Friday, November 22

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 23

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.

Sunday, November 24

Vitalant Blood Drive: Vitalant and Ameristar Casino Resort and Spa Black Hawk are encouraging the community to give thanks this holiday season by donating blood to help patients in need. Type O blood is the most transfused blood type. O-negative is the universal blood type and is what emergency room personnel reach for when there is not time to determine a patient’s blood type. All blood types are needed! Go to donors.vitalant.org and search Blood Drive Code: B042 to sign up. All donors will be entered to win one of three $10,000 gift cards in the Make a Difference giveaway. 12 to 5:30 p.m. at the Ameristar Casino located at 111 Richman Street in Black Hawk. 

Monday, November 25

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.

Tuesday, November 26

Wild Bear Story Time: We will read books, sing songs, play, and move together, all while fostering early ecological literacy. Join us for fun, friends and community! 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at 20 Lakeview Drive in Nederland. 

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.

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.

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