The Hungry Caterpillar
Saturday, March 26
A cooking class for kids ages 2-6 is intended to give them confidence to try new foods. In this session, healthy recipes tie in to Eric Carle’s classic book The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Includes recipes and coloring sheets to take home. Instructor Tara Verma of Yummy Sprout leads the class, 10:30-11:30 am, Whole Foods, 3313 University Ave. Tickets ($17) through Eventbrite.
Easter meal
Sunday, March 27
First United Methodist Church, 203 Wisconsin Ave., will serve a free holiday meal noon-2 pm, cooked by Carmella Glenn, leader of Madison Area Urban Ministries’ Just Bakery Program, and Matt Julian, of Meriter UnityPoint. On the menu: baked ham, vegetarian lasagna, scalloped potatoes, sweet potatoes, collard greens and dessert.
Literacy Kitchen
Thursday, March 31
In this ongoing series, Literacy Network learners will introduce a cuisine of their culture. Class members will eat, get a new recipe and learn about the impact of Literacy Network in Madison. This session focuses on Mexico, with flan, as well as a chorizo and potato dish. At the Willy Street Co-op East, 1221 Williamson St., 6-7 pm. Advance tickets ($10) through the co-op, 608-251-6776.
