Small business workshop this Friday
MEEKER | The Meeker Chamber of Commerce will host a small business workshop Friday, May 8, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.: “Bookkeeping Bootcamp” (Helen Roe). $35 registration includes lunch. Contact the Meeker Chamber of Commerce 970-878-5510 for details.
MRC closed May 4-25 for HVAC replacement, cleaning and maintenance
MEEKER | Meeker Recreation Center will be closed May 4-25 for HVAC replacement, pool and fitness room improvements, deep cleaning, and general maintenance. Because this year’s closure is longer than usual to accommodate these projects, all active memberships will be extended by one month. Summer hours will resume Tuesday, May 26. Learn more and follow shutdown progress at erbmrec.com/news or call 970-878-3403.
Smithsonian Exhibit opens May 15
MEEKER | The White River Museum will host the Smithsonian traveling exhibit “Americans” during May and June 2026. An opening reception will be held Friday, May 15 at 6 p.m. Community members and media are invited to attend. Representatives from History Colorado will be present, along with Mark Wing, a Ute Mountain Ute elder, who will share personal perspectives connected to the exhibit. The exhibit explores what it has meant to be American through history and invites reflection on identity, values, and civic life.
Meeker Heritage Club meets May 19 at the Library
MEEKER | The Meeker Heritage Club will meet May 19 from 10-11 a.m. at the Meeker Public Library community room. The program includes a museum presentation, local history and discussion. The group meets the third Tuesday of each month. Open to ages 15 and older.
BLM presentation on responsible camping May 20
MEEKER | Learn about responsible camping on public lands during a presentation by the Bureau of Land Management on May 20 from 4-5 p.m. at the Meeker Public Library community room. Open to ages 13 and older.
MACC Community Theater auditions Tuesday, May 26
MEEKER | The MACC Community Theater will present Finding Neverland as its 2026 summer musical, with auditions set for Tuesday, May 26, at the Meeker High School auditorium. The production tells the origin story of playwright J.M. Barrie and the inspiration behind Peter Pan, following his friendship with a widow and her four children as he overcomes writer’s block. The show explores themes of creativity, loss and imagination, with opportunities for a large ensemble cast. Auditions are open to students entering ninth grade through adults. Those interested in lead roles should prepare a song and a short monologue. Women are asked to prepare “All That Matters” from the show, while men may choose a song of their preference. Participants not seeking lead roles may still sign up to be part of the cast. Rehearsals will be held Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. For more information, contact Shana Holliday at 970-987-9299.
Crafternoon rescheduled to May 28
MEEKER | The Meeker Regional Library has scheduled its May Crafternoon to May 28 from 3–5 p.m. The featured activity will be “cloud dough” slime, with participation limited to 11 people; reservations are required and can be made by phone (970-878-5911) or in person. Additional craft options will be available for unlimited participants.
Grazing workshop planned June 6
MEEKER | A hands-on grazing workshop aimed at helping ranchers manage drought and wildfire conditions is set for June 6 at the 4M Ranch near Meeker. “In the Field with Jim Gerrish,” led by grazing expert Jim Gerrish, runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will cover practical strategies to improve rangeland health and profitability. The event includes a morning session and afternoon field tour. Hosted by the White River and Douglas Creek conservation districts, the cost is $35 and includes meals. Space is limited; call 970-878-9838 to register.
Butterfly Experience series in June
MEEKER | The Meeker Public Library will host a “Butterfly Experience” series June 1, 8, 15 and 22 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the community room. Participants will observe caterpillars transform into butterflies, with a release planned June 22. Open to all ages. Call 970-878-5911 to register.
Library collecting recipes for cookbook
MEEKER | Stop by the library to pick up a Recipe Form, or drop an email request to [email protected] for a digital version.