Learn American Sign Language (ASL), a useful skill that can open up a new world of relationships and deeper understanding. These classes utilize a groundbreaking curriculum crafted by deaf ASL teachers. You’ll learn more than just signs—you’ll engage in real-world conversation. Level 1 (Beginner): In this in-person class for absolute beginners only, learn the ASL manual “alphabet” and hand shapes, basic grammar structure, and fingerspelling techniques. Explore the history of ASL while we cover pronouns, articles, numbers, yes/no questions, farewell rituals, introductions, and more. Level 2 (High Beginner): Further increase your vocabulary and get introduced to verb tenses in this in-person class for students who have completed Level 1. Learn how to engage in conversation about personal life events, family dynamics, friendships, and pets, as well as how to describe appearances and name North American cities, states, and provinces. Level 3 (Intermediate): This class is for students who have completed Level 2. Refine your skills as we cover more complex topics, including numeral incorporation, telling time, expressing frequency, daily routines, holidays and cultural observances, vacations, hobbies, and more. Note: For all levels students will be required to purchase this text book: Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Language

Explore the ins and outs of Arlington’s town government and learn how to get involved and make a difference. We’ll cover what happens in daily operations and how Arlington’s legislative branch, Town Meeting, works. Discover where the levers of power are—and how to apply pressure to move them. Understand the months of decision-making behind the town budget and when and how the public can influence the process. No mere “civics academy,” this class turns knowledge of local government into the power to be heard, make change, and get results.

Are you thinking about buying an electric car but concerned about charging, range, or anything else? We’ll talk through the ins and outs of EVs and PHEVs (and teach you the difference!) so that you can make an informed choice about which kind of car would work well with your driving habits. You’ll learn about the different manufacturers, charging options, and financial incentives too. All proceeds from this event go towards the ACE Scholarship fund.

From audiobooks and commercials to podcasts, animation, and video games, voiceover artists bring stories and messages to life. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the voiceover field with a fun and realistic exploration of how the industry really works. Learn how voiceover work is produced, explore the skills you’ll need to develop, and identify ways to build on your voice’s unique strengths. Bring your questions and, if you’re interested, take part in an optional one-on-one script reading for personalized feedback.

Levantine Arabic is one of the major spoken varieties of Arabic used along the eastern Mediterranean coast. More informal than Modern Standard Arabic, this dialect is commonly spoken at home, among friends, and in popular television series. Level 2: For those with some knowledge of the Arabic alphabet, we will continue to work on basic conversations related to greetings, nationalities, colors, food, and more. Level 5: For those with prior experience in Levantine Arabic. Expand your vocabulary, improve fluency, and explore more complex sentence structures through discussions on a variety of everyday topics.