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Homesteading Series: Fire Cider

September 23 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Illustrated flyer for the Belmont Free Library’s Homesteading Series workshop on Fire Cider. On the left, a mason jar filled with garlic cloves, red and orange chili peppers, and green herbs sits on a wooden surface, surrounded by autumn leaves and sprigs. On the right, text reads: ‘Homesteading Series – Fire Cider. Learn how to make your own Fire Cider — a tangy, spicy vinegar infusion often used in folk kitchens for flavor and warmth. September 23rd, 5:00 PM. Registration is Required,’ with the library’s triangular clocktower logo at the bottom.”

Homesteading at the Library

Homesteading is more than a trend—it’s a return to self-sufficiency, sustainability, and the skills that once defined daily life. Whether you dream of preserving your own harvest, keeping backyard chickens, or just want to live a little more intentionally, our Homesteading Series is here to guide you through the old ways made new again.

Fire Cider: A Folk Kitchen Tradition
Tuesday, September 23rd , 5:00PM

For generations, home cooks have steeped onions, garlic, peppers, and herbs in apple cider vinegar to make a zesty tonic known as Fire Cider. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll prepare your own jar and learn the stories behind this flavorful tradition.

Supplies provided; you bring the curiosity. Ages 12+ welcome, with adult for under 16.

Belmont Free Library – Community Room
Call 585-268-5308 to register or fill out the form below.

Note: Fire Cider is a traditional folk recipe. This workshop is for culinary and educational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal products for health purposes.

Homesteading Series: Fire Cider

Details

Date:
September 23
Time:
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Venue

Belmont Literary & Historical Society Free Library
2 Willets Ave
Belmont, NY 14813 United States + Google Map
Phone
5852685308