Salida Chamber Calendar

Join GARNA at Elevation Beer Co. on April 16, 2025, for a special Stewardship Night benefiting GARNA. Celebrating the limited-edition release of First Cast IPA while supporting local conservation efforts. Over $800 in prizes awarded throughout the night! Social Hour (4–6 PM) - Learn about GARNA and their incredible work in the valley. - Purchase a First Cast IPA pint for a chance to win prizes—giveaways drawn every half hour from 4:30–5:30 PM. Trivia (6–8 PM) - Stewardship-themed trivia with three full rounds plus two mini rounds. Prizes for winners!  

Salida Mountain Trails (SMT) is hosting a one-night-only concert and psychedelic light show featuring local legends, Roundhouse Assembly! Event proceeds will benefit SMT and the nonprofit’s mission to create and maintain trails, steward public lands, and promote a vibrant trail community. “We’re grateful for Roundhouse Assembly's generosity in organizing this far-out fundraiser,” said Jon Terbush, Director of Salida Mountain Trails. “The band puts on unbelievable performances. If you dig good tunes and Salida’s trails, you don’t want to miss this show.” The concert will take place Saturday, April 19, at the SteamPlant. In addition to the music, the event will feature an "ecstatic dance light show" courtesy of Lane Willson. Dancing is not only allowed, but encouraged. This event will coincide with Bicycle Day, a fitting holiday for a community full of bicyclists and Deadheads. Roundhouse Assembly is a Salida-based band whose influences include Grateful Dead, The Band, and the Allman Brothers Band. Roundhouse's sets showcase the ensemble’s passion for improvisational jams and vocal harmonies that get the dance floor shaking. "Please join us for a Bicycle Day celebration to raise funds for our amazing trail system,” said Aaron Robbins, of Roundhouse Assembly. “Whoa-oh, what I want to know, will you come with me?" Tickets cost $25 in advance, or $30 at the door. Tickets are available at salidamountaintrails.org Date: Saturday April 19 Time: Doors Open 6pm; Show 7-10pm Ticket price: $25 advance, $30 at the door

The City of Salida invites residents, business owners, developers, and other stakeholders to a public meeting introducing the consolidated draft Land Use Code and new draft Zoning Map on Tuesday, April 22nd from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the SteamPlant Event Center. Refreshments and light snacks will be provided. Salida has not undergone a comprehensive rewrite of its Land Use Code in nearly 15 years.  The community has obviously seen significant changes since then, and it is time for an update. The draft Land Use Code and Zoning Map are built on the foundation of the Future Land Use Mapping process completed in 2022 and 2023. Together, they implement key elements of Salida’s Comprehensive Plan, shaping how the community will grow and develop in the years to come—guiding both opportunities and limitations. “This is just the beginning of the next chapter of public feedback,” said Bill Almquist, Director of Community Development for the City of Salida. “We want the community to understand what’s proposed, why it matters, and how to stay engaged.” Meeting Highlights: Overview of the consolidated draft Land Use Code and proposed Zoning Map Explanation of how the documents align with Salida’s Comprehensive Plan Opportunity for Q&A and initial public input Details on upcoming opportunities for more detailed feedback Recording of the presentation will be available on the City’s website after the event The final draft is expected to move forward for Planning Commission and City Council consideration later this summer. Public input will continue to play a critical role throughout that process. The draft Land Use Code and proposed Zoning Map will be available on the website prior to the meeting at: www.cityofsalida.com/commdev

Click 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. April 2025 - WE Gather with REINVENTION Part 4 of the 2025 WE Gather Series In today’s dynamic business landscape, staying relevant requires more than just incremental improvements—it demands reinvention. "WE Gather with REINVENTION" is a workshop designed to guide women entrepreneurs through the transformative process of fundamentally rethinking and restructuring their businesses to ensure long-term viability and success. Whether you’re navigating new market conditions, shifting customer needs, or internal challenges, this gathering will provide you with the insights, tools, and community support needed to reinvent your business with confidence. Why Attend? Understand the Need for Reinvention: Discover why reinvention is essential for maintaining competitiveness and how it goes beyond simple adaptation to create lasting impact. Identify Key Areas for Change: Explore which aspects of your business may benefit from a fresh approach—whether it’s your business model, product offerings, operations, or company culture. Develop a Strategic Plan: Learn how to craft a detailed strategic plan that outlines the steps necessary for reinvention, including the adoption of new technologies and processes to drive success. Sustain Long-Term Success: Gain insights into fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, ensuring that your business remains adaptable and resilient in the face of change. Support Beyond the Gathering: Remember, we’re here to support your reinvention journey with ongoing resources and complimentary professional consulting. Visit centralsbdc.org for more information and to connect with our expert advisors. Speaker(s): Co-Sponsor(s): High County Bank Platinum Sponsor, Chaffee County Fairgrounds Gold Sponsor The Colorado SBDC Network is working towards ensuring all of our web content is accessible to all users, including those ...

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Alpine Orchestra Spring Concert: Lake County High School Auditorium in Leadville at 7:00pm For details, visit: http://www.alpineorchestra.org/

Check out two MSF Training Classes offered by Central Colorado Mountain Riders! One designed for 6-11 years old and another for 12 years and older Saturday, Apr 26, 8 am at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds, Salida, CO For details, visit https://centralcoloradomountainriders.com/so/38PMRWk9c?languageTag=en

Come out to enjoy live music by Hop Hop is Dead from 2-4pm at Coffee by Topo: 211 F Street

Alpine Orchestra Spring Concert: Buena Vista High School Cafeteria Auditorium in Buena Vista at 3:00pm. For details, visit: http://www.alpineorchestra.org/

Running a business is, in many ways, like running a marathon! This workshop will strengthen and expand your mindset while helping you intentionally prioritize and pursue your goals – in business, and beyond. Marathon Mindset supports a sustainable approach to developing resiliency and joy for the journey, despite challenges. By the time this workshop reaches its finish line, you’ll leave with a stronger understanding of what it takes to develop a Marathon Mindset. You’ll have many valuable tips and tactics for getting after your goals in a simple and productive way, cultivating ongoing accountability and growth. Workshop Objectives: 1.) Expand existing mindset in business and beyond. 2.) Support ongoing development of mindset with accountability tools. 3.) Gain awareness of how thoughts inspire actions. 4.) Be inspired and uplifted, departing with resources to support ongoing growth. Every participant will receive a digital Marathon Mindset (For Business!) guide and worksheet to support the learning in our workshop together while cultivating continued growth. Speaker(s): Erica Rasmussen, Founder, Spark Your Spark | author, speaker, coach, mom, wife, and entrepreneur! She created the Marathon Mindset framework to help empower people and businesses to expand ways of thinking as they work to accomplish goals in the marathon of life. Erica recently authored “Marathon Mindset,” launching in April, as a guidebook for intentionally pursuing goals. Her personal journey of transformation, saying goodbye to obesity and hello to becoming a marathoner, has taught her valuable lessons she now coaches and shares to help people in life, business and beyond! Her enthusiasm and energy naturally cultivate joy for the journey! Co-Sponsor(s): Chaffee County, Lake County and Park County, SBA and OEDIT. Fee: No Cost REGISTER HERE!