Father Dominic Garramone, OSB

Father Dominic Garramone, OSB, of St. Bede Abbey will bring recipes from his new book to “In the Scone Zone,” a presentation set for Saturday, Sept. 17, at the East Bluff Community Center, 512 E. Kansas St., in Peoria. It will begin at 2 p.m.

He will review the history of scones from medieval times to the present, and demonstrate basic techniques for making classic scones, Norfolk scones (with a layer of fruit filling), and savory tomato basil scones. In addition, there will be door prizes.

“Breakfast Breads and Sweet Treats,” his new book, as well as products from St. Bede Abbey will be available for sale after the program.

Father Dominic is the head of the religion department at St. Bede Academy and serves as the drama director there. He was the host of “Breaking Bread with Father Dominic” on PBS from 1999 to 2001, and is the author of 11 cookbooks.

The cost to attend “In the Scone Zone” is $10 per person and may be paid at the door. For reservations, call Sue at (309) 688-9883.