Author: Linda Navarro linda.navarro@gazettedev.gazette.com
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AROUND TOWN: Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo helps military charities since WWII
For 75 years Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo action has been a part of Colorado Springs’ culture. And since the end of World War II the rodeo has supported local military and families along with putting together a championship rodeo. Each themed night of the rodeo is dedicated to different local military installations. For example,…
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AROUND TOWN: REACH Pikes Peak celebrates anniversary year
For 50 years REACH Pikes Peak has helped thousands of impoverished area people work toward self-sufficiency. Formerly Pikes Peak Community Action Agency, it celebrated a golden anniversary with programs including family stabilization, emergency services, job skills, asset management and acquisition for adults and at-risk youth. In 2014 the nonprofit helped 3,939 households and 7,927 individuals…
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Must See Must Do: Your best bets for this weekend in and around Colorado Springs
Here’s a look at some of your best bets for fun and entertainment in the Colorado Springs area over th next few days: STARTING FRIDAY Perfect for the Halloween season, this original adaptation of Tony and Academy Award nominee “Wait Until Dark” is on stage at the Fine Arts Center Theatre, 30 W. Dale St.,…
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Must See Must Do: Your best bets for fun this weekend in and around Colorado Springs
Here’s a look at what’s happening around the Colorado Springs area the next few days: STARTING FRIDAY – This is the time to go to that “I’ve always wanted to eat there” restaurant. The fourth annual Colorado Springs Restaurant Week has special gustatory features all around the area with every type of food. See Restaurant…
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AROUND TOWN: A Goodwill Enchanted Evening hosted by Jeff and Cindy Smith
More than 300 guests answered the invitation for an “Enchanted Evening” touring the sparkling new and grandly expansive home of Classic Homes’ Jeff and Cindy Smith, and a formal dinner in the glittering party tent. There was time to visit with friends and sip a glass of wine alongside the infinity pool with its breathtaking…
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AROUND TOWN: CC students create a food rescue nonprofit to fight hunger
Colorado College students on bikes, towing little trailers, on a special rescue mission. That mission: “A Fresh Way to Fight Hunger, Feed the Hungry, Reduce Food Waste, Sustain the Environment.” The 2-year-old Colorado Springs Food Rescue, a nonprofit formed by students in the fall of 2013 to “redistribute unused food resources,” invited supporters and guests…
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Must See Must Do: Your best bets for fun this weekend in and around Colorado Springs
Here’s a look at some of the top happenings around the Colorado Springs area in the next few days: ONGOING … AT LEAST FOR A WHILE – It’s prime viewing time for the changing of fall colors. More details here and click here to see our map of best aspen-peeping locations. – Most farmers markets…
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AROUND TOWN: FAC ends ‘Year of Georgia O’Keeffe’ with Black Iris Ball
When Michelle Wilson and Peri Faricy learned their dinner party had exploded in size, they took several deep breaths and happily had an extension added to their already huge garden party tent. Their 300 guests had become 320 and by the night of the annual Fine Arts Center Gala on Aug. 29 hit an all-time…
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AROUND TOWN: Pioneers Museum to help folks write ‘The Story of Us”
You’re history. And you’re going to have an opportunity to share your story. “The Story of Us” project was unveiled to 470 breakfast guests at the Aug. 27 Pioneers Museum Gift of History benefit at the Antlers Hilton. This region has its own unique set of stories, said museum board chair Bill Nelson. “The Story…
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AROUND TOWN: Cancer patients and caregivers walk fashion runway as their stories unfold
They were red carpet stars for an evening, strolling the catwalk through the dining room at Garden of the Gods Club and Resort. As they walked, each of the fashionably attired stars was accompanied by a gripping personal story following a journey through cancer. Catwalk for Cancer models, in fall fashions from Kirk & Hill…