Farmington Continuing Education

Make a sea glass necklace with a starfish using a shimmery foil application on the sea glass. Choose from different pattern options. The sea glass is real sea glass from MD, RI, MA, NY and CT. We will learn about sea glass as well and the history of it. Course fee includes supplies.

Experience a soft, simple stretch for the mind and body. Lose yourself in the music as you stretch from head to toe (part of this course stretches in a chair). This course is wonderful for those who are less mobile and not as flexible. Come exercise in a setting with support from other participants. Wear comfortable exercise clothing and socks (bare feet are fine as well).

The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to build the skills and study habits needed to be engaged learners in college-level courses. This course will focus on critical thinking and reasoning, written communication, and problem-solving. Students will spend time developing the organizational, inquiry, and writing skills needed to be successful in college-level courses, including AP, Tunxis’s courses, and UCONN’s Early College Experience (ECE) courses. This course is for FARMINGTON High School students in grades 10-12 ONLY who are enrolled in AP, ECE, or other college-level courses offered at FHS and will meet in-person at FHS

This is a credit recovery course designed for FHS students who earned a 50% or higher final average in the following Social Studies courses taught at FHS: World History I H, World History II H, and Government and Law. In this course, students will be provided additional time to master core content-area standards and essential learning skills in order to meet the required course standards. Students will receive targeted instruction and support in a personalized setting. Successful completion of the course will be determined based on the student’s demonstration of mastery of the requisite standards and will result in the student earning credit for the course. Note: Students who need credit recovery for American Studies must enroll in the English Credit Recovery Course.The class will be taught remotely. Login instructions will be emailed to registrants before the start of class. This is a remedial course for FARMINGTON High School students ONLY!

The purpose of this credit recovery course is to give students one-on-one assistance in developing the skills necessary to pass the Farmington Language Standards Test. Meeting the standard on this test is an FHS graduation requirement. Enrollment is open to eligible FHS students who have been recommended for this course by their high school language teacher. The class will be taught remotely. Login instructions will be emailed to registrants before the start of class. This is a remedial course for FARMINGTON High School students ONLY!

The quality of smartphone cameras is improving rapidly. Their capabilities extend far beyond what most people seem to use them for... taking selfies. In many situations, they work quite well as stand-ins for SLR cameras. This is a course for those interested in producing first-rate images with their smartphone cameras. Topics to be covered include understanding basic photography theory, identifying and setting the camera controls, suggestions for hand holding your camera, specific steps to follow when taking a picture, useful accessories for your smartphone camera, finding and installing the best smartphone camera apps and what to look for when buying a new or used smartphone In addition, you'll be photographing around the school with your smartphone camera. I'll be offering feedback - helping you get more comfortable with the operation of your camera and offering suggestions for improving your image compositions. Please note: taking of selfies will not be covered in this course.

Welcome to Federal Hill—Providence’s Little Italy. It is a great place to stroll and visit the Italian food emporiums and bakeries. Enjoy a slice of Italy as you watch the great fountain in DePasquale Square. Enjoy a tour & demonstration along with a sample of pastry. Right next door, we’ll find, Trattoria Appia, a Southern Italian kitchen featuring handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza. The chef delights and entertains you with his demonstration of the techniques used in making true Neapolitan style pizza. Our family-style meal includes: Salad, Appetizer, Margherita Pizza, Potato Gnocchi, Penne Bolognese, Chicken Marsala, and...cannoli. Following lunch we will stroll over to Venda’s Ravioli Emporium to shop for fine Italian foods, fresh pasta, olive oil, and cheeses… We’ll complete our day with a riding Tour of Providence with our local step on guide.

Click HERE for a detailed trip flyer and more information! Highlights Deluxe motorcoach, 2 nights hotel, 5 MEALS: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners, sightseeing & admissions, Friendship Tours Escort, Driver & Tour Director Gratuity Itinerary Day 1 Depart aboard our deluxe motorcoach as we head for the Fabulous Finder Lakes, so scenic with the Lakes shaped like an outstretched hand. Visit the Women's Rights National Historical Park telling the story of the first Women's Rights Convention held in Seneca Falls, NY in 1848. Two nights at the 41 Lakefront Hotel Geneva, Trademark Collection by Wyndham located in the heart of the Finger Lakes region on the north shore of Seneca Lake. Hotel features spacious guestrooms, fitness center, pool and restaurant. Welcome dinner tonight. Day 2 This morning we see glass in a whole new light at the world-renowned Corning Museum of Glass. Our visit highlights the history of glass from ancient times to Tiffany and Chihuly plus the exciting Hot Glass Show - see gobs of molten glass become masterpieces - a must see! Tour Pleasant Valley Winery, popularly known s the Great Western Winery. Its picturesque stone buildings are listed on the National Historic Register. Our walking tour will give us a glimpse of the rich history of the oldest winery in the Finger Lakes. Dinner at the New York Kitchen, for a unique educational experience. Enjoy our 3 course dinner in a demonstration theater setting where well's watch our chef prepare a dessert. Day 3 We head for home this morning and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Mohawk Valley along the way. We hop aboard our Cruise on the Historic Erie Canal. While on the boat, take a ride in a liquid elevator known as a "lift lock," raising and lowering boats 20 feet. Learn the fascinating history of the locks and what transportation was like in the 19th century. Following the cruise enjoy a deli lunch at Waterfront Grille before heading home with memories of the fabulous Finger Lakes. Trip Protection Policy Trip Protection Coverage is strongly recommended. Trip Protection offers coverage for Cancellation for covered medical reasons, Interruption, Emergency Medical, Travel Delay, & more. The AON/NTA Travel Protection Plan offers 3 levels of insurance: Basic or Enhanced or Enhanced with Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR). The Pre-existing medical condition exclusion can be waived by purchasing the Enhanced Plan within 14 days of your deposit or initial payment. The Enhanced Plan with the add-on of CFAR must be purchased within 14 days of initial deposit. CFAR allows you to cancel for any reason up to 48 priors to departure and reimburses up to 75% of your nonrefundable trip cost. To enroll: https://nta.aontravelprotect.com Tour Operator Location #076068 OR call AON 1-800-388-1470. Premiums are non-refundable once paid. Terms & Conditions apply. Plan details are available at https://www.friendshiptours.net/protection-plan. Call Friendship Tours 860-243-1630 for assistance in enrolling.

This awesome workshop will explore my favorite 12 plants that have the potential to greatly improve your life in the coming year. From herbs that promote relaxation and reduce stress to flowers that boost mood and purify the air, these plants are a must-have for anyone looking to enhance their physical and mental well-being. Participants will learn about the specific benefits of each plant and how to properly care for them in order to ensure optimal growth and well-being. They will also learn about different ways to incorporate these plants into their daily lives, such as using them in cooking, as a natural remedy, and for decorating their home. In addition, the workshop will cover tips for embracing these plants, such as, finding the right spot in your home or garden for each plant and how to keep them healthy. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or new to the world of plants, this workshop is sure to provide valuable insights and inspiration for incorporating these life-changing plants into your daily routine.

The purpose of the Transition for Success course is to assist students entering 9th grade in developing the tools necessary for positive academic, behavioral, and social/emotional success at Farmington High School. Students will engage in activities to jump-start their freshman year. They will learn about motivation and growth mindset, and they will set goals and organize themselves for a successful launch into 9th grade. Students will receive personalized instruction on the support available to them as students at FHS, including training on using the technologies utilized by FHS faculty and staff as tools for learning. Enrollment is on a space-available basis and open to any incoming FARMINGTON High School students entering grade 9 ONLY and will meet in-person at FHS.

Enjoy a nostalgic train ride along the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire. It's a great fall day trip! Relax on board the train as we watch the boats on the lake & enjoy the scenery as we travel roundtrip from Meredith, NH. We will make a NH Liquor Store stop prior to boarding the train. Hart’s Turkey Farm Dinner on board the Train. This is a Hart’s famous home style turkey dinner, just like grandma made at Thanksgiving. Menu: Turkey, Potato, Gravy, Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Rolls, Vegetable, Dessert & Beverage. YUM! Following our train ride visit Mill Falls, a collection of shops along with Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. Trip includes motorcoach, 2-hour train ride on the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad from Meredith, NH, a turkey dinner served on board and catered by Hart's Turkey Farm, shopping at the Mill Falls, and Tour Director.

This class will focus on the following: Learn about the basics of chakras. Locate the 7 chakras in the body. Understand the purpose of each chakras. Learn about blocked chakras and ways to unblock them. Learn about the potential health issues associated with each of the 7 chakras. Affirmation/breath meditation.

Explore the best mountain parks and forests with expert guides on the most spectacular hiking trails year-round. Enjoy the Year-Round Hiking Club's Top 10 Best Hikes. Enjoy 5 mile, 3 hour, weekly intermediate level hikes on Thursdays at 8:45am. Hiking shoes with vibrant soles, water bottle, and hiking poles are recommended. Monthly hike details and schedule, GPS addresses, and trail maps are emailed. Custom hikes for all ability levels are available upon request. Purchase a Hiking Club Punch Card (good for 10 hikes) to pay as you go! Once purchased, Punch Cards will be mailed to registrants. Top Ten Best Hikes: Bear Mountain/Sages Ravine - Appalachian Trail, Salisbury Ragged Mountain - Blue Red Trail, Berlin Talcott Mountain State Park - Metacomet Trail to Heublein Tower, Simsbury Penwood State Park - Yellow/Metacomet/Orange Trails, Simsbury West Mountain Trails - Red/Blue Trails, West Simsbury Peoples State Forest - Agnes Bowen/Robert Ross/Jessie Gerald Trails, Barkhamsted Tunix Indian Council Caves Trail - Barkhamsted Rattlesnake Mountain Metacomet Trail - Farmington Tariffville Gorge Metacomet Trail - Tariffville Peak/Copper Mountain Metacomet Trail - East Granby Hikes are offered weekly throughout the year on Thursdays. Once registered, hikers will be contacted directly by Grant Summers. For more detailed information, you can reach out to Grant at gemersonsummers@gmail.com.All registrants MUST complete a Hiking Waiver BEFORE the start of the course. A link to the Hiking Waiver is here... https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oss5S6Z_dah_qrBXsDmrasodi0Kbkp94/view?usp=sharing. Please download, complete, and either email (continuinged@fpsct.org) or mail (Farmington Continuing Education, 1 Depot Place, Unionville, CT 06085). Participation in the hikes will not be allowed unless a waiver is on file.

Yoga draws the mind inward awakening energy through coordination of breath and movement. A combination of Hatha yoga postures will teach you how to be fully present in your body increasing strength, flexibility, range of motion, and skeletal alignment. Yoga focuses on both the mind and body and is a proponent of physical healing while reducing stress. "All the flowers of tomorrow are in the seeds of today!" Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat. Instruction will take place through Zoom. Registrants will receive an email from the instructor or Farmington Continuing Education containing a link and instructor information before the start of the course.

Come learn Dungeons and Dragons at Tabletop Gaming Center in Newington! Through five sessions, an experienced Dungeon Master will guide your young adventurer, and the rest of their party, through the fantastic world of Dungeons & Dragons! Once you sign up for this program, you will be put in contact with Tabletop Gaming Center's outreach coordinator, Val Warner, who will then work with you to place your child into a group. Groups typically are put together during the weekend, but some groups are available during weeknights. Students are grouped by age, generally 10-12/13 and 13-17. If you have any questions, let us know at 860-404-0290 Ext. 7070. This 5-session course runs at Tabletop Gaming Center in Newington, 741 New Britain Avenue, Newington CT, 06111.