Our friend, Deb, shared some pictures of the Kids Climb December 28th. The kids had a blast!! Deb also included a picture of a buck grabbing a bit of a snack from her Christmas Garland on Christmas day.
AT THE
OURAY ELKS LODGE #492
December 31, 2008
~Bar opens at 6PM~
~Karaoke starts at 8PM~
~Free Appetizers!~
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
421 Main Street ~ Ouray, CO
970-325-4510
Fireworks at midnight
I’m sorry to report that we didn’t make it up to the Kids Climbing Wall for the kids night climb yesterday. We were lured of by the warmth of our home and just couldn’t get it together to bundle up to join in the fun.
We understand that there were a ton of folks out for the climb! Here are a couple of pix of the Roxby children climbing routes with local guides Chris and Clint.
Kids Night Climb December 27, 2008
Roxby Girls on Kids Climbing Wall
Check out this great article on the good work of the Ouray Elks Lodge #492. Steve and I are often asked “why do you live in Ouray?” This is one of many wonderful reasons why!
Ouray Santas deliver on jolly old tradition – The Denver Post.
Weehawken dance is sponsoring dance-a-grams that can be purchased as a fundraiser for $20. The girls are trying to raise money for a trip to Denver for a dance convention! We have 5 senior company members and 5 junior company members from Ouray, Ridgway and Montrose. Senior company Santas are Abby Purcell, Sydnee Kimmel, Natasha Hill, Conor Keenan. Junior company reindeer are Hunter Clapsadl, Mackenzie Gibbsm, Jordan Leo, Abigail Link, Nisha Sprowls. They dance their way around town to local businesses and restaurants. Dance-a-gram can be purchased for any occasion.
Steve and I were lucky enough to have our local dancers stop by and show off their talents. I must admit that I was a bit late in grabbing the camera and only captured a bit of the High Schoolers….
News from the Ouray Ice Park!!
*** OPENING DAY ANNOUNCED: SATURDAY DECEMBER 20! ***
Attention climbers: Our time has come. The wait is over. The Ouray Ice Park will officially open the 2008/2009 season on Saturday December 20. Please note that some areas in the Park may remain closed while we fatten up the ice. These areas will be posted and climbing will be strictly prohibited where marked.
Events this Sunday, December 21st.
“A CHRISTMAS STORY” Bulow’s Bistro at the Beaumont Hotel presents a special brunch buffet with an afternoon matinee. Two seatings: 11am-2pm and 3-5pm. Call 325-7050 for more information.
Come on down and build a snow man while munching on s’mores and enjoying your favorite hot seasonal beverage at the 6th Ave Festivus for the rest of us…. Street Party! Warm your self by a nice fire and listen to some eclectic holiday tunes and a little special something from the Ouray Choir (performances will be held at 5:00 and 6:00).
FESTIVUS Local Holiday Block Party Sun., 4-7pm on 6th Ave, Ouray. Seasonal food and drink available for purchase, “hobo” fires along 6th Ave., cool carols by the Ouray High School Chorus at 5pm and 6pm, and plenty of good cheer as we celebrate the season: Dec. 21 marks the Winter Solstice and the beginning of Hanukkah. From the Ouray Chamber 325-4746.
Festivus 2009
Steve and I have been out moving snow!! Ouray is truly a winter wonderland!!
Winter Wonderland
Everyone LOVES a parade…..especially the guys who get to drive the fire trucks….and yes the voices in the background are me and my friends cheering the gang on!! Be sure to turn your volume down……the sirens on the fire trucks are a bit loud. 
December 12 & 14 – It’s A Wonderful Life – a live radio show by the Ouray County Players. Written by Anthony Palermo based on the Frank Capra film. Two performances for live audience on December 12 at 7pm and December 14 at 2pm. Featuring over 20 actors and live sound effects. For information call: 970- 325-4496