Niwot Nostalgia Days


Schedule of Events • Saturday, August 28, 1999

Location Time Event
Second Avenue - 
Downtown Niwot
7:30 - 11:00 a.m.  Pioneer Pancake Breakfast – 
Hosted by Niwot Optimist Club
8:00 – 8:45 a.m.  Nostalgia Days Fun Run 
9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  Petting Zoo
9:30 – 10:15 a.m.  Children’s Parade
10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.  Grange Hall Open House

10:30 – 11:30 a.m. 
Niwot Historical Tour – Hosted by the Niwot Historical Society
Business District -  10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.  Downtown Niwot 
Cottonwood Square - Niwot Road 10:00 a.m.– 2:30 p.m Craft Fair – Business Exhibits – Niwot Food Vendors
10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.  Kids Carnival and Games 
10:30 a.m. – 2: 30 p.m.  ENTERTAINMENT 
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.  Children’s Show
Cottonwood Square 
Niwot Road
5:30 – 11:00 p.m. "Dinner and Dancing in the Street" Party 
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.  Raymond Williams
8:30 – 11:00 p.m.  The Lee Thomas Band
Morning Entertainment

Second Avenue - Downtown Niwot

7:30 - 11:00 a.m. Pioneer Pancake Breakfast – Hosted by Niwot Optimist Club
Hey Partner, why not mosey on down for a hearty breakfast after the Fun Run or before the Parade? Bring your friends, family and neighbors for Left Hand Grange Pancakes, Hinman Scrambled Eggs, Chief Niwot Sausage Dry Creek coffee and Dodd Orange Juice. Hitch your horse at the Niwot Auction House at 2nd and Franklin. Adults $5 Kids $3 

8:00 – 8:45 a.m. Nostalgia Days Fun Run
Run, walk or ride but get out and enjoy the fresh air and the sites and sounds of Niwot. An event for all ages – so bring the kids, the dog and Grandpa if he’s up to it! Sign In at 7:30 a.m. Start at the corner of Franklin and 2nd Avenue. Contact Euvaldo Valdez for information 303-530-7490 

9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Petting Zoo
A great favorite with the children. Spend time talking to the animals at the Petting Zoo next to Niwot Dental on 2nd Avenue.

9:30 – 10:15 a.m. Children’s Parade
This colorful walking parade through historical downtown Niwot will feature enthusiastic neighborhood representatives, business groups, Scouts, interest groups, hobby groups, dance troupes, well dressed pets, musicians, bikes, kids, guest celebrities, wagons, a horse drawn carriage led by Miss Kitty and don’t forget the Grand Marshall. Be sure to be in the line-up for this very special community event. Call Happy Schaffner for information 303-652-2557. 

10:00 a.m. – 2:30p.m. Grange Hall Open House
Step back in time! View antique craft displays and help celebrate 125 years of Left Hand Grange history. Refreshments will be served throughout the day.

10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Niwot Historical Tour – Hosted by the Niwot Historical Society
Walking tours of historic Niwot will take place throughout the morning. Sign up and departures from the Grange Hall. This is a great opportunity to learn the history of Niwot. The tour is free – donations are gratefully accepted and go to support the work of the Niwot Historical Society.

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Downtown Niwot
Business District 
Shops and stores will be open all day. Stroll through town and enjoy musicians, magicians, potters, artists and unique galleries, antiques, books, gifts and food.

Cottonwood Square - Niwot Road

10:00 a.m.– 2:30 p.m. Craft Fair – Business Exhibits – Niwot Food Vendors
You will find the Fair in Cottonwood Square, featuring many local crafters and businesses and the best and freshest food in Colorado. 

For booth space contact Stephanie Ravensdale at 303-652-1382.


10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Kids Carnival and Games 
Meet your friends, try your luck, demonstrate your skills, ride the train and just have FUN! Tickets will be on sale at 50 cents each game. 
10:30 a.m. – 2: 30 p.m. ENTERTAINMENT 
Local entertainment provided by talented local Niwotians throughout the day in Cottonwood Square.

11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Sheriffs Department Demonstrations
Stop by and meet members of the Boulder County Sheriff’s office, including members and equipment from the SWAT, K-9. and Regional Communications Center. Members of Mountain View Fire Protection District will be on hand, equipment from the Niwot Station along with the Colorado State Patrol, Rocky Mountain Rescue Group, Longmont Emergency Unit, Boulder Emergency Squad, and St. Anthony’s Flight for Life.


Evening Entertainment

Cottonwood Square - Niwot Road

5:30 – 11:00 p.m. "Dinner and Dancing in the Street" Party 
An alcohol-free event for the whole family! Sponsored by Community First Bank, Niwot Dental, First National Bank of Niwot and Daily Times – Call.

Join Jim Russell of KOSI Radio’s "Afternoon Show" as M.C. for an evening of magic and music. Tickets must be purchased to come in to the area. (Dinner is not included in admission price).Food is available for purchase from restaurants and vendors or bring along your own picnic!

5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Children’s Show
Bring the kids along for this "magic" hour with Uncle Herb. There will be games and competitions with prizes… prizes…. prizes!

6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Raymond Williams
Grab your cowboy hat and get ready for some boot scootin’ when Raymond Williams takes over Cottonwood Square with western tunes. 

8:30 – 11:00 p.m. The Lee Thomas Band
Get ready for a dynamic set of multi-talented musicians who perform a wide variety of music that is sure to please. 

TICKET PRICES:

Family of Five $22.00 ($25.00 day of event) Single Ticket $ 5.00 ($6.00 day of event) Six and under free Seniors (65+) $3.00

Pre-event Ticket Outlets: Rosebud Coffee Shop in Cottonwood Square, Niwot Liquor, Niwot Real Estate, Community First National Bank and Twin Peaks Information Booth.
 

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Posted August 1999