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Wind Turbine Tour & Luncheon: April 15th at 10:00 am. Fred Poss Farm, 39145 CR 28, Hugo. Reservations due by April 11th. Call Prairie Conservation District at 719-743-2408 x 103. Special Guest: Phil Brink with BRINK, Inc. and Delta Wind Energy. Join Prairie Conservation District for a tour of the Poss Farm Wind Turbine. Learn about Wind system features, tower and foundation considerations, cost of installation, financial incentive available for wind energy, how to select the right turbine for your operation and other benefits. http://www.4conservation.org/Announcements-and-Updates.html
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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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Did you know that Praying Hands Ranches, Inc. has a new website? Visit http://www.prayinghandsranch.org/
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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
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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 2011 tax filing deadline is April 17.
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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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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
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Water Wise Landscape Design
Elizabeth Middle School Cafeteria, Elizabeth
Tuesday, April 5th, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
If you have a new landscape or want to update your existing one, this class is for you. Learn there is much more to conserving water other than xeriscaping. Landscape design theory includes defining and connecting outdoor rooms, laying out hydrozones for efficient irrigation, and learning techniques for applying balance, scale, sequence, and variety to your garden’s colors, textures, and forms. Sponsored by: CSU Extension Elbert County Master Gardeners Please call the Elbert County Extension Office (303-621-3162) to pre-register. The fee is $5.00 per seminar. A minimum of 15 participants is required.
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Lions Club Meeting
Lions Club Meeting Hall, 336 Comanche St., Kiowa
Tuesday, April 5th, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Come join this wonderful organization and see what all they do to help our community. For more information, call Terry Clayton 303-646-3772.
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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 businesswomen 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
Saturday, April 9, 2011, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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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Elbert Genealogy Workshop
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, April 9th, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Various subjects concerning Genealogy research. For more information, contact Gayle Gresham at 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
Heartworm Clinic
Elizabeth Animal Hospital, 330 W. Kiowa Ave., Elizabeth
Sunday, April 10th, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Elizabeth Animal Hospital will be hosting Heartworm Clinics for your pets with special pricing on Heartworm Testing, Heartworm Prevention, Flea & Tick Products, Intestinal Parasite Prevention & Microchipping. Call for an appointment today 303-646-2891.
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Next Week's Events
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Elbert Story Time
Marvelous Mondays
Elbert Library, Elbert
Monday, April 11th, 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 11th, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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Outback Express
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Free Tax Clinic
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
Elizabeth Workforce Center, 240 S. Elizabeth St., Ste. A-1, Elizabeth
Tuesday, April 12th, 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 12th, 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 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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Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, April 12th, 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
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!
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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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners Meeting
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
Elizabeth Building Readers
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, April 13th, 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Baby chicks are the subject 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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Simla Free Tax Help
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, April 13th, 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. Please call for the list of required items required to prepare your tax return. Contact: Colorado East Community Action Agency 719-348-5303 or library 719-541-2573.
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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
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church Basement, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, April 13th, 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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Elizabeth Friends of the Library
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Thursday, April 14th, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 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
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.
Soup & Bread Suppers at Peace in Christ
Peace in Christ Church, 236 Tabor St., Elizabeth
Thursday, April 14th, 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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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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Alternates between two Kiowa locations:
ECCO & Elbert County Social Services
Friday, April 15th, 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 15th, 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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Alcoholics Anonymous
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church, 325 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Friday, April 15th, 8 p.m.
This is an open meeting.
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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
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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Simla Family Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, April 16th, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 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.
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Diverse and Rowdy Book Club
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, April 16th,
This month's book is "Shantaram" by Gregory David Roberts. Join us for a lively discussion, good company and marvelous food. Contact the Kiowa Library for more information. Call 719-541-2573 for more information. Contact: Patty
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EC Library District Singing Hills Service Outlet
Singing Hills Fire Station, 41002 Fire House St., Parker
Saturday, April 16th, 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
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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Children's Hospital Blood Drive at ECCO
Parking Lot of Social Services, 212 Comanche St., Kiowa
Tuesday, April 26th, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Give the Gift of Life! Give Blood at the Mobile Blood Bus. For appointments, call 303-841-2080. Sponsored by ECCO (Elbert County Coalition for Outreach)
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Weather Spotter Training
New Elizabeth Library, 651 W. Beverly St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, April 26th, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Welcome The National Weather Service or NWS to Elbert County in April 2011 for Weather Spotter Training! We are proud to Present 2 separate training opportunities for our communities to learn the skill of detecting Severe Weather as it moves into our neighborhoods! This FREE community training opportunity will look at; Why Spotters Are Important - What To Report; Severe Weather Climatology - Thunderstorm Types; Multi Cells - Super Cells - Wall Clouds - Funnel Clouds; Land Shelf's - Gustnados - Land Spouts and More…Please Call the OEM at 303-805-6132 or use oem@elbertcounty-co.gov to RSVP or with any questions on this training opportunity.
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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, 7:30 p.m.
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
Casey Jones Park Pavilion, Elizabeth
Saturday, May 28th, 7:30 p.m.
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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