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2017 Vol. 2 Issue 21

Delta County

Gunnison & Hinsdale Counties

La Plata & Montezuma Counties

Mesa County

Montrose County

Ouray County

San Miguel County

Out of the Area

By Janine Rusnak Founded in 1999 by Roy and Elaine Johnson, the Uncom-pahgre Valley Trail Riders is a fun recreational club in Montrose for those who like to ride ATV’s and snowmobiles. The group, consisting of 130 families, meets the second Thursday of every month. Heading the group is president Rich Jakino. “He’s

been the president the last ten years,” member Lee Dusa said, “and has nearly single-handedly built the membership and club to what it is today.” In the summer, the club goes on roughly 25 scheduled rides all over the Western Slope. Each ride is led by a “ride leader” who is equipped with a satellite phone and an exact head-count.

When there’s no snow on the ground, the club helps out the BLM and Forest Service by clearing 85 miles of trails with chain saws and loppers. In the winter months, the club utilizes their two snow-grooming machines to remove and flatten 95 miles of trails. “Performing a public service on these trails is our way to help everyone who wants to ride,” Dusa said. The winter trails are groomed at night. With the $37 mem-bership fee plus their annual raffle fundraiser in December, the group has significant fi-

nancial resources. Membership gets you the ride schedule, ca-maraderie, a summer picnic, and a Christmas party. Anyone can join the UVTR, but the club doesn’t haul anyone’s “toys.” You can rent or own your ATV/UTV and/or snowmobile, but you have to have a way to transport it to the meeting spot (for the rides). The monthly meetings are potluck style with dinner from 6p-7p followed by the meeting and are held at the Masonic Lodge in Montrose (188 Rose Lane). Some meetings are educational. Recently, they had Flight For Life teach them how to clear an area for landing if they ever were asked to assist with that. New members are always welcome. For more information call Rich Jakino at 209-8900 email the club at uvtrmontroseclub@gmail.com.

The club rode over Imogene Pass last month. Photo courtesy of the UVTR

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Press Release MONTROSE - Montrose County Commissioner Glen Davis is adding to his public service resume with a prestigious appointment on the Grand Me-sa Uncompahgre Gunnison (GMUG) Resource Advisory Committee (RAC). The recent appoint-ment was confirmed by Sonny Perdue, the Secre-tary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. As one of 15 members of the RAC, Commissioner Davis will work to "improve collab-orative relationships between the Department of Agriculture's Forest Service and the local commu-nities and to provide advice and recommenda-tions concerning projects proposed for funding under Title II of the Act [Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000]," as indicated in his acceptance letter. Commis-sioner Davis will serve a four-year term and was nominated by the Regional Forester of the Rocky Mountain Region. "It was an honor to have my name sub-mitted and even more humbling to have been chosen for this position," said Commissioner Da-vis. "I am looking forward to representing local interests and providing input on key projects that affect our region." To read more about Commissioner Davis and his public involvement, visit his biog-raphy online.

“It was an honor to have my name submitted, and even more humbling to have been chosen for this position.”

~Montrose County Commissioner, Glen Davis on his GMUG appointment

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One of several abandoned homes in Animas Forks. Photo by Theresa Dikeman

News Release STATEWIDE - Colorado’s history runs as deep as the silver and gold veins that once lured a surge of fortune seekers here during the late-1800’s mining boom. But when those rich re-sources went bust, dozens of towns were abandoned—leaving behind sa-loons, mercantiles and other hallmarks of Wild West life. Catch glimpses of this bygone era in the remains of ghost towns tucked amid high peaks and remote wilderness. Though you’ll have to drive a portion of the way to these deserted destinations, take an intrepid approach for the final leg. ATV/OFF-ROAD VEHICLE Ghost towns in Colorado range from mere ruins to surprisingly intact ham-lets—for the latter, venture St. Elmo, where a few lingering residents run a general store and a guesthouse. Seek the help of Buena Vista’s ATV Moun-tain Adventure Rentals, which will drop you and your rented ride off trailside (and pick you up later), leaving you to explore the dusty, straight-out-of-a-movie set streets on your own. An ATV also comes in handy for a bonus trip to nearby Tin Cup. Set your sights on Animas Forks, located high in the San Juan Mountains. Just 12 miles away in Silverton, Rock Pirates Backcountry Adventures can hook you up with one of its rugged Tomcar OHVs for a bumpy-yet-scenic excursion up the Alpine Loop Scenic & Historic By-way. Check out nine remaining struc-tures, including the two-story Duncan House with its impressive bay window. HIKE The North Park area is home to Teller City, a former silver-mining camp that at one time boasted 27 saloons, hun-dreds of log cabins and more than

1,500 residents—not too shab-by given its dense-forest loca-tion. Head southeast of Walden to the Teller City In-terpretive Site, then hit the .75-mil loop trail that winds arounds scattered remains of cabins and other artifacts. The high-altitude setting of Carson (almost 12,000 feet) makes it all the more rewarding for its views of massive peaks. Lake City, situated near the

Continental Divide, is your base for this adventure. Hop on the Alpine Loop Scenic & Historic Byway to Wager Gulch Trailhead. The moderate-to-difficult hike is a steady, 3.4-mile climb leading through open meadows and aspen stands to the Carson site. BIKE Eleven miles south of Aspen, Ashcroft is one of a few ghost towns that can be visited year-round. But it would be a shame to miss the vivid colors of wild-flower season in late summer or fall’s brilliant foliage—both ideal times for a two-wheeled ride along Castle Creek Road. Named to the National Register

of Historic Places in 1975, Ashcroft is currently maintained by the Aspen His-torical Society, and highlights include the still-standing post office, Blue Mir-ror Saloon and town jail. Central City escaped a boom-to-bust fate, but hidden just up the hill is Nevadaville, which bustled with some 4,000 people in its heyday. Sev-eral original buildings and a few gravesites are left, in addition to the Nevada Lodge No.4, still used by Free-masons for monthly meetings. The route up gravelly County Road 1-S is just over a mile and makes for a nice mountain-bike jaunt. SNOWSHOE/CROSS-COUNTRY SKI Wintertime doesn’t always mean you can’t visit—in fact the scene might have a more ethereal vibe blanketed in snow. South of Ouray lies Ironton Park, home to the slumbering rem-nants of the Ironton townsite. A local group maintains and grooms Nordic trails after fresh snows, including the roughly 2-mile Townsite Loop, which passes by a two-story Victorian house and the Larson Brother’s Mine. Close to Summit County’s

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Ingredients -2-3 tablespoons olive oil -2 pounds stew meat -1/4 cup water -1 ounce packet dry ranch seasoning mix -1 ounce packet dry au jus mix -8 tablespoons unsalted butter

-1 green pepper -1 24 ounce bag of Reames Frozen Homestyle Egg Noodles Instructions 1. Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil in a frying pan on medium-high heat. Sear the stew meat for a nice, brown color.

2. Add 1/4 cup of water into the slow cooker, then place the seared stew meat on top. 3. Sprinkle the dry ranch seasoning mix and the au jus mix on top, then place 1 stick of butter and the green pepper slices on top of the stew meat. 4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours. 5. Serve with gravy and cooked (according to package instructions) egg noodles. Serves: 4

Photo & recipe courtesy of Lasso The Moon

popular ski resorts is Mayflower Gulch Trail. Go six miles south of Copper Mountain to the trailhead, then strap on your showshoes for a four-mile round trip to Boston Mine. Your path follows a gently sloped wagon road through forest before opening up to a bowl peppered with old mining cabins and an ore chute at the base of Fletch-er Mountain. JEEP TOUR Sometimes it’s easier—but no less thrilling—to let the pros take the wheel. Telluride Outside guide service is hap-py to oblige with its 4WD tours in beefed-up Chevy trucks. The Imogene Pass itinerary departs from Telluride toward Tomboy on an intermediate road, meaning the tour is suited to all ages, but you’ll still get your kicks. Amenities like tennis courts and a bowling alley once graced the area where a collection of collapsed re-mains and foundations now exist.

Strike out from Marble on an expedition to Crystal City, courtesy of Crystal River Jeep Tours. Your guide will navigate the terrain while you en-joy dramatic landscapes. Just before the town entrance is the exceptionally picturesque Crystal Mill, perched above the river. Two shops and a doz-en cabins are reminders of the once-thriving community, but a few friendly summer residents also carry on. PIT STOP: HISTORIC COLORADO WATERING HOLES Detour from the ghost-town quest and relive the Old West at some of Colora-do’s oldest places to quench your thirst:

• The Centennial State’s longest-

surviving gold-rush-era business, Buffalo Rose Saloon in Golden, got its start as the international Bowling Saloon in 1859. Though established in 1862, the original building of The Mint in Silverthorne

has been taken apart and moved three times.

• Inside Aspen’s historic Hotel Je-

rome, J-Bar has been slinging boozy concoctions to the likes of John Wayne and Hunter S. Thompson since 1889. Not much has changed at the New Sheridan Bar in Telluride since its 1895 con-struction within a hotel of the same name, from the mahogany wood paneling to stiff pours.

• Dining and drinking venues have

been operating in The Minturn Sa-loon’s Vail Valley location since 1901.

*Exercise caution around all sites and be mindful of rapidly changing weather conditions, especially at high altitude. Taking souvenirs is strictly prohibited, but snap all the photos you like.

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SECRETARY WILLIAMS REMINDS HURRICANE DONORS TO CHECK THE CHARITY

News Release DENVER - Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williams is praying for those impacted by Hurricane Harvey, and he lauded Coloradans who have donated to the relief efforts. But Wil-liams urged contributors to be mindful when making a donation. "It is important for Coloradans to research the charities they support and trust that their donations are being used prudently," he said. "To this end, we encourage everyone to use CheckTheCharity.com to learn more about their favorite charities before making donations." Here are tips from the Colora-do Secretary of State's Office to try to avoid charity scams: 1. Ask for the registration number of

the charity and paid solicitor. 2. Make a note of the individual call-

er's first and last name and the name of the telemarketing compa-ny that employs the caller.

3. Ask the solicitor how much of the donation will go to the charity, whether the donation is tax deduct-ible, and what charitable programs it will support.

4. If solicited in person, ask for the solicitor's identification and regis-tration number.

5. Resist pressure to give on the spot, whether from a telemarketer or door-to-door solicitor, and be-ware if they thank you for making a pledge you don't remember mak-ing. If you feel uncomfortable, just say, "No, thank you."

6. Do not pay in cash. Donate by check made payable to the charity or use the charity's website to do-nate by credit card.

7. Make sure you are visiting the offi-cial website of the charity you wish to support, and beware of lookalike websites, especially if you are asked to provide personal financial information.

8. Research the charity's disclosure and financial statements on the Secretary of State's website.

9. Be wary if the charity fails to pro-vide detailed information about its identity, mission, finances and how the donation will be used. Reputa-ble charities will gladly provide the information requested.

10. Watch out for charities with names that sound similar to well-known organizations. These sound-alike names are intended to confuse.

In Texas, Houston Mayor Syl-vester Turner has established the

Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund, which will be administered by the Greater Houston Community Foundation. In addition, Williams urged donors to give to established charities with a physical presence in Texas. In Colorado, most charities that solicit contributions are required to register with the Secretary of State. The registration filings include infor-mation about the organization's leader-ship, mission, financial efficiency, and commercial fundraisers. Paid solicitors that raise funds in Colorado also regis-ter, and their disclosure forms show the duration and results of any solicita-tion campaigns conducted. Colorado residents may also access the state's annual reports on charitable giving at http://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/charities/annualReports.html. The reports ana-lyze and illustrate the information re-ported by registered charities and paid solicitors, most notably the results of the joint solicitation campaigns they conducted during the previous year. Consumers should report sus-pected fraudulent charitable solicita-tions to the Colorado Secretary of State's Office or the Attorney General's Office.

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Delta County School District 50J - In Session! Dolores County School District RE-2J - In Session! Durango School District 9-R - In Session! Garfield County School District 16 - In Session! Garfield School District No. Re-2 - In Session! Gunnison Watershed School District - In Session! Hinsdale County School District RE-1 - In Session! Mancos School District Re-6 - In Session! Mesa County Valley School District 51 - In Session! Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 - In Session! Montrose County School District RE-1J - In Session! Norwood School District - In Session! Ouray School District R-1 - In Session! Ridgway School District R-2 - In Session! Roaring Fork School District - September 5 (Grades 1-12), September 7 (Kindergarten) Silverton School - In Session! Telluride Mountain School - September 5 Telluride School District R-1 - In Session! West End Public Schools RE-2 - In Session! Adams State College - In Session! Colorado Mesa University - In Session! Colorado Mountain College - In Session! Delta-Montrose Technical College - In Session! (Most Classes) Fort Lewis College - In Session! Western State Colorado University - In Session!

Press Release HOTCHKISS - Landowners are invited to the “Forage Establishment, Renova-tion & Management Demonstration Plot Open House” on Friday, October 6, 9a to 1p, at the Delta County Fairgrounds (403 S. 4th Street, Hotchkiss, CO). The event will be located on the southeast corner of the fairgrounds, by the river. The demonstration plot offers a hands-on view of 17 species of irrigat-ed grasses and another 17 species of dryland grasses suited for the local ar-ea climate and soils. These grasses can be used for agricultural and natural resource conservation purposes, such as: growing hay, grazing livestock, weed suppression, erosion control, and enhancement of wildlife habitat.

Be sure to visit the CSU Tri-River Area Extension Open House and take a few minutes to tour the grass pasture demonstration plot and ask local experts your specific questions. Booths will be set up at various stations at the demonstration plot. You will be able to take a self-guided walking tour and discuss your property needs with professionals. Open House participants will also be able to observe newly seeded wildlife pollinator and livestock grazing mixes; notice difference in fertilizer treatments of irrigated grasses; view the new Bluetooth enabled soil mois-ture sensors; ask local experts your specific questions and discuss the best options to help you meet your agricul-

tural and natural resources manage-ment objectives. The project is a cooperative effort by CSU Extension, USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service, Delta Conservation District, Delta County, and the Colorado Association of Con-servation Districts. The program is free and there’s no cost to participate. For more infor-mation and to sign up for this workshop call 970-249-3935.

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very year hunt-ers make mis-takes in the field. Hunters might: shoot the wrong animal, accidentally kill

more than one animal, hunt in the wrong Game Management Unit, etc. Most of these mistakes can be avoided, although some are truly acci-dental. Officers for Colorado Parks and Wildlife understand that mistakes occur. If you make a mistake, your best course of action is to contact an officer as soon as possible to report

the problem. While you will still be sub-ject to penalties, they could be less severe if the officer determines that you are cooperative, that the error was not intentional, or that it was unavoida-ble given the circumstances. Hunters who make errors can be penalized with fines, suspension points against license privileges, felo-nies and misdemeanors, loss of meat, license suspension or confiscation of equipment. Penalties can be much more severe against those who pur-posefully attempt to hide mistakes from wildlife officers. Many errors can be prevented by carefully reading the Colorado Big

Game brochure. It is the hunter's re-sponsibility to know the rules and regu-lations of hunting. The brochure pro-vides a variety of important information that hunters must know. "Ignorance of the regulations is not a defense," says J Wenum, area wildlife manager in Gunnison. "There is a difference between a legitimate mistake and a careless error." To read CPW regulations, go to: cpw.state.co.us.

By Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Many offices will be

closed in observance of Labor Day, Monday, September 4, 2017.

The holiday will more than likely also affect

your trash pick up.

Remember to factor in the closed week day when

it comes to paying your bills!

Stay Safe!

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eehawken Dance is excited to be starting a new fall season of dance beginning September 5. Wee- hawken Dance offers a variety of dance classes including ba- llet, hip hop, jazz and tap for ages 2.5 to 18 years of age in Montrose, Ridgway & Ouray. This dance session will run for 12 weeks and culminate in a performance of "The Nutcracker" on December 9th and 10th at the Montrose Pavilion. Dance class tuition ranges from $162 for a 45-minute class to $285 for a 120-minute class. There is an additional $35 fee per class for any student wishing to perform in the Nutcracker and also a $25 annual registration fee per student. This season, Weehawken Dance has added a number of new offerings including Storybook Ballet, a non-performing ballet class for ages 2.5 to 5, Mix It Up Jazz for grades 6-12, and a year long Creative Dance program for ages 9-18. The program has also added non-performing aerial silks to their Montrose schedule, running Wednesday evenings at Black Canyon Gymnastics for ages 10 and up. Students are encouraged to register in advance through Weehawken Creative Arts at www.weehawkenarts.org or by calling Weehawken at 970-318-0150. A number of classes fill prior to the beginning of the session, so pre-registration is strongly encouraged. More details are available at weehawkenarts.org or facebook.com/weehawkendance.

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MEETINGS & CONTINUOUS EVENTS - All Counties 2017 SUMMER CYCLING JAMBOREE-Presented by Brown Cycles (GJ), various days from March 1-Oct 13, see full schedule here. ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP-2nd & 4th Mondays at Montrose United Methodist Church, 1p. Locate other Western Slope Alzheimer’s support groups here. AMERICAN LEGION AMATEUR RADIO CLUB-Meets 1st Monday of each month at Friendship Hall (Montrose Fairgrounds), 6p, you are invited if you have an interest in amateur radio for communications, events, or as a hobby, call Larry at 209-1527 for more information. ARROWHEAD CLEANUP DAYS-Volunteers needed to keep the mountain beautiful, volunteers meet at the Firehouse at 9a on various days, get more details and the cleanup schedule here. ASTRONOMY EVENING PROGRAMS-Every Wednesday & Friday at Black Canyon of the Gunnison (South Rim) through Sept 29, weather permitting. BEER TASTING-Every Friday from 3-6p, held at House of Spirits in Montrose (1518 E. Main St.), must be 21+. BENEFITS APPLICATION ASSISTANCE CLINICS-Region 10, Senior Community Care PACE and the Center for Independence host free clinics to assist seniors or persons with a disability fill out applications to apply for benefits, people can also bring in letters they have received to get an explanation on what their letters mean. or what their benefits are. 2nd/4th Tuesday: 1-230p, 300 N. Cascade Ave., Montrose. Call the Amy Rowan for more information 970-765-3123. If you are unable to make the clinic call Senior Community Care PACE's Certified Application Site at 970-901-7768. BINGO HOSTED BY AMERICAN LEGION POST #24-Every Saturday & Sunday at the Bingo Connection on E. Main St. in Montrose, 7p. BLACK CANYON ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY EVENING PROGRAMS-Held every Wednesday & Friday May-Sept, evening-time, held at Black Canyon National Park, learn more about BCAS at www.blackcanyonastronomy.com. BOSOM BUDDIES SUPPORT GROUP-Every Wednesday, 12-1p at 645 S 5th St., Montrose. For more information email info@bosombuddiesswc.org. CAREGIVER SUPPORT & NETWORKING GROUP-Come and enjoy a safe, supported, resource filled, and confidential environment for Caregivers to learn from one another about the challenges and rewards of caring for Loved Ones with dementia, illness, or disability. Groups meet 130 to 230p the 1st Wednesday & the 3rd Thursday of every month, sponsored by Region 10 ADRC Cost: Free. Location: Region 10, 300 N. Cascade Ave., Montrose. For more information call Amy Rowan 970-765-3123. CHAPEL OF THE CROSS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES-Held Thursdays & Sundays throughout the summer at the Chapel of the Cross (Cedaredge), times vary, get entire schedule here. COLORADO GUN CLASS-Concealed carry classes held throughout the month at different locations, find out more at colorado.gunclass.com. COMMUNITY EDUCATION CENTER CLASSES-Held throughout the year on various days at various hours, get entire schedule here. COMPLIMENTARY CARRIAGE RIDES-Every Saturday, June-Aug, Downtown Montrose, sponsored by Visit Montrose & put on by Y-Bar Hitch, 830a-130p. CONVENIENT CARE CLINIC-830-10a, River Valley Family Heath Center, Montrose Location (100 Tessitore Court, Suite B), 970-497-3333. CRESTED BUTTE MONTHLY FILM SERIES-Every third Thursday of the month, you can purchase your tickets online or 1/2 before the show. CROSS ORCHARDS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES-Every 3rd Friday in May, June, July, Sept., & Oct., held at Cross Orchard’s Historic Barn, 7-9p, $25. DELTA COUNTY CANCER SUPPORT GROUP-Last Friday of every month at Delta Hospital (Mesa Lake Classroom), bring a sack lunch, 1130a. DELTA COUNTY WOMEN’S CONNECTION DINNER & PROGRAM-Every second Thursday of the month, event is an outreach of Stonecroft Minis-tries, 530p-7p, held at Delta Christian Church (795 1600 Rd.) $10, RSVP by calling/texting Carol at 970-201-6612. DINNER AND A MOVIE-Every Tuesday night you can get two people into a free movie at the Avalon Theatre (GJ), with a dinner receipt from a local restaurant that night. More details can be found here. DURANGO FLEA MARKET-Open every Sunday through Oct 29, 7a-3p, La Plata County Fairgrounds. FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP-1st & 3rd Wednesdays at Montrose Memorial Hospital (Conf. Rm. C ), 130p, call Laird @ 970-275-2138 or Glen @ 970-596-1496. FINAL FRIDAY FROLICS-Held the last Friday of June, July, Aug, Sept, & Oct throughout Paonia, Hotchkiss, & Crawford, from 4-8p, more info. FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK-CEDAREDGE-Every first Friday from 5-7p, downtown Cedaredge. FIRST FRIDAY-GUNNISON-Every first Friday of the month from 5-8p, downtown Gunnison. FIRST FRIDAY-GRAND JUNCTION-Every first Friday of the month from 6-9p, downtown Grand Junction. FREE CHOLESTEROL SCREENING-Held by appointment only in the Montrose/Olathe areas, call Darlene Mora at 970-708-4719 to schedule an appointment, this offer is made through Tri-County Health Network. FREE FAMILY LAW CLINIC-Last Wednesday of every month, Montrose County Courthouse (Annie Trujillo) at 1200 North Grand, Noon to 130p. Sponsored by Uncompahgre Volunteer Legal Aid and the 7th Judicial District Bar Association. Call 970-252-4312 for information. FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT-Presented by Alpine Bank, various days from March 10-Oct 13, playing at The Sherbino (Ridgway), learn more here. FREE LUNCH-Served Mon-Fri at Christ’s Kitchen (Penn Mall, 2305 S. Townsend Ave., Montrose) from 1115a-1p. Call 970-249-1774 for more infor-mation. FRIDAY NIGHT JACKPOT TEAM ROPING-Every Friday night beginning 7/14/17, enter by 630p, rope by 7p, held at JG Ranch (Fruita), more info here. FRIDAY NIGHTS AT FOX FIRE FARMS-Held every Friday night through Sept 29 at Fox Fire Farms (Ignacio), get music lineup here. FRIDAYS AFTER 5-Every Friday throughout the summer, Downtown GJ will have later hours and live music, get more info here. FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS-Held at various locations around the Grand Valley, get the full schedule here. FRUITA RIMROCK RODEO-Tuesdays from June 6-Aug 22, grand finale Sept 23, held at Rim Rock Adventures Arena (Fruita), 7p, concessions on site, $10 ages 12-60, Free for age 11 and under, $30 family of 4 or more, $8 age 60+. FRUITA THURSDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES-Live music every Thursday at 325 E. Aspen St., 730p, free, get lineup here. GJ COMMUNITY CENTER COMMITTEE-Meets every first & third Friday of the month for discussion to get a community center, open to public, held at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Grand Valley (GJ), 930-11as, learn more about the group here.

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GRAND JUNCTION MOVIES IN THE PARK-Held once a month from June-Sept at Lincoln Park, starts at dusk, get movie lineup here. GRIEFSHARE—GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP-Held Tuesdays, 2p, Rosemont Baptist Church (Montrose), Aug 22-Nov 17. GUNNISON ARTS CENTER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES-Held various nights throughout the summer at GAC, get dates and lineups here. HEALTHY RHYTHM MUSIC SERVICES PRESENTS-Concerts held year round, check their website, healthyrhythm.net for more information, held at Healthy Rhythm Community Art Gallery (Montrose). I BAR RANCH SUMMER CONCERT SERIES-Held various nights through Sept 1 at I Bar Ranch (Gunnison), get more information and lineups here. KAFM CLASSIC FILM SERIES-First Tuesday of the month, 7p, starting Sept 5, $5, get full schedule here. KARAOKE-Every Friday from 8p-1a at Throttle & Spur Saloon (Delta). LATIN SUNDAYS-Every Sunday at Twisted Turtle (GJ), 21+, Latin music by a DJ, 7p-2a. LEARN SIGN LANGUAGE-Every Tuesday at the Kensho Total Wellness Day Spa (37 N. Nevada, Montrose), 6p, contact Angie Watson on Face-book for information on this class or her class in Delta. LIVE IN THE VINES CONCERT SERIES-Every other Friday from June 2-Sept 8, held at Wine Country Inn (Palisade), $5, 7p, get music lineup here. LIVE MUSIC EVERY SATURDAY-From 6-9p at Horsefly Brewing (Montrose). LIVE MUSIC EVERY SUNDAY-From 3-6p at The Eldo Brewery & Venue (Crested Butte). LIVE SHOWS AT THE UTE THEATER-Throughout the year, shows are held at The New Ute Events Center (Rifle), get schedule here. MONTROSE GENEALOGY FORE-KIN TRAILS BROWN BAG LUNCH AND LEARN PROGRAMS-Held at 12p every fourth Monday (January thru October) at The Warrior Resource Center 11 S Park Ave., all are welcome, 970-240-1755. MONTROSE PROFESSIONAL NETWORK-Every Wednesday morning from 730-830a, a group of professionals meets at Keller-Williams (Montrose) to network. Visitors are welcome! There is a cost to officially join the group. Contact Janine Rusnak for more information, j9publishing@gmail.com. MONTROSE STAMP (PHILATELIC) CLUB-Meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, 7-8p, for beginners to pros, please contact Brenda at 970-765-6948 for more information including meeting location. MUSIC ON THE MOUNTAIN-Almost every Saturday throughout the summer at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, get the lineup and schedule here. NATIVE AMERICAN DANCES-Every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday nights at 7p, Cortez Cultural Center, admission is free. NIGHTLY EVENING SUNSET TOURS ON LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL-$10 Hinsdale County residents, $18 adults, $8 for children 5 & under and seniors, capacity is 13 people, first come-first served, call to reserve a space: 970-944-2526, put on by the Town of Lake City. OLD WEST HERITAGE PERFORMANCES-Every Tuesday & Thursday at 7p, Cortez Cultural Center, admission is free. OPEN COFFEE CLUB-The 3rd Friday of every month, held at the GJ Business Incubator Center, 11a-12p, learn more here. OPEN FIGURE DRAWING-Every 1st & 3rd Saturday from 1-4p, held at Weekhawken Creative Arts (Ridgway), $20/session, get more information here. PARENTS NIGHT OUT-Held the 2nd & 4th Friday of every month, 6-9p, $10/child ($20 max), held at Montrose United Methodist Church, contact Shelly Hubbard at 970-417-9277 for more information, RSVPs only! SECOND SATURDAY FLEA MARKET-Every 2nd Saturday at Glenwood Springs Elk Lodge, 8a-1p. SECOND SATURDAY STROLL-Every 2nd Saturday in Downtown Delta, 10a-2p, shop Delta businesses for special sales during the stroll. SHOP SMALL WEEKENDS-Held 4 times a year at Mesa Mall, email tamara.krizman@washingtonprime.com or call 970-240-0009 for more info. SOM SHOE FACTORY TOURS-Held every Thursday from 10a-4p, tour the only shoe factory in the region, located in Montrose, learn more here. SPEAK EASY SWING NIGHT-Held every Friday night through Sept, 6-9p, held at The Phoenix Bean (Telluride), with Donavan Daily Jazz Trio. SUNDAYS AT 6-Every Sunday June-Aug held at Legion Park (Gunnison), 6-8p, free live music, put on by Gunnison Arts Center. THE ALPINE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB– Meets every second Tuesday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in the St Paul Room, 1855 St Mary’s Drive, Montrose. The public is welcome to attend. For more information, email alpinephotoclub@aol.com. THE LEGEND OF DANNY BOY-Live performance held at Henry Strater Theatre (Durango), get full schedule and tickets here. THE NORTH FORK CANCER SUPPORT GROUP-First Saturday of every month, 11a, Paonia Public Library. TOWNIE TUESDAY PICTURE SHOW-Every Tuesday at Ridgway Town Park, movies start at dusk, free, donations accepted, see lineup here. TRUE GRIT WALKING TOURS-Meet at 1045a on Fridays at Ridgway Visitors Center, $10, call 970-626-5181 for more information. WESTERN SHOOTOUT-Held 3 nights a week throughout the summer and into fall, live re-enactment at Strater Hotel (Durango), 7p. WILD HORSE MINISTRIES-Held various days and at various locations, get their 2017 schedule of events at www.wildhorseministries.com.

MEETINGS & CONTINUOUS EVENTS - All Counties (cont’d)

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FRIDAY SEPT 1st

Various Hours: Visionary Summit 2017 7p: All About Me playing at The Chicken Roost

SATURDAY SEPT 2nd

Various Hours: Visionary Summit 2017 3-8p: Gasoline Lollipops playing at Delicious Orchards

SUNDAY SEPT 3rd Various Hours: Visionary Summit 2017

MONDAY SEPT 4th No events listed.

Sept 9-Pea Green Pedal & 5K Fun Run, held at Confluence Park (Delta), races at 8a, 930a, & 1030a, $40, register here. Sept 9-What’s Up on Redlands Mesa?, beginning at Redlands Mesa Grange (Hotchkiss), ticket prices vary by activity, learn more here. Sept 16-TRA 4-H Golf Tournament, held at Devil’s Thumb (Delta), 8a, get more information here. Sept 16-Exploring Mosaic Art at the Creamery Art Center (Hotchkiss), register by 9-11, get more information here. Sept 21-Sept 24-17th Annual Mountain Harvest Festival, held in Paonia. Oct 7-Oct 8-Cedaredge Applefest.

THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

Delta County

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THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

FRIDAY SEPT 1st

7a-10p: 3rd Annual OHV Rally & Festival 6p: People Talkin’ playing at Packer Saloon 6p: The Motet playing at I Bar Ranch 7-9p: Crested Butte First Friday Family Film: School of Rock 730p: Zolopht playing in downtown Gunnison

SATURDAY SEPT 2nd

6a: Grand Traverse Mountain Run & Bike 7a-10p: 3rd Annual OHV Rally & Festival 10a-5p: 2017 Paragon Peoples Fair 7p: Hurricane Harvey Benefit at The Majestic 8p: Suzy Bogguss playing at Sportsman’s BBQ

SUNDAY SEPT 3rd

7a-10p: 3rd Annual OHV Rally & Festival 10a-4p: 2017 Paragon Peoples Fair 3-5p: Strut Your Mutt 2017

MONDAY SEPT 4th 7a-10p: 3rd Annual OHV Rally & Festival

Sept 9-19th Annual Chili & Beer Festival, held at the base of Crested Butte Mountain, get tickets here. Sept 16-Lake City Uncorked Wine & Music Festival.

Gunnison & Hinsdale Counties

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THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS! FRIDAY SEPT 1st

9a-6p: Durango Rally 3-630p: Tasting Day at Mac’s Liquors 5p: 2017 Durango Labor Day Party 530p: The Clods playing at Balcony Bar Backstage 7p: Claudia Nygaard playing at Henry Strater Theatre 7p: Dave Mensch playing at Moe’s 8p: Live Music at the Wild Horse 8p: The Black Velvet Band playing at the Derailed Pour House 930p: Six Dollar String Band playing at Balcony Bar Backstage

SATURDAY SEPT 2nd

9a-11p: Durango Rally 10a: Durango Brew Train 5p: 2017 Durango Labor Day Party 530p: Rewired Blues Band playing at Balcony Bar Backstage 7p: Love Letters performed at Durango Arts Center

7p: Claudia Nygaard playing at Henry Strater Theatre 8p: Live Music at the Wild Horse 10p: Bacon playing at Balcony Bar Backstage

SUNDAY SEPT 3rd

9a: Veterans Breakfast at Durango Elks Lodge 9a-10p: Durango Rally 10a: Durango Wine & Rails 10a-4p: Labor Day Yard Sale at Trimble Hot Springs 1-4p: Bacon playing at Purgy’s 2p: Love Letters performed at Durango Arts Center 4-7p: Hell Yeah! Tour at Crow’s Closet 4-8p: Talia Keys playing at Balcony Bar Backstage 5-7p: Hell Yeah! Tour at Backcountry Experience

MONDAY SEPT 4th 5-7p: Hell Yeah! Tour at Home Slice Pizza North

Now-Sept 9-Rock of Ages, The Broadway Musical, performed at Durango Arts Center, various days and times. Sept 21-Sept 24-iAm Music Fest, held in Durango. Sept 30-Durango Brew Train, headed to Cascade Canyon, The Blue Codes are performing, train leaves at 10a, get tickets here. Oct 1-Durango Wine & Rails, a wine-tasting aboard a train, 10a-440p, 21+, get tickets here. Oct 6-Cowboy Poetry Train, 10a-330p, get tickets and more information here. Oct 7-Oct 8-Peanuts™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express, also held Oct 14, 15, 21, & 22, ride the train to the pumpkin patch to meet Charlie Brown and Snoopy, get more information and tickets here. Oct 4-Oct 15-Peanuts™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express, also held Oct 21, & 22, ride the train to the pumpkin patch to meet Charlie Brown and Snoopy, get more information and tickets here. Oct 21-Oct 22-Peanuts™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express, ride the train to the pumpkin patch to meet Charlie Brown and Snoopy, get more information and tickets here. Nov 17-Jan 2-The Polar Express™ Train Ride, various hours and days, get schedule and ticket information here.

La Plata & Montezuma Counties

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THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

Sept 8-Sept 9-10th Annual Pork and Hops, held at Lincoln Park in GJ, get tickets and information here. Sept 9-2nd Annual Volunteer Fair, held at Mesa Mall, 10a-2p. Sept 10-Fruita Dog Daze. Sept 16-Tour de Vineyards, held throughout Colorado Wine Country (GJ area), get more information at tourdevineyards.com. Sept 16-Operation Independence Touch-A-Truck Family Fun Event, 10a-2p. Sept 16-Grand Junction Cinderella Preliminary Pageant, held at CMU, 10a-230p, get more information here. Sept 17-Fields of Faith, held at Central High School (GJ), 1-2p, open to everyone. Sept 22-Old Fossil Classic Golf Tournament, 9a shotgun start, sign your team up here. Sept 22-Sept 24-Fruita Fall Festival. Sept 23-Jump The Mesa horse show. Sept 23-Hispanic Heritage Festival at Mesa Mall, 11a-2p, free. Sept 30-Oct 1-Grand Junction Air Show Oct 21-Mesa Mall Fall Festival, 11a-4p, free. Oct 28-Fall Fest, held at Bookcliff Baptist Church (GJ), 2-5p. Oct 28-Grand Junction Cemetery Tour, 1-6p. Oct 28-Oct 29-Distilling 2.0 presented by the Lavender Association of Western Colorado, held at Mesa County Fairgrounds.

Mesa County

FRIDAY SEPT 1st

8a: Grand Valley Dressage Society Horse Show 130-430: Public Skate at Glacier Ice Arena 2-3p: The Band Wanted playing at The Atrium of Grand Valley 6p: Official CU Forever Buffs Grand Valley Watch Party 7p: Skillet playing at Las Colonias Park Amphitheater 7p: 25. Art exhibit at Omnia Contemporary 7p: DJ Rueben playing at Twisted Turtle 8p: La Original playing at Two Rivers Convention Center 8-9p: Flashlight Tag at Highline Lake State Park 9p: Nate Hancock and The Declaration playing at Cruisers 10p: Official Skillet After Party 10p: The Outer Vibe playing at Baron’s

SATURDAY SEPT 2nd

730a-230p: Colorado State Disc Golf Championships 8a: Grand Valley Dressage Society Horse Show 9a: Racing Drones in the Desert 9-1045a: SUP Yoga at Highline Lake State Park 12-3p: David Starr playing at Garfield Estates

12-4p: Public Skate at Glacier Ice Arena 2-4p: IDC Competition Company Boot Camp 7p: DJ Max playing at Twisted Turtle 7-10p: Starship playing at Las Colonias Park Amphitheater 8p: The Motet playing at Mesa Theater 9p: Ale House GJ Movie Night: Old School 9p: Night Hike at Highline Lake State Park

SUNDAY SEPT 3rd

730a-230p: Colorado State Disc Golf Championships 9a: Racing Drones in the Desert 1-4p: Public Skate at Glacier Ice Arena 6-8p: Labor Day Block Party at Bookcliff Baptist Church 7p: NEO Classical Indian Dance Performance 845p: La Original playing at Two Rivers Convention Center

MONDAY SEPT 4th 730a-230p: Colorado State Disc Golf Championships 12-9p: Labor Day Party at Bookcliff Country Club 1-4p: Broadcast of Twelfth Night on KAFM

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THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS! FRIDAY SEPT 1st

6p: Kris Lager Band playing at the Montrose Summer Music Series 7p: Dave’s Fault playing at RnR Sportsbar

SATURDAY SEPT 2nd

9-11a: Arrowhead Volunteer Fire Department Annual Pancake Breakfast 11a: Food Drive for the Victims of Hurricane Harvey at Pollard Brothers

4-7p: Hell Yeah! Tour at The Great Outdoors Company 7p: Opal Moon playing at Arrowhead Mountain Lodge 7-9p: The Brown Family playing at Camp Robber 9p: Fractalia playing at Town Hall Tavern {Happy Birthday Torrie!}

SUNDAY SEPT 3rd

No events listed.

MONDAY SEPT 4th No events listed.

Sept 8-Tokens of Affection performed at Magic Circle Players, Opening Night, 730p, get ticket information here. Sept 8 - Sept 10-Mountain States Ranch Rodeo Finals Weekend & Western Heritage Expo held at Montrose County Fair-grounds. Sept 9-Laff Inn Comedy, held at Canyon Creek B&B (Montrose), 7p, 21+, $15, get more information and tickets here. Sept 10-4th Annual Savor the San Juans. Sept 10-Let Your Love Fly butterfly release in remembrance of loved ones lost to suicide. Sept 15-Circle Three Cowboy Fellowship presents: The Kempters, held at their facility (62885 LaSalle Rd. Montrose), 630p, donations accepted. Sept 16-Denim & Diamonds, benefitting Dream Catcher Therapy Center 6p, $25, held at Montrose Pavilion, tickets sold at the door or call 970-323-5400. Sept 16-Circle 3 Cowboy Fellowship Gymkhana Series, also held Sept 23 & 30 & Oct 7, get more information here. Sept 16-Sept 17-Tribute to Aviation, held at Montrose Regional Airport, 9a-4p, free. Sept 21-Bubbles and Baubles fundraiser benefitting MAPA, 530p, $28, held at The Bridges (Montrose), learn more here. Sept 23-HRM Presents, “Rebecca Folsom: Live/In concert at the Gallery,” held at Healthy Rhythm Art Gallery (Montrose), 730p, purchase tickets here. Sept 23-7th Annual Kit Faragher Foundation Dinner and Wine, 530-11p, held at The Bridges (Montrose). Sept 23-Montrose “Rocks”! Autumn city-wide scavenger hunt, 9a-9p, learn more here. Sept 23-Voice of the San Juans Finals, held at the Montrose Pavilion, 630p, $35/$75, get more information here. Sept 26-Expo at the Oxbow Business Showcase, hosted by Montrose Chamber of Commerce & the Redcoats, held at Oxbow Crossing (Montrose), 530-7p, families welcome, $15 for vendor booth, call 970-249-5000 for more information. Sept 30-Oktoberfest, downtown Montrose, 1-6p. Sept 30-Oktoberfest, downtown Montrose, 1-6p, benefits All Points Transit, get information and tickets here. Oct 1-Montrose Community Band presents: The Color of Music, 3p, held at the Pavilion, free. Oct 7-1st Annual Kind & Dine, benefitting PEER Kindness, held at Antler Ridge (Montrose), 5-10p, $75, see where to purchase tickets here. Oct 9-HRM Presents, “Buddy Mondlock: Live at the Gallery,” held at Healthy Rhythm Art Gallery (Montrose), 730p, purchase tickets here. Oct 14-Montrose “Rocks”! Halloween & Autumn city wide scavenger hunt, 9a-6p, learn more here. Oct 21-Kipori Woods playing at The Lark & Sparrow (Montrose), 8p. Oct 28-D&G Railroad playing at Horsefly Brewery, 7p. Nov 11-Veteran’s Day Flag Dedication at the Community Rec Center, 1p. Nov 17-3rd Annual Crab Crack, benefitting Black Canyon Boys & Girls Club. Nov 18-The Gabrielle Louise Show playing at The Lark & Sparrow (Montrose), 730p. Dec 2-Montrose Rec District Field House Grand Opening, 11a, free use from 1130a-3p.

Montrose County

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THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

FRIDAY SEPT 1st

Various Hours: 100 Year Anniversary—Ouray County Fair 6-9p: Live music at the Lunchbox 730p: Session Americana playing at The Sherbino 730p: Fall Bird Migration Presentation at Ridgway State Park Visitor Center

SATURDAY SEPT 2nd

Various Hours: Ouray County Labor Day Rodeo 930a: “Hunger Games Archery” at Ridgway State Park Visitor Center 12-8p: Mensch playing at the Goldbelt Bar & Grill 7p: Black Canyon Barbershop Chorus playing at Ridgway State Park Visitor Center

SUNDAY SEPT 3rd

Various Hours: Ouray County Labor Day Rodeo

MONDAY SEPT 4th Various Hours: Ouray County Labor Day Rodeo

Sept 9-Ridgway Chamber Open, held at Divide Ranch & Club (Ridgway), benefits local businesses, sign up here. Sept 16-Log Hill Hustle, 5k/10k Fun Run, 7-10a, get more information here. Sept 17-Burlesque Class, 6 week class with final performances on Oct. 6 & 7th, get more information here.

Ouray County

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FRIDAY SEPT 1st

Various Hours: 44th Telluride Film Festival 930p: DJ Beatrixx Kiddo playing at The Liberty

SATURDAY SEPT 2nd

Various Hours: 44th Telluride Film Festival

SUNDAY SEPT 3rd

Various Hours: 44th Telluride Film Festival 9p: Joe Holt playing at The Liberty

MONDAY SEPT 4th

Various Hours: 44th Telluride Film Festival

THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS!

Sept 14-19th Annual Bob Miller Memorial Golf Classic, benefitting the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program, register here. Sept 15-Sept 17-24th Annual Telluride Blues and Brews Festival. Sept 21-Sept 24-Telluride Festival of Cars & Colors. Oct 13-Oct 15-8th Annual Telluride Horror Show.

San Miguel County

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THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS! FRIDAY SEPT 1st

Various Hours: Colorado State Fair Various Hours: Labor Day Weekend in Creede Various Hours: 5th Annual Silverton Western Movie Festival Various Hours: 22nd Annual Four Corners Folk Festival Various Hours: 6th Annual Yampa Valley Crane Festival Various Hours: Rangely Septemeberfest 11a-6p: 2017 Denver Parade of Homes 4p: Glenwood Springs HS Volleyball Kickoff BBQ Fundraiser 730p: Feeding Giants playing at Grove’s Black Dog Saloon 8p: Stone Deaf playing at Loyal Brother’s Lounge 9p: Josh Roberts & The Hinges playing at The Black Nugget

SATURDAY SEPT 2nd Various Hours: Colorado State Fair Various Hours: Labor Day Weekend in Creede Various Hours: 5th Annual Silverton Western Movie Festival Various Hours: 22nd Annual Four Corners Folk Festival

Various Hours: 6th Annual Yampa Valley Crane Festival Various Hours: Rangely Septemeberfest 1-6p: 6th Annual Salida Winefest 9a-3p: Steamboat Springs Wild West Air Fest 11a-6p: 2017 Denver Parade of Homes 7-9p: Robin Lore playing at Grove’s Black Dog Saloon 9p: Wyse & Code4 playing at The Black Nugget

SUNDAY SEPT 3rd Various Hours: Colorado State Fair Various Hours: Labor Day Weekend in Creede Various Hours: 22nd Annual Four Corners Folk Festival Various Hours: 6th Annual Yampa Valley Crane Festival Various Hours: Rangely Septemeberfest 11a-6p: 2017 Denver Parade of Homes

MONDAY SEPT 4th

Various Hours: Colorado State Fair Various Hours: Labor Day Weekend in Creede Various Hours: Rangely Septemeberfest 11a-6p: 2017 Denver Parade of Homes

Now-Oct 20-Red Rocks Summer Concert Series, get full schedule here. Sept 9-Sept 10-Silverton Colorfest Quilt & Craft Show.

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DISCLAIMER

Any tips or tricks published are to be performed

with common sense. They are found via the World

Wide Web and could possibly fail. If you have any of your own tried & true tips & tricks, email them

to Janine at j9publishing@gmail.com.

MONTROSIANS INVITED TO VOICE THEIR COMMUNITY PRIDE Press Release MONTROSE - Montrose residents have an opportunity to express pride of community by participating in the city’s 2017 celebration of Colorado Cities and Towns week (September 11-17). Enthusiasts can take part in three ways: (1) write a short paragraph about why you love Montrose, (2) compose a brief paragraph about what the “Montrose Lifestyle” means to you, and (3) indulge your fondness for social media by crafting a creative social media post (in videos, photos, or text) expressing your positive feelings about life in Montrose using the tags #MontroseCO and #MontroseLifestyle. “As the Visit Mont-rose team works on defining the Mont-rose Lifestyle, we want to reach out to our community and ask for help to re-fine the idea and add personal per-spectives,” said Rob Joseph, assistant city manager and director of the Mont-rose Office of Business and Tourism. “The Montrose Lifestyle is a concept we’re using to explain the ideal mix of business culture and Colorado living

that makes Montrose attractive to visi-tors, residents and those interested in relocating to the area. We’re excited to hear about what makes living in Mont-rose special.”

The Montrose City Council will review the responses and award prizes to the top two entries in each method of participation. First place winners in each receive $100 in Montrose Bucks and second place winners receive $50 gift certificates for merchandise at the Downtown Visitor Center. Participants can submit entries in one or more are-as.

Winners will be announced during the celebration week and en-tries will be featured on CityofMontrose.org and social media. Prizes will be awarded at the City

Council meeting on September 19. Entries along with contact information can be delivered to City Hall (433 S. First Street), emailed to info@visitmontrose.com with “I Love Montrose” in the sub-ject line, or posted to social media with the tags #MontroseCO and #MontroseLifestyle. Entries must be received no later than 6 p.m. on Monday, Sep-tember 11, to be eligible for prizes.

Colorado Cities & Towns Week is an annual celebration de-signed by the Colorado Municipal League to celebrate municipal govern-ment’s important role in providing es-sential services, fostering a healthy local economy, and elevating the quali-ty of life for everyone in the community.

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COLORADO ROCKIES FRI. 9/1: Rockies v. Diamondbacks (640p) ATRM SAT. 9/2: Rockies v. Diamondbacks (610p) ATRM SUN. 9/3: Rockies v. Diamondbacks (110p) ATRM

MON. 9/4: Rockies v. Giants (110p) ATRM TUES. 9/5: Rockies v. Giants (640p) ATRM WED. 9/6: Rockies v. Giants (640p) ATRM

THURS. 9/7: Rockies @ Dodgers (810p) ATRM

NASCAR

FRI. 9/3: Bojangles’ Southern 500 (4p) NBCSN

NOTE: NASCAR schedule is per nascar.com NOTE: Rockies schedule is per mlb.com

NOTE: GJ Rockies schedule is per milb.com

NOTE: PGA schedule is per pgatour.com NOTE: Broncos schedule is per denverbroncos.com *If any schedules are incorrect, please let me know!

GRAND JUNCTION ROCKIES FRI. 9/1: Rockies @ Idaho Falls (715p) MiLB.TV SAT. 9/2: Rockies @ Idaho Falls (715p) MiLB.TV

SUN. 9/3: Rockies v. Ogden 640p) MiLB.TV MON. 9/4: Rockies v. Ogden (1p) MiLB.TV

TUES. 9/5: Rockies v. Ogden (640p) MiLB.TV WED. 9/6: Rockies @ Ogden (630p)

THURS. 9/7: Rockies @ Ogden (630p)

PGA TOUR

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DENVER BRONCOS

MON. 9/11: Broncos v. Chargers (820p) ESPN

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lem slipping my shoe off and smashing it to death. But, if a butterfly flies near me (or moth or anything fluttery), I freak out! Well, this story isn’t about a but-terfly, but a spider….I think. You see, I was taking a shower recently (I mean, I do that daily...but this one specific inci-dent was “recently”), and I didn’t have my contacts in yet. Normally, I go about my merry way, but on this particular day a blurry little dark object caught my eye, way up in the corner of the ceiling of the shower area. I totally didn’t freak out. At first. I was lathering up my luscious locks with some volumizing shampoo when I no-ticed the little….thing. I was like, “Oh, no biggie...he’s so far away.” But then…. I am on my rinse cycle when all of a sudden, that blurry little dark thing…...is gone! I surveyed the area and found that it had moved about a foot over and while he was still high up there, he was now directly in front of me. Do not panic. I thought, “Okay, I’ll just lather up my loofah and keep an eye on the little sucker.” At this point, I am certain it’s a spider, but I can’t see him! Darn you near-sightedness! So I squint, in hopes that somehow making my eyes narrower, that would magically give me the 20/20 vision I needed to see what I was so very threatened by. Nope. I saw nothin’. Now I’m about to rinse off my soap when—I’m guessing due to the humidity—the spider slipped down about five inches on his little string making me scream like a little girl at a Jonas Brothers concert. OHMY GOODNESS!!! He almost fell on me!! Now, I am so startled I hunker down to the complete other side of the shower,

making sure to rinse all my soap off when he slipped off of his web again and WHOOOOOOP, there he goes….down another five-ish inches! Yup...I screamed. Again. By this time, my heart is palpitatin’ and I am about to say, “Screw the suds, I’m outta here!” But you see, I like to rinse off with cold water. And on this particular day, I was so burning with fear that I must’ve subconsciously decided that instead of jumping out, I’ll do the opposite and com-plete my cycle of madness. You can guess what hap-pened next. Little Mister Slippy McSlipperson slipped down his web a third time!! (What a disgrace to the spider-world). This time...I jumped, screamed, and swore at it. At this time, my shower is freezing and yet I keep squinting at him because I am still not sure what “it” really is. Then I thought, “Maybe it’s best I actually have no idea what this thing is.” But, you know how that works….once you’re scared, your mind plays tricks on you. Now I’m thinking he’s the most poisonous, vicious, man-eating spider in the world. Way to go Janine. Freaked out and frozen, I cautiously jumped out of the shower and never looked back. Unfortu-nately, I don’t have photo evidence, so you’ll just have to believe my freaky story. Let it serve as a lesson to eve-ryone—that before you disrobe and remove your

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Ben was “Star of the Day” in his Kindergarten class

so we celebrated with ice cream!