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THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 2025
The Region 10 SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) is a grant-funded program to help you navigate Medicare. Trained & Certified SHIP Counselors provide help and guidance at no cost to current and soon-to-be Medicare Beneficiaries.
MIPPA (Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers) If you have limited income and resources, you may qualify for help to pay for the Part D Prescription Drug Plan: https://secure.ssa.gov/i1020/Ee001View.action
SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol)
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REGION 10 SHIP
970-765-3129
This project was supported, in part by grant number 90SAPG0060, 90MPPG0033, 2201COMIAA, 2201COMISH from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, D.C. 20201. Grantees undertaking projects with government sponsorship` are encouraged to express freely their findings and conclusions. Points of view or opinions do not, therefore, necessarily represent official ACL policy.
G U N N I S O N V A L L E Y S E N I O R S C A L E N D A R
Ongoing Senior Services
SENIOR CENTER PROGRAMS
• March 18 (1PM): Senior Center Advisory Committee meeting. This will be held in the Senior Center program room.
Delivery Assistance Hotline: (970) 641-7959 - assistance with ordering, pick-up and delivery of groceries and prescription medications This includes deliveries from the Food Bank
• April 9 (12:45pm): WORKSHOP - Energy Efficiency Assessments for FREE and More! Come learn about programs that can provide free energy efficiency assessments for your home and other services that can help save money on heating and energy use in general. RSVP for planning purposes.
• Stay tuned for NEW Spring workshops & programs! For all Senior Center info, subscribe to the newsletter by emailing egillis@gunnisonco.gov.
Unless otherwise stated - All RSVPs to: egillis@gunnisonco.gov or 970-641-8272.
Senior Meals: (970) 641-8272 for advance orders OR (970) 641-2107 for same-day service. Pick-up or delivery only! Meals served Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays Please note: all meals, all days are $4 during this time Order in advance if possible! Upcoming menu:
• March 27: Lasagna, green beans, salad, garlic bread, dessert
Regular Activities: Mondays – Bridge @ 1 pm; Tuesdays – Canasta is on hold; Wednesdays – Book Club @ 1 pm on 1st Weds. of month; Thursdays – Bridge @ 1 pm; Fridays – Mahjong @ 1 pm
• March 30: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, corn, rolls, fruit, dessert
TIMBER, POSTS, & TIES: Wood timbers, posts, railroad ties, vintage timber, telephone pole posts, & many reclaimed planks for sale. Call for information, pricing, & to schedule a visit, 970-901-3114.
COMPLETE MASONRY TOOL SELECTION: $75, cash only, call 970-901-3114
HAND SAWS of all kinds, $75, call 970-901-3114.
• April 1: Stew, carrot/raisin salad, Mandarin oranges, rolls, dessert
FITNESS @ THE REC CENTER – Sign up at the Rec Center front desk!
Senior Shopping Hours:
Mondays & Wednesdays in the Gym
Fridays - @ 9am in the Gym - Dance to the Groove!
• City Market – Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays (7AM – 8AM
- Silver Sneakers Boom Muscle @ 9:30am - Silver Sneakers Classic @ 10:15am.
Thursdays @ 11am in the Lunch Room - Spin Class for People with Parkinson’s.
• Safeway – Tuesdays & Thursdays (7AM – 9AM)
• Walmart – Tuesdays (6AM – 7AM)
• Gunnison Vitamin & Health Food Store – Monday - Saturday (8AM – 9AM)
SENIOR MEALS
• Clark’s Market (Crested Butte) – Every day (8AM – 9AM)
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays @ 11:30 am. $6 per meal. Advanced orders appreciated (24 hours). Pick-ups between 11 – 11:15 am (advanced orders only).
ORDER MEALS: 970-641-8272
Self-reporting Form: www.gunnisoncounty.org /covid19.
Menu (all meals come with a dessert) Menu subject to change!
If you have symptoms but are otherwise OK, please fill out the form If you cannot fill out the form, call the Call Center (970) 641-7660.
• March 17: Corned Beef & Cabbage, potatoes and carrots, Jello with fruit, bread
• March 19: Hawaiian Meatballs & Rice, sweet potato casserole, fruit, rolls
• March 21: Fish, roasted potatoes, salad, cheesy biscuits
Walk-in & visitors welcome! Homebound adults ages 55 & up eligible for delivery.
HAND BRACE DRILL and a complete large drill bit assortment, $250, call 970-9013114
THREE WINDOWS: Two arched with grills & one hexagonal. All three with trim. MW brand, $425 for all three. Call 970-901-3114.
Call Center: (970) 641-7660. If you are having symptoms, cannot fill out the online form, or your symptoms are worsening, call the Call Center DO NOT go to your doctor ’s or the hospital If it is an emergency, call 911
If you need a ride, call GVH Senior Bus @ 970-596-6700 (call in advance) or call the Senior Center 970-641-8272.
Please practice social isolation. Remain 6 feet or more from others when needing to be out, but staying at home if at all possible.
ONGOING SERVICES
Gunnison Country Food Pantry – Mondays (1 – 4 pm), Wednesdays (1 – 7 pm), Thursdays for 60+ (10 am – 2 pm). Contact: 970-641-4156, Located on the SW Corner of Main St. & Ohio Ave. GVH Senior Bus: 7 days a week, 9 am – 4 pm. Call in advance! 970-596-6700.
The Gunnison Senior Center & Community Recreation Center is closed until April 30th
Crested Butte Senior Bus: Monday thru Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Services Montrose & Grand Junction for medical appointments. Call at least 1 week in advance, or more. 970-275-4768. Gunnison County HHS Senior Resource Office: Call for appointments. 970-641-3244.
CLAMPS OF ALL SIZES AND TYPES: Eight fabricating Carver Brand (very expensive $$) extendable clamps, five clampsmiscellaneous, large and small bar clamps, two 12” wood hand screw clamps. All $500 for the complete set. Call 970-9013114.
LEVELS ALL KINDS: Includes a 6 ft carpenter level, all $100, call 970-901-3114.
RYOBI CORNER SANDER AND RIGID PALM SANDER: Both $50. Call 970-901-3114.
MUSIC LESSONS: Personalized at every level! Piano, drums, guitar, bass and ukulele. Contact Valerie to schedule at Ms.valerie.ramos@ gmail.com r 978-502-3564.
LIGHT DIRT WORK AND LANDSCAPING: Skid steer work, concrete/stone removal, dirt driveway and road regrading, xeriscape, sod laying, and more. Call 970-344-3391.
2001 FORD F250:; V10, automatic transmission, long bed, work topper with side bins ladder rack and conduit box, new tires, all maintenance, in very good condition. 230,000 miles, $8,500 OBO. 970-596-3472.
TRUCK TIRE AND WHEEL: P245/65r17, good condition, $100. Call 970-901-3114.
TRUCK WHEELS: Fumagalli Brand, four tires measuring 19.5 x 6.00, $475 for the set, call 970-901-3114.
TRUCK TIRE: Brand new PENSJKE LT 235/85r16, mud and snow tire, great for a spare, $100. Call 970-901-3114.
2002 4-WHEEL DRIVE
CHEVROLET BLAZER: 120,000 Miles. $2,750 OBO. Call 970-2097849.
TOYOTA TACOMA TRD pro upper control arms for sale. Fit 20052014 Tacoma, stiffer than O.E.M. UCA’s, enhanced articulation, used ~1200 miles. MSRP is $1,400, selling for $750. Call/ Text 970-275-0506.
WALKER EVANS BAJA ALLOW WHEELS with pro comp tires for sale. 16” wheels w/0mm offset mounted with 265/75 R16 (~31”) tires. $1,600 or reasonable offer. Call/Text 970-275-0506.
LEER PICK-UP TOPPER: Side windows and rear door all intact and working. Fits an 83”L x 76”W truck bed. Red. $75. Fred 970-975-0533.
ugrwcd.org. Visit https://ugrwcd. org/wet-meadows-program/ for more information.
GOODYEAR SNOW TIRES: Ultra Grip snow tires, 195/65R15, very good condition, $250 for the set of four. Call 970-901-3114.
1999 GMC SIERRA FLATBED TRUCK; 3500 4X4 ~ 182,834 miles. $3,500 OBO. Great work truck. Call Jon at 970-596-4098.
SELLING YOUR VEHICLE?
Submit online at gunnisonshopper.com.
LISTINGS ARE FREE UNDER 60 WORDS.
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Deadline is NOON on MONDAY
The City Center
TRUCK AND CAR CHAINS: 7 pairs, St. Pierre Brand and others, $750 buys them all. Call 970901-3114 for individual prices.
SEASONAL POSITION
OPENINGS: The Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District is seeking two temporary, seasonal restoration technicians to help implement projects for the Wet Meadows Restoration Program. These positions will be responsible for implementing various restoration projects and treatments in the Upper Gunnison Basin sagebrush ecosystem. Crew members must be comfortable working in remote field settings, operating 4WD vehicles over rugged terrain, doing physically intense labor, and working in settings where there are ticks, mosquitoes, and extreme weather. Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in hydrology, natural resource management, watershed management, or related field is required. Hourly pay is $21.00/hr. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and two references to: aaulenbach@
QUICK DRAW CEANING is hiring Carpet, Window and Duct cleaning Technicians! Full and part time positions starting in April. Training and beginning wages starting at $24.00/hr. Scan the code for more info.
GOLDEN EAGLE is looking for CDL and non-CDL drivers. Pay is based on experience. Call 970641-3230.
SAN JUAN STRAINS DISPENSARY IS HIRING: Part-time budtender position starting at $17/hr+ Tips. Approximately 15 hours per week. Generous employee discount as well as weekly product samples. Must be available weekends and have MED badge or willingness to obtain. If interested, drop off a resume @ San Juan Strains. 827 N Main St. Gunnison.
BE PART OF THE LOCAL ART MOVEMENT: The Paragon Gallery is always accepting applications for local artists to potentially become a working member of the gallery or as a Guest Artist. Currently, we are looking for a Floor Display Artist to become a
full member starting this summer. The application deadline for this jurying is March 27. Hurry in! Jurying will start after 3 p.m. on April 2, 2025. Applications can be picked up at the Paragon Art Gallery, 132 Elk Ave., Crested Butte. Or print out an application at Paragonartgallery.com. Fill it in and bring it to the Gallery. We are open seven days a week 11 a.m.-7 p.m..
PROJECT HOPE OF THE GUNNISON VALLEY seeks a Bilingual Advocate for a 25-27 hour/week position to serve victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and/or stalking. To apply, send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to: director@ hope4gv.org. See further info on our website at hope4gv.org/ employment.
CAREGIVER for lovely elderly couple in their home. Part-time and weekend hours available. Duties include help with daily tasks like meal preparation, laundry, basic cleanup, and transportation, assistance with health management such as medication reminders, and physical care such as mobility assistance, grooming, and bathing. $28.50/hr. Must be kind and patient. Prior experience preferable. Contact cara@ OwenInspections.com.
ID SCULPTURE IS HIRING: Would you like to make the world’s most creative playgrounds, climbing boulders and interactive art? ID Sculpture designs and manufactures climbing boulders, playground sculptures, and fine art sculptures for parks, schools, and public spaces across the country. We use a combination of technology and traditional methods to create unique interactive environments. IDS provides secure, year-round indoor and outdoor work in a unique fabrication environment with opportunity for travel and room for advancement. We offer benefits including PTO, healthcare, and retirement. ID Sculpture is an equal opportunity employer.
We are currently seeking: Production Assistant(s) Ideal candidates possess a positive attitude, good work ethic and are eager to learn. Applicants must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and endurance. Initial responsibilities are to provide general labor and assist artists, fabricators and shipping departments as needed. Compensation is $22-$27/hr. DOE.
Project Fabricator(s): The ideal candidate for this position has: construction trades experience (min 5 years), welding experience (structural certification required),
steel fabrication (min 2 years), the ability to work well with a team, and a positive attitude. Responsibilities are to fabricate various components for standard and custom products using steel and a variety of other materials. Compensation is $26.00-$35.00/ hr. DOE.
To apply for this unique opportunity, please provide a resumé, cover letter and references to hello@idsculpture. com with the position of interest in the subject line, or drop off your resume at 591 S. Boulevard St. Gunnison CO 81230
Learn more about what we do at idsculpture.com.
DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT:
The Development Assistant will support Crested Butte Land Trust’s fundraising and outreach efforts, communications, data entry, and event coordination. This role will also help with marketing and general administrative tasks, including maintaining records and supporting donor campaigns. The Development Assistant will be detail-oriented, creative, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. This is a seasonal (appx. May 1-Sept 30) part-time (appx 1020 hours/week) position with flexible work hours primarily Monday through Friday with some weekends. This position is based on Crested Butte, CO and reports to the Development Manager. For more information about the Crested Butte Land Trust, please visit www.cblandtrust.org.
Cover letter and resume must be submitted to hiring@cblandtrust. org by March 30, 2025. The Crested Butte Land Trust is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Pay rate: $21-23/hour DOE.
CITY OF GUNNISON
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Part-Time Openings
Lifeguards: $23.00-$29.33/hr
Special Events/Project Assistant: $20.91 to $23.64/hr plus $1.78 incentive completion bonus.
The City of Gunnison offers a competitive benefit package including 75% of medical, dental and vision premiums paid for the employee and their dependents, 5% of gross wages in a retirement plan, 3 weeks of vacation (increasing based on the years of service), 13 paid holidays, and 12 days of sick leave per year.
For more information, including complete job descriptions, benefit packages, required job qualifications and application instructions, please visit GunnisonCO.gov/HR
CURRENT GUNNISON COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Patrol Deputy Sheriff: Full-Time, 40 hours/ week, the annual salary range is from $72,397.26 to $102,405.83 plus full benefits.
Take home vehicle & uniform allowance provided by the Sheriff’s Office.
Detention Deputy Sheriff: Full-Time, 40 hours/ week, the annual salary range is from $65,056.55 to $92,022.40 plus full benefits.
Uniform allowance provided by the Sheriff’s Office.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Public Works: Full-Time, 40 hours/week, hourly range from $23.60 to $31.69 plus full benefits.
Accountant I
Finance: 40 hours/week, hourly range is from $27.84 to $33.84, depending on experience, plus full benefits.
Deputy Finance Director
Finance: 40 hours/week, monthly salary range is from $9,071.59 to $11,028.17, depending on experience, plus full benefits.
Administrative Assistant –Evidence Custodian
Sheriff: 40 hours/week, hourly range is from $22.47 to $25.59, depending on experience, plus full benefits.
Detention Captain Sheriff: 40 hours/week, monthly salary range is from $6,778.80 to $8,240.87, depending on experience, plus full benefits.
Shop Foreman
Public Works: Full-Time, 40 hours/week, hourly range from $34.81 to $39.63, plus full benefits.
Treasurer’s Technician
Treasurer: 40 hours/week, hourly range from $23.30 to $28.69, depending on experience, plus full benefits.
Emergency Management Director
Emergency Management: 40 hours/week, monthly salary range from $7,616.73 to $9,018.73, depending on experience, plus full benefits.
Communications Director County Manager: 40 hours/ week, monthly salary range from $7,616.73 to $10,773.85, depending on experience, plus full benefits.
For more information, including complete job descriptions, required qualifications and application instructions, please visit GunnisonCounty.org/jobs.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN TREES AND LANDSCAPING now hiring for the summer season. Come join a team who’s deeply rooted in the Gunnison valley. Visit rockymountaintrees.com/ employment/ to view available positions.
POLICE OFFICER: The Town of Mt. Crested Butte Police Dept. Full-time $69,876-$90,828/ yr. - Performs general law enforcement duties to protect the lives and property of the residents and visitors of the
Town of Mt. Crested Butte by enforcing laws and ordinances, preventing, solving and detecting crimes, assisting with emergency services and maintaining peace and order. POST Certification preferred but not required. Opportunity for financial aid for housing. Employer paid health, vision and dental for employee and dependents. For more info go to www.mtcb.colorado.gov/ employement or call 970-3496516.
RAFTING AND FISHING GUIDES:
Have your best summer on the rivers with 3 Rivers Outfitting in Almont. Get certified to raft or float fish guide. Raft guide course begins May 19th. The Fly Fishing Guide School offers training to become a professional fly fishing guide, May 12-16. Family owned and operated since 1983! For more info: https://3riversresort. com/employment Email: operations@3riversresort.com.
PROJECT HOPE OF THE GUNNISON VALLEY seeks a Director of Operations for a 32 hour/week position to provide bookkeeping and administrative support. To apply, send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to: director@hope4gv.org. See further info on our website at www.hope4gv.org/employment
HOMEGROWN GARDENS is hiring for the summer season! We are looking for team players who are hard working, with a positive attitude, and able to work outside all day. We are located in Crested Butte, pay starts at $23 an hour. Perks include coffee tab in town and monthly crew lunches. Please reach out to Hailey at 970-2094832.
WE AT THE INN AT TOMICHI VILLAGE are seeking a friendly, professional and reliable Front Desk Associate to join our team. This part-time position will involve providing excellent customer service, managing front desk operations and supporting our team in creating a welcoming environment for our clients. To apply stop at the Front Desk at 41883 US Hwy 50.
GUNNISON LIQUOR (The Ghost) is currently looking for parttime help. Nights and weekends a must. Pay DOE. Stop by with a resume. 603 W. Tomichi Ave., Gunnison.
BE PART OF THE LOCAL ART MOVEMENT: The Paragon Gallery
is always accepting applications for local artists to potentially become a working member of the gallery or as a guest artist. Currently we are looking for a floor display artist starting this summer. The application deadline for this jurying is March 29. Hurry in! Applications can be picked up at the Paragon Art Gallery, 132 Elk Ave., Crested Butte, Colorado. Open 7 days a week 11 a.m.7 p.m. Application available at paragonartgallery.com.
POWERSTOP is looking for head cook. Pay is $50,000 minimum, position also offers paid time off and health insurance reimbursement. Pay is based on 40 hours a week. Applications must be able to work mornings or evenings and weekends. Resumes to be in a sealed envelope attention Sean. Drop off at Powerstop.
ID SCULPTURE is a leading designer and manufacturer of commercial playground equipment and public art in Gunnison. We are seeking an Assistant CNC operator to join our team. You’ll be working in a unique fabrication environment using cutting edge digital fabrication equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, a desire to learn and the ability to work in a fast paced, highly coordinated environment. Some CNC experience is preferred. Full time position with benefits, PTO and opportunities for growth. Starts at $22/hr. Please send your resume and references to hello@ idsculpture.com.
DOS RIOS GOLF CLUB is accepting applications for the 2025 season. We will be looking for full & part time line cooks, servers, cart barn, and maintenance. Experience preferred but not required. Apply in person Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm or contact Stacy at 970-641-1482.
MOUNTAINEER DINING
SERVICES seeks a skilled Senior Food Supervisor to join our culinary team. If you’re passionate about cooking, leading a kitchen, and creating quality meals, this is your role. Shifts: Evenings and Weekends Benefits: Full benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid holidays off. Starting pay is $25/hr depending on experience.
Search “Sodexo Jobs Gunnison” to apply.
CHEF AND EVENT MANAGEMENT
SERVICES: Wilder on the Taylor
This is a seasonal role from midMay to mid-October.
Provide outstanding service and hospitality for Wilder Homeowners, families, and their guests as a host of “Wilder on the Taylor and Camp.” The “Camp” experience includes culinary services and event planning.
Hi! I’m Earth! Sometimes, I block the sun’s light from reaching the surface of the moon.
A blood moon happens when just the right amount of light passes through my atmosphere during a lunar eclipse.
What is a blood moon? It sounds a little spooky! But it’s really nothing to worry about.
Dust particles in the air can make the moon appear reddish brownish in color.
How to Watch the Eclipse
The blood moon will be visible in most of North America on Thursday, March 13 and Friday, March 14. Here are the times to watch for it. With a family member, circle your time zone.
Work with a family member to make an
When that happens, it’s called a lunar eclipse.
The word lunar means having to do with the moon. ME!
But it doesn’t last very long. A lunar eclipse is
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): 2:26 a.m.–3:31 a.m. (March 14)
Central Daylight Time (CDT): 1:26 a.m.–2:31 a.m. (March 14)
Hawaii Standard Time (HST): 8:26 p.m.–9:31 p.m. (March 13) Wow! How
Mountain Daylight Time (MDT): 12:26 a.m.–1:31 a.m. (March 14)
Paci c Daylight Time (PDT): 11:26 p.m. (March 13)–12:31 a.m. (March 14)
Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT): 10:26 p.m.–11:31 p.m. (March 13)
One person holds the basketball, which represents Earth. Another person holds the baseball, representing the moon.
In a dark room, point the light at the basketball.
The person holding the baseball moves it into the shadow of the basketball. That’s a total lunar eclipse!
