Please join the VFW Post 6461 on Saturday, July 13, 2013 for the kick off to a new program headed by Jac Mihanovic. This program will be a joint venture for the Fountain Valley community and the program would love the support of local businesses, organization and government officials. Fox News will be joining Jac…
The annual July 4th on the 3rd Independence Day celebration has been postponed at Fort Carson Iron Horse Park due to fire restrictions. The annual event will be rescheduled so check back for further details.
Evergreen Cemetery located at 1005 Hancock Expressway will host its annual Memorial Day Celebration. The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. with the U.S. Cavalry Buffalo s Soldiers. At 12 p.m. there will be a balloon release to remember all those who have passed before us at the Historic Chapel. This event is free and open…
FORT CARSON, Colo. – The Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex opens to the public Jan 23 at 1:30 p.m. The public opening will be proceeded by an invitation only” ribbon-shooting” ceremony at 11 a.m. The shooting complex, which is the largest outdoor shooting range in the State of Colorado, is a joint project between Fort Carson,…
At Crawford House we need a small volunteer force of about 20 people for a few hours who can help organize the pantry, clean a little, and or paint a room on January 19, 2013. Crawford House (415 S. Weber) is a program providing safe emergency housing for veterans who are homeless and receiving mental health…
[imagebrowser id=5]On this National Day of Service members of the community are assembling CARE packages for our soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines in Afghanistan to show our military personnel they are remembered back home. Items needed are: body wash, liquid soap, facial cleanser hair gel combs, brushes, bobby pins (in original packaging please) deodorant (travel size)…
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is extending its celebration of military personnel and their families this year again for a full week. During Military Appreciation Week, Monday, September 10 – Sunday, September 16, 2012, all active duty/retired military members and their families receive zoo admission for just $5.25 per person, a discount of up to $6.00 off…
The 4th annual Fountain Valley 5k for the Fallen will be held on Saturday, September 1st, at the Guy Barickman Stadium at Fountain Fort Carson High School. The run starts at 8 am and is $25 for adults, and $15 for kids. Not only does the run honor the fallen and those left behind, but…
Sky Sox Military Appreciation Night is on Wednesday, August 29th at Sky Sox stadium. Get your free tickets at Fort Carson MWR/ITR offices in the Outdoor Recreation Complex Bldg 2429 at the corner of Specker and Wetzel Ave (719) 526-5366 or at ITT at Peterson Air Force Base in Building 640 (719) 556-1760. Tickets must be picked up…
Colorado State Fair Military Appreciation Day is now called American Hero’s Day. American Hero’s Day will take place on Sunday August 26th, 2012. All military personnel and emergency responders will proof of affiliation may take advantage of $5 gate admission on this day. Rodeo tickets will also be available for $5 with gate admission included.
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…
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,…
The 6th Annual Military Father Daughter Dance is Saturday, March 31, 2012 from 6:00pm-9:00pm at the Crowne Plaza Hotel located at 2886 South Circle Drive (80906). Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets for the dance will be sold at the Southeast , Fountain and Briargate YMCA’s. The ITR-Outdoor Rec office on Fort Carson will also have tickets…
Fountain Valley will be dedicating its new Veterans Memorial at Mayors Park (by the Caboose) during its annual Veterans Day Ceremony. The Fountain Valley Veterans Memorial Day event will be held on Friday, November 11 at 1:00 pm. There will be guest speakers from local Military and Civilian communities. Everyone is invited to attend this special…
Colorado Springs remembers the September 11 victims on this ten year anniversary of the attack on the United States with special events and memorials located in the Colorado Springs community. Visit the memorial at Fort Carson located near the gate off Hwy 115 across from Cheyenne Mountain State Park. A twisted 17 foot long steel beam…
Colorado Springs and the US Air Force Academy have come together to celebrate our nations Independence Day at Falcon Stadium. There will be food, games and music from the Colorado Springs Symphony. There will also be a car show and fly over during the event. The 4thof July celebration starts at 4:00 pm and will…
