Author: Kelly Hayes
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Adam’s Mountain Cafe
Located in Manitou Springs, Adam’s Mountain Cafe serves up a variety of dishes, almost all of which are made from scratch. That includes everything from dressings to teas and soups, which are made in-house from locally sourced, organic ingredients. Not to mention, the menu caters to different diets, including vegan and vegetarian diners. But it’s…
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Cheers Liquor Mart
Cheers Liquor Mart first opened in the early 1970s as one the state’s first Big Box liquor stores. Now, as the largest liquor store in Southern Colorado, the 36,000-square-feet center offers more than 8,000 wine selections, 3,500 spirits and 1,500 brews. The market underwent remodeling back in 1995 after switching ownership, and since then, has…
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Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
Known as Colorado Springs’ authentic Irish pub, Jack Quinn’s has been a local favorite since 1998. Not only does the “Public House” serve up genuine Irish cuisine, the two-floor interior is crafted with woodwork, stained glass and decor imported from Ireland. Irish carpenters and painters even did the finishing work inside the pub. “We are…
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Colorado Springs author examines psychology of climbing in new podcast
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save What goes through one’s mind while scaling a 130-foot limestone wall? How much does the mind influence a climber’s physical ability? These are the questions Colorado Springs author Don McGrath explores in his new podcast, “Inside the Vertical Mind.” The podcast follows McGrath’s book, “Vertical…
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Pikes Pick: Myrna’s Tailor Shop great for tailoring needs
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Myrna’s Tailor Shop, 1020 Ford St., Suite E, is a great local spot for hemming and mending, especially as wedding and prom season approaches. Check out Myrna’s to get the perfect fit! — Kelly Hayes, The Gazette Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article…
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Denver comedian Ben Roy to perform at Colorado Springs comedy club this weekend
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save What do most people misunderstand about stand-up? It’s a writing gig, Ben Roy says. “I worked really hard to watch a lot of comics and then understood that it was a writing job more than a performing job,” the Denver-based comedian said. Roy, known for…
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Cedar Springs Hospital celebrates 100 years: Past, present, future
A local behavioral health clinic is celebrating 100 years of providing mental health services to Colorado Springs. Cedar Springs Hospital, ##, is ###. “###,” said Christina R##, ##. The hospital was founded by Dr. E. J. Brady in 1923 as the Colorado Springs Psychopathic Hospital. While the view has since diminished after the construction of…
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Jurassic Quest to bring 160 million years of history to Colorado Springs
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Travel back in time this weekend — way back. Jurassic Quest is coming to Colorado Springs, bringing 160 million of years of history together with an interactive dinosaur experience. “It’s awesome just to watch kids when they first walk in and we have this little…
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Pikes Pick: AllTrails great for navigating local hikes
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Whether you’re new to the area or looking to switch things up, check out the AllTrails app to find hikes around the Springs (and Colorado). The app has a variety of routes for all sorts…