🚗🛑 Today Road Closures: Colorado Springs Veterans Day Parade

COS Local News & Events | Issue #024 Weekend Edition

04 Nov • Reading Time: 11 minutes

Inside COS Town Tidings Issue #024

🤣 Today’s Chuckle
🕑 Daylight Savings Ends, Reminder
💥 Who Should We Feature?

📆 Upcoming Local Events - updated daily
🤶 Holiday Craft Fairs

🌞 COS Weather - still warming up

⛸️ Glide into Winter: Skate in the Park Returns to Downtown Colorado Springs!
🚗🛑 Today Road Closures: Colorado Springs Veterans Day Parade
🐕 Lyft Pledges Action: Service Dog Rejections Prompt Company to Reevaluate Policies! 

👏 Golden Perspectives: Aging with Grace and Vitality (Part 6)
Embracing Life's Transformations: A Positive Outlook on Aging 😎

🥯 Recipe: 2 Ingredient Easy Biscuits

🎙️ Tell The Deals You Want - Survey

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Remember to turn your clocks back 1 hour tonight…darkness is coming.

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⛸️ Glide into Winter: Skate in the Park Returns to Downtown Colorado Springs!

Skate in the Park is back in downtown Colorado Springs, transforming Acacia Park into a winter wonderland with an outdoor ice rink opening on November 10. The skating season, running until January 31, promises exciting events, including themed nights and opportunities to skate with the Air Force Academy Falcons and Colorado College Tigers. Tickets are $10, covering skate rental, and sessions are open daily, except on Thanksgiving.

🚗🛑 Today Road Closures: Colorado Springs Veterans Day Parade!

Join in honoring veterans at the Colorado Springs Veterans Day Parade, starting at 10 a.m. today. The parade route begins on Saint Vrain Street, proceeds south along Tejon Street, and concludes on Vermijo Avenue. Be prepared for road closures in the area, as this annual event brings together a multitude of people along Tejon Street, with the vibrant sounds of brass, horns, and drums from marching bands.

🐕 Lyft Pledges Action: Service Dog Rejections Prompt Company to Reevaluate Policies!

A visually impaired man in Colorado faces repeated Lyft ride refusals due to his service dog, violating company policies and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Lyft is responding, emphasizing their service animal policy. The man, Terry Garrett, notes his efforts to inform drivers beforehand, but incidents disrupt his schedule, leaving him stranded. Lyft promises strict actions against erring drivers and urges riders to report any such issues immediately.

👏Golden Perspectives: Aging with Grace and Vitality (Part 6)

Welcome to Day 6 in our series! Today, we explore the transformative power of embracing life's changes with a positive perspective.

Embracing Life's Transformations: A Positive Outlook on Aging 😎

Aging brings shifts, challenges, and new beginnings. By cultivating resilience and optimism, you can navigate these transitions with grace and find endless joy in every moment.

Tips for Embracing Life's Transformations:

  1. Practice Gratitude: Start and end your day with gratitude. Reflect on the positive aspects of your life, focusing on the experiences and relationships that bring you happiness. Gratitude amplifies positivity.

  2. Stay Curious: Maintain a curious mindset. Embrace new hobbies, interests, or skills. Curiosity not only enriches your life but also keeps your mind engaged and eager to learn.

  3. Foster Resilience: Understand that setbacks are a natural part of life. Cultivate resilience by viewing challenges as opportunities for growth. Your ability to bounce back from adversity strengthens your spirit.

  4. Celebrate Achievements: Acknowledge your accomplishments, big or small. Celebrate your milestones, and recognize the value of your experiences. Self-acknowledgment boosts confidence and self-worth.

  5. Connect with Younger Generations: Engage with younger individuals, whether family members or friends. Interacting with different age groups brings fresh perspectives and keeps you updated with modern trends and ideas.

Stay tuned for tomorrow where we'll wrap up our series by exploring the essence of a fulfilling life in your golden years. Join us as we uncover the secrets to living your golden dream, embracing happiness, and finding fulfillment in every moment! 🌟🌼🌈

**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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🥯 2 Ingredient Easy Biscuits

This biscuit recipe goes great with the Chicken Pot Pie Soup recipe we shared yesterday. Easy to whip up and serve warm with the soup!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups self-rising flour (White Lily recommended if available)

  • 1–1.5cups heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Place flour in a medium size bowl. Add whipping cream a little at a time until all flour is incorporated into dough.

  2. The mix should be thick and not wet. Use sifter with self-rising flour and flour counter surface. Place dough out onto floured surface. Sift flour onto top of dough.

  3. Use your hands and turn the biscuit dough 7-10 times folding it over and over.

  4. Pat to height of biscuit cutter (3/4 to 1” high) cut out biscuits place in well-greased pan (I use an iron skillet or 11x7 aluminum brownie pan)

  5. Bake at 450 degrees until golden brown. Approx. 20 minutes.

  6. Flip biscuits upside down when removing them from oven to keep from sweating on bottom.

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