March/April 2025 Newsletter
Growing Together: News, Stories, and Updates
Greetings from the City of Lamar! We are excited to bring you another edition of our community newsletter. In this issue, you'll find updates on local events, inspiring stories, and ways you can get involved. Let's dive in!
Save-the-Date
Tri-State 9-11 Banquet & Fundraiser
The Tri-State 9-11 Tribute Foundation Fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday, March 22nd from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Historic Cow Palace. Enjoy a great brisket meal for $20/person. The fundraiser will include silent and live auctions. All proceeds go towards completion of the 9/11 Memorial at the Big Timbers Museum.
Main Street Lamar
Recently, Lamar Partnership Inc. /LPI rebranded itself as Main Street Lamar (MSL), so residents know the organization's focus. You can follow MSL's page on Facebook to learn more about their initiatives, upcoming events, and recycling days. MSL is a Colorado Main Street Community managed and funded by the City of Lamar. It is responsible for promoting economic opportunities and community connections in Lamar’s Main Street district.
Corporate Cup is one of the main, annual events that is organized by Main Street Lamar. The 2025 Corporate Cup is scheduled for Wednesday, July 30th through Saturday, August 2nd. For more information, please visit the Main Street Lamar website.
March Common Grounds featuring the Building Department
During March's Common Grounds, the Building Department was the focal point. Chief Building Official Stephanie Strube and Joy Dashner, Building Department Clerk, provided an overview of their current and upcoming projects. Lamar City Council members, community members, and City of Lamar employees enjoyed coffee and donuts during the discussion. Stephanie reported that units at Sage Wind Apartments on the corner of Yucca Drive and South 11th Street are being rented, with more units to complete. She said that repairs are in progress for the fire damage at the Lamar Apartments, and the apartments located at 1010 S. Main are being fully renovated for the Casa Azteca staff.
Community Development Director Anne-Marie Crampton spoke about the city's comprehensive plan. Communications and Marketing Assistant Courtney W. Recio updated attendees on the City’s website and continued efforts to make the website accessible to all and compliant with the State Web Accessibility standards, WCAG 2.1 AA.
Common Grounds offers valuable opportunities to learn more planned and ongoing projects, as well as city-wide and departmental goals. Common Grounds is scheduled for the first Wednesday of every month and features different departments each month.
Join City Council and Lamar Public Library staff on Wednesday, April 2nd at 7:00 AM in the Cultural Events Center.

News
Community State Bank Body Armor Donation
The Lamar Police Department received a generous donation from Community State Bank on Monday, March 3, 2025. The $5,000 check was donated to the LPD for the purchase of new body armor. With a fully-staffed department and body armor that is "timing out," the donation will greatly assist the department. By helping ensure their safety and well-being, we empower our officers to continue their service to our community.

Wootten Public Safety Building
On Friday, February 28th, the City of Lamar closed on the 902 North Main Street property. The purchase will begin to address a longstanding need for additional police and fire facilities. Both the Police and Fire Departments have been constricted in the City Complex. While Fire & Ambulance Services personnel have a limited footprint for offices and living quarters, the Police Department has personnel and/or storage on every floor of the Complex. The Police Department also has leased space in multiple locations in Lamar. City officials attempted to design an additional wing for Police and Fire at the City Complex but realized that the project was financially impractical. To read the full press release, please visit: Improving Public Safety
















Upcoming Events
District 6SE Colorado Lions Convention
Lamar will be hosting the District 6SE Colorado Lions Convention this year. It is scheduled for March 14-16, 2025 at the Historic Cow Palace Inn.

April Health Fair Screenings at PMC
One month per quarter, Prowers Medical Center (PMC) will be offering low-cost Health Fair Screenings ($25) every Wednesday morning from 7:00 AM-9:00 AM. Please call 719-336-8363 to schedule your appointment, or visit PMC Health Fair for more information.
2025 Tax Season Discount at PMC
From February until May, Prowers Medical Center (PMC) is offering a 20% discount when a patient's account is paid in full. To receive the tax season discount, your balance must be paid in full in one payment. This discount does not apply to CICP or Medicaid accounts. If you have any questions, please call 719-336-5574.
Daddy/Daughter Dance - A Night in Paris
The Southern Plains Daddy Daughter Dance is scheduled for April 5th from 5:30 PM-8:00 PM at the Lamar Community Building. The annual event is a benefit for the Lamar Hospice Good Grief Program. Dads and daughters can enjoy a night of fun with dinner, dancing and photos. Pre-sale tickets cost $35 per dad or $40 at the door. Please visit Southern Plains Daddy/Daughter Dance for more information about this upcoming event.
Transform a Life and Your Own
The next Vitalant Blood Drive is scheduled for April 15, 2025 in the Fellowship Hall of the Lamar Christian Church from 11:30 AM-4:30 PM.
City of Lamar Community Clean-Up Month - Love Where You Live
Spring cleaning is almost here! The City of Lamar will have Extended Free Dump and Transfer Station Weekends all through April. Mark your calendars for April 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 26th, & 27th. The Lamar Landfill will not be open on Easter Sunday, April 20th.
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Community & City Events
Saturday, March 3
Main Street Lamar Board Meeting 6:00 P
Prowers County Genealogical Society Meeting 6:00 P
Tuesday, March 4
Eagles Bingo 7:00 P
Wednesday, March 5
Common Grounds at the Cultural Events Center featuring the Building Department 7:00 A
Library Tiny Tots Story Hour 10:00 A
Lamar School District Parent Teacher Conferences 3:00 P
Ash Wednesday
Thursday, March 6
Lamar School District Parent Teacher Conferences 3:00 P
Elks Bingo 7:00 P
Friday, March 7
Library Story Hour 10:00 A
Lamar Public Library Book Sale 9:00 A
Wild West Athletics – Open Play 5:30 P
Saturday, March 8
International Women’s Day
Monday, March 10
City Council Regular Meeting 7:00 P
Lamar School Board Meeting 5:30 P
Tuesday, March 11
Prowers County Commissioners Meeting 1:00-2:00 P
Wednesday, March 12
National Plant a Flower Day
Library Tiny Tots Story Hour 10:00 A
Thursday, March 13
Planning and Zoning Board Meeting 6:00 P
Elks Bingo 7:00 P
National Good Samaritan Day
Friday, March 14
Library Story Hour 10:00 A
Monday, March 17
Saint Patrick’s Day
Lamar School District Spring Break Starts
Lamar Chamber Board Meeting 6:00 P
Tuesday, March 18
Lodging Panel Board Meeting 4:00 P
Lamar Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting 6:00 P
Eagles Bingo 7:00 P
Wednesday, March 19
Library Tiny Tots Story Hour 10:00 A
National Let’s Laugh Day
Thursday, March 20
Elks Bingo 7:00 P
Spring Begins
Friday, March 21
Library Story Hour 10:00 A
Library Karaoke 2:00 P
Lamar School District Spring Break Ends
National Common Courtesy Day
World Poetry Day
World Down Syndrome Day
Saturday, March 22
Tri-State 911 Fundraiser @ Historic Cow Palace Inn 6:00-9:00 P
The Lamar Ribbon Cutting, New Management Celebration 6:00 P
Bryan Martin Concert @ The LaMar 8:00 P
Monday, March 24
City Council Regular Meeting 7:00 P
PEP Board Meeting 12:00 P
Tuesday, March 25
Eagles Bingo 7:00 P
Prowers County Commissioners Meeting 1:00-2:00 P
Wednesday, March 26
Library Tiny Tots Story Hour 10:00 A
Public Hearing, AA-2025-01
Thursday, March 27
Elks Bingo 7:00 P
International Day of Awesomeness
Friday, March 28
Library Story Hour 10:00 A
Benefit Dance/Baile de Beneficio para: "El Herby" Javier Linares - Lamar Eagles 8:00 P - 12:00 A
Saturday, March 29
Free Dump Weekend 8:30 A - 3:30 P
Sunday, March 30
Free Dump Weekend 12:30 P - 3:30 P
Take a Walk in the Park Day
Tuesday, April 1
April Fool’s Day
Eagles Bingo 7:00 P
Wednesday, April 2
Common Grounds with the City Council featuring the Lamar Public Library 7:00 A
Health Fair Screenings - PMC (719-336-8363) 7:00-9:00 A
Library Tiny Tots Story Hour 10:00 A
Thursday, April 3
Elks Bingo 7:00 P
Friday, April 4
Library Story Hour 10:00 A
Saturday, April 5
Free Dump Weekend 8:30 A - 3:30 P
Sunday, April 6
Free Dump Weekend 12:30 P - 3:30 P
Monday, April 7
Prowers County Genealogical Society Meeting 6:00 P
Tuesday, April 8
Eagles Bingo 7:00 P
Wednesday, April 9
Health Fair Screenings - PMC (719-336-8363) 7:00-9:00 A
Library Tiny Tots Story Hour 10:00 A
Thursday, April 10
Elks Bingo 7:00 P
Friday, April 11
National Pet Day
Lamar Story Hour 10:00 A
Saturday, April 12
Free Dump Weekend 8:30 A - 3:30 P
Sunday, April 13
Free Dump Weekend 12:30 P - 3:30 P
Monday, April 14
City Council Regular Meeting 7:00 P
Lamar Schools Board Meeting 5:30 P
Tuesday, April 15
SBDC Ribbon Cutting - Lamar Full-Time Office 11:00-1:00 P
World Art Day
Tax Day
Lodging Panel Board Meeting 4:00 P
Eagles Bingo 7:00 P
Wednesday, April 16
Health Fair Screenings - PMC (719-336-8363) 7:00-9:00 A
Library Tiny Tots Story Hour 10:00 A
Thursday, April 17
Elks Bingo 7:00 P
Friday, April 18
Library Story Hour 10:00 A
Saturday, April 19
Free Dump Weekend 8:30 A - 3:30 P
Sunday, April 20
Easter
Monday, April 21
PEP Board Meeting 12:00 P
Lamar Chamber Board Meeting 6:00 P
Tuesday, April 22
Earth Day
Eagles Bingo 7:00 P
Wednesday, April 23
Health Fair Screenings - PMC (719-336-8363) 7:00-9:00 A
Library Tiny Tots Story Hour 10:00 A
Thursday, April 24
Elks Bingo 7:00 P
Friday, April 25
Arbor Day
Library Story Hour 10:00 A
Saturday, April 26
Free Dump Weekend 8:30 A - 3:30 P
Sunday, April 27
Free Dump Weekend 12:30 P - 3:30 P
Monday, April 28
City Council Regular Meeting 7:00 P
Tuesday, April 29
Eagles Bingo 7:00 P
Wednesday, April 30
Health Fair Screenings - PMC (719-336-8363) 7:00-9:00 A
Library Tiny Tots Story Hour 10:00 A
Adjustments and Appeals Board 6:00 P
We want to hear from you!
Do you have a city or community event that you’d like published in Lamar’s community calendar?
Please send email requests to info@ci.lamar.co.us.


