COS Town Tidings #24-317

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🤣 Today’s Chuckle

📰 A Heartfelt Tribute, Stitch by Stitch💙

📰 Colorado Springs to the Slopes–Stress-Free🚐

📰 Holiday Skating Returns Downtown⛸️

🎺 Trivia Time: Step Back in Time to Old Colorado Springs

📆 Local Events

🚨 Police: Road Safety Reminder After Local Accident

🌤 COS Weather - Mostly Clear, breezy and mild temps

An orchestra which can play electrifying music...

👉must have a good conductor 🤣

💙 A Heartfelt Tribute, Stitch by Stitch

In a heartwarming Veterans Day ceremony, local veterans were honored with handmade “Quilts of Valor,” presented by the Mount Carmel Quilters. This nationwide tradition began when founder Katherine Roberts envisioned quilts comforting soldiers in need, leading to the creation of Quilts of Valor in 2003.

Each quilt, carefully crafted by the quilters from El Paso County, Pueblo, and south-central Colorado, represents love, gratitude, and respect for the sacrifices veterans have made. Those wishing to contribute materials for future quilts can visit QOVF.org, joining in a community-wide expression of thanks and support. Full Story

🚐 Colorado Springs to the Slopes–Stress-Free

This ski season, Colorado Springs locals can skip the traffic and ride to the slopes with ease, thanks to Rocky Mountain Ride. The shuttle service provides regular, round-trip rides to popular ski resorts like Monarch Mountain, Breckenridge, and Keystone, with routes that avoid the often-congested I-70. Operating every Fri-Mon through April, the service starts at $69, departing early each morning and returning in the afternoon.

For groups, Rocky Mountain Ride also offers private shuttles to additional destinations like Copper Mountain and Vail, complete with flexible schedules and stops. It's an ideal way to experience the mountains without the hassle of driving.

⛸️ Holiday Skating Returns Downtown

Skate in the Park is bringing holiday cheer to downtown Colorado Springs again as it reopens for its 12th season at Acacia Park this Fri, Nov 15. To celebrate the rink’s opening, the city will host a Holiday Celebration featuring festive tree lightings, photos with Santa, live music, and a performance by U.S. Figure Skating.

Skating will continue through Jan 31, with additional themed events, including a night with the Colorado College Hockey team and a free “Learn to Skate” session. Tickets are available at the rink on the day of skating, with discounts for young children, first responders, and military members.

🎺 TRIVIA: Step Back in Time to Old Colorado Springs

Did you know that Colorado Springs has a rich musical history, dating back to the late 19th century? One of the city's earliest musical groups, the Midland Band, was formed in 1889 by twelve Colorado Midland Railroad employees.

Now, imagine yourself transported back in time to an evening in one of Colorado Springs' charming parks. Perhaps you're at Acacia, Bancroft, or Stratton Park, finding a seat amongst the crowd gathered to hear the Midland Band. 🎵 The air fills with the sounds of brass and woodwinds, performing everything from popular marches to classical pieces.

Although pictures are scarce, historical accounts tell us they often performed in Ute attire, adding a unique visual to their performances. Close your eyes and you can almost hear the music drifting through the air, captivating audiences of the era. *Source

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📆 Local Events

• Nov (Mon-Fri): Silver Key's Activity Center @1655 S Murray Blvd FREE classes all month

• Nov 12-17, 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• Nov 12, 6-7pm: Zumba @Westside Community Center, 1628 W Bijou $6 Drop-in

• Nov 13, 10-11 AM (Every Wed): Gentle Somatic Yoga @Yoga Studio Satya 1581 York Rd $15

• Nov 14-16 & 21-23 (7:30pm), 17 & 24 (4pm): Jellofish @Millibo Art Theater $25-$28

• Nov 14, 4-6pm: Plant Swap Party @Treehouse Café, 5965 N Academy Blvd Suite 203 FREE

• Nov 14, 7-9pm: BINGO @Lebowski’s Taproom, 3240 Centennial Blvd FREE to attend

• 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 15-16, 3:30 PM: 2.5-Hour Cocktails & Canapés Walking Tour @1 N Tejon $79 must be 21+

• Nov 15, 5pm: Charity Cribbage Night for Kids on Bikes nonprofit @1412 South 21st $25

• Nov 16 (11am & 3pm), 17 (Noon & 4pm)-24: The City Dog and the Prairie Dog @Fine Arts Center, 30 W Dale St $18-$28

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

• Nov 19, 6pm: Community Wine Dinner | Benefiting Happy Cats Haven @Pizzeria Rustica, 2527 W Colorado Ave $79

• 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 23, 10am: Tamale Making Class @Lebowski’s Taproom, 3240 Centennial Blvd $45

• Nov 23, 2-10pm: Amar Sitare..Immortal Legends of Indian Cinema @Mitchell High School, 1205 Potter Dr $35-$75

• Nov 23, 6-9pm: Murder Mystery, A Noteworthy Crime @Great Wolf Lodge, 9494 Federal Dr $62.95-$72.95

• 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, Selling Out)

• Dec 1, 2-3pm: Door Swag Workshop @Phelan Gardens, 4955 Austin Bluffs $27.50 (7 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

🚨 Road Safety Reminder After Local Accident

Two children, ages 11 and 16, were struck by an SUV last night while jaywalking, crossing Fountain near Chelton. The accident left both with critical injuries, including broken femurs. They were rushed to the hospital, with one transfered to a Denver for further care.

The driver, who reported not seeing them in time, stopped to assist at the scene, and police reported no signs of speeding or alcohol. The incident resulted in a temporary road closure for investigation. The community’s thoughts are with the young pedestrians as they recover from this difficult accident. Full Story

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