Cook the Book: Sweet Potato Pie with Jason Broughton!

Past event
Apr 22, 2021, 6 to 7:30 PM

We are so excited about our next virtual cooking session with Vermont State Librarian Jason Broughton! In addition to heading the Vermont Department of Libraries, Jason is an at-home baker extraordinaire and will be guiding participants through the steps of preparing sweet potato pie with yams and a golden, graham cracker crust. While he's demonstrating his baking techniques, Jason will also be here to discuss the many ways the Department of Libraries provides support and advocacy to the 180 public libraries throughout Vermont.

This program is free and open to Winooski residents. Space is limited and available on a first-served basis - to register, contact Nate Eddy, Library Director: neddy@winooskivt.gov / 802 655 6424
Please note: a limited number of ingredient kits will be provided to participants (first-served) and made possible by the generous support of City Market Co-op.

This program is run virtually via Zoom. A special Zoom meeting invite will be sent to you before the session.

About the instructor: Since 2019, Jason Broughton has served as Vermont State Librarian for the Vermont Department of Libraries and brings to the position extensive experience in library services with a focus on creating and nurturing a lifelong love of knowledge. Previously, Jason served as Assistant Vermont State Librarian and has held a variety of different library roles including workforce development trainer and outreach coordinator at the South Carolina State Library and director of Library Support Services, as well as assistant director of Public Service and interim librarian at the Live Oaks Public Library in Savannah, Georgia. Prior to his library career, he spent over a decade as an educator. Jason earned his M.S. in Library and Information Science from the University of South Carolina, a M.S. in Public Administration from the University of South Florida and a B.S. in Biology from Florida A&M University. In addition to his work with libraries, Jason is an avid foodie and lover of all things cuisine and baking!

"Cook the Book" is the Library's free virtual cooking program that aims to engage our residents in a fun and educational (and delicious) experience that can be enjoyed safely at home. Participants can learn to prepare a healthy and delicious recipe in real-time with a featured local chef while introducing new recipes and techniques for any skill level.

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