Beginning at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, May 18, Thomas Wilson, local conductor of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, will lead listeners through a series of monthly, hour-long listening groups to engage minds and spirits, while studying the composers and music that make up the symphonic genre. Wilson will facilitate the session via Zoom ,with questions answered throughout. Each participant will … [Read More...]
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Celebrate Your Birthday with These Freebies and Deals
If you want to celebrate your birthday with a special treat or meal, just look at the list we've collated -- 79 places where you can get birthday freebies and deals. In many cases, you have to be a member of their rewards or loyalty clubs. The month of your birthday you’ll receive some sort of email you can exchange for your free stuff. Many of these offers are valid during your entire birthday … [Read More...]
Wednesday Wellness Walks Target Toward Aging Well
The Wellness Wednesday Walks program at Garden of the Gods is targeted towards healthy aging. to participate in this FREE Program, arrive at the Upper Level of Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center, Wednesdays beginning at 9:15am. Pre-registration is NOT required. Join for a series of Movement Flows & Stretches in our Red Rocks Room at 9:30am, followed by a Hike in the Park. For … [Read More...]
Fountain Library Hosts Vaccine Clinic Wednesday
Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) will host COVID-19 vaccine clinics in partnership with Governor Polis’ Vaccines for All plan. The next clinic takes place from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Fountain Library on Wed., May 19. Vaccinators administrating the first dose of the Pfizer vaccine while supplies last. Appointments are required and can be made online in English or Spanish through the State of … [Read More...]
Spring is Here: Time to Be Bear Aware
Photo: CPW As the weather continues to warm up throughout Colorado, reports of bear sightings are starting to trickle into wildlife offices throughout the state. So now is the time for everyone in Colorado to shift back into bear-aware mode, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW). Bird feeders are a major source of bear conflicts. You can instead attract birds naturally with … [Read More...]
Dunkin Debuts Coconut Refreshers for Summer Sipping
The demand for non-dairy options continues to grow among consumers, so the popular donut shop is adding more choices to its menu to keep customers refreshed. To kick off the summer season, they have just added coconut milk as an alternative to dairy in any of its beverages. To coincide with the new tropical option, Dunkin’ is serving colorful new Coconut Refreshers. Customers can enjoy the … [Read More...]
Apply Now for Workforce Center Grants to Businesses
The Pikes Peak Workforce Center has $50,000 in funding for Retail & Hospitality businesses, made possible by Walmart’s Lives Empowered and the Colorado Workforce Development Council. The deadline for businesses to submit an application is Tuesday, May 25, 2021. Lives Empowered brings together retail and hospitality businesses interested in working collaboratively to increase economic … [Read More...]
Applebee’s Hosts National Hiring Day on Monday
Applebee’s wants to welcome you to the neighborhood! On Monday, May 17, Applebee’s will host a National Hiring Day event at franchise and company-operated restaurants nationwide to make it easy for interested candidates to start their career at Applebee’s. During this event, every candidate 18 years or older who receives an interview will receive a voucher for a free appetizer as part of … [Read More...]
Mobile Vaccination Unit at Bus Terminal on Thursday
Individuals who haven’t yet received their COVID-19 vaccine can get it conveniently and without an appointment at the mobile vaccination site at the downtown bus terminal, Thursday May 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Anyone over the age of 18 can get vaccinated at the downtown bus terminal. This clinic will use the Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccine. It will be free to all and no identification … [Read More...]
Melting Pot Shows Off New BFFF Menu on Wednesdays
Photo: Melting Pot Starting May 12, the BFFF menu will be offered on Wednesdays, which The Melting Pot has declared as Wednesday Friends Day. Diners can bring their besties to The Melting Pot for a three-course menu of cheese fondue, salad, and chocolate fondue, plus a choice of cocktails or wine. A four-course version includes an entrée from The Melting Pot’s à la carte menu. The enhanced … [Read More...]
Crocs Donating Free Shoes to Healthcare Workers Now
Photo: Crocs Healthcare workers definitely do lots of walking in their professional life, so there’s no better way to thank them than with a complimentary pair of comfortable shoes. In 2020, Colorado-based Crocs donated more than 860,000 FREE pairs of shoes to healthcare workers on the frontlines of the pandemic. Now, just one year later, they continue to show their gratitude by doing it … [Read More...]
Like Pikes Peak on the Cheap? Tell Your Friends!
Do you like the deals and freebies we tell you about? Have you taken advantage of a bargain, coupon offer or other money-saving tip? Then tell everybody about us! That's the only way we can keep on doing this. Tell your family and friends about us on your Facebook page or Twitter account. Tell them to take a look at us ... we think they'll like what they see. Just have them go to … [Read More...]
Norwegian Cruise Lines Contest Rewards Great Teachers
In recognition and celebration of the countless teachers who have spent the last 15 months giving their all to students across the U.S. and Canada during these unprecedented times, Norwegian Cruise Line, the innovator in global cruise travel, today announced the relaunch of its "Norwegian's Giving JoyTM" contest, which provides educators with free cruises and a chance to win up to $25,000 for … [Read More...]