COS Town Tidings #24-187

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📰 History Came Alive at Rock Ledge Ranch 🎩

📰 Mayor Yemi’s July 4th Reflections 📝

📰 Medicaid to Cover Rent, Food in CO? 💰

Recipe: 🧁 Moist Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes

📆 Local Events

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🌤 COS Weather - Mostly sunny, warm with isolated PM showers 

Why was the strawberry blushing?

👉Because it saw the banana split!🤣

🎩 History Came Alive at Rock Ledge Ranch

Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site marked the Fourth of July with a day-long event dedicated to American history and heritage. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., visitors enjoyed a variety of activities, including historical reenactments by actors portraying Civil War soldiers, Abraham Lincoln, and General William Palmer, the founder of Colorado Springs. The celebration featured interactive demonstrations, such as making corn dolls and crafting rope, as well as family-friendly activities like pony rides, a watermelon seed spitting contest, and chicken poop bingo. The event emphasized both educational and entertaining aspects of American traditions.

For those who couldn't attend, Rock Ledge Ranch offers similar experiences throughout the year with more historic reenactments and special events.

📝 Mayor Yemi’s July 4th Reflections

Mayor Yemi, in his inaugural Independence Day message, reflected on the enduring values of July 4th. He stressed the significance of equality, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, as proclaimed in the Declaration of Independence, and highlighted Colorado Springs' deep connection to these ideals through its pioneering spirit and military presence.

As an immigrant and U.S. citizen, Mobolade underscored the personal meaning of the holiday and called on residents to cherish their freedoms and honor the sacrifices of veterans and active-duty military personnel. The mayor encouraged the community to celebrate responsibly while reflecting on the values that underpin American democracy, advocating for unity and a commitment to a more equitable society. Read his full message here.

💰 Medicaid to Cover Rent, Food in CO?

Colorado plans to expand Medicaid to cover food and rent for nearly 11,000 people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The initiative (HB24-1322), part of broader state efforts, includes up to six months of rent assistance. Federal approval is sought to test these services for five years, utilizing federal funds. The proposal also aims to provide medically tailored meals and support local food pantries with healthy options, addressing the health-related needs of Medicaid recipients.

🧁 Moist Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes

These wholesome, fragrant cupcakes feature strawberry puree in both the batter and the frosting, infusing every bite with fruity goodness. You can use frozen strawberries if fresh berries aren’t available, but the fresh berries will give these treats a fabulous taste and texture.

Access the complete recipe with tailored modifications to suit your dietary requirements, along with convenient print options.

📆 Local Events

• July 5 (noon-10pm) 6 (7am-10pm): Ascend Music & Motorsports Festival @Pikes Peak International Raceway $25-$65

• July 5-7 (Limited Tickets Left), 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• July 5, 4-8 pm: First Friday Art Walk @Old Colorado City FREE to attend

• July 5, 5pm: Theatreworks: Shakespeare's 2 Gents @Bancroft Park on behalf of Old Colorado City Library, 2408 W. Colorado Ave FREE

• July 5-6, 3:30 PM: 2.5-Hour Cocktails & Canapés Walking Tour @1 N Tejon $79 must be 21+

• July 5 (every Fri through Aug 6) 5-7pm: Music Under the Mountains Summer Concert Series @ Promenade Shops at Briargate, Pikes Peak Patio FREE

• July 5, 5-7pm: The Martini Shot @First & Main Town Center, 3305 Cinema Point FREE

• July 5, 7-8:30pm: UVC FREE Summer Concert Series @University Village, 5246 N Nevada FREE

• July 6, 8-9am: Yoga on the Lawn @First & Main Town Center, 3305 Cinema Point FREE (4 Left) Registration Required

• July 6 (every Sat through Oct), 8am-1pm: OCC Farmers Market @Bancroft Park, 2407 W Colorado Ave

• July 6, 9am-1pm: Black Forest Farmers Market @ 6845 Shoup Rd 

• July 6, 10am: 81st Annual Pikes Peak or Bust Parade @Downtown COS FREE

• Jul 6, 11:30-12:30pm: Summer Tea Luncheon @Rock Ledge Ranch, 3105 Gateway Rd $29 (Only few tables/seats left)

• July 6, 7pm: The Petty Nicks Experience @Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers, 13071 Bass Pro Dr $39-$59 (Limited seats left)

• July 7, 8:30-9:30am: Pilates & Brunch @Kinship Landing, 415 S Nevada $20

• July 7, 1-2:30pm: Sacred Sound Bath With Reiki Infusion @30 S. Sierra Madre $44-$66

• July 9-13: Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo @Norris Penrose Event Center $10-$55

• July 11th, 8 PM: Rick Springfield and Richard Marx @Pikes Peak Center $49-$286

• July 13, 8am-noon: Opening Day You-Pick Flowers @Venetucci Farm $5 general admission (reserve your spot)

• July 14, 2-4:30pm: Serving Tray & Candle Making Workshop @Painting With A Twist, Powers Blvd $59

• July 20: Cat Fest @ Norris Penrose Event Center $20

• Aug 17-18, 8:30am-5pm: Pikes Peak Regional Airshow featuring The Blue Angels @Pikes Peak Regional Airport, 7250 Getting Hts $42-$85

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