CHEC & Community Events Calendar

Discover what life was like for the early pioneers, mountain men, and settlers who transformed the Colorado Springs region! Visit the General Store to enjoy some old-fashioned sodas and candy and souvenirs.

Calling all junior high through college age students who love to write! Don't miss out on Stand True's first annual pro-life essay contest! Students are invited to apply their writing skills to galvanize and educate other pro-life people across the country! There will be cash prizes for three different age groups, and the deadline to […]

See what farm life in Aurora was like in the 19th-20th century. There will be tours of Gully House and the DeLaney Round Barn. Enjoy tea, cocoa, cookies, and crafts.

Shop at the YouthBiz Holiday Marketplace, where young entrepreneurs showcase handcrafted products. From jewelry and cards to bath products, artwork, and more, the event is a one-stop shop for gifts!

Aurora is the most diverse city in Colorado with 150+ languages. Aurora has invited neighbors to show how they celebrate. Join for a morning of cultural understanding and celebratory fun!

Visit the Plains Conservation Center for an unforgettable adventure! Experience wagon rides, explore the 1880s tipi camp & homestead village, and enjoy live presentations featuring eagles, owls, falcons, and more!

Explore the CELL Exhibit with interactive displays on extremism, language as a weapon, and state-sponsored terrorism. Learn how to prevent future threats and become a champion for a safer community.

Explore Christmas traditions of Victorian times! Attendees will make Christmas cards, make a beaded garland, decorate ornaments, and decorate oranges with cloves. Registration will close on December 15th.

The nation's longest-running community science bird project fuels Audubon's work throughout the year. The Christmas Bird Count occurs December 14-January 5 every season.