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Can you donate plastic Easter eggs for ECCO's 4th Annual Easter-Egg Hunt? The Hunt will take place on April 16th. Eggs may be donated at the ECCO Thrift Store in Kiowa.
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ECCO is looking for community members interested in gardening for the community garden. For more information, please visit http://myecco.org/Garden.html, or call 303-621-2599.
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Elbert County Master Gardeners' Ornamental Grasses: Their uses in the Elbert County Landscape, Wednesday, March 30th, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Elizabeth Middle School Cafeteria. "This seminar, accompanied by a beautiful power point demonstration, is for the Elbert County Gardener who wants to add beauty and interest to their landscape without the frustration of deer and rabbit damage. Ornamental grasses are perfect for summer beauty, winter interest, and come in all heights and colors. Please call the Elbert County Extension Office at 303-621-3162 to preregister. The fee is $5 per seminar. A minimum of 15 participants is required."
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From M'Lynn Sutton, Elbert County Relay for Life Survivor/Caregiver Dinner Chair: "Preparations are underway for the 4th Annual Elbert County Relay for Life. This is a team event to raise funds for cancer research, education, advocacy and services. The event will be held on June 24th at the Elizabeth High School Football field. As in past years, we will be having a Survivor/Caregiver dinner, followed by an opening ceremony, Survivor Lap, a Luminary Ceremony followed by an evening of walking and raising money for the American Cancer Society. I would like to extend an invitation to all Cancer Survivors and Caregivers, to this year’s event Kick Off, being held at the Carlson Building in Elizabeth this Saturday, April 2nd, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. During Kick off, you can register as a survivor, join or start a team, purchase Luminarias, find out more information about the event and find out information about the American Cancer Society and programs they offer. If you know anyone who is interested in joining this year for our event, please let them know about the kick off this Saturday {April 2nd}. If you are unable to come by Kick off, please register for the event on line at elbertrelay.org...Feel free to contact me with any questions about the event either by email at
masutton@directv.com, or on my cell 303-594-1653."
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Small Acreage Workshop - Topics: Keeping my agriculture property tax status; So you want to raise goats; Small-scale poultry production; manure management practices; What's the Buzz about beekeeping. April 2nd, 8 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, 25690 E. Quincy Ave., Aurora. RSVP by March 30th by telephone to 303-822-5257, ext. 101, East Adams and Deer Tr. Conservation Districts. Minimum of 20 attendees for the workshop to take place. http://www.4conservation.org/Announcements-and-Updates.html
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Weed Symposium for Douglas and Elbert County Landowners April 9, 2011, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. RSVP with payment by March 31, 2011. Dr George Beck, CSU will be reviewing the most common noxious weeds in the county and how to deal with them effectively. Dan Nosal, Natural Resource Conservation Service will be covering pasture management and reseeding issues. Elizabeth Brown, Colorado Division of Wildlife will be speaking on the control of invasive plants on public lands. The Douglas County Weed Division staff will demonstrate how to calibrate backpack sprayers and tractor sprayers, weather permitting. Vendors from the area will be on hand to acquaint you with their products and services and pricing for weed control. Cost is $10, which includes a box lunch, a copy of Noxious Weeds of Colorado ($4 value), and all handouts. For more information: Call 303-660-7480 or email: noxweeds@douglas.co.us website: www.douglas.co.us/weedmanagement
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The April issue of "'Lett-uce' Inform You", the Master Gardener's Newsletter, is available at http://elbert.colostate.edu/hor.shtml
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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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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Elbert County This Week
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Elbert Story Time
Marvelous Mondays
Elbert Library, Elbert
Monday, March 28th, 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 28th, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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Elbert Gardener's Meeting
Elbert Library, Elbert
Monday, March 28th, 1 p.m.
Many gardeners meet to exchange ideas, seeds, catalogs and a great deal of enthusiasm. Contact Gayle Greshem for more information - 303-648-3533
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Kiowa Book Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, March 28th, 7 p.m.
Contact the Kiowa Library for more information 303-621-2111.
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Free Tax Clinic
Elizabeth Workforce Center, 240 S. Elizabeth St., Ste. A-1, Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 29th, 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 29th, 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 29th, 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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Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, March 29th, 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
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 30th, 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
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 30th, 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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Elizabeth Presbyterian Church Basement, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 30th, 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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Ornamental Grasses: Their uses in the Elbert County Landscape
Elizabeth Middle School Cafeteria
Wednesday, March 30th, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
"This seminar, accompanied by a beautiful power point demonstration, is for the Elbert County Gardener who wants to add beauty and interest to their landscape without the frustration of deer and rabbit damage. Ornamental grasses are perfect for summer beauty, winter interest, and come in all heights and colors. Please call the Elbert County Extension Office at 303-621-3162 to preregister. The fee is $5 per seminar. A minimum of 15 participants is required."
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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.
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Thursday, March 31st, 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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Soup & Bread Suppers at Peace in Christ
Peace in Christ Church, 236 Tabor St., Elizabeth
Thursday, March 31st, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Come for a soup & bread supper from 6PM - 7PM followed by worship at 7PM and the Min-Drama series: Watchers on the Hill." Come for soup....stay for worship! Call 303-646-6528 for more information.
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Free Tax Clinic
Alternates between two Kiowa locations:
ECCO & Elbert County Social Services
Friday, April 1st, 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, April 1st, 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. For more information, please contact 303-621-2111
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Community Movie Night
New Library Building, 651 W. Beverly St., Elizabeth
Friday, April 1st, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Make a date with your family! Come for a family friendly movie. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Call the Library for more information on the movie 303-646-3416. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Alcoholics Anonymous
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Friday, April 1st, 8 p.m.
This is an open meeting.
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Small Acreage Workshop
Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, 25690 E. Quincy Ave., Aurora
Saturday, April 2nd, 8 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Topics: Keeping my agriculture property tax status; So you want to raise goats; Small-scale poultry production; manure management practices; What's the Buzz about beekeeping. RSVP by March 30th by telephone to 303-822-5257, ext. 101, East Adams and Deer Tr. Conservation Districts. Minimum of 20 attendees for the workshop to take place. http://www.4conservation.org/Announcements-and-Updates.html
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HeadsUp Colorado Fundraiser
Elbert School Football Field, Elbert
Saturday, April 2nd, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Free Admission & Registration. Donations Welcome! Come from 8:30-10AM for Mame's Breakfast Burritos & a drink for $5 and to register for a fun day of activities. Track events start at 10AM until the fun ends! All ages welcome. Prizes! Dress for excess & wear your best silly hat! Music by Team Nickel Productions, LLC, Featuring DJ West. Field events include: shoe kick, spoon & egg, wheel barrow race, leap frog, long jump, & others. The final event will be a 1-mile run. Come help this great organization and help them do all they can for kids!
www.headsupcolorado.org, email john@headsupcolorado.org for more information.
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Volunteer Training, Praying Hands Ranches
4825 E. Daley Cir., Praying Hands Ranches, Parker
Saturday, April 2nd, 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
Saturday, April 2nd, 10 a.m. to Noon
For more information, please contact Erica at efunkmk@yahoo.com
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Saturday, April 2nd, 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, April 2nd, 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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STARS Banquet
Elizabeth High School Cafeteria, CR 13, Elizabeth
Saturday, April 2nd, 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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Lions Club Breakfast
Lions Club Meeting Hall, 351 Comanche St., Hwy. 86, Kiowa
Sunday, April 3rd, 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!
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Next Week's Events
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Outback Express
Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Monday, April 4th
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 Library, Elbert
Monday, April 4th, 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, April 4th, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Tuesday, April 5th
Contact the ECCOG office at 800-825-0208 to make an appointment. The East Central Council of Local Governments is open and available to all residents of Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties and provides an economical means of travel in the four-county region. http://outbackexpress.tripod.com
Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Denver
Tuesday, April 5th
Contact the ECCOG office at 800-825-0208 to make an appointment. The East Central Council of Local Governments is open and available to all residents of Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties and provides an economical means of travel in the four-county region. http://outbackexpress.tripod.com
Outback Express
Elizabeth, Kiowa & Elbert to Parker
Tuesday, April 5th
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, April 5th, 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, April 5th, 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, April 5th, 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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Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, April 5th, 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
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, April 6th, 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Get the Buzz about Bees, today! 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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Women's Golf League Meet & Greet
Spring Valley Golf Club, 42350 County Rd. 17-21, Parker
Wednesday, April 6th, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Spring Valley Golf Club is inviting all women to come and see what the Spring Valley Women's League has to offer. Here about new improvements, see old friends, and make new ones! Dinner at 6PM with the meeting at 7PM. Cost to attend the dinner and meeting is $15. You must sign up by April 2nd. Want to play golf that day? You can April 6th for $10/walking or $20 riding. Call 303-646-4240. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church Basement, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, April 6th, 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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Soup & Bread Suppers at Peace in Christ
Peace in Christ Church, 236 Tabor St., Elizabeth
Thursday, April 7th, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Come for a soup & bread supper from 6PM - 7PM followed by worship at 7PM and the Min-Drama series: Watchers on the Hill." Come for soup....stay for worship! Call 303-646-6528 for more information.
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Elizabeth School Board Meeting
Running Creek Elementary School, 900 S. Elbert St., Elizabeth
Thursday, April 7th, 7 p.m.
The Agenda is not yet posted, it will be at http://elizabeth.k12.co.us/
Alternates between two Kiowa locations:
ECCO & Elbert County Social Services
Friday, April 8th, 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, April 8th, 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. For more information, please contact 303-621-2111
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High Prairie Business Women Association
The Carlson Building, 239 Main St., Elizabeth
Friday, April 8th, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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.
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Alcoholics Anonymous
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Friday, April 8th, 8 p.m.
This is an open meeting.
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Weed Symposium for Douglas and Elbert County Landowners
Kirk Hall, Douglas County Fairgrounds, Castle Rock
April 9, 2011, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
RSVP with payment by March 31, 2011. Dr George Beck, CSU will be reviewing the most common noxious weeds in the county and how to deal with them effectively. Dan Nosal, Natural Resource Conservation Service will be covering pasture management and reseeding issues. Elizabeth Brown, Colorado Division of Wildlife will be speaking on the control of invasive plants on public lands. The Douglas County Weed Division staff will demonstrate how to calibrate backpack sprayers and tractor sprayers, weather permitting. Vendors from the area will be on hand to acquaint you with their products and services and pricing for weed control. Cost is $10, which includes a box lunch, a copy of Noxious Weeds of Colorado ($4 value), and all handouts. For more information: Call 303-660-7480 or email: noxweeds@douglas.co.us website: www.douglas.co.us/weedmanagement
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Weather Spotter Class
Elbert County Public Health, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Saturday, April 9th, 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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Book Club
EC Library District Singing Hills Service Outlet
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, April 9th, 10:30 a.m.
Call the Elbert Library for more information, 303-648-3533.
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Singing Hills Fire Station, 41002 Fire House St., Parker
Saturday, April 9th, 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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Spring Fling Gala
Elbert County Fairgrounds, 75 Ute, Kiowa
Saturday, April 9th, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
This great event is a fundraiser for our local 4-H groups. The Spring Fling helps provide college scholarships to graduating 4-H high school seniors , gives scholarships to 4-H members to attend camps, seminars, and other programs throughout the state, region, & country. It also provides needed materials for the 4-H programs in the County. Sponsorships are available to support this wonderful event. Silent Auction items are also needed. Contact Connie Freund at 303-619-3280 or Shelia Kelley at 303-621-3162 for more information. Silent Auction 5-7:30PM; Welcome Reception 5-6PM; Dinner 6-8PM; Dance 8-10PM
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Upcoming Events
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Outback Express
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners Meeting
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Lawyers at the Library
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Weather Spotter Class
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Coyote Creek Concerts
Elizabeth to Parker/Colorado Springs
Tuesday, April 12th
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 & Agate to Colorado Springs
Tuesday, April 12th
Contact the ECCOG office at 800-825-0208 to make an appointment. The East Central Council of Local Governments is open and available to all residents of Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties and provides an economical means of travel in the four-county region. http://outbackexpress.tripod.com
Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Denver
Tuesday, April 12th
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
Ribbon Cutting - Salon DiLisa
724 E. Kiowa Ave., Unit #6, Elizabeth
Tuesday, April 12th, 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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Town of Elizabeth Board of Trustee Meeting
Town Hall in Elizabeth, 351 S. Banner, Elizabeth
Tuesday, April 12th, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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Kiowa Board of Trustee Meeting
Kiowa Town Hall, 404 Comanche St., Kiowa
Tuesday, April 12th, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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Meeting Room, 215 Comanche St., 2nd Floor, Old Kiowa Courthouse, Kiowa
Wednesday, April 13th, 9 a.m.
The Agenda is not yet posted. It will be at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=552&typeid=8
Bonfils Blood Drive
Wal-Mart, 2100 Legacy Cir., Elizabeth
Wednesday, April 13, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Give the Gift of Life! Go to the Elizabeth Wal-Mart and donate blood. For an appointment call 303-363-2300 or visit their website at www.bonfils.org. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Business After Hours
Big R of Elizabeth, 650 W. Beverly St., Elizabeth
Thursday, April 14th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Come and see Big R and find out all they can offer you. Network with other business people and enjoy some refreshment.
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Pro Se Divorce and Post-Decree Clinic
Elbert County Justice Center, 751 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Friday, April 15th, 9 a.m. 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
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9News Health Fair
Elbert County Public Health Building, Elbert County Fairgrounds, 75 Ute, Kiowa
Saturday, April 16th, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Saturday, April 16th from 7AM-12PM be at the Elbert County Public Health Building for the 9News Health Fair. Free screenings plus other screenings for a low cost. Do something for yourself! Check out www.9healthfair.org for all the details. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/calendarM.htm
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Easter Egg Hunt
Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Saturday, April 16th, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Sponsored by ECCO (Elbert County Coalition for Outreach). Go a for a great family fun morning with a free Easter Egg hunt for the kids. Call 303-621-2599 for more details. ECCO could use assistance with donations of empty Easter eggs & small toys or non-chocolate candy for the eggs. Please help us help the community!
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Outback Express
Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Monday, April 18th
Contact the ECCOG office at 800-825-0208 to make an appointment. The East Central Council of Local Governments is open and available to all residents of Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties and provides an economical means of travel in the four-county region. http://outbackexpress.tripod.com
Outback Express
Elizabeth, Kiowa & Elbert to Parker
Tuesday, April 19th
Contact the ECCOG office at 800-825-0208 to make an appointment. The East Central Council of Local Governments is open and available to all residents of Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties and provides an economical means of travel in the four-county region. http://outbackexpress.tripod.com
The Carlson Building 239 Main St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, April 19th, 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
Kiowa School District Board Meeting
Kiowa Middle School Workroom, Kiowa
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Big Sandy School District Board Meeting
Big Sandy School, Simla
Wednesday, April 20th, 6:30 p.m.
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Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Denver
Thursday, April 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 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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Elbert Women's Club Breakfast
Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall, Elbert
Sunday, April 24th, 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.
Elbert County Public Health, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Tuesday, April 26th, 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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Elbert School District Board Meeting
Board Room, Elbert School, Elbert
Tuesday, April 26th, 7 p.m.
The Agenda is not yet posted. http://www.elbertschool.org
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Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs
Wednesday, April 27th
Contact the ECCOG office at 800-825-0208 to make an appointment. The East Central Council of Local Governments is open and available to all residents of Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties and provides an economical means of travel in the four-county region. http://outbackexpress.tripod.com
Elbert County Planning Commission Meeting
The Meeting Room, Elbert County Health Department, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Thursday, April 28th, 7 p.m.
The Agenda will be posted here: http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=552&typeid=8
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Children's Festival
Elizabeth Fire Station, Hwy 86, Elizabeth Saturday, April 30th, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come for a great day of activities for kids! Sponsored by the Elbert County Early Childhood Council. Some activities include: Free Dental Care for Children 10 and under. Dental exams by appointment (children without dental insurance or on Medicaid/CHP only). Call Sharon for an appointment 720-323-6970. Also Free Dental Screenings, education, and fluoride varnishes to children under the age of three. No appointment necessary. Brought to you by Cavity Free at Three and the Elbert County Early Childhood Council. Call or email Sharon for more details on the Festival 720-323-6970 or Sharon@ececc.org
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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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CPR Training - Free Class - RSVP Required
Elbert County Public Health Building, 75 Ute Ave., Kiowa
Saturday, May 7th, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Please contact Cory Stark with questions or to RSVP at 303-805-6132, or cory.stark@elbertcounty-co.gov.
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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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