Online Personal Enrichment   

Want to start YouTube, but don't know where to begin? This one's for you. Learn how to create a channel, write killer titles, upload your first video, and design eye-catching thumbnails in Canva. We'll also peek into YouTube Studio and cover basic analytics.

Want to make your PDFs work harder for you? This hands-on course introduces you to Adobe Acrobat and shows you how to create interactive, fillable forms that are both professional and user-friendly. You will learn how to design forms from scratch, convert existing documents into interactive PDFs, add form fields, and optimize accessibility so your forms are easy for everyone to use. No prior Acrobat experience required - we'll make it fun, simple, and stress-free!

Discover how to design like a pro fast. Adobe Express is a beginner-friendly tool that lets you create eye-catching graphics, social media posts, flyers and more using templates, and AI-powered features. In just two sessions, you'll learn how to create professional-quality visuals with ease, perfect for small businesses, personal branding, or freelance design.

Learn the ins and outs of the Canva design platform for creating graphics for social media, blogs, websites and other visual content such as presentation and even book publishing. Students will explore built-in video creation and AI tools and utilize the platform effectively for both personal and professional content needs. No graphic design background required. This is a hands-on class held online via Zoom.

Students will need a paid Canva Pro account, computer and Zoom access.

Ready to go beyond the basics? This hands-on online class is designed for students who already use Canva and want to explore its more advanced features and latest updates. We'll take a deeper dive into tools that help you design faster, stay consistent, and create more polished, professional content. You'll explore newer features, hidden tools, and workflow tips that make a big difference in how you use Canva day to day. Whether you're creating content for social media, marketing, or personal projects, this class will help you get more out of the platform without overcomplicating your process. You'll leave with practical skills, updated techniques, and a better understanding of what Canva can really do. Students will need a Canva Pro account set up before class; this class is hands-on.

CapCut is a powerful and surprisingly easy once you know what buttons to press. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to edit a short-form video from start to finish-cut clips, add music, captions, transitions, effects and export for any platform.

Learn how to make classic French macarons from scratch. You'll master the techniques behind these delicate cookies, from smooth batter to perfect shells with crisp edges and soft, chewy centers. In class, you'll make vanilla macarons filled with a strawberry chocolate ganache. Along the way, you'll learn how to adjust flavors and create variations like peppermint white chocolate and fruit-infused ganache so you can customize your macarons for any season. This class breaks the process down to step by step so you can follow with confidence and avoid common mistakes.

Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video record of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

Learn how to make soft, pillowy gnocchi from scratch in this hands-on online class. You'll mix, shape, and cook gnocchi using a simple, approachable method that gives you consistent results every time. We'll pair it with a rich brown butter sage sauce and caramelized butternut squash. The dish is warm, nutty, and balanced with just the right brightness. You'll leave with the confidence to make gnocchi from scratch, handle dough without overthinking it, and build a complete, restaurant-style dish at home.

Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video record of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

Join us live online for a hands-on holiday bread baking class. You'll learn three versatile breads perfect for the holiday season while building confidence with both yeast and quick bread techniques. You’ll make a soft, buttery garlic and herb Parker House–style pull-apart loaf using a yeast-based dough, perfect for sharing at holiday dinners. You’ll also bake a gingerbread streusel coffee cake, a quick bread that’s ideal for breakfast or hosting guests and freezes beautifully.

In addition, you’ll prepare cheddar chive buttermilk biscuits to freeze and bake later, giving you a ready-to-go option for fresh biscuits without the day-of effort. This class focuses on approachable techniques so you can understand the difference between yeast and quick breads and feel confident making both at home.You’ll leave with go-to recipes and practical skills you can use all season long.

Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video record of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

Flaky or cardboard... what's going on with pie crust? It's not luck. Join us in this live online class and learn the science and technique behind creating tender, foolproof pie crusts you can rely on every time. You'll make and bake a salted caramel apple pie with a classic lattice top right from your own kitchen. Along the way, you'll build confidence working with dough, learn how to avoid common mistakes, and understand what actually makes a crust tender and flaky. You'll also get recipes for chocolate cream pie, pumpkin pie, and cheesecake so you can expand your holiday baking lineup.

Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video record of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

Learn to design seamless, repeating patterns using Adobe Illustrator, perfect for fabric, wrapping paper, wallpaper, and print-on-demand products. Starting with basic shapes, you will explore tile construction, color palette development, and how to scale patterns for different surfaces. By the end of the course, you will have an original repeat pattern ready to sell or print on platforms like Spoonflower, Redbubble, or Etsy. No prior Illustrator or design experience required.

Film Appreciation is intended to be a fun, discussion-based guide for students to see what makes cinema unique from other mediums. We will learn about all the major film types (silent, classical, and contemporary narrative film, plus documentaries), as well as film genres. Most of all, we will look at the most critical film techniques: cinematography, editing, and mise en scene. The class will watch clips to demonstrate techniques.

Do you love photographing nature? Do you wish your photographs better captured what you felt in the moment, were more memorable, maybe even contest worthy? Explore the ins and outs of nature photography with an instructor who is a Fellow and Board Member of the North American Nature Photography Association. The class is hybrid with an in-person photography shoot on location bracketed by 2 online class sessions, one for orientation and discussing the principles of nature photography and a second for feedback on our results. For anyone with a passion for nature photography using a camera or phone.

Unlock the power of Photoshop to create polished visuals with ease! This course is designed for busy individuals who want to refine images quickly without hours of editing. Learn essential techniques like cropping, resizing, spot removal, color correction, and black-and-white conversions to improve image quality. Discover AI-powered tools such as background removal and content-aware fill to streamline your workflow. No prior Photoshop experience is required, but it can be helpful.

Please note: You'll need access to the desktop version of Adobe Photoshop for this course, as some features are not available in the mobile or iPad version.

Want to start YouTube, but don't know where to begin? This one's for you. Learn how to create a channel, write killer titles, upload your first video, and design eye-catching thumbnails in Canva. We'll also peek into YouTube Studio and cover basic analytics.

CapCut is a powerful and surprisingly easy once you know what buttons to press. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to edit a short-form video from start to finish-cut clips, add music, captions, transitions, effects and export for any platform.

In this online class, design a productive fall garden bed for cool season cooking. You'll learn what to plant and when, using three themed garden plans that make it easy to grow what you cook. We'll cover timing, frost protection, and how to rotate crops for better results. You'll focus on fall-friendly vegetables that grow well in Seattle's cooler weather and lower light.

The Soup Garden features kale, leeks, carrots, celery, and parsley. The Roasting Garden includes beets, garlic, Brussels sprouts, and shallots. The Stir-Fry Garden highlights Bok choy, scallions, Swiss chard, and mustard greens. You'll also get simple recipes that match each theme, so you can plan meals around what's in your garden. Whether you're new to gardening or want to extend your harvest, this class connects planting with practical cooking. With planning worksheets, growing guides, and planting timelines provided, this class will have you hitting the ground running this Fall. No experience needed - just an interest in food and a plan to grow it.