Estes Park Museum Gallery to reopen today after temporary closure

The Estes Park Museum gallery will open today, Jan. 8 at 10 a.m. after the discovery of webbing clothes moths prompted an unexpected closure. Out of an abundance of caution, all textiles on display were placed through a freeze – thaw cycle, followed by an in-depth cleaning process before being put back on display. While the artifacts were off display, the gallery environment underwent a thorough cleaning and moth traps were placed to curtail any future occurrence. Museum gallery hours are Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Finding Joy Today

“The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World” will be the focus of an 8-week series at St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church starting Wednesday, Jan. 15.  The community is invited to join in a light soup supper and discussion starting at 5:30pm. The book can be purchased through your preferred bookseller; a limited number of copies will be available to purchase for $15.  All interested are asked to go to the church website at www.stbartsepiscopalchurch.org to RSVP.  St. Bartholomew is located at 880 MacGregor Avenue, along the road to the Twin Owls.  The Episcopal Church welcomes you! Contact the church at office@stbartsepiscopalchurch.org or 970-586-4504 for more information.

One Hundred Women Who Care 

The philanthropic and social group will meet Thursday, Jan. 30 at the American Legion at 5 p.m. at the American Legion. The organization meets three times a year and the only commitment members make is to support the nonprofit selected by the group at each meeting with a $100 contribution. There are no membership dues. No bake sales. Just a fun evening to network, meet new people, and support community causes. If you want plan to attend and to stay for dinner RSVP to Janet Collison janet.collison@gmail.com

Since beginning in August 2021, the organization has generated nearly $83,000 for community organizations while having a lot of fun in the process. The three 2025 meeting dates are Jan. 30, June 26, and Sept. 18. For more information

One Book One Valley: “The Ride of Her Life”

This year’s One Book One Valley Selection is “The Ride of her Life” by Elizabeth Letts. The library has planned a series of events around this book. Read Elisabeth Sherwin’s review for the Estes Valley Voice and enjoy the programs. Check out the calendar link to register for the events.

2025 Community Information Academy

Have you ever wanted to be part of the CIA—well here’s your chance. The Town of Estes Park’s biennial Community Information Academy—formerly the Citizens Information Academy—is a seven-week series designed to familiarize participants with Estes Park’s municipal government and encourage active participation from community members.

During the CIA, participants meet with Town Trustees and staff and expand their knowledge of overall Town operations. The course reviews the responsibilities of Town departments including Public Works, Utilities, Internal Services, Community Development, Finance, the Town Administrator’s Office, Town Clerk and Human Resources, Events and Visitor Services, Police, and the Municipal Court. 

The CIA consists of six weekly three-hour classroom sessions, as well as a Town facilities tour, and is free of charge. Classes will take place Wednesday afternoons from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Estes Valley Library, beginning Feb. 5 and continuing through March 26. Five sessions will cover the Town departments listed above, and a sixth will focus on the local Special Districts in Estes Park. There will be no session March 19.

A short application is required prior to admission, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Priority for admission to the program is given to Town residents, but individuals who live outside Town boundaries are welcome to attend if space is available. Minimum class size is 15; the maximum is 22.

Attending CIA is not a prerequisite for election or appointment to a board or commission; however, CIA participants who subsequently served on Town boards and commissions have found it very helpful.

Interested individuals should contact Public Information Officer Kate Miller or 970-577-3701 no later than Wednesday, January 15. Applications are accepted through January 23, 2025. The Estes Valley Library and the Town of Estes Park are partners in offering this civic engagement opportunity.