{"product_id":"pnw-jam-scones-class-in-oregons-willamette-valley","title":"PNW Jam + Scones Class in Oregon's Willamette Valley","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ctime class=\"event-time-localized-start\" datetime=\"2024-02-15\"\u003eThursday, July 9th, 5\u003c\/time\u003e:00 to 8:00 \u003ctime class=\"event-time-localized-end\" datetime=\"2024-02-15\"\u003ePM\u003c\/time\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us in the beautiful barn at Sovereign Studio in Springfield, Oregon, for an evening celebrating Oregon's summer bounty through seasonal preserving, fresh-baked scones, and local flavors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertified Master Preserver Aletha of Cooking Kauai will guide participants through the timeless art of making fruit preserves using traditional techniques that highlight the natural flavor of peak-season fruit. Drawing on her Pacific Northwest roots and nearly three decades of preserving on Kauai, Aletha combines practical instruction with a passion for seasonal cooking and local agriculture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring this hands-on class, you'll learn the fundamentals of exceptional jam-making, including fruit preparation, cooking methods, achieving the perfect set, and safe home canning practices. Aletha specializes in no-pectin-added, lower-sugar preserves that allow the true character of the fruit to shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn addition to preserving, participants will learn the secrets to creating tender, buttery scones—the perfect companion to homemade jam. Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy tastings of seasonal preserves, local honey, and mead, celebrating the rich agricultural traditions of the Willamette Valley.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're new to preserving or looking to refine your skills, this class offers a delightful blend of practical instruction, delicious tastings, and inspiration for making the most of the harvest season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHosted in the charming barn at Sovereign Studio, this gathering is designed to bring together food lovers, gardeners, bakers, and preservation enthusiasts for an unforgettable evening of learning, sharing, and celebrating Oregon's abundance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCome discover why jam-making is both a science and an art—and leave with new skills, recipes, and a deeper appreciation for the flavors of summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAge Requirement: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAges 16+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLocation: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSovereign Studios in Springfield, Oregon\u003c\/em\u003e. The exact location will be shared after registering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAletha Thomas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a certified Master Preserver, educator, and food entrepreneur with roots in the Pacific Northwest and nearly three decades of life on Kauai. Growing up in a region rich with berries, orchards, and home gardens, she developed a lifelong passion for seasonal cooking, baking, and preserving the harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the past 28 years, Aletha has called Kauai home, where she is the owner of Monkeypod Jam and founder of Cooking Kauai. Through her jam company and hands-on cooking classes, she teaches the timeless skills of preserving, baking, and cooking with locally sourced ingredients while celebrating the stories and traditions behind the food we share.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this class, Aletha brings together the best of her Pacific Northwest heritage and preservation expertise, sharing practical techniques for creating delicious seasonal jams and tender, bakery-style scones. Her approach is rooted in simplicity, flavor, and making the most of each season's bounty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen she's not teaching or making jam, Aletha writes\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aletha383.substack.com\/\" title=\"Preserving Kauai Suabstack\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aletha383.substack.com\/\" title=\"Preserving Kauai Suabstack\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreserving Kauai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a Substack newsletter exploring food preservation, island agriculture, local history, and the connections between food, place, and community. Participants are invited to follow along for recipes, preserving tips, and stories from life on the Garden Isle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur host, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathryn Belleville\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, is an artist, healer, educator, and visionary entrepreneur dedicated to helping people connect more deeply with creativity, wellness, purpose, and possibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe and her husband, Geoff, live on a five-acre homestead in Oregon's beautiful Willamette Valley, where they share their lives with bees, hummingbirds, chickens, fish, their dog Zeal, and the natural beauty that inspires much of their work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lifelong creative, Kathryn earned a degree in Theatre Arts and spent more than two decades in theatre before expanding into the healing arts, transformational education, immersive retreats, and entrepreneurial leadership. Known for her ability to inspire others and bring ideas to life, she has spoken on stages, led educational and transformational experiences, and shared wellness, leadership, and business teachings with audiences ranging from intimate workshops to large-scale live events. Her work has been featured multiple times in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProsper Magazine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more than 23 years, Kathryn has worked in private practice using energetic healing modalities that support wellness and human potential. Together, Kathryn and Geoff bring decades of experience in practitioner education, mentorship, quantum healing technologies, and transformational leadership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough Frequency Boutique and Sovereign Studios, Kathryn creates opportunities for learning, connection, and personal growth through workshops, retreats, creative gatherings, and educational experiences. Their work also supports Villa Bee, a nonprofit initiative dedicated to education, stewardship, and community engagement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs passionate beekeepers, educators, and community builders, Kathryn and Geoff are committed to inspiring future generations through creativity, wellness, and meaningful connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e \u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDue to limited seating and the upfront costs of food and its preparation, our classes are final and non-refundable.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease consider signing up for our classes as you would purchasing a concert ticket- you can always send someone else in your place, but refunds cannot be issued.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternatively, you may reach out to us, and we will try our best to sell the seats on your behalf. If we do so, a future credit to a scheduled class will be issued.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRefunds will only be issued if Monkeypod Jam needs to shut down\/cancel events due to unforeseen events or low participation (less than 6).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe appreciate your understanding that this is how we maintain our business and provide boutique-style service.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cooking Kauai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43913875619927,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/1046\/0503\/files\/Copy_of_Cruise_Class_12_4ff6e738-f1bd-49af-831f-8be1f4dbea24.png?v=1780271819","url":"https:\/\/cookingkauai.com\/products\/pnw-jam-scones-class-in-oregons-willamette-valley","provider":"CookingKauai.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}