Jolly Jamboree is this weekend!
Saturday, Dec. 3 | 4 - 6:30 p.m.
The Jolly Jamboree is this weekend! Reservations are now closed.
The Ranch House will be closed 12 -4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3 to set up for the event. Doors will open again at 4 p.m. only to those registered for the event. Catered food will be available starting at 4:30 p.m.
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Snow Removal
With winter here, we would like to remind the community about snow removal protocols in RVR. The streets and public bike paths throughout River Valley Ranch are maintained by the Town of Carbondale. For information about the Town of Carbondale Snow and Ice Control Guidelines, click here.
For those of you who live in The Settlement or Old Town, River Valley Ranch contracts with Aspen Grove to provide snow plowing services. Below are the thresholds that will trigger service in those neighborhoods:
- Old Town—to be plowed at 2” of accumulation
- Settlement—1/2” of snow triggers only north facing driveways to be plowed; 3/4” triggers all driveways in Settlement to be plowed.
For residents the Boundary, the Twenty Four and Crystal Bluffs, please contact your Board of Directors or property managers should you have any questions.
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Calling all Kids!
Karl the Ranch House Reindeer
We have a new name for our Reindeer friend. Meet, Karl the Ranch House Reindeer! Thank you to everyone who dropped off a name suggestion in the letter box.
Reindeer Games in December
Everyone knows that in December reindeer have magic! Stop in the Ranch House throughout December to find out what the Ranch House Reindeer has in store for the day. There might be a puzzle to solve, game to play, or a treat to be shared.
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2023 Budget
Today, you received, by e-mail, a ballot to vote on the 2023 budget. You’ll have 10 days to complete your balloting. The results of the budget ratification vote will be announced at the December 14 monthly board meeting. The Board thanks you for your involvement and engagement in developing the 2023 budget.
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Featured Photo
RVR resident, Krys Greenwood, took this stunning picture of a sunrise from her home in RVR. Thank you, Krys, for sharing this lovely moment in time with us.
We'd like to feature your picture in an upcoming newsletter. If you're interested in having your photo highlighted in the weekly news, please submit images to: jessica.hennessy@rvrma.org.
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Pool & Hot Tub Trespassing
There has been unauthorized late night use of the Ranch House pool and hot tub in recent weeks. For those who attempt to take a dip after hours, remember, the pool and hot tub area are under video surveillance and we are keeping an eye out for any future trespassing.
If homeowners happen to witness this prohibited activity, please do not hesitate to call the Carbondale PD.
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Children's Story Time
Saturday, Dec. 17 | 4 - 5 p.m.
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Old Thompson Barn Holiday Market
Sunday, Dec. 4 | 2- 5 p.m.
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A unique shopping experience supporting 25+ local artisans and small businesses. Hosted by Karen Peirson & Brian Leasure. Click here for more information.
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Santa is coming to the Ranch House
for a second date in December!
Friday, Dec. 16 | 5- 6:30 p.m.
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RVR Pond
We have received calls reporting children walking on the frozen retention pond in RVR. This type of activity is strictly prohibited and dangerous. Please stay safe and stay off the pond!
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Green Tip
Please enjoy the following eco-friendly tidbit brought to you by Friends of the Environment:
During the holidays it seems we wash more clothes and dishes than usual. The colorful pods and new laundry cleaning sheets seem like good choices to eliminate buying large plastic bottles of detergent. But many of these types of products contain an ingredient called polyvinyl alcohol (PVA). PVA is in the plastic film coating for pods and contained in washer sheets. According to an article recently published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, PVA is designed to dissolve in water but does not readily biodegrade, which can allow it to get through wastewater treatment systems and discharged into the environment. Please take a minute to review your detergents and if they contain PVA, consider finding and using an alternative.
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Golf Course Usage Updates
- The Golf Course is officially closed for the season. Responsible winter traffic is now welcomed. Please keep off the greens and out of bunkers, pick up after your leashed dogs and no bikes on the course.
- The sledding hill will be open for use as snow permits. Supervision for kids 12 and under, helmets are recommended. Sledding and use of the course walking areas are at your own risk.
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Holiday Mail
During the busy holiday season we ask that you practice good postal etiquette and check your mailbox regularly. There is limited space in each box and with the holidays, many residents will be receiving catalogs, packages and other bulk mail. If your box is full, the post office may have to return your mail to the sender.
Remember that if you are heading out of town, you should put your USPS Mail Delivery on hold. You can do so on the USPS website here. Members can also sign up for informed delivery by USPS. This allows you to see photos of your mail prior to its arrival for free! Click here for more information.
If you are interested in unsubscribing to all the junk mail you receive, you can visit the DMAchoice website for more information on how you can control what goes in your mailbox.
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Tom's Door Holiday Giving Program
Tom's Door and the Family Resource Center of the Roaring Fork Schools, in conjunction with RVR are again partnering for our annual holiday gift drive for Carbondale seniors and local families in need. Over the last six years, we have experienced a generous outpouring of contributions. We invite you to participate again in this year's program to share the magic of the holiday season.
If you wish to get involved, visit the RVR Ranch House and choose a key from the wreath on the festive red Tom's Christmas Door. Please complete the donor key tag with your contact information and place that tag in the door's mail slot. There are several gift card options including City Market, Target and Walmart. Our suggested donation is $50. We ask that you return the gift card(s) into the door's mail slot no later than Saturday, Dec. 10.
Additional information about Tom's Door and the Family Resource Center is available next to the red door if you are not familiar with these wonderful organizations and the outreach and positive impact they have in our community.
We thank you in advance for your generosity.
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Crystal Bluffs Annual Meeting
The Crystal Bluffs Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 4 p.m. in the Ranch House conference room.
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Holiday Gift Baskets
- Become a Holiday Angel
- Purchase Individual Gifts
- Make a Donation Online
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New Fitness Class
Join us for Booty Class!
Booty is a strength training and conditioning class designed to target your glutes. It focuses on developing, toning, and shaping your glutes. It will also target core muscles in a challenging mix of stabilizing exercises.
Tina's Instructor Bio:
I was born and raised in Argentina, Buenos Aires, and have been a Colorado local for 9 years.
I’m a certified personal trainer, boxing coach, and I’m looking to major in sport science.
As my personality goes, you will quickly find out, I’m fun, persistent, disciplined and I’m always dancing. I’m here to teach, support, and guide people in reaching their optimal fitness!
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Click here for a printable schedule
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Light Up Carbondale on Friday Dec. 2 from 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. at the Launchpad, 4th Street Plaza, and Main Street.
carbondalerec.com
Redstone Holiday Market on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Click here to learn more.
Blood Drive at the Carbondale Rec. Center on Wednesday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
carbondalerec.com
John Brancy, Grammy-award winning baritone, Thursday, Dec. 8, 7 p.m. at Mountain View Church. John will be accompanied by acclaimed pianist/producer Ronny Michael Greenberg.
gsconcertassn.org
Deck the Walls Holiday Market, regular hours are Mon-Sat 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. and Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Click here for more information.
Bluegrass Christmas with Don Marlin and Friends at The Homestead Bar & Grill on Thursday, Dec 15 from 6 - 9 p.m.
Click here for tickets.
New Years Eve Bash at TACAW with Lowdown Brass Band on Saturday, Dec. 31 at 8:30 p.m.
Click here for tickets.
Winter Fairy Camps at Third Street Studio, Tuesday-Friday mornings, January 3-6, 2023, 9 am to 1 pm for grades 1 through 6.
Click here for more information.
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