SPRING 2008 Non-Credit Workshops at the Community Enrichment Center of Coconino Community College
Call 928/526-7644 to register or register at either Fourth Street or Lone Tree Campuses. To register online, you must have a student ID number. Call 928/526-7644 to obtain a student ID number.
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CPR
April 19 CRN: 50197
May 17 CRN: 50198
Fourth Street Campus, Rm C10
8:30am-2:30pm
Fee: $40
Includes certification requirements for CCC students and the general public.
Creative Expressions
February 23, 1-4pm
Lone Tree Campus, Room 527
Instructor: Denise Minger
Fee: $30 CRN: 50143
Expressing oneself on paper can be very challenging and very satisfying. Use your imagination to turn those ideas into writing a great story, whether its prose or poetry.
Rock On-Fabric Rock Art
February 23, 9am-noon
Lone Tree Campus, Room 511
Instructor: Robin Ferrer
Fee: $25 + materials CRN: 50144
Using stencil materials you will create a rockin’ piece of art on shirts or other fabric. No previous art experience necessary for this absolutely foolproof technique. This is a fun way to create your favorite petroglyph art using basic art supplies.
EMT Challenge Exam
February 24 CRN: 50199
May 3 CRN: 50200
May 4 CRN: 50201
Times for all 8:30am-2:30pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm C10
Fee: $100
Introduction to Russian Language & Culture
February 26-March 13, Tues. & Thurs., 6-8pm
Fourth Street Campus, Room B10
Instructor: Maria Audretsch
Fee: $65 CRN: 50145
Whether traveling to Russia or just curious about it, learn basic phrases, culture and history from this Russian native. A teacher, interpreter/translator and guide, Maria will share experiences about "Mother Russia".
Tamale Expo
February 26, 6-9pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm B35
Instructor: John Conley, owner of Salsa Brava
Fee: $35 CRN: 50184
Explore Southwest cooking at its finest with a variety of traditional and dessert tamales. John will share techniques to make the perfect tamale for your next party or family meal. Be sure to bring your appetite.
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Maui: The Tropical Paradise
February 27, 7-8:30pm
Location TBA
Instructor: Bonnie Stevens
Fee: $15 CRN: 50146
Feel the sun on your face and the sand between your toes as you view pictures of this tropical paradise.
Drawing Basics for Kids (ages 10+)
March 1 & 8, 1-4pm
LT Campus, Room 527
Instructor: Denise Minger
Fee: $30 + materials CRN: 50148
Like to draw but aren’t sure how to make your pictures realistic? Don't know where and how to create dimension and depth? Learn perspective, contour and shading in this fun hands-on workshop.
Paper Casting
March 1, 9-11am – noon-2pm (break for lunch)
Location: TBA
Instructor: Robin Ferrer
Fee: $35 CRN: 50149
Make and use molds to create paper art for embellishments or larger paper art suitable for framing. Here is an opportunity to make molds, have them baked and take them home or to school to use in future projects. The instructor will supply her own molds for use in class for small projects.
Thickened Dye with Representational Imagery
March 1, 8 & 29, 9am-4pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Melanie Testa
Fee: $125 + materials CRN: 50182
Interpret imagery from the pages of magazines into art on cloth using direct dye paint, monoprinting and resist techniques. This three day workshop will provide ample opportunity to work on your project and get one-on-one assistance.
Lasagna: An Italian Delight
March 4, 6-9pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm B35
Instructor: Diana Burge
Fee: $35 CRN: 50205
Make a meat and a vegetarian lasagna for a different taste sensation. Add a Caesar salad and crusty bread and your family will say boun appetito!
Who’s Got the Cheese?
March 6, 6-9pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm B35
Instructor: Richard Fernandez, owner of Pesto Brothers
Fee: $35 CRN: 50191
Have you ever wanted to try different cheeses, but weren't sure about which to buy? Does the look or smell of some cheese prevent you from eating or cooking with them? Richard will describe & treat you to a variety of cheeses and teach you when and how they should be served.
Rep Weave Possibilities
March 7, 5:30-9pm, March 8, 9am-4pm & March 9, 9am-noon
LT Campus, Room 510
Instructor: Joanne Tallarovic
Fee: $130 CRN: 50215
A four-part paper and pencil workshop using theory, design and color. This workshop will include the principles and theory of rep weave, design for rep weavers, applying your own colorways to make the design unique and how to highlight and add emphasis to blocks in a number of ways to give the design your own unique touch. This is an excellent workshop for beginning through advanced weavers.
Funky Faux Patchwork Purses
March 8, 9am-4pm (1 hr lunch)
LT Campus, Room 517
Instructor: Marianna Dougherty
Fee: $50 + materials CRN: 50151
Do you like the look of patchwork, but don't like all the fuss involved in this sort of project? Do you like purses that are different? Then you need this workshop! Create a funky faux patchwork purse that is a fantastic one of a kind artistic creation. A simple pattern starts you out, then using fibers, beads, charms and anything that "tickles your fancy", you will begin your adventure into the wonderful world of fashion accessories.
Painting Plaques & Decorating Décor
March 8, 9am-noon
Location: TBA
Instructor: Robin Ferrer
Fee: $25 + materials CRN: 50152
Are you looking for an inexpensive seasonal themed project or gift item? Join Robin as she shows you how to paint and decorate a trinket box or a picture frame in a variety of styles. Adults and children alike can be involved in this inexpensive art form using wood or paper mache to create their special "gift".
Asian Entertaining
March 11, 6-9pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm B35
Instructor: Alice Ferris
Fee: $35 CRN: 50153
Tired of fixing the same old things for your parties? Looking for something that looks and tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen? Alice will dig into her recipe files and delight you with her appetizing Asian cuisine. You not only get the recipes, but you also get to taste all of these wonderful dishes.
Firehouse Chicken Delight
March 13, 6-8pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm B35
Instructor: Paul Helenberg
Fee: $25 CRN: 50206
Did you know that most firemen are good cooks and that they cook for their whole firehouse? Well, we have a retired firefighter that is going to share one of his favorite dishes. Flavorful, fantastic and fun to make, this fireman’s recipe is healthy and yummy!
Introduction to Beaded Jewelry
March 25, 6-8pm
Fourth Street Campus, Room B10
Instructor: Tracy Haney
Fee: $25 CRN: 50211
Want to make beaded jewelry but just don’t know how to get started? Join Tracy and learn basic stringing techniques and design tips as you create your own bracelet or necklace. These basic essential jewelry making techniques will be your start to a great beading adventure.
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Alaskan Wilderness Today
March 26, 7-8:30pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Don Johnson
Fee: $15 CRN: 50154
Long summer days, an abundance of wild animals, and of course magnificent glaciers unfold before your eyes.
Getting Paid to Talk
March 27, 6:30-9pm
LT Campus, Room 505
Instructor: Jenny Marcotte
Fee: $35 CRN: 50155
Getting Paid to Talk is a single evening class that takes a realistic and entertaining look at the positive and negative components of building success as a voice actor. Voice acting or voiceovers are everywhere from commercials, audio books, training material, documentaries, animation, telephone systems and much more.
Painless Party Planning
March 27, 6-8pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm B35
Instructor: Brenda Felsing, owner of Traditions Catering & Events
Fee: $25 CRN: 50207
The right hors d’oeuvres can help make planning and preparing for your next event not only easy, but tasty. Whether it's a summer barbeque, birthday party or some other special event, planning is all important. Brenda will share tips, tricks and recipes that will have everyone giving your event an A+.
Introduction to Feng Shui
March 29, 1-5pm
LT Campus, Room 517
Instructor: Raquel Rotnes
Fee: $30 CRN: 50156
Explore the basic concepts of this ancient art for peace and tranquility. Learn basic concepts of the Black Hat Sect, Chi, Yin/Yang.
Origami – From Basics to Boxes
March 29, 1-4pm
LT Campus, Room 527
Instructor: Susan Wilcox
Fee: $25 CRN: 50157
This workshop will help you understand those crazy directions to make the ancient art form of paper folding called origami. Learn how to make a variety of things from classic crane to a couple of silly party tricks. Cut junk mail into squares and you will be amazed at how this will turn into art. This fun workshop is for all ages.
Glass Etching
March 29, 9am-noon
LT Campus, Room 510
Instructor: Robin Ferrer
Fee: $30 + materials CRN: 50158
Change plain garage sale glass from generic to glamorous as you personalize items to create unique one-of-a-kind glassware. This is a simple yet effective method that requires no previous art experience or special equipment.
Conversational ASL
April 1-17, Tues. & Thurs., 6:30-8:30pm
LT Campus, Room 301
Instructor: Greg Montgomery
Fee: $65 CRN: 50202
Learn common phrases that you can use at work or in social situations. American Sign Language is the fastest growing language in the country.
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Mysterious Morocco
April 2, 7-8:30pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Teresa Sedano
Fee: $15 CRN: 50159
Get carried away to this mysterious country in NW Africa, a botanist’s dream.
Digital Photography & Photoshop for Kids (ages 10+)
April 5, 12-4pm
Lone Tree Campus, Room 109
Instructor: Denise Minger
Fee: $30 CRN: 50178
See the world through a lens of a camera. Discover the basics of digital photography including composition and lighting. Then manipulate your photos using Photoshop.
Xeriscape I: Concepts and Principles
April 5, 9am-noon
Lone Tree Campus, Room 513
Instructor: Ellen Ryan
Fee: $25 CRN: 50160
Don't limit yourself to a garden of rocks and gravel. In this four part series, you will understand the 7 principles of Xeriscape and how to apply them to your own landscape. Through planning and design, soil analysis, and other principles, you too can have a lush garden, even in this high desert climate.
ATC (Artist Trading Cards)
April 5, 9am-noon
Lone Tree Campus, Room 517
Instructor: Robin Ferrer
Fee: $25 + materials CRN: 50164
Use odds and ends, small bits of left over materials and new things to create this latest swap/sell craze. There are no restrictions on materials or media, only size. Use anything from card stock to polymer clay! These miniature works of art can be 2D, 3D. . .an original or part of a series. Make, play and share.
Beginning Birding
April 8, 15, 22 & 29, 6:30-8:30pm
Field trips April 19, 26 & May 3, 7am-noon
Fourth Street Campus, Room B10
Instructors: Jim Logan and Bea Cooley
Fee: $50 CRN: 50231
Explore the basics of bird watching with classroom instruction and field trips. Learn how to select binoculars, which birding guides to use, how to identify birds and where to go birding in Northern Arizona.
Secrets to Successful Vegan Baking
April 8, 6-8pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm B35
Instructor: Lisa Rayner
Fee: $25 CRN: 50203
Baking at high elevations is a challenge. If you are vegan or health conscious, baking egg-free and dairy-free pose additional concerns. Join Lisa as she demonstrates how to use whole grain flours, natural sweeteners, healthful fats and gluten free alternatives. You can be a successful baker at 7000 ft.
Design and Weave A Rep Weave Project
April 10, 5:30-9pm, April 11 & 12, 9am-4pm, April 13, 9am-noon
Lone Tree Campus
Instructor: Joanne Tallarovic
Fee: $215 CRN: 50216
Working on 4 or 8 shaft looms, students will prepare and weave a newly designed project. This is a great opportunity to use Joanne's book, Rep Weave and Beyond, and your creative spirit to take a new and different approach to an old technique. This multi day workshop will include weaving, lecture and technical information, problem solving and demonstrations.
Pasta Party
April 10, 6-9pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm B35
Instructor: Richard Fernandez, owner of Pesto Brothers
Fee: $35 CRN: 50183
Stuck in the same old pasta meal routine? Richard will transport you to beautiful, romantic Italy with his mouth-watering Italian cuisine. Be sure to bring your appetite and be prepared to enjoy good food, good company and good recipes so that you can create pasta with panache!
Introduction to Forklift
April 12, 8am-noon
Lone Tree Campus, Rm 125
Instructor: Dale Wallingford
Fee: $50 CRN: 50165
Hands-on workshop covers safety, OSHA laws, load & balance, and more. Operation of a forklift onsite by workshop participants will include moving various loads. Successful completion of this workshop will enhance your employment opportunities.
Bagua
April 12, 1-5pm
Lone Tree Campus, Room 517
Instructor: Raquel Rotnes
Fee: $30 CRN: 50166
This workshop is the second of a three part series. Once you understand the basics of feng shui, you can explore the general placements of internal elements to create harmony.
Hand Drop Spinning
April 12, 1-4pm
LT Campus, Room 533
Instructor: Susan Wilcox
Fee: $25 CRN: 50169
Make an easy spindle using an old CD and learn how to spin fiber into yarn that you can use for knitting, crocheting or weaving. This workshop is open to all ages. Come try something different and new. It's fun and easy!
Xeriscape II: Soils, Mulch & Compost
April 12, 9am-noon
LT Campus, Room 513
Instructor: Hattie Braun, Master Gardener
Fee: $25 CRN: 50161
An important part of xeriscaping is understanding your soil, the magic of mulch and the basics of composting. Flagstaff has many different types of soils that lack the nutrients plants need to thrive. Through the use or organic materials, mulches and composting, you can improve your soil to create a beautiful lush garden.
East Indian Vegetarian
April 17, 6-9pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm B35
Instructor: Ameeta Vora
Fee: $35 CRN: 50189
Inspired by her mother, Ameeta follows many traditional East Indian cooking techniques. Take the boring out of your vegetables and meals with a variety of tasty spice options. Ameeta's healthy vegetarian dishes taste so good, you won't think they're also good for you.
Nature Journaling for Homeschoolers (ages 10+)
April 18, 1-4pm
LT Campus, Room 517
Instructor: Denise Minger
Fee: $20 CRN: 50170
Gain a greater appreciation of nature through your drawings and recordings. Sometimes it takes a picture to describe what you see; sometimes it takes words. Denise will demonstrate simple techniques in illustrating and describing the natural world on paper.
When Life Isn’t Fair--Then What?
April 19, 9am-noon
LT Campus, Room 517
Instructor: Virginia Wilder Hayes, M.P.H.
Fee: $25 CRN: 50171
Like the title says, life isn't always fair. This incredible workshop explores the powerful skill, tools and techniques available to everyone! Learn how to cope in the face of adversity using the powerful resiliency skills we all possess.
Xeriscape III: Water Management
April 19, 9am-noon
Lone Tree Campus, Room 513
Instructor: Ellen Ryan
Fee: $25 CRN: 50162
While the use of native and other drought-tolerant plants can significantly reduce water use in your landscape, there are numerous other things you can do. Learn efficient water use through proper irrigation, utilizing alternative water sources and more.
Digital Photography
April 19, 10am-3pm
Lone Tree Campus, Room 109
Instructor: Rick McDonald
Fee: $75 CRN: 50172
Did you just buy a digital camera, or perhaps you have one in the drawer that you don't know how to use. It isn't your old 35 mm camera--that's for sure. Discover the basic techniques of digital photography and how to properly use your camera. Bring your camera, manual & laptop if you have one.
Spring Soups and Salads
April 22, 6-8pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm B35
Instructor: Chef Scott Heinonen
Fee: $25 CRN: 50210
Do you think soups are a winter food? Do you think that they are hot and heavy? Well, that doesn't have to be the case. Soups and salads can be a mainstay in your diet all year long. Scott will work his magic in creating taste tempting dishes to please your palette.
Recipes from “My Abuelita”
April 24, 6-8pm
Fourth Street Campus, Rm B35
Instructor: Liz Archuleta
Fee: $25 CRN: 50208
Do you remember the wonderful dishes grandma would fix when you went for a visit? Your favorite councilwoman, Liz Archuleta, will share some of her grandmother's recipes--authentic “New” Mexican dishes--with you.
Colors and 5 Elements of Feng Shui
April 26, 12-5pm
LT Campus, Room 510
Instructor: Raquel Rotnes
Fee: $35 CRN: 50167
Using art materials and personal objects, discover how colors and elements bring harmony into you life.
Xeriscape IV: Plant Selection
April 26, 9am-noon
Lone Tree Campus, Room 513
Instructor: Hattie Braun
Fee: $25 CRN: 50163
Examine plant selection for the many varied habitats found in and around Flagstaff. You will be introduced to native and low-water use plants that are appropriate for our region. Selecting these types of plants will help you create a beautiful water-wise landscape.
Do It Herself Maintenance:
Basic Home Maintenance for Women
April 26, 8am-4pm
Fourth Street Campus, Room B5
Instructor: Lee Cain
Fee: $65 CRN: 50173
Did you know that 85% of women have been, are currently, or expected to be solely responsible for maintaining a home? But finding a reliable and inexpensive handyman can be difficult. Before you call someone, take this workshop and save money on future repairs. Learn hands-on basic electrical, plumbing and other household repairs.
Creating Chunky Charms
April 26, 9am-noon
LT Campus, Room 517
Instructor: Marianna Dougherty
Fee: $25+ $15 materials fee CRN: 50194
Mix and match old and new bits and pieces to create wonderful ‘new’ charms to enhance your jewelry collection. This fun interactive workshop will have you making several of the same charms so that you can swap with others.
Basic Bike Maintenance
April 26, 9am-2pm
Location: offsite
Instructor: Cosmic Ray
Fee: $35 CRN: 50168
Cosmic Ray is an author and pro bike mechanic that will demonstrate repairs on the go: check hubs, gears, brakes and other maintenance. Save time and money by learning hands-on basic bicycle maintenance and repair tips. Bring your bike and get it ready for a summer of fun.
Motorcycle Safety Training
Fourth Street Campus, Room B1
Instructor: Dave Mills
Fee: $270
CRN: 50232 Sec. 1
April 25-27, Fri., 6-9:30 pm; Sat., 7:30am-4:30pm; Sun., 7:30am-12:30pm
CRN: 50233 Sec. 2
May 3 & 4, 9am-6pm
The Basic Rider Course (BRC) is the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s introductory motorcycle riding course. It is paced for beginners and satisfies the AZ State requirements to obtain a motorcycle endorsement should the student successfully complete the course.
The BRC gives the student an opportunity to learn proper methods at a measured pace in non-threatening, controlled conditions, guided by experienced Rider Coaches who have been trained and certified by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation to teach this curriculum.
This course in intended for students who have: (1) never been on a motorcycle; (2) some experience, but no training; (3) been long time (or long since) riders who want to refresh their basic riding skills.
The class requires approximately 5 hours of classroom and 11 hours of on-range riding time. Class schedule end times may vary depending on student progress.
The motocycle, gloves and helmet will be provided to the student to use during the course.
Upon successful completion of the BRC the student receives (1) a MVD Certificate of Completion that allows them to obtain a motorcycle endorsement on their drivers license and (2) a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course completion card which may entitle them to an insurance discount.
Traveling the World with CCC –
Visiting Today's Israel
April 30 , 7-8:30pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Brian Harris
Fee: $15 CRN: 50135
Brian will guide you to Israel--a land of beauty and ancient history that you will not see on today's newscast.
Beaks to Talons – Birds for Homeschoolers
May 2, 10am-noon
LT Campus, Room 515
Instructor: Sue Minger
Fee: $10 per child (ages 8 & up); parent free CRN: 50174
Discover the unique characteristics of our local birds. A bird walk, owl pellet dissection, slide show and craft activity are all part of the fun.
Migratory Bird Celebration
May 3, 8am-3pm
Lone Tree Campus Commons
Fee: Free
A bird walk, guest speakers, childrens' activities, arts and crafts booths, refreshments and shade-grown coffee make this year's spring migration a festive event. Come and learn about our feathered friends and have the opportunity to view and purchase wildlife art.
Writing and Publishing Your First Book
May 8, 6-10pm
Lone Tree Campus, Room 505
Instructors: Bobbie Christensen
Fee: $35 CRN: 50175
This award winning author will fill you in on writing, publishing and marketing your book on a shoe-string budget. Learn how to sell your work to a publisher or self-publish, get information on ISBNs, copyright and other information. If you are a writer and are looking for publishing information, then this workshop is a must.
Building your Financial Portfolio
May 9, 6-10pm
Lone Tree Campus, Room 505
Instructors: Bobbie & Eric Christensen
Fee: $35 CRN: 50176
Retired bankers, the Christensens have appeared on PBS Smart Money and other TV and radio shows. Learn about safe investing and how to do easy research on such things as splits, dividends and other topics. They will explain investments in a way that the layman can understand.
Plant Walk & Medicine Making
May 10, 9am-5pm
Lone Tree Campus, Room 510--carpool to Cave Springs Campground
Instructor: Mike Masek
Fee: $60 CRN: 50177
Have you ever looked at a plant and wondered what it could be used for? There are several edible and medicinal plants in Oak Creek Canyon such as asparagus, bee balm, oregon grape, yucca and many others. Learn about medicinal herbs and how to identify local healing plants. Make tinctures, balms and salves in the afternoon.
Surviving Nature
May 17, 9am-noon
Lone Tree Campus
Instructor: Jon Helleson
Fee: $30 CRN: 50185
If you are a hiker, biker, hunter or just like being outdoors, there is always the possibilty of getting lost or stranded. Would you know how to keep warm, find food and water or find your way to safety? From learning which plants are edible to how to make rope from plant fibers, this hands-on workshop may save your life.
Flat Weave Tapestry Rug Techniques
May 19-23, 9am-4pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Joanne Tallarovic
Fee: $350+ $20 notebook fee CRN: 50217
This workshop is an introduction to tapestry techniques on the floor loom to produce weft-face rugs. Using interlock, turn lock, and slits, each student will weave arrangements of squares, crosses, stars, diamonds, vertical and horizontal lines. This five day comprehensive workshop is for beginning through advanced students.
