ART

Beginning Watercolor with the “Watercolor Gourmet”- Take the challenge out of watercolors by learning basic techniques

coupled with basic pantry items to create beautiful paintings. The Watercolor Gourmet will use her 35+ years of art teaching experience to show you the who, what, when, where and why of this fun medium.

COMPUTERS

MS Excel (Beginner/Intermediate)- This course starts with basic skills such as data entry, cell formatting and formulas. You will then tackle advanced features such as charting, financial functions, the IF function, macros, Lookup, Pivot Tables and integration with Microsoft Word and the web. Self-contained projects that depict real-world business tasks help students apply and retain knowledge.

MS Excel Advanced- This course is a continuation of Beginner/Intermediate.

MS Word Beginner- You will learn how to use fonts, paragraphing and page formatting, how to do reports, resumes and how to work with tables.

MS Word Intermediate-You will learn how to use clip-art, e-mail documents, address envelopes, create outlines, styles, templates and web pages.

Power Point- Learn the basics of the Microsoft PowerPoint software program and some more advanced skills.

Video Editing for DVD- Computer novices are encouraged to take this course.

Produce your own movie. Learn how to: a) Capture video, photographs, and sounds. b) Edit your project including - titles, scenes, adding music and sounds, scene transitions, modifying video and sound with special effect tools, etc. c) Finalizing your movie.

CRAFTS/HOBBIES

Cake Decorating- Beginning Cake Decorating will let the fun begin! If you’ve never decorated a cake before,you’re in for a treat. Did you know you can decorate with just about any color in the rainbow? Roxanne Birney will show you how. Fill the icing bag, attach a tip and get ready to make amazing decorations.

Culinary Arts- Chef Gary Swaye will educate, demonstrate and supervise your kitchen experiences as it regards to everyday cooking methods & procedures. Exploration of all cooking & baking ideas can be addressed, based upon the specific desires of the attendees.

The objective is for you to have fun in the kitchen while learning to prepare nutritious and very tasty surprises that can easily be prepared for others at home.

Fruit & Vegetable Carving -A hands on class that will teach you how to different flowers, baskets & bowls from various fruits and vegetables.

Seashell Picture Frames- Supply list given at registration. Decorate your picture frame.

Sculpting with Wet Clay- In sculpting class we will start right away using a photo the teacher will bring or personal pictures. We all work at own pace – let the piece dry, then fire and then finish. The teacher has all the paints for finishing. The clay is purchased from the teacher for $25 and a supply list is given at registration.

Stained Glass- The class will include: Explanation of glass; Explanation of glass cutting tools and a list of supplies that will be needed; the first project will be four piece butterflies. This project will include glass and pattern brought by the instructor as well as the tools that will be supplied for the first class only; Instruction for the remaining classes will include the standard procedure for cutting and creating a stained glass project. This includes: cutting glass to fit the pattern; copper foiling each piece of glass, soldering the pieces together; and cleaning and polishing the finished project.

Scrapbooking - This is a scrapbooking class for every level of scrapbooker or paper crafter from beginner to novice. We will be learning a variety of paper crafting techniques while we create beautiful scrapbook pages and/or handmade cards. Supply list will be determined the first night of class and may vary depending on the desires of the class.

DANCE

Ballroom Line Dancing-similar to country line dancing with simplified ballroom steps and ballroom music; no partner is required.

Ballroom Dancing-Beginning-Foxtrot, Rumba, Waltz, Swing, Cha Cha and Tango. At the end of this class you will be able to dance basic steps and get around the floor. Intermediate-This class is for dancers with experience of basic steps. Learn styling & dance patterns for the Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba, Cha Cha, Merengue, Swing and Mambo.**ballroom beginner prerequisite mandatory**

Belly Dancing- This class provides a solid foundation in belly dance movements.

Breakdancing - Learn the fundamentals of break dancing which will cover basic and more advanced moves ranging from footwork, freezes and toprock to windmills and other powermoves. Class will include techniques for stretching and strengthening.

Flamenco Dancing - The class will include technique of body posture, arm, hands and footwork. The students will learn Sevillanas, most popular Southern Spain folk dance. Castanets will also be introduced, as well as Southern Spain culture description and steps vocabulary for better comprehension of the art of dance. The course is designed for enjoyment, exercise and overall mind and body benefits.

Latin Dance- Students will learn current club style dances (Country Folklore) such as the Salsa, Merengue & Bachata. Dancers of all levels are welcome. Special attention is given to beginners.

FITNESS/SPORTS

Cardio Kickboxing- is an exhilarating non-impact cardio class incorporating kicks & punches. This class is designed to improve muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, agility, balance and hand/eye coordination. (Resistance bands and hand wraps are included with class).
Golf- Course covers fundamentals of full swing, short game, rules and etiquette. Students may bring their own clubs or borrow clubs from the teaching center. $6.00 materials charge each class.
QiGong Meditation and Ch’ang Style Taiji-Learn and practice focused meditation and the gentle martial art Tai Chi. Class runs 1 ½ hours. Start with a seated mediation, then proceed to the basic Ch’ang style Tai Chi short form. To complete the class, the full form will be practiced.

Tennis -2.0-2.5, 3.0- 3.5 Singles League and 3.0-3.5 Doubles Leagues are offered. At registration teacher will determine level of play.
Total Body Toning-A unique & highly effective combination of floor exercises utilizing resistance with bands or hand weights, targeting all our problem areas & major muscle groups, to tone and lose weight. With your commitment, guarantees positive results!! Be prepared with a mat, water, & if possible, a resistance band or hand weights. Instructor will order you a band if desired

Yoga -Yoga is a practice that stretches the body and expands the mind. The class is open to all adults regardless of age or physical conditions. You will go at your own pace, according to your ability.

LANGUAGES

Conversational French I- This is a French welcome for you to experience and learn a new language. You can spend several evenings learning new vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, different verb tenses, and how to incorporate them in a daily conversation. Come and challenge yourself to learn to speak another language and learn about a different culture. This is a terrific opportunity for anyone to take a refresher class in French.

Conversational French II- Intermediate French class.

Italian Beginning & Intermediate- You will learn to communicate your needs & intentions in everyday life. Grammar & conversation are necessary to master the Italian language.

Sign Language- This class teaches the basics of American Sign Language. No previous knowledge or ability to hear is necessary. If you or your friends or family has any hearing speech impairment, this class is for you. It is also great for anyone who wants to translate for the hearing impaired.

Spanish Beginner- Attain a desired level of proficiency in four basic skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Spanish 1.5- This class is a continuation of Spanish I.

Spanish II- This class is designed to broaden the student's level of achievement in basic skills, with special emphasis on communication.

Spanish 2.5- This class is a continuation of Spanish II.

MISCELLANEOUS

Arthritis Problems-Natural Solutions- This presentation will teach the audience about natural means of improving of even correcting these problems.

Aviation Ground School- This class will teach you about airplane aerodynamics, airspace, air traffic control, weather, federal aviation regulations, and many other aspects of flying. The goal of the course is to prepare the student to pass the FAA written test required for all pilots. The instructor, Kevin Formica, is a Certified Flight Instructor with multiple ratings.

Aviation Instrument Training- This course is designed to teach you all that is necessary to pass the instrument rating knowledge test that is required before the instrument rating practical. Although practice testing is a component, this course will prepare you for a lifetime of safe instrument flying beyond simply cramming for the exam. The instructor, Kevin Formica, holds multiple certifications for flight instruction.

Balancing Women’s Hormones- Over 80 million women in the U.S. currently suffer with PMS and symptoms of menopause. Many of these women are confused as to what health options is available or even right for them. This lecture will educate the audience about natural alternatives to address problems related to hormone imbalances and menopause.

Bridge classes - Beginning Part I-For the absolute beginner. Learn bridge the fun way - playing the game the first week; Review-For the casual social bridge player - how to plan and play trump contracts; forcing & nonforcing bids; how to bid & play no trump contracts; how to bid slams.

Digestive Problems- Acid Reflux, Hiatal Hernias, Ulcers, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Colitis, and Crohn’s Disease are just a few of the digestive disorders that affect more than 61 million Americans each year. This presentation will teach the audience about natural means of improving or even correcting these problems.

Five Secrets to Permanent Weight Loss -This presentation will educate the audience about: How the body and metabolism works; why most diets don’t work; the true value of being healthy and fit; how food, water, and medication play a roll in t heir health; how pain limits a person from achieving their fullest potential.

Personal Financial Planning - Ready to invest your hard-earned dollars? Perhaps our experts can help.

Writing it Down: Journaling for Self Awareness -This course if for anyone who would like to learn a more structured approach to writing a journal for the purpose of self discovery. Sometimes this process is referred to writing as a way to become your own therapist. This is all based upon the work of Kathleen Adams who wrote the book, Journal to the Self which has an international audience and many other journal writers who have written extensively about the journaling process.

Dog Obedience- This class will introduce the dog owner to the basic techniques for establishing pack leadership as well as providing hands on experiences and activities that will teach owner/handler how to teach their dog to heel, turn, about turn, sit, stay, down, and recall.

Minimum age for the puppies should be 6 mos.

Proof of vaccines and scoop bag required.

Me, Myself and I: Guide to crucially examining yourself -The course is designed as an analytical guide for assisting people in identifying their “true identity”. The course will provide steps in decoding and understanding specific attitudes, behaviors and the individual’s decision-making process. The course will also assist in identifying principles and other inter-related parts that mold a person into who they are today.

Self Hypnosis- Thepower of self hypnosis: How to make lasting positive changes.During this six hour class you will, find out what hypnosis is and what it is not; receive an overview of the history of hypnosis; have fun with exercises designed to see your level of imagination, enjoy several group guided imagery experiences; learn how to establish your own personal goal and action plan; have time to practice the three-step self-hypnosis technique during class.

Wills, Trust & Finance- The purpose of this class is to educate the public about the legal implications of dying with or without a Last Will & Testament or dying after having executed a Revocable Living Trust. The instructor takes the time to discuss real life cases and the problems that could have been avoided if people had planned otherwise.

INDUSTRY SERVICES

Career Management -This course is designed to teach and coach individuals with regards to the necessary skills and techniques of conducting an effective job search in addition to managing their career. It will be of interest to the individual looking for their first job right out of school, the professional with a new degree looking for a career change, the seasoned worker who is proactively looking to make a change from their current position or the person recently laid off and conducting a job search.

Home Based Business Opportunities- This course is to assist the entrepreneur in developing a home-based business. Topics include: Identifying an appropriate home-based business, how to start, finance and market your business and the legal aspects of a home-based business.

Importing & Exporting Around the World- Here, in one valuable course, is an introduction to all aspects of the exciting and challenging import and export industry. New international trade negotiations and treaties have made the import/export business a hot topic-and a golden opportunity. Learn how to get started, and explore the significance of legal issues, foreign currencies, and more. The course lays out the basics for everyone who is considering import/export. Find out if this is the right field for you.

Medical Office Procedures/Insurance Billing -Office Procedures is a theory class that will introduce students to skills necessary to work in a Medical Office Environment. Insurance Billing is a Computer class consisting of setting up an entire medical billing program, inputting required information to submit claims to insurance companies. $20 materials fee is included in course fees.