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SUMMARY:Junior Bakers Cookie Camp (Ages 8+)
DESCRIPTION:Take your skills to the next level in this hands-on baking and decorating camp designed for kids who are ready to do it all. We guide campers through the full cookie-making process from start to finish. They mix\, bake\, decorate and create with confidence. As a result\, they leave with new skills and a bakery-style cookie set they’re proud to share. \nFirst\, we start in the kitchen. Campers learn how to roll dough\, cut shapes and bake sugar cookies to perfection. Then\, we move on to royal icing. We show them how to mix\, color and adjust consistency for different decorating techniques. Step by step\, they build skills that bakers use every day. \nNext\, we bring the cookies to life. Campers practice piping\, flooding and adding detailed designs. Along the way\, we encourage creativity and experimentation. They try new techniques\, solve problems and develop their own decorating style. Most importantly\, they gain confidence with each cookie they complete. \nBy the end of the week\, each camper creates a full set of decorated cookies from scratch. It’s a sweet reward for their hard work and a fun way to celebrate everything they’ve learned. \n✨ What to expect:● Learn to roll\, cut and bake sugar cookies● Make and color royal icing● Practice piping\, flooding and decorating techniques● Create a full set of decorated cookies to take home \nThis camp is perfect for creative kids who love baking\, decorating and getting a little messy in the kitchen. \nAdditional details:● All supplies are included● Please wear comfortable clothes that can get a little messy● Space is limited to keep the experience hands-on and personalized \nJoin us for a week of learning\, creating and baking something amazing together. You belong here.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/junior-bakers-cookie-camp-ages-8/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Art,Camps,Classes,Cooking,Youth
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SUMMARY:Cookie Decorating: Ladies Night
DESCRIPTION:Frosting & Friendship: A Ladies Night to Remember\nGrab your friends and join us for a fun\, hands-on ladies night cookie decorating class. Enjoy a relaxed evening of creativity\, conversation\, and sweet treats. This class is perfect for a girls’ night out\, birthdays\, or a unique night of fun. \nLearn beginner-friendly cookie decorating techniques step by step. Practice piping\, icing consistency\, and simple designs on a themed set of sugar cookies. No experience needed—our instructor guides you through every step. \nBring your favorite drinks and snacks and enjoy a cozy\, social atmosphere. Leave with a box of beautifully decorated cookies and new skills you can use at home. Create something sweet and make lasting memories with friends. \n*THIS CLASS IS BYOB! \nElizabeth Lindberg— Lindy City Bakes Beth Lindberg is the owner and creative heart behind Lindy City Bakes\, a whimsical\, sugar-inspired business that brings joy and artistry to the community through in-home cookie decorating parties and custom cookie bouquets. With a passion for creativity and connection\, Beth transforms cookies into edible works of art\, guiding people of all ages to decorate\, laugh\, and make memories together.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/cookie-decorating-ladies-night-3/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Classes,Cooking
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SUMMARY:Midsummer Nights: Golden Hour Wine Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Wines for golden hour into midsummer night\nCelebrate the height of summer with a warm\, glowing tasting inspired by sun-kissed days and lingering midsummer evenings. This guided experience features a curated selection of clean\, pure\, and sustainably crafted wines\, refreshing and expressive\, designed to be enjoyed as the sun sets and the evening unfolds. \nFrom sparkling pours and crisp whites to vibrant rosé and perfectly chillable reds\, each wine reflects the brightness\, balance\, and effortless elegance of the season. Set in a relaxed golden hour atmosphere\, guests will enjoy a tasting meant to be savored slowly as the sun sets and the evening unfolds into soft moonlight\, where light\, warmth\, and beautifully crafted wines come together. \nThe tasting will include tasting materials and light bites to enjoy alongside the wines. Wines presented and provided by Oakwood Vines\, Lake Forest\, IL.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/midsummer-nights-golden-hour-wine-tasting/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Cooking
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SUMMARY:Learn To Make Cannoli
DESCRIPTION:Learn to Make Cannoli from Scratch\nStep into the kitchen and learn how to make delicious\, homemade cannoli! \nIn this fun and interactive class\, you’ll discover the secrets behind creating perfectly crisp shells and luscious\, creamy ricotta filling. Guided by Tony Volpentesta\, you’ll roll dough\, fry shells to golden perfection\, and master classic and creative flavor variations. \nTony “Cannoli” Volpentesta learned the art of dessert-making in the heart of his Italian grandmother’s kitchen\, where flour dusted the air and tradition was the secret ingredient in every bite. Driven by a lifelong passion and a relentless pursuit of perfection\, Tony has dedicated himself to crafting the perfect cannoli shell – each one a golden\, crispy vessel for his luscious\, creamy fillings. \nAt Tony Cannoli\, he combines old-world techniques with modern creativity. The result? A fun variety of cannoli-inspired treats that go beyond the classic. Try the bite-sized Cannoli Bites. Scoop into his signature Cannoli Chips ‘n Dip. Or celebrate with a rich\, decadent Cannoli Cake. Each one is a playful twist on the timeless Italian dessert. \nLocated in the heart of downtown Mundelein\, Tony’s dessert shop is a must-visit for anyone craving a sweet escape. Whether you’re a lifelong cannoli lover or just discovering them for the first time\, there’s something for everyone. \nCome hungry and ready to roll – sweet satisfaction guaranteed! \nAges: 7 and up – because it’s never too early (or too late) to fall in love with cannoli!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/learn-to-make-cannoli-september/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Food for Life with Thais Boddicker
DESCRIPTION:Healthy Heart: Eat to Protect and Even Improve Your Heart\nDid you know that the vast majority of heart disease is preventable\, and in many cases\, its progression can be slowed or even reversed through nutrition and lifestyle? Leading physicians and researchers\, including Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn and Dr. Michael Greger\, have demonstrated that what we put on our plates each day has a profound impact on our cardiovascular health. \nIn this engaging and practical class at Gorton Center\, you’ll discover how simple\, evidence-based dietary changes can help lower cholesterol\, reduce blood pressure\, improve circulation\, and support a healthier heart\, without complicated meal plans or expensive specialty foods. \nTogether we’ll explore: \n\nThe foods that nourish and protect your heart\nHow a whole-food\, plant-forward diet can reduce cardiovascular risk\nSimple strategies for lowering high cholesterol and blood pressure naturally\nEasy\, affordable meal ideas the entire family can enjoy\nPractical tips for making sustainable lifestyle changes that last\n\nWhether you’re looking to prevent heart disease\, improve existing heart health\, or simply feel your best\, you’ll leave empowered with the knowledge and confidence to make informed choices every day. \nParticipants will enjoy a tasting of a delicious heart-healthy dip and receive a collection of easy\, budget-friendly recipes and take-home resources to help put these concepts into practice immediately. \nNo prior cooking or nutrition experience is necessary! Just come hungry to learn and inspired to take charge of your heart health. \nAbout the Instructor\nThais Boddicker is a home care physical therapist based on the North Shore of Illinois with more than 25 years of experience helping people improve their health and quality of life. A longtime advocate for plant-based nutrition\, she has been vegetarian since her early 20s and later transitioned toward a fully plant-based lifestyle after discovering the growing body of research connecting nutrition with chronic disease prevention.\nInspired by both her professional experience and her work with patients facing diet-related chronic illnesses\, Thais became passionate about helping others make sustainable lifestyle changes through education\, encouragement\, and practical support. She completed plant-based nutrition training through the and a nutrition education program led by .\nThais is active in community wellness education and has helped bring leading plant-based speakers to local events in the Chicago area. \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/food-for-life-with-thais-boddicker/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Learn To Make Cannoli
DESCRIPTION:Learn to Make Cannoli from Scratch\nStep into the kitchen and learn how to make delicious\, homemade cannoli! \nIn this fun and interactive class\, you’ll discover the secrets behind creating perfectly crisp shells and luscious\, creamy ricotta filling. Guided by Tony Volpentesta\, you’ll roll dough\, fry shells to golden perfection\, and master classic and creative flavor variations. \nTony “Cannoli” Volpentesta learned the art of dessert-making in the heart of his Italian grandmother’s kitchen\, where flour dusted the air and tradition was the secret ingredient in every bite. Driven by a lifelong passion and a relentless pursuit of perfection\, Tony has dedicated himself to crafting the perfect cannoli shell – each one a golden\, crispy vessel for his luscious\, creamy fillings. \nAt Tony Cannoli\, he combines old-world techniques with modern creativity. The result? A fun variety of cannoli-inspired treats that go beyond the classic. Try the bite-sized Cannoli Bites. Scoop into his signature Cannoli Chips ‘n Dip. Or celebrate with a rich\, decadent Cannoli Cake. Each one is a playful twist on the timeless Italian dessert. \nLocated in the heart of downtown Mundelein\, Tony’s dessert shop is a must-visit for anyone craving a sweet escape. Whether you’re a lifelong cannoli lover or just discovering them for the first time\, there’s something for everyone. \nCome hungry and ready to roll – sweet satisfaction guaranteed! \nAges: 7 and up – because it’s never too early (or too late) to fall in love with cannoli!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/learn-to-make-cannoli-december-3/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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