“The Nature Superheroes of Winter” with Mass Audubon

Wednesdays (3 sessions, one per month) 1:00 pm to 2:30pm Jan 28, Feb 25, & March 25 (4th Wednesday) @ North River Office

Let's face it, many of us are happy reading a good book and drinking tea by a woodstove in the coldest months of the year. In this three-part series we will take inspiration from the hardiest flora and fauna that thrives in the Winter. We will spin the phenology wheel for each Winter month and will highlight the strategies and adaptations of our most impressive Chionophiles! When appropriate and bearable, we might step outside for a few moments to experience their world. Hot cocoa will be available. Special credit for those that join our first session with a definition of Chionophiles. Each of the three sessions will be held at Mass Audubon's North River Wildlife Sanctuary 2000 Main Street. Max 40 Cost $2

Two -part Pottery Project: Beach or Floral Inspired Clay Wall Hangings Paula Borg
 Fridays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm January 30th AND Friday, February 6th
 Create 2 beautiful wall hangings with floral or beach items. Class 1 we will cut out shapes from clay slabs and decorate with stamps, shells, flowers, and more. Class 2 we will glaze the hangings, Paula will then take and fire in kiln and attach the driftwood and hemp string for hanging. Max: 12 Cost $45.00 payable at registration.
 

Moments of Reflection with Japanese Poetry with Rich Hansen
Mondays 11:00am - 12:00pm (4 Sessions) 2/2, 2/9, (No Class 2/16), 2/23, 3/2, 
This course will focus on the relationship between nature and personal writing. In this class you will explore the assorted styles of Japanese literature to connect events in the natural world with larger concepts. Some Buddhist philosophy will be mentioned. The sampling of Japanese poetry styles incorporated are Haiku, Haibun, Senryu, Tanka and Renga. The class will be led by Rich Hansen who is an educator and award-winning poet. He studied Japanese poetry with the renowned scholar Lorraine Ellis Harr Min 6 Max 12 Cost $25

Beginner/Social Ballroom Dance with No Partner Required with Claire and Roger Vaka
Tuesday 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (4 Sessions) 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 
Join us for a fun session of learning or improving your dancing skills. These classes will help you step onto the dance floor with confidence. It has been a long time since Marshfield’s “Rexicana Ballroom”, but there are still many places to enjoy Ballroom dancing such as weddings, cruises, and special events. Roger and Claire are fulltime Social Ballroom Dance instructors who love what they do and want you to get the most out of each class. At the very first class, they will ask each of you what you hope to achieve and what Ballroom dances you most want to learn. Bring a partner OR come on your own and get partnered up! Min: 10 Max 16 Cost $40 per person

Larry King Presents: American Crooners and Lady Singers 
Wednesdays (4 sessions) 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25 1:00pm – 2:00pm
American male singers like Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby, and American lady singers like Patti Page and Ella Fitzgerald, present a wide range of styles that are linked by smooth vocals in jazz, popular standards and traditional popular music. This dominant vocal style coincided with the advent of radio, electrical recording, included movies, big bands, and is still alive today. This four-session presentation seeks to explore this part of the Great American Songbook. Larry King will lead the class. For many years, Larry was an announcer and manager at WCRB, Boston’s heritage classical music station, evening announcer/host on the World Classical Network, formerly weekend afternoon announcer/host on WGBH’s all classical WCRB in Boston, and former host of the live Tanglewood broadcast concerts.  Larry has a degree in speech and music, enjoys teaching adult education classes and loves sharing his passion about how music influences our lives and culture.
Max 40 Cost $25

The New Yorker Discussion Group with Michael Bradley
Thursdays 1:00pm-2:30pm (4 sessions) 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26 
Michael Bradley will lead the group and have you keeping abreast of the world through The New Yorker Magazine. Explore the up-to-date news of the world through assigned readings in The New Yorker followed by discussion. Through reading and sharing views we come to a better understanding of the world. If you don’t get The New Yorker Magazine, it can be found at the library and on Libby (at no charge). Minimum 10, Cost $25 

Introduction to Watercolor Painting - with Jeanne Brouillette
Mondays 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm (4 sessions) 2/ 9, (No Class 2/16), 2/23 and 3/2, 3/9
This series is an introduction to painting with watercolor, geared to those with no experience with watercolor painting. Weekly lessons will teach the essential techniques used to create watercolor paintings. Lessons are designed to build your skills from week to week. We will use still life set ups and photos as our inspiration. All Materials used in class are included in the registration fee. Max 12 Cost $60 

Deeper Dive into Digital Photography with Ben Bembenek 
Tuesday 10:00am – 11:30am (4 Sessions) 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3 
Photo composition and editing for anyone. Great follow up to a general course on photo editing but this is also for those without recent photo editing experience but who are interested in learning in depth about a few photo composition and editing topics. The course will take a deeper dive into landscape, micro, abstract and portrait. Each week will focus on one topic and strengthen skills and your comfort. For those with a digital camera or phone camera. Each class will be 90 minutes with time for questions. Max 18 Cost $25

The Reconstruction Amendments with Norm Shacochis
Thursdays 11:00 am-12:00 pm (4 sessions) 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12
In the aftermath of the Civil War, 3 amendments were passed by the states that greatly impacted our nation. We will discuss the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments - what they accomplished - and what they failed to accomplish. 4 weeks and lots of discussion and discovery! The instructor is Norm Shacochis who taught history for 54 years now he brings his knowledge and love of history to topics of interest. We will use some primary sources, video clips, and most important of all…the U.S. Constitution to further our understanding of this very important part of our lives. Max 25 Cost $25

Great Decisions 2026 with Rich Hansen 
Mondays 11:00-12:30 (5 sessions) 3/16, 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13 
Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs with balanced, nonpartisan programs and publications from the Foreign Policy Association. Join these sessions for a thoughtful and mind-expanding discussions with others, facilitated by Rich Hansen using the Great Decisions materials and videos as a starting point. Topics for discussion include: 
Ukraine and the Future of European Security, U.S.–China Relations, U.S. Engagement of Africa, & The Future of Human Rights and International Law. Max 12 Cost $35 (includes required booklet)

Inter-generational Learning during February Vacation: "Forecasting the Weather by the Wind” aka "Do It Yourself Weather Forecasting” with Richard Tingblad
Tuesday, February 17th at 10:30am-12:00pm
For adults and children of all ages! Great opportunity to share learning with your grandchildren, class will be during February vacation. Join the fun - Richard Tingblad, who has had a 40-year career as a teacher at Brockton High School and ten years as Teacher/Naturalist with Mass. Audubon North River, will present this workshop geared for an intergenerational audience – sign up to come with your grandkids or come on your own! The morning will include a Powerpoint slideshow and live narration on weather forecasting. A festive treat will be shared. Excellent lecture for kids and adults of all ages. Seating limited, must register and pay in advance. Cost $5 per person

Corn Hole! With Ned Bangs
Fridays, (4 Sessions), 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27 2:30-3:30 
Beat the winter blahs! Come have some laughs and try out your corn hole skills. If you have never played there will be instructions given but really it is a pretty easy sport - you just have to toss a bean bag into a hole. The fun is in playing together. Every level of player welcome! Minimum 8 max 16. Cost $20