This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sewing Skills: Fabric Cutting Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Sewing Age Group: Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Description: Learn to use traditional and updated techniques and tools for preparing and cutting fabric. You will leave with the confidence to use a rotary cutter and mat as well as traditional... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "15 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 28 2024 Tue Sewing Skills: Fabric Cutting 10:00am - 12:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description: Learn to use traditional and updated techniques and tools for preparing and cutting fabric. You will leave with the confidence to use a rotary cutter and mat as well as traditional cutting tools.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. ServSafe® Food Handler Course Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Description: The ServSafe® Food Handler course taught by a Certified ServSafe® Instructor provides basic food safety knowledge. This two-hour class covers the following five... Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "15 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 28 2024 Tue ServSafe® Food Handler Course 1:00pm - 4:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 14 Description: The ServSafe® Food Handler course taught by a Certified ServSafe® Instructor provides basic food safety knowledge. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Practical Fusion 360 Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Description: Digital design using tools such as Fusion 360 is a fundamental skill that unlocks the full potential of maker technologies such as 3D printing and many others that depend on a digi... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "14 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 28 2024 Tue Practical Fusion 360 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description: Digital design using tools such as Fusion 360 is a fundamental skill that unlocks the full potential of maker technologies such as 3D printing and many others that depend on a digital file to define the shape and size of a real-world obje Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Adobe Illustrator: Create a Bookmark Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Description: In this session, we will go over some of the fundamental tools of Adobe Illustrator while designing custom bookmarks. Attendees will get a chance to experiment with the software an... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "12 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 29 2024 Wed Adobe Illustrator: Create a Bookmark 12:00pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Required Seats Remaining: 6 Description: In this session, we will go over some of the fundamental tools of Adobe Illustrator while designing custom bookmarks. Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Dinner's on Me: Frito Chili Pie Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Teens, 13 - 18 Description: Calling all aspiring teen chefs! Join us in the kitchen to learn how to prepare Frito Chili Pie (chili served over corn chips and topped with sour cream and cheese). Enhance your c... Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "13 - 18" group. May 29 2024 Wed Dinner's on Me: Frito Chili Pie 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 13 - 18 ) Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 15 Description: Calling all aspiring teen chefs! Join us in the kitchen to learn how to prepare Frito Chili Pie (chili served over corn chips and topped with sour cream and cheese). Disclaimer(s) Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures. The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Bernina Sewing Machines: Beyond the Basics Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Sewing Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Description: Dive deeper into the capabilities of the Bernina sewing machine in this class. Discover advanced features, techniques, and tips to make the most of these machines. Class Prerequ... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 30 2024 Thu Bernina Sewing Machines: Beyond the Basics 1:00pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Required Seats Remaining: 6 Description: Dive deeper into the capabilities of the Bernina sewing machine in this class. Discover advanced features, techniques, and tips to make the most of these machines.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Drafting a Bodice Block Pattern Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Sewing Age Group: Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Description: Students will learn about basic blocks for fashion design. Students will use recorded measurements to plot a custom bodice block for fashion design or for use with commercial patte... Cancelled Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "14 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 30 2024 Thu Cancelled Drafting a Bodice Block Pattern 5:00pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Description: Students will learn about basic blocks for fashion design. Students will use recorded measurements to plot a custom bodice block for fashion design or for use with commercial patterns to assess fit.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Couples Cook: Southern Shrimp and Grits Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Adults Description: Plan a date night! Delectable shrimp will be cooked with creole seasoning, red pepper, green onions, crisp bacon, and garlic then put over a bed of creamy cheddar grits. Required Payment This event is in the "Adults" group. May 30 2024 Thu Couples Cook: Southern Shrimp and Grits 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description: Plan a date night! Delectable shrimp will be cooked with creole seasoning, red pepper, green onions, crisp bacon, and garlic then put over a bed of creamy cheddar grits. Disclaimer(s) Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures. The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.
This event is in the "Adults" group. African Eats: Fufu with Chicken Soup Friday, May 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Adults Description: Guest presenter Leticia Nortey will teach attendees how to make the authentic West African dish of Cassava and Plantain Fufu with Chicken Soup. This dish has recently become popula... Required Payment This event is in the "Adults" group. May 31 2024 Fri African Eats: Fufu with Chicken Soup 2:00pm - 4:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 20 Description: Guest presenter Leticia Nortey will teach attendees how to make the authentic West African dish of Cassava and Plantain Fufu with Chicken Soup. Disclaimer(s) Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures. The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 3D Design Skills: Sketching Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Description: Ready to take your 3D design skills to the next level? In this comprehensive, hands-on session in Onshape, a powerful cloud-based computer-aided design (CAD) platform, we will... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 1 2024 Sat 3D Design Skills: Sketching 9:30am - 11:30am Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description: Ready to take your 3D design skills to the next level?
This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Amy Latta: Doodle All the Animals Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room at Exploration Commons Program Type: Author Talks, DIY Arts and Crafts Age Group: Kids, 10 - Adults, Teens, Adults Description: Purchase tickets here! Tickets are $5.00. Your ticket incudes a $5.00 voucher to use towards the purchase of the book Doodle All the Animals. Limit one voucher per book pur... This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "10 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 1 2024 Sat Amy Latta: Doodle All the Animals 1:00pm - 2:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 10 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Author Talks, DIY Arts and Crafts Description: Purchase tickets here!
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Animation Creation: Intro to 3D Modeling with Blender Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Description: Learn the cool features and utilities inside the free 3D modeling and animation software Blender! This class will showcase basic navigation of the user interface and its modeling t... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 1 2024 Sat Animation Creation: Intro to 3D Modeling with Blender 2:00pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Required Seats Remaining: 6 Description: Learn the cool features and utilities inside the free 3D modeling and animation software Blender! This class will showcase basic navigation of the user interface and its modeling tools.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Cooking for Wellness: Eating for Mental Health Monday, June 3, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Age Group: Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Description: Many of us are familiar with how the foods we eat can impact our physical health, but our brain is a part of our physical body, too, and what we eat can also influence our mental h... Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "15 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 3 2024 Mon Cooking for Wellness: Eating for Mental Health 1:30pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health and Wellness Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 20 Description: Many of us are familiar with how the foods we eat can impact our physical health, but our brain is a part of our physical body, too, and what we eat can also influence our mental health. Disclaimer(s) Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures. The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Summer Reads: Alex Finlay Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room at Exploration Commons Program Type: Author Talks Age Group: Adults Description: Presented by A Likely Story Bookstore and Carroll County Public Library. Alex Finlay lives in Washington, D.C. and is the author of several critically-acclaimed novels, includin... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 3 2024 Mon Summer Reads: Alex Finlay 6:30pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talks Required Seats Remaining: 119 Description: Presented by A Likely Story Bookstore and Carroll County Public Library.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Making Movies: Intro to Premiere Pro Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 15 - Adults, Adults Description: See what's behind the silver screen in this introductory course to Adobe's high-end video editing software, Premiere Pro! We will cover everything from basic editing tips and trick... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "15 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Making Movies: Intro to Premiere Pro 2:00pm - 3:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 15 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Adobe Software, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Required Seats Remaining: 6 Description: See what's behind the silver screen in this introductory course to Adobe's high-end video editing software, Premiere Pro!
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Creative Crudité Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Description: In this hands-on class, participants will learn how to make a beautiful crudité platter with delicious dips. Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Creative Crudité 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 10 Description: In this hands-on class, participants will learn how to make a beautiful crudité platter with delicious dips. Disclaimer(s) Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures. The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Summer Reads: Erika Robuck Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room at Exploration Commons Program Type: Author Talks Age Group: Adults Description: Join us for a special book launch for Erika Robuck's The Last Twelve Miles. From the glamorous world of D. C. Intelligence to the sultry shores of the Straits of Florida, The ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Summer Reads: Erika Robuck 6:30pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talks Required Seats Remaining: 103 Description: Join us for a special book launch for Erika Robuck's The Last Twelve Miles. From the glamorous world of D. C.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Basic Electronics & Arduinos Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Description: This skill-building class focuses on the basics of electronics and the use of the Arduino programming environment to create a wide array of simple circuits that teach not only the ... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "13 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Basic Electronics & Arduinos 5:30pm - 7:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description: This skill-building class focuses on the basics of electronics and the use of the Arduino programming environment to create a wide array of simple circuits that teach not only the fundamentals but also stand as examples for your future projects.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Beginner Sewing Level 1: Make a Thread Catcher (Class 1) Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: Sewing Age Group: Teens, 14 - Adults, Adults Description: Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn about various fabric stabilizers and how to sew various stitches, including sewing in a straight line. Ap... Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "14 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 6 2024 Thu Beginner Sewing Level 1: Make a Thread Catcher (Class 1) 9:30am - 12:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 14 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Sewing Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 6 Description: Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn about various fabric stabilizers and how to sew various stitches, including sewing in a straight line.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Spices of the World: Nutmeg & Mace Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Adults Description: Third in our Spices & Herbs series. This class will focus on a unique dual spice: nutmeg and mace. Discover sourcing, flavors, and varieties. We will taste various forms of nut... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 6 2024 Thu Spices of the World: Nutmeg & Mace 1:30pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Seats Remaining: 20 Description: Third in our Spices & Herbs series. This class will focus on a unique dual spice: nutmeg and mace. Discover sourcing, flavors, and varieties. We will taste various forms of nutmeg and mace and evaluate them using flavor descriptors. Disclaimer(s) Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures. The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Design an Augmented Reality Project with Cospaces and Merge Cube Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Description: Augmented reality allows us to combine digital elements with real-world objects. Join us to learn how to create a simple augmented reality project specifically for interaction... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "12 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 6 2024 Thu Design an Augmented Reality Project with Cospaces and Merge Cube 5:30pm - 7:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description: Augmented reality allows us to combine digital elements with real-world objects. Join us to learn how to create a simple augmented reality project specifically for interaction with a Merge Cube.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 3D Printer Design and Construction Friday, June 7, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults Description: Interested in building your own 3D printer or learning more about how this technology works? Join us for an in-depth look at the mechanics, electronics, and software that bring the... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "13 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 7 2024 Fri 3D Printer Design and Construction 3:30pm - 4:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Classroom Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description: Interested in building your own 3D printer or learning more about how this technology works? Join us for an in-depth look at the mechanics, electronics, and software that bring these machines to life.
This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Group Baking: Cinnamon Rolls Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Kids, 8 - Adults, Teens, Adults Description: In this group cooking class, we will make quick-rise cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting from scratch. One registration is good for up to 4 attendees, with a minimum of 2 per... Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "8 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 8 2024 Sat Group Baking: Cinnamon Rolls 1:30pm - 3:00pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Kids ( 8 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description: In this group cooking class, we will make quick-rise cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting from scratch. One registration is good for up to 4 attendees, with a minimum of 2 per group. Disclaimer(s) Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures. The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Knife Skills Practice: Black Bean Salad Monday, June 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults Description: Sharpen your knife skills! Participants will make a black bean salad to take home in this hands-on class while practicing cutting techniques learned in our Basic Knife Skills class... Required Payment This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "16 - Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 10 2024 Mon Knife Skills Practice: Black Bean Salad 11:00am - 12:30pm Exploration Commons Location: Exploration Commons Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen Age Group: Teens ( 16 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Payment Required Seats Remaining: 10 Description: Sharpen your knife skills! Participants will make a black bean salad to take home in this hands-on class while practicing cutting techniques learned in our Basic Knife Skills class. Disclaimer(s) Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures. The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.
