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From Clay to Caisson: Our First Mosaic Lamp Post Is Done
Take a walk through North Middle Shooks Run Park and you’ll see it: the first lamp post base wrapped in a beautiful green and yellow mosaic made by our neighbors. It started in the spring with a vision to make the new concrete lamp bases (caissons) in North and Mid Shooks Run Park more beautiful.…
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Cone Zone: Boulder Street update — the city wants to hear from us
MSRNA has requested a neighborhood meeting regarding Boulder Street, but City Traffic Engineer Todd Frisbie states that internal planning is not yet complete. Residents can provide input via email, as the city prepares for a full repaving in 2027. Community involvement is crucial to developing effective recommendations for the street’s future.
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District 11 Donates Quarry Stone to the Neighborhood
School District 11 has donated a quarry stone fence to Middle Shooks Run for preservation as a park feature. The stone, linked to a local quarry and previous property use, will be designed with community input. Neighbors are encouraged to share ideas and offer assistance in the project.
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Fall Creek Clean-up – Saturday, September 26, 2026
Join Middle Shooks Run neighbors on September 26, from 10am–12pm, for a creek cleanup along Shooks Run Creek as part of Creek Week. Meet at Middle Shooks Run Park with closed-toe shoes, a water bottle, and hat. Kids are welcome with an adult. Registration available online or on-site.
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Reminder: Tomorrow is Summer Fest!
Join friends at North Shooks Run Park for Summer Fest 2026 on August 8 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Enjoy free live music, food trucks, games, giveaways, and local vendor booths. Bring a chair or blanket for comfort and visit middleshooksrun.org/summerfest/ for more details.
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Cone Zone on Boulder Street!
Wondering about the cones and construction on Boulder Street? City contracted crews are currently replacing curbs, gutters, and sidewalks. This is essential prep work for a highly anticipated upgrade: a full repaving of Boulder Street, slated for the city’s 2027 paving list (see the map at http://www.coloradosprings.gov/2C). After speaking with City Traffic Engineering, the best…
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Summer Fest 2026: Gather Your Neighbors!
Summer Fest is three weeks away, and last year 120+ neighbors showed up. Let’s beat that. Join us Saturday, August 8 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at North Shooks Run Park for an afternoon of music, food, and neighbors. Red Rocks Rebellion is back on the stage, with games and giveaways between sets. Susanna’s…
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Mosaics Project – Tile Glazing Workshop – 22 July 2026
The Mosaic Project kicks off with its first tile-making session on Saturday, June 6, from 9–11am at a garage studio near Mid Shooks Run Park. Neighbors will create ceramic tiles for public art on lamp post bases, guided by volunteer Frank. No experience necessary; families and donations are welcome.
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Featured on News5 — We’re Looking for Neighborhood Historians
KOAA News5 highlighted Robin and Samantha’s effort in preserving Middle Shooks Run’s rich history, showcasing homes dating back to the 1880s. Their work aligns with the association’s core value, “Honor our Past,” emphasizing the importance of documenting and sharing local stories. The Historic Education Committee welcomes volunteers to join in this vital task.
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Join Us for an Ice Cream Social in the Park – 19 July 2026
Join the Middle Shooks Run Neighborhood Association for an Ice Cream Social on Sunday, July 19, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at North Shooks Run Park. Enjoy free ice cream, meet neighbors, play games, and relax in a friendly atmosphere. Bring your family and join the fun!