Thursday, November 12

Third Annual Taste of Gilpin: A fundraiser for Gilpin arts. Culinary “face-off” at the Teller House. Competition for best entree, best cocktail, and best dessert. 21 and up event. Purchase tickets at Gilpinarts.org. 6 to 9 p.m., 120 Eureka Street, Central City. 

Saturday, November 14

Movie with a Message: Movies With A Message will be showing "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist" at the Gilpin County Library at 2 p.m. A lively discussion will follow regarding how AI may impact the future of all mankind. Snacks will be provided by the Gilpin County Democrats. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Located at 15131 Highway 119, Black Hawk.

Parents Night Out: Drop off your littles for an evening of entertainment and fun! Ages 5 and up are welcome. Movie, pizza, popcorn, crafts and games! 5 to 7:30 p.m., Nederland Community Library, 200 Highway 72, Nederland.

Overwintering strategies of flora and fauna - MRS guided walk: The winter is a brutal season at the Mountain Research Station, with temperatures diving to -37F (-38C) and winds of over 100 mph on the ridge! Some organisms that spend their summers at the MRS engage in seasonal movements to escape these conditions, like our warblers, wrens, and flycatchers. Some mammals, like black bears and yellow-bellied marmots, will hibernate throughout the winter in their dens, rarely emerging. However, other creatures, including some birds and mammals, are present and awake year-round at the MRS. More information and sign up at, calendar.colorado.edu/event/nov-14-2026-mrs-guided-walk. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Mountain Research Station, 818 County Road 116, Nederland.

Sunday, November 15

Nederland Thanksgiving Potluck: Come and celebrate our community! Everyone is welcome. Live music, food, art, and community. $5 suggested donation or pay what you can. Zero Waste event, so please bring your own plates, silverware, and glasses! It’s also a potluck, so please bring a side dish or dessert to share. For volunteer information, email teamturkeyned@gmail.com. 12 to 3 p.m., Nederland Community Center, 750 Highway 72, Nederland.

Monday, November 16

All Ages International Folk Dancing: Tom Masterson will teach each dance beforehand. Everyone is welcome to join in and enjoy the fun. A suggested $5 donation for the teaching is appreciated. 6 to 8 p.m., Nederland Area Seniors, 750 Peak to Peak Highway, Nederland.

Wednesday, November 18

Front Range Mycological Society Meeting: See what we’re up to and how you can get involved! 5 to 7 p.m., Nederland Community Library, 200 Highway 72, Nederland.

Thursday, November 19

Adult Makers Club: This month we will be focusing on gratitude, and Leah will lead us through how to craft a gorgeous Thanksgiving banner using fabric and upholstery scraps. No experience necessary! $5 suggested donation. Please register here: nederland.libcal.com/event/17916348. 5:30 at 7 p.m., Nederland Community Library, 200 Highway 72, Nederland.

Friday, November 20

Trivia Night: Grab a team and try your hand at some trivia at either one of our taprooms! 7 to 9 p.m., Very Nice Gilpin, 180 Jankowski Drive, Black Hawk and 26 Highway 119, #7, Nederland. 

Friends of the Library Bake Sale: Throughout the holiday season, the Friends of the Library will be conducting several bake sales to help raise funds to support programs such as the summer reading program. Visit the library for a variety of homemade baked goods for sale. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Gilpin County Public Library, 15131 Highway 119, Black Hawk.

DIVE-In Movie "Hocus Pocus": "Hocus Pocus" viewing in the pool area. Free for everyone! No registration required. Brought to you by Alan Green Grant Foundation. Drinks and snacks available. 6 to 9 p.m., Gilpin County Community Center, 250 Norton Drive, Black Hawk. 

Family Movie Matinee “Moana”: Bring the kids for free popcorn and a movie as we watch the family-friendly film "Moana" in the meeting room. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Gilpin County Public Library, 15131 Highway 119, Black Hawk.

Saturday, November 21

Thanksgiving Distribution: The Nederland Food Pantry is hosting our annual Thanksgiving Distribution to make sure every household in our community has a wonderful meal. Stop by to pick up your turkey and all the delicious fixings! 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Nederland Food Pantry, 196 West 1st Street, Nederland.

Family Playdate: Looking for a chance to meet other families with young children? Join us at the library for a family playdate! Older siblings are welcome, too! Contact Rachel Schmalz with any questions: rschmalz@gilpincounty.org. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Gilpin County Public Library, 15131 Highway 119, Black Hawk.

Oscar Movie Preview “The Odyssey”: Join us for popcorn and a movie as we preview early predictions for the 99th Academy Awards. Written and directed by Christopher Nolan, adapted from Homer's ancient Greek epic poem. Rated R. 5 to 8 p.m., Gilpin County Public Library, 15131 Highway 119, Black Hawk.

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