Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Sertich Ice Center has reopened with a fresh ice surface and scheduled public skating sessions along with a new Learn to Skate program that begins Saturday, July 25.

The center invites skaters of all ages to experience fun & safe skating.

The Colorado Springs Therapeutic Riding Center reopened its barns after renovations and now offers improved facilities for riding lessons and therapy programs.

Volunteer rescue teams have sheltered hundreds of displaced animals and livestock from the Aspen Acres Fire by converting facilities such as the state fairgrounds into safe havens.

The groups have worked since early alerts to care for the animals and reunite them with their families as evacuation orders lift.

City Greenhouses (1003 Glen Ave.) will host its annual surplus plant sale from July 23 to 25; residents can buy native, greenhouse-grown plants for a suggested donation of $9 to fund facility improvements as shoppers are encouraged to arrive early when supplies are limited.

Retired fire chief Steve Murphy will serve as grand marshal at the 88th Bronc Day Festival in Green Mountain Falls on July 25 at 10 a.m. The Colorado native will lead the parade + support local activities and vendors as the event honors community milestones.

Attendees at the El Paso County Fair in Calhan enjoyed rabbit judging and live music on Sunday, July 12— the fair will continue until July 18 with animal contests, treats and rides.

I-25 was closed Monday afternoon south of Baptist Road when crews worked to contain a grass fire burning between Monument and Colorado Springs; northbound lanes cleared by 1:15 p.m. while southbound traffic remained halted and no evacuations were issued.

A series of free and affordable summer concerts offers music fans a range of shows from yesterday to early August, featuring acts like Little London Winds and Struggle Jennings at venues in Manitou Springs, Sunshine Studios, and Pikes Peak Center (check event websites for details).

CO150 film festival is celebrating the state’s 150th anniversary by featuring over 150 Colorado films; Lulu’s will show Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade at 7 p.m. Friday, WarGames on July 21, and True Grit on July 22 at (32 S.

Tejon St.).

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.

LIVE at the Lodge - Tiny Pockets with Good Grub Food Truck

6-9 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Food truck and live music — Enjoy an evening of tunes from Tiny Pockets while savoring delicious bites from Good Grub.

Brushes & Brunch at Beans & Brews

1-3 p.m. — Beans & Brews Coffeehouse — $15 minimum food purchase required — Unleash your creativity with step-by-step painting instruction in a cozy café setting.

Real Madrid Foundation Soccer Camp

8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — El Pomar Youth Sports Park — Registration required — Develop soccer skills with expert coaching from Real Madrid methodologies.

Mash Mechanix Pickleball Club

5:30-6 p.m. — Mash Mechanix Brewing Co — Free entry — Enjoy friendly and competitive pickleball while sipping on discounted pints.

Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing Company

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free to play — Test your knowledge while enjoying craft beer and prizes every Wednesday night.

Cos Racing Group Bike Ride

5:30-6:00 p.m. — Fossil Craft Beer Company — Free entry — Enjoy a weekly cycling adventure followed by community vibes and craft beer.

Food Distribution Event

10-11 a.m. — Norris Penrose Event Center — Open to all — Helping the community by providing food supplies for those in need.