Bullets - Events for Oct. 16- 22, 2008 in Western Garfield County, Colorado

Unless noted otherwise, all phone numbers below are in the 970 area code

Thursday, Oct. 16

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.

Book Sale

• There is an ongoing book sale till the end of the year at the Rifle Public Library, every Thursday from 5-7:30 p.m. and every Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Rifle Friends of the Library have hundreds of donated books, with new ones arriving weekly. Info: 625-3471.

Classes

• Clogging Dance Class registration, sign up anytime now for beginner clogging lessons. Classes for middle schoolers and teens will be every Thursday from 4-5 p.m. at the New Castle Community Center. Info: Shonna at 984-2265 or go to clog@westernslopestompers.com.

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

• 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

• Hopeful Heart - Peer support group, 1 p.m. every Thursday, 1217 Howard Lane, Rifle. Info: 625-5761.

Senior Center Lunch

• Rifle Senior Center, lunch starts at noon. 60 and older: suggested $2.50 donation. Under 60, a $6 fee is required. Reservations are necessary for all, 24-hour prior reservation and cancellation notice, please. Menu for today: Chicken/cream sauce, mashed potatoes, salad/dressing, fruit parfait, bread sticks and butter. Info: 625-1366.

High School Sports

• Boys soccer (vs) Glenwood Springs @ 4 p.m.

• C, JV & varsity volleyball (vs) Eagle Valley @ 4:30, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 17

Arts and Entertainment

• The Rifle Senior Center, 50 Ute Ave., hosts senior bingo every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Info: 625-1877.

Meeting

• AA meeting, open discussion every Friday at 1530 Ste. A, Railroad Ave., Rifle, from noon;

Young People’s AA meeting every Friday at same location from 5:30 p.m. AA, Spanish-speaking every Friday at same location from 7 p.m.; AA meeting, Wild Bunch, every Friday, Baptist Church, 650 Grand Avenue, Silt, from 8 p.m.

Senior Center Lunch

• Rifle Senior Center, lunch starts at noon. 60 and older: suggested $2.50 donation. Under 60, a $6 fee is required. Reservations are necessary, 24-hour prior reservation and cancellation notice, please. Menu for today: Taco salad with all the fixins, a birthday surprise. Info: 625-1366.

High School Sports

• Softball state tournament

• Pep assembly @ RHS football field, 12:10 p.m.

• Homecoming parade 2:15 p.m.. Parade will start at 5th Street by RMS.

• Varsity football (vs) Battle Mountain at 7 p.m. Coronation during half-time.

Saturday, Oct. 18

Meeting

• The National Association of Royalty Owners will host a seminar entitled “Royalty Owners Protection” at 9 a.m. at the Garfield County Fairgrounds meeting room. Speakers will be Mary Ellen Denomy, CPA, of Rifle, and attorney Nathen Keever of Grand Junction.

• Parachute AA group meets every Saturday at Methodist Church annex, 137 Hallet St., from noon.

Pet supplies collecting

• Girl Scout Troop 254 will collect pet supplies for the Rifle Animal Shelter at Davidson Park from 9-11 a.m. Canned dog and puppy food, canned kitten food, dog toys, pigs' ears and rawhides, and clay cat litter all wanted. Info: 625-2212.

Rally

• A "Voices of the Valley" rally will be held at Sayre Park in Glenwood Springs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Voters and their families are encouraged to participate. At this celebration of the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution (right to freedom of speech and peaceably assemble; and the right to petition the government for a redress of grievances), there will be open microphone time for candidates and issue supporters. Free spaces are available for info tables so voters can learn about ballot issues. Everyone and all views are welcomed. Info: Leslie at 625-1797.







Rifle High School Homecoming

• DJ and pictures set-up @ 6 p.m. in the gym

• Homecoming dance 8 to 11 p.m. in the gym

High School Sports

• X-Country regionals.

• C, JV & V volleyball @ Battle Mountain 11, 12, & 1 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 19

Arts and Entertainment

• 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.

Meetings

• Open Breakfast AA meeting, every Sunday at the New Castle Recreation Center, Main Street from 9 a.m.

• Open women’s AA meeting, first Sunday of each month, 5 p.m., 1530 Ste. A, Railroad, Rifle.

Monday, Oct. 20 - Early Voting

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.

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.

• NA Open discussion, every Monday at 761 Birch, St. Mary Catholic Church, Rifle from 7 p.m.; AA, Spanish-speaking, every Monday at same location from 7 p.m.; Parachute AA group meets every Monday at Methodist Church annex, 137 Hallet St., Parachute from 7 p.m.

High School Sports

• RHS JV football @ Battle Mountain 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 21

Classes

• Clogging Dance Class Registration-sign up anytime now for beginner clogging lessons. Classes for second to fourth graders will be every Tuesday from 4-5 p.m. at the Apple Tree Community Center. Info: Shonna at 984-2265 or visit clog@westernslopestompers.com.

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 AA meeting every Tuesday at 1530 Ste. A Railroad, Rifle from 5:30 p.m.; Al-Anon every Tuesday at 761 Birch St. Mary Catholic Church, Rifle from 7 p.m.; Alateen every Tuesday at same location from 7 p.m.

Senior Center Lunch

• Rifle Senior Center lunch starts at noon. 60 and older: suggested $2.50 donation. Under 60, a $6 fee is required. Reservations are necessary, 24-hour prior reservation and cancellation notice, please. Menu for today: Swiss steak with tomatoes in sauce, potatoes, carrot coins, rye bread and oatmeal cookies. Info: 625-1366.

Wednesday, Oct. 22

Classes

• Clogging Dance Class Registration-sign up anytime now for beginner clogging lessons. Classes for children 3.5 years to first grade will be every Wednesday from 5-6 p.m. at the Apple Tree Community Center in New Castle and adults every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Apple Tree Community Center. Info: Shonna at 984-2265 or clog@westernslopestompers.com.

Flu Shots

• Walk-in schedule, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Battlement Mesa, Willow Park Apartments, 1230 W. Battlement Pkway. Cost: $20/adults, 19 and older, and $10/children (Medicare and Medicaid accepted). Info: 625-5200, ext. 8122.

Meetings

• Back to Basics - AA meeting, open discussion, every Wednesday at 761 Birch, St. Mary Catholic Church, Rifle from 8 p.m..

• An introductory discussion on cohousing will be held at the Silt Community Hall from 7-9 p.m. Cohousing is a socially-oriented, sustainable, cooperative, intentional neighborhood community planned and managed by its own membership. It is comprised of smaller living units with a large community recreation center that houses common amenities, such as guest rooms, offices, workshop, laundry, community dining room. Info: James Belling, 384-1122.

• Rifle City Council meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 202 Railroad Ave. Info: rifleco.org, 625-2121.

At the movies

• Through Oct. 16: “Space Chimps.” Starting Oct. 17: “Eagle Eye,” rated G, $7/adults,

$6/children and seniors. 7 p.m. nightly plus a 3 PM matinee Sunday. Call to verify shows and times: 625-2323.

Upcoming

• Oct. 25: Walk-in flu shots schedule, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Carbondale Ace Hardware, 1011 Hwy. 133 (by City Market) and at Fred’s Hardware, 1733 Railroad, Rifle (next to Family Dollar). Cost: $20/adults, 19 and older, and $10/children (Medicare and Medicaid accepted). Info: 625-5200, ext. 8122.

• Oct. 28: 1st annual Rifle Cub Scout Pack 223 cake auction, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Garfield County Fairgrounds, fundraiser, cakes of all designs to be auctioned off. Proceeds will benefit Rifle Pack 223. 6:30 p.m., cake judging and viewing; 7 p.m., cake auction starts. Boys first-fitth grade interested in Cub Scouts, please plan to attend a question and answer session to begin at 6 p.m. Info: riflepack223@comcast.net, (719) 661-3968.

• Oct. 29: Walk-in flu shots schedule, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Garfield County Public Health Office, 2014 Blake (by Glenwood Springs City Market) and at Fred’s Hardware, 1733 Railroad, Rifle (next to Family Dollar). Cost: $20/adults, 19 and older, and $10/children (Medicare and Medicaid accepted). Info: 625-5200, ext. 8122.

• Oct. 30: Walk-in flu shots schedule, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Downtown Drug, 825 Grand Ave., Glenwood Springs. Cost: $20/adults, 19 and older, and $10/children (Medicare and Medicaid accepted). Info: 625-5200, ext. 8122.

• Oct. 31: The Rifle Branch Library hosts their fall costume parade from 10:30-11:30 a.m. The parade is for preschool age and under children. They walk through Rifle City Hall, then continue onto East Third Street. Space is limited, so please pre-register by calling or stopping by the library at 107 E. 2nd St. Info: Amy, 625-3471.

• Oct. 31: Application deadline for the 18th annual Winterfest Exhibit at Glenwood Springs Center for the Arts. All types of artwork and crafts are accepted: paintings, fine art, photography, food selections, pottery, poetry, and crafts of all types are encouraged; Nov. 10 - artists can drop off artwork and crafts at the Center for the Arts; Nov. 14 - exhibits open to the public; Nov. 15 - artist reception; Dec. 18 - exhibit ends, and artists can collect remaining arts and crafts. Applications can be picked up at Glenwood Springs Center for the Arts, 601 E. 6th St., Info: 945- 2424.

• Nov. 4: Election Day - walk-in flu shots available at all polling places: 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Carbondale Rec. Center (next to town hall); 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Glenwood Springs Community Center; 7 a.m.-12 p.m., New Castle Community Center; 1 p.m.-7 p.m., Silt Fire Station; 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Rifle City Hall; 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Battlement Mesa Activity Center.

• Nov. 6: Walk-in flu shots schedule, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Garfield County administration building, 108 8th St., Glenwood Springs and 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Garfield County Health and Human Services building, 195 W. 14th St. (across from City Market), Rifle. Cost: $20/adults, 19 and older, and $10/children (Medicare and Medicaid accepted). Info: 625-5200, ext. 8122.

• Nov. 8: Walk-in flu shots schedule, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Glenwood Springs Mall, 51027 Hwy. 6 & 24; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. , Garfield County Health and Human Services building, 195 W. 14th St. (across from City Market), Rifle. Cost: $20/adults, 19 and older, and $10/children (Medicare and Medicaid accepted). Info: 625-5200, ext. 8122.

• Nov. 15: Talented artists and crafters are needed for the United Methodist Women's Gingerbread Gift House holiday craft fair. Tables are $20. Info: Karen Andruzak, 625-2779.

• Nov. 20: Brush & Palette Art Club Meeting, Club Members Holiday Luncheon, to be determined. Info: 256-0259.

• Dec. 13: 12th annual Holly Days and Parade of Lights. Info: 625-3245 x 16772.

• Dec. 18: Brush & Palette Art Club Meeting, 1 p.m., Critique paintings by David Cook, The Art Center, 1803 N. 7th St., Grand Junction. Info: 256-0259.



Ongoing

• Glenwood Springs Basketball Officials Association is looking for men or women to officiate high school basketball for the upcoming fall-winter-spring basketball season. Officials are compensated for officiating and their travel time. Classes are at the Glenwood Springs High School, room 2104 at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays until Nov. 3. Info: Bill Beasley at (970) 471-0934.

• Lunch & Learn series, sponsored by Grand River Hospital District, held the second Thursday of every month at the Grand River Medical Center classroom. Info: 625-6439.

• Clogging Dance Class Registration—sign up anytime now for beginner clogging lessons. Classes for children 3 1/2 years to first grade will be on Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m. at the Apple Tree Community Center in New Castle, second to fourth graders will be on Tuesdays from 4-5 p.m. at the Apple Tree Community Center, middle schoolers and teens will be on Thursdays from 4-5 p.m. at the New Castle Community Center, and adults on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at the Apple Tree Community Center. Info: Shonna at 984-2265 or clog@westernslopestompers.com.

• 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. 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. * NOTICE: Starting Nov. 2, the landfill will no longer be open on Sundays. Info: 625-2516.

• Rifle Rotary meets on Tuesdays 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: 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.