HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) - Holyoke Community College (HCC) has officially opened registration for its Spring 2025 noncredit courses, offering a wide variety of personal enrichment and professional development opportunities for learners of all ages and interests. How many people are expected to be traveling for Thanksgiving The spring catalog, launched by HCC’s Business & Community Services division, features affordable, short-term classes designed for personal growth and career advancement. Classes begin on Jan. 29, with single sessions starting at $39. Personal Enrichment Opportunities The college's personal enrichment classes aim to spark creativity and joy, with offerings that include: Piano lessons Dance classes Acrylic and watercolor painting Pen and ink drawing Sewing Voiceover coaching Conversational Spanish, French, and Polish Spanish for human service professionals Hat-making and home décor design Wine tasting Music technology Professional Development Opportunities For those looking to advance their careers, HCC offers classes and certification programs in: QuickBooks ServSafe food safety training K-12 continuing education Investment strategies Trusts and estate planning Certifications for medical interpreters, real estate salespeople, and notary publics Most classes take place at HCC’s Kittredge Center for Business and Workforce Development, located at 303 Homestead Avenue. Wine-tasting courses will be held at the HCC MGM Culinary Arts Institute at 164 Race Street in Holyoke. To explore the complete list of courses or to register, visit their website. HCC plans to expand its offerings with additional classes as the spring semester approaches. Whether you're pursuing a hobby, acquiring a new skill, or seeking professional growth, HCC’s Spring 2025 noncredit classes offer something for everyone. Local News Headlines Enfield police arrest suspect in stolen vehicle scheme Town reduces speed limit amid National Crash Responders Safety Week Greenfield looks to revive Northern Tier Rail line Heating aid approved to help residents in Hampden County WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.