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Program Schedule for 2010
General membership meetings are normally held in the evening on the third Thursday
of each month in the Palmer Lake Town Hall. Following a brief business meeting,
there is an historical presentation followed by refreshments. Programs are free to the public, unless otherwise noted. See The Tribune Calendar/Events, The Community News,
or Posted Flyers for Details.
All Palmer Lake Historical Society events are planned, coordinated and carried out by the board of directors
of the PLHS.
| Jan. 21, 2010 6:30 pm |
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Annual Potluck Dinner: Bring items from the Palmer Divide area's past for an historic Show & Tell. Drinks, Ham and Bread provided. Bring a favorite dish to share. Maybe an Old Family Recipe. |
| February 18, 2010 7:00 pm |
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"Rebirth of Old Colorado City:" Learn how Old Colorado City has grown to become a historical landmark. Presented by David Hughes (COL-Ret). |
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March 18, 2010 7:00 pm |
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"A Portrayal of Lucretia Vaile:" Experience the life of Lucretia Vaile, a founding member of the Colorado Mountain Club, in words and pictures. Presented by Cathleen Norman, PLHS Member. |
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April 15, 2010 7:00 pm |
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"Early Railroads in the Pikes Peak Area:" Relive the glory days of some of the first railroads along the Palmer Divide. Presented by Howard Noble, Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway Foundation. |
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May 20, 2010 7:00 pm |
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"All Aboard for the Pikes Peak and Manitou Railway:" An illustrated presentation on the history of the Manitou & Pikes Peak Railway based on his book All Aboard for America's Mountain. Presented by author Claude Wiatrowski |
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June 20, 2010 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Sunday |
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Father’s Day Ice Cream Social: Join the PLHS at the Palmer Lake Town Hall to enjoy ice cream, pie and music. |
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July 15, 2010 7:00 pm |
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"Ranching on the Palmer Divide:" Learn the history of the Shamrock Ranch and local ranching. Presented by owner Dave Wismer. |
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July 24, 2010 10 am - 5 pm, Saturday "Estemere Tour" |
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Tour this Elegant Queen Anne, Victorian Mansion in Palmer Lake. 380 Glenway St. One day only. Tickets at the door on the day of the event only. Watch for details |
| August 19, 2010 7:00 pm |
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"Colorado's Historic Theatres:" A lively presentation on some of the famous theatres that entertained Coloradans over the years. Presented by Beth Barrett. |
| September 16, 2010 7:00 pm |
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"Florissant Colorado Pioneer Cemetery:" What are the REAL stories behind some of the tombstones? Presented by Laura Moncrief. |
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October 21, 2010 7:00 pm |
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"The Life of Julia Archibald Holmes:" How did she become the first woman to climb Pikes Peak? Presented by Kathy Sturdevant. |
| November 18, 2010 7:00 pm |
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"Go West Young Woman:" Learn the impact and contributions of women to the settling of Colorado and the West. Presented by Bridget Hollingsworth. |
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December 2010 |
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No Program: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! |
See The Tribune, Calendar/Events, The Community News, or Posted Flyers for Details. All Programs are at the Palmer Lake Town Hall, and are Open to Everyone at no charge, unless otherwise noted. Watch for Details.
Come One, Come All.
Step this way,
for a history making
good time!
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