Programs
Come savor the flavor with local barista Willie Needham as he shares the brew-tiful science behind coffee from bean to cup. This lecture grinds through the diverse coffee origins and their characteristics, the processing methods and their effect on flavor, roasting methods, the chemical reactions that occur during roasting, and the craft behind different roasting levels. Two complimentary coffee samples will be offered as well as a step-by-step guide to roasting coffee and some pro tips on brewing good coffee at home. Coffee will be available for purchase following the program.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Program Type | Desmond Activities |
| Program Subcategory | - |
| Program Code | - |
| Online Registration | Yes |
| Enrollment Begin Date | 9/1/2026 |
| Enrollment End Date | 12/24/2026 |
| Instructor(s) |
Willie Needham
|
| Gender | Any Gender |
| Enrollment Minimum | 5 |
| Maximum | 20 |
| Grade Minimum | |
| Maximum | |
| Age Minimum | 18 years |
| Maximum | - |
| Standard Fee | Residency Restriction | Membership Restrictions | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual | Resident Only |
-None-
|
$15.00 |
| Individual | NonResident Only |
-None-
|
$20.00 |
| Date | Day | Start Time | End Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/16/2026 | Monday | 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM | Desmond Center |