ONGOING EVENTS
9-10 a.m. Saturdays. Yoga in the Garden Class accessible for beginners to experienced yogis. Meet at Chuck Wagon Pavilion in Garden of the Gods. $10 per person. For directions, information and to register go here and click on the date.
3-4 p.m. Mondays. Reading Rocks Young explorers age 2-6 years old and accompanied by an adult are invited to join a new book reading each week with an education specialist and then make a hands-on craft. Space is limited, so registration for the kids is required. For information and to register, call 634-6666 or email programs@gardenofgods.com. Red Rocks Room of the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1806 N. 30th St.
9-10 a.m. Fridays. Yoga at the Rocks Class for yoga practitioners from beginners to the more experienced. Goal is for yoga to be accessible, possible and fun for everyone through a combination of Vinyasa and Yin yoga-styles. Please bring your own mat, water bottle and other props you enjoy using for practice and a smile. Meet at the Chuckwagon Pavilion in the Central Garden, off Lot 2. Program may be indoors, depending on weather. Pre-registration required and tickets sold on first-come-first-serve basis. No refunds, however qualified individuals may register for free here. Information: programs@gardenofgods.com.
10:30-11:30 a.m. every day. Garden of the Gods Guided Nature Walk Daily guided walks, weather permitting, introduce participants to the park. Approximately 1.5-mile walks depart from the Visitor and Nature Center and follow the mostly paved Gateway Trail to the paved Central Garden Trail. Participants are encouraged to continue exploring the Central Garden or may return to the Visitor Center with the guide. The average duration is 45-60 minutes. Tickets are required and cost $5; sold on a first-come, first-served basis. No refunds, but free registration for anyone affected by COVID-19. Go here for tickets. Information: programs@gardenofgods.com
Wednesday, June 28
10:30-11:30 a.m. Kids Storytime Stories and more for young children and their favorite adult in the Manitou Springs Library’s Manitou Classroom. 515 Manitou Ave. Information here.
6-7:30 p.m. Library Lawn Concert Series Free concerts held outside the Manitou Springs Carnegie Library, 701 Manitou Ave. This week’s featured performer is Tenderfoot Bluegrass. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music al fresco. In case of rain, concerts will move to the Community Congregational Church, 103 Pawnee Ave. Co-sponsored by the Manitou Music Foundation and the Pikes Peak Library District. Funded in part by the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage fund. Information: kswengel@ppld.org or 531-6333, ext. 7004, or ManitouMusicFoundation@gmail.com.
Thursday, June 29
6:30 p.m. Manitou Springs Summer Concert Series Thursday concerts feature a variety of local folk, rock, bluegrass, jazz and bluegrass. Come join your neighbors and friends for an evening of fun. Co-sponsored by Manitou Music Foundation (ManitouMusicFoundation@gmail.com) and the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce (685-5089). Funded in part by the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage fund. Soda Springs Park, 1016 Manitou Ave.
Monday, July 3
5:30 p.m. Summertime Ice Cream Social and Pie-Baking Contest One of Manitou Springs’ favorite annual events returns. Sample delicious ice cream and your friends’ and neighbors’ pies. Cost is $2 for a scoop and $3 for a slice. Information here.
7 p.m. Sweet Summer Nights Concert Series Monday concerts by the Little London Winds. This Monday’s concert theme is “Ode to America.” Come join your neighbors and friends for an evening of fun. Co-sponsored by Manitou Music Foundation (ManitouMusicFoundation@gmail.com) and the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce (685-5089). Funded in part by the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage fund. Soda Springs Park, 1016 Manitou Ave.
Wednesday, July 5
6-7:30 p.m. Library Lawn Concert Series Free concerts held outside the Manitou Springs Carnegie Library, 701 Manitou Ave. This week’s featured performer is The Mitguards. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music al fresco. In case of rain, concerts will move to the Community Congregational Church, 103 Pawnee Ave. Co-sponsored by the Manitou Music Foundation and the Pikes Peak Library District. Funded in part by the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage fund. Information: kswengel@ppld.org or 531-6333, ext. 7004, or ManitouMusicFoundation@gmail.com.
Thursday, July 6
6:30 p.m. Manitou Springs Summer Concert Series Thursday concerts feature a variety of local folk, rock, bluegrass, jazz and bluegrass. Come join your neighbors and friends for an evening of fun. Co-sponsored by Manitou Music Foundation (ManitouMusicFoundation@gmail.com) and the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce (685-5089). Funded in part by the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage fund. Soda Springs Park, 1016 Manitou Ave.
Friday, July 7
5-8 p.m. “Cheers! Drink up! Celebrating the Clay Drinking Vessel” opening reception This fifth annual invitational show features ceramic drinkware by Colorado artists in four categories: beer, coffee, tea, and spirits. Continues through July 31. 102 Cañon Ave. Information: the Commonwheel website.
Saturday, July 8
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Blue Hands Festival For the third year at the Manitou Art Center’s courtyard, between 513 and 515 Manitou Ave., come join in the fun and dye in indigo vats. $10 for adults; kids are free. Information here.
11 a.m.-5 p.m. Summer Studio Show Michael Baum will offer dozens of paintings starting at less than $100 and prints at close-out prices starting at $20. 317 Crystal Hills Blvd. or view it online (michaelbaum.com/2023-summer-show). Repeats same hours on Sunday, July 9. Information: michaelbaum.com or 685-1828.
Monday, July 10
7 p.m. Sweet Summer Nights Concert Series Monday concerts by the Little London Winds. This concert’s theme is “Pikes Peak or Bust.” Come join your neighbors and friends for an evening of fun. Co-sponsored by Manitou Music Foundation (ManitouMusicFoundation@gmail.com) and the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce (685-5089). Funded in part by the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage fund. Soda Springs Park, 1016 Manitou Ave.
6-7:30 p.m. Library Lawn Concert Series Free concerts held outside the Manitou Springs Carnegie Library, 701 Manitou Ave. This week’s featured performer is Crystal and the Curious. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music al fresco. In case of rain, concerts will move to the Community Congregational Church, 103 Pawnee Ave. Co-sponsored by the Manitou Music Foundation and the Pikes Peak Library District. Funded in part by the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage fund. Information: kswengel@ppld.org or 531-6333, ext. 7004, or ManitouMusicFoundation@gmail.com.