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Due to weather, the Elbert County Historical Society meeting scheduled for Sunday, February 6th has been moved to Sunday, February 20th, at 2 PM. The meeting will be held at the Kiowa Senior Center.
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There are several opportunities to get some FREE tax preparation help in Elbert County. Tuesdays in Kiowa, Fridays in Elizabeth, and alternate Tuesdays in Simla.
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From the Elbert County Library site: "To celebrate Library Lover’s Month, each branch library encourages you to visit and vote for your favorite programs, materials, and services that the libraries offer. Let the staff know what you value most about your libraries, and how the libraries might best serve your needs. In addition, during this special month, share the love! Why not share a few words with your friends, family, and co-workers about the libraries and encourage them to check us out?!
Try the return on investment calculator to see how much value is received from a single tax dollar. http://www.lrs.org/public/roi/usercalculator.php (one book per month and no other services used, you'd receive $5.11 in value per tax dollar)
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February edition of the 4-H News is posted at http://elbert.colostate.edu/4hy.shtml. You may subscribe to the newsletter at the same webpage by clicking on "Subscribe to 4-H Current".
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Did you know that the Colorado Extension has a page with resources for small acre management? You can visit their site at www.ext.colostate.edu/sam. Take a moment to watch the bindweed video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wh1dVcrsIU4
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Elbert County This Week
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Elbert Library, Elbert
Monday, February 14th, 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 Gayle for more information - 303-648-3533
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Simla Library, Simla
Monday, February 14th, 1 PM to 3 PM
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, February 14th, 7 PM
Start the new year off right and join us for a great time at our book club. This month's book is Cold Sassy Tree by Olive Ann Burns. Call 303-621-2111 for more information.
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Outback Express
Elizabeth, Kiowa & Elbert to Parker
Tuesday, 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
Elizabeth Workforce Center, 240 S. Elizabeth St., Ste. A-1, Elizabeth
Tuesday, February 15th, 10 AM to 12 PM
Get some free assistance from these IRS certified counselors. The Colorado East Community Action Agency will be hosting these clinics. Call 719-348-5303 with questions. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, February 15th, 2 PM
Everyone is welcome!
EC Library District Singing Hills Service Outlet
The Sticks Click
Singing Hills Fire Station, 41002 Fire House St., Parker
Tuesday, February 15th, 3 PM to 6 PM
The site will provide in northern Elbert County a place to check out materials, return materials and a computer with Internet access for the public. The outlet will be staffed on Tuesday evenings, from 3 pm to 6 pm and Saturday morning, from 9 am to 11 am. Contact the Elizabeth Library for more information. 303-646-3416!
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Ooey Gooey Science
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Tuesday, February 15th, 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Ooey Gooey Science explores a different science concept each month and provides an opportunity for hands on experimentation. It is intended for elementary age students. Space and materials for this program are limited so please call the library to reserve a spot. Contact: Jan 303-646-3416.
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Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, February 15th, 3:30 PM to 5:30 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
Elizabeth Basketball Fundraiser
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Elizabeth Building Readers
Los Volcanes Restaurant, 796 Kiowa Ave., Elizabeth
Tuesday, February 15th, 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. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Lawyers at the Library
The Carlson Building, 239 Main St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, February 15th, 6 PM to 9 PM
The 18th Judicial 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. http://www.coloradolegalservices.org
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Kiowa Lions Club Dinner and Meeting
Lions Club Meeting Hall, 351 Comanche, Hwy 86, Kiowa
Tuesday, February 15th, 7 PM
Come and see what this wonderful club is all about!
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Elizabeth Book Club
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Tuesday, February 15th, 7 PM
Tonight's book is "Lazy B." The book club reads and discusses a variety of fiction and nonfiction. All adults are welcome to attend. Let the library know ahead of time and we can get a copy of the book for you. Contact: Jan 303-646-3416
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, February 16th, 9:30 to 10 AM
Read about Shapes! 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 Free Tax Help
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, February 16th, 10 AM to 2 PM
Colorado East Community Action Agency will be hosting FREE income tax preparation & FREE e-filing by IRS Certified Counselors for qualifying Elbert County Taxpayers. The free tax help will be held every other Wednesday starting January 19th through April 13th at the Simla Branch Library. Hours are 10 am to 2 pm. This service is available to taxpayers in Elbert, Cheyenne, Kit Carson, and Lincoln counties. Please call the library (719-541-2573) or the Colorado East Community Action Agency (719-348-5303) for details on the items required in order to prepare your income tax return.
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Kiowa Board of Education Meeting
Kiowa Middles School Workroom, Kiowa
Wednesday, February 16th, 5 PM
The Agenda is not yet posted. It will be here http://www.kiowaschool.org/agenda.htm
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Al-Anon Meeting
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church Basement, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, February 16th, 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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Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Denver
Thursday, February 17th
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
Chamber Luncheon
Los Volcanes, 225 W. Kiowa Ave., Elizabeth
Thursday, February 17th, 11:30 AM to 1 PM
Everyone is invited to the Elizabeth Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon on Thursday, Feb 17th at 11:30 at Los Volcanes Restaurant in Elizabeth. Come meet other area business people and hear a presentation from Gene Mantel of Black Hills Energy. He will be telling us all "How to" receive money back from Black Hills Energy for energy efficiency upgrades for your home or business. Come with questions for him! Reservations are required, so please call or email Beverly at 303-646-4287 or director@elizabethchamber.org http://www.elizabethchamber.org/eventsM.htm
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Teen Game Night
Elbert Library, Elbert
Thursday, February 17th, 5 PM
For more information, please contact 303-648-3533
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Elizabeth School Board Meeting
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Singing Hills Elementary School, 41012 Madrid Dr., Parker (location subject to change)
Thursday, February 17th, 7 PM
The Agenda is posted at http://elizabeth.k12.co.us/
Kiowa Friends of the Library - No meeting this month!
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Pro Se Divorce and Post-Decree Clinic
Elbert County Justice Center, 751 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Friday, February 18th, 9 AM to Noon
From the Colorado Legal Services website: 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. 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. Pro Se Elbert County ****
Free Tax Clinic
Alternates between two Kiowa locations:
ECCO & Elbert County Social Services
Friday, February 18th, 10 AM to 2 PM
Get some free assistance from these IRS certified counselors. The Colorado East Community Action Agency will be hosting these clinics. Call 719-348-5303 with questions. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Kiowa Building Readers Story Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, February 18th, 10:30 PM
Read about Shapes. 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 303-621-2111
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Alcoholics Anonymous
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Friday, February 18th, 8PM
This is an open meeting.
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Family Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, February 19th, 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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Singing Hills Fire Station, 41002 Fire House St., Parker
Saturday, February 19th, 3 PM to 6 PM
The site will provide in northern Elbert County a place to check out materials, return materials and a computer with Internet access for the public. The outlet will be staffed on Tuesday evenings, from 3 pm to 6 pm and Saturday morning, from 9 am to 11 am. Contact the Elizabeth Library for more information. 303-646-3416!
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22nd Annual Sweetheart Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
Praying Hands Ranch, 11892 E. Hilltop Rd., Parker
Saturday, February 19th, 6 PM to 10 PM
Enjoy a great evening of Dinner & Dancing and Silent Auction. Praying Hands Ranches will again be having their annual fundraising event with dinner from 6-8PM and then dancing and auction until 10PM. There will be a Live Band, Kids Corner and more. Tickets available at Praying Hands Ranch 303-841-4043 or The Edge Hair Studio in the Parker West II Shopping Center 720-244-4838. All Proceeds go to Praying Hands Ranches. Come join in on their yearly tradition!
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Elbert County Historical Society Meeting
Kiowa Senior Center, Kiowa
Sunday, February 20th, 2 PM
Next Week's Events
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Presidents Day
Monday, February 21st
All County Offices closed
All Libraries closed
Outback Express
Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Monday, February 21st
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 Workforce Center, 240 S. Elizabeth St., Ste. A-1, Elizabeth
Tuesday, February 22nd, 10 AM to 12 PM
Get some free assistance from these IRS certified counselors. The Colorado East Community Action Agency will be hosting these clinics. Call 719-348-5303 with questions. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, February 22nd, 2 PM
Everyone is welcome!
EC Library District Singing Hills Service Outlet
Singing Hills Fire Station, 41002 Fire House St., Parker
Tuesday, February 22nd, 3 PM to 6 PM
The site will provide in northern Elbert County a place to check out materials, return materials and a computer with Internet access for the public. The outlet will be staffed on Tuesday evenings, from 3 pm to 6 pm and Saturday morning, from 9 am to 11 am. Contact the Elizabeth Library for more information. 303-646-3416!
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The Sticks Click
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, February 22nd, 3:30 PM to 5:30 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
Elizabeth Basketball Fundraiser
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Los Volcanes Restaurant, 796 Kiowa Ave., Elizabeth
Tuesday, February 22nd, 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. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Kids' Crafts
Elbert Library, Elbert
Tuesday, February 22nd, 4:30 PM
Contact the Elbert Library for more information at 303-648-3533.
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Lawyers at the Library
105 E Ave, Limon
Tuesday, February 22nd, 6 PM to 9 PM
The 18th Judicial 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. http://www.coloradolegalservices.org
Board of Trustee Meeting for the Town of Elizabeth
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Elizabeth Building Readers
Town Hall, 321 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, February 22nd, 7 PM to 9 PM
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Town of Kiowa Board Meeting
Town Hall, 404 Comanche St., Kiowa
Tuesday, February 22nd, 7 PM
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Elbert School Board Meeting
Elbert School Board Room
Tuesday, February 22nd, 7 PM
The Agenda is not yet posted. It will be at http://www.elbertschool.org/.
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Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Wednesday, February 23rd
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
2nd Floor Meeting Room, 215 Comanche St., Old Courthouse, Kiowa
Wednesday, February 23rd, 9 AM
The Agenda is not yet posted, it will be at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=548&typeid=8
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, February 23rd, 9:30 to 10 AM
Read about Colors! 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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Elizabeth Presbyterian Church Basement, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, February 23rd, 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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Colorado Big and Small Conference
Waymire Dom Complex, Adams County Fairgrounds, Brighton CO
Thursday, February 24th through Saturday, February 27th.
From the Fall Small Acreage Newsletter: Featuring sessions from farmers, ag professionals, and scientists for commercial specialty crops and niche livestock producers engaged in direct market or wholesale and organic, biological, or low-input systems; PLUS sessions for small acreage non-commercial producers. Registration is online and costs $45 for one day, or $70 for two days. For program information, please visit www.coloradoagriculturebigandsmall.com. Contact Adrian Card with questions at acard@bouldercounty.org.
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Free Tax Clinic
Alternates between two Kiowa locations:
ECCO & Elbert County Social Services
Friday, February 25th, 10 AM to 2 PM
Get some free assistance from these IRS certified counselors. The Colorado East Community Action Agency will be hosting these clinics. Call 719-348-5303 with questions. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Kiowa Building Readers Story Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, February 25th, 10:30 PM
Read about Colors. 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 303-621-2111
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Alcoholics Anonymous
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Friday, February 25th, 8PM
This is an open meeting.
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Gardening Club
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, February 26th, 10 AM
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Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, February 26th, 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 Book Club
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, February 26th, 10:30 AM
Call the Elbert Library for more information at 303-648-3533.
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Singing Hills Fire Station, 41002 Fire House St., Parker
Saturday, February 26th, 3 PM to 6 PM
The site will provide in northern Elbert County a place to check out materials, return materials and a computer with Internet access for the public. The outlet will be staffed on Tuesday evenings, from 3 pm to 6 pm and Saturday morning, from 9 am to 11 am. Contact the Elizabeth Library for more information. 303-646-3416!
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Elbert Women's Club Breakfast
Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall, Elbert
Sunday, February 27th, 8 AM to 1 PM
The Elbert Woman's Club holds its monthly all-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast on the fourth Sunday of each month. 2011 breakfasts will be held each month except April and Dec. Breakfast is at the Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall from 8a-1pm. Cost is $6 adults/$3 children. Biscuits and gravy, ham, eggs, pancakes, sausage, coffee/tea and orange drink are included. Proceeds support renovation and maintenance of the Hall, as well as other Club community activities. The Hall is located on Elbert Road and built in 1906. The Elbert Woman's Club has provided support to the Elbert community since 1929.
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Upcoming Events
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Elbert Story Time
Marvelous Mondays
Elbert Library, Elbert
Monday, February 28th, 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 Gayle for more information - 303-648-3533
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Simla Library, Simla
Monday, February 28th, 1 PM to 3 PM
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Simla Free Tax Help
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Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, March 2nd, 10 AM to 2 PM
Colorado East Community Action Agency will be hosting FREE income tax preparation & FREE e-filing by IRS Certified Counselors for qualifying Elbert County Taxpayers. The free tax help will be held every other Wednesday starting January 19th through April 13th at the Simla Branch Library. Hours are 10 am to 2 pm. This service is available to taxpayers in Elbert, Cheyenne, Kit Carson, and Lincoln counties. Please call the library (719-541-2573) or the Colorado East Community Action Agency (719-348-5303) for details on the items required in order to prepare your income tax return.
Ribbon Cutting - Karma Cottage/Portraits by Vicki
144 Main St., Elizabeth
Friday, March 4th, 5 PM
Come for the Ribbon Cutting at 5 PM then stay for the open house to meet the owners, Katie & Vicki, and see all the unique items they both have in their store. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/eventsM.htm
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11th Annual Empty Bowl
Douglas County Events Center, Castle Rock
Friday, March 4th, 6 PM to 9 PM
A soup, bread, & dessert dinner benefiting victims of domestic violence. Sponsorships are available as well as tickets for this wonderful event at The Women's Crisis and Family Outreach Center's website, www.twcfoc.org, or by calling 303-688-1094. Come relax with your family and friends, and take pleasure in the beautiful bowls provided by amazingly creative potters. Ticket includes entry into the event, a handcrafted bowl to keep, unlimited soup, bread and desserts. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Elbert County Lincoln Day Dinner
Exhibit Hall, 75 Ute, Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Saturday, March 5th, 5 PM
Tickets are $25/person. For more information, please visit http://ecrgop.com/home/
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Peace in Christ Church, 236 Tabor St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 8th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Enjoy the fun on Shrove Tuesday! $5 per person or $15 per family for all you can eat! Call 303-646-6528 for more details. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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2011 Winter Webinar - Common Forage Grasses
From Your Computer
Thursday, March 10th, Noon to 12:30 PM
From the Fall Small Acreage Newsletter: Learn identification, use, and key characteristics of common dryland and irrigated grasses in Colorado. Presented by Joe Bummer, Extension Forage Specialist and Associate Professor at CSU. You can participate from any computer with Internet access. Email jennifer.cook@colostate.edu for more information and to register. It's a free and easy way to learn! www.ext.colostate.edu/sam/
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Business After Hours
Lil' Slice of Elbert, 6739 Lavelle Ave., Elbert
Thursday, March 10th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Come and see this wonderful restaurant and their additional party room. Network with other business people and enjoy some delectable goodies & refreshments. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/eventsM.htm
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High Prairie Business Women's Association
The Carlson Building, Elizabeth
Friday, March 11th, 11:30 AM to 1 PM
"We are a diverse group of business women who support one another's dreams and celebrate each other's achievements. We showcase talented professionals, provide educational forums, share practical information and act as resources for each other. We facilitate personal empowerment and professional growth by recognizing and appreciating the value of each woman. We create an environment that fosters companionship and encourages laughter. 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, contact Janet Wilson at 303-646-6132." http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Elbert Women's Club Annual St. Patrick's Day Dinner
Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall, Elbert
Thursday, March 17th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Dinner includes corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, bread, dessert and coffee/tea for $12 adults, kids 10 and under $5.00. Proceeds go to maintain and restore the Hall built in 1906 as well as toward the Club's community support activities. The Hall is located in Elbert on Elbert Road, between Highways 86 and 24.
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Volunteer Training, Praying Hands Ranches
4825 E. Daley Cir., Praying Hands Ranches, Parker
Saturday, April 2, 2011, 9 AM to 4 PM
Call 303-841-4043 for further information, or visit the website. To access the Volunteer Sign-up and the Consent to Photograph Forms at http://www.prayinghandsranches.org/help/index.html. Please bring the completed forms with you to the ranch.
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Weather Spotter Class
Elbert County Public Health, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Saturday, April 9, 2011, 9 AM to 12 PM
Contact Cory Stark for more information at 303-805-6132 or cory.stark@elbertcounty-co.gov.
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