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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/

Pikes Peak Region Attraction Updates

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How is the Coronavirus affecting attractions around Colorado Springs?

As businesses transition into recovery, some are beginning to reopen or set reopening dates. Please check individual websites for the most up-to-date information and also take note of seasonal operation times as well. Be advised, the attractions that are open are implementing additional cleaning policies and employee health checks.

ATTRACTIONS OPEN IN THE PIKES PEAK REGION

RE-OPENINGS COMING SOON

 

VIRTUAL EXPERIENCES

There are still great ways to enjoy and support our treasured local attractions through innovative virtual experiences. Enjoy these Colorado Springs experiences from the comfort of your own home during COVID-19:

  • Cheyenne Mountain Zoo – Cheyenne Mountain Zoo will continue to connect the community to its mission, animals, the natural work and each other by a virtual experience called “Abnormally Normal.”
  • Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center – Explore the FAC permanent collection from home! The recently launched eMuseum features 50 objects representing the depth and richness of the collection, as well as objects beloved by guests.
  • Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum – The Pioneers Museum is promoting regional historic content online, such as its online collections database and “The Story of Us: Pikes Peak Region A-Z” online exhibit. View their online collections database at www.cspm.org and continue to enjoy historical content on their social media platforms.
  • Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center – Explore online programs from coloring to online video series about history, geology, flora and fauna of the park.
  • Let’s Roam – Let’s Roam is offering 15% off on virtual activities when you mention “Colorado Springs CVB” to a representative! Let’s Roam’s custom-built video conferencing game interface allows for unique gameplay and a no-hassle, streamlined experience for teams of any size.
  • The Money Museum – The Money Museum is offering virtual exhibits where you are able to learn about the museum’s spectacular rarities, explore historical subjects and expand your collecting knowledge.
  • The Space Foundation’s Discovery Center – Offering virtual tours, dynamic multimedia content and other inspirational educational programs and activities on their website, as well as through its social media channels at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
  • United States Air Force Academy – Interested in a campus, athletics or academics tour? The USAFA is offering 39 different virtual tours on their website.

Recommendations for keeping you and your family healthy:

  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick
  • PLEASE stay home if you are sick
  • Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or the inside of your elbow. Throw tissue in the trash.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces regularly
  • Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth when you’re out in public and wash immediately when you return home.
  • Practice social distancing, keeping at least 6 feet between you and other people.

What attractions are doing to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus:

  • Employees must stay home if they are sick or have been exposed to someone who is.
  • Daily health screenings for all employees and implementing onsite temperature checks.
  • All commonly touched surfaces are sanitized as frequently as possible.
  • All employees are required to wear a face mask that covers their nose and mouth.
  • Where appropriate and applicable, physical barriers have been installed.
  • Employees will be required to social distance (6+ feet), and take small breaks throughout the day to wash their hands
  • Whenever possible or applicable, windows or doors will opened to increase indoor ventilation

 

Information provided by https://www.pikes-peak.com/ and https://www.visitcos.com/.

Fun Things to Do in the Summer in Colorado Springs 2020 Guide

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Summer is almost here which means there is much family fun to be had. My family enjoys putting together a bucket list each summer to keep us focused on fun and to help us avoid the dreaded “I’m bored.” Below you will find a list that we have built on year after year. Find out the scoop on Fun Things to Do in the Summer in Colorado Springs, CO! Print off the list & cross of your family’s accomplishments.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

  • Grab your loose change (and a $20 bill) and head to Manitou Springs to the famous Penny Arcade. Enjoy horse races with your family, watch a dancing monkey, get a high score playing Skeeball and turn in your tickets for fun prizes. Don’t forget to show off your PAC-Man skills or fine dance moves while your there!
  • Play mini-golf at one of several locations:
    • Adventure Miniature Golf
    • Gold Mine Mini Golf
    • Legends Miniature Golf and Batting Cages
    • Lost Island
    • Peak View Park Miniature Golf
    • World Golf and Sand Creek Golf Course
  • See a movie from inside your car at Mesa Drive-in Theater, Pueblo. Find the move line-up HERE.
  • Spend an afternoon at a local park. Find a new favorite park with the help of our 5 Great Parks and Playgrounds in Colorado Springs article found HERE.
  • Be a tourist for the day by horseback riding with Academy Riding Stables through the Garden of the Gods. Read a review of our visit HERE.
  • Grab fresh produce at one of our local Farmers Markets. Farmers Markets are beginning to open up with additional safety measures in place. (We will be linking a NEW Farmers Market guide soon.)
  • Plan a Colorado Staycation to enjoy more of Colorado as a family. Reference our Summer Staycations in Colorado guide before making reservations. Click HERE.
  • Take a day trip to the Royal Gorge, Canon City.
  • Trek through Cheyenne Mountain State Park ($7 day pass).
  • Drive Pikes Peak Highway all the way to the top. Must pay for day pass. Want more information? Click HERE.

WHERE TO STAY COOL

  • Dip your toes in Prospect Lake at Memorial Park or find another lake or reservoir to visit with the help of our guide found HERE.
  • Spend a day at Pirate’s Cove, Englewood.
  • Get your floaties out for a day of fun at Pueblo Reservoir.
  • Plan a trip to one of Colorado’s hot springs- A lot of fun but not a way to stay cool. Read about our trip to Glenwood Springs HERE.

HAVE FUN ON A BUDGET: FREE FUN!

  • Sign up for the PPLD’s Summer Adventure reading program presented by Children’s Hospital of Colorado that runs June 1- July 31. Want more information? Click HERE.
  • Explore the open spaces surrounding Bear Creek Nature Center, Fountain Creek Nature Center & Starsmore Discovery Center.
  • Enjoy the nature and beauty at Helen Hunt Falls.
  • Follow the trails at Red Rocks Open Space.
  • Take a long walk through the Paint Mines, Calhan.
  • Find a new favorite trail that’s easy for little tykes with our Family Favorite Hikes in Colorado guide found HERE.
  • Discover new public art that’s been installed recently while also knocking out our City Art Scavenger Hunt. Print the 3 page reference sheets HERE.

If your kids are up for a fun-filled summer by participating in a summer camp, check out our Summer Camps in Colorado Springs guide HERE.

There is also a ton of fun happening throughout Colorado and our Macaroni Kid publishers have you covered. Visit HERE to Find Your Family Fun!

 

 

Article originally published at https://coloradosprings.macaronikid.com/guides/5b0f0d405e7ffb7d47dcca72/fun-things-to-do-in-the-summer-in-colorado-springs

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