August 30. The Pick and Shovel Players will be performing the melodrama "He Promised Me Violets" every Monday and Thursday, July 1st through August 30th at the Buffalo Bar and Grill in Buena Vista. Tickets are $20 each.

August 31. Sene Africa performs in the Salida SteamPlant Theater starting at 7:30 pm with the River Tribe Drum and Dance Troupe providing the opening act. Sene Africa consists of Ibrahima Ba and Amadou Fall. www.salidasteamplant.com.

September 4. 13th Annual Tenderfoot Mountain Triathlon/Duathlon. Triathlon course consists of a 1000M (pool) swim, a 25 mile bike ride, and a 10k run. Duathletes compete in the bike, then the run courses of the triathlon. Triathlon teams are also encouraged to enter! 7:00 am to 1:00 pm, begins and ends at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center. www.tenderfoottriathlon.com or contact Kristy Falcon at salidaraces@gmail.com or 719-539-6738.

September 5. Kiwanis Kids' Tenderfoot Mountain Triathlon for youth ages 5-14, at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center. Race starts at 10:00 am. Competitors are split up into 3 age groups; course length is dependent on age. Children must be able to swim one length of the pool without swim aids. More info at www.tenderfoottriathlon.com or contact Kristy Falcon at salidaraces@gmail.com or 719-539-6738.

September 6. Crooked Still Concert at the Salida Steam Plant. Benefit for Boys & Girls Clubs of Chaffee County. For more info contact the Buena Vista Chamber at chamber@buenavistacolorado.org or 719-395-6612.

September 9 – October 20. Salida ArtWorks Registy Members Juried Art Show at Paquette Gallery, Salida Steamplant. Join us for our Awards Reception on September 11th, 5 - 7 pm at the gallery. Cash bar, complimentary appetizers, music, entertainment, and awards to artists. All artwork will be for sale. Contact Susan Spohns at susanmspohn@aol.com or 719-539-7120.

September 10-12. Independence Film Fest in Buena Vista and Leadville. The highest film festival in the world salutes movie stars with screenings, surprise guests and posthumous awards. This will be the third year it has taken place in the valley. Check out http://www.independencefilmfest.com or contact the Buena Vista Chamber at chamber@buenavistacolorado.org or (719) 395-6612.

September 11. AppleFest at the historic Turner Farm, West Main, Buena Vista. Step back in time to the turn of the 20th century. Tour five old buildings at the farm including the two story farm house. Great family fun with music, old time demonstrations, lunch, apple pie and more. Visit www.buenavistaheritage.org for more info.

September 11. Historical reenactment about the lives of Madams in the late 1800's at the Buena Vista Heritage Museum on East Main. Learn what it was like to be a "soiled dove" in the late 1800's with the Madams of Central Colorado. Educational and historical, this presentation has adult content but is very tastefully done with no foul language. Tickets are $15, benefit BV Hertage and are available on their website. Doors open at 6:30 pm. www.buenavistaheritage.org.

September 12. Buena Vista Canine Classic Frisbee Dog and Dog Agility competitions. All events at the soccer fields at Riverside Park at the east end of Main St., Buena Vista. This is a fund raiser for the Ark Valley Humane Society. Novices welcome. See their website: www.bvk9classic.com. Registration at 8:00 am; events start at 9:00 am.

September 12. Celebrate Life at McPhelemy Park, Buena Vista, from 1pm-4pm. This 9th annual celebration is the main fundraising activity in support of the Buena Vista Pregnancy Center. You can participate by walking, running, bicycling or revving up your motorcycle. Live music. Clients at the Buena Vista Pregnancy Center can receive pregnancy information, tests, counseling, classes, etc. www.uavprenancycenters.com.

September 18. Autumn Color Run in McPhelemy Park, Buena Vista, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. We offer a one mile fun run, a 5K, a 10K and a HM. An all-volunteer race with all proceeds going to local charitable organizations. Homemade baked goods await the runners at the finish line. Website at: www.fourteenernet.com/colorrun.

September 21-25. ATV Historical Color Tour. Bring your own ATV and ride various trails and visit historic areas in the midst of autumn's grand colors. Four days of riding, evening activities, and more. Numbers are limited so call (719) 395-6612 or register online at www.coloradoatvtour.org.

September 26. St. Elmo Schoolhouse and Town Hall closes for season.

September 29. HRRMC Kids Health Fair for kids ages K-8 and their families from 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Boys & Girls Club, St. Joseph Church Annex, Salida. Over 20 exhibits include a range of activities and information—from health screenings, a game show and bicycle rodeo to nutrition, healthcare assistance and recreation resources. A healthy dinner will be served starting at 5:00 p.m. This is a free event! For more information contact Angela Damman at 719-539-4746 or adamman@earthlink.net

September 30. BV Museum closes for season.

October 2. Fireman’s Ball. The Buena Vista Fire Department will bring back the old Firemen’s Ball at American Legion, Buena Vista. Contact Buena Vista Chamber at (719) 395-6612.

October 2. Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center will have the Jewel Ball at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds in Poncha Springs. Proceeds from the ball will help support various programs and services for the hospital. Contact Cathy Berdon for more information at 530-2218.

October 8-10. Stage Left Theater Company presents "Rules of Enchantment" at the Salida SteamPlant Theater.

October 29. Trick or Treat Street. The local Rotary Club sponsors Merchant's Trick-or-Treat Street along the length of Buena Vista Main Street.

October 29. Goblin Gallop Kids fun run. Fun and Free 2km kids fun run at Longfellow School, Salida. Children in grades 1-4 try to catch the witch in this fun and free 2 km run/walk. All finishers get unique prizes and treats. From 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm. Contact the Chaffee Running Club at chaffeerunners@yahoo.com or visit www.salidarec.com/ccrc.

November 6. Craft and Christmas Bazaar. Congregational United Church of Christ- 217 Crossman, Buena Vista. Old fashioned Christmas bazaar with handmade Christmas presents and decorations. Lunch and dinner served. Best place to eat in town that day. Call 719 395-2544 for information.

November 12 – 14. 6^th Annual Dryland Mushing Races at Adventure Unlimited, Buena Vista. Mushers from around Colorado will be having a fun competition with their sled dogs on bikes, scooters, carts, and by foot. No snow, no problem! For more information and how to register check out their website at www.colomtnmushers.org.

November 13. Two Turkey Relay at Riverside Park, Salida, from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. Come run the fun and unique Two Turkey Relay. Randomly selected teams of two people pair up to each run a two mile course. Age and gender time bonuses add up to an unpredictable and fun event. For more information visit www.salidarec.com/ccrc or contact the Chaffee County Running Club at chaffeerunners@yahoo.com.

November 26. Parade of Lights in Downtown Salida. Christmas opening and lighting of Christmas Mtn. USA. Parade starts at 6 pm. Hot Chocolate and cider served at Pueblo Bank and Trust. Many stores open for Holiday Shopping. Santa arrives at approx. 6:30 pm. Holiday Park opens following the lighting of Christmas Mtn.

November 26. SteamPlant Holiday Open House at the Salida SteamPlant Event Center from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Join the SteamPlant for an open house following the Parade of Lights in downtown Salida and the lighting of Christmas Mountain. Free hot chocolate, treats and music. For more information visit www.salidsteamplant.com or contact Salida SteamPlant at info@salidasteamplant.com or 719-530-0933.