Fall & Winter Program Offerings
CLE is excited to offer a handful of one-off programs this Fall and Winter, separate from the main curriculum! Check out the offerings below to learn more and sign up for these classes and workshops as they become available!
October
Tuesday, October 28 3:00-5:00
Tallow Creations – Nourish, Soothe, and Glow!
Join us for a hands-on, creative class all about the age-old, natural wonder: tallow! In this workshop, you’ll explore the versatility of tallow and create three beautiful, practical products to take home:
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Tallow for Cooking – Learn what tallow is, how it’s made, and its rich nutritional benefits. Discover how to incorporate it into your everyday cooking for added flavor and nourishment.
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Whipped Tallow Balm – Craft a luxurious, deeply moisturizing balm perfect for dry skin, heels, and hands. We’ll discuss the skin benefits, different scenting options, and proper storage techniques.
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Tallow Salt Scrub – Whip up a mineral-rich, exfoliating scrub designed for use in the shower or bath. Leaves your skin silky smooth and instantly moisturized.
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Each participant will leave with three small jars—one of each creation—plus inspiration and ideas for turning them into thoughtful hostess or holiday gifts. Perfect for beginners or anyone curious about traditional skincare and kitchen crafts!
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Location: CLE Lecture Hall​
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Presented by Chef Susan Hansen
November
Wednesday, November 12 1:00-3:00
CLE November Book Club: Isola by Allegra Goodman
Calling all book lovers! Join CLE's brand new book club! For our first selection, we will be reading Isola by Allegra Goodman. Join us on November 12th from 1-3pm in the CLE lecture hall for light bites, discussion, and a shared love of literature! All are welcome!
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Please note: CLE does not provide copies of the book, and participants are responsible for acquiring and reading the book prior to the meeting date.
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Each session costs $20 per person. This small fee helps us cover the minimal cost of supplies, snacks, etc. for our participants.
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Location: CLE Lecture Hall​​
December
Wednesday, December 3 1:00-4:00
Drop-In Decoupage: Holiday Ornaments
Come get crafty with the CLE team during our "Drop-In Decoupage" hours! Stop by the CLE lecture hall any time from 1-4pm on Wednesday, December 3rd and create some beautiful new ornaments to keep or gift this holiday season. Choose from seashell ornaments, round wooden ornaments, or small wooden gift tags that will add a unique and personal touch to any gift packaging! All necessary materials will be provided by CLE, however please feel free to bring any additional supplies you wish to use. No experience is required - our staff will teach you everything you need to know! Great for all ages and skill levels.
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Location: CLE Lecture Hall​​
Wednesday, December 10 1:00-4:00
Mahjong Basics for Beginners
Interested in learning how to play the Chinese, tile-based game of Mahjong? Now is your chance! Join us for this intimate beginners class (limited to 8 participants) to learn the basics. No experience needed and all materials provided - just show up ready to learn and have fun!
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Location: CLE Lecture Hall​​
Wednesday, December 17 10:00-12:00
CLE's Holiday Cookie Exchange!
Do you love holiday baking? If so, we invite you to participate in CLE’s FREE cookie exchange on Wednesday, December 17th from 10am to noon!
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How it works: Sign up by December 10th, and our team will reach out to notify you how many cookies to bring for sharing. Each participant will leave with a variety of delicious treats made by the other participants to take home and enjoy! CLE will provide coffee and hot coco, and holiday attire is strongly encouraged!
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Things to bring:
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Cookies (CLE staff will notify you on December 10th how many to bake)
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A large cookie tin/container to transport all your new delicious treats home in
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If you would like to share your recipe, please bring copies or email it to office@clehighlands.com and we can make copies to share!
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Location: CLE Lecture Hall​​