Author and fermenting expert Kirsten Shockey will visit the Clallam Bay and Forks branch libraries of the North Olympic Library System (NOLS) on Monday, Sept. 12, to share tips and recipes for fermenting a variety of vegetables. The first “Food for Thought” workshop will take place at 1 p.m. at the Clallam Bay Library, followed by another at 6 p.m. at Forks Library. All workshops are free and open to the public.

Shockey is co-author of “Fermented Vegetables: Creative Recipes for Fermenting 64 Vegetables & Herbs in Krauts, Kimchis, Brined Pickles, Chutneys, Relishes & Pastes.” Shockey and her husband have created more than 40 varieties of cultured vegetables and krauts, and teach classes at their home in Applegate, Ore. Fermented foods are a healthy and delicious addition to any diet and are easy enough for complete beginners.