Experiential Learning & Classes

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Build & Brew Café offers a variety of classes featuring an experiental learning component where community learners can make and sell food, 3d printed merchandise and artisinal crafts to the public. Our classes are set up to be inclusive and accessible to individuals who come from all backgrounds and with different skill levels and abilities to ensure that we are meeting the needs of all of our local community members.

We also work with state agencies (such as the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities/Medicaid) so that people who have a "DDD budget" are able to utilize that funding to purchase classes at our site.  When students are not in class, they can participate in social activities at our café and gaming lounge. Our goal is to accommodate people of all abilities and skill levels. We have the resources to modify assignments and utilize teaching assistants to run smaller groups with simpler tasks when needed. We will work with all members to be sure that they are set up for success.

Pricing

Classes are typically sold in blocks of 6 for $480 or individually for $80.

Classes will include:

    • Web Design

    • Graphic Design

    • Coding

    • 3-D Printing, Laser Cutting & Engraving, T-Shirt Printing

    • Basic Computer Skills

    • Microsoft Office

    • STEM

    • Button Making

    • Jewelry Making

    • Mosaics

    • Scenic Design

    • Sculpting and Pottery

    • Painting

    • General Crafting

    • Other additional art classes to be announced

    • Improvisation

    • Producing short films

    • Film Editing

    • Acting Classes

    • Short skits and scenes

    • Nutrition

    • Meal budgeting

    • Meal planning and preparation

    • Baking

    • Cake decorating

    • Budgeting

    • Money Management

    • Interpersonal Communication & Social Skills Training

    • Employment Exploration

    • Interview Skills Training

    • Time Management Skills Training

    • Unleash your inner musician while having fun and making new friends

    • Explore the fundamentals of music

    • Dive into the world of melody and rhythm

    • Learn to play Boomwhackers, Ukulele, Guitar, Piano, Sing, and more

    • Participate in Drum Circles & Karaoke

    • Learn about a career in music while hearing from professional musicians

    • Groups are facilitated by a Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC)