Connect with your 6th or 7th grader through meaningful conversations about some of the world’s major religions and belief systems. Guided by veteran middle school educators, you will explore traditions, sacred stories, celebrations, symbols, and practices within the Abrahamic faiths and beyond. Through discussion, storytelling, hands-on activities, and visits to local places of worship, you will build religious literacy, discover connections, and gain perspectives on our diverse world. No prior knowledge required—just curiosity and an open mind.PLEASE NOTE: Please register under adult’s name only. The class fee is for one adult and one child.

Get into the holiday spirit while learning the basics of brush pen calligraphy. Learn how to use a brush pen marker, then practice basic strokes, lowercase letters, and letter connections. Use your new skills to make personalized holiday gift tags. All supplies and materials are included, giving you everything you need to keep practicing and creating at home. No experience required. Ages 12+ PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
Please register under adult’s name only.

Decorate sugar cookies using royal icing to bring themed designs to life with color, detail, and a whole lot of fun. Each pair will leave with a finished set of decorated cookies and the tools and confidence to continue practicing at home. Provided cookies and icing are celiac-safe, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Ages 7+Family Halloween: Trick-or-treat yourself to a night of sweet fun as we decorate Halloween-themed cookies with playful designs that are more cute than creepy.Family Woodland Winter: Create seasonal cookies with soft winter tones, twinkling details, and a touch of holiday sparkle.PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
Please register under adult’s name only.

Work together to make bubble tea and delicious dumplings from scratch. Brew tea, cook tapioca pearls, and customize your bubble tea with a variety of flavors and toppings. Then prepare dumpling fillings, learn simple wrapping techniques, and cook and enjoy your creations. Ages 10+PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
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Learn how to use glass powders, frit, stringers, and copper inclusions as you create a unique fused-glass project together. Finished projects will be available for pickup at AHS after firing. Ages 8+ Wind Chimes: Design and create a colorful fused-glass wind chime. After your glass is fired, assemble your wind chime using thin metal wire to suspend the movable pieces at your desired length. Fused Glass Ornaments: Create up to four fused-glass ornaments per participant to decorate a holiday tree or brighten a window with colorful glass designs. PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
Please register under adult’s name only.

Learn how to make pillowy authentic Italian gnocchi from scratch. We will use a ricotta base to make restaurant-quality gnocchi, including those hallmark ridges to catch the sauce. We will also prepare a simple, traditional red sauce and an alternative white cream sauce for serving. Ages 8+PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
Please register under adult’s name only.

Wow your friends and family with amazing card tricks! Join a professional magician for an evening of step-by-step instruction for beginner-level card tricks that you can master with only a modest amount of practice. All you’ll need is a deck of cards to become a hit at any party and amaze even the most cynical of skeptics. No experience is necessary, just the ability to hold a deck of cards. Ages 10+ Fee is for one adult and one child. Please register under adult’s name.

Stay 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. Ages 10+PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
Please register under adult’s name only.

Mix, measure, melt, and create your own lip balm in this guided, hands-on workshop. Choose from a selection of favorite scents made with natural ingredients, then blend them into a butter-, wax-, or oil-based balm. Practice some basic color theory as we experiment with tinting and blending, and top it off with a custom label to head home with multiple personalized, handcrafted balms. Ages 10+ PLEASE NOTE: The class fee was misprinted in the catalog, this is the correct price. 
Please register your pair under adult’s name only.

Enjoy an evening together while learning to paint mesmerizing mandala patterns on rocks. Mandala painting is a beautiful art form as well as a proven way to relax the body and mind. We’ll combine this calming art process with mindfulness games and guided meditation to make a tranquil evening for the entire family. Ages 6+PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
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Indulge your senses with the sweet aroma of freshly baked cinnamon buns, whether you’re a baking enthusiast or a beginner. Create these delectable treats from scratch, guided by an experienced chef. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn the secrets behind the perfect dough, the art of rolling and shaping, and the tantalizing spice blend for the signature cinnamon filling. Discover the tricks to achieving that irresistible gooey texture and golden-brown crust. Ages 7+ Please note: Please bring a 9x13" baking pan. We will bake our cinnamon buns if time permits, but this may be a take-home-to-bake class.PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
Please register under adult’s name only.

Create beautifully decorated pysanky eggs inspired by Ukrainian folk art. Begin with the Polka Dot (Krapanky) style, layering wax dots onto the egg to form playful patterns. Then try the elegant Drop-Pull (Lemko-style) method, using a pinhead tool to gently pull molten wax into teardrops and flowing designs. Each participant will take home one or two unique eggs. Ages 6+ PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
Please register under adult’s name only.

Sharpen your swords and your imaginations, strap on your adventuring boots, and journey through a fantasy realm full of elves, dwarves, magic, goblins, and (of course) dragons and dungeons. Learn the fundamentals of the classic tabletop role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons, using a customized, streamlined version that focuses on fun over rules. Discover how to create and role-play characters, work as a team, and respond to challenges created by the Dungeon Master. Ages 8+PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
Please register under adult’s name only.

Gather in the kitchen to prepare and enjoy a delicious Spanish meal together. Learn how regional ingredients and traditional recipes come together as you create a menu featuring tortilla española, a versatile potato and egg dish enjoyed throughout Spain; pisto, a colorful vegetable dish from La Mancha; and leche frita, a sweet northern Spanish treat with a creamy, spiced filling. Explore the stories and traditions behind these dishes, then sit down to share the meal you’ve made. These dishes are naturally soy-free, nut-free, and gluten-free; leche frita contains dairy. Ages 9+ PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
Please register under adult’s name only.

Roll 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.

Turn 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.

Visit 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 residents

Create your own wire-wrapped jewelry or mini sculpture. Learn about the properties of a variety of beautiful semi-precious stones and crystals. Then pick your favorite to make a wearable pendant or ring, a pendulum to connect with the energy of the earth and cosmos (or to hypnotize your friends!), or a decorative mini sculpture of your own design. Ages 8+ You are also welcomed to bring small found objects to wrap; depending on the item not all items may be suitable to wrap. We will try our best. PLEASE NOTE: The class fee is for one adult and one child. 
Please register under adult’s name only.