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IN-PERSON CLASSES

ALLERGENS MAY BE PRESENT AT ALL CLASSES. PLEASE CONTACT KATIE AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF CLASS AND SHE CAN LET YOU KNOW IF THE ALLERGEN CAN BE ACCOMMODATED. WE ALWAYS TRY OUR BEST TO MAKE SURE IT CAN!!

Interested in a private class, party, a school or summer camp visit ? Please contact Katie for more more information!

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PRESCHOOL

LITTLE WITCHES KITCHEN

10/10/26 10AM-11AM

Tiny chefs will mix, sprinkle, stir, and decorate spooky treats like witches brooms, bubbling potion drinks, and silly Halloween creations while practicing simple kitchen skills. Costumes are welcome!

Ages: 2-5 Years with adult

Fee: $20

Location: Vandalia Senior Center

TURKEY TIME ADVENTURE

11/20/26 4PM-5PM

It's time for preschoolers to make a turkey themed snack and then trek together around the meadow! Little chefs will enjoy making Thanksgiving themed snacks to gobble up after their turkey trot around the park!

Ages: 3-5 Years with adult

Fee: $26 residents, $34 nonresidents

Location: Kennard Nature Nook

MINI GINGERBREAD MAGIC

12/5/26 10AM-11AM

Get ready for a magical morning full of sprinkles, smiles, and North Pole fun! Little create merry treats like graham cracker gingerbread houses and sweet holiday creations while practicing simple kitchen skills and lots of holiday cheer. 

Ages: 2-5 Years with adult

Fee: $20

Location: Vandalia Senior Center

YOUTH

AFTER SCHOOL SNACKS

9/16/26 6:00PM-7:30PM

In this hands-on class, kids will learn to make easy after-school snacks they can recreate at home. Kids will practice basic kitchen skills while preparing kid-friendly favorites and leave with confidence.

Ages: 6-12

Fee: $38 residents, $40 nonresidents

Location: Monroe Twnshp Basement

FROM PATCH TO PLATE

10/13/26 4:30PM-5PM

celebrate the flavors of fall with sweet and savory seasonal foods. Make spaghetti squash pasta with a savory sauce and an apple crumb dessert and don't forget the apple cider!

Ages: 8-15

Fee: $33 residents, $43 nonresidents

Location: Kennard Nature Nook

BOO-TIFUL BITES

10/27/26 6-7:30PM

Join us for a spooktacular hands-on cooking class where kids will create fun and festive Halloween treats. Kids will make silly, spooky snacks like monster cupcakes and jack-o-lantern peppers.

Ages: 6-12

Fee: $25

Location: Vandalia Senior Center

FRIENDSGIVING FEAST

11/18/26 5:30PM-7PM

Celebrate friendship + food in our festive Friendsgiving class! Young chefs will cook up turkey meatball skewers, mashed potato cups, and bake mini pumpkin pies while sharing the spirit of gratitude.

Ages: 6-12

Fee: $43 Member, $64 Non-Res

Location: Oakwood Community Center

COCOA + COOKIES

12/16/26 5:30PM-7PM

Let's get cozy in the kitchen this holiday season! We will make fresh baked cookies and homemade hot cocoa to get into the spirit. We’ll finish with an activity to make a take home hot cocoa mix.

Ages: 6-12

Fee: $43 Member, $64 Non-Res

Location: Oakwood Community Center

SUSHI ROLL ADVENTURE

9/22/26 4:30PM-5:30PM

Learn the art of sushi making! From rolling your own sushi rolls to crafting delicious fillings and sauces, this hands-on experience will unleash your culinary creativity to make veggie rolls.

Ages: 8-15

Fee: $33 residents, $43 nonresidents

Location: Kennard Nature Nook

BOO-TIFUL BITES

10/21/26 5:30PM-7PM

Kids will make silly, spooky snacks like monster cupcakes and jack-o-lantern stuffed peppers.  They'll leave with tasty treats and plenty of Halloween fun to share!

Ages: 6-12

Fee: $43 Member, $64 Non-Res

Location: Oakwood Community Center

FRIENDSGIVING FEAST

11/5/26 6:00PM-7:30PM

Celebrate friendship + food in our festive Friendsgiving cooking class! Chefs will cook up turkey meatball skewers, mashed potato cups, + bake mini pumpkin pies while sharing the spirit of gratitude.

Ages: 6-12

Fee: $38 residents, $40 nonresidents

Location: Tipp Global Methodist Church

COCOA + COOKIES

12/10/26 6-7:30PM

Let's get cozy in the kitchen this holiday season! We will make fresh baked cookies and homemade hot cocoa to get into the spirit. We’ll finish with an activity to make a take home hot cocoa mix.

Ages: 6-12

Fee: $25

Location: Vandalia Senior Center

AFTER-SCHOOL SNACKS

8/26/26 5:30PM-7PM

Kids will learn to make easy and delicious after-school snacks they can recreate at home. Kids will practice basic kitchen skills while preparing kid-friendly favorites and leave with new confidence.

Ages: 6-12

Fee: $43 Member, $64 Non-Res

Location: Oakwood Community Center

BOO-TIFUL BITES

10/26/26 6:00PM-7:30PM

Join us for a spooktacular hands-on cooking class where kids will create fun + festive Halloween treats. Kids will make silly, spooky snacks like monster cupcakes and jack-o-lantern stuffed peppers.

Ages: 6-12

Fee: $38 residents, $40 nonresidents

Location: Monroe Twnshp Basement

FRIENDSGIVING FEAST

11/10/26 6-7:30PM

Celebrate friendship + food in our festive Friendsgiving class! Young chefs will cook up turkey meatball skewers, mashed potato cups, and bake mini pumpkin pies while sharing the spirit of gratitude.

Ages: 6-12

Fee: $25

Location: Vandalia Senior Center

COCOA + COOKIES

12/15/26 6:00PM-7:30PM

Let's get cozy in the kitchen this holiday season! We will make fresh baked cookies and homemade hot cocoa to get into the spirit. We’ll finish with an activity to make a take home hot cocoa mix.

Ages: 6-12

Fee: $38 residents, $40 nonresidents

Location: Tipp Global Methodist Church

ADULT

ONE DOUGH WONDER

11/17/26 6PM-7:30PM

Join us for a fun cooking class where we’ll make an easy meal using simple 2-ingredient dough! Learn how to make this versatile dough and transform it into pizza, bagels, and more!

Ages: 18+

Fee: $25

Location: Vandalia Senior Center

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