Kirsten Akens

Kirsten Akens is a contributing writer for Springsmag.com who has written everything from art and community to sports and the great outdoors.
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Fly High at the National Museum of World War II Aviation

The stars of the show at the National Museum of World War II Aviation are the 35 aircraft, 24 of which can still fly....

20 of the Best Colorado Springs Museums

Your guide to Colorado Springs Museums. Art, history, science, technology, culture, sports, the arts or more, there’s a museum for you.

3 Stress Relief Yoga Poses for the Holidays

Feeling a bit humbug? Try these tips from local yoga instructors to tap into yuletide peace.

Under the Dome at the USAFA Planetarium

At the USAFA’s planetarium, visitors tour the cosmos and more.

How Green Is Colorado Springs?

Exploring sustainability in our city, where there are positives to celebrate and plenty of areas for improvement.

Colorado College Goes Carbon Neutral

After more than a decade of work, CC becomes the first educational institution in the Rocky Mountain West to achieve the noteworthy goal of carbon neutrality.

How to Pamper Your Pets

When you’re putting together your holiday gift lists, don’t forget the four-legged members of your household. Just remember that grabbing a random bag of...

MuttRuk Packs for People With Pups

Sometimes pampering your pets means treating yourself too. One of the newest dog-friendly items on the market arrives courtesy of local company MuttRuk. After...

FAC 100th Anniversary: A Century of Significant Art

When the Broadmoor Art Academy began 100 years ago and grew into the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center ( FAC ), it was big...