County Party Websites:
Republican: http://ecrgop.com/
Democrat: http://elbertcodems.org
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State Party Websites
Republican: http://www.cologop.org
Democrat: http://www.coloradodems.org/
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Coyote Creek Concerts and Acoustic Eidolon, an acoustic band performing at Casey Jones on June 27th, will be donating a portion of the evening's proceeds to the Elbert Relay for Life. Please consider supporting the Elbert Relay by joining us for an evening of music! To hear a sample of Acoustic Eidolon's music, please go to www.acousticeidolon.com. Tickets may be purchased at High Plains Food Store on Hwy 86 in Kiowa, Magic Dog, 706 E. Kiowa Ave, Elizabeth and Viaero Wireless, Hwy 86/Main Street, Elizabeth.
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We are all aware that many families are struggling in these tough times. As a result, more families are contacting and utilizing our local support services. Of these services, several can use our direct support through gift giving. If you are able, please consider giving non-perishable food items to your local food bank. Below are the names, address and hours of food banks in Elbert County:
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The Elizabeth Food Bank is located at 381 S. Banner St., in Elizabeth. It is located in the house next to the old Presbyterian Church. (The entrance is around the back.) The food bank is open Mondays from 12:30 PM to 3 PM and Saturdays, 9 AM to 11:30 AM and donations may be dropped on Tuesday through Friday between 9 AM and noon. Sue Brandes is the director, and can be reached at (303) 646-5991.
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Kiowa Creek Community Church Food Bank, located at 231 Cheyenne St., Kiowa, is open 4 days per week. Kiowa residents may use the facility 3 times per year. Please contact them at 303-621-2376. http://kiowacreek.org/
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Liberty Plans Food Bank, located in the Liberty Plains Baptist Church, Simla, is open one day per week. Please contact them at 719-541-3043.
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The Parker Task Force, located at 20118 E. Main Street in Parker, is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to 1 Pm and Saturdays from 10 AM to 12 PM. The Parker Task Force serves Parker and Elizabeth only. Contact number is 303-841-2608 or visit http://www.parkertaskforce.org/
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The Douglas/Elbert Task Force, located at 404A Jerry St., Castle Rock, is open for client services from 9 AM to 12 PM, Monday through Friday. For more information, please contact 303-688-1114 or visit http://www.castlerock4u.com/TaskForce.htm.
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The ECC Food Bank is located in the Elbert Church, 23928 Broadway, Elbert. The hours are limited, so please contact 303-646-4825 for more information. http://elbertchurch.org/index.html
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Elbert County, the 911 Authority Board, Fire Protection Districts and local Towns have teamed up to implement the reverse 911 notification system using CodeRED. The opt-in system will alert residents by phone when specific triggers are met, such as evacuation orders, tornado or flash flood warnings, chemical spills, gas leaks, etc. CodeRED's intent is to geographically target calls, and using an automated telephone calling system, deliver a relevant pre-recorded message directly to homes and businesses at the rate of up to 60,000 calls per hour. To participate, please visit http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov and look for the CodeRED icon directly below the menu bar on the left side of the home page. For family, friends and neighbors who do not have internet, registration may also be completed by calling 303-805-6131.
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ABE21.NET IS OFFERING FREE CLASSIFIEDS
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Go to http://www.abe21.net. Look for the notice with the cows head and click on it to
go to the form page where you submit your ad. Fill out the form, click the Submit button and you're done. This is a great, and cheap way to advertise your stuff so do it today! And please tell your friends... they probably have stuff too.
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Elbert County This Week
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Parker Task Force Fundraiser Golf Tournament
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Spring Valley Golf Course, Parker
Monday, May 18th, 7 AM
The cost is $100/player and $400/team. Sponsorships are available. Donations of silent auction items needed. Registration for the 4-Man Best Ball Scramble tournament begins at 7 AM, with tee off at 8 AM. Lunch and silent auction are at 1 PM. For information please James Blevins at 303-949-9785 and Steve Budnack at 303-590-5566. http://www.parkertaskforce.org/
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Marvelous Mondays
Simla Library, Simla
Monday, May 18th, 1 PM to 3 PM
Paws to Read with Aaron
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Friends of the Library
Simla Library, Simla
Monday, May 18th 1 PM
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Movie Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, May 18th, 4PM
Clifford's Movie
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Book Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, May 18th, 7 PM
Bel Canto by Ann Patchett
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Creative Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, May 19th, 10:30 AM
Dinosaurs
Kiowa, Elbert and Elizabeth to Parker and back
Tuesday, May 19th
Contact Kay Campbell, Kiowa, at 719-541-4275 or the ECCOG office at 800-825-0208 to make an appointment. The East Central Council of Local Governments is open and available to all residents of Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties and provides an economical means of travel in the four-county region. http://outbackexpress.tripod.com
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Knitting Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, May 19th, 2 PM
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Library Lovers
Elbert Library, Elbert
Tuesday, May 19th, 5 PM
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Drop in English Practice
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Tuesday, May 19th, 5:45 PM
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Lions Club Meeting
Lions Club Meeting Hall, 351 Comanche St., Kiowa
Tuesday, May 19th, 6:30 PM
Come and find out what this wonderful club is all about!
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Elbert County Water Advisory Board
The Carlson Building, 239 Main St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, April 21st, 7 PM
The EC Water Advisory Board meetings are open to the public. The ECWAB is a referral agency for the County, with an interest in public education on water issues.
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Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Tuesday, May 19th, 7 PM
The Coffee Trader by David Liss
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Little Britches Youth Association
Arena, Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Tuesday, May 19th, 7 PM
This family membership organization promotes horsemanship through safe rodeo events held weekly in June and July. Little Britches has six age group divisions for children through age 18. Local group meets Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. at the Elbert County Fairgrounds. For information call 303.646.9342.
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Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, May 20th, 9:30 AM
Art
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Friends of the Library
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Wednesday, May 20th, 2 PM
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Drop in GED Practice
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, May 20th 5:45 PM
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Elbert County Relay for Life Team Committee Meeting
Town Hall, S. Banner, Elizabeth
Wednesday, May 20th, 7 PM
Please come see what Relay for Life is all about! http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=14789
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Senior Connection
Simla Library, Simla
Thursday, May 21st, 1 PM
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Southern Colorado Australian Shepherd Club Dog Show
Exhibit Building & Arenas, Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Friday, May 22nd through Monday, May 25th
This show is put on with the combined efforts of the four Colorado clubs, Southern Colorado ASC, High Plains ASC, All Around ASC, and Colorado ASA. 6 Conformation/Juniors Shows; 6 Stock Trials; 3 Obedience Trials; 1 Rally Show N Go; 1 3-Day Agility Trial. http://www.southerncoloradoasc.com/shows.htm
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Story Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, May 22nd, 10:30 AM
Ducks
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Southern Colorado Australian Shepherd Club Dog Show
Exhibit Building & Arenas, Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Saturday, May 23rd, Day 2 of 4 show days
This show is put on with the combined efforts of the four Colorado clubs, Southern Colorado ASC, High Plains ASC, All Around ASC, and Colorado ASA. 6 Conformation/Juniors Shows; 6 Stock Trials; 3 Obedience Trials; 1 Rally Show N Go; 1 3-Day Agility Trial. http://www.southerncoloradoasc.com/shows.htm
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Gardening Club
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, May 23rd, 10 AM
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Saturday Morning Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, May 23rd, 10 AM
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Story Time
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, May 23rd, 10:30 AM
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Women's Club Breakfast
The Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall, Elbert Rd., Elbert
Sunday, May 24th, 8 AM to 1 PM
The breakfast is prepared the 4th Sunday of each month by the Elbert Women's Club members. The club also provides a table with gift items including books, on the history of Elbert County. Proceeds are used to restore and maintain the hall, which was built in 1906. Donations may also be made by contacting 303-648-3372
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Elbert County Museum, 515 Comanche St., Hwy 86, Kiowa
Sunday, May 24th
The Elbert County Museum opens each year on Memorial Day Sunday. This year's exhibit is Prehistoric Kiowa. Check out the oceans, dinosaurs, and ancient forests of Elbert County while you help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science’s 2,256 ft. core drilling in Kiowa. Touch ancient fossils from local ranches. Please add this event to your calendar, and plan to check out the museum, if you have not previously. If you would like to volunteer on one of the Historical Society's projects, participate in an event or as a summer museum host, please contact the Society at P.O. Box 43, Kiowa, CO 80117. http://www.elbertcountymuseum.org/
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Southern Colorado Australian Shepherd Club Dog Show
Exhibit Building & Arenas, Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Sunday, May 24th, Day 3 of 4 show days
This show is put on with the combined efforts of the four Colorado clubs, Southern Colorado ASC, High Plains ASC, All Around ASC, and Colorado ASA. 6 Conformation/Juniors Shows; 6 Stock Trials; 3 Obedience Trials; 1 Rally Show N Go; 1 3-Day Agility Trial. http://www.southerncoloradoasc.com/shows.htm
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Elbert County Democrats
The Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Sunday, May 24th, 6 PM to 8 PM
Potluck with guest speakers, current initiatives and discussion. http://elbertcodems.org/index.html
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Memorial Day
Libraries Closed
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Exhibit Building & Arenas, Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Monday, May 25th
This is the final day of the show. This show is put on with the combined efforts of the four Colorado clubs, Southern Colorado ASC, High Plains ASC, All Around ASC, and Colorado ASA. 6 Conformation/Juniors Shows; 6 Stock Trials; 3 Obedience Trials; 1 Rally Show N Go; 1 3-Day Agility Trial. http://www.southerncoloradoasc.com/shows.htm
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Annual Memorial Day Service
Elbert Cemetery, Elbert
Monday, May 25th, 11 AM
The Kiowa-Elbert American Legion Post 182 has scheduled the annual Memorial Day Service. Flags and flowers will be placed on the graves of those veterans interred at the cemetery and the name of each veteran will be read. A short service, patriotic song, rifle salute and taps will follow. For information, please contact Robert Humpert.Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, May 26th, 10:30 AM
Flowers
Knitting Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, May 26th, 2 PM
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Craft Club
Elbert Library, Elbert
Tuesday, May 26th, 4:30 PM
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Drop in English Practice
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Tuesday, May 26th, 5:45 PM
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Little Britches Youth Association
Story Time
Arena, Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Tuesday, May 26th, 7 PM
This family membership organization promotes horsemanship through safe rodeo events held weekly in June and July. Little Britches has six age group divisions for children through age 18. Local group meets Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. at the Elbert County Fairgrounds. For information call 303.646.9342.
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Board of County Commissioners' Meeting
2nd Floor Meeting Room, Kiowa Courthouse, 215 Comanche St.
Wednesday, May 27th, 9 AM to 4PM
The Agenda is not currently available, but should be posted shortly. Please check here for the Agenda. http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=468&typeid=8
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Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, May 27th, 9:30 AM
Get Creative
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Drop in GED Practice
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, May 27th 5:45 PM
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Elbert County Library District Board Meeting
District Office, Elizabeth
Wednesday, May 27th, 6:30 PM
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Wednesday, May 27th, 7 PM
Please come see what Relay for Life is all about! http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=14789
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Sports Physicals
Elbert School, Elbert
Thursday, May 28th, 9 AM to 11:30 AM
It’s that time of year again. Elbert County Health and Environment is working with several of the area schools to do Sport Physicals. If you want to attend a session at a school, which you are not a student, please call us and we will check on availability. Call the Elbert County Health and Environment Office at 303-621-3144 to schedule appointments. http://echealth.org/Events.php
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Simla Library, Simla
Thursday, May 28th, 2 PM to 4 PM
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Sports Physicals
Elbert County Public Health Office,
Thursday, May 28th, 1 PM to 4:30 PM
It’s that time of year again. Elbert County Health and Environment is working with several of the area schools to do Sport Physicals. If you want to attend a session at a school, which you are not a student, please call us and we will check on availability. Call the Elbert County Health and Environment Office at 303-621-3144 to schedule appointments. http://echealth.org/Events.php
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Elizabeth Piece Makers of Colorado
Story Time
Frontier High School, rm. 159
The Piece Makers need help making cuddle quilts for the area fire departments. They need help with cutting, pressing, sewing, making kits to take home and sew. Cotton fabric donations accepted. Please come see what they are doing. Please call Barbara at 303-646-9046 with questions.
Thursday, May 28th, 2 PM to 4 PM
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, May 29th, 10:30 AM
Geese
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7th Annual Angel Tree Run - EC Riders
The Stagecoach, Franktown (NW corner of Hwy 86 and Parker Rd)
Saturday, May 30th, Registration 9 AM - 10 AM
Started in 2003, this ride helps fund summer camp scholarships for children whose parents are incarcerated. Registration begins at 9 AM with the last bike out at 10 AM. Fess are $25 for singles and $35 for couples. The 100-mile event includes a Blessing of the Bikes, honoring of veterans, lunch and prizes. Proceeds will provide summer youth camp scholarships through prison fellowship and mentoring through Friends for Youth. Event coordinator is Castlewood Canyon Church in Franktown. For more information, please contact 303-356-8994.
http://www.ecriders.org/events2.html
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Elbert County Health Department, Kiowa
Saturday, May 30th, 10 AM to Noon
Learn to safely dry and store all your food. Sample some dried goods, receive new information and recipes in the art of dehydrating, energy-free way to store foods. Fee $10. RSVP to either the Kiowa Office, 303-621-3162, or the Simla Office, 719-541-2361. http://elbert.colostate.edu/
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Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, May 30th, 10:30 AM
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Community Rodeo - Elizabeth Stampede
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Coyote Creek Concerts
Casey Jones Arena, Elizabeth, CO
Saturday, May 30th and Sunday, May 31st
From the website: "The Community Rodeo is a time for everyone to come out and participate. It’s a time for fun and community. If you are a vendor there are FREE spots available. Please contact us for more information on vendor availability. Food and Drinks will be available for sale by Visitation Counsel 11918 the Knights of Columbus."
Casey Jones Park Pavilion, 4189 Highway 86, Elizabeth, CO
Saturday, May 30th, 7:30 PM
Sarah Dashew "When Dashew sings, it's clear she wants you to pay attention. She provides a full vocal range, from Texas twang to rapid-fire rap with plenty of sexy, bluesy, Janis Joplin-style moments that keep her audience at high alert." -Music Connection http://www.coyotecreekconcerts.com/index.html
The Gabriel Foundation, 39520 County Rd. 13, Elizabeth
Sunday, May 31st, 9 AM to 3 PM
Call Patti at (303)629-5900 ext. 213 if you would like to help.
The Gabriel Foundation’s Volunteer Toy Making and Aviary Enrichment Day – over 400 parrots from small to large need plenty of stimulating activity during the summer days. Please join us from 9 -3. To sign up, email education@thegabrielfoundation.org or call 303.620.5900 x215. http://www.thegabrielfoundation.org/events.html
Upcoming Events
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Sports Physicals
Kiowa High School, Kiowa
Tuesday, June 2nd, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
It’s that time of year again. Elbert County Health and Environment is working with several of the area schools to do Sport Physicals. If you want to attend a session at a school, which you are not a student, please call us and we will check on availability. Call Patti at the Kiowa HS, 303-621-2115, to schedule appointments. http://echealth.org/Events.php
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Little Britches Youth Association
Arena, Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Tuesday, June 2nd, 7 PM
This family membership organization promotes horsemanship through safe rodeo events held weekly in June and July. Little Britches has six age group divisions for children through age 18. Local group meets Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. at the Elbert County Fairgrounds. For information call 303.646.9342.
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Elbert County Community Garage Sale
Elbert County Fairgrounds, 95 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Friday, June 5th and Saturday, June 6th, 8 AM to 3 PM
Thursday, June 4th will be a set-up day with doors opening at noon and remaining open until 7 p.m. to allow after work set-up. All sellers are urged to come during those hours. If you are unable to come on Thursday, please call Steve Nash at 720-313-2005 to make arrangements to set up Friday morning prior to the 8 a.m. event opening. There will be a general admission of $3.00 per person. Children under 12 are free. Vendors and up to 4 helpers do not pay general admission. Reservations for vendors may be made at http://www.communitygaragesales.net/reservations.php
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The 5th Annual Abbi Run - EC Riders
The Stagecoach, Franktown (NW Corner of HWY 86 and Parker Rd.)
Saturday, June 6th, Registration 8 AM to 10 AM
From the EC Rider's Flyer: 100% of proceeds from the fund raiser/poker run benefit Abbi. Little Abbi was born April 29th 1998 with a genetic skin disease Epidermalysis Bullosa or E.B. for short. Her skin is very fragile... Children with this disease are referred to as the butterfly children because their skin is as fragile as a butterfly's wing... She is an amazing little girl with a spirit and heart of an angel. Abbi endures much pain each and every day while her wraps are changed taking up to 3 hours per session without complaint. Abbi must use a wheelchair in school to help her get around easier. Abbi has enjoyed meeting everyone that has helped her over the years, through the good times and the hard times. She will make every effort to join everyone at the Stagecoach again this year! Your support has made life easier and happier for Abbi and her family. Registration is $20 for single, $25 for 2 up. Silent and live auctions, live music, good food, good times! Music from 4 PM to 6 PM by Joe Fornothin. For information, please contact Fred at 720-333-1217. http://www.ecriders.org/events2.html
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Elizabeth, Co
Saturday, June 6th, 10 AM
Parade Entry Form is available here: http://www.elizabethstampede.com/parade.htm. The last day for Parade Entry Form submission is May 22, 2009. Staging begins at 9 AM, and the parade starts at 10 AM.
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Main St., Elizabeth
Saturday, June 6th, 11 AM to 4 PM
The street will be pedestrian only for the Elizabeth Stampede Parade at 10 AM, and the festival starting at 11 AM. If you are interested in hosting a booth at the festival, sizes are 10 x 10 for $40, and 10 x 20 for $70, with a few 5 x 10 spots for $25. Non-profit-only organizations will receive a free 10 x 10 booth. A tent and cinder blocks due to wind are suggested, as Elbert County weather can be changeable. Booths, money collected and taxes owed are the responsibility of the booth holder - including having a state license and filing a special events application. For reservations and more information, please contact Beverly at 303-646-4287 and Mikaila at 303-912-7678. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/events/elizabash_festival.htm
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Chamber of Commerce Flea Market
Countryside Village parking lot, Elizabeth
Saturday, June 6th, 11 AM to 3 PM
Rent a space for $25. All proceeds from sales belong to the space holder. All proceeds from the space fee will go towards community events provided by the Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/events/elizabash_flea_market.htm
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Elizabeth Stampede
Casey Jones Arena, Elizabeth, CO
Friday, June 5th through Sunday, June 7th
From the website: Headquartered in Colorado, the Professional Bull Riders, Inc. was created in 1992. The combination of raw sport and quality entertainment offers Elizabeth Stampede fans true rodeo entertainment.****
Jams and Jellies
Simla Municipal Building, Simla
Saturday, June 6th, 10 AM to Noon
Learn to make all types of jams, preserves, with pectin, with low sugar, and without added pectin. Sample some varieties and receive information and recipes about the easy water bath canning of jams. Kitchen-based class. Fee $10. RSVP to either the Kiowa Office, 303-621-3162, or the Simla Office, 719-541-2361. http://elbert.colostate.edu/
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Sports Physicals
Big Sandy/Simla School, Simla
Wednesday, June 10th, 9 AM to 3:30 PM
It’s that time of year again. Elbert County Health and Environment is working with several of the area schools to do Sport Physicals. If you want to attend a session at a school, which you are not a student, please call us and we will check on availability. Call the Elbert County Health and Environment Office at 303-621-3144 to schedule appointments. http://echealth.org/Events.php
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Grazing Behavior Workshop
El Paso County Fairgrounds
Saturday, June 13th, 8 AM to 5 PM
Reservations due by June 1 to 719-734-2408, ext. 112, 719-541-2359, ext. 101 or 303-621-3162. Fees are $15 per person or $25 per couple. Minimum of 30 participants is required to hold this seminar. http://www.4conservation.org/services.htm
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Southern Exposure - Coyote Creek Concerts
Casey Jones Pavilion, 4189 Highway 86, Elizabeth, CO
Saturday, June 20th, 7:30 PM
Tickets may be purchased at High Plains Food Store on Hwy 86 in Kiowa, Magic Dog, 706 E. Kiowa Ave, Elizabeth and Viaero Wireless, Hwy 86/Main Street, Elizabeth. http://www.coyotecreekconcerts.com/SouthernExposure.html
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Acoustice Eidolon - Coyote Creek Concerts
Casey Jones Pavilion, 4189 Highway 86, Elizabeth, CO
Saturday, June 27th, 7:30 PM
Coyote Creek Concerts and Acoustic Eidolon, an acoustic band performing at Casey Jones on June 27th, will be donating a portion of the evening's proceeds to the Elbert Relay for Life. Please consider supporting the Elbert Relay by joining us for an evening of music! To hear a sample of Acoustic Eidolon's music, please go to www.acousticeidolon.com. Tickets may be purchased at High Plains Food Store on Hwy 86 in Kiowa, Magic Dog, 706 E. Kiowa Ave, Elizabeth and Viaero Wireless, Hwy 86/Main Street, Elizabeth.
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Camp Rocky
A mountain setting above Colorado Springs, near Divide CO
July 5th - 12th
Camp Rocky staff members are professionals in their respective resource fields. They assist participants in learning about their environment while working in teams and meeting other students from across Colorado. Eligible youth include those who have completed 8th grade by June, 2009 through age 19. Cost is $250, all-inclusive. Limited scholarships for Western Elbert County Colorado youth are available. For more information, please visit http://www.kiowacd.org/upcoming_events.htm or contact the Kiowa Conservation District at 303-621-2070, ext. 101 or email eileen.rademacher@co.nacdnet.net.
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Sports Physicals
Elbert County Public Health Office
Wednesday, July 8th, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
It’s that time of year again. Elbert County Health and Environment is working with several of the area schools to do Sport Physicals. If you want to attend a session at a school, which you are not a student, please call us and we will check on availability. Call the Elbert County Health and Environment Office at 303-621-3144 to schedule appointments. http://echealth.org/Events.php
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2009 Elizabeth Celtic Festival
Casey Jones Park, Elizabeth
Saturday & Sunday, July 18th & 19th
Fun for the entire family! If you have not had the pleasure of visiting the Celtic Festival you have missed a treat! http://www.elizabethcelticfestival.com/
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Elbert School, Elbert
Friday, July 23rd, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
It’s that time of year again. Elbert County Health and Environment is working with several of the area schools to do Sport Physicals. If you want to attend a session at a school, which you are not a student, please call us and we will check on availability. Call the Elbert County Health and Environment Office at 303-621-3144 to schedule appointments. http://echealth.org/Events.php
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Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Friday, July 24th and Saturday, July 25th
Sanctioned by the Colorado Pro Rodeo Association, Cowboy Up in Kiowa is kicking off the Elbert County Fair. http://www.cowboyupinkiowa.org/index.htm
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Art in the Pines
Casey Jones Park, Elizabeth
Saturday, July 25th and Sunday, July 26th
http://www.elizabethchamber.org/events/art_in_the_pines.htm
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Sports Physicals
Elizabeth Middle School, Elizabeth
Monday, August 10th, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
It’s that time of year again. Elbert County Health and Environment is working with several of the area schools to do Sport Physicals. If you want to attend a session at a school, which you are not a student, please call us and we will check on availability. Call the Elbert County Health and Environment Office at 303-621-3144 to schedule appointments. http://echealth.org/Events.php
