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2017 The Year Ahead

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Immerse yourself in the enriching, fun and dynamic world of Astrology - signs, planets, houses and aspects.  You will need to provide your birth date, time and location when registering for this class. Please include in "notes" section when purchasing your seat.

(252) All levels 18 and older
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Intro to Needle Felting

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Learn to needle felt! This relatively new fiber art has been gaining popularity in the craft world, appealing to both veteran and novice crafters. Needle felting uses special barbed needles to sculpt un-spun wool into three-dimensional objects. In this 2.5 hour class you will learn basic techniques and walk away with your own miniature creation as well as essential supplies to continue felting at home! Outside food & drinks are not allowed....

(252) Beginner 18 and older
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You Want to Write for Print? Sh*t You Gotta Know

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Mike Sacks, Vanity Fair editor and author of four humor books, teaches a workshop on humor writing for print and how to get published.  Advanced purchase is mandatory.  Bonus:  Two of Mike's heralded books are on sale in the QED bookshop.

(252) All levels 18 and older
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Swing Dancing / Lindy Hop for Advanced Beginners

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Please join us for the advanced beginner class of swing dancing and Lindy Hop!! If you are familiar with 6 count moves with triple & single steps as well as 8 count moves such as Swing Out, you are welcome to join the advanced beginner level. We will rotate partners frequently during the lesson so you will instantly make lots of new friends!!  You will have a chance to mingle and dance with each other and try out all the new moves ...

(252) Beginner 18 and older
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Intro to American Sign Language (ASL)

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

This one-hour class and practice session will focus on the basics of American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary and discussions about Deaf culture taught by Kambri Crews, a hearing child of deaf adults (known by the acronym "CODA" in the Deaf community). You will learn the ABC's and basics of finger spelling, a bit about Deaf culture (why the capital "D" sometimes and lowercase "d" other times?), and how to communicate using hands,...

(252) Beginner 18 and older
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Queens Then and Now

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

The borough of Queens has seen many historical and geographical changes throughout its illustrious history. Marshlands, woods, and farms gave way to factories, thriving communities, and the nation's premier arterial highway system.  Queens: Then & Now offers a rare historical look at New York City's largest borough, featuring many never-before-seen images that document the amazing changes it has experienced since it became a part of the...

(252) All levels 18 and older
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The Art of Selfies: A Workshop by Agnes

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

The Art of Selfies is a small group exploration of self-expression in a safe, welcoming space. Agnes will introduce techniques, theories, perspectives and diverse examples of self portraiture and everyday selfie-taking. We will engage with props and digital apps to help you discover new ways of visualizing yourself.  Through this workshop, you will come away with a renewed confidence and strong command of how to take an awesome selfie that...

(252) All levels 18 and older
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Freelance Basics

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Being a freelancer means dealing with many different aspects of career, aside from the practical trade skills. This class will cover the basics of working as a freelancer, with an emphasis on the creative fields. The lecture discusses topics such as health insurance, taxes, getting work, dealing with clients and more. Personal stories and life lessons will be shared, as well as time for Q&A at the end.

(252) All levels 18 and older
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Customize your Clothes - Intermediate Sewing Workshop

AlterWork Studios @ 30-09 35th Ave, Long Island City, NY

Ever wish you knew how to tailor your clothes to fit better? Or how to add a cellphone pocket inside your jacket? Or maybe you found a dress at a thrift store, but want to make it into a skirt instead.  In this 2 day workshop, we’ll go over some simple ways to modify your clothes to your own size and style. Students should already have some machine sewing experience (the beginner workshop is a great place to start) to participate in this...

(9) Intermediate 15 and older
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$120

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Ricotta & Mozzarella

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Chef and comedian Vicki Ferentinos will teach you the process of making both fresh ricotta and fresh mozzarella. We will also learn to make cannoli shells and filling using our freshly made ricotta as well as grilled pizza with our freshly made mozzarella. Hands-on class where you get to take home your creations! Cost per student includes supply costs and please

(252) All levels 18 and older
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Social Media for Brands

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Taught by Social Media professional, Sue Funke. This is crash course on how to best use social media for your brand. Learn which social media platforms can help leverage your small business or personal brand. We'll also go over best practices and tips on how to best utilize Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Snapchat.

(252) All levels 18 and older
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Joke in the Box: An Introduction to Gag Cartooning

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

An introduction to the subtle wizardry that is gag cartooning. We’ll be doing exercises meant to generate ideas, spark jokes, and inspire cartoons in the single-panel format.  If we do this right, you’ll walk out with a stack of beginnings and ideas for comics that you’re excited about. If we do it wrong, I’ll be left tied to a pole covered in gasoline out in the desert somewhere.  Worried about your drawing skills, or lack thereof?...

(252) Beginner 16 and older
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Valentine's Date Night: Classic Handmade Pasta

CocuSocial Cooking Classes @ 38-30 28th St, Long Island City, NY

There’s nothing so delicious as fresh pasta, made from scratch. Escape to Italy for an evening to master the traditional dish, Fettuccine Alfredo. Learn the art of making this indulgent dish from scratch- making the pasta dough, using a pasta roller to roll out the dough, and shaping it into its Fettuccine and Tagliatelle form. Your chef instructor will demo how to make the luscious and creamy Alfredo sauce from scratch. Guests will sit down...

(1742) Beginner 21 and older
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Swing Dancing: Lindy Hop Sampler and Social

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Every 1st Monday of the month, join Akemi from Swing Dance Astoria as she leads this fun class and social about all things swing dance! Come early for a special pre-class happy hour just for the dancers (that's you!) starting at 6:30. The first portion of each event begins with some expert instruction on the basics of swing dancing. She will teach special topics that we usually don't have time for during our regular Monday classes.  No...

(252) All levels 18 and older
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Non-Fiction Book Proposal Workshop

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Non-fiction books (anything from memoir, pop culture, true crime and self-help) are sold to publishers on the basis of a proposal which is a 20-50 page document pitching the book’s content and marketability and is supplemented by sample chapters. You write the proposal before you actually write the book. Taught by the owner and published author, Kambri Crews, the workshop will cover these parts of a proposal: overview (the basic idea), market...

(252) All levels 18 and older
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Introduction to Crochet

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Too old to get away with a macaroni picture frame as that adorable homemade present? Come learn to crochet! We'll start out by making a scarf that you can give away for the holidays (or keep for yourself). You'll leave class with your own crochet hook and the skein of yarn to keep the project going. During class we'll cover the basics: chain stitch, working in rows, single crochet, double crochet, and changing colors.  Plus, when you sign...

(252) Beginner 18 and older
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Swing Dancing Workshop for Level I

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

In this series, we will work on 6 count footwork with triple steps. 6 count footwork is an integral part of Lindy Hop (the original form of swing dancing). It involves shuffling your feet, moving and turning to the swinging rhythm of big band music. We will rotate partners frequently during the lesson so you will instantly make lots of new friends!! You will have a chance to mingle and dance with each other and try out all the new moves  to...

(252) Beginner 18 and older
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$75

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Crash Course in Creative Brief Writing

Miami Ad School PRO @ 35-37 36th St, New York, NY

In this half day account planning workshop, you'll explore the strategic processes and techniques employed by the world's best creative agencies to get closer to consumers and write razor sharp briefs. Great creative work begins with a killer brief. It's not easy to develop creative briefs filled with insight, consumer understanding, and inspiration for your team. It takes time, hard work, and passion. Luckily, there's a process to unlocking this...

(2) All levels 18 and older
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$300
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American Heart Association CPR & First Aid Training

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

CPR: 10:00 - 1:00 PM Learn the basics of Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED - that machine that shocks the heart back to life!), and how to relieve choking in adults, children, and infants. The focus on this class is to give you confidence to get involved in cardiac emergencies. The sooner the victim gets help, the higher their chances are for survival.  FIRST AID: 1:30...

(252) Beginner 16 and older
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$115
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The Art and Science of Holography

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Dr. Martina Mrongovius is the Director of the "Center for the Holographic Arts" (HoloCenter). She will share her extensive knowledge of holography, display some examples of holograms, demonstrate how holograms are made, and answer your questions about this fascinating art form. Learn about the HoloCenter's artist programs and Summer Museum on Governors Island. 

(252) All levels 18 and older
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