Sign Up for Free Cooking Classes at Williams-Sonoma

February 17, 2012

Need to brush up on your cooking techniques? Hey, Williams-Sonoma is here to help. Sign up for one of their FREE cooking classes before they’re all full. Williams-Sonoma Technique Classes teach fresh menu ideas, healthy recipes for family dinners, and both classic and new cooking techniques. Each class is dedicated to a specific culinary topic, such as cookware, tools or the best way to work with seasonal produce. Participants receive recipes, tastings of prepared dishes and a 10 percent savings on select same-day store purchases. Class size is limited so call to reserve a spot: 593-0261. Classes are held at 9 a.m. on Saturdays at the Briargate store. They include:  Feb. 25, fresh, fast pasta. Grab an apron and go!

Coupon Gives You $3 Off Any 12-Piece Meal at KFC

February 16, 2012

If a bucket of chicken is just what is needed on a work night,take advantage of this deal from KFC. You can get a coupon ONLINE to print out and take with you to get $3 off a 12-piece meal at the chicken restaurant. The deal includes 12 pieces of chicken, prepared any way they serve it, plus three large sides (mashed potatoes and gravy, coleslaw, etc.) and six biscuits. The offer is good through March 15. P:resent coupon when ordering. Only one coupon good per visit.

 

 

Sign Up for Cinemark’s Weekly Concession Coupons & Deals

February 16, 2012

If you patronize Cinemark and Tinseltown movie theaters, you need to know about this deal!  Sign up for Cinemark’s Weekly Email, and enjoy great discounts and values at your favorite Cinemark Theatre. You’ll get an email most Wednesdays thatinclude FREE Weekly Concession Coupons (a new coupon offer emailed each week) on such things as drinks and snacks, which you can redeem on your smart phone or by printing them out. You will get a shot, also, at advance tickets, special events, concerts and live broadcasts, the MET opera, fight nights and more.  You’ll also hear about contests, promotions and get exclusive weekly offers. To sign up, go ONLINE and follow the directions.

Fill In Your Family Tree with Genealogical Classes at Local Libraries

February 16, 2012

Want to know more about your ancestors? The Pikes Peak Library District offers a number of FREE classes in genealogy at various library locations. Upcoming sessions include:  Genealogy Level II Workshop on Saturday, Feb. 25 from 9 a.m.  to 1 p.m. at East Library; Genealogy on the Internet on Thursday, March 1 from 6  to 8:45 p.m. at Fountain Library; Digging For Your Family Roots, Tuesday, March 6 from 6  to  7:30 p.m. at High Prairie Library;  Genealogy Level III Workshop on Saturday, March 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at East Library. For more information, go to www.ppld.org or call 531-6333.

Need Summer Help? Need a Summer Job? Check This Out

February 16, 2012

Early job experience can be a valuable asset to young people. If you’re a kid looking for a summer job or an employer looking to hire, check out the Governor’s Summer Job Hunt Youth Job Fair on Thursday, March 8,  from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Stargazers Theatre, 10 S. Parkside Drive.  Employers in El Paso and Teller Counties who need to fill their summer positions and who pay the minimum wage of $7.64 per hour will be there to look at resumes and chat with job-seekers about summer employment.  There is no charge for employers to attend and participating employers get a FREE lunch! Employers: To reserve a booth, call Duke at 667.3839.

Mueller State Park Takes You for a Hike and Explorations

February 16, 2012

Mueller State Park near Divide is offering winter guided hikes and programs. Check for weather updates before traveling to the park by calling 687-2366. When hiking, always bring water, sun protection and dress in warm layers. The programs are FREE with a daily ($7 per vehicle) or an annual state parks pass.  Check out the hands-on samples and learn about local geology with volunteer naturalist Bob.  Take a Winter Hike in Elk Meadow, starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, leaving from the Elk Meadow Trailhead with naturalist Nancy.

Celebrate Mardi Gras/Fat Tuesday at Senior Center on Feb. 21

February 16, 2012

Celebrate “Fat Tuesday” — Mardi Gras – from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21 at the Colorado Springs Senior Center, 1514 N. Hancock Ave. Dan and Kim Christian, who are among the premier accordionists in the world, will provide the entertainment. There will be a crowning of a Mardi Gras king and queen, and refreshments will incude the traditional king cake. The event is FREE and tickets may be picked up now, as long as they last, at the senior center. For more information, call them at 387-6000

Get a Free Vacation in Colorado Springs for Yourself or Visitors

February 16, 2012

Maybe you’re new to the Pikes Peak region or maybe you’ve just never really explored it. How would you like a FREE staycation, including hotel and attractions and some meals? Enter the “55 in 5″ contest being sponsored by Visit Colorado Springs. The public is invited to enter the sweepstakes for a chance to win a dream Colorado Springs getaway for two,  to experience many unique local activities and stay at The Broadmoor, Cheyenne Mountain Resort or Crowne Plaza. (There are three packages being given away.) The sweepstakes, hosted on the Colorado Springs Facebook Page, will take entries through March 9. For official rules and to enter, go  ONLINE. Not sure what you’d do for five days? Oh, that’s easy! CLICK HERE for a video.

Get Encyclopedia Access for Your Students at a Bargain Rate

February 14, 2012

Maybe you can answer your kids’ questions when they’re like “Why is the sky blue?” but as their homework gets more complex, so do the queries. Give your kids the answers they seek with this deal from Encyclopædia Britannica: Spend $15 for six months of access to Britannica Online for Kids (regularly $34.98) and enjoy interactive content for young learners from two encyclopedias: Student Encyclopædia (written for ages 11 and up); and Children’s Encyclopædia (written for ages 6-10). The online resource contains thousands of articles, images, videos, animated timelines, and statistics for projects and presentations. Tailored research guides and subject-specific learning activities provide support in language arts, math, science, and social studies. Book reports will benefit from dictionary and thesaurus access, too, so nab this 57 percent-off deal and turn those question marks into higher marks. To get your six-month subscription including iPad app, go ONLINE before Friday, Feb. 17 and order it.

Fountain Creek Nature Center Helps Kids Explore Outdoors

February 13, 2012

Get the kids outdoors this winter with fun programs at the Fountain Creek Nature Center. Try “Twos & Threes Outdoors,” for 2- or 3-year-olds. Watch them enjoy a story and an exploration hike ($3 for each participant including adults and siblings). Call ahead for reservations at 520-6745.  Upcoming events include “Frolicking Foxes,” 10- 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23.

For more  information about programs at the center, go ONLINE.

24-Hour Fitness Offers Free Trial Membership for Seven Days

February 13, 2012

You resolved to get fit in 2012, but what have you done about it? This may be your answer. 24-Hour Fitness clubs are offering a deal where you can get a pass to try any club anywhere for seven days for FREE. Work out as often as you like, join one of their classes, and if you sign up, you get $7 off monthly dues. What have you got to lose? Maybe a few pounds! To get details on this deal, go ONLINE and check the fine print. Some restrictions apply.

Curves Starts Newcomers Off with a $10 Deal

February 12, 2012

 Every day, women who thought they couldn’t get fit find out that they can at Curves. Burn up to 500 calories with our 30-minute workout, which combines strength training and cardio for a workout that works your entire body, from head to toe. It works every major muscle group and gives you results that last. Now’s the time to take the first step toward YOUR success. Get started today for only $10. New guests only. Some restrictions may apply. Valid only at participating locations through Feb. 18. To get this deal, go ONLINE and check it out. (Note: Do not click on the image with this post, even though it says “click here”  … it won’t get you anywhere! Instead, click on the word ONLINE above.)

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