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Coffee Tasting & RoastingFood & DrinkCoffee 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. Tuition includes all food fees.Fall 2025
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College Application BootcampHigh SchoolPlease note: For AHS students only. All four days are in person. This four-day course is designed for rising seniors who want help managing the many requirements of the college application process and fine-tuning their essay. Work with AHS school counselors Danielle Rakowsky and Kathy Hirsch, along with English teacher Erin McLean to explore topics including: application time management and scheduling, resume-building, essay and supplement writing, interview preparation, and financial aid awareness. For AHS students only.SummerFun! 2025
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College Essay WorkshopHigh School & College PlanningThis four-day course is designed for rising seniors looking to write and polish their college essays. Work with English teacher Lianna Bessette to explore topics such as hooking your reader, eliminating wordiness, and adding descriptive detail, with opportunities for individualized feedback. For AHS seniors only. Please note: Come with ideas, part of a draft, or a full draft.Fall 2025
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Comfort Food Classics with a TwistFood & DrinkThere’s nothing like comfort food to bring back cozy childhood memories. We’ll give classic favorites a delicious modern spin. Learn to make macaroni and cheese shepherd’s pie, chicken pot pie with roasted root vegetables and herbed biscuits, Asian-style hoisin turkey sloppy Joes, and Italian sausage and beef meatloaf. You'll want to make these for dinner again and again.Fall 2025
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Computer Art & Making ThingsArts & CraftsFlex your art-making muscle while working with a sophisticated computer art program. You’ll practice creating awesome images, and then we’ll show you how to modify them so that they can be turned from 2D art into 3D sculptures. Modern "making" is so much more than just working with your hands.Fall 2025
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Conquer H Mart!Out & AboutH Mart is a supersized Asian market chock full of culinary treasures. But for some, the unfamiliar ingredients, unrecognizable labels, and football-field size of the store can be overwhelming. Join a culinary expert for a guided and curated tour around the market. We’ll highlight certain sections: sauces, noodles, dumplings, seaweed, rice, tofu, fresh banchan (Korean side dishes), an ocean of fish, meats, and condiments. If you like, bring along a recipe to help focus our search. The last half hour will be for sourcing specific ingredients or Q&A over tea and sweets in the food court. Receive a goody bag, recipes, and tips on how to stock your own “starter” Asian pantry.Fall 2025
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Continuing Oxford Punch Needle: Rug DesignFine Arts & CraftsContinue to build your Oxford Punch Needle skills as you create a custom rug. Design your pattern using templates, learn how to prepare fabric backs, and experiment with different yarns and beading effects to add shading and texture. You’ll explore more detailed techniques, try out the mini Oxford punch needle, and practice finishing methods such as hand stitching or whip stitching. Bring your own yarn or wool strips; hoops and punch needles will be available to borrow during class. Completion of the Pillow Covers class or equivalent experience is required Materials: 1. Bring yarn and/or wool strips (10-12 skeins bulky wool yarn, 4oz each, or 15-8 skeins of other weight yarns of choice, or wool fabric). Student can choose and purchase their yarn after the first class of designing the rug. 2. Scissors 3. Sharpie marker All other materials will be provided by the instructor.Fall 2025
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Continuing SalsaFitness & DanceStep back onto the dance floor if you’ve taken Monica’s Salsa class or have some prior experience. Groove and spin your way through the vibrant rhythms of Latin dance as we build on salsa fundamentals and explore related styles like upbeat merengue and slow, sultry bachata—dances you’re likely to encounter at a salsa night. We’ll focus on combinations, technique, and musicality. Couples and singles are welcome. If you’re new to salsa, try Beginning Ballroom. Please note: If attending as a couple, both dancers must register individually.Fall 2025
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Control Invasive Woody PlantsHome & GardenInvasive plants—non-natives that spread vigorously outside their natural range—are causing environmental and economic problems globally and can wreak havoc on your landscape. Learn about the identification, biology, and control of troublesome woody, exotic invasive plants plaguing the area. We will cover the invasive traits of these plants and why they are so successful at displacing our native species in local woodlands. We will also review tools for control and helpful websites.Fall 2025
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Country Western Line DancingFitness & DanceThere’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. 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.Fall 2025
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Craft the Ultimate Dating ProfileWellness & LifeCraft a profile that truly reflects who you are in this interactive workshop designed to help you stand out in the world of online dating. Explore best practices, common pitfalls, and ways to showcase your personality to attract meaningful connections. Learn what works (and what doesn’t), how to highlight your unique qualities, and tips for choosing the best photos. Then, in a hands-on “Profile Party,” you’ll brainstorm, get feedback, and leave with a complete, customized dating profile. With lively discussions, writing exercises, and real-time input in a supportive group setting, you’ll gain confidence and be ready to make an authentic first impression online.Fall 2025
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Create a Family Resource FileWellness & LifeIf something happened to you, could your spouse or family step in and seamlessly manage everything until you were back on your feet? Plan for the unexpected and make sure all your important life details are organized and in one place by creating a Family Resource File. Get guidance understanding the types or categories of information to include and the specific details within each category.Fall 2025
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Creating Your Perfect Holiday Cookie BoxFood & DrinkFew gifts spark joy like a box full of homemade cookies. Guided by former professional bakers, you’ll whip up several irresistible varieties while learning how to choose flavors, textures, and colors for maximum variety and visual appeal. We’ll cover best practices for large-batch baking, storage tips to keep your cookies fresh and fabulous, and clever tricks to help you prepare impressive edible gifts. Leave with a sample box of treats and the skills to keep the cookie box magic going all season long.Fall 2025
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Creative Flow: Intuitive ArtFine Arts & CraftsSlow down, tune in, and connect with nature, yourself, and your creativity. We’ll begin with a brief centering meditation, then ease into journal-making, using watercolors and paper to craft simple, expressive pages. Step into the natural world, capturing what you see, hear, and feel through sketches, words, and color. To close, we’ll gather with our new journals, sharing reflections in a warm and supportive space. This relaxed and inspiring setting invites exploration, creation, and connection with like-minded souls. Please Note: Classes are held partially outdoors; dress for the weather. The materials list can be found here. Please don't purchase until we confirm the class has met minimum enrollment.Fall 2025
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Gerben Wierda (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Cut the CableTechnology, Finance & CareerThinking about cutting the cable? With so many ways to watch TV today—traditional cable, over-the-air, streaming services, and live internet TV—how do you choose? Explore the pros and cons of each option and find out whether your TV is smart enough or if you’ll need additional hardware to make the switch.Fall 2025
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D&D Fundamentals: Become a Dungeon MasterGames & TravelIntrigued by Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn not only how to play, but also how to run the game for others? In this beginner-to-intermediate session for adults, you’ll start by exploring the fundamentals of D&D, the classic tabletop role-playing game set in a fantasy world of elves, dwarves, magic, goblins, and (of course) dragons and dungeons. Using a streamlined, fun-first version of the game, you’ll learn to create characters, role-play, collaborate with a team, and navigate challenges crafted by the Dungeon Master. In the final two sessions, you’ll be coached on how to lead your own games for family and friends. All materials are provided—no experience necessary.Fall 2025
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Decarbonizing MassachusettsACE HighlightsMassachusetts has set an ambitious goal to reach net zero emissions by 2050, and achieving it will require transforming how we power our homes, travel, manage waste, and use land. Explore how policy, technology, and markets are working together to drive the state’s decarbonization effort—and the challenges that stand in the way. We’ll start with big-picture energy planning strategies, then take a look at the transition needs of key sectors. Finally, we’ll take a deep dive into building electrification and the future of the gas system. Whether you want to shrink your own carbon footprint or play a role in local climate action, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of how Massachusetts is working toward a more sustainable future.Fall 2025
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WaitlistDiscover Mount AuburnOut & AboutMount Auburn, designated a National Historic Landmark, is one of the country’s most significant designed landscapes. Here, the arts of horticulture, architecture, and sculpture blend seamlessly with the beauty of nature to create a place of comfort and inspiration. This 1.5-mile walking tour will focus on the stories of history, monuments, and the lives of those buried here.Fall 2025
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Dot Mandala Rock PaintingFine Arts & CraftsDiscover the centering art of dot mandala in this step-by-step, mastery-oriented class for absolute beginners. Begin by creating these beautiful, intricate, and symmetrical patterns on paper, then advance to embellishing natural stones. Learn structured techniques and take home supplies so you can continue your dot mandala journey on your own. All materials provided. Please note: To the first class, please bring a lidded shoe box for transporting the provided materials.Fall 2025
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Dot Mandala Rock Painting: Open StudioFine Arts & CraftsContinue your dot mandala journey in this relaxed open studio designed for those who have already taken Mandala Rock Painting. Build on your skills as you create more intricate, symmetrical designs on natural stones, with the freedom to explore new patterns, color palettes, and techniques at your own pace. While no formal instruction is provided, guidance and inspiration will be available from the instructor. Bring your supplies and your creativity to one or more sessions.Fall 2025
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Drawing Basics: Nature as Your GuideFine Arts & CraftsDiscover the beauty of the natural world while building a solid foundation in drawing. Master traditional techniques using graphite pencils, charcoal, and other drawing tools. Develop your artistic skills through close observation and sketching from nature, as well as drawing from memory and references, to gain a deeper appreciation for the details around you. Perfect for beginners and those looking to strengthen their fundamental drawing skills. The class materials list can be found here. Please do not purchase materials until we confirm the class has met minimum enrollment.Fall 2025
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Drinking Down Under: Wines of Australia & New ZealandFood & DrinkTry some of the best wines from Down Under. Australia and New Zealand have gained respect in the wine world, with many in the US already devoted fans of Barossa Valley Shiraz and Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. We’ll start by savoring these fan favorites before branching out to lesser-known regions and varietals. Australia’s vast landscape is home to an array of distinctive wine regions, while New Zealand—small but mighty—produces an equally impressive selection. Sip Riesling from Australia’s Clare Valley, Pinot Noir from Central Otago in New Zealand, and more.Fall 2025
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Driver's Education through CS Driving School (Note - Information Only)High School & College PlanningPLEASE NOTE: This page is information only! To Register, please visit CS Driving School. Select Locations then click Enroll under Arlington High School. This class is for students who have reached the minimum age of 15 years, nine months by the first day of class. Fee covers online classroom hours and in person Behind-the-Wheel instruction. All Driver’s Ed registrations must be done online through CS Driving School at csdriving.com. Please note: The location of classes (online vs. in person) may be subject to change based on requirements of the Registry of Motor Vehicles. $1159 Two-Week Sessions: Monday–Friday | Oct 20–24 and Oct 27–31 | 3:30-6:30 pm Parent Class | Tuesday, Oct 21 | 6:30-8:30 pm Monday–Friday | Dec 1–5 & Dec 8–12 | 3:30-6:30 pm Parent Class | Wednesday, Dec. 3 | 6:30-8:30 pmOngoing Programs 22-26