J.A. Henry Community YMCA Hosts Cooking Classes

The J.A. Henry Community YMCA’s new Teaching Kitchen will host a new series of cooking classes designed to "empower individuals and families with the tools they need to eat well, cook confidently and live healthier lives" beginning Tuesday, May 6. Open to all skill levels, each interactive, hands-on session focuses on creating simple and nutritious meals that are fun to prepare, easy to make and delicious to eat.

Led by food and nutrition experts, some upcoming sessions include:

Got Milk? – Discover nutritious plant-based alternatives

Back to School Bites – Learn fast, healthy recipes for kids and parents

One-Pot Wonders – Create hearty meals with fewer dishes

Eat Your Greens – Turn leafy vegetables into crave-worthy dishes

Whole Grain Goodness – Add flavor and fiber to everyday meals

Kitchen Hacks – Master shortcuts and tips for cooking smarter

Classes are $30 for YMCA members and $45 for non-members. Full and partial scholarships are available for those who qualify, with up to 100 percent fee coverage offered.

To register or learn more, visit ymcachattanooga.org or contact Laura Horne at lhorne@ymcachattanooga.org.

Here is the lineup for the classes: 

Session 1: Got Milk? – May 6
Session 2: Seasonal Bites – May 15
Session 3: Whole Grain Goodness – June 3
Session 4: Eat Your Hydration – June 19
Session 5: Eat Your Greens – July 1
Session 6: Back to School Bites – July 17
Session 7: One-Pot Wonders – Aug. 21
Session 8: Kitchen Hacks – Sept. 18

J.A. Henry Community YMCA is at 3500 Dodds Ave., Ste. 108. 

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