🍳 Fall Break Cooking Classes in Dunlap – Three Days of Themed Meals for Grades 6-12

As fall break approaches, Sequatchie County 4‐H is offering middle and high school students a chance to step into the kitchen and master real cooking skills during a three-day hands-on program. This isn’t a typical classroom experience-it’s a chance for young people to learn practical life skills while preparing full meals in a supportive, peer-filled environment right here in the valley.

🗓️ When It Happens

The Fall Break Cooking Classes run October 5-7, 2026, from 10 AM to 3 PM each day. Each day features a different theme, so students can choose to attend one day, two days, or all three-depending on which cuisines and occasions interest them most. 🌟

📍 Where to Go

Classes meet at Chapel Hill MC, located at 5606 E Valley Rd in Dunlap. The venue provides a full kitchen setup where students will work together to prepare appetizers, main dishes, and desserts from start to finish.

✨ What You’ll Learn-and Cook

Each day centers on a real-world cooking scenario that connects to seasonal traditions and everyday entertaining:

• Monday, October 5 – Football & Tailgating: Learn to prepare crowd-pleasing appetizers and portable foods perfect for game day. 🏈
• Tuesday, October 6 – Thanksgiving: Master classic holiday dishes-from appetizers to dessert-that bring families together. 🦃
• Wednesday, October 7 – Christmas: Explore festive recipes and entertaining ideas for the holiday season. 🎄

Students don’t just watch-they prepare a full themed appetizer, main dish, and dessert each day, gaining confidence and real kitchen experience they can use at home and beyond.

🎟️ How to Register

Space is limited, so early registration is important. The cost is $30 per day. To sign up, call the Extension Office at (423) 949-2611. When you call, let them know which day or days your student plans to attend. 📞

❤️ Why This Matters for Families

Cooking classes offer more than just recipes. They build independence, teach nutrition and food safety, and create a space where young people can learn alongside peers who share their interests. For families in Sequatchie County, this program provides an affordable, local way to help middle and high school students develop a skill they’ll use for life-whether they’re preparing meals at home, heading to college, or simply becoming more confident in the kitchen. 💪

The themed approach also connects cooking to real occasions-tailgating, holiday gatherings, and entertaining-so students see why these skills matter in their own social lives and family traditions.

🤝 Community Connections

Sequatchie County 4‐H has long been a place where young people develop leadership, learn practical skills, and build friendships. These cooking classes extend that mission into the kitchen, offering a welcoming environment for students who may be new to cooking or who want to sharpen skills they already have. The program reflects the valley’s commitment to youth development and hands-on learning. 🌱

📋 What You Should Know

Register soon-space fills up quickly. You can attend one day, two days, or all three, so choose the themes that appeal most to your student. Bring a notebook if your student wants to jot down recipes or tips to take home. The program runs a full five hours each day, so plan for a full morning and afternoon of cooking, learning, and fun. 🎉

Mark your calendar for October 5-7 and give your student a chance to build real cooking skills in a fun, supportive setting right here in Dunlap. Whether they’re interested in tailgating food, holiday cooking, or just learning to feed themselves well, these three days offer something worth their time. Call (423) 949-2611 today to reserve a spot-and bring a friend if they’re interested too! 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳