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🎨🖌 Krafty Kids offers a fantastic chance for your children to unleash their creativity while having a great time in a safe and inviting space. Whether it's painting, drawing, sculpting, or other activities, there’s something for every budding artist to delight in. 

Book Buddies is a FREE literacy program that brings child and teens together to share the joy of reading. It pairs trained teen volunteers (Big Buddies) with children in K-3rd grades (Little Buddies).

Each Wednesday for 10 weeks, Big Buddies and Little Buddies will meet to read together and create positive experiences surrounding literacy. By the end of the session, we aspire that all Little Buddies will learn to love to read and form positive associations with reading.

Our special storytime "Jazz-A-Long With Your Heart", grab a special recorder from High Meadows and play along while we read tales in observance of Black History Month. 

Due to limited space, tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program.

Join us for a free class to help you prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test. An English assessment must be taken for class admittance. Taking this class does not grant citizenship or pay for any application fees. Registration is required as space is limited.

Ready to re-enter today’s workforce with confidence? Join us for a practical, empowering one-on-one meeting designed to help you take the next step in your career journey! 

Connect with a Future U advisor! Discover the college and career resources around you.

What we offer:

Are you ready to learn more English? Classes are every Tuesday and Thursday from 1 pm - 2 pm starting February 3 and ending April 2 (no classes the week of March 14-21).

NOTE: This class takes place at BakerRipley East Aldine - Room C126

This class is for registered applicants. Our next registration event will be in April.

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Join us for a beginner’s paper quilling workshop where you’ll learn how to roll, shape, and glue colorful strips of paper into a beautiful design. All supplies provided, just bring your creativity! 

For adults ages 18 and up. Registration is required and opens 7 days prior to the event. If you have not checked in within 10 minutes of the program start time, your spot can be released.

In celebration of Black History Month, Tommy Terrific’ s Wacky Magic presents a fun and engaging magic show inspired by the life of Satchel Paige and the legacy of Negro League Baseball.

Filled with baseball-themed magic tricks and storytelling, the show explores Satchel Paige’s extraordinary journey — from his all-star touring performances and record-setting career in the Negro Leagues to his historic induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame as the oldest rookie and oldest player in Major League Baseball.

🎨✨ Calling all young creators! Dive into the enchanting world of science and art with hands-on activities that spark imagination and curiosity. Perfect for kids in 1st through 5th grade. No registration needed, but hurry—supplies are limited! 🚀🔬

This introductory course is designed for individuals who are new to computers or have limited experience with technology. The course will cover essential computer skills, including understanding hardware components, operating systems, file management, and basic software applications. Students will learn to navigate the internet, use email, and protect their privacy and security online. Practical lessons will guide learners through the use of popular productivity tools, such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.