COS Town Tidings #25-209

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📰 Chelton Road Lane Shifts🚧

📰 Smart Move for Seniors & Owners🧓

📰 Ivywild, Manitou… Now Mountain Shadows🐻

Wellness: 🦴 Bones, Balance & Vibration

💡 AI vs Reality: Debunking 5 Common Myths About Artificial Intelligence

📅 SAVE THE DATE! Join us This Thurs!

📆 Local Events + Free Concerts & Farmers Markets

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⛅ COS Weather - Partly cloudy and hot

Why did Mother Nature make only one Yogi Bear?

👉Because when she tried to make a second, she made a Boo-Boo 🤣

🚧 Chelton Road Lane Shifts

Beginning today, the City of Colorado Springs will upgrade the crosswalk and pedestrian signal in front of Twain Elementary School on N Chelton Rd, near Marion Dr. The improvements include shortening the crossing with bump outs and rebuilding the signal to better protect students and families.

While there won’t be full road closures it will last for two weeks (weather permitting), prior to school starting. Construction will start on the west side of N Chelton this week before switching to the east side. Drivers can expect temporary lane shifts and bike lane closures during the short project.

🧓 Smart Move for Seniors & Owners

El Paso County has introduced a new monthly prepayment program for property taxes, allowing residential and commercial property owners to better manage their budgets. Offered through the secure platform EscrowTaxes, participants can schedule equal monthly payments via e-check ($1 fee), credit/debit card (2.5% fee), or digital wallet. This option is ideal for seniors on fixed incomes, homeowners who want predictable payments, or businesses looking to smooth out expenses.

To qualify, the property must be owned free and clear, and the account must be in good standing. Enrollment is open now via the County Treasurer’s website.

🐻 Ivywild, Manitou… Now Mountain Shadows

Another bear sighting took place this week in the Mountain Shadows area, continuing a trend of increased bear activity across El Paso County this summer. Earlier this month, a bear had to be rescued from a storm drain in Ivywild, and others have been seen on the Manitou Incline and even near Red Rocks.

With bear encounters becoming more common, Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials are reminding locals to take precautions—secure trash, avoid bird feeders, and keep outdoor areas clean—to prevent curious bears from coming closer to homes. If you do see a bear, give it room to escape, stay calm, and never run. As fall approaches and food becomes more scarce, bear activity near homes is likely to increase. Full Story

🦴 Bones, Balance & Vibration

I’ve been considering a vibration plate for my own health routine, especially to support lymphatic drainage and bone health. I almost snagged a Prime Day deal, but after learning that vibration frequency can make or break its benefits, I paused.

This video from Dr. Caitlin, a certified functional medicine practitioner, dives into how vibration plates work, who can benefit, and who should avoid them. If you’re exploring ways to boost circulation, balance, or detoxification, this video is worth a watch.

*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.

💡 AI vs Reality: Debunking 5 Common Myths About Artificial Intelligence

Let's talk about AI. There's a lot of buzz, hype, and sometimes, downright misinformation floating around. As your trusted guide, I want to set the record straight and bust some common AI myths.

Myth #2: AI is too expensive

❌ Reality: False! While some advanced AI solutions can be pricey, there are plenty of free and affordable AI tools available. Many platforms offer free tiers or low-cost subscriptions, making AI accessible to individuals and small businesses.*

✅ Pro Tip: Start with free tools and gradually explore paid options as your needs evolve.

Stay tuned for tomorrow’s AI Myth or get the full list in our new, FREE AI For Everyone Community.

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• July 31, 2025 11am-noon (THIS Thurs) @Sand Creek Library, 1821 S Academy

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📆 Sample Local Events

Weather permitting

• Aug 2-3: Renaissance Festival @Perry Park Ave, Larkspur $30-$32 (Last Weekend)

• July 29-Aug 3, 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• Aug 1-3: Colorado Springs Conservatory Presents - The Prom @ENT Center for the Arts, 5225 N Nevada $22.75 (Limited seats left)

• Aug 2-3, 7pm: Ice Cream Theatre BIG BUBBLE @The MAT, 1626 S Tejon $16.50

• Aug 9, 2:30-8pm: Rocky Mountain Flower Fest @Gather Mountain Blooms, 5210 S Hwy 85 $39-$49

• Aug 9, 6-9pm: Murder Mystery, Dirty Money @Great Wolf Lodge, 9494 Federal Dr $59.46 (18 tickets left)

• 🎭 Aug 16, 7pm: Shermy's Backyard Bash (Benefit Springs Rescue Mission) @Peak Improv Theater, 3440 N Carefree $10 donation

• Aug 16, 5pm: Velvet Hills Chorus Presents: A Million Dreams @ENT Center $20

• Aug 24, 7-9pm: Crystal Gayle @Phil Long Music Hall $45-$87 (age 14+)

👩‍🌾 Farmers Markets - Weather permitting

🍑 Palisade Peaches are now available at various markets!

• July 30, 9am-2pm (Wed’s through Sept 24): Briargate Farmers Market @7610 N Union Blvd

• July 28 & 30, 10am-5pm (Mon & Wed): Summer Farmers Market @ Western Museum of Mining & Industry, 225 N Gate Blvd

• July 30, 3-7pm (Wed’s): Colorado Farm and Art Market (CFAM) @Pioneers Museum, 215 S Tejon

• July 31, 5-8pm (Thurs thru Aug 28), Manitou Made Market @Manitou Art Center

  • —>Nature’s Start Bread Company Special at this market only! Friends & Family - BOGO Free on all breads and pastries (Limit one free per customer)

• July 31, 6-8pm (Thurs thru Aug 28): Summer Market at the Lodge @Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, 2 El Paso Blvd, COS 80904 (Manitou)

• Aug 2, 7am-1pm (Sat's thru Oct 11): OCC Farmers Market @2407 W Colorado Ave

• Aug 2, 8am-2pm (Sat’s thru-Oct 4): Monument Hill Farmers Market @66 Jefferson St, Monument

• Aug 2, 9am-1pm (Sat’s thru Sept 27): Homestead Yard Farmers Market @The Yard at The Homestead Collective, 9633 Prominent Point COS

• Aug 2, 9am-1pm (Sat’s thru Oct 11): Backyard Market @Black Forest, 6845 Shoup Rd

• Aug 2, 10am-2pm: CFAM (Sat's thru Oct 3): The Margarita at Pine Creek, 7350 Pine Creek Rd

• Aug 3, 9am-2pm (Every other Sun, thru Oct 26): COS Sunday Market @Acacia Park, Downtown

• Aug 3, 10am-2pm (Sun’s thru Aug 31): Cordera Farmers Market @11894 Grandlawn Cir, COS

• Aug 3 (2x/mth, Jun-Oct), 11am-3pm: Southeast Farmer's Market (Food Coalition) @Stompin' Groundz, 2050 Jet Wing Dr

• Aug 8, Noon-4pm (Every other Fri thru Oct 3): UCCS Farmers Market @3942 Regent Circle

🎶 Summer Concert Series - Weather permitting

• July 29, 5:30-7:30pm (Tues’s thru Sept): Music in the Park: @Bancroft Park, 2400 W Colorado Ave FREE

• Aug 1, 7-8:30pm: University Village Colorado Summer Concert Series - Buckstein @5246 N Nevada (North Plaza next to Hacienda) FREE

• Aug 2, 4-7pm: Music on The Mesa - RAFIEL & THE ROOMSHAKERS @Goldhill Mesa, 142 S Raven Mine Dr FREE

• Aug 8, 7-8:30pm: Jazz in the Garden @Grace and St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 601-631 N Tejon FREE

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