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Governmental Bodies
- Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Mon., Nov. 4,
Canceled, Town Hall Board Room, 645
Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Normally 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.,
Nov. 5,
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: Forest Lakes, Phase
II, Tue., Nov. 5, 9 a.m., 2880 International Circle (off
Union Blvd & Printers Pkwy). Meets 1st & 3rd Tue. (if required) each month.
The commission will revisit Forest Lakes Phase II at this meeting. Find
agendas:
https://planningdevelopment.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-planning-commission/2019-meetings/.
Info: 520-6300.
- Woodmoor Water & Sanitation District Board Meeting, Mon.,
Nov. 11, 1 p.m., 1845 Woodmoor Dr., Monument. Meets 2nd Mon. each month.
Info: 488-2525, www.woodmoorwater.com.
- Tri-Lakes Wastewater Facility Joint Use Committee Meeting, Tue.,
Nov. 12, 10 a.m., 16510 Mitchell Ave. Meets 2nd Tue. each month.
Info: Bill Burks, 481-4053.
- D-38 Accountability Advisory Committee (DAAC) Meeting, Tue., Nov. 12, Campus Tour 6:30-7 p.m., meeting 7-8:30 p.m., Lewis-Palmer High
School Distance Learning Lab, 1300 Higby Rd., Monument. Meets 2nd Tue. each
month, location varies. Info: Cheri McLean, 719-785-4210,
cmclean@lewispalmer.org,
www.lewispalmer.org.
- Palmer Lake Sanitation District Board Meeting, Wed.,
Nov. 13,
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., Nov. 13,
1:30 p.m., Centennial Hall, 200 S. Cascade. Info: 520-7529.
- Monument Planning Commission Meeting, Wed., Nov. 13, 6:30
p.m. Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Meets 2nd Wed.
each month. Livestreamed at http://bit.ly/2uZxjfa. Info: 884-8017,
www.townofmonument.org.
- Monument Academy School Board Meeting, Thu.,
Nov. 14, 6
p.m., school library, 1150 Village Ridge Point, Monument. Meets 2nd Thu.
each month. Info: 481-1950,
www.monumentacademy.net/school-board.
- Palmer Lake Town Council Meeting, Thu., Nov. 14, 6 p.m.,
Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Meets 2nd Thu. each month. Info:
481-2953, www.townofpalmerlake.com.
- Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Board Meeting, Mon.,
Nov. 18,
6 p.m., Learning Center, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Meets 3rd Mon. each
month. Info: 488-4700, www.lewispalmer.org.
- Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Mon., Nov. 18, 6:30
p.m., Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Meets 1st and 3rd
Mon. each month. Info: 884-8017, www.townofmonument.org.
- El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting, Tue.,
Nov. 19,
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.
- Wescott Fire Protection District Board Meeting, Tue., Nov. 19,
7 p.m., Station 1, 15415 Gleneagle Dr. Meets 3rd Tue. each month. Info:
488-8680.
- Monument Sanitation District Board Meeting, Wed.,
Nov. 20,
9 a.m., 130 2nd St. Meets 3rd Wed. each month. Info: 481-4886.
- Triview Metropolitan District Board Meeting, Wed., Nov. 20,
5:30 p.m., 16055 Old Forest Point, Suite 300, Monument. Now meets 3rd Wed.
each month. Info: 488-6868, https://triviewmetro.com.
- Academy Water and Sanitation District Board Meeting, Wed., Nov. 20, 6 p.m., Wescott Fire Station 1, 15415 Gleneagle Dr. Meets 3rd
Wed. each month. Info: 481-0711.
- Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Board Meeting, Wed.,
Nov. 20, 6:30 p.m., TLMFPD Station 1, 18650 Hwy 105. Normally meets
4th Wed. each month. Info: Jennifer Martin, 484-0911,
www.tlmfire.org.
- Black Forest Fire/Rescue Protection District Board Meeting,
Wed., Nov. 20, 7 p.m., Station 1, 11445 Teachout Road, Colorado
Springs. Meets 3rd Wed. each month. Info: 495-4300.
- Woodmoor Improvement Association Board Meeting, Wed., Nov. 20,
7 p.m., Woodmoor Barn, 1691 Woodmoor Dr. Normally meets 4th Wed. each month.
Info: 488-2693, www.woodmoor.org.
- Donala Water & Sanitation District Board Workshop, Thu.,
Nov.
21, 9 a.m., 15850 Holbein Dr. Workshop is open to the public. Meets 3rd
Thu. each month. Info: 488-3603, www.donalawater.org.
- Forest View Acres Water District Board Meeting, Wed.,
Nov. 27,
6 p.m., Monument Sanitation District board room, 130 Second St. Meets 4th
Wed. each month. Info: 488-2110, www.fvawd.com.
- Wescott Fire Protection District Public Budget Hearing, Tue.,
Dec. 3, 7 p.m., Station 1, 15415 Gleneagle Dr. Normally meets 3rd Tue.
each month. Info: 488-8680.
Local Library Events
For information on library events, see the library events column and visit www.ppld.org.
Monument and Palmer Lake Libraries will open at noon on Friday, Nov. 8. All
Pikes Peak Library facilities will close at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27 and
remain closed all day on Thursday, Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving.
- 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 11.
- 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.
- The Wine Seller Free Wine Tastings, every Sat., 1-4 p.m.,
2805 Roberts Dr., Monument. Info: 488-3019,
www.thewineseller.net. See ad on
page 3.
- 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 begin Nov. 10: 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 11.
- 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.
- Gallery 132, open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 251 Front
St., Suite 8, Monument. Shop Colorado-made gifts. Check the website for
low-cost two-hour classes in painting, jewelry making, glass, and fiber
arts. Info: 375-8187, info@gallery132.com,
www.gallery132.com. See ad on
page 5.
- 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.
- Yin Yoga Classes, every Mon., 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, 338-8467; DimensionsYoga@gmail.com.
- 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.
- Adult Literacy Class, every Mon. & Wed., 6-7:30 p.m.,
D-38 Admin. Building, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Open to the public. Info:
488-4700.
- 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.
- 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.
- Live Music at the Speedtrap, every Thu. open mic 7-9:30
p.m., musicians every Fri. & Sat., 8-11 p.m., 84 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Info:
488-2007, www.speedtrapbistro.com. For a list of featured musicians see ad
on page 5.
- 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.
- Wisdom and Wealth Master Mind Group, Tue., Nov. 5, 7:30
a.m., Wesley Owens Coffee Shop, 1744 Lake Woodmoor Dr., Monument. Info:
Kit523@hotmail.com.
- Gleneagle Sertoma Luncheon Meeting, Wed., Nov. 6, 11:30
a.m., Interesting speakers and programs; all are welcome. Meets 1st & 3rd
Wed. each month, location varies. Info: Garrett Barton, 433-5396; Duane
Gritzmaker, 481-2424; www.gleneaglesertoma.org.
- Tri-Lakes Chamber Monthly Education Series: Is My Business
Sellable?, Wed., Nov. 6, 11:30 a.m., 166 Second St.,
Monument. Free. Register online,
www.trilakeschamber.com/events-calendar.htm. Info: 481-3282.
- Tri-Lakes Lions Club Meeting, Thu., Nov. 7, 6:30-8 p.m.,
Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce, 166 2nd St., Monument. Meets 1st Thu. each
month. Info: 303-883-8329, jim1947n@comcast.net,
www.trilakeslionsclub.org.
- Palmer Divide Quiltmakers, Thu., Nov. 7, 6:45 p.m.,
Monument Hill Church, 18725 Monument Hill Rd., Unit 18, Monument. Meets 1st
Thu. each month. Info: PDQ504@gmail.com.
- Silver Center Book Club, Fri., Nov. 8, 11 a.m.-noon,
Senior Center located across the street from the Tri-Lakes YMCA, on
Lewis-Palmer High School campus. All are welcome. Meets 2nd Fri. each month.
Coffee & snacks served. RSVP & Info: Sue, 330-0241.
- La Leche League Meeting, Fri., Nov. 8, 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.
- El Paso County Hazardous Materials & Recycling Collection Facility,
Sat., Nov. 9, 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., Nov. 9, 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., Nov. 9,
9:45-11:30 a.m., The First National Bank of Monument, 581 Hwy 105. Meets 2nd
Sat. each month. Info: Gail, 481-3711.
- NEPCO Meeting, Sat., Nov. 9, 10 a.m.-noon, New Monument
Town Hall & Police Building, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. County
Commissioners Holly Williams & Stan VanderWerf will discuss issues relevant
to Northern El Paso County residents. All are welcome to this meeting of
local homeowners associations. Info: 481-2723 or visit
www.nepco.org.
- Faithful Friends, Sat., Nov. 9, 3-4:30 p.m., Wesley Owens
Coffee & Cafe, 1744 Lake Woodmoor Dr., Monument. The group’s new format is
an open conversation with different thought-provoking topics. This month’s
topic: "I hate the holidays, now what?" Meets 2nd Sat. each month. RSVP &
Info: Ellen, 303-526-5000.
- Pikes Peak Music Teachers Association Meeting, Tue., Nov. 12,
9:30 a.m., Graner Music, 4460 Barnes Rd., Colo. Springs. Dr. Leann Osterkamp
presents, "Voice and Piano–Let’s Collaborate!" Music teachers and students
meet for coffee, a meeting, and presentation. Meets 2nd Tue. each month.
Info: 307-760-6426, deemoody636@gmail.com,
www.ppmta.org.
- Chess Nuts, Tue., Nov. 12, 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.
- Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI) Speakers’ Bureau: History of Oil & Natural Gas Development in Colorado, Tue.,
Nov.
12, 7-9 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m., 225 North Gate Blvd. (I-25 Exit 156
A). Jim Crompton, presenter. Cost: $5. RSVP & Info: 488-0880,
RSVP@wmmi.org,
www.wmmi.org.
- Black Forest AARP Catered Thanksgiving Lunch & Meeting, Wed.,
Nov. 13, noon, 12455 Black Forest Rd. Jake Skifstad presents "Shield
616." All ages welcome. Meets 2nd Wed. each month. RSVP & Info: Stan,
596-6787, www.aarpchapter1100blackforest.weebly.com.
- Foot Care Clinic, Wed., Nov. 13, 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., Nov. 14, 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., Nov. 14, 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., Nov. 14, 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.
- Outpouring: TLUMC Supporting our Community, Tue., Nov. 19,
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.
- Gleneagle Women’s Club, Fri., Nov. 15. 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., Nov. 15, 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., Nov. 16, 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., Nov.
16, 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.
- Tri-Lakes Parkinson’s Disease Support Group, Sat., Nov. 16,
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.
- Friends of Fox Run Park, Sat., Nov. 16, 1 p.m., Meet at
the roller coaster trailhead for a mindful forest walk, discussion about
CMT, the wood wide web phenomenon, wildlife and nature in the park. Normally
meets 4th Thu. each month. Info: 719-492-0355,
janetsellers@ocn.me.
- Amateur Radio WØTLM (Tri-Lakes Monument Radio Association),
Mon., Nov. 18. All amateur radio operators or those interested in
becoming amateur radio operators are welcome. Normally meets 3rd Mon. Check
the website for details. Info: Joyce Witte, 661-9824,
Joycewitte@gmail.com;
www.W0TLM.com.
- Gleneagle Sertoma Luncheon Meeting, Wed., Nov. 20, 11:30
a.m., Jackson Creek Senior Living, 16601 Jackson Creek Pkwy, Monument.
Interesting speakers and programs; all are welcome. Meets 1st & 3rd Wed.
each month, location varies. Info: Garrett Barton, 433-5396; Duane
Gritzmaker, 481-2424; www.gleneaglesertoma.org.
- Senior Bingo, Wed., Nov. 20, 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., Nov. 20, 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., Nov. 20, 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., Nov. 21, 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, Thu., Nov. 21, 7 p.m.,
Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Mel McFarland presents On a
Wildflower Excursion: Colorado Midland Railway’s Finest. All are
welcome. Meets 3rd Thu. each month. Info: 559-0837,
www.palmerdividehistory.org.
- Chess Nuts, Tue., Nov. 26, 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.
- AARP Senior Social, no meeting Nov. & Dec., normally
meets 4th Wed. each month, 1-4 p.m., 12455 Black Forest Rd. Info:
aarpchapter1100blackforest.weebly.com.
- Foot Care Clinic, Fri., Nov. 29, 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.
- Gleneagle Sertoma Luncheon Meeting, Wed., Dec. 4, 11:30
a.m., Interesting speakers and programs; all are welcome. Meets 1st & 3rd
Wed. each month, location varies. Info: Garrett Barton, 433-5396; Duane
Gritzmaker, 481-2424; www.gleneaglesertoma.org.
- Tri-Lakes Lions Club Meeting, Thu., Dec. 5, 6:30-8 p.m.,
Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce, 166 2nd St., Monument. Meets 1st Thu. each
month. Info: 303-883-8329, jim1947n@comcast.net,
www.trilakeslionsclub.org.
- Palmer Divide Quiltmakers, Thu., Dec. 5, 6:45 p.m.,
Monument Hill Church, 18725 Monument Hill Rd., Unit 18, Monument. Meets 1st
Thu. each month. Info: PDQ504@gmail.com.
- 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
- Black Forest Arts & Crafts Guild 55th Annual Fall Show & Sale,
Thu.-Sat., Oct. 31-Nov. 3; Thu.-Sat., 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-2
p.m., Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd. (just N. of
Shoup.) The free show offers fine art, crafts, culinary delights, and more.
A portion of all sale proceeds will benefit the guild’s scholarship fund and
the Black Forest food pantry. Non-perishable food donations are encouraged.
Info: www.bfacg.org,
http://facebook.com/BFACG.
- Black Rose Acoustic Society: La Pompe Jazz, Fri., Nov.
8, 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.
- Downtown Monument Holiday Open House, Fri.-Sat., Nov. 8-9.
Begin your holiday shopping in Historic Downtown Monument! HMMA members will
welcome you with decorations, refreshments, and special savings. Some
businesses will also be open Sunday; check with individual stores for hours.
Info: www.downtownmonument.org/downtown-events.
- Sisters of Benet Hill Monastery: Introduction to Centering Prayer,
Sat., Nov. 9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 3190 Benet Lane, Colo. Springs. The day
includes experiences of centering prayer and presentations on the four
fundamental guidelines for beginning a daily practice of centering prayer.
Cost: $45. RSVP & Info: 633-0655 Ext 132,
registrations@benethillmonastery.org,
www.benethillmonastery.org. See ad on page 10.
- St. Peter Catholic School Holiday Boutique & Bake Sale, Sat.,
Nov. 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 124 First St. Monument. Free parking, free
admission, more than 70 local crafters & vendors, St. Nick Bake Shop
goodies, raffle drawings, door prizes. Info: 481-1855,
www.petertherockschool.org. See ad on page 2.
- Sew-In-Tune Class: Foundation Paper Piercing, Sat., Nov. 9,
9 a.m.-5 p.m., 252 Front St., Monument. Nicole Young will teach the basics
while you stitch her Take Wing Butterfly. Cost: $75. RSVP & Info:
719-203-5642, www.sewintuneservicing.com. See ad on page 11.
- Holiday Open House at Covered Treasures Bookstore Book Signings,
Sat., Nov. 9, noon-3 p.m., 105 Second Street, Monument. Elisabeth
Hyde will sign Go Ask Fannie and Jayme Mansfield will sign Rush.
Refreshments will be served. Info: 481-2665,
www.coveredtreasures.com.
- The Nicavangelists visit Black Forest Community Church, Sun., Nov. 10, 10 a.m., 6845 Shoup Rd. This group of young men, aged 10-27,
perform and sing to bring attention to the devastation in Nicaragua and the
need for asylum among the most vulnerable. Info: 719-306-4037,
Pastormarta@blackforestcommunitychurch.org.
- Monument Academy Veteran’s Day Celebration, Mon., Nov. 11,
8:45 a.m., breakfast reception 8:15 a.m., 1150 Village Ridge Pt., Monument.
A patriotic program featuring tribute performance by students and keynote
speaker Dr. Mary Kelly, USNA. Info: 481-1950. See ad on page 7.
- Tri-Lakes Community/Centura Blood Drive, Tue., Nov. 12,
2:30-7 p.m., Bloodmobile at Monument Community Presbyterian Church, 238
Third St., Monument. No appointment needed, just walk in. Bring driver’s
license or ID. Info: 776-5822.
- Pikes Peak Brewing Co. Winter Welcome, Wed., Nov. 13, 6
p.m., 1756 Lake Woodmoor Dr., Monument. Celebrate the season with a new
winter food menu and merchandise, and the AdAmAn Holiday Ale release. Info:
719-208-4098. See ad on page 16.
- Gleneagle Women’s Club Art and Craft Fair, Fri., Nov. 15,
10 a.m.-2 p.m., Woodmoor Barn, 1691 Woodmoor Dr. Shop original gift-worthy
unique items. Free admission. Info: Tsilla Reyner, 599-9046.
- Bettman & Halpin Concert at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, Fri.,
Nov. 15, 7 p.m., doors open 6 p.m., 304 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Tickets
& Info: 481-0475, www.trilakesarts.org.
- Monument Hill Farmers Market Winter Indoor Market, Sat., Nov.
16, 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.
- Tea and Biscuits, Sun., Nov. 17, 2-4 p.m., Black Forest
Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd. A fundraiser for Harley’s Hope,
which helps low income pet parents and their companion or service animals to
remain together when issues arise. Enjoy a holiday tea buffet and live music
and browse the boutique. Take a photo with Santa and Olive, his favorite
reindeer. Tickets: http://bit.ly/HHF-Tea2019 or
www.harleys-hopefoundation.org. See ad on page 12.
- Black Rose Acoustic Society: Higher Ground Bluegrass,
Fri., Nov. 22, 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.
- Small Business Saturday at Covered Treasures Bookstore, Sat., Nov. 30, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 105 Second St., Monument. Chris Lennon will
sign Peak of Racing: Pikes Peak Through the Eyes of Racers, 11 a.m.-1
p.m. Julie Bell will sign Denver City Justice, noon-2 p.m.; Susan
Mathis will sign Sara’s Surprise, noon-2 p.m.; and Kristen Akens will
sign 100 Things to Do in Colorado Springs before You Die, 1-3 p.m.
Refreshments served. Info: 481-2665,
www.coveredtreasures.com.
- Palmer Lake Fire Department Annual Chili Supper & Star-lighting
Festival, Sat., Nov. 30, 4:30-7 p.m., star-lighting at 7 p.m., Palmer
Lake Town Hall, 42 Valley Crescent. Chili supper, hayrides, Santa, silent
auctions, and bucket drawings. Proceeds go to the Palmer Lake Volunteer Fire
Department. Buy tickets at the door or on
www.eventbrite.com.
- Alpaca Holiday Extravaganza, Sat.-Sun., Nov. 30-Dec. 1, 9
a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun., Black Forest Community Club, 12530
Black Forest Rd. Meet alpacas and shop for clothing and accessories, fleece,
yarn, and more. Free, open to all. Info: 495-6693,
http://secab-extravaganza.weebly.com.
See ad on page 20.
- Covered Treasures Bookstore Book Signing, Sat., Dec. 1, noon-2
p.m., 105 Second Street, Monument. Caroline Johnson, a former Colorado
Springs resident, will sign Jet Girl. Refreshments will be served.
Info: 481-2665, www.coveredtreasures.com.
- Palmer Lake Yule Log Potluck Dinner, Tue., Dec. 3, 6
p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Circle. Please bring a potluck dish
to share and place settings for your family. Info: 481-2953.
- The Hazel Miller Band Concert at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts,
Fri., Dec. 6, 7 p.m., doors open 6 p.m., 304 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake.
Tickets & Info: 481-0475, www.trilakesarts.org.
- Monument Hill Kiwanis Club’s 14th Annual North Pole at Tri-Lakes
Arts and Crafts Fair, Sat., Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Grace Best
Education Center, 66 Jefferson St., Monument. Browse hundreds of handcrafted
items and Tri-Lakes United Methodist Church Cookie Walk. Music throughout
the day by D-38 choirs/bands & local talent, and Miguel Dakota, America’s
Got Talent Season 9 finalist. Admission is free with nonperishable food
item, toy, or cash for Tri-Lakes Cares; or used sporting goods for
4KidzSports. All proceeds go to help fund D-38 schools and Tri-Lakes Cares.
Info: Bob Nissen, 304-8705, bob@mifigroup.com,
www.MHKiwanis.org. See ad on
page 13.
- Downtown Monument’s Small Town Christmas, Sat., Dec. 7,
10 a.m.-6 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus and their reindeer, kids’ activities and
crafts, hayrides, open houses, and more. Tree-lighting 5 p.m. at Limbach
Park. Info: 481-2954.
- Small Town Christmas at Covered Treasures Bookstore, Sat., Dec. 7, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 105 Second St., Monument. Carmela Lavigna Coyle
will sign "Can Princesses Become Astronauts?" 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Nancy Oswald
will sign "Ruby’s Christmas Gift," 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Margaret Mizushima will
sign "Tracking Game, A Timber Creek K-9 Mystery," 1-3 p.m. Refreshments will
be served. Info: 481-2665, www.coveredtreasures.com.
- Santa Fe Trail Jewelry Darlene Armstrong Show, Sat., Dec. 7,
10 a.m.-4 p.m., 106 2nd St., Unit A, Monument. Shop Small Town Christmas
with one-of-a-kind jewelry that showcases the beauty and harmony of natural
gemstones. Info: 481-0250. See ad on page 4.
- Monument Tree Lighting, Sat., Dec. 7, 3-6 p.m., tree
lighting 5 p.m., Santa 5-6 p.m., Limbach Park, 151 Front St. Watch for more
details. Please bring a canned food item for Tri-Lakes Cares or a new,
unwrapped toy for Santa on Patrol. Info: Madeline, 884-8013,
www.townofMonument.org.
- Annual Palmer Lake Yule Log Hunt, Sun., Dec. 8, 1 p.m.,
Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Trek up the mountain in search of
the Yule Log. Hunt participants should arrive 11 a.m.-noon. The winner will
ride the Yule Log back to town and get the first cup of wassail. Non-hunters
can stay warm indoors with carols and stories. Info: 481-2953.
- Black Forest Community Potluck & Tree Lighting, Sun., Dec. 8,
5:45 p.m., 12530 Black Forest Rd. Tree-lighting 5:45 p.m. at NE corner of
the Log School Park, at the corner of Shoup and Black Forest Roads, followed
by potluck dinner. Black Forest Players will perform a one-act play, music
by Fusion from Pine Creek, and Christmas sing-a-long. Bring your favorite
dish to share. Info: 719-495-2207.
- Santa Fe Trail Jewelry Starborn Creations Show, Sat., Dec. 14,
10 a.m.-4 p.m., 106 2nd St., Unit A, Monument. Shop one-of-a-kind jewelry.
Info: 481-0250. See ad on page 4.
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. To have your event listed at no charge
in Our Community Calendar, please call (719) 339-7831 or send the information to
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