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Holyoke Community College



Personal Enrichment

Wine Tasting: California Wines FOOD 105.51, CRN 36622

$79
Calendar Nov 13, 2025 at 6 pm
Learn more about great affordable wines from throughout California that cost less than $25 a bottle. We'll taste red, white and sparkling wines from Napa, Sonoma and other lesser-known wine regions in California and learning more about each wine region. Instructor Kenneth Ross.

Millinery (Hat Making) with Andrea Zax HOME 032.52, CRN 36721

$119
Calendar Dec 1, 2025 at 6 pm
In this class students will learn how to make a hat with buckram. Buckram is a very stiff fabric that has been starched. When you sew wire to the edges of the buckram you can make many strong shapes and yet they can be flexible. Have you ever wanted to make a wide, really wide brimmed hat? Or a tall stove pipe hat? I will teach you the basic techniques to build a sturdy, stable hat. Students will learn how to make a pattern for a hat and complete the hat. Students will learn how to sew wire to the edges of the buckram by hand or machine and then how to cover the hat with the fabric of their choice. Students should bring good fabric scissors, sketchbook, some pins, measuring tape and a ruler. As class progresses students will find fabric of their choice and matching thread. In a 4 week period students will complete a hat from the buckram base to the finished fabric and embellishments of their choice- flowers, feathers, beads etc. Some sewing skills would be helpful. Bring your ideas and enthusiasm

Getting Paid to Talk CRER 003.52, CRN 36703

$45
Calendar Dec 1, 2025 at 6:30 pm

If you’ve ever wondered how to begin in voice over part time, full time, or for supplemental or retirement income, this workshop is a great, upbeat, and most importantly, realistic first step. Our easy-to-access remote learning system will take you behind the scenes at Voice Coaches main studios, where we regularly produce voice over content for clients including Netflix, Discovery, HGTV, Disney, Lifetime, Nickelodeon, and many more. From audio books, training material, animation, and commercials to socially relevant content, television, and much, much more: today’s voice over field has become a great way to leverage your individual voice qualities and communication skill in a whole new way. The class will be presented via Zoom.

Uncork, Unwind, and Create: Wine & Tapas Night! FOOD 118.51, CRN 36731

$99
Calendar Dec 10, 2025 at 6 pm

Looking for a fun night out that’s all about good vibes, great food, and even better wine? Join us for our Wine & Tapas Enrichment Course; an easygoing, hands-on evening made just for adults who love to eat, drink, and have a blast. Get together with friends, coworkers, or that special someone and dive into making delicious tapas paired with a glass of wine in hand. You’ll be part of six lively groups of two, crafting tasty bites that perfectly match your wine, making every moment a tasty celebration. Roll up your sleeves and whip up a range of mouthwatering tapas—from creamy lemon ricotta with grilled peaches to crispy prosciutto croquettes and flaky spinach & feta phyllo. Enjoy your wine as you learn how it brings out the best in each dish—because great food deserves great wine. Whether you’re with friends, a date, or coworkers, expect plenty of laughs, new skills, and a chill, festive atmosphere. Walk away with recipes and wine pairing tips that’ll make you the star of your next dinner party or casual get-together. Ready to stir, sip, and savor? Grab your spot for Wine & Tapas Night—where cooking meets fun, wine flows freely, and everyone leaves happy and inspired. Instructor Chef Marangelly Vargas-Gonzalez

Wine Tasting: Holiday Wines FOOD 105.54, CRN 36706

$79
Calendar Dec 10, 2025 at 6 pm
Make your holiday celebrations even more festive with great wines. We'll taste a wide range of red, white and sparkling wines from around the world that go great with holiday feasts, as well as learn more about which wines pair best with many traditional holiday foods. Instructor Ken Ross.




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