June Classes
Thursday, June 8, 7-9pm
Living With Intention
taught by Marybeth Bethel, MS
Are you finding it hard to stick to the goals that you'd like to achieve?
Using intentions will help boost your resolve! Drawing from recent books by
Wayne Dyer and others, this class will explore the meaning and practice of
living an intentional life. Discussion will be encouraged as we take time to
create meaningful intentions and learn to focus our thoughts on them in
order to create purposeful outcomes in our lives. The evening will culminate
in a guided imagery to further anchor the powerful intentions we've crafted.
Recommended reading: "The Power of Intention," by Wayne Dyer. $12 per
person, $10 for co-op members & seniors.
Wednesday, June 14, 7-9pm
Kababs & Tandooris 101
taught by Debjani Bhaduri
Entertaining can be a breeze with easy-to-make delicious kababs and
tandooris (Indian barbeque). Participants will taste some authentic and
sumptuous appetizers that are low in oil. We will start the evening with
Hara-Kabab (patties of spinach and paneer flavored with herbs and spices)
followed by Boti-Kabab (chicken cubes marinated in spices and yogurt and
grilled on skewers), Maacher-Kabab (lusciously spiced delicate fish cakes),
Chicken Tandoori (succulent chicken pieces marinated in spices and yogurt
and grilled/barbecued), and Paneer-Tandoori (marinated cottage cheese and
vegetable cubes grilled to perfection). We will serve luscious Mango-Lassi
(mango-yogurt drink) as the grand finale. Come prepared for some grilling.
$15 per person, $13 for co-op members & seniors.
Tuesday, June 20, 5-6:30pm
Seniors In The Merc Kitchen
taught by Hilary Kass, Nutrition Educator
Seniors - cool off in the Merc kitchen and learn several simple, healthy
meal ideas especially designed for one or two eaters. You'll watch as we
prepare Cool Forbidden Rice Salad, Quick Steamed Greens, and Corn &
Vegetable Griddle Cakes. Special summer class price, $10 per person.
Thursday, June 22, 7-9pm
Dinner From The Farmers' Market
taught by Chef Paige Vandegrift
Come home from the Farmers' Market and prepare a meal featuring fresh,
seasonal ingredients. Paige will show you how as she puts together a meal
featuring Frilled Marinated Chicken (locally raised, of course!), vegetable
side dishes and a luscious fresh fruit dessert. Enjoy local flavors in this
celebration of summer cooking class. $18 per person, $15 for co-op members &
seniors.
Wednesday, June 28, 7-9pm
Healthy Habits: How To Get Your Kids To Eat Right
taught by Jennifer Baker-Powers, MEd (new presenter!)
Children who eat well, feel better and learn better. This informative class
will offer tips for establishing healthy eating habits in young children.
Additionally, kid-friendly recipes like Green Noonies, Peas & Cheese, Ruby's
Raspberry Vinaigrette and Banana-Blueberry Pancakes will be demonstrated and
tasted. Children develop lifelong attitudes towards food at an early age.
Come and see what you can do to alter your child's perception of what's
yummy. $15 per person, $13 for co-op members & seniors.
Thursday, June 29, 7-9pm
Cheap Eats For Summertime Eating
taught by Nancy O'Connor, Merc Nutrition Education Director
You don't need a big budget to eat well. This class will focus on simple
foods that are both affordable and healthy. Using lots of ingredients from
the Merc's fabulous Bulk Department and fresh, seasonal produce we'll create
an economical feast. We'll prepare Festive Cous Cous Salad, Tasty Tabouli,
Kansas Quiche and Lumpy Burritos. We'll finish with a yummy Blueberry
Wrinkle for dessert. $15 per person, $13 for co-op members & seniors.
