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Celebrate the season with a trio of handmade crocheted holiday wreaths! Create three festive mini wreaths that are perfect for decorating your tree, adorning gifts, or displaying throughout your home. Whether you're looking to expand your crochet skills or simply enjoy a relaxing evening of crafting, you'll leave with beautiful holiday décor to enjoy or share as thoughtful handmade gifts. Registration deadline: Nov 23. CAC

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Stay warm and stylish this winter by crocheting your very own cozy hat! In this hands-on class, you'll learn crochet techniques while creating a comfortable, custom-made winter accessory. Whether you're a beginner looking to build new skills or an experienced crocheter seeking a fun project, you'll leave with a handmade hat that's perfect for the chilly season. Registration deadline: Sept 1. CAC

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Mid-Autumn Festival Celebrate the beauty and traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, one of China’s most cherished holidays and second only to Chinese New Year in importance. Discover the fascinating origins, customs, symbolism, and legends behind this centuries-old celebration while exploring the hidden meanings found in traditional Chinese foods and festivities. Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring vegetable egg rolls, fried rice, steamed rice, beef with Chinese broccoli, BBQ pork with string beans, and, of course, a traditional mooncake to complete the experience. Presented by Yvonne Wolf from Chinese Intercultural LLC. Registration deadline: September 9. CAC

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Prepare to be amazed by Jym Elders’ mentalism performance—an interactive and entertaining experience that explores the power of suggestion, intuition, and the human mind. Through mind-reading demonstrations, surprising predictions, and audience participation, Jym creates a fun and engaging atmosphere that will keep you intrigued from start to finish. Lunch includes garlic bread, Garden Salad, Chicken Marsala, and Mostaccioli ala Vodka. Registration deadline: September 28. CAC

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Many of the Christmas traditions Americans cherish today were popularized by Charles Dickens through his beloved 1843 classic, A Christmas Carol. Written in less than two months, the story quickly became a sensation, inspiring stage adaptations and forever shaping the way Christmas was celebrated in England and America. Join Ellie as she explores Dickens’ most memorable Christmas traditions, their origins, and the lasting influence they continue to have on holiday celebrations today. Lunch on candied walnut & cranberry salad, Roast Turkey breast and gravy, wedged garlic parmesan potatoes, and green beans with bacon vinaigrette. Presented by Ellie Carlson. Registration Deadline: November 18. CAC

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