Traditional summer programs from hikes to evening presentations at the amphitheater are back on the daily schedule at Mueller State Park and August is packed with offerings to interest history buffs and nature lovers. A wide variety of programs is being offered by Mueller staff and volunteers to get you out hiking, looking, learning and […]
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Donate Water and Get a Free Firehouse Sub on Aug. 7
Firemen can always use more water. However, in this case, it’s not to put out a fire, but to help those in need. On Aug. 7, Firehouse Subs is collecting unopened cases of bottled water, as part of its annual “H2O for Heroes” campaign. Customers who bring in an unopened 24-pack of bottled water for donation […]
A&W Giving Away Root Beer Floats This Friday
August 6 is National Root Beer Float Day and every seasoned bargain hunter knows that means you head for A&W. Since its first tiny root beer stand in 1919, A&W Restaurants’ signature beverage is still made fresh on-site with real cane sugar and a proprietary blend of herbs, bark, spices and berries. To celebrate the […]
Downtown Celebrates First Friday with New Entertainment
Photo courtesy of Downtown Colorado Springs First Friday Downtown on August 6 features new art exhibits, live music and special events at galleries, retailers and nonprofits in the heart of the city. Free and open to the public, First Friday Downtown offers cultural activities on the first Friday of every month 5-8 p.m. at venues […]
First Friday Art Walk Returns to Old Colorado City
It’s baaaack! ArtWalk returns to Old Colorado City from 5 to 8 p.m. .on first Fridays of every month. In Old Colorado City, our Galleries and Boutiques are preparing special artistic showings and original offers. Lots of discounts on original art are being offered. Please observe current COVID protocols. Visit our Facebook Page
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Try Packing a Healthy but Tasty Lunch Your Kid Will Eat
If your child regularly brings their lunch to school, you’ve faced the “what to pack” dilemma. You want to pack something nutritious, but you also need to be sure your kids will eat it. A thrown-out lunch does nothing for your child’s health or your wallet; it’s basically cash in the trash. In addition to providing […]
Cinemark Hosts Summer Movie Program for Kids
Once again, Cinemark is opening the doors on its popular (and budget-friendly!) Summer Movie Clubhouse with 8 family-friendly flicks for just $1.50 each. That makes the entire summer series just $12 per person — definitely blockbuster savings! NThe 8-week summer film fest runs every Wednesday from June 16 to Aug. 4, with screenings at various start times — usually in the morning or […]
Visit National Parks for Free on Designated Days
Once again, the National Park Service is offering a series of free entrance days for 2021, when entry into all 423 NPS sites will be free of charge. About 300 national parks are free all the time, but about a third do charge entrance fees ranging from $5 o $35, depending on the park. But you can go […]
Manitou Library Hosts Outdoor Concerts 8/4 and 8/11
The Pikes Peak Library District presents the final two of the 2021 Manitou Springs Library Lawn Concert Series! Concerts on Wednesday, Aurg. 4 and Wednesday, Aug. 11, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.. at the Manitou Springs Carnegie Library, Manitou Springs. . Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music of this summer concert […]