Explore the ideas, debates, and historical events that shaped the foundation of the United States in this engaging two-session class on the Constitution and American government. Using a balanced, non-partisan approach, participants will examine how Enlightenment thinkers such as Locke, Montesquieu, and Rousseau influenced the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. The first session will cover America’s colonial period through the Constitutional Convention, including the debates between Federalists and Anti-Federalists. The second session will explore the articles of the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, constitutional amendments, and key Supreme Court decisions that shaped American government and daily life. Perfect for lifelong learners, history enthusiasts, and anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the origins and evolution of American government.

Continue building your Italian language skills through conversation, role-playing, games, listening activities, and cultural exploration. Participants will expand their vocabulary, strengthen communication skills, and gain confidence using Italian in everyday situations. Prior experience with basic Italian vocabulary, pronunciation, and simple phrases is recommended. A $30 materials fee is due at the first class; cash or check accepted

Continue building your Italian language skills through conversation, role-playing, games, listening activities, and cultural exploration. Participants will expand their vocabulary, strengthen communication skills, and gain confidence using Italian in everyday situations. Prior experience with basic Italian vocabulary, pronunciation, and simple phrases is recommended. A $30 materials fee is due at the first class; cash or check accepted.

Further develop your Italian language skills while exploring the language and culture of Italy. Participants will practice conversation, expand vocabulary, strengthen grammar skills, and build confidence through interactive activities and real-life scenarios. Some familiarity with basic Italian conversation, vocabulary, and sentence structure is recommended. A $30 materials fee is due at the first class; cash or check accepted.

Further develop your Italian language skills while exploring the language and culture of Italy. Participants will practice conversation, expand vocabulary, strengthen grammar skills, and build confidence through interactive activities and real-life scenarios. Some familiarity with basic Italian conversation, vocabulary, and sentence structure is recommended. A $30 materials fee is due at the first class; cash or check accepted.

Discover the French language and today’s modern culture with a native speaker in a friendly, beginner-level class focused on conversation. Instead of just textbook French, you’ll learn how people really speak today through practical dialogue, everyday expressions, and cultural insights. This class is perfect for beginners who want to feel comfortable speaking and understanding real French in a relaxed, interactive environment. Printed materials are provided. Each four-week session covers the same Beginner 1 curriculum. A $30 materials fee is due at class; Cash accepted.

Whether you’re picking up where you left off or just starting out, this upbeat Spanish class will help you build real-world skills and have fun doing it! We’ll dive into pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, grammar, and conversation—plus a little culture along the way. Perfect for anyone with some basic knowledge or those looking for a solid review with a friendly twist. You'll leave each class feeling a bit more confident and ready to ¡hablar español! Textbook Required: Practice Makes Perfect: Basic Spanish, Premium Third Edition by Dorothy Richmond. Grab a new or used copy online at Barnes & Noble or Amazon and please have it ready for the first class.