It’s a new year, and that means it’s time to get your financial house in order. No matter what mistakes you made last year, you get a do-over this year. The beginning of the year is a great time to make changes that will boost your bottom line going forward. But before you can make a plan to save money, you have to find out where your money’s going. If you use an online budget tool or computer … [Read More...]
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G/G Shows Film Free to Furloughed Folks
The Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center is offering FREE movie tickets for the short film “How Did Those Red Rocks Get There” to furloughed federal employees and their immediate family members. To be eligible please present a valid federal I.D. badge. The movie runs every twenty minutes in the lower level Geo-Trekker theater. The Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center is the … [Read More...]
View Lunar Eclipse at Garden of Gods
Want to see a Total Lunar Eclipse? Join the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center from 7 to 11 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20, to learn about lunar eclipses before viewing the phenomenon in person. The opportunity includes celestial views through binoculars and high-powered telescopes. The event is free to the public and no reservations are required. … [Read More...]
Dance Troupe Performs at CC for MLK Day
The famous Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble will perform at Colorado College on Jan. 21. Special Guests: Colorado Springs Chapter Choir of the Gospel Music Workshop of America, Inc. The Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble is internationally esteemed as one of America’s foremost modern dance companies. The ensemble performs a dynamic body of works inspired by the African-American experience and … [Read More...]
Arby’s Offers Mix-and-Match Deal
Arby's is offering new savings to its fans. For a limited time, get a Beef ‘n Cheddar Classic sandwich, Classic Roast Beef sandwich, Crispy Fish sandwich and/or Loaded Curly Fries for 2 for $5 at participating locations. Get two of the same or mix & match. The savings are in the bag, given some of the sandwiches are around $4 alone. (You must buy two items, to get the discounted … [Read More...]
Help Available for Furloughed Employees
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Catch Program on the Moon at AFA
The U.S. Air Force Academy has created a special opportunity to chat with the Academy’s observatory director. Visitors will enjoy a showing of the film “Eclipses and Phases of the Moon” in the newly-renovated USAFA planetarium. Afterward, Dr. Devin Della-Rose, USAFA’s observatory director, will venture outside as guests view the eclipse with unaided eyes as well as through telescopes. There is no … [Read More...]
Teen Read Poetry at HOB Downtown
Local teen poets and their mentor Luke Cissel, will read from and discuss their new book, The Story of Us, life after loss, poems by detained teens awaiting trial or transfer, from noon to 3 p.m., Saturday Jan. 19, at Hooked on Books downtown store, 12 E. Bijou St. For more information contact Luke Cissel at goldinlox@gmail.com. Reserve your copies at HOB by calling 719-419-7660. Easy parking … [Read More...]
Money Museum’s Free on 3rd Saturdays
If you haven't visited one of Colorado Springs' unique museums, the Money Museum of the National Numismatic Association, which offers FREE admission once a month. Doors of the museum, 818 N. Cascade Ave., open at 10 a.m. that day. Explore the world of money for FREE on the third Saturday of each month. See rare and unusual coins. Check out the beautiful Bass Gallery and see how U.S. coinage has … [Read More...]
Taco Bell Adds to Cravings Menu
Taco Bell is expanding its dollar menu. The popular fast-food restaurant continues its popular dollar-value menu. There are now 13 items on its $1 Cravings Menu, including: Three Cheese Nacho Grande Burrito; Chicken Enchilada Grande Burrito; Beefy Fritos Burrito; Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla; and Cheesy Bean & Rice Burrito. With just a few bucks, you can definitely grab a “cheap” and … [Read More...]
Take wolf Moon Hike at Nature Center
Take a Wolf Moon Hike from 7 to 9 p.m. on January 19, at Fountain Creek Nature Center, which offers an array of year-round educational experiences and exhibits. Join an onsite naturalist for an indoor discussion followed by an easy, guided hike. Hikers will learn the different names for moon phases and be able to test their knowledge along the moonlit trail. … [Read More...]
Visit the FAC Free on 3rd Fridays
Museum Free Days at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center give access to the FAC’s general admission offerings to the widest possible audiences in the Pikes Peak region. Doors open at 10 a.m. There will be artist demonstrations at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The center is located at 30 W. Dale St. … [Read More...]
Library 21c Hosts 2nd Sunday Concerts
Head to the library for its FREE 2nd Sunday Concert series highlighting local musicians. It's happening at Library 21c, 1175 Chapel Hills Drive, 2-3 p.m. on the second Sunday of every month. For more information, call 884-9800. … [Read More...]