Farmington Continuing Education

This functionally, fun class provides a complete workout that will help tone and reshape your body. You will use light weights, bands and your own body weight to improve strength, flexibility, balance and stamina to sculpt and tone. Bring a yoga mat, water, and light weights. 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. All participants will need to fill out a new waiver annually. Returning participants can simply update their waiver here... https://momence.com/dashboard/intake-form/1wjDewx7BO. New Registrants can submit a waiver here...https://momence.com/dashboard/intake-form/1wjDewx7BO

Learn how to create your own charcuterie board with a hands-on lesson from Chell's Charcuterie. Michelle will bring all the necessary tools and ingredients for you to create a heart board (session A)or a spring board (session B). Cheeses, meats, fruits and all accompaniments will be available to you as youstyle your own beautiful charcuterie boards to take home. Course fee includes the cost of supplies. Session A: Heart Board Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a large event, charcuterie boards are sure to impress. Perfect as a gift, addition to your party, or for any reason you’d like! During this in-person event, you will get hands-on experience designing a charcuterie board with a variety of meats, cheeses and fruit's. Create a salami flower, kiwi star, provolone rose, and more! Michelle will guide you through the design process and provide simple tips and tricks to elevate your charcuterie life. Included: 10" Bamboo Disposable Board | 4 Cheeses | 2 Meats |Fresh Fruit | Dry Fruit | Fresh Herbs. All tools needed will be provided but sold separately. Cheese knife, ravioli cutter, and paring knife. Session B: Spring Board Shock your neighbors, friends, and family through the Spring holidays with this exciting Spring themed charcuterie board. With design and style instruction from Chell's Charcuterie, you will walk away with the knowledge to create your own Spring board, and a board of your own! Included: 10" Bamboo Disposable Board | 4 Cheeses | 2 Meats |Fresh Fruit | Dry Fruit | Fresh Herbs. All tools needed will be provided but sold separately. Cheese knife, ravioli cutter, and paring knife. No alcohol is permitted.

This functionally fun class provides a complete workout that will help tone and reshape your body. You will use light weights, bands and your own body weight to improve strength, flexibility, balance and stamina to sculpt and tone. Bring a yoga mat, water, and light weights. 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. All participants will need to fill out a new waiver annually. Returning participants can simply update their waiver here... https://www.personaleuphoria.com/annual-waiver-update. New Registrants can submit a waiver here... https://www.personaleuphoria.com/register-2

Come learn the basic strokes, connections, and formations necessary to write in traditional cursive writing. Studies have shown that cursive writing provides a wide range of cognitive benefits including improvements in reading skill, writing confidence, and memory retention. Join veteran Farmington Public Schools teacher, Mrs. Chaves, in this 5 course class and bring some finesse to your child's writing. Be sure to pack a snack. We will have a brief break to eat once students arrive. PLEASE NOTE: This course is for enrolled students at their respective home schools. *** PLEASE NOTE OUR YOUTH DISMISSAL AND PICK-UP POLICY*** On the day of the course be sure to inform your child's school office, using their prescribed dismissal change policy, that your child will be attending EXCL for the enrichment course you have signed up for. Refunds will not be provided for missed classes. At the end of the school day when dismissed, students who are attending will be sent to EXCL. When the course starts, they will be brought to the course classroom by the instructor. Parents are not to bring their children to the school to attend this course, students are only to be dismissed directly from school. Parents should be prompt to pick up at the course dismissal time as charges will accrue if parents are late. Dismissal will occur at the entrance of the building and will be facilitated by the school security guard and instructor. Parents will not be permitted into the building and it is advised that parents stay in their cars until the dismissal time, or until the instructor is visible at the front door. Each parent will need to sign their child out and must have a valid I.D. ready. The I.D. must match that of the parent/guardian who signed up the child or by an authorized pick-up. To authorize an additional pick-up, please call 860-404-0290 Ext. 7070. Students who are attending EXCL on the day of the course will be dismissed back to EXCL.

Come learn how to create beautiful sugar cookies with Royal Icing. You will learn and practice how to outline and flood cookies with icing. You will also learn different techniques to enhance the cookies, such as wet on wet, transfers, and texture. You will leave each session with beautifully decorated cookies to share with friends and families. Several sessions to choose from. January 22 (Snow Fun) February 12 (Hearts Galore) March 12 (Lucky Clover) April 9 (Hopping Bunnies) May 14 (Spring Sunshine) All supplies are provided.

Designed for beginners, learn the basics of Excel. You will practice entering data, formulas, formatting cells, adding sheets, and how to sort data. Participants should have basic computer and keyboarding skills, and be proficient in using the mouse/trackpad.

This course is perfect for that student who is interested in cooking and wants to learn some of the basics. Join Food Explorers for a delightful dessert class where you'll learn to make a refreshing Strawberry Lemonade Pie! This no-bake treat combines the perfect balance of sweet strawberries and tangy lemon in a graham cracker crust. Come enjoy a fun, hands-on experience and leave with a delicious personal pie! All recipes are nut-free and vegetarian but will contain dairy, eggs, and gluten. The course fee includes the cost of ingredients and supplies. PLEASE NOTE: This Course is for Farmington Public Schools students who are enrolled at West District, Union School, East Farms, and Noah Wallace. You must register at the school that your child attends and where it is offered. Each school's offered classes varies. *** PLEASE NOTE OUR YOUTH DISMISSAL AND PICK-UP POLICY*** On the day of the course be sure to inform your child's school office, using their prescribed dismissal change policy, that your child will be attending EXCL for the enrichment course you have signed up for. Refunds will not be provided for missed classes. At the end of the school day when dismissed, students who are attending will be sent to EXCL where they will be supervised until the start of the course, and be offered an afternoon snack. When the course starts, they will be brought to the course classroom by the instructor. Parents are not to bring their children to the school to attend this course, students are only to be dismissed directly from school. Parents should be prompt to pick up at the course dismissal time as charges will accrue if parents are late. Dismissal will occur at the entrance of the building and will be facilitated by the school security guard and instructor. Parents will not be permitted into the building and it is advised that parents stay in their cars until the dismissal time, or until the instructor is visible at the front door. Each parent will need to sign their child out and must have a valid I.D. ready. The I.D. must match that of the parent/guardian who signed up the child or by an authorized pick-up. To authorize an additional pick-up, please call 860-404-0290 Ext. 7070. Students who are attending EXCL on the day of the course will be dismissed back to EXCL.

A Dong Supermarket is over 30,000 square feet of Chinatown in West Hartford, complete with hanging ducks, live fish, exotic produce and all the ingredients you need to cook Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai and Japanese. Prudence Sloane will guide you through this most extraordinary supermarket and give you expert advice on how to cook and use many of the products offered. All secrets will be revealed. Afterwards we feast on Vietnamese specialties at Pho Boston next door. We will meet at Cha Papi, next to A Dong's Supermarket, between 9:30 am and 10 am.Cha Papi is an Asian coffee shop with wonderful rice donuts and amazing coffee (not included on tour). Bring a sweater - the supermarket can get cold. Food allergies and dietary restrictions (shrimp, pork, chicken, beef) must be noted upon registering. Tour includes lunch, tax and gratuities. ~ Cash bar/beverages ~

This three-session course is designed for retirees or those planning to retire within the next 5 to 10 years. You will learn strategies to generate steady income, protect assets, reduce taxes, and secure a comfortable retirement for you and your spouse. The seminar covers making the best use of your employer’s retirement plan, evaluating lump-sum distribution options, and reducing estate taxes through proper planning. You will also learn about annuities, Social Security, Medicare, and asset allocation to align your investments with your objectives and risk tolerance. A spousal guest can attend at no cost with registration. Please note, there is no guarantee that the strategies discussed will result in investment success, as investments are subject to market risks, including potential loss of principal. Results depend on various factors. Securities offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC.

Join Food Explorers for a fun and flavorful baking class where you'll learn to create four delicious treats! Master the art of making Raspberry Vanilla Whoopie Pies, Chocolate Chip Cookie Pies, Blueberry Lemonade Donuts, and Mocha Cakes. All recipes are nut-free and vegetarian but will contain dairy, eggs, and gluten. The course fee includes the cost of ingredients and supplies.