Annual Mother's Day Brunch among top things to do in Pueblo this weekend and beyond

Tracy Harmon, Pueblo Chieftain
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Friday, May 10

Lights reflect off the water at Pueblo's riverwalk at night.jpg
Lights reflect off the water at Pueblo's riverwalk at night.jpg

Faux First Friday Community Festival on Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo

125 E. Riverwalk | 4-8 p.m. | The Colorado Creative Industries consortium, involving more than 300 stakeholders from more than 60 towns across Colorado, will culminate with the Faux First Friday event featuring local artists and businesses, a variety of musical performances and entertainment, plus restaurants and food trucks serving Pueblo culinary favorites. Find out more at sdc-arts.org/creative-consortium-pueblo.

Comedy Show by Underground Improv at Fuel & Iron Food Hall

400 S. Union Ave. | Doors 5:30 p.m., show 6-8 p.m. | Enjoy the "Come What May" comedy show featuring local talent while enjoying dinner and drinks in the food hall's loading dock. The show has a PG-13 rating. Advance tickets cost $10 online or $15 at the door.

1970s Retro Dance or Writer's Workshop at The Ethos

615 E. Mesa Ave. | 7-9 p.m. for the workshop, 7-11 p.m. the dance | The writer's workshop is designed and facilitated by the host of "the id." All writers are welcome. Cost is $30 per person. The '70s Dance Night offers a chance to get down and get funky while movin' and groovin' to your favorite '70s tunes. Cost is a $5 cover. All ages are welcome before 9 p.m., but adult supervision is required for ages 15 and younger after 9 p.m.

The Savannah Sipping Society at the Impossible Playhouse

1201 N. Main St. | 7:30 p.m. May 10 and May 11 | The comedy play, directed by Dawn Thompson, follows four unique Southern women, all needing to escape their daily routines, who are drawn together for an impromptu happy hour. Cost is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors or military, or $11 for members and students. Reservations can be made by calling 719-542-6969 and tickets are sold online.

Saturday, May 11

World War II history talk at Pueblo West Library

298 S. Joe Martinez Blvd. | 10:30 a.m.-noon | Join retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. Nathan Watanabe for "Go for Broke, the 100/442nd Regimental Combat Team of WWII," featuring tales of action by Asian-Pacific Americans. The presentation will include artifacts, photos, uniforms, and a WWII-era Jeep.

Comedians Ricky Ramos (top) Dylan Kantor (bottom left) and Darron Finesilver are set to serve up some laughs May 11 at the Blue Cactus Room at El Nopal in Pueblo.
Comedians Ricky Ramos (top) Dylan Kantor (bottom left) and Darron Finesilver are set to serve up some laughs May 11 at the Blue Cactus Room at El Nopal in Pueblo.

Comedy Night at the Blue Cactus Room

1435 E. Evans Ave. | El Nopal dinner 5-7 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m. | The event stars comedians Ricky Ramos, Dylan Kantor and special guest Darron Finesilver. Cost is $13 and tickets are on sale at eventbrite.com/e/comedy-night-at-the-blue-cactus-room-may-2024-tickets.

Second Saturday Karaoke at The Ethos

615 E. Mesa Ave. | 7-11 p.m. | Karaoke with KJs Treble and Harmony during the free event.

Sunday, May 12

Mother's Day Brunch at the Pueblo Convention Center

320 Central Main St. | Sessions at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. | The event will feature a breakfast buffet, prime rib carving station, baked potato bar, salad bar and dessert station. Cost is $40 for adults, $34 for seniors ages 62 and older, $27 for children ages 6 to 11, or free for children 5 and younger. Advance reservations are required by calling 719-583-4961.

Wednesday, May 15

Role Playing Game Night at The Ethos

615 E. Mesa Ave. | 5:30-10 p.m. | Four different tabletop role playing games are offered for those who want to play a full adventure in one night. Free to play, but advance sign up is recommended. Call 719-281-6215 or email info@ethospueblo.com.

Rawlings Public Library
Rawlings Public Library

Ladies of Many Hats presentation at Rawlings Public Library

100 E. Abriendo Ave. in the Ryals Grande Event Space, fourth floor | 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday | Hear stories of women who contributed to Pueblo’s history from 1870 to 1960. The event includes modeling of vintage and replica hats. Learn how hat styles mirrored the social and political changes of the times. Refreshments provided. The event is co-sponsored by the Pueblo Heritage Museum.

Thursday, May 16

Third Thursday Karaoke at The Ethos

615 E. Mesa Ave. | 7-11 p.m. | Karaoke with KJs Treble and Harmony during the free event.

Third Thursday Open Mic at Blo Back Gallery

131 Spring St. | Sign up at 6 p.m., performances from 6:30-9 p.m. | The event is free and open to all ages.

All About Herbs program at Lucero Library

1315 E. Seventh St. | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Learn all about growing, enjoying and preserving herbs with the Cooking Matters and CSU Extension Master Gardener programs. To register for the free event, visit pueblolibrary.org or call 719-562-5600.

Friday, May 17

Sushi preparation class at Pueblo West Library

298 S. Joe Martinez Blvd. | noon-2 p.m. | Join the Japan America Society of Southern Colorado to learn the art and preparation of sushi. Register at pueblolibrary.org or call 719-562-5600. The class is free.

Mental health awareness research program at Rawlings Library

100 E. Abriendo Ave., first-floor Thurston meeting room | 3 p.m. | Join the reference librarian for tips on mental health awareness research. One-on-one research appointments are available.

Impossible Playhouse, 1201 N. Main St.
Impossible Playhouse, 1201 N. Main St.

Ghostlight Series Play at Impossible Playhouse

1201 N. Main St. | 7:30 p.m. May 17-18 and 2 p.m. May 19 | Join Director Craig Smith and the Impossible Players for "Gruesome Playground Injuries" by Rajiv Joseph. The show is R rated. All tickets are $10. Reservations can be made by calling 719-542-6969 and tickets are sold online.

Saturday, May 18

The Pueblo Railway Museum will offer train rides to the public May 18 at the Pueblo Union Depot.
The Pueblo Railway Museum will offer train rides to the public May 18 at the Pueblo Union Depot.

Public train rides at Pueblo Railway Museum

132 W. B St. | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The train will depart every 20 minutes from behind the Pueblo Union Depot. Tickets are on sale in the museum gift shop, a converted caboose near the passenger boarding area. Cost is $15 for a ride in the engine or $10 for a ride in one of the three cabooses. Children younger than 2 ride the train free. Payment is by cash or check only, please.

Alan Bromwell is set to headline the comedy show May 18 at 1129 Spirits & Eatery in Pueblo.
Alan Bromwell is set to headline the comedy show May 18 at 1129 Spirits & Eatery in Pueblo.

Comedy show at 1129 Spirits & Eatery

115 E. Riverwalk | 8 p.m | Pueblo's Douglas Sterner is host, plus Denver-based comedians Jason Alexander and Headliner Alan Bromwell will perform. The cost is $15 per person and tickets can be purchased in advance at the restaurant or at the door. There is a two-item order minimum from either the bar or kitchen on the night of the show. Find out more at Pueblo Pfunny Facebook page.

Sunday, May 19

Afternoon Matinee at Rosemount Carriage House

406 W. 15th St. | 2-4 p.m. | "Something to Talk About" starring Julia Roberts, Robert Duvall and Dennis Quaid will be screened. The move is rated R. Cost is $5 per person and includes movie snacks.

Monday, May 20

Pueblo Stamp Club Meeting at Rawlings Library

100 E. Abriendo Ave., Friends of the Library Meeting Room | 1-3 p.m. | The meeting topic will focus on stamps of Antarctica. The meeting is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. Donations of U.S. and foreign stamps for free distribution at club meetings are welcome.

Tuesday, May 21

Folklorico and Mariachi performance at Ersilia Cruz Middle School

2727 W. 18th St. | 6-7 p.m. | The Bailes de Aztlan, or Dances from the Chicano Ancestral Homeland, program will feature 50 Ballet Folklorico student dancers and 50 Mariachi students in fourth through 12th grades who participate in the the Chavez Huerta Prepatory Academy folklorico and mariachi elective classes. The students created new dances and choreography to traditional folk songs from the album "Rolas de Aztlan: Songs from the Chicano Movement, a Smithsonian Folkways Recording." The songs were fueled by the Chicano Movement's quest for civil rights, economic justice, and cultural respect. The event is free and open to the public.

National Alliance on Mental Illness Seminar at Rawlings Library

100 E. Abriendo Ave., first floor, Bret Kelly B meeting room | 6-7:30 p.m. May 21 and again Friday, May 24 | This free seminar helps inform people who have loved ones with a mental health condition how to best support them.

Thursday, May 23

Spice Up Your Veggies class at Lucero Library

1315 E. Seventh St. | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Join members of Cooking Matters to learn how to cook vegetables in different ways and add flavor with spices. Register at pueblolibrary.org or call 719-562-5600. The class is free.

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This article originally appeared on The Pueblo Chieftain: Things to do in Pueblo, Colorado for Mother's Day and beyond