Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Colorado Horse Rescue’s HorseAlert tool, described as an 'Uber for horses,' is expanding as wildfires persist, connecting evacuees with volunteer drivers to transport 690 registered horses and 60 new volunteers in areas like the front range — the group urges community members to sign up.

Springs Scene presents a slate of events starting July 11 with parades, festivals, and fairs in the area.

Highlights include the Pikes Peak or Bust Parade downtown at 11 a.m., Red, White and Rumble On at Pikes Peak Indian Motorcycle, and America’s Mountain Festival in Woodland Park with music and vendors.

Wildland firefighters gathered Sunday in Grand Junction — near the Snyder Mesa fire margins — to honor three Helitack crew members who perished fighting flames that burned 30,202 acres at the Colorado-Utah border.

Nearly 40 large wildfires, including Aspen Acres south of Colorado Springs, continue to challenge the West.

Colorado Springs’ Rizuto’s Ice Cream opened its new location in the Chelton Crossing Community Hub on Jet Wing Drive in June, offering affordable soft-serve and specialty treats near Sierra High School and Panorama Middle School.

The expansion supports community investment in a historically underinvested area (founded by Leo “Chip” Rizuto).

Local families cherished Taylor’s Acre at Fillmore Street and Templeton Gap Road, where a barn with inspirational murals and donkeys served as a community hub from the 1970s until it was sold and demolished in 2012.

The site remains a fond memory of neighborhood spirit.

Springs Scene features upcoming art and cultural events including the Artisan & Gift Show on Aug.

1 at Norris Penrose and First Friday art walks in Old Colorado City and downtown. Local galleries and museums offer exhibitions (with varying dates) through next March.

A series of summer concerts runs across the Pikes Peak region from July 6 to Aug.

8, featuring events like the Disney concert in Manitou Springs, Creekwalk shows, and live acts at local theaters (some events require tickets) with many offering free entry.

Vitalant in Colorado Springs reported a critical shortage of type O blood and urged local donors to schedule appointments before the end of July+ fewer summer donations have dropped the supply to a two-year low.

Rainbow Ryders will offer a one-day promotion for a sunrise hot air balloon ride on July 19 (costing $170.19) over the Pikes Peak region.

It also serves as the official operator for the Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off.

Developers from The O’Neil Group and VeLa Development Partners plan to break ground on OneVela, a 27-story apartment tower (cost $225 million) at the northeast corner of Sahwatch and West Costilla; construction will begin in about four to six months as local capital markets and rental rates stabilize.

The Planets: Reimagined

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Enjoy an all-star big band performance of The Planets arranged by Jeremy Levy in a tribute to Gordon Goodwin.

$35 Thirsty Thursdays at Painting with a Twist

7-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $35 per person — Enjoy a fun paint and sip experience with discounted drinks.

Zeppelin Alive!

6-11 p.m. — Stargazers Theatre & Event Center — $22.00 plus fees — Experience the thrill of Led Zeppelin's music brought to life by talented tribute artists.

Live Music: SofaKillers

4-7 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy the SofaKillers performing live and catch the summer vibes at this local brewery.

Yoga in the Park with Cambio Yoga

9-10 a.m. — PikeRide, Inc. — Free trip available — Enjoy outdoor yoga sessions at Nancy Lewis Park with Cambio Yoga this summer.

Mellow Mondays Coloring Night

4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Relax and color your worries away with themed pages and craft supplies available.

Bleating Heart Night: Sue's Gift

5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Enjoy craft beer while supporting a local nonprofit.

Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing Company

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy delicious brews and pizza with friends.

Less Water, More Flavor: Garden Wine Dinner

6-9 p.m. — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — Ticketed event — Experience a unique wine dinner featuring dry farmed wines and drought-tolerant ingredients in a beautiful garden setting.

D2 Summer Food Service Program

All day — Family Success Center - Pikes Peak United Way — Free meals available — A community initiative to provide nutritious food during the summer months.