Home, Health and Hearth   

Enjoy learning the basics of crocheting as a relaxing and therapeutic hobby (beginner level). Crocheting is the art of making clothes and other projects using a variety of yarn materials and a special needle with a hook (curvature) on one end. In this class we will tackle the basics of crocheting: how to hold the hook, what types of yarn to use, and the various types of stitch patterns that are beginner friendly. You’ll also create a project of your own at the end of the course. Yarn will be provided. See Supply List for hooks to be purchased in advance by students.

Interested in homeschooling but don't know where to start? This course will provide you with important information and potentially money-saving resources to effectively teach your child. You’ll learn to work with your child’s uniqueness and learning style to develop lifelong skills and a love of learning. Also, successful completion of this engaging, affordably priced class meets the Washington state legal requirements as a "Qualifying Course" for parents who choose to provide home-based instruction for their children. For information about class content or requirements, contact the instructor at 206-954-4394.

First we talk about our food system, and how our food is grown. Then we talk about the technologies in Indoor Vertical Farming, with a hands-on project to grow vegetables vertically at home. We finish with a virtual tour to our urban indoor farm in Philadelphia, and an overview on the business side of operating an urban indoor farm. Upon completion students will be able to: 1. Understand the basics of farming and our food system. 2. Grow herbs, lettuces, and other smaller produce at home successfully. 3. Understand how to operate an urban indoor farm, including the business side.