Girl Scouts with their parents and leaders may register for any of the above sessions to fulfill the requirements for their badges or just learn a new skill and have fun outdoors. (Badges not supplied). $4 per scout per badge session; Reservations and pre-payment required by April 10. Call 719-520-6745 for pre-payment with VISA, MC…
Celebrate The United State Air Force Academy’s 60th Anniversary by attending a concert put on by The United States Air Force Academy Band April 1. Show starts at 7 p.m. in the Arnold Hall Theater. (PC) Admission is free. Tickets are available at Colorado Springs Regional Business Alliance, the Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce and the Arnold…
Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation awards post-secondary annual scholarships (ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 with the potential of being larger for exceptional submissions) to high school seniors and/or undergraduate students attending accredited educational/technical institutions and who can demonstrate financial need. Applicants must be the child of an active-duty service member stationed at any of the bases/…
Mosey on down to Venetucci Farm for this great event – the first of its kind in the new barn! Your ticket covers a BBQ lunch of farm-raised pork & fresh sides prepared by Chef Mark Henry of the Meat Locker & Chef Kevin Campbell ofFull Circle Cuisine, plus beverages provided by Bristol Brewing Company.…
This class is for students 11 years and older who want or need first aid, CPR and AED training. The class will cover how to recognize and care for injuries or sudden illness until emergency services arrive. Also covered in the session will be handling emergency situations, breathing and cardiac emergencies, adult, child & infant…
Fountain Creek Nature Adventures is for children ages 3 – 6 accompanied by an adult. Children will enjoy a puppet show or stories, crafts, hands-on activities and discovery time on the trail. Date: April 3, 2014 – Heron Homecoming Time: 9 am – 10:30 am Fee: ($4.00 donation suggested, reservations required 719-520-6745) Phone: 719-520-6745 Location: Fountain Creek…
Bring the kids to the annual Fort Carson Eggsperience event at Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center. Eggsperience this year is on April 5, 2014 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. There will be liver entertainment, ice skating rink, bounce houses, photos with the Easter bunny, Petting Zoo and more. This event is open to…
Widefield Community Center will be holding its annual Spring Clean Sweep Day on Saturday, March 29, 2014 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Widefield residents can bring hazardous waste items for disposal. Use the Aspen Drive entrance for this event. The following items will be accepted: Automotive Chemicals: motor oil, antifreeze, brake flues, engine cleaners…
Come out and spend the day with our museum mascots Nugget and Chism at the Western Museum of Mining and Industry; learn about what it takes to keep livestock; meet the Veterinarian and Farrier; see Nugget and Chism have their hoofs and mouths checked; learn about costs and care, food, and daily exercise and ‘mucking’…
The Widefield Fun Bus Spring Break events run from March 24 -28, 2014. Send the kids on fantastic trips to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Glow Golf & Picture Show and to It’z. Must be at least six years old to participate in any Fun Bus activity. Register online, in person or by…
Fountain, Colorado – The Fountain Police Department received several tips this morning relaying the possible whereabouts of Robert Wesley Fortner Jr on outstanding warrants for the charges of Retaliation Against a Witness, Obstructing Justice, and… Menacing. At approximately 1130 this morning, Mr. Fortner was apprehended by the Colorado Springs Police in Colorado Springs, CO. Mr.…
Fountain, Colorado – The Fountain Police Department is asking for help in locating a Domestic Violence suspect currently wanted on outstanding warrants for the charges of Retaliation Against a Witness, Obstructing Justice, and Menacing. The wanted party is Robert Wesley Fortner Jr., a 19 year old white male, 5’11”, 153 lbs., with brown hair and…
See the acclaimed and award winning documentaries from the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival at the Fountain Creek Nature Center’s new Blue Ray, three screen venue. Enjoy snacks, popcorn and drinks for a small fee. discussion following for those interested. Geared toward an adult audience. Date: Friday, March 21, 2014 Time: 7 9m – 8:30 pm…
PUEBLO WEST, COLORADO HyMark Motorsports in Pueblo West, Colorado has been sold. Longtime owners Jack and Connie Thompson recently sold the dealership to Chuck Golinvaux. The dealership is a franchised dealer for Polaris ATVs and UTVs, and KTM on and off-road motorcycles. The Thompsons said, “After 12 years in this ever-changing industry we call the…
Paper making, pine needle baskets, rock necklaces and soap carving are a few of the fancy nature crafts you may choos from in this crafty class at the Fountain Creek Nature Center. For aduls and children ages 10 and up with an adult. Fee covers supplies. Limited to the first 20 participants. Date: March 15,…
Fountain Creek Springs Nature Camp is here once again in the Fountain Valley. This years Springs Camp rungs from March 24 – 28, 2014. Nature Center Playtime in the woods, building forts, fishing, games and making friends are portals to learning about nature and ourselves. Campers will discover the world around them and how to be…
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