Arts + Culture

Handcrafted Items from Various Artisans

Meraki Springs: Art, Jewelry, Classes & So Much More Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Meraki Springs & Cara Bukacek Meraki (may-rah-kee): To do something with soul, creativity or love; to put something of yourself in your work. Developing a Passion Megan Morris became interested in making jewelry more than 20 years ago, after her daughter was born. She took a few classes and loved the process. Morris’s husband, Mike, was in the military and they moved around a lot. Morris began...

Food + Beverage

Whiskey as Art

Distillery 291: At the Corner of Photography and Spirits Article by Rochelle Reeder | Photography by Distillery 291 Alfred Stieglitz was a pioneer in his field. Not only was he instrumental in photography being accepted as a legitimate art form, alongside painting and sculpture, he started what became an internationally famous art gallery located in Manhattan at 291 Fifth Avenue. More commonly known as 291, it became famous for exhibiting those at the forefront of modern art at the time...

Education

A Glimpse Back in Time

Rock Ledge Ranch: Celebrating 150 Years of Colorado Springs History Article by Ashley Hamershock | Photography by Rock Ledge Ranch A trip to Rock Ledge Ranch at Garden of the Gods Park is a step into the past. “Rock Ledge Ranch is a timeline of people who lived right here on the Ranch,” says Melissa Keown, lead historical interpreter and caretaker. The ranch honors its American Indian history alongside that of the settlers who later began living on the 160-acre plot of land situated between...

Arts + Culture

Functional Artwork

Pine Knot Wood Design: Creating Artisan Home Décor + Custom Pieces Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Pine Knot Wood Design What do you do when you buy your first home and need some furniture? Most us head to our local furniture store—but not Hunter Ortuno. He decided to take advantage of his new garage space to design and build his own furnishings. “We needed a dining table and I decided that it would be my first project for my new home,” Ortuno says. “It wasn’t my best work because I...

Food + Beverage

From Fairplay to Colorado Springs

South Park Brewing: Brewery, Distillery and Great Pub Food Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by South Park Brewing Fun Fact: The South Park Region of Colorado is a grassland flat surrounding the headwaters of the Platte River. The largest town in the South Park region is Fairplay, Colorado. This historic mining town was once referred to as South Park City before being changed back to Fairplay in 1874. Nearly 125 years later, an animated series called South Park put this quirky mountain...

Fitness

Tee Up

Swing Into Colorado Springs’ Best Places for Indoor Golf  Article by Jacey Blue Renner  | Photography by Tribe Golf, Top Golf, X-Golf and Ritual Photography Rory McIlroy waited 11 years to win at Augusta and don his own green jacket. Good news for locals: you can hone your swing and drive, rain or shine in Colorado Springs. Just in time for Father’s Day, and all those sweet summertime lazy days, these well-rounded (and outstanding) options are a perfect fit for fine-tuning your golf game...

Sports + Recreation

Far Above Par

The Broadmoor Hosts Third U.S. Senior Open... A Bit of History Article by Rochelle Reeder | Photography by The Broadmoor Resort, USGA, USGA Museum & Library Spencer Penrose was an early titan of Colorado Springs history. He was a businessman with an entrepreneurial spirit, and after graduating from Harvard, he moved out west to seek his own fortune. After unsuccessfully trying his hand at produce farming, cattle ranching, real estate, retail and silver mining, a childhood friend, Charles L...

Life + Culture

All That Jazz

Dizzy Charlie’s: Bringing Big Band to All Corners of Colorado Springs Article by Ashley Hamershock | Photography by Sara Vaas Love live music? Dizzy Charlie's is bringing pop-up jazz and other great tunes to venues all around Colorado Springs. At the moment, locals can typically see a Dizzy Charlie's act at Bar 33 on Wednesdays, Mining Exchange on Thursdays and Summa on Saturdays (sometimes Fridays), as well as special events on other evenings. Below is a Q&A with Dizzy Charlie's founder Sara...

Life + Culture

Market Season is Here!

A Sampling of Local Farmers Markets in the Pikes Peak Area Article by Cara Bukacek Did you know that Pikes Peak area is home to over a dozen farmers markets? If you live in or around Colorado Springs, you won’t have to travel far to find fresh Colorado produce, artisan made goods and products, and local culinary creations. In fact, if you love a good farmers market, you can find one to visit every day of the week! Enjoy this curated sampling of five local farmers markets that encompass...

Food + Beverage

Hand-Rolled Bagels

The Springs Bagel Company: Quality Bagels and House-Made Cream Cheese with a Colorado Twist Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by The Springs Bagel Company Why would someone with no culinary background decide to open a bagel company? Austin Johnson used to work at a nonprofit that helped entrepreneurs start their own businesses. This work inspired him to start a business of his own. Serendipitously, Johnson had a friend who mentioned that there was need for a wholesale bagel company in the...