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The Art of Homemade Pizza
2026-05-02 11:00:00 2026-05-02 15:00:00 America/Chicago The Art of Homemade Pizza Discover how easy it is to make delicious pizza at home! In this demonstration, patrons will learn the basics of pizza dough preparation, topping combinations, and baking techniques to create the perfect homemade pizza. Main Library - 507 | Teaching Kitchen

Saturday, May 02
11:00am - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-02 11:00:00 2026-05-02 15:00:00 America/Chicago The Art of Homemade Pizza Discover how easy it is to make delicious pizza at home! In this demonstration, patrons will learn the basics of pizza dough preparation, topping combinations, and baking techniques to create the perfect homemade pizza. Main Library - 507 | Teaching Kitchen

Main Library

507 | Teaching Kitchen

Discover how easy it is to make delicious pizza at home! In this demonstration, patrons will learn the basics of pizza dough preparation, topping combinations, and baking techniques to create the perfect homemade pizza.

Join us in the library teaching kitchen for From Dough to Delicious, an engaging Homemade Pizza Demo. During this session, participants will learn how to prepare pizza dough, choose flavorful toppings, and bake pizza for a crispy and delicious result. Along the way, we will discuss helpful kitchen tips, simple ingredients, and creative topping ideas that can be recreated at home. This program is perfect for beginners and anyone who loves pizza and wants to improve their cooking skills.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Food & Drink |

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Phone: 501.918.3000
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Joe Hudak
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Joe Hudak
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Little Rock, AR 72201
Tel: 501.918.3000

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