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The Craig Lions Club is bringing the world's biggest big top to Craig to provide fun and entertainment for families.

The Carson & Barnes five-ring circus will be in Craig at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Aug. 18 at the Moffat County Fairgrounds.

Ticket sales began Monday with a telephone promotion offering business and professional groups blocks of tickets. These tickets may be used as a promotional tool, an employee bonus or a community donation. Donated tickets will be offered to local children and adults who might not otherwise be able to attend.

"We want the public to know that this telephone promotion is legitimate and one that the Craig Lions Club is sponsoring," said Christina Currie, circus chairwoman.

Proceeds from the ticket sales will be used for community projects sponsored by the Craig Lions Club. Those include vision screening for children, eyeglasses and eye exams for low-income children and adults, high school scholarships and more.

"The Craig Lions Club does so much for the community," Currie said. "The circus is a terrific fund-raising opportunity because people get to see an amazing show while supporting a local nonprofit group at the same time. It's a win-win situation for everyone."

The Carson & Barnes Circus has been on the road for 68 seasons. It is the largest show under a big top in the United States today.

Signup continues for bereavement camp

Signups for Camp Comfort, a bereavement camp for kids ages 6 to 12, continues through July 30.

Camp Comfort is a weekend camp offered Aug. 6-8 that addresses the special needs of grieving children ages 6 to 12. Camp Comfort offers children a supportive environment in which they can gain an understanding of grief and loss. Children learn ways to cope with their grief through workshops and activities, building skills that may help them now and throughout their lives. Grief workshops are balanced with recreational activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing, so that children feel free to have fun and just be kids.

Camp Comfort is near Georgetown on Interstate 70 just 32 miles west of Denver. Cost for the weekend, including all meals, snacks, overnight accommodations, recreation and workshops is $150. Scholarships may be available based on financial need. Call Camp Comfort at (303) 674-6400 or the Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association at 824-8233.

Energy Producers Association meeting set

Kennecott Energy is hosting the next meeting of the Northwest Colorado Energy Producers Association at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 5 at The Yacht Club, 811 Yampa Ave, in Steamboat Springs.

Cocktails begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m., the program at 8 p.m. and a drawing at 9 p.m.

The cost is $25 per person. Members, spouses and guests are always welcome. Highball mining will be the context of the night's program. For information, call Wendy Ashland at 970-276-5200.

Parks and Rec hosting tackle football league

The Doak Walker Tackle Football League, which begins in August, is hosted by the Craig Parks and Recreation Department for girls and boys in third through sixth grade.

Practices and games will be held three times a week. Equal participation, skill development and fun are stressed. Volunteer coaches are needed for this program and will be required to attend a mandatory coaches clinic at 6 p.m. on Aug. 10.

All participants are required to attend practice at Woodbury Field at 3:30 p.m. Aug. 4 and 5. The cost is $40 to attend and registration deadline is July 30. Call 826-2004.

'Make It Yourself With

Wool' 2004 Contest

The Colorado 2004 "Make It Yourself With Wool" contest will be held Dec. 4 in Burlington and is open to all Colorado residents. The contest is sponsored by the Colorado Wool Growers Association.

Contestants may compete in five divisions for ages 12 through adults. All those entering the contest must select, construct and model the garment. Garments must be made from loomed, knitted or felted fabric or yarn a minimum of 60 percent wool. The entry deadline is Nov. 1.

To receive a brochure, entry form and complete contest rules, mail a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Colorado Make it Yourself With Wool Contest, c/o Sheri Rider, 20761 Rd 48, Burlington, CO 80807. Call (719) 346-5251.

Grizzly miniature golf tournament scheduled

The Grizzly Open Miniature Golf Tournament will be held at the Little Bear Miniature Golf Course, 2615 E. U.S. Hwy 40 on July 26 and July 27. Participants may play either day, whichever time works best for them. Monday's tournament times begin at 1 p.m. for the 6- to 8-year-olds; 2 p.m. for the 9- to 13-year-olds; 3 p.m. for the 14- to 18-year-olds and 4 p.m. for 19 years old and older. Tuesday's tournament times are 5 p.m. for ages 6-8; 6 p.m. for ages 9-13; 7 p.m. for 14-18; and 8 p.m. for 19 and older. Trophies will be awarded to the first three places in each age group. Free ice cream for all players. Call 824-8587.

Relay for Life in Rangely to benefit cancer fight

The first Relay for Life will be held Aug. 27 and Aug. 28 in Rangely. Relay for Life is a community gathering where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer. Teams of people will camp out at CNCC Rangely campus and take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event.

When the sun goes down, hundreds of luminaria will light the way to remember those lost to cancer, those fighting cancer and those who have fought cancer and won.

If you are a cancer survivor, please join as an honorary guest in the Survivors Lap, which begins the Relay for Life. Call (970) 675-2300.

Summer theater

signup deadline extended

Children ages 5 to 14 are being sought to participate in the play "Jack and the Beanstalk." This weeklong camp will produce a full-scale play with children as cast members.

Bob Woolsey of Boulder will be the director. He is an acting teacher, acting coach and independent filmmaker with more than 30 years of acting experience.

The camp is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 26 through 30. The fee is $125.

Scholarships may be available. To register, call 826-2004.

Seniors program offers

trip to Rockies game

The 2004 Seniors Program is sponsoring a trip for area seniors 55 and older to Denver for the Colorado Rockies baseball game Aug. 5.

The cost is $32, which includes transportation and ticket. Call 826-2004

Literacy Festival

seeks volunteers

The Craig Branch of the Moffat County Libraries is hosting an annual Literacy Festival from 2 to 4 p.m. Aug. 5.

The library will be closed at noon to prepare for the festival and patrons will not be able to check out materials during the festival. However, many other services will be available.

Volunteers are being sought to help with the children's book sale and booth activities for children.

Book donations will be accepted at the Craig branch, 570 Green St. Call 824-5116.

Demolition derby

comes to fairgrounds

The Demolition Derby Racing Association will host a demolition derby at the Moffat County Fairgrounds Aug. 14. Early registration is recommended.