Demonstration Theater Schedule

Attend one of the FREE educational seminars and how-to demonstrations in the Demonstration Theater at the end of aisle 1100 for cutting edge gardening and home improvement ideas.  

Saturday, February 9

11:00 a.m.
Six Secrets Every Designer Knows That You Don't
Presented by ASID
Learn insider secrets and the best tips and tricks that nobody ever tells you about interior design.

12:00 p.m.
Plant Select® - The Best Annuals and Perennials from CSU Trials
Presented by Dr. James Klett, Colorado State University
Plant Select® purpose is to seek out, identify and distribute the best plants for landscapes and gardens from the intermountain region to the high plains. Plants are chosen each year that thrive in the unique and variable conditions of Rocky Mountain gardens. Learn which plants were selected this year.

1:00 p.m.
Energy Efficiency in Remodeling - Features & Benefits
Presented by Kurowski Development
Energy efficient features in a home range from simple to comlex.  Learn which features have the benefits that work best for you and your home.  An actual case study will be presented.

2:00 p.m.
Home Modification for Healthy & Safe Aging
Presented by Arapahoe Community College, Community Education
Just how accident prone is a home?  It depends on the occupant and what has been done to the home to help prevent accidents.  Learn numerous ways and see examples for creating a safer home for healthier living.

3:00 p.m.
A Luxury Bathroom Done Right
Presented by ASID
Learn how to create a functional and luxurious bathroom by choosing the right materials, textures and lighting.  These and many other aspects of creating a successtul bathroom design will be discussed during this fun and colorful session.

4:00 p.m.
Building and Outdoor Retreat
Presented by Alpine Gardens
Why not stay home for vacation?  Outdoor entertaining areas such as kitchens, fire pits, water features and patio covers are gaining in popularity.  We'll show some examples of projects and demonstrate how to create a backyard paradise.

5:00 p.m.
The In's and Out's of Faux
Presented by Arapahoe Community College, Community Education
Basic faux techniques will be covered as well as wall prep and basics of applying texture to walls.  Samples of both basic and more advanced techniques will be shown.

6:00 p.m.
Cake Decorating Demonstration
Presented by Colorado ICES (International Cake Exploration Societé)
Sugar artists from the Colorado chapter of the International Cake Exploration Societe (ICES), the largest cake decorating club in the world having approximately 4000 members, will demonstrate cake decorating.

Sunday, February 10

11:00 a.m.
10 Tips to a Successful Kitchen Remodel
Presented by ASID
Put down the hammer and pick up the notebook!  Learn from one of Colorado's top kitchen designers how to avoid the pitfalls and perils of remodeling your kitchen for the 21st century.

12:00 p.m.
Good Roses for Colorado
Presented by Joan Franson, Rosarian
Grow beautiful roses! Find out what plagues and benefits roses in the ever changing Colorado climate.

1:00 p.m.
Establishing a Realistic Budget for Your Kitchen/Bath Remodel
Presented by National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)
Learn how to establish a realistic budget for your kitchen and/or bath remodel that works for you.   Where should you put your money and where you can skimp?  Plus many other ideas will be discussed.

2:00 p.m.
The Winter Landscape
Presented by Alpine Gardens 
The winter landscape can be wonderful!  Without flowers and leaves, we can still create spectacular visual interest in the landscape.  With the use of carefully placed stones, artful structures, and plants with texture and form.  Life can be brought to the cold, winter landscape.

3:00 p.m.
Color 2013:  Find Your Inspiration
Presented by ASID
Whether you prefer a little or a lot, learn hot to use color as your inspiration and strike the perfect balance in any room

4:00 p.m.
Cake Decorating Demonstration
Presented by Colorado ICES (International Cake Exploration Societé)
Sugar artists from the Colorado chapter of the International Cake Exploration Societe (ICES), the largest cake decorating club in the world having approximately 4000 members, will demonstrate cake decorating.

5:00 p.m.
Colorado ICES Awards Ceremony

Monday, February 11

2:00 p.m.
10 Tips to a Successful Kitchen Remodel
Presented by ASID
Put down the hammer and pick up the notebook!  Learn from one of Colorado's top kitchen designers how to avoid the pitfalls and perils of remodeling your kitchen for the 21st century.

3:00 p.m.
Retirement Planning Now
Presented by Arapahoe Community College, Community Education
Learn what the pros know for planning your retirement.  Fancy tools not required, though the job may be easier if you learn from a professional.  Uncover some gems for planning your retirement.

4:00 p.m.
Wallcoverings…They're Back
Presented by ASID
Wallcoverings have staged a quite but accelerating return.  Modest Textures and prints have evolved into dramatic effects rivaling tile, stucco and wood.  Wallcoverings are a great completment to paint and the coordination between the two is once again an asset.

5:00 p.m.
Xeriscape for Colorado
Presented by Alpine Gardens
Come and learn about planting the right plant for the right place.  We will show you hot wo pick the perfect plant that will grow and fourish for your home, all while conserving water.

6:00 p.m.
Introduction to Floral Design
Presented by Arapahoe Community College, Community Education
Make beautiful floral arrangements in your own home. The basic elements of floral design will be discussed as well as tools, caring for cut flowers, container usage, cutting your own garden flowers and what to look for when purchasing flowers.

Tuesday, February 12

2:00 p.m.
Remodeling Tips from a Designer
Presented by ASID
Ready to remodel but not sure where to start?  Planning, budgeting, who to hire and many more helpful tips will be discussed.

3:00 p.m.
Residential Water Management Utilizing Smart Technology
Presented by Western States Water Management
There is a vast availability of cellular, tablet, PC and website technology for residential water usage, management and conservation.  Utilization of wireless and satellite data for weather and climate information in irrigation controller programming.  Site based weather and soil condition reporting, both wired and wireless.  Availabiltiy for conservation rebates and incentives from local water pruveyors when utilitzing Smart Technology and products.

4:00 p.m.
Six Secrets Every Designer Knows That You Don't
Presented by ASID
Learn insider secrets and the best tips and tricks that nobody ever tells you about interior design. 

5:00 p.m.
Landscape Remodel
Presented by Alpine Gardens
If you're considering a landcape remodel project, spend some time looking at examples of what has been done to some tired landscapes.  We'll show you how to update your landscape using new materials and techniques along with some do's and don'ts.

6:00 p.m.
Establishing a Realistic Budget for Your Kitchen/Bath Remodel
Presented by National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)
Learn how to establish a realistic budget for your kitchen and/or bath remodel that works for you.   Where should you put your money and where you can skimp?  Plus many other ideas will be discussed.

Wednesday, February 13

2:00 p.m.
Wonderful Window Treatments: Trade Secrets Revealed
Presented by ASID
Enhance a room with window treatments by adding color, texture, softness and romance.  Learn how to handle high ceilings arch and bay windows and fix architectural shortcomings.

3:00 p.m.
Building an Outdoor Retreat
Presented by Alpine Gardens
Why not stay home for vacation?  Outdoor entertaining areas such as kitchens, fire pits, water features and patio covers are gaining in popularity.  We'll show some examples of projects and demonstrate how to create a backyard paradise.


4:00 p.m.
A Luxury Bathroom Done Right
Presented by ASID
Learn how to create a functional and luxurious bathroom by choosing the right materials, textures and lighting.  These and many other aspects of creating a successtul bathroom design will be discussed during this fun and colorful session.

5:00 p.m.
Making a Splash with Water Gardens & Water Features
Presented by Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado (ALCC)
Explore water gardens and water features from container gardens and pondless waterfalls to natural ponds.  Valuable information on design, installation and maintenance will be discussed as well as recommendations on maximizing conservation

6:00 p.m. 
Lighting Your Garden
Presented by Alpine Gardens
Low voltage landscape lighting is often the most overlooked part of residential landscapes.  The evening hours can come to life by adding a well thought out lighting system.  We will show how to create soft, visual transition between areas and how to highlight focal points.  We will discuss critical issues such as level of light, light reflection and eliminating glare.

Thursday, February 14

2:00 p.m.
Wallcoverings…They're Back
Presented by ASID
Wallcoverings have staged a quite but accelerating return.  Modest Textures and prints have evolved into dramatic effects rivaling tile, stucco and wood.  Wallcoverings are a great completment to paint and the coordination between the two is once again an asset.

3:00 p.m.
Home Modification for Healthy & Safe Aging
Presented by Arapahoe Community College, Community Education
Just how accident prone is a home?  It depends on the occupant and what has been done to the home to help prevent accidents.  Learn numerous ways and see examples for creating a safer home for healthier living.

4:00 p.m.
10 Tips to a Successful Kitchen Remodel
Presented by ASID
Put down the hammer and pick up the notebook!  Learn from one of Colorado's top kitchen designers how to avoid the pitfalls and perils of remodeling your kitchen for the 21st century.

5:00 p.m.
Residential Water Management Utilizing Smart Technology
Presented by Western States Water Management
There is a vast availability of cellular, tablet, PC and website technology for residential water usage, management and conservation.  Utilization of wireless and satellite data for weather and climate information in irrigation controller programming.  Site based weather and soil condition reporting, both wired and wireless.  Availabiltiy for conservation rebates and incentives from local water pruveyors when utilitzing Smart Technology and products.

6:00 p.m.
Hawks, Owls and Falcons - Oh My!
Presented by Nature's Educators
Join Nature's Educators to learn all about the differences and similarities between hawks, owls and falcons.  Which ones come out at night?  Which ones can soar for miles?  Which ones fly like jets?  Raptors are so important and we teach why.

Friday, February 15

2:00 p.m.
Color 2013:  Find Your Inspiration
Presented by ASID 
Whether you prefer a little or a lot, learn hot to use color as your inspiration and strike the perfect balance in any room.

3:00 p.m.
DIY Home Energy Audit
Presented by CSU Extension
Learn how to conduct your own energy audit using Colorado State University Extension's new online tool.  The audit will identify energy waste in the home and the online tool provides you with customized recommendations to save energy and money.

4:00 p.m.
Six Secrets Every Designer Knows That You Don't
Presented by ASID 
Learn insider secrets and the best tips and tricks that nobody ever tells you about interior design. 

5:00 p.m.
Growing Tomatoes is Fun
Presented by CSU
Gardeners love the tomato and here is an opportunity to learn about the popular veggie, including the wide range and diversity of varieties and the tips and techniques for successful growing from a regional expert.

6:00 p.m.
Plant Select® - The Best Annuals and Perennials from CSU Trials
Presented by CSU
Plant Select® purpose is to seek out, identify and distribute the best plants for landscapes and gardens from the intermountain region to the high plains. Plants are chosen each year that thrive in the unique and variable conditions of Rocky Mountain gardens. Learn which plants were selected this year.

Saturday, February 16

11:00 a.m.
Color 2013:  Find Your Inspiration
Presented by ASID
Whether you prefer a little or a lot, learn hot to use color as your inspiration and strike the perfect balance in any room.

12:00 p.m.
Easy Way to Grow Roses
Presented by Joan Franson, Rosarian
Planting roses cannot be done just anywhere or in just any climate. They need special care, attention and treatment, and your garden design should reflect the various requirements needed to ensure a healthy growth. Here are some tips that you need to consider in order to successfully grow roses.

1:00 p.m.
Introduction to Floral Design
Presented by Arapahoe Community College, Community Education
Make beautiful floral arrangements in your own home. The basic elements of floral design will be discussed as well as tools, caring for cut flowers, container usage, cutting your own garden flowers and what to look for when purchasing flowers.

2:00 p.m.
The Winter Landscape
Presented by Alpine Gardens
The winter landscape can be wonderful!  Without flowers and leaves, we can still create spectacular visual interest in the landscape.  With the use of carefully placed stones, artful structures, and plants with texture and form.  Life can be brought to the cold, winter landscape.

3:00 p.m.
10 Tips to a Successful Kitchen Remodel
Presented by ASID
Put down the hammer and pick up the notebook!  Learn from one of Colorado's top kitchen designers how to avoid the pitfalls and perils of remodeling your kitchen for the 21st century.

4:00 p.m.
The In's and Out's of Faux
Presented by Arapahoe Community College, Community Education
Basic faux techniques will be covered as well as wall prep and basics of applying texture to walls.  Samples of both basic and more advanced techniques will be shown.

5:00 p.m.
Xeriscape for Colorado
Presented by Alpine Gardens
Come and learn about planting the right plant for the right place.  We will show you hot wo pick the perfect plant that will grow and fourish for your home, all while conserving water.

6:00 p.m.
Retirement Planning Now
Presented by Arapahoe Community College, Community Education
Learn what the pros know for planning your retirement.  Fancy tools not required, though the job may be easier if you learn from a professional.  Uncover some gems for planning your retirement.

Sunday, February 17

11:00 a.m.
Wonderful Window Treatments:  Trade Secrets Revealed
Presented by ASID
Enhance a room with window treatments by adding color, texture, softness and romance.  Learn how to handle high ceilings arch and bay windows and fix architectural shortcomings.

12:00 p.m.
Retirement Planning
Presented by Arapahoe Community College, Community Education
Learn what the pros know for planning your retirement.  Fancy tools not required, though the job may be easier if you learn from a professional.  Uncover some gems for planning your retirement.

1:00 p.m.
Building an Outdoor Retreat
Presented by Alpine Gardens
Why not stay home for vacation?  Outdoor entertaining areas such as kitchens, fire pits, water features and patio covers are gaining in popularity.  We'll show some examples of projects and demonstrate how to create a backyard paradise.

2:00 p.m.
Energy Efficiency in Remodeling - Features & Benefits
Presented by Kurowski Development
Energy efficient features in a home range from simple to comlex.  Learn which features have the benefits that work best for you and your home.  An actual case study will be presented.

3:00 p.m.
Remodeling Tips from a Designer
Presented by ASID
Ready to remodel but not sure where to start?  Planning, budgeting, who to hire and many more helpful tips will be discussed.

*program subject to change