The Blue Spruce Gallery, located at 205 W. Main St., in historic downtown Florence is proud to host an exhibition of Rose Starling's newest paintings. Starling has put together a diverse and entertaining show that is vibrant. Her paintings of animals, of the Colorado mountains, and of the beauty that surrounds us are exceptional. The opening reception is from 5-7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10 at the Blue Spruce Gallery in Florence.
Starling is one of the newer members in the gallery, but she has been a professional artist for decades. Her paintings are detailed and sure to catch your eye. She has won awards in professional shows and loves to teach classes.
Come on Second Saturday and meet the artist. The back garden area will be open, and there will be light refreshments and good conversation. In addition, there are events throughout town for the monthly "Second Saturday". Many of the downtown merchants offer specials on Second Saturday, and there are numerous restaurants available for dining after the reception.
The exhibit hangs through Sept. 9.
Military and veterans get free entry into Colorado state parks in Aug
DENVER—To thank U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is offering free admission to all Colorado state parks to active-duty military, veterans, and the National Guard for the month of August.
Military members and veterans, resident and nonresident, can pick up a free August Military Pass at any Colorado state park or CPW office by showing proof of service. Passes become available on Aug. 1.
The free park pass allows visitors to experience Colorado's state parks and the diverse wildlife and landscapes they support. All other park fees remain in effect, including camping reservations, boat and off-highway vehicle registrations, and hunting and fishing licenses. The pass is not valid for accessing State Wildlife Areas.
Know Before You Go
Plan your visit with the Colorado State Parks Guide (el folleto de parques en Español) or use the online Park Finder Tool to discover outdoor activities at each state park. State park outdoor recreation activities include:
Boating, kayaking, paddle boarding and swimming
Wildlife and wildflower viewing, birdwatching, and tours with naturalists
Hiking, horseback riding, biking and rock climbing
Find park events and classes on the CPW Events Calendar
Accessibility programs are available
CPW offers several additional military benefits to active duty military, veterans, and disabled veterans. Programs include free admission to state parks on Veterans Day, year-round free entry to all Colorado state parks for residents with Colorado Disabled Veterans or Purple Heart license plates, and free small game and fishing combination licenses for qualified disabled veterans. CPW also offers a Columbine Pass which offers reduced park entrance fees to disabled Colorado residents.
For more information about Colorado state parks, visit cpw.state.co.us.
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