Ongoing Events

History & Culture

Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center

Location: 30 W. Dale Street
Hours of Operation: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (Wednesday – Sunday)
Information: (719) 634-5583; fac.coloradocollege.edu

Art of the Southwest: 1840s to Present
This exhibition explores individual stylistic movements, artists, and topics such as colonial encounters, art markets, and creative innovation, among other subjects. The artworks presented in three galleries highlight some of the most celebrated work by indigenous and Latina/o artists in the FAC’s permanent collection. Within an overall chronological flow, the galleries focus on three periods of time spanning over 150 years: mid-19th century, 1930s, and late 20th century to the present. Artworks in these galleries will be periodically rotated to feature a wide range of artworks from the FAC’s extensive collection.

O Beautiful! Shifting Landscapes of the Pikes Peak Region
A century after the founding of the Broadmoor Art Academy, we celebrate the ingenuity of the artists and patrons who helped to shape the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College into the fine museum, performing arts theatre, and art school it is today. Through these works, created by exceptional visual artists over the course of 100 years, we can witness the dramatic shifts that have occurred in the physical and artistic landscapes of the Pikes Peak region. As Colorado Springs continues to grow, so does the importance of a strong cultural identity. We are proud to have been an early and ongoing participant in this endeavor and strive to embrace the many avenues toward a doubly inclusive and dynamic FAC for all.

Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!
Saturdays & Sundays, March 2nd – 24th
Whatever you do … don’t let the pigeon drive the bus! With a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of the #1 New York Times best-selling, Caldecott Honor award-winning Pigeon picture books, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is sure to get everyone’s wings flapping.

Art Classes
Whatever your age, interest, or skill level, we have classes to fuel your creative spirit and drive your passion for the arts. Now enrolling for virtual classes. Visit https://artschool.csfineartscenter.org/classes.

Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum

We invite families to bring the entire family and visit the CPSM Annex. During the HVAC Renovation, the CSPM opened a temporary location with exhibitions sharing the history of the Pikes Peak region. Visitors can explore exhibits including the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition, Black Wings: American Dreams of Flights, and History Colorado’s Ute Knowledge: Colorado’s Original Science, Technology Engineering, and Math. Learn more about how to plan your next visit at the website below.
Location: CSPM Annex at 121 S. Tejon St., Suite 100
Hours of Operation: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm (Tuesday – Saturday)
Information: (719) 385-5990; www.cspm.org

Ute Knowledge: Colorado’s Original STEM
This exhibit tells the story of how the Ute use science, technology, engineering, and math to survive and thrive in the Rocky Mountains. The Ute people are Colorado’s longest-continuous residents, and they have thrived here through their deep understanding of, and a connection to, the Colorado landscape and environment. This traveling exhibit from History Colorado includes maps of Ute homelands, historic and contemporary photos, and quotes from Ute Elders and youth. Visitors will explore hands-on activities that highlight how Ute people solved problems in the past and still do today.

Black Wings: American Dreams of Flight
This exhibit chronicles the story of African Americans who, despite facing tremendous racial barriers, attained amazing achievements in aviation history. Visitors will explore these stories through documents, photographs, and multimedia. Additionally, several stories and artifacts from local Tuskegee Airmen will be on exhibit to highlight the many Black heroes in our community.

Literacy Programs

Pikes Peak Library District

Information: (719) 531-6333; www.ppld.org

Early Literacy Programs
https://ppld.org/kids/programs-ages-0-5
Storytime
Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Various dates, locations and times.

Stay & Play
Join us for open-ended play! We'll have fun toys to enhance your child's early literacy learning. Meet new friends and have fun playing together. For ages 0-5 years old. No registration required.
Calhan Library: Mondays, 10:30 – 11:00 am
Monument Library: Wednesdays, 10:30 – 11:00 am

Create & Play
Did you know studies show that making art builds motor skills, reading readiness, and math concepts? Bring your little one to a special event made just for them where they will experience creative and playful adventures with art! Be sure to wear old clothes that you don't mind getting messy. For children ages 1 - 5 with a favorite adult. Find the whole schedule on the Library’s website.
East Library: Tuesdays at 2:00 pm

Toddler Time
One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. This program lasts approximately 20 - 25 minutes. Find the whole schedule on the Library’s website. Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire codes for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, please have fun playing in our play spaces.
East Library: Tuesdays at 9:30 & 10:30 am
High Prairie Library: Tuesdays at 9:30 & 10:30 am
Rockrimmon Library: Wednesdays at 9:30 am
Monument Library: Wednesdays at 9:30 & 10:00 am
Ruth Holley Library: Wednesdays at 10:30 am
Fountain Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am
Sand Creek Library: Saturdays at 10:30 am
Library 21c: Tuesdays at 9:30 & 10:30 am

Stay & Play
Join us for open-ended play! We'll have fun toys to enhance your child's early literacy learning. Meet new friends and have fun playing together. For ages 1 - 3 years old. No registration required. Find the whole schedule on the Library’s website.
Monument Library: Wednesdays, 10:30 – 11:00 am
Calhan Library: Mondays, 10:30 – 11:00 am (not held on March 25)

Baby Time
Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies. Space is limited. Schedule sometimes varies. Please contact the library to be sure this event will be taking place before attending.
East Library: Mondays at 10:00 & 11:00 am
Library 21c: Mondays at 9:30 & 10:30 am

Children’s Literacy Center

Information: (719) 471-8672; www.childrensliteracycenter.org
We offer free one-to-one tutoring for children reading below grade level. Children are matched with trained volunteer tutors and meet twice a week for one hour each session. To qualify for enrollment, children must be reading below grade level; complete the first semester of first grade; and have a reading level between first and sixth grade.

Nature & Outdoor Activities

Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument

Location: Florissant, CO
Information: (719) 748-3253; www.nps.gov/flfo

Be a Junior Ranger!
This program is available year-round at the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. You can get a copy of the junior ranger workbook at the visitor center. After completing activities in the park and in the book, you can earn a junior ranger badge or patch. The junior ranger program usually takes a commitment of 1.5 – 2 hours. There is a variety of ranger-guided programs in the summer, but there are self-guided trails and other hiking trails available year-round. This is an excellent place for kids to explore, discover, learn, and have fun! https://www.nps.gov/flfo/learn/kidsyouth/beajuniorranger.htm

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Virtual Experiences

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Virtual Experiences
These exciting online opportunities offer animal experiences for everyone, anywhere! We are committed to caring for our animals and to providing choices for all ages to virtually interact, tour, learn, honor or celebrate with animals.
Location: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Information: (719) 424-7816; https://www.cmzoo.org/events-programs/virtual-experiences/

Physical Fitness & Fun

Soccer Buddies

Information: (719) 330-9642;
info@coloradosoccerbuddies.com;
www.coloradosoccerbuddies.com
Free Soccer Saturday Trial Class
Soccer Buddies is an incredibly unique and fun soccer program. Starting at 15 months old, these younger kids learn through play, so our classes are full of imagination and fun activities. Our program includes ages up to 12, so for our older kids, we introduce specific soccer skills and promote positive team play with scrimmages, plus we keep all the fun! Almost all locations offer Saturday or Sunday classes with weekday options as well! New players can attend a free trial class at any location. Parents get to relax while their different aged kiddos all can play at the same time. Class age groups are as follows: Koalas (Parent/Kiddo) 15 months to 3 years; Bears 3 to 4 years old; Polar Bears 4 to 6 years old; Polar Bears 7 to 12 years old. As your kiddo gets older and advances through age groups, they will gather more touches and skills on the soccer ball. In the Polar Bears age groups, they will be playing live scrimmage games at the end of each class! We hold year-round indoor classes for year-round fun and fitness. Like and follow us on Facebook for chances at awesome giveaways and information about exciting upcoming events!

Flipshack

Locations: Cheyenne Mountain (1789 S 8th St) and Lincoln Center (2727 N Cascade Ave)
Information: (719) 578-1006, flipshack.com/open gym

For toddlers through adults!
Open gym times may be affected by holidays.
Please visit flipshack.com for details.

Mondays: Ages 5 & under at Cheyenne Mountain, 9-11 am
Tuesdays: Teens & Adults at Lincoln Center, 7:30-10:00 pm
Wednesdays: Ages 5 & under at Lincoln Center, 9-11 am
Thursdays: Teens & Adults at Cheyenne Mountain, 7:30-10:00 pm
Saturdays: Ages 6 thru Teens at Cheyenne Mountain, Noon-1:30 pm

CageRat Sports - T-ball and Baseball Training

Grow your child's love and knowledge of baseball through t-ball and our youth training programs! Designed to meet the specific needs and skill levels of kids of all ages, our programs are sure to be a hit with your family! Call for a FREE class!
T-ball (ages 3-7) Classes offered: Tuesdays at 10am, Fridays at 4pm and Saturdays at 9am
Youth Training (ages 7-12) offered: Monday - Friday from 5 - 7pm
High School Training (ages 13-18) offered: Monday - Friday from 7 - 9pm
719-445-8500; www.cageratbaseball.com

Altitude Movement

Location: 750 Garden of the Gods Rd, Suite 125
Information: (719) 964-1798; altitudeninja.com

Homeschool PE: Wednesdays, 1-2pm & 2-3pm and Thursdays, 2-3pm
Homeschool Open Gym: Wednesdays & Thursdays, 3-4pm
Toddler/Preschool Open Gym (ages 1-6): Thursdays, 11am-12pm

Miscellaneous Activities

The Junior Rangers Program at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center

Location: 1805 N 30th St
Information: (719) 219-0104; www.gardenofgods.com
Join us at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center and we will help you start the journey to becoming a Junior Ranger! all ages welcome, a fun-filled activity booklet can be purchased in our souvenir and gift shop for $2.00. Upon completion of the booklet, you may choose to have your child’s name announced over our PA system as our newest Junior Ranger. Participants will also receive a patch or sticker along with a signed certificate for no additional charge. Plan 1-2 hours to complete the activities. Visit The Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center To get started! gardenofgods.com/visitor-and-nature-center/junior-rangers-program

Modern Market Eatery Kids Eat Free

Every Sunday and Monday after 5pm, kids (12 years of age or younger) eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Pick from kids' meal favorites like mac and cheese, pizza and delicious grilled cheese sandwiches. Modern Market Eatery specializes in foods made from scratch and uses whole, clean and sustainable ingredients. The menu includes sandwiches, chef’s bowls, salads, protein bowls, pizzas, soup and much more. You can also build your own to fit any dietary or craving needs.
Location: 1765 Briargate Parkway Suite 807
Hours: Sunday & Monday after 5:00 pm
Information: modernmarket.com

3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour

Join us for a three-hour culinary adventure featuring tastings at four to five locally owned destinations in Downtown Colorado Springs! Each tour features a carefully planned itinerary that will make you feel (and eat!) like a local. Along the way, your expert Tour Leader will entertain you with historical storytelling and insider tips to find the best local food and drink. Upgrade your ticket to include three drink pairings for only $18 (ages 21+ only). Tours only accommodate 12 guests, so sign up today before it sells out! This is the perfect (and most delicious!) way to explore Colorado Springs.
Location: Downtown Colorado Springs, 1 N Tejon St
Hours: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays; 2:00 – 5:00 pm
Information: (719) 322-5731; https://www.rockymountainfoodtours.com/tour/original-colorado-springs-food-tour/