Get Smart - Unique Classes for Adults

With less than a month until back-to-school, adults in our community have plenty of options for adding a class to their weekly schedule. Classes range from the practical to the creative, building computer skills to trying something new in the arts, and there truly is something out there for everyone.

Norwalk Community College

Speed Reading — NCC will offer a one-day course in speed reading this coming November to help everyone learn techniques to read faster and remember more material.

Social Media Marketing Made Simple — a free class offered this October to provide an introduction to using social media to maximize your business’s marketing plan.

Potter’s Wheel — A one-day potter’s wheel workshop is offered for people who want to try it out before committing to a full beginners’ course.

Beadmaking — In September, Lakeside Pottery will offer another round of three-hour Introduction to Glass Beadmaking classes.  Students learn how to use a gas torch, hand tools, and soft glass to make unique beads.

Basics of Ballroom — If “Dancing with the Stars” has you inspired to get moving, this weekly class may be just the thing to help you get started.

The fall 2011 course catalogue comes out soon, but for now, we looked at some of the highlights of this summer’s online courses.

Going Green At Home —  A crash course in everything you need to know to make your home a little greener.

Secrets of Better Photography — Who hasn’t wished they had the skills to take a better photo? Photography classes at Stamford Adult Education, including this course specializing in the basics, are the perfect solution.

Check websites for more information about each class.