Lakes Region Community College Summer Enrichment Classes ( First Listing)
Make this summer one to remember with LRCC’s Summer Enrichment Series! With over 25 non-credit classes designed for fun, creativity, and personal growth, there’s something for everyone. Sharpen your skills in a 3-hour Excel refresher, roll into a sushi-making workshop, learn the art of cocktail mixology, or finally explore photography or container gardening. We even offer cooking camps for kids and inspiring sessions like Empowering Educators through Connection and Wellness. Whether you’re looking to try something new, brush up on a skill, or just have a great time—LRCC has a class for that. No pressure. No grades. Just hands-on learning and summer fun. Browse the full list and register below!
Social Media Marketing
Instructor: Peter Riendeau
Join our hands-on “Social Media Marketing 101” workshop designed specifically for small business owners ready to harness the power of social media. Over 3-4 hours, you’ll learn to choose the right platforms, create engaging content, and build a strategic online presence that drives real business results. This interactive session includes live demos, practical exercises, and personalized Q&A time to help you set up and optimize your social media accounts. Leave with actionable takeaways including a 30-day content calendar, setup checklists, and a comprehensive resource guide.
Date(s): Monday, August 18
Times: 5pm-9pm (4 hours)
Number of Meetings: 1
Location / Mode: LRCC CAT 216
Max Enrollment: 20
Registration: $179.00
AI for Productivity
Instructor: Cat Fuster
Participants will learn how to leverage artificial intelligence to enhance their efficiency and effectiveness in various aspects of their work and life. Topics like prompt engineering; using AI for automation, data analysis, and creative tasks; and helping students integrate AI tools into their daily routines
Date(s): Thursday, August 7
Times: 5pm-8pm (3 hours)
Number of Meetings: 1
Location / Mode: LRCC CAT 202
Max Enrollment: 20
Registration: $199.00
Meditative Photography
Instructor: Hannah Cheney
Escape the everyday and discover the peaceful art of meditative photography at the stunning Tarbin Gardens in Franklin, NH. This unique 4-hour workshop requires no technical skills or fancy equipment as you learn to use photography as a method for grounding and being fully present in the moment. Take a mindful stroll through the beautiful gardens while practicing contemplative image-making techniques that focus on awareness rather than technical perfection. All you need is any camera (DSLR, point-and-shoot, or even your phone) to join this transformative experience that combines nature, mindfulness, and creative expression.
Date(s): Wednesday, July 30
Times: 4pm-8pm
Number of Meetings: 1
Location / Mode: Tabin Gardens in Franklin
Max Enrollment: 8
Registration: $129.00
Empowering Educators through Connection and Wellness: A Neuroscience-Aligned Approach
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Instructor: Katie Pagnotta
In this course, participants will learn about the interplay of the brain and nervous system and how they react to stress vs. ease. Participants will learn about Adverse Childhood Experiences, Positive Childhood Experiences, Polyvagal Theory, and Trauma-Responsive Care. Participants will leave the course empowered to see student misbehavior as communication of nervous system dysregulation and utilize collaborative and strength-based interventions to support students.
Date(s): Class 1: August 13 & 20 (both on Tuesdays)
Times: 3:30pm-5:30PM (2 hours for 2 classes)
Number of Meetings: 2
Location / Mode: LRCC CAT 216
Max Enrollment: 20
Registration: $159