Town Hall with Lukens, Roberts
MEEKER | Meghan Lukens and Dylan Roberts will be in Meeker on Wednesday, June 28 from 5-6 p.m. at the Meeker Library. They will take this opportunity to share what was accomplished during the legislative session. Attendees will have a chance to ask questions. Come and stay informed.
Summer Solstice Festival at The TANK
RANGELY | Mark your calendars to visit The Tank for the Summer Solstice Festival June 23-25 in sound and song. Composer/performer Ben Neill, the inventor of the Mutantrumpet, a hybrid electro-acoustic instrument, will perform on Friday at 8 p.m. Buy tickets online here. Bay Area music scene giant Beth Custer brings her clarinets, including the big bass one, along with her voice, percussion and toys to the 2023 Solstice Festival on Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets for Custer’s performance are available here. Sunday, June 25 at noon the women of Sound Circle, an 18-voice a cappella women’s vocal ensemble will perform a free concert. The Tank Center for Sonic Arts is located at 233 CR 46 in Rangely, Colorado.
Jon Wangnild Memorial Family Fun Shoot July 4
MEEKER | The Meeker Sportsman’s Club and Colorado Parks and Wildlife are hosting the Jon Wangnild Memorial Family Fun Shoot from 8 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, July 4 at the Meeker Sportsman’s Club Shooting Range (2553 Sulphur Creek Rd. approximately 1.4 miles past the end of the pavement — follow the signs.) Try your hand at archery, pistols, rifles and muzzleloaders, free! Bring the whole family for some fun. All equipment, ammunition and assistance provided. For information call Scott at 970-756-9599 or John at 970-878-3456.
Glenwood Springs rafting trip July 6
MEEKER | “I’m melting, I’m melting!” Be assured, there will be no witches aboard on this wet and wild raft trip. Sign up early for this day long trip departing July 6 at 9:30 a.m. from the ERBM Recreation Center parking lot. Transportation is included in the $70 early bird pricing. The price includes the guided raft trip and transportation to Glenwood. If we still have seats available after June 22, the price will be $80 per person. We will be stopping for lunch, so pack a lunch or bring money for lunch and snacks. We will be picnicking close to some fast food places. A water bottle would be a good idea too. Final registration deadline is June 29. Everyone must sign a liability waver. Don’t worry, we haven’t lost anyone yet! Brave youths from 12 to 18 years can come, but need a parent/guardian to sign the waiver. Dress for splashing water and wild paddling. Shorts, T-shirt, bathing suits, sport sandals, sunblock and a waterproof hat you don’t mind sacrificing to the river. Bring a set of clothes for the return trip. Wet seats are no fun! If you are not sure you are up to three hours of adventure, be aware we will be frolicking beautiful Glenwood Canyon waters in Class III and Class IV rapids. In case you are unfamiliar with the lingo, Class III rapids are full of thrills. Class IV can have more challenging stretches of river with big rocks for your raft guide to maneuver around and standing waves. You could get dunked, but be assured our experienced guide has your safety as his first priority. Safety vests will be provided, but dress for wetness.
Book club July 10
MEEKER | The Meeker Library book club book will be reading “The All-Girls Filling Station’s Last Reunion” by Fannie Flagg. We will discuss the book on Monday, July 10 at 1 p.m. All are welcome to join in the fun.
Free legal clinic
MEEKER | A free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney is set for Wednesday July 12, 2023, from 2-5 p.m. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions and explain the process and procedure for all areas of Colorado civil law, including family law, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law, small claims, veterans issues, and civil protection orders. Contact your Meeker Library at 970-878-5911 to be added to the sign-up sheet. Space is limited.
Milk Creek tour July 1, root beer floats July 4
MEEKER | The Rio Blanco County Historical Society is hosting a guided tour of the Milk Creek Battlefield Site on Saturday, July 1. Meet at the White River Museum (565 Park) at 9 a.m. to convoy to the site. The tour is free, but donations are accepted. On Tuesday, July 4, come get your root beer float for $5 at Streamline Realty (600 Main St.) downtown starting at 9:30 a.m. Proceeds support the maintenance of historic local schoolhouses.
