Irrigation Update
Our main lines are pressurized and all homes should now have water! We invite you to visit our website for all things landscaping, including suggestions to keep your lawn looking healthy. Temperatures are still dipping at night so please be aware when starting your systems.
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Deer Fencing
The deer fencing removal deadline has been extended to Sunday, May 15. You may remove fencing at any time, but must have it down and properly stored by the deadline.
To view the Design Review Guidelines on deer fencing click here.
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Carbondale Dark Sky
Did you know that the Town of Carbondale has an exterior lighting code that is designed to preserve the dark night sky? Residential outdoor lights are restricted in brightness and must be pointed down with a limited light arc. This allows us to all enjoy the incredible stars and beauty of the night.
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Upcoming Events
- Bike Maintenance | Saturday, May 7 | 2 -4 p.m.
Get ready for biking season with a bike maintenance clinic lead by a head mechanic from Basalt Bike & Ski! The class will go over changing flats, pre-ride bike checks, and some additional basic maintenance skills. $15/person.
RSVP HERE
- Meet the Artist | Saturday, May 7 | 5 - 7 p.m.
Come to the Ranch House for complimentary wine, beer, and snacks while you enjoy May's local artist, Maria Beam. Visit her website by clicking here.
RSVP HERE
- Wine Tasting Whites | Friday, May 27| 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Come learn about the new white wines offered at the Ranch House from a professional! Complimentary event includes wine, cheese & chocolate pairings.
RSVP HERE
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RVR Community Garage Sale
Saturday, May 21
Mark your calendars for the Annual RVR Community Garage Sale held on Saturday, May 21!
Look for more details in upcoming mailings.
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Long Range Planning
The McMahon group will be visiting us on Tuesday, May 3 for a site tour and a working session with the Long Range Planning Committee.
We are excited to begin our partnership and we will be discussing their visit during the next Long Range Planning Committee meeting on Tuesday, May 10 at 1p.m.
Zoom Link and Agenda will be posted in next week's newsletter.
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Gas Leaf Blowers Prohibited
Please be aware that the Town of Carbondale has an ordinance prohibiting the use of gas powered leaf plowers. Be sure to communicate to your contractors about this ordinance.
Click here to learn more about the ordinance.
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Green Tip
Please enjoy the following eco-friendly tidbit brought to you by Friends of the Environment:
The Town of Carbondale is having its annual Recycling Event on Saturday, Apr. 30 from 8 a.m.- 2p.m., located at the parking lot in front of, and behind, Town Hall. Items that can be recycled include metal, textiles, mattresses, and general trash like broken furniture and wood. There will be a booth that accepts electronic waste such as TV's, monitors, printers, and laptops. There will be a station accepting all batteries and light bulbs, as well as one for tires. There will also be an old or unused prescription drug drop off location with the Police Dept. inside Town Hall. There may be a small fee for some items, and proof of Carbondale residency is required. Let's all do our part to properly recycle many items we no longer need and keep them out of our landfills. For more information go to: Welcome to Town of Carbondale (carbondalegov.org) and scroll down to the bottom.
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Knotty Knitters
RVR knitting and crocheting club. Open to all levels.
The group will meet on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 3 to 4 p.m. Next meet up will be Tuesday, May 10.
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Summer Pool Updates
- Anticipated Pool Opening: Saturday, May 28.
*We are still working on staff and lifeguard certifications; it is possible there won’t be lifeguards on duty yet on this date.
- Memorial Day Grilled Hot Dogs: Monday, May 30.
- Swimming Lessons: We are still working on hiring and will announce swimming lesson availability once we have more information.
- Water Aerobics: Will take place in the large recreation pool starting on May 31 at 9 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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Click here for a printable version of the schedule
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Town of Carbondale Spring Clean-Up, recycling & prescription drug take back event on Saturday, Apr. 30. from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Click here for more information.
Arbor Day Celebration with Aspen Valley Land Trust and Wilderness Workshop on Saturday, Apr. 30 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Coffman Ranch.
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The Roaring Fork Divas Present: This Valley's a Drag on Saturday, Apr. 30 at 8 p.m.
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Drive Chip & Putt for junior golfers at Golf at River Valley Ranch, registration now open for May 3 - Jun. 2, 2022 camp.
Click here to learn more.
First Friday Family Block Party on Friday, May 6 from 4 - 8 p.m. at the 4th Street Plaza, downtown Carbondale
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Carbondale Historical Society’s “Flashback” Movie Night at the Crystal Theater on Thursday, May 19 at 7 p.m.
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Bonedale Bike Week from Monday, May 16 at 8 a.m - Sunday, May 22 at 5 p.m.
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Kid's Bike Rodeo at Carbondale Rec Center on Monday, Jun. 6 from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
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Save the Date: 2nd Annual Golden Putter Announced on Friday Jun.17 at 10 a.m. at River Valley Ranch Golf Course.
Click here to learn more.
Mermaid Art Camps 2022 with Pam Porter for Kids Entering Grades 2-6: Enrolling Now!
Register at www.thecreativeflowstudio.com
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