Join us for an upcoming event!

Open Chalk Workshop
May
18

Open Chalk Workshop

Spring Refresh Chalk Workshop! You may want to refresh your home, create special wedding, anniversary, graduation or birthday gifts for the loved ones in your life.

Or use your creativity to develop your own Chalk Couture business!

Come check out all the possibilities! If you can imagine it - you can create it!

View Event →
Cookie Decorating Class with Julie Reavis of the Sugar Shoppe
May
19

Cookie Decorating Class with Julie Reavis of the Sugar Shoppe

Cookie Decorating class with Julie Reavis, of the Sugar Shoppe. For $40 Julie provides home baked cookies, all frosting in prepared bags and instruction needed to learn cookie decorating skills - whether a beginner or more experienced! You go home with LOTS of tips, skills in decorating and the sweet treats you decorated!

The cookies will include a mason jar and lemon. The picture here does not necessarily represent what will be made but there is a photo coming soon! There is also a link to register - as soon as those are available, we will post it here! Sweet treats to learn to decorate — so very fun!

View Event →
Sourdough Bread Class (Copy)
May
31

Sourdough Bread Class (Copy)

Sourdough Bread Class

In class you will make a loaf of sourdough bread to take home and bake! You will also receive an established sourdough starter for your future loaves of bread!

There are a limited number of spaces in the class so registering early is encouraged. To register venmo@juliette-bischoff include your phone number to receive updates on the workshop AND INCLUDE the date of the class you wish to attend. If you do not have venmo please contact Brenda Niemeyer at Jared’s Jams to make your reservation (660-341-0358). Cost of the class is $25 (part of proceeds will be donated).

You will receive information on gut health, recipes, resources and excellent instruction in how to handle, feed and share your starter. You will also gain access to a community of like minded individuals!

Bring to class a 6 quart or larger bowl and a spoon - neither containing metal.

View Event →

Sourdough Bread Class
Apr
27

Sourdough Bread Class

Sourdough Bread Class

In class you will make a loaf of sourdough bread to take home and bake! You will also receive an established sourdough starter for your future loaves of bread!

There are a limited number of spaces in the class so registering early is encouraged. To register venmo@juliette-bischoff include your phone number to receive updates on the workshop AND INCLUDE the date of the class you wish to attend. If you do not have venmo please contact Brenda Niemeyer at Jared’s Jams to make your reservation (660-341-0358). Cost of the class is $25 (part of proceeds will be donated).

You will receive information on gut health, recipes, resources and excellent instruction in how to handle, feed and share your starter. You will also gain access to a community of like minded individuals!

Bring to class a 6 quart or larger bowl and a spoon - neither containing metal.

View Event →
CANCELLED     Cookie Decorating Class with Julie Reavis of the Sugar Shoppe
Apr
14

CANCELLED Cookie Decorating Class with Julie Reavis of the Sugar Shoppe

Cookie Decorating class with Julie Reavis, of the Sugar Shoppe. For $40 Julie provides home baked cookies, all frosting in prepared bags and instruction needed to learn the basics of cookie decorating! You go home with LOTS of tips, skills in decorating and the sweet treats you decorated!

The cookies will be "garden themed” and so very cute! The picture here does not necessarily represent what will be made but there is a photo coming soon! Here is the link to register for this class:

https://square.link/u/2bbTbrKF

View Event →
Viviano’s Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
Apr
2

Viviano’s Peanut Butter and Jelly Day

Vivian'o’s Festa Italiano Restaurant and Deli is celebrating National Peanut Butter & Jelly Day with Leap of Faith Ministry and Jared’s Jams by serving gourmet PB&J (with drink $10) while hosting a youth activity!

This will be in their Fenton Restaurant only. Jared’s Jams will be offering a sampling table of Jared’s various jams. But we hope you will come out to enjoy our first collaborative event!

Jared’s Jams will soon be producing Viviano’s Festa Jam! If in the Fenton or St Louis area - check out Viviano’s (2 locations - Fenton and Chesterfield) and the Leap of Faith Ministry, pastor and founder, Jeffrey Krumm.

View Event →
Sourdough Bread Class
Mar
24

Sourdough Bread Class

Sourdough Bread Class - REGISTRATION CLOSED AS CLASS IS FULL. More scheduled in April.

You will make in class a loaf of sourdough bread in class to take home and bake; as well as starter to make bread and to share.

There are a limited number of spaces in the class so registering early is encouraged. To register venmo@juliette-bischoff include your phone number to receive updates on the workshop AND include the date you plan to attend. If you do not have venmo please contact Brenda Niemeyer at Jared’s Jams to make your reservation (660-341-0358). Cost of the class is $25 (part of proceeds will be donated).

Bring to class a 6 quart or larger bowl and a spoon - neither containing metal.

View Event →
Mar
9

Spring Chalk Hop

Whether a new chalker or an experienced one - come chalk with us to create your spring look! Capture the joy of Spring or celebrate the Glory of Easter in your designs! Bring your friends and come have some fun while creating a new look for your home, a wedding gift or something special for a loved one or friend! We’ve got a variety of styles so your sure to find the perfect look!

Chalk Workshop fee is $15 and you select a surface (black or whiteboard, wood, metal or glass) and prices vary on these surfaces OR bring your own surface! There are so many designs to choose from that you are sure to find a look perfect for you!

View Event →
Luxe Links with Libby, Permanent Jewelry
Mar
2

Luxe Links with Libby, Permanent Jewelry

Have you been wanting a bracelet, necklace or ring in permanent jewelry? Libby can set you up! Just select your links from her supply of lovely chains and she will have solder the style you select!

No appointment necessary - just walk in to make your selection.

She will be available 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 2nd.

View Event →
Chalk Workshop
Feb
17

Chalk Workshop

Eager to create snowflakes, spring designs or something that reflects your personal values or perspective? Learn how to create signs with Chalk Couture in a workshop. For the $15 Workshop fee you are provided the silkscreen design transfer, chalk pastes to design with and instruction.

You may bring a surface of your own or select a surface at the workshop to chalk (total cost of workshop will include cost of the surface you and workshop fee combined, if not bringing your own surface) Either way is fine as we have such a variety of styles.

View Event →
Chalk Workshop
Jan
27

Chalk Workshop

Chalk Workshop for beginners or experienced chalkers. You can bring your own surface or select one of my surfaces upon arrival. Cost is $15 per person for workshop (this workshop fee covers cost of design transfers, pastes and instruction). If purchasing a surface this cost is added to your total purchase. I offer a variety of designs and styles! You can chalk on wood surfaces, blackboards, boutique whiteboards that are reusable, glass, metal, crocks, tile and more! You can even etch or burn designs!

Give me a call or text (660-341-0358) to reserve your spot today! Bring family or friends to learn to chalk with you!

View Event →
Chalking Workshop
Dec
23

Chalking Workshop

Join us for a Chalk Workshop - whether a new chalker or an experienced one, come create something you love! You may wish to chalk a design for a special loved one or to create something festive for your home this holiday.

Workshop fee is $12. Your cost will then only include cost of the surface you select to create your design. You may visit my website at chalkcouture.com/brendaniemeyer to check out a variety of options to design.

Let me know if you’d like to join us for this workshop. Give me a call at 660-341-0358 to register.

View Event →
Jared’s Jams Christmas Open House
Dec
8
to Dec 10

Jared’s Jams Christmas Open House

Jared’s Jams is offering a Christmas Open House on Friday, Dec. 8 through Sunday, Dec 10.

Hours open are Friday, Dec 8th 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, Dec 9th hours from 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, Dec 10 hours from 12:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

View Event →
Knox County Christmas Extravagana
Nov
25

Knox County Christmas Extravagana

Knox County Chamber of Commerce hosts the Knox County Christmas Extravaganza with vendors filling the Knox County Community Center from 1:00-5:00.

Santa will arrive at the Knox County Courthouse after the Magic Tree Lighting - those festivities begin at 6:00 with the Knox County High School Choir. Come join the festivities, shop local businesses, go on a hayride, savor a free hot chocolate from our shop and kick off the holiday joy with those of our community.

View Event →
Quincy Craft & Christmas Market
Nov
10
to Nov 12

Quincy Craft & Christmas Market

Jared’s Jams and Brenda’s Front Porch, Chalk Couture will join the many vendors at the Quincy Craft and Christmas Market. The Oakley-Lindsey Civic Center will be full of vendors with such a variety of holiday gifts.

I’m sure you’ll find the perfect gift for those on your Christmas list!

Drop by and check out the variety of hand made products, unique finds and lovingly made one of a kind items!

Oakley Lindsey Center 300 Civic Center Plaza, Quincy, IL

View Event →
Jared’s Jams 2nd Annual Customer Appreciation Day
Nov
4

Jared’s Jams 2nd Annual Customer Appreciation Day

We will be celebrating two years in business (at our brick & mortar location) in early November and we want to thank our many customers for a remarkable year! We’ve met so many amazing individuals & experienced wonderful adventures this past year

Stop by to sign up for our jam basket drawing and see what goodies we have in store!

Stop by after 10:00 a.m. we will serve cake to our customers. Please be sure to join us in celebrating our 2nd year of business!

View Event →
Jared's Jams Fall Open House
Oct
19
to Oct 21

Jared's Jams Fall Open House

Jared’s Jams will be offering a Fall Open House for our customers on Thursday, Friday and Saturday — October 19 through October 21.

We will offer a jam gift basket give away, discounts and beautiful ideas for Fall decorating, gifts and more!

Be sure to visit during our Fall Open House to see all the delightful things we have in store for you!

View Event →
The Vintage Market
Oct
13
to Oct 15

The Vintage Market

Brenda’s Front Porch, Chalk Couture will be part of The Vintage Market of St Louis! Held at the The National Equestrian Center at Lake St Louis, October 13-15th.

View Event →
Hermann Harvest Festival
Sep
30

Hermann Harvest Festival

Jared’s Jams will be set up at the Hermann Harvest Festival on Saturday, Sept. 30th. Jared’s jam products, bagged specialty coffee blends, homemade vanilla extract and fruit syrups.

We are looking forward to serve you at the Hermann Harvest Festival!

If you live in the Hermann area and want to place an order for you to pick up while at the Festival - give us a call at 660-341-0358.

View Event →
Cookie Decorating Class - Monster Mash
Sep
23

Cookie Decorating Class - Monster Mash

Sugar cookies for you to learn to decorate AND all the frosting colors you will use on these designs are provided by Julie Reavis, instructor and owner of Sugar Shoppe. Class cost is $40. Contact Brenda to sign up for the class by messaging Jared’s Jams Facebook page or call 660-341-0358.

This class provides 4 cookies ready to decorate and the frosting bags to be adorable! There is a circle to create a spider web design, a square cookie for Frankenstein face, gingerbread man to make into a mummy and a sweet pumpkin shape to decorate.

View Event →
Knox County Cornfest
Sep
8
to Sep 10

Knox County Cornfest

Knox County Cornfest is an annual tradition in our rural community. Join us for a parade, vendors, music and so many activities!

It’s a great festival to slow the pace, savor the activities and spend time with family or friends.

We invite you to join us! Stop by Jared’s Jams for our delicious jams products, a hot or iced coffee and all the gorgeous home decor that our local

View Event →
Summer Fun Chalk Workshop
Jul
23

Summer Fun Chalk Workshop

Whether a new chalker or an experienced one - come chalk with us to create your summer look! Catch the breeze, a wave or the simple fun of summer in your designs! Bring your friends and come have some fun while creating a new look for your home, a wedding gift or something special for a loved one or friend! We’ve got a variety of styles so your sure to find the perfect look!

View Event →
Chalk Workshop
Jun
11

Chalk Workshop

Amy’s Chalk Workshop - Summer Designs!

Join us to learn how to chalk your favorite designs - this workshop is for the brand new chalker or an experienced creator! Amy will walk you through selecting your design, selecting the surface you’ll love and step by step instructions to create a design for your home or to give as a gift!

Cost is determined by the surface your select to design on + a $10 workshop fee.

To reserve you spot in this class call Brenda at 660-341-0358.

View Event →
Cookie Decorating Class
Jun
7

Cookie Decorating Class

Let’s have some fun and learn to decorate cookies that offer a nod to Dad for Father’s Day! In this workshop you’ll learn to make “burgers with the works” cookies as a tribute to Dad and his amazing grillin’ skills!

Julie Reavis, of the Sugar Shoppe, provides instruction, fresh cookies to decorate, the bags of frosting you’ll need and excellent tips for baking and decorating!

The cost of this class will be $45 as you will actually decorate 9 cookies; however, this remains a basic skills level class. Give us a call at 660-341-0358 to register for this class.

View Event →
School's Out for the Summer Chalk Workshop!
May
21

School's Out for the Summer Chalk Workshop!

School’s Out for the Summer Chalk Workshop! Let’s have some fun!

What a better way to celebrate summer than by creating something gorgeous for your home or to give as a gift to one of your favorite people as a thank you gift for hosting a relaxing evening!

Bring your friends! Select your surface and design to chalk when you arrive. You will be able to chalk on wood, blackboards, rounds, cutting boards, trays, and more — simply pick what you wish. After selecting the design you wish to create, Brenda provides instruction and you begin!

Cost is the cost of the surface you select and a $10 workshop fee.

Check out all chalking possibilities on my website: chalkcouture.com/brendaniemeyer.

Please follow my Facebook page at: Brenda’s Front Porch, Chalk Couture to join us for lives in which I demonstrate new chalking techniques, new transfers and more. Call or message me to reserve your space in our workshops or if you have questions. 660-341-0358

View Event →
Cookie Decorating Class “Lovin’ Summer”
May
20

Cookie Decorating Class “Lovin’ Summer”

Join us for a cookie decorating class! Julie, owner of the Sugar Shoppe, is the instructor. Julie provides the baked cookies, frostings and step by step instruction to assist you in learning how to decorate these adorable summer themed cookies! You will learn to create watermelon slices, gorgeous suns, beach balls and flipflops! Julie is a wealth of excellent tips and ideas to successfully make beautiful cookies. Cost for each individual is $35.

View Event →
Chalking FUN!
May
13

Chalking FUN!

Are you a maker? Someone who has a creative energy and would love to make décor for your home or to give as gifts for the special people in your life? Do you think creating with chalk couture will be a fun new experience?

Come join us for a great experience in learning to chalk. You select the surface to design on (or bring your own) AND select the design you wish to create. So your cost is simply the price of the surface and a $10 chalking fee per person (for using my transfers, chalk pastes) AND you’ll leave with a new skill set for creating!

Check out the amazing design options by visiting my website at chalkcouture.com/brendaniemeyer

Message or call me to reserve your space in this upcoming workshop. You can reach me at 660-341-0358.

View Event →
Creating Together with Chalk Couture!
Apr
23

Creating Together with Chalk Couture!

Are you a maker? Someone who has a creative energy and would love to make decor for your home or to give as gifts for the special people in your life? Do you think creating with chalk couture will be a fun new experience?

Come join us for a great experience in learning to chalk. You select the surface to design on AND the design you wish to create. So your cost is simply the price of the surface and a $10 chalking fee per person (for using my transfers, chalk pastes) AND you’ll leave with a new skill set for creating!

Check out the amazing design options by visiting my website at chalkcouture.com/brendaniemeyer

Message or call me to reserve your space in this upcoming workshop. You can reach me at 660-341-0358.

View Event →
Linked and Loaded Jewelry
Apr
15

Linked and Loaded Jewelry

Linked & Loaded is a link jewelry offered by Abigail Wagner. This “permanent” jewelry is selected by you and linked by Abby for gorgeous bracelets, necklaces, ankle bracelets or rings that you can live in. The links come in a variety of styles and finishes to make this jewelry exactly what you love! Abby will be in our shop from 10:00-1:00.

View Event →
Chalk Workshop - Hop into Chalk Couture for your home decor!
Apr
2

Chalk Workshop - Hop into Chalk Couture for your home decor!

Creative Chalking! Tap into your creativity and learn to chalk with Chalk Couture’s DIY designs for home decor and more! Come chalk with us to learn how to use chalk paste to create the designs you love for your home or gift giving needs. Bring a friend to learn together as first time chalkers. Or if you have chalked before and want to bring your own surface to chalk - that’s fine also!

Each chalker pays for the surface they select to chalk on and a $10 workshop fee (covers cost of your transfer, paste, ribbon, etc). Therefore, each chalker determines the cost of their surface based on what they select to chalk. You take home the project you make and the know how to create all you wish!

View Event →
Learn how to use your Air Fryer to prepare garden produce or fresh vegetables from your farmers market to create delicious home cooked meals!
Mar
30

Learn how to use your Air Fryer to prepare garden produce or fresh vegetables from your farmers market to create delicious home cooked meals!

Come join us for an air fryer session! This may be your first class or you may have met with us before... Either way - everyone is welcome.

For this session everyone is to bring a vegetable or vegetables that you’d like to learn how to cook! We will air fry together and sample together so you have delicious new ideas for your family meals! Bring your air fryer to learn what all the buttons can do and you’ll gain confidence when cooking together!

Please call Brenda at 660-341-0358 to reserve a spot in our class as we will need to limit it to about 20.

View Event →