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3rd Annual Special Olympics Polar Plunge in Colorado Springs

Presented by Special Olympics Colorado - Southeast Area at Memorial Park, Colorado Springs

February 4, 2012

The third-annual Special Olympics Colorado Polar Plunge in Colorado Springs is scheduled, and all proceeds benefit more than 11,000 Special Olympics athletes across the state. Participants must raise or pledge $85 ($50 for students and Special Olympics athletes) to take part and receive the official Polar Plunge t-shirt. Pledges above and beyond the minimum fee are eligible for additional incentives. For more ...More

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	Tell-a-friend Snowshoe Outing in the Mountains Presented by Bear Creek Nature Center at Bear Creek Nature Center February 4, 2012 Join us for a naturalist guided snowshoe hike in the mountains geared for beginners at a site to be determined based upon snow conditions. You will be given directions to the ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets PPDD Valentine's Day Massacre Presented by Pikes Peak Derby Dames at Colorado Springs City Auditorium February 4, 2012 Pikes Peak Derby Dames pre-season mixer bout, featuring two one-time only teams, including your favorite Derby Dames and some fresh meat! ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets 2012 ISU Four Continents Figure Skating Championships Presented by U.S. Figure Skating at Colorado Springs World Arena February 9-February 12, 2012 2012 ISU Four Continents Figure Skating Championship Comes To Colorado Colorado Springs is set to host the 2012 ISU Four Continents Figure Skating Championship at the World ...More
	Tell-a-friend Angler's Covey Fly Shop Hosts the 2012 Costa Fly Fishing Film Tour F3T Presented by Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center February 17, 2012 Are you a fisherman suffering from winter withdrawal? Get a fishing fix watching this collection of some of the finest short films on the Fly Fishing adventure you will ever see. ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Harlem Globetrotters Presented by Colorado Springs World Arena at Colorado Springs World Arena March 1, 2012 Expose your family to something truly unique – the Harlem Globetrotters! It’s an entertainment experience unlike anything you’ve seen before, filled with ...More
	Tell-a-friend Yoga For Kids Presented by Marmalade at Smokebrush at Marmalade at Smokebrush February 4, 2012 An imaginative retreat for kids ages 3 - 8 featuring WeeBee the Yogic "Monkey" and Shylee the Yoga Faerie. Come to enjoy the fun and creative movement, music and ...More
	Tell-a-friend Relaxation Yoga Presented by The Inner Space at Poor Richards at The Inner Space at Poor Richard's January 12-February 23, 2012 Join us for gentle movements and breath work designed to help you unwind from your day. My intention is to create a non-competitive environment where students can find the version ...More

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Event Name	Organization	Dates	City
Get Fit at the Garden Wellness Walk Get Fit at the Garden Wellness Walk Presented by Garden of the Gods Park & Visitor Center at Garden of the Gods Visitors Center February 1-February 29, 2012 We are delighted to announce that we are venturing on into a second year of hiking! We convene on Wednesday mornings at 9 am in the lower foyer of the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center for a free one-, two- or three-mile measured walk at the Garden. Following the hike, join our participants for a free nourishment in the Garden café along with an educational conversation about the Park. Dress for the weather; wear sturdy shoes, bring water hat and sunscreen as...	Garden of the Gods Park & Visitor Center	02/01/12- 02/29/12	Colorado Springs
St Patty's Sports Expo St Patty's Sports Expo Presented by Colorado Springs Grand Prix of Running at Antlers Hilton Hotel March 15-March 16, 2012 Come to the St Patty's Sports Expo on March 15th and 16th! Register for the 5K on St Patrick's Day or the 50K Pedal for St. Patrick's Day bike ride and pick up your race or ride packet. See the latest running and biking gear. Get training tips and sample fitness products. This Expo is free and open to the public. It's the place to be for active people!	Colorado Springs Grand Prix of Running	03/15/12- 03/16/12	Colorado Springs
N. Cheyenne Canon Spring Break Camp: The Cañon Rocks! N. Cheyenne Canon Spring Break Camp: The Cañon Rocks! Presented by Starsmore Discovery Center at Starsmore Discovery Center March 26-March 30, 2012 Geology goes big during spring break camp at N. Cheyenne Cañon Park! We’ll take excursions to Garden of the Gods and Red Rock Canyon! And, campers will explore geology through activities such as rock climbing, gold panning, science experiments, art, and games every day.	Starsmore Discovery Center	03/26/12- 03/30/12	Colorado Springs
Travel China with Chinese Cultural Institute Travel China with Chinese Cultural Institute Presented by Colorado Springs Chinese Cultural Institute at Manitou Springs City Hall April 10-April 24, 2012 Travel to learn more about China, including trips to Beijing, Xi'an, Chongqing, Yangtze River cruise, Yichang, Wuhan, Hangzhou, Suzhou and Shanghai. Prices include: 1) All sales taxes, fuel taxes, airport fees. 2) All hotel service charges and daily breakfasts. 3) One local English speaking guide in each city 4) Domestic airfare in China 5) Chartered bus transportation and water on the bus 6) 4 or 5 star hotel accommodations 7) All first...	Colorado Springs Chinese Cultural Institute	04/10/12- 04/24/12	Manitou Springs
Run to the Shrine Run to the Shrine Presented by Cheyenne Mountain Zoo at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo May 19, 2012 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo invites world class runners and families alike to join in the Run to the Shrine. Both the 5K and the 10K options curve through the zoo and some of the most stunning mountain scenery this side of the Rockies. The races conclude with a party at The Lodge at Moose Lake! A great opportunity for competitive racers, casual walkers, as well as families and children eager to show their enthusiasm for the zoo, the Run to the Shrine offers the coveted opportunity to...	Cheyenne Mountain Zoo	05/19/12	Colorado Springs
Starlight Spectacular 2012 Starlight Spectacular 2012 Presented by Trails and Open Space Coalition at Garden of the Gods Visitors Center June 9, 2012 Join the Trails and Open Space Coalition for the 18th Annual Starlight Spectacular! This fun night-time bicycle ride is suitable for all ages and abilities and traverses the City of Colorado Springs, the Garden of the Gods and Old Colorado City. The ride begins and ends at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center. Along the route, riders are re-energized and entertained by themed rest stops. Upon returning to the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, all participants receive...	Trails and Open Space Coalition	06/09/12	Colorado Springs
U.S. Ultimate Open U.S. Ultimate Open Presented by USA Ultimate July 5-July 8, 2012 USA Ultimate, the National governing Body for the sport of Ultimate in the United States, announced today plans for the inaugural U.S. Open, a major international competition and Ultimate convention in Colorado Springs, Colo. The U.S. Open will be an annual event held during the Fourth of July weekend every year, and invite the world’s best teams from three divisions – Open, Women’s and Mixed. The event will host 24 teams and more than 600 of the best Ultimate...	USA Ultimate	07/05/12- 07/08/12	Air Force Academy
Yoga at the MACS Yoga at the MACS Presented by Movement Arts Community Studio July 7, 2011-July 13, 2012 The Movement Arts Community Studio is a volunteer-based studio that offers a variety of yoga classes to the public at very reasonable prices. Come visit this beautiful sanctuary of a space and gaze upon the rocky mountains while you practice.	Movement Arts Community Studio	07/07/11- 07/13/12	Colorado Springs
Rocky Mountain State Games Rocky Mountain State Games Presented by Colorado Springs Sports Corporation July 20-July 29, 2012 The Rocky Mountain State Games (RMSG) is a multi-sport festival for Colorado citizens of all ages and athletic abilities including physically disabled, visually impaired and Paralympic athletes. Recognized by the National Congress of State Games, a member of the United States Olympic Committee, the 2012 Rocky Mountain State Games will be held in July in Colorado Springs. Organized and managed by the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, the 2012 RMSG will offer competition in 32...	Colorado Springs Sports Corporation	07/20/12- 07/29/12	Colorado Springs
Tee Up for Life Tee Up for Life Presented by American Cancer Society at Antler Creek Golf Course August 4, 2012 Tee Up for Life holds an annual charity golf tournament benefiting the American Cancer Society. Established by a local cancer survivor, this event allows you to give to the ACS while having some fun in the beautiful Colorado sunshine with friends.	American Cancer Society	08/04/12	Falcon
Red Mountain Yoga Red Mountain Yoga Presented by Red Mountain Yoga January 14, 2012-January 1, 2013 Discover your healthy, happy, true self through yoga. All experience levels welcome.	Red Mountain Yoga	01/14/12- 01/01/13	Colorado Springs