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Hiya friends,
This heat is hurting my feelings, but seeing so many of you guys out and about, enjoying the outdoors and connecting is well worth it. When I first moved to Montrose just four years ago, I remember hearing a common refrain: There's nothing to do!
Well, we can't say that anymore, can we?
Montrose Summer Music Series organizer Dave Bowman reckons upwards of over 3,000 people stopped by the summer's first free concert last Friday - and I believe it.
Bywater Call was an incredible headliner for this first concert, as well! You can read my interview with lead singer Meghan Parnell here.
This community newsletter is made just for you! Do you have any suggestions on how we can make these emails even better, or just want to say hello? Feel free to shoot me an email anytime at cassiek@montrosepress.com. I'd love to hear from you!
- Cassie
Headlines U.S. 550 crash victims were identified
Many in our community are grieving the loss of two Montrose women who died in a crash on U.S. 550 last week.
While thoughts aren't enough, mine go out to the families, friends and loved ones of Candace Smith and Trinity Hasse, who lost their lives on June 6 in a horribly unnecessary accident.
Colorado State Patrol is still investigating the incident, and are looking at excessive speed as a possible factor.
Please, stay safe on the road, folks. The cost of speeding on our mountain roads is higher than any of us want to pay.
Montrose welcomed its first Pride celebration
Cerise Park had a quick turnaround from Friday's concert to Saturday's first Pride celebration. There was lots of love, laughter, music and food to go around!
Several community partners had booths with resources and information, and food trucks and other local beverages were on hand as well.
Montrose Pride sponsors include the Montrose Recreation District, Montrose United Methodist Church, DED Records and ChowDown Pet Supply.
No electricity rate increases? I'll take that.
DMEA is promising another year without rate increases, and in our economy, that's a win. The co-op said this will extend into next year as well.
Community Spotlight
Chelsie De Horta crowned The Black Canyon Classic Pinup Contest Queen
The Colorado Pinup Club held its first community fundraiser last Friday, offering guests a classic car show, a pinup costume contest and a Sock Hop dance - what's not to love?
Chelsie De Horta took home 1st place in the costume contest, crowned Queen for 2024. 1st runner up Amanda Nicole and 2nd runner Sierra Mae McClellan also deserve shout outs!
"What a whirlwind of a weekend!" De Horta shared on Facebook. "Still in disbelief that I won Queen of the Back Canyon Car Show with The Colorado Pinup Club and Black Canyon Classic Car Club! What an honor to be by such beautiful empowering women."
In and around town Now - July 31
Check out the cool art at the 4th Annual Chipeta Art Show happening at the Ute Indian Museum through July. You can find pieces from artists like Susan Kienholz, Mike Simpson, Marsha Norton, and Lu Anne Tyrrell.
The sugar on top? 20% of their sales go to support the Friends of the Ute Indian Museum. You don't even need to pay museum admission to see the show.
Now - August 6
The Montrose Police Department is collecting school supplies to help students in the coming academic year.
Go to 434 S. First St. to drop off items such as crayons, dry-erase markers, pencils, tissues, ring binders, glue sticks, composition books, headphones, earbuds, high-lighters, pocket folders, colored pencils, loose-leaf paper, erasers, and backpacks.
Today
Through 8 p.m. - Free Pizza Day at Buckaroos, 1518 E. Main Street. Get a free one topping personal size pizza with the purchase of a drink or treat. It's not too late to grab a slice!
Wednesday, June 12
7 - 10 p.m. - Escape room at the Montrose County Historical Museum. Can you escape the train to nowhere? Times available on June 12 and 15. Sign up for a time slot at bit.ly/mrldescaperoom. This program is designed for children ages 9-13 years old.
7:30 - 9:30 p.m. - The Young Fables performs at the Courtyard at 610, 610 Clinton St., Ridgway.
Thursday, June 13
11 -1 p.m. - Groundbreaking ceremony for The Grove, a housing development project coming to Montrose. Visit the site, meet the team and learn about the future homes and amenities. DK's Snack Shack will be on site, 16952 County Road 6725.
4 - 6 p.m. - Multi-station archaeology workshop with Alpine Archaeological Consultants. Introducing youth to archaeological excavations, artifact identification, how tools have changed through time, and more. This family STEAM program is designed for youth under 16 with their families, but everyone is welcome. Located at Montrose Regional Library, East Lawn.
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Mixed Bag Jazz performs at The Temple Events for a swing dance night. 515 E. Main St., Montrose.
7 - 8:30 p.m. - Learn the country waltz at the Montrose Lions Clubhouse, Nevada & 6th N. Street. Singles and couples welcome. Entry, $5.
Friday, June 14 8 a.m. - Flag Day celebrations in Delta begin at Ziggi's Coffee, 53 Stafford Lane. Coffee with a Vet, 8 - 10 a.m. Flag Day ceremony, 10 - 11 a.m. Games and activities, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Proceeds benefit Delta High School JROTC.
7 - 9 p.m. - Ecstatic Dance night at The Sherbino in Ridgway. Music from DJ Straylight.
7 p.m. - Historical walking tour examining the "seedier" side of local history. Visit sites of notorious saloons, jails and historical buildings. First of two walking tours this season. Meet at the Montrose County Historical Museum, 21 N Rio Grande Ave. Tickets/$10 per person. RSVP at 970-249-2085, limited spaces available.
Saturday, June 15 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. - Montrose United Methodist Church hosts "Granny's Attic," an annual fundraising event sponsored by United Women in Faith. Free coffee and homemade cinnamon rolls. Baked goods for sale.
8:30 - 10:30 a.m. - Meet and Greet for unaffiliated Montrose County commissioner candidate Trisha Murray at Coffee Trader, 845 E. Main St.
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Car wash by Montrose High School Colorguard, at Montrose High School, 600 S. Selig Ave. The Colorguard team recently placed 3rd in State and is fundraising for the top spot.
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Western Colorado Motorcycle Show, South Junction Ave., Montrose. Bring your vintage, classic or custom bike to show.
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Western Colorado Motorcycle Show, South Junction Ave., Montrose. Bring your vintage, classic or custom bike to show.
10 a.m. - Korean Lotus Lantern Festival & Craft workshop at Montrose Regional Library, Library Meeting Room. The Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project will teach participants step by step how to make a lotus flower lantern using colored paper and a pre-made wireframe. Participants will learn about Korea's unique history and culture.
A short documentary film will be played toward the end of the class. Email Taylor Evans at tevans@montroselibrary.org or call (970) 964-2540 by Friday, June 14 at 5 p.m. to register.
7 - 10 p.m. - Escape room at the Montrose County Historical Museum. Can you escape the train to nowhere? Times available on June 12 and 15. Sign up for a time slot at bit.ly/mrldescaperoom. This program is designed for children ages 9-13 years old.
7 - 10 p.m. - Escape room at the Montrose County Historical Museum. Can you escape the train to nowhere? Times available on June 12 and 15. Sign up for a time slot at bit.ly/mrldescaperoom. This program is designed for children ages 9-13 years old.
7:30 p.m. - The Fretliners "The Road to Telluride Bluegrass" perform live the Bluecorn Candle Factory, 1842 S. Townsend Ave.
Back to business Do you have business-related news you want to share with the community? Let me know! Email me at cassiek@montrosepress.com. We are always looking for business news, information to include in our weekly roundups, and quick updates you may want to share through our newsletter.
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