Southbury Public Library: Virtual & In-Person Cooking Programs For Children

Press release from the Southbury Public Library:

1/13/2022

The Southbury Public Library Youth Services department is thrilled to welcome back the Registered Dietitians from Food Explorers for three programs this December. We’ll be offering a virtual baking program for families, a nutrition program for preschoolers and their caregivers in the library.

Food Explorers Online: Veggie Lasagna Soup – Wednesday, February 2 at 5:30 pm live on Zoom. Join the Registered Dietitians from Food Explorers to make a warm and cozy dinner. We're making Veggie Lasagna Soup! You'll need to following ingredients: 1 onion, garlic, 1 (one) 15 oz. can of diced tomatoes, 1 (one) 15 oz. jar of tomato sauce, 4 cups vegetable broth, lasagna noodles, parmesan cheese, and optional ingredients such as spinach, ricotta cheese, and dried oregano.

Participants will receive a Zoom link and credentials the morning of the program. Recommended for ages 7 & up. Registration required. www.southburylibrary.org/events/food-explorers-online-veggie-lasagna-soup

Tiny Food Explorers In-Person – Friday, February 11 at 11:00 am in the Kingsley room. Join Tiny Food Explorers for some fun with food! Come and explore new flavors and textures while playing games all about food and MyPlate! You’ll make a hands-on healthy snack that even the pickiest of eaters will be keen to try. All snack ingredients will be nut free but may contain dairy. No food will be shared. Preschoolers ages 2-5 & caregivers. Registration required. www.southburylibrary.org/events/tiny-food-explorers-3

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