Dunbar Community Center Children's Cooking
About
Free Kids Cooking at Dunbar Community Center
Dunbar Community Center is Lexington Parks and Recreation's downtown facility, running free children's cooking classes for ages 6-14. Themed sessions teach kitchen safety and basic cooking technique through approachable recipes.
Kids Programs
Rotating themed cooking classes for ages 6-14. Programs include:
- Children's Cooking Class (Pizza, Biscuits, S'mores, themed)
- Kitchen safety and basic technique focus
- Recipes designed to be replicated at home
- Free participation (no fees)
- RSVP required via email or phone
What's Included
- All ingredients and cookware
- Use of community center kitchen
- Recipes to take home
- Instruction from Parks and Rec staff
- Free admission
Experience
Free access makes this the most accessible kids cooking class in Lexington. Coordinator Tru'dy Rose runs the program. Themed sessions like Pizza, Green S'mores, and Biscuits keep kids engaged with approachable recipes. Downtown Lexington location convenient to North Limestone and Liberty neighborhoods.