Events/Virtual Events & Activities
NOTE: All events that are posted, could change without notice, might be cancellation, change of dates, or times, so please call ahead to the event your interested in, to make sure its still on or no changes happening And its best to look into details, if not sure if event is Free or not. The post sent to me may not always say it.
NOVEMBER
Tri-Fire Toy Drive
It is that time of year. The Lake George, Florissant and 4 Mile Fire Departments are joining together again this year to spread a bit of joy to those children in need within our communities. We are starting to collect toys that we will distribute to those families. There are many drop off locations around town. Thank you in advance for making this a Happy time of year! Please drop your donation off at: Lake George Fire Station #1. Monetary donations can be made as well, write check out to: Tri -Fire Toy Drive
Hi everyone we are with High Country BBQ in Fairplay.We are taking reservations for smoked turkeys and hams until the week before thanksgiving and Christmas.Just call us if you want to reserve & for more details
719-839- 0417
Nov 26 – Dec 5 all-day
“Shop Small & Win Big” in Fairplay this holiday season!- see Flyer on Left side of page
Nov 26 – Dec 9 all-day
Grab An Ornament Off The Tree and Help Spread Even More Love and Joy!
More details on flyer shown on the left side of page. Fairplay,CO.
Which will show all locations.
Nov 26 – Dec 31 all-day
Holiday Membership Sale – Giving the Gift of Health and Wellness at
South Park Rec Center, 1190 Bullet Rd, Fairplay, CO 80440, Phone: (719) 836-0747
More details on flyer shown on left side of page
Now till November 30th
Silent Auction to benefit O Intermountain Humane Society & Animal Shelter
at River Canyon Gallery, 57 Main Street, Bailey,CO. 303-838-2950. Open
10 am to 5pm, closed Wednesday. Come in and bid on over 40 cool items,
just some of the items to bid on: Jewelry, Paintings, wood vases, stein glass,
and more.Bidding ends November 30th 5pm. (lol warning im told some people
plan to wait till the last minute to bid on items so they can be the highest bid and win some items) Let the challange start.!! Come out & bid, all for a good
cause.
December
Now till December 8th
Tri Fire Christmas Toy Drive-Donate a new toy to make a child smile.
This includes 4 Mile Fire, Florissant Fire and Lake George Fire Departments. We are collecting new unwrapped toys for children in need in our area. You may drop off your toy donations or a monetary donation made payable to "TRI-FIRE TOY DRIVE" at any of the 3 listed fire departments, starting November 1st. We appreciate the support from our community.
*December 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 28th
Songs & Stories with Hunter
Bring your little ones Every Wednesdays at 11 am
Fairplay Library, 400 Front St, Fairplay, CO. (719) 836-4297
Call ahead to be sure they havnt cancelled.
December 4th, 11th, 18th
Help us cut wood in effort to help others-8:00 am – 11:00 am,
Country Church in Hartsel,CO. 719-748-5434 still needs help.
We cut/split wood behind Twin Creek Realty, 26977 County Rd. 59
Hartsel, CO.
December 4th
The Town of Fairplay is pleased to announce the 2021 Time Pioneer Award
Recipient Barbie McBee. Pleas join us to honor Barbie and her many contributions to the South Park Community during our Real Colorado Christmas at 4.45 PM, at Prunes Plaza next to the Hand Hotel in Fairplay
December 4th
1st Annual Band Mattress Fudraiser-10am-5pm, at South Park High School,
640 Hathaway St, Fairplay, CO. Every purchase benefits the band program.
Matress: Twin from $249, Full from $349, Queen from $399. King from $549.
Beautyrest: Adjustable base, Luxury pillows, Massage chair.
25+styles on display, brand new with full factory warranties, all forms of payment accepted. financing available. Delivery available AND they will take your old mattress. coinciding with the Holiday Bazaar.
December 4th
Annual Holiday Bazaar & A Real Colorado Christmas, 9.30 am to 430 pm,
South Park High School, 640 Hathaway St, Fairplay, CO.
Arts & Crafts Vendors, Visit With Santa, Shop Local Opportunities, Tree Lighting, and more....Please if you would like to reserve a spot please email PTO at pto4ete@gmail.com
If you had a booth at the last bazaar and paid for it in advance you will be getting an email to confirm…
December 4th
from 12 - 3:30 p.m. the Fairplay Library will participate in the Christmas Bazaar. We will craft Christmas cards & snowmen. Hot chocolate & coffee will also be provided.
December 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th, 31st, Jan.1st
Winter Wonderland Sleigh Ride & Dinner-4.30 PM-9 PM, 801 COUNTY RD. 453
LAKE GEORGE, CO. Our famous sleigh rides are back for the 2021 holiday season! This year we will be offering an all-inclusive package that includes sleigh ride, a traditional ranch supper, ornament making, crafts, smore's, hot beverages, treats and more! If you came last year, this year is going to be bigger and better!
By Reservation ONLY. We recommend making reservations early as we sold out last year right after Thanksgiving. It's a great Christmas present to your family and friends that comes with a lifetime of memories!
Call 719-748-3398 to make your reservation.
Group of 4 $250 total
Additional riders are $65 for adults and $30 per child 11 and under.
As always: 2 years and under are free and military/veteran/first responder
discount of 10%.
*While there is a 4 person minimum per sleigh. We will have a waiting list of folks with parties under 4 ppl and once a sleigh has space we will place you in the spot. Our goal is that everyone who wants to go will go and will do everything possible to make the magic happen!
**Please note, if there is not enough sleigh quality snow we will be using a wheeled wagon decorated exactly like our sleigh. Need Direction go to: https://mlazyc.com/contact/
December 6th, 20th
Join Peace Works and the Park County Senior Coalition for
Seniors Brunch-10am, Fair Barn, 880 Bogue Street, Fairplay,CO.
Come and enjoy a free brunch. Meet new and old friends while
having a good conversation, and enjoying crafts & games.
For more info call Lea 303-838-7176 or Jennie 719-836-4150
Dec 7 all-day
Colorado Gives Day ~ pick a nonprofit and make their day/month/year! :)
Just some i seen listed ( there is more)
https://www.coloradogives.org/COGIVESDAY
Rocky Mountain Rural Health, Inc.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the High Rockies
Park County Search and Rescue (PCSAR)
Mosquito Range Heritage Initiative
December 10th
FREE Fairplay Flicks coming back soon at Fairplay Library
Free Fairplay Flicks: 2nd Friday of the Month right after STEAM
(Working around COVID guidelines)
STEAM Learning -1pm, be sure to sign up by calling 719-836-4297
Call first to be sure they have not cancelled
December 11th
Grand Opening " Rabbit Hole"
Board Game Cafe- Come & Play
Monday & Tues- Can reserve private Tables
@ $20 per hour, from 11 am-10 pm
Rest of the days $10 per hour a table
Wed. 2 pm-11 pm
Thurs. 2 pm-10 pm
Friday & Sat. 1 pm-Midnight
Sunday 1 pm-6 pm
Wed. & Fridays will be Tournaments
Wed. Dungeon & Dragons, Fridays Magic Gatherings
Come play complimentary games are free for kids when
they get off from school from 2pm-6pm
331 US Hwy 285, Fairplay,CO. (near Soup Pot) 501-414-4372
Walk in welcomed
December 11th
South Park Food Bank – Neighbors Caring for Neighbors, 9:00 am – 10:30 am We are here to help. The Food Bank is for ANYONE who is struggling during these challenging times. You can contact Jane at 719-839-0494 or call South Park Community Church at 719-836-2770, Located at 501 Main Street, Fairplay,CO.
December 16th
Alma Bingo & Potluck
6pm- Dinner, bring a side dish
7pm-Bingo, $10 to play 10/11 game
59 E. Buckskin, Alma,CO. 719-836-2712
December 17th
10th Annual Fairplay Christmas Bird Count ~ Join us for the fun! 8:00 am
Greetings Bird Watchers!
It is getting close to that time of year again for the Christmas Bird Counts. There will be a CBC hosted out of the Forest Service Office in Fairplay, Colorado on Friday, December 17, 2021. We will meet at the Forest Service office in Fairplay on the corner of the stoplight intersection, on Highway 285 and 9, at 8 am. Please contact me for additional information, questions, and to sign up for the count. Birders of all levels are welcome and there are options for hiking, snowshoeing, or driving. I have attached the flyer with information.
Due to Covid-19, group sizes will be limited to 2 to 3 and vehicles will be occupied only by members of the same household.
For additional information on the Christmas Bird Count, please visit http://www.audubon.org/conservation/science/christmas-bird-count
Flyer to the left of this page
December 19th
Legion All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet-Breakfast 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
American Legion All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet-Breakfast is back!
$12 for adults, $8 for kids 12 & under, little kids 5 & under are free.
601 Clark Street, Fairplay,CO. 719-836-2720
December 30th
Celebrate New year's come to the "Rabbit Hole
331 US Hyw 285, Fairplay,CO. (near Soup Pot)
Pancake Breakfast
Board Games
$25 , limited space, call to reserve 501-414-4372
6 pm - about 1.30 am
January
January 9th
Intro to Ice Climbing at Lake George with Front Range Climbing,
7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, $150
Location:Camp Alexander, 2182 County Road 96.Lake George, CO 80827
Refund policy No Refunds
1/2 Half-Day Ice Climbing Course with Front Range Climbing Company, at Camp Alexander in Lake George, Colorado.
Join the ACA Mountaineering Team - Kevin Donovan. He'll help lead as Front Range Climbing Company teaches us the basics about Ice Climbing.
Ice climbing in the Colorado Rockies is an amazing experience. Climbing the frozen ice tucked into the mountains opens a world that is different from summer’s rock climbing. Front Range Climbing Company is your guide to all your winter ice climbing adventures along Colorado’s Front Range. Learn basic ice climbing skills, including equipment, knots, belaying, descending, and climbing movement.
Front Range Climbing Company provides you with all of the technical climbing gear you need for your trip (see list below) Other technical gear required for the trip will also be provided by Front Range Climbing Company.
If you have your own equipment, and would like to use them, please let your guide know prior to the trip. Your guide inspects your gear at the start of the trip to determine if they would rather you use company provided equipment for the trip.
Contact Info:
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Front Range Climbing Company / 719-632-5822 / bookings@frontrangeclimbingcompany.com or info@alwayschooseadventures.org
visit: https://www.alwayschooseadventures.org/terms-conditions
More Details at:
Free Stage Plays for Children to Watch
Free Stage Plays for Middle School and
High School to Watch
We’ve Got the Knots.
Animated Knots by Grog is the web’s #1 site for learning how to tie knots. From Boating Knots, Fishing Knots and Climbing Knots to tying a tie, or even Surgical Knots — we’ve got it covered.
Great activity you can do at home, Learn some useful Knots.
https://www.animatedknots.com/
Wow this is so Cool
List of Zoos with Webcams
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Aquarium of the Pacific: penguin, shark, jellyfish, tropical reef cams, and more.
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Atlanta Zoo: Check out the PandaCam
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Cincinnati Zoo: Home Safari Facebook Live event daily at 2pm CST
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EarthCam: Offers a variety of animal cams from across the country and around the world.
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ElPaso Zoo: Offers webcams of meerkats, oragutans, giraffe, siamangs, and sea lions.
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Explore.org: Offers 96 live feeds including some adorable bear cubs:)
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Georgia Aquarium: Webcams offering a live look at beluga whales, California sea lions, jellyfish, piranhas, puffins, sea otters, an Indo-Pacific barrier reef and the ocean floor.
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International Wolf Center: Live wolf cams
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Houston Zoo: Live WebCams of elephants, gorilla, rhino, giraffes, Leafcutter ants, and chimpanzees.
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Maryland Zoo: Penguin, flamingo, giraffe, and goat cams
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Memphis Zoo: Hippo, elephant, and panda cams
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Monterey Bay Aquarium: 10 Web cams allow you to view sea otters, jelly fish, penguins, sharks, and more.
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National Aquarium: Three cams give you views of the Blacktip Reef, Coral Reef, and Jelly Invasion https://www.aqua.org/
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National Zoo: AnimalCams of lion, elephant, panta, and naked mole-rats.
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Oakland Zoo: Black Bear, sun bear, condor, and elephant cams.
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Oregon Coast Aquarium: Live Shark Cam
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Pittsburgh Zoo: Cheetah and penguin cams
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Reid Park Zoo: Offers zoo cams of elephant, giraffe, grizzly bears, lemur, and lions.
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San Diego Zoo: Amazing videos, activities, and games.
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Seattle Aquarium: Sea Otters and harbor seal cams
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Smithsonian National Zoo https://nationalzoo.si.edu/webcams
Select a zoo to view its live cameras
https://zoocamerasaroundtheworld.com/list-of-zoos-with-webcams/
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