Colorado Balloon Classic

What a great combination: the Colorado Balloon Classic and Labor Day Weekend! The city of Colorado Springs will definitely have it’s head in the clouds this weekend! The Colorado Balloon Classic is the largest and the longest continuously running hot air balloon festival in the Rocky Mountain Region as well as the State of Colorado, and it’s being held September 4 through 6.

The event is held in Memorial Park off Pikes Peak Avenue between Hancock Ave. and Union Blvd near Prospect Lake. There will be mass ascensions of over 100 balloons throughout the three day period, and there will be a Balloon Glo Saturday and Sunday night. A balloon glow is basically when the balloons ascend at night and the balloons resemble twinkling starts in the night sky.

Each year a variety of concessions are available and entertainment is provided during each event, so you will be fed and entertained. Balloons will lift off at 7 am (I know, it’s pretty early), and the Balloon Glo will take place at 8 pm. More people will be out for the Balloon Glo, seeing as it’s a later time, and much cooler than during the day.

The Colorado Balloon Classic is an annual family event held each Labor Day weekend, and admission for everyone is FREE!

Some of the Talon Hill Apartments residents are going, are  you?

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Jump on the Zumba Train!

Hey everyone! Have you jumped on the Zumba train yet? If not, you have your chance on Thursdays at 7 pm at the All About Dance Studio right here in Colorado Springs!

In case you haven’t heard, Zumba is a program that fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away! It’s a lot of fun, and an entire body work out! You’ll definitely feel the effects the next day, but while you’re in class, you’ll be having too much fun to notice any fatigue! I would suggest going with a group of friends, as it’s more fun to workout together!

So, what can  you get out of a Zumba workout? Quite a bit, actually: you’re burn a lot of calories, tone your muscles and strengthen your core, improve cardiovascular health, meet new people, and you’ll have an absolute BLAST while doing so!

Best of all, there’s no experience needed to join the class! Just drop on in and join the fun! The cost of the class is $6.

Directions from Talon Hill Apartments:

Head east on Ramtron Dr toward Lily Lake Dr. Take the 1st right onto Voyager Pkwy. Turn left at N Academy Blvd. Turn left at Vickers Dr. Destination will be on the left.

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Hey Talon Hill Apartments! Want to support a good cause? Come out to support Starlight Children’s Foundation Colorado (organization that’s dedicated to improving the quality of life for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses and life-altering injuries) at the 1st Annual March for Miracles on Saturday, August 28 at 9 am.

This is a running/walking event around a spectacular 3.1-Mile course on the USAF Academy grounds starting at the Air Force Academy’s historic Falcon Stadium.

Don’t think that the event is just for adults, there’s something for everyone! There’s a children’s fun fair and 1 mile fun walk, awards for age groups 3 deep in each division and winning team members, if participating, you’ll receive a commemorative t-shirt, overall male and female race winners will receive round trip United Airline tickets, live entertainment, and more!

This event is fun for everyone, and it’s just the right amount of exercise to get you through the end of summer. If you can, I encourage you to make it out. If not, well, there’s always next year!

What are you doing this weekend?

Directions from Talon Hill Apartment Homes (13 minutes)

Head east on Ramtron Dr toward Lily Lake Dr. Turn left at Voyager Pkwy. Turn left at Old North Gate Rd. Continue onto Northgate Blvd. Slight left to stay on Northgate Blvd. Continue onto Stadium Blvd.

Awesome views at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort!

Hey everyone! Do you want to spend the evening wining, dining, and dancing with friends, all in front of a spectacular view of the mountains? Well, you’ll get all of this at the exquisite Mountain View Restaurant at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort on Fridays and Saturdays from 5 pm to 8 pm. It’s the perfect spot for cocktails after work!

The Will Rogers Lounge also has live music every weekend of the summer! The Mountain View Restaurant is the resort’s signature dining establishment, featuring high ceilings with beautiful wood beams, ample natural light and an outdoor terrace with sweeping views of the mountains.

If you get hungry, there are plenty of nourishment at this great establishment. You have your choice of dozens of items!

Complimentary valet parking is available at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort main entrance. Self-parking is also available in the public lots.

Sunset Celebrations Music on the Sundance Terrace is the ultimate after work relaxation, and it’s only about 25 minutes away from the Talon Hill Apartments, so you’re always close to home!

What’s your after work relaxation?

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Talon Hill Apartments Sample Bedroom

Many people don’t take advantage of renters insurance because of a common myth: the cost. Renters insurance is surprisingly inexpensive. For a small fee a month, normally between $10 and $20, you can save thousands of dollars in case you have to replace your belongings. In all honesty, I’d much rather pay about $10 a month than to pay over $200 to replace a lost television or over $500 for a new laptop.

Renters insurance also covers liability for anything you’re found negligent to have caused an accident or a fire. Basic renters insurance may run you as little as $100 a year. In my opinion, that’s a small price to pay for piece of mind and the reassurance of securing your precious belongings. This video shows what happens when people choose not to invest.

If you do not already have renters insurance, contact a leasing agent in the Talon Hill Apartments leasing office, and they’ll be glad to help.

Remember, it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Let's go camping!

Hey Talon Hill! Have you ever wanted to get away for the weekend and wanted to go somewhere different from the norm? Well, what about a weekend camping trip? Colorado Springs, and Colorado in general has plenty of lush spots, mountainous views, and glassy lakes that will fulfill your camping fancy.

Here are a few destinations that you may want to keep in mind:

• If you want to take a short hike, The Crags, Pike National Forest is a good choice. According to Out There Colorado.com, this is one of the best short hikes in the area: three miles round trip, without too much elevation gain, and with plenty of interesting rock formations and great views. You can also climb Pikes Peak from the trailhead.
• If you want to party with your fine feathered friends and get above the treeline, then you want to visit the Guanella Pass. This is a prime place to go because the road tops out at 11,669 feet, so a lot of your hiking work has been done. From the east side of the road you can hike to the top of fourteener Mount Bierstadt, and from the west side you can hike to Square Top Lakes.
• Want to go rafting? Check out East of Salida to raft the Arkansas River. It’s the place to go because the Arkansas River is Colorado’s most-rafted river, and trips like Browns Canyon, Bighorn Sheep Canyon and the Royal Gorge can thrill even in late summer when the spring runoff has long since washed to points east.

These are just a few of the great places to enjoy the great outdoors in Colorado. Visit them to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city for a while.

Do you to camping/hiking often?

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Hey Talon Hill! You love your furry family members right? Well, they love you too and want to play with you with every chance that they get. This Saturday would be the perfect time to get outside with your pet. This all takes place at Norris Penrose Events Center Indoor Arena, August 14 from 10:30 am to 4 pm.

There will be many animal related vendors, dog training demonstrations like agility, obedience and freestyle, and informational seminars. You can join contests, play in the doggie water park, and compete in the “Canine Olympics” with your own playful pup. If you don’t want to partake in the events, you can just sit back and watch with your pet, and get in some quality time.

If you have kids, you can bring the whole family along; there are even events for the kiddies too. There will be food vendors on site as well, so you and your furry family members are sure to be well fed. It’ll be a barking good time!

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Hey Talon Hill! I know that The Nutcracker normally shows during the holiday season (which it still does), but there’s no harm in getting your tickets early in order to ensure your seat to the greatest Colorado Springs tradition!

This is all brought to you by the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, and this year they’re bringing you a magical new production, performed by Ballet Idaho’s award-winning company. New this year are family friendly pricing and times; save up to 56% off children’s tickets, and evening performances start at 7:00 pm.

Right now, tickets are from $27 for adults and $12 for children. The Nutcracker can be seen at the Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts (190 South Cascade Avenue). Performance dates are November 26-28th.

One of my fondest childhood memories is when my parents took me to see The Nutcracker. That was a magical night for me, and I would love to go as an adult. I can personally attest that the production is just beautiful, amazing even. I highly recommend you going. You may love it as much as I do!

Josh Turner

Josh Turner fans unite! Tonight at the Pikes Peak Center, Josh Turner will be performing all of his hits including “All Over Me”, “Why Don’t We Just Dance”, and “Eye Candy”.

Josh Turner is a Hannah, S.C. native who has sold more than 4 million albums and garnered two multi-week No. 1s (“Your Man” and “Would You Go With Me”). His debut album was certified platinum for more than 1 million copies sold, and his sophomore album, Your Man, was one of only four country albums to reach double-platinum status in 2006. That’s pretty big, huh? Besides, who could resist that award winning smile?

Doors open at 7 pm and the show starts at 8 pm. Tickets range from $22.50 to $42.00. There are available online, but you must act fast as the show is tonight.

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Have you ever wanted to dine by candlelight with the one that you’re with or with someone that you’re definitely interested in? What about dining by candlelight with a fantastic view of Colorado Springs? If this sounds like a perfect dinner date to you, then dining at The Pepper Tree may be right up your alley.

The Pepper Tree is definitely one of the most romantic spots in town. You get an absolutely stunning view with some of the finest steaks and seafood that you’ve ever treated your palette to. The restaurant specializes in dishes prepared table side so that you can see exactly what you’re getting and what’s going in them.

If you are a fan of fantastic steaks, then look no further than The Pepper Tree. It’s most popular steak, and signature dish is the Pepper Steak. It’s a filet mignon with mango chutney and cracked pepper that is flamed at your table.

The atmosphere is very formal; you’ll feel like you’re dining with the stars. This is really fine dining at it’s best, so be sure that you are prepared to handle the bill once it comes. Plates range from $30 and up.

Have you ever dined at The Pepper Tree?

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