Anyone who has ever cycled or taken a scenic drive out Neva Road north of Boulder knows that THE highlight of that piece of country is checking out the Llamas on Bobra Goldsmith’s farm.
I had the distinct priviledge about five years ago of visiting with Bobra and touring her llama farm, when I was a reporter for the Daily Camera. Bobra is a class act, and truly loves life and those animals.
So it was particularly sad for me to hear that Bobra’s house went up in flames earlier this month when hundreds of acres north of town caught fire.
Thankfully, her friends are rallying around her, and now there’s something we all can do.
The public is invited to attend a benefit for Bobra, Feb. 19 from 5 to 7 p.m., at Villas at The Atrium, 3350 30th St.
Please come to the benefit, and see below for a list of items that Bobra says she needs.
Thanks,
Chris Barge
Director of Philanthropic Services
The Community Foundation
Here’s the notice:
Benefit and Silent Auction for Bobra Goldsmith, “The Llama Lady” WHEN: Thursday, February 19th TIME: 5 to 7 PM WHERE: Villas at The Atrium, 3350 30th Street, Boulder, CO. 80301. (Iris and 30th Street) CONTACT: Marcella Barros, 303-444-0200 As most of you know from media accounts, Bobra Goldsmith, age 78, also known as The Llama Lady, lost her home and all of its contents earlier this month in one of the Boulder County fires. Although there were several benefits for the brave firefighters and first responders who fought these blazes, there has been no specific benefit for Bobra until now. The public is invited to attend the benefit for Bobra. There will be food, music, and a silent auction. Members of the print and TV media have also been invited to attend. You may spot a celebrity or two and Bobra will bring a few of her llamas to the benefit as well. We are seeking donations of any collectible items, paintings, artwork, furniture, household items, gift certificates, as well as personal items to present to Bobra as they come in. And, of course cash donations. Please call Marcella for more information. Her number is: 303-444-0200. 100% of the proceeds will benefit Bobra, but as she is an individual, donations are not tax deductible. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
The following are the items Bobra listed that she needs:
Digital camera
Unabridged dictionary
Radio
Lamps; 1 floor, 2 table, small desk lamp
Kettle – Bobra drinks tea. She had a metal kettle w/spout.
Dishes
Spaghetti pot; the kind with the basket to drain pasta
Crock pot (3 or 4 qt.)
Pressure cooker – Bobra says this is a must!
Hand mixer
Mixing bowl(s)
Frying pan – 12”
Revere Ware pots and pans
Drinking glasses
Bread box
Knives
Spatula
Recycling bins
Eddie Bauer sleeping bag
***Special Items that Bobra lost in fire that mean a lot to her:
Books – Art books – abstract, French impressionist (She taught French literature)
Nambe pans – 14” long
Call Marcella with any questions: 303-444-0200
All donations can be dropped off at Villas at The Atrium, 3350 30th Street, Boulder, CO
