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James Joyce, Sylvia Beach, & Ulysses (Online)

$65

with Kathleen Donnelly

Calendar Mar 17, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 3 weeks

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.

Travel Journaling (Online)

$39

with Marni Amsellem

Calendar Mar 23, 2026 at 7 pm, runs for 2 weeks

***THIS CLASS WILL START ON MARCH 23RD NOT MARCH 16TH AS INDICATED IN THE PRINTED CATALOG***

Cultivate a meaningful journaling practice to enrich your travel experiences and support personal growth. In a course led by a licensed clinical psychologist, explore travel writing as a vehicle for insights and reflection through prompts and exercises. Students should bring a journal and writing utensils to the first class.

Become A Social Media Expert (In-Person) Litchfield

$35

with Lazar Ivanov

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 2 weeks

***This class will be held 6-7:30 for two weeks not 4 as stated in the catalog***

Start, plan, and develop your online presence! Develop and grow your social media business in this course taught by a small business owner and entrepreneur with a master’s degree. Confidently post, grow your influence, and learn the basics of marketing, advertising, monetization, and account management.

Will run

Reiki I Certification (In-Person) Watertown

$55

with Carmen Byram

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 2 weeks

Explore how to share Reiki with your family and friends, or even extend your practice to the community through volunteer work. Certificates will be awarded by the instructor upon completion.

Full Course

Introduction to Grant Writing (Online)

$25

with Kellie Markle

Calendar Apr 13, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

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.

Become a Social Media Expert (In-Person) Torrington

$35

with Lazar Ivanov

Calendar Apr 21, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

***This class will be held 6-7:30 for two weeks not 4 as stated in the catalog***

Start, plan, and develop your online presence! Develop and grow your social media business in this course taught by a small business owner and entrepreneur with a master’s degree. Confidently post, grow your influence, and learn the basics of marketing, advertising, monetization, and account management.

Reiki II Certification (In-Person) Watertown

$55

with Carmen Byram

Calendar Apr 21, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 2 weeks

A continuation of Reiki I, this course explores additional symbols and attunements, including distance healing techniques. Prerequisite: Completion and certification of Reiki I.

Will run

Introduction to Grant Writing (Online)

$25

with Kellie Markle

Calendar Apr 22, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

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.





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