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2035 Statewide Transportation Plan Amendment - if you have not already done so, please visit http://www.coloradodot.info/programs/statewide-planning/long-range-transportation-plans.html. You can download the 2035 Plan and comment until March 21, 2011.
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This is a reminder in case you have not yet sent in your tree order! Deadline is March 15, 2011. The Kiowa Conservation District is selling trees in cooperation with the Colorado State Forest Service to landowners with 2 or more acres for conservation plantings such as windbreaks, shelterbelts, erosion control, wildlife habitats, reforestation, etc. The species available are attached on the order form. The trees are sold in lots of 30 and 50 depending on what species you are interested in. The deadline to order trees is March 15, 2011 and the pick up will be Thursday April 7th in Kiowa on the Elbert County Fairgrounds for all landowners that pre-ordered trees. You can go to our website at www.kiowacd.org/Products/SeedlingTrees/seedlingtrees.htm to get more information about the program, or you can call me at the number below.
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DOW Press Release: It might only be February, but it is not too soon for hunters to start planning for the 2011 fall big game hunting seasons. Sportsmen and women in the Elbert County area are invited to attend a Big Game Seminar, where applications and hunting access will be discussed in detail on Sat., March 12, three weeks before the April 5 limited license application deadline. Area wildlife officers will be on hand to go over the Division's redesigned big game brochure, review new regulations and help hunters fill out their big game applications. Brief presentations will highlight the new Jumping Cow State Wildlife Area, local wildlife population statistics and management objectives. For more information on big game hunting in Colorado, go to: http://wildlife.state.co.us/Hunting/BigGame/
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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.
The February issue of "'Lett-uce' Inform You", the Master Gardener's Newsletter, is available at http://elbert.colostate.edu/hor.shtml
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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, March 7, 10:30 a.m.
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, March 7th, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Colorado Springs
Tuesday, 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
Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Tuesday, 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
Outback Express
Elizabeth to Parker/Colorado Springs
Tuesday, 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
Elizabeth Workforce Center, 240 S. Elizabeth St., Ste. A-1, Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 8th, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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, March 8th, 2 p.m.
Everyone is welcome!
EC Library District Singing Hills Service Outlet
Singing Hills Fire Station, 41002 Fire House St., Parker
Tuesday, March 8th, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
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 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday morning, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Contact the Elizabeth Library for more information. 303-646-3416!
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The Sticks Click
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, March 8th, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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
Mardi Gras Pancake Party
Peace in Christ Church, 236 Tabor St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 8th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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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Lawyers at the Library
105 E Ave, Limon
Tuesday, March 8th, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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 Trustees Meeting for the Town of Elizabeth
Town of Kiowa Board Meeting
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Elizabeth Building Readers
Town Hall, 321 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 8th, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The Agenda is posted at http://www.townofelizabeth.org/. The Board will be considering the resignation and new vacancy on the Planning Commission; an appointment of a new trustee to the Board; permit, funding, in-kind contributions for Elizabash; discussion and possible action regarding Transient Dealers Business Licenses; consideration of approval of Title III/FTA funds; consideration of recommendation from Downtown Advisory Committee to apply for application for Colorado Assessment Program; discussion of Text a Tip Program; discussion of Pawn Broker Regulations; discussion of Employee Handbook, Chapter I - IV.
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Town Hall, 404 Comanche St., Kiowa
Tuesday, March 8th, 7 p.m.
Elbert County Board of County Commissioners Meeting
2nd Floor Meeting Room, 215 Comanche St., Old Courthouse, Kiowa
Wednesday, March 9th, 9 a.m.
The Agenda is not yet posted, it will be at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=550&typeid=8
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 9th, 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Read about little lambs! 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, March 9th, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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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2011 Winter Webinar - Common Forage Grasses
From Your Computer
Thursday, March 10th, Noon to 12:30 p.m.
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/
Elizabeth Friends of the Library
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Thursday, March 10th, 3:30 p.m.
The Friend of the Elizabeth Library was created in1987 to support the facilities, programs and collections for the Elizabeth Library. The major fund raiser for the Friends of the Library is our used book sale. There are always books and videos for sale at the little shop in the library and once a year we have a large, week-long sale at the beginning of summer. Stop by and visit the book sale. There are some great deals! Contact: Jan 303-646-3416
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Business After Hours
Lil' Slice of Elbert, 6739 Lavelle Ave., Elbert
Thursday, March 10th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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
Elizabeth School District Board Meeting
Elizabeth High School, Elizabeth
Free Tax Clinic
Alternates between two Kiowa locations:
ECCO & Elbert County Social Services
Friday, March 11th, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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, March 11th, 10:30 p.m.
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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High Prairie Business Women's Association
The Carlson Building, Elizabeth
Friday, March 11th, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Myka Landry, Attorney at Law, is the featured businesswoman of the month. "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
Elizabeth Piece Makers
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Elizabeth Senior Center, End of S. Banner, Elizabeth
Friday, March 11th, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The focus right now is on piecing Twin Size quilts for the Elbert County Women's Shelter. If you don't sew come and join the others who work with yarn, making hats and scarves for chemo patients. Cotton fabric donations welcome. Come by and see what we're doing.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Friday, March 11th, 8 p.m.
This is an open meeting.
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Conservative Breakfast Association of Elbert County
Saturday, March 12th, 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Speaker: Major General Mike Edwards, Colorado Adjutant General "Your Colorado Army and National Guard Operations" http://ecrgop.com/home/
Diverse & Rowdy Book Club
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, March 12th, 9:30 a.m.
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Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, March 12th, 10 a.m.
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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Genealogy Fun
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, March 12th, 1:00 p.m.
Learn how to locate homestead land patents, use the township and range system and Google Earth. Includes tips on finding towns that no longer exist and searching for state and county map changes. Contact Gayle Greshem for more information - 303648-3533
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Singing Hills Fire Station, 41002 Fire House St., Parker
Saturday, March 12th, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
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 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday morning, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Contact the Elizabeth Library for more information. 303-646-3416!
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Big Game Application and Hunting Access Seminar
The Ag Building, Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Saturday, March 12th, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Start planning for the 2011 fall big game hunting seasons. Sportsmen and women in the Elbert County area are invited to attend a Big Game Seminar, where applications and hunting access will be discussed in detail on Sat., March 12, three weeks before the April 5 limited license application deadline. Area wildlife officers will be on hand to go over the Division's redesigned big game brochure, review new regulations and help hunters fill out their big game applications. Brief presentations will highlight the new Jumping Cow State Wildlife Area, local wildlife population statistics and management objectives. The seminar is free and open to the public. For more information on big game hunting in Colorado, go to: http://wildlife.state.co.us/Hunting/BigGame/
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Daylight Savings Time
Saturday, March 12th, After midnight, Sunday, March 13th
Don't forget to set your clocks forward one hour.
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Elbert County Democrats General Meeting
The Carlson Building, 239 Main St., Elizabeth
Sunday, March 13th, 6 p.m.
This is the first quarter general membership meeting of the ECDems. County Commissioner Del Schwab will be updating the Dems on Elbert County happenings at 6:30 p.m.
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Next Week's Events
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Elbert Story Time
Marvelous Mondays
Elbert Library, Elbert
Monday, March 14th, 10:30 a.m.
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, March 14th, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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Outback Express
Elizabeth, Kiowa & Elbert to Parker
Tuesday, 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
Kiowa, Agate, & Double El Conservation Districts Deadlines for 2011 Tree Order
Tuesday, March 15th
This is a reminder in case you have not yet sent in your tree order! Deadline is March 15, 2011. The Kiowa Conservation District is selling trees in cooperation with the Colorado State Forest Service to landowners with 2 or more acres for conservation plantings such as windbreaks, shelterbelts, erosion control, wildlife habitats, reforestation, etc. The species available are attached on the order form. The trees are sold in lots of 30 and 50 depending on what species you are interested in. The deadline to order trees is March 15, 2011 and the pick up will be Thursday April 7th in Kiowa on the Elbert County Fairgrounds for all landowners that pre-ordered trees. You can go to our website at www.kiowacd.org/Products/SeedlingTrees/seedlingtrees.htm to get more information about the program, or you can call me at the number below.
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Elizabeth Workforce Center, 240 S. Elizabeth St., Ste. A-1, Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 15th, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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, March 15th, 2 p.m.
Everyone is welcome!
EC Library District Singing Hills Service Outlet
The Sticks Click
Singing Hills Fire Station, 41002 Fire House St., Parker
Tuesday, March 15th, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
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 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday morning, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Contact the Elizabeth Library for more information. 303-646-3416!
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Ooey Gooey Science Club
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 15th, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Come learn about Wind Power. 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, March 15th, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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
Elbert Friends Meeting
Lawyers at the Library
Elbert Library, Elbert
Tuesday, March 15th, 4:30 p.m.
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105 E. Ave, Limon
Tuesday, March 15th, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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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Elizabeth Book Club
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 15th, 7 p.m.
Tonight we will discuss "A Thread of Grace" by Mary Doria Russell. During WWII 40,000 Jews are sheltered by the Italian resistance. 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 to you. Contact: Jan 303-646-3416
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Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 16th, 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Happy St. Patrick's Day! 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
Al-Anon Meeting
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, March 16th, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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 a.m. to 2 p.m. 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 School District Board Meeting
Kiowa Middle School Workroom, Kiowa
Wednesday, March 16, 5:00 p.m.
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Big Sandy School District Board Meeting
Wednesday, March 16th, 6:30 p.m.
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Elizabeth Presbyterian Church Basement, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 16th, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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, March 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
Kiowa Friends of the Library Meeting
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Thursday, March 17th, 2 p.m.
The Friends of the Kiowa Library was created to support the facilities, programs and collections of the Kiowa Library. The major fund raiser our used book sale, but we have others throughout the year. There are always books and videos for sale at the back wall in the library. Stop by and visit the book sale. There are some great deals!
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Teen Game Night
Elbert Library, Elbert
Thursday, March 17th, 5 p.m.
Call the Elbert Library for more information at 303-648-3533.
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Elbert Women's Club Annual St. Patrick's Day Dinner
Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall, Elbert
Thursday, March 17th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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.
Free Tax Clinic
Alternates between two Kiowa locations:
ECCO & Elbert County Social Services
Friday, March 18th, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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, March 18th, 10:30 p.m.
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, March 18th, 8 p.m.
This is an open meeting.
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St. Patrick's Party Golf Event
Spring Valley Golf Club, 42350 CR 17-21, Elizabeth
Saturday, March 19th, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Format is 4-person, 18-hole scramble with some twists, Teams receive 44.4% of their average handicap. Shotgun starts at 9AM. $70/player which includes green fee, cart, lunch, green golf ball & prize money. Check our website for all the twists www.springvalleygolf.com or call 303-646-4240. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Saturday, March 19th, 10 a.m.
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, March 19th, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
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 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday morning, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Contact the Elizabeth Library for more information. 303-646-3416!
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Upcoming Events
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Outback Express
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Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Monday, March 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
Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Wednesday, March 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
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Homes for Our Troops Key Ceremony
544 Legacy Tr., Wild Pointe, Elizabeth
Saturday, March 26th, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Come help us celebrate as the Veteran, TJ Johannsen, receives the keys to his new home that is being built by Homes for our Troops. Line the streets as TJ goes from the Elizabeth Fire Station to the home site in the Wild Pointe subdivision. Welcome TJ and his family to our area and be a part of this great event! See www.homesforourtropps.org and go to TJ's page for more information on TJ and the event.
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Job/Resource Fair
Elbert County Fairgrounds - Exhibit Hall, Kiowa
Thursday, March 31st, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Go to the Elbert County Fairgrounds, Exhibit Hall on Thursday, March 31st from 1 p.m. -4 p.m. for this great event. Attend to learn more about the opportunities in our area. Have a booth to make sure people know about your business. Contact the Workforce Center for more information and to see how you can be involved 303-646-2783. Sponsored by the Elizabeth Workforce Center.
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Volunteer Training, Praying Hands Ranches
4825 E. Daley Cir., Praying Hands Ranches, Parker
Saturday, April 2, 2011, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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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2011 Relay for Life of Elbert County - Kick-Off
The Carlson Building, 239 Main St., Elizabeth
April 2nd, 10 a.m. to Noon
For more information, please contact Erica at efunkmk@yahoo.com
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STARS Banquet
Elizabeth High School Cafeteria, CR 13, Elizabeth
Saturday, April 2, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Come celebrate the Youth of Elizabeth Schools at the Annual STARS (Students Taking Accountability and Responsibility Seriously) Banquet. Faculty nominate students in grades 5-12 and then these outstanding students are recognized for their hard work. Become a sponsor. Visit www.elizabethef.org to see how you can keep this wonderful tradition alive!
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Weather Spotter Class
Elbert County Public Health, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Saturday, April 9, 2011, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Contact Cory Stark for more information at 303-805-6132 or cory.stark@elbertcounty-co.gov.
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Ribbon Cutting - Salon DiLisa
724 E. Kiowa Ave., Unit #6, Elizabeth
Tuesday, April 12, 5:00 p.m.
Come to the Ribbon Cutting at 5:00 p.m., then stay for the open house to meet the owner, Michelle, and see all she can do to pamper you!
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Elizabeth Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Guadalajara's Restaurant, 800 E. Kiowa Ave., Elizabeth
Thursday, April 21, 2011, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Will include certain items from their lunch menu. Lunch is $15, payable at the door by cash, check, or VISA or MasterCard. Speakers will be Richard Pickett from the Small Business Development Center & Craig Curl from the Elbert County Enterprise Authority. Learn how they can help you in your business. Please RSVP to Beverly at 303-646-4287 or director@elizabethcamber.org.
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Coyote Creek Concerts
Saturday, April 30th
Jake Schepps and the Expedition Quartet; http://www.coyotecreekconcerts.com/
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EC Historical Society & Museum Host Orientation & General Membership Meeting
Elbert County Museum, Kiowa
Sunday, May 1st, 2 p.m.
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Community Rodeo
Casey Jones Park, Elizabeth
Saturday & Sunday, May 14th & 15th
The schedule, costs and additional information is available here: http://www.elizabethstampede.com/community.htm
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All Colorado Classic
Elbert County Fairgrounds, 95 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Friday through Sunday, May 27, 28, 29, 30, 2011
To see the schedule of events, please visit http://highplainsasc.org/events.html and http://www.coloaussies.org/events.html
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Coyote Creek Concerts
Saturday, May 28th
The Felonius Smith Trio; http://www.coyotecreekconcerts.com/
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Elbert County Museum 2011 Season Opening
Elbert County Museum
Sunday, May 29th, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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