June 2010:

Once again we are in need of volunteers to help keep the Apishapa Valley Heritage Center open. Our schedule is Friday and Saturdays from 10:00 to 2:00 pm.

Donations are important but in order to keep our doors open, our success will rely on volunteers. You can help for just an hour or two a week or just once this summer to help keep our doors open.

Our goal is to share our collection of photos & stories about the history of the area which includes early stagecoach stops, coal mining in the surrounding hills and the fascinating stories of the Prohibition era the town is notoriously known for.

Photo Contest:

We are sponsoring an "amateur photo contest" in search of the best photos taken in the Apishapa Valley area. Subject of your choice can be submitted in color, black & white, or on cd. Please give age if under 18 years of age…and a brief story about where the photo was taken.

There are 2 categories; historic photos & photos taken after 1999. There will be prizes awarded in 3 age categories.

Up to 12 years of age/ 13 to 18/ & adults.

Entries are being displayed at the Heritage Center with the deadline being September 1st.

Winners will be announced September 4th and will be displayed at our annual "Fall Chili Dinner". Watch for the date of this much anticipated annual event.

For more information, please contact us through this site or write us at
AVHS
PO Box 459
Aguilar, CO 81020.

Limited copies of our 2010 "historical calendar" are still available. We brought back The Community Birthday Calendar . We apologize if you missed the opportunity to be included in this project. The calendar includes historical photos with a "Then and Now" theme. Don't miss out on this "collectors" item.

July 2010:

Our annual July "potluck" picnic will be held at the Newton-Dotson Centennial Farm one mile east of Aguilar on July 8th 4:00 Pm. We will have a brief meeting before eating. Please join us and invite a friend! Call 719-941-4678 for directions or more info.

Aguilar Fest Weekend: July 16, 17, 18

This fun weekend starts with a carnival on Friday, free barbeque, entertainment in the park, and a "Texas Hold Em" game that evening. There will be a full day of entertainment on Saturday starting with the annual "Fire Sale" at the local Fire Department at 7:30, parade at 9:00 AM & plans to bring back a Car Show, more food & goods vendors, entertainment in the Park, games for kids and much more. Various class reunions are planned with a tour of the school and a street dance on Main Street on Saturday night. For more info go to Face Book - keyword Aguilar Fest.

The Apishapa Valley Historical Society will sponsor guided tours (must have your own vehicle) on Saturday the 17th to the Ludlow National Memorial and a short drive to nearby canyons with mining history. Stop by the Heritage Center for times and more info.

The signs for the Historic Properties designated by the Town of Aguilar have been mounted on the Aguilar Gymnasium, the A.Lopresto Building, & the The A.I. Lindsey Building. Be sure to check them out. Stop by the Heritage Center for your "self guided tour" book for the location of more historical properties.

August 2010:

Don't miss a chance to visit the Heritage Center. Appointments can be made for groups or families by calling Pat at 719-941-4678.

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Contact us at AVHS, PO Box 459, Aguilar, CO 81020 or at our email address. We look forward to hearing from our valued supporters