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This delicious candy cane cocktail, perfect for the holiday season, is courtesy of Charles Corpion from The Ritz.

1 CANDY CANE, CRUSHED, FOR GARNISH 2 OUNCES STRAWBERRY VODKA 4 DASHES WHITE CREME DE MENTHE 2 1/2 OUNCES CRANBERRY JUICE ICE CUBES Place crushed candy canes on a small plate or saucer. Wet the outside rim of a chilled martini glass with water.

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Festivities I t’s a party all holiday season in the Pikes Peak region! Check out our events calendar full of holiday happenings. Enjoy all the culture our arts community has to offer.

Treat family and out-of-town guests to Colorado’s seasonal sights. Plan the right worship service for you and your loved ones with our Spitual Guide.

the Pikes Peak Center in December.

on December 22. With 130 performers

Christmas at Glen Eyrie

at pikespeakcenter.com.

MADRIGAL BANQUET

Set in the grandeur of The Castle, this Renaissance-style banquet is sure to be extraordinary with our engaging performances and a thoughtfully designed four-course meal.

10 Performances: December 4–22 gleneyrie.org/madrigal

ACOUSTIC EIDOLON

Be filled with joy as you engage with the rich and diverse music of Acoustic Eidolon, influenced by their love of Celtic, Folk, and World Music!

4 Concerts: December 6 & 27 gleneyrie.org/eidolon

LESSONS & CAROLS

Journey back in time with Baroque and Renaissance-inspired music by the gifted performers from Parish House Baroque!

4 Concerts: December 13 & 20 gleneyrie.org/carols

YULE TEA

Come enjoy a sensational menu, meaningful conversation, and create memories that will last a lifetime!

Daily from November 28–December 29 gleneyrie.org/yuletea

NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA

The most awe-inspiring way to start your New Year! The New Year’s Eve Gala boasts a 4-course meal, wholesome entertainment, live music, and dancing!

OVERNIGHT STAYS AVAILABLE! Combine any of our Christmas events with an overnight stay at Glen Eyrie!

December 31 gleneyrie.org/gala

GLENEYRIE.ORG/CHRISTMAS 719-265-7050

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Presenting Sponsor

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More on Downtown! See pages 9-12

Calendar HOLIDAY EVENTS

MUSIC

MICHAEL MARTIN MURPHEY’S COWBOY CHRISTMAS 8 p.m. on November 27 at Stargazers Theatre and Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, $37–$75. Info: 476-2200, stargazerstheatre.com.

PIKES PEAK BLUES COMMUNITY HOLIDAY BLUES JAM 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 2 at Stargazers Theatre and Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, $5. Info: 476-2200, stargazerstheatre.com.

THE OAK RIDGE BOYS – A CHRISTMAS SHOW 7 p.m. on Dec. 2 at Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., $35–$45. Info: 5207469, pikespeakcenter.com.

CANYON WINDS HOLIDAY CONCERT 2 p.m. on Dec. 5 at Coronado High School Auditorium, 1590 W. Fillmore St., free. Info: Doug Downey, 271-8666, canyonwindsband.org.

Join us for the Annual Classic

Christmas Show at The Broadmoor F E AT U R I N G

Special Guest Star Melissa Manchester and a Traditional Christmas Dinner

EVENING SHOWS Doors open at 6:00pm • Dinner served at 7:00pm Show begins at 8:00pm

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20 CHRISTMAS EVE • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27

MATINÉE SHOW

Doors open at 11:00am • Lunch served at 12:00pm Show begins at 1:00pm

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20

Adults $85 • Children $55 (10yrs old and under) TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Please call Dining Reservations at (719) 577-5733

Holiday Shopping at

the BROADMOOR This holiday season, find the perfect gift for everyone on your list at The Shops and Galleries at The Broadmoor.

From classic to unique, The Broadmoor offers a wide variety of specialty items— locally—right here in Colorado Springs.

The extra time you save can then be spent on you. Enjoy Sunday brunch at the Lake Terrace Dining Room, or maybe even a massage or a pedicure at The Spa? Let The Broadmoor prove that holiday shopping can be enjoyable.

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“DECK THE HALL” – COLORADO SPRINGS CHORALE 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 11 at Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., $20–$50. Info: 5207469, pikespeakcenter.com.

TRACE BUNDY – ACOUSTIC HOLIDAY SHOW 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 11 at Stargazers Theatre and Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, $19–$24. Info: 476-2200, stargazerstheatre.com.

FLYING W WRANGLERS HOLIDAY SHOW 8 p.m. on Dec. 18 at Stargazers Theatre and Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, $15. Info: 476-2200, stargazerstheatre.com.

“CHRISTMAS SYMPHONY” – Colorado Springs Philharmonic 2:30 p.m. on Dec. 20 at Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., $21–$71.

Info: csphilharmonic.org.

VISUAL ARTS

HOLIDAY MINIATURE SHOW November 26–January 4, with opening reception with artists, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Dec. 5 at Broadmoor Galleries, The Broadmoor, 1 Lake Circle. Info: broadmoorgalleries.com.

Featuring miniature paintings and bronzes in a variety of subjects.

SHOPPING

HOLIDAY STROLL 5-8 p.m. on Dec. 9. Info: downtowncs.com.

Stores are open late with caroling and more.

STAGE

“A CHRISTMAS CAROL” 2:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 7 p.m. on Fridays, through Dec.

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Dec 10–Jan 3 Day camps | Dec 12, 19, 26, Jan 2

Delight your youngsters in a magical holiday experience they won’t soon forget.

A fun, educational experience complete with a tour of the theatre, a dance class, and more! (ages 6–13)

enjoy Pre-theatre Dining at Taste

Expand your theatre experience with a menu themed to the production and crafted by Garden of the Gods Gourmet.

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Presenting a treasure trove of one-of-a-kind, quality artistic gifts, jewelry, and fine art with an emphasis on Colorado talents and Museum Shop Exclusives.

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