Not only is there something inherently nostalgic about stirring a bubbling pot of sauce with a wooden spoon, science shows that using this utensil can make a real difference. For instance ...

Learn how to make a wooden spoon 'Little Cook' with Gyasi and Evie. Paint half the spoon handle yellow to represent an apron. Leave to dry. Grown-ups, cut 2 small pieces of pipe cleaner.

PINE RIVER — Balsam Moon Preserve is offering Wooden Spoon Carving 101 from 1-5 p.m. March 15. Instructor Mike Austad of rural Pine River has been carving spoons for about 10 years, along with a ...