Herald Day is here again!
It’s rare for Spring Break in Western Colorado to actually feel like spring rather than second winter. This year’s an exception — it’s flirting with summer already. And with the kind of drought we’re in, that’s not exactly something to celebrate.
It’s a good time to start being extra cautious with those controlled burns, dusting off the old xeriscaping ideas (remember when that was all the rage?), weighing the pros and cons of fireworks, and maybe — only half joking here — penciling in a few rain dances. In addition to conducting fire mitigation around your own property, new or old.
In case you missed it last week: A Front Range physician is seeking input from rural teens (13–19) and caregivers who have experienced past suicidal thoughts or attempts — but are not currently struggling — to help develop a new screening tool. Participants complete a 30–60 minute confidential interview and are compensated. Teens 18–19 can participate without parental consent. Rural voices matter in shaping better mental health support—learn more: https://bit.ly/ruralCOteensurvey
This week, Jared wrote a great piece about a post-wildfire reseeding event, plus we have plenty of meeting updates, and a lot more!
Welcome to our newest subscribers this week, and thank you to our recurring subscribers and advertisers!
(see page 3 for details on these events)
📅 March 24
Online Author Talk
🕒 Time: Check schedule online
📍 Place: Meeker Public Library or your device
ℹ️ Register/watch: meekerlibrary.org (recorded & archived)
📅 March 25
Homeschool Resource Fair
🕒 Time: 2–4 p.m.
📍 Place: Meeker Public Library
📅 March 27
Botanical Gardens Trip (18+)
🕒 Time: TBA (day trip)
📍 Place: Departs Meeker Recreation Center, 101 Ute Road
💲 $15 (transportation + admission) | Register by March 20
Crafternoons (Teens/Tweens)
🕒 Time: 3–5 p.m.
📍 Place: Meeker Public Library
Red Cross Babysitting Course (Day 1)
🕒 Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 Place: Meeker Recreation Center, 101 Ute Road
💲 $75 | Register by March 23
📅 March 28
Red Cross Babysitting Course (Day 2)
🕒 Time: 9 a.m.–Noon
📍 Place: Meeker Recreation Center, 101 Ute Road
Hunter Education (Day 1)
🕒 Time: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
📍 Place: Meeker Recreation Center, 101 Ute Road + shooting range (Day 2)
💲 $14 | Register by March 27
Short Stories & Snacks Club
🕒 Time: 11 a.m.
📍 Place: Meeker Public Library
📅 March 29
Hunter Education (Day 2)
🕒 Time: 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 Place: Meeker Recreation Center + shooting range
📅 Ongoing
Geezer Gather
🕒 Time: Tuesdays at 9 a.m.
📍 Place: Meeker Recreation Center Lounge
📅 Deadline: April 1
Fairfield Grant Applications Due
🕒 Time: By 5 p.m.
📍 Place: Mail to PO Box 2302 or drop off at White River Electric, 233 6th St. (Mon–Thurs, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.)
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