2021 Upcoming classes & Programs

 Unroll your mat and enjoy the scenery of Elawa's restored farm as our Instructor, Dani, guides you on an hour-long yoga journey. Classes will begin Saturday, June 5th.

Weather permitting, yoga classes will be held every Saturday on the north side of our vegetable garden.

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Date: Monday, Sept 27th 

Time: 12:30 - 2:30

Join Chef Gale Gand in the Elawa kitchen and learn some delicious portable dishes meant to be shared with others. 

Menu

Zucchini, Feta, and Chive Tart

Stewed Tomato Relish with Celery and Olives

Arroz Con Pollo (Mexican chicken, rice with peas, and roasted red peppers)

Raspberry Shortcake in Jars

Note: This is an in-person class. Class size will be limited. Face masks are required for all indoor classes.

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Date: Monday, October 25th 

Time: 12:30 - 2:30 pm

Learn seasonal dishes to celebrate fall with ingredients, such as apples, squash, pumpkin, pears, and fall spices. Tastes will be provided.

Note: This is an in-person class. Class size will be limited. Face masks are required for all indoor classes. 

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Date: Wednesday, October 27th 

Time: 10 - 11 am

Join Eileen Weber, AAF of Lake Forest Flowers as she guides you in creating a natural table design using a novelty pumpkin with live succulents and dried autumn accents. This living garden will last for the season and you can replant the succulents to continue enjoyment. All materials and professional instruction included in the workshop fee. 

Note: This is an in-person class. Class size will be limited. Face masks are required for all indoor classes. 

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Date: Saturday, October 30th

Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am

What's the difference and how are they made? Explore these pastries using seasonal ingredients and take some home to share. Bring your favorite rolling pin. This is a "hands-on" class.

Note: This is an in-person class. Class size will be limited. Face masks are required for all indoor classes. 

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Date: Saturday, November 6th

Time: 10:30 - 11:45 am

Since dahlia tubers don’t overwinter well in our climate, they need to be removed from the soil and stored over the winter to ensure their growing success the next season. Dahlia tubers can also be divided to make many more plants for the next season. Join us to learn how to successfully divide dahlia tubers and store them properly, so you have healthy tubers ready to plant next season.

Note: This is an in-person class. Class size will be limited. Face masks are required for all indoor classes. 

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Date: Saturday, November 6th

Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm

A hands-on workshop with straightforward and simple step-by-step instructions on the basics of building flavor in your stew or soup. You'll learn techniques from Chef Steve LoTempio that will be sure to impress your friends and family with your own creations.

Note: This is an in-person class. Class size will be limited. Face masks are required for all indoor classes. 

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Date: Wednesday, November 17th

Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm

Come join the Paper White Planting Party!

Holly Kyle of “Mama H’s Paper White Purpose” will show you how to plant paper white bulbs in repurposed and vintage containers, ready to bloom and enjoy in 4-5 weeks. 

Holly/Mama H’s purpose is to share the wonder and beauty of nature and show how something as simple as a flower can bring so much joy and appreciation for life and the world around us!

We will decorate and personalize glass containers with a variety of decor, vinyl holiday designs/images and you’ll leave with a beautiful container of bulbs ready to bloom during the holiday season.

Note: This is an in-person class. Class size will be limited. Face masks are required for all indoor classes. 

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Date: Saturday, November 20th

Time: 10 - 11 am

A hands-on workshop with straightforward and simple step-by-step instructions on the basics of building flavor in your stew or soup. You'll learn techniques from Chef Steve LoTempio that will be sure to impress your friends and family with your own creations.

Note: This is an in-person class. Class size will be limited. Face masks are required for all indoor classes. 

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Date: Saturday, December 11th

Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm

Gather with friends in the Elawa Kitchen to create lovely traditional holiday breads and treats with Pastry Chef Maggie Logan. You will take home what you bake in class. Wear a festive apron and bring your favorite rolling pin! This is a "hands-on" class.

Note: This is an in-person class. Class size will be limited. Face masks are required for all indoor classes. 

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Date: Saturday, December 18th

Time: 10 am - 12 pm

Calling all junior bakers! Join us at Elawa Farm for our holiday cookie decorating workshop, where children in grades 1-5 will learn how to make sugar cookies, cut out shapes, bake and decorate with icing and toppings. Participants will take eight cookies to share with friends and family. Workshop sizes are limited to enhance learning and performance.

Note: This is an in-person class. Class size will be limited. Face masks are required for all indoor classes. 

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