GRAND JUNCTION — The Bureau of Land Management Grand Junction Field Office is celebrating the new pedestrian bridge at Bridgeport during a dedication ceremony scheduled from 10:30 a.m. to noon Friday, March 31. The bridge is located between Delta and Grand Junction off U.S. 50 at Bridgeport Rd., then a one-mile hike from the parking lot. The new bridge serves as a gateway to the Dominguez Canyon Wilderness Study Area. For more information, call (970) 244-3031.
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Visual arts guild show
MONTROSE — The Montrose Visual Arts Guild presents its April show at its gallery located at 34 S. Selig. The theme for this month is "Death & Taxes" and is open to the public at no charge Thursday through Saturday, 2 to 5:30 p.m. and the second and fourth Sunday of the month from 2:30 to 5 p.m. For more information, call Carol at 252-7218 or Lael at 323-6639.
Relay for Life
MONTROSE — The first team captain's meeting for individuals and companies wishing to participate in this year's American Cancer Society Montrose Relay for Life will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 5 at the Montrose Library meeting room. This year's theme is "Walking in Prime Time." Teams will deck out their campsites at the July 21 and 22 event to represent their favorite TV show. For more information, contact Linda at 252-6085.
Nutrition and health class
MONTROSE — Montrose Memorial Hospital is sponsoring a nutrition and health class on reducing risk of heart disease through food from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 30 in Conference Room A at the hospital. Robin Dempster, a registered dietitian at MMH, will teach the course. Cost of the class is $15, and pre-registration is required. Food samples and recipes will be provided. To register, call 240-7397.
Sleep apena/disorders presentation
MONTROSE — Thanks to funds raised at the first annual "Lung Bowl 2005," Montrose Memorial Hospital Respiratory Care Department is sponsoring an evening of educational information on "Sleep Apena/Disorders and How They Can Affect You." The presentation will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 30 in MMH conference room B. Dr. David Coburn, (pulmonologist), will speak from 5:30 to 6 p.m.; and Dr. Patrick Henderson, (eye, ear, nose and throat), will speak from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Physicians will be available to answer questions at the end of the presentations. Local oxygen companies, as well as other vendors, will also be available for questions and demonstrations. For more information, call 240-7375.
Spiritual cinema film
MONTROSE — A special sneak preview of the long-awaited spiritual cinema film, "The Celestine Prophecy," will be shown at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 31 and 1 p.m. Sunday, April 2 at the Red Arrow Conference Center in Montrose. The film, based on a novel by James Redfield, is an adventure story chronicling the discovery of ancient scrolls in the rain forests of Peru. The film is directed by Armand Mastroianni. Tickets are $10 per person and are available at Wind Spirit Gifts, 525 Main St. or by calling 252-0908. The event is sponsored by the Community for Spiritual Awareness.
Love your books
MONTROSE — Friends of the Library District volunteers will be at the main desk of the Montrose Library from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 1 to receive books in need of repair and to return repaired books from the previous month. Books with loose or detached pages, broken bindings or detached covers are appropriate projects; antique or heirloom books are not. Cost for repair is a donation to Friends of the Library, whose volunteers are responsible for the book repair service. Call 240-7935 for more information.
Columbine Quilters meeting
MONTROSE — Columbine Quilters will meet Saturday, April 1 at the Montrose Library. The program will be presented by local quilter David Small. Social time is at 9 a.m., and the meeting begins at 9:30 a.m. Guests are always welcome. For more information, call Sue at 240-3068.
Annual flea market
MONTROSE — The Montrose Woman's Club Annual Flea Market will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 1 at Friendship Hall. Tables are available; contact Janet at 249-3903 for more information.
Community blood drive
MONTROSE — A Montrose Community Blood Drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 1 at the Montrose Christian Church. A photo I.D. is required. The blood drive is sponsored by St. Mary's Regional Blood Center and Montrose Memorial Hospital.
Trail work day
MONTROSE — The Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association (COPMOBA) announces a trail construction day on Sunday, April 2. An extension of the existing natural surface trail will be built in Baldridge Regional Park in Montrose. All interested parties are invited and should meet at the park's parking lot adjacent to the skate park and horseshoes area at 9 a.m. Volunteers should bring sunscreen, work gloves, sturdy footwear and bring water and snacks. COPMOBA will serve pizza and beverages following the morning work session. Ten to 15 volunteers are needed and should sign up ahead of time by calling Bill at 249-8055 or sending an e-mail to uncompahgre@copmoba.org.
Jane Jeffersons to meet
MONTROSE — The Jane Jefferson Democratic Club of Montrose County will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, April 3 at the home of Julie Gleason, 1124 S. 11th St., Montrose. Guests are welcome. For more information, call 249-4099 or 240-0399.
Theatre for Children
MONTROSE — Magic Circle Players' Theatre for Children department will be presenting the play, "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe," during spring break. The show will run every evening from Monday, April 3 through Saturday, April 8 at 6 p.m., and there will also be one matinee performance on Saturday, April 8 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $3 each for all ages. There is no assigned seating; first come first served. For more information, call the box office at 249-7838.
Historical society meeting
MONTROSE — Bob Miller of Montrose will present a program, "What is History?" at the monthly meeting of the Montrose County Historical Society at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 5 at Friendship Hall. Bob is a long-time area resident and currently serves as vice-president of the Society's Board of Trustees. The meeting is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call Frank at 249-8240.
Botanical society to meet
MONTROSE — The Montrose Botanical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 5 at the Montrose Pavilion. Local Master Gardeners from San Juan Gardens will speak on "all you need to know about perennials." They will cover all types of perennials, from native to low water types, for planting this spring. Refreshments will be served, and the public is invited to attend.
Newcomers Club meeting
MONTROSE — The Montrose Newcomers Club will meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 5 at the Montrose Library. The speaker will be Jim Haugsness, who will discuss the Fire District Levy issue on the May 2, 2006 ballot. For more information, call Rhonda at 249-3959 or Phyllis at 249-9443.
Share Colorado
MONTROSE — Share Colorado food box signup will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 6 at the Montrose United Methodist Church. Food box pickup will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 22. Volunteer drivers are needed to deliver food boxes. For more information, call Katy at 249-9777 or Lisa at 249-9899.
Health care lecture
MONTROSE — Dr. Richard Gingery will present a powerpoint presentation on the single payer health care system at noon Thursday, April 6 at the Montrose Library. The program will include an analysis of the present system, comparison with other industrialized countries, how the single payer system works and the benefits of a revised system. The program is sponsored by the League of Women Voters. The public is invited, and attendees are welcome to bring their lunch. For more information, call 249-9623.
Take a hike
MONTROSE — The Montrose 500 Mile Walkers have planned the following hikes and activities. Listed times are departure times:
Walkers should come prepared for changing weather conditions. Please leave your dog at home. For more information, call 249-7640.
Pavilion dance
MONTROSE — The Pavilion Senior Center will hold a dance Saturday, April 8 featuring Ric Blake and Karen playing music for fox trots, waltzes, swing, Latins, country and polkas. Dancers of all ages are welcome as are singles who will enjoy the many mixers. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. and continues until 11 p.m. with a break at 9 p.m. for free refreshments. Admission is $4 per person. For more information, call 249-9029 or 270-7431.
Altrusa luncheon tickets available
MONTROSE — Altrusa International, Inc. of Montrose will host its annual spring luncheon Saturday, April 8 at the Montrose Pavilion. This year's theme is "Springtime on Broadway." Table viewing begins at 10:30 a.m. followed by the luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Entertainment, a fashion show and silent auction will also be included in the event. Tickets for the luncheon are $30 per person and will be available by mail only. Please send a check or money order, a self-addressed, stamped envelope and the attendee's name for each ticket ordered to: Altrusa Spring Luncheon, P.O. Box 3184, Montrose, CO 81401. For more information, call Betty at 252-3610.
Lariat Saddle Club activities
MONTROSE — The Lariat Saddle Club will hold the following activities for April:
For more information, call 874-4212 or 240-6908.
Shakespeare in spring
MONTROSE — The Valley Symphony Chorus will present a concert, "Shakespeare in Spring," at 8 p.m. Friday, April 7 at the Delta United Methodist Church and at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 9 at the Montrose Pavilion Auditorium. Well-known local pianist Sharon Clark will provide accompaniment to the chorus. Tickets are $10 for adults/seniors; $5 for students 17 and under. Advance tickets may be purchased at Homer L. Sims Agency in Montrose. For more information, call 249-4712.
Writer's workshop
MONTROSE — Western Slope Authors' Guild is sponsoring a fiction writer's workshop from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 8 in the meeting room of the Montrose Library. The workshop will feature Julia Ross, author of 14 novels; Jim Van Pelt, professor of creative writing at Mesa State College and published author; Jill Patterson, professor in the creative writing program at Texas Tech University and director of the San Juan Writers workshops. Cost for the workshop is $20. For more information, call D'Ann Linscott-Dunham at 323-6662 or Kim McKinnon at 323-5562.
Holy Week services
MONTROSE — Holy Week services are scheduled from April 10-14 as follows. All services are from 7 to 7:30 a.m. Continental breakfast will be served afterwards. Per support of the Association of Montrose Churches (AMC), a love offering will be taken.
Talk w/lawyer free program
MONTROSE — Talk with a lawyer free will be on Thursday, April 13 and the second Thursday of each month, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Montrose County Courthouse (1200 North Grand, the Justice Center) and Delta County Courthouse (501 Palmer). Low income residents who need answers to civil legal questions can talk with a lawyer free. Clients will first be screened to see if they qualify for these services. A volunteer lawyer will then be available for brief consultation on divorce/custody/child support, landlord/tenant problems, debt/consumer problems, etc. The lawyer cannot discuss traffic or criminal issues. Please bring any court papers, leases, letters or other documents related to your legal problem. For more information, call 249-7202, 874-9777 or 1-800-521-6968.
Easter 'Sonrise' service
MONTROSE — The community Easter "Sonrise" Service will be held Sunday, April 16 on the south lawn of the Montrose Pavilion. The service will begin at 6:30 a.m. and end at approximately 7:15 a.m. and will include a skit, gospel song leaders/singers and warm refreshments afterwards. Handouts of the program and songs will be available. Dress warm (winter clothes), bring blankets and lawn chairs.
Ouray Elks Easter Egg Hunt
RIDGWAY — The Ouray Elks Lodge is sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt for Ouray County children to 12 years old. The event starts at 2 p.m. at Ridgway Town Park. Call 626-4239 for more information.
Student art show
MONTROSE — The Monart School of Art is having its third annual Student Art Show on Tuesday, April 18. The show is open to the public and will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Montrose Pavilion. There will be refreshments and door prizes. Approximately 200 works of art, created by students age 4 through adult during the 2005-2006 school year, will be on display.
Preventative health care series
MONTROSE — Dr. Richard Holmes, a general surgeon in Montrose, will present a series of free public lectures focusing on prevention of various senior health care concerns. All lectures will be held from 1-2 p.m. at the Montrose Pavilion.
Fishing derby
MONTROSE — Montrose Rotary Club, Jeans Westerner and Colorado Division of Wildlife are sponsoring the annual Fishing Derby and Clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at Chipeta Lake. The event is free for area youth. Fishing poles and tack will be provided by Jeans Westerner. CDOW will offer clinics on fishing techniques. Rotary will provide hot dogs and drinks.
Pickin' at the Pavilion
MONTROSE — The community is invited to the Montrose Pavilion for Bluegrass events and song on Sunday, April 23. A Sunday worship service will be held. A love offering will be taken; the Association of Montrose Churches (AMC) will usher this event. The offerings will help support the Rent and Utilities Fund and the Transient Fund of the AMC. The Rent and Utilities Fund supports the low-income of Montrose County. The Transient Fund assists over-the-road travelers.
Chipeta Memorial Walk
MONTROSE — The Ute Indian Museum will celebrate the third annual Chipeta Memorial Walk at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 29. The three-mile walk will begin at Baldridge Park and conclude at the Ute Indian Museum. There will be an unveiling of a 22 X 4 foot Ute mural by Jay Dilorezo from the Colorado Historical Society. Mural images represent the Northern Utes, Southern Utes and the Ute Mountain Utes. Special guests Vickie Krudwig, author of "Searching for Chipeta," and Roland McCook, Uncompahgre Ute, will share the history of Chipeta's life.There will also be Indian vendors and frybread. For more information, call 249-3098.
Run for Shelter
MONTROSE — The third annual "Run for Shelter" cross-country 5k run/walk will take place at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 29. The event benefits Tri-County Resource Center, helping local victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. The course starts in Baldridge Park and follows trails and the bike path along the Uncompahgre River corridor. Register at active.com, or pick up an entry form at City Market and Backstreet Bagel locations. Information and forms can also be found the San Juan Mountain Runners' Web site at sjmr.org. Registration forms must be received by April 15 for a guaranteed tee-shirt. Race day registration is from 8 to 8:45 a.m., but tee-shirt availability is limited. For more information on the event, call 249-8536.
Donate to 'Girls on the Run'
MONTROSE — A "Girls on the Run" event will also be held in conjunction with the "Run for Shelter." The event is for third to fifth grade girls who participate in a nine-week program that focuses on self-esteem and healthy lifestyles through exercise and fun activities. The program culminates in the Run for Shelter 5k. All girls receive a free entry to the race. To help cover race costs, interested persons are asked to sponsor a girl by sending a $25 tax-deductible donation to: Tri-County Resource Center, c/o San Juan Mountain Runners, 236 S. 3rd St. No. 225, Montrose, CO 81401. For more information on the event, call 249-8536.
Benefit for student with cancer
MONTROSE — A benefit dinner and silent auction will be held Sunday, April 30 at the Montrose High School Cafeteria for Kara O'Brien. The silent auction will be from 5 to 7 p.m. with dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. Entertainment will also be provided. Tickets are $10 for adults and $3 for children under age 10. Tickets will be available at Blue Sky Music & Books, the Montrose Alpine Bank offices, MHS guidance office, and at the dinner. Kara is a MHS freshman who was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma cancer this past November. She is undergoing treatment for her cancer in Denver and Grand Junction. The Kara O'Brien Cancer Benefit fund has been established at Alpine Bank for donations on her behalf. Any money left over after Kara's treatment expenses will be donated to the Montrose Cancer Center.
Women's Spring Renewal
MONTROSE — The 18th Annual All Women's Spring Renewal, "Finding Unshakable Faith," featuring international speaker and author Carol Kent will be held May 5 and 6 at the Montrose Pavilion. Inspirational music will be provided by local vocalist Tammy Kenning of Ouray. For more information, call 323-5155.
Botanical society plant sale
MONTROSE — The Montrose Botanical Society will be holding its annual Plant Sale Fundraiser from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 20 at the Montrose Botanic Gardens south of the Montrose Pavilion. There will be a large selection of plants for sale as well as a silent auction, raffle for a Garden Bear, demonstrations, and Master Gardeners will be on hand for questions and consultation. The Master Gardeners will also give tours throughout the day. All proceeds go to the continued development of the Montrose Botanic Gardens. For questions or donations for the sale, call 252-1352 or 249-0742.
Class of '86 reunion
MONTROSE — The Montrose High School Class of 1986 will hold its 20th class reunion the weekend of July 21-23. If you were a class member or a parent of a class member contact Allison Kearney Derton at Allison@it-hqs.com. Class members may also visit www.classreport.com to share contact information with the organizing committee and see the schedule of events being planned.
Applications available for arts/crafts show
RIDGWAY — The Ridgway Arts and Crafts Show is looking for artists, craftspeople, food concessionaires and entertainers for its 22 annual show scheduled for Aug. 12 and 13. For an application, write P.O. Box 483, Ridgway, CO 81432 or call 325-4724.
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County fair volunteer needed
MONTROSE — The Living Arts Open Class Division (Home Economics) of the Montrose County Fair is looking for a responsible adult volunteer to be co-superintendent. This person needs to have some knowledge of sewing, quilting, knitting, crocheting, needlework, crafts, baking and food preservation (canning and dehydrating). For more information, contact Tracy at 249-1418.
New Web site
MONTROSE — Montrose County Department of Health and Human Services has a new Web site that is now accessible. It is still under construction, so all areas are not yet available. The URL address is: HYPERLINK "http://www.co.montrose.co.us" www.co.montrose.co.us then click on the Health and Human Services link to enter the site.
Energy assistance program
MONTROSE — The Montrose County Department of Health and Human Services Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) will accept applications through April 30. LEAP is designed to help low-income households meet their winter home heating costs; it does not pay the entire costs of home heating. For more information regarding LEAP, call the department of health and human services at 252-5000, or stop by the office at 1845 S. Townsend Ave., Montrose.
Donate a piece of history
MONTROSE — Historic Montrose Downtown is asking the public to donate "A Piece of History" for an auction to support Historic Montrose and the Carousel Project. Contact Chris at 240-1760 for more information.
Meals on Wheels volunteers needed
MONTROSE — Volunteer drivers are needed for the Meals on Wheels Program in the Montrose area. There are between 80 to 85 meals delivered to the homebound Monday through Friday from the Montrose Pavilion Senior Center, on six different routes. The meals are picked up at 11 a.m. at the senior center. Each route takes from 45 minutes to one hour to deliver. Volunteers usually sign up for one week at a time. For more information, contact Debra at 249-9423 from 9 to 10 a.m. or leave a message.
Habitat needs volunteers
MONTROSE — Volunteers are needed by Habitat for Humanity of Montrose County to help in the office, to work on the Family Selection Committee and to be on the ReStore Committee. Habitat is a non-profit, ecumenical organization that builds houses, at no profit and no mortgage interest, with qualifying families. To volunteer, call the Habitat office at 249-2257.
Start spring cleaning early
MONTROSE — Heirlooms for Hospice, 435 E. Main St., needs donations of gently worn clothing, furniture, household and children's items. Donations are tax deductible, and free pickup service is available. All proceeds from the sale of donations help support Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado. For more information, call Carla at 252-3648.
Search for Mrs. Montrose 2006
MONTROSE — The search is on for the new Mrs. Montrose. Once selected, the community representative will then advance on to compete in the Mrs. Colorado-America Pageant to be held May 20 at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Denver. City and county titleholders will compete to win over $10,000 in prizes, one of which includes an all-expense paid trip to the nationally televised Mrs. America Pageant. Interested applicants must live or work in the Montrose area, be married during the time of competition, be a resident of the state for at least six months, be a U.S. citizen and be at least 18 years old. There is no age limit or performing talent. Beauty is a key element in the competition, but contestants are also urged to voice their opinions on marriage and important issues of the day. For more information, call (303) 904-3709 or go online to www.mrscolorado.com.
Quit smoking program
MONTROSE — The Colorado Quitline, a free telephone service that helps callers quit smoking and using tobacco, has announced that it is now offering free nicotine replacement therapy in the form of patches to anyone who enrolls in the cessation program. Anyone wanting to quit and take advantage of this free ongoing offer should call the Colorado Quitline (1-800-639-QUIT). This service is available in English and Spanish, seven days a week. This service is also available for the deaf and hard of hearing at TTY: 800-259-2656. Because of the large volume of calls you may receive a busy signal. Please call (303) 692-2574 or (303) 692-2510. Be sure to leave a message with your name and phone number. All messages will be returned within 24 hours on weekdays. For more information, call 252-5012.
Seedling tree program
MONTROSE — Seedling trees are available to order through the Colorado State University Cooperative Extension and Colorado State Forest Service Conservation Tree Program. To qualify, participants must own at least two acres of land, and the trees must be planted for the purpose of creating windbreaks, wildlife habitat, erosion control, reforestation, visual screens, noise barriers or Christmas trees. They may not be used for ornamental or landscaping plantings or sold as live trees. The trees will be delivered in early May to locations in Delta, Montrose and Grand Junction. To order trees, for application forms or additional information, call the CSU Extension office in Montrose at 249-3935, Delta at 874-2195 or Grand Junction at 244-1834.
Health care for women
MONTROSE — Raising a family requires stamina, patience, understanding, love and good health. It is important for all women to have access to health care specific to their health needs. The Montrose County Department of Health & Human Services provides health care services that are important to the health of women. To make an appointment to discuss health care options, call 252-7052.
Volunteer tutors needed
MONTROSE — Volunteer tutors for reading, writing, math and English are needed for the Adult Basic Education program. No experience necessary. Training provided. Call 249-2028 for more info.
Sons of American Legion
MONTROSE — Montrose American Legion Post 73 has received inquiries and interest about starting a Sons of the American Legion Squadron in Montrose. All male descendants, adopted sons and stepsons of members of the American Legion and descendants of veterans who died in service during WWI, WWII, Korean Conflict, Vietnam War, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama and the Persian Gulf War are eligible for membership in the S.A.L. Present members of the American Legion are also eligible for membership. For more information, contact Arthur at 252-1492.
Task force targets pedestrian safety
MONTROSE — The Traffic Issues Task Force, a group commissioned by the City of Montrose to examine current and future issues within the city, has targeted pedestrian safety as one of its top priorities. An educational pamphlet containing “rules of the road” and safety tips for pedestrians and motorists has been prepared for distribution to the public. The Montrose Police Department and Montrose Fire Protection District personnel will be working cooperatively to distribute the pamphlet to pedestrians and motorists on the street. Police officers are available to present safety training to schools and other community groups or organizations. To schedule training, contact the Montrose Police Department at 252-5200.
Health needs survey
MONTROSE — The Montrose County Department of Health & Human Services is conducting a Community Needs Assessment Survey to identify health and health-related needs in the Montrose community. This survey can be found on the Web site for Montrose County at www.co.montrose.co.us under Health and Human Services. Survey forms are also available at the department, 1845 S. Townsend Ave. Call 252-5000 for more information.
Adult/teen program
MONTROSE — Adult/Teen Heartbeat is a three-session program intended to assist adults and teens that have experienced loss through completed suicides. Two programs are scheduled for July 11 and Aug. 8, 2006 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Montrose United Methodist Church. The program is a joint effort and sponsored by Montrose County Sheriff’s Office, Montrose Police Department, Center for Mental Health, funded in part by Colorado Trust Fund and Crippin Funeral Home. For more information, call Nancy at 249-9694.
Donations sought
MONTROSE — A committee has been formed to organize and raise non-taxable cash contributions from individuals and/or business owners of the Montrose community in order to upgrade the current sound system at the Montrose High School football field stadium. For additional information regarding this project or to make a donation, contact Darci at 249-6549.
Support troops
OLATHE — The organization, “Troops Need Support, ” supported by American Legion Post No. 24 in Olathe, needs donations of Christmas decorations and Christmas cards to send to soldiers overseas. For more information, call Beth at 249-3162.
Family planning clinic update
OLATHE — Starting in September, the Family Planning Clinic of Montrose County Department of Health and Human Services will be holding a clinic one Wednesday a month at their Olathe Clinic site. Women seeking family planning services and women participating in the CWCCI (Colorado Women’s Cancer Control Initiative) can call 252-7052 to make an appointment or for more information.
Breast cancer awareness
MONTROSE — Women over the age of 40 who have never had a mammogram are encouraged to contact Montrose County Department of Health and Human Services for a free screening. Call 252-7052 to find out if you qualify for this free screening and to make an appointment.
DivorceCare group
MONTROSE — A DivorceCare Support Group is now meeting every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 222 S. Townsend Ave. Support group topics include facing anger, depression and loneliness, new relationships, single sexuality, forgiveness and reconciliation. Call Ken or Cheri at 874-5143 for more information.
Free lunch
MONTROSE — Christ’s Kitchen, an ecumenical ministry serving the community of Montrose, will begin serving a lunch of soup and bread every Friday and Monday beginning Friday, Sept. 2. The serving location will be at the MADA building at North 6th and Grand Ave. Serving hours will be 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. All are welcome, and there is no charge. Volunteer cooks and servers should contact 240-3941.
Habitat needs volunteers
MONTROSE — Volunteers, individuals and groups, are needed by Habitat for Humanity for Montrose County to continue construction projects on two homes in the Mesa Vista subdivision off Locust Road. Habitat is a non-profit, ecumenical organization that builds houses, at no profit and no mortgage interest, with qualifying families.
Immediate needs are for fence builders, roof shinglers, framers, and vinyl siders. Shortly, drywall finishers will be needed. Materials are furnished. Construction supervisor on site will teach necessary skills. Contact 240-6171 to volunteer.
Senior advocates needed
MONTROSE — Volunteer advocates, who work with residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities to help prevent elderly abuse, neglect or exploitation, are needed in Delta, Montrose and Gunnison counties. Interested persons may call Jane Poulos, Region 10 ombudsman at (970) 527-7055.
Free training assistance
MONTROSE — The Training Advantage at the Montrose Workforce Center, 504 N. First Street., is offering free training for 19 to 21-year-olds to upgrade skills for better job opportunities. Applicants must meet WIA eligibility requirements. For more information on this program, call 249-7783.
Health & Human Services needs volunteers
MONTROSE — Montrose County Health & Human Services is in need of year-round volunteers for ongoing agency programs as well as those who want to help with seasonal events such as the Giving Tree. No experience is necessary. If you are interested in volunteering, register with R.S.V.P. (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) at 249-9639 between the hours of 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fire district needs to see numbers
MONTROSE — The Montrose Fire Protection District is asking all area residents to display their street numbers clearly on the front of their homes. Homes without street numbers displayed are difficult for fire, EMS, and police services to locate, especially at night. Addresses clearly displayed on the fronts of houses will help shorten response times for these services. For more information, call 249-9181.
Drive a cancer patient to treatment
MONTROSE — The American Cancer Society is seeking volunteers for its “Road to Recovery” program. Volunteers provide transportation for cancer patients to and from their cancer treatments. The main requirements are the desire to help others, a good driving record and an insured car in good working condition. Interested persons can call Holly at the American Cancer Society at 970-242-9593 for more information about the program.
Give the gift of time
MONTROSE — Partners of Delta, Montrose and Ouray is seeking adult volunteers to mentor youth three hours a week for a one-year partnership. Partners offers monthly activities, training and guidance. Call 249-1116 in Montrose; 874-4661 in Delta; and 626-9861 in Ouray County or visit www.partners-west.org.
Heirlooms for Hospice needs donations
MONTROSE — Heirlooms for Hospice, an upscale resale shop, is in need of donations. Items such as furniture, gently worn clothing, collectables and house ware are appreciated. Donations are accepted during the hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Proceeds from the store help provide quality hospice care as well as emotional, spiritual and grief support to patients and their families. For more information, contact Cindy in Montrose at 252-3648 or Anne in Grand Junction at 254-8556.
Grant available for children
MONTROSE — Holistic Health Resources of the San Juans announces an Alternative Care Assistance Grant for children ages birth to 18 in Montrose and San Miguel Counties. Services available through the grant include: counseling, physical therapy, hippotherapy, chiropractic, acupuncture, massage and other alternative and complementary healthcare modalities. Qualification for the sliding scale grant is based on family income and number of individuals in the family. For more information or to apply, contact Suzi at 252-7255.
Montrose family planning services
MONTROSE — Montrose Family Planning, 1845 S. Townsend Ave., offers the following confidential services for women: annual women’s exams, contraception needs and reproductive health services at low cost. Call for an appointment at 252-7052.
Immunizations save lives
MONTROSE — Immunization is one of the greatest medical success stories in human history—and has saved millions of lives in the 20th century. Prior to immunization, hundreds of thousands of children were infected and thousands died in the United States each year from diseases such as polio, measles, mumps, rubella, diptheria, pertussis (whooping cough) and meningitis caused by haemophilus influenzae type b. For more information on immunization, contact Montrose County Health and Human Services at 252-5000.
Recycle drive
MONTROSE — Help double the amount of co-mingle trash that Montrose recycles by bringing your glass bottles and jars, cans and No.1 and No. 2 plastics (printed on bottom) to the new recycle bin beside the Super 8 Motel, or to the Recycle Center Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tandem Families still seeking volunteers
MONTROSE — Tandem Families, a non-profit organization that provides a family-to-family mentoring program, needs tandem family volunteers. When a child faces extra struggles growing up and the family dynamic is strained, Tandem Families partners the child and their family with a volunteer tandem family in the community. This family provides support and guidance to the child through difficult and challenging circumstances. For more information or to volunteer, call Sheryl at 252-7445.
MADA’s closet
MONTROSE — Free clothing, household items and miscellaneous items are available at MADA’s (Mexican-American Development Association) Closet from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 17 North 6th Street in Montrose. For more information, call 249-4774.
Well child program
MONTROSE — Montrose County Health and Human Services is now offering a Well Child Program to the community. The program will provide the following services for children, from 0-19 years: sports physicals, camp physicals, daycare physicals and school physicals. Fees are based on a sliding fee schedule. Medicaid accepted. Appointments are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. To receive additional information or schedule an appointment, call 252-5000.
DAV looking for volunteer drivers
MONTROSE — The local Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapter is seeking volunteers to act as drivers to transport Veterans Administration (VA) patients from the Montrose area to the VA clinic in Montrose and the VA hospital in Grand Junction. The local DAV chapter will receive a new seven-passenger van for this purpose, and the volunteers would each drive about one day each month. You do not need to be a DAV member or a veteran to be a volunteer driver. Call Mark at 240-0392 or Wes at 249-7595 for more information.
Crime stoppers board meeting
MONTROSE — The Montrose Crime Stoppers announces the start of a monthly board meeting schedule on the third Thursday of every month at 1020 S. Townsend Ste. C at 4 p.m.
Therapeutic massage
MONTROSE — The Montrose Recreation District is offering Therapeutic Massage Sessions for adults 50 and above on the first Thursday of each month. The sessions will be held from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Montrose Pavilion Senior Center. Cost is $25 for a half hour or $45 for one-hour sessions. Call 240-3844 for an appointment.
Volunteers needed
MONTROSE — Drivers are needed for the Meals on Wheels Program in the Montrose area. More than 90 meals per day are now being delivered to the homebound Monday through Friday. There are currently five routes. The meals are picked up at 11 a.m. at the Montrose Senior Center, and it takes approximately 45 minutes to one hour to deliver. Volunteers usually sign up for one week at a time. To participate in this program, contact Debra at 249-9423 from 9 to 11 a.m., or leave a message.
Balance screenings
MONTROSE — Balance screenings will be held at San Juan Living Center in Montrose the last Tuesday afternoon of each month. Cost is $10. Fall prevention/balance programs will also be available. Call 249-9683 for more information.
Share love of art
MONTROSE — Partners of Delta, Montrose and Ouray is looking for adult artists (any medium) to mentor local youth for a three-month art partnership. For more information, call 249-1116 or visit www.partners-west.org.
Become a volunteer for visually impaired
MONTROSE — The Center for Independence has a recreation/support group in Montrose and Delta specifically for adults who are visually impaired. The center currently has one recreation activity scheduled on the second Thursday of each month and is looking for volunteers for this program. Training and support is provided. Time requirement is approximately six hours per month. Call Diana Martinez, Outreach Independent Living Coordinator at 241-0315 for more information.
Support boys and girls club
MONTROSE — Whiten your smile and support the Black Canyon Boys and Girls Club. Dr. Dan Clader and the Center for Dental Excellence Team are offering a personalized home whitening kit. All tax-deductible donations will go to the Black Canyon Boys and Girls Club. Call 249-6955 for more information and appointments.
La Leche League info
MONTROSE — A new series of La Leche League meetings are being held at The First Church of the Nazarene in Montrose. Services available include monthly informational meetings, lending library and 24-hour phone help for breastfeeding problems or questions. All mothers and their babies are welcome. For directions to the meeting or more information call 874-2959.
Pay utilities more easily
MONTROSE — Now city residents can authorize payments for city utilities directly from their checking or savings accounts at no charge. You can start this service by calling the city of Montrose Utility Billing Department at 240-1466 and a form will be mailed to you. Residents can also access the form on the City Web site at http://ci.montrose.co.us.
Girl Scouts scout for volunteers
MONTROSE — The Girl Scouts of Chipeta, Montrose Service Unit, are looking for volunteers to serve as troop leaders and troop helpers in Montrose and Olathe for the upcoming school year. If you are interested please call Pat Mroczek-Van Allen at 249-2105 or the Girl Scout Council Office at 242-4461.
Resource guide available
MONTROSE — Montrose Memorial Hospital and the Montrose RE-1J Interagency Transition Board have created a human services resource guide for the central Western slope of Colorado on the Web site www.montrosehumanresource.com. Current participants are encouraged to visit this Web site and check their information for accuracy. Please leave a fax number in order to complete necessary information for being included in the guide. For more information contact Janet Johannessen at 249-2405 or e-mail jjohannessen@mcsd.k12.co.us.
Visit free room at library
MONTROSE — The Montrose Library offers a selection of books and materials free for taking in the “free room” at the library. There are tax forms, information about a variety of organizations and programs in the community, magazines and mail order catalogs. In addition to a selection of books, the room also features encyclopedias, computer books, Readers Digest Condensed Books, miscellaneous fiction and nonfiction books and textbooks. Children’s books and magazines are offered when available.
Health aid available
OLATHE — The Farm Worker Health Services is offering assistance with medical, dental and medications to eligible agricultural workers. To find out if you qualify for services, call 323-0538.
Be a child’s reading buddy
MONTROSE — The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) has children waiting for the Reading Buddies program and is seeking volunteers who are 55 or older. If you are interested, please call Norma at 249-9639.
Get free legal advice
MONTROSE — Free legal services are available at the Montrose County Justice Center for low-income individuals. Divorce questions are handled Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m., and other non-criminal problems on Thursdays and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. Call 249-9658 for information.
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