Tag: Bob Telmosse Christmas Giveaway
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Weekend things to do around Colorado Springs and beyond: Christmas Giveaway, Solstice, Bird Count, Ullr Fest
SATURDAY A 43-year local tradition started by well-known businessman Bob Telmosse after a prank advertisement led him to happily become Santa Bob, the Christmas Giveaway provides gifts for children during a difficult year. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday or until gifts run out, each child present receives a book, a stuffed animal, a…
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Toy drives push for more donations, volunteers, as organizations prepare for gift giveaways
Started in 1923, Christmas Unlimited is one of the region’s oldest charities, serving El Paso and Teller County families in need with various programs. The organization’s Holiday Toy Distribution Program provides free gifts for children whose parents apply through human services agencies, schools and by calling Pikes Peak United Way’s 211 assistance line. Applications are…