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Get Free Parks Pass, Backpack at Library

The Pikes Peak Library District is urging you to visit Colorado’s state parks. And they;’re making it free and easy to do. Reserve your free State Parks Pass and Backpack today by clicking here! This program is a partnership with the Colorado Department of Education, State Library, local library systems, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife. […]

Posted by Linda on August 18, 2017 | Updated August 21, 2017 Filed Under: Family fun · Nature/outdoors

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.

Posted by Linda on February 20, 2017 | Updated February 16, 2017 Filed Under: Attractions · Dining out · Entertainment · Family fun · Home services · Lodging Deals · Military discounts · Miscellaneous · Music · Retail bargains

Get to the Library for Free Children’s Programs

It’s easy to keep kids entertained with local library programs, and they’re FREE. Between Penrose Library, East Library, Library 21c and all the branches, there are programs almost every day somewhere. The list is way too long to publish here …. so for all the kids’ programs at the library, go ONLINE.

Posted by Linda on January 21, 2016 | Updated January 18, 2016 Filed Under: Family fun · Kids and teens · Literary

Garden of the Gods Great for Hiking, Wildlife

It’s a city park that vies with national parks for stunning beauty. We’re talking, of course, about the Garden of the Gods. The Colorado Springs city park not only has acres of gorgeous and sometimes whimsical red sandstone formations, but also plenty of acreage for hiking and mountain biking. Take a ranger-guided tour if you […]

Posted by Linda on August 16, 2015 | Updated August 5, 2015 Filed Under: Attractions · Family fun · Nature/outdoors

Explore Colorado Trails — It’s Fun & Usually Free

Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages outdoor enthusiasts and recreationists get out and enjoy Colorado’s trails. Get outdoors and experience the unique panorama of Colorado while horseback riding, hiking, biking or off-highway vehicle riding on more than 30,000 miles of trails throughout the state.Accept the challenge to explore a nearby trail, learn a new outdoor skills, or […]

Posted by Linda on August 14, 2015 | Updated August 5, 2015 Filed Under: Family fun · Nature/outdoors

Take a Ranger-Guided Tour at Florissant Fossil Beds

Looking for a fun way to spend a day? Take a ranger-guided tour at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument in Florissant.  A variety of  programs will be offered throughout the summer which includes ranger talks, guided walks, science demonstrations at an excavation site, a fossil discovery lab and much more. Call ahead for times and schedules. […]

Posted by Linda on August 6, 2015 | Updated November 16, 2015 Filed Under: Attractions · Family fun · Nature/outdoors

Golden Makes a Great Day Trip with Free Fun for All

Looking for an inexpensive day trip? Think about the town of Golden, just west of Denver. They have a dozen or more things to do that don’t cost a dime. Visit the Coors Brewery for a FREE tour and a sample or two.  Take a FREE tour of the historic Boettcher mansion, view a buffalo herd,.or […]

Posted by Linda on May 29, 2015 | Updated May 26, 2015 Filed Under: Arts & Culture · Attractions · Family fun · Travel

Get Fit with Yoga at Cheyenne Mountain Park

Fall means fun at Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Celebrate the changing seasons with yoga in the park, geocaching and family mystery hikes.  Every Wednesdays and Saturdays at 9 a.m., enjoy Yoga in the Park at the Visitor Center. Beginners welcome. Occasionally, classes are moved or cancelled so call ahead at 576-2016 or go online to […]

Posted by Linda on April 20, 2015 | Updated May 7, 2015 Filed Under: Family fun · Kids and teens · Nature/outdoors

Tour FAC Galleries the Third Saturday of Each Month

  Want to know more about art? Take a family-oriented tour of the galleries of the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, 20 W. Dale St. Integrating art and learning you will explore Native American, Hispanic, Latin American, and Modern American Art.Explore the Tactile Gallery for a hands-on art experience and see the newly installed John James […]

Posted by Linda on April 14, 2015 | Updated June 1, 2015 Filed Under: Arts & Culture · Attractions · Education · Family fun

Check Out Library 21c’s Maker Spaces for Creative Activities

Library 21c has two makerspaces available for public use at no cost, Make and Make II. In order to use any machine in either space, you must first take the Makerspace Safety Class and then contact them to make an appointment. Due to popularity and demand, they have a queue for appointments with staff for use of […]

Posted by Linda on November 30, 2014 | Updated June 1, 2015 Filed Under: Arts & Culture · Classes · Family fun · Hobbies

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