BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//La Puente - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240131T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240131T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 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/ 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:20240415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240421 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 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/ 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:20240416T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240416T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 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/ 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;TZID=America/Denver:20240418T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240418T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20240319T171250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T151738Z UID:10545-1713434400-1713463200@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Fill The Van Food Drive 2024 DESCRIPTION:Consider purchasing a canned good from either City Market or Safeway to donate to the Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley. \nOn Thursday\, April 18th from 10 am to 6 pm outside of City Market (131 Market St\, Alamosa\, CO) and Safeway (1301 Main St\, Alamosa\, CO)\, volunteers will be accepting canned goods donations. \nHelp keep the shelves of the Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley stocked all year round with your help! \n  URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/fillthevan-2024/ LOCATION:City Market and Safeway ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FILL-THE-VAN-FOOD-DRIVE-banner-edit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240420T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240420T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20240314T200705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T200705Z UID:10538-1713607200-1713618000@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Activity Fair DESCRIPTION:Come join La Puente in collaboration with Church World Service for a fun and educational afternoon for all ages. The purpose is to learn more about hunger\, not just locally but worldwide. Hear stories and participate in activities to better learn how YOU can tangibly help combat hunger!  \nAll activities are free. \nRegistration will be from 10 to 10:30. There will be a few key speakers before activites kick-off. \nWe will be serving a frito pie lunch at 12 and have prizes! \nTo create a team go to https://events.crophungerwalk.org/cropwalks/event/alamosaco \nIf you would like to volunteer for our event please email director.volcoor@lapuente.net \nIf you’d like to learn more about the event please email community.engagement@lapuente.net \n\n \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/activity-fair/ LOCATION:Outside the Alamosa Senior Center\, 92 Colorado Ave\, Alamosa\, CO\, 81101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Activity-Fair-Official-Marketing.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240804 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20240529T162904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T220613Z UID:10696-1722211200-1722729599@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:School Supply Distribution DESCRIPTION:La Puente is meeting the needs of K-12 students across the rural areas of San Luis Valley (SLV) by providing them with school supplies for the 2024-2025 school year. \nHistorically\, La Puente has held a backpack distribution outside of our three Rainbow’s End Thrift Stores. We found this wasn’t meeting the true needs of the K-12 students in the SLV in underserved counties and school districts. This year we are focusing on reaching out to the most rural counties across the SLV\, where students have access to supplies that will help ensure their success for the school year ahead of them. \nThis year we will be reaching Moffat\, Fort Garland\, Crestone\, Monte Vista\, Antonito\, and San Luis. \n\nAntonito Schools—Scheduled for distribution on July 29th at the school 11 am to 3 pm.\n\n13099 Co Rd G\, Antonito\, CO 81120\n\n\nSan Luis—July 30th\, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at American Legion Post\n\n142 302 4th Street\, San Luis\n\n\nSierra Grande School—July 30\, 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.\nMonte Vista School—July 31st from 9 am to 1 pm at\n\nMonte Vista Elementary School 545 2nd Ave. Monte Vista\n\n\nSangre de Cristo—July 31st from 3 to 6 pm\n\n8751 Lane 7 North Mosca\n\n\nCrestone and Moffat will distribute along with what they are collecting.\n\nDay of School:\n\nCrestone: TBD\nMoffat: August 12th\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information or questions please contact Laura Fierce at (719) 589-5909 ext. 253 or email at community.edu@lapuente.net \nThis event is brought about with La Puente’s Adelante Family Resource Center. Adelante promotes the empowerment and stabilization of families. Adelante-supported families\, are offered individualized assistance in the navigation of resources that will help families set and reach their goals. Services include assistance with housing\, case management\, referrals\, improved access to counseling\, and family advocacy. Through supporting families as they seek to improve their quality of life and achieve a healthy interdependence\, Adelante seeks to be a resource center for all families who wish to flourish\, especially for those who need a bit of extra support to make their dreams a reality. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/school-supply/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/SSDribution_Updated.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250722 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20250516T210602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T211303Z UID:12084-1747353600-1753142399@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:2025-2026 School Supply Drive DESCRIPTION:Adelante Family Resource Center\, a program of La Puente\, is meeting the needs of PreK-12th Grade students across rural areas of San Luis Valley (SLV) by providing them with school supplies for the 2025-2026 school year. \nHistorically\, La Puente held a backpack distribution outside of our three Rainbow’s End Thrift Stores. We found this wasn’t meeting the true needs of the K-12 students in the SLV in rural counties and school districts. \nLast year\, we began reaching out to the most rural counties across the SLV\, where students have access to supplies that will help ensure their success for the school year ahead of them. Partnering with 7 different school districts across the SLV\, we successfully distributed 15\,000 school items (not including pens and pencils) to help set up 1\,356 PreK-12th Grade students up for success! \nWe anticipate increased need this year as three additional school districts have already signed up as of April to participate in the 2025 Distribution. Surveyed teachers in the San Luis Valley have shared their concerns about covering supply gaps\, which are often paid for out of pocket. We at Adelante Family Resource Center are actively contacting local schools\, identifying which districts have families with the most need\, consulting schools’ supplies lists\, surveying teachers\, and ordering supplies that specifically meet grade requirements. Our goal is to be strategic in the ways that we supplement students’ school supplies to offset some of the burden carried by families and teachers. Because we buy in bulk\, we are able to spend on average $20 per child to cover most of their basic school supplies that would otherwise cost families $40+ per child if they went to a superstore on their own. \nAs with last year’s event\, our staff and volunteers will host the distribution at different sites across the SLV to promote accessibility. Supplies will be organized so that students can choose their own grade-specific supplies. Last year\, one second-grader left with a backpack full of everything pink\, from pencil sharpeners to scissors to notebooks! A family with 2 school-aged children shared\, “Every little bit helps” while another caregiver praised the individualized attention staff and volunteers gave his children\, saying\, “They talked to each child like it matters. And having options to choose from is great!” \nFor more information or questions please contact Adelante’s Director\, Tara Bay\, at director.adelante@lapuente.net \nIf you are interested in giving please fill out the form below: \nFill out my LGL Form!\n \nThis event is brought about with La Puente’s Adelante Family Resource Center. Adelante promotes the empowerment and stabilization of families. Adelante-supported families\, are offered individualized assistance in the navigation of resources that will help families set and reach their goals. Services include assistance with housing\, case management\, referrals\, improved access to counseling\, and family advocacy. Through supporting families as they seek to improve their quality of life and achieve a healthy interdependence\, Adelante seeks to be a resource center for all families who wish to flourish\, especially for those who need a bit of extra support to make their dreams a reality. For the School Supply Drive\, Adelante partners with SLV Community Solutions\, local organizations\, school districts\, and teachers to best serve students in the SLV! \n  \n  URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/2025-2026-school-supply-drive/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Copy-of-Adelante-School-Supplies-Distribution-Ask-letter-17-x-11-in-1-scaled.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250723 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250814 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20250701T225850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T210656Z UID:12279-1753228800-1755129599@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:SLV Free School Supplies Distribution! DESCRIPTION:Adelante Family Resource Center\, a program of La Puente\, and SLV Community Solutions are meeting the needs of PreK-12th Grade students across rural areas of San Luis Valley (SLV) by providing them with school supplies for the 2025-2026 school year. \nTo learn more about WHY we are holding a school supplies distribution and/or to DONATE to this collaborative community effort to support local students\, please visit here: https://lapuentehome.org/school-supplies-drive-2025/  \nWe will have FREE grade-specific supplies such as scissors\, glue\, markers\, crayons\, pencils\, notebooks\, binders\, and more!  \nSome things to know before you come:  \n\nBring your own bag or backpack\nFamilies should go to the distribution day/location within their own school district\nStudents must be physically present to receive supplies (You cannot pick up supplies on behalf of someone else. This is to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone who shows up!) \n\nWe are excited to see you there! Below are the dates\, times and locations of our SLV Distributions:  \n  \nSouth Conejos School District  \n\nJuly 23\n8:30am – 2:00pm\nSouth Conejos School \n\nCentennial School District R-1 \n\nJuly 26\n11:00am – 4:00pm \nSan Luis Inn \n\nMonte Vista School District \n\nJuly 27 \n4:00pm – 7:00pm \nSki High Complex (2335 Sherman Ave)\n\nMoffat Consolidated School District – Crestone  \n\nCrestone Charter School will communicate day/time of supply distribution directly to students \n\nMoffat Consolidated School District – Moffat  \n\nJuly 29\n9:00am – 12:00pm \nMoffat PK-12 School \n\nSangre De Cristo School District  \n\nJuly 30\n3:00-7:00pm \nSangre de Cristo School \n\nMountain Valley School District \n\nAugust 13\n10:30am-12:30pm \nMountain Valley School  \n\nSierra Grande School District \n\nJuly 31\n9:00am – 3:00pm\nSierra Grande School (17523 E Highway 160\, Blanca)\n\nNorth Conejos School District (Centauri Middle & High School + La Jara Elementary) \n\nAugust 6\n9:00am-2:00pm\nLa Jara Town Hall (211 Broadway St\, La Jara\, CO 81140)\n\nNorth Conejos School District (Manassa Elementary) \n\nAugust 4\n9:00am-12:00pm\nManassa Elementary School\n\nCenter Consolidated School District \n\nAugust 8\n10:00am – 2:00pm\nCasa Blanca Park (450 S Worth St\, Center\, CO 81125) URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/back2school/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/IMG_7764-scaled.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250929T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250929T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20230802T170535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T215944Z UID:9624-1759165200-1759172400@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:HOPE Week - Community BBQ Block Party 2025 DESCRIPTION:Join the celebration of H.O.P.E. Week with a Community Barbecue Block Party on September 29th\, at 913 State Ave\, Alamosa\, CO. From 5:00pm to 7:00pm\, a BBQ dinner will be served with live music by a local band. There will also be yard games and a kids’ craft table put on by the Alamosa Public Library. Hosted by La Puente\, this event marks the start of H.O.P.E. Week with an evening of fun for the whole family! \nHomeless Outreach\, Prevention\, and Education (H.O.P.E.) Week is a series of events meant to bring the community together to learn about homelessness and poverty in the San Luis Valley. Moreover\, H.O.P.E. Week highlights community-based programs that alleviate and prevent homelessness. \nInformation about the Community Barbecue Block Party and other H.O.P.E. Week events can be found on La Puente’s social media platforms. \nFeel free to call 719-589-5909 ext. 209 or email comm2@lapuente.net for more information. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/hopeweekbbq2025/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_3087-scaled.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251001T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251001T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20250915T222428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T224949Z UID:12408-1759341600-1759345200@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:HOPE Week - Candlelight Vigil 2025 DESCRIPTION:Homeless Outreach\, Prevention\, and Education (H.O.P.E) Week is a series of events meant to bring the community together to learn about homelessness and poverty in the San Luis Valley. Moreover\, H.O.P.E. Week highlights community-based programs that alleviate and prevent homelessness. \nLa Puente will host several events throughout the week…anyone from the community is invited to join!!! \nWe encourage you to join us for the Candlelight Vigil on October 1st\, which is a walking tour that starts at 6:00 PM outside of the Shelter and ends at Sacred Heart. Several community members that previously experienced homelessness will share their story and attendees will also enjoy a musical performance by ASU’s 68 West. The Vigil will wrap up around 7:00PM. \nIf you want to stay and enjoy some fellowship\, Sacred Heart will be offering pizza and drinks for attendees in their fellowship hall starting at 7:00PM. \nFor questions about the Vigil (or if you would like to offer a musical performance or poem to enrich the evening) contact Vanessa at asstdirector.comm@lapuente.net URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/candlelight-vigil-2025/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_0985-scaled.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20240917T164414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T205552Z UID:10928-1763769600-1763855999@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway 2025 DESCRIPTION:Leading up to Thanksgiving Day\, the Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley will be giving out 800 Thanksgiving boxes filled with a whole frozen turkey\, stuffing\, canned pumpkin pie filling\, a variety of canned goods\, and fresh carrots\, potatoes\, and onions. \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…for reference\, from 2022-2023 about 9\,000 folks used our Network within the year but last year from 2023-2024\, over 12\,000 individuals relied on the Network.  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 $32.45\, you can ensure that one family who otherwise could not afford a Thanksgiving meal can celebrate with their loved ones and create meaningful traditions this holiday season.  \nTo donate a Thanksgiving meal\, you can: \n\nsend a check with “Food Bank Thanksgiving Drive” in the memo to 802 State Ave\, Alamosa\, CO 81101\ndonate online using a credit or debit card below!\n\n  \nSpread the Joy of Thanksgiving! \nFill out my LGL Form!\n \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. URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/giving25/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/DSC_7689-scaled.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251127T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251127T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20231024T155329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T183248Z UID:9925-1764246600-1764253800@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Community Thanksgiving Meal DESCRIPTION:La Puente is delighted to invite you to attend our annual Community Thanksgiving Meal\, a cherished tradition that brings our community together in the spirit of gratitude and compassion!\n\nWhen & Where: The event will take place on Thanksgiving Day\, November 27th from 12:30pm – 2:30pm at La Puente’s Community Shelter (913 State Avenue\, Alamosa\, CO 81101).\nWho: Anyone and everyone from the SLV community is welcome to attend\, enjoy a warm meal\, and share the holiday spirit! No RSVP is needed to attend. So come and bring a friend\, neighbor\, or stranger! \nWhat: Last year we were incredibly honored that over 250 people chose to spend Thanksgiving Day with us. Plates were piled high with turkey\, mashed potatoes\, stuffing\, casseroles\, and pies prepared and donated by members of our community. Most importantly\, guests who would have otherwise spent the holiday alone expressed gratitude for being able to connect with neighbors and leave with a deeper sense of belonging. We all enjoyed some live music performed by community members\, as well as the interactive “gratitude activity wall.” \n\n  \nWANT TO HELP OUT? This event is for the community and by the community! There are several ways to contribute to making this event possible. \n\nVolunteer: There are several different volunteer roles the day of\, from serving food to cleaning up. If you are able to spare an hour or two on Thanksgiving Day (or if you can help with setup and cooking the days leading up to Thanksgiving)\, please sign up for a time slot using this Thanksgiving Volunteer Form.\nBring Food: When you are doing your own Thanksgiving shopping and cooking\, consider making a little extra for La Puente’s Thanksgiving meal\, which is a potluck style. We are in need of turkeys\, pies\, stuffing\, casseroles\, and other staple holiday side dishes. If you aren’t able to make a full dish\, no worries! Consider dropping off a can of cranberry sauce or some whipped cream! A quick way to sign up to bring food is to use this Food Donation Form.\nFinancially Give: If you aren’t able to donate food\, we invite you to make a financial contribution to help our staff make sure there is enough food to go around! To mail in a check\, make it out to La Puente (PO Box 1235\, Alamosa\, CO 81101) with the memo “Community Thanksgiving Meal” or give a financial gift using the form below!\n\nContact Jade at volunteers@lapuente.net for more information about the event and/or to sign up to help!  \n  \nFill out my LGL Form! URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/community_thanksgiving/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IMG_5018-scaled-e1760715879296.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251206T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251206T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20230926T173242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T161854Z UID:9813-1765044000-1765054800@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Share the Magic 2025 DESCRIPTION:We invite you to attend the 35th annual Share the Magic on Saturday\, December 6th! \nEnjoy a holiday reception\, heavy hors d’oeuvres provided by The Ruby Rose\, and the Theatre production by Adams State of Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big SLV Adventure\, a one-act play in which a favorite holiday tale has been transformed into a gut-busting\, fun\, music-filled\, and family-friendly theatrical experience that incorporates the details of your own San Luis Valley into the script! Share the Magic is a great time to celebrate the holidays and connect with other community members! Moreover\, all proceeds from Share the Magic support local households struggling with poverty\, food insecurity\, and homelessness through La Puente’s network of programs. \nTo host this event\, La Puente partners with Valley-Wide Health Systems and Adams State University Theatre Department. The support of these incredible partners\, among other sponsors\, showcase how La Puente is our community’s response to address the effects of poverty so individuals and families get what they need to stabilize\, heal\, strengthen\, and ultimately thrive. \nEvent Details:  \n\nWhen: Saturday\, December 6th. The reception starts at 6pm and our guest speaker will begin sharing at 7pm\, followed immediately after by the play\nWhere: Adams State University SLV Federal Main Stage Theatre (208 Edgemont Blvd\, Alamosa\, CO 81101)\nWhat: holiday reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres\, guest speaker\, and ASU Theatrical performance\n\nTickets are $100 per person and can be purchased below. Prefer to purchase a ticket an alternative way? Contact our Director of Development\, Wilson\, by calling 719-589-5909 ext. 235 or emailing development@lapuente.net. Please note that tickets will not be mailed; all tickets will be held at the welcome table and available for pickup the night of the event. \nFill out my LGL Form! \n \n  \n  URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/stm/ LOCATION:Adams State Theatre\, 208 Edgemont Blvd\, Alamosa\, CO\, 81101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG_3558-scaled.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251220T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251220T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20231110T233152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T190954Z UID:10004-1766232000-1766242800@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Community Christmas Party DESCRIPTION:You are Invited to Our Annual Christmas Party!!!\nThe holiday season is upon us\, which entails peace\, goodwill\, and community love. To celebrate\, La Puente is hosting our annual Christmas Party to spread the holiday cheer! \nVisit with Santa Claus\, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies\, and feast on a Lasagna lunch with your neighbors\, coworkers\, classmates\, friends\, and family! Moreover\, every attendee (age 0-99+) will take home a gift at this community event. \nLast year\, over 460 people from the SLV showed up and we had an incredible time together…so don’t miss out this year! Everyone is welcome\, and the more the merrier! \n\nWhen: December 20th from 12pm-3pm\nWhere: 913 State Ave\, Alamosa (La Puente’s Shelter)\nWho: Anyone and everyone from the SLV!\n\n  \nWant to Help Out? \nThis event is for our community and by our community\, not just by La Puente! If you are interested in supporting this holiday event\, there are several ways to get involved such as volunteering\, donating in-kind gifts\, and contributing financially to our gift fund! Click HERE to get involved! URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/christmasparty/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/DSC_8188-scaled.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260213T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260213T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20231214T203805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T235749Z UID:10090-1771003800-1771007400@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:PALS Art Show DESCRIPTION:The PALS kids have been working hard on their masterpieces! Join us for an exhibition celebrating their creativity. Pieces start at $10 and all money goes directly to a shopping spree for the kids. PALS Children’s Program provides children with the social-emotional skills needed to succeed. PALS values exploration\, growth\, healthy relationships\, education\, self-regulation\, and fun! We strive to provide a safe environment where each child has the opportunity to thrive!\n\nWant to Volunteer? We’d love to have some extra hands help with setup\, food service\, greeting guests\, and cleanup. Use THIS FORM to sign up! URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/pals-art-show/ LOCATION:Alamosa Presbyterian Church\, 330 San Juan Ave.\, Alamosa\, CO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PALS-Art-Show-Marketing-2025-7.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20260326T211657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T212232Z UID:10800-1778004000-1778009400@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:VEGI Kickoff DESCRIPTION:Join us this Cinco De Mayo at our annual kickoff for La Puente’s VEGI Program! The VEGI Kickoff event celebrates the beginning of our growing season at Boyd Community Garden. The evening will allow community members to fellowship\, partake in hors d’oeuvres and light refreshments\, help with seed-starters\, play yard games\, and learn more about VEGI. Our VEGI director\, Amy\, will be sharing about the mission of VEGI\, its local partnerships\, available nutrition and gardening lessons\, and our upcoming community garden nights (from May through September\, every Tuesday evening anyone is welcome to “share the work\, share the harvest” at Boyd)! \nAttendees are also encouraged to participate in a mural project to beautify the garden more: the shed will be turned into a giant paint by number\, making it easy for all skill levels to join (mockup below). \nIf you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out to Amy Brenneman at 719-589-4567 (ext 102) or director.vegi@lapuente.net \nIf you wish to support VEGI financially\, designate gifts to the VEGI program on our donation page. \n  \n  URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/vegi-kickoff/ LOCATION:Boyd Community Garden\, State Ave - between 11th and 12th\, Alamosa\, 81101 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_5492-scaled.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T020806 CREATED:20240226T172338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T192838Z UID:10445-1778950800-1778961600@lapuentehome.org SUMMARY:Generosity On Tap 2026 DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin 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 (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! 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 May 16th at 5 pm! \n  \nPurchase Your Tickets Now!  \nFill out my LGL Form!\n \nIf you cannot attend this year’s event but would still like to support The Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley click HERE to go to our donate page: simply designate your gift to the Food Bank Network! URL:https://lapuentehome.org/lpevent/got26/ LOCATION:The Colorado Farm Brewery\, 2070 County Road 12 South\, Alamosa\, CO\, 81101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lapuentehome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_1784-scaled.avif END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR