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COMMUNITY NEWS34th ANNUAL GOOD OLD DAYS RETURNS TO DOWNTOWN LYONS The 2010 Lyons Good Old Days Celebration (June 25th-26th) has something in store for everyone as organizers work to rally the community together around the longstanding event. The 34th Annual Celebration will focus on bringing people closer to downtown to celebrate with the "Midway on High Street" consisting of the Sandstone Grandstand booked throughout the weekend with popular local musicians and acts, Street Dance, Food & Beer Garden, Games & Rides, and various other entertainment. Good Old Days favorites like the Softball Tournament, Lyons River Run 5K, Pancake Breakfast, and KidSpace presented by the River Church, all will return. The 2010 Good Old Days stands to be one of the finest with music, food, and fun for the entire family in Downtown Lyons. Those interested in volunteering time, participating, or adding to an event should direct their questions to Lyons Parks and Rec. at 303-823-8250. You may also visit www.townoflyons.com and visit the parks and recreation special events section for further information.
LYONS HONORS PIONEER FAMILIES AND MORE AT GOOD OLD DAYS
The families will be honored with a Certifiate at the band stage on Friday, June 25 at 9 p.m. They will have an opportunity to share stories at the annual history gathering on the museum lawn on Saturday, June 26 from noon to 3 p.m. It is a great way for long-time families to meet other significant Lyons families. Everyone is invited to share in the celebration. On Friday, June 25, at 9 p.m. at the stage on High Street, the Ralston Block will be dedicated to Steve Ralston, deceased. Steve was a long-time resident and antique store owner in Lyons, and he and his wife, Christine, were advocates for the rights of Lyons residents, attending town hall meetings regularly. The Historic Society also encourages Lyons alumni to gather during GODays. A class reunion of the class of 1970 will be held; the class of 1980 will celebrate with a dinner at On The Rocks Bistro on Saturday and picnic in Meadow Park on Sunday; the Class of 1990 will get together July 17. Graduates from other classes "in the 10s" (1920, 30, 40, 50 etc.) may be on hand. New Book Announced Author, Denise Berg, will be on hand with the book "Piecing a Town Together-Families of Lyons, Colorado," with book signing to be held from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the reception area, and at the Lyons Redstone Museum at 1-3 p.m. A dedication program will include Certificates of Appreciation given out to Denise and all of the people who made the three books on Lyons history possible. Special thanks go out to LaVern Johnson who campaigned to get the books done over the years, and to Denise Berg, who spent a few years compiling and editing Frank Weaver's collection of writings on the town history (1976-1981). Stop by to enjoy Denise's DVD of photos from the Lyons book, shown in the museum throughout the afternoon starting at 12:30 p.m. Two museum employees will be honored. A memorial tribute to Maxine Gardner, who filed at the museum for the past six years will be held. And Teri Weir, a dedicated employee, will be retiring from her job as curator of the museum. Additional Ceremony Two important residents are being honored, in memoriam, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 26, at the Lyons Visitors' Center. Frances Brackett, was the Mayor of Lyons, longtime hostess at the Lyons Visitors' Center, member of Lyons Fireflies, member of Excelsior of the Rebekah Lodge, member of Lyons PTO, caretaker of the Lyons Cemetery and caretaker of Oddfellows Hall. Also being honored is Bob Doseoff, deceased, an employee of the Lyons Parks and Recreation Department for 11 years. The many children in his life fondly remember him, from his four grandchildren, and to all students at Lyons Middle Senior High School. Sandstone benches will be installed in front of the Visitors Center and will be dedicated to Bob and Fran. Also, Fran's picture will also be put in the Visitors' Center. Residents are invited to come pay tribute to these worthy Lyons residents.
LYONS SQUARE DANCERS START SUMMER SEASON
THE RED ROCK RAMBLERS has dances every Saturday through Labor Day. They start their 52nd summer season Saturday, June 19, at the Lyons Elementary School gym, 4th Avenue and Stickney. Featured caller and cuer is Doug Davis of Colbert, Washington. Rounds start at 7:30 p.m. and Squares from 8 to 10:15 p.m. The Square Dances are held each Saturday evening throughout the summer. A joyous yet sad event Saturday, June 26, is the Farewell and Appreciation/Retirement Dance to honor the retirement of Jerry and Sherry Haag Jerry has been a square dance caller for the past 54 years. He will be the featured caller that night. The Haags from Cheyenne, Wyoming, called throughout the United States, overseas, and spent thirty-five winters calling in Pfarr, Texas to the snow-birds. Ed Glenn of Louisville is the cuer. The 4th of July "Holiday" square dance will feature Tom Roper of Omaha, Nebraska and Mesa, Arizona, with David Parker as cuer. "Spectators are welcome," said LaVern. "It's a good way to see if you want to learn. Lessons begin in the fall in Longmont." For a full schedule or questions contact LaVern Johnson lavern921@aol.com or (303) 823-5925.
CENTURION CYCLING RACE The group will be bringing money to the town in several ways. The obvious one is to businesses in town, and sales tax revenue to the town coffers. The less obvious one is in cash reimbursement to groups supplying volunteers. And, they need a lot of volunteers! There are three ways locals can volunteer. First, Ryann Fraser is the general person heading up the volunteer effort. Second, Dorothy Pellouchoud (dorothypellouchoud@gmail.com) will be recruiting for the Lyons Community Fund. And, Mystie Brackett (303) 823-0390 will be helping to run the gift bag stuffing on the Thursday before the event. Fraser says Centurion is willing to donate cash to different civic and community groups who are willing to supply helpers. That means garden clubs, student groups, scouts, etc. Any group that can supply 25 volunteers, will receive $500 from Centurion. The one restriction is that all volunteers must be 12 years or older. The type of jobs include registration, timers, feed zones (handing out food and water to racers as they go by). Go to their web site for a complete list, and to sign up. Be sure to include the name of the civi group that you will be volunteering on behalf of. The time commitment preferred is four to five hours on either Saturday or Sunday (there might be a few positions needed for the Saturday before the race). Contact Fraser at ryann@centurioncycling.com or call her at 303-376-6362.
LYONS KIDS SUMMER HISTORY CAMP On Friday, their family is invited to join them for a "kid tour" of Old Time Lyons, activities, and share in some cake. The Super Summer History Camp takes place at the Lyons Redstone Museum Monday, July 12 to 16, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Lyons Community Fund has awarded a grant to the program to promote history education to Lyons' youngsters, reducing the cost to $50 per child for the week. It is open to all Lyons kids from 1st to 5th grade. Call Camp Director Kathleen Spring (303) 823-0997 for more information or to sign up. Checks are due by Friday, June 25. Limited to ten children. The deadline to sign up is friday 6/25. If you miss the deadline, contact camp director Kathleen Spring to see if there still any openings.
LYONS CULTURAL WEEKEND Three events are opening up the summer in Lyons for culture lovers: LYONS STUDIO TOUR This annual event has more than forty artists exhibiting their wares at nineteen different studios, homes, and gardens, from John Loukonen's on Highway 36, throughout the town, along Apple Valley Road, up the North St. Vrain, Eagle Canyon, and Spring Gulch.Pick up a brochure at any Lyons business and take the free tour, or go to the web site www.lyonstudiotour.org. THE LYONS REDSTONE MUSEUM The Museum will open next Saturday, June 5, for the 34th season, and be open daily thru the first week of October. The hours are: Mondays thru Saturdays: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Sundays 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.Summer extras will include a Kid's Summer History Program to be held in July (through a grant from the Lyons Community foundation). Also, an interactive exhibit where the public can view the oral history interviews of Lyons Pioneer Families on a TV at the museum (a grant from the Colorado-Wyoming Museum Association). All Lyons pioneer families will be named as Mr. and Mrs. Good Old Days. More details to come. For more information on the museum, go to: www.lyonsredstonemuseum.com. For more info on the history of the town and events, go to: www.rockymtretreats.com/lyons.htm. SOUNDS OF LYONS MUSIC FESTIAL This is the second year for this three day high-quality classical music festival which was founded by MinTze Wu. She will present three concerts: Metamorphosis, Saturday, June 5, at 8 p.m. at Rogers Hall, The Legendary on Sunday, June 6, at 2 p.m. at the Lyons Community Church, and on Sunday, June 6, at 8 p.m., at the Wildflower Pavilion, presenting Passage: Finding Bach. Last year it almost sold out, so go to the web site to pre-purchase tickets: www.soundsoflyons.com.
GULF COAST FUNDRAISER Hello this is Jenna Brink from the Lyons Mane. The Lyons Mane will be sending all of its hair clippings to "A Matter of Trust" - an organization that will be using the hair for the oil spill by putting it in nylons. If any one wants to donate nylons (ripped is ok), they can drop them by the salon. Call for an appointment today at 303-823-6736 to get a cut for a good cause!!! For information visit http://www.matteroftrust.org/programs/hairmatsinfo.html
2010 LYONS OUTDOOR GAMES The Oskar Blues Brewery Lyons Outdoor Games presented by Smith Optics to be held at Sandstone Park June 11-13, 2010. In its 8th year, this thriving multi-sport competition now draws the country's best whitewater kayakers and mountain bikers as well as thousands of spectators. "People have really flocked to the Games in recent years," says Lyons Parks and Recreation Director David Cosgrove. "The Lyons Outdoor Games are like the TEVA Mountain Games, but they have a much more hometown, grassroots feel to them. We have the world's best professional athletes competing such as kayakers Tao Berman, Joe Keck, and Scott Shipley, who actually lives here but we also have plenty of opportunities for beginners to learn new skills and for the everyday athlete to test his mettle."The Games have also become a place for fly fishers to showcase their talents and for dog lovers to exhibit the aptitude of their well-trained pets. Organizers have added some new events in 2010, including more bike and kayak races plus a couple of family events for anyone who likes a challenge. "We are really excited about being in Sandstone Park again this year. We had such positive feedback from spectators, exhibitors and local business's last year we feel it was a great move. We want folks to bring their bikes or any kind of alternative transportation to get around town to see all of the events from Bohn Park, Meadow Park and all up and down the river," says Reed Farr lead event organizer and Lyons resident. "I have been part of the Games for several years, and it's thrilling to see how they have grown and how much the Town of Lyons residents and businesses have embraced the event." This is the second year that the vendors and the bands will be located in the town's centrally located Sandstone Park. The venue, says Cosgrove, offers more visibility for the Games' sponsors, who will have tents and canopy's set-up where the latest outdoor equipment will be displayed and sold during the three-day event. Plus, he adds, "it offers shaded, grassy areas for athletes to relax in between competitions and also for participants to get a beer, a snack, or listen to some of the great music that will be played all day." The mountain sports will take place throughout the town's various world-class facilities: biking events will be located in Bohn Park, freestyle kayaking will take place at the Black Bear Hole, slalom kayaking will occur at the October Hole, and the creek race will happen on the South Saint Vrain River. Additionally, the dog events will take place at the Lyons Valley River Park Ponds, and the Kurt Carlson Skateboard Park will be the location for the skateboarding comp. On Friday night right after skateboarding the Yellow Design Stunt Team will perform a big air bike trick demo using ramps on the street next to Sandstone Park. The event begins with a kick-off party in Sandstone Park, sponsored by Oskar Blues. Delicious BBQ and the brewery's signature Dales Pale Ale will be served, in addition to a variety of other fine beers. Saturday's events start with some bike comps in Bohn Park and a kayak freestyle at the Black Bear Hole (on the east side of Lyons across from the Black Bear Restaurant). Spectator friendly competitions will be held throughout the weekend including freestyle kayaking and creek racing on the Class V waters of the South St. Vrain, mountain bike short track racing and jump competitions. The dogs will be competing for speed and splash in the speed retrieve and canine cannonball competitions. The Games also include clinics. "If you're interested in casting a fly rod or learning how to loop a kayak, this is the event to attend," Cosgrove adds. "We¹ve got some of the world's most elite athletes on board to teach these classes and do demos Camping will be available in Meadow Park. To register online please go to www.lyonsoutdoorgames.com. If you have any questions please call Lyons Parks and Recreation at 303-823-8250 or email recreation@townoflyons.com.
FLEA MARKET HELPS NON-PROFITS
The cost is $20, with $15 going to Lyons Community Foundation, and $5 goes to Lyons Baseball/softball assn. for the kids. Come by Chicks N Flicks or Call Nancy Liquori and she will put your name down.You can pay now or on the day of the event. But please cancel if you cant make it, so someone else can have your space. 823-6049
GAP'S ANNUAL FIELD TRIP
CALENDAR OF MAY/JUNE EVENTS
May 15 Lyons Renaissance - Main Street, a second Grand Re-opening The Chamber is sponsoring a celebration to open Main Street and most stores will have sales, incl. sidewalk sales May 15 - Lyons Outdoor Market, Main Street, starts up its season. An outdoor market featuring a large variety of artists, gourmet food and unique retailers every Saturday from May 15th to October 10th http://www.lyonsoutdoormarket.com May 19 - Lyons Community Fund Annual Golf Tournament Sign up now; starting at 8:00 AM at the Ute Creek Golf Course in Longmont. Put together a foursome or sign up individually for a four-person scramble. The tournament is open to everyone and the "best-ball" style of play will reduce any performance anxiety. Breakfast burritos are being provided, call Rick England at 823-5461 or via e-mail at englandsurveying@aol.com. June 5 and 6 Cultural weekend (1) Sounds of Music, by Mintze Wu, will be performing three concerts. http://www.soundsoflyons.com/. or email concerts-sfanizza@buildmyaudience.com.
June 5, 8 pm, Rogers hall June 6, 2 pm, Lyons Community Church June 6, 8 pm, Wildflower Pavilion Sounds of Lyons is a two-day festival that brings innovative, collaborative, and experimental experiences of classical music to the vibrant community of Lyons. With three distinctive concert programs presented in three characteristically different venues, Sounds of Lyons takes the audience into three singularly extraordinary musical adventures: "Metamorphosis," interlaced with words and impressionistic music; "The Legendary," presenting music of Beethoven and Brahms, and "Passage," a transforming musical journey inspired by Bach's Second Violin Partita. Tickets are $15 for single event, and $35 for festival pass. (3) Lyons Redstone Museum will open. www.rockymtretreats.com/lyons.htm (or Facebook Redstone Museum) or lavern921@aol.com. (4) Lyons STUDIO Tour - walk around and tour studios, homes, and gardens in and around Lyons & see art for sale. Get a free map. Studios, homes and stores open 11 am to 5pm www.lyonsstudiotour.org .
June 11, 12 and 13 LYONS OUTDOOR GAMES free, Sponsored by the Town Parks & Rec Festival on the St. Vrain River with kayak races, water rodeos, food, games, dirt bikes & more! www.lyonsoutdoorgames.com. June 25-27 LYONS GOOD OLD DAYS Arts and crafts, amusement rides, food, dances, beer garden, live entertainment, softball tournament, kid & pet parade, awards, 5-K run, Mr-Mrs Good Old Days, and more. -- call 303-823-8250 or go to www.townoflyons.com and click on Parks and Recreation link. July 17-18 Centurion Cycling's 2010 kick-off event Combine the mass-participation buzz of a big--city marathon, the epic beauty of a European gran fondo, and the all-inclusive nature of a cycling century ride and you get Centurion Cycling. Each Centurion Cycling event features controlled traffic, technical and medical support, precise chip timing, and spectacular courses that are set at 100, 50 and 25 miles, challenging riders to develop time goals just like marathon runners. Visit their Website, centurioncycling.com
A NEW LYONS TOWN BOARD WAS INDUCTED
Say "thank you" to past trustees: Juli Waugh, Peter Baumgartner, Tina Schooler, and Brian Donnell. All have done well, and will be missed. New board members present: Sandy Banta, Ed Bruder, Kathy Jacobson, LaVern Johnson. And their relatives were: Mayor Julie Van Domelen's parents, Peter and Nancy Van Domelen of Longmont, daughter Maya, and husband, Joseph Lekarczyk; Sandy Banta's husband, Lloyd; LaVern Johnson's son, Ron, of Niwot; former Town Administrator Howard Armstrong, now living in West Virginia, and who says he misses us and the town; and many other interested residents.
HISTORY PRESERVATION IN LYONS
Also honored will be local authors who have written historical books in 2009, including Lyons' Denise Berg (and Frank Weaver) for their book "Gatewy to the Rockies." COLORADO PRESERVATION, INC. is sponsoring a campaign for all historians and interested parties to send e-mail or call the State Legislature to preserve the Preservation Funds for State projects. They oppose HB 210, which will take 45 to 50% of the funds earmarked for history preservation over the next two years to refurbish the dome of the State Capitol. Instead, Colorado Preservation is supporting HS 1402, which allows them and all state historians to campaign for donations for the Capital project. Opponents were recently on Your Show stating their side of the issue. Details can be found on Channel 9's website. Send an e-mail to: Claire.levy.house@state.co.us rep.nikkel@gmail.com dan.gibbs.senate@state.co.us Kevin@kevinlundberg.com MAY IS COLORADO HISTORY PRESERVATION MONTH. Throughout Colorado various historical events being held to remind people of their "roots" and the history of the area. The Lyons Historical Society will sponsor a history program at the Lyons Town Hall on Sunday, May 23, from 2 to 4 p.m. to celebrate the history of Lyons, and its residents. Learn about two new exhibits, and a children's summer history program planned for this year. Come and see the three new books on Lyons pioneers: the quarry book by Al Pace and the 1800's book by Diane Benedict, and the 1900s book by Denise Berg. As well as the ongoing effort of the Lyons History Video Project to collect pioneer interviews. A good way to learn about Lyons history, mark your calendar. NEW PROGRAMS COMING TO MUSEUM. There will be two new exhibits and a special children's history summer program coming to the museum. Exhibited opening dates will be after the 4th of July Holiday. Call Exhibit & Program Director Kathleen Spring (303) 823-0997 for more details. The Lyons History Video Project is attempting to finish the "pioneer" project this year, but is in great need of donations. Send donations in any amount to this worthy cause to P O Box 274, Lyons 80540. It is anticipated that the book of pioneers' life stories will come out on time for the Christmas Holidays.
VOLUNTEERS AND DONATION NEEDED FOR VISITOR CENTER
34TH ANNUAL GOOD OLD DAYS RETURNS TO DOWNTOWN LYONS The Lyons Good Old Days Celebration (June 25th-26th) is an occasion for the people of Lyons to celebrate the rich history of the town and enjoy the people, places and activities that makes Lyons such a special community. Good Old Days is a longstanding, highly anticipated outdoor community event that will focus on bringing people from Lyons and the surrounding region closer to downtown with a celebration on the "Midway on High Street" consisting of a Main Stage, Food & Beer Garden, Games & Rides, Street Dance and activities for all ages. In addition, those attending Good Old Days will enjoy the Sandstone Art Fair to be held in Sandstone Park, the Good Old Days Softball Tournament, Lyons River Run 5K, Pancake Breakfast, KidSpace and a weekend full of local talent and entertainment.Those interested in volunteering time, participating, or adding to an event should direct their questions to the following numbers. For questions concerning the parade and 5K-Lyons Parks and Rec at 303-823-8250, Softball Tourney-Manny Vasquez at 303-775-3036, General Information and Questions - Lyons Parks and Recreation at 303-823-8250.
BREAKFAST EVENT HELPS SENIORS
The Golden Gang members plan to alter the menu in upcoming months, with gravy and biscuits being a popular suggestion. They may also add or change the date to accommodate the Planet Bluegrass festival attendees in July and August. The event takes place on the second Saturday of each month from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Call (303) 823-6386 for more details. Donations to help with expenses are always welcome, as are volunteers to help cook or serve.
ADAM SCHRAGER SPEAKS TO THE LYONS BOOK CLUB
ADOPT-A-PARK, TRAIL OR LANDSCAPE PROGRAM
LAVERN JOHNSON, LYONS HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESIDENT, RECEIVES 2009
She was introduced by Margaret Hansen, Historic Boulder, who focused on her distinguished accomplishment in historic preservation: the rehabilitation of the Lyons Redstone Museum, which is housed in an 1881 school building. The $93,272 grant was received two years ago from the State Historic Fund, but it was no easy task to supervise the construction and collect additional matching funds. The cost of repairs went up due to inflation, and several deciding parties on the funding and repair of the building left their positions. It took two years of wrangling people and schedules to get the repair of the roof, outside windows and cables done. Estelle Cole, State Historic Fund, stood by her throughout the process. The grand re-opening took place on June 28 during Lyons Good Old Days. Johnson fell and suffered a broken femur bone just weeks before the celebration and was in the hospital during the ceremony. But she was able to attend the Historic Boulder celebration with 16 of the people who helped make it happen, including her family. Marcelee Gralapp, Co-President Historic Boulder, said that when they were choosing the recipients for the year, that Johnson was the first name she thought of. She said she was surprised that Johnson had not received the award before because "when she grabs on to a cause, she just doesn't let go." HISTORIC BOULDER Inc., founded in 1972, advocates on a myriad of preservation issues, supporting and awarding local people who help restore historic buildings. They also offer educational programs to the public. (303) 444-5192. The LYONS HISTORICAL SOCIETY supports various history projects throughout the year, and facilitates the Redstone Museum. They have helped support writers who have published four major books, and about a dozen minor books on the history of Lyons, with more to come. They also help support video-tape histories of local pioneer families. The Museum, 340 High Street, was dedicated in 1979 and is open from approximately June 1 to October 1 of each year, 7 days a week. (303) 823-6692.
FILMMAKER SHINES AT FESTIVAL
TICKETS FREE TO CULTURAL EVENTS FOR LOW-INCOME SENIORS
Director Joan Raderman works with an average of 500 seniors a month, and she is attempting to get more Lyons seniors involved. She wants to find a person to help coordinate a sub-group in Lyons: people who live in Lyons who want to go to Lyons events. Joan would like to work with this person in obtaining tickets to local cultural events. The Lyons person(s) would assist Joan in planning the year by informing her of events, who is in charge of them, if transportation would be needed, etc. A group of volunteer drivers in Lyons might also be developed. (The Golden Gang has declined the offer for now, due to lack of personnel to get involved.) In addition, adult volunteers to act as drivers and companions are always needed. Volunteers can attend the Longmont and Boulder concerts, including ballet and Shakespeare performances for free. Call (303) 358-4300 or go to www.Circleof CareProject.org to get more information, to volunteer, to see their calendar, or to view the other programs they have, including the Senior Audit Partners at local educational institutions.
ART TRADING CARDS AT LYONS DEPOT LIBRARY People who are interested in feeding their unrequited need to do something artistic, can join approximately ten other locals who do Art Trading Cards (ATC). Make eight or more mini-masterpieces and trade them as collectibles, never to be bought or sold. They are the size of baseball cards. Can you spare an afternoon once a month to indulge in your artistic urges? Then contact Merlyn Williams, library director, and ask to see her ATC album covering many years and dozens of people-s works, and get more details.
BOULDER COUNTY CONSULTANT RETIRES
MARIE MCCREERY
AUTHOR LECTURE ON FORGOTTEN BUT COURAGEOUS GOVERNOR CARR
This biography is the story of a man sadly forgotten by most Coloradans. Local historian LaVern Johnson has not forgotten him. She remembers him as governor, and when he came to Lyons for the grand opening of the new St. Vrain Road, around 1934. The book group, which usually meets the third Thursday evening of the month, is open to new member readers. Most meetings are in the form of informal discussions. Contact Karen Selden (303) 823-8470. This special anniversary author speaking engagement is open to the public. It will take place at the Lyons Valley Village, 195 Second Avenue, on March 25, Thursday, at 7 p.m. The condo community's meeting room can hold up to 75 people, and is located in the center of the complex. Plenty of parking on the street or in the Bohn Park parking lot. Cheryl Appell's Boulder Book Group will be joining the Lyons group for the talk. Other Lyons book clubs are welcome. Questions about the March meeting may be sent to c.appell@yahoo.com. |
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