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AARP Smart Driver Course (In-Person) Litchfield

Free
Calendar Feb 19, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week

In this refresher class offered by AARP for drivers aged 50 and older, students will review the challenges faced by aging drivers and learn strategies for staying safe and confident on the road. Please bring your AARP card to class if you have one. A fee is due at the time of class, payable to “AARP”: $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers.

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Tai Chi for Beginners (In-Person) Watertown

$59

with Trevor Biggs

Calendar Feb 25, 2026 at 7 pm, runs for 5 weeks

This course introduces Tai Chi postures and promotes health and wellness through Qi Gong practices. Learn routines that incorporate walking, weight shifting, balancing on one or both feet, and introductory forms.

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Getting Paid to Talk: An Introduction to Professional Voice Over (Online)

$25

with Voice Coaches

Calendar Feb 26, 2026 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

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 class 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 class includes an opportunity to receive a brief one-on-one voice range and quality assessment with the instructor.

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Misadventures in Natural History (Online)

$25

with Rebecca Ann Lexa

Calendar Mar 3, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Our understanding of nature has evolved in surprising ways. Explore the fascinating, beneficial, and sometimes downright wacky methods humans have used to classify the animals and plants that share our natural world.

Introduction to Sketch Comedy (Online)

$105

with Matthew Bianchini

Calendar Mar 4, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Taught by a professional sitcom writer, musician, and artist, this course breaks down the mechanics of humor, explores various comedic genres, and guides students in developing their own comedic voice. The course also covers the history of sketch comedy and the elements that make it successful.

Women's Self-Defense (In-Person) Practical Self Defense Training Center

$125

with Ronald Kosakowski

Calendar Mar 7, 2026 at 10:30 am, runs for 6 weeks

Learn practical self-defense tactics for a variety of scenarios, taught by a seasoned instructor and owner of the University of Martial Arts in Waterbury, CT. The course combines lecture with hands-on practice, covering grappling from different angles and defensive striking tactics. Gain confidence and essential survival skills in a supportive environment. Mats will be provided, and students are encouraged to wear loose, comfortable clothing and sneakers.

Boating & Personal Watercraft Safety (Online)

$75

with Glenn Dean

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

This comprehensive certification course equips you with the knowledge and credentials to legally operate a boat or personal watercraft and includes the water ski towing endorsement. Once you complete the course and obtain your certification, it is valid for life!

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The Venus Cycle: Sky Map for Personal Transformation (In-Person) Litchfield

$25

with Sharon Fortier

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

The Venus Cycle invites you to explore an ancient celestial rhythm that supports deep personal growth and healing. Rooted in the astronomical movements of Venus and inspired by the timeless myth of Inanna’s descent, this cycle offers a unique path to connect with the cosmic flow and your transformation.





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