The Baldwin Public Library recently welcomed community members for a hands-on adult baking class that blended creativity, technique and a touch of springtime fun.
Led by Kristyn and Patty Weiser, owners of Fanny Cakes, a Nesconset based bakery that specializes in custom cakes and deserts, the library workshop focused on decorating seasonal “Bird in a Nest” sugar cookies. Participants of all skill levels gathered around tables filled with icing, tools and freshly baked cookies, eager to learn new techniques and put their own artistic spin on the designs.
Weiser guided attendees step by step, demonstrating how to properly handle icing, build texture and add fine details without smudging delicate designs during the workshop on March 19. The class offered a relaxed and supportive environment, allowing participants to practice at their own pace while picking up tips from both the instructors and one another.
For many, the class was as much about connection as it was about baking. Friends spent the evening catching up while decorating, continuing or creating a tradition of getting together to create seasonal treats while taking part in community events at the newly renovated library. Participants shared laughs and ideas as their cookies came to life in a variety of colors and styles.
The event drew a mix of familiar faces and newcomers to the library’s Makerspace room, which was opened to the public on March 2.
By the end of the session, each participant left with a box of uniquely decorated cookies and a new set of skills to take home. More importantly, the class fostered a sense of community, highlighting the library’s role as a welcoming space for learning, creativity and shared experiences.
