Experience the light and delicate flavors of Vietnamese cuisine, known for its fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and vibrant dipping sauces. Vietnamese dishes often share common ingredients, but different cooking techniques bring out unique tastes and textures. We’ll prepare Gỏi Cuốn (fresh rolls), bánh tráng nướng (rice paper pan-grilled pizza), Phở gà (chicken noodle soup), and Kem bơ, a creamy avocado mousse with coconut cream.

Discover the flavors of Japan through hands-on cooking. Make maki rolls, okonomiyaki (savory pancakes), miso soup with rice-stuffed tofu pockets, and a sweet fruit parfait with mochi and green tea ice cream. We’ll also work on Japanese-style presentation skills by making charming bento (lunch box) with kawaii (cute) rice balls, tomato hearts, and mini octopus-shaped hot dogs.

Whether you are just starting out or looking to deepen your expertise, this fast-paced course covers the fundamentals of investing, from asset allocation strategies to online investment research and the selection of securities. Gain a deep understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of mutual funds and ETFs, and learn how to build diversified equity and fixed-income portfolios. Discover the pitfalls of Target Retirement Funds and the inherent risks of bond ETFs and bond mutual funds. Develop your skills as an amateur equity analyst and learn to assess the performance of professional mutual fund managers and advisors.

Get a behind-the-scenes tour of one of Boston’s most prominent theatrical landmarks. Learn about the theater’s architectural highlights and unique history—from its hotel roots and glamorous days as a movie “cathedral” to today’s role as an impressive venue for performances and events. Visit the dressing rooms and hallways walked by entertainers such as Bruce Springsteen, Ella Fitzgerald, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Elton John, Lady Gaga, and many more. Walk away with a newfound appreciation of this theater and why it was once referred to as “The Showplace of New England.” Ages 10+

Discover the delights, surprises, and challenges of watercolor painting as you explore still lifes, landscapes, flowers, and more. Learn to mix colors, create mood and atmosphere, and capture the details of your favorite subjects—whether a delicate flower, a mushroom, or a striking landscape. Each day explores a different theme, with the final project giving you the freedom to bring your own ideas to life.

Visit the magical world of Harry Potter. In this spellbinding adventure, you’ll create your own wand, design a magical owl, craft a broom, make floating candles, and build castle walls. Get sorted into your house by the Sorting Hat, play Quidditch with friends, and enjoy many other magical activities. We’ll focus on The Sorcerer’s Stone and The Chamber of Secrets, uncovering the mysteries of Hogwarts through entertaining excerpts from the first two books in the series and watching key scenes from the movies.

Winter hiking is a great way to get outdoors and enjoy the views offered by a leafless landscape, the crispness of the air, the way the forest sounds, and warming up on a cold day. Hike local wilderness areas such as the Middlesex Fells Reservation and the Western Greenway, led by an experienced guide. Engage your curiosity, seek out adventure, build camaraderie, and increase your stamina on hikes of varying distances and challenges. Gain winter hiking confidence as you learn how to use micro-spikes on ice, snowshoes on fresh powder, and headlamps when our hikes continue past sunset. Our club will culminate in an optional full-day hike* in the White Mountain National Forest. Pickup & Dropoff: Students should look for the Black Guineafowl sprinter van at 3:00pm. At Gibbs, the van will be outside the front door. At Ottoson the van will be at the bottom of the hill at the intersection of Acton Street & Appleton Place, below the soccer field. All necessary equipment (including hiking backpacks, microspikes, snowshoes and headlamps) will be provided for both the club and the hike. Sturdy and waterproof boots, wool or synthetic layers, and cold weather outerwear including gloves and winter hat are required. Note: The full-day hike is on Sunday, March 1 and is open to Hiking Club members only, register separately.

Calling all intermediate-to-advanced running enthusiasts! Embrace the fresh winter air and build fitness in this fun and challenging running program. We will move throughout the entire class with a combination of running and proper dynamic and static stretches, as well as plyometrics and strength circuits to stay strong. Independent running will be encouraged throughout the week to stay fit and on track to meet our goal of running a 4-5K at the end of the program. Please note: This program is held entirely outdoors and will be canceled only in the case of icy or other unsafe weather conditions. Students must arrive dressed for the cold weather and with proper footwear. Notifications of cancellations will be emailed the evening before.

Try different ways to train and build a balanced workout routine, whether you’re preparing for sports tryouts or just looking to boost your fitness. Run on the bike path, learn to use fitness room equipment safely, and explore nutrition and snacks that fuel energy and support recovery. Train smarter, feel stronger, and stay active this summer.

Everyone has a story worth telling. Find yours! In a supportive space grounded in accountability and kindness, you’ll explore your personal stories through the three key elements of memoir: sensory sparks, scene building, and exterior perspective. Come ready to write with your computer or notebook. Expect guided exercises and two writing prompts to spark new work each week. Sharing is optional, but you’ll have the opportunity to receive feedback if you choose.

Create your own cute critters using yarn and a hook. Learn basic crochet skills like simple stitches and reading patterns, then make amigurumi animals, monsters, or magical creatures. You can even experiment with designing your own handmade friends.

This course is perfect for those just beginning or coming back to yoga, but experienced yogis will also enjoy the attention given to proper alignment and will benefit from the poses. People of every age, fitness level, physical challenge, or shape will find their mind, body, and spirit invigorated in this welcoming class. In addition to standing poses and mat exercises, each class includes modified yoga poses using a chair. The instructor individualizes postures to suit all students.

Improve your drawing skills while exploring color, pattern, and design. Using pencil, charcoal, ink, and pastels, you’ll focus on new subjects each day. Experiment with drawing from observation, including still life, portrait, and figures, and try imaginative drawing as well.

Ever dreamed of fresh eggs for breakfast and feathered friends in your backyard? Learn everything you need to raise happy, healthy chickens. Discover how to choose the right breeds, care for chicks and adult birds, protect your flock from predators, and pick the perfect coop. Bring your questions and get advice from an experienced chicken owner as you decide if you’re ready for the challenges and rewards of backyard chicken-keeping.

Dive into the history of rock music, explore iconic bands and legendary songs, and discover what makes music so powerful. You’ll form a band with your classmates and use the Wii “Rock Band” equipment to perform some of the greatest hits of all time. Everyone will get a chance to try out guitar, bass, drums, and vocals while developing essential musical skills. Collaboration and teamwork will be key as you work together to tackle challenges, get hands-on performance experience, and expand your appreciation for the true spirit of rock ‘n’ roll.