Come dressed as princes and princesses, fairies, knights - or anything magical you'd like to be! Our little royals will enjoy a festive royal party in our decorated ballroom with dancing, music, crafts, games, and a feast of royal snacks. Sparkly themed craft stations will be available for making wands, crowns, and shields. We'll also have wagon rides and a regal parade to welcome the beginning of the holiday season! Caregivers are required to stay and supervise their little royals throughout the event. Please register your child to attend. Caregivers do not need to register themselves.

Tis the season to sparkle! Before the corks pop this holiday season, we would love for you to join us for an evening dedicated to the world's finest sparkling wines, where every glass tells a story. We will explore what makes Champagne, Cava, Crémant, and Prosecco unique as we discover the stories behind those delicate streams of tiny bubbles, vibrant aromas, and lingering flavors; these are the sparkling wines that transform ordinary moments into celebrations. If you love bubbles, this is your kind of evening! One highlight worth mentioning is that the presenter often brings in something from his private collection to compare and contrast with our featured wines. Attendees should eat before arriving and drink responsibly. We will provide some snacks. You must be 21 years or older to attend this event.

Bring your acoustic guitar and enjoy strumming with other musicians - as long as you can play a few chords, we will play songs that most players can get to grips with. Nothing too complex, but still interesting enough musically for all levels.*You must bring your acoustic guitar.

This intensive three-hour course covers adult/child CPR and AED, adult/child/infant choking, and infant CPR. Following the course, you will be comfortable assessing a victim, checking for breathing, performing rescue breaths and chest compressions, and activating the emergency response system. You will also learn how to help someone who is choking, respond in other emergency situations, and use an AED. An American Heart Association course completion card good for two years will be emailed to participants following the course. **Optional: bring a yoga mat or towel for comfort during the hands on portion.** Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certification e-card within 2 weeks of your class date. To claim your card, you can either: Login to your American Heart Association account at heart.org/cpr/mycards. Check your email! It will be emailed to you directly from the American Heart Association (eCards@heart.org) with the subject line "Claim your AHA eCard". Here is what they are saying about Kierstin's class: "The class was super engaging and very informative." "Instructor was enthusiastic, knew the material, and make the class feel safe to ask questions. This is the second class I have taken with this instructor and when I need to renew my cpr/first aid in two years, I hope she is still offering her course. :-)" "Instructor was professional, energetic and knew her material!!" "It was fun and it flew by. I have taken CPR classes before and they were so boring." "Instructor made everyone feel comfortable and was an excellent communicator." "The instructor, Kierstin Pane was fantastic. She injected the right amount of knowledge with some humor. This kept everyone in the class very interested." "Instructor was very knowledgeable and class participants were very engaged in learning. Enjoyable and very helpful class." "The instructor made the class fun and answered all our questions and gave a thorough presentation" "Kiersten was an excellent instructor - very knowledgeable, engaging and fun!" "The class was well done. Well organized, informative, and a lot of fun. The practice work was done in a mannerthat I left the course comfortable that I could properly execute the sequences and techniques in a real life situationif necessary. The instructor was great - positive, supportive, engaging and she made the course fun!" "Instructor was enthusiastic and informed. She engaged with students and explained the information clearly" "The instructor was FABULOUS! Informative, high energy, kind and personable. She was great and will be sending others her way."

This class is designed for beginners with no prior ballet experience, introducing the student to the fundamentals of ballet technique. The class will be structured in a traditional format, beginning with barre work, followed by center work, and concluding with a stretching session. The emphasis will be on learning a ballet class structure, achieving correct body alignment, utilizing efficient body mechanics, developing good musicality, and exploring qualities and dynamics to progress toward a comprehensive understanding of ballet technique and expressiveness. Students will be guided to work safely and intelligently in pursuit of their physical potential. Students are required to bring a yoga mat (for stretching) and ballet shoes. Shoe recommendations are provided in the confirmation email.

Step onto the dance floor and discover the joy of ballroom! From the elegance of the Waltz to the energy of Swing and Cha-Cha, this beginner-friendly class focuses on the basics you need to feel confident and have fun in any social setting. Whether you're starting from scratch or just want to brush up on your moves, come join the fun. Bring a friend and let’s get dancing! Individuals and couples are welcome. Dance partners will rotate.

Learn the basics of watercolor painting in this beginner class. No experience necessary. This course will focus on getting comfortable with watercolor techniques and enjoying the process of painting. The basics of color mixing, value, composition and use of materials and tools will be covered. Through guided instruction and a step by step guided demonstration process, together we’ll paint simple landscape subjects. This will allow you to learn this wonderful medium in a fun and supportive environment. All materials will be provided by the instructor. Here's what they are saying about Beth's Beginner Watercolor Painting Class: "Beth Smith is an excellent watercolor painting instructor. Beth is very skilled and professional, along with being patient and very encouraging. I would recommend her to other beginning watercolor students." "Beth was a great teacher! I felt as though I learned a lot from her." "The instructor. So helpful and observant. Constant instruction always there to help." "Beth was very supportive and encouraging. Her progression of skills was great for a beginner. I appreciated that she gave suggestions for things to work on outside of class." "The class size was small enough that everyone was able to get adequate instruction and ask questions. I am so satisfied with the class I took I have registered for the following class." "Small class. Beth is very knowledgeable and her directions were easy to follow." "Beth did a wonderful job demonstrating the water color basics I wanted in a beginning class! She was so patient and encouraging to all the class and very helpful giving tips to everyone as we worked on our various paintings and skills. It was a fun group of ladies also." "Very friendly instructor and classmates. Also instructor was supportive and encouraging to everyone." "Beth is very patient and thoughtful. She works to ensure all students are successful and that they enjoy the class!" "She really makes this art form accessible to beginners yet never simplifies to the point of boring. Very enjoyable!" "Easy to follow. Enjoyed the comradery with both students and instructor." "Beth is a natural. I have some special needs and she accommodated them. I never felt rushed. She was understanding of my need to ask for repeating questions. I completed 3 passable paintings with her direction and critique." "Beth was a wonderful instructor! Our beginner watercolor class was welcoming, fun, and easy to follow. Beth provided excellent guidance with step by step instructions allowing us as beginners to learn basic watercolor techniques. Beth also gave great suggestions for homework and independent practice. I am looking forward to taking another watercolor workshop with Beth this summer!" "Beth’s logical, methodical, and artistic approach to teaching us beginners! She makes watercolor painting accessible for everyone and yet doesn’t oversimplify. Just right!"

Keep your bike rolling smoothly and safely! In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the essentials of bicycle maintenance, including checking tire pressure, fixing a flat, inspecting brakes, lubricating the chain, and doing simple safety checks. Whether you are a new rider or have been cycling for years, this class will help you build confidence in caring for your bike and handling common issues on the road. Bring your bike if you'd like to practice the skills as you learn. **All proceeds benefit the Prescott Community Center.**

A dance cardio session with music and dancing from Indian movies that takes inspiration from all over the world. In the session we will be sweating and smiling through the classics and chartbusters of Bollywood movie songs in several languages. This cardio session is a fusion of various dance styles including classical Indian dances such as Bharatanatyam and Kathak, as well as elements of folk dances like Bhangra/Garba, jazz, hip-hop, and modern dance. It has become a popular form of exercise and recreation for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn and enjoy. Here is what they are saying about Bollywood Dance Fitness: "It is a fitness and fun combo. Dancing to the tunes of numbers I can relate to, makes the experience all the more better." "An energetic, happy, educational, fun, delightful experience. Learning new stuff."

Students will learn French conversational skills, grammar, usage, and mechanics, while learning to solve translations and honing their pronunciation and dictionary skills. As much as possible, students will be learning French interactively and naturally, through TPR (Total Physical Response), much in the same way one learns a maternal language. We will be using music, international signs, body language, and games during class, as well as reading short current event articles, graphic novels, and/or listening to short blogs. Students will learn basic greeting vocabulary, such as common expressions and commands, calendar items, weather, numbers, and action verbs. They will learn basic prepositions, and how to give and follow directions. Students will discuss hobbies, professions, likes and dislikes, as well as how to conjugate present verb tenses. Materials to bring: Please bring to class a notebook and/or loose-leaf paper, writing utensils, a pocket folder, and a small French/English dictionary would be helpful (Katy will have extras on hand). This class is for beginner adult students. This is what they are saying about Katy's Beginner French class: "Katy is an excellent instructor and shares so much of her knowledge about French culture, in addition to the French Language." "The teacher, Katy, was very enthusiastic and very helpful."

Join us for an evening in Beaujolais, one of France’s most celebrated wine regions, as we explore its wines, cheeses, and culinary traditions. Led by our Shop Manager and Cheese Buyer, Meghan, alongside our Wine Manager, Eric, this intimate tasting will highlight their deep knowledge and passion for thoughtful pairings. Over approximately 90 minutes, guests will taste three wines paired with three cheeses and a charcuterie selection, while learning about the people, places, and traditions behind them. Meghan and Eric will guide you through Beaujolais' unique terroir, the character of its wines, regional cheesemaking, and how flavor, texture, and intensity come together to create a great pairing. Whether you’re already a Beaujolais enthusiast or simply love discovering new wines and cheeses, this tasting is designed to be educational, approachable, and—most importantly—delicious. Registration Closes Wednesday, November 4th.

Come and join an ongoing dialogue on how the oncoming avalanche of AI-driven technological advances will affect us as individuals and as members of our community. This bi-monthly dialogue at the Prescott School Community Center is designed to tap into each other’s knowledge, feelings, hopes, and fears, and to start exploring the questions we should be asking ourselves as we prepare for this wave of disruptive innovations coming our way while we still have time to make a difference. The first gathering is devoted to identifying the places where you, the attendees, see AI showing up in your lives. Then we will group those advances into domains such as economics, education, defense, culture, crime/policing, etc. While doing this, we will start to see what is termed overlap: how a breakthrough in one domain affects other domains. Example: medical breakthroughs may extend our lifespans by a decade. Other advances include eliminating entry-level jobs for recent college grads, which affects contributions to Social Security. How will these pressures affect the nature of our educational system? The implications of the overlap will be profound as breakthroughs occur across most fields of study. As a group, we will then pick a topic schedule to start drilling down into these various domains and their implications. The group will decide together on the topics and action items in the subsequent discussions. Here's what they are saying about the Community Conversation about AI program: "The panel of experts and their insights on AI was amazing. They were knowledgeable and were visionaries in their field. This program was way better than what I thought it would be. Very awesome!" "Discussion was open and valuable. This is an extremely complex issue with both positive and extremely negative implications that are not just local."

Community Game Meetup: All Ages Welcome Join us for a fun and welcoming Community Game Meetup, where all ages come together to play, connect, and enjoy time with others. Game meetups are a wonderful way to bring generations together, build community, and share in the simple joy of play. Whether you’re coming with family, friends, or on your own, you’ll find a friendly and inclusive atmosphere with something for everyone. From light, family-friendly games to more in-depth strategy challenges, players of all skill levels are invited to join in. Our team will be there to help guide the fun, with one facilitator leading family-friendly games and another supporting those interested in strategy games—so you can easily find the experience that’s right for you. No experience is needed! We’ll help explain the rules, get games started, and make sure everyone feels included. Bring a nut-free snack if you’d like, meet new people, and discover a new favorite game while being part of a vibrant, intergenerational community. Register your family or group of four or more people under one person's name. Games may include: Root, Dune, Splendor, Azul, Coup, Pandemic, Go!, Dominos, Life, and more! Here's what they are saying about Community Game Meetup: "We had a lot of fun at the event! Lots of different games for people of all ages and interests." **All proceeds benefit the Prescott Community Center.**

This monthly program helps you get more out of your laptop, tablet, or phone. Each session begins with a helpful feature, followed by open time to work through real questions—so everyone learns together. Bring your challenges and leave with solutions! Past topics include: Zoom accessibility feature (zooming in the screen, not Zoom, the video call software) Email inboxes (Gmail specifically) and how you can turn on or off the automatic sorting feature Sharing photos between your phone and computer Turning off notifications for apps you don't want spamming your phone with unnecessary notifications Identifying how much storage is available on your device Password managers and their safety/security Siri activation and features, such as opening apps, making calls, sending texts, and setting reminders. Transferring photos from iPad to computer (either by using iCloud, or by plugging in), then transferring to a hard drive Clearing your browsing history and cookies, what cookies are, and what options to choose when a site asks for cookie permissions Adding/editing Outlook contacts Adding WhatsApp contacts Please bring any device you would like help to make more accessible. Here is what they are saying about Rachel's class: "Rachel is incredibly knowledgeable and patient and individual issues are addressed." "Rachel is so knowledgeable and helped each one of us with our specific tech issues." "What I liked best about the class was the different topics being addressed during the class. Rachel's friendliness and knowledge.""Rachel is so knowledgeable. I love the personal help. She gives me with specific issues on my devices."

Grab your friends and family for a festive evening of cookie decorating! Perfect for beginners and intermediate decorators alike, this class covers the basics of royal icing, including outlining, flooding, and “wet on wet” techniques with multiple holiday colors. Start on a practice sheet, then decorate your own holiday- and winter-themed cookies. All materials, cookies, and frostings are provided—just show up and enjoy the fun! Each student will leave with six beautifully decorated cookies and a recipe to try their new skills at home. Cookies are baked in a residential kitchen that handles milk, egg, soy, wheat, tree nut, peanut, and fish ingredients. Cookies contain wheat, milk, and egg. *The cookies we decorate in class may not be the cookies pictured above. Class $45 | Material Fee $20 Here is what they are saying about Lori's Holiday Cookie Decorating Class: "Lori is so friendly, talented, and helpful! Taking her class was a delight and I'd love to return if any more cookie classes are offered!"

Join us for a visit to the Watt Phnom Serei Cambodian Temple in Ayer. Watt Phnom Serei, established on June 26, 2019, is a functioning Buddhist sanctuary serving the local Cambodian-American community. The temple acts as a vital cultural hub in the Ayer/Groton area, offering a tranquil setting for worship, ancestral ceremonies, and traditional community gatherings. Venerable But Buntenh will provide an overview of the temple's history, Cambodian culture, and religious practices. After the tour, we will enjoy a traditional selection of food and drinks. 10:30 AM-12:00 PM: Presentation/Tour12:00 PM-12:30/1:00 PM: Lunch & Cultural Exchange Watt Phnom Serei (WPS) Inc. is a non-profit organization established on June 26, 2019, by a group of Cambodian Buddhist practitioners living in Massachusetts and nationwide and registered on June 26, 2019, in the state of New York. A year later, we moved to Massachusetts to operate in the United States of America. The vision of Watt Phnom Serei Inc. is to uphold Buddha's Teaching in all individuals and lives, helping them live in harmony and peace. Watt Phnom Serei Inc. has a mission to empower spiritual leaders and followers to be peace makers for the world; to mobilize the young generation of Buddhists to help spread compassion and peace through meditation and Buddhist approaches; and to inspire Buddhist followers to participate in protecting environment to cultivate inner peace for all peoples through learning about Buddhism and meditation practice in such a way that they achieve harmony and happiness for themselves, their families and communities, and in all countries in the world. We are committed to sowing seeds of peace from the WPS Inc. monastery and making WPS Inc. not only a place for spiritual worship, but also a place for people from all walks of life, regardless of race, culture, or religious differences, to learn the Buddha's Teaching.In this way, we believe that we can reduce negative thoughts and increase positive attitudes by developing love and compassion, tolerance, and understanding of all co-existing relationships in the world today. In so doing, Buddhist monks, members and supporters of WPS Inc. are the first and best messengers to help carry on our mission and activities to reach our goal. Venerable But Buntenh is also an environmentalist, and his talks can be found in The New York Times and on other social platforms. All proceeds benefit Prescott Community Center.

Hands-on cupcake decorating class for adults and teens 15+! Each person will craft Halloween designs on six pre-baked cupcakes using colorful frosting, piping bags, and festive toppings. The instructor will teach simple decorating techniques step by step, such as frosting swirls and simple Halloween designs. Focusing on creativity, confidence, and enjoyment, the session requires no prior baking or decorating experience. All supplies are provided, and every person will leave with six Halloween-themed cupcakes to take home and share with family and friends. Class $40 | Material fee $25 Here's what they are saying about Lauren's Cupcake Decorating Workshops:"Well organized. Kind, patient, and knowledgeable instructor.""It was fun and well organized. Instructor was great!"

This seminar will review and analyze U.S. Supreme Court decisions in the most recent term, including cases involving Presidential control of administrative agencies and birthright citizenship. We will also examine cases on the docket for the upcoming term, including a case that challenges Chicago's attempt to limit possession of AK-15 rifles. It will be helpful that participants read a few legal briefs (or excerpts) and articles in preparation for each session. Here is what they are saying about Chuck's Classes: "The class was very informative and a great learning experience. The instructor was excellent." "The class was excellent! It was very timely and relevant to what is happening in the in the country today. Chuck Vander Linden shared information to read in advance of the class. He very well organized and focused." **All proceeds benefit the Prescott Community Center.**

Discover the remarkable life of Eliza Lucas Pinckney, an 18th-century woman whose curiosity, determination, and love of learning helped shape colonial South Carolina. A pioneering agriculturalist and accomplished scholar, Pinckney experimented with plants and crops—including indigo, which became an important part of the region’s economy. This presentation explores her achievements, challenges, and lasting legacy as a woman who made an extraordinary impact when opportunities for women were limited. Groton resident Nancy Muller, PhD, MBA, will present the story of this remarkably capable and well-educated trailblazer. A long-time resident of Charleston, South Carolina, where Eliza Lucas Pinckney lived, Dr. Muller is a retired professor from the College of Charleston. She is a graduate of Duke University, the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Graduate Business Administration, and VCU’s Medical University of Virginia. The program is FREE for ages 18 or under. **All proceeds benefit the Prescott Community Center.