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Family Baking: Cinnamon Star Bread

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Kids, 6 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Description:

Shape and bake a delicious Cinnamon Star Bread using pre-made dough. Registration is for one child age 6+ and one adult plus up to two additional attendees per family. Please in

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Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Shape and bake a delicious Cinnamon Star Bread using pre-made dough. Registration is for one child age 6+ and one adult plus up to two additional attendees per family. Please indicate the attendees' names and the children's ages at registration. O...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Baking Techniques Two-Day Class: Croissants

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Learn the basics of dough lamination on day one. On day two, participants will bake croissants and pain au chocolat. 

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Learn the basics of dough lamination on day one. On day two, participants will bake croissants and pain au chocolat.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Baking Techniques Two-Day Class: Croissants

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:15pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Learn the basics of dough lamination on day one. On day two, participants will bake croissants and pain au chocolat. 

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Learn the basics of dough lamination on day one. On day two, participants will bake croissants and pain au chocolat.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Kentucky Hot Browns

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults
Description:

The Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich is a meal-worthy dish that's over-the-top delicious! Make open-faced sandwiches with thick slices of roasted turkey and fresh tomatoes on top of a t

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Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 14 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
The Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich is a meal-worthy dish that's over-the-top delicious! Make open-faced sandwiches with thick slices of roasted turkey and fresh tomatoes on top of a thick piece of toasted bread, all smothered in a rich, cheesy mornay sa...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wok Cooking Basics

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

In this hands-on class, gain an introductory understanding of wok cooking and learn how to prepare your recipe for the best results. We will prepare a plant-based recipe to practic

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
In this hands-on class, gain an introductory understanding of wok cooking and learn how to prepare your recipe for the best results. We will prepare a plant-based recipe to practice the new cooking skill. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cooking for Wellness: Building Better Salads

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Learn to make salads exciting! Join dietitian Dana Mealing in creating nutritious, crave-worthy salads. Go beyond iceberg lettuce with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and a sprinkle of

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Learn to make salads exciting! Join dietitian Dana Mealing in creating nutritious, crave-worthy salads. Go beyond iceberg lettuce with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and a sprinkle of cheese – discover the art of vibrant salads that make eating more veg...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Family Cooking: Empanadas

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Kids, 6 - Adults, Teens, Adults
Description:

Join us for a family cooking class to celebrate Cinco de Mayo (one day late) with scratch empanadas!  Registration is for one child age 6+ and one adult plus up to two addi

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - Adults )
Teens
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Join us for a family cooking class to celebrate Cinco de Mayo (one day late) with scratch empanadas!  Registration is for one child age 6+ and one adult plus up to two additional attendees per family. Please indicate the attendees' names and ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cooking Demo: Spiralized Veggies

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Get inspired to add a little creativity to your recipes with a spiralizer. Learn and sample dishes utilizing this fun kitchen tool that can help you add more veggies to your meals

Required
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Get inspired to add a little creativity to your recipes with a spiralizer. Learn and sample dishes utilizing this fun kitchen tool that can help you add more veggies to your meals or entice reluctant eaters with this novel presentation.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Baking Techniques: Beignets & Cafe au Lait

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Learn how to make New Orleans-style beignets, the soft and pillowy fried doughnuts covered in powdered sugar. While our dough proofs, we'll make traditional New Orleans-style

Required
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Learn how to make New Orleans-style beignets, the soft and pillowy fried doughnuts covered in powdered sugar. While our dough proofs, we'll make traditional New Orleans-style coffee with chickory. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Taco Tuesday: Plant-Based Taco Night

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Turn your Taco Tuesday into a plant-based feast! In this hands-on class, we'll make Vegan Jackfruit Tacos, Guacamole, and Jicama Salad.  

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
Turn your Taco Tuesday into a plant-based feast! In this hands-on class, we'll make Vegan Jackfruit Tacos, Guacamole, and Jicama Salad.   ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin Tops

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Learn how to make Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin Tops. Easy, quick, and delicious!

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
Learn how to make Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin Tops. Easy, quick, and delicious! ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Focaccia Bread Art

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Description:

Create your own fanciful bread art using fresh focaccia dough, veggies, and herbs.

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
Create your own fanciful bread art using fresh focaccia dough, veggies, and herbs. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Inclusive Cooks: Black Bean Quesadilla

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

In this hands-on cooking series for people with disabilities and people without, we will prepare a simple Black Bean Quesadilla recipe. 

Required
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:
In this hands-on cooking series for people with disabilities and people without, we will prepare a simple Black Bean Quesadilla recipe.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kids Baking Class: Hamburger Cupcakes

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 12
Description:

Participants will make "hamburger" cupcakes and learn basic baking skills. 

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 12 )

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:
Participants will make "hamburger" cupcakes and learn basic baking skills.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kids Baking Class: Hamburger Cupcakes

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Kids, 8 - 12
Description:

Participants will make "hamburger" cupcakes and learn basic baking skills. 

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Kids ( 8 - 12 )

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:
Participants will make "hamburger" cupcakes and learn basic baking skills.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Making Jam with Fresh Strawberries

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Participate in a hands-on workshop for making your own jam with Dr. Shauna Henley and Terry Serio from the University of Maryland Extension, Carroll County Office. The wo

Required
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
Participate in a hands-on workshop for making your own jam with Dr. Shauna Henley and Terry Serio from the University of Maryland Extension, Carroll County Office. The workshop is for beginning and experienced canners. ...

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Homemade Strawberry Toaster Pastry

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Kids, 10 - 18, Teens
Description:

Designed for kids and teens, this class will use pastry dough, fruit filling, and royal icing to make our own scratch toaster pastries!

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Kids ( 10 - 18 )
Teens

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
Designed for kids and teens, this class will use pastry dough, fruit filling, and royal icing to make our own scratch toaster pastries! ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Creative Crudité

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults
Description:

In this hands-on class, participants will learn how to make a beautiful crudité platter with delicious dips. 

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
In this hands-on class, participants will learn how to make a beautiful crudité platter with delicious dips.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

Memorial Day

All Day
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite

Closed for the Memorial Day Holiday

Closing
Branches:
Eldersburg Branch, Exploration Commons, Finksburg Branch, Mount Airy Branch, North Carroll Branch, Taneytown Branch, Westminster Branch, Mobile Services, CCPL Headquarters, Offsite
Description:
Closed for the Memorial Day Holiday ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

ServSafe® Food Handler Course

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults
Description:

The ServSafe® Food Handler course taught by a Certified ServSafe® Instructor provides basic food safety knowledge. This two-hour class covers the following five

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 15 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Description:
The ServSafe® Food Handler course taught by a Certified ServSafe® Instructor provides basic food safety knowledge. This two-hour class covers the following five key areas: Basic Food Safety, Personal Hygiene, Cross ...

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spring Healthy Cooking Series: Mediterranean Diet

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

May is National Mediterranean Diet Month. Celebrate with Weis Dietitian Christina Pelletier, MS, RDN, LDN, and learn about the components of the Mediterranean Diet and its health b

Required
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:
May is National Mediterranean Diet Month. Celebrate with Weis Dietitian Christina Pelletier, MS, RDN, LDN, and learn about the components of the Mediterranean Diet and its health benefits. The presentation will be followed by a Greek Chicken Gyro Bow...

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dinner's on Me: Frito Chili Pie

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, 13 - 18
Description:

Calling all aspiring teen chefs! Join us in the kitchen to learn how to prepare Frito Chili Pie (chili served over corn chips and topped with sour cream and cheese). Enhance your c

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 13 - 18 )

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
Calling all aspiring teen chefs! Join us in the kitchen to learn how to prepare Frito Chili Pie (chili served over corn chips and topped with sour cream and cheese). Enhance your culinary skills, gain confidence in the kitchen, and impress your loved...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Reduce Food Cost, Not Quality

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Eating on a budget doesn't mean that food quality has to suffer. Join Weis Dietitian Christina Pelletier, MS, RDN, and LDN, as we discuss the variety of quality, nutritious foods o

Required
Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:
Eating on a budget doesn't mean that food quality has to suffer. Join Weis Dietitian Christina Pelletier, MS, RDN, and LDN, as we discuss the variety of quality, nutritious foods offered in the grocery store while keeping the budget in mind. This pre...

Disclaimer(s)

Only adults need to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Couples Cook: Southern Shrimp and Grits

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Plan a date night! Delectable shrimp will be cooked with creole seasoning, red pepper, green onions, crisp bacon, and garlic then put over a bed of creamy cheddar grits.

Required
Payment
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:
Plan a date night! Delectable shrimp will be cooked with creole seasoning, red pepper, green onions, crisp bacon, and garlic then put over a bed of creamy cheddar grits. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.