Friday, May 26
National Paper Airplane Day
An unofficial observance to commemorate the simple aeronautical toy. Information here.
4-7:30 p.m. Remembrance
Celebrating the life of George Floyd and countless others. 4-6 p.m. Art Market and live music 6 p.m. Poetry reading by local artists and Candlelight Vigil after sunset. Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave.
Saturday, May 27
9-10 a.m. Yoga in the Garden
Class accessible for beginners to experienced yogis each Saturday. Meet at Chuck Wagon Pavilion in Garden of the Gods. For directions, information and to register, go here and click on the date. $10 per person.
10-11:15 a.m. May Meditation and Sound Bath
Join Steffany Butts-Boucher at ECHO Studio, 441 Manitou Ave., Suite 200, for opening meditation, followed by a sound bath and a closing or reintegration meditation. This month’s theme is Growth-Bloom. Bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket and bottle of water. Cost: $20 per person. Registration required. Information: 719-722-1082 or EchoFrequencyStudio@gmail.com.
10-11 a.m. Medicare 101
Learn the basics of Medicare Part A through Part D, common myths and mistakes. Get your questions answered at the Manitou Springs Library, 515 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs Conference Room. Free snacks and refreshments will be provided. Contact Donald Allen with AIS Medicare and More at donald@aismedicareandmore.com or 719-418-6092.
Sunday, May 28
9 a.m.-noon Manitou Springs Garden Club Plant Sale
Annual sale of plants for your home or garden will take place in Schryver Park, 202 Manitou Ave. Proceeds go to the Garden Club’s grant program and local outreach programs. Information here.
Monday, May 29
3-4 p.m. Reading Rocks
Young explorers ages 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 in the Red Rocks Room of the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1806 N. 30th St. Space is limited, so registration for the kids is required. For information and to register, call 634-6666 or email programs@gardenofgods.com.
Tuesday, May 30
7 a.m.-5 p.m. Rock and Erosion Removal Operation on Sunshine Trail
Due to recent heavy rains, rocks and dirt erosion alongside Sunshine Trail (Washington Bypass) has increased. Manitou Springs Public Works department will remove these materials and, during this period, no traffic will be permitted travelling (north) on Sunshine Trail from its intersection with Washington Ave. to U.S. Highway 24. Only vehicles exiting from Highway 24 into Manitou Springs will be allowed to use this section of the roadway. Please use alternate routes to access the highway and drive carefully in this area, as crews will be working in the street.
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.
Friday, June 2
4-8 p.m. “John Venezia Retrospective: A Life in Color”
Soft opening for a celebration of the life and work of the late artist, marking one year since his death. John was a studio artist at the Manitou Art Center for many years and was very active in Manitou Springs. The exhibit includes pencil, pastels, oils, landscapes, still lives, portraits and fabric. Pop-up exhibit at 118 N. Nevada Ave. (across from City Hall), Colorado Springs. Formal opening reception and birthday celebration 5 p.m. Friday, June 9. Also open noon-3 p.m. Saturdays, June 10, 17 and 24, or by appointment; contact Kathleen@vintagedev.com.
5-8 p.m. “Hiraeth – A Longing for Home that Never Was” opening reception
New work by K8E Orr on exhibit at the Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave. Information here.
5-8 p.m. “Portraits of Manitou by Artist C.H. Rockey”
The Manitou Springs Heritage Center Museum, in collaboration with The Rockey Art Museum, proudly hosts this exhibit at 517 Manitou Ave. Learn more about Manitou Springs’ legendary artist, writer and illustrator through his paintings, drawings and etchings of town views, significant historical buildings, parks, bridges and neighborhood scenes. The exhibit will run through November 2023. Free admission. Information: 685-1454, ManitouHeritage@gmail.com or visit the website.
5-8 p.m. “Colorado Colors and Belonging” opening reception
The Pikes Peak Pastel Society will host its annual members art show, featuring works of all sizes by 17 of the society’s local members. Through July 3 at Commonwheel Artists Co-op, 102 Cañon Ave. Information: 685-1008 or the website.
Saturday, June 3
10-11:30 a.m. “Portraits of Manitou by Artist C.H. Rockey” presentation by David Ball
The Manitou Springs Heritage Center Museum at 517 Manitou Ave., in collaboration with The Rockey Art Museum, proudly hosts a presentation about Manitou Springs’ legendary artist, writer and illustrator in association with the featured exhibit of the same name. Pre-registration is required for this event: 50 maximum. Register here. Free admission. Information: 685-1454, ManitouHeritage@gmail.com or visit the website.
Noon-5 p.m. Manitou Springs Wine Festival
Featuring Colorado wines celebrating local wineries and vendors in Memorial Park, 502 Manitou Ave., complete with live music artists, food trucks and tasty treats to pair with your wine samples. Tickets are required and can be purchased here.
7-9 p.m. Apollo Chamber Players Concert
Educational Partnerships Immersive Concerts will present the Houston-based, award-winning string quartet; EPIC’s artistic director, clarinetist Sergei Vassiliev, will jam with them on a couple of numbers. Award-winning Colorado Springs artist Karen Mosbacher will display a painting inspired by the music. Tickets, available here, are $15 for students; $39 for adults, with discounts for students (promo code: STUDENT2223) and Manitou residents (promo code: MACH23), thanks to support from the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage fund.
Sunday, June 4
4 p.m. Manitou Music Foundation Spa Balcony Concerts
Benefitting the historic Spa Building, 934 Manitou Ave. Live music by Tribe! Fifty VIPs (by donation/invitation) on the balcony or enjoy the show from Manitou Avenue Food and drink included in VIP donation. Funded in part by the Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Fund. Information: ManitouMusicFoundation@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 6
Noon-1 p.m. Free Groceries Distribution
Care and Share and the city of Manitou Springs host monthly, free grocery distributions at the city’s Pool and Fitness Center, 202 Manitou Ave.
Wednesday, June 7
6-7:30 p.m. Library Lawn Concert Series
Free concerts at the Manitou Springs Carnegie Library, 701 Manitou Ave. First performer of the 2023 series is Edie Carey. 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.