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Classes are for students 18+ unless otherwise noted.

Fine Arts & Crafts

Fitness & Dance

Music, Theater & Film

Self-Paced Online Learning

Technology, Finance & Career

Wellness & Life

Writing & Literature

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Italian
Languages

Buongiorno! Are you ready to learn Italian in a fun and interesting way? Through conversation about everyday life, we will learn vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar as we explore Italian culture and la dolce vita. Gain a solid knowledge of the language of music and love. Level 1: Get introduced to basic grammar topics including pronunciation, personal pronouns, indefinite and definite articles, singular and plural forms of nouns and adjectives, gender, and number agreement. Learn to describe everyday activities using the present tense of regular and irregular verbs. Level 2: Work on improving spoken Italian, mastering reflexive verbs, past tense of regular and irregular verbs, and possessive adjectives.

Click with Confidence: Digital Photography for Beginners
Fine Arts & Crafts

Baffled by all of the bells and whistles on your digital camera? Learn how and when to use its special features—including program mode, manual mode, aperture priority, and shutter priority—in this class for beginners. We’ll also cover the basics of composition and lighting for different types of photography, from landscapes and macros to portraits and plants. Have your camera on hand and get ready to shoot with confidence.

BollyX LIT
Fitness & Dance

This class is the low-impact version—but still high-energy—of the Bollywood-inspired dance-fitness program. At the very core of a BollyX workout is the inspiration it draws from the infectious energy, expression, and movement of the music and dance of Bollywood, the film industry of India. Follow along and learn the dance moves as you go. This great cardio workout will get you moving, sweating, and smiling.

Learn to Draw from Observation
Fine Arts & Crafts

Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to build a solid drawing foundation, this course focuses on drawing what you see. Learn to observe closely, break down objects into simple forms, and translate them onto paper with greater accuracy and confidence. Each week we’ll introduce a new concept through guided exercises and a final project that encourages creativity. Practice essential techniques like contour drawing, shading, proportion, and composition using real-life objects. All you need is a set of basic drawing supplies and a willingness to look closely. The class materials list can be found here. Please do not purchase materials until we confirm the class has met minimum enrollment.

ESOL Level 3: English for Speakers of Other Languages
Languages

This class is designed for students who have already taken the ACE Level 2 class. The class will focus on enhancing students' speaking and listening skills, as well as enriching students' vocabulary. Co-sponsored by the Robbins Library. Please note: Priority goes to Arlington residents. Register for one session only. If you live outside of Arlington, please add yourself to our “non-resident waitlist” class and we will contact you if we have space. Prerequisite: Students must know how to read and write the Roman alphabet. Attendance Policy: Students are expected to attend regularly. If you have to miss a class, you must notify the instructor in advance. Students who do not show up for the first class without notifying the instructor will be removed from the roster and will not be allowed to register for the following term. Students who miss more than three classes in a term will not be allowed to register for the following term.

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