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Cookbook Club
Love cookbooks but find they sit on your shelf more than in your kitchen? Join our Cookbook Club at Cooks & Books for a fun, hands-on way to bring recipes to life while connecting with fellow food lovers!
Every 6 weeks, we’ll feature a different cookbook (each session is a separate event). You’ll have the chance to explore the recipes at home, then gather together for a lively evening of cooking, tasting, and sharing. In class, we’ll prepare a couple of dishes straight from the featured book while enjoying great conversation and a welcoming atmosphere. At each meet-up, you’ll join a group of fellow food lovers for:
A cozy, instructor-led evening cooking together from the book
Two elevated, accessible recipes brought to life in real time
Shared conversation over a meal you’ve prepared together
Want more connections outside of class? Upon registration, participants will gain access to an exclusive Cookbook Club Facebook group. This private community is a space to share favorite recipes, photos, ask questions, exchange tips, and connect ahead of the event. We encourage members to explore the cookbook and try a few recipes in the weeks leading up to our gathering, setting the stage for a rich, hands-on experience.
October 22nd, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm - Join us at Cooks & Books for a special evening featuring The Modern Hippie Table Cookbook. Copies of the book are available for purchase in-store or through this (link).
Guests will enjoy a welcome cocktail and appetizer before preparing a meal and dessert together, guided by recipes from the featured cookbook, The Modern Hippie Table.
Register now to secure your seat at the table. Fee: $49 per session
December 3rd - Check back for updates!
Host & Instructor: Lauren Bettger
Lauren's Bio
Lauren finds joy and connection in the kitchen. She founded a Cookbook Club with friends over a decade ago, and it has been thriving ever since, bringing people together through shared meals, and culinary exploration. She enjoys baking sourdough, designing charcuterie boards, and crafting her own recipes. Enthusiastic about teaching, she guides others in the kitchen, shares tips and tricks, and inspires confidence and creativity in every cook. Using fresh, seasonal ingredients, Lauren brings a hands-on, approachable style to everything she creates.
Before following her passion for food and community, Lauren spent years teaching kindergarten and first grade, nurturing curiosity and confidence in her students. Today, she continues to share that gift as a part-time reading interventionist, guiding children to discover both skill and joy in reading.
Whether in the classroom or the kitchen, Lauren’s purpose is the same: to foster connection, spark creativity, and turn everyday moments into something meaningful.
***Refund Policy – Cooks & Books***
All cookbook club purchases are final sale. While we do not offer refunds, we understand that plans can change. If you’re unable to attend a class, you may transfer your payment toward a future class, provided you notify us at least 48 hours in advance.
Please note:
No refunds or credits will be issued for no-shows or cancellations made less than 48 hours before the class.
Class credits are valid for future Cookbook Clubs only and are non-transferable to other services or individuals.
If the instructor needs to cancel the cookbook club, a refund will be issued.
We appreciate your understanding and support in helping us plan and deliver the best experience for all attendees!
Love cookbooks but find they sit on your shelf more than in your kitchen? Join our Cookbook Club at Cooks & Books for a fun, hands-on way to bring recipes to life while connecting with fellow food lovers!
Every 6 weeks, we’ll feature a different cookbook (each session is a separate event). You’ll have the chance to explore the recipes at home, then gather together for a lively evening of cooking, tasting, and sharing. In class, we’ll prepare a couple of dishes straight from the featured book while enjoying great conversation and a welcoming atmosphere. At each meet-up, you’ll join a group of fellow food lovers for:
A cozy, instructor-led evening cooking together from the book
Two elevated, accessible recipes brought to life in real time
Shared conversation over a meal you’ve prepared together
Want more connections outside of class? Upon registration, participants will gain access to an exclusive Cookbook Club Facebook group. This private community is a space to share favorite recipes, photos, ask questions, exchange tips, and connect ahead of the event. We encourage members to explore the cookbook and try a few recipes in the weeks leading up to our gathering, setting the stage for a rich, hands-on experience.
October 22nd, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm - Join us at Cooks & Books for a special evening featuring The Modern Hippie Table Cookbook. Copies of the book are available for purchase in-store or through this (link).
Guests will enjoy a welcome cocktail and appetizer before preparing a meal and dessert together, guided by recipes from the featured cookbook, The Modern Hippie Table.
Register now to secure your seat at the table. Fee: $49 per session
December 3rd - Check back for updates!
Host & Instructor: Lauren Bettger
Lauren's Bio
Lauren finds joy and connection in the kitchen. She founded a Cookbook Club with friends over a decade ago, and it has been thriving ever since, bringing people together through shared meals, and culinary exploration. She enjoys baking sourdough, designing charcuterie boards, and crafting her own recipes. Enthusiastic about teaching, she guides others in the kitchen, shares tips and tricks, and inspires confidence and creativity in every cook. Using fresh, seasonal ingredients, Lauren brings a hands-on, approachable style to everything she creates.
Before following her passion for food and community, Lauren spent years teaching kindergarten and first grade, nurturing curiosity and confidence in her students. Today, she continues to share that gift as a part-time reading interventionist, guiding children to discover both skill and joy in reading.
Whether in the classroom or the kitchen, Lauren’s purpose is the same: to foster connection, spark creativity, and turn everyday moments into something meaningful.
***Refund Policy – Cooks & Books***
All cookbook club purchases are final sale. While we do not offer refunds, we understand that plans can change. If you’re unable to attend a class, you may transfer your payment toward a future class, provided you notify us at least 48 hours in advance.
Please note:
No refunds or credits will be issued for no-shows or cancellations made less than 48 hours before the class.
Class credits are valid for future Cookbook Clubs only and are non-transferable to other services or individuals.
If the instructor needs to cancel the cookbook club, a refund will be issued.
We appreciate your understanding and support in helping us plan and deliver the best experience for all attendees!