Jim Harmon Memorial Muzzleloader Shoot April 26
Meeker | The Meeker Sportsman’s Club is hosting the annual Jim Harmon Memorial Muzzleloader Shoot. Join us at the MSC range on April 26. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. – $10 entry fee. Open to all experience levels and there will be prizes! For more information visit meekercoloradosportsmansclub.com/muzzleloader-fun-shoot.
Mother’s Day Special!
MEEKER | The Rio Blanco Cattlewomen are hosting a free Mother’s Day drawing at Clark’s Market on Wednesday, May 7. Sign up starts May 1. Two $50 gift certificates for purchase of beef and two swag bags. Come by for meatballs and dips from 11 a.m. to 2 pm. on May 7.
Come work on the trails May 2-4
MEEKER | MAMBA, the BLM and ERBM Recreation and Park District will be doing a volunteer work weekend on the mornings of May 2,3,4. Come join the crew and help get the trails cleaned up and ready for a long summer of adventure. The BLM and ERBM will have extra tools. Some drinks and snacks will be provided. Bring your backpack and work gloves and meet at the Hill Street Ute Park trail entrance at 8 a.m.
Free Fire Preparedness Bootcamp for Landowners May 10
MEEKER | Saturday, May 10, 10-2 p.m. (lunch included) the CR 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.
Join the Memoirs Club
MEEKER | Do you have a life story to tell, but don’t know how to start? Wednesdays, from 9–10:30 a.m. at the Fairfield Center (200 Main St.) in the Senior Room. For more info and guidelines call 970-326-5060. Free! Space is limited, so reserve yours today.
Library Book Club May 12
MEEKER | The Meeker Public Library Book Club is excited to announce our next read: “The Lonely Hearts Book Club” by Lucy Gilmore. We will be meeting at the Meeker Public Library on Monday, May 12, at 1 p.m. to discuss the book. If you’d like to participate or read the book on your own, extra copies are available to check out at the library.
Glenwood Springs Gondola and Cave Tour May 12
MEEKER | Plan ahead to join ERBM Recreation & Park District on a trip to Glenwood to enjoy the gondola and Glenwood Caverns Monday, May 12. Cost: $65/person (includes transportation and entry fee). Cost of lunch is the responsibility of the participant. Ages 18 and up. Get your tickets at erbmrec.com/glenwoodtrip
Small business and start-up advice
MEEKER | Northwest Colorado Development Council will be hosting an opportunity expo on May 13 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the business center. Looking for advice on growing or starting your small business or career advice during the coal transition? Join us for the Opportunity Expo to speak with community partners, hear about opportunities and programs, and network to support your next steps.
Rio Blanco Stockgrowers Association Annual Banquet May 17
MEEKER | Mark your calendars for the Rio Blanco Stockgrowers on Saturday, May 17 at the 4-H Community Center (not the Fairfield!). Social hour starts at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. Tickets $60/ea and will be available at select businesses (stay tuned for locations and additional pricing for Casino Night) Prime rib dinner (by Meeker Cafe), a dessert dash, poker games (non-cash prizes available for the top three winners), live and silent auctions, and a FFA Labor Auction all in support of the Rio Blanco Stockgrowers Association and Meeker FFA Chapter. Contact Tristan at [email protected] with any questions.
