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See all Literature classes in NYCThomas Mann: The Magic Mountain
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 30 Irving Pl, New York, NY
Delve into Thomas Mann's literary masterpiece, 'The Magic Mountain,' at the Brooklyn Institute for Social Research. This course invites exploration into the profound themes of love, loss, time, and the human condition against the backdrop of prewar Europe. Analyzing Mann's work alongside medical journals, reviews, and lectures, participants will ponder questions of health, the evolving nature of time in modernity, and the pursuit of enchantment in a rapidly changing world.
Nov 16th
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Mikhail Bulgakov: The Master and Margarita (In-Person)
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 45 Main Street, Brooklyn, NY
Examine a landmark work of twentieth-century literature through themes of censorship, morality, faith and artistic freedom. Explore how fantasy, satire and allegory challenge political power while raising enduring questions about truth, love and conscience. Gain deeper historical and cultural insight through thoughtful discussion and close reading.
Oct 21st
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Signal and Noise: An Introduction to Statistics
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 247 West 37th St, New York, NY
How do numbers relate to the world? What insights can we derive from data? How do we separate signal from noise? This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and its applications to data analysis at a level accessible to a broad audience with no prior statistical background. We’ll learn and make intuitive the fundamental methods and concepts of data quantification: linear regression, logistic regression, probability distribution,...
Kant’s Critical Aesthetics
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 75 Broad St, New York, NY
Art was anything but peripheral to Kant’s philosophical project. In judging a thing to be beautiful, Kant maintained, we bridge “the great gulf” of nature and human freedom, and prepare ourselves to “love something, even nature, without interest”—that is, exercise moral judgment. Immensely influential in its time, the so-called “third Critique” inspired and gave energy to both German Idealism, which attempted to provide a rational...
Feminist Science Fiction
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 3009 Broadway, New York, NY
The world is not usually imagined for the benefit of women. What can feminist science fiction tell us about these oppressive arrangements and how the world might be otherwise? What makes a work of science fiction feminist? From utopia to dystopia, satire to space opera, in what ways does science fiction hold up a mirror to difficult realties? This course offers a selective introduction to critical themes in twentieth and twenty-first century...
Literature Classes Coming Up in Los Angeles
See all Literature classes in Los AngelesBook Club Maupassant: Le Horla
Coucou Los Angeles See all classes by this school @ 2400 Hyperion Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Embark on a literary journey with CouCou Los Angeles' Book Club Maupassant: Le Horla. Led by the insightful Keveen, immerse yourself in Guy de Maupassant's haunting short novel, a gripping tale of a descent into madness. Analyze the intricate layers of symbolism and psychological intrigue under Keveen's expert guidance, engaging in discussions and gaining profound insights into one of France's literary giants. Whether a seasoned Maupassant enthusiast or a newcomer, this intimate book club promises an enriching exploration of themes like sanity, obsession, and the unseen forces beyond human comprehension.
Book Club - Françoise Sagan
Coucou Los Angeles See all classes by this school @ 2400 Hyperion Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Join us on Silver Lake for an engaging literary event featuring "Bonjour Tristesse" by Françoise Sagan. Guided by Coucou teacher Keveen, delve into the complexities of youth and desire in this timeless classic. Reserved for advanced French learners, this discussion promises to deepen your understanding of 20th-century French literature. Don't miss this enriching experience!
Literature Classes Coming Up in Chicago
See all Literature classes in ChicagoJane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice: Love, Money, and the Modern Self (Chicago)
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 1210 W Thorndale Ave, Chicago, IL
Examine Pride and Prejudice as a groundbreaking response to the challenges of selfhood, social critique, and representation in the modern novel. This course situates Austen’s work within the socio-political tensions of her time, exploring how narrative form, character, and the marriage plot engage with questions of class, gender, and modernity.
A Ruthless Criticism of Everything Existing: an Introduction to Marx (Chicago)
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 1210 W Thorndale Ave, Chicago, IL
Engage with Karl Marx's "ruthless criticism of everything existing" as this course examines his transformative contributions to philosophy, economics, and politics. Through key texts and influential interpretations, explore how Marx's ideas shaped diverse movements, from feminism to ecosocialism. No prior background is required to dive into this critical exploration.
Laura Ingalls Wilder and the Little House Books
The Newberry See all classes by this school @ 60 W Walton St, Chicago, IL
Uncover the hidden depths of Laura Ingalls Wilder's beloved Little House series in this literary class that delves into the series' settings, authorship, adaptations, translations, and lasting impact on American history and girlhood. Taught by a dedicated Wilder scholar, this course will explore not only Wilder's eight-book series but also the works of her daughter, Rose Wilder Lane. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with the societal, ideological, and historical themes embedded within these iconic books.
Meet the Author: Tom Shachtman
The Newberry See all classes by this school @ 60 W Walton St, Chicago, IL
This is a one time FREE course. Meet the Author: Tom Shachtman, How the French Saved America Americans today have a love/hate relationship with France, but in this illuminating new history, Tom Shachtman shows that without France, there might not be a United States of America. How the French Saved America: Soldiers, Sailors, Diplomats, Louis XVI, and the Success of a Revolution is about French aid to Americans during the American...
Meet the Author:Catherine A. Stewart, Long Past Slavery
The Newberry See all classes by this school @ 60 W Walton St, Chicago, IL
Meet the Author: Catherine A. Stewart, Long Past Slavery: Representing Race in the Federal Writers' Project From 1936 to 1939, the New Deal’s Federal Writers’ Project collected life stories from more than 2,300 former African American slaves. These narratives are now widely used as a source to understand the lived experience of those who made the transition from slavery to freedom. But in this examination of the project and its legacy, Catherine...
Literature Classes Coming Up Online
See all Literature classes OnlineWhy did Plato Write? Philosophy, Dialogue, and Dialectic
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school
Examine the relationship between dialogue, writing and philosophy through a close study of influential classical texts. Explore how competing traditions shaped the legacy of Socratic thought while analyzing themes of language, education, friendship and representation. Engage in thoughtful discussion of ideas that continue to influence philosophical inquiry today.
Oct 22nd
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Gershom Scholem: Mysticism and the Philosophy of History
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school
Delve into the rich intellectual legacy of Gershom Scholem. Explore his profound insights into Jewish mysticism and its intersection with contemporary politics and the Jewish historical condition. Uncover Scholem's influential philosophy of history, rooted in kabbalah, messianism, and a deep engagement with language, literature, and nationhood.
Nov 22nd
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
A Ruthless Criticism of Everything Existing: An Introduction to Marx
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Engage with Karl Marx's "ruthless criticism of everything existing" as this course examines his transformative contributions to philosophy, economics, and politics. Through key texts and influential interpretations, explore how Marx's ideas shaped diverse movements, from feminism to ecosocialism. No prior background is required to dive into this critical exploration.
James Joyce: Ulysses
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
The archetypal novel of high modernism, James Joyce’s Ulysses attempts to synthesize the life of a city, the afterlives of previous literary styles, and the entirety of the Western canon as it stood in the early twentieth century. Since its original publication when it was serialized in the Little Review from March 1918 to March 1920, Ulysses has churned up debates about obscenity, obscurity, gender, sexuality, censorship,...
Critical Ancient Greek (Online)
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Explore the foundational texts of ancient Greek thought through language acquisition and critical analysis in this immersive program. Guided by experts in philosophy, literature, and psychoanalysis, participants will delve into Greek grammar, syntax, and rhetoric while examining the cultural contexts and enduring concepts that shape philosophical and political discourse.
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Virtual Magic Trick Workshop (Kit Included)
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Weeknight Figure Drawing
Had an amazing experience finally getting taking the figure drawing class, the moderator was super attentive, love the ambience and opportunity to have this art outlet after work. -
Drawing and Painting: First Class Drop In
Wonderful introduction to drawing for a beginner. Eddie spent individual time instructing me at my level and also gave plenty of time on my own to try things out. He was also working with other more advanced students. -
Dynamic Energy & Japanese Floral Design: Nageire Ikebana
Junko was a wealth of knowledge and super patient and kind. The class was really amazing and I learned a lot of techniques and history of the Nageire style. I will definitely be back to take more of her classes! -
Stone Carving with Alex Khalifa
I’ve been looking for a stone carving class for a while. I’m so glad I found this one. First, the Compleat Sculpture is an amazing place.The entire staff is so nice and knowledgeable. The quarry took my breath away. My teacher Alex is amazing. I learned so much the first day about the nuances of each tool. He helped me every step. He’s so knowledgeable and kind. I love my class . I can’t recommend Alex enough. -
Medium & Techniques | Papermaking
I really enjoyed the paper making class at ArtsClub. It was well organized with all the materials and it was easy to follow the instructor. -
Better than take-out: Classic Pad Thai for Two People
Went with my best friend! Such a great class :) -
Weeknight Figure Drawing
Lovely vibe as always -
NYC: Perfume Blending At Your Office
Everything went great! Thank you so much. I will share this and will be sure to reach out again in the future! -
Test Course
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NYC: Private Trivia
Thank you for all your help. The team loved the event and had a great time! -
Craft a Side Table (Introduction to Woodworking and Furniture Making)
Excellent class. The teacher was great at explaining the steps and was very knowledgeable and attentive. I highly recommend this class to anyone trying to familiarize themselves with the basics of woodworking. -
Bake Your Own French Croissant
Emily was an excellent instructor. Hoping to cross paths again! -
Sewing 101: Make a Skirt
Love my new skirt! The class was very well organized with a paper guide. Emily the teacher was excellent- super thorough, knowledgeable and patient. Will definitely take another class with her as well as at the site. Love all the cute craft kits and supplies there. Can't wait for my next craft adventure. -
Kumiko Woodworking: Japanese Joinery
Really enjoyable class and easy to follow along. Great to take home a piece of artwork too! -
Stained Glass Workshop Weekly Intensive
Auzzie is an amazing instructor, the demos she did were great and the class was so fun. The studio has a very comfortable vibe and the other students were lovely to learn alongside. I would definitely recommend to anyone curious about stained glass. -
Dim Sum
great! -
Mindfulness Zen Weaving Circle
Lovely class! Couldn't believe how easy, relaxing, and satisfying it was! -
Wooden Spoon Carving Workshop
We took this class as a date night and it was such a blast! The instructor Justin was friendly, super knowledgeable, and always ready to help at every step. The class itself was beginner-friendly but still provided a fun challenge. We will definitely be coming back for more classes. :) -
Hoboken: Introduction to Homemade Sourdough Bread
Instructor Arnie was great!! -
One Day Wheel Throwing (Williamsburg)
so fun!! had a great time and learned a lot -
Virtual Calligraphy (Kit Included)
I believe it was awesome! -
Korean Restaurant Favorites
Another great class from home cooking. Learned to make a lot of delicious dishes in a short period of time. John, the teacher is so knowledgeable and patient. Looking forward to taking more workshops -
A Taste of Thailand: Pad See Ew & Papaya Salad (For Two People)
The instructor was very funny and knowledgeable. The food turned out amazing and we got some noodles to take home! We loved the experience -
Sewing Made Easy, Level 2: The Pattern
Excellent. -
NYC: Chopped! Cooking Competition (BYOB)
The team had an absolute blast! Got some really great feedback! -
Your Pet in Stained Glass!
Daughter and I did the stained glass pet class and had a blast! Nicole, our instructor, was fantastic and was very helpful in helping us with our project! Thanks for a wonderful and memorable time that she and I will remember forever. Dawn and Jaylene -
Accelerated Introduction to Drawing
Decorus Atelier and James, the founder and lead instructor, were fantastic. I’m just beginning my creative journey and have very little experience, but this introductory course was practical, filled with interesting tidbits, and accessible enough for me to learn real techniques. The class size was intimate and moved at my own pace which worked really well for the way my brain processes information. I felt comfortable and welcomed by everyone else. Highly recommend! -
Gallery Crawl | Soho
Great choices of galleries and lots of insights -
"Top Shelf" Distillery Tour
Amazing tour and experience!! Totally worth it -
Beginner Wheel Throwing
Auzzie is a fantastic teacher, she made the steps very clear and made us all feel successful with our pots. Fun! -
Beginner's Drawing in Color: Colored Pencil
It was a great beginning class to colored pencil. It started on time & gave good information. I think Molly did a great job giving several different examples of colored pencil & how to start it. -
Virtual Escape Room: Pirate Treasure Hunt
It was a wonderful event and great fun! We will definitely keep you in mind for future events! -
Intro to Sewing
Great class! Our instructors were helpful, we quickly learned to make our tote bags and were able to ask any questions we had. I would definitely go back for another class. -
Instructed Figure Drawing
Good class for a beginner -
Intro to the Art of Sushi
Purchased this class for my partner and I for his birthday. Was such a fun and professional experience! Chef Cregg made the room feel comfortable and low stakes, even though sushi feels like a food that could be really tricky to make at home. He also made the class educational, without coming close to the territory of ever feeling boring at all. Ingredients were fresh and the playlist was great! Would definitely recommend. -
Accelerated Portraiture Drawing
I truly learned so much from James and his careful instruction, alongside his passion and dedication to the arts. It was a pleasure to share the space with him and his students for the evening. I can see why Decorus Atelier of Figurative Art is such a special School. I will be applying all that he has taught me to my creative self and my art. Thank you so much to the Decorus Atelier family! -
Pâte à Choux Pastries
We took the pastry class with Stephanie and had a great experience! She was knowledgeable, patient and a wonderful instructor! We will definitely be looking for more classes to take! -
Authentic Sushi Making
The instructor was thoughtful and considerate of our dietary restrictions. Would recommend to friends for sure. -
The Perfect Crust
Very informative and well spaced out to receive a good hands on education -
Artsy Afternoon
What a relaxing and peaceful experience. No pressure just comfortable conversation and the chance to explore the creative part of yourself. Energetic instructor with motivating and encouraging ideas. -
Pasta Making & Cheese Tasting (Includes Wine)
It was very fun and informative. The lecturer was great and knowledgeable. Great cheese and wine. Would recommend. -
Knife Skills: The Fundamentals
What an incredible class by Chef Paul! He is a true craftsman and a wonderful teacher. I’m so grateful and honored to be a part of this experience. -
Beaded Embroidery Workshop
I came into this class with zero knowledge of beading and our teacher was so patient, she was great at explaining and re-explaining when needed as well as giving us a demo to follow. She was so talented and I loved this class. I highly recommend it. -
Mosaic Art
Fun and relaxed! I wish there had been a bit more discussion around technique but overall enjoyed and would recommend. -
Belt Making Class
Had the most incredible time! The teacher was extremely knowledgable and I got to learn about all the steps in depth and had the teacher's whole attention to pep talk me through each step. Got to dye the leather and stamp a design! A much more rewarding experience than slapping together some metal and leather. If you're looking for leather or metal working classes go to Nazz Forge you won't regret it!! -
Introduction to Japanese Floral Design
This was a wonderful class. I learned so much from Junko, and especially enjoyed learning about the history of Ikebana + her own journey with the art form. I left with a beautiful piece, lots more knowledge, and the inspiration to keep trying at home. Thank you for an awesome class! -
How to Make Really Good Sauces
Good class. Would recommend and even take again. -
Salsa Dancing for Beginners
Love the class! Love the instructor!! -
Mille-Feuille & Madeleines (Napoleon)
We had such a wonderful experience taking the mille-feuille & madeleines class with Emily. She was an excellent teacher—knowledgeable, patient, encouraging, and incredibly generous with her tips and techniques. Emily made the class both informative and enjoyable, and she explained each step clearly while making everyone feel comfortable and confident. I learned so much about the techniques behind making a beautiful mille-feuille, and I left feeling inspired to try it at home.