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Please note our policy: Our community calendar carries listings on a space-available basis for Tri-Lakes events that are sponsored by local governmental entities and not-for-profit organizations. We include events that are open to the general public and are not religious or self-promotional in nature. If space is available, complimentary calendar listings are included, when requested, for events advertised in the current issue.

To have your event included in Our Community Calendar: Contact John Heiser at 488-3455,  P.O. Box 1742, Monument, Colorado 80132-1742, or calendar@ocn.me. The information we need is the day (such as 3rd Wednesday each month, every Tuesday, or whatever), the time, location (with directions if it isn't a place most people are likely to know), and a point of contact with phone number and/or e-mail address for those wanting more information. There is no charge for listings in Our Community Calendar.

Upcoming Events  - Our Community Calendar is split into 

Governmental Bodies  
Local Library Events  
D-38 School Events 
Weekly and Monthly Events  
Special Events

Although we strive for accuracy in these listings, you are strongly urged to double-check the time and place of any event you wish to attend by calling the info number for that event.  

Items, if any, differ from what was printed in the latest issue of OCN. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Governmental Bodies

• Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Mon., Feb. 6, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Meets 1^st and 3^rd Mon. each month. Info: 884-8017.
• El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting, Tue., Feb. 7, 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.
• D-38 Accountability Advisory Committee (DAAC) Meeting, Tue., Feb. 7, 7 p.m., Palmer Lake Elementary School, 115 Upper Glenway. Normally meets 2^nd Tue. each month, location varies. Info: 488-4700, or visit lewispalmer.org.
• D-38 Special Education Advisory Council, Wed., Feb. 8, 6:30 p.m., Learning Center, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Normally meets 2^nd Wed. each month. Info: 488-4700.
• Monument Planning Commission Meeting, Wed., Feb. 8, CANCELED. Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Normally meets 2^nd Wed. each month, 6:30 p.m., Info: 884-8017.
• Palmer Lake Planning Commission Workshop, Wed., Feb. 8, CANCELED. Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Meets 2^nd Wed. each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us.
• Woodmoor Water & Sanitation District Meeting, Thu., Feb. 9, 1 p.m., 1845 Woodmoor Dr., Monument. Meets 2^nd Thu. each month. Info: 488-2525.
• Palmer Lake Town Council Combined Workshop and Meeting, Thu., Feb. 9, 6:30 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.
• Tri-Lakes Wastewater Facility Joint Use Committee Meeting, Tue., Feb. 14, 10 a.m., 16510 Mitchell Ave. Meets 2^nd Tue. each month. Info: Bill Burks, 481-4053.
• Triview Metropolitan District Board Meeting, Tue., Feb. 14, 5 p.m., Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Meets 2^nd Tue. each month. Info: 488-6868.
• Palmer Lake Sanitation District Board Meeting, Tue., Feb. 14, 7 p.m., 120 Middle Glenway. Meets 2^nd Tue. each month. Info: 481-2732.
• Palmer Lake Planning Commission Meeting, Wed., Feb. 15, CANCELED. Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Meets 3^rd Wed. each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us.
• Donala Water & Sanitation District Board Meeting, Thu., Feb. 16, 1:30 p.m. 15850 Holbein Dr., Colorado Springs. Normally meets 3^rd Thu. each month. Info: 488-3603.
• Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Board Meeting, Thu., Feb. 16, 6 p.m., Learning Center, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Meets 3^rd Thu. each month. Info: 488-4700.
• Monument Sanitation District Board Meeting, Thu., Feb. 16, 7 p.m., 130 2^nd St. Meets 3^rd Thu. each month. Info: 481-4886.
• Monument Board of Trustees Meeting, Mon., Feb. 20, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Normally meets 1^st and 3^rd Mon. each month. Info: 884-8017.
• El Paso County Planning Commission Meeting, Tue., Feb. 21, 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.
• Triview Metropolitan District Board Meeting, Wed., Feb. 22, 5 p.m., Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd. (at Hwy 105). Meets 4^th Wed. each month. Info: 488-6868.
• Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Board Meeting, Wed., Feb. 22, 6:30 p.m., 166 Second St., Monument. Meets 4^th Wed. each month. Info: Jennifer Martin, 484-0911.
• Wescott Fire Protection District Board Meeting, Wed., Feb. 22, 7 p.m. Station 1, 15415 Gleneagle Dr. Meets 4^th Wed. each month. Info: 488-8680.
• Woodmoor Improvement Association Board Meeting, Wed., Feb. 22, 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., Feb. 23, 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., Mar. 1, 6:30 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Meets 1^st Thu. each month. Info: 481-2953 or visit www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us.
• Academy Water & Sanitation District Board Meeting, Wed., Mar. 7, 7 p.m., Donald Wescott Station 2, 15000 Sun Hills Dr. Meets 1^st Wed. each month. Info: 481-0711.

Local Library Events

• 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 or www.ppld.org.
• 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 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Paws to Read, Mon. & 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 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Bookbreak, 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 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Storytime, every Tue., 10:15 & 11 a.m. Stories and more for children ages 3 and older. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Palmer Lake Library: Storytime, every Wed., 10:30-11:30 a.m. Stories and more for children ages 3 and older. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Toddler Time, every Thu., 10:15 & 10:45 a.m. Rhymes & rhythms for kids up to 24 months. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• 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 or www.ppld.org.
• Palmer Lake Library: Toddlertime, every Fri., 10:30 a.m. An introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1- and 2-year-old children. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587 or www.ppld.org.
• Palmer Lake Library: Paws to Read, Thu., Feb. 9, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Read with Misty, the sweet tiny Sheltie, and then select a prize. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Crafty Teens, Fri., Feb. 10, 3:45-5:15 p.m. Ages 12 and up, learn how to make valentines from a wonderful teacher! Space is limited for this special class, so register on-line or with a librarian. Please bring scissors for cutting paper, an old magazine to cut up, and a glue stick. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. RSVP & Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Family Fun–Winter Blues Blast, Sat., Feb. 11, 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Activities begin with harmonica lessons at 10:30 a.m. for children in grades 3-6 (registration required), followed by live jazz and blues music at noon. Join the sing-along with Nathan Worthey at 1:30, line dancing at 2:30, and become part of an impromptu rhythm band at 3:30. Face painting, crafts, snacks, and hand bells will be available throughout the afternoon. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. RSVP & Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Bookeaters Club, Wed., Feb. 15, 3:30-5 p.m. Grades 7 and up, have a snack with your friends and discuss Found, book one in The Missing series by Margaret Peterson Haddix. A chance to win a book, too! Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Fabulous Friday Fun, Fri., Feb. 17, 4:15-5:15 p.m. Elementary and middle school students, continue exploring the Dewey Decimal System and finish the scavenger hunt. Have snacks and rewards for finding answers. Every participant earns a free book! Bring a friend for twice Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. RSVP & Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Anime & Manga Club, Fri., Feb. 24, 4:15-5:30 p.m. For teens in grades 8-12: Great discussion and activities regarding your favorite anime or manga. Refreshments provided. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Palmer Lake Library: Paws to Read, Sat., Feb. 25, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Read to Kirby, a quiet Golden Retriever, and collect a prize. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: American Girl Book Club, Wed., Feb. 29, 4:15-5:30 p.m. Grades 3-5. Registration is closed for this club. Members are reading Molly Takes Flight for this meeting. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. RSVP & Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Pikes Peak Library District’s Kids Web: Kids Web at www.ppld.org features resources for school reports and homework, Tumblebooks––free online read-along books, and a Fun & Games link. A "grown-ups" link has information about local school districts, home-schooling, and more.

Adult Programs

• Monument Library: Speak English! every Mon., 7 p.m. Join this informal conversation circle for adults who want to improve their skills and increase their comfort levels when speaking English. No registration is required. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370, or www.ppld.org.
• 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 www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Beginning Computer Classes. Check at the desk for the schedule of free classes Wed. mornings for beginner computer users. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370, or www.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 www.ppld.org.
• Palmer Lake Library: Palmer Lake Knitting Group, every Wed., 10 a.m.-noon. Knit with other knitters. Cheri Monsen, expert knitter, will be there to answer questions. Palmer Lake Branch Library, 66 Lower Glenway. Info: 481-2587 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Life Circles, Mon., Feb. 6, 10:30 a.m. This supportive writing group provides inspiration and structure during the process of writing one’s memories or history. Normally meets 1^st & 3^rd Mon. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Introduction to PPLD’s CyberShelf Downloads, Wed., Feb. 8, 4-5:30 p.m. Learn to navigate the PPLD CyberShelf page, download free software, place eHolds, search for eBooks or eAudiobooks to checkout. This class will include a download demonstration for an eBook and eAudiobook as well as instruction on how to transfer to device. Registration required. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info & RSVP: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Free Yoga Class, Thu., Feb. 9, noon-1 p.m. Yoga flow for beginners and intermediates. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: Corinne, 651-4694 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Introduction to PPLD’s CyberShelf Downloads, Tue., Feb. 14, 4-5:30 p.m. Learn to navigate the PPLD CyberShelf page, download free software, place eHolds, search for eBooks or eAudiobooks to checkout. This class will include a download demonstration for an eBook and eAudiobook as well as instruction on how to transfer to device. Registration required. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info & RSVP: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Free Yoga Class, Thu., Feb. 16, noon-1 p.m. Yoga flow for beginners and intermediates. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: Corinne, 651-4694 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library’s Monumental Readers Book Club, Fri., Feb. 17, 10-11:30 a.m. All are welcome to this spirited group. This month’s selection is Crooked Letter, Crooked Letter by Tom Franklin. Meets 3^rd Fri. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Tri-Lakes Knitters & Crafters, Fri., Feb. 17, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Drop in to share ideas, get help. Normally meets 1^st and 3^rd Fri. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: Clare Wissinger, 481-8442 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: AARP Mature Safe Driving Program, Sat., Feb. 18, 1-5 p.m. Bone up on your driving skills and lower your insurance rates. Cost: $12 for AARP members, $14 for nonmembers. Registration required. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Registration & Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: History Buffs Book Discussion Group, Wed., Feb. 22, 1-3 p.m. Enjoy a trip through history with other history lovers. Meets 4^th Wed. each month. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: 488-2370 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Free Yoga Class, Thu., Feb. 23, noon-1 p.m. Yoga flow for beginners and intermediates. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: Corinne, 651-4694 or www.ppld.org.
• Free Yoga Class, Thu., Mar. 1, noon-1 p.m., Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Yoga flow for beginners and intermediates. Info: Corinne, 651-4694.
• Palmer Lake Book Group, Fri., Mar. 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 www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Tri-Lakes Knitters & Crafters, Fri., Mar. 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 or www.ppld.org.
• Monument Library: Hiring an Unpaid Colorado Intern Workshop, Mon., Mar. 5, 8:30-10 a.m. Unpaid interns allow nonprofits to keep costs down while providing high-quality services and products. This workshop will help attendees to design an effective intern program. Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Info: Jean Harris, 488-2370, or www.ppld.org.
• 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 www.ppld.org, then click on the link "Happenings @ Your Library," then click on the "Comcast 17" link to search the schedule.

For other library events, please check http://www.ppld.org/communityconnections/calendar.

Weekly and Monthly Events

• Monument Hill Kiwanis Club Breakfast Meeting, every Sat., 8 a.m., The Inn at Palmer Divide, 443 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Info: Jan Heinlein, 306-6975.
• Share a Free Meal at Western Bee Co., every Sun., 1-3 p.m., 16625 Roller Coaster Rd., Colorado Springs (near the corner of Baptist Road and Roller Coaster Road). Western Bee Co. is offering a simple meal and simple fellowship to those in need in our community. If you need transportation, call 749-1086 or be at the Monument Park and Ride shelter between 12:45 and 2:30 p.m. every Sunday. Meals are organic and gluten free is also available. Info: Suzzannemarie, 749-1086.
• Artfully Speaking Toastmasters Club, every Mon., 5:45-6:45 p.m., DeVry University, 1175 Kelly Johnson Blvd., Room 11, Colorado Springs. Improve your public speaking, leadership, and meeting planning skills. New members and visitors welcome. Info: Hunter McCord, 439-2795; email huntersmccord@gmail.com; or visit http://artfullyspeaking.freetoasthost.us.
• 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 Lunches at the old Monument Town Hall, every Mon. & Thu., except the 1^st Thu. each month and holidays, Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Administration Complex 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.
• 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.
• BNI Tri-Lakes Chapter, every Wed., 8-9:30 a.m., Inn at Palmer Divide, 443 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. If your company needs more business, visit us and learn how we can help you. Come see why our networking group is so successful. Info: www.bnitrilakes.com, Dr. Kathy Yuhasz, 594-9700, email katyuhasz@comcast.net.
• Senior Citizen Luncheons, every Wed., 11 a.m.-1 p.m., D-38 Learning Center, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership (HAP) invites area seniors for lunch & activities. Free blood pressure screening 1^st & 3^rd Wed. $3 donation requested. Info: 487-8218.
• Gleneagle Sertoma, every Wed., 11:45 a.m., Liberty Heights, 12015 Ambassador Dr. (off Voyager Blvd.) Interesting speakers and programs; all are welcome. Info: Sherry Edwards, 488-1044; or Bill Nance, 488-2312.
• 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.
• Delivered through Christ Recovery Group, every Thu., 6:30-8 p.m., 14960 Woodcarver Rd. (just west of I-25 and Baptist Rd.) Bible-based support group for all addictions. Info: 930-1954.
• Alateen meeting, every Thu., 7 p.m., Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 675 E. 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 Health Class, every Fri., 1-1:45 p.m., Tri-Lakes HAP 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. 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 email 4mga@4-mga.org.
• Tri-Lakes Business Incubator Free Workshop: Branding your Business, Tue., Feb. 7, 10-11 a.m., 14960 Woodcarver Rd, Colorado Springs. Logo and artwork guidelines, and more. Cost: $5 TLBI members, $10 non-members. Prepayment & registration required: call 481-4877 x100 or visit www.trilakesbi.org.
• Black Forest Chapter of AARP Potluck Luncheon, Wed., Feb. 8, 11:30 a.m., Black Forest Lutheran Church, Shoup and Black Forest Road. Meets 2^nd Wed. each month. Info: Chuck Karlstrum, 749-9227, or Stan Beckner, 596-6787.
• Tri-Lakes Incubator Low-Cost Workshop: Making Dollars & Sense of Social Media - Part II, Thu., Feb. 9, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 14960 Woodcarver Rd, Colorado Springs. Find the best places to be online, learn easy improvements that make a website more attractive to your clients, explore some of the basic ways to use social media as a part of your online marketing campaigns. Cost: $15 members, $20 nonmembers. Bring your lunch. Pre-payment & registration required: call 481-4877 x100 or visit www.trilakesbi.org.
• Senior Bingo at Old Monument Town Hall, Thu., Feb. 9, Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Administration Complex, 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.
• Legacy Sertoma Dinner Meeting, Thu., Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m., Monument Hill Country Club, 18945 Pebble Beach Way, Monument. New members and visitors welcome. Meets 2^nd & 4^th Thu. each month. Info: Ed Kinney, 481-2750.
• Ben Lomond Gun Club, Tri-Lakes Chapter, Thu., Feb. 9, 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.
• Palmer Lake Art Group, Sat., Feb. 11, 9 a.m., Vaile Hill Gallery, 118 Hillside Rd., Palmer Lake. A variety of art programs are offered after the business meeting. Guests welcome. Meets 2^nd Sat. each month. Info: 487-1329, or visit www.palmerlakeartgroup.com.
• El Paso County Hazardous Materials & Recycling Collection Facility, Sat., Feb. 11, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 3255 Akers Dr., Colorado Springs. Open the 2^nd Saturday each month as well as Mon.-Thu., 7 a.m.-5 p.m., and now accepts common recyclable items in addition to household hazardous waste such as 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-inch diagonal. Bring a nonperishable food item for Care and Share. Info: 520-7878, or visit http://adm.elpasoco.com/Environmental_Services/Solid_Waste_Management.
• Fibromyalgia Support Group, Mon., Feb. 13, 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 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., Feb. 13. Meets 2^nd Mon. each month for support, information, field trips, and special events. Info: email TLHESG@gmail.com.
• Macular Degeneration Support Group for the Visually Impaired, Thu., Feb. 16, 1-2 p.m. Meets 3^rd Thu. Location varies. Info: Tri-Lakes Cares, 481-4864 x23.
• Tri-Lakes Business Incubator Low-cost Workshop: Outlook 101, Thu., Feb. 16, 1-3 p.m., 14960 Woodcarver Rd, Colorado Springs. There’s more to Microsoft Outlook than just emails! Cost: $15 TLBI members, $20 nonmembers. Prepayment & registration required: call 481-4877 x100 or visit www.trilakesbi.org.
• Palmer Lake Historical Society Meeting: Frank Lewis-Dale Jones Gang, Thu., Feb. 16, 7 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Retired police investigator Dwight Haverkorn tells of the gang that perfected the use of the getaway car to flee bank robberies, killed nine police officers between 1913 and 1918, and had a deadly shootout in Colorado Springs in 1918. Free and open to all. Refreshments served after the program. Info: Sarah, 481-4278, or visit palmerdividehistory.org.
• Tri-Lakes Women’s Club (TLWC) Luncheon, Fri., Feb. 17, 11 a.m., The Pinery, Black Forest. The program is Skin Health and Wellness by Dr. Lisa Jenks of Genesis Medspa. RSVP: Charlie Ann Hayes, nonahayes@comcast.net, 481-9693, or Maureen Kral, reenbean@aol.com, 282-0164. The luncheons are open to all current TLWC members and their guests. Membership is open to all women living in School District 38. The club sponsors the Wine and Roses event in October and the Pine Forest Antique & Garden Show & Sale in April. Proceeds from these events benefit local nonprofit groups. Visit www.tlwc.net or contact Kathy Murphy, murphys13@comcast.net, or Sandra Sciadni, suzyisperfect@yahoo.com.
• Gleneagle Women’s Club Luncheon, Fri., Feb. 17, 11:30 a.m., Glen Eagle Golf Course Club House. "It All Started with a Hairdryer": Dee Kirby, a member of the Second Friday Book Club, will share her writing journey. Cost: $19. RSVP by Feb. 10, 5 p.m., to Dianne, 330-8748, cleaverdb@comcast.net; Marilyn, 488-6892, mlynLaRue@aol.com; or Nadine, 487-3125, nabbols@q.com.
• Juvenile Diabetes Support Group, Sat., Feb. 18, 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 email cabernathy@woodmoor.com.
• Amateur Radio W0TLM (Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Radio Association), Mon., Feb. 20, 6:30 p.m., Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Station 1, 18650 Hwy 105 (next to Pinz bowling alley). All Amateur Radio Operators or those interested in becoming Amateur Radio Operators are welcome. Meets 3^rd Mon. each month. Info: Joyce Witte, 488-0859.
• Senior Tea, Tue., Feb. 21, 1-3 p.m., Senior Center at Lewis-Palmer High School (across from the YMCA). Come early to socialize, bring a salad or dessert to share. Meat dishes and tea provided. Be prepared to have fun! Voluntary donations welcome. Meets 3^rd Tue. each month. Info: Irene C., 484-0517.
• Cancer Support Group for Women, Tue., Feb. 21, 7 p.m., St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 18320 Furrow Rd., Woodmoor. Meets 3^rd Tue. each month. Info: Lindsay, 487-9362.
• Ladies Auxiliary to VFW Post 7829, Tue., Feb. 21, 6-7:30 p.m., Sundance Mountain Lodge, 1865 Woodmoor Dr., Monument. New members welcome. If you are a female relative of a veteran who served on foreign soil during war or other military action, you might be eligible. Meets 3^rd Tue. each month. Info: Martine Arndt, 231-5323, or email Martine.Arndt@yahoo.com.
• Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7829, Tue., Feb. 21, 7 p.m., Sundance Mountain Lodge, 1865 Woodmoor Dr., Monument. New members welcome. Meets 3^rd Tue. each month. Info: Tony Wolusky, post commander, 481-4419, or twolusky@aol.com.
• Senior Social, Wed., Feb. 22, 1-4 p.m., Fellowship Hall of the Black Forest Lutheran Church, 12455 Black Forest Rd. The Black Forest Lutheran Church and the Black Forest AARP Chapter 1100 invite area seniors for an afternoon of socializing. All are welcome; bring a friend and enjoy chatting, doing handwork, or playing Mexican train dominoes. Light refreshments will be served. Meets 4^th Wed. each month. Info: Lavonne, 495-4021.
• Tri-Lakes Incubator Low-Cost Workshop: Put the Rights in your Copyrights, Thu., Feb. 23, 4:30-5:30 p.m., 14960 Woodcarver Rd, Colorado Springs. Learn more about how to use these powerful rights to protect your creative works. Cost: $5 members, $10 nonmembers. Pre-payment & registration required: call 481-4877 x100 or visit www.trilakesbi.org.
• Legacy Sertoma Dinner Meeting, Thu., Feb. 23, 6:30 p.m., Monument Hill Country Club, 18945 Pebble Beach Way, Monument. New members and visitors welcome. Meets 2^nd & 4^th Thu. each month. Info: Ed Kinney, 481-2750.
• Monument Homemakers Club Monthly Potluck Lunch & Meeting, Thu., Mar. 2, 11:30 a.m., Tri-Lakes Fire Department Administrative Building, 166 Second St., Monument (Second at Jefferson). Bring a food dish to share and your own dinner service and flatware. Meets 1^st Thu. each month except Jan. and unless D-38 is delayed or closed due to bad weather. Newcomers are welcome. Please call Irene if you are bringing a "first-time" guest so she can bring the handmade guest gift. Anyone needing a ride to the meeting may call Faye Brenneman, 488-0076. RSVP & info: Irene Walters, 481-1188, or Jean Sanger, 592-9311.
• Palmer Divide Quilt Guild, Thu., Mar. 2, 7 p.m., Church at Woodmoor, 18125 Furrow Rd. Meets 1^st Thu. each month. Info: Teresa Kovacic, 559-0083, or email teresa.kovacic@biofunctionusa.com.
• NEPCO Meeting, Sat., Mar. 10, 10 a.m.-noon, Monument Town Hall, 645 Beacon Lite Rd. Susan McLean, Donala professional landscaper, will discuss landscaping with xeriscape. All are welcome to this meeting of local homeowners associations. Info: 481-2723 or visit www.nepco.org.
• 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 newborn and up. Moms in Monument and Palmer Lake visit http://sites.google.com/site/monumentmoms/ or email monumentmomsinfo@gmail.com. Moms in ZIP 80921 and parts of Black Forest contact Kim L., 488-9665 Info: visit www.cosnorthmomsclub.com.

Special Events

• Palmer Lake Art Group Valentine Art Exhibit and Sale, Fri.-Sat., Feb. 3-4, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., opening reception Feb. 3, 5-8 p.m., West End Center, 755 S. Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Paintings and photography, jewelry, fiber art, and more are showcased. Nonprofit Palmer Lake Art Group, the oldest art group in the area, has grown from a few Palmer Lake residents to more than 50 members from various Front Range communities. The group raises scholarship funds for D-38 art students who plan to continue their art education. Info: www.palmerlakeartgroup.com or contact Margarete Seagraves, 487-1329 or email seagml@compdsn.com.
• Town Hall meeting with District 1 El Paso County Commissioner Darryl Glenn, Sat., Feb. 4, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Colorado Springs Fire Station 19, 2490 Research Pkwy. (near Chapel Hills and Research Parkway). Glenn will discuss the county’s 2012 budget, oil and gas regulations, 2012 election year issues and overview, and other county topics. Free and open to the public. Info: 520-6411 or email DarrylGlenn@elpasoco.com.
• Avon Walk Training Walk, Sun., Feb. 5, 4-6 p.m., Baptist Road/Santa Fe Trail shelter. Join with others to train for the 39-mile Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Tax-deductible donations can be made online at www.avonwalk.org/goto/LisaNHatfield. Info: Lisa, 488-0786.
• D-38 School Bus Fees Informational Meeting, Tue., Feb. 7, 7 p.m., Learning Center, D-38 Administration Building, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Find out about the possibility of implementing bus fees for the 2012-13 school year. Info: 481-9546.
• Free Stroke and Heart Attack Recognition Class, Wed., Feb. 8, 9-11 a.m., Black Forest Lutheran Church, 12455 Black Forest Rd. Personnel from the Black Forest Fire and Rescue will tell how to recognize the indicators of stroke and heart attack and how to respond. Free and open to the public. All attending the class are invited to stay for the noon lunch with the Black Forest AARP chapter. Guest speaker Walt Sealy will discuss fire hazard mitigation. If School District 20 cancels or delays school due to weather that day, the class and meeting will be rescheduled. Info: Gwen, 495-2176.
• D-38 School Bus Fees Informational Meeting, Wed., Feb. 8, 4:15 p.m., Learning Center, D-38 Administration Building, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Find out about the possibility of implementing bus fees for the 2012-13 school year. Info: 481-9546.
• Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Class for Women, Thu., Feb. 9, 5-9 p.m. & Sat., Feb. 11, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Monument YMCA, 17250 Jackson Creek Pkwy. Learn simple techniques to keep yourself safe in daily life. The 12-hour course, conducted by the Monument Police Department, focuses on awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance, and basics of hands-on defense training. Courses are taught by certified R.A.D. instructors and include a workbook and reference manual. Cost: $30. Register at the Monument Police Department, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., or email Officer Jon Hudson at jhudson@townofmonument.net. Info: www.monumentpd.org.
• County Commissioner Darryl Glenn speaks at Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce 5^th Annual State of the Chamber Breakfast, Fri., Feb. 10, 7:30-9 a.m., the Inn at Palmer Divide, 443 S. Hwy. 105, Palmer Lake. Glenn will discuss the county’s 2012 budget, oil and gas regulations, 2012 election year issues and overview, and other county topics. Cost: Chamber members and regional partners, $20 per person; nonmembers, $25 per person. Tickets & info: 481-3282.
• D-38 School Bus Fees Informational Meeting, Fri., Feb. 10, 9 a.m., Learning Center, D-38 Administration Building, 146 Jefferson St., Monument. Find out about the possibility of implementing bus fees for the 2012-13 school year. Info: 481-9546.
• Black Rose Acoustic Society Open Stage with Mountain Holler Bluegrass Band, Fri., Feb. 10, opening act at 7 p.m., Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd. at Shoup Road. Cost: $7 general, $4 BRAS members, $5 nonmember students.
• Cops for Kids Fundraiser, Sat., Feb. 11, 1 p.m.-1 a.m., Pinz, 855 Hwy. 105, Palmer Lake. Activities throughout the day include Bronco cheerleaders, live music, bowling, food, silent and live auctions, and much more. The Lions Club will offer free eye testing for 3-6 year-old children, 2-4 p.m. Proceeds will go toward surgery for 2-year-old Parker who was born without irises in his eyes, a rare condition called aniridia. Info: 487-7469.
• Black Rose Acoustic Society Thanks to the Members Concert with Tom Rush, Sat., Feb. 11, doors open at 6 for the 7 p.m. show, Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd. at Shoup Road. Don’t miss this opportunity to see a real musical legend. Cost: $25 general public, $15 Black Rose Acoustic Society members. No memberships sold at the door. Tickets are available at Black Rose Open Stages and on line at www.BlackRoseAcoustic.org. Info: 719-330-6569 or www.BlackRoseAcoustic.org.
• Rocky Mountain Music Association (RMMA) Free Concert, Sat., Feb. 11, 7 p.m., Forestgate Presbyterian Church, 970 Northgate Blvd. The second concert in the RMMA series features John and Gail Carpenter, the Singing Sweethearts, singing everything from Grand Opera to Broadway. Both John and Gail have sung with the Metropolitan Opera among many other venues. Seating is limited so reserve in advance: Call 646-2791 or visit rmmaonline.org.
• University School of Monument Informational Meeting, Wed., Feb. 15, 7:30 p.m., Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Find out about a K-12 school opening in the fall of 2012, where traditional Christian education meets home education. Info: 480-7111 or www.usmonument.org.
• West End Center Open House, Sat., Feb. 18, 1-5 p.m., 755 Hwy. 105, Palmer Lake. Vanity Box Salon & Spa will offer free chair massages, 3-5 p.m. Drop in to the Upscale Boutique in the Vanity Box Salon for a free gift. Yoga Pathways Studio will conduct free mini yoga classes all afternoon. Lifting Spirits Adult Day Care will serve refreshments and The Urban Cottage will celebrate its grand opening.
• Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI): Heritage Lecture–Hydraulic Fracturing Panel Discussion, Thu., Feb. 23, 7-8:30 p.m. In hydraulic fracturing, pressurized liquid is pumped into underground formations, causing fractures in order to release oil or gas for extraction. Representatives of industry, environmental concerns, and the media will be represented. Free and open to the public. WMMI is located at 225 North Gate Blvd. (I-25 Exit 156 A) in Colorado Springs. To reserve your spot, call 488-0880, email rsvp@wmmi.org, or visit www.wmmi.org.
• Black Rose Acoustic Society Open Stage with The Matt Flinner Trio, Fri., Feb. 24, opening act at 7 p.m., Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd. at Shoup Road. Bluegrass, jazz, and Celtic. Cost: $7 general, $4 BRAS members, $5 nonmember students. Info: Joe Maio, 528-6119, or email jrmtn@comcast.net, or visit www.blackroseacoustic.org.
• Palmer Lake After Dark, Fri., Feb. 24, 8-11 p.m., Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. For teens and adults: music, dancing, neon lights, food, and raffles. Cost: $10 plus one canned or packaged food item for Tri-Lakes cares. All proceeds benefit FamilyNation, a non-profit organization devoted to inspiring, empowering, and motivating at-risk youths and young adults to bring about positive change in their lives and communities by improving access to needed tools and programs. Scheduled for the last Friday each month. Info: 465-2001 or www.familynation.net. 
• Hiring an Unpaid Colorado Intern Workshop, Mon., Mar. 5, 8:30-10 a.m., Monument Branch Library, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. Unpaid interns allow nonprofits to keep costs down while providing high-quality services and products. This workshop will help attendees design an effective intern program. Info: Jean Harris, 488-2370, or www.ppld.org.
• D-38 Chess Tournament, Sat., Mar. 10, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Lewis-Palmer Elementary School, 1315 Lake Woodmoor Dr., Monument. This free chess tournament is open to all D-38 students, K-12. Registration begins 8:30 a.m.; the first round starts at 9 a.m. There will be four rounds; the tournament should end by 2 p.m. Parents may stay or return to the school at the end of the tournament. Chess sets will be provided. Children may bring their own snacks. Pizza and sodas will be available for purchase, with proceeds paying for trophies and medals for each student. RSVP to Steve Waldmann, Creekside Middle School Chess Club Coach, 488-9887 or huskerco@gmail.com, so he knows how many trophies and medals to order.
• Western Museum of Mining & Industry (WMMI): Family Exploration Day–Women In Mining, Sat., Mar. 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. In celebration of National Women’s History Month, the day features portrayals by renowned historic interpreters, as well as exhibits and activities. At 11 a.m. John Stansfield portrays Dr. Charles F. Gardiner, who cared for miners in the mine camps of Colorado. The afternoon session at 1 p.m. includes Black Forest resident Trisha Dudding as Baby Doe Tabor and author Nancy Oswald recreating characters from her book, Rescue in Poverty Gulch. The Women in Mining organization and the museum will provide interactive exhibits and hands-on activities such as wool spinning, knitting, and much more. 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) in Colorado Springs. Info: call 488-0880, email rsvp@wmmi.org, or visit www.wmmi.org.
• "How’s The Market?" Free Seminar, Sun., Mar. 11, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Serrano’s, 625 Hwy. 105, (next to Vitamin Cottage). Mark Rudolph will present an overview of the current real estate market, including past sales trends and future projections for key neighborhoods in Northgate and Tri-Lakes Areas. Coffee will be provided by ERA Shields Real Estate. Info: 492-3974, 593-1000, or email mrudolph@erashields.com.
• Chamber Bowl, Sun., Mar. 11, 1-4 p.m., Pinz, 855 Hwy. 105, Palmer Lake. A fundraiser for the Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce. Form a team of four or just come enjoy the fun and cheer on our chamber members. Info: 481-3282 or email kstensland@trilakeschamber.com.
• "Catching Up With New Technology," Thu., Mar. 22, 5-8 p.m., Inn at Palmer Divide, 443 S. Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Tri-Lakes Women’s Club (TLWC) will sponsor an educational seminar showcasing the latest personal technology devices. Guest speakers and break-out sessions will provide overviews of how smart phones and tablets work. Representatives from local companies including Best Buy, Sprint, Verizon, T-Mobile, Staples, and TLC Computers will be on hand to answer questions, display the hottest new gadgets, and offer advice. Cost: $12 per person or $20 per couple. Reservations can be made online at www.tlwc.net or paid at the door (cash or check only at the door). Food and beverages will be available for purchase. TLWC supports the Tri-Lakes community through charitable and educational endeavors. TLWC raises and distributes funds to assist qualified organizations and promotes the education of its members and the community through instructional programs. Info: www.tlwc.net.

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