Becoming U.S.: Food and Culture

Thu, November 15, 2018 6:00 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library

Food is one of the strongest identifiers of place and home, and as such it can unite and separate us. This unique program will feature a panel discussion and cooking demonstration with culinary leaders in Philadelphia whose identities have informed their approach to cooking and food as vehicles…

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CityLife Clinic: Adult Nutrition Workshop

Fri, November 16, 2018 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West

This workshop, led by a registered dietitian, is being offered by the Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative's Adult and Senior Nutrition Program in conjunction with CityLife Clinics. The Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative (AUNI) is a program of the Netter Center for Community Partnerships at…

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Cooking with Health Partners Plans at Blackwell Regional Library

Sat, November 17, 2018 1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Cooking with Health Partners Plans is a free program from Health Partners Plans, where you can learn how to make healthy and delicious meals. Join us for a hands-on take on how to create accessible dishes that increase fruit and vegetable intake affordably. Participants will work with chef Hugo…

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Cooking with Health Partner Plans at Blackwell Regional Library

Sat, November 17, 2018 1:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Cooking with Health Partners Plans is a free program from Health Partners Plans, where you can learn how to make healthy and delicious meals. Join us for a hands-on take on how to create accessible dishes that increase fruit and vegetable intake affordably. Participants will work with chef Hugo…

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Meatless Monday

Mon, November 19, 2018 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join Chef Char Nolan for an all-ages vegan cooking class. All levels of experience welcome.

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Exploring Color in Food!

Mon, November 19, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Ms. Karen will share a story about colors, and then we will make popcorn together, and enjoy some colorful toppings. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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Comforting Fall Side Dishes

Mon, November 19, 2018 6:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

Fall is all about cozy sweaters and warm, comforting foods. Savor the flavors of fall with Chef Dolores as we create crowd-pleasing sides that feature the best produce of this chilly-weather season. Come ready to taste dishes that will complement any meal and might even steal the show! This…

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Kids Can Cook

Tue, November 20, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Healthy Cooking class for school-aged children, taught by serv-safe certified cooking instructor Keisha Prosser. Learn about food safety, prepare a full meal, and then help eat what you’ve created! For additional information, please call the librarian at 215-685-1899.  

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Anatomy Eats, Part Two: The Digestive System

Tue, November 20, 2018 6:00 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library

This class is the second in a series that explores physiological systems of the body by way of cuisine and anatomy. The second class will feature the digestive system. We will get the chance to taste the liver, stomach, intestine, and tongue, as prepared by chef Ari Miller, while physician…

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CityLife Clinic: Adult Nutrition Workshop

Fri, November 23, 2018 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West

This workshop, led by a registered dietitian, is being offered by the Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative's Adult and Senior Nutrition Program in conjunction with CityLife Clinics. The Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative (AUNI) is a program of the Netter Center for Community Partnerships at…

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CityLife Clinic: Adult Nutrition Workshop

Fri, November 30, 2018 10:30 A.M.
Walnut Street West

This workshop, led by a registered dietitian, is being offered by the Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative's Adult and Senior Nutrition Program in conjunction with CityLife Clinics. The Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative (AUNI) is a program of the Netter Center for Community Partnerships at…

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Cookbook Club

Sat, December 1, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Do you enjoy cooking and eating with friends? Join us one Saturday a month as we explore a new cookbook. We’ll each choose a recipe from the featured cookbook, prepare it at home, and bring it to the library, where we will share a meal together. Registration is required and space is…

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Meatless Monday

Mon, December 3, 2018 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join Chef Char Nolan for an all-ages vegan cooking class. All levels of experience welcome.

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Kids Can Cook

Tue, December 4, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Healthy Cooking class for school-aged children, taught by serv-safe certified cooking instructor Keisha Prosser. Learn about food safety, prepare a full meal, and then help eat what you’ve created! For additional information, please call the librarian at 215-685-1899.  

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Author Talk: Fran Costigan

Wed, December 5, 2018 6:30 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

Fran Costigan will present her cookbook Vegan Chocolate: Unapologetically Luscious and Decadent Dairy-Free Desserts and sign copies of the book, which will be available for purchase. Fran Costigan, chef, cookbook author and director of Vegan Baking and Pastry at Rouxbe cooking school, is…

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A Taste of African Heritage

Fri, December 7, 2018 1:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Our six-week cooking program, A Taste of African Heritage, celebrates the healthy food traditions of the African diaspora. The program introduces participants to the rich cultural history of African heritage foods while providing them the tools they need to adopt this traditional way of eating…

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A Taste of African Heritage

Fri, December 14, 2018 1:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Our six-week cooking program, A Taste of African Heritage, celebrates the healthy food traditions of the African diaspora. The program introduces participants to the rich cultural history of African heritage foods while providing them the tools they need to adopt this traditional way of eating…

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Family Cooking Class: The Perfect Omelet

Sat, December 15, 2018 10:00 A.M.
Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library

Chef Chris Paul and nutritionist Leigh-Ann Charles-Paul are back with a family cooking class for caregivers and their children ages 8-12. As a special brunch dish or everyday breakfast staple, omelettes offer an adaptable approach to a budget-friendly and nutrient-dense meal. Participants will…

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Meatless Monday

Mon, December 17, 2018 4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join Chef Char Nolan for an all-ages vegan cooking class. All levels of experience welcome.

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Kids Can Cook

Tue, December 18, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Queen Memorial Library

Healthy Cooking class for school-aged children, taught by serv-safe certified cooking instructor Keisha Prosser. Learn about food safety, prepare a full meal, and then help eat what you’ve created! For additional information, please call the librarian at 215-685-1899.  

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