CALENDAR

June 2-4

The Springs Classic

Play pickleball at Monument Valley Park! Dozens of players are already registered for this round robin tournament with women’s and men’s singles and doubles, as well as mixed doubles.

8 a.m. | 170 W. Cache La Poudre St. | $70 | pickleballbrackets.com

June 2-4

Fiddler on the Roof Jr.

It’s “Tradition”! Tevye tries to instill his daughters with values amid changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia in this production by Christian Youth Theater in five performances at Liberty High School.

2:30 & 6 p.m. | 8720 Scarborough Drive | $16 | cytcoloradosprings.org

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June 3

Kids Fishing Derby

Get them hooked and reel them in! Introduce a grandchild aged 4-14 to the fun that is fishing. This supportive group setting at Palmer Lake is hosted by the Tri-Lakes Lions Club.

8-11 a.m. | 199 County Line Road, Palmer Lake | Free | trilakeslionsclub.org | 800-555-5555

June 3

Antique Clock & Watch Show

Join local vintage watch and clock collectors for a morning of buying, selling and trading at Mesa Hills Bible Church. Bring your family heirloom timepiece to learn more about it from the experts.

8 a.m.-1 p.m. | 615 W. Uintah St. | $2 | daleskattum@gmail.com |

719-649-9726

June 3

Manitou Springs Colorado Wine Festival

Wines and meads and glögg, oh my! Taste samples from the state’s best winemakers and enjoy live music, vendors, a free glass and six-bottle tote and a bevy of delicious pairings in Manitou Springs’ Memorial Park.

12-5 p.m. | 502 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs | $45 | manitousprings. org | 719-685-5089

June 3

Colorado Book Award Finalists Reading Series

Interact with these finalists in science fiction/fantasy/thrillers by listening to them read, asking questions and purchasing their books at the Rockrimmon Library.

4 p.m. | 832 Village Center Drive | Free | ppld.org | 719-531-6333

June 3

Still the Same

Still love that old-time rock and roll? Then don’t miss this Bob Seger tribute! A Colorado band led by Glenn Vigil as Seeger performs his timeless roots-rock hits.

7 p.m. | 10 S. Parkside Drive | $20 | stargazerstheatre.com | 719-476-2200

June 3, 6, 10, 17, 24

Writing Workshops

Sharpen your writing skills with author Marta Lane in six stand-alone workshops (four in-person) at various PPLD locations. Zoom presentations are at 11 a.m.-12 p.m. on June 3 and 4-5 p.m. on June 6. Please register online.

Various locations | 2:45-3:45 | Free | trustyourwords.com

June 4

“Into the West” Concert Ring in a family-friendly night of thrilling music in various genres in this exciting show at First Baptist Church! Forté Handbell Quartet pushes the boundaries of handbell ringing with mesmerizing results.

4-5:30 p.m. | 317 E. Kiowa St. | Free | fortehandbells.org | 719-244-2204

June 5

Free Law Clinic

Speak with an attorney at no cost over Zoom at the Fountain Library. Registration is required.

3:30-5 p.m. | 230 S. Main St., Fountain | Free | ppld.org | 719-531-6333

June 5-11

Under the Sea Week

Grab the grands for an under-thesea-type adventure, with plenty of water games and sea-themed crafts at the KOA Holiday campground in honor of World Ocean Day! Call for check-in times | Variable pricing | 8100 Bandley Drive, Fountain | koa.com | 719-382-7575

June 5 & 17

Genealogy Basics (Virtual) Learn strategies, including getting started, organizing research and selecting and searching for records. Registration is required.

10 a.m. Monday & 2 p.m. Saturday | Free | ppld.org | 719-531-6333

June 5, 12, 19 & 26

Sunrise Ride with a Ranger

Start your morning on two wheels, learning about Colorado Springs from a park ranger. Go mountain biking through a different open space every Monday. All rides are beginner friendly, 5-10 miles long and last around two hours.

8-10 a.m. | Varied locations | Free | activekids.com | josh.joyner@colo radosprings.gov

June 6

Low-Carb Cooking for Metabolic Syndrome

Learn how to use vegetables and other healthy ingredients for refined starchy carbs at The Arc. Metabolic syndrome increases your risk of heart disease and other conditions. These heart-healthy substitutes can help 4-6 p.m. | 12 N. Meade Ave. | $25 | uchealth.org | 719-365-8061

June 7

Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band

Hear a rock legend at the Pikes Peak Center! Music icon Starr was a Beatle, was knighted, was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame twice—and he’s still rockin’ with his All Starr Band!

7:30-10:30 p.m. | 190 S. Cascade Ave. | $69-$267 | pikespeakcenter. com | 719-477-2100

June 8 & 9

Taylor Tomlinson

You’ll laugh in recognition or surprise at funnywoman and TV veteran Tomlinson! She brings her cynical, smart humor to the Pikes Peak Center in her Have It All tour.

7 p.m. Thursday, 7 & 9:30 p.m. Friday | 190 S. Cascade Ave. | $30-$60 | pikespeakcenter.com | 719-477-21

June 8, 15, 22 & 29

Sack Lunch Serenades

Bask in the rich sounds of theater organ music for a glorious hour at the City Auditorium. Bring a sack lunch and a friend! The historic 1927 Wurlitzer theater organ is in good condition and ready to be played!

12-1 p.m. | 221 E. Kiowa St. | Free | ppatos.com | 719-418-6806

June 9

Forever Man

Save your seat at Stargazers to celebrate legendary guitarist/singer/ songwriter Eric Clapton’s five-decade career. Jerry Skaw becomes Clapton for a couple sublime hours!

7 p.m. | 10 S. Parkside Drive | $20 | stargazerstheatre.com | 719-476-2200

Pikes

Follow your love of all things shiny to the Norris-Penrose Event Center. Nearly 60 vendors offer gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, sculptures, meteorites and more! Enjoy demonstrations, gold panning, door prizes, auctions and kids’ activities.

12-7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday,10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday | 1045 Lower Gold Camp Road | $5 | pikespeakgemshow.com | 719-635-1101

June 10

Blue Moon Lawrence!

Listen to live folk, ballads and pop songs from guitarist and trombonist Lawrence Yoshito Shiroma at Mission Coffee Roasters at 11641 Ridgeline Dr. #170 from 9-10:30 a.m. and Third Space Coffee at 5670 N. Academy Blvd. from 3-4:30 p.m. Free | missioncoffeeroasters.com | 888-673-4069 & thirdspacecoffee. com | 719-465-1657

June 10

Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium

Hear local history at the 20th annual symposium, held at the East Library. Presenters are chosen from proposals submitted by academics, researchers, and the general public. This year’s theme is art, artists and entertainers. Registration is required.

9:30 a.m. | 5550 N. Union Blvd. | Free | ppld.org | 719-531-6333

June 10

Unique & Differing Needs Camp

Is there a child in your life ages 7 -11 with autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorder, a developmental disability/delay or medical fragility? They’ll learn about animals at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. One caregiver may attend at no charge.

10 a.m.-2 p.m. | 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road | $41 | cmzoo. org | 719-633-9925

June 10

Scrap Exchange with Who Gives a Scrap

Swap your unwanted craft materials for new-to-you supplies at Library 21c.

1 p.m. | 1175 Chapel Hills Blvd. | Free | ppld.org | 719-531-6333

Expand your expectations of barbershop music at the America the Beautiful Chorus spring concert at Sunrise Church. This men’s group might harmonize an oldie or a pop hit. Find AmericaTheBeautifulChorus on Facebook.

2 & 7 p.m. | 2655 Briargate Blvd. | $15-$20 | atbchorus.com | 719-357-7667 fresco as you enjoy the tight harmonies and instrumentals of bluegrass bands in the backyard of Beth-El Mennonite Church.

6-8 p.m. | 4625 Ranch Drive | Donations | bethelmennonite.org | 719-636-2716

June 10

Colorado Floyd

“Hey You,” don’t just “Wish You Were Here”—make it happen and head to Stargazers for this Pink Floyd tribute! Come hear your favorite hits of the famed British rockers performed in their trademark style.

7 p.m. | 10 S. Parkside Drive | $18 | stargazerstheatre.com | 719-476-2200

June 11

John Crist

Catch fast-rising stand-up comedian Crist at the Pikes Peak Center! He has one billion video views, soldout shows from coast to coast, best-selling book “Delete That” and a podcast, “Net Positive.”

June 10

Mustang Way Trail

Volunteering

Volunteer to boost your community by helping build this high-quality, sustainable hiking/biking/nature trail connecting Manitou Springs High School to the Intemann Trail and the Pikes Peak trail network.

2-8:30 p.m. | 401 El Monte Place, Manitou Springs | Free | manitou cats.com | 719-321-5354

June 10

Bluegrass & BBQ

Dine on a grilled chicken dinner al

7-9 p.m. | 190 S. Cascade Ave. | $35$56 | pikespeakcenter.com | 719-477-2100

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June 12-18

Father’s Day Week

Dads, be the king of the KOA when you camp for Father’s Day! Kids can make Dad a special gift, and all dads eat free pancakes on Sunday morning.

Call for check-in times | Variable pricing | 8100 Bandley Drive, Fountain | koa.com | 719-382-7575

June 13

Vegan Paleo Salad Dressings & Dips

Dress your veggies with recipes taught at this class at Library 21c and maintain a balanced intake of fats to support optimal health. Registration is required.

2 p.m. | 1175 Chapel Hills Blvd. | Free | ppld.org | 719-531-6333

June 16

Skyway Artisan Market

Celebrate creativity with an open-air market at Skyway Plaza where local artisans offer their handmade arts and crafts, with food trucks too.

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Check how well your vehicle fits you with this program’s 12-point checklist of your steering wheel, headrests, seat belts and more. An occupational therapist will help you drive safer longer. When you register, you’ll be assigned a one-on-one, 40-minute appointment.

12:30-3:30 p.m. | 2420 E. Pikes Peak Ave. | Free | uchealth.org | 719-365