The BLAST ~ August 13, 2019

AUG 14

Candidate Development Training

Hosted by El Paso County Democratic Party Wednesday, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM El Paso County Democratic Party 332 W Bijou #101, Enter at Courtyard on Spruce, Colorado Springs, 80905

Thinking about running? Curious about the process? John Morris will be providing introductory and comprehensive trainings throughout the year. Our next training will be Wed Aug 14, 2019 from 5:30-7:30. DEM HQ. Please RSVP to the DEM office at epcdems@gmail.com

AUG 16

Palmer Lake Meet & Greet!

Hosted by Andrew Romanoff Friday at 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Speedtrap 84-02 Highway 105, Palmer Lake, Colorado 80133 Join me for a conversation at the Speed Trap in Monument! We can discuss how we'll flip the Senate, combat the climate crisis, and ensure health care for all.  Please RSVP here AUG 16

Colorado Springs Meet & Greet! Hosted by Andrew Romanoff

Friday 12-1PM Jives Coffee Lounge 16 Colbrunn Ct, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80904 RSVP

Join me for a conversation at Jives Coffee Lounge in Colorado Springs! Together we can discuss how we'll flip the Senate, combat the climate crisis, and ensure health care for all.

Please let me know what’s on your mind. Hope to see you on Friday!📷

AUG 16

Cotton Club Revival

Hosted by Atrevida Beer Co. and 3 others

Friday at 5 PM – 10:30 PM Atrevida Beer Co. 204 Mount View Lane, #3, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80907

Cotton Club Revival @ Atrevida Beer Co. 16 August 2019, 5-10pm Supporting The Fannie Mae Duncan Statue Steering Committee Jazz Bands to include Mirepoix Jazz, Tidal Breeze, Melange Duo and more. Special Beer Releases and Food Truck! Games, 50’s & 60’s Best Dressed Contest!📷AUG 17

Community Cruise!

Hosted by RISE Southeast and Bike Colorado Springs Saturday, 10AM Southeast Armed Services YMCA 2190 Jet Wing Dr, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80916

Join us for a community cruise through Southeast Colorado Springs! We will be riding 2.4 Miles to Wildflower and back along the Sand Creek Trail. Popsicles and snacks available.

All ages welcome. 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult! Helmets required and Bicycles are not provided. Waivers must be signed! PLEASE RSVP on EventBrite. Questions, Comments, Concerns please email RISECoalition.secos@gmail.com📷Aug 18 Pueblo Parade with Dan Baer Hosted by Dan Baer for Senate

Sunday 10:30-11:30AM Pueblo Pride Parade

The campaign has been off to an exciting start, but the fun doesn't stop there. Dan will be in Pueblo, Colorado to celebrate Pride this coming weekend and we would love for YOU to join us!📷AUG 19

Gun Violence: “Not One More”

Hosted by Stephany Rose Spaulding for Senate

Monday, August 19, 2019 at 6 PM – 8 PM Sand Creek Library 1805 S Academy Blvd Colorado Springs, Colorado 80916

Join U.S. Senate Candidate Stephany Rose Spaulding for a “Listening” session about gun violence across all communities and tell your story. This fight is not over so join Stephany & others as we pledge “Not One More”.📷AUG 21

Community Conversation: Suicide Prevention in El Paso County

Hosted by The Gazette Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at 6 PM – 7:30 PM Studio Bee 190 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903

Why is suicide such an acute problem here? What can we as a community, as parents, as, neighbors and teachers and friends do to help? What are the signs that someone is in crisis and what resources are available?

Learn, share and connect with local panelists as we address this epidemic in a Community Conversation.

Panelists: – Deputy John Hammond of the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office – Lori Jarvis-Steinwert, executive director, National Alliance on Mental Illness/Colorado Springs – Velda Baker, Penrose St Francis Faith Community Nurse – Bob McLaughlin, COO of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center – Dr. Mark A. Mayfield PhD, LPC, suicide survivor and founder and CEO of Mayfield Counseling Centers – Carolena Guiral Steen, assistant superintendent, Cheyenne Mountain School District

*Seating is limited at this event and will be available on a first-come basis. Doors open at 5:00 PM day-of.📷AUG 29

4th Thursday Films

 Hosted by El Paso County Democratic Party  · 1 co-host pending [?] Thursday, August 29, 2019 at 6 PM – 8:30 PM All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church (ASUUC) 730 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903

Inside Youth Suicide in El Paso County A community exploration of warning signs, trends and programs.

Two Short films followed by a panel discussion including Dr. Leon Kelly, El Paso County Coroner Meghan Haynes, Teen Suicide Prevention Planner, El Paso County Public Health

Doors open at 6, Films at 6:30 Co-hosted  by All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church📷

520,000 elected offices and Democrats aren’t competing in up to 75% of them! CONTEST EVERY RACE!

Southern El Paso County Water & School Districts Open Seats📷