As the holiday season descends upon us, Wake County Public Libraries are bringing the festive spirit right into your homes with a shiny bow on top. They've unwrapped their "Home for the Holidays" series, a virtual event package designed to light up your Yuletide preparations, and hey, it's free—though you've got to hustle over to the Wake County website to grab your spot.
Ready to triumph over the chaos of holiday prep? Kickoff comes on November 6 with "Get Organized for the Holidays," where Jenna Blackburn, a magician in organization who has shifted her wizardry from professional gigs to library lore, will spill the secrets to nailing down the logistics of gifting, hosting, and general merry-making. Also decking the halls virtually is the one-two chef punch on November 13, featuring Jake, the librarian who can julienne, alongside Jeremy Law, who'll carve out some space for non-traditional holiday eats beyond your grandma's green bean casserole, consider your holiday meal spiced.
Meanwhile, Claire Evans takes you on a British baking odyssey on November 19, imitating "The Great British Baking Show" because who isn't obsessed with that? You'll craft fine teas and get down with UK regional treats, plus pick up a few crumbs of history for good measure. Culinary ninja Jake Green re-enters the picture on November 25 with "Knife Skills – Hone for the Holidays," promising a masterclass in wielding your blade with precision against the forces of stubborn turkey sinew and defiant root vegetables.
And after you've slain your feast, why not bake through the hangover? December 2 beckons with The Bread Monk—Father Dominic Garramone in the house breaking bread and making Hanukkah Jelly Donuts, and not forgetting a little Fruited Sweet Potato Bread for Kwanzaa, wrap it all up with a sweet braided bread for Christmas that's both eye-candy and belly-filler. Come December 9, you'll rewind to a "Mid-Century Christmas," courtesy of historian Leslie Goddard who'll unpack the Christmas of yore with photos, ads, and all the vintage fixings that might make the Baby Boomers feel nostalgic and the rest, wonder what all the analog fuss was about.
So for those eager to scribble their names on the nice list, the clock's ticking, and registration is calling your name—it's a click away, right here on the Wake County website.
