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Recreation Center Expansion Project Begins Construction
The Silverthorne Recreation Center expansion project has officially begun construction. Recreation Center patrons will notice equipment set up taking place in the expansion area, which is located in the rear of the facility.
Construction Impacts
A temporary construction wall will be built inside the facility during the week of April 28. The construction wall will impact the indoor track, which will be closed to regular track use during this construction phase. Part of the track will be available for access to cardio and circuit equipment, and for patrons to use while stretching, etc. The large heavy bag located off the track and by the circuit equipment will also be unavailable. All other areas of the Recreation Center, including the aquatics area, will not be impacted by construction at this time.
Parking
Community members visiting Rainbow Park will need to access the park via Rainbow Drive, the front parking lot of the Silverthorne Recreation Center, or the Rainbow Park parking lot off Rainbow Drive. Parking behind the Recreation Center for direct access to the Rainbow Park tot lot and volleyball courts will be closed during construction.
Expansion Highlights & Funding
The expansion is anticipated to add more than 24,000 square feet of functional space, including licensed school-aged care, a multi-activity court (MAC) gymnasium, expanded weight room space, a viewing/lounge overlooking the MAC gymnasium, two new multi-use rooms, and storage/administrative space.
The Recreation Center Expansion Project is funded by the Town of Silverthorne's 8% lodging tax.
Project Updates
The expansion project at the Silverthorne Recreation Center will take place from Spring 2025 to Fall 2026. Construction impacts on the facility will vary throughout the project's different phases. Visit the project webpage for updates and the latest expansion project information.
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Ruby Ranch Traffic Light
The Town of Silverthorne is excited to announce the start of construction for the new Ruby Ranch traffic light. The new light will be located at the intersection of Ruby Ranch Rd. and Blue River Parkway, providing improved safety and access to the neighborhoods of Smith Ranch, Ruby Ranch and Blue River Run, and area businesses. The new light will also provide safe pedestrian crossings for nearby neighborhoods to access the Blue River Trail.
Construction of the new traffic signal began earlier this month with the concrete bases for the signal poles. Roadwork will begin in mid-May and will last until mid-July. The steel traffic poles are anticipated to arrive late summer, and once installed, the Town will work with the Colorado Department of Transportation to activate the new traffic light. The new Ruby Ranch traffic light is expected to be functioning by fall 2025.
Temporary one-lane closures and detours will occur at various times throughout construction. All lane closures and detours will be flagged and signed to notify travelers.
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Born and raised in Summit County, sisters Ariel and Alison Johnston have brought a new business to Silverthorne. Moving into the Outlets at Silverthorne last fall and celebrating the official grand opening in January, their new store offers Colorado-themed souvenirs, gifts, and artisan items that are authentic and handmade in Colorado.
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Abraxis Art Glass recently installed a permanent exhibit in the windows of the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center along Blue River Parkway. Custom artwork was created in two separate sections, with a design reflecting the surrounding natural elements and colors of the environment.
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Upcoming Events
Friday, April 25 at the Silverthorne Pavilion
The Silverthorne Pavilion invites you to Noche de Baile Latina for an evening of bachata and merengue lessons from 7 to 8:30 p.m., followed by open dancing until 10:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and drinks will be available for purchase at the bar. This free event is open to all, regardless of dance experience.
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Friday, May 2 on the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center Lawn
One of Silverthorne’s most popular First Friday events, the Locals’ Appreciation Party Sponsored by Locals Liquors, will be held on the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center lawn from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, May 2. The event will feature free beer, wine and liquor tasting and live music. Donations for local-non profits are strongly encouraged during this event. In years past, the Locals’ Appreciation Party has raised more than $46,000 for non-profit organizations.
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Friday, May 16 at the Silverthorne Pavilion
Enjoy an evening of guided lessons from 7 to 8 p.m., followed by open dancing and live music from the Country Music Project until 10:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and drinks will be available for purchase at the bar. Admission is $15 per person.
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Saturday, May 31 at Rainbow Park
Join the Town of Silverthorne for a countywide Cleanup Day on Saturday, May 31 from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants will start at Rainbow Park in Silverthorne to pick up cleaning supplies, be assigned an area for clean up, and grab breakfast snacks. After cleaning up, head back to Rainbow Park for lunch at noon.
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Silverthorne News
The Silverthorne Police Advisory Committee is seeking new members! Volunteers on the Police Advisory Committee serve three-year terms and meet on the last Thursday of every other month from 8 to 9 a.m. at Silverthorne Town Hall.
Letters of Interest are due to Chief Alice Cary via email by Friday, May 16.
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Section of Blue River Trail Closed for Lighting Project
A section of the Blue River Trail is closed from the Silverthorne Pavilion bridge to 6th Street to install new path lighting. A detour takes trail users from the Silverthorne Pavilion bridge to Rainbow Drive, north to Center Circle, and out to 6th Street. Trail users can reenter the Blue River Trail at Silverthorne Town Hall. The detour is in place now through late spring. Thank you for your patience while this work is completed.
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The Silverthorne Art Board seeks a collection of adventure and recreation-themed photographs to be showcased inside the Recreation Center from June 2025 through December 2025. The selection committee is looking for local photographers with either outdoor or indoor photography that highlights the recreational opportunities in our community. Photographers can be either professional or amateur. Artist entries are due Friday, May 9.
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The Summit County Sheriff's Office is upgrading the countywide emergency notification system to better serve the community. As part of this transition, all existing SC Alert subscribers must create a new account by May 1, 2025, even if you already have one. To create a new account, visit scalert.org. Current accounts will NOT be transferred to the new alert system.
Friends of the Dillon Ranger District has installed a new raptor cam in Silverthorne! Follow along with Silverthorne's resident ospreys this spring and summer as they make their nest along the Blue River. Watch the live feed here.
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Silverthorne to Begin Installing New Bear Proof Trash Cans
The Town of Silverthorne received a grant from Colorado Parks and Wildlife to install new bear-proof trash cans in Town parks and along Town trails. This grant allows the Town to provide a safer way for community members to dispose of trash in public spaces, while protecting our wild neighbors.
As bears begin to emerge from winter hibernation, residents need to remember to be bear aware and to always securely store garbage to prevent bears from scavenging. Never leave trash or recyclables out overnight. Bird feeders are also appealing to bears because they are convenient calorie sources, so be sure to remove all bird feeders from April to November when bears are most active. Leaving attractants, like trash cans and bird feeders out where they are accessible to bears violates state law.
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