Event Listings

November 26 - December 31
Genesis MedSpa Gift Cards
Through the end of the year, 10% of all gift cards sold will benefit the Empty Stocking Fund. Purchase a gift card of more than $100 and receive a $20 gift card as a bonus. Please visit Genesis MedSpa for more information.
Cost: Varies
Location: 202 E. Cheyenne Mtn. Blvd., Suite R Colorado Springs, 80906

December 1 - 31
Color Me Mine
Throughout the month of December paint a stocking ornament and 50% of the purchase price will go directly to the Empty Stocking Fund. For more information, visit Color Me Mine. 
Cost: Studio fees are $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under; $10 for one stocking ornament
Location: 1605 Briargate Pkwy., Suite 123 Colorado Springs, 80920

Thursday, December 1 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Color Me Mine
Come to Color Me Mine and let your creativity run wild. Paint a variety of pottery pieces for yourself or that special someone. Half of the studio fees for December 1 will be given to the Empty Stocking Fund. Visit Color Me Mine for more information.
Cost: Studio fees are $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under plus the cost of pottery pieces
Location: 1605 Briargate Pkwy, Suite 123 Colorado Springs, 80920

Thursday, December 1 from 7:30-9:00 p.m.
Colorado College Dance Workshop 2011
With the goal of bringing dance to the Colorado College community, Dance Workshop puts on a show each semester, organized and run entirely by CC students. Tickets can be picked up at the Worner Center free of charge. Buy a cookie and cider before the performance to support Empty Stocking Fund. Visit Colorado College for more information.
Cost: Donation
Location: Colorado College Cossit Hall, 906 N. Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs 80903

Thursday, December 1 from 7:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Holidays for Hope, Paul Franco, CFP, Ameriprise Financial Event
Enjoy the holidays in style. Support the Empty Stocking Fund by attending a benefit at Phantom Canyon. Enjoy appetizers, beverages, and a silent auction. Attire is formal. Tickets are limited; please call 528-5882 to reserve in advance. For more information, visit Holidays for Hope.
Cost: $25 per person; $40 per couple
Location: Phantom Canyon Brewing Co., 2 E. Pikes Peak Avenue, Colorado Springs, 80903

Friday, December 2 from 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Colorado College Dance Workshop 2011
With the goal of bringing dance to the Colorado College community, Dance Workshop puts on a show each semester, organized and run entirely by CC students. Tickets can be picked up at the Worner Center free of charge. Buy a cookie and cider before the performance to support Empty Stocking Fund. Visit Colorado College for more information.
Cost: Donation
Location: Colorado College Cossit Hall, 906 N. Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs 80903

Friday, December 2 at 7:00 p.m.
Colorado College vs. Denver Pioneers
Come out and cheer for your Tigers as they face state rival, the University of Denver Pioneers. It’s a wear- black-night, so visit the Empty Stocking Fund table to purchase a black t-shirt. All proceeds will benefit the Fund. Visit CC Tigers for more information.
Cost: $12 - $35 for ticket; $10 for one t-shirt or $18 for two
Location: Colorado Springs World Arena, 3185 Venetucci Blvd., Colorado Springs, 80906

Saturday, December 3 from 5:50 - 7:00 p.m.
Colorado Springs Festival of Lights Parade
Donate to Empty Stocking Fund before the annual Festival of Lights Parade in downtown Colorado Springs. Volunteers dressed as elves from Colorado College, UCCS, Fountain Valley School and Harrison High School will collect donations from street viewers before the Parade of Lights begins. Modern Woodmen will donate $1,000 to Empty Stocking Fund. Visit Festival of Lights for more information.
Cost: Free/Donation
Location: Downtown along Tejon St. between St. Vrain and Cascade, Colorado Springs, 80903

December 5-18
Garden Center at Flying Horse
Buy a Christmas tree and support Empty Stocking Fund. The Garden Center will donate 15% of all Christmas tree sales December 5-18. Visit the Garden Center for more information.
Cost: Varies
Location: 1615 Silversmith Rd. Colorado Springs, 80921

Wednesdays, December 7, 14, 21 and 28  from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Kinfolks Wednesday Open Mic Nights
Come listen to live music in Manitou Springs.  Kinfolks will donate 10% of sales from wine and beer purchases to Empty Stocking Fund during its Open Mic Nights in December. Visit Kinfolks for more information.
Cost: No entrance fee
Location: Kinfolks Mountain Outfitters, 950 Manitou Avenue, 80829

Wednesday, December 7
FILL UP FOR THE EMPTY STOCKING FUND
On Wednesdays, December 7 -28, area restaurants will donate 10% of sales throughout the day to the Empty Stocking Fund. Click here for participating restaurant details.

Thursday, December 8 from 3:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Genesis MedSpa LashBash Party 2011
Come pamper yourself at Genesis MedSpa’s LastBash Party. Learn how to create that trendy smoky eye and get your brows waxed while enjoying a martini. Purchase a gift card at the event - 10% of all gift cards sold will benefit the Empty Stocking Fund - or stop by the Empty Stocking Fund table to give a donation. Visit Genesis Med Spa for more information.
Cost: Free
Location: Genesis MedSpa, 202 E. Cheyenne Mtn. Blvd., Suite R, Colorado Springs, 80906

Friday, December 9 at 8:00 p.m.
Kinfolks Mountain Shop
Make the trip up the canyon to Manitou Springs to enjoy good beer and a benefit concert for the Empty Stocking Fund. Visit Kinfolks for more information.
Cost: $5
Location: Kinfolks Mountain Outfitters, 950 Manitou Avenue, 80829

Saturday, December 10 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Colorado College Stocking Shuffle
Participate in a 5K run/walk and relay to support the Empty Stocking Fund. The run will take place on the Colorado College campus. Sponsorship and timing will be provided by Boulder Running Company. Downtown restaurants will provide great prizes. Go to the Stocking Shuffle for more information and to register.
Cost: $20 per individual in advance and $25 at the door; $35 for 3-person team in advance and $40 at the door; $65 for 10-person team in advance and $80 at the door
Location: Washburn Field, Colorado College, 44 W. Cache la Poudre St., Colorado Springs, 80903

Saturday, December 10 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fountain Cowboy Christmas
Come enjoy the holidays in Fountain. Entertainment includes a craft show, school choirs, dancers, a Yule log hunt, hayrides, and a variety of vendors. The Empty Stocking Fund will be sitting next to Santa and Mrs. Claus inside with cookies, cider, and face painting for donations.
Cost: Donations
Location: Fountain City Hall, 116 South Main St., Fountain 80817

Saturday, December 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Colorado College vs. Alaska Anchorage
Come out and cheer for your Tigers as they face off against Alaska Anchorage. Participate in the chuck a puck fundraiser and 50% of proceeds will benefit Empty Stocking Fund. Visit the Empty Stocking Fund table to purchase a t-shirt. For more information, visit CC Tigers.
Cost: $12 - $35 for ticket; $10 for one t-shirt or $18 for two
Location: Colorado Springs World Arena, 3185 Venetucci Blvd., Colorado Springs, 80906

Wednesday, December 14
FILL UP FOR THE EMPTY STOCKING FUND
On Wednesdays, December 7 -28, area restaurants will donate 10% of sales throughout the day to the Empty Stocking Fund. Click here for participating restaurant details.

Wednesday, December 14 at 8:00 p.m.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra Concert
Come enjoy the music of the holidays performed by the world famous Trans-Siberian Orchestra. $1 from each ticket sold will go to the Empty Stocking Fund. Purchase tickets online at TicketsWest.
Cost: $58-$68 for a ticket
Location: Colorado Springs World Arena, Venetucci Blvd., Colorado Springs, 80906

Friday, December 16 from 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Yobel Market
Head down to Old Colorado City for some holiday shopping. Yobel Market will donate 10% of the day’s sales to the Empty Stocking Fund. Visit Yobel Market for more information.
Cost: Varies
Location: 2528b West Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, 80904

Saturday, December 17 from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.
City Rock College Climb Night
Join college students from throughout the Pikes Peak region for a college climb night at City Rock. $5 gets you in the door and climbing the best indoor routes in Colorado Springs. All proceeds benefit the Empty Stocking Fund. Visit City Rock College for more information.
Cost: $5
Location: 21 N. Nevada, Colorado Springs, 80903

Wednesday, December 21
FILL UP FOR THE EMPTY STOCKING FUND
On Wednesdays, December 7 -28, area restaurants will donate 10% of sales throughout the day to the Empty Stocking Fund. Click here for participating restaurant details.

Wednesday, December 28 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Skate Day at the World Arena
Enjoy the holidays and come skate at the Colorado Springs World Arena, the same ice that our very own Colorado College Tigers play on. All proceeds from this event go to the Empty Stocking Fund. Visit World Arena for more information.
Cost: $5 includes admission and skate rental
Location: Colorado Springs World Arena, Venetucci Blvd., Colorado Springs, 80906

Wednesday, December 28
FILL UP FOR THE EMPTY STOCKING FUND
On Wednesdays, December 7 -28, area restaurants will donate 10% of sales throughout the day to the Empty Stocking Fund. Click here for participating restaurant details.

Saturday, January 14 at 9:00 a.m.
Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce Fruitcake Toss
Finally, a good use for all those fruitcakes acquired over the holidays. Donate a can of food to Westside Cares and launch your fruitcakes for a fun filled day. The Empty Stocking Fund will also be accepting donations at the event. Visit the event's page for more information.
Cost: Can of food and donations
Location: Manitou Springs High School, 401 El Monte Place, Manitou Springs, 80829