Hi Alison,
I hear you! We're planning to have another python workshop in late January or early February. I'll post an announcement to this list once we finalize the date. In the meantime, please consider joining us at the PhillyPUG meeting on January 10:
http://www.meetup.com/phillypug/events/43988742. The first talk of the night is meant for beginners, and you'll get a chance to meet several of the workshop instructors. Please email me if you have questions.
Best,
Dana