November is National Diabetes Month and November 14th is World Diabetes Day. In this virtual cook-along session, presenter Kathi Masi will explore how to take “small steps to make a big difference” in helping to manage blood sugar levels. Kathi will show how to create a delicious healthy meal using the Diabetes Plate Method. Participants can cook along from home or sit back and watch the demonstration. Recipes, grocery list, and supply list will be provided after registration.

Free and open to the public. Registration is required. Register below or contact the library for assistance. The Zoom link will be emailed shortly after 5:00 PM on the day of the program.

Cranston Public Library is proud to support the work of the 2022 Rhode to Wellness Challenge. Read more about World Diabetes Day and learn about other events around the state.

Kathi Masi has been an educator for over 30 years. A recently retired teacher from South Kingstown High School, she has taught classes in Family and Consumer Sciences with a specialization in culinary arts. Since retirement, Kathi has worked as a nutrition and culinary arts educator with Farm Fresh RI, Oak Street Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield RI, and Own Your Health Collaborative. Over the past year, Kathi has been educating folks about healthy eating and cooking through virtual “cook-along” programs. She has recently become a certified facilitator for the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program.