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Salida Chamber Calendar


Calendar subject to cancellations or postponements due to COVID-19.

Salida Theater Presents Love…really??

A Church

Salida Theater Project presents Love...really?? A Church: Wednesday, February 14 and Thursday, February 15 at 7:00 PM A comedic evening of Reader’s Theater: Unconventional love stories featuring snippets from: Human Events by A. R. Gurney Directed by Greta Hooston Beyond Therapy by Christopher Durang Directed by Devon Kasper How to Transcend a Happy Marriage by Sarah Ruhl Directed by Allen Lane Spike Heels by Theresa Rebeck Directed by Greg West Tickets $18 in advance $20 at the door.  Click HERE to purchase tickets!

Free Community Meeting: What’s Up Salida?!

Salida Community Center

Join us for What’s Up Salida?!, a free networking event, which is open to the public! This event will take place Thursday, February 15th, from 8:30-9:30am, at the Community Center. Hear what is happening from: Downtown & Uptown businesses Elected Officials Chaffee County and the City of Salida The Heart of the Rockies Chamber, Salida – Chaffee County Q & A time and discussion opportunities. Coffee will be provided. Please bring your reusable mug!

Salida Bridge Club

Hampton Inn & Suites 787 US 50, Salida, CO, United States

Want to learn how to play Bridge? Love Bridge, but haven’t played in a while? Or maybe you’re an avid player… Everyone is welcome to join in to this fun afternoon of Bridge!

Family Fun Night at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center

Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center

5-8pm at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center Fun & games in the pool including basketball, floating volleyball, rings, and many more! Drop-in Prices: $10 adults, $5 youth, $2 children. Membership and Access Passes can also be used for admission.

Salida Theater Presents Love…really??

A Church

Salida Theater Project presents Love...really?? A Church: Wednesday, February 14 and Thursday, February 15 at 7:00 PM A comedic evening of Reader’s Theater: Unconventional love stories featuring snippets from: Human Events by A. R. Gurney Directed by Greta Hooston Beyond Therapy by Christopher Durang Directed by Devon Kasper How to Transcend a Happy Marriage by Sarah Ruhl Directed by Allen Lane Spike Heels by Theresa Rebeck Directed by Greg West Tickets $18 in advance $20 at the door.  Click HERE to purchase tickets!

Apogee Art Studio Closing Show/Sale

Salida Scout Hut

Apogee Studio, the artwork studio of Fay Golson, will be closing soon. There will be an artwork sale with drastically reduced prices at the Salida Scout Hut on Friday, Feb 16, from 10am to 5 pm. Many sizes and price variations will be shown. Fay will be moving to Billings, Mt where she has delivered and sold her artwork to The Yellowstone Art Museum on several occasions. “I am saddened to leave Salida and its generous and warm population, my many friends, and the beautiful  surroundings. But time marches on. Please stop by Friday to see the artworks that are available or just to say hello/goodbye.

Ski with a Naturalist with GARNA at Monarch Mountain

Monarch Mountain #1 Powder Place, Monarch, CO, United States

Ski with a Naturalist with GARNA at Monarch Mountain Join GARNA for a free naturalist tour every other Friday at 11am to learn about forest ecology, wildlife in the winter, the history of recreation on Monarch Pass and the partnership of the USFS and Monarch. A guest volunteer interpreter leads the tour, sharing additional information from their area of expertise.  The tour is free, a valid lift ticket/pass is required.  Dates: February 2, 16, March 1, 15 Have you ever wondered… Who owns the land we’re skiing/boarding on? When did Monarch open and what is the oldest run? How can animals thrive in this winter environment? What kinds of trees live up here? What is causing many of the trees to die? How can you tell when avalanches are more likely to occur? What are the names of some of the surrounding peaks? How is Monarch different from other Colorado ski areas? Join a Volunteer Interpreter for a fun, free on-mountain educational tour. Learn about the history of recreation on Monarch Pass, the ski area-USFS partnership, forest ecology, wildlife in the winter, and more. Meet Friday, February 2, 2024 at 11:00 am at the sign near the Cat Skiing Yurt across from the Pioneer lift. Guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. The tour is free, follows all beginner runs and lasts for about an hour. A lift ticket or season pass is required. No need to register in advance, but you can you email CDT Salida Ambassador Justice Wise at jwiseabq@gmail.com if you plan on coming. We look forward to seeing you on the slopes!

Chaffee County Commissioner Races Fundraiser

Salida Scout Hut

Thank you for supporting Chaffee County Democrats over the past 4 years.  Commissioners such as Keith Baker and P.T. Wood have driven positive change in Chaffee including a new Land Use code, and the upcoming new Recycling center.  This year we will elect 2 new Commissioners, and we need your help to continue this good work. Please join us at this exclusive event LIMITED TO 100 PEOPLE with the following elected officials to kick-off the 2024 campaigns of our Democratic Commissioner Candidates. This will be among the most important political events in Chaffee history.  And it will be a wonderful opportunity to hear directly from our current and future Local, State, and Federal representatives about their campaigns for 2024, a pivotal year for Democracy for our country.  ACT NOW to reserve your seats for Feb 17!  Book tickets here-  https://secure.actblue.com/donate/cccommissionerfundraiser

Open Mic/PotLuck

A Church

Come out to A Church for Open Mic & Potluck! This is scheduled for Feb 18 this month!

This Isn’t What I Expected, Caregivers and Parents Weekly Group

Salida Early Childhood Center 516 Teller Street, Salida, CO, United States

A weekly group for parents or caregivers of young children. Offering a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to gather with a professional and other parents. This group will provide empathy, information and resources and practical help to parents as they navigate the challenges of raising small children. FREE CHILDCARE and light snacks will be provided. Please register!

Kim’s Gym- Inspirational, Motivational, and Empowering Workout for Women and Young Girls of All Ages!

Kim's Gym 144 Old Stage Rd., Salida, CO, United States

Inspirational, motivational, and empowering workout for women and young girls of all ages. This calisthenics based workout will build self-esteem, self-worth and self-love through mindful exercise and motivational speech. It is a workout that encourages personal growth, bravery and confidence. Light weights and body weight are used for resistance. Classes may be held at a gym or open facility or in groups of 12 at Kim’s Gym, 144 Old Stage Road, Unit C, Salida. Monday, January 8th, 2024 - 5:30pm

Embracing Aging Chaffee: Yoga for Grown Ups!

Salida Community Center

Come out for Yoga for Grown Ups at the Salida Community Center! What: Yoga for Grown ups! If you can breathe you can practice yoga. Bring a water bottle, yoga mat if you have one, and an open mind. When: Tuesday’s 10:30am-11:30am Where: Salida Community Center, 305 F Street

People Ops: Communication + Feedback Styles Part 2

Online

Clear, concise, communication is consistently a top trait employees look for in their management. Whether you want to brush up on your communication techniques or find more effective ways to talk to your supervisors, this workshop will show you how. In this two-part workshop series, Otisa Eads, HR & Systems Strategist Consultant, has created a session for the entire group to learn more about communication styles, and to understand how staff communicates with each other 1:1, as a group, and the variety of ways to give/receive feedback. There will be activities, group discussions, and allocated time for Q&A. Bring your questions and get ready to learn! FREE! Register HERE!

BV HOPE Monthly Meeting

BV HOPE 112 Linderman Ave, Buena Vista, CO

BV HOPE/ Haven for Hope meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 3:00pm in person at 112 Linderman Ave, Buena Vista, CO 81211 at the public health building conference room. We also offer zoom for the meeting. Participants can email buenavistahope@gmail.com to get the link.

Birds of Play at A Church

A Church

Birds of Play: Wednesday, February 21 Doors at 6:30, show at 7 pm Click here to purchase tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door Mighty Squirrel Productions is thrilled to present Birds of Play in their first listening room concert in Salida. This fourtet of stellar musicians and songwriters continues to make huge strides after their 2023 release “Birdsongs of the American West” received high praise far and wide, from Americana UK to American Songwriter. As they begin to play much larger venues (Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Swallow Hill, Four Corners Folk Festival) we’re fortunate to experience their rich sound and stage show in the intimacy of A Church. Their exquisite arrangements and lush lyrics wash over an audience like a gentle garden rain, evidenced by songs such as “Breathe”, listen here.

Buena Vista Mountain Adventures- Decision Making In Avalanche Terrain, Ski and Splitboard

Salida SteamPlant Annex Salida, CO, United States

FEBRUARY 23-25, 2024 DECISION MAKING IN AVALANCHE TERRAIN SKI & SPLITBOARD  Snowshoers Please See Our Snowshoe Specific Course Here. 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). This course is in partnership with Salida Parks & Rec and anyone that signs up for the course with a Chaffee County address will receive a discount when checking out. Direct questions to reservations@bvmountainadventures.com or 719-966-9939.  The course will start each morning at the Salida Steamplant Annex building and then each day students explore a different field location in the backcountry. Learn More or Sign Up Here

Buena Vista Mountain Adventures and Salida Parks and Rec Offer AIARE 1 Course

Buena Vista Mountain Adventures has partnered with Salida Parks and Recreation to offer a discounted course to all Chaffee County Residents. Details can be found here: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-salida-recreation/shop/activities/4902142. The course is 02/23/2024 - 02/25/2024 and the deadline to enroll is 02/13/2024.

AVALANCHE SAFETY LAB 

AVALANCHE SAFETY LAB 7 p.m. Buena Vista Snowmobile Club hosts a free Avalanche Safety Lab at The Loft, 413 E. Main St. Open to the public. Food and drink available for purchase.

Adult Soak at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center

Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center

7:30-9:30pm at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center Leisure pool heats up to 102-104 degrees and lights turn down for this super chill night in the pool for adults only! (Ages 18 & Up) $10 drop-in. Memberships and Access passes can also be used for admission.

Salida Aspen Locals Concert

A Church

Salida Aspen Locals Concert February 24th and 25th. More details will follow but get your tickets before they sell out!!

River Rat Silent Disco Beach Party at Wood’s Distillery

River Rats, get ready to party in style at Wood's Distillery! Join us for a Silent Disco Beach Bash on Saturday, February 24th from 7-11pm. We'll have an epic dual headphone silent disco dance party set up “riverside”. Just grab a pair of headphones and tune into one of two live DJs mixing beats all night long, and as always we’ll have the request line ready for your suggestions! Get your groove on and dance the night away with your crew! Break out your best beach attire - we're talking flip flops, tanks, tees, swimsuits, boardshorts - anything that makes you feel like you're at the beach ready to party! We'll have fun beachy cocktails and drinks flowing at the Wood's bar all night to fuel the party. And the best part? Since it's a silent disco, no noise ordinance issues! Dance and sing as loud as you want through the headphones and enjoy this one-of-a-kind experience. Spaces are limited so rally the river rats and reserve your tickets today! This is one beach bash you don't want to miss.

Salida Aspen Locals Concert

A Church

Salida Aspen Locals Concert February 24th and 25th. More details will follow but get your tickets before they sell out!!

Salida Walking Tours

DAILY MARCH 1 - MAY 15 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 7 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m. DAILY MAY 15 - SEPTEMBER 1 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 8 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m. DAILY SEPTEMBER 1 - DECEMBER 31 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 7 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m.

2024 Spring Candidate Forum: Buena Vista and Poncha Springs Trustees

At the Chaffee County EDC, we believe that great communities don’t just happen, they’re created with intention by committed leaders aligned to a compelling vision. Here in Chaffee County, major upcoming policy discussions related to housing, childcare, water, broadband and more, will have direct impacts on our businesses and careers for years to come. At our EDC_Forums event on March 13th, you’ll have an opportunity to meet the candidates seeking elected office and hear their positions on business community priorities established in the EDC’s Policy Pillars. More info on those priorities at www.chaffeecountyedc.com/policy. Register now by clicking here.

This Isn’t What I Expected, Caregivers and Parents Weekly Group

Salida Early Childhood Center 516 Teller Street, Salida, CO, United States

A weekly group for parents or caregivers of young children. Offering a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to gather with a professional and other parents. This group will provide empathy, information and resources and practical help to parents as they navigate the challenges of raising small children. FREE CHILDCARE and light snacks will be provided. Please register!

Kim’s Gym- Inspirational, Motivational, and Empowering Workout for Women and Young Girls of All Ages!

Kim's Gym 144 Old Stage Rd., Salida, CO, United States

Inspirational, motivational, and empowering workout for women and young girls of all ages. This calisthenics based workout will build self-esteem, self-worth and self-love through mindful exercise and motivational speech. It is a workout that encourages personal growth, bravery and confidence. Light weights and body weight are used for resistance. Classes may be held at a gym or open facility or in groups of 12 at Kim’s Gym, 144 Old Stage Road, Unit C, Salida. Monday, January 8th, 2024 - 5:30pm

Salida Walking Tours

DAILY MARCH 1 - MAY 15 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 7 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m. DAILY MAY 15 - SEPTEMBER 1 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 8 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m. DAILY SEPTEMBER 1 - DECEMBER 31 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 7 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m.

Embracing Aging Chaffee: Yoga for Grown Ups!

Salida Community Center

Come out for Yoga for Grown Ups at the Salida Community Center! What: Yoga for Grown ups! If you can breathe you can practice yoga. Bring a water bottle, yoga mat if you have one, and an open mind. When: Tuesday’s 10:30am-11:30am Where: Salida Community Center, 305 F Street

Marketing Power Hour: Brand Pyramid Part 2

Online

Building on the foundation laid in Part 1, 'Crafting Your Unique Identity,' Part 2 of our Brand Pyramid series focuses on 'Communicating Your Brand Story.' This session is designed to help you effectively convey your brand's identity to your audience. We'll dive into strategies for storytelling that resonates, creating compelling messaging, and choosing the right channels for your brand communication. Learn how to weave your core values and mission into every aspect of your marketing, from social media to customer engagement. This workshop is ideal for those who want to deepen their brand's impact and form lasting connections with their audience. Join us to transform your brand's narrative and make a lasting impression in the marketplace. FREE! Register HERE!

Salida Walking Tours

DAILY MARCH 1 - MAY 15 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 7 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m. DAILY MAY 15 - SEPTEMBER 1 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 8 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m. DAILY SEPTEMBER 1 - DECEMBER 31 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 7 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m.

Business Ops: AI for Small Business Entrepreneurs

Online

Back by popular demand! Has Chat GPT piqued your curiosity, but you've hesitated to dive in due to apprehensions about its complexity? Join our welcoming 1-hour workshop designed specifically for small business entrepreneurs who are new to the world of AI. You will learn practical applications for elevating (and saving money on) marketing, branding, legal, accounting, customer service, and other areas of your business, as well as how to protect yourself from risk. Please have your laptop or preferred device ready as we will use Chat GPT during the hands on class. FREE! Register HERE!

Salida Walking Tours

DAILY MARCH 1 - MAY 15 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 7 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m. DAILY MAY 15 - SEPTEMBER 1 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 8 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m. DAILY SEPTEMBER 1 - DECEMBER 31 Outlaws, Whores & History Tour - 11 a.m. History on Tap - 3 p.m. Ghost & Murder Walking Tour - 7 p.m. Haunted Pub Crawl - 7:30 p.m.

FILM: Oscar Nominated Short Films- Live Action

Salida SteamPlant

Kicking off March Movie Madness the Oscar Nominated Short Films are on the big screen first. These nominated films are considered the best short films from 2023 in each category as chosen by the voting members of the Academy. Tickets: $11.00