Spring 2026 Community Education Catalog

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This course will teach you Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association. Students will learn how to recognize and respond to an emergency, learn 1 and 2 person CPR for the adult, child and infant, along with the use of an AED and how to respond to someone who is choking. This class qualifies for GI Bill® benefits. (No Waivers)

1/13 - 4/23

This course meets U.S. Dept. of Health Ed. & Welfare, National Traffic Safety Admin & DOT guidelines for EMT-Basic certification. Includes lectures, discussions, hands-on demos, and practical skills. Prepares for psychomotor and written exams; 73+ average required to qualify to sit for national exam. Test fees not included. Class qualifies for GI Bill® benefits. (No Waivers)

CULINARY ARTS

PLATE WITH A PURPOSE: CREATING HEALTHY EATING HABITS ........................................................................................$69

Thursday 1/29

In this class you will learn how to plan, organize, and prepare a meal within your busy schedule. We will cover everything from shopping efficiently to healthy menu planning while preparing a chicken dinner with sides and sauce. All ingredients included. (No Waivers)

Join the MWCC kitchen staff to learn about knife skills. This class will demonstrate the proper techniques of kitchen knife safety. Learn classic knife cuts, which knife to use and when, and why it is important to keep ingredients uniform size.

Just in time for St. Patty’s Day, come learn how to make your own authentic Irish Soda Bread with the guidance of the MWCC kitchen staff. The skills you learn will also help you make other quick breads. All ingredients included. (No Waivers)

Hand pies are individual pies that come in all flavor profiles from sweet to savory. Learn how to make your dough from scratch and choose a flavor from: beef cottage pie, vegetarian cottage pie, or strawberry rhubarb. Everyone will take home up to six pies at the end of class. All ingredients included. (No Waivers)

ARTS & CRAFTS

B - Fridays 3/6 - 3/20

Art Studio, Harvard 20205

In this fun, whimsical, and stress-free class, we'll explore watercolor techniques (wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, blotting, texture, etc.) to build a solid foundation for your watercolor journey. Materials list will be sent before class starts. Seats are limited! (No Waivers)

A - Tuesday 1/20 5–7:30pm Glimmerbug Art Studio, Harvard 20208

B - Tuesday 2/10 5–7:30pm

Glimmerbug Art Studio, Harvard 20209

An introductory workshop that covers foundational mixed media techniques—making fun backgrounds, gesso layering, using simple stamps, and creative mark-making. This class allows students to fill their first journal pages with satisfying quick wins. (No Waivers)

A - Wednesdays 2/4 & 2/11

B - Tuesdays 4/7 & 4/14 10am–12pm

Learn gentle, easy patterns inspired by nature—leaves, pebbles, clouds—using pen or watercolor. Perfect for all levels, these classes focus on relaxing, mindful repetition and freeing up creativity. (No Waivers)

Heart - Wednesday 2/11 6–8pm KRO's

Enjoy a creative night out! Choose your project—either a 10" lighted heart or an 8"x10" framed window. Each session includes all materials, an adult beverage, an appetizer, tax, and gratuity. Each date features one project only, see above. (Heart or Window) (No Waivers)

Spring/Mother's Day Theme - Thursday 4/30 5:30–8:30pm

Make a lighted decorative jar using provided materials and Cricut-cut designs. Choose your project by date above—Easter Theme or Spring/Mother’s Day theme. The instructor will demonstrate how to personalize your jar. All materials included. (No Waivers)

Wednesdays 3/25 - 4/22 5–7pm

Learn the Japanese art of amigurumi by crocheting your own chicken. No experience required, though basic crochet knowledge helps. Bring a 4mm hook; all other materials provided. (No Waivers)

PHOTOGRAPHY, MUSIC & COMEDY

BEGINNER GUITAR ........................................................................................................................................................................................$69

Wednesdays 2/4 - 3/11 5:30–6:30pm

Learn beginner guitar techniques including chords, tablature, and styles like rock, country, jazz, folk, and blues. You'll learn to tune, read chord charts, and strum in rhythm. Acoustic guitar required. Picks, sheet music, and take-home materials included. (No Waivers)

INTRO TO STAND UP COMEDY ...................................................................................................................................................................$85

Mondays 3/2 - 4/6 7–9pm

Learn how to write a joke, punch up a funny line, make your story memorable and perform stand-up. The last class will be reserved for an in-person show to try out your newly polished skills! (No Waivers)

OUTDOOR AND NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY ...............................................................................................................................................$85 Wednesdays 4/8 - 5/13 6–8:30pm

Learn the basics of nature and outdoor photography in this intro course. Explore how to use your camera, work with light, and create strong compositions. Each class includes an assignment with feedback to help you improve. One field trip: date TBD in class. (No Waivers)

GOLF

Tuesdays 3/3 - 4/14 (No Class 3/17) 6:45–7:45pm

This course is for all, regardless of ability, to learn the game. Also receive a 1-week trial gym pass for Mount Fitness. (No Waivers)

A - Tuesdays 3/3 - 4/14 (No Class 3/17) 8–9pm

B - Fridays 3/6 - 4/17 (No Class 3/20) 6:45–7:45pm

Bring your stroke count down, learn to chip and putt better, and improve your skills. Also receive a 1-week trial gym pass for Mount Fitness. (No Waivers)

Fridays 3/6 - 4/17 (No Class 3/20) 8–9pm

Fine-tune your game, improve your swing mechanics, short game, chipping and pitching. Also receive a 1-week trial gym pass for Mount Fitness. (No Waivers)

YOUTH PROGRAMMING

LITTLE CHEFS: ADULT & CHILD CLASS (AGES 5+) ................................................................................................................. $209

Tuesdays 1/6 - 2/10 4–6pm

Gardner 19966

This 6-week cooking course is priced for one adult and child duo to learn & create together. Learn knife safety, homemade pasta and sauces, sheet pan meals, fruit bouquets and edible art! Bring “to-go” containers each week; everything else is included. (No Waivers)

BEGINNER PIANO SKILLS & MUSIC THEORY (AGES 11-16) ............................................................................................... $219

Weds. 1/28 - 5/13 (No class 2/18 & 4/22) 5–6pm

In this class, students will learn basic music theory, basic piano scales, and how to easily read chord charts for independent play. The last class will be a recital presentation. Piano lesson book included. (No Waivers)

APRIL ADVENTURES (GRADES K-8) ........................................................................................................................................ $279

Tuesday - Friday 4/21 - 4/24 8am–4pm

Come join some of our summer staff for a fun filled April school vacation week! Throughout the week we will explore different pieces of STEAM through projects and small group activities. Please be sure to bring lunch, snacks and drinks with you every day. On Thursday we will be taking a trip to APEX in Marlborough and have a pizza lunch there. *All MWCC operations will be active this week. (No Waivers)

WELLNESS

INTRO TO AYURVEDA — ANCIENT WELLNESS ................................................................................................................................. $149

Wednesdays 2/4 - 3/11 5–7pm Gardner

Explore the foundations of Ayurveda and learn how diet, lifestyle, and seasonal routines can support balance and well-being. Discover practical tools for maintaining health and optimizing digestion, helping you create a life of wholeness. (No Waivers)

MICROSOFT EXCEL

INTRODUCTION TO EXCEL ...........................................................................................................................................................................$65

Tuesday & Thursday 4/7 & 4/9 6–8pm Leominster 19940

Learn how to create and edit basic Excel worksheets and workbooks.

INTERMEDIATE EXCEL .................................................................................................................................................................................$99

Tuesdays & Thursdays 4/14 - 4/23 6–8pm Leominster 19941

Learn to work with large worksheets; use print titles, headers and footers, hyperlinks, conditional formatting, formatting tables, and sorting and filtering. Also learn removing duplicates, using and managing named ranges, creating and using formulas and functions, converting text to columns, concatenating data, using csv files, and creating simple charts.

Tuesday & Thursday 4/28 & 4/30 6–8pm

This advanced course covers working with multiple workbooks and data analysis. Topics include data consolidation, subtotals, outlines, 3-D formulas, linking workbooks, VLOOKUP, pivot tables and charts, using comments, and protecting and sharing workbooks.

SERVSAFE

Tuesdays 3/24 - 4/14 6–8:30pm Gardner 19993

This course will provide you with knowledge of food/hygiene responsibilities in the food service industry to prep for the nationally accredited certification, valid for 5 years. Textbook included in the course fee. Students are responsible for picking up books at least one week ahead of time. Last day of class will be the exam. This class qualifies for GI Bill® benefits. (No Waivers)

Tuesdays 4/21 & 4/28 6–8:30pm

Students must provide an old certification number. Class includes a 2.5 hour review of key components and the exam. This class qualifies for GI Bill® benefits. (No Waivers)

ANIMAL TELEPATHY

ANIMAL TELEPATHY .....................................................................................................................................................................................$39

Tuesday 3/10 5–6:30pm Online 19965

Wouldn't you love to know what your pet is feeling and thinking? Find out how animal telepathy can benefit your animal and your relationship, learn about the intuitive channels available for communication, and practice guided meditations to get started.

WRITING, PUBLISHING & LITERATURE

BE A BETTER WRITER: 10 EASY TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR WRITING NOW .......................................................................$55

Saturday 3/14 11am–2pm

This class shares techniques to make writing clearer and more engaging, helping you at work or with publishing. Through hands-on examples and exercises, you'll also practice improving flow and reader interest. (No Waivers)

WRITING FOR CHILDREN: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE .....................................................................................................................$49

Sunday 3/15 2–4pm

This class covers market trends, age-appropriate storytelling, and memorable character creation. You’ll also get tips for crafting submissions that stand out to kid-lit magazines and publishers—whether your goal is picture books or YA novels. (No Waivers)

HOW TO WRITE YOUR LIFE STORY (FOR FUN OR FOR PROFIT) .......................................................................................................$55

Saturday 3/28 11am–2pm

Create an inspirational autobiography for family, friends, and others. Learn how to recall vivid memories, analyze events and people that shaped who you are, and bring your story to life. Printing/publishing options will also be discussed. (No Waivers) SPEAK UP, STAND OUT: PUBLIC SPEAKING FOR BEGINNERS

3/29

Learn how to organize ideas, speak with clarity, manage anxiety, and connect with your audience. With low-pressure practice and practical tips, you’ll leave ready to present at work, events, or readings—without the podium panic. (No Waivers)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CAREER TRAINING

$1,800

Open Enrollment

Self Paced

Focuses on the practical applications of using them in a plant or manufacturing system. This program includes PLCLogix 500, our lab simulator that emulates the Rockwell Logix 500 series PLC control software. This simulation software enables you to design, run, test, and debug ladder logic programs and simulate the operation of real-world PLC applications. (No Waivers)

Open Enrollment Self Paced Online Payment plan available

This program will provide the knowledge you need to build a foundation working in Outpatient Services. Learn the medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology needed to correctly assign billing codes to patient procedures and diagnoses. Learn the current medical code sets and get hands-on experience with 3M encoding software as you practice with actual medical records. (No Waivers)

Open Enrollment

$3,899

Self Paced Online Payment plan available

Our elite training program, accredited by ASHP/ACPE, covers all 41 objectives to prepare you for the PTCB exam and ensure you're job-ready. (No Waivers) how to register

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