Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Fashion Show is coming right up!

Come check out Lafayette's style! DAC and LOTA are co-producing a fashion show presentation of hairstyles, jewelry, clothing and outdoor gear. All the styles come directly from Lafayette's own designers and shops. The show will be held at Festival Plaza at 3 p.m. on July 25.

Here's a list of the fabulous participants:
Miss Magoo
La Orquidea
Emeny
Salon Eclipse
Premier Designs Jewelry by Dana Doner
Elizabeth's Embellishments
The Purple Poppy
Soul Tree Studio
Lafayette Flea Market
Sister Carmen Thrift Store
Noble Treasures
JAX

Monday, July 12, 2010

Come join us for music this Wednesday

This week's Picnic on the Plaza will feature SCTLS (Small Circle Tune Learning Session) Traditional Irish Session directed by Jennifer Pauley. Hope to see you at Festival Plaza on Wednesday! It's supposed to be warm - 93 degrees - so remember your sunscreen.

Monday, June 28, 2010

Great lunch deal for Wednesday music

The L-Town Strummer dulcimer group will play Festival Plaza on Wednesday! Thinking about coming to the Picnic on the Plaza music hour? You can order a gourmet picnic lunch catered by Hanna's, which will be delivered to the Starkey Building on Wednesday. Lunch will be served at noon. For folks 59 and younger, lunch is $6. For those 60 and older, lunch is provided for the suggested donation of $2.75.

Orders need to be in on Tuesday by 2 p.m. To order, call Lori at 303-665-9052 ext. 1.

Thanks to Lafayette Senior Services for providing this lunch opportunity!

Monday, June 21, 2010

Lots happening Wednesday

Don't forget that Wednesday is Bike to Work Day. The City of Lafayette is sponsoring two breakfast stations that will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. One is at Festival Plaza. The other is at Thomas Open Space on Baseline. Come get snacks, water and bike maps! For more information about Bike to Work Day and for tips on bike safety, go to: http://www3.drcog.org/biketowork

This week's featured musician for the Wednesday music lunch hour is June Joseph. To check out her music, go to:  http://junejosephmusic.blogspot.com/.

Friday, June 18, 2010

Art, food, fun, music - Tonight!

Tonight, the Lafayette Public Art Committee is celebrating 12 pieces of public art that have recently been installed on Public Road. Here's some information about the event that starts at 6 p.m. from the Cultural Arts page on the city website:

The Public Art Committee will unveil 12 new sculptures selected for the Art on the Street program on June 18, 6:00 – 7:15 p.m., during a Meet the Artists Reception at Festival Plaza. Enjoy music, wine, a mini “Taste of Lafayette” featuring eight Lafayette restaurants and the free monthly Art Night Out festivities, including Jonny Woodrose & the Broken-Hearted Woodpeckers band.

It's going to be a fabulous event. We can't wait!

Oh, and don't forget yoga practice at 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Leafy greens and more

Don't forget about today's Farmer's Market, where you can get leafy greens such as Swiss chard and lettuce. There might even be some strawberries and rhubarb for sale. Come down to Festival Plaza today for greens and much, much more.

Friday, June 11, 2010

Yoga and Peanut Butter Players

There will be FREE yoga practice on the Festival Plaza lawn this evening, followed by a musical performance from the Peanut Butter Players!