| Available Classes |
| Class Name |
Meeting Dates |
Meeting Times |
Location |
Days |
Department |
Fee |
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| "Strum Your Stress Away!" Guitar, the Mobile Instrument | 9/11/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:30 PM - 9:15 PM | C-11 | Th | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 50 |  |
 | Do you enjoy music and have a desire to develop a talent? You will have a wonderful feeling of pride in your accomplishment. Bring your guitar and be prepared to have fun. |
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| Bling, Baubles & More! Wire Wrap Jewelry | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM | K-83 | T | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 35 |  |
 | Want to learn how to make your own jewelry
without having to use a torch and solder? Want
to add that Bling without the huge cost? Then
this class is for you! Learn to use simple pliers
and metal wire to form great looking necklaces,
earrings, rings and bracelets. Impress your
friends with your beautiful custom jewelry while
saving money at the same time. |
|
| Color Your World- Watercolor Painting | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | K-81 | T | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 35 |  |
 | Watercolor painting can be easy and fun! Learn
basic techniques and a variety of styles and
subjects as you paint along with your instructor.
Beginners welcome, results guaranteed! |
|
| Computerized Machine Embroidery & Sewing Beginning to Advanced & Overlocking | 9/8/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | K-81 | M | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 25 |  |
 | Spend your Monday evenings in the company
of many women who love the sewing
field. You will be learning your software,
embroidery machine, sewing machine, and
serger in new exciting ways with projects that
are fun and educational. Regardless of your
skill level, you will learn something new every
week. You can work on your own projects
and/or the class projects. |
|
| Floristry with a Flair | 9/13/08 - 12/20/08 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | K-83 | Sat | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 25 |  |
 | This class will turn the love you have for
flowers into beautiful arrangements that you
will do yourself. Learn to create different
arranging styles such as contemporary,
traditional, exotic, weddings, and special
occasions. Fresh flowers will be supplied
each week to help you create your own
arrangement. You will learn techniques and
tips to help you create attractive fresh floral
arrangements for your home. A $12 nonrefundable
weekly flower fee applies |
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| Floristry with a Flair | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | K-81 | T | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 25 |  |
 | This class will turn the love you have for
flowers into beautiful arrangements that you
will do yourself. Learn to create different
arranging styles such as contemporary,
traditional, exotic, weddings, and special
occasions. Fresh flowers will be supplied
each week to help you create your own
arrangement. You will learn techniques and
tips to help you create attractive fresh floral
arrangements for your home. A $12 nonrefundable
weekly flower fee applies |
|
| Floristry with a Flair | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM | K-81 | T | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 25 |  |
 | This class will turn the love you have for
flowers into beautiful arrangements that you
will do yourself. Learn to create different
arranging styles such as contemporary,
traditional, exotic, weddings, and special
occasions. Fresh flowers will be supplied
each week to help you create your own
arrangement. You will learn techniques and
tips to help you create attractive fresh floral
arrangements for your home. A $12 nonrefundable
weekly flower fee applies |
|
| Floristry with a Flair | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | K-81 | T | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 25 |  |
 | This class will turn the love you have for
flowers into beautiful arrangements that you
will do yourself. Learn to create different
arranging styles such as contemporary,
traditional, exotic, weddings, and special
occasions. Fresh flowers will be supplied
each week to help you create your own
arrangement. You will learn techniques and
tips to help you create attractive fresh floral
arrangements for your home. A $12 nonrefundable
weekly flower fee applies |
|
| Is Sewing Boring? No Way! Beginning to Advanced | 9/8/08 - 12/20/08 | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM | K-81 | M | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 40 |  |
 | Learn to sew or increase your knowledge
with new techniques that will spark your
creativity. All skill levels are welcome. Bring
your own pattern or project if you wish.
Class projects will introduce you to new
exciting items that you can make for your
home or gifts. Sew garments for yourself or
your familythe choice is yours. |
|
| Knitting and Crocheting - Back in Fashion! | 9/19/08 - 12/20/08 | 8:50 AM - 12:00 PM | K-83 | F | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 25 |  |
 | Learn basic stitches and how to read and
understand written instructions. Advance
to adjusting patterns and making designed
garments/accessories. |
|
| Knitting and Crocheting - Back in Fashion! | 9/15/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | K-83 | M | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 25 |  |
 | Learn basic stitches and how to read and
understand written instructions. Advance
to adjusting patterns and making designed
garments/accessories. |
|
| Mastering Machine Embroidery (Non-Computerized) Applique, Monogramming and Quilting (Basic to Advanced) All Levels | 9/12/08 - 12/20/08 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM | K-81 | F | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 45 |  |
 | Become the master of your sewing machine.
Transform ready-made items, family linens
and ready-made clothing into one-of-a-kind
masterpieces. Quickly reproduce work
reminiscent of silk embroidery, cut work and
crewel. There is more MONOGRAMMING
like the pros. Instantly stitch beautiful stylized
lettering. Learn secrets that only the industry
knows. APPLIQUE like a dream. Instructions
so specific and precise you cant fail. You will
become so confident that you may want to
create a home-based business. And there is
more |
|
| NEW - A Healthy Diet for Me? YES, a Healthy Diet can be Interesting and Fun! | 9/24/08 & 10/1/08 - two days only | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | K-83 | W | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 25 |  |
 | A Healthy Diet can be interesting with a
variety of foods. It lowers your risk for heart
disease, heart attack, and stroke. It lowers
your risk for colon cancer, breast cancer, and
some other cancers. It helps you maintain
a healthy weight. (Your health provider can
help you set a good weight for you.) Eating
healthy gives you more energy.
This class will give you an overview of how
this program will improve your overall health.
Ron Jung implemented this program and has
lost 25 pounds and lost an inch and a half
from his waist. |
|
| NEW - Advanced Wire Arts Workshop | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM | K-83 | T | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 35 |  |
 | In this advanced class,
you will be exposed
to a variety of metal
working techniques.
The types of
techniques that
will be covered are:
Precious Metal Clay, Silver Fusing, simple
soldering to advanced wire wrapping and
cold connections. Use design principles
to produce wonderful pieces of jewelry or
whatever their imaginations come up with!
This class is open to students with
experience in wire wrapping or metal work,
or with the approval of the instructor. |
|
| NEW - Cake Decorating I | 9/10/08 - 10/22/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | K-83 | W | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 50 |  |
 | In this class we will cover a whole range of cake decorating techniques, from baking, torting and icing a cake to decorating a beautiful doll cake. You will learn the basics as well as professional tips. You will get to know a variety of icings and fillings as well as several useful techniques such as borders, piping, star tip designs, etc. Basic tools provided. This class is a pre-requisite for our next 2 levels. |
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| NEW - Cake Decorating I | 10/29/08 - 12/17/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | K-83 | W | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 50 |  |
 | In this class we will cover a whole range of cake decorating techniques, from baking, torting and icing a cake to decorating a beautiful doll cake. You will learn the basics as well as professional tips. You will get to know a variety of icings and fillings as well as several useful techniques such as borders, piping, star tip designs, etc. Basic tools provided. This class is a pre-requisite for our next 2 levels. |
|
| NEW - Feng Shui for Health, Wealth, and Longevity | 9/8/08 - one day only | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | E-34 | M | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 55 |  |
 | Feng Shui (Wind & Water) is an Asian technique practiced to achieve harmony, comfort, and energy balance through a person's environment and life. With time and effort, it is easy to learn the different rules and patterns, so that anyone wishing to benefit from it can do so. |
|
| NUEVO - Feng Shui Para La Salud, Riqueza, y Longevidad | 9/15/08 - one day only | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | E-34 | M | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 55 |  |
 | El Feung Shui (Viento y Agua) es una technica Asiatica, con el proposito de alcanzar la armonia, comodidad, y balance de la energia en el medio tiempo y un poco de esfuerzo, es posible aprender las diferents reglas y patrones para que aquellos que deseen beneficiarse de esta tecnica pueden hacerlo. |
|
| Oil Painting - All Levels | 9/11/08 - 12/20/08 | 9:00 AM - 12:10 PM | K-81 | Th | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 35 |  |
 | Learn to oil paint the easy way! Simple followalong
instruction enables the student to easily
learn brush techniques, color mixing, and the
necessary elements and fundamentals of art.
Beginners welcome, results guaranteed! |
|
| Out of the Shower and into the Open: Vocal Music Studio | 9/8/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Cafeteria | M | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 25 |  |
 | VOCAL MUSIC STUDIO
Have you ever wanted to improve your singing? Give voice
to your love of music! Expand your vocal range, improve your emotional expression and vocal
tone while you study and perform popular music in a positive and supportive environment. |
|
| Quilting-Basic Techniques "Quilt in a Day" and Free Motion Machine Quilting Combo Workshop (All Levels) | 9/13/08 - 12/20/08 | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | K-81 | Sat | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 45 |  |
 | Learn easy, speed quilting methods for
traditional block patterns resulting in
heirloom-quality quilts and projects. Finished
blocks are template-free and use QUILT
IN A DAY Speed-quilting techniques
appropriate for quilts, home and fashion
accessories and simple garments. Learn
to stitch by machine elegant, intricate
patterns on quilts with ease and accuracy.
Experiment with battings, threads, needles,
and transferring methods. Make samples and
bring your unfinished quilts to class. Basic &
Advanced. |
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| Quilting-Basic Techniques "Quilt in a Day" and Free Motion Machine Quilting Combo Workshop (All Levels) | 9/11/08 - 12/20/08 | 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM | K-81 | Th | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 45 |  |
 | Learn easy, speed quilting methods for
traditional block patterns resulting in
heirloom-quality quilts and projects. Finished
blocks are template-free and use QUILT
IN A DAY Speed-quilting techniques
appropriate for quilts, home and fashion
accessories and simple garments. Learn
to stitch by machine elegant, intricate
patterns on quilts with ease and accuracy.
Experiment with battings, threads, needles,
and transferring methods. Make samples and
bring your unfinished quilts to class. Basic &
Advanced. |
|
| Sew a Stitch With Mary | 9/10/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | K-81 | W | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 15 |  |
 | Learn basic step-by-step instruction for
beginning and advanced students in any area
of clothing. Students will learn to adapt their
own patterns and sew the popular stretch
knit or woven fabrics with the latest sewing
techniques that apply to the new overlock
machines. |
|
| Wok's for Dinner - Quick and Easy Chinese Cooking | 9/11/08 - 12/4/08 | 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM | K-83 | Th | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 25 |  |
 | Chinese Cooking is as popular as ever! Join us in class as we create traditional favorites, as well as new dishes to delight your palates and please the senses. What's your favorite Chinese food? Come and learn how to prepare some of the classic favorites: Kung Pao Beef, Shrimp Fried Rice, Mu Shu Pork, Sesame Chicken, Sweet & Sour Dishes...Yum!! Are you hungry yet? You'll prepare a complete meal each week. $6.00 weekly food fee. |
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| Wok's for Dinner - Quick and Easy Chinese Cooking | 9/11/08 - 12/4/08 | 5:30 PM - 9:15 PM | K-83 | Th | Arts, Crafts, & More | $ 25 |  |
 | Chinese Cooking is as popular as ever! Join us in class as we create traditional favorites, as well as new dishes to delight your palates and please the senses. What's your favorite Chinese food? Come and learn how to prepare some of the classic favorites: Kung Pao Beef, Shrimp Fried Rice, Mu Shu Pork, Sesame Chicken, Sweet & Sour Dishes...Yum!! Are you hungry yet? You'll prepare a complete meal each week. $6.00 weekly food fee. |
|
| Accounting and QuickBooks V2.0 - Accounting Theory | 9/9/08 - 9/23/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-40 | T | Career Enhancement | $ 45 |  |
 | The basics of Accounting, including debits, and credits, setting up a company in QuickBooks. |
|
| Accounting and QuickBooks V2.0 - Buying and Accounting for Products | 9/30/08 - 10/14/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-40 | T | Career Enhancement | $ 45 |  |
 | Purchasing and Accounts Payable, inventory set-up and control. This will include Quickbooks exercises that integrate these applications. |
|
| Accounting and QuickBooks V2.0 - Cash Control | 12/9/08 - 12/16/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-40 | T | Career Enhancement | $ 45 |  |
 | Managing cash in a business - includes bank reconciliation. A QuickBooks exercise for Bank Reconciliations is part of this module. |
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| Accounting and QuickBooks V2.0 - Payroll | 11/18/08 - 12/2/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-40 | T | Career Enhancement | $ 45 |  |
 | Manual payroll and automated as well with QuickBooks. |
|
| Accounting and QuickBooks V2.0 - Selling Products to Customers | 10/21/08 - 11/4/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-40 | T | Career Enhancement | $ 45 |  |
 | Order entry through invoicing and collections. Includes inventory management and credit reporting in QuickBooks. |
|
| Advanced Medical Coding | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | M-105 | T | Career Enhancement | $ 95 |  |
 | Prerequisite: Medical Temrinology, Medical Billing, Medical Coding and Insurance in the Medical Office.
The Medical Biller & Coder program prepares students
for a career in the medical billing industry. Students
completing the program can test to receive national
certification.
Medical billers and coders are employed by hospitals,
clinics, physicians offices, health maintenance organizations (HMOs), mental
health care facilities, nursing homes, insurance companies, consulting firms,
health data organizations and information system vendors.
|
|
| Insurance in the Medical Office | 9/10/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | M-105 | W | Career Enhancement | $ 95 |  |
 | The Medical Biller & Coder program prepares students
for a career in the medical billing industry. Students
completing the program can test to receive
national certification.
Medical billers and coders are employed by hospitals,
clinics, physicians offices, health maintenance organizations
(HMOs), mental health care facilities, nursing homes, insurance companies,
consulting firms, health data organizations and information system vendors. |
|
| Medical Billing I | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | E-30 | T | Career Enhancement | $ 95 |  |
 | The Medical Biller & Coder program prepares students
for a career in the medical billing industry. Students
completing the program can test to receive
national certification.
Medical billers and coders are employed by hospitals,
clinics, physicians offices, health maintenance organizations
(HMOs), mental health care facilities, nursing homes, insurance companies,
consulting firms, health data organizations and information system vendors. |
|
| Medical Billing II | 9/11/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | E-30 | Th | Career Enhancement | $ 95 |  |
 | The Medical Biller & Coder program prepares students
for a career in the medical billing industry. Students
completing the program can test to receive
national certification.
Medical billers and coders are employed by hospitals,
clinics, physicians offices, health maintenance organizations
(HMOs), mental health care facilities, nursing homes, insurance companies,
consulting firms, health data organizations and information system vendors. |
|
| Medical Coding I | 9/11/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | J-93 | Th | Career Enhancement | $ 95 |  |
 | The Medical Biller & Coder program prepares students
for a career in the medical billing industry. Students
completing the program can test to receive
national certification.
Medical billers and coders are employed by hospitals,
clinics, physicians offices, health maintenance organizations
(HMOs), mental health care facilities, nursing homes, insurance companies,
consulting firms, health data organizations and information system vendors. |
|
| Medical Coding II | 9/8/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | J-93 | M | Career Enhancement | $ 95 |  |
 | The Medical Biller & Coder program prepares students
for a career in the medical billing industry. Students
completing the program can test to receive
national certification.
Medical billers and coders are employed by hospitals,
clinics, physicians offices, health maintenance organizations
(HMOs), mental health care facilities, nursing homes, insurance companies,
consulting firms, health data organizations and information system vendors. |
|
| Medical Terminology/Anatomy | 9/8/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | M-5 | M | Career Enhancement | $ 95 |  |
 | The Medical Biller & Coder program prepares students
for a career in the medical billing industry. Students
completing the program can test to receive
national certification.
Medical billers and coders are employed by hospitals,
clinics, physicians offices, health maintenance organizations
(HMOs), mental health care facilities, nursing homes, insurance companies,
consulting firms, health data organizations and information system vendors. |
|
| Medical Terminology/Anatomy | 9/8/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | J-93 | T | Career Enhancement | $ 95 |  |
 | The Medical Biller & Coder program prepares students
for a career in the medical billing industry. Students
completing the program can test to receive
national certification.
Medical billers and coders are employed by hospitals,
clinics, physicians offices, health maintenance organizations
(HMOs), mental health care facilities, nursing homes, insurance companies,
consulting firms, health data organizations and information system vendors. |
|
| NEW - Excel 2007: Creating Data Charts that Get Attention | 10/6/08 - 10/13/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-41 | M | Career Enhancement | $ 25 |  |
 | Charts are an excellent and effective way
of laying out your data and presenting it
to others in a way that is easy to interpret.
Charts allow the user to show patterns,
trends, and relationships of data. You will also
learn to use advanced features of charts such
as customizing a data series and adding a data
table, WordArt, and graphics to your chart. |
|
| NEW - Excel 2007: Crunching Numbers Using Formulas and Functions | 9/22/08 - 9/29/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-41 | M | Career Enhancement | $ 25 |  |
 | Learn to work more efficiently by letting
Excel do the work for you! You will learn the
difference between formulas and functions
and how to save time by copying your
calculations instead of manually retyping the
information thereby reducing the chance for
errors. |
|
| NEW - Excel 2007: Developing Databases for Workplace Efficiency | 10/20/08 - 10/27/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-41 | M | Career Enhancement | $ 25 |  |
 | An Excel table is an organized collection of
rows and columns of similarly structured
data in a worksheet. Tables allow the user
to analyze and manipulate data and perform
sorts and data calculations. You will also
learn to use advanced features of tables such
as creating filters, advanced filters, look up
functions, data validating and subtotals. |
|
| NEW - Excel 2007: Implementing Interactive Data Using the Pivot Table and What-If Analysis | 11/17/08 - 11/24/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-41 | M | Career Enhancement | $ 25 |  |
 | An Excel Pivot Table is a powerful tool which
lets you summarize data in an interactive
format. In the first class youll learn to
rearrange (pivot) parts of the table structure
around data to summarize any data category
values within the table. Youll also learn to
view the data three-dimensionally and create
and print reports.
A What-If Analysis is exactly thatWHAT IF?
It allows you to use a worksheet to explore
different outcomes for Excel formulas. |
|
| NEW - Excel 2007: The Basics for New Users | 9/8/08 - 9/15/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-41 | M | Career Enhancement | $ 25 |  |
 | Learn your way around Excel 2007 and
become familiar with simple calculations,
formulas, and editing. Youll also use formatting
features to make your worksheet more
attractive and easier to read. |
|
| NEW - Excel 2007: The Dynamic Worksheet: Tools to Create a Dynamic Worksheet and Using the Power of Macros | 11/3/08 - 11/10/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-41 | M | Career Enhancement | $ 25 |  |
 | Class one will show you how to view, arrange,
and protect worksheets and workbooks. You
will also learn how to save custom views,
prepare a workbook for distribution, insert
hyperlinks, and group worksheets.
A macro is a set of instructions that you give
to Excel to perform in the order you specify.
In class two youll learn how to record, run
and edit macros to automate Excel tasks that
you perform frequently. |
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| NEW - Excel 2007: The Final Touch: Advanced Excel Tools to Create an Efficient Worksheet and Integrating Excel Data | 12/1/08 - 12/8/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-41 | M | Career Enhancement | $ 25 |  |
 | This class will teach you to audit a worksheet
to track errors, control calculations, use cell
comments, group data to make it easier to
work with, create a custom Auto Fill list, and
create a template.
Learn to freely exchange data among Excel
and most other Microsoft programs, a process
known as integration. |
|
| NEW - MS Office 2007: Create Impressive Documents | 10/7/08 - 11/13/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-41 | T / Th | Career Enhancement | $ 25 |  |
 | Want to grab the attention of your audience?
Word is one of the most widely used applications in the business world. You will learn to quickly create impressive documents from letters to reportsusing Word's most popular functions, such as, formatting, borders and shading, columns and sections, clip art, graphics, tables and more. Upon completion of this class you will be ready to learn how to maximize your time using MS Word 2007 Quick Styles, Templates and more. |
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| NEW - MS Office 2007: Maximize Your Production in the Workplace | 11/18/08 - 12/18/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-41 | T / Th | Career Enhancement | $ 25 |  |
 | Want to improve your production in the workplace?
Learn how to apply Quick styles and Themes to your documents, create building blocks, mail merge and labels, styles and templates, build a document in Outline View, generate a Table of Contents and Index, work with references, such as , footnotes, citations, bibliography and equations. |
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| NEW - MS Office 2007: Windows Vista | 9/9/08 - 10/2/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | F-41 | T / Th | Career Enhancement | $ 25 |  |
 | Have a new computer? Never used one before?
This is a perfect class for beginners. Learn how to start up a computer and move right up to creating simple word processing documents. Learn the basics of the new Windows Vista program. Some of the new features are WIndows Sidebar, Gadgets, Taskbar Thumbnails, Windows Aero, Windows flip, and Windows Flip 3D. Upon completion of this class you will be ready to move on to creating impressive documents using MS Word 2007. |
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| Adobe Photoshop Elements | 9/8/08 - 12/20/08 | 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM | C-10 | T | Classes for 55+ | $ 40 |  |
 | Come learn how to use the number
one Photo Editing Software used by all
professional graphic artists. You will learn
how to touch up digital images, add special
effects, create slideshows and much, much
more. This class is taught at a slower pace
but all ages are welcome to come and join
the fun. |
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| Adobe Photoshop Projects | 9/10/08 - 12/20/08 | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | C-10 | W | Classes for 55+ | $ 40 |  |
 | Already completed a course in Adobe
PhotoShop Elements?
In this class we will review the basics,
use PhotoShop tools, filters, layers, and
modes to enhance your digital images.
This class will focus on a variety of projects
that promise to turn your photographs into
works of art. |
|
| Brain Fitness - Level I | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | E-33 | T / Th | Classes for 55+ | $ 15 |  |
 | Introducing a groundbreaking program
designed by more than 50 brain scientists
from leading universities around the world.
-Improve Memory
-Strengthen Communication
-Sharpen Thinking
-At any age
Developed by a team of
more than 50 scientists
from leading universities
around the world. This
team is lead by Dr. Michael
Merzenich, who holds an endowed research chair
at the University of California at San Francisco
and has been elected to the National Academy
of Sciences.
This new visual processing and memory program
is highly effective. Multiple NIH-funded studies
published in prestigious journals have shown that
the program increases visual processing speed,
improves driving skills, and helps people maintain
health-related quality of life. Five years later, people
still show benefits from training. |
|
| Brain Fitness - Level II | 9/8/08 - 12/20/08 | 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM | E-33 | M-Th | Classes for 55+ | $ 25 |  |
 | Introducing a groundbreaking program
designed by more than 50 brain scientists
from leading universities around the world.
-Improve Memory
-Strengthen Communication
-Sharpen Thinking
-At any age
Developed by a team of
more than 50 scientists
from leading universities
around the world. This
team is lead by Dr. Michael
Merzenich, who holds an endowed research chair
at the University of California at San Francisco
and has been elected to the National Academy
of Sciences.
This new visual processing and memory program
is highly effective. Multiple NIH-funded studies
published in prestigious journals have shown that
the program increases visual processing speed,
improves driving skills, and helps people maintain
health-related quality of life. Five years later, people
still show benefits from training. |
|
| Brain Fitness - Level II | 9/8/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | E-33 | M / W | Classes for 55+ | $ 15 |  |
 | Introducing a groundbreaking program
designed by more than 50 brain scientists
from leading universities around the world.
-Improve Memory
-Strengthen Communication
-Sharpen Thinking
-At any age
Developed by a team of
more than 50 scientists
from leading universities
around the world. This
team is lead by Dr. Michael
Merzenich, who holds an endowed research chair
at the University of California at San Francisco
and has been elected to the National Academy
of Sciences.
This new visual processing and memory program
is highly effective. Multiple NIH-funded studies
published in prestigious journals have shown that
the program increases visual processing speed,
improves driving skills, and helps people maintain
health-related quality of life. Five years later, people
still show benefits from training. |
|
| Computer Basics At A Slower Pace II | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | E-33 | T/Th | Classes for 55+ | $ 25 |  |
 | Brief review of skills from the Basics I class,
including a fun keyboarding program (to learn
or to build skill) to get the most out of all
your computer programs. Develop skills to
accomplish personal goals; bring in personal
projects. Work with several programs (Word,
Excel, and PowerPoint.). Make calendars and
greeting cards. This is a structured class but
also self-paced. Work at your own personal
pace. Adults of any age are welcome. |
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| NEW - Writing for an Audience | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Barbara Riley Senior Center, 7810 Quill Drive, Downey | T | Classes for 55+ | $ 25 |  |
 | This course introduces basic principles and strategies for communicating in writing and improving writing skills. Class sessions will address such issues as "finding something to say," "descriptive writing," and "narrative writing," as well as other issues connected with the writing process. In addition to the classroom discussion, you will have the opportunity to check out a series of DVD's. Through the video series, you will meet a wide array of professionals whose work involves writing. These writers will discuss how they write with their specific audiences in mind. Course is suitable for all levels of writers. Whether you write for school, for work, or for pleasure, you can benefit from this class. |
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| Country Line Dancing - Level I, Session 1 | 9/10/08 - 10/22/08 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Cafeteria | W | Exercise and Fitness | $ 25 |  |
 | Level 1 is a beginning class in the basics of
line dancing. Learn easy dances, make new
friends and exercise all at the same time. |
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| Country Line Dancing - Level II, Session 2 | 10/29/08 - 12/10/08 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Cafeteria | W | Exercise and Fitness | $ 25 |  |
 | Level 2 is an intermediate class for those wanting to learn the latest dances. We will also do some "oldies" like Tush Push, Watermelon Crawl and more. Join us for fun and exercise!! |
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| Get off the Couch and Take That First Step to a Healthier Life Style | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Downey High School | M-Th | Exercise and Fitness | $ 55 |  |
 | Its never too late to feel as good as
you possibly can! Take advantage of our
fitness program, which consists of heart
conditioning, toning upper and lower body
muscles, stretching and strengthening the
core muscles with the use of exercise ball
and pilates. Move to our up-beat music in
our new aerobic dance room. Learn to
monitor your heart rate. Use our state of
the art weight room. |
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| Lose Weight the ZUMBA Way! | 10/15/08 - 11/12/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Act. Rm. | W | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Ditch the workout and join the
Party!! Zumba is a fun, aerobic, dance-based
workout with a fusion of Latin and International
music. Dance away your worries and calories!
The dance routines feature combinations of
fast and slow rhythms making the class fun and
exciting! This is the type of exercise youll want
to do everyday and feel good doing it!! |
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| Lose Weight the ZUMBA Way! | 11/19/08 - 12/17/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | W | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Ditch the workout and join the Party!! Zumba
is a fun, aerobic, dance-based
workout with a fusion of Latin
and International music. Dance
away your worries and calories! The dance
routines feature combinations of fast and slow
rhythms making the class fun and exciting! This is
the type of exercise youll want to do everyday
and feel good doing it!! |
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| Lose Weight the ZUMBA Way! | 9/10/08 - 10/8/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | W | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Ditch the workout and join the Party!! Zumba
is a fun, aerobic, dance-based
workout with a fusion of Latin
and International music. Dance
away your worries and calories! The dance
routines feature combinations of fast and slow
rhythms making the class fun and exciting! This is
the type of exercise youll want to do everyday
and feel good doing it!! |
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| NEW - Cardio Kickboxing and Abs | 9/11/08 - 10/9/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | Th | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Do you want to lose weight?
Cardio kickboxing is the
way to go! Learn modified
punches and kicks while
you lose weight, build your
core muscles, strengthen your
muscles, and improve your agility. By
joining this class, you will receive a free
fitness assessment. |
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| NEW - Cardio Kickboxing and Abs | 10/16/08 - 11/13/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | Th | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Do you want to lose weight?
Cardio kickboxing is the
way to go! Learn modified
punches and kicks while
you lose weight, build your
core muscles, strengthen your
muscles, and improve your agility. By
joining this class, you will receive a free
fitness assessment. |
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| NEW - Cardio Kickboxing and Abs | 11/20/08 - 12/18/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | Th | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Do you want to lose weight?
Cardio kickboxing is the
way to go! Learn modified
punches and kicks while
you lose weight, build your
core muscles, strengthen your
muscles, and improve your agility. By
joining this class, you will receive a free
fitness assessment. |
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| NEW - Dancerobics | 9/8/08 - 10/6/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | M | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Do you like to exercise and dance? This class unites aerobics and dance into one fun-filled class. If you want to lose weight, develop core strength, and tone muscles like a dancer, you can't miss this class. You will train like a dancer and learn to dance to hip-hop and Latin music. This class is suitable for all levels. |
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| NEW - Dancerobics | 10/13/08 - 11/10/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | M | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Do you like to exercise and dance? This class unites aerobics and dance into one fun-filled class. If you want to lose weight, develop core strength, and tone muscles like a dancer, you can't miss this class. You will train like a dancer and learn to dance to hip-hop and Latin music. This class is suitable for all levels. |
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| NEW - Dancerobics | 11/17/08 - 12/15/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | M | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Do you like to exercise and dance? This class unites aerobics and dance into one fun-filled class. If you want to lose weight, develop core strength, and tone muscles like a dancer, you can't miss this class. You will train like a dancer and learn to dance to hip-hop and Latin music. This class is suitable for all levels. |
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| NEW - Pilates | 9/9/08 - 10/7/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | T | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Pilates is a sequence of light
exercises that develop
concentration, relaxation,
coordination, and energy.
Dress comfortable and
bring a floor mat. |
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| NEW - Pilates | 10/14/08 - 11/4/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | T | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Pilates is a sequence of light
exercises that develop
concentration, relaxation,
coordination, and energy.
Dress comfortable and
bring a floor mat. |
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| NEW - Pilates | 11/18/08 - 12/16/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | T | Exercise and Fitness | $ 35 |  |
 | Pilates is a sequence of light
exercises that develop
concentration, relaxation,
coordination, and energy.
Dress comfortable and
bring a floor mat. |
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| Take The Ultimate Challenge Training Academy | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Downey High School | M-Th | Exercise and Fitness | $ 55 |  |
 | This high powered class is designed to
challenge you to a higher level of fitness
through all disciplines (running, sprinting,
strength & learning weight lifting programs,
bar workouts, medicine ball work & agility
routines, bleachers and an obstacle course).
The academy will include teachings in team
leadership as well as anatomy & nutrition. |
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| Want More Energy? Exercise & Fitness - Low Impact | 9/8/08 - 12/20/08 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Downey High School | M-Th | Exercise and Fitness | $ 55 |  |
 | Learn how to stay fit and flexible. Perform
low impact aerobics, stretching, core stability
exercises and moderate strength training.
Bring your own exercise ball, mat, proper
shoes and clothing. Other equipment will
be provided. |
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| Yoga for Serenity | 9/11/08 - 11/18/08 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Cafeteria | Th | Exercise and Fitness | $ 20 |  |
 | Yoga is an ancient system of gentle invigorating
stretching exercises and breathing techniques that
enhance physical and mental well-being. Bring a
towel, cotton belt, and firm blanket. |
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| Yoga for Serenity | 9/9/08 - 11/18/08 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | N-8 | T | Exercise and Fitness | $ 20 |  |
 | Yoga is an ancient system of gentle invigorating
stretching exercises and breathing techniques that
enhance physical and mental well-being. Bring a
towel, cotton belt, and firm blanket. |
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| Makeup Artistry - Beginning | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | B-2 | T | Make-up Artistry | $ 95 |  |
 | This course teaches basic skin physiology. The
student will learn how to use appropriate
cosmetic products. The student will learn
to save money on many products and learn
the truth about many cosmetic myths. This
course also teaches the student the knowledge
needed to work behind a cosmetic counter by
learning cosmetic ingredients, customer service
and cosmetic verbage. Textbook required. |
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| Makeup Artistry - Intermediate | 9/10/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | B-2 | W | Make-up Artistry | $ 95 |  |
 | This course teaches intro to makeup including planning the makeup,corrective makeup, time spent on makeup and different kinds of fashion work. You will learn facial structure, eye shapes,
principles of color and appropriate techniques to match the needs required of the image wanted. You will learn and experience working with all the types of makeup, fashion, pigment and powders. You will learn the step-by-step process of a complete fashion makeover. Pre-requisite: Must have Beginning Makeup unless you are a licensed cosmetologist or esthetician. |
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| NEW - Makeup for ME All About Eyes | 9/8/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | B-2 | M | Make-up Artistry | $ 75 |  |
 | Have you always wanted to learn how to apply
your own makeup for work, going out, or for
just everyday life? This course will teach you
professional secrets on how to apply makeup
on yourself. You will learn techniques on how
to choose and apply foundation, eye shadow,
and lip coloring. Learn contouring, coloring,
lining, and shadow placement to bring out the
beautiful you that lies within. |
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| NEW- Monster Mania, Prosthetics and More | 9/11/08 - 12/20/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | B-2 | Th | Make-up Artistry | $ 149 |  |
 | Come and have a blast
learning how to do makeup
for special effects and
Halloween. Learn to
make bruises, broken
noses and much more. Make extra $$
for Halloween. |
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| NEW - A Healthy Diet for Me? YES, a Healthy Diet can be Interesting and Fun! | 9/24/08 - 10/1/08 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | K-83 | W | NEW | $ 25 |  |
 | A Healthy Diet can be interesting with a
variety of foods. It lowers your risk for heart
disease, heart attack, and stroke. It lowers
your risk for colon cancer, breast cancer, and
some other cancers. It helps you maintain
a healthy weight. (Your health provider can
help you set a good weight for you.) Eating
healthy gives you more energy.
This class will give you an overview of how
this program will improve your overall health.
Ron Jung implemented this program and has
lost 25 pounds and lost an inch and a half
from his waist. |
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| NEW - Advanced Digital Photography | 11/8/08 - one day only | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | C-10 | Sat | NEW | $ 75 |  |
 | This class will teach you to have more control when taking photographs. During the first part of the class, we will examine an array pf photographs by different professioanl photographers in order to understand what ia necessary to attain different types of photographs. Th egoal is to understand the different tools that photographers use to attain certain results. We will review the camera's settings such as apeture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance. This class is recommended for those taht already have a good undertanding of the basics of photography and are ready to further their knowledge of this art. During the second half of the class, we will be examining different processes necessary to capture different shots. We will discuss the use of flashes, tripods, and other tricks to kick our photographs to the next stage. |
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| NEW - Advanced Digital Photography | 12/6/08 - one day only | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | C-10 | Sat | NEW | $ 75 |  |
 | This class will teach you to have more control when taking photographs. During the first part of the class, we will examine an array pf photographs by different professioanl photographers in order to understand what ia necessary to attain different types of photographs. Th egoal is to understand the different tools that photographers use to attain certain results. We will review the camera's settings such as apeture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance. This class is recommended for those taht already have a good undertanding of the basics of photography and are ready to further their knowledge of this art. During the second half of the class, we will be examining different processes necessary to capture different shots. We will discuss the use of flashes, tripods, and other tricks to kick our photographs to the next stage. |
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| NEW - Advanced Wire Arts Workshop | 9/9/08 - 12/20/08 | 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM | K-83 | T | NEW | $ 35 |  |
 | In this advanced class,
you will be exposed
to a variety of metal
working techniques.
The types of
techniques that
will be covered are:
Precious Metal Clay, Silver Fusing, simple
soldering to advanced wire wrapping and
cold connections. Use design principles
to produce wonderful pieces of jewelry or
whatever their imaginations come up with!
This class is open to students with
experience in wire wrapping or metal work,
or with the approval of the instructor. |
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| NEW - Cake Decorating I | 9/10/08 - 10/22/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | K-83 | W | NEW | $ 50 |  |
 | In this class we will cover a whole range of cake decorating techniques, from baking, torting and icing a cake to decorating a beautiful doll cake. You will learn the basics as well as professional tips. You will get to know a variety of icings and fillings as well as several useful techniques such as borders, piping, star tip designs, etc. Basic tools provided. This class is a pre-requisite for our next 2 levels. |
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| NEW - Cake Decorating I | 10/29/08 - 12/17/08 | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM | K-83 | W | NEW | $ 50 |  |
 | In this class we will cover a whole range of cake decorating techniques, from baking, torting and icing a cake to decorating a beautiful doll cake. You will learn the basics as well as professional tips. You will get to know a variety of icings and fillings as well as several useful techniques such as borders, piping, star tip designs, etc. Basic tools provided. This class is a pre-requisite for our next 2 levels. |
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| NEW - Cardio Kickboxing and Abs | 9/11/08 - 10/9/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | Th | NEW | $ 35 |  |
 | Do you want to lose weight?
Cardio kickboxing is the
way to go! Learn modified
punches and kicks while
you lose weight, build your
core muscles, strengthen your
muscles, and improve your agility. By
joining this class, you will receive a free
fitness assessment. |
|
| NEW - Cardio Kickboxing and Abs | 10/16/08 - 11/13/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | Th | NEW | $ 35 |  |
 | Do you want to lose weight?
Cardio kickboxing is the
way to go! Learn modified
punches and kicks while
you lose weight, build your
core muscles, strengthen your
muscles, and improve your agility. By
joining this class, you will receive a free
fitness assessment. |
|
| NEW - Cardio Kickboxing and Abs | 11/20/08 - 12/18/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | Th | NEW | $ 35 |  |
 | Do you want to lose weight?
Cardio kickboxing is the
way to go! Learn modified
punches and kicks while
you lose weight, build your
core muscles, strengthen your
muscles, and improve your agility. By
joining this class, you will receive a free
fitness assessment. |
|
| NEW - Dancerobics | 9/8/08 - 10/6/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Activity Room | M | NEW | $ 35 |  |
 | Do you like to exercise and dance? This class unites aerobics and dance into one fun-filled class. If you want to lose weight, develop core strength, and tone muscles like a dancer, you can't miss this class. You will train like a dancer and learn to dance to hip-hop and Latin music. This class is suitable for all levels. |
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| NEW - Dancerobics | 10/13/08 - 10/10/08 | 4:30 PM - 5:3 |