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Teen & Tween Cooking & Culture: American Thanksgiving≈ 21 mi

Teen & Tween Cooking & Culture: American Thanksgiving

Wednesday · 4:30 PM – 7 PM

Estes Valley Community Center · Estes Park · ≈ 21 mi

FREEAll agesSeasonal

Cooking & Culture invites tweens and teens to travel the world through food! Each session, participants will learn to prepare a dish from a different country while exploring the traditions, history, and cultural significance behind the cuisine. From popular street foods to family recipes, every program offers a new opportunity to expand culinary skills and discover the diverse flavors that connect people around the globe. Whether you're an experienced cook or trying something new for the first time, Cooking & Culture is a fun, hands-on way to build confidence in the kitchen, learn about different cultures, and enjoy delicious food together. Come hungry for both great food and new experiences! This month, Cooking & Culture celebrates one of America's most beloved traditions—Thanksgiving! Participants will prepare classic holiday favorites, including green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, ham, and pumpkin pie, while exploring the history, customs, and evolution of this annual celebration. Participants must be between the ages of 10-18.

Young Chautauqua Club≈ 21 mi

Young Chautauqua Club

Thursday · 3:45 PM – 5 PM

Estes Park Middle School · Estes Park · ≈ 21 mi

FREEAll agesMuseums

Young Chautauqua invites youth ages 9 and up to step into the life of a historical figure! Participants research a person from history, create a costume, and develop, memorize, and rehearse a presentation based on their figure’s life, words, and writings. Led by middle school English teacher and acting coach Katherine Dumont, this program has helped young people explore history, acting, public speaking, and creative expression for more than 10 years. The program requires a commitment to research, practice, and participation. Younger children are welcome with an accompanying adult. The series ends with community performances, where participants bring their historical figures to life for an audience. Adults are encouraged to participate, too! Location: Estes Park Middle School, Room 126 More information can be found here.

Young Chautauqua Club≈ 21 mi

Young Chautauqua Club

Thu, Dec 3 · 3:45 PM – 5 PM

Estes Park Middle School · Estes Park · ≈ 21 mi

FREEAll agesMuseums

Young Chautauqua invites youth ages 9 and up to step into the life of a historical figure! Participants research a person from history, create a costume, and develop, memorize, and rehearse a presentation based on their figure’s life, words, and writings. Led by middle school English teacher and acting coach Katherine Dumont, this program has helped young people explore history, acting, public speaking, and creative expression for more than 10 years. The program requires a commitment to research, practice, and participation. Younger children are welcome with an accompanying adult. The series ends with community performances, where participants bring their historical figures to life for an audience. Adults are encouraged to participate, too! Location: Estes Park Middle School, Room 126 More information can be found here.

Young Chautauqua Club≈ 21 mi

Young Chautauqua Club

Thu, Dec 10 · 3:45 PM – 5 PM

Estes Park Middle School · Estes Park · ≈ 21 mi

FREEAll agesMuseums

Young Chautauqua invites youth ages 9 and up to step into the life of a historical figure! Participants research a person from history, create a costume, and develop, memorize, and rehearse a presentation based on their figure’s life, words, and writings. Led by middle school English teacher and acting coach Katherine Dumont, this program has helped young people explore history, acting, public speaking, and creative expression for more than 10 years. The program requires a commitment to research, practice, and participation. Younger children are welcome with an accompanying adult. The series ends with community performances, where participants bring their historical figures to life for an audience. Adults are encouraged to participate, too! Location: Estes Park Middle School, Room 126 More information can be found here.

Tween & Teen Cooking & Culture: Russian Dumplings≈ 21 mi

Tween & Teen Cooking & Culture: Russian Dumplings

Wed, Dec 16 · 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Estes Valley Community Center · Estes Park · ≈ 21 mi

FREEAll agesMuseums

Cooking & Culture invites tweens and teens to travel the world through food! Each session, participants will learn to prepare a dish from a different country while exploring the traditions, history, and cultural significance behind the cuisine. From popular street foods to family recipes, every program offers a new opportunity to expand culinary skills and discover the diverse flavors that connect people around the globe. Whether you're an experienced cook or trying something new for the first time, Cooking &Culture is a fun, hands-on way to build confidence in the kitchen, learn about different cultures, and enjoy delicious food together. Come hungry for both great food and new experiences! This month, we will be exploring the cozy lands of Russia in winter by making Russian Dumplings, Pelmeni, meat dumplings originally from Siberia, and vareniki, dumplings similar to pelmeni, but they're stuffed with cheese and mashed potatoes, Participants must be between the ages of 10-18

Young Chautauqua Club≈ 21 mi

Young Chautauqua Club

Thu, Dec 17 · 3:45 PM – 5 PM

Estes Park Middle School · Estes Park · ≈ 21 mi

FREEAll agesMuseums

Young Chautauqua invites youth ages 9 and up to step into the life of a historical figure! Participants research a person from history, create a costume, and develop, memorize, and rehearse a presentation based on their figure’s life, words, and writings. Led by middle school English teacher and acting coach Katherine Dumont, this program has helped young people explore history, acting, public speaking, and creative expression for more than 10 years. The program requires a commitment to research, practice, and participation. Younger children are welcome with an accompanying adult. The series ends with community performances, where participants bring their historical figures to life for an audience. Adults are encouraged to participate, too! Location: Estes Park Middle School, Room 126 More information can be found here.

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