This calendar is a list of all public event and classes offered by Arapahoe County Extension. Some of the virtual classes may be offered by Extension offices in partnering counties. Other events may be offered that are closed to the public and available to program participants (e.g. 4-H members, Colorado Master Gardeners). Click here if you are interested in becoming a 4-H member, Colorado Master Gardener or Native Plant Master volunteer.
You may also request a program for your organization or school. Options for adults are youth are available.
- Family and Consumer Sciences (food preservation, food safety, nutrition, health, family financial management, etc.)
- Horticulture (yard, gardening, trees, insects, etc.)
- 4-H School and Community programs (embryology, in-school, after school, summer camps, kit programs, etc.)
For questions, please email CSU-Extension@arapahoegov.com or call the office at 303-730-1920.
To view other great programs Arapahoe County Extension has offered, please visit our Past Events page!
October
Meal Planning with Confidence
October 9, 7:00pm-8:00pm
Cost for webinar is $5.00.
In this one-hour webinar, we will:
• Explore the many benefits of meal planning
• Review the basic steps for creating and organizing a meal plan
• Use a meal planning template to create a customized menu
• Create a shopping list based on your meal plan.
This class includes printable meal planning and shopping list templates, and 5 master recipe guides for pasta, frittata, soup, casserole, and stir-fry meals. Register HERE
Entomology for Kids
October 10, 5:00pm-6:00pm
Englewood Public Library
Learn about the live of insects through an interactive program for ages 5-10.
Introduction to Xeriscaping
October 12, 12:00pm-2:00pm
Englewood Public Library
Have you ever wondered what xeriscaping really is? Arapahoe County Master Gardener Nina Mbengue will explain the basic principles of xeriscaping, what benefits you can gain from a xeric garden, and how to go about installing your own colorful waterwise garden. Register HERE
Cottage Food Safety Training
October 17, 6:00pm-9:30pm
Cost for webinar is $50.00.
This food safety webinar meets the food safety-training requirements in the Colorado Cottage Foods Act. Participants learn food safety guidelines and the specifics for operating a home-based cottage food business from a home kitchen. Participants also learn about the most current Colorado Cottage Food Act guidelines and best practices. Participants learn the basics of proper hygiene; preventing cross contamination and cross contact of food allergens; proper sanitation requirements, storage, transporting products and sales requirements. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, participants receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Proof of attending an approved food safety training is required by most Colorado Market managers. Registration closes 5 days prior to the workshop. Register HERE
Upcycling Costume Class
October 19, 4:00pm
Tallyn’s Reach Library
Bring items from your home to upcycle into your own costume.
High Elevation Baking Presentation
October 23, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Cost for virtual workshop is $5.00.
Have you ever been disappointed when your favorite recipe failed to produce expected results when made at higher elevation? At altitudes above 3,000 feet, recipes may require changes in time, temperature, or ingredients to achieve desired results. In this basic virtual workshop participants will learn about the important role that many ingredients play in baking and about possible adjustments to make when baking your favorite recipes. Register HERE
Easy Care Landscapes
October 24, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Aurora Central Library
14949 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80012
Join us for an informative discussion about what an easy-care landscape is and how to achieve it. Master Gardener Nina Mbengue will talk about how to create a low maintenance landscape that uses fewer inputs by selecting the proper plants. This class will cover tons of great plant choices that can help you create your own easy-care landscape. Register HERE
STEAM Club
October 29, 4:30pm-5:30pm
Tallyn’s Reach Library
Explore science, technology, engineering, art, or math! STEAM Club is designed for first through sixth grades (ages 6-12). Participants must be at least six years old to register. Event is free and open to the public. Register HERE
November
Cottage Food Safety Training
November 1, 9:00am-12:30pm
Cost for webinar is $50.00.
This food safety webinar meets the food safety-training requirements in the Colorado Cottage Foods Act. Participants learn food safety guidelines and the specifics for operating a home-based cottage food business from a home kitchen. Participants also learn about the most current Colorado Cottage Food Act guidelines and best practices. Participants learn the basics of proper hygiene; preventing cross contamination and cross contact of food allergens; proper sanitation requirements, storage, transporting products and sales requirements. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, participants receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Proof of attending an approved food safety training is required by most Colorado Market managers. Registration closes 5 days prior to the workshop. Register HERE
Understanding Credit Freezes
November 13, 7:00pm-8:00pm
Cost for virtual session is $5.00.
You will learn:
• Why you should consider freezing your credit
• How to initiate a free credit freeze for yourself
• How to freeze the credit of a child under 16
• Precautions and best practices for freezing, unfreezing and monitoring your credit.
For questions about registration, please contact Sheila Gains at sheila.gains@colostate.edu. Register HERE
Happy Houseplants
November 21, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Aurora Central Library
14949 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80012
Come learn all about how to keep your Houseplants happy and thriving! Long time Master Gardener Donnetta Wilhelm will cover everything you need to know about how to pick the perfect houseplant and how to properly care for them. This class will cover the common pests, diseases and problems of houseplants and how to deal with them. Registration coming.
STEAM Club
November 26, 4:30pm-5:30pm
Tallyn’s Reach Library
Explore science, technology, engineering, art, or math! STEAM Club is designed for first through sixth grades (ages 6-12). Participants must be at least six years old to register. Event is free and open to the public. Register HERE
December
STEAM Club
December 3, 4:30pm-5:30pm
Tallyn’s Reach Library
Explore science, technology, engineering, art, or math! STEAM Club is designed for first through sixth grades (ages 6-12). Participants must be at least six years old to register. Event is free and open to the public. Register HERE
Beauty and the Bees
December 19, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Aurora Central Library
14949 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80012
Join Arapahoe County CSU Extension Horticulture Specialist, Lisa Mason for a talk about bees and pollinators. Lisa manages the Native Bee Watch, a citizen science program that monitors native bees. In this class you will learn what you can do in your own yard to build habitat and support pollinators and bees. Registration coming.
Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider. | Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. | CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English.
Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. | Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables. | Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés.
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