PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Workforce Development and Community Education department at Berkshire Community College (BCC) announced five upcoming workshops open to the public. 

 

Preregistration is required; to register for a workshop, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/workshops.

 

All classes will be held on BCC's main campus, located at 1350 West Street, Pittsfield. 

 

Life Skills for Pre-Teens & Teens: Cooking, Sewing a Button, Handling Money, Communication and Self-care 

 

Monday-Friday, February 19-23, 10 am-2 pm 

 

$145 

 

Join us for a fun and educational five-day course designed for preteens and teens, focusing on essential life skills. From mastering kitchen basics to stitching a button, managing money, exploring effective communication and nurturing self-care habits, this course empowers young minds for a brighter future. Plus, we'll whip up lunch together, making learning engaging and delectable! Suitable for ages 12-15. 

 

Young Entrepreneurs: How to Plan and Start a Business 

 

Wednesdays, February 28 – April 10, 4-5:30 pm 

 

$95 

 

Designed for ages 13-15, this workshop explores everything from generating business ideas and understanding your customers to building a strong brand, marketing and even bouncing back from setbacks. It's all about learning how to kickstart and run a business, the right way.  

 

How to Plan and Start a Business 

 

Wednesdays, February 28 – April 10, 5:45-7:15pm 

 

$105 

 

In the adult version of this workshop, learn how to generate business ideas, understand your customers, build a strong brand, market your product and bounce back from setbacks. Plant the seeds to success by learning how to start a business the right way. 

 

Social Media for Adults: How to Set up & Use Social Media  

 

Thursdays, March 7-21, 5-6pm 

 

$35 

 

Learn how to create and optimize profiles on popular platforms like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. Workshops focus on topics ranging from understanding social media basics to engaging effectively and ensuring your online presence shines. We'll help you unravel the digital realm and empower you to connect and thrive in today's online community.  

 

Multi-Medium Landscape Painting  

 

Saturdays, April 13-27, 12-3pm  

 

$95 

 

Discover how to tap into your creative center while learning the basics of landscape painting. Explore with different mediums to create depth and dimension through scale and color adjustments while using simple guided techniques. By your last session, you will have produced a unique self-expression art piece. Designed for beginners, but all skill levels are welcome to join the creative process.