This class offers opportunities to explore the community by visiting libraries, cafes, local events, and more in Anchorage. Participants will engage in conversations with peers, staff, and community members while trying new activities.
Lesko Discovery Center (650 W International Airport Rd, Anchorage) & Various Community Locations
Every Tuesday (excluding federal holidays), 1:00-4:00pm
Class Description: This class will give the group an opportunity to get out in the community and explore. The class will visit libraries, cafes, local events, gardens, Get Air, Color Me Mine, Golfing, The Dome, and more in the Anchorage area. The goals of this class is to converse with peers, staff, and community members, and to try new things.
Community engagement classes are held every Tuesday, excluding federal holidays, at a cost of $10 per class.
Use the coupon code CLASSBUNDLE to get a 10% discount when you register for four or more months of classes at a time.
Discovery Center Class Policies
- Our Community Engagement Center classes are only available for current recipients of Hope’s Discovery Center waivered services. If the participant is not a current recipient, they will need to contact our New Services team before they are eligible to sign up for classes.
- Each class requires a minimum number of participants. If enrollment is insufficient, we may cancel, reschedule, or modify the class.
- All class payments are generally nonrefundable. However, if a class is canceled due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances, payments will be credited toward future sessions or other classes. In cases of extenuating circumstances, participants may contact our team to discuss refund options.
- Class fees vary based on activities and materials but are averaged for consistency, with occasional adjustments to balance program costs.
- Please review the Lesko Discovery Center's Behavioral Expectations for All Group Service Recipients. Understanding and agreeing to these guidelines is essential for participation in our weekly classes and help ensure a safe and supportive environment for all participants.
- Please note that we have accounted for all federal holidays on which Hope's main campuses are closed. No classes will be held on these recognized holidays:
- January 1: New Year’s Day
- Third Monday in January: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Last Monday in May: Memorial Day
- July 4: Independence Day
- First Monday in September: Labor Day
- November 11: Veterans’ Day
- Fourth Thursday in November: Thanksgiving Day
- December 25: Christmas Day
