| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Snowshoe Outing in the MountainsPresented 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 trailhead upon receipt of reservation and payment. Each party is responsible for their own transportation, food and equipment. Reservations are required, so make sure to call ahead.
| Bear Creek Nature Center | 02/04/12 | Colorado Springs |
Yoga For KidsPresented 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 magic.
| Marmalade at Smokebrush | 02/04/12 | Colorado Springs |
Synergy Jazz Company Ensemble Showcase and Benefit ShowPresented by Synergy Dance Academy February 4, 2012 Synergy Dance Academy presents its Jazz Ensemble Showcase and Benefit show for Care and Share of Southern Colorado. Dancers from ages 3 - 18 will debut pieces from their 2012 season. | Synergy Dance Academy | 02/04/12 | Monument |
Midsummer in MidwinterPresented by Chamber Orchestra of the Springs at First Christian Church February 5, 2012 Felix Mendelssohn • Music from A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Intermezzo, Nocturne, and Scherzo
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky • Variations on a Rococo Theme, op. 33
Camille Saint-Saens • Symphony No. 2 in A minor, op. 55*
Celebrated cellist Barbara Thiem of the Colorado State University faculty joins the Chamber Orchestra for Tchaikovsky’s Variations on a Rococo Theme. Let the cold winter melt away with Mendelssohn’s... | Chamber Orchestra of the Springs | 02/05/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Twos & Threes Outdoors: Fabulous Five Senses | Fountain Creek Nature Center | 02/09/12 | Fountain |
Living with Wildlife Series: Protecting Pets & WildlifePresented by Bear Creek Nature Center at Bear Creek Nature Center February 11, 2012 Meet a live animal that once was a pet, was released into the wild, and listen to his rescue story. Visit with a Humane Society officer and education specialist to learn why and how to keep your pets safe while recreating in the outdoors. Educate yourself on animal body language, play a game and/or make a craft. Reservations are required.
| Bear Creek Nature Center | 02/11/12 | Colorado Springs |
Young Chautauqua ExperiencePresented by Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum at Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum February 11, 2012 America: The Second Century 1876-1976
If you could spend the morning with an iconic figure in this era of American history, who would it be? We’ll help you decide as student scholars present authentic portrayals and peek into the lives of iconic figures from our country’s second century…including little known secrets!
Under the auspices of Colorado Humanities, student performers from schools across the city, have been immersed in their characters through... | Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum | 02/11/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Taylor Memorial Concert Series | Taylor Memorial Concert Series | 02/12/12 | Colorado Springs |
"Mardi Gras" & "Masks" Gallery ShowPresented by Cottonwood Center for the Arts at Cottonwood Center for the Arts January 27-February 14, 2012 Cottonwood's January Gallery Shows will celebrate the spicy side of "Mardi Gras" in the Herbertson Gallery and "Masks in the Spittler Gallery. The show is a glittery, theatrical and vibrant show that will warm up the chilly winter days. | Cottonwood Center for the Arts | 01/27/12-
02/14/12 | Colorado Springs |
Singing Valentines from the ConservatoryPresented by Colorado Springs Conservatory at Colorado Springs Conservatory February 14, 2012 Attention Music Lovers and Romantics...
The Conservatory Delivers Singing Valentines!
Our students will serenade your sweetheart with 2 love songs, and deliver a chocolate treat and a rose to your home or the place of your choice.
Dare to be different this Valentines Day and have your sentiments delivered in this fun and memorable way. | Colorado Springs Conservatory | 02/14/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Bear Creek Nature Explorers: Horns and Thorns | Bear Creek Nature Center | 02/16/12 | Colorado Springs |
Ice Age in ColoradoPresented by Bear Creek Nature Center at Bear Creek Nature Center February 18, 2012 What is an ice age? How do we know about ice ages and what causes them to come and go? Join paleontologist Paul Combs for an entertaining presentation of what was going on in Colorado, what plants and animals were living here and where you can see Ice Age evidence in the Pikes Peak area. Reservations are required.
| Bear Creek Nature Center | 02/18/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Mumbo Jumbo Gumbo Cook-off & Carnivale Parade | Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce | 02/18/12 | Manitou Springs |
29th Annual Southern Colorado Handbell FestivalPresented by Southern Colorado Handbell Festival at Colorado Springs City Auditorium February 18, 2012 Over three hundred handbell ringers from cities and towns of Colorado and Nebraska unite to create a massed handbell choir on the floor of the Historic City Auditorium. Ringing together under the direction of Monica McGowan and joined by the Heritage Brass, the massed Southern Colorado Festival Handbell Choir makes this unique and exciting concert a "Don't Miss" tradition.
Donations are accepted to support this festival. | Southern Colorado Handbell Festival | 02/18/12 | Colorado Springs |
Food and Dance for AfricaPresented by Yermande Inc. at Casa Verde Commons House February 18, 2012 Please join us for a Traditional Senegalese Meal followed by West African Drumming and Dance, to raise funds for our Reforestation and Community Development in Senegal, West Africa. (A vegetarian option will also be served.) | Yermande Inc. | 02/18/12 | Colorado Springs |
Pikes Peak Regional History Lecture SeriesPresented by Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum at Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum February 18, 2012 Katherine Scott Sturdevant, Professor of History, and Stephen Collins, Professor of Communication (PPCC) present:
"Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln on Black Equity in the Civil War: A Historical-Rhetorical Study,"
The former-slave abolitionist, Frederick Douglass, and President Abraham Lincoln, were not friends or confidants before the Civil War, despite accusations to the contrary. They met only three times. Yet they developed parallel and complementary... | Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum | 02/18/12 | Colorado Springs |
Ice FestivalPresented by Cripple Creek at Cripple Creek February 11-February 19, 2012 Don't just curl up with a good book this winter. Come up to Cripple Creek and you may just find yourself walking through one!
The 4th Annual Cripple Creek Ice Festival will be featuring "Story Time," where our ice carvers can incorporate their interpretation of any piece of classic literature into their art.
Spectators that enjoy watching the ice carving are invited to join us as sculptors wield chainsaws and carving tools to create their masterpieces. This family... | Cripple Creek | 02/11/12-
02/19/12 | Cripple Creek |
Little Wonders: Frolicking FoxesPresented by Bear Creek Nature Center at Bear Creek Nature Center February 23, 2012 Discover the world of nature with your 2 or 3 year-old. Interactive activities and a short hike make this the perfect introduction to the outdoors for your child. Reservations are required.
| Bear Creek Nature Center | 02/23/12 | Colorado Springs |
Urban Peak’s 11th Annual Building Futures, Building Lives: A Personal JourneyPresented by Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center February 23, 2012 Eat great food … Get your groove on with music by the Phat Horn Doctors … Celebrate Urban Peak’s amazing volunteers … Bid at the auction and help homeless youth!
Pam Jones and Juliet Draper will be honored during the evening; Kelly Werthmann, Fox21, will be the special guest emcee. Business/cocktail attire is suggested. | Stargazers Theatre & Event Center | 02/23/12 | Colorado Springs |
Winter Night Sky for BeginnersPresented by Fountain Creek Nature Center at Fountain Creek Nature Center February 24, 2012 Make a star chart and learn the patterns and locations of stars and other night sky objects during an indoor presentation. Afterwards, we’ll go for a walk to locate stars and constellations visible in the winter sky. Bring a small flashlight, binoculars if you have them, and dress warmly. Reservations are required.
| Fountain Creek Nature Center | 02/24/12 | Fountain |
Palmer Lake After DarkPresented by FamilyNation at Palmer Lake Town Hall February 24, 2012 Adult and teen oriented event of neon lights, music, dancing and food. This will be a blast! Proceeds from this event support FamilyNation non-profit services. All food items will be donated to Tri-Lake Cares. | FamilyNation | 02/24/12 | Palmer Lake |
Children's HiSTORY Hour: Abe Lincoln's HatPresented by Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum at Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum February 25, 2012 Join the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum the last Saturday of each month for Children’s HiSTORY Hour! In February, we will read Abe Lincoln's Hat by Martha Brenner***, take a family-friendly tour of our travelling exhibit, “Abe Lincoln: A Man of His Time, A Man for All Times,” create your own Lincoln hat and other crafts, and have a special visitor, Mr. Lincoln himself!
***Book description: Abraham Lincoln, one of our greatest presidents, started out in life... | Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum | 02/25/12 | Colorado Springs |
Wildlife Drawing with Mr. Rick & Nature HikePresented by Fountain Creek Nature Center at Fountain Creek Nature Center February 25, 2012 Nature’s more fun when you share it with someone! Draw your favorite animals, step by step with Mr. Rick, then teach others how to draw them too! Rick Flores is a cartoon artist and nature center volunteer who can make a fun time out of thin air! Then fox-walk with our staff to look for the animals’ homes and signs in the park. Paper drawing booklet & colored pencils provided. Ages 6 to adult. Reservations are required. | Fountain Creek Nature Center | 02/25/12 | Fountain |
Raise the Roof Boychoir Festival ConcertPresented by Colorado Springs Children's Chorale at Cheyenne Mountain High School Auditorium February 25, 2012 Take nearly 200 guys, age 8 – 18, put them on stage in brightly colored t-shirts, add some classic tunes – “From Barbershop to Old Time Rock & Roll”, a touch of choreography, a band and a bit of “guys rule” attitude and what do you have? The 2012 Sing-Raise the Roof Boychoir in concert.
Started in 2001 by the Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale, the Sing - Raise the Roof Boychoir Festival will take place February 22 - 25,... | Colorado Springs Children's Chorale | 02/25/12 | Colorado Springs |
Abraham Lincoln: A Man of His Time, A Man for All TimesPresented by Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum at Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum February 3-February 29, 2012 Don't miss this new traveling exhibition at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum focuses on the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Abraham Lincoln, one of the most revered figures in American history.
The exhibit opens 2/3 and is open through the month of February. | Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum | 02/03/12-
02/29/12 | Colorado Springs |
Mid Winter BluesPresented by Academy Frame Co LLC at Academy Frame Company February 2-February 29, 2012 A photographic exhibition presented by Peak Digital Imaging society.
Opening reception at Academy Frame Co is February 17th from 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. | Academy Frame Co LLC | 02/02/12-
02/29/12 | Colorado Springs |
88.7 KCME-FM Celebrates Black History MonthPresented by KCME 88.7 FM February 1-February 29, 2012 Classical 88.7 KCME-FM commemorates Black History Month with The Sounds and Songs of Black History in order to celebrate the achievements, culture, talents, and contributions of Black musicians throughout history. This program, The Sounds and Songs of Black History is being written and produced by Jana Lee Ross and Michael Campion of KCME.
From February 1 through February 29, KCME will be broadcasting The Sounds and Songs of Black History, Monday through Friday at 9 a.m., 2:00... | KCME 88.7 FM | 02/01/12-
02/29/12 | Colorado Springs |
Harlem GlobetrottersPresented 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 incredible ball handling, high-flying dunks, fan interaction and hilarious antics by some of the world’s greatest athletes and entertainers. | Colorado Springs World Arena | 03/01/12 | Colorado Springs |
Mistura Bela Brazilian, Spanish & Jazz musicPresented by Salsa Brava April 2, 2011-March 3, 2012 Brazilian, spanish & Jazz standards in a Mexican Restaurant | Salsa Brava | 04/02/11-
03/03/12 | Colorado Springs |
Capturing Kids’ CreativityPresented by Commonwheel Artists Co-op at Commonwheel Artists Co-op February 24-March 12, 2012 Manitou Springs Elementary Children’s Art Show: Capturing Kids’ Creativity
Please join us for refreshments and student music performances.
Capturing Kid’s Creativity offers a rare opportunity to view the energetic, raw talent of our local elementary students. Drawing inspiration from Klee, Mondrian, Matisse, Picasso, Chagall, O’Keefe, Van Gogh, and local artist, Sean O’Meallie, the artwork on display conveys the depth and heart of... | Commonwheel Artists Co-op | 02/24/12-
03/12/12 | Manitou Springs |
St. Patrick's Day ParadePresented by St. Patrick's Day Parade at Downtown Colorado Springs March 17, 2012 Join thousands of spectators cheering more than 100 units, including marching bands, floats, classic cars and lots of leprechauns! The Parade starts at Acacia Park and runs down Tejon Street. | St. Patrick's Day Parade | 03/17/12 | Colorado Springs |
Open Painting (Paint your own canvas)Presented by Paint the Town, Paint & Party Studio at Paint the Town, Paint & Party Studio March 30, 2011-March 28, 2012 Every Wednesday is "Open Painting" at Paint the Town, Paint & Party Studio. Bring your friends, kids, your lunch/snack and settle in to paint your own masterpiece. The friendly staff will be there to guide you and encourage you as you create!
Paint the Town, Paint & Party Studio offers an assortment of paints & mixed media supplies, and a happy place to create! You don't have to be a child prodigy to craft a masterpiece -- you'll have fun no matter how... | Paint the Town, Paint & Party Studio | 03/30/11-
03/28/12 | Colorado Springs |
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 |
Pikes Peak Opry Country Music Dinner TheaterPresented by PIKES PEAK OPRY COUNTRY MUSIC DINNER THEATER January 28-March 31, 2012 The Pikes Peak Opry is a country and western music dinner theater setting complete with a supper and show. The owner(s) Ronnie Cook and his wife Elaine have been in the music business for many years and worked at dinner theater and chuckwagon type operations such as the Barleen Country Music Dinner Theater, Lazy B Chuckwagon, and thirteen years at the Flying W Ranch here in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The dinner is Texas BBQ catered by Choo-Choo Smoker, and to say "Best Texas BBQ In... | PIKES PEAK OPRY COUNTRY MUSIC DINNER THEATER | 01/28/12-
03/31/12 | Fountain |
Stuart LittlePresented by Imagination Celebration at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts April 23, 2012 Stuart is a little mouse, born to real human parents in New York City. In this E. B. White fantasy, Stuart enjoys adventures in Central Park and tries to rescue his friend Margalo, a beautiful bird, from the pursuit of Snowbell, their house cat. As this mild mannered mouse tries to cope in a “real person’s” world, he professes that size is not important; it’s temperament and ability that count.
Featuring the brilliant talent of Sign Stage on Tour, this... | Imagination Celebration | 04/23/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Art Photography I | Bemis School of Art | 04/02/12-
04/23/12 | Colorado Springs |
Travel China with Chinese Cultural InstitutePresented 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 |
| Art Photography II: The Next Step | Bemis School of Art | 04/04/12-
04/25/12 | Colorado Springs |
Youth Empowerment Festival 2012Presented by FamilyNation at Palmer Lake Town Hall April 28, 2012 This is a community celebration with family friendly activities that are perfect for all Coloradoans’ active lifestyle. This one-day festival offers attendees food, entertainment, an arts & craft show and an eclectic display of fine artisans work. | FamilyNation | 04/28/12 | Palmer Lake |
Youth Empowerment Festival 2012Presented by FamilyNation at Palmer Lake Town Hall April 28, 2012 Come join us at the Youth Empowerment Festival 2012. We will have an Arts & Crafts Fair, Music, Dancing, Jugglers, other crazy entertainment and the Mayors Dinner that everyone can attend. We are currently accepting vendor applications. | FamilyNation | 04/28/12 | Palmer Lake |
Palmer Lake You Got TalentPresented by FamilyNation, Inc. at Palmer Lake Town Hall April 28, 2012 Come to the finale of the Palmer Lake You Got Talent Awards. Do you have a talent? Do you live in the Tri-Lakes, Colorado Springs area? Are you between the ages of 6 - 24? Well, go to our website, we want to see what you can do! | FamilyNation, Inc. | 04/28/12 | Palmer Lake |
Youth Empowerment AwardsPresented by FamilyNation at Palmer Lake Town Hall April 28, 2012 Come support the youth of Colorado Springs, Tri-Lakes and Larkspur areas at this awards ceremony. It will be fantastic! | FamilyNation | 04/28/12 | Palmer Lake |
Art on the StreetsPresented by Community Ventures, Inc. at Downtown Colorado Springs June 24, 2011-May 1, 2012 In its 13th year, Art on the Streets is a yearlong public art exhibition showcasing the works of new as well as celebrated artists from across the country and abroad. A walking tour map featuring exhibition pieces as well as all of the public art that can be found downtown is available for download or by calling the Downtown Partnership. | Community Ventures, Inc. | 06/24/11-
05/01/12 | Colorado Springs |
Run to the ShrinePresented 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 |
2012 Spring Session for the Young Performing ArtistPresented by Colorado Springs Conservatory at Colorado Springs Conservatory January 30-June 1, 2012 Exploration of the performing arts for children and young adults ages 4 through 19 in a safe, after school environment that embraces individuality, creativity and respect for others. From performing in the spring production of Fiddler on the Roof and jamming with friends, to an in-depth look at Chamber Music. Experience instrumental and vocal music of all genres, theater, movement, theory, music composition, college prep and interview strategies and much, much more. | Colorado Springs Conservatory | 01/30/12-
06/01/12 | Colorado Springs |
Comedy Improv with Stick Horses in PantsPresented by Stick Horses in Pants at The Loft Music Venue February 10-June 8, 2012 Come check out the award-winning Stick Horses in Pants comedy improv group at the new Loft Theater in Old Colorado City!
We're ready to keep you laughing with our ever famous clean comedy improv show, featuring your favorite Stick Horses!
Tickets are cheaper if you purchase in advance so get your tickets now!
You can always call Stick Horses in Pants with questions, or to book your own private improv event! We do weddings, company parties, corporate... | Stick Horses in Pants | 02/10/12-
06/08/12 | Colorado Springs |
Starlight Spectacular 2012Presented 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 |
Guitar LessonPresented by Rarefaction Music March 3, 2011-June 13, 2012 Let's rock --- come and learn to sing and play!! | Rarefaction Music | 03/03/11-
06/13/12 | Colorado Springs |
U.S. Ultimate OpenPresented 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 |
Rocky Mountain State GamesPresented 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 |
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