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Spice of the Month

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How do Spice of the Month kits work?

Get cooking with the Library! We’ll explore new spices, new cuisines, and new cultures. Every month, pick up a kit that includes:

  • A sample of a featured spice
  • Background about the spice’s origins
  • Recipes from our cookbook collection

New kits will be released the first Monday of the month. First come, first served! No reservations required.

Once you’ve tried out a new recipe using the spice, you can share it with the whole community using the hashtag #CrotonSpiceClub. Or email it to gglazer@wlsmail.org and we might share it on our social media!

In 2024, so far, we've explored...

Previous years

  • January - star anise
  • February - cinnamon (ground vs. sticks)
  • March - berbere
  • April - fennel seeds
  • May - crystallized ginger
  • June - lavender
  • July - Tajín
  • August - cumin
  • September - black vs. white peppercorns
  • October - mustard seeds
  • November - wasabi powder
  • December - allspice
  • January - bay leaves
  • February - lemongrass 
  • March - Aleppo/Halaby/Maras pepper
  • April - cardamom pods
  • May - sweet paprika vs. smoked paprika
  • June - coriander seeds
  • July - saffron
  • August - za'atar
  • September - garam masala
  • October - oregano
  • November - turmeric
  • December - whole nutmeg

Next Pickup

Spice of the Month Kit Pickup

06/03/2024 @ 1:00pm - 06/05/2024 @ 5:30pm

Spice of the Month Kit Pickup

07/01/2024 @ 1:00pm - 07/03/2024 @ 5:30pm

Spice of the Month Kit Pickup

08/05/2024 @ 1:00pm - 08/07/2024 @ 5:30pm

Spice of the Month Kit Pickup

09/02/2024 @ 1:00pm - 09/04/2024 @ 5:30pm