Today

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The annual free Christmas meal prepared by the Cañon City VFW will be at 215 N. Cottonwood Ave. Take-out orders must be requested before Dec. 25. To donate, or to reserve a take-out order, call 719-275-9886.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Tuesday

8:30 a.m. TOPS CO96 weight-loss support group in Florence. Weigh-in starts at 4:30 p.m., meeting starts at 5 p.m. at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 622 W. Second St. in Florence. For more information, call 784-2131 or 269-3978.

9 a.m. Cañonland Walkers and Hikers will meet at the end of Sells off South Ninth, past the Surgery Center, to walk approximately 4 miles on the Riverwalk. Newcomers are welcome! For more information, visit canonlandwalkershikers.org, Facebook, or call 276-0974.

9-11:45 a.m. Clothes, shoes, coats and much more, a free community service at 3180 E. Main. For more information, call Nora Sedillo at 372-3163.

9:30 a.m. The Board of Fremont County Commissioners meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at the County Administration building, 615 Macon Ave. The public is welcome to attend, and the meetings are aired live on Channel 191.


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10 a.m. Preschool Storytime at Penrose Community Library, 35 Seventh Ave., Penrose.

10:30 a.m. Storytime and crafts for preschool age children will be at the Cañon City Public Library, 516 Macon Ave. For more information, call (719) 269-9020.

11 a.m. Fremont County Stroke Survivors and Caregivers meet at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 3180 E. Main St. For more information, call 276-1406.

Noon Penrose Senior Center will serve lunch at 405 Broadway in Penrose. The thrift store is open at this location from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open to the public. The cost of lunch is a $3 donation.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon Cañon City Noon Lions Club meeting at the Abbey Events Center at 2951 E. U.S. 50.

Noon to 1 p.m. free Tuesday lunch provided by Mercy Today Ministries is every Tuesday at First Christian Church located at 320 N. 16th St. The food pantry opens at 10 a.m. and is offered Tuesdays through Thursdays. For more information, call 276-9242.

12:30-2:30 p.m. The Pantry of Fremont distributes food boxes the second and fourth Tuesdays to all in need at 629 Harrison. Bring bags or a box to carry food. For more information, call 275-2623.

1 p.m. National Mah Jongg League games for beginners and experienced players at The Bell Tower, 201 E. Second St., in Florence. For more information, call 275-0397 or 784-4444.

1 p.m. Mah Jongg for experienced players and beginners welcome every Tuesday in Cañon City. For more information, call 275-4988 or 275-7707.

2 p.m. The teen advisory group (TAG) meets the second and fourth Tuesday at the Cañon City Public Library, 516 Macon Ave. For more information, call (719) 269-9020.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Elks at 131 E. Front St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Snacks are available for purchase. For more information, call 784-3892.

6 p.m. Cañon City/Florence branch of Serendipity Peak Dulcimer Club meeting for dulcimers at the Cañon Community Baptist Church at 1117 Monroe Ave

6:30 p.m. NAR-ANON meets at the Evangelical Free Church Annex Building at the northeast corner of the parking lot, 3000 E. Main St., Cañon City. For more information, call 719-557-9577.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. NA meeting at Christian Family Fellowship, 1011 Monroe Ave.

6:30 p.m. The Fremont County Republican Central Committee meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 603 Main St. Social time begins at 6 p.m. and the meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 315-1322.

7-8 p.m. AA and Al-Anon meeting at the Florence Community/Senior Center, 100 Railroad St.

Wednesday

9-11:30 a.m. Women' s Aglow meets every Wednesday at the First Southern Baptist Church at 1500 N. 10th St., and they meet the last Wednesday of each month at Garden Park Villa, 1821 N. 5th St. For more information, call Gloria at 719-371-7358 or Lee Ann at 719-942-3278.

9 a.m. The Canonland Walkers and Hikers will meet at Village Inn to carpool and hike Oil Well Flats, Island in the Sky trail. Approximately 4.5 miles with elevation gain of 500 feet. Newcomers are welcome! For more information, visit our website at canonlandwalkershikers.org, Facebook, or call 276-0974.

10 a.m. The Wool Gatherers meet every Wednesday at the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. in Florence to yak, knit (or crochet or quilt), and have lunch. The group is BYOP: Bring Your Own Project. All levels welcome. For more information, call (719) 784-4649.

10:30 Story Time every Wednesday at the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. in Florence. Songs, stories and a craft. For more information, call (719) 784-4649 ext. 2.

10:30 a.m. Caregivers Connection will meet the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month at Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave. For more information, call 275-1261 and ask for Debbie Giem. No registration required.

Noon - 'Healthcare for All: putting care back into healthcare,' meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at the Penrose Community Library, at 35 7th Ave. Bring a sack lunch and enjoy the company of folks who want to see universal healthcare become a reality. The group is a subset of http://www.couniversalhealth.org.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon to 1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church. Use the south entrance in the Annex Building, 3000 E. Main St. For more information, 275-4428.

1:30 p.m. Bingo at the Golden Age Center is offered every Wednesday at the center, 728 Main St. Cost is $8 per pack of eight games. Chips, candy and soda will be available for purchase.

3:30-6:30 p.m. The Bridge Café at 310 Main St. offers free admission, after school snacks, tutoring and activities for students in 6th-12th grades. For more information, call (719) 315-6428 or visit www.BridgeCanonCity.com.

4 p.m. Wacky Wednesdays is an after school program that involves STEM related activities and fun games for school-aged youth at the Cañon City Public Library, 516 Macon Ave. For more information, call (719) 269-9020.

4 p.m. The Cañon City Vision Committee meets in Council Chambers at City Hall, 128 Main St. Public is welcome to attend.

5:30-7 p.m. Nami: Connection Recovery Support Group, adults living with mental illness, meets every Wednesday at St. Thomas More Hospital Community Education Room, 1338 Phay Ave. Free, safe and confidential. (719) 315-4975 or www.namisoutheastco.org.

6:30 p.m. Infant/Child Loss Support Group meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 601 Greenwood Ave.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Dance to the music of the Mountain Blue Band at the GAC, 728 Main St. Dance is open to everyone. For more information, call 275-5177. A potluck is at 6:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Thursday

9:30-11:30 a.m. Colorado Legal Services will have a staff member available for case intake interviews at the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave. Clients will be seen on a walk-in, first-come, first served basis. Those who are aware of clients who may qualify for Colorado Legal Services representation are asked to have the client call the office toll-free at 1-800-395-2465.

10:30 a.m. Storytime and crafts for preschool age children will be at the Cañon City Public Library, 516 Macon Ave. For more information, call (719) 269-9020.

Noon Penrose Senior Center will serve lunch at 405 Broadway in Penrose. The thrift store is open at this location from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open to the public. The cost of lunch is a $3 donation.

12:30-1 p.m. Blood Pressure Clinic at the Florence Senior Community Center, 100 Railroad St.

12:30 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Club will meet at the second and fourth Thursdays at Christ Episcopal Church, 802 Harrison Ave.

2:30-5 p.m. The Cañon City Chess Club meets every Thursday at Cup and Cone at 331 Royal Gorge Blvd. All levels of play are welcome. Just show up or call 315-2461 for more information.

3:30-6:30 p.m. The Bridge Café at 310 Main St. offers free admission, after school snacks, tutoring and activities for students in 6th-12th grades. For more information, call (719) 315-6428 or visit www.BridgeCanonCity.com.

3:45 p.m. Teen Group meets every Thursday at the John C. Fremont Library, 130 Church Ave. in Florence. Teens 6th to 12th grade are invited for crafts, games and fun. Snacks will be provided. For more information, call (719) 784-4649 ext. 2.

4-7 p.m. FREE Federal and State tax return preparation for ALL taxpayers with incomes up to $54,000. Provided by Volunteers for Income Tax Assistance at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan. By appointment only, call (719) 214-8949.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence American Legion Post No. 25 at 209 E. Front St. in Florence. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 784-6125.

5:30-7 p.m. Caregiver Connection Support Group will meet in Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave.

6 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church Annex building, 3000 E. Main St.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. NA meeting at Christian Family Fellowship, 1011 Monroe Ave.

6:30 p.m. Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary will meet at the Fremont County Airport, 60298 U.S. 50 in Penrose. For more information, call Bryce Nelson at 269-8040.

8 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Friday

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 719-320-3753.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon to 1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church. Use the south entrance in the Annex Building, 3000 E. Main St. For more information, 275-4428.

1-3 p.m. Senior's Open Bowling at the Florence Fremont Bowling Lanes. $1.50 per game and $1 for shoes.

5 p.m. O.A. (Over eaters Anonymous)meets every Friday at E-Free Church, 3000 E. Main St. Use south entrance. For more information, call (719) 269-7008.

5-8 p.m. Potluck, Open Mic at the Florence Senior Community Center, 100 Railroad St. Dinner at 5 p.m. Enjoy Country Gospel music. $2 suggested donation.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the VFW Post 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 275-9886.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30-10 p.m. The Bridge Hang Outs are open to students in 6th-12th grade at 310 Main St. The youth center offers free admission, games and activities. Refreshments are available for purchase. For more information, call (719) 315-6428 or visit www.BridgeCanonCity.com.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Saturday

7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

10:30-11:30 a.m. Pee Wee Youth Art Initiative, ages 3-6, parent or guardian must attend, at Fremont Center for the Arts, 505 Macon Ave. Cost is $2 per child. This is a weekly drop-in class, pre-registration is not required. For more information, visit www.fremontarts.org.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

12:30-1:30 p.m. Youth Art Initiative, ages 7-12, parent or guardian welcome, but not required. Cost is $2 per child.This is a weekly drop-in class, pre-registration is not required. For more information, visit www.fremontarts.org.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Florence Eagles Saturday night bingo will be at 117 S. Petroleum in Florence. Free coffee, popcorn and cookies.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Sunday

8-11:30 a.m. Breakfast at the VFW Post No. 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Adults $7. Children 8-12, $4 and free for children younger than 8. Groups call ahead at 275-9886. The public is welcome.

11 a.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

12:30 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

3 p.m. Bingo at the American Legion Post 13 at 201 N. Fourth St. Doors open at 1:30 p.m.

4 p.m. NA meeting for women only at Christian Family Fellowship, 1011 Monroe Ave. Children are welcome.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Monday, Jan. 1

7:15 a.m. TOPS CO56 Weight-loss support group.Weigh-in starts at 7:15 a.m. Meeting starts at 8:45 a.m. at First Christian Church, 320 N. 16th St. For more information, call 269-3978 or 275-7939.

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 719-320-3753.

10-11 a.m. Men's Coffee & Grief Support is an on-going group for men that meets for coffee and companionship every Monday at Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 601 Greenwood Ave. For more information, call 275-1261 or visit www.socohospice.org.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

3:30-5 p.m. Living While Grieving Support Group offers on-going co-ed support every Monday at Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 601 Greenwood Ave. For more information, call 275-1261 or visit www.socohospice.org.

5-7 p.m. HEARTBEAT, a support group for those who have lost a loved one through suicide, meets the first Monday of each month in the Community Room at St. Thomas More Hospital. For further information, call Jann at 719-371-6165.

5:30 p.m. ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics) meeting every Monday at the Sunflower Bank building, 831 Royal Gorge Blvd. For more information, call 719-269-7008.

6 p.m. The Board of Directors for Cañon City Blitz Soccer meets the first Monday of each month at the Cañon City Area Recreation District Office located at 575 Ash.

6 p.m. Colorado Mounted Rangers J Troop meets the first Monday of the month in the north board room at St. Thomas More Hospital at 1338 Phay Ave. For more information, call Rudy at 719-439-1046.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6 p.m. The Hope Sisters Women's Cancer Support group meets at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 275-0089.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. The VFW Post No. 4061 meets the first Monday of the month at 211 Cottonwood. For more information, call 719-275-9886.

7 p.m. Florence City Council will meet in council chambers at 600 W. Third St. in Florence.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Tuesday, Jan.2

8:30 a.m. TOPS CO96 weight-loss support group in Florence. Weigh-in starts at 8:30 a.m., meeting starts at 9 a.m. at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 622 W. Second St. in Florence. For more information, call 784-2131 or 269-3978.

9-11a.m. MOPS Mother of Preschoolers meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at E-Free Church, 3000 E. Main St. Open to all mothers, pregnancy-kindergarten. For more information, visit Cañon City MOPS on Facebook.

9 a.m. The Canonland Walkers and Hikers will hike Tunnel Drive on the first Tuesday of the month. They will meet at Tunnel Drive. Newcomers are welcome! For more information, visit canonlandwalkershikers.org, Facebook, or call 276-0974.

9-11:45 a.m. Clothes, shoes, coats and much more, a free community service at 3180 E. Main St. For more information, call Nora Sedillo at 372-3163.

10 a.m. Preschool Storytime at Penrose Community Library, 35 Seventh Ave., Penrose.

10:30 a.m. Storytime and crafts for preschool age children will be at the Cañon City Public Library, 516 Macon Ave. For more information, call (719) 269-9020.

11:30 a.m. The Vegan Book Club meets the first and third Tuesdays at the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. in Florence. The club discusses veganism and topics related to veganism. For more information, email Club President Harriet Balhiser at harrietbalhiser@bresnan.net.

Noon Cañon City Noon Lions Club meeting at the Abbey Events Center at 2951 E. U.S. 50.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon Penrose Senior Center will serve lunch at 405 Broadway in Penrose. The thrift store is open at this location from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open to the public. The cost of lunch is a $3 donation.

Noon to 1 p.m. free Tuesday lunch provided by Mercy Today Ministries is every Tuesday at First Christian Church located at 320 N. 16th St. The food pantry opens at 10 a.m. and is offered Tuesdays through Thursdays. For more information, call 276-9242.

1 p.m. National Mah Jongg League games for beginners and experienced players at The Bell Tower, 201 E. Second St., in Florence. For more information, call 275-0397 or 784-4444.

1 p.m. Mah Jongg for experienced players and beginners welcome every Tuesday in Cañon City. For more information, call 275-4988 or 275-7707.

3 p.m. The Fremont County Planning Commission meets on the first Tuesday of each month in room LL-3 of the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Elks at 131 E. Front St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Snacks are available for purchase. For more information, call 784-3892.

5:30 p.m. Kiwanis Club of Royal Gorge meet the first and third Tuesday. Call 560-626 for location.

6 p.m. Cañon City Council meeting in Council Chambers at City Hall, 128 Main St. Public is welcome to attend. Meeting is televised live on Channel 191.

6 p.m. Cañon City/Florence branch of Serendipity Peak Dulcimer Club meeting for dulcimers at the Cañon Community Baptist Church at 1117 Monroe Ave.

6:30 p.m. NAR-ANON meets at the Evangelical Free Church Annex Building at the northeast corner of the parking lot, 3000 E. Main St., Cañon City. For more information, call 719-557-9577.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. NA meeting at Christian Family Fellowship, 1011 Monroe Ave.

6:30 p.m. The Penrose Park and Recreation District holds its general meetings the first and third Tuesdays of the month at the PP&RD Community Center at 401 Fourth Ave. Everyone is invited to attend.

7 p.m. Cañon City American Legion Post 13 Veterans Organization meets the first Tuesday of each month at 201 N. Fourth St.

7-8 p.m. AA and Al-Anon meeting at the Florence Community/Senior Center, 100 Railroad St.

Wednesday, Jan. 3

8:15-9:30 a.m. The Royal Gorge Networking Group will meet on the first and third Wednesdays at Village Inn, 1837 Fremont Drive. For more information, call Susanne Cornell at 275-7653.

9-11:30 a.m. Women' s Aglow meets every Wednesday at the First Southern Baptist Church at 1500 N. 10th St., and they meet the last Wednesday of each month at Garden Park Villa, 1821 N. 5th St. For more information, call Gloria at 719-371-7358 or Lee Ann at 719-942-3278.

10 a.m. The Wool Gatherers meet every Wednesday at the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. in Florence to yak, knit (or crochet or quilt), and have lunch. The group is BYOP: Bring Your Own Project. All levels welcome. For more information, call (719) 784-4649.

10 a.m. Florence Caregiver Support Group will meet the first Wednesday of the month at McCandless Veteran Home at 903 Moore.

10:30 Story Time every Wednesday at the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. in Florence. Songs, stories and a craft. For more information, call (719) 784-4649 ext. 2.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon to 1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church. Use the south entrance in the Annex Building, 3000 E. Main St. For more information, 275-4428.

1:30 p.m. Bingo at the Golden Age Center is offered every Wednesday at the center, 728 Main St. Cost is $8 per pack of eight games. Chips, candy and soda will be available for purchase.

3:30-6:30 p.m. The Bridge Café at 310 Main St. offers free admission, after school snacks, tutoring and activities for students in 6th-12th grades. For more information, call (719) 315-6428 or visit www.BridgeCanonCity.com.

4 p.m. Wacky Wednesdays is an after school program that involves STEM related activities and fun games for school-aged youth at the Cañon City Public Library, 516 Macon Ave. For more information, call (719) 269-9020.

5:30-7 p.m. Nami: Connection Recovery Support Group, adults living with mental illness, meets every Wednesday at St. Thomas More Hospital Community Education Room, 1338 Phay Ave. Free, safe and confidential. (719) 315-4975 or www.namisoutheastco.org.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Dance to the music of the Mountain Blue Band at the GAC, 728 Main St. Dance is open to everyone. For more information, call 275-5177.

7 p.m. Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets the first Wednesday of each month at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, located at the corner of Ninth and Main streets. For more information, call Bryce Nelson at 719-269-8040 or visit http://www.qsl.net/rghc/.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Thursday, Jan. 4

10:30 a.m. Storytime and crafts for preschool age children will be at the Cañon City Public Library, 516 Macon Ave. For more information, call (719) 269-9020.

Noon Penrose Senior Center will serve lunch at 405 Broadway in Penrose. The thrift store is open at this location from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open to the public. The cost of lunch is a $3 donation.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

12:30-1 p.m. Blood Pressure Clinic at the Florence Senior Community Center, 100 Railroad St.

3:30-6:30 p.m. The Bridge Café at 310 Main St. offers free admission, after school snacks, tutoring and activities for students in 6th-12th grades. For more information, call (719) 315-6428 or visit www.BridgeCanonCity.com.

3:45 p.m. Teen Group meets every Thursday at the John C. Fremont Library, 130 Church Ave. in Florence. Teens 6th to 12th grade are invited for crafts, games and fun. Snacks will be provided. For more information, call (719) 784-4649 ext. 2.

5:30-7 p.m. Caregiver Connection Support Group will meet in Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave.

6 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church Annex building, 3000 E. Main St.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. NA meeting at Christian Family Fellowship, 1011 Monroe Ave.

6:30 p.m. Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary meeting will be in the Fremont County Airport at 6-298 U.S. 50 in Penrose. For more information, call Bryce Nelson at 269-8040.

8 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Friday, Jan. 5

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 719-320-3753.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon to 1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church. Use the south entrance in the Annex Building, 3000 E. Main St. For more information, 275-4428.

1-3 p.m. Senior's Open Bowling at the Florence Fremont Bowling Lanes. $1.50 per game and $1 for shoes.

5 p.m. O.A. (Over eaters Anonymous) meets every Friday at E-Free Church, 3000 E. Main St. Use south entrance. For more information, call (719) 269-7008.

5 p.m. First Friday at Tailored West will feature art, music and refreshments at 502 Main St.The community is invited.

5-7 p.m. First Friday at The Hive at 729 Main St. will feature an art-related exhibit or event.

5-8 p.m. First Friday at the Artists' Gallery at 416 Main St. will feature this month's artist for the month. For more information, call (719)345-4070 or visit www.theartistsgalleryonline.com.

5-8 p.m. Potluck, Open Mic at the Florence Senior Community Center, 100 Railroad St. Dinner at 5 p.m. Enjoy Country Gospel music. $2 suggested donation.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the VFW Post 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 275-9886.

6 p.m. First Friday will be at the Fremont Center for the Arts, 505 Macon Ave. Art, food, music and fun. For more information, call 275-2790.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30-10 p.m. The Bridge Hang Outs are open to students in 6th-12th grade at 310 Main St. The youth center offers free admission, games and activities. Refreshments are available for purchase. For more information, call (719) 315-6428 or visit www.BridgeCanonCity.com.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Saturday, Jan. 6

7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

10:30-11:30 a.m. Pee Wee Youth Art Initiative, ages 3-6, parent or guardian must attend, at Fremont Center for the Arts, 505 Macon Ave. Cost is $2 per child. This is a weekly drop-in class, pre-registration is not required. For more information, visit www.fremontarts.org.

11 a.m. Detoxing for Longevity will be presented at the Golden Age Center, located at 728 Main St. This is free and open to the public. Join Dr. Levy for this exciting and informative presentation and learn how you can detoxify your diet, household, and lifestyle. For more information, call 719-660-4817.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

12:30-1:30 p.m. Youth Art Initiative, ages 7-12, parent or guardian welcome, but not required. Cost is $2 per child.This is a weekly drop-in class, pre-registration is not required. For more information, visit www.fremontarts.org.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Florence Eagles Saturday night bingo will be at 117 S. Petroleum in Florence. Free coffee, popcorn and cookies.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Sunday, Jan. 7

8-11:30 a.m. Breakfast at the VFW Post No. 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Adults $7. Children 8-12, $4 and free for children younger than 8. Groups call ahead at 275-9886. The public is welcome.

11 a.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

12:30 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

3 p.m. Bingo at the American Legion Post 13 at 201 N. Fourth St. Doors open at 1:30 p.m.

4 p.m. NA meeting for women only at Christian Family Fellowship, 1011 Monroe Ave. Children are welcome.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Monday, Jan. 8

7:15 a.m. TOPS CO56 Weight-loss support group.Weigh-in starts at 7:15 a.m. Meeting starts at 8:45 a.m. at First Christian Church, 320 N. 16th St. For more information, call 269-3978 or 275-7939.

8:30 a.m. "Drop Beginners Road Trip" will start at the Red Canyon Cycles in the alley behind 420 Main St.

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 719-320-3753.

10-11 a.m. Men's Coffee & Grief Support is an on-going group for men that meets for coffee and companionship every Monday at Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 601 Greenwood Ave. For more information, call 275-1261 or visit www.socohospice.org.

10:15 a.m. Writers Among Us group will meet at the Cañon City Public Library in the Carnegie meeting room. Visitors welcome. For more information, call 276-0468.

10:30 a.m. "B.O.O.K." Babies on our Knees is a storytime that focuses on early literacy skills for babies 0-24 months and their parents or caregivers at the Cañon City Public Library, 516 Macon Ave. For more information, call (719) 269-9020.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon to 2 p.m. Women's Monthly Support Group Potluck is an on-going support group for grieving women the second Monday of each month at Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 601 Greenwood Ave. For more information, call 275-1261 or visit www.socohospice.org.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

2-3:30 p.m. A free self-help legal clinic is available the second Monday of every month at the Cañon City Public Library, 516 Macon Ave. Attorneys will assist patrons one-on-one, on a first-come, first-served basis in a private room, where they can visit with the attorney face-to-face through a webcam. For more information, call the library at 719-269-9020.

3:30-5 p.m. Living While Grieving Support Group offers on-going co-ed support every Monday at Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 601 Greenwood Ave. For more information, call 275-1261 or visit www.socohospice.org .

5:30 p.m. The Cañon City School Board meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at the District Administration Office, 101 N. 14th St.

5:30 p.m. The Cañon City Area Fire Protection District's monthly board meeting is the second Monday of each month at Station No. 1, 1475 N. 15th St.

5:30 p.m. ACA(Adult Children of Alcoholics) meeting every Monday at the Sunflower Bank building, 831 Royal Gorge Blvd. For more information, call 719-269-7008.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. The Royal Gorge VFW No. 4061 meets at 215 N. Cottonwood Ave. For more information, call 275-9886.

7 p.m. The Florence-Penrose School Board meets for its regular meeting at the T&I Building at 403 W. Fifth St. in Florence.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

8 p.m. NA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.