Daily editionFriday, September 5th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
Education
Library 21C of the Pikes Peak Library District offers free tutoring every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6 p.m. where volunteer tutors help students from elementary to college levels and Brainfuse provides online support from 2 p.m. to midnight—no library card or sign-up is needed.
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Government
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office issued a shelter-in-place order at 3:24 p.m. today for a quarter mile area around the 3800 block of Chia Drive—near Marksheffel and Drennan Road southeast of the Colorado Springs Airport due to law enforcement activity.
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The City of Colorado Springs is hosting a public open house for the South Academy Boulevard Improvements Project on Tuesday, September 9 at Pikes Peak United Way's Family Success Center from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. City officials will share plans to fix 18 miles of the boulevard—replacing old pavement, curbs, gutters, adding a new path and fixing drainage—and ask for local input.
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Health
Colorado Springs man Jordan Dorn, who lost five family members to suicide, is organizing the Out of Darkness Walk on Saturday, September 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at America the Beautiful Park near downtown to help those in pain—he urges anyone suffering to seek help and reminds them they will be loved and missed.
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Colorado Springs Events
Downtown Walking Tour: Historic Architecture & Murals
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 · 10:00-11:30 a.m. — BLK MGK Coffee — $15 — Explore the artistry and history of Colorado Springs' urban landscape with expert guides.
Dahlia Brunch
Sunday, September 7th, 2025 · 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Gather Mountain Blooms — Reservations recommended — Experience a relaxing Sunday brunch among blooming flowers with mimosas and a private flower picking experience.
Colorado Springs Senior Expo
Monday, September 8th, 2025 · 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — COS City Hub — Free entry — Connect with local organizations and enjoy prize drawings, refreshments and health screenings.
Tuesday Vibes: Sara Van Hecke
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience a blend of indie-folk and jazz from singer-songwriter Sara Van Hecke in a cozy bar setting.
Hillside Garlic Festival
Sunday, September 14th, 2025 · 9 AM – 2 PM — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — No Entry Fee — Experience the bold flavors of garlic with unique varietals and delicious bites in a beautiful setting.
Summer Concert Series
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Enjoy a soulful performance by local artist Austin Johnson in the heart of Old Colorado City.
A Brother's Fountain Live Concert
Wednesday, September 17th, 2025 · 5-9 p.m. — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — $18 admission — Experience the captivating sounds of A Brother's Fountain, a unique indie folk band you didn’t know you needed.
E J R M Live Performance
Thursday, September 18th, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — Ohana Kava Bar — Free entry — Enjoy live ambient and downtempo music while sipping relaxing beverages in a vibrant community atmosphere.
Anselm Society Retreat: A Long Expected Feast
Friday, September 19th, 2025 · 3-9 p.m. — THE PEEL HOUSE — Cost info not specified — Celebrate Bilbo and Frodo's birthday with a weekend of revelry and restoration featuring learning and feasting.
Live Music: Nue Polka
Saturday, September 20th, 2025 · 11:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful day of polka tunes amidst great vibes and craft brews.