Inside COS Town Tidings Issue #020

💥 Who Should We Feature?
🤣 Today’s Chuckle
📆 Upcoming Events - updated daily
🤶 Holiday Craft Fairs
🌞 COS Weather - Sunny but chilly
📉 TABOR Refunds vs. Property Taxes: The Proposition HH Predicament!
🛒 Saving Big at My BargainMart: Colorado Springs' Community Store!
🏡💀 Unpermitted Haunted Houses Face Hefty Fines in Colorado Springs! 
👏Golden Perspectives: Aging with Grace and Vitality (Part 2)
Elevate Your Mind: Cultivating Mental Agility
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Upcoming COS Area Events

• Oct 31st - Nov 4th, 6-11:30 PM Wrong Turn Haunted Maze in downtown Colorado Springs' CO.A.T.I. complex $25

• Oct 31st, 2:30-7:30 PM: Indoor Family Halloween Festival 2023 w/Connecting Communities @SoccerHaus COS 

  • Free—Event is FREE, but registration is required

• Oct 31st, 2-5 PM (every Tues - Sun ongoing): 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour $69 - Family Friendly

• Oct 31st, 5-7 PM: Trunk or Treat @The Salvation Army FREE

• Nov 1st, 4th, 5th, 8th, 11th, 12th, 1-2 PM (8th is 2-3 PM): Leaf Peepers at Garden of the Gods $5

• Nov 1st, 7 PM: The Complaint Department: A FREE Comedy Show @Vultures Must be 18+ yrs old

• Nov 2nd, 8:30 PM: Comedy Night: Cam Bertrand @Notes $25

• Nov 7th, 4-6 PM: Children's Mindfulness, Bear Creek Nature Center ages 5-10 with parent. Registration required + fee

• Nov 11th, 10 AM-1 PM: Medicare Health Plan Expo @Southeast Armed Services YMCA (Spanish available)

• Nov 18th, 6-9 PM: Murder Mystery Night: High Noon at Dead Mans Saloon @Goat Patch Brewing Company (ages 21+) $40 fee

🧵🍂 Upcoming Holiday Craft Fairs 🤶🧶

•  Nov. 1-5: Black Forest Arts and Crafts Guild Fall Show and Sale — 4-7 PM Nov. 1; 9 AM -7 PM Nov. 2-4; 10 AM -2 p.m. Nov. 5

• Nov. 4-5: Chipita Park Association's Arts & Crafts Fair — 9 AM - 4 PM Nov. 4; 10 AM - 3 PM Nov. 5

• Nov. 4: African Marketplace — Noon - 4 PM, Hillside Community Center, 925 S. Institute St.

• Nov. 10-12: Colorado Country Christmas Gift Show — 10 AM - 5 PM Nov. 10 and 12; 10 AM - 6 PM Nov. 11, Colorado Springs Event Center, $11.50, free for ages 13 and younger.

• Nov. 11: Antelope Ridge Holiday Bazaar and Craft Show — 9 AM - 2 PM, Antelope Ridge, 4001 Gray Fox Heights

• Nov. 18: Holiday Craft Show — 10 AM - 3 PM, Fountain Creek Nature Center, 320 Peppergrass Lane, Fountain

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📉TABOR Refunds vs. Property Taxes: The Proposition HH Predicament! 

Proposition HH, a significant topic in the upcoming election, offers a trade-off for Colorado taxpayers. If passed, it would ease property tax bills for homeowners by utilizing 20% of TABOR refunds for local governments and allocating $20 million for rental assistance and educational programs. If the proposition fails, homeowners could face rising property tax rates every two years. Republicans propose alternatives, including expanding homestead exemptions, while another group advocates for a cap on annual property tax increases.

🛒 Saving Big at My BargainMart: Colorado Springs' Community Store!

My BargainMart in Colorado Springs offers significantly reduced-price groceries, clothing, and supplements, with items often priced at half the rates of nearby stores. Owner Jim Krug, motivated by a commitment to community well-being, ensures affordability for customers. The store, a haven for budget-conscious shoppers, provides access to essential items while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere and expanded operating hours. Visit My BargainMart website.

🏡💀 Unpermitted Haunted Houses Face Hefty Fines in Colorado Springs!

The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) has warned that several haunted houses operating without permits face fines up to $2,500 and possible jail time. Haunted houses run by homeowners pose higher risks due to limited exits and occupancy exceeding residential limits. Homeowners like Ben Skee, previously exempt from permits, had to alter their displays after the CSFD crackdown. Despite concerns, the fire department maintains equal regulations for both houses and commercial properties.

👏Golden Perspectives: Aging with Grace and Vitality (Part 2)

Welcome to Day 2 of our series! Today, we delve into the art of cultivating mental agility.

Elevate Your Mind: Cultivating Mental Agility

Just as physical exercise keeps your body fit, engaging your mind in stimulating activities is vital for a vibrant, active brain. Let's explore how to keep your mental faculties sharp and agile, ensuring your golden years are brimming with intellectual curiosity and vitality. Try these:

1. Engage in Brain Games: Challenge your mind with puzzles, Sudoku, or brain-teasing games. Regular mental exercises enhance cognitive functions and keep your brain sharp.

2. Read Widely: Explore various genres and topics in books, newspapers, or online articles (this newsletter counts 🤗). Reading diverse content stimulates different areas of your brain, fostering mental flexibility.

3. Learn a New Skill: Embrace lifelong learning by picking up a new hobby or skill. Whether it's painting, playing a musical instrument, or mastering a new language, learning keeps your mind active and engaged.

4. Socialize and Discuss: Engage in discussions with friends or join book clubs, Bridge or discussion groups. Sharing ideas and perspectives challenges your mind, encouraging critical thinking and mental stimulation.

5. Stay Curious: Cultivate a curious mindset about the world. Ask questions, seek out new experiences, and remain open to learning. Curiosity not only enriches your life but also keeps your brain vibrant.

6. Meditate for Clarity: Practice mindfulness meditation to enhance focus and clarity. Meditation reduces stress, improves concentration, and promotes overall mental well-being.

Stay tuned for tomorrow where we'll explore the transformative benefits of exercise for your body and mind, ensuring you maintain vitality and overall health in your senior and golden years! 🏋️‍♂️🧠

_{**Information in this newsletter is NOT meant to diagnose or treat any condition nor is it medical advise. Please consult your physician before making any changes to your current lifestyle.} 

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