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SUMMARY:Drink Red Wear Red 2026
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URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/drink-red-wear-red-2026/
LOCATION:Mile High Station\, 2027 W Colfax Ave\, Denver\, CO\, 80204\, United States
CATEGORIES:CRF Events,Mile High Chapter
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SUMMARY:2026 CRA/F Annual Member Meeting & Legislative Update
DESCRIPTION:This CRA/F member-only meeting is your chance to learn about the new laws and regulations impacting restaurants that came out of the 2026 Colorado Legislative Session\, as well as the crucial work ahead of us in 2026. \nWe’ll also review the many money-saving resources that the CRA offers its members\, including free legal and CPA advice; compliance updates and tools; discounts on commercial and health insurance rates\, music licensing\, natural gas\, and other vendor partnerships; support tools and resources for your staff; apprenticeship and other workforce development programs and events from the CRF; and so much more. \nWe need YOUR feedback to be sure we are providing you with the best tools and resources for success. \nPlease come with questions and any ideas you have to help us continue to uplift your business and our industry as a whole. \nRegister here!
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/2026-cra-f-annual-member-meeting-legislative-update3/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:CRA Events,CRF Events,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260304T203000
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SUMMARY:Colorado ProStart® Student Invitational 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Colorado ProStart® Student Invitational is the state’s premier culinary competition focused on testing student’s restaurant management and culinary arts skills. This year\, more than 150 student competitors put their abilities to the test in front of industry leaders\, family\, and friends – all with hopes of earning the title of State champion and going on to represent Colorado at Nationals.  \nThe Management Competition will be held on March 3\, 2026. Students will go head-to-head to see whose restaurant concept is ready to open it’s doors. \nThe Culinary Competition will take place on March 4\, 2026. Students will have only 1 hour to create and appetizer\, entree\, and dessert without running water or electricity. \nSpectators for both the Management and Culinary competitions are encouraged to attend! Admission to watch competition is free\, we just ask for registration prior to the event days so we can best accommodate crowds. \nOur Champions dinner will be held on March 4 at Reelworks Denver to honor the teams who have traveled across the state to compete for a chance to represent Colorado at the National ProStart® Student Invitational. We will also be celebrating the apprenticeship graduates and other Colorado Restaurant Foundation program participants throughout the night. The Champions dinner will start with a brief cocktail hour (21+ only) followed immediately by a 3-course dinner.  \nLearn more\, RSVP to attend competitions\, and reserve tickets to the Champion’s Dinner. \nPlease join us for the Colorado ProStart Student Invitational this year in Denver\, Colorado! \nContact lnines@corestaurant.org for information on judging\, sponsoring\, or exhibiting during the Career & Education Fair at the event.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/colorado-prostart-student-invitational-2026/
LOCATION:Reel Works Denver\, 1399 35th St\, Denver\, CO\, 80205\, United States
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SUMMARY:Denver Food + Wine Festival Grand Tasting 2025
DESCRIPTION:DENVER FOOD + WINE FESTIVAL GRAND TASTING \nWhen:\nSaturday\, September 6\, 2025\nNoon – 4 p.m.\n \nWhere:\nTivoli Quad\, Auraria Campus\n1000 Larimer Street\, Denver \nWhat:\nThe Denver Food + Wine Festival Grand Tasting\, hosted by the Colorado Restaurant Foundation and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits\, showcases the region’s culinary leaders – award winning chefs\, mixologists\, and wine professionals – who will share bites and sips that explore and celebrate metro Denver’s dynamic food-and-beverage scene. \nEat\, drink\, be merry\, and discover the creativity of more than 40 top local restaurants and more than 700 beverage options from the Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits portfolio\, poured by their team of professionals. The Grand Tasting will feature a VIP Lounge with specialty wines selected by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Master Sommeliers\, tastes from upscale restaurants\, music\, and much more! \nWhy:\nProceeds benefit the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s mission of service to support worker education\, training\, and overall health and wellness. \nTicket Tiers:\nVIP admission begins at 12 p.m. and includes access to the exclusive VIP Lounge\, with bites from 10 VIP-only\, high-end restaurants\, reserve wines\, wine seminars\, and music\, as well as early access to the full Grand Tasting lineup of small bites\, wines\, and spirits. \nFirst Taste admission begins at 12 p.m.\, a full hour before General Admission entry\, and includes early access to the full Grand Tasting lineup of small bites\, wines\, and spirits. \nGeneral admission begins at 1 p.m.\, with access to the full Grand Tasting lineup of small bites\, wines\, and spirits. \n* Must be 21 & over. No children or pets allowed. \nThank you to our title sponsor!
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/denver-food-wine-festival-grand-tasting-2025/
LOCATION:Tivoli Quad\, Auraria Campus\, 1000 Larimer Street\, Denver\, 80204
CATEGORIES:CRF Events
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SUMMARY:Shake + Brake Showdown 2025
DESCRIPTION:SHAKE + BRAKE SHOWDOWN TICKETS \nWhen:\nThursday\, September 4\, 2025\n7 – 10 p.m. \nWhere:\nTivoli Quad\, Auraria Campus\n1000 Larimer Street\, Denver \nWhat:\nThe Shake + Brake Showdown\, hosted by the Colorado Restaurant Foundation and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits\, is a lively cocktail competition fueled by bites from Denver’s best food trucks. Expect all-you-can-drink from local bartenders\, appetizers from Shake + Brake’s food truck all-stars\, and the opportunity to purchase more food from the trucks if you’re still hungry! \nAttendees will vote on the People’s Choice Best Food Truck and Best Cocktail while dining\, drinking\, and dancing! \nWhy:\nProceeds benefit the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s mission of service to support worker education\, training\, and overall health and wellness. \n* Must be 21 & over. No children or pets allowed. \nThank you to our title sponsor!
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/shake-brake-showdown-2025/
LOCATION:Tivoli Quad\, Auraria Campus\, 1000 Larimer Street\, Denver\, 80204
CATEGORIES:CRF Events
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SUMMARY:Drink Red Wear Red 2025
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URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/drink-red-wear-red-2025/
LOCATION:Mile High Station\, 2027 W Colfax Ave\, Denver\, CO\, 80204\, United States
CATEGORIES:CRF Events,Mile High Chapter
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SUMMARY:CRA/F Annual Member Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This member-only meeting is your chance to learn about the crucial work ahead of us in 2025\, as well as the many money-saving resources that the CRA offers its members\, including free legal and CPA advice; compliance updates and tools; discounts on commercial and health insurance rates\, music licensing\, natural gas\, and other vendor partnerships; support tools and resources for your staff; apprenticeship and other workforce development programs and events from the CRF; and so much more. \nThis is going to be a pivotal year for Colorado restaurants and we need YOUR feedback to be sure we are providing you with the best tools for success. \nPlease come with questions and any ideas you have to help us continue to uplift your business and our industry as a whole. \nRegister here!
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/cra-f-annual-member-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:CRA Events,CRF Events,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250305T203000
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SUMMARY:Colorado ProStart® Student Invitational 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Colorado ProStart® Student Invitational is the state’s premier culinary competition focused on testing student’s restaurant management and culinary arts skills. This year\, more than 150 student competitors put their abilities to the test in front of industry leaders\, family\, and friends – all with hopes of earning the title of State champion and going on to represent Colorado at Nationals.  \nThe Management Competition will be held from 1pm-4pm on March 4th\, 2025. Students will go head-to-head to see whose restaurant concept is ready to open it’s doors. \nThe Culinary Competition will take place from 8am-3pm on March 5th\, 2025. Students will have only 1 hour to create and appetizer\, entree\, and dessert without running water or electricity. \nSpectators for both the Management and Culinary competitions are encouraged to attend! Admission to watch competition is free\, we just ask for registration prior to the event days so we can best accommodate crowds. \nOur Champions dinner will be held on March 5th at Reelworks Denver to honor the teams who have traveled across the state to compete for a chance to represent Colorado in Baltimore. We will also be celebrating the apprenticeship graduates and other Colorado Restaurant Foundation program participants throughout the night. The Champions dinner will start at 5pm with a brief cocktail hour (21+ only) followed immediately by a 3-course\, celebrity chef collaborated dinner\, starring Chef Paul Anders of Sweet Basil/ Mountain Standard\, Chef Manny Barella of Top Chef season 21 and Footer’s catering! Dinner will conclude at 8pm\, tickets are now on sale! \nPlease join us for the Colorado ProStart Student Invitational this year in Denver\, Colorado! \nContact lnines@corestaurant.org for information on judging\, sponsoring\, or exhibiting during the Career & Education Fair at the event. \nRegister to attend here! \n 
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/colorado-prostart-student-invitational-2025/
LOCATION:Reel Works Denver\, 1399 35th St\, Denver\, CO\, 80205\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240907T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240907T160000
DTSTAMP:20240604T183433Z
CREATED:20240126T233243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T183433Z
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SUMMARY:Denver Food + Wine Festival Grand Tasting
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR THE MAIN FESTIVAL WEBSITE \nTickets on sale starting June 13. Subscribe to the CRF Party List for discounts and more! \nWhen:\nSaturday\, September 7\, 2024\nNoon – 4 p.m.\n \nWhere:\nTivoli Quad\, Auraria Campus\n1000 Larimer Street\, Denver \nWhat:\nThe Denver Food + Wine Festival Grand Tasting\, hosted by the Colorado Restaurant Foundation and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits\, showcases the region’s culinary leaders – award winning chefs\, mixologists\, and wine professionals – who will share bites and sips that explore and celebrate metro Denver’s dynamic food-and-beverage scene. \nEat\, drink\, be merry\, and discover the creativity of more than 40 top local restaurants and more than 700 beverage options from the Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits portfolio\, poured by their team of professionals. The Grand Tasting will feature a VIP Lounge with specialty wines selected by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Master Sommeliers\, tastes from upscale restaurants\, music\, and much more! \nWhy:\nProceeds benefit the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s mission of service to support worker education\, training\, and overall health and wellness. \nTicket Tiers:\nVIP admission begins at 12 p.m. and includes access to the exclusive VIP Lounge\, with bites from 10 VIP-only\, high-end restaurants\, reserve wines\, wine seminars\, and music\, as well as early access to the full Grand Tasting lineup of small bites\, wines\, and spirits. \nFirst Taste admission begins at 12 p.m.\, a full hour before General Admission entry\, and includes early access to the full Grand Tasting lineup of small bites\, wines\, and spirits. \nGeneral admission begins at 1 p.m.\, with access to the full Grand Tasting lineup of small bites\, wines\, and spirits. \n* Must be 21 & over. No children or pets allowed. \nThank you to our title sponsor!
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/denver-food-wine-festival-grand-tasting-2/
LOCATION:Tivoli Quad\, Auraria Campus\, 1000 Larimer Street\, Denver\, 80204
CATEGORIES:CRF Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T220000
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SUMMARY:Shake + Brake Showdown
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR THE MAIN FESTIVAL WEBSITE \nTickets on sale starting June 13. Subscribe to the CRF Party List for discounts and more! \nWhen:\nThursday\, September 5\, 2024\n7 – 10 p.m. \nWhere:\nTivoli Quad\, Auraria Campus\n1000 Larimer Street\, Denver \nWhat:\nThe Shake + Brake Showdown\, hosted by the Colorado Restaurant Foundation and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits\, is a lively cocktail competition fueled by bites from Denver’s best food trucks. Expect all-you-can-drink from local bartenders\, appetizers from Shake + Brake’s food truck all-stars\, and the opportunity to purchase more food from the trucks if you’re still hungry! \nAttendees will vote on the People’s Choice Best Food Truck and Best Cocktail while dining\, drinking\, and dancing! \nWhy:\nProceeds benefit the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s mission of service to support worker education\, training\, and overall health and wellness. \n* Must be 21 & over. No children or pets allowed. \nThank you to our title sponsor!
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/shake-brake-showdown-2/
LOCATION:Tivoli Quad\, Auraria Campus\, 1000 Larimer Street\, Denver\, 80204
CATEGORIES:CRF Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240530T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240530T220000
DTSTAMP:20240524T163228Z
CREATED:20231206T165610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T163228Z
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SUMMARY:Drink Red Wear Red 2024
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URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/drink-red-wear-red-2024/
LOCATION:Denver Museum of Nature & Science\, 2001 Colorado Boulevard\, Denver\, 80205
CATEGORIES:CRF Events,Mile High Chapter
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240508T183000
DTSTAMP:20240223T170408Z
CREATED:20240208T165646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T170408Z
UID:10000410-1715185800-1715193000@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Colorado Restaurant Foundation Scholarship Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, the Colorado Restaurant Foundation (CRF) hosts a celebration where it awards multiple scholarships to deserving undergraduate and Colorado ProStart® high school students to help them pursue their education in foodservice and hospitality-management programs. The CRF also honors the Colorado ProStart® Teacher of the Year\, Mentor of the Year\, Students of the Year\, and the winners of the Colorado ProStart® Student Invitational. \nThis year’s scholarship and awards celebration takes place at Ace Eat Serve (501 E. 17th Avenue\, Denver) on Wednesday\, May 8. Join us from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. for food\, fun\, awards\, and table tennis! \nRegister Here
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/colorado-restaurant-foundation-scholarship-celebration-3/
LOCATION:Ace Eat Serve\, 501 E 17th Ave\, Denver\, 80203\, United States
CATEGORIES:CRF Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240320T110000
DTSTAMP:20240312T182741Z
CREATED:20240312T182649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T182741Z
UID:10000532-1710928800-1710932400@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Building Tomorrow's Workforce: CRF Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Building Tomorrow’s Workforce: The CRF’s Guide to Inclusive Apprenticeships and Creating a Robust Talent Pipeline \nJoin us for an insightful webinar designed to equip Colorado hospitality employers with the knowledge and tools they need to enhance their workforce hiring and retention\, with the support of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation (CRF). The CRF is dedicated to revolutionizing the training and recruitment process for apprentice candidates\, making a significant impact on your business’s growth and success. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nEmpower your business through the CRF’s innovative approach to apprentice training and recruitment.\nAccess a toolkit to foster inclusive hiring practices and work effectively with individuals facing employment barriers.\nShape the future of apprenticeship programs by providing valuable input through an employer survey\n\nDate: Wednesday\, March 20\, 2024\nTime: 10 – 11 a.m. MST \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/building-tomorrows-workforce-crf-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Apprenticeship,CRF Events,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240314T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240314T163000
DTSTAMP:20240116T173546Z
CREATED:20231213T200839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T173546Z
UID:10000518-1710403200-1710433800@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Colorado ProStart® Student Invitational
DESCRIPTION:The annual Colorado ProStart® Student Invitational showcases dozens of Colorado ProStart® students from more than 20 Colorado high schools who demonstrate a mastery of culinary and academic skills. Teams compete for scholarships and other prizes through a Culinary Competition and Hospitality Management Competition. The winning teams represent Colorado at the National ProStart® Invitational event in May\, with the opportunity to win even more scholarships. \nThe competitions run from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.\, with an awards ceremony following. \nContact lnines@corestaurant.org for information on judging\, sponsoring\, or exhibiting during the Career & Education Fair at the event. \nRegister to attend here!
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/colorado-prostart-student-invitational-2/
LOCATION:Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center\, 6700 N. Gaylord Rockies Blvd.\, Aurora\, 80019
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240313T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240313T193000
DTSTAMP:20240116T173651Z
CREATED:20231213T200039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T173651Z
UID:10000517-1710349200-1710358200@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Colorado ProStart® Student Invitational Champions Dinner
DESCRIPTION:On the eve of the Colorado ProStart® Student Invitational (CPSI)\, the Champions Dinner honors and celebrates all of the competitors participating in the CPSI culinary and management competitions. Join the Colorado Restaurant Foundation\, Colorado ProStart® students\, teachers\, and their parents\, and guests from the Colorado Legislature\, for a mocktail reception\, keynote speech from chef Tajahi Cooke of Ms. Betty’s Cooking\, and a dinner prepared by the culinary staff at Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center. \nTickets ($125) available here!
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/colorado-prostart-student-invitational-champions-dinner/
LOCATION:Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center\, 6700 N. Gaylord Rockies Blvd.\, Aurora\, 80019
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240222T110000
DTSTAMP:20240125T040232Z
CREATED:20240125T040231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T040232Z
UID:10000407-1708596000-1708599600@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:CRA/F Annual Member Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This member-only meeting is your chance to learn about the crucial work ahead of us in 2024\, as well as the many money-saving resources that the CRA offers its members\, including free legal and CPA advice; compliance updates and tools; discounts on commercial and health insurance rates\, music licensing\, natural gas\, and other vendor partnerships; support tools and resources for your staff; apprenticeship and other workforce development programs and events from the CRF; and so much more. \nThis is going to be a pivotal year for Colorado restaurants and we need YOUR feedback to be sure we are providing you with the best tools for success. \nPlease come with questions and any ideas you have to help us continue to uplift your business and our industry as a whole. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/cra-f-annual-member-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:CRA Events,CRF Events,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240212T104500
DTSTAMP:20240111T214926Z
CREATED:20240111T214926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T214926Z
UID:10000404-1707732000-1707734700@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Employer Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This virtual employer session will provide an overview of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s three apprenticeship tracks and how to become an approved employer in Colorado. \nRegister here.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/employer-apprenticeship-information-session-12/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Apprenticeship,CRF Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240201T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240201T151500
DTSTAMP:20240111T214817Z
CREATED:20240111T214817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T214817Z
UID:10000403-1706797800-1706800500@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Employer Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This virtual employer session will provide an overview of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s three apprenticeship tracks and how to become an approved employer in Colorado. \nRegister here.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/employer-apprenticeship-information-session-10/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Apprenticeship,CRF Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240124T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240124T151500
DTSTAMP:20240111T202603Z
CREATED:20240111T202603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T202603Z
UID:10000402-1706106600-1706109300@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Employer Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This virtual employer session will provide an overview of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s three apprenticeship tracks and how to become an approved employer in Colorado. \nRegister here.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/employer-apprenticeship-information-session-9/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Apprenticeship,CRF Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240112T104500
DTSTAMP:20240111T214701Z
CREATED:20240111T200657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T214701Z
UID:10000401-1705053600-1705056300@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Employer Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This virtual employer session will provide an overview of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s three apprenticeship tracks and how to become an approved employer in Colorado. \nRegister here.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/employer-apprenticeship-information-session-9-2/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Apprenticeship,CRF Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231206T104500
DTSTAMP:20231106T155810Z
CREATED:20231106T155810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T155810Z
UID:10000488-1701856800-1701859500@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Employer Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This virtual employer session will provide an overview of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s three apprenticeship tracks and how to become an approved employer in Colorado. \nRegister here.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/employer-apprenticeship-information-session-7/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Apprenticeship,CRF Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231130T104500
DTSTAMP:20231106T155717Z
CREATED:20231106T155717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T155717Z
UID:10000487-1701338400-1701341100@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Employer Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This virtual employer session will provide an overview of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s three apprenticeship tracks and how to become an approved employer in Colorado. \nRegister here.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/employer-apprenticeship-information-session-6/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Apprenticeship,CRF Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231116T154500
DTSTAMP:20231106T155608Z
CREATED:20231106T155608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T155608Z
UID:10000486-1700146800-1700149500@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Employer Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This virtual employer session will provide an overview of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s three apprenticeship tracks and how to become an approved employer in Colorado. \nRegister here.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/employer-apprenticeship-information-session-5/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Apprenticeship,CRF Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231115T200000
DTSTAMP:20231102T200656Z
CREATED:20231006T215434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T200656Z
UID:10000480-1700071200-1700078400@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:NoCo Brews & Bites
DESCRIPTION:The inaugural NoCo Brews & Bites is coming right up\, and it’s going to be a delicious celebration of the Northern Colorado drinks and dining scene – for a good cause! \nHosted by the Colorado Restaurant Association (CRA) Northern Colorado Chapter and the Colorado Restaurant Foundation (CRF)\, NoCo Brews & Bites includes snacks from eight local restaurants and unlimited pours from area breweries (and even a distillery or two!) to raise funds for CSU hospitality scholarships and nine Larimer and Weld County Colorado ProStart® high school programs\, which provide scholarships and hospitality education to hundreds of young people living in our community. \nYour ticket gives you access to the full walk-around tasting event\, set inside the glorious Opera Galleria in Old Town Fort Collins; your own NoCo Brews & Bites 2023 five-ounce tasting glass; unlimited pours; ample bites; fun photo ops; and more! \nThe full F&B lineup will be announced soon\, but already includes: \n\nAspen Grille (the student-led restaurant at the CSU Lory Student Center)\nAustin’s American Grill\nBlue Agave Grill\nChicken Salad Chick\nCopperMuse\nFour Noses Brewing Co (Broomfield)\nGrüvi\nHorse & Dragon Brewing Company\nLuna’s Tacos & Tequila\nOdell Brewing Company\nThe Post Chicken & Beer\nThe Regional\nThe Still Whiskey Steaks\nWeldWerks Brewing\nWiley Roots Brewing Company\nWing Shack\n\nJoin us! \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nSponsored by
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/noco-brews-bites/
LOCATION:Opera Galleria\, 123 North College Avenue\, Fort Collins\, CO\, 80524\, United States
CATEGORIES:CRF Events,Northern Colorado Chapter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231030T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231030T143000
DTSTAMP:20231005T163424Z
CREATED:20231005T163203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T163424Z
UID:10000479-1698674400-1698676200@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Restaurant Apprentice Interest Session
DESCRIPTION:The Colorado Restaurant Foundation is hosting a virtual apprenticeship interest session to provide potential apprentices with information on the steps to earn the Line Cook\, Kitchen Manager\, and/or Restaurant Manager credential. The virtual session takes about 30 minutes and will cover: \n\nApprenticeship program requirements and benefits\nWork-related training and job-related competency checklist\nApprenticeship employer partners (restaurants currently hiring apprentices!)\n\nREGISTER HERE \nCheck out this video featuring two apprentices currently working at Denver-based restaurant group Chook Chicken talking about how the program has had a positive impact on their lives.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/restaurant-apprentice-interest-session/
LOCATION:Online Event\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Apprenticeship,CRF Events,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231030T110000
DTSTAMP:20230925T222437Z
CREATED:20230925T222437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T222437Z
UID:10000477-1698660000-1698663600@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Employer Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This virtual employer session will provide an overview of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s three apprenticeship tracks and how to become an approved employer in Colorado. \nRegister here.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/employer-apprenticeship-information-session-4/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:CRF Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://corestaurant.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/CRF_Apprenticeship.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231019T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231019T160000
DTSTAMP:20231005T163443Z
CREATED:20231005T162914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T163443Z
UID:10000478-1697729400-1697731200@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Restaurant Apprentice Interest Session
DESCRIPTION:The Colorado Restaurant Foundation is hosting a virtual apprenticeship interest session to provide potential apprentices with information on the steps to earn the Line Cook\, Kitchen Manager\, and/or Restaurant Manager credential. The virtual session takes about 30 minutes and will cover: \n\nApprenticeship program requirements and benefits\nWork-related training and job-related competency checklist\nApprenticeship employer partners (restaurants currently hiring apprentices!)\n\nREGISTER HERE \nCheck out this video featuring two apprentices currently working at Denver-based restaurant group Chook Chicken talking about how the program has had a positive impact on their lives.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/restaurant-apprenticeship-interest-session/
LOCATION:Online Event\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Apprenticeship,CRF Events,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231019T110000
DTSTAMP:20230925T222352Z
CREATED:20230925T222352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T222352Z
UID:10000476-1697709600-1697713200@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Employer Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This virtual employer session will provide an overview of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s three apprenticeship tracks and how to become an approved employer in Colorado. \nRegister here.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/employer-apprenticeship-information-session-3/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:CRF Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://corestaurant.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/CRF_Apprenticeship.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230929T110000
DTSTAMP:20230925T222302Z
CREATED:20230925T222302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T222302Z
UID:10000475-1695981600-1695985200@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Employer Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This virtual employer session will provide an overview of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s three apprenticeship tracks and how to become an approved employer in Colorado. \nRegister here.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/employer-apprenticeship-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:CRF Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://corestaurant.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/CRF_Apprenticeship.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230926T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230926T153000
DTSTAMP:20230925T222023Z
CREATED:20230925T222023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T222023Z
UID:10000474-1695738600-1695742200@corestaurant.org
SUMMARY:Employer Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This virtual employer session will provide an overview of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s three apprenticeship tracks and how to become an approved employer in Colorado. \nRegister here.
URL:https://corestaurant.org/event/employer-apprenticeship-information-session/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:CRF Events
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