Call for Entry: A Year at Waneka Lake

Find your creative inspiration at Waneka Lake!  During 2022, the Lafayette Arts & Cultural Resources Department is hosting an open call for entry of artwork of all types and mediums. The theme of the exhibit is A Year at Waneka Lake. The exhi...

ACRD receives History Colorado award

The Lafayette Arts & Cultural Resources Department (ACRD) has been bestowed with the Caroline Bancroft Award from History Colorado for its Racism and Discrimination at the Lafayette Swimming Pool – 1934 exhibit which chronicles the story of Rose Luera...

Public Art Committee openings

Current Vacancies

Join the Public Art Committee. 

You may apply  for open positions on the Public Art Committee (PAC)! Read through the detailed position information on this page before submitting an application. The application period is ...

Circle of Life by Sandy Friedman

Artist Statement

The environment of Colorado and the Southwest significantly influences my work. I draw from the energy of the mountains, sky, weather, plains, grasslands, rivers, wetlands, and our urban environments. My sculptures represent the energy fou...

Trail 413 by Kyle Ocean

Artist Statement

Kyle Ocean is a sculpture artist from Fort Collins, CO whose work is concept-driven and centered around geographical exploration and public involvement. Earning his BFA from Oregon State University with a focus in Sculpture and Printmaking...

Miss Poppins' Favorite by Justin Deister

Artist Statement

I enjoy tapping into our cultural and human experience for inspiration. I love the subjective and ambiguous and a bit of mystery, trusting the viewer's personal interpretation from their own life experience. My creations tug at he...

Space Moon by Reven Marie Swanson

Artist Statement

Space Moon is an exploration of implied kinetics.  The steel shapes intertwine as though it may roll off down the street. The colors are finished in a highly durable powder coat and dance with striking energy. It appears to be an ...

Spiritsafe #14 by John Zylstra

Artist Statement

Spiritsafe #14 is part of an ongoing series of work inspired by "Spirit Houses" of the peoples of the far north and secondarily refers to funerary pyres/platforms of the Plains peoples.The base form is made of mild steel treated ...

Bell Tree by Joe Allred

Artist Statement

I am fascinated with the exploration of shapes within shapes, order coming from disorder, and the unexpected magnitude of small, ordinary objects representing the profound importance of tiny things. Those little things can analogize the co...

Abundance Tree by Charlotte and Ben Zink

Artist Statement

Charlotte ZinkIn my life, I’ve enjoyed working with many mediums. Since 1998 my focus has been sculpting metals with my partner, Ben; together we create Zink Metal Art. I offer a fluid sense of design and form, and Ben engineers ...

Spiral Dance by Harold Linke

Artist Statement

Wispy, joyful, heroic, gravity-defying white gesture sculptures created using methods and materials never-before available. 

Every sculptor starts with sculpting wax and clay, sometimes stone.  I spent a decade there, copy...

Bronze Amazon by Anne Shutan

Artist Statement

Anne Shutan creates one-of-a-kind sculptures and furniture, affirming the sensuous nature of wood. Shutan’s work is sought by collectors around the country who know they are buying treasures that will be around for generations.

Anne enliven...

Space Cat “Cosmo” by Anthony Guntren

Artist Statement

I, like many artists, tend to take my sculpture too seriously.  With this in mind Space Cat "Cosmo" came to life; a playful artwork that will hopefully give the viewer a smile, perhaps even a chuckle. If you turn on your...

Candy Mama Cupcake by Melissa Sclafani

Artist Statement

Candy Mama Cupcake was conceived in admiration and as a feminist response to the large-scale outdoor pop works of artists like Claes Oldenburg making it a great addition to Art on the Street 2022, it is not only its own piece of contempora...

Snowy Owl by Stephen Landis

Artist Statement

Clay is the material I prefer to work with.  To me, sculpting in clay is like drawing into three-dimensional space, which is why I prefer to realize my ideas in small clay maquettes rather than on a sketch pad.  Clay is f...

Joie de Vivre by Jodie Bliss

Artist Statement

This sculpture considers the emotional, physical, and environmental qualities of thoughtful living, and conveys optimism, a state of equilibrium, and well-being.

My name is Jodie Bliss. I am the owner of Bliss Studio Custom Metalwork in Mon...

Metamorphosis by Vanny Channal

Artist Statement

My medium is scrap metal sculpting. Scrap metal because the story of each of these individual pieces is also my story. My story of overcoming circumstances, my story of redemption, my story of taking something that outlived its purpose and...

Muse of Art by Jodie Bliss

Artist Statement

An artist sees the world just a little bit differently, and their practice is to translate their vision to the world, unabashed and unashamed.

My name is Jodie Bliss. I am the owner of Bliss Studio Custom Metalwork in Monument, Colorado and...

Inside Out 7 by MacRae Wylde

Artist Statement

The phrase “inside out” takes me to my childhood, making sure my sweater was on correctly and finding socks with the fuzzy side in. It is the idea that what is on the inside defines the outside. A negative space is an i...

Trinity by Diego Harris

Artist Statement

Diego Harris is based in the small northern California town of Upper Lake. He has had a gallery there since 2007. His current focus is constructing larger than life, whimsical sculptures primarily made of welded steel, sheet metal, and rec...

Farmer by Larry Starck

Artist Statement

With the horizon of fields in sight, the farmer and dog at the water’s edge proudly anticipate the promise of tomorrow.

Artist: Larry Starck from Loveland, COLocation: 109 N. Public RoadMaterials: Bronze...

Monarch Metamorphosis Garden Throne by Betsy Hicks

Artist Statement

For Monarch Metamorphosis Garden Throne, I combined my love of gardening and mosaics. I sculpted dense polystyrene styrofoam into the shape of a throne.  This was then covered in wire mesh and concrete to create a solid substrate ...

Forever in My Heart 2 by Ken Cable

Artist Statement

Forever in My Heart 2 evolved from a series of smaller sculptures I gave to people who were experiencing the pain of losing their pets. This sculpture reflects both the joy and pain of having a pet and serves as a reminder that, even thoug...

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Included every month in water bills, the Lafayette Connection newsletter encourages residents to Be a Part of It. Regular features will inform readers about important and exciting things happening in your community.

Lafayette-Listens

A new online community engagement platform that provide residents with an innovative and convenient way for to share ideas, ask questions, provide input, and learn about ongoing projects.

Year in Review Video

Residents are invited to take a look back at the City’s 2021 successes by viewing our annual video production.

What is City Council working on? Sept. 20 meeting recap

Stay engaged and keep informed of the issues your Lafayette elected officials are working on by following the City Council Meeting Recap.

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What is City Council working on? July 19 meeting recap

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What is City Council working on? May 17 meeting recap

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A statement from the Lafayette City Council

As your elected City Council members, we have the honor, responsibility, and privilege of being seated in positions of power. This status allows, and requires us, to affect and influence positive change for the good of our community and all Lafayette resi...

EcoTober

EcoTober will feature over 50 exhibitors, a performance by Jeff and Paige, hands-on workshops, and interactive activities for a family-friendly event!

What is City Council working on? Sept. 20 meeting recap

Stay engaged and keep informed of the issues your Lafayette elected officials are working on by following the City Council Meeting Recap.

Re-spook, re-scare, and re-wear!

Let’s make Halloween Eek-o-Friendly with a costume exchange! Drop off good-conditioned costumes for all ages at the Lafayette Library Sept. 1–26.

Have a positive impact on your Lafayette community!

Help guide the future of your community by serving on a City Board or Commission. The following positions are currently available. These committees typically meet once per month and act as resident advisors to City Council.

Learn about the function of each...

New three days per week irrigation limit enacted

An amendment to the permanent water conservation ordinance has been enacted limiting outdoor irrigation to a maximum of three days a week per water customer. Residents may choose which three days to irrigate, and are allowed to continue hand-watering tree...

Water for our future | Agua para nuestro futuro

Message from Lafayette City Administrator Fritz Sprague | Mensaje del administrador de la ciudad de Lafayette Fritz Sprague

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

Concerning residential water use trends in Lafayette

The City is experiencing concerning trends with residential water demands. Elevated out...

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

TIP OF THE WEEK: When it rains, water accordingly. 

Watch the weather and adjust watering days and times accordingly. Watering your...

Wildfire awareness and Open Space

Learn about wildfires, the steps Lafayette is taking to protect the community and Open Space, and what residents can do to be prepared

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

TIP OF THE WEEK: Don't water roads and sidewalks, fix broken sprinkler heads.  

Water lawns, plants and trees - n...

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

TIP OF THE WEEK: Water twice a week. 

Watering twice a week will make grass roots grow deeper and allow the grass to last longer wi...

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

TIP OF THE WEEK: Let grass grow longer before cutting it. 

Raise lawn mower blades and protect lawns from heat by letting grass gro...

Maintaining visibility at intersections

To help protect pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles in our neighborhoods, an unobstructed line of sight at residential intersections is necessary to maintain safety. As we enter the growing season, it’s important for residents to be aware of their respo...

Sign up for utility eBilling

Electronic billing, or eBilling, allows customers to receive utility bills from the City quickly and more securely, and avoids hassles and delays associated with paper bills and mail delivery. The City's online system also provides customers the ...

Ride Free Lafayette

There’s a new way to get around the City of Lafayette, and it’s free to use!

Boulder County Transit is now offering Ride Free Lafayette, a free, on-demand, door-to-door bus service that connects people to places within the City of Lafay...

New website accessibility tool

We're working to ensure all community members, including people with disabilities, are able to access City information and have a positive user experience.

Lafayette named....

The City of Lafayette was recently named the 8th best City in Colorado, the 47th best place to live in America, and the 19th safest City in Colorado.

The City of Lafayette named the 8th best City in Colorado by HomeSnacks.com.

HomeSnacks used data from the US Census and the FBI to rank the best places to live in Colorado based on Home value, low crime, and a high quality of life. Noting that La...

Lafayette thrives on being an inclusive and welcoming community

The City of Lafayette recognizes that advancing inclusion and belonging for people of all races, nationalities, and ethnicities strengthens our community and purpose. We are all part of what makes our community welcoming.

It is insightful knowing that our ...

Receive the City of Lafayette's News Flash

Signing up to receive Lafayette's City News Flash is a great way to stay up-to-date with the latest news, events, and activities. Sign up today.

City of Lafayette named the 4th safest small city in Colorado

MoneyGeek analyzed crime statistics and the City of Lafayette was named 4th safest small city in Colorado with a population between 30,000-100,000

Lafayette 2021 year in review video

Take a look at the City's 2021 successes by viewing our annual video production. Acompáñenme a repasar los éxitos que obtuvimos en 2021 viendo nuestra producción de vídeo anual.

Apply to join the Cultural Arts Commission and Public Art Committee

Arts leaders needed!

Lafayette Cultural Arts Commission

You don't have to be an artist to join Lafayette’s team of arts leaders, developing goals and objectives for the Arts and Cultural Resources Department. Use your voice in the distrib...

Apply to join the Historic Preservation Board

Apply to join the Senior Advisory Board

The application period is ongoing and will remain open until filled.

Apply to join the Waste Reduction Advisory Committee (WRAC)

The application period is ongoing and will remain open until filled.

#whatmakeslafayettegreat Call for Art | #quehacelafayetteideal - Convocatoria de Arte

Versión en español a continuación

The City of Lafayette is excited to announce the addition of public recycling containers in Old Town. New waste stations for both garbage and recycling disposal will be introduced on Public Road to enhance our eclectic Cit...

Re-spook, re-scare, and re-wear!

Let’s make Halloween Eek-o-Friendly with a costume exchange! Drop off good-conditioned costumes for all ages at the Lafayette Library Sept. 1–26.

Lafayette joins forces with Drive Clean Colorado

Partnering with Drive Clean Colorado increases funding opportunities for alternative transportation and supports healthier air quality initiatives.

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

Concerning residential water use trends in Lafayette

The City is experiencing concerning trends with residential water demands. Elevated out...

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

TIP OF THE WEEK: When it rains, water accordingly. 

Watch the weather and adjust watering days and times accordingly. Watering your...

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

TIP OF THE WEEK: Don't water roads and sidewalks, fix broken sprinkler heads.  

Water lawns, plants and trees - not roads ...

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

TIP OF THE WEEK: Water twice a week. 

Watering twice a week will make grass roots grow deeper and allow the grass to last longer wi...

Three Cart Program - proposals simplified | Programa de los tres carros: propuestas simplificadas

Seleccione el simbolo gráphico en la esquina derecha de abajo en su pantalla para traducir esta pagina.

In December 2021, Republic Services and Western Disposal submitted proposals to be considered for the City’s Three Cart waste hauling contract which exp...

Lafayette receives $42,838 grant to support sustainability initiatives

The City of Lafayette has been awarded a $42,838 grant from the Boulder County Sustainability Matching Grant Program. This funding will support the following projects; 

• augmenting Boulder County Partners for a Clean Environment (PACE) business sus...

Apply to join the Energy Sustainability Advisory Committee (LESAC)

The City of Lafayette is looking for residents to serve on the Lafayette Energy Sustainability Advisory Committee (LESAC). These Council appointed positions, with three-year terms, will advise City Council on matters related to energy sustainability.&...

Lafayette one of 20 Colorado communities now “Open for Solar Business”

Twenty cities, towns, and counties in Colorado, including Lafayette, have now received designation from the national SolSmart program for making it faster, easier, and more affordable for homes and businesses to go solar. Colorado now ties California for ...

The GOWP will be open for 2021 Season!

Updated information is coming soon!

COVID-19 test kits and N95 masks are in stock at the Library

Stop by the Library for free, state-supplied at-home COVID-19 test kits, N95 masks and surgical masks, while supplies last.

Test KitsStatus as of Aug. 22: in stock

Stop by the Lafayette Public Library to pick up free Rapid At-Home tests provided by the State of Colorado's expanded free Rapid At-Home testing program. This news item will be kept updated with current status.

The te...

Library status: 2022 hours

Welcome! We are now open Monday-Thursday 10am-8pm, Friday and Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday 1-5pm.

Teen Science Café: Explore Biomaterials - Thursday, Oct. 13, 5:30pm - Register

Teens in grades 9-12 - sign up for Teen Science Café with CU Science Discovery. We'll explore tissue engineering, and learn how hydrogels can be used to design new ways of repairing our hearts and our joints. Registration required.

Lotería Mexicana - Family Bingo, 2nd Mondays, 5-6pm

All ages - drop in upstairs in the Kid Zone for bilingual family bingo fun in the traditional Mexican style! Held on the 2nd Mondays of each month.

Fall Storytimes, Sept. 12-Nov. 17

Join us for Storytime on Monday-Thursday at the Library at 10:30am, including a new Social-Emotional Circle Time with Mental Health Partners. View the schedule to find out about special Pop-up Storytimes all around town!

Book a Study Room or Event Space

Free study rooms and fee-based event spaces are open for use!

To book a free space, or hold a paid space for an event (subject to approval), use the Reserve a Room button from our homepage, or go to lafayetteco.gov/LibrarySpaces and select Study Rooms or Event Spaces.

Pro Tips:

• Requesting event space? The default slot...

PINs required to access Library accounts and resources

PINs (personal identification numbers) are now required to access and use the features of your online library account (My Account).

PINs are being implemented by all of the Flatirons Library Consortium libraries to provide an extra layer of security for your account and personal information. This PIN will be used to access your account online, to use Overdrive/Libby/Sora for downloada...

Engaging Death Café conversations for adults are back...over Zoom!

Death Cafés bring adults together for authentic, engaging conversations. Sign up for one or more virtual conversations on Zoom, held on the third Thursday of each month at 6pm (registration required).

Grab bags for adults, kids, or teens!

Need help finding your next read? Request a mystery bag of librarian-selected books!

Need help finding what to read next? Love mystery and surprise bags? 

• Request a grab bag for adults
• Request a kids or teens grab bag

Use the form to request a grab bag of pre-selected items be checked out and picked up at curbside by appointment.

Gra...

How to pick up your holds

View hours and details for picking up your books and other items at the Lafayette Public Library.

Holds pickup processPlace up to 100 items on hold using the Library catalog, or by calling 303-665-5200. Once you have received notice by email, phone, or text that your requested items are available for pickup:

• Come into the Lobby during our open hours (c...

Donate food and essential items

The Library is a Sister Carmen donation site during open hours.

Lafayette Public Library has partnered with Sister Carmen Community Center as a food drive location. We are making it easy for you to donate food and other essential items this holiday season and beyond!

Sister Carmen provides services for those struggling...

Library status and user guide

View Library status, get a card, learn about current services, and more!

Haga clic en el botón de Google en la parte inferior de la página para estar al día con las noticias y con los recursos de la Biblioteca que puedan usar mientras estamos cerrados.

Library Status

Public access and meeting spa...

Find more with Prospector

Lafayette Public Library, in conjunction with the Flatirons Library Consortium (FLC), has rejoined the Prospector union catalog for interlibrary loans. When we participated in Prospector in years past, more than 98% of item requests were still fulfilled b...

Computers and printing services

Print from home, or at the Library from your device or a computer!

Use public computers for up to three hours per day with your Library card or guest pass. 

Need to print?

• Queue up prints and pay as you go with the self-service print kiosk.
• Away from...

Washington Post online

Enjoy unlimited free access to The Washington Post online, remotely or any device. Set up a Washington Post account; use the special access code each time you want a seven-day pass.

Adventure Backpacks

Check out a Lafayette Library/Lafayette Open Space Adventure Backpack, packed with seasonally updated, nature-focused, books, maps, field guides, activities, binoculars, and more.

Library events and news updates

Receive emails for new Library events, services, and resources, or other City programs. Tap "Subscribe," enter your email, and scroll down to "News Flashes" to select the Library's categories.

Denver Post and Daily Camera online

With Newsbank and your Library card, enjoy image and text editions of the Denver Post, text versions of the Daily Camera, plus additional Colorado newspapers and America's News.

New York Times online

Enjoy unlimited free access to the New York Times online, remotely or any device. Set up a NYT account, then use our special access code for three free days, renewable every time it runs out.

Try Libby for eBooks & eAudio

Did you know the Library has thousands of eBooks and eAudiobooks? You can borrow them instantly - for free, using just the device in your hand, with Libby.Use Libby right from the website app, or get the app for your phone or tablet - it takes just a few ...

Consumer Reports Website - Free Access!

The Lafayette Public Library now provides free access to the member content of the Consumer Reports website! Consumer Reports is an independent nonprofit that provides trustworthy information and robust product testing in an age where online product revie...

Seed Library

Go Green...Library to Garden!

The Lafayette Public Library free Seed Program accepts donations of sealed, commercial seed packets for free distribution to your fellow Library patrons and local gardeners!

How it works:

• To donate - Starting in February, bring ...

Read eMagazines and graphic novels - free on your device or PC!

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

1000 Books Before Kindergarten is a simple, fun approach to helping young kids gain early literacy skills, and the confidence necessary to become strong readers.

How does it work?

• Read a book, any book, to your child - newborn, infant, or toddler. ...

Research Your Family History with MyHeritage

Enjoy MyHeritage from home to research your family history! MyHeritage has comprehensive genealogy resources, with billions of historical documents, millions of historical photos and other resources in thousands of databases that span the past five centur...

Explore history: Colorado and Wyoming historic newspapers

Have you had a chance to check out the online archive of early editions of Lafayette newspapers? The earliest local newspapers that we have on microfilm are  available online through the Colorado Historic Newspapers Collection, with more dates ad...

ReferenceUSA - business leads and more!

You now have free access to ReferenceUSA with your Lafayette Library card! ReferenceUSA is a powerful research tool which provides access to several useful databases, including:

Auto Repair Source - free access to premium car repair info

Your Lafayette Library card gives you free access to the premium auto repair website Auto Repair Source (formerly AutoMate). Powered by the automotive experts at MOTOR, Auto Repair Source has manufacturer and repair information on more than 38,000 vehicle...

Fall Storytimes, Sept. 6-Nov. 17

Join us for Storytime on Monday-Thursday at the Library at 10:30am, including a new Social-Emotional Circle Time with Mental Health Partners. View the schedule to find out about special Pop-up Storytimes all around town!

Library status and user guide

View Library status, get a card, learn about current services, and more!

Current teen volunteer opportunities at the Library

The Library has lots of opportunities for teens to earn volunteer hours by helping with Library programs.

Lafayette welcomes Red Wagon Farm to Thomas Open Space

In February, City Council approved a new three-year lease, welcoming Red Wagon Farm as the new tenant to manage and operate the Thomas Open Space Farm property. For the past 12 years, Isabelle Farm has held the agricultural lease on the property and was a...

Design and construction team selected for Willoughby Corner

Learn more about Boulder County Housing and Human Services' recent progress on the Willoughby Corner affordable neighborhood project located at Emma/120th St. The project features 400 affordable rental and for-sale homes.

Water Dedication Requirement Updates

Revocation of Cash-In-Lieu Preference

On August 17, 2021, City Council passed Resolution 2021-57 which terminates the cash-in-lieu of water dedication preference. What this means is that any project that requires water dedication would be required to dedic...

Electrical Vehicle (EV) Provisions

This past March, the City of Lafayette approved its first-ever Sustainability Plan highlighting the City's goal of reducing reliance on fossil fuels and increasing its use in renewable energy. To closely align with City-wide goals, Lafayette will adopt ne...

Solar Ready Provisions

This past March, the City of Lafayette approved its first-ever Sustainability Plan highlighting the City's goal of reducing reliance on fossil fuels and increasing its use in renewable energy. To closely align with City-wide goals, Lafayette will adopt ne...

What's developing in Lafayette?

Curious what new development is in process within the City of Lafayette? View a list of projects at www.cityoflafayette.com/Development.Understanding the process for new development projects can be confusing. Follow the link above to learn more about the ...

Weekly Police Department Incident Report Summary Sept. 19, 2022

This is a summary of incident reports taken by the Lafayette Police Department from Sept. 19-25, 2022. Accident reports are not included in this summary. Please note, some information is not subject to public view at the posting of this summary.

Weekly Police Department Incident Report Summary Sept. 12, 2022

This is a summary of incident reports taken by the Lafayette Police Department from Sept. 12-18, 2022. Accident reports are not included in this summary. Please note, some information is not subject to public view at the posting of this summary.

Weekly Police Department Incident Report Summary Sept. 5, 2022

This is a summary of incident reports taken by the Lafayette Police Department from Sept. 5-11, 2022. Accident reports are not included in this summary. Please note, some information is not subject to public view at the posting of this summary.

Updated request - Delay and save

April 28, 2022, update:

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use. 

As of April 20, the City is seeing our typical residential winter water usage (~two million gallons/day) double, and usage jumped to five million g...

2022 Drinking Water Quality Report

New traffic configuration on South Boulder Road

Starting Wednesday, May 11, westbound South Boulder Road traffic will have one through travel lane and one left turn only travel lane. This is a temporary westbound traffic configuration on South Boulder Road at Saratoga and Merlin. Please prepare for del...

Know your flood risk

Mile High Flood District (MHFD) helps raise awareness of flood risks as well as helps residents understand their role. To prepare for the flood season, the Flood Hazard Brochure is mailed annually to all property owners whose properties are in or near a h...

We're Hiring

Working with Lafayette Recreation is fun and rewarding and offers competitive pay and benefits. Whether you are looking for your first job or need something to do with your time after retirement, we have a place for you! Use the Apply Now link to see our ...

Power Yoga in the Park

Learn to move with your breath through a combination of sun salutations, deep-opening postures, and strong standing poses to enhance your overall well-being.Power Yoga is designed with the veteran yogi in mind with modifications for all levels. Bring your...

High-Intensity Interval Training

HIIT, or High-Intensity Interval Training, is a training technique that combines all-out quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short recovery periods.HIIT improves aerobic and anaerobic fitness, blood pressure, cardiovascular health, insulin sens...

Active Adults Strength Training

At the end of this progressive, skill-building program, you will know how to safely use free weights and machines to build your strength. Subsequent sections will build on the skills you have mastered and continue to build muscle strength, size and endura...

High School Strength and Conditioning

Integrating free weights, machines, and functional fitness, we'll focus on speed and power, agility and coordination, and stretching to help prevent injury. Take advantage of this opportunity to get ahead and make the most of this and next season!*All pro...

Women's Weight Training

Specifically designed for women of all ages, Women's Weight Training includes whole-body strength training to boost metabolism and improve balance and bone density. This class is great for women looking to add strength training to their lives but are unsu...

Large Slide Closed, Lazy River Current Off for Maintenance

Our Lazy River and Large Slide are getting their pumps refreshed to provide a better experience for you. The pumps will be removed, restored, and replaced over 3-4 weeks. During this time, the Lazy River will be open and available for swimming, but there ...

Yoga for Teens

With the stress that teens face these days and the fast-paced environment we all find ourselves in, yoga is a great tool to help maintain a calm state of both body and mind through postures and breathwork. In this 4-week series, students will feel welcome...

Fall Youth Racquetball Programs

Players of all levels will enjoy these small group lessons taking participants through the high-speed world of racquetball. Build skills and stamina, and learn the rules of the game while enjoying some light competition.

Each participant must supply eye pr...

Youth Skateboarding Programs

Learn how to be safe while having fun on your skateboard. We welcome skaters of all skill levels and will work on everything from learning how to stand and roll on your skateboard to challenging yourself by learning tricks. Build up to advanced park ridin...

High-Intensity Interval Training

HIIT, or High-Intensity Interval Training, is a training technique that combines all-out quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short recovery periods.HIIT improves aerobic and anaerobic fitness, blood pressure, cardiovascular health, insulin sens...

Beginner Ballroom Dance Class

Friday nights just became more fun!

Learn the basic technique and timing of various dances, all taught with the beginner dancer in mind. Beginner Ballroom Dance will highlight a different dance each month: September - East Coast SwingOctober - Rum...

Aerial Yoga

What is Aerial Yoga? 

Aerial Yoga involves using a silk hammock suspended from the ceiling as a prop to create space in the body, decompress the spine and add depth to yoga postures. Build strength and flexibility, and relieve stress as you swing ...

Want to make a difference? Join the Senior Advisory Board!

The City of Lafayette is seeking residents interested in serving on the Senior Advisory Board. The Senior Advisory Board of Lafayette Senior Services advises City Council and Senior Services staff in matters pertaining to the 55 and older population of La...

Pay in advance

2022 Fall Festival

The 2022 Fall Festival is sure to have something for everyone! Celebrate the season with fun and engaging activities inside the recreation center: pumpkin races, youth activities, an arts and crafts project, glow-stick fun, and STEM activities with pumpki...

2022 Shop-N-Drop

Fun for your child, a shopping opportunity for you!

Kids ages 3-12 will enjoy supervised playtime while parents shop in downtown Lafayette for Shop Small Saturday. Activities include arts and crafts, and active play.

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2022 BBRC Turkey Bowl Challenge

Join us for a fun football challenge where we test your pass, punt, and running skills. Registration is open to 5-12-year-olds. The winner of each age group and gender will win a frozen turkey. Gobble, gobble! The event begins at 9 am sharp.

2022 Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt

The 2022 Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt is bigger and better than ever! A certain someone has hidden candy canes outside the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center in the City Park fields. Grab your flashlight and search for candy canes while looking for hidden elve...

2022 Kids Fishing Derby

Located at Waneka Lake Park, the Fishing Derby is a great way to introduce your child to the joys of fishing. Join us for this free event where kids can fish to their hearts content.Please bring a fishing rod.

May 14  | 8-9:30am  | &n...

2022 Leprechaun Gold Hunt

Leprechaun Gold Hunt

March 12  | 10-11:30am  |  BBRC Complex

Help the Lafayette Leprechauns find and fill their pot of gold. We have hidden gold throughout the BBRC complexes - city fields, inline skate rink, walking trails, etc. ...

2022 Easter Eggstravaganza

Easter Eggstravaganza

April 9  |  Waneka Lake Park  |  Ages 8 and under

Join us at Waneka Lake for some family Eggstravaganza fun. Children will have lots of fun hunting for treat-filled eggs "hidden" throughout...

Bob L. Burger Recreation Center Information

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Recreation and Senior Center Activity Guide

Lafayette Recreation publishes the Lafayette Recreation & Senior Services seasonal Activity Guide to provide the community with information about upcoming classes, programs, and events.

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Lafayette Senior Resource Fair

Senior Resource Fair

Attend the Lafayette Senior Resource Fair to learn about available resources available in the community for older adults. Participate in break-out sessions and discover what our engaging speakers have to share. 

We welcome drop...

Guitar Lessons

This guitar class is designed with the absolute beginner in mind. Students will learn basic chords, picking patterns, strumming, rhythm and notes on the fretboard to enjoy playing a variety of songs. Please bring a 6-string guitar to class.

Teaching materi...

Ukulele Lessons

In this Ukulele beginner class, we will focus on strumming and rhythms, reading tabs, improvising, and beginning songwriting. We'll have fun singing familiar songs and learning basic chords. Please bring a ukulele to class.

Location:  Senior Cente...

Want to make a difference? Join the Senior Advisory Board!

The City of Lafayette is seeking residents interested in serving on the Senior Advisory Board.  The Lafayette Senior Services Senior Advisory Board advises City Council and Senior Services staff in matters pertaining to the 55 and older populatio...

Ride Free Lafayette bus service

Boulder County is pleased to announce the new Ride Free Lafayette program, a free, on-demand, door-to-door bus service that connects people to places within the City of Lafayette, CO. Service began on Monday, July 20, 2020.

Residents and visitors can use t...

Lafayette Senior Resource Fair

Senior Resource Fair

Attend the Lafayette Senior Resource Fair to learn about available resources available in the community for older adults. Participate in break-out sessions and discover what our engaging speakers have to share. 

We welcome drop...