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• Learn geocaching or take a family hike this weekend

  October 13, 2010 2:42 PM

  The weekend forecast calls for gorgeous weather--perfect for getting outside and enjoying the beauty of Colorado. Cheyenne Mountain State Park has two programs this weekend if you'd like to try something different. On Saturday, Oct.16, at 1:00 p.m., learn the basics of operating a GPS and get some... more »

• Cheyenne Mountain State Park weekend events

  September 9, 2010 4:25 PM

  Labor Day weekend may have been the official end of summer, but nearby Cheyenne Mountain State Park isn't letting up on activities. Here's what's on tap this weekend: Friday, Sept. 10, Concentrating on Constellations Two part program Part I- Meet at Camper Services at 7:00 p.m.... more »

• Get fit in the Garden

  September 7, 2010 3:07 PM

  Too many ice cream cones this summer? Grazed your way through funnel cakes, Indian Fry Bread and turkey legs at the Colorado State Fair? It's time to get back into shape! The Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center will celebrate the first Get Fit at the Garden... more »

• Friday: Stargazer night at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

  August 31, 2010 3:02 PM

  Traverse the night sky through telescopes with the guidance of the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society this Friday at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. The Zoo will host its final Stargazer Night of the year. Cool Science and Science Matters will have fun activities for kids of all ages. Check out... more »

• Cheyenne Mountain State Park offers outdoors activities

  August 12, 2010 9:57 AM

  Summer is winding down, with some local schools already back in session. But Cheyenne Mountain State Park has a flurry of activities coming up over the next several days to take advantage of our long, hot days. The entrance to the park is on Hwy 115, across from Fort... more »

• Protect yourself from rattlesnakes

  August 4, 2010 3:27 PM

  There have been several well-publicized cases of rattlesnake bites in southern Colorado in the past month. All victims are out of the hospital and recovering. If you're interested in learning more about rattlesnakes and how to protect yourself, a naturalist at Cheyenne Mountain State Park will hold a program... more »

• Three armed robberies at Colorado Springs 7-11 stores

  August 3, 2010 12:31 PM

  Three 7-11 stores in Colorado Springs were robbed overnight. No arrests have been made. There were no injuries. In each instance, two armed robbers made off with cash. On Shasta Dr., two black men robbed the store and escaped in a dark colored sedan. On S. Nevada... more »

• Navy League Ball planned in Colorado Springs

  August 3, 2010 11:32 AM

  The 235th birthday of the United States Navy will be celebrated in Colorado Springs with the 2010 Colorado Springs Navy Ball. ADM James Winnefeld, Jr., Commander of NORAD-U.S. NORTHCOM will be the principal speaker. The theme for the Ball is "America's Navy: A Global Force for Good." ... more »

• Guided hike of south slope of Pikes Peak this weekend

  July 29, 2010 10:31 AM

  The south slope of Pikes Peak is closed to the general public. But you have the opportunity to hike the beautiful, rugged terrain this summer, in a series of guided hikes. One will be this Saturday, July 31. The South Slope ranges from 10,500' to 12,000'. Hike participants will... more »

• Meet Olympian Rachael Flatt Wednesday

  July 28, 2010 1:09 PM

  In an event designed for kids, Colorado Springs Olympian Rachael Flatt will appear at the World Figure Skating Museum Wednesday, July 28. Flatt is a spokesperson for Reading is Fundamental, the oldest and largest nonprofit reading organization in the US. Visitors will learn about the steps and training... more »

• Fun for Kids: Art Lessons

  July 28, 2010 11:18 AM

  Kids bored? The Starsmore Discovery Center is offering Children's Art Lessons Saturday, July 31 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Art professional, teacher and exceptionally talented painter Dave Koller will be in the Starsmore gardens to lead a watercolor painting lesson on for kids 9 -15 years old.... more »

• Local festival raised $25,000 for charity

  July 28, 2010 11:03 AM

  If you hoisted a few pints last weekend, you contributed to a successful event that raised $25,000 for charity. The 2010 Springs Beer Fest in Antlers Park drew 1,800 attendees. The $25,000 raised is being donated to Friends of Cheyenne Canon, a non-profit organization and conservation group that... more »

• International Music Festival in Colorado Springs

  July 26, 2010 10:55 AM

  Performers from Japan, Australia, Kyrgyzstan and Mexico are all in Colorado Springs this week for the Pikes Peak International Music Festival in Harmony. The Colorado Springs Children's Chorale is hosting the festival which includes events throughout the week including: Tuesday, July 27, 7:00 p.m.: Opening Ceremony - The... more »

• Fiddles, Vittles and Vino at Rock Ledge Ranch

  July 23, 2010 1:27 PM

  The 6th Annual Fiddles, Vittles and Vino Event will be held at Rock Ledge Ranch in Colorado Springs this Sunday. The event will include food from more than 25 restaurants, beer and wine tasting and music by several bluegrass bands. The event runs from 2-8 pm. Rock Ledge... more »

• Colorado Springs Beer Fest this weekend

  July 22, 2010 2:46 PM

  If you love micro-brews, this is your weekend to sample lots of beers and mingle with like-minded aficionados. The Springs Beer Fest will be held Saturday at Antlers Park in downtown Colorado Springs. You may sample beers from more than 30 brewers eat amazing food and enjoy live music.... more »

• Fun for Kids: Cheyenne Canon Camp

  July 15, 2010 1:36 PM

  If you're ready to get the kids out of the house an into a fun, educational activity, the Cheyenne Cañon Camp is closing in. The camp runs July 19-23, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Kids will spend their time investigating the natural wonders of the Cañon most of... more »

• Summer Fun: Junior Ranger Program at Cheyenne Mtn State Park

  July 7, 2010 1:48 PM

  Cheyenne Mountain State Park in Colorado Springs has come up with a way to back-back summer boredom for kids. Each Saturday a different Junior Ranger topic is offered. Junior Ranger Handbooks are available at the Visitor Center or Camper Services. Complete the activities in the handbook (for ages 7-12... more »

• Fun for Kids: Tipi raising and Ute Heritage Workshop

  July 7, 2010 11:11 AM

  If your kids are starting to get bored, here's a fun activity that sneaks-in some education. The Starsmore Discovery Center in Colorado Springs will hold a Tipi Raising and Ute Heritage Workshop on Saturday, July 17, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Kids will put up a real Ute Indian... more »

• Geology Walk at Garden of the Gods

  July 6, 2010 2:17 PM

  Find out more about the geology of Garden of the Gods on a guided tour of the park Tuesday evening at 6:30 pm. The tour will be led by Jay Perkins, through the Central Garden. For more information or to make a reservation, phone 219-0108. more »

• Teddy Bear Days at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

  June 16, 2010 3:31 PM

  The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo's popular Teddy Bear Days, usually held in July, have been moved to June this year. Children under 12 who are accompanied by a teddy bear or other stuffed animal receive Zoo admission for just $3 June 26-27. Special activities are planned both days from 10... more »

• Hike for Habitat in Colorado Springs

  June 10, 2010 12:50 PM

  Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity will hold its annual Hike for Habitat in Colorado Springs this Saturday at America the Beautiful Park. The charity builds simple, affordable houses for low-income families in El Paso County.Since 1986, they've built 99 homes. The 4.5 mile walk will go through America... more »

• Rock Ledge Ranch open for the summer

  June 9, 2010 3:41 PM

  Colorado Springs' living history museum, the Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site, is open for the summer. For the young and young-at-heart, costumed interpreters will tell the stories and demonstrate work, tools, and abilities of local residents through four time periods, from the 1700s through the first half of the... more »

• Ft. Carson memorial service for fallen soldiers

  June 9, 2010 9:06 AM

  Fort Carson will hold a memorial service at 11:00 Wednesday morning for three fallen soldiers. The troops were killed in Afghanistan. Soldiers being memorialized are: Sgt. Grant A. Wichmann - 3rd Squadron, 61st Cavalry Field Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division Sgt. Nathan P. Kennedy -... more »

• Photography Walk at Garden of the Gods Wednesday

  June 8, 2010 4:20 PM

  If you enjoy photography, take a hike with like-minded locals in Garden of the Gods Wednesday. The hike will be on Palmer Trail, led by Paul deBerjeois. The hike gets underway at 9 am. For more information or reservations, phone 219-0108. more »

• Guided bird walk at Cheyenne Mtn State Park Wednesday

  June 1, 2010 12:03 PM

  Summer is here, the weather is gorgeous and here's a great chance to get out and enjoy nature. Cheyenne Mountain State Park will hold Guided Bird Walks every Wednesday morning in June. You'll learn how to identify both resident and migratory birds. Your stroll will take you through fields... more »

• Cog Railway train safely off the Peak

  May 24, 2010 4:37 PM

  Colorado Springs is packed with out-of-town visitors as family and friends prepare for Wednesday's graduation at the Air Force Academy. Dozens of tourists got more excitement than they expected when their Cog Railway train was trapped on Pikes Peak for a time by a downed power line and grass fires.... more »

• Free Garden of the Gods program Tuesday

  May 24, 2010 11:48 AM

  Do you ever wonder about the animals that you see while hiking through Garden of the Gods? If so, you can get your questions answered Tuesday by Bret Tennis, Program Coordinator for the Park. Tennis will discuss wildlife diversity during Lunch and a Look Tuesday at 11 am, Garden... more »

• Benefit ballet performance in Colorado Springs Sunday

  May 13, 2010 3:13 PM

  The Colorado Springs City Ballet will present Talk of the Town , a ballet and contemporary dance performance Sunday. The show is free, but donations for Ronald McDonald House are requested. The performance will be at the Doherty High School Auditorium, 4515 Barnes Road, Colorado Springs beginning at 4:30.... more »

• John Andretti to drive pace car for Pikes Peak Hillclimb

  May 12, 2010 3:50 PM

  A member of one auto racing's most successful families will drive the official pace car on June 27 to open the 88th Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. John Andretti will be behind the wheel to start the Race To The Clouds in Colorado Springs. The Hill Climb is the nation's... more »

• Beethoven's Eroica at Pikes Peak Center this weekend

  May 12, 2010 1:10 PM

  The Colorado Springs Philharmonic will perform classical compositions in concert this Saturday at the Pikes Peak Center. The orchestra will play Beethoven's Symphony No. 3 "Eroica" and Elliott Carter's Variations for Orchestra. Discounts are offered for students, active military personnel, and seniors -- those discounts are available at... more »

• A glimpse at General Palmer's family life

  May 10, 2010 3:37 PM

  If you're a local history buff, you have a chance to learn more about General Palmer's family life from Susan Fletcher, historian at Glen Eyrie. Fletcher's insights come from the diary of Dorothy Comyns Carr, as she presents "Two Twenty-Something Girls Talking About Glen Eyrie." Her lecture will be... more »

• Rep. Apuan to hold Town Hall Meeting Saturday

  May 7, 2010 10:59 AM

  If you want your voice heard, Rep. Dennis Apuan will hold a town hall meeting on senior issues Saturday at Ruth Holley Library, 685 North Murray Blvd. in Colorado Springs. The meeting will be held 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Expert panelists from Colorado AARP and the Pikes Peak Council... more »

• Sugarland coming to the Colorado Springs World Arena

  April 30, 2010 11:26 AM

  Country super-duo Sugarland will perform at the Colorado Springs World Arena May 8, as part of their North American tour, The Incredible Machine. "This new tour is a thrill for me," said Jennifer Nettles. "It will reflect our latest writing and surprises to come for the new record, the... more »

• Sweet Adelines harmonizing in Colorado Springs

  April 29, 2010 3:00 PM

  If you love the sweet sound of harmony, the Sweet Adelines convention and competition is going on this weekend at the Pikes Peak Center in Colorado Springs. The singers are divided into quartets and choruses. Tickets are available at the door, or click here to purchase in advance.... more »

• Colorado Springs planting trees Friday

  April 29, 2010 12:14 PM

  Colorado Springs has a long history as a promoter of trees--this year the city celebrates its 33rd year as a "Tree City USA" and Colorado Springs Utilities' award for the 15th year as "Tree Line USA." Friday, the city will celebrate Arbor Day by planting trees and honoring the... more »

• Watershed Access Concept Plan revised

  April 26, 2010 3:53 PM

  Colorado Springs Utilities is revising the Watershed Access Concept Plan. Based on public feedback received on the Concept Plan, the following modifications are being considered. * Negotiate limited hunting possibility with the Colorado Division of Wildlife * Extend the proposed route for the Ute Indian trail to the... more »

• Free wildlife discussion at Garden of the Gods

  April 26, 2010 12:24 PM

  If you've wondered aout the wildlife in Garden of the Gods, attend a free program Thursday at Garden of the Gods Visitor Center. The weekly Lunch and Look at the Garden will feature slides and a discussion of popular species which reside in the Park. Bret Tennis, park program... more »

• Lemony Snicket at the Pikes Peak Center Sunday

  April 22, 2010 1:10 PM

  This theatrical adaptation of The New York Times best-selling picture book The Composer is Dead is appropriate for all ages, but written especially for children 4-7. There is a mystery to solve at Symphony Hall, and the suspects are all lurking somewhere onstage! Follow the Inspector as he interrogates... more »

• Arsenic and Old Lace opens Thursday in Colorado Springs

  April 20, 2010 1:08 PM

  One of the best loved comedies of the American stage will begin a 19-performance run Thursday at Theatreworks in Colorado Springs. Arsenic and Old Lace is the story of two sweet old ladies who serve up homemade elderberry wine. Only problem--the bodies in the basement. Then there's their nephew... more »

• Glenn Miller Orchestra coming to Colorado Springs

  April 9, 2010 1:19 PM

  String of Pearls, Moonlight Serendade, In the Mood and Chattanooga Choo Choo are all instantly recognizable songs to fans of Big Band and Swing music. All of these songs were popularized by the Glenn Miller Orchestra. The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra will perform in Colorado Springs April 18... more »