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Mixed Level Wheel & Hand Building

Sponsored by People's United Bank

1. Tuesday   3:30-5:30 p.m.   14 weeks   Starts February 5
2. Wednesday   3:30-5:30 p.m.   14 weeks   Starts February 6
3. Wednesday   5:45-7:45 p.m.   14 weeks   Starts February 6
This class is open to all levels of students who are interested in handbuilding, the wheel, or both. The insructor will focus on your individual learning level. Jen brings many years of teaching pottery to Access learners. Students may develop their skills at their own pace while expressing themselves creatively through clay. 28 hours of class time plus 70 hours of open studio Mondays, 3:30-8 p.m. All glazes, reasonable amount of clay, and firing costs (approx $50) included in fee.
Instructor: Jen Labie Fee: $215 Limit: 10

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Valentine Day Gifts: Handbuilding -all levels
Thursday 5:35-7:35 p.m. 4 weeks Starts January 10 Need an original Valentine's Day Gift? Using slab techniques, students can create a unique and customized gift. Students can make heart-shaped pieces such as plates, tea-light or votive holders, or a candy dish to put chocolate in. Pieces will be fired by Valentines day. Instructor: Jen Labie Fee: $55 Limit: 10

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Intermediate Wheel Throwing

Tuesday 5:45-7:45 p.m. 14 weeks Starts February 5
This class is designed for students who are already familiar with the fundamentals of working with clay. Students should be able to consistently center clay on the wheel or have experience making cylinders. We will focus on throwing more forms on the wheel (beyond cylinders & bowls) or students may sharpen their skills by focusing on a form or specific project. Surface design techniques will be covered. 28 hours of class time plus 70 hours of open studio Mondays, 3:30-8 p.m. All glazes, reasonable amount of clay, and firing costs (approx $50) included in fee.
Instructor: Jen Labie Fee: $215 Limit: 9

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Watercolor

Sponsored by Merchant's Bank

Wednesday 4:00-6:00 p.m. 12 weeks Starts February 6
Learn the foundation of this versatile and exciting medium, integrating design, color, composition and light. Ginny, a professional illustrator, leads everyone through exercises designed to explore the many techniques associated with watercolor and foster the skills needed to enjoy painting for years to come. Quality materials are important in watercolor and we supply you with brushes to keep and a reasonable amount of paint and paper to use in class and at home. Materials cost approximately $45 included in fee.
Instructor: Ginny Joyner Fee: $185 Limit: 16

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Watercolor Continued

Wednesday 6:15-8:15 p.m. 14 weeks Starts February 6
Learn new techniques along with increasing your talents with expert individual help. Designed for watercolor painters of all skills that have had at least an introduction, Ginny helps move everyone forward in an art studio atmosphere. Need new materials, including brushes and some paint and paper? Add $45 to fee.
Instructor: Ginny Joyner Fee: $195 Limit: 16

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Calligraphy

Sponsored by Chef Leu's House

Wednesday 5:30-7:30 p.m. 6 weeks Starts February 6
This popular class is designed for beginners. This is a nuts-and-bolts intro to beautiful handwriting! This 12 hours of studio work will begin with examination of letter shapes and proportions using pencils and markers, then proceed to the exploration of letterforms for the Italic style of writing (both lower and upper cases) using the broad edge nib and ink. Join Lydia, VT certified educator, in learning about layout, use of color, and paper choices. Everyone will complete basic lettering projects. Once you gain the power of the pen, you can use this skill for a lifetime. Quality pens and all materials ($20) and handouts are included in the fee.
Instructor: Lydia Batten Fee: $125 Limit: 12

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Calligraphy Beyond the Basics

Wednesday 5:30-7:30 p.m. 4 weeks Starts April 3
Continue to build on the basic skills learned in our intro class or perhaps you have prior learning from another source! Lydia will begin each week with warm-ups and practice of Italic to move you towards mastery. Learn to vary the appearance of this hand with pen manipulation, and even breaking a rule or two! Explore capital letters in more depth, learn a new lettering style or two, engage in guided projects (3-4 minimum) focused on layout and design, and move towards creative exploration and expression. Bring your own pad of quality sketch paper (11x14 minimum). $10 included in fee for new quality papers and nibs to enhance your supplies.
Instructor: Lydia Batten Fee: $85 Limit: 12

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Drawing

Sponsored by Good Times Café

Tuesday 5:30-6:50 p.m. 12 weeks Starts February 5
Drawing is all about seeing. This offering is designed for those interested in beginning drawing techniques. Join Lydia, a certified art educator, in this engaging exploration of the fundamentals of drawing. Class covers perspective, contour, shading and composition using graphite and charcoal and ink. Just bring your enthusiasm, as all paper and quality implements are included in the fee. Your drawing experience will culminate in a self selected final project. Guaranteed to change how you view what you see.
Instructor: Lydia Littwin Fee: $165 Limit: 16

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Drawing Continued

Tuesday 7:00-8:20 p.m. 12 weeks Starts February 5
If you already have taken a beginning drawing class, join Lydia to learn new skills. Continue practicing observational drawing with charcoal. Explore more complex objects and spaces such as the figure, interiors, and landscapes while receiving expert help along the way. Bring your own pad and charcoal and pencils or add $20 to fee if you need supplies.
Instructor: Lydia Littwin Fee: $145 Limit: 16

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Joys of Working in Colored Pencil

Monday 6:30-8:00 p.m. 8 weeks Starts February 4
Colored pencils aren't just for children! Come join Elizabeth, an accomplished artist and educator, to learn the basics of creating beautiful colored pencil paintings in a fun, supportive environment. After the first class, students will need to purchase Prismacolor pencils which are artist quality as well as some Stonehenge paper. Elizabeth will make sure to cover advice and discussion of materials, demonstrations on the most popular colored pencil techniques, and lots of studio time. All levels of skill are welcome to learn in this new medium.
Instructor: Elizabeth Llewellyn Fee: $95 Limit: 16

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Intro to Zentangle

NEW - Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts March 5
Full - Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts February 19
Looking for a way to unwind from stress, focus your thoughts, or explore your creative side? Come learn the creative and relaxing process of the Zentangle art form. Zentangle is an easy to learn method of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns. Join Carolyn, a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT), and be introduced to the creative art of and basic principles of Zentangle. You will learn an assortment of tangle patterns, using a simple step-by-step process, and create Zentangle tiles of your own. It is fun and relaxing, increases focus and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction and an increased sense of personal well being. Zentangle is for everyone; you do not need to be an artist to create beautiful art. Fee includes a $5 Zentangle kit.
Instructor: Carolyn Siccama Fee: $40 Limit: 8

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Intro to Zentangle with Parent & Child

Sponsored by findandgoseek.net

Tuesday 6:30-7:30 p.m. 2 weeks Starts March 12
Zentangle is a great activity that allows us to forget how old we are so come enjoy it with someone you love. Zentangle is an easy to learn method of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns. Join Carolyn, a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT), and be introduced to the creative art of Zentangle and learn the basic principles and guidelines for the Zentangle art form. This class requires no artistic experience and will tap into anyone's creative side, regardless of your age. With just a few simple pen strokes, you'll be able to create a beautiful piece of artwork that will amaze your family and friends. Appropriate for ages 8+ with parent or guardian. Fee includes a $5 Zentangle kit for each participant.
Instructor: Carolyn Siccama Fee: $65 Limit: 6 pairs

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Zentangle Zendalas

Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 2 weeks Starts April 2
A zendala is a beautiful piece of art that incorporates the Zentangle art form. Zendalas are Zentangles in the round. For those of you who have taken the Introduction to Zentangle class, come be introduced to the use of Zentangle patterns and techniques to create a zendala. Discover the fun of creating a zendala with a surprisingly simple technique that produces dazzling results! Working on 41/2" circular tiles and integrating both new and previously known tangle patterns this class will explore a variety of ways to create beautiful zendala works of art. All materials are included. Bring your own Zentangle kit. Pre-requisite: Intro to Zentangle.
Instructor: Carolyn Siccama Fee: $65 Limit: 10

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Wool Dyeing Workshop

1. Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts January 10
2. Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts May 16
Join Diane in this very hands on workshop and learn basic and advanced dyeing techniques using wool fabric. All tools and materials are provided. 1/2 yard of wool is included with the workshop. Bring an apron or old shirt to protect clothing. Fee: $25 for Rug Hooking II participants, $35 for Workshop only sign-ups.
Instructor: Diane Burgess Fee: $35 Limit: 8

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Rug Hooking for Beginners

Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 5 weeks Starts January 31
Learn the basics of rug hooking while creating a small project. Diane always has a great group of students. Topics covered include: tools, materials, design, wool quantity, color planning, basic dyeing techniques, and finishing your project. No supplies needed for first class. Hook and fabric kit included. Students will need to purchase wool. New frames can be purchased in class; used frames are available to use during class or bring your own frame. Designed for high school and older. If you need more information, contact Diane at diane@cvuhs.org.
Instructor: Diane Burgess Fee: $95 Limit: 10

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Rug Hooking II -New Project

Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 5 weeks Starts March 21
Presented by popular demand, participants will continue rug hooking with a new and more advanced project with Diane's expert help. If you have taken Diane's beginner course or have some rug hooking experience, this class is for you. Participants will need to bring their frame, hook and a pattern or design in mind. Students will need to purchase their own materials for this exciting continuation of creative skills. Designed for high school and older. For more information you may contact Diane at diane@cvuhs.org.
Instructor: Diane Burgess Fee: $85 Limit: 10

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"Set Your Table" Sewing Workshop

Wednesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 2 weeks Starts May 8
Make a colorful table runner along with place mats in this sewing class for all levels. Decorating for Spring has never been easier! These are made with strips of fabric and we will "quilt as we go." You will be able to create your own look as you design your pattern. Don't worry, we have suggestions. Materials Needed: To make the table runner and 4 place mats, bring 1 1/2 yards of 42/44" cotton for the backing, plus 3 yards of assorted fabrics to mix and match for the tops (fat quarters in this amount work well or if you are a sewer, you can use scraps), 1 1/4 yards of thin 45" batting, plus matching thread and basic sewing supplies. Use one of the schools machines or bring your own.
Instructor: Angela Miller Fee: $55 Limit: 8

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It's Your Bag! 3 Bags Sewing Workshop

NEW - Monday 6:00-9:00 p.m. 3 weeks Starts April 29
Full - Wednesday 6:00-9:00 p.m. 3 weeks Starts March 13
Make a colorful folding shopping bag as you get a feel for using a sewing machine. Then create a small zippered organizer bag. The final project is the favorite tote, with lots of pockets, a zip top and double shoulder straps. This class is for those new to sewing, or those who would like to get more experience. We will learn basic use of the machine, how to use patterns, insert a zipper, line a bag, and add your personal style to what you make. Bring your own machine or use one at the school. Materials Needed: for the first class bring 3/4 yard of 42"-44" cotton in a non- directional cotton print for the shopping tote and organizer, a matching 7" zipper for the organizer, matching thread, and basic sewing supplies such as pins, scissors, and tape measure.
Instructor: Angela Miller Fee: $85 Limit: 8

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Pillows! Sewing Workshop

Monday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 2 weeks Starts April 1
You will be surprised at how easy it will be to make great looking pillows. Change the look of your home or give as gifts. Make a knife edge or box edge pillow as you will learn the professional way to measure for your pillow size, cut the fabric, make piping, and put in a zipper. Designed for any ability. Materials needed: for the first class, bring a 12" to 18" pillow form (or you can recover one you have) 5/8 yard of fabric (not too thick to sew through several layers of or too slippery,) 1/2 yard of coordinating fabric for the piping, 2 yards of cording, matching thread and a zipper 3" shorter than the side of your pillow, as well as basic sewing supplies. Use one of the school's sewing machines or bring your own.
Instructor: Angela Miller Fee: $50 Limit: 8

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Sewing Together! Parent and Child -New Project!

Thursday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 2 weeks Starts March 14
Enjoy an evening together as you learn to make two fun projects. The first week we will create an animal pillow, and the second week we will sew up a messenger bag. This is a relaxing time as you cut out the fabric and sew simple seams to complete the projects. This class is designed for all skill levels, including total beginners. Please bring 1/2 yard of non-directional cotton fabric, 12 ounces of polyester stuffing and matching thread plus basic sewing supplies such as scissors and pins to the first class. Use the school's machines or bring in your own.
Instructor: Angela Miller Fee: $85/pair Limit: 5 pairs

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Sewing Party Workshop with Expert Advice

Monday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 3 weeks Starts February 4
Come and enjoy an evening of sewing with someone who has a background in both sewing garments and quilting. Have all your questions answered as you complete those projects you might be stuck on or had been set to the side or just start a new one. Maybe you want to hem some pants, put in a zipper, complete a quilt top, or start a pocketbook. Have the help you need at hand. Use the school's machines, if you like, or bring your own machine. The instructor will bring some ideas for quick projects along in case you aren't sure what you'd like to make. Bring a few coordinating fat quarters or quarter yards of cotton fabrics if you would like to make these.
Instructor: Angela Miller Fee: $85 Limit: 8

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Quilting for Beginners

Tuesday 6:30-8:00 p.m. 5 weeks Starts March 12
Join Tammy, an avid lifelong quilter to learn how to and create your own "Lucky Stars" kid size quilt. This classic quilt even sports a patchwork border surrounding the 12 blocks. Finished size will be 45" x 60". You will need to bring in ready to sew fabric of your choice, so sign up early to receive info on materials list. That will give you lots of time to shop or rummage through the attic. Bring your own rotary cutter, mat, and ruler or borrow one while at CVU.
Instructor: Tammy Hall Fee: $125 Limit: 8

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Needle Felt Heart Ornaments

Wednesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts February 6
Needle felting is a way of making felt and sculpting wool with a special needle. No water is necessary, so we'll stay warm and cozy while we create all kinds of gifts and ornaments and jewelry. Join Annette, owner of Make Life Cozy, for this new and fun Access offering. These make the best little gifts, especially around Valentine's or Mother's Day. Make individual ornaments, or string them together for a garland. Other options for designs will be available as well.
Instructor: Annette Hansen Fee: $40 Limit: 12

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Needle Felt a Penguin
Wednesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts February 13 Same needle felting description as above. Learn the basics of needle felting in 3-D while giving your penguin a personality of your choosing. Really fun class! All materials included in fee. Instructor: Annette Hansen Fee: $40 Limit: 12

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Needle Felt a 3-D Owl
Wednesday 6:00-9:00 p.m. 1 week Starts April 10 Learn the techniques of basic 3-D needle felting in this three hour class. You'll be able to give your owl lots of personality! This is a great class for all ages. All materials provided. Instructor: Annette Hansen Fee: $40 Limit: 12

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Paint with Wool and a Felted Needle

Wednesday 6:00-9:00 p.m. 1 week Starts April 17
Let your creativity run free in this fun and super easy three hour class. You'll take home two or three "pictures", all made with wool! Lots of fun materials will be provided for embellishment! You may also bring in any wool and/or felt items you'd like to decorate- maybe you have a felted bag you knit? All materials included in fee.
Instructor: Annette Hansen Fee: $45 Limit: 12

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Annette's All Occasion Collage Cards

Wednesday 6:00-8:00 p.m. 3 weeks Starts March 6
Learn how to make the coolest cards in this three-session new offering from Access. Using different dye inks, create masks, sprays, mulberry papers, soft chalks, pigment inks and stamps to create unique cards. There will be discussion around design, color and composition while we work. Beginner level class; all materials provided in fee. By the end of class, you'll have a lovely finished card and envelope, suitable for giving as a very special gift along with the knowledge and talent to create many more. Annette has just had an article published about her cards in the Holiday issue of RubberStampMadness magazine.
Instructor: Annette Hansen Fee: $75 Limit: 12

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Pop-Up Card Workshop
Wednesday 6:00-9:00 p.m. 1 week Starts April 3 Join Annette to create two types of pop-up cards during this fun and easy "paper engineering" class. All materials provided. The focus of this class is learning how, so decorating the cards you make can happen at home. A lifetime of making your own pop up cards guaranteed. Instructor: Annette Hansen Fee: $50 Limit: 12

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Learn to Knit with Annette

Thursday 5:30-6:55 p.m. 10 weeks Starts February 7
Learn the fast and efficient "continental" method of knitting and purling. This technique is especially great for people who crochet and have had a hard time learning to knit, as the yarn is held in the same hand you're used to for crochet. Annette has a fun and gentle teaching style. Enthusiasm is the only thing you need to bring! A selection of yarn and needles will be available at the first class and are included in the fee. Everyone will receive 2 sets of needles and enough yarn to work with in this class. Of course, people are welcome to shop for different yarn after the first class.
Instructor: Annette Hansen Fee: $135 Limit: 12

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Knit a Seamless Baby Sweater

Thursday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 10 weeks Starts February 7
Designed for those knitters who can at least knit and purl. Annette will teach lots of techniques from casting on to sewing on buttons as you learn to read patterns and pick up helpful hints involved in getting it right. Everyone will be knitting the same pattern with some variations possible, making this easy no-sew sweater fun and personalized. Build the confidence to choose future patterns to create more items. Bring any yarn labeled weight 4 (worsted weight) to class the first night along with your needles. Assorted weight 4 wool is available for purchase from instructor if interested. Pattern cost included in fee.
Instructor: Annette Hansen Fee: $145 Limit: 12

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Knit 3 Stitches Series - Seed Stitch

Thursday 5:30-6:55 p.m. 3 weeks Starts May 9
This new Access offering focuses on improving your knitting skills one new stitch at a time. Take one or all 3 of the classes. Easy to use needles and yarn will be available for use in class (available for separate purchase if interested.) Students will leave with your own sample swatch showing all you've learned. All these stitches are suitable for scarves, potholders, dishcloths, mats, etc. Must be able to knit and purl. $30 for one class, $50 for two, and save $20 when taking all 3 for only $70.
Thursday, May 9. Seed Stitch
Learn this great border/edge stitch and its many variations. Fee:$30
Thursday, May 16, Mock Cable Rib
This looks like cables, but no cable needle needed. Great accent on sweaters and hats! Fee:$30
Thursday, May 23, Linen Stitch
This looks like a woven textile on the front, and a bumpy texture on the back. Looks great with just one color, or I can show how pretty it looks when you use two colors (only one at a time).
Instructor: Annette Hansen Fee: $30/70 Limit: 10

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Learn to Knit Cables: A Great Hat

Thursday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 3 weeks Starts May 9
Designed for knitters able to knit and purl, everyone will end up with a great hat after learning how to make a wide cabled band. Other skills learned or reinforced include: pick up and knit, decreasing, knitting on four needles, I-Cord and other techniques as we add to the cabled band for the top of the hat. Class includes wool for the hat, a pattern, and two sets of knitting needles. Materials cost: Approx. $30 is included in fee. Participants will be contacted by instructor to discuss color choices.
Instructor: Annette Hansen Fee: $85 Limit: 10

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BasketMaking: Traditional Market Style with Handle

Wednesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 2 weeks Starts April 3
Have you always wanted to learn how to make a basket? Join Maura for this new Access offering and learn to make a practical, easy to finish rectangular traditional handled market basket. Useful for gathering veggies and flowers from the garden and farmers market, also a perfect gift for the holidays. No experience needed. All materials ($15+) are included in the fee.
Instructor: Maura Clancy Fee: $75 Limit: 8

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Basket Making: Traditional Bushel/Storage Basket with Handle

Wednesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 2 weeks Starts May 1
Join Maura for this great Access offering and learn to make a practical, easy to finish traditional bushel and/or storage basket with handle. Useful for gathering veggies and flowers from the garden, or use in the home as a decorative storage basket for magazines, yarn, etc. No experience needed to create this beautiful original. All materials and tools needed (approx. $15) are included in the fee.
Instructor: Maura Clancy Fee: $75 Limit: 8

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Woodworking - You Build It!!

Monday 5:30-8:30 p.m. 12 weeks Starts February 4
This class is designed for beginners and experienced woodworkers. Brett, a certified Design and Technology educator, will lead the class through project design, material selection, and tool & machine use. Over the 30 hours of shop time, participants will learn about the needed hand and power tools in the CVU shop as well as receive expert advice on their projects. Over the 10 weeks, Brett can also demonstrate inlay techniques. If interested, participants will have the opportunity to practice and implement their own designs using these methods or stick with their own projects. Bring in projects or shop for materials after first class. Anyone new to Brett's class will participate in the safety orientation and machine demos during the first week of class. Starting with week 2, the lab will be open for project work by all. Newcomers will shop for materials after the first week. (Those returnees need not attend the first class and pay $170.)
Instructor: Brett Walker Fee: $185 Limit: 11

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Wooden Bowl Turning for Beginners

NEW - Thursday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 3 weeks Starts April 18 (class meets 4/18, 5/2, 5/9)
Full - Wednesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 3 weeks Starts March 20
Join Nick Rosato, a professional woodturner, to make your first hardwood bowl. Through demonstration and hands-on learning, students will explore the basic tools and skills involved in bowl turning. Safe practice, proper tool use, and properties of wood will be covered. The goal is for each participant to leave with new skills, appreciation of the art, and a turned bowl of their own. All materials included in fee. The instructor works professionally in Winooski and is the president of the Woodchuck Woodturners of Northern Vermont, a non-profit organization dedicated to sharing the craft of woodturning. For more information about his work visit www.thesculptedtree.com.
Instructor: Nick Rosato Fee: $145 Limit: 6

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Kids Hand Tool Woodworking-Grades 1-6

Tuesday 3:30-5:00 p.m. 5 weeks Starts April 30
Come join in the fun, and take home new skills, great memories, and your own handmade wood creations. Sachi and Stuart have over 40 years combined woodworking experience, and are in their 4th year teaching youth woodworking programs. In this program, students will learn the safe use of woodworking hand tools, along with materials and techniques. First time students will build a birdhouse then join returning students building their choice of about 30 projects. All tools and materials are provided. No previous experience is necessary, and no power tools are used. Visit us at http://www.facebook.com/sawmillstudio, or e-mail us with questions at SawmillStudio@gmail.com.
Instructor: Sachi Hergesheimer, and Stuart Cheney of Sawmill Studio L3C Fee: $125 Limit: 14

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Carving for Beginners-The Spoon

NEW - Tuesday 5:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts March 26
Full - Tuesday 5:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts March 12
Join Matthew, a life long carver and whittler, as he shares his talents with this hands-on presentation for those interested in learning how to carve correctly with quality tools. Participants will start with a basswood blank, and leave with a perfectly usable 6" spoon with your own personalized handle. Matthew, owner of his own architectural carving business in Stowe, brings a wealth of knowledge to this introductory carving course. The key to easy carving is a good tool. We will have high quality carving knives and chisels available for everyone to use, with an option to purchase the two at our cost after the class. Fee: $30, Optional purchase of knife and chisel, add $40.
Instructor: Matthew Strong Fee: $30/70 Limit: 12

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Carving in Wood-Animal Figurines

Tuesday 5:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts April 9
Join Matthew, owner of Architectural Carving of Stowe, as he leads the group in carving a dog or beaver out of basswood. Start with a wood blank, and learn how to use our quality tools to create a work of beauty. After a lifetime of carving, Matt knows the best ways to learn this new skill. The key to easy carving is a good tool. We will have high quality carving knives and chisels available for everyone to use, with an option to purchase the two at our cost after the class. Fee: $30, Optional purchase of knife and chisel, add $40.
Instructor: Matthew Strong Fee: $30/70 Limit: 12

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Welding-Beginners

Sponsored by Hart & Mead

1. Tuesday   6:00-8:30 p.m.   5 weeks   Starts January 15
2. Thursday   6:00-8:30 p.m.   5 weeks   Starts January 17
3. Tuesday   6:00-8:30 p.m.   5 weeks   Starts March 5
4. Thursday   6:00-8:30 p.m.   5 weeks   Starts March 7
Have you always wanted to learn to weld? Join Bruce for this very popular Access offering. This section is designed for those with basically no real hands-on experience with welding as well as those who have taken the class and would like to improve on their skills. Learn the right way to arc weld (stick), use oxy acetylene torches to braze and weld, handle Mig (wirefeed) and Tig, and even have an introduction to plasma cutting. Plenty of time on task practicing skills is designed into this class. Opportunity to bring in an item of your own that needs welding by the end of the session will be possible. All consumable materials ($40-65 per person) are included in fee in this highly technical offering.
Instructor: Bruce Hathaway Fee: $195 Limit: 10

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Basic Machining-Lathe and Vertical Mill

Sponsored by Hart & Mead

Wednesday 6:00-9:00 p.m. 6 weeks Starts January 23
Join CVU design technology educator Dick Francis for this popular Access offering. Project based, everyone will machine their own tack hammer by applying the skills learned in this class. More specifically, all will experience basic use and setting of engine lathe, as well as perform the following cuts: turning, facing, radius shoulder, square shoulder, knurling and hand grip, and chamfered. Learn to hold and measure dimensions to closest .001 inch. Vertical mill skills will include: flat surfacing, facing (90%face), machining taper, and compound angle taper. Making internal and external threads also included in this project driven course. All necessary materials included in fee. 18 hours of class time for everyone.
Instructor: Dick Francis Fee: $185 Limit: 8

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Greek Coastal Cuisine

Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts January 15
Greece is blessed with incredible growing conditions and a large coastline for great seafood. As the Greek culinary scene begins to unfold in nearby cities and expands on the traditional fare we know and love, add some creative new dishes to your repertoire. Let the savory and healthy cuisine of the Mediterranean inspire you this winter. Menu: Calamari simmered with semi roasted tomatoes & capers, Spiced Beef and Sheep Cheese Filo Pockets, Village Salad with Classic Greek Dressing. Pistachio Crusted Salmon with crushed olives and Tzatziki.
Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Greek Coastal Cuisine-All New!

Sponsored by Bolton Valley

Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts April 16
Greece is blessed with incredible growing conditions and a large coastline for great seafood. As the Greek culinary scene begins to unfold in nearby cities and expand on the traditional fare we know and love, add some creative new dishes to your repertoire. Let the savory and healthy cuisine of the Mediterranean inspire you this Spring. Salt Cod Fritters with caper lemon sauce, Eggplant & Fried Grape Leaf Meze, Greek Fish Stew with Tomatoes & Kalamata Olives.
Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Indian Cuisine-All New Recipes!

NEW - Thursday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week January 31
Full - Thursday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts January 17
45 percent of all spices are derived from India. We will look at how to combine spice mixtures to flavor dishes in a way no other culture can do. We will examine some common as well as exotic components of Indian cooking and discuss easy recipes to bring into your home kitchen. Don't limit yourself to the often lifeless curries found in a restaurant. Come learn how the inspired home cook adds texture and layers seasoning beyond pre-made store bought jars. Menu: Chicken in Spiced Yogurt (contains Nuts), Sesame Potatoes, Turmeric spiced Zucchini and Greens.
Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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South Indian Delight-Vegetarian

Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts March 12
Deep in the South of India, the sun blazes hot on the streets and the kitchen air is laden with pungent spices ready to warm the belly. Southern Indian cuisine is rarely found in the North Indian restaurants we are so familiar with here in the states. Consider joining us for an evening of exploration as we create some of the true gems found in the lower regions of this diverse country. Menu: Lentil Crepe (Dosa), Coconut Chutney, Potato Curry.
Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Vietnamese-All New Recipes!

NEW - Wednesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts April 10
Full - Wednesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts January 23
Vietnam in her sublime beauty offers a cuisine of contrasting textures, aromatic herbs and deep savory flavors that light up the palette. Renew your dining experience at home by bringing three refreshing recipes to table while exploring the culinary trends that weave this cuisine into fruition. Menu: Shrimp and Rice Vermicelli Bowl, Beef Wrapped in Vietnamese Leaf, Daikon and Carrot Quick Pickle.
Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Vietnamese Pho

Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts March 5
Tropical Vietnamese style cooking relies on a diverse range of herbs and roots to develop characteristics quintessential to the cuisine. For those of you who are still reveling in the powers of nuoc mam and coconut crepes from our previous offering, here come a few more recipes to add to your expanding knowledge base. Learn the hidden techniques and cryptic flavor combination in Pho (pronounced fuh) while we investigate three Vietnamese specialties. Everyone welcome. Menu: Pho Aromatic Beef Noodle Soup, Spicy Lemongrass Chicken, Shrimp and Sesame Triangles.
Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Vietnamese Fare-Crepe

Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts April 9
Vietnam in her sublime beauty offers a cuisine of contrasting textures, aromatic herbs and deep savory flavors that light up the palette. Renew your dining experience at home by bringing three refreshing recipes to table while exploring the culinary trends that weave this cuisine into fruition. Savory Coconut Crepe with Scallion and Shrimp, Vietnamese Mint Chicken, Coconut Sticky Rice with Mango.
Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Traditional Vegetarian Dim Sum

Wednesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts February 6
Take a walk down the ancient path of the silk road, where the weary traveler takes a break at the local tea house, sips on green tea and nibbles on little morsels that warm the belly. We will explore the traditional technique in preparing three courses that will indulge both your palette and your sense of adventure. Menu: Mushroom Wonton Soup, Mung Bean and Bok Choy Dumpling, Three Mushroom Dumpling.
Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Pan-Asian Bistro	*Sponsored by Olivia's Croutons*
Monday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts February 11 The flavors from Tropical Asia combine with nuances of the savvy gourmet. Learn how to prepare those mouth watering recipes that tempt you when you are out on the town. Simple fresh and full of flavor. Menu: Asian wasabi slaw, Coconut shrimp with chili orange, Pad thai Noodles. Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Thai Veggie

Sponsored by Shelburne Country Store

Thursday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts March 7
Between the Northern Hills of Chiang Mai and the Seascape of the peninsular South, a plethora of spicy chilies are being pounded into mouth watering curries. Learn the restaurant favorites while we wake up the heat on these cold winter days and learn the secrets of the tropics. For those of you who can't get enough Thai food and are looking for three distinct recipes to add to your repertoire….look no further. (Note-Vegetarian with fish sauce). Menu: Green curry with Tofu, Pad Thai, Lettuce wraps.
Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Thai Special

NEW - Thursday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts April 11
Full - Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts March 26
Join Chalinee (Nina), a visiting educator from Thailand, to enjoy some of her family's favorite savory food. She will introduce you to new ingredients, or maybe just show you how to make 3 new dishes to please yourself and guests. Menu: Thom Kha Gai (coconut milk soup), Pad Prik Kaeng (red curry with pork, green beans and rice), Khao Niew Mamuang (sticky rice with mango).
Instructor: Chalinee Samutphong Fee: $35 Limit: 12

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Ethiopian-All New Recipes

Sponsored by Olivia's Croutons

Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts January 29
Nestled in Eastern Africa, Ethiopian cuisine has just barely permeated our restaurant culture and is considered by most to be an exotic experience. Diners often find themselves sitting on hourglass shaped baskets around a common table laden with a giant fermented pancake and dotted with heavily spiced vegetables, legumes and meats. After many requests from our regulars, this class offers a snap shot into the spice blends that serve as a foundation for this cuisine. If you are interested in learning how Berbere and Nitter Kibbe can make their way into your winter cupboards come join us for an evening in Africa. Menu: Fish in Clarified Butter, Beef & Eggplant in Berbere Curry, Fresh Lentil Salad.
Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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The Turkish Table

Sponsored by Merchant's Bank

Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts February 19
Turkey's specialties are indicative of the Mediterranean diet that is so rich in vegetables, legumes and grains. This festive table is full of flavors and textures that celebrate the deeply satisfying fusion of savory & sweet and will open your mind to the creative possibilities residing in your own pantry. Join us for an evening of favorites as we explore the Kabob culture and regional delicacies that are sure to leave you hankering for more. Menu: Saffron rice Pilaf, Apricot mint chutney, Chicken Kabob, Grilled Eggplant Flatbread with mint & lebneh.
Instructor: Lauren Gammon Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Homemade Gefilte Fish & Matzo Kugel

Sponsored by City Market

Monday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts March 18
Join Jane and Eddie to learn how to make gefilte fish for Passover without opening a jar. Prepared from raw pre-ground fish, after this class you will be able to return to your own kitchen and make the best gefilte fish you have ever served. Seasoned to your own personal taste, each participant will have enough to eat and have some to take home to family. This is your opportunity to prepare from scratch, and enjoy a light fresh-tasting traditional delicacy. Plus, learn a delicious, easy to put together Matzo Kugel that is guaranteed to please all. This will be an evening of eating, stories, and fun. All ingredients included.
Instructor: Jane & Eddie Krasnow Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Pasta Bene

Thursday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts February 7
Join Adele as she puts everyone to creating with her pasta machines. Choose pasta wide or thick, linguine or fettuccini, as you learn to make it fresh. With the basic techniques mastered, move on to prepare your own cheese-filled ravioli from the pasta you made from scratch. Adele, a Burlington resident, comes from a long tradition of pasta making. Back in Italy, her family still runs an artisan pasta company in their town, Fara San Martino. Join Adele as she recreates her family recipes right here at CVU. All materials included.
Instructor: Adele Dienno Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Risotto Demystified

Sponsored by City Market

Thursday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts April 18
More than rice, Italian risotto is a creamy delight (without cream) which can be made a hundred different ways, yet the basics are simple and easy to learn. Join Adele, and you will be able to impress your friends and family with risotto creations of your own. We will make several different types of risotto, all typical Italian dishes and all delicioso. Classic Risotto Milanese, risotto with asparagus, and delicious mushroom risotto cakes. Buono cucina!
Instructor: Adele Dienno Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Gelato, Sorbet, Italian Ice

Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts April 30
Once you have made your own ice cream, you may never buy store bought again. Create a basic custard and make a fruit based "Italian Ice Cream." Add to that the chocolate recipe from Florence, and you will have a hit! In addition, all will make sorbet, which is without eggs, as well as Italian Ice (dairy free). You will have an opportunity to use the modern "iceless" ice cream machines as well as the old fashioned crank variety. All materials included.
Instructor: Adele Dienno Fee: $25 Limit: 16

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Fresh Berry Pie!

Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts May 7
Forget about using canned fruits when the berry farms in Vermont are bursting with juicy sweet berries. We will begin by preparing our own pie crust, with Adele's special technique guaranteed for success. The filling is simple, yet so flavorful, a tasty treat to share with all of your friends. For those of you who would prefer an even healthier alternative, a great variation is the berry crisp we prepare as well.
Instructor: Adele Dienno Fee: $25 Limit: 16

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Decorated Valentine Sugar Cookies-6-12 Year Old with Adult

Tuesday 4:00-6:30 p.m. 1 week Starts February 12
Enjoy an afternoon out with your son, daughter, or your best friend as you learn the art of decorating great cookies. Join Carol for this hands-on afternoon as everyone uses decorating tools, learns to make the sweet decorating glaze, and comes away with presents for those they care about. It is always a special time when Carol bakes with loved ones and neighbors around all the special occasions and holidays. Each person will leave the class with one dozen cookies along with a decorating spatula needed to decorate for a lifetime.
Instructor: Carol Fox Fee: $30 Limit: 16

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Decorated Easter Sugar Cookies-6-12 Year Old with Adult
Wednesday 4:00-6:30 p.m. 1 week Starts March 27 Same as Valentine Cookie Decorating above, with an Easter theme. You can use these cookies as name plates for your holiday table. Each person will leave the class with one dozen cookies along with a decorating spatula needed to decorate for a lifetime. Instructor: Carol Fox Fee: $30 Limit: 16

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Summer Salad Special	*Sponsored by City Market*
Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts May 14 This is the class that will jump start the summer season of salads for you. Create three different recipes perfect to bring along to all those parties from graduation through Labor Day. Menu: Pasta salad, Whole Grain Salad with Roasted Vegetables, and Three Bean Salad Italiano, Deliciouso. Instructor: Adele Dienno Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Cake Decorating Basics

Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 4 weeks Starts February 13
Let Sally Dattilio, a Wilton Method Instructor, help you experience the thrill of creating cakes and treats that will delight your friends and family—even if you've never decorated before! Learn to bake a great cake, see how to make and color icing and learn the best way to ice the cake. Along the way, you'll learn to create icing drop flowers, shells, leaves, shaggy mums, and the ribbon rose. Students need to purchase the Wilton Course 1 Basic Kit before class and you will need to bring 6 plain sugar type cookies and a can of icing to the first class. After you finish this course, you may choose Flowers and Cake Designs or Gum Paste and Fondant.
Instructor: Sally Dattilio Fee: $85 Limit: 12

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Gum Paste and Fondant

Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 4 weeks Starts January 9
Join Sally for this Access class designed for those with at least Cake I decorating experience. Receive a new fondant kit to enhance your skills. Some of the exciting techniques you'll create are: carnation, daisy, fantasy flower, ribbons & accents and favor boxes. You will also learn to cover a cake and cake board with fondant. Prerequisite: Course I cake decorating. Sally will contact enrollees before first class to make sure everyone brings what is needed to jump right in upon arrival. Kit included in fee.
Instructor: Sally Dattilio Fee: $105 Limit: 12

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Flower and Cake Design

Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 4 weeks Starts March 27
In Flowers and Cake Design, you'll explore sophisticated ways to bring your cakes and desserts to life! Sally will show you how to create breathtaking icing flowers such as pansies, lilies and the famous Wilton Rose. Then, you'll discover the secrets of arranging them in a beautifully balanced cake-top bouquet. Participants need to purchase the Wilton Course 2 Flower and Cake Design Kit before coming to class.
Instructor: Sally Dattilio Fee: $85 Limit: 12

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Spanish 1-Part 1

Sponsored by Jackman's Inc.

Thursday 6:00-7:15 p.m. 12 weeks Starts February 7
Join Deb, a CVU Spanish educator, to begin your journey towards speaking this beautiful and useful language. This class will focus on reading and speaking as much as possible. There will be some light homework, as practice between classes will help you learn much more quickly. A useful text, good for the continuation level here at Access, and all handouts are included in the price and yours to keep.
Instructor: Deborah Newell-Robinson Fee: $135 Limit: 20

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Spanish 1-Part 2

Tuesday 7:00-8:15 p.m. 14 weeks Starts February 12
This class is designed for those who have taken the Beginner Access class or have been introduced to Spanish sometime in their lives. This is an engaging and fun continuation of your Spanish learning. Emphasis on speaking and reading, light homework goes a long way although not required. If you need the Spanish is Fun Text being used, add $20 to fee.
Instructor: Sara Molina Fee: $155/175 Limit: 20

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Spanish 2-Part 1

Tuesday 5:30-6:45 p.m. 14 weeks Starts February 12
This class is designed for those with a strong foundation in Spanish and would like to continue towards speaking and understanding the language better. Sara, an experienced Spanish educator, is skilled in having all learners progress while enjoying their new found language skills. If you have had a number of High school Spanish years, and/or a year of college Spanish, or have lived in a Spanish speaking country, this may be the right class for you. Check it out. Moving to a more appropriate level after the first class is an option. Book included in the fee.
Instructor: Sara Molina Fee: $175 Limit: 20

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Spanish 2-Part 2

Wednesday 5:30-6:45 p.m. 14 weeks Starts February 13
This class is designed for those with a strong foundation in Spanish who would like to continue towards speaking and understanding the language better. Sara is skilled in having all learners progress while enjoying their new found language skills. Our goal is to have you learning at the correct level. Moving between classes once the semester starts is always possible. This continues in the Spanish is Fun, Book 2 series here at Access. Need a book? Add $20 to fee.
Instructor: Sara Molina Fee: $155/175 Limit: 20

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Spanish 3-Advanced Study Seminar

Wednesday 7:00-8:15 p.m. 14 weeks Starts February 13
This class is designed for those with a strong foundation in Spanish and would like to continue towards speaking and understanding the language better. Sara, one of the excellent CVUHS Spanish educators, will have people conversing, reading, and writing each night. Emphasis will be on spoken language skills. Check it out. A $20 materials cost is included in fee.
Instructor: Sara Molina Fee: $165 Limit: 20

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Conversational Spanish Immersion

Thursday 6:15-7:15 p.m. 9 weeks Starts February 7
Join Kerri Brien, an experienced Spanish educator, for this dynamic Spanish Conversation class to help improve and maintain your spoken Spanish and reading fluency in the target language. This class is fun and engaging as we read Spanish literature and short stories, discuss current events, listen to Latin music and share Latin foods. The level of Spanish is advanced and is especially intended for persons that have a good grasp of the Spanish language through previous course work or have lived and traveled in Spanish speaking countries. If this is not the right spot for you, move to a different level, receive a full credit to any future Access class, or a refund.
Instructor: Kerri Brien Fee: $95 Limit: 18

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Spanish Immersion for Kids-Ages 1-5

Tuesday 3:30-4:15 p.m. 7 weeks Starts March 26
Join Constancia Gómez, an experienced Spanish teacher, for this interactive Spanish musical class for kids. This class will have activities to keep little ones and parents moving. Learn the basics of Spanish, through Latin American songs and games especially designed for 1-5 year olds. Parents and kids will learn colors, animals, numbers, body parts and more with songs. This allows parents to reinforce and enjoy Spanish at home! Constancia is a native of Argentina, with a 3 year old daughter. She is an experienced Spanish teacher and a certified Music Together instructor. She makes learning fun and shares her love of this great language and music with everyone. Fee includes child and adult. Purchase of your own CD is possible for $15.
Instructor: Constancia Gomez Fee: $95 Limit: 18

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French I -Part 2

Wednesday 5:30-6:45 p.m. 14 weeks Starts February 6
Continue your French learning using an easy to follow text. If you have had an introduction to French before, this class may be right for you. Engaging and fun, this class follows the last session French Beginner Access offering. Materials included in fee. Need a book? Add $20 for total of $175. Moving to a more appropriate level after the first class is an option.
Instructor: Annalisa Parent Fee: $155/175 Limit: 20

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French 2-Part 2

Wednesday 7:00-8:15 p.m. 14 weeks Starts February 6
Looking to continue or get back to your French? This level is best described as high school French 2. Annalisa, a certified Vermont French Educator, will bring lots of conversation practice to this course, and optional light homework will enhance your skills. If you have had French before and would like to get back to it, this may be the right level for you. If not, move to one of the other choices. All materials included in fee.
Instructor: Annalisa Parent Fee: $175 Limit: 20

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French Immersion

Wednesday 6:00-7:15 p.m. 12 weeks Starts February 6
This class will be presented in French 95% of the time for those interested in improving their fluency in listening and speaking. If you have a strong French education background, have lived in a French speaking environment for 3 months or more, this class has been designed for you. All necessary materials included in fee. If this is not the right class for you, ability to switch is possible.
Instructor: Maddy Posig Fee: $145 Limit: 16

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Italian for Travelers

Thursday 5:30-7:00 p.m. 8 weeks Starts March 21
Learn the beginnings of conversational Italian the way Italians sound. Join native Italian speaker and former tour guide Francesca Creta-Merrill in this intensive course as she shares her love of Italy and this beautiful language. Immerse yourself in the culture and discover more about customs and habits of Italy before you go on your trip! Participants are guaranteed to be engaged in new learning from the first moments of the class to the last session. Of course, there is no homework, but practice always helps. No prerequisite although some knowledge of a romance language acquired at some point in your life, will be an advantage. Book and all materials included in fee.
Instructor: Francesca Creta Merrill Fee: $115 Limit: 18

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Italian 2

Tuesday 6:30-7:45 p.m. 12 weeks Starts February 5
Are you interested in bringing your Italian language skills to the next level? This class is designed for those with a growing level of confidence in Italian language skills. Join David, a native speaker and educator, to focus on conversation and clear communication, along with grammar and reading. This will be supported by in-class activities and some light homework. As well, cultural themes will be explored to help improve vocabulary and support the move to fluency. All needed materials included in fee.
Instructor: David Tomasi Fee: $195 Limit: 20

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German 1-Part 2

Tuesday 6:00-7:10 p.m. 14 weeks Starts February 12
This class is a continuation of German for beginners. Join Gavin to focus on the improvement of spoken and written German, with an emphasis on grammar and syntax. Cultural themes will be explored to help improve vocabulary. Gavin welcomes those that have taken a beginner German class before or have had basic German language experience. The class is interactive and the use of lots of German in class will speed the learning process. Light homework will be assigned. Upon completion, students should be able to engage in basic conversation and have a solid understanding of basic grammar. No prerequisite. All materials included in fee.
Instructor: Gavin Santacross Fee: $165 Limit: 20

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German 2-Part 1
Tuesday 7:20-8:30 p.m. 14 weeks Starts February 12 This class is designed for those learners that have taken a whole year of German at Access or have some background in German language. It is easy to move between levels after the first week to make sure you are in the correct place to learn. Instructor: Gavin Santacross Fee: $165 Limit: 20

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Beginner Mandarin Chinese

Wednesday 5:30-6:45 p.m. 10 weeks Starts March 6
Learn one of the oldest languages in the world with a continuous history of at least 3,000 years. This class is designed for students with no knowledge of the Chinese language or with a very limited Mandarin background. Develop abilities in speaking, listening with understanding the pronunciation system and simple grammar along with simple conversation, and move towards some simple reading and writing of Chinese characters. Weekly exercises are focused on Chinese for everyday purposes such as greetings, introducing friends and relatives, thank yous, shopping, numbers, etc. Participants will be expected to purchase Yong Ho's Beginner's Chinese with Audio CD before second class.
Instructor: Jieru Wang Fee: $135 Limit: 16

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Mandarin Chinese-Level 2

Sponsored by Chef Leu's House

Wednesday 7:00-8:15 p.m. 10 weeks Starts March 6
This class is designed for those with some background in basic Mandarin and want to continue to develop their abilities in listening, speaking, reading and writing. The participants will learn the structures of Chinese characters and be able to recognize and write simple Chinese characters, then can expand their vocabulary and move to communicate accurately and appropriately in daily life's conversation. The improvement of vocabulary, grammar and writing will be more focused than the beginner's class. Additionally, info about Chinese culture and places will be included. Yong Ho's Beginner and/or Intermediate Chinese with Audio CD will be used in the class. Students are responsible for buying their own book after first class.
Instructor: Jieru Wang Fee: $135 Limit: 16

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Guitar for Beginners

NEW - Tuesday 5:30-6:40 p.m. 10 weeks Starts February 5
Full - Thursday 5:30-6:40 p.m. 10 weeks Starts February 7
This class is designed for those of all ages with little or no experience. Join Sallie, an enthusiastic educator with years of teaching experience, to learn basic acoustic guitar skills and work on learning a few chords through popular songs. Everyone will be playing music before long. Limit is 8 to ensure more personal attention, so reserve your spot soon. Bring your own guitar. An electronic tuner is strongly recommended but not a prerequisite.
Instructor: Sallie Mack Fee: $155 Limit: 8

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Guitar 2-Intermediate

Thursday 6:50-8:00 p.m. 10 weeks Starts February 7
This class is designed for those guitar players that have had an introduction to guitar before. Join Sallie, an enthusiastic educator with years of teaching experience, to learn new acoustic guitar skills and work on learning more songs while receiving instruction on your technique. Limit is 8, so reserve your spot soon. Bring your own guitar. An electronic tuner is strongly recommended but not a prerequisite.
Instructor: Sallie Mack Fee: $155 Limit: 8

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Intro to Jazz Guitar

Tuesday 5:30-6:45 p.m. 8 weeks Starts March 12
Participants need to have a basic knowledge of chords (including barre), single note melody, and some improvisation. This class is ideal for those already playing another style. Explore jazz techniques and improvisation for the first time or add to your basic Jazz playing skills. Jim comes to Access with 35 years of professional playing and teaching in NYC and now as part of the Queen City Hot Club and Swing Noire. Bring your own guitar - acoustic or electric - and tuner. All other materials included in fee.
Instructor: Jim Stout Fee: $145 Limit: 10

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The Joy of Ukulele: Level 1-Beginners

Sponsored by Good Times Café

Tuesday 7:15-8:15 p.m. 10 weeks Starts February 12
Join us in this 10 week course for beginner players, designed to help you become your own life long learner on this wonderful 'instrument of the people.' The ukulele revolution is in full swing around the world, with the ukulele now featured in an increasing number of bands as well as many television commercials. This is your chance to join the growing tide of enthusiasm, creativity and delight surrounding this special instrument. Everyone will learn the proper holding and chording techniques, various strum patterns. All will build a repertoire of traditional music from the 'American Songbook' as well as talk about musical preferences, hear music samples from the masters, and more. Participants need to bring their own ukuleles and electronic tuner. If you want help with your purchasing decision, or want to make sure the Uke you have will be adequate, call Jennifer at 453-6411 to discuss this. Text for this course is included in fee.
Instructor: Jennifer Vyhnak, founder of the Vermont Ukulele Society Fee: $155 Limit: 15

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The Joy of Ukulele: Ukulele Club

Tuesday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 8 weeks Starts February 19
An eight week class designed for beginning ukulele players with a basic level of knowledge and experience in ukulele playing; This is the level 2 class for students who have completed 'The Joy of Ukulele: Level 1 beginners' classes and who wish to continue developing their skills in a fun group format. Other beginning ukulele players who have some basic skills in chording and strumming are also welcome. Fall semester Access CVU students will have first preference for class openings. Students will learn from a variety of songs in the Vermont Ukulele Society repertoire, (see www.vtukes.webs.com for complete list). Ukulele Club will meet on the first and third Tuesdays of each month, from 5:30p.m. to 6:30p.m. for 8 sessions over 4 months, February through May. (Feb. 19; March 5, 19; April 2, 16, 30; May 7, 21.)
Instructor: Jennifer Vyhnak, founder of the Vermont Ukulele Society Fee: $125 Limit: 15

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Sweet Old Time Lullabies

Wednesday 6:00-7:30 p.m. 2 weeks Starts March 13
Sing with Julia to learn a handful of lullabies in this new Access offering. When you bring these songs home, they will have your child or grandchild mesmerized by your voice. Julia, a VT traditional musician and a certified early childhood educator, will accompany with guitar or banjo. All materials are included in this joyful group learning activity.
Instructor: Julia Wayne Fee: $35 Limit: 18

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Zumba Gold®with Jeanne

Wednesday 5:45-6:45 p.m. 12 weeks Starts February 6
Join Jeanne for this popular Zumba offering that allows more people to enjoy the fun of movement, exercise, and dance. Exercise to your appropriate level to great music. Combining the spicy rhythms of a Zumba® Gold class with strength conditioning Zumba® Toning Sticks, a Zumba Gold-Toning class is an effective, full-body workout specifically created for the active older adult, the beginner participant and other special populations that may need modifications for success. The class can be done with or without light hand weights (1 - 2 1/2 lbs) or Zumba® Toning Sticks.
Instructor: Jeanne Neu Fee: $125 Limit: 25

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Zumba ® with Jenn-Tue
Tuesday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 14 weeks Starts March 5 Come enjoy the exercise and fun set to a fusion of Latin and International music. This class mixes body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps. Fun and easy to do, Jenn leads an energetic and feel good class where everyone leaves feeling like they've had a great hour of workout. Instructor: Jenn Buker Fee: $145 Limit: 25

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Jazzercise

Thursday 3:45-4:45 p.m. 15 weeks Starts February 7
Join Tamie-Jo for Jazzercise right after school. Jazzercise, the original Dance Exercise, is a 60 minute workout that fuses dance and muscle toning movements choreographed to today's hottest music, including Top 40, Country, funk, and classics. Each class includes a warm up, aerobic dance workout, strength training with weights and a stretch finale. Fun and effective, it will lift your spirits and strengthen your heart, muscles, and core. Fresh moves, new music, pure motivation.
Instructor: Tamie-Jo Dickinson Fee: $155 Limit: 25

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Core Training Tuesday or Thursday

Sponsored by Horsford Nursery

1. Tuesday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 15 weeks Starts February 12
2. Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 15 weeks Starts February 14
Join Caroline, as she leads everyone to work on core strength, helping sculpt your body over the year. This course uses Pilates style mat exercises in combination with other exercises to develop core strength and control, particularly in the abdominals and back. We have added more weeks for less cost. Suitable for all fitness levels. Use one of our mats, or bring your own. Caroline, an experienced personal trainer, will have you exercising in a fun and entertaining way. Participants will leave each class knowing they have exercised for an hour.
Instructor: Caroline Perkins Fee: $155 Limit: 22

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Tai Chi for Beginners

Wednesday 5:30-6:45 p.m. 8 weeks Starts March 6
Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art system with a myriad of benefits including improved physical health, flexibility and martial prowess, plus increased awareness and sensitivity, stress reduction, and better mental health. The first segment of the Yang style form will be taught. It is amazing how good this feels after just a few weeks of practice.
Instructor: Howard Goldberg Fee: $85 Limit: 20

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Weight Training and Fitness

Sponsored by Bolton Valley

Wednesday 5:30-6:40 p.m. 12 weeks Starts February 6
Join Steve to correctly learn how to build yourself up and stay healthy with weight and resistance training. Learn scientifically based techniques that will help you achieve fast, effective and safe results. Each person's individual goals, age and limitations will be addressed in class with appropriate exercises. Pre-existing injuries and limitations are taken into consideration when developing your program. Steve, an ACE-certified Personal Trainer, will have you focus on upper body, lower body and core strengthening and toning. Topics covered include proper technique, number of repetitions and sets, how much weight to lift and how often to work out.
Instructor: Steve Gaydos Fee: $135 Limit: 15

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Resistance Training for Cyclists

Wednesday 6:50-8:00 p.m. 6 weeks Starts February 6
Cycling season is coming and this class, taught by avid cyclist Steve Gaydos, will have you working out doing cycling-specific weight training exercises that you need in order to develop your power and reduce your risk of injury. You will also learn the best techniques for warm-up, cool-down, stretching, and recovery. Learners of all ages (15+) are welcome, and special attention is given to the unique needs of women, juniors (age 15-17), and masters (over 40). Attention to hill climbing speed, time trialing, and sprinting will be included for those interested. Also addressed will be muscle imbalances and flexibility issues that may be holding you back from riding at your best.
Instructor: Steve Gaydos Fee: $75 Limit: 15

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Cardio-Resistance Training Challenge

Wednesday 6:50-8:00 p.m. 6 weeks Starts April 3
Here is the place to get your pulse up while building muscles. Steve will lead this cardio-resistance training challenge with a stopwatch, as everyone moves around the fitness center using the ArcTrainers, treadmills, and spin bikes along with dumbbells, machines, and bodyweight exercises. No one will out looking well-rested and refreshed.
Instructor: Steve Gaydos Fee: $75 Limit: 15

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Upper Body: Chest and Shoulder

Monday 6:50-8:00 p.m. 12 weeks Starts February 4
This new Access offering is a 'chest and shoulder camp' for men and women and will become an intense six week program to help all look and feel better. This is a solid workout for the entire body with emphasis on the upper torso size and strength. Learn the most productive exercises and start building muscle and creating a best posture. Personal Trainer Steve Gaydos demonstrates and explains the exercises, and will have time to work with all individually each class to maximize everyone's efforts.
Instructor: Steve Gaydos Fee: $135 Limit: 15

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Get Lighter and More Fit
Monday 5:30-6:40 p.m. 6 weeks Starts February 4 Join Steve for this action packed fairly strenuous cardio and strength workout focused on overall fitness while burning calories. Learn how best to manage the slow and steady loss of pounds as Steve acts as your own weight management coach. Instructor: Steve Gaydos Fee: $75 Limit: 15

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Golf Conditioning-Flex and Strength

Monday 5:30-6:40 p.m. 6 weeks Starts April 1
This class is designed for golfers interested in hitting the links in the best possible condition to avoid the pulls and strains of the early season. Steve, an ACE-certified Personal Trainer, will focus workouts on flexibility, postural strength and endurance, cuff and resistance training. Goals are to improve to a full swing arc, increase backswing flexibility, and maximizing power for distance. Work out today, play better golf tomorrow and make your game time more fun.
Instructor: Steve Gaydos Fee: $75 Limit: 15

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Yoga Monday Evening

Monday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 14 weeks Starts February 18
Never tried yoga or want to get back to the basics? This class is for you! Join John for a fun, light-hearted class focused on cultivating a strong foundation on which to build your yoga practice. With student-focused, individual attention, the class is an ongoing study of basic alignment, breathing and sequences.
Instructor: John McConnell Fee: $145 Limit: 22

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Yoga Tuesday or Thursday Evening

1. Tuesday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 15 weeks Starts February 5
2. Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 15 weeks Starts February 7
The benefits of Yoga are strength, flexibility and well-being—in body, mind and spirit. With regular practice, you will see these benefits in all aspects of your life-on and off your Yoga mat. Each week, we explore a different sequence of postures and a different focus…and we have fun. This class is appropriate for total beginners as well as experienced Yoga students. Laura is a certified Yoga therapist, a Master Yoga Teacher, a certified Integrative Health Coach and Director of Beecher Hill Yoga. See http://beecherhillyoga.com for more information. Please bring a yoga mat.
Instructor: Laura Wisniewski Fee: $145 Limit: 22

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Vinyasa Yoga

Wednesday 3:45-4:45 p.m. 16 weeks Starts February 6
Many of today's yoga branches stem from the ancient tradition of Ashtanga Yoga. In this class, you will practice a Vinyasa yoga sequence that is inspired by Ashtanga's Primary Series. This encompasses yogic philosophy, deep breathing, a series of poses and a lot of fun. All levels welcome. Please bring your own mat. High School students may earn credit through the Independent Study process. Check in the Direction Center for more information. Student fee $7/class for total of only $110.
Instructor: Jessica Barnum Fee: $155/110 Limit: 22

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Diet for the Wise Years: Healthy Eating for Women Over 40

Thursday 6:45-7:45 p.m. 1 week Starts February 21
As women over 40, we realize that staying healthy, strong and vibrant as we get older requires healthy lifestyle habits including healthy eating. This one night class offers helpful information and realistic recommendations based on current research in nutrition as well as ancient healing traditions. Jump start a year of balance, vitality and well-being. Laura is founder and director of Beecher Hill Yoga and Integrative Health Coaching VT. See http://beecherhillyoga.com for more information.
Instructor: Laura Wisniewski Fee: $20 Limit: 22

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Swing and Jitterbug

Thursday 6:15-7:30 p.m. 5 weeks Starts March 7
If you always wanted to join the fun on the dance floor, this is the class for you. This is a full hour and 15 minute class. Terry makes learning swing fun. With over 20 years of teaching experience and a step-by-step approach, he gets everyone learning immediately. From Big Band to Rock 'n Roll, this "six-count" East-coast swing and jitterbug style is the place to start. Pairs encouraged, singles welcome. Sign up for Swing & Ballroom and save $30 ($100 per person).
Instructor: Terry Bouricius Fee: $65 Limit: None

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Ballroom Dancing

Thursday 7:30-8:45 p.m. 5 weeks Starts March 7
This hour and a quarter class is a great way to learn some standard ballroom dances that will have you gliding across the floor. Join Terry to learn the basics of Waltz, Rumba, Fox Trot, Merengue and Tango. Couples and singles welcome. Practice between classes will have you dancing before you know it. Pairs encouraged, singles welcome. Sign up for Swing & Ballroom and save $30 ($100 per person).
Instructor: Terry Bouricius Fee: $65 Limit: None

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West African Drumming

Monday 6:00-7:00 p.m. 7 weeks Starts March 18
Join Chimie Bangoura of Guinea, West Africa in this exciting Access offering. Designed for beginners as well as those with some experience, participants will learn the traditional rhythms and techniques of West African hand drumming (djembe). Bring your own djembe or rent one of ours during class time for a modest fee of $30 (drums remain here at CVU). It won't be long before everyone will be able to set the rhythm to dance a lifetime. Sign up for Drumming and Dance, save $10 and pay only $140.
Instructor: Chimie Bangoura Fee: $75 Limit: None

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West African Dance

Monday 7:00-8:00 p.m. 7 weeks Starts March 18
Keep in shape with African dance done to live drumming! Join Hassimou Chimie Bangoura, a master drummer from Guinea,West Africa, for this fun and upbeat dance class. New students and those with experience are encouraged to participate. Classes include a warm up and progressive instruction to rhythms from Guinea, Senegal and Mali. Sign up for Drumming and Dance, save $10 and pay only $140.
Instructor: Chimie Bangoura Fee: $75 Limit: None

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Basic Computer Skills on Mondays or Wednesdays

Sponsored by Limbwalker Tree Service

1. Monday 3:30-4:45 p.m. 1 or many weeks Starts by calling or emailing to confirm dates
2. Wednesday 3:30-4:45 p.m. 1 or many weeks Starts by calling or emailing to confirm dates
Use Monday or Wednesday afternoons to improve your mouse & menu control when you participate in one or several basic sessions. Practice skills for everyday operations like internet use, email essentials, file management, and word processing. Every week will provide personal attention, useful demos, and handy applications. Sign up for a week at a time and at your own pace. Open your eyes to the world of computers with the help of CVU's hip! Extended opportunities available based on personal goals or projects.
Instructor: Duncan Wardwell/CVU student tutors Fee: $20 Limit: 5

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Personalized Technical Consulting: All-Access

Times available a.m. & p.m. Starts by calling or emailing to confirm dates
Schedule your own personal learning tutorial at CVU. This is a great way to learn a listed class in a shorter time frame that fits your schedule. Call or email your requests and we will confirm availability. Bring your own laptop or use a CVU PC. Topics may include but not limited to:
Laptop, cell phone, and new product tutorials
Digital pictures & photo albums
Multi-media presentations
**Data & contact management
*Accounting & mail merges
****Cloud & emerging online solutions Call (482-7194) or email (access@cvuhs.org) to arrange a schedule that meets your individual needs.
Reserve a block of time that may meet on one or multiple days. Fee: $40 for 1 hr, $90 for 3 hrs, $140 for 5 hrs.
Instructor: Duncan Wardwell Fee: $40/hr

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Best of Internet Browsing

Tuesday 5:00-6:45 p.m. 2 weeks Starts March 5
Learn the latest tricks to safely & effectively search the internet. Bring your own questions to this Q&A workshop and review basic browsing & search tools. This course is designed for those who want to maximize browser & search options. Use Google resources, Wikis, YouTubes and other RSS feeds/community resource posts. Become a better internet citizen!
Instructor: Bob Ryder Fee: $20 Limit: 15

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File Management Skills

Tuesday 5:00-6:45 p.m. 2 weeks Starts February 12
Use Windows systems and the Internet to organize your files. Learn how to manage the various resources of your computer and sync it with cloud services. Utilize applications for file management, printing, faxing, burning CDs, networking. Practice on a CVU Windows 7 computer or work from your own laptop. If there is sufficient interest, the last session includes a demo of Windows 8. All computer users will benefit from this tour of management tools.
Instructor: Bob Ryder Fee: $20 Limit: 15

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iSync Success with iPads, iPhones, & iPods

1. Thursday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 3 weeks Starts January 31
2. Thursday 5:00-6:30 p.m. 3 weeks Starts April 4
Receive personal advice on how to manage your info on an iPad, iPhone, iPod with iTunes. Join our group on any night as we configure your hand held device and explore sync options on a CVU computer or your laptop. $15 for any week or $35 for all 3 weeks.
iSpeak for iPodics, iPhonics & iShop (Jan 31 or Apr 4):
Learn to push your own buttons as you edit Settings and Play options. Find out how the iPod has evolved into the iPhone & iPad. Practice using the iTunes interface to Sync, Shop, and observe your Library.
Playlists & A/V Specials (Feb 7 or Apr 11):
Sync-up your own music, pictures, & videos. Create playlists from CDs and other sources. Discover how to purchase ringtone specials and other audio/video tricks.
Contacts & Calendars & Apps (Feb 14 or Apr 18):
Create, call, email & text contacts. Practice adding Calendar dates to your phone that can be synced to the web. Utilize features such as Maps, Notes, Voicemail and other options via applications and in-the-cloud technology.
Instructor: Duncan Wardwell Fee: $15/35 Limit: 12

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Google Smarts for Parents and Students

Wednesday 6:00-7:30 p.m. 3 weeks Starts March 6
Parents, Community Members, and Students: Do you want a better understanding of how Google applications are being used in our schools? Are your children using Google Docs and you don't know what that is? Do you have a GMail account and want to know what else you can do besides use it for email? Join in the conversation and learn about these tools and how they are supporting and enhancing education in our community. We will take you on a tour, share examples of best practice and provide hands-on time and support for you to use these tools as well. (Google Docs, Google calendar, and Google Sites will be some of the applications shared.) Join us for any of the sessions or come to all 3!
Google Accounts, Gmail, Contacts on March 6:
Explore all the applications available to you with a Google account. Sample tasty tools available with Gmail, Contacts and online photo sharing with Picasa.
Google Docs & Collaboration in the Cloud on March 13:
Google's free software provides solutions for educational & business projects. Learn how to create & organize word processing, spreadsheet, slideshow, forms and other files. All of these files may be shared online or edited by multiple collaborators. You can also upload your own files from your computer.
Google Calendar & Sites on March 20:
Organize your life with a calendar and a website. A Google Calendar is easy to use on a computer or hand held device. Share your calendar events with others and display public calendars for in-the-moment planning resources. Create your own website with Google Sites and publicize your own info for others to see. Google is always improving its efficient user interface so come experience the current tricks of the trade!
Sign up for any one week for $15 or all three for $30.
Instructor: Bonnie Birdsall Fee: $15/30 Limit: 15

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Twitter Tweet Essentials

Wednesday 6:00-8:00 p.m. 1 week Starts April 10
Twitter 101: A Brief Introduction. Wondering why you keep hearing about Twitter? Is it only for actors and athletes? How can this tool bring about change in the world as it has done in the recent past? Join this class to learn the lingo (hashtags, retweets!) and develop a better understanding of how Twitter might be useful for you personally or professionally. Build your presence on social media and get connected with other like-minded people. We'll meet for one night only but will cover all of the basics to get you started and on the road to tweeting like a pro.
Instructor: Bonnie Birdsall Fee: $12 Limit: 15

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Intro to Google Sketchup

Thursday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts February 21
Use Google's free 3D modeling program to create your own projects or to integrate with Google Earth. This class will demonstrate how to utilize the tools necessary to build from scratch or work with existing models. Discover ways to share your work with others. Sign up for the Google Sketchup Workshop to receive guided attention building your own project.
Instructor: Tony Galle Fee: $25 Limit: 15

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Google Sketchup Workshop

Thursday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 4 weeks Starts March 14
Receive guided individual attention as you create your own project with Google's Sketchup program. If you have some experience using this software then this is a great way to improve your skills, work on a personal project at your own pace, and receive tips & tricks. Sign up for one or multiple weeks. Space is limited so reserve a space today! Fee is $20/week or $60 for all four weeks.
Instructor: Tony Galle Fee: $60 Limit: 12

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Word Skills - (Basic & Advanced Workshop)

Thursday 5:00-6:45 p.m. 4 weeks Starts March 21
Unlock the potential of Word by learning to navigate the "ribbon bar" to perform tasks while creating and modifying text. Class demonstrations and individual attention will gently move you towards expertise with this essential word-processor software. In the latter part of the course learn how to add pictures and captions; create and modify tables; print envelopes or labels, use mail merge to create letters or forms, insert spreadsheet data, and to add lines and other shapes.
Instructor: Bob Ryder Fee: $50 Limit: 15

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Excel Basics

Sponsored by Merchant's Bank

Monday 7:00-8:15 p.m. 4 weeks Starts February 18
Learn how to use the MS Excel spreadsheet program so you can organize your own projects. This is a great introduction to Excel or for those with very limited use of the program. Students will master data entry, formatting, mouse operations, keyboard shortcuts, and basic menu selection. Each class will reinforce old skills to improve overall efficiency and confidence. Activities will be designed to enhance class demonstrations and prepare students for other at-home or business projects. SAVE $20 - Sign up for any two Excel classes! Class does not meet on February 25.
Instructor: Tony Galle Fee: $50 Limit: 15

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Excel Up

Monday 7:00-8:15 p.m. 4 weeks Starts April 1
Have you tried an intro Excel class here or are you only slightly comfortable using Excel? Expand your Excel repertoire as you learn formulas, functions, mail merges, data insertion to other programs, charting, sorting, filtering, and creating forms. Familiarity with at least the basics of this program is necessary. Please bring your own questions or problems to class. Bring your own laptop or use CVU computers. SAVE $20 - Sign up for any two Excel classes! Class does not meet on April 22.
Instructor: Tony Galle Fee: $50 Limit: 15

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Excel Data Analysis

1. Thursday 5:00-6:45 p.m. 4 weeks Starts January 10
2. Tuesday 5:00-6:45 p.m. 4 weeks Starts April 30
Use Excel to consolidate and manipulate data with sorting and other extraction techniques. Practice data manipulation with conditional (if/and/or) statements and analyze data by the use of pivot tables and other database applications. If you completed Excel or Excel Up then this is an XLent adventure! SAVE $20 - Sign up for any two Excel classes!
Instructor: Bob Ryder Fee: $50 Limit: 15

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PowerPoint & Publisher Presentations

Monday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 3 weeks Starts March 18
Design a MS PowerPoint and Publisher presentation each week that will help you display & promote your ideas. Utilize menu/mouse commands as you build outlined notes, word-art, & pictures into cool formats. Sample templates, class demonstrations, and individual attention available as everyone creates a PowerPoint presentation and a Publisher publication. Everyone will be able to post and test their creation and take home a digital copy. A great way to improve podium presence, communication strategies, or meetings. These classes will also demonstrate how both programs utilize layers, objects, links, and online web-posts.
Instructor: Duncan Wardwell Fee: $35 Limit: 12

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Intro to InDesign Publications

Monday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 5 weeks Starts April 29
Learn to utilize Adobe's InDesign workspace & tools to create print publication layouts. These classes will exercise your eye-mouse coordination while creating a 4 page brochure, a magazine advertisment, or your own print publication. Each week will provide hands-on activities on workspace tools, layouts, importing text/objects from other programs, style sheets, transparency, and other neat tricks. Use CVU computers with InDesign CS5 or bring your own laptop.
Instructor: Duncan Wardwell Fee: $100 Limit: 7

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Build Website Basics

Thursday 5:00-6:30 p.m. 3 weeks Starts February 7
Explore the fundamental components of website management. Learn how to shop for a domain name, server, and design software solutions. Each week you will practice proper file management skills while organizing hyperlinks and design layouts. Compare software solutions that are online, free downloads, and other fee-based programs to accommodate your web presence. A great way to create online resources for family & business projects. Individual attention helps you personalize internet goals & expectations. Basic word processing experience is necessary and skills transfer well for other website software solutions. SAVE $20 - Sign up for any two website courses.
Instructor: Duncan Wardwell Fee: $50 Limit: 15

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Launch a Business Website on a Shoestring

Monday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 4 weeks Starts March 11
Do you dream of being your own boss? Think there's no way you could afford it? Well, think again! This class will show you how to build a professional, business website for next to nothing. You'll also learn the fundamentals of marketing - online and off - so you can start getting customers fast! Jennifer Michelle will share her experiences building a niche sportswear company from the ground up using just a blog and a newsletter. She now teaches health and fitness professionals how to get more clients, more referrals - and more joy in every day at work! Check her out at: http://jennifermichellecommunications.com/. SAVE $20 - Sign up for any two website courses.
Instructor: Jennifer Michelle Fee: $80 Limit: 15

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Dreamweaver Website Design Essentials

Sponsored by School of Sailing

1. Monday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 5 weeks Starts January 28
2. Thursday 5:00-6:30 p.m. 5 weeks Starts May 2
Create your own website in class with basic design principles for personal, professional, and marketing projects. Discover how Adobe's software provides many efficient techniques for creating text/image/table layouts, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), divs, forms & other web widgets. Each week provides class demonstrations on basic design theory. Learn menu/mouse operations and how to upload/download files from server. Individual attention helps you personalize internet goals & expectations. Basic word processing experience is necessary and skills transfer well for other design software. Improve your website management capabilities by learning Dreamweaver dynamic user interface. Every class will include a basic demonstration, useful online resources, and ample opportunity to practice on your own project. SAVE $20 - Sign up for any two website courses.
Instructor: Duncan Wardwell Fee: $120 Limit: 15

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Digital Camera Spectrum

Sponsored by PhotoGarden

Thursday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 1 to 4 weeks Starts February 21
Pixel Me Pink! Choose from any or all of the one-week Digital Camera workshops. Everyone can learn new tricks that will improve personal or professional projects. $30 for any week, $70 for any three weeks, $90 for all four weeks
Digital Camera Buttons & Menus
NEW - Thursday - 7-8:30 p.m. - Starts March 7
Full - Thursday - 7-8:30 p.m. - February 21
Learn to use the dials, buttons, and menus of a basic Canon, Nikon, Olympus, or your own digital camera. Receive individual instruction as you compose pictures of different qualities. Experienced users develop new strategies for getting the most out of their equipment. Shoppers and still-in-the-boxers will take the first steps to being a confident photographer.
Organize & Share Digital Pictures
NEW - Thursday - 7-8:30 p.m. - March 21
Full - Thursday - 7-8:30 p.m. - March 14
Digital cameras do a great job of capturing the moment but you need to download & organize your memories in efficient ways. Bring your own camera or use a class camera to learn how to transfer picture files from your camera to the computer. Explore ways to organize folders/albums, name pictures, print in quality, and share on the internet. If you have a camera or computer full of pictures and don't know what to do with them then this class is for you.
Photoshop Sampler on March 28:
Discover how programs like Photoshop help improve the quality of a picture. Photoshop is a great program for making basic image enhancements as well as creating final products with your photographs. This class will provide an interactive tour of Photoshop magic and is a great way to decide if the four week Photoshop class is for you.
****Aperture & Shutter Speed Essentials on April 4:
Do you "get the picture" when it comes to depth of field or action shots? Learn the basics of aperture & shutter speed priority. Learn how camera controls help capture portraits, close ups, motion, or low-light situations.
Instructor: Duncan Wardwell Fee: $90 Limit: 12

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Digital Camera SLR Topics

NEW START DATE - Thursday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 5 weeks Starts May 9
Full - Thursday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 5 weeks Starts January 24
Explore the features & controls of a modern D-SLR camera. Each week will provide hands-on activities to learn about exposure modes (Av,Tv, M, P), shutter speed, aperture ISO, white balance, file formats (raw vs. jpg), and sensor size. Unravel the mysteries of lenses and learn how they differ and which ones are right for you. You will learn many tricks from an experienced sports / event photographer, Keith Darwin, a frequent contributor to the Addison Independent. This course will help new owners utilize D-SLR features or help point & shoot owners learn the benefits of better camera technology in preparation for that first D-SLR purchase. Bring your own D-SLR or practice on a class camera.
Instructor: Keith Darwin Fee: $80 Limit: 15

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Digital Picture Workshops for Picasa & Photoshop

Monday 5:00-6:30 p.m. 1 or many weeks Starts by calling or emailing to confirm dates
This open lab workshop provides guided support for organizing and enhancing your pictures with Google's Picasa or Adobe's Photoshop programs. You may bring your own laptop or work on a CVU computer as you receive personal advice & demonstrations on how to improve your digital photographs. If you have a little bit of experience with either program then this is a great way to get hands-on support. You may sign up for one or multiple weeks and improve your skills for:
Importing pictures to a computer from a camera
Organizing your pictures into folders and albums
Sharing your pictures online
Adjusting picture quality for brightness, contrast, color, highlights, shadows, etc
*Creating other cool effects and graphics with your photos.
Email or call to reserve a spot and confirm availability for any week.
Instructor: Duncan Wardwell Fee: $20 Limit: 5

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Adobe Photoshop Basics

Monday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 4 weeks Starts January 7
Unlock the digital capacities of pictures or graphics: turn that dull sunset an orange hue, sharpen smiles hidden in shadows, or remove that strange uncle from a family portrait. Receive individual attention as you work on one of CVU's computers. Bring your own photos or practice on class samples. You will investigate the tools necessary to import, export, crop, resize, enhance, eliminate red-eye, merge a panoramic, and add text layers to existing graphics. This course is appropriate for learning how to use the tools & menus associated with the family of Photoshop products (CS, Elements). SAVE $20 - Sign up for any two Photoshop courses.
Instructor: Tony Galle Fee: $80 Limit: 15

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Next Layers of Photoshop

Sponsored by PhotoGarden

Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 4 weeks Starts March 27
Photoshop is unsurpassed as a tool to correct your exposure, lighting and color problems. It can repair those torn, smudged family photos or antique your modern shots. The list goes on and on. But you can do so much more when you learn the secrets of using layers. Layers, layers, layers—have we got layers! After this course you will know how to combine layers of your camera images with graphics, shapes, text, as well as other art objects. Create your own framed pictures, holiday letters, business cards, special tributes for family and co-workers, logos, invitations and announcements-all showing a WOW-factor that gets attention! All sessions are product oriented, so that with each lesson, you have a template which you can model for your own needs. You will receive a CD containing all of the class session instructions as well as many bonus projects. This is a great way to reinforce your previous skills and take your creative self to new heights. This course is a natural follow up to the basic course. You need to have completed that or have enough hands-on experience to have mastered the basic Photoshop tools and commands. SAVE $20 - Sign up for any two Photoshop courses.
Instructor: Dick Hong & Duncan Wardwell Fee: $80 Limit: 16

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Advanced Photoshop: Blending & Filters

Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 4 weeks Starts May 1
The extraordinary power of Photoshop as an application for enhancement and manipulation of digital images comes from the tremendous number of combinations available to the user. There are 23 blending modes available for the 24 basic tools. You can then pass those results through 13 filter groups (and some of the groups have as many as 15 different filters). With my limited arithmetic, I believe that gives you over 100,000 possibilities to choose from as you work on your original images. Sounds overwhelming, huh? Not to worry. You will learn to tame this artistic beast through our 4 lesson course. As usual, all sessions are product oriented, so you will see a finished piece of graphic art at the close of the lesson. All of the steps have been written out for you and you will receive a CD of all sessions for your future reference. You will make collages, learn advanced selection techniques and experience the new "smart objects" techniques. Completion of "Next Layers of Photoshop" or instructor permission is required for this course. SAVE $20 - Sign up for any two Photoshop courses.
Instructor: Dick Hong & Duncan Wardwell Fee: $80 Limit: 16

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Chocolate, Roses and Espresso

Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts February 7
Chocolate has been used since the days of the Aztec and Mayan people who believed that this sweet treat was a source of spiritual wisdom, energy and power. What better to combine chocolate with than roses and expresso? Join Kelley Robie, of Horsetail Herbs, in this decadent class just in time for Valentines Day. For our culinary delight we will be making Wildly Romantic Rose Petal Jelly to tantalize your taste buds and a smooth and silky Extreme Expresso Liquor to awaken your senses. And did you know that chocolate is good for your skin? Try a Sweet Mocha Honey Scrub to smooth your skin and a Chocolate Luscious lip Gloss to moisturize your lips. All high quality items included in fee.
Instructor: Kelley Robie Fee: $45 Limit: 16

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Luscious Lotions & Bodacious Body Butters

Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts March 14
Would you like to pamper your skin & body using only the finest natural ingredients? Kelley leads all to create formulas that will nourish, support and hydrate. To keep your skin looking radiant, everyone will make two luxurious lotions for all skin types using pure essential oils with heavenly scents. Create a soft and hard body butter to both protect and moisturize your skin. Discover your inner beauty as you learn to care for your outer beauty just in time for the spring and summer months ahead! All materials included in fee.
Instructor: Kelley Robie Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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The Fabulous Herbal Facial

Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts April 11
Join Kelley to enjoy a pampering treat for your face! With wonderful natural beauty products you can make yourself, everyone will learn how to care for your special facial skin type. Make your own natural face care products & then indulge in a five-step facial. Recipes galore will be available focused on skin type-come in stressed & go home relaxed & glowing! All will leave with four facial products. Please bring a large towel, bowl, & something to tie your hair back. This class is open to everyone! All quality materials included in fee.
Instructor: Kelley Robie Fee: $35 Limit: 16

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Milk Soap From Scratch

Thursday 6:00-9:00 p.m. 1 week Starts May 9
In this hands-on class, learn how to create and make traditional, healthy hand made soap! Join Kelley Robie, of Horsetail Herbs, using herbs, spices, essential oils, plant based oils and other natural ingredients to make a batch of beautiful aromatic soap. This class will focus on the process of superfatting, and making milk soaps. Each student will go home with a soap sample to cut and age, as well as a handout containing detailed instructions. Recipes and ideas for customizing your own soap will be given. Please bring a quart paperboard milk or soy container for your soap mold and an old towel to wrap your fresh soap in. Get ready to make some suds! Ages 12 years and older. All high quality materials included in fee.
Instructor: Kelley Robie Fee: $45 Limit: 16

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Herbal Summer Beauty Care

Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts May 30
Do your soon to be sun-kissed skin, hair & lips need a bit of TLC? Join Kelley Robie, of Horsetail Herbs, to create formulas that will nourish, support & hydrate to make you look & feel your very best! Your creations will include:Aloe After Sun Conditioner to revitalize your skin after a day in the sun, A Light Hydrating Vitamin Lotion to keep your skin supple, a unique Lava Lip Gloss Roll-on for your lips, & finally you'll blend your very own Amazing Herbal Shampoo for your specific hair type. Discover the beauty within just as the summer sun starts to shine it's brightest! All materials for this class included in fee.
Instructor: Kelley Robie Fee: $45 Limit: 16

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Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

Monday 5:30-7:00 p.m. 1 week Starts March 4
EFT is quickly becoming a very popular technique for resolving emotional and physical pain and discomfort. EFT combines the meridian principles of acupressure with neuro-linguistic programming and self-hypnosis. When done right, people experience immediate relief from physical pain, grief, depression, frustration and stress, as well as a myriad of physical issues. EFT helps people uncover the emotional links and blocks that are buried in the subconscious mind and resolve them. Come learn how to use EFT to create greater physical and emotional serenity.
Instructor: Angelique Devost Fee: $20 Limit: 16

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Managing Cholesterol Naturally

Monday 5:30-7:00 p.m. 1 week Starts February 11
Did you know that cholesterol actually plays a vital role in your body? Most people trying to "eat healthy" for their cholesterol focus on eating very low fat or no fat, and in some cases this can make things worse. High cholesterol is a sign of inflammation and the only cholesterol-management lifestyle that works is one that reduces inflammation. Come learn how you can manage your cholesterol 100% naturally. You'll learn about delicious foods, spices and supplements that help to lower triglycerides and cholesterol. Taught by Morella Devost, EdM, MA, Holistic Nutritionist & Hypnotherapist. Cost $20. (This class for education purposes only).
Instructor: Morella Devost Fee: $20 Limit: None

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Spring Cleansing Basics

Monday 5:30-7:00 p.m. 1 week Starts March 18
Learn about the growing toxic burden from common household products, foods, chemicals, etc. Maintaining good health will increasingly require conscious support of our detoxification systems and organs. In Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda, the spring is always seen as the most important time of year to support the liver and facilitate detoxification. Overview of the basics for detoxification and how to do a 3-4 week food-based cleanse. Taught by Morella Devost, EdM, MA, Holistic Nutritionist & Hypnotherapist. Cost $20. (This class for education purposes only).
Instructor: Morella Devost Fee: $20 Limit: None

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You're on the Air-Intro to Voice-Overs

Tuesday 7:00-9:00 p.m. 1 week Starts February 5
Voice-overs are hot today! You don't have to be an actor to get voice-over work, but it certainly doesn't hurt! With such notable talent as James Earl Jones and Reese Witherspoon lending their voices to commercials, films, and videos, one would think that it would be next to impossible to break into this field. Not so! Charlie Nardozzi will demonstrate voice-over technique and present an overview of the voice-over business. He will talk about the numerous opportunities, income potential, and the all-important demo and how to have it produced. You'll step up to the microphone to do some practice recording, and best of all, hear the results!
Instructor: Charlie Nardozzi of suchavoice –Voiceover Training & Demo Production Fee: $25 Limit: None

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Bridge Past Beginners-Diamond Series

Monday 3:30-5:00 p.m. 9 weeks Starts February 4
Join Phil for this follow-up class for beginners and enjoy new learning and practice, all in the comfort of the CVUHS library. If you know a little about Bridge, this class is for you. These lessons feature a 'hands on' teaching approach with students learning the game by doing exercises with actual cards at the table. The Diamond course comes with a great book to guide you at home. (subtract $10 if you already own book). A lifetime of fun follows as people everywhere are playing bridge. The instructor, Phil Sharpsteen, is an accredited ACBL teacher and the current president of the Vermont Bridge Unit.
Instructor: Phil Sharpsteen Fee: $95 Limit: None

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Bridge, Common Conventions-Spade Series

Sponsored by Bolton Valley

Monday 5:15-6:45 p.m. 9 weeks Starts February 4
This course is designed for those players comfortable with Bridge and have taken at least one or more of the courses here at CVUHS or elsewhere. The Spade Series book will introduce more commonly used bidding conventions, allowing participants to enhance their play options. Discussions of new strategies as well as review of ones that have been previously presented are always integrated into the class. The instructor, Phil Sharpsteen, is an accredited ACBL teacher and the current president of the Vermont Bridge Unit. Book and all course materials included in fee.
Instructor: Phil Sharpsteen Fee: $95 Limit: None

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Beekeeping Beginners

Sponsored by Gardenside Nurseries

1. Tuesday 6:30-8:00 p.m. 3 weeks Starts January 22
2. Tuesday 6:30-8:00 p.m. 3 weeks Starts April 30
Have you thought about keeping bees? This is the opportunity to learn more about these vital and fascinating creatures providing so much of our food. The instructors have many years of experience between them, and Bill's book on the honey industry was published 4 years ago. The three sessions will enlighten you-maybe inspire you-to start a few hives of your own or learn more about your bee passion. Plenty of question and answer time and all info needed to start your operation.
Instructor: VT Beekeeper's Assoc. Bill Mares, Mike Willard, Scott Wilson Fee: $45 Limit: 30

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Home Exchange & Low-Cost Travel

NEW - Monday 6:30-8:00 p.m. 2 weeks Starts March 4
Full - Wednesday 6:30-8:00 p.m. 2 weeks Starts March 6
Would you like to travel but think you can't afford it? This class will show you how you CAN do it - economically and comfortably - to Europe, Australia, or a distant American state. Swap your home and car with someone there who wants to visit Vermont. Learn the ins and outs, pluses and minuses (very few) of home exchanging from someone who has done it numerous times and will explain the process to you AND allay your fears about turning over your home to "strangers." This class will also offer information on finding low-cost flights, B&Bs, rental cottages, and organizations offering free home stays.
Instructor: Julia Blake Fee: $35 Limit: 15

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Solar Bus Tour
Thursday 5:00-6:30 p.m. 1 week Starts April 18 Come meet the Solar Bus and receive a hands-on tour of alternative energy solutions. Meet at CVU and receive useful info about what it takes to be a conscious energy citizen. Tour the Solar Bus and hang out with Gary as he shares his stories about alternative energy. Instructor: Gary Beckwith Fee: $10 Limit: 20

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Energy Solutions: Solar Electricity & Biofuels

Sponsored by Bolton Valley

Thursday 6:30-8:00 p.m. 4 weeks Starts May 2
Explore energy alternatives feasible for Vermonters! This class will focus on two main subjects of renewable energy: Solar electricity and Biofuels. Solar gives you power anywhere you need it - on a boat, RV, cottage, farm, or home. Spin your electric meter backwards and the government will help pay for nearly half of your solar system! Do you ever wish you could drive a car without burning fossil fuels or foreign oil? This class will show you how you can drive on biodiesel or even straight vegetable oil you can collect from restaurants for free. Gary has been designing solar electric systems for over 20 years and driving cars on waste vegetable oil for 8 years. Take this class and you'll learn how. Check out The Solar Bus (http://solarbus.org) for more info.
Instructor: Gary Beckwith Fee: $35 Limit: 20

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Kiss You or Kill You? Writing Romance and Mystery

Wednesday 6:30-8:00 p.m. 6 weeks Starts February 6
Have you always wanted to write a novel? Have a book already underway, but you're stuck? Join Laurel to learn how to get started and keep moving, as participants will discuss genres, writing strategies for success, and the challenges ahead. Be prepared to share writing week to week as topics covered include: plot, dialogue, 'the hook,' and finding your voice. Laurel, an agented romance and mystery writer, will also discuss the process involved in getting published. All handouts are included in fee.
Instructor: Laurel Warren Fee: $135 Limit: 10

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Kiss You Or Kill You? Advanced!

Wednesday 6:30-8:00 p.m. 6 weeks Starts April 10
Designed to be a follow-up to the Kiss You or Kill You course, this offering is aimed at writers who are ready to move beyond the basics and participate in a supportive, inclusive workshop-style group. Topics include effective critiquing, editing, revising, and honing your style and voice. Laurel, an agented romance and mystery novelist, will also guide participants through the process of securing an agent to represent their work to the marketplace. All welcome that are interested. All handouts are included in fee.
Instructor: Laurel Warren Fee: $135 Limit: 10

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Poetry Workshop: Elements of Craft

Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 6 weeks Starts February 5
Mary Oliver begins her poetry handbook by admitting, "Everyone knows that poets are born and not made in school," yet goes on to propose, "Whatever can't be taught, there is a great deal that can, and must, be learned." This course will explore how these "learned" elements, those of craft, contribute to the strength, relevance, and impact of a poem, with a focus on improving one's own poetry. Each lesson will examine the role of one element such as the line/line break, rhythm, sound, imagery, etc., through the study of published poems, writing exercises, and peer and instructor feedback on student work. Writers of all stages are encouraged to promote a supportive, constructively-critical yet non-intimidating workshop environment, and a poem by each writer will be "workshopped" by the class at least once; individual conference with the instructor is also available. Participation in discussion and sharing work are crucial for the best learning experience. Emily's poems have been published in literary journals.
Instructor: Emily Han-Young Hurd Fee: $120 Limit: 8

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Poetry Workshop: Open Forms

Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 6 weeks Starts April 2
Exploring the relationship between form and content is a critical study when reading and writing poetry. Unlike traditional "closed" forms—such as the sonnet, sestina, and villanelle—"open" forms do not follow strict metrics and rhyme schemes as a means of structuring content. In this class, students will learn about and practice writing poems employing various open forms—such as the exphrastic, erasure, and prose poems—and discuss what these forms can offer poetry. The group will also "workshop" (provide feedback for) a poem by each student at least once (students need not have written poems before taking the course). Writers of all stages are encouraged to participate; individual conference with the instructor is also available. Emily's poems have been published in literary journals.
Instructor: Emily Han-Young Hurd Fee: $120 Limit: 8

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Juggling for All-3 Weeks in March
Thursday 6:30-7:30 p.m. 3 weeks Starts March 14 Everyone can learn to juggle, so come and learn from a veteran. Designed for learners of all ages, beginners and skilled jugglers will have fun and add new skills. New studies show improved brain activity with 30 minutes of juggling on a regular basis. Instructor: Andy Kareckas Fee: $20 Limit: None

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VMAP: Motorcycle Awareness Program

Sponsored by Washburn's Servicenter

1. Tuesday   5:00-9:30 p.m.   1 week   Starts January 15
2. Tuesday   5:00-9:30 p.m.   1 week   Starts February 19
3. Tuesday   5:00-9:30 p.m.   1 week   Starts March 12
4. Tuesday   5:00-9:30 p.m.   1 week   Starts April 16
5. Tuesday   5:00-9:30 p.m.   1 week   Starts May 14
A great starter class or refresher for returning riders, this program is designed for new motorcycle riders who are planning to become licensed. It features topics and content that includes: motorcycle safety; risk factors; rider impairments; defensive riding strategies; and characteristics of safe and responsible motorcyclists. The State of Vermont Motorcycle Permit written exam will be administered at the conclusion of class. Participants with valid VT operator's license who pass the written exam may be issued a motorcycle permit with $24 payment by check made payable to State of Vermont. Participants between 16 and 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign a consent form prior to start of class. For those classes conducted between October 1st and March 15th, permits will be issued on or about April 1st to coincide with the start of the riding season. Participants need to arrive on time for this class. Participants may be eligible for insurance discounts. Cost: $40 + $24 for Vermont Motorcycle Permit Exam.
Instructor: Bill Mitchell Fee: $40 Limit: 24

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Street Smart

Wednesday 5:30-7:00 p.m. 1 week Starts April 17
Once motorcyclists have the basic skills to operate their vehicles, they need to interact with other traffic. Having good perceptive skills means to see and interpret traffic situations accurately. This workshop focuses on improving your perceptive abilities while riding in traffic in order to help you avoid situations before or as they develop and help keep you out of trouble. Individual and group activities and participants workbook are included. We share the road so car drivers are welcome too! Registration is restricted to those who already hold a valid VT drivers license.
Instructor: Bill Mitchell Fee: $30 Limit: 24

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The Seasoned Rider

Wednesday 7:30-9:00 p.m. 1 week Starts April 17
The Seasoned Rider is designed to acquaint participants with the general effects of aging on the skills needed to ride safely and encourage active steps to become increasingly safer and a more responsible motorcyclist. The workshop is designed as an interactive event with a focus on involvement by the participants in group activities and discussions. While the workshop is designed for motorcyclists, car drivers can benefit from the class too! Registration is restricted to those who already hold a valid VT drivers license.
Instructor: Bill Mitchell Fee: $30 Limit: 24

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Pruning Trees

Sponsored by Horsford Nursery

Monday 5:30-7:30 p.m. 2 weeks Starts April 1
Designed as a hands-on learning experience, participants will leave with a working knowledge of pruning. Join Matt, with years of professional landscaping experience, in beautifying the CVU trees and shrubs around campus. Info on fruit and ornamental trees as well as shrubs will be included. Plenty of time to ask questions about your own flora. Learn the anatomy of branching habits by doing! Dress for the weather at hand, as participants will be outside most of the time. Knowing what tools to use is essential; knowing which ones to avoid is even more important for the health of your plants.
Instructor: Matt Krasnow Fee: $40 Limit: 16

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You Can Find a Job! Career Plan Plus!

Tuesday 5:30-8:00 p.m. 4 weeks Starts May 21
Have you or a child of yours graduated from college in the past year? Have you heard stories about recent college graduates that can't find jobs? While it can be hard to find the perfect position right after college, this is actually one of the most critical times in your career! It can also be one of the most exciting. This series will help recent college graduates assess their skills, interests and personality strengths, learn critical career and job search skills and will gain confidence to help you on their career path. Students will walk away with a career plan, Linkedin profile and resume, and cover letter. In addition, take away more confidence to start the next chapter of your life. To do this, there will be work assigned between classes. All materials included in fee.
Instructor: Tia Ganguly, Career Counselor with New Directions Studio Fee: $105 Limit: 15

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Simple Therapeutic Massage for Head, Neck and Shoulder Pain Management

Wednesday 6:30-8:00 p.m. 1 week Starts February 13
Have you always wanted to know how to best give a therapeutic neck and shoulder massage to help someone reduce the effects of stress and common postural work habits? Join Kirsten, a certified massage therapist, for this informative and interactive one night class to learn and practice helpful techniques that are easy to provide, even after a long day. Simple therapeutic massage techniques may reduce headaches, neck and shoulder pain, and help with insomnia. Included is information about some symptoms and conditions to be cautious of, and that may need medical attention. Last but not least, you will learn strategies for making the service reciprocal! Background info can be found at http://kirstenwiley.com/.
Instructor: Kirsten Wiley Fee: $20 Limit: 20

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The History of the World Through Fiber

Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts March 12
Participate in this fun and whirlwind tour of world history with Chris, CVUHS history teacher extraordinaire, as she pulls the best from her years of teaching curious minds. Provocative and engaging, Chris will weave a tale of our history through the lens of our desire to clothe and decorate our human existence. Enjoy our amazing journey from cave to space. Always time for questions and answers. No essays, no exams, no homework! It doesn't get any better than this! Participants may bring their "exotic" cloth or clothes into class (feel free to come dressed in them).
Instructor: Chris O'Donnell Fee: $20 Limit: 24

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The History of the World Through Food

Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts April 9
Participate in this fun and whirlwind tour of world history with Chris, CVUHS history teacher extraordinaire, as she pulls the best from her years of teaching curious minds. Provocative and engaging, food will become your portal into our past. No essays, no exams, no homework! It doesn't get any better than this! *Special One Night U pricing: sign up for 2 or more classes and take $5 off each class!
Instructor: Chris O'Donnell Fee: $20 Limit: 24

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The Donner Party Story

Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts January 15
In 1846 an improbable group of 86 Americans joined together to try their luck in the new territory of California. Their tale of struggle and survival has become an American classic and a perfect story for a dark January evening. Come hear CVU teacher and storyteller Chris O'Donnell's riveting rendition of this oft told tale. Find out why generations of CVU students will tell you, "This version is unforgettable." *Special One Night U pricing: sign up for 2 or more classes and take $5 off each class!
Instructor: Chris O'Donnell Fee: $20 Limit: 24

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Grief Etiquette

Tuesday 6:00-8:00 p.m. 1 week Starts April 9
Have you found yourself wondering what to say or write to someone who has experienced the death of a family member or a friend? The well intended and often used phrase," Let me know if there's anything I can do," is most likely not enough. Join Grief Educators, Patty Dunn, former Director of Hospice Volunteer Services in Addison County, and Suzanne Richard, School Counselor K-12, to learn helpful and practical ways to be supportive of family members, friends, coworkers, and acquaintances who are living with loss. Too often we avoid the awkwardness of death, leaving the grieving person misunderstood and isolated when they could most benefit from the support of empathetic individuals. Gain insight and confidence in handling these inevitable situations. *Special One Night U pricing: sign up for 2 or more classes and take $5 off each class! Family discounts available.
Instructor: Patty Dunn and Suzanne Richard Fee: $20 Limit: 15

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Fly Fishing for All

Tuesday 6:00-8:00 p.m. 1 week Starts March 19
Come on out and "get hooked" on basic fly fishing techniques and strategies including but not limited to: river and aquatic entomology, wet and dry flies, fish habitat, seasonal approaches, handling of rod, reel and line, a casting demo, photo show, and a whole group practice session with coaching. Join Tim on this One Night University session and get ready to wet your line in no time! All ranks of fishermen/women are welcome and encouraged to come out and "tackle" the game! Bring your gear or try ours, FISH ON...
Instructor: Tim Trevithick Fee: $20 Limit: 22

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Suburban Homesteading 101-Homestead Planning

Monday 6:00-8:00 p.m. 1 week Starts March 11
Tired of wondering if your food is safe? Want to be more of a localvore? Wish you could eat homegrown food year round? Come join us for this informative and interactive series that will explore the trends and realities of Suburban Homesteading. No matter if you have a small yard or some acreage, these workshops will help you understand how to use the resources you have right now! We will cover planning a suburban homestead, vegetable gardens, backyard chickens, and beekeeping; plus how to sell some of the bounty to offset your expenses. Fee is $20 per night, and if you sign up for 2 or more, pay only $15 each night.
All 3 classes for only $45.
Session 1: Homestead Planning, March 11
Session 2: Vegetable gardens, March 18
Session 3: Backyard chickens and bees, April 1
*Special One Night U pricing: sign up for 2 or more classes and take $5 off each class!
Instructor: Markey Read & Tim King Fee: $20 Limit: None

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Vegetable Gardens
Monday 6:00-8:00 p.m. 1 week Starts March 18 Session 2: Backyard chickens and bees, March 25 *Special One Night U pricing: sign up for 2 or more classes and take $5 off each class! Instructor: Markey Read & Tim King Fee: $20 Limit: None

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Backyard Chickens and Bees
Monday 6:00-8:00 p.m. 1 week Starts April 1 Session 3: Vegetable gardens, March 18 *Special One Night U pricing: sign up for 2 or more classes and take $5 off each class! Instructor: Markey Read & Tim King Fee: $20 Limit: None

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Choosing the Perfect Paint Colors in Your Home

Monday 6:30-8:00 p.m. 1 week Starts March 11
Picking paint colors can be a complicated task. With thousands of colors to choose from, it is easy to become overwhelmed. Making the right color choices the first time around can save you a significant amount of time and money. Color expert Betsey Dempsey will guide you through the basic steps to consider when choosing paint colors for your home or business. We will discuss why value and intensity is important, how light affects paint colors, having colors flow, how to be careful of neutrals, and how to overcome the even greater challenge of picking exterior colors. Feel free to bring in some fabric or a piece of art to practice picking colors. Betsey Dempsey is an independent Color Consultant and has been helping home and business owners for over 10 years.
Instructor: Betsey Dempsey Fee: $20 Limit: None

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Vermont Architecture–What Style Is It? -19th C. from Federal to Queen Anne

Sponsored by Jackman's Inc.

Monday 7:00-8:30 p.m. 1 week Starts April 1
Much of Vermont's beautiful architecture was constructed between 1800-1900. You are invited to join architectural historian, Frances Foster, for an evening slide presentation focusing on many of our Chittenden County buildings from this era. She will help you understand what distinguishes each style of 19th century architecture. When you move around the state, you will truly appreciate the variety of architectural styles which help to make Vermont such a beautiful state. A convenient hand-out will be given to everyone as a guide to identifying local architecture at the end of the class.
Instructor: Frances Foster Fee: $20 Limit: 22

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Intro to Birding!! New!

Thursday 5:30-7:30 p.m. 1 week Starts May 23
Interested in learning more about the birds you see every day? Join members of the Green Mountain Audubon Society to start mastering bird identification. Participants will spend part of our time inside talking about identification basics, field guides, audio guides and digital tools. Your experienced instructors will then lead you outside to identify birds in the field on the extensive CVU campus. Please bring binoculars if you have them. Also, bring footwear for wet conditions, as the CVU property can be wet in spring. Program will happen rain or shine, so dress for the weather.
Instructors: Liz Lee, Alison Wagner, Larry Haugh of Green Mountain Audubon Society Fee: $20 Limit: 15

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