Inside COS Town Tidings Issue #043

💗 Our Gratitude - Giving Thanks

🤣 Today’s Chuckle
🌥 COS Weather - Winter Weather Advisory starting 8 PM

🥧 Fort Carson Soldiers: Cooking Up Community Love this Thanksgiving

🍰 Slices of Joy: Monument Donor's Sweet Gesture Surpasses Thanksgiving Goal

📆 Upcoming Local Events - updated daily
🤶 Holiday Craft Fairs

💥 Who Should We Feature?

🦃 Thanksgiving Togetherness: Savor the Moments

Why did the cranberry sauce turn to the turkey for advice?
👉 Because it was in a jam 🤣

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY 8 PM Thursday to 11 AM MST Saturday. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches Teller County, the Rampart Range and El Paso County.

Plan on slippery road conditions. Slow down and use caution while traveling.

🥧 Fort Carson Soldiers: Cooking Up Community Love this Thanksgiving

Fort Carson soldiers, in collaboration with the Colorado Springs Salvation Army, are working tirelessly to prepare a Thanksgiving feast for Southern Colorado. With 300 turkeys and traditional sides, the soldiers showcase their dedication to community service.

As the soldiers meticulously prepare the meals, the Colorado Springs Salvation Army is actively seeking volunteers to assist with various aspects of the Thanksgiving dinner, ranging from meal delivery to set-up, serving, and cleanup. Click for details and contact info.

The Thanksgiving meals, totaling about 3,000, will be distributed across four locations in Southern Colorado, including Woodland Park, Fountain, Colorado Springs, and Manitou Springs from 11 AM - 1 PM. This generous effort underscores the soldiers' gratitude and commitment to supporting the community on this special occasion.

🍰 Slices of Joy: Monument Donor's Sweet Gesture Surpasses Thanksgiving Goal

In a heartening display of generosity, Monument resident has become a local hero by donating a whopping 335 pies to the Salvation Army, surpassing half of their goal to serve over 3,000 families this Thanksgiving.

Contributing for seven consecutive years, he has emphasized the joy of giving and expressed gratitude for the blessings he has received. His donation, totaling $2,200, showcases a commitment to making a difference in the community.

The Salvation Army, facing the challenge of rising costs, particularly for turkeys, welcomed his contribution, ensuring that families in need can enjoy a complete Thanksgiving meal.

The pies, purchased from Sam's Club, were distributed to the four locations, the Salvation Army covers, reflecting this resident’s dedication to supporting communities beyond his own.

This act of kindness exemplifies the spirit of community engagement, reminding everyone that a collective effort can bring joy and comfort to those facing challenges, especially during the holiday season.

Upcoming COS Area Events

• Nov 23rd, 8:15 AM; Turkey Trot 5K — To benefit YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region @Briargate YMCA $45

• Nov 24th-26th; Colorado Springs Philharmonic "The Nutcracker" @Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts

• Nov 24th - Dec 10th, 10 AM & 2 PM depending on the day; Phelan Gardens, 4955 Austin Bluffs $35

• Nov 25th, 8 AM-3 PM; Holiday at the Hill Holiday Market @Pinery At the Hill 171 N 7th St FREE

• Nov 25th, 5-8 PM; Old Colorado City Christmas Stroll 

• Nov 28th-Dec 19th (Tuesdays), 6-7 PM: Zumba® @Westside Community Center, 1628 W Bijou $25 for 5 weeks or Drop-in for $6 per class

• Nov 30th - Dec 31st, Tues & Wed 7 PM, Thurs & Fri 7:30 PM, Sat 2, 5, 7:30 PM, Sun 2 PM: Elf The Musical @Fine Arts Center $26-$60.50

• Dec 1st, 4-6 PM; Theme day with Colorado Springs Utilities $10 ($1 off if you show up in an ugly sweater)

• Dec 2, 1-4PM; Guardian & Child Winter Ball @Pikes Peak Library District - The Hall $20 for Guardian & child

• Dec 2nd, Noon-4 PM; A Healthy Holiday Shopping Event @Khronology Functional Fitness & Nutrition 4440 Barnes Rd FREE

🧵🍂 Upcoming Holiday Craft Fairs 🤶🧶

• Nov. 25: Holiday Art & Gift Market — 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Cottonwood Center for the Arts, 427 E. Colorado Ave FREE

• Nov. 25-26: Winter-ish Market — 12-6 PM. Lost Friend Brewing Company, 5440 Tomah Dr

• Dec. 2: Holiday Craft Fair — 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Cheyenne Mountain High School, 1200 Cresta Rd

• Dec. 2: Colorado Farm and Art Market's Holiday Market — 11 a.m.-3 p.m., The Margarita at Pine Creek, 7350 Pine Creek Rd

• Dec. 2-3: A Very Merry Downtown Market — 10 AM - 6 PM Dec 2; 10 AM - 4 PM Dec 3, 108 W. Cimarron St

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🦃 Thanksgiving Togetherness: Savor the Moments

Happy Thanksgiving! On this special day, our focus is on embracing the spirit of togetherness. Join us as we explore the final tip to make your celebration memorable and full of gratitude. 🍂🤗

Enjoy the Company: Thanksgiving is about spending quality time with loved ones, engaging in conversations, and focusing on the joy of togetherness. Whether it’s family, friends or even complete strangers…be grateful for connecting to another human being. You never know, it just may be what you both need during (or to get through) the holiday.

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