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Excel is an amazing, powerhouse program that can be used in many parts of our daily lives. In this introductory class, we will learn how Excel is set up, enter and format data, execute basic formulas, and then explore some of the powerful features available in Excel. 
Required: Access to MS Office Excel for Windows (versions 2024 or 365).
 

Continue your Excel journey in the second class of the series and enhance your comfort level when working with data. This class will teach you how to work with several functions, sort and filter data, apply conditional formatting, and start working with PivotTables. 
Prerequisite: Excel I or working knowledge of topics covered in Excel I.
Required: Access to MS Office Excel for Windows (versions 2024 or 365).
 

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Learn how to use today’s free AI tools to make budgeting simpler, clearer, and less stressful. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll practice using AI to build a realistic personal budget and translate financial jargon into plain language—no math or technical background required. Using free versions of tools like Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, and ChatGPT, you’ll see practical ways AI can help you identify and categorize your spending, explain your bills, and navigate complex financial websites. A strong focus is placed on safety and privacy, including what not to share, how to redact documents easily, and how to avoid bad deals and misinformation.
 

In Excel III, we will work with more functions, including nesting functions, utilizing data validation, creating VLOOKUPs & XLOOKUPS, and diving deeper into Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts.
Prerequisites: Excel I & Excel II, or working knowledge of topics covered in both classes.
Required: Access to MS Office Excel for Windows (versions 2024 or 365).
 

Welcome to a transformative course designed to elevate how you think, write, and connect with people. This dynamic class does not have a pre-requisite, and it is open to learners at all levels. It pairs the sharp precision and clarity of critical thinking with a positive, appreciative lens of human emotions. This helps you to deconstruct complex arguments, uncover hidden assumptions, and easily spot the logical fallacies that render daily dialogue irrelevant or stall it altogether. You will immediately see the benefits in your coursework and gain a noticeable boost in flow and clarity of thought that directly translates into sharper and more polished assignments. Ultimately, this course enables you to unlock deep self-awareness and construct flawless and strong arguments. At the end of the course, you will become a highly effective and persuasive
communicator, in both your academic and everyday life. Please join us and discover the true power of your voice!
 

Fundraising is most effective when it is built on genuine connection rather than a simple exchange of funds. Instead of viewing donors as mere funding sources, this session equips you to view them as vital partners in your mission. You will explore how long-term donor engagement built on radical trust, shared values, and consistent, meaningful communication creates a resilient foundation for your organization’s future. Through real-world case studies and practical exercises, you will discover how to move past the anxiety of "the ask" and step into authentic partnership building.
 

A learn-to-play course that will take time to teach the rules and concepts of the role-playing game (RPG) Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), with an opportunity to play an introductory adventure then. No materials are needed, as character sheets, basic rules, and other gaming needs will be available for use.
 

Explore the principles of permaculture and discover how to apply sustainable, regenerative design to a garden or other outdoor space. In this two-hour introductory class, participants will learn how to facilitate healthy, low-maintenance ecosystems that work in harmony with nature. Whether you have a small garden, a large yard, or a community space, this class will provide you with a solid starting point for making any green space more productive, resilient, and environmentally friendly. No prior experience is required—anyone with an interest in gardening is welcome. 
Suggested supplies: a notebook or paper, and a pencil with eraser.  
 

“We’re all going to die, and we don’t know when,” says Rev. Bodhi Be, a mentor of the instructor and director of a non profit funeral home in Hawaii. Given that important and poignant truth, there are many things we can do to prepare ourselves and save our loved ones time and stress. In this class, we will explore legal documentation, practical considerations, relational networks, wishes for your memorial and your body’s disposition, and much more. All of this information is valuable to anyone regardless of age or state of health. Each class session has built-in time after the presentation for questions and deeper discussion. The instructor will follow up with a checklist and a document with extensive resources to help you complete and maintain your end-of-life preparations.
 

Love Italian wine but don't know where to start? Italy has thousands of unique grapes, making it the most exciting—and sometimes confusing—place for wine. We’re stripping away the mystery. Explore the essentials of Italian wine, from the volcanic soils of the South to the misty mountains of the North. You'll leave ready to order your next bottle with total confidence. 

Students must be 21 years of age to attend the class. The price includes a $30 food-and-wine fee.