Leisure and Special Interest
Try a new hobby or just learn something new with our wide range of special interest courses!
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Courses
Drinking with the Founding Fathers
Washington loved porter, whiskey, cherry bounce, and a punch called “flip.” John Adams loved hard cider, rum, and Madeira. Franklin and Jefferson were both partial to French wines; Franklin also loved spruce beer and milk punch (a gin recipe). Madison liked whiskey, champagne, and Madeira, while Hamilton liked whiskey, Madeira, and applejack. This class will include brief bios of each man and samples of their preferences. Must be 21 years of age or older to register for this course.
Course will be held in WILL, Room 113
Carlo DeVito, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
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| Thursdays, 4/23 - 4/30 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZSPI-364 600 | 0 seats left | $69 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
Organic Sustainable Gardening
Discover the power of nurturing soil to create thriving, eco-friendly gardens that give back to the Earth. This workshop will focus on enriching soil health, fostering vibrant ecosystems, and ensuring your garden is beyond sustainable, and environmentally conscious. Whether you're a seasoned gardener looking for a new perspective, or just starting out in the gardening world, this workshop will be helpful on your gardening journey.
Course will be held in Daycare Center, Room B06
Rich Daley of Sunray Sustainability, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
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| Tuesday, 4/21 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZSPI-288 600 | 1 seats left | $34 |
Tales In Our Bones
Welcome to the fascinating world of forensic anthropology! This introductory course explores how forensic anthropologists analyze skeletal remains to solve crimes, identify disaster victims, and uncover mysteries of the past. Through case studies, virtual 3D models, and practical exercises with replica specimens, you’ll learn the basics of bone identification, how forensic anthropologists determine age, sex, and cause of death, the critical role they play in criminal investigations, and some of the challenges facing the field. Perfect for true crime enthusiasts, aspiring forensic scientists, or anyone curious about the science behind identifying the dead. No science background required – just bring your curiosity!
Course will be held in WILL, Room 113
Myeashea Alexander, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
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| Wednesday, 4/15 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZSPI-366 600 | 0 seats left | $34 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
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