Explore the art of cooking with hands-on Culinary Arts classes at 577. A long-standing favorite, these classes invite participants to discover flavors from around the world, master comforting classics, explore healthy and plant-based options, create inventive desserts, learn canning techniques, and more.
Designed for all skill levels, our classes provide practical kitchen tips, foundational techniques, and creative inspiration. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to expand your culinary horizons, local chefs and passionate food enthusiasts guide each session in a welcoming, interactive setting.
With new topics each month, classes take place in the Cottage or Virginia’s House, bringing people together to share the joy of cooking and learning.
Upcoming Classes
November classes open for registration on Wednesday, September 24 at 9am. Click HERE to view a full list of upcoming classes.
Sourdough Bread Baking
Two-Part Class:
Monday, October 13 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Monday, October 20 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Demystify the sourdough bread-making process in this hands-on, two-part class and learn how to create wholesome, homemade baked goods with confidence.
On Monday, October 13, we’ll kick things off by breaking down how sourdough bread baking works, removing the uncertainty that often comes with this time-honored craft. Everyone will get hands-on to mix up their own starter while exploring the customs and folklore of sourdough—and, of course, sampling fresh homemade bread. Each participant will take home their starter in a quart-sized glass jar along with detailed instructions for its care.
Return on Monday, October 20, for Part Two, when you’ll bring your starter back to check its progress and share your starter stories. We’ll observe the “pull and fold” method for working with sourdough dough and answer all your questions. You’ll go home with a collection of favorite recipes from the instructors, including sourdough chocolate chip cookies, English muffins, crackers, and baguettes.
You’ll leave feeling confident, inspired, and ready to bake your own delicious sourdough creations at home.
Community Instructors: Jan Szalkowski and Wendy Steusloff
Sweet & Savory Pies
Monday, November 3 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Learn the art of creating perfect pies with exquisite crusts. We’ll spend time troubleshooting the challenges of mixing and rolling out homemade flaky crusts.
In-class demonstrations will include lattice and full-top crusts, dessert pies, and decorative-edged quiches. At the end of class, we’ll sit down together to sample a slice of quiche and a fruit pie, and everyone will go home with recipes and the confidence to make and share pies with family and friends.
Community Instructors: Jan Szalkowski and Wendy Steusloff
Class Locations & Parking Map
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Cancellation & Refund Policy
Because space is limited, we rely on you to register for classes thoughtfully. Please help us continue to offer these wonderful classes as affordably as possible by adhering to the following registration, cancellation, and refund policies.
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