<span style="font-size: 12pt;font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;font-weight: normal;">FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NEWS RELEASE

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For Further Information Contact:

Amber Garcia

City of Monte Vista

amberg@...

(719) 852-2692

�

Baseball, softball, t-ball registration through May 15

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MONTE VISTA � Registration has begun for youth baseball, softball and t-ball, and will run through May 15.

Sports include boys� baseball (ages 7-15), girls� softball (ages 7-14) and coed t-ball (ages 4-6). Registration forms are available at City Hall, 4 Chico Camino, or at www.cityofmontevista.com. Registrations will be accepted until noon on Friday, May 15. The $30 registration fee includes a cap and jersey.

Those who are interested in coaching or officiating should contact Recreation Supervisor Amber Garcia at 852-2692.

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#481

From: "Vigil, Mary" <Mary@...>
Date: Mon May 11, 2009 8:55 pm
Subject: Board of Education Vacancy

wildethyme

From: "Vigil, Mary" <Mary@...>

Sent: Monday, May 11, 2009 7:50:21 AM
Subject: Board of Education Vacancy

Hello All,

Just a reminder . . . .

The Monte Vista Board of Education is seeking applications to fill a Board vacancy. The Board would like to interview candidates on May 20^th and announce the appointment at its meeting that evening. The appointee will serve until the next regular election in November 2009.

Candidates for this temporary appointment must be registered voters who reside within the boundaries of the Monte Vista School District .

Interested individuals are invited to submit a letter no later than May 15^th stating their interest and qualifications for the position. Letters may be mailed or delivered to the Monte Vista Schools District Office, 345 East Prospect Avenue , Monte Vista, CO 81144.

Thanks,

Mary

Mary Vigil

Special Projects

Monte Vista School District C-8

345 East Prospect Ave.

Monte Vista , CO 81144

Phone (719)852-5996

Fax (719)852-6184

#482

From: Announcement <announce@...>
Date: Wed May 13, 2009 11:46 pm
Subject: News Release -- Water update

announce@...

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Press Contact:

Alisha Reis

City of Monte Vista

alishaj@...

(719) 849-3477

Water Samples Come Back Clear

Chlorination to Continue Until Notice from State

MONTE VISTA – New samples of the city water system have come back clear of a naturally occurring bacteria that led the state to mandate chlorination of the system.

The City will continue to chlorinate the water until the state Health Department gives notice that such action is no longer required. The City began adding chlorine to the water system May 9 after routine water testing showed positive results for coliform, which are bacteria naturally found in the environment.

City officials wish to thank the community of Monte Vista for its patience during the chlorination.

#483

From: Debbie Garcia <debbie.1969@...>
Date: Thu May 14, 2009 4:58 pm
Subject: KSLV invitation to businesses & organizations

Linda at KSLV wanted to let chamber members know that the chamber radio show on Wednesday mornings is available to talk about upcoming events that your business or organization is working on. Call Linda at KSLV to schedule a Wednesday.
Debbie

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#484

From: Laura Murphy <laura@...>
Date: Fri May 15, 2009 5:39 pm
Subject: Last call: Monte Vista Arts and Culture Survey

wildethyme

**The survey will close midnight, May 17**

If you live, do business, or are interested in the arts in Monte Vista, we want to hear from you as we write our 20 year plan!

The Monte Vista team for the Colorado Community Planning Program is writing a 20 year arts and cultural plan for the city of Monte Vista. One of our goals is to build an arts and culture plan that reflects our diverse people. As such, we are eager to learn what it is that interests our citizenry. We ask that you please take a few minutes of your time to fill out the following survey to invest in the future of Monte Vista.

http://www.monteart s.com/montevista artsandculturesurvey

CCPP is sponsored by Colorado Citizens for Culture, Pinnacol Assurance, Colorado Council on the Arts and the Boettcher Foundation. The other communities chosen to participate are Aurora, Cortez, Colorado Springs, Lakewood, Steamboat Springs, Glenwood Springs and Broomfield

Feel free to forward this email to everyone in the valley!
Many thanks!
Laura Murphy
VP Monte Arts Council
Team Leader MVCCPP

#485

From: crys@...
Date: Fri May 15, 2009 6:24 pm
Subject: News Release/Art in Park

wildethyme

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For Further Information Contact:

Crystal Macarenas

crys@...

Art in the Park Kicks Off Memorial Day Weekend

Event Partners with Rio Grande Scenic Railroad

Season Opening

MONTE VISTA – Art in the Park will partner with Rio Grande Scenic Railroad to open the new season Memorial Day weekend in Fullenwider Park.

The weekend, May 23-24, will kick off on Saturday at 10 a.m., with artists displaying and selling their creations. The railroad will pull its train into the Monte Vista depot at the park that morning, offering a round trip from Alamosa for $12. The event will feature speakers and games.

Art in the Park is presented by the Monte Arts Council (MAC), which hosts the event each Sunday in the summer. This year, the kick-off weekend will also include Saturday. The event is a laid-back, relaxed social and retail venue for artists and patrons. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Artists wishing to participate are welcome to join. MAC members may vend for no charge all summer. Non-members may set up for $10 per weekend. All work must be original.

Also, try the restaurants at the edge of the park – including an ice cream parlor, Italian restaurants, pizza and more.

For information on train tickets, call (877) 726-RAIL or visit www.riograndescenicrailroad.com. For more information on Art in the Park, call (719) 850-0114 or visit www.montearts.com/artinthepark.

#486

From: librarian@...
Date: Wed May 20, 2009 3:38 am
Subject: Fw: [montevistafreecycle(TM)] FREE books at Alamosa library

wildethyme

The Alamosa library has about a hundred boxes of discarded books, and are
offering them to the public for free. If you are interested in going
through any or just grabbing boxes and loading up your trunk, head on over
to the Southern Peaks Public Library and ask for Salai Taylor (head
librarian).

Phone: 719-589-6592
Email: librarian@alamosali brary.org
Location: 423 4th Street, Alamosa CO 81101

Pass it along!

#487

From: "Laura" <laura@...>
Date: Thu May 21, 2009 7:58 am
Subject: deadline approaching: Call for entries

wildethyme

Welcome! Whether you use traditional media in traditional or contemporary ways,
we hope that you will choose to join us in celebration of the traditional arts.
The SLV Folk Arts and Fiber Exhibit will open with a reception on June 27 from
5-7pm and close after the launch party for the SLV Fest. Simultaneously, the
Monte Vista Information Center will host ticket sales for the SLV Ski Hi
Stampede, Colorado's Oldest Pro Rodeo. Hundreds of people will see this
beautiful exhibit during the 4 week run�We hope you will be one of them!

The SLV Folk Arts and Fiber exhibit is open to all media, but will give
preference to the folk, self-taught, traditional arts, fine crafts and fiber
arts. The winners of the exhibit will have their works featured here (online)
for 6-12 months, so Download the prospectus or sign up online.

Important Dates:
May 23, 2009: Entry Deadline (postmark)
June 5: Notification of Acceptance June 19: Mailed work arrives
June 22: Drop off work & Install Exhibit
June 27, 5-7 PM: Opening Reception June 13-July 10: Exhibit
July 10: SLV FAFF Workshopsin Marsh Park
July 11& 12th: Festival in Marsh Park
July 14, 10AM-12PM 2009: Pick up works

July 15-20: Mail unsold works

#488

From: Monte Vista Chamber of Commerce <chamber@...>
Date: Tue May 26, 2009 9:42 pm
Subject: PSA regarding Special Mobile equipment

chamber@...

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From: Rio Grande County <riograndecounty@...>
Date: Fri, May 22, 2009 at 3:07 PM
Subject: Fw: PSA regarding Special Mobile equipment
To: chamber@...

Press Release

�

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

�

Sandy Jackson, Rio Grande CuntyClerk, has been advised by the Colorado Deptartment of Revenue, Motor Carrier Services Division, that they will be very active in our area to verify that all Special Mobile Equipment, (i.e. backhoes, excavators, loaders, graders, forklifts, etc) has been registered in the Clerk's Office.

�

If specific ownership taces have not been paid on special mobile equipment, the owner will be levied an administrative penalty in addition to the taxes due in the amount of $500 OR twice the amount of the registration fees, whichever is greater.� This penalty is levied pursuant to C.R.S. 42-3-107(17)(e)(ll) and has been in effect but not been actively pursued.

�

If you have special mobile equipment that is not currently registerd please contact the Clerk's office to correct this matter.Our Phone number is 657-3334

�

This will begin immediately.� Please pass the word!

#489

From: Laura Murphy <laura@...>
Date: Wed May 27, 2009 11:50 pm
Subject: News Release/City of Monte Vista: City to Start Mosquito Spraying Thursday

wildethyme

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For Further Information Contact:

Randy Martinez

City of Monte Vista

randym@...

(719) 852-2692

City to Start Mosquito Spraying Thursday

MONTE VISTA – Weather permitting, Public Works crews will begin spraying Thursday, May 28, against mosquitoes.

Crews will spray each Thursday through the summer, between 5 p.m. and 1 a.m. Spraying occurs within the city limits only.

Mosquito season generally runs May to September, with July and August begin peak months.

City crews will be using Biomist spray, which is virtually odorless, according to the manufacturer. Residents can assist city mosquito control efforts by eliminating standing water within their yards and regularly changing water in things like pools and bird baths.

For more information about the city mosquito control program, contact Public Works Director Randy Martinez at (719) 852-2692.

For tips on mosquito bite prevention, visit www.fightthebitecolorado.com.

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#490

From: Monte Vista Chamber of Commerce <chamber@...>
Date: Tue Jun 2, 2009 2:54 am
Subject: Fwd: Music Festival/News Release

chamber@...

Music Festival.News Release.MAC.060109.doc

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For Further Information Contact:

Fred Hargrove

raisinghranch@...

�(316) 617-9219

�

Old Spanish Trail Music Festival June 13 in Monte Vista

Seven local bands, musicians to play Chapman Park

�

MONTE VISTA � The Old Spanish Trail Music Festival kicks off its second year on Saturday, June 13, in Monte Vista, with a collection of musicians spanning multiple music flavors from jazz to rock to Spanish and Americana. The festival celebrates the cultures of the people, past and present, living along the Old Spanish National Historic Trail.

Admission is free and events run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event will be at Chapman Park, at Highway 160 and Chico Camino, across from the Alco/Jack�s Market shopping center in western Monte Vista. Several vendors will offer everything from handmade crafts to food, along with a beer garden.

Performers include:

�� Cowboy singer/songwriter Fred Hargrove, Monte Vista

11 to 11:40 a.m.

�� Just Magic, Del Norte

11:55 a.m. to 12:35 p.m.

�� Dearly Beloved, Monte Vista

12:55 to 1:25 p.m.

�� Pop/reggae/rock trio of Atomic Pork, Alamosa

1:10 to 1:40 p.m.

�� Americana storyteller/musician Fritz Davis, Red River

2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

�� Folk/jazz/pop artist Gabrielle Louise, Denver

3:55 to 5:10 p.m.

�� Spanish/country/classic rock group Indian Nickel, Romeo

5:30 to 7 p.m.

�

The Rio Grande Scenic Railroad will offer trips for the festival between Alamosa and Monte Vista. The train will depart from Alamosa at 9:30 a.m. the day of the festival and return at 2:30 p.m., then has another trip departing at 4 p.m. and returning to Alamosa at 7:30 p.m. A free shuttle will transport riders to and from the park. For more information or tickets, call 1 (877) 726-RAIL or visit www.riograndescenicrailroad.com.

�� Festival goers are encouraged to bring chairs for seating at the park.

The Old Spanish Trail Music Festival is presented by the Monte Arts Council (MAC), with major sponsors including: the City of Monte Vista, Budweiser, KRZA 88.7 FM, Alamosa Live Music Association (ALMA), and Xcel Energy.

For information, call Fred Hargrove at (316) 617-9219 or visit www.montearts.com/spanishtrailsmusicfestival.

�

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#491

From: Debbie Garcia <debbie.1969@...>
Date: Wed Jun 3, 2009 5:25 pm
Subject: Can you post this for me?

wildethyme

The Rally in the Valley Committee is looking for some sober night owls with a good sense of humor to be designated drivers on Friday, June 19th and Saturday, June 20th from 10 pm to 2 am. You do not need to commit to both dates or the entire time. The Rally Committee will also provide the vehicles. Please email me with your name, a phone number where we can reach you and the day(s) and times you would be available.

Debbie

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#492

From: "Main Copy Source" <maincopysource@...>
Date: Thu Jun 4, 2009 3:40 pm
Subject: Re: Can you post this for me?

maincopysource@...

Are they paying for these services? Or are they asking for volunteers?

----- Original Message -----

From: Debbie Garcia

To: montevistachamber@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Wednesday, June 03, 2009 11:25 AM

Subject: [MonteVistaChamber] Can you post this for me?

The Rally in the Valley Committee is looking for some sober night owls with a good sense of humor to be designated drivers on Friday, June 19th and Saturday, June 20th from 10 pm to 2 am. You do not need to commit to both dates or the entire time. The Rally Committee will also provide the vehicles. Please email me with your name, a phone number where we can reach you and the day(s) and times you would be available.

Debbie

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#493

From: Debbie Garcia <debbie.1969@...>
Date: Fri Jun 5, 2009 3:00 pm
Subject: Designated Drivers for Rally in the Valley

The Designated Driver's for the Rally in the Valley are on a volunteer basis. We are however going to announce throughout the weekend that the service will be available on a "tip your driver" basis.

Debbie

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#494

From: MonteVistaChamber@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wed Jun 10, 2009 5:57 am
Subject: Newsletter Insert Reminders, 6/24/2009, 12:00 am

MonteVistaChamber@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		MonteVistaChamber Yahoo! Group

Title:		Newsletter Insert Reminders

Date:		Wednesday June 24, 2009
Time:		All Day
Repeats:		This event repeats every third month.
Next reminder:		The next reminder for this event will be sent in 6 days, 3 minutes.
Location:		Monte Vista Information Center
Street:		947 1st Avenue
City State Zip:		Monte Vista, CO
Phone:		719-852-2731
Notes:		Please remember to bring your half page (5.5"x 8.5") inserts for inclusion in the newsletter a week before the end of the month. Call the Chamber Office at 852-2731 for more info.

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#495

From: Monte Vista Chamber of Commerce <chamber@...>
Date: Wed Jun 10, 2009 6:14 am
Subject: Please disregard : Newsletter Insert Reminders

chamber@...

Please disregard for now....

On Tue, Jun 9, 2009 at 11:57 PM, <MonteVistaChamber@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

Reminder from: � MonteVistaChamber Yahoo! Group

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Title: � Newsletter Insert Reminders

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Date: � Wednesday June 24, 2009

Time: � All Day

Repeats: � This event repeats every third month.

Next reminder: � The next reminder for this event will be sent in 6 days, 3 minutes.

Location: � Monte Vista Information Center

Street: � 947 1st Avenue

City State Zip: � Monte Vista, CO

Phone: � 719-852-2731

Notes: � Please remember to bring your half page (5.5"x 8.5") inserts for inclusion in the newsletter a week before the end of the month. Call the Chamber Office at 852-2731 for more info.

�

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#496

From: Debbie Garcia <debbie.1969@...>
Date: Thu Jun 11, 2009 3:59 pm
Subject: Vendors wanted

The Potato Festival Committee is looking for vendors. The Potato Festival is scheduled for Sat. Sept 12th at Fullenwider Park in Monte Vista. The hours of the event are tentatively from 8 AM to 4 PM. If you would like any further information, feel free to contact Debbie Garcia at 852-5700 or 580-5655.

Debbie

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#497

From: Monte Vista Chamber of Commerce <chamber@...>
Date: Thu Jun 11, 2009 3:43 pm
Subject: Fwd: The Colorado Calendar of Events would like to advertise your events at no cost to you. We are requesting your show listings for July 2009 through April 2010.

chamber@...

From: Marilee Hammer-Clifton <colorado_calendar@...>

Date: Sat, Jun 6, 2009 at 11:13 AM
Subject: The Colorado Calendar of Events would like to advertise your events at no cost to you. We are requesting your show listings for July 2009 through April 2010.
To: Mesa County Fairgrounds Grand Junction <janet.renzelman@...>, Mesa Verde County <lynnd@...>, Mesa Verde Country <justina@...>, Metro North Chamber <deborah@...>, Metro North Chamber <info@...>, Metro North Chamber <jason@...>, Michael Foothills Art Center <michael@...>, "Mike Buhler Lakewood, City of" <mikbuh@...>, "Milliken, ron Doyle" <rdoyle@...>, Mineral County Fairground Creede <info@...>, mlangston@..., MLK Rodeo & Marade <vern.howard@...>, moffat@..., Mollie McGee's Market <jansteger@...>, Monte Vista <chamber@...>, Montrose and Olathe School Districts <lgann@...>, Montrose Chamber <info@...>, Montrose Chamber <information@...>, Montrose Chamber <jessica@...>, Montrose Visual Arts Guild <montrosevisualartsguild@...>, MontrosePavillionn <michelleg@...>, Monument and more Tri Lakes Chamber <monica.osterholt@...>, Monument Tri Chamber 2 <trichamb@...>, Monument Tri-Lakes <info@...>

If you are a Promoter who has responded to this email in June of this year, please accept my apologies for sending it to you again.

�

The Colorado Calendar of Events would like to advertise your events at no cost to you.� We are requesting your show listings for July 2009 through April 2010.

�

This is Marilee Hammer, and I publish The Colorado Calendar of Events (www.ColoradoCalendar.org). ��I am looking to include your events (at no charge to you) for the time period of July 2009 through April 2010.

�

Brief Synopsis of this email:�

Information Needed:

The name of the event;
Website;
Date;
Location (city and the park or building name);
Contact phone number;
Very brief description of the event;

�

Request for Information on events for the 2009/2010 Update Colorado Calendar of Events.� Please respond by AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!
I check websites, but most do not go into 2010.� Even if you only have a TBA date for upcoming events, I can enter the event into the applicable month.
Many, many thanks for your help!

�

Full Email

Attn:� Promoters, Chambers, Convention Centers and all else:

(If you receive this in duplicate, please accept my apologies)

This is a Request for Information on your upcoming events for the time period of July 2009 through April 2010.� We will publish your events in our book, at no cost to you.

�

The information we are looking for is listed above in the brief synopsis.�

�

We have been in publishing our Calendar of Events (published in book form) since 1996, and are well known throughout the communities and state, including chambers, promoters, convention centers and vendors.� .� The Colorado Calendar of Events lists festivals, fairs, art shows, home shows, rodeos, metaphysical fairs, farmers markets, church and school craft shows, and events of all types throughout the State of Colorado.�

�

See our website:� www.ColoradoCalendar.org�

�

Please Email us any events that you have happening in your area, and if possible, please send us a direct link to your calendar of events, not just your website.� We spend many hours looking at over 1,200 websites and appreciate a little help.� It can be very confusing!

�

P.S.� If you know Event Coordinators who are looking to promote their show, please forward this email to them.

�

Thank you for your help

�

Marilee Hammer & Ricky Clifton

The Colorado Calendar of Events

1449 S. Leyden St.

Denver CO �80224

Colorado_Calendar@...

www.ColoradoCalendar.org

303 759-4257

�

PS� Please feel free to give out our phone number and web site to Vendors calling you, looking for information on events in your area! �Also, if you know Event Coordinators who are looking to promote their show, please forward this email to them.

�

Marilee Hammer
The Colorado Calendar of Events
www.ColoradoCalendar.org
303 759-4257
Colorado_Calendar@...

#498

From: "graham785" <bgraham@...>
Date: Fri Jun 12, 2009 5:20 am
Subject: Vendors Needed for Covered Wagon Days

graham785

Del Norte Covered Wagon Days is seeking Vendors for the 37th annual Covered Wagon Days event on August 1, 2009.

Art vendors are needed for the downtown location near the Historic Windsor Hotel in Del Norte.

Food vendors, as well as all other vendors, are needed in the park near the car show.

For more information, or a vendor application, please visit the delnortechamber.org web site, or call the Del Norte Chamber at 657-2845.

#499

From: Debbie Garcia <debbie.1969@...>
Date: Mon Jun 15, 2009 5:14 pm
Subject: RE: Rally in the Valley Schedule of Events and Auction List

schedule of events for rally 2009.doc

Forgot the attachment - oops
Debbie

From: debbie.1969@...
To: j_amascarenas@...; annallibby@...; alholland@...; t3stooges@...; cdoudna@...; tcb@...; citymgr@...; dkkwilk@...; hdoudna@...; bighousered@...; kandj@...; jennynehring@...; jclare@...; jkeeling@...; kellynr@...; laurie.clark@...; lweyers@...; lisarawin@...; montearts@yahoogroups.com; mrytting@...; marcie@...; mstehwien@...; mikemcneil@...; montevistachamber@yahoogroups.com; ppepper@...; roxie@...; sandyj@...; sara.gilbert.srt0@...; jinx@...; slvartsannouncements@yahoogroups.com; admin@...; traci@...
Subject: Rally in the Valley Schedule of Events and Auction List
Date: Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:13:39 -0500

Here is a scedule of events for Friday and Saturday - June 19th and 20th as well as an auction list for Friday, June 19th from 6-9 PM. Hopefully you will be able to make some or most of the events.
Debbie

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#500

From: Debbie Garcia <debbie.1969@...>
Date: Mon Jun 15, 2009 5:13 pm
Subject: Rally in the Valley Schedule of Events and Auction List

Here is a scedule of events for Friday and Saturday - June 19th and 20th as well as an auction list for Friday, June 19th from 6-9 PM. Hopefully you will be able to make some or most of the events.
Debbie

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#501

From: MonteVistaChamber@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tue Jun 16, 2009 5:56 am
Subject: Newsletter Insert Reminders, 6/24/2009, 12:00 am

MonteVistaChamber@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		MonteVistaChamber Yahoo! Group

Title:		Newsletter Insert Reminders

Date:		Wednesday June 24, 2009
Time:		All Day
Repeats:		This event repeats every third month.
Location:		Monte Vista Information Center
Street:		947 1st Avenue
City State Zip:		Monte Vista, CO
Phone:		719-852-2731
Notes:		Please remember to bring your half page (5.5"x 8.5") inserts for inclusion in the newsletter a week before the end of the month. Call the Chamber Office at 852-2731 for more info.

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#502

From: Debbie Garcia <debbie.1969@...>
Date: Thu Jun 18, 2009 3:33 pm
Subject: OCC National Guard Chopper will be on display at 4th Annual Rally in the Valley

Just got the news - The National Guard will be bringing the OCC National Guard Chopper on Saturday, June 20th. The bike will be on display at the 4th Annual Rally in the Valley/ Alibi's Sports Bar & Grill - Monte Vista.

Debbie

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#503

From: Laura Murphy <laura@...>
Date: Fri Jun 26, 2009 1:59 am
Subject: Opening Reception: "Four Seasons"

wildethyme

The SLV Folk Art and Fiber Festival will host a reception for the International Freeform Fiber Arts Guild annual exhibit, "Four Seasons" on Friday, June 26 from 5:30-7:30 at the Monte Vista Information Center, 947 1st Avenue. "Four Seasons" is an online exhibit of 52 artists from all over the world, many of whom have been published and achieved international fame for their works. The Monte Vista exhibit, which features 14 artists from the original exhibit, is a rare chance to see these works close-- a must for textural, fiber works.

"What is freeform? Freeform crochet is like painting. The hook is a brush and the yarn a paint. The result can be abstract or realistic. Freeform is original design, not a reproduction of another person's pattern, it goes beyond the realm of patterns and restrictions that usually apply toward our art. The outcome is a piece of art like no other, not only functional, but beautiful as well. Freeform includes 2-D and 3-D art, clothing and useful items."

The local exhibit will be available for viewing M-Th, 8:30-4:30 and Fridays, 10-2 through July 10. A closing reception/launch party will be for the SLV Folk Art and Fiber Festival July 10 in the same location from 6-8PM. A published book of "Four Seasons" is available online. The proceeds from the sale of the book go to Global Fund for Women.

Participating Artists

Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten
Rockaway, NJ USA

Orla Breslin
County Kerry, Ireland

Marie Castro
Guarulhos,Sao Paulo, Brazil

Kathie Cureington
Alabama, US

Margaret Hubert
Pawling, NY US

Myra Wood
Sherman Oaks, CA US

Renate Kirkpatrick
Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

Kerri Lincoln
Oneonta, NY, US

Perry Lowell
Framingham, MA, US

Prudence Mapstone
Brisbane, Queensland AUS

Sheryl Means
Richmond, TX, US

Laura Murphy
Monte Vista, CO US

Zelda Pheonix

West Salem, OH US

Susan Wolf Swartz

Highland Park, IL US

Leslie Nelle Urinyi
New Jersey, US

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#504

From: Laura Murphy <laura@...>
Date: Tue Jun 30, 2009 2:25 am
Subject: News Release: San Luis Valley Folk Arts and Fiber Festival Spins Merriment in Monte Vista

wildethyme

PRESS_Release SLVFest.docx

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For Further Information Contact:
Laura Murphy
Crys Mascarenas
admin@slvfest
(719) 850-0114
http://slvfest.com

San Luis Valley Folk Arts and Fiber Festival Spins Merriment in Monte Vista
Over forty-five artists and vendors from Southwest to
Demonstrate/retail in local event

MONTE VISTA – The third annual San Luis Valley Folk Arts and Fiber Festival, aka the SLV Fest, unspools its third year in the park on July 10, in Monte Vista, with a day of workshops in Marsh Park and a launch party at Monte Vista Information Center in the evening. The festivities return to Marsh Park on Saturday and Sunday, July 11th & 12th for two days of food, arts, crafts, demonstrations, retail, music and contests—including the crowd-pleasing favorite--wool-spinning races. The SLV Fest is a celebration of the handmade and traditional arts.

In addition to the ongoing attractions, the SLV Fest, in partnership with the Alamosa Live Music Association, is proud to host the Kailin Yong Peace Project with Andy Skellenger Concert, 2:30-4p.m. under the big tent. Yong is a world-class fiddler whose music “is rooted in his exploration of the cultures of the world, bringing charming melodies from many lands home to share.” Yong is from Boulder, Colorado and Skellenger, is from Crestone. Admission is Free.

The un-official start of the SLV Fest began June 26th with the exhibit, “Four Seasons” by the International Freeform Fiber Arts Guild at the Monte Vista Information Center. “Four Seasons” is an exhibit that emphasizes the artistic over the functional possibilities of knitting and crocheting. The local exhibit hosts 12 of the 52 international artists that make up the original exhibit. A book of the full exhibit is available online. All proceeds from the sales benefit The Global Fund for Women. “Four Seasons” is available for viewing M-F through July 10.

Vendors for the festival, all of which were selected by a jury, include glass, metal, wood, leatherworkers, jewelers, ceramicists, beaders, weavers and other fiber artists and suppliers from throughout Colorado and New Mexico.
Admission to the launch party and festival is free; workshops require pre-registration and tuition.

The schedule for the 2009 San Luis Valley Folk Arts and Fiber Festival is:

Friday, July 10:
•    Workshops at Marsh Park
•    Coptic Bookbinding with Recycled Materials
•    Inspired Spinning and Plying Techniques
•    Fusing Dichroic Glass,
•    Hanging By a Thread--Doll Art
•    Freeform Knitting and Crochet
•    Yarn & Fiber Dyeing, Basic Knitting Classes
•    Knitting Hobby Horses
•    Launch Party & Closing reception for the exhibit “Four Seasons”
Monte Vista Information Center from 6-8p.m. An evening of socializing and handwork; announcement of the People's Choice Award and drawing for prize amongst the voters at 7:30PM.

Saturday, July 11:
•    Vendors and food from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
•    Children’s activities

o    Children's Knitting Classes (registration required)
o    Ceramic Paint and Take
o    Face Painting
o    Children’s balloon races 12:30PM
o    Coloring contest, all day

• Hand Dyed Roving contest
• Demonstrations on the hour and half hour from 10:30-6PM.

o    10:30am -Sheila Smith, Crazy Woman Ranch: Carding Fiber
o    11:00am -Laura Murphy, Wildethyme Art: Locker Hooking
o    11:30am - Christina Cooper, Crazy Monkey: Wheel Spinning
o    12:00pm - Sheila Smith, Crazy Woman Ranch: Shearing
o    1:00pm - Chris Reardon, Brandywine Woodworking: Drop Spindling
o    1:30pm - Aleina Gerstenberger, Bluecat Beads: Lampworking
o    2:00pm - Laura Murphy, Wildethyme Art: Freeform Knitting and Crochet
o    4:30pm - Crys Mascarenas, Polyartgirl Inspirations: Hand Combing Fiber
o    5:00pm - Linda Pacheco-Demski, Decidedly Different Clay Art: Paperclay
o    5:30pm - Christie Perry, The Arts of Healing: Novelty Spinning

Sunday
• Vendors and food from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Children’s activities

o Ceramic Paint and Take
o Face Painting

•    An arts and crafts swap meet, 11a.m.-3p.m.
•    A series of fiber arts contests and trails, with prizes, for knitting and spinning starting at 11a.m.
•    A drawing for a Wee Peggy spinning wheel at 1PM. Tickets, available at the festival or in advance at http://www.slvfest.com/rafflewheel, are $4 each of four for $15.

For more information about the SLV Folk and Fiber Arts Festival or to register for a workshop, go to www.slvfest.com or call 719-850-0114.

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#505

From: Laura Murphy <laura@...>
Date: Tue Jul 14, 2009 2:51 am
Subject: Stampede Volunteers needed

wildethyme

The Chamber traditionally provides volunteers for Stampede activities. If you are interested in volunteering for any of these events, please contact me at laura@... and I will forward your info to the appropriate parties. thanks!

Concert Thursday, July 23^rd. We need 8 volunteers to take tickets and put on wristbands. You will need to be there about 6 pm.

Dances Thursday, Friday and Saturday July 23-25. After the concert we need people to take tickets, put on wrist bands and watch the door. The dance starts about 8 pm lasts until 2 am, but we can reduce bodies as needed after about 11 pm or so. These shifts are typically broken down 8-11 and 11-2, 6 people per shift.

#506

From: Debbie Garcia <debbie.1969@...>
Date: Tue Jul 21, 2009 11:21 pm
Subject: Community Meeting to discuss possible skate park in Monte Vista

The Monte Vista Community Foundation will be having a meeting at 5:30 PM Wed. July 22nd at Alibi's to discuss using next year's "Rally in the Valley" to raise funds for a skate park in Monte Vista. If you would like to help or have any ideas, you are welcome to attend.

Debbie

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#507

From: Debbie Garcia <debbie.1969@...>
Date: Wed Jul 22, 2009 2:56 pm
Subject: Stampede Parade Registration Forms

Just a quick reminder to anyone who is wanting to have an entry in this year's Stampede Parade that registration forms are available at Deacon's Insurance. If you have not turn in your registration form, please take it to Karen at Deacon's Insurance ASAP.

Debbie

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#508

From: Debbie Garcia <debbie.1969@...>
Date: Fri Jul 31, 2009 4:00 pm
Subject: Schwan's Fundraiser to Benefit Bill Metz Playground

The Monte Vista Community Foundation will be hosting a Schwan's Fundraiser to benefit the Bill Metz Elementary School Playground. This is a great way to support the school, especially if you are already a Schwan's Customer. There are a couple of different options. 1) There will be a Schwan's Truck at the Potato Festival on Sat. September 12th from 10 AM to 4 PM at Fullenwider Park, MV - you can stop by that day and just buy right off the truck. 2) If you want to reserve an order and pick it up on the 12th of September, simply go to www.schwan'sfundraising.com and place your order (you can not place a fundraising order on the Schwan's website). This guarantees that your order will be reserved and waiting for you at the park on Sept. 12th. 3) you can call 1-888-724-9267 and order gift certificates to use at your convenience whenever you want. This is especially great for people who already get Schwan's deliveries on a regularly scheduled route. I've attached a flyer with more information on the gift certificate option. If you reserve your order on-line of buy gift certificates, please make sure you mention fundraising code # 23626

If you have any questions, please don't hestiate to call Debbie Garcia at 580-5655 or email me at debbie.1969@...

Debbie

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#509

From: Debbie Garcia <debbie.1969@...>
Date: Wed Aug 19, 2009 10:52 pm
Subject: Not too late to register for Potato Recipe Contest

It's not too late to still register for the 4th Annual Potato Festival Taste Test Recipe Contest. The tour takes place in downtown Monte Vista but is not limited to buisness owners. Cooking enthusiasts are also encouraged to participate, Linda Wyers at CPAC will make arrangements with a business to host you and your recipe. If you need more information, please call Linda at 852-3322.

If you are interested in being a vendor or volunteering with potato games/contests, please call Debbie at 580-5655

Debbie

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