Beginning Jewelry: Sterling Silver Pendant with Bezel-Set Stone *In-Person*

Beginning jewelry-making students can continue learning in this workshop which focuses on creating a sterling silver pendant with a bezel-set cabochon stone. Students will develop their fabrication skills, including drilling, sawing, piercing, filing, multiple soldering techniques, making jump rings, satin finishing, and setting the stone. All materials will be provided: sterling silver sheet and wire, copper (for practice), cabochon stone, saw blades, solder, and sandpaper. A materials fee of $40 is payable to the instructor on the day of the class. Instructor: Laurie Savage This class will meet in-person at CCAE. Please&nbsp;<a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a>&nbsp;prior to enrolling. Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) offers online and in-person classes in subjects including: World Languages, Visual Arts, Food &amp; Wine, Humanities, Performing Arts, Life &amp; Wellness, &amp; Business &amp; Technology. All upcoming classes can be found at ccae.org.

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Wines of the Southern Hemisphere *In-Person*

In recent years, wines from southern hemisphere countries such as Argentina, Australia, and New Zealand have evolved into high quality wines that are relatively inexpensive. Join us as we explore the wines from the southern hemisphere. We'll taste and explore what makes them unique. Instructor: John Fiola This class will meet in-person at CCAE. Please&nbsp;<a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a>&nbsp;prior to enrolling. &nbsp; View CCAE’s virtual catalog at&nbsp;<a href="https://issuu.com/cambridgecenter/docs/ccae_summer_2023_catalog_final?fr=sMzVkOTM4MjM1">https://issuu.com/cambridgecenter/docs/ccae_summer_2023_catalog_final?fr=sMzVkOTM4MjM1</a> &nbsp; Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) offers online and in-person classes in subjects including: World Languages, Visual Arts, Food &amp; Wine, Humanities, Performing Arts, Life &amp; Wellness, &amp; Business &amp; Technology. All upcoming classes can be found at ccae.org.

Evaluating and Compensating your Financial Advisor *In-Person*

This class is for anyone who has a financial advisor or is considering hiring one.You will learn a specific approach to select, evaluate, and compensate a financial advisor; this includes how to determine their suitability, competency, performance, and fiduciary commitment. You will also learn the various models by which financial advisors are compensated and which is the most suitable, least conflicted, and least costly. Instructor: Jimmy Becker This class will meet in-person at CCAE. Please&nbsp;<a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a>&nbsp;prior to enrolling.

Spending, Saving, and Budgeting: Developing Healthy Money Habits

This class is for anyone who wants to learn to save more, spend less, and improve your financial decision-making skills. You will learn how to develop healthy and sustainable spending and saving strategies, create and sustain a budget, save for retirement, mix love and money, determine how much insurance you need, and how financial institutions operate. Instructor: Jimmy Becker This class will meet in-person at CCAE. Please <a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a> prior to enrolling.   Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) offers online and in-person classes in subjects including World Languages, Visual Arts, Food &amp; Wine, Humanities, Performing Arts, Life &amp; Wellness, &amp; Business &amp; Technology. All upcoming classes can be found at ccae.org.

Chinese Steamed Bao *In-Person*

Come see for yourself why steamed buns (Bao) are such a popular staple in Chinese cuisine. We will use traditional steamers to make plain, savory, and sweet Bao in a variety of shapes and sizes. We’ll make the yeasted dough from scratch and turn them into delicious sweet and savory steamed buns including Tofu and Glass Noodles Bao, Hanamaki Spring Onion and Sichuan Pepper Bao, and Red Bean Paste Bao. You’ll learn different folding techniques and how to steam them. Instructor: Jade Li This class will meet in-person at CCAE. Please&nbsp;<a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a>&nbsp;prior to enrolling.

Mindfulness and Intuitive Art *Online*

Art as a mindfulness practice and the act of intuitively painting or drawing is a practice accessible to all regardless of art experience or skill. This class will introduce mindfulness practices utilizing art for stress relief, establishing a connection with your heart and innate creativity, and incorporating creative practice into your daily life. The class will focus on mindfulness and art as process rather than a finished product or the technical aspects of art. Activities will include guided meditations and instructor led exercises to aid the student in discovering their own, unique natural creativity. Students will also have the opportunity to use their own art supplies and experiment with mediums of their choice. No art experience required. Instructor: Jhilam Sanyal <a href="https://ccae.org/classes/supply-lists/mdia">View Class Supply List</a> This class will meet online using Zoom. The zoom link and information on how to join will be emailed to you. Please also check your spam folder. If you register 12 hours or less before the class begins or after the start date, please contact <a href="mailto:zoom@ccae.org">zoom@ccae.org</a> for the link. Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) offers online and in-person classes in subjects including: World Languages, Visual Arts, Food &amp; Wine, Humanities, Performing Arts, Life &amp; Wellness, &amp; Business &amp; Technology. All upcoming classes can be found at ccae.org.

Online

Designing Your Retirement: A Blueprint for Fulfillment *In-Person*

Join us for an enlightening 1.5-hour class that addresses a critical, yet often overlooked aspect of retirement planning: how to meaningfully spend your time during your golden years. Statistics reveal that up to half of those nearing retirement lack a concrete plan for this phase of life, potentially leading to a less fulfilling retirement with more adverse health consequences. In this class, Dr. Hayward Zwerling introduces a comprehensive approach, based on clinical studies and expert opinion, which will empower you with the knowledge to design a retirement that will be happier, healthier and more fulfilling. This lecture will not discuss the financial aspects of retirement. Instructor: Hayward Zwerling, M.D. (retired) This class will meet in-person at CCAE. Please&nbsp;<a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a>&nbsp;prior to enrolling. Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) offers online and in-person classes in subjects including: World Languages, Visual Arts, Food &amp; Wine, Humanities, Performing Arts, Life &amp; Wellness, &amp; Business &amp; Technology. All upcoming classes can be found at ccae.org.

Stitched Indigo Shibori Workshop *In-Person*

Join us to learn about the traditional Japanese art form of Stitched Indigo Shibori. We'll use natural dye from the Indigo plant and explore different stitch sizes and rhythms working in the single fabric layer, as well as pleats and folds to create unique patterns. You'll learn traditional techniques, including Ori-Nui, Mokume, Maki-Age, Karamatsu, and Maki-Nui. We'll use cotton tea towels, but you can bring other light-colored garments made of natural fibers. You will leave this workshop with not only your creations but a strong technique base and a passion for continuing to create with this traditional Japanese art form. Instructor: Michelle Blanchette This class will meet in-person at CCAE with a limited student capacity. Please&nbsp;<a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a>&nbsp;prior to enrolling. Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) offers online and in-person classes in subjects including: World Languages, Visual Arts, Food &amp; Wine, Humanities, Performing Arts, Life &amp; Wellness, &amp; Business &amp; Technology. All upcoming classes can be found at ccae.org.

Thai Street Food

The sights, sounds, and flavors of Thailand burst through its street food. Often called the street food capital of the world, Bangkok’s signature cuisine offers unique ingredients, cooking styles, and dish garnishes. Join Ploy, a native Thai, who will teach you how to make authentic recipes that Thai people cook in Thailand. We’ll make Thai rainbow salad, egg noodle curry (Khao Soi) with chicken, mango sticky rice, and butterfly pea flower limeade tea. Instructor: Ploy Khunisorn Sunday, 11am-2pm Dec. 8. The cost of tuition includes all food materials and fees. This class will meet in-person at CCAE. Please <a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a> prior to enrolling.

Alpine Cheese Classics

Whether you are planning a dinner party, relaxing after a day on the ski slopes, or just enjoying a cozy evening in front of the fire, find comfort on cold nights with an assortment of hearty cheeses and warming winter beverages! Learn the history of some of Europe's most famous mountain regions, from the glacial peaks of the Jura to the rugged Alps of Verona, and enjoy a guided tour of classic meats, cheeses, wines, and more! This class will meet in-person at CCAE with a limited student capacity. Our in-person&nbsp;class guidelines for the fall can be found at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001aRC7QV38ahKy-h7IqO7KPISY0H9smzCkDl_uwMQTKqpjyz9TXQKNjJ2y3-aQHveM_CwHyy4zbvqyop76EQ3avTLmDfJkcL7iw1E8w_PdEakK-6GOHUPfC06vy1_IgzvFNhKLH7NXANvP7u2ePiEVYfHYz8pPeR_5&amp;c=eYu6EhM77jF2s0g1jw2Zzs1NFaZzp07oSV5JRi717UUZ3Ap1wa4mcQ==&amp;ch=6pNmlTqavfN_-5kz8lQSPPJtBEBInsGYTBovLtxkRblS3UT1deZynw==">ccae.org/in-person-classes</a>.

Japanese Whisky Tasting 

Discover the rich traditions of distilling from Japan! A deep dive into the history of one of the fastest growing whisky traditions in the world, from pre-war origins to the modern day. A tasting from the most influential producers, accompanied by snacks, will give any discerning drinker the info they need to make informed orders at their favorite bar or restaurant! Instructor: Oliver McClung This class will meet in-person at CCAE. Please&nbsp;<a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a>&nbsp;prior to enrolling. Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) offers online and in-person classes in subjects including: World Languages, Visual Arts, Food &amp; Wine, Humanities, Performing Arts, Life &amp; Wellness, &amp; Business &amp; Technology. All upcoming classes can be found at ccae.org.

Board Member Basics

This workshop explores board roles, responsibilities, and the advantages of diverse leadership, for individuals who are considering board membership for the first time. The workshop is a conversation rather than a didactic exercise, intended to provoke reflection on individual experience, skills and goals, and finding a good match. Instructor: Laurie Rothstein This class will meet online using Zoom. The Zoom link and information on how to join will be emailed to you. Please also check your spam folder.   Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) offers online and in-person classes in subjects including World Languages, Visual Arts, Food &amp; Wine, Humanities, Performing Arts, Life &amp; Wellness, &amp; Business &amp; Technology. All upcoming classes can be found at ccae.org.

CCAE Online

Beginning Jewelry: Sterling Silver Band Ring *In-Person*

Beginning jewelry making students will learn the fundamental techniques for designing and fabricating a sterling silver textured band ring. Students will learn how to texture, file, form, solder, sand, and polish the ring. All materials will be provided, including sterling silver, copper (for practicing techniques), saw blades, solder, and sandpaper. A materials fee of $40 is payable to the instructor on the day of the class. Instructor: Laurie Savage This class will meet in-person at CCAE. Please&nbsp;<a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a>&nbsp;prior to enrolling. Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) offers online and in-person classes in subjects including: World Languages, Visual Arts, Food &amp; Wine, Humanities, Performing Arts, Life &amp; Wellness, &amp; Business &amp; Technology. All upcoming classes can be found at ccae.org.

Hand-Pulled Noodles From Scratch

Across China, there are many ways to make noodles, but the distinct, toothsome chew from fresh noodles cannot be beaten. Hand-pulled noodles, as the name suggests, are made with wheat dough that is rolled and stretched by hand into long strips and then cooked immediately after pulling. Chef Jade will guide you through all of the essential tips and techniques to create these comforting and craveable noodles at home. We'll load the noodles with flavor by turning them into a savory Chinese beef stew and spicy vegetarian Dan Dan noodles. Instructor: Jade Li This class will meet in-person at CCAE with a limited student capacity. Please&nbsp;<a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a>&nbsp;prior to enrolling. View all Cambridge Center for Adult Education cooking classes in the Food &amp; Wine Class calendar at&nbsp;<a href="https://ccae.org/food-wine-class-calendar">https://ccae.org/food-wine-class-calendar</a>.

Open Studio Metalsmithing and Jewelry *In-Person*

If you are or have been a metalsmithing or a jewelry student, join us to work independently on projects of your own design with direction from the instructor. Intermediate-level experience is required. Please bring the materials you intend to use. If you have any questions, please email info@ccae.org before the first class and we will have the instructor reply to you directly. Instructor: Laurie Savage This class will meet in-person at CCAE. Please&nbsp;<a href="https://ccae.org/in-person-classes">view our In-Person Class Guidelines</a>&nbsp;prior to enrolling. Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) offers online and in-person classes in subjects including: World Languages, Visual Arts, Food &amp; Wine, Humanities, Performing Arts, Life &amp; Wellness, &amp; Business &amp; Technology. All upcoming classes can be found at ccae.org.

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

Recs 💬

Community recs 💬

S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

Hot & new

Hot & new 🔥

S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

This wknd

This weekend for you

S19: interest based

WBUR’s 75th birthday celebrations 💫

S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

Joyraft picks: Boston’s best things to do

Roundups ⭐️

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

This week in Boston 📆

This week 📆

S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

The newest events on Joyraft

Just added

Just added to Joyraft

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

Top 20

Top 20 on Joyraft

S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

The hottest events happening in Boston

Trending events on Joyraft

Trending 📈

S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.

Where

Beginning Jewelry: Sterling Silver Pendant with Bezel-Set Stone In-Person

Wines of the Southern Hemisphere In-Person

Evaluating and Compensating your Financial Advisor In-Person

Spending, Saving, and Budgeting: Developing Healthy Money Habits

Chinese Steamed Bao In-Person

Mindfulness and Intuitive Art Online

Designing Your Retirement: A Blueprint for Fulfillment In-Person

Stitched Indigo Shibori Workshop In-Person

Thai Street Food

Alpine Cheese Classics

Japanese Whisky Tasting

Board Member Basics

Beginning Jewelry: Sterling Silver Band Ring In-Person

Hand-Pulled Noodles From Scratch

Open Studio Metalsmithing and Jewelry In-Person