Cheney Mansion becomes immersed in glowing lights, music and dancing for this family fun Valentines dance party. Games and of course glow sticks will abound. Dinner will be included. Registration includes one caregiver and one child – only need to register one name. All children must be accompanied by an adult. If you would like to add to your party, please use the Additional Guest button. Ages 4-10 with Adult
Step out with your favorite Valentine at Cheney Mansion for an evening of dining and dancing! Dinner and cocktails will be provided followed by lively dancing with your partner, guided by the Park District Dance Instructors and a DJ spinning you through the evening! No dance experience is necessary. Come as a couple or register with a friend! Registration for two includes dinner, dancing and two drink tickets per person. Ages 21+
Join Chef Tara Humphrey of Global Peel for a culinary and cultural tour around the world through food.
In September, explore the beauty of French Cooking and let’s sous-vis Coq au vin! In October, the weather is perfect for Kenya’s savory stews and curries. In November as a native Texan, let the chef share the secrets of her favorite home cooked foods! January brings the Philippines and so many layered flavors including making our own Halo-Halo. February brings Venezuela and dishes such halachas, tequenos and quesillo. In March, let’s go down under and cook, emu, a slice of beetroot on a burger, crayfish and taro! Tara has planned recipes for each session, and you will enjoy the fruits of your labor in the Cheney dining room while you explore cultures. Bring along your favorite wine to sip or Tara will send suggested menu pairings. Ages 21+
Join Chef Tara Humphrey of the Global Peel as she explores culture through cooking. Macarons, they are worth every effort and this class uses a nut free recipe. We’ll also make galettes, tarte tatin, and a lemon crème brûlée. Learn history, eat dinner, and share our common story with your fellow students in the Cheney kitchen and dining room. Great food and life skills to carry forward. We are all family around food. Ages 12-16
The cold months of winter call for rich, wonderful stews adn the long, slow and delicious flavors of braising meat or fish. Join the experts from Carnivore in the kitchen at Cheney for a hands-on demo of the best fish to creat a warm stew or the best cut of meat for that perfect braise. Carnivore will have their own dleicious examples for you to taste. Bring along your favorite beverage to drink while you enjoy a Q & A. Ages 21+
