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
December classes open for registration on Wednesday, October 29 at 9am. Click HERE to view a full list of upcoming classes.
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
Jolly Treats: Gluten-Free & Vegan Holiday Desserts
Wednesday, December 3 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Celebrate the joy of the holiday season with delicious desserts that everyone can enjoy! Whether you or your guests follow a gluten-free or vegan/plant-based diet, this class is designed to help you create mouthwatering treats that are both festive and inclusive.
Working together, we’ll create a decadent chocolate hazelnut cheesecake, amazingly easy pecan pie bars, and an assortment of festive truffles. Bring your sweet tooth for sampling in class and a container to take some home, too!
Community Instructor: Becky Fitzpatrick
Bake the Season Bright: Cookies!
Monday, December 8~ 6pm to 8pm
Let’s get together for some hands-on, festive cookie baking! Your instructors will guide you through three (3) classic holiday recipes and the essential techniques for making successful cookies that are perfect for gifting, entertaining, or simply enjoying with a cup of cocoa.
Participants will learn how to make stress-free Gingerbread, Candy Cane, and Toffee Shortbread Cookies, beginning with dough making and finishing with cookie decorating. Everyone will have fun sampling cookies warm from the oven, and will take home the recipes, leftover cookies (if there are any!), and the confidence to recreate the cookie magic at home.
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.
Photo & Video Release
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