Portland
Community Education’s Spring Activity Guide
Call 517-647-2987to enroll
Dog Obedience
Tired of being
walked by your dog? Showing techniques
and basic house hold obedience will assist you in getting your favorite furry
companion under control. Bring vaccination records, 6 foot non-chain lead a
choker to the first night of class.
Large dogs must be at least four months old and small dogs must be at
least six months old. *Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. Class is held on the Community Education
lawn.
Wednesday, 4/2 6wks
6:00-7:00 $50
Beginning Computers
This class is for the novice
who would like to know more about many computing topics. You will learn about the Microsoft Windows
operating system, use a Word Processing program to create and work with
documents; and look at other programs that are included with your
computer. We will also do plenty on the
Internet, learning how to use the Web and visit and use websites, search for
information, learn how to buy and sell on Ebay, use
the resources of Yahoo! and Google, set up and use an Email account, and
more. Guaranteed to make you a better
and more confident computer user. Classis
held in the computer lab in the Adult and Community Education building.
Wednesday, 2/13 8 wks $100 6:00-8:00
Microsoft Word
Word Processing is the basic business productivity skill
that all computer users should learn, and the most widely used program for this
in business by far is Microsoft Word.
The emphasis in this class will be on the skills needed to do most basic
word processing tasks: creating, editing, and formatting documents using the
tools available in Microsoft Word. Learn
to cut and paste, drag and drop, save and print, check your spelling, and much
more. Skill with a typewriter or
keyboard is helpful but not necessary for this course.
Wednesday 4-16, 8 wks $100 6:00-8:00
Microsoft Excel
This class covers many of the basic tasks involved in creating and editing workbooks in Microsoft Excel, the highly-used business productivity application. Entering data into worksheets, writing formulas and using worksheet functions, formatting and manipulating data, and charting and graphing worksheets are topics included in this introductory look at the Excel program.
Monday, 4/14 8wks
$100 6:00-8:00
Couples Dance Class
Couples,
beginners, and dancers! Music is
magic. Enter the magic with us as you
move from swing, 2 stepping, polkas, waltz, Latin styles and more. Enjoy a night out as you learn to dance and add
fun new moves. Class is held at
Thursday, 1/29 8 wks 7:00-9:00 $50
Mystery
Shopping Consultants
Getting paid to shop, dine and travel – does it get any
better! Believe it or not, it’s
possible! Mystery shopping is growing in popularity and it is perfect for
anyone who would like a fun way to supplement their current income.
Participants will learn what mystery shopping, merchandising, auditing and exit
interviews are as well as what skills are required, how to apply, secure
assignments, and fill out reports. Monday, 1/ 21 6:30-8:00 $21
One Night
CPR
and First Aid
American Red Cross combines
CPR and First Aid into one class. Learn how to respond to and carry out
an emergency action plan. Class includes
adult, child and infant CPR along with choking, caring for injuries, shock,
burns, muscles, joints and bones. Call
today to reserve your spot as seating is limited. First Aid students must
attend on the 11th and 18th, CPR students must attend on
the 11th and 13th.
March 11, 13
and 18th 6:00-9:00 $50
Energy Saving Tips
FREE
Rising
energy costs have us all thinking about using energy more efficiently. Get some
simple energy-saving tips that can help you make the most of your electricity
dollar at home. Learn how heat pumps – geothermal or air-to-air – can help keep
your family comfortable year-round without breaking the budget. We even offer
links to on-line home energy audits that give you specific ideas to improve
YOUR home’s energy efficiency. Offered by
Homework’s Tri County Electric
Wednesday 3/12 1
night 6:00-7:30 Free
Introduction to Genealogy
Who
are your long lost ancestors? You’ll
know soon as Jim Moses helps you discover how to collect family data through
interviews, the internet, census, marriage and death records and other types of
research material. There is something for beginners as well as the advanced
researcher. Bring a friend and the 2nd person is free!
Thursday 3/6 8wks 7:00-9:00 $40
Babysitting Clinic
Know what to expect and what is expected of you when babysitting.
Class will cover child development, bottle feeding, first aid and more. Please
bring a teddy bear to class so you can practice diapering. Students must be at
least 11 years old. Class size is limited, so call today to register. Students
must attend all three classes.
April 15, 16
and 22 6:00 – 8:00 $35
Debt Free
Living
How would
you like to pay off your credit cards and car in 1-3 years, and then pay off
your 30 year mortgage in another 3-4 years, saving more than $100,000 in interest
payments! You can be on your way to financial independence with just your
current income. Learn specific powerful and proven strategies that work. Bring a list of your debts with balances and
monthly payments and during class develop your own confidential debt
elimination plan that you can implement immediately. Your work book is included, but please bring
a pocket calculator.
Wednesday,
March 26 OR Tuesday, April 22
6:00-9:00
1 night $40 person/ $50 couple
Drawing is Fun Free
New Class
Learn
how to draw with the right side of your brain. In this class we
will learn how to draw with pencil, charcoal, and
pastels. Create a masterpiece by learning how to see the
basic shapes of all the objects around you. We will
complete two exercises and a final piece of artwork. This class is
free of charge and is for children ages 6-13. Class is held in the Art room at Oakwood.
Monday, 2/18 1
night 4-5:30 FREE
Beginning Water Color Class New
Class
This is a five week course that starts at 6:30 and ends at 8pm. Join your fello w beginner artists and learn how to paint with water color. The fun begins when you learn about color theory, mood, light design and a bit of art history. Get ready to learn several painting techniques and finish at least two masterpieces. You can purchase a beginning supply kit for $28.00 from the instructor. Class is presented by Katherine Booker.
Monday 2/11 5 wks 6:30-8:00
$60 plus supply fee paid to the instructor
Beginning Acrylic Painting
New Class
This is a five week course that starts at 6:30 and ends at 8pm. Join your fellow beginner artists and learn how to paint with acrylic paints. This class will guide you step by step, from your first brush stroke to the final detail. Get ready to learn several painting techniques and finish at least two masterpieces. Cost of class is $60 plus supplies. You can purchase a beginning supply kit for $28.00 from the instructor. Class presented by Katherine Booker.
Monday 4/21 5wks 6:30-8:00
$60 plus supply fee paid to the instructor