Hitchcock Free Academy

This dog training basics class is for canines of all ages (puppies welcome) and provides positive training methods, good management practices, and problem-solving strategies. The first week is mandatory, and dogs do not attend. Vaccinations must be up-to-date. Bring the household! Children under 14 must be with an adult. (6 classes) Dates: Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 April 24 - May 29 Fee: $130 per dog Instructor: Laurie Merritt, MEd; Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed Register at: https://www.hitchcockacademy.org/current-classes-for-adults-and-youth/copy-of-dog-training-classes-c-begins-426 One of the important things about Merritt's BUDDIES…

American Sign Language (ASL) is a visual language using hands, facial and body expressions. Learn about deaf culture and mostly come and have fun. Laughter guaranteed. Class A is for beginners, Class B is a continuation of the beginner class. (6 classes) 7:15-8:15 PM Thursdays B) Beginners Part II – March 14 – April 25 (no class 4/18) Fee: $38 Instructor: May Marques, Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf, MA Rehabilitation Commission Register at: https://www.hitchcockacademy.org/current-classes-for-adults-and-youth/sign-language-asl

On April 29, from 6 to 7 PM, Hitchcock Academy invites you to put your creative and your altruistic instincts to work. A "Belly Full of Art" is a Community Cooperative Project. Come in and release your inner artist by decorating the cloth grocery bag we provide. Please bring a non perishable food item to put in the bag, which will be donated to the local food pantry. This program is free with your donation of a non-perishable food item…

For all levels:  Ongoing watercolor classes with a new painting every 3 weeks. Dates: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM-Noon.  This group does not meet in the summer. You must register with Beth Parys in advance to attend. Fee:  $19 per week plus supplies. Contact  Instructor: Beth Parys for information and to register at 413-245-3295

This dog training basics class is for canines of all ages (puppies welcome) and provides positive training methods, good management practices, and problem-solving strategies. The first week is mandatory, and dogs do not attend. Vaccinations must be up-to-date. Bring the household! Children under 14 must be with an adult. (6 classes) Dates: Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 April 24 - May 29 Fee: $130 per dog Instructor: Laurie Merritt, MEd; Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed Register at: https://www.hitchcockacademy.org/current-classes-for-adults-and-youth/copy-of-dog-training-classes-c-begins-426 One of the important things about Merritt's BUDDIES…

A perfect gift as a finished product or as an experience. Using dyes, templates, salt, and real silk, create a scarf with flair to share. Date: Thursday, May 2 Time: 6:30-8:30 PM Fee: $25, all supplies included Instructor: Marcia Beal Register at: https://www.hitchcockacademy.org/current-classes-for-adults-and-youth/silk-scarves

K9 NOSEWORK® is a sport open to all breeds of dogs and their people.  Progressive training levels offered. Offered at 3 levels. (6 classes) K9 NoseWork® Advanced: Saturdays 9-10:30 AM March 30 - May 18 (No class April 6 or 27, off-site class on May 11- flea market) Fee: $145 According to the national website it is a "search and scent activity for virtually all dogs and people." Proponents of the sport claim it "builds confidence and focus ... and provides a…

Saturdays 10:30 - Noon March 30 - May 18 (No class April 6 or 27, off-site class on May 11- flea market) Fee: $145 Merritt says, "one of the best things about K9 Nose Work® is that it is training that is accessible to any dog and owner. Even dogs with sensitivities, or reactive behaviors, to other dogs or people can learn to play the game." K9 Nose Work® is, "all about assuring the comfort and safety of the individual dog. Other dogs will never…

Saturdays Noon - 1:30 PM March 30 - May 18  (No class April 6 or 27, off-site class on May 11- flea market) Fee: $145 Merritt says, "one of the best things about K9 Nose Work® is that it is training that is accessible to any dog and owner. Even dogs with sensitivities, or reactive behaviors, to other dogs or people can learn to play the game." K9 Nose Work® is, "all about assuring the comfort and safety of the individual dog. Other dogs will…

For all levels:  Ongoing watercolor classes with a new painting every 3 weeks. Dates: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM-Noon.  This group does not meet in the summer. You must register with Beth Parys in advance to attend. Fee:  $19 per week plus supplies. Contact  Instructor: Beth Parys for information and to register at 413-245-3295

This dog training basics class is for canines of all ages (puppies welcome) and provides positive training methods, good management practices, and problem-solving strategies. The first week is mandatory, and dogs do not attend. Vaccinations must be up-to-date. Bring the household! Children under 14 must be with an adult. (6 classes) Dates: Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 April 24 - May 29 Fee: $130 per dog Instructor: Laurie Merritt, MEd; Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed Register at: https://www.hitchcockacademy.org/current-classes-for-adults-and-youth/copy-of-dog-training-classes-c-begins-426 One of the important things about Merritt's BUDDIES…

K9 NOSEWORK® is a sport open to all breeds of dogs and their people.  Progressive training levels offered. Offered at 3 levels. (6 classes) K9 NoseWork® Advanced: Saturdays 9-10:30 AM March 30 - May 18 (No class April 6 or 27, off-site class on May 11- flea market) Fee: $145 According to the national website it is a "search and scent activity for virtually all dogs and people." Proponents of the sport claim it "builds confidence and focus ... and provides a…

Saturdays 10:30 - Noon March 30 - May 18 (No class April 6 or 27, off-site class on May 11- flea market) Fee: $145 Merritt says, "one of the best things about K9 Nose Work® is that it is training that is accessible to any dog and owner. Even dogs with sensitivities, or reactive behaviors, to other dogs or people can learn to play the game." K9 Nose Work® is, "all about assuring the comfort and safety of the individual dog. Other dogs will never…

Saturdays Noon - 1:30 PM March 30 - May 18  (No class April 6 or 27, off-site class on May 11- flea market) Fee: $145 Merritt says, "one of the best things about K9 Nose Work® is that it is training that is accessible to any dog and owner. Even dogs with sensitivities, or reactive behaviors, to other dogs or people can learn to play the game." K9 Nose Work® is, "all about assuring the comfort and safety of the individual dog. Other dogs will…

For all levels:  Ongoing watercolor classes with a new painting every 3 weeks. Dates: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM-Noon.  This group does not meet in the summer. You must register with Beth Parys in advance to attend. Fee:  $19 per week plus supplies. Contact  Instructor: Beth Parys for information and to register at 413-245-3295

This dog training basics class is for canines of all ages (puppies welcome) and provides positive training methods, good management practices, and problem-solving strategies. The first week is mandatory, and dogs do not attend. Vaccinations must be up-to-date. Bring the household! Children under 14 must be with an adult. (6 classes) Dates: Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 April 24 - May 29 Fee: $130 per dog Instructor: Laurie Merritt, MEd; Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed Register at: https://www.hitchcockacademy.org/current-classes-for-adults-and-youth/copy-of-dog-training-classes-c-begins-426 One of the important things about Merritt's BUDDIES…

K9 NOSEWORK® is a sport open to all breeds of dogs and their people.  Progressive training levels offered. Offered at 3 levels. (6 classes) K9 NoseWork® Advanced: Saturdays 9-10:30 AM March 30 - May 18 (No class April 6 or 27, off-site class on May 11- flea market) Fee: $145 According to the national website it is a "search and scent activity for virtually all dogs and people." Proponents of the sport claim it "builds confidence and focus ... and provides a…

Saturdays 10:30 - Noon March 30 - May 18 (No class April 6 or 27, off-site class on May 11- flea market) Fee: $145 Merritt says, "one of the best things about K9 Nose Work® is that it is training that is accessible to any dog and owner. Even dogs with sensitivities, or reactive behaviors, to other dogs or people can learn to play the game." K9 Nose Work® is, "all about assuring the comfort and safety of the individual dog. Other dogs will never…

Saturdays Noon - 1:30 PM March 30 - May 18  (No class April 6 or 27, off-site class on May 11- flea market) Fee: $145 Merritt says, "one of the best things about K9 Nose Work® is that it is training that is accessible to any dog and owner. Even dogs with sensitivities, or reactive behaviors, to other dogs or people can learn to play the game." K9 Nose Work® is, "all about assuring the comfort and safety of the individual dog. Other dogs will…

For all levels:  Ongoing watercolor classes with a new painting every 3 weeks. Dates: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM-Noon.  This group does not meet in the summer. You must register with Beth Parys in advance to attend. Fee:  $19 per week plus supplies. Contact  Instructor: Beth Parys for information and to register at 413-245-3295

This dog training basics class is for canines of all ages (puppies welcome) and provides positive training methods, good management practices, and problem-solving strategies. The first week is mandatory, and dogs do not attend. Vaccinations must be up-to-date. Bring the household! Children under 14 must be with an adult. (6 classes) Dates: Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 April 24 - May 29 Fee: $130 per dog Instructor: Laurie Merritt, MEd; Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed Register at: https://www.hitchcockacademy.org/current-classes-for-adults-and-youth/copy-of-dog-training-classes-c-begins-426 One of the important things about Merritt's BUDDIES…

For all levels:  Ongoing watercolor classes with a new painting every 3 weeks. Dates: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM-Noon.  This group does not meet in the summer. You must register with Beth Parys in advance to attend. Fee:  $19 per week plus supplies. Contact  Instructor: Beth Parys for information and to register at 413-245-3295

This dog training basics class is for canines of all ages (puppies welcome) and provides positive training methods, good management practices, and problem-solving strategies. The first week is mandatory, and dogs do not attend. Vaccinations must be up-to-date. Bring the household! Children under 14 must be with an adult. (6 classes) Dates: Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 April 24 - May 29 Fee: $130 per dog Instructor: Laurie Merritt, MEd; Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed Register at: https://www.hitchcockacademy.org/current-classes-for-adults-and-youth/copy-of-dog-training-classes-c-begins-426 One of the important things about Merritt's BUDDIES…

For all levels:  Ongoing watercolor classes with a new painting every 3 weeks. Dates: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM-Noon.  This group does not meet in the summer. You must register with Beth Parys in advance to attend. Fee:  $19 per week plus supplies. Contact  Instructor: Beth Parys for information and to register at 413-245-3295

For all levels:  Ongoing watercolor classes with a new painting every 3 weeks. Dates: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM-Noon.  This group does not meet in the summer. You must register with Beth Parys in advance to attend. Fee:  $19 per week plus supplies. Contact  Instructor: Beth Parys for information and to register at 413-245-3295

For all levels:  Ongoing watercolor classes with a new painting every 3 weeks. Dates: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM-Noon.  This group does not meet in the summer. You must register with Beth Parys in advance to attend. Fee:  $19 per week plus supplies. Contact  Instructor: Beth Parys for information and to register at 413-245-3295

BABYSITTER TRAINING (Ages 11-15) Designed for students Ages 11-15 years, this course provides the participant with instruction in child development, fire safety, emergency procedures, coping with difficult situations, vital information for running your business, choking and Heimlich. Date: Friday, June 28, 10 AM-3 PM, (1 class) Bring lunch and a large doll or stuffed animal Fee: $42 Instructor: Lisa Meunier Register at: https://www.hitchcockacademy.org/current-classes-for-adults-and-youth/babysitter-training