MONTROSE — The Montrose Pavilion will be closed Feb. 28, March 1 and 2 for remodeling. No meals will be served and no Meals on Wheels will be delivered. All activities, classes and tax services will be cancelled. The Billiards Tournament has been rescheduled for Feb. 21. The Pavilion's regular schedule will resume March 5. For more information, call 252-4884.
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Fund for help Blas Family
MONTROSE — A medical benefit fund has been set up to help the family of Ubaldo Blas. Blas, 32, is a Montrose resident with two kids who recently was diagnosed with Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and is undergoing chemotherapy in Denver. People who would like to help the Blas family can make donation at the Montrose Bank to the Medical Benefit Fund of Ubaldo Blas. For more information contact mary Ramirez at 497-9408.
Woodworkers Guild to meet
MONTROSE — The Woodworkers Guild of Western Colorado will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20 at 63620 Jig Rd., Montrose. Featured speaker will be Chris Ramsay discussing rustic furniture built from "beetle-kill" pine trees. Woodworkers of all skill levels are welcome. For more information and direction, call Martin at 252-1086 or Jim at 249-7879.
MAPA to meet
MONTROSE — The Montrose Animal Protection Agency (MAPA) will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20 in the Montrose Library conference room. The public is invited to attend.
Take a hike
MONTROSE — The Montrose 500 Mile Walkers have scheduled the following activities for February:
Walkers should come prepared for changing weather conditions. Please leave your dog at home. For more information, call 249-7640.
Archaeological society program
MONTROSE — "Machu Picchu and Beyond, A Peruvian Archaeological Odyssey," is the topic of the Wednesday, Feb. 21, meeting of the Chipeta Chapter of the Colorado Archaeology Society. The free, public program begins at 7 p.m. in Baldridge Hall of the Montrose United Methodist Church. For more information, call 249-9647.
Newcomers Club social
MONTROSE — The Montrose Newcomers Club will host a Potato Bake Potluck Social at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22 at the Cimarron Creek Conference Center, 65.30 Road off the San Juan Avenue bypass. The club will furnish the potatoes, toppings, drinks and dinnerware; members and guests are asked to bring a salad or dessert. The Sweet Adeline's Chorus will provide entertainment. Call Mary Jo at 249-1880 to RSVP and for more information.
Muscular Dystrophy 'lock-up'
MONTROSE — Montrose residents will be locked up for a good cause during the Annual Montrose Lock-Up, a fund-raising event that benefits the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), on Thursday, Feb. 22 at the Red Barn Restaurant. Money raised through the Montrose Lock-Up directly benefits children and adults diagnosed with muscular dystrophy. For more information, call (970) 241-2181.
Library used book sale
MONTROSE — The Friends of the Library will host its annual used book sale on Feb. 22, 23 and 24 at the Montrose Regional Library. The Feb. 22 (Thursday) sale is for members of Friends of the Library from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Anyone may become a "Friend" by filling out an application available at the front desk of the library or during the days of the sale. The sale is open to the public on Friday, Feb. 23, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturday, Feb. 24, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The books are sold by donation only; proceeds go to various library projects.
Alzheimer's program
MONTROSE — The Alzheimer's Association is presenting a program, "Hospitalization and the Person with Dementia," from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22 at Montrose Memorial Hospital. The class is for family member caregivers, professionals who work in the field of Alzheimer's and dementia care and hospital staff. Register by calling (970) 256-1274 or go online at laurie.frasier@alz.org.
Free legal services
MONTROSE — Renter's problems is one of the matters addressed in the free attorney advice clinics now being offered at the Montrose Justice Center. The clinics are scheduled at 9:15 a.m. Feb. 22 and 23 and every Thursday and Friday morning. A "Do It Yourself Divorce Clinic" (with legal back up) is also offered at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 21 and every Wednesday afternoon. For more information, call 249-9658. These services are sponsored by Delta-Montrose Free Legal Services.
Pilot's association meeting
MONTROSE — The Black Canyon Pilot's Association will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22 at the offices of Mathis & Associates, 121 N. Park Ave., Montrose. Topics for discussion will include the scheduling of an airport open house for 2007 and the election of directors for 2007. For more information, call 249-2546.
VIN inspections
MONTROSE — The Colorado State Patrol office in Montrose will be conducting Certified VIN Inspections on Friday, Feb. 23, between 8:30 a.m. and noon. Call 249-9575 to set up an appointment.
Pavilion dance
MONTROSE — The Montrose Pavilion Senior Center will hold a dance on Saturday, Feb. 24 with music provided by Country Plus. Dancing begins at 7:30 p.m. and continues until 11 p.m. with a break for free refreshments at 9 p.m. Admission is $4 per person. For more information, call 249-9029 or 252-9129.
Pea Green 'Saturday night out'
PEA GREEN — The Pea Green Community Center, Colo. 348 and Banner Road, will host an old-time and bluegrass concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24. Admission is $5 at the door. For more information, call Paula at 835-3872.
Theatre for Children auditions
MONTROSE — Auditions for Magic Circle's next Theatre for Children production will be held Saturday, Feb. 24 at 2 p.m. and on Wednesday, Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. at the theater. The show, "Talking Trees," is a participation play adapted from an Italian Fairy Tale. There will be parts for adults and teens. Audition packets are available on the outside of the theater and in the lobby. For more information, call 249-7838 or 249-6088.
Audubon field trips
ECKERT — The Black Canyon Audubon Society will host two birding trips in February.
Poetry reading/book signing
OLATHE — A house party to celebrate the publication of Art Goodtimes' poetry collection, "As if the World Really Mattered," will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, in Olathe. Goodtimes, a Norwood poet and San Miguel County commissioner, will read from his book and sign copies. For more information, call Tricia at 323-5585.
Woodworks percussion concert
MONTROSE — The Montrose Arts Council presents the Woodworks Percussion Ensemble from Fort Lewis College in concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25 at the Montrose Pavilion. General admission tickets are $15/adults; $5/students; children, 12 and under, are free. For more information, call Tricia at 249-4325 or Bonnie at 249-9444.
Visual arts guild to meet
MONTROSE — The Montrose Visual Arts Guild will meet at 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26 at Sunset Mesa Funeral Home in Montrose. Mary Hill of the Monart School of Art in Montrose will be the featured guest. All interested persons are invited to attend.
UVA to meet
MONTROSE — The Uncompahgre Valley Association will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26 at the Hillcrest United Church of Christ. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information, call 249-9623.
VFW to meet
MONTROSE — VFW Post 784 and Ladies Auxiliary will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 27 at Friendship Hall with a potluck starting at 6:30 p.m., followed by the meeting. For more information, call 240-7939.
Children's museum workshops
MONTROSE — The Climbing Tree Children's Museum is partnering with the Montrose Recreation District to offer the Toddler Time workshop series for children ages 2-5. The following workshops are scheduled:
Workshops fill quickly; pre-registration is required. Call 249-7705 to register. Climbing Tree members receive a $2 discount (first child only).
Health care discussion
MONTROSE — The Whole Life Network is sponsoring a discussion, "Health Care for All Colorado," presented by Dr. Richard Gingery, at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28 at the Montrose Library. All interested persons are invited to attend. For more information, call 252-5004.
American Red Cross classes
MONTROSE — American Red Cross classes will be held on the following dates:
CASA training
MONTROSE — Voices for Children seeks volunteers who care about kids from the Delta and Montrose area for the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program and in Montrose for the Family Visit program. Call 249-0337 for more information and an application packet. Training begins March 6.
Lunch and learn presentation
MONTROSE — On March 6 from noon to 1:00 p.m., Alexandra Hall from the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment will present “Labor Market Information.” Hall will discuss projections for the Western Slope economy and effects of the recent minimum wage change on businesses. The presentation, which is sponsored by the Colorado Workforce Center and the Montrose Chamber of Commerce, will be held in the second floor conference room at the chamber building, 1519 E. Main. Call the workforce center at 249-7783 or Chamber of Commerce at 249-5000 for further information and reservations. There is no charge for attending the presentation, and refreshments will be served.
Deadline approaches for emergency farm loans
MONTROSE — March 12, 2007 is the deadline for producers in Delta, Gunnison, Ouray and Montrose counties to apply for an emergency loan based on damages and losses caused by ongoing drought, fire, high winds, late freeze, insect pests and heat that occurred from Jan. 1, 2006 and continuing. For more information or application forms, contact the Farm Service Agency office in Montrose at 102 Par Place, 249-8407.
CASA benefit
MONTROSE — CASA (Voices for Children) is hosting a flea market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 17 at the Lions Park Clubhouse. Indoor spaces are $40; outdoor spaces are $25. Call 249-0337 to reserve space. Proceeds of booth space sales support Voices for Children's services for abused children.
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Donate to Pet Overpopulation Fund
MONTROSE — The Pet Overpopulation Fund, which helps furnish grants to veterinarians and animal care and control agencies to subsidize spay/neuter programs, is asking taxpayers to donate to the cause.
Donations can be made by checking off line 38 of the state income tax form and indicating the amount of the donation. The state will forward the designated amount to the fund and all donations are used to the benefit of cats and dogs. Locally, the Montrose Animal Protection Agency recieved a $15,000 grant from 2005 donations.
For more information about the fund, visit www.SaveColoradoPets.org
Flamingo flocking fund-raiser
MONTROSE — The Montrose High School ASTRA Club is once again accepting orders for flamingo flockings. "Flamingos for Friends and Foes." The 3-foot-tall yard flamingos can be rented from 20 to 100 birds per order; cost is $1 per bird. A neck tag explains who the birds are from and the occasion. Funds raised this year will go toward several local projects and helping youth in Uganda. For more information and reservations, call 240-0421.
Call for artists
OURAY — The Ouray County Arts Assn. will hold its 2007 Winter Art & Craft Fest for all artists on the Western Slope on Feb. 23-25 in the San Juan Room of the Ouray Community Center. Acceptable entries include: original paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture, needlework, craft and jewelry. There is no charge for OCAA members or students; all others, $10 for up to four pieces, $3 for each piece after that up to a total of eight pieces. Registration will be held on Friday, Feb. 23, from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information, call DeAnn at 626-3212 or Laurie at 325-0808. The show will be open to the public at no charge on Friday, Feb. 23, from 1 to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 24, from 10 am. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Public Lands Center seeking volunteers
MONTROSE — The Montrose Public Lands Center is looking for volunteers to be part of the visitor information team. The center is looking for people who like working with the public and are knowledgeable and passionate about the Bureau of Land Management, United States Forest Service and National Park Service lands in the area. Volunteers will greet visitors to the center, answer recreation and land use questions, answer the telephone and perform other general light office work. Training and a uniform will be provided. For more information, call Kevin Cohenour at 240-5308.
Seedling tree program
MONTROSE — Seedling trees are now available to order through the Colorado State University Cooperative Extension and Colorado State Forest Service Conservation Tree Program. To qualify you must own at least two acres of land. Trees must be planted for the purpose of creating windbreaks, wildlife habitat, erosion control, etc.; they many not be used for ornamental or landscaping plantings or sold as live trees. For application forms or additional information, call CSU extension office in Montrose at 249-3935.
National forest visitor map price changes
DELTA — The USDA Forest Service announced that National Forest/Grassland Visitor Map prices will increase from $6 for a paper map to $9; and from $7 for a plastic map to $10, effective Feb. 28, 2007. For more information, call 263-5829.
Girl Scout cookie sales
MONTROSE — Girl Scouts of Chipeta Council will be taking orders for eight varieties of cookies from Jan. 12-26. Delivery to customers will be after Feb. 17. Direct sales will be held on the weekends from Feb. 17 to March 4 in front of local stores. All proceeds go to Girl Scouts of Chipeta Council. For more information, call 242-4461.
Memories/photos sought for Sampler Square building
MONTROSE — A luncheon is being planned at Amelia's Restaurant for longtime residents who can share their memories and photos of the property at W. Main & S. Grand, now known as the Sampler Square building. If you have memories or stories to tell about the Burtis Packing Plant, ore sampling company, flour mill, the first electric power plant or any other historic uses, call Larry at (623) 374-5548.
UVLA continues tradition of legal service
MONTROSE — Uncompahgre Volunteer Legal Aid (UVLA) provides low-income residents of Montrose, Ouray and San Miguel counties and elderly residents of Montrose, Delta, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Ouray and San Miguel counties with legal assistance. The UVLA office, located at 307 Main St., Montrose, is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, however messages are checked on a daily basis. UVLA receives support from the Area Agency on Aging (AAA), a division of Region 10. To make an appointment or for more information, contact Patty at 249-7202.
VCB announces changes to funding policy
MONTROSE — The Board of Directors of the Montrose Visitors & Convention Bureau recently approved a change to the funding policy pertaining to special events. In recent years, applications for promotional funds have been accepted for review on a monthly basis, beginning January 2007, however, requests will be reviewed on a quarterly basis. Applications for funding must be submitted for review by the VCB Board no less than 120 days prior to the date of the actual event. Early application is appreciated; however, review of applications will take place no more than 180 days prior to the event. Review of applications will take place at the regular monthly VCB Board meetings in January, April, July and October. For more information, contact MVCB Director Michelle Gottlieb at 252-0505.
Benefit account
MONTROSE — A benefit account has been set up at Montrose Bank for Brett and Nichole Carlson and family of Montrose. Brett will be undergoing chemotherapy for the next six to seven months for liver problems and will be unable to work. The couple is also expecting their second child soon. To make a donation to the family, contact Lanay Crow at Montrose Bank at 249-3408.
Class of '77 seeking classmates
MONTROSE — The reunion committee for the Montrose High School Class of 1977 is planning its 30-year reunion Aug. 10 and 11, 2007. The committee needs contact information for classmates. Call Gaye at 240-6947, Terry at 249-2921 or Pam at 240-3782. Classmates are also welcome to join the reunion committee.
Volunteers needed for Habitat
MONTROSE — Habitat for Humanity has one home under construction, and one nearly ready for dedication. Volunteers, in teams or as individuals, are needed Fridays and Saturdays throughout the next three months. Volunteers are also needed at Habitat's ReStore, picking up donations, preparing and arranging them for sale and staffing the store. For more information, call 252-9303.
Flag etiquette classes
MONTROSE — American Legion Post No. 73 is offering flag etiquette classes to local schools, churches and clubs. For more information, call John at 252-0047.
Volunteers needed
MONTROSE — The Montrose Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center is seeking volunteers to greet visitors, answer phones and help out in the office. A variety of shifts are available. For more information, call 249-5000.
Region 10 Hearing Aid Bank
MONTROSE — The Region 10 Hearing Aid Bank provides donated hearing aids to individuals who need them. The Hearing Aid Bank serves those in Montrose, San Miguel, Hinsdale, Delta, Gunnison and Ouray counties. Those who have hearing aids that are no longer needed can donate them to the Region 10 Hearing Aid Bank in return for a tax deduction. For more information or to apply for service, call Region 10 Area Agency on Aging at 249-2436 or audiologist Pam Petersen at 527-6290. Information is also available through Montrose County Health and Human Services at 252-5000.
Jail ministries in need of cars
MONTROSE — Montrose Jail Ministries is in need of used cars (running or in need of minor repair) to give to families in need. For more information, call 209-5001 or 240-5965.
Christ's Kitchen needs volunteers
MONTROSE — Christ's Kitchen needs volunteers for three-hour periods on Mondays, Wednesdays, and especially on Fridays. For more details, call coordinator Nancy Hanna at 252-0612.
Family education/support meetings
MONTROSE — Midwestern Colorado Mental Health Center is providing Family Education and Support meetings regarding addictions and recovery issues. Meetings are held every Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the mental health center, 605 E. Miami. There is no fee for the meetings, and they are open to the public. For more information, contact Mike Barton at 249-9694.
Senior referral desk
MONTROSE — The Senior Resource Referral desk at the Montrose Pavilion is open Monday through Friday at 9 a.m. to provide resource information to assist seniors with problems and issues. For more information, call 252-4889.
Compost bins available
MONTROSE — As part of their ongoing efforts to promote recycling, the Environmental Committee of the Montrose Altrusa Club, along with the City of Montrose Recycle Task Force, is selling expandable compost bins for $20 each. The bins are made from heavy black plastic, with air holes in the sides, and are expandable and portable. They are available at city hall and are also being sold at Farmers Market on Saturdays. For more information on purchasing the compost bins, contact Dorothy at 249-8954.
Chorus info
DELTA — The Del-Rose Chorus of Sweet Adelines practices every Thursday at 7 p.m. at Delta Middle School. The chorus welcomes all ladies who love to sing to come and join the group. For more information, contact Susanna at 874-3028 or Cheryl at 249-3660.
New policy from state Dept. of Revenue
MONTROSE — Effective July 1, 2006 Montrose County Clerk and Recorder's Office will be implementing a new policy from the Colorado State Department of Revenue. This policy requires all motor vehicle transactions to be accompanied by any form of secure and verifiable identification. The following is a list of transactions that will require your identification:
Also when someone other than a named owner chooses to complete a transaction for the named owner, the named owner will be required to provide a non-secure power of attorney naming the agent. All dealers are required to include a readable photocopy of the SVI to complete title transactions. For more information, contact Carol Kruse, Montrose County Clerk and Recorder at 249-3362 or e-mail to: ckruse@montrose.co.us; or the Department of Revenue/State Titles and Registration Section (303) 205-5608.
Immunization clinics
MONTROSE — Montrose County Health & Human Services offers routine, childhood and foreign travel vaccines administered by registered nurses. Call 252-5000 for an appointment.
Volunteer board members sought
MONTROSE — Voices for Children, a non-profit agency that provides volunteer advocates for abused children in the court system, has openings on its board of directors. The board is seeking individuals from the business, education, law enforcement and general communities of Delta, Montrose, Ouray and Gunnison counties who have an interest in children. Board members typically spend an average of four to six hours per month. Interested persons are encouraged to call the Voices for Children director, Annie Smith, at 249-0337, for more information and an application packet.
Migrant Seasonal Head Start
OLATHE — The Migrant Seasonal Head Start, an early childhood development program, is now providing services for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of migrant families that are working in agriculture. Services are free to qualifying families, and children with disabilities are welcome to the program. Applications will continue to be accepted throughout the agricultural season. For more information, call Terry at 323-9226.
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.
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.
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.
Suicide support group
MONTROSE — The Heartbeat Support Group assists people who have experienced loss through suicide. The group meets the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Montrose Christian Church. For more information, call Vivian at 240-0827.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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