Prepare for a secure and confident retirement planning with this comprehensive course. It explores key topics, such as the effects of inflation, taxes, investment basics, types of retirement plans, insurance, and estate planning considerations.

According to American artist John Singer Sargent, “A portrait is a picture in which there is just a tiny little something not quite right about the mouth.” In this course, explore sketching techniques and facial proportions while gaining valuable experience in sketching portraits with ShawnaLee, a board member of the CT Society of Portrait Artists. Students will complete several portrait sketches throughout the course. A recommended materials list will be emailed to students before the first class.

This second-level course builds on foundational writing skills, covering more advanced techniques in narrative fiction writing for the page, stage, and screen. Identify sophisticated fiction-writing techniques to weave well-structured plots, create compelling characters, communicate insightful themes, fulfill genre conventions, design an interesting setting, and shape your own distinctive writing style. This course culminates in a detailed outline for a full-length original work. Prerequisite: Creative Writing 1: Beginners Level.

This course provides an overview of the basics of grant writing for nonprofits and other organizations seeking funding. Learn how to identify potential funding sources, understand key components of a grant proposal, and develop effective strategies for writing compelling narratives and budgets.

***THERE IS NO CLASS ON APRIL 8TH, THE LAST CLASS WILL BE ON APRIL 15TH***

Explore three colorwork knitting techniques in this five-part, beginner-friendly course. Master working with multiple yarns, managing yarn floats, and reading charts. Building on basic skills such as casting on, knitting, purling, and binding off. By the end of the course, students will be able to confidently knit using mosaic, intarsia, and stranded techniques. The instructor will email a supply list before the first class, and students should also download a pattern from Berroco, which will be provided in advance.

Explore how to use trusts to avoid probate, minimize estate taxes, preserve IRA funds, provide for disabled family members, protect assets from Medicaid, and protect your estate from your children’s creditors.

This course provides an overview of the basics of grant writing for nonprofits and other organizations seeking funding. Learn how to identify potential funding sources, understand key components of a grant proposal, and develop effective strategies for writing compelling narratives and budgets.

This interactive class is an experience that brings people together through the love of food. For the seasoned entertainer or novice, this class will elevate your skills and teach you how to design and present a stunning charcuterie board. You will be guided through the process of creating a salami flower, a kiwi star, a provolone rose, and much more! The fee includes four cheeses, two meats, a selection of dried and fresh fruits, fresh herbs, crackers or flatbread, and a 9” bamboo disposable board. All tools will be provided for use during class (not included for take-home use).