Riverview Education Center (Raymond)   

Art Walk invites you to explore a new artistic medium each week in this beginner-friendly, hands-on sampler class. Designed for curious creatives and first-time artists alike, this course offers an introduction to hand-building with clay, acrylic painting, watercolor, printmaking, and rock painting. Each session provides guided instruction, time to experiment, and the opportunity to complete a project in that medium. You’ll learn foundational techniques, explore different tools and materials, and discover which art forms spark your creativity. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to try something new! Walk in ready to explore and leave with new skills, finished pieces, and fresh inspiration.

Build the confidence and practical skills needed to take the next step in your career. In this hands-on course, participants will learn how to create a clear and effective resume, practice interview techniques, and explore strategies for conducting a successful job search. Guided activities will also include journaling and goal-setting exercises designed to help clarify personal strengths, identify career goals, and develop a focused plan for moving forward. Whether you are entering the workforce, returning after time away, or seeking a new direction, this class offers supportive guidance and practical tools to help you approach your job search with confidence.

For those who've heard about AI but aren't sure where to start, this class moves beyond simple "chatting" to identify which tools work best for specific tasks: planning meals, summarizing articles, or supporting hobbies. The course compares ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini in accessible, beginner-friendly terms.

Enroll in class sessions individually or attend the whole course at a discount. Build confidence using the technology that powers everyday life. This beginner-friendly series covers the basics of smartphones, computers, and common online tools. Designed for anyone who wants to feel more comfortable with modern technology, this series offers clear explanations, hands-on practice, and helpful tips you can use right away.

Everyone has personal and family stories which are usually shared verbally but tend to disappear with time. This class will present approaches to recording these stories and preserving them for either personal purposes or to share with future generations. Concepts covered will include a basic introduction to history and its creation, issues of privacy and human relations, and suggestions for sharing formats. Taught by an experienced museum professional, this course invites you to turn family lore into history to be enjoyed in your lifetime and discovered by generations to come.

Design your home or community garden to be in harmony with nature. This two-hour workshop offers a practical introduction to the principles and ethics of permaculture, an approach to land use and living that works with natural systems rather than against them. Rooted in whole-systems thinking, permaculture draws inspiration from the patterns and resilience found in healthy ecosystems to create sustainable landscapes, productive gardens, and thoughtful community design. Participants will explore core permaculture concepts such as observation of natural patterns, efficient use of resources, and designing spaces that support both people and the environment. You’ll learn how these principles and concepts can be applied at home to garden and live more sustainably.

This course is designed for people interested in creating or supplementing income using the skills, interests, and resources they already have. With a focus on rural and coastal communities, participants will explore practical ways to identify opportunities close to home—such as services, small-scale business ideas, seasonal work, or side income—without needing to start a large business or make major investments.

Topics include identifying personal skills and assets, understanding local demand, simple pricing and budgeting, and taking first steps toward testing an idea. The course emphasizes realistic, place-based approaches that fit the rhythms of coastal living.

Demystify Android phones by exploring the "whys" and "hows" behind device functionality. This class covers navigating the interface, managing notifications, and optimizing battery life. The course explores effective use of Google's core services (Maps, Photos, and Drive) alongside practical security measures against common threats.

Get comfortable with an iPhone in a stress-free environment. The course covers navigating the latest iOS, customizing the home screen for easier access, and managing storage to prevent running out of space for photos. Topics include essential privacy settings and keeping devices secure.

This class focuses on essential skills for feeling more in control of a Windows computer including file and folder organization, internet safety practices, and efficient use of the Start menu. Built-in helper tools and their applications in daily tasks are also introduced.

Simple, step-by-step techniques for addressing common technology frustrations like dropped Wi-Fi, frozen screens, and slow performance. This hands-on class builds confidence to resolve minor issues independently before seeking professional assistance.

Based on the Physicians Committee's 21-Day Vegan Kickstart, this class promotes a low-fat plant-based diet for lowering risk of some of the most common chronic diseases including heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Grounded in evidence-based science, this series will empower participants by revealing the whys and hows—the knowledge and skills—for effective and long-term weight loss and maintenance in support of overall health. Participants receive helpful, easy-to-follow handouts and guides to cement learning and ease them into implementation of new dietary changes, including healthy menu ideas, weekly menu planning guides, suggested plant-based recipe substitutions, an easy-to-follow fiber-tracker, and more.