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Intro to Sewing
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Intro to Sewing

$110

with Stacy Owen, Dan Toomre, Katie Champlin

Calendar Apr 5, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Learn the basics of cutting fabric, using a sewing machine, and the stitches available on most machines.
Electronic Soldering
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Electronic Soldering

$100

with Tomas Amadeo

Calendar Apr 5, 2025 at 2 pm, runs for 1 week

Learn soldering, a critical skill for making electronic circuits.

Hand Embroidery

$130

with Dan Toomre

Calendar Apr 9, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 2 weeks
Learn the basics of hand embroidery, including simple thread painting techniques, ways to work with a reference, and how to pick colors with confidence.
Intro to Weaving
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Intro to Weaving

$135

with Margaret B. Russell

Calendar Apr 12, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Learn the steps of making a small quilt from start to finish. Emphasis on completion, not perfection!

Basket Making: Beginning Basketry for First Time and Returning Students

$95

with Kimberley Harding

Calendar Apr 13, 2025 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week

Make an attractive, functional item while learning the basics of basketry.

Intro to Sewing

$110

with Stacy Owen, Dan Toomre, Katie Champlin

Calendar Apr 13, 2025 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week
Learn the basics of cutting fabric, using a sewing machine, and the stitches available on most machines.
Peg Loom Weaving
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Peg Loom Weaving

$125

with Margaret B. Russell

Calendar Apr 26, 2025 at 10 am

Intro to Public Speaking

$90

with Steve Alpren

Calendar Apr 28, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks
The goal of Introduction to Public Speaking and Communications is to provide caring, professional, and patient instruction, forging successful confidence-building. You will learn why we get uncomfortable “on stage” and attain proven techniques to be a better communicator. You will receive candid feedback in a trusting environment. Whether you are preparing for a job interview or simply wish to become a more confident communicator, this course is for you.




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