Join the Makerplace's own Chef Brian for a hands-on dessert workshop created in celebration of the Library’s 100-year anniversary. Step back into the 1920s as you and your team recreate two iconic sweets from the era—classic pineapple upside-down cake and a nostalgic icebox cake—while exploring how new ingredients, modern kitchens, and a growing love of convenience shaped American baking a century ago. You’ll mix, bake, layer, and decorate your own creations, then package them to take home and share. Come celebrate a century of community, creativity, and sweetness—one slice at a time.

Space is limited. Culinary classes are designed for adults 18+. Register any time from April 2 at 9:00 a.m. to April 3 at 8:59 a.m. to join the lottery for a chance to attend. Individuals will be chosen at random and notified by email within two business days.

The Makerplace kitchen is not a nut-free, gluten-free, or other allergy free environment. 

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