Learn essential computer skills in this beginner-friendly class, from logging in to personalizing settings. In the second hour, focus on how to protect yourself from email scams, malicious software, and identity theft. Perfect for first-time users.
Artist Elida Field will lead a Cocktails and Canvas from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 5 at The Neighborhood Refuge, 113 S. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Adults ages 21 and older can enjoy an evening of painting and drinks. No experience needed. Field will guide students step-by-step to create an 11”x14” owl painting. Sign up at elidaart.com/product-page/paint-night-at-the-neighborhood-refuge-wise-owl.
Part strategy session, part social hour, and part puzzle exchange! Gather with fellow puzzle lovers to tackle 300-1000-piece challenges featuring everything from surreal art to suspiciously smug-looking cats.
**Bring a puzzle (or two) from home to swap for a fresh challenge to take with you.**
Learn how to create brick stitch & fringe style beaded earrings using seed beads, thread and a beading needle. Natalie Mitchell will briefly discuss the history of seed beads in the Native American community and their uses in regalia, jewelry and art. Registration required and opens October 18. Both sessions are required, please be able to attend 11/8 and 11/15.
Andrea’s Spanish School will offer Online Spanish Conversation Classes, Levels I and II, from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays Oct. 21, 28, Nov. 4 and Nov. 11 via Zoom. Practice speaking Spanish with a native speaker in a small group of four to seven students. Sessions are built around real talk, not grammar drills. There is no homework and no tests. The cost is $25 per session. Sign up at learnspanishvancouver.com.