Entertainment

Entertain Kids for FREE on Break

There are dozens of things to do with kids over the holiday break – and many of them are FREE. First of all,, check the local library schedules for endless entertainment for everyone from toddlers to teens. Go to www.ppld.org to see what’s happening. Also, the El Paso County nature centers at Bear Creek and […]

First Fridays Feature Art, Culture Downtown

First Friday Downtown in Colorado Springs features gallery openings, meet-the-artist events, performances and cultural activities the first Friday of every month from 5 to 8 p.m. at galleries, retailers, and venues throughout Downtown Colorado Springs. Find a complete listing of First Friday events on the Downtown Colorado Springs’ website. Enjoy the openings on your own, or […]

FAC Hosts Friday Night Art Parties

Love art? Don’t miss the First Friday Art Parties at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. The parties include artist talks and demonstrations, music, exclusive giveaways to FAC events, a cash bar, dinner menu, and the stunning ambiance offered at this historic venue. Both the Deco Lounge and Museum Shop participate in First Friday, featuring art […]

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.

Senior Center Offers Endless Options

Are you 55 or older? Do you want to challenge your brain by experiencing something new? Is the creative side of you ready to explore new worlds on a canvas? Are you looking for a fun social outlet? Have you wanted to participate in an exercise or dance class? Then the Colorado Springs Senior Center […]

Focus on Enjoying Life

When it comes time to make New Year’s resolutions, we often focus on self-improvement: losing weight, having more fun, getting organized. But don’t forget that it’s important to do things that make you happy. That’s why you should make a resolution this year to have more fun and do more of the things that make […]

Save 8 Ways at Regal Cinemas

Saving money at the box office can be as tricky as a suspense thriller…or full of laughs like a comedy. However, here are 8 ways you can be a superstar saver at the box office. Even those who must see a film on opening weekend can still save a few bucks. The key is to […]

AMC Theatres Have $5 Ticket & $5 Combos on Tuesdays

Loyalty pays off, especially when it comes to being a member of AMC Stubs Insider. (Membership is FREE for the basic loyalty program.) Every Tuesday, through Oct. 31, AMC Theatres offers members $5 Ticket Tuesdays — get a ticket for just $5. (There is an upcharge for premium formats and special events. Exclusions apply.) Even […]

Throw a Kid’s Birthday Party on a Budget

It seems as if advertisements for kids’ parties are everywhere I go — restaurants, gymnastics studios, the YMCA, hair salons, on and on. It only makes sense that all of these places want in on the kid party scam; they know they can make a fortune hosting one. While it might be easier to have […]

Military Discounts Abundant in the Springs

Military members and their families can take advantage of uncounted discounts through a terrific local Web site, http://springsbargains.com/military-discounts/ I mean, they offer discounts on everything from auto parts to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Get discounts on bikes, books, hair cuts, restaurants — you name it! The list is ever-changing, so check it often.