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Tuesday Treasures at the Ranch — Tuesday Treasures at the Ranch Tables will be set up with information, examples and activities for kids and adults about themes relating to Sandstone Ranch. There are different weekly themes; 9 a.m.-noon, 3001 Sandstone Drive, Longmont; 303-774-4692, longmontcolorado.gov.
Festival Plaza Story Time — The Festival Plaza Story Time is planned; 10 a.m., Lafayette Public Library, 775 W. Baseline Road, Lafayette.
Backyard Nature Science for Families — Feed your child's natural curiosity about the world with a science-themed storytime that includes hands-on exploration of nature around us in our own neighborhoods. Learn about everything from insects to dinosaurs and rocks to plants. This storytime includes parent or caregiver participation. Each session will end with a make-and-take activity. All ages welcome. No registration required; 10:15 a.m., Longmont Public Library, 409 Fourth Ave., Longmont; longmontcolorado.gov.
Introduction to Tole Painting — Learn Tole Painting, a style of Norwegian decorative folk art. Participants will take home a painted wood item of their own creation. No art experience needed. All supplies provided. Registration required; ages 18-plus. Taught by local artist Lizbeth Gage, owner of Gallery 58; 5:30 p.m., Erie Community Library, 400 Powers St., Erie; free; mylibrary.us/events.
Upcoming
Wednesday
Live Action Pac-Man — Act as Pac-Man and ghost characters from the classic video game "Pac-Man." As Pac-Man, try to eat all the dots before being caught by the ghosts. Registration required; Grades 6-12; 2 p.m. Wednesday, Erie Community Library, 400 Powers St., Erie; free; mylibrary.us/events.
Produce Market — Miller Farms has partnered with 7-Eleven to provide a produce stand one night a week all summer. Fill a bag for only $10. Double Up Food Bucks will also be accepted — pay with EBT card and it will only cost $5; 3 p.m. Wednesday, 7-Eleven, 840 Lashley St., Longmont; free.
Lipbone Redding — Lipbone Redding is a singular talent who is known for his vocal instruments: melodic and percussive vocal sounds that emulate traditional instruments. He is also a singer and guitarist, a captivating songwriter, and a storyteller; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dannik's Gunbarrel Corner Bar, 6525 Gunpark Drive, Boulder; $10; 303-530-7423.
Live! at the Library — Join live, family-friendly performances every Thursday morning. Bring friends and neighbors; children 9 and younger must be accompanied by a dedicated caregiver over 16 years of age. Next up: The Magic of Mr. E. and Kyle Groves. No registration required; 10-10:45 a.m. Thursday, Longmont Public Library, 409 Fourth Ave., Longmont; longmontcolorado.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/22559/1300?curm=06&cury=2018.
Pop Culture Trivia — Do you love authors like Sarah Maas and shows like "Riverdale" or "Stranger Things"? Then come show off your trivia skills and discover new books and shows. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12; 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Carbon Valley Regional Library, 7 Park Ave., Firestone; free; mylibrary.us/events.