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Penrose-St. Francis Community Blood Drives
776-5822Get Involved
walk-in and appointment blood donation opportunities at the Blood Bank and at locations throughout town through the mobile bank. Visit the Web site for locations and dates.
Bob Penkhus Blood Drive
Fri., Nov. 20, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.Get Involved
a Twilight Saga-themed drive with the chance to get free movie tickets and movie posters to New Moon.
Suicide Awareness Day
Sat., Nov. 21, 1:30 p.m. 573-7447Get Involved
a lecture about the warning signs of suicide and how to talk to someone considering it at this program, which will also feature the story of a survivor who lost someone to suicide. Free
Food for Fines
Get Involvedthe library has extended the program through Nov. 21, and will continue to collect non-perishable food items in lieu of fines. Patrons can clear new and standing fines at one food item per fine. Donations go to Historic Community Congregational Church of Manitou Springs' sponsored pantry.
Leaf Drop-Off Locations
385-5934Get Involved
safe deposit sites for leaves to be properly composted by the city. Residents are asked not to sweep leaves and yard debris into streets or drainage areas, causing clogs in storm water inlets. Leaves will be accepted at the City Transit Depository (1845 S. Hancock Expressway) Nov. 14 and 21 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. as well as at Wasson Park (corner of Circle Drive and Constitution Avenue) on Nov. 12. Only leaves accepted.
No-Camping Ordinance Council Meeting
Mon., Nov. 23, 1 p.m.Get Involved
an informal session (not for vote) reading the city attorney's draft for a No-Camping Ordinance.
Buy Nothing/Do Something Day
Fri., Nov. 27, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.Get Involved
as Black Friday alternative, a Volunteer Open House and Leftovers Potluck hosted by the Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission. RSVP to Steve at director@ppjpc.org. Free
Adam's Mountain Holiday Bazaar
Mon., Nov. 30, 3-8 p.m.Get Involved
a sale of sustainable and world-conscious products from fair-trade companies including host Yobel Market, a local organization that purchases jewelry and chocolate from Ugandan villages and other countries. Other local vendors will offer wine tastings, organic food and holiday gifts.
World AIDS Day 2009 Observance
Tue., Dec. 1, 5 p.m. 574-5435Get Involved
a series of speakers presenting updates on the fight against AIDS, firsthand experiences living with AIDS and a candlelight ceremony. Free AIDS testing available from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. that day in the Public Safety Building Training Room.
World AIDS Day Recognition and Remembrance Service
Tue., Dec. 1, 6:30-7:30 p.m. 229-1687Get Involved
an evening service hosted by the Southern Colorado AIDS Project and Pikes Peak Metropolitan Community Church, featuring a reception and a look at an AIDS Awareness exhibit and the AIDS Memorial Quilt. Free
Springs Rescue Mission Food Drive
Through Dec. 25Get Involved
drop off non-perishable food items at all participating members of the Old Colorado City Association and area Safeway stores to help needy local families. SRM will also collect perishable items such as turkeys and meats (visit the Web site for details) and monetary donations.
Give Peas a Chance! Drive
Get Involveda donation drive for the Marian House collecting most needed items such as: white tube socks, coffee, sugar, canned corn, tomatoes and green beans. Items can also be dropped off in the same building at Rainy Days Silkscreen Studio.
Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority Citizen Advisory Committee
Application deadline: Jan. 5 471-7080Get Involved
is seeking a citizen-at-large member, to help present recommendations to the PPRTA Board of Directors concerning budget, contracts and projects. The committee meets once a month. Applicants should send a letter of intent and a brief résumé to Pikes Peak RTA Citizen Advisory Committee, PPACG, 15 S. Seventh St., Colo., Spgs., CO, 80905, Attn. Rick Sonnenburg.
