Friday, August 15

Trivia Night: This month’s theme is Dogs! Everything from breeds, health, history, movies, and songs. Get those teams together and join us for a fun evening of trivia and win prizes! 7 to 9 p.m. at BOTH Very Nice locations. 180 Jankowski Drive in Mid-Gilpin and 20 Lakeview Drive in Nederland. 

Saturday, August 16

Nederland Summer Concert Series: Bring a chair and a blanket and get comfortable for some music in the park from Bill McKay Band and Dave Watts and Friends. 4 to 7 p.m., 254 Lakeview Drive, Nederland.

Riparian Ecosystems: Join us for a free community walk and talk on riparian systems. 10 to 11:30 a.m.. Meet at the Wild Bear Nature Center, 20 Lakeview Drive, Nederland.

Cookies With the Commissioners: Come and chat with your Gilpin County Commissioners and enjoy some delightful sweets! This event will focus on the County budget. 3 to 4 p.m., Community Center Multi-purpose Room, 250 Norton Drive, Black Hawk. 

Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Association Clothing Swap: Just in time for school! Bring gently used clothing and swap for other gently used clothing. Contact Rai Farrelly for more information at rai.farrelly@gmail.com. 9 to 11 a.m., 31528 Highway 72, Golden. 

Saturday Night Movie: Join us as we watch “Jurassic World: Rebirth.” PG-13. 6 p.m., Gilpin County Library, 15131 Highway 119, Black Hawk.

Sunday, August 17 

Nederland Farmers Market: Enjoy a variety of artisan vendors ranging from food to art, alongside some live music in the heart of Nederland! 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 80 East Second Street, Nederland. 

Wednesday, August 20

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency: What it is and why you should care: a beginner’s guide. Please register at https://nederland.libcal.com/event/15081981. 6:30 to 8 p.m., Nederland Community Library, 200 Highway 72 North, Nederland.

Thursday, August 21

Wild Bear Nature Center Tours: Curious about the future home of Wild Bear Nature Center? Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of our new net-positive facility, currently under construction at the gateway to thousands of acres of open space. 4 to 5:30 p.m., 88 Indian Peaks Drive, Nederland.

Hikes for Seniors: Join Boulder County Parks and Open Space for an easy 3-mile walk around the wetlands. Enjoy a peaceful stroll around tranquil ponds teeming with life and surrounded by serene scenery. A few benches are available on the trail. 9 to 11 a.m., Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat, 3893 North 75th Street, Boulder.

Saturday, August 23

Ned Jazz and Wine Festival: A special time to meet up with friends, sample fine beverages, and listen to diverse jazz sets. Ticket purchasers receive unlimited pours from alcohol and NA booths, a commemorative tasting glass, an over-the-shoulder wine carrying tote, and a prize- drawing ticket to win experiences. Purchase tickets at https://nedjazzwine.com/. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Chipeta Park, located at 254 Lakeview Drive. 

CCCIA New Deck Christening Celebration: Join us for a special afternoon as we celebrate the grand unveiling of the Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Association Deck with an open house and tour of the deck!  Free cake and ice cream. 2 to 5 p.m., 31528 Highway 72, Golden.

Gilpin Mountain Kids Volunteer Clean Up Day: Let's make Gilpin Mountain Kids a cleaner, greener place! Grab your gloves and help us pick up litter, pull weeds, scrub walls, or simply show your support. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 10597 Highway 119, Black Hawk. 

Tuesday, August 26

Cookies With the Commissioners: Come and chat with your Gilpin County Commissioners and enjoy some delightful sweets! Quality of Life & Communications Survey results.  All residents are welcome at any session. District 1 - Central City. 6 to 7 p.m., Monte Lobo, 131 Main Street, Central City.

Wednesday, August 27

Back-to-School Bingo Pizza Night: Win books and school supplies! All ages welcome. 6 to 7 p.m., Nederland Library Community Room. 200 Highway 72 North, Nederland.

Nederland Area Seniors Travel Club: Traveling in Australia, Tasmania, and New Zealand. Presented by Jane Curtis and Carmi Gazit. 1 to 2:30 p.m., Nederland Community Center Senior Lounge, 750 Highway 72 North, Nederland.

Thursday, August 28

Mindfulness in Nature: Connect with nature through hands-on experiential learning, gain techniques to reduce stress, and create a sense of peace and well-being through nature and garden-based mindfulness activities. Learn nervous system regulation mindfulness tools. Please register by emailing jennifer.cook@colostate.edu. Call 303-582-9106 for further information. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Gilpin Community Garden, on Norton Drive at Gilpin Fairgrounds.

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