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Upcoming Programs and Events
Yes, You Can: Preserving Practice: Jams and Jellies
Participants will learn about the different types of sweet spreads, the science behind gel formation, and essential jam- and jelly-making techniques. In the second half, participants will put their knowledge into action by preparing their own jar of jam to take home.
Food Preservation Classes and Pressure Canner Testing Clinics
Preserving food at home lets us enjoy homegrown, locally sourced, or seasonal foods year-round. Check out our list of local, in-person food preservation classes and pressure canner testing clinics. Join us so you can be prepared for safe food preservation.
Culinary Herbs 101
Herbs and spices are a simple way to add flavor while supporting healthy eating. Participants will learn practical tips for selecting, storing, and preserving herbs so they can be enjoyed year-round and how to use herbs and spices effectively in cooking, including how much to add to enhance a dish without overpowering it and how these ingredients can support healthier cooking habits.
Wee Nats - East Dubuque Library
Certified Food Protection Manager Course
Composting: The Next Batch
Terrific Tomatoes
4-H Youth Development
Agriculture
Community Economic Development
Horticulture
Illinois Nutrition Education Programs
Local Foods & Small Farms
Natural Resources, Energy & Environment
Nutrition & Wellness