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About Adult Enrichment

We have a great lineup of Adult Enrichment courses with something for everyone — favorites and fresh new courses, too! Start your learning adventure with Farmington Continuing Education!

Art, Games & Hobbies

Computers & Technology

Financial & Retirement

Health & Wellness

Music, Dance & Drama

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Sewing - Beginner
Art, Games & Hobbies

Whether you would like to be able to learn how to mend or how to make clothes or costumes, then this course is for you! Learn how to use a sewing machine, which types of stitches to use, how to shorten and hem clothing, and how to finish seams. Make a fun pillowcase and a market tote to bring home. Supply list is available by CLICKING HERE.

Take Great Pictures with Your Smartphone
Personal Enrichment

The quality of smartphone cameras is improving rapidly. Their capabilities extend far beyond what most people seem to use them for ... taking selfies. Therefore, it is no longer necessary to drag around a big camera - a good quality smartphone can work pretty well instead. This course is for those interested in producing first-rate images with their smartphone cameras. Take control of how your images will look. In addition, receive expert feedback while you take photos around the school with your smartphone camera. Topics to be covered include: Understanding basic photography theory Identifying and setting the camera controls Suggestions for handholding your camera Specific steps to follow when taking a picture Useful accessories for your smartphone camera Finding and installing the best smartphone camera apps What to look for when buying a new or used smartphone A handout will be provided, containing information to help simplify what is being taught. Please note: the taking of selfies will not be covered.

Line Dancing - Beginner
Music, Dance & Drama

Line dancing is healthy for both the body and the mind, as well as a lot of fun! This is a great opportunity to learn how to line dancing while having a good time. Each week, the degree of difficulty will gradually increase for both the dances and critiques. Come alone or with a partner!

Secret Life of a Trust
Financial & Retirement

You've Heard about Trusts. But what are they and what do they do for you? A trust is an ownership system between an individual who gives another person the right to hold assets for a third person. Well, there is more to it than that. We will explain how trusts are created, the different type of trusts and who you should choose to participate. You will know how trusts can minimize/avoid taxes, protect assets and keep public benefits for loved ones with special needs. Whether you are new to trusts or even understand them well, you will walk away with an understanding of how to use these powerful estate planning tools.

Beginner Basketry - Mini Tote Basket
Art, Games & Hobbies

Begin exploring basketry in this introductory class. This two-session class will provide you with the foundational skills to explore other basketry techniques, styles, and materials. During the sessions, the instructor will share an assortment of basket styles she has made over the last 40 years. Students can choose from an assortment of colors to complete the pattern surrounding the basket. Basket weaving tools will be provided to students during class time. This flat-reed basket measures 7in long x 4 1/2 in wide x 5in high to the rim, 8 1/2 in high from the floor of the basket to the top of the handle.

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