Hearts and Hearths
Mon, Feb 10
|Winchester
A Cozy FredCo Homesteaders Valentine’s Class feat. Homemade Marshmallows & Raw Milk Hot Cocoa Taught by Kristin Tesdall of Five Roots Farm


Event Details
Feb 10, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Winchester, 4305 Middle Rd, Winchester, VA 22602, USA
About the event
💖 SAVE THE DATE! 💖
Hearts & Hearths: A Cozy Valentine’s Meeting
🗓 February 10th
🕡 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 West Oaks Farm Market
Warm up your heart and soul this Valentine’s Day with a cozy, hands-on evening at West Oaks Farm Market during our February Homesteader's Meeting! 🌿✨
We'll be joined by Kristin Tesdall of Five Roots Farm for our Gut Healing Homemade Marshmallows & Raw Milk Hot Cocoa class where you'll learn all about the benefits of these nutrient-dense foods. 🥰 Kristin will demonstrate how to make these delicious, gut-loving treats while explaining the health benefits behind each one.
What to Expect:
🍫 Hands-on Learning: Learn to make gut-healing marshmallows and rich raw milk cocoa
☕ Sip on hot cocoa drinks while you participate—it's the perfect way to warm up with friends!
🎁 Take-home kits available for purchase—great for sharing with someone sweet just in time for Valentine’s Day 💝
🌱 Homesteader's Seed Swap: Bring seeds to swap with other local homesteaders—let’s grow together!
👯♀️ Bring a Friend: The more, the merrier!
We can't wait to see you there for an evening of warmth, learning, and community spirit. Stay tuned for more details!
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