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Collage Your Dreams: Create A Vision Board

with Susan Stacey

Next session: January 7th, 2026

$30 More Info

Get clear on your goals for 2026 and bring them to life through creativity and intention. In this hands-on workshop, you'll reflect, visualize, and build a personalized vision board collage. Whether you're focusing on career, relationships, health, personal growth, or all the above, this class will guide you through a creative and empowering process to visualize your ideal life. All materials are provided but feel free to bring any special images or photos you’d like to include. *Registration Deadline is 12/31.

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Spanish for Beginners: Conversational Skills & Everyday Life

with Courtney Hutchings

Next session: January 7th to February 11th, 2026

$125 More Info

Join us for this engaging 6-week introduction to Spanish, designed to build confidence and spark conversation. In weekly two-hour sessions, you'll explore topics such as introducing yourself, expressing likes and dislikes, ordering food in restaurants, and navigating places around town. With a focus on speaking and listening, each class blends vocabulary building, practical phrases, and cultural insights to bring the language to life. Whether you’re planning a trip, connecting with Spanish-speaking communities, or simply curious to learn, this course offers the perfect springboard. No prior experience needed!

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Cuban Salsa: Level 1

with Anna Golendukhina

Next session: January 7th to February 11th, 2026

$75 More Info

In this class, students will learn the basics of the Salsa footwork and some simple, fun moves that will get you out on the dance floor. You will learn how to connect with any partner, and build confidence dancing to different styles and tempos and music. Students will be introduced to the famous Salsa Rueda. Partner is recommended. This is a 5 session class. *No Class: 1/28.

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Needle Knitting: A Winter Sweater Knit-Along

with Elizabeth Sokoloff

Next session: January 8th to March 19th, 2026

$150 More Info

Are you a newish (or out of practice) knitter and ready to tackle your first sweater? Using my fool-proof classic pullover sweater pattern, you will learn basic sweater construction skills such as tweaking a pattern to achieve your perfect fit, knitting from the top-down, creating raglan sleeves, and final finishing techniques. Learn in a communal, stress-free and satisfying way! Some very basic knitting experience is required. Bring a sweater that fits you well to the first class. Students will purchase their own yarn and needles, so cost will vary. *No Class: 2/19.

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Tai Chi with Robin for Continuing Students

with Robin Brooks

Next session: January 8th to March 19th, 2026

$155 More Info

Join Robin to continue with tai chi on Thursday afternoons. In this ten-week session, we will continue to refine and play with our vital energy, or Qi. *Enrollment in this class is suggested for students who have prior experience. Please contact Robin with any questions. *No Class: 11/27.

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Writing Your Own Obituary: Reflecting on the Life You Want to Live

with Craig Siulinski

Next session: January 8th to 22nd, 2026

$125 More Info

Have you ever wondered how you'd like to be remembered? This workshop offers a unique and transformative opportunity to reflect on your legacy by crafting your own obituary. Far from morbid, this session is an empowering exploration of life, values, and aspirations. Through guided exercises and thoughtful prompts, you’ll delve into your accomplishments, passions, and the mark you wish to leave on the world. By the end of the workshop, you'll walk away with a powerful piece of writing that not only captures who you are but also serves as a roadmap for the life you want to lead. Whether you’re looking for personal clarity, a creative challenge, or a fresh perspective on what truly matters, this workshop invites you to embrace the big picture with honesty, humor, and heart. No prior writing experience is necessary—just bring an open mind and a willingness to reflect.

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Glass on Glass Mosaic

with Herenya Wilkey

Next session: January 8th to 22nd, 2026

$65 More Info

An intro to the bright and shiny world of glass on glass mosaics. Bring a nature photo for inspiration or go with the flow for an abstract adventure. Mosaic substrate is an unfinished wooden picture frame with a clear glass back. The first two classes are for breaking, arranging and gluing glass. The third class we will grout and finish. Tools will be provided for in class use. No experience required! All Materials provided. A material fee of $35 must be paid to the instructor on the first night of class.

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Fit to Salsa

with Tony Garreton

Next session: January 8th to February 12th, 2026

$70 More Info

In this unique dance fitness class, led by Tony Dancer, you will experience more high impact teaching using salsa music. This is a full body cardio workout modified from salsa steps into fitness. This program is appropriate for people of all ages, genders, and body types. You can move at your own pace and have a great time. So why not join the fun with "Fit to Salsa" and experience the joy and freedom of dance? If you hate to workout but love to dance, this is for you! Course fee is for 6 sessions with Tony.

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Intro to Digital Photography

with Dave Cleaveland

Next session: January 8th to February 12th, 2026

$125 More Info

Come join us and learn the basics of photography. This course will teach you how to take the photograph that you want to by studying the exposure triangle and how it works. We will be focusing on DSLR and Mirrorless camera functionality and settings, proper lighting, and correct tripod usage. There will be classroom instruction as well as a field trip. Classroom instruction will include proper settings, photo composition, and editing using Adobe Lightroom. Our final class will either be a field trip (depending on weather) or some fun, in class, photography. If you already have a DSLR or Mirrorless camera, bring it to class! A camera is not required to take this class, but it sure makes it easier!

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Introduction to Ultimate Beginner Watercolor

with Catherine Scanlon

Next session: January 9th, 2026

$25 More Info

Get started with the basics of watercolor painting. In this workshop we will start with an intro to paper, paint, palettes, and brushes. Then we'll jump right in and get painting; you’ll mix paint to complete a color mixing chart and start to learn the basics of color theory. Time permitting you'll paint a custom illustration created by Catherine and printed on watercolor paper. You'll leave this fun class with enough experience to continue your watercolor journey. *There is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor on the day of the workshop.