Calendar, County, News Notes

Community Calendar: May 23, 2024

Meet the Republican candidates forum tonight in Meeker
RBC | Tonight! Thursday, May 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the Meeker Fairfield Center.


The TANK
RANGELY | Concerts at The TANK this summer:  May 25, Colorado Modular Synth Society, 8 p.m., free; June 10, Zara, 8 p.m., free; June 12, Rooster Blackspur — Davis Phinney Foundation Benefit. 


Help put up flags at Highland Cemetery for Memorial Day Friday, May 24
MEEKER | The public is welcome to join members of the local Veterans of Foreign Wars to put flags on graves at Highland Cemetery on Friday, May 24 at 9 a.m.


Pioneers Association meeting May 29
MEEKER | The RBC Pioneers Association Steering Committee will meet at 5:45 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29. The 112th-anniversary reunion dinner and dance will be held on Saturday, Aug. 10 at the 4-H Building. Please save the date. New members of the Steering Committee are invited to join this planning meeting to share ideas for improved events. There are no prerequisites for joining the association and all are invited. For more information, see the website rbcpioneers.org or the Facebook page or contact Co-Presidents Darold Nay and Solveig Olson via email at [email protected] or phone 970-878-5836. Please complete the event survey form at the above website to share your ideas and recommendations. We need your input. 


Food preservation classes June 1, 8
MEEKER | Learn about food preservation at the RBC Fairgrounds kitchen (700 Sulphur Creek Rd., Meeker). Jams, jellies and fruit spreads, June 1, 9 a.m. to noon, class fee $15. All things tomatoes, June 8, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m, class fee $25. Register at https://col.st/yi6NR or call 970-625-3969 ext. 1. 


Date Correction: Old Time Country Dance June 1 at Buford School
MEEKER | Enjoy an old time country dance on Saturday, June 1 at the Buford School House. Music by the Cimarron Band, sponsored by Mark and Callie Scritchfield. Light snacks provided, bring your own bottle, 7-11 p.m. Donations accepted for Buford School House. 


ERBM Run Club
MEEKER | Join the Run Club for a fun and slightly competitive series Tuesdays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 4 through Aug. 6. Moonlight runs scheduled for June 5 and July 23! All ages are welcome; runners under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult. Register by June 5 at erbmrec.com/register


Library book club meeting June 10
MEEKER | The Meeker Public Library book club is reading “The Paris Hours” by Alex George. We will meet to discuss the book at the Meeker Public Library on Monday, June 10, at 1 p.m. Extra copies are available for check out at the library if you would like to join in the fun. New members are always welcome!


Quilt raffle fundraiser June 15  
MEEKER | Ellen Reichert donated a quilt made by Kathy Sizemore with squares created by the late Hazel Rosenlund. Purchase tickets at the White River Museum where the quilt is currently on display. The raffle will be held June 15 during the annual fish fry at Buford School House (winner need not be present). Raffle tickets are $10 each or three for $20. Fish fry from 4-6 p.m. June 15.


Community meeting at Buford School House on June 18
MEEKER | Save the date: June 18, 6 p.m. at the Buford School House for a community meeting, open to the public to discuss improving forest health in the White River National Forest and adjoining private properties. Contact the White River Conservation District for more information. 970-878-9838.


CPW’s Cast, Blast & Twang June 22
MEEKER | Mark your calendars for the annual Colorado Parks and Wildlife Cast, Blast & Twang fishing, archery and shooting event on June 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Nine Mile Guest Ranch. Activities include .22 rifle and shotgun shooting, archery, fly fish casting, spin fishing and lunch. Free for all ages and persons interested in learning new outdoor skills. All gear, instruction and lunch provided. No previous experience or equipment needed (do not bring firearms, can bring your own fishing or archery equipment). Participants 16 and older need a current fishing license for fishing events. No pets allowed. Call 970-255-6181 to register (not required but appreciated).