The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County continues its food-education programming in June and July at the Culinary Literacy Center at Main Library.
Classes cover a broad range of topics, including nutrition, food preparation, healthy eating, and how-to programs (baking, entertaining, and seasonal and ethnic cooking).
To see a schedule of classes and to register, visit here. Call 330-744-8636 for more information. Upcoming food programs appear below.
Pride & Pizza. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Family cooking class. 5:30 p.m., June 7.
Berry Delicious: Celebrating National Strawberry Shortcake Day. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For ages 5 and older. Registration is required. 1 p.m., Saturday, June 10.
Seed to Table – Basil. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Grow your own basil and make homemade pesto. Get guidance on selecting the right basil variety, planting and caring for your herb, and harvesting for maximum flavor. For adults. Registration is required. 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 13.
Get Your Veggies On. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. This interactive beginner’s cooking class is designed for ages 9-13. Learn how to make a basic green salad using knife skills. Learn how to chop vegetables and mix a simple dressing. The class will taste what they make. Registration is required. Noon, Friday, June 16.
Stepping Out with Healthy Cooking – Soul Food. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Mary Akpadock, RDN, LD, from Mercy Health will demonstrate how to make iconic soul food dishes with a healthy spin. For adults. 1 p.m., Friday, June 23.
Culinary Foundation Series – Quick Tomato Sauce. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Discover the art of creating a delicious fresh and quick tomato sauce from scratch. The Library will supply some pasta so participants can sample their work at the end of class. For ages 16 and older. Registration is required. Noon, Monday, June 26.
Caribbean American Heritage Month. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn to make rice and beans, a staple of Caribbean cuisine. Participants will receive a portion and make their own fresh mango salsa to accompany it. For adults. Presented by Jessica Romeo, Community Health Educator at Mercy Health. Registration is required. 1 p.m., Friday, June 30.
Beat the Heat: Instant Pot Risotto. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For adults. For adults. Noon, Thursday, July 6 or 5:30 p.m., Monday, July 10.
French American Heritage Month. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. France – often considered one of the culinary centers of the world – has had a big impact on American cuisine. Learn to make crepes with a variety of fillings, both sweet and savory. Recipes and a take-out container will be provided to each participant. Registration opens at noon on May 26. Noon-1:30 p.m., 7.
Scoops of Fun: National Ice Cream Day. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. The Library will demonstrate how to make a homemade hot fudge sauce for sundaes. For ages 5-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and adults must register for the program. Noon, Friday, July 14.
Stepping Out with Healthy Cooking – Seasonal Produce. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Explore the best produce July has to offer with Mercy Health’s Stepping Out nutrition program. Registration opens at noon on June 16. 1 p.m.,
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