Pride Month 2026 at CCAE

Join Cambridge Center for Adult Education in celebrating Pride Month this June with this selection of special events and classes!

Pride Month Meet & Mingle Chocolate Tasting *In-Person* *NEW*
Friday | Jun. 5 | 6 - 8 pm | $40.00
Instructor: Victoria Kichuk
Celebrate Pride Month at CCAE with an evening of chocolate tasting and connection! Our popular Meet and Mingle series returns this June with a special edition welcoming LGBTQIA+ students. Studies show that people are able to create bonds more easily when engaging in a shared experience and learning new things. Learn about chocolate, from cacao bean to craft chocolate bar, while savoring the flavors of guided tastings. Guests will be seated and switching tables each tasting round for circulation. Folks who feel a connection will be able to exchange information before the conclusion of the event. Everyone will leave with a deeper appreciation for chocolate, a few new connections, and a sweet treat to take home!

Sip with Pride: Exploring LGBTQIA+ Wines & Beers *In-Person* *NEW*
Wednesday | Jun. 10 | 6 - 8 pm | $100.00
Instructor: Jacob Lavoie
This Pride Month, explore a wide range of wines and beers crafted by LGBTQIA+ makers from around the world. Guided by the instructor, students will practice foundational tasting techniques, discuss flavors and aromas, and learn about the people and stories behind each beverage. Celebrate both craftsmanship and community in this hands-on, welcoming class.

Allyship with Trans People *In-Person* *NEW*
Thursday | Jun. 25 | 6 - 8 pm | $45.00
Instructor: Quinn Gutman
Whether you know someone who is transgender and want to be a better ally to them, or you heard about trans people on the news and want to know what's going on, this class is for you. We will discuss gender, practice viewing people in an objective way, proper etiquette when interacting with a trans person, using the right pronouns, and combating transphobia.

Open Studio for Life Drawing: Drag Extravaganza! *In-Person* *NEW*
Saturday | Jun. 27 | 10 am - 1 pm | $30.00
Join us for a special open figure drawing session where our model is none other than Boston's own drag superstar Tyler Kitten! This is a unique Saturday three-hour open drawing session that will bring together art and performance in our studios at 56 Brattle Street. Bring whatever medium you wish to use and a love of creative community. Poses will range from short form up to twenty minutes in length.

Quilt a Pride Flag *In-Person* *NEW*
Sunday | Jun. 28 | 12 - 3 pm | $105.00
Instructor: Nora Sears
Learn to quilt a pride flag that can be used year after year or displayed all year long! We will learn the basic quilting techniques while a progressive pride flag including sewing the pieces together, layering the quilt with a back, quilting and binding the edges. We will create a quilt hanging that is approximately 25 x 35 inches and will learn skills that can be used to create any quilted flag you choose. Students must have access to a sewing machine to bring to class and must have the ability to sew in a straight line. No prior quilting experience is required. All materials for this workshop will be provided.

At CCAE, we strive to create a welcoming environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and valued. We celebrate diversity and value the unique perspectives that each person brings. Our commitment to inclusion is at the heart of who we are and how we work.