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BUSINESS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Fountain-Fort Carson Lions Club to hold spaghetti dinner
The Fountain-Fort Carson Community Lions Club is holding a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, July 28, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 101 N. Main St., Fountain, before the Main Street Blast.
The dinner will be served from 5-7 p.m. The cost is $5 per plate which includes spaghetti, meatballs, salad, breadsticks and drink.
The FFCCLC is a non-profit group which raises money to help pay for eye exams and eyeglasses for Fountain youngsters whose families otherwise could not afford them as well as many other things to help the community.
“Start your blast night off with a great dinner and help a great cause at the same time,” said FFCCLC President Debbie Messersmith. “All the money raised goes to help people in the Fountain Ft. Carson community.”

Fall Festival forms available
The Fountain Valley Chamber of Commerce has chosen “Fiesta in the Valley” as the theme for this year’s 38th Annual Fall Festival on Labor Day.
A variety of entertainment is planned at Metcalfe Park, following the pancake breakfast to benefit Dollars for Scholars, and the parade.
Booth and parade entries are still being accepted and are available at the Chamber office, 114 N. Main St., Fountain. Call 382-3190 for more info.
Volunteers are needed- call the Chamber office.

CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church news
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, Leta at Main in Security, is taking appointments for pictures for a new Church Directory. Sign up in the church nartex and families will receive a free portrait.
Old Testament persons will be highlighted in Rev. Tom Barlow’s sermons during the coming weeks. Come on Saturday at 6 p.m. to Real Life Worship and meet “Adam and Eve”.
Traditional worship will be at 9 a.m. on Sun., Aug. 5. Special music will be a violin solo by Vanda Skadden.
Each worship service provides “Children’s Church” and includes a Fellowship Time.
A new membership class will be Aug. 5 at 2 p.m. and will be led by Rev. Barlow. Call the church office for information...392-5782.
On Tues., Aug. 7, a women’s group known as “Inner Light” will meet at 7 p.m. at the home of Sandi Vossler. Call 392-5125 for information.
A reception honoring the marriage of Martha Tierney to Robert Jackson will be held at the church on Aug. 4, from 2 p.m. to 4. All are invited.

First United Methodist Church of Fountain news
Nursery for children ages five and under is provided during worship time. Ask the usher for directions!
Regular events:
Sundays: Sunday School is at 9:15 a.m., Praise Music is at 10:15 a.m. and Worship follows at 10:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowships take place every second Sunday after the service.
Mondays: Daytime—Support Group meets at 10 a..m.
Wednesday: Evenings: Bible/Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m.
Thursdays: Choir meets at 6:30 p.m.; ‘Yak, Snack & a Prayer,’ 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Children’s Closet (first and last Saturday of the month) 9 a.m.

Resurrection Lutheran Church annual garage sale is August 4
A garage sale will take place on Sat., Aug. 4, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Resurrection Lutheran Church, 4444 Moonbeam Drive, Colorado Springs. The congregation has donated many items for sale.
Proceeds go to the mission projects of Lutheran Womens’ Missionary Projects (LWML).
Brats, hotdogs and drinks will be for sale.
For more information, contact Resurrection Lutheran at 392-7045

Faith Lutheran Church news
Parking Lot Sale
It is that time again for the Annual Church Parking Lot Sale 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sat. Aug. 4, at 315 Security Blvd..
Come in and shop many new and slightly used good things. See you there! For information call 392-5076.
Day Camp
The Annual Sunday School Day Camp will be held 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Mon. – Fri., Aug. 6 – Aug. 10 at Faith Lutheran, 315 Security Blvd., featuring the camp experience; getting closer to God and others through bible study, songs, crafts and friendship. The junior camp is for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade. The senior camp is for youth entering 7 – 12 grades, and will be held 6 – 9 p.m., Mon. – Thurs.
Don’t miss out on these excellent opportunities, all for just $15 per camper, per week. For more information call 392-5076.

Fountain Valley Baptist Church to hold family film festival Saturday
The FVBC will be hosting a free family film festival 6:30 p.m. every Sat. in Aug. at 500 W. Alabama. Come be their guest for wholesome family entertainment, free snacks and good company. Child care will be provided. There will be a different movie each night, including, “Flywheel,” and “Facing the Giants.” For information call 382-5204.

SPORTS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Cheyenne Mountain Shadow Riders to hold next in Buckle Series
Sunday, Aug. 25 - Buckle Series -- 2 judge-show - Donna Mills & Meghan Mizicko, Judges
Shows are held at the Metcalfe Park Arena in Fountain. 
Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. and show starts at 8 a.m. 
Come on out and have fun with the whole family.  Shows are kid-friendly.  For more information, call 719-382-3044.
For more information, contact Cheyenne Mountain Shadow Riders’ Treasurer at 719-382-3044.
 
Fountain Valley Senior Center 6th Annual Golf Tourney is Sept. 8
Come out to the Valley Hi Golf course and golf for a good cause. All of the proceeds donated will benefit the Fountain Valley Senior Center.
The annual tournament will be held Saturday, Sept. 8, at the Valley Hi Golf Course at 610 South Chelton Road, Colorado Springs. The Shotgun Start will be at 8 a.m. There will be prizes awarded for longest drive, closest to the pin, Hole in One and the 4-person scramble team event. Corporate Sponsors are still needed and are welcome to contact us for further information. Donations for Door Prizes, Gift Bags, etc. are also welcome. Please make your check payable to Fountain Valley Senior Center.
If you cannot attend, but still want to help out, a Tax Deductible Contribution to support the Senior Center is more than welcome. The Senior Center offers a variety of services including transportation, nutrition, home delivered meals for homebound seniors, fitness and wellness, arts and crafts, indoor recreation and socialization, volunteer and educational opportunities, information and referral, and health screenings.
Return your entry or contribution to the Fountain Valley Senior Center at 5745 Southmoor Drive, Fountain, CO 80817. The Seniors of our community thank you for your participation in this year’s event!
For information call 520-6471

Fountain Riding & Roping Club August Calendar of Events
The Fountain Riding & Roping club has a variety of ongoing activities available.
On Wed. Aug. 1, 6 - 9 p.m. the Board of Directors will meet at the Lorraine Community Center. Anyone who wishes to hear or share ideas on equine activities with the Club is welcome to attend.
In addition, there’s lots to do at Metcalfe Park. On Fri. 3, 17 & 31 there will be a Jackpot Barrel Race. And on Sat. 18, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. join the Club for the Wild & Wooly Trail Course. On Sat. 4, 7 - 9 p.m. bring your horse and try your skill at Jackpot Sorting, or come in every Tues. evening 7 p.m. for team Sorting.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Fountain Branch Library programs in July/August
For a complete list of library programs, visit ppld.org.
Teens on laptops
Join other teens at the Fountain Branch to check out the library’s new laptops. Play games, do homework, or just have fun with the library’s latest technology.
Mondays from noon - 4 p.m.; Wednesdays from 10 a.m. - noon; Fridays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Homeschool Lunch Bunch
Bring a sack lunch, meet other homeschooling families, and get familiar with library resources.
Wednesday, August 2 from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Toddler Time
This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1- and 2-year-old children and caregivers; Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
Storytime
Stories and more for children age 3 and older. Check your branch, or the Children’s section for storytime themes. 
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Movie Fun
Enjoy a film with free refreshments. This month’s movie is Zoom (rated PG).
Saturday, August 4 at 11 a.m.

Security Library’s Summer Reading Activity Day
Preschool through 5th grade participants of the Security Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, Get A Clue At Your Library, are invited to the summer reading program party on Thursday, August 2. All registered participants, who have read at least 2 hours, have been given an invitation to attend the party on the Widefield Community Center picnic grounds from 10:30 to noon. There will be games, prizes, crafts, face painting, temporary ‘reading’ tattoos, and refreshments. You may also visit with some community helpers while you are here.
For more information call the Children’s Reading Room at 391-3197.

Fountain Library offering Genealogy Class
Fountain Library’s Pam Owens will offer “Genealogy on the Internet” classes again at the Fountain Library from 7 to 8:30 p.m on the first Thursday of each month. The next class will be Aug. 2.  For information call 382-5347.

Come join the SpotLight Players
Always wanted to act? Or direct, or be part of a backstage crew? Want to raise money for a good cause while having a good time? Then come join the SpotLight Players!
The Spotlight Players, formerly the Parish Players, have been entertaining people in the Fountain Valley area for over 25 years and giving the proceeds to area charities. A few years ago the group moved to the Fountain Valley Community Center, who now benefits from our fundraising efforts.
The requirements are 21 years of age (minimum), available on Tuesday nights (rehearsals) and Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights during performance week and a desire to put on quality shows that will give your friends and neighbors a taste of Broadway (really!)
If interested, please call Betty @390-6220 or Dolores @392-0636. Or stop by the Fountain Valley Community Center, 5725 Southmoor Dr, Fountain, 520-6470.

Doggie Park Grand Opening at Metcalfe
The community is welcome 10 a.m., on Fri. Aug. 3 at Metcalfe Park for the new dog park grand opening. The Doggie Park was made possible by the City of Fountain Parks Dept., the City of Fountain Code Enforcement, Aquila Gas and the Cub Scouts Pack 238. Bring your dog and have fun.

God’s Pantry has shop night
God’s Pantry, 102 N. Main St. Fountain, is holding its monthly Shop Night from 10a.m. - 8 p.m. this Thurs. Aug. 2. Goody bags will be given out. Donations are always welcome. Shop Night is held the first Thursday of each month and the store is open late. For information, call 382-0643.

Healthcare reform meeting is Aug. 8
Peak Vista Community Health Centers personnel invite the community to join them on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at 4 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 219 E. Bijou Street, to hear from SB 208 Commissioners about healthcare reform in Colorado.
SB06-208 is the legislation passed in 2006 to establish a Blue Ribbon Commission for Healthcare Reform.
The Commission was created to study and establish healthcare reform models for expanding coverage and to decrease health care costs for all Colorado residents, especially for the underinsured and uninsured.
Its goal is to increase coverage and reduce cost and the Commission has adopted principles to guide its work.
For more information, call 719-630-6453. Reservations are not necessary.

Fountain Valley Democrats to meet
The Fountain Valley Democrats will meet at 6 p.m., Mon. Aug. 6, at VFW Post 3917 at 4715 Clearview Dr., Security. The meeting begins with a potluck dinner and will be followed by a guest speaker. For information call 382-1015.

Free back-to-school carnival to be held in Colorado Springs
The Kids Crossing free back-to-school carnival will be held on Friday, Aug. 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Kids Crossing, 1440 E. Fountain Blvd. (located just south of Prospect Lake).
The carnival will feature free school supplies (while supplies last), hot dogs, cotton candy, popcorn, face painting, balloon animals, bounce houses, and carnival games with prizes.
For more information, please call 632-4569 or visit the website at www.kidscrossing.com.

Country Club Heights Neighborhood Watch to hold annual picnic on Aug. 7
Country Club Heights Neighborhood Watch members invite residents to participate in the annual picnic in the park on Tuesday, August 7, from 6-8 p.m. The picnic is held in the park at Fortman and Killington, behind Janitell Jr. High and is celebrated as part of the annual National Neighbor’s Night Out. There will be pizza and hot dogs. They ask that each family bring chips, side dish or dessert to share. Come out and meet your neighbors!!
For more information, contact Ken and Karen Lippincott CCH Neighborhood Watch Area Coordinators, at 391-0695.

American Legion Back-to-school carnival is Sat.
Sons of the American Legion Squadron 38 is hosting a back to school carnival from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at American Legion Post 38, 6685 Southmoor Dr., Fountain.
The event is open to the public.
There will be carnival games for children in grades K-6 with school supplies as prizes.
“One lucky student in each grade will win a fully-loaded backpack with all needed supplies,” a spokesperson said.