Oct 09 Friday
Our Future Is a Healthy Environment
The West is at a crossroads with scarce resources, but our imagination and capacity to come together and solve problems is unlimited. Join us for a film series and conversations on energy, water, agriculture, and climate that honor the past, respect the present, and take responsibility for the future.
Panel discussion will take place before each film.
Locations and Times:September 2nd - Happening - Paradise Theatre - 7pmSeptember 11th - The White House Effect - Paradise Theatre - 7pmSeptember 23rd - Common Ground - Bill Heddles Recreation Center - 6pmOctober 17th - Watershed - Grand Mesa Arts and Events Center- 7pm
https://bit.ly/healthyenvironmentfilmseries
Oct 10 Saturday
Please join us for a special morning with local author David Padilla, author of "Crossing More Than Just Borders."
In this moving and personal story, David shares his experience of crossing the border as a child and growing up here on the Western Slope. His journey offers a unique perspective on family, belonging, childhood, and the experiences that shape who we become.
David will be reading selections from his book, sharing a glimpse into his journey and experiences. Copies of "Crossing More Than Just Borders" will also be available for purchase and signing.
Come meet David, listen to his story, purchase a signed copy, and enjoy a meaningful morning of stories, conversation, and community.
Everyone is welcome!
Election Anxiety? Ballot Confusion?
Join North Fork Indivisible at the Lazy J Coffee Shop in Crawford on Saturday, October 10th.
We'll help demystify those numerous ballot measures and serve up some local candidates to address your concerns. Including a spokesman for CD3 candidate, Dwayne Romero.
Get ready to VOTE EARLY!
**If there is inclement weather, we'll move to The Boardwalk
Oct 12 Monday
Representatives from The League of Women Voters will offer information about voter registration, voting procedures, and civic participation at the Hotchkiss Library on Mondays from 3pm to 5pm and on Wednesdays 10:15am to 12:30pm, throughout the month of October, beginning October 10th.
Attendees can ask questions, learn how to access reliable, nonpartisan voting information, and receive assistance finding resources related to their voter registration and voting status.
This program is open to adults age 18 and older.
Oct 13 Tuesday
MONTHLY WELCOME HOME ALLIANCE VETERAN’S COFFEE @ THE SHERBINOEvery Branch. Every Era. Every Ability. Offering coffee, donuts and camaraderie. Mike Trickey and April Heard will be there bringing information to you on topics such as: Navigating the VA, Housing, Jobs, Volunteer Opportunities, community resources, VA benefits, recreation and mental health. For more information or to offer support (products or monetary), call 970-765-2210 or visit https://www.whafv.org/
MONTHLY WELCOME HOME ALLIANCE VETERAN’S COFFEE @ THE SHERBINOFree for All Veterans
Every Branch. Every Era. Every Ability. Offering coffee, donuts and camaraderie. Mike Trickey and April Heard will be there bringing information to you on topics such as: Navigating the VA, Housing, Jobs, Volunteer Opportunities, community resources, VA benefits, recreation and mental health. For more information or to offer support (products or monetary), call 970-765-2210 or visit https://www.whafv.org/
Oct 14 Wednesday
Sally Bridgham, local craftsperson and museum volunteer, will demonstrate the ancient art of spinning wool into yarn. Sally will discuss types of fiber, the history of spinning, how it works, and why! We will even have an antique spinning wheel on display, generously on loan from the Hotchkiss Crawford Historical Society. Attendees will have a chance to ask questions and to create their own short piece of yarn to take with them.