DEC. 2

Bear Creek by Candlelight — Bear Creek Nature Center’s annual holiday celebration featuring luminary-lit nature trails, live music, chili dinner from Texas Roadhouse, Santa Claus and festive crafts. Pre-register for specific times between 5-8 p.m., $8 per person or $7 per member. Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road; 719-520-6387, pre-register at Elpasocountynaturecenters.com.

DEC. 10

Country Holiday Fair — Shop more than 50 local vendors and the kids can make crafts and get photos with Santa. Food trucks, holiday cocktails and plenty of treats available. 2-7 p.m. El Paso County Fair and Events Center, Whittemore building, 366 10th St., Calhan; 719-5207880, elpasocountyfair.com.

DEC. 16 AND JAN. 7

Lots of Knots — In this threehour workshop, learn about knots and their practical usage. $8 per person or $7 per member and military. Dec. 16: 2-5 p.m., Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road; Jan. 7: 2-5 p.m., Fountain Creek Nature Center, 320 Peppergrass Lane, Fountain; more information or member/military registration: 719-520-6977, pre-register at ElpasocountynatureCenters.com.

JAN. 13

Bunco Party! — Dice, score cards nacho bar and prizes provided. Ages 13 and older. Minors must be accompanied by an adult but can venture on their own during gameplay. Starts at 5 p.m. $8 per person. Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road; 719-520-6977, pre-register at Elpasocountynaturecenters.com.

JAN. 28

Painting in the Park: Valentine’s Edition — Learn watercolor painting basics, then make your own watercolor Valentine’s Day cards. Each person will receive a watercolor palette, brush set and cards with envelopes. Program geared toward adults. 1-3 p.m. $15 per person or $10 per member. Fountain Creek Nature Center, 320 Peppergrass Lane, Fountain; 719-520-6745, pre-register at Elpasocountynaturecenters.com.

FEB. 4

Winter Fun at Fox Run — Celebrate winter’s beauty. Roast hot dogs and marshmallows, with live music, wagon-drawn hayrides, storytelling, dog costume contest and parade with prizes for the winners, games and more. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $5 per person includes food and all activities. Proceeds will support a new nature center in Fox Run Regional Park. Fox Run Regional Park, 2110 Stella Drive; 719-520-6387, pre-register at Elpasocountynaturecenters.com.

FEB. 17

Fishing 101 — Learn about freshwater fishing and how to get started in this seminar-styled program. Learn from local pros and special guest speakers. Program designed for teens and adults but children are welcome. 3-5 p.m. $5 per person or $4 per member or military; more information or member/military registration: 719-520-6977, pre-register at Elpasocountynaturecenters.com.