Salida Chamber Calendar

1 August, 7:00 p.m. Hot, Dry, and Smoky: What is the Future of Colorado’s Forests in a Changing Climate?with Dr. William Anderegg Dr. Anderegg, assistant professor of biology at the University of Utah, grew up in Cortez, Colorado. His research centers on the intersection of ecosystems and climate change, especially the future of Earth’s forests in a changing climate.

Hot, Dry, and Smoky: What is the Future of Colorado's Forests in a Changing Climate? with Dr. William Anderegg Dr. Anderegg, assistant professor of biology at the University of Utah, grew up in Cortez, Colorado. His research centers on the intersection of ecosystems and climate change, especially the future of Earth's forests in a changing climate.  

Come join the local talent of Salida poets for Poetry Live at the Paquette Gallery. In addition to poet performances this evening, there is also an open mic setting with a 1-2 minute limit per poet. Open mic sign up starts at 6:15 pm. Don’t miss it!

The first annual 'We Are All Made of Stars' gala is poised to be Cañon City's premier elegant event of the year. Held at the twilight of the summer season on September 14th, the event promises to be an evening to remember. The Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience will roll out the red carpet for an elegant affair, complete with hors d'oeuvres crafted by Chef John Baker of 8 Mile Bar & Grill. Attendees will have the opportunity to socialize and peruse the museum, all while being serenaded by the melodic sounds of a classical string quartet. Proceeds benefit the continued growth of outdoor recreation in Fremont County.​ THIS EVENT IS FOR AGES 21 AND OLDER ONLY. Those interested in sponsoring a table or purchasing group rate corporate tickets should contact Ashlee at coordinator@joinFAR.org.

Entry into Business After Hours is $7 and includes food, drinks, networking, and fun! Brought to you by the Vaqueros, your ambassadors of the Salida Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber Board of Directors. Members welcome. Please bring a guest!

Salida Soup is a monthly community-based potluck where participants, through this microgranting dinner, assist a variety of projects in the Upper Arkansas River Valley. Join us each month for the evolution of fundraising. Bring a potluck item and a $5 donation to be eligible to vote on the evening’s presentations. As a diner, you will hear five-minute pitches from community members who need funding for projects that are beneficial to the community. Enjoy food, drink, art and music, then choose the winning proposal to receive the evenings donations. Salida Soup is held at the SteamPlant Event Center Ballroom at 220 West Sackett Avenue in Salida, Colorado.

Music at River Runners. For more information go to https://whitewater.net/.

David McD is a national touring singer and guitar player from Austin, TX who plays original and traditional bluegrass and folk music.  His shows feature lightning fast improvised guitar picking and soulful high harmony singing with a healthy dose of humor and a handful of soul.  The vulnerability of the stripped down trio configuration makes the power of his music all the more striking.  No show is the same and you can expect to leave with a deeper appreciation of acoustic music and a brighter outlook on your week.

PREDIABETES CAN BE REVERSED At risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes? You may be able to start a FREE class through Chaffee County Public Health. Learn healthy habits so you can prevent or delay the onset of Type 2 Diabetes. NATIONAL DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM   Salida DPP classes begin August 20th, 5:00 pm First Presbyterian Church 7 Poncha Blvd., Salida

Join Soulcraft for an evening of fun and games. 6 categories, 6 questions per category, 3 chances to win.

PREDIABETES CAN BE REVERSED At risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes? You may be able to start a FREE class through Chaffee County Public Health. Learn healthy habits so you can prevent or delay the onset of Type 2 Diabetes. NATIONAL DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM   Buena Vista DPP classes begin August 21, 4:30 pm Chaffee County Offices 114 Linderman Ave., Buena Vista

20% of the proceeds will go to this great organization from 5pm til close! Alpine Achievers Initiative is a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring, connecting, and nurturing youth of rural southern Colorado through academic mentorship, out of school programs, outdoor education and social emotional learning. Learn more on our website, www.alpineachievers.org

KHEN invites you, your family, and friends to our 3rd Annual Back To School Block Party! We have over 17 local non-profit booths, A Giant Bouncy Slide, Giant Bouncy House, 3 Food Trucks, Free Cotton Candy, Smoothy Booth, the Salida Circus, LIVE MUSIC proformances with Articipate and School of Rock, Chalk Drawing, Face Painting, Free popcorn and more fun! Come start the first week back to school with us and celebrate a new school year! Mark and Jimmy from Fridays at 3 will also be taking over the AIRWAVES LIVE! Come join the fun and celebrate with everyone in town!   For more information go to: http://www.khen.org/

Hailing from three small mountain towns in Colorado, Natalie, Lizzy, and Harper are convening as the fresh revivalant sound of “Jubilee”.  They will share traditional folk, old-time, and original music with joy and harmony. Natalie Spears, based out of Carbondale, writes with honest lyricism and soulful melodies. She combines her skills on clawhammer banjo, stand-up bass, voice, body percussion and visual arts to form a unique, haunting sound. Lizzy Plotkin makes her home in Almont, CO. Her place-based songwriting and fiddling is as exuberant as is it graceful. With a deep reverance for the natural world, Lizzy paints the landscape with fiddle melody and voice. Growing up in Salida, Harper shares her love of acoustic music playing guitar, mandolin, and banjo.

Join us in the SteamPlant theater for an evening full of laughs with comedian Dusty Slay. He is the youngest comedian to have performed on the Grand Ole Oprey stage and recently did his first special for Comedy Central. Doors will open at 7PM; show starts at 7:30PM. Cash bar & concessions will be available.

The High Vibes are an Alternative Rock band formed in early 2018 in the mountainous desert of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Jake Reynolds (guitar/vocals), Saunj (bass/vocals), Justin Reynolds (keys/synth/upright bass/hype) and Marcus Newell (drums) are the North, West, East and South that direct this band of high vibing frequencies and groovy beats.  They are always exploring new realms of sonic bliss with lyrical ideas that promote one love, peace and the expansion of consciousness.

Appalachian Folk music is the jam. Join in or sit back and listen.

The Salida SteamPlant is proud to host a new series, Songs OnScreen. We invite all to take a tuneful journey each month with a performance-filled film profiling some of music’s biggest names, both past and present, or a story that is driven by the soul of the music. Monthly screenings take place the last Thursdays of each month (unless otherwise noted). A cash bar, popcorn, and concessions will be available.  

Outlaw country rock from Denver, CO, USA. The band blends old school country and rock n roll, from Waylon Jennings and Dolly Parton to AC/DC.  They’re currently on tour promoting their album, “Western Abyss” and were nominated in the Ameripolitan Music Awards for “Best Outlaw Group.” They’ve been praised for their songwriting and are known for their love of old country and and blazing guitars. They’ve shared the stage with some of their biggest influences, including Dwight Yoakam, Shooter Jennings, Blackberry Smoke and more.  Recommended for lovers of both classic country and 70’s rock n roll. videos: outlaw in us all https://youtu.be/CwwLHDnQqnE  almost gone https://youtu.be/dbOGo9jQT7M rmcma https://youtu.be/UMD0gmDqGzs rodeo https://youtu.be/z4t_KwCioxA

The 8th Annual Salida Winefest celebrates the vintages of wines from around the world, including samples from Colorado Winemakers and Distributors. Enjoy some of Colorado’s finest food vendors, live music, and creations (from jewelry to sweet treats) from local area artists.

Join us for the Lucky Ducky Race at Frantz Lake. You need not be present to win. Tickets are $10 each. Present the ticket stub to 50 Burger, Amicas Pizza & Microbrewery, Los Girasoles, or Snow Angel Bar and Grill and receive $10 off when $50 or more is spent on a single table. More info to come.