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Hands-on

Prepare to make some new foodie friends as you work together with other class participants in a fun, hands-on environment. ages 16+.
Greenhouse

Flex your green thumb by taking advantage of our beautiful Michigan summers and learning a new technique or two to take your garden to the next level.
Kids / Teens

Kids: Kids ages 7-11 will work together to learn kitchen skills, make delicious new foods, and have tons of fun! Class participants will get hands-on instruction from our chef instructors. Teens: ages 12-15 will use more advanced techniques to create dishes through experimentation.
Technique & Skill

Have fun, eat well, and learn all at the same time with kitchen technique classes for ages 16+.
Couples

In these classes, you and a partner will build exciting culinary creations. Let our professional chef instructors show you how to have some tasty tag-team fun in the Teaching Kitchen! Ages 16+.
Special Events

Indoor and outdoor fun, all throughout the Market, all year round! Bring the whole family and have some food and fun!

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Buon Appetito: An Evening In Italy

Buon Appetito: An Evening In Italy

In this hands on class, make your own ravioli from scratch! You’ll make a sweet and nutty butternut squash…
Hands-on
In this hands on class, make your own ravioli from scratch! You’ll make a sweet and nutty butternut squash…
Event Details
- $90/person
- 16+
- Teaching Kitchen

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Tapas De Barcelona

Tapas De Barcelona

Entice your international palate as you explore bold and flavorful staples of spanish cuisine. You will use…
Hands-on
Entice your international palate as you explore bold and flavorful staples of spanish cuisine. You will use…
Event Details
- $90/person
- 16+
- Teaching Kitchen

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Slow Your Roll: Beginner Sushi

Slow Your Roll: Beginner Sushi

In this beginner sushi experience, our expert chef will lead you through the basics of rolling, cutting, and…
Hands-on
In this beginner sushi experience, our expert chef will lead you through the basics of rolling, cutting, and…
Event Details
- $75/person
- 16+
- Teaching Kitchen

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Comfort Food Friday

Comfort Food Friday

JOIN US FOR COMFORT FOOD FRIDAY! A DAY OF CELEBRATING THE HOME-COOKED, THE HAND-MADE, AND THE HEARTY. MARKET…
Special Events
JOIN US FOR COMFORT FOOD FRIDAY! A DAY OF CELEBRATING THE HOME-COOKED, THE HAND-MADE, AND THE HEARTY. MARKET…
Event Details
- All Ages
- Market Hall

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A Very Merry Market Day

A Very Merry Market Day

SHOP FOR HOLIDAY GIFTS AT OUR ARTISAN MARKET! THEN, HEAD DOWNSTAIRS AND ENJOY FOOD AND FESTIVE FUN IN THE…
Special Events
SHOP FOR HOLIDAY GIFTS AT OUR ARTISAN MARKET! THEN, HEAD DOWNSTAIRS AND ENJOY FOOD AND FESTIVE FUN IN THE…
Event Details
- Free
- All Ages
- Downtown Market 2nd Floor
Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Special Events
From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Event Details
- under the market shed

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Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Special Events
From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Event Details
- under the market shed

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Pie Crust To Be Thankful For

Pie Crust To Be Thankful For

Love a good homemade pie? Then this class is for you! Master a classic pie crust that puts your grandmother’s…
Hands-on
Love a good homemade pie? Then this class is for you! Master a classic pie crust that puts your grandmother’s…
Event Details
- $75/person
- 16+
- Teaching Kitchen

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Pie Crust To Be Thankful For

Pie Crust To Be Thankful For

Love a good homemade pie? Then this class is for you! Master a classic pie crust that puts your grandmother’s…
Hands-on
Love a good homemade pie? Then this class is for you! Master a classic pie crust that puts your grandmother’s…
Event Details
- $75/person
- 16+
- Teaching Kitchen

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Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Special Events
From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Event Details
- under the market shed

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Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Special Events
From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Event Details
- under the market shed

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Holly Jolly Cookie Bash

Holly Jolly Cookie Bash

Bring your holiday cookie making tradition to the Downtown Market! You’ll bake the day away with four festive…
Hands-on
Bring your holiday cookie making tradition to the Downtown Market! You’ll bake the day away with four festive…
Event Details
- $125/person
- 16+
- Teaching Kitchen
Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Special Events
From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Event Details
- under the market shed

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Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Special Events
From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Event Details
- under the market shed
Kids Cookie Workshop

Kids Cookie Workshop

Kids will enjoy making these special holiday creations as they learn simple techniques to make beautiful…
Kids / Teens
Kids will enjoy making these special holiday creations as they learn simple techniques to make beautiful…
Event Details
- $60/person
- Teaching Kitchen

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Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Special Events
From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Event Details
- under the market shed

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Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

Downtown Market Christmas Tree & Decor Lot

From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Special Events
From November 17- December 16, Find the perfect holiday wreath or tree for your home at our Christmas Tree…
Event Details
- under the market shed
D.I.Y. Thai (GF, DF)

D.I.Y. Thai (GF, DF)

Experience the flavors of traditional thai cuisine with its strong aromatic components and spicy edge. Using…
Hands-on
Experience the flavors of traditional thai cuisine with its strong aromatic components and spicy edge. Using…
Event Details
- $90/person
- 16+
- Teaching Kitchen

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