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Do you want to vote from the comfort of your own home? Take your time researching the issues and candidates? To request a mail-in ballot for the 2010 General Election, please visit http://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/elections/vote/mib_application_eng_clr.pdf
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Early voting ends Friday, October 29th at 4:30 PM. If you would like to vote before Election Day, but not by mail in ballot, please visit the Elbert County Public Health Building's Bijou Room, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa. http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/documents/Polling%20locations1.pdf
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Elbert County This Week
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Simla Library, Simla
Monday, October 25th, 9 AM
Friends of the Library monthly meeting. All interested persons are welcome. We advocate for our library in many ways. Book sales are held at Simla Days in June and on Labor Day in the Simla City Park. The annual Silent Auction is held in November. Come join us and share your support!
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Simla Library, Simla
Monday, October 25th, 1 PM to 3 PM
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Gardener's Gathering
Elbert Library, Elbert
Monday, October 25th, 1 PM
Many gardener's meet to exchange ideas, seeds, catalogs and a great deal of enthusiasm. Contact Gayle Greshem for more information at 303-648-3533.
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Double El Conservation District Annual Meeting & Dinner
Big Sandy School, 609 Pueblo Ave., Simla
Monday, October 25th, 6:30 PM
$5 per person, reservations required. Please contact 719-541-2359, ext. 101
The Sticks Click
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Knitting Club
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, October 26th, 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
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, October 26th, 2 PM
Everyone is welcome!
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Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Wednesday, October 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
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, October 27th, 9:30 to 10:15 AM
Let's hear about pumpkins! Story time is a great way to develop early literacy skills. Story time is interactive and gives young children a chance to interact with other children and adults. Story time includes reading stories, talking about books, and doing a hands on activity. Story time usually lasts about 30 minutes. Parents and caregivers can also take time to meet other families and check out some books to read at home. Contact: Jan Gabehart, 303-646-3792.
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioner's Meeting
2nd Floor Meeting Room, 215 Comanche St., Kiowa
Wednesday, October 27th, 9 AM
The Agenda is not yet posted. It will be at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=531&typeid=8
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Pet Health Fair for Dogs & Cats
Elizabeth Animal Hospital, 330 W. Kiowa Ave, Elizabeth
Wednesday, October 27th, 4 PM to 8 PM
Give your pet a treat!! Diagnostic screening at low cost. Then take the results to your family veterinarian and gain peace of mind. Catch disease in its early stages. Blood Test $50 X-rays $50. Micro chipping & registration for $35. No appointment needed. For details call 303-646-2891 or visit www.elizabethanimalhospital.com. VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, CareCredit & Cash only.
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Simla Cares Community Pizza Party
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, October 27th, 6 PM
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Ribbon Cutting at Riggs Chiropractic
240 S. Elizabeth St., Unit H-1, Elizabeth
Thursday, October 28th, 4:30 PM to 6 PM
Come welcome Dwayne Riggs to Elizabeth and visit his chiropractic clinic. Come for the ribbon cutting at 4:30 PM and then stay for an Open House to see his practice. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendar.htm
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The Meeting Room, Elbert County Health & Environment Building, 75 Ute St., Kiowa
Thursday, October 28th, 7 PM
The Agenda is not posted yet. It will be at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=541&typeid=10
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, October 29th, 10:30 AM
Books from favorite authors. Story time is a great way to develop early literacy skills. Story time is interactive and gives young children a chance to interact with other children and adults. Story time includes reading stories, talking about books, and doing a hands on activity. Story time usually lasts about 30 minutes. Parents and caregivers can also take time to meet other families and check out some books to read at home. Contact Sue for more information at 303-621-2111.
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Ribbon Cutting at Garden Fairy Apothecary
244 Main St., Elizabeth
Friday, October 29th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Come welcome Katie & Doug to their new store front location! Enjoy wine & dark chocolate, and see what they can offer you! http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendar.htm
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Pinecrest Church Annual Harvest Festival
Pinecrest Church, 7165 N Delbert Rd., Parker
Friday, October 29th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Future for Families Gala
Marriott Park Meadows
Friday, October 29th 6 PM to 11 PM
Come celebrate the Women's Crisis & Family Outreach Centers 25th Anniversary and 3rd Annual Charity Gala. This event is an evening of cocktail reception, dinner, dancing, live and silent auction and live entertainment. This event brings together approximately 350 wonderful WCFOC supporters in an elegant, memorable, and fun time. A small program is included with the evening. To inquire about Corporate Sponsorships please contact Ann Carter, acarter@twcfoc.org. To inquire about table purchases, please contact Alison Montgomery, montgomery@twcfoc.org. To purchase tickets for our events please call 303-688-1094. Also, tickets will be available online in September. Visit www.futurerforfamiliesgala.com
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FREE - Small Acreage Landowner Seminar
Exhibit Bldg., Elbert County Fairgrounds, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Saturday, October 30th, 8:30 AM Registration, 9 AM to 2 PM
Topics: Wells & Water Quantity; Septic Systems & Water Quality; Grazing and Pasture Management; Noxious Weed ID and Control Methods; Wildlife Conflicts. Lunch provided! Must RSVP by October 27th to 303-621-2070, ext. 101 or by email to pam.brewster@co.nacdnet.net.
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Mystery Book Club
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, October 30th, 9 AM
Story Time
Story Time
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, October 30th, 10 AM
Books from favorite authors. Story time is a great way to develop early literacy skills. Story time is interactive and gives young children a chance to interact with other children and adults. Story time includes reading stories, talking about books, and doing a hands on activity. Story time usually lasts about 30 minutes. Parents and caregivers can also take time to meet other families and check out some books to read at home. For more information, please contact Gayle at 303-648-5355.
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Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, October 30th, 10:30 AM
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Elizabeth Harvest Festival & Trick or Treat Walk
Main Street, Elizabeth
Saturday, October 30th, 12 PM to 3 PM
The festival will feature booths of antiques, art, crafts, food, handmade wares, services and products. To participate as a vendor, booth sizes and pricing, or for more information, please visit http://www.elizabethchamber.org/eventsM.htm.
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2011 Seedling Tree Program Begins! Order Forms become available on the Conservation Districts Websites. Orders are accepted November, 2010 through Mid March, 2011. The Kiowa, Agate and Double El Conservation Districts are able to sell these trees in cooperation with the Colorado State Forest Service Nursery. These trees are to be planted for conservation purposes such as windbreaks, snow fences, wildlife habitat, erosion control and reforestation. (The annual Small Acreage Landowner Seminar, http://www.kiowacd.org/, will be Saturday, October 30th, & the Windbreak Design Assistant Workshop will be 12/1/2010. See below for details) Landowners preorder and pay for the trees during the order window (November through Mid March). Trees are distributed early April in time for spring planting. For more information, please call the Kiowa CD office at 303-621-2070, ext. 101, or visit http://www.kiowacd.org/ and the Double El/Agate CDs at 719-541-2359, ext. 101 or visit http://www.4conservation.org/.
Outback Express
Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Monday, November 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
Elbert Story Time
Elbert Library, Elbert
Monday, November 1st, 10 AM to 11 AM
Books from favorite authors. Story time is a great way to develop early literacy skills. Story time is interactive and gives young children a chance to interact with other children and adults. Story time includes reading stories, talking about books, and doing a hands on activity. Story time usually lasts about 30 minutes. Parents and caregivers can also take time to meet other families and check out some books to read at home. Contact Gayle for more information - 303-648-3533
Simla Library, Simla
Monday, November 1st, 1 PM to 3 PM
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Election Day!
Polling places may be found here: http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/documents/Polling%20locations1.pdf
Tuesday, November 2nd, 7 AM t 7 PM
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Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Tuesday, November 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
Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Denver
Tuesday, November 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
Outback Express
Elizabeth, Kiowa & Elbert to Parker
Tuesday, November 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
The Sticks Click
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Knitting Club
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, November 2nd, 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
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, November 2nd, 2 PM
Everyone is welcome!
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Elbert Friends of the Library Meeting
Elbert Library, Elbert
Tuesday, November 2nd, 4:30
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Kiowa Lions Club Meeting
Lions Club Meeting Hall, 351 Comanche St., Hwy 86, Kiowa
Tuesday, November 2nd, 7 PM
Come join us for dinner and find out what this wonderful service club is all about!
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, November 3rd, 9:30 to 10:15 AM
Story time is a great way to develop early literacy skills. Story time is interactive and gives young children a chance to interact with other children and adults. Story time includes reading stories, talking about books, and doing a hands on activity. Story time usually lasts about 30 minutes. Parents and caregivers can also take time to meet other families and check out some books to read at home. Contact: Jan Gabehart, 303-646-3792.
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Simla Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, November 3rd, 10:30 AM
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Simla Holiday Party
Simla Library, Simla
Thursday, November 4th, 10 AM
Visit with Santa. Crafts! Contact the library at 719-541-2573 for more information.
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Simla Senior Connection
Simla Library, Simla
Thursday, November 4th, 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Movie day for seniors. Contact Patty at 719-541-2573 for more information.
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Elizabeth School Board Meeting
Superintendents Office, 634 S. Elbert St., Elizabeth
Thursday, November 4th, 7 PM
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, November 5th, 10:30 AM
Books from favorite authors. Story time is a great way to develop early literacy skills. Story time is interactive and gives young children a chance to interact with other children and adults. Story time includes reading stories, talking about books, and doing a hands on activity. Story time usually lasts about 30 minutes. Parents and caregivers can also take time to meet other families and check out some books to read at home. Contact Sue for more information at 303-621-2111.
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Ribbon Cutting at the Smells Good Store
211A Main St., Elizabeth
Friday, November 5th, 5 PM to 6 PM
Help welcome Vickie as we celebrate the opening of her new store! See all the wonderful items she has inside and talk to Vickie on how she can make your home or office smell good! http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendar.htm
Mystery Book Club
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, November 6th, 9 AM to 11 AM
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Simla Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, November 6th, 10 AM
Books from favorite authors. Story time is a great way to develop early literacy skills. Story time is interactive and gives young children a chance to interact with other children and adults. Story time includes reading stories, talking about books, and doing a hands on activity. Story time usually lasts about 30 minutes. Parents and caregivers can also take time to meet other families and check out some books to read at home. Contact Patty or Carol at 719-541-2573 for more information.
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Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, November 6th, 10:30 AM
Books from favorite authors. Story time is a great way to develop early literacy skills. Story time is interactive and gives young children a chance to interact with other children and adults. Story time includes reading stories, talking about books, and doing a hands on activity. Story time usually lasts about 30 minutes. Parents and caregivers can also take time to meet other families and check out some books to read at home. For more information, please contact Gayle at 303-648-5355.
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Elbert Bluegrass Jam
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, November 6th, 1 PM
Lions Club Breakfast
Lions Club Meeting Hall,
Sunday, November 7th, 8 AM to 1 PM
Come join us at the Lions Club Meeting Hall in Kiowa for an all-you-can-eat breakfast of pancakes, sausage, bacon, eggs & toast. Orange juice and coffee are included. Adults $6, children 12 and under $3. Proceeds are used to support local charities, fundraisers, and the Lions Club goal of eliminating childhood blindness! Proceeds from the November Breakfast will go to support the Kiowa Creek Community Church Food Bank. The food bank serves Kiowa area residents, who can use it up to three times per year. It is open four days a week, and provides a Thanksgiving Food Basket to needy families in Elbert County. For more information, or to donate, please contact 303-621-2376. http://www.myecco.org/Foodbanks.html
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Upcoming Events
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Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Denver
Tuesday, November 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
Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Tuesday, November 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
Outback Express
Elizabeth to Parker/Colorado Springs
Tuesday, November 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
Fatherhood Group
Kiowa
Tuesday, November 9th, 6 PM
These groups are for non-custodial and custodial fathers and meets every Tuesday for 6 weeks. This is a great opportunity to interact with other fathers; you are not the only one dealing with the difficulties that come along with relationships and fatherhood. William T. Madden of Life's Changes will facilitate. Please contact William Madden at 720-331-3177. http://myecco.org/FatherhoodFlyer.html
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Elizabeth Board of Trustees Meeting
Town Hall, 321 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, November 9th, 7 PM
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Elbert County Development Council
Kiowa Lions Club Meeting Hall, 351 Comanche St., Kiowa
Monday, November 1st, 7 PM
Discussion will include sites on the I-70 corridor, plus additional items.
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2nd Floor Meeting Room, County Courthouse, 215 Comanche St., Hwy. 86, Kiowa
Wednesday, November 11th, 9 AM to 4 PM
The Agenda is not posted yet. It will be at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=532&typeid=8
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Business After Hours
Ed Robinson, Re/Max Accord, 384 W. Kiowa Ave., Kiowa
Wednesday, November 11th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Meet Ed and the rest of the office, network and enjoy some refreshments! http://www.elizabethchamber.org/eventsM.htm
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The Carlson Building, 239 Main St., Elizabeth
Friday, November 12th, 11:30 AM to 1 PM
The High Prairie Business Women's Association meets on the second Friday of each month, usually at the Carlson Building, in Elizabeth, Colorado. The brown-bag lunch convenes around 11:30 a.m. with a short period of social time followed by a member presentation and/or a guest speaker. Wrap up is about 1:00 p.m. From June through August, all meetings are strictly social, allowing us to get to know one another better. On occasion, the group meets at a local restaurant for a change of pace. Occasionally, we even enjoy a field trip. For more information, visit www.highprairiebusiesswomen.com, contact Janet Wilson at 303-646-6132.
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Elbert Women's Club 44th Annual Christmas Bazaar
Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall, Elbert
Saturday, November 13th, 9 AM to 4 PM
Have lunch, a famous apple dumpling and shop for unique handcrafted gifts. Dozens of crafters at the Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall and at the Elbert School lunchroom. Elbert is 16 miles N of Highway 24 and 10 miles S of Kiowa on Elbert Road. For info call 303-648-3118 or 303-841-1047.
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Outback Express
Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Monday, November 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
Outback Express
Elizabeth, Kiowa & Elbert to Parker
Tuesday, November 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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Lawyer at the Library
Limon Library, Limon
Tuesday, November 16th, 6 PM to 9 PM
The 18thJudicial District Access to Justice Committee and Your Public Library announce a new FREE Legal Clinic for Elbert & Lincoln Counties to provide legal assistance to litigants who have no attorney Lawyers at the Library is a FREE legal clinic for parties who have no attorney. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms, and explain the process and procedure for the areas of family law, civil litigation, criminal defense, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law and civil protection orders.The Lawyers at the Library 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 Clinic is FREE, and all attendees are seen one-on-one by a volunteer lawyer, on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Denver
Thursday, November 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
Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Wednesday, November 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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Turkey Rock Trot
Douglas County Events Center, Castle Rock
Thursday, November 25th, 8:30 AM to 10 AM
Have some fun on Thanksgiving Day by entering this Family Walk/Run. Registration starts at 8:30AM and the race starts at 9:30. Preregister at www.rocktrot.com. Bring a non-perishable food donation to donate to the Douglas/Elbert Task Force Food Bank. Proceeds will benefit the Douglas/Elbert Task Force. To be a sponsor or volunteer, go to www.rocktrot.com
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Windbreak Workshop
Frontier High School, 589 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, December 1st, 7 PM
Staff from the Colorado State Forest Service and the Natural Resources Conservation Service will be available to assist participants in their windbreak design and to answer any question you may have. Please RSVP to 303-621-2070, ext. 101. If you have not yet attended this seminar, I highly recommend it. www.kiowacd.org
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Olde Country Christmas
Main St., Elizabeth
