Inside COS Town Tidings Issue #022

🤣 Today’s Chuckle
💥 Who Should We Feature?
📆 Upcoming Local Events - updated daily
🤶 Holiday Craft Fairs
🌞 COS Weather - another sunny day
⚠️ Plan Ahead: Traffic Impact Expected during Firefighter's Funeral Procession.
💧 Tackling PFAS: Collaborative Effort Targets Contamination at Schriever Space Force Base!
🏫 Polis Reveals Ambitious $45.8B Budget 
👏 Golden Perspectives: Aging with Grace and Vitality (Part 4)
Wanderlust in Your Golden Years: Exploring Without Boundaries 🌍
🎙️ Tell us what you want - Survey

I went to the doctor because I couldn't stop singing "What's New Pussycat?"
👉 He said I had Tom Jones syndrome. It's not unusual! 🤣

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Upcoming COS Area Events

• Nov 2nd - Nov 4th, 6-11:30 PM Wrong Turn Haunted Maze in downtown Colorado Springs' CO.A.T.I. complex $25

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

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

• Nov 4th, 11 AM-1 PM: Holiday Pickup Truck | $10 Bottomless Mimosas @Painting With a Twist $35-$39

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

• Nov 4th & 5th, Sat 10 AM-5 PM, Sun 11 AM-4PM; Colorado Springs Women's Expo @Norris Penrose Indoor Event Center 

• 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. 2-5: 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. 10-11: Fair Trade Market — 2-6 p.m. Nov. 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 11, Beth-El Mennonite Church, 4625 Ranch Drive; 

• 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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⚠️Plan Ahead: Traffic Impact Expected during Firefighter's Funeral Procession.  

Residents and commuters are advised to prepare for traffic impacts this morning (Thursday) as a funeral procession for the late Colorado Springs firefighter, Bobby Keese, makes its way through the city. The funeral service will be held at New Life Church on Thursday morning at 11 a.m.

Prior to the service, at 9:30 a.m., a procession will escort Keese from the funeral home. The route will begin in the downtown area and proceed north on I-25 from Bijou St. The procession will take the North Gate Blvd exit and travel south on Voyager Pkwy, passing CSFD Station 22, which was Keese's firehouse, before concluding at New Life Church. Commencing around 9:50 a.m., the procession will affect traffic on I-25 northbound from Bijou to Northgate for an extended period.

The funeral service is open to the public, and doors will open half an hour before the scheduled start time.

💧Tackling PFAS: Collaborative Effort Targets Contamination at Schriever Space Force Base!

Scientists from Colorado School of Mines, in collaboration with international partners, are spearheading an effort to combat PFAS, or "Forever Chemicals," found in substances like firefighting foams and Teflon pans. The team, backed by the Department of Defense, will experiment with various soil purification technologies provided by companies such as Savron Solutions and TerraTherm at Schriever Space Force Base. These methods, ranging from extreme heat treatments to water-based solutions, aim to eliminate PFAS from contaminated soil, addressing health risks associated with these chemicals.

🏫Polis Reveals Ambitious $45.8B Budget

Governor Jared Polis has unveiled a tight budget proposal totaling $45.8 billion for 2024-25, with a focus on education, public safety, and housing in Colorado. The plan aims to fully fund public schools, investing in reducing class sizes and teacher salaries. Additionally, initiatives include allocating funds for summer meals programs, affordable housing projects, and creating units near transit stations. Polis emphasizes the importance of affordable living and aims to address rising housing costs while enhancing public safety strategies. The proposal now moves to the General Assembly for consideration.

Click here to view the entire budget slideshow 

👏Golden Perspectives: Aging with Grace and Vitality (Part 4)

Welcome to Day 4 of our series! Today we're embracing the spirit of wanderlust, encouraging you to explore the world without limits.

Wanderlust in Your Golden Years: Exploring Without Boundaries 🌍

Exploring isn't just about travel; it's a mindset that invites curiosity and opens doors to endless possibilities.

Keep an open mind and try these exploration Tips, click on any blue link below for idea in Colorado Springs!

(We’d love to hear if you do any of these tips and how you feel. Just rate any issue in the poll below and comment):

1. Local Adventures: Discover hidden gems in your own community. Visit local museums, parks, or historical sites you haven't explored before. Sometimes, the most beautiful places are just around the corner.

2. Culinary Excursions: Embark on a culinary journey by trying diverse cuisines. Visit international restaurants or experiment with recipes from different cultures at home. Food is a gateway to understanding different traditions.

3. Connect with Nature: Spend time in nature reserves, botanical gardens, or nearby hiking trails. Nature offers serenity and endless marvels, providing a perfect backdrop for contemplation and relaxation.

4. Attend Cultural Events: Explore cultural festivals, art exhibitions, or music concerts. Immerse yourself in the arts and traditions of various communities, broadening your understanding of the world's rich tapestry.

5. Volunteer and Give Back: Get involved in local charities or volunteer organizations. Contributing to your community not only fosters a sense of purpose but also connects you with diverse groups of people.

Stay tuned tomorrow as we dive into the importance of nurturing meaningful relationships, ensuring your golden years are filled with laughter, love, and cherished moments with friends and family! ❤️🤝🌟

_{**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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