CSFreshInk.com: Where small talk is a big deal

Central

Information

Have you got stories about events, issues and/or experiences in the Central area of the Springs? This is the place for you to write - and read - about your community!

Members: 130
Latest Activity: 19 hours ago

Stories

Those D*+% Phone Calls 1 Reply

It is time for the "No Call List Law" to be amended. I believe that there is currently no restriction at all regarding calls from charities and political organizations. There are a couple of charit…

Started by Rod Summitt. Last reply by Rod Summitt 19 hours ago.

CUCURU ART GALLERY CAFE GETS THE BLUES!

Big Jim Adam and John Stilwagen recently competed in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis representing the Colorado Blues Society. Big Jim's baritone voice commands the audience and draws peo…

Tagged: concert, blues, music

Started by A Music Company Inc. 1 day ago.

How to choose a jeweler 1 Reply

Ted Blum, (owner of Jewelers Services in downtown Colorado Springs) provided some great tips on choosing a jeweler. How long has it been since you had your jewelry cleaned and polished, and the…

Tagged: Services, Professional, advice, Jewelers, Jewelry

Started by Teila Tankersley. Last reply by Teila Tankersley Mar 8.

Helpful resources for the single parent

This article is not intended to advocate teen pregnancies. The fact of the matter is that statistics tell us that approximately 1 million American teenage girls get pregnant each year. These f…

Tagged: Parenting, resources, Pregnancies, Parents, Teen

Started by Tanisha Tankersley Mar 7.

What's happening in your area

Event: CANCELLED: Premieres - BEST of the FEST at The MAT!, Thu, Mar 11 7:00p

Hold your breath! The mysterious March Premiere is being decided now at Fringe Festivals across the U.S., U.K. and Canada. Our spes are tipping us off to the "Best of the Fest," "Pick of the Fringe" show that will appear on stage at the MAT. Theater doesn't get any fresher than this!

Event: Conflict Resolution: AIDS Memorial Quilt at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, Thu, Mar 11 10:00a

Created in 1987, The AIDS Memorial Quilt is a poignant memorial and the world's largest ongoing community arts project. Each "block" (or section) of the quilt is approximately 12 feet square and typically consists of eight individual three by six foot panels sewn together. Virtually every one of over 40,000 colorful panels in the quilt memorializes a life lost to AIDS. The quilt has been a tremendous tool in raising consciousness about the threat of AIDS, the losses we have all suffered because of this terrible disease, and the reconciliation that many have found because of this effort. The FAC joins the Southern Colorado AIDS Project and Pine Creek High School’s “Eyes Wide Open “ program in presenting the quilt for display.

Event: Point A: a place to start at UCCS Gallery of Contemporary Art 121, Thu, Mar 11 10:00a

POINT A: a place to start is the first exhibition scheduled at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs’ (UCCS) new downtown gallery, GOCA 121. This exhibition is the starting point for an ongoing discussion on contemporary art and culture, facilitated by UCCS. We don’t presume to know where these conversations will take us, we simply offer a place to start. POINT A features distinct installations by DeLane Bredvik, Corey Drieth and Izumi Yokoyama.

Event: Personal Development - Healthy Shopping at Wal-Mart, Thu, Mar 11 6:00p

Personal Development March 11 Healthy Shopping Meet at Walmart—8th Street Lauren Stewart 6:00pm—7:30pm

Event: Open mike with Lucian at Front Range Barbeque, Thu, Mar 11 8:00p

More…

Comment Wall

Comment

You need to be a member of Central to add comments!

Comment by Verna Holloway on March 3, 2010 at 4:14pm: Yeah, there are quite a few around town. But you fix a pothole today and it rains or snows tomorrow, the pothole comes back.

Comment by Bob Stephens on March 3, 2010 at 3:52pm: I have no idea, Verna. Sorry. But I know of a few potholes that need fixed!

Comment by Verna Holloway on March 3, 2010 at 3:49pm: I noticed at one part of Memorial Park they are in the process of building a new playground area. With all the budget cuts that the City is going through, will that project be completed or is it at a standstill? And with the new playground are in process where will the mulch pile go? Does anybody know?!?!?!

Comment by Office Administrator on November 19, 2009 at 6:41pm: Join The Colorado Academy of Music and Dance on Tuesday, December 1st at 7:00 p.m. the Colorado Academy of Music and Dance at 975 Garden of the Gods Rd Ste F for a Free Beginning Tap Class and that night only, enroll in ongoing classes and receive a FREEE PAIR OF TAP SHOES!

Tap dancing is a fun style of dance that anyone can learn, regardless of previous dance experience. It's a great way to increase cardiovascular conditioning, strength, flexibility and coordination, building strength in the legs and increasing flexibility in the hips, knees and ankles. Cognitive abilities are also enhanced, as tap dancers must develop both mental and muscle memory to become proficient at tapping. Tap dancing also develops a great sense of rhythm and timing. Tap instructors help students focus on music awareness while incorporating tap steps and combinations. Best of all - it's fun!

The class is open to Adults and Teens ages 14 and up. No previous dance experience is required. Wear comfortable clothing and tap shoes or hard-soled street shoes. Pre-registration is recommended. For more information or to register, please call (719) 635-1004 or email office@springsdance.com. Tap shoes may be pre-ordered by contacting the Academy by November 28th.

Comment by Gibson Hazard on October 31, 2009 at 11:56am: On November 13 & 14th, 2009 Alexander Film Company will celebrate it's 90th
Anniversary by serving complimentary cookies, coffee and tea, showing old Alexander Film's, be accepting any old donated film and Alexander Film memorabilia, offering a special two day only 10% discount to anyone that mentions our 90th Anniversary Special and talking with anyone that may have been a part of our great history (or their parents/relative who were involved with the company) or would like to talk about our companies history. Our hours on Friday November 13th are 8:30am to 5:30pm and Saturday November 14th from 10am to 4pm.

Founded in Spokane, WA in 1919 the Alexander Film Company became the world's largest producer of theater film advertising. The company moved to Englewood, Colorado in 1923 and finally moved to Colorado Springs in 1928. A division of Alexander Industries, The Alexander Aircraft Company became the second largest builder of airplanes in the world with 33 distributors and 143 dealers throughout the nation in the 1930’s.

Today, Alexander Film & Video Services is a leading media services company that provides award-winning video production, streaming video services, digital media archiving, broadcast duplication, digital distribution (satellite), audio editing, CD/DVD/USB drive duplication/replication, graphic design, blank media supplies and much more! Alexander Film & Video Services is available to speak to organizations about their companies history. 1414 N. Academy Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80909. 719-531-6311

Colorado Springs, Colo. (October 6, 2009) -- Alexander Film Company is to mark its 90th anniversary this November, 2009.

Comment by Briarhurst Castle on August 31, 2009 at 11:47am: Are you Interested in history or the paranormal? Come and take a guided tour that travels back in time to the early 1880's, learn the history of this magnificent castle, how Manitou Springs was founded, and maybe an unexplained occurrence of your own. This is the first time in almost 40 years that the public has been allowed full access to the grounds of the castle to come and experience the rich history and this incredible gothic revival architecture. We are celebrating the 138th year of this historic property. The two hour tours start every Saturday at 11:00am and 1:00pm. on the front lawn. Prices are $12.00 for adults 12 and up, children 8 to 11 are $8.00, and active military are $10.00. Cash and Checks are recommended. Please call (719) 685-1864 to reserve attendance. www.hauntedbriarhurst.com