Personal Enrichment - Special Interest
Non self-supporting courses are free to senior citizens aged 65 or older. There are no fee exemptions allowed for self-supporting courses. The registration fee must be paid by all class participants. Registration fees vary depending upon cost of the course and minimum enrollment of students. No refunds are permitted for withdrawal from self-supporting courses unless the course is canceled by the College. Self-supporting courses are noted by (SS) beside the class title. For senior computer classes, all students must pay the technology fee regardless of age.
Course Schedule
Clowning Education and Fun (SS*)
The instructor clown will teach all three clown faces, including application of makeup for all three faces. Basic balloon instruction, including learning to tie basic animal and small balloon art, is included. The history of clowning is covered. Pictures of clowns as well as correct clown costumes will be shown. Some pocket magic will also be taught. This is a fun class! Come learn to be a real clown! Supplies needed will be discussed in the first class. Preregistration is required.
Course Code: CSP 4000 09P
Dates/Days: March, 25, 2010 - May, 13, 2010 (Th)
Course Times: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Cleveland Center
Instructor: George Hallenbeck
Registration Fee: $65.00
Organizing Your Home (SS*)
“A place for everything and everything in its place.” Are you drowning in clutter? Can’t ever find what you’re looking for? No organization, just a mess? Take a deep breath, roll up your sleeves, and together we will whip that mess into an organized nest! You will learn valuable tips on how to organize, what to throw away, give away, keep, where to put it, storage solutions, and how to save valuable time and money! We will show you a system that works just for you and your family. Allow me to re-introduce you to the house you once had. Preregistration is required.
Course Code: CSP 4000 21P
Dates/Days: January, 04, 2010 - January, 25, 2010 (M)
Course Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Cleveland Center
Instructor: Nancy McCray
Registration Fee: $20.00
Materials: Spiral Notebook
Note: No class on January 18
Picture Framing (SS*)
This is a basic picture framing class where students will learn about color selection of matboards, design layouts, mat cutting, chopping of frames, glass cutting, and fitting and finishing of framed pieces. Students are encouraged to bring in their own artwork, photographs, cross-stitch, posters or prints for framing. Required supplies will be discussed in the first class. Preregistration is required.
Course Code: CSP 4000 24P
Dates/Days: January, 12, 2010 - March, 16, 2010 (T)
Course Times: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Maintenance Building
Instructor: Tara Dunn
Registration Fee: $75.00
The Dos and Don’ts of Online Dating (SS*)
Do you want to meet Mr. or Ms. Right online? Are you curious about the online dating scene? This class will cover the more popular dating sites, how to make your online profile work for you, and how to avoid the pitfalls and dangers that can lurk in social networking. Special emphasis will be placed on knowing yourself and what you want/need, how to prepare successful email replies, conducting phone calls, and arranging initial meetings. A survey of social networks such as Facebook, Twitter, and Peek will also be addressed. Whether you are just getting started or an experienced user, this class is for you. In addition to class instruction, guest speakers will be scheduled as well as the benefits of student group participation. Preregistration is required.
Course Code: CSP 4000 30P
Dates/Days: February, 04, 2010 - March, 25, 2010 (Th)
Course Times: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Cleveland Center
Instructor: Ray and Gina Jaklitsch
Registration Fee: $45.00
The Well Dressed Room (SS*)
Learn how to go from humdrum to …WOW! You’ll learn the 6 basic and most important steps to decorating any room. Topics will include: the selection of color, window treatments, floor coverings, furniture selection and placement, purchase and placement of accessories, and lighting selection. Turn that “unfinished look” into a haven. Preregistration is required.
Course Code: CSP 4000 31P
Dates/Days: February, 01, 2010 - February, 22, 2010 (M)
Course Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Cleveland Center
Instructor: Nancy McCray
Registration Fee: $25.00
Materials: Spiral Notebook
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