Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Local organizations in the Pikes Peak region are submitting letters of intent today to secure federal funding for projects that help address homelessness.

The funds could boost local efforts to support individuals in need of stable housing.

More than 100 local makers, artists and small business owners will gather at Lewis-Palmer High School, 1300 Higby Road in Monument, on June 27-28 for the Front Range Makers Market.

The indoor event, celebrating 30 years, will feature handcrafted pottery, jewelry, clothing and specialty foods.

Swig — known for its dirty sodas — is set to open 10 drive-thru locations pending city approval, with franchise partners Alex and Alan Knox targeting four sites in Colorado Springs; the expansion marks the brand’s first in town.

The 83rd Pikes Peak or Bust Parade will march in downtown on July 11 after local sponsors, including UCHealth, AMR + Bank of Colorado, helped resolve a $30,000 funding gap that nearly canceled the event.

A new guide details summer concerts in the Pikes Peak region, starting with a Manitou Springs show on June 22 and continuing through July 31 at venues like The Black Sheep, Pikes Peak Center, and community parks.

The list features free+affordable options with local bands.

The cross-border exhibition 'Unearthing Futures/Desenterrando Futuros' opens at Fort Garland Museum and Harwood Museum featuring adobe art installations; Fort Garland holds a Sunday event (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) with live music, food, and activities while Harwood hosts an artist panel on Saturday, with the show running through Feb. 28.

Local entertainment unfolds with comedy, improv and musical events — Mom’s Unhinged plays at Loonees Comedy Corner on June 25 and the Tabernacle Choir Watch Party runs at Weidner Field on June 26 — additional performances run through early fall at Peak Improv Theater and the Fine Arts Center in downtown.

Monday evening, Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Teller County Search and Rescue responded to a reported moose attack on a hiker and dogs along the Lovell Gulch Trail near Woodland Park, with the hiker treated and released and one dog located at 8:27 p.m. (warning signs remain posted for visitor safety).

Tom Tang completed his third Pikes Peak race on Sunday, finishing 15th overall in his 2002 BMW E46 M3 with a time of 10:06.413 and earning a mentor spot for rookies as his passion for racing drives him onward (despite narrowly missing his sub-10-minute goal).

Pikes Peak Hall of Famer Jeff Zwart finished his 22nd run on Sunday in second place with a 2019 Porsche GT RS Clubsport and celebrated mentoring protégés like fastest female driver Emeila Hartford.

At 71, he will celebrate 30 years with Mobil 1 next year plus continue guiding local racers.

Banning Lewis Ranch Summer Concert Series Featuring The Burroughs

6 p.m. — Vista Park Pavilion — Free entry — Experience a lively night of 'sweaty soul music' under the stars with food trucks and community vibes.

Music in the Yard: The Fuzzheads

6-8 p.m. — Bristol Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy summer vibes with live music and local brews in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Books & Brews at Goat Patch Brewing

2-7 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 OFF pints — Browse curated books and enjoy a unique listening experience with audiobooks.

Pikes Punks Comedy Show: Billy Anderson

8-9:30 p.m. — The Public House at The Alexander — In-person event — Get ready to laugh your head off at the premiere Colorado Springs comedy show featuring the hilarious Billy Anderson.

The Garbologists

4 PM — Ent Center for the Arts — Ticket pricing not specified — Discover the connection and comedy between two sanitation workers through trash talk and unexpected truths.

Summer Cosmic Adventures: Mission to Mars

9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Space Foundation Headquarters and Discovery Center — $180 per camper — embark on a hands-on adventure to tackle engineering challenges and explore Mars.

Reel Fun Craft Night

4:30-6 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly movie while indulging in crafts and artistic fun for all ages.

Poolside Pals Family Fun: Paint Your Favorite!

12:00-1:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $29 per person — Enjoy a fun art class suitable for ages 5 and up where families can create colorful memories together.

Shallow End Fitness

2-6 p.m. — Peterson SFB Aquatic Center — No cost listed — Enjoy independent workout time in a reserved area of the pool designed for adults.

Live Music: School of Rock Performance

5-8 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy live music from School of Rock students at a local brewery this summer.