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Knit in Color (In-Person) Litchfield
with Dawn Zillich
***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.
Protect Yourself & Your Family With Trusts (Online)
with Thomas Murphy
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.
Will run
Introduction to Grant Writing (Online)
with Kellie Markle
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.
Chell's Charcuterie Class (In-Person) Torrington
with Michelle Richardson
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).
Will run
Sea Glass Wire Wrapping 101 (In-Person) Watertown
with Laurie Lynne Zlotowski
Learn how to wire up anything found on a beach. Choose from beautiful sea glass and colorful allergen-free wire to make two pendant necklaces, perfect for gift giving! Two different wiring techniques will be shown. A $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.
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James Joyce, Sylvia Beach, & Ulysses (Online)
with Kathleen Donnelly
In 1920s Paris, James Joyce struggled to find a publisher for his groundbreaking novel, Ulysses. Enter Sylvia Beach, a Preacher’s kid from New Jersey, and her legendary bookstore, Shakespeare and Co., who took on the challenge. In this course, taught by the author of Such Friends: The Literary 1920s, Vol. III, 1922, explore the vibrant creative context of 1920s Paris and the obstacles faced by writers and publishers introducing innovative works. The third class features an online screening of Left Bank, a new documentary by Lisa Reznik Meyers, which brings these writers and their world to life.
Window Replacement Made Easy (Online)
with Paul O'Doherty
Want to save on your heat and air conditioning bills and take advantage of incentive programs available, but aren’t sure where to start? Learn about Low-E, Argon, Triple Pane, Wood, Vinyl, and Composite windows, and find out how much to pay for high-quality options. Join an experienced Master Carpenter to get answers and practical guidance. This class is perfect for anyone considering window replacement or planning a DIY project.
Beginning Jitterbug Swing (In-Person) Watertown
with Jim Zaccaria
Join us for two fun-filled evenings exploring the basics and beyond of one of the most popular of swing dances - Jitterbug Swing! Dancing to a variety of up-tempo music from the swing era to today, you’ll learn exciting moves from both open and closed positions, including underarm turns, kicks, spins, and even the occasional dip.