The Springs Scoop!

What is the Springs Scoop?

Everything happening around town from new businesses opening, events to do on the weekend, and new happenings around our town. The FREE newsletter drops every Friday morning at 8 am. The Best part? No politics! You can catch up on current events and stay in the know without your blood pressure rising. Enjoy!

Housing

Last week the Federal Reserve cut interest rates another .25%. It may not seem like a whole lot all at once, but mortgage rates are now under 7% which could fuel some home sales in the nearby future.

Market Stats:

Average Sales Price: ($440K)

Average Days on Market: Median (43)

Homes Sold in November: (585)

Top 3 Cities that are moving to Colorado Springs : 1. Los Angeles, CA 2. Denver, CO 3. Dallas, TX

Source: Redfin Market Stats

Will you be buying a new home soon?

New places coming to town soon!

New businesses and developments in Colorado Springs include:

-Hotel Polaris at the Air Force Academy has officially opened! 

-New U.S. Air Force Academy Visitor Center: Opening in 2024, this visitor center is designed to add economic vitality to the Pikes Peak region 

-Dave & Busters: A new location of the popular game and entertainment chain 

-Nacho Matrix: A new restaurant from the Sherman couple, known for Odyssey Gastropub and Burnt Toast 

-Burnt Toast: A second location of the popular breakfast spot 

-Coop's Cookhouse: A new restaurant in Rockrimmon that promises to fill you up 

-Comfort and Joy Cat Cafe: A charming new locally owned business in downtown Colorado Springs 

-WNB Factory: A new burger and chicken chain that offers dine-in, carryout, and delivery 

-Roots: A new restaurant on E Colorado Avenue that serves Korean ribs, chicken katsu, and other dishes 

-Evergreen: A new European cafe with a cozy interior and outdoor terrace that serves pastries, crepes, and coffee 

-Street Eats: A new food concept from Chef Brother Luck at Colorado Springs Airport that serves street food from around the world 

-Lemon Lodge Ski Bar: A new ski and snowboarding simulator on Pikes Peak Avenue 

-Fruitlandia: A Mexican dessert shop on Pikes Peak Avenue that serves shaved ice, tamales, and more than 130 other treats 

-Shake Shack: A New York-based chain that is opening its first Colorado Springs location at the InterQuest Towne Center 

Community Service Opportunities:

If you are looking to do a good deed and service others check out these service opportunities.

These service projects and include anything from helping others decorate for the holiday, socializing for young adults with special needs, helping a refugee family in your area to even helping pre-teens and teenagers learn to cook!

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Service Opportunities

Exciting Upcoming Events: November

· Turkey Trot Predict 5k

- Location: Memorial Park, 250 S Union Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO

- This event requires each runner to predict how long it will take them to finish the 5km course. The winners are not the first to finish, but those that finish closest to their prediction. Winners will receive, yep, you guessed it, a full-sized turkey.

- November 23, 2024 @ 10 AM

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· Turkey Rock Trot 5K

- Location: Douglas County Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Drive Castle Rock, CO

- Come out and join Castle Rock’s most-attended running race and Thanksgiving morning tradition – the Annual Turkey ROCK Trot 5K Family Fun Run/Walk/Stroll in Castle Rock, CO. Whether you are a serious runner or a leisurely walker, bring the whole family and start a new tradition.

- November 28, 2024 @ 7:30 AM

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Concerts:

· Phora (From $29)

- Location: Black Sheep, Colorado Springs, CO

- Come out and join Phora an American rapper and former Tattoo Artist

- November 15, 2024 @ 8:00 PM

· Ormao small. Works. Dance Concert (From $22)

- Location: 10 S. Spruce St. Colorado Springs, CO

- Description: Fall 2024 Ormao Dance Company small works dance concert is set within the small and seemingly insignificant moments that have large impacts—our relationships to others, the world, and importantly ourselves. We explore intimacy as a conduit for bigger conversations around feeling small, lost, and detached. This proximity paves way for audiences to experience the beauty of dance, the breath and power of the movement, and to experience the feelings in each piece. How do we stand tall again? How might we bring each other up? 

- November 15, 2024 @ 8:00 PM

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· Suitable Miss ($?$)

- Location: Vulture, Colorado Springs, CO

- Description: Don't miss Suitable Miss happening at Vultures, Colorado Springs, CO, United States. A great evening with good music and a laid-back atmosphere awaits you. Invite your friends for a night out!

- November 15, 2024 @ 8:00-10 PM

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· Mayor Grey & Krew ($?$)

- Location: 118 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO

Description: Krew, Mayor Grey, The Pretty Shabbies

- November 15, 2024 @ 8:00 PM

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Comedy

· Mike Hammock Live! (From $12)

- Location: 118 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO

- Description: If you’re looking for “the line” in Comedy, Mike Hammock has you covered. This Denver comic has spent the last 10 years headlining around the country.
Winner of the Comedy Works New Faces Contest he’s performed at Jokechella, HighPlains Comedy Festival, Fountain City Comedy Festival, SnoJam and more. He also just released his debut album, filmed, and recorded at Comedy Works!

 - November 15, 2024 @ 7:30 and 9:45 PM

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