Colorado Springs Gazette 2018 Holiday Guide by Colorado Springs Gazette, LLC

2018 Holiday Guide GIFTS • EVENTS • ENTERTAINING

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Enjoy the Grand Illumination downtown on November 23 and holiday festivities all weekend long.

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The timeless movie is adapted for the stage in a lavish production at the Buell Theatre, Dec. 5–15.

NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKS

Ring in the New Year downtown with spectacular fireworks shows at both 9 pm and midnight.

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Give the Gift of 2 FOR THE SHOW-GOER

1 FOR THE FESTIVE THE WINTER SPECTACULAR PACKAGE When you want to stay close to home but light up your holiday in an exciting new way, The Broadmoor offers the perfect “staycation.” Enjoy the spirit of the season with special room packages and your whole family participating in festive activities. You just might find your new holiday tradition!

THE BROADMOOR HOLIDAY SHOW Get ready to dine, tap your foot and enjoy the holiday season at one of The Broadmoor’s Holiday Shows. With the Classic Broadmoor Holiday Package, you can make a night of it with your family, or bring your team and make this evening your company holiday party! Either way, this show is not to be missed with headliner Debby Boone. Show dates: December 14, 15, 22, 23, 24, 27 and 29, 2018.

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THE BROADMOOR NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA Want to close out 2018 in style? Then gift yourself with an unforgettable night at The New Year’s Eve Gala. Elegant and exquisite, it’s an evening of dancing, a tastefully designed menu and a tempting dessert bar! Ring in 2019 with champagne and a balloon drop while the band brings everyone to their feet.

3 FOR THE ADVENTURER AN INVIGORATING WILDERNESS RETREAT Does anyone in your family love the outdoors, or want to experience Colorado’s beauty? From fly fishing to relaxing in rustic luxury Broadmoor style, our Wilderness Experience makes a great gift. Choose from one of our three luxury, all-inclusive properties: Orvisendorsed Fly Fishing Camp, Cloud Camp or The Ranch at Emerald Valley, Conde Nast 2017 Readers’ Choice for #1 resort in Colorado.

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THE BROADMOOR NEW YEAR’S BASH Maybe you like a more casual New Year’s Eve. Then you’ll love one of our newest holiday traditions, The New Year’s Eve Bash. Groove the night away to live funk, rock and blues. Enjoy small plates and a tapas-style buffet late into the evening, followed by the excitement of confetti and champagne toast at midnight.

Give the gift of choice this holiday! A Broadmoor Gift Card is the gift that keeps on giving. In addition to purchases at any of our fine retail shops and galleries, The Broadmoor Gift Card can be used toward lodging, spa services and much more! For additional information, visit https://broadmoor.com/give-the-gift w w w. b r o a d m o o r . c o m • 8 5 5 . 8 0 7. 1 9 3 8

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Gift Guide.................................................. 8

GIFTS FOR HER.................................................................................................................................................... 10 GIFTS FOR THE HOME.......................................................................................................................................... 10 GIFTS FOR YOURSELF...........................................................................................................................................11 GIFTS FOR NATURE LOVERS.................................................................................................................................11 ROLL OUT YOUR HOLIDAY AT OLD TOWN BIKE SHOP......................................................................................... 14 CLEAN UP YOUR SHOPPING LIST AT ROCKY MOUNTAIN SOAP MARKET.......................................................... 14

Indulge.................................................. 16

CHRISTMAS IN GERMANY................................................................................................................................... 18 LUISA GRAFF JEWELERS: INDULGENT JEWELRY.............................................................................................. 19 INDULGE YOURSELF AND YOUR GUESTS WITH HOLIDAY RECIPES FROM LOCAL RESTAURANTS................... 20

Deck the Halls....................................... 24 LOOK YOUR BEST FOR THE HOLIDAYS................................................................................................................ 26 HOLIDAY PLAYLIST: 10 AMAZING, LESSER-KNOWN CHRISTMAS CLASSICS................................................... 28 HOLIDAY CHARM: ANNUAL HISTORIC HOME TOUR SPOTLIGHTS THE OLD NORTH END.................................. 30

Festivities................................................ 34 SPRINGS ENSEMBLE THEATRE DISHES UP IRREVERENT POTLUCK OF PLAYS................................................. 36 KEMPER DANCE ACADEMYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WINTER SHOWCASE A PART OF GROWTH FOR THEIR DANCERS...................... 38 HOLIDAY EVENTS NOT TO MISS AROUND THE PIKES PEAK REGION................................................................. 39

Gift of Giving........................................... 40

MONUMENT HILL KIWANIS CARRY ON HOLIDAY TRADITIONS.......................................................................... 41 EMPTY STOCKING FUND: 34 YEARS OF PARTNERSHIP TO SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY.................................. 42

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Gift Guide

he holidays are a time to treat yourself and your loved ones, and here in Colorado Springs there are so many places to find (or create) unique, heartfelt gifts they’ll enjoy throughout the year. From the luxurious to the practical, there’s no question whether you’ll be able to find the perfect way to show your friends and family just how much you appreciate them.

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giftsFOR HER: SPA DAY

SUNWATER SPA • 514 EL PASO BOULEVARD, MANITOU SPRINGS • 719-695-7007 SUNWELLNESS.NET/SUNWATER

Pamper yourself or a loved one amongst the holiday craziness at SunWater Spa. Soak in the hot mineral water, delight in a customized massage experience and relax with a full-body or facial treatment. SunWater Spa’s talented and multifaceted therapists will treat you to an unforgettable and restorative spa day. Gift cards, soaking and spa packages available.

ORCHIDS

SONGBIRD & THE ORCHID • 2204 WEST COLORADO AVE. • 719-475-1700 ISLAND-ORCHID.COM

Even Santa would be impressed by the selection of orchids offered at Songbird & the Orchid! Since 1989, they have only offered the best, family-grown Hawaiian orchids. The wonderful staff can advise on orchid care, create custom arrangements for any festive gathering and even repot older orchids. Orchids are easy to grow and can bloom for months if you get some good advice when you buy.

giftsFOR THE HOME: CUSTOM FRAMING AND ART

BELLA ART AND FRAME • 183 WASHINGTON ST., MONUMENT • 719-487-7691 BELLAARTANDFRAME.COM

With more than 20 years of experience among our staff, we offer full custom framing for all types of art, memorabilia and 3D objects. We have thousands of mat and moulding samples, allowing us to design the perfect frame for your artwork. Additionally, we use all archival material to protect artworks, creating museum-quality frames. Come by Bella Art and Frame to see how we can help you display your cherished artworks.

COLORADO-MADE ARTWORK

GALLERY 132 • 251 FRONT ST., MONUMENT • 719-375-8187 • GALLERY 132.COM

Woodcarver Jon Nelson is an award-winning artist who creates whimsical Santas and Christmas gnomes. Each piece is meticulously carved and hand painted, creating great depth and emotion that his loyal collectors adulate. Jon is sought out for his expertise, and teaches seminars across the country. Gallery 132, 251 Front St., Monument, will feature Jon’s work, along with the largest variety of Colorado-made art in northern El Paso County. They were the recipients of The Gazette’s Best of the Springs “Best New Store” for 2018. 10 HOLIDAY GUIDE 2018

giftsFOR YOURSELF ART CLASSES

THE KILN ART STUDIO • 15932-F JACKSON CREEK PARKWAY, MONUMENT 719-481-9915 • THEKILNARTSTUDIO.COM

Give the gift of art to yourself or your friends by painting your own pottery and canvas paintings. Create in our open studio with our glass fusion pre-cut bar, or attend one of our special classes in our private group area. Birthday parties are available for children seven and older, as well as adults — book now! Gift certificates are available for any denomination as stocking stuffers or holiday gifts. Join the fun!

GOURMET CHOCOLATES

RADIANTLY RAW • 116 CAÑON AVE., MANITOU SPRINGS • 719-749-6176 RADIANTLYRAWKITCHEN.COM

Radiantly Raw is perfect for any truffle or chocolate enthusiast. Their handmade truffles deliver a truly mind-blowing experience, having received The Gazette’s “Best Of” award four years in a row. The chocolates come in Mylk and Dark varieties and are sweetened with raw local honey. They have dairy-, gluten- and soy-free options so you can find the perfect gifts for everyone you love. A variety of packaged assortments are available in-store or for shipping nationwide.

giftsFOR NATURE LOVERS BIRDFEEDERS

SONGBIRD • 2204 W. COLORADO AVE. • 719-475-1700 • SONGBIRDSUPPLY.COM

If you want the best local wild birdseed, birdfeeders or natureinspired gifts, swing by Songbird in Old Colorado City. Started by two lifelong wildlife conservation professionals in 2013, Songbird is constantly adding new backyard birding items as they grow. If you are new to bird feeding, or are an avid feeder, Songbird has a complete selection of birdseed at the best prices in town. Birdfeeders are great gifts for your backyard pets, so fly on in to compare today!

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the picture-perfect gift guide for the photographer on your list See our complete 2018 Holiday Gift Guide at mikescamera.com/GiftGuide

NIKON Z MIRRORLESS DIGITAL CAMERA Revel in full-frame performance, plus versatile telephoto zoom and iconic 35mm and 50mm prime lenses. More than mirrorless. Nikon mirrorless. Starting at $1999.99

BINOCULARS

High-performance binoculars from Nikon and Promaster employing advanced optical technology. Starting at $24.99

DJI MAVIC PRO 2 DRONE

A drone that embodies all of DJI’s advanced, signature technologies, and is able to redefine what is possible for the world of aerial photography. Drones Starting at $99.99

CRANE V2 GIMBAL

Customized for mirrorless cameras, the professional ZhiYun Crane V2 features a 3-axis non-stopper design, is dual-battery compatible, and offers advanced camera controlling and manual adjustment. Starting at $399.99

GOPRO HERO 7 STUDIO RING LIGHTS

Get the soft, even lighting you have always wanted and enjoy circular catch-lights with the Luminous Pro Ring-light Plus from Savage. Ideal for glamour and fashion photographer and video due to its distinct look. Starting at $119.99

TRIPODS

Built tough and totally waterproof just grab it and go for it. Smooth 4K video and vibrant WDR photos make every moment look amazing. Starting at $199.99

WANDRD BAGS

Tripods from Promaster and Manfrotto are Engineered to exacting standards for the discerning photographer, Get stability and exact composer for your shot especially when using long telephoto lenses or slower shutter speeds. Starting at $59.99 Carbon Fiber Starting at $149.99

Whether you are a traveler, photographer, commuter, or somewhere in between, this bag was made to adapt to your lifestyle. Starting at $264.99

SMOOTH MOBILE GIMBAL

The Smooth Smartphone Stabilizer has been designed to provide cine-style functions to content creators using their mobile phones for video capture. Starting at $99.99

LITRA LED TORCH

LitraTorch is the worlds most versatile adventure photo and video light. Starting at $79.99

MAGMOD FLASH DIFFUSERS

MagMod makes capturing the perfect photo easier by letting photographers explore different flash modifier configurations quickly. Starting at $29.99

POLAROID INSTANT CAMERAS

Take pictures you can hold on to of the moments you can’t. Polaroid instant cameras are analog cameras that let you unplug and connect. Starting at $99.99

Colorado Springs • 5420 N. Academy Blvd. • 719-597-1575 Our exclusive Perfect Picture Pak includes over $189 of additional products and services included with your camera purchase. That’s the Mike’s Camera advantage!

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UNPLUGGED STUDIO LIGHTING Battery power means freedom... the freedom to use your Unplugged light just about anywhere. Starting at $299.99

MEMORY CARDS

PROMASTER MEMORY CARDS are designed to keep your memories safe! Their world-proof design is the result of a unique manufacturing process making the cards up to 3 times stronger than other products. Starting at $9.99

OMNI CHARGE POWER PACK

This intelligent power bank comes equipped with dual rapid-charge USB ports designed to quickly charge nearly any USB-compatible device including smartphones, tablets, and more. Starting at $149.99

DJI TELLO QUADCOPTER DRONE

Designed to be a cute, fun, and educational quadcopter drone. Its tiny form factor and smart Intel processor enable it to perform exciting aerial tricks on a whim, all through smartphone control. Starting at $99.99

JOBY TABLE TOP TRIPODS A compact and versatile option for supporting your gear. Starting at $14.77

LOMOGRAPHY FILM

No matter if you are looking for 35mm, 120 Medium Format, 110 or Instant Film, there’s a roll waiting for you! Starting at $11.99

PEAK DESIGN CAMERA BAGS

These award winning versatile camera bags will hold all your gear safely and in style. A Starting at $99.99

RODE VIDEO MICS

A lightweight solution for capturing audio in windy environments that is designed for use with camcorders, DSLR cameras, and portable audio recorders. Starting at $99.99

FUJI INSTAX CAMERAS

A compact instant film camera, the INSTAX Mini from FUJIFILM has been updated for selfie shooters and features a range of convenient controls for creating credit card-sized prints. Starting at $69.99

PANASONIC LUMIX G9

Capture your Holiday memories in vivid 4k color with this Panasonic LUMIX mirrorless camera. Starting at $1699.99

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Roll out your holiday COURTESY OF OLD TOWN BIKE SHOP

ust like the bikes that they ride, cyclists come in all shapes and sizes. Maybe your loved one is just learning to balance on two wheels. Perhaps they are a dedicated commuter. Or maybe they prefer to shred the gnar in the mountains. No matter how they like to pedal, Old Town Bike Shop can help you find the right gift to keep your cyclist rolling. A child’s first bicycle is always a memorable gift. Designed for ages three to five, the Neo Balance Bike from Kazaam ($89.99) is an ideal first bike for the youngest cyclist in your family. Available in both child and youth sizes, a Sidetrack Helmet from Bell ($39.99) makes safety fun and stylish. A playful gift for all ages, the spin-toring JelliBell from Incredibell ($12.99) comes in a variety of colors. For the year-round road rider, safety is essential. The Urban 500 plus Vya Taillight Combo from Light &

AT OLD TOWN BIKE SHOP

Motion ($79.99) includes a 500-lumen headlight and a staggered pulsing taillight to provide ample visibility into the night. When the weather gets rough, keep your roadie pedaling with a bike trainer. The smooth, quiet ride of the JetFluid Pro from CycleOps ($399.99) makes indoor riding pleasant and seamless. Of course, no bike is complete without a bell. The discreet Oi Bell from Knog ($19.99) keeps it classy, and takes up very little space on the handlebars. Want to surprise your cyclist with their first mountain bike? The capable X-Caliber 8 from Trek ($1,099.99) is affordable, yet trail-ready for the cyclist who’s ready to take their riding off the pavement. The most skilled mountain bikers agree that a good set of knee pads, such as the Mission Knee Pads from Kali Protectives ($44.99), can help your mountain rider conquer trails with confidence.

The Timber! Mountain Bike Bell ($24.99) can be switched on to alert others on the trail, or switched off to enjoy the serenity of nature. Beyond all the accessories you can buy, time spent with loved ones is the gift that cannot be matched. Invite your beloved cyclist out for a ride around the Legacy Loop, or on a cruise down Pikes Peak Greenway. 300 days of sunshine in the Mountain State means there are plenty of mild winter days perfect for bike riding. Old Town Bike Shop proudly supports Bike Clinic Too, a full-service bike shop for struggling community members. Donate bicycles, gear and parts to help a neighbor in need have access to affordable transportation this holiday season. Still not sure? The staff at Old Town Bike Shop has over 40 years of experience in the cycling industry and will be happy to help guide you to the perfect gift.

Clean up your shopping list COURTESY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN SOAP MARKET

ew. Unique. Gourmet. Rocky Mountain Soap Market is so much more than soap. No doubt their huge selection of organic and natural, handcrafted, cold-processed gourmet soap is their customers’ most beloved feature. But you’ll find so much more to love: Bath Bombs, Cupcakes, Bubble Bath, Whipped Soap, Goat Lotion, Dead Sea Salts, Beard Oil … whew! These items just scratch the surface of the bath and body treats you’ll find.

COLORADO’S FIRST GOURMET BODY BAR

A one-of-a-kind, soul pampering, creative bath and body experience awaits you at the new Rocky Mountain Soap Market location. The showpiece, without a doubt, is the gorgeous upscale Body Bar itself

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AT ROCKY MOUNTAIN SOAP MARKET where guests relax with spa water, snacks, soft music and a crackling fire. They peruse a menu which allows them to select products from lotions and scrubs to therapeutic tub treatments. Guests add the essential and fragrance oils they love to create a truly customized bath and body treasure trove.

BODY BAR FLIGHTS

Try one of their customer-favorite flights! Rocky Mountain Soap Market offers three different flights: Boarding Pass, Round Trip and First Class. All offer you four 3.4-ounce or smaller flight-compliant products to create. It’s a great way to sample product yourself, or craft a unique gift for a fellow bath and body enthusiast. Creations are delightfully boxed and packaged upon request.

PRIVATE BODY BAR PARTIES

Perhaps hosting a fun bath and body party for friends or family is on your wish list. When you register for one of Rocky Mountain Soap Market’s Body Bar Parties, you’ll get two hours of private product creation, complimentary light beverages and hors d’oeuvres, free products and discounts on all merchandise. They will help you design the perfect one-of-a-kind gourmet event.

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he holiday season naturally brings with it the sense of accomplishment we get from making it through another year â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and along with that, a desire to celebrate! And, whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a celebration without indulging in sensory pleasures? Our city offers many places to indulge in tantalizing foods, finely crafted libations, treatments to ease weary bodies and inspirations that rejuvenate the mind and spirit.

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Christmas

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COURTESY OF EDELWEISS RESTAURANT

o one does Christmas better than the Germans! In Germany, Christmas begins on the first Sunday in December — the first day of Advent. Germans traditionally hang up a wreath with four candles, and each Sunday beginning with the fourth Sunday before Christmas a candle is lit, until finally Christmas arrives. Saint Nikolaus and his helper Knecht Ruprecht will come on December 6 and visit all the children. He carries a large sack filled with nuts and apples and also a notebook, which tells him who has been good or who has been bad. Good children will get apples and nuts, and bad children will get a spanking from Knecht Ruprecht. Saint Nikolaus will also make notes for The Christ Child. If Saint Nikolaus does not have time to visit them, children will put out their shoes or boots for Saint Nikolaus to fill with candy. December 24 begins like every other working day, except that by 2 18 HOLIDAY GUIDE 2018

p.m. everybody goes home to prepare for The Christ Child’s coming. Then in the evening The Christ Child will come and bring the Christmas tree and all the presents for everybody. Christmas is celebrated on Christmas Eve, as that is when The Christ Child was born. The children will not see the Christmas tree before December 24, as it is the Christ Child who will bring it, along with the gifts. It is all a very mysterious and festive occasion. Before unpacking the gifts, the children will sing Christmas songs and recite poems for the adults. The adults and children all dress up in holiday clothes. Supper usually consists of something very light and easy like potato salad and Wiener Würstchen. The family usually goes together to midnight mass, which with all the church bells ringing and the people singing, is very festive. As with most major German holidays, the Christmas celebration lasts not just one day, but also for December 25 and 26. The family gets

Located at 34 E. Ramona Ave., Edelweiss Restaurant has served more than a million happy customers over the last 40-plus years. For reservations call 719-633-2220. For further information and menus, visit edelweissrest.com.

together for a big meal like Stuffed Roast Goose with Potato Dumplings and Red Cabbage. The Christmas decorations and the tree stay up until Three Kings Day, which is on January 6. That is the date when the Three Kings visited The Christ Child, and with that day the Christmas season comes to an end.

LUISA GRAFF JEWELERS

Indulgent Jewelry

COURTESY OF LUISA GRAFF JEWELERS

uisa Graff Jewelers is Colorado Springs’ fastestgrowing family-owned jewelry store, because of their friendly service and great values. They have an extensive inventory with over 15,000 items of fine jewelry for you to choose from. You will find over 5,000 gorgeous engagement rings and wedding bands in their exclusive bridal area and loose diamonds in all sizes, shapes and price points. After all, they have been “Where Colorado Gets Engaged” since 1999. You will also find natural gemstones and fashion jewelry to satisfy even the most exclusive tastes.

They have one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry, such as a fashion two-tone, 18-karat gold ring with .64 carat weight diamonds wrapped across, which is appropriate for any occasion. A pair of 14-karat white gold princess-cut earrings is the perfect gift to give your princess this holiday season. Another great choice would be a tanzanite necklace — just the touch to add to your collection!

Let’s indulge and keep the story going. Did you know jewelry that is designed in a threestone formation talks about the past, present and future? The present is the largest, because it represents everything you are going through in life right now. The 18-karat yellow gold diamond earrings tell of a journey, as you grow and evolve in life … so do your diamonds.

Luisa Graf Jewelers is fashion forward always, and right now stackables are hot! Stackables tell a story, whether it’s a new addition to the family or a memorable moment. Come to Luisa Graff Jewelers and we will help you tell your story with stackables.

Handpicked diamonds, free insurance, four in-house jewelers to repair or create your jewelry, along with great prices are among the top reasons why Luisa Graff Jewelers wants to be your jeweler. Come in and see what awaits you! To learn more, visit Luisa Graff Jewelers at 5901 North Nevada Ave., call 719-260-0100 or browse LuisaGraffJewelers.com.

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MUSHROOM BRUSCHETTA

Indulge yourself

Provided by: Chef Franco Pisani, Paravicini’s Italian Bistro • Shiitake mushrooms • Cremini mushrooms, quartered • Button mushrooms • Portabella mushrooms (Dice all mushrooms to make a nice mixture) • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 tsp. chopped thyme • 1 C. extra-virgin olive oil • Salt and freshly ground pepper • 6 slices peasant bread (from a long loaf), about 1/3" thick • ½ pound Gorgonzola cheese (6 slices)

AND YOUR GUESTS WITH HOLIDAY RECIPES FROM LOCAL RESTAURANTS

1) Place cheese on bread and toast in the oven 2) Sauté mushrooms in oil with garlic and thyme until the mushrooms are soft, then place mushrooms on top of the cheesy bread.

BY ANDREW DE NARAY, HOLIDAY GUIDE

Located at 2802 W. Colorado Ave., Paravicini’s was named the Best New Restaurant when it opened, and the independently he holidays — so many gatherings and events to owned restaurant continues to attend, all of them requiring one very important win accolades. Chef Franco has ingredient: Food! Several highly regarded local developed a menu featuring Italy’s regional specialties, eateries were kind enough to indulge us with recipes for their favorite holiday hors d’oeuvre, classic Italian-American favorites as well as his own side dish or dessert recipe so you can recreate them at home for upcoming holiday gatherings. original creations.

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POTATO & CELERY ROOT GRATIN Provided by: Chef Mario Vasquez, Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • 5 potatoes sliced ¼" • 2 celery root peeled and sliced ¼" • 2 Tbsp. minced garlic • 3 large shallots, minced • 3 C. grated real parmesan (not green can) • 3 Tbsp. prepared horseradish • Salt and pepper to taste • 1 qt. cream, plus 1 qt. whole milk 1) In a buttered baking dish arrange potatoes and celery root in a layered pattern. 2) In large bowl combine other ingredients and whisk until incorporated well. 3) Pour mixture over potatoes and celery root, then cover with foil and bake at 375°F until a knife inserted into the gratin comes out easily. If desired, top with more parmesan and place under broiler until nicely browned. Located at 15 S. Tejon St., Colorado Craft is a modern restaurant concept designed to showcase the best of Colorado’s breweries, distilleries, farms and purveyors. Chef Mario Vasquez has taken his seasonal and diverse cuisine and combined it with all that our great state has to offer.

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GOOEY BUTTERCAKE Provided by: Chef Eric Brenner, Red Gravy CRUST: • 3½ C. White Cake Mix • 1 stick Butter, melted • 2 Eggs 1) Mix together with mixer. 2) With wet hands, pat into full 2" deep 6"x 9" baking pan. FRUIT: • 2 C. Frozen Berries Sprinkle over crust FILLING: • 4½ C. Powdered Sugar • 12 oz. Cream Cheese • 3 Eggs 1) Cream together. Add eggs, one at a time. Pour over crust and blueberries. 2) Bake at 275˚F with fan on low for 60 minutes. Located at 23 S. Tejon St., Red Gravy is: Fresh. Modern. Italian. Chef Eric Brenner grew up cooking in the historic Italian community known as “the Hill” in St. Louis. After completing his culinary degree he began working in many respected restaurants and began opening bistros. Eventually, he decided to bring his love for Italian food to Colorado.

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Provided by: Lezah Diers, Assistant Manager, Four by Brother Luck (Makes up to three dozen cookies/ bars or one 9"x 13" cookie sheet) • 1¾ C. Butter (softened) • 2 C. Sugar • ½ C. Molasses • 4¼ C. All-Purpose Flour • 1 Tbsp. Cinnamon • 1 Tbsp. Ginger • 1 tsp. Salt • ½ tsp. Baking Soda 1) Combine all dry ingredients in to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Set aside. 2) Using a standing mixer on medium-low speed, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 3) Slowly drizzle in molasses until fully incorporated. 4) Increase the mixer to medium speed and add eggs, one at a time, until fully mixed. 5) Reduce to stirring speed while slowly adding dry ingredients, and continue mixing until both dry and wet ingredients are fully combined. 6) IF MAKING COOKIES: Scoop out spoonfuls of dough onto a

cookie sheet that is either greased or lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350°F for six to seven minutes. Cookies should be slightly soft, but will continue to cook as they cool completely. Transfer to wire rack for cooling. IF MAKING COOKIE BARS OR GINGERBREAD HOUSE DOUGH: Press mixture into buttered 9"x 13" cookie sheet. Spray top of dough with butter also. Cook at 350°F until the edges start to pull from the side of the tray, or about 10 to 12 mins. The center should be soft, but spring back when gently pressed. If making a gingerbread house, cook an additional three to five minutes. for extra firmness. 7) Allow to cool completely before serving. Keeps for up to five days if stored in a cool, dry spot.

Located at 321 North Tejon St., Four by Brother Luck features a menu of New American fare with a focus on the historical cuisine of the four corners region where Utah, Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado touch borders. The “four” theme is also echoed in Luck’s philosophy that their cuisine be, “influenced by four main providers who supply our ingredients; the hunter, the gatherer, the fisherman and the farmer.”

CRANBERRY ORANGE BREAD PUDDING

Provided by: Josh Stelly, ASM , Odyssey Gastropub (Makes 12 servings) • 1 qt. Cranberry • 3 oranges Orange Supremes (Segments) • 1 Sourdough Baguette • 1 pt. Heavy Cream • 15 Eggs • ½ Tbsp. Vanilla Extract • 1 lb. Brown Sugar • 1 Lemon Zest/Juice • 1 Orange Zest/Juice BLONDE GANACHE: • 1 ¼ lbs. White Chocolate Chips • ¼ lb. Heavy Cream • 1 pt. Butter 1) Cut baguette into ¾" cubes and toast for five minutes at 350°F. Cool bread to room temperature. Mix all

remaining ingredients, only two oranges worth of supremes, starting with eggs, and mix well. Reserve the last orange for a garnish. 2) Fold in cranberries, orange and bread. Soak for at least two hours, then pour into a parchment-lined bread pan. Spray pan with food release spray then spray paper. Wrap with foil. Bake at 350°F for one hour, or until cooked through. 3) While baking, start Blonde Ganache. Toast white chocolate chips over low heat, stirring frequently with a plastic or rubber utensil until melted and you get a nice golden color. 4) Add butter and cream; mix well until everything is incorporated. Remove foil from bread pudding and bake for 10 to 15 more minutes to brown the top. Cool slightly and scoop or slice with a sharp bread knife. Top with vanilla ice cream, blonde ganache, orange supremes, pomegranate arils and walnuts.

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he holidays! The time of year for family get-togethers and photos, church functions, reunions with friends, and of course — holiday parties! Conversely, this time of year also presents the opportunity to refresh or change your look. Let the local stylists at your Colorado Springs-area Great Clips salon freshen up your favorite style, help you with a new look, or create an elegant updo for your night on the town this holiday season. When planning your visit to Great Clips, avoid the wait by using their industry-fi rst Online Check-In. Just download the Great Clips app with Online Check-In and you can see the current wait time, and put your name on the wait list while you make your way to the salon. During the hectic holiday season, minimizing your wait anywhere is always a wonderful thing. Whether you get your “usual” haircut or a whole new style, your professional Great Clips stylist can recommend the perfect haircare product to keep it looking salon-fresh. Great Clips is also the perfect place to pick up great haircare products as stocking stuffers. Our salons carry a wide range of product lines, such as American Crew, Sexy Hair, Paul Mitchell, TIGI Bed Head and

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more, including Grit, the new line of affordable haircare products for men (and a Great Clips exclusive). Looking for a one-size-fits-all, practical, highly valued and greatly appreciated stocking stuffer? Our “Great Card,” which you can load with $10.99 pre-paid haircuts (minimum 3), is available at all Colorado Springs and Pueblo-area Great Clips salons until December 24. The Great Card is honored at

all 4,300-plus Great Clips salons in the U.S. and Canada, making it the perfect gift to slip into holiday greeting cards sent to family and friends throughout North America. The holidays are also a time of giving, a concept embraced by each Great Clips salon team. The Great Clips culture, locally and nationally, is to help build a greater sense of community and connectedness. In the Colorado Springs area, Great Clips salons support various charitable activities, the two most notable being Susan G. Komen-Colorado South in its fight to cure breast cancer and, each October, local stylists raise funds that directly support Children’s Hospital Colorado, a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. Since Great Clips fi rst partnered locally with Children’s Hospital Colorado in 2008, through the efforts of Great Clips’ stylists, Great Clips’ clients have generously donated more than $400,000 to provide the local Children’s Hospital with equipment that they have identified as a need. Great Clips stylists work diligently every day to help each client look and feel great. This holiday season stop in and let one of our talented stylists freshen up your look. And then smile wide for your holiday photos, confident that you look amazing!

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ure, we all love to hear Nat’s “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire” and Bing’s “White Christmas” during the holiday season, but it also doesn’t hurt to spice up the rotation for upcoming holiday parties and gatherings. Here are 10 lesser-known Christmas albums to buy, download or stream this season that will keep your holiday events hopping!

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nine albums on this list (but you still should). Want to get that vintage 1940s vibe a la “A Christmas Story”? With artists like The Mills Brothers, Tommy Dorsey, Guy Lombardo, Fats Waller, Benny Goodman and other icons of that era, this compilation will provide it. WHERE TO FIND IT: SPOTIFY

THE BEACH BOYS CHRISTMAS ALBUM

Dealing with some holiday stress? One listen the glorious harmonies on “Little Saint Nick” and the other

tunes on this album will immediately lift your mood. The sound of their version of “Frosty the Snowman” is so sunny you can already imagine Frosty getting all wishy-washy. WHERE TO FIND IT: AMAZON, SPOTIFY

CHRISTMAS WITH CHET ATKINS

In case you’ve forgotten (or were never aware) what a deft Jazz and Western Swing guitarist Chet was, the tracks on this collection will remind you. The track list is full of familiar titles, but you’ve never heard them quite like this. Standouts are the

slower pieces, like Little Drummer Boy and Blue Christmas — as Atkins’ reading of the latter might be the bluest version ever. WHERE TO FIND IT: AMAZON, SPOTIFY

A CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR YOU FROM PHIL SPECTOR

Spector’s former stable of R&B artists are in fine form on this compilation of early 1960s hit-makers like Darlene Love, The Ronettes and The Crystals. If these tunes, complete with the “wall of sound” treatment Spector was famous for, doesn’t put some holiday pep in your step, you can’t be helped.

WHERE TO FIND IT: AMAZON, SPOTIFY

CHRISTMAS ON THE RANGE

Chock full of Pedal Steel Guitar and Straight Bass, 1950s Country music was very different (and arguably better) prior to its infusion with modern pop sensibilities. The song ‘Christmas Dinner’ and its line “If you don’t watch out you’re gonna double your size,” will never fail to make you smile.

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A CLASSIC SOUL CHRISTMAS

a soul shakedown party. As Freddie McGregor sings, “Hip hip hooray, what an ire Christmas morning.” Yeh mon!

“I feel mighty fine, y’all — I got music on my radio!” On this lively compilation, Legendary Stax Records singers like Otis Redding, Carla Thomas and Solomon Burke create holiday classics … 1960s Soul style. When Booker-T and the MGs is the house band, you know you’re in for a tasty holiday treat.

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ROCKABILLY CHRISTMAS

If Santa greased his hair back and had tailfins on his sleigh, this set of vintage 1950s rockabilly tracks is totally what he’d be twanging out to while delivering gifts on Christmas Eve, daddy-o.

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A DOO-WOP CHRISTMAS

Much Christmas music expresses unabated joy by nature, but add 1950s street-corner falsetto, soaring vocal harmonies, saxophones and jumping R&B arrangements, and you have a musical recipe that is exuberant.

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REGGAE CHRISTMAS FROM STUDIO ONE

Dreadlocks may not be the first thing that come to mind when the holidays roll around, but these tracks recorded at the legendary Studio One (aka, “the Jamaican Motown”) in Kingston will turn any holiday gathering into

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THIS WARM DECEMBER: A BRUSHFIRE HOLIDAY, VOL. 1 Brushfire is a record label run by folk-pop musician Jack Johnson, and this compilation featuring the Brushfire stable of artists provides a mostly new collection of folky and poppy contemporary songs that still fall in nicely with older standards. While Johnson’s “Someday at Christmas” creates a wistful vibe, the hilariously relatable “Stuck at the Airport” by Money Mark will make your belly shake like a bowl full of jelly.

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n Saturday, December 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Old North End Holiday Home Tour invites community members and guests to celebrate the holiday season with a festive, open house tour that offers rare access to some of the most historic, architecturally significant and beautiful homes in the neighborhood â&#x20AC;&#x201D; with enriching insight about each house.

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Four distinctive homes in the Old North End make up the 2018 tour. For more information about featured homes, visit CSHolidayHomeTour.com. Purchase tickets online at CSHolidayHomeTour.com or in person at Kirkpatrick Bank, 102 North Cascade Avenue, Suite 100, in downtown Colorado Springs, and at TwoCor, 625 Arrawanna Street, Colorado Springs. Advance tickets are $25. Discounts are available for groups of ten or more by calling the TwoCor office at 719-471-6916. Same-day tickets are $30 and are available at each of the homes. All tour proceeds benefit local nonprofit TwoCor.

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TwoCor is a local service agency dedicated to providing youth with healing and training for a productive life. TwoCor helps vulnerable and traumatized youth ages 15 to 19 rise above their troubled past and grow into employable and contributing community members. This remarkable program integrates leading-edge insight from neuroscience research and trauma-responsive therapeutic practices with hands-on vocational training, community work, experiential activies and paid internships with local businesses. TwoCor has provided over 2,000 young people with services to help them stay in school, in their homes and working towards sustainable employment.

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hether your tastes trend towards the sacred and traditional or the secular and unorthodox, thankfully we live in a city that offers us many different ways to celebrate. There is truly an inexhaustible supply of holiday festivities coming up, so let this be your guide to celebrating the holidays exactly how you’d like to. Get ready to load up your calendar and enjoy all that the season — and our area — have to offer!

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SPRINGS ENSEMBLE THEATRE

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man loses his dog and enlists his Amazon Alexa to help find it. Mrs. Claus goes to her lawyer, Jack Frost, for a divorce. A sketch entitled “A Very Pinterest Christmas”? Not your typical holiday fare, but all of these scenarios and more will play out four nights a week at the Springs Ensemble Theatre’s Holiday Play Festival to raise funds for their 2019 season, which will be their tenth. “I think it’s like turning the expected Christmas story on its head,” said Executive Producer Sarah Sheppard-Shaver. “We wanted to do a ‘potluck’ of original work, so we looked for playwrights who live and work in this region to submit their work. When we wrote the ad we were looking for nostalgic, inappropriate, wry, sad, funny … whatever the holidays mean to them. Because not everybody is into the nice sugarplum dreams; sometimes the holidays are really rough on people. We wanted to reflect that — what our community feels about the holidays.” Each night will be a series of 10 plays of varying lengths, all by different local playwrights whose work was chosen from the submittals. “Some of the monologues are three minutes, some of the plays are 15 minutes, so we’ll have a mix of all those.” For those who have not attended a SET show previously, it’s possibly the most intimate venue for local theatre, seating only 35 to 50 people for any given show. “You know, I feel like 36 HOLIDAY GUIDE 2018

it’s a really home-y environment. You walk into the lobby, and we always have it decorated … to me it’s like my other home, so I hope it feels that way for our patrons,” said Sheppard-Shaver. Of the performance area she added, “It feels kind of like a living room. There’s almost no distance between you and the performers. You’re right there, like you’re living the scene with them.” Although accommodating 10 plays in one evening sounds like a daunting task with regard to sets, props and costumes, SET has developed a strategy from past productions to keep the festival on track. Sheppard-Shaver said they’ll employ, “A very simple black box set with some festive background decoration. We have two musicians, The Rogue Spirits, and local poet Jonathan Andujar who are going to be involved, doing musical and poetic

interludes. In the past we’ve also had some sexy elves or inappropriate Santas move the props between scenes while the music is playing.” The local playwrights whose work has been selected for this year’s festival include: Travis Duncan, Jeremiah Walter, Sue Bachman, Max Ferguson, Rachel Baker, Jessica Weaver, Cyndi Parr, Gene Kauppila, Lori Isbell and Richard Sebastian-Coleman. As for the price of admission, they’re using a “pay what you can” model with a suggested donation of $20. But, Sheppard-Shaver said, “If you want to have some holiday fun, and just have pocket change or linty dollar bills in your pocket, just come anyway and have a good time with us.” Homemade cookies will be available in the lobby, along with both “naughty” and “nice” egg nog. “I think it’s an alternative to your typical Christmas fare, so if you’re sick of being wholesome and want to be bad for a minute, then just come over and play with our extended SET family for a little bit.” The SET Holiday Play Festival will be performed December 6 – 22 at 1903 E. Cache La Poudre Street. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday performances are at 4:00 p.m. Please note that there is no Sunday performance on December 9. Seating is limited, so reservations are recommended. Visit springsensembletheatre.org for more information.

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Here Comes Santa Claus December 15 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Thomas Wilson conductor Ho, Ho, Ho! Tiny tots with their entire family are invited to a merry Christmas celebration with the Philharmonic. Features fun holiday favorites, a sing-along, and a visit from the big man himself. FREE for kids ages infant to 18 years of age.

Christmas Symphony December 16 at 2:30 p.m. Thomas Wilson conductor Colorado Springs Chorale Christmas classics, seasonal favorites, and a very merry sing-along make for a spectacular holiday celebration shared with family and friends.

New Year’s Eve Concert December 31 at 7:30 p.m. Thomas Wilson conductor The party is just beginning! In the big band spirit of Louis Armstrong, Tommy Dorsey, and Benny Goodman, swing in the New Year with the Colorado Springs Philharmonic.

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KEMPER DANCE ACADEMY’S WINTER SHOWCASE A PART OF GROWTH FOR THEIR DANCERS

COURTESY OF KEMPER DANCE ACADEMY

n Wednesday, December 19 at 6:30 p.m., Kemper Dance Academy will present “An Enchanted Narnia” at The Colorado Springs School. This popular, family-friendly show will celebrate Christmas and take attendees on an adventure through Narnia, visiting all our favorite friends and characters from the book. This winter showcase is not only entertaining, but it’s also a big part of dancers’ development. Owned by Jeni Kemper, Kemper Dance Academy is a place where the training not only focuses on dance itself, but also on shaping and challenging students’ minds as well. They offer a well-rounded dance curriculum and have a nationally recognized competitive team. Additionally, they pride themselves in having a studio that’s a positive learning space so young dancers can thrive, and they bring in the best Guest Teachers from around the country to share their knowledge with their dancers. 38 HOLIDAY GUIDE 2018

There are many unique aspects of

KDA that separate it from other dance

studios. They offer a well-rounded training program for their dancers: Their students are required to study all forms of dance, and KDA considers it their job to prepare dancers for the real world. Their dancers need to be able to do anything asked of them at an audition, as well as in any job or career path they may choose. Kemper believes that the biggest mistakes she sees dancers make, is when they get caught up in “trends” based on what they see on social media and try to emulate them. Jeni loves to see dancers embrace their own gifts and talents — to really take pride in being individuals, rather than imicking other dancers. At KDA , they strive to teach young dancers to have pride in themselves as individuals, and to stand in their own light. Kemper has been sharing her passion for, and knowledge of, dance for over 20 years. Born and raised in Colorado Springs, her training has taken her from coast to coast, where she has danced

with many influential dancers and choreographers. Following her performance career she opened Kemper Dance Academy in June 2010, knowing this was her true calling to the arts. With KDA , she set out to create a dance studio that would be unique to the area and would focus on providing the highest-quality dance training and education to dancers. With a startup company of five and an encouraging support team, the KDA Company began, and the studio quickly started to transform into a nationally recognized establishment. A dream come true! Kemper Dance Academy and Kemper pride themselves on their dance showcases throughout the year. These provide the dancers an opportunity to perform in front of large audiences and gain confidence as they grow as dancers and as individuals. The winter and spring showcases are filled with fun adventures, amazing dancing and great memories for the dancers, parents and audiences alike.

Holiday events not to miss around the Pikes Peak region

_ COURTESY OF ASHTONZ

he Christmas Season is upon us, and such joyous days must be accompanied by festive music! Thankfully, there is no shortage of traditional musical events and holiday-themed shows from local artists to fill your calendar. If your holiday bucket list includes seeing a Christmas show every day between now and Christmas Eve, you’re in luck. It’s a veritable musical smorgasbord, as seasonal tunes from classical to country, jazz to bluegrass and Magi-majesty to intentional irreverence can be found among this year’s offerings. Included among the highlights are: The Nutcracker by the Oklahoma City Ballet (November 23-25) and the Colorado Youth Ballet (December 22 and 23) at the Pikes Peak Center. PikesPeakCenter.com The 30th annual Glen Eyrie Madrigal Banquet in the Great Hall of the castle (featuring a four-course meal along with spectacular musical and dancing performances by worldclass entertainers). 10 performances from November 30-December 22. GlenEyrie.org The fun, festive and infectious Irish Christmas in America arrives in Colorado Springs on December 11, at Stargazers Theatre. It’s the fourteenth season of ICIA, which features Irish music, song and dance in, “an engaging performance, rich in history.” StargazersTheatre.com

Holiday performances from local/ regional artists include these events: The Denver-based, nationally renowned jazz queen Hazel Miller (longtime touring act in support of Big Head Todd and the Monsters) will be bringing her Christmas Show to the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts in Palmer Lake on November 30. TriLakesArts.com Anyone looking to get out of town for a weekend can head toward Salida to check out Rebecca Folsom’s Holiday Show on November 30 at the Historic Coaldale Schoolhouse in Coaldale, Colorado. RebeccaFolsom.com The annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony at Limbach Park in Monument is set for December 1, with local music and a visit from Santa. TownOfMonument.org/416/ Monument-Tree-Lighting

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The 2018 edition of the TriTrLakes Music Association’s annual Christmas cantata features three performances on December 14, 15 and 16 at Palmer Ridge High School. TriLakesMusic.org

The perpetually crowd-pleasing, award-winning Flying W Wranglers will be rolling out their Holiday Show on December 2 at Glen Eyrie (GlenEyrie.org) and on December 8 at Stargazers. StargazersTheatre.com

Putting a Yuletide spin on their “Meat & Moo-sic” theme are 2018_Best of the Springs _ nominee Ashtonz, with An Asht onz Christmas 4.0 pig roast and hoedown on December 15 at 6 p.m. at Sibell’s Barn in downtown Monument. The evening may also include a visit from a certain oversized elf … Facebook.com/AshChaz

Three-time Best of the Springs winners WireWood Station will be spreading cheer around the area, including shows on December 6 at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and December 8 at Jack Quinn’s. WireWood-Station.com

Jared Anderson’s 15th of December: A One-of-a-Kind Christmas Spectacular featuring Michelle Edwards of the aforementioned WireWood Station, December 15 and 16 at Ent Center of the Arts. tickets.uccspresents.org

2018

Holiday Home Tour Saturday, December 15th, 2018

10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Celebrate the season with rare access

to homes of the historic Old North End! Tour proceeds beneﬁt TwoCor, providing traumatized youth with healing and training for a productive life. Purchase your tickets at csholidayhometour.com or at Kirkpatrick Bank, 102 North Cascade Avenue, Suite 100, in downtown Colorado Springs. Thank you, Presenting Sponsor! Flying Horse Foundation

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hen it comes down to it, generosity is the reason for the season. Many agencies in Colorado Springs dedicate their entire holiday season to easing the burden on those in our community who are in need. Only a few of the thousands of charities in the region are profiled here, but all the agencies doing good works to help our community deserve your involvement and support during this time of year.

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carry on holiday traditions MONUMENT HILL KIWANIS

COURTESY OF MONUMENT HILL KIWANIS

tarting the day after Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve, the TriLakes mountain air will once again fill with the merry sound of Salvation Army bells. Since 1987, the Monument Hill Kiwanis Club has carried on this holiday tradition, and for many of the 150 men and women of the 44-yearold, award-winning service club, this is a favorite annual event. On any given day during the holiday season, a Kiwanis volunteer may be found ringing the bell at a Monument Walmart, Safeway, or King Soopers — cheerfully wishing all a safe and happy holiday season. Club members and supporters donate over 1,000 service hours, often in extreme weather conditions, but always with a heartfelt smile. Assisting The Club each year are students from the District 38 high school Key Clubs and middle school Builders Club. These student-led clubs are part of the Kiwanis program to teach leadership through service. Local Boy Scout troops also participate in this important community outreach project, as do The Discovery Canyon Campus Cheerleaders, employees of King Soopers, local CEOs and other volunteers.

The Tri-Lakes community contributes about 10 percent of the overall Pikes Peak area Red Kettle campaign’s donations. This adds up to well over $40,000 in critical income for needy families and individuals in the region. The Salvation Army puts these funds to work “Doing the Most Good,” providing a 24/7 emergency shelter, nutritional meals and transitional housing. The Salvation Army also uses about 35 percent of Red Kettle funds on programs for children and young people. The Monument Hill Kiwanis Club thanks the community for its generosity and teamwork on behalf of this worthy mission. The North Pole at Tri-Lakes Arts and Crafts Fair is another Monument Hill Kiwanis Club holiday tradition. Begun in 2003, this year’s event

will be held in concert with the Monument Small Town Christmas on Saturday, Dec. 1. Held at Monument’s Grace Best Education Center at 66 N. Jefferson St. from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the event will offer handmade crafts and art objects for purchase, as well as food, featuring Tri-Lakes United Methodist Church’s Cookie Walk. Musical entertainment will be provided throughout the day by District 38 school choirs and bands, along with other local musical groups. The special musical headliner will be “America’s Got Talent” finalist Miguel Dakota, who will perform at 1 p.m. The Arts and Craft Fair is free of charge. In lieu of admission, donations of non-perishable food items, unwrapped toys or cash are gratefully accepted. All donations will benefit Tri-Lakes Cares, our local family services organization. The Monument Hill Kiwanis Club is a federally designated 501(c)(3), public charity with the mission of “Making a Difference for Youth and Our Community.” The Club meets each Saturday morning at 8 a.m. at “Big Red,” the District 38 Administration Building at 146 N. Jefferson St., in Monument. For more information, visit www.monumenthillkiwanis.org. HOLIDAY GUIDE 2018 41

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COURTESY OF EMPTY STOCKING FUND

ver the past 34 years, Empty Stocking Fund has been a constant presence in the Pikes Peak region. What started in 1984 as a campaign to provide clothing and toys to needy families during the holiday season has grown into a multi-million-dollar effort with 20 incredible partner agencies. Since 1997 El Pomar Foundation has matched $1 for every $3, up to $200,000. The Bruni Foundation joined Empty Stocking Fund in 2000 with another matching grant, $1 for every $10, up to $70,000. Add Staff, Wells Fargo and The Gazette also support the campaign, making it possible for 100 percent of donations to go directly to partner agencies. Over the past 34 years, the fund has raised more than $20 million. In 2017, the Empty Stocking Fund exceeded its goal to raise $1 million, raising $1,176,984. Hopes are to repeat that during the 2018-19 campaign, in an effort to meet the growing demand for services in our community. Every year ESF agencies touch over 325,000 lives — over 50 percent of the region’s population. This partnership allows ESF to spark the giving spirit of the Pikes Peak region, to benefit local nonprofits serving neighbors in need. Each agency provides unique services to its clients, whether that is rent and utility assistance, shelter and safety, warm meals, health screenings or resource referral. Even a $1 donation can drastically increase the capacity of our partner agencies. With just $1, the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region can give a military family a day of fishing at Camp Shady Brook in Deckers. This trip is a time to put down the electronics and to connect with nature and family. Military personnel cherish this time to strengthen their family bonds. A $20 donation allows Care and Share Food Bank to provide 150 meals to residents of Southern Colorado. An incredibly generous gift of $200 can pay for eight hours of behavioral health services delivered to a child and family in crisis through CPCD … Giving Children a Head Start. Only three of the 20 agencies are highlighted above. The collective impact of ESF and its partner agencies stretches far beyond these metrics by creating a system of care unlike any other. The thirty-fifth annual Empty Stocking Fund campaign begins on Thanksgiving Day. Show your support for our agency partners and help your neighbors in need by donating at www.fillanemptystocking.org.

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