2014 winter catalog of adult classes

a program of

Winter 2014

We’ve got a class

for that!

www.bvsd.org/lll

artslanguage

travelcomputers

cooking

follow your path. Discover your passion. enrich your life.

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business 3 Computers

6 money

7 Cpr/FirstAid

creative 8 VisuAlArts

13 musiC

14 dAnCe&theAtre

14 Writing

life&home 16 Food&drink

17 mind/body

18 house&gArden

20 FAmily &relAtionships

20 heAlth&Fitness

small world 21 lAnguAge

&Culture

22 trAVel

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BVSD Lifelong Learning provides opportunities for enrichment and discovery through a community of learners and instructors. Our instructors are professionals in the community with knowledge to share. We strive for educational excellence and serve the whole family by providing high-quality offerings for the BVSD community and beyond. Lifelong Learning is committed to meeting the needs of a diverse population and strengthening the bond between community members and the schools.

lifelong learning staffDr. Melinda Groom|Director/Community School Program

Kim Black|Lifelong Learning Manager

Carol Brackman|Adult Program Coordinator

Kathleen Seyler|Kids & Teens Program Coordinator

Ivy Lee|Marketing Coordinator

Marla Riley|CSP Specialist

Mary Lynch|Catalog Designer

The Lifelong Learning catalog is produced by the BVSD Community School Program.

cover image: © dean mitchell / iStock.com

featuressurftheinternetlikeatwenty-something,3

speedreading,5

maximizingsocialsecurity,6

Cpr/FirstAidtraining,7

Classicalportraits,9

bas-reliefsculpture,11

screenwritingin3days,15

Chocolate,Chocolate!16

secretsofaCiAChef,17

springContainergarden,18

survivalistseries,19

720.561.5968 / 6500 E. Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO 80303 Office Hours: Mon — Fri, 8:30am to 4:30pmRegister anytime at www.bvsd.org/lll

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computers

microsoft Word 2010 for everyonethis class is designed to make beginners proficient and non-beginners efficient. the tips, tricks, and shortcuts we cover will make this class worthwhile for most users. learn to create, format, print, save and retrieve documents, change fonts, insert sym-bols and more. We will then move on to more ad-vanced features including hyperlinks, tabs and in-dents, numbered and bulleted lists, borders and shading, and headers and footers. Prerequisite: ba-sic knowledge of Windows or proficiency using a mac. this class will be taught on Pcs. open office users can take this class with a laptop. u Diana Ba-ranauskas, owner of PC Obedience, has 20 years of experience teaching all levels of students, from the nervous novice to the accomplished operator. She is known for her patience and humor.

> Wed 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Jan 15 – Feb 19$195 / new vista high School / 6 sessions

computer hygieneare you worried about viruses? trojans? Spyware? is your computer not working up to par? there are steps that you can take to keep your computer run-ning smoothly and efficiently. discover how to use the preloaded utility programs on your Windows computer that will keep it running as happily as possible. learn which files can be safely deleted and then discover your Scan disk, disk defrag-menter, and Back-up programs. Basic Windows experience required. Feel free to bring your laptop to class. u Diana Baranauskas (see Microsoft Word 2010 for Everyone)

> thu 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / mar 13$55 / new vista high School / 1 session

adobe photoshop explore the creative possibilities that Photoshop has to offer. in this hands-on class for beginners, students receive practical lessons in color correc-tions, combining two or more images, and better black-and-white conversions from color. learn how to retouch images and understand how to get bet-ter prints and Web images. mysteries like layers, resolution, masking, filters, and adjustment layers will be explained so that you can take your images to the next level. no “geek speak” will be used and you will get all of your questions answered in clear, understandable language. u Bill Guy is a professional photographer and Photoshop Certified Expert with more than 20 years of experience in both film and digital photography. He is a popular and sought-after Photoshop teacher in Northern Colorado.

> Wed 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm / Feb 12 – mar 5$145 / arapahoe campus / 4 sessions

QuickBooks professional 2012tired of keeping shoeboxes full of receipts? this is the class for you! QuickBooks can help you more easily manage your business accounting. learn to set up this program with simple forms (for checks, paychecks, bills, estimates, invoices, and receiving payments). You will then be able to generate the reports that you need to stay on top of things. We will also go over routine monthly, quarterly, and an-nual accounting tasks. this class will be tailored as closely as possible to the needs of the participants. Bring your laptop if you wish. u Diana Baranauskas (see Microsoft Word 2010 for Everyone)

> Sat 10:00 am - 2:00 pm / Feb 22 – mar 8$175 / new vista high School / 3 sessions

business

surftheinternetlikeatwenty-somethingSearching on the internet will be the focus of this geared-toward-everyone class. learn the tricks that will help you find information faster than, yes, an “internet generation” kid. let a modern librarian take you into the internet age with confidence. if you thought you could use the internet effectively, you’ll be astonished at how much better you will surf!

u Cheyne Keith, Master’s in Information and Teaching Technology and with many years of practical computer education and librarianship, will bring both the technophobic student and the normally competent surfer way forward in their data and information finding skills.

> tue 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm / Jan 14 – Jan 21 / $75 / Platt middle / 2 sessions

business

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Basic technology skills for the non-technicalStart from the very beginning! this hands-on class will start with a basic review of how to talk to your computer using both a mouse and a keyboard, and what a Windows desktop is and how to make it uniquely yours. We will then learn the basics of “copy and paste” to use for emailing and many other programs. We’ll learn how to find information on your computer, a network or the web, how to use browsers and search for information, how to view your results, and how to clean up after your sessions. lastly, you’ll learn about security and how to create the perfect password! u Diana Baranaus-kas (see Microsoft Word 2010 for Everyone)

A > tue 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Feb 4 – Feb 11$95 / new vista high School / 2 sessions

B > Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm / mar 15 – mar 22$95 / new vista high School / 2 sessions

intro to Windowslearn all the basics of using computers with the Windows 7 operating system. the differences be-tween Windows XP, Windows 7, and Windows 8 will be discussed in class. We will start with an overview of the hardware and accessories, includ-ing the mouse, keyboard, and desktop. then, we will learn about files, folders, windows, menus, shortcuts, starting and switching applications, or-ganizing the hard drive, and accessing the internet. You will gain basic skills needed in today’s comput-er-dependent world. no computer experience is required. Bring your laptop if you prefer, but it’s not necessary. u Diana Baranauskas (see Microsoft Word 2010 for Everyone)

> mon, Wed 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Feb 24 – mar 3$145 / new vista high School / 3 sessions

Beginning excel 2010is your desktop or computer cluttered with infor-mation? it’s time to learn how you can use excel and the power of spreadsheets to help organize and make sense of it all. learn how to create a new spreadsheet and how to decipher an existing one, the difference between a formula and a value, how excel calculates, and how to create accurate and easy to read reports. You will also build graphs and learn to find and analyze information in a database. managing information can be easy and even inter-esting! this class is for beginners, but those who have spreadsheet skills will pick up some short-cuts. u Diana Baranauskas (see Microsoft Word 2010 for Everyone)

> Sat 9:00 am - 1:00 pm / Jan 25 – Feb 15$165 / new vista high School / 4 sessions

excel 2Beyond the Basicsif you recently completed the Beginning excel class, or already have knowledge of excel basics and want to go further, then this is the class for you! learn more advanced material while continu-ing to practice and refine your beginner’s skills. You’ll get the keys to fully explore excel, including how to use the all-important Function reference, “automatic colors,” and add drop-down boxes to your tables. We’ll go deeper into using equations and learn about that critical $-sign inside equa-tions. it’s time to take the next step and continue using the power of excel. a $5 materials fee is pay-able to the instructor at the first class. u Bill Her-manson has been using spreadsheets professionally for 30 years and teaching Excel since 2008. Now the owner of Excel Expert, LLC, Bill is fond of saying (and he can prove it) that he can make Excel do anything!

> tue 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm / Jan 14 – Feb 4$155 / casey middle / 4 sessions

apple ipadthe Basics and morenew and basic users are only scratching the sur-face of the iPad’s amazing capabilities. Whether for personal or business use, on the road or at home, this class will provide skills never imagined. We will cover the ioS interface and setup, a wide variety of uses, applicable apps, productivity, man-aging internet connections, troubleshooting, prod-ucts to expand the capabilities of iPad and much more. Please bring your own iPad and make sure it is running version ioS7. u BJ Strass brings a rich background with 30+ years of Apple product experi-ence. As an Apple employee, BJ served as a Business Consultant, Trainer and Technician. He is the owner of MacEducator, an independent Apple products training and tech support company.

> tue 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / mar 11 – mar 18$115 / Southern hills middle / 2 sessions

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all things googlemany of us use google on a regular basis, but do we know how to maximize its potential? learn how to create documents and collaborate in google drive, organize your life with google calendar, ef-ficiently communicate with gmail, and create your own website with google Sites. the focus of this course is making your life easier through the use of these powerful and effective tools. the skills learned will be applicable to both your business and personal lives. all participants should come with their google username and password. u Jared Riesel is a technology enthusiast, Spanish teacher at Fairview High School, and official BVSD “Google Nin-ja.” He is known for his clear, concise, and fun instruc-tion for all levels of learners.

A > Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 15 – Jan 29$95 / monarch high School / 3 sessions

B > thu 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Feb 27 – mar 13$95 / casey middle / 3 sessions

gmail 101lots of people have a gmail account, but they don’t know enough about its extensive capabilities. go beyond receiving and answering emails; learn how to make messages look special, use spellcheck and attach files. can you find email attachments that you downloaded without opening the original mes-sage, or an email that has disappeared? this class will help make your gmail life easier. You will also learn how to set up your gmail account in outlook, mozilla, or live mail, and learn to effectively use tasks and the calendar. Students should bring their gmail username and password. u Diana Ba-ranauskas (see Microsoft Word 2010 for Everyone)

> thu 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Feb 20$55 / new vista high School / 1 session

apple macintosh os Xapple’s oS X operating system is reliable, powerful, intuitive and virus resistant. although new users can pick up a few basics on their own, to get the most power and efficiency from your mac, it is best to learn the “apple” way of use. learn to save time, learn shortcuts, and increase efficiency and effec-tiveness. explore navigation, files, documents, ilife software, customization, and much more. this class is particularly useful for former Pc Windows users. Please bring your own mac laptop with ver-sion oS X 10.9. a $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u BJ Strass (see Apple iPad)

> Wed 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Feb 19 – mar 5$175 / Southern hills middle / 3 sessions

introduction to adobe lightroom 5adobe lightroom is becoming the go-to software program for photographers in this digital world. Built on the same platform as the Photoshop cam-era raw Processor, it can transform your images from snapshots to great shots. But, as with most digital programs, it can be daunting. the instructor will walk you through uploading, organizing, and processing your images. Plus, it offers so much more, including fine-tuning your shots, minor touch-ups, and one click presets. it will even send images to your lab or make a professional-looking photo book. u Bill Guy (see Adobe Photoshop)

> thu 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Feb 13 – mar 6$145 / arapahoe campus / 4 sessions

get a leg up in the workplace.speed readingincrease speed, comprehension and retention

imagine reading two, three, or even four times faster, and remembering it! Speed reading is a proven system that will double (as a start) your reading speed, comprehension, and retention. You will learn to zip through books, technical docu-ments, reports, magazines, course books and more. Students of all ages leave this class with the power to save time, in-crease retention and enjoy reading more. if you can read, you can read faster! a $17 materials fee is payable to the in-structor at class for a 75-page comprehensive workbook.

u Elizabeth Gold, of To The Point training and development, in-creases the success of individuals and organizations through employee performance and skill development. Her training focus includes creativity, leadership, and customer service, as well as time management, business writing, and team building.

> Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm / Feb 15 – Feb 22$135 / new vista high School / 2 sessions


money

You’re on the airlearn how to make it in voice-overs today! With many celebrities lending their voices to commer-cials, films, and videos, one would think that it would be next to impossible to break into this field. not so. in this class, you’ll learn about an exciting new way to get around the competition and actu-ally turn voice-overs into a thriving full- or part-time business. We will discuss the numerous opportuni-ties and income potential in this field, voice-over technique, and the all-important demo and how to produce it. You’ll step up to the microphone to do some practice recording, and best of all, hear the results! u Jillian Nielsen is an expressive voice talent with more than 15 years of experience in radio and television commercial and promotional voice-overs. She recently finished work for two websites and on-hold phone messages, and is currently working on multiple e-learning narration courses.

> thu 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Feb 20$59 / Southern hills middle / 1 session

retirement plans for small Business owners and the self-employeddoes your retirement savings need a jump-start? are you wondering how to create the most with what you have? if you own a small business, or are a self-employed consultant, there are many oppor-tunities to create a secure retirement program. this class will cover iras, roth iras, 401(k) plans, roth 401(k) plans, 403(b) plans, 457 plans, SeP iras, Simple iras, Single-person and owner-only 401(k) plans, and more. We will also review the new disclosure laws relating to 401(k) plans. these plans offer savings opportunities of $150,000+ per year. come and learn which is the best retirement plan for your unique situation. u Robert Pyle, CFP®, has an MBA in Finance from CU Boulder and CFA professional designations. He is a frequent contribu-tor to the Boulder County Business Report and has appeared on 9News. Robert founded Diversified As-set Management, Inc. in 1996.

> tue 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 14 – Jan 28$89 / casey middle / 3 sessions

teacher and public employee retirement planning (pera)this informative seminar covers the basics of re-tirement planning if you are a teacher or public employee. Session includes strategies for maximiz-ing your Pera benefits. You will learn about coor-dinating Social Security and Pera benefits, survi-vor benefits, and how other retirement plans of-fered to employees may fit in (457, 401k, 403b, etc). u Koren Vining (see Maximizing Social Security with Savvy Planning)

> mon 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / mar 3$15 / Southern hills middle / 1 session

maximizing social security with savvy planning after being told for years that Social Security is “going broke,” baby boom-ers are wondering what they will actually collect. Join us for this informative seminar that will cover the basics of Social Security and reveal strategies to maximize your benefits. get some answers to questions such as: Will Social Security be there for me? how can i maximize my benefits? Will it be enough for retirement? You will learn the five factors to consider before applying for benefits, how to coordinate spousal benefits and other sources of retire-ment income, how to minimize taxes, and so much more.

u Koren Vining, BA in Economics from Whitman College, is securities licensed in 35 states and life insurance licensed in four states. She currently leads a team of representatives in her Denver office, where she has been a manager for six years.

> thu 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Feb 27 / $15 / Southern hills middle / 1 session

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the aBcs of conservative investingWould you like an easy to understand financial plan from a more conservative point of view? this class is for anyone who worries about outliving their re-tirement income. First, you will identify the level of risk that you are willing to take and compare your current investments to this level. then, you’ll learn how to reallocate your retirement money, if appro-priate, so that you will have the ideal amount avail-able for both sunny and rainy days, plus invested money for growth. leave class with a financial plan that makes you feel empowered and secure. a ma-terials fee of $15 is payable to the instructor for a book and dvd. u Paul Kleinman is an independent financial advisor licensed by the State of Colorado. The company that he founded, Rocky Mountain Finan-cial Network, is accredited by the Better Business Bureau and enjoys its highest A+ rating.

> tue 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm / Feb 4 – Feb 18$89 / arapahoe campus / 3 sessions

Become a voice-over artistthe BasicsWith so many commercials on tv and radio, adver-tisers are always looking for that right “voice logo” for their products or services. What does it take to be a voice-over artist? What do producers, agents, and casting directors look for in a voice actor? We will focus on copy interpretation, mic technique, the audition process, when and how to make a demo, the types of work available, and how the in-dustry has changed with regard to home studios. Students will receive either a cd or a mP3 of their recorded work from class for review and practice. a $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Brent Brace has been a voice actor, director, and educator in Los Angeles for more than two de-cades. His expertise covers TV and radio commercials, promos, movie trailers, infomercials and more. He now works nationally from his studio in Metro Denver.

> Sat 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm / Feb 15 – mar 22*$189 / Southern hills middle / 5 sessions*No class on Mar 1.

finding the Work You lovelooking for a job you love? are you working, but feel like it’s time for a change? maybe you’re unem-ployed, but either frustrated with the job search or not sure where to start? this workshop leads you through key topics that will help you achieve great-er success and happiness in your career. discover your unique strengths and talents, get tips for writ-ing winning resumes, and learn effective strategies to leverage your connections. learn how to handle those tough interview questions and sell yourself with confidence. it’s your turn for a new beginning! u Kendra Prospero owns Turning the Corner LLC, a career counseling and recruiting firm located in Boul-der. She has spent years counseling people on their careers, giving resume advice and bringing talented people together.

> Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 15 – Jan 22$145 / casey middle / 2 sessions

cpr and first aid training — adult & child —

red cross First aid and cPr training meets the needs of professional and workplace responders, professional rescuers, school staff, and healthcare providers, as well as the general public.

Participants will learn to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies, such as burns, cuts and scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck and back injuries, and heat and cold emergencies.

You will also learn how to perform cPr and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, and how to prevent, recognize, and respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies in children under 12.

u Sally Johnson taught high school science and math for more than 30 years. She is American Red Cross certified and has been teaching CPR/First Aid classes for BVSD for the past three years.

A > Sat 8:30 am - 1:30 pm / Jan 25$69 / new vista high School / 1 session

B > Sat 8:30 am - 1:30 pm / Feb 22$69 / monarch high School / 1 session


visual arts

fused glasspick Your projectin glass fusing, two or more layers of glass are cut to form a design. they are then stacked, heated in a kiln, and melted together to create unique and brilliant designs and objects. come and experience this amazing process and create four glass proj-ects of your choosing. options include fused glass bottle stoppers, bookmarks, purse holders, key rings, night lights, tea light votives, soap dishes, jewelry and more. a $45 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class for glass, adhesive, hard-ware, firing, and tool use. u Erinn Diekman, BA in Fine Art and Art Education, is a Boulder glass artist finding daily inspiration in the beautiful and vibrant colors within the landscapes of Colorado. Erinn has taught and created art in her studio for nearly 10 years.

> thu 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 16 – Jan 23$85 / casey middle / 2 sessions

fused glass flower vases and candle votivescome learn the art of fused glass while creating beautiful and unique candleholders and/or flower vases. each student will make two small pieces (appropriate for tea lights or a small bouquet) and one larger piece, about 4-5 inches in height. We will cover glass cutting, design and layering con-cepts, varieties of fusible glass, and kiln firing schedules, including fusing and slumping process-es. a $45 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class for all required materials, project firings and tool use. u Erinn Diekman (see Fused Glass: Pick Your Project)

> thu 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm / mar 6 – mar 13$85 / casey middle / 2 sessions

Drawing for people Who think they can’tUncover the drawing talent that lies right below the tips of your fingers! the ability to draw is com-mon to everyone, not just the “gifted.” What en-ables one to draw well is the ability to see well. learn to see the basic abstract elements of shape, then discover how to turn these abstractions into drawings. in the process, we will cover positive and negative space, contour drawing, composition, and design. Be prepared to have fun and be surprised at what you draw. u Chuck Ceraso, an artist with 25 years of teaching experience, studied at Notre Dame, the New Orleans Academy of Fine Art, and with Henry Hensche.

> Sat 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm / Jan 18$95 / chuck ceraso’s Studio / 1 session

Woodcarvingfor Beginning and continuing studentsreceive step-by-step instruction from a master carver. european chip carving, relief carving, and carving in the round will all be covered. the focus will be on individual projects with technical aid given by the instructor. learn how to sharpen tools, what types of wood to use, and most importantly, the safety techniques that should be employed. a $5 materials fee for wood and tool use is payable to the instructor at the first class. u Joseph Sikora was trained in Bavaria, Germany, where he worked as a professional woodcarver for many years. Joseph is a member of the Colorado Woodcarvers Club and the National Association of Woodcarvers.

A > thu 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 23 – Feb 27$169 / monarch high School / 6 sessions

B > mon 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 27 – mar 10*$169 / casey middle / 6 sessions*No class on Feb 17.

creative


Beginning Watercolor experience Jim Pedersen’s beginning watercolor series and learn everything you need to know to get started in this exciting medium. this structured class provides a solid technical foundation in wa-tercolor. Jim’s “follow-along” demonstrations in-clude wet-in-wet painting, gradation, layering, col-or theory, correction techniques, and “right-brain” painting philosophy. a complete supply package is available from Jim for $91. to reserve one, please call 303-449-6324 or email [email protected]. if you prefer to bring your own supplies, please visit www.pedersenart.com for a supply list. u Jim Pedersen, an award-winning painter whose work has been featured in Artist’s Magazine, Southwest Art Magazine, and Watercolor Magazine, has been teach-ing art for 35 years.

> tue 9:00 am - 12:00 pm / Jan 28 – mar 18$195 / 1040 dellwood ave Studios / 8 sessions

mosaics 101learn the craft of mosaics during a one-day work-shop at the instructor’s delightful studio in Pros-pect new town. create your own mosaic keepsake picture frame or 8”x8” wall art. Using a variety of materials provided by the instructor, you will learn simple techniques of cutting, gluing, and grouting fine china, art glass, half marbles and tile. in the morning, we’ll cut and glue. during our lunch break, students can visit Prospect’s fabulous restaurants and shops, then return at 2 pm to finish the grout-ing and go home with your work of art! a $55 ma-terials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Susan Wechsler, MFA, teaches and works in her beau-tiful Longmont studio. She is an avid collector of an-tique china, stained glass, figurines, tiles, and other discarded treasures which she uses to create her unique, inspiring mosaics.

> Sat 9:00 am - 3:00 pm / Feb 8$79 / half measures drive / 1 session

introduction to silversmithingpendants or ringscome and make your own beautiful pendants or rings using sterling silver. this introductory class provides a unique opportunity for anyone wishing to explore and develop the necessary technical skills for making jewelry. Participants will be intro-duced to a variety of metalsmithing tools such as: flexshafts, polishing equipment, soldering torches, hammers, and more. a $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. all tools are provided. Please bring a sack lunch. u Shelly Bohin, BFA, own-er and founder of Boulder School of Metals, has more than 25 years of experience in the jewelry making field. Shelly worked for several notable jewelers and then went on to design and produce her own distinct line of jewelry, showing in many of the top contempo-rary jewelry galleries throughout the U.S.

A > PENDANTS: Sat 10:00 am - 4:30 pm / Jan 18$115 / Boulder School of metals / 1 session

B > RINGS: Sat 10:00 am - 4:30 pm / mar 8$115 / Boulder School of metals / 1 session

introduction to Quiltinghave you ever wanted to make a quilt, but thought it would be too difficult? With the proper instruc-tion, you will find that you can master the basics of quilt making. Students will learn the steps of rotary cutting, an accurate 1/4” seam allowance, press-ing, machine piecing blocks, block layout, machine piecing rows, adding borders, types of quilting, binding, and adding a label. Students must bring their own sewing machine. u Karen Webb has been sewing, quilting and stitching since the age of four. She has taught both hand and machine quilting in Florida and Colorado through quilting clubs.

> tue 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Jan 14 – Feb 11*$125 / monarch high School / 4 sessions*No class on Jan 28.

learning to draw classical portraits from a live model or a sculpture cast is a centuries-old technique, which always gives long-lasting results. the instructor will demonstrate the three-dimensional way of rendering using three-dimensional models (simple features of plaster cast), and then apply these to the understanding of the anatomy of the head. various examples will be presented from famous masters of the renaissance. Students will also work from a live model, and focus on creating the illusion of depth and the strong light and dark contrasts. a $15 model fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.

u Ileana Barbu is classically trained in the European tradition, with more than 10 years of teaching experience. She holds an MFA from the Fine Arts Institute in Bucharest, Romania, and has taught at the Colorado Art Institute, Colorado Art Academy, Naropa Institute, Front Range Community College and CU Boulder.

> thu, tue 6 pm - 9 pm / mar 13 – apr 3 (No class Mar 25.)$210 / new vista high School / 4 sessions

classical portraits from a Live model

creative


knittingBeyond the Basicshave you learned the basics of knitting, but are tired of making yet another scarf? not sure where to go from here? take your knitting to the next level with mittens, socks, sweaters and more. learn how to read a pattern, create beautiful stitch patterns, cables, increasing, decreasing, and learn to knit in the round for mittens, leg warmers and socks. ex-pand your horizons to knit lovely new things for the rest of the cold winter months. children over the age of eight are welcome to attend with a parent who is also a student. u Eileen Christofferson (see Learn to Crochet)

> Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 15 – Feb 12$125 / arapahoe campus / 5 sessions

create Your own longaberger Basketlongaberger baskets are well-made, fancy, and expensive! Why spend your hard-earned money on these baskets when you can enjoy the process of making one yourself. Students will learn the basic weaving techniques needed to make a variety of shapes and sizes of baskets, and learn a bit of his-tory too. a $15 materials fee is payable to the in-structor at the first class. u Doug Hill (see The Atlatl, page 19)

> mon 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Jan 27 – Feb 3$99 / arapahoe campus / 2 sessions

creative Journaling and collageenhance your self-exploration, self-understanding and creative expression through journaling and art processes. learn journaling tools that will add tex-ture and color to your writing. through collage, cre-ate a set of cards that will combine images, words, and intuition into finished works of art. linking these two processes together will result in deeper writing and artistic voice. take a gentle and playful leap into discovery of your inner self. a $25 materi-als fee for a workbook, collage cards, sleeves, and special glue is payable to the instructor at class. Please bring a journal and pen to class. u Rosemary Lohndorf is a former principal and award-winning el-ementary school teacher who has taught children and adults for more than 30 years. She has been an avid journal writer for many years, and is now a certified Journal to the Self® instructor. u Laura Lyon has been a teacher of children and adults for 38 years, and has been a collage artist for decades, creating Illustrated Journals, Vision Boards, and SoulCollage® cards. She is a certified SoulCollage® Facilitator, and loves shar-ing her expertise of the SoulCollage® process.

> tue 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 21 – Feb 25$140 / laura lyon Studio / 6 sessions

learn to crochetcrochet is back in style! it can be seen in every-thing from sweaters to curtains. this fun and easy craft requires only a few basic stitches that will allow you to make a variety of projects. Starting with a chain stitch (the foundation for every proj-ect) and single crochet, we will then learn double and triple crocheting, the slip stitch, and how to turn our work for rows or crochet in-the-round for hats. learn how to determine yarn-to-hook size, gauge, add yarn, and read patterns. lastly, we will learn the importance of blocking our work. a $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Eileen Christofferson, BA, has been knitting for more than 40 years. She enjoys using a variety of yarns and needles and often creates her own patterns. Eileen has been commissioned to create pieces for everyone from babies to the elderly. She has taught knitting to students ages 10-60.

> thu 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Feb 20 – mar 20$95 / new vista high School / 5 sessions

secrets to great travel photos have you always wanted to take great travel pho-tos like the pros but didn’t know where to start? in this class, you will learn how to use creative set-tings on your camera to freeze or slow down ac-tion, how to control depth of field, the creative use of lighting, fill flash, and how to create a beautiful, full-color photo book in a week’s time. during the second half of the class, you will go outside to practice what you have learned. Bring your digital camera to class. a $5 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Ron Stern is the travel col-umnist for the San Diego Community Newspaper Net-work and editor-in-chief of JustSayGo.com. He has published hundreds of articles in publications such as the Chicago Tribune, Shape Magazine, and the Or-lando Sun-Sentinel.

> Sat 9:00 am - 1:30 pm / mar 15$95 / Southern hills middle / 1 session

paint flowers in still lifecreate the beauty of flowers in still life while learn-ing the concepts and technical applications of con-tour drawing. You will also learn how to create com-positions that emphasize strong color relation-ships. this class will focus on still life flower images beginning with a drawing demo and then instruc-tor-led supervison. after the lunch break, there will be a short painting demo prior to creating your own watercolor still life. a constructive critique of your work will be given at the end of class so you will have the necessary guidance to continue painting. u Alice Carol is an award-winning artist. She has taught for Foothills Art Center in Golden, at East Boul-der Senior Center, and at the Lafayette Library. Alice is a signature member of the Colorado Watercolor So-ciety. She has studied extensively with Charles Reid.

> thu 10:30 am - 2:30 pm / Jan 16 – Feb 13$125 / lafayette Public library / 5 sessions

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colorart, Design, and cultureJoin us on a fascinating tour of history and culture through interior design, architecture and painting. expand your world of color by learning about color theory, the elements and principles of design and art, and the effects and expressions of color in our environment and on paper. explore color psy-chology and the emotions of color associations. our tour will come alive in real time with hands-on art exercises that reveal the hidden dimension of color! all abilities are welcome and absolutely no prior art experience is necessary. u Cynthia Pea-cock is a professional designer with a background in Hospitality and Residential Interior Design. She has practiced for 20 years in locations worldwide. Cynthia enjoys sharing her knowledge and experiences with all who are interested in design, art, and culture.

> thu 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm / mar 13 – apr 3*$135 / Southern hills middle / 3 sessions*No class on Mar 27.

paint in color from Black and White photoshave you ever wanted to see how that black and white photo of your family would look in color? how about that black and white high school picture? this class will teach the process of painting black and white, or even sepia photos with color. tech-niques include pencil laying and contour drawing a composition from inside out. You will learn to relate colors to the gray scale as you paint your composi-tions using watercolors. Please bring a historic or family photo you wish to paint. u Alice Carol (see Paint Flowers in Still Life)

> thu 10:30 am - 2:30 pm / Feb 20 – mar 20$125 / lafayette Public library / 5 sessions

fused glass Bowls and condiment Disheslearn the art of fused glass while creating a pair of fused glass condiment dishes and a bowl. You will create an individualized glass bowl approximately 10 inches in size along with a pair of condiment dishes. topics will include glass cutting, design and layering concepts, varieties of fusible glass, and kiln firing schedules including fusing and slumping processes. a materials fee of $45 is payable to the instructor for all of the required materials, project firings and tool use. u Erinn Diekman (see Fused Glass: Pick Your Project)

> thu 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm / Feb 20 – Feb 27$85 / casey middle / 2 sessions

Beginning Digital photographyUnravel the mysteries of digital photography and create photos limited only by your imagination. You will learn how to take great shots of people, pets and scenery. We will examine the digital camera’s functions and how to make it work for you. includ-ed are all types of cameras from the point-and-shoot to the dSlr. We will cover exposure, color, and camera settings as you learn how to turn your snap shots into great shots. Bring your digital cam-era and manual to class. u Bill Guy (see Adobe Photoshop)

> Wed 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 15 – Feb 5$95 / arapahoe campus / 4 sessions

Bas-relief sculpturedo you like to experiment with forms and shapes — either organic/nature-inspired or geometric/abstract? are you intrigued by clay? if so, come and join us for this one-day workshop. the instructor will demonstrate the technique of modeling with water-based clay on a flat surface, and will also present the history of this classical method.

then, use your new skills to model the clay, and create your own decorative plaque. a $35 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class.

u Ileana Barbu (see Classical Portraits from a Live Model)

> Sat 9:30 am - 1:30 pm / Jan 18$140 / new vista high School / 1 session

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Wire Wrap pendantsBring your “found object” from hiking, a sentimen-tal object from the past, focus art beads or other ornaments, to create one of a kind pendants. Using the art of wire wrapping and lots of creativity, stu-dents will design “cages” for their pieces and make pendants to keep or give as a gift. the instructor will teach the basics of which tools are recom-mended, what type of wire to use and where to get it, demonstrate simple wire “cages”, proper polish-ing and finishing, and how to best feature each student’s object or ornament. a $20 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Stephanie Kuhne, BA in Applied Design and MFA in Sculpture, is an award-winning Studio Art instructor, with her piec-es in various Denver Metro area galleries.

> Wed 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Feb 5$45 / new vista high School / 1 session

Wire Wrap hoopshoops are a classic and elegant earring design. learn the basic forming and forging techniques, and then use simple wire to form several styles of hoops to your liking. they can be designed in any size and the proportion is up to you, once you learn the technique. add beads and wire wrap for inter-est or leave them plain with the simple elegance of the hoop shape. a $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Stephanie Kuhne (see Wire Wrap Pendants)


Wire Wrap ringsBeads are the rage and rings are always in fashion. combine them with wire to make fast and fun wire wrap rings. Students will learn a variety of simple design techniques to show off their favorite beads. the instructor will teach the basics of which tools are recommended, what type of wire to use and where to get it, bead selection, wrapping tech-niques, proper polishing and finishing, and more. leave this class with fingers full of rings. a $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor. u Stepha-nie Kuhne (see Wire Wrap Pendants)

> Wed 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Jan 22$45 / new vista high School / 1 session

iced enamelsJoin the iced enamels craze for jewelry making. Students will work with an enamel powder that ad-heres a jeweler’s grade bond of color on metal per-manently. this echoes the look of kiln-fired or torched-fired enamels, but by using a heat gun at a lower temperature. make the artistic features “pop” by sealing each piece with a self-doming crystal clear resin that creates a glass-like look on the surface. each student will make at least two pendants or charms. a $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Stephanie Kuhne (see Wire Wrap Pendants)

> Wed 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Jan 15$45 / new vista high School / 1 session

metal clay alchemy Bronzclay™ is a material that works like clay, but when fired in a kiln, becomes pure bronze. learn about the properties of metal clay, the firing pro-cess, forming techniques, how to work with it safe-ly, and finishing with patinas. this class will focus on fun and easy projects so that each student will go home with several, including your own original designs for earrings, pendants, and even small sculptures. a $60 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Stephanie Kuhne (see Wire Wrap Pendants)

> Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm / Feb 8 – Feb 15$89 / new vista high School / 2 sessions

forged earringsBoost your earring collection by at least three new pairs that you will design and forge on your own! Using a spool of wire and a hammer, students will make elegant flowing earrings with the forging and wire forming techniques taught in this class. there are three basic designs and each one is built upon the techniques of the others, creating endless de-sign possibilities. each person will leave with at least three pairs of earrings, and more if time al-lows. a $30 materials fee is payable to the instruc-tor at class. u Stephanie Kuhne (see Wire Wrap Pendants)


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coils and spirals come and explore the limitless opportunities of making fun and unique earring designs using coils and spirals. learn the wire forming techniques for the basic coil and the proper use of tools to control spacing and size. once the single coil is mastered, it can then be doubled, and more sizes and shapes become possible. make earrings, links for brace-lets, necklace chains, and much more. create as many items as time permits. a $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Stephanie Kuh-ne (see Wire Wrap Pendants)


painting, passion and presenceWe all need to find that place within ourselves that is free of fear and judgment. through a series of abstract painting exercises developed by the in-structor, you can start to spontaneously express and explore your deepest creativity. You will dis-cover how easy it is to unleash your passion, and may be surprised to find a joy and energy that’s always in you, but rarely accessed. this class is for all levels, from the beginner with no experience in painting, to the professional looking for inspiration. u Chuck Ceraso (see Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t)

> Sat 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm / Feb 22$95 / chuck ceraso’s Studio / 1 session

music

introduction to the mandolinthe mandolin is a fun instrument that is used for a wide variety of musical styles. We’ll take absolute beginners through basic chords, scales, and tunes, with an emphasis on bluegrass and irish traditional music. By the end of the course you’ll be able to play rhythm in a few keys, have the basic theoreti-cal background for improvisation, and be able to play a few simple melodies. Practice is required be-tween classes and you will need to bring your own mandolin (check online for best prices). u Nate Marx is a mandolinist from Boulder. He has played with sev-eral local bands and in numerous bluegrass sessions. He was a paid recurring musician at the Irish ballads session at Cassidy’s Pub in Dublin, Ireland.

> thu 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 16 – Feb 13$149 / new vista high School / 5 sessions

harmonica for the musically challengedthe world’s most portable, melodic, and ingenious instrument, the harmonica, will give you great fun playing for your own enjoyment and jamming with other musicians. You will learn several folk and blues songs, funky rhythm patterns, and cool blues “licks”. You will succeed even though you may have never played music before. Please bring a 10-hole harmonica in the key of c (the hohner Special 20 is a good instrument). a $3 materials fee for sheets of easy-to-read harmonica tablature is payable to the instructor at the first class. You will also receive a very helpful play-along cd. u Clay Kirkland has performed throughout much of the United States, playing blues, rock and roll, Americana, reggae, sym-phonic blues, country, and bluegrass. He received the first annual Distinguished Faculty award from Swallow Hill Music for over 25 years of teaching harmonica to thousands of students.

> thu 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm / Jan 16 – Jan 30$79 / Southern hills middle / 3 sessions

Jazz singerSarah vaughn, ella Fitzgerald, Billie holiday, mel torme, June christy, and carmen mccrae are some of the greatest jazz singers of all time. Join us to learn about this exciting musical style and break it down so that you can sing it too. We will learn about its harmonic structure, do jazz vocalizes, sing jazz chords, progressions and songs, incorpo-rate the blues, and do some improvisation, if de-sired. Students will pick a song and emulate the style of one of the greats for a final class perfor-mance. to get the most out of the class, students should be able to match pitches. u Bonnie Lowder-milk, BM in Piano Performance, Minor in Voice, has taught piano and voice for 25 years. She has per-formed throughout Europe and the Boulder/Denver area since 1985, and has recorded and performed with such greats as Fred Hersch, Drew Gress, Tom Rainey and Eddie Gomez.

> thu 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm / Feb 6 – mar 13$145 / Boulder Piano gallery / 6 sessions


dance & theatre

Beginning Ballroom Dance for couplesexplore the elegant waltz, the graceful foxtrot, the sensual rhumba and the lively swing. We will em-phasize technique and fundamentals as you and your partner learn these four dances. the first week will focus on correct posture, dance frame, basics in leading and following, four directions of movement, five basic foot positions, resistance techniques and body mechanics. the remaining weeks will consist of lots of beautiful dancing by our beautiful couples! the course fee is $79 for each participant. u Christian Thierens was intro-duced to Latin American and Ballroom dance at the late age of 23. He started teaching in 1990 and soon developed a reputation as a top-quality instructor. Christian loves to teach people of all ages and back-grounds about the rewards, both physical and emo-tional, associated with dancing.

> mon 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm / Jan 13 – Feb 10*$79 / new vista high School / 4 sessions*No class on Jan 20.

theatre and improv games for non-actorsdiscover how to use your body and voice in ways you never have before. through a combination of theatre games and improv techniques, you will learn to work better with a group, communicate more effectively, and unleash your creativity in a safe, ensemble environment. most importantly, you will have fun! rediscover your sense of play and meet new people. no experience necessary. u Ari-elle Nóbile is a former actress and theatre instructor with a BFA in Theatre from NYU. She taught at Sec-ond City in Chicago, and is an alum of their directing program. Arielle is also the founder and director of Legacy Connections Films.

> thu 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm / Jan 30 – apr 3*$144 / new vista high School / 8 sessions*No class on Mar 6, Mar 27.

writing

Writing Your memoirchapter onethere are an infinite number of stories within each of us. only we have license to tell them; no one else has seen the world through our eyes, filtered expe-riences through our minds and hearts. But the one story inside us that captures our lives with unique precision, a tale from which one launches a greater endeavor, is a memoir. discover and execute the first chapter, the tale that tells it all. this six-ses-sion workshop will propel you toward achieving the profound goal of putting your life to words and starting your personal memoir. u Pete Laffin, MFA, is a working novelist and teacher. He moved from the Hudson Valley to Boulder after graduate school in search of a truly beautiful place to write and teach. He is also an accomplished musician.

> tue 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm / Jan 21 – Feb 25$149 / new vista high School / 6 sessions

a grammar reviewthis two-hour class offers writers, editors, and those who work with words an opportunity to be reacquainted with dangling participles, misplaced modifiers, restrictive and nonrestrictive clauses and phrases, independent and dependent clauses, transitive and intransitive verbs, non sequiturs, the subjunctive mood, and other seemingly mysterious grammatical concepts. a $3 materials fee is pay-able to the instructor at class. u Alice Levine, a guest lecturer at the Denver Publishing Institute, began her 40-year career in editing as a proofreader. Alice has mentored many proofreaders and copy editors, and has edited nonfiction, academic and museum publica-tions, as well as conducted extensive workshops.

> Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / mar 5$45 / new vista high School / 1 session

Beyond the Basicsintermediate lessons for copy editors and proofreadersYou have mastered the basics of copyediting and proofreading - the tasks, the marks, and the con-cept of styling. if you would like to add to your skills, join us as we explore and apply intermediate-level concepts and practices. We will learn to spot a pervasive grammatical error, to use hyphens, en-dashes, and em-dashes, and to discern restrictive and nonrestrictive elements (when to use which and that, for example). We will test our skills with entertaining and challenging exercises. a $3 mate-rials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Alice Levine (see A Grammar Review)


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life Writingthis creative and interactive writer’s workshop fo-cuses on the art and science of the personal essay. information will be provided about writing tech-niques, structure and voice — and there will be fun in-class writing prompts and inspiring take-home assignments. if you’re interested in finally getting around to doing some life-inspired writing (serious, humorous or whatever) this course may be ideal for you. Why not give it a try? there’s no time like the write time! u Ellen Mahoney is a local writer and has taught at the University of Colorado, Boulder. She produces radio for KRCC Radio in Colorado Springs, and various BBC World Service shows including Sci-ence in Action and Health Check.

> tue 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Feb 18 – mar 11$135 / Southern hills middle / 4 sessions

connecting through storiesStories have so much to teach us, especially when they come from someone in our own family. in this class, you’ll develop skills in interviewing, writing, editing and organizing so you will be able to pro-duce a memoir of an older relative’s life. this can be a first step in a more detailed genealogical study, or an end in itself. the class is especially helpful in making the care-giving experience more enjoyable. at the end of the class, you’ll be given the resources to publish a hard cover version of the story you’ve written. u Bunny Henderson worked as a Language Arts teacher for more than 20 years in the Boulder Valley schools. She also taught at CU, wrote and pub-lished a book, and cared for her aging mother.

> Wed 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm / Feb 26 – mar 19$115 / casey middle / 4 sessions

Writing through transitionsa transition is a reaction to a change in situation, roles, relationships, and life view significant enough to affect how you function. this 12-hour guided journey of expressive writing explores the three phases of transition: beginnings, endings, and the shaky neutral zone between the known and the new. Journal-writing tools help you understand your transition process, manage the range of feelings inherent in change, and unearth insights to move you forward into emotional acceptance and recog-nition of the new you. explorations are quick, easy and reliably revealing. no writing experience nec-essary. u Carolyn Jennings, author of the award-win-ning HUNGER SPEAKS, a memoir told in poetry, has had a personal writing practice for 25 years. She is a certified Journal to the Self® facilitator, and has led expressive writing workshops since 2009.

> tue 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 14 – Feb 18$189 / monarch high School / 6 sessions

editors and Writersthe Dynamic DuetJoin us for an enlightening session as we work to-gether on copyediting a nonfiction piece. this course is intended for those who have mastered the basics of copyediting. editors: Sharpen your skills in determining changes that should be made; develop a respect for the writer’s vocabulary, sen-tence structure, and punctuation; and strengthen your role. Writers: Understand why and how editors do what they do; determine when to accept sug-gestions; and learn how to profit from the astute eye your editor possesses. a $3 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. u Alice Levine (see A Grammar Review)


3-Day crash course in screenwriting if you’ve ever had the thought, This would make a great movie!, here’s your opportunity to take it to the next level. this work-shop is designed to provide both beginner and working screen-writers alike with the tools necessary to start, and finish, an original screenplay. the instructor will guide writers through the foundational elements of screen-writing -- story arc, structure, scene & character development, action & dialogue -- that go into producing a great screenplay. We will also read and review select script excerpts that showcase these elements. in our final meeting, writers will be given the opportunity to present and receive feedback on the opening pages of their own original screenplay. u Robert Gatewood, acclaimed novelist and screenwriter, has more than 10 years of experience teaching creative writing. Robert is the founder and Executive Director of Boulder Writing Studio, an organization devoted to advancing the art and craft of creative writing in the community.

> mon, Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm; Sun 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm / Jan 13 – Jan 19$199 / casey middle / 3 sessions


food & drink

Brew uhave you always wanted to try brewing beer? or maybe you already know how to brew beer, but want to learn more about the topic. Brew U is a three-hour comprehensive brewing class that is geared toward both the novice and experienced brewer. learn brewing basics including the history of beer and how it’s made, beer styles and how to differentiate and appreciate them, fermentation ef-fects, and ingredient selection. Students will sam-ple the newly made beer. a $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Bob Baile, own-er and brewmaster of Twisted Pine Brewing Company, has been in the brewing industry for 20 years. He has overseen the steady growth of both Twisted Pine and the entire craft beer industry. Before brewing, Bob was a research chemist for a local pharmaceutical company.

A > Sat 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm / Jan 25$120 / twisted Pine Brewery / 1 session

B > Sat 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm / Feb 22$120 / twisted Pine Brewery / 1 session

the art of fermented foodsSauerkraut, kimchi, and homemade ginger ale—come learn the basics of home fermenting includ-ing a unique process for turning cabbage into a probiotic super food! We will transition from sauer-kraut to fermented sweet potatoes, to kimchi, kom-bucha, kefir, and homemade carbonated beverag-es. We will finish with nukazuke, a Japanese style of fermentation that imparts a bold and complex flavor to a variety of vegetables. a $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. Students will take home the delicious fermented treats pre-pared each week. u Taylor White, has spent the past decade navigating the modern organic lifestyle. He views home fermenting as a natural extension of bringing past wisdom into modern application, bridg-ing the gaps of food availability, cost of probiotics, and ancient techniques for food enhancement.

> Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / mar 5 – mar 19$115 / arapahoe campus / 3 sessions

savage heatrelish the taste! respect the pain!if you love the taste of chilies, and relish the heat, then this is your dream class! We will create our own Siraccha sauce, dabble with Bangladeshi ghost Pepper sauce, and work with black chinese roasted chili flakes. tunisian harisa, made from scratch, will likely be the surprise hit of the series. come hungry, as we will work together to prepare a “heat” feast each evening. a $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. u Cheyne Keith began cooking professionally at age 15 and has worked at more than 26 restaurants, from pizza joints to fancy French bistros. Trained at the Culinary Insti-tute of America, he has worked in Manhattan, Seattle, Copenhagen, and Colorado.

> tue 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 28 – Feb 4$115 / Platt middle / 2 sessions

life&home

chocolate, chocolate,

chocolate!most of us have probably eaten enough chocolate to consider ourselves a ‘connoisseur,’ but are we really? Join other chocolate lovers and dissect this delectable treat with one of the top ten chocolatiers in north america. Why does one chocolate taste so much better than another? What does the percentage mean? What’s the difference between semisweet, dark, or bittersweet? is white chocolate really chocolate?

You’ll get the answers to all of these questions, taste chocolate, drink chocolate, and then for dessert... you’ll make your own chocolate truffles!

u Robin Autorino’s interest in confections began more than 20 years ago when she gave her son melted chocolate chips and pretzels to make Christmas gifts. Robin Chocolates of Longmont was born in 2008. Robin has been named one of the top ten chocolatiers in North America by Dessert Professional for 2013.

> Wed, Fri 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Jan 22 – Jan 24 / $95 / robin chocolate / 2 sessions


italian regional cookingWere you told that you need to spend half of your day in the kitchen in order to prepare a delicious and authentic italian meal? if so, you have been greatly misinformed. come and join this interactive class to learn the very simple steps that make ital-ian cuisine world famous! each class will focus on a group of regions with culinary similarities. Stu-dents will be directly involved in the cooking and we will eat what we cook! a $45 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. u Franc-esca Giongo is a native of Rome who learned cooking from her mother. She won two pasta cook-outs in Boulder with one of her mother’s recipes.

> Sat 9:30 am - 12:00 pm / Jan 25 – Feb 22$170 / arapahoe campus / 5 sessions

mind/body

simple self-hypnosisreduce Your stress and moreimprove your memory, reduce stress, and increase your feeling of well-being by understanding the power and value of simple self-hypnosis tech-niques. By learning how to engage your subcon-scious mind for just a few minutes each day, you will benefit from all of this and more. interrupting toxic stress build-up, lowering anxiety levels, and relaxation are just a few of the positive benefits. tools for self-hypnosis techniques will be shared for your ongoing practice, along with the opportu-nity to practice in class. u Ingrid Zirnis Johnson is a registered hypnotherapist with a private practice in Boulder. She is passionate about the positive power of hypnotherapy for enhancing lives. Trained in multi-ple specialties, Ingrid endeavors to give everyone their best possible experience with hypnosis.

> thu 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm / Jan 30 – Feb 20*$79 / new vista high School / 3 sessions*No class on Feb 6.

the mystery of perfumePerfume is an ancient and beautiful art form that can sometimes be a little intimidating. in this intro-ductory class, you will learn about perfume ingredi-ents, perfume families, scent concentration and critical smelling. also learn about aroma-artists who create fragrances that are vastly different than those in the mass marketplace. leave class with a better understanding of perfume and the ability to decipher what you smell. Students will re-ceive handouts and perfume samples. a $15 mate-rials fee is payable to the instructor at class. u Am-ber Jobin, MFA in Costume Design, is an independent perfumer/artist whose passion is creating art in air through fragrance. Her perfumes have been reviewed and recognized by perfume magazines and blogs.

> tue 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 21$65 / casey middle / 1 session

savoring the second half of lifeif you are 50 or more years young, you have the benefit of being wiser, possessing greater knowl-edge, and making better life choices than ever be-fore. come and join with others who have entered the second half of life and learn to savor its true beauty. You will have the opportunity to mine your life experiences and harvest the wisdom, courage and knowledge that is now yours. an optional $15 materials fee is payable to the instructor if you would like a copy of her book: Keep Your Fork - Des-sert Is On The Way: Savoring the Second Half of Life. u Barb Warner enjoyed a career as a teacher and fa-cilitator with various groups, from preschools in Tur-key, to elders and staff of adult day centers in Denver. Now in her 70’s, she enjoys helping others to appreci-ate the many gifts they possess and to create an ex-citing next chapter.

A > Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm / Jan 18$60 / new vista high School / 1 session

B > Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm / mar 15$60 / monarch high School / 1 session

secrets of a cia chef

no other culinary academy in the world matches the culinary institute of america. this class will divulge some of their top-se-cret techniques. think technique advance-ment, with hands-on small group instruc-tion, under a 35-year veteran pro. chef cheyne guarantees lifelong learning and in-class excitement. We will explore cooking en papillote, hot searing meats, braising, rel-ishes and unexpected “Boulder-friendly” starches. get ready to notch it up! a $35 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. u Cheyne Keith (see Savage Heat: Relish the Taste! Respect the Pain!)

> tue, Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmFeb 18 – Feb 25 $99 / arapahoe campus / 3 sessions

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house & garden

Burn Your house Down!how to Declutter and Downsize for an easier-to-maintain lifedo you have too much stuff? Want to create more space in your house? or, is it time to downsize? learn the top nine reasons to let go of your stuff now to declutter your home for downsizing and/or moving, how and where to move your stuff respon-sibly, and how this can actually be enjoyable! are horizontal paper piles or epapers screaming for your attention? You will never need most of them again, but which ones should you keep? We’ll cover all that, too. a $5 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. u Kim Wolinski, MSW, is an internationally known author, speaker, stress ex-pert, professional organizer, and Priority Coach. She offers simple yet powerful ways to make immediate and lifelong changes to take your life back.

> Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Feb 12 – Feb 26*$65 / Southern hills middle / 2 sessions*No class on Feb 19.

space planning “inside-out”Plan and create the interiors of an entire house by applying needs and desires to create spaces that are functional and aesthetic. Use an architectural scale ruler to draft and evaluate a floor plan with elevations that include both architectural and de-sign elements. continue to develop the design by selecting a color scheme, surface materials, fur-nishings, and textiles. this class will be an instruc-tor-assigned design project with intensive home-work. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of interior de-sign. review handouts from that class prior to the first session. u Cynthia Peacock (see Color: Art, De-sign, and Culture)

> tue 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm / Jan 21 – Feb 18$185 / casey middle / 5 sessions

Design Your own Wedding flowersFlowers add a bit of nature and beauty to wed-dings, but can also add to the expense. Why not cut costs by creating your own floral arrange-ments! this class teaches the basic techniques for putting together simple bouquets, corsages and centerpieces for the special day. a $35 materials fee for supplies and flowers is payable to the in-structor at class. u Heather Riffel has taught agricul-ture and plant sciences for BVSD’s Boulder Career and Technical Education Center for the past 10 years.

> Sat 9:00 pm - 1:00 pm / mar 22$80 / arapahoe campus / 1 session

aquaculturegrowing concern over fish supply has led to new techniques and technologies in fish farming. this includes smaller systems that can be set up in the backyard, garage and classroom to produce a va-riety of fresh fish for the table. this course is de-signed to give an introduction to the benefits, equipment and technique of growing and harvest-ing fish using a variety of different aquaculture systems. u Heather Riffel (see Design Your Own Wed-ding Flowers)

> thu 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Feb 20$59 / arapahoe campus / 1 session

Bloomin’ arts spring container gardencreate a colorful spring garden in your own one-of-a-kind mosaic planter. the first two classes are lecture format and will focus on container gardening: which plants grow well, planters in the landscape, spring flowers, soil composition, and more. the final two classes are a hands-on studio where students will render their planter with a hand-crafted mosaic design led by a local mosaic artist. learn basic mosaic techniques, such as designing, cutting, adhering, and grouting. a $45 materials fee is payable to the instructor for the planter and all supplies.

u Kathleen Kambic graduated with a Master of Architecture and Landscape Architecture in 2005. Kathy has been a lecturer at CU Boulder in the Environmental Design Program since 2007. She has also worked as a landscape architect and planner for multiple design firms.

> Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm / Feb 22 – mar 15 / $279 / new vista high School / 4 sessions


survivaList seriesBuilding skills for fun and self-reliance

the atlatlexplore the use and construction of this an-cient spear- and dart-thrower that was used around the world mostly for hunting. Students will begin by testing a variety of atlatls, before deciding on a model to build for themselves. each person will get two practice darts to take home. a $15 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class.


survival Bowsa short-term bow can be made quickly, for sur-vival or fun, with nothing but a knife. this course offers a great introduction to the lon-ger, more in-depth process of carving a tradi-tional wooden selfbow. Participants will go home with a ‘quickie’ bow they’ve carved from a sapling. a $20 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class.

> mon 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Feb 24$59 / arapahoe campus / 1 session

making rope from plantsnumerous plants and trees can be processed into cordage, or string, for use in weaving, net-ting, lashing, and much more. learn four meth-ods of processing fibers from multiple parts of plants, creating cordage using the reverse-wrap technique, as well as splicing, finishing, and adding loops. this is a good companion class to “Weave Your own net.” a $7 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class.

> Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 29$39 / arapahoe campus / 1 session

spoon carving Food tastes better on a spoon you’ve carved yourself! You will learn knife safety and carving techniques and then carve your own wooden spoon. a $7 materials fee is payable to the in-structor at class.

> Wed 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Feb 19$59 / arapahoe campus / 1 session

Weave Your own netnets have numerous outdoor uses from fishing to carrying heavy loads. Join us in this three-hour course where you will weave your own net. You will also learn useful knots, how to splice and mend your net, and how to simply turn it into a satchel. this is a good companion class to “making rope from Plants.” a $5 ma-terials fee is payable to the instructor at class.


Disaster planning and prepit only takes a hurricane, wildfire, flood, or tor-nado to knock out power, block the roads, empty grocery store shelves, and otherwise cut us off from “civilization.” this course will help you customize a disaster plan to your needs, cover some basic survival skills, demon-strate simple gear you can make or buy, and build your confidence should you ever need to put this knowledge to use.

> mon 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / mar 3$39 / arapahoe campus / 1 session

the ‘Bug-out’ BagYou may need to leave your home on a mo-ment’s notice. Why? Wildfires, floods, or even terrorist threats are just a few of the things that may require a quick departure. this two-hour class will teach you how to “bug out” in a hurry with common sense procedures, packing lists, and more. don’t get caught unprepared if you ever need to hit the road in a hurry.

> Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Feb 26$39 / arapahoe campus / 1 session

u Doug Hill is the founder and director of Gone Feral. He is a former high school industrial arts teacher turned naturalist, writer, and primitive/traditional living skills practitioner.


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simple strategies for Women to lose Weight and keep it offare you in a constant battle with your weight? do you feel like the scales are tipped against you no matter what you do? have you been on “diets” and “fallen off the wagon” only to gain the weight back? You are not alone. more than 80% of people who’ve lost weight on a diet gain more weight back than they lost. Stop the cycle and learn the facts about the foods that will help you heal your biology to not only lose weight, but keep it off. get off the roller coaster for good with key and proven solu-tions. u Kim Wolinski (see Burn Your House down)

> thu 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 23 – Jan 30$65 / new vista high School / 2 sessions

caring for aging parents You may be caring for your aging parents whether they live independently, with you, or in a facility. there is so much to learn and consider, it can be like running a small business. this course will help you become more confident in this role by teaching the rules associated with many areas of elder care. You will learn how to make the most of medical ap-pointments, manage medications, navigate medi-care, understand the different levels of care, pre-vent and manage cognitive impairment, improve safety, and develop a concise overall plan of care. Become empowered to make choices that will im-prove the overall quality of life for you and your fam-ily. u Rachel Wynn is the owner of Gray Matter Thera-py, a business specializing in geriatric care advocacy for patients and families. She also works as a speech-language pathologist and specializes in geriatric cog-nitive-communication disorders, such as dementia.

A > Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Jan 15 – Feb 12$200 / casey middle / 5 sessions

B > thu 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Feb 13 – mar 20$200 / monarch high School / 6 sessions

Winning the War on procrastination do you have a “to do” list that never gets done? does procrastination stress you out and affect your peace of mind, limit your choices, business success, and relationships? do you feel embar-rassed or guilty about all that you still haven’t start-ed or completed? You’re not alone! this class will teach you 10 keys to stop procrastination in all three areas of life’s distractions (inner, outer and other). Bring your questions about incomplete tasks, decisions, organizing frustrations, and more. get answers that will get you back on track imme-diately. u Kim Wolinski (see Burn Your House down)

> thu 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / mar 6 – mar 13$65 / casey middle / 2 sessions

health & fitness

extra gentle Yoga from a chairif the traditional yoga poses seem too challenging, but you need to release tension, increase flexibility, and reduce stress, then you will love this gentle class. all of the benefits of a traditional yoga class can be experienced sitting in a chair and are per-fect for seniors, those recovering from an injury, or those using a walker or a wheelchair. this form of yoga can also help with a variety of issues includ-ing arthritis, hypertension, depression, mS, and more. Students may bring a pillow and blanket, if desired. u C.M. Brown is a certified Integral Yoga in-structor and relaxation therapist. He is a member of Yoga Alliance and the International Association of Counselors and Therapists. He has been teaching and conducting seminars since 1997.

> Sat 10:00 am - 11:00 am / Jan 25 – mar 1$89 / new vista high School / 6 sessions

Deep relaxationan intro to nidra meditation for an easeful Body and calm mindif you feel that stress and tension are becoming too much a part of your life, this is the class for you. through a deeply relaxing form of guided medita-tion, you will acquire tools that you can use in your everyday life to release anxiety, relieve pain, have more energy, and sleep more soundly. learn how to open up to your full potential by giving this simple gift to yourself. this meditation does not require sitting for long periods of time on the floor. it is focused on comfort, so bring a blanket, mat, and a pillow to class and wear loose, comfortable cloth-ing. u C.M. Brown (see Extra Gentle Yoga from a Chair)


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Beginning germanthis beginning class offers a comprehensive intro-duction to the german language, including basic grammar and conversational skills. an interactive class environment with an emphasis on group learning will facilitate your learning experience. the instructor will address vocabulary pertinent to travel in german-speaking countries. Please pur-chase the book german grammar, 4th edition, Schaums outline, available at the Boulder Book-store. u Susanne Kortals, a native speaker of German, has more than 25 years of experience teaching Ger-man in the classroom and on an individual basis.


continuing germanthis course is a continuation of Beginning german. it will review and expand on basic grammar and conversational skills. this is a good class for stu-dents who are familiar with the tenses and conju-gations of verbs, the cases of nouns and pronouns, plurals of nouns, and adjective formation. in addi-tion, students who wish to increase their vocabu-lary or have a scheduled time to practice speaking german will enjoy this class. u Susanne Kortals (see Beginning German)

> tue 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm / Feb 4 – mar 11*$145 / new vista high School / 5 sessions*No class on Mar 4.

spanish for Busy adults level 1these easy-to-follow Spanish classes are created for the busy life of the working adult. You will be speaking and understanding Spanish in a surpris-ingly short time. level 1 is for people with little or no knowledge of Spanish. Students will learn prac-tical vocabulary and conversational skills, and how to put together sentences in the present tense for business, travel, and everyday conversation. oral repetitions will help you master correct pronuncia-tion of everyday phrases. there are no prerequi-sites for this class. an $8 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class. optional cds will be available for purchase. u Carla Abbott, a native of Caracas, Venezuela, has taught Spanish to adults for the past 16 years and is known for her comfortable teaching style and enthusiastic approach to learning. She is the owner of Spanish for You, Inc.

> Wed 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm / Jan 22 – mar 5*$105 / casey middle / 6 sessions*No class on Feb 19.

spanish for Busy adults level 2Busy adults can still take their Spanish-speaking skills to the next level. this class is for people with some basic knowledge of Spanish. You will in-crease your vocabulary and conversational skills, learn the future tense, and know when to use the verbs “ser” and “estar.” an $8 materials fee is pay-able to the instructor at class. u Carla Abbott (see Spanish for Busy Adults Level 1)

> Wed 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm / Jan 22 – mar 5*$105 / casey middle / 6 sessions*No class on Feb 19.

chinese for travel and BusinessWith the globalization of business and our interest in traveling the world, chinese is fast becoming a language to be familiar with. come and learn basic greetings and practical sentences with a focus on conversation, and also learn about the written form of chinese ideograms. Understanding chinese ideograms is very practical for travel to china. games are used to familiarize students with this exotic tonal language, and approximately half of the class time will be conducted using the chinese language only (immersion approach). Students will spend class time practicing what they have just learned. u Yunn Pann has taught different aspects of the Chinese language and Chi-Pulse Meditation for many types of companies across the country. She has also published a series of Chinese calligraphy prints with her unique interpretations.


Beginning italian for travelersBuongiorno! learn italian from a native speaker in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. this class will cover basic grammar and pronunciation, and provide useful tips for travelers. learn how to order in a restaurant, how to buy train tickets, how to ask for directions and much more. this is an interactive class; everyone will have the opportunity to partici-pate and learn at their own speed. no previous ital-ian experience is required. a $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. u Franc-esca Giongo (see Italian Regional Cooking)


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french for travelersJoin us and begin to experience the beauty of the French language and culture. this course gives you a foundation in basic grammar and vocabulary with an emphasis on conversation skills. very interac-tive, the class allows you to learn fast through rep-etitions and practice in a relaxed environment. dif-ferent aspects of the French culture will be dis-cussed at each class and tips for those who are going to travel there will be given. this class is for people with little or no previous French experience. a $5 materials fee (includes mP3 recordings) is payable to the instructor at class. u Sophie Rose, MA in law from Caen University in France, has been teaching French for 10 years. A native French speak-er, she enjoys sharing her language and her extensive knowledge of France.

A > thu 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm / Jan 16 – Feb 20*$135 / casey middle / 6 sessions*No class on Feb 13.

B > mon 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm / Feb 3 – mar 10$135 / monarch high School / 6 sessions

travel

fly cheap, stay cheap, travel cheaplearn the secrets of traveling in grand style on a limited budget. discover how to obtain great deals on airfares, accommodations, cruises, and enter-tainment. learn airline tips and secrets, how to fly within europe for only $99, ways to cruise exotic ports for weeks at the same price as a typical seven-day cruise, and how to stay in a country home or castle for free anywhere in the world. get tips for packing wisely, travel safety, and more. a $15 materials fee is payable to the instructor at class for his travel companion book. u Ron Stern (see Secrets to Great Travel Photos)

A > tue 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm / Feb 25$49 / arapahoe campus / 1 session

B > Sat 9:00 am - 11:00 am / mar 1$49 / monarch high School / 1 session

Become a travel Writerthe easy Wayif you have the wanderlust but not the money to pay for it, consider becoming a travel writer. Stay in the best hotels, eat the finest food, and experience viP treatment for free. learn the secrets of travel writing: how to get started with online publications, build a media contact list, get free airfare, take photos that sell, and more. learn how writing prod-uct reviews can get you apparel, gear, and acces-sories for free. an optional materials fee of $25 is payable to the instructor for three booklets. u Ron Stern (see Secrets to Great Travel Photos)

> Sat 9:00 am - 1:30 pm / Jan 18$95 / new vista high School / 1 session

hottest travel careersdid you know that travel is the world’s biggest business and one of the fastest growing? You can make money as a part-time or full-time home-based travel agent, or travel for free arranging group tours. cruise for as little as $35 a day on a luxury cruise line or make money as a tour director while traveling the world. learn how to take a free vacation in Spain, just by speaking english. dis-cover these and more opportunities in the travel industry. a $10 materials fee is payable to the in-structor at class. u Ron Stern (see Secrets to Great Travel Photos)

> Sat 9:00 am - 11:00 am / mar 8$49 / new vista high School / 1 session

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