WLRP Upcoming Classes
Details on upcoming classes can be found below. Please visit wlrp.org for more information.
NOTE: All learners must enrolled, or a household member of an enrolled, citizen of: Assonet Wampanoag; Aquinnah Wampanoag; Herring Pond Wampanoag; or Mashpee Wampanoag
Elders Lunch and Learn Class
What: This is a speaking class is for Wampanoag elders who are new or experienced speakers.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:00 AM -Noon
Beginning on October 7th, 2025.
Where: Meeting at: In-Person at MW Tribe Community and Govt Center 483 Great Neck Road Mashpee MA
Prerequisite: There is no prerequisite for this class.
Wôpanâak Introduction to Speaking
(on-island)
What: This is a class for those who are brand new to speaking or fairly new. This class teaches by using our Wôpanâak Language to talk about a variety of topics. This is a great way to learn for those who prefer speaking practice to workbook practice.
When: Thursday evenings 6-7:30PM
Oct 16th -Dec 11th, 2025
Where: Aquinnah Community Center Black Brook Rd, Aquinnah MA
Prerequisite:There is no prerequisite for this class. Limit 12 learners- first come, first served.
Sign up: wlrp.org website- class listing drop down will provide instructions
Wôpanâak Introduction to Speaking
(New Bedford)
What: This is a class for those who are brand new to speaking or fairly new. This class teaches by using our Wôpanâak Language to talk about a variety of topics. This is a great way to learn for those who prefer speaking practice to workbook practice.
When: Monday evenings 6:30-8:00PM
Oct 20th -Dec 8th, 2025
Where: Ricketson Nature Center 1911 Achusnet Ave New Bedford, MA (Brooklawn Park)
Prerequisite: There is no prerequisite for this class. Limit 12 learners- first come, first served.
Sign up: register: WLRP@wlrp.org under class listings
Wôpanâak Introduction to Speaking
(Mashpee)
What: This is a class for those who are brand new to speaking or fairly new. This class teaches by using our Wôpanâak Language to talk about a variety of topics. This is a great way to learn for those who prefer speaking practice to workbook practice.
When: 6:00-7:30PM
Friday evenings Oct 17th – Dec 12th, 2025 (excluding Halloween & Nov. 28,2025)
Where: WLRP Language Center 2C Center St Mashpee, MA
Prerequisite: There is no prerequisite for this class. Limit 12 learners- first come, first served.
Sign up: wlrp.org website- class listing drop down will provide instructions
Wôpanâak Speaking Level Two
(Herring Pond)
What: This is a class for those who have had the Introduction to Speaking class. This class teaches by using our Wôpanâak Language to talk about a variety of topics. This is a great way to learn for those who prefer speaking practice to workbook practice.
When: Monday evenings 6:00-7:00PM
Oct 20th -Dec 8th, 2025
Where: Herring Pond Tribal Council 128 Herring Pond Road Plymouth, MA
Prerequisite: Introduction to Speaking Level One. Limit 12 learners- first come, first served.
Sign up: wlrp.org website- class listing drop down will provide instruction
Wôpanâak Speaking Level Two
(On-Island)
What: This is a class for those who have had the Introduction to Speaking class. This class teaches by using our Wôpanâak Language to talk about a variety of topics. This is a great way to learn for those who prefer speaking practice to workbook practice.
When: Thursday evenings 7:30-9:00PM Oct 16th – Dec 11th, 2025 (No class on Halloween)
Where: Aquinnah Community Center Black Brook Rd, Aquinnah MA
Prerequisite: Introduction to Speaking Level One. Limit 12 learners- first come, first served.
Sign up: wlrp.org website- class listing drop down will provide instructions
