02/14/2025
Do you know what would be a great Valentine/Galentines Day gift? A community education class. So many are perfect for couples, girlfriends, and friends alike. So many of our classes have a two-person discount.
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OVERNIGHT TRIP!
Silos and Stockyards – A trip through Central Texas
Date: Friday, April 4 - Saturday, April 5
Time: 6a-8p
Cost: $450 per person or $820 for 2 (doubles will share a room)
Activity Level 3
Meals Included: Dinner Friday, Breakfast and Lunch on Saturday
This fall we are excited to offer our first overnight trip! We will head south to Central Texas to explore Waco, the Fort Worth Stockyards and many other sites along the way, including a pit stop at Buc-ee’s! Friday afternoon, we arrive in Waco and tour the famous Dr. Pepper Museum. There we will learn how Dr. Pepper is made, how the name was created and the complete history of this famous beverage. We will end our tour with a Dr. Pepper float! Dinner will be provided in Waco. After dinner we will check into our hotel to enjoy our evening accommodations. Saturday begins with breakfast at our hotel and a visit to Magnolia Silos. Created by Chip and Joanna Gaines of HGTV Fixer Upper fame, the Silos are a cornerstone of the Waco experience. There will be time to shop at the main Magnolia Market and Magnolia Home, six boutique-style shops with specific themes or tour the church on the grounds. Don’t forget to visit the Silos Baking Company for fantastic baked goods or try one of the many food trucks located on the premise. Whether you lounge on the lawn, play on the Wiffle Ball field or take an easy stroll through the garden, we want you to enjoy your time and experience at this unique attraction. Late morning, we will depart Waco and head to the hustle and bustle of downtown Fort Worth. Our first stop will be lunch at Riscky’s BBQ, a legend in Texas BBQ since 1927. After lunch, Mr. Stockyard, our tour guide for the day, will board the bus and provide us with the colorful history of Fort Worth, including the Historic Sundance Square, and the downtown that was known as “Hell’s Half Acre” for its saloons and gambling dens. This area was frequented by cowboys and outlaws including Butch Cassidy, Doc Holiday and Wyatt Earp. After our tour, Mr. Stockyard will take us to the famous Fort Worth Stockyards where we will tour many locations including the Historic Cowtown Coliseum and Billy Bob’s Texas.
Each passenger is allowed one large suitcase on the tour. This bag will be tagged, handled and accounted for by Village for the duration of the tour. Smaller carry-on bags may be brought along and stored either under the coach or above the seats, but those bags will be your responsibility to handle.
Doubles Discount: WACO
Sips of the Sooner State: A Wine Lover’s Journey Through Oklahoma
Date: Saturday, May 3
Time: 8a-9:30p
Cost: $174 per person or $328 for 2!
Activity Level 3
Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
What comes to mind when you think about wineries? Oklahoma, right? There are so many wineries in Oklahoma it’s hard to count them all. Join us for a day of tastings, tours and springtime in Oklahoma. We begin our day in Edmond at Claren Ridge Vineyard and Winery. We will tour the facility and enjoy a sneak peek into the beautiful world of Oklahoma winemaking. You will receive an exclusive tour with the winemaker, Thomas Ingmire, and learn about all aspects of viticulture and winemaking, from the vineyard to all production details, including vines, winemaking, barreling and bottling. You will also get a “barrel tasting” of unfinished wine straight from a barrel of aging wine. After our tour, we will have a four-flight wine tasting and then enjoy lunch at the Toby Keith Bar & Grill in Bricktown. After lunch, we will head further south to Canadian River Winery in Lexington, an Oklahoma-grown vineyard and tasting room known as “Oklahoma Vine to Wine”. We will tour the vineyard and watch a video of the wine-making process, followed by a six-flight wine tasting. A fantastic grazing table will be provided for snacks and to cleanse our palettes. On our way home, we will stop at Pops 66 Soda Ranch in Arcadia, OK, for dinner. Located on Route 66, Pops is the #2 best roadside Attraction in Oklahoma with its claim to fame, Bubbles, the world’s largest soda pop bottle and more than 700 bottles of soda to choose from. You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.
Doubles Discount: SIPS
Enchiladas
Join John Mendoza as he teaches you how to cook tasty Mexican recipes. Learn how to cook Spanish rice, refried beans, fresh salsa and delicious enchiladas! You’ll eat what you cook, and you will cook a lot!
Doubles Discount: ENCHILADAS
Instructor: John Mendoza, Mexican Food Instructor
Begins Day Time Classes Location Cost
2/20 Th 6-8p 1 DHS $68 per person or $118 for 2
The Basics of Wine Tasting
WSU wine educator and sommelier, Guy Bower, will present a casual overview of the mechanics of taste, how to recognize and describe varietal characteristics and how to identify personal likes and dislikes. Learn about grapevines and the vineyard year as well as the basics of fermentation and wine production. You’ll have the opportunity to taste an array of wines from different regions and countries while gaining an understanding of winemaker techniques that impact wine enjoyment. Each class will consist of a brief introductory lecture followed by a tasting of different wines. You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.
Instructor: Guy Bower, Level-1 Sommelier, Host of The Good Life radio program on KNSS, Founding Chairman, Wichita Chapter of the American Institute of Wine & Food
Begins Day Time Classes Location Cost
2/24 M 7-9p 2 HMC $99
Classic Fortified Wines From Spain and Portugal
March 10 | Sherry is a fortified wine from the Andalusia region of Spain, known for its wide range of flavors and styles. It’s made from white grapes grown in the region’s chalky soil, using a solera system in which barrels are stacked in a triangle shape. The oldest wines are at the bottom, and new wine is added to the top. You’ll learn all about the production and various colors and styles of this ancient wine and taste a full array from dry to sweet.
March 17 | Port, Portugal’s most illustrious wine, hails from the steep, terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley, a testament to the country’s rich winemaking heritage. For the most part, Port is a full-bodied, sweet red wine with notes of berries, caramel, cinnamon and chocolate. But there are other varieties including dry, semi-dry, white and rosé varieties. In other words, just as with other types of wines, port comes in a wonderful variety of styles to suit your tastes. We will taste several different styles. You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.
Instructor: Guy Bower, Level-1 Sommelier, Host of The Good Life radio program on KNSS, Founding Chairman, Wichita Chapter of the American Institute of Wine & Food
Begins Day Time Classes Location Cost
3/10 M 7-9p 1 HMC $69 per class or $110 for both classes
3/17 M 7-9p 1 HMC $69 per class or $110 for both classes
Discovering Single Malt Scotch: A Tasting Adventure
Single Malt Scotch is rapidly becoming one of the most popular spirits worldwide. Scotch is for discerning adults of all ages, backgrounds and preferences! Whether you’re just beginning your whisky journey or you’re a seasoned connoisseur, this class offers an exciting deep dive into Scotland’s iconic spirit. You’ll explore the rich history of Scotch whisky, discover the distinct whisky regions of Scotland and learn about the intricate production process. The class also includes a guided tasting, where you’ll sample five different Single Malt Scotches from various regions. Plus, four lucky participants will win a Glencairn glass—the official glass for Scotch tastings! This class is perfect for individuals or as a fun date night experience. You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.
Doubles Discount: SCOTCH
Instructor: Jason Bosch, Certified Scotch Professional
Begins Day Time Classes Location Cost
3/28 F 6:30-9p 1 HMC $89 pp or $159 for 2
Wichita State University's Community Education classes are open to everyone in the community.
