Berne Library Notes for Thursday, September 13, 2018

Imagine the smell of some delectable dessert wafting about somewhere near the library. Yummy mouth-watering juices flowing at the very thought. After a day of adventuring, cozy up to the campfire to refuel with a homemade treat made over the blaze. Welcome to John Valachovich’s “Outdoor Cooking with Cast Iron Dutch Ovens.”

Presenter John Valachovic shares his expertise and longtime connection with Dutch-oven cooking on Saturday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. at the Berne Public Library. John, like many others involved in this hobby, got his start after an intro by the Boy Scouts of America.

Receiving a Dutch oven gift from his wife, Christine, was all it took. The collection of cast-iron pieces grew, a cooking school was attended, and a competition called the “East Coast DOG (Dutch Oven Gathering) was entered.

This Cast Iron Dutch Oven intro class will share:

— Care and use of Dutch ovens at home and over campfires;

— Cast-iron seasoning techniques;

— Choices in tools and equipment;

— Converting indoor recipes to outdoor; and

— Work heat management.

It’s more than a talk. “Outdoor Cooking with Cast Iron Dutch Ovens” is a live-action demo with a dessert to boot.

Tour

During regular library hours on Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the library is listed in the Hilltowns Farms and Artisans tour. Extended hours are scheduled for Sept.16, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the tour plus normal library doings. That’s a bonus four hours to stop by, check out books, use computers, browse for movies or magazines, and enjoy the AC.

Heldercon

Shout out for “The Incredible Heldercon” coming up fast. Saturday, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Heldercon storms the scene in the Berne Town Park. Scavenger hunts, costumes, food, and prizes. Mark your calendar to join in this free event for all ages.