First Popup of the Year: It’s another gorgeous, sunny weekend. We will be @cureorganicfarm with baked goods for sale from noon until we sell out, so if you missed the cutoff for preorders this week, swing on by. 

In 2018, LURA initiated a project on the east side of Public Road that repaired sidewalks, added additional art installation locations, and successfully replaced some of these planters. This current project will replace additional tree planters, mainly on the west side of the street, as well as portions of existing sidewalk. 

Silver Peak Studio and Gallery will be relocating to the buildings currently occupied by Little Herbal Apothecary, with an anticipated move in April. The business, owned by Jen Lesea-Ames, is a jewelry instruction facility and art space. The operation will utilize two buildings: one dedicated to metalsmithing classes and another housing non-metalsmithing instruction, a fine art gallery, and a jewelry supply retail store. The gallery will feature original 2D art and jewelry made by students, instructors, and the owner. The facility will offer jewelry-making courses for both youth and adults, covering techniques including wire wrapping, pearl knotting, and metalsmithing. Located at 100 E Cleveland St, Lafayette, CO.

Now that I made the official announcement I can share here: if you were wondering who is moving into the buildings where the Little Herbal Apothecary currently is, that is going to be my business: Silver Peak Studio and Gallery! (April move date). We are a jewelry school (teaching all forms of jewelry making including wire wrapping, pearl knotting, and metalsmithing) for youth and adults.  The building offset from S. Public will be our metals classroom, then the main building will be our non-metalsmithing classes, fine art gallery (all original 2D art and jewelry made by my students, instructors, and me) and a jewelry supply store. 

- Jen Lesea-Ames

Purchasing a CSA is an incredibly effective way to support local agriculture in your community, but knowing where to start can be intimidating. That’s why we decided to make this digital CSA guide. We collected information from our vendor community and friends of the market to help you have all the information you need to choose a CSA. Reach out to each individual farm to learn more about their CSA. If you are a local farm interested in being featured, please email fryder@bcfm.org.

Gabi Rae, Erie communications and community engagement director, said that there is no firm opening date for the Nine Mile King Soopers, but the town anticipates a late summer or early fall opening.

Lafayette Communications Director Debbie Wilmot said that the Lafayette King Soopers will close as soon as the other opens.

Bucatino Trattoria, Newest Italian restaurant in Boulder county now hiring, Line cook/cocineros, pantry cook, dishwashers/lavaplatos, Full time/part time positions available, apply at 1265 south public road, Lafayette co 80026, Monday thru saturday 11am to 5pm, also you can call Francisco at 7203452359. Ambiente the trabajo muy bueno, Please bring resume, or also you can email resume. Thank you!

Over the past year we have been working very hard with our staff and partners at Daily Grains to launch our new website! Our new platform makes it easier than ever to engage directly with the vibrant Colorado Grain Chain community. Your passion for grains just found an elevated digital home! 

Lafayette Florist relocated to 3335 Arapahoe Road in Erie, opening on January 18, 2024, after being in business since 1949. Kumiko and Yasutaro Yoshihara were released from a Japanese relocation camp after World War II and bought 2.5 acres of land on Public Road in Lafayette in 1949. They started by selling vegetables from a small stand while farming the land, then gradually expanded into selling flowers, bedding plants, and garden supplies. The passion of this family has been passed down for four generations. Brian Wheat, who married Lori Yoshihara (the Yoshiharas' granddaughter), has managed operations since the 1980s. Alongside Lori's sister Sandi Yoshihara-Sniff, they represent the third generation running the business. Their son Tanner Wheat serves as manager and represents the fourth generation. Brian Wheat explained the decision: I didn't want to be carrying Sheep and Peat (manure) when I was in my 70s and 80s. The family needed to secure retirement while preserving the business for future generations. Wheat emphasized: I really looked hard for other locations in Lafayette, that's what I want people to know. Despite relocating, the business retains Lafayette Florist as its name. The new Erie location sits less than a mile from Lafayette's city limits and approximately 2 miles from the original Public Road property. The new location operates without greenhouses or a full garden center, focusing instead on indoor gardening supplies and fresh flowers.

The CGC plays a role in fostering a connected community of farmers and ranchers with stakeholders such as sellers, brewers, distillers and bakers, creating a network that enhances the organic grain economy.

Moffitt commended the CGC and other recipients for contributing to the resurgence of interest in local and regional food systems, strengthening markets for producers, and ultimately revitalizing rural communities.