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Master Preservers Present: Canning Tomatoes

• Thursday, August 28, 2025, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Master Preservers Present: Canning Tomatoes

Thursday, August 28 | 6:00–8:00 PM | Stafford Methodist Church

Capture the taste of summer with this hands-on tomato canning workshop! Whether you’re a home gardener with an abundant harvest or just want to learn how to safely preserve tomatoes, this class will guide you through the entire process—from preparation to storage.

What You’ll Learn:

• Selecting and prepping tomatoes for canning
• Safe techniques using both water bath and pressure canners
• Managing acidity to preserve flavor and safety
• Best practices for storing canned tomatoes

What’s Included:

• All materials and supplies
• Step-by-step, hands-on instruction
• A take-home jar of canned tomatoes
• Recipe handout to use at home

Details:

• Date: Thursday, August 28
• Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
• Location: Stafford Methodist Church, 6134 Main St., Stafford
• Cost: $25 per person

Class size is limited. Pre-registration and payment are required. No walk-ins accepted.

Instructor: Catherine Johnston, Master Food Preserver Volunteer with Genesee County Cornell Cooperative Extension, brings decades of experience in food preservation education.

To register:

• Online: Visit Canning Tomatoes Registration 
• By phone: Call Elizabeth at 585-343-3040 ext. 101
• In person: Visit our office to register and pay by cash or check

Please note: Due to the hands-on nature of the class, refunds cannot be issued after registration.

Fee

$25 per person

Register

https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=canning_tomatoes_218

Location

Stafford Methodist Church
6134 Main Street
Stafford, New York 14143

Last updated May 28, 2025