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2008 Class Schedule
Afternoon Tea for Young Ladies

Kelly Delagrange

Young ladies (ages 11 -15) have an opportunity to experience the

custom of Afternoon Tea. Young ladies will learn a little about the

tradition of afternoon tea as well as how to prepare easy and fun foods

to serve at their own afternoon tea. During the first part of the class,

they will help the instructor prepare sandwiches, scones, tea breads and

desserts for the afternoon tea they will enjoy during the second part of

the class.



Cost of $20.00
Bring your favorite apron.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 2 hours

Thursday, April 03, 2008

10:30 AM
-
12:30 PM
Advanced Gum Paste

Betty Olry

This two session class will take your cake decorating to a new level with

advanced gum paste flower techniques. The instructor will provide step-

by-step instruction on how to make beautiful, edible, and life-like flowers

and leaves. Individual assistance is also provided during class time.

The first session covers the steps to making and wiring an array of

flowers. In the second session, students learn how to assemble their

flowers into a beautifully arranged bouquet. Students will be expected

to practice the techniques they learned in session one using the gum

paste and tools provided to make additional flowers at home for the

bouquet they will assemble in session two.



Class cost includes a selection of CK Products, JEM, and PME gum

paste tools ($50 value).



Students need to bring a shoe box-size container to session one.



Session 1 - Monday, May 19th

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Session 2 - Wednesday, May 28th

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Cost of $95.00
Bring a shoe box-size container

to Session 1.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 2 hours

Monday, May 19, 2008

6:00 PM
-
8:00 PM
Basic Knife Skills Class

Ed Bartush

Ed Bartush, our sales representative from Wusthof-Trident cutlery

company will demonstrate and instruct basic knife skills. Bring a paring

knife to participate in hands-on instruction learning techniques in

slicing, carving, mincing, chopping and even some garnishing. Ed has

been in the knife business for several years and is very knowledgabe

about what makes a good knife and knowing which knife to use.

Sharpening, storing and proper cleaning of fine cutlery will also be

discussed. This is a great class, no matter what level of culinary

expertise you have!



In addition to the class, between 5:30 and 6:30pm (before class starts),

Ed will be here to sharpen knifes. Bring your dull knifes (limit 3 per

customer).



Don't miss this opportunity to talk with a knife expert from Wusthof-

Cost of $12.00
Bring paring knife to class.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 1 1/2

hours

Thursday, April 10, 2008

6:30 PM
-
8:00 PM
Confections Cake Club

Open to the public

Join our club! A group of people meet once a month (generally the last

Tuesday of the month) to share ideas in cake, candy making and other

confections!

*Demos

*Trips to cake shows

*Enters Gingerbread House Festival as a group

*New products are shown by Country Kitchen SweetArt

*Group exhibits for ICES conventions and plans trips



If you are interested in joining, call:

Theresa Oman Theresa@theomans.net

260-918-2793 or Sandra Millner sandybill@fwi.com 260-356-2420.

Cost of $12.00

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length:

-
Girl's Night Out - Everything Chocolate

Kelly Delagrange

Ladies, join us for a night of girl talk and chocolate. Learn how to make

fun and simple chocolate treats and desserts to include molded and

dipped chocolate candy, treats using chocolate transfer sheets, fondue

and spreads, chocolate tarts, and other chocolate delights. Everyone

helps and everyone takes home a box of chocolates. Samples and

recipes included. Sign up with a friend!

Cost of $35.00
All supplies furnished.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 2 1/2

hours

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

6:00 PM
-
8:30 PM
Graduation Party Food and Treats

Kelly Delagrange

Take the stress out of planning graduation parties with quick and easy

party food and treat ideas from Country Kitchen SweetArt. Our

instructor will show you how make simple, yet very tasty appetizers,

snacks, finger foods, treats, and more for your graduation party. Many

samples will be provided along with recipes.

Cost of $25.00

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 2 hours

Thursday, May 08, 2008

6:00 PM
-
8:00 PM
Group Classes and Demos

Various

Group classes and demos are available for children, students and

adults; and may be scheduled at any time, except Sundays, depending

on classroom availability. Contact our Classroom Manager, Kelly

Delagrange at 482-4835 for more information on group classes and

Cost of

Number of sessions:

App. class length: Varies

-
Intermediate Cake Decorating

Betty Olry

Classes meet for eight 2-hour sessions, twice a week, each Monday and

Wednesday for 4 weeks. Class includes more flowers and more borders,

rolled fondant, doll cake demonstration, wedding cake instruction, run

sugar, and more. *Bring your kit from the basic class with you. Other

supplies will be provided.

***Prerequisite: our Basic Cake Decorating Class or comparable class.

Cost of $95.00
All supplies furnished.

Number of sessions: 8

App. class length: 2 hours

Monday, April 21, 2008

6:00 PM
-
8:00 PM
Introduction to Airbrushing

Betty Olry

Want to know more about decorating cakes using an airbrush? In this

introduction class, the instructor will show you simple techniques for

decorating with an airbrush to make cakes special and unique with very

little time required. You will learn the dos and don'ts or airbrushing,

along with how to maintain airbrush equipment. Each student will be

given an opportunity to use the instructor's airbrush. This is a great class

for cake decorators of all experience levels whether you are trying to

decide if you want to invest in your own airbrushing equipment, or if you

decorate cakes now using an airbrush and are looking for more

decorating ideas. Hand-out will be provided to the students.

Cost of $20.00

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 1 1/2 - 2

hours

Thursday, April 17, 2008

6:00 PM
-
8:00 PM
Introduction to Gumpaste

Betty Olry

Interested in learning how to make edible, life-like flower and leaves

using gum paste? In this introduction class the instructor will show you

how to make beautiful roses, tulips and other flowers, along with an

assortment of leaves using various gum paste tools and other decorating

products. You will have some class time for some hands-on using gum

paste and the various tools.



After this class, if you want to learn more about decorating using gum

paste, register for our Advanced Gum Paste class starting May 19, 2008.

Cost of $25.00
All supplies furnished.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 2 hours

Thursday, May 01, 2008

6:00 PM
-
8:00 PM
Mother and Daughter Afternoon Tea

Kelly Delagrange

Mothers and daughter come enjoy the custom of Afternoon Tea.

Afternoon tea was once part of everyday life, but has now become more

of a special occasion or luxury. In this class you will learn a little about

the tradition of afternoon tea as well as how to host your own tea party.

During the first part of the class you will help the instructor prepare

sandwiches, scones, tea breads and desserts for the afternoon tea the

class will enjoy during the second part of the class. Students will

receive a packet of recipes and ideas for hosting their own afternoon

tea.

Minimum age: 9 years old

Cost: $50 per mother and daughter

Additonal daughter(s): $20 per additional daughter.

Cost of $50.00
Bring your favorite apron and

afternoon tea hat.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 2 1/2

hours

Saturday, May 10, 2008

10:30 AM
-
1:00 PM
Spring Break Candy Class for Kids

Kelly Delagrange

Looking for something to do during Spring Break and you like candy?

This class is just for you! In this class, students will have fun making an

assortment of 10 different candies to include molded candy, dipped

candy, transfer sheets and more. Each student takes home a box filled

with the candy he or she makes.



Recommended ages: 8 years and older. If child is younger than 8 years

old, a parent needs to attend to assist the child.

Cost of $15.00
All supplies furnished.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 2 hours

Wednesday, April 02, 2008

10:00 AM
-
12:00 PM
Spring Break Cookie Class for Kids

Dixie Rizzo

Everyone loves cookies and in this Spring Break class you will have fun

decorating them. You'll learn simple techniques for spectacular looking

and delicious tasting cookies. You will take home the cookies you

decorate.



Recommended ages: 8 years and older. If child is younger than 8 years

old, a parent needs to attend to assist the child.

Cost of $15.00
All supplies furnished.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 2 hours

Friday, April 04, 2008

1:00 PM
-
3:00 PM
Spring Cookie Decorating

Autumn Carpenter

Using fun and simple techniques, create spectacular looking and

delicious tasting cookies. You'll learn how to decorate cookies with run

sugar, candy coating, chocolate transfer sheets and more. Leave with a

half dozen decorated cookies plus a mini cookie bouquet. Class

includes supplies used in class and Autumn's book, "Cookie Decorating".

Cost of $40.00
All supplies furnished.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 3 hours

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

6:00 PM
-
9:00 PM
Spring Into Summer Extravaganza

Various FREE

This year's event features sales representatives from our various vendors

demonstrating and sampling their products along with demonstrations

by Country Kitchen SweetArt's instructors. Check out new products and

get new ideas for Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduations, summer

barbeques, and other parties and celebrations.

We will be offering discounts (10% - 50% off) on selected items

throughout the store, and door prizes will be given throughout the day.

Each customer will receive a free gift for attending the event.



VENDORS and TIME:

Wind and Willow

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Zyliss and Nordic Ware

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Stonewall Kitchen and Harolds

9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Wabash Valley Farms

10:00 am - 11:30am

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Silicone Zone and Chantal

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Robert Rothschild Farms

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm



Visit our demonstration stations in the classroom. Demonstrations will

be informal allowing for individual questions and will be ongoing

during the allotted time listed below.



CLASSROOM DEMOs and TIME:

Cake Decorating 101

9:30 - 10:30 am

Shortbread Surprise Bouquet

10:00 - 11:00 am

Fun and Easy Cupcakes

10:30 - 11:30 am

Spice Up The Grill

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Summer Critters Painted Cookies

12:30 - 1:30 pm

Fun and Easy Cookie Decorating

1:00 - 2:00 pm

Graduation Petit Fours

2:00 - 3:00 pm

Cost of $0.00

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length:

Saturday, April 26, 2008

9:00 AM
-
5:00 PM
Summertime Treats

Various

During summer vacation, the second Wednesday of each month (June

through August), kids ages 6 - 14 can spend an hour making edible

treats. For children younger than 8 years old, a parent needs to attend

the class to help the child. For children 8 years and older, parents are

welcome to attend.



The cost is $9.00 per student. Additional children in the same family

household are $7.00 per student.



PAYMENT IS REQUIRED AT TIME OF REGISTRATION. ADVANCE

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED by noon the Friday before.



FULL REFUND or CREDIT is given if you contact us no later than one

week before class date to cancel your child's registration.



If your child is sick or an emergency occurs, PARTIAL REFUND or

CREDIT (50%) is given if you cancel less than one week before class

and up to class start time.



After class start time, a refund will not be given if you do not contact

Country Kitchen SweetArt and your child does not attend the class.



If you are entitled to a FULL or PARTIAL CREDIT, the credit can be

applied towards another Home School class.



June - Fly Away

July - Circus Time

August - Under the Sea

Cost of $9.00
Bring your favorite apron

(optional).

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 1 hour

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

1:30 PM
-
2:30 PM

Wednesday, July 09, 2008

1:30 PM
-
2:30 PM

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

1:30 PM
-
2:30 PM
Sweet Treats for Home Schoolers

Various

This class is just for home schooled students. The second Thursday of

each month, home schooled students will spend an hour making edible

treats. Each month there is a different theme. This is a fun class for

students of all ages (K-12). For children younger than 8 years old, a

parent needs to attend the class to help the child. For children 8 years

and older, parents are welcome to attend.

The cost is $9.00 per student. Additional children in the same family

household are $7.00 per student.

PAYMENT IS REQUIRED AT TIME OF REGISTRATION. ADVANCE

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED by noon the Friday before.

FULL REFUND or CREDIT is given if you contact us no later than one

week before class date to cancel your child's registration.

If your child is sick or an emergency occurs, PARTIAL REFUND or

CREDIT (50%) is given if you cancel less than one week before class

and up to class start time.

After class start time, a refund will not be given if you do not contact

Country Kitchen SweetArt and your child does not attend the class.

If you are entitled to a FULL or PARTIAL CREDIT, the credit can be

applied towards another Home School class.

March - Easter Treats

April - Rainy Day Treats

May - Kittens and Puppies (May class is scheduled the 3rd Thursday

of the Month)

Cost of $9.00
All supplies furnished.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 1 hour

Thursday, April 10, 2008

9:30 AM
-
10:30 AM

Thursday, May 15, 2008

9:30 AM
-
10:30 AM
Three Treats for Spring Break

Kelly Delagrange

In this class, the kids will make three different treats -- NO FOOLING!!!!!

You will make one candy treat, one cookie treat, and one cupcake

treat. This is a fun class with some variety during Spring Break. No

tricks, just treats in this April Fool's Day class.



Recommended ages: 8 years and older. If child is younger than 8 years

old, a parent needs to attend to assist the child.

Cost of $15.00
All supplies furnished.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 1 1/2

hours

Tuesday, April 01, 2008

1:00 PM
-
2:30 PM
Toddler Time

Various

Choose from the second Tuesday or Wednesday of each month for

toddler time. This is a fun time for a parent and child. Ideal for ages

2-5. Come to one or all of the classes. Each month there is a different

theme for making edible treats. The cost is $9.00 per parent and child

each month. Second child with same parent is an additional $7.00.

ADVANCE REGISTATION AND PAYMENT IS REQUIRED by noon the

Thursday before.

FULL REFUND or CREDIT is given if you contact us no later than one

week before class date to cancel your child's registration in Toddler

Time.

If our child is sick or an emergency occurs, PARTIAL REFUND or

CREDIT (50%) is given if you cancel less than one week before class

date and up to class start time.

After class start time, a refund will not be given if you do not contact

Country Kitchen SweetArt and your child does not attend Toddler Time.

If you are entitiled to a FULL or PARTIAL CREDIT, the credit can be

applied towards another Toddler Time class.

April - Rainy Day Treats

May - Kittens and Puppies

June - Fly Away

July - Circus Time

August - Under the Sea

Cost of $9.00
Bring your favorite apron.

Number of sessions: 1

App. class length: 1 hour

Tuesday, April 08, 2008

9:30 AM
-
10:30 AM

Wednesday, April 09, 2008

9:30 AM
-
10:30 AM

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

9:30 AM
-
10:30 AM

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

9:30 AM
-
10:30 AM

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

9:30 AM
-
10:30 AM

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

9:30 AM
-
10:30 AM

Tuesday, July 08, 2008

9:30 AM
-
10:30 AM

Wednesday, July 09, 2008

9:30 AM
-
10:30 AM

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

9:30 AM
-
10:30 AM