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15-MIN. HIIT
Fitness

Short on time? This workout is for you. Backed by research that shows short bouts of intense exercise can be as effective as longer more moderate workouts, this class makes it easy to fit exercise in your schedule. This class will have a short warm up and cool down, and in-between we will be working intensely with fun, full body moves. Modifications will be given so that you can work at the right pace for you. Plan to leave feeling energized. 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. Registrants can submit a waiver here.. https://momence.com/dashboard/intake-form/Bz7xmLq8...

Fall 2026
15-MIN. HIIT
Fitness

Short on time? This workout is for you. Backed by research that shows short bouts of intense exercise can be as effective as longer more moderate workouts, this class makes it easy to fit exercise in your schedule. This class will have a short warm up and cool down, and in-between we will be working intensely with fun, full body moves. Modifications will be given so that you can work at the right pace for you. Plan to leave feeling energized. 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. If you have not already filled out a 2026 waiver, please use the following link to sign it online. We have simplified the online waiver, and it is now powered through Momence.

Fall 2026
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!

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Advanced Beginning French
Language

This course is for students who have already studied the basics of French and would like to expand their knowledge by talking about past and future activities. The objectives of this course are for you to be able to say that I can: Communicate on more advanced topics in a variety of tenses. Understand the more detailed conversation and talk about your home, health, professions Read more detailed texts and listen to a variety of videos and authentic conversations. .

Fall 2026
Aging in Place: How to Protect Assets and Stay at Home
Financial & Retirement

Connecticut is one of the top 3 states with the highest nursing home and long-term care costs, making it essential to protect what you've worked hard for—ideally while staying in your own home. In this program, we will help you understand how to safeguard your assets and position yourself to age in place. You will learn about Medicaid and other state public benefits, as well as strategies for married and single individuals to protect their assets. All participants will receive an informational booklet on long-term care planning, crafted by our estate planning and elder law firm.

Fall 2026
America's 250th Anniversary - Boston Harbor Cruise & Maggiano's Lunch
Day Trips & Tours

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2026 marks the 250th anniversary of our nation's founding in 1776 - the United States of America's Semi-quincentennial. For this milestone occasion, a fleet of the world's most magnificent sailing ships and military ships, in an epic peacetime gathering, will gather in the port of Boston. Our day in Boston will include a wonderful opportunity for up-close views of this amazing gathering of ships aboard a narrated cruise in Boston Harbor. We'll board Charles Riverboat's Lexington - a 2 level paddlewheeler departing from Rowe's Wharf in Boston Harbor. Enjoy an afternoon three-course family-style Italian lunch at Maggiano's Little Italy - everyone's favorite! Trip includes motorcoach, cruise, lunch, gratuities, and Trip Leader. Trip Protection Policy Trip Protection Coverage is 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.

Winter/Spring 2026
Art, Games & Hobbies

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Beginner Needle Felting
Art, Games & Hobbies

Discover the art of needle felting in this beginner-friendly class! Dina will share her expertise, guiding you step-by-step through the fundamentals of needle felting. Her welcoming approach makes the learning process both fun and accessible. No prior experience needed—just bring your creativity and enthusiasm and leave with your own unique designs and the tools to continue creating. Whimsical Felted Mushroom Cottage: Create an enchanting wool mushroom inspired by woodland fairy tales. In this beginner-friendly class, you'll learn the basics of needle felting while crafting a charming autumn decoration to display throughout the season. Harvest Pumpkin in Wool: Celebrate the beauty of fall by creating a handcrafted felted pumpkin. Learn shaping, layering, and finishing techniques as you transform colorful wool into a festive autumn keepsake perfect for home décor or gifting. Winter Gnome Workshop: Create a cozy felted gnome ready for the holiday season. Learn techniques for shaping, assembling, and adding character as you make a festive winter decoration that will bring warmth and whimsy to your home. Course fee includes cost of supplies (needles, felting pads, and safety finger guards). Students bringing their own supplies pay a reduced rate.

Fall 2026
Beginner Scrapbooking
Art, Games & Hobbies

Have you heard about scrapbooking? Curious as to what is involved? Join our beginner class and create a complete event photo album in just two hours! Bring six to twelve photos of one event and the rest will be provided for you. Learn simple techniques and design tips to create beautiful layouts. All class attendees receive supplies, step-by-step assistance, and access to tools.

Fall 2026
Beginning French
Language

This course is for students who have little or no French and would like to communicate in French for travel, business, and pleasure. The objectives of this course are for you to be able to say that I can: Communicate basic information about yourself, your family, your likes and dislikes/hobbies and activities through speaking and writing. Understand basic conversations and read simple texts, advertisements, and informational handouts through a variety of listening/video activities and reading selections. Order meals in restaurants, shop at stores and make reservations at hotels .

Fall 2026
BollyX: Dance Fitness
Fitness

BollyX is a Bollywood-inspired dance-fitness program that combines dynamic choreography with the hottest music from around the world. 45-minute cardio workout cycles between higher and lower-intensity dance sequences will get you moving, sweating, and smiling. At the very core of a BollyX workout is the inspiration it draws from the music and dance of Bollywood, the film industry of India. BollyX embodies the infectious energy, expression, and movement of Bollywood and aims to expand the reach of fitness to more people worldwide. No prior dance experience is needed. All you need to bring is water and your biggest smile. You’re in for a sweaty treat.

Fall 2026
Buying and Selling Real Estate in Today's Market
Home & Garden

I will cover the step by step process of what to expect during the home buying and selling process from how to pick a realtor, to signing the paperwork and getting the keys to your new home.

Fall 2026
Cardio Fitness
Fitness

A friendly exercise program that combines low-impact aerobics with stretching, strength training, and routines to improve flexibility, muscular strength, balance, and cardiovascular fitness. Previous punch cards purchased can be used. Three Options for Purchase... Course Fee - Select this if you want access to all the dates for this given season, no punch card needed. Senior Fee - Reduced rate for seniors who would like access to all the dates for this season, no punch card needed. Punch Card - Purchasing this option will get you a punch card that will allow you access to 10 or 20 sessions of Cardio Fitness across multiple seasons. Bring a mat, hand weights, resistance bands, and a water bottle. Parking is on School Street or Church Street NOT in the School or Barney Library parking lots!

Fall 2026
Cardio Strength
Fitness

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. Registrants can submit a waiver here...https://momence.com/dashboard/intake-form/Bz7xmLq8...

Fall 2026
Cardio Strength
Fitness

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. If you have not already filled out a 2026 waiver, please use the following link to sign it online. We have simplified the online waiver, and it is now powered through Momence.

Fall 2026
Career Training Programs (online by ed2GO)

Career Training Programs are designed by teams of professionals from each respective field to provide you with effective web-based learning programs. Instructors/mentors are actively involved in your online learning experience, responding to questions or concerns and encouraging and motivating you to succeed. You can start at any time and study at your own pace within the program timeline. Get started today, and be on your way to an exciting new career! Career Training Program Subject Areas: Arts and Design Business Computer Applications Computer Science Construction and Trades Health and Fitness Hospitality Information Technology Language Legal Teacher Professional Development Writing Farmington Continuing Education offers non-credit Career Training Programs, in partnership with ed2go, which are perfect for students who need the flexibility of 100% web-based instruction to accommodate their personal or professional life. We offer numerous user-friendly, short-term courses and advanced career training programs. All courses and programs earn an achievement certificate issued by Farmington Continuing Education, and many prepare you for industry-recognized certifications as well. These courses and programs will help you to reach your career training goals.

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Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes
Day Trips & Tours

Experience the magic! Come join us for an unforgettable evening at the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, a cherished New York City holiday tradition. This iconic show, featuring the legendary Rockettes, promises an exceptional blend of fun and quality with nearly a century of performance excellence. Enjoy an enchanting 90-minute experience with over 140 performers, immersive visual effects, and an interactive display that includes drones, giant screens, and spectacular lighting. The performance also features a live orchestra, stunning costumes, and intricate set designs. Entrance to the Music Hall is through Ticketmaster (electronic tickets only). The group will enter the Music Hall together and the group leader will scan everyone in. Bus will depart at the conclusion of the show. Trip includes motorcoach, orchestra seating for the 2 PM show, Trip Leader, and free time before the show for sightseeing, and shopping on your own. A note on bus seating - Farmington passengers will be seated on the side of the bus opposite of the driver.

Fall 2026
Connecticut Boating Certificate
Personal Enrichment

BOATING, PERSONAL WATERCRAFT, and WATER SKI SAFETY CERTIFICATE CLASS This all-inclusive course allows you to legally operate a boat, personal watercraft, and includes the modern water ski towing endorsement. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will have learned about state and federal boating laws and guidelines. They will have earned a CT Safe Boating Certificate (often referred to as the "Boater's License"). The State Certified instructor will guide you through the download process which includes a one-time additional payment due to the State of Connecticut of $50.00 per certificate. You are then certified for life. Connecticut's Safe Boating Certificate has reciprocal value throughout the entire United States and its Territories. After registering for the class, call Farmington Continuing Education at 860-404-0290 or Email continuinged@fpsct.org to schedule your preferred dates. Tues-Wed 2 Night Live Online Course, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, July (7th+8th), (14th+15th), (21th+22th), or (28th+29th) Thurs-Fri 2 Morning Live Online Course, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, July (2nd+3rd) (9th,10th), (16th+17th), (23th+24th) or (30th+31th) Saturday One-Day Live Online Course, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, July 11th,18th or 25th.

Fall 2026
Connecticut Boating Certificate
Personal Enrichment

BOATING, PERSONAL WATERCRAFT, and WATER SKI SAFETY CERTIFICATE CLASS This all-inclusive course allows you to legally operate a boat, personal watercraft, and includes the modern water ski towing endorsement. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will have learned about state and federal boating laws and guidelines. They will have earned a CT Safe Boating Certificate (often referred to as the "Boater's License"). The State Certified instructor will guide you through the download process which includes a one-time additional payment due to the State of Connecticut of $50.00 per certificate. You are then certified for life. Connecticut's Safe Boating Certificate has reciprocal value throughout the entire United States and its Territories. After registering for the class, call Farmington Continuing Education at 860-404-0290 or Email continuinged@fpsct.org to schedule your preferred dates. Tues-Wed 2 Night Live Online Course, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, August (4th+5th), (11th+12th), (18th+19th), or (25th+26th) Thurs-Fri 2 Morning Live Online Course, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, August (6th+7th) (13th,14th), (20th+21th), or (27th+28th) Saturday One-Day Live Online Course, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, August 8th,15th, 22th or 29th.

Fall 2026
Cooking

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Core Strength
Fitness

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. Registrants can submit a waiver here...https://momence.com/dashboard/intake-form/Bz7xmLq8...

Fall 2026
Core Strength
Fitness

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 are recommended. 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. If you have not already filled out a 2026 waiver, please use the following link to sign it online. We have simplified the online waiver, and it is now powered through Momence.

Fall 2026
Create Holiday Cards
Art, Games & Hobbies

Celebrate someone you love by sending cheerful cards to them for the Holidays. You are invited to spend 1.5 hours together creating cards from exclusive Creative Memories and Scrap Simply Card Kits. At this class, participants will each create 4 Holiday Day Cards by using a repositioning tape runner and foam adhesives. (Thanksgiving, Holiday Season)

Fall 2026
Day Trips & Tours

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Farmington Public Schools

15-MIN. HIIT
Fitness

15-MIN. HIIT
Fitness

Adult Enrichment

Advanced Beginning French
Language

Aging in Place: How to Protect Assets and Stay at Home
Financial & Retirement

America's 250th Anniversary - Boston Harbor Cruise & Maggiano's Lunch
Day Trips & Tours

Art, Games & Hobbies

Beginner Needle Felting
Art, Games & Hobbies

Beginner Scrapbooking
Art, Games & Hobbies

Beginning French
Language

BollyX: Dance Fitness
Fitness

Buying and Selling Real Estate in Today's Market
Home & Garden

Cardio Fitness
Fitness

Cardio Strength
Fitness

Cardio Strength
Fitness

Career Training Programs (online by ed2GO)

Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes
Day Trips & Tours

Connecticut Boating Certificate
Personal Enrichment

Connecticut Boating Certificate
Personal Enrichment

Cooking

Core Strength
Fitness

Core Strength
Fitness

Create Holiday Cards
Art, Games & Hobbies

Day Trips & Tours

Farmington Public Schools

15-MIN. HIIT Fitness

15-MIN. HIIT Fitness

Adult Enrichment

Advanced Beginning French Language

Aging in Place: How to Protect Assets and Stay at Home Financial & Retirement

America's 250th Anniversary - Boston Harbor Cruise & Maggiano's Lunch Day Trips & Tours

Art, Games & Hobbies

Beginner Needle Felting Art, Games & Hobbies

Beginner Scrapbooking Art, Games & Hobbies

Beginning French Language

BollyX: Dance Fitness Fitness

Buying and Selling Real Estate in Today's Market Home & Garden

Cardio Fitness Fitness

Cardio Strength Fitness

Cardio Strength Fitness

Career Training Programs (online by ed2GO)

Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes Day Trips & Tours

Connecticut Boating Certificate Personal Enrichment

Connecticut Boating Certificate Personal Enrichment

Cooking

Core Strength Fitness

Core Strength Fitness

Create Holiday Cards Art, Games & Hobbies

Day Trips & Tours

15-MIN. HIIT
Fitness

15-MIN. HIIT
Fitness

Advanced Beginning French
Language

Aging in Place: How to Protect Assets and Stay at Home
Financial & Retirement

America's 250th Anniversary - Boston Harbor Cruise & Maggiano's Lunch
Day Trips & Tours

Beginner Needle Felting
Art, Games & Hobbies

Beginner Scrapbooking
Art, Games & Hobbies

Beginning French
Language

BollyX: Dance Fitness
Fitness

Buying and Selling Real Estate in Today's Market
Home & Garden

Cardio Fitness
Fitness

Cardio Strength
Fitness

Cardio Strength
Fitness

Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes
Day Trips & Tours

Connecticut Boating Certificate
Personal Enrichment

Connecticut Boating Certificate
Personal Enrichment

Core Strength
Fitness

Core Strength
Fitness

Create Holiday Cards
Art, Games & Hobbies