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Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
2019-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
Join the Tri-Lakes Chamber at their monthly networking mixer brought to you by Tri-Lakes YMCA. The event will be held at the Tri-Lakes YMCA on. Tuesday, February 19 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. This event is a perfect opportunity to meet face to face with many other business professionals, while enjoying great food and refreshments.
The event is free for Chamber Members, $10 for Partner Members and $15 for Non-Members. Make check-in easier for you, pre-register! Non-members can also register ahead of time and even pay online. Register online at www.chamberorganizer.com.

Random Acts of Kindness Day
2019-02-17 - 2019-02-18
Kind-hearted Americans are being called on to help celebrate National Random Acts of Kindness Day on February 17 by carrying out selfless gestures and encouraging others to pay it forward.
A Colorado-based group called the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation (RAK) has designated the day to promoting kindness towards others.

Tri-Lakes Chamber Networking Breakfast
2019-02-07 08:30 - 10:00
Networking Breakfasts take place the first and third Thursday of every month in the Chamber of Commerce Community Room from 7:30-9:00 a.m. Listen to 10-minute informative talks from two fellow members. Meet and mingle with other business people over a tasty breakfast provided by the speakers. Everyone gets 30 seconds to introduce themselves and tell what’s up in their business.
This networking opportunity allows members to get to know each other at a deeper level. They develop trust and knowledge about each other’s businesses that lead to referrals. It’s like having 50 salespeople for your business!
This month’s breakfasts are February 7 and February 21. Chamber membership is required. Annual membership is $40.
You must register in advance to attend, walk-ins are not allowed. If you are bringing a guest, they too must register. Go to www.TriLakesChamber.com to register.

Free Community CPR Class
2019-01-28 20:15 - 21:15
Free community CPR class at the Monument Library (1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr., Monument) Monday, January 28 at 7:15 p.m.. This class is one hour long and will teach you adult, child and infant CPR as well as choking and AED awareness. This class is free with a minimum $10 donation to The Black Forest Animal Sanctuary, Tri Lakes Cares or Red Cross. Please donate online and bring receipt to class or bring a check to class!

WWI exhibit at the Lucretia Vaile Museum
2019-01-26 11:00 - 15:00
The Lucretia Vaile Museum features a new exhibit devoted to World War I, the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day marking the end of the fighting and the Treaty of Versailles that ended the war, signed on June 28, 1919.
The exhibit showcases artwork, postcards, posters, magazines and more ca 1918. You will see photographs and a Doughboy uniform.
The war was known as the “War to End all Wars.” As was the case, military assumptions were in error. New technologies were to make war ever more deadly. The machine gun, and airplane along with heavy, long-range artillery led to a year’s long stalemate featuring Trench Warfare, and No-Man’s Land where to cross meant death was all but certain. Ask to listen to: The Minute the Fighting Ceased You may be amazed by what you hear at the end of the recording. Did you know? In WW I, nine million combatants and 7 million civilians were killed. Eight million Horses, Burros, and Donkeys were also killed in the “Great War”. Come and meet 2nd Lt., Rogers M. McDonough on his way to France in early 1918. Sgt. Allan Mark is featured with his Uniform, Gas Mask, Helmet and many other possessions and documents. Sgt. Mark was with the 4th Div. field artillery. He served in France and Germany. The type of cannon he crewed was a French 75mm, Mdl. 1897.
This Exhibit and Museum Admission are free and open to all. The Lucretia Vaile Museum is located at 66 Lower Glenway Street in Palmer Lake. Museum Hours are Wednesdays 1-3 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Group tours and times can be scheduled by appointment. Please call 559-0837 for details.

Winter Writer’s Nonfiction Writing Class
2019-01-26 10:00 - 13:30
Are you ready to take your writing to the next level? Join The Western Museum of Mining & Industry (225 Northgate Blvd, Colorado Springs) on January 26 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. for an intimate, inclusive program in a remarkable setting.
This class combines excellent instruction with valuable resources and is ideally suited for the general public, teen writers, and beginners. Immerse yourself in this intensive, half-day winter writing class designed for those who want to learn more about nonfiction writing and publishing. Writing about nature, science, history and other nonfiction subjects offers exciting opportunities to be published. Magazines, newspapers, bloggers, clubs, and schools are looking for articles to share with their audience, and this class can teach you how to publish. The class is $45 for adults and $15 for students 21 and under. WMMI members receive $5 off adult fee. RSVP to rsvp@wmmi.org or call 719-488-0880.

RAD Program
2019-01-11 21:30 - 2019-01-12 00:30
RAD (Real Alternatives to Drugs and Drinking) is a program started by Palmer Ridge student Brandon Pappas to change the culture of drugs and drinking that is pervasive in many high schools across the country. The program currently has chapters at Palmer Ridge High School, Lewis Palmer High School and Discovery Canyon High School Campus.
RAD events are put on by students, for students, and are a way for high school students to have fun on Friday nights. By offering an alternative to parties, RAD keeps students safe while still providing them with the social events they enjoy. RAD events take place from 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Friday nights at the Young Life Teen Center in the Tri-Lakes YMCA or at the Monument Ice Rinks.
All events are free and open to all high schoolers with a valid ID. Activities at these events include soccer, volleyball, basketball, foosball, corn hole, board games and more. Visit www.ppymca.com for a complete schedule of events.

Family Day: Geology
2019-01-05 11:00 - 16:00
Western Museum of Mining & Industry will host a family-friendly educational event Saturday, January 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Learn about Colorado’s mineral and mining heritage, identify mineral specimens, and understand processes important to the formation of mineral deposits.
Have you ever picked up a rock while hiking and wondered what it was? On Saturday January 5, bring that geologic discover and curiosity down to the Western Museum of Mining & Industry for a day of geologic exploration! Try your hand with “Keep What You Find Gold Panning” and take part in some hands-on mineral identification. Join WMMI, the Florissant Fossil Beds, the Pebble Pups, Gold Prospectors of Colorado, Richard Sweeney, and more for a fun and educational experience for the whole family.
The event will take place between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. and is included in normal museum admission prices.

AdAmAn Club Fireworks
2019-01-01 01:00 - 01:30
The Pikes Peak AdAmAn Club has been a Pikes Peak Region tradition since 1922. It is a unique group of mountaineers, who each year on December 30th and 31st, climb the icy slopes of Barr Trail on the east face of world famous Pikes Peak. Then, at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve, AdAmAn members and their guests ignite a glorious fireworks display from the summit to usher in the New Year.
The Club is dedicated to the memory of the original “Frozen Five”, Ed Morath, Fred Morath, Fred Barr, Willis Magee and Harry Standley. Their idea was that each year, only one new member would be added to the Club, and as a result, the name AdAmAn (add a man) was chosen. Each year, members choose one new member from a list of applicants.
The climbing party of thirty members and guests leaves the trailhead of Barr Trail on December 30th, with an overnight stay at Barr Camp. On December 31st, they flash mirrors from their location at timberline to friends and families in the Colorado Springs area. In the early afternoon, they finish the ascent to the summit. The climb from timberline (12,000 feet) to the 14,110-foot summit is often accomplished on icy and snow swept slopes with wind chills of -50 degrees.
At the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve, they fire a spectacular fireworks display, which on a clear night, can be seen for hundreds of miles along the Front Range of the Colorado Rockies and eastern plains.

Colorado Springs Philharmonic Presents: New Year’s Eve
2018-12-31 20:30 - 22:00
Usher in 2019 with Maestro Thomas Wilson as he promises favorites from the big band era of Louis Armstrong, Tommy Dorsey, and Benny Goodman. A perennial top ten event of the holiday season, grab the hottest ticket in town this New Year’s Eve. The Philharmonic performs at the Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts (190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs) on December 31 at 7:30 p.m. Get your tickets by visiting www.csphilharmonic.org.

Recycle Your Tree and Support Your Community at the TreeCycle
2018-12-29 10:00 - 17:30
Keep your Christmas tree out of the landfill and pick up free mulch at the below six locations for a $5 suggested minimum donation benefiting Colorado Springs Youth Sports, the El Pomar Youth Sports Park and six area youth service organizations.
December 29 & 30 AND January 5 & 6
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
· Baptist Road Trailhead (Baptist Rd. & Old Denver Highway)
· Falcon Trailhead (SW of Woodmen Rd. & McLaughlin Rd.)
· Cottonwood Creek Park (Dublin Blvd. & Montarbor Rd.)
· Sky Sox Stadium (Barnes Rd. & Tutt Blvd.)
· Rock Ledge Ranch (Gateway Rd. & 30th St.)
· Memorial Park (Pikes Peak Ave. & Union Blvd.)
Extended Hours at Rocky Top Resources ONLY
1755 E. Las Vegas St.
December 26-28 & January 2-31
7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Weekdays & 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturdays (Closed Sundays)

Tri-Lakes Music Association Annual Christmas Concert
2018-12-16 15:00 - 16:00, 2018-12-14 20:00 - 22:00
The Tri-Lakes Music Association presents its annual free Christmas Show with community musicians for the Tri-Lakes community, friends and family. Admission is free, any donations go to support Tri-Lakes Cares and D-38 scholarships. There are three shows at Palmer Ridge High School: December 14 at 7:00 p.m., December 15 at 7:00 p.m., and December 16 at 2:00 p.m.

Indoor Farmer's Market
2018-12-15 10:00 - 15:00
The Monument Hill Farmers Market moves inside in the winter! Find winter treats, produce and goodies on Saturday December 15 17 from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. inside the old Grace Best Education Center at 66 Jefferson Street in Monument.

Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce Monthly Education Series- Speed Networking
2018-12-13 15:30 - 18:00
The Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce is hosting a speed networking session on December 13 from 2:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce (166 Second Street in Monument). Don’t miss this event that will provide you an opportunity to build your referral base over a quick networking session! Space is limited! Please register at www.chamberorganizer.com soon to reserve your spot. Tips for maximizing the speed networking session: Be prepared to introduce yourself and your business, bring business cards and a name tag if you have one. You will have 2 minutes to convey your business and then listen for 2 minutes. What better way to meet so many in such a short period of time and then determine who you would like to meet again?
Due to the popularity of this event we are having to limit registration to one person per business.

Electric Safari
2018-12-07 18:30 - 21:30
There’s only one place in Colorado Springs where you can see over one million glittering lights and 85 animated light sculptures and wild animals- The Electric Safari at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo! Warming fires throughout the Zoo offer a reprieve from the chill, as do select indoor animal exhibits that remain open during the event. Top off this astounding display by gazing out at the city’s lights and watch all of Colorado Springs sparkle. Get into the holiday spirit while you wait your turn to meet Santa! Santa Claus will be taking holiday wishes each night through December 23. Electric Safari is open December 7-9 and December 14-23 and December 25-January 1 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. The last admission is sold at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.cmzoo.org for more information.

Christmas Tea with Santa
2018-12-07 18:00 - 19:00
The Tri-Lakes YMCA invites girls 4-8 years old and their moms to enjoy Christmas fun, activities, snacks, tea and crafts with Santa on December 7 from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The cost is $20 for Members and $25 for Non-Members. Wear a pretty Christmas dress for a memorable photo opportunity!

Electric Moonlight
2018-12-06 18:30 - 21:30
Celebrate holiday lights and cheer during Electric Moonlight. This adults-only event is Thursday, December 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Electric Moonlight combines festive holiday lights with unlimited samples of beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks while tasting delicious eats from area restaurants. Local musicians will set the mood and will have you dancing until 8:30 p.m. Warming fires throughout the Zoo offer a reprieve from the chill, as do select indoor animal exhibits that remain open during the event. Top off this astounding experience by gazing out at the city’s lights, watching all of Colorado Springs sparkle. Purchase your tickets at www.cmzoo.org.

Downtown Holiday Stroll
2018-12-05 18:00 - 21:00
Join Downtown Colorado Springs for the 2018 Holiday Stroll. On December 5 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Local store owners are offering extended hours and many will have sales, special offers and refreshments while you shop. Stroll the beautifully lit Downtown and enjoy familiar holiday tunes from strolling carolers and musicians. Catch a glimpse of Santa doing spreading holiday cheer. He’ll be armed with a Polaroid, so be sure to get your keepsake photo!

Colorado Gives Day
2018-12-04 08:00 - 21:00
Join one of the largest one-day giving movements in the country.
Each December Coloradans come together with the common goal to strengthen the community by helping to power nonprofits. Community First Foundation and FirstBank partner to make this day rewarding for givers, nonprofits and the community as a whole.
This year Colorado Gives Day is Tuesday, December 4, and features a $1 million Incentive Fund. Every nonprofit receiving a donation on Colorado Gives Day will receive a portion of the fun, increasing the value of every dollar donated. Colorado Gives Day has grown to the state’s largest one-day online giving event, raising more than $182 million since it began in 2007.
To donate to a nonprofit of your choice, visit www.coloradogives.org.

Colorado Springs Festival of Lights Parade
2018-12-01 18:50 - 19:30
The Colorado Springs Festival of Lights Parade is Saturday December 1 at 5:50 p.m. in Downtown Coloardo Springs. The Parade will be on Tejon Street starting at St. Vrain Street, running south and ending on Vermijo Avenue.

Monument Tree Lighting
2018-12-01 18:00 - 19:00
Join the Town of Monument for a the Monument Tree Lighting event at 5:00 p.m. in Limbach Park (Corner of Front and 2nd Street) on Saturday December 1. Please bring a canned food item for Tri-Lakes Cares or a new, unwrapped toy for Santa on Patrol.

Monument Tree Lighting
2018-12-01 15:00 - 18:00
Join the Town of Monument for the Monument Tree Lighting event in Limbach Park (Corner of Front and 2nd Street) on Saturday December 1. Ice and wood carving demonstrations will begin at 2:00 p.m. and then Santa will light the trees at 5:00 p.m. Please bring a canned food item for Tri-Lakes Cares or a new, unwrapped toy for Santa on Patrol.

Small Town Christmas
2018-12-01 11:00 - 19:00
Visit Historic Downtown Monument on Saturday, December 1 from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. and celebrate the warmth and magic of the holiday season with visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus and their reindeer, hayrides, crafts, ice skating, a tree lighting and other traditional Christmas activities. Visit www.monumentmerchants.com for more information.

The 12th Annual North Pole Craft Fair
2018-12-01 10:00 - 16:00
The 12th Annual North Pole at Tri-Lakes Arts and Crafts Fair is Saturday, December 1 from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Grace Best School in Monument. In addition to great arts and crafts available for purchase, District 38 choirs and bands will be performing holiday music throughout the day. The event will also feature the Tri-Lakes United Methodist Church Cookie Walk. Admission is free with nonperishable food item, toys, or cash donation to be given to Tri-Lakes Cares.

Palmer Lake Star Lighting
2018-11-24 21:00 - 21:15
Bundle up and head to Palmer Lake to see the annual star lighting on November 24 at 8:00 p.m. The event is free!

Palmer Lake Fire Department Chili Supper
2018-11-24 17:30 - 20:00
Enjoy a hearty chili dinner on November 24 at 12 Valley Crescent St. in Palmer Lake from 4:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. before the Palmer Lake Star is lit. Enjoy pictures with Santa, hay rides, hot chocolate, and listen to Christmas carolers. Tickets are available at www.eventbrite.com.

Palmer Lake Lantern Festival
2018-11-24 15:00 - 23:00
The Palmer Lake Lantern Festival is Saturday, November 24. Watch the star being lit while you release paper lanterns onto Palmer Lake. Your $20 ticket includes a lantern, flashlight and marker to write anything you desire onto your lantern before releasing it onto the water. All proceeds benefit the Pedestrian Bridge in Palmer Lake as well as Palmer Lake parks improvements. Tickets can be purchased at eventbrite.com.

Small Business Saturday
2018-11-24 09:00 - 22:00
Small Business Saturday is November 24. Small Business Saturday is a day where every shopper can play a part to help support their local economy and the small business owners who provide the majority of our economic growth. By shopping small and local, the majority of the money stays within the community. Go ahead, get your holiday shopping started or buy a little something for yourself. Plan on spending your Saturday after Thanksgiving shopping local.

Skate in the Park
2018-11-24 06:45 - 07:45
Skate in the Park is open for the season! Enjoy the beautiful Colorado winter and skate outdoors at Acacia Park (115 E. Platte Ave.). Admission is $10 and children under 4 are free with paid adult. Receive $1 off with Military ID. Visit www.downtowncs.com for the Skate in the Park schedule.
