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Our community calendar carries listings on a space-available basis for
Tri-Lakes events that are sponsored by local governmental entities and not-for-profit organizations.
We include events that are open to the general
public and are not religious or self-promotional in nature. If space is
available, complimentary calendar listings are included, when requested, for
events advertised in the current issue.
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Tuesday, or whatever), the time, location (with directions if it isn't a place
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Governmental Bodies
- Woodmoor Water & Sanitation District Board Meeting,
Mon., Jan. 6, 1 p.m., 1845 Woodmoor Dr., Monument. Meets 2nd Mon.
each month. Info: 488-2525,
www.woodmoorwater.com.
- Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Mon., Jan. 6, 6:30
p.m., Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Meets 1st and 3rd
Mon. each month at 6:30 p.m. Info: 884-8017,
www.townofmonument.org.
- El Paso Board of County Commissioners Meeting,
Tue., Jan. 7, 9 a.m. Centennial Hall, 200 South Cascade Ave., Suite
150, Colo. Springs. Meets every Tue. and Thu. Info: 520-6430,
www.agendasuite.org/iip/elpaso.
- El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting, Tue., Jan. 7,
9 a.m., 2880 International Circle (off Union Blvd & Printers Pkwy). Meets
1st & 3rd Tue. (if required) each month. Find agendas:
https://planningdevelopment.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-planning-commission/2019-meetings/.
Info: 520-6300.
- Palmer Lake Sanitation District Board Meeting,
Wed., Jan. 8, 9 a.m., 120 Middle Glenway. Meets 2nd Wed. each month.
Info: 481-2732. www.plsd.org.
- El Paso County Park Advisory Board Meeting, Wed., Jan. 8,
1:30 p.m., Centennial Hall, 200 S. Cascade. Info: 520-7529.
- Monument Planning Commission Meeting, Wed., Jan. 8, 6:30
p.m. Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Meets 2nd Wed.
each month. Live-streamed at
http://bit.ly/2uZxjfa. Info: 884-8017,
www.townofmonument.org.
- Monument Academy School Board Meeting, Thu.,
Jan. 9, 6 p.m., Lab 312, 1150 Village Ridge Point, Monument. Meets 2nd
Thu. each month. Info: 481-1950,
www.monumentacademy.net/school-board.
- Palmer Lake Town Council Meeting, Thu., Jan. 9, 6 p.m.,
Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Meets 2nd Thu. each month. Info:
481-2953, www.townofpalmerlake.com.
- Tri-Lakes Wastewater Facility Joint Use Committee
Meeting, Tue., Jan. 14, 10 a.m., 16510 Mitchell Ave. Meets 2nd
Tue. each month. Info: Bill Burks, 481-4053.
- D-38 Accountability Advisory Committee (DAAC) Meeting, Tue.,
Jan. 14, Campus Tour 6:30-7 p.m., meeting 7-8:30 p.m., Bear Creek
Elementary School Library, 1330 Creekside Dr., Monument. Meets 2nd Tue. each
month, location varies. Info: Cheri McLean, 719-785-4210,
cmclean@lewispalmer.org,
www.lewispalmer.org.
- Monument Sanitation District Board Meeting,
Wed., Jan. 15, 9 a.m., 130 2nd St. Meets 3rd Wed. each month. Info:
481-4886.
- Triview Metropolitan District Board Meeting, Wed., Jan. 15,
5:30 p.m., 16055 Old Forest Point, Suite 300, Monument. Meets 3rd Wed. each
month. Info: 488-6868,
www.triviewmetro.com.
- Academy Water and Sanitation District Board Meeting, Wed.,
Jan. 15, 6 p.m., Wescott Fire Station 1, 15415 Gleneagle Dr. Meets 3rd
Wed. each month. Info: 481-0711.
- Palmer Lake Planning Commission Meeting, Wed., Jan. 15, 6
p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Meets 3rd Wed. each month.
Info: 481-2953,
www.townofpalmerlake.com.
- Black Forest Fire/Rescue Protection District Board Meeting, Wed.,
Jan. 15, 7 p.m., Station 1, 11445 Teachout Road, Colorado Springs.
Meets 3rd Wed. each month. Info: 495-4300.
- Donala Water & Sanitation District Board Workshop,
Thu., Jan. 16, 1:30 p.m., 15850 Holbein Dr. Workshop is open to the
public. Meets 3rd Thu. each month. Info: 488-3603,
www.donalawater.org.
- El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting,
Tue., Jan. 21, 9 a.m., 2880 International Circle (off Union Blvd &
Printers Pkwy). Meets 1st & 3rd Tue. (if required) each month. Find agendas:
https://planningdevelopment.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-planning-commission/2019-meetings/.
Info: 520-6300.
- Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Board Meeting, Tue., Jan. 21,
6 p.m., Learning Center, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Normally meets 3rd
Mon. each month. Info: 719-867-8690,
knameika@lewispalmer.org,
www.lewispalmer.org.
- Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Tue., Jan. 21, 6:30
p.m., Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Normally meets
1st and 3rd Mon. each month. Info: 884-8017,
www.townofmonument.org.
- Wescott Fire Protection District Board Meeting, Tue., Jan. 21,
7 p.m., Station 1, 15415 Gleneagle Dr. Meets 3rd Tue. each month. Info:
488-8680.
- D-38 Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC),
Wed., Jan. 22, 6:30 p.m., Learning Center, 146 Jefferson St.,
Monument. Info: 433-5672,
MNay@lewispalmer.org.
- Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Board Meeting, Wed.,
Jan. 22, 6:30 p.m., TLMFPD Station 1, 18650 Hwy 105. Meets 4th Wed.
each month. Info: Jennifer Martin, 484-0911,
www.tlmfire.org.
- Palmer Lake Town Council Meeting, Thu., Jan.
23, 6 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Meets 2nd Thu.
each month. Info: 481-2953,
www.townofpalmerlake.com.
- Woodmoor Improvement Association Annual Meeting,
Mon., Jan. 27, sign in at 6:30 p.m., Woodmoor Barn, 1691 Woodmoor Dr.
Light appetizers will be served. Info: 488-2693,
www.woodmoor.org.
- Woodmoor Improvement Association Board Meeting,
Wed., Jan. 29, 7 p.m., Woodmoor Barn, 1691 Woodmoor Dr. Normally
meets 4th Wed. each month. Info: 488-2693,
www.woodmoor.org.
Local Library Events
For information on library events, see the library events
column and visit www.ppld.org. Please
note that all Pikes Peak Library facilities will be closed on Monday, Jan.
20 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
The Palmer Lake Library hours are Tue.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.,
and Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587,
www.ppld.org.
The Monument Branch Library hours are Mon.-Thu., 9 a.m.-9 p.m.,
Fri. & Sat, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun., 1-5 p.m. 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info:
488-2370, www.ppld.org.
Weekly and Monthly Events
- Monument Hill Kiwanis Club Breakfast Meeting, every Sat.,
7:30 a.m., D-38 Admin. Building, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Guests are
welcome at weekly meetings featuring speakers on a variety of topics and a
free continental breakfast. Memberships open to the public. Join the 150+
men & women of the Tri-Lakes area who work together to make a difference for
youth and our community. Info: RF Smith, (719) 210-4987,
www.MHKiwanis.org. See ad on page 3.
- Aliyah Congregation, every Sat., 10 a.m., Mountain
Community Mennonite Church, 643 Highway 105, Palmer Lake. Visitors are
welcome. Info: 330-2382,
www.aliyahcongregation.com. See ad on page 31.
- Neighborhood Net, every Sat., 10 a.m. Amateur radio
operators practice for emergencies on weekly repeater nets so neighbors can
help neighbors. Sign up at
www.mereowx.org/neighborhood-net or
contactus@mereowx.org.
- Bingo by the American Legion, every Sat., game sales start
at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., the Depot Restaurant, in Palmer Lake.
Proceeds go to scholarships and other community support activities. Info:
481-8668,
www.americanlegiontrilakespost911.com/bingo.htm.
- Artful Outdoors: Weekly art and nature hikes, most Sat.-Sun.,
1-3 p.m. and by appointment. Join Janet Sellers at local nature, cultural,
and gallery spots. Info: 719-357-7454,
www.StartMyArt.com.
- Fuel Church Sunday Service, every Sun., 9:30 a.m. New
hours, 9:15 a.m. & 11:15 a.m., kids service ages 4-11 @ 9:15 a.m. only,
14960 Woodcarver Rd. (just west of I-25 off Baptist Road).
Non-denominational, spirit led. Info:
info@fuel.org, www.fuelchurch.org.
See ad on page 10.
- Tri-Lakes United Methodist Church Worship Hours, every Sun.,
traditional services 8 & 11 a.m., contemporary service 9:30 a.m., Sunday
school, all ages, 9:30 a.m., 20256 Hunting Downs Way, Monument. Info:
488-1365, www.tlumc.org. See ad on page
3.
- Black Forest Community Church Sunday Worship, every Sun.,
10 a.m., 6845 Shoup Rd. All are welcome to the family friendly services.
Info:
www.blackforestcommunitychurch.org.
- Cathedral Rock Church Sunday Service, every Sun., 10 a.m.,
Tri-Lakes YMCA, 17250 Jackson Creek Pkwy, Monument. Info:
www.cathedralrockchurch.org.
See ad on page 11.
- Tai-Chi Class, every Mon., 10 a.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall,
28 Valley Crescent. Cost: $5. Drop-ins welcome. Info: 481-2953,
www.townofpalmerlake.com.
- Seniors Monday Movie Matinee, every Mon., 1-4 p.m., Silver
Alliance Senior Center located on Lewis-Palmer High School campus. Free
movies and snacks. See the schedule of films in Tri-Lakes Silver Alliance
Senior Beat.
- Artfully Speaking Toastmasters, every Mon., 5:45 p.m.,
4452 North Chestnut St., room 252, Colo. Springs. Info: Glenn, 719-260-6551;
www.artfullyspeaking.toastmastersclubs.org.
- Women’s A.A. Step Study, every Mon., 6:30 p.m., Family of
Christ Lutheran Church, 675 Baptist Rd. Park in west lot. Info: 360-4306.
- Monument Life Recovery Group, every Mon., 6:30-8 p.m., The
Ascent Church, 1750 Deer Creek Rd. This faith-based support group is for
those seeking freedom from all hurts, habits, and hang ups. Find support
seeking freedom from addictions and family members with practical tools for
change. Daycare provided for children under age 11. Info: 481-3600.
- Monument Hill Kiwanis Bingo, every Mon., 7:30 p.m.,
Carefree Bingo, 3440 N. Carefree Circle, Colo. Springs. All proceeds benefit
those in need in the Tri-Lakes Community. Info:
mark.zeiger@gmail.com.
- Blue Wave Taekwondo Club, every Mon. & Fri.; 4:30 p.m.,
Woodmoor Barn, 1691 Woodmoor Dr. New members welcome. Cost: $15 ea. to cover
rental, first class FREE! Info: Alex Ratcliff,
TaekwondoBlueWave@gmail.com,
817-962-8044.
- Senior Citizen Luncheons, every Mon.-Fri., 12-12:30 p.m.,
Mountain Community Mennonite Church, 643 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. See the menu
for the month in the Senior Beat newsletter. A $2.25 donation is requested.
Stay for bingo the 2nd Thu. each month. Reservations are requested, phone
884-2304.
- Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI), open Mon.-Sat.,
9 a.m.-4 p.m., 225 North Gate Blvd. (I-25 Exit 156 A). Free child admission
with a paid adult during April. Daily guided tours at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Cost: $10 adults, $9 military/AAA, $8 seniors & students, $6 children 3-12,
free to children under 3 & museum members. Info: 488-0880,
info@wmmi.org,
www.wmmi.org.
- Tri-Lakes Silver Alliance Thrift Store, open Mon.-Sat., 10
a.m.-4 p.m., 755 Hwy 105, Suite N, in the West End Center. Seniors 62+ get a
20% discount on Wednesdays. Military & Teacher Appreciation Day, 20% off
regular priced items on Saturdays. All proceeds support Tri-Lakes Senior
Programs. To donate furniture, call 488-3495 for a pickup. Info:
www.TriLakesSeniors.org.
- Tri-Lakes YMCA Senior Coffee, every Tue., 9:30-11:30 a.m.,
17250 Jackson Creek Pkwy, Monument. Members and non-members are welcome.
Socialize, have coffee and snacks in the front lobby. Free. Info: 630-2604,
hbrandon@ppymca.org,
www.ppymca.org.
- Al-anon Meeting: Monument Serenity, every Tue., 7:30-8:30
p.m., Ascent Church (formerly the Tri-Lakes Chapel), 1750 Deer Creek Rd.,
Monument. Info: Kay, 481-9258.
- Essentrics Fitness Program at Senior Center, every Tue. at
12:30 p.m. & Thu. at 8 a.m., Lewis-Palmer High School modular
building across from the YMCA, on Jackson Creek Pkwy. All fitness levels can
prevent injury and improve posture and flexibility. Registration & Info: Sue
Walker, 719-330-0241.
- Peak Reader Children’s Literacy Program, every Tue. & Thu.,
5:30-6:30 p.m., Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Free
one-to-one tutoring for children reading below grade level. To enroll your
child or volunteer as a tutor, visit
www.childrensliteracycenter.org or call 471-8672.
- Tri-Lakes Church of Christ Wednesday Night Fellowship Meal (Free)
& Classes, every Wed., 6-7:30 p.m., 20450 Beacon Lite Road, Monument
(Corner of Beacon Lite & County Line Roads). Info: 488-9613,
gregsmith@trilakeschurch.org,
www.trilakeschurch.org.
- Al-anon Meeting: Letting Go, every Thu., 9-10:10 a.m.,
Tri-Lakes Chapel, room 209, 1750 Deer Creek Rd., Monument. Info: Kay,
481-9258.
- A.A. Big Book Study, every Thu., 7 p.m., Family of Christ
Lutheran Church, 675 W. Baptist Rd. Info: 481-0431.
- Overeaters Anonymous Big Book Study, every Thu., 7-8 p.m.,
Natural Grocers, 1216 W. Baptist Rd., Monument. Info: Beth, 773-682-1223; or
Nancy, 640-3343.
- Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), every Fri., 8 a.m.,
Monument Chamber of Commerce, 166 2nd St., Monument. Info: Terry, 684-4912,
or visit www.TOPS.org.
- Yin Yoga Classes, Mon., Jan. 6, 6:30-7:45 p.m., Yoga
Pathways Studio, 755 Hwy 105, West End Center, Suite A (3⁄4 mile west of
Safeway). A slow yoga practice; all levels welcome. First class always free.
Info: Deb Harano,719-338-8467;
DimensionsYoga@gmail.com.
- Black Forest AARP Potluck Lunch & Meeting, Wed., Jan. 8,
noon, 12455 Black Forest Rd. Program: Installation of 200 chapter officers
and an update on the 2020 tax law changes. All ages welcome. Meets 2nd Wed.
each month. RSVP & Info: Stan, 596-6787,
www.aarpchapter1100blackforest.weebly.com.
- Foot Care Clinic, Wed., Jan. 8, Silver Alliance Senior
Center located across the street from the Tri-Lakes YMCA, on the
Lewis-Palmer High School campus. A registered nurse examines your feet and
provides foot care advice, toenail trimming. Cost: $30 for a 30-min. visit.
Meets 2nd Wed. and last Fri. each month, by appointment only. Info &
appointments: call the Visiting Nurse Association, 577-4448.
- Senior Bingo, Thu., Jan. 9, Mountain Community Mennonite
Church, 643 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake, after the senior lunch. Come for lunch at
noon, then stay and play. Free! Prizes! Meets 2nd Thu. each month. Info:
Maggie Nealon, 488-3037.
- Bridge, Thu., Jan. 9, 1-4 p.m., Silver Alliance Senior
Center, 1300 Higby Road, Monument. Meets 2nd Thu. each month, Sept.-June.
Info:
www.trilakesseniors.org/programs/events.html.
- Ben Lomond Gun Club, Tri-Lakes Chapter, Thu., Jan. 9, 7
p.m., Tri-Lakes Fire Station 1, 18650 Hwy 105 west of Monument near the
bowling alley. Meets 2nd Thu. each month. Info: 481-3364.
- Silver Center Book Club, Fri., Jan. 10, 11 a.m.-noon,
Senior Center located across the street from the Tri-Lakes YMCA, on
Lewis-Palmer High School campus. The January book is "The Nightingale" by
Kristen Hannah. All are welcome. Meets 2nd Fri. each month. Coffee & snacks
served. RSVP & Info: Sue, 330-0241.
- La Leche League Meeting, Fri., Jan. 10, noon-1 p.m.,
Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Mothers, babies, and
mothers-to-be are all invited. Meets 2nd Fri. each month. Info: Kelley,
440-2477, kdghorashi@gmail.com.
- NEPCO Meeting, Sat., Jan. 11, 10 a.m.-noon, New Monument
Town Hall & Police Building, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. All are welcome
to this meeting of local homeowners associations. Info: 481-2723 or visit
www.nepco.org.
- El Paso County Hazardous Materials & Recycling Collection Facility,
Sat., Jan. 11, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 3255 Akers Dr., Colorado Springs. Open
the 2nd Sat. each month as well as Mon.-Thu., 7 a.m.-5 p.m., accepts
porcelain fixtures, common recyclable items, household hazardous waste,
various electronics, and TVs up to 19-inch diagonal. Bring a nonperishable
food item for Care and Share. Info: 520-7878,
http://adm.elpasoco.com/Environmental_Services/Solid_Waste_Management.
- Palmer Lake Art Group, Sat., Jan. 11, 9 a.m., Mountain
Community Mennonite Church, 643 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. A variety of art
programs are offered after the social gathering and business meeting. Guests
welcome. Meets 2nd Sat. each month. Info: 487-1329,
www.palmerlakeartgroup.com.
- Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group, Sat., Jan. 11,
9:45-11:30 a.m., The First National Bank of Monument, 581 Hwy 105. Meets 2nd
Sat. each month. Info: Gail, 481-3711.
- Faithful Friends, Sat., Jan. 11, 3-4:30 p.m., Wesley Owens
Coffee & Cafe, 1744 Lake Woodmoor Dr., Monument. This month’s topic: "What
bridges are you glad you’ve burned? Which need to be burned in 2020?" Meets
2nd Sat. each month. RSVP & Info: Ellen, 303-526-5000.
- Chess Nuts, Tue., Jan. 14, 5-9 p.m., Silver Alliance
Senior Center. Any age, any skill. Learners welcome. Drop in and leave when
you want. Bring your own board and pieces if you have them. Meets 2nd & 4th
Tue. each month. Info:
www.TriLakesSeniors.org/chess.
- Tri-Lakes Chamber Monthly Education Series: Basics of Bookkeeping,
Wed., Jan. 15, 9 a.m.-noon, 166 Second St., Monument. Free. Register
online,
www.trilakeschamber.com/events-calendar.htm. Info: 481-3282.
- Gleneagle Sertoma Luncheon Meeting, Wed., Jan. 15, 11:30
a.m., Liberty Heights, 12105 Ambassador Dr., Colo. Springs. Interesting
speakers and programs; all are welcome. Meets 1st & 3rd Wed. each month.
Info: Garrett Barton, 433-5396; Duane Gritzmaker, 481-2424;
www.gleneaglesertoma.org.
- Senior Bingo, Wed., Jan. 15, 1-2 p.m., Silver Alliance
Senior Center, Lewis-Palmer High School campus. Meets 3rd Wed. each month.
Info: Sue Walker, 464-6873.
- Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7829, Wed., Jan. 15, 7 p.m.,
The Country Club at Woodmoor, 18945 Pebble Beach Way, Monument. New members
welcome. Meets 3rd Wed. each month. Info: Post Commander Joe Carlson,
405-326-2588, jcarlson@vfw7829.org,
www.vfw7829.org.
- VFW Auxiliary to Post 7829, Wed., Jan. 15, 7 p.m., The
Country Club at Woodmoor, 18945 Pebble Beach Way, Monument. New members
welcome. If you are a male or female relative of a veteran who served on
foreign soil during war or other military action, you may be eligible. Meets
3rd Wed. each month. Info: Kathy Carlson, 488-1902,
carlsonmkc@aol.com.
- Senior Tea, Thu., Jan. 16, 12-1:30 p.m., Silver Alliance
Senior Center at Lewis-Palmer High School (across from the YMCA). Come early
to socialize. Volunteers needed. Meets 3rd Thu. each month. Reservations
required: contact Sue, 464-6873,
sue@monumentalfitness.com.
- Palmer Lake Historical Society Annual Potluck and Membership Meeting,
Thu., Jan. 16, 7 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. The
PLHS furnishes the ham, rolls, coffee and tea. Please bring a salad, side
dish, or dessert to share and enjoy local entertainment. All are welcome.
Meets 3rd Thu. each month. Info: 559-0837,
www.palmerdividehistory.org.
- Gleneagle Women’s Club, Fri., Jan. 17. Come for lunch,
book discussions, bridge, and more. Location for lunch varies. Meets every
third Fri., Sept.-June. Info: Syble Krafft, 488-2669.
- Foot Care Clinic, Fri., Jan. 17, Silver Alliance Senior
Center located across the street from the Tri-Lakes YMCA, on the
Lewis-Palmer High School campus. A registered nurse examines feet and
provides foot care advice, toenail trimming. Cost: $35 for a 30-min. visit.
Meets 2nd Wed., 3rd and last Fri. each month, by appointment only. Info &
appointments: call the Visiting Nurse Association, 577-4448.
- The Breakfast Club, Sat., Jan. 18, 8:30 a.m., The Ridge at
Castle Pines North (Ridge Grill and Bar), 1414 Castle Pines Pkwy. Single
people 50+ meet new friends and have fun. Meets 3rd Sat. each month. Info:
303-815-8428, www.TBC50plus.org.
- Monument Hill Farmers Market Winter Indoor Market, Sat., Jan.
18, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Grace Best, 66 Jefferson St., Monument. Shop all your
old favorites. Meets every 3rd Sat. through April. Info: 592-9420. See ad on
page 5.
- Pikes Peak Music Teachers Association Meeting, Sat., Jan. 18,
9:30 a.m., Graner Music, 4460 Barnes Rd., Colo. Springs. Chee-Hwa Tan, NCTM
presents "What’s New in Piano Pedagogy." Music teachers and students meet
for coffee, fruit, pastries, a meeting, and presentation. Non-members
welcome. Normally meets 2nd Tue. each month. Info: 307-760-6426,
deemoody636@gmail.com,
www.ppmta.org.
- Tri-Lakes Parkinson’s Disease Support Group, Sat., Jan. 18,
10 a.m.-noon, Monument Community Presbyterian Church, 238 Third St,
Monument. Come for socializing, discussions on Parkinson’s-related issues
including available support, and occasional speakers. Meets 3rd Sat. each
month. Info: Syble Krafft, 488-2669.
- Covered Treasures Bookstore Booksignings, Sat., Jan. 18,
11 a.m.-1 p.m., 105 Second St., Monument. Sandra Dallas signs her two new
books, Westering Women and Someplace to Call Home.
Refreshments will be served. Info: 481-2665,
www.coveredtreasures.com.
- Monument Essential Tremor Support Group, Sat., Jan. 18,
1-3 p.m. Movement disorder support group. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake
Woodmoor Dr. Now meets quarterly. Info: Margaret,
lumargaret@aol.com; Jim,
jimdjs22@gmail.com.
- Amateur Radio WØTLM (Tri-Lakes Monument Radio Association), Mon.,
Jan. 20. All amateur radio operators or those interested in becoming
amateur radio operators are welcome. Meets 3rd Mon. Check the website for
details. Info: Joyce Witte, 661-9824,
Joycewitte@gmail.com; www.W0TLM.com.
- Outpouring: TLUMC Supporting our Community, Tue., Jan. 21,
7 p.m., Pikes Peak Brewing Company, 1756 Lake Woodmoor Dr., Monument.
Everyone is welcome. Meets 3rd Tue. each month. Info:
LWeber1971@aol.com; for current
speaker info go to
http://tlumc.org/outreach/outpouring.
- Senior Social, Wed., Jan. 22, 1-4 p.m., 12455 Black Forest
Rd. Meets 4th Wed. each month except Nov. & Dec. Info:
www.aarpchapter1100blackforest.weebly.com.
- Friends of Fox Run Park, Thu., Jan. 23, 5-6 p.m.,
Southwinds Fine Art Gallery upstairs, 16575 Rollercoaster Rd. (corner of
Baptist and Rollercoaster Roads). Join the growing group to learn about
volunteering and supporting the park for safety, trails, trees, education,
more. Guest speaker each month. Meets 4th Thu. each month. Info:
719-492-0355, janetsellers@ocn.me.
- Chess Nuts, Tue., Jan. 28, 5-9 p.m., Silver Alliance Senior
Center, across the street from the YMCA. Any age, any skill. Learners
welcome. Drop in and leave when you want. Bring your own board and pieces if
you have them. Meets 2nd & 4th Tue. each month. Info:
www.TriLakesSeniors.org/chess.
- Foot Care Clinic, Fri., Jan. 31, Silver Alliance Senior
Center located across the street from the Tri-Lakes YMCA, on the
Lewis-Palmer High School campus. A registered nurse examines feet and
provides foot care advice, toenail trimming. Cost: $35 for a 30-min. visit.
Meets 2nd Wed., 3rd and last Fri. each month, by appointment only. Info &
appointments: call the Visiting Nurse Association, 577-4448.
- Lupus Support Group. If you suffer with an autoimmune disease and
want to connect with others, you are welcome to join this group. Info:
dmbandle@hotmail.com.
- Myasthenia Gravis Association of Colorado Support Group. Location
varies. Info: Carolyn, 488-3620,
www.4-mga.org, 303-360-7080,
4mga@4-mga.org.
Special Events
- Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI) Family Day: Geology,
Sat., Jan. 4, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 225 North Gate Blvd. (I-25 Exit 156 A).
Learn about Colorado’s minerals and mining, try your luck at "Keep What You
Find" gold panning. Cost: $10 adults, $9 military/AAA, $8 seniors &
students, $6 children 3-12, free to children under 3 & museum members. Info:
488-0880, info@wmmi.org,
www.wmmi.org. See ad on page 5.
- County’s Annual TreeCycle, Sat.-Sun., Jan. 4-5, 9
a.m.-4:30 p.m., Baptist Road trailhead, Baptist Road & Old Denver Hwy.
Recycle your Christmas tree. Trees are ground into mulch that is given away
free. Remove all decorations from your tree before dropping it off. Bring
your own tools and containers for mulch. Cost: $5, benefits community youth
sports programs. Info: 520-7878,
www.TreeCycleCOS.org.
- Sew Inspiring: A Juried Fiber Art Exhibition Opening Reception,
Wed., Jan. 8, 6-8 p.m., Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts (TLCA), 304 Hwy
105, Palmer Lake. This exhibition highlights the art, skill, and heritage of
traditional and contemporary quilts and fiber arts. Runs Jan. 7-24. Info:
719-481-0475, www.trilakesarts.org.
- CASA Volunteer Informational Hour, Fri., Jan. 10, 11
a.m.-12:30 p.m., 418 South Weber St., Color. Springs. Find out how you can
be the voice for a child who is involved in the court system due to abuse,
neglect, or domestic violence. Light lunch included. RSVP & Info:
719-447-9898, urikos@casappr.org,
www.casappr.org.
- Black Rose Acoustic Society: Blue Canyon Boys, Fri.,
Jan. 10, 7 p.m., doors open at 6:15. Black Forest Community Center,
12530 Black Forest Rd. at Shoup Road. Cost: $10 general, $5 BRAS members, $5
non-member students with ID. Info: Joe Maio, 528-6119,
jrmtn@comcast.net,
www.blackroseacoustic.org.
- Speakeasy Casino Night Benefit for Bryson’s Chase, Sat., Jan.
11, 6-10 p.m., Country Club at Woodmoor,18945 Pebble Beach Way,
Monument. Dress for the Roaring 20s. Dinner, starting chips, dancing,
prizes, silent auction, cash bar, and more. Cost: $100. Proceeds benefit
Children’s Hospital Colorado Pediatric Mental Health Institute. Info:
Lindsey Kangas, 904-742-1273; Tickets:
www.brysonschase.org/events.
- Sisters of Benet Hill Monastery Chamber Concert: Parish House
Baroque, Sun., Jan. 12, 2:30-4 p.m., 3190 Benet Lane, Colo.
Springs. Cost: $25. Buy tickets online:
www.benethillmonastery.org.
Info: 633-0655, ext. 132.
- Lewis-Palmer High School Tour, Fri., Jan. 17, 8 a.m., 1300
Higby Rd., Monument. Repeats Feb 7. RSVP & Info: Ms. Verrie, 719-488-6186;
www.lewispalmer.org/Page/9.
See ad on page 9.
- Sisters of Benet Hill Monastery with Rocky Mountain Women’s Film
Institute Film Series, Breakfast at Ina’s and Pickle,
Fri., Jan. 17, 6:30 p.m., 3190 Benet Lane, Colo. Springs. Free,
online registration is requested:
www.benethillmonastery.org.
Info: 633-0655, ext. 132.
- Bryan Duncan Concert at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, Fri.,
Jan. 17, 7 p.m., doors open 6:15 p.m., 304 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Tickets
& Info: 481-0475, www.trilakesarts.org.
- Monument Hill Farmers Market Winter Indoor Market, Sat., Jan.
18, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Grace Best, 66 Jefferson St., Monument. Shop all your
old favorites. Meets every 3rd Sat. through April. Info: 592-9420. See ad on
page 5.
- Palmer Ridge High School Open House, Tue., Jan. 21, 6-7:30
p.m., 19255 Monument Hill Rd, Monument. Talk to representatives from the
academic departments, view available athletic and club activities. Info:
www.lewispalmer.org/enroll.
See ad on page 9.
- Palmer Ridge High School Tour, Fri., Jan. 24, 1 p.m.,
19255 Monument Hill Rd, Monument. Repeats Feb. 6. RSVP & Info: Mrs.
Nam, 719-867-8600,
www.lewispalmer.org/enroll. See ad on page 9.
- Black Rose Acoustic Society: Guardrail, Fri., Jan. 24,
7 p.m., doors open at 6:15. Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black
Forest Rd. at Shoup Road. Cost: $10 general, $5 BRAS members, $5 non-member
students with ID. Info: Joe Maio, 528-6119,
jrmtn@comcast.net,
www.blackroseacoustic.org.
- Wendy Woo w/Robin Hoch Concert at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts,
Fri., Jan. 24, 7 p.m., doors open 6:15 p.m., 304 Hwy 105, Palmer
Lake. Tickets & Info: 481-0475,
www.trilakesarts.org.
- Covered Treasures Bookstore Booksigning, Sat., Jan. 25,
1-3 p.m., 105 Second St., Monument. Kelli and Peter Bronski sign No
Gluten, No Problem Pizza, a cookbook. They will bake pizzas for your
enjoyment. Info: 481-2665,
www.coveredtreasures.com.
- St. Peter School Open House, Sun., Jan. 26, 12:30-2:30
p.m., 124 First St., Monument. Find out about education for Preschool
through 8th grade. Info: 481-1855;
www.petertherock.org. See ad on page 2.
- Sisters of Benet Hill Monastery Human Trafficking Series: A
Survivor’s Story—from Captivity to Catalyst, Mon., Jan. 27,
6:30-8:15 p.m., PPLD 21C, Venue Room, 1175 Chapel Hills Dr., Colo. Springs.
This 4-session series addresses the cultural and systemic brokenness that
feeds and fuels human trafficking locally, nationally, and globally. Free.
RSVP & Info: 633-0655, ext. 132;
sroseann@benethillmonastery.org;
www.benethillmonastery.org.
See ad on page 10.
- Lewis-Palmer High School 8th Grade Open House, Wed., Jan. 29,
1300 Higby Rd., Monument. Talk to representatives from the academic
departments, view available athletic and club activities. Sign up at
www.lewispalmer.org/Page/9.
See ad on page 9.
- Palmer Lake Art Group Winter Art Show & Sale Opening Reception,
Fri., Jan. 31, 6-8 p.m., Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, 304 Hwy 105,
Palmer Lake. Come celebrate the opening of the show and meet the local
artists. The show runs Jan. 29-Feb. 22, Tue.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Proceeds
benefit art scholarships for School District 38 high school seniors. Info:
www.palmerlakeartgroup.com
or email
plaginfo@palmerlakeartgroup.com. See ad on page 31.
- Sisters of Benet Hill Monastery Human Traffickng Series:
Connecting the Dots: Cultural and Systemic Ills that Fuel Human Trafficking,
Mon., Feb. 3, 6:30-8:15 p.m., PPLD 21C, Venue Room, 1175 Chapel Hills
Dr., Colo. Springs. This 4-session series addresses the cultural and
systemic brokenness that feeds and fuels human trafficking locally,
nationally, and globally. Free. RSVP & Info: 633-0655, ext. 132;
sroseann@benethillmonastery.org;
www.benethillmonastery.org.
See ad on page 10.
- State of the Tri-Lakes Region Lunch, Fri., Feb. 7, 11
a.m.-1 p.m., Great Wolf Lodge, 9494 Federal Dr., Color. Springs. Review the
past year, look forward to the new year: views of what is going on in our
area and predictions for the future. Info: 719 481-3282. Register on line:
www.trilakeschamber.com/state-of-the-tri-lakes-region.html.
- Dion Pride: A Tribute to Charley Pride Concert at Tri-Lakes Center
for the Arts, Fri., Feb. 7, 7 p.m., doors open 6:15 p.m., 304 Hwy
105, Palmer Lake. Tickets & Info: 481-0475,
www.trilakesarts.org.
- Community Emergency Response Training (CERT), Tue.-Sat., Feb.
18-22, 6-10 p.m. Tue.-Thu.., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat.; Tri-Lakes United
Methodist Church, 20256 Hunting Downs Way, Monument. Learn how to be
resilient and "what to do when 911 can’t get there" in a disaster or
emergency in this free course given by the El Paso County Office of
Emergency Management. See www.EPCCERT.org.
Register at
http://ppcertfeb20.eventzilla.net. Info: Robin, 575-8858.
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