Date: Wed, Sep 16, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Venue: Northeast Regional Library, Raleigh
Price: Free
Category: Community
Join your community for a monthly librarian-led book discussion. Read and discuss, Bodega Bakes by Paola Velez. You have the option to bring a recipe from the book to share with everyone, to take pictures of a cooked recipe from the book to show people, or to just enjoy discussing the book. Registration Required.
Community · Raleigh
“Register early and bring a copy of your recipe to share with the group.”
Wed. Cookbook Club: Bodega bakes by Paola Velez is a free monthly community gathering at the Northeast Regional Library where participants discuss recipes and share treats. To participate, register online ahead of time. You can bake a recipe from the book to share with the group, bring photos of your creations, or simply show up to talk about the techniques. The library offers free parking in its main lot, and the event is best suited for adults looking for a creative weeknight outing. This gathering makes a wonderful mid-week break for parents who want to connect with local food lovers, swap baking tips, and discover new recipes to try at home with their children over the weekend.
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Wed. Cookbook Club: Bodega bakes by Paola Velez runs Wed, Sep 16, 2026, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM.
Northeast Regional Library is at 14401 Green Elm Lane, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.
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