Campus Activities

Block Break Programming

Campus Activities, in conjunction with many partners, offers programming over all block breaks and many extended breaks*, such as Fall, Winter, and Spring Breaks - *for students with extended break stay approval. The Block Break digests are released third week of each block and will let you know what is being offered for the upcoming break both online and on-campus. Please be sure to keep an eye on the Outdoor Ed Summit page as many of their trips and offerings fill before the Block Break Digest mails.

Have an idea for a new Block Break Offering? Want to advertise an opportunity in the Block Break Digest? Email us at campusactivities@coloradocollege.edu

The Campus Block Break Planning Committee is made up of representatives from: Campus Activities, the Butler Center, the Wellness Resource Center, the Chaplains' Office, Global Ed, Outdoor Ed, the Advising Hub, the Residential Experience, the Career Center, Bemis School of Art, the Collaborative for Community Engagement, and Campus Recreation. If you have suggestions or ideas for events you would like to see over block break, reach out and let us know!

Spring Break Digest

Spring Break is almost here! If you are planning on remaining on-campus for some or all of spring break, be sure to request break stay approval ASAP if you have not done so already.  

Support Resources     

  • Spring Break RA’s will be on duty and available during the entire Break. You can contact them for assistance by calling the numbers below: 
    • Old Town/Western Ridge: (719) 502-0341 
    • Loomis: (719) 517-9032 
    • Mathias: (719) 355-0392 
    • East Campus: (719) 352-9545 

                The Big 3 Front Desks will also be open daily until 10 pm.  

  • The Student Health Center (SHC) will be fully closed for Spring Break beginning on Saturday, Mar. 25. They will reopen on Sunday, Apr. 2, with hours from 11 am – 4 pm.  
    • Students should contact the Optum Medical Center Point Urgent Care, (719) 636-2999, if they are feeling unwell to determine if they should be tested or need to see a medical provider during the closure.   
  • The Counseling Center will be open Monday, Mar. 27 & Tuesday, Mar. 28 during normal hours (9-5pm). They will be closed Wednesday, Mar. 29 - Friday, Mar. 31 and will reopen for normal hours on Monday, Apr. 3.
    • There is always a 24/7 counselor on call as well as after-hours phone counselors available at (719) 389–6093, press 2 (after hours phone counselors ends April 1).
    • As a reminder, Virtual Care Group provides all students with free, unlimited access to therapists and on-demand Counseling 24/7/365. Additionally, students can always contact Campus Safety.  
  • The sexual assault response coordinator (SARC) advocate on-call line will be closed Mar. 29 - Apr. 2. 
    • For those in need of confidential support during this time, please reach out to: 
    • The SARC advocate on-call will be available 24/7 again beginning Apr. 3 for the rest of the Spring semester and can be reached at (719) 692-0960 
    • To make an appointment with the SARC, click here 
  • Campus Safety is ALWAYS here (24/7/365) and campus is never fully closed! If you are ever in need of assistance, you can give them a call at the following numbers:       
    • Campus Safety non–emergency number: (719) 389–6707*      
    • Campus Safety Emergency number: (719) 389–6911      

* Please note that on Thursday, 3/23 from 5-9 pm, Campus Safety will not be available for transports as they will be in staff training; they will, however, always be available for emergency response.   

Transportation  

  • Flying out of DIA or COS? Students may book a one-way shuttle ticket from campus to the Denver or Colorado Springs airport at the Worner Desk on either the afternoon of Wednesday, Mar. 22 or the morning of Thursday, Mar. 23. Space is limited and spots are filling quickly; sign-up in person at the Worner Desk. Return trips to campus are to be coordinated by the student. From DIA, students can use Groome Shuttle, by calling (719) 687-3456 indicating they are CC students in order to be dropped off on campus. Students flying into COS can use a ride share app or local taxi service.   
    • Mar. 22 
      • 1:00PM – Denver International Airport (56 Passengers) 
      • 1:30PM – Colorado Springs Airport (27 Passengers) 
    • Mar. 23 
      • 7:00AM - Denver International Airport (56 Passengers) 
      • 7:30AM - Colorado Springs Airport (27 Passengers) 
  • Needing to get around town over break? CC Students are able to use their Gold Cards for free Metro Transit access; check out the bus route maps and schedule here. Also, sign-up for a FREE Pike Ride account to take advantage of the bikes on campus.    
    • Did you know that you can ride the Metro bus from campus up to the University Village Shopping area/Costco, Trader Joes, and more? Pick up near the 7-11 on Nevada and 17 minutes later you arrive at the shopping plaza. Use the trip planner to explore more routes.   
    • The ZEB can get you downtown and back.   
    • Campus Safety will be able to do grocery shuttles during day and afternoon shifts for winter break as staffing permits; call 719-389-6707 to request.   
  • Wanting to get up to Denver over break? Check out the Bustang. 

Spring Break Hours    

Most administrative offices will be open for regular hours and staffed over the first portion of spring break (Thursday, Mar. 23, Friday, Mar. 24, Monday, Mar. 27 and Tuesday, Mar. 28). So, this is a great time to catch up on outstanding business or get your resume reviewed if you will be around. 

This year, staff are excited to also get a short spring break! This means most non-essential services and offices will be closed from Tuesday, Mar. 28 at 5 p.m. through Monday, Apr. 2 at 9 a.m. Please keep this in mind as you make plans for 

  • Food service/dining hours for spring break are as follows:  
    • Benji’s will be open Mar. 23 – Apr. 1 for the following hours:  
      • Weekdays: 
        • 8 am – 9:30 am - omelet bar will be available 
        • Lunch: 11 am – 1:30 pm – all you care to eat buffet at Rastall pricing 
        • Dinner: 5 pm – 7 pm – all you care to eat buffet at Rastall pricing 
      • Weekends (Mar. 26, 25, & Apr. 1): 
        • Brunch: 11 am – 1:30 pm – all you care to eat buffet at Rastall pricing 
        • Dinner: 5 pm – 7 pm – all you care to eat buffet at Rastall pricing 
    • Colorado Coffee will be open Mar. 23-Apr. 1 for the following hours:  
      • 7:30 am – 3 pm    
    • On Sunday, Apr. 2 – Bon App will return to standard offerings and hours 
  • The Worner Desk will be open for services (Gold Card Printing, supply pick-up, phones, activity kits, and general inquiries) on:   
    • Wednesday, Mar. 22 – Friday, Mar. 24: 8 am – 4:30 pm  
    • Monday, Mar. 27 - Tuesday, Mar. 28: 8 am – 4:30 pm 
    • Sunday, Apr. 2: 1 – 7 pm  

The Worner Desk will be CLOSED: Saturday, Mar. 25, Sunday, Mar. 26, and Wednesday, Mar. 29 – Saturday, Apr. 1. 

  • Adam F. Press Fitness Center Hours 
    • Thursday, Mar. 23 & Friday, Mar. 24, 11 am – 7 pm  
    • Saturday, Mar. 25 & Sunday, Mar. 26: CLOSED  
    • Monday, Mar. 27 – Friday, Mar. 31: 11 am – 7 pm  
    • Saturday, Mar. 26: CLOSED  
    • Sunday, Mar. 27: 11 am - 10:30 pm  
  • Outdoor Education Facilities:   
    • The Gear House will be open during regular hours throughout Spring Break (MWF 2 – 5 pm, Sun 4 - 6 pm).   
    • The Climbing Gym will be closed during Spring Break, and the last day to climb is 4th Tuesday.   
    • The Bike & Ski Co-op will be closed; last open day will be the 4th Wednesday of Block 6.   
    • The Climbing Gym and Co-op will reopen with regular hours in 7th Block.  
  • During Spring Break, the package lockers will continue to be accessible from 8 am – 8:30 pm daily. Mail Services will be closed Mar. 29 -31. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, Apr. 3, 8:30 a.m. - 4-p.m.  
  • Tutt Library Spring Break Hours  
    • Wednesday, Mar. 22, last day of block 6: 8 am – 8 pm  
    • Thursday, Mar. 23 - Friday, Mar. 24: 8 am – 5 pm  
    • Saturday, Mar. 25 - Sunday, Mar. 26: CLOSED  
    • Monday, Mar. 27 - Tuesday, Mar. 28: 8 am – 5 pm  
    • Wednesday, Mar. 29 – Saturday, Apr. 1: CLOSED  
    • Sunday, Apr. 2: noon – 8pm  
    • Monday, Apr. 3: start of Block 7, open 8 am – 2 am  
  • CC Bookstore Hours: 
    • Wednesday, Mar. 22: 9 am – 3 pm 
    • Thursday, Mar. 23: 9 am – 3 pm 
    • Friday, Mar. 24: Closed for Inventory 
    • Saturday, Mar. 25 - Sunday, Mar. 26: Closed 
    • Monday, Mar. 27 - Friday, Mar. 31: 9 am – 3 pm 
    • Saturday, Apr. 1 – Sunday, Apr. 2: Closed 
    • Monday, Apr 3: 8 am – 4 pm 
  • The Fine Arts Center is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and student admission is always FREE. During spring break, the FAC Mainstage is hosting Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights and students can get FREE rush tickets an hour before the show by showing their CC ID, in-person at the Box Office:  
    • Wednesday, Mar. 22, 7 pm  
    • Thursday, Mar. 23 & Friday, Mar. 24, 7:30 pm  
    • Saturday, Mar. 25, 5 pm  
    • Sunday, Mar. 26, 2 pm 
    • Wednesday, Mar. 29, 7 pm  
    • Thursday, Mar. 30 & Friday, Mar. 31, 7:30 pm  
    • Saturday, Apr. 1, 7:30 pm (12 pm behind the Scenes Stage Tour) 
    • Sunday, Apr. 2, 2 pm + Talkback at 4:30 pm    

Students, if you see a show at the FAC or make a visit to the gallery during Spring Break, be sure to check-in at the front desk to be entered into the Spring Break Raffle. Each visit earns you another entry. Top prize is: $50 Downtown Partnership Gift Card, second prize is $25 Downtown Partnership Gift Card, and third prize is a $20 gift card to a local restaurant. Brought to you by the Fine Arts Center and Campus Activities. The drawing will take place on Monday, Apr. 3, and winners will be notified by email. 

Events & Activities  

Wednesday, Mar. 15 

Deadline to register for overnight Outdoor Ed Spring Break Trips is 5 pm today in Summit.  

Wednesday, Mar. 22 
Event Planning 101 Excel @ CC Session, 2 – 4:30 pm, Student Event Space, Worner Lower Level   
Wanting to learn (almost) all of the ins and outs of event planning? In this 2.5 hour Excel at CC session designed for faculty and staff event planners, we will go through the planning process from start to finish. Students who have an interest in event planning and would like to engage in this as a professional development opportunity are also welcome to join. Email ahill@coloradocollege.edu to RSVP; space is limited.  
OneLove Game: Women’s Lacrosse hosts Trinity College, 4 pm, Washburn Field 
Cheer on the Tigers as they take on Trinity College and support the OneLove foundation.  

In the Heights, 7 pm, FAC Mainstage, Ticket Info Below   
From the creator and star of Hamilton comes Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first Tony Award-winning musical, a love-letter to the community in upper Manhattan where he still lives. In The Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams, and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Students can get FREE rush tickets an hour before the show by showing their CC ID, in-person at the Box Office. There are 10 In the Heights Performances happening over spring break so if you cannot make one of them, there are several options to choose from. Don’t forget to check-in at the desk to enter into the Spring Break raffle.  

Thursday, Mar. 23 

Food Pantry, 9:30 – 11:00 am, Worner basement, Register in Advance  
During Block Break, the CC Pantry will be open on Thursday morning, 9:30 - 11 am. The CC Pantry is a space led by Campus Activities which provides free food and supplies for students who are struggling financially or facing food insecurity on campus. This space is a welcoming and stigma-free environment for students. In order to sustain the pantry and meet the needs of the campus community, we ask that students take only what they need. Students must sign up in advance. 
Trip to Whirlyball, 3:30 – 5:30 pm, Register Here  
What is whirlyball? The endorphin inducing, truly unique, and exhilarating experience combines lacrosse, hockey, basketball, and bumper cars in a game of skill coupled with a touch of chance. We have the Whirlyball court rented for 1.5 hours PLUS several lanes of bowling, other games, and snacks for your enjoyment. RSVP in advance; space is limited. Brought to you by Campus Activities.  
Campus Safety will have limited operations, 5 – 9 pm 
While the campus safety staff engages in training, Safe Rides will not be available.  
Poet Laureate Ashley Cornelius at PPSC, 5:30 – 8:30 pm, PPSC Downtown (22 N. Sierra Madre St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903) 
Pikes Peak State College's Visiting Writers Series is honored to welcome spoken word artist Ashley Cornelius, the 6th Pikes Peak Region Poet Laureate. Free and open to the public, Non-perishable donations for the PPSC food pantry are welcome. Contact brook.bhagat@pikespeak.edu for more information or if you would like to read your work. More event details online at Peak Radar.   
In the Heights, 7:30 pm, FAC Mainstage  
From the creator and star of Hamilton comes Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first Tony Award-winning  musical, a love-letter to the community in upper Manhattan where he still lives. In The Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams, and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Students can get FREE rush tickets an hour before the show by showing their CC ID, in-person at the Box Office. There are 10 In the Heights Performances happening over spring break so if you cannot make one of them, there are several options to choose from. Don’t forget to check-in at the desk to enter into the Spring Break raffle. 
 

Friday, Mar. 24 

Welcome Spring! 12:30 – 2:30 pm, Outside of Worner  
Stop by outside of worner to enjoy some Pike’s Peak Lemonade, grab a book to read over spring break, play yard games, and just relax.  

Outdoor Education Trip – E-Bike Around The Springs – Legacy Loop Trail - 1pm-4pm, Sign up here by Thursday, March 23rd.  
Join Outdoor Education for a relaxed, fun bike ride on bike paths around central Colorado Springs. The path is generally flat, and makes for easy riding while traveling through a few local parks and green spaces. If you can ride a bike, and you are looking for a bit of fun, trip is for you. Outdoor Ed has a fleet of super fun e-bikes that we will use for this trip! Come try one out! It's hard to not smile while cruising around on these bikes! 

Arts and Crafts Open Studio, 2 – 5 pm, Worner Lower Level  
Spend some time in the Arts and Crafts studio on Fridays from 2-5 creating and getting to know each other. These afternoons are open to everyone, and no experience is required to join in, we will rotate through block printing, painting, fibers, drawing and clay. 

In the Heights, 7:30 pm, FAC Mainstage  
From the creator and star of Hamilton comes Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first Tony Award-winning musical, a love-letter to the community in upper Manhattan where he still lives. In The Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams, and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Students can get FREE rush tickets an hour before the show by showing their CC ID, in-person at the Box Office. There are 10 In the Heights Performances happening over spring break so if you cannot make one of them, there are several options to choose from. Don’t forget to check-in at the desk to enter into the Spring Break raffle. 

Saturday, Mar. 25 

History Stroll: Women's Voices, Women's Lives, 10 am, Loyal Coffee (408 S Nevada) 
What did suffrage mean to the lives of women in the Pikes Peak Region? By examining the historic working-class neighborhood of south downtown, we will discover women’s stories of work, activism, and philanthropy. Learn how the 19th Amendment paved the way for women to actively advocate for themselves, their families, and their community. TIckets are $5 and can be purchased online. Email meg.yevara@coloradosprings.gov for more information.  

In the Heights, 5 pm, FAC Mainstage  
From the creator and star of Hamilton comes Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first Tony Award-winning musical, a love-letter to the community in upper Manhattan where he still lives. In The Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams, and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Students can get FREE rush tickets an hour before the show by showing their CC ID, in-person at the Box Office. There are 10 In the Heights Performances happening over spring break so if you cannot make one of them, there are several options to choose from. Don’t forget to check-in at the desk to enter into the Spring Break raffle. 

Sunday, Mar. 26 
In the Heights, 2 pm, FAC Mainstage  
From the creator and star of Hamilton comes Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first Tony Award-winning musical, a love-letter to the community in upper Manhattan where he still lives. In The Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams, and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Students can get FREE rush tickets an hour before the show by showing their CC ID, in-person at the Box Office. There are 10 In the Heights Performances happening over spring break so if you cannot make one of them, there are several options to choose from. Don’t forget to check-in at the desk to enter into the Spring Break raffle. 
Writers’ Night, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Bell Brother Brewing (114 N Tejon St Suite 100) 
Writers’ Night is for writers of any level to get talk about writing, rub shoulders with their peers, and lend their expertise. It's two hours of fun, camaraderie, and laughter, an event where attendees set the agenda, and the host keeps it organized. Want to talk about query letters? Let’s do it! How to get an agent? An excellent topic, let’s discuss it. You’ll get to share your accomplishments, and maybe meet some new authors to stay in touch with. These are your people. This is your place. Email ncepr@pikespeakwriters.com for more information.
 

Monday, Mar. 27 

BreakOut Service Trip- YMCA Shady Brook 3/27-3/30, Sign up here by Sunday March 19th.  
Join BreakOut for a fun trip to YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region, camp Shady Brook. The service project will be focused on mainly trail work with a couple of other projects like painting and cleaning. The group will be staying at the YMCA facility and all meals and transportation will be provided. A pre-trip meeting with take place in week 4 for all participants.  Sign up here Email Kylie with questions: k_orf@coloradocollege.edu 
Spa Kits, 10 am – 12 pm, Worner Desk  
Come pick up some supplies to unwind over break with a snack included. Come by the Worner Desk on Tuesday, beginning at 10 a.m. to pick up a packet. Quantities are limited and will be passed out on a first come, first served basis; limit one packet per person. Spa Kits will not be available before 10 am and only until supplies run out. Sponsored by Campus Activities.
 
Tuesday, Mar. 28  

Outdoor Education Trip – Beginner Mountain Biking at The Pineries - 12:45pm-5:30pm, Sign up here by Monday, March 27th.  
 Want to go mountain biking? Join us for a day mountain biking at The Pineries in Black Forest. Its going to be a great day learning to mountain bike and having some fun adventures! The planned route is an 8-mile loop that makes its way through a section of old growth forest. This trip is open for all ability levels but is designed with the beginner mountain biker in mind. To attend, you must know how to ride a bike and be comfortable riding for several miles on hilly paved and gravel paths. We will take many breaks throughout the ride, so don't feel as though you need to do the entire ride in one go! Outdoor Education is providing fat tire mountain bikes for this trip, but if you have your own mountain bike, you are welcome to use that! Helmets are required for this trip - bring your own if you have it, or we will provide you with one of ours. 

FAC’s Bemis Clay Studio Open to All 1:30pm-3:30pm   
Open to CC students and employees, non-instructional clay open studio.  Feel free to sculpt, throw pots, or just mess around in a space you’re allowed to make messy.  Clay and tools provided, no experience necessary.  Attend as much or as little of the times as you’d like.  Runs Tuesday and Thursday from 1:30pm-3:30pm, open-house style. 
Wednesday, Mar. 29 – Staff spring break begins
In the Heights, 7 pm, FAC Mainstage  
From the creator and star of Hamilton comes Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first Tony Award-winning musical, a love-letter to the community in upper Manhattan where he still lives. In The Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams, and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Students can get FREE rush tickets an hour before the show by showing their CC ID, in-person at the Box Office. There are 10 In the Heights Performances happening over spring break so if you cannot make one of them, there are several options to choose from. Don’t forget to check-in at the desk to enter into the Spring Break raffle. 

Thursday, Mar. 30 – Staff spring break continues 

Food Pantry, 9:30 – 11:00 am, Worner basement, Register in Advance  
During Spring Break, the CC Pantry will be open on Thursday morning, 9:30 - 11 am. The CC Pantry is a space led by Campus Activities which provides free food and supplies for students who are struggling financially or facing food insecurity on campus. This space is a welcoming and stigma-free environment for students. In order to sustain the pantry and meet the needs of the campus community, we ask that students take only what they need. Students must sign up in advance. 

FAC’s Bemis Clay Studio Open to All 1:30pm-3:30pm  Open to CC students and employees, non-instructional clay open studio.  Feel free to sculpt, throw pots, or just mess around in a space you’re allowed to make messy.  Clay and tools provided, no experience necessary.  Attend as much or as little of the times as you’d like.  Runs Tuesday and Thursday from 1:30pm-3:30pm, open-house style.  

In the Heights, 7:30 pm, FAC Mainstage  
From the creator and star of Hamilton comes Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first Tony Award-winning musical, a love-letter to the community in upper Manhattan where he still lives. In The Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams, and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Students can get FREE rush tickets an hour before the show by showing their CC ID, in-person at the Box Office. There are 10 In the Heights Performances happening over spring break so if you cannot make one of them, there are several options to choose from. Don’t forget to check-in at the desk to enter into the Spring Break raffle. 

Friday, Mar. 31 – Staff spring break continues 

In the Heights, 7:30 pm, FAC Mainstage  
From the creator and star of Hamilton comes Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first Tony Award-winning musical, a love-letter to the community in upper Manhattan where he still lives. In The Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams, and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Students can get FREE rush tickets an hour before the show by showing their CC ID, in-person at the Box Office. There are 10 In the Heights Performances happening over spring break so if you cannot make one of them, there are several options to choose from. Don’t forget to check-in at the desk to enter into the Spring Break raffle. 

Saturday, Apr. 1  

FAC Member Tour: BEHIND THE SCENES THEATRE TOUR, 12 pm,  
Experience a rare behind the scenes look of our theater. Visit the prop room and costume shop, where we make almost all of the costumes you see in our stage productions. Go backstage (and even under the stage) to learn about the theater’s rigging and fly systems. 
In the Heights, 7:30 pm, FAC Mainstage  
From the creator and star of Hamilton comes Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first Tony Award-winning musical, a love-letter to the community in upper Manhattan where he still lives. In The Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams, and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Students can get FREE rush tickets an hour before the show by showing their CC ID, in-person at the Box Office. There are 10 In the Heights Performances happening over spring break so if you cannot make one of them, there are several options to choose from. Don’t forget to check-in at the desk to enter into the Spring Break raffle. 

Sunday, Apr. 2 

Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Hosts Gustavus Adolphus College, 12 pm noon, Washburn Field/Frank Flood Track 
Go tigers!  
In the Heights, 2 pm, FAC Mainstage  
From the creator and star of Hamilton comes Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first Tony Award-winning musical, a love-letter to the community in upper Manhattan where he still lives. In The Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams, and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Students can get FREE rush tickets an hour before the show by showing their CC ID, in-person at the Box Office. Don’t forget to check-in at the desk to enter into the Spring Break raffle. 
In the Heights Talkback, 4:30 pm, FAC Mainstage  
After the final curtain call for In the Heights, join the cast, crew, and directors to ask questions about the performance and show.  

Looking for something else to do?

You can also find out more information about other off-campus community events on Peak Radar.

Looking to go somewhere around town?

Here is a list of transportation options available in Downtown Colorado Springs:

And here is a quick overview of free transportation services provided by Campus Safety! 

Whatever you do and wherever you go, please stay safe, look out for each other, have fun, and get some rest this coming Block Break!

 

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