Colorado Springs Real Estate

Beautiful Home For Sale in Durango, Colorado

You won't want to miss buying this lovely home in Durango, Colorado in La Plata County. This 1990 home has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with 1890 square feet. You will enjoy the natural light that comes in through the large windows while also enjoying the vaulted ceilings. Whether you prefer a wood burning stove or a gas fireplace, you can curl up in front of one of the two fireplaces and enjoy the fantastic views!

There is an over sized, detached garage that can hold 2 vehicles and also a 50x36 shop that can hold 9 cars. There is also plenty of southern exposure on the driveway and home.

The home backs to national forest and has breathtaking views throughout the over 4 acre lot.

Beautiful views of the Red Cliffs and awesome biking trails. Click here for more details.

What to Do in Colorado Springs this weekend, July 23-25th

What are you doing this weekend? Maybe you'll decide to check out.....

FRIDAY, JULY 23rd:

UNIQUE STEP & DANCE TEAM TALENT SHOW 6-9pm @ UCCS - no cost (1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80918) FRIDAY - SATURDAY - SUNDAY

COWBOY SONGS & POETRY 7pm @ Cheyenne Mountain State Park Amphitheater - singing and foot stompin' to Old West tunes (410 JL Ranch Heights, Colorado Springs, CO 80926) call 719-576-2016

ICE CREAM THEATER - THE DUSTY ATTIC 7pm @ Manitou Arts Theater - family show followed by art activities and ice cream - $10 tickets (1367 Pecan Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80904) call 719-685-4729 - FRIDAY & SATURDAY

FREE COUNTRY WESTERN DANCE LESSONS 7pm @ Carey-On Saloon - intermediate/advanced rodeo line dancing (3350 N. Chestnut, Colorado Springs, CO 80907) call 719-630-5077 or 719-440-1818

SATURDAY, JULY 24th:

GUIDED WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE 8am @ Cheyenne Mountain State Park - Join us for a 2-3 mile hike to observe mule deer, wild turkeys, prairie dogs, and other park residents. Bring binoculars and water. Have $6 exact change, if you need to purchase a daily State Parks pass (410 JL Ranch Heights, Colorado Springs, CO 80926) call 719-576-2016

PIKES PEAK WATER GARDEN SOCIETY ANNUAL POND TOUR 9am-4pm @ meet @ Wasson High School - no cost to tour great ponds and yards around town (2115 Afton Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80909) SATURDAY & SUNDAY

2010 SPRINGS BEER FEST 11am-7pm @ Antlers Park - Join Old Chicago, The Friends of Cheyenne Canyon, Bristol Brewery and BeerTapTV for a day of fun in the sun! Live music, over 25 breweries, amusements for the whole family, great food from local joints and YOU - $20 tickets if purchased in advance or $25 at the event (31 W. Pikes Peak Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903)

RAGTIME PIANO PLAYING 8:30pm @ The Broadmoor's Golden Bee - The sounds of a ragtime piano, played by resident pianist Bud Kreuzer and others can be heard nightly at The Golden Bee. Beginning at 8:30 p.m., classic songs including Sweet Caroline, Margaritaville, and Piano Man are played by request, and patrons are encouraged to grab songbooks, raise their glasses, and sing along! (One Lake Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80906) SATURDAY & SUNDAY

OLD COLORADO CITY'S SHOWDOWN OF CHILI, BBQ, BEER & BANDS 10am-7pm @Bancroft Park (on W. Colorado Ave. between 24th&30th Street. Bancroft Park on 24th Street will come alive w/live music, food, fun & entertainment) SATURDAY & SUNDAY

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER & SHOW 6:15pm-9:30pm @ Embassy Suites (7290 Commerce Center Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80918) Call 888-575-3884 for tickets and more information

SUNDAY, JULY 25th:

SUNDAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH @ THE MOUNTAIN VIEW RESTAURANT 10:45am-2pm (3225 Broadmoor Valley Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80906) 719-538-4000

Of course, there are MANY more activities going on around town. You can check them out. If you have an upcoming event you would like me to feature, please email me!

Add Value to Your Home

10 Value-Adding Home Improvement Projects

By Paige Tepping

RISMEDIA, July 14, 2010--Now that summer has arrived, homeowners across the country are taking advantage of the warm weather by tackling home improvement projects they have been putting off. If you are looking for ways to add value to your home, the following home improvements may be just what you’re looking for.

Tip 1: Remodel your kitchen
Kitchen updates are one of the best ways to increase the value of your home. Adding modern appliances and refacing your cabinets to give it a more modern look is well worth the investment.

Tip 2: Add a Garage
Homes with at least a two car garage are more attractive to potential home buyers. Having a home with a small garage is almost as bad as having no garage, so consider upgrading before putting your home on the market.

Tip 3: Remodel your bathroom
Bathrooms are very important to home buyers. Just as with the kitchen, home buyers look for modern conveniences. Adding a Jacuzzi bathtub, painting the walls and adding appropriate flooring will go a long way toward increasing your home’s value.

Click here to read all 10 of these helpful tips from RISMedia.

Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Days in Colorado Springs

This week, the 70th annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Days is taking place in Colorado Springs. If you missed the parade last night, you won't want to miss the events in the coming days.

Authentic Chuck Wagons will gather for a Cook-Off at the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Days. Cooks from across the country will circle the wagons on Saturday, July 17th for the annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Days Chuck Wagon Cook-off. The event is free to the public for viewing of the different campsites, but for only $10 you can enjoy a hardy cowboy meal from 5p.m. until 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 17th at the Norris Penrose Event Center. Meal tickets are available onsite the day of event or by contacting Dean Venezia at (719) 491-2158. Learn more here.

Visit the Colorado Springs Rodeo site for tickets and more information.

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What's Happening around Colorado Springs This Weekend, June 25 - 27, 2010

Colorado Springs sure is a happening place, especially in the summer. I've highlighted below just a few of the great activities that are going on around town this weekend, June 25th - June 27th.

FRIDAY, JUNE 25th:

Cheyenne Mountain Art Workshop grades 7-12, 9am-4pm

8th Annual Firefighter Chili Cook-off to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) 4pm @ Pikes Peak Ave & Colorado Ave downtown

Sunset Celebration Music on the Sundance Terrace at Cheyenne Mountain Resort from 5-8pm (Friday AND Saturday night)

SATURDAY, JUNE 26th:

Arts & Crafts on West Pikes Peak Avenue @ Old Colorado City History Center parking lot, 9am-2pm

Farmer's Market @ The Citadel 10am-3pm (click here for information on Farmer's Markets throughout Colorado)

FREE Computer & Scrap Metal Recycling Event @ The Citadel, The Chapel Hills Mall and 12 Goodwill Donation Centers 9am-1pm

US Olympic Committee Community Appreciation Day @ The Olympic Training Center, 10am-2pm: athlete autographs, live sports demonstrations, prize giveaways, food, music & fun

Painting & Jewelry Exhibits @ Arati Artist Gallery, 10am-5pm

Junior Ranger Program @ Cheyenne Mountain State Park 10am (for ages 7-12)

Family Nature Club @ Bear Creek Nature Center 10am-noon

Cheyenne Mountain State Park Full Moon Hike (ages 10 and up) starts 8:30pm

SUNDAY, JUNE 27th:

10th Annual Tejon Street Bike Fest 10am: 10 city blocks of motorcycle only parking, vendors and party atmosphere.

Family Mystery Hike @ Cheyenne Mountain State Park 2pm (ages 5 and up)

The Secret Garden, The Simpich Showcase Marionette Theater, 2:30pm

Colorado College Summer Music Festival: Orchestra Concerts 3pm - features include Johann Strauss' "Die Fledermaus Overture," Britten's Serenade for tenor, horn and strings, and Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2 in D Major

Summer Remodeling Ideas for your Home

I always enjoy quick, easy reads that are also helpful tips for your home. I found this article on summer remodeling ideas to be thought provoking. Whether you are thinking of adding or refinishing a patio or deck, adding some energy efficient home improvements or just some much needed home maintenance, I think you'll find that article to be helpful.