Discover the art of natural soda-making at the Cooper Street Community Garden in Brooklyn! This engaging hands-on workshop will teach you to craft your own fizzy sodas using a ginger-based starter culture—a traditional fermentation technique rooted in Caribbean foodways. Attendees will learn about the basics of fermentation, explore plant-based ingredients, and connect with local community and food traditions. All supplies are provided, and the event is free and open to the public. Hosted by Kelly Laurent, a culinary and food justice educator passionate about accessible cooking and cultural food practices. The workshop is limited to 15 participants, so be sure to register in advance.