Events in Colorado Springs
Design a gorgeous handmade wreath to brighten your door and usher in SPRING!Join Sweetwater to learn the fundamentals of wreath making. Each person will get a tutorial on the basics of building a wreath, choosing your ingredients, and design principles for knowing where to place each green and flower. Cost is $58/personWorkshop includes: - A …
The Philharmonic’s principal oboe Noah Kay takes center stage in Strauss’ Oboe Concerto, among the composer’s final and most elegiac works. This is followed by Richard Wagner’s “The Ring Without Words,” which condenses his four-opera “Ring of the Nibelung” into a singular outpouring of emotion and excitement.
The Philharmonic’s principal oboe Noah Kay takes center stage in Strauss’ Oboe Concerto, among the composer’s final and most elegiac works. This is followed by Richard Wagner’s “The Ring Without Words,” which condenses his four-opera “Ring of the Nibelung” into a singular outpouring of emotion and excitement.
Learn how the classic cocktail, the gin and tonic, was first created.Learn about the history of the gin and tonic, how it started as a way to keep sailors healthy to the beloved classic cocktail that it is today! Learn how to make our famous tonic syrups while sipping different versions of gin and tonics.Included …
Learn the basics of macrame knots while crafting a beautiful wreath for your front door, or as an accent for a wall in your house. This class, led by Megan of Megan Gets Knotty, will walk participants through all of the basics of macramé, starting with how to tie different types of knots. Each participant …
Start you own home business with the Cottage Foods Food Safety Certification!This training provides a 3-year certification and meets the food safety training requirement for the Colorado Cottage Foods Act established and supported by the Colorado State Dept. of Health & Environment.Participants learn food safety guidelines and the specifics for operating a small home-based cottage …
Introduction to oil painting through this fun landscape painting. Paint just the landscape, or give it a nod to Star Wars.We are excited to announce the new collaboration between Art from Early and Sweetwater Flower Market for an introduction to oil paint and landscape art. Stephen will break down color theory and other skills as …
Learn flower pressing techniques and make an imprint with a personalized, pressed floral, reusable, canvas bag.Hammered Flower Art is an ancient Cherokee technique used to dye fabric or paper. Join us for a unique experience as you work with fresh floral to make an reusable bag reflecting the natural beauty of your favorite flowers. Bag …
Come capture the beauty of spring in the Pikes Peak region by learning to use palette knives to create texture and layers on your paintings.Can you smell the fresh air and see the early mist below snow-capped Pike's Peak? Join Tyler Dixon for an acrylic landscape painting workshop and capture the beauty of spring in …
Select beautiful fresh flowers and learn the art of making a flower crown.Celebrate yourself or a special season by learning the art of weaving flowers into a lovely flower crown. Good for portraits, dances, a night out, birthday parties, weddings, or any other occasion that you want to feel special.Cost: $42/personCost includes: A seat in …
Let the beauty of spring overshadow the final frost of winter. Join Tyler to paint this cheerful painting to brighten your home or office.Shake off winter and fill your home with spring cheer as you paint this fun painting with Tyler Dixon. For beginners, no experience needed! Make your art come alive as you add …
Immerse yourself in spring and learn how to make a sweet little felted violet, nestled in a terracotta pot."The earth laughs in flowers." Ralph Waldo EmersonImmerse yourself in spring and learn how to make a sweet little felted violet, nestled in a terracotta pot. For this class, we will be snipping wool-blend felt sheets, gluing …
Introduction to Canning: Water Bath CanningIntroduction to Canning: Water Bath Canning From preserving your garden harvest to putting up locally purchased produce, canning is a great way to preserve the season’s bounty. Unlike baking, home canning requires knowledge of the science behind food preservation. In this introductory class, participants will learn about the risk of …
The three-time Grammy Award winning Mariachi Los Camperos bring the flavor of Mexico to Colorado Springs, including their skillfully arranged versions of classical melodies and traditional favorites, making up an unforgettably festive night.
The three-time Grammy Award winning Mariachi Los Camperos bring the flavor of Mexico to Colorado Springs, including their skillfully arranged versions of classical melodies and traditional favorites, making up an unforgettably festive night.