Even us relocated flat-landers track you mountain folks' gyrations via this portal. This continues to provide what I think we are all seeking in some way- a connection of sorts to a community that holds some meaning in our lives, even if we can't directly connect. Keep up with the love and all of the great work.

I still watch this QT also, so yeah, let's make more use of it!

Hi Laura, Hi Sather, Asa, & Riley,
I'm here! We should invite the 8 new kindergartener's parents for next year to join this QT and use it more!!!

Hi Laura,

Thought I'd respond to your post and post a note to you--THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO--you're awesome!

We love you and all of your messages. Its almost like Riley is still in school at the best school on the planet!! Don't stop!

Sather, Asa, & Riley

Does anybody post here anymore? I just noticed that all the messages are mine...it's like I'm writing to myself on my own board!

Is there anybody out there...???

Bet you thought you'd heard the last of DRAMA CLUB...not a chance!

Each semester, we try to explore a different area of drama. Since January, our theme has been "LET'S TAKE IT ON THE ROAD!" whereby we perform in different venues for different audiences.

Hence...the THIRD performance in our series is coming up THIS WEEK!

We invite you to see "ASSIGNMENT: EARTH! How We Can Save The Planet" THIS Friday, May 22nd at 12:30 p.m. in Jamestown's Big Park, where we will also perform for our Gold Hill Elementary friends!

We hope to see you then...but if not...

Mark your calendars and come see the show at Boulder Public Library (wow, we've hit the BIGTIME!) on Saturday, June 20th @ 11 a.m.

All shows are free for all ages as a gift to our beloved commUNITY!

I am so pleased and proud to announce that Camp Jimtown is opening a childcare program at Gold Hill Elementary School next Fall, called "Camp Jimtown At Gold Hill!"
 
I expect that both the Jamestown and Gold Hill sites will be open 30 hours per week from 12-6 p.m. to accommodate the many kindergarteners at both locations. Hence, from now until Fall, I am seeking qualified employees to work at both programs, as well as a caregiver for my daughter, Elise daily from 3-6:30 p.m. beginning in the Fall.
 
I am telling you this NOW in hopes that you can let me know if YOU are interested in working at Camp Jim OR kidsitting Elise, OR if you know of anyone who might be interested in either of these positions.
 
It may be premature, but I just wanted to plant these seeds of change for you all to bear in mind in the not-so-distant future!
 
This door of opportunity would not have been opened unto me were it not for the wonderful support and recommendations from coworkers, families, and commUNITY members who have enjoyed Camp Jimtown through the years.
 
I can't thank you all enough for ALL the support you've given me these six years and counting! With the help of our entire commUNITY, we have ALL made this program successful for everyone involved, especially the children. I am really looking forward to expanding it to another great commUNITY.

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EVERYONE -- PLEASE READ THIS ALL THE WAY TO THE END!!!

Together, we raised a record $1,440.20 (and still counting with incoming IOU's) at our SPRING RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE!!! Although this is a small commUNITY, it is impossible to name every person who helped as there are so many!

Suffice it to say, the Camp Jim families and staff send our DEEPEST HEARTFELT THANKS to every single person who played a part, no matter how small, including those who set up, donated, baked, bought, paid, gave, worked, cleaned up, packed up, hauled away, fulfilled the role they signed up for, or simply supported in any other way -- YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE -- PAT YOURSELVES ON THE BACK!!!

All proceeds from this event benefit Camp Jimtown's childcare program expenses. Miraculously, we raised more than enough to pay for an entire YEAR of liability insurance, rent, and licensing fees. The remainder will be spent on staff training, new activity supplies, special guests invited to educate us, and other programs that directly benefit the kids.

Your generosity will make a huge difference in the lives of these children for YEARS TO COME and as previously stated, this program could not exist without these FUNdraisers and your ongoing commUNITY support!!

On a personal note, each of YOU continues to give me the will and inspiration to keep this program going for six years and counting!

Peace and love from Laura Williams, Childcare Director

Our SPRING RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE is right around the corner THIS Saturday, May 9th from 9-5 p.m. in JimTown Hall!

Donations of items IN GOOD CONDITION will be gratefully accepted starting TOMORROW, Thursday, May 7th AND Friday, May 8th from 6-8 p.m. in JimTown Hall. Please do not leave items if no one is there to receive them! Sorry, but we can NOT accept large appliances or furniture, mattresses, tires, vehicles, building materials, damaged goods, hazardous waste, trash, recycling, or anything that costs money to dispose of. Computers and electronics are welcome but will be returned to you if they don't sell. An area will be available to advertise any items we can't accept. Leftover items will be donated to charity or area thrift stores.

BAKE SALE: donations of individually-wrapped items and/or whole cakes & pies will be gratefully accepted on Saturday morning or by calling Laura at (3o3) 545-55o2 for other pickup arrangements. We hope our commUNITY bakers will continue to share their special goodies and gluten-free or vegan delights!

VOLUNTEERS ARE STILL NEEDED for this unique commUNITY FUNdraiser! Please sign up for a shift on the Town Hall doors or just show up and we'll put you to work!

All proceeds from this event benefit Camp Jimtown's childcare program expenses. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR CHILDREN!

Our SPRING RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE is quickly approaching on Saturday, May 9th from 9-5 p.m. at JimTown Hall! We are accepting items in good condition on Thursday, May 7th & Friday, May 8th from 6-8 p.m. (see previous posts and signs all over town for specific guidelines). If you can't make either of those dates/times OR if you need help gathering items and organizing your home/shed/garage, etc., please call Laura @ (3o3) 545-55o2!

The VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP SHEET is now on the Town Hall doors AND in Jamestown School Lobby! This is a unique commUNITY FUNdraiser and everyone is encouraged to participate, either by working a shift, baking goodies, shopping, or hauling leftover items after the sale to charity or thrift stores.

All proceeds benefit Camp Jimtown's childcare program expenses and THE CHILDREN THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Welcome to our final FUNdraiser for this school year! Introducing...

SPRING RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE
Saturday, May 9th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
in JimTown Hall

Proceeds benefit Camp Jimtown's childcare program expenses!

RUMMAGE SALE: Donations of items in GOOD CONDITION will be gratefully accepted at the Town Hall on Thursday, May 7th AND Friday, May 8th from 6-8 p.m. Please do not leave items if no one is there to receive them! We reserve the right to refuse any item and we can NOT ACCEPT large appliances or furniture, mattresses, tires, vehicles, building materials, damaged goods, hazardous waste, trash, recycling, or anything that costs money to dispose of. Computers and electronics are welcome but will be returned to you if they don't sell. A board will be available at the event for you to advertise any items we can't accept. Leftover items will be donated to charity or area thrift stores.

BAKE SALE: Donations of individually-wrapped and/or whole cakes/pies will be gratefully accepted at the event or by calling the number below to make pickup arrangements. commUNITY BAKERS are strongly encouraged to share your delectables!

VOLUNTEERS are needed for this unique commUNITY FUNdraiser! Sign up for a shift on the Town Hall doors at the beginning of May or call us!

For more info, contact Laura Williams @ (3o3) 545-55o2

Great bargains! Yummy goodies! Come shopping!

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR KIDS!

Hope to see your family at the SPRING SCAVENGER HUNT tomorrow (Saturday, April 11th) at Jamestown's Elysian Park (The BIG One) with HIDING at 10 a.m. and FINDING promptly at 11 a.m. (kids under age 14)!

According to ancient Jimtownian tradition, each participating family brings a dozen decorated eggs or other trinkets/toys to hide while Camp Jimtown donates eggs and other prizes. This year, there will be a separate area for little tikes age 0-4, as well as 3 large golden eggs for the older kids to find and trade in for bigger prizes! Donations of non-chokable items for the little area would be greatly appreciated.

This free event is for everyone regardless of religious preference and will occur in any type of weather. We strongly encourage kids who USED TO be finders (but may be "too old" now) to take part in the HIDING!

HAPPY HUNTING!

NEED HELP PREPARING FOR THE UPCOMING RUMMAGE SALE & DUMPSTER DAY?

I'd like to offer my services to help you ORGANIZE and clean out any spaces that may be cluttering your life. I can organize any space you want in exactly THE WAY you want, while utilizing the space you have most efficiently, including your office, garage, shed, closets, attics, basements, or anything else you need. Camp Jimtown would greatly appreciate any donations you may have for the Rummage Sale and we can create a "waiting area" for items you may have for the dumpster. This offer should not be confused with basic housecleaning, although I will spruce up any areas you want me to organize.

Think about it...I charge a reasonable $20 per hour (trade also negotiable) and I can accomplish a lot in a little amount of time. I have excellent references (i.e. Sal DeVincenzo, Nancy Farmer and any others who'd care to speak up here!) and I invite you to call me to discuss your specific needs and reserve time @ (3o3) 545-55o2.

In the meantime, SAVE THE DATE and come shopping for excellent bargains at Camp Jimtown's final FUNdraiser for this school year...

SPRING RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE
Saturday, May 9th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
in JimTown Hall

This is also the same date as Jamestown's DUMPSTER DAY!

More specific details will follow about these events in coming weeks. I look forward to helping you team up and clean up!

Our annual SPRING SCAVENGER HUNT is THIS Saturday with hiding @ 10 a.m. in Jamestown's Elysian Park (the BIG one)! Finders (kids under age 14) will be set free promptly at 11 a.m.

According to ancient Jimtownian tradition, each participating family brings a dozen decorated eggs to hide in the park while Camp Jimtown contributes other eggs, prizes, and trinkets! There are 3 golden eggs for the older kids to find and exchange for a bigger prize. There is also an entire separate area for kids under age 4. Donations of toys for this age group (0-4) would be greatly appreciated as we seek items OTHER than candy or small chokeables for this special area!

This free event is for EVERYONE regardless of religious preference and will occur in any type of weather! Spread the word to all the kids and we hope to see you there!

TONIGHT!

Drama Club invites you to see us perform ASSIGNMENT: EARTH! at the church in Ward, Colorado at 6:30 p.m. Parking is available in the lot across from the Utica Street Market or roadside and everyone must walk up the hill to the church.

We hope you can join us as we take our show "on the road" for the first time ever!