YMCA of the Rockies Library Event
August 20, 2026 7:00PM
Maude Jellison Library on the grounds of the YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park Center
Maude Jellison Library on the grounds of the YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park Center is located 4 miles west of Estes Park.
Upon entering the YMCA grounds from US Spur 66 take the second left(the first left is a service road). Turn right into the parking lot of Hyde Chapel(obvious building in your right with a belfry).
From the parking lot behind the chapel you can walk up a slope to the Maude Jellison Library.
Library phone number :970-586-3341extension 1133
Questions? Text Robert at: 970-481-4203
Live Recording of KUNC's In The NoCo with Erin O'Tool & Melissa Strong
August 25, 2026 doors open at 6PM | Event 6:30PM | Reception with Erin & Melissa After
Historic Park Theatre
In the NoCo LIVE in Estes Park: An Evening with Melissa Strong
Melissa Strong is a writer, entrepreneur and prominent figure in both Estes Park and Colorado's rock climbing community. But at one of the most exciting moments of her life, a random accident left her hands badly damaged and threatened everything she'd worked for. In her new memoir, Climbing Through: A Courageous Story of Grit, Healing, and Second Chances, Melissa tells the story of how she moved beyond the accident -- and how the toughness and courage she learned from rock climbing helped make it possible.
On Tuesday, Aug. 25, join In The NoCo host Erin O'Toole for a thoughtful, in-depth conversation with Melissa about facing challenges and the power of resilience. It's a live episode taping of KUNC's flagship interview show at the Historic Park Theatre, and you're invited.
Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 6:30. A reception in the lobby with Erin and Melissa will follow the interview.
Historic Park Theatre
$20 plus ticket fees
06:30 PM - 09:00 PM on Tue, 25 Aug 2026
Grit Lit Book Club next pick Climbing Through
Nest Featured Book
Online book club supporting The Carin Project
Grit Lit is a community subscription and event program that elevates the stories of women outside. Each quarter, you’ll receive a box with a book and treat (think coffee, chocolate, tea) from women adventurers and business leaders around the world.
One-year subscriptions (4 boxes) are offered on a sliding donation scale starting at $45/quarter ($15/month). Subscribers can pay quarterly or annually. Proceeds from Grit Lit support The Cairn Project’s grants program. These subscriptions auto-renew and can be canceled at any time.
Estes Women's Business Network
TBA
Bird's Nest, 1221 High Drive, Estes Park, CO 80517
Please join us from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12, at The Bird's Nest for the Estes Women's Business Network May Gathering for dinner and a presentation by Melissa Strong -- entrepreneur, owner of the Bird’s Nest, elite climber, author, and survivor. Come. Network. Bring a friend. $30 includes pizza, wine or soda, and a cupcake.
Purchase tickets here.
