Thursday, November 28

CCCIA Thanksgiving Potluck: Turkey, potatoes and gravy provided. Free to the community. Questions? Please contact us at cccia80403@gmail.com. 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 31528 Highway 72.

Friday, November 29

Children’s Storytime: Stories! Song! Movement! Music! Play! Every Friday morning from 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. we hold storytimes for ages 0 to 4 years old. From 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. we read books, sing songs, learn some ASL, and get the wiggles out! From 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. we have free play, bring out the toys and bubbles and get to know other kids, parents and caregivers. Meet in the Community Room at the Nederland Community Library located at 200 Highway 72.

Saturday, November 30

2024 Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run & Walk: All ages and pets are welcome! $25 fee for ages 11 and up. Please register online through https://gilpincounty.colorado.gov/events. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Gilpin Community Center located at 250 Norton Drive, Black Hawk. 

Sunday, December 1

Dusty Roads and Howlin’ Wind Holiday Market: Support your local artists and vendors while taking care of your holiday shopping! $1 off beer with your purchase. 12 to 5 p.m. at Howlin’ Wind Brewing located at 51 A Main Street in Rollinsville.

Monday, December 2

Nederland Writers: Bring something you are working on to share and get feedback on or join the group to listen in and hone your skills. Area writers gather at Nederland Community Library located at 200 Highway 72 every Monday from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, visit https://nederland.libcal.com.

The Mountain Meditation Circle: A free and open group that has been meeting every Monday evening at 6 p.m. for the last four years at Gilpin County Public Library. New participants are always welcome. New members will need to provide their contact information prior to attending their first meeting. Please email Alisa at wittalisa@gmail.com or call her at 847-890-5262.

Meditation and Mindfulness: Practice meditation, explore readings, and join discussions in this free program at Nederland Community Library located at 200 Highway 72 every Monday at 5:30 p.m. No meditation experience necessary! Please email Eric at davis.eric.alan@gmail.com with any questions.

Wednesday, December 4

Children’s Storytime: Join us every Wednesday morning for our Children's Storytime. Most of our children range from 0-5 years of age but all children are welcome. Enjoy stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and more. A themed craft will follow every storytime. The previous week's crafts are available while supplies last. 10 to 11 a.m. at the Gilpin County Public Library located at 15135 Highway 119, Black Hawk.

Friday, December 6

Family Movie Matinee: Bring the kids for free popcorn and a movie as we watch “The Wild Robot,” a family-friendly film, in the meeting room. PG. 1 hour and 42 minutes. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Gilpin County Public Library located at 15135 Highway 119, Black Hawk. 

Saturday, December 7

Nederland Food Pantry and Clothing Closet: The Nederland Food Pantry, located at 196 W 1st Street, is open Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.. We are here to help our community in need by providing food, clothing, and other essential support. No appointment is necessary. For more information, check out our website at www.nederlandfoodpantry.org or call 720-418-0892.

Winter Wonderland Around the World: Celebrate cultural holiday traditions with a performance by the Peak to Peak Chorale! There will be three different performances: December 7 at 3 p.m. at Gilpin County School, located at 10595 Highway 119 in Black Hawk; December 8 at 3 p.m. at Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Association, located at 31528 Highway 72 in Golden; and on December 13 at 7 p.m. at Golden Gate Grange, located at 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road, Golden. 

Parent’s Night Out: Nederland Community Library will be hosting a drop off for kids 5 and up. We provide pizza, popcorn, juice, crafts, games, movies and more! Waivers and emergency contact info needs to be filled out if we do not have your info on file. 5 to 7:30 p.m. located at 200 Highway 72.

Nederland Holiday Mountain Market: Come shop local arts, crafts and various vendors! 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Nederland Community Center located at 750 Peak to Peak Highway in Nederland. 

Christmas Craft Fair: Come join us for two days of holiday crafting fun! Kids of all ages can come make ornaments, cards, and other holiday decorations. Holiday cards and stamping crafts will also be available for teens and adults. Saturday, December 7 and Sunday, December 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Gilpin County Public Library, located at 15131 Highway 119, Black Hawk. 

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