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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…

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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

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…

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

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…

Got Drugs? Fountain Valley Prespription Drug Take Back Day is April 28th

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has scheduled another National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day which will take place on Saturday, April 28, 2012, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  This is a great time to safely dispose of unused  or unwanted prescription drugs.  Last year Americans turned in more than 377,086 pounds (188.5 tons) of unwanted or expired medications…

Visit National Parks for Free April 21 – 29

Visit one of America’s NATIONAL PARKS this April 21 – 29 as America celebrates National Park Week –– a chance to hike, learn, share, and give back in the nation’s 397 national parks. Celebrate what we all have inherited as Americans – 84 million acres of the world’s most spectacular scenery, historic landmarks and cultural…

Bird Hike at Pinello Ranch

Please join local birder Charlie Campbell at Pinello Ranch for two guided outings identifying birds during spring migration. Pinello Ranch is one of several key areas that birds use as resting areas while migrating north along the Fountain Creek Flyway. The many ponds at Pinello Ranch are a special draw to waterfowl. Highlights will include tips…

Growing Fruit Trees in the Pikes Peak Region

Learn to grow fruit trees in the Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region at Pinello Ranch. Local backyard orchardist, James Kulbeth, will instruct class participants in the techniques of selecting, prepping, planting, transplanting, pruning, training, and maintaining fruit trees in the Pikes Peak Region. With a special focus on apple varieties, participants will have…

Fountain Community Night Out is on April 16

The 14th Annual Fountain Community Night Out presented by the City of Fountain will be held on Monday, April 16, 2012 at Fountain-Fort Carson High School  from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.  In the cafeteria there will be information and display booths by local organizations.  Light snacks and refreshments will be provided by local restaurants.  At 6:00 pm Mayor Jeri C.…

Recycle Toilet and Porcelain in El Paso County

Colorado Springs Utilities now crushes toilets and porcelain to use as road base to help reduce waste in landfills and to lower costs for buying new aggregate.  The new program is free which helps local residents reduce disposal costs and helps promote a more sustainable community.  Toilets, sinks and other porcelain are accepted at El Paso County’s…