Classes in Boulder County, Colorado

AMERICAN RED CROSS

Get trained in CPR, first aid and lifeguarding with the American Red Cross. All classes are held at Carlson Pool (CU campus) or can be offered on-site year-round. Call for times and fees. 303-668-8079.

Art Underground

The nonprofit Art Underground in historic Downtown Louisville offers classes in dance, music, visual arts, theater, film and photography. Studio is at 901 Front St., Louisville; check website for schedule and more information. 303-229-1127.

Bob L. Burger Recreation Center

Lafayette’s recreation center offers “more than just weights and aerobics”—classes in healthy living and nutrition, arts and crafts, sewing, social dancing, and lots more. The center is at 111 W. Baseline Road in Lafayette. 303-665-0469.

BOOK ARTS LEAGUE

The Book Arts League teaches both traditional and contemporary techniques of book- and papermaking, typography and binding. Visit the website for updated class schedule.

BOULDER DIGITAL ARTS

Take advantage of this community resource for digital artists and creative professionals working in film/video, web/interactive, photography and graphic design. Visit the website for information on workshops, classes, certificate programs, events, BDA's production studio, and more. 303-875-0276.

BOULDER PARKS AND RECREATION CLASSES

The city’s recreation centers offer classes in sports, arts, yoga, dance and more at South Boulder Recreation Center, 1360 Gillaspie Drive; East Boulder Community Center, 5660 Sioux Drive; and North Boulder Recreation Center, 3170 Broadway. You can also stay fit with weights, cardio equipment, swimming or fitness programs. Classes are available for adults, children, teens and disabled individuals. For a schedule, pick up a brochure at any recreation center. Classes: 303-413-7270; Leagues and athletic office: 303-441-3410.

BOULDER POTTERS' GUILD

From the first throw to the 500th pot, the Potters’ Guild offers classes for all skill levels at 3185 Sterling Circle. 303-447-0310; see the website for current class schedules and registration.

CITIZENSHIP CLASSES AT BOULDER PUBLIC LIBRARY

Every Monday night at 6:30pm, these free classes offer information about the U.S. citizenship process and help participants prepare for the citizenship interview. At the Main Library, 1001 Arapahoe Ave. 303-441-4941 or 303-441-3956 (en español).

EXPAND PROGRAM

Boulder Parks and Recreation Department’s EXPAND program offers adventures, recreation programs and services—including sports, fitness, camping and swimming—to children, teens and adults with disabilities. 303-413-7216.

Healing Food Classes

The Body Mind Nourishment series of healing food classes teaches you how to support your body and mind throughout the seasons. Classes are part lecture, part roundtable and part healing food preparation and tasting. Each course may be taken individually, or you may register for the entire series. Classes are held monthly through October at the Longmont Healing Arts Center, 736 Kimbark St. in Longmont on Thursday evenings (Aug 19, Sept 16) from 6:30-8:30pm. Classes are taught by Lindsey Stirling, Certified Clinical Nutrition Counselor and BodyTalk® practitioner. 303-582-4092.

LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAM

Boulder Valley School District offers classes for adults, kids and teens, in almost any subject under the sun, including “Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t” and “Cooking Four Continents: The New Matrix.” 720-561-3768.

LONGMONT FREE UNIVERSITY

Longmont’s Rec Center offers classes in just about everything from swimming to yoga to “No Fear Oil Painting” and cooking. Check the website to find out when the winter/spring schedule of classes is available. The Rec Center is at 310 Quail Road.

Louisville Recreation Center

The Louisville Recreation Center offers a full spectrum of classes and activities, from dog obedience and languages to CPR and tennis. The center is at 900 W. Via Appia. Check the class schedule online.

Mudslingers

Mudslingers Pottery Studio offers small group lessons for beginning and experienced potters, and open studio sessions for experienced ones. Mudslingers is at 820 Main St., Suite 1, in Old Town Louisville. 303-926-0996.

NAROPA UNIVERSITY

Naropa offers dozens of workshops and classes exploring art, music, creativity, spirituality and health for personal enrichment. It also has professional-development programs. For a complete course list, call 303-245-4800.

PARLANDO SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS

Parlando offers lessons and classes for every age, experience level or musical instrument choice, including voice. Special programs in the summer involve parents and children together. Parlando is at the Dairy Center for the Arts, 2950 Walnut St. 303-442-0006.

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