Apr 26 Friday
TLDR: Help make our greenhouse accessible to people with disabilities by building raised beds and pathways and installing a new irrigation system!
Our mission here at Mountain Valley Greenhouse is to provide meaningful employment to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. A crucial part of meeting that mission is having adequate accessibility in all of our growing spaces. Currently, one of our greenhouses has gravel pathways that bog down walkers and wheelchairs and raised beds that are not at an accessible height and do not meet our production needs. We have recently received funding to redesign and rebuild this space so that ALL of our employees can participate in all aspects of growing regardless of mobility supports that they may need! We are reaching out to the community to help us reach this longtime dream!!
During the next month, we will be continuing with the second phase of this project, which is constructing raised beds, pathways, and installing irrigation within this space. If you like to build things, work in a team, and feel a deep sense of accomplishment at the end of the day, this is for you! The space we will primarily be working in is inside of the greenhouse, which on sunny days can even get up to 80 degrees! Come enjoy this beautiful atmosphere with us while working towards greater employment inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
Please email me at hvanderlinden@mtnvalley.org, or call 970-230-9704 if you’d like to be a part of this!
Your help will make all the difference in this mission. Thanks so much for your consideration, and please spread the word to anyone in your life who you think might be interested!
Apr 27 Saturday
Family-friendly fun awaits! It's easy to play, loads of fun for all ages and there will prizes for all ages! Mark your calendars and bring your friends and family along for the Buddy Program’s Noche de Loteria presented by FirstBank🌟🎉 Admission is FREE, thanks to the support of our amazing sponsors and community partners. See you there!
Apr 29 Monday
Join us for an 8 week Moms group run by Kaja of KLR Baby. During this program you will learn about baby wearing, infant feeding, millstones, sleep, and more! For pregnant moms 35+ weeks and moms with infants newborn - 6 months. Infants are welcome at the group and you can drop in or attend the entire series. Each session will include evidence-based information. Reach out to Kaja with any questions at 847-894-6546.
Acompáñanos a lo largo de 8 semanas en este grupo para mamás dirigido por Kaja, de KLR Baby. Durante este programa aprenderás sobre el método de porteo (baby wearing), alimentación, etapas de desarrollo, sueño, ¡y más! Para mujeres embarazadas (35 semanas de embarazo o más) y madres de bebés recién nacidos (hasta los 6 meses de edad). Los bebés son bienvenidos en el grupo y tú puedes asistir a la serie completa de clases o visitarnos de manera informal. Cada sesión incluirá información con bases científicas. Comunícate con Kaja al 847-894-6546 si tienes alguna pregunta.
Join us for a knitting and crocheting group to hang out, chat, share tips, and to meet other folks who fancy the craft needles! Bring whatever project(s) you are working on - all ability levels are welcome. We will share our knowledge and experience. Feel free to bring any yarn, patterns, or supplies you would like to donate so we can share amongst the group.
Our kids’ Aikido classes provide discipline, community building, and fun for ages 6-12.
Aikido is a non-violent, Japanese martial art that translates as “the way of harmonizing life force energy.” Training helps develop confidence, discipline, flexibility, fitness, mindset, cooperation, appropriate responsiveness, and healthy assertiveness.
Apr 30 Tuesday
Raising A Reader - Aspen to Parachute invites you to our "Little Red Bag Club" for parents and their 0 to 5-year-old children who are not enrolled in school. Join us for a weekly hour of story time, activities, and snacks. Our classes support brain development and social skills.
Ever wanted to create your own app, animation, or video game? Basalt Regional Library is partnering with Girls Who Code, a non-profit organization that offers resources aimed at empowering students to join a sisterhood of supportive peers and role models using computer science to change the world. Students of all genders can learn the basics of coding at their own pace, and learn about the trailblazers in computer science. This program also offers project opportunities within the community to create powerful technology for those who need it.
¿Alguna vez has deseado crear tu propia aplicación, animación, o video juego? La Biblioteca Regional de Basalt se ha asociado con Girls Who Code, una organización sin fines de lucro que ofrece recursos dirigidos a empoderar estudiantes para que se unan en una hermandad de apoyo con otr@s chic@s de su edad y mentores, utilizando las ciencias computacionales para cambiar el mundo. Este es un programa para estudiantes de todos los géneros, en el que podrán aprender las bases de la programación a su propio ritmo, además de aprender sobre los precursores de las ciencias computacionales. Este programa también ofrece oportunidades de participar en proyectos con la comunidad, creando tecnología eficiente para aquellos que la necesitan.
Knitters and crocheters (and any other yarn workers) come together to work on and discuss projects, yarn, and techniques. Open to all; bring your own supplies and works-in-progress.
Tod@s l@s tejedor@s, con agujas y ganchos (y much@s otr@s trabajador@s del estambre) se reúnen para trabajar y conversar sobre proyectos, estambre y técnicas. Tod@s son bienvenid@s. Traiga sus propios materiales y proyectos en marcha.