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From Flour to Flavor: Crafting Authentic Potstickers

$74

with Jeff Mao

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 13, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

Learn the fundamentals of making Chinese Dumplings at home. In this class, you will learn how to make fresh scratch-made dough and roll your own wrappers, then how to fold and pleat them after stuffing with pork filling. We will then water-fry/steam them to create a restaurant favorite – pot sticker dumplings! Additionally, you will learn to make your own ginger-scallion oil and the instructor will talk about other common Chinese condiments used for dipping sauces. All ingredients & equipment provided. Plant-based ground meat can be substituted for pork upon request. Dumpling wrappers include gluten. Allergen Info: Contains soy and gluten.

Stained Glass for Beginners

$145

with Penny Hartwell

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 13, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 8 weeks

Beautiful objects are created in this class every semester by beginners. You can create a stained glass window or lampshade using the copper-foil technique. Learn acid etching and drilling. This is a fun and rewarding course. A complete list of materials will be discussed on the first night of class. The cost of materials is not included in the course fee and can vary depending on choice of glass and what your imagination will create. Note: You will also need to purchase your own tools, which can run between $45-$95. *No Class: 4/20 & 5/25.

Yoga Nidra

$20

with Heather Laffely

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 13, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on May 11, 2026

Yoga Nidra is a meditative yoga practice, also known as "yogic sleep", that encourages a consciousness residing between sleep and awake. It is a guided meditation that focuses on relaxation and/or conscious dreaming. The class is practiced laying down, comfortable and supported with props, where the mind, body and senses are guided by the instructor into a physiological state of rest. Yoga nidra offers a break from the sensory overload often induced by busy life, screens and media. Among the many health benefits associated with yoga nidra are: improved sleep quality, stress-reduction, enhanced cognitive function, and a general sense of well-being. No previous experience necessary.

Mini Astrology Reading: Individual Sessions

$30

with Rebecca Quigg

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 13, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week
5 additional sessions through Apr 13, 2026

Gain self-insight with this Sun, Moon, and Ascendant Mini Astrology Reading. This bite sized yet powerful session focuses on three influential placements in your birth chart that reveal aspects of your personality, your emotional world, and how others perceive you. This fifteen-minute reading by Rebecca Quigg of Pluto's Heart Astrology is perfect for curious astrology beginners or anyone wanting a quick yet illuminating glimpse into their chart. A birth date, exact birth time, and birth place are required. *One person per session.

Unleash Your Inner Artist: A One Day Intuitive Painting Workshop

$40

with Catherine Scanlon

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 14, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 1 week

Immerse yourself in this one day intuitive painting workshop, where creativity knows no bounds. Using an oversized canvas, you'll explore spontaneous and expressive techniques to create a layered masterpiece that reflects your inner vision. No prior experience needed—just bring a pencil, your favorite paint brushes, and six craft paint colors! A $25 materials fee is due to the instructor on night of class. The $25 materials fee covers everything you’ll need. Join us for an unforgettable artistic journey.

Mobiles: Creating Unique Floating and Flowing Art!

$65

with Chris Toy

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 14, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Join Chris Toy for a unique, zen, hands-on workshop creating mesmerizing floating and flowing Mobiles and Stabiles! Transform how you see nature walks. Materials (driftwood, shells, feathers, wire) provided. Bring needle nose pliers and discoveries from your own walks if desired. Just bring your imagination!

Stained Glass Studio

$125

with Penny Hartwell

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 14, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 8 weeks

Have you already taken Stained Glass for Beginners with Penny? Are you looking to continue working on your stain glass project or start a new one? Then this studio class is for you! Come join Penny to freshen up your skills, learn new advanced skills, build in 3D, and explore other possibilities. Bring your own tools and glass. *No Class: 4/21.

Beginner Line Dancing to Rock/Pop Songs

$42

with Anne Sirois

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 14, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 3 weeks
1 additional session on Jun 16, 2026

This is a beginner/slightly intermediate class that does not increase in difficulty. It focuses on everyone meeting for community and having fun. I choreograph light and easy, short dances to 80’s through current rock/pop songs. We break them down, then rehearse them 3-4 times before doing it to music. We usually get through 4 or 5 dances in one hour. The goal is to experience the basics of line dancing with confidence, relaxation, and joy. *This program runs for 3 weeks per session on the specified dates: 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 (March Session); 4/14, 4/21, 4/28 (April Session) and 6/9, 6/16, 6/23 (June Session).





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