Events in Colorado Springs
Honoring those who serve to protect, we are hosting our seventh annual “Law Enforcement Appreciation Day” 1m, 5K, 10K, 13.1, and 26.2 *SIGN UP NOW FOR $16 INSTEAD OF THE REGULAR $18! Join our Facebook Community of more than 23,000 members HERE! Honoring those who serve to protect, we are hosting our seventh annual “Law …
REMINDER THIS IS NOT THE CERTIFICATION FOR COTTAGE FOODS TRAINING. This is for food service workers.REMINDER THIS IS NOT THE CERTIFICATION FOR COTTAGE FOODS TRAINING. This is for food service workers. The Food Safety Works safe food handler certificate training teaches entry-level food workers how to safely handle, prepare and store food. This certification is taught …
This Rockabilly festival features a pre-’76 car show, drag racing, burnout and flamethrower contests, onsite pinstriping, pin-up contest and multiple Genuine American Music bands performing live on multiple stages. Onsite camping is available to enjoy an entire weekend of entertainment in the Rocky Mountains. Tickets on sale now at www.hotrodrock.com. Children 16 and under are free.
Ever wanted to start your own home bar? Learn some of the basic things you need to get started!Learn about all the basics on how to start your own home bar. What base spirits, liqueurs, mixers, tools, and books to have for all your cocktail creation and bartending needs. Learn about some basics skills to …
Colorado State University Extension - El Paso CountyColorado State University Extension has created a workshop focusing on the Mediterranean diet. This workshop will answer questions about key characteristics of the Mediterranean lifestyle and how foods in the diet contribute to health. Plus, you will learn how to make fresh home-made hummus and try a delicious …
Colorado State University Extension: El Paso CountyTesting your pressure canner dial gauge annually is vital in keeping your pressure canned products safe. Gauges that read high cause under-processing and may result in unsafe food. Low readings cause over-processing. You can purchase your pressure canner gauge testing with or without The Complete Guide to Home Canning …
Bask in the final glow of summer before moving into the busier days of fall. Hone your hosting skills for upcoming holiday parties.Ever arrived at a party and been asked …
Craft a gorgeous tote basket from start do finish during this workshop at Sweetwater Flower Market.Join Sandi Moede and Sweetwater Flower Market in crafting a hand woven basket from start to finish. The basket tote is perfect for taking to the farmers market, placing by your chair to store books, filling with dried flowers for …
Preserve the Season: Salsa Class Learn how to make salsa in our hands-on class and take a jar home! Salsa can be a fun and easy!Preserve the Season: Salsa ClassLearn how to make salsa in our hands-on class and take a jar home! Salsa can be a fun and easy way to preserve tomatoes to …
Learn the art of preserving flowers through using a press. Design and craft a set of 4 unique coasters during the workshop to take home!Have you had a bouquet that is meaningful to you, or found a bloom or leaf that you love during a hike and are sad that the beauty will fade away? …
Design a gorgeous handmade wreath to brighten your door and celebrate summer blooms!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 …
Join Sweetwater and Lisa to practice watercolor techniques and play with the paint and then create a sweet sunflower painting to take home!Step into the wonderful world of watercolor by practicing and playing with techniques, then apply your knowledge to complete a vibrant 5x7” flower painting together as we look at real flowers. We will …
Explore a variety of media as you design a journal with a cover as unique as you!Have you ever wondered how to create beautiful mixed media art journal cover?In this fun class, we will explore many mediums such as plaster, paint, stamps, washy tapes, stencils and more. Each participant will get to play and explore …
Join us Tuesday 9/12, for an introduction into the art and culture of Japanese Flower arranging and the spirit of Tea Ceremonies.Take a step back from the craziness of life for a moment of serenity and simplicity. Join Sweetwater Flower Market and Jan Wolfe for a workshop that invites you into a story going back …
Craft a gorgeous tote basket from start do finish during this workshop at Sweetwater Flower Market.Join Sandi Moede and Sweetwater Flower Market in crafting a hand woven basket from start to finish. This sweet little basket is called a melon basket for its shape. It’s a ribbed basket and very easy for beginning weavers to …
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 …
Launch fall with this fun pumpkin palette knife workshop taught by Roxy Dee Designs.Join Sweetwater Flower Market and Roxy Dee Designs for a fun evening painting a fall favorite, pumpkins! Learn to use a palette knife with acrylic paint on canvas to make a 3-dimensional design. Roxy loves helping people of all skill levels and …
Fall is here! Come learn the art of needle felting and take home a patch of pumpkins to celebrate the season!In this class we will make a collection of 3 felt pumpkins. With your creativity and imagination, you will craft a unique felt "patch" of pumpkins for you to be proud of. Pumpkins will vary …
Learn flower hammered floral art 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 …
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 …
Learn the art of preserving flowers through using a press. Design and craft a preserved bouquet in a pretty glass frame.Have you had a bouquet that is meaningful to you, or found a bloom or leaf that you love during a hike and are sad that the beauty will fade away? Join us in discussing …
Join Sweetwater and Lisa to craft and create in a watercolor journal.Craft and Create in a Watercolor JournalWe will construct an accordion watercolor journal using high quality paper for the pages and a choice of paper covering cardboard for the cover. (Cover, 4x6”, pages, 3 3/4”x 5 1/2”) Then, after some watercolor exercises, we will …
Join us for a kickass monthly industry brunch hosted by Lee Spirits, where good food, great drinks, and awesome networking collide!Lee Spirits Monthly Industry BrunchJoin us for the Lee Spirits Monthly Industry Brunch at Brooklyn's on Boulder St. This in-person event is a must-attend for all spirits industry professionals! Indulge in a delightful Sunday brunch …
Learn about the Golden Era of cocktails, which helped to shape cocktail history.Learn about the Golden Era of Cocktails.From the mid-1800s until the Great War, creative bartenders and owners reshaped the bar landscape and led to the first golden age of cocktails.Taught by the Garden's Lazlo Steele.Included with Ticket:Welcome PunchSamples of Golden Era Cocktails and …
Colorado State University Extension - El Paso CountyColorado State University Extension has created a workshop focusing on the Mediterranean diet. This workshop will answer questions about key characteristics of the Mediterranean lifestyle and how foods in the diet contribute to health. Plus, you will learn how to make fresh home-made hummus and try a delicious …
Join Sweetwater Flower Market to learn how to design a gorgeous fall floral arrangement in our signature style.A tisket, a tasket, fall floral in a basket. Imagine yourself surrounded by blooms....Join Sweetwater Flower Market to learn how to design a gorgeous fall floral arrangement in our signature style. Liz will walk participants through elevating their …
After taking this class, you will have a better understanding of the benefits of indoor plants and how to care for them with success.After taking this class, you will have a better understanding of the benefits of indoor plants and how to care for them with success. In addition, you will participate in hands-on propagation …
Learn how craft your own candle with Moonchild Candle. Choose the perfect scent and add a crackling wood wick for a personal touch.Join Sweetwater Flower Market and Jenny from Moonchild Candle Company for a personalized candle-making experience. In this workshop, Jenny shares years of study and experience as she teaches the basics of crafting candles …
Learn how to make your own hand poured, soy, Moonchild candle in a stylish baguette-length dough bowl. Customizable wick type and &scentJoin Jenny from Moonchild Candle and Sweetwater Flower Market for a personalized workshop teaching you how to craft unique and clean-burning candles. Learn from Jenny's years of study and experience as she launches you …