Mix storytelling, art, and engineering as you bring classic fairytales to life. Create puppets, act out scenes, build creative solutions to storybook challenges, and design artwork inspired by the adventures of the Big Bad Wolf, Goldilocks, the Three Billy Goats, and the Gingerbread Man.

Explore meaningful ways to give back, whether you’re a retiree, need to fulfill community service hours, or are considering volunteering as a path to a new career. Hear from an experienced volunteer coordinator about how nonprofits identify their needs, recruit effectively, and value their volunteers. Learn how to read volunteer listings to find opportunities that match your skills, availability, and personal passions.

Get the tools to take charge of your money as soon as you start earning it. Learn how to track and manage expenses, create a budget, and work toward larger goals like buying property or returning to school. This workshop gives you the foundation to make confident financial decisions and build lasting financial habits—so you control your money, not the other way around.

Getting dressed shouldn’t feel like a daily challenge. Learn how to identify the colors, silhouettes, and wardrobe pieces that suit you best so getting dressed becomes easier and more enjoyable. Discover how to shop with intention, create versatile outfits from what you own, and use accessories to add polish with effortless Italian-inspired style. You’ll leave with practical strategies, a fresh perspective on your wardrobe, and greater confidence in your personal style.

Caring for grandchildren comes with responsibilities—especially when it comes to safety. This course brings you up to date on first-aid practices that may have changed since you raised your own children. Learn how to respond to injuries and medical emergencies during the critical first minutes until help arrives. Topics include medical, injury, and environmental emergencies; CPR for all ages; using an AED; and managing severe allergies with EpiPens. You’ll earn an American Safety and Health Institute certification in Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid.

Discover the unique culinary traditions of Goa, where more than 450 years of Portuguese colonization influence created one of India’s most distinctive regional cuisines. Learn how Portuguese cooking techniques and ingredients introduced through global trade blended with Indian spices to create bold, unforgettable flavors. We’ll prepare a menu featuring fiery (but not too spicy) chicken vindaloo, a mild, tangy vegetable caldine curry enriched with coconut milk, and an aromatic cilantro rice. We will finish the evening by garnishing a pre-prepared serradura, a light, no-bake Portuguese dessert made with whipped cream and crunchy biscuit crumbs.

Bring your creativity and a vase to this open design workshop. With access to a wealth of locally grown flowers and greenery, come explore and experiment as you create your own arrangement. In addition to the abundance of materials, the experts at Derby Farm will provide basic design techniques and tips to develop your own design skills and knowledge.

Move beyond the “auto” setting and discover what your digital camera can really do. Explore its features and menus, then get a clear overview of photography basics, including shutter speed, ISO, aperture, focus, and more. Learn how lighting and composition can enhance your images, and gain confidence capturing a range of subjects, from portraits and landscapes to street photography. Elevate your skills from simply taking pictures to creating compelling photographs. Please note: Bring your camera to each class. Camera must have a “manual” mode that allows adjustment of both shutter speed and aperture settings.

Focus on your feet in this relaxing massage technique class. Reflexology involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet, which correspond to different areas of the body. This practice can help improve overall health, reduce stress, and promote relaxation.

Step into the landscapes that inspired Henry David Thoreau and experience the restorative power of nature through forest bathing. Led by a certified forest therapy guide, this walk will deepen your connection with the natural world. Through gentle, sensory-based invitations, you’ll slow down, engage mindfully with nature, and find a sense of calm and renewal. Rooted in the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, this experience offers a chance to unplug, recharge, and immerse yourself in Thoreau’s beloved landscapes. No experience necessary—just a willingness to be present.

Bonjour! Join this welcoming and lively French conversation class led by an enthusiastic near-native speaker. This is your chance to learn, practice, and improve your conversational French in a relaxed, fun, yet structured setting. For those who have taken French: Levels 1–3 and/or have strong skills in speaking and listening. We will review advanced grammar topics, including object pronouns, compound tenses, and subjunctive, with assignments to practice your skills throughout the week. Please note: You will need a free downloadable copy of the Grammaire Progressive du Francais Intermediaire (edition 3 by Maia Gregory). If you miss a class, you may view the recording.