Manitou Roundabout

05/06/2023

Happy Saturday, everyone! We have appreciated your support through this page more than we can say. Now that we've gotten the rights to the Pikes Peak Bulletin name, we'll focus our social media presence on that page. So if you haven't yet, please like Pikes Peak Bulletin newspaper and watch for updates there!

05/04/2023

Community Calendar

Friday, May 5
5-8 p.m. “You’re My Cuppa Tea” Opening Reception
Commonwheel Artists Co-op, 102 Cañon Ave., presents the work of artists Nicole Copel, Paul Rogers, Maggie Quinn, Deb Hager, Patti Paiz-Jones, Joy Morauski, Kathy Sullivan and Jean Cuchiaro. Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily; runs through May 29. Information: www.commonwheel.com/mycuppa.html
5-8 p.m. “Art for Every Day” Opening Reception
The Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave., presents “bright things in a dark world” by Luka Carter. Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays; runs through May 26. Information: https://www.manitouartcenter.org/
5-8 p.m. School District 14 World Language and Culture Night
An evening of culture celebrating Architecture from Around the World at Manitou Springs High School, 401 El Monte Place. Student projects, presentations, performances and a student art gallery. The evening will include music, food trucks, dance performances and special guests from colleges and organizations. Proceeds benefit Pulsera Project. Information: www.MSSD14.org

Saturday, May 6
9-10 a.m. Yoga in the Garden
Class accessible for beginners to experienced yogis each Saturday. Meet at Chuck Wagon Pavilion in Garden of the Gods. For directions, information and to register go to gardenofgods.com/events/calendar and click on the date. $10 per person.

Monday, May 8
3-4 p.m. Reading Rocks
Young explorers ages 2-6 years old and accompanied by an adult are invited to join a new book reading each week with an education specialist and then make a hands-on craft in the Red Rocks Room of the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1806 N. 30th St. Space is limited, so registration for the kids is required. For information and to register, call 634-6666 or email [email protected].

Thursday, May 11
6-8 p.m. Ruxton Corridor Infrastructure Improvement Project Informational Q&A Session
City staff will provide a presentation about progress made on this project and then host a question-and-answer session at City Hall, 606 Manitou Ave. This meeting will share project information but is not for feedback on the design or construction. Meetings on those topics will take place later. Project information: bit.ly/RuxtonProject

Saturday, May 13
8 a.m.-2 p.m. Dumpster Drop Off
The city of Manitou Springs will provide two 40-yard dumpsters to help the community dispose of standard materials after spring cleaning. Items can be brought to the Public Works Facility, 101 Banks Place. Items that will not be accepted include: automotive waste, electronic waste, paint, batteries, fuel or oil, refrigerators, tires, construction debris, uncontained needles or sod. Information: [email protected].
Noon-10 p.m. ManiPalooza & Silent Disco!
Manipalooza is a family-friendly free daytime event that leads into the Silent Disco party at Soda Springs Park, 1016 Manitou Ave. Enjoy games, face painting, a costume contest, dunk tank, live music, food trucks, vendors and more! Tickets required for the Silent Disco party, beginning at 7 p.m., are available at www.manitousprings.org/manipalooza
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Blue Hands Festival
For the third year at the Manitou Art Center’s courtyard, between 513 and 515 Manitou Ave., come join in the fun and dye in indigo vats. $10 for adults; kids are free. Information: https://ppld.librarymarket.com/courtyard-blue-hands-festival-10

Sunday, May 14
9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. seatings Mothers’ Day Brunch at the Historic Craftwood Inn
Fundraiser to support exterior repairs at the Manitou Springs Heritage Center. Reservations are required for either seating. Discounts for children younger than 11 and museum members. 404 El Paso Blvd. Link to tickets and more information at https://manitouspringsheritagecenter.org/

Tuesday, May 16
Noon-1 p.m. Free Groceries Distribution
Care and Share and the city of Manitou Springs host monthly, free grocery distributions at the city’s Pool and Fitness Center, 202 Manitou Ave.

Thursday, May 18
6 p.m. Pikes Peak Bulletin Community Meeting
Update on the progress with re-launching the local newspaper for Manitou Springs, OCC and Lower Ute Pass. Meeting at the Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave. For more information, call (719) 310-9439 or email [email protected]. Check https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakBulletinNewspaper for additional details as they are announced.

05/04/2023

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05/03/2023

Simply irresistible!
HAPPY CATS HAVEN happycatshaven.org
Hello, we’re Cloudia and Sunshine, two adorable little ladies who were found trying to survive outside. We’re much happier indoors, and we’re looking for a loving home together! Cloudia is the grey tabby who looks like a thundercloud.
She’s really a gentle little kitty who appreciates soft voices and gentle footsteps. I’m the calico, Sunshine, who prefers to light up the room from afar until I get to know you. Then like Cloudia, I’ll be ready to play!
We’ll do best in a home without dogs or kids, but we love other friendly cats and would be excited to meet them! We’re about a year and a half old and can be adopted together for $135, which includes our spays, vaccinations, microchips, food and litter starter kits, and a free well-kitty checkup to help you get started.

05/01/2023

Manitou Springs Police weekly report
For emergencies, call 911; non-emergency, call 719-390-5555.

April 24
Manitou Springs Police officers were asked to check the welfare of someone in the 300 block of Manitou Avenue. When they arrived, they encountered a man with multiple local misdemeanor warrants. He was arrested and transported to the El Paso County Criminal Justice Center.
April 25
Officers responded to a theft in the 100 block of Piñon Lane. An unknown suspect entered a shed and stole a bicycle.
MSPD stopped a vehicle in the 3100 block of West Colorado Avenue. The vehicle was found to be displaying fictitious registration and the driver was issued a summons.
April 26
In the 00 block of Manitou Avenue, officers located a man with a local misdemeanor warrant and arrested him; he was transported to CJC.
Officers attempted to stop a black Audi sedan near Manitou Avenue and U.S. Highway 24. The driver fled, heading west. The Woodland Park Police Department pursued the vehicle and Manitou officers saw the vehicle again, but the vehicle fled again. The driver’s identity is being investigated.
April 27
A hit-and-run accident with vehicle damage occurred in the 00 block of Manitou Avenue. The MSPD is investigating.
Officers responded to a report of a cold assault in the 800 block of Manitou Avenue. After interviewing the victim, MSPD located the suspect and charged him with harassment, a misdemeanor.
A domestic violence in progress was reported in the 300 block of Manitou Avenue. Officers investigated on scene and took custody of a woman on charges of harassment.
April 28
MSPD observed a vehicle almost hit another vehicle near Highway 24 and 31st Street, and stopped the vehicle. The driver was cited for reckless driving and being under the influence of alcohol.
Officers responded to a suspicious incident in the 900 block of Manitou Avenue, where several people had reported seeing a trail of blood. At this time, MSPD doesn’t have enough information to determine what happened, but surveillance camera footage is being sought.
MSPD stopped a speeding vehicle in the 100 block of Manitou Avenue. Officers found probable cause to arrest a 23-year-old man from Long Beach, Calif., for driving under the influence of drugs.
April 29
Officers attempted to stop a vehicle not displaying license plates near 31st Street and Highway 24. The driver failed to yield and nearly caused the police car to rear-end the other vehicle. MSPD terminated the pursuit.
A non-injury traffic accident occurred in the 900 block of Manitou Avenue. Although the vehicles were only slightly damaged, one driver didn’t have vehicle insurance.
Manitou officers were dispatched to the 3000 block of West Colorado Avenue to assist El Paso County with a possible disturbance. After an investigation, a 63-year-old Colorado Springs man was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
A stolen vehicle was located in a motel parking lot in the 00 block of Manitou Avenue. The vehicle was towed and officers are attempting to contact the owner.
April 30
While responding to a disturbance in the 200 block of Manitou Avenue, MSPD contacted a woman with an out-of-county misdemeanor warrant. She was taken into custody and booked into CJC. While there, officers found she was attempting to conceal illicit narcotics on her person. She was charged with introduction of contraband and possession.

04/27/2023

04/27/2023

Starting at 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 3, at the Manitou Springs Pool & Fitness Center, 202 Manitou Ave., a parade of cyclists will gather before making their way west on Manitou Avenue during National Bike to School Day.
The group of staffers, parents and students will meet in the Schryver Park parking lot, then embark by 9:15 a.m., pedaling their way to Manitou Springs Elementary School. Students will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian and must wear helmets.
If you have a bike and would like to join the event, please plan on meeting Jessi Larsen at the parking lot.
Janie Anderson, the district’s safety and security director, traffic flaggers and the Manitou Springs Police Department will es**rt the group.
Parents can plan on taking bikes home after the ride or leave them in a designated roped-off area in the play park for after-school pick up.

04/27/2023

This appeared in the April 26, 1948, issue of the Gazette.
“People of Manitou are thinking of changing the name of Deer Path to Stork Path if the birth rate of this street keeps up. Seven babies were born in one block in 15 months, all girls. Parents and daughter are: Mr. and Mrs. Max Wells – Carol Ann; Mr. and Mrs. Marvin McComb – Judy Ann; Mr. and Mrs. Dan Cameron – Dea Ellen; Mr. and Mrs. William Worth – Kathleen; Mr. and Mrs. Coulter Rose – Maylene; Mr. and Mrs. Carl Decker – Patty Ann; and Mr. and Mrs. Tony Farmer – unnamed.”
And yes, those were the days that married women’s first names were rarely published. Boo!

04/27/2023

This is always a tres cool event!

04/27/2023

And HUGE thanks to the Manitou Springs Women's Club for directing some of the funds raised to help support the Bulletin!