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Be Empowered with B:Side
3/10/2026
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CRVCC Workshop- CRVEDP
3/11/2026
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Business Bites Lunch-April
4/1/2026
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Vitality in the Valley 2026
4/8/2026
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2026 Annual Awards Banquet
4/11/2026
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Be Empowered with B:Side
4/14/2026
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Cinco de Mayo 2026
5/1/2026
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Multi-Chamber Mixer at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
6/4/2026
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Events in the next 30 days...
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1/6/2026
 -3/31/2026

Calling all homeschool families! 🎒
We're excited to launch a brand new Homeschool Climbing Club at Rifle Climbing Center - a fun, active, and social way for kids to connect, learn new skills, and burn energy.

💡 Perfect for homeschoolers looking for:
✅ Active time or enrichment hours
✅ Building strength and confidence
✅ Making friends in a supportive community

🗓️ Weekly sessions every Tuesday, $20 per session.
🧒🏾 Ages 5 and up!

Sign up today in the gym or over the phone.

📣 ¡Alerta de nuevo programa! 🧗✨

¡Llamando a todas las familias homeschool! 🎒
Estamos muy contentos de lanzar un nuevo Club de Escalada Homeschool en Rifle Climbing Center - una manera divertida, activa y social para que los niños se conecten, aprendan nuevas habilidades y quemen energía.

💡 Perfecto para homeschoolers que buscan:
✅ Tiempo activo u horas de enriquecimiento
✅ Construir fuerza y confianza
✅ Hacer amigos en una comunidad de apoyo.

🗓️ Sesiones semanales cada martes, $20 cada sesion.
🧒🏾 ¡A partir de 5 años!

Inscríbete hoy en el gimnasio o por teléfono.

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3/5/2026
💪 FREE PHYSIVANTAGE PRODUCT TASTING 💪

Fuel your sends. Speed up your recovery. Try it for FREE.

As part of our 1st Anniversary Weekend Celebration, we’re hosting two FREE Physivantage product tastings - open to the public! Come sample climbing-focused supplements designed to support performance, endurance, and recovery.

📅 Thursday, March 5 | 5–7 PM
OR
📅 Saturday, March 7 | 5–7 PM

📍 Rifle Climbing Center
💥 Free to attend

Whether you’re training hard on the boards, projecting your next grade, or just want to recover smarter between sessions, this is a great chance to taste, learn, and ask questions about products built specifically for climbers.

This tasting is just one of many events happening during our 1st Anniversary celebration weekend. 🎉

See the full weekend lineup here:
👉 https://mailchi.mp/50461f2deb75/1stanniversary

Stop by, try something new, and celebrate one year of RCC with us!

Check out Physivantage at: https://www.physivantage.com/

more info...
3/6/2026
 -3/8/2026

🎉 WE'RE TURNING ONE! 🎉

Join us as we celebrate Rifle Climbing Center’s 1st Anniversary Party - our biggest party of the year! 🧗‍♂️🥳

📅 March 6–8, 2026
📍 139 W. 3rd St., Rifle, CO

We’ve got a full weekend of fun lined up:
✨ Climbing comp and theme nights
🎟️ Raffles & prizes
🎁 Giveaways
🤝 Demos
…Check here for more details and the event schedule (https://mailchi.mp/50461f2deb75/1stanniversary)!

🔥 BONUS:
Enjoy 50% OFF Day Passes all day Saturday (3/7)! Perfect time to bring a friend and celebrate with us on the wall.
Save the date, grab your crew, and come celebrate an incredible first year of climbing, community, and growth at RCC. We couldn’t have done it without you! 💛

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3/6/2026
 -3/27/2026

Friday Climbing Club is back! 🎉

Looking for a fun, active Friday drop-off for your kiddo? Bring them to Rifle Climbing Center for our Friday Climbing Club, running every Friday from March 6–27, 12–2 PM.

This is a drop-off program where kids will:

learn bouldering safety tips ✅, build confidence and coordination through basic movement skills 🧠💪, play climbing games, make new friends 🎈, and have a blast while staying active!

Pricing:

$75 non-members

$65 members

📍 Rifle Climbing Center - 139 W. 3rd St., Rifle, CO 81647
More info: rifleclimbingcenter.com

Spots can fill up—grab yours and make Fridays the best day of the week! 🙌🧗‍♀️

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3/6/2026
🔥 RCC BOARD CLIMBING COMP 🔥

It’s time to throw down on the boards — and celebrate ONE YEAR of RCC! 🎉

This competition is part of our 1st Anniversary Weekend Celebration, packed with events, climbing, and community all weekend long. Check out the full schedule here:
👉 https://mailchi.mp/50461f2deb75/1stanniversary

Join us March 6 for a high-energy indoor board climbing competition. Whether you’re projecting V6+ or just breaking into the sport, there’s a category for you — and plenty of community stoke to go around.

🏆 Categories:
• Youth (Under 14)
• Beginner (Up to V2)
• Intermediate (Up to V5)
• Advanced (V6 and up)

💥 Free with membership or day pass
👀 Spectators are FREE
🎁 Prizes for winners in every category!

🪩 And from 6–9 PM that same evening… we turn down the lights and turn up the music for our Disco Themed Climbing Night! Climb under disco lights, vibe to the music, and celebrate RCC style.

Come compete. Stay to party. Help us celebrate one incredible year of climbing community.

Tag your crew, start planning your beta, and let’s make this anniversary weekend one to remember.

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3/6/2026
🪩 DISCO, DISCO… EH?! 🧗‍♀️✨

We’re turning the lights down and the stoke up for a Disco Themed Climbing Night you do NOT want to miss, in celebration of our 1 Year Anniversary!  (Check out all the events of the weekend here: https://mailchi.mp/50461f2deb75/1stanniversary)

💿 Live DJ
💡 Disco lights!
🎟️ Buy 1 Get 1 FREE day passes
📅 March 6, 2025
⏰ 6–9 PM

Costumes / disco wear encouraged!

Whether you’re coming to send your project under the disco ball or just vibe with your crew and climb to the beat, this is your excuse to dust off the neon and party on the wall.

Tag your climbing partner, grab your BOGO buddy, and let’s light up the gym. 🕺🔥

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3/6/2026
This wild, funny, and deeply moving journey follows Patrick McCollum directed by filmmaker Gabe Polsky—an unlikely peace advocate drawn into an Indigenous prophecy that may determine the fate of the Amazon and our planet. Part comedy, part spiritual quest, the film invites audiences to laugh, reflect, and reconsider what responsibility to the Earth truly looks like.

Backed by trailblazers in conservation and entertainment—including Jane Goodall, Peter Farrelly, Danny McBride, David Gordon Green, and Jody Hill—the documentary blends humor, heart, and urgency in a way that transcends categories. It was recently selected by The Hollywood Reporter as one of the Top 6 documentaries of the year.


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3/7/2026
Bookcliffs Art Center invites you to a Celebration of Women Luncheon. Featuring local women artists and their work. Recognizing local women business owners who are present.  
$50 Per Person
$300 for a Table of 6

Must register by March 2nd
events@bookcliffs.org

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3/7/2026
💪 FREE PHYSIVANTAGE PRODUCT TASTING 💪

Fuel your sends. Speed up your recovery. Try it for FREE.

As part of our 1st Anniversary Weekend Celebration, we’re hosting two FREE Physivantage product tastings - open to the public! Come sample climbing-focused supplements designed to support performance, endurance, and recovery.

📅 Thursday, March 5 | 5–7 PM
OR
📅 Saturday, March 7 | 5–7 PM

📍 Rifle Climbing Center
💥 Free to attend

Whether you’re training hard on the boards, projecting your next grade, or just want to recover smarter between sessions, this is a great chance to taste, learn, and ask questions about products built specifically for climbers.

This tasting is just one of many events happening during our 1st Anniversary celebration weekend. 🎉

See the full weekend lineup here:
👉 https://mailchi.mp/50461f2deb75/1stanniversary

Stop by, try something new, and celebrate one year of RCC with us!

Check out Physivantage at: https://www.physivantage.com/

more info...
3/8/2026
🧗‍♀️ FREE INTRO TO CLIMBING CLASS 🧗‍♂️

Always wanted to try climbing? This is your sign.

Join us Sunday, March 8 from 2–3 PM for a completely FREE Intro to Climbing Class -- no experience needed. Whether you’ve never touched a climbing hold or just want a refresher on the basics, this class is designed to help you feel confident, comfortable, and ready to climb. Ages 14 and up please!

You’ll learn:
• Basic movement and technique
• Gym etiquette & safety
• How to fall properly
• How to get started on your first climbs

Plus, get a free buddy pass for your next visit, and an exclusive punch pass offer only for class participants!

This class is part of our 1st Anniversary Weekend Celebration, a full lineup of community events, competitions, and fun happening all weekend long. 🎉

Check out the full anniversary schedule here:
👉 https://mailchi.mp/50461f2deb75/1stanniversary

Spots may fill quickly — tag a friend who’s been “meaning to try climbing” and bring them with you!  Call or message the gym to register.

Let’s celebrate one year of climbing community by welcoming some new faces to the wall 💚

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3/8/2026
📚✨ WESTERN SLOPER BOOK SIGNING ✨📚

We’re celebrating ONE YEAR of RCC -- and this special event is part of our 1st Anniversary Weekend Celebration! 🎉

Join us for a Western Sloper guidebook signing and connect with local climbing storytelling, community history, and the people who make the Western Slope climbing scene what it is.

All books purchased during the signing are 10% off!

Sunday, March 8 from 3-5pm

This event is just one of many happening throughout our anniversary weekend. Check out the full schedule of events here:
👉 https://mailchi.mp/50461f2deb75/1stanniversary

Come hang out, get your book signed, meet fellow climbers, and celebrate a full year of community at RCC. Whether you’re a longtime local or new to the scene, this is a perfect chance to plug in and be part of the story.

Let’s celebrate one year of climbing together! 💚

#RifleClimbingCenter #RCCAnniversary #WesternSlopeClimbing #ClimbingCommunity #WesternSloper

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3/10/2026
In-person, one-on-one coaching to learn about funding and small business loan opportunities. If this date and time do not work for you, please contact us and we’ll be happy to schedule a time that works best for you.

Nicole Christianson with B:Side Capital has been on the Western Slope since 2013 and she brings nearly two decades of experience helping small businesses navigate their funding options. Nicole believes every small business deserves clear, accessible education on how to obtain a small business loanThe topics will be catered specifically for each entrepreneur, including funding a startup, supporting business growth with debt, buying commercial real estate, and buying or selling a business.  You can sign up for one of four 30-minute sessions offered each month and hosted at the CRVC offices. Translation services are available upon request. Please call or email the Chamber office at (970) 625-2085 or admin@coloradorivervalleychamber.com to schedule a translator for your session. 

Find out more about B:Side HERE - We empower small businesses with the knowledge to secure responsible capital.

Missed out this time? Sessions are offered the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 2-4pm.

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3/10/2026
Join the Colorado River Valley Chamber of Commerce for a nonpartisan, moderated community forum featuring candidates for Parachute Mayor and Town Council. Hear directly from the candidates, learn about key local issues, and participate in a live Q&A designed to help voters make informed decisions. Open to the public; attend in person or watch live.

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3/11/2026
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3/11/2026

B:Side Basics is a FREE 4-part virtual and In-person financial literacy series created to empower small business owners, especially those from underbanked and low-to-moderate income communities.

The series will combine practical education with community-building to help entrepreneurs build stronger credit, improve personal and business financial habits, and access capital. 

Program Objectives

  • Demystify credit systems and empower you to build or repair personal and business credit

  • Teach essential personal finance skills including budgeting, savings, and responsible debt management

  • Introduce capital access strategies through B:Side Fund and EncoreBank offerings

  • Foster financial confidence and long-term stability for underserved entrepreneurs

Topics:

Feb 25 Day 1: Building a Solid Credit History | 60 Mins | Virtual

March 4 Day 2: Managing Your Finances | 60 Mins | Virtual

March 11 Day 3: The Power of Saving | 60 Mins | Virtual 

March 18 Day 4: Launch. Grow. Fund. | 60 Mins | In-Person

Presented by B:Side Fund in partnership with Encore Bank


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3/11/2026
New ownership, new beginnings. Join us at Mountain Air Mechanical for a Ribbon Cutting Celebration. 

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3/11/2026

Join for a virtual discussion on supporting digestive health, recognizing signs of digestive conditions and understanding today's treatment options. This 30-minute webinar, followed by open Q&A, will be led by Valley View Gastroenterology Center's Interventional Gastroenterologist Bob Etemad, MD.


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3/11/2026

Join us for a special presentation from the Colorado River Valley Economic Development Partnership!

​More than a report, a roadmap for Western Garfield County’s future

  • Built from local data, community input, and expert analysis

  • Focused on creating a stronger, more resilient economy

  • Designed to guide smart growth and long-term sustainability

  • A practical tool for:

    • Business owners

    • Community leaders

    • Industry professionals

    • Policymakers

    • Residents


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3/16/2026

Hispanics in Local Leadership (HILL) is a dedicated volunteer group committed to empowering our communities, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit leaders. We work to connect, support, educate, and collaborate—helping local businesses maximize success through access to valuable resources for education, advocacy, and growth. Our mission is to ensure every business has the tools, information, and opportunities needed to thrive. In addition to our year-round outreach and resource promotion, HILL proudly coordinates the Annual Cinco de Mayo celebration, fostering cultural pride, community connection, and economic vitality.

 

Hispanos en Liderazgo Local (HILL) es un grupo de voluntarios comprometidos con empoderar a nuestras comunidades, emprendedores y líderes de organizaciones sin fines de lucro. Trabajamos para conectar, apoyar, educar y colaborar, ayudando a que los negocios locales alcancen el máximo éxito mediante el acceso a valiosos recursos para la educación, la defensa y el crecimiento. Nuestra misión es garantizar que cada negocio cuente con las herramientas, la información y las oportunidades necesarias para prosperar. Además de nuestras actividades durante todo el año y la promoción de recursos, HILL coordina con orgullo la celebración anual del Cinco de Mayo, fomentando el orgullo cultural, la conexión comunitaria y la vitalidad económica.


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3/17/2026
This clinic will focus on the natural strengths women have to maximize movement skills and climbing ability. Our instructor, Karissa Dunbar, brings 20+ years experience to create a supportive environment that empowers women to climb with strategy, intent, and enjoyment. Participants will meet new climbing partners, learn the basics of setting and achieving climbing goals, practice new techniques, and most of all, have fun!

Benefits:
  • Climb with other women and enjoy a ladies night!
  • Develop climbing technique in a supportive and empowering environment.
  • Learn to climb with intent and power, trust your body, and reduce fear. 
  • Gain skills specific to your experience level and climbing goals from a knowledgeable and experienced female climber.
  • Set a path to achieve your own climbing goals while having fun! 


Cost:
$76 for members
$95 for non-members  
 
2 sessions of 90 minutes each
 
Instructor Bio:
Karissa Dunbar has been climbing since 2002. She primarily sport climbs and boulders, and has done so around the world, climbing in many world class destinations such as the Red River Gorge, Wild Iris, Maple Canyon, Hueco Tanks, New River Gorge, Rifle, and more. She loves to project routes, has an uncurable addiction to bouldering, and has placed gear once or twice. Karissa was formerly a climbing instructor and coach in Oregon, Washington, and New Mexico.  She and her husband own Rifle Climbing Center.

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3/18/2026

B:Side Basics is a FREE 4-part virtual and In-person financial literacy series created to empower small business owners, especially those from underbanked and low-to-moderate income communities.

The series will combine practical education with community-building to help entrepreneurs build stronger credit, improve personal and business financial habits, and access capital. 

Program Objectives

  • Demystify credit systems and empower you to build or repair personal and business credit

  • Teach essential personal finance skills including budgeting, savings, and responsible debt management

  • Introduce capital access strategies through B:Side Fund and EncoreBank offerings

  • Foster financial confidence and long-term stability for underserved entrepreneurs

Topics:

Feb 25 Day 1: Building a Solid Credit History | 60 Mins | Virtual

March 4 Day 2: Managing Your Finances | 60 Mins | Virtual

March 11 Day 3: The Power of Saving | 60 Mins | Virtual 

March 18 Day 4: Launch. Grow. Fund. | 60 Mins | In-Person

Presented by B:Side Fund in partnership with Encore Bank


more info...
3/18/2026
The Colorado River Valley Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors play a crucial role in bridging the gap between the Chamber, its members, and the broader community. Ambassadors are volunteer representatives who actively promote Chamber membership, assist in member retention, and support various Chamber events and initiatives. They also provide scholarships to local high school students. Come join and find out if this would be the right fit for you. 

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3/19/2026
Come enjoy our monthly Business After Hours hosted by Culver and Big O Tires.

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3/19/2026
This clinic will focus on the natural strengths women have to maximize movement skills and climbing ability. Our instructor, Karissa Dunbar, brings 20+ years experience to create a supportive environment that empowers women to climb with strategy, intent, and enjoyment. Participants will meet new climbing partners, learn the basics of setting and achieving climbing goals, practice new techniques, and most of all, have fun!

Benefits:
  • Climb with other women and enjoy a ladies night!
  • Develop climbing technique in a supportive and empowering environment.
  • Learn to climb with intent and power, trust your body, and reduce fear. 
  • Gain skills specific to your experience level and climbing goals from a knowledgeable and experienced female climber.
  • Set a path to achieve your own climbing goals while having fun! 


Cost:
$76 for members
$95 for non-members  
 
2 sessions of 90 minutes each
 
Instructor Bio:
Karissa Dunbar has been climbing since 2002. She primarily sport climbs and boulders, and has done so around the world, climbing in many world class destinations such as the Red River Gorge, Wild Iris, Maple Canyon, Hueco Tanks, New River Gorge, Rifle, and more. She loves to project routes, has an uncurable addiction to bouldering, and has placed gear once or twice. Karissa was formerly a climbing instructor and coach in Oregon, Washington, and New Mexico.  She and her husband own Rifle Climbing Center.

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3/20/2026

Join Liberty Classical Academy for a delightful and humorous stage production of Once Upon a Mattress, the beloved musical comedy inspired by the classic tale of The Princess and the Pea. Filled with lively songs, colorful characters, and plenty of laughs, this family-friendly performance brings a whimsical kingdom to life as an unconventional princess attempts to pass the queen’s impossible test.

Performances will take place March 20–21 and March 27–28, 2026, with shows at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM at New Hope Church.

Come support local student performers and enjoy an entertaining evening of music, storytelling, and theatrical fun.


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3/21/2026

Join Liberty Classical Academy for a delightful and humorous stage production of Once Upon a Mattress, the beloved musical comedy inspired by the classic tale of The Princess and the Pea. Filled with lively songs, colorful characters, and plenty of laughs, this family-friendly performance brings a whimsical kingdom to life as an unconventional princess attempts to pass the queen’s impossible test.

Performances will take place March 20–21 and March 27–28, 2026, with shows at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM at New Hope Church.

Come support local student performers and enjoy an entertaining evening of music, storytelling, and theatrical fun.


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3/27/2026

Join Liberty Classical Academy for a delightful and humorous stage production of Once Upon a Mattress, the beloved musical comedy inspired by the classic tale of The Princess and the Pea. Filled with lively songs, colorful characters, and plenty of laughs, this family-friendly performance brings a whimsical kingdom to life as an unconventional princess attempts to pass the queen’s impossible test.

Performances will take place March 20–21 and March 27–28, 2026, with shows at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM at New Hope Church.

Come support local student performers and enjoy an entertaining evening of music, storytelling, and theatrical fun.


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3/28/2026

Join Liberty Classical Academy for a delightful and humorous stage production of Once Upon a Mattress, the beloved musical comedy inspired by the classic tale of The Princess and the Pea. Filled with lively songs, colorful characters, and plenty of laughs, this family-friendly performance brings a whimsical kingdom to life as an unconventional princess attempts to pass the queen’s impossible test.

Performances will take place March 20–21 and March 27–28, 2026, with shows at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM at New Hope Church.

Come support local student performers and enjoy an entertaining evening of music, storytelling, and theatrical fun.


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4/1/2026
Join us for a brand NEW Chamber event designed to help you grow your business connections and expand your referral network! 
The location will change monthly and the small fee will cover your lunch. 
This is a relaxed, engaging environment made for you to meet and connect with other businesses. Expect to give a short introduction about who you are, what your business offers and connections you are seeking. 
Whether you are looking to generate leads, build trust with other members or simply expand your professional circle, this lunch is for you!

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