Fire Preparedness Day at Meekerpalooza
MEEKER | The Conservation Districts and Forest Health Partners invite the community to a free Fire Preparedness Bootcamp for Landowners on Friday, July 17, from 5-7 p.m. on the Courthouse lawn. Topics include defensible space, home hardening, chainsaw and fire extinguisher safety, slash management and more. Smokey Bear and a fire truck will also be on site. The event is held with Meekerpalooza and the White River Electric Member Appreciation Event. Call 970-878-9838 for information.
RBC Historical Society Social Sunday
MEEKER | The Rio Blanco County Historical Society is hosting an ice cream social for its quarterly gathering this Sunday, July 19 at 6 p.m. in the courtyard between the White River Museum and the Garrison on Park St. You’re welcome to bring a dessert to share.
Meeker Heritage Club July 21
MEEKER | The July theme for the Meeker Heritage Club meeting July 21 at 10 a.m. in the Meeker Public Library community room is Meeker Businesses. Open to all persons 15 years or older.
White River Alliance potluck July 22
MEEKER | Come join the White River Alliance and bring a friend! July’s meeting will be a potluck dinner at Circle Park with complimentary beverages provided. It will be a fun evening of talking about the organization’s work, plans and meeting new prospective members and volunteers. The date is July 22 at 5:30 p.m.
Library seeking cookbook recipes
MEEKER | Meeker Public Library is collecting recipes for a community cookbook. Submit recipes at the library or email [email protected] with your name and phone number.
Splash & Dash Youth Triathlon Aug. 8
MEEKER | ERBM is launching its First Annual Splash & Dash Youth Triathlon on Saturday, Aug. 8. Designed for kids ages 6–12, this event offers a fun, friendly introduction to multisport events. Race distances will be grouped by age and safety equipment is mandatory for participants. Find additional details and sign up today at erbmrec.com/splashdash. Call 970-878-3403 with any questions.
Walking Club Wednesday mornings
MEEKER | Step into the summer sunshine with ERBM’s new Walking Club, meeting every Wednesday morning through Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to noon (meet at the MRC Upper Parking Lot). This free activity is open to adults (18+) to help you get some healthy movement and enjoy great conversation while exploring
Meeker.
Geezer Gather Tuesdays through Aug 4
MEEKER | Gentlemen aged 62 and older are invited to drop by the Meeker Recreation Center for Geezer Gather, a weekly social meetup Tuesdays from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in the MRC Lounge. Enjoy coffee or tea, fresh donuts, and good old-fashioned conversation with fellow local seniors. Free to attend!
July Open Gyms
MEEKER | Keep the kids active indoors this July with ERBM’s Open Gym sessions.
• Tiny Open Gym (ages 1–4 with parent/caregiver): Tuesdays from July 7–28, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Admin Gym
• Little Open Gym (Ages 4–6): Thursdays, July 9–30 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Admin Gym
• Youth Open Gym (Ages 7–10): Thursdays, July 9–30 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Meeker Elementary School
• Youth Open Gym (Ages 11–15): Fridays, July 10–31 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Meeker Elementary School.
Open Gyms are $1 per person per use. Family Punch Passes are available at the Meeker Recreation Center Front Desk or by calling 970-878-3403.