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If you need additional information about any of our Personal Enrichment courses, please contact

Stacy France
Stacy France at
1.800.447.4091, ext. 497
stacyf@southwesterncc.edu

or

Mindy Conner
Mindy Conner at
1.800.447.4091, ext. 272

mindyc@southwesterncc.edu


 

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Continuing Education
Summer 2009 Schedule of Classes

 

Personal Enrichment

In this section:
» Arts & Crafts
» Dance
»
General Interest
»
Language
»
Living Green
»
Kids College

Personal Enrichment classes are conducted on a self-supporting basis, registration fees cover the costs of the class, no refunds or age exemptions are possible.

Continuing Ed Schedule of Classes
Arts and Crafts

Beginner Watercolor Pencil Workshop: This 3 hour workshop will teach you the variety of uses with this unique, environmentally friendly medium. Beginners will learn how to draw, create washes, and incorporate other techniques to the creative process; as well as learn how easily all supplies can be transported in a portable backpack. All supplies are included.
• SCC, Macon Campus T 6/23 $26

Acrylic Painting: Do you have the desire to paint landscapes, still life, flowers, animals or people? If so, this class is for you. Create beautiful works of art using acrylic paint. This class is structured for intermediate to advanced, but beginners are welcome. On the first night students should bring their own supplies along with a project of choice. Future projects and supplies will also be discussed on the first night of class.
• SCC Swain Center
      M 6/1-7/6 6-9pm...E.DeHart $61
• SCC, Swain Center
       M 7/13-8/17 6-9P E. DeHart $61

Build A Bookcase: In this beginner woodworking course, each student will construct a 5’ 10 ½ “ tall by 24” wide by 10” deep bookcase of pine. The wood will be precut by the instructor. You will learn how to choose lumber, measure and mark materials, nail up the case, use a nail set, and finish your bookcase. Many skills learned will be transferable to other woodworking projects. You end up with a nice, solid bookcase suitable for a den. No additional material fee. Bring safety glasses and a hammer.
• SCC, Jackson Campus
      M 6/22-7/20 6-8P B. Smith $66

Simplicity of Water Color: In this four day workshop we will enjoy exploring color theory, mixing and overlaying colors. Many watercolor techniques such as masking, splattering, sponging and stippling will be discussed while demonstrated. Come and experience the simple beauty of this medium.Students must call in at least one week prior to class date to pre-register. Additional fee for material.
• SCC, Jackson Campus
      MTWTh 6/8-6/11 10-N K. Rowe $50
• SCC, Cashiers Center
      MTWTh 6/22-6/25 10-N K. Rowe $50
• SCC, Macon Campus
      MTWTh 7/13-7/16 10-N K. Rowe $50
• SCC, Swain Center
      MTWTh 7/27-7/30 10-N K. Rowe $50

Discover the Art of Silk Painting and Batik: Learn this fascinating and beautiful medium as Kathy Rowe discusses and demonstrates dyeing and resist methods in silk painting and batik. We will discover the endless possibilities for creating unique pieces of art. Students must call in at least one week prior to class date to pre-register. Additional fee for material.
• SCC, Jackson Campus
      MTWTh 6/8-6/11 1-3P K. Rowe $50
• SCC, Cashiers Center
      MTWTh 6/22-6/25 1-3P K. Rowe $50
• SCC, Macon Campus
      MTWTh 7/13-7/16 1-3P K. Rowe $50
• SCC, Swain Center
      MTWTh 7/27-7/30 1-3P K. Rowe $50

Dance

Beginning Clogging: This session will focus on Southern Appalachian style clogging. Students will learn the eight basic movements which will then be combined to form the three basic steps. Reading and understanding cue sheets and routines will be presented along with a brief history of clogging and its various forms.
• SCC, Swain Center
      Th 6/18-7/30 6:30-7:30P D. Conklin $29

Beginner Plus Clogging: The basic knowledge of the beginning level is required in this session as students will begin combinations of clogging steps and be introduced to more complex steps such as the ‘rocking chair’, ‘charleston’, or ‘karate steps’. Students will participate in some of the various form/formations of clogging.
• SCC,Swain Center
      Th 8/6-9/10 6:30-7:30P D. Conklin $29

Beginning Swing Dance/ Jitterbug: Swing dancing is a fun way to get in shape and to meet new people! This class is an introduction to East Coast swing or Jitterbug. We will learn the basic six-count pattern and begin working on triple-time. Taught by Heidi Turlington. Come with or without a partner. Wear comfortable, soft-bottom shoes.
• SCC, Jackson Campus
      Th 6/11-7/23 6:45-7:45P H. Turlington $60

Lindy Hop I: Lindy Hop is a fast and fun version of swing dancing that is based on an eight-count pattern of footwork. This class will cover the basics of lindy hop and related dance styles. No dance experience necessary. Come with or without a partner.
• SCC, Jackson Campus
      Th 6/11-7/23 8-9P H. Turlington $60

Shag Dance: Learn the basic steps of the shag to some vintage beach music. This class promises to be a lot of fun for anyone who likes to dance or wants to learn! Partners and comfortable shoes are suggested.
• SCC, Jackson Campus
      M 8/24-9/21 6-7:30P C. Brown $48

General Interest

Flipping Homes- How to locate, buy, renovate and sell homes profitably: (6 hrs.) Topics will include finding an opportunity, evaluating its profit potential, locating lenders, renovating, staging and selling the home.
• SCC, TBA
      M,W 6/15-6/17 6-9P Robert Holt $35

Container Gardening: Grow fresh veggies and herbs right on your patio, no garden plot needed! Come join this fun, informative, hands-on class and spend a few hours discovering how to create your very own take home edible container garden. Participants are encouraged to bring gloves. Hand-outs and all materials will be provided.
• SCC, Swain Center
      M 6/22 4-6P B. Lipkin $27
• SCC, Cashiers Center
      W 6/24 4-6P B. Lipkin $27

Paint-A-Wall: In this class you will learn how to paint an interior house wall the fast, easy, professional way. With this method, it is easy for one person to paint an entire house in two days. Rollers and brushes will be used. We’ll cover the safety aspects and you’ll learn how to judge paint and tools. Bring safety glasses.
• SCC, Jackson Campus
      T 7/14 6-9P B. Smith $19

Professional Interior Design: This course will explore the skills used by professional designers. Design principles are universal facts. They are foundational to fine art. Learn about the common use denominators of form, texture, and color. This instruction will enable you to use your imagination with skill and inspiration to confidentially create rooms with unique originality. You may even discover new career directions in related fields of design. Self-Supporting.
• SCC, Cashiers Center
      T 6/16-8/4 7-8:30P J. Jones $65

Sustainable Gardening: Spend an afternoon discovering sustainable gardening and leave with your own edible container garden. We will begin with a tour of Pomme de Terre Farm and have a discussion on farmland preservation, sustainable gardening, soil building and other useful information. Participants are encouraged to bring a snack and gloves. After the discussion, each person will create his/her very own “sustainable” edible container to take home and enjoy. Hand-outs and all materials will be provided.
• SCC, Jackson Campus
      T 6/16 4-7P B. Lipkin $33
      Sa 6/20 2-5P B. Lipkin $33

Language

Basic Conversational Spanish: This class is designed for the beginner who wants to learn basic vocabulary related to everyday work or social situations. The class will be structured around the needs of the class.
• SCC, Macon Annex
       T 6/9-7/28 6-9P J. Alonso $72

Beginning Spanish Level I: Beginner Spanish- Level I provides the foundation upon which future levels will be based. The focus of this level is to learn proper pronunciation as well as the basic structure of the language. Present-tense verb conjugations are considered as well as the correct formation of sentences, negative sentences, and questions. There will be some conversation practice. Latin American cultural differences will also be discussed, which will definitely help those who are planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking Latin America country.
• SCC, Jackson Campus
       Th 6/25-8/20 6:15-9:15P G. Rainone $81

Living Green

Frugal Living: Do you want to keep money in your pocket? If so, this is the class for you. You will learn to save money in general and specifically on groceries, energy, clothing and raising children. We will cover one of the four topics in each class to get you on the road to saving money and living frugally.
• SCC, Macon Annex
       T 7/7-7/28 5:30-6:30P J. Baldwin $11

Green Money & Energy Saving Methods: This workshop will cover green eating, green transportation and other green living concepts. You will learn how to install a setback thermostat, how to check tire pressure, how to check your home’s insulation, how to caulk the professional way and much more.
• SCC, Jackson Campus
       Th 8/6 6-8P B. Smith $8

Kids College

Computer Camp: This course will cover several areas of computing; spreadsheets, word processing and graphics art packages. We will look at ways to use spreadsheets to figure out your favorite team stats, your grade averages and your budget. Then we’ll look at ways to use word processing not only for homework, but for journals and blogging. Next, we will use presentation software to create animated homework presentations and reports as well as some poster and journal art. All work and computer access will be closely supervised and common sense computer security will be emphasized. Creativity in making your own personal projects is encouraged! Other topics, such as organizing your music files, etc. will be covered if time allows. This course is designed for ages 10-16.
• SCC, Jackson Campus
       MTWTh 6/8-6/11 1-4P P. Myler $55+$5 TF

 

 


 
 
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