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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.

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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

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

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

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

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

Citizenship Exam Prep Class

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship test. Learn how government works, understand your rights and responsibilities as a citizen, learn the answers to all of the questions on the civics and history portion of the test, improve your English, and prepare to pass the exam. Requirements to apply for citizenship are a green card for five years (or married to an American citizen and green card for three years) and intermediate level English. This free class meets for 10 weeks, 2 hours per week. For more information: https://www.stmarksesol.org/citizenship-program

Tue, Apr 23 - Jun 25

Codman Estate Grounds & Gardens Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of the Codman Estate’s historic landscape in Lincoln and learn about its evolution and preservation. The last two generations of family members who lived here between 1862 and 1968 made improvements to the grounds and gardens, while carefully preserving aspects of what their 18th century ancestors created. The grounds feature a hidden Italianate garden (c. 1900) with perennial beds, statuary, and a reflecting pool filled with water lilies, as well as an English cottage garden (c. 1908).

Coffee Tasting & Roasting

Coffee is love! Learn where specialty coffee comes from, how it is processed, graded, and roasted, then taste a few different types. After the group has decided which coffee they like the best, we will fire up the roaster and develop a batch of freshly roasted beans. After they have cooled, we will bag them and everyone will leave with a 12 oz. bag of their own freshly roasted coffee.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Del's Coffee Roasters

Conflict Resolution

We all encounter conflict every day, either as a participant or an observer. How conflict is resolved (or not resolved) has a large impact on our quality of life. Through practice and roleplaying, learn strategies that effectively resolve conflict amicably and allow both parties to feel like a positive outcome has been achieved. You will develop useful conflict resolution skills for resolving personal conflicts or those of others.

Wed, May 29 - Jun 5

Arlington High School

Conversation & Connection: A Guide to Friendship for Young Adults

It’s an awkward topic, but have you ever thought to yourself, “I feel so lonely sometimes. How can I deepen my relationships? How do I make new friends?” Meaningful relationships can help boost self-esteem, improve family dynamics, and increase work success, but in adulthood, there are fewer and fewer built-in opportunities to socialize. Through discussion and roleplay, learn strategies that can be used in multiple contexts to initiate and maintain conversations, how small talk can lead to deeper connection, the hidden expectations and rules around conversation and friendship, and how to identify and see value in different types of friendships. Designed for adults ages 18–30.

Tue, Apr 23 - May 14

7:00 - 8:15 PM

Arlington High School

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Conversational French for Fluent Speakers

Join fellow French language lovers, conversing in a warm and inviting class led by an enthusiastic near-native speaker. This program is designed for students who have an advanced comprehension and expression. We will refine our French via word nuances, sophisticated locutions, figurative French, and advanced grammatical topics

Tue, Apr 23 - Jun 11

Mon, May 6 - Jun 10

12:00 - 1:30 PM

Country Western Line Dancing

There’s nothing more fun than country western line dancing! You don’t even need a partner. Come get low-impact exercise as we dance to (mostly) country western music. Ages 18+ Beginner: If you’ve never line danced before or have only done a few classes, we’ll start from the very beginning, with simple dances that teach you the basic building blocks of line dancing. Intermediate: For those who have been dancing for a while and are ready for a new challenge, these dances are longer, faster, and have more turns.

Wed, Apr 24 - Jun 5

Wed, Apr 24 - Jun 5

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Cryptography for Anyone

Demystify the security of your online digital presence. Explore the evolution of account security, delving into effective practices for crafting and managing robust passwords. Discover not only how to fortify your passwords but also gain insights into identifying and thwarting common methods of compromising them. Then put on your freshly minted hacker hat as we work together to break an encrypted message.

DIY Upholstery

Do you have an upholstered chair that needs new life? Whether dog-damaged, cat-scratched, or just in need of a facelift, reupholster the piece yourself and be amazed at the transformation—and at how much fun the process can be. Led by a master upholsterer, we’ll cover old-school and modern methods and materials for antique, 20th century, and contemporary furniture. Learn to disassemble your piece then pad, cut, and apply fabric in a step-by-step approach. Small chairs, ottomans, or other small pieces only. Tuition includes all basic upholstery materials, with the exception of Fabric & Cushions. Don’t have your own fabric? Fabrics are sold here at the shop through our fabric expert Mikayla Dows. Tools: Limited number of tools are available at the shop, but please bring your own if you have them. Bring to first class: magnetic: tack hammer, wooden mallet, scissors, tape measure, flat screwdriver, and pliers. Please note: Smaller chairs or ottomans are recommended for this class, particularly for beginners; large armchairs often take at least two full sessions of this course. Furniture must be brought to and from class due to space limitations. Visit upholsteryonbroadway.com.

Tue, Apr 23 - Jun 11

Thu, Apr 25 - Jun 13

Demystifying the Book Publishing Process

Do you have a manuscript or book idea but don’t know what comes next? Two authors who have published everything from self help books and children’s books, to academic and professional books, will walk you through the steps you need to take your book from idea to print. Publishing a book can be a deeply personal experience, or the best professional business card you can imagine to boost your career. Take this next step on your writing journey.

Arlington High School

Design a Native Plant Garden

Get an introduction to ecological design principles for a native plant garden. We will look at the beauty and versatility of native plants and discuss why planting native species is so important for supporting ecological health and reversing the current decline in insect and bird species. We will guide you in selecting the right plants for your site conditions and designing a plan for a selected portion of your garden (up to 10 x15 feet) on graph paper—whether or not you can draw. Go home with a garden plan, a plant list, information on where to source the plants, and resources for maintenance.

Tue, Apr 23 - May 7

Arlington High School

Dot Mandala Rock Painting: Intermediate

Ready for the next step, dotters? This class is for those who have completed the beginner Dot Mandala class. Build on your basic skills and take your dotting technique to the next level. Learn how to dot a spiral, a sea urchin, and more. Come prepared with the materials from the beginner class, as well as prepared rocks for each session.

Wed, May 15 - Jun 5

Arlington High School

Drawing Foundations

It’s true—anyone can draw! Learning to draw is about learning to see the world with accuracy, mindfulness, and clarity. Build a toolbox of skills, mindsets, and techniques for drawing the observable word around you. Each week will introduce a new topic such as types of line, shape development, proportion, perspectives, value, texture, object relationships, and composition. We’ll draw together as we integrate these concepts through a sequence of short and longer exercises. All levels are welcome, especially beginners. BYO materials, details online. The class materials list can be found here.

Tue, Apr 23 - Jun 11

9:15 - 10:45 AM

Arlington Community Center

Drawing Textures with Colored Pencils

Texture can add both beauty and realism to your artwork. Discover how to create visual textures such as stones, wood, fur, feather, glossy fruit skin, woven fabric, leather, shiny metallic surfaces, and even glass. You’ll be introduced to various techniques using colored pencil and you can add other drawing mediums that you like. Through a series of exercises, you’ll meticulously capture both organic and man-made objects, drawing inspiration from observation and photographic references. Previous drawing experience is preferred. The class materials list can be found here.

Wed, Apr 24 - Jun 19

Drawing with Pen & Ink

Explore techniques of line drawing, hatching, cross-hatching and more using different kinds of pens. Experiment with diverse tools to create depth and detail, from technical pens and markers to traditional dip pens. We’ll create shades and washes with liquid India ink and also learn how to render various textures, such as wood, foliage, and animal fur. Through guided practice, you will sketch trees, still life compositions, architecture, and wildlife. Create a range of work from realism to abstraction. Previous drawing experience is preferred. The class materials list can be found here.

Tue, Apr 23 - Jun 11