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Growing up doesn’t mean growing boring. Below you’ll find an ensemble of exciting new skills to acquire, just one class away. From nailing downward dogs to serenading with throaty tunes, get ready to build websites, wardrobes, and maybe even some wisdom. Let’s dive into the glorious chaos of life’s extracurriculars!

Build Your New Website with Google Sites
Google Sites PDX

Google Sites is free and easy to use. No experience with website design or coding required. Sites is responsive and collaborative and integrates fully with all of your Google Apps & Workspace. Share your website with friends and family, colleagues, or the world! $75 for three classes via Zoom: September 11, 18, & 25. 7:00 - 8:00 PM. More classes available.
FEE: $75 for three 60-minute classes via Zoom.
DATES: September 11, 18, & 25. 7:00 - 8:00 PM.
Learn more: googlesitespdx.com

Deep Birding Through the Seasons
Portland Audubon

Nature immersion is an integral part of our well-being and a place to step away from our busy lives, building a sense of wonder and respect for a world much bigger than ourselves. From March through July, we’ll dive deep into our senses, focusing on awareness and intention, careful observation, inspired field journaling and basic illustration and mindfulness. This is a 3-part Module Series.
Dates:
Online Class date: March 20, 2024, Field Day dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 2024
Online Class date: May 8, 2024, Field Day dates: May 11, 18, 25, 2024
Online Class date: July 10, 2024, Field Day dates: July 13, 20, 27, 2024
Fee: Single Module: $295 members / $395 non-members, All 3 Modules: $835 members / $935 non-members
*fee covers all classes and field days
Learn More: https://audubonportland.org/event/deepbirdingmarch24/

Groundwork: Live and Work with Clarity and Joy
Breitenbush Hot Springs

Groundwork is an innovative mindset approach and productivity system that will bring clarity, massive success, and immense peace to your work and life. Transform your stress and overwhelm so that you can be a peacefully productive powerhouse. Join us from October 16 - 20 for a masterclass in a wilderness setting with hot springs soaking and meals included. $495 for 4 nights.
Fee: Fee: $395 + lodging for 4 nights
Dates: October 16 - 20
Learn More: http://breitenbush.com/workshops

Adult + Youth Dance Classes For All
NW Dance Project

Open, welcoming, fun+fit dance classes for all adults and youth in styles including ballet, hip hop, contemporary, and fitness in Portland’s best-equipped and accessible studios taught by a variety of instructors and coaches with years of professional experience in their dance disciplines. All are welcome – dance for everybody and every body. Pre-register or drop in! Save with a class card!
Fee: Varies by class
Dates: Multiple options available
Learn More: http://nwdanceproject.org

Intro to Carpentry: Tables & Benches
Rebuilding Center

Take reclaimed lumber, add some basic carpentry skills, and come away with a new garden bench, plant stand, or catch-all by the front door! In only 3 hours, you will learn to use a chop saw, drill, driver, and more, while gaining skills and confidence for future DIY projects. Offered monthly, tuition is only $90. Scholarships are available.
Fee: $90 (Scholarships available)
Dates: Multiple dates available monthly
Learn more: http://www.rebuildingcenter.org/education

Learn to Khöömei (Throat Sing)
Soriah

Learn the ancient art of Tuvan Throat singing with world-renowned vocalist Enrique Ugalde (Soriah). Learn to produce this centuries-old animist, harmonic overtone singing technique with teachings passed down for generations. You’ll also learn the cultural context and traditional melodies of this beautiful Central Asian culture. Available in person or online Wednesday through Fridays $70 per hour session.
Fee: $70/hr
Schedule: Online or in person, Wednesday through Friday
Learn more: http://soriahmusic.com

Yin & Tonic
Modo Yoga Portland

The perfect cocktail of deep, restorative yoga postures (Yin) paired with registered massage therapists to knead away stress and sore muscles, and tonify mind, body and spirit. Join us for this 90-minute candlelit practice, which concludes with lavender essential oils for a send-off into total relaxation. $30 for members/students and $35 for non-members.
Fee: $30 for members/students and $35 for non-members.
Learn More: https://modoyoga.com/portland/