Friday, February 14

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 and get to know other kids, parents and caregivers. Meet at the Nederland Community Library located at 200 Highway 72.

Family Movie Matinee: Bring the kids for free popcorn and a movie as we watch a family-friendly film in the meeting room. This week’s showing will be “Sonic 3.” PG. 1h 50m. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Gilpin County Public Library located at 15131 Highway 119, Black Hawk. 

Saturday, February 15

The Great Backyard Bird Count: Join Wild Bear birders on a free walk around downtown Nederland participating in this global community science initiative. The Great Backyard Bird Count started in 1998, helping scientists learn more about birds just before one of their annual migrations. Meet at Wild Bear, located at 20 Lakeview Drive in Nederland at 7:30 a.m. 

Oscar Movie Preview: Join us for popcorn and a movie as we watch “Wicked.” Rated PG. 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Gilpin County Public Library located at 15131 Highway 119.

Monday, February 17

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 mindfulness meditation practice and discussion group for experienced meditators meeting at the Gilpin County Public Library every Monday at 6 p.m. If you are interested in attending the group, please schedule a brief introductory phone call before your first meeting by contacting Alisa Witt at wittalisa@gmail.com, or call 847-890-5262 to provide a good time to schedule the introductory call. If you have never meditated before or would like instruction and direct support to develop your practice, Alisa can put you on a waiting list and when a minimum of five people have joined the list, she will announce the free class will begin in 2-3 weeks. 

Meditation and Mindfulness: Practice meditation, explore readings, and join discussions in this free program at Nederland Community Library, located at 200 Highway 72. First and third Monday of every month at 5:30 p.m. No meditation experience necessary! Please email Eric at davis.eric.alan@gmail.com with any questions.

Tuesday, February 18

Philosophy Club: This week’s topic is Marcus Aurelius: Meditations. We welcome newcomers and suggestions for new topics. Please email nederlandlibraryphilosophyclub@gmail.com to register for the program and receive this month’s recommended reading. Meet at the Nederland Community Library located at 200 Highway 72 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Navigating Medicare: Presented by Martha “Pidgeon” Johnson and Tim Wilson-Humphries, learn the A’s, B’s, C’s, and D’s of Medicare in this comprehensive presentation. We’ll help beneficiaries get the details they need to be informed when choosing their Medicare options, as well as sharing important coverage dates. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Gilpin County Public Library located at 15131 Highway 119. 

Wednesday, February 19

Children’s Storytime: Join us every Wednesday morning for our Children’s Storytime. Most of our children range from 0 to 5 years of age but all children are welcome. Enjoy stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and more. A themed craft will follow every storytime. The previous week’s crafts are available while supplies last. 10 to 11 a.m. at the Gilpin County Public Library located at 15131 Highway 119.

Pop-up Food Pantry and Human Services: Get your produce, dairy and meat as well as shelf stable items. Help with human service benefits. Hosted by Toss, located at 63 Main Street in Rollinsville, from 11 to 1 p.m.

Saturday, February 22

Skywatchers: Astronomy and telescope group. Everyone is welcome! Contact Barbara & Leonard David at 303-494-7677 if interested. Meet from 7 to 9 p.m. at the CCCIA Hall located at 31528 Highway 72.

Sunday, February 23

Parent’s Afternoon Out: Everyone’s favorite! Guardians and caregivers can drop off their child at the Nederland Community Library for an afternoon of craft, games and a movie. Must be over the age of 5. 1 to 4 p.m. at 200 Highway 72. 

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