Downers Grove Park District Fall Session 2026 (Aug-Oct)

Join our ‘COOL’inary Cooking Club for the 2026–27 School Year!

Before, During and After School Enrichment Cooking Classes with Sticky Fingers Cooking®

It’s THYME to TURNIP the BEET on what kids EAT! Our interactive classes make cooking fun and deliciously educational. Kids will enjoy tasty, healthy recipes while exploring S.T.E.A.M., culture, language, geography, and more. Led by our talented Chef Instructors, every class is hands-on, confidence-boosting, and designed to spark curiosity. Explore our weekly recipes and join us to WHIP up culinary fun all year long. Perfect for all ages!

ALL ALLERGIES ARE ACCOMMODATED and our recipes are always NUT FREE

Cook up some fun with us all school year—you’ll never repeat a recipe! Please note that recipes are subject to change based on our creative whim!

• 09/01/2026: Butternut Squash Gnocchi + Minty Kale Pesto + Frozen Mint Lemonade
• 09/08/2026: Lemon Strawberry Shortcakes + Whipped Honey Yogurt + Whole Fruit Strawberry Lemonade
• 09/15/2026: Crispy Crunchy Hearts of Palm Rangoon + Sweet and Sour Soy Splash
• 09/22/2026: Wow! White Bean Pasta Alfredo + Best Broccoli Salad + Very Berry Smoothies
• 09/29/2026: Pantry Breakfast Casserole + Kitchen Sink Shake
• 10/06/2026: Cottage-Cheesecake Pancakes + Balsamic Strawberries + Strawberry Butter + Orange Smoothies
• 10/13/2026: Shook-Up Cauliflower Parmesan + Terrific Tomato Sauce