COS Town Tidings #24-306

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📰 Why Cheyenne Mountain May Look Smoky Today🔥

📰 Why Colorado Springs is Glowing Teal Tonight🕯️

📰 End of Daylight Savings, Don’t Forget These First🕒

Recipe: 🍩 Baked Apple Cider Donuts

📆 Local Events

🗳 Voting/Dropbox Locations

🌤 COS Weather - Mostly Sunny, mild temps

Recreation: 🥾 Gray Back Peak: Dog-Friendly Hike Close to Home

November: when trees undress and…

👉we bundle up 🤣

🔥 Why Cheyenne Mountain May Look Smoky Today

This morning, Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station will conduct controlled live-fire training from 9am to noon. This planned exercise, complete with safety measures, may produce visible smoke in the southwest area of Colorado Springs. This training is part of the station’s ongoing preparedness efforts, helping keep defense missions ready and secure. The public is advised not to worry, as it’s all within a controlled environment.

🕯️ Why Colorado Springs is Glowing Teal Tonight

If you notice a teal glow lighting up iconic Colorado Springs landmarks tonight, there’s a powerful reason behind it. This vibrant color marks “Light the World in Teal,” a national campaign by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America to raise awareness for Alzheimer’s disease.

Colorado is home to nearly 91,000 people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, with thousands more family members and friends serving as unpaid caregivers. As rates continue to rise, the teal glow is a reminder of the pressing need for support, research, and a cure. So, if you see that bright teal light, remember—it's more than just a color; it’s a call to care.

🕒 End of Daylight Savings, Don’t Forget These First

With Daylight Saving ending Sunday, it’s a great time to winter-proof your home. Start by disconnecting hoses from exterior faucets and adding bib covers for added freeze protection. Change air filters for efficient heating, replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and clear gutters to prevent water issues. Finally, reverse ceiling fans to make your home warmer.

These simple steps will help you enjoy a cozier, well-prepared winter season.

⭐Support Our Local Businesses!

🍞 Nature’s Start Bread Company

Fresh Baked Sourdough breads, pastries!
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls now available

🍩 Baked Apple Cider Donuts

Soft Baked Apple Cider Donuts made healthier with whole wheat flour, applesauce and Greek yogurt for the perfect fall treat that comes together in just 20 minutes! Loaded with warm spices and coated with cinnamon and sugar.

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

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📆Local Events

• Nov 1-2 (9am-7pm), 3 (10am-2pm): 60th Annual Fall Show and Sale @Black Forest Community Center 12530 Black Forest Rd FREE to attend

• Nov 1 (9am-4pm), 2 (10am-5pm), 3 (11am-5pm): Grand Opening @Backyard Farm Shop, 6845 Shoup Rd

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

• Nov 1-2, 6-9: Haunted Manitou Ghost Tours @Corner of El Paso and Manitou Ave $25

• Nov 1-2 (7:30pm), 3 (2pm): Election Day-The Comedies @Millibo Art Theater $25-$28 (Limited Tickets Left)

• Nov 2, 10am-2pm: Find Your Inner Power - Higher Calling Class @Harmonious Hearts Healing, 120 Davie Dr $182

• Nov 3, 3-5pm: Pikes Peak Wild Ones Native Seed Swap @Grace & St Stephens Episcopal Church, 631 N Tejon St FREE

• Nov 8 (7pm), 10 (2:30pm) (Limited Tickets): An Evening of Roman-ticism @Ent Center for the Arts, 5225 N Nevada $13-$41

• Nov 9, 6pm: LOL, Eat & Help Autism Comedy Show @Peak Improv Theater, 3440 Carefree Cir N $25

• Nov 9, 6-9pm: Murder Mystery, A Noteworthy Crime @Great Wolf Lodge, 9494 Federal Dr $62.95-$72.95 (12 Tickets Left)

• Nov 10, 5-7pm: A Beautiful Winter Benefiting Harley's Hope @Painting With A Twist, N Powers Blvd $39

• Nov 15 (10am-5pm), 16 (10am-6pm), 17 (10am-5pm): Colorado Country Christmas Gift Show @Colorado Springs Event Center, 3960 Palmer Park Blvd $10-$12 (Order By Nov 14 for discount)

• Nov 16, Noon-2pm: Holiday Miniatures Ornament Make-and-Take workshop @Goat Patch Brewing, 2727 N Cascade $35.98 (10 Spots Left)

• Nov 21-22 (7pm), 23 (2:30 & 7pm), 24 (2:30pm): It's a Wonderful Life A Live Radio Play @ First United Methodist Church - 420 North Nevada Only $5

• Nov 22-24: Vintage Market Days of Colorado Springs @Norris Penrose Ctr, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd $13.30-$18.42

• Nov 29-Dec 22 (Thurs-Fri 7:30pm, Sat 2 & 7:30pm, Sun 4pm): Sense & Sensibility-Theatreworks @Ent Center for the Arts $21-$45 (Smaller Theater, Already Selling Out)

• Dec 1, 1-2:30pm: Vintage China Mosaic Ornament Class @Full Spectrum Art Glass Supply, 828 E Fillmore $36 (2 Spots Left)

• Dec 7 (10am-5pm), 8 (10am-4pm): Candy Cane Craft & Gift Show @Colorado Springs Event Center, 3960 Palmer Park Blvd $8 (Order Tickets Before Nov 15 Save $2)

  • —> Sourdough bread and unique gift baskets: 🍞 A Slice of Home: Nature's Start Bread Co Rises in Colorado Springs

• Dec 5, 10:30am-1:30pm: Holiday Auction Fundraiser for We Fortify - District 2 School Teachers @Flying W Ranch $70

🗳 Remember ballots must be dropped off in person, in a secure 24-hour drop box, or visit a Voter Service and Polling Center (VSPC) by 7pm on Tues, Nov 5. Click for nearest locations in your area. Every vote counts!

🥾 Gray Back Peak: Dog-Friendly Hike Close to Home

Gray Back Peak Trail is a 3.6-mile, moderate route accessible via Gold Camp Road with great views. Perfect for hikers, runners, and equestrians. Leashed dogs are welcome, and the best conditions for the hike are from March through November. An ideal pick for a refreshing outdoor experience just beyond city limits!

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