Colorado Springs Fireworks – Happy Independence Day

While Fireworks in the City of Colorado Springs are not permitted – there are plenty of other option surrounding town.

The Air Force Academy will have the Colorado Springs Philharmonics play prior to a 9:30 pm fireworks show – which is open to the public! Just be aware – random vehicle checks will happen, coolers, alcohol, grills, personal fireworks and dogs (other than service dogs) are NOT allowed. The Academy is asking people to please use the north gate – exit 156B on I-25.

Manitou Springs will also start their fireworks at (around) 9:30 pm. It will follow the annual “Buffalo Bar-B-Q” which will be held from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm at the Soda Springs Park.

Woodland Park celebrate an “Old Fashioned Fourth Of July” from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm at Memorial Park. (Fishing Contest, food, Vendors) Fireworks will be launched at the Woodland Park High School at dusk.

Monument’s fireworks will start at 9:15 pm at the Palmer Lake Fireworks Extravaganza following activities at Palmer Lake which start at 11:00 am Sunday.

Cripple Creeks fireworks are scheduled to start at 9:30 pm at City park, choreographed to patriotic music and visible anywhere in town. (Great spot to view them is the overlook near the Molly Kathleen Mine…)

Happy Independence Day!

Free Museum Admissions for Military Personnel and Families

A partnership between Blue Star Families, the National Endowment for the Arts and more than 700 museums in 50 States led to offers for free admissions for Military members and their families. This will last from May 31st (Memorial Day) through September 6th, 2010. (Labor Day). Check it out – take advantage of it!

For info on participating museums, check out this Site!

Hope you’re able to go to as many museums as possible – it’s a great deal. Be sure to bring your ID. Just be aware than some museums will have special shows – which are not included in the free admission.

Ft. Carson Sky Sox Military Appreciation Game

May 14, 2010 starting at 5:00 pm (doors open) – Game starts at 6:00 pm

Sky Sox versus Albuquerque Isotopes

The Mounted Color Guard will open the ceremonies, the first pitch will be thrown by a Ft. Carson soldier and the National Anthem will be sung by a Ft. Carson youth.

The 20th annual Military Appreciation Game – brought to you by MWR. 10,000 free vouchers (with Military ID) will be available at the ITR Office (Building 2429, Specker Street). The vouchers then must be exchanged for tickets, either in advance or on game day at the Sky Sox Stadium.

For additional Information, please call (719)526-1867/5366

Jobs for Veterans

Ready to separate from the Military? Concerned about the economy, jobs, etc? Take a look at the job board at Military.com – it calls itself the largest Veteran Job Board in the World. Maybe there is something on there that is of interest to you?

Or check out the Calendar of ongoing Career Fairs – maybe something in your area? For yourself, spouse, dependents?

If you haven’t checked out the resources available online – via Military.com, the Transition Center, Resume Writing classes, transition plans, career information, job hunting tips and more – give it a try. (Let me know what you think?)

Discounts for the Military in Colorado Springs

Are you a Military ID Card holder? (Active or Dependent?)

DSW shoes will give you a discount on each purchase, if you show your ID prior to making a payment.

In addition – if you sign up for their Member ship program – you will receive additional discounts ($10 for points accumulated) that you can spend any way you please. Thought I’d share this – as shoes for the family can add up…(and they do have shoes for anyone in the family – small to big!)