Tuesday, Oct.11
The Green Mountain Falls Planning Commission will meet on Oct. 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the GMF Town Hall.
Wednesday, Oct. 12
Wellness Walk. Scheduled for Oct. 12 at the Garden of the Gods Visitor Center at 9 a.m. Meet at the upper level and choose a one, two or three-mile hike. Maps are available. Healthy living tips and mindfulness exercises to enhance your walk. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water. Free admission.
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Fire Prevention Week. The Divide Fire Department is hosting an open house for Fire Prevention Week on Wednesday, Oct 12 from 5-8 p.m. Another event is scheduled for Saturday Oct 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 719-666-8811. . .
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Thursday, Oct. 13
TOPS. Take Off Pounds Sensibly- Meets every Thursday morning at 9 am in the basement of Church in the Wildwood 10585 Ute Pass Ave, Green Mountain Falls, CO 80819. Affordable, effective weight-loss support.
The Teller County Commissioners will meet on Oct 13 at 9:15 a.m. in the Centennial Building in Cripple Creek. The meeting is available in-person and on Zoom.
The Woodland Park Planning Commission will meet on Oct. 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the city council chambers, next to city hall. The meeting is available in-person and on Zoom.
Friday, Oct. 14
Don’t Miss Young Frankenstein. Scheduled from now through Oct. 30 at the Butte Theater in Cripple Creek. Comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily film into a brilliant stage creation…Young Frankenstein! Frederick Frankenstein, Grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, inherits his family’s estate in Transylvania. With the help of a hunchbacked sidekick, Igor, and a leggy lab assistant, Inga, Frederick finds himself in the mad scientist shoes of his ancestors. Every bit as relevant to audience members who will remember the original as it will be to newcomers, Young Frankenstein has all the of panache of the screen sensation with a little extra theatrical flair added. Young Frankenstein is scientifically proven, monstrously good entertainment. For more information, call 719-689-6402 or visit the city of Cripple Creek’s tourism website.
Saturday, Oct. 15
Local Author Showcase. Local Authors talking about their book at the Woodland Park Public Library. This annual event is scheduled for Oct. 15 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. The authors will answer questions about their process. Some self-published and others small press published or large press published. For more information, call 719-687-9281×103.
Upcoming
State of the County Breakfast. Hosted by the Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce, this annual event is scheduled for Oct. 17 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Ute Pass Cultural Center. The event sponsor is Newmont. Teller County Commission Chairman Dan Williams will be the keynote speaker. Make reservations by Oct. 12 at the chamber’s website.
Election Ballots. Election ballots for the Nov. 8 election will be mailed out to registered, active voters, starting on Nov. 17. For more information, visit the Teller County government’s website. Check regular election updates in TMJ News.
Trunk or Treat. Bring all the goblins and ghouls to a frightfully fun time in Cripple Creek. Appropriate costumes are suggested because everything will be outdoors. Munchkins, ghosts, dragons, and witches and warlocks will be crawling, skipping, and slithering their way through the maze of decorated vehicles. Don’t miss the excitement from 5:00-7:00 PM on Halloween night. Trunks will be set up on 1st Street south of Bennett Ave, and along Masonic Ave, next to the Parks & Rec Building. Families, businesses, and clubs are invited to decorate your trunk and enter to win a prize in specific categories. Cash donations are also being collected to help with the candy purchase. For more information or to register your space, contact the Cripple Creek Parks and Recreation Department – 719-689-3514.Additional Halloween activities will be taking place in Victor, Oct 30th & 31st. Visit their event webpage for more details. Contact Cripple Creek Parks & Recreation Department for more details about the event or to reserve a car/booth space – 719-689-3514.
