Youth Spotligh
t:
Eli Seeman
by Gloria Cueva,
Collaborative Management Program Coordinator for Eagle River Youth Coalition
"Hate and violence," is what this 11
th
grader from Battle Mountain High School would change in the world. It may seem like an insurmountable feat, but for Elijah (Eli) Seeman and his friends perhaps it's possible to inspire peace through the universal language of music. Eli said it's sad when others let you down, but he thinks that listening and being there for others is what can make a difference.
Eli has been a member in the band One Thirty-Two, who produced an album this past year. The band played all types of rock from classic rock to funk rock. They even performed at TEDxYouth this past April - earning resounding rounds of applause from the audience. Unfortunately, all the members will be moving away to go to college, except for one who will attend Colorado Mountain College locally.
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Member Profile: Trio Equine Therapy
Horses can be barometers of our own feelings; they sense fear and agitation, joy and calmness. It's for this very reason that horses are an integral part of Trio Equine Therapy. Whether a student, and a student can be a young child right up to an older adult, is working on horsemanship or riding, the horse provides calm, nonverbal feedback.
"We provide the services of Equine Facilitated Learning, Physical and Occupational Therapy incorporating the equine as treatment tool/strategy and adaptive riding instruction," shares Lauren Shaeffer, founder, owner and physical therapist. "Horses are fascinating in that they are prey animals, they are keenly aware of their environment. Humans can be considered to be a predator, if someone comes up and they are anxious or really exited, the horse feels that emotion and they may shy away.
Read more >>>>>
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Difference Maker of the Month: Kayleen Schweitzer
July's Difference Maker influences hundreds of kids every year. Her calming voice combined with her listening skills makes her a trusted confidant for middle school kids at Eagle Valley Middle School. Kayleen Schweitzer is the school's counselor and proponent for inclusivity and kindness. She, along with Principal Katie Jarnot, started 'No Place For Hate' this year. EVMS joins 1,600 other schools across the county in standing against hate.
"No Place for Hate is a self-directed program helping all of the stakeholders take the lead on improving and maintaining school climate so all students can thrive," explains the Anti-Defamation League's website.
Read more >>>>
Do you know someone in our community who deserves recognition? Someone who goes above and beyond? Let us know - email us at [email protected]!
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SAVE THE DATE: Valley Tastings
Food for Youth ... & a Great Cause
ERYC's annual fundraiser is taking place in Gypsum at the Lundgren Amphitheater on September 15. Already restaurants are lining up to participate! We are so thankful to
Rustic Farm to Fork,
Vail Resorts, Home Chefs of Vail,
YellowBelly,
Village Bagel and
The Farm at Knapp Ranch, Turgeon's Wood Fired Pizza,
Kirby Cosmos,
Tu Casa, Avon Liquor, West Vail Liquor, and Kaiser Permanente's blender bike!
Why participate? Ask Chelsea from Rustic Farm to Fork: "
Great vibes and lots of fun last year. Loved being able to be a part of supporting the youth in our community." More than 400 people came out to support Eagle River Youth Coalition (ERYC) and the youth in our community.
Thanks to our presenting sponsors for helping make this event a super-fun, successful day:
Kaiser Permanente and
Town of Gypsum.
Do you know of a restaurant that would want to participate? Do you own a restaurant? Do you want to donate to the silent auction? We'd love to have you be involved! Contact
Heather, 970.390.9513.
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We need YOU to nominate a YOUth
We need YOU to nominate a YOUth: The 12
th
annual Valley Tastings event will be host once again to the Youth Leaders Award and we need you to nominate an outstanding youth who believe should be a recipient of one an award (Change Maker, Legacy Builder, Positive Peer). Please
nominate a youth by August 10th. Nominate here.
Thanks to Alpine Bank for supporting this program!
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Get Out For a Great Cause
We're so grateful for the a
mazing corporations in the valley
who strive to give back to nonprofits. All summer,
The
Sebastian Vail is partnering with various nonprofits during its summer music series on Thursday nights from 4 til 6 p.m. On July 19, it's ERYC's turn! Come hear some swanky music and be part of the change!
Launc
hed in 2014, Maya at The Westin Riverfront donates the net proceed
s of all food & beverage purchases made at Table #101 - a large round booth that can seat up to 5 people - to a different Vail Valley c
haritable organization each month a
s part of You Dine, We Donate: more information.
In July, ERYC is the beneficiary, so sit at table 101 and eat some modern Mexican and help Eagle County Youth!
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Youth Master Plan Update
The third meeting for the Youth Master Plan was held in June where we explored common community outcomes, strategic plans, youth-related programs and efforts, youth behavior data, and discussed a common vision for all of our community to support. The next step in the process will be community listening and input sessions held throughout the valley in late August. Stay tuned for these dates and locations as we need YOUr voice in creating a community-wide plan to support YOUth.
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Check Out All of our Member Events Below!
Want to get your event listed? Become a member! Email
Carol Johnson for details.
Free Summer Lunch
Tuesday - Friday |June 12 - August 31 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Gypsum Rec Center | Gypsum
Monday - Friday | June 11 - August 31 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Eagle River Village | Edwards
Wednesdays | June 13 - August 24
| 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Aspen
Mobile Home Village | Avon
School is out for the summer, so its time for Summer Lunch. There will be FREE FOOD and activities for kids all summer long! Thanks to WECMRD, Trinity Church and Eagle County Schools for making it happen.
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SpeakUp ReachOut Education Session & Coalition Update
July 19 | 4 p.m. | Avon Police Department
ERYC will present the Health Kids Colorado Survey Data regarding mental health and suicide.
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What's YOUR Story?
July 20 | 9 - 11 a.m. | CMC Auditorium
Join ERYC for a mid-summer workshop:
Strategic Nonprofit Storytelling to Engage Donors and Volunteers
· You will learn what THE story is for your organization.
· You will learn a step by step process to writing YOUR story.
· You will learn to CONNECT better with your donors.
During the training we will break down your organization's stories into three components: the Involvement Story, The Impact Story, the Thank You Story.
Fundraising season is here (when is it not?)......what's holding you back from signing up for this workshop?!
· Free to ERYC and VVP members
· $10 for all non members - please pay upon arrival or prior to training
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Vail Public Library June Events
On-going throughout July | Vail Public Library
The theme for 2018 Summer Reading Programs is Libraries Rock!
VPL
offers
programs and independent reading logs and activities for all ages kids through adult.
Vail Public Library's
Summer Reading Program offers kids the opportunity to join in these free and fun Tuesday afternoon performances and activities for kids entering 1st - 5th grades. Students may be dropped off for the program; a parent does not have to stay. Register to receive an independent reading log that may be kept to record your summer reading and win prizes. Even if you can't come - you can do the log!
Preschooler story times: Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10 & 11 am; Saturdays 11 am
Kids have the Tuesday af
ternoon performances.
Teens meet
monthly with a creative project or performance.
Summer Reading Program | Tuesdays
Bravo! Vail
Li
ttle Listeners@the Library
| July 3 | 2 -3:30 p.m.
Bruce Wittrig, violin (Dallas Symphony Orchestra) Lydia Umlauf, violin (Dallas Symphony Orchestra). Always kid friendly and age appropriate. With a instrument Petting Zoo after the performance. Open to all visitors as well as summer readers.
Listeners@the Library
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July 10 |
2 - 3:30 p.m.
Hai
-ye Ni, cello (The Philadelphia Orchestra
) Always kid friendly and age appropriate. With a instrument Petting Zoo after the performance. Open to all visitors as well as our summer readers.
The Magic of the Rock People with Erica Sodos
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July 17 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.
After tho
usands of years of seclusion
Zuriel
of the Rock People is coming to share her wisdom and magic with humans at a time when the return of magic is most needed. This is totally interactive and an amazing mic show filled with fictional and non-fictional stories.
Rockin' Rocks and Fossils with Walking Mountain Science Center
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July 24 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.
A quick and age appropriate study of geology and fossils presented in the best way by Walking Mountains talented staff.
Circus Rocks with Aerial Dancer and local
Leisha
Knight
| July 31 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.
A quick and age appropriate study of geology and fossils presented in the best way by Walking Mountains talented staff.
Teen Summer Reading
If Rocks Can be Moved like Magic, What Else is Possible? |
Monday | July 16 | 3- 4:30 p.m.
Psychic entertainer Erica Sodos will present.
It is said that in addition to creating magical stone circles, the druids had powers to levitate, control nature and make themselves invisible. Are magical powers real? Is it true that we are able to read the minds of others, predict the future and control nature? Come be mystified and entertained.
Teen Summer Reading will meet once a month this summer: July 16 & August 6 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
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Eagle Valley Library District Summer Programs: All Ages
All Summer! | All Branches (Avon, Eagle, Gypsum)
Are you ready to rock?! The Eagle Valley Libraries will be kicking off this summer
with weekly activities to enhance your skills and explore music. Plus, you can earn prizes for reading!
Avon Public Library
200 Benchmark Road | Avon, CO 81620
970-949-6797
Eagle Public Library
600 Broadway St. | Eagle, CO 81631
970-328-8800
Gypsum Public Library
47 Lundgren Blvd. | Gypsum, CO 81637
970-524-5080
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Alpine Arts Center Summer Art Camps
Summer 2018 | Alpine Arts Center, Riverwalk in Edwards
Kids can get creative at Alpine Arts'
Summer Camps for Kids & Teen. Camps run from June 4 through August 31
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July 11 | 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. | WECMRD | Edwards
This FREE one-day course will introduce youth ages 9-11 to the Emergency Service agencies in Eagle County. Ambulance, Law Enforcement and Fire Services will be on hand to teach a variety of rescue and safety procedures to kids age 9-11. Activities will include first aid/CPR, traffic and fire safety, and a self-defense/personal protection class.
FREE - pre-registration required
**** Please send lunch with your child - Snacks/Drinks provided
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Eagle County Fair & Rodeo Open Class Exhibits
July 23 & 24 | Eagle River Center | Eagle
The Eagle County Fair & Rodeo is offering ways for all community members to join in the fun. From handcrafted quilts and knitted items to gardening and baked goods, the Ope
n Class competition and additional contests offer something for everyone.
All open class non-perishable exhibits must be entered at the Eagle River Center between noon and 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 23. All perishable exhibits must be entered at the Eagle River Center between 7 and 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 24. Judging will begin at 9 a.m. on July 24. The Open Class exhibits will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 25 through Saturday, July 28.
For a complete list of Eagle County Fair & Rodeo events or to download open class entry forms and the Contests and Open Class Handbook, visit www.eaglecountyfairandrodeo.com.
For more information, contact
CSU Extension Office at 970-328-8630 Glenda Wentworth.
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4H Drone Camp
August 16 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Eagle River Center Exhibit Hall | Eagle
Mark your calendar and gather up your friends for the 4-H Drone Camp!
During this camp, participants will learn from a drone expert and see what his drone can do. You will also build a wooden airplane, play some games, watch a movie and the most exciting part is that you will go home with your VERY OWN DRONE!! Before leaving that day, we will show you how your drone flies. Cost to attend is $40 (includes lunch, snacks and your drone to keep).
Sign up by August 1 at
CSU Extension Office at 970-328-8630.
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Save The Date: SURO's
Community Walk & Heartbeat Memorial Butterfly Launch
September 8 | 8:30 a.m. | Lundgren Amphitheater | Gypsum
All funds raised go to SpeakUp ReachOut's mission to prevent suicide in Eagle County through education, training and HOPE.
There will be guest speakers, butterfly launch and community walk.
Remember. Reflect. Revitalize. Hope.
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Resources For Learning (Sign Up for Newsletters too)
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Thanks, Accolades & Congratulations!
- ERYC would like to thank our in-school prevention facilitators for their hard work and effort this past school year supporting young people in Eagle County. We truly appreciate you! Michele Barber, Tracey Branch, Sara Cross, Rachel DeLong, Anne Marie Desmond, Molly Hadley, Amy Hermes, Kala Marks, Emily McMormack, Michelle Skellion, Rachel Verinis, Olga Wilkins, Erik Williams.
- Thank you to CMC for providing space for all of our youth master plan meetings this spring.
- Thank you to Alpine Bank, Vail Valley Cares, Vail Tax & Accounting, East West Destination Hospitality, and CO Trust for renewing your support of the Eagle River Youth Coalition.
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Thanks to the Eagle River Foundation for supporting ERYC.
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