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2025 Introduction to Canning - Free Library Classes

Interested in learning more about canning but not sure where to start? Join us for these introductory classes on canning. There will be three different opportunities to attend an Introduction to…

2025 Food Preservation Classes

Join us at our office for our hands-on food preservation classes throughout the year as we preserve the bounty of the season's harvest.These classes involve a presentation with information on the…

Four large zucchinis and a speckled banana arranged on a light dish towel

From Garden to Table: Creative Uses for an Abundance of Zucchini

Were you successful in your efforts to grow zucchini at home? Or maybe you are like me and ended up with a few gigantic zucchini you don't want to waste.What can be done with all these zucchinis,…

Blueberry Season - Canning Jam

This past week, we had a blueberry jam canning classes at our office. Henderson County has some amazing blueberry growers that are ready to host you at their u-pick farms this month! Head to your…

2024 Summer Food Preservation Series

We are kicking off our summer food preservation series with a Basics of Canning Class at the Etowah Library. Join us on June 6th from 10-11am to learn the basics of canning from the methods to the…

Strawberry Season in Henderson County

Strawberry season has arrived! Whether you are looking to pick your own strawberries or buy them by the bucket, there are many wonderful farms in Henderson County with ripe berries ready for you.…

2024 Spring Food Preservation Workshops Social Media

2024 Spring Food Preservation Series - CLASSES HAVE ENDED

Join us for our hands-on canning classes this spring as we celebrate berry season here in Henderson County with jam making! These classes involve a powerpoint presentation with information on the…

Blackberry Jam Canning Classes (March Class Added)

Join us for the our first canning class of the year! We had fun making this in December and I've still got some blackberries put away from the summer that are ready to be made into jam. Come and…

Harvest of the Month: Sweet Potatoes

Boil 'em, mash 'em, stick 'em in a stew. Sweet potato season is here and I, for one couldn't be happier. There are hundreds of varieties ranging from white, mild to deep orange, deep red, and even…

Tips for Freezing the Harvest of the Summer

Freezing food is a quick and effective way to preserve food throughout the year. During this point in the summer, I've got more vegetables than I know what to do with. Canning is great but can be…