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Elbert County Health & Environment's 2010 Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics have begun. The walk in clinics take place on Tuesdays, from 8 AM to Noon and 1:30 PM to 4 PM, as follows: November 16th, 30th, December 14th and 21st. Appointments are available for Tuesday, November 23rd, and by special request. Contact 303-621-3144 for appointments or more information. Please note: all clinic dates are subject to vaccine availability. Costs: Adult flu, $20; Pneumonia, $50; kids 6 months through 18 years, $14. Medicare with card, the ECHE will file.
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Clinic for Domestic Violence Victims: Date & Time by appointment only. The clinic is held in the Women's Crisis and Family Outreach Center, Bank of the West Building. Contact: 303.621.2701 to set up an appointment. Description: 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.
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From Pam Brewster, Kiowa Conservation District Manager wrote: Seedling Tree Customers, Here is a link to the Colorado State Forest Service Nursery Buyers Guide. It has wonderful color pictures and descriptions of a majority of the plant species available on the order form. Trees for Conservation a buyer’s guide http://csfs.colostate.edu/pages/documents/08byrgd-www.pdf
If you would like to be on the email list for the district, please email Pam at pam.brewster@co.nacdnet.net.
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The Agate and Double El Conservation Districts have also posted their Tree Program; in addition they have an on-line store listing large container trees at http://www.4conservation.org/.
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The Kiowa Creek Community Church Food Bank is collecting non-perishable items for the annual Thanksgiving food baskets provided to needy families in Elbert County. In addition, in these tough times, all the food banks that serve Elbert County would welcome additional non-perishable items. For a comprehensive list of local food banks, hours of operation and contact information, including Kiowa Creek Community Church, please visit http://www.myecco.org/Arc/XFoodbanks.html
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Elbert County This Week
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Elbert County Health & Environment's 2010 Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics
ECHE, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Tuesday, November 23rd, 8 AM to Noon, 1:30 PM to 4 PM
The walk in clinics take place on Tuesdays, as follows: November 30th, December 14th and 21st. Appointments are available for Tuesday, November 23rd, and by special request. Contact 303-621-3144 for appointments or more information. Please note: all clinic dates are subject to vaccine availability. Costs: Adult flu, $20; Pneumonia, $50; kids 6 months through 18 years, $14. Medicare with card, the ECHE will file. http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/event_detail.php?id=327
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The Sticks Click
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, November 23rd, 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 23rd, 2 PM
Everyone is welcome!
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Los Volcanes Restaurant, 796 Kiowa Ave., Elizabeth
Tuesday, November 23rd, 4 PM to 8 PM
Every Tuesday night, Los Volcanes will donate part of the evening's proceeds to the Elizabeth Basketball program. Enjoy a great meal and atmosphere and help your local athletes.
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Kids Night at Western Trails Steakhouse & Lounge
Western Trails Steakhouse, Hwy 86 & CR 33, Between Elizabeth & Kiowa
Tuesday, November 23rd, 5 PM to 7 PM
Come to the steakhouse on Tuesdays for a special night for the kids. Face painting, balloon animals and more. All proceeds go to the Turning Pointe Dance Academy. Call 303-646-8898 for more details. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Fatherhood Group
****Elizabeth Building Readers
Kiowa
Tuesday, November 23rd, 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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Elbert County Libraries Close Early!
Wednesday, November 24th, 5 PM
The libraries will be closing at 5 PM due to the holiday!
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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
Elbert County Board of County Commissioners Meeting
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2nd Floor Meeting Room, County Courthouse, 215 Comanche St., Hwy. 86, Kiowa
Wednesday, November 24th, 9 AM to 4 PM
The Agenda is not posted yet. It will be at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=533&typeid=8
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, November 24th, 9:30 to 10 AM
Hear stories about turkeys! Building Readers is a great way to develop early literacy skills. Building Readers is interactive and gives young children a chance to interact with other children and adults. Building Readers includes reading stories, talking about books, and doing a hands on activity. Building Readers 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 303-646-3416
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Simla Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, November 24th, 10:30 AM
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Bonfils Mobile Blood Drive
Wal-Mart, 2100 Legacy Cir., Elizabeth
Wednesday, November 24th, 2 PM to 6 PM
Give the Gift of Life! Call 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org to make your appointment to give this precious gift.
Al-Anon Meeting - Not meeting due to the holiday.
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Elizabeth Presbyterian Church Basement, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
The meeting will be back on Wednesday, December 1st!
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Pie Fest
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, November 24th, 8 PM to 9 PM
Come for Thanksgiving Services at 7 PM and then stay to enjoy some pie. No need to bring a pie to eat pie, but pies are welcome! Enjoy some wonderful fellowship and some great desserts! http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
Happy Thanksgiving!
Elbert County Offices Closed
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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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Day After Thanksgiving
Elbert County Offices (Kiowa) Closed
Libraries Open
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, November 26th, 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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Artist Reception
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Post Office Shopping Center, Elizabeth
Saturday, November 27th, 9 AM to 5 PM
Prairie Karen represents over 25 United States artisans, selling original jewelry, artwork, and gifts. Come see Prairie Karen Exclusives, Karmel & Matt Timmons, Shannon Wrango & Tuffy Flagler of Kansas Saddlery, Viki Dunigan Ranch Photography, Emily Kitching & Steve Bell of Eclectic Horseman, and Corrine Brown author of Come and Get it...The Saga of Western Dinnerware.
Holly Acres Christmas!
Holly Acres, 5403 Hwy 86, East of Elizabeth
Saturday, November 27th, 9 AM to 5 PM
Fresh cut Christmas Trees, wreaths, garlands, sleigh & pony rides, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, & the Grinch! Christmas crafts, story time with Santa's Elves, food, drink and pictures available. For more information, please contact 303-646-8868.
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, November 27th, 9 AM to 11 AM
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Simla Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, November 27th, 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.
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Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, November 27th, 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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Light the Lights of Kiowa
Start: Town Hall, 404 Comanche St., Hwy 86, Kiowa
Finish: Fellowship Hall, 231 Cheyenne St., Kiowa
Saturday, November 27th, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Elbert Women's Club Breakfast
Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall
Sunday, November 28th, 8 AM to 1 PM
Cost is $6/adult and $3/child. Biscuits and gravy, ham, eggs, pancakes, sausage, coffee/tea and orange drink are included. Proceeds help support the renovation and maintenance of the Hall, located on Elbert Road and built in 1906.
Next Week's Events
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Elbert Library, Elbert
Monday, November 29th, 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
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Simla Library, Simla
Monday, November 29th, 1 PM to 3 PM
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ECHE, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Tuesday, November 30th, 8 AM to Noon, 1:30 PM to 4 PM
The walk in clinics take place on Tuesdays, as follows: November 30th, December 14th and 21st. Appointments are available by special request. Contact 303-621-3144 for appointments or more information. Please note: all clinic dates are subject to vaccine availability. Costs: Adult flu, $20; Pneumonia, $50; kids 6 months through 18 years, $14. Medicare with card, the ECHE will file. http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/event_detail.php?id=327
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Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, November 30th, 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 30th, 2 PM
Everyone is welcome!
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Los Volcanes Restaurant, 796 Kiowa Ave., Elizabeth
Tuesday, November 30th, 4 PM to 8 PM
Every Tuesday night, Los Volcanes will donate part of the evening's proceeds to the Elizabeth Basketball program. Enjoy a great meal and atmosphere and help your local athletes.
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Kids Night at Western Trails Steakhouse & Lounge
Western Trails Steakhouse, Hwy 86 & CR 33, Between Elizabeth & Kiowa
Tuesday, November 30th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Come to the steakhouse on Tuesdays for a special night for the kids. Face painting, balloon animals and more. All proceeds go to the Turning Pointe Dance Academy. Call 303-646-8898 for more details. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Elizabeth Building Readers
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, December 1st, 9:30 to 10 AM
Hear stories about turkeys! Building Readers is a great way to develop early literacy skills. Building Readers is interactive and gives young children a chance to interact with other children and adults. Building Readers includes reading stories, talking about books, and doing a hands on activity. Building Readers 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 303-646-3416
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Simla Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, December 1st, 10:30 AM
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Al-Anon Meeting
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church Basement, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, December 1st, 7 PM to 8 PM
Book study: "How Al-Anon Works for Families & Friends of Alcoholics" From the flyer: "The Al-Anon Family Groups (AFG) are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Al-Anon is not allied with any sect, denomination, political entity, organization, or institution; does not engage in any controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any cause. There are no dues for membership. Al-Anon is self-supporting through its own voluntary contributions. Al-Anon has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics." This meeting is open only to Al-Anon.
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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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Kiowa Friends of the Library Meeting
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Thursday, December 2nd, 2 PM
Join the Friends of the Kiowa Library to helps promote the Kiowa Branch Library in the community, sponsor community events, provide special items for the library and raise funds to help the Kiowa Library in various ways.
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Simla Senior Connection
Simla Library, Simla
Thursday, December 2nd, 2:30 PM
Movie day for seniors
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, December 2nd, 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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Jazz Dinner Dance
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Mystery Book Club
Elizabeth High School
Friday, December 3rd, 6 PM to 9:30 PM
Come for an evening of fun and support your local musicians! Dinner starts at 6PM with the dance from 7PM-9:30PM. Dinner & Dance tickets are $15. Dance only tickets are $5. Come enjoy the food........and all that jazz! Call 303-646-1628 for tickets. Catered by Formaggis
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, December 4th, 9 AM to 11 AM
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17th Annual Elbert County Christmas Craft Show
Casey Jones Pavilion on Hwy. 86, Elizabeth
Saturday, December 4th, 9 AM to 4 PM
Come have lunch and get your holiday shopping done! Get a free picture with Santa! Go enjoy this great tradition and know that all proceeds will be donated. ****
Simla Visit with Santa and Crafts
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, December 4th, 10 AM to 1 PM
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Simla Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, December 4th, 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.
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Alpaca Holiday Boutique
All Saints Ranch, 37666 Saints Tr., Elizabeth (CR 13 & Running Brook, follow signs)
Saturday, December 4th, 10 AM to 6 PM
Gift buying for someone hard to shop for? Then come to this unique shopping experience. Many items ranging from scarves, gloves, socks, jackets, yarn, do-it-yourself kits, toys, household items, bags, quilt batts, and more. Free refreshments will be served. Wine & Snacks on Saturday from 4-6PM. Visa, MasterCard, Discover & personal checks accepted. Questions, call Verlene 888-828-4866 or aha@avertinealpacas.com. http://avertinealpacas.com/ & http://allsaintsranch.com/ Sponsored by All Saints Ranch & Avertine Hill Alpacas.
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Pet Pictures with Santa
Elizabeth Animal Hospital, 330 W. Kiowa Ave., Elizabeth
Saturday, December 4th, 10 AM to 2 PM
Ginger's Legacy is a non-profit organization that assists disadvantaged people with emergency Veterinarian care. Ginger's Legacy will be having their Annual Christmas fundraiser, Pet Pictures with Santa. Elizabeth Animal Hospital will be hosting the event again this year. They are located at 330 W. Kiowa Ave, Elizabeth, Co. 80107. Phone # for more information, (303) 646-2891. There will be refreshments and Santa will be there to take pictures with Pets and their owners. $10.00 donation for each photo w/Christmas card or $20.00 for a CD with all the pictures taken of you and your pet. Please visit our web site for more information about our non-profit organization. www.gingerslegacy.com
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Cookie Decorating
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, December 4th, 10 AM to 1 PM
Be part of a cookie decorating party! The Library will provide the cookies and all the decorations - you provide the creativity. Santa will also be there so bring your camera for a photo.
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Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, December 4th, 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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Cookie Decorating
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Saturday, December 4th, 2 PM to 3 PM
As part of the Olde County Christmas celebration - come early and be part of a cookie decorating party. The Library will provide the cookies and all the decorations - you provide the creativity.
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Olde Country Christmas
Main St., Elizabeth
Saturday, December 4th, 3 PM to 5 PM
Come to a great Family Festival. A Children's Parade starts off the festivities then enjoy live reindeer, Santa & Mrs. Claus, puppet show, food, and more. Call the Chamber for more information 303-646-4287 or director@elizabethchamber.org
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Lions Club Breakfast
Lions Club Meeting Hall, 351 Comanche St., Hwy. 86, Kiowa
Sunday, December 5th, 8 AM to 1 PM
Come join the Lions club 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! Upcoming Events
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners Meeting
2nd Floor Meeting Room, County Courthouse, 215 Comanche St., Hwy. 86, Kiowa
Wednesday, December 8th, 9 AM to 4 PM
The Agenda is not posted yet. It will be at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=534&typeid=8
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Elizabeth School District Board Meeting
Board Room, Superintendent's Office, 634 S. Elbert St., Elizabeth
Thursday, December 9th, 7 PM
The Agenda is not yet posted. It will be at http://elizabeth.k12.co.us/
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Cookie Decorating
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Saturday, December 10th, 1 PM to 3 PM
Be part of a cookie decorating party! The Library will provide the cookies and all the decorations - you provide the creativity. You can also make Holiday crafts and take them home. Seasonal stories will be read to you by one of Santa's elves!
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Elbert County Health & Environment's 2010 Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics
Cookie Decorating
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Saturday, December 11th, 11 AM to 1PM
Be part of a cookie decorating party! The Library will provide the cookies and all the decorations - you provide the creativity. You can also make Holiday crafts and take them home. Seasonal stories will be read to you by one of Santa's elves!
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ECHE, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Tuesday, December 14th, 8 AM to Noon, 1:30 PM to 4 PM
The walk in clinics take place on Tuesdays, as follows: December 21st. Appointments are available for Tuesday, November 23rd, and by special request. Contact 303-621-3144 for appointments or more information. Please note: all clinic dates are subject to vaccine availability. Costs: Adult flu, $20; Pneumonia, $50; kids 6 months through 18 years, $14. Medicare with card, the ECHE will file. http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/event_detail.php?id=327
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Town of Kiowa Board of Trustees Meeting
Town Hall, 404 Comanche St., Kiowa
Tuesday, December 14th, 7 PM
Elizabeth Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Luncheon
Spring Valley Golf Club
Thursday, December 16th, 11:30 AM to 1 PM
Events will include presentation of Business/Individual of the Year Award; Voting for the Board of Directors; Special presentation on the future of the Chamber. Cost: $15/person, cash or check only, and includes buffet lunch. Reservations are required and must be made no later than Friday, December 10th. Please RSVP to Beverly at 303-646-4287 or director@elizabethchamber.org. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/eventsM.htm
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Elbert County Health & Environment's 2010 Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics
ECHE, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Tuesday, December 21st, 8 AM to Noon, 1:30 PM to 4 PM
Walk-in Clinic. Appointments are also available by special request. Contact 303-621-3144 for appointments or more information. Please note: all clinic dates are subject to vaccine availability. Costs: Adult flu, $20; Pneumonia, $50; kids 6 months through 18 years, $14. Medicare with card, the ECHE will file. http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/event_detail.php?id=327
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