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/
The Pueblo Rescue: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRLkq9lkcB0
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County Party Websites:
Republican: http://ecrgop.com/
Democrat: http://www.elbertcodems.com/
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State Party Websites
Republican: http://www.cologop.org
Democrat: http://www.coloradodems.org/
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The 2010 precinct caucuses will be held Tuesday, March 16th. If you are a registered Democrat or Republican, you are encouraged to attend the caucuses and participate in the candidate nomination process, present platform items and vote for your precinct's representative to the respective party's central committee. This is grass-roots participation, and ground-up decision making at work!
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The 2010 election cycle includes district elections for the local municipal, metropolitan and special districts. Municipal (town) elections will be held April 6th. Metropolitan and special district elections will be held Tuesday, May 4th between 7 AM and 7 PM. Applications for Mail-in-Ballots must be received by the District Designated Election Officials (DEO) no later than close of business, by mail Tuesday, April 27, 2010, or by hand delivery by Friday, April 30, 2010. Those interested in running for and serving on the Board of Directors of a district in which they are a member must have filed their Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form with the DEO previous to close of business, Friday, February 26th. A list of the districts that have provided public notices of positions open for elections is located here: http://abe21-events.blogspot.com/2010_02_21_archive.html#566227724400220381
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Last day for ordering seedling trees, if you are in the Double El/Agate Conservation District is March 15th. For more information, please visit http://www.4conservation.org/
If you are in the Kiowa Conservation District, the last day to order seedling trees is March 24th. For more information, please visit http://www.kiowacd.org/Products/SeedlingTrees/seedlingtrees.htm.
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Elbert County This Week
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The Sticks Click
Knitting Club
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Story Time
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Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Denver
Monday, March 8th
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 to Parker & Colorado Springs
Monday, March 8th
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
Clinic for Domestic Violence Victims
Women's Crisis and Family Outreach Center, Bank of the West Building, 440 Comanche St., Hwy 86, Kiowa
Monday, March 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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Movie Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, March 8th, 4 PM
"Beverly Hills Chihuahua"
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Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, March 9th, 1 PM to 5 PM
Come and go knitting, crocheting, sewing or quilting. Free instruction, all levels welcome. Free yarn available, and knitting needles available for purchase at cost. Contact: Carol 719-541-2573
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, March 9th, 2 to 3:30 PM
Everyone is welcome!
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Business After Hours
Big R Store, 650 West Beverly St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 9th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Special date for this time to meet the managers of your local store and see what they can offer you! Network and enjoy some refreshments. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/eventsM.htm
A Hedge Against Rising Food Cost
Elizabeth Middle School Cafeteria
Tuesday, March 9th, 7 PM to 9 PM
From "Lett-uce" Inform You: Dr. David Whiting presents his seminar on vegetables... Dr Whiting will discuss the varieties of vegetables that do well at our altitude and with our short season. Get information about soil preparation, raised beds, protecting the garden from critters, and sustainable and perennial vegetables and herbs such as asparagus, rhubarb, thyme, oregano, and more. In addition, there will be discussion about last summer's growing season - successes, failures, and what to do if we have another cool, rainy growing season. The fee is $5.00. Please RSVP for each class by calling the Elbert County Extension Office in Kiowa (303-621-3162) or Simla (719-541-2361). There is a minimum attendance of 15 for the seminar to be held. http://elbert.colostate.edu/hor.shtml
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Town of Elizabeth Trustees Meetings
Town Hall, 351 Main St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 9th, 7 PM
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Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 10th, 8:30 to 10:15 AM
"Wishes" - Story time includes stories and crafts for children from toddler through preschool age. It is a fun time for parents and children to interact and meet with others in the community.
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners' Meeting
2nd Floor Meeting Room, 215 Comanche St., Hwy. 86, Kiowa
Wednesday, March 10th, 9 AM to 4 PM
The Agenda is not yet posted, but will be at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=508&typeid=8
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Elbert Schools Parent Teacher Conferences
Elbert School, Elbert
Wednesday, March 10th, 5 to 8 PM
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Senior Connection
Simla Library, Simla
Thursday, March 11th, 1 PM to 2 PM
Senior Craft Day
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Elbert Schools Parent Teacher Conferences
Elbert School, Elbert
Thursday, March 11th, 5 to 8 PM
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Elizabeth School Board Meeting
Board Room, Superintendent's Office, 634 S. Elbert St., Elizabeth
Thursday, March 11th, 7 PM
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Double El Conservation District Meeting
Simla Library, Simla
Thursday, March 11th, 7 PM
The board will discuss the district's finances related to investment accounts and mortgage liabilities. For more information regarding the meeting, please contact the district office at 719-541-2359, ext. 101. The meeting will be rescheduled in the event of bad weather. (Ranchland News) http://www.4conservation.org/
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Friends of the Library
Simla Library, Simla
Friday, March 12th, 9 AM
Friends of the Library monthly meeting. All interested persons are welcome. We advocate for our library in many ways. Come join us and share your support! Contact: Shanna 719-541-2573
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Story Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, March 12th, 10:30 AM
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Kiss the Blarney Show - Southern Colorado Australian Sheep Dog Club
Elbert County Fairgrounds, 75 Ute, Kiowa
Saturday, March 13th, 8 AM Registration, Confirmations and Shows 9 AM
For the schedule of events, please go to http://www.southerncoloradoasc.com/March%202010.pdf.
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Diverse and Rowdy Readers Book Club
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, March 13th, 9:30 AM
Diverse & Rowdy Readers Book Club's March pick is "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin. Contact: Patty 719-541-2573
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Story Time
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Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, March 13th, 10:30 AM
Kiss the Blarney Show - Southern Colorado Australian Sheep Dog Club
Elbert County Fairgrounds, 75 Ute, Kiowa
Sunday, March 14th, 8 AM Registration, Confirmations and Shows, 9 AM
For the schedule of events, please go to http://www.southerncoloradoasc.com/March%202010.pdf.
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Next Week in Elbert County
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Daylight Savings Time Start!
Don't forget to move your clock forward one hour!
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Outback Express
Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Monday, March 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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Marvelous Mondays
Simla Library, Simla
Monday, March 15th, 1 PM to 3 PM
"St. Patrick's Day" themes for grades K through 5. Contact Patty for more information at 719-541-2573.
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Movie Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, March 15th, 4 PM
"Dragon Hunter"
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Department of Wildlife - Hunter Outreach Meeting
Simla Library, Simla
Monday, March 15th, 7 PM
Meet the local Wildlife Officers; learn more about changes to the Big Game Hunting Seasons; One-on-one assistance with hunting license applications; and a Question and Answer session. For more information, please visit http://wildlife.state.co.us/Hunting/HunterOutreach/ClinicsAndSeminars/
Outback Express
Elizabeth, Kiowa & Elbert to Parker
Tuesday, March 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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The Sticks Click
Knitting Club
Story Time
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After School Book Club
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Outback Express
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Senior Connection
Elbert Pro Se Divorce and Post-Decree Clinic
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Quilt and Sew
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Bluegrass Jam
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Upcoming Events in Elbert County
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, March 16th, 1 PM to 5 PM
Come and go knitting, crocheting, sewing or quilting. Free instruction, all levels welcome. Free yarn available, and knitting needles available for purchase at cost. Contact: Carol 719-541-2573
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, March 16th, 2 to 3:30 PM
Everyone is welcome!
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Ooey Gooey Science
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 16th, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Fun, hands-on science for elementary age kids. This month's subject is Insta Freeze. Space is limited, so please phone in to be included on the list! Contact Elizabeth at 303-646-3416
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Precinct Caucuses
See the ECGOP http://ecrgop.com/home/index.php?option=com_content&view=frontpage&Itemid=112 and ECDEMs http://www.elbertcodems.com/gpage2.html, websites for locations by precinct
Tuesday, March 16th, 7 PM to 9 PM
To participate, you must be signed in at your precinct location by 7 PM. This is your opportunity to be on the "ground floor" of party decision making! Nominate and support your candidates, party platform items, and your precinct's representation on the Central Committee.
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Book Club
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 16th, 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Basilica by R.A. Scotti
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Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 17th, 9:30 to 10 AM
St. Patrick's Day - Story time includes stories and crafts for children from toddler through preschool age. It is a fun time for parents and children to interact and meet with others in the community.
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Creative Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, March 17th, 10:30 AM
"St. Patrick's Day" theme, stories, creative movement, crafts and a snack for pre-schoolers. For more information, contact Carol or Patty at 719-541-2573.
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Fundraiser for Community Family Movie Nights
Cosentino's Diner in Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 17th, 3 PM to 8 PM
A complete corned beef dinner for $13.95 and green beer for $1.25 to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. No reservations will be taken, first come first serve! You will be supporting the local community, as Cosentino's will be donating a portion of the evening's profits to a local group of community organizations that will be sponsoring Community Family Movie Nights at the new library location at 651 W. Beverly St. in Elizabeth, starting in April, 2010. Parents may drop off their children or go as a family to the movies. Local businesses will offer specials to those parents wanting a night out while their children enjoy the show!
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 17th, 4 PM to 4:45 PM
The After School Book Club is a fun way for independent readers to meet and talk about books. Parents are welcomed and encouraged to read the books and enter into the discussions. let us know ahead of time and the library will get a copy of the book for you! Contact Jan at 303-646-3416.
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Kiowa School Board Meeting
Middle School Workroom, Kiowa
Wednesday, March 17th, 5 PM
This meeting will begin with a work session. http://www.kiowaschool.org/Board.htm
Elbert Women's Club St. Patrick's Day Dinner
Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall, Elbert Rd., Elbert
Wednesday, March 17th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Dinner includes Dinner includes corned beef, red potatoes/carrots, cabbage, soda bread, dessert, and drink. $12 adult/$5 kids 10 and under. Proceeds go toward the renovation and maintenance of the Hall, built in 1906.
Limon & Agate to Denver
Thursday, March 18th
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
Simla Library, Simla
Thursday, March 18th, 1 PM
Movie Day for seniors. For more information, contact Patty at 719-541-2573.
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Friends of the Library
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Thursday, March 18th, 2 PM
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Teen Game Night
Elbert Library, Elbert
Thursday, March 18th, 5PM
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Relay for Life, Elbert County Team Captain's Meeting
Pawnee Hills Community Association Clubhouse, 35644 Cheyenne Trail, Elizabeth
Thursday, March 18th
The Team Captain meeting for Elbert County will have their first meeting, Thursday, March 18th. Community members are invited to attend, learn about Relay for Life and the fun of participating!
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BOCC Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, 215 Comanche St., Hwy 86, Kiowa
Friday, March 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 Story Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, March 19th, 10:30 AM
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Hunters' Safety Class
Exhibit Hall, Elbert County Fairgrounds, 75 Ute St., Kiowa-Bennett Rd., Kiowa
Friday, March 19th through Sunday, March 21st
CSU Extension, 303-621-3162
Department of Wildlife - Hunter Outreach Meeting
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, March 19th, 7 PM
Meet the local Wildlife Officers; learn more about changes to the Big Game Hunting Seasons; One-on-one assistance with hunting license applications; and a Question and Answer session. For more information, please visit http://wildlife.state.co.us/Hunting/HunterOutreach/ClinicsAndSeminars/
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National Weather Service Weather Spotter Class
Rattlesnake Fire Department, 46200 Coal Creek Dr., Parker
Saturday, March 20th, 9 AM to 12 PM
RSVP with Cory Stark, 303-805-6132
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, March 20th, 10 AM to 1 PM
Come and go quilt, knit, crochet and sew group. All levels welcome, free instruction provided. For more information, contact Carol at 719-541-2573.
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Total Bird Health Seminar Part 1: Feed Your Parrot Well
Nutrition and Cooking for Your Bird
The Gabriel Foundation Aviary & Adoption Center, 39520 CR 13, Elizabeth
Saturday, March 20th, 10 AM to 1:30 PM
Lecture on diet, nutrition, safe and unsafe foods, sprouting. Demonstration and food preparation included. Students will take prepared food home with them. Lunch will be served. Limit: 15 Participants. $25 for members, $30 non-members. Register by March 10th for 10% off! Contact Patti at 303-629-5900, ext. 213 or patti@thegabrielfoundation.org
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Story Time
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, March 20th, 10:30 AM
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"Ask an Architect"
154 E. Kiowa Ave., Elizabeth
Saturday, March 20th, 11 AM to 4 PM
Open House and "Ask an Architect" continues from the Ribbon Cutting on March 5th.
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, March 20th 1 PM
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Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Wednesday, March 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 Board of County Commissioners' Meeting
2nd Floor Meeting Room, 215 Comanche St., Hwy. 86, Kiowa
Wednesday, March 24th, 9 AM to 4 PM
The Agenda is not yet posted, but will be at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=509&typeid=8
High Plains Australian Shepherd Club's March into Spring Shows
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Elbert County Fairgrounds, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Saturday, March 27th, 8 AM Show Registration
1 day for 2 confirmation shows. For a list and schedule of shows and classes, please visit the High Plains Australian Shepherd Club website at http://highplainsasc.org/events.html
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National Weather Service Weather Spotter Class
LDS Church, 34200 County Rd. 17, Elizabeth
Saturday, March 27th, 9 AM to 12 PM
RSVP with Cory Stark at 303-805-6132
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ECCO Easter Egg Hunt
Elbert County Fairgrounds
Saturday, March 27th, 10 AM to 12 PM
Community Egg Hunt. Bring a basket and have some fun! Refreshments, free prizes, silent auction. Bring canned goods for the local food banks.
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Free Public CPR Class
Elbert County Health & Environment, 75 Ute Ave., north end of the Fairgrounds
Sunday, April 4th, 8 AM to Noon
For more information, contact Cory Stark at 303-805-6132 or cory.stark@elbertcounty-co.gov
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Elbert County Mentor's Training
Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Monday, April 5th, 5:30 to 7 :30 PM
Contact 303-621-3215; http://elbertcountymentoring.org/newsletter.htm
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Tuesday, April 6th, 7 AM to 7 PM
Town of Elizabeth: 5 of 6 Board of Trustees, and the Mayor
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National Weather Service Weather Spotter Class
LDS Church, 34200 County Rd. 17, Elizabeth
Tuesday, April 6th, 6:30 PM to 9 PM
RSVP with Cory Stark at 303-805-6132
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Kiowa Soil Conservation Tree Day
Elbert County Fairgrounds, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa-Bennett Rd., Kiowa
Thursday, April 6th
For those who have ordered trees through the Kiowa Conservation District, they will be available to pick up at the Ag Building on April 6th.
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Amendment to the Elbert County Zoning Regulations
Elbert County Planning Commission Hearing
Bijou Room, Elbert County Health Building, 75 Ute St., Kiowa Bennett Rd., Kiowa
Thursday, April 8th, 7 PM
Notice in the Ranchland News, February 25, 2010. Current copies of the EC Zoning and Subdivision Regulations may be found here: http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/dept_CommunityandDevelopmentServices.php. The application for changes may be found on file at the EC Community & Development Office, 251 Comanche, Hwy 86, Kiowa. Contact: 303-621-3136.
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Putting Down Roots In Elbert County
The Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Saturday, April 10th, 9 AM to 11 AM
From the Elbert County Extension Website: The Master Gardeners present Putting Down Roots in Elbert County. This seminar is presented to help you with your new seedlings from the Kiowa Conservation District. Topics covered will include proper planting of potted versus bare root plants, use of weed barrier fabric, use of fertilizer, mulching and watering, and protection from wildlife. Come prepared to plant your bare root native plum seedling and take it home with you. The fee is $10.00.Please RSVP for each class by calling the Elbert County Extension Office in Kiowa (303-621-3162) or Simla (719-541-2361). There is a minimum attendance of 15 for the seminar to be held. http://elbert.colostate.edu/sem.shtml.
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners' Meeting
2nd Floor Hearing Room, 251 Comanche St., Hwy. 86, Kiowa
Wednesday, April 25th, 9 AM
Public Notice in the Ranchland News: The BOCC is tentatively scheduled to hear changes to the EC Zoning Regulations. The Planning Commission hearing is scheduled for Thursday, April 8th.
The application for changes is on file with the EC Community & Development Office, same address as the meeting. Contact 303-621-3136.
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Creating a Continuously Blooming Garden
Elizabeth Middle School Cafeteria, Elizabeth
Wednesday, April 28, 7 PM to 9 PM
From the Elbert County Extension Website: David Vande Casteele presents his seminar on boundless blooms: Creating a Continuous Blooming Garden. David is a Master Gardener with Arapahoe County and brings over 20 years experience and knowledge in growing successful gardens of all types in Colorado's challenging climate. This seminar will help you with plant selection, design tips, and cultural practices. Attendees will receive 3 professionally designed garden layout samples to take home. The fee is $5.00. Please RSVP for each class by calling the Elbert County Extension Office in Kiowa (303-621-3162) or Simla (719-541-2361). There is a minimum attendance of 15 for the seminar to be held. http://elbert.colostate.edu/sem.shtml.
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Spring Auction
Elbert County Fairgrounds
Saturday, May 1st and Sunday May 2nd
