Tax preparation class starting Beaufort classes begin Thursday, Sept. 9, at the HR Block office at 22A Robert Smalls Parkway (across from Blockbuster Video). Classes meet from 9 a.m. to noon or 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for 11 weeks Mondays and Thursdays ending Nov. 24. In Ridgeland, classes begin Tuesday, Sept.