“Have You Ever Wondered Wednesdays”
A free monthly Lunch & Learn series.
Presented by the Colorado State University Extension Team, Arapahoe County.
Bring your lunch, (we have microwaves to heat up food) & join us for
a free short topical presentation.
CSU Extension will provide healthy beverage options.
6934 S. Lima St., Suite B
12:10-12:55 pm
January 20
Have you ever wondered what the folks at Colorado State University Extension do besides the Arapahoe County Fair?
Come meet your new neighbors and find out about our services and educational programming happening all over the
county. Sign up here
February 24
Have you ever wondered how you could start saving money and building your personal wealth? Come learn strategies
to start small and think big. Sign up here
March 30
Have you ever wondered if you could start your own backyard flock of chickens? You can’t beat having fresh eggs every
day and chickens make great pets. Come to this lunch and learn to find out more about what it takes to raise poultry.
We will give you the basics that everyone should know before they decide to keep chickens and will be available to help
answer any questions that you have. Sign up here
April 20
Have you ever wondered how landscape trees affect your property value? In mature landscapes, some types of trees
have lower value while others have higher value. Some trees provide shade while others may also provide privacy
screening, showy flowers, fruit or fall color. Come and learn some good tree choices and the basics of planting, care and
pruning. Sign up here
May 18
Have you ever wondered why lawn care seems a bit like rocket science? Armed with some time and a little knowledge
of what lawn grasses need, you can do it yourself and save money. Come and learn the basics of DIY lawn care. Sign up
here
June 15
Have you ever wondered what STEM stands for? Are you looking for fun and educational activities to do with your kids
at home? Come learn about quick and easy STEM activities to bring home to your family. Sign up here
June 22
Have you ever wondered why your garden tomatoes look half-rotten or spotted? Come and learn about tomato
disorders, diseases and insects – and how to prevent them from affecting your backyard crop. Sign up here
August 3
Have you ever wondered – what are these shiny copper and green beetles, and where did they come from? Japanese
Beetles have become annoying pests in western Arapahoe County, feeding on roses, grapes, Virginia creeper, linden,
beans and many other garden and landscape plants. Are there any good control options? Sign up here
August 31
Have you ever wondered if you are helping your kids too much or not enough? Come ready to discuss how to find the
right balance and the appropriate role adults can take when supporting children in youth activities (sports, school, 4-H,
etc.). Sign up here
September 21
Have you ever wondered if there is a local program where youth can launch a rocket, design their own clothing or teach
a dog to sit? Well there is. Come learn how 4-H programs help youth discover new things, develop new skills, get hands
on leadership experiences and make positive differences in their community. Sign up here
October 26
Have you ever wondered how the bacteria in your gut helps influence how well you digest food and impacts your
immune system? Come learn the connection between your gut flora and your health and what you can do to improve
the beneficial bacteria balance in your body. Sign up here
November 16
Have you ever wondered if the foods you’re about to eat at the office pot luck will make you sick? Or are the
Thanksgiving leftovers safe to eat on Monday? Come learn important food safety guidelines to use at home, work and
while traveling. Sign up here
December 7
Have you ever wondered why the recipes that you loved a sea level are complete flops here? Come learn what’s going
on and how to make high altitude cooking adjustments to your favorite recipes. Sign up here
December 14
Have you ever wondered what you could do with your kids on snow days or school breaks? How about quick 30 -40
minute activities that teach fun and easy science concepts. And the best part is you probably have all the supplies under
your sink or somewhere in your house. Join us for science fun. Sign up here