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Volunteers reporting on community issues in Monument, Palmer Lake, and the surrounding Tri-Lakes area
Usually every Tue. 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.
Every Tue. & Thu., 7:30 pm, 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.
Every Tue. & Thu., 7:30 pm 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 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.
Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd., Black Forest, CO 80908. Join us for our beautiful spring show. Many new and unique gifts, fine art and decor for your home. Mother’s day gifts and of course, our huge selection of culinary delights. For more information about the show, guild members and pictures of the show, see us at bfacg.org or www.facebook.com/BFACG. Contact phone 719-330-7443. Cost: Free
Every Thu., 7 pm, The Church at Woodmoor, 18125 Furrow Road, Monument. For additional information go to www.al-anon-co.org..
Every Thu., 9-10:15 am at Ascent Church, 1750 Deer Creek Rd., Monument. For additional information go to www.al-anon-co.org.
Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd., Black Forest, CO 80908. Join us for our beautiful spring show. Many new and unique gifts, fine art and decor for your home. Mother’s day gifts and of course, our huge selection of culinary delights. For more information about the show, guild members and pictures of the show, see us at bfacg.org or www.facebook.com/BFACG. Contact phone 719-330-7443. Cost: Free
Every Thu., 7 pm, Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 675 W. Baptist Rd. Call 425-436-6200, access code 575176#
Every Tue. & Thu., 7:30 pm, 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.
Every Tue. & Thu., 7:30 pm 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 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.
Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd., Black Forest, CO 80908. Join us for our beautiful spring show. Many new and unique gifts, fine art and decor for your home. Mother’s day gifts and of course, our huge selection of culinary delights. For more information about the show, guild members and pictures of the show, see us at bfacg.org or www.facebook.com/BFACG. Contact phone 719-330-7443. Cost: Free
At the Tri-Lakes YMCA, 17250 Jackson Creek Parkway, Monument CO 80132. Terri Carver, CO Senate District 9 Republican Candidate will present How to Make CO More Business-Friendly, No RSVP Required. Info: Michelle 719-648-1472. linn-jandm@msn.com
Every Fri., noon, Trinity Lutheran Church, 17750 Knollwood Dr, Monument CO 80132. AA is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with each other as they solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Open discussion on Big book or 12&12. All are welcome.
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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.
Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd., Black Forest, CO 80908. Join us for our beautiful spring show. Many new and unique gifts, fine art and decor for your home. Mother’s day gifts and of course, our huge selection of culinary delights. For more information about the show, guild members and pictures of the show, see us at bfacg.org or www.facebook.com/BFACG. Contact phone 719-330-7443. Cost: Free
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.
Celebrate the wonder of space and the spirit of exploration with a day designed to inspire all ages. Meet an Astronaut. Hands-on STEM
Activities. Explore Exhibits. Food Trucks…and more! Free admission. Register at https://bit.ly/4saXxTT.
Community Makerspace (“a space to make”) and how to get involved. A nonprofit enabling a community of makers, artists, tinkers and entrepreneurs sharing a co-working collaboration space and equipment resources like 3D printers, lasers, CNCs, and more. Welcoming guests interested in learning about our programs, equipment and workspace. Hosted by Monumental Impact. 866 Hwy 105, Palmer Lake. Info: https://monumentalimpact.org
10 am. Join us at St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 18320 Furrow Road, Monument. Traditional worship and meaningful fellowship in a loving church community. https://www.saint-matthias.org.
Service every Sun., 10 am. Phil Long Music Hall, 13071 Bass Pro Dr., Colorado Springs. A Place to Belong. Real people with Real problems serving a Real God who Really loves us. www.TheRenovationChurch.org
Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd., Black Forest, CO 80908. Join us for our beautiful spring show. Many new and unique gifts, fine art and decor for your home. Mother’s day gifts and of course, our huge selection of culinary delights. For more information about the show, guild members and pictures of the show, see us at bfacg.org or www.facebook.com/BFACG. Contact phone 719-330-7443. Cost: Free
Every Sun., 10:15 am worship service. Visit prayer sites. Walk the labyrinth in the forest. Individual and group retreats. 3190 Benet Lane, 80921. Info: (719) 633-0655. Benethillmonastery.org
Every Sun., 10:30 am, temporarily meeting at 9130 Explorer Dr., Colorado Springs, 80920. Info: 719-357-6515 or www.ridgeviewcolorado.org.
Bring your own game or borrow one of ours. Info at mindquestpuzzles.com. Mind Quest Puzzles and Games. 872 Highway 105, Palmer Lake, CO. 80133.
At D38’s Career & Innovation Center, 1200 Synthes Ave., Monument. Come see firsthand all the relevant career-based learning that is taking place at D38’s Career & Innovation Center. You’ll have a chance to meet students and teachers, and see hands-on experiences that are connecting learning to high-demand careers. https://www.lewispalmer.org/page/career-technical-education.
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.
Check-in: 5:45 pm, Start Time 6 pm. Solos – First Mon., Pairs – Second Mon., and Teams – Third Mon. Two hours to complete a 500-piece puzzle. Info and registration at mindquestpuzzles.com. Events held at Mind Quest Puzzles and Games. 872 Highway 105, Palmer Lake, CO. 80133.
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: www.liferecoverygroups.com/meetings/life-recovery-group-3/
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.