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Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint (Online)
with Robin Adams

This beginner-level course provides a comprehensive introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint, a powerful tool for creating dynamic and visually engaging presentations. Participants will learn how to navigate the PowerPoint interface, design effective slides, insert and format text and images, and more. Basic computer skills and Microsoft PowerPoint are required for this class.
Introduction to Basic Banking (Online)
with Marta Carey

Taught by the President of the Center for Financial Training, this course provides an overview and history of the banking system. Learn how the Federal Reserve System is structured, the "two types of money," how interest is calculated, and more!
Introduction to Digital Photography (In-Person) Torrington
with Charles Unitas

This course will introduce you to your DSLR or mirrorless digital camera, its settings, and how to properly use it to get consistently better images with stronger compositions. In this course taught by a certified professional photographer, graphic designer, and illustrator, learn the "exposure triangle", recognize and fix difficult lighting situations, and discover the basics of good composition. Registered students must bring their digital cameras (cell phones are not permitted).
Planning Today for a Financially Successful Tomorrow (In-Person) Litchfield
with Corrin Burke

Taught by a Certified Financial Planner® and the head of Successful Wealth Strategies LLC, this comprehensive course is designed to help you take control of your financial future through mindful planning. Find out what success means for each person, discover the power of visualization, complete a dream goal purpose worksheet and more!
Pressed Flower Bookmark (In-Person) Litchfield
with David Silver

This course features pressed botanical material. Participants will create their own 6” x 2” bookmark using this material. The bookmarks will be laminated, and a colorful tassel will be added. A presentation on pressed flower art, including types of flower presses, types of pressed material, techniques, and a gallery of pressed artwork, will also be shown. A $20 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. Students must also bring their pair of flat-ended tweezers
Getting Paid to Talk: An Introduction to Professional Voice Over (Online)
with Voice Coaches

Have you ever wondered how to get started in the world of voiceovers, whether as a part-time or full-time endeavor or as a source of supplemental or retirement income? Then, this course is a great, upbeat, and most importantly, realistic first step. Our easy-to-access remote learning system will take you behind the scenes at Voice Coaches' main studios, where we regularly produce voice-over content for clients including Netflix, Discovery, HGTV, Disney, Lifetime, Nickelodeon, and more. From audiobooks, training material, animation, and commercials to socially relevant content, television, and much, much more! Today’s voiceover field has become a great way to leverage your individual voice qualities and communication skills in a whole new way. The course includes an opportunity to receive a brief one-on-one voice range and quality assessment with our instructor.
Watercolor Flowers (In-Person) Litchfield
with Nancy Roman

Come paint a lovely watercolor flower! Participants should bring a printed 5X7 photo of flowers of their choosing - photos with large blossoms work best. Photos can feature a tabletop arrangement or an outdoor scene. The instructor will have several photos to choose from if needed. All materials will be provided by the instructor.
Amazing Alcohol Inks: Techniques and Play (In-Person) Torrington
with Faye Tway-Grant

Learn and practice the different ways you can produce art using alcohol inks. Create suncatchers, landscapes, and abstract designs on tile, glass, or canvas. There is a $20 supply fee payable to the instructor the first night of class.