Adult Programs
Books, crafting, cooking & more!
- Three Rivers Book Discussions
- Cooking Class - Sensational Salads II
- Cooking Class - Chef Tamara's Summer Table
- Cooking Class - Backyard Cocktail Party
- Cooking Class - Boozy Foods
- Cooking Class - A Night in the Tiki Lounge
- Cooking Class - Polish Cooking II
- Cooking Class - Game On!
Three Rivers Book Discussions
Book discussions are a great way to meet people and enhance our understanding of people around us. Join a staff member from the Three Rivers Library for a lively book discussion. Our group will meet at 7 PM on the first Wednesday of the month at Arrowhead Community Center.
Books will be available for check out at the meeting for everyone with a valid library card or at either Three Rivers Library. For more information, please call Laurie at 815-467-6200.
Cooking classes with Chef Tamara are for 18 years and older. You must be at least 21 years to consume alcoholic beverages.
Sensational Salads II
Summer salads don’t have to be boring. As the days heat up, these summer salads are fun, delicious, and use an abundance of fruits and vegetables.
Menu: Grilled Mediterranean Salad, Thai Chicken Salad, Colorful Salad and Orzo Salad with Grilled Salmon & Vinaigrette.
Cocktails for Tasting: Sunset Sangria, Blueberry Colada and Fuzzy Charlie.
Location: Arrowhead Community Center
Res/Nonres: $34/$44
Min/Max: 4/12
| Date | Day | Time | Deadline |
| May 8 | W | 6:00-8:30 PM | May 6 |
Cooking classes with Chef Tamara are for 18 years and older. You must be at least 21 years to consume alcoholic beverages.
Chef Tamara’s Summer Table
Starring these flavorful favorites is a must for any summer gathering.
Menu: Grilled Oysters, Summer BLT Salad with Homemade Buttermilk Dressing, Grilled Salmon with Garden Pesto and Pineapple Lime Sorbet.
Cocktails for Tasting: Garden Gin & Tonic
Location: Arrowhead Community Center
Fee/ResDisc: $44/$34
| Date | Day | Time | Deadline |
| June 12 | W | 6:00-8:30 PM | June 10 |
Cooking classes with Chef Tamara are for 18 years and older. You must be at least 21 years to consume alcoholic beverages.
Backyard Cocktail Party
It’s time to party on the patio. A perfect spot for good friends and food, and this easy and flavorful summer menu will start it off with a bang
Menu: Citrus Grilled Marinated Shrimp, Thai Crudité Platter, Grilled Prosciutto wrapped Peaches stuffed with Blue Cheese, Mediterranean Terrine served with Crackers & Crostini.
Cocktails for Tasting: Rose All Day Punch
Location: Arrowhead Community Center
Fee/ResDisc: $44/$34
| Date | Day | Time | Deadline |
| June 27 | TH | 6:00-8:30 PM | June 24 |
Cooking classes with Chef Tamara are for 18 years and older. You must be at least 21 years to consume alcoholic beverages.
Boozy Foods
Cooking with booze is a unique way of adding flavor to your food. We will use alcohol to create some seriously tasty dishes.
Menu: Margarita Quesadilla, Champagne Chicken, Salmon with Citrus Vodka Marinade, Rum Pineapple Upside Down Cake.
Cocktails for Tasting: 3 Cocktails to Pair with Recipes.
Location: Arrowhead Community Center
Fee/ResDisc: $44/$34
| Date | Day | Time | Deadline |
| July 10 | W | 6:00-8:30 PM | July 8 |
Cooking classes with Chef Tamara are for 18 years and older. You must be at least 21 years to consume alcoholic beverages.
A Night in the Tiki Lounge
Cool island breezes and fruity cocktails are calling your name… All you need is some enchanting Polynesian fare for an evening in paradise.
Menu: Crab Rangoon, Kalua Pork Sliders with Spicy Slaw, Tiki Beef Rolls and Rum Cake.
Cocktails for Tasting: Pina Colada Sangria, Lemonade Rum Punch and Tiki Mai Tai.
Location: Arrowhead Community Center
Fee/ResDisc: $44/$34
| Date | Day | Time | Deadline |
| July 25 | TH | 6:00-8:30 PM | July 22 |
Cooking classes with Chef Tamara are for 18 years and older. You must be at least 21 years to consume alcoholic beverages.
Polish Cooking II
Cook delicious Polish food and feast on your creations to give you an authentic taste of Polish life!
Menu: Christmas Soup, Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, Potato & Cheese Pierogi, Pickle & Sausage Appetizer.
Cocktails for Tasting: 3 Cocktails to Pair with Recipes.
Location: Arrowhead Community Center
Fee/ResDisc: $44/$34
| Date | Day | Time | Deadline |
| Aug 14 | W | 6:00-8:30 PM | Aug 12 |
Cooking classes with Chef Tamara are for 18 years and older. You must be at least 21 years to consume alcoholic beverages.
Game On!
The kick-off to football season is here and no matter what team you are rootin’ for, these recipes will make your next tailgate or gathering around the big screen tv a winner.
Menu: Retro Ham Sliders, Beer-Cheese Brat Soup, Bacon Cheese Dip and Red Velvet Cake Balls.
Cocktails for Tasting: Tequila Fizz, Brewmosa and Kick-Off.
Location: Arrowhead Community Center
Fee/ResDisc: $44/$34
| Date | Day | Time | Deadline |
| Aug 29 | TH | 6:00-8:30 PM | Aug 26 |