Things to do in Pueblo for Nov. 11-24: Craft sales, veterans tribute and Indigenous film fest

Tracy Harmon, The Pueblo Chieftain
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Friday, Nov. 11

Holiday Craft and Bake Sale at Ecumenical Church of Pueblo West

434 S. Conquistador Ave. | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday | Event features Christmas decorations and gifts, handmade crafts and baked goods. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are also available.

Puebloans celebrate Memorial Day on Veterans Bridge at the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk in 2018.
Puebloans celebrate Memorial Day on Veterans Bridge at the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk in 2018.

Pueblo County Veterans Day Ceremony at the Riverwalk

Veterans Bridge near Gateway Park, behind 120 Riverwalk Place | 11 a.m. | The annual event will honor all local veterans who have served. Master of ceremonies is Col. Jeff Chostner, who served in the U.S. Air Force. Guest speakers include Brian McCain of the Air Force, Paul Hendricksen of the U.S. Army, Mike Herrera of the U.S. Marine Corps and Zach Swearingen of the U.S. Navy. The event will include a presentation of colors, a flyover, 21-gun salute and the playing of "Taps."

Warren Miller's 'Daymaker' film screening at Pueblo Memorial Hall

1 City Hall Place | 7 p.m. | A screening of Warren Miller's latest ski and snowboard film. Door prizes will be awarded. Cost is $18.

Rabbit Hole at Steel City Theatre Company

241 S. Santa Fe Ave. | 7:30 p.m. shows on Nov. 11, 12, 18, 19; 1:30 p.m. shows on Nov. 12, 13, 18, 20 | Written by David Lindsay-Abaire, the dramatic play takes us into the lives of a couple who lose their 4-year-old son in a random, tragic accident. The play delves into the complexities of a family navigating deep grief and learning what it means to live a fruitful life when things fall apart. Tickets cost $12 to $15 and are available online at steelcitytheatre.org.

Saturday, Nov. 12

Holiday Craft Fair at Pueblo First Church of the Nazarene

84 Stanford Ave. | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Crafters market designed to help you get a head start on your holiday shopping.

Treasures at Trinity at Trinity Lutheran Church

701 W. Evans Ave. | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Early holiday shopping is offered at this arts and crafts fair.

Holiday Craft and Boutique Sale at King of Kings Lutheran Church

2561 Vinewood Lane, back entrance | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13 | Holiday crafts and goods will be available. Event includes prize drawings, breakfast burritos and homemade soup.

Top Hats and Tiaras Toy and Food Drive at Eagles Lodge No. 145

1615 S. Prairie Ave. | 6 p.m. cocktail hour, 7-10 p.m. dancing | Dress in your holiday finest and start the season by giving to those less fortunate. Bring a new, unwrapped toy plus a nonperishable food item. Proceeds and items will go to the Migrant Education Program of Southeast Colorado. Cost is $15 per person, and light snacks are included.

El Pueblo History Museum, 301 N. Union Ave.
El Pueblo History Museum, 301 N. Union Ave.

Sunday, Nov. 13

Indigenous Film Festival at El Pueblo History Museum

302 N. Union Ave. | Noon to 4 p.m. | This free event features two documentary screenings followed by a panel discussion.

Tuesday, Nov. 15

Stargazing at Nature and Wildlife Discovery Center

5200 Nature Center Road | 6:30 p.m. | Members of the Southern Colorado Astronomical Society Club will lead a telescope viewing session. Alternate date is Nov. 17 if weather does not cooperate Nov. 15.

Pueblo Union Depot,132 W. B Street
Pueblo Union Depot,132 W. B Street

Italian American History at the Union Depot

132 W. B St. | 6:30-9 p.m. | Part two is 6:30-9 p.m. Nov. 17 | Historian and museum director Marianna Gatto will present. Event is free. To RSVP, call 719-549-2681 or email rsvpcsup@gmail.com.

Thursday, Nov. 17

Holiday Pop-Up at Pueblo Community College

900 W. Orman Ave., PCC welcome center | 5-8 p.m. | Small businesses will showcase products and items available for holiday shoppers. Participants can donate a nonperishable item to support the PCC Student Pantry.

Friday, Nov. 18

Pueblo Home Show at Pueblo Convention Center

320 Central Main | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; Saturday, Nov. 19; and Sunday, Nov. 20 | Local residents can get ideas and take advantage of savings for home improvement projects. Admission is free.

Latino Chamber Appreciation Luncheon at Eagleridge Events Center

805 Eagleridge Blvd., Suite 170 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Appreciation luncheon for members. Cost is $16.

Saturday, Nov. 19

A Night in Vegas at Colorado State University Pueblo

2100 Bonforte Blvd., Occhiato Student Center Ballroom | Cocktails at 4:30 p.m., dinner at 5:30 p.m. | Event celebrates Pueblo West Chamber turning 21 years old with dinner, card games and slots.

Thursday, Nov. 24

Turkey Trot at the YMCA

3200 E. Spaulding Ave. | 8:15 a.m., free 1-kilometer kids fun run for youths 12 and younger; 9 a.m. ,5K run and walk for adults | Cost is $35 for adults. Proceeds enable the organization to provide scholarships to families in need. Sign up online at runsignup.com.

Want us to include your event in this calendar? Send details by email, with "Things to Do" in the subject line, to tharmon@chieftain.com. The calendar is available online and is published in the paper on Fridays.

This article originally appeared on The Pueblo Chieftain: Things to do in Pueblo Nov. 11-24: Craft fairs, Veterans Day and more