Age Group:
Teens- Registration is required for this event.
- Registration will open on July 25, 2025 @ 9:00am.
- A library card is required to register for this event.
- This event is for registrants grade 9th Grade to 12th Grade.
Program Description
Event Details
Curious about sourdough but feeling overwhelmed by all the jargon, steps, and starter talk? Join Sam Sykula for a warm, welcoming, and deliciously interactive class where you'll not only learn the foundations of sourdough baking—but taste them, too.
We'll kick things off with a tasting to wake up your taste buds—usually my crowd-favorite sourdough cinnamon rolls (trust me, they’ve converted many skeptics!). Then, we’ll dive into the basics: essential tools, terminology, and techniques that demystify the process and set you up for success.
This is not your average lecture-style class—there’s no need to furiously scribble notes. Every student receives a full sourdough cookbook, packed with everything we cover and tons of recipes for both active and discard sourdough. That means you can relax, engage, ask questions, and really absorb the material in real time. They will also receive their very own sourdough starter!
The heart of the class is a live demonstration where I show you how to feed your starter and make a loaf of sourdough bread. You’ll see exactly how it’s done, while we discuss each step, troubleshoot common issues, and piece the process together. I’ll also bring a finished loaf for everyone to sample, because tasting truly helps bring the concepts home.
The class runs about 2 hours and is designed to leave you feeling inspired, informed, and very well-fed.
Come curious, leave confident—and with a whole new appreciation for the beautiful rhythm of sourdough.
This workshop is open to TEENS only! Those entering grades 9-12. Any adult who registers will have their registration cancelled. This program is taking place after the library is closed - no items will be checked out as the library will be closed. Parents are not required to stay, but you must be back BEFORE 7:30pm to pick up your teen.
Please note that your teen must be registered for and participating in the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge. If your teen is not registered/participating, we will cancel your registration. To register for the reading program, click here: https://spartalibrarynj.beanstack.com/reader365.
Disclaimer(s)
Food and Drink
Please be aware that we use food in some of our programs, both as snacks and as craft supplies. Actual ingredients will be provided, but we are not able to guarantee that any food item will be completely free of food allergens. By registering for this program, you hereby acknowledge that you are aware that Sparta Public Library cannot guarantee a completely allergen free atmosphere in this program and have chosen to allow your child(ren) to participate fully or partially despite this.
Holds Harmless Disclaimer
By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.
No Show
If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.
Programs & Sparta Cardholders
Due to the popularity of certain programs held at Sparta Library, Sparta cardholders will have first option for registration. If the program has not filled a week prior to the date of presentation, the event will be opened to non-Sparta cardholders.