Calendar, County, News Notes

Community Calendar: May 30, 2024

The TANK

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


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. 


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).