COS Town Tidings #24-227

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🌟Local Feature: 💖 She Took a Leap, Now It's Your Turn

📰 Amara Annexation Denied—Here’s Why 🚱

📰 New Medication Labels for the Visually Impaired 📝

📰 A Tall Order: Panya’s 7th Birthday Bash 🦒

📆 Local Events

🌦 COS Weather - Warm with scattered storms

My favorite workout is a mix between a lunge and a crunch


👉 I call it lunch 🤣

💖 She Took a Leap, Now It's Your Turn

🧘‍♀️ Meet Tonya, a woman who dared to chase her dreams and create a space for women just like you💫

Sometimes life takes an unexpected turn, leading us to exactly where we need to be. That's what happened for Tonya Alonzo, owner of barre3 Colorado Springs. Like many women, Tonya juggled a demanding corporate job and family life. But beneath the surface, a longing for something more lingered. Seeking solace from the daily grind, she discovered barre3 in 2019. The workouts, emphasizing strength, cardio, and mindfulness, resonated deeply, but it was the community, the inclusivity, and message of body positivity that truly captivated her.

In a twist of fate, Tonya was presented with the opportunity to purchase the studio in 2021. Leaving behind her corporate career, she embarked on a new adventure, driven by her passion for barre3 and a desire to empower women. It was a leap of faith that brought her more than just a business; it brought a renewed sense of purpose and an unexpected gift…

A small, socially responsible finance company, drawn to Tonya's values and leadership, sought her out. Now, she balances both worlds, her life a testament to the beautiful unfolding that happens when we have the courage to open our hearts.

Tonya understands the pressures women face and provides a welcoming space where you can prioritize your well-being without judgment. Her commitment to inclusivity shines through, with classes accessible to all fitness levels. The final ten minutes of each session, dedicated to stretching and affirmations, leave participants feeling renewed and inspired.

🙋‍♀️ Ready to rediscover a sense of belonging and feel that unique strength that comes from an empowering community? 

As a special thank you to COS TT readers, Tonya is offering an exclusive opportunity: mention this article and receive ONE FULL WEEK of classes absolutely FREE. "Come as you are," Tonya encourages. "We're here to support you, challenge you, and help you find your balance."

barre3 Colorado Springs is located at 9697 Prominent Point, Suite 172. For more information, visit their website or Facebook page, call (719) 219-9660 or email: [email protected].

🚱 Amara Annexation Denied—Here’s Why

In a surprising 5-4 vote, the Colorado Springs City Council denied the annexation of the Amara development, a 3,000-acre project intended to introduce more than 9,000 homes to the area. Just three weeks earlier, the council had narrowly approved the proposal. The reversal came after Councilman Dave Donelson changed his vote, swaying the outcome. While developers emphasized the need for affordable housing, concerns over water supply and infrastructure demands were prominent, with critics questioning whether Colorado Springs Utilities could support the project without depleting regional water resources. The land's future remains unclear after this unexpected decision. Feel free to catch the replay of the very long City Council meeting from yesterday, Part 1 and Part 2.

📝 New Medication Labels for the Visually Impaired

Colorado has enacted a law that will require pharmacies to provide prescription labels in accessible formats like braille or audio devices to better serve visually impaired patients. Previously, many individuals with visual disabilities had to rely on others or apps to manage their medication, which posed risks for mistakes. The new law, supported by grants for smaller pharmacies, aims to prevent such errors and enhance independence for the visually impaired. Pharmacies will have 28 days to fulfill any format requests not readily available. This law, which takes effect in 2025, addresses a long-standing accessibility issue and seeks to improve medication safety.

🦒 A Tall Order: Panya’s 7th Birthday Bash

How do you celebrate a giraffe's birthday? At Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, the answer is simple: with cake, a crowd, and plenty of giraffe-sized fun! Panya, the confident and petite giraffe, turned seven with the help of Children’s Hospital, who brought in young ambassadors to share the day with her. Guests enjoyed snapping photos in giraffe-themed props, crafting birthday cards, and singing “Happy Birthday” to the birthday girl—though her friend Kay had the most fun eating the cake! With each passing year, Panya’s birthday reminds us that even the smallest giraffes leave the tallest footprints. Check out this cute video of the bash. (If you aren’t logged into Facebook just close the pop up and you can view it)

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LAST DAY to help, Wed Aug 14: On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina (7695 N Academy Blvd) will donate 20% of all purchases to Food Trucks Against Homelessness. If you're eating out these days, please consider this location.

• 🌟 Nonprofit Spotlight: 🤝 Sharing Meals, Sharing Hope: Food Trucks Against Homelessness

📆 Local Events

• Aug 14 (every Wed), 9am-2pm: Briargate Farmers Market @7610 North Union

  • → Get some homemade sourdough baked goods 🌟spotlight: 🍞 A Slice of Home: Nature's Start Bread Company Rises in Colorado Springs

• Aug 14-18, 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• Aug 14 (every Wed), 3-7pm: Colorado Farm and Art Market @Pioneers Museum, 215 S Tejon

• Aug 14, 5-8:30pm: Hillside Gardens Summer Concert Series @Hillside Gardens, 1006 S Institute St $18

  • 🌟Spotlight: 🎵Enjoy Music, Friends, and Scenic Beauty at Hillside Gardens 

• Aug 14, 6-7pm: Informational Public Meeting: Garden of the Gods Waterline Project @Coronado High School D11, 1590 W Fillmore St FREE

• Aug 14, 7-9pm: Waterfall's Glow | Wine Slush & Sweets Incl! @Painting With a Twist, Downtown $39

• Aug 15, 2-3pm (virtual meeting 6-7pm): Homeless Initiative Engagement Session for the Public @City Admin Bldg, 30 S Nevada, Room 102 FREE please register

• Aug 15, 4-7pm (every Thurs through Aug 29): Banning Lewis Ranch market @Vista Park, 8833 Vista Del Pico Dr

• Aug 15, 5-8 PM: 🃏Monthly Charity Cribbage Night @ Colonel Mustard's Sandwich Emporium, 1412 South 21st St $25

• Aug 15, 5:30-7:30pm: Black Forest Summer Jazz Concerts @12530 Black Forest Rd FREE (Last of the season)

• Aug 15 (5:30-7:30), 16-17 (8am-noon): You-Pick Flowers @Venetucci Farm $5 general admission

• Aug 15, 6-7:30pm: Pedal Party @Red Leg Brewing $5-$15

• Aug 15, 7-9pm: BINGO @Lebowski’s Taproom, 3240 Centennial Blvd FREE to attend

• Aug 16-17, 3:30 PM: 2.5-Hour Cocktails & Canapés Walking Tour @1 N Tejon $79 must be 21+

• Aug 16, 5-6:30pm: Town Hall with El Paso County Commissioner Stan VanderWerf @Bear Creek Regional Park FREE

• Aug 16-17, 23-24, 9pm: Circus of the Night @Millibo Art Theater $28

• Aug 17, 8am-1pm: The Cheyenne Mountain Run (3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles or 14 Miles) @Cheyenne Mountain State Park $49-$240 (Price increase after Aug 16)

• Aug 17, 7-9pm: Wizard Sock Gnome Craft Party @The Mountain Mercantile, 2616 W Colorado Ave Ste 19 $30 (9 Tickets left)

• Aug 18, 9am-2pm: 21st Annual Benefit Car Show @I-25 Exit 161 Monument West FREE to attend, $35-$40 for car registration

• Aug 29, Sept 26, 6-9:30pm: Tails, Tunes & Tastes @Cheyenne Mountain Zoo $65-$75 Adults Only, 21+

• Sept 15, 8:30am: 16th Annual Be Ovary Aware 5k Run 3K Walk @America The Beautiful Park (Must Register)

• Sept 20, 7pm: Crystal Gayle @Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers, 13071 Bass Pro Dr $49-$99

• Sept 21, 8am-10pm: Pickleball, We Fortify's Inaugural "Serve to Serve" Team Tournament @Monument Valley Park, 225 Mesa Rd $55

• Sept 28, 11am-6:30pm: Blues On The Mesa @Gold Hill Mesa, 142 S Raven Mine Dr $50

  • 🌟Spotlight: 🎸Uniting Colorado Springs Through Blues with Amy Whitesell

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