Beach Pool Party Thursday, January 15
MEEKER | Cure the winter blues at ERBM Recreation & Park District’s Beach Pool Party! Thursday, January 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Meeker Rec Center Pool. All pool rules and normal MRC drop-in fees apply. Members: FREE
Tots 0-2: FREE
Kids 3-12: $4/each
Youth 13-17: $5/each
Adults 18-61: $7/each
Seniors 62+: $5/each
Towel Rentals: $1/each with collateral (see Front Desk).
January drop-in meetings for landowners affected by the Lee and Elk Fires
MEEKER | The White River Conservation District invites landowners affected by the Lee and Elk Fires to stop by our drop-in community meetings on the Thursdays of Jan. 15, 22, and 29, from 1-4 p.m. at the District office, 345 7th St. in Meeker (no appointment needed). Staff will be on hand to visit about three wildfire recovery assistance programs for ditch cleaning, diversion infrastructure improvements, and reseeding with simple, one-page applications available on site for anyone interested. These programs are made possible through the District in partnership with local producers, agencies, and recovery funders.
Historical Society Annual Meeting Jan. 18
MEEKER | The annual meeting of the Rio Blanco County Historical Society is planned for Jan. 18 at 1 p.m. at the Heritage Culture Center on Park in Meeker. Lunch will be provided and Ron Hilkey will be signing copies of his book, “Two Gone Guys”. Copies will be available for purchase at the door!
Virtual Fencing on Working Lands
RBC | Landowners and grazing permittees are invited to join the White River/Douglas Creek Conservation Districts for an informational community meeting about virtual fencing (VF) options on Thursday, Jan. 29, 6 p.m. at Kilowatt Korner. Join state/federal/local agencies and virtual fence manufacturer representatives to discuss VF basics, partner funding opportunities, program experiences and rangeland applications.
Short Stories & Snacks Club Jan. 24
MEEKER | The Meeker Public Library Short Stories & Snacks Club is the book club for people who don’t have time to read. We will be reading The Lady, or the Tiger? by Frank R. Stockton. Copies of the story are available at the library, at www.gutenberg.org, or you can read it or listen to it on hoopla. We will meet at the Meeker Public Library on Saturday, Jan. 24, at 11 a.m. Snacks will be served.
Conservation Districts’ annual meeting
MEEKER | Save the date and mark your calendar! Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, will be the annual meeting for the White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts. More information to come.
Crafternoons at the Library Jan. 30
MEEKER | Create quirky meme buttons, personalized merch, fun logos, or unique designs. For teens and tweens age 10-18 on Jan 30 from 3-5 p.m.
Cardboard Derby rescheduled to February 14
MEEKER | Due to a lack of snow, ERBM Recreation & Park District’s annual Cardboard Derby has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 14.
Community First Aid Courses in February and April
MEEKER | ERBM Recreation & Park District is hosting two American Red Cross Community First Aid classes. Learn essential First Aid, CPR, and AED skills to respond confdently to emergencies at any time. Upon completion, you will receive American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and AED Certifications. February Class: Saturday, Feb. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Meeker Rec Center (101 Ute Rd.). Register by Feb. 2.
Adult Open Gym Pickleball Mondays and Wednesdays
MEEKER | Join ERBM Recreation & Park District for indoor pickleball ERBM Recreation & Park District for indoor pickleball during the winter months! Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Admin Gym (555 Garfield Street, use parking lot door). Ages 18+. Punch Pass required – $1/person/use. Get your Punch Pass at Meeker Rec Center (101 Ute Road) or call 970-878-3403.