| Upcoming Events |
 = Chamber Event |
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Event |
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01-01 to
12-31 | Tai Chi | Woodland Park Public Library | 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Lynn Harrison at 687-9281 or visit: More Information |
| | Every Friday morning, Beginning and Intermediate from 9-10 a.m. and Sun Style from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Call Teller County Public Health for more information, 687-6416. Sponsored by: Teller County Public Health & Rampart Library District |
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01-01 to
12-31 | Tai Chi | Florissant Public Library | 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Judy Scott at 748-3939 |
| | Every Monday morning, Beginning 9-10 a.m., and Intermediate 10-11 a.m.Call Teller County Public Health, 687-6416, for more information Sponsored by: Teller County Public Health & Rampart Library District |
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03-01 to
12-27 | Sunday Praise and Worship Services | 11361 U S Hwy 24, Divide | 10:30 |
| | For more information, contact: Dean Goossen at 686-9339 or visit: More Information |
| | Informal, friendly congregation wishes to invite you to visit our Sunday services. Coffee shop opens at 10:00 am and service begins at 10:30. Contemporary praise and worship featuring a full worship band, followed by unique, verse-by-verse exposition of the Word of God. Affiliated with Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa, CA. Sponsored by: Mountain Area Calvary Chapel |
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05-24 to
12-27 | Hide the Thimble EVERY SUNDAY | 200 S Chestnut St WP | Noon - 6pm |
| | For more information, contact: Linda at 719-687-2272 or visit: More Information |
| | Play "Hide the Thimble" EVERY SUNDAY at Nuts 'n Bolts Needleworks. Find the thimble ( hidden in plain sight) and redeem it at the check out counter for 20% OFF all your regular priced purchases. Thimble is "re-hidden" after each redemption. Sponsored by: Nuts |
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06-01 to
09-30 | Faith Lutheran Preschool Registration for 2009-2010 | 1310 Evergreen Heights Drive Woodland Park | 9:00 am- 5:00 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Church Office at 687-2303 or visit: More Information |
| | Kids, come grow with us as we explore, experience and discover together! Open enrollment for next school year is underway for children age 3 through 5 years of age. Sponsored by: Faith School Board |
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06-05 to
09-26 | The Fantasticks - Butte Theater, Cripple Creek | Butte Theater | 1 and 7 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Mickey Burdick at 719-689-3247 or visit: More Information |
| | The Fantasticks - June 5-Sept. 26 (alternating days and times with Godspell). Shows are Wednesday thru Monday.
The Fantasticks, a 1960 musical with music by Harvey Schmidt and lyrics by Tom Jones, the world's longest-running musical, for 42 years.
Tickets: $15.75 Adult; $13.75 Senior; $9.75 Children; $12.75 for groups of 20+
See butteroperahouse.com for schedule and to buy tickets.
Sponsored by: City of Cripple Creek |
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06-05 to
07-06 | Under Pressure: An Invitational Printmakers’ Art Weekend | Commonwheel Artists Co-op, 102 Cañon Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829 | 10 am - 6/8 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Wendy Daniels-Gillam at 719-685-1008 or visit: More Information |
| | WHO: Well-known art printmakers, both local and from around the country
FRIDAY, June 5, 2009:
WHEN: Art Show Opening Friday, 5 – 8pm, show up through July 6
Commonwheel hours: 10am - 8pm daily
WHERE: Commonwheel Artists’ Co-op, 102 Cañon Ave, Manitou Springs, CO
SATURDAY, June 6, 2009:
WHEN: 9am – noon: Printmaking Demos with Ron Mier, Santa Fe artist, and other artists
Bring a brown bag lunch or enjoy a nearby restaurant
1 – 3pm: Panel Talk: Panel of Printmakers
WHERE: Cottonwood Center for the Arts, 427 E. Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
Sponsored by: Commonwheel Artists Co-op |
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06-12 to
09-25 | Woodland Park Farmers Market | Center Street & Henrietta | 7:00 am - 1:00 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Market Manager at 687-9053 or visit: More Information |
| | Locally & Colorado grown vegetables, plants and mushrooms. Natural Colorado meats. Honey, fruit, Alpaca yarn and seasonal specials. Sponsored by: |
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06-12 to
09-26 | Godspell - Butte Theater | Butte Theater, Cripple Creek | 1 and 7 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Mickey Burdick at 719-689-3247 or visit: More Information |
| | Godspell - June 12-Sept. 26 (alternating days and times with The Fantasticks). Shows are Wednesday thru Monday.
Godspell (an archaic spelling of the word gospel) is a 1970 musical, a series of parables, based on the Gospel of Matthew interspersed with a variety of modern music set primarily to lyrics from traditional hymns.
Tickets: $15.75 Adult; $13.75 Senior; $9.75 Children; $12.75 for groups of 20+
See butteroperahouse.com for schedule and to buy tickets.
Sponsored by: City of Cripple Creek |
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06-17 to
12-11 | Divide Playgroup | Divide - Community Partnership FRC | 9:00 - 10:30 |
| | For more information, contact: Jodi Mijares at 687-1047 or visit: More Information |
| | Free Baby to preschooler playgroup every Monday and Wednesday! Come have fun and play! Activities include art, music, story time, snack, playtime and field trips! We try to schedule one monthly field trip to area parks, zoo, north pole and annual pony rides! Come join the fun, drop ins welcome! We meet every Monday & Wednesday in Divide in the Community Partnership Playroom! Sponsored by: The Resource Exchange & Community Partnership Family Resourc |
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06-18 to
12-11 | Woodland Park Playgroup | The Resource Exchange - Teller Early Childhood Connections | 9:00 - 10:30 |
| | For more information, contact: Amy Wolin or Jenny Gawlowski at 687-8875 or 687-2053 |
| | Free Baby to preschooler playgroup every Wednesday and Thursday! Come have fun and play! Activities include art, music, story time, snack, playtime and field trips! We try to schedule one monthly field trip to area parks, zoo, north pole and annual pony rides! Come join the fun, drop ins welcome! We meet every Wednesday & Thursday in the Resource Exchange/Teller Early Childhood Connections Playland 111-C N. Center St. Woodland Park. (Off Hwy 24 behind Bucks and Flutterbys)This program runs through the year! Sponsored by: The Resource Exchange |
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06-26 to
07-05 | Once Upon A Time In The West | Pikes Peak Heritage Center | 9:00 am-5:00 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Kris Tiffany at 719-433-8280 or visit: More Information |
| | Art Show- This 14th annual event is sponsored by the City of Cripple Creek. This wonderful event is hosting 8 Nationally Recognized Artists at the Pikes Peak Heritage Center from June 27th thru July 5th from 9 am to 5 pm. There will be an artists' reception on June 26th from 4 pm to 9 pm. This will be a great opportunity to meet the artists in person. The artists are: R. "Little Bear" Sutton, Jon Zimmer, Shirley Logan, Dixie K. Claire, Steven Mackin, Michael Slancik, Ken Dale, and Jim Redhawk. This is a free event. So come enjoy the festivities and be part of this wonderful annual event!!!!! Sponsored by: Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Co.,Two Mile High Club, Bronco Billy's Casino |
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| 07-04 | Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration | Memorial Park - Park St. & Henrietta Ave. | 9:00 - 3:00 |
| | For more information, contact: Michelle Chalupsky or Claudia Kempt at 686-0705 or visit: More Information |
| | Annual 4th of July celebration at Memorial Park in downtown Woodland Park, 9 am—3 pm. Fishing Derby for kids 15 and under from 8-9. Pancake Breakfast at the Senior Center from 7:30 till the pancakes are gone. This family fun event features three stages of entertainment, food, crafters, activities, kid games on the lawn, basketball & volleyball tournaments, horse & buggy rides, tractor/wagon rides, and fire engine rides! You can even try your hockey shot ability at the tennis courts! The Wagons & Wheels Parade starts at 11:30; decorate your bicycle, wagon or other wheels, parade around the park ending at the gazebo to see the Woodland Park Wind Symphony playing during the raising of the flag. Fireworks at Dusk behind the High School. (Registration for Volleyball Tournaments at the Park & Rec Booth, Registration for the Basketball Tournaments at the Basketball Court) Sponsored by: The City of Woodland Park, Community Partnership Family Resource Center and Nort |
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| 07-05 | Symphony Above the Clouds | Woodland Park Middle School football field | concert starts at 7:30, gates open at 5 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Nancy Spradling at 719-687-1304 until 8:00 p.m. |
| | A wonderful, family-friendly no admission event to cap off the July 4th weekend! At approximately 5:15 p.m. the Florissant Fossils, an always popular bluegrass band, will play until about 6:45. Beginning at 7:30, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic will play a concert of popular music, show tunes and light classics. The finale of the program is always the "Overture to the 1812", complete with lots of bells and the cannons from Ft. Carson. The city-sponsored fireworks after dark provide an excellent finish for the evening. Gates open at 5:00 so come early for the best spots, bring your lawn chairs and a picnic, or plan to get some refreshments from the Booster Club stand on the field. This is a delightful evening for the entire family. NO ANIMALS AND NO ALCOHOL.
Volunteers still needed for July 4 and 5, please call. Sponsored by: Ute Pass Symphony Guild |
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| 07-05 | Teller Safe Harbor Annual BBQ Competition | Keller Williams Building | 11am - 4pm |
| | For more information, contact: Carma Loontjer at (719) 930-8685 or visit: More Information |
| | BBQers WANTED!! Teller Safe Harbor, a local non-profit, is holding it's 1st Annual BBQ Competition on July 5, 2009 and we need BBQers for the competition! If you have an awesome BBQ recipe that you'd like to share with the community please contact Carma for more information. (719) 930-8685 All proceeds benefit TSH, working to build a Safe House for the victims of domestic violence in Teller County. Sponsored by: |
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| 07-05 | 2nd Annual Tailgate Above the Clouds | WOODLAND EXCHANGE BUILDING PARKING LOT | 11-4 |
| | For more information, contact: VERA EGBERT at 719-686-7464 |
| | Please join Us for the 2nd Annual Tailgate Above the Clouds. The Woodland Exchange Building, 11-4 Sunday July 5th 2009 for BBQ Cook Off, Family Fun & Music by "Time Machine" before the Symphony Above the Clouds Sponsored by: 3-D MORTGAGE LLC, PEOPLES BANK, KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY AND FARMERS INSURANCE |
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| 07-07 | Caregiver Support Group | Woodland Park Public Library | 3:15 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Rita Randolph at 687-9281 x132 |
| | For caregivers, family or friends who deal with the daily challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. This group provides support and encouragement in a confidential setting at no cost. Meet other caregivers and learn more about the disease, care giving issues and suggestions on how to take care of yourself. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association. First Tuesday of each month.
Sponsored by: |
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| 07-08 | Be Creative with Bill Anderson | Woodland Park Public Library | 10:15 a.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Julie Wood-Wilson at 687-9281 x137 or visit: More Information |
| | One of our favorites is back! Storytelling, puppets, music, comedy, magic and loads of audience participation!
Bring a bag lunch & stay for the 12 Noon "Lunch and a Movie!" Sponsored by: Rampart Library District |
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| 07-08 | Lunch & a Movie | Woodland Park Public Library | 12 noon |
| | For more information, contact: Julie Wood-Wilson at 687-9281 x137 or visit: More Information |
| | Bring the kids and lunch or a snack and join us for a fun family movie. We provide the lemonade! Sponsored by: Rampart Library District |
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| 07-09 | Seminar: Secrets to a Sustainable Life | Woodland Park Harvest Center | 9:00am-5:00pm |
| | For more information, contact: Sally or Heidi at (719)748-3253 ext 109 or visit: More Information |
| | In this seminar, you will learn and be able to teach others how to calculate their “carbon footprint”, interpret population growth information, compare and contrast hydrocarbon, nuclear and sustainable energy, compare and contrast local and. non-local food systems, and demonstrate how to properly amend soil for planting, compost, select varieties of vegetable plants that will grow well in this area, and demonstrate correct maintenance and harvesting tips of five common vegetables. More information on this and other summer seminars is available at www.nps.gov/flfo. Teacher credit is available. Sponsored by: Friends of Florissant Fossil Beds |
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| 07-09 | Ribbon Cutting - Horse Feathers | 763 Gold Hill Square South | 2:00 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 |
| | Join us in welcoming Trish Bourgeois with Horse Feathers - Boutique and Hair Salon to the Chamber. We will celebrate with a Ribbon Cutting at 2:00 on Thursday, July 7. Her Grand Opening will be held July 1 - 11. Light refreshments will be served. Sponsored by: |
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| 07-10 | 23rd Annual Chamber Golf Tournament | Shining Mountain Golf Club - 100 Shining Mountain Way | 8:00 |
| | For more information, contact: Debbie Miller at 687-9885 |
| | Join us for our 23rd Annual Chamber Golf Tournament held at Shining Mountain Golf Club. Sponsorships now available. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 07-10 | Seminar: Adventures with Owls | Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument | 5:00pm-2:00am |
| | For more information, contact: Sally or Heidi at 719-748-3253 ext. 109 or visit: More Information |
| | The shy, fist-sized Flammulated Owl was little known for more than a century. But the results of 25 years of study have shed light on the ecology and habitat of the sensitive owl. Participants in this field-based course will learn the natural history of the owl and join a nocturnal adventure into occupied territories of the owl to hear whispers of its territorial song and observe its nesting behaviors. Registration required, $50. Teacher credit available. Sponsored by: Friends of Florissant Fossil Beds |
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07-10 to
08-10 | Flights of Fancy | Commonwheel Artists Co-op, 102 Cañon Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829 | 10 am - 8 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Wendy Daniels-Gillam at 719-685-1008 or visit: More Information |
| | July 10 - August 10
Please join us at our Opening Reception on Friday, July 10, from 5 - 8 p.m.
A fantasy of movement and flight of objects and animals await you at this show characterised by a feeling of movement and independence. All done in a whimsical mode for your enjoyment. Fiber artist Lynn Lee works in a variety of silk fabrics and techniques to create one of a kind vibrant pieces. LouAnn Sosalla loves to experiment with the immediacy and brilliance of watercolor. Glass beaded jewelry is the focus of Julie Collins, whose creations add a touch of charm and sometimes humor to any outfit. Together they emphasise the beauty and levity of nature in flight and at rest. Sponsored by: |
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07-11 to
07-18 | Super Series Nationals Woodland Park, Colorado Springs CO | Meadow Wood Sports Complex | various |
| | For more information, contact: Larry Teneholz at (719) 648-2871_ or visit: More Information |
| | Over 900 kids, parents and coaches from throughout the United States will be in Woodland Park for the Super Series Nationals Baseball Tournament. Event begins on Saturday, July 11, 2009 and will run through Saturday, July 18, 2009! All events in Woodland Park will take place at Meadow Wood Sports Complex. Sponsored by: Woodland Park Sports Foundation |
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| 07-11 | WOODLAND MUSIC SERIES | UTE PASS CULTURAL CENTER | 10:00AM |
| | For more information, contact: Debbie Pinello at 719-687-5284 or visit: More Information |
| | "MIX IT UP" featuring Florissant Fossils, One More Shot, USAF Wild Blue Country, and Big Jim & Little John. FREE. Outdoors "On the Green" Sponsored by: I.R.E.A./Shining Mountain Golf/City of Woodland Park |
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| 07-11 | Ribbon Cutting - Mainstreet Makeover | Bergstrom Park, downtown Woodland Park | 10:00 a.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Debbie Miller at 687-9885 or visit: More Information |
| | Join the entire town in celebrating the Mainstreet Makeover. Their will be a Native American Blessing and Christian dedication plus a Ribbon Cutting to kick off the celebration at 9:00 a.m. in Bergstrom Park. Please join us at this community event. Sponsored by: |
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| 07-11 | Mainstreet Makeover At The Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource | RMDRC, 24 Hwy and S. Fairview St. Woodland Park, CO 80863 | 9:00am - 6:00pm |
| | For more information, contact: Alan Patton at 719-686-1820 or visit: More Information |
| | Come and join the fun and festivities at the RMDRC on July 11th for the Woodland Park Mainstreet Makeover. On the RMDRC plaza area you will be able to learn how to pan for gold from the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Co., hunt through sand for real turquoise from the Bad Boys of Cripple Creek Mining Co. and participate in amazing science experiments with Cool Science. The RMDRC will also have two food vendors, Ted Vong with breakfast burritos in the morning and burgers, brats, hot dogs, drinks and chips in the afternoon. Goldminers will be selling cinnamon almonds, carmel apples, old fashion candies and taffy. Come and join the RMDRC and the City of Woodland Park for a day of fun and festivities from one end of town to the other for the Mainstreet Makeover. For more information visit www.rmdrc.com Sponsored by: |
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| 07-11 | Free Noxious Weed Program | Manitou Experimental Forest (232 Cty Rd 79, WP 80863) | 10:00 - Noon |
| | For more information, contact: Mark Platten at 689-2552 or visit: More Information |
| | Colorado State University Extension and the US Forest Service are sponsoring a summer 2009 Noxious Weed program.
Saturday, July 11, 2009 from 10-12
Multiple agencies in the region will be present to discuss their noxious weed management programs and activities.
Learn to identify noxious weeds and control methods as well as how the various agencies may be able to cover some of the expenses.
You will receive weed identification materials, control information, cost-sharing options as well as opportunities to talk to the noxious weed experts.
The Manitou Experimental Forest is located ½ mile north of Manitou Lake on the east side of Hwy 67; 232 County Road 79 (Spruce Road), Woodland Park, CO 80863. Sponsored by: CSU Extension and US Forest Service |
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| 07-12 | Woodland Music Week | Lost Dutchman Resort | 2pm to 7pm |
| | For more information, contact: Jennifer at 719.686.7738 or visit: More Information |
| | On Sunday July 12th the Lost Dutchman is hosting the Grand Finally of the Woodland Music Week. Gingers Hotter will be playing from 2pm to 7pm. Tickets are only $10 at the door. Come and dance the afternoon away and have fun. Sponsored by: WRA |
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| 07-14 | Partner 101 Orientation | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 10:00 am |
| | For more information, contact: Debbie Miller at 687-9885 |
| | Orientation for new and potential members of the Greater Woodland Park Chamber. Learn how to utilize to your best advantage the multiple added value benefits of belonging to the Chamber. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 07-15 | Listen to the Music of Littleague | Woodland Park Public Library | 3 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Julie Wood-Wilson at 687-9281 x137 or visit: More Information |
| | Learn about science, math, going to the dentist and more to the hip-hop sounds of the Littleleague! Sponsored by: Rampart Library District |
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| 07-16 | CASA 411 Night | Prudential Building, 240 E. Hwy 24, Woodland Park | 5:30 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: RoseMary Jaramillo at 447-9898 x1008 or visit: More Information |
| | CASA volunteers are an amazing force for good, but more are badly needed. Find out how you can make a lifelong difference for an abused or neglected child at this informative gathering in Woodland Park. No experience is necessary. For additional information or to RSVP, please call RoseMary Jaramillo at 447-9898, ext. 1008 Sponsored by: |
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| 07-17 | Film Friday | Woodland Park Public Library | 1 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Kristen Baldwin at 687-9281 x134 or visit: More Information |
| | Bring a friend and a lunch or snack and join us for a matinee movie. We provide coffee and lemonade! Sponsored by: Rampart Library District |
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07-18 to
07-19 | Marigreen Pines Tour | Marigreen Pines | 9AM-3PM by reservation only |
| | For more information, contact: Beth Dodd at 719-686-7512 or visit: More Information |
| | DON'T BE DISAPPOINTED, GET YOUR TICKETS NOW BEFORE THEY SELL OUT
When driving up Ute Pass ever wonder what is hidden behind the rock wall in Cascade? Marigreen Pines,home of the Holy Cross Novitiate and a showcase of old world craftsmanship and history, is open to the public only once every three years. Since space is limited and this tour is always a sell-out, The Ute Pass Historical Society suggests you order tickets now so as not to be disappointed.
Contact UPHS at 719-686-7512 or uphs@qwestoffice.net to order tickets.
Sponsored by: Ute Pass Historical Society |
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| 07-18 | Discover Victor, City of Mines | Victor | 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Ruth Zalewski at 719-689-5509 or visit: More Information |
| | Saturday, July 18 the Lake George Gem & Mineral Club (LGGMC), will host a program that includes a one-hour presentation and two-hour guided tour of the Victor area to benefit the Victor Lowell Thomas Museum. There will be two sessions for the event on July 18 – one at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. This is a great opportunity to learn about Victor’s gold rush history from Steven Veatch, a well-known geologist, historian and author.
The presentation, which will be held at the Victor Community Center at Second and Portland Avenue in Victor, will be about one hour long, followed by a guided two-hour tour, packed with information, through the Victor area historic sites. Carpooling will be required. The cost for the event is $10 per person, including handouts. Please reserve your space by calling 719-689-5509. The LGGMC is donating all the proceeds of this event to the Victor Lowell Thomas Museum’s building restoration fund. This 50-year old museum houses gold rush era history in downtown Victor.
The LGGMC study group this year chose to delve into the little-known facts of Victor’s amazing history, the famous mines on Battle Hill that made Victor famous, and investigate to remarkable minerals of the mining district.
Sponsored by: Lake George Gem and Mineral Club |
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07-20 to
07-24 | Mountain View United Methodist Church Vacation Bible School | 1101 Rampart Range Rd. Woodland Park | 9:00 am-12 noon |
| | For more information, contact: Church Office at 687-3868 or visit: More Information |
| | "Kingdom of the Son: A Prayer Safari" for children from age 3 through fifth grade. Come get WILD about Jesus as we explore, experience and discover the Lord's Prayer through skits, crafts, snacks, music, games and recreation. Sponsored by: Children's Ministry of the church |
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| 07-21 | Business After Hours - WP Auto Parts - NAPA | 300 S. Laurel | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 |
| | Business After Hours networking event for all Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce members. Sponsored by: WP Auto Parts - NAPA & Banana Belt & Pikes Peak Polaris |
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| 07-21 | How to Host Successful Special Events & Fundraisers | Woodland Park Public Library | 10 a.m. to 12 noon |
| | For more information, contact: Lynn Harrison at 687-9281 x103 or visit: More Information |
| | Put the FUN back in FUNdraising with a special event that will motivate new and old donors alike! Join Ben and Jamie Caperton of Charitable Treasures for this free program at the Woodland Park Public Library! Call to register 687-9281 x103. Sponsored by: Rampart Library District & T.H.E Coalition |
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| 07-22 | Inspector Magic | Woodland Park Public Library | 10:15 a.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Woodland Park Public Library at 687-9281 x137 or visit: More Information |
| | He has been captivating audiences big and small, young and old with fast-paced comical magical entertainment for over 20 years. Sponsored by: Rampart Library District |
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| 07-27 | 2009 Tourism Golf Challenge | The Country Club of Colorado | 1:30 PM Shotgun Start |
| | For more information, contact: Tom Schwagart at 719-685-7627 or visit: More Information |
| | Join the Colorado Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau for this 18-hole golf tournament at The Country Club of Colorado at Cheyenne Mountain Resort. Registration fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart, driving range balls, cookout, gift bag and top team prizes! Register today and support Colorado tourism!
$200 per person for Members
$250 per person for Non-members
Sponsorship Opportunities Still Available: $100 Hole Sponsorship! Sponsored by: Gray Line |
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| 07-30 | Beth Epley - Simple as a Giggle | Woodland Park Public Library & Florissant Library | 10 a.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Julie Wood-Wilson at 687-9281 x137 or visit: More Information |
| | You will meet up with Chuck Chuckle and his pal, Charley Horse as they create great fun from nothing at all. Get ready for action, songs, stories, wibbles, and lots of giggles with Beth Epley. (WP at 10 a.m., Florissant Library at 11:15 a.m.) Sponsored by: Rampart Library District |
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| 07-31 | End of Summer Reading Celebration | Woodland Park Public Library | 10 a.m.-1 p.m |
| | For more information, contact: Julie Wood-Wilson at 687-9281 x137 or visit: More Information |
| | Please join us in celebrating the end of our summer reading program! Games, crafts, music, food, face painting, and a special visit by Mr. Ron and his critter friends from the Mountain Aire Reptile Rescue! Sponsored by: Rampart Library District |
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07-31 to
08-01 | Teller County Relay for Life | Kavanaugh Field | 07;00 PM |
| | For more information, contact: Cindy Weiss at 719-630-6543 or visit: More Information |
| | The Relay for Life is celebrating raising money and awareness for cancer research for 25 years! For the past 11 years Teller residents have been holding a relay in Woodland Park. This year there will be music, food and game booths and lots of fun all night long.
Come out, support your neighbors and enjoy an evening in Woodland Park.
Bring the family for the opening ceremony at 7:00 PM, stick around and play some games. At 9:30 PM will be a memorial ceremony that is moving and special. Decorate a luminaria bag that night or stop by the Farmer's Market every Friday and purchase one there. All proceeds benefit The American Cancer Society.
Sponsored by: The American Cancer Society |
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08-01 to
08-02 | Mt. Arts Festival | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 10 am - 5 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Carolyn Dimig at 719-686-7469 |
| | Applications for the 24th Mt. Arts Festival to be held Aug. 1 & 2. This is a fine arts juried show accepting applications until May 1, 2009 Sponsored by: Mountain Artists |
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08-01 to
08-02 | 5th Annual Critter Fest at the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resou | RMDRC 24Hwy & S. Fairview St. Woodland Park, CO 80863 | 10:00am - 3:00pm |
| | For more information, contact: Alan Patton at 719-686-1820 x111 or visit: More Information |
| | Adopt a Rescue Animal and Get Free Admission to the RMDRC! Bring the family out for some real “live” entertainment at Critter Fest 2009, Saturday August 1st and Sunday August 2nd from 10 am – 3 pm. This event will bring together animal rescue, rehabilitation and protection groups and other animal organizations from around Colorado to present valuable information to the public.
This year we have over 20 animal rehabilitation groups, protection groups and other organizations outside the museum FREE to the public including Rocky Mountain Wildlife Foundation (Wolf Rescue), Dreampower, Chinese Sharpei, Colorado Greyhound Adoptions, Mile High Weimaraner Rescue, TCRAS, Colorado Reptile Humane Society, Colorado Pug Rescue, Peke and Pom Rescue, Florissant Fossil Beds, Cheyenne Mountain Zoomobile, The Flash and Thelma Memorial Hedgehog Rescue and many more.
Our guest speakers will be held in the RMDRC marine area inside the museum. Guest speakers include Jeanne McElderry from Garden of the Gods speaking on “Bats”, Rocky Mountain Wildlife Foundation speaking on “Wolves”, Colorado Reptile Humane Society, Colorado Division Of Wildlife speaking on “Gardening With Wildlife”, Colorado Springs Utilities speaking on “Raptor Protection”,The Flash and Thelma Memorial Hedgehog Rescue and more. Lectures are free with paid museum admission. RMDRC members are free.
The Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center is located at 24 Hwy & S. Fairview “At the Palm Trees” in beautiful downtown Woodland Park. For additional information contact call 719-686-1820 or visit our website at www.rmdrc.com
Sponsored by: RMDRC |
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| 08-06 | Chamber Lunch and Learn Series | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 or visit: More Information |
| | Please join us for our Chamber Lunch and Learn Series. Add a tool each month to your "Business Survival Tool Kit". Lunch is provided. Cost is $15.00. Please RSVP to Chamber Office.
August 6: HSA's (Health Savings Accounts) What, Why and How - presented by George Martin, President of Benefit Resources. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 08-07 | Hot Fun In The Summertime Sock Hop & Dance Contest | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 7:00 PM |
| | For more information, contact: Val Carr at 719-686-8228 or visit: More Information |
| | Rockin’ Summer Sock-Hop & Dance Contest. Baby boomer sounds of rock & roll, soul, blues, and jazz vocal arrangements in a dance format. Ute Pass Cultural Center, Woodland Park, CO. Free admission. Contact: 719-686-8228. www.rampartrocknjazz.com Sponsored by: Rampart Rock'n Jazz |
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| 08-08 | Vino and Notes, Jazz, Food and Wine Festival | Memorial Park, Woodland Park | 1:00 to 7:00 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Jamie Caperton at 719-686-7775 or visit: More Information |
| | Join us for Vino and Notes, Jazz, Food and Wine Festival in Memorial Park, Woodland Park. Lots of music, food, vendors and of course WINE! $20 per person with first 500 participants receiving a commemorative event glass. Sponsored by: Charitable Treasures |
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| 08-08 | Teller Senior Coalition Annual Gala | Shining Mountain Golf Club | 7PM to 11PM |
| | For more information, contact: Cheryl Shoemaker at 687-3330 or visit: More Information |
| | Join us on Friday evening August 8, 2009 from 7PM to 11PM at the Shining Mtn. Golf Club for our annual gala party! Enjoy dancing to Tom Munch and the Atomic fireballs, yummy food, a cash bar, prize drawings, and a live auction featuring special items for "Your Personal Mountain Paradise"! Sponsored by: Teller Senior Coalition |
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| 08-08 | WOODLAND MUSIC SERIES | UTE PASS CULTURAL CENTER | 10:45AM |
| | For more information, contact: Debbie Pinello at 719-687-5284 or visit: More Information |
| | "SHADES OF BLUE" - Blues & Jazz featuring Rissman, Uvegas, Braitwaite, Woodland Park Wind Symphony "Swing Factory" and Channel Cats. FREE. Outside "On the Green". Following the Mayor's Cup awards. Sponsored by: I.R.E.A./Shining Mountain Golf/City of Woodland Park |
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| 08-08 | 20th Annual Mayor | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 8:00 a.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Cindy Keating at 719-687-5225 or visit: More Information |
| | Runners and walkers who like a challenge will enjoy this unique course at 8,500' through Woodland Park. Run or walk on paved road through the rolling wooded country side along Rampart Range Road, Kelley's Road and the Centennial Trail. Kids, 2-6+ years old, are encouraged to participate in the Free Kids Fun Run: 2-3 years old 50 yards, 4-5 years old 100 yards, 6+ years old half mile. Sponsored by: Opportunities Available, contact Parks and Recreation |
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| 08-11 | Partner 101 Orientation | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 10:00 am |
| | For more information, contact: Debbie Miller at 687-9885 |
| | Orientation for new and potential members of the Greater Woodland Park Chamber. Learn how to utilize to your best advantage the multiple added value benefits of belonging to the Chamber. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 08-12 | TOUCH-A-TRUCK 9th Annual | Meadow Wood Sports Complex | 10:00 - 12:00 |
| | For more information, contact: Nicol Houghland at 719-687-5873 or visit: More Information |
| | On Wednesday August 12th...Come Climb and Crawl on a dozen BIG trucks and emergency vehicles! This is a free event and is growing every year! Vehicles you can expect are: Bearcat Armored Vehicle, Fire Engines, Ambulance, Dump Trucks, Snow Plow, Street Sweeper, Police Car, Back hoe, School Bus, and more! Directions: On west Hwy 24, turn north onto Hwy 67 in Woodland Park, turn west (left) on Evergreen Heights, Meadow Wood Sports Complex is approximately 1/2 mile on the right side. Call Nicol Houghland at 719-687-5873 for more information Sponsored by: The Resource Exchange & The City of Woodland Park |
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| 08-18 | Business After Hours - Coldwell Banker Building | 18401 E. Highway 24 | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 |
| | Business After Hours networking event for all Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce members. Sponsored by: Coldwell Banker Building |
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08-18 to
08-19 | AARP Driver Safety | Woodland Park Public Library | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Anne Knowles at 687-9281 x104 or visit: More Information |
| | A Driving Refresher Course for Drivers 50+ who want to improve their driving skills and avoid traffic violations.
Refine your existing skills and develop safe, defensive driving techniques
Cost: AARP members cost $12 (must show card) Non-AARP members $14. Completing this course may qualify you for lower insurance rates!
Sponsored by: Rampart Library District |
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| 09-03 | Chamber Lunch and Learn Series | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 or visit: More Information |
| | Please join us for our Chamber Lunch and Learn Series. Add a tool each month to your "Business Survival Tool Kit". Lunch is provided. Cost is $15.00. Please RSVP to Chamber Office.
September 3: Worksite Wellness 101 presented by Jane Enger with Teller County Public Health. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 09-08 | Partner 101 Orientation | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 10:00 am |
| | For more information, contact: Debbie Miller at 687-9885 |
| | Orientation for new and potential members of the Greater Woodland Park Chamber. Learn how to utilize to your best advantage the multiple added value benefits of belonging to the Chamber. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 09-12 | WOODLAND MUSIC SERIES | UTE PASS CULTURAL CENTER | 10:00AM |
| | For more information, contact: Debbie Pinello at 719-687-5284 or visit: More Information |
| | "BIG BAND BASH" featuring the Bill Emery Big Band, Woodland Park Wind Symphone Jazz Ensemble and the Little Big Band. FREE Outside "On the Green". Sponsored by: I.R.E.A./Shining Mountain Golf/City of Woodland Park |
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| 09-15 | Business After Hours - Tweeds | 106 Village Terrace | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 |
| | Business After Hours networking event for all Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce members. Sponsored by: Tweeds |
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09-18 to
09-19 | 12th Annual Rocky Mountain OktoberfestPlus | Ute Pass Cultural Center | Friday 5:00 - 10:00 pm / Saturday 11:00 - 7:00 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Sue or Debbie at 687-9885 |
| | 12th Annual Rocky Mountain Oktoberfest - NEW LOCATION!!!! This year we will be at the Ute Pass Cultural Center and Green. Live German music, German beer, wine & brats, craft vendors and kids games and MORE. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 09-26 | Show, Tell & Sell | Woodland Park Public Library | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Rita Randolph at 687-9281 x132 or visit: More Information |
| | Come to the Annual Used Book sale and pick up great bargains on books, audio books, and videos! Check out crafters, collectors and artisans demonstrating their skills or showing their collections throughout the library! Many items for sale. Sponsored by: Rampart Library District |
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| 10-01 | Chamber Lunch and Learn Series | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 or visit: More Information |
| | Please join us for our Chamber Lunch and Learn Series. Add a tool each month to your "Business Survival Tool Kit". Lunch is provided. Cost is $15.00. Please RSVP to Chamber Office.
October 1: Business Entity Formation presented by William Moller of The Moller Law Group. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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10-02 to
10-31 | Cripple Creek Melodrama | Butte Theater - Cripple Creek | 1 and 7 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Mickey Burdick at 719-689-3247 or visit: More Information |
| | The Lost Soul of Cripple Creek - Oct. 2-31, a melodrama adapted from the 1867 Victorian melodrama Lost in London by Watts Phillips. This new adaptation tells the story of a poor Cripple Creek miner who journeys to Denver to reclaim his wife and to have his vengeance on the villain who stole her. It is a thrilling story of honor, revenge, and enduring love, even from beyond the grave. The show will be followed by an al new Halloween Olio.
Tickets: $15.75 Adult; $13.75 Senior; $9.75 Children; $12.75 for groups of 20+
See butteroperahouse.com for schedule and to buy tickets.
Sponsored by: City of Cripple Creek |
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| 10-13 | Partner 101 Orientation | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 10:00 am |
| | For more information, contact: Debbie Miller at 687-9885 |
| | Orientation for new and potential members of the Greater Woodland Park Chamber. Learn how to utilize to your best advantage the multiple added value benefits of belonging to the Chamber. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 10-20 | Business After Hours - Security Title Guaranty Co. | 150 Morning Sun Drive, # 100 | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 |
| | Business After Hours networking event for all Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce members. Sponsored by: Security Title Guaranty Co. |
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| 11-05 | Chamber Lunch and Learn Series | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 or visit: More Information |
| | Please join us for our Chamber Lunch and Learn Series. Add a tool each month to your "Business Survival Tool Kit". Lunch is provided. Cost is $15.00. Please RSVP to Chamber Office.
November 5: Manager Tune-Up: Strengths and Strageties presented by Dana Rodenbaugh with Pikes Peak Workforce Center. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 11-10 | Partner 101 Orientation | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 10:00 am |
| | For more information, contact: Debbie Miller at 687-9885 |
| | Orientation for new and potential members of the Greater Woodland Park Chamber. Learn how to utilize to your best advantage the multiple added value benefits of belonging to the Chamber. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 11-12 | Chamber Fall Business Expo | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 5:00 - 7:30 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 |
| | Check out over 35 local Chamber businesses and see what they have to offer. Public welcome! Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 11-17 | Business After Hours - Stillwater Financial Group of Waterst | 700 W. Highway 24, Suite A | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 |
| | Business After Hours networking event for all Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce members. Sponsored by: Stillwater Financial Group of Waterstone Mortgage & Edge The Salon |
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11-27 to
12-31 | A Cripple Creek Christmas Carol | Butte Theater - Cripple Creek | 1 and 7 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Mickey Burdick at 719-689-3247 or visit: More Information |
| | A Cripple Creek Christmas Carol - Nov. 27-Dec. 31
A Cripple Creek Christmas Carol, a favorite holiday happening in Cripple Creek was first played in Cripple Creek in 2002 and is based on the classic by Charles Dickens.
Tickets: $12.75 Adult; $10.75 Senior; $7.75 Children; $9.75 for groups of 20-plus.
Sponsored by: City of Cripple Creek |
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| 12-03 | Chamber Lunch and Learn Series | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 or visit: More Information |
| | Please join us for our Chamber Lunch and Learn Series. Add a tool each month to your "Business Survival Tool Kit". Lunch is provided. Cost is $15.00. Please RSVP to Chamber Office.
December 3: Pikes Peak Sustainable Business Network presented by Eric Cefus, Director of Catamount Institute. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 12-05 | Lighter Side of Christmas Parade | Highway 24 from Taco Bell to Prudential | 6:00 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Gayle Gross at 686-5250 or visit: More Information |
| | The annual Christmas Parade will celebrate the third year of giving with Charitable Treasures Workshop as the beneficiary. The 2009 parade features 45 groups/floats decorated with lights for the theme: Star-Studded Christmas. For your application to enter a float in the parade, visit charitabletreasuresworkshop.org Plan your evening at the parade, which begins at 6 p.m. and follow up with the annual tree lighting for the City of Woodland Park at the Ute Pass Cultural Center. Santa will be on hand for photos. If the night is cold, plan to stand next to one of ten "Warm Your Bum Fires" sponsored by Northeast Teller Fire during the parade. Two announcement stands will be set up, one at Pine and 24 compliments of the Shriners, the other at Fairview and 24 compliments of the City. Sponsored by: Lighter Side of Christmas Parade Committee and the City of Woodland Park |
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| 12-05 | Lighter Side of Christmas Parade | Highway 24 from Taco Bell to Prudential | 6:00 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Gayle Gross at 686-5250 or visit: More Information |
| | The annual Christmas Parade will celebrate the third year of giving with Charitable Treasures Workshop as the beneficiary. The 2009 parade features 45 groups/floats decorated with lights for the theme: Star-Studded Christmas. For your application to enter a float in the parade, visit charitabletreasuresworkshop.org Plan your evening at the parade, which begins at 6 p.m. and follow up with the annual tree lighting for the City of Woodland Park at the Ute Pass Cultural Center. Santa will be on hand for photos. If the night is cold, plan to stand next to one of ten "Warm Your Bum Fires" sponsored by Northeast Teller Fire during the parade. Two announcement stands will be set up, one at Pine and 24 compliments of the Shriners, the other at Fairview and 24 compliments of the City. Sponsored by: Lighter Side of Christmas Parade Committee and the City of Woodland Park |
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| 12-08 | Business After Hours - Vectra Bank Colorado | 361 W. Highway 24 | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. |
| | For more information, contact: Sue Griswold at 687-9885 |
| | Business After Hours networking event for all Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce members. Sponsored by: Vectra Bank Colorado |
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| 12-08 | Partner 101 Orientation | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 10:00 am |
| | For more information, contact: Debbie Miller at 687-9885 |
| | Orientation for new and potential members of the Greater Woodland Park Chamber. Learn how to utilize to your best advantage the multiple added value benefits of belonging to the Chamber. Sponsored by: Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce |
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| 12-13 | Christmas Choral Festival For The Kids | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 3:00 PM |
| | For more information, contact: Val Carr at 719-686-8228 or visit: More Information |
| | Rampart Rock’n Jazz (RRJ) presents a fun afternoon of singing and holiday cheer. RRJ dresses in holiday costumes and blends its Rock & Roll style to the traditional holiday songs with the addition of some Rock & Roll holiday favorites. Additional performers will also appear. A sing-along will bring the audience joy and sharing in this holiday event. Free admission, but donations are welcome! 12/13/09 at 3:00 PM – Ute Pass Cultural Center, Woodland Park, CO Call (719) 686-8228 for more information or www.rampartrocknjazz.com.
POC: Val Carr (719) 686-8228
Sponsored by: Rampart Rock'n Jazz |
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| 04-24 | KIDSFEST 11th Annual | Ute Pass Cultural Center | 9:00 - 12:00 |
| | For more information, contact: Nicol Houghland at 719-687-5873 |
| | There is so much to see and do at this children's festival! Visit the game area, discovery zone & art area. Over 20 booths; every booth has information, activity or freebie! On stage performances: Dana's Dance, Cedar Mountain Music, Inspector Magic performs his Storytelling Magic Show! Come see what programs & services are available for early childhood in our community! FREE event! Sponsored by: The Resource Exchange & Ute Pass Kiwanis |
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