BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//La Puente - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:La Puente X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://lapuentehome.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for La Puente REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20200308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20201101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20210314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20211107T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240416T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240416T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20240326T163529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T194948Z UID:10563-1713272400-1713279600@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Cooking Matters Pop-up Tour DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the Alamosa Food Bank to learn more about how to make nutritious meals on a budget. This partnership with Cooking Matters is a wonderful opportunity for those to learn more about health-focused and nutritious meals that work for you and your family. We hope you can join us from 1 to 3 pm. \nAll participants of the Pop-up tour have the chance to win a gift card to City Market\, after completing a short survey. \nWe hope to see you there! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cooking matters Pop-up tour at the Alamosa Food Pantry\n \n \n \n \n \n Cooking matters Pop-up tour at the Alamosa Food Pantry\n \n \n \n \n \n Cooking matters Pop-up tour at the Alamosa Food Pantry\n \n \n \n \n \n Cooking matters Pop-up tour at the Alamosa Food Pantry URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/cooking-matters-pop-up-tour/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Cooking-Matters-Facebook-Banner-1920-x-1080-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240421 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20240308T003152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T162707Z UID:10504-1713139200-1713657599@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Hunger Education Week DESCRIPTION:Millions of folks across the United States and globally are still unable to eat sufficient food to meet basic nutritional needs. Hunger Education Week is a series of events hosted by La Puente designed to increase awareness about the realities of hunger in the San Luis Valley. \nThis year’s events will take place April 15th to 20th. \nThe series will begin with a Pop-up tour with Cooking Matters (a local nonprofit partnership) at the Alamosa Food Bank. \nMid-week we’ll have our Fill the Van canned food drive from 10-6 outside of City Market and Safeway in Alamosa. \nThe week with conclude with an Activity Fair at Cole Park in collaboration with Church World Service. This final event is for everyone of all ages and abilities. There will be live music\, relay races\, education and story stations\, and other solutions on how you can take a bite out of hunger. \nFor more information on how to participate or volunteer\, visit lapuentehome.org/hungereducation or call 719-589-5909 Ext 253. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Help us stock the Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley.\n \n \n \n \n \n Help us stock the Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley.\n \n \n \n \n \n Grab a can if you can!\n \n \n \n \n \n Cooking matters Pop-up tour at the Alamosa Food Pantry\n \n \n \n \n \n Cooking matters Pop-up tour at the Alamosa Food Pantry\n \n \n \n \n \n Cooking matters Pop-up tour at the Alamosa Food Pantry\n \n \n \n \n \n Cooking matters Pop-up tour at the Alamosa Food Pantry\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lunch at the Activity Fair will be frito pie for anyone.\n \n \n \n \n \n Kid biking at the Activity Fair\n \n \n \n \n \n Facepainting at the Activity Fair\n \n \n \n \n \n Kids at the Activity Fair URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/hunger-education-week-3/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Hunger-Education-Week-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240131T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240131T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20231214T211514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T155851Z UID:10095-1706724000-1706731200@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Winter Vigil 2024 DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us in solidarity with everyone currently living without a home\, and share the memories of those who have passed away while experiencing homelessness. \nFor more information please get in touch with Vanessa René\nEmail: communitycoordinator@lapuente.net\nPhone: 719-589-5909 ext. 210 URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/winter-vigil-2024/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/winter-vigil-2024-facebook-event-banner-1920-x-1080-px-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231120 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20230928T165643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T220209Z UID:9833-1696118400-1700438399@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Great Thanksgiving Giveaway 2023 DESCRIPTION:Thanksgiving is just around the corner; Take a moment to reflect on your family’s Thanksgiving traditions.  At the Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley\, we’re hoping to ensure that our patrons can share in all these traditions along with us. \nLast year\, we distributed 750 Thanksgiving boxes during our Great Thanksgiving Giveaway event. Families across the SLV received full Thanksgiving meals including corn\, green beans\, cream of mushroom soup\, stuffing\, cranberry sauce\, canned pumpkin\, canned sweet potatoes\, pie crust\, fresh produce\, and of course\, turkey. \nThis year\, rising costs of groceries and other necessities have hit our clients hard\, and we’ve seen our service numbers increase across our pantries. As inflation rises\, our clients’ dollars don’t go as far as they once did. For some\, the extra cost of a Thanksgiving meal isn’t feasible. \nAt the cost of $31.87\, you can ensure that one family who otherwise could not afford a Thanksgiving meal can celebrate with their loved ones this holiday season.  \nIf you have any questions\, please get in touch with Annalise Baer by calling the Alamosa Food Bank at 719-589-4567 ext. 101 or by emailing director.foodbank@lapuente.net. To donate a Thanksgiving meal\, you can send a check with “Food Bank Thanksgiving Drive” in the memo to 513 6th St. Alamosa\, CO 81101\, or you can donate online to our Pay Pal URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/greatthanksgiving23/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Share-the-joy-of-thanksgiving-final-poster-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230811T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230811T180000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20230711T222421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T160652Z UID:9540-1691766000-1691776800@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Backpack Drive 2023 DESCRIPTION:This year’s annual Backpack Distribution will take place on Friday\, 8/11/23 from 3-6 p.m. \nPosted outside the three Rainbow’s End Thrift Stores in Alamosa\, Monte Vista\, & Center. \nTo receive a backpack\, a child must be present and the adult must present a photo ID. \nThere are a limited supply of backpacks; first come\, first served. \nThank you to all our donors who help make this annual event possible. \n  URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/backpackdrive2023/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Backpack-drive-2023-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230701T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230721T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20230606T172919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T173131Z UID:9491-1688198400-1689958800@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:PALS Talent Show 2023 DESCRIPTION:  \nThe PALS Talent Show is right around the corner! Coming July 21st\, the PALS kids are thrilled to present their unique talents with this year’s theme: Outta This World! Mark your calendars for this amazing community event! The event will be held at the Alamosa Society Hall on 400 Ross Ave. at 5:30 pm. There will be snacks and awesome talents presented by the kids. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/pals-talent-show-2023/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/PALS-Talent-Show-2023-8-x-11-more-info.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230507T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230507T140000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20230222T211645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T185821Z UID:9225-1683468000-1683468000@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:CROP Walk 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join us for an educational and fund day where you can learn about hunger worldwide and in the valley. There will be live music\, food\, face painting\, and so much more! All proceeds will go towards hunger issues. The walk begins at 2 PM\, so see you then! \nYou can register at https://events.crophungerwalk.org/2023/event/alamosaco URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/cropwalk23/ LOCATION:Outside the Alamosa Senior Center\, 92 Colorado Ave\, Alamosa\, CO\, 81101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/please-dont-hurt-my-feelings-crop-walk-23-8.511-×-5.375-in.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230507T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230512T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20230328T161320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T161359Z UID:9308-1683446400-1683910800@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Hunger Education Week DESCRIPTION:Millions are still unable to eat sufficient food to meet basic nutritional needs. Hunger Education Week is a series of events designed to increase awareness about the realities of hunger in our communities and what we can do to help. La Puente’s 2023 Hunger Education week will take place from Sunday\, May yth through Friday\, May 12th.\n\nSunday\, May 7th:\nCROP Walk\nCole Park (Alamosa Senior Center) | Registration 1 p.m. | Walk 2 p.m.\nWalk in solidarity with those experiencing hunger around the world. We’ll have food\, music & prizes!\nRegister online at: https://lapuentehome.org/event/cropwalk23/ or contact volcom@lapuente.net for more information.\n\nWednesday\, May 10th:\nFill The Van\nCity Market & Safeway (Alamosa) | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.|\nCome out to City Market or Safeway on Wednesday\, May 10th and help us fill our Food Bank vans with canned goods or fresh produce. All donations will go directly to the Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley.\n\nThursday\, May 11th:\nCooking Matters Pop Up Tour\nLa Puente’s Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley.\n| 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. |\nPlease join us as we learn about the importance of cooking healthy\, nutrient-dense meals\, as well as shopping and cooking tips. The event will include food group-specific educational stations so that attendees can learn\, first hand\, how to make the healthy choices for a well-balanced meal. All attendees will receive a free $10 gift card to City Market after visiting all of the stations!\n\n\nThe week will consist of free\, informational events\, and all members of the community are welcome to attend! For additional information or to find out how you can volunteer\, please contact community.edu@lapuente.net or call (719)-589-5905 Ext. 253 URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/hunger-education-week-2/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Hungered2023.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230429T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230429T220000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20230222T200631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T190529Z UID:9208-1682791200-1682805600@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Generosity on Tap 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join us at our annual Generosity on Tap Fundraiser supporting La Puente’s Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley. We are excited to be having this event again at The Colorado Farm Brewery. \nAll proceeds from the night will go directly to the Food Bank Network to help ensure no one has to go hungry in the San Luis Valley. Ticket price includes a chance to participate in the live & silent auction\, catered food from Gosar Sausage (with vegan and vegetarian options)\, and live music performed by Don Richmond and the Rifters. This is a highly anticipated event so get your tickets now! Tickets are on sale for $35 and $40 at the door! If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out to Wilson Hamilton at development@lapuente.net or at 719-589-5909 x.235. We can’t wait to see you on April 29th! \n \n\n\n\nGenerosity on Tap 2023\n\n\n1 Ticket $36.77 USD2 Tickets $73.04 USD3 Tickets $109.30 USD4 Tickets $145.57 USD\n\n\nMenu Choice\n\n\nMeatVegan\n\n\n\n\n \n*Tickets this year will be held at the welcome table of the event\, so please make sure to check in as you arrive. \n\nIf you cannot attend this years event but would still like to support The Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley you can donate below.  \n\n \n\n  URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/got23/ LOCATION:The Colorado Farm Brewery\, 2070 County Road 12 South\, Alamosa\, CO\, 81101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/GOT-23-11-×-8.5-in-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230225T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230225T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20230105T040405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T161718Z UID:9089-1677346200-1677353400@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:A Taste of Summer 2023 DESCRIPTION:For many years\, the Valley Educational Gardens Initiative (VEGI) has hosted a season kick-off event. Though we love this event\, this February VEGI will be starting a new tradition. Last season we put up garden vegetables like tomatoes and basil in hopes that you will join us on February 25th for our first annual Taste of Summer Farm to Table Dinner. You can expect to be transported to the warmer and longer days of summer with a three-course meal made with local ingredients. It will be hosted at Milagros at 5:30pm-7:30pm\, and Seth Trout will be playing music. \nWe look forward to bringing a little summer love to your cold\, dark winter. \nFor more information\, contact Marlena: (719) 589-4567 ext. 102 \n*if you are gluten free please call the VEGI office at 719-589-4567 Ext 102 so we can accommodate you. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/atasteofsummer2023/ LOCATION:Milagros Coffee House\, 529 Main St.\, Alamosa\, 81101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Vegi-Kick-Off-8x11-Flyers-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230109T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230119T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20230109T204007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T204007Z UID:9116-1673251200-1674147600@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Winter Vigil 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join us as we stand in solidarity for those without a home and remember those we have lost while experiencing homelessness. We will gather and share stories in the new year. The candlelight vigil will be a chance for us to reflect on the suffering in our community. The event is held outdoors\, as we stand with those\, experiencing the winter night’s harshness firsthand. For more information\, please contact Kayla Wester at communitycoordninator@lapuente.net\nThe event will take place on Jan. 19th at 6pm outside of the Shelter. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/winter-vigil-2023/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Vigil-Marketing-8.5-x-11-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221217T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221217T140000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20221116T224928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T183954Z UID:8918-1671278400-1671285600@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:La Puente's Community Christmas Party 2022 DESCRIPTION:The holiday season is upon us\, which entails peace\, goodwill\, and community love. To celebrate\, La Puente is hosting the annual Christmas Party to spread the holiday cheer. \nThis party is an outdoor drive-thru and is taking place on December 17th from 12-2PM at the Alamosa Elementary School. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the Winter Wonderland with live music\, Santa\, and so much more. We are continuing to give every attendee a gift too\, and we are so excited to continue this on. \nIn order to continue this love focused tradition we are asking for your support for Christmas gifts. We are also looking for monetary donation\, unwrapped physical gifts (of a $20 value)\, and wrapping supplies. All donations will go towards gifts\, wrapping supplies\, and more to create the Christmas magic. \nFor more information\, contact Nicole Rodriguez at 719-589-5909 ext. 253 or email community.edu@lapuente.net URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/lpchristmasparty2022/ LOCATION:Alamosa Elementary School ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Christmas-Marketing.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221128T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221128T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20221128T213402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T220220Z UID:8970-1669622400-1669654800@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday & Colorado Gives Day 2022 DESCRIPTION:November 29th is Giving Tuesday. GivingTuesday is an opportunity for people around the world to use their individual power of generosity to remain connected and support their communities. It’s a day when everyone comes together to give back in all forms-acts of kindness\, gifts of voice\, time\, talent or treasure. GivingTuesday strives to build a world in which the catalytic power of generosity is at the heart of the society we build together\, unlocking dignity\, opportunity\, and equity around the globe. This movement shares many of the same values as La Puente. We are proud to announce our participation in Giving Tuesday.  We are asking for your generosity\, during this season of giving\, so that we may continue to serve the community that we love. Visit https://www.facebook.com/lapuentehome to donate.\n\n\n\nThis year’s Colorado Gives Day is December 6th. Each December Coloradans come together with the common goal to strengthen the community by helping to power nonprofits. Community First Foundation and FirstBank partner to make this day rewarding for givers\, nonprofits and the community as a whole. Colorado Gives Day features a $1 Million+ Incentive Fund. Every nonprofit receiving a donation on Colorado Gives Day receives a portion of the fund\, increasing impact and the value of every dollar donated. Colorado Gives Day has grown to be Colorado’s largest one-day online giving event\, raising more than $307 million since it began in 2010. Visit coloradogivesday.org/lapuente to donate. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/giving-tuesday-colorado-gives-day-2022/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/IMG_0796-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221111T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221111T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20221006T155031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221104T172841Z UID:8752-1668189600-1668195000@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:PALS Art Show 2022 DESCRIPTION:Check out what the children have to say about the Art Show in the video below! \n \n  \nThe PALS children are finally ready to showcase their artwork at Milagros Coffee House! \nThey have been creating masterpieces all month long. \nAll art will be priced at $10 and all profits directly go towards a shopping spree for the kids. \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/palsart22/ LOCATION:Milagros Coffee House\, 529 Main St.\, Alamosa\, 81101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/pals-art-22-final-flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221101T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221124T000000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20221101T201020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T181946Z UID:8851-1667260800-1669248000@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:La Puente's Community Thanksgiving 2022 DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nJoin us at the La Puente Shelter on Thanksgiving; we are offering meals in person this year however\, we can’t do it without your help! La Puente needs volunteers for our Community Thanksgiving Meal which will take place on Thanksgiving Day\, based out of La Puente’s Shelter. The event will have seating outside for those who wish to stay. La Puente is proud to serve in a community that comes together to ensure that we all can enjoy the Holiday Season. \nWe are aiming to serve over 120 people this year\, up from 70 last year. That means we need more food! We will be able to source potatoes and turkeys ourselves\, but we need stuffing\, cranberry sauce\, rolls\, whipped cream\, apple cider\, hot chocolate\, bottles of water\, etc. – anything you would like to see on your own Thanksgiving plate\, we will happily accept. \nif you have any questions about what you can donate\, or if you would like to make a monetary donation instead\, please reach our via phone or email. For more info please contact Lucius Reibel at (719) 587-3499 ext. 303 or email volunteers@lapuente.net for more information. \nWe are also looking for volunteers to cook food\, either their own or what donors/La Puente provides (most notably turkeys and mashed potatoes). Dishes you can cook yourself include mac n cheese\, vegetable plates\, green bean casseroles\, pies\, gravy\, and sliced hams. This list is not exclusive- if you have a neat idea for a dish please don’t hesitate to ask! Please be aware that any dish you cook should serve at least 10-12 people. \nLastly\, we are also looking for those who are willing to hand out plates on Thanksgiving Day itself. If you or anyone you know would be interested\, please don’t hesitate to reach out! We look forward to serving with you this Holiday Season. \n  URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/la-puentes-community-thanksgiving-2022/ LOCATION:La Puente Home\, 513 6th Ave.\, Alamosa\, CO\, 81101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Invitation-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221013T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221119T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20221013T154518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T193802Z UID:8810-1665648000-1668877200@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Great Thanksgiving Giveaway 2022 DESCRIPTION:Thanksgiving is just around the corner; Take a moment to reflect on your family’s Thanksgiving traditions.  At the Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley\, we’re hoping to ensure that our patrons are able to share in all these traditions along with us. \nLast year\, we distributed over 750 Thanksgiving boxes during our Great Thanksgiving Giveaway event. Families across the SLV received full Thanksgiving meals including corn\, green beans\, cream of mushroom soup\, stuffing\, cranberry sauce\, canned pumpkin\, canned sweet potatoes\, pie crust\, fresh produce\, and of course\, turkey. \nThis year\, rising costs of groceries and other basic necessities have hit our clients hard\, and we’ve seen our service numbers increase across our pantries. As inflation rises\, our clients’ dollars simply don’t go as far as they once did. For some\, the extra cost of a Thanksgiving meal isn’t feasible. \nAt the cost of $32.56\, you can ensure that one family who otherwise could not afford a Thanksgiving meal can celebrate with their loved ones this holiday season.  \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Annalise Baer by calling the Alamosa Food Bank at 719-589-4567 ext. 101 or by emailing director.foodbank@lapuente.net. To donate a Thanksgiving meal\, you can send a check with “Thanksgiving Drive” in the memo to 513 6th St. Alamosa\, CO 81101\, or you can donate online below. \n\n \n\n\n\nThanksgiving Boxes\n\n\nSponsor 1 Family $32.56 USDSponsor 2 Families $65.12 USDSponsor 3 Families $97.68 USDSponsor 4 Families $130.24 USDSponsor 5 Families $162.80 USDSponsor 10 Families $325.60 USDSponsor 15 Families $488.40 USDSponsor 20 Families $651.20 USDSponsor 40 Families $1\,302.40 USD URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/great-thanksgiving-giveaway/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/IMG_0611-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220926T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220930T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20220912T175354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T175526Z UID:8653-1664179200-1664557200@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:HOPE Week DESCRIPTION:Join La Puente Staff & Community members for Homeless Outreach and Prevention Education (HOPE) Week. This week is a series of events meant to bring the community together to learn about homelessness in the San Luis Valley and the community based programs to alleviate and prevent homelessness. La Puente will host 3 events throughout the week. Events include a BBQ Cook Out\, a Candle Light Vigil\, and Stone Soup.\n\nMonday\, September 26 is the BBQ Cook Out. Which is a special to-go dinner served 5:30 PM at La Puente’s Shelter; The Candlelight Vigil is for the community to walk in solidarity for the those experiencing homelessness in the Valley\, on Wednesday\, September 28th at 6 PM this event will start at La Puente’s Shelter. Stone Soup\, on Thursday\, September 29th. And we are looking for volunteer from the community. Please text or call (425) 350-7871. All these are events are free and open to all. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/hopeweek2022/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/H.o.p.e.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220912T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220912T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20220912T201630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T202448Z UID:8660-1662969600-1663002000@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:2022 BBQ Cook Out HOPE Week DESCRIPTION:Monday\, September 26 La Puente’s Emergency Shelter will have a BBQ Cook Out. \nWhich will consist of  a special to-go dinner served 5:30 PM out the front door. \nWe HOPE to see you there! \n    \n    URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/2022-bbq-cook-out-hope-week/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/FB-BBQ-Event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220812T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220812T180000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20220718T173508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T174305Z UID:8350-1660316400-1660327200@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Back Pack Distribution DESCRIPTION:This year’s annual Back pack Distribution will take place on Friday\, 8/12/22 from 3-6 p.m.\nTo receive a backpack\, a child must be present and the adult must present a photo ID.\nThere are a limited supply of backpacks; first come\, first served.\nThank you to all our donors who continue to help make this annual event possible. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/back-pack-distribution/ LOCATION:Rainbow’s End Thrift Store ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/La-Puentes-Annual-Back-Pack-Drive-Instagram-Post-6-×-3-in-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220722T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220722T183000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20220711T222021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T222021Z UID:8321-1658511000-1658514600@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:PALS Talent Show DESCRIPTION:Come one; come all to the PALS Talent Show: Circus Carnival! The PALS are ready to show off what they’ve been preparing at this year’s show. This year’s circus themed extravaganza will be at the Alamosa Presbyterian Church on Friday\, July 22 at 5:30 p.m. This event is an opportunity to come together and showcase how community can support those who need us the most.  This event helps nurture the PALS children to continue to explore their creative expression in a safe and supportive environment. This family-fun event is free to the public. For more information call 719-589-5909. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/pals-talent-show/ LOCATION:Alamosa Presbyterian Church\, 330 San Juan Ave.\, Alamosa\, CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/PALS-fb-event-marketing.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220514T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220514T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20220330T220559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T202211Z UID:8119-1652527800-1652540400@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:VEGI Kick Off DESCRIPTION:Come join us for this years VEGI Kick off Birthday Brunch!  We are proud to announce that VEGI has been growing food at Boyd Garden for 25 years.  To celebrate\, we are having a brunch followed by a workday in Boyd Garden on Saturday\, May 14th starting at 11:30am.  There will be meat\, vegetarian\, and vegan options.  And yes\, they will be delicious. You can experience this once-in-a-lifetime event by buying a ticket for $35 online before the event or $40 day of. \n\n \n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n1 Ticket $36.55 USD2 Tickets $71.55 USD3 Tickets $106.55 USD4 Tickets $141.55 USD1 Kids Ticket 13 & under $10.59 USD2 Kids Tickets 13 & under $20.88 USD3 Kids Tickets 13 & under $31.17 USD\n\n\nMenu Choice\n\n\nMeatVegetarianVegan\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake a Donation to VEGI if you can’t make it to this year’s event. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/vegikickoff/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/VegiKickOffQuarterFlier_website2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220430T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220430T220000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20220302T220946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T155357Z UID:7988-1651341600-1651356000@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Generosity on Tap DESCRIPTION:Join us at our annual Generosity on Tap Fundraiser supporting La Puente’s Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley.\nWe are excited to be having this years event in person at The Colorado Farm Brewery.\nTicket price includes a live & Silent Auction\, appetizers from Gosar Sausage\, and live music performed by Don Richmond and the Rifters\nAll proceeded from the night will go directly to the Food Bank Network to help ensure no one has to go to bed hungry in the San Luis Valley.\nThis is a highly anticipated event so get your tickets now before they sell out.\nTickets on sale now for $30. Price will increase to  $35 at the door so don’t hesitate. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/generosity2022/ LOCATION:The Colorado Farm Brewery\, 2070 County Road 12 South\, Alamosa\, CO\, 81101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/GOT-Postcard-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220426T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220426T180000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20220316T204508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220316T204508Z UID:8050-1650967200-1650996000@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Fill the Van DESCRIPTION:  \nCome out to City Market or Safeway in Alamosa on Tuesday\, April 26th and help us fill our Food Bank vans with canned goods or fresh produce.  This event is part of La Puente’s Hunger Education week and will be from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. All donations will go directly to the Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley. Vans will be located at the entrance of each of the two locations with La Puente staff there ready to greet you. Please stop by\, bring a donation\, and learn more about La Puente’s efforts to provide nutrient-dense foods to those in need. This will be an all-day event. If you are interested in partnering or volunteering at this event\, please email community.edu@lapuente.net. We hope you *can* make it! URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/fill-the-van/ LOCATION:City Market and Safeway ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Fillthevan2022.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220424T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220430T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20220316T205159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T163206Z UID:8056-1650805200-1651330800@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Hunger Education Week DESCRIPTION:Millions are still unable to eat sufficient food to meet basic nutritional needs. Hunger Education Week is a series of events designed to increase awareness about the realities of hunger in our communities and what we can do to help. La Puente’s 2022 Hunger Education week will take place from Sunday\, April 24th through Friday\, April 29th.\n\nSunday\, April 24th:\nCROP Walk\nCole Park (Alamosa Senior Center) | Registration 1 p.m. | Walk 2 p.m.\nWalk in solidarity with those experiencing hunger around the world. We’ll have snacks\, live music from Ol’ Scratch\, & prizes!\nRegister online at: SLV Hunger CROP Walk or contact volcom@lapuente.net for more information.\n\nTuesday\, April 26th:\nFill The Van\nCity Market & Safeway (Alamosa) | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.|\nCome out to City Market or Safeway on Tuesday\, April 24th and help us fill our Food Bank vans with canned goods or fresh produce. All donations will go directly to the Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley.\n\nFriday\, April 29th:\nCooking Matters Pop Up Tour\nLa Puente’s Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley.\n| 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. |\nPlease join us as we learn about the importance of cooking healthy\, nutrient-dense meals\, as well as shopping and cooking tips. The event will include food group-specific educational stations so that attendees can learn\, first hand\, how to make the healthy choices for a well-balanced meal. All attendees will receive a free $10 gift card to City Market after visiting all of the stations!\n\n\nThe week will consist of free\, informational events\, and all members of the community are welcome to attend! For additional information or to find out how you can volunteer\, please contact community.edu@lapuente.net or call (719)-589-5905 Ext. 253 URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/hunger-education-week/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Hunger-Ed-email-banner-2022-6-×-3-in.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220424T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220424T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20220304T201125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T192021Z UID:8011-1650805200-1650816000@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:CROP Walk 2022 DESCRIPTION:Join us for an fun and educational day\, where we will learn about local and worldwide hunger issues. All proceeds go to hunger fighting efforts. There will also be live music from Ol’ Scratch! Registration will be outside the Senior Center at Cole Park starting at 1 p.m. Walk begins at 2 p.m. We hope to see you there! Sign up on your own or with a team at events.crophungerwalk.org/2022/event/sanluisvalleyco URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/crop-walk-2022/ LOCATION:Outside the Alamosa Senior Center\, 92 Colorado Ave\, Alamosa\, CO\, 81101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/CROPWalk2022-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220217T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20220210T180103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T220604Z UID:7928-1645120800-1645124400@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:La Puente's Winter Vigil DESCRIPTION:Join us in solidarity\, with those without a home\, and remember those whom we have lost while experiencing homelessness. The candlelight vigil will be a chance for us to reflect on the suffering in our community. The event is held outdoors\, as we stand with those\, experiencing the winter night’s harshness firsthand. For more information\, please contact Laura Fierce at volcom@lapuente.net URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/la-puentes-winter-vigil/ LOCATION:Parking Lot of Com. Ed.\, 601 Ninth St.\, Alamosa\, 81101 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Vigil-Banner-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211204T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211204T210000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20211122T175735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211122T182054Z UID:7710-1638640800-1638651600@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Share the Magic DESCRIPTION:This year’s Share the Magic event revolves around Adam State Theater’s production of Christmas Time! Christmas Time! A holiday variety show.  La Puente partners with Valley Wide Health Services and Adams State University Theater Department to support La Puente’s family of programs for those struggling with poverty and homelessness. La Puente is our community’s response to address the effects of poverty by providing a safety net of service\, where individuals and families get what they need to stabilize\, heal and ultimately thrive. \nJoin us December 4th for this Gala event. Dress-up\, enjoy the food & beverages\, and then see the show. It’s great time for a great cause. \nTickets are $100 per a person  and can be purchased by calling 719-589-5909 Ext. 235 or emailing development@lapuente.net. \nCOVID protocol will be in place. Mask must be worn at all times inside. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/share-the-magic/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/featureimage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211208 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20211124T204511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211124T204919Z UID:7727-1638230400-1638921599@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday & Colorado Gives Day DESCRIPTION:November 30th is Giving Tuesday. GivingTuesday is an opportunity for people around the world to use their individual power of generosity to remain connected and support their communities. It’s a day when everyone comes together to give back in all forms-acts of kindness\, gifts of voice\, time\, talent or treasure. GivingTuesday strives to build a world in which the catalytic power of generosity is at the heart of the society we build together\, unlocking dignity\, opportunity\, and equity around the globe. This movement shares many of the same values as La Puente. We are proud to announce our participation in Giving Tuesday. 2021\, with it’s many challenges\, has taught us that we really are stronger together. Our many programs could not have continued without the support of our community. We are asking for your generosity\, during this season of giving and thankfulness\, so that we may continue to serve the community that we love. Visit https://www.facebook.com/lapuentehome to donate.\n\n\n\nThis year’s Colorado Gives Day is December 7th. Each December Coloradans come together with the common goal to strengthen the community by helping to power nonprofits. Community First Foundation and FirstBank partner to make this day rewarding for givers\, nonprofits and the community as a whole. Colorado Gives Day features a $1 Million+ Incentive Fund. Every nonprofit receiving a donation on Colorado Gives Day receives a portion of the fund\, increasing impact and the value of every dollar donated. Colorado Gives Day has grown to be Colorado’s largest one-day online giving event\, raising more than $307 million since it began in 2010. Visit coloradogivesday.org/lapuente to donate. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/giving/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/CGDCT.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211118T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211118T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20211117T212621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T031513Z UID:7694-1637236800-1637247600@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:La Puente's Community Christmas Party DESCRIPTION:La Puente’s annual Christmas Party is an event that brings the community together to celebrate a season of giving and togetherness. This year\, We are bringing all the magic of Christmas outside! Join us for an outdoor drive-thru event on December 18th from 12-3. Location TBD. Guests will enjoy a winter wonderland drive-thru experience with decorations\, music\, hot coco\, Santa & gifts! COVID safety Precautions will be in place to protect guests and volunteers.\n\nWe are hoping to give out 800 presents this year\, but we can’t do that without the community’s help. To keep within COVID protocols we will not be taking physical gift donations this year. We will however accept wrapping supplies or monetary donations for gifts. All donations made to the Christmas Party will go towards gifts\, wrapping supplies\, and more to make the event as magical as possible.\n\nFor more information contact Nicole Rodriguez at 719-589-5909 Ext. 253 or email community.edu@lapuente.net URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/lpchristmasparty/ LOCATION:CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/DSC_1178-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211112T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211129T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012837 CREATED:20211105T204847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T195634Z UID:7480-1636700400-1638205200@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:PALS Art Show 2021 DESCRIPTION:Starting November 12th and running through the end of the month\, original art created by kids in our PALS children’s program will be on sale at Milagros Coffee House! All pieces of art are certified originals and cost $10 per piece. All of the proceeds go directly to the artists for them to use as they please during a group shopping spree. \n  URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/pals-art-show-2021/ LOCATION:Milagros Coffee House\, 529 Main St.\, Alamosa\, 81101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/flyer3NV.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR