Home & Garden

Home decorating and improvements from organizing, landscaping to decorating from Elizabeth Alexander and FVTimes.com

Colorado Springs Parade of Homes

Whether dreaming, designing, or ready to buy, this annual showcase is an all-access pass to what’s possible right here in El Paso County. Discover stunning new homes across every budget and spark your imagination. Because extraordinary living starts here. Your Parade of Homes ticket could be your ticket to the action! Every ticket purchased is…

Fountain Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Fall Festival Quilt Drawing 2026

Support the Fountain Valley Fall Festival and enter to win a stunning handmade quilt created by local artisan Fran Carrick of Sew Time in the Valley. This unique quilt celebrates the people, traditions, and community spirit that make Fountain Valley special. Proceeds help support the 56th Annual Fountain Valley Fall Festival. Thank you for your…

Colorado Springs Pond Tour Free

From peaceful koi ponds to creative waterfalls and lush aquatic landscapes, this FREE self-guided tour is a wonderful way to gather inspiration, learn from fellow pond hobbyists, and enjoy the beauty of water gardening. What to Expect: Beautiful koi ponds & water gardens. Creative landscaping ideas. Waterfalls, streams & aquatic plants. Great photo opportunities. Meet…

Home of The Week Rancher

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath ranch home offering updates, and flexible living space. Featured Home of the Week: 41 Landoe, Drive, Widefield, Colorado.Hardwood floors extend throughout much of the home, while custom built-ins surrounding the living room fireplace create a warm and inviting gathering space. The bright kitchen features granite countertops, ample cabinetry,…

St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway in Colorado Springs

Win a home this year by buying a ticket for the drawing to win a home in the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway. Tickets are now on sale through June 22, 2026. The home is being built by Empire Homes in Colorado Springs. The home features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths with approximately 2,650 sq. ft.…

Metcalf Park Farmers Market 2026

The Farmer’s Market this year will be held at Metcalfe Park every Saturday from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. from May 30th to September 26, 2026. Metcalfe Park Map618 E Ohio Ave, Fountain, CO 80817

Clean Up Fountain is Back

Throughout the month of May, Fountain residents can pick up a voucher for one free load at the Waste Connections Fountain landfill along Squirrel Creek Road. Stop by City Hall during normal business hours to pick up a voucher. See the attached flyer for additional rules and details. Vouchers not available for pick up until…

Home of The Week: Mesa Ridge With Mountain Views

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained ranch-style home backing to open space with great mountain views and no rear neighbors! Located in the heart of Fountain, this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home also features a versatile bonus room on the main level that could easily be converted into a 4th bedroom. Featured Home of the Week: 7884…

Christmas Tree Drop Off at Lorraine School

The annual Christmas Tree collection is underway. You can drop off your tree (no fake trees, no ornaments, no lights) at 301 E. Iowa, the old Lorraine School, through the end of January. The trees will be turned into mulch and used to beautify city parks. Thanks for your donation!

Pikes Peak Koi & Water Garden Tour

The Pikes Peak Koi & Water Garden Society hosts a FREE pond tour each summer. This tour features PPKWGS members’ water gardens and yards. The tour is open to the public at no cost. Maps with directions and descriptions of each pond are available by downloading and printing your own map packet. Journey to the…

Home of The Week: Close to Fort Carson

Featured Home of the Week: 995 White Stone Way in Fountain, Colorado. Beautifully updated 4-level home in Fountain located close to Ft Carson, Peterson, and numerous shopping amenities and schools. The home features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms plus attached 2 car garage. Kitchen has new appliances and has an eating nook. Lower level family room…

Fountain Clean Up Days

Waste Connections and City of Fountain have partnered again to help Clean Up our community. Starting Oct. 1st, residents of Fountain can come to City Hall to pick up a voucher to dump 1 truck load at the landfill for FREE for the month of October.

Colorado Springs Parade of Homes 2024

The 2024 Parade of Homes is for everyone looking for inspiration on the latest building trends. The annual event features new homes full of the extraordinary. September 6 – 22, 202410 AM to 6 PMClosed Mondays and Tuesdays Tickets can be purchased online August 21 through 6 PM on September 24.. Tickets are $17 each for…

Home of The Week: House with golf course and lake views for sale in Meridian Ranch

Featured Home of the Week: 9641 Beryl Drive located in Meridian Ranch in Peyton, Colorado. Stunning home located on a premier golf course lot in Meridian Ranch overlooking the 17th hole of Antlers Creek golf course and Eagle Lake. Photos, 3D Tour & Property Details The home features 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and a 3-car…

Home of the Week | SOLD

Featured Home of the Week: 2410 Delta Drive located in Pikes Peak Park. This cute home has a fully finished basement and coveted 2 car detached garage with work bench!! Hardwood floors on the main level plus wood burning fireplace and AC. The kitchen has oak cabinets and granite counters and newer refrigerator. The island…

Christmas Tree Drop Off is Still Open

The City of Fountain is hosting a free Christmas tree drop-off and disposal site at the former Fountain Recycling Center. The former Fountain Recycling Center will be open Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. until 1/31/24. Trees can only be dropped off during these times. The requirements and information for disposal is…