Meet horses available for adoption today as part of the “Open House and Adoption Day” at the Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center, 5530 E. Colorado 86, just west of Franktown, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guided tours and refreshments are included. The Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center is not a sanctuary or a rescue facility and does not accept owner-relinquished horses. It is for horses, ponies, donkeys and mules that have been removed from owners by law enforcement authorities because of abuse and neglect. 303-751-5772, . Photo provided by Dumb Friends League
Fine-arts fun
More than 30 artists and artisans will sell their handmade goods at today’s Water Tower Art + Craft Market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., part of the second annual Inspire Arts Week Lakewood. Art and design demonstrations, live local music with Magic Cyclops, Porlolo and Sweet Tooth Meat Tooth is included at the Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) , 1600 Pierce St. in Lakewood. Admission is free.
A date with chocolate
Mark your calendar for June 23 for the third annual Winter Park Chocolate Festival. More than 20 vendors will offer samples, sell chocolates, various sweets and gift items from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Activities include awarding the “Chocolate Crown” (who can eat the most Hershey Kisses in 60 seconds), a no-hands pudding eating contest, beer and chocolate pairing seminar, a truffle competition and more along with live music with Katey Laurel. Admission is Free, Taste Tickets available for purchase. The Village at Winter Park Resort,
Local appraisers at the ready
Got junk in your trunk, basement or garage? South Suburban Parks and Recreation is hosting a “Collector’s Road Show” from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday at Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave. in Littleton. The fee is $5 each and 2-3 items per person is recommended. Evaluations are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. 303-730-4605,
