Computers & Technology   

This hands-on, two-session class introduces small business owners and nonprofit staff to email marketing using Mailchimp, one of the most widely used and trusted email platforms for beginners. Designed for non-coders, the course focuses on practical, drag-and-drop tools to plan, design, and send effective emails. Students will learn email marketing fundamentals including list building and management, spam and compliance basics, visual design best practices, and email planning. We will cover how to set up and test campaigns, create a simple welcome email series, track open and click-through rates, and create and embed a signup form on a website.

This intermediate-level class is designed for small business owners who already have basic experience using Canva and want to expand into video content for social media. In this one-evening workshop, students will learn how to create engaging short-form videos for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok using Canva Pro. Topics include working with video templates, editing clips, adding text animations, music, and brand elements, and formatting videos for different platforms. We will also cover basic video storytelling, pacing, and best practices to help videos feel polished and professional without advanced editing software. Students should bring a laptop and have access to a Canva Pro account, as this is hands-on project based class.

Whether you have programming experience or not, this introductory Python course is designed for anyone ready to learn the basics of the language. We will begin with first principles and explore essential Python concepts such as variables, conditionals, loops, functions, and simple data handling. Through guided examples and hands-on exercises, students will practice writing clear, functional programs they can use in real-world applications. This class offers a supportive start for anyone curious about learning to code.