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

Drinking with the Founding Fathers
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Thursdays, 4/23 - 4/30
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ZSPI-364 600 0 seats left $69Section Full

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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 

Organic Sustainable Gardening
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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

Tales In Our Bones
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Wednesday, 4/15
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ZSPI-366 600 0 seats left $34Section Full

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