The humble potpie was once the height of culinary style. During the Elizabethan era, chefs crafted these savory pastries for the royal households of France and England. But hand-held pies were popular among street vendors who could sell them as portable meals.

Sunday, March 3, 2013 • 2:00 p.m.
La Pine Public Library

Wednesday, March 6, 2013 • 6:00 p.m.
East Bend Public Library

Deschutes Public Library invites the community to learn to make their own version of the savory hand-held pie as part of its “Know Shakespeare” month of programs. Ahja King—who has mastered all things domestic from raising pigs, sheep and chickens to canning 450 pounds of pears—will lead two classes on “Elizabethan Fast Food.” In these programs, King will show participants how to create a Cornish pasty, which includes vegetables, lean beef and pork all tucked into a pastry crust.

This class and demonstration is free and open to the public, but class size is limited to 20 people. Register by calling 541-312-1034 or by visiting the links above.

King’s class is part of a month-long celebration of all things Shakespeare at Deschutes Public Library. The Bard of Avon and the time in which he lived takes center stage throughout March. A complete listing of events can be found at www.deschuteslibrary.org/events/know_shakespeare.aspx.

For more information about this or other library programs, please visit the library website at www.deschuteslibrary.org. People with disabilities needing accommodations (alternative formats, seating or auxiliary aides) should contact Tina at 541-312-1034.