Art exhibition at Meeker Library
MEEKER | The Meeker Public Library is thrilled to invite you to view artwork dedicated to our resident cat, Books, crafted by the talented students of the Meeker High School College Drawing Class! The art exhibition will run Oct. 21-25 in the Library Community Room.
Open House for T Rose Etc. this Friday
MEEKER | Stop by 336 8th St. on Friday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. for an Open House celebration of the new location and services provided by T Rose Etc.
Express creativity at Ashleigh Christie’s
MEEKER | On Saturday, Oct. 26, join Coleen Dewey for an ornament-making project using Stampin’ Up supplies from a kit for $30. Visit Ashleigh Christie’s at Heritage for class details and take advantage of a sale on Halloween decor and Museum store items.
Historical Society Bingo Oct. 26
MEEKER | The Rio Blanco County Historical Society is hosting its monthly bingo fundraiser at the Fairgrounds this Saturday, Oct. 26. Doors open at 6 p.m. $1 per sheet or $5 for six sheets.
Come to the next library board meeting
MEEKER | Friends of the Library invites the public to the next board meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024 at 5:30 p.m at the Meeker Public Library.
‘May the Forest Be With You Always’ Poster Judging Contest at Streamline Oct. 28-31
MEEKER | This competition celebrates ‘Stewardship Week’ hosted by the White River Conservation District and the National Association of Conservation Districts. The Barone Middle School sixth-grade students created posters with the theme of promoting forest conservation. You choose the final three to win cash prizes with the winner going to state finals. Pick your favorite at Streamline Realty (600 Main) during the week and during Pumpkins, Eats n’ Treats downtown on Thursday, Oct. 31.
Pumpkins, Eats N’ Treats downtown in Meeker on Oct. 31
MEEKER | Join ERBM to celebrate Halloween! Trick-or-treating begins at the Downtown Plaza at 4:30 p.m. Oct. 31, followed by a costume parade. Parade categories include three and under, 4-7 years, 8-11 years, 12+ years, family/group/duo and pets. Local businesses, please call 970-878-7421 to reserve your booth space! Additional details at erbmrec.com/pet
Non-lethal Wolf Conflict Reduction Training Nov. 4
MEEKER | You are invited to an upcoming interagency training session on Nov. 4 in Meeker. The main focus of this training is to educate the public and producers on effectively handling encounters with wolves. The training session will be Nov. 4, 2024, from 6-9 p.m. at the Rio Blanco Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall #2 835 Sulphur Creek Rd. Register by Nov. 1 at https://tinyurl.com/yc8wjpsc.
Attention Archers!
MEEKER | The Meeker Sportsman’s Club is hosting indoor archery practice shoots beginning Thursday, Nov. 7 from 6-8 p.m. through the winter (except Thanksgiving) in the 4-H building at the RBC Fairgrounds. Practice and have some fun! Bring your own bow, arrows, paper target and pins. Targets may be available for purchase. $10 per person for non-members of the Meeker Sportsman’s Club, $5 per person for members. Kids 16 and under shoot free. For more information contact Matt Franks at 330-988-0112.
Meeker Library Book Club Nov. 11
MEEKER | The Meeker Public Library book club is reading “Brave the Wild River” by Melissa L. Sevigny. We will meet to discuss the books at the Meeker Public Library on Monday, Nov. 11, 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!
Rangely Craft Show Dec. 7
RANGELY | Save the date for the third annual Rangely Craft Show and Bazaar, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the EEC Building (402 W. Main St.).
Candy donations for the Wing trick-or-treaters
MEEKER | Residents at the Walbridge Wing are ready to welcome trick-or-treaters for Halloween. If you can donate a bag of candy to the Wing for them to distribute, please drop donations off at the Walbridge Wing in Meeker.
