Salida Chamber Calendar

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.

Under the animated direction of Linda Taylor, the chorus will perform a wide variety of music that reflects the theme of making space for opportunities in our busy lives: allowing ourselves to make U-turns when things don’t work out, being brave enough to embrace the unknown and loving life enough to explore the mysteries before us. The show will feature guest instrumentalists: Oso Blanco, drums; Yufen Chou, violin; Kathleen Chiras, electric bass; and Brenda Covert, flute Performances:  Friday, May 3, 7:00pm, Clearview Community Church, Buena Vista Saturday, May 4, 7:00pm and Sunday, May 5, 3:00pm, SteamPlant Event Center, Salida Please join us for our spring concert series. The Noteables’ productions are so much more than concerts, including theater, humor and audience participation. Don’t be shy. You’ll love them! This is an opportunity to Make Space For Life To Live! Suggested donation is $15 to help pay for the cost of music and publicity. For more information, call Linda Taylor, 719 539-2428. Tax deductible contributions are appreciated. Visit www.salidasings.org

On Sunday, May 5th, 2024, Cinco de Mayo, Bradfield/Ramsey Real Estate Team with Kellar Williams will be hosting a Red Day Food Drive at Tres Litros Beer Co. from 4-7pm. Bring five pounds of food in exchange for a token to receive a free beer or taco! The donated food will be going to The Grainery. Peak to Peak Pickleball will also be supporting this event.

¡Radio Free Bassanda! is performing at A Church, on Sunday May 5th. A Church is located on 419 D. Street Salida, CO Doors open 6:30 Music 7:00 Globally renowned ¡Radio Free Bassanda! returns to the Arkansas Valley! They bring their eclectic mix of exotic Eastern rhythms and dizzying melodic frenzy. Music from Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria, Macedonian, Persia, Armenia, North Africa, and Medieval Spain, all delivered with RFB’s trademark take-no-prisoners approach. ¡Radio Free Bassanda! presents a wide-and wild repertoire and range of instrumentation to their performances. Their use of both Eastern and Western instruments affords them a broad timbral palette with which to weave their sound landscape. Energetic and complex rhythms challenge the mind, ear and feet! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5asVYrTT00  (a brief and wonderful intro to RFB) Event Website: www.facebook.com/ClarkProductions Venue Website:www.achurchsalida.org Advance Ticket Sales ¡Radio Free Bassanda! | ACHURCH achurchsalida.org) $25 in adv $30 at door

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.

Dance for PD- Free dance classes for those living with Parkinson's or other neurodegenerative disorders.

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!

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.

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.

Cost: FREE! Time: 2pm-4:30pm Location: The Stardust Event Center- 16450 CR 306 Buena Vista

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.

FREE Service!! Are you afraid of or frustrated with computers? Develop skills with computers and phones. Email, Apps, safe internet use, job search. Contact Deb at 719-626-1479 to schedule a time. Free Service!!

Come out to improve your Spanish speaking or if you want to learn Spanish!

Director: Cord Jefferson Opening Night Film – Sponsored by Colorado Office of Film Television Media Salida SteamPlant 7:00pm - Thursday, May 9 Thelonious “Monk” Ellison’s writing career has stalled because his work isn’t deemed “Black enough.” Monk, a writer and English professor, writes a satirical novel under a pseudonym, aiming to expose the publishing world’s hypocrisies. The book’s immediate success forces him to get deeper enmeshed in his assumed identity and challenges his closely-held worldviews. Film is Rated R. Winner of the 2024 Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay.

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.

The Chaffee County “We Are Chaffee” storytelling initiative has been developing a community-focused documentary for the past year and is hosting two film premieres and several free showings throughout the county this summer and fall. The dates for the premieres of “A Home in Paradise” have been set for Friday May 10th as part of the Salida Film Festival and will include a panel discussion with the people who share their stories in the film, the directors and producers, and local experts on housing and health. Join us after the premiere for an upscale social with appetizers & desserts by Kalamatapit & a cash bar. Take your turn on the red carpet & photo booth. ~ Red Carpet Attire Encouraged ~ Music provided by the local musicians who created the music for the film. Tickets can be purchased at the Salida SteamPlant website, April 22nd. The second premiere date is Wednesday, June 5th at the Salida SteamPlant and will be a free community event with only registration required. After the movie showing, We Are Chaffee will host a complimentary dinner and facilitated community discussion. Read the press release here!

Salida Dermatology presents an evening of education about skin care and procedures May 10th at 5:30.  RSVP for there will be appetizers provided by Michelle Gap of Kalamatapit Catering. Click here for the link to RSVP

Come out for FREE live music with Harry Mo & The Colorado Reggae Unit at Tres Litros

Director: Ian Cheney Salida SteamPlant 7:45pm - Friday, May 10 THE ARC OF OBLIVION explores a quirk of humankind: in a universe that erases its tracks, we humans are hellbent on leaving a trace. Set against the backdrop of the filmmaker’s quixotic quest to build an art in a field in Maine, the film heads far afield – to salt mines in the Alps, fjords in the Arctic, and ancient libraries in the Sahara – to illuminate the strange world of archives, record-keeping, and memory. Film is Not Rated. Preceded by THE LOST SEASON (directed by Kelly Sears, filmmaker and CU-Boulder Cinema Studies & Moving Image Arts professor), the film premiered at 2024 Sundance Film Festival.

TRUE STORIES Director: David Byrne Late Night Looks – Songs on Screen Salida SteamPlant 10:00pm - Friday, May 10 This Late Night Looks section of Salida Film Festival revisits a visual and musical gem. Talking Heads’ David Byrne uses a fictional Texas town as the backdrop to satirize the eccentricities of America in TRUE STORIES. Starring John Goodman, Swoosie Kurtz and Spalding Gray. Film is Rated PG.

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.

THELMA Director: Josh Margolin 12:30pm - Saturday, May 11 Inspired by a real-life experience of filmmaker Josh Margolin’s own grandmother, THELMA shines a spotlight on an elderly grandmother as an unlikely action hero. The film features Oscar® nominee June Squibb (NEBRASKA) in her first leading role, as well as the final performance of trailblazing actor Richard Roundtree (SHAFT). Film is Rated PG-13.

Sponsored by GARNA, High Country Bank, Protect Our Winters, Salida Mountain Sports 3:00pm - Saturday, May 11 Salida SteamPlant A package of documentary shorts that will bring you outside and get you thinking about the individual forces that impact our lives. RIVER MAMMA (dir. Sarah Hamilton) – Ride along on a lifelong raft guide’s journey through single motherhood, bringing her 8-month-old to the only job she ever knew while grappling with societal expectations. BODY OF A LINE (dir. Henna Taylor) – In this animated documentary, Madeleine Sorkin undertakes an intimate and creative journey to climb the most difficult rock climb above 13,500 feet in the world: the Dunn-Westbay Direct on Longs Peak in Colorado. THE HYPOCRITE (dir. Amie Engerbretson) – A film that aims to squarely address imperfect advocacy in the world of snow sports. SVALBARD: FELT ESSENCE OF (dir. Alexandra Lockhart) – This choreographic expression filmed in Svalbard, Norway immerses us in the environment, in hopes of learning from and experiencing the essence of the place, and then respond. CLIMATARIUM: A RURAL EDUCATION ROADMAP (dir. Julie Jackson) – Discover three communities in rural Colorado coming together to solve the climate crisis, one student career pathway at a time.

HOLY FRIT Director: Justin S. Monroe Closing Night Film Salida SteamPlant 6:30pm - Saturday, May 11 A talented yet unknown Los Angeles artist bluffs his way into a commission for the largest stained glass window of its kind. Yet, he doesn’t know how to make it and seeks help from an Italian glass maestro to complete the project in time. Film is Not Rated.

Come out for FREE live music with Tony Trahan & Blue Krewe at Tres Litros

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.

Maryanne Rozzi, Celtic Harpist, will be performing for a Mother's Day "High Tea" May 12th from 11am to 1pm. This event is presented by "A Day To Remember Events" at the Scout Hut in Salida Colorado, located in Riverside Park at 210 East Sackett Avenue. Cuisine by Kalamata Pit. Best in Show Hat contest. And much more. $40/person. If you would like to book Maryanne for your next special event, contact her at (719)838-0279 or email solarozzi@yahoo.com.

We Are Chaffee podcast host Adam Williams engages in an in-depth conversation with Chaffee County Film Commissioner Julie Jackson.

2:30pm - Sunday, May 12 Salida SteamPlant Sometimes memories and heartache compel us forward, making new connections and strengthening old ones, and often brings a smile. THE MOVE (dir. Eric Kissack) – A couple moving in together for the first time learn new things about each other, their apartment and the universe. DEATH & RAMEN (dir. Tiger Ji) – On his final night alive, a ramen chef goes on an unintended odyssey with the Grim Reaper. BIG GEORGE (dir. Jamie Effros) – A working actor struggles in the “business” and finds himself trying to justify to his nine-year-old daughter – and to himself – why he’s still chasing his dream. REST STOP (dir. Noah Sellman) – In the near future, a young auto mechanic struggles to keep his family’s roadside rest stop afloat and find his place in a newly mechanized world. DEEP IN MY HEART IS A SONG (dir. Jonathan Pickett) – Based on the life of singer Johnny Bencomo, an aging country musician who’s struggling to make ends meet receives an offer for an unusual private gig.

REMEMBERING GENE WILDER Director: Ron Frank Last Look Presentation Salida SteamPlant 4:30pm - Sunday, May 12 This loving tribute to Gene Wilder celebrates his life and legacy as the comic genius behind an extraordinary string of film roles, from his first collaboration with Mel Brooks in THE PRODUCERS, to the enigmatic title role in the original WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, to his inspired on-screen partnership with Richard Pryor in movies like SILVER STREAK. It is illustrated by a bevy of touching and hilarious clips and outtakes, never-before-seen home movies, narration from Wilder’s audiobook memoir, and interviews with a roster of brilliant friends and collaborators. Film is Not Rated.

Come out for FREE live music with Luke Callen at Tres Litros

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.

Dance for PD- Free dance classes for those living with Parkinson's or other neurodegenerative disorders.

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!

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.

This event is sold out.  If you are interested to be put on a wait-list, or to be contacted for their next presentation, please email sgibb@chaffeecounty.org or call 719-207-6563. Chaffee County Public Health (CCPH) is excited to announce that due to high demand and a sold out event in March at the library in Salida, CCPH will be presenting a workshop on emergency preparedness and go- kit distribution open to all ages at A Church in Salida on Tuesday, May 14th from 11am-noon. The workshop will be presented by CCPH Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator, Sophia Gibb, and CCPH Director, Andrea Carlstrom. The go-kits include essential items and necessary supplies that you can easily grab during an emergency. Supplies include: flashlights, water bottles, and first aid kits. Recipients would put all supplies in a backpack or “Go-Bag” to easily grab in case of an emergency like a wildfire. There will also be information presented on evacuation checklists, insurance coverage, preparing pets for disaster, and much more. “Chaffee County Public Health is excited to be able to offer this presentation again, due to the high demand we had for the initial presentation. It is crucial that every household has a go-kit ready in case of emergency. We hope that all Chaffee County residents who are interested in what to do and what to bring during an emergency will register to attend. Free go-kits will be available for those who register for the event” says Sophia Gibb, CCPH Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator. For more information and to reserve your spot at the Emergency Preparedness Workshop and Go-Kit Distribution at A Church on May 14th, please contact Sophia Gibb at sgibb@chaffeecounty.org or 719-207-6563. Space is limited to the first 30 people.

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.

Cost: FREE! Time: 2pm-4:30pm Location: The Stardust Event Center- 16450 CR 306 Buena Vista