Life Long Learning (Livingston Center)

By purchasing this membership, you will receive a 10% discount on the first 5 classes you register for after purchasing the membership (not applicable to special events or podcasts), 1 free digital literacy class per year, and you will be entered into a drawing to win an iPad at the end of the year that is exclusive to members; discount will automatically apply once you create an account. (Purchase membership, receive email to register account, once you register, membership will be added to your account for future discounts.) Membership Fee effective for 7/1/26 - 6/30/27.

An introductory 1.5 hour workshop provides a practical overview of the basics in grant writing, from idea to proposal development & submission. Participants will learn how to identify funding opportunities, write clear project goals, align proposal components and develop an understanding of grant administration for managing the grant details once funded. Ideal for beginners, the course offers tips, resources and strategies to enhance one’s success in seeking grant funding.

Learn the basics of traditional calligraphy using a flat edged pen in this hands-on class. We'll focus on how to hold the pen, create consistent strokes, and build clean, structured letterforms step by step. You'll be guided through a foundational alphabet and begin to understand how pen angle and spacing work together to create balanced, beautiful lettering.

This hands-on Chicken Butchery Basics class teaches participants the essential skills needed to safely and efficiently break down a whole chicken into its primary cuts. Students will learn proper knife handling, basic butchery techniques, and how to identify and separate the breast, wings, thighs, drumsticks, and carcass for stock production. Each participant will receive recipes specifically designed for each cut, helping them maximize flavor and minimize waste in their home kitchen. By the end of the class, students will have the confidence to process whole chickens on their own and will have the option to purchase a basic butchery knife to continue practicing at home.

Learn the fundamentals of pointed pen calligraphy and how to create the elegant thick-and-thin lines that define script lettering. In this hands-on class, you'll be introduced to using a dip pen and nib, controlling pressures, and practicing the foundational strokes that lead into letterforms. This style is requires a lighter touch and a bit more control, and you'll be guided step by step so you can build confidence as you go. No experience needed.

This hands-on Sushi 101 class introduces students to the fundamental techniques and ingredients used in preparing fresh, delicious sushi. Participants will learn about sushi rice preparation, knife skills, common sushi fillings, and proper rolling methods. Each student will create their own sushi rolls while gaining an understanding of food safety and presentation principles. By the end of the class, students will have the confidence to make sushi at home and for $5 will be able to purchase their own sushi mat for future practice.