The miniature Christmas village in the window of the Meeker Public Library’s meeting room is absolutely charming. Be sure to stop by for a look, as this picture shows just a portion of the entire display.
It’s the last edition of the year, and what a year it has been! (Print copies will go out in the mail and to stores on Friday morning.) This week kicked off with news that FEMA funding for fire recovery has been denied. It wasn’t the Christmas message anyone was hoping for.
On another note, we are sold out of copies of Ron Hilkey’s book, “Two Gone Guys” and the next order is not due to arrive until the end of January. For whatever reason, wholesale orders have no options for shipping speed, but retail orders get here in less than a week. If you are hoping to have a copy in time for the book signing at the Heritage Culture Center on Jan. 18, please order directly from Amazon, or come by the Herald office before Jan. 5 and preorder.
Here’s to a very merry Christmas for all of you, and a new year filled with grace and kindness all around. Thank you, all of you, for your continued support of the Herald. We appreciate you!
🚵 MAMBA Meeting – Jan. 5
Meeker Area Mountain Biking Association meets Monday, Jan. 5 at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall.
🔥 Wildfire Recovery Drop-Ins – Jan. 8, 15, 22 & 29
Landowners affected by the Lee & Elk Fires can stop by 1–4 p.m. Thursdays at the White River Conservation District office (345 7th St.). No appointment needed.
📚 Library Book Club – Jan. 12
Discuss The Personal Librarian on Monday, Jan. 12 at 1 p.m. at the Meeker Public Library. New members welcome.
🥣 Empty Bowls Fundraiser – Jan. 13
Join the annual Empty Bowls event Tuesday, Jan. 13, 5–7 p.m. at MHS (before the Rangely/Meeker games). Proceeds benefit PMC Meals on Wheels.
🍲 Cookbook Potluck Club – Jan. 14
New library program! First meeting Wednesday, Jan. 14 at 5:30 p.m. Featured cookbook: The Soup Book.
💧 Four States Irrigation Council – Jan. 14–15
Annual meeting focused on regional water issues, Jan. 14–15 in Northglenn. Public welcome.
📖 Short Stories & Snacks – Jan. 24
Read The Lady, or the Tiger? and meet Saturday, Jan. 24 at 11 a.m. at the library. Snacks included!
🎖️ Veterans Event Sponsors Needed
Sponsors sought for the Meeker Veterans Community Center Bull Riding Concert & Gala on May 24, 2026. Proceeds support veteran services.
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