The Wellness Council of the Greater Colorado Valley

03/29/2026

03/20/2026

Over 50 Vendors, Health Providers and First Responders have lined up for the 2026 Wellness Council Health Fair on March 28th. This is your opportunity to take advantage of free testing, screening and assessments, learn about providers in our county and gather information all at one location. There is something for everyone in the family including kids. Colorado Valley Transit is providing free rides for those who need assistance. Hope to see you there!

03/05/2026

The Wellness Council Health Fair is just around the Corner. Join us on March 28th from 9:00am-12:00pm on the Colorado County Courthouse Square. We will be on the Milam side of the Square, opposite from the Big Market.

03/05/2026

Reminder: Our Meeting on March 12th will feature Kevin Hillmer, Attorney from Trefny Law Firm. Mr. Hillmer will speak about Legal Matters regarding Estate Planning as well as Emergency and End of Life documents. Join us for this informative presentation.

02/04/2026

Be sure to mark your calendar for the 2nd Annual Health & Wellness Fair on the grounds of the Colorado County Courthouse on March 28th. Once again this event is sponsored by The Wellness Council of Greater Colorado Valley. Check back for details regarding vendors, providers and transportation assistance.

02/04/2026

Mark your calendar for The Wellness Council Meetings indicated below. Each one is planned to keep you informed with current information regarding a variety of wellness topics that matter to you, your family and the community. Don't miss these free and unique opportunities!

01/15/2026

Save the Date!! The Wellness Council is hosting the 2nd Annual Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday March 28, 2026 from 9:00am - 12:00pm on the Milam Street side of the Colorado County Courthouse grounds. There will be opportunities for free testing and screenings, educational material as well as games and activities for the whole family. Habitat for Humanity will also be celebrating their 30th Anniversary with a 5K run/1mile walk that morning. Planning is underway. If you are a provider or vendor and would like to participate, see the flyer below for registration information.

12/18/2025

YouMatter Beard and Mustache Contest is 1 month away! Join us on January 17th, from 2pm-10pm at Freyburg Hall in Schulenburg, hosted by Shannon & Tisha Clinkenbeard. The competition is one of many YouMatter events that bring beard and mustache competitors together across the US. Each event chooses an oranization or charity to support, and The Wellness Council has been the recipient of the proceeds of this awesome event for several years. Their generous donation makes it possible for the Wellness Council to conduct Awareness Campaigns that educate residents on a wide variety of issues that affect mental health.

Schedule of Events:
2pm Doors Open
3pm Craft Whisker Battle Starts
4pm Competition Starts

Costs:
Spectators are Free
Competitors are $20
One category per competitor
Registration: At Event from 2-3:30

Event Categories and Order:

1. Craft Whisker Battle
2. Kids (Limited only by their Imagination) 0-15 years of age
3. Freestyle
4. General Moustache
5. Full Beard Styled Stache
Intermission/Live Auction
6. Goatee
7. Whaler
8. Sideburns/Chops
9. Whiskerina Creative
10. Whiskerina Realistic
Intermission/Live Auction
11. Full Beard 0-4
12. Full Beard 4-8
13. Full Beard 8-12
14. Full Beard over 12
Finale - Best in Show