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This 10-week cooking class will cover cooking safety (including safe cutting techniques), healthy cooking hygiene, and how to cook various simple foods. This course is adapted to be accessible for people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities. The classes will break each cooking task down into manageable steps. Cooking topics may include: no bake cookies, pasta, nachos, coffee/tea, and seasonal treats using a toaster food safety including how to decipher expiration dates, how to know when food is cooked, how to identify mold, how to properly clean the kitchen, how to avoid burning yourself on the stove and pans following steps of a recipe team work in a shared kitchen space memory techniques to remember to turn the stove and oven off. This course will run for 10 weeks and the lessons will build on each other with the chance for lots of repetition. While students will snack during each class, there will not be full meals provided during every class; students are recommended to plan accordingly. Aids are welcome to join a student. A needs assessment covering food sensitivities/allergies, past cooking experiences and more will be part of the registration process. This class is intended for young adults ages 14 and older. June 1st will be a makeup day in case of instructor illness or weather cancellations.

Spend an enjoyable evening with Evelyn as you explore the art of creating delicious noodle dishes, beginning with a classic favorite: Chicken and Shrimp Lo Mein. In this hands-on class, you’ll discover the variety of ingredients that can be used to build flavor and texture in lo mein, as well as learn about different noodle types and easy alternatives you can use at home. Evelyn will guide you through techniques that make this dish both approachable and versatile, giving you confidence to recreate it in your own kitchen. To end the evening on a sweet note, you’ll prepare Mango Sago Pomelo Pudding—a refreshing dessert that originated in Hong Kong and has become a modern Asian favorite. This creamy, fruity treat combines the brightness of mango with the delicate textures of sago pearls and pomelo. Along the way, you’ll learn how to properly handle and prepare these delicate ingredients to achieve the perfect balance of flavors and consistency. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced home cook, this class is designed to expand your skills while treating you to a delicious cultural experience. This is a participatory cooking class. A small group of 3-4 students will work together at each cooking station to complete the recipe on the night's menu. "Evelyn is an amazing instructor. She’s passionate about food... and excited to share her knowledge."

Join Evelyn and spend an engaging evening exploring the art of Asian dumplings, beginning with the creation of a versatile base filling that serves as the foundation for a variety of dumpling styles. You’ll learn how this single filling can be shaped and adapted for boiling, steaming, and pan-frying, allowing you to create multiple styles of dumplings with confidence. The class will also cover preparing a flavorful broth for wonton soup and show you how to turn dumplings into a complete, satisfying meal. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced home cook, this class is designed to expand your skills while treating you to a delicious cultural experience. This is a participatory cooking class. A small group of 3-4 students will work together at each cooking station to complete the recipe on the night's menu. "Evelyn is an amazing instructor. She’s passionate about food... and excited to share her knowledge."

Unlock the secrets of artisan-style sourdough bagels in this hands-on, step-by-step course designed for home bakers of all skill levels. Whether you’re just learning to work with a sourdough starter or you already bake bread regularly, Natalie will teach you how to make your own delicious sourdough bagels at home. Sourdough bagels typically require rising overnight, so for this one evening class, you will use dough that has already risen and learn the techniques from there. Students will shape, boil, and bake their bagels, and then of course get to taste test! You will experiment with different toppings and mixtures, and leave with all the knowledge (and a recipe) to continue making bagels at home on your own. This class is open to students 13 and older; younger students are welcome to attend with an adult caregiver who is also registered. This is a participatory class. Students will work together in pairs to make and bake their bagels. A couple notes on Sourdough starter from your instructor if you do not already have your own: You can purchase it through the Village Bakehouse in Williston. We have partnered with them for this class and a link to purchase will be e-mailed to you before the class meets. I will then bring your starter for you to class. If you would like to try making your own starter, I can chat with you at the end of class and provide a starter recipe. Are you looking to learn the ins and outs of baking your own Sourdough bread? Join Natalie in March for Baking 101: Sourdough Bread.

Have you wanted to learn the ins and outs of baking sourdough bread? Come learn from Natalie while she walks you through the basics! On the first night of the course we will taste fresh sourdough bread, feed your new starter, mix dough, and let it ferment. Then the following night, we will bake our bread and explore all things sourdough! This class is perfect for folks new to baking sourdough, as we will begin with a very simple recipe, but anyone is welcome. Sourdough starter from local microbakery, The Village Bakehouse, is included in the class price. The starter will come in a large mason jar that you'll be able to use for future feeding and storing. Please see this link for recommended supplies to purchase and bring to the first class; if you're not able to purchase supplies ahead of time, there will be extras available in class for sharing. This participatory class is intended for students 13 and older; younger students are welcome to attend with an adult caregiver who is also registered. Already have an understanding for baking your own Sourdough bread and ready for a new challenge? Join Natalie in May for Baking 101: Sourdough Bagels.

In this hands-on woodworking class, students will design and build a beautiful shaker-style nightstand—a piece known for its clean lines, practical beauty, and timeless appeal. This project is a perfect introduction to furniture-making and will look right at home in any bedroom, entryway, or living space. You’ll learn how to select and prepare lumber, use woodworking tools safely and confidently, and take accurate measurements that lead to professional-looking results. Along the way, we’ll introduce simple but strong joinery techniques that form the foundation of quality furniture construction. As the project comes together, students will shape parts, assemble the nightstand, and apply a smooth, attractive finish that brings out the natural beauty of the wood. Each step is demonstrated and guided, making the process approachable even if you’ve never built furniture before. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to learn, ask questions, and enjoy working with your hands. By the end of the class, you’ll go home with a completed nightstand you can be proud of, along with the skills and confidence to take on future woodworking projects. Min Age: 16+