Lenten Fish Fry April 4
MEEKER | The Meeker community is invited to the Holy Family Catholic Church (889 Park Ave.) Lenten Fish Fry, April 4, from 5-7:30 p.m. The cost: adult is $17/adult, $6/child (under 12 years old). The meal includes: two pieces of fish, French fries, coleslaw, dessert and beverage. Take-out is an option. There will also be a bake sale for those interested in buying baked goods. Come and enjoy fellowship and a good meal.
Smoking River Brewing Co. chili cook off April 5
MEEKER | Fourth Annual Chili Cook Off, Saturday April 5 starting at 4 p.m. at Smoking River Brewing Co. Enter your chili or be a taster! Awards will be given to People’s Choice, Best Green Chili, Best White Chili and Best Red Chili. Sign up on Facebook or pick up the form at the brewery. Tickets for tasters are $12 and include two beers.
MAMBA meeting April 7
MEEKER | The monthly Meeker Area Mountain Biking Association meeting will be Monday, April 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the Town Hall meeting room. The agenda includes: Ute Park Project, Pump Track/Dirt Jumps Progress, Waterline, Fundraising, Fairfield Grant, CPW Grant and Volunteer Day.
Kiss Me, Kate in Vernal April 11
MEEKER | Take a trip to Vernal, Utah with ERBM Recreation & Park District to enjoy Vernal Theatre’s production of the Tony Award Winning Musical Kiss Me, Kate. $25/person (includes transportation and ticket). Dinner cost is the responsibility of the participant. Ages 18 and up. Nine spots left! Get your tickets at erbmrec.com/kissmekate
Prime rib dinner and pie auction fundraiser April 13
MEEKER | Mark your calendars to attend the annual Prime Rib Dinner and Pie Auction fundraiser, hosted by the Rio Blanco Masonic Lodge to raise funds for local scholarships. $25 a plate, held at the RBC Fairgrounds 4-H Building. Doors open at 4 p.m., dinner at 5 p.m. RSVP to Steve Coley at 970-456-3596.
Quarterly gathering of the Rio Blanco County Historical Society April 13
MEEKER |The next membership meeting of the Rio Blanco County Historical Society Inc. will be held at the Old West Heritage Culture Center on April 13 at noon. Ms. Casey will bring her students to share their research projects with us. We are meeting a little earlier than usual so that those of you who want to attend the Mason’s event can go. We will be serving veggies, cheese, chips, dips, and such. You can bring something light to share if you want, but it is not required.
Join the Memoirs Club
MEEKER | Do you have a life story to tell, but don’t know how to start? We’ll be happy to share how fun it is, one page at a time! Wednesdays, (8:45 for newcomers) from 9–10:30 a.m. In the Old West Heritage Culture Center (517 Park) in Meeker. For more info and guidelines call 970-326-5060.
Meeker Book Club April 14
MEEKER | The Meeker Public Library book club is reading Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell. We will meet to discuss the book at the Meeker Public Library on Monday, April 14, at 1 p.m. Extra copies are available for check out at the library if you would like to join in the fun. New members are always welcome!
Spring Social April 17
MEEKER | Mark your calendars for ERBM Recreation & Park District’s annual Spring Social Thursday, April 17 at the Fairfield Center. Guests ages 62 and up are welcome to join us for conversation, lunch, and fun entertainment. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Lunch served at noon. $10/person. Register at erbmrec.com/springsocial
Stations of the Cross on Friday, April 18
MEEKER | The Meeker United Methodist Church is inviting our community to celebrate the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday, April 18, at noon on the courthouse lawn. Join us for this special time of prayer and reflection as we remember Christ’s suffering and death.
Father Daughter Ball April 18
MEEKER | Get your tickets for ERBM Recreation & Park District’s annual Father Daughter Ball, set for Friday, April 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fairfield Center. $5/person (parent/caregiver participation required). Register at erbmrec.com/ball
Local Working Group Meeting
MEEKER | Wednesday, April 23, 6-8 p.m. (food and beverages included), at the Fire Protection District (240 7th St.). Hosted by the White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts, we are collecting feedback from the local community to gain insight into key local natural resource concerns. This information will help identify and develop conservation projects in partnership with local producers. Natural resource concerns range from water quality, irrigation, forest health, streambank restoration, and wildlife to rangeland health and more. Funding is available to support eligible projects. Questions call 970-878-9838.
Free Fire Preparedness Bootcamp for Landowners
MEEKER | Saturday, May 10, 10-2 p.m. (lunch included) at Cty Rd 8 Campgrounds (Mile Marker 24). Celebrate National Fire Awareness Month by joining us for an outdoor workshop in collaboration with our partners. Workshop stations will include: creating defensible space, chainsaw 101 safety, stacking for chipping, slash management, how to harden your home and a reflective 911 address sign making station. Questions call 970-878-9838.