Week of Events
Monday, November 9, 2026
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Featured November 9, 2026 -Featured Latte Art Basics
Latte Art Basics
Whether you’re just getting started as a barista, have an espresso machine at home, or simply want to learn latte art technique for fun, this hands-on class is a great introduction to basic latte art. You’ll get direct instruction and practice using commercial or home espresso equipment to get one step better in pouring latte art - whether that's starting with a simple heart, or improving technique for more consistent milk texture for your more advanced pours. No previous experience required. Maximum Class Size: 6 students Instructor: Joel Ballard, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
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Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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Thursday, November 12, 2026
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Friday, November 13, 2026
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November 13, 2026 -Opening a Coffee Business: A Crash Course for Aspiring Owners
Opening a Coffee Business: A Crash Course for Aspiring Owners
Thinking about starting a coffee shop, cart, or roasting business? Join us for Opening a Coffee Business: A Crash Course for Aspiring Owners, a 3-hour workshop designed for future coffee entrepreneurs. Led by Opo founder Jonathan Pascual, we’ll walk through startup costs, business models, licensing, staffing, and the real-world challenges of running a coffee business. You’ll leave with practical insights, a workbook, and a one-page business plan template to help move your idea forward. Jonathan has directly opened and operated several specialty coffee businesses over the course of his career, and has consulted on dozens of successful coffee business projects locally and globally. His experience spans concepts from mobile carts to retail cafes, roasteries to coffee training centers. He is an experienced business coach and Authorized Specialty Coffee Association Trainer. This small-group class is limited to 7 participants to encourage discussion and personal interaction. Attendees will also receive a credit toward Opo’s consulting services if they decide to pursue one-on-one guidance. Whether you're still dreaming or ready to take the next step, this class will give you the tools — and honest perspective — you need. Parking validation included in class fee. Add on the Barista Skills Crash Course for […]
Saturday, November 14, 2026
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November 14, 2026 -Taste Like a Pro
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Featured November 14, 2026 -Featured Latte Art Basics
Taste Like a Pro
Taste Like a Pro! Have you ever wondered how baristas are able to rattle off incredibly specific descriptors for your coffee? Or how those flavor notes ended up on your bag of coffee? Well, if so, this class is for you! In this session we will discuss the basics of sensory analysis, how to taste like a coffee professional, and how to describe what you experience. We will also get a chance to participate in a coffee cupping, which is the process that coffee pros use to analyze a coffee. Come ready to drink lots of coffee! Each ticket includes a FREE bag of Opo Upside beans! Maximum Class Size: 8 students Instructor: Joel Ballard, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer
Latte Art Basics
Whether you’re just getting started as a barista, have an espresso machine at home, or simply want to learn latte art technique for fun, this hands-on class is a great introduction to basic latte art. You’ll get direct instruction and practice using commercial or home espresso equipment to get one step better in pouring latte art - whether that's starting with a simple heart, or improving technique for more consistent milk texture for your more advanced pours. No previous experience required. Maximum Class Size: 6 students Instructor: Joel Ballard, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer
Sunday, November 15, 2026
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November 15, 2026 -Hand Brew At Home
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Featured November 15, 2026 -Featured Latte Art Basics
Hand Brew At Home
Having a hard time with hand brews? Want to learn how to make consistently delicious pourovers? This class will walk you through the process of "dialing-in" your coffees on various hand brewing devices. Choose between Hario V60s, Kalita Wave, Aeropress, Clever Drippers, and more as we brew up better flavors! Students will receive a 15% discount on coffee and merchandise the day of class! Maximum Class Size: 6 students Instructor: Joel Ballard, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer
Latte Art Basics
Whether you’re just getting started as a barista, have an espresso machine at home, or simply want to learn latte art technique for fun, this hands-on class is a great introduction to basic latte art. You’ll get direct instruction and practice using commercial or home espresso equipment to get one step better in pouring latte art - whether that's starting with a simple heart, or improving technique for more consistent milk texture for your more advanced pours. No previous experience required. Maximum Class Size: 6 students Instructor: Joel Ballard, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer
