Daily editionSaturday, February 8th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of February.
Community
The Veteran's Affairs of Eastern Colorado celebrated Master Sergeant Edwin Beck's 100th birthday, honoring his service in World War II, the Korean War, and continued support for veterans.
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Culture
The 'Adolph Bandelier: Southwestern Retrospective Exhibition' at Miramont Castle showcases nearly 50 historic photos to explore the mysterious history of its founder, Father Jean Baptiste Francolon, and his connections to the Southwest.
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Environment
Fort Carson Fire Department is addressing a grass fire in the base's training area, with expected increased smoke visibility due to heavy winds.
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Accidents
Colorado Springs firefighters quickly extinguished a grass fire at Bear Creek Park, sparked by embers from a grill exacerbated by high winds.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Family Fun Nights at Peterson Library
Tuesday, February 18th, 2025 · Each Tuesday evening, families can participate in various STEAM activities designed for all ages with caregiver supervision required.