BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Barrette Graphics - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Barrette Graphics X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://barrettegraphics.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Barrette Graphics REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251102T020000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251102T020100 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20251022T214924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163207Z UID:1922-1762048800-1762048860@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:End Daylight Savings Time DESCRIPTION:As the days grow shorter and autumn moves toward winter\, it’s almost time to turn our clocks back. Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday\, November 2\, at 2:00 a.m.\, when we “fall back” one hour. This change means lighter mornings\, darker evenings\, and—at least for that first day—a welcome extra hour of sleep. \nDaylight Saving Time (DST) was first widely adopted during World War I as a way to conserve fuel and energy. The idea was that shifting an hour of daylight into the evening reduced the need for artificial lighting. The U.S. has adjusted the dates and rules over the years\, but the practice of changing our clocks twice a year remains. \nWhile some states are considering eliminating the time change altogether\, for now it’s still part of our seasonal rhythm. As you reset your clocks\, it’s also a great reminder to check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home and replace batteries if needed. \nEnjoy the extra hour of rest\, take advantage of the brighter mornings\, and prepare for cozy evenings that arrive a little sooner each day. URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/end-daylight-savings-time/ LOCATION:CO END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251108T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251108T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20251022T214519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163207Z UID:1916-1762588800-1762621200@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:Georgetown Bighorn Sheep Festival DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, November 8\, Georgetown\, Colorado\, comes alive with bighorn sheep and celebration. Georgetown is the proud home of one of the oldest and largest bighorn herds in the entire state\, and their pride is especially contagious in the fall. \nAll eyes anticipate viewing these beautiful mountain beasts at the Bighorn Sheep Festival. Join the crowds in Georgetown on November 8 as visitors and locals alike enjoy wildlife programs\, children’s activities\, hikes\, music\, crafts\, and more. URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/georgetown-bighorn-sheep-festival/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoor END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251108T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20251022T214016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163207Z UID:1909-1762596000-1762621200@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:Colorado Springs Women’s Expo DESCRIPTION:The 20th Annual Colorado Springs Women’s Expo With A Cause is the largest two-day event for women in Colorado Springs and will bring women together to sample & shop their way through 170 booths and enjoy special events on 2 Stages! \nConnect with inspiring guests.  Enjoy celebrity performances.  Watch runway fashion shows.  Shop fashion boutiques.  Indulge in a beauty makeover.  Get inspired by home pavilion experts.  Watch chef demonstrations.  Indulge in tasty treats in the food pavilion & more!  Bring your girlfriends\, your mom\, your daughter and share the fun. \nSaturday November 8\, 2025 – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nSunday November 9\, 2025 – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. \nTickets: $7 general admission in person\, children 8 and under free. Parking is Free. \n  \nMore Information about the Expo: \nhttps://www.womenslivingexpo.com/colorado-springs-expo/ URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/colorado-springs-womens-expo/ LOCATION:CO END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251108T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251108T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20250926T170057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163207Z UID:1884-1762599600-1762603200@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:All Pikes Peak Reads: Author Meg Long DESCRIPTION:Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) has announced their 2025 selections for All Pikes Peak Reads\, its annual community reading program. This year\, the Library District has returned to choosing one book for each age group as it has done in the past. The four selections include: \nFuzz by Mary Roach (adult) \nCold the Night\, Fast the Wolves by Meg Long (teen) \nLittle Monarchs by Jonathan Case (juvenile) \nButterflies Are Pretty…Gross! By Rosemary Mosco (juvenile) \n  \nAll Pikes Peak Reads provides residents with a unique opportunity to feel connected with their community by reading the same book together. The annual program focuses on celebrating literature\, improving community connections\, and fostering dialogue across social\, cultural\, and generational lines. Each year\, PPLD selects titles that focus on timely topics and plans a variety of community-wide programs and activities to pair with the book. This year’s titles all relate to nature\, whether it is exploring the surprising world of butterflies\, surviving in the winter wilderness\, learning about monarch butterfly migration\, or reading about human-wildlife interactions. \nYou may also join Pikes Peak Library District as they welcome this year’s authors to discuss their books during in-person or virtual author visits. Visits will be followed by an audience Q&A. At in-person visits\, the author will be available for book signing following the Q&A\, and books will be available for purchase during the event from Poor Richard’s Books & Gifts. \nRegistration is suggested for the in-person events but not required. When you register for one of the virtual events\, you will receive an email with the link to access the event.  Visit https://ppld.org/appr to register for these discussions: \n  \nAll Pikes Peak Reads Presents: Author Rosemary Mosco: Wed.\, Oct. 1 at 10 a.m.\, Online \nAll Pikes Peak Reads Presents: Author Mary Roach: Sat.\, Oct. 11 at 11 a.m.\, Online \nAll Pikes Peak Reads Presents: Author Meg Long: Sat.\, Nov. 8 at 11 a.m.\, East Library \nAll Pikes Peak Reads Presents: Author and cartoonist Jonathan Case: Sat.\, Nov. 15 at 11 a.m.\, Library 21c URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/all-pikes-peak-reads-3/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Community Events,Education,Family Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251109T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251109T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20251022T214016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163207Z UID:1914-1762686000-1762704000@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:Colorado Springs Women’s Expo DESCRIPTION:The 20th Annual Colorado Springs Women’s Expo With A Cause is the largest two-day event for women in Colorado Springs and will bring women together to sample & shop their way through 170 booths and enjoy special events on 2 Stages! \nConnect with inspiring guests.  Enjoy celebrity performances.  Watch runway fashion shows.  Shop fashion boutiques.  Indulge in a beauty makeover.  Get inspired by home pavilion experts.  Watch chef demonstrations.  Indulge in tasty treats in the food pavilion & more!  Bring your girlfriends\, your mom\, your daughter and share the fun. \nSaturday November 8\, 2025 – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nSunday November 9\, 2025 – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. \nTickets: $7 general admission in person\, children 8 and under free. Parking is Free. \n  \nMore Information about the Expo: \nhttps://www.womenslivingexpo.com/colorado-springs-expo/ URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/colorado-springs-womens-expo-2/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251115T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251115T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20250926T170057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163207Z UID:1886-1763204400-1763208000@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:All Pikes Peak Reads: Author and cartoonist Jonathan Case DESCRIPTION:Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) has announced their 2025 selections for All Pikes Peak Reads\, its annual community reading program. This year\, the Library District has returned to choosing one book for each age group as it has done in the past. The four selections include: \nFuzz by Mary Roach (adult) \nCold the Night\, Fast the Wolves by Meg Long (teen) \nLittle Monarchs by Jonathan Case (juvenile) \nButterflies Are Pretty…Gross! By Rosemary Mosco (juvenile) \n  \nAll Pikes Peak Reads provides residents with a unique opportunity to feel connected with their community by reading the same book together. The annual program focuses on celebrating literature\, improving community connections\, and fostering dialogue across social\, cultural\, and generational lines. Each year\, PPLD selects titles that focus on timely topics and plans a variety of community-wide programs and activities to pair with the book. This year’s titles all relate to nature\, whether it is exploring the surprising world of butterflies\, surviving in the winter wilderness\, learning about monarch butterfly migration\, or reading about human-wildlife interactions. \nYou may also join Pikes Peak Library District as they welcome this year’s authors to discuss their books during in-person or virtual author visits. Visits will be followed by an audience Q&A. At in-person visits\, the author will be available for book signing following the Q&A\, and books will be available for purchase during the event from Poor Richard’s Books & Gifts. \nRegistration is suggested for the in-person events but not required. When you register for one of the virtual events\, you will receive an email with the link to access the event.  Visit https://ppld.org/appr to register for these discussions: \n  \nAll Pikes Peak Reads Presents: Author Rosemary Mosco: Wed.\, Oct. 1 at 10 a.m.\, Online \nAll Pikes Peak Reads Presents: Author Mary Roach: Sat.\, Oct. 11 at 11 a.m.\, Online \nAll Pikes Peak Reads Presents: Author Meg Long: Sat.\, Nov. 8 at 11 a.m.\, East Library \nAll Pikes Peak Reads Presents: Author and cartoonist Jonathan Case: Sat.\, Nov. 15 at 11 a.m.\, Library 21c URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/all-pikes-peak-reads-author-and-cartoonist-jonathan-case/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Community Events,Education,Family Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251126T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251126T173000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20251126T044548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163207Z UID:1977-1764178200-1764178200@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:Magic of Lights DESCRIPTION:Magic of Lights returns to Pikes Peak International Raceway now through January 3. The track will transform into a dazzling drive-through holiday spectacular featuring over two million lights and Colorado’s longest light tunnel. Enjoy festive scenes like Toyland\, Winter Wonderland\, and Reindeer Road\, plus the Jolly Holiday Village with photos with Santa\, s’mores\, and games. Presented by Family Entertainment Live\, this family-friendly experience runs nightly from 5:30–9 p.m. (until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays) through Saturday\, January 3. \nPikes Peak International Raceway is located at 6650 Midway Ranch Rd\, Fountain\, CO 80817 URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/magic-of-lights-39/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Holiday Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251127T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251127T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20251022T215112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163207Z UID:1924-1764231300-1764262800@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:Turkey Trot 2025 DESCRIPTION:The Annual YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and Kids’ Tiny Trot have been family holiday traditions for years! This 5k annually attracts over 4\,000 participants to start off their Thanksgiving Day!   All proceeds from the Turkey Trot 5K benefit the YMCA and provide support to a family or individual in need. \nThe Turkey Trot 5K is a family-friendly event that’s both stroller- and dog-friendly. Enjoy the welcoming community atmosphere with your loved ones this Thanksgiving! \nWhen:  Thursday\, November 27 \nWhere:  Briargate YMCA\, 4025 Family Place\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80920 \nTo register\, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/ColoradoSprings/TurkeyTrot5KSprings URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/turkey-trot-2025/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Community,Family,Holiday Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251127T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251127T173000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20251126T044548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163148Z UID:1978-1764264600-1764264600@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:Magic of Lights DESCRIPTION:Magic of Lights returns to Pikes Peak International Raceway now through January 3. The track will transform into a dazzling drive-through holiday spectacular featuring over two million lights and Colorado’s longest light tunnel. Enjoy festive scenes like Toyland\, Winter Wonderland\, and Reindeer Road\, plus the Jolly Holiday Village with photos with Santa\, s’mores\, and games. Presented by Family Entertainment Live\, this family-friendly experience runs nightly from 5:30–9 p.m. (until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays) through Saturday\, January 3. \nPikes Peak International Raceway is located at 6650 Midway Ranch Rd\, Fountain\, CO 80817 URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/magic-of-lights-38/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Holiday Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251128T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251128T173000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20251126T044548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163148Z UID:1979-1764351000-1764351000@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:Magic of Lights DESCRIPTION:Magic of Lights returns to Pikes Peak International Raceway now through January 3. The track will transform into a dazzling drive-through holiday spectacular featuring over two million lights and Colorado’s longest light tunnel. Enjoy festive scenes like Toyland\, Winter Wonderland\, and Reindeer Road\, plus the Jolly Holiday Village with photos with Santa\, s’mores\, and games. Presented by Family Entertainment Live\, this family-friendly experience runs nightly from 5:30–9 p.m. (until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays) through Saturday\, January 3. \nPikes Peak International Raceway is located at 6650 Midway Ranch Rd\, Fountain\, CO 80817 URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/magic-of-lights-37/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Holiday Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251129T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251129T180000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20251022T214302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163148Z UID:1911-1764403200-1764439200@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:Small Business Saturday DESCRIPTION:As the holiday season gets underway\, Small Business Saturday—November 29 this year—is a reminder to support the shops\, restaurants\, and service providers that keep our local economy strong. \nIt’s easy to default to online shopping or big-box retailers\, but local businesses play a much bigger role in our day-to-day lives. They employ neighbors\, contribute to community projects\, and bring unique character to our area. Choosing to shop locally helps keep those businesses thriving and those benefits close to home. \nShopping small isn’t limited to retail. Picking up a meal at a neighborhood restaurant\, booking a service\, or purchasing a gift card from a local gym or salon are all meaningful ways to take part. These choices often come with a level of quality and personal attention you won’t find from larger chains. \nThere’s also a practical impact: money spent locally tends to stay in the community\, supporting other businesses\, jobs\, and local initiatives. It’s a simple way to make your holiday spending work harder for the place where you live. \nThis November\, consider carving out part of your holiday budget for Small Business Saturday. Explore what our area has to offer—you may be surprised at the unique options right in your own backyard. Supporting local businesses isn’t just good for the economy; it helps keep our community vibrant and connected. URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/small-business-saturday-4/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251129T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251129T173000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20251126T044548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163148Z UID:1980-1764437400-1764437400@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:Magic of Lights DESCRIPTION:Magic of Lights returns to Pikes Peak International Raceway now through January 3. The track will transform into a dazzling drive-through holiday spectacular featuring over two million lights and Colorado’s longest light tunnel. Enjoy festive scenes like Toyland\, Winter Wonderland\, and Reindeer Road\, plus the Jolly Holiday Village with photos with Santa\, s’mores\, and games. Presented by Family Entertainment Live\, this family-friendly experience runs nightly from 5:30–9 p.m. (until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays) through Saturday\, January 3. \nPikes Peak International Raceway is located at 6650 Midway Ranch Rd\, Fountain\, CO 80817 URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/magic-of-lights-36/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Holiday Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251130T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251130T173000 DTSTAMP:20260520T173742 CREATED:20251126T044548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163148Z UID:1981-1764523800-1764523800@barrettegraphics.com SUMMARY:Magic of Lights DESCRIPTION:Magic of Lights returns to Pikes Peak International Raceway now through January 3. The track will transform into a dazzling drive-through holiday spectacular featuring over two million lights and Colorado’s longest light tunnel. Enjoy festive scenes like Toyland\, Winter Wonderland\, and Reindeer Road\, plus the Jolly Holiday Village with photos with Santa\, s’mores\, and games. Presented by Family Entertainment Live\, this family-friendly experience runs nightly from 5:30–9 p.m. (until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays) through Saturday\, January 3. \nPikes Peak International Raceway is located at 6650 Midway Ranch Rd\, Fountain\, CO 80817 URL:https://barrettegraphics.com/event/magic-of-lights-35/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Holiday Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR