COS Town Tidings #24-320

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📰 Phase 1 Done—What’s Next for Circle Drive?🚧

📰 Luxe Stays & Flight Simulators? Yes!🛏️

📰 Egg Shortages in Colorado—Your Options🥚

Recipe: 🥗 Pearl Barley Apple and Cranberry Salad with Blue Cheese

📆 Local Events

🌤 COS Weather - Mostly clear and cool temps

DIY: 🎄 Eco-Crafting: Rustic Holiday Decor

What did the orange pumpkin say to the green gourd?

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🚧 Phase 1 Done—What’s Next for Circle Drive?

The Circle Drive Bridges Project has reached a major milestone with the completion of the eastbound bridges, marking the end of Phase 1. This project, aimed at replacing four outdated structures, brings modern upgrades like wider sidewalks and improved traffic flow to southeast Colorado Springs.

Construction started fall 2023, the project is set to enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians, students, and drivers alike. Harrison High School’s band and cheer squad joined the celebration, walking across the newly completed bridge. Full Story

🛏️ Luxe Stays & Flight Simulators? Yes!

Hotel Polaris, a stunning new addition to Colorado Springs, which opened yesterday at the U.S. Air Force Academy’s North Entrance. With 375 guest rooms and a host of amenities—like a boutique spa, wellness center, rooftop bar, and outdoor pool—this resort-style hotel offers both luxury and adventure. Guests can also enjoy immersive flight simulators, a first for US hotels, and family-friendly programs like Junior Cadets for kids and K9 Cadets for pets.

The hotel is part of True North Commons, which includes the Academy’s upcoming visitor center. Yesterday’s grand opening featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live performances, and remarks from local leaders.

🥚 Egg Shortages in Colorado—Your Options

Don’t be surprised if eggs are getting harder to find due to a new law. As Colorado prepares for its cage-free egg law to take full effect in 2025, some are thinking about raising their own chickens to avoid egg shortages. While backyard chickens might seem like an easy solution, homesteading experts warn that they come with challenges. From building sturdy coops to fend off predators to managing their care, chickens require a significant investment of time and money.

Additionally, chickens don’t lay eggs until they’re several months old and only produce consistently for a couple of years. After that, you’re left with pet chickens that won’t supply eggs. For those seeking a more practical solution, supporting local farmers is a great way to access fresh eggs without the hassle of raising your own flock. Full Story

🥗 Pearl Barley Apple and Cranberry Salad with Blue Cheese

Created by local Colorado Springs chef, Christine Miller at Season Two Taste. This easy and delicious barley salad recipe is the perfect make ahead Holiday side dish! Loaded with fall flavors this healthy salad is sure to please everyone.

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

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📆Local Events

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

• 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

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

• Nov 15-17, 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• 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 15, 6-7pm: Acacia Park Holiday Celebration @Acacia Park Outdoor Ice Rink in downtown Colorado Springs

• Nov 16 (10am-5pm), 17 (11am-4pm): Women's Expo With A Cause @Norris Penrose Event Center $7 OR FREE with image here

  • —> Look who will be here: 🥣 Stirring Up Joy: How Chef Abigail Transforms Kitchens and Lives

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

• Nov 16, 1-3:30: Forest Bathing Walk @Bear Creek $25-$30 (Prepaid registration required)

  • —>🌟Spotlight: 🍂 The Healing Power You've Been Overlooking

• Nov 16, 5pm: Trees of Life @Pioneers Museum, 215 S Tejon FREE-donation | Deadline to add name TODAY Nov 15 by 3pm

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

• Nov 21, 5-6pm: How to Herbal Basics: Elderberry Syrup @Westside Community Center, 1628 W Bijou $5 (RSVP by Nov 18)

• 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 29-30 (2 & 7pm), Dec 1 (2pm): The Nutcracker with COS Philharmonic @Pikes Peak Center $53-$100 (Limited Tickets Left)

• 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 By TODAY, 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

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🍂 DIY Ideas

🎄 Eco-Crafting: Rustic Holiday Decor

If you love recycling and crafting, here’s a project that combines both! This creative DIY idea shows how to turn ordinary tin cans, pine cones, aluminum foil, and a glue gun into beautiful, handmade piece. This cute project is easy to follow, beautiful and great for all ages. Use your creativity and create your own version.

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