Friday, June 5

Family Movie Matinee: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie: Bring the kids for free popcorn and a movie as we watch the family-friendly film "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" in the meeting room.  PG, 1h 41m. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Gilpin County Public Library, 15131 Highway 119, Black Hawk.

Lotus and Lion Art Exhibition: Lotus and Lion is a landmark international exhibition showcasing the work of 45 visionary contemporary artists from across the globe. Through painting, sculpture, printmaking, and mixed media, this powerful collection explores how sacred Buddhist and Hindu iconography continues to inspire, transform, and thrive in the hands of today’s artists. Join us for our opening reception, 5 to 6 p.m. at Shoshoni Yoga Retreat, 1400 Shoshoni Camp Road, Rollinsville. 

Saturday, June 6 

Nederland Town Clean Up Day: Drop off your trash and recycling and help keep your community clean! $20 per truck bed load of trash. 8 a.m. until the dumpsters are full at the Nederland Transfer Station, 286 Ridge Road. 

Coal Creek Canyon Cleanup: Meet at the CCCIA hall for bags and pick your favorite part of the canyon to help clean! Volunteer at coalcreekcanyon.org/canyon-clean-up. 8 to 10 a.m., CCCIA, 31528 Highway 72, Golden.

Sunday, June 7

TEG Annual Meeting: Please join us for our annual Membership Meeting! Update and discussion on where we are in the legal fight against the Gross Reservoir Expansion, and what comes next for TEG. 4 to 5:30 p.m. CCCIA, 31528 Highway 72, Golden.

Nederland Farmers Market: Browse local artisan crafts, art, and food while enjoying live music in the heart of Nederland! 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 80 East 2nd Street, Nederland.

Free Fishing Clinic: Join us for a fun day of fishing in Central City with prizes and snacks! Fishing licenses are not needed thanks to CPW Free Fishing Weekend. Youth poles are available. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., William C. Russell Park, King Flats Road, Black Hawk.

Mountain Skies Astronomy: Leslie is back and invites you to a night stargaze from the back porch of The Old Gallery. Bundle up and take in the majesty of the night sky! Bring binoculars if you want additional clarity of some night sky features. The Old Gallery, 14863 Highway 7, Allenspark.

Wednesday, June 10

Summer Reading Kickoff Party: Join us at the library as we get the party started for the summer. This year will feature a bouncy house, a balloon animal artist, and a bubble station. Come enjoy a morning of fun as we kick off the 2026 Summer Reading Program. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Gilpin County Public Library, 15131 Highway 119, Black Hawk.

Friday, June 13

Water Conservation and Rainwater Collection: How has Colorado’s drought impacted Gilpin County and what can residents do? We will discuss the state of Colorado drought, how the county is conserving water, and learn water conservation practices to reduce indoor and outdoor water use. Rainwater collection laws and practical uses in the mountains will be described. Hosted by Gilpin CSU Extension. Free event. For more information, email Jennifer.cook@colostate.edu or call 303-582-9106. 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Gilpin Exhibit Barn, 230 Norton Drive, Black Hawk. 

Sunday, June 14

This Is Your Land Jam: Live music in the reading garden! There will be face painting, hula hoops, sing-along favorites and dancing. Bring a picnic; dessert will be on us. 5 to 7 p.m. at the Nederland Community Library, 200 Highway 72. 

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