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 …
Learn how to make your summer favorite blended drinksEver wonder why frozen drinks are a summer staple? Now you can learn how to make your favorite frozen cocktails. Included in the class:Welcome punchThe history of blended cocktailsTechniques and tricks on how to make the best frozen drinks4 different blended cocktails to enjoyRaffle Prizesand much more!**Must …
Learn the needle felting technique while making this keepsake Colorado state flag ornament at Sweetwater Flower Market for Colorado Day.Come celebrate Colorado's 147th birthday as you make a keepsake Colorado state flag ornament using the needle felting technique. August 1st commemorates the day that Colorado was admitted to be a state of the Union. The …
Learn the needle felting technique while making this keepsake Colorado state flag ornament at Sweetwater Flower Market for Colorado Day.Come celebrate Colorado's 147th birthday as you make a keepsake Colorado state flag ornament using the needle felting technique. August 1st commemorates the day that Colorado was admitted to be a state of the Union. The …
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 …
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 from our staff what inspired their summer seasonal cocktails and try a sample of every single one.Our staff will present each of their cocktails and explain their inspiration for their creation. All our guests will recieve a sample of each one, including our newest low abv and non-alcoholic. Included in Ticket:Samples of all seasonal …
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 …
A three week series of classes on native plant identification in the field. We will identify 40-60 plants throughout the course.Schedule: August 9th, 16th, and 23rd from 8:30AM-12:30PM. Participants must attend all three classes for course completion.Park Description: Garden of the Gods is a popular destination, known for its rock formations and picturesque views of …
Introduction to Canning: Water Bath CanningIntroduction to Canning: Water Bath Canning THIS CLASS WILL BE HELD AT THE DOUGLAS COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE410 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock, COFrom 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 …
Home Food Preservation Pickling Technique ClassFood Preservation Technique Class: Pickling In-PersonClass will be held at the Douglas County Extension OfficeLocation: 410 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock, CO. If you love pickled vegetables and summer relish, come learn how to make your own. You will learn how to safely water bath can pickles, relish, salsa and chutney. Spaces …
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 …
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 …
Colorado Dahlias are finally here! Join Sweetwater Flower Market for this fun floral arranging workshop with this seasonal show stopper.Sweetwater Flower Market is excited to host you for a Darling Dahlia floral arranging workshop. Familiarize yourself with one of America's sweethearts as you learn tips and techniques to make standout floral arrangements at home. This …
Learn how to paint our iconic hometown landscape in this fun workshop with Stephen Early on Wednesday 8/16 from 6-9Bask in the beauty of two of Colorado Springs most famous attractions as you paint a landscape of Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak. Stephen will focus on simplifying landscape paintings with basic shapes and …
Colorado Dahlias are finally here! Join Sweetwater Flower Market for this fun floral arranging workshop with this seasonal show stopper.Sweetwater Flower Market is excited to host you for a Darling Dahlia floral arranging workshop. Familiarize yourself with one of America's sweethearts as you learn tips and techniques to make standout floral arrangements at home. This …
Take a step towards a greener oasis in your home, and join Sweetwater and Potted in choosing and potting a new plant.Imagine your home as a garden oasis.....Ah, so lovely. Perhaps for some of you, all your houseplant dreams have come true! For others, it can be quite difficult to choose a plant that suits …
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 …
A word from the WISE, needle felting is a fun craft that is simple to learn. Come join us in making felt owls.In this class we will make a curious little owl. The project is from a felting kit. With your creativity and imagination, the owl will be a unique felted item for you to …
Get out of your shell and come make an adorable turtle using the needle felting technique.Summer nights are for evening of laughter and fun with friends. Join Sweetwater Flower Market and Monique and Tracey from the Felted Dog in learning the needle felting techinque and making an adorable turtle. The project is from a felting …
Home Food Preservation Pickling Technique ClassFood Preservation Technique Class: Pickling In-PersonIf you love pickled vegetables and summer relish, come learn how to make your own. You will learn how to safely water bath can pickles, relish, salsa and chutney. Spaces are limited. Pre-registration required. Registration closes on August 21st at 12:00 pm.Additional classes visit: https://epcextension.eventbrite.com/Pre-registration required. …
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.
Learn how to infuse your own flavors into different types of spirits!Ever wondered how we make our flavored products while hanging in a great new diner? Now you can learn how to do it yourself! Each person will get their own jar of vodka to infuse their own unique flavor combinations into. We will provide …
A botanical journey through Fountain Creek Regional Park where we will identify native plants and introduce botanical keying.Park Description: Fountain Creek Regional Park spans 460 acres and its riparian zones host abundant plant life and bird species. Invasive, alien plants take advantage of these conditions and encroach on native plant habitat. Witness first-hand how important …
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 what wine you would like to drink and been unsure what you like, or are baffled by the names on the menu? Hosting an event …
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? …