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MFD Administrative Offices. 19775 Mitchell Avenue, Monument, CO 80132. This will be a great opportunity to meet the five candidates. For information, visit www.monumentfire.org or contact 719-488-0911.
Town Hall Board Room, 645 Beacon Lite Rd., Monument. Talk with the Town Council about all things Monument. Special guest, Steve Schleiker, Clerk and Recorder with El Paso County. Info: 719-884-801 townofmonument.org
Spruce Mountain Events. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Join us for an evening of great food and fun! Early Bird Tickets $60. $75 after March18. No sales at the door. Benefitting Tri-Lakes Cares. Info: Katie Guillory, 719-370-1317. https://tri-lakescares.org. See ad on page 11.
Expo of Elder Services. Now a two-day experience May 14-15, 8 am – 2 pm with different speakers and activities each day! Great Wolf Lodge, 9494 Federal Dr., Colorado Springs 80921. Free event. Free food. Free parking. https://www.silverkey.org/senior-summit/ 719-884-2300 info@silverkey.org RSVP at https://www.silverkey.org/senior-summit-rsvp/
At the Barn, 88 Highway 105, Palmer Lake 80133. Botox only $11 per unit. Must RSVP. 719-271-0999.
Expo of Elder Services. Now a two-day experience May 14-15, 8 am – 2 pm with different speakers and activities each day! Great Wolf Lodge, 9494 Federal Dr., Colorado Springs 80921. Free event. Free food. Free parking. https://www.silverkey.org/senior-summit/ 719-884-2300 info@silverkey.org RSVP at https://www.silverkey.org/senior-summit-rsvp/
1756 Lake Woodmoor Dr.. Goat Patch Brewing Company will offer a diverse lineup of live musical talent at the Summer Music Series at the newly rebranded Goat Patch – Monument locations this spring, summer, and fall. Beginning on May 3, the Summer Music Series will take place every Sunday from 2 to 5 pm at Goat Patch – Monument. The lineup is just like the Goat Patch tap list, with something for everyone— from acoustic sets to multi-piece bands that range in genre from rock to punk to funk, mixed with jazz, country, and dance throwbacks that span the eras, plus more. Info: https://www.goatpatchbrewing.com/monument-events.
1435 Cipriani Loop, Monument 80132. Come celebrate with us. Win valuable prizes. 719-873-7946. maxstrengthfitness.com/monument.
Third Thursdays, May through September, 5-8 pm, Downtown Monument. Art, Music, Authors, Galleries, and More. See ad on page 2.
During Art Hop, author Denise Gard will sign her NEW book When The Rooster Crows. 105 2nd Street, Monument. 719-481-2665.
Welcoming guests interested in talking with our community members. Monumental Impact is a nonprofit enabling a community of makers, artists, tinkerers, entrepreneurs sharing a co-working collaboration space and equipment resources like 3D printers, lasers, CNCs, and more. Hosted by Monumental Impact. 866 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Info: https://monumentalimpact.org
1756 Lake Woodmoor Dr.. Goat Patch Brewing Company will offer a diverse lineup of live musical talent at the Summer Music Series at the newly rebranded Goat Patch – Monument locations this spring, summer, and fall. Beginning on May 3, the Summer Music Series will take place every Sunday from 2 to 5 pm at Goat Patch – Monument. The lineup is just like the Goat Patch tap list, with something for everyone— from acoustic sets to multi-piece bands that range in genre from rock to punk to funk, mixed with jazz, country, and dance throwbacks that span the eras, plus more. Info: https://www.goatpatchbrewing.com/monument-events.
800 Eighth Street, Monument 80132. Honoring veterans buried at the Monument Cemetery. https://www.townofmonument.org/331/Memorial-Day-Ceremony
Kicks off May 26. Weekly sessions offered through Aug. 7. Join us for one week or all summer long! For questions or more information: ppymca.org/daycamp. See ad on page 6.
New location: The Country Club at Woodmoor, Meeting Room, 18945 Pebble Beach Way, Monument, CO 80132. Stop in at our Fur re-styling event and consult with our team about re-styling your fur. restyleyourfur.com. Info: 407-341-4740. See ad on page 9.
225 Northgate Blvd, Colorado Springs 80921. wmmi.org. info@wmmi.org. 719-488-0880. Watch the USAF Graduation Air Show from our campus. $5 per carload.
New location: The Country Club at Woodmoor, Meeting Room, 18945 Pebble Beach Way, Monument, CO 80132. Stop in at our Fur re-styling event and consult with our team about re-styling your fur. restyleyourfur.com. Info: 407-341-4740. See ad on page 9.
The Monument Hill Foundation is the charitable arm of the Monument Hill Kiwanis Club. • Grants over $50,000 annually to IRS-approved 501(c)(3) charities and non-governmental charitable service organizations • Grant applications accepted April 15 through May 31, 2026 • Grants awarded to projects that best advance the Foundation mission • For instructions and online application, go to monumenthillfoundation.org, and select “Apply for a Grant”
1756 Lake Woodmoor Dr.. Goat Patch Brewing Company will offer a diverse lineup of live musical talent at the Summer Music Series at the newly rebranded Goat Patch – Monument locations this spring, summer, and fall. Beginning on May 3, the Summer Music Series will take place every Sunday from 2 to 5 pm at Goat Patch – Monument. The lineup is just like the Goat Patch tap list, with something for everyone— from acoustic sets to multi-piece bands that range in genre from rock to punk to funk, mixed with jazz, country, and dance throwbacks that span the eras, plus more. Info: https://www.goatpatchbrewing.com/monument-events.
Postponed from Wed., May 6 to Wed., June 3 due to weather conditions. At the Palmer Lake Town Hall, 42 Valley Crescent St. Join Pikes Peak Library District CEO Teona Shainidze-Krebs at a Town Hall meeting for an inside look at your local library and its future! Topics: (1) A look at the proposed hybrid Library concept and the future of expanded access to library resources. (2) A clear view of PPLD’s current budget. (3) Plans for how your tax dollars are being spent and will be spent in the coming years. (4) Answers to your most pressing questions! Registration required. Register at https://ppld.org/town-halls#registration.
Registration will begin at 5 p.m. The business meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. Limon Public Schools building in Limon, 912 Badger Way, Limon, CO 80828. The purposes of the meeting are (1) To elect two directors for the Association: One from District 2 and one from District 7; (2) To approve the minutes of the 2025 Annual Meeting of Members; 3) To report on financial transactions during the 2025 calendar year; and 4) To conduct any other business. District 2 consists of Simla, Matheson, and a portion of the surrounding areas (incumbent Rick L. Gordon). District 7 consists of Monument, Woodmoor, and a portion of the surrounding areas (incumbent Jim Riggins). Free event. RSVP encouraged by Friday, May 15. 800-388-9881. RSVP and info at mvea.coop/community/annual-meeting-of-members/
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1756 Lake Woodmoor Dr.. Goat Patch Brewing Company will offer a diverse lineup of live musical talent at the Summer Music Series at the newly rebranded Goat Patch – Monument locations this spring, summer, and fall. Beginning on May 3, the Summer Music Series will take place every Sunday from 2 to 5 pm at Goat Patch – Monument. The lineup is just like the Goat Patch tap list, with something for everyone— from acoustic sets to multi-piece bands that range in genre from rock to punk to funk, mixed with jazz, country, and dance throwbacks that span the eras, plus more. Info: https://www.goatpatchbrewing.com/monument-events.
225 Northgate Blvd, Colorado Springs 80921.Our guided tour offers a unique blend of storytelling, machine demonstrations, and Colorado history that brings our mining heritage to life! Experience working with machinery with experienced guides, each with a special story to share. Engage with unique exhibitors to unlock pieces of history. Machine demonstrations will occur twice throughout the day! wmmi.org. info@wmmi.org. 719-488-0880.
1756 Lake Woodmoor Dr.. Goat Patch Brewing Company will offer a diverse lineup of live musical talent at the Summer Music Series at the newly rebranded Goat Patch – Monument locations this spring, summer, and fall. Beginning on May 3, the Summer Music Series will take place every Sunday from 2 to 5 pm at Goat Patch – Monument. The lineup is just like the Goat Patch tap list, with something for everyone— from acoustic sets to multi-piece bands that range in genre from rock to punk to funk, mixed with jazz, country, and dance throwbacks that span the eras, plus more. Info: https://www.goatpatchbrewing.com/monument-events.
Encore Community Arts is proud to present it’s summer acting camps for ages 7-13 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 17750 Knollwood Drive, Monument 80132. Campers will work with pre-written TV commercials, learning how actors bring scripts to life while building confidence, expression, and stage presence in a fun and supportive environment. ✨ Learn acting skills and improvisation ✨ Perform and rehearse pre-written TV commercials✨ Develop vocal expression and character techniques✨ Practice on-camera confidence and delivery✨ Build confidence, teamwork, and creativity✨ Work with special guest instructors teaching stage hair, makeup, and vocal presentation. ✨ At the end of the week, campers will perform a fun showcase of their commercials for family and friends, showing off the characters, creativity, and performance skills they’ve developed during the week. $200 for the week. Sign up at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/encore-community-arts-presents-commercial-acting-camp.
Encore Community Arts is proud to present it’s summer acting camps for ages 7-13 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 17750 Knollwood Drive, Monument 80132. Campers will work with pre-written TV commercials, learning how actors bring scripts to life while building confidence, expression, and stage presence in a fun and supportive environment. ✨ Learn acting skills and improvisation ✨ Perform and rehearse pre-written TV commercials✨ Develop vocal expression and character techniques✨ Practice on-camera confidence and delivery✨ Build confidence, teamwork, and creativity✨ Work with special guest instructors teaching stage hair, makeup, and vocal presentation. ✨ At the end of the week, campers will perform a fun showcase of their commercials for family and friends, showing off the characters, creativity, and performance skills they’ve developed during the week. $200 for the week. Sign up at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/encore-community-arts-presents-commercial-acting-camp.
Encore Community Arts is proud to present it’s summer acting camps for ages 7-13 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 17750 Knollwood Drive, Monument 80132. Campers will work with pre-written TV commercials, learning how actors bring scripts to life while building confidence, expression, and stage presence in a fun and supportive environment. ✨ Learn acting skills and improvisation ✨ Perform and rehearse pre-written TV commercials✨ Develop vocal expression and character techniques✨ Practice on-camera confidence and delivery✨ Build confidence, teamwork, and creativity✨ Work with special guest instructors teaching stage hair, makeup, and vocal presentation. ✨ At the end of the week, campers will perform a fun showcase of their commercials for family and friends, showing off the characters, creativity, and performance skills they’ve developed during the week. $200 for the week. Sign up at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/encore-community-arts-presents-commercial-acting-camp.
Encore Community Arts is proud to present it’s summer acting camps for ages 7-13 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 17750 Knollwood Drive, Monument 80132. Campers will work with pre-written TV commercials, learning how actors bring scripts to life while building confidence, expression, and stage presence in a fun and supportive environment. ✨ Learn acting skills and improvisation ✨ Perform and rehearse pre-written TV commercials✨ Develop vocal expression and character techniques✨ Practice on-camera confidence and delivery✨ Build confidence, teamwork, and creativity✨ Work with special guest instructors teaching stage hair, makeup, and vocal presentation. ✨ At the end of the week, campers will perform a fun showcase of their commercials for family and friends, showing off the characters, creativity, and performance skills they’ve developed during the week. $200 for the week. Sign up at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/encore-community-arts-presents-commercial-acting-camp.
Third Thursdays, May through September, 5-8 pm, Downtown Monument. Art, Music, Authors, Galleries, and More. See ad on page 2.