Friday, September 19

Trivia Night at Very Nice Brewery: Both Nederland and Gilpin tap rooms. The theme is Body Works, regarding the human body. 7 to 9 p.m., 120 Lakeview Drive, Unit 112, Nederland and 180 Jankowski Drive, Black Hawk.

Saturday, September 20

Nederdays of Art: Explore art all around Nederland! Maps are available at the Nederland Library. Dress in your most colorful outfit and participate in Nederdays of Art activities for a chance to win a prize. Sidewalk art, t-shirt tie-dying. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Nederland at participating artist locations. Spinning Silica will host a closing ceremony at 5 p.m. at 20 Lakeview Drive #208, Nederland. 

Peak to Peak People’s Festival: All are welcome to this family-friendly event! Featuring four bands, activities for kids and adults, a visit from a Grassfed Guardians yak, wine, beer and food trucks, public speakers, and information on community vendors. 1 to 7 p.m., The Barn at the Community Center, 250 Norton Drive, Black Hawk.    

Fall Leaf Suncatchers: As part of the Nederland’s community-wide Day of Art, we’ll be getting in the leaf-peeping mood by crafting beautiful fall leaf suncatchers. Drop in to pick up a kit and get out there and start selecting your leaves! Or come in and craft in-house with us. 10 to 11 a.m., Nederland Community Library, 200 Highway 72 North, Nederland.

Fall Festival at Hilltop Guild: The Boutique and the Bunce School Museum will be open for browsing. The free Bunce School Museum is just a short walk from the Kelley House, at 24 Bunce School Road. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hilltop Guild, 18720 Highway 7, Allenspark.

Sunday, September 21

125th Elks Lodge Anniversary BBQ: Free hamburgers and brats. Bring a side to share. 3 to 6 p.m. at the Elks Lodge 557, located at 113 Main Street, Central City.

Tuesday, September 23

Information on Mill Levy Increase: Learn about the proposed increase that will be on November’s ballot from the Coal Creek Canyon Volunteer Fire Department. Bring your questions. 6:30 to 8 p.m., CCCIA Hall, 31528 Highway 72, Golden. 

Wednesday, September 24

Low Vision Resources: Analisa Manzione will join the Nederland Area Seniors for lunch and provide a brief overview of the new vision resources at the Nederland Library. 12 to 1 p.m., 200 Highway 72, Nederland.

Art Club: Hosted by James Navratil. Located in the Senior Lounge. All levels are welcome. 1 p.m., Nederland Community Center, 750 Highway 72 North, Nederland.

Thursday, September 25

Trivia Night at Very Nice Gilpin: Hosted by Golden Gate State Park to benefit Always Choose Adventure. 6 to 8 p.m., 180 Jankowski, Black Hawk.

Trivia Night at Busey Brews: Nederland Area Seniors will be the featured organization at their Thursday night trivia. Look out for NAS-Specific trivia questions. 6 p.m. to close, 70 E 1st Street, Nederland.

Night of Community Engagement: Come and meet with Gilpin's Sheriff’s Office staff and talk about concerns, ask your questions, and learn about what the Sheriff’s Office is working on. 6:30 to 8 p.m., Gilpin County Community Center, 250 Norton Drive, Black Hawk.

Friday, September 26 through Sunday, September 28

Oktoberfest: Don your lederhosen and grab your stein! Celebrate Oktoberfest with us. We will have themed games for prizes and special Octoberfest food. Live music from Tyler Grant on Saturday. At the Richman Beer Garden from 3 to 9 p.m. all three days. 111 Richman Street, Black Hawk.

Saturday, September 27

Calvary Chapel’s Annual Harvest Fest: Fun for the whole family. Shop, eat and play! Free face painting, harvest games, Navajo tacos and jewelry; live music. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 275 Highway 72, Nederland. 

Sunday, September 28

Nederland Farmers Market: Shop a variety of local artisan food and crafts vendors while enjoying live music right in the heart of Nederland! 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 80 East Second Street, Nederland. 

Brunch with Bookman: Come celebrate with us while we honor Hughes Moir, one of Nederland Community Library’s founding members and our first Board President. We will unveil and dedicate the seven-foot tall sculpture created by local artist, Bill Ikler in honor of Moir. The celebration includes live music, upcycled book craft, and light refreshments. 12 to 1:30 p.m., Nederland Community Library, 750 Highway 72 North, Nederland. 

Touch a Truck: Hosted by Martin Marietta. A day of free educational and interactive family fun. Climb up into the seat of a giant haul truck, get in the bucket of a quarry loader. Emergency equipment and personnel, petting zoo, food truck. Fundraising by Rotary Clear Creek. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Martin Marietta Walstrom Quarry, 33501 Highway 6, Idaho Springs.

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