Friday, December 20

Children’s Holiday Storytime: Ever sung holiday songs with a Christmas Mermaid and Pirate Elf? Join us for a special storytime with a twist! Meet at the Nederland Community Library located at 200 Highway 72 at 10:15 a.m.

Saturday, December 21

Holiday Boxes: If you need some extra support this holiday season, the Nederland Food Pantry is here for you! Come get your box filled with food and clothes from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Nederland Community Center located at 750 Peak to Peak Highway. 

Caribou Village Winter Solstice Celebration: Enjoy a slew of activities and sales from the shops at the Caribou Village! This is an all day event at 20 Lakeview Drive in Nederland. 

Winter Solstice Feast and Potluck: bring a dish to share while enjoying live music by Strangebyrds and celebrate the Winter Solstice. 5 to 7 p.m. at 20 Lakeview Drive in Nederland.

Santa Visit for Pets: Santa Paws is waiting to get his picture with your friendly pet. Please bring your own camera or phone to take the pictures. See www.coalcreekcanyon.org for sign ups and time slots. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Coal Creek Canyon Community Center located at 31528 Highway 72. 

Sunday, December 22

Very Nice Holiday Craft Fair: Local arts, crafts and holiday treats! Santa will visit from 4 to 7 p.m. The event as a whole starts at 12 p.m. and goes till 7 p.m. at 180 Jankowski Drive, Black Hawk. 

Monday, December 23

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.

Sunday, December 29

Very Nice 3rd Annual Hanukkah Potluck: All are welcome to our 3rd Annual Hanukkah Potluck, bring a dish to share while enjoying Very Nice brews, wonderful food, and great company! 4 to 7 p.m. at 20 Lakeview Drive in Nederland. 

Tuesday, December 31st 

Noon Year’s Eve Party: Countdown to ’25! Snacks, crafts, dancing and balloons. Best for ages 10 and under. From 11 a.m. to noon at the Nederland Community Library located at 200 Highway 72.

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