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COS Town Tidings Issue #26-227
Community Corner Edition
🌟 Local Nonprofit Spotlight: 💕 Hope for the "Missing Middle"
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💕 Hope for the "Missing Middle"
Have you ever felt the quiet panic of an unexpected bill right before payday? Many hardworking Colorado Springs families face this unspoken reality. You make too much for traditional assistance, but not enough to comfortably weather life's financial hiccups. You are the "missing middle."
If you've ever felt unseen in that struggle, the Blessings Bee Foundation is here to wrap its arms around you. Founder Melissa McAfee understands the quiet guilt that often keeps families from asking for support. She created this nonprofit to step in early, helping neighbors bridge the gap before a tight week turns into a crisis.
Melissa and her team offer a solution that is both practical and deeply compassionate. Her signature "Bundles of Blessings" provide a full day of comforting meals for a family, ranging from pancakes to spaghetti, and sometimes even a cake mix for a special treat.
At the heart of this mission is a profound respect for you. There are no hoops to jump through, no income checks, and no judgment. Melissa's philosophy is simple: your dignity is always more important than your data.
Beyond immediate relief, the foundation's Grounded Roots initiative teaches families to grow their own food, building lasting independence.
Community care is sacred here. Whether you want to donate shelf-stable goods or need a Bundle for your own family, the doors are always open.
Visit the Blessings Bee Foundation:
Location: 1287 Lake Plaza Dr, Ste 30 (Garden Level), COS
Hours: Mondays 12-3pm | Fridays & Saturdays 12-4pm
Connect: BlessingsBeeFoundation.org | Facebook or 719-639-2989
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Explore rewarding volunteer options and be part of something meaningful. Together, we can make an impact!
👩🦳 The Volunteer Effect
Research consistently shows that people who volunteer regularly report higher levels of happiness, stronger social connections, and even better physical health. In a city as tightly knit as Colorado Springs, showing up for your neighbors isn't just good for them, it's good for you. 💛
🍞 Nature's Start Bread Co
*Official Grand Opening today, Aug 15, 10am-2pm
📍 4935 Centennial Blvd, Suite A, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
⏰ Hours: M-Sat: 7:00am - 6:00pm, Closed Sundays
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Every Wed-Sun, 11am-2:45pm: Tea at the Castle @ Glen Eyrie Castle, 3820 North 30th St $50
Aug 28-Sept 7: Colorado State Fair @ Pueblo, CO $9-$162 on sale now!
Sept 5-7, Labor Day Lift Off Tickets on sale now!
Sept 10-Oct 4: Sweeney Todd - Theatreworks @Ent Center for the Arts, Dusty Loo Bon Vivant Theatre, 5225 N Nevada Ave $20 (Selling Out Fast)
Sept 19-20: Pikes Peak Regional Airshow @ COS Airport $50-$204
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👩🌾 Old Colorado City Farmers Market - thru Oct 17 👩🌾 Markets/Fairs 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM · 📍 Bancroft Park, 2408 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO, United States, 80904 The Old Colorado City Farmers Market, presented by Pikes Peak Farmers Markets, operates seasonally from June through Oct… |
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👩🌾 Fountain Community Metcalfe Park Market Every Sat thru Sept 26 👩🌾 Markets/Fairs 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM · 📍 618 E Ohio Ave, Fountain th Season at Metcalfe Park Excitement is brewing...So much is planned-All we need is YOU Shop, Stroll, Share your time… |
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👩🌾 The Hometown Market in Monument - Every Sat thru Oct 3, 2026 👩🌾 Markets/Fairs 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM · 📍 66 Jefferson Street, Monument Fresh Local Produce At The Hometown Market in Monument, we offer a wide variety of fresh, locally sourced products. Ou… |
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🧶 OCC Craft Fair - Every Sat thru Oct 17 👩🌾 Markets/Fairs 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM · 📍 Old Colorado City History Center 1 S 24th St, Colorado Springs Explore the heart of Old Colorado City: Local artisans and makers. Enjoy a weekly rotation of 28 artists. Shopping smal… |
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👩🌾 Backyard Market in Black Forest - Every Sat thru Oct 17, 2026 👩🌾 Markets/Fairs 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · 📍 6845 Shoup Rd, Colorado Springs Your favorite farmers market in the forest is starting this weekend! Saturdays through Oct 17, 2026 from 9am-1pm Loca… |
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Forest Bathing Activity 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM · 📍 21045 CO-67, Divide Immerse in the joy & wonder of nature at this magnificent park through the relaxing practice of Forest Bathing (from the… |
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Colorado Farm and Art Market - Margarita at Pine Creek 👩🌾 Markets/Fairs 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · 📍 7350 Pine Creek Rd, Colorado Springs The Summer 2026 Saturday Market season of [**Colorado Farm and Art Market**](https://www.facebook.com/farmandartmarket?_… |
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Live Birds of Prey - FREE 💗 Community 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · 📍 2450 Montebello Square Dr, Colorado Springs Saturday August 15th 10am – 2pm – Live Birds of Prey Nature’s Educators will be in store with their ambassador birds! |
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🍞 Grand Opening - Nature's Start Bread Company bakery 😊 SocialBusiness 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · 📍 4935 Centennial Blvd ste a, Colorado Springs grand opening this Saturday, August 15, 10:00am-2:00pm! Join us for a day full of live music by FlashBack, tasty sample… |
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PEAK BIG BAND in Concert 🎶 Music🧒 Family+3 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM · 📍 Gold Hill Mesa, 142 S Raven Mine Dr. , Colorado Springs Under the direction of Dan Bell, The 18 piece Peak Big Band blends classic swing with modern jazz energy inspired by Gor… |
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Sept 5, 10-11am: Genealogy Basics @PPLD, Virtual Library on Zoom FREE
Sept 19, 6-9pm: Murder Mystery, Dirty Money @Great Wolf Lodge, 9494 Federal Dr $79.95
🎵 Concerts / Music
Sept 26 & 27: Bruno Mars Concert @ Falcon Stadium, USAFA
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