The Community Services Department provides a variety of programs and services that are valued by our residents and enhance the quality of life in El Paso County.
Executive Director: Tim Wolken
Telephone: (719) 520-7529
Fax: (719)520-6389
Location:
2002 Creek Crossing St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Email:
TimWolken@elpasoco.com
Join us for Bear Creek’s 4th Annual 3K Bear Run; a silly, charity fun run and walk for a cause. All new runners receive a bear suit to wear during the run and to keep! Returning runners can dust off their suit and register at a discounted rate. Come early for pre-run festivities! Embellish your costume for a chance to win great…
The El Paso County Fairgrounds hosts the annual Haunted Fall Fest from 1 to 8 p.m., on Saturday, Oct. 27, with events and entertainment for the entire family, including hay rides, maze, Trick-or-Treating, live music, chili dinner and bull riding. What: Haunted Fall Fest Where: El Paso County Fairgrounds When: Saturday, October 27th, 2018…
The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will host a community open house to present the draft 2019 – 2021 Action Plan that will guide the efforts of the Council over the next three years. The event is 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 23, at the Pikes Peak Regional Development Center located at 2880…
VIDEO: El Paso County’s Veterans Service Office honored Victor M. Fernandez on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018 as the Veteran of the Year. Among other El Paso County Community endeavors, Fernandez has been the driving force behind the establishment of the Pikes Peak National Veterans Cemetery. “The idea of Veteran of the Year was suggested by…
El Paso County’s Fountain Creek Nature Center and Bear Creek Nature Center announce the events and activities for October 2018 which includes: ducks, gnomes, Webelos Scouts, Harvest Festival, pumpkin carving and annual Jack-O-Lantern trail. Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817 719-520-6745, www.ElPasoCountyNatureCenters.com Nature Adventures: Sensational Seeds Thursday, Oct.…
El Paso County Parks to host several events in October including a Cornhole tournament at Black Forest Regional Park. Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day Saturday, October 6, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. At Fox Run Regional Park El Paso County Parks, Medicine Wheel and Cafe Velo wants you to join them for National…
El Paso County is proud to be one of the many partners for the 5th annual Creek Week, being held Saturday, Sept. 29 to Sunday, Oct. 7. On Thursday, the Board of El Paso County Commissioners unanimously approved a proclamation encouraging residents to participate in one of the nearly 40 cleanups and maintenance events scheduled…
Colorado State University Extension offers Plant Fall Bulbs for Spring Bloom. Bulbs planted in fall are a great source of early spring blooms. Come learn the lowdown on what to buy, where to plant, how to plant and the best ways to care for tulips, daffodils and crocus. Class will also include information on some…
Fountain Creek Nature Center Craft Fair Saturday, November 10 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Booth $40: (donation benefits Friends of El Paso County Nature Centers) Booth size: 6 feet wide x 5 feet deep Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817 Contact: 719-520-6745 or poeconn@gmail.com Deadline to register: October 20.
Colorado State University Extension presents Pickling Technique Class Featuring Okra. If you love pickled vegetables and relish, come learn to make your own. You will learn to safely water bath can pickles, relish and chutney. This is a hands-on workshop where you will water bath can a jar of farm fresh okra to take home…
