FEATURED EVENTS

We are excited to have an even bigger and better fireworks show than we have ever had. Fireworks are moving back to Saddleback Golf Course and will be shot-off just north of the 15th hole. The Town of Firestone will have parking available for an excellent view of the show at the property that surrounds Town Hall. Food Trucks will be available in the Town Hall parking lot. Of course, we will miss the parade and other festivities this year, but are already looking forward to 2021!

The powerful words of the Declaration of Independence founded a new nation on the revolutionary idea that “all men are created equal” with unalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The Declaration’s promise of liberty and equality has been expanding ever since, yet still remains a beautiful—but unfulfilled—dream. The American Revolution lives on in all of us as we continue the work of advancing these promises for all people. During a weeklong Fourth of July celebration, the Museum of the American Revolution will offer free, interactive virtual experiences for all ages that explore the Declaration’s promise.

The Kuiper Belt consists of those objects which orbit the Sun beyond Neptune. It was actually “discovered” with the 1930 discovery of Pluto, but nobody realized what was really out there until a second object was found in 1992. We have now been able to study this part of the Solar System for 28 years and have discovered thousands of these objects. What have we learned about these faint, icy, primitive bodies? And what about the big question regarding Pluto. Is it a planet? For that matter, what is (or what should be) a planet? Lowell Observatory Astronomer Dr. Larry Wasserman helps us answer these questions.

The City of Brighton is set to host the Fourth of July Fireworks: 2020 Home Edition on July 4 at dusk. Due to COVID-19-related health and safety concerns surrounding large gatherings, the event will only consist of the fireworks display and will not include the live concert and community gathering at Carmichael Park.

It’s summertime and the learning never stops! Join us for a special online-only story times on the Discovery Green Facebook page.

A 4th of July Celebration of Fine Visual Arts and Handcrafted goods in beautiful Manitou Springs. This annual extravaganza features the works of more than 60 juried artists with the eclectic mix running the gamut from paintings, sculptures and glasswork to photography, ceramics, woodwork, as well as a huge selection of handcrafted goods. In addition to great shopping there will also be free live music and family fun. Open 10am – 6pm on Saturday and 10am – 5pm on Sunday