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Working With And Organizing Your Documents on Windows 10 and 11 TECH 122.51, CRN 17150

$20
Calendar Jan 20, 2026 at 11 am

The instructor will show you how to save files with Microsoft Word and your free installed Windows 10 and 11 word processors. We will also cover how to create a PDF file and why we would use them. You will see how to view, organize, and find your documents, as well as place them on flash drives, external drives, and the cloud. We’ll explore features to preview documents without opening them and attach documents to your e mail for sending. Learn all these features in the Zoom classroom! Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class. (Not for Apple/Mac users.)

All About Pictures - Finding, Organizing, Editing, and Saving on Your Computer! TECH 121.51, CRN 17156

$20
Calendar Jan 20, 2026 at 12 pm

During this class you will learn how to manage pictures on your computer. Also, find out how to name, rename, and move pictures into folders to get organized. We will take a look at using the Photo Gallery and minor editing of pictures, such as cropping and making enhancements. We will use pictures for desktop backgrounds and insert a picture into Microsoft Word to manipulate for flyers, invitations, and other printed materials. This is a great class held over Zoom. (Not for Apple/Mac users.) Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.

AI (Ai) for Older Adults – So Easy and Practical! TECH 115.51, CRN 17142

$20
Calendar Jan 22, 2026 at 11 am

Are you curious about AI? Then this class is for you! (Older adults will find this class very rewarding!) We will explore the practical benefits of using a basic form of AI called ChatGPT. Find quick written solutions to problems based on your exact needs. Generate personalized text in seconds for invitations, letters, and any other materials you are looking to create. AI will quickly generate any text for you based on your interest. Take your search, research, inquiries, and answers to questions to a whole new level! Also, never worry about grammar and spelling errors again! You will be amazed at how user friendly this session will be. Take this class; you won’t be disappointed! Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.

Learn The Basics Of PowerPoint For Zoom TECH 128.51, CRN 17157

$20
Calendar Jan 27, 2026 at 4 pm

You can create eye catching presentations with PowerPoint! Explore the PowerPoint interface and see presentations from simple stock designs. Learn to easily apply themes, animate text, and insert images. See how to create text boxes and enhance a presentation by adding animations and transitions. Finally, view the actual presentation as seen by your audience and get a few tips and tricks to design presentations for maximum impact. (We do not show how to share PowerPoint in Zoom during this class. Not for Apple/Mac users.) Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.

Excel For The Absolute Beginner TECH 123.51, CRN 17151

$20
Calendar Jan 29, 2026 at 11 am

Instructor will demonstrate how to navigate and interface with Excel’s basic features. See how to create a simple contact list. You will view how to use calculations such as AutoSum and see how to generate simple formulas. Also, learn to use the fill handle, sort existing data, merge and center, move cells and ranges, and wrap text. Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.

Wine Taste: Winter Red Wines FOOD 105.51, CRN 17182

$79
Calendar Jan 29, 2026 at 6 pm
Learn more about earthy, robust red wines perfect for winter. We'll taste red wines from around the world and learn more about certain types of red wine grapes that pair well with hearty foods perfect for long winter nights. Dinner is not provided. Instructor Ken Ross.

Piano for Pleasure: Private Lessons for Adults EXPR 009.51, CRN 15249

$164
Calendar Feb 2, 2026 at 3:30 pm
It's never too late to learn to play the piano! Learn key names, body/hand position, scales, chords, rhythmic values and note reading in a relaxed environment. Uncover a variety of musical styles, including 12 bar blues. Must have access to a piano or keyboard for practice of weekly assignment. "Play Piano Now" (#17193) published by Alfred, is available at music stores or on-line and needed for the first lesson. Upon registration, the instructor will contact you regarding a time slot. Instructor: Marie Meder. No Class on February 16

Introduction to Acrylics: Expressive Studies ARTS 055.51, CRN 16981

$189
Calendar Feb 2, 2026 at 6:15 pm
Acrylics are an easy and versatile medium. You can create paintings similar to the old Masters’ oils or watercolors. You can even embrace a more modern aesthetic by adding more sculptural elements or by using special effects medium. In the first class you will experiment with brush vs palette knife paintings. This class will focus on color blocking and creating several quick, painterly paintings. In following classes, you will put use what you learned create 36 finished paintings of different. All levels welcome but class is geared to beginners. Materials NOT included but typically cost $100. The list of materials will be emailed to students after registration. No class February 16. Instructor Melissa Pandina.




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