Do you have a short story, a poem, or an essay you’re ready to submit? Are you curious about publishing in literary journals? Or maybe you are ready to send your chapbook or book to a publisher. This workshop offers a deep dive into the submission process with advice and resources for finding a market for your work. Attendees will leave with an inside look into how editors and publishers evaluate and select work, and resources to help you organize and track submissions. We will also discuss the pros and cons of self-publishing. This workshop will help you turn rejection into acceptance.

Get solid advice about how to be a landlord from someone who has been there! Discuss advertising, screening tenants, security deposits, repairs, evictions, and more. Explore if you have what it takes to succeed in this challenging but rewarding profession. Instructor is an experienced landlord, who has owned and managed both long-term and short-term rentals.

Does your Mac sometimes feel more confusing than helpful? In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to navigate your Mac with confidence. We’ll explore Finder, key settings, built-in apps, and everyday tools like Safari, Mail, and Calendar, along with Apple apps such as Pages, Photos, and iMovie. Bring your Mac and follow along to become more comfortable and productive using your device every day.

Nothing can beat homemade tamales. They are delicious and fun to make. Particularly during the holiday season, friends and family gather to assemble tamales. It is a magical moment where we create a memory of the tamales experience. We will be making chicken mole tamales and black bean chipotle tamales. We'll also make Mexican manchamanteles mole from scratch.

Create your own needle-felted mushroom ornament made by shaping wool roving with a special needle to create an adorable ornament. All skill levels are welcome and all supplies are included.

When someone you love is living in a nursing home or preparing to move into one, it can be hard to know what quality care should look like. This supportive class helps families understand common signs of good care, warning signs of safety concerns, and practical steps for asking questions, documenting concerns, and reporting issues when needed. Participants will leave with clearer expectations, helpful language for communicating with care staff, and tools to better advocate for their loved one with confidence and care.

Unlock the secret to better health — starting in your gut! In this exciting, practical class, you’ll discover how functional nutrition tackles the root causes of many common issues instead of just masking symptoms. Learn about the powerful connection between your microbiome, leaky gut, and chronic inflammation — and how imbalances here can drive fatigue, digestive problems, brain fog, food sensitivities, and more. Master the simple yet powerful 5R approach to heal your gut using real food, targeted supplements, and lifestyle changes. Take charge of your health and feel better from the inside out!

New to machine quilting? Start your journey by making a unique table runner that shows off your creative side. Choose from a variety of quilt block styles, then piece together fun fabric colors and patterns to create eight blocks that you'll join using a sashing technique. Basic sewing machine skills required. Bring supplies listed in confirmation. Supply fee of $25 paid to instructor the first session.

Current research shows lifestyle and diet have a big effect on how the brain ages. Cognitive function, which covers all aspects of perceiving, thinking, and reasoning, can improve. And the very good news is no matter what your age, there are things you can begin to do today to improve how quickly and effectively brain cells communicate with each other. We'll discuss which 'superfoods' reduce the damaging effects of toxins and inflammation on the brain and which nutrients are great for memory, attention, processing information, and reducing stress. You'll learn simple, easy strategies to help your brain stay healthy and alert.

Get into the magic of the Christmas season with this fun and festive Santa gnome class! Create your very own charming Santa-inspired gnome featuring cozy textures, festive fabrics, a fluffy beard, and rustic holiday accents that will make the perfect addition to your Christmas décor. Best of all, no sewing is involved! Join instructor Alicia for an evening filled with creativity, laughter, and holiday cheer while learning step-by-step how to craft your adorable handmade Santa gnome. Enjoy delicious food and drinks available for purchase as you relax and create in the warm and inviting atmosphere of POUR Wine Bar & Bistro.This class is perfect for a festive night out with friends, a holiday date night, or simply treating yourself to a cozy creative experience this Christmas season!

Fall into the season with a homemade galette and strudel. In this fun, interactive online class, you’ll learn a technique for making a pie crust from scratch, and we’ll use 100% butter. We’ll turn this pie crust into a savory spinach-and-cheese galette. While the galette bakes, we’ll make apple strudel with store-bought phyllo dough.

Dating apps have changed the way we connect, but knowing how to protect yourself makes all the difference. This one-hour class covers how to navigate today's most popular dating apps, protect your personal information, and use built-in safety features so you can connect with others confidently and securely.

Crispy, golden-edged carnitas with juicy, melt-in-your-mouth centers... this is what taco dreams are made of. Join this chef-led, hands-on cook-along and create a full-flavored from scratch carnita feast in your own kitchen. You will learn to create tender, flavorful carnitas using an electric multi-cooker and learn the essential techniques and ingredients that make this mouthwatering melt-in-your-mouth dish, so delicious. From there, you’ll learn how to make both soft flour tortillas, and traditional corn tortillas from scratch, gaining confidence in working with different types of dough. To complete the experience, we’ll prepare quick-pickled red onions that add the perfect bright, tangy contrast that brings everything together into the perfect bite. On the menu: Multi-cooker Carnitas, handcrafted flour tortillas, handcrafted corn tortillas, and quick-pickled redonions. Equipment Needs: Electric Multi-cooker (any brand), non-stick pan, stand-mixer with paddle & dough hook attachments (optional). Note: One registration fee for this online virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home ONLY. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must register SEPARATELY even if participating together.

Discover the charm of wool applique in this beginner-friendly class designed to spark creativity and build foundational skills. Choose a seasonal motif, then cut and arrange felted wool shapes on a 9” table mat. Learn how to embellish your mat using simple yet beautiful hand embroidery stitches - perfect for home décor or as a thoughtful gift. Bring a sharp fabric scissors. All skill levels are welcome. Supply fee of $25 paid to instructor the first session.

Step into the magical world of children's and YA literature—and learn how to captivate young readers like a pro! This dynamic class dives deep into the hottest market trends, age-smart storytelling techniques, and unforgettable character creation that speaks directly to kids and teens. You'll also get insider tips on crafting submissions that grab the attention of kid-lit magazines and publishers. Whether you're dreaming of picture books or YA novels, this is your launchpad to creating stories that kids won't put down. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide professor of publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee.