Serenity Knoll

CAMPFIREBALL STORYTELLING w/ CORY HOWARD, AUGUST 23RD at 7PM, FREE / DONATIONS ACCEPTED
2024-08-23 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
BRING A PICNIC DINNER & BEVERAGE! The Campfireball is a storytelling show crafted in the moment around the lives and stories of the audience. Storytelling is one of the most culturally essential art forms; stories are how we relate and connect with one another. In a moment when we seem to understand each other less and less, we could use storytelling more and more. The Campfireball experience draws from storytelling traditions while turning the act of telling inside out. During The Campfireball, the audience is not asked to sit passively, listening as stories are told to them; the audience is the story. The Campfireball is built entirely around finding entertaining and unique ways to excite audience members to share pieces of their lives.
In The Campfireball, the audience is the main attraction, and each event is unique to whoever is sharing the space. The result is an experience unlike any entertainment option: a show with a twist ending where, SURPRISE, the audience was a community all along.

CATALAN FIDEUA DATE NIGHT w/ CHEF KARLA GRIMALDI, AUGUST 17th at 6 PM, $75 PER PERSON, BYOB
2024-08-17 18:00 - 20:00
Learn to make Fideuà, a seafood pasta with delicate thin noodles, saffron, and lots of fresh shellfish like squid, mussels, and shrimp or prawns. Loaded with incredibly vibrant flavor and texture, it’s a regular choice on restaurant terraces overlooking the beach in Barcelona! A farm fresh Salad, homemade Aioli, and Crusty Bread will round out the meal.

PIZZA FROM SCRATCH W/ DAVID WILEY, AUGUST 15TH, at 6 PM, $65.00 PER PERSON
2024-08-15 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for this fun class to make authentic Italian pizza. We’ll use the wood-fired pizza oven, but you’ll leave with the knowledge and skills to easily replicate everyone’s favorite food at home, in the oven, or on the backyard grill!

GENTLE SUNSET YOGA w/ ALLYSON NELSON, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14TH at 7 PM, FREE
2024-08-14 19:00 - 21:00
Enjoy a beautiful Serenity Knoll Sunset with Allyson Nelson.

MEDITERRANEAN JOURNEY w/ SHERIDAN NICE, AUGUST 11TH at 4PM, $70 PER PERSON
2024-08-11 16:00 - 18:00
Join us for a delicious Mediterranean meal featuring the best, freshest local ingredients! Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad, using Homemade Sourdough Bread, Slap Farms Caprese Chicken, Lemon Pasta with Tuna, and Chocolate Ricotta Mousse with Fresh Berries.

GENTLE YOGA & BRUNCH w/ LISA KING, AUGUST 11TH, at 11 AM, $25 PER PERSON
2024-08-11 11:00 - 13:00
Join us for an hour of gentle yoga sessions open to beginners and experienced yogis. The yoga session will be held in the pavilion, followed by a healthy brunch. No experience is necessary. Equipment such as mats, blocks, bolsters, straps, and blankets are available for our guests to use.

GENTLE YOGA & BRUNCH w/ KERRY FERGUSON, AUGUST 4TH, at 11 AM, $25 PER PERSON
2024-08-04 11:00 - 13:00

MOCKTAILS & ITALIAN LUNCHEON w/ SHERIDAN NICE, AUGUST 3RD at 10 AM, $70 PER PERSON
2024-08-03 10:00 - 12:00
Venture beyond the primarily too-sweet, uninteresting Mocktails found in most restaurants! Enjoy a lovely Italian luncheon and sip your creations after we explore the ever-expanding world of non-alcoholic drinks. Mocktails have evolved beyond simple fruit juice combinations, incorporating various unique ingredients to create complex, sophisticated, non-alcoholic beverages. We’ll also employ techniques that enhance their visual presentation. Bring a glass quart jar with you.

DECORATED SUGAR COOKIE CLASS w/ ANGELA BOWES, AUGUST 2ND, at 6 PM $65 PER PERSON
2024-08-02 18:00 - 20:00
Have you always wanted to make beautiful sugar cookies? In this class, everyone will decorate six sugar cookies using three different techniques. We will use royal icing, buttercream, and fondant! No experience is necessary, and open to all age groups. Learn how fun it is to make lovely cookies that will impress your friends and family with us here at Serenity Knoll Cooking School! No decorating experience is necessary, and all class materials will be provided. Sign up to reserve your spot! Recipes and materials are provided.

PIZZA FROM SCRATCH W/ DAVID WILEY, AUGUST 1ST, at 6 PM, $65.00 PER PERSON
2024-08-01 18:00 - 20:00

ASIAN SUMMER, FEATURING GLASS NOODLE SALAD & SEA SCALLOPS and THAI SHRIMP COCKTAIL LETTUCE WRAPS w/ SHERIDAN NICE, JULY 28TH at 3 PM, $75 PER PERSON
2024-07-28 15:00 - 17:00
Join us to make a delicious, refreshing meal bursting with flavor for warm weather, entertaining, and dining al fresco!

GENTLE YOGA & BRUNCH w/ TEREZA DI FRANCESCO, JULY 28TH, at 11 AM, $25 PER PERSON
2024-07-28 11:00 - 13:00

FRENCH MACARONS w/ ANGELA BOWES, JULY 27TH at 2 PM, $75 PER PERSON
2024-07-27 14:00 - 16:00
Have you always wanted to make beautiful and delicious French macarons? In this class, everyone will learn each step of the process hands-on! No experience is necessary, and it is open to all age groups. Come and learn how much fun it is to make delicious macarons that will be sure to impress your friends and family with us here at Serenity Knoll. All recipes are included in the class! Oreo, Lemon Poppy, Maple Bacon, Strawberry Passion Fruit, and Snickers

PRESSURE CANNING w/ KRYSTAL SMITH, JULY 27TH at 10 AM, $60 PER PERSON
2024-07-27 10:00 - 12:00
This in-depth class is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to preserve various foods using a pressure canner safely. This class is perfect for beginners and those looking to refine their canning techniques.
Class Highlights:

Understanding Pressure Canning: Learn the science behind pressure canning and why it’s essential for preserving low-acid foods.
Step-by-Step Process: Detailed instructions on preparing, packing, and processing jars.
Safety First: Emphasizing the importance of safety protocols and best practices to ensure food safety.
Hands-On Experience: Practical, hands-on canning session where participants will prepare and can their batch of food.
Recipe Inspiration: Explore a variety of recipes suitable for pressure canning, from vegetables to meats and soups.

By the end of the class, you’ll have the confidence to use a pressure canner on your own and a jar of your preserved creation to take home. Discover the joy and satisfaction of stocking your pantry with homemade, shelf-stable foods. Join us and master the art of pressure canning!

SUSHI w/BRAD KROEKER, JULY 26TH at 6 PM, $70 PER PERSON
2024-07-26 18:00 - 20:00
Learn the basics of making sushi, including getting the rice right, rolling it in various ways, and preparing fresh ingredients. The class is interactive, with opportunities for questions and guidance, and participants enjoy a sushi feast at the end. This class will cover a variety of sushi types, including vegetarian options.

PIZZA FROM SCRATCH W/ DAVID WILEY, JULY 25TH, at 6 PM, $65.00 PER PERSON
2024-07-25 18:00 - 20:00

SERENITY at SUNSET w/ SARAH WENNOGLE, JULY 24TH at 7 PM, $10 PER PERSON
2024-07-24 19:00 - 21:00
Join us for an evening meditation and gentle yoga class with Sarah Wennogle.

GENTLE YOGA & BRUNCH w/ HAILEY EATON, JULY 21ST, at 11 AM, $25 PER PERSON
2024-07-21 11:00 - 13:00

HOMEMADE TAMALES w/ HERMAN GARCIA, JULY 20TH at 6 PM, $70 PER PERSON
2024-07-20 18:00 - 20:00
The Tennesse Tamale Guy is Back! Immerse yourself in the traditions of tamale-making with Herman Garcia. This class teaches you everything about tamales; we will create Chicken Chili Verde tamales from scratch. We’ll make tacos, salsa, and guacamole, too! Topics and Techniques: Masa – work with masa harina; fillings – braise and apply moist heat cooking methods to proteins and vegetables; wrapping Tamales – work with corn husks to fill and wrap tamales.

MAKE YOUR OWN KOMBUCHA w/ ELLEN HARBIN-DABBS, JULY 20TH, 10:00 AM, $30 PER PERSON
2024-07-20 10:00 - 12:00
What is Kombucha? Kombucha is a lightly effervescent, fermented tea with a tart and lightly sweet taste. It has many health benefits due to the fermentation process. You can buy it in the store, but it costs a lot. You can also make it at home for a fraction of the cost. We will learn how to make the tea, ferment the tea, and flavor the final product. Everyone that attends will get a SCOBY and some starter fluid to start their own batch at home. All supplies will be provided. Just bring a pencil and journal for notes.
Ellen Harbin-Dabbs is a Tennessee native. Growing up in the Tennessee State Park system, she learned many traditional skills that have been forgotten over time. She was taught ways of the hearth by her mother and grandmother, and the ways of the wild by her father who was an outdoor instructor and park ranger. Her stories and insights will keep your entertained as she passes along the knowledge of the “old ways”.
This class is part of our new Home Spun series, designed to get us back in touch with our hand-made heritage.

MOROCCAN DATE NIGHT w/ KARLA GRIMALDI, JULY 19TH at 6 PM, $70 PER PERSON, BYOB
2024-07-19 18:00 - 20:00
Absolutely perfect for summer evenings! Grilled Vegetable & Lemon Chicken Skewers with Minted Goat Cheese Yogurt, Msemmen (Moroccan Flat Bread), and Couscous Salad.
For dessert, we will make a traditional Orange Salad with Cinnamon. BYOB

PIZZA FROM SCRATCH W/ DAVID WILEY, JULY 18TH, at 6 PM, $65.00 PER PERSON
2024-07-18 18:00 - 20:00

GENTLE YOGA & BRUNCH w/ DEBORAH BYRD, JULY 14TH, at 11 AM, $25 PER PERSON
2024-07-14 11:00 - 13:00

SAUERKRAUT & FERMENTATION CLASS FOR KIDS w/ KRYSTAL SMITH, JULY 13TH at 10 AM, $45 PAYS FOR 1 CHILD & 1 ADULT
2024-07-13 10:00 - 12:00
This fun and interactive class is designed to introduce children to the world of fermentation. In this hands-on workshop, kids will learn how to transform simple cabbage into delicious, tangy sauerkraut. They will discover the science behind fermentation, the importance of probiotics, and how easy and fun it can be to make healthy snacks. On their farm, Krystal and her husband share a symbiotic partnership: he cultivates the crops, and she handles their preservation. Her expertise spans water bath canning, pressure canning, fermentation, and freeze drying, all aimed at stocking our shelves with nutrient-dense, organically grown foods. Mastering the art of food preservation is a crucial skill for everyone! At the end of the class, each child will take home a jar of Sauerkraut.
Class Highlights:

Introduction to Fermentation: Understanding the basics and benefits of fermented foods.
Hands-On Activity: Step-by-step guidance on how to prepare and ferment sauerkraut.
Safety and Hygiene: Learning essential kitchen safety and hygiene practices.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CAKE w/ ANGELA BOWES, JULY 12TH AT 6 PM. $75 PER PERSON
2024-07-12 18:00 - 20:00
Enjoy individual attention while paying a group class fee! In this course, you will use peanut butter buttercream to ice your chocolate cake, bake three kinds of peanut butter cookies, and make peanut butter fudge! See just how easy and rewarding it is to decorate beautiful cakes and other desserts that will delight your family and friends.
This is a delicious and fun dessert that will be sure to impress all your friends and family. No decorating experience is necessary. Sign up to reserve your spot! Recipes and materials are provided.

GENTLE SUNSET YOGA w/ KERRY FERGUSON, WEDNESDAY, JULY 10TH at 7 PM, $25 PER PERSON
2024-07-10 19:00 - 21:00
Enjoy a beautiful Serenity Knoll Sunset with Kerry Ferguson. After the yoga session, we’ll enjoy a Watermelon & Feta Salad and homemade fresh peach ice cream. Vegan – Friendly.

ITALIAN DINNER PARTY w/BRAD KROEKER, JUNE 30TH at 4PM, $75 PER PERSON
2024-06-30 16:00 - 18:00
For this class, Brad will help you prepare Cheese-Stuffed Ravioli as an introduction to how Italians eat and think about dining. Your experience will include tasting antipasti (Italian appetizers) and making hands-on Ravioli, a first Course (i Primi), Wine Accompaniments (i Vini), and something sweet (dolce) to round it all off. Brad started cooking in High School, learning a love of food and its preparation from his Ukrainian Mennonite family. Over four decades, he has worked with outstanding professionals and home cooks on cookbook introductions, television shows, and large party dinners.

GENTLE YOGA & BRUNCH w/ SARAH WENNOGLE, JUNE 30TH, at 11 AM, $25 PER PERSON
2024-06-30 11:00 - 13:00

ORGANIC WINE TASTING & FARM-TO -TABLE DINNER w/ SOMMELIER VICTORIA GORDAN & CHEF SHERIDAN NICE, JUNE 29TH at 6 PM, $100 PER PERSON
2024-06-29 18:00 - 21:00
Sommelier Victoria Gordan and Chef Sheridan Nice present a wine and farm-to-table dinner featuring organic wines paired with a menu with produce from SKF and locally sourced products. Wines from California, France, Germany, and Spain will be represented! The evening will include four fabulous organic wines, each paired with a delicious food course. Please join us for our first wine and farm-to-table dinner.

FRENCH MACARONS w/ ANGELA BOWES, JUNE 28TH at 6 PM, $75 PER PERSON
2024-06-28 18:00 - 20:00
Have you always wanted to make beautiful and delicious French macarons? In this class, everyone will learn each step of the process hands-on! No experience is necessary, and it is open to all age groups. Come and learn how much fun it is to make delicious macarons that will be sure to impress your friends and family with us here at Serenity Knoll. All recipes are included in the class! Honey Lavender, Earl Gray, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Blueberry Cobbler, and Pistachio.
