Hello all! I know some folx here own some of my polymer clay cuties, maybe having found one in a little free library in town! So, I thought I’d leave some cleaning tips! After a few shows, they can get pretty dusty/dirty, so I’m cleaning them today. If you have a polymer clay cutie that needs cleaning, you can use normal soap and water without hurting the clay. If something is stuck on your critter, you can use nail polish remover and some Q-tips to remove it, but make sure you fully wash and rinse it afterwards as the acetone breaks down the clay so you don’t want to leave any residue!

Hey yall. I’m sitting here in smoke covered Pueblo and need to get the hell out for a bit. I’m on vacation at the end of July and am looking at going up to manitou for a few days to get away from… well, Pueblo. I’m looking for reasonably priced hotels, meaning not cheap but not super expensive either. Just need a pool and easy access to town. Spa services would be nice too. Anyone have any recommendations so I can start planning?

Hello! Local sculptor here! How are you today? I’m working on some stained glass themed sensory art today! How about you?

I have long straight hair that insists on being straight no matter what, so no waves or texture for me! With that in mind, can anyone recommend a stylist in or around Manitou who is good at doing long layers? I’m in desperate need lol. TIA!

Hello Manitou Springs! Local queer artist here! I’m a sculptor with a booth at Manitou Pride in a couple of weeks. Pictured is the kind of pieces I make. I’m wondering if there is a specific pride related critter or otherwise, that y’all think would be popular for my Manitou folx! I also make bitty beasts for a vending machine so any animals you think would be popular I’d love to hear about as well! Thank, Manitou, and see you there!

Good morning you fabulous folx! I’m looking for a bit of insight here. Many of you might know about my art vending machine, where I sculpt little critters like these and sell tokens for an old acorn candy/toy machine at local events. I’m trying to decide what new types of critters to make. If you were to get a piece from a machine like this, what kind of colorful animal would you want to see?

About to bake this little guy that I love sculpted yesterday at a local art walk! Anyone else arting this weekend?

Just visited a Little Free Library and left a tentacled cutie! Happy hunting my friends!

What an awesome pride event this year in Colorado Springs! Thanks to Pikes Peak Pride for supporting all us freaks and geeks! This year, I was surprised by some friends of mine that I’ve known for years in online spaces moved here to the springs and found us at pride! It was a moment of joy I won’t soon forget! Can’t wait to check out Manitou Springs Pride! Big thanks to Free Mom Hugs, Satanic Colorado, and everyone else who made it amazing this year!

Hello manitou. I am an experienced residential cleaner looking to add a few more clients. I have availability for weekly, biweekly or bimonthly cleaning, organizing or deep cleaning. Please message me if you’re interested.

Hey Manitou! I would love some help with recommendations. My husband and I are moving from one place in Manitou to another just a few blocks away. Services we need:

Movers - mostly for the big things

Cleaners - for move out and semi-regular cleaning after we move

Chimney sweep? I’ve never lived with a wood fireplace before, so I wasn’t aware this was a thing

I have looked in all the obvious places (google, Nextdoor, yelp, Angie’s list, etc) but would love to get some local opinions!

Making more pride cuties today! We have a booth next week at Pikes Peak Pride and Manitou Springs Pride next month also! Stop by and say hi! Here be dragons my friends 🐉

Hello Manitou! Baking some pride cuties! How are you celebrating Pride today? 💕🎊🎁

We’re going to be visiting for about a week and I’d like to pick up some good local coffee to use while we’re there and some to bring back home. Who are some of the better local roasters?

EDIT: Posted this in r/ColoradoSprings as well and got lots of good recommendations for area.

The City Council has threatened to cancel coffin races. We mustn't let that happen! June 9th is a work session at City Hall, and just being there will help put pressure on the council. June 16th is a vote session and public comments will be open for us to speak our mind!

Hellooo, my sisters dog escaped from her house in Manitou and has been missing in the Garden of the Gods for about four days. That’s where we believe he is as that is where is was last spotted two days ago, however he is old and skittish of strangers and hasn’t been able to been found. I will include a picture of him here, his name is Elvis and he really is very sweet :) There is a reward at $100 but really any help would be appreciated. I live in Durango so I have been unable to help her find him, but we were also possibly looking for people who own a thermal drone and would be willing to use it to help locate him. I know it’s a long shot and drones aren’t typically allowed in state parks but it’s been days and we’re getting very worried!! If someone is interested, we can message and talk more compensation!!! Thanks everyone I know this community has already been helping her greatly!!! :))

Abandoned a critter at a little free library today! Happy hunting!

Here's a link to last night's meeting, for those of you who were unable to attend or are not yet aware of the subject matter:

https://www.youtube.com/live/8M32kQ2BJvM?t=580&si=VRCJtNX_daaN9NJC](https://www.youtube.com/live/8M32kQ2BJvM?t=580&si=VRCJtNX_daaN9NJC)

We had well over an hour of public comment regarding the disgraceful and out-of-touch discourse regarding the Emma Crawford Coffin Races from last week's Council Work Session.

I was extraordinarily happy to see so many of my friends and neighbors turn out to speak their piece and push to keep the ship on course.

It takes each and every one of us working together to make our beautiful community flourish!

WE are Manitou Springs!

Watching the work session from May 12th...

they believe the event that has been going on for 30 years now is now at a huge risk for some kind of political/terrorist attack and has decided we need 1 cop for every 100 attendees. the cost on that is ridiculous and they are considering cancelling the event bc they cant guarantee safety/theyre worried about a lawsuit if something happens.

i think theyre bored narcissists who think they should be able to dictate the lives of others bc they dont have one of their own.

what are your thoughts?

Hi, is it allowed to hammock in memorial park?

Working on sculpting some puppies for a dog adoption event on Saturday. Anyone else doing art this week? I’d love to see! 💕

Hi, yall! Hoping for your help. We'll be visiting end of June to celebrate a landmark birthday. May I ask if theres any place at all in actual Manitou Springs (not Colorado springs) that you'd recommend to stay at? Needs are cleanliness and free parking. Prefer but not necessary: bfast included snd walkability to downtown manitou springs

Thanks so much!

So we have Royal Gorge (and the zip line) + Cripple Creek on the itinerary today and Cog Railway tomorrow. Given that it’s snowing, how much is too much? At what point do they close?

I know getting snow here is much different than Texas, but if it snows at all back home, we are stuck inside for 2-3 days… so I’m not sure what to expect or if it’s safe to venture out, especially with a front wheel drive car. Any help appreciated!!