July-August 2011

Summer isn't over yet. Check out this special summer insert for all your Must Eats, Must Seats, Must Sees, Must Sips, Must Haves and Must Dos.

A special advertising section. Contact us at 719-543-7220.

 

 

 

MUST EATS

 

Bingo Burger

101 Central Plz, 719-225-8363

M-Sat 11am-9pm

Our custom-built burgers include the signature Bingo Burger, with fire-roasted Pueblo chilies in grass-fed beef. Dig live, local music every Friday on our big summer-perfect patio. Sweet potato fries, ice-cold Colorado craft beers, and creamy-dreamy shakes with Hopscotch Bakery ice cream. Near Pueblo's Riverwalk. bingoburger.com.

 

The Downbeat

13335 E. Evans Ave, 719-564-9070

Club: F-Sat 9pm-1am

Kitchen: F-Sat 6-9pm

A soulful locally-owned spot that serves up BBQ and Blues. The Fat Chance Blues Band rocks the house while the house-made BBQ delights your senses and your pocketbook. You might even have a moment to wonder, "Is this Nawlins? Texas? South Caroline?" Naw, it's P-Town baby!

 

Exquisite Taste Confectionary

327 S. Union Ave, 719-583-1035

M-F 10:30am-5:30pm Sat 10:30am-5pm

Unique gifts, including the "Life is good" product line and extraordinary gelato and sorbetto. We recommend the blood orange sorbetto - perfectly sweet with a touch of tartness. Exquisite Taste - where "Life is good" and the gelato and sorbetto ain't bad either.

 

Hopscotch Bakery

333 S. Union Ave719-542-4HOP

Tue-F 7am-4pm Sat 8am-4pm

Hand-spun and made from scratch, Mary's ice creams and sorbets are created with fresh ingredients sourced locally when possible. Flavors like lemon-basil will confuse and seduce your taste buds. And more traditional options such as summer strawberry, chocolate cherry or raspberry and mango sorbet will please the palate of all generations.

 

MUST SEES

 

Creative Arts Info Fair
Find your inner Art! PPAG will host the first annual Creative Arts Info Fair. Artists and organizations will be present and everyone is invited to learn about art and creative industry in Pueblo. Learn about classes, performances, performers/artists for hire, auditions, and more ways to connect to the arts. PuebloPPAG.org

 

Festival Fridays

Sangre de Cristo Art Center

Friday evenings July 8-Aug 5

210 N Sante Fe Ave, in the Jackson Sculpture Garden, 719-295-7220

Festival Fridays runs July 8-August 5.

Food, fun, music and spirits (the drinking kind) can be had by all (over the age of 21) at the Sizzlin' Summer Concerts at the Arts Center. Tickets are ONLY $4 in advance.

 

Greenhorn Valley Music Festival

Sat, July 9 10am-10pm & Sun, July 10 10am-6pm

Greenhorn Meadows Park, Colorado City, I-25 Exit 74

Set near the Wet Mountains, where the scenery is breathtaking and the people are friendly. Admission is FREE to this celebration of art and music. Hear your favorite local performers in a unique setting all weekend long.  Greenhornvalleyproductions.com

Newhoma Mountain & Music Festival

Saturday, August 20

Midland Pavilion, Woodland Park, CO

Organized by Terry Hayden, proceeds from this festival help teach kids to appreciate nature. So, you get to go and party in the mountains, drink great beer, eat wonderful food and hear outrageous music while helping kids spend more time in the Rockies! It's what we call a win-win! Discounts available for KRCC members. Newhoma.org

 

Pueblo's First Friday Art Walk

Create your own art tour full of galleries with special demonstrations of "live art activities", and visitors are treated to live music and entertainment in galleries and restaurants. You can enjoy street performances at the corner of Union Avenue and C Street. There's something for everyone to discover! PuebloPPAG.org

 

Pueblo Roller Derby

State Fair Event Center

Fri, Aug 26 Double Header

Jailhouse Jawbreakers vs. Microbruisers 6:30pm

Renegade Rollers vs. Punchy Brewsters 8pm

There is something so quintessentially summer about rooting for the home team.  Yeah, usually it's baseball, but why not switch it up, buy some popcorn or a hotdog and root for your local derby team instead!

 

Song of Pueblo

El Pueblo Museum

301 N Union Ave, 719-583-0453

July 20, August 26 and September 16

History? Boring, right? Wrong! The "Song of Pueblo", a multimedia extravaganza, demonstrates Pueblo's diversity and dramatic history/herstory. Be inspired and entertained while learning about the flood and much more through live music, vintage photos and extraordinary videos.

 

Street Beat: Pueblo's Summer Arts Festival
Your ticket to fun in Downtown Pueblo! This summer Pueblo will be host to a unique outdoor arts scene - Street Beat, Summer Arts Festival. Musicians, entertainers, and visual artists will enchant Downtown Pueblo and the Riverwalk with free street performances. Follow on Facebook!

 

A Wren's Nest

402 S. Neilson Ave, 719-289-4056

On their small family-owned farm, Tammy and Paul Alhadef will inspire you to be more self-sufficient. Take the kids on a farm tour to learn more about where food comes from and what goodies are included as part of a CSA share. Buy hand-made gifts and participate in swap meets and many more community building activities.

 

MUST SEATS

Cock and Bull Tavern

325 S Union Ave, 719-404-1800

This tavern is a local favorite among young professionals and bikers alike. The cute patio is the perfect place to grab a smoke or enjoy a cool evening breeze while sipping a Boddingtons or Guinness. Or, pretend you're an Irish bloke and ask to see the Blarney Stone.

 

Coyote Grill

5220 Nature Center Road (11th St.)

Tue-F11am-8pm Sat & Sun 8am-8pm

There are few places in Pueblo as special as this gem. Dine right on the Arkansas River on this newly renovated patio, and you will thank your lucky stars you live in the Puebs. With great food and service, this is the perfect spot to stop while biking, tubing, canoeing or walking.

 

Daily Grind Cafe

209 S Union Ave, 719-561-8567

M-F 7am-11pm, Sat 8am-11pm, Sun 8am-9pm

Take a break from the heat and relax in one of two outdoor seating areas. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner and open late. The Daily Grind - killer coffee and food to die for!

 

DC's on B St.
115 W. B St, 719-584-3410

Lunch: M-Sat starting at 11am, Dinner: W-Sat starting at 5:30pm

Known for its upscale menus, carefully selected wines, and service that is generous & knowledgeable, DC's is your place to settle in for great wine, great appetizers & smaller entrees. This summer, drink and dine on the newly expanded patio across from the beautiful historic Union Depot.

 

Phil's Radiator

109 E C St., 719-584-2671

Maybe you are a transplant from the big city or a child returned home, either way Phil's gritty vibe and rad patio will make you feel like you have been transported. Imagine yourself on the Phil's patio sipping a Mojito or Dos Equis and listening to live music. Summer is here!

 

Shamrock Brewing Co.

108 West 3rd St, 719-542-9974

M-Sat at 11am, Sun brunch 10am-2pm

Back Patio Bar: F 6pm-close

Are you feeling lucky that you live in Pueblo yet? If not, then run over to our very own Brew Pub! The Shamrock is twice as fun this summer with two patios open daily. Enjoy an award-winning craft beer on the front patio or a fresh Mojito on the recently-remodeled covered back patio.

 

Sisters Courtyard

517 W 5th St, 719-543-1947

Tue-F 9am-4pm Sat 9am-2pm

Pueblo has High Tea? Indeed! Make reservations for teatime or enjoy a light lunch on the patio. Join the Sisters' as they celebrate the zodiac sign Cancer. Learn to read your tea leaves while you enjoy a fabulous tea and delectable treats. July 23, 2pm. $10 per person, reservations required.

 

Tea Tree Café

119 Broadway Ave, 719-545-0906

Tue-F 10am-6pm Sat 9am-3pm

The cute sidewalk seating on Broadway will make you feel like you are vacationing in Paris or Florence (Italy). Do some great people watching as you sip a cool Italian soda before heading over to the library to check out Mi Vie en Rose or La Dolce Vita.

 

Wireworks Coffeehouse

103 S. Union Ave, Suite 110, 719-543-3000

M-Wed 7am-6pm, Thur-Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 8am-5pm

Your summertime coffeehouse! Located right on the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo. Take a seat on the Riverwalk and enjoy delicious iced beverages and Pueblo's only all-vegetarian menu. Special extended summer hours!

 

 

MUST SIPS

80 Twenty Wines

415 N Greenwood Ave, 719-543-9463

Maybe you like Zinfandel? Or maybe you just like drinking things that are pink?  Either way, Rosès are the grape of the summer. Get over to Pueblo's wine store and chat with John or one of his many talented and informed staff members about which Rosè might be right for you.

 

The Downtown Bar

103 Central Plz, 719-544-1499

Open Daily 4pm-2am

Seasonal beers from Colorado and beyond, delicious cocktails you won't find anywhere else, the best whiskey top shelf in town, and great summer entertainment including local and national touring bands, and stand-up Sunday nights. All in a cool and dark atmosphere. Find us on Facebook.

 

Hercules Liquor
112 Broadway Ave, 719-544-0021

M-Thur 10am-10pm, F-Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 12-6pm

With a huge selection of craft beer, wine, whiskey, scotch and other premium spirits, Hercules is your one-stop shop for all your summer drinks and cocktails.

 

MUST HAVES

Josh Cooley at Trendsetters Hair Studio

211 S. Union Ave, 719-406-2965

By Appointment

You may or may not know that Pueblo has a Rock star Hairstylist. That's right, our very own Josh Cooley. Highlights are cool for boys too, and it isn't too late to get summer highlights which could lead to summer lovin'.

 

The 10 Spot II

125 S. Union Ave,

M-Sat 10am-6pm Sun 11am-5pm

A girl can never have too many pairs of sunglasses or summer hats to keep her skin and eyes protected from harmful UV rays. Of course while shopping for summer "must-haves", there are always plenty of "really-likes" too, and all for $10 or LESS.

 

 

MUST DOs

Bessemer Historical Society's Heritage Series

Steelworks Museum in Bessemer, 719-564-9086

July 9, 16 and 23, 1-3pm

Celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the thousands of employees who came from around the globe to work at CF&I's mines and mills. There will be artifacts on display, traditional costumes, food, a wine tasting, dance, music, children's activities and special appearances by former mill workers to discuss their experiences. Bring the kids! Steelworks.us

 

Colorado State Fair

The State Fairgrounds

August 26-September 5

Pueblo is the place to be at the end of August for the Colorado State Fair. Soft-serve ice cream, popcorn, carnival rides, a rodeo and music (Martini Shot!). Some big names will grace our fair city this year including Martina McBride and Selena Gomez. See you there!

 

Dr. Wise Choice

2619 Lake Ave 719-680-4860

F -Sat Aug 26-27

If you have been meaning to get your medical marijuana card, look no further. Check out this "Patient Appreciation Party" at the end of August. Sign up for a renewal or new certification with complimentary food & beverages and t-shirt giveaways all weekend.

 

The Edge

107 N. Union Ave 719-583-2021

In the Puebs we don't just use our River to kayak in we also surf, body board and swim in mother nature's wild and unwieldy waterway. The Edge has everything you need, plus lessons to learn. Edgeskiandpaddle.com

 

Joe Tomato's

707 S. Main St, 719-584-3007

M-F 10am-5:30pm

Saturdays 10am - 3pm

Wandering into this locally-owned Italian eatery and market will make you feel like you're in Little Italy. Fresh cheeses and meats used to make amazing sandwiches can also be bought by the pound. This summer, don't miss the Joe Tomato Farmer's Market, Saturdays 8am-noon starting July 9.

 

Night of the Living Dead Auditions

The Impossible Players

1201 N. Main St, 719-542-6969

Mon, Aug 22 & Tue, Aug 23, 7pm

Summer is hot and everybody is bothered which makes it the perfect time to be a Zombie! This gripping terror-filled monochromatic play brings all the fright of the cult classic to life!  Show dates: Oct 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 21 & 22 at 7:30pm and October 9 at 2pm. Impossibleplayers.org

 

PCC Educational Pathways Fair

900 W. Orman Ave

Fortino Ballroom, College Center

Thur, Aug 4 10am-2pm

They say there is a time to play and a time to work, isn't there also then a time to consider your future. This is a wonderful opportunity to explore the possibility of continuing your education.  You can enroll on the spot and even enter to win a scholarship!