Thursday, March 14

The Nederland Food Pantry and Clothing Closet are available to residents of our Peak to Peak community every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. until noon in the west wing of the Nederland Community Center, 750 Highway 72. For more information visit https://nederlandfoodpantry.org.

The Mountain People’s Co-op Board meets on the second Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Nederland Community Library Community Room, 200 Highway 72 North. Find more information on social media at https://www.facebook.com/nederlandcoop.

Friday, March 15

Friday Storytime: Read books, sing songs, learn some ASL, and get the wiggles out in the first half hour, followed by free play. The Nederland Community Library hosts story time every Friday morning from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. for ages 0 - 4 years. Visit https://nederland.libcal.com for more information.

Saturday, March 16

The Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Association presents the Shamrock Shuffle Dance Party on Saturday, March 16 from 4 to 6 p.m. Join us for an evening of fun for the entire family at Coal Creek Canyon Community Hall, 31528 Colorado Highway 72, Golden. For more information please email cccia80403@gmail.com.

Peak to Peak Chamber of Commerce Monthly Social: Connect with entrepreneurs, share inspiration, and take a break from the daily grind at Diner Bar, 121 North Jefferson Street, Nederland, on Saturday, March 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. Complimentary buffet and cash bar. To RSVP, email Patrice LeBlanc at director@peaktopeakchamber.org.

Gilpin County Public Library Movie Night: Join us for popcorn and a movie as we watch American Fiction, Rated R, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Gilpin County Public Library, 15131 Highway 119, Black Hawk. Visit us online at www.gilpinlibrary.org for more information.

Monday, March 18

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

The Mountain Meditation Circle is a free and open group that has been meeting every Monday evening at 6 p.m. for the last four years at the 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 Witt at wittalisa@gmail.com or 847-890-5262 to provide your contact information.

Women + Business + AI Workshop: Founders and Funders: Supporting Women-owned Businesses in the Peak to Peak Region. Join us for a lively evening as we dive into the world of artificial intelligence. This event is a perfect blend of learning, empowerment, and fun. Explore the possibilities of AI in a welcoming and spirited atmosphere. Crafted for non-technical women. Workshop Presented by Nichole Sterling, Co-Founder, Women Defining AI. Monday, March 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hub Ned, 80 Big Springs Road, Nederland. Co-Hosted by Hub Ned and SmartReg Consulting. Register now: bit.ly/3SXkJVx.

Tuesday, March 19

Philosophy Club: Love studying the inner workings of reality? Love waxing philosophically? Love classical thinkers? This is the club for you! Our second meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 19 at 5:15 p.m. at the Nederland Community Library, 200 N Highway 72. Snacks and refreshments will be available. Email Asa, asa@nedlib.org, with any questions and don’t forget to register online at https://nederland.libcal.com/event/11810400.

Wednesday, March 20

Preschool Storytime: The Gilpin County Public Library hosts story time every Wednesday morning from 10 to 11 a.m. for ages 0 - 5 years. Join Children’s Librarian Deb Benitez for stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and more. A themed craft will follow every story. Previous week’s crafts are available until supplies run out, https://www.gilpinlibrary.org.

Community Connections is a monthly webinar series featuring Forest Service staff and community members sharing information and experience from their fields of expertise, with the goal of deepening our connection to the land around us. This month’s presentation topic is “Wild and Scenic Rivers.” Join us the third Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. on Microsoft Teams. For more information visit: www.fs.usda.gov/arp.

Thursday, March 21

Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Association (CCCIA) Easter Egg Stuffing: Help stuff 1000 Easter eggs from 10 a.m. until noon, for egg hunt next Saturday, March 23. At the Coal Creek Canyon Community Center at 31528 Highway 72. For more information contact Suzy at 303-642-7300 or 720-591-1140.

Teen Trivia Night: Hey smartypants! It’s Teen Trivia Night at the Nederland Community Library, 200 Highway 72 from 4:15 until 5:30 p.m. Are you and your pals the nerdiest nerds in town? Prove it! Test your knowledge of various topics and you could win a prize! Nom nom…there will be free pizza. Please sign-up early to secure a spot (and a slice of pizza). Register online at: nederland.libcal.com/event/12194792.

Saturday, March 23

Free Carousel Rides All Day: Join us in Memory of Glenna and Tom Carline for free rides at the Carousel of Happiness. The Carousel opens at 10 a.m. and the last ride begins at 4:45 p.m. Inspire happiness with us! Take a ride and give what you can to support our non-profit carousel. For more information visit us online at www.carouselofhappiness.org.

Giant Spring Egg Hunt hosted by TEENS, Inc.: Join us from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Teen Center, 151 East Street, Nederland, for our giant egg hunt. The spring egg hunt begins at 11 a.m. A very special bunny may make an appearance. $5 suggested donation. For more information please email stazi@teensinc.org.

Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Association (CCCIA) Eggstravaganza: This special Easter event hosted by United Power is for Coal Creek Canyon children. Join us for Easter activities from noon until 2 p.m. at the Coal Creek Canyon Community Center at 31528 Highway 72. For more information contact Suzy at 303-642-7300.

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Self Help Meetings

Tuesday Night Nederland Cross Talk Meeting A Big Book meeting at 7 p.m. online via Zoom. For more information visit https://bouldercountyaa.com/meetings/tuesday-night-nederland-cross-talk-meeting.

The Morning Group Group meeting every Thursday morning at 8 a.m. online via Zoom. For more information visit https://bouldercountyaa.com/ meetings/the-morning-group.

Nederland Group A hybrid meeting every Friday night at 7 p.m. at St. Rita’s Catholic Church at 326 Highway 119, Nederland, and online via Zoom. For more information visit https://bouldercountyaa.com/meetings/nederland group.

Coal Creek Canyon A meeting held every Wednesday evening from 7 to 8 p.m. Sponsored by Ed at 303-589-5056. For more information please visit https://https://www.coalcreekcanyon.org/calendar.

Gilpin County H.A.L.T. An in-person meeting every Sunday at 6 p.m. held at 226 E. First High Street, Central City. https://findrecovery.com/aa_ meeting/gilpin-county-h.a.l.t.-central-city/.

Gilpin County H.A.L.T. A Big Book meeting every Wednesday at 7 p.m. held at 226 E. First High Street, Central City. https://findrecovery.com/aa_meeting/gilpin-county-h.a.l.t.-central-city/.

Narcotics Anonymous 12 Step Meeting This is an open hybrid meeting - anyone can attend - on Sundays from 6 to 7 p.m. at Nederland Presbyterian Community Church, 210 North Jefferson Street, Nederland, or online via Zoom (Meeting ID# 893 7194 1883). We hope to see you there sometime.

For additional meetings in Boulder County visit https://bouldercountyaa.com/meetings/ and for meetings in Gilpin, Black Hawk, Central City, and nearby areas visit https://findrecovery.com/aa_ meetings/co/black-hawk/. For help finding meetings or recovery support for you or a loved one please call: 866-641-9190.