Mentor Public Library is hosting a pair of cooking programs with local chef LaDonna Oltmanns this January at its Main Branch, 8215 Mentor Ave. First, Oltmanns will lead a free cooking demonstration at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 9. She’ll be making pudina aloo — scrumptious mint curry potatoes, according to a news release. Second, Oltmanns will demonstrate how to use an air fryer to prepare all courses of a meal at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 15. She’ll show how to use the air fryer to prepare appetizers, entrees, sides, and even dessert. The library suggests attendees come hungry and ready to sample. Both programs are free to attend, but due to limited space, registration is required. Sign up at www.mentorpl.org or by calling the library at 440-255-8811 ext. 1.