There is this really wonderful organization in New Haven, Connecticut CASA, which supports a statewide network of volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) to advance the best interests of children who have experienced abuse or neglect—“so every child can find a safe, permanent home to thrive.” The fabulous Chef Claire Criscuolo of Claire's Corner Copia fame is helping them out by showing us how to prepare squash blossoms at an upcoming fundraiser for Connecticut CASA on Thursday, July 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Dixwell Community "Q" House, 197 Dixwell Avenue at the corner of Foote Street, New Haven, in the teaching kitchen and room 114. On the menu: Squash Blossoms Three Ways: Squash Blossom Pancakes with Lemon Crème Fraiche, Squash Blossom Quesadillas, with Avocado Salsa, and Pasta with Squash Blossoms in Fresh Summer Tomato Sauce. Find out more or just make a donation here: www.connecticutcasa.org/cook-for-casa-registration-2023/page.html.