Upper Arlington's department of Lifelong Learning (a division of the city's Parks and Recreation…read moredepartment) is a great way to explore a whole gamut of adult, self-enrichment. I currently teach armchair travel and history seminars for Lifelong Learning, but have also taken a bunch of different classes through this program, including yoga, pottery, craft and cooking classes. The instructors are reputable professors, tradespeople and professionals within their industry. Prices vary depending on how many sessions are taught for the one class. A class like pottery will meet 7 or 8 times and the cost is around $100, whereas my one-class travel or history seminars only cost about $18-$20 for a 2-hour presentation. Cost is also based on whether or not you are a resident of Upper Arlington. The difference isn't very much for non-residents, but there is a slight price break for those who live in the neighborhood. If you want to explore your artistic side, drawing, photography, oil painting, watercolors, and craft classes are among the offerings. If you prefer something more physical, choose from a variety of fitness, meditation and dance courses. Each quarter also brings random "one-off" seminars focused on topics like speed reading, local history or political issues. Classes are offered year-round and catalogues come out every quarter. The classes are open to the public and you can register on line, via telephone or the sign-up form in the catalogue, which you can request be mailed to you.

Think Tank has provided services to various local nonprofits and community groups. Think Tank has…read morehelped several grassroot organizations with training, consulting and technical assistance. The Clark County Circles Campaign and the community portion of Promise Neighborhood is provided by Think Tank. Think Tank has offices in Springfield and Dayton and has worked extensively to ensure that low-income persons are equipped to lead in each community. If you are looking for an opportunity to volunteer and want a tranformational experience this is the right organization to contact.

Thank God I made it out the nursing program but it's not worth it to put yourself through the…read moreheartache this school will cause you. Administrators and staff are very rude and do not care about you or your learning. Your business will be spread through staff and admin and even classmates! They play favoritism as well. This school is not set up for you so succeed as a lot of it is self taught and for the amount that you pay the quality of the labs and sims are TERRIBLE. They reuse supplies and often times make you "pretend" instead of opening supplies. They also take expired supplies from the hospitals which they should be able to afford without taking donations. The financial aid office is running a money laundering scheme so make sure you TRIPLE check all of your financial aid documents. Don't have an opinion different than theirs or stand up for yourself because you'll be labeled as combative and unprofessional. They also will give you the worst & cheapest pinning ever which is supposed to be one of the best moments of your life. Overall the cons outweigh the pros and it is not worth it! They are also not accredited by the CCNE. Go get your education elsewhere!!!!!!!

first term and it's going ok , I just really wanna to say the bio/ap professor Mrs. B best in…read morethe business!! above and beyond is an understatement !!! i appreciate the love shown

I had the pleasure of attending a "Paint and Pour for Pelatonia" fundraiser organized by a coworker…read moreof mine. The event was well organized, as the canvas/paints/brushes/smocks are all provided. The activity itself was SO much fun! We ate pizza, sipped on wine and paint to our heart's content! Even though we had a large party of about 30 painters, the instructors, Anna, came around and helped me several times, even showing me what I needed to do and offering feedback. She was supportive and helpful. Despite my dreadful painting, I LOVED my experience with Art with Anna. I especially loved that the money raised went to support cancer research at the James.

My niece has been taking art camp classes here for a little over a year and she loves it! Her marks…read morein art at school have improved tremendously and she has so much fun with the other kiddos in each class she takes and with the super patient instructors (I teach high school and can't imagine having a group of 8yos all at once...that is my nightmare and the instructors here are saints!) It is so affordable ($30 for an art camp day session) and nice to know in advance what the craft for that day will be, that way we can avoid any repeat crafts.

I purchased a French Dinner class and invited 2 friends over to join us. Rachel worked with me to…read moreaccommodate my gluten allergy and food preferences. Although I live in Manhattan and have a small kitchen, we set up the dining table for instructions and Rachel walked us through prep, tips and advise with suggestions along the way to help improve cooking at home. Most of us have limited cooking experience, but Rachel was patient, helpful and fun. It was a great experience and the meal was superb! It was so delicious, we have even made one recipe again this week. Great for small group, something out of the ordinary, new experience, indoor activity.

My friend and I took a 4 part cooking course and I can honestly say I'm a MUCH better (more…read moreinformed!) cook now. Rachel is a fantastic chef and teacher with a fun-loving personality that will immediately put you at ease. I have learned so many key cooking tips that have helped me step out of my comfort zone and try out new recipes that I wouldn't have thought I was capable of before. I highly recommend taking this 4 part cooking course OR doing a fun one off get together with friends. You can enjoy the fruits of your labor at the end of the class and trust me.. the food will be better (and cheaper) than going to a restaurant.