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 This event is in the "Adults" group. May 4 2024 Sat Wok Cooking Basics 1:30pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking 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 This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "15 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 6 2024 Mon Cooking for Wellness: Building Better Salads 1:30pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Learn to make salads exciting! Join dietitian Dana Mealing in creating nutritious, crave-worthy salads. 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 This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "6 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 6 2024 Mon Family Cooking: Empanadas 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 6 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Cooking 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! 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 This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "15 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 8 2024 Wed Cooking Demo: Spiralized Veggies 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. May 10 2024 Fri Baking Techniques: Beignets & Cafe au Lait 1:00pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. May 14 2024 Tue Taco Tuesday: Plant-Based Taco Night 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 1 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. May 15 2024 Wed Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin Tops 10:00am - 11:00am Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 0 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 This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 16 2024 Thu Focaccia Bread Art 5:00pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 0 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. May 17 2024 Fri Inclusive Cooks: Black Bean Quesadilla 10:00am - 12:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking 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 This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "8 - 12" group. May 18 2024 Sat Kids Baking Class: Hamburger Cupcakes 10:30am - 12:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 8 - 12 ) Program Type: Cooking 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 This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "8 - 12" group. May 18 2024 Sat Kids Baking Class: Hamburger Cupcakes 2:00pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 8 - 12 ) Program Type: Cooking 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. 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 This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "10 - 18" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 20 2024 Mon Homemade Strawberry Toaster Pastry 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 10 - 18 ) Teens Program Type: Cooking 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 This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2024 Wed Creative Crudité 10:00am - 12:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Quilt Inspired Tea Sandwiches Friday, May 24, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Adults Description: Learn to make quilt-inspired tea sandwiches as part of Quilting Bees and Afternoon Teas. We'll make several different recipes featuring tips, tricks, and presentation ideas for lov... Required Payment This event is in the "Adults" group. May 24 2024 Fri Quilt Inspired Tea Sandwiches 11:00am - 12:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 20 Description: Learn to make quilt-inspired tea sandwiches as part of Quilting Bees and Afternoon Teas. 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. Tea Tasting & Talk Friday, May 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Adults Description: Join us for a tea talk and tasting as part of Quilting Bees and Afternoon Teas. Learn to steep the perfect pot of tea and enjoy an educational talk on tea types, and the role teas ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 24 2024 Fri Tea Tasting & Talk 2:00pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Seats Remaining: 20 Description: Join us for a tea talk and tasting as part of Quilting Bees and Afternoon Teas. Learn to steep the perfect pot of tea and enjoy an educational talk on tea types, and the role teas have played in history. 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 May 27 2024 Mon Closing Memorial Day All Day 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 This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "15 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 28 2024 Tue ServSafe® Food Handler Course 1:00pm - 4:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 15 Description: The ServSafe® Food Handler course taught by a Certified ServSafe® Instructor provides basic food safety knowledge. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
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 This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "13 - 18" group. May 29 2024 Wed Dinner's on Me: Frito Chili Pie 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 13 - 18 ) Program Type: Cooking 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). 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. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. May 30 2024 Thu Couples Cook: Southern Shrimp and Grits 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. South African Eats: Fufu with Chicken Soup Friday, May 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Adults Description: Guest presenter Leticia Nortey will teach attendees how to make the authentic South African dish of Cassava and Plantain Fufu with Chicken Soup. This dish has recently become popul... Required Payment This event is in the "Adults" group. May 31 2024 Fri South African Eats: Fufu with Chicken Soup 2:00pm - 4:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 20 Description: Guest presenter Leticia Nortey will teach attendees how to make the authentic South African dish of Cassava and Plantain Fufu with Chicken Soup. 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. Cooking for Wellness: Eating for Mental Health Monday, June 3, 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: Many of us are familiar with how the foods we eat can impact our physical health, but our brain is a part of our physical body, too, and what we eat can also influence our mental h... Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "15 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 3 2024 Mon Cooking for Wellness: Eating for Mental Health 1:30pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 20 Description: Many of us are familiar with how the foods we eat can impact our physical health, but our brain is a part of our physical body, too, and what we eat can also influence our mental health. 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. Creative Crudité Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm 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 This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Creative Crudité 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Spices of the World: Nutmeg & Mace Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Adults Description: Third in our Spices & Herbs series. This class will focus on a unique dual spice: nutmeg and mace. Discover sourcing, flavors, and varieties. We will taste various forms of nut... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 6 2024 Thu Spices of the World: Nutmeg & Mace 1:30pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Seats Remaining: 20 Description: Third in our Spices & Herbs series. This class will focus on a unique dual spice: nutmeg and mace. Discover sourcing, flavors, and varieties. We will taste various forms of nutmeg and mace and evaluate them using flavor descriptors. 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. Group Baking: Cinnamon Rolls Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults Description: In this group cooking class, we will make quick-rise cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting from scratch. One registration is good for up to 4 attendees, with a minimum of 2 per... Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "8 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 8 2024 Sat Group Baking: Cinnamon Rolls 1:30pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 8 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description: In this group cooking class, we will make quick-rise cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting from scratch. One registration is good for up to 4 attendees, with a minimum of 2 per group. 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.