Have a great idea for a T-shirt, sticker, or hoodie? Turn your creativity into cash! In this class, you’ll learn how to design your own merch that people actually want to buy, set up an online shop, and ship your stuff like a pro. You’ll learn the ins and outs of branding, marketing, and a taste of what it’s like to run your own business—CEO style. The instructor, LeeAnne Krusemark, an award winning business owner, has been helping teen entrepreneurs succeed for years. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Harness the power of social media to grow your audience and boost your brand—one post at a time. This dynamic class dives deep into crafting scroll-stopping content tailored for each platform, from Instagram reels to Twitter threads. Learn how to write engaging captions, spark viral shares, and use storytelling to build authentic connections that keep followers coming back. You’ll also discover savvy strategies to turn likes and comments into real income by monetizing your social presence like a pro. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Looking for ways to make money online? Turn your ideas or homemade products into income by starting an online business. You will learn how to: find a gap in a niche market and fill it; build your own website, and market your business effectively (including SEO) so potential customers will find you; take care of business forms and taxes; create multiple sources of income (including Affiliate commissions). You’ll also get info about the 25 most popular online businesses to start. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Dream Big (Your Path from Teen Writer to Published Author) Got a story inside you waiting to be told? Teens writing for teens is a hot market! Whether you dream of writing books, screenplays, or stories that go viral, you’ll discover how to develop your unique writing voice, turn your ideas into powerful stories, and learn the real steps writers take to get published. Perfect for aspiring authors, you’ll gain confidence and insider tips to start your career as a writer who’s ready to dream—and achieve—big. The instructor, LeeAnne Krusemark, an author and editor, and nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education, has been assisting teen writers get published for years. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Learn how to save $$$ every day with extreme couponing. Coupons are NOT just for groceries. The savings can add up to HUNDREDS or even THOUSANDS of dollars every year. This comprehensive workshop will teach you: * where to find all different types of coupons, even for high ticket items * how to find the best coupon apps and websites * how to match coupons with sales for maximum savings. This workshop is taught by someone who has used many couponing secrets to save thousands. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Self-published or indie authors—this high-impact session gives you the insider playbook for marketing on a budget. Explore the fastest, smartest ways to grow your author platform, engage readers, leverage social media, organize book launches/signings, run ads, secure reviews, and other proven tactics to turn your book into a must-read and keep sales climbing. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Have you ever wanted to talk to a real agent or publisher? Are you tired of having your manuscripts critiqued by non-professionals or paying an editor too much money to change your writing to their voice? Email one page of your in-progress manuscript for an in-class critique of one page of your poetry, article, short story, screenplay, novel, non-fiction book, or children’s book. (Optional: You can then send your manuscript for a professional critique (for a critique fee of $50 for up to 25 double-spaced pages + $1/page thereafter, and a list of publishers/agents who are interested in your type of work.) Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Cuisine around the world serves as a universal language that unites people across cultures through shared flavors, traditions, and stories. Join us for an exciting week of hands-on culinary fun, where young chefs will discover the joy of cooking delicious, easy-to-prepare meals to share with family and friends. Participants will work together to chop, season, cook, and taste a variety of recipes - all made from scratch. Each day introduces new menu themes, ingredients, and techniques designed to build confidence in the kitchen. Along the way, students will learn essential skills such as kitchen safety, proper sanitation, and effective teamwork. By the end of the week, your young chef will take home a collection of new recipes, improved culinary skills, and plenty of flavorful memories to share with others. By the end of the week, your young chef will take home a collection of new recipes, improved culinary skills, and plenty of flavorful memories to share with others.

The menu for each day will be as follows:

Monday- Asia Teriyaki Bowl (white rice, teriyaki grilled chicken, mix of vegetables)

Tuesday- Puerto Rico Spanish rice and beans, Fried Pork Chops, Sweet Plantain, Side Salad

Wednesday- Greek Lemon Potatoes, Herb Baked Chicken, Mediterranean Salad

Thursday- Italy Genovese (Rigatoni w sugo alla genovese sauce), Caprese Salad

Friday- Cajun French Jambalaya (andouille sausage, chicken, shrimp) Smothered Cabbage, Sweet Cornbread

Please alert us to any food allergies upon registration & bring a food safe container each day for leftovers to go home.

Dropoff no earlier than 8.45am & pickup no later than 3.15pm, both signed for by parents or guardians only.

No Uber, Lyft or Taxi’s permitted.