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Articles from Vol. 24 No. 6 - June 1, 2024

Our Community Calendar

By Janet Sellers

Although we strive for accuracy in these listings, dates or times are often changed after publication. Please double-check the time and place of any event you wish to attend by calling the info number for that event. Please contact calendar@ocn.me with changes and additions.

GOVERNMENTAL BODIES

• Forest Lakes Metropolitan District, Pinon Pines Metropolitan District 1, 2 & 3 board typically meets quarterly on the first Mon. Meetings are held via teleconference. For virtual joining instructions and updates see www.forestlakesmetrodistrict.com.

• El Paso Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) regular meeting, usually every Tue., 9 am. View agendas and meetings at www.agendasuite.org/iip/elpaso. Meetings are held at Centennial Hall, 200 S. Cascade Ave., Suite 150, Colo. Springs. Info: 719-520-643. BOCC land use meetings are held the second and fourth Thursdays of the month (as needed) at 1pm Centennial Hall.

• Monument Town Council meeting, Mon., June 3 & 17, 6:30 pm, Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Normally meets first and third Mon. Info: 719-884-801, www.townofmonument.org/260/Board-of-Trustees for remote attendance links.

• Palmer Lake Board of Adjustments meeting, Tue., June 4, 5 pm, 28 Valley Crescent St., Palmer Lake. Normally meets first Tue., as needed.

• Palmer Lake Sanitation District board meeting, Wed., June 12, 9 am, call-in only: 650-479-3208, Access Code 76439078, 120 Middle Glenway. Meets second Wed. Info: 719-481-2732. www.plsd.org.

• Monument Planning Commission meeting, Wed., June 12, 6 pm Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Usually meets the second Wed. To see the options for remote public participation in each meeting, visit www.townofmonument.org/263/Planning-Commission-Board-of-Adjustment. Info: 719-884-8028. www.townofmonument.org.

• Palmer Lake Board of Trustees meeting, Thu., June 13 &27, 5 pm, Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Usually meets second and fourth Thu. Info: 719-481-2953. www.townofpalmerlake.com.

• Monument Academy School Board meeting, East Campus gym, 4303 Pinehurst Circle. Usually meets the second Thu. 6:30 pm Info: 719-431-8001, www.monumentacademy.net/school-board.

• Woodmoor Water & Sanitation District board meeting, Mon., June 10, 1 pm, 1845 Woodmoor Dr., Monument. Normally meets second Mon. Info: 719-488-2525, www.woodmoorwater.com.

• Tri-Lakes Wastewater Facility Joint Use Committee meeting, Tue., June 11, 10 am, 16510 Mitchell Ave. Meets second Tue. Info: See https://tlwastewater.com/index.html Bill Burks, 719-481-4053.

• Monument Sanitation District board meeting, Wed., June 19, 9 am, 130 Second St. Zoom meeting. Find joining instructions on the website. Meets third Wed. Info: 719-481-4886, www.colorado.gov/msd.

• Academy Water and Sanitation District board meeting, Wed., June 19, 6 pm. Usually meets third Wed. Public can join the Skype meeting: https://join.skype.com/PAcujKTn7Nrh. Check the website for a link: https://academywsd.colorado.gov/notices-and-alerts. Meets third Wed. Info: 719-481-0711, https://academywsd.colorado.gov.

• Palmer Lake Town Planning Commission meeting, Wed., June 19, 6 pm, Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent. Meets third Wed. Info: 719-481-2953, www.townofpalmerlake.com.

• Black Forest Fire/Rescue Protection District board meeting, in person or via Zoom, Wed., June 19, 7 pm, Station 1, 11445 Teachout Road, Colorado Springs. Find updates and Zoom meeting joining instructions at www.bffire.org or contact Administrative Officer Lisa Emry at 719-495-4300. Meetings are usually held on the third Wednesday.

• El Paso County Regional Loop Water Authority meeting, Thu., June 20, 9 am, Monument Town Hall Boardroom, 645 Beacon Lite Rd. Normally meets third Thu. Info: 719-488-3603. www.loopwater.org.

• El Paso County Planning Commission meeting, Thu., June 6 & 20, 9 am. Regional Development Center, 2880 International Circle, Colo. Springs. Meetings are live-streamed on the El Paso County News & Information Channel at https://www.elpasoco.com/news-information-channel. Normally meets first & third Thu. (as required). Info: 719-520-6300, https://planningdevelopment.elpasoco.com/planning-community-development/2024-hearings-schedule/

• Donala Water & Sanitation District board meeting, Thu., June 20, 1:30 pm, 15850 Holbein Dr. In 2023, meets third Thu., Check the website for the access code for the electronic meeting. Info: 719-488-3603, www.donalawater.org.

• Lewis-Palmer School District 38 board meets during school year on third Mon., 6-10pm 146 N Jefferson St, Monument. The Board of Education meeting will be live-streamed on the district’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/user/LPSDCommunity, agenda, and supporting documents at https://go.boarddocs.com/co/lewispalmer/Board.nsf/vpublic. Contact Vicki Wood. Phone: 719.481.9546 Email: vwood@lewispalmer.org Website: https://www.lewispalmer.org.

• Monument Fire District board meeting, in person or via Zoom, Wed., June 26, 6:30 pm. Station 1, 18650 Highway 105, Monument. Meetings are usually held on the fourth Wednesday. Find updates and Zoom meeting joining instructions at www.monumentfire.org, or contact Director of Administration Jennifer Martin, at 719-484-0911.

• Woodmoor Improvement Association Board Meeting, Wed., June 26, 7 pm, Woodmoor Barn, 1691 Woodmoor Dr. The WIA Board usually meets fourth Wed. Info: 719-488-2693, www.woodmoor.org.

• Triview Metropolitan District board meeting, Thu., June 20, 5:30 pm, 16055 Old Forest Point, Suite 302, Monument. Normally meets third Thu. Info: 719-488-6868, www.triviewmetro.com.

• Donald Wescott Fire Protection District board meeting, Wed. June 12 at 4:30 pm., and on Wed. 26 at 4:30 pm., (includes Volunteer Firefighter Pension Board at 4 pm); in person at Station 1, 18650 Highway 105, Monument, and via Zoom. For Zoom meeting joining instructions, agendas, minutes, and updates, visit http://www.monumentfire.org or contact Director of Administration Jennifer Martin at 719-484-9011.

• Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Parent and Community Advisory Committee (now PCAC, formerly DAAC. No more meetings this school year. Meets six times a year. Usually meets monthly, second Tue. Contact info: tmckee@lewispalmer.org.

WEEKLY & MONTHLY EVENTS

• AARP Black Forest #1100, second Wed., noon. In-person Black Forest Lutheran Church, 12455 Black Forest Rd. All ages welcome. Info: www.aarpchapter1100blackforest.weekly.com.

• AARP Local Senior Social, fourth Wed. In-person Black Forest Lutheran Church, 12455 Black Forest Rd. Info: www.aarpchapter1100blackforest.weekly.com.

• A.A. Big Book Study, every Thu., 7 pm, Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 675 W. Baptist Rd. Call 425-436-6200, access code 575176#.

• Alcoholics Anonymous, every Tue. & Thu., 7:30 p.m. Black Forest Lutheran Church, 12455 Black Forest Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80908. AA is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they June solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Join us with your questions. Info: bflc@bflchurch.org.

• Al-Anon for family and friends of alcoholics, every Tue. & Thu., 7:30 p.m. Black Forest Lutheran Church, 12455 Black Forest Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80908. Al-Anon members are people, just like you, who are worried about someone with a drinking problem. Join us with your questions. Info: bflc@bflchurch.org.

• Al-Anon Zoom Meeting, Just for Today Online, every Mon., 9-10 am Zoom Meeting ID: 889 4142 7446, Password 349309.

• Al-Anon meeting: Letting Go, every Thu., 9-10:15 am at Ascent Church, 1750 Deer Creek Rd., Monument. For additional information go to www.al-anon-co.org.

• Al-anon Meeting: Monument, every Thu., 7-8 pm, Ascent Church, 1750 Deer Creek Rd., Monument. Info: MonumentSerenity@gmail.com.

• Amateur ham radio WØTLM (Tri-Lakes Monument ham radio Association), third Mon. (except December). All amateur ham radio operators or those interested in becoming one are we, lcome. Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce Building, 166 2nd Street, Monument. For details, contact Bob Witte, bob@k0nr.com or www.W0TLM.com.

• American Legion Tri-Lakes Post 9-11, second Wed., 6:30pm, Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce Community Meeting House, 300 CO Hwy 105, Monument. New members welcome. Info: Visit website at www.trilakespost9-11.org.

• Art: Open Studio painting, Wed., June 5, 9:30-noon. Donations welcome, meets monthly first Wed. Tri Lakes Senior Center, 66 Jefferson St., Monument

• Benet Hill Monastery: Let us pray with you, walk in the forest ,walk the labyrinth, come and visit prayer sites, every Sun. worship is 10:15 am, 3190 Benet Lane, 80921. See ad on page < 3 >.

• Benet Hill Monastery, Half Day Prayer Group, first Sat., 9 am-12 pm. All vaccinated guests are welcome. Contact Sister Therese at (719) 355-1638 or (719) 355-1650 or stherese@benethillmonastery.org. See ad on page < 3 >.

• Benet Hill Monastery, Centering Prayer Group, every Tue., 10-11 am. All vaccinated guests are welcome. Contact Sister Therese at (719) 355-1638 or (719) 355-1650 or stherese@benethillmonastery.org. See ad on page < 3 >.

• Black Forest Community Church, Centering Prayer Group, first Sat., 8:30-10 am The Old Log Church. Centering prayer opens and closes the meetings with discussion and fellowship in between; open to all.

• Children’s Literacy Center, every Mon. & Wed., 5:30-6:30 pm. Provides free one-on-one literacy tutoring to Tri-Lakes children in grades 1-6 who are reading below grade level. Tutoring is at Grace Best Education Center, 66 Jefferson St. Monument. For more information, to become a volunteer tutor, or to enroll your child, visit www.childrensliteracycenter.org or contact Rachel Morin, Tri-Lakes Senior Center Coordinator, CLC 610-246-1047 (cell).

• Colorado Springs Philharmonic Guild Listening Club, third Wed. Free virtual event. Maestro Wilson will conduct monthly hour-long programs. RSVP at www.cspguild.org.

• Dementia Caregiver Support Group, second Sat., 9:45-11:15 am. Meets in-person, First National Bank Monument ( 581 Highway 105, Monument, CO 80132). Meets monthly, 2nd Sat. Contact: Registration is required, call 800-272-3900 or email khare@alz.org to register.

• Essential Tremor Support Group. Meets quarterly at Colorado Springs Public Library 21c, 1175 Chapel Hills Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80920. For details, contact: Jim Sanchez, 719-660-7275; jimdjs22@gmail.com.

• Essentrics Fitness Program at Senior Center, every Tue., 9 am & Thu., 10 am, Grace Best Education Center, 66 Jefferson St, Monument, CO 80132. Registration & info: Sue Walker, 719-330-0241, www.trilakesseniors.org.

• Fellowship of Christ Church, every Sun., 9 am. Monument Academy East Campus, 4303 Pinehurst Circle 80908.

• Friends of Fox Run Park, Zoom meeting, fourth Thu., 7 pm, email friendsoffoxrunpark@gmail.com, they will email you the link the day of the meeting. Join the growing group to learn about volunteering and supporting the park for forest safety, trails, trees, education, special events, and more. Special events including “Christmas in July,” Hummingbird Festival and more, stay tuned! Info: friendsoffoxrunpark@gmail.com.

• Friends of Monument Preserve (FOMP) Trail repair monthly work days, second Thu. of each month from April through October. Meet at 6 pm at the parking lot off Red Rocks Road. FOMP provides all the necessary tools but you must wear appropriate clothing for landscape work and bring gloves, a hat , eye protection, sunscreen, bug repellent and water. Check the FOMP website at www.fomp.org for additional info.

• Fuel Church GriefShare, every Thu., 5:30-7:30 pm, 643 State Highway 105, Palmer Lake. Email info@fuel.org. 643 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake.

• Fuel Church Sunday Service, every Sun. Service times, 11 am Live service streaming at www.fuelchurch.org at 11:40 am on www.fuelchurch.org. Mountain Community Mennonite Church, 643 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Nursery and kids’ service. Non-denominational, spirit-filled. Need prayer? Email us at info@fuel.org. See ad on page < 5 >.

• Gleneagle Sertoma, first and third Wed., 11:45 am to 1 pm. Gleneagle Sertoma is the longest continuously active civic service organization in northern El Paso County. Our regular program presenters address local topics of interest to include local developments, community planning and projects, as well as opportunities to serve your community. Contact Harvey LeCato for meeting location and club information at mbca@comcast.net or 719-331-1212.

• Gleneagle Women’s Club, membership luncheon, third Fri., (Sep.-June), various venues, 12 activity groups, i.e., hiking, bridge, etc. Guests welcome. For information contact Susan Owen, 719-886-7110.

• GriefShare Support Group, last Tue., 10:30 am-noon. NEW LOCATION: Tri-Lakes Senior Center, 66 Jefferson St. in the Grace Best Elementary School building. The Tri-Lakes Silver Alliance has partnered with Colorado Palliative and Hospice Care to host a 13-session grief support group in Monument. RSVP, info: Sue Walker, 719-330-0241.

• La Leche League breastfeeding support group, second Thu., 12:30 pm. Partners and helpers welcome (and babies and kids, too) so we can meet our breastfeeding goals together. Homestead Direct Primary Care Clinic, 15455 Gleneagle Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80921. For more information, contact RachelKLangley@gmail.com.

• Lions Club Bingo, every Sat. (except the first Sat.), 8:30 am-1 pm and first Mon., 5:30-10 pm Tri-Lakes Lions Club’s portion of the proceeds benefit those in need in the Tri-Lakes community. Updated info and location: Jim Naylor, 719-481-8741 or www.trilakeslionsclub.org.

• Library Chess Club, We welcome anyone who wants to learn to play chess or wants to play a game with an experienced player. Contact Steve Waldmann, huskerco@gmail.com. Monument Library meeting room, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr., Monument (Information also on the Facebook page< >: Monument Library Chess Club)

• Monument Hill Kiwanis Club meeting, every Sat., 8 am. www.MHKiwanis.org, MonumentHillKiwanis@gmail.com for details, guests are welcome. Service leadership clubs, Key clubs, Builders Club, and K-kids at D38 schools. Memberships are open to the public. Info: RF Smith, 719-210-4987, www.MHKiwanis.org.

• Monument Life Recovery Group, every Mon., 6:30-7:30 pm, The Ascent Church, 1750 Deer Creek Rd. This faith-based support group is for those seeking freedom from all hurts, habits, and hang-ups. Daycare for children under age 11. Info: 303-946-2659, www.liferecoverygroups.com/meetings/life-recovery-group-3/.

• Neighborhood Net Ham Radio, every Sat., 10 am Amateur ham radio operators practice for emergencies on weekly repeater nets so neighbors can help neighbors. Sign up at www.mereowx.org/neighborhood-net or contactus@mereowx.org.

• Northern El Paso County Coalition of Community Associations (NEPCO) meeting, Sat., June 13, 10 am–12 pm., Woodmoor Barn, 1691 Woodmoor Dr. Members of local HOAs are welcome. Usually meets bi-monthly (Jan., Mar., June, July, Sep., Nov.) on the second Sat. of the month. www.nepco.org.

• Palmer Divide Quiltmakers, first Thu., 6:30-8:30 pm at Monument Chamber of Commerce building, 166 2nd St, Monument, CO.

• Palmer Lake Art Group, second Sat. A variety of art programs are offered after the social gathering and business meetings. Guests welcome. 300 Hwy 105, NE corner of I-25 and 105. 9:30 am. Info: 719-460-4179, www.palmerlakeartgroup.com.

• Palmer Lake Historical Society, Thu., June 16, 7 pm; (doors open at 6:30 pm), Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent St. Usually meets third Thu. Contact: Kokesdm@yahoo.com, https://palmerdividehistory.org.

• Pikes Peak Genealogical Society meeting, Wed., June 8, 7 pm. Meets monthly, second Wed. Members can log in and get the monthly meeting Zoom link. Guests are welcome to attend, please request an invitation from the PPGS president at www.PPGS.org.

• Ridgeview Baptist Church, every Sun., 10:30 am, temporarily meeting at 9130 Explorer Dr., Colorado Springs, 80920. Info: 719-357-6515 or www.ridgeviewcolorado.org. See ad on page < 6 >.

• Senior Bingo, third Wed. Silver Alliance Senior Center, Space is limited to 16. participants. RSVP & info: Sue Walker, 719-464-6873, or email sue@monumentalfitness.

• Senior Book Club, second Fri., 11 am-noon, Silver Alliance Senior Center, all are welcome. Coffee & snacks. RSVP & info: Sue, 719-330-0241.

• Tri-Lakes United Methodist Church, every Sun., Contemporary 9 am; Traditional 10:30 am. A live stream is available at www.tlumc.org/live. Watch live or replay: www.facebook.com/tlumc, www.youtube.com/tlumc.org. Info: 719-488-1365, www.tlumc.org. 20256 Hunting Downs Way, Monument.

• Tri-Lakes Church of Christ Wednesday night fellowship classes, every Wed., 6-7:30 pm, 20450 Beacon Lite Road, Monument (corner of Beacon Lite & County Line Roads). Info: 719-488-9613, gregsmith@trilakeschurch.org, www.trilakeschurch.org.

• Tri-Lakes Cruisers, first Wed., 7 pm. A nonprofit car club. Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce community room, with numerous activities and events each month. Club membership applications are now being accepted and are available on the website: https://tl-cruisers.weebly.com.

• Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce Networking breakfast, first and third Thu., in person or via Zoom 166 2nd Street Monument 7:30-9 am free registration at www.TriLakeschamber.com.

• Tri-Lakes Church of Christ Cabin Conversations: fellowship with meals. every Wed., 6 pm 20450 Beacon Lite Rd.

• Tri-Lakes Dynamic Rotary Club meeting, monthly first and third Thu. 6 pm-8 pm. First Thursday via zoom and third Thursday in person at the Chamber of Commerce, 166 2nd St., Monument. Details: www.tlrotary.com. Trilakesdynamicrotary@gmail.com. Guests welcome. We are a service club serving Tri-Lakes. Memberships open to the public. Info: www.tlrotary.com.

• Tri-Lakes Parkinson’s Disease Support Group, third Sat., 10 am-noon, Monument Community Presbyterian Church, 238 Third St., Monument. Info: Syble Krafft, 719-488-2669; Barry (group president), 719-351-9485. If you need any help, please call Syble or Barry.

• Tri-Lakes Women’s Club (TLWC) monthly meeting, Fri., June 17, 11:30 am. Program: Business Meeting Eisenhower Golf Club, USAFA. Usually meets monthly on the third Fri. To become a member, or learn about the club, visit our website at www.tlwc.net Contact Info: Tri-Lakes Women’s Club membership@tlwc.net.

• Women’s A. A. Step Study, every Mon., 6:30 pm, meeting remotely, check for details. Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 675 Baptist Rd. Park in the west lot. Info: 866-641-9190. Al-Anon Zoom Meeting, Just for Today Online, every Mon., 9:00 – 10:00 am Zoom Meeting ID: 889 4142 7446, Password 349309

• Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7829, third Wed., 7 pm, Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce community room, 166 2nd St., Monument. New members welcome. Info: Post Commander and POC Bruce Beyerly, Bruce.Beyerly@gmail.com.

• VFW Auxiliary to Post 7829, third Wed., 7p.m. Meets at Victory Baptist Church, 325 2nd Street, Suite X, Monument. Guests are welcome to join; if you are a relative of a veteran who served on foreign soil during war or other military actions, you June be eligible. For more information please contact Kathy Carlson, 719-488-1902, carlsonmkc@gmail.com or Linda Lyons, 303-579-8114, lindalyons7829@gmail.com.

SPECIAL EVENTS

• VOLUNTEER TODAY! Our Community News: volunteer mailing days, Thu. May 30 & June 27, approx. 7-8:30 am. We are all volunteers at OCN and need YOUR help, even for an hour or two, getting the papers ready to mail. Contact AllenAlchian@ocn.me or (719) 488-3455.

• Claudia Swenson celebration of life, Sat., June 1, noon, 463 Washington St., Monument. “Second Line” jazz style parade to the park. At the park, we will have music and food and many toasts to the amazing woman that Claudia was. If you would like to contribute something in her honor, please go to https://gofund.me/916830da.

• Kids fishing derby at the lake of Palmer Lake, Sat., June 1. Bring your own fishing gear and bait (salmon eggs or worms are good) but some limited gear available, learn to fish, prizes awarded, more. Ages 4-14, 8-11:30am. To enter, bring a non-perishable food item for Tri Lakes Cares. Sponsored by the Lions Club.

• Monument Hill Farmers market every Sat., 8:00 to 2:00 p.m. d38 Lewis Palmer admin building, 66 Jefferson Street, Monument, see ad on page < 5 >.

• YMCA children’s mini camps, June 3 – August 1, Mondays through Thursdays. Summer themed projects each week, ages 4 through 10. See ad on page < 6 >

• Palmer Lake Library sponsors Wishing Star Farms, Thu., June 6, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Come to the library to meet some friendly animals. These programs are held outdoors for ages 0 – 12. at the Village Green in front of Town Hall.

• Town of Monument, concerts in the Park, all summer Wed. starting June 6, Limbach park. See ad on page < 8 >.

• MVEA annual meeting, Thu. June 6, El Paso County Fairgrounds. See ad on page < 11 >.

• Silver Key Tri-Lakes Thrift Store Re-Grand Opening; Fri., June 7, 9am-10am. The community is invited to join the ribbon cutting ceremony with the Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce . Light refreshments will be served, 755 CO-105, Palmer Lake, CO 80133.

• Covered Treasures Bookstore, Sat., June 8, 1-3, author Linda Wommack signing The Women of the Colorado Mines and Warrior Woman: The Story of Mo-Chi, A Southern Cheyenne. Fourth Friday Art Hop, June 28, 5-8, Scott Graham signing Death Valley Duel and Aaron Johnson signing Danger in Zion National Park. 105 Second Street, Monument.

• Space Foundation kids’ summer fun weeks, June 10-14, or June 15-19, see ad on page < 12 >.

• Palmer Lake historical society Father’s Day ice cream social Sun., June 16, Palmer Lake Town Hall.

• Book Launch and historic tour, Sat., June 22. Dan Edwards The U.S. Forest Service Monument Nursery, 1907-1965, 11:00-1:00 pm; an illustrated talk about the background of the book and the story about why it was written. Books will be available. The author will lead a short tour at the current Monument Preserve to walk to the historic Memorial Grove following the program. Presented by Covered Treasures bookstore. Tri-Lakes Chamber Building 166 Second Street, historic downtown Monument.

• Public hearing on proposed D38 budget Mon., June 17, 6:00 p.m. Any person paying school taxes in said district may, prior to the final adoption of the budget, file or register objections thereto. See ad on page < 6 >

• Summer solstice labyrinth retreat, Sisters of Benet Hill, June 21-23, register at www.benethillmonastery.org. see ad on page < 3 >.

• Shakespeare in the Park Two Gents Sat., June 22, 2pm & 6pm, at Palmer Lake Town Hall and The Village Green.Free. sponsored by Palmer Lake arts council.

• Front Range Maker’s Market Shop, Sat., June 22, 9-4, Sun., June 23, 10-3. Indoors at Lewis-Palmer HS. 125+ local makers & artisans. Info: www.FRmakersmarket.com see ad on page < 24 >.

• The ArtSites public artworks, managed by the Town of Monument, hosts a permanent collection and an annual rotating exhibit that is part of the exhibit through a juried selection process. This year the Town of Monument celebrates their new exhibiting artists with an Artist reception that aligns with the downtown Art Hop on June 28.

• Annual Paradise Ponds tour Sat.-Sun., June 29-30. Self-guided charity pond and waterfall tour. Visit several water feature exhibits throughout Colorado Springs, Monument, and the surrounding area. Purely Ponds & Waterfalls will match and donate all proceeds from ticket sales to The Boys & Girls Club of the Pikes Peak Region. Ticket book with map $5, https://purelyponds.com/parade-of-ponds/.

• Tri lakes Church of Christ VBS, Mon-Thu., June 24-27. See ad on page < 7 >.

• Affordable Flooring Connection. See ad on page < 2 >.

• Eagle Wine & Spirits, special offers through June 30. Baptist Road next to King Soopers. See ad on page < 3 >.

• Gleneagle Candle Company, Summer sunset collection Sat., June 1. See ad on page < 3 >.

• Kiwanis Monument Hill club 4th of July parade registration now open www.mhq1s.org, see ad on page < 2 >.

• The Love Shop: restore your furs, June 19,20, 10 -5:30 p.m.251 front Street Monument, see ad on page < 9 >.

• Monumental Med Spa special offers for June, see ad on page < 7 >.

• Mesa Health and Aesthetics. Bring ad for a special offer 1730 Lake Woodmoor Dr., Monument, see ad on page < 2 >.

• Monument Art Hop, Fri., JUne 28. Fourth Fridays, through September, 5-8 pm, Downtown Monument. See ad on page < 3 >.

• Monument Cleaners, special offers through June 30. 15932 Jackson Creek Pkwy., in Monument Marketplace. See ad on page < 5 >.

• Mountain View Pella windows, special offers. See ad on page < 24 >.

• Noel Relief Centers, new patient specials, new treatment options. 950 Baptist Rd #130, Monument. See ad on page < 7 >.

• PeakView Windows, special offers for June. See ad on page < 24 >.

• Palmer Lake historical society book launch, Thu., June 6, 7 – 8:30 p.m. Palmer Lake Town Hall, see ad on page < 4 >.

• The Living Room Plants, special offers through June 30. See ad on page < 5 >.

• Tri-Lakes Collision and Auto Service Center, special offers through June 30. See ad on page < 5 >.

• Western Museum of Mining and Industry family days in June, July, Aug. Special STEAM camp. See ad on page < 12 >.

• YMCA summer day camp for ages 5-12, www.ppymca.org/daycamp see ad on page < 6 >.

• Annual July 4th festivities. For details check www.trilakeschamber.com and www.mhkiwanis.org.

• Chautauqua Palmer Lake, July 29 – Aug. 4, multiple events each day at various Palmer Lake locations. Events for all ages: Vocal and instrumental concerts, lectures, cooking demos, daily yoga and tai chi, poetry slams, PLAG-sponsored Plein Air contest, guided walks and tours, Feldenkrais classes, and more. Complete calendar of events, times, locations at https://ChautauquaPalmerLake.org. Sponsored by Palmer Lake Arts Council.

• Trinity Community Park, grand opening, Sat., Aug. 24, games, prizes, crafts.

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 listed at no charge in Our Community Calendar, please send the information to calendar@ocn.me or Our Community News, P.O. Box 1742, Monument, Colorado 80132.

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