Our Town

For 53 years REACH has offered stabilization programs, emergency services, matched savings, tuition and books and community hope. REACH gives a hand up to more than 12,000 community members each year! Happy Hour With A Cause -Thursday, June 15th at Johnny Martins Car Central. Tune in for more details! www.reachpikespeak.org

Celebrate Native history and culture and enjoy Native drums and dancers, Native art and artisans, Diné (Navajo) Code Talkers, live wolf and birds of prey exhibits, Aztec Dancers, Native vendors and Native food, such as Indian tacos and fry bread on June 10th at the Mortgage Solutions Financial Expo Center. Visit: www.ColoradoSpringsPowwow.org

Changing the current means learning the latest. Drop by the Efficiency Expo to discover efficiency tips that can save you energy, water and money. Tour the xeriscape garden or get hands-on in the lighting, water and solar displays. Colorado Springs Utilities is always ready to help our community become efficient in every way. https://www.csu.org/Pages/cecopenhouse.aspx

The National Cybersecurity Center is a nonprofit organization located in Colorado Springs, Colorado providing collaborative cybersecurity knowledge and services to the nation.Inspired by the vision of Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper, the National Cybersecurity Center was founded in 2016 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The NCC will develop workforce, collaborate with the private sector, military and federal agencies, and support and educate the public sector to better protect our cities, states, and national assets https://www.nationalcybersecuritycenter.org/

You won’t be bored this summer with all the events Charlie Searle has planned for you. The 2017 World Tour of the Colorado Front Range kicks off May 31st at the Gold Room and ends September 30th in Monument with the Monu-Palooza. For all the details go to www.facebook.com/ashchaz or email charliesearle02@gmail.com #coloradosprings

Mike Callicarte | Ranch Foods Direct Rural advocate, People advocate and Animal advocate Mike believes America’s farming and ranching communities are the backbone of America! Support healthier communities around good food that’s good for you! Have a chance to enjoy Ranch foods Direct with the upcoming KVOR Sweet Deal June 3rd. http://www.mikecallicrate.com/

Lola Woloch| Southern Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce Established in 1993, SCWCC is the premiere networking group for women in business along Colorado’s Front Range, and fully dedicated to the fact that “Empowered and confident business women are vital for economic growth.” https://www.scwcc.com/

Aikta Marcoulier| Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center Join the 2nd Annual State of Small Business, co-hosted by the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center and the UCCS Economic Forum! This annual event will discuss the economics of small business at the national, state and local levels. Discussion includes the economic impact data of the Pikes Peak SBDC and a brief overview of key local metrics. Valuable data will be presented for small business owners and community leaders as we work together to shape the future of small business and the local economy. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-state-of-small-business-registration-34432360116

Mike Tapia | City Summer Fest City Summer Fest is 18 days of family fun celebrating the beginning of summer in the southern Colorado community at the Colorado Springs Event Center. June 1st through June 18th will be filled with music, food and fun with one of the best carnivals in the United States. Crabtree Amusements will fill the parking lot in front of Colorado Springs Event Center with everything from kiddie rides to the newest extreme thrill rides. During the 17 days, they will feature multiple free live concerts with national recording artists and local bands. City Summer Fest will benefit Operation Back to School – Stuff The Bus which is an all-volunteer effort serving children in El Paso and Teller counties. Established in 1991, the program has grown to provide school supplies for approximately 3,000 children in our community each year https://citysummerfest.com/

Dr. Warner Carr | Allergy & Asthma Associates Asthma is a chronic disease that affects more than 6.3 million children under the age of 18 in the United States. Despite currently available maintenance treatments, the CDC reports that over 38 percent of children with asthma in this country--not to mention 50 percent of adults--remain symptomatic, despite maintenance treatment. Uncontrolled asthma symptoms, such as coughing and wheezing, can lead to emergency room visits, hospital stays and missed days of school. http://www.socalallergy.com/

Vicki Wynn | Gleneagle Sertoma Gleneagle Sertoma (SERvice TO MAnkind) will host the 13th annual Spirits of Spring Wine and Food Tasting & Auction at the Antlers Hotel on Saturday, May 27, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Sample a wide variety of wines and taste delicious food prepared by local restaurants' chefs. It's also a good opportunity to meet your neighbors from the community. Your help is vital in supporting the hearing-impaired and other essential services in our local community. www.gleneaglesertoma.org

Jake Skifstad | Shield 616 Sharing about the non-profit mission to pray and protect our officers plus the Golf Tournament 6.16 and the Great Wolf Lodge event 9.16. www.shield616.org

Susan Saksa | Ascending To Health Respite Care Ascending to Health Respite Care is a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to providing the highest standard of supportive care and interim sheltering to our homeless population that is often too ill for the streets, but not ill enough for the hospital. Nationally, hospitals will keep a homeless patient up to 8 days longer than their housed counterparts incurring millions of dollars in in-patient costs http://www.athrc.com

Wendy Wilkinson | Sun Mountain Center Experience three days of yoga, public presentations, trainings, and ceremony complimented by organic farm-to-table meals and access to a world-class spa featuring natural mineral-water pools, treatments, yoga, massage, and more. With a stay at SunMountain Center, guests will be on-site as well as in walking distance from each of the weekend's classes, workshops, and events. This will be an opportunity to rest, replenish, and renew yourself spiritually as you find peace exploring the many gardens, historic buildings and terraced farms of this expansive property. May 19th-21st. https://sunmountaincenter.secure.retreat.guru/program/living-the-maya-prophecy-of-the-sixth-sun/

Amalie Fellini | Pikes Peak Therapeutic Riding Center Please support PPTRC by going to https://a.pgtb.me/JJXXDp or https://a.pgtb.me/FV29M7 and voting daily (once every 24 hours) until June 15th. They are competing against other therapeutic riding centers across the country to win a horse that is bred for programs for those who have disabilities. Visit www.GypsyGift.com for more information

Crystal Johnston | Vantage Homes Sharing about upcoming community events and tips for buying in Colorado Springs with current market trends! http://www.vantagehomescolorado.com/

Sherry Lyn | Tessa TESSA's purpose is to provide confidential programs that empower victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in El Paso and Teller counties. Find more educational information, event updates, and volunteer and giving opportunities . http://www.tessacs.org/

Samantha Briggs | Fountain Valley Scholars Join the Fountain Valley Scholars for the annual golf tournament July 17th. Only a $300 donation for a foursome that includes breakfast by Chic Fila and lunch with Tucano's plus a swag bag! Funds raised will help high schools students purchase books and or supplies needed for college. http://www.wsd3.org/domain/1300

Randy Pfaff | The Cowboy Church at Crossroads You are invited Sunday April 30th at 7:30PM to the concert Sons and Brothers, Colorado's favorite Brother Band! The group combines the best elements of western bluegrass, gospel and country music into one completely unique and eminently entertaining presentation of music and stories. Event will be at The Four Mile Community Hall in Canon City. https://www.facebook.com/events/429286667421055/