The publisher, staff and board of the Pikes Peak Bulletin invite Westside residents, business owners and anyone else who’s interested to “PPB in the OCC.” The public meeting is scheduled for 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17, at The Sluice, 2752 W. Colorado Ave.

The Bulletin’s mission includes covering the news and the people who make Old Colorado City and the Westside special. We want to hear your ideas, answer your questions, collaborate and brainstorm.

State Rep. Marc Snyder and City Councilor Michelle Talarico have confirmed that they will be there. Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade has strong interest in attending, Paravicini’s will furnish light appetizers.

The schedule: meet and greet 5:30-6:30 p.m.; presentation 6:30-7 p.m.; and a question-and-answer session 7-7:30 p.m. Parking will be available in the Paravicini’s parking lot behind The Sluice.

Information: pikespeakbulletin.org.