Seymour Community Center to hold global cuisine camp in August for kids

 

Children to learn cooking at Plumb Memorial Library event in Shelton

Book Bites

Ages: Grades 5 and 6
Day/Date: Saturday, May 11
Time: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St., Shelton

Join Miss Maura as we make culinary cuisine based on a book we read!
May's monthly book is: This Is How I Roll by Debbi Michoko Florence. 

Once your child has registered, please borrow a copy of our book to read at home. Then the day of our program, we will discuss the book and try to make sushi with veggies, rice and shrimp, and also candy sushi too!

This is a hands-on food program at the library. Recipes, food, cooking instruments and direction will be provided. Caregivers must remain in Plumb Memorial Library during this hands-on food program.

Register online https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=519016&PK=
or call 203-924-1580 ext. 5108.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System
Facebook page.

Griffin Gala to feature virtual trip to Amalfi coast, lesson on preparing Italian cuisine

 

The 2020 Griffin Health Gala will offer a virtual evening of Italian cuisine and wine on Italy’s famous Amalfi Coast from 6:30-8 p.m. Nov. 14.

Participants will be treated to a one-of-a-kind culinary experience featuring authentic Italian wines and cuisine they can prepare in their own homes.

Gala attendees will receive instructions on how to shop for and prepare all the ingredients for authentic pasta dishes and entrees. 

On the evening of the gala, Vincenzino Amatruda, Executive Chef of the Villa Maria Cooking School in Ravello, Italy on the Amalfi Coast will give step-by-step video instructions on how to prepare wonderful Italian food for themselves and their friends and family.

The unique event will also feature an assemblage of Allegrini’s premier wines and a journey through the Italian countryside by sommelier Robin Shay.

Tickets start at $150 for access for two guests.

Proceeds from the Gala will help develop and sustain essential programs and services that address the wide-ranging health care needs of the communities Griffin serves ensuring access to innovative, high-quality care in a healing, person-centered environment.

For registration, sponsorship and advertising information visit www.griffinhealth.org/gala.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Derby Public Library schedules 'stroll' through Italy

DERBY - The Derby Public Library invites everyone to take A Stroll Through Italy, Past, Present, and Future, at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 8.

Mariann Millard, a certified tour director and dual U.S./Italy citizen, will guide participants on a virtual 

“passeggiata” (stroll), exploring the richness and diversity of Italy by weaving historical and modern events and facts about the country with pertinent personal anecdotes to illustrate its geography, language, cuisine, culture, politics, and economics.

Whether you have had your own Italian journey, are planning one, or just dreaming of one, come enjoy an evening of photographs and stories in a lively and engaging

manner.  

Registration is requested.  

For more information, stop by the Library, 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.        

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.