EMT & CPR
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION CPR BASIC LIFE SUPPORT ............................................................................................................$89
Tuesday 9/1 5–9:30pm Gardner
Wednesday 10/7 5–9:30pm Gardner
Tuesday 11/3 5–9:30pm Gardner
Wednesday 12/2 5–9:30pm Gardner
This course will teach you Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association. Students will learn how to recognize and respond to an emergency, learn 1 and 2 person CPR for the adult, child and infant, along with the use of an AED and how to respond to someone who is choking. This class qualifies for GI Bill® benefits. (No Waivers)
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) ......................................................................................................................................
$1,595
Tuesdays & Thursdays 9/8 - 12/15 5–10pm Leominster
This course meets U.S. Dept. of Health Ed. & Welfare, National Traffic Safety Admin & DOT guidelines for EMT-Basic certification. Includes lectures, discussions, hands-on demos, and practical skills. Prepares for psychomotor and written exams; 73+ average required to qualify to sit for national exam. Test fees not included. Class qualifies for GI Bill® benefits. This course qualifies for Free Community College to those who are eligible. (No Waivers)
CULINARY ARTS
DOUGHNUTS FROM SCRATCH ......................................................................................................................................................$69
Thursday 9/17 5–7pm
Gardner
Make a dozen doughnuts from scratch — half a dozen yeast-risen and half a dozen old-fashioned cake — learn dough prep, frying, and finishing techniques you can replicate at home. Each student will take home a dozen donuts. All ingredients included. (No Waivers)
SOUPS FROM SCRATCH
Thursday 10/1 5–7pm
Learn to make two classic soups from scratch — a rich cream-based and a flavorful broth-based — while mastering foundational techniques for building depth and balance. Each student takes home two 16 oz soups. All ingredients included. (No Waivers)
Gardner
FOUGASSE & BAGUETTE BREADS (2-DAY WORKSHOP) ........................................................................................................$79
Wednesday & Thursday 10/14 & 10/15 5–7pm
Gardner
Learn to create two traditional starter-based breads: fougasse and a classic white baguette. On day one, students will prepare fougasse—a rustic French flatbread historically used to test oven temperature—and learn how to create a yeast starter for the following day’s bake. On day two, students will use their starter to make a traditional white baguette. Throughout the class, we’ll focus on foundational bread-making techniques, fermentation, shaping, and baking for consistent, delicious results at home. All ingredients included. All students will take their breads home at the end of class. (No Waivers)
APPLE & PUMPKIN PIES (2-DAY WORKSHOP)
Monday & Tuesday 11/9 & 11/10 5–7pm
Gardner
Over two days, learn to make flaky pie dough from scratch alongside pumpkin and apple fillings, then master rolling, forming shells, blind baking, and finishing. You'll leave with a 9-inch apple pie and a 9-inch pumpkin pie you made yourself. All ingredients included. (No Waivers)
COOKIE-MAKING TECHNIQUES
Thursday 12/10 5–7pm
Gardner
Learn three cookie-making techniques — the one-stage, creaming, and sponge methods — and discover how each affects texture, structure, and flavor. You'll gain the skills to design your own perfect cookie, not just follow a recipe. You'll be making chocolate crinkle, chocolate chip, and gingersnap cookies. Take home a half dozen cookies from each method. All ingredients included. (No Waivers)
ANIMAL TELEPATHY
ANIMAL TELEPATHY
Tuesday 10/6 5–6:30pm Online
Wouldn't you love to know what your pet is feeling and thinking? Find out how animal telepathy can benefit your animal and your relationship, learn about the intuitive channels available for communication, and practice guided meditations to get started.
CREATIVE ARTS & NIGHTS OUT
Thursday 9/10 6–8pm
The Barn, Princeton
Create a beautiful sea glass tree during this fun night out! All materials will be provided, including a battery operated string of lights for your tree. Feel free to bring your own decorative objects. This class includes all materials, an adult beverage, an appetizer, tax, and gratuity. (No Waivers)
INTRODUCTION
A - Thursdays 9/10 - 9/24 5–7pm
B - Tuesdays 10/6 - 10/20 10am–12pm
C - Thursdays 11/5 - 11/19 5–7pm
Glimmerbug Art Studio, Harvard
Glimmerbug Art Studio, Harvard
Glimmerbug Art Studio, Harvard
In this fun, whimsical, and stress-free class, we'll explore watercolor techniques (wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, blotting, texture, etc.) to build a solid foundation for your watercolor journey. Materials list will be sent before class starts. (No Waivers)
Each
A - Tuesday 11/3
B - Tuesday 11/10
am–12pm
am–12pm
Glimmerbug Art Studio, Harvard
Glimmerbug Art Studio, Harvard
In this workshop, you will learn to create unique, hand-painted, and vibrant holiday cards using watercolor. We will paint 6 different cards together with step-by-step instructions and basic watercolor techniques. Beginners welcome! Materials list will be sent before class starts. (No Waivers)
MODERN CALLIGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS (21+)
Thursday 9/24
6–7:30pm
The Barn, Princeton
Learn basic calligraphy strokes, how to use a pointed pen, the anatomy of a nib, and how to get the ink to flow. The instructor will also lead you through a fun project at during the class. All materials are included and students will keep all materials at the end of class. This class includes an adult beverage, an appetizer, tax, and gratuity. (No Waivers)
PHOTOGRAPHY & MUSIC
INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY .........................................................................................................................................$89
Wednesdays 9/30-11/4 6–8:30pm Gardner
In this introductory class you will learn how to get the most out of your camera to make it a truly creative tool. You will learn how your camera works, the fundamentals of good photography, and tips about making great photo compositions. There will be assignments to help you apply class lessons. One field trip - date TBD in class.
INTERMEDIATE GUITAR
$75
Wednesdays 9/30-11/4 5:30–6:30pm Gardner
Learn the foundation of music theory as it relates to the guitar through learning and playing various scales in numerous genres of Western music. Upon completion of the course, you will be able to find chords to any song you hear, transpose songs and chords to different keys, and create and play lead guitar parts. Must bring a functional acoustic or electric guitar to class.
WELLNESS & DEMENTIA
INTRO TO AYURVEDA — ANCIENT WELLNESS .................................................................................................................................. $149 Wednesdays 9/30 - 11/4 5–7pm Gardner
Explore the foundations of Ayurveda and learn how diet, lifestyle, and seasonal routines can support balance and well-being. Discover practical tools for maintaining health and optimizing digestion, helping you create a life of wholeness.
DEMENTIA CHALLENGES: A MONTESSORI APPROACH TO SUCCESS ..............................................................................................$49
Thursday 9/24
6–7pm
Gardner
Gain the skills to conquer challenges by understanding triggers, reframing behaviors as symptoms, and mastering successful redirection techniques. Delve into the art of using fibs ethically and explore strategies for environmental preparation. Learn to tailor activities based on individual roles, strike a balance between connection and independence, create effective routines, and use cues for enhanced care. Elevate your approach to dementia care with this comprehensive and practical course. This class is appropriate for personal and professional caregivers, but not for those living with dementia. This program has been approved for 1.0 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program, Authorization Number D 92715. (No Waivers)
ACTIVITIES THAT MATTER: FINDING JOY AND PURPOSE IN DEMENTIA ENGAGEMENT ............................................................$49
Thursday 10/22
6–7pm
Gardner
Learn different methods for engaging someone with dementia through the day and through their progression of the disease. We will cover the dementia based Montessori method, types of activities, why they matter, bonuses of engagement, executing a successful activity, and modifying activities. This class is appropriate for personal and professional caregivers, but not for those living with dementia. (No Waivers)
AI & EXCEL
INTRODUCTION TO AI
Wednesdays 9/30-11/4 6:45–7:45pm
Gardner
Explore practical ways to use AI for self-improvement, creativity, and productivity. This course covers meal planning, fitness, AI-generated music, photography, and digital art. Learn how AI is shaping industries like healthcare, education, and business, while addressing ethical concerns including bias and misinformation. Perfect for both the curious and the cautious.
BEGINNER EXCEL
Monday & Wednesday 9/14 & 9/16 6–8pm
Learn how to create and edit basic Excel worksheets and workbooks.
Leominster
INTERMEDIATE EXCEL ..............................................................................................................................................................................
Mondays & Wednesdays 9/21 - 9/30 6–8pm
$109
Leominster
Learn to work with large worksheets; use print titles, headers and footers, hyperlinks, conditional formatting, formatting tables, and sorting and filtering. Also learn removing duplicates, using and managing named ranges, creating and using formulas and functions, converting text to columns, concatenating data, using csv files, and creating simple charts.
ADVANCED EXCEL .........................................................................................................................................................................................$75
Monday & Wednesday 10/5 & 10/7 6–8pm
Leominster
This advanced course covers working with multiple workbooks and data analysis. Topics include data consolidation, subtotals, outlines, 3-D formulas, linking workbooks, VLOOKUP, pivot tables and charts, using comments, and protecting and sharing workbooks.
WRITING, PUBLISHING & LITERATURE
WRITE THAT DARN BOOK — WRITE AND SELF PUBLISH YOUR BOOK ............................................................................$49
Thursday 10/22 6–7:30pm
Want to write a book but don’t know where to start? This class walks you through writing and self-publishing on Amazon. Overcome writer’s block, clarify your purpose, and finish your manuscript, while also covering essentials like design, formatting, and marketing— so you can move from idea to published book with confidence.
HOW TO WRITE YOUR LIFE STORY (FOR FUN OR FOR PROFIT) .......................................................................................................$59
Sunday 10/25 11am–2pm Online
Create an inspirational autobiography for family, friends, and others. Learn how to recall vivid memories, analyze events and people that shaped who you are, and bring your story to life. Printing/publishing options will also be discussed. (No Waivers)
BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO USING FREE CHATGPT (AI) FOR WRITERS ..................................................................................................$55
Thursday 10/29 5–7pm Online
Learn how to use ChatGPT to spark ideas, write content, and enhance your creativity. This beginner-friendly class covers prompt writing, creative and professional uses, ethical tips, and more. Includes handouts. (No Waivers)
