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2017 Vol. 2 Issue 26

Delta County

Gunnison & Hinsdale Counties

La Plata & Montezuma Counties

Mesa County

Montrose County

Ouray County

San Miguel County

Out of the Area

By Janine Rusnak For the past three years, those who personally raise bees have been getting together to offer beekeeping advice to like-minded people. The Uncompahgre Valley Beekeepers Group meetings were organized by Montrose resi-dent Forest Frost. “This is more of a back-yard hobby,” Frost said, “it’s not really meant for commercial bee-keepers.” He said that it is pre-ferred that members have at least one active hive. There are about 50 mem-bers in the group. There are no officers and no dues and the group consists mainly of Mont-rose residents, but there are some from Ridgway and Ce-daredge. Since beekeeping is mainly a warm-weather hobby, the group does take off from meeting in December and Janu-ary. When they do get together, it’s more of a question & answer format. Frost said that sometimes there will be demonstrations or a member can share information they have come across. “We’re pretty informal,” Frost said.

Some members are new to beekeeping as a whole and learn what it takes to raise bees. They not only share information and pass advice, but they even share tools specific to the trade. “One of the tools used to collect honey is a extractor, and we allow other members to borrow it if they need to,” said Frost. The group currently meets once a month at the Montrose USDA office (102 Par Place) from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Those interested can attend a meet-ing. The next one is scheduled for Octo-ber 19. Meetings are held the third Thurs-day of the month. If you’d like to contact the group directly, you can reach Forest Frost at 970-275-6368 or

at bosquefrost@hotmail.com. Frost said ultimately the goal of the group “is to bring as many people into the hobby as we can.”

IT’S FUNNY IF YOU THINK ABOUT IT...

Beehive and honey image from honeyflow.com

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A ribbon cutting was held last week at the new Cerro Summit State Wildlife Area in Montrose. Photo courtesy of the Montrose Chamber of Commerce

Press Release MONTROSE COUNTY- An innovative pro-ject developed cooperatively by Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the city of Montrose has resulted in the establishment of a new state wildlife area for CPW and a new park for the city The Cerro Summit State Wildlife Area, a 162-acre parcel that includes a 40-acre reservoir, opened on Sept. 29. It’s lo-cated about 15 miles east of Montrose just off U.S. Highway 50. “This is a win-win-win for the public, the city and CPW,” said Renzo DelPiccolo, area wildlife manager in Montrose. “This is a great example of what can be done by some out-of-the-box thinking.” CPW operated Chipeta Lake State Wildlife Area, located just south of Mont

rose, for many years. As the city grew it became obvious that the Chipeta Lake par-cel would be more valuable as a park. Del-Piccolo proposed to Montrose leaders that the Chipeta Lake property could be turned over to the city in exchange for using the Cerro Summit area as a state wildlife area. City leaders and CPW negotiated an agreement that will protect the reser-voir’s water quality and keep the property in city ownership. The reservoir is the city’s emergency water supply. CPW will regu-late use at the state wildlife area, and the public will gain limited access to a property that has been closed. The agreement was signed in the fall of 2016. No money needed to be exchanged to complete the agreement.

Patt Dorsey, southwest regional manager for Colorado Parks and wildlife, praised the deal. “In the era we’re living in, we’re not going to get projects like this done unless we have great partnerships,” Dorsey said. “The city of Montrose has been a great partner; this wouldn’t have happened without the city’s leadership. We hope we can do more projects like this throughout Colorado.” Also helping to assure the success of the project was Montrose Mayor Judy Ann Files, State Senator Don Coram, Mont-rose County Commissioner Glen Davis, and the Bostwick Park Water Conservancy Dis-trict. The new wildlife area is open for

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COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE OPENS NEW STATE

WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MONTROSE

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fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing. To protect water quality, dogs are not al-lowed on the property. All fishing is catch-and-release by artificial lures and flies only. The reservoir was stocked last fall with fingerling tiger trout that have already grown to 12 inches. The property is also open to big-game and small game hunting dur-ing regular seasons. Because the area provides excellent winter range for deer and elk, and Gunnison-sage grouse habitat, the property will be

closed seasonally from Nov. 30 through March 31. DelPiccolo explained that state wildlife areas are managed differently than other public lands, such as U.S. Forest Service or BLM property. The areas are paid for by revenue from the sale of hunting and fishing licenses, and the properties are managed only for wildlife conservation and wildlife-related recreation. Access to Cerro Summit State Wildlife Area is by foot only; it’s an easy half-mile walk to the reservoir.

“At Cerro Summit we’re pro-tecting important wildlife habitat and providing an opportunity for people to hunt, fish and view wildlife in a beauti-ful setting,” DelPiccolo said. An entry sign is posted on the north side of U.S. Highway 50 at the entry that leads to the parking lot. The trail to the wildlife area is well marked. Visitors are asked to be sure to read the regulation signs before entering.

Press Release Delta-Montrose Electric Association (DMEA) is back again this year with a new and improved member apprecia-tion event. Just as they do every Octo-ber, the co-op is celebrating National Cooperative Month with something special just for members. This year, DMEA is inviting members to Member Appreciation Night at the Rec on Fri-day, October 13, from 4:00 p.m. to close at either the Montrose Communi-ty Recreation Center or Bill Heddles Recreation Center. “Every October we like to mark National Cooperative Month by doing something special just for our mem-bers. This year, we really wanted to focus on families because, at DMEA, we pride ourselves on being one big

co-op family. So, from our family to yours, thanks for being a member,” said Becky Mashburn, DMEA Market-ing Supervisor. DMEA members received a coupon in their September member newsletter which can be cut out and redeemed for free admission at the rec center of their choice on Friday, Octo-ber 13 starting at 4:00 pm. Coupons can also be picked up at either DMEA office during normal business hours. In addition to full access to each rec center, Members will also be treated to a free dinner of hot dogs, chips, cookies, and a drink while sup-plies last. DMEA has partnered with two local non-profits to help provide the meals.

“One of the most rewarding aspects of being a co-op is our focus on giving back to the community. It’s just the way co-ops do business. By partnering with the Black Canyon Boys and Girls Club and the Delta Lions Club, we’re able to add a little some-thing extra to our event and support these organizations that help our com-munities. We’ll be donating to each organization and we welcome dona-tions from the members as well,” said Mashburn. DMEA representatives will al-so be on hand to greet members and answer questions about the co-op and its fiber internet subsidiary, Elevate Fiber. For more information, follow the event listings on their Facebook page.

The gondola will close Sunday, October 15 at 12 a.m. for the fall off-season. The gondola will reopen,

November 17, 2017 through April 8, 2018.

CPW OPENS NEW WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MONTROSE (cont’d from page 2)

Many government

offices and financial

institutions

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Ingredients -6 eggs, hard boiled, peeled, & sliced in half -Black or purple food dye -Vinegar -Water -Ziplock bag -2 tablespoons mayonnaise -1 scant tablespoon mustard -1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce -Splash of hot sauce -Green gel food dye -Salt & pepper, to taste -Paprika and chia seeds, to garnish Instructions For Boiled Eggs 1. Boil eggs in a pot of water 2. Once eggs are completely cooked, remove from heat and run under cold water. 3. Gently crack the hard boiled eggs with a knife or by rolling them on the counter. 4. Place them in a ziplock bag. 5. Add food dye (of your choice, black or purple if possible) to ziplock bag. 6. Gently roll eggs to make sure they are fully coated. 7. Place in your refrigerator over night. 8. The next day, rinse eggs in vinegar, then peel completely. 9. Slice eggs in half. Instructions For Deviled Eggs 1. Place your cooked egg yolks in a small bowl & mash with a fork. 2. Stir in mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, green food dye, salt, & pepper. 3. Scoop the filling into the egg whit halves. 4. Sprinkle with paprika and/or chia seeds. Serves: 12

Photo & recipe courtesy of Parenting Chaos

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CEDAREDGE - SAT: 9a-1p (thru: 10/7) CORTEZ - SAT: 730a (thru: 10/28) CRESTED BUTTE - SUN: 10a-2p (thru: 10/8) DELTA - CLOSED FOR THE SEASON DURANGO - SAT: 8a-12p (thru: 10/28) FRUITA - CLOSED FOR THE SEASON FARM & RANCH MARKET - WED & SAT: 730a-12p GRAND JUNCTION - CLOSED FOR THE SEASON GUNNISON - SAT: 930a-1p (thru: 10/21) MANCOS - CLOSED FOR THE SEASON MOUNTAIN VILLAGE - CLOSED FOR THE SEASON MONTROSE - SAT: 9a-1p (thru: 10/28) NORWOOD - SAT: 9a-1p PALISADE - CLOSED FOR THE SEASON RIDGWAY - FRI: 10a-3p RIFLE - FRI: 4-8p TELLURIDE - CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

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Press Release Love soars to new heights in Colorado with romantic accommodations, gorgeous views, outstanding adventures and intimate experi-ences. From an off-the-grid stay in a backcountry yurt at the Tennessee Pass Yurts to taking in the sweeping views with mountain luxu-ry at the Broadmoor’s Cloud Camp or the Game Creek Chalet in Vail, Colorado offers a variety of romantic high altitude getaways.

Continued on page 7

The Tempter House is one of the highest

elevation homes in North America.

Photo credit: tellurideskiresort.com

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Cloud Camp, Cheyenne Mountain: 9,200 feet. The highest of the Broadmoor’s trio of wilderness properties is Cloud Camp, which sits 3,000 feet above the Broadmoor itself and offers 360-degree sweeping views of the plains, Pikes Peak and the Colorado Rockies. The property consists of 11 one-and two-bedroom guest cabins. There are also six accommodations in the lodge itself. Cloud Camp offers a private “honeymoon suite” boasting its own private porch and completely secluded mountain viewing area or the Fire Tower Suite - an actual two-story suite built atop the stone foundation of a historic fire tower. Game Creek Chalet, Vail: 10,500 feet. Nestled in the glades of the Game Creek Bowl atop Vail Mountain, this im-pressive offsite residence combines the peacefulness of complete seclusion with the usual comforts found onsite at a luxury resort. Located 2,000 feet above Vail Vil-lage, the four-bedroom, five-bathroom resi-dence boasts stunning mountain scenery, gourmet kitchen (with a private chef for an additional charge), an outdoor hot tub and ski-in, ski-out access. The Little Nell, Aspen: 7,808 feet. The Little Nell, Aspen’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel offers couples an unparalleled romantic getaway. Upon arrival to the newly renovated guest room or suite, the couple is pampered with a wel-come amenity. Couples can indulge in a cocktail made from the top-shelf liquor and martini shaker in the in-room wet bar, a

long bubble bath in the sunken tub or a dip in the heated outdoor pool or Jacuzzi under the stars with champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries. The Lodge at Breckenridge, Breckenridge: 10,200 feet. Nestled on a forested cliff, the Lodge at Breckenridge is a newly renovated 45-room lodge that of-fers rustic Colorado charm with spectacular million-dollar views of Boreas Pass, Breckenridge Ski Resort and the Tenmile Range. The lodge is located only 5 miles from historic downtown Breckenridge. In addition to the Lodge guest rooms, they also offer 2 spacious and cozy private luxu-ry homes for rent. Strawberry Park Hot Springs, Steamboat Springs: 7,000 feet. Couples can stay the night in a rustic cabin, repurposed train ca-boose, or a covered sheep herders wagon after a day spent in the varied temperature rock pools heated by the hot spring located on the mountainside above. Guest can in-dulge in a couples massage or Watsu next to the Hot Springs Creek or take a short drive to downtown Steamboat Springs for romantic dining options in the comfort of a cozy mountain town. Tempter House, Telluride Ski Resort: 12,000 feet. Perched atop a ridge in one of the most spectacular settings in the Rocky Mountains, Telluride Ski Resort’s Tempter House is one of the most unique and high-est elevation homes in North America. Lo-cated adjacent to the famous Gold Hill, the

home overlooks Telluride Ski & Golf Resort and the dramatic 2,000 vertical foot Tempt-er Chute. Amenities include steam shower, jacuzzi tub, pool table, Sub Zero applianc-es, ski-in/ski-out accommodations, log fire-places, feather beds, the finest linens and spectacular views from all rooms. Tennessee Pass Sleep Yurts: 10,423 feet. Just nine miles north of Leadville, the highest incorporated city in North America, is The Tennessee Pass Nordic Center, Cookhouse, and Sleep Yurts that offer a unique romantic experience. A mile-long ski, snowshoe or hike under the stars leads to a warm yurt and a four-course candle-light dinner followed by a night’s sleep in off-the-grid sleeping yurts with soapstone woodstoves, handcrafted log beds and down comforters. Trapper’s Cabin, Beaver Creek: 9,500 feet. Trapper’s Cabin is Beaver Creek’s ultra-luxurious, private, on-mountain lodge accessed by snowcat in winter, and by 4x4 Jeep in summer. It’s a seamless lodging experience that offers couples the oppor-tunity to stay at the true height of luxury. The property offers modern amenities, warm pine tones and open-beam ceilings, a floor-to-celling granite fireplace and over-sized windows to the alluring scenery in a mountain-paradise setting. Vista Verde Guest Ranch, Clark: 7,752 feet. Vista Verde Guest Ranch’s doting staff, “ranchy yet fancy" cuisine and cus-tomized excursions create a romantic win-

ter ranch stay. Situated in the Routt National Forrest, Vista Verde’s three- to seven-night, all-inclusive vacations include lodging, meals and activities such as sleigh rides, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snow biking, horseback riding, dog sledding, wine tasting and cooking classes. Ranch guests can make the 45-minute trek to Steamboat Ski Resort or relax from a private outdoor hot tub. Strater Hotel, Durango: 6,512 feet. An 1887 confection of white cornices, native red bricks and Gold Rush-era tales, the Strater Hotel in Durango is a romantic place to step back in time. Today, hand-painted wallpapers, velvet draperies and ornate stained glass re-create the original Victorian at-mosphere, and a fun night in the ragtime Diamond Belle Saloon shows couples why Western novel-ist Louis L’Amour always requested the room right above it.

The Strater Hotel in Durango was

built in 1887 for a mere $70,000.

Photo credit: Robert Brand

High Altitude Romance (cont’d from page 5)

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Press Release GRAND JUNCTION - The Grand Junction Fire Department has been awarded $247,027 through the Colorado EMTS Provider Grant to replace one of the eight ambulances currently in the fleet. On any given day, the GJFD am-bulances serve the EMS, medical transport, long distance transport, and event standby needs of just under 650 square miles. With 12,099 calls for EMS service last year alone, the fleet as a whole gets a lot of wear and tear. Normally, a city vehicle’s life expectancy is 10 years and 120,000 miles. With EMS calls up 35% over the last five years, GJFD is seeing ambulances’ life expectancies quickly diminish. Most of the ambulances in the GJFD fleet are less than seven years old and have a median of 117,790 miles on them. In the last fiscal year, City tax revenues were down and the department’s oper-ating budget decreased by 9%, so budgeting for a new ambulance in regu-larly allotted funds just wasn’t an option this year. EMS Chief Sheldon Kier said, “This year we had to get creative and find other sources of income to provide the care our community deserves. For-tunately, the City did have matching funds to help leverage the full power of this grant.” Since January of this year, GJFD ambulances have been in the shop 58 different times, often for costly

repairs like transmission maintenance and replacement. “It’s always concern-ing when we have no backup ambu-lances, or we have to borrow ambulanc-es from other departments because the normal fleet is in the shop for unex-pected repairs. At the end of the day these vehicles are wearing out much faster than we expected. Our life expec-tancy model can’t keep up with how fast our call volume is increasing.” In the year to come, the Grand Junction Fire Department is looking to replace two more ambulances. The new

ambulances that the department is con-sidering are larger, more rugged, and have a more powerful chassis to sus-tain the level of activity that the current vehicles are experiencing. By upgrading to the heavier-duty vehicles, GJFD hopes to extend the lifetime of the vehi-cles and avoid costly repairs currently seen by the fleet. For more information on the grant or GJFD ambulances, contact the Community Outreach Office at GJFirePIO@gjcity.org.

GJFD AWARDED GRANT TO HELP REJUVENATE AMBULANCE FLEET

GJFD has been awarded $247,027 and will use that money to replace one of their ambulances. Courtesy Photo

Press Release DENVER - From now on, the following forms for business transactions will be available as online filings only. These documents were previously required to be on paper.

• For Colorado Limited Liability Partnerships (LLP) and Limited Liability Limited Partnerships (LLLP) use the Statement of Change Changing the Entity Name form

• All entities needing to add an at-tachment to a filed document use Statement of Change to Add an Attachment

• For all Colorado entities needing to correct something in the com-pany name use Statement of Cor-rection Correcting the Entity Name. This includes adding or removing punctuation or correct-ing the capitalization of words and such.

Both statements of change still require a $10 filing fee. The fee for the correction statement remains at $150 for a paper transaction, but is reduced to $10 for an online filing. A year ago, Colorado Secre-tary of State Wayne Williams slashed

the fee for dissolving a Colorado busi-ness from $25 to $10. A year before that, Colorado became the first state in the country to offer for free business certification services online so custom-ers didn’t have to mail the office or visit it in person.

MORE BUSINESS FILINGS GO ONLINE AT COLORADO SECRETARY OF STATE

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Press Release New direct flights to and from Colora-do’s eight regional airports and expand-ed service on the Winter Park Express will provide skiers and riders from across the country easy and convenient travel options to their favorite Colorado ski resorts by train, plane or car this winter. The Amtrak Winter Park Ex-press, coming off a highly successful inaugural season, will offer expanded service for the 2017-18 ski season. The Winter Park Express will depart from Union Station in downtown Denver each Saturday and Sunday from Janu-ary 5 through March 25, plus three new “First Friday” round-trips, with a reduced fare of $29 each way on some departures. With more than 27 round-trip options and over 500 seats on each train, the Winter Park Express allows visiting skiers and riders to trav-el to Winter Park Resort without rent-ing or setting foot in a car. Colorado’s eight regional air-ports will offer new and expanded flights for the 2017-18 season. Steam-boat will feature new nonstop flights from Austin (AUS) and Kansas City (MCI) on ViaAir into Steamboat/Hayden (HDN) airport beginning Dec. 13, 2017. These additional flights will

bring Steamboat’s total direct air ser-vice to 14 major U.S. airports. Aspen Snowmass will have new daily nonstop flights through American Airlines from Phoenix Sky Harbor Inter-national Airport (PHX) starting this win-ter along with expanded service from both Dallas Ft. Worth (DFW) and Chi-cago O’ Hare (ORD). Telluride will offer increased ac-cess this winter through new American Airlines direct flights into Montrose-Telluride Regional Airport (MTJ) from

Charlotte Douglas International (CLT), Saturdays starting Dec. 23, 2017. Delta Airlines will operate new flights this win-ter from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Mont-rose-Telluride (MTJ) over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. Skiers and riders hoping to make it to ski areas in the southwest part of the state: Telluride, Silverton, Purgatory and Wolf Creek, will have another option from Denver (DEN) on a new Boutique Air flight servicing Ala-mosa San Luis Valley (ALS) with three daily non-stop flights with a round-trip as low as $100. Visitors can also access seven resorts within a two-hour drive of Den-ver (DEN), including Colorado Ski Country USA’s newest member resort, Echo Mountain. Only 35 miles or 50 minutes from downtown Denver, the Idaho Springs ski area offers six trails on 60 acres just a short drive from the Front Range. For a full list of flights into and out of Denver (DEN) servicing Colora-do’s eight regional airports and for di-rect flights into airports servicing all of Colorado Ski Country USA’s member resorts please visit coloradoski.com/traveling.

An airplane touching down

in Crested Butte.

Photo by Chris Segal

The Amtrak Winter Park

Express made its debut last

winter. Photo by Carl Frey

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MEETINGS & CONTINUOUS EVENTS - All Counties 2017 SUMMER CYCLING JAMBOREE-Presented by Brown Cycles (GJ), various days from March 1-Oct 13, see full schedule here. ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP-2nd & 4th Mondays at Montrose United Methodist Church, 1p. Locate other Western Slope Alzheimer’s support groups here. AMERICAN LEGION AMATEUR RADIO CLUB-Meets 1st Monday of each month at Friendship Hall (Montrose Fairgrounds), 6p, you are invited if you have an interest in amateur radio for communications, events, or as a hobby, call Larry at 209-1527 for more information. ARROWHEAD CLEANUP DAYS-Volunteers needed to keep the mountain beautiful, volunteers meet at the Firehouse at 9a on various days, get more details and the cleanup schedule here. ASTRONOMY EVENING PROGRAMS-Every Wednesday & Friday at Black Canyon of the Gunnison (South Rim) through Sept 29, weather permitting. BEER TASTING-Every Friday from 3-6p, held at House of Spirits in Montrose (1518 E. Main St.), must be 21+. BENEFITS APPLICATION ASSISTANCE CLINICS-Region 10, Senior Community Care PACE and the Center for Independence host free clinics to assist seniors or persons with a disability fill out applications to apply for benefits, people can also bring in letters they have received to get an explanation on what their letters mean. or what their benefits are. 2nd/4th Tuesday: 1-230p, 300 N. Cascade Ave., Montrose. Call the Amy Rowan for more information 970-765-3123. If you are unable to make the clinic call Senior Community Care PACE's Certified Application Site at 970-901-7768. BIBLICAL BEVERAGES-Meets the 3rd Sunday of each month at RnR Sportsbar (Montrose), hosted by Hillcrest Congregational UCC & Montrose UMC. BINGO HOSTED BY AMERICAN LEGION POST #24-Every Saturday & Sunday at the Bingo Connection on E. Main St. in Montrose, 7p. BLACK CANYON ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY EVENING PROGRAMS-Held every Wednesday & Friday May-Sept, evening-time, held at Black Canyon National Park, learn more about BCAS at www.blackcanyonastronomy.com. BOSOM BUDDIES SUPPORT GROUP-Every Wednesday, 12-1p at 645 S 5th St., Montrose. For more information email info@bosombuddiesswc.org. CAREGIVER SUPPORT & NETWORKING GROUP-Come and enjoy a safe, supported, resource filled, and confidential environment for Caregivers to learn from one another about the challenges and rewards of caring for Loved Ones with dementia, illness, or disability. Groups meet 130 to 230p the 1st Wednesday & the 3rd Thursday of every month, sponsored by Region 10 ADRC Cost: Free. Location: Region 10, 300 N. Cascade Ave., Montrose. For more information call Amy Rowan 970-765-3123. COLORADO GUN CLASS-Concealed carry classes held throughout the month at different locations, find out more at colorado.gunclass.com. COMMUNITY EDUCATION CENTER CLASSES-Held throughout the year on various days at various hours, get entire schedule here. CONVENIENT CARE CLINIC-830-10a, River Valley Family Heath Center, Montrose Location (100 Tessitore Court, Suite B), 970-497-3333. CRESTED BUTTE MONTHLY FILM SERIES-Every third Thursday of the month, you can purchase your tickets online or 1/2 before the show. CROSS ORCHARDS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES-Every 3rd Friday in May, June, July, Sept., & Oct., held at Cross Orchard’s Historic Barn, 7-9p, $25. DELTA COUNTY CANCER SUPPORT GROUP-Last Friday of every month at Delta Hospital (Mesa Lake Classroom), bring a sack lunch, 1130a. DELTA COUNTY WOMEN’S CONNECTION DINNER & PROGRAM-Every second Thursday of the month, event is an outreach of Stonecroft Minis-tries, 530p-7p, held at Delta Christian Church (795 1600 Rd.) $10, RSVP by calling/texting Carol at 970-201-6612. DINNER AND A MOVIE-Every Tuesday night you can get two people into a free movie at the Avalon Theatre (GJ), with a dinner receipt from a local restaurant that night. More details can be found here. DURANGO FLEA MARKET-Open every Sunday through Oct 29, 7a-3p, La Plata County Fairgrounds. FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP-1st & 3rd Wednesdays at Montrose Memorial Hospital (Conf. Rm. C ), 130p, call Laird @ 970-275-2138 or Glen @ 970-596-1496. FINAL FRIDAY FROLICS-Held the last Friday of June, July, Aug, Sept, & Oct throughout Paonia, Hotchkiss, & Crawford, from 4-8p, more info. FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK-CEDAREDGE-Every first Friday from 5-7p, downtown Cedaredge. FIRST FRIDAY-GUNNISON-Every first Friday of the month from 5-8p, downtown Gunnison. FIRST FRIDAY-GRAND JUNCTION-Every first Friday of the month from 6-9p, downtown Grand Junction. FREE CHOLESTEROL SCREENING-Held by appointment only in the Montrose/Olathe areas, call Darlene Mora at 970-708-4719 to schedule an appointment, this offer is made through Tri-County Health Network. FREE FAMILY LAW CLINIC-Last Wednesday of every month, Montrose County Courthouse (Annie Trujillo) at 1200 North Grand, Noon to 130p. Sponsored by Uncompahgre Volunteer Legal Aid and the 7th Judicial District Bar Association. Call 970-252-4312 for information. FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT-Presented by Alpine Bank, various days from March 10-Oct 13, playing at The Sherbino (Ridgway), learn more here. FREE LUNCH-Served Mon-Fri at Christ’s Kitchen (Penn Mall, 2305 S. Townsend Ave., Montrose) from 1115a-1p. Call 970-249-1774 for more infor-mation. FRIDAY NIGHT JACKPOT TEAM ROPING-Every Friday night beginning 7/14/17, enter by 630p, rope by 7p, held at JG Ranch (Fruita), more info here. FRIDAY NIGHTS AT FOX FIRE FARMS-Held every Friday night through Sept 29 at Fox Fire Farms (Ignacio), get music lineup here. FRIDAYS AFTER 5-Every Friday throughout the summer, Downtown GJ will have later hours and live music, get more info here. FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS-Held at various locations around the Grand Valley, get the full schedule here. FRUITA THURSDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES-Live music every Thursday at 325 E. Aspen St., 730p, free, get lineup here. GJ COMMUNITY CENTER COMMITTEE-Meets every first & third Friday of the month for discussion to get a community center, open to public, held at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Grand Valley (GJ), 930-11as, learn more about the group here. GRIEFSHARE—GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP-Held Tuesdays, 2p, Rosemont Baptist Church (Montrose), Aug 22-Nov 17. GUNNISON ARTS CENTER WINTER CONCERT SERIES-Held various nights throughout the winter at GAC, get dates and lineups here. HEALTHY RHYTHM MUSIC SERVICES PRESENTS-Concerts held year round, check their website, healthyrhythm.net for more information, held at Healthy Rhythm Community Art Gallery (Montrose).

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KAFM CLASSIC FILM SERIES-First Tuesday of the month, 7p, starting Sept 5, $5, get full schedule here. KARAOKE-Every Friday from 8p-1a at Throttle & Spur Saloon (Delta). KIDS LEGO CLUB-Every 4th Thursday for kids 4-12 in the Montrose Regional Library Meeting Room, this is not a drop in program, space is limited to 40 kids (plus their adult), 4-5p, each month is a different theme. LATIN SUNDAYS-Every Sunday at Twisted Turtle (GJ), 21+, Latin music by a DJ, 7p-2a. LEARN SIGN LANGUAGE-Every Tuesday at the Kensho Total Wellness Day Spa (37 N. Nevada, Montrose), 6p, contact Angie Watson on Face-book for information on this class or her class in Delta. LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEEKEND-At Balcony Bar (Durango), times of performances vary, get the schedule here. LIVE MUSIC EVERY SATURDAY-From 6-9p at Horsefly Brewing (Montrose). LIVE MUSIC EVERY SUNDAY-From 3-6p at The Eldo Brewery & Venue (Crested Butte). LIVE SHOWS AT THE UTE THEATER-Throughout the year, shows are held at The New Ute Events Center (Rifle), get schedule here. MONTROSE COMMUNITY BAND PRACTICE-Almost every Monday at MHS from 7-830p, musicians welcome to join, get more info here. MONTROSE GENEALOGY FORE-KIN TRAILS BROWN BAG LUNCH AND LEARN PROGRAMS-Held at 12p every fourth Monday (January thru October) at The Warrior Resource Center 11 S Park Ave., all are welcome, 970-240-1755. MONTROSE PROFESSIONAL NETWORK-Every Wednesday morning from 730-830a, a group of professionals meets at Keller-Williams (Montrose) to network. Visitors are welcome! There is a cost to officially join the group. Contact Janine Rusnak for more information, j9publishing@gmail.com. MONTROSE STAMP (PHILATELIC) CLUB-Meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, 7-8p, for beginners to pros, please contact Brenda at 970-765-6948 for more information including meeting location. NATIVE AMERICAN DANCES-Every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday nights at 7p, Cortez Cultural Center, admission is free. OLD WEST HERITAGE PERFORMANCES-Every Tuesday & Thursday at 7p, Cortez Cultural Center, admission is free. OPEN COFFEE CLUB-The 3rd Friday of every month, held at the GJ Business Incubator Center, 11a-12p, learn more here. OPEN FIGURE DRAWING-Every 1st & 3rd Saturday from 1-4p, held at Weekhawken Creative Arts (Ridgway), $20/session, get more information here. PARENTS NIGHT OUT-Held the 2nd & 4th Friday of every month, 6-9p, $10/child ($20 max), held at Montrose United Methodist Church, contact Shelly Hubbard at 970-417-9277 for more information, RSVPs only! SECOND SATURDAY FLEA MARKET-Every 2nd Saturday at Glenwood Springs Elk Lodge, 8a-1p. SECOND SATURDAY STROLL-Every 2nd Saturday in Downtown Delta, 10a-2p, shop Delta businesses for special sales during the stroll. SHOP SMALL WEEKENDS-Held 4 times a year at Mesa Mall, email tamara.krizman@washingtonprime.com or call 970-240-0009 for more info. SOM SHOE FACTORY TOURS-Held every Thursday from 10a-4p, tour the only shoe factory in the region, located in Montrose, learn more here. SPEAKEASY SWING NIGHT-Held every Friday night through Sept, 6-9p, held at The Phoenix Bean (Telluride), with Donavan Daily Jazz Trio. THE ALPINE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB– Meets every second Tuesday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in the St Paul Room, 1855 St Mary’s Drive, Montrose. The public is welcome to attend. For more information, email alpinephotoclub@aol.com. THE LEGEND OF DANNY BOY-Live performance held at Henry Strater Theatre (Durango), get full schedule and tickets here. THE NORTH FORK CANCER SUPPORT GROUP-First Saturday of every month, 11a, Paonia Public Library. TRUE GRIT WALKING TOURS-Meet at 1045a on Fridays at Ridgway Visitors Center, $10, call 970-626-5181 for more information. WESTERN SHOOTOUT-Held 3 nights a week throughout the summer and into fall, live re-enactment at Strater Hotel (Durango), 7p. WILD HORSE MINISTRIES-Held various days and at various locations, get their 2017 schedule of events at www.wildhorseministries.com.

MEETINGS & CONTINUOUS EVENTS - All Counties (cont’d)

If you have an ongoing event and would like it listed

here, please email Janine Rusnak the meeting information

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FRIDAY OCT 6th

Various Hours: Cedaredge Applefest 9a-1p: Forage Establishment, Renovation & Management Demonstration Plot Open House 4-7p: Miniature Oktoberfest 2017 7p: Gerry Goodman playing at the Chicken Roost 7p: Bittersweet Highway playing at RJ’s Steakhouse

SATURDAY OCT 7th

Various Hours: Cedaredge Applefest Various Hours: Cohere Gathering 8a-4p: Route 65 1 Year Anniversary 9a-3p: Pioneer Town Antique & Classic Car Show 12-2p: Thin Air Band playing at Route 65 Burgers 2-6p: The Coolest Ride Car Show 730p: Baroque Festival at Blue Sage Center for the Arts 8p: The Old Slaughterhouse Music Hall Grand Opening Concert

SUNDAY OCT 8th Various Hours: Cedaredge Applefest Various Hours: Cohere Gathering

Now-Oct 15-American Craft Week, celebrated at Refinery Paonia. Oct 13-DMEA Member Appreciation Night at the Rec, Montrose Rec Center OR Bill Heddles Rec Center, get family voucher here. Oct 14-Experience the Grand Opening of the Egyptian Theatre in 1928 fundraiser, 1p, $10. Oct 21-Pickin’ at the Pea (Delta), one day sale, 9a-3p. Oct 23-City of Delta Fall Cleanup, items must be ready by 7a on this day, piles no longer than 10 feet & branches no longer than 4” in diameter, no tires, batteries, refrigerators, freezers, stumps, e-waste (anything electronic). Oct 28-6th Annual Cider Fest with The Solar Brothers, Niceness, and Taylor Scott, 12-8p, held at Big B’s (Hotchkiss). Oct 31-Pioneer Town and The Shelter Shoppe present “Things That Go Bump In The Night,” 5-9p, $5, costumes REQUIRED. Nov 3-Nov 5-St. Michael’s Church Bazaar (Delta). Nov 4-Halloween Masquerade, held at Paradise Theatre (Paonia), live music, get more information here. Nov 7-Delta County Election, get sample ballot here. Nov 11-Daddy-Daughter Dance at Bill Heddles Rec Center, 630p, $15/$20, dance is primarily for girls 3-12.

THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

Delta County

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FRIDAY OCT 6th

Various Hours: 28th Headwaters Conference 5-8p: Gunnison First Friday Art Walk 545p: Shabbat of Sukkot at Queen of All Saint Catholic Church 6-9p: Open Mic Night & Food Truck at Double Shot Cyclery 7p: First Friday Family Film: Harriet the Spy

SATURDAY OCT 7th

Various Hours: 28th Headwaters Conference Various Hours: Bonus Weekend at Crested Butte Mountain Resort 7a-7p: 12 Hour Romp in the Rocks 6-9p: WSCU Wrestling Preseason Victory Party and Reverse Raffle 630p: Drop Everything showing at Crested Butte Center for the Arts 8p: CBMT’s Dead Singers Night 830p: Drop Everything showing at Crested Butte Center for the Arts

SUNDAY OCT 8th Various Hours: 28th Headwaters Conference Various Hours: Bonus Weekend at Crested Butte Mountain Resort

Oct 13-Oct 15-3rd Annual Headwaters Poetry Conference, held at the Gunnison Arts Center, get ticket information here. Oct 18-Public Health Annual Flu Clinic, held at Gunnison County Health and Human Services (Gunnison), 2-6p. Oct 19-Public Health Annual Flu Clinic, held at Crested Butte Town Hall, 2-6p. Oct 27-27th Annual Zombie Prom, put on by KBUT, $20, 21+, doors open at 9p. Oct 27-Oct 29-Pink In The Rink, women’s hockey tournament, family fun, live music, silent auction, & more, all proceeds will be used for “Friends of Pink” to help local residents diagnosed with breast cancer that need financial assistance. Oct 28-Murder at Skull Manor, a costumed Murder Mystery Event, held at Gunnison Arts Center, $25, 8p, get more information and tickets here. Nov 9-Off-Season Marketing Double-Header, 7-8p, held at Crested Butte Old Rock Library, free, light refreshments provided. Jan 10-Jan 13-Mountain High Music Festival, held at Mt. Crested Butte.

THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

Gunnison County Hinsdale County

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FRIDAY OCT 6th

Various Hours: 29th Annual Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering 7-10a: Durango Cowboy Parade 10a: Cowboy Poetry Train 5p: Pop Sushi Grand Opening 6-9p: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Colorado Suitcase Party

SATURDAY OCT 7th

Various Hours: 29th Annual Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering Various Hours: Peanuts™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express 10a-5p: 2017 Solar Home Tour 11a-5p: Durango Oktoberfest 530p: StillHouse Junkies playing at Balcony Bar 7p: The Black Velvet Trio playing at Derailed Pour House 7p: Girls Night Out - The Show showing at Animas City Theatre 8p: Durango Dot Comedy Improv Show

SUNDAY OCT 8th Various Hours: 29th Annual Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering Various Hours: Peanuts™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express

Oct 14-Oct 15-Peanuts™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express, also held Oct 21, & 22, ride the train to the pumpkin patch to meet Charlie Brown and Snoopy, get more information and tickets here. Oct 20-Downtown Durango Balloon Glow, 7-8p. Oct 21-Oct 22-Peanuts™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express, ride the train to the pumpkin patch to meet Charlie Brown and Snoopy, get more information and tickets here. Oct 26-Teton Gravity Research film showing Rogue Elements, two showings, proceeds go towards Friends of the San Juans Avalanche Forecasting Project. Oct 27-Durango Halloween Bike Parade, 5p, held at Buckley Park. Oct 28-Three Springs 11th Fall Festival, 11a-2p, held at Three Springs Plaza (Durango). Oct 28-10th Annual Bark & Wine Fundraiser Gala, held at DoubleTree (Durango), 6-9p, $35. Oct 28-Halloween Dance, held at The Irish Embassy Pub (Durango), 830p-130a. Oct 30-Elder Grown & Liver Down the River playing at Animas City Theatre (Durango), more information here. Nov 11-David Sedaris reading at Community Concert Hall (Durango), 730p, get tickets here. Nov 15-Kitchen Dwellers playing at Animas City Theatre (Durango), 9p-2a, get ticket information here. Nov 17-Jan 2-The Polar Express™ Train Ride, various hours and days, get schedule and ticket information here. Dec 2-La Plata County Republican Round-up! with speaker Lt. Col. Allen West, 5p, held at Sky Ute Fairgrounds & RV Park, western themed.

THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

La Plata County Montezuma County

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THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

Now-Oct 31-Studt’s Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze (GJ). Now-Oct Oct 31-Moon Farm Pumpkin Patch (Fruita). Oct 11-Magic Men Live, performing at Avalon Theatre (GJ), doors open at 7p, $25-$100, 18+. Oct 12-Colorado Experience Roadshow: Uranium Mania Reception, held at Museum of the West (GJ), 6-8p. Oct 13-2017 Western Slope Ally Awards. Oct 13-A Nightmare on Main St., a haunted house day 1, 6p-12a, $10/$15, benefitting GJHS Marching Band. Oct 13-Chili Supper to benefit local youth, held at Redlands Middle School (GJ), 530-730p, $6. Oct 13-Oct 15-2017 Parade of Homes, 10a-6p Fri & Sat, 10a-4p Sun, $10. Oct 14-GJ Oktoberfest 2017, held at Las Colonias Park Amphitheater (GJ), 2-6p. Oct 14-A Nightmare on Main St. , a haunted house day 2, 6p-12a, $10/$15, benefitting GJHS Marching Band. Oct 14-SSMC Veterans Poker Run, start at Randy’s Diner in Clifton, 10a, all proceeds go to Grand Junction VA Hospital, get more information here. Oct 14-7th Annual Rollin’ on the River 3K Walk & Roll, starting at Western Colorado Botanical Gardens (GJ), 830a-1p. Oct 14-Birth & Baby Expo, held at DoubleTree (GJ), 9a-330p, speakers and expo. Oct 14-Boo at the Zoo, held at Children’s Nature Center (Mesa Mall, GJ), 10a-4p.

FRIDAY OCT 6th

Various Hours: 2nd Annual Downtown Art Festival 8a-5p: Dog Agility Show 10a-6p: 2017 Parade of Homes 530-730p: Mesa County Democrats Fall BBQ Fundraiser 530-730p: Date Night Child Care 6p: Banff Radical Reels Tour showing at Avalon Theatre 6p: VeggieTales Family Movie Night 6p: Go for the Gold! lecture with Frank Shorter & Steve Bosley 6-9p: First Friday Grand Junction 6-11p: Buried Alive Art Show and Live Poe Readings at Uncanny Valley Art Gallery 7p: DJ AkA playing at Twisted Turtle 730p: A Grand Night for Singing performed at Robinson Theatre 730p: The Telephone & La Voix Humaine One Act Operas at Love Recital Hall 730p: Bookcliff Middle School Assembly Performance 730p: Thomasina Russell playing at KAFM Radio Room 8p: Rocky Horror Tribute Show 8p: Glow Golf for Jason’s Ever-Giving Heart Foundation 8p: Friday Night Swing at Four Winds Coffee & Tea 830p: Derringer playing at Warehouse 2565 930p: Los Rieleros Del Norte playing at Two Rivers Convention Center SATURDAY OCT 7th

Various Hours: 2nd Annual Downtown Art Festival 8a: Grand Valley Anti-Bullying 5K 8a: The City of Grand Junction Community Outreach Committee Golf Tournament 8a: 2017 Outlaws Junior Rodeo 8a-1p: Coates Creek School Annual Pancake Breakfast 8a-5p: Dog Agility Show 8a-5p: Grand Valley Dressage Society Schooling Show 830a: 53rd Annual Four-Corners Royal Arch Festival 9a: Maverick Mile Fun Run 9a-430p: Colorado National Monument Plein Air Event 9a-5p: Mesa County Libraries Comic Con at Two Rivers Convention Center

10a-3p: Community Streets Event 10a-4p: Palisade Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival 10a-430p: Gateway Unaweep Fire Department Dynamite Shoot 10a-5p: Riverfront Art and Car Park Art Paint Out 10a-6p: 2017 Parade of Homes 11a: CMU Regional Mountain Bike Championships 11a-3p: Animal Care Fair 11a-6p: Greek Festival 12-4p: Diamond D Jackpot Sorting 2p: A Grand Night for Singing performed at Robinson Theatre 3p: Colorado State Championship BMX Finals 3p: Kicks and Putts for Hope Golf Tournament 3-10p: West By West West 2017 4p: “The Feed” at Whitman Park 4p: The Post Game at Las Colonias Park 5-7p: Ladies Night Out at Mesa Mall 5-8p: Pig Roast at BPOE 575 6p: Moonlight Miles 10K & Half Marathon 6-8p: El Salvador Fundraiser & Pig Roast 6-9p: Grand Valley Wine Festival 7p: DJ Max playing at Twisted Turtle 7p: Hopekings playing at the Cavalcade 7p: Barista Challenge - Latte Art Throw-Down 7p: Clyde and the Milltailers playing at Palisade Brewery 730p: A Grand Night for Singing performed at Robinson Theatre 730p: The Telephone & La Voix Humaine One Act Operas at Love Recital Hall 8p: Rocky Horror Tribute Show 8p: Shaun Ray playing at Copper Club Brewing 830p: Jagertown playing at Warehouse 2565

SUNDAY OCT 8th 8a-5p: Dog Agility Show 8a-5p: Grand Valley Dressage Society Schooling Show 9a: JG Ranch Sorting 10a: Colorado State Championship BMX Finals 10a-4p: 2017 Parade of Homes 6p: The Tonight Show with Young Life

Mesa County

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Now-Oct 29-Pumpkins at the Covered Bridge. Oct 11-Montrose Regional Library Election Forum, 12p, held at the library. Oct 12-Black Canyon Women’s Connection, held at Montrose Events Center, dinner included, must RSVP by Oct 9 to Carol 970-201-6612 or landcmartinson@yahoo.com, 530-7p, $15. Oct 12-Oct 14-Oktoberfest at Arrowhead Mountain Lodge. Oct 13-DMEA Member Appreciation Night at the Rec, Montrose Rec Center OR Bill Heddles Rec Center, get family voucher here. Oct 14-Montrose “Rocks”! Halloween & Autumn city wide scavenger hunt, 9a-6p, learn more here. Oct 14-Thin Air Band playing at Montrose Pavilion Senior Dance, 730-11p, $5. Oct 14-Knights of Columbus 6th Annual Duck Race, 1p, St. Mary Parish (Montrose), call Clay for more information 970-901-6982. Oct 14-Bosom Buddies 25th Annual 5K Walk/Run & 10K Run, 8a registration, begins at Montrose Pavilion, register here. Oct 17-Region 10, City of Montrose, & Montrose Chamber of Commerce are hosting a “Cash Flow Breakthrough” class for business owners or potential business owners, 9-11a, held at Region 10 (Montrose), $45, register here. Oct 18-Say Boo to the Flu free drive-thru vaccination clinic, held at TWO locations: Riverbottom Park & Montrose Pavilion, 3-7p. Oct 19-Montrose Regional Library Election Forum, 8a, held at the library. Oct 20-3rd Annual “Achieve With Us” Fashion Show, held at Montrose Pavilion, doors open at 6p, show starts at 7p, put on by The Arc West Central Colorado, buy tickets here. Oct 20-Adam Agee & Jon Sousa playing at Healthy Rhythm Community Art Gallery’s Listening Room (Montrose), doors open at 630p, $14.50/$19.50 (reserved). Oct 20-Oct 21-Autumn Celebrations Market, held at Montrose County Fairgrounds, Fri 3-7p & Sat 10a-7p. Oct 21-Kipori Woods playing at The Lark & Sparrow (Montrose), 8p. Oct 21-Amazing Race for Adaptive Sports, must compete in teams of 4, $50/person, kids are welcome, dogs are not, 2-4p, benefits the Montrose Olathe Adaptive Sports Program. Oct 21-1st Annual Olathe Fall Festival, car show hosted by Wicked Mobile Garage, festival starts at 11a. Oct 21-Oct 22-Scarecrow Festival at Montrose Botanic Gardens. Oct 22-3rd Annual Bow Wow Film Festival held at Turn of the Century (Montrose), 5p, $8/$12. Oct 28-D&G Railroad playing at Horsefly Brewery, 7p. Oct 28-15th Annual Punkin Chunkin, DeVries (Hwy 50, Olathe). Oct 28-Montrose County Republican Party “We The People” Lincoln-Reagan Dinner, 6p, $50. Oct 28-Thin Air Band playing at RnR Sportsbar (Montrose), 9p. Oct 28-Kids & Family Expo, held at Montrose County Fairgrounds. Nov 3-Nov 4-Montrose Woman’s Club Annual Holiday Hobby & Craft Bazaar, held at Montrose County Fairgrounds. Nov 11-Veteran’s Day Flag Dedication at the Community Rec Center, 1p. Nov 11-Holiday Harvest Open House, held at Holiday Inn Express (Montrose), 9a-4p. Nov 17-3rd Annual Crab Crack, benefitting Black Canyon Boys & Girls Club. Nov 17-Nov 18-Happynewmerrythanksmas, held at Montrose County Fairgrounds, hosted by Cherry Creek Media, vendors wanted, contact 970-249-4546. Nov 18-International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, hosted by Center of Mental Health.

FRIDAY OCT 6th

830a-1230p: MFG Day at SOM Footwear Shoe Factory 1030-1130a-Joe Salazar Meet & Greet 530p: 2017 Black Canyon Soccer Invitational Tournament 6-730p: Ladies Night at Signature Events 630p: 4-H Alumni BBQ 645p: Star Drive-In Theatre Customer Appreciation Nights 7-9p: PEER Kindness Zumba Dance Party 9p: Sunny & the Whiskey Machine playing at Intrinzik

SATURDAY OCT 7th

8-10a: Ramona’s Pancake Fundraiser at Applebee’s 8a-12p: Handmade Craft Fair at The Homestead at Montrose 8a-12p: Free Hernia Screening at Mountain View Therapy at Montrose Rec Center with Presentations 8a-4p: Montrose County Fall Cleanup Day at the County Landfill 9a-6p: Junk’n Sisters Grand Opening

10a: Blessing of the Animals at Montrose Zion Lutheran Church 1030a: Magic Circle Players free “Spring Cleaning” 12p: Circle 3 Cowboy Fellowship Gymkhana Series 3-4p: The Kindness Diaries Tour with Leon Logothetis 5p: 1st Annual Kind & Dine 530p: 2017 Black Canyon Soccer Invitational Tournament 645p: Star Drive-In Theatre Customer Appreciation Nights 7p: Formal Fall Gala at Niko’s Tavern 8p: Laff Inn Comedy Night 9p: Tight Thump playing at Intrinzik

SUNDAY OCT 8th 8a: 2017 Black Canyon Soccer Invitational Tournament 9a-8p: PEER Kindness Pumpkin Pick 12p: Montrose Animal Shelter Rock Auction 1-3p: 1977 Broncos Superbowl Team Alumni Autograph Signing at Jimmy John’s

THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

Montrose County

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FRIDAY OCT 6th

1-2p: Joe Salazar Meet & Greet 5p: 15th Annual Ouray County Winter Sports Swap at Ridgway Elementary School 730p: Burlesque Show at The Sherbino - Locals Night

SATURDAY OCT 7th

5a-6p: Paint in the Park Plein Air Event 9a-1p: 15th Ouray County Winter Sports Swap at Ridgway Elementary School 5-10p: Ouray Oktoberfest 730p: Burlesque Show at The Sherbino

SUNDAY OCT 8th No events listed.

Oct 10-Ouray Area Geology As Seen Through The Eyes Of Google, 930a-1130a, lecture by Steve Cumella, $$, register here. Oct 11-On-Site Flu Clinic at Ouray County 4-H Events Center (Ridgway), call 970-325-4670 for more information. Oct 19-Uncompahgre River Stakeholders Meeting, 6-8p, held at Ouray Community Center, free and open to the public. Oct 21-Firkin Fest West 2017, held at The Sherbino, $30 at door/$25 advance.

THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

Ouray County

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FRIDAY OCT 6th

No events listed.

SATURDAY OCT 7th

530-9p: 2017 Harvest Celebration at The Livery 9p: Lawn Chair Kings playing at Last Dollar Saloon

SUNDAY OCT 8th

3p: San Juan Symphony’s Requiem for Eagles performed at Palm Theatre 5-9p: Bin Pizza Fundraiser for the Hubbard Family

Oct 12-8th Annual BRAvo Invitational, held at the Ah Haa School for the Arts (Telluride), 730p. Oct 13-Oct 15-8th Annual Telluride Horror Show.

THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

San Miguel County

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FRIDAY OCT 6th

Various Hours: Denver Beer Fest 730p: Dead Man’s Cell Phone performed at Thunder River Theatre

SATURDAY OCT 7th

Various Hours: Denver Beer Fest Various Hours: Aztec Highland Games & Celtic Music Festival 10a-5p: Octoberfest at Glenwood Caverns 1030a-2p: Carbondale’s 109th Annual Potato Days 730p: Dead Man’s Cell Phone performed at Thunder River Theatre

SUNDAY OCT 8th Various Hours: Aztec Highland Games & Celtic Music Festival 2p: Dead Man’s Cell Phone performed at Thunder River Theatre

Now-Oct 20-Red Rocks Summer Concert Series, get full schedule here. Now-Oct 31-New Castle Gardens Pumpkin Patch 2017(New Castle). Now-Oct 31-Osage Gardens Pumpkin Patch (New Castle). Oct 12-Rifle Chamber of Commerce hosts the Chili Cook-off & Jalapeño Eating Contest, held at Garfield County Fairgrounds (Rifle), 530-830p, $10/$5, children 10 & under are free. Oct 12-Oct 14-Dead Man’s Cell Phone performed at Thunder River Theatre (Carbondale), 730p. Oct 13-East Coast v. West Coast Oyster Throwdown and Clambake, held at Roaring Fork Beer Company (Carbondale), 5-8p. Oct 14-Octoberfest at Glenwood Caverns, 10-5p. Oct 21-Octoberfest at Glenwood Caverns, 10-5p. Oct 28-Octoberfest at Glenwood Caverns, 10-5p. Nov 18-Winter on the Mountain Kickoff, Glenwood Caverns, 5-9p. Nov 25-Downtown Glenwood Springs Holiday Lighting & Wine Walk, 6-9p.

THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

Over Yonder (everywhere else)

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DISCLAIMER Any tips or tricks published are to be performed with common sense. They are found via the World Wide Web and could possibly fail. If you have any of your own tried & true tips & tricks, email them to Janine at j9publishing@gmail.com.

MONTROSE STAGE COACH NOMINATED FOR SIGNIFICANT ARTIFACT AWARD

Press Release MONTROSE - A stage coach whose final resting place is at the Montrose County His-torical Museum has been nominated for the 2017 Colorado’s 10 Most Significant Arti-facts campaign through Colorado Connec-tion to Collections. Joyce Kenner with the museum provides a little history about the piece: Stage coach passengers of the frontier west told many stories of their un-comfortable journeys. The difficulties were many, including bumpy travel in extreme heat or cold and the tiny space allotted to them inside the coach. Still they came west, willing to trade difficult travel for adventure and opportunity. Tucked away at the Montrose County Historical Museum is a gem from that era, a stage coach that in the 1800’s hauled passengers over the rocky miles of the Circle Route Stage Line. The sturdy old coach has had a long history and, judging from it’s past, that story isn’t over yet.

There were several types of coach, each designed for a particular type of ser-vice. The ‘mud wagon’ was designed for mountainous or difficult terrain. It featured a reinforced undercarriage and lighter body. Passengers who had traveled by coach, from the east would notice the difference in build, as well as a hike in fares. Each mile traveled cost as much as ten times the amount easterners had to pay back home. The Circle Route Stage Line ferried passengers and their belongings to moun-tain towns as far south as Durango. An important connection was the Silverton Railroad, where coaches could take pas-sengers to further mining settlements. Eventually, the need for travel lessened and just before the end to the 1800s the stage line was discontinued. Our stage coach, then no longer in use, was acquired by Montrose County and stored at the fairground. For nearly half a century the coach was a popular parade entry, often pulled by a striking team of white horses. Over the years its condition deteriorated, and it was apparent that help would be needed in order for the coach to exist at all. At that critical point came an opportunity for this mining era survivor to earn the cost of its own restoration. In the late 1950’s, the movie, “Tribute to a Bad Man”, was slated to be filmed on Miller Mesa. A lease agreement was made with MGM, and the coach was off to the repair shop for its new life as a

movie star. From white oak roof bows, steamed and bent to fit, to complete uphol-stery involving the hides of half a dozen cattle, this mountain road warrior slowly came back to life. Coaches of that era typi-cally were painted bright colors with the stage lines new prominently featured, but the movie company asked that the paint be limited to a primer coat so that they could custom paint it for an ‘old’ look for the film-ing. Apparently, in the movies even a stage coach had to get its makeup done. The coach was placed in the care of the Montrose County Historical Society and in the next decade as used in another movie. During the colorful production of “How the West Was Won” the coach was host to more Hollywood stars, including the popular Debbie Reynolds. Over a century ago this stage coach was instrumental in the opening of southwest Colorado, and was later featured in movies depicting the colorful West. It enlivened our parades, pulled by those white horses of long ago. Your vote is needed for this stage coach to make the list! Vote at https://collectioncare.auraria.edu on the VOTE NOW page. Click on the stagecoach image and then select the stage coach line and submit vote. The results for the Top Ten Most Significant will be announced by the end of November 2017.

Courtesy Photo

3 other uses for

Fishing line for

survival

Tightly loop the floss around a fraying rope to prevent

further fraying

Tie a piece of floss around a dripping faucet and guide the

string down to the drain; the water will drip quietly down the floss

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NASCAR SUN. 10/8: Bank of America 500 (12p) NBC

NOTE: NASCAR schedule is per nascar.com NOTE: MLB Postseason schedule is per mlb.com

NOTE: Avalanche schedule is per nhl.com

NOTE: Broncos schedule is per denverbroncos.com *If any schedules are incorrect, please let me know!

DENVER BRONCOS

SUN. 10/8: Broncos BYE Week SUN. 10/15: Broncos v. Giants (630p) NBC

COLLEGE FALL SPORTS

Colorado Mesa University Colorado State University

Fort Lewis College University of Colorado US Air Force Academy

Western State Colorado University

HIGH SCHOOL FALL SPORTS

Basalt Longhorns Cedaredge Bruins Central Warriors Coal Ridge Titans Crested Butte Titans Delta Panthers Dove Creek Bulldogs Durango Demons Fruita Monument Wildcats Glenwood Springs Demons Grand Junction Tigers Grand Valley Cardinals Gunnison Cowboys Hotchkiss Bulldogs

Mancos Bluejays Montezuma - Cortez Panthers Montrose Indians Norwood Mavericks Nucla Mustangs Olathe Pirates Ouray Trojans Palisade Bulldogs Paonia Eagles Ridgway Demons Rifle Bears Roaring Fork Rams Telluride Miners

MLB POSTSEASON

FRI. 10/6: Red Sox @ Astros (12p) FS1 FRI. 10/6: Yankees @ Indians (3p) MLBN FRI. 10/6: Cubs @ Nationals (530p) TBS

FRI. 10/6: Diamondbacks @ Dodgers (830p) TBS SAT. 10/7: Cubs @ Nationals (330p) TBS

SAT. 10/7: Diamondbacks @ Dodgers (7p) TBS SUN. 10/8: Astros @ Red Sox (1230p) FS1 SUN. 10/8: Indians @ Yankees (530p) FS1 MON. 10/9: Nationals @ Cubs (TBD) TBS

MON. 10/9: Dodgers @ Diamondbacks (TBD) TBS MON. 10/9: Astros @ Red Sox (TBD) FS1 MON. 10/9: Indians @ Yankees (TBD) FS1 TUE. 10/10: Nationals @ Cubs (TBD) TBS

TUE. 10/10: Dodgers @ Diamondbacks (TBD) TBS WED. 10/11: Yankees @ Indians (TBD) FS1 WED. 10/11: Red Sox @ Astros (TBD) FS1

THURS. 10/12: Diamondbacks @ Dodgers (TBD) TBS THURS. 10/12: Cubs @ Nationals (TBD) TBS

COLORADO AVALANCHE

SAT. 10/7: Avalanche @ Devils (12p) Alti MON. 10/9: Avalanche @ Bruins (11a) Alti

WED. 10/11: Avalanche v. Bruins (730p) Alti

M y goal with this publication is to bring joy and happiness to people by keeping them in-formed with what events are

going on in the area. However, I can’t ignore what happened in Las Vegas earli-er this week. While I wasn’t personally affect-ed, I think tragic events like this really put a blanket over all of us. I had the pleasure of waking up on a typical Monday morn-ing, but the second my husband informed me of a mass shooting, I felt ….different. We immediately turned on the news and were devastated to hear what had happened. How could someone do something like this? All of those people were out there engaging in something that they enjoy when absolute terror struck. Now here we are in Montrose, Colorado, just trying to get our kids out of bed for school. Our children—the future—who have no concept of what just hap-pened in our country (they are very young). Our children, who without even knowing it, are growing up in a world that has gone mad. To them, tragedy is get-ting a hotdog when they asked for a ham-burger or when they are told it’s time for

bed. So innocent… That day, the bloodmobile was in town and I picked up my kindergartener before heading there. Unbeknownst to me, kids aren’t allowed on the bloodmo-bile, but prior to giving my blood, I told him where we were going and why. In “kid terms,” I told him I was trying to help people who needed blood because someone hurt them and they lost some of theirs. I am not sure how much he under-stood, but that evening my husband said that our son told him that, “Mommy helped people today.” So...at least he knows it was for the greater good. Where do we go from here? How do those of us who weren’t personally affected go on with our day to day lives acting as if everything is A-OK? I have to be honest, I actually feel guilty that my complaints are about the weather or the line at the gas station, while some people are currently figuring out how to cope af-ter losing someone they love. It’s not fair that these people, who at some point have also complained about the weather or the line at the gas station, are now en-during loss and utter brokenness. Not only are there people mourning, there are those dealing with their wounds, some are still fighting for their lives, and there are literally thousands of people—right now—living in terror because of what they witnessed. That being said, as unfair as it may be, you and I (who were not personally affected) need to keep on living life. If you’re about to get married, em-brace all that life has given you, and bask in wedded bliss. If you’re about to give birth, absorb everything that your new bundle of joy will bring to you including the unspeakable bond between a parent and a child. If you’re head-ed to work, give it your all and go out of your way to say hello to your co-workers. What I’m trying to say is

that when ter-rorists (AKA: evil beings) try to make you afraid…afraid to even leave your home, they are winning. Life is a gift. Life only happens once. Life IS a joy. The recent tragedies all over the world (weather included), are proof that everything in our own little world can change in an instant. So, hug your people tighter. Be kind to the people you encoun-ter. Get involved in your community. Ask questions. Proudly express your ideas. Enjoy the sunshine. Decorate your home for the holidays. Buy someone a gift. Buy yourself a gift. Pray. Laugh. Make love. And most importantly, be love.

Happy Reading! Enjoy Life! Smile!

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Ben & Evan love going to the library! This day they had to pose by every statue.