School’s out! Summer is a great time to try something new. Have fun learning how to cook. Join FARMS’s educator Leslie Wicks for a summer class, meet some new friends and make delicious, healthy food. All classes will use seasonal local foods.

Leslie Wicks is a local artist and mother. She currently works for FARMS as their food pantry educator which allows her to share her love of local and delicious food. Focusing on dishes that are appealing and healthy for her daughter compliments her work at the local food pantries and the FARMS Community Kitchen.

Young Chefs

July 11, 12 and 13, 1-3 p.m.

This class is for children ages 7-12. Recipes will include salads, spreads, entrees and desserts. We’ll take the mystery out of cooking in this interactive learning experience. Cost: $15 per class or $40 for the series of three classes.

Little Cooks in the Kitchen (with an adult)

July 15, 29, August 19, 26 9-10:30 a.m.

This class is for ages 2 to 5 (Toddler/Pre-K) Children at this age are curious and eager so interactive learning in the kitchen is a perfect fit. With your help, we will introduce concepts like kitchen safety, basic measurement and cooking skills. Storytime and craft activities may be incorporated into our exploration of cooking and eating. Cost: $15 per class or $55 for the series of four classes.

Reserve your place by leaving a message on the FARMS phone at 563-1161 or emailing us at info@mefarms.org. After confirmation, please send your name, phone number, email address and a check made out to FARMS to P.O. Box 421, Damariscotta, ME 04543 or drop off payment and registration information in the mailbox upstairs at the FARMS Community Kitchen, 323 Main St., Damariscotta (above Rising Tide Market).