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Ruah Swennerfelt, a homesteader and sourdough lover will share about the magic of sourdough in this two-part course. Sourdough becomes your yeast for bread, and so much more. Dream of wild yeasts living all around you! You'll go away with starter, recipes for bread and more, and the hands-on knowledge to create sourdough baked goods at home. On the first night you will get your starter going, taste some artisan sourdough bread baked earlier that day, and see the dough in action, readying for a loaf to be baked the next day. Walk away with a recipe for how to make your own starter, how to take care of it, keep it alive and play with it. Take home a bread recipe to try. We’ll look at various resources and items to have in your kitchen to make sourdough successfully at home. Between classes you'll have some homework: keep your own starter alive using Ruah's expert tips and the instructions provided. In the second class you'll bring your starter and make some yummy baked goods like coffee cake, cookies, and more. This is a participatory class. While each student will make their own starter on the first night, a small group of 3-4 students will work together at each cooking station to complete the baking recipes on the second night. This class will take place inside CVU.

Have you always wanted to learn how to block print? Join us for two evenings to learn how to transfer your image to a block, carve it, and then print it into cards or artwork! This class is designed with the beginner printmaker in mind but all levels of experience are welcomed to join. All high quality materials are included in class fee. For students aged 13 and older; younger students should register with an adult who is also joining the class. This class will meet inside CVU.

Are you concerned with what goes on your skin and scalp? Are you looking to make your own natural body care products? Join Kelley Robie, from Horsetail Herbs, as we dive into the world of healthy skin & hair care! In this class we will be making a Solid Shampoo Bar and Conditioner Bar for soft and silky locks. For the skin, we will be making an Anti-Aging Lotion with popular vitamins and minerals and a Soothing Face Wash for all skin types. We will discuss the skin microbiome, safe, clean ingredients, and the importance of sustainable packaging. Leave with recipes, products and gift making ideas! This class will meet inside CVU.

Join us and learn how to build a functional and attractive bat house.. In this hands-on one-night class, you will choose your wood, and prepare each piece for assembly. While some of the woods will be precut, you will also have the opportunity to cut and customize your bat house to your liking. This class will be in the CVU woodshop and all tools, both *electric and manual will be available for use. All materials are included in the fee for this course. By building a bat house to gift or keep you will also be helping to protect these incredible and very important species whose ecology is threatened by urban sprawl. It's a win-win! Please bring safety glasses and a dust mask if you have one. We have a small supply on hand if you need one. Long hair will need to be tied back and no open toed shoes. Note: The electric tool usage can create a bottleneck so please be patient and use this time to learn and help others during class time.

Join us for a delightful hands-on experience as we delve into the enchanting world of charcuterie board-making. In this hands-on class, you will learn the art of creating visually stunning charcuterie boards that will impress your guests on any occasion. During the workshop, students will choose from a wide variety of new and repurposed fine woods to create a visually stunning piece that can last a lifetime. Prepared woods may include Maple, Ash, Purple Heart, Walnut, Birch, Australian Eucalyptus, Brazilian Cherry, Oak, Coconut Wood, Ipe, and others. All materials are included in the fee for this course. Week 1: Students will decide on the design they wish to use and choose their woods. Since the wood will be of various thicknesses, students will need to plane them to an equal thickness and then glue and clamp the wood to form the board. Tools used: mitre saw, table saw, planer, and clamps. Week 2: For this class, the students will take their glued-up boards and sand or plane them to get a uniform smooth surface. They will then draw and cut their handle design on the board. Tools used: planer, sander, band saw, scroll saw. Week 3: Once cut all sharp edges need to be sanded and rounded. Boards will then be thoroughly cleaned and coated with food-grade oils to penetrate and seal the boards. Extra oil will be given to each student. Tools used: Sander. Note: The electric tool usage can create a bottleneck in the shop, so please be patient and use this time to learn and help others during class time. Please bring safety glasses and a dust mask if you have one. We have a small supply on hand. Long hair will need to be tied back and no open toed shoes. "Tony is a very dedicated, enthusiastic teacher with a clear love of his craft. He was so generous with his time, often starting class early and always willing to stay late to make sure everyone left with a satisfying product. I recommend his class whole-heartedly!"

Be Your Own Handyman! There are plenty of times when calling a professional is warranted, but learning how to DIY simple jobs will save you both time and money! Handyman Steve, will answer your questions, and show you the basics of how to troubleshoot and fix the most common electrical, plumbing, and carpeting issues. Each class will start with an overview of the topic, and then move onto a hands-on demonstration. Safety measures, tool requirements and usage will also be covered for each project. Students are encouraged to bring their own tools from home. Got a project in mind? Bring photos and your questions! CLASS DESCRIPTIONS: PLUMBING, Jan 16: Plumbing will offer an overview of how water gets into and out of your home and most importantly, how to keep water where it belongs! The hands-on demonstration is how to replace a sink faucet with drain, and rebuild a toilet. ELECTRICAL, Jan 23: Electrical starts with safety!!! We’ll discuss how to check for reversed and ungrounded outlets and how to fix them. You’ll learn how residential wiring powers your home devices, how breakers work, where you need GFI and AFI protection. The hands-on demo will be replacing a ceiling fixture. CARPENTRY BASICS, Jan 30: Carpentry will cover mostly tool use, and building hacks. What tools should you own and why? In this hand's-on demo, we'll learn how to repair exterior rot and we'll over what products and tools work best. REQUIREMENTS: Safety glasses, well fitting work gloves, ear protection, closed toed shoes, and hair long pulled back or under a hat. Note: General use PPE is also available to borrow from the CVU workshop.

If you watched the Olympics this summer, you may be inspired to visit Paris in the near future, or even closer to home, Montreal! Knowing even a little French will carry you a long way to navigating your way around these vibrant cities with ease and enjoyment. In this 10-week course, you will discover the basics of French through role-playing, conversations, short clips, a useful reference, and additional support material. This course will be a judgement free opportunity to learn a useful language close to our borders, have fun, connect with other community members, and practice talking en français! Themes include: Greetings, Colors, Foods, Numbers, Basic Grammar, and Travel. Please purchase prior to the first class the workbook, Easy French Step-by-Step, by Myrna Bell Rochester. Your teacher, Tica Netherwood, has taught French at CVU High School, Charlotte Central School, and Rice High School.

Come to this workshop to learn about fused glass and make your own Holiday Ornaments, or sun catchers while you're at it. You will be able to make 3 items during class; either 3 individual ornaments, or combine your pieces into a single sun catcher. This workshop will include instruction on using hand tools to cut the glass and using a grinder to get the shape you want. All materials are included in the class fee. Micaela will take your finished product after the class to fire them in a glass kiln; they will be available for pick-up at CVU a week later. No experience required. For students ages 13 and older. Students aged 8-12 are welcome; they should register with an adult who is also registered for the class, and plan to have one dedicated adult for each child attending. This class will meet inside CVU.