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Introduction to Watercolor PaintingFine Arts & CraftsUnlock the magic of the vibrant, expressive medium of watercolor. Explore techniques like wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and glazing through hands-on practice and guided instruction. Learn how to mix colors, understand color theory, and choose the right tools. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or brushing up on your skills, you’ll gain the skill and confidence to create stunning watercolor paintings. All levels are welcome, especially beginners. The class materials list can be found here.Spring 2026 -
Introduction to the Alexander TechniqueFitness & DanceDiscover how to move with greater ease and reduce chronic pain, muscle tension, and stress by learning the Alexander Technique. This method helps you identify and undo unhelpful habits your body has developed over time—think of it as rebooting your natural coordination system. You’ll explore the five core principles, gain simple yet insightful anatomy basics, and practice everyday movements like sitting, walking, and breathing to improve whole-body awareness and function in daily life. Please note that the first class is 90 minutes and will run until 12:15.Spring 2026 -
Introduction to the Pottery Wheel: Make a MugFine Arts & CraftsHave fun learning about ceramics by working through the process of making stoneware mugs on the pottery wheel. Receive instruction on how to use the wheel to make the mug bodies, create and attach handles, and apply decorative, food-safe glazes. You will have plenty of time to practice your skills and create a few unique mugs or a matching set. This beginner-focused class includes all materials, tools, and firing.Spring 2026 -
ItalianLanguagesBuongiorno! Are you ready to learn Italian in a fun and interesting way? Through conversation about everyday life, we will learn vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar as we explore Italian culture and la dolce vita. Gain a solid knowledge of the language of music and love. Level 1: Get introduced to basic grammar topics including pronunciation, personal pronouns, indefinite and definite articles, singular and plural forms of nouns and adjectives, gender, and number agreement. Learn to describe everyday activities using the present tense of regular and irregular verbs. Level 2: Work on improving spoken Italian, mastering reflexive verbs, past tense of regular and irregular verbs, and possessive adjectives. Level 3: Further hone oral comprehension and expression of topics including travel, health, and time. We will also focus on imperfect tense, distinctive pronouns, simple future tense, and double object pronouns. Level 4: Focus on complex reading selections, opportunities for vocabulary development, and creative use of the language. Develop more grammar skills using indefinite adjectives and pronouns, imperative form, conditional tenses, and relative pronouns.Spring 2026 -
Italian Cooking from PugliaFood & DrinkPuglia, in the heel of Southern Italy, is known for some of the most flavorful dishes you’ll ever taste. Learn to make Peporoni al Forno (stuffed peppers with anchovies and breadcrumbs), the region’s famous orecchiette pasta with meatballs, braised broccoli rabe with cannellini beans, and a specialty dessert, Sporcamusi (puff pastry filled with pastry cream). Enjoy an evening preparing Puglian recipes that are simple enough for weeknights but impressive enough to serve to guests.Spring 2026 -
Ithreach: A Land for Experienced D&D AdventurersGames & Fantasy (K-12)Continue your Dungeons & Dragons adventures. Old friends and new enemies await as we journey together into the unknown, ready to take action at every turn. As we explore this untamed world, Roll Models D&D players are welcome to continue with their existing characters, while players new to the Land of Ithreach will make a character at a level appropriate for the adventure. No game 5/28Spring 2026 -
It’s Magic!Dance, Music & Theater (K-12)Turn on your theatrical charm, wave your wand, and make some magic happen. Learn sleight-of-hand skills and performance panache as you work on new tricks each week. We will construct and customize props, explain the illusions, and learn about timing. Take home your magic tricks to keep practicing.Spring 2026 -
It’s a Racquet!Get Moving!Grab a racquet or paddle and get into the swing of things. Try a variety of racquet sports including badminton, ping pong, pickleball, and more, whether you’re just starting out or already have some experience. Learn the rules, practice skills like serving, volleying, and forehand and backhand shots, and try out spins and smashes if you’re ready for a challenge.SummerFun! 2026 -
WaitlistJOYful BikingOut & AboutLooking for a change of cycling scenery from the Minuteman Bikeway? Join us as we explore new routes within a 30-minute drive of Arlington. Riders should be comfortable maintaining an average pace of 10-12 mph and covering 16-20 miles. These rides are moderate in intensity and will take you along roads, paved rail trails, and well-packed woodland paths. A hybrid bike is recommended. Due to the popularity of this class, please register for one session only. All Riders must wear helmets and have recently tuned road or hybrid bikes with fully inflated tires. Electric assist bikes that you must pedal are also welcome.Spring 2026 -
Jazz, Tap & Hip Hop ComboIn the SpotlightExplore three styles of dance: jazz, tap, and hip hop. We’ll learn the key steps of each style and then put them together into short combos. Play dancing games and choreograph your own combo to teach to your friends. Discover the unique rhythms and energy of each style while expressing your creativity and having tons of fun. Please note: Wear sneakers for hip hop, socks or jazz shoes for jazz, and tap shoes if you have them.SummerFun! 2026 -
Jazzy JewelryArts & CraftsJoin this creative and hands-on class to design your own jewelry and a one-of-a-kind box to store your dazzling work. From paper to buttons, embroidery floss to clay, pompoms to felt, learn to turn simple materials into completely original jewelry to give as gifts or keep for yourself.SummerFun! 2026 -
Jewelry MakersArts & Crafts (K-12)Unleash your creativity by making bracelets, necklaces, or other wearable items using both typical and unusual materials. To show you what jewelry can be, we’ll turn to history to see what people from different ages and places like to wear. Whether you decide that your look is bright and bold or simple and straightforward, you’ll assemble a collection of fantastic fashion items.Spring 2026 -
Jewelry Making: Sterling Silver Band RingFine Arts & CraftsCreate a one-of-a-kind handcrafted sterling silver ring while learning essential skills that form the foundation of jewelry making. Guided step-by-step, you’ll transform a flat piece of metal into a beautifully textured band using techniques like texturing, filing, forming, soldering, sanding, and polishing. Mastering the perfect circular form may sound simple, but it’s a fundamental and surprisingly satisfying milestone in the art of metalsmithing. Fun Fact! Laurie teaches a class for teensSpring 2026 -
Jewelry Making: Sterling Silver BanglesFine Arts & CraftsLearn to make a set of textured bangle bracelets, one in sterling silver, one in bronze, and three in copper. Develop fabrication skills, including measuring, texturing, filing, forming, soldering, and tumbler finishing. All materials will be provided, including sterling silver, bronze, copper, solder, and sandpaper.Spring 2026 -
Join the Circus!In the SpotlightLearn amazing tricks that will wow your friends and family. A real circus performer will teach you skills including hula hooping, spinning plates, balancing objects, twirling flags, and juggling. We will take our circus to new heights as we learn to walk on stilts. Together we will make a backdrop and end the week with a circus spectacular.SummerFun! 2026 -
Join the Circus!VacationFunLearn amazing tricks that will wow your friends and family. Real circus performers will teach you skills including hula hooping, spinning plates, balancing objects, twirling flags, and juggling. We will take our circus to new heights as we walk on stilts, perform in groups, and weave our acts into one big circus spectacular.VacationFun! April 2026 -
Joyful Morning YogaFitness & DanceStart your day with a grounded, energizing yoga practice designed to connect mind, body, and spirit. Cultivate calm, focus, strength, and flexibility through accessible poses and thoughtful breathwork. You’ll receive individualized guidance to deepen body awareness and attain proper alignment. Open to all levels. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat, a strap or belt, two blankets, a pillow, and yoga blocks (if you have them) to your class.Spring 2026 -
JugglingGames & TravelFight the force of gravity while learning a new skill that will surely impress your family and friends. Basic juggling is easy to learn, and it’s also good for your brain. Sharpen your concentration, increase your coordination, and reduce your stress as you learn how to juggle a three-ball pattern, along with some other beginner tricks. Children ages 10+ may register if accompanied by a registered adult.Spring 2026 -
WaitlistJunior EngineersSTEAMExperiment, play, and watch your ideas come to life while discovering how engineers think and build. Build towers that can withstand winds, boats that really float, and bridges strong enough for your favorite toys. Try, test, and see what works as you create your own amazing structures.SummerFun! 2026 -
Junior WoodworkersArts & Crafts (K-12)Turn wood into something special by building a step stool, wall clock, and tic-tac-toe board. You’ll plan, assemble, and personalize your creations while learning to safely use tools like screwdrivers, mallets, and hammers. Then sand and paint each project to make it special.Spring 2026 -
Junk JournalingArts & CraftsJunk journaling is the art of creating a one-of-a-kind, handmade book using recycled and found materials. The term “junk” refers to everyday items—like postcards, old newspapers, fabric scraps, and stamps—that would normally be thrown away. You will craft collage-style journal entries inspired by a new prompt each session, using a mix of provided materials and any “junk” you bring from home. Capture your memories, ideas, and moments while creating a unique, meaningful, and sustainable keepsake.SummerFun! 2026 -
WaitlistKPop Demon Hunters: Musical MissionIn the SpotlightJump into a high-energy Kpop adventure. Create your own Demon Hunter character, craft magical gear inspired by the movie, and learn fun Kpop dance moves as you work together to defend the Honmoon Barrier from shadow demons. We’ll blend dance, story, and hands-on crafting to build toward a final “battle” performance that shows off your moves, imagination, and superstar spirit while restoring the music that powers the Honmoon. It’s our moment—we’re gonna be, gonna be golden!SummerFun! 2026 -
WaitlistKeychain CrazeArts & CraftsCreate colorful keychains using an assortment of pony beads. Follow a pattern to make charming critters such as cute cats and leapin’ lizards and fun foods like sweet strawberries and incredible ice cream cones. Or be creative and come up with your own geometric or organic design. Decorate your backpack or give your keychains as adorable, practical gifts.SummerFun! 2026 -
Kids NewsroomMedia MakersLearn the craft of journalism, including investigative writing and research. Each day our classroom transforms into a working newsroom, complete with editorial staff, reporters, columnists, and headline writers. Each of us will play multiple roles and work together to publish our own newspaper with stories about our community. We will edit each other’s work, take photographs, and publish our final newspaper.SummerFun! 2026