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Governmental Bodies
- Monument Board of Trustees Meeting
, Mon., Mar. 4, 6:30 p.m.,
Town Hall Conference Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Meets 1st and 3rd
Mon. each month in the Town Hall board room. Info: 884-8017,
www.townofmonument.org.
El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting, Tue.,
Mar. 5,
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.
Woodmoor Water & Sanitation District Board Meeting, Mon.,
Mar. 11, 1 p.m., 1845 Woodmoor Dr., Monument. Now meets 2nd Mon. each
month. Info: 488-2525, www.woodmoorwater.com.
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Board Meeting, Mon., Mar. 11,
6 p.m., Learning Center, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Normally meets 3rd
Mon. each month. Info: 488-4700, www.lewispalmer.org.
El Paso Board of County Commissioners Meeting, Tue.,
Mar. 12,
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.
Forest Lakes & Pinon Pines Metropolitan Districts Board Special
Meeting, Tues., Mar. 12, 10 a.m., 6385 Corporate Dr., Suite 200,
Colo. Springs. Usually meets 1st Mon. each month. See
www.forestlakesmetrodistrict.com to confirm meeting location/dates.
Info: 327-5810.
Tri-Lakes Wastewater Facility Joint Use Committee Meeting, Tue.,
Mar. 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.,
Mar. 12, 7-8:30 p.m., Lewis-Palmer Middle School, 1776 Woodmoor Dr.,
Monument. Meets 2nd Tue. each month, location varies. Info: 488-4700,
www.lewispalmer.org.
Palmer Lake Sanitation District Board Meeting, Wed.,
Mar. 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., Mar. 13,
1:30 p.m., Centennial Hall, 200 S. Cascade. The board will consider the
potential rule changes described in the Notices section of this issue. Info:
520-7529.
Monument Planning Commission Meeting, Wed., Mar. 13, 6:30
p.m.. Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Normally meets
2nd Wed. each month. Livestreamed at http://bit.ly/2uZxjfa. Info: 884-8017,
www.townofmonument.org.
Monument Academy School Board Meeting, Thu.,
Mar. 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., Mar. 14, 6 p.m., Palmer
Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Meets 2nd Thu. each month. Info:
481-2953, www.townofpalmerlake.com.
Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Mon.,
Mar. 18, 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.
El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting, Tue.,
Mar. 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.
Triview Metropolitan District Board Meeting, Tue., Mar. 19,
5:30 p.m., Triview Metro office, 16055 Old Forest Point, Suite 300,
Monument. Meets 3rd Tue. each month. Info: 488-6868,
https://triviewmetro.com.
Wescott Fire Protection District Board Meeting, Tue., Mar. 19,
7 p.m., Station 1, 15415 Gleneagle Dr. Normally meets 3rd Tue. each month.
Info: 488-8680.
Monument Sanitation District Board Meeting, Wed.,
Mar. 20,
9 a.m., 130 2nd St. Meets 3rd Wed. each month. Info: 481-4886.
Academy Water and Sanitation District Board Meeting, Wed., Mar. 20, 6 p.m., Wescott Fire Station 1, 15415 Gleneagle Dr. Meets 3rd
Wed. each month. Info: 481-0711.
Black Forest Fire/Rescue Protection District Board Meeting,
Wed., Mar. 20, 7 p.m., Station 1, 11445 Teachout Road, Colorado
Springs. Normally meets 3rd Wed. each month. Info: 495-4300.
Donala Water & Sanitation District Board Meeting, Thu., Mar.
21, 1:30 p.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.,
Mar. 27,
6 p.m., Monument Sanitation District board room, 130 Second St. Meets 4th
Wed. each month. Info: 488-2110, www.fvawd.com.
D-38 Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC), Wed., Mar. 27,
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.,
Mar. 27, 6:30 p.m., TLMFPD Station 1, 18650 Hwy 105. Meets 4th Wed.
each month. Info: Jennifer Martin, 484-0911,
www.tlmfire.org.
Woodmoor Improvement Association Board Meeting, Wed., Mar. 27,
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
Vol. 19 No. 3 - March 2, 2019.
- 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.
- 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.
- Watercolor Painting Demo, most Sat.-Sun., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Join Janet Sellers’ painting demo, followed by art class at local cultural,
gallery, and nature spots. For weekly location: 357-7454,
janetsellers10@gmail.com.
- Fuel Church Sunday Service, every Sun., 9:30 a.m.
fellowship with free donuts and coffee, 10 a.m. main service; 14960
Woodcarver Rd. (just west of I-25 off Baptist Road). Non-denominational,
spirit-led. Info: info@fuel.org,
www.fuelchurch.org.
- 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.bfcc-ucc.org. See ad on page
6.
- 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: Tai Chi Classes, every Mon., 11–noon, Silver
Alliance Senior Center at Lewis-Palmer High School (across from the YMCA).
This soft, slow, and gentle form of exercise has many benefits. Registration
required. $3 suggested donation. RSVP & Info: 464-6873.
- 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.,
DeVry University, 1175 Kelly Johnson Blvd., room 13. Info: Jon Walsh,
640-9428; www.artfullyspeaking.toastmastersclubs.org.
- Women’s A.A. Step Study, every Mon., 6 p.m. Family of
Christ Lutheran Church, 675 W. Baptist Rd. Info: 481-0431.
- 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. See ad on page 6.
- 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.
- 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). 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.
- Act II Thrift Shop, open Tue.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat.,
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Proceeds benefit Tri-Lakes area non-profits. Info: 487-3268,
cara@mynothlandchurch.org,
www.mynorthlandchurch.org/act-ii.
- 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.
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.
- Group of Artists (GOA) Meetings at Tri-Lakes Center for the
Arts, Sat., Mar. 2, 10 a.m.-noon, 304 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Lively
discussions about art topics, general studies on creativity. Meets 1st Sat.
each month. Info: 481-0475, info@trilakesarts.org,
www.trilakesarts.org.
- Palmer Divide Quiltmakers, Thu., Mar. 7, 6:45 p.m.,
Monument Hill Church, 18725 Monument Hill Rd., Unit 18, Monument. Meets 1st
Thu. each month. Info: sarah.devens@gmail.com.
- Faithful Friends, Thu., Mar. 7, 7 p.m., The Country Club
at Woodmoor, 18945 Pebble Beach Way, Monument. A Ladies’ Dessert with an
inspirational speaker each month. Normally meets 1st Thu. each month. Cost:
$7. RSVP & Info: Sandi King, 719-237-3359.
- Silver Alliance Book Club, Fri., Mar. 8, 11 a.m.-noon,
Senior Center located across the street from the Tri-Lakes YMCA, on
Lewis-Palmer High School campus. This month’s book is The Art of Racing in
the Rain by Garth Stein. All are welcome to join this new club. Meets 2nd
Fri. each month. Coffee & snacks served. RSVP & Info: Sue, 330-0241.
- La Leche League Meeting, Fri., Mar. 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., Mar. 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., Mar. 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: "Put on Your Best Display,"
Sat., Mar. 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., Mar. 9, 10 a.m.-noon, New Monument
Town Hall & Police Building, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Brian Welding,
El Paso County Environmental Technician, will talk on fighting noxious weeds
in HOA areas; Robin Adair, El Paso County Emergency Response Office, will
describe the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT); and John Rickman of
the Tri-Lakes United Methodist Church’s Emergency Preparation Group (EPG)
will explain how this group can provide HOAs with a no-cost Wildfire
Mitigation Training Program. All are welcome to this meeting of local
homeowners associations. Info: 481-2723 or visit
www.nepco.org.
- Palmer Divide Photographers Group: "Bucket List Locations–Planning &
Gear," Mon., Mar. 11, 7 p.m., Mountain Community Mennonite
Church, 643 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Professional photographer Ken Childress
will present. All are welcome. Meets 2nd Mon. each month. Info: 649-4241,
www.pdphotographers.com.
- Pikes Peak Music Teachers Association Meeting, Tue., Mar. 12,
9:30 a.m., Graner Music, 4460 Barnes Rd., Colo. Springs. Music teachers and
students, meet for coffee, a meeting, and program presentation at 11 a.m.
Meets 2nd Tue. each month. Info: Susan Marten,
skmarten@hotmail.com,
www.ppmta.org.
- Chess Nuts, Tue., Mar. 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: Ben
Elick presents Repeat Photography of the Pikes Peak Region, Tue., Mar. 12, 7-8:30 p.m., 225 North Gate Blvd. (I-25 Exit 156 A). Cost: $5.
RSVP & Info: 488-0880, RSVP@wmmi.org,
www.wmmi.org.
- Black Forest AARP Lunch & Meeting at Golden Corral, Wed., Mar. 13, 11:30 a.m., 1970 Waynoka Rd, Colo. Springs. All ages welcome.
Meets 2nd Wed. each month. RSVP & Info: Stan, 596-6787,
www.aarpchapter1100blackforest.weebly.com.
- Foot Care Clinic, Wed., Mar. 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., Mar. 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., Mar. 14, 1-4 p.m., Silver Alliance Senior
Center located on Lewis-Palmer High School campus. Walk-ins are welcome.
Meets 2nd Thu. each month. Reservation suggested: call Judy, 626-399-2733.
- Ben Lomond Gun Club, Tri-Lakes Chapter, Thu., Mar. 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.
- Foot Care Clinic, Fri., Mar. 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., Mar. 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. This active social group enjoys
activities ranging from card games to white water rafting,
international/domestic travel to bowling and golf. Meets 3rd Sat. each
month. Info: 303-815-8428, www.TBC50plus.org.
- Monument Hill Farmers Market Winter Indoor Market, Sat., Mar.
16, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Grace Best, 66 Jefferson St., Monument. Many new
vendors plus 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., Mar. 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: John Farley, 481-2364, robun2good@gmail.com; or Syble Krafft, 488-2669.
- Amateur Radio WØTLM (Tri-Lakes Monument Radio Association),
Mon., Mar. 18, 6 p.m. social time, 7 p.m. meeting. All amateur radio
operators or those interested in becoming amateur radio operators are
welcome. Meets 3rd Mon. Info: Joyce Witte, 661-9824,
Joycewitte@gmail.com;
www.W0TLM.com.
- Outpouring: TLUMC Supporting our Community, Tue., Mar. 19,
7 p.m., back Barrel Room at Pikes Peak Brewing Company, 1756 Lake Woodmoor
Dr., Monument. Everyone is welcome. Doug McCormick presents Zebulon Pike
and the Pike Stockade. Meets 3rd Tue. each month. Info:
LWeber1971@aol.com; for current
speaker info go to http://tlumc.org/outreach/outpouring.
- Gleneagle Sertoma Luncheon Meeting, Wed., Mar. 20, 11:45
a.m.-1 p.m., Liberty Heights, 12105 Ambassador Dr., (off Voyager Blvd in
Colorado 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., Mar. 20, 1-2 p.m., Silver Alliance
Senior Center, Lewis-Palmer High School campus. Meets 3rd Wed. each month.
Info: Sue Walker, 464-6873.
- Drummers! Wed., Mar. 20, 6:30-8 p.m., Yoga Pathways
Studio, West End Center, 775 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Free and open to all
ages. Bring any kind of drum or other hand percussion instrument. Beginners
welcome! Now meets 3rd Wed. each month. Info: Nan, 466-1257,
nananddon@hotmail.com.
- Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7829, Wed., Mar. 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., Mar. 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., Mar. 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: Mike and Sigi Walker present Oh,
The Rock Island Line!, Thu., Mar. 21, 6:30 p.m., Palmer Lake
Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. All are welcome, refreshments served. Meets
3rd Thu. each month. Info: 559-0837,
www.palmerdividehistory.org.
- Tri-Lakes Chamber Monthly Education Series: Proactive Legal
Considerations for Small Businesses, Tue., Mar. 26, 9-11
a.m., 166 Second St., Monument. Free. Register online,
www.trilakeschamber.com/events-calendar.htm. Info: 481-3282.
- Chess Nuts, Tue., Mar. 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.
- Senior Social, Wed., Mar. 27, 1-4 p.m., 12455 Black
Forest Rd. Meets 4th Wed. each month except Nov. & Dec. Info:
aarpchapter1100blackforest.weebly.com.
- Foot Care Clinic, Fri., Mar. 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.
- Group of Artists (GOA) Meetings at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts
(TLCA), Sat., Apr. 6, 10 a.m.-noon, 304 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Lively
discussions about art topics, general studies on creativity. Meets 1st Sat.
each month. Info: 481-0475, info@trilakesarts.org,
www.trilakesarts.org.
- 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
- Visions of Light Photography Exhibition Opening Reception,
Fri., Mar. 1, 6-8 p.m., Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, 304 Hwy 105,
Palmer Lake. Celebrate the opening of the annual juried photography show;
runs through Apr. 26. Info: 481-0475, www.trilakesarts.org.
- Quilting 101 at Sew-In-Tune, Saturdays, Mar. 2, 9, & 16;
10 a.m.-2 p.m., 252 Front St., Monument. RSVP & Info: 719-203-5642,
pam@sewintuneservicing.com.
Visit the Website for more classes,
www.sewintuneservicing.com.
See ad on page 11.
- Covered Treasures Bookstore Spotlight on Local Authors, Sat., Mar. 2, 1-3 p.m., 105 Second St., Monument. Dr. Caroline H. Eklund will
sign The Secrets of Shannon-Berry Kingdom, Jeff Morris will sign Paper Dolls
and Hollow Men, and Tena Stetler will sign A Demon’s Witch and other titles.
Refreshments served. Info: 481-2665,
www.coveredtreasures.com.
- Groundbreaking Ceremony and Blessing for Peter the Rock Chapel,
Sun., Mar. 3, 10 a.m., 55 Jefferson St., Monument. The building
committee is hosting receptions in Jaeger Hall following all Masses on March
2 & 3. Refreshments will be provided. Info:
www.petertherock.org.
- Art after Hours at Gallery 132, dates and times vary, 251 Front
St., Suite 8, Monument. Check the website for low-cost two-hour classes in
the Art after Hours series; enjoy refreshments and hors d’oeuvres while
creating a unique piece of art. Info: 375-8187, info@gallery132.com,
www.gallery132.com. See ad on page 5 for $5 off $30 purchase.
- Chamber Member Orientation at the Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce,
Tue., Mar. 5, noon-1:30 p.m., 166 Second St., Monument. Come learn
about your local chamber. Open to the public. Lunch provided. RSVP & Info:
481-3282, www.trilakeschamber.com/chamber-orientation.html.
- Water-wise Gardening, Tue., Mar. 5, 5 p.m., Tri-Lakes
Chamber of Commerce, 166 2nd St., Monument. A free class for smart design
and plant selection. Repeats Mar. 15. Sign up at
www.townofmonument.org/Calendar.aspx. Info: Cassie Olgren, 481-2954,
colgren@tomgov.org.
- Black Rose Acoustic Society: Colorado College Bluegrass Ensemble,
Fri., Mar. 8, 7-10 p.m. Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black
Forest Rd. at Shoup Road. Cost: $10 general, $5 BRAS members, $5 nonmember
students with ID. Info: Joe Maio, 528-6119,
jrmtn@comcast.net,
www.blackroseacoustic.org.
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Free Youth Mental Health
First Aid, Sat., Mar. 9, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Chapel of Our Saviour,
8 4th St., Colo. Springs. This groundbreaking prevention program for adults
introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of
mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the
importance of early intervention, and teaches individuals how to help an
adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Lunch is
provided. This training is limited to the first 30 registrants. To register,
email sarah@chapelofoursaviour.com.
- Sisters of Benet Hill Monastery: Lenten Class Treasure Hunt,
Tuesdays, Mar. 12-Apr. 9, 9:30-11:30 a.m., 3190 Benet Lane.
Experience ways to pray in a fresh new way. People of all faiths/cultures
welcome. Cost: $100. Online registration is requested:
www.benethillmonastery.org.
Info: 633-0655. See ad on page 10.
- CASA: Dudes and Brews, Wed., Mar. 13, 5:30-6:30 p.m.,
IvyWild School, 1604 S. Cascade Ave., Colo. Springs. Half of the children
who enter foster care in the Pikes Peak Region are boys, who need strong
role models to confide in and to speak up for them. Find out how you can
advocate for a boy in the Pikes Peak Region. The first beer is free! RSVP
and Info: brittanyw@casappr.org.
- Northern El Paso County Nonprofit Council, Thu., Mar. 14,
8-10 a.m., Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce, Community Room, 166 Second St.,
Monument. Kim Adams and Ashley Nielsen with JustServe are the speakers. All
nonprofit organizations are welcome to join. Meets quarterly. Info: Rich
Strom, 481-0943, rsappraisals_6@msn.com.
- Water-wise Gardening, Fri., Mar. 15, 10 a.m., Tri-Lakes
Chamber of Commerce, 166 2nd St., Monument. A free class for smart design
and plant selection. Sign up at
www.townofmonument.org/Calendar.aspx. Info: Cassie Olgren, 481-2954,
colgren@tomgov.org.
- St. Patrick’s Day at Pikes Peak Brewing Co., Fri.-Sun., Mar.
15-17, 1756 Lake Woodmoor Dr., Monument. Food trucks, sing-along, music
and dancing, pipers and drummers, and more! Info:
www.PikesPeakBrewing.com. See
ad on page 8.
- Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI) Family Day: Science,
Sat., Mar. 16, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 225 North Gate Blvd. (I-25 Exit 156
A). The museum is open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $10 adults, $9 military/AAA, $8
seniors & students, $6 children 3-12, free to children under 3 & museum
members. RSVP & Info: 488-0880, info@wmmi.org,
www.wmmi.org.
- CASA Volunteer Informational Hour, Tue., Mar. 19, noon-1
p.m., Cordera Community Clubhouse, 11894 Grand Lawn Circle, Colo. 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. RSVP & Info:
urikos@casappr.org.
- Tri-Lakes Community/Centura Blood Drive, Tue., Mar. 19,
3-7 p.m., Bloodmobile at Monument Community Presbyterian Church, 238 Third
St., Monument. No appointment needed, just walk in. Please bring driver’s
license or ID. Info: 776-5822.
- AARP Smart Driver Course, Thu., Mar. 21, 11:45-4 p.m.,
Black Forest Lutheran Church, 12455 Black Forest Rd. Non-AARP people
welcome. RSVP & Info: Stephen, 597-5683.
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Free Adult Mental Health
First Aid, Fri., Mar. 22, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Citizens Service Center,
Third Floor Nautilus Room, 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd., Colo. Springs. This
eight-hour course helps you identify, understand, and respond to signs of
addictions and mental illnesses. Class size is limited and registration is
required. Register online at www.mhfaco.org/findclass. Info: Lynn Shull, 473-8477,
volunteer@namicos.org, or
info@namicos.org.
- Black Rose Acoustic Society: Wood Belly, Fri., Mar. 22,
7-10 p.m. Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd. at Shoup
Road. Cost: $10 general, $5 BRAS members, $5 nonmember students with ID.
Info: Joe Maio, 528-6119, jrmtn@comcast.net,
www.blackroseacoustic.org.
- Yoga Nidra with Raleigh Dove, Sun., Mar. 24, 4-5:30 p.m.,
755 Hwy 105, Unit 22, Palmer Lake. Start your week with deep relaxation and
stress release. Info: 481-4137, www.YogaPathwaysStudio.com. See ad on page 4.
- Solar Oven Cooking Informal Demonstrations (by you, me,
everyone), Mon., Mar. 25, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (Only if it is sunny!
Otherwise, "cloudy date" would be Mar. 27), in the pavilion outside Woodmoor
Barn, 1691 Woodmoor Dr., Monument. You can cook without fuel or electricity.
Build and bring a solar oven and share your design with us all; show the
group what you can cook today. Do your own research beforehand; no formal
presentation planned. Great spring break project for students.
Well-insulated ovens work even if outside temperature is low. (Will repeat
Apr. 7, 1-4 p.m.). Info: Text/call Lisa, 719-339-7831.
- Bill Nance Memorial Blood Drive, Tue., Mar. 26, 1-5:30 p.m.,
Antelope Trails Elementary School, 15280 Jessie Dr. Walk-ins welcome,
driver’s license required. Sponsored by Gleneagle Sertoma Club. RSVP & Info:
488-9879.
- Yoga @ The Museum, Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI),
Thu., Mar. 28, 7-8 p.m., 225 North Gate Blvd. (I-25 Exit 156 A).
Gentle restorative yoga lead by UpriseYoga. Ages 12+, all levels welcome.
Cost: $25 nonmembers, $20 members. Info: 488-0880,
info@wmmi.org,
www.wmmi.org.
- Sisters of Benet Hill Monastery Spring Retreat: In the Company of
Courageous Women, Sat., Mar. 30, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 3190 Benet
Lane. Cost: $65. Online registration is requested:
www.benethillmonastery.org.
Info: 633-0655.
- The Arts at Benet Hill Monastery Chamber Concert Series, The
Romantic Cello with Karen Terbeek and pianist Alix Corboy, Sun., Mar. 31, 2:30 p.m., 3190 Benet Lane. Cost: $20. Online registration is
requested: www.benethillmonastery.org. Info: 633-0655.
- Wardrobes and Rings at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, Fri., Apr. 5, 7 p.m., doors open 6 p.m., 304 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Wardrobes &
Rings is a play set in Oxford’s Eagle & Child pub. Aging and legendary
authors, J.R.R. Tolkien and his great friend C.S. Lewis, meet for what turns
out to be the very last time. Tickets & Info:
www.trilakesarts.org, 481-0475.
- Acoustic Eidolon Live at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, Fri., Apr. 12, 7 p.m., doors open 6 p.m., 304 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Tickets &
Info: www.trilakesarts.org,
481-0475.
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