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Bob Dylan as Literature & Inspiration

Bob Dylan is not just one of the great American songwriters, he’s an eminent storyteller. From the fairy-tale simplicity of “Girl from the North Country” to the surrealist panorama of “Subterranean Homesick Blues” to the autobiographical narrative of “Sara,” Dylan’s songs have transported listeners to worlds real and imagined. In this literature and writing class, we’ll examine the literary forms of surrealist poetry, lyrical ballads, and protest songs and learn how to apply these techniques to our own writing.

Tue, May 21 - Jun 11

7:00 - 8:30 PM

Arlington High School

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BollyX LIT (Low Impact)

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, learn the dance moves as you go, and get a great cardio workout to get you moving, sweating, and smiling. No previous dance experience is required!

Mon, Apr 22 - Jun 10

Arlington Community Center

BollyX Workout

Be exposed to a new musical genre while you get an amazing cardio workout with this dynamic dance-fitness program that draws inspiration from the high-energy song and dance sequences of India’s Bollywood movies. Have lots of fun, unleash your inner swagger, and engage your entire body as you cycle between high and low levels of intensity choreographed to great tunes from around the world. Moves can be modified for any fitness level. No experience necessary.

Wed, Apr 24 - Jun 5

Bookkeeping Lunchtime Learning Series

Small business owners, does just reading the word bookkeeping make you want to run and hide? Take a break from your workday as you find out how you can DIY your bookkeeping with ease—without needing an accounting degree. Bookkeeping 101: We’ll talk about why proper bookkeeping is essential for the small business owner and explore how accounting software (such as QuickBooks) makes bookkeeping easier and more accurate than a spreadsheet (or shoebox!). Ideal for those without any prior experience in bookkeeping, and/or who have anxiety around the topic. QuickBooks 101: QuickBooks Online is an incredible accounting program, but it can be tricky to set up properly and it’s easy to make a mistake if you don’t have an accounting background. This jargon-free workshop will walk you through the top ten tips to ensure you are using your QuickBooks Online account properly. Intended for small-business owners (sole-prop/LLC) with service-based businesses using QuickBooks Online. Please note that this class will not cover QuickBooks Desktop or QuickBooks Self-Employed, which are different products. P&L 101: This friendly workshop will explain in plain English what a Profit & Loss statement is, how you put it together, how you read it, and how you use it to run a more profitable business. This class is intended for small-business owners (sole-prop/LLC) with service-based businesses.you put it together, how you read it, and how you use it to run a more profitable business. This class is intended for small-business owners (sole-prop/LLC) with service-based businesses.

12:00 - 1:00 PM

12:00 - 1:00 PM

12:00 - 1:00 PM

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Books & Cooks

Mix up cookies, cakes, muffins, and more in this sweet class inspired by stories. We’ll start each day with a story that introduces our recipe of the day. Then we’ll go over the recipe together, talk about the ingredients, and practice measuring and following directions as we work to bake our tasty treat.

Mon-Fri, Aug 5 - Aug 9

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Arlington High School

Boston’s Big Dig Archaeology

Boston’s Big Dig rerouted the city’s highway corridors in the 1990s into tunnels extending from Charlestown to South Boston. It also provided archaeologists with a unique opportunity to explore sites associated with the area’s earliest Native American and European inhabitants. This illustrated presentation highlights human adaptations to Boston’s marine and coastal setting over the past 2,000 years, as well as colonial-period sites that were “frozen in time” in 1775 on the day of the Battle of Bunker Hill.

Arlington High School

Botanical Watercolors

The fragile beauty of flowers and the vibrancy of watercolors go hand in hand. Learn how to paint several types of flowers, from start to finish. Get expert step-by-step guidance for color mixing and brushwork. Explore the finer details of nature in color, light, and form and learn watercolor tips and tricks that you can use for a lifetime. All levels from beginners to advanced are welcome. Some materials are included. The class materials list can be found here.

Tue, Apr 23 - Jun 11

Arlington High School

Bridge

Engage your brain—play bridge! An exciting card game of logic and detective work, it’s also a great way to be social. We will learn by playing, not lecture. Play with a partner against another pair, so bring a friend (or foursome) if you can. Singles are welcome and will be paired up in class. Beginner: Get all the very basics, including bidding, playing, and defending in modern bridge. Required text: Bridge Basics 1 - An Introduction by Audrey Grant. Available online new and used - please purchase before Week #2 of class but not before we confirm the class has reached minimum enrollment and is running. Advanced Beginner: Learn a variety of competitive bidding techniques. Ideal for players who have completed the Beginning class or similar introductory class or for players who would like a refresher. Required text: Bridge Basics 2 - Competitive Bidding by Audrey Grant. Available online new and used - please purchase before Week #2 of class but not before we confirm that the class has reached minimum enrollment and is running.

Tue, Apr 23 - Jun 11

Arlington High School

Broadway Bound

Get a backstage pass to the dazzling world of musical theater. We will explore a variety of Broadway musicals, from The Sound of Music to Hamilton, discussing their storylines and characters. Discover your inner performer and step into the spotlight as you engage in short acting scenes, learn iconic group songs, and showcase individual solos that define each show.

Mon-Fri, Jul 22 - Jul 26

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Arlington High School

Canasta for Beginners

More popular than ever with adults of all ages, the card game canasta is fun, strategic, and addictive. Learn Modern American Canasta rules, scoring, and basic strategies through instruction and guided play. Meet new friends or gather your crew—either way, canasta offers great brain exercise in a fun and social environment. In the event that a makeup class is needed, it will be held Tuesday, June 18.

Wed, May 8 - Jun 12

Arlington High School

Candy Shoppe

Explore your sweet side and learn how to make your own candy. Create a variety of homemade sweets, including hard candy, jelly candy, and beautiful chocolates. Dazzle your friends and family with your new confectionary skills. You’ll have plenty of tasty treats to bring home to share, as well as a stash to satisfy your own sweet tooth.

Mon-Fri, Jul 22 - Jul 26

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mon-Fri, Jul 22 - Jul 26

12:30 - 3:30 PM

Cane a Chair

Fix a family heirloom, create a keepsake, or rescue a chair from the trash. Bring a chair you want to re-cane to the first class. It should be light enough to carry and have a series of holes in the wood rail around the seat opening. We’ll prepare the chair, determine the cane size you need to purchase, and discuss how to order materials (about $35). Leave the final class with a restored chair and a new hands-on hobby. Please note: materials will cost between $30-$35 and you will be told how to order after the first class.

Thu, Apr 25 - May 30

Cartoons and Comics

Express your comical observations and improve your drawing skills as you turn scribbles into hilarious cartoons and develop multi-sequence comic strips that tell a story. Learn how to express action, capture expression, and exaggerate key features to bring humorous and/or heroic characters to life.

Wed, Apr 24 - May 22

Dallin Elementary School

Central Square Food & Mural Arts Tour

Explore this diverse and fun Cambridge community through its unique food and inspiring art. Meet area restaurateurs and sample delicious dishes along famed Mass. Ave. Fill your belly with eats from irresistible arancini to heart-warming donut pudding, and wash it all down with a local beer (alcoholic or non). Uncover the vibrant public art of Central Square, including iconic Graffiti Alley, impressive large-scale murals commissioned by the city from award-winning local talent, and a hidden art passageway. All ages welcome.

12:00 - 2:30 PM

Chair Yoga

One great thing about yoga is that it can be adapted to suit anyone’s needs. Chair yoga is especially beneficial for beginners, senior citizens, people with injuries, or those looking to learn how to apply yoga techniques at the office. As we practice chair yoga, our bodies relax and our minds quiet. During our time together, we will increase our self-awareness and revitalize our lives. Yoga has been proven to improve strength and flexibility as well as reduce stress and manage pain. The chair yoga postures taught in this class can be integrated throughout your day. Please note: Classes will not be held on May 21 and May 28.

Tue, Apr 23 - Jun 25

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Charlie Gibson House Museum Tour: "Upstairs Downstairs"

Explore the lives of the young, Irish immigrant women who worked in domestic service in the grand houses of the Back Bay during the 19th century on this tour of the Gibson House historical house museum, an 1860 Victorian rowhouse that was home to three generations of the Gibson family. The working and living spaces of the staff will be the focus, highlighting the last surviving coal shed in the Back Bay and the fifth-floor servant bedroom. Ages 10+ Please note: The tour is one hour and involves walking up and down five flights of stairs.

Gibson House Museum

Cheese Tasting: Funky Favorites

Feeling adventurous? Join a cheesemonger to learn about and taste some of Formaggio’s funkiest favorite cheeses. As you taste your way through, you will come to appreciate the incredible skill needed to produce them. Although wine will not be served, throughout this tasting you will also learn helpful tips and tricks for pairing wine with more robust cheese flavors. You’ll leave this class having discovered some new favorites!

Arlington High School

Chess Wizards

Considered one of the greatest games ever invented, chess teaches many important life concepts such as concentration, sportsmanship, how to win graciously, and how to accept defeat with dignity. Learn chess rules, positional tactics, and basic to more advanced moves with the guidance of an experienced chess master. We will divide into groups according to experience, and end the week with a mini-chess tournament.

Mon-Fri, Jul 15 - Jul 19

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mon-Fri, Jul 15 - Jul 19

12:30 - 3:30 PM

Mon-Fri, Jul 29 - Aug 2

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Chess Wizards

Considered one of the greatest games ever invented, chess teaches many important life concepts such as how to win graciously, how to accept defeat with dignity, concentration, and sportsmanship. Learn chess rules, positional tactics, and basics to more advanced moves with the guidance of an experienced chess master. We will divide into groups according to experience and end the program with a mini chess tournament. All levels welcome.

Mon, Apr 22 - Jun 10

Tue, Apr 23 - Jun 4

Wed, Apr 24 - Jun 5

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Chinatown Food Tour

Boston’s Chinatown is filled with so many little shops and restaurants—it’s easy to get lost amid its colorful window displays and enticing aromas. Our journey begins in the heart of Chinatown, where we’ll learn about its history while stopping at a few shops and bakeries for samples. Next, we’ll visit a Chinese herbal shop to examine traditional Chinese medicinal remedies, before touring a Chinese market to explore exotic produce and other unique offerings. We’ll also try dim sum from a traditional and popular restaurant. Please note: Dietary restrictions CANNOT be accommodated on this food tour.

Sun, May 5

10:45 AM - 1:15 PM

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Chinese Kitchen: Scallion Pancakes 蔥油餅

Any dim sum meal or order of Chinese takeout will never feel complete without scallion pancakes (cong you bing). Crispy and flaky on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside, this appetizer is the ideal starter to any Asian feast. We will mix and knead the dough before incorporating a chopped green onion filling, then we’ll pan fry in oil our delicious layered pancakes.

Dallin Elementary School

Chinese Kitchen: Taro Balls 芋圆

Taro balls, yu yuan, area sweet Taiwanese treat. In the classic version, taro root and sweet potatoes are mixed with rice flour and divided into morsels which are boiled until every bite reaches the perfect level of chewiness. We’ll make these, as well as experiment with other root vegetables and common ingredients, to make a variety of sweet doughs. After cooking our yu yuan we will eat our sweet treats, served over ice cream.

Dallin Elementary School

Chocolate Explosion!

Halloween is long over, and the last of the Valentine’s candy wrappers went out with last week’s trash. You hate the idea of buying MORE candy, with those unpronounceable ingredients and endless plastic waste, but what will you do about that sweet tooth? Learn how to make your very own peppermint patties, Mounds, Almond Joy, and peanut butter cups from scratch, using ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Be sure to bring lots of containers to take home your delicious hand-dipped creations. Please note: this class has nuts, dairy, coconut and accommodations cannot be made.

Arlington High School

Circuit Makers 101

Let’s get creative with electricity! In this hands-on electronics course, gain experience creating your own electronics. Design custom light-up greeting cards, electric games, mazes, and even musical instruments. Each day consists of a circuitry lesson and a hands-on project, using components like lights, buzzers, switches, motors, and sensors.

Mon-Fri, Jul 8 - Jul 12

12:30 - 3:30 PM

Mon-Fri, Jul 22 - Jul 26

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mon-Fri, Aug 5 - Aug 9

12:30 - 3:30 PM

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