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Intro to Drones & UAS SafetyOut & AboutCurious about flying or buying a drone (also called a UAS, or Unmanned Aircraft System)? This beginner-friendly, two-session course will get you started. Drones can be fun to fly, whether as a hobby or for commercial purposes like photography or surveying, but they come with responsibilities. The first online session introduces drone types, safety rules, regulations, and tips for choosing your first drone. Please join this session on a laptop or computer, as we’ll take the online test together to obtain your hobbyist license, which will allow you to pilot a drone during the outdoor in-person session. Get ready to see the world from a whole new angle!Fall 2026 -
Intro to Spice BlendingOut & AboutAwaken your senses as you explore the art of spice blending. Through guided tasting, aroma exploration, and a brief introduction to flavor building, you’ll learn how spices work together to create balance, depth, and personality in your cooking. Sample rare, directly sourced spices, enjoy complimentary spiced drinks and popcorn, and get hands-on experience creating blends at a dedicated spice bar inspired by a historic spice market. Take home a spice flavor wheel and your own custom spice blend.Fall 2026 -
Introduction to Brush Pen CalligraphyFine Arts & CraftsDiscover the relaxing art of brush pen calligraphy and ignite your creativity through hand lettering. Learn the fundamentals, from essential lettering terms to proper grip, posture, and arm movements. Practice basic strokes, lowercase letters, and smooth letter connections, and get practical tips to develop your style. Two brush pens and a workbook are included, giving you everything you need to keep practicing at home. No experience required.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistIntroduction to Drawing with PencilsFine Arts & CraftsGet started with drawing using one of the most accessible, affordable, and versatile tools: the pencil. We’ll begin with graphite and expand into colored pencils as a fine art medium. Practice techniques that strengthen composition, shading, and observation through still life and photographs. We’ll also experiment with combining pencil with materials like pastel and watercolor. The materials list can be found here.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistIntroduction 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.Fall 2026 -
Introduction to the Pottery Wheel: Making BowlsFine 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.Fall 2026 -
Irish Roots to Passport: Reclaiming Irish CitizenshipGames & TravelIf your grandparent was born on the island of Ireland, you may be eligible for Irish citizenship and an Irish passport through Ireland’s Foreign Births Register. We’ll walk through the eligibility requirements and application process step by step. Learn what documents you’ll need, where to find Irish and U.S. records, how to organize your application, and how to avoid common mistakes that can delay approval. We’ll also explore the personal significance of reclaiming Irish citizenship and reconnecting with your family heritage. Ample time will be reserved for questions, and you’ll receive a resource guide to continue your research. Please note: This class is for educational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice.Fall 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.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistIthreach: 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.Session 1: Song of the TideA cryptic plea for help sends our heroes to the fishing village of Hakesmouth, where a missing boy seems to be tied to an evil history.The Fairweather LightOff the shore of the fishing village of Hakesmouth, the mysterious island lighthouse has begun to flicker and dim, and the fury of the storm seems almost supernatural. The heroes reconnect with their friend to investigate.The Book of SaltThe heroes return to Hakesmouth once again, this time to attend an unexpected funeral. However, things turn sinister when they are left a mysterious bequest in the will, and unearthly songs once again echo from the deep.Session 2: Conspiracy of Shadows or Speaker of the DeadThe heroes are contacted by a friend with a dire warning of impending doom. They must travel halfway across the continent to confront this danger and keep it from spreading across the land! Barrin’s Watch or The BannermanThe heroes were awarded a great prize by the people they helped: the ownership of their very own stronghold! However, they soon discover that they’re not the only ones with a claim on the property. Future TenseThe heroes are called to the great walled city of Bastion to investigate a mystery left unsolved. They quickly find themselves caught in a race against Karmaugh’s Red Hand for an artifact which may determine the fate of history itself.Fall 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.Fall 2026 -
James Bond: International Man of HistoryACE HighlightsCampy. Thrilling. Iconic. For more than 60 years, the James Bond film franchise has delighted audiences while continually reinventing itself to keep pace with changing times. The Bond films also reflect the culture and politics of the Cold War, offering a fascinating lens through which to examine the era’s geopolitics, consumer culture, gender relations, and more. Through five films—each featuring a different incarnation of 007—this course explores these historical themes: From Russia with Love, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, The Spy Who Loved Me, The Living Daylights, and GoldenEye. Watch the films independently before class, then delve into the historical context and broader themes of each film through lecture and discussion.Class Overview Class 1: From Russia with Love and the Origins of the Cold War, 1945-1963 Class 2: On Her Majesty’s Secret Service and the Upheavals of the Sixties, 1963-1969 Class 3: The Spy Who Loved Me and the Politics of Detente, 1969-1979 Class 4: The Living Daylights and the Cold War Reheats, 1979-1988 Class 5: GoldenEye and the End of the Cold War, 1989-1995Fall 2026 -
Japanese for BeginnersLanguagesLearn the basics of spoken and written Japanese while building practical skills for everyday communication. Practice expressing yourself in common situations and develop confidence using simple conversational Japanese. Strengthen your reading and writing skills while learning the two phonetic alphabets, Hiragana and Katakana, with an introduction to Kanji (Chinese characters). Designed for beginners with no prior experience, this class begins with essential phrases and progresses to simple grammar and foundational language skills. Please note: Beginning in January, this class will shift to an in-person format. Students are required to purchase a textbook for this class. Please do not purchase until we confirm minimum enrollment.Required text: Genki Textbook Volume 1, 3rd edition (Eri Banno, Yoko Ikeda, Yutaka Ohno, Chikako Shinagawa, Kyoko Tokashiki)Fall 2026
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Starting SoonJewelry 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.Fall 2026 -
Jewelry Studio: Foundations in MetalsmithingFine Arts & CraftsLearn the fundamentals of jewelry-making as you create your own wearable designs from start to finish. You’ll practice core fabrication techniques including cutting, filing, soldering, and polishing while developing a bezel-set ring or pendant. Build toward a final project you design and complete with guided support, gaining a strong foundation in traditional metalsmithing and a pathway to continue developing your own work.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistJewelry Studio: Silver Bezel Cabochon RingFine Arts & CraftsLearn the fundamentals of silversmithing while creating a sterling silver bezel ring set with a cabochon stone of your choice. Build core fabrication skills, including ring sizing, cutting sheet metal, filing, soldering, and basic setting techniques, then complete your piece by forming and soldering a bezel and securely setting your stone into a finished ring.Fall 2026 -
Starting SoonJoyful 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.Fall 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.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistJumping Juniper! Great Gins & Tasty TonicsFood & DrinkGin and tonics may be a warm-weather favorite, but great gin is worth exploring in every season. Distilleries around the country and the world are experimenting to create new, exciting gins using a range of botanicals that go way beyond classic juniper. Tonic water has also evolved to offer a proper accompaniment. Join us for a relaxing evening sampling some of the best gins being produced today. We’ll try them on their own, then pair them with premium tonic to find your new favorites. If you’ve taken the class before, we will be sampling all new gins. For students 21+Fall 2026 -
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Jumpstart College Admissions for JuniorsHigh School & College Planning (K-12)If multiple family members are attending, please register under one adult's name only. Don’t miss this valuable seminar to help organize and prioritize your college search and application process. Find out when to tour colleges and what to ask during your visit; how to begin your college list; the meaning of application terminology; and much more. We will review all parts of the application process, from application platforms and college entrance exam strategies to college interviews and student resumes. Leave with a timeline to help keep you organized and focused throughout junior year. Open to students with or without their parents.Fall 2026 -
Jumpstart PoetryWriting & LiteratureWhether you’re new to poetry or have years of writing and publishing experience, it can be challenging to write about meaningful experiences, difficult moments, and complex events. We’ll explore craft strategies used by American and international poets to approach challenging subjects with depth, clarity, and originality. Through close reading and discussion, you’ll discover ways to move beyond abstraction and explanation to create poems that are vivid, authentic, and emotionally resonant.Fall 2026
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Starting SoonJunior 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.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistKids in the KitchenLanguages & Life Skills (K-12)Let’s get cooking, tasting, and thinking about healthy ingredients. Slice, dice, peel, measure, and cook special dishes, while practicing essential life skills like process, time management, and patience. We will celebrate seasonal produce and offer ideas for quick and healthy family meals. Take home the key ingredient or a sample of the finished dish, and the recipe to show off what you’ve learned. Food allergies are taken into consideration, ensuring that everyone has fun while staying safe.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistKnife Skills 101Food & DrinkDice, slice, chop, and chiffonade your way to greater confidence in the kitchen. This hands-on class builds safety, speed, and efficiency as you practice cutting a variety of vegetables using essential knife techniques. Learn how to properly grip and control a chef’s knife, explore different cutting methods, and strengthen foundational knife safety skills. We’ll also cover how to choose a knife that works for you and how to keep your blades sharp. Take home your prepped vegetables to use in your own cooking. Please note: Bring an apron, a paring knife (3-5"), and your favorite chef’s knife (6-10"), if you have one.Fall 2026 -
WaitlistKnit a Jumbo Chunky Throw BlanketFine Arts & CraftsStay cozy when winter weather hits by designing and hand-knitting your own jumbo chunky throw blanket. Enjoy a sense of calm and focus as you create a soft, stylish throw to warm your couch or lap. No knitting experience—or needles—needed. All you need to bring are your hands and some jumbo yarn for this fun and easy workshop.The materials list can be found here.Fall 2026