Lincoln-Sudbury Adult & Community Education

Join us at the Sudbury History Center and Museum in town center for a workshop on tips and tricks for genealogical research! Have you ever wanted to get started on your family tree? Stuck on researching a specific ancestor? A professional archivist will guide this workshop with helpful hints and answer any research questions. We will review useful online resources for information finding and have brief tutorials on searching for public records on websites such as Ancestry and FamilySearch, as well as the new Sudbury Historical Society Collections Online. We will also discuss how to best leverage the free resources available to you nearby in local archives, libraries, and museums. Bringing a laptop to the session is highly recommended, but not necessary. If you have already started your genealogical journey, be sure to bring your notes to the workshop for a more personalized experience.

Come decorate a real evergreen wreath. Choose from a large selection of decorations and learn how to make your own bow. Take home a gorgeous wreath, ready to hang! All materials included.

FOR BEGINNERS OR THOSE WITH SOME PLAYING EXPERIENCE Learn the American version of Mah Jongg! It’s an ancient Chinese tile game of skill and chance, for all ages, in the Rummy family, and is typically played with four people. The game is sociable, competitive, exciting and addictive, one that improves your memory and it’s lots of fun. In this class, you will learn what the tiles are and how to play the game using many strategies. Most people are able to play at any American Mah Jongg table after completing this class. Once you've learned the rules, the possibility to excel is limitless and no two games are ever the same. Players will need to supply their own 2025 playing card, purchased only through the National Mah Jongg League. https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx#. Please order well in advance of the start of the class. Cards are $15 for the larger print and $14 for small print.

The digital camera has revolutionized photography. This course is for the beginning photographer with an SLR or mirrorless camera My goal is to help you develop your photographic vision by teaching you how to go beyond automatic settings on your camera. We will learn how aperture, shutter speed and ISO can be manipulated to yield creative images. We will learn about RAW vs. JPEG images, white balance, depth of field, and exposure. Hands-on exercises on exposure metering and autofocus will give you a better understanding of your camera's capabilities. As you learn to take control of your camera, we will discuss the basics of composition and how to express your vision. We will also explore how to display your images through print and digital medium. The course will consist of handouts, didactic presentations, and individualized opportunities to practice with your camera in the classroom. We will plan one or two optional field trips on weekends (or weekdays if you prefer) to put into practice what we have learned in the classroom. Weekly assignments will be submitted via the Internet prior to each class so we can critique our images as a group. The course is for four weeks and is limited to 7 individuals to maximize interaction with the instructor and other members of the class. Course requirements include a digital SLR or mirrorless camera, access to the Internet, Adobe Acrobat Reader (a free program), and enthusiasm. Optional accessories include a tripod, polarizing filter, and shutter release cable.

Make and take home a fresh seasonal flower arrangement to be given as a gift or enjoyed in your own home. All materials included.

Join us to make beautiful three-dimension stars. These stars, which can be made in various sizes from 2” to 4, make wonderful tree ornaments or can be used in other displays. Moravian stars are well known throughout Scandinavia and Germany as well as other cultures. There are many stories about the origin of these stars, but regardless of their origin, they are fun to make! After some simple folding and weaving proficiency is acquired, making them can be relaxing and mesmerizing. Laura Sprung will demonstrate how to carefully fold strips of paper to create these beautiful stars.

Indulge your senses with the sweet aroma of freshly baked cinnamon buns, whether you're a baking enthusiast or a beginner. Create these delectable treats from scratch at LS, guided by an experienced chef, and bring HOME TO BAKE. In this hands-on session, you'll learn the secrets behind the perfect dough, the art of rolling and shaping, and the tantalizing spice blend for the signature cinnamon filling. Discover the trick to achieving that irresistible gooey texture and golden-brown crust. A short list of baking utensils will be sent in advance (rolling pin, large & small bowl, knife). PLEASE BRING 9 X 13 BAKING DISH, GLASS PREFERRED. Additional $15 food fee to be paid in person.