Farmington Continuing Education

From audio books to advertisements and beyond, we encounter recorded voices everywhere! In this one-night, live online class, your instructor will take you behind-the-scenes in the voice over field for a fun and realistic look at how the voice over field really works. You’ll gain inside perspective on developing skills, and how to leverage your voice's strengths and interests, and more. Because this class is live, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions! Additionally, there will be a chance for a one on one script read. Instruction will take place through Zoom. Registrants will receive an email from Farmington Continuing Education containing a link and instructor information before the start of the course.

You will be taught by Certified Nutritional Health and Life Coach, Debbie Barbiero, what foods you should eat and what foods you should avoid if you are battling Celiac disease or have gluten sensitivity.

Join Farmington Continuing Education for 6 moderately paced nature walks on wooded trails in Central and Northern CT. Appreciate nature’s tranquility and subtle gifts while still getting some exercise with the Top 6 Best Nature Walks. Enjoy 2.5 mile, hour and a half, weekly easy walks on Tuesday mornings starting at 8:45am. Any postponement due to weather will be communicated before the hike via email. Good hiking boots and water are essential, and hiking poles are recommended! List of Nature Walks Reservoir 6, 3070 Albany Ave (Rt. 44) in West Hartford Jones Mountain Preserve, 161 Steele Road in New Hartford Northwest Park, 145 Lang Road in Windsor McLean Game Refuge, 166 Salmon Brook Street/ Rt 10/ Rt 202 in Granby Penwood State Park, 560 Simsbury Road in Bloomfield Elizabeth Park Rose Garden, 1561 Asylum Ave in Hartford If you have any questions about the hiking program, please contact our hiking instructor, Grant Summers at gemersonsummers@gmail.com. All registrants MUST complete a Hiking Waiver BEFORE the start of the course. A link to the Hiking Waiver will be included in the "notes" of the registration confirmation, and can also be found HERE. 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.

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+. Students will need to have their acoustic guitar on hand. Course fee includes Chords are Key for Guitar book and videos (electronic copy). Instruction will take place through Zoom. Registrants will receive an email containing a link and instructor information before the start of the course.

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture demonstration. Course fee includes Chords are Key for Piano book and videos (electronic copy). Students should have a keyboard or piano available. Instruction will take place through Zoom. Registrants will receive an email containing a link and instructor information before the start of the course.

For students who have already taken the Beginner Adult Tap course or have previous tap dance experience. Adult Tap offers the opportunity to exercise in a unique and fun way. Continue to learn or review tap steps, work on techniques, and tap combinations.

Intermediate students will learn how to weave a ribbed ‘egg’ basket using color weavers provided by the instructor. The basket’s ‘bowl’ is approximately 12 in long , 9 in wide and 5 in deep. The handle which arches the basket adds another 5 in in height.

This course is for students who have completed the Advanced Beginner Course or 3 years of high school French. Students should have an intermediate low or mid proficiency level in spoken French. This course will continue to hone conversation skills while addressing more advanced grammar topics such as compound tenses, relative pronouns, and direct and indirect objects. The objectives of this course are for you to be able to say that I can: communicate on advanced topics in a variety of tenses. understand detailed conversations, recognize social cues, ask for directions, complete travel plans airport and train station, explore the impact of social media and discuss current events. read detailed texts and listen to a variety of videos and authentic conversations. Student should purchase the textbook Ultimate French ISBN-13: 978-1400009633 - or - ISBN-13: 978-1400021048

This course is for students who have completed the Intermediate French I and would like to hone their communication and listening skills. Students should have had 4 years of high school French or equivalent. The objectives of this course are for you to be able to say that I can: communicate on advanced topics in a variety of tenses with ease and fluency. understand detailed conversations, recognize social cues, discuss literature, current events, social media, and Podcasts with ease

This course provides you with an in-depth understanding of Intermittent Fasting (IF), an eating pattern that cycles between periods of fasting and eating. Participants will explore the science, benefits, down sides, and various methods of IF, along with practical tips for integrating this lifestyle into daily routines. Understanding the principles and science behind IF while learning different protocols of IF. Explore the health benefits of IF and gain insights into potential risks and how mitigate them. Develop a suitable personalized plans. Answer the questions that might you have and support you in your IF journey.

This course is designed to introduce tap dancing to the complete beginner. If you have never tap danced before and have always wanted to, this is the best place to start! Wear comfortable clothing and do not forget your tap shoes! Don't have tap shoes but want to experience the course? We may have a gently used pair that you can borrow or purchase.

Intermediate students will learn how to weave a ribbed egg basket using color weavers provided by the instructor. Students will learn the skills to make their own baskets. The finished dimensions are approximately 12 x 9 x 5 inches, with a 5-inch tall handle. Course fee includes the cost of supplies.

Learn the basics of Jazz dance with Amy Perales, an FCE veteran dance and wellness instructor. You will learn basic Jazz dance terminology and steps to music while getting your heart rate up. Attend with clothes you can move comfortably in. Jazz dance shoes are not necessary but are recommended for a more authentic experience.

Register for this one-time, 90-minute introductory course at any time! Upon receipt of registration, you will be contacted by a representative from Voices For All to schedule your 90-minute session based on your availability. “Wow, you have a great voice!” Have you heard that more times than you can count? Or maybe you listen to your favorite audiobooks, commercials, or cartoon characters and think, “I could do that!” Want to earn income using your talents from the comfort of your home? If so, then you could have what it takes to begin working as a professional Voiceover Artist. Explore the voiceover industry with your instructor, a professional, working voice actor from the voice acting training company, Voices For All, in a one-on-one, personalized, video chat setting. Discover the current trends in the industry and how easy and affordable it can be to learn, set up and work from home. In this one-time, 90-minute, introductory class, you’ll also learn about the different types of voiceovers and the tools you’ll need to find success. Your instructor will record you as you read a real script, then offer you some coaching so you can improve your delivery. Your instructor will take notes on your performance and create a professional voiceover evaluation delivered to you in a follow up call. After the class, you will have the knowledge necessary to help you decide if this is something you’d like to pursue. Learn more: http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo 18 and over. You owe it to yourself to finally explore the possibilities of this fun and rewarding field! Upon registration you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience. Requirements: Students must have Internet Access and Video Chatting capabilities using a method such as Zoom, Skype (Win/Mac/Mobile), or iChat/FaceTime (Mac/iOS).

Register for this one-time, 90-minute introductory course at any time! Upon receipt of registration, you will be contacted by a representative from Voices For All to schedule your 90-minute session based on your availability. “Wow, you have a great voice!” Have you heard that more times than you can count? Or maybe you listen to your favorite audiobooks, commercials, or cartoon characters and think, “I could do that!” Want to earn income using your talents from the comfort of your home? If so, then you could have what it takes to begin working as a professional Voiceover Artist. Explore the voiceover industry with your instructor, a professional, working voice actor from the voice acting training company, Voices For All, in a one-on-one, personalized, video chat setting. Discover the current trends in the industry and how easy and affordable it can be to learn, set up and work from home. In this one-time, 90-minute, introductory class, you’ll also learn about the different types of voiceovers and the tools you’ll need to find success. Your instructor will record you as you read a real script, then offer you some coaching so you can improve your delivery. Your instructor will take notes on your performance and create a professional voiceover evaluation delivered to you in a follow up call. After the class, you will have the knowledge necessary to help you decide if this is something you’d like to pursue. Learn more: http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo 18 and over. You owe it to yourself to finally explore the possibilities of this fun and rewarding field! Upon registration you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience. Requirements: Students must have Internet Access and Video Chatting capabilities using a method such as Zoom, Skype (Win/Mac/Mobile), or iChat/FaceTime (Mac/iOS).

Are you or a loved one about to turn 65 soon and getting ready to sign up for Medicare? Are you already on Medicare and would like to learn more about your Medicare options? Wondering how to find your way through the maze of Medicare terms? This course will help you learn more about Medicare and your health plan options. During this course, learn the differences between Medicare and other health coverage, what is Original Medicare and are there other options, is Original Medicare enough health coverage, what are Medicare Parts A, B, C & D, are prescriptions covered, how much will it cost and are there deadlines to enroll? Become educated on Medicare Advantage Plans, Part D prescription drug plans, and Medicare Supplement plans. The advantages and disadvantages will be discussed in an easy-to-understand manner. This course is designed to be informational with ample opportunity for individual questions.