*Made possible by the Arts Vision Grant of the Pikes Peak Fund for the Arts. 

When:  Friday, November 4th, 2022 from 4pm - 8pm 
Where: Ladyfingers Letterpress

This is the kickoff to our new year-long project where we pay artists to create a print in support of a community project or program they have an affinity for or a relationship with. Everyone is invited to make their own print for FREE during First Friday and all donations support the project. Meet the artist or designer, learn about the project, and how to get involved or continue your support. Artists and programs walk away with a big stack of prints to use as they need. We call that a WIN-WIN-WIN, come join the Printmaking Free for All each month. 

 Join us in supporting the local street paper: The Springs Echo. This local paper addresses an issue that impacts many of our families, friends, and culture - homelessness. The Springs Echo provides many things for our community including but not limited to:

A Voice for the Voiceless: A platform for our friends living on the street to have a voice.

The Dignity of Honest Work: The Echo provides a source of income for those who wish to be vendors of the paper.

Educate the Public: The Echo works to educate the friends living in houses about the issues surrounding homelessness.

Advocate for the Poor: The Echo works to identify and provide solutions to living condition inequities.

Support Good Work: The Echo highlights the works of love, support, and encouragement provided by organizations and individuals.

Encourage Democratic Participation: We help people register to vote and report on the state, county, and city government activities that impact our communities.

During this event we invite everyone to crank out a letterpress print.  We’ll have the press set up to run a design created with The Springs Echo team.  They will be available to chat during the event and you can learn how to support, participate and get involved in their work. For more information on The Springs Echo please visit https://www.thespringsecho.com

 

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SUNDAY SHOP with SMALL WORLD COFFEE

When: Sundays in November; November 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th from 12 - 3pm (coffee) 12-4pm (shop)
Where: Ladyfingers Letterpress

Shopping is so many things: a chore, a bore, a pleasure, a treasure, therapy and we realize that you might need more time for all of that this season so we are extending our hours and will be open on Sundays from 12pm - 4pm. To fuel these extra hours, Danie, creator and owner of Small World Coffee Cart, will be in store to offer in-store warmth in a cup from 12-3pm.  

 

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SKATE IN THE PARK

When: Friday, November 11th, 4-9pm
Where: Acacia Park 

Our beloved ice rink opens for the season just across the street from our Bijou Street location, come downtown and kick off the magic that can only be found in the heart of Colorado Springs. Check out the schedule for the whole season here. 

 

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BIJOU BLOCK PARTY

When: Saturday, November 12, 10am-4pm (even later in some cases)
Where: Bijou Street from Nevada to Cascade Street

We have so much to celebrate this season! Have you been to the new playground at Acacia Park? Gone skating in the park? Shopped and supported all the independently owned and operated businesses on our bustling block? We are teaming up to offer family friendly fun, discounts & activities all day long.  Come make your own bouquet, maybe have a picture with an Alpaca, and here at Ladyfingers Letterpress enjoy a temporary tattoo and a craft!

 

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SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

When: Saturday, November 26, 10-4pm 
Where: Ladyfingers Letterpress and Ladyfingers at FAC

Intentional giving. That’s always our motivation and guiding principle. It isn’t about more stuff or crossing things off a list this time of year or ever.  A hand written card is just as meaningful as any item with wrap and bow. We are not a giant corporation hiking prices up and claiming it is inflation while we pocket profits and see others struggle. We started to rethink our approach to Small Business Saturday a few years ago, assessing what the needs of our community are.  Who needs what? How can we be a link or share what we have to lessen those needs? It looks different every year and here is what it looks like this year…The Pikes Peak Pantry is a mutual aid project we have been a part of for years. Continuity of support is something we value and work towards.  You can always purchase a tea towel or tote and those funds are given in full to purchase food and necessities for the pantry. This year we ask you to pause after Thanksgiving and join us in stocking the pantry. If you have the resources to share, we want to collect items on Small Business Saturday for @pikespeakpantry. If you are coming to see us and support our work, will you also support our neighbors? Bring what you can (we have shared a list of suggestions and requests). 

We have 15 gift bags to share with folks who bring in items for the pantry.  These bags are stocked with goods, gifts and surprises. Additionally, all customers on this day will receive a special top secret gift that we are designing and releasing just for this event! We’ll also be offering free gift bags, tissue paper and be on hand to help in any way we can to lessen the load you might be feeling this time of year. 

One last note - we, like many others, have felt the economic bumps this year.  You will be able to find a huge assortment of gifts under $20 for just about anyone.  We know that things continue to be hard for just about everyone (but jeff and elon) and we have adjusted our offerings while continuing to support other businesses we believe in. Thank you for your intentional support this day and all the other days. 

 

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OCTOBER 2022

What: First Fridays

Where: Ladyfingers Letterpress

When: October 7th, 4 - 8pm Join Cultivating Luminescence and Ladyfingers Letterpress for the release of the newly created fall candle line. This event is to celebrate local artists in our community and at Ladyfingers Letterpress we set our focus on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC artisans, activist, artists, creators, makers.... the list goes on. Artisan Meet and Tarot Reading: Kristina Henderson, the owner and creator of Cultivating Luminescence, will be present for the release and be doing Tarot readings. If you are ready breathe, set intentions, reflect and connect we will see you there. Reserve your spot and pay here.   Custom Printmaking: The Vandercook 219 will be up and running to print Cultivating Luminescence's signature print design. It's a lovely way to start the season and celebrate Cultivating Luminescence.

Join the Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs and Ladyfingers Letter press in the Made event. Made is an event celebrating the creatives and makers of Downtown's creative district. This event will highlight local businesses featuring hand-crafted products, live demonstrations, and workshops. Artist Talk: Join Ladyfingers for a tour of their manufacturing and printing facilities at noon on October 22nd. Learn the history of how these makers started out and how they landed back in Colorado Springs after a decade of being away. See examples of past work and ask questions. Print your own Postcard: The Vandercook 219 letterpress will be set up for guests to print their own Downtown Postcard from 11am-4pm free of charge. This is a family-friendly event, bring the kids, bring a friend, and come and make some new friends! No need to register in advance. Accessibility details can be found here.

 

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   What: Poetry719 5th Annual Poetry Festival Where: Ladyfingers Letterpress When: October 23,11am–4pm Join Poetry719 and Ladyfingers Letterpress with a Printmaking & Social Justice Open Mic Ft. Irina Amouzou w/ CC Mobile Arts. This a free event to celebrate 5 years of art activism and representation in the 719 region. Art is activism and our voice matters. Please come and share your voice with us! Custom Printmaking: Come print a custom Poetry719 print with us on the Vandercook 219! A hands-on event for all ages. Making something with our own hands and hearts is what we are all about and we are happy to share it with you. Poetry Open Mic: Share your talents in the open mic! A day filled with the opportunity to hear new talent, familiar talent, and to hear an incredible feature.   _______________________________________________________________________