Community Education, Detailed List

Instructed by: Boards & Bites

Get ready for a frightfully fun time in our Boocuterie Class! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll build your very own Halloween-themed charcuterie board on an adorable ghost-shaped tray (made from food-grade plastic) — and yes, you get to take it home!

We’ll walk you through how to create a boo-tiful spread filled with festive touches like bat-shaped and pumpkin-shaped cheese cutouts, creepy (but cute) treats, and all the spooky snacks your heart desires. Whether you're hosting a Halloween party or just want to treat yourself, your hauntingly delicious board will be the hit of the season.

No tricks, just treats — and tons of fun!

The sample photo is just for inspiration — the actual tray will be filled with even more festive goodies and may look a little different.

What's Included:

• A selection of meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and spreads
• ghost-shaped tray (made from food-grade plastic) to create on
• Tasting notes and pairing suggestions

Class Details:

• Thursday, October 30th
• 6:30-8:00 p.m.
• BRTC Paragould Room 107
• Cost: $50
• Deadline to Register: Monday, October 20th

For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu

Instructed by: Edna Brown

Looking for the perfect gift for a birthday, holiday, or special occasion? Join us for a warm and welcoming workshop where you’ll learn how to create a stunning chunky knit blanket—using just your hands! No needles, no experience required—just your creativity and a love for cozy, heartfelt gifts.

In this hands-on class, you’ll discover the joy of hand knitting, a fun and easy technique that transforms plush, oversized yarn into a luxurious blanket in just a few hours. Whether you're crafting a one-of-a-kind gift or treating yourself to something snuggly, you'll walk away with a beautiful, handmade masterpiece and the skills to make many more.

What's Included:

• Step-by-step instructions from a experienced instructor
• All materials (super soft chunky yarn in a variety of colors, tape measure & scissors)
• Tips for customizing your blanket size and style
• A relaxed, creative atmosphere—perfect for beginners

Class Details:

• Thursday November 6, 2025
• 6:00-8:30 p.m.
• BRTC Paragould, Room 107
• Cost: $80
• Deadline to Register: October 31st

For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu

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Fall & Holiday Cookie Decorating Class - Paragould

Instructed by Veda Shrable

Celebrate the seasons with a fun and festive cookie decorating class! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn step-by-step techniques for decorating sugar cookies with royal icing. We’ll cover outlining, flooding, and simple detailing so you can create both cozy fall and merry holiday designs.

Designs may include pumpkins, turkeys, fall lattes, Christmas trees, snowmen, ornaments, and a festive wreath.

No experience is needed—just bring your creativity! All supplies (cookies, icing, and decorating tools) are provided. You’ll go home with a tray of beautifully decorated cookies perfect for sharing with family, friends, or keeping for yourself!

• Step-by-step instructions
• All supplies are included
• Come join the fun, seating is limited

Class Details:

• Monday, November 10, 2025
• 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
• Cost:  $50
• BRTC Paragould, 1 Black River Drive
• Deadline to Register:  November 3, 2025

For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu.

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Card Making Workshop - Paragould

Instructed by: Laura Diamond, Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator

Join us for a hands-on card-making workshop! Choose your card-making kit from a variety of beautifully designed kits (9 cards in each kit). You’ll make three beautiful, finished greeting cards in class ( more if time allows) with guided, step-by-step instruction. Everyone receives a complete kit containing enough materials to make up to nine cards, plus envelopes and printed instructions. All tools and supplies are included — just bring your creativity. No experience necessary; we’ll cover layout, layering, and simple finishing techniques so you can reproduce the designs at home.

Skill level: All levels welcome — beginners will be walked through every step; more advanced crafters can personalize and embellish.

Why take this class: Great for making seasonal cards, birthday sets, or gifts. Learn reliable techniques you’ll use again and leave with multiple finished cards ready to send.

What's Included:

• Participants may select their preferred kit from a variety of kits (over 15 designs) at the beginning of class.
• Step-by-step instructions with an instructor.
• Make 3 cards in class (or all 9 if time allows) from start to finish (cutting, assembling, embellishing).
• Bonus project too.
• Door prizes.
• All supplies are included.

Class Details:

• Thursday, November 13, 2025
• 6:00-8:00 p.m.
• BRTC Paragould Room 107
• Cost: $40
• Deadline to Register: Friday, November 7th

For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu

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Instructed by: Boards & Bites

Unlock the art of crafting the perfect charcuterie board in this hands-on, flavor-packed class! Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or planning an elegant spread, this class will teach you how to create visually stunning and delicious boards that will impress your guests.

What You'll Learn:

• The basics of charcuterie: understanding different types of meats, cheeses, and accompaniments.
• How to balance flavors and textures to create a harmonious board.
• Creative and unique ways to present your charcuterie board, from rustic to modern styles.
• How to make the most of seasonal ingredients and local products.
• Time-saving tricks for putting together a quick yet elegant board.

What's Included:

• A selection of meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and spreads
• Each participant will receive a lovely round serving board to create and keep
• Tasting notes and pairing suggestions

By the end of the session, you’ll have the skills and confidence to assemble a charcuterie masterpiece that looks as great as it tastes! You'll leave with a beautifully crafted board to enjoy and impress, along with recipes and a list of recommended suppliers to keep the creativity flowing at home.

Class Details:

• Tuesday, November 18, 2025
• 6:00-8:00 p.m.
• BRTC Pocahontas
• Cost: $55
• Deadline to Register: Friday, November 14, 2025

For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu

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Get into the holiday spirit with this fun and festive Make & Take class! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your own holiday-themed foaming hand soaps and luxurious body scrubs — perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself. Choose from a variety of seasonal scents, colors, and decorative packaging to make each creation uniquely yours.

You’ll learn simple techniques using natural ingredients that are easy to recreate at home. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with two beautifully packaged holiday goodies ready to brighten someone’s day (or your own bathroom counter!).

Class Includes:

• All ingredients and supplies
• Step-by-step instruction
• Holiday refreshments and cheerful fun!
• Perfect for anyone who loves DIY projects, holiday gifts, and a little self-care.

Class Details:

• Tuesday, November 18, 2025 6:00-7:30 pm
• BRTC Paragould
• Cost $55
• Deadline to Register: November 13, 2025

For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu

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Instructed by Jerri Ann

Bring your creativity to life in this fun kids’ painting class! We’ll be painting a cheerful Turkey hiding behind a Pilgrim hat, Canvas step by step, perfect for fall decorating. Each child will learn basic acrylic painting techniques while creating their own masterpiece on canvas.

No experience is needed — just come ready to paint, have fun, and make new friends! All supplies are included, and every student will take home their finished Thanksgiving painting at the end of class

Class Details:

• November 24, 2025
• 4:30-6:00 pm
• BRTC Paragould Campus
• Recommended for ages 6 and up
• $20
• Deadline to Register 11/21/2025

• Spaces are limited—register early to save your spot!

For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870 913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu.

Register: https://blackrivertech.edu/kids-acrylic-painting-class-give-thanks-paragould/

Instructed by: Boards & Bites

Celebrate the season in delicious style! Join us for a festive hands-on workshop where you’ll create two beautiful holiday grazing boxes — perfect for gifting, entertaining, or enjoying yourself. You’ll learn how to artfully arrange meats, cheeses, fruits, and festive treats into show-stopping boxes that are as pretty as they are tasty. We’ll talk about flavor pairings, presentation tips, and how to add those special holiday touches that make your boxes wow-worthy.

Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for creative homemade gifts, this fun, social class will leave you ready to mingle and graze your way through the holidays!

What You'll Learn:

• The basics of charcuterie: understanding different types of meats, cheeses, and accompaniments.
• How to balance flavors and textures to create a harmonious board.
• Creative and unique ways to present your charcuterie board, from rustic to modern styles.
• How to make the most of seasonal ingredients and local products.
• Time-saving tricks for putting together a quick yet elegant board.

What's Included:

• A selection of meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and spreads
• All supplies to create two grazing boxes with beautiful packaging — ready to gift or enjoy
• Tasting notes and pairing suggestions

By the end of the session, you’ll have the skills and confidence to assemble a charcuterie masterpiece that looks as great as it tastes! You'll leave with a beautifully crafted board to enjoy and impress, along with recipes and a list of recommended suppliers to keep the creativity flowing at home.

Class Details:

• Tuesday, December 9, 2025
• 6:00-8:00 p.m.
• BRTC Pocahontas
• Cost: $55
• Deadline to Register: Friday, December 5, 2025

For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu

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Instructed by Lotus & Crow

Get into the holiday spirit with this fun and festive Make & Take class! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your own holiday-themed foaming hand soaps and luxurious body scrubs — perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself. Choose from a variety of seasonal scents, colors, and decorative packaging to make each creation uniquely yours.

You’ll learn simple techniques using natural ingredients that are easy to recreate at home. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with two beautifully packaged holiday goodies ready to brighten someone’s day (or your own bathroom counter!).

Class Includes:

• All ingredients and supplies
• Step-by-step instruction
• Holiday refreshments and cheerful fun!
• Perfect for anyone who loves DIY projects, holiday gifts, and a little self-care.

Class Details:

• Thursday, December 11, 2025 6:00-7:30 pm
• BRTC Paragould
• Cost $55
• Deadline to Register: December 8, 2025

For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu

Register

Instructed by: Boards & Bites

Celebrate the season in delicious style! Join us for a festive hands-on workshop where you’ll create two beautiful holiday grazing boxes — perfect for gifting, entertaining, or enjoying yourself. You’ll learn how to artfully arrange meats, cheeses, fruits, and festive treats into show-stopping boxes that are as pretty as they are tasty. We’ll talk about flavor pairings, presentation tips, and how to add those special holiday touches that make your boxes wow-worthy.

Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for creative homemade gifts, this fun, social class will leave you ready to mingle and graze your way through the holidays!

What You'll Learn:

• The basics of charcuterie: understanding different types of meats, cheeses, and accompaniments.
• How to balance flavors and textures to create a harmonious board.
• Creative and unique ways to present your charcuterie board, from rustic to modern styles.
• How to make the most of seasonal ingredients and local products.
• Time-saving tricks for putting together a quick yet elegant board.

What's Included:

• A selection of meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and spreads
• All supplies to create two grazing boxes with beautiful packaging — ready to gift or enjoy
• Tasting notes and pairing suggestions

By the end of the session, you’ll have the skills and confidence to assemble a charcuterie masterpiece that looks as great as it tastes! You'll leave with a beautifully crafted board to enjoy and impress, along with recipes and a list of recommended suppliers to keep the creativity flowing at home.

Class Details:

• Thursday, December 11, 2025
• 6:30-8:30 p.m.
• BRTC Paragould Room 107
• Cost: $55
• Deadline to Register: Friday, December 5, 2025

For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu

Register