Daily editionFriday, February 7th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.
Community
Colorado Springs nonprofits are strategizing to overcome potential funding challenges by relying on community donations, grants, and volunteers, despite federal financial uncertainties.
11 NewsRead more
Homelessness expert Donald W. Burnes commended models like Houston's tiny homes for the homeless but criticized Colorado Springs' penalty-driven approach, calling for collaborative efforts to address the city's homelessness issue.
FOX21Read more
The Colorado Springs Fire Department emphasizes the importance of wildfire preparedness and encourages participation in the Firewise USA program and the Peak Alerts emergency notification system in El Paso and Teller Counties.
KOAA News5Read more
Government
The Colorado Department of Transportation announces overnight closures of Powers Boulevard for bridge construction from Feb. 20 through Feb. 23, with suggested detour routes provided.
11 NewsRead more
Colorado Springs City Council votes to challenge previous voter approval for retail marijuana sales, aiming to revisit the decision with another ballot in April.
Pikes Peak BulletinRead more
Colorado Springs Events
Toddler Time at Pikes Peak Library
Saturday, February 8th, 2025 · A fun and engaging event featuring songs, rhymes, and stories designed for toddlers aged 1 to 2, accompanied by their parents or caregivers.
Creative Painting Class: Hoot & Heart Owl Friends
Sunday, February 9th, 2025 · Participants will enjoy guided painting sessions with local artists, creating unique artworks while socializing with friends.
Baby Time: Interactive Songs, Rhymes, and Stories
Monday, February 10th, 2025 · An engaging program for babies aged 0-12 months that features songs, rhymes, and stories, followed by play and social time for parents and caregivers.
Toddler Time at Pikes Peak Library
Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 · This engaging program invites one and two-year-olds, accompanied by a favorite adult, to enjoy nursery rhymes, music, movement, and short stories aimed at enhancing vocabulary in a playful setting.
Children's Storytime for Ages 3-7
Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 · A storytime event featuring engaging stories for children ages 3-7 and their caregivers, with sensory accommodations available.
Toddler Time at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Thursday, February 13th, 2025 · An engaging event for toddlers aged 1 to 2 featuring songs, rhymes, and stories, designed for children and their caregivers.
Children's Storytime at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Friday, February 14th, 2025 · This event offers engaging story sessions for children ages 3-7 along with their parents or caregivers.
Galentine's Day Spa Party: Pampering for Friends
Saturday, February 15th, 2025 · The Galentine's Day Spa Party invites participants to enjoy a day of self-care with spa treatments, brunch, and tutorials on skincare in a relaxing environment.
February PopUp Choir: Singing 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow'
Sunday, February 16th, 2025 · A community choir event open to all singing enthusiasts to practice and perform 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' while benefiting the Colorado Springs Youth Choir.
Interactive Baby Time Program
Monday, February 17th, 2025 · An interactive session for babies aged 0-12 months and their caregivers featuring songs, rhymes, and playtime.