Christmas Eve with Community Congregational Church: Gather for music and a candlelight service. Offering will go toward Westside CARES. 6:30 p.m. 103 Pawnee Ave. Information: manitouchurch.org or 719-685-5255.

Christmas with Community Congregational Church: Gather for carols and stories. 10 a.m. 103 Pawnee Ave.  Information: manitouchurch.org or 719-685-5255.

Community Holiday Dinner: Gather wwith old friends and make new ones while enjoying this annual tradition hosted by the Salvation Army. City Hall, 606 Manitou Ave. 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: Andy Wells, 459-1630; to volunteer, call 636-5277.

Mindfulness Workshop: Explore mindfulness through journaling and book study followed by a short, 10- to 15-minute guided meditation. Free. Pre-registration required. 10:30-11:15 a.m. Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N. 30th St. Information: tinyurl.com/GoGmindfulness or 634-6666.

Reading Rocks: Young explorers are invited to join Mike Bideau, education specialist, for an exciting book read-aloud. They’ll dive into a new book each week, then explore their creative side by doing a hands-on craft. Free. Ages 2-6. Pre-registration required for children only. 3-4 p.m. Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N. […]

Rock Identification in the Wild: Learn how to identify rocks in the outdoors. Learn some skills in the classroom and then head out to the park to test your skills. Ages 10 and older. 2:30-4:30 p.m. 1805 N. 30th St. Information: gardenofthegods.com or 634-6666.

Manitou Springs Community Classical Series: Join musicians Eva Cavaille-Coll and Bob Faussett for an evening of classical music and Christmas music at St. Andrews Episcopal Church. The event is free but donations are warmly welcomed. 6 p.m. 808 Manitou Ave. Information: manitousprings.org/event/manitou-springs-community-classical-series-concert.