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Whole Grains

$25

with Sarah Riddle

Calendar Next available session starts May 12, 2026 at 5 pm

Whole grains are delicious and nutritious. Packed with fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals, they also can add an incredible crunchy texture to your recipes.

Learn about different types of whole grains, their benefits, how to cook them easily and quickly and how to incorporate them into the foods you love.

Qigong

$40

with Shalimar Chasse

Calendar Next available session starts May 13, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that combines controlled breathing, gentle movement and meditation to build energy and promote good mental, physical and spiritual health.

Whether you are new to Qigong or have experience, this series accommodates participants of all levels, starting with a foundational practice and progressing into full-body movements.

Vegetarian Protein

$25

with Brenna Nelson, RD

Calendar Next session starts May 14, 2026 at 5 pm

Get cooking and boost your plant power! In this hands-on class, you’ll experiment with tasty vegetarian protein sources and create meals that are both nourishing and satisfying with no meat required.

Full Course

Indian Cooking

$25

with Anna Froman, ND

Calendar Next session starts May 16, 2026 at 11 am
1 additional session on May 21, 2026

Do you love Indian food or curious to try something new?

Learn how to prepare flavorful Indian dishes using spices and techniques you can recreate at home. Leave inspired to bring Indian flavors into your own kitchen.

Full Course

Freedom from Smoking

Free

with Emily Michaud

Calendar Next available session starts May 18, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Quitting isn’t easy – but it’s easier with the right help. The American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking® program gives you tools to overcome tobacco addiction and quit for good! It features a step-by-step plan for quitting, with each session designed to help you gain control.

Spring Greens

$25

with Brenna Nelson, RD

Calendar Next session starts May 19, 2026 at 11 am

From tender spinach and peppery arugula to crisp lettuce and nutrient-rich kale, this class will explore the versatility of fresh, seasonal greens.

Learn how to select, prepare and cook these ingredients to create bright, flavorful dishes that highlight the best of spring’s bounty.

Full Course

Renew: A Spring Journaling Workshop

$15

with Sarah Kilch Gaffney

Calendar Next available session starts May 19, 2026 at 5 pm

Spring is a time of lengthening days, growth and renewal. Join us for a spring-infused guided writing workshop where you’ll explore the themes of transformation, new beginnings and the hope and energy of a new season.

You can bring your own journal from home or use one provided. No prior writing experience necessary.

iRest Yoga Nidra

$40

with Mike Keighley

Calendar Next available session starts May 26, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 4 weeks

iRest is a form of guided meditation based on the practice of Yoga Nidra. While sitting or lying down, you’ll listen to the instructor’s calming prompts designed to soothe your nervous system, release stress and build resilience.

This deeply restorative practice has been shown to ease chronic pain, improve sleep and support mental well-being, including symptoms associated with anxiety, depression and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).





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