COS Town Tidings #24-366

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🤣 Today’s Chuckle

📰 Free NYE Rides for Colorado Springs🚖

📰 Why Fireworks Could Cost You Big Tonight🎇

📰 Was Your Area Affected Last Night?🔌

🎊 Trivia Time: Colorado Springs' Most Daring New Year's Ritual

📆 Local Events | 🤶 Holiday Events

⛅ COS Weather - Partly cloudy and cold

An optimist stays up until midnight to see the New Year in

👉A pessimist stays up to make sure the old year leaves 🤣

🚖 Free NYE Rides for Colorado Springs

McDivitt Law Firm is once again providing free cab rides on New Year’s Eve to help prevent drunk driving in Colorado Springs. Operating from 10pm to 3am, the Safe Ride Home program ensures patrons can safely get home from drinking establishments. To use the service, call zTrip in Colorado Springs, mention “It’s on McDivitt,” and enjoy a free ride to your residence.

Since 2007, this program has delivered over 20,000 rides, reflecting McDivitt Law Firm’s commitment to reducing alcohol-related accidents. Rides are only available to homes, not other bars or restaurants, and while demand is high, every effort will be made to accommodate calls. Tipping the drivers is encouraged!

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🎇 Why Fireworks Could Cost You Big Tonight

Fireworks may feel like a fun New Year’s Eve tradition, but in Colorado Springs, they come with serious risks. Fireworks are banned within city limits to prevent fires, and violators can face up to $2,500 in fines or six months in jail. Beyond the legal dangers, fireworks can harm the community. Veterans may experience trauma from the noise, and pets often become so panicked that they escape and get lost.

Rather than risking safety, consider attending a professional fireworks display. The AdAmAn Club’s fireworks on Pikes Peak offer a stunning alternative with a preview at 9pm and a midnight finale—perfect for celebrating responsibly. Full Story

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🔌 Was Your Area Affected Last Night?

Northeast Colorado Springs faced an unexpected power outage on last night, affecting 821 homes and businesses near East Woodmen and North Union. Colorado Springs Utilities reported the outage around 7:40pm but didn’t specify what caused it.

By 9:40pm, the number of impacted customers dropped to 288 as crews made progress. Utilities said the remaining residents had power restored by 11:30pm, bringing a quick resolution to an inconvenient evening for many.

🎊 TRIVIA: Colorado Springs' Most Daring New Year's Ritual

Did you know that the AdAmAn Club has been celebrating the New Year with fireworks from the summit of Pikes Peak since 1922? What began as an adventure by the "Frozen Five" has evolved into a beloved tradition that now includes climbing Barr Trail on Dec 30 and 31, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display at midnight on New Year's Eve. Click for the Pikes Peak Summit live webcam. If you’re not close to see them, maybe you can from the live feed.

Question: Is there an official song about the AdAmAn club climb?*

The club's name cleverly reflects their tradition of adding only one new member each year. However, for this year, they made an exception by adding two new members to honor Luke Stark, who tragically passed away, and his sister Rachael.

In honor of their centennial, AdAmAn Alley opened in Colorado Springs, featuring murals and interactive art dedicated to this iconic local tradition. The alley is located at 15-17 S Tejon and offers a year-round tribute to the spirit of adventure and community that the AdAmAn Club embodies.

*Answer: Yes, click to hear the song

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🎉 New Events Calendar!

We're making it easier to discover and share what's happening in Colorado Springs! Our new interactive calendar is live and growing. Optional weekly SMS event reminders available!

We're rolling out events gradually as it takes a lot of time for us to find and add. Do you have an event to share? Add it directly to the calendar.

📆 Local Events

• Dec 31-Feb 23: Ice Castles @Cripple Creek $21-$29

• Dec 31-Jan 5, 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• Dec 31, 5:30-8:30pm: Vision Board Workshop - New Year's Eve @Yoga Studio Satya 1581 York Rd FREE

• Dec 31, 6-7:30pm: 35th Annual Colorado Springs Citywide Kwanzaa Celebration @In-Balance Wellness Studio, 2820 E Pikes Peak

• Dec 31, 6pm: Countdown Cruise: A Local Motive New Year's Celebration @Oskar Blues on Tejon $27.25 Must be 21+

• Dec 31, 6pm: Rockin' in the New Year @Springs Pickleball, 780 Vondelpark Dr

• Dec 31, 6pm-2am Jan 1: New Year's Eve Block Party the Count Down to 2025 @25 N Tejon $20 Pre-sale tickets

• Dec 31 7pm: New Year's Eve Bash @The Broadmoor $80-$155

• Dec 31 7pm: New Year's Eve Gala @The Broadmoor $330

• Dec 31, 7:30pm: New Year’s Eve: Rhapsody in Blue @Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts $57-$115

• Dec 31, 7:30pm-Midnight: NYE-Under The Lights @ OCC, 2324 W. Colorado Ave FREE (asking to consider a donation of $40)

• Dec 31, 8pm: New Year's Eve Bash Featuring Sofakillers & Soapdish @Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers, 13071 Bass Pro Dr $175 21+ (14 Tickets Left)

• Dec 31, 8pm-12:30am: Safe and Sober New Year's Eve Celebration @The Hope Advanced Center, 3135 W Colorado Ave $50-$300

• Jan 4, 6-9pm: Murder Mystery, A Noteworthy Crime (Holiday Show) @Great Wolf Lodge, 9494 Federal Dr $74.95 (1 Ticket Left)

• Jan 8, 7:30pm: The Temptations & Four Tops @Pikes Peak Center $51-$120

• Jan 11. 2025, 5-8:30pm: Lotus Foundation's Hope Blooms Benefit for Survivors @First Lutheran Church, 1515 N Cascade Ave $50

• Jan 11 (7pm), 12 (2:30pm): Mozart's Requiem @First United Methodist Church, 420 N Nevada $35

• Jan 17 (6pm), 18-19 (1 & 6pm): Starz Theater Company presents Peter Pan @Ent Center for the Arts at UCCS $22-$30

• Jan 24, 4-6pm: Beginners Knitting @Who Gives A SCRAP, 810 Arcturus Dr $25 (6 Spots Left)

• Timberline Landscaping’s 2024 “Christmas Lights Guide”: festive roadmap to over 100 decorated homes and businesses across Colorado Springs

• Magic Lights @PPIR, 16650 Midway Ranch Rd, Fountain (Through Jan 4, Daily) $33/vehicle

• Electric Safari at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (Through Jan 1): Where else can you see holiday lights AND feed a giraffe?

• The Broadmoor's Christmas Celebrations: From elegant holiday teas to festive dining and amazing gingerbread display (Call first as they may restrict access to reservations or hotel guests only)

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