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
January classes open for registration on Wednesday, November 18, at 9am. Click HERE to view a full list of upcoming classes.
Holiday Baking: A Sweet Start to the Holidays
Monday, November 16 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Celebrate the magic of the season a little early with a cozy evening of holiday baking! Together we’ll mix, bake, and decorate three festive cookie recipes that may become your new holiday favorites: Party Cookies, Chocolate Crinkles, and Chocolate Mint Wafer Cookies.
This is the perfect way to slow down, enjoy some warmth, and fill the kitchen with the irresistible sweet scent of fresh-baked cookies. Along the way, you will learn helpful baking tips and techniques while creating treats that are perfect for cookie exchanges, gift-giving, or sharing with loved ones.
Everyone will leave with the recipes and some samples of the cookies we bake together. Come ready to bake, laugh, and make sweet memories, one cookie at a time.
Class Note: Some samples/recipes contain milk, eggs, tree nuts, wheat, and food dyes.
Community Instructors: Wendy Steusloff and Jan Szalkowski
Celebrate the Season: Holiday Cookies
Tuesday, December 8 ~ 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Making and sharing home-baked treats is a wonderful way to spread joy during the holiday season. Get into the festive spirit and jump-start your holiday baking as you learn to make three different types of cookies, perfect for sharing with family and friends or enjoying at home.
Start with a classic shortbread cookie while exploring different flavor variations. Next up are chocolate coconut macaroons with crispy edges and soft, chewy centers, followed by a spicy ginger cookie featuring a surprising ingredient. We’ll wrap up the evening by sampling all three cookies and enjoying the results of our baking.
Everyone will take home cookies made in class, recipes, and a batch of shortbread dough. Some samples and recipes may contain eggs, tree nuts, and/or wheat.
577 Staff Instructor: Beth Phlegar
Sourdough II: Discard Recipes
Thursday, December 10 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Prerequisite: This class is designed for those who already have an established sourdough starter.
The growing popularity of making homemade sourdough has opened the door to all kinds of baking possibilities beyond the traditional artisan loaf. As a natural next step in your sourdough journey, explore creative ways to put your sourdough discard to good use while expanding your baking skills. This hands-on workshop is also an opportunity to exchange tips and techniques, share successes and challenges, and discover new recipes using discard that might otherwise go to waste.
We’ll begin with a group discussion and Q&A before heading into the kitchen to prepare two recipes featuring sourdough discard: savory sourdough crackers and chewy peanut butter cookies. Participants will work together to make, bake, and sample both recipes fresh from the oven.
Come prepared to share your sourdough experiences, ask questions, and try something new. Participants are welcome to bring photos of their sourdough creations to share with the group. Class Note: Some samples and recipes may contain eggs, peanuts, and/or wheat.
Community Instructors: Wendy Steusloff and Jan Szalkowski
Holiday Cake Pops
Wednesday, December 16 ~ 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Learn how to create your own holiday-themed cake pops from start to finish and make two dozen (24) to enjoy with family and friends at home or bring to your next gathering.
During class, you’ll learn techniques for rolling cake balls, dipping them for a smooth finish, and decorating with creative details. Along the way, we’ll share tips for achieving the right texture, preventing cracks and slips, and creating cake pops that look just as good as they taste.
Class Note: If you have one, please bring a 9 x 13-inch airtight container to transport your cake pops home. A box will be provided if needed. Some samples and recipes may contain eggs, tree nuts, and/or peanuts.
Community Instructor: Jennifer Fisher
Program Registration Policies & Forms
577 is committed to creating welcoming and inclusive experiences for all participants. If you have accessibility needs or require reasonable accommodations to fully participate, we encourage you to contact us before your class so we can work with you to provide appropriate support whenever possible.
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Cancellation & Refund Policy
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