If you’re looking for ways to help in the Waldo Canyon Fire relief efforts, several local benefits will give you the opportunity over the next week. Check them out below.Gospel Grass on the Divide10 a.m. – 2 p.m. SaturdayThe Church at Woodmoor hosts this free bluegrass festival. Donations will go to the Red Cross and El Pomar Foundation, to aid in fire relief. The Church at Woodmoor, 18125 Furrow Road, Monument, 488-3200, thechurchatwoodmoor.org

Help for Families Affected by the Waldo Canyon Fire9 a.m. – 4 p.m. SaturdayNew Life Church will be distributing bottled water, non-perishable food, snacks, pet food, blankets, diapers, baby food, toiletries, fresh produce and other necessities to affected families at the church’s activity center. The activity center is located at the northeast corner of the main church building. New Life Church, 11025 Voyager Parkway, 594-6602, newlifechurch.org”Out of the Blue” Arts Fest9 a.m. – 1 p.m. WednesdayKids can have fun and learn to express themselves emotionally through art. Activities will include sidewalk chalk, face painting, watercolors and more. Mission Arts Center, 324 N. Nevada Ave., 471-8522, missionartscenter.org, freeR&B and Hip Hop for Hope Fire Relief Fundraiser6:30 p.m. WednesdayLocal R&B and hip-hop artists donate their time for a perfomance at Stargazers Theatre. Ticket proceeds go to the Red Cross and Care and Share. Non-perishable food items will also be accepted. Stargazers Theatre and Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Dr., 476-2200, stargazerstheatre.com, tickets $10

Terrill Paul Photo by Courtesy of Stargazers Theatre and Event Center