Daily editionMonday, July 21st, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of July.
Community
Operation Homefront hosted its annual Back-to-School Brigade today to give 600 military kids backpacks, school supplies and gift cards to help them start new schools and adjust to moves—local families and volunteers also helped make the transition easier.
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Government
The Colorado Department of Transportation launches its new 'Buckle Up — Someone Needs You' campaign this week to urge drivers to buckle up for their families, with posters in over 50 public venues and increased seat belt checks by local law enforcement for the rest of July.
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Colorado Springs Events
Post-Deployment Welcome Home
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025 · 10-11 a.m. — Airman & Family Readiness Center — Free entry — Celebrate and reconnect during this welcoming event for returning service members.
Community Constellations Fundraiser
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025 · 3-9 p.m. — Stellina Pizza Cafe — 10% of proceeds support local kids — Celebrate community while dining at Stellina Pizza and giving back to Riders 4 Children.
Jazz Thursday with Susan Rissman
Thursday, July 24th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy jazz evening with the Susan Rissman Trio in a chic hotel lobby bar.
Mike & Bertye: Mountain Music
Friday, July 25th, 2025 · 4-7 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience an outdoor concert featuring award-winning guitarist Mike Maddux blending jazz, bluegrass, and classical styles.
Annual Hillside Brunch Fundraiser
Saturday, July 26th, 2025 · 10 AM – 1 PM — Hillside Community Center — Discount for neighbors — Enjoy a delightful brunch with games, music, and community spirit.
Summer Music Series: Redraw the Farm
Sunday, July 27th, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Enjoy live music while sipping on your favorite brew in the beer garden.
Monday Hand & Foot Canasta
Monday, July 28th, 2025 · 1-3 p.m. — Pikes Peak Library District - Library 21c — Bring your own decks of cards — Enjoy a friendly game of Hand & Foot Canasta with fellow enthusiasts.
Summer Concert Series
Tuesday, July 29th, 2025 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Enjoy an electrifying blues performance by The Delta Sonics in the heart of Old Colorado City.
Baby & Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, July 30th, 2025 · 10:30-11:30 a.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Enjoy fun stories, songs, and crafts designed for young children.
The Barlow Concert
Thursday, July 31st, 2025 · 7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rugged blend of Red Dirt, Americana, and outlaw country with The Barlow.