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Mountain Almanac for the Week of July 7

Tuesday, July 7

Yoga classes meet at Church in the Wildwood in Green Mountain Falls on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m., plus Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. For details, call 719-213-0848.

The Green Mountain Falls Board of Trustees will meet on July 7 at 7 p.m. at the GMF Town Hall. The meeting is available in-person or online by connecting with the town’s website.

Wednesday, July 8

Wellness Walk. Scheduled for July 8 at the Garden of the Gods Visitor Center at 9 a.m. Meet at the upper level and choose a one, two or three-mile hike. Maps are available. Healthy living tips and mindfulness exercises are available to enhance your walk. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water. Free admission.  

Free Community Concerts at Ute Pass Cultural Center.  FREE thanks to our sponsor, the Pikes Peak Credit Union. The Bar and Food Truck open at 5:30 pm and outdoor show starts at 6 pm on the second Wednesday of every month. Come enjoy local artists with your community members. The July monthly show will feature Harriette and The Harmony. Visit the city of Woodland Park’s website for details. Harriette and The Harmony is a Colorado Rock Band fronted by the amazing Harriette Saide! They feature ā€œBrain Rockā€ music by bands such as Yes, Rush, Boston, Sting, Talking Heads, Peter Gabriel, The Police, and more, including many recent artists. Highly recommended by TMJ music heads.  The concert is outdoors, so bring a lawn chair and a blanket. 

Thursday, July 9

TOPS. Takes Off Pound Sensibly. Meets every Thursday morning at 10 a.m. in the Church in the Wildwood (10585 Ute Pass Ave.) Green Mountain Falls, Co 80819. Affordable, effective weight loss.

The Woodland Park Planning Commission will meet on July 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the WP Council Chambers next to city hall. The meeting is available in-person or on Zoom.

Friday, July 10

Farmers Market. The Woodland Park Farmers Market has kicked off for the season.  This popular event takes place Fridays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. from June through September in Memorial Park on Henrietta and Center Street. It is part of the Teller County Farmers Market Association organization which provides a forum for sales of local produce and items associated with agriculture, garden & food. The association, originally formed in 1990 as Woodland Park Farmers Market, is operated by volunteers and administered by a Board of Directors.  It oversees two markets: Woodland Park Farmers’ Market (Summer) and Woodland Park Farmers Market Holiday Market. The Woodland Park Farmers Market is a family-friendly event, open to everybody. The market remains neutral in all matters. political, social and religious. Please help us keep the market a friendly place for all who wish to visit. For more information, visit the Woodland Park Farmers Market website.

Chamber Golf Tournament.  The Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual golf tourney at the Shining Mountain Golf Course on July 10.  This is a scrambling team-best ball format, with registration starting at 7 a.m. For more information, visit the chamber’s website or call 719-687-9885. An information page is also available in the SM pro shop.  

Chamonix Casino & Resort Concerts. Upcoming music concerts at Chamonix Casino & Resort in Cripple Creek continue through the summer of 2026. The lineup includes major tribute acts and dinner shows.  Many of these events feature dinner and show packages. For more information, visit the Chamonix website.   

Grand Opening.  Don’t miss early opening specials for the Pine Gables Tavern in Green Mountain Falls, a revived version of the old Blue Moose Tavern.  The Gables, which has been part of the legacy of GMF for decades, has reopened with its original name and a familiar group of operators.

Saturday, July 11

Links Fever. The Shining Mountain golf course is now officially open for the 2026 season.  Contrary to past years, this season will mark the first time the links property is under the ownership and management of the city of Woodland Park.  Check with the new Shining Mountain Facebook page, via the city of Woodland Park, this summer or call 719-687-7587 or check with information at the SM pro shop. Many key tournaments and events are scheduled in the early summer. According to recent reports, the course is experiencing much improved conditions compared to previous years.   Also, check TMJ’s weekly Mountain Almanac section for updates.  

Green Box Arts Festival.  The Green Box Arts Festival, which kicked off on July 4 in Green Mountain Falls, continues through July 19. It abounds with more than 100 events and activities associated with the 18th season of the Green Box Arts Festival, co-founded by Chris Keesee and Larry Keigwin.  Most of these include various performances, art displays, classes, hiking and art trips and community forums. For more information, visit greenboxarts.org.   

Upcoming

Gold Rush Days. Join us in celebrating our mining heritage at Victor Gold Rush Days July 17-19 in historic Victor, Colorado – the City of Gold Mines. Throughout the entire three days, activities will include gold panning, a parade, kids fun, and a variety of food and merchandise vendors.  While in town, check out our merchants, museums and eateries located in the designated National Historic District.   Take a little trip and step back in time!  If you decide to stay over there are several lodging accommodations available. For more information, visit the city of Victor’s tourism website.

Teller County Fair.  Come experience a slew of entertainment, activities and attractions at the Teller County Fair at the Fairgrounds facility off Teller One, just outside Cripple Creek from July 24 to August 2. Some key highlights include bull riding, barrel racing and various equestrian competitions, a tough truck demo derby, an equipment rodeo, a dog and rabbit/poultry shows, a livestock auction and more.  For more information, visit the city of Cripple Creek’s tourism website.  

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