2026 Events and Fundraisers
September 2026
Mountain Stories Festival | September 25 + 26 | Evergreen
Originally launched in 2014 as the Rocky Mountain Literary Festival, Mountain Stories returns as a reimagined gathering — bringing readers, writers, and curious minds together through shared stories and meaningful connection! Events run September 25 and 26 in Evergreen, presented by JCLF and Center for the Arts Evergreen. Get tickets here!
October 2026
Shred-a-Thon | October 3 | Jefferson County Fairgrounds
It’s time to shred! Join us and our partners at Goodwill Industries for our Shred-a-Thon on October 3 at Jefferson County Fairgrounds from 9 am to noon to securely shred and recycle files and electronics (no TVs or large appliances)! Limit 3 boxes of shreddable items per car – suggested donation $10 per box.
Fall Whale of a Used Book Sale | October 22-25 | Jefferson County Fairgrounds
Great books at even better prices! Our Whale of a Used Book Sale is BACK October 22-25 at Jefferson County Fairgrounds! Mark your calendars to shop over 90,000 gently used books, records, collectibles, CDs, DVDs, puzzles AND MORE! Admissions $5 per adult per day (under 18 and SNAP recipients FREE). Get tickets HERE!