

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Spice of the Month Take & Make: Grains of Paradise
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: April Spice of the Month: Grains of Paradise 
Explore the warm, peppery flavor of grains of paradise—an aromatic spice native to West Africa that adds depth without the bite of black pepper. With subtle citrus and ginger notes, it’s perfect for both savory and baked dishes. This month’s kit features two bold recipes and reading picks that highlight heritage, resilience, and the power of flavor.

About the Program
The Spice of the Month is a year-long journey through global flavors, where each month features a different spice, blend, or herb. Library patrons can sign up to receive a free “take-and-make” kit, including:

A small packet of the featured spice (enough for two recipes).
Simple recipe cards to inspire your cooking.
A brief history and cultural context of the spice.
Recommended books for further exploration.
Registration is preferred. Kits will be available while supplies last, registration secures a kit for you for pick up at LINC Library. 

Recipes
Grains of Paradise–Rubbed Pork Chops

Spiced Cornbread with Grains of Paradise

Reads
Pair your culinary adventure with books like:

The Cooking Gene by Michael W. Twitty
(A deeply personal and historical exploration of African American culinary roots)

Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson (family, identity, and legacy—all through the lens of food)

Roots by Alex Haley (epic family saga grounded in West African heritage)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/greeley/spice-of-the-month-take-and-make-grains-of-paradise/200029796167905
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://highplains.libcal.com/calendar/hpld/SMCGrainsofParadise?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=greeley-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Greeley
- **state**: CO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: LINC Library Innovation Center
- **lat**: 40.420910012807
- **long**: -104.69515876023
- **full address**: LINC Library Innovation Center, 501 8th Ave,Greeley, Colorado, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: High Plains Library District (https://allevents.in/org/high-plains-library-district/11190487)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** LINC Library Innovation Center, 501 8th Ave,Greeley, Colorado, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** High Plains Library District
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** trips-adventures
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Spice of the Month Take & Make: Grains of Paradise ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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