Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Two Backpack Bash events were held Saturday at Sand Creek High School in District 49 and Grand Mountain School in District 3 from 9 a.m. to noon to give free backpacks and school supplies to local kids and families.

Organizers said non-district families were welcome—community resources and fun activities were available, and donations can be dropped off at Sand Creek High School until noon with more events planned in early August.

Riders 4 Children brought joy to children recovering in the hospital on Saturday, July 26 by driving past Children’s Hospital Colorado in the city and waving to young patients, then visiting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern Colorado to support families, staff, and volunteers—since starting in 2021 the group has raised over $85,000 for the charity.

Melody Montgomery filed a lawsuit against UCCS after a deadly 2024 campus shooting that killed two people, alleging that university officials, including Chancellor Sobanet, ignored warning signs about Nicholas Jordan’s behavior as early as August 2023—prompting calls for accountability and compensation.

Cheap Perfume—a feminist punk band formed in 2015 with deep roots in Colorado Springs—is set to perform today at 2:40 p.m. on the Showcase stage at the Underground Music Showcase along Broadway in the Baker neighborhood, and they are known for bold lyrics that address topics like equality and free speech.

A dozen new sculptures and murals by artists from Colorado, the U.S., and Spain were installed downtown as part of the 27th annual Art on the Streets exhibit, which ran until May.

Fred Lunger’s bronze work 'Guardian or Thief' stands near the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum—one example of art that brought new life to downtown areas.

Longtime Colorado College political science professor and dean David Dewees Finley died at his home on June 29 surrounded by loved ones when he was 91.

A memorial service will be held at CC on Friday, August 29 at 11 a.m. in Shove Chapel — his ashes will be buried in Evergreen Cemetery.

Officials said the wildlife overpass under construction on I-25 between Larkspur and Monument in Greenland is 50% complete and will be the world’s largest bridge for wildlife when finished in December; the $15 million structure (spanning six lanes and nearly an acre) is expected to cut wildlife collisions by 90%.

Monday Hand & Foot Canasta

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.

Ricky Sweum: Lo-Fi Jazz

5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience smooth lo-fi jazz with ambient soundscapes in a stylish hotel lobby setting.

Baby & Toddler Story Time

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Enjoy fun stories, songs, and crafts designed for young children.

The Barlow Concert

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.

Lexington SC vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC

6:00 – 7:30 PM — Weidner Field — Tickets from $23 — Catch the excitement of USL rivalry at this local match.

Majestics Colorado Springs Car Show & Hop

4-9 p.m. — Felipe's 109 — Cost varies — Indulge in giant smoked turkey legs while enjoying a classic car show.

Fusion Night

8 PM - 12 AM — 1106 N Circle Dr, Colorado Springs, CO — Free entry — Experience a vibrant fusion of music and entertainment every Saturday night.

Baby Time at the Library

11:15 AM – 12:00 PM — Pikes Peak Library District - East Library — Free — Interactive songs, rhymes, and stories for babies up to 12 months.

Q3 Family Promise Gathering

11:30 PM – 1:00 AM — First United Methodist Church — Free entry — Discover key updates and new initiatives from Family Promise of Colorado Springs while connecting with the community.

Hillside Summer Concert Series

5:00 – 8:30 PM — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — Tickets $18 — Experience local talents and enjoy food and drinks in a beautiful garden setting.