Elbert County Update: http://abe21-events.blogspot.com/
Elbert County Health & Environment: http://www.echealth.org/
ECCO: http://myecco.org/
Elbert County Library: http://www.elbertcountylibrary.org/
Elizabeth Parks & Recreation: http://www.elizabethpr.com/
Elbert County 4-H: http://elbert.colostate.edu/4hy.shtml
Elbert Relay for Life: http://elbertrelay.org
Coyote Creek Concerts: http://www.coyotecreekconcerts.com/
Elizabeth Workforce Center: http://www.yourworkforcecenter.com/eastern/elizabeth/elizabeth_wfc.asp
Kiowa Conservation District: http://www.kiowacd.org/index.html
Double El/Agate Conservation Districts: http://www.4conservation.org/
The Gabriel Foundation: http://www.thegabrielfoundation.org/
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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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The Elbert County Clerk and Recorder, Amy Fordyce, is seeking written comment from Elbert County residents regarding whether or not the 2010 August Primary should be conducted by mail-in ballot only. A mail-in ballot elections would mean:
* All active Democrat and Republican voters within Elbert county would receive a mail-in ballot.
* There would be NO early or polling place voting.
* Voters would have until 7 PM, August 10th, to have the Elbert County Elections office receive their ballot by mail or by hand delivery.
Residents of Elbert County may submit written comment to the following address:
Elbert County Clerk and Recorder
Elections Department
215 Comanche St.
P.O. Box 37
Kiowa, CO 80117
Comments must be received by 5 PM, Monday, February 1, 2010. (Public Notice, Ranchland News, January 21, 2010)
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Excerpt from the West Elbert County Sun: Marine Lance Corporal Kade Hinkhouse was severely injured in Ramadi, Iraq, when his HUMVEE hit an IED. The injury occurred in 2005. For the benefit of LCpl Hinkhouse and his wife Becky, "Home for Our Troops is partnering with Ace Hardware of Highlands Ranch, 9579 S. University Blvd., Ste. 100, to build [a] house in Elizabeth that will be donated to LCpl Hinkhouse upon its completion."
Home for Our Troops and Ace Hardware "will hold a volunteer registration day at the Highlands Ranch Ace Hardware on Tuesday, January 26th, from 10 AM to 8 PM with a presentation at 6 PM. The non profit's schedule is broken into three parts: a three day build brigade where professional tradesmen will build the structure and foundation, followed by interior work including electrical and plumbing and then, approximately 90 days later, a key ceremony where ownership of the home will be turned over to the Hinkhouse's.
Homes for Our Troops has turned over ownership of 50 homes to veterans nationwide and currently has another 30 home projects in process."
Additional information about Homes for Our Troops may be found at http://www.homesforourtroops.org
LCpl Hinkhouse's project is at
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NEWSPAPERS NEEDED
The Gabriel Foundation Aviary and Adoption Center (TGF), located at 39520 County Road 13, Elizabeth, is in need of newspapers for the daily changing of all of the parrots' cages. Preferably the newspapers need to be emptied of the glossy papers, the filler, and need to be folded and neatly stacked. If they could be tied or bound, that would be even better.
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This is a great way to recycle your newspapers! If you can help out, please drop off your newspaper donation at Building A at the Aviary between 8 AM and 3:30 PM daily. Many thanks from the staff and over 500 parrots who currently reside with TGF.
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Directions: From Elizabeth, go north on County Road 13 approximately 5 miles, pass CR 158 on your left, and the Aviary will be located on the east side of the road. Look for the large outdoor flights!
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For more information about The Gabriel Foundation, visit our website: www.thegabrielfoundation.org.
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The Gabriel Foundation is a 501(C)(3) avicultural and veterinary affiliated non-profit parrot welfare organization providing for the needs of parrots everywhere through each of its seven programs: Education outreach, adoption, rehabilitation, long term foster care, sanctuary, rescue and conservation. Tax-ID 84-1396085
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Posted on the Kiowa Conservation District website: All residents of the Kiowa Conservation District are invited to attend the Annual Meeting on Wednesday, January 27th, beginning at 6:30 PM. The meeting will be held at the Kiowa Creek Community Church Fellowship Hall, located at 231 Cheyenne, Kiowa. Dinner will be Sloppy Joes prepared by the women of the Kiowa Creek Community Church. The cost will be $3/person. Dr. Kirk Johnson, Chief Curator and Vice President of Research and Collections at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Dr. Johnson will discuss the Kiowa Core Drilling that took place in Elbert County in 1999. The drilling was part of a research effort coordinated by the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. A brief business meeting will be conducted before the presentation, and the District will honor the Conservationist of the Year who practices good stewardship of the land. Awards will also be presented to the 6th grade poster contest winners. Please RSVP by January 21 to 303-621-2070, ext. 101. http://www.kiowacd.org/
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From the Kiowa Conservation District website: The Kiowa Conservation District Board has received a grant from the Colorado State Conservation Board that allows them to conduct a cost-share program for implementing conservation practices as they relate to list “B” noxious weed species such as Canada thistle, Diffuse knapweed, Leafy spurge, Musk thistle, Toadflax (Dalmatian and Yellow) to name a few. For more information, please visit
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From the Agate Conservation District website: CSP Program-Sign Up Begins for Conservation Stewardship Program - For more information, please visit http://www.4conservation.org/
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Elbert County This Week
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Marvelous Mondays
Simla Library, Simla
Monday, January 25th, 1 to 3 PM
Celebrating Diane Fossey's & Benjamin Franklin's birthdays
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Elbert Gardener's Gathering
Elbert Library, Elbert
Monday, January 25th, 1 PM
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, January 25th, 4 PM
"Over the Hedge"
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Book Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, January 25th, 7 PM
"The Art of Racing in the Rain: a novel" by Garth Stein
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Home for Our Troops Volunteer Registration Day
9579 S. University Blvd., Ste. 100, Highlands Rance Ace Hardware
Tuesday, January 26th, 10 AM to 8 PM
Home for Our Troops and Ace Hardware "will hold a volunteer registration day at the Highlands Ranch Ace Hardware on Tuesday, January 26th, from 10 AM to 8 PM with a presentation at 6 PM. The nonprofit's schedule is broken into three parts: a three day build brigade where professional tradesmen will build the structure and foundation, followed by interior work including electrical and plumbing and then, approximately 90 days later, a key ceremony where ownership of the home will be turned over to the Hinkhouse's.
Homes for Our Troops has turned over ownership of 50 homes to veterans nationwide and currently has another 30 home projects in process." West Elbert County Sun
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Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, January 26th, 1 PM to 5 PM
Come and go knitting instruction!
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Walk-in Clinics - Contingent on Vaccine Availability
North end of the Elbert Co. Fairgrounds, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Tuesday, January 26th, 1 PM to 6 PM
http://www.echealth.org/H1N1_Info.php; 303-621-3144; appointments may also be made for Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, January 26th, 2 to 3:30 PM
Everyone is welcome!
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Kids' Craft Club
Elbert Library, Elbert
Tuesday, January 26th, 4:30 PM
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Elbert School Board Meeting
Elbert School, Elbert
Tuesday, January 26th, 7 PM
Town of Elizabeth Board of Trustees Meeting
Elizabeth Town Hall, 329 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, January 26th, 7 PM
The Agenda is available at http://www.townofelizabeth.org/Board%20of%20Trustees.htm
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Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Wednesday, January 27th
Contact 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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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Board Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, 215 Comanche St., Hwy 86, Kiowa
Wednesday, January 27th, 9 AM to 4 PM
The Agenda is not yet available. It will be posted at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=502&typeid=8
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Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, January 27th, 9:30 to 10:15 AM
"Penguins" - "Our weekly story time is a great opportunity for young children and their adults to share books and age appropriate activities."
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Creative Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, January 27th, 10:30 AM
"Berenstain Bears"
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Kiowa Conservation District Annual Meeting
Kiowa Creek Community Church Fellowship Meeting Hall, 231 Cheyenne, Kiowa
Wednesday, January 27th, 6:30 PM
Posted on the Kiowa Conservation District website: All residents of the Kiowa Conservation District are invited to attend the Annual Meeting on Wednesday, January 27th, beginning at 6:30 PM. The meeting will be held at the Kiowa Creek Community Church Fellowship Hall, located at 231 Cheyenne, Kiowa. Dinner will be Sloppy Joes prepared by the women of the Kiowa Creek Community Church. The cost will be $3/person. Dr. Kirk Johnson, Chief Curator and Vice President of Research and Collections at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Dr. Johnson will discuss the Kiowa Core Drilling that took place in Elbert County in 1999. The drilling was part of a research effort coordinated by the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. A brief business meeting will be conducted before the presentation, and the District will honor the Conservationist of the Year who practices good stewardship of the land. Awards will also be presented to the 6th grade poster contest winners. Please RSVP by January 21 to 303-621-2070, ext. 101. http://www.kiowacd.org/
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Elbert County Planning Commission Meeting
BOCC Hearing Room, 2nd Floor, 215 Comanche St., Hwy. 86, Kiowa
Thursday, January 28th, 7 PM
The Agenda is not currently posted, but will be located at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meetings_main.php
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Story Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, January 29th, 10:30 AM
"Penguins"
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Story Time
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, January 30th, 10:30 AM
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Next Week in Elbert County
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Outback Express
Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Monday, February 1st
Contact 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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Marvelous Mondays
Simla Library, Simla
Monday, February 1st, 1 to 3 PM
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Movie Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, February 1st, 4 PM
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Outback Express
Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Denver
Tuesday, February 2nd
Contact 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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Elizabeth, Kiowa & Elbert to Parker
Tuesday, February 2nd
Contact 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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Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Tuesday, February 2nd
Contact 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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The Sticks Click
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, February 2nd, 1 PM to 5 PM
Come and go knitting instruction!
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2 to 3:30 PM
Everyone is welcome!
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Lions Club Meeting
Lions Club Meeting Hall, 351 Comanche St., Hwy. 86, Kiowa
Tuesday, February 2nd, 7 PM
Dinner at 7 PM, Meeting at 7:30. Come find out what this wonderful club is all about!
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Elizabeth School Board Meeting
Board Room, Superintendent's Office, 634 S. Elbert St., Elizabeth
Thursday, February 4th, 7 PM
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Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, February 3rd, 9:30 to 10:15 AM
"Our weekly story time is a great opportunity for young children and their adults to share books and age appropriate activities."
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Creative Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, February 3rd, 10:30 AM
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Windbreak Workshop
Frontier High School, 589 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Thursday, February 4th, 7 PM
The Kiowa Conservation District will assist landowners in designing a windbreak, selecting tree species, and the planting and care of seedling trees. Please call the office to RSVP at 303-621-2070, ext. 101 or email your RSVP to eileen.rademacher@co.nacdnet.net. http://www.kiowacd.org/ ****
Story Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, February 5th, 10:30 AM
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Kiowa Freemasons Meeting
Kiowa Lodge, 304 Pawnee, Kiowa
Friday, February 5th, Dinner at 7 PM and Meeting at 7:30 PM
Come and see what the Freemasons are all about! http://www.kiowa116.org
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Elbert County Historical Society & Museum Meeting
TBA
Saturday, February 6th
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Story Time
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, February 6th, 10:30 AM
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Upcoming Events in Elbert County
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Clinic for Domestic Violence Victims
Women's Crisis and Family Outreach Center, Bank of the West Building, 440 Comanche St., Hwy 86, Kiowa
Monday, February 8th, 9 AM to Noon
This free clinic teams a social worker from the Women's Crisis and Family Outreach Center with a volunteer attorney to assist with legal and other support needs for the victims of domestic violence. Elbert County and Lincoln County residents are served by this program. http://www.coloradolegalservices.org
The clinic accepts walk ins on a first-come, first served basis. To schedule an appointment, please contact 303-621-2701.
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Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Tuesday, February 9th
Contact 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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Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Denver
Tuesday, February 9th
Contact 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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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Outback Express
Elizabeth to Parker/Colorado Springs
Tuesday, February 9th
Contact 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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Board Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, 215 Comanche St., Hwy 86, Kiowa
Tuesday, February 9th, 9 AM to 4 PM (?)
The Agenda is not yet available. It will be posted at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=502&typeid=8
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Business After Hours
TBA
Thursday, February 11th, 5 to 7 PM
Enjoy visiting a local business, meeting other area business people, and network! Refreshments provided by the local business.
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Outback Express
Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Monday, February 15th
Contact 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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Outback Express
Elizabeth, Kiowa & Elbert to Parker
Tuesday, February 16th
Contact 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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Kiowa School Board Meeting
Kiowa Middle School Workroom
Wednesday, February 17th, 6 PM
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Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
TBA
Thursday, February 18th, 11:30 AM to 1 PM
Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant and speakers of interest to the business community.
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Elizabeth School Board Meeting
Elbert Pro Se Divorce and Post-Decree Clinic
Board Room, Superintendent's Office, 634 S. Elbert St., Elizabeth
Thursday, February 18th, 7 PM
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BOCC Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, 215 Comanche St., Hwy 86, Kiowa
Friday, February 19th, 9 AM to Noon
The Elbert & Lincoln County Pro Se Divorce Clinic is a FREE clinic for parties who have no attorney and are going through Dissolution of Marriage, Legal Separation, or Post-Decree cases. All walk-ins are welcome, and will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis. Appointments are also available by contacting 303-50-6088 or morgan@hayday.org.
The Pro Se Clinic is informational only, and is not a substitute for legal representation. The Clinic attorneys do not represent you by virtue of their participation in this clinic. You have the right to retain an attorney of your choice at any time during your case and are advised to do so.
Pro Se litigants will be assisted with filling out forms and general information on divorce and post-decree issues. Questions about protection orders and domestic violence issues are also welcome. Contact Morgan to schedule and appointment at 303-520-6088 http://www.coloradolegalservices.org ****
Sweetheart Spaghetti Dinner, Dance & Silent Auction
Praying Hands Ranch, 11892 E. Hilltop Rd., Parker
Saturday, February 20th, 6 PM to 10 PM
Come enjoy an evening of food, fun and fellowship. Support this great non-profit ranch that serves handicapped children and adults. For more information, please call 303-841-4043 or visit www.prayinghandsranches.com
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Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Wednesday, February 24th
Contact 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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Elbert County Planning Commission Hearing
Meeting Room, Elbert County Health and Environment Building, EC Fairgrounds, 74 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Thursday, February 25th, 7 PM
Agenda is not yet available.
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10th Annual Empty Bowl
Douglas County Event Center in Castle Rock
Friday, March 5th, 6 PM to 9 PM
A soup, bread, desert dinner benefiting victims of domestic violence. For more information, please contact the Women's Crisis & Family Outreach Center at 303-688-1094. The center serves Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties. Tickets may be ordered at http://www.twcfoc.org/events.html.
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Small Acreage Workshop
Elbert Elementary School, 24489 Main St., Elbert
Saturday, March 6th, 9 to 11:30 AM
Registration at 8:30 AM. Grazing Behavior, presented by Ben Berlinger, NRCS, 9 AM to 10:15 AM. Weed Management and ID, presented by Michelle Oldham, El Paso County Noxious Weeds, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. There will be various vendors and informational booths. Please pre-register by February 26th. A minimum of 20 participants is required to hold this seminar. RSVP to CSU Extension, Elbert County, Kiowa Office, 303-621-3162. http://www.kiowacd.org/
