Daily editionSaturday, May 17th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
Community
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department is opening many water attractions for Memorial Day weekend, with downtown fountains and splash pads set to open on May 24 and a spray ground at Deerfield Hills scheduled for June 1.
Outdoor pools at Monument Valley and Wilson Ranch will welcome visitors with day passes starting May 24, while some facilities remain closed for safety assessments (details may change based on weather).
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Culture
Colorado Springs poet Jimmy Sena introduces his new book Tesla's Walk: An Invitation to Tesla's Colorado Springs, which uses narrative verse to show Nikola Tesla’s day in town during his eight-month visit from May 1899 to January 1900.
He will be featured at the free Mountain of Authors event today at Library 21c (the book was nominated for awards and is available at local bookstores).
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Education
At UCCS on May 16, over 1,600 graduates earned their degrees at Broadmoor World Arena while students from various colleges celebrated with family support.
The ceremony awarded 24 PhDs, more than 350 master’s, and over 1,200 undergraduate degrees — many graduates credited their families for helping them succeed.
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Government
Starting May 19, traffic on Tejon Street north of Pikes Peak Avenue will change as crews use heavy equipment to move a fire hydrant along a 200 foot section of the southbound lane; the lane will resume its normal pattern on May 23 and nearby businesses will not face water service interruptions — the project also expands outdoor dining areas and sidewalks to boost safety and business activity.
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Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services released its annual report that highlighted 2024 successes like reopening the historic 1903 courthouse as the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum after an $8.2 million upgrade—adding 4,000 square feet of exhibit space—while also opening Antlers Park Dog Park and upgrading irrigation systems to save up to 20% water.
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Accidents
A fire at the Greenway Flats apartments south of downtown Colorado Springs left one person with minor smoke inhalation and made four of the 65 units uninhabitable while the building was evacuated—the cause is under investigation.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Colorado Springs Events
Felted Creatures Workshop for Families
Sunday, May 18th, 2025 · 3-5 p.m. — Cottonwood Center for the Arts — All materials included — Create beautiful needle-felted creatures while connecting with your children in this artistic afternoon.
Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Colorado Springs
Monday, May 19th, 2025 · 6 PM – 4 AM — Colorado Springs Area — Tickets valid for 12 months — A fun family-friendly scavenger hunt with a modern twist exploring your local surroundings.
Family Fun Nights
Tuesday, May 20th, 2025 · 4:30-6 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Explore a different STEAM activity every Tuesday night with family-friendly fun.
Cold Concert
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 · 7 PM — The Black Sheep — $55 — Experience the live music of Cold and enjoy a night of rock in Colorado Springs.
Live Music – Levi Maez
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy classic rock, folk, and sing-along favorites from a Colorado Springs local legend.
LIVE at the Lodge - Summer Outdoor Concert Series
Friday, May 23rd, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free entry — Enjoy a free concert with local Colorado beverages on the Party Patio.
Little Hikers: Flower Power
Saturday, May 24th, 2025 · 4-5 p.m. — Red Rock Canyon Open Space Pavilions — Free entry — Enjoy a short hike with crafts designed for families with young children.
Silent Sky
Sunday, May 25th, 2025 · 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — Ent Center for the Arts — Ticket purchase required — Discover the wonders of the universe through the story of a pioneering woman astronomer.
The Black Keys Concert
Monday, May 26th, 2025 · 1 AM — Ford Amphitheater — Tickets from $93 — Experience the electrifying sounds of The Black Keys live in concert.
Family Fun Nights
Tuesday, May 27th, 2025 · 4:30-6 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Explore a different STEAM activity each week with caregiver supervision required.