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Thursday, July 17
Arts & Entertainment
• The Rifle Elks Club, 501 W. 5th St., hosts progressive bingo every Thursday that is open to the public. Early bird is at 6:30 p.m., regular bingo at 7:30 p.m. Info: 625-2195.
Children
• Storytime is hosted by the Rifle Public Library, 107 E. 2nd St., every Wednesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Join in for a story, then a simple craft. 625-3471, riflelibraryfriends.org.
Meetings
• Alpine Legal Services presents a “Do-it-Yourself” divorce class at the Garfield County Courthouse in Glenwood Springs from 1-4 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month. All of the necessary documentation and information required to complete your divorce process is provided. Info: 945-8858.
• Attorneys volunteer for Thursday Night Bar to provide 15-minute private consultations at 5 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at the Garfield County Courthouse in Glenwood Springs. Info: 945-8858.
Friday, July 18
Arts and Entertainment
• Burning Mountain Festival —35th annual Burning Mountain Festival in New Castle offers fun for all ages. July 18-20. This year’s theme is “Mardi Gras ‘08.” Needed are food vendors, kayak and raft racers, participants for the Irene Frigge bed race and the parade. Info: newcastlechamber.org.
• The Rifle Senior Center, 50 Ute Ave., hosts senior bingo every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Info: 625-1877
Farmer’s Market
• Downtown Rifle — The third annual Rifle Farmer's Market on East Second Street, 4-8 p.m. through Sept. 28. Along with live music, around 12 vendors feature everything from fruits and vegetables to locally-made wine, jewelry, massage and crafts. New this year is a tent with tastings by the Tasty Tomato restaurant, ice shavings from Icy Treats and craft projects for the kids by the city's parks and recreation district. Those interested in renting space should contact Helen Rogers at 274-6147.
Meeting
• Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, open discussion every Friday at 1530 A Railroad Ave. (Back of Wells Fargo), Rifle, from noon; Young People’s Alcoholics Anonymous meeting every Friday at same location from 5:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous, Spanish-speaking every Friday at same location from 7 p.m.; Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, Wild Bunch, every Friday, Baptist Church, 650 Grand Avenue, Silt, from 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 19
Arts and Entertainment
• Burning Mountain Festival —35th annual Burning Mountain Festival in New Castle offers fun for all ages. July 18-20. This year’s theme is “Mardi Gras ‘08.” Needed are food vendors, kayak and raft racers, participants for the Irene Frigge bed race and the parade. Info: newcastlechamber.org.
Education
• The Colorado Department of Wildlife will sponsor a bowhunter education course today and tomorrow. Classroom instruction will take place at the RE-1 school district building in Glenwood Springs. Classes will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days. An outdoor class will be held on Sunday to cover hands -on subjects specific to bowhunting. There is a $10 fee. Preregistration is not required. Info: 945-7274.
Meeting
• Parachute Alcoholics Anonymous group meets every Saturday at Methodist Church annex, 137 Hallet St., from noon.
Sunday, July 20
Arts and Entertainment
• Burning Mountain Festival —35th annual Burning Mountain Festival in New Castle offers fun for all ages. This year’s theme is “Mardi Gras ‘08.” Needed are food vendors, kayak and raft racers, participants for the Irene Frigge bed race and the parade. Info: newcastlechamber.org.
• The Rifle Moose Lodge #1345, 133 E. 3rd St. hosts progressive bingo every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. that is open to the public. Info: 625-5508.
Education
• The Colorado Department of Wildlife will sponsor a bowhunter education course. Classroom instruction will take place at the Re-1 school district building in Glenwood Springs. Class will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. An outdoor class today will cover hands -on subjects specific to bowhunting. There is a $10 fee. Preregistration is not required. Info: 945-7274.
Meetings
• Open Alcohol Anonymous meeting, every Sunday at the New Castle Rec. Center, Main Street (Breakfast at 9:00), New Castle from 10 a.m.
• Open women’s Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, first Sunday of each month, 5 p.m., 1530 A Railroad, Rifle (Back of Wells Fargo).
Monday, July 21
Arts and Entertainment
• Texas hold ‘em — Every Monday, Grand Valley Pub, Parachute at 7 and 9 p.m. Info: 285-9616
Class
• Advocate Safehouse Project offers support groups for women in a current or past abusive relationship from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Lovell Building, next to the Methodist Church in Rifle. No charge. Free childcare. Info: 945-2632.
Deadline
• Deadline to apply for Rifle Workforce housing lottery. Two deed-restricted homes to be sold to Rifle residents who work in the city or within a 15-mile radius. Info: Garfield County Housing Authority, 625-3589.
Health
• The Garfield County Public Health Department hosts free and fast cholesterol screening, blood pressure checks, weight and body mass index and sugar levels on the first and third Mondays of every month from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at 195 W. 14th St. in Rifle. Info: 625-5200.
Meetings
• Compassionate Friends — Nonprofit self-help bereavement support organization for families who have experienced the death of a child meets on the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Christ Community Church, 20351 Highway 82, Basalt.
• Narcotics Anonymous - Open discussion, every Monday at 761 Birch (7th & Birch), St. Mary Catholic Church, Rifle from 7 p.m.; Alcoholics Anonymous, Spanish-speaking, every Monday at same location from 7 p.m.; Parachute Alcoholics Anonymous group meets every Monday at Methodist Church annex, 137 Hallet St., Parachute from 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 22
Meetings
• Anvil Points Quilt Guild: Business meeting, first Tuesday of the month, 1 p.m. Work meetings, third and fifth Tuesdays, 1 p.m. and the second Wednesday at 7 p.m., Lovell Building, 200 E. 4th St., Rifle. Info: lkuersten@hotmail.com.
• Open Alcoholics Anonymous meeting every Tuesday at 1530 A Railroad, Rifle (Back of Wells Fargo) from 5:30 p.m.; Al-Anon every Tuesday at 761 Birch (7th & Birch) St. Mary Catholic Church, Rifle from 7 p.m.; Alteen every Tuesday at same location from 7 p.m.
Wednesday, July 23
Arts and Entertainment
• Roaring Fork Circuit AQHA show at the Garfield County Fairgrounds July 23-27 in Rifle will feature jumping, reining, barrel racing, cutting, roping and pole bending. Halter classes will judge horses on balance, muscling and breed characteristics. Info: Jacque Lynn Burris, 876-0653.
Meetings
• Back to Basics - Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, open discussion, every Wednesday at 761 Birch (7th & Birch) St. Mary Catholic Church, Rifle from 8 p.m.; Alcoholics Anonymous, Spanish-speaking, every Wednesday at same location from 7 p.m.
• Rifle City Council meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 202 Railroad Ave. Info/agendas: rifleco.org, 625-2121.
• Rifle Lions Club meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Crossroads Assisted Living, 375 W. 24th St. Info: 625-0411.
At the movies
• Through July 17: “Hancock,” rated PG-13. Starting at midnight July 17: “Batman: The Dark Knight,” rated PG-13. Admission 7 p.m. nightly, with Sunday-only matinee at 3 p.m. $7/adults, $6/children and seniors. Call to verify shows and times: 625-2323.
Upcoming
• July 25-26: Grand Valley Days rodeo and parade. Info: 285-7630.
• July 25-27: Carbondale Mountain Fair holds many competitive events. For the full schedule of events and music line-up go online at carbondalearts.com and click on the Mountain Fair icon on the left or call 963-1680.
• July 25-26: The White River National Forest and the Rio Blanco County Historical Society have partnered with other local groups and individuals to host the first annual Smoking River Pow Wow in Meeker. The event is free and appropriate for all ages. Bring a lawnchair and shade. The first grand entry will be Friday at 7 p.m. Food and craft vendors. Info: smokingriverpowwow.com or call the Blanco Ranger District in Meeker, (970)878-4039.
• July 31: All Karen Skelly Photography portrait sitting fees for the rest of the month will be donated to Summit Preschool for their relocation project. Call Karen at 625-3468 or visit karenskellyphoto.com.
• Aug. 2: Silt Heyday parade and celebration - children of all ages are invited to join Silt's Heyday Parade. Decorate your bikes, wagons, and scooters and join in on the fun. The theme this year is “Through the Eyes of Children.” Parade entry forms are available at Silt Town Hall or contact Peggy Swank at 876-5861 and request a form to be E-mailed or mailed to you. Bands include Heart of the Rockies. Come enjoy music and entertainment all day at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Silt. Info: 876-5801.
Booth spaces still available - forms at Silt Town Hall or call 876-5801.
• Aug. 11: Registration deadline for the inaugural Rifle Brewing Co./Sammy’s on Park Avenue benefit golf tournament set for Friday, Aug. 15 at Rifle Creek Golf Course. The tournament will benefit Rifle Junior Golf and entries are limited to 116 players. Info: Dan Currie, (970) 618-0850.
• Aug. 23: Parachute town ice cream social and historic story telling, Beasley Park, 2-4 p.m. Info: 285-7630.
• Aug. 30: Basalt Union/High School alumni committee is searching for all students and faculty who attended Basalt schools from 1934-1999. An all-school pot luck picnic is planned at Basalt High School from 1-4 p.m. Info: Leroy or Janice, (970) 927-3549.
• Sept. 10: Glover cabin dedication and Williams Production’s 100th anniversary, Battlement Mesa School House in the morning, Cottonwood Park in the afternoon.
• Sept. 27-28: Quilt show at historic Battlement Mesa School House. Info: 285-7630.
• Oct. 4: Parachute Chamber of Commerce October Fest, with fireworks, Cottonwood Park. Info: 285-7630.
• Nov. 15: Talented artists and crafters are needed for the United Methodist Women's Gingerbread Gift House holiday craft fair. Tables are $20. Call Karen Andruzak at 625-2779 to sign up.
Ongoing
• Animal Rescue Foundation is a volunteer group in the Roaring Fork Valley that works to save the lives of dogs, cats, puppies and kittens that are abandoned, abused, surrendered or face euthanasia because of overcrowded shelters. The group has no shelter, so they plan and attend events throughout the valley to find homes for the pets. The group also holds fundraisers to help pay for boarding costs and medical expenses. Consider volunteering your time or talent for a great case. Info: arf-colorado.com or call Peggy at 963-4562.
• The West Garfield County Landfill, 0075 County Road 246, nine miles west of Rifle, is now open with summer hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week. Info: 625-2516.
• Rifle Rotary meets on Tuesday at 7 a.m. at Fiesta Guadalajara, 1214 Access Rd. Visitors and guests are welcome. Info: 625-3043
• The Rifle Christian Fellowship Food Bank, 1252 County Road 294, is open Monday at 10 a.m. and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. The food bank runs on donations and is for anyone struggling to make ends meet. Info: 625-2306.
• Mothers of Preschoolers meet the first and third Tuesday at Rocky Mountain Baptist Church from 9-11:30 a.m. All mothers of children birth through kindergarten are welcome. Cost: $10 per meeting or $16 per month. Childcare provided. Info: rifleMOPS@hotmail.com or call Vanessa at 285-2051.
• Planned Parenthood’s Women’s Wellness Connection program will provide free cancer screening for low-income uninsured and underserved Colorado women. Info: www.pprm.org
• Anvil Points Quilt Guild meetings are held throughout the month at the Lovell Building, 200 E. 4th St. in Rifle. Business meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at 1 p.m. Work meetings are held the third and fifth Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. and the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. Info: lkuersten@hotmail.com.
• Volunteers are needed at LIFT-UP’s food pantry and thrift store, 800 Railroad Ave., Rifle. Info: 625-4496.
• Meals On Wheels are available for senior citizens through the Grand River Hospital District. Info/donations: 625-6423.
• A wide variety of volunteer positions are open in both Rifle and Battlement Mesa through the Grand River Hospital District. Info: 625-6423.
• Learn how to “Take Pounds Off Sensibly” with the local TOPS chapter in Rifle. Info: Sharon Kivisto, 625-2215, tops.org.
• If you or someone you know has multiple sclerosis, the Western Slope office of the National MS Society is just a phone call away. Info: (800) FIGHT MS. Grand Junction number: (970) 241-8975 or (800) 371-2667.
• American Legion Post 78 is looking for new members. Men and women who served in any of the Armed Forces are welcome to join, or present members can transfer. Info: Commander Jan Detwiler, 625-9240; Senior Vice Commander Jay Miller, 625-8382; Adjutment Gene Hollenbeck, 625-2290; Finance Officer Ralph Koehler, 625-5457.
• Child Find provides developmental information to parents, offers free screening and evaluations for children of all ages. Info: Adrianna Chavez, 625-6802.
• Learn the railroad history of the Roaring Fork, Colorado, Crystal and Fryingpan River valleys at the Glenwood Springs Railroad Museum and gift shop. Open Friday-Monday, noon-4 p.m., 413 7th St., (east wing of Amtrak station). Info: 945-7044, glenwoodrailroadmuseum.org.
• Deadline July 1, 2009 Masterpieces of Colorado Tour will fund a dance tour that celebrates Colorado’s unique cultural heritage. Applicants are sought who can develop and implement a statewide dance tour that will acquaint Coloradoans with the best of their cultural and artistic legacy, with performances that are artistically, historically and culturally significant and in some way highlights and celebrates the evolution of dance and choreography as it relates to Colorado. Proposed programs may focus solely on a particular choreographer, style, tradition, or subject area relevant to our state or region. The tour must include related educational and interpretive components. The Colorado Council on the Arts will award one grant between $50,000 to $55,000, which requires a one-to-one match, 50 percent of which must be in cash. To apply, go to coloarts.org.
Every week
On Thursdays
Arts & Entertainment
• The Rifle Elks Club, 501 W. 5th St., hosts progressive bingo every Thursday that is open to the public. Early bird is at 6:30 p.m., regular bingo at 7:30 p.m. Info: 625-2195.
• Alpine Legal Services presents a “Do-it-Yourself” divorce class at the Garfield County Courthouse in Glenwood Springs from 1-4 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month. All of the necessary documentation and information required to complete your divorce process is provided. Info: 945-8858.
• Attorneys volunteer for Thursday Night Bar to provide 15-minute private consultations at 5 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at the Garfield County Courthouse in Glenwood Springs. Info: 945-8858.
Meetings
• Compassionate Friends — Nonprofit self-help bereavement support organization for families who have experienced the death of a child meets on the second Thursday of each month, 7-9 p.m. United Methodist Church, 809 Park Ave., Meeker, CO, 81641
On Fridays
Arts & Entertainment
• The Rifle Senior Center, 50 Ute Ave., hosts senior bingo every Friday at 1:30 p.m.
On Mondays
Meetings
• Compassionate Friends — Nonprofit self-help bereavement support organization for families who have experienced the death of a child meets on the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Christ Community Church, 20351 Highway 82, Basalt.
• Garfield County Commission meets the first three Mondays of each month at 8 a.m. at the county annex, 108 8th St., room 100, Glenwood Springs. Info: 945-1377, garfield-county.com.
Class
• Advocate Safehouse Project offers support groups on Mondays for women in current or past abusive relationships in Rifle from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Lovell Building, next to the Methodist Church in Rifle. No charge. Free childcare. Info: 945-2632.
Screening
• The Garfield County Public Health Department hosts free and fast cholesterol screening, blood pressure checks, weight and body mass index and sugar levels on the first and third Mondays of every month from 9-4 p.m. at 195 W. 14th St. in Rifle. Info: 625-5200.
On Tuesdays
Classes
• La Leche League — breast-feeding support group. Older children welcome. Second Tuesday at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1630 Grand Ave., Glenwood Springs at 9:30 a.m. Info: 945-6726, 945-9754
• An incest and sexual-abuse survivors group meets on Tuesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at Hidden Views Counseling, 227 W. 4th St. in Rifle. Info: Ellen Klement, 404-0274.
Meetings
Alateen meetings — St. Mary Catholic Church at 7th and Birch in Rifle, use back entrance, www.al-anon.alateen.org
• Compassionate Friends — Nonprofit self-help bereavement support organization for families who have experienced the death of a child meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 1425 N. 5th Street, Grand Junction, across from Grand Junction High School.
• Rifle’s American Legion Post 78 and Ladies Auxiliary meets at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month at the Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home, 851 E. 5th St. Info: Post Commander Jan Detwiler, 625-9420.
• Rifle Rotary meets every Tuesday at 7 a.m. at Fiesta Guadalajara, 1214 Access Road. Visitors and guests welcome. Info: June, 625-3043.
• Senior lunch -every Tuesday, 12 p.m., Rifle Senior Center, 50 Ute Ave. Info: 625-1366
On Wednesdays
Meetings
• Rifle City Council meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month at Rifle City Hall Council Chambers, 202 Railroad Ave. Info/agendas: rifleco.org, 625-2121.
• Rifle Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month at the Crossroads Assisted Living, 375 W. 24th St. Info: 625-0411.
Arts & Entertainment
• The Rifle Elks Club, 501 W. 5th St., hosts progressive bingo every Thursday that is open to the public. Early bird is at 6:30 p.m., regular bingo at 7:30 p.m. Info: 625-2195.
Children
• Storytime is hosted by the Rifle Public Library, 107 E. 2nd St., every Wednesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Join in for a story, then a simple craft. 625-3471, riflelibraryfriends.org.
Meetings
• Alpine Legal Services presents a “Do-it-Yourself” divorce class at the Garfield County Courthouse in Glenwood Springs from 1-4 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month. All of the necessary documentation and information required to complete your divorce process is provided. Info: 945-8858.
• Attorneys volunteer for Thursday Night Bar to provide 15-minute private consultations at 5 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at the Garfield County Courthouse in Glenwood Springs. Info: 945-8858.
Friday, July 18
Arts and Entertainment
• Burning Mountain Festival —35th annual Burning Mountain Festival in New Castle offers fun for all ages. July 18-20. This year’s theme is “Mardi Gras ‘08.” Needed are food vendors, kayak and raft racers, participants for the Irene Frigge bed race and the parade. Info: newcastlechamber.org.
• The Rifle Senior Center, 50 Ute Ave., hosts senior bingo every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Info: 625-1877
Farmer’s Market
• Downtown Rifle — The third annual Rifle Farmer's Market on East Second Street, 4-8 p.m. through Sept. 28. Along with live music, around 12 vendors feature everything from fruits and vegetables to locally-made wine, jewelry, massage and crafts. New this year is a tent with tastings by the Tasty Tomato restaurant, ice shavings from Icy Treats and craft projects for the kids by the city's parks and recreation district. Those interested in renting space should contact Helen Rogers at 274-6147.
Meeting
• Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, open discussion every Friday at 1530 A Railroad Ave. (Back of Wells Fargo), Rifle, from noon; Young People’s Alcoholics Anonymous meeting every Friday at same location from 5:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous, Spanish-speaking every Friday at same location from 7 p.m.; Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, Wild Bunch, every Friday, Baptist Church, 650 Grand Avenue, Silt, from 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 19
Arts and Entertainment
• Burning Mountain Festival —35th annual Burning Mountain Festival in New Castle offers fun for all ages. July 18-20. This year’s theme is “Mardi Gras ‘08.” Needed are food vendors, kayak and raft racers, participants for the Irene Frigge bed race and the parade. Info: newcastlechamber.org.
Education
• The Colorado Department of Wildlife will sponsor a bowhunter education course today and tomorrow. Classroom instruction will take place at the RE-1 school district building in Glenwood Springs. Classes will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days. An outdoor class will be held on Sunday to cover hands -on subjects specific to bowhunting. There is a $10 fee. Preregistration is not required. Info: 945-7274.
Meeting
• Parachute Alcoholics Anonymous group meets every Saturday at Methodist Church annex, 137 Hallet St., from noon.
Sunday, July 20
Arts and Entertainment
• Burning Mountain Festival —35th annual Burning Mountain Festival in New Castle offers fun for all ages. This year’s theme is “Mardi Gras ‘08.” Needed are food vendors, kayak and raft racers, participants for the Irene Frigge bed race and the parade. Info: newcastlechamber.org.
• The Rifle Moose Lodge #1345, 133 E. 3rd St. hosts progressive bingo every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. that is open to the public. Info: 625-5508.
Education
• The Colorado Department of Wildlife will sponsor a bowhunter education course. Classroom instruction will take place at the Re-1 school district building in Glenwood Springs. Class will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. An outdoor class today will cover hands -on subjects specific to bowhunting. There is a $10 fee. Preregistration is not required. Info: 945-7274.
Meetings
• Open Alcohol Anonymous meeting, every Sunday at the New Castle Rec. Center, Main Street (Breakfast at 9:00), New Castle from 10 a.m.
• Open women’s Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, first Sunday of each month, 5 p.m., 1530 A Railroad, Rifle (Back of Wells Fargo).
Monday, July 21
Arts and Entertainment
• Texas hold ‘em — Every Monday, Grand Valley Pub, Parachute at 7 and 9 p.m. Info: 285-9616
Class
• Advocate Safehouse Project offers support groups for women in a current or past abusive relationship from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Lovell Building, next to the Methodist Church in Rifle. No charge. Free childcare. Info: 945-2632.
Deadline
• Deadline to apply for Rifle Workforce housing lottery. Two deed-restricted homes to be sold to Rifle residents who work in the city or within a 15-mile radius. Info: Garfield County Housing Authority, 625-3589.
Health
• The Garfield County Public Health Department hosts free and fast cholesterol screening, blood pressure checks, weight and body mass index and sugar levels on the first and third Mondays of every month from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at 195 W. 14th St. in Rifle. Info: 625-5200.
Meetings
• Compassionate Friends — Nonprofit self-help bereavement support organization for families who have experienced the death of a child meets on the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Christ Community Church, 20351 Highway 82, Basalt.
• Narcotics Anonymous - Open discussion, every Monday at 761 Birch (7th & Birch), St. Mary Catholic Church, Rifle from 7 p.m.; Alcoholics Anonymous, Spanish-speaking, every Monday at same location from 7 p.m.; Parachute Alcoholics Anonymous group meets every Monday at Methodist Church annex, 137 Hallet St., Parachute from 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 22
Meetings
• Anvil Points Quilt Guild: Business meeting, first Tuesday of the month, 1 p.m. Work meetings, third and fifth Tuesdays, 1 p.m. and the second Wednesday at 7 p.m., Lovell Building, 200 E. 4th St., Rifle. Info: lkuersten@hotmail.com.
• Open Alcoholics Anonymous meeting every Tuesday at 1530 A Railroad, Rifle (Back of Wells Fargo) from 5:30 p.m.; Al-Anon every Tuesday at 761 Birch (7th & Birch) St. Mary Catholic Church, Rifle from 7 p.m.; Alteen every Tuesday at same location from 7 p.m.
Wednesday, July 23
Arts and Entertainment
• Roaring Fork Circuit AQHA show at the Garfield County Fairgrounds July 23-27 in Rifle will feature jumping, reining, barrel racing, cutting, roping and pole bending. Halter classes will judge horses on balance, muscling and breed characteristics. Info: Jacque Lynn Burris, 876-0653.
Meetings
• Back to Basics - Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, open discussion, every Wednesday at 761 Birch (7th & Birch) St. Mary Catholic Church, Rifle from 8 p.m.; Alcoholics Anonymous, Spanish-speaking, every Wednesday at same location from 7 p.m.
• Rifle City Council meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 202 Railroad Ave. Info/agendas: rifleco.org, 625-2121.
• Rifle Lions Club meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Crossroads Assisted Living, 375 W. 24th St. Info: 625-0411.
At the movies
• Through July 17: “Hancock,” rated PG-13. Starting at midnight July 17: “Batman: The Dark Knight,” rated PG-13. Admission 7 p.m. nightly, with Sunday-only matinee at 3 p.m. $7/adults, $6/children and seniors. Call to verify shows and times: 625-2323.
Upcoming
• July 25-26: Grand Valley Days rodeo and parade. Info: 285-7630.
• July 25-27: Carbondale Mountain Fair holds many competitive events. For the full schedule of events and music line-up go online at carbondalearts.com and click on the Mountain Fair icon on the left or call 963-1680.
• July 25-26: The White River National Forest and the Rio Blanco County Historical Society have partnered with other local groups and individuals to host the first annual Smoking River Pow Wow in Meeker. The event is free and appropriate for all ages. Bring a lawnchair and shade. The first grand entry will be Friday at 7 p.m. Food and craft vendors. Info: smokingriverpowwow.com or call the Blanco Ranger District in Meeker, (970)878-4039.
• July 31: All Karen Skelly Photography portrait sitting fees for the rest of the month will be donated to Summit Preschool for their relocation project. Call Karen at 625-3468 or visit karenskellyphoto.com.
• Aug. 2: Silt Heyday parade and celebration - children of all ages are invited to join Silt's Heyday Parade. Decorate your bikes, wagons, and scooters and join in on the fun. The theme this year is “Through the Eyes of Children.” Parade entry forms are available at Silt Town Hall or contact Peggy Swank at 876-5861 and request a form to be E-mailed or mailed to you. Bands include Heart of the Rockies. Come enjoy music and entertainment all day at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Silt. Info: 876-5801.
Booth spaces still available - forms at Silt Town Hall or call 876-5801.
• Aug. 11: Registration deadline for the inaugural Rifle Brewing Co./Sammy’s on Park Avenue benefit golf tournament set for Friday, Aug. 15 at Rifle Creek Golf Course. The tournament will benefit Rifle Junior Golf and entries are limited to 116 players. Info: Dan Currie, (970) 618-0850.
• Aug. 23: Parachute town ice cream social and historic story telling, Beasley Park, 2-4 p.m. Info: 285-7630.
• Aug. 30: Basalt Union/High School alumni committee is searching for all students and faculty who attended Basalt schools from 1934-1999. An all-school pot luck picnic is planned at Basalt High School from 1-4 p.m. Info: Leroy or Janice, (970) 927-3549.
• Sept. 10: Glover cabin dedication and Williams Production’s 100th anniversary, Battlement Mesa School House in the morning, Cottonwood Park in the afternoon.
• Sept. 27-28: Quilt show at historic Battlement Mesa School House. Info: 285-7630.
• Oct. 4: Parachute Chamber of Commerce October Fest, with fireworks, Cottonwood Park. Info: 285-7630.
• Nov. 15: Talented artists and crafters are needed for the United Methodist Women's Gingerbread Gift House holiday craft fair. Tables are $20. Call Karen Andruzak at 625-2779 to sign up.
Ongoing
• Animal Rescue Foundation is a volunteer group in the Roaring Fork Valley that works to save the lives of dogs, cats, puppies and kittens that are abandoned, abused, surrendered or face euthanasia because of overcrowded shelters. The group has no shelter, so they plan and attend events throughout the valley to find homes for the pets. The group also holds fundraisers to help pay for boarding costs and medical expenses. Consider volunteering your time or talent for a great case. Info: arf-colorado.com or call Peggy at 963-4562.
• The West Garfield County Landfill, 0075 County Road 246, nine miles west of Rifle, is now open with summer hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week. Info: 625-2516.
• Rifle Rotary meets on Tuesday at 7 a.m. at Fiesta Guadalajara, 1214 Access Rd. Visitors and guests are welcome. Info: 625-3043
• The Rifle Christian Fellowship Food Bank, 1252 County Road 294, is open Monday at 10 a.m. and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. The food bank runs on donations and is for anyone struggling to make ends meet. Info: 625-2306.
• Mothers of Preschoolers meet the first and third Tuesday at Rocky Mountain Baptist Church from 9-11:30 a.m. All mothers of children birth through kindergarten are welcome. Cost: $10 per meeting or $16 per month. Childcare provided. Info: rifleMOPS@hotmail.com or call Vanessa at 285-2051.
• Planned Parenthood’s Women’s Wellness Connection program will provide free cancer screening for low-income uninsured and underserved Colorado women. Info: www.pprm.org
• Anvil Points Quilt Guild meetings are held throughout the month at the Lovell Building, 200 E. 4th St. in Rifle. Business meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at 1 p.m. Work meetings are held the third and fifth Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. and the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. Info: lkuersten@hotmail.com.
• Volunteers are needed at LIFT-UP’s food pantry and thrift store, 800 Railroad Ave., Rifle. Info: 625-4496.
• Meals On Wheels are available for senior citizens through the Grand River Hospital District. Info/donations: 625-6423.
• A wide variety of volunteer positions are open in both Rifle and Battlement Mesa through the Grand River Hospital District. Info: 625-6423.
• Learn how to “Take Pounds Off Sensibly” with the local TOPS chapter in Rifle. Info: Sharon Kivisto, 625-2215, tops.org.
• If you or someone you know has multiple sclerosis, the Western Slope office of the National MS Society is just a phone call away. Info: (800) FIGHT MS. Grand Junction number: (970) 241-8975 or (800) 371-2667.
• American Legion Post 78 is looking for new members. Men and women who served in any of the Armed Forces are welcome to join, or present members can transfer. Info: Commander Jan Detwiler, 625-9240; Senior Vice Commander Jay Miller, 625-8382; Adjutment Gene Hollenbeck, 625-2290; Finance Officer Ralph Koehler, 625-5457.
• Child Find provides developmental information to parents, offers free screening and evaluations for children of all ages. Info: Adrianna Chavez, 625-6802.
• Learn the railroad history of the Roaring Fork, Colorado, Crystal and Fryingpan River valleys at the Glenwood Springs Railroad Museum and gift shop. Open Friday-Monday, noon-4 p.m., 413 7th St., (east wing of Amtrak station). Info: 945-7044, glenwoodrailroadmuseum.org.
• Deadline July 1, 2009 Masterpieces of Colorado Tour will fund a dance tour that celebrates Colorado’s unique cultural heritage. Applicants are sought who can develop and implement a statewide dance tour that will acquaint Coloradoans with the best of their cultural and artistic legacy, with performances that are artistically, historically and culturally significant and in some way highlights and celebrates the evolution of dance and choreography as it relates to Colorado. Proposed programs may focus solely on a particular choreographer, style, tradition, or subject area relevant to our state or region. The tour must include related educational and interpretive components. The Colorado Council on the Arts will award one grant between $50,000 to $55,000, which requires a one-to-one match, 50 percent of which must be in cash. To apply, go to coloarts.org.
Every week
On Thursdays
Arts & Entertainment
• The Rifle Elks Club, 501 W. 5th St., hosts progressive bingo every Thursday that is open to the public. Early bird is at 6:30 p.m., regular bingo at 7:30 p.m. Info: 625-2195.
• Alpine Legal Services presents a “Do-it-Yourself” divorce class at the Garfield County Courthouse in Glenwood Springs from 1-4 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month. All of the necessary documentation and information required to complete your divorce process is provided. Info: 945-8858.
• Attorneys volunteer for Thursday Night Bar to provide 15-minute private consultations at 5 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at the Garfield County Courthouse in Glenwood Springs. Info: 945-8858.
Meetings
• Compassionate Friends — Nonprofit self-help bereavement support organization for families who have experienced the death of a child meets on the second Thursday of each month, 7-9 p.m. United Methodist Church, 809 Park Ave., Meeker, CO, 81641
On Fridays
Arts & Entertainment
• The Rifle Senior Center, 50 Ute Ave., hosts senior bingo every Friday at 1:30 p.m.
On Mondays
Meetings
• Compassionate Friends — Nonprofit self-help bereavement support organization for families who have experienced the death of a child meets on the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Christ Community Church, 20351 Highway 82, Basalt.
• Garfield County Commission meets the first three Mondays of each month at 8 a.m. at the county annex, 108 8th St., room 100, Glenwood Springs. Info: 945-1377, garfield-county.com.
Class
• Advocate Safehouse Project offers support groups on Mondays for women in current or past abusive relationships in Rifle from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Lovell Building, next to the Methodist Church in Rifle. No charge. Free childcare. Info: 945-2632.
Screening
• The Garfield County Public Health Department hosts free and fast cholesterol screening, blood pressure checks, weight and body mass index and sugar levels on the first and third Mondays of every month from 9-4 p.m. at 195 W. 14th St. in Rifle. Info: 625-5200.
On Tuesdays
Classes
• La Leche League — breast-feeding support group. Older children welcome. Second Tuesday at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1630 Grand Ave., Glenwood Springs at 9:30 a.m. Info: 945-6726, 945-9754
• An incest and sexual-abuse survivors group meets on Tuesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at Hidden Views Counseling, 227 W. 4th St. in Rifle. Info: Ellen Klement, 404-0274.
Meetings
Alateen meetings — St. Mary Catholic Church at 7th and Birch in Rifle, use back entrance, www.al-anon.alateen.org
• Compassionate Friends — Nonprofit self-help bereavement support organization for families who have experienced the death of a child meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 1425 N. 5th Street, Grand Junction, across from Grand Junction High School.
• Rifle’s American Legion Post 78 and Ladies Auxiliary meets at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month at the Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home, 851 E. 5th St. Info: Post Commander Jan Detwiler, 625-9420.
• Rifle Rotary meets every Tuesday at 7 a.m. at Fiesta Guadalajara, 1214 Access Road. Visitors and guests welcome. Info: June, 625-3043.
• Senior lunch -every Tuesday, 12 p.m., Rifle Senior Center, 50 Ute Ave. Info: 625-1366
On Wednesdays
Meetings
• Rifle City Council meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month at Rifle City Hall Council Chambers, 202 Railroad Ave. Info/agendas: rifleco.org, 625-2121.
• Rifle Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month at the Crossroads Assisted Living, 375 W. 24th St. Info: 625-0411.
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