Fountain Valley Senior Center

The Fountain Valley Senior Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults by providing County-wide leadership, direct services as needed, information and referral, networking, advocacy and collaboration for adult protection.  The Senior Services are run under the Department of Human Services and is located at 5745 Southmoor Dr in Fountain Colorado off…

New Santa’s Sleigh Ride at the North Pole

Jolly Santa and his elves have been working since the day after Christmas to build the new “Santa’s Sleigh Ride”: a Soaring Eagle Zip Line, complete with a custom sleigh.  Seated side-by-side, riders can experience the same thrill Santa does each Christmas Eve, as he soars over rooftops.  The e zip line pulls you up and back at…

Colorado State Fair Announces Entertainment Lineup for 2014

The Colorado State Fair entertainment series lineup for 2014 has been released.  Tickets go on sale June 7 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased by clicking here,  by calling 866-461-6556, or visiting the Colorado State Fairgrounds. “Each ticket also gives fans the option of coming early and enjoying a full day at the fair…

Fountain Farmers Market Opens June 3rd

The City of Fountain Farmers Market Opens on June 3rd, 2014.  The Farmers Market is held in front of City located at 116 S. Main Street.  There will be fruits and vegtables from local farmers, honey, arts and craft items and food. Date:   Tuesdays, June 3rd through September 30th Time:  3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Call…

Kids 6 to 18 Ride Mountain Metropolitan Transit All Summer for Just $25

Colorado Springs – Mountain Metropolitan Transit (MMT) is once again offering the Summer Haul Pass program for kids 6 to 18. Kids can ride the fixed-route buses all summer, June 1 through August 31, by purchasing the Summer Haul Pass for only $25.00. MMT’s Summer Haul Pass program has helped many kids in the Pikes…

Marian House Needs Your Help

Since 1985, the Marian House Soup Kitchen has been serving people who are hungry in downtown Colorado Springs. Hot, nutritious meals are provided for more than 600 people most days. Towards the middle and end of the month, the number of meals served increases to 700+ on most days. Guests include struggling families, seniors on…

2014 Spring Clean-Up

FOUNTAIN COLORADO – The City of Fountain will have Clean-Up Week starting May 5, 2014 through May 16, 2014. 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…

2014 Junior Golf Camps

The Patty Jewett Junior Golf Camps’ primary goal is to peak your child’s interest in the wonderful game of golf by creating a fun and exciting atmosphere. Open to all boys and girls aged 10 and up. The $99 fee includes: 4 days of lessons (2.5 hours each day) Junior Golf Punch Pass which includes…

Environmental Film Series: Saving Luna

A documentary film about Luna, a lone baby killer whale who gets separated from his family. Luna becomes a symbol of the world’s wildest beauty:  wonderful to know, hard to save.  This film is provided by the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival and will be shown at the Fountain Creek Nature Center in the new…

Just Between Friends Pueblo and Fountain

Make plans now to join us at the Pueblo/Fountain sale in May! We’ve got many wonderful items that you won’t want to miss! Remember, you don’t save if you don’t shop! So please come check out the wonderful selection of maternity, baby and children’s items! Sale Schedule: May 2 – 4 Friday, May 2nd 10:00am…

Pedro Carreño Arrazola Memorial Zumbathon

 Earlier this year, the story of a man that fell 20 feet during his construction job in Downtown, Colorado Springs and died immediately, went viral throughout the media. Pedro Carreño Arrazola left behind his wife and five children. Not only did Pedro’s tragic death affect the Colorado Springs community, but it had a big effect on the community of…

SUMMER CAMPING AND ACTIVITIES BEGIN AT LAKE PUEBLO STATE PARK

PUEBLO, Colo. – Summer starts early at Lake Pueblo State Park. The park will begin moving into its summer operations this month, opening additional campsites and adding more services. More hours will be added to boat inspection stations and preparations are underway to reopen the swim beach for another season of fun in the sun.…

Law Day in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs- The El Paso County Bar Association  is hosting a Distinguished Panel to Discuss: American Democracy and the Rule of Law: Why Every Vote Matters The El Paso County Bar Association (EPCBA) invites the Public to join us at our Law Day event on May 2, 2014 for the first of its’ kind discussion about…

Drug Take Back Day is Here

Fountain, Colorado SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2014 from 10am to 2pm is NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY. Do you have any expired or unused prescription medications cluttering up your medicine cabinet? You can get rid of them safely and quickly. This free and anonymous service is available right here at your Fountain Police Department’s lobby…

Fountain Auto Theft Prevention

Fountain, Colorado by FOUNTAIN POLICE DEPARTMENT Between 2012 and 2013 there was a 34% decrease in Motor Vehicle theft in the Fountain Valley. According to the FBI, there was an increase nationally of 5.7%. There was a 19% decrease in vehicle break-ins as well. Citizens of Fountain deserve all the credit for the decrease in…

Girl Scout Day at Fountain Creek Nature Center

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…