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Genealogy on the Internet at the Fountain Library

The Fountain Library presents monthly classes where you can explore new research resources available online. Computer experience desired. Call the Fountain Library for more details about Genealogy on the Internet classes! When: Thursday, June 07, 2012 Time:  7:00 PM Where: Fountain Branch – 230 S. Main Street at Fountain Meeting Room Contact: Pam Ownes at (719) 382-5347

Celestial Stories of the Night Sky

Why is the moon dark one night a month? Learn the answer to that question at the Fountain Library and more during this family program as Heather Lyle shares humorous and dramatic tales of the moon and stars. View the night sky and end the evening with take-home crafts. When: Wednesday, June 06, 2012 Time:…

Animals of the Night …..Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Which animals “own the night?” Come see a set of very interesting animals visiting the Fountain Library from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and find out for yourself. First 30 reservations guarantee a seat; same day seats are first come, first served as space is available.  Must be between grades 6 to 12 to attend the Teen…

Market Place | Sold for $179,900

Market Place | Sold for $179,900

By LIZ ALEXANDER

National Doughnut Day: Free Doughnuts at Dunkin Donuts on June 1, 2012

Celebrate National Doughnut Day with a Free doughnut at participating Dunkin Donuts.  On Friday, June 1 get one Free doughnut with any beverage purchase.  In the Denver area get a complimentary treat from Krispy Kreme.  No purchase necessary.  La Mars Donuts nationwide will also offer one free donut to each guest with no purchase necessary.  National…

Teens Skate for Free at Skate City

Teens skate for free  at Skate City off of Barnes Rd when they show their library card to staff at the event. Skate rental is not included. This skating event is being held at the Skate city on Barns Rd. on Friday June 1, 2012 starting at 6 pm.  So teens get your skates  and Library…

Arrest Made in Recent Thefts in Fountain Area

Arrest Made in Recent Thefts in Fountain Area

Fountain, Colorado – Press Release  The Fountain Police Department made an arrest today in the recent thefts from unlocked vehicles in the Fountain Valley Area.  The investigation began in March and included more than sixty cases in the following neighborhoods:  Cross Creek, Heritage, Tuscany Ridge, Wild Oak Farms and Countryside.  The cases involved thefts from unlocked vehicles during…

Raptors Alive at the Fountain Library

Raptors Alive at the Fountain Library

The Fountain Library will have Nature’s Educators from Aurora bringing three live birds of prey for you to meet! Learn about the lives of raptors and adaptations.  Get close to these amazing birds at this Raptors Alive event at the Pikes Peak Fountain Libray. When: Saturday, May 26, 2012 – 2:00 PM Where: Fountain Branch – 230…

Teen Craft Day @ Fountain Library

Teens will be using t-shirts to make pillows and book bags and other cool things at Teen Craft Day at the Fountain Library. They will be sewing by hand and using sewing machines. Space and supplies are limited so please register online or with a staff member. When: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 – 4:00 PM Where:…

City of Fountain is Hiring

The City of Fountain is accepting applications for the position of Regular Part-Time Police Officer.  A Fountain Police Department Police Officer Application must be filled out, as part of the application; the Disqualifying Behaviors List must also be signed and attached to the application.  Officers hired for this position may be scheduled to fill a…

New Fort Carson Commissary Opens May 9th

Fort Carson’s new Commissary Opens on May 9, 2012.  The community is invited to attend the 10 a.m. ribbon-cutting ceremony. Doors to the $18.7 million modern facility will open immediately following. The new Fort Carson Commissary is nearly 50 percent larger than the one it’s replacing, and it has something inside for every type of commissary shopper,…

Raising Backyard Chickens

Join Herbert Aparicio, aka the Animal Whisperer, to learn how to raise backyard chickens from baby chicks! What to feed them, how to take care of them, if they need heat or not, what their coop should look like, what their pen should look like…and how big, how to handle the eggs, how to protect…

43rd Annual Fountain Fall Festival

This years Fountain Fall Festival theme will be, “The Fabrics of Freedom”.  This years parade route will have some changes and more information will soon be available.  Contact the Fountain Valley Chamber of Commerce office if you want to participate in the parade or for more information on booths  andevents at Metcalfe Park by calling 719-382-3190.

Free Seedling Tree at Harding Nursery on Saturday

Free Seedling Tree at Harding Nursery on Saturday

By LIZ ALEXANDER – Get a free seedling tree on Saturday April 28th at Harding Nursery during their Customer Appreciation Day and National Arbor Day.  One free seedling tree per customer.  Harding Nursery is now offering a landscape designer on Fridays and Saturday or by appointment.  Harding Nursery is also giving free seedlings to little ones who complete a…

City of Fountain 2012 Clean Up Weeks

The City of Fountain will have Clean-Up Week starting April 30th through May 9th, 2012. Please do not put items out more than 24-hours prior to your scheduled day for pick-up. Any items left at or along the curbside, which are not intended for removal by the City, must be clearly marked. All items must…

Chamber Networking Event

Join the Fountain Valley Chamber for its Chamber Networking Event on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 starting at 7 AM at COke’s Diner.  Speaker will be Dan Jackson of Jackson Automotive on “Car Care Awareness Month”.