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Fourth of July Celebrations in Colorado

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Happy 4th of July

 

Independence Day celebrations are just around the corner in the Pikes Peak Region and beyond. Events are taking place on July 4th (Saturday this year) and on the weekends before and after.

*Check the complete list before heading out in case any locations cancel events due COVID-19 or fire danger this summer.*

Colorado Springs Region:

  • Fort Carson Freedom Fest – The dates are to be determined.The fest is scheduled for June or July of 2020 at Iron Horse Park, but due to COVID-19, some modifications will be made. As many that have attended in years past know, this 3-day event is jam-packed with concerts, sporting events, an assortment of different food options, and fireworks. Check out their website if you have any questions.
  • 4th of July Symphony on Your Porch – Enjoy the Colorado Springs Philharmonic’s annual patriotic concert broadcast from your favorite radio station – all from your porch! More info here. Organizers have identified several places in Colorado Springs neighborhoods where the fireworks will be visible. CLICK HERE TO SEE THE MAP OF LOCATIONS
  • The Rocky Mountain Vibes – The Vibes will be hosting a Triple Play Holiday at UCHealth Park featuring back-to-back movies and a fireworks show on July 3. The event will start at 4:30 p.m. with the classic baseball movie,”The Sandlot.” At 6:30 p.m., is “Independence Day,” with fireworks at 9 p.m. to end the evening. More info here.
  • Switchbacks – The Switchbacks are hosting Fireworks Extravaganza on July 4th at Weidner Field. Partnering with Oakwood Homes, Switchbacks have organized a firework display synced to music from iHeartRadio and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic. Guests are expected to remain in their vehicles to watch the fireworks safely.
  • Colorado Sparkler & Fireworks – Enjoy great Fastpitch Softball action with the Colorado Sparkler tournaments happening in Colorado Springs, Denver Metro, and Northern Colorado July 1 through July 5. More info on these games here.
  • Falcon Freedom Days Firework Show – In partnership with Colorado Springs Philharmonic and Colorado Springs Sports Corporation (and iHeartRadio), Falcon Freedom Days will host a Firework Show synced to music on Saturday, July 4, from 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The Firework Show will be held at Antler Creek Golf Course driving range, one of nine locations to have a fireworks display in El Paso County. According to their website, COVID-19 restrictions will not allow for the usual day long festivities. The hope is Ranch residents can still celebrate The Fourth safely at home by tuning in to radio station Sunny 106.3, or download the iHeartRadio app to listen to the synced music along with the fireworks display. More information from Meridian Ranch can be found here.

The Broadmoor American Family Fourth of July Celebration and Rock Ledge Ranch Family Fourth had no mention of their Independence Day Celebrations. The July 4 Old Colorado City Community Picnic has been canceled.

Pueblo:

Rollin’ on the Riverwalk and Pueblo West 4th of July Celebration have been canceled due to COVID-19. The Buell Children’s Museum will be reopening their Helen T. White galleries July 3, but will not hold any Independence Day specials such as Patriotic Day.

Alamosa:

  • Independence Day Celebration – Celebrate America’s Independence in the friendly town of Alamosa. This patriotic celebration begins with the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast from 7am-10am in the parking lot of SLV Savings & Loan. Following breakfast, the 4th of July Parade kicks off at 10 am on Main & 6th ending at Bell Avenue. Fireworks start at dusk at Alamosa Fairgrounds. More information here.

Aurora:

The Fourth of July Spectacular has been canceled due to COVID-19.

Breckenridge:

Breckenridge has postponed the Independence Day parade, including the Firecracker 50 mountain bike race to July 2021 due to COVID-19.

Broomfield:

The Great American Picnic at Broomfield County Commons Park has been canceled this year due to COVID-19. Broomfield is hoping to still host Broomfield days in September.

Buena Vista:

  • The spectacular 4th of July Celebration – will take place in Buena Vista. The Independence Day includes present day allure with past day charm. Pancake Breakfast, 5k, Art in the Park, live music, and fireworks. More info here.

Castle Rock:

  • Fireworks in Castle Rock (July 4) – Fireworks will blast off from the Santa Fe Quarry butte above Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 4. According to their website, they recommend viewing from your house or neighborhood to avoid large gatherings and maintain social distancing. Anyone viewing the fireworks display must be aware that parking on streets and roadways will be limited and to be courteous of driveways and adhere to any posted neighborhood parking restrictions. In the event of severe weather, the fireworks will be postponed to Sunday, July 5. If stage 2 fire restrictions are in place on July 4, the event will be canceled.

Cripple Creek:

No current updates on the 4th of July Celebration.

Denver:

  • Independence Eve – no current updates for this event.
  • The Rockies – The Rockies have postponed what would have been their Independence Day game against the San Francisco Giants. The next game with fireworks is not scheduled until September 25.

Englewood:

The annual Fourth of July Festival and Fireworks have been canceled due to COVID-19.

 

Article originally published and regularly updated with the latest event information at https://www.koaa.com/news/covering-colorado/list-4th-of-july-celebrations-for-2020

 

The Most Instagrammed Interior Design Styles by State

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House pride has a new platform in the 21st century: Instagram! #Interiordesign is big (87 million posts and counting), and no redecorating project is complete without a before-and-after shot on the number one photo-sharing platform.

And it’s not just about showing off your new kitchen. Instagram has also become the go-to place for home design inspiration. But with so many pictures to browse, it helps to have a map to find your way to the most relevant ideas – so that’s just what we’ve done!

Instagram’s photographers like to tag their interiors with the design style that they’ve chosen for their project, be it #bohodecor, #midcenturymodern, or #cottagestyle. We decided to find out which styles are most popular across different regions.

Our researchers extracted location data for Instagram posts tagged with hashtags relating to popular interior design styles. We then cleaned up the data and organized it by state, to create two maps: one that shows the most popular design style tag in each state, and one that shows which states share their #instahomes the most.

 

The most popular interior design style in every state

State-by-state, the most popular design style in the US is #coastalliving. Eighteen states use this hashtag more than any other to describe the interior of their home. It’s no surprise that these are all sea-facing states. However, the east coast favors the style more than the west.

Instead, the west coast states of Washington and California prefer #midcenturymodern. In fact, this is the second most popular style in the States. The ‘new retro’ look of mid-century modern feels both classic and contemporary, allowing amateur interior designers to cherry pick their favorite details from a century of interior design.

The states sharing more photos of their #instahome map

For a state populated by outdoors-types, California sure is house-proud. We counted 10,082 uses of our chosen hashtags by Californian Instagram users, way out ahead of Florida with 4,606. It might be because California is home to San Francisco, the design capital of the US, and LA, which is home to the third highest concentration of professional designers in the country.

At the other end of the scale, Dakotans either don’t care for interior design or they don’t care for Instagram. North and South Dakota have the fewest design hashtags, with just 38 and 42 respectively. Check out the color-coded map below to see how ‘hot or not’ your home state believes its décor to be!

(SEE DESIGN SLIDESHOW AT https://www.angieslist.com/articles/most-instagrammed-interior-design-styles-state.htm)

The #coastalliving style

You don’t have to live by the coast to embrace the coastal living style. After all, everyone loves to bask in the sand or up on deck. But it’s best to avoid anchor motifs and ornamental life-preservers if you can’t actually reach the sea without crossing the state line.

Instead, think about the colors and textures you associate with being at the coast. The Instagram images that really sparkle match frothy whites and steely grays with a broad spectrum of blues and greens. Unpainted or weathered wood immediately adds a nautical look (think decking and driftwood).

Most important is to listen to your own imagination. What are the sensations you connect with being at the beach or sailing? You might dream up a coffee table upcycled from an old fishing basket. Or plump for lots of blankets and throws to cuddle up under when in the cool of the evening.

The #midcenturymodern style

Mid-century modern refers to a sophisticated look that developed between the 1930s and 1960s. Bauhaus design principles had made their way to the mainstream and were now more hip than avant-garde. Today, a mid-century modern interior tells your followers that you appreciate classic design (rather than traditional) and have a sharp sense of style (but never, ever without substance). If in doubt, think Mad Men.

Historically, the mid-century modern style has utilized materials such as plastic, acrylic, and formica – but the best of today’s designers work with sustainable materials. Furniture in this style is stream-lined, often with surprising shapes that are underpinned by practical ideas. Surfaces have a matte finish. Designers may use striking primary colors or moody ‘in-between’ shades like teal, burnt sage, and rust.

Of course, the most sustainable furniture pieces you can buy are vintage. And part of the fun of designing a mid-century modern interior is curating unusual details that fit together in a way that no other Instahome quite manages. A sideboard with hairpin legs topped with an atomic-themed lamp; plastic shell chairs with a trestle-style table. Think about designing your room around one signature piece, and avoid clashing patterns and colors.

The #rusticdecor style

The rustic décor style is most popular in the mountain states and parts of the north east. The look harks back to simpler times, but there is inspiration all around us today – from the farmhouse to the hilltop cabin and the land outside.

Rustic décor takes its cue from the ruggedness of nature. A rustic-themed room is characterized by unrefined textures and earthy colors: browns, greens, and sandy yellows. Furniture is simple and sturdy. Reveal the structural detail of your interior to add that ‘just got home from the frontier’ feel: ceiling beams, exposed brick, and stripped floorboards set the tone.

The beautiful thing about rustic décor is that the charm is in the imperfections. Try upcycling old tiles as plant stands or coasters, and mend torn fabrics with brightly colored thread instead of reupholstering. If you can build your own furniture, now’s the chance for your carpentry skills to shine!

If you’re looking for a new interior design style for your home, Instagram is one of the best sources of inspiration out there. And once your renovation is complete, you can share proud pictures of your Instahome right back on the platform to inspire others!

 

Article and style inspiration slideshow originally published at https://www.angieslist.com/articles/most-instagrammed-interior-design-styles-state.htm.

Farmers Markets Around Colorado Springs

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It’s that season! Time to enjoy and cook with the fresh produce from local farmers. In our area, farmers markets begin in late May and typically run through late September or early October. There is a farmers market available every day of the week and all across the city and region.

Many markets provide a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, and edibles as well as crafts from local artists.

MONDAYS

TUESDAYS

  • Canon City Farmers Market, Veterans Park; 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.  June 4 – Sept 24, 2019 **canceled for the entire 2020 season

WEDNESDAYS

THURSDAYS

  • Memorial Park, 1605 E. Pikes Peak Ave.; 7:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. June – October, 2020
  • Banning Lewis Ranch, 6885 Vista Del Pico Blvd.; 3 – 7 p.m. June 4 – August 27, 2020
  • Manitou Community Market, Memorial Park – 502 Manitou Ave; 3 – 7 p.m. June – October **2020 dates TBD

FRIDAYS

SATURDAYS

SUNDAYS

DAILY

 

Article originally published at https://www.visitcos.com/things-to-do/arts/farmers-markets-in-colorado-springs/

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