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SummerFun!All program logistics are here. Grade ranges are for Fall 2026. Morning classes meet 9:00 am-12:00 pm, afternoon classes meet 12:30-3:30 pm. Combine an AM class with a PM class and a supervised lunch period is included.Category -
Sunset & City Lights Kayak TourOut & AboutAfter a quick introduction to kayak strokes, we’ll launch our double kayaks and begin our sightseeing. We’ll paddle past the Great Dome of MIT, cross the Charles to the Esplanade, and take in the skyline, including the Hancock and Prudential buildings, Citgo sign, State House dome, and the financial district. After viewing a beautiful sunset and illuminated skyline, the guide will talk about the history and architecture of the city, then the group will enjoy a serene and quiet paddle back to the dock. Children ages 12+ are welcome to register if accompanied by a registered adult.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistSushi Party (Family)Family ClassesRoll and wrap your way to sushi mastery! Learn to make perfect sushi rice, then roll cucumber and a tuna mayo mix (no raw fish) in nori. Whip up a simple miso soup and decorate your plate with cute veggie cutouts. A vegetarian option is available. Ages 7+PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. Please register under adult’s name only.Fall 2026 -
Sushi for BeginnersFood & DrinkPlease note that this class has been changed to December 9. Get rolling with the art of sushi-making. You’ll prepare sushi rice, slice fresh ingredients, and assemble three popular styles: futomaki (thick rolls), spicy salmon maki rolls, and temaki (hand rolls). Along the way, we’ll explore the cultural roots and history behind this Japanese tradition. Roll and cut your own sushi and then take some home to share with family or friends in provided containers. You’ll also receive a bamboo rolling mat and step-by-step recipes to keep rolling on your own. Please note: This class includes raw sushi-grade salmon.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistTai Chi: Yang StyleFitness & DanceTai chi is both a cultural experience and an excellent way to exercise and improve balance and coordination. These classes are taught by a 6th-generation tai chi master and native of China and will focus on accuracy, consistency, and fluency to further strengthen your body’s balance. All Levels: This class explores the first 16 of the 88 postures in the traditional Yang style tai chi long form. Learn steps, hand movements, balance, and form. The instructor provides individual attention and a strong sense of the history and context in Chinese culture for these movements. Continuing: We will expand on the principles and postures introduced in the All Levels class, focusing on the next 32 postures. Refine your form and fluidity and increase your strength and flexibility as you continue your tai chi journey.Fall 2026 -
Tchaikovsky’s Late Symphonies: Fate, Soul & Russian IdentityMusic, Theater & FilmIn the turbulent decades following Russia’s Great Reforms, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky transformed the tensions of his era—social upheaval, personal anguish, and debates over Russian identity—into four extraordinary symphonic works. We’ll trace the arc from the brooding fatalism of the Fourth Symphony through Manfred and the Fifth Symphony to the devastating Sixth (Pathétique), exploring the composer’s life, the political and cultural currents of Tsarist Russia, and the musical language that made Tchaikovsky one of the most emotionally direct voices of the Romantic age.Fall 2026
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Tea Tasting: From Field to CupOut & About“Steep” into one of the world’s most profound beverages with a tea sommelier at MEM Tea Imports. We’ll trace the tea from field to cup, exploring its origins, production, and brewing techniques. Learn about the main categories of true tea and taste a selection of single-origin teas, discovering how growing region and processing shape flavor, aroma, and character. Each participant will take home a sample of tea to enjoy at home.Fall 2026
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Technology, Finance & CareerFor tech help, financial guidance, and tips to tackle career benchmarks.Category -
Teen Band RingArts & Crafts (K-12)Create a custom sterling silver band ring while learning the fundamentals of jewelry fabrication. Practice essential metalsmithing techniques, including ring sizing, cutting metal, soldering, stamping, forming, and finishing. Personalize your ring with a variety of textures and decorative stamps, including optional holiday-themed designs.Fall 2026 -
Thanksgiving Cupcake DesignFood & DrinkYou admire them in bakery windows—now you can make your own beautifully decorated holiday cupcakes with colorful buttercream frosting. You’ll learn several techniques to add a variety of eye-catching Thanksgiving designs to cupcakes that you bring to class. Learn to create adorable turkeys, perfect pumpkins, and spectacular sunflowers that your family and friends will want to gobble up! You will take home decorating tools, including tips, couplers, piping bags, and bag ties, plus your cupcake masterpieces. Bring 9 unfrosted cupcakes and a box to carry them home, and, if you like, an apron.Fall 2026 -
Starting SoonThe Alexander TechniqueFitness & DanceDiscover how to move with greater ease and reduce muscle tension, stress, and discomfort by learning the Alexander Technique. This method helps you identify and release unhelpful movement habits developed over time, supporting improved coordination, posture, and body awareness.Introduction: 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 runs 90 minutes.Next Steps: Continue your exploration of the Alexander Technique and deepen your understanding of movement, posture, and coordination. Designed for students who have completed an introductory course, this class builds on foundational principles through guided practice and further exploration of how everyday habits influence ease of movement.Fall 2026 -
The Art of Spice Blending: Flavor LabOut & AboutGo deeper into the art and science of spice blending in this intimate, hands-on workshop for spice enthusiasts and curious home cooks. Explore aroma, origin, and technique as you learn how to build balanced, expressive blends with intention. Enjoy seasonal bites and drinks, watch a live blending demonstration, and experiment at the spice bar to create two blends. You’ll also take part in a salon-style conversation on using spice to elevate everyday cooking and leave with your blends, recipes, and a spice flavor wheel for continued experimentation at home. Please note: course price is $89, printed catalog is incorrect.Fall 2026
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The Art of Ukrainian PysankyFine Arts & CraftsDiscover the traditional Ukrainian art of pysanky led by a native Ukrainian artist. We’ll explore the history, symbolism, and wax-resist technique as you create your own decorated eggs using traditional tools and dyes, including real eggs, beeswax, and a tool called a kistka. Attend one or both sessions. Intro to Pysanky: We’ll focus on foundational techniques and traditional designs as you learn the wax-resist process from start to finish. Complete one or two finished pysanky while gaining an appreciation for this rich folk art tradition. Pysanky Ornaments: Create a pysanka using traditional wax-resist techniques and then explore simple ways to turn your finished egg into a hanging ornament for seasonal display or gifting.Fall 2026 -
The Art of the CocktailFood & DrinkLearn to make a perfect cocktail. We’ll start with a brief history of how cocktails evolved over time. Get familiar with different spirits, mixers, flavor profiles, and essential bar tools and glassware. Master essential mixing techniques like shaking, stirring, muddling, and balancing sweet, sour, bitter, and savory elements to create a perfectly balanced drink. After dividing into small teams to try our hand at mixing, we’ll toast our handiwork with a group tasting. These classes are a combination of demonstration and hands-on learning. Classic Cocktails with a Twist: Shake up your skills by mastering the timeless classics, such as the Martini, Mojito, Manhattan, and Negroni. Build a solid foundation with a twist of creativity. Holiday Cocktails: Get into the holiday spirit (literally!) with a festive lineup of seasonal drinks such as a White Chocolate Martini, New Year’s Sparkler, Christmas on the Cape Mule, Chai Old Fashioned, mulled cider, and eggnog. Shake, stir, and sip your way through this merry menu.Fall 2026 -
Starting SoonThe Beauty of LinocutFine Arts & CraftsRelief printing is celebrated for its beauty and versatility, from intricate woodblock prints to deceptively simple styrofoam designs. Explore techniques using linoleum, rubber blocks, and other unconventional materials. Build your skills throughout the class, culminating in a multi-color reduction print. Class time includes presentations, demonstrations, and plenty of time to create and share feedback. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, with all-new projects for returning students to expand their printmaking repertoire. Materials list can be found here.Fall 2026 -
The Best Mustards & Wurst SausagesFood & DrinkWhen attending a major sporting event or Oktoberfest, the aroma of sausages and hot dogs fills the air, accompanied by their essential partner: mustard. This tasting explores what makes a great condiment pairing, featuring award winners from the National Mustard Museum’s annual Worldwide Mustard Competition. Sample 12 domestic and imported mustards, from classic yellow to spicy brown and deli-style to bratwurst blends, paired with iconic New England hot dogs, sausages, and brats Please note: This class does not offer nitrate-free or meat-free alternatives.Fall 2026 -
The Creative Compass: A Guided PracticeFine Arts & CraftsReconnect with your creativity and discover new ways to navigate everyday life with greater clarity, curiosity, and confidence. Explore The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron through weekly readings, reflective practices, guided journaling, and meaningful conversation in this facilitated, discussion-based workshop. You’ll identify creative blocks, strengthen self-trust, and develop habits that nurture imagination and personal growth. Whether you’re seeking renewed direction, deeper self-understanding, or a more intentional approach to your daily routine, this supportive group experience offers space for reflection, connection, and creative discovery.Fall 2026 -
The Hook: Writing Beginnings That Pull Readers InWriting & LiteratureHow do writers draw readers in from the very first line? Explore openings in fiction and creative nonfiction, studying published examples to see what makes them compelling. Then experiment with different ways to start your own story or essay. Whether generating new work or revising a draft, you’ll leave with fresh ideas to hook readers from the first sentence.Fall 2026 -
Starting SoonThe Jane Austen Reading GroupWriting & LiteraturePlease note: Due to an instructor conflict, the dates of this class have changed slightly and one or two of the sessions may be held on Zoom. Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth through lively discussion of two of her beloved novels, Emma and Northanger Abbey. Meet unforgettable characters, examine the themes and social observations that continue to resonate today, and consider how Austen’s life in the Georgian era shaped the stories she created. Join fellow readers in appreciating the wit, insight, and enduring appeal of one of literature’s most cherished authors. Readers should arrive to the first class having read up to chapter 6 of Emma.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistThe Tuscan TableFood & DrinkExperience the flavors of Tuscany as we cook our way through Florence, Chianti, Montalcino, and Siena, preparing traditional dishes inspired by each region’s culinary heritage. The menu features Fagioli all’Uccelletto, Tuscan white beans in tomato sauce from Florence; Chianti pasta with pancetta; Montalcino chicken with figs; and Siena’s classic Ricciarelli almond cookies. You’ll learn essential kitchen techniques and classic Tuscan flavor combinations that bring these dishes to life.Fall 2026 -
Thriving with a Reactive Dog: From Stress to SuccessWellness & LifeLiving with a reactive dog can feel overwhelming and isolating, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. This class for humans only (no dogs in class!) provides practical strategies, emotional support, and a community that understands the challenges of caring for a reactive dog. You’ll learn to read your dog’s body language, manage triggers, set up successful training sessions, and strengthen your bond while reducing stress for both of you. Beyond training, you’ll gain actionable tools, realistic expectations, and support from others on the same journey, leaving you confident, empowered, and equipped to create a calmer, happier, and more fulfilling life with your dog.Fall 2026 -
Tile Transformations: Making Crafty Coasters Together (Family)Family ClassesTurn plain ceramic tiles into a set of four stylish, functional coasters using decorative napkins. This hands-on workshop guides you step-by-step through decorating, sealing, and adding cork backing, giving your coasters a polished, professional finish. Perfect to give as gifts or keep for your family, these coasters are easy to recreate at home once you’ve mastered the process and add a bright, charming touch to any table. Ages 10+ PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. Please register under adult’s name only.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistTour the Glass Flowers at Harvard’s Museum of Natural HistoryOut & AboutExperience the exquisite artistry of the renowned Blaschka glass models of flowering plants at Harvard’s Museum of Natural History. Whether you are discovering these marvels for the first time or eager to return and learn more about this unparalleled collection, join this presentation and guided tour. A museum docent will share an overview of the botany behind the artwork, discuss the delicate flameworking techniques that brought them to life, and share the fascinating story of how these glass models made their way from Germany to Harvard.Fall 2026 -
Tour the State HouseOut & AboutVisit the Massachusetts State House for a tour with Arlington’s own State Representative, Sean Garballey. This guided tour is a walk through history, not just of the building but of the Commonwealth itself. Established by an act of the legislature in 1969, the State House Tours Division now guides approximately 90,000 visitors annually through the halls of the state’s capitol building. Experience democracy in action at this landmark full of significance to both our state and our country. Please register each family member individually, including children; Ages 8+ Note: Entrance is via the General Hooker Entrance which is on Beacon Street at the top of Park Street. Walk past the statue of General Hooker up the stairs and through security. Meet in the Doric Hall on the second floor. Accessible entrance is located on Bowdoin Street. Please arrive 20 minutes early to go through security. Proceeds from this class go toward the ACE Scholarship Fund to help make our classes accessible to all Arlington residentsFall 2026