Brew Better Coffee
Learn about the history of coffee, the various ways it is used in different cultures, and all about the best ways to enjoy it!
Current Classes
From Empires to Algorithms
In this two-part community course, From Empires to Algorithms uses science fiction as a lens to explore modern political structures, systems of governance, and everyday forms of power. Drawing on classic series like Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, and Babylon 5, alongside modern shows such as The Expanse, Foundation, and Severance, participants will examine how authority shifts from visible institutions to invisible systems.
Jane Austen Up Close
Students will read and discuss Pride and Prejudice, Emma, and Mansfield Park, and they will study related materials from the culture of Austen’s time. Each of six, hour-long meetings will be divided between discussion of the novels and close study of original editions and related materials, which will include botanical and architectural illustrations, abolitionist texts, and aesthetic theory.
Mah Jongg
Whether you’re brand-new or looking to strengthen your beginner skills, this four-week course offers a clear, engaging introduction to American Mah Jongg using National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. You’ll build the essential knowledge and confidence needed to enjoy this rewarding and social game.
Preserving Family Stories Through Recipes
Mary Martha Greene, author of “The Cheese Biscuit Queen Tells All”, will carry you through a journey to preserve your precious family recipes and stories to hand down for generations to come – and just maybe publish in a cookbook. This session will include how to capture family stories – the happy, the sad, the good, and the bad – and practical tips for writing and quantifying family recipes.