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ETHNIC CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE

Expires:12/06/2013

you can celebrate the season with an ethnic christmas open house on december 6th at el pueblo history museum. this free family event features live music performances and a chance to sample popular ethnic christmas foods that pueblo is known for.

•Contact Info: 5:00 P.m. To 8:00 P.m. Okolitza Tamburitzans And Grupo Folklorico Omawari. Tamales, Potica, Biscochitos And Kielbasa.
•Phone: 719/583-0453.
•Contact Person: THE MUSEUM IS LOCATED AT 301 NORTH UNION, PUEBLO. END
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ONLINE FUNDRAISING AUCTION

Expires:12/06/2013

there will be an online fundraising auction for the hounshell organization on saturday december 7th at 7pm est. the hounshell organization for child burn victims, based in castle rock colorado, helps child burn victims by providing them with financial assistance and therapeutic programs which help them gain valuable skills. 100% of the final auction sale price goes directly to the hounshell fund.

•Contact Info: Anyone Interested In Getting Involved As A Sponsor, Member Of The Press, Volunteer Or Auction Participant Should E-Mail For More Info
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•Contact Person: YIGGIY AUCTIONS
•Web: www.yiggiy.com
•Email: info@yiggiy.com

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ZOOLALA FUNDRAISING DINNER

Expires:12/07/2013

on sunday, dec. 8th the pueblo zoo will present ‘ zoolala’, an elegant holiday evening celebrating the pueblo zoo and electricritters. the evening includes fine dining at park east restaurant, live music, signature zoo cocktails, tickets and shuttle ride to electricritters, a gift bag, and much more.

•Contact Info: $75 Per Person; Non-Members: $85 Per Person
•Phone: 719-561-1452 Ext 102.
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•Web: www.pueblozoo.org
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BELLS OF CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW

Expires:12/07/2013

the 4-h leaders group ‘bells of christmas’ craft show will be held december 7 and 8th at the creative arts building at the colorado state fairgrounds. food will also be sold both days by the 4-h youth who are raising money for upcoming travel groups.

•Contact Info: From 9:00 A.m. To 4:00 P.m. On Saturday And 10:00 A.m. To 3:00 P.m. On Sunday. There Is No Admission.
•Phone: For more information contact the Extension Office at 583-6566.
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DECK THE RAMPS

Expires:12/07/2013

sk8-strong will be hosting “deck the ramps” at the widefield community centeron saturday december 7th. the event is free to watch, but everyone is encouraged to bring non-perishable foods which will be donated to local families in need throughout the widefield school district.

•Contact Info: (705 Aspen Drive) . From 12:00 Noon – 3:00 P.m. If You’d Like To Compete In The Mini-Ramp Contest (Great Prizes As Always) Please Bring At Least Two Cans Of Food In Lieu Of An Entry Fee.
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KIDS BICYCLE EXCHANGE

Expires:12/07/2013

the kids bicycle exchange is set for saturday, december 7th, from 9-3.at venetucci farm. you can donate your bike at 1 of 4 drop off locationsaround the city.

•Contact Info: Pro Cycling, 600 S. 21st St; Bicycle Village, 2450 Montebello Square Dr; Old Town 426 S. Tejon; Criterium, 6150 Corporate Drive. Get A Voucher For Your Trade In Value
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•Contact Person: KIDS ON BIKES – FULL DETAILS ONLINE
•Web: www.kidsonbikes.net
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CHRISTMAS TOY AND FOOD DRIVE

Expires:12/07/2013

on december 7th, look for the hanover volunteer fire department trucks and community volunteers as they collect toys, food and family board games for children this christmas.

•Contact Info: Exits 119 On East Side Of I-25 And Exit 122 On West Side Of I-2510am-3pm
•Phone: 719-382-1260 X432
•Contact Person: SUSAN KONRAD
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HOLIDAY STYLE IT FORWARD

Expires:12/07/2013

women’s resource agency, inc. is having the holiday style it forward sale on black friday, november 29th and december 6th and 7th at the citadel mall.

•Contact Info: Citadel Mall, Upstairs Between Dillard’s & Jc Penney’s10am-5pm
•Phone: 719-471-3170
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•Web: WRAIN.ORG
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HORNBEK HOMESTEAD HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

Expires:12/07/2013

the florissant fossil beds national monument celebrates the holiday season with an open house at the hornbek homestead on saturday, december 7th, from 10 am until 3 pm. staff and volunteers dressed in period costumes will serve refreshments and conduct tours of the historic 1878 hornbek homestead. there will also be crafts and activities for kids reminiscent of life in the 1800s. -n

•Contact Info: Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument On Teller County #1 A Mile South Of The Town Of Florissant.
•Phone: information call 719-748-3253.
•Contact Person: MONUMENT IS OPEN 9 A.M. – P.M. DAILY. $3 PER PERSON OVER THE AGE OF 16.
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CC ARTS AND CRAFTS SALE

Expires:12/08/2013

the colorado college annual arts and crafts sale runs friday, december 6th through sunday, december 8th. this annual juried arts and crafts sale features original work by more than 80 professional artists and cc students.

•Contact Info: 4-8 P.m. 12/6; 10 A.m.-5 P.m., 12/ 7 And Sunday, Dec. 8. Worner Campus Center, 902 N. Cascade Ave. Free
•Phone: 389-6607
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FESTIVAL OF LESSONS AND CAROLS

Expires:12/08/2013

the festival of lessons and carols is a christian candlelight service of scripture readings interspersed with congregational carols and musical presentations that has been celebrated in the stately beauty of shove chapel for more than 50 years. this years event falls on sunday, december 8th. all are welcome.

•Contact Info: Modeled After The Traditional Service At Kings College, Cambridge, England
•Phone: 389-6607
•Contact Person: 6 P.M., SHOVE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1010 N. NEVADA AVE., FREE
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TWEEDS SOUNDS OF THE SEASON

Expires:12/08/2013

tweeds sounds of the season is having a holiday home tour on saturday, december 7th and sunday, december 8th to benefit three different local non-profit agencies.

•Contact Info:
•Phone: 719-687-5293
•Contact Person: SUZANNE BROWN
•Web: WWW.WPHHT.ORG
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19TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY TOUR

Expires:12/08/2013

the 19th annual holiday tour is presented by the old colorado city historical society on sunday, december 8th at the old colorado city history center.

•Contact Info: 1-5pm
•Phone: 719-636-1225
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•Web: WWW.OCCHS.ORG
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STATE OF THE ROCKIES PROJECT

Expires:12/09/2013

ted turner is the subject of todd wilkinsons provocative new book about the media mogul-turned-bison baron and 21st century green crusader. on monday, december 9th, todd will deliver a lecture at cc as part of this years colorado college state of the rockies project focus on large landscape conservation.

•Contact Info: 7 P.m., Gates Common Room, Third Floor Of Palmer Hall, 1025 N. Cascade Ave. (East Of Tutt Library), Free
•Phone: 389-6607
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INTERBASIN ROUNDTABLE

Expires:12/09/2013

a meeting of the rio grande interbasin roundtable will be held tuesday, december 10th. in alamosa, co. the purpose of the roundtable is to have a forum where water issues of the rio grande basin, and the state, can be discussed by interested parties. the public is encouraged to attend and participate in the proceedings.

•Contact Info: 2 To 5 P.m. Conference Room, San Luis Valley Water Conservancy District, 623 Fourth St.
•Phone: (719) 589-2230
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NETWORK TELEVISION 2.0

Expires:12/10/2013

noel maxam has directed, written, produced, or edited over 3,500 hours of television. on tuesday, december 10th maxam will be at cc to discuss disruptive innovation, a recurring theme of our times. this intriguing presentation will provide a television producers insights into how the entertainment industry is being disrupted.

•Contact Info: 6 P.m., Richard F. Celeste Theatre, Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center, 825 N. Cascade Ave., Free
•Phone: 389-6607
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LIVES IN LIMBO

Expires:12/11/2013

cc alumnus roberto gonzales, of the harvard graduate school of education, will be back on campus on dec. 11th to present lives in limbo: undocumented young adults and the conflicting experiences of belonging and illegality.

•Contact Info: 7 P.m., Richard F. Celeste Theatre, Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center, 825 N. Cascade Ave., Free
•Phone: 389-6607
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BROADWAY BOUND

Expires:12/12/2013

on friday, january 11th the university of northern colorado 2013 musical theatre senior class presents “broadway bound,” a show based on their upcoming new york senior showcase. the cast will talk to the audience after the show, sharing their experiences about learning the craft, performing, and auditioning a unique opportunity for college-bound performers. this event is open to the public and organized by the cast to raise funds for their weeklong nyc audition trip.

•Contact Info: Donations Will Be Gratefully Accepted (Suggested Donation $15 Adults, $10 Students). 7 P.m., Packard Hall, 5 W. Cache La Poudre St.
•Phone: 389-6607
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NEWBORN HOPE

Expires:12/12/2013

newborn hope, inc. will celebrate “giving colorado babies a healthier start” at its annual colorado springs luncheon and fashion show to be held on friday, december 13th at the broadmoor.

•Contact Info: To Make A Reservation For The Images Of Hope Luncheon, Fashion Show And Silent Auction, Or To Support Newborn Hope Go Online
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•Web: www.newbornhope.org
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“DECK THE HALL”

Expires:12/12/2013

the colorado springs chorale will “deck the hall” december 13th, from 7:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. at the pikes peak center.

•Contact Info:
•Phone: 719-634-3737 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Mon through Fri, talk to Jim Sena or Erin.
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•Email: jim@cschorale.org cschorale.org

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RAMPART HIGH EMPTY BOWLS

Expires:12/12/2013

the rampart high school empty bowls club presents a benefit soup dinner on december 12th, 5:30-7:00 pm. this dinner is a benefit to raise money for the world food program usa and also to help with the devastation in the philippines.

•Contact Info: $15.00 Includes Soup Dinner And Hand Crafted Bowl. Enjoy The Talents Of Rampart High School Students In Singsations Choir, Jazz Band And The Swing Club.
•Phone: 719-234-2077 8:00AM-3:00PM
•Contact Person: 8250 LEXINGTON DRIVE
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WHEN RIGHTS GO WRONG

Expires:12/12/2013

the cc philosophy departments colloquium series of lectures continues on thursday, december 12th. chad kautzer will speak about “when rights go wrong: hegel, honneth, and contemporary social pathologies”.

•Contact Info: 3:30 P.m., Gaylord Hall, Main Floor Of Worner Campus Center, 902 N. Cascade Ave., Free
•Phone: 389-6607
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THINGS LEFT BEHIND

Expires:12/12/2013

a screening of the film things left behind and a talk by director linda hoaglund happens at cc on dec. 12th. this film is about the first major art exhibit devoted to hiroshima at the museum of anthropology in vancouver, canada.

•Contact Info: 4 P.m., Max Kade Theatre, Inside Armstrong Hall Room 300, 14 E. Cache La Poudre St., Free
•Phone: 389-6607
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TONY HOAGLAND AT CC

Expires:12/12/2013

the cc visiting writers series presents tony hoagland, one of the nations best poets, on dec. 12th. hoaglands work has been honored by the academy of american poets and the folger shakespeare library.

•Contact Info: 7 P.m., Gates Common Room, Third Floor Of Palmer Hall, 1025 N. Cascade Ave. (East Of Tutt Library), Free
•Phone: 389-6607
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INDIAN WOMEN IN WESTERN MEDIA

Expires:12/12/2013

you’re invited to join cc professors and students for a lively conversation on how indian women are represented (or misrepresented) in western media. this event happens thursday, december 12th.

•Contact Info: 7 P.m., Gaylord Hall, Main Floor Of Worner Campus Center, 902 N. Cascade Ave., Free
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HOLIDAY HOME TOUR

Expires:12/13/2013

on saturday, december 14th, the old north end neighborhood will be hosting a holiday home tour to raise money for twocor, a local non-profit that teaches work ethic and job skills to help at-risk young men achieve self-sufficiency. colorado colleges stewart house – a landmark mansion on millionaires row will be featured along with three other prominent homes decked out in their holiday finest with the assistance of local designers.

•Contact Info: From 10 Am To 6 Pm, Listeners Can Be Purchase Tickets For $25 In Advance Or $30 At The Door
•Phone: or by calling TwoCor at 719.471.6916
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•Web: www.csholidayhometour.com
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E.D. WANTED

Expires:12/13/2013

the sangre de cristo arts & conference center is re-opening the search for the position of executive director and will accept applications through december 13th. a complete job description is available online.

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•Web: http://sdc-arts.org/downloads/ExecutiveDirector1113.pdf
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JAMS

Expires:12/13/2013

the black rose acoustic society hosts acoustic jams at the senior center thursday nights. there are also kids jams at the center on saturdays. the center is located at 1514 n. hancock ave.

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•Web: www.BlackRoseAcoustic.org
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JOHN FIELDER AT CC

Expires:12/13/2013

award-winning colorado outdoor photographer john fielder presents a narrated slideshow about his recent high country treks in wyoming and his latest book, denver mountain parks: ’100 years of the magnificent dream’. the event is slated for friday, december 13th, 7:00 pm in the cornerstone arts center at colorado college.

•Contact Info: Free With All Community Members Invited. A Selection Of John Fielder’s Books And Calendars For Sale And Signing By The Author Afterwards.
•Phone: worner center – 389-6607 / John Stansfield, 303-660-5849;
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•Email: jorcstan@juno.com

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A CHRISTMAS STORY

Expires:12/13/2013

steel city theatre brings back one of its most beloved productions, “a christmas story” on december 6th, 7th and 13th at the steel city theatre in pueblo.

•Contact Info: 241 S Santa Fe Ave., Pueblo
•Phone: 719-994-8298
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•Web: WWW.SCTCPUEBLO.COM
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TRIBUTE TO OUR VETERANS

Expires:12/13/2013

the rocky mountain veterans village foundation announces the 1st annual benefit dinner, dance and auction fundraiser to support our veterans. the event will be held on friday, december 13th at the american legion centennial post 209 in colorado springs. the live auction starts at 3:30pm with a four course dinner served at 6:00pm with dancing to follow. all proceeds from this event will support the foundations veteran support programs.

•Contact Info: At 3613 Jeannine Drive. $25 Per Person ($20 Per Veteran) Corporate Sponsorships Available.
•Phone: Bill Galvan, 719 597-4905, / Rich Flater, 719 597-0773
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•Email: galvan@rmvvf.org rwflater@comcast.net

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WORLD AIDS DAY 2013

Expires:12/13/2013

according to the centers for disease control and prevention, there are now more than 1.1 million people living with hiv/aids in the u.s., and nearly 200,000 of them dont know they are infected. this sad fact highlights an awareness gap and the need for education. with regular testing, early detection and increasingly effective treatments, people can manage hiv and live long productive lives.

•Contact Info: Visit Website To Learn Where You Can Get Tested Today
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•Web: www.actagainstaids.org
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“COZY, SAFE & WARM”

Expires:12/13/2013

out loud, the colorado springs men’s chorus, will present “cozy, safe & warm”. this concert will take place fri., dec. 13th at 7:30 pmand also sat., dec. 14th at 2 pm and 7:30 pm in the first congregational church in downtown col. spgs.

•Contact Info: Tickets Available Online. (20 E. St. Vrain St., Corner Of Tejon; Colo. Sprgs. 80903)
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•Web: www.rmarts.org
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A NIGHT OF STUDENT MUSIC

Expires:12/13/2013

on friday, december 13th the colorado college music department presents “a night of student music”. the concert will be performed by both current students and recent graduates of colorado college: this free show starts at 7:30 p.m. in packard hall.

•Contact Info: Featuring Works By Dvorak, Liszt, Schumann, Beethoven, Milhaud, And Debussy.
•Phone: 389-6607
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SUMMIT BY CANDLELIGHT

Expires:12/14/2013

the colorado springs childrens chorale presents summit by candlelight – on december 14th at 7:00 pm in the broadmoor community church.

•Contact Info: Featuring Songs And Arrangements By Notable Composers Such As Johann Sebastian Bach, John Rutter, Eric Whitacer And Rollo Dilworth,
•Phone: 719-633-3562.
•Contact Person: TICKETS $10 AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR OR BY CALLING DOORS OPEN AT 6:30.
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MACBETH

Expires:12/14/2013

macbeth, shakespeares darkest, bloodiest, and fastest play is given a very different, new look in this cc theatre and dance department production which runs dec. 12 -14th.

•Contact Info: Directed And Designed By Andrew Manley With A Student Cast Of 24. 8 P.m., Cornerstone Black Box Theatre, Tickets: Worner, $5 General Admission
•Phone: 389-6607
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DEVOTIONAL CULTURES

Expires:12/14/2013

“devotional cultures” is an exhibit that examines the ways in which european catholic imagery and ritual practices took root and evolved in latin america. a special preview and reception happens tuesday, december 17th at colorado college.

•Contact Info: 4:30-6 P.m., Third Floor Of Palmer Hall, 1025 N. Cascade Ave. (East Of Tutt Library), Free
•Phone: 389-6607
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SOLI DEO GLORIA CHOIR CONCERT

Expires:12/14/2013

soli deo gloria community choir will present a free concert, unto us a child is born on saturday, december 14th at first united methodist church in colorado springs.

•Contact Info: 420 N Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs3pm
•Phone: 719-260-9321
•Contact Person: JANE POWELL
•Web: WWW.SOLIDEOGLORIACS.ORG
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GLUTEN-FREE HOLIDAY PARTY

Expires:12/14/2013

the pike’s peak celiacs will host a gluten-free holiday party at the ruth holley branch library december 14th.

•Contact Info: Instead Of A Guest Speaker, This Month’s Meeting Will Be A Pot-Luck Dessert Party. 685 N. Murray Blvd. At 10:30
•Phone: 469.487.6180
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•Email: trx@pobox.com

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SANTA CLAUS ON THE SANTA FE TRAIL!

Expires:12/14/2013

kids are invited to a special visit with santa claus in the santa fe trail museum, on saturday, december 14th. during santas visit, the museum will be open to the public so everyone can enjoy popular exhibits about trinidad as it grew from a trail to a railroad town.

•Contact Info: 120 S. Chestnut St, Santa, From 11:00 Am-2:00 Pm. The Light Display Will Take Place Every Night From December 6-January 4.
•Phone: 719-846-7217
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•Web: www.trinidadhistorymuseum.org
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CHRISTMAS SQUARE DANCE

Expires:12/14/2013

the monarch mavericks square dance club will host their christmas dance at the salida community center on saturday, dec. 14th. spectators are always invited to watch the fun and share the laughs.

•Contact Info: , 3rd & F. Roger Schappell Will Be Calling, The Theme Is Glitter And Bling
•Phone: For more info call 539-7877
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•Email: monarch.mavericks@yahoo.com

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BACK ROW WINTER CONCERT

Expires:12/14/2013

the back row is colorado college’s only all-male a cappella. their winter concert happens on saturday, december 14th and you’re invited. they will be performing music written by the beatles, kanye west and others. the free concert starts at 6 p.m. in armstrong theatre.

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LA PUENTES CHRISTMAS PARTY

Expires:12/15/2013

each year, the la puente outreach service center hosts an all-age community christmas party to provide warmth and cheer to the people of the san luis valley. la puente outreach is now looking for support from individuals and organizations to help make this years event a success. the party will take place on december 21st. donations of food and gifts for children and adults are needed as well as volunteers to prepare the meal and provide entertainment.

•Contact Info: Gift And Monetary Donations Will Be Accepted At The La Puente Outreach Office At 929 State Ave In Alamosa.
•Phone: Tara Bay, Outreach Director, at 719-587-3781 ex. 23.
•Contact Person: THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY AND SUPPORT!
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YOUTH BE THE CHANGE.

Expires:12/15/2013

the 7th annual educating children of color summit will be held on jan. 11th at colorado college. the theme of the summit is youth be the change. national and local experts will be presenting. the summit provides a unique opportunity for educators and child welfare professionals to enhance their ability to retain and inspire the students they serve.

•Contact Info: Attendance For Students And Parents Is Free. Registration For Professionals Is $25.
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•Contact Person: THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS 12-15-13.
•Web: www.educatingchildrenofcolor.org
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PUEBLO LIBRARY DISTRICT

Expires:12/15/2013

the pueblo library district has a number of events and services available to the community this autumn.

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HOLIDAY ARTS, CRAFTS, AND GIFT FAIR

Expires:12/15/2013

csu-pueblos staff council will host its fourth annual holiday arts, crafts, and gift fair to raise dollars for its classified employee student scholarship fund as well as csu-pueblo employees in need through a helping hands project. the event will be held from 1-8 p.m. on saturday, dec. 14 and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on sunday, dec. 15 in the (occhiato) university center ballroom. the event is free and open to the public.

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BALINESE MUSIC AND DANCE

Expires:12/15/2013

the cc music department will present an afternoon of balinese gamelan music and dance on sunday, december 15th. this event is free and open to the public and starts at 3 p.m. in packard hall.

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LHS JAZZ BANDS WINTER CONCERT

Expires:12/16/2013

the liberty high school jazz bands winter concert happens mon, dec 16th, from 7-9pm.

•Contact Info: Liberty High School Auditorium, 8720 Scarborough Dr. Colorado Springs, Co 80920. Free Admission And Parking.
•Phone: 719-330-5682
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PFLAG MEETING

Expires:12/17/2013

the colorado springs pflag chapter meets the third tuesday of eachmonth at 7pm. the program on dec. 17th will center around a couple short videos provided by an organization called immigration equality – that has worked to promote the right of same-sex partners to immigrate legally. there will also be a discussion about the stress holidays place on families and some coping tips.

•Contact Info: The Naturalization Service Now Recognizes Same-Sex Marriage.
•Phone: For further information, call 575-8658.
•Contact Person: DWELLING PLACE — 508 N. TEJON IN COLORADO SPRINGS. ALL ARE WELCOME.
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CHRISTMAS TREE SALES

Expires:12/18/2013

the pikes peak ranger district will sell christmas tree cutting permits december 2 through 18th. during weekdays, permits may be purchased at the district office at 601 south weber street in colorado springs. on weekends, permits are sold 8:00 a.m. 2:30 p.m. at the woodland park middle school.

•Contact Info: The Cost Is $10.00 Per Tree And Cutting Takes Place Near Woodland Park No Later Than December 18.
•Phone: Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or, call 719-477-4221.
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•Web: www.fs.fed.us/r2/psicc/pp
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JOHN C. FREMONT LIBRARY – DECEMBER 2013

Expires:12/19/2013

the featured artist this month is florence resident, rudl mergelman. enjoy tuesday night at the movies and a holiday silent auction all at the john c. fremont library in december.

•Contact Info: 130 Church Avenue, Florence
•Phone: 719-784-4649
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HOLIDAYS FOR HOPE FUNDRAISER

Expires:12/19/2013

the 4th annual holidays for hope fundraiser happens on december 19th, from 7pm to 11pm at phantom canyon brewery. this event is a fundraiser for the empty stocking fund, and features entertainment from two bands hot djam, and the mike nelson blues trio.

•Contact Info: Tickets Are $80/Couple, $45/Person In Advance Or $50 At The Door.
•Phone: For more information please call 528.5882
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LUDLOW COMMEMORATIVE CENTENNIAL EVENTS

Expires:12/20/2013

two csu-pueblo faculty members are serving on the ludlow centennial commission established by colorado governor hickenlooper to plan a series of events to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the call to strike on september 23rd and the 99th anniversary of the ludlow massacre. events will run from september through december.

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•Phone: 79-549-2810
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•Web: ludlow100.org facebook at ludlow centennial commemoration
•Email: fawnamber.montoya@colostate-pueblo.edu dawndiprince@co.state.us

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PPWFC IN DECEMBER

Expires:12/20/2013

if you’re wondering how to decide what career to pursue or how to even start your job search the pikes peak work force center might be of assistance in the month of december.

•Contact Info: 1675 Garden Of The Gods Road, Suite 1107 Colorado Springs, Co 80907
•Phone: 667-3700 FOR ASSISTANCE
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•Web: WWW.PPWFC.ORG
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BEAR CREEK NATURE CENTER – DECEMBER 2013

Expires:12/20/2013

check out bear creek by candlelight or join in the 114th audubon christmas bird count. take the tots on a santa claus hike at the bear creek nature center in december.

•Contact Info: 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs
•Phone: 719-520-6387
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•Web: ELPASOCOUNTYNATURECENTERS.COM
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FOUNTAIN CREEK NATURE CENTER – DEC ’13

Expires:12/21/2013

nature hikes with santa and horse drawn wagon rides are all on the calendar at fountain creek nature center in december.

•Contact Info: 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain
•Phone: 719-520-6745
•Contact Person:
•Web: WWW.ELPASOCOUNTYPARKS.COM
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WINTERSONG

Expires:12/22/2013

the colorado vocal arts ensemble presents wintersong: a celebration of the season on friday, december 20th @ 7:30 p.m. andsunday, december 22nd @ 4:30 p.m. in shove chapel at colorado college.

•Contact Info: Deborah Jenkins Teske, Conductor. With Special Guests Maria Capp And John Stansfield, Readers. Admission Is Free, Donations Accepted
•Phone: Deborah Teske, (719) 577-4192
•Contact Person:
•Web: www.cvae.org
•Email: deborah@cvae.org

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WINTERSONG: A CELEBRATION OF THE SEASON

Expires:12/22/2013

wintersong: a celebration of the season, is an evening of glorious a cappella music in the splendor of shove chapel by candlelight. the public is invited to this free concert which will have two performances – friday, december 20th @ 7:30pm and sunday, dec. 22nd @ 4:30pm.

•Contact Info: The Colorado Vocal Arts Ensemble, Under The Direction Of Deborah Jenkins Teske, Presents Combining Song And Spoken Word.
•Phone: 389-6607
•Contact Person: SHOVE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1010 N. NEVADA AVE., FREE
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WMMI HOLIDAY FEST 2013

Expires:12/28/2013

on december 26th, 27th and 28th wmmi will be celebrating the holiday season with fun, crafts and hands-on learning opportunities for the whole family! the burro mascots, nugget and chism, will also be a part of the festivities.

•Contact Info:
•Phone: 719-488-0880
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RAPTOR RESOLUTION RUN

Expires:12/28/2013

the nature & raptor center of pueblo presents the raptor resolution run, a 5 mile run / 2,014 yard fun walk on sunday, december 29th.

•Contact Info: 9 Am Registration, Race Starts At 10 Am. Race Begins At The Nature Center Yurt
•Phone: Registration forms online or at the NRCP Office (719) 549-2414
•Contact Person: 5200 NATURE CENTER ROAD PUEBLO, CO 81003
•Web: www.natureandraptor.org
•Email:

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ELECTRICRITTERS HOLIDAY LIGHTEXTRAVAGANZA

Expires:12/29/2013

electricritters holiday light show has become a pueblo tradition. for 18 nights, the pueblo zoo glows with more than 250,000 dancing lights, making for a perfect holiday outing with visiting family and friends. the dates this year are november 27th, 29-30th and december 1st, 6-8th, 13-15th, 20-23rd, and 26-29th.

•Contact Info: 5:30-8:30pm (Last Visitors Admitted Thru The Gate At 8pm)
•Phone: 719-561-1452
•Contact Person:
•Web: WWW.PUEBLOZOO.ORG
•Email:

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WOODLAND PARK: THE EARLY DAYS

Expires:12/29/2013

the ute pass historical society, in conjunction with the woodland park public library, presents ‘woodland park: the early days’, a pictorial montage of woodland park from the 1880s to the 1950s. the photos and text depict the native americans, settlers, ranchers and farmers who first settled in this area. the exhibit runs through the end of the year at the woodland park library.

•Contact Info: Library Located At: 218 E. Midland Avenue In Woodland Park.
•Phone: Ute Pass Historical Society at 719-686-7512
•Contact Person:
•Web:
•Email: uphs@peakinter.net

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RAPTOR RESOLUTION RUN

Expires:12/29/2013

the raptor resolution run is a 5 mile run, 2,014 yard fun walk. it happens sunday, december 29th. at the nature & raptor center of pueblo.

•Contact Info: 9 Am Registration, Race Starts At 10 Am. Race Begins At The Nature Center Yurt
•Phone: (719) 549-2414
•Contact Person: 5200 NATURE CENTER ROAD
•Web: www.natureandraptor.org
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COLORS OF CHANGE

Expires:12/30/2013

the pikes peak pastel society, in conjunction with the manitou springs art council, will present colors of change, an exhibit of fine art at coutura design inspirations, beginning on october 19th through december 30th. an opening reception will be held on saturday, october 19th.

•Contact Info: 6380 Corporate Centre Circle, Colorado SpringsReception 4:30-8pm
•Phone: 719-636-3000
•Contact Person:
•Web: WWW.COUTURA.COM WWW.PIKESPEAKPASTEL.ORG WWW.MANITOUSPRINGSARTSCOUNCIL.ORG
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CSU-PUEBLO BOOK DRIVE

Expires:12/31/2013

this holiday season, the csu-pueblo teacher education association and teacher education program are sponsoring the 13th annual bring a kid a book drive to put books into the hands of school children who come from homes where books are not readily available.

•Contact Info:
•Phone: 719-549-2216
•Contact Person:
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ZONTA CLUBS LAUNCHING FAMILY PROGRAM

Expires:01/01/2014

the zonta club of the pikes peak area is looking for mentors to join its launching families program. volunteers mentor young adults who grew up in the el paso county foster system and are now pursuing their dream of a college education, a career, or a trade.

•Contact Info: These Young People May Have Financial Support But Not Encouragement, Roots, Emotional Support When The Going Gets Tough.
•Phone: Shannon Rowan at 719-573-1458.
•Contact Person:
•Web:
•Email: info@ ZontaPikes Peak.org

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16TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY HEADFRAME LIGHTING

Expires:01/01/2014

southern teller county focus group and cripple creek & victor gold mining company present the 16th annual holiday headframe lighting event beginning on november 29th and running through january 1st on weekend nights (weather permitting). the self-guided tours of 1890s mine structures lighted for the holidays takes place on the mountain sides and roadways around victor and cripple creek.

•Contact Info:
•Phone: 719-689-2675
•Contact Person:
•Web: STCFG@VICTORCOLORADO.COM
•Email:

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MPEC – FALL PROGRAMS 2013

Expires:01/03/2014

a plethora of events and activities are on the fall calendar at the mountain park environmental center in beulah. hikes, holiday cookies, retreat days, an open house, and the winter solstice drum circle are just some of the many activities for the fall months.

•Contact Info:
•Phone: 719-485-4444
•Contact Person:
•Web: www.hikeandlearn.org
•Email:

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CITY SEEKS VOLUNTEERS

Expires:01/05/2014

the city of colorado springs is seeking volunteer applicants to fill vacated seats on the human relations commission. commissioners are tasked with ensuring equal treatment and equal opportunity for all city residents.

•Contact Info: Please Send Applications, Etc. By1/6/14 To City Council; Attention Samantha Gunther; P.o. Box 1575; Colorado Springs, Co 80901.
•Phone:
•Contact Person:
•Web:
•Email: sgunther@springsgov.com

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ASPENPOINTE SUPPORT TEAM

Expires:01/07/2014

the aspenpointe black forest community support team is dedicated to the recovery of the black forest community. this team of fema funded crisis counselors offers counseling, emotional support and links to resources. the team members are available for individual counseling or will conduct informational meetings for clubs, church groups, etc.

•Contact Info: Many Of These Services Are At No Cost
•Phone:
•Contact Person:
•Web: www.aspenpointe.org
•Email:

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EMPTY STOCKING FUND

Expires:01/17/2014

the 2013 gazette – el pomar empty stocking fund benefits local health and human service nonprofit agencies. 100% of your donation goes directly to those in need.

•Contact Info:
•Phone: 476-1673
•Contact Person:
•Web: www.fillanemptystocking.org
•Email:

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COLORADO MASTER GARDENER COURSE

Expires:01/23/2014

if you are a gardener and looking for the latest information on soil, insects, weed management; the most effective way of planting and pruning trees and shrubs; or how to grow more productive vegetables, the colorado state university extension in pueblo is offering a daytime colorado master gardener training course on thursdays, beginning january 23 and running through march 27th.

•Contact Info:
•Phone: he CSU Extension office at 583-6566.
•Contact Person:
•Web: http://pueblo.colostate.edu
•Email:

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MPEC

Expires:01/26/2014

many programs are on the calendar at mpec in beulah in november, december and january. nature for toddlers, dog hikes, yoga classes, a winter solstice drum circle, and a winter break day camp are just some of the many activities planned this winter.

•Contact Info:
•Phone:
•Contact Person:
•Web: WWW.HIKEANDLEARN.ORG
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MPEC – LATE DECEMBER & JANUARY

Expires:01/31/2014

a women’s winter solstice retreat day, a holiday cookie extravaganza, and a winter break day camp are just some of the activities planned in december and january at the mountain park environmental center. don’t forget the horseshoe lodge at mpec for a wonderful overnight getaway and experience the quiet peace of nature.

•Contact Info: Beulah, Colorado
•Phone: 719-485-4444
•Contact Person:
•Web: WWW.HIKEANDLEARN.ORG
•Email:

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PUBLIC FOOD PANTRY

Expires:05/16/2014

westside first wesleyan church will have a food pantry open to anyone in our community who is in need of food assistance. the pantry is open every wednesday and thursday from 9-11am.

•Contact Info: 502 N. Walnut Street, Colorado Springs
•Phone: 719-235-7895
•Contact Person: LAUREN WASINGER
•Web:
•Email: LAUREN.WASINGER@HOTMAIL.COM

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CHILDREN OF LUDLOW: LIFE IN A BATTLE ZONE

Expires:09/30/2015

on september 20th, el pueblo history museum will open a dynamic and poignant exhibit which examines a turbulent period in southeastern colorado’s history, the ludlow massacre. the exhibit presents the experiences of the children living in the ludlow tent colony and the subsequent massacre.

•Contact Info: 301 North Union, Pueblo
•Phone: 719-583-0453
•Contact Person: DAWN DIPRINCE OR DEBORAH ESPINOSA
•Web:
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