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 and 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!
December
Vegetable Gardening Basics
December 18, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Aurora Central Library
14949 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80012
Join us for an informative class all about vegetable gardening! Register HERE
January
How to Shop a Seed Catalog
January 10, 9am-10am
Eloise May Library
1471 S Parker Rd, Denver, CO 80231
Join Arapahoe County master gardeners Jessie Asimus and Elaine Davis at the Eloise May library on Saturday, January 10th at 9 am to learn how to peruse a seed catalog when planning your perfect garden. Register here
Cottage Food Safety Training
January 23, 9am-12:30pm
Online Zoom Presentation. $50.00
Learn food safety guidelines and the specifics of operating a home-based cottage food business. Better understand the Colorado Cottage Food Act. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Register here
February
Cottage Food Safety Training
February 27, 9am-12:30pm
Online Zoom Presentation. $50.00
Learn food safety guidelines and the specifics of operating a home-based cottage food business. Better understand the Colorado Cottage Food Act. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Register here
March
Cottage Food Safety Training
March 20, 9am-12:30pm
Online Zoom Presentation. $50.00
Learn food safety guidelines and the specifics of operating a home-based cottage food business. Better understand the Colorado Cottage Food Act. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Register here
April
Cottage Food Safety Training
April 10, 9am-12:30pm
Online Zoom Presentation. $50.00
Learn food safety guidelines and the specifics of operating a home-based cottage food business. Better understand the Colorado Cottage Food Act. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Register here
May
Cottage Food Safety Training
May 1, 9am-12:30pm
Online Zoom Presentation. $50.00
Learn food safety guidelines and the specifics of operating a home-based cottage food business. Better understand the Colorado Cottage Food Act. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Register here
Growing Tomatoes
May 16, 9:30am-10:30am
Hudson Gardens Demonstration Vegetable Garden
6115 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120
Join us for a free, informal talk on “Planting Tomatoes” at Hudson Gardens Vegetable Demonstration Garden. When is the right time to plant your tomatoes? How do you plant those “leggy” tomato plants? Should you take off the blossoms and fruit on the plants before planting? This fun, practical class will answer all these questions and more. Presented by Arapahoe County Extension Colorado Master Gardeners.
June
Fertilizing the Vegetable Garden
June 20, 9:30am-10:30am
Hudson Gardens Demonstration Vegetable Garden
6115 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120
Presented by Arapahoe County Extension Colorado Master Gardeners this is a free and informal talk that will answer you questions on fertilizing your vegetable garden. Questions like, when do you fertilize? What kind of fertilizer is best for the vegetable garden? How often should you fertilize and more.
Cottage Food Safety Training
June 26, 9am-12:30pm
Online Zoom Presentation. $50.00
Learn food safety guidelines and the specifics of operating a home-based cottage food business. Better understand the Colorado Cottage Food Act. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Register here
July
What’s “Bugging” your Garden
July 18, 9:30am-10:30am
Hudson Gardens Demonstration Vegetable Garden
6115 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120
Japanese Beetle season is upon us. Join us for a free, informal talk at Hudson Gardens Vegetable Demonstration Garden. We will discuss the life cycle of this pest and what are the best methods for control. There will also be discussion about the Emerald Ash Borer. Find out how and when to treat your Ash trees to keep your trees healthy.
Cottage Food Safety Training
July 31, 9am-12:30pm
Online Zoom Presentation. $50.00
Learn food safety guidelines and the specifics of operating a home-based cottage food business. Better understand the Colorado Cottage Food Act. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Register here
August
Cottage Food Safety Training
August 14, 9am-12:30pm
Online Zoom Presentation. $50.00
Learn food safety guidelines and the specifics of operating a home-based cottage food business. Better understand the Colorado Cottage Food Act. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Register here
Extending the Growing Season
August 15, 9:30-10:30am
Hudson Gardens Demonstration Vegetable Garden
6115 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120
Join us at Hudson Gardens Vegetable Demonstration Garden to learn how you can extend your gardening season into the fall and winter. This free, informal talk will give you practical tips for growing vegetables, like beets, broccoli, carrots, and spinach to harvest in September or October.
September
Cottage Food Safety Training
September 11, 9am-12:30pm
Online Zoom Presentation. $50.00
Learn food safety guidelines and the specifics of operating a home-based cottage food business. Better understand the Colorado Cottage Food Act. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Register here.
October
Cottage Food Safety Training
October 23, 9am-12:30pm
Online Zoom Presentation. $50.00
Learn food safety guidelines and the specifics of operating a home-based cottage food business. Better understand the Colorado Cottage Food Act. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Register here.
November
Cottage Food Safety Training
November 13, 9am-12:30pm
Online Zoom Presentation. $50.00
Learn food safety guidelines and the specifics of operating a home-based cottage food business. Better understand the Colorado Cottage Food Act. Upon completion of the webinar and passing the accompanying exam, receive a 3-year food safety certificate. Register here.
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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