Remember those days? Fresh haircut, backpack in hand, your first day of school outfit ready to conquer the new school year. Although those days may be long gone for some, the thrill of learning never gets old. That’s why we’re giving you the scoop on personal enrichment courses in the Twin City that’ll spark your creativity and keep your mind sharp.
Sawtooth School for Visual Art
The community art and craft school has been offering classes to students of all ages since 1945. Studios are located downtown and at the Generations Center. Browse class offerings, which range from textiles to photography.
NCMA, Winston-Salem
Pull up a chair at Study Hall and engage in thoughtful conversations with other lifelong learners. Writer and professor Jen Howard will lead the four-part course series in discussing how cultural values and fictional characters reframe the human experience.
Vecino Center for Language and Culture
Learn a foreign language in adult beginner courses or schedule private lessons to get one-on-one coaching. Conversation hours allow students and community members to get to know each other and explore different cultures.
Mixxer Community Makerspace
A membership will allow you to use the space and take advantage of on-demand training. Use your hands + mind to create in a variety of workshops and classes like 3D printing or sewing.
Forsyth County Public Library
There’s a lot more than books at these 10 branches. Budding entrepreneurs can get guidance on starting a small business + visitors can check out the 3D printer and other technology in the central library’s makerspace. Classes, events, and book clubs engage adults in everything from Tai Chi to writing + discussing short stories.
The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem
Learn to become a new character with the fundamentals of acting, or grow your confidence with public speaking. You can do it all with the help of experienced instructors in multi-week sessions. Who knows, you might just decide to join a community theater group.
Wake Forest University
Be a lifelong learner and enroll in a Lifelong Learning program at this prestigious university, such as “A.I. and Communication,” or learn about the art of classical music this fall. These short personal enrichment courses are taught by faculty members and community experts in the field. Classes usually take place once a week on campus for two hours.
Forsyth Tech
Choose from hundreds of personal enrichment courses, from estate planning to uncovering the ins and outs of blogging + podcasting. Online classes are offered if you prefer learning from the comfort of your own home, or hit the books and head to class (typically once a week).
Looking to head back to class to earn a degree or certification? Find the local college or university that’s right for you.
