Cocktails, zombies, gluten in mix of upcoming classes

Chattery classes encompass a wide range of topics, from practical wisdom to whimsy.

The Chattery, a Chattanooga nonprofit that specializes in quick-hit learning, has scheduled a new round of classes, including one that gives an overview of the organization’s offerings.

Speed Learning With the Chattery, set for 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5, could be considered a sampler of what’s available.

“Think speed dating, but less pressure,” says Jennifer Holder, co-founder and operations headmaster of The Chattery. “Participants will be able to go to each table and learn something new. We’ll have improv, fermentation, cooking skills and more.

“We’ve done the event twice now,” she says, “and it is a really fun way for people to understand what The Chattery is about and benefit from some free learning.”

Chattery classes encompass a wide range of topics, from practical wisdom to whimsy. On the horizon, for example, are classes that teach the basics of financial security and digital networking skills, along with others that focus on tarot cards and a justin-case survival guide to a zombie apocalypse.

Chattery officials say they welcome suggestions for class topics, either from those who want to try out a particular class or those who want to teach one.

The Speed Learning sampler is free. Prices vary for other courses. More information can be found at www.thechattery.org.

CHATTERY SCHEDULE

Prices vary. Find out more at www.thechattery.org. ›

Tuesday, Oct. 11: Digital Networking: Twitter Edition, 6-7:30 p.m. Edney Building. › Wednesday, Oct. 12:

Beginners Meditation, 6-7:30 p.m., Chattanooga WorkSpace ›

Saturday, Oct. 15-16: How To Hear Yourself: A One- or Two-Day Writer’s Retreat, Proprioceptive Writing Center, Southeast ›

Tuesday, Oct. 18: Digital Networking: Using Facebook for Business, 6-7:30 p.m., Edney Building › Thursday, Oct. 20: Gluten-Free Living: Things You Miss, 6-7:30 p.m., Dish T’Pass › Saturday, Oct. 22: Introduction

to Tarot, 1-2 p.m., Chattanooga WorkSpace ›

Tuesday, Oct. 25: Digital Networking: Using Instagram for Business, 6-7:30 p.m., Edney Building ›

Wednesday, Oct. 26: How To Survive the Zombie Apocalypse, 6-7 p.m., Edney Building ›

Thursday, Oct. 27: Cinematics: “Speaking in Tongues” film screening, 6-8:30 p.m., Edney Building ›

Tuesday, Nov. 1: Digital Networking: Using Snapchat for Business, 6-7:30 p.m., Edney Building ›

Tuesday, Nov. 8: Facing Your Finances: Take a (Financial) Selfie, 6-7:30 p.m., Edney Building ›

Tuesday, Nov. 15: Facing Your Finances: Understanding Insurance, 6-7:30 p.m., Edney Building

Meanwhile …

Chattery co-founder Shawanda Mason, creator of the lifestyle blog Eat.Drink.Frolic., has launched a new workshop and event series, beginning with a hands-on cocktail workshop at 6:30 p.m. today, Sept. 29, at Dish T’ Pass, 302 W. Sixth St. “I want to show fellow cocktail enthusiasts you don’t have to feel intimidated by the thought of making delicious cocktails,” says Mason. “In this workshop, we’ll make and drink three well-known cocktails that can easily be re-created at home.” Local illustrator Nicole Song, founder of The Vignette Co., is custom-making take-home recipe cards for the class. Cost is $45. For a ticket link, go to www.eatdrinkfrolic.com/easy-cocktails.