This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cheese Basics: Taste & Explore 10:30am–11:30am Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 25 2026 Wed Cheese Basics: Taste & Explore 10:30am–11:30am Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 11, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Description: This class introduces simple methods for tasting and describing cheese with confidence. You’ll learn to slow down, notice details, and build your cheese vocabulary. 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.Closed-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Advanced Baking: German Chocolate Cake 1:00pm–3:30pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 26 2026 Thu Advanced Baking: German Chocolate Cake 1:00pm–3:30pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 12, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Learn to prepare a classic German Chocolate Cake in this hands-on class. We will make a rich chocolate layer cake topped with a custard-style coconut pecan icing. 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.Closed-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Custom Teacup and Chai 1:30pm–4:00pm Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 28 2026 Sat Custom Teacup and Chai 1:30pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 14, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, Cooking, Laser and CNC Machines, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: Join special guest instructor Garima Chaturvedi in this hands-on traditional chai class. We’ll use design software and our Fusion Pro laser cutter to engrave custom designs on wooden teacups and then head to the kitchen for tea tasting. 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.Closed-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Books and Bites: A Taste of Maryland Authors 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "15 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 23 2026 Mon Books and Bites: A Taste of Maryland Authors 2:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 9, 2026 @ 2:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: As part of the Maryland 250 celebration, let's meet in the Teaching Kitchen to make a traditional Maryland favorite, Savory Crabmeat Cobbler, followed by a discussion of Maryland authors led by Westminster Branch librarians. 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.Closed-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Intro to Vacuum Forming: Maryland Flag Chocolate Mold 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "16 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 25 2026 Wed Intro to Vacuum Forming: Maryland Flag Chocolate Mold 2:00pm–4:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 11, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Payment Required Description: In this hands-on class, we will discuss some aspects of 3D design that are important to designing for mold creation and learn how to use Exploration Commons' Vaquform machines to create a mold. 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.Closed-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
This event is in the "Adults" group Fridge Pickling Basics 5:00pm–7:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required Payment Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 25 2026 Wed Fridge Pickling Basics 5:00pm–7:00pm Exploration Commons Upcoming Registration will open on March 11, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Payment Required Description: Learn how easy and fun it is to make your own crisp, flavorful pickled veggies at home! In this hands-on class, you’ll prep fresh veggies, mix a simple brine, and create jars of quick “fridge pickles” ready to enjoy in just a few days. 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.Closed-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.
