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Community Calendar: Jan. 9, 2020

Membership Blitz at the Meeker Recreation Center, Jan. 2–15. Get your annual membership for 50% off during the Blitz! Discount runs from 5 a.m. Jan. 2 though 8:30 p.m. on Jan. 15. No exceptions. Call 970-878-3403 for more info. ERBM Recreation and Park District

WRBM’s 2020 annual membership drive is Jan. 2-15. Yearly memberships 50% off. Call WRBM at 970-675-8211 for more information.

Denver Nuggets Skills Challenge at MES Gym Jan. 10, 9 a.m. Youth ages 6–12 (as of Apr. 30, 2020) are invited to test their basketball skills at this free competition. Forms and rules available at www.ERBMrec.com. ERBM Recreation & Park District 970-878-3403.

Family Ice Fishing Day Jan. 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lake Avery. Join ERBM and CPW for a day of ice fishing! ERBM will provide a free lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., cooked and served by the Lions Club. ERBM Recreation & Park District, 970-878-3403.

Meeker Public Library Book Club will meet Monday, Jan. 13 at 1 p.m. to discuss “Last Bus to Wisdom” by Ivan Doig. All are welcome to join in the fun.

Join WRBM Friday, Jan. 24 for Vernal Theater Live! for a performance of “The Odd Couple.” $15 per person, will leave the rec center at 4:30 p.m. Bring money for dinner. Sign up deadline is Jan. 16, 10 person maximum. Call WRBM at 970-675-8211 for more information.

Cheer Clinic Jan. 17, 10 a.m. to noon, MHS Gym. Youth K-8th grade are invited to this FREE cheer clinic hosted by ERBM and the MHS Cheerleaders. Day-of registration from 9:30–10 a.m. at MHS Gym. ERBM Recreation & Park District 970-878-3403.

Works in Progress Jan.17 and Jan. 31 from 1–4 p.m. at the Meeker Recreation Center MP Room. Bring your works in progress–needlework, crafts, miscellaneous projects–to get something done and enjoy the company of other crafters. FREE! ERBM Recreation & Park District 970-878-3403.

The Rangely Moms Group meets the first Thursday of each month from 9-11 a.m. at First Baptist Church (207 S. Sunset Ave.) to help connect moms in our community. Any moms who have newborn through elementary aged children are welcome to join us for food, fellowship and fun. Childcare is provided. The first meeting is free. Subsequent meetings are $5. Scholarships are available if needed.

Childcare available at WRBM Monday-Thursday from 8-10:30 a.m. $3/hour/child without a pass. $2.50/hour/child with purchase of a 20 punch pass for $50. Call WRBM at 970-675-8211 for more information.

Free WRBM open gym basketball at Parkview Elementary. Adults on Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m., youth on Tuesdays from 7-8:30 p.m. Clean shoes needed to participate. Call WRBM at 970-675-8211 for more information.

Free Community Dinner every Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at St. James—Richards’ Hall, Fourth and Park.

Tiny Open Gym Tuesdays, 10–11 a.m. at the Admin Gym. Bring your one to four-year-olds to burn off some energy! Runs through Feb. 25 (no session Dec. 31.) Maximum of three children per parent/caregiver. ERBM Recreation and Park District 970-878-3403.

“Geezer Gather” every Thursday at 9 a.m. at the Meeker Veteran’s Community Center. 290 4th Street. Adults 55+, stop by for refreshments and conversation. 970-878-3758.

Friday Craft Class for middle school through adults. Every Friday at 1 p.m. at the Meeker Public Library. January’s craft will be macrame. Space is limited to 10 participants. Call 878-5911 or drop by to sign up.

Quilting Group. Tuesdays from 2-9 p.m. at WREA’s Kilowatt Korner. All are welcome. Come during hours that fit your schedule. Bring your sewing machine and project. Making personal and comfort quilts for the Walbridge Wing and hospice care.

Drop-in adult volleyball Tuesdays 7:30 to 9 p.m., MES Gym. Adult (18+) drop-in volleyball will run through Feb. 25 (no session Dec. 31.) A minimum of four participants must arrive by 7:45 p.m. or the program will be cancelled for the night. ERBM Recreation and Park District 970-878-3403.

Drop-in adult basketball Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the MES Gym. Adult (18+) drop-in basketball will run through Feb. 26 (no session Jan 1.). A minimum of four participants must arrive by 7:45 p.m. or the program will be cancelled for the night. ERBM Recreation and Park District 970-878-3403.

Youth Open Gym Basketball Fridays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the MES Gym for K-8th grade boys and girls Jan. 17–Mar. 6.  Youth under 8 must have a parent/caregiver 13 or older present.  At least four participants need to arrive by 1:15pm or open gym will be cancelled for the day. ERBM Recreation and Park District 970-878-3403

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings held Tuesday and Thursday from 7–8 p.m. at New Creation Church, Rangely.

Art On A Kart Master the Masters. Mark your calendar for the third Thursday of each month for an evening of art and friendship. Canvas, paint, drawing and painting techniques are included. $30 per person. Call or text Liz Waters 970-274-3794 to confirm or ask questions.

Storytime at the Rangely Regional Library Tuesdays, 10 a.m.

Meeker Lions Club meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at 290 Fourth St. New members are always welcome. It’s a great way to give back to the community and spend time with a fun group of people.

Rangely Community Resource Pantry Hours: Mondays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the first and third Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Gentleman’s Group meeting every Tuesday at 9 a.m. at the Meeker Recreation Center lounge. Adults 55+, stop by for refreshments and conversation. ERBM Recreation and Park District 970-878-3403.

Children’s Story Hour Wednesdays at 10 a.m. at the Meeker Public Library.

Foot Clinic. Pioneers Hospital Home Health Foot Clinic will be at MVCC on the second Wednesday of each month, to trim toenails of anyone who has trouble with the task. 290 4th St. Please call PMC Home Health 970-878-9265 to schedule an appointment. Thank you.

Real-Tea Roundtable. Join real estate expert Suzan Pelloni for helpful hints on buying and selling property. The first Wednesday of the month at 7:30 a.m. at Wendll’s.

Quilting Group. Tuesdays from 2-9 p.m. at WREA’s Kilowatt Korner. All are welcome. Come during hours that fit your schedule. Bring your sewing machine and project. Making personal and comfort quilts for the Walbridge Wing and hospice care.

Game Day for adults 55+ on Wednesdays at 9 a.m. in the Meeker Recreation Center lounge. No game day Dec. 25 or Jan. 1. Stop by for refreshment, conversation and a game of cards.

The VFW, American Legion and their Auxiliaries will meet the second Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at 290 4th St. For further information call 970-878-5326.

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