Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Taylor Schreiner (a 17-year-old high school senior who earned her CNA license and volunteered at Children's Hospital) is being honored this week in Washington, D.C. as Military Child of the Year for the Space Force, reflecting her leadership and family’s military service.

From April 20 to May 29, a vibrant lineup of music events will take place at local venues including The Black Sheep and the Ent Center for the Arts — offering choices from rock tributes to classical concerts and benefits.

Local cultural events begin tomorrow with the Southern Colorado in Harmony Festival at Pikes Peak Center, followed by The Gazette Best of the Springs Party on April 23 at COS City Hub and an open house at Rochette Money Museum on April 25, with arts, music & family events later.

With Child Abuse Prevention Month underway, experts urge parents in Colorado Springs to discuss *digital consent* with children as minors increasingly share images online.

Maureen Basenberg of Safe Passage advises families to ask permission before posting photos to help kids understand the lasting impact.

Starting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, traffic on 8th Street over Fountain Creek will shift to two lanes each direction by 5 a.m. Wednesday as crews work on the west side, moving traffic to the east side with the center lanes reopening and the right southbound lane closed.

Colorado Springs Police Department partners with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration to host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at four sites (King Soopers, Memorial Hospital North, Police Operations Center, and Security Public Library) so residents can safely dispose of unused medications.

CityROCK North, a 32,500 sqft indoor climbing facility — the largest and tallest of its kind south of Denver — began construction last week at 11541 Ent Parkway in northern Colorado Springs and will open around summer 2027.

Moms Group Meeting

4-6 p.m. — Church For All Nations — Free entry — Connect with fellow moms and share experiences in a welcoming environment.

Open Bar: Live Comedy Recording

7:30-9 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — General Admission and VIP options available — Experience comedy specials filmed live featuring top headliners.

Igor and Red Elvises Concert

8-11 p.m. — Vultures — Tickets starting at $28.05 — Experience a lively mix of Siberian Surf Rock and humorous lyrics from the celebrated Red Elvises.

Pikes Punks Comedy Show Featuring Ben Bryant

8-9:30 p.m. — The Public House at The Alexander — Early Bird tickets available — Experience top-notch comedy in an intimate setting with acclaimed acts from Comedy Central, Netflix, and HBO.

Use It On Monday Veterinary CE Symposium

7 AM – 1 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Colorado Springs — Registration required — A dynamic symposium delivering immediate, practical veterinary insights and networking opportunities.

Mellow Mondays Coloring Night

4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Unwind with a relaxing evening of coloring and craft beers.

Lyons Jam with Eric Thorin - Open Bluegrass Jam

6-10 p.m. — Oskar Blues Grill & Brew — Free entry — Experience an all levels bluegrass jam led by renowned musician Eric Thorin amid the vibes of Colorado Springs.

DisruptHR Colorado Springs 7.0

5-8 p.m. — Great Wolf Lodge — $25-$35 — Experience bold ideas and networking that challenge HR norms.

Jagged Little Pill: The Musical

7:00–9:30 p.m. — Fine Arts Center — Tickets vary — Discover the heartfelt complexities of a seemingly perfect family through Alanis Morissette's iconic music.

Shaun Jones Live Comedy Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — General admission available — Experience a night of laughter with Shaun Jones and special guests at this comedic showcase.