Program #, Title, Days, Time, Week, Amount:
083107 One Stroke Painting M 6:30-8:30 8 $42.00
Join us for beginners One Stroke Class with a Certified hands-on instructor. Your choice
of surface (paper mache boxes, poster board, canvas, canvas panels, and wood items).
Supplies can be obtained at Crafts & Stuff, Jo Ann Fabrics, Rag Shop, Michaels, or the
Internet, etc. Surface should be base coated prior to class.
See attached supply list.
Please Note: There will be NO classes on May 26 due to Memorial Day.
083201 Calligraphy Tu 6:30-8:30 8 $42.00
Anyone who can write can learn to letter. No unusual talent is required. Students who follow
instructions and practice regularly can be assured of satisfactory progress. This course
includes a working knowledge and application of a basic alphabet (Cursive) and the
necessary tools. It is practical introduction to versatile lettering and poster art. Topics to be
covered include lettering, inspiration and new ideas.There always was and always will be a
need for well-designed hand lettering.
Materials list attached.
083202 Crochet Basics Tu 6:00-7:30 8 $34.00
Do you envy the ladies that wear beautiful crocheted garments and wish you could even
make the first stitch? Here's your chance to learn all the basics of crochet. This exciting
course will teach you everything you need to know to get started. You will learn the 8 basic
stitches, how to read crochet patterns; both American and International and how to make
increases and decreases. You will create small projects for instant success. All your
crochet questions will get answered while you HAVE FUN LEARNING A RELAXING SKILL.
083203 Crochet-Intermediate Tu 7:30-9:00 4 $22.00
This class comes with a prerequisite. You must have taken the CROCHET BASICS CLASS
before you can take this class even if you know how to crochet. Learn to make the
enchanting pineapple patterns in various formats. You will learn to create pineapples in the
round, alternating and aligned. You will learn to increase and decrease the patterns. If you
want a crochet challenge, this is it. This course was taught at the National Crochet Guild of
America Convention this summer in Manchester, NH with overwhelming success. Now it is
here in Palm Beach County just for you.
083204 Internet I: Advanced Concepts Tu 6:00-9:00 8 $58.00
This course is for individuals who have completed the Computer and Internet Basics class
or for individuals who have basic keyboard and mouse skills and have some familiarity with
basic internet skills. This course reviews the basic browser, e-mail and search engine
functions learned in the Computer and Internet Basics course and covers advanced
features such as Internet stored bookmarks, e-mail folders and address books, capturing
and sending pictures, complex and metasearches, basic web page development and more.
Students enrolling MUST have good keyboard and mouse control skills and should be
083205 Introduction to Computers Tu 6:00-9:00 8 $79.00
The Introduction to Computers program familiarizes the student with computer hardware
(equipment), applications software (programs) and the basic windows systems. Students
who successfully complete this program of study will be able to assimilate fundamental
knowledge about computer hardware and its set-up and software programs, word processing
and spreadsheets. In addition, basic Windows 95/98 skills, applications and disk file
concepts will be discussed.
BOOK REQUIRED - will be received the first night of class.
083206 Macrame Tu 7:30-9:00 4 $22.00
Learn this ancient art of knotting and tying knots. Sailors, boaters, yachtsmen and
cattlemen have use macrame for centuries. Macrame was one of the first forms of jewelry
making.
In this class we will learn the art of tying the 5 basic knots; create small "make-it-take-it"
projects. Macrame was very popular in the 1960's, 70's and 80's. Macrame is experiencing a
wonderful resurgence. Be one of the first in your community to experience this ancient
craft.
Supplies: Macrame board, "T" pins, #36 cord, scissors strong enough to cut cord. Adiitional
supplies will be added as class progresses.
083207 One Stroke Painting Tu 6:30-8:30 8 $42.00
Join us for beginners One Stroke Class with a Certified hands-on instructor. Your choice
of surface (paper mache boxes, poster board, canvas, canvas panels, wood items).
Supplies can be obtained at Crafts & Stuff, Jo Ann Fabrics, Rag Shop, Michaels, or the
Internet, etc. Surface should be base coated prior to class.
See attached supply list.
083208 Sahaja Yoga Meditation Tu 7:00-8:00 8 $10.00
"Within us lies the peace, the beauty and the glory of our being." Sahaja Yoga meditation
helps us to find inner peace and satisfaction for a balanced and joyous life. It assists us
with stress management and promotes good health. This 8 week course provides an
opportunity to relax, quiet the mind, and awaken the primordial energy.
083209 Shotokan Karate (Tu & Thu) Tu & Th 6:00-7:30 8 $58.00
Traditional Shotokan (Japanese) Karate: Students will learn the basic techniques, strikes,
kicks, self defense applications, as well as sparring and kata (formal floor exercise). Initial
rank may be earned at the end of the session by exam. All rank is internationally certified.
083210 Spanish Level I Tu 7:00-9:00 8 $61.00
The Conversational Spanish (Beginning) class is designed for individuals who need practical
"survival Spanish" skills necessary for business or travel. Emphasis is on conversation
while pronunciation, basic grammar, vocabulary and introduction to verb usage (present
tense) will be included in the course content.
BOOK REQUIRED: Spanish is Fun, Book I - Third Edition - will be handed out the first night
of class.
083211 Step Aerobics (Tu & Th) Tu & Th 6:00-7:00 8 $42.00
Step Aerobics provides a high intensity cardiovascular workout when performed properly.
Step Aerobics is almost injury free.
Body Sculpturing is a series of fat burning exercises which will tone & firm most of your
major muscle groups.
Together this class gives a total workout for men and women of all ages. Students should
be in good health prior to enrolling in this program.
083212 Step Aerobics (Tu & Th) Tu & Th 7:00-8:00 8 $42.00
Step Aerobics provides a high intensity cardiovascular workout when performed properly.
Step Aerobics is almost injury free.
Body Sculpturing is a series of fat burning exercises which will tone & firm most of your
major muscle groups.
Together this class gives a total workout for men and women of all ages. Students should
be in good health prior to enrolling in this program.
083213 Weight Training for Women (Tu & Th) T & Th 5:30-7:00 10 $70.00
This course is taught by a certified personal fitness trainer who will teach you the basic
principles of weight training. Come learn about reps, sets, intensity, and why diet and
aerobics are not enough. This is not your ordinary exercise class.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED: 1 set each 3, 5 and 8 pound hand held dumbbells and a towel.
083214 Weight Training for Women (Tu & Th) T & Th 7:00-8:30 10 $70.00
This course is taught by a certified personal fitness trainer who will teach you the basic
principles of weight training. Come learn about reps, sets, intensity, and why diet and
aerobics are not enough. This is not your ordinary exercise class.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED: 1 set each 3, 5 and 8 pound hand held dumbbells and a towel.
083215 Yoga T 6:30-7:30 8 $34.00
The Hatha Yoga program includes body movements, postures, breathing exercises and
relaxation techniques. All exercises are done slowly, without strain, so all ages and body
types may participate. With commitment to this program, students should experience
greater flexibility in their joints and muscles, and a feeling of well being with increased
vitality and blood circulation, which in turn stimulates vital organs and glands. A meditation
period will follow the exercise program and is designed to teach the students how to relax
while utilizing proper breathing techniques. The meditation techniques may assist in
reducing some of the stress one experiences in today's society. NOTE: Each student will
083216 Yoga Tu 7:30-8:30 8 $34.00
The Hatha Yoga program includes body movements, postures, breathing exercises and
relaxation techniques. All exercises are done slowly, without strain, so all ages and body
types may participate. With commitment to this program, students should experience
greater flexibility in their joints and muscles, and a feeling of well being with increased
vitality and blood circulation, which in turn stimulates vital organs and glands. A meditation
period will follow the exercise program and is designed to teach the students how to relax
while utilizing proper breathing techniques. The meditation techniques may assist in
reducing some of the stress one experiences in today's society. NOTE: Each student will
083301 Accounting W 6:30-8:30 8 $42.00
This course is designed for non-financial managers and will include the following; Profit &
Loss statements, income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, budgets and
cost & expense analysis.
A book is required for this course. "The Accounting Cycle:
A Primer for Nonfinancial Managers" is available for purchase at Books-A-Million. ISBN
156052667. (Cost $13.95 + tax)
083302 French-Beginners W 6:30-8:30 8 $62.00
The French class is designed for individuals who need practical "Survival French" skills
necessary for business or travel. Emphasis is on conversation, while pronunciation, basic
grammar rules, vocabulary and irregular (but common) verbs will be included. Various
exercises are utilized throughout the course content.
BOOK REQUIRED: French A Self-Teaching Guide. Provided on the first night of class.
083303 Guitar (Beg. Children 6-17 years old) W 4:45-5:45 8 $34.00
This class is similar to the beginning class for adults but is structured for children 6-12 yrs
old. Students will learn the basic fundamentals of playing the guitar. This course is
designed for a student with either no knowledge or limited knowledge of playing the guitar.
Classes will begin with learning basic chords and strumming patterns to gaining an
understanding of the instrument, including music theory and an understanding of how to
play various songs on the guitar. Each student is expected to bring a guitar to class.
Please note that no amplifiers will be used if an electric guitar is brought to class. Student
is responsible for basic supplies such as strings, picks, etc. An instructional CD for $35 is
optional for purchase.
083304 Guitar (Adult Basic 1) W 5:50-6:50 8 $34.00
Students will learn the basic fundamentals of playing the guitar. This course is designed for
a student with either no knowledge or limited knowledge of playing the guitar. Classes will
begin with learning basic chords and strumming patterns to gaining an understanding of the
instrument, including music theory and an understanding of how to play various songs on
the guitar. Each student is expected to bring a guitar to class. Please note that no
amplifiers will be used if an electric guitar is brought to class. (Please arrange with teacher
for additional recommended course materials.)
083305 Guitar II (Adults) W 6:55-7:55 8 $34.00
(Intermediate Beginners) This lesson plan assumes that you have had some training in the
basic techniques, chord positions and strumming patterns. Those students who have had
some training and knowledge of playing the guitar but still consider themselves as beginning
guitar players are encouraged to take this class. The course will further examine basic
techniques, music theory and fundamentals of guitar. Students will learn finger-picking and
flat-picking styles from country to blues forms of music. Each student is expected to bring
a guitar to class. Please note that no amplifiers will be used if an electric guitar is brought
to class. (Please arrange with teacher for additional recommended course materials.)
083306 Painting - Oil & Acrylics W 6:00-9:00 8 $58.00
"We do not believe that painting is a language, nor do we try to say things, but we do try to
fix upon the canvas the joy of vision." Learn to express, to show not to write. Learn not to
illustrate a thought or write a catalogue, but to produce joy through the use of our eyes
onto a canvas. See attached materials list.
083307 Playing bluegrass/acoustic music with W 8:00-9:00 8 $34.00
This new class will focus on playing acoustic instrumentals in groups. The instructor will
demonstrate how to perform with other musicians with an emphasis toward playing
bluegrass and blues. The instructor wil utilize a guitar, bango and mandolin in explaining
music theory, back-up, rhythm, and lead techniques. Students will learn how to play in
various keys. Students will be divided in small groups depending on their experience.
Students with the following instruments are encouraged to register for this class: guitar,
banjo, mandolin, fiddle/violin, and acoustic bass. Each student should have some basic
understanding of chord structure for their particular instrument. Skill level: Beginner II to
intermediate student. Student is responsible for basic supplies, such as strings, picks, etc.
083308 PowerPoint W 6:00-9:00 8 $79.00
Learn how to use PowerPoint, which is a presentation software that is part of the Microsoft
office suite of programs. Learn how to create presentations, add clip art to presentations,
create animation within slides, set up automated slide transitions and timings, package
presentations for delivery to third parties, create presentation handouts and more. This
course is for individuals who are experienced users but who are new to PowerPoint.
083309 Spanish Level II W 6:00-8:00 8 $61.00
The Conversational Spanish class (Intermediate) is a continuation of the beginning class. It
is recommended as a refresher for those who have familiarity with the most basic
concepts of Spanish. BOOK REQUIRED: Spanish Is Fun, Book I, Third Edition.
083310 Tai Chi W 6:00-7:00 8 $34.00
Tai Chi is a form of mind/body fitness and is sometimes called
"meditation in motion". Tai Chi is actually an ancient, internal martial art that focuses on
smooth, slow movements that cultivates inward focus and free energy flow. The Tai Chi
movements help relieve pain, stiffness and stress and so improves flexibility, balance and
coordination. It is also practiced for inner calm and peace, better focus, and increased
083311 Tai Chi W 7:00-8:00 8 $34.00
Tai Chi is a form of mind/body fitness and is sometimes called
"meditation in motion". Tai Chi is actually an ancient, internal martial art that focuses on
smooth, slow movements that cultivates inward focus and free energy flow. The Tai Chi
movements help relieve pain, stiffness and stress and so improves flexibility, balance and
coordination. It is also practiced for inner calm and peace, better focus, and increased
083312 Windows XP W 6:00-9:00 8 $79.00
A basic overview of the operating system, customizing the desktop, using the help
function, troubleshooting, managing files and folders, connecting to a network, browsing the
internet, e-mail overview, securing files, creating shortcuts, disk maintenance and working
with hardware and software.
Book required, will be provided on the first night of class.
083313 Yoga W 7:00-8:00 6 $28.00
The Hatha Yoga program includes body movements, postures, breathing exercises and
relaxation techniques. All exercises are done slowly, without strain, so all ages and body
types may participate. With commitment to this program, students should experience
greater flexibility in their joints and muscles, and a feeling of well being with increased
vitality and blood circulation, which in turn stimulates vital organs and glands. A meditation
period will follow the exercise program and is designed to teach the students how to relax
while utilizing proper breathing techniques. The meditation techniques may assist in
reducing some of the stress one experiences in today's society. NOTE: Each student will
083401 Office XP Th 6:00-9:00 8 $79.00
Office XP Brief Course: An introduction to Microsoft Office XP. Approximately two weeks
of Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint. Topics to include an overview of creating letters,
memos, worksheets, a simple database and powerpoint presentation. Book required, will be
provided on the first night of class.
083402 Painting - Watercolors Th 6:00-9:00 8 $58.00
Beginning to Advanced is based on the individual needs and at their own level of
experience. Class will learn in depth color theory with fun exercises and work together with
a step-by-step demonstration and notes with every class. Subjects will be from still life to
marine. Sky studies and landscapes as well as genre. Learn different textures that are fun
too.
083403 Piano Keyboarding (Beg. Child 5-12) Th 5:30-6:30 8 $34.00
This class is aimed at children who have never played piano or who have played very little.
This class will include a basic introduction to piano/keyboard. Emphasis will be on learning
note reading, chords, scales, time/key signatures, rhythm and more.
Materials needed: Adult finger keyboard (no "tiny" keys).
A beginners manual that can be purchased through the teacher for $15.
083404 Piano Keyboarding (Adult-Beg.) Th 6:45-7:45 8 $34.00
This class is aimed at adults who have never played piano or who have played very little.
This class will include the basic introduction to piano/keyboard. With emphasis on learning
note reading, chords, scales, time/key signatures, rhythm and more.
Materials needed: Adult finger keyboard (no "tiny" keys).
A beginners manual that can be purchased through the teacher for $15.
083405 Piano Keyboarding (Adult-Beg. II) Th 8:00-9:00 8 $34.00
This class is aimed at adults who have been through beginning keyboard or those who know
the names of the written music notes and names of keys on the piano. Class will review
everything from Beginning keyboard but will be more detailed and at a faster pace including
note reading, scales, chording/inversions, rhythms, time/key signatures, transposing duets,
and more.
MATERIALS NEEDED: Adult finger keyboard (no "tiny" keys). Earphones are optional.
083406 Russian-Beginners Th 7:00-9:00 8 $42.00
The basic Russian class allows beginning students to master critical language skills such as
reading, writing and speaking. This class offers a practical method to learn a foreign
language using dialogue and vocabulary where grammar basics are taught through phrases
and sentences.
083407 Spanish Level I Th 6:00-8:00 8 $61.00
The Conversational Spanish (Beginning) class is designed for individuals who need practical
"survival Spanish" skills necessary for business or travel. Emphasis is on conversation
while pronunciation, basic grammar, vocabulary and introduction to verb usage (present
tense) will be included in the course content.
BOOK REQUIRED: Spanish is Fun, Book I - Third Edition - will be handed out the first night
of class.
083408 Woodshop II & Woodturning Th 6:00-9:00 8 $68.00
The Woodshop II course is a continuation of Woodshop I. Students will select an
APPROPRIATE personal project(s) for practical applications. Students will learn how to
safely use the wood lathe, sharpen lathe tools, and the proper techniques in turning wood
projects, such as bowls, pens, and candle stick holders and much, much more.
Students must provide their own materials for projects.
083601 Tennis-Adult Beginners Sat 3:00-4:00 8 $34.00
The Tennis Adult (Beginning) course will cover the basic fundamental skills such as
equipment selection, use of proper grips, forehand and backhand ground strokes, along with
volleys, lobs and serves. In addition this course will cover basic doubles positioning,
scoring, court rules and court etiquette. The instructor is certified with the United States
Professional Tennis Association (USPTA).
NOTE: Each student MUST have a racquet and a NEW can of tennis balls.
There will be NO class May 31st.
083602 Tennis-Adult Intermediate Sat 4:00-5:00 8 $34.00
We will be covering appropriate aspects of tennis tailored to the level of the students in
each specific class. This will include scoring, tennis etiquette, strategy, proper grips,
strokes and footwork. Emphasis will be on students physically on the court playing tennis.
Expect to have a productive and enjoyable time. The instructor is certified with the United
States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA).
NOTE: Each student MUST have a racquet and a NEW can of tennis balls.
There will be NO class May 31st.
083701 Tennis-Adult Beginners Sun 3:00-4:00 8 $34.00
The Tennis Adult (Beginning) course will cover the basic fundamental skills such as
equipment selection, use of proper grips, forehand and backhand ground strokes, along with
volleys, lobs and serves. In addition this course will cover basic doubles positioning,
scoring, court rules and court etiquette. The instructor is certified with the United States
Professional Tennis Association (USPTA).
NOTE: Each student MUST have a racquet and a NEW can of tennis balls.
THERE WILL BE NO CLASS JUNE 1ST.
083702 Tennis-Adult Advanced Sun 4:00-5:00 8 $34.00
We will be covering appropriate aspects of tennis tailored to the level on the students in
each specific class. This will include scoring, tennis etiquette, strategy, proper grips,
strokes and footwork. Emphasis will be on students physically on the court, playing tennis.
Expect to have a productive and enjoyable time. The instructor is certified with the United
States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA).
NOTE: Each student MUST have a raquet and a NEW can of tennis balls.
THERE WILL BE NO CLASS JUNE 1ST.
Palm Beach Community Educator
