Prescott Community Center

Students will learn French conversational skills, grammar, usage, and mechanics, while learning to solve translations and honing their pronunciation and dictionary skills. As much as possible, students will be learning French interactively and naturally, through TPR (Total Physical Response), much in the same way one learns a maternal language. We will be using music, international signs, body language, and games during class, as well as reading short current event articles, graphic novels, and/or listening to short blogs. Students will learn basic greeting vocabulary, such as common expressions and commands, calendar items, weather, numbers, and action verbs. They will learn basic prepositions, and how to give and follow directions. Students will discuss hobbies, professions, likes and dislikes, as well as how to conjugate present verb tenses. Materials to bring: Please bring to class a notebook and/or loose-leaf paper, writing utensils, a pocket folder, and a small French/English dictionary would be helpful (Katy will have extras on hand). This class is for beginner adult students. This is what they are saying about Katy's Beginner French class: "Katy is an excellent instructor and shares so much of her knowledge about French culture, in addition to the French Language." "The teacher, Katy, was very enthusiastic and very helpful."

Information Session for a 10 Day Tour of Viñales and Havana, Cuba in 2026 **There are currently 2 spots open for the 2025 Tour. Please email (connectwithus@prescottscc.org) or call (978-877-6933) the office if you are interested in the 2025 Tour.** Nick DePasquale, a US-based host/tour leader, and an award-winning photographer, will lead a small group of 8 travelers to visit the valley and fields of Viñales and the capital Havana for a 10-day tour in 2026. Nick will guide you through the trip preparation and join you for the trip. This is a cultural and educational experience in support of the Cuban people. He will offer two information sessions about the trip and registration. Highlights: 1. Visit unique locations that most visitors do not have the opportunity to visit 2. Cuba-based tour operators and guides 3. A small group of 8 travelers 4. All travel once in Cuba is included 5. Private driver and comfortable vehicle 6. Lodging in privately owned homes and hotels 7. Meals in privately owned restaurants Dates & Prices: Feb 1, 2026 - Feb 11, 2026 Prices are estimated at around USD 5,000 per person. Airfare is not included. The fees are deposited in three increments, April 1st, July 15th, and November 1st. No refunds once the first deposit is paid unless a replacement person is found. If the trip organizer cancels the trip, they will initiate a full refund to all the registrants. There are some other terms and conditions that may apply. Nick will discuss them during the info sessions. The fee includes: All transportation once in Cuba in a private van and private driver All accommodations while in Cuba All Breakfasts Most lunches – some will be on your own Most dinners include a “Lechon” (a roasted pig.) Alcoholic drinks are included with the included meals (within reason) All tour, guide, location, and operations fees and tips (you are responsible for some tipping like housekeeping) All US-based assistance and support The fee does NOT include: A few lunches (3 – 4) A few dinners (4 – 5) Tips for housekeeping Tip for the driver at the end of the tour Airfare Required Insurance estimated around $200 - We will provide info for this CLICK HERE for ITINERARY Note this is a tour of up to 8 participants, not a photography workshop. As such, all forms of cameras are used including smartphone cameras. This tour gives access to locations that most tours do not. Registration Deadline: March 31, 2025.