June 16, 2018 -Family Fun Day at the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Museum in Woodland Park from 9 am to 3 pm. There will lots of fun activities for the whole family. June 16, 2 018 – Memorial Park – Pikes Peak Celtic Festival – Festival celebrates Celtic culture with Irish and Highland dance performances, bagpipe…
The Widefield High School Class of 1978 will be holding their 40 year class reunion on August 17 and 18, 2018. To receive information, please register at https://www.whs1978reunion.com. Also if you have kept in contact with any other classmates, please either contact us with their information or pass our information on to them so they…
Denver – With spring appearing in every corner of Colorado, residents and visitors will soon see an abundance of new life, including young wildlife. Many birds and mammals give birth this time of year, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife advises that if you see young wildlife to leave them alone. Now through June, newborn wildlife…
Roxie has been missing for several days and her owner needs your help finding her. Roxie was last seen on the 2000 Block of Fountain Mesa Rd with an elderly woman driving a white car. Please call us at (360) 250-6514 if you find Roxie or have information. UPDATE: Roxie has been found. Thanks for all…
The Widefield Parks and Recreation Center will be making renovations to Windmill Mesa Park. Work on the project has begun and will hopefully be finished for summer 2018. Renovations include an extended parking lot, four pickle-ball courts, a basketball slab, connectivity of the walking path, additional picnic tables, benches and more! View Windmill Mesa Park…
Colorado Springs, CO – The CSPD Special Victims Unit is investigating a sexual assault that occurred at Rampart Park (8270 Lexington Dr) on Wednesday, May 30th, 2018 between 3:30 pm and 5 pm near the BMX Park. Anyone who has any information regarding this incident is asked to call 719-444-7000. Or if you wish to remain…
Join us on Sunday, June 10 as the Colorado Rockies take on the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Widefield Parks and Recreation center has received discounted tickets for the upper level (only $14 per seat!) and want to pass along the savings to you! Also, since it is a youth day, the kids will get to be…
FREE Movies at Pi-Ute Park on the 2nd & 4th Fridays of June & July brought to you by Widefield Parks and Recreation! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to Pi-Ute Park to enjoy these family friendly movies under the stars! Movies will start at dusk (approximately 8:30pm). Fun for the whole family! Along with the…
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure! Spots in the parking lot by Field 1 at Widefield Parks and Recreation will be available for rent or you can choose to have your house address listed as a yard sale site. It’ll be a morning of selling and shopping for the entire community. Yard sale locations…
The splash pad at Aga Park in Fountain, Colorado is now open. The waterpark is located at El Paso Street and Alabama Avenue in Fountain, and it opens May 28th through Labor Day weekend. The water park is open daily from 9 AM to 9 PM. Admission to the Fountain Splashpad is Free. Bring your…
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Ever wanted to try paddleboarding, kayaking, biking, fishing, slacklining, archery or shooting? These and other family-friendly activities will be offered for people to explore, for free, at Get Outdoors Day Colorado Springs on June 2 in Memorial Park. The third annual event is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and…
DENVER – Many Coloradans and visitors to our state will be kicking off their outdoor summer plans this Memorial Day. With so many activities and open spaces, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds outdoor enthusiasts that our wealth of outdoor activities also come with responsibilities. “Our staff takes pride in seeing so many people getting outdoors…
Colorado Springs, CO – On May 7, 2018, at approximately 11:04 PM, the Colorado Springs Police Department was notified of an automobile/pedestrian collision in the 1200 block of East Cheyenne Road. It was further reported the vehicle involved in this wreck fled the scene southbound on East Cheyenne Road. Upon arrival, officers contacted the pedestrian…
The historic district of Old Colorado City will be holding its annual festival on Colorado Avenue between 23rd Street and 27th Street. There will be live music, food, fun and entertainment for the entire family. One of the state’s largest craft vendor fairs is highlighted with features including pony rides, kids play area, petting zoo,…
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating a bear attack on a child in East Orchard Mesa, above the Colorado River corridor, in Grand Junction overnight. The victim’s mother told CPW officers she heard screaming at approximately 2:30 a.m., Sunday morning. When she went outside to investigate, she witnessed a large…
Fountain, CO – Get outside and learn to fish at Willow Springs Ponds! This is a free fishing derby for children ages 5 to 15. Enjoy fishing demonstrations, fun prizes, and a hot dog lunch with Commissioner Gonzalez on the grill! Bring your own rod, reel, tackle, and bait. Sponsored by El Paso County Parks,…
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