Hello Rotarians!
The message this year is:
Unite for Good
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New: Antlers Parking Validation Process
The Antlers has a new parking validation process.
They will no longer be using tickets to validate at the front desk.
The new process is:
1. Enter your license plate number at the Ipad on the Registration Table.
When you leave the Antlers parking garage, the cameras will read your license plate, and the gates will open.
Don't forget to bring your rear license plate number on Friday!
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This Week, November 21st -
Antlers
Kyle Park, Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo
Next Week - November 28th
No Meeting
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IMPACT Meeting
You're invited to join us at an Impact meeting!
We gather on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at the Black Bear Diner, located on Garden of the Gods Road. It’s an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow Rotarians, engage in meaningful conversations, and learn about upcoming service projects. Guests are always welcome!
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Cougars Care Thanksgiving Volunteer Project
Join fellow Rotarians in supporting Coronado High School’s Cougars Care program as students prepare and distribute Thanksgiving meal boxes for families at Coronado and, new this year, West Middle School. Volunteers are needed for sorting, packing, and helping families pick up their boxes.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• Fri, Nov 21 | 3:00–4:30 PM – Sorting & packing with students
• Fri, Nov 21 | 5:00–7:00 PM – Family pick-up assistance
• Sat, Nov 22 | 9:00–11:00 AM – Family pick-up assistance
Rotarians are also encouraged to donate non-perishable items for the Harvest of Love Food Drive throughout November. Bring items to any Wednesday or Friday meeting, or coordinate with chair Samantha Chapman (719-291-7757).
Location: Coronado High School, 1590 W Fillmore St., Colorado Springs
If you have one, please wear your Rotary shirt!
Sign Up Here
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National Wreaths Across America Day at Evergreen Cemetery
Join us in honoring veterans on National Wreaths Across America Day! We’ll gather at Evergreen Cemetery on Saturday, December 13th at 10:00 a.m. to lay wreaths on the graves of those who served our country.
This year, Rotary is participating in Wreaths Across America’s “$5 Back” program—for every wreath sponsored through our group, the Service Fund will receive $5 to support our own community service projects.
➡️ Volunteer or Sponsor Wreaths Here
Help us remember, honor, and teach—while supporting local service initiatives!
Click here for Event Details in Club Runner
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The Salvation Army serves more than 25 million people each year across the U.S., providing meals, shelter, and essential support for families in need—including right here in our community. By volunteering as a bell ringer with the Rotary Club of Colorado Springs, you help ensure these services continue year-round, from homeless shelters and disaster relief to children’s programs and anti-human-trafficking efforts. Every donation placed in a red kettle stays local and directly supports our neighbors. Our club has reserved four days to Ring the Bell at two locations—sign up in pairs or small groups, or choose another time through Register to Ring and let us know so we can track volunteer hours.
8th Street Walmart - 9:15 am - 5:45 pm (2ish Hour Shifts)
Saturday Nov. 29th
Saturday Dec. 6th
Uintah and 19th St. King Soopers - 10:30 am - 7:00 pm (2ish Hour Shifts)
Wednesday Dec. 3rd
Wednesday Dec. 10th
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🎁 Columbia Christmas Project – Gift Wrapping
Help bring a special Christmas to families at Columbia Elementary! Join your fellow Rotarians in shopping for and wrapping gifts for six families (13 children) selected by the school’s health technician. Shoppers will be reimbursed up to $100 per child by the Community Service Fund after receipts are submitted. In addition, our club will provide $100 gift cards to 23 families in need.
Volunteers may wrap their gifts independently and drop them off to Samantha Chapman before December 8th, or join us for a festive wrapping get-together and fellowship on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 1–4 PM at the home of Cindy Alexander, 1321 Foothills Farm Way, Colorado Springs, 80921.
All are welcome — the more wrappers, the merrier! 🎀
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2025-2026 Board Meeting Dates:
Nov 21st – Antlers 2-3 p.m.
Dec 19th – Antlers 2-3 p.m.
January 16th – Antlers 2-3 p.m.
Feb 20th – Antlers 2-3 p.m.
March 20th – Antlers 2-3 p.m.
April 17th – Antlers 2-3 p.m.
May 15th – Antlers 2-3 p.m.
June 19th – Antlers 2-3 p.m.
Calendar invites sent via Outlook.
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Please note - the following dates we will NOT be at the Antlers.
Our location will be at the Pinery, located at 775 W Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80905:
December 5, 2025 - Ballroom (1st floor)
February 6 - World Peace and Understanding Day
Additionally, we will not be meeting at all:
Friday, November 28th - Thansgiving Holiday
Friday, December 26th - Christmas Holiday
Friday, January 2nd - Happy New Year!
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Together in Service,
