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Meeker High School Drama Club musical
The Meeker High School Drama Club presents the musical production of “Thoroughly Modern Millie” on Friday and Saturday, May 23rd and 24th at 7pm at the Meeker High School Auditorium. Admission is $10 for adults and$5.00 for children.
5/24/2013 – Chili Cook-off looking for participants
There is a Chili Cook-Off fundraiser, for the American Cancer Society Survivors Reception, Monday, May 27th at downtown at Grand Olde West Days at 11am. They are looking for chili cookers to register. The deadline to register is May 24th. For more information call Kerry at 824-4145 or Kelly at 326-8228.
GRAND OLDE WEST DAYS
GRAND OLDE WEST DAYS IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS.
ANY GROUP, ORGANIZATION OR BUSINESS INTERESTED IN BEING IN THE PARADE SUNDAY, MAY 26TH DURING GRAND OLDE WEST. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 824-2151
Wild West Weekend looking for contestants.
Wild West Weekend is looking for Contestants for Muttin Bustin and Contestants for Sheep hooking both on foot and horseback. Contact Austin Corson at 629-5057.
May is Hepatitis Awareness Month
May is Hepatitis Awareness Month. Find out if you are at risk for Viral Hepatitis by taking a 5 minute Hepatitis Risk Assessment developed by the CDC and get a personalized report at http://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/riskassessment/. If you have questions or concerns, please contact your healthcare provider.
5/22-23/2013 – AARP Driver Safety
(CRAIG) AARP Driver Safety Program is Wednesday, May 22nd from 1pm to 5pm at Sunset Meadow #1 in Craig. The cost is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. Bring your current Driver’s License and AARP card. For more information call 824-5123.
(STEAMBOAT) AARP Driver Safety will be given at the American Legion Room of the Steamboat Springs Community Center on Thursday May 23 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. The class will be taught by Jane and Bud Romberg. Contact Rombergs at 879-0064 to register. Class size is limited.
The course is designed for drivers aged 50 and older to help compensate for age related changes. Statistical analysis has shown that those taking the course have fewer accidents, injuries and deaths than those, of the same age range, who have not taken the course.
The cost is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non AARP members. Upon completion of this 4 hour course, certificates will be issued which will entitle the driver to a discount on his/her insurance. The certificate is good for 3 years. Check with your insurance company for a quote. Colorado state law requires a discount.
5/24/2013 – Totally Kids Youth Soccer
Registrations for Totally Kids Youth Soccer in Hayden are due this Friday, May 24th. Games and practices are on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting in July. For questions call Carolyn @ 846-9083.
5/26/2013 -DIVINE DESSERTS AND SILENT AUCTION FUNDRAISER
THERE IS A DIVINE DESSERTS AND SILENT AUCTION FUNDRAISER FOR THE VENEZUELA MISSION TRIP SUNDAY, MAY 26TH FROM 6 TO 8 AT THE HAVEN IN HAYDEN. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 276-3510.
5/26/2013 – LSR Museum’s Memorial Day BBQ
5/28/2013 – Totally Kids Summer Day Camp
Totally Kids Summer Day Camp opens Tuesday, May 28th. The day camp operates from 7 am to 6 pm – Monday thru Friday. There are still slots available. Registration forms can be picked up at Hayden Valley Elementary or at www.haydentotallykids.com. Call Carolyn at 846-9083 for more information.
Graduation Dates
Moffat County High School – 824-7036 Date: 5/25/2013 Time: 10am Place: Gymnasium at high schoolHayden High School – 276-3761
Date: 5/19/2013
Time: 2 pm Place: gymnasium at high school Steamboat High School – 879-1562 Date: 6/8/2013 Time: 2 pm Place: gymnasium at high school SoRoCo High School – 736-2531 Date: 5/25/2013 Time: 11 am Place: gymnasium at high school Meeker High School – 878-9070 Date: 6/1/2013 Time: 10 am Place: Outside on the football field Little Snake River Valley High School – (307) 383-2185 Date: 5/26/2013 Time: 2 pm Place: gymnasium at high school Rangely High School – 675-2253 Date: 5/19/2013 Time: 2pm Place: gymnasium at high school
6/1/2013 – The Meeker Rec Center Pool closed
The Meeker Rec Center Pool will be closed all day on Saturday, June 1. The remainder of the Center will be open as usual. For more information call 878-3403.
Hayden Summer Food Program
Hayden Valley Elementary qualified as an open site for the Summer Food Program. Children ages 1 – 18 can come to the elementary school for a free breakfast 8:30 – 9:00 or lunch 11:45 – 12:15. A school bus will be available for rides to and from the elementary school for lunch. Adults can eat for a minimal charge of $2.00 for breakfast and $3.50 for lunch.
As a kick off to the Summer Food Program, a free carnival will be set up at Hayden Valley Elementary on Tuesday, May 28th from 12:15 to 1:15. Fun! Games! Prizes!
Call Carolyn at 846-9083 for more information.
6/3/2013 – Swim Lessons
The City of Craig Parks and Rec Dept. is now taking registration for swimming lessons for children ages 3 through 15 yrs. old. Classes are Monday – Thursday and last for two weeks. There are four different sessions. The first session starts June 3rd. Class size is limited to 6 participants per class. For more information call 826-2029/ Sign-up at City Hall or go to www.ci.craig.co.us Fee is $35.00
6/3/2013 – Water Aerobics
Both Shallow and Deep water aerobics classes will be offered for the summer. Shallow Water is held on Mondays and Wednesdays, and Deep water is held on Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Both class are held from noon to 1pm and again from 6pm to 7pm. You can sign up for Shallow Water or Deep Water Aerobics for $45 or take both classes for $80. Drop in fee is $4. Classes start the week of June 3rd and end August 15th. For more information call Craig Parks and Rec at 826-2029.
6/7/2013 – Inventor’s Boot Camp
There is an Inventors’ Boot Camp on Friday, June 6th from 8:30am to 3:30pm at CNCC Academic Campus in Craig. To Register call 620-4370 (Marianna Raftopoulos Business Center)
Presenters:
-Rita Crompton, FLeCusa International
-Doug Collins, AVID Design
-Ray Burrasca, Colorado Crowdfunding.
Registration is $55.00 Pre-Registration required. Registration includes a resource notebook, Inventors Roundtable Boot Camp sessions and individual consultation with Inventors Roundtable members and SBDC consultants.
Plan to arrive at 8am to meet the Inventors Round Table members and enjoy a cup of coffee.
Inventors’ Boot Camp will help the novice and seasoned inventors avoid common mistakes that often lead to financial failure. The concise format is geared toward educating inventors on the inventing process and the costs to design a new product or idea and move the new product to market. Financing and ‘crowdfunding’ options are important topics to understand.
Schedule:
8:00am: Registration, Coffee, Muffins and Networking
9:00am: The Business of Inventing: Understanding the process (includes patents, trademarks of business entities), Marketing and Licensing, Prototyping and Manufacturing, Crowdfunding and Finance
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm: Individual business consultations – Inventors’ Roundtable and SBDC Consultants
6/15/2013 – FAMILY CAST-N-BLAST
The Yampa Valley Chapter of SCI is hosting a Family Cast-n-Blast Day at the Wyman Museum (94350 US 40, Craig) from 10am to 3pm on June 15th. To enter, please call 970-878-6090 and let them know how many will be attending. This is a FREE event. Lunch will be served by the Colorado Outfitters Association NW Chapter and the Colorado Department of Parks & Wildlife.
6/15/2013 – Moffat County Fair looking for local businesses to participate in Family Fun Night
The Moffat Coutny Fair is having a Family Fun Night on Friday, August 9th, beginning at 6:30pm. They are looking for local businesses who would be will to partner with the fair and sponsor an activity that night.
Thye will start off the night with the “Catch-a-Pid” contest. They they want to have lots of different activities for families and “kids” of all ages to participate in.
They will have music and strolling entertainment. Listed below are some events that would be fun and easy. You don’t have to use them, they are just ideas.
Contest ideas:
-Stick Horse Barrel Race
-Horseshoe Pitching
-Wheelbarrow Race
-Turkey Bowling
-Face Painting
-4-Wheel Barre; Race
-Hay Stacking Contest
-Boot Chuck
-Tug of War
Please respond and let them know if you will be able to participate and what activity you will be doing by Saturday, June 15th. For more information call the Moffat County Extension Office at 824-9180.
Boys and Girls Club Springing into Summer
Every summer kids across the country and right here in Northwest Colorado are left alone while parents work. This leads to loneliness, lack of activity and in some cases dangerous situations. The Boys & Girls Clubs provide kids ages 6 to 18 a safe, fun and positive place to go with caring, youth development professionals.
Summer 2013 at the Craig and Steamboat Springs Clubs is shaping up to be one of the best yet with lots of fun programs and adventures planned. The Craig Club summer programs will begin Monday, June 3rd and the Steamboat Club begins Monday, June 17th from 7:30am to 6:00pm. As always, the Clubs will continue to offer convenient and flexible, drop-in programming for $1 per hour with membership. Program highlights include field trips to the pool, adventure hikes, golf lessons, water fun at the Clubs, engaging art projects, daily physical activities and educational programs to prevent summer learning loss.
Find out more at our mandatory summer parent meetings. Steamboat Springs: Wednesday, May 1 or Tuesday, May 7 at 5:30pm. Craig Club: Thursday, May 9 at 5:30pm
Summer Closure Dates:
Craig Club Closed: May 24, May 27-31, July 1-5, August 19-23
Steamboat Club Closed: May 27, June 10-14, July 1-5, August 26-30
Moffat County Fair sponsor
Any business interested in becoming a Moffat County Fair Sponsor, call the Moffat County Extension Office at 824-9180.
Bereavement Support Group in Hayden
Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association is forming a bereavement support group in the Hayden area. If you are grieving the loss of a loved one and would like to be involved, please contact Sandy Beran at 970-871-7682 to find out more.
Drop-in Flu Clinic at the VNA
Free Mammograms and Pap tests
Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association is offering free mammograms and pap tests for women who are age 40-64, uninsured or under insured, have not had a pap test or mammogram in the last 12 months, and meet income requirements. Call Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association at 879-1632 or 824-8233 to see if you qualify.
The VNA Classes
Craig Parks and Rec hiring umpires for Coach Pitch and Girls Softball
Craig Parks and Rec hiring umpires for Coach Pitch and Girls Softball. Applicants needs some knowledge of the sport rules. Certification classes will be offered before the start of the season. Applicants must be at least 14 years old. For more information call 826-2004.
Sexual Abuse Prevention Workshop
Connections 4 Kids early childhood council is presenting a series of sexual abuse prevention and treatment workshops in May in Craig and Meeker. There are workshops geared toward mental health professionals, other professionals who work with children and parents – anyone who has interaction with children. Meghan Hurley of River Bridge Regional Center, will lead the workshops to raise awareness about sexual abuse identification and treatment and dispel myths about victims. Please join them for these informative and important workshops. The details on these free opportunities are included in the attached flyer. Sexual Abuse Prevention Workshop Flyer
Looking for vendors for Whittle the Wood
The City of Craig Parks and Recreation is taking applications for vendors for the 14th Annual Whitte the Wood Rendezvous. Rental spaces for craft vendors are $75 a space, specialty food service booth (1 or 2 items) are $100 a space, and full service food booth are $200 a space. This year’s event will be held at Loudy Simpson Park (electricity is not available). Spaces are limited so sign up today! For more information call 826-2029.
U.S.D.A. Food Supplement distribution
-The Moffat County Department of Social Services will be having a U.S.D.A. Food Supplement distribution in Craig on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at 595 Breeze Street (north east alley entrance only).
-The distribution in Maybell is on Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 from 9:00 am to 9:30 am at the Maybell Community Center.
-The distribution in Dinosaur is also on Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at the County Office in Dinosaur.
All households that receive Food Supplement must be recertified at the first of each year. Verification includes proof of the household’s gross monthly income, current address and picture I.D.
For more information contact Krysti Beadling at the Moffat County Department of Social Services at 824-8282 ext 11.
6/1/2013 – Snake River Lions Club Walk 4 Life
7th Annual Snake River Lions Club Walk 4 Life: Saturday June 1st, 9am at the Dixon Sr. Center and they will walk to the Savery Museum (4 miles). Registration forms are available at the Valley Community Center, Stage Stop store, Higher Ed and the LSRV school. Pre-registration before May 20th gets you a free collector’s t-shirt. Registration on day of event begins at 8:30am ($25.00/adult and $10.00/child). Join them as we have a light snack, draw for a free bicycle and release helium balloons with the names of our friends and loved ones who we are honoring by walking. Great family event so lace up your sneakers, break out your bike or saddle up your horse and come have a morning of fun and fundraising! For more information call 307-383-2166.
6/8/2013 – MC Sheriff’s Golf Tournament
The Moffat County Sheriff’s Golf Tournament is Saturday, June 8th at the Yampa Valley Golf Course. The cost is $40 per person. Help young adults go to college. Sign-up Form (pdf)
6/13/2013 – MoCo Dirty Dawg Dash and Dig
The MOCO Dirty Dawg Dash and Dig (Obstacle 5K and Mud Volleyball Tournament. Sponsored by Moffat County Booster Club
All participants must sign liability and release waivers when checking in to receive their number/bracket. Participants must check in for their event 1 hr prior to competing . Participants must be 16 years of age on or before July 13th and have parent signature to participate.
Dawg Dash/Obstacle 5k:The Dirty Dash will comprise of a 5k run with challenging, yet fun obstacles.
• A variety of no less than 10 obstacles including a mud pit, extreme slip n slide, arctic plunge
• Enter as an individual or team
• Teams must consist of at least 4-10 participants that have a team name and register together. They must choose the same race start time during registration 9:00am: First heat takes off
• Heats will take off every 30 minutes
Dirty Dig/Mud Volleyball Tournament Format: The Dirty Dig will comprise of recreational format volleyball in two knee deep mud pits.
• 16 teams: Double Elimination Bracket
• Teams may comprise of 6-10 players (6 players in the pit at a time)
• Rally scoring
• best 2 out of 3 matches
• first 2 games to 21pts, 3rd game to 15 pts
• game must be won by 2 points
• 11:00am – Check-in / 12:00pm – Play begins
Be prepared to get muddy, work hard and leave with a sense of accomplishment.
Prizes will be awarded for best costumes.
Each participant will receive a t-shirt. Please designate size on registration form. Website for more information: http://mocodirtydawgdashanddig.eventbrite.com/#
6/29/2013 – Valley Mud Crusher Challenge
Valley Mud Crusher Challenge: June 29th, 9am at Valley Community Center in Baggs, Wyoming. Family fun event – no boot camp training required. Compete as a team of 4 or as an individual. Prizes for oldest team, best uniform, best team name and many more. MINI MUD CRUSHER RACE for ages 5 to 12 starts at 8am. Teams or individuals – fun getting legally dirty!! For more information contact the Valley Community Center at 307-383-2166.
Craig Parks and Rec hiring umpires for Craig Youth Baseball
Craig Parks and Rec is hiring umpires for Craig Youth Baseball. Wages are $16 to $28 per game. Applicants need to know some knowledge of the sport riles. Certification classes will be offered before the start of the season. Applicants must be at least 14 years old. For more information call 826-2006.
CRAIG VFW MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
The Craig VFW is recruiting new members. Honorably discharged men and women who served in a conflict zone are invited to contact Commander Guy Bradshaw at 826-0427 (or call the club at 824-7145) for details.
To be eligible you must:
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Have served Honorably in the U.S. Armed Forces
- Have served in a conflict zone, Korea or any area where you received Hostile Fire/Imminent Danger Pay
- Must provide a copy of your DD 214 when you submit membership application.
Mission Statement: “To assist worthy comrades; to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead, and to assist their widows and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the government of the United States, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws; and to foster true patriotism.”
HEELING FRIENDS FUNDRAISER
Heeling Friends, Routt County’s only animal assisted therapy program is collecting pet gear for an upcoming fundraiser. They’re looking for collars, leashes, crates, toys, beds, and more. Donations can be taken to the Pet Kare Clinic in Steamboat. For more information call 734-5590.
Cancer Support Group
The support group for persons living with cancer meets the 1st Tuesday of the month. Meetings begin at 6:00pm and are held at the Memorial Hospital in Craig. For more information call Joan @ (970)701-9085.
Freedom Hooves, Therapeutic Riding in NW CO looking for board members
Freedom Hooves, Therapeutic Riding of NW Colorado, is looking for people interested in serving on their Board of Directors. Interested individuals should send a letter stating why you wish to serve and what you can bring to the board to FreedomHooves@gmail.com or Board, P.O. BOX 832, Hayden, CO 81639. For more info call 757-0331, 701-9085, or 629-5761
Grand Futures looking for board member
Grand Futures Prevention Coalition, a non-profit organization which works to reduce substance abuse throughout Routt, Moffat and Grand Counties, with particular emphasis on youth (6th-12th grades), is now seeking interested community members to serve on its county and tri-county Coalition boards.
Please send e-mail of interest to: Dervla@grandfutures.org. No phone calls please. For more information, please visit: www.grandfutures.org.
N-CNTRL Coalition looking the volunteers
Are you interested in protecting youth from tobacco? The N-CNTRL Coalition is looking for middle school and high school youth, adults and residents of Hayden, Oak Creek and Craig to join the group. Call Vicki Barron, NW CO VNA Community Health Educator at 875-1863 for more information.
Dental Care for children
Do you have a child under the age of three? If so, have they seen a healthcare provider yearly since their first tooth erupted? Recent research has shown that “baby teeth” are as important as adult teeth. Baby teeth not only help children chew and speak but they also maintain the space in the jaw for the unerupted permanent teeth. Dental caries is the most common chronic childhood disease in America. It is also a childhood disease that is 100% preventable. The American Dental Association recommends that all children be seen by a healthcare provider for a check-up, as soon as their first tooth erupts or prior to their first birthday. This early examination and preventive care will protect your child’s smile now and in the future. Oral health is an important part of overall health. For more information about the importance of your child’s teeth, please visit www.ada.org and schedule your child’s yearly dental check-up today. For more information call 629-5472.
Yampa Valley Volunteer Coordination Center
Are you looking for opportunities to give back to your community? Yampa Valley Volunteer Coordination Center is here to connect volunteers to projects and services for non-profits in Routt and Moffat Counties. Please call 879-5605 to find out how your service can make a difference in our community.
Advocates is looking for volunteers
Are you a natural helper? Do you want to be more involved in helping your community? Advocates- Crisis Support Services is looking for dedicated individuals interested in becoming volunteer advocates for domestic violence and sexual assault. If you want to take a stand in your community and assist victims of domestic violence and sexual assault contact Desirae with Advocates at 824-9709. Become an advocate today!
Integrated Communities
Integrated Communities has Resource and Referral services the 3rd and 4th Mondays of every month at the Northwest Colorado Community Health Center in Craig (VNA) from Noon to 5pm. This service is for anyone who speaks limited English and needs help navigating the different community systems, such as medical, legal, educational, IRS, Social Security Administration, banking, domestic violence, worker’s compensation, employment, housing and many more.
For more information call 871-4599
Happy Hands Crochet Club
The Happy Hands Crochet Club meets every other Sunday at 655 N. Ranney St. Learn to crochet, loom knit or finish something you have already started. For more information call Mary at 824-2923.
Wyman Museum
Be sure to visit the Wyman Living History Museum, it’s 2 miles east of Craig on Highway 40. Inside you will find many wondrous things, including: World War I & II artifacts, a huge chainsaw exhibit, antique farm equipment, and thousands of other early 20th century items. Stop by the black smith shop, the trophy mount room, and the historic Pagoda Store (where you can purchase handmade items to take back to your family). You can also see the bull elk Clyde.
Admission is free and it’s open daily from 10 to 4, closed on Wednesdays.
For more information call 824-6346 or visit their website www.wymanmuseum.com
