Community Meetings
Golden Gate Canyon State Park: Wildlife Safety Class
Tuesday, September 16 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Gilpin County Public Library Meeting Room, 15131 Hwy 119, Black Hawk
The wildlife safety class will cover a range of topics, from recognizing wildlife hazards to learning how to prevent and respond to encounters with animals like bears, wolves, and other potentially dangerous wildlife. These classes are beneficial for outdoor workers, recreationists, and anyone who spends time in areas where wildlife may be present.
The Incredible Years® Parent Program
Thursdays, September 18 to December 18 (no class on November 27) from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Format: Virtual, hosted on Zoom
Hosted by Jefferson Center – An Empower Community Care Organization
Parenting is rewarding, but it can also be challenging. The Incredible Years® Parent Program is designed for parents and caregivers of children ages 3–6 who are looking for extra support. This program helps families strengthen relationships, encourage positive behaviors, and promote children’s social, emotional, and academic success.
Registration & Contact
👉 Register here
Questions?
- Amy Cobb – AmyC@jcmh.org
- Alisa Wood – AlisaW@jcmh.org
Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office Night of Community Engagement and Roundtable
Thursday, September 25 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Gilpin County Community Center Community Room, 250 Norton Dr., Black Hawk
Sheriff Armstrong is pleased to announce his second community engagement meeting planned this year on Thursday September 25, 2025 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The meeting will be at the Gilpin County Recreation Center Community Room which is located at 250 Norton Dr, Black Hawk, CO 80422. Sheriff Armstrong will have senior members of his leadership team and the Director of Emergency Management present to assist at the meeting.
Sheriff Armstrong encourages anyone who wishes to engage in productive public dialogue with him and his command staff to please attend. If you are unable to attend, he would like community members to know he is available for personal conversations as well if requested.
Vaccine Clinics
Gilpin County Public Health will once again be offering free vaccine clinics this fall. Vaccines available include, but not limited to, COVID-19, flu, and routine childhood immunizations such as Tdap and MMR.
- Friday, October 3 – Community Center, 250 Norton Dr., Black Hawk from 2:00 to 5:30 p.m.
- Saturday, October 25 – Library. 15131 Hwy-119, Black Hawk from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 19 – Historic Courthouse, 203 Eureka St., Central City from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.
All clinics are free of charge. Please bring your insurance card if you have one.
Gilpin 4-H Open House
Sunday, October 5 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Gilpin County Community Barn, 230 Norton Dr., Black Hawk
Ages 8-18. Meet current members, find out what projects suit you. Food provided. Contact: gilpinarchwood4h@gmail.com