COS Town Tidings #25-132

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🤣 Daily Chuckle

📰 Mom-Daughter Duo Like No Other🐒

📰 What Locals Are Doing to Save on Food🍅

📰 Why Fire Officials Are Worried About This Viral Dare🔥

Wellness: 🕊️ When the Caring Quietly Ends

📆 Local Events

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🐒 A Mom-Daughter Duo Like No Other

At the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, a rare mother-daughter bond between two Bornean orangutans is touching the hearts of visitors. Hadiah and her now 10-year-old daughter, Ember, are unusually close for their species — still sharing a nest and spending nearly every moment together. Their relationship is a rare and beautiful reminder of connection — both animal and human — and a visit to see them is well worth your time.

But Hadiah’s gentle personality goes beyond family. She’s known for her curious and affectionate people-watching habits, often approaching the glass to engage with guests in a way that makes them feel truly seen. Click here to see the heartwarming video and full story.

🍅 What Locals Are Doing to Save on Food

As grocery prices continue to rise, Colorado Springs residents are increasingly turning to gardening as a way to save money and grow their own food. Phelan Gardens saw record-breaking foot traffic over Mother’s Day weekend, with produce plants selling faster than ever. The nursery credits this surge to shoppers looking for more control over their food costs and choosing to invest in homegrown fruits and vegetables.

With most of their plants sourced locally, the nursery has kept prices steady — offering a refreshing alternative during a time of high living costs. Full Story

🔥 Why Fire Officials Are Worried About This Viral Dare

A viral TikTok trend known as the “Chromebook Challenge” has surfaced in schools across the Pikes Peak Region, encouraging students to insert metal or pencil lead into Chromebook chargers to cause sparks or small fires. Though no major incidents have occurred yet, the potential danger is high, especially if lithium-ion batteries are damaged.

At least 16 local cases have been reported, prompting school districts to partner with the fire department and refer students to fire safety programs. CSFD is urging parents and caregivers to talk openly with their kids about the real risks of tampering with electronics — before a viral moment turns into a serious emergency.

🕊️ When the Caring Quietly Ends

💌 Bookmark This for the Day You’ll Need It!  When a caregiving chapter ends, we often face two types of grief: one for the loved one we’ve lost, and another for the caregiving role that had defined so much of our lives. It’s not just the death of someone close — it’s also the sudden absence of daily purpose, structure, and identity. These emotions can surface in unexpected waves, especially after months or years spent in survival mode.

As families shift and roles change, it’s common to feel unsure of your place in the world. For anyone currently facing or anticipating this moment — like I am, standing by for my own mother’s final days and thinking of my father who has devoted years (decades even) to her care — I hope this reminder offers comfort and clarity. It's okay to mourn not just the person, but the part of yourself that caregiving defined for you.

*Information is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Please consult a health care professional, nothing above should be construed as medical advice.

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📆 Sample Local Events

• Mondays, 10-11am: FREE music lessons with Troy @Silver Key Senior Activity Center, 1655 S Murray Blvd

• May 13, 1-3pm: Senior Brain Booster "Triangle" Game @YMCA Briargate No Membership required 55+

• May 13-18, 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• May 13, 6:30-8pm: Living With Wildfire Town Hall @Woodman Valley Chapel, 290 E Woodmen Rd FREE

• May 15-25: Silent Sky - Theatreworks @Osborne Studio Theatre, 5225 N Nevada $21-$45

• May 17-18, 10am-5pm: 2nd Annual Garden of the Gods Art Festival @Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site $10

• May 17, 5-7:30pm: Dream Catchers Craft Class @The Mountain Mercantile, 2616 West Colorado Avenue #ste 19 $39 ($10 Coupon at checkout)

• May 17, 7-9pm: Still They Ride | Tribute to Journey @Phil Long Music Hall $29-$59 (age 14+)

• May 23-25, 10am-10pm: MeadowGrass Music Festival @La Foret Conference & Retreat Center, 6145 Shoup Rd $93-$242

• May 24, 6-9pm: Murder Mystery, Dirty Money @Great Wolf Lodge, 9494 Federal Dr $74.95 (5 Tickets Available)

• May 24, 7-9pm: ELVIS: One Night Tribute to The King @Phil Long Music Hall $40-$80 (age 14+)

• Jun 6-28: Four Old Broads On The High Seas @Meanwhile Block, 124 W Cimarron $22-$28

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