Tri-Lakes Wastewater Facility Joint Use Committee Meeting, Tue., Mar. 9, 10 a.m., 16510 Mitchell Ave. Meets 2^nd Tue. each month. Info: Bill Burks, 481-4053.

D-38 Accountability Advisory Committee (DAAC) Meeting, Tue., Mar. 9, 7 p.m., Grace Best Elementary School, 66 Jefferson St., Monument. Meets 2^nd Tue. each month, location varies. Info: 488-4700, or visit lewispalmer.org.

Palmer Lake Sanitation District Board Meeting, Tue., Mar. 9, 7 p.m., 120 Middle Glenway. Meets 2^nd Tue. each month. Info: 481-2732.

Monument Planning Commission Meeting, Wed., Mar. 10, 6:30 p.m. New Monument Town Hall & Police Department Building, 645 Beacon Lite Rd. (at Hwy 105). Normally meets 2^nd Wed. each month at 6:30 p.m. Info: 884-8017.

D-38 Special Education Advisory Committee, Wed., Mar. 10, 6-7:30 p.m., District Learning Center, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Meets 2^nd Wed. each month. Info: 488-4700.

Palmer Lake Planning Commission Workshop, Wed., Mar. 10, CANCELED, Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Normally meets 2^nd Wed. each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us. 

Palmer Lake Town Council Meeting, Thu., Mar. 11, 7 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Meets 2^nd Thu. each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us. 

Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Mon., Mar. 15, 6:30 p.m., New Monument Town Hall & Police Department Building, 645 Beacon Lite Rd. (at Hwy 105). Normally meets 1^st and 3^rd Mon. each month. Info: 884-8017.

El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting, Tue., Mar. 16, 9 a.m., 2880 International Circle (off Union Blvd & Printers Pkwy). Meets 1^st & 3^rd Tue. (if required) each month. Info: 520-6300 or http://adm2.elpasoco.com/planning/agendas/pc/pc-agn.asp. 

Pikes Peak Regional Water Authority Meeting, Wed., Mar. 17, 8:30 a.m., Monument Town Hall, 166 2^nd St. Meets 3^rd Wed. each month, location varies. Info: 884-8017.

Donald Wescott Fire Protection District Board Meeting, Wed., Mar. 17, 7 p.m. Station 1, 15415 Gleneagle Dr. Normally meets 4^th Wed. each month. Info: 488-8680.

Palmer Lake Planning Commission Meeting, Wed., Mar. 17, CANCELED, Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Normally meets 3^rd Wed. each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us. 

Woodmoor Water & Sanitation District Meeting, Thu., Mar. 18, 1 p.m., 1845 Woodmoor Dr. Normally meets 2^nd Thu. each month. Info: 488-2525.

Donala Water & Sanitation District Board Meeting, Thu., Mar. 18, 1:30 p.m. 15850 Holbein Dr., Colorado Springs. Normally meets 3^rd Wed. each month. Info: 488-3603.

Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Board Meeting, Thu., Mar. 18, 6 p.m., Sunset All Purpose Room at Palmer Ridge High School, 19255 Monument Hill Rd., Monument. Meets 3^rd Thu. each month. Info: 488-4700.

Monument Sanitation District Board Meeting, Thu., Mar. 18, 7 p.m., 130 2^nd St. Meets 3^rd Thu. each month. Info: 481-4886.

Triview Metropolitan District Board Meeting, Wed., Mar. 24, 5 p.m., New Monument Town Hall & Police Department Building, 645 Beacon Lite Rd. (at Hwy 105). Meets 4^th Wed. each month. Info: 484-0911.

Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Board Meeting, Wed., Mar. 24, 7 p.m., Tri-Lakes Station 1, 18650 Hwy 105. Meets 4^th Wed. each month. Info: 266-3367.

Woodmoor Improvement Association Board Meeting, Wed., Mar. 24, 7 p.m., Woodmoor Barn, 1691 Woodmoor Dr. Meets 4^th Wed. each month. Info: 488-2693 or visit www.woodmoor.org. 

Forest View Acres Water District Board Meeting, Thu., Mar. 25, 6 p.m. Monument Sanitation District boardroom, 130 Second St. Meets 4^th Thu. each month. Info: 488-2110 or visit www.fvawd.com. 

Palmer Lake Town Council Workshop, Thu., Apr. 1, 7 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Normally meets 1^st Thu. each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us. 

Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Mon., Apr. 5, 6:30 p.m., New Monument Town Hall & Police Department Building, 645 Beacon Lite Rd. (at Hwy 105). Meets 1^st and 3^rd Mon. each month. Info: 884-8017.

El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting, Tue., Apr. 6, 9 a.m., 2880 International Circle (off Union Blvd & Printers Pkwy). Meets 1^st & 3^rd Tue. (if required) each month. Info: 520-6300 or http://adm2.elpasoco.com/planning/agendas/pc/pc-agn.asp. 

Academy Water and Sanitation District Board Meeting, Wed., Apr. 7, 7 p.m., Donald Wescott Station 2, 15000 Sun Hill Dr. Meets 1^st Wed. each month. Info: 481-0711.

The Palmer Lake Library hours are Tue.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587.

The Monument Branch Library hours are Mon.-Thu., 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri. & Sat, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun., 1-5 p.m. 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Monument Library Bookbreak, every Mon, Wed., and Fri., 10:30 a.m. A short read-aloud session particularly for preschoolers. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Monuments Library: Storytime, every Tue., 10-10:30 a.m. Stories and more for children age 3 and older. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Palmer Lake Library: Storytime, every Wed., 10:30-11 a.m. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587.

Monument Library: Paws to Read, every Wed., 3:30-4:30 p.m. Let your child practice reading to a Paws to Read dog. No registration required. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Monument Library: Toddler Time, every Thu., 10 and 10:30 a.m. Rhymes & rhythms for kids up to 24 months. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Monument Library: Snuggle-Up Storytime, every Thu., 7:30 p.m. Evening stories; PJs and blankies welcome. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Monument Library: Family Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Monument Library: American Girls Club, Wed., Mar. 17, 4:15-5:15 p.m. Girls ages 7-11 are invited to the American Girls club for a book discussion, crafts, and more. Registration is required; call, drop by, or register online. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Palmer Lake Library: Paws to Read, Thu., Mar. 18, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Let your child practice reading to Jingle, a young golden doodle dog. No registration required. Meets 1^st Sat. each month. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587.

Monument Library: The Night the Moon Ate My Room with Jesse Wilson, Tue., Mar. 23, 10:30 a.m. A fantastic journey of storytelling, acting, character masks, visual imagery, cinematic sounds, and live music by Juilliard theatre graduate Jesse Wilson. Free. No registration required. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Palmer Lake Library: Play with Art Tue., Mar. 23, 2 p.m. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587.

Palmer Lake Library: Through an Open Window with Beth Epley, Wed., Mar. 24, 10:30 a.m. Comedy, action, and silly songs. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587.

Monument Library: Design a Dr. Seuss Sock Puppet, Wed., Mar. 24, 2 p.m. Create a puppet with Denise Gard and her sock puppet, Mitzy. For ages 8 and older unless accompanied by an adult. Register at ppld.org or call 488-2370. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Palmer Lake Library: Paws to Read, Sat., Mar. 27, 11 a.m.-noon. Let your child practice reading to Jingle, a young golden doodle dog. No registration required. Meets 1^st Sat. each month. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587.

Monument Library: Read it Before You See It: How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell, Wed., Mar. 31, 4:15-5:15 p.m. Read and join a fun discussion, activities, popcorn, and a chance to win a free movie ticket to go see the movie. For ages 7-12. Registration is required; call 488-2370, drop by, or register at ppld.org. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Palmer Lake Library: Paws to Read, Sat., Apr. 3, 10:30 a.m. Let your child practice reading to Jingle, a young golden doodle dog. No registration required. Meets 1^st Sat. each month. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587.

Pikes Peak Library District’s Kids Web: Kids Web at www.ppld.org features resources for school reports and homework and links to local historical information, Tumblebooks–free online read-along books, and a Fun & Games link with free online games, learning activities, coloring book pages, and more. A "grown-ups" link has information about local school districts, home-schooling, and more.

Monument Library: Beginning Computer Classes. Check at the desk for the schedule of free classes Wednesday mornings for beginner computer users. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or ppld.org.

Monument Library: Talk English! every Mon., 7-8:30 p.m. Practice informal social conversation in English with friendly and supportive people. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

Monument Library Socrates Café, every Tue., 1-3 p.m. This group focuses on a deeper look into philosophy, religions, spirituality, and the common threads among humanity. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or ppld.org.

Monument Library Senior Synergy, every Wed., 10 a.m.-noon. Join this group dedicated to empowering individual growth through life-long learning and positive relationships. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or ppld.org.

Monument Library: Life Circles, Mon., Mar. 15, 10:30 a.m. This supportive writing group provides discipline, inspiration, and structure during the process of writing one’s memories or history. Meets 1^st & 3^rd Mon. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or ppld.org.

Monument Library: AARP Mature Safe Driving Program, Thu. & Fri., Mar. 18-19, 1-5 p.m. Bone up on your driving skills and lower your insurance rates. Cost: $12 for AARP members, $14 for nonmembers. Must attend both days. Registration required. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Registration & Info: 488-2370 or ppld.org.

Monument Library’s Monumental Readers Book Club, Fri., Mar. 19, 10-11:30 a.m. All are welcome to this spirited group. Meets 3^rd Fri. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or ppld.org.

Monument Library: Tri-Lakes Crafters, Fri., Mar. 19, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Drop in to share ideas, get help. Meets 1^st and 3^rd Fri. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: Clare Wissinger, 481-8442.

Monument Library: History Buffs, Wed., Mar. 24, 1-3 p.m. Each month this group picks a period of history and members read any book from that time period. Meets 4^th Wed. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or ppld.org.

Palmer Lake Book Group, Fri., Apr. 2, 9 a.m. New members welcome, no registration needed. Meets 1^st Fri. each month at Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587 or ppld.org.

Monument Library: Tri-Lakes Crafters, Fri., Apr. 2, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Drop in to share ideas, get help. Meets 1^st and 3^rd Fri. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: Clare Wissinger, 481-8442.

Monument Library: Life Circles, Mon., Apr. 5, 10:30 a.m. This supportive writing group provides discipline, inspiration, and structure during the process of writing one’s memories or history. Meets 1^st & 3^rd Mon. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or ppld.org.

Monument Library: Quilts on Display. The Palmer Divide Quiltmakers share their stunning needlework on the wall and in the display case. 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370.

The Library Channel (Comcast 17) broadcasts 24/7. See live simulcasts of programs, recorded presentations, a schedule of Library events, children’s story times, an adult literacy program, El Paso County Commissioners meetings, and much more. Find the schedule online at ppld.org, then click on the link "Happenings @ Your Library," then click on the "Comcast 17" link to search the schedule.

Monument Hill Sertoma Club Breakfast Meeting, every Sat., 8 a.m., The Inn at Palmer Divide, 443 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Info: Jan Heinlein, 306-6975.

Talk and Tennies Walking Group. Join with others to get fit. For more information contact Thea at Theapeutic Massage Therapy, 488-2250.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting: Sunlight of the Spirit Women’s Closed Step Study, every Mon., 6 p.m. Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 675 E. Baptist Rd. Info: 487-7781.

Senior Mondays at Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI), every Mon. through March, seniors are admitted into the museum for just $2.50 (regularly $6). Come see the museum that works! See giant steam engines from the late 1800s. Tours begin at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. WMMI is located at 225 North Gate Blvd (I-25 Exit 156 A). For more information, call 488-0880 or visit www.wmmi.org. 

Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Senior Lunches at the old Monument Town Hall, normally every Mon. & Thu., except the 1^st Thu. each month and holidays, 166 Second St., Monument. Arrive 11:30 a.m., dine at noon. Stay for free bingo the 2^nd Thu. each month. Cost: $2. Info: Dorothy Myers, 481-4189; Maggie Nealon, 488-3037.

Artfully Speaking Toastmasters Club, every Mon., 5:30-6:30 p.m., DeVry University, 1175 Kelly Johnson Blvd., Room 15, Colorado Springs. Improve your public speaking, leadership, and meeting planning skills with Toastmasters. New members and visitors welcome. Info: Debbie Bonomo, 593-9882, or visit http://artfullyspeaking.freetoasthost.us. 

Tri-Lakes Business Accelerators Leads Group, every Tue., 8-9:15 a.m., Shani’s Café, 140 Second St. Monument. New businesses are invited to join the group and share leads and tips. Info: Glenn, 492-0551.

YMCA Senior Fitness Classes, every Tue. & Thu., SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit, 8:30 a.m.; SilverSneakers Muscular Strength & Range of Movement, 9:30 a.m., Tri-Lakes Family YMCA, 17250 Jackson Creek Pkwy. Participants must be YMCA or SilverSneakers members. Info: 481-8728.

Tri-Lakes Chapter of Business Networking International, every Wed., 8-9:30 a.m., Inn at Palmer Divide, 443 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Come visit our group and see why it is one of the most successful networking groups in the Tri-lakes! Info: Micah, 352-2292, or e-mail Micah@vistacustomcolors.com. 

Senior Citizen Luncheons, every Wed., 11 a.m.-1 p.m., D-38 Learning Center, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Area seniors are invited for lunch & activities hosted by Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance. $3 donation requested. Info: 488-3855.

Gleneagle Sertoma, every Wed., 11:30 a.m., The Academy Hotel, 8110 N. Academy. Interesting speakers and programs; all are welcome. Info: Larry Oliver 488-9625 or Kay Petersen 481-4403.

Al-anon Meeting: Letting Go, every Thu., 9-10:10 a.m., Tri-Lakes Chapel, room 209, 1750 Deer Creek Rd., Monument. Info: visit www.al-anon-co.org or www.al-anon-alateen.org or call the 24-hour answering service at 719-632-0063 (locally) or 8 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays at 1-888-425-2666 (nationwide).

FACCMasters Club, every Thu., noon, Lockheed Martin, 9975 Federal Dr. Improve your public speaking, leadership, and meeting planning skills with Toastmasters. New members and visitors welcome. Info: visit http://faccmasters.freetoasthost.us or call Kirby, 481-3738.

Alateen meeting, every Thu., 7 p.m., Family of Christ Church, 675 Baptist Rd., southwest corner room, door will be ajar. Info: Jean, 487-8781.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting: Recovery in Action Group–Open, Big Book Study, every Thu., 7 p.m., Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 675 E. Baptist Rd. Info: 487-7781.

Tai Chi for Arthritis Class, Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Tri-Lakes Senior Center, Lewis-Palmer High School, across from the YMCA. This gentle exercise program can relieve the symptoms of chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. Even those who cannot stand can participate and benefit. A map can be found at www.ourcommunitynews.org/v9n9.htm#srcenter. Info: 481-8728 or visit www.trilakesseniors.org. 

Myasthenia Gravis Association of Colorado Support Group Meetings. Location varies. For information, call Carolyn, 488-3620, or contact the MGA: visit www.4-mga.org, phone 303-360-7080, or e-mail 4mga@4-mga.org. 

Fibromyalgia Support Group, Mon., Mar. 8, 5 p.m., College Pharmacy, 3505 Austin Bluffs Pkwy (downstairs), Colorado Springs. A DVD on the disease and treatments will play 5-6 p.m.; the meeting starts at 6 p.m. Share concerns and success stories in a small group and address your questions to a D.O. Learn how you can become pain-free. Visitors and new participants welcome. No charge, no products sold. Meets 2^nd Mon. each month. Info: Lorna Searle, 481-3735.

Tri-Lakes Home Educators’ Support Group, Mon., Mar. 8. Meets 2^nd Mon. each month for support, information, field trips, and special events. Info: e-mail Tracy Mills, Millspartyof6@msn.com. 

Friends Like Me: A 45-and-under Support Group for Breast Cancer, Tue., Mar. 9, 6-7 p.m., location to be decided. Join other young women who are battling or have already battled breast cancer. Meets 2^nd Tue. each month. Info: 351-5079.

Tri-Lakes Networking Team Monthly Dinner Meeting, Tue., Mar. 9, 6:30-9 p.m., Sundance Mountain Lodge Inn, 1865 Woodmoor Dr., Monument. Businesswomen building relationships in a social setting. Cost: $20. Meets 2^nd Tue. each month. Info: Janine Robertson, 266-0246, or visit www.meetup.com/trilakesnetworkingteam. 

Black Forest Chapter of AARP Potluck Luncheon, Wed., Mar. 10, 11:30 a.m., Black Forest Lutheran Church, Shoup and Black Forest Road. Meets 2^nd Wed. each month. Info: Electa Beckner at 596-6787 or Chuck Eaton at 495-2443.

Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce/Business Incubator Workshop, Wed., Mar. 10, 5:45 p.m., mixer; 6-7:30 p.m., workshop plus Q&A, 14960 Woodcarver Rd., Colorado Springs (just west of I-25 and Baptist Road at Woodcarver Properties Suites). Steve Imke will present "Company valuation, maximizing value through knowledge, knowing when and how to sell your company." Meets 2^nd Wed. each month. RSVP: Beverly Levine, 930-5258, 481-4877 x 100, or pm@trilakesbi.com. 

Senior Bingo at Monument Town Hall, Thu., Mar. 11, 166 Second St., Monument, after the noontime senior lunch. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m., then stay and play. Free! Win prizes! Meets 2^nd Thu. each month. Info: Maggie Nealon, 488-3037.

Ben Lomond Gun Club, Tri-Lakes Chapter, Thu., Mar. 11, 7 p.m., Tri-Lakes Fire Station 1, 18650 Hwy 105 west of Monument near the bowling alley. Meets 2^nd Thu. each month. Info: 481-3364.

El Paso County Hazardous Materials Collection Facility, Sat., Mar. 13, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 3255 Akers Dr., Colorado Springs. The facility is open the 2^nd Saturday each month as well as Mon.-Thu., 7 a.m.-5 p.m. and accepts paint and related products, lawn and garden chemicals, household cleaners, old batteries, fire extinguishers, fireworks, flares, ammunition, automotive products, (no tires), various electronics, and TVs up to 19" diagonal. Bring a nonperishable food item for Care and Share. Akers Drive runs north off Constitution Avenue just west of Marksheffel Road. Info: 520-7878 or visit http://adm.elpasoco.com/Environmental_Services/Solid_Waste_Management. 

Tri-Lakes Church of Christ Community Closet, Sat., Mar. 13, 1-3 p.m., 20450 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument (SW corner of Beacon Lite and County Line Roads west of I-25). All are welcome to shop for free gently-used clothing items. Donations of clean clothing and shoes in good condition are appreciated. Open 2^nd Sat. each month until further notice. Info: 495-4137; or the church, 488-9613.

Senior Tea, Tue., Mar. 16, 1-3 p.m., Senior Center at Lewis-Palmer High School (across from the YMCA). St. Patrick’s Day theme this month. Come early. Bring a dessert to share. Tea sandwiches and/or salads provided. Teacups and tea provided. Meets 3^rd Tue. each month. Info: Irene C., 484-0517; Irene W., 481-1188; or Mary Frances, 481-2360.

Tri-Lakes Parents of Multiples, Mon., Mar. 15, 6:30-8 p.m., Little Log Church, 133 High St., Palmer Lake. Come meet other parents of twins, triplets, and more. Meets 3^rd Mon. each month. Childcare available. RSVP to tlpoms@yahoo.com. Info: 488-4221.

Cancer Support Group for Women, Tue., Mar. 16, 7 p.m., St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 18320 Furrow Rd., Woodmoor. Meets 3^rd Tue. each month. Info: Lindsay, 487-9362.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7829, Tue., Mar. 16, 7 p.m., The Depot Restaurant, 11 Primrose St., Palmer Lake. New members welcome. Meets 3^rd Tue. each month Info: Tony Wolusky, Post Commander, 481-4419, or twolusky@aol.com. 

Macular Degeneration Support Group for the Visually Impaired, Thu., Mar. 18, 1-2 p.m. Meets 3^rd Thu. Location varies. Info: Tri-Lakes Cares, 481-4864 x23.

Central Colorado Wilderness Coalition Meeting, Thu., Mar. 18, potluck supper, 6 p.m., meeting 6:30-8:30 p.m., Beidleman Environmental Center, 740 W. Caramillo St., Colorado Springs. Meets 3^rd Thu. Info: John Stansfield, 303-660-5849 or e-mail jorcstan@juno.com. 

Palmer Lake Historical Society: "A Portrayal of Lucretia Vaile," Thu., Mar. 18, 7 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 66 Lower Glenway. Experience the life of Lucretia Vaile, a founding member of the Colorado Mountain Club, in words and pictures. Presented by Cathleen Norman, PLHS member. Free to the public. Refreshments served. Info: 559-0525 or visit www.palmerdividehistory.org. 

Gleneagle Women’s Club Luncheon, Fri., Mar. 19, MoZaic & Inn at Palmer Divide, 443 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Wine bar available at 11:30 a.m., lunch at noon. Amanda M. Vinton, an attorney, will address the importance of estate planning, wills, and trusts. Cost: $20. RSVP by Mar. 11, 6 p.m., to Phyllis Petersen, 481-4403 or e-mail kayandpjpeterson@aol.com; Susan Colt, 232-8424 or e-mail colts89@gmail.com; or Rosalie Pounder, 481-0405 or e-mail jrpounder@comcst.net. 

Tri-Lakes Women’s Club (TLWC) Luncheon, Fri., Mar. 19, 10:45 a.m., The Pinery, 12375 Black Forest Rd., Black Forest. Celtic Steps School of Irish Dance will entertain. RSVP: Billy Healy, 278-8393, or e-mail famhealy@comcast.net. Membership is open to all women living in School District 38 and the luncheons are open to all current TLWC members and their guests. The club sponsors the Wine and Roses event in October and the Pine Forest Antiques Show and Sale in April. Proceeds from these events benefit local nonprofit groups. Visit www.tlwc.net or contact Judy Crusius, crusii@aol.com, 481-1994; or Barb Dienes, bdienes@msn.com, 487-7392.

Juvenile Diabetes Support Group, Sat., Mar. 20, 9 a.m., It’s a Grind Coffee House, 15954D Jackson Creek Pkwy, Monument. Meets 3^rd Sat. each month. Info: Chris, 884-0832 or e-mail cabernathy@woodmoor.com. 

Monument Homemakers Club Monthly Potluck Lunch, Thu., Apr. 1, 11:30 a.m., Monument Town Hall, 166 2^nd St. Meets 1^st Thu. each month except Jan. and unless D-38 is delayed or closed due to bad weather. Newcomers are welcome. Info: Bev Wells, 488-3327.

Palmer Divide Quilt Guild, Thu., Apr. 1, 7 p.m., Church at Woodmoor, 18125 Furrow Rd. Meets 1^st Thu. each month. Info: Teresa Kovacic, 559-0083, or e-mail teresa.kovacic@biofunctionusa.com. 

American Legion Tri-Lakes Post 9-11, Tue., Apr. 6, 6:30 p.m., Depot Restaurant, Hwy 105 & Primrose St., Palmer Lake. New members welcome. Meets 1^st Tue. each month. Info: Mike Christensen, 484-0467.

MOMS Club of Monument and Colorado Springs North. Come meet other stay-at-home moms and kids in your area. Weekly activities and playgroups scheduled throughout the month for ages birth and up. Moms in Monument and Palmer Lake visit http://sites.google.com/site/monumentmomsclub/ or e-mail monumentmomsinfo@gmail.com. Moms in ZIP 80921 and parts of Black Forest contact Debbie, 646-5939, debdidovic@gmail.com. Info: visit www.momsclub.org. 

Tri-Lakes Non-Profit Council Meeting, Thu., Mar. 11, 2-3:45 p.m., Learning Center in the D-38 Administration Building (Big Red), 146 Jefferson St. , Monument. Program: "Quality of Life Indicators" report presents facts and trends of the Pikes Peak region economy, environment, education, arts, transportation, and other critical components. The program is free. RSVP to the chamber, 481-3282.

Benet Hill Senior Days: "Pyramids, Pilgrims, and People," Fri., Mar. 12, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Benet Hill Ministry Center, 3190 Benet Lane, Colorado Springs. Cost: $25, includes lunch. Please register by phone, 633-0655, by Mar. 10. 633-0655 Ex. 200 or visit www.benethillmonastery.org 

Benet Hill Retreat Center Women’s Retreat, Fri., Mar. 12-Sun., Mar. 14, 3190 Benet Lane, Colorado Springs. A time for quiet and rest in the beauty of the Black Forest, the retreat offers Benedictine hospitality, spirituality, and community to people of all faith traditions and cultures. Cost: $190, includes all food and lodging. RSVP & info: 633-0655 Ex. 200 or visit www.benethillmonastery.org. 

Black Rose Acoustic Society Open Stage headlined by Julie Davis & Safe Harbor, Fri., Mar. 12, opening act at 7 p.m., Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd. at Shoup Road. Traditional Anglo-American music and folk music from all over the world. Cost: $7 general, $4 BRAS members. Info: Joe Maio, 528-6119, or e-mail jrmtn@comcast.net, or visit www.blackroseacoustic.org. 

Chuck Pyle Concert, Fri., Mar. 12, doors open at 7 for the 7:30 p.m. show, Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts (TLCA), 304 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. The Zen Cowboy will delight you with his unique guitar style, infectious melodies, and straight-from-the-saddle poetry. Tickets are $12 for TLCA members, $15 for non-members ($3 more at the door) and are available at Covered Treasures Bookstore (481-2665) in Monument, The Wine Seller (481-3019) and TLCA (481-0475) in Palmer Lake, and through PayPal at www.trilakesarts.org. 

NEPCO Meeting: Land Use and Planning Issues and Updates (including Gleneagle Golf Course development), Sat., Mar. 13, 10 a.m.-noon, New Monument Town Hall, 645 Beacon Lite Rd. Planners from the county and the Town of Monument will be present. All are welcome to this meeting of local homeowners associations. Info: 481-2723 or visit www.nepco.org. 

Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI): Family Exploration Day–Women in Mining, Sat., Mar. 13, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., lectures at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. In celebration of National Women’s History Month, the featured presenter is Cindy Brick ( www.cindybrick.com ), author of Quilts of the Golden West: Mining the History of the Gold and Silver Rush. Edwardian era tea will be served at noon as part of the day’s activities. Cost: $8 adults, $7 military/AAA, $6 seniors & students, $4 children 3-12, free to children under 3 & museum members. WMMI is located at 225 North Gate Blvd (I-25 Exit 156 A). Info: 488-0880 or visit www.wmmi.org. 

Tri-Lakes Community Blood Drive, Tue., Mar. 16, 3-7 p.m., Tri-Lakes Cares, 235 Jefferson St., Monument. No appointment needed. Sponsored by Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership. Donated blood goes to local Penrose - St. Francis Hospitals. Info: Jackie Sward, 481-4864 x23.

Tri-Lakes Senior Alliance Thrift Store: Grand Opening at New Location, Fri., Mar. 19, 1 p.m., 790 Highway 105 #D in Palmer Lake. Celebrate with refreshments and special bargains. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For volunteer information call Hope, 481-4640. To donate items (no clothes) call Chaz, 229-5946.

Roth Conversion Seminar by Jeff Burum, Fri., Mar. 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Jackson Creek Commerce Center, 16055 Old Forest Pt., Ste 300, Monument. Learn about changes to the internal revenue codes and advantages and disadvantages of a Roth IRA. RSVP and info: 488-5637, 596-3718, or e-mail jbcpa_co@hotmail.com. 

Monument Hill Farmers Market, Sat., Mar. 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Grace Best School, 66 Jefferson St. in downtown Monument. Come see your favorite vendors and many new ones. Enter from Adams Street. Watch for more market dates during the winter and spring. Info: 592-9420.

Hausmusik Quartet Chamber Music Concert, Sun., Mar. 21, doors open 2 p.m. for a 2:30 show, Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts (TLCA), 304 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Hausmusik, comprised of members of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, will perform music by Beethoven and Mendelssohn. Tickets are $12 for TLCA members, $15 for non-members ($3 more at the door) and are available at Covered Treasures Bookstore (481-2665) in Monument, The Wine Seller (481-3019) and TLCA (481-0475) in Palmer Lake, and through PayPal at www.trilakesarts.org. 

Gleneagle Sertoma Blood Drive, Thu., Mar. 25, 1-6 p.m., Antelope Trails Elementary School, 15280 Jessie Dr., Colorado Springs. Sponsored by Penrose St. Francis Hospital and Gleneagle Sertoma Club. Food available after your donation. For appointments, call Bill Nance, 488-2312 or e-mail marbil1985@aol.com. 

New Business Start-Up Seminar by Jeff Burum, Thu., Mar. 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Jackson Creek Commerce Center, 16055 Old Forest Pt., Ste 300, Monument. RSVP and info: 488-5637, 596-3718, or e-mail jbcpa_co@hotmail.com. 

Benet Hill Retreat Center Men’s Retreat, Fri., Mar. 26-Sun., Mar. 28, 3190 Benet Lane, Colorado Springs. A time of silence and rest in the beauty of the Black Forest, the retreat offers Benedictine hospitality, spirituality, and community to people of all faith traditions and cultures. Cost: $190, includes all food and lodging. RSVP & info: 633-0655 Ex. 200 or visit www.benethillmonastery.org. 

Black Rose Acoustic Society Open Stage headlined by Honey Don’t, Fri., Mar. 26, opening act at 7 p.m., Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd. at Shoup Road. Bill Powers and Shelley Gray are backed up by Caleb Roberts and Ryan Drickey producing old time string band music. Cost: $7 general, $4 BRAS members. Info: Joe Maio, 528-6119, or e-mail jrmtn@comcast.net, or visit www.blackroseacoustic.org. 

Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI): Spring Break With the Burros, Sat., Mar. 27, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Meet the two burro mascots "Oro" & "Nugget." Learn about the important role burros played in our mining history. Take a tour of the museum, then venture outside to feed Oro & Nugget some carrots or apples. Daily tours begin at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Cost: $8 adults, $7 military/AAA, $6 seniors & students, $4 children 3-12, free to children under 3 & museum members. WMMI is located at 225 North Gate Blvd. (I-25 Exit 156 A). Info: 488-0880 or visit www.wmmi.org. 

Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts & Castle Rock Players present "Bubba’s Killer Grits," Sat., Mar. 27, 6 p.m., 304 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Dinner and melodrama, with a prize for guessing who dun it. Cost: $40 individual or $75 per couple with a free drink ticket each. Info: 481-0475, or visit www.trilakesarts.org. 

Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI): New Steam Power Exhibit. The exhibit explores the variety of designs and the advancement of steam production in the 19^th century. Cost: $8 adults, $7 military/AAA, $6 seniors & students, $4 children 3-12, free to children under 3 & museum members. WMMI is located at 225 North Gate Blvd (I-25 Exit 156 A). Info: 488-0880 or visit www.wmmi.org. WMMI is located at 225 North Gate Blvd. (I-25 Exit 156 A). Info: 488-0880 or visit www.wmmi.org. 

Palmer Lake’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Sat., Apr. 3, 10-11 a.m., Palmer Lake Village Green and Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Info: 481-2953.

Palmer Lake’s Annual Easter Pancake Breakfast, Sun., Apr. 4, 6-11 a.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. All are invited to enjoy breakfast prepared by the Palmer Lake Volunteer Fire Department. Cost: $5 adults, $3 children. Info: 481-2953.