SBDC Hosts: WE Gather with PURPOSE – A Monthly Series for Women Entrepreneurs
Chaffee County FairgroundsClick HERE to Register! WE Gather 2025 Monthly Series Intent/Scope: Join us for the WE Gather 2025 Series, a transformative monthly event crafted by women, for women. Our series spans eight months, each featuring a three-hour session designed to amplify Purpose, People, and Profit, driving both business and personal growth. Why Attend? Expert Insights and Practical Workshops: Each session blends expert advice with practical exercises in leadership, financial management, and personal well-being. HerStory Features: Learn from the success stories of local women entrepreneurs. Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers during dedicated meet-and-greet times and enjoy morning snacks and midday breaks included with your registration. Special Expos: Attend special afternoon expos focusing on funding (May), holistic health services (June), and a showcase of women-owned businesses selling their products and services (September). What Will You Gain? Actionable insights and tools to empower your business endeavors. Clear steps and processes to apply immediately to your business or personal goals. Series Schedule: January 30, 2025: WE Gather with PURPOSE February 27, 2025: WE Gather with PROFIT March 27, 2025: WE Gather with TECHNOLOGY April 24, 2025: WE Gather with REINVENTION May 22, 2025: WE Gather with FUNDING + Expo June 12, 2025: WE Gather with WHOLE HEALTH + Expo August 21, 2025: WE Gather with COURAGEOUS RESILIENCE September 25, 2025: WE Gather with THE CREATIVE PIVOT + Expo WE Gather empowers you to thrive both professionally and personally, fostering significant economic impact and community transformation in rural Colorado. Supported by ongoing consulting from the Central Mountain SBDC, this series is more than an event—it’s a vibrant community merging strategic clarity with digital advancements to inspire transformative change. Ready to transform? Join us for one or all of these interactive and rewarding sessions. January 2025 - WE Gather with PURPOSE - A Monthly Series for Women Entrepreneurs Description: Are you ready to lead your life and business with greater clarity and intention? Join us for "WE Gather with PURPOSE," the inaugural event of our WE Gather monthly series. This gathering is designed for women entrepreneurs who seek to align their business and life with a deeper sense of purpose. Together, we will explore, define, and expand our personal and professional purpose, fostering a community where authenticity and heart-centered leadership thrive. In this interactive session, you’ll receive the tools, insights, and unwavering support you need to align your business with what truly matters—to you, your clients, and your team. By leading with purpose, you not only empower yourself but also create a ripple effect of positive change within your community and beyond. Why Attend? Discover + Expand Your Purpose: Through expert-led discussions and engaging exercises, you'll uncover your core values and passions, helping you articulate a purpose that resonates deeply with your true self. Learn from Experts: Gain wisdom from Jamie Billesbach, a seasoned coach in purpose-driven entrepreneurship, and experts in cultivating purpose-led strategies for business success. Their guidance will help you navigate your journey with confidence and clarity. Connect and Collaborate: Immerse yourself in a nurturing environment where like-minded women entrepreneurs come together to share their stories, challenges, and triumphs. Together, we create a space where every voice is heard, and every experience is valued. Take Action: Leave with a clear, actionable plan to integrate your purpose into every aspect of your business. Make 2025 a ...
Webinar: How to Sell Your Business to Your Employees: Save Rural Businesses through Employee Ownership
Have you ever thought about succession planning for your business? What about turning it into an employee owned cooperative when you are ready to retire or sell? Business owners thinking of retiring in the next few years now have more options, at a lower cost than ever. Funding is available for rural businesses to explore selling to a group of employees. Join this webinar to learn if it could work for you. Learn about: Attracting & retaining staff through ownership opportunities What selling your business to employees means & looks like Accessing grants & tax credits to make it happen Click HERE for more details!
Crafting, Sewing and Leatherwork at A Church
A ChurchEvery Friday from 9-1 we will be Crafting at A Church! We have some ideas for crafts on hand or if you have a project you need to finish bring it out. We have some supplies for our suggested craft, but for some ideas you might have to bring something.... we suggest reusing what you have..... We can still make the mushroom garland but will be making holiday garland and other paper crafts. If you want to make the mushroom garland bring 6 hollowed out cuties (little oranges) cut in 1/2 and dried. ~Bring old cards or fun paper to make gift tags. ~Bring random yarn for yarn baskets. We also invite yo to sew, cross stitch, felt, etc. Charles will be here to teach basic skills about leatherwork. Lunch is provided by Pizza Rio!
Little Shredders- Roller Skating, Skateboarding and Scooters For Age 7 and Under at Ramps and Alleys
Ramps & Alleys Skate ShopLittle Shredders- Roller Skating, Skateboarding and Scooters For Age 7 and Under at Ramps and Alleys Every Friday from 10am-noon, from August 16th-April 25th at Ramps and Alleys, 645 E. Rainbow Blvd. $10 per session.
Free live music at Tres Litros Beer Co. by The Chaffee Experiment!
Tres Litros Beer CompanyCome out for Free live music at Tres Litros Beer Co. by The Chaffee Experiment!
Salida Aspen Concerts: Local’s Concerts
A ChurchJoin Salida Aspen Concerts for a showcase of incredible local talent with performances by vocalists Liz Riley, Jennifer Van Eps, & Mary Sandell; harpist Leonard Jacome; pianist Dr. Yufen Chou, & more. A Church in Salida: 419 D St. February 1st; doors open at 6:00pm; concert begins at 6:30pm February 2nd; doors open at 1:30pm; concert begins at 2:00pm Purchase tickets here: https://www.salidaaspenconcerts.org/store/
Salida Aspen Concerts: Local’s Concerts
A ChurchJoin Salida Aspen Concerts for a showcase of incredible local talent with performances by vocalists Liz Riley, Jennifer Van Eps, & Mary Sandell; harpist Leonard Jacome; pianist Dr. Yufen Chou, & more. A Church in Salida: 419 D St. February 1st; doors open at 6:00pm; concert begins at 6:30pm February 2nd; doors open at 1:30pm; concert begins at 2:00pm Purchase tickets here: https://www.salidaaspenconcerts.org/store/
Fly Tying Night hosted by The Next Eddy at Tres Litros Beer Co.!
Tres Litros Beer CompanyCome out for Fly Tying Night hosted by The Next Eddy at Tres Litros Beer Co.!
Parent Toolkit for Kids Class
Boys & Girls Club-SalidaThe Parent Toolkit for Kids class will be running on Monday nights, 5:30pm-7:30pm, from January 27th-February 24th at the Boys and Girls Club in Salida. This class is designed for parents and caregivers of children ages 9-14, to help them support their kids in making good choices. Some of the topics that will be covered include: The class is free of charge, and dinner will be provided! Free childcare will also be available for children up to age 14. For more information, contact Savanna Moorefield at smoorefield@chaffeecounty.org, (719) 530-2579.
BV Mountain Adventures AIARE 1- Snowshoe Class
AIARE 1 - Snowshoe Friday February 07-09, 2025 Do you want to snowshoe in or near avalanche terrain? This class is for students who use snowshoes to travel on snow. AIARE 1 is a three-day / 24-hour introduction to avalanche hazard management. Students can expect to develop a good grounding in how to prepare for and carry out a backcountry trip, to understand basic decision making while in the field, and to learn rescue techniques required to find and dig up a buried person (if an avalanche occurs and someone in the party is caught). www.bvmountainadventures.com/products/aiare-1-snowshoe
In Person Driver’s Ed Classes in Salida!
Starting Feb. 7, Anshor Driving School is offering a 30 hour In Person Drivers Ed Class in Salida! This class meets every Friday from 8am-4pm. Students 14.5 to 17.5 years old can register. Call 719-398-1405 for details or register at anshordriving.com
Crafting, Sewing and Leatherwork at A Church
A ChurchEvery Friday from 9-1 we will be Crafting at A Church! We have some ideas for crafts on hand or if you have a project you need to finish bring it out. We have some supplies for our suggested craft, but for some ideas you might have to bring something.... we suggest reusing what you have..... We can still make the mushroom garland but will be making holiday garland and other paper crafts. If you want to make the mushroom garland bring 6 hollowed out cuties (little oranges) cut in 1/2 and dried. ~Bring old cards or fun paper to make gift tags. ~Bring random yarn for yarn baskets. We also invite yo to sew, cross stitch, felt, etc. Charles will be here to teach basic skills about leatherwork. Lunch is provided by Pizza Rio!
Little Shredders- Roller Skating, Skateboarding and Scooters For Age 7 and Under at Ramps and Alleys
Ramps & Alleys Skate ShopLittle Shredders- Roller Skating, Skateboarding and Scooters For Age 7 and Under at Ramps and Alleys Every Friday from 10am-noon, from August 16th-April 25th at Ramps and Alleys, 645 E. Rainbow Blvd. $10 per session.
