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Events & Classes

Explore technology, youth, makerspace, entrepreneurship and community programs.

Intro to Crochet (1pm - 3pm)

September 3, 2026 at 1:00:00 PM

Intro to Crochet (6pm-8pm)

September 3, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Jewelry Making for Beginners

September 3, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Intro to Drone Flying & Recreational Drone Certification

September 5, 2026 at 9:00:00 AM

Intro to Sewing: A 4-Week Beginner Series (1pm-3pm)

September 1, 2026 at 1:00:00 PM

New to sewing or need a refresher? Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine while practicing essential techniques and creating hands-on projects. This welcoming four-part series is designed for complete beginners—no previous sewing experience required.

New to sewing or need a refresher? Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine while practicing essential techniques and creating hands-on projects. This welcoming four-part series is designed for complete beginners—no previous sewing experience required.

Intro to Sewing: A 4-Week Beginner Series (6 pm-8 pm)

September 1, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

New to sewing or need a refresher? Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine while practicing essential techniques and creating hands-on projects. This welcoming four-part series is designed for complete beginners—no previous sewing experience required.

New to sewing or need a refresher? Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine while practicing essential techniques and creating hands-on projects. This welcoming four-part series is designed for complete beginners—no previous sewing experience required.

After-School Homework & Study Club

September 2, 2026 at 3:00:00 PM

Need a quiet place to get homework done, study, or work through a challenging assignment? Join us for the pilot of Bean Path Study Squad, a welcoming and supervised space designed to help students stay focused, build strong study habits, and get the support they need to keep moving forward.

Need a quiet place to get homework done, study, or work through a challenging assignment? Join us for the pilot of Bean Path Study Squad, a welcoming and supervised space designed to help students stay focused, build strong study habits, and get the support they need to keep moving forward.

Intro to Crochet (1pm - 3pm)

September 3, 2026 at 1:00:00 PM

Learn the basics of crochet in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class. You’ll practice essential stitches and techniques while creating your first handmade project using a hook and yarn. No previous experience required.

Learn the basics of crochet in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class. You’ll practice essential stitches and techniques while creating your first handmade project using a hook and yarn. No previous experience required.

OATS: Technology for Adults 55+

September 3, 2026 at 5:30:00 PM

Build confidence with technology in a welcoming, hands-on environment. Join The Bean Path and Briarwood Arts Center every Thursday for free technology classes designed for adults ages 55 and older. No experience required.

Build confidence with technology in a welcoming, hands-on environment. Join The Bean Path and Briarwood Arts Center every Thursday for free technology classes designed for adults ages 55 and older. No experience required.

Intro to Crochet (6pm-8pm)

September 3, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Learn the basics of crochet in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class. You’ll practice essential stitches and techniques while creating your first handmade project using a hook and yarn. No previous experience required.

Learn the basics of crochet in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class. You’ll practice essential stitches and techniques while creating your first handmade project using a hook and yarn. No previous experience required.

Intro to AI (Artificial Intelligence)

September 3, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Participants will learn how to write effective prompts, improve AI responses, explore real-world use cases, and create a custom AI chatbot as part of the experience. Each session is interactive, beginner-friendly, and designed to build confidence—not overwhelm.

Participants will learn how to write effective prompts, improve AI responses, explore real-world use cases, and create a custom AI chatbot as part of the experience. Each session is interactive, beginner-friendly, and designed to build confidence—not overwhelm.

Intro to Ceramics: Four-Week Course

September 3, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Discover the art of ceramics in this four-session, beginner-friendly classes. Learn foundational hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing techniques as you transform clay into finished pieces of your own.

Discover the art of ceramics in this four-session, beginner-friendly classes. Learn foundational hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing techniques as you transform clay into finished pieces of your own.

Jewelry Making for Beginners

September 3, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Learn foundational jewelry-making techniques while creating a custom piece to take home. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience.

Learn foundational jewelry-making techniques while creating a custom piece to take home. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience.

Intro to Drone Flying & Recreational Drone Certification

September 5, 2026 at 9:00:00 AM

Take flight with Bean Path’s hands-on Drone Class! Learn the basics of safe flight, controls, and aerial photography using a range of beginner-friendly recreational drones.

Take flight with Bean Path’s hands-on Drone Class! Learn the basics of safe flight, controls, and aerial photography using a range of beginner-friendly recreational drones.

Intro to Advanced Manufacturing (4 - Part Series)

September 5, 2026 at 9:00:00 AM

Advanced Manufacturing Saturdays is a four-week, hands-on series at The Bean Path where participants explore 2D and 3D design, start a 3D print, complete drone hobby certification, and finish by producing a laser-cut box with a lid. No experience needed—just show up ready to learn and make something

Advanced Manufacturing Saturdays is a four-week, hands-on series at The Bean Path where participants explore 2D and 3D design, start a 3D print, complete drone hobby certification, and finish by producing a laser-cut box with a lid. No experience needed—just show up ready to learn and make something

FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot Course

September 8, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Sept. 8, Sept. 15, Sept. 22 & Sept. 29 | 6–8 PM

Prepare for the FAA Part 107 exam and professional drone work.

All 4 sessions + independent study required.
Bean Path covers the exam fee.

Sept. 8, Sept. 15, Sept. 22 & Sept. 29 | 6–8 PM

Prepare for the FAA Part 107 exam and professional drone work.

All 4 sessions + independent study required.
Bean Path covers the exam fee.

Canva Basics for Beginners (Class) 1pm-3pm

September 10, 2026 at 1:00:00 PM

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

OATS: Technology for Adults 55+

September 10, 2026 at 5:30:00 PM

Build confidence with technology in a welcoming, hands-on environment. Join The Bean Path and Briarwood Arts Center every Thursday for free technology classes designed for adults ages 55 and older. No experience required.

Build confidence with technology in a welcoming, hands-on environment. Join The Bean Path and Briarwood Arts Center every Thursday for free technology classes designed for adults ages 55 and older. No experience required.

Intro to AI (Artificial Intelligence)

September 10, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Participants will learn how to write effective prompts, improve AI responses, explore real-world use cases, and create a custom AI chatbot as part of the experience. Each session is interactive, beginner-friendly, and designed to build confidence—not overwhelm.

Participants will learn how to write effective prompts, improve AI responses, explore real-world use cases, and create a custom AI chatbot as part of the experience. Each session is interactive, beginner-friendly, and designed to build confidence—not overwhelm.

Canva Basics for Beginners (6 - 8 pm)

September 10, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

Create with Video & Audio - (A 3-Part Class)

September 10, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Learn practical video and audio basics using just your smartphone in this free 3-part workshop. Participants will plan, film, and edit a short video while gaining a clear introduction to microphones, speakers, and simple AV setup used in real-world settings. Designed for beginners and career explore

Learn practical video and audio basics using just your smartphone in this free 3-part workshop. Participants will plan, film, and edit a short video while gaining a clear introduction to microphones, speakers, and simple AV setup used in real-world settings. Designed for beginners and career explore

Python Study Hall

September 15, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Python is one of the most popular coding languages in the world — used in everything from automation to AI. If you've been curious about coding, this is your low-pressure entry point. Drop in, work at your own pace, and get help when you need it. Bring your laptop and your questions.

Python is one of the most popular coding languages in the world — used in everything from automation to AI. If you've been curious about coding, this is your low-pressure entry point. Drop in, work at your own pace, and get help when you need it. Bring your laptop and your questions.

Canva Basics for Beginners (1pm-3pm)

September 17, 2026 at 1:00:00 PM

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

OATS: Technology for Adults 55+

September 17, 2026 at 5:30:00 PM

Build confidence with technology in a welcoming, hands-on environment. Join The Bean Path and Briarwood Arts Center every Thursday for free technology classes designed for adults ages 55 and older. No experience required.

Build confidence with technology in a welcoming, hands-on environment. Join The Bean Path and Briarwood Arts Center every Thursday for free technology classes designed for adults ages 55 and older. No experience required.

Ssipp & Paint (21+)

September 17, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Adults 21+ - A laid-back, hands-on painting night where you create your own artwork—no experience required. Pick your colors, follow your instincts, enjoy the vibes, and leave with a finished piece ready to take home. Just bring your beverage of choice and let the paint do the talking.

Adults 21+ - A laid-back, hands-on painting night where you create your own artwork—no experience required. Pick your colors, follow your instincts, enjoy the vibes, and leave with a finished piece ready to take home. Just bring your beverage of choice and let the paint do the talking.

Canva Basics for Beginners (Class) 6-8pm

September 17, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

ACT & SAT Prep Day: Bean Path x Path

September 19, 2026 at 10:00:00 AM

Join The Bean Path and Path for an in-person ACT & SAT prep session designed to help students strengthen their skills and build confidence. Students will get helpful test-taking tips, work through practice questions and quizzes, and complete SAT prep activities.

Join The Bean Path and Path for an in-person ACT & SAT prep session designed to help students strengthen their skills and build confidence. Students will get helpful test-taking tips, work through practice questions and quizzes, and complete SAT prep activities.

Python Study Hall

September 22, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Python is one of the most popular coding languages in the world — used in everything from automation to AI. If you've been curious about coding, this is your low-pressure entry point. Drop in, work at your own pace, and get help when you need it. Bring your laptop and your questions.

Python is one of the most popular coding languages in the world — used in everything from automation to AI. If you've been curious about coding, this is your low-pressure entry point. Drop in, work at your own pace, and get help when you need it. Bring your laptop and your questions.

OATS Open House

September 24, 2026 at 10:00:00 AM

Join The Bean Path for an OATS Open House and discover technology resources designed to help older adults build digital skills and confidence. Stop by to learn more about upcoming programs, ask questions, and explore opportunities to stay connected in today’s digital world.

Join The Bean Path for an OATS Open House and discover technology resources designed to help older adults build digital skills and confidence. Stop by to learn more about upcoming programs, ask questions, and explore opportunities to stay connected in today’s digital world.

Intro to Drone Flying & Recreational Drone Certification

October 3, 2026 at 10:00:00 AM

Take flight with Bean Path’s hands-on Drone Class! Learn the basics of safe flight, controls, and aerial photography using a range of beginner-friendly recreational drones.

Take flight with Bean Path’s hands-on Drone Class! Learn the basics of safe flight, controls, and aerial photography using a range of beginner-friendly recreational drones.

Intro to Advanced Manufacturing (4 - Part Series)

October 3, 2026 at 10:00:00 AM

Advanced Manufacturing Saturdays is a four-week, hands-on series at The Bean Path where participants explore 2D and 3D design, start a 3D print, complete drone hobby certification, and finish by producing a laser-cut box with a lid. No experience needed—just show up ready to learn and make something

Advanced Manufacturing Saturdays is a four-week, hands-on series at The Bean Path where participants explore 2D and 3D design, start a 3D print, complete drone hobby certification, and finish by producing a laser-cut box with a lid. No experience needed—just show up ready to learn and make something

Intro to Sewing: A 4-Week Beginner Series (1pm-3pm)

October 6, 2026 at 1:00:00 PM

New to sewing or need a refresher? Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine while practicing essential techniques and creating hands-on projects. This welcoming four-part series is designed for complete beginners—no previous sewing experience required.

New to sewing or need a refresher? Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine while practicing essential techniques and creating hands-on projects. This welcoming four-part series is designed for complete beginners—no previous sewing experience required.

Intro to Sewing: A 4-Week Beginner Series (6pm-8pm)

October 6, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

New to sewing or need a refresher? Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine while practicing essential techniques and creating hands-on projects. This welcoming four-part series is designed for complete beginners—no previous sewing experience required.

New to sewing or need a refresher? Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine while practicing essential techniques and creating hands-on projects. This welcoming four-part series is designed for complete beginners—no previous sewing experience required.

Intro to Crochet (1pm - 3pm)

October 8, 2026 at 1:00:00 PM

Learn the basics of crochet in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class. You’ll practice essential stitches and techniques while creating your first handmade project using a hook and yarn. No previous experience required.

Learn the basics of crochet in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class. You’ll practice essential stitches and techniques while creating your first handmade project using a hook and yarn. No previous experience required.

Intro to AI (Artificial Intelligence)

October 8, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Participants will learn how to write effective prompts, improve AI responses, explore real-world use cases, and create a custom AI chatbot as part of the experience. Each session is interactive, beginner-friendly, and designed to build confidence—not overwhelm.

Participants will learn how to write effective prompts, improve AI responses, explore real-world use cases, and create a custom AI chatbot as part of the experience. Each session is interactive, beginner-friendly, and designed to build confidence—not overwhelm.

Intro to Crochet (6pm-8pm)

October 8, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Learn the basics of crochet in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class. You’ll practice essential stitches and techniques while creating your first handmade project using a hook and yarn. No previous experience required.

Learn the basics of crochet in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class. You’ll practice essential stitches and techniques while creating your first handmade project using a hook and yarn. No previous experience required.

Intro to Ceramics: Four-Week Course

October 8, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Discover the art of ceramics in this four-session, beginner-friendly classes. Learn foundational hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing techniques as you transform clay into finished pieces of your own.

Discover the art of ceramics in this four-session, beginner-friendly classes. Learn foundational hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing techniques as you transform clay into finished pieces of your own.

Canva Basics for Beginners (Class) 1pm-3pm

October 15, 2026 at 1:00:00 PM

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

Intro to AI (Artificial Intelligence)

October 15, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Participants will learn how to write effective prompts, improve AI responses, explore real-world use cases, and create a custom AI chatbot as part of the experience. Each session is interactive, beginner-friendly, and designed to build confidence—not overwhelm.

Participants will learn how to write effective prompts, improve AI responses, explore real-world use cases, and create a custom AI chatbot as part of the experience. Each session is interactive, beginner-friendly, and designed to build confidence—not overwhelm.

Create with Video & Audio - (A 3-Part Class)

October 15, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Learn practical video and audio basics using just your smartphone in this free 3-part workshop. Participants will plan, film, and edit a short video while gaining a clear introduction to microphones, speakers, and simple AV setup used in real-world settings. Designed for beginners and career explore

Learn practical video and audio basics using just your smartphone in this free 3-part workshop. Participants will plan, film, and edit a short video while gaining a clear introduction to microphones, speakers, and simple AV setup used in real-world settings. Designed for beginners and career explore

Canva Basics for Beginners (Class) 6-8pm

October 15, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

Python Study Hall

October 20, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

Python is one of the most popular coding languages in the world — used in everything from automation to AI. If you've been curious about coding, this is your low-pressure entry point. Drop in, work at your own pace, and get help when you need it. Bring your laptop and your questions.

Python is one of the most popular coding languages in the world — used in everything from automation to AI. If you've been curious about coding, this is your low-pressure entry point. Drop in, work at your own pace, and get help when you need it. Bring your laptop and your questions.

Canva Basics for Beginners (Class) 1pm-3pm

October 22, 2026 at 1:00:00 PM

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

Canva Basics for Beginners (Class) 6-8pm

October 22, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided, or bring your own laptop

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