{"id":2584,"date":"2017-01-31T12:59:01","date_gmt":"2017-01-31T16:59:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/santacruzfoodie.com\/?p=2584"},"modified":"2017-01-31T12:59:01","modified_gmt":"2017-01-31T16:59:01","slug":"february-at-new-leaf-includes-valentine-themes-classes-for-kids-and-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/santacruzfoodie.com\/?p=2584","title":{"rendered":"February at New Leaf includes Valentine themes & classes for kids and families"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Decorate Valentine cookies with the family at New Leaf Community Markets. Photo credit: New Leaf<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

New Leaf Community Markets<\/a> has several events in February including Valentine\u2019s classes and workshops for kids and families. Here are some highlights; these are all at the Westside Santa Cruz location at 1101 Fair Ave. (831-426-1306).<\/p>\n

Preregistration<\/a> is required at newleaf.com\/events.<\/p>\n

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Thursday, Feb. 9<\/strong><\/p>\n

Chocolate Creations<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ayurvedic practitioner and chef Talya Lutzker will introduce attendees to a spectrum of delectable chocolate desserts. You will learn \u201chow the taste of sweet is of great benefit to the body, mind and spirit\u201d and discover a \u201cworld of good-for-you sweet foods you may not have thought of before.\u201d Plus, learn how to make your own delicious chocolate confections from scratch.<\/p>\n

Time & Cost<\/em>: 6:30\u20139pm, $40\/Two for $70<\/p>\n

Register at:
\nhttps:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/chocolate-creations-tickets-30307158527<\/a><\/p>\n

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Friday, Feb. 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kids\u2019 Class: <\/strong>Valentine Cookie Decorating Workshop<\/strong><\/p>\n

For ages 8 and up: drop your kids off for a fun workshop led by Kristen Valenza of Living Roots Food and Floral. Valenza will provide homemade sugar cookies made from organic ingredients, and kids get to decorate with an assortment of toppings.<\/p>\n

Time & <\/em>Cost<\/em>: 6\u20138pm, $35<\/p>\n

Register at:<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/valentine-cookie-decorating-workshop-for-kids-tickets-30314128374<\/a><\/p>\n

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Sunday, Feb. 12<\/strong>
\n<\/strong>Family Class: Mommy\/Daddy & Me <\/strong>Valentine Cookie Decorating Workshop<\/strong><\/p>\n

This class with Kristen Valenza is for Moms or Dads and their little ones ages 3-6. Families will decorate an assortment of Valentine’s Day cookies made from organic ingredients, then take home a box of creations to give away as gifts–or eat themselves!<\/p>\n

Time & <\/em>Cost<\/em>: 1\u20133pm, $45 for one adult & one child, $30 each additional child<\/p>\n

Register at:
\nhttps:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/mommydaddy-me-valentine-cookie-decorating-workshop-tickets-30314804396<\/p>\n

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Tuesday, Feb. 21<\/strong><\/p>\n

For Seniors: Tuesday Talk & Tea on Heart-Healthy Foods<\/strong><\/p>\n

While you enjoy tea and snacks, you can learn which heart-healthy foods are high in antioxidants, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. The session is led by Nutrition Consultant Madia Jamgochian.<\/p>\n

Time & <\/em>Cost<\/em>: 12\u20131pm, Free (but registration required)<\/p>\n

Register at:<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/tuesday-tea-for-seniors-heart-healthy-foods-tickets-30236352745<\/p>\n

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