
Afterschool cooking program - Ages 9-14
Hands-on afterschool cooking sessions where kids practice age-appropriate kitchen skills, get creative with recipes, and build confidence while having fun with food. Includes pickup from Haw Creek Elementary with other schools welcome.
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