Want to know what’s happening at the library?

We’re excited to offer you access to LibraryChef—your go-to platform for adults to build kitchen skills, explore nutrition, and enjoy wellness programs, and for kids and teens to have fun with cooking classes! With your library card, you can dive into live cooking classes, exciting recipes, and more. Welcome to Library Chef!


Here’s What’s Cooking this month:

Five live sessions are on the schedule this month (September 2026). Three for adults and two for kids and teens, covering cooking skills and family nutrition. Every session is free with your library card, led live by a professional instructor, and the materials are already waiting in your account.

Chef’s Overview.

Here is a sampler of what is being offered on Library Chef.

For Adults:

  • Live Cooking Classes: Learn essential skills with interactive monthly classes.
  • Nutrition Sessions: Join live talks with professional nutritionists.
  • Wellness Sessions: Explore wellness topics to support a healthy lifestyle.
  • Guest Chefs: Experience cooking with chefs from around the world.
  • On-Demand Access: Missed a class? Replays are always available for you to watch anytime.

For Kids & Teens:

  • 2 Live Cooking Classes per Month: 1 for kids (ages 5-9) and 1 for teens (ages 10+), featuring hands-on cooking fun and exciting kitchen challenges.
  • On-Demand Access: Replays are available, so kids and teens can catch up and cook at their own pace!
  • Works on All Devices.

To Get Started:
Click this link: http://my.librarychef.com/belleville. Use your library card to sign up—No Zoom needed; all classes take place within the platform. Recipes are also included!

Check out our Calendar of Events for live programs at the library.

Our subscription begins September 1, 2026 but you can sign-up now.

Once again, Welcome to Library Chef!