Community Education

COOKING CLASSES - HEART-WARMING FALL FARE

Chef Eric earned Chef Certification at the Western Culinary Institute and now owns the coolest restaurant in town, The Fresh Palate. His hands-on instruction, casual personality, and innovative menus create fun, informative classes. Bring your appetite; you’ll be learning, cooking, and eating! Register for any or all of the classes. Come with a friend, but register early - attendance is limited. Our fall cooking classes with Chef Eric Peterson are the result of requests for basic bread-making and traditional comfort-foods.

10-55: BREAD-MAKING FOR BEGINNERS, PART I

If you think good bread comes from the bakery, you need to experience the gastronomical superiority of quality and flavor in home-baked bread. Making bread really isn’t difficult and it is so worthwhile! We’ll prepare a simple, basic, white yeast-raised bread that can be used various ways. Participants will learn about yeast and practice mixing, kneading, rising, baking and best of all -- eating! A variety of condiment and spread options will be available and additional recipes provided.

DATE: Monday, September 13 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: CTR 104 FEE: $20

10-56: BREAD-MAKING FOR BEGINNERS, PART II

Artisan breads are crafted rather than mass-produced, with a variety of ingredients added to a basic yeast-bread dough. In tonight’s class, participants will create two artisan breads, Parmesan Spinach Braid and Focaccia. Participants will use their own Focaccia dough to create personalized pizzas with a choice of toppings. Please bring a chef’s knife, place setting, and towel (apron optional).

DATE: Monday, October 11 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: CTR 104 FEE: $20.

10-57: SOUPER FALL SUPPERS

Tonight we’ll create and enjoy a variety of wonderful soups and bread for meals that can be prepared in 30 minutes or less! We’ll make Fresh Tomato Soup (like Campbell’s never dreamed), Chicken Santa Fe Soup, Tex-Mex Cheese Soup, and Black Bean Soup. Additional recipes will also be included. Our meal will be rounded out with home-baked bread. Please bring a chef’s knife, place setting, and towel (apron optional).

DATE: Monday, November 1 TIME: 5:30-7:30 ROOM: CTR 104 FEE: $20.

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT -- LUNCH BITES

Three timely programs with information and tools to help you resolve common situations that cause discourage workplace harmony and productivity. Each session is a mini-professional workshop in an easy-going environment over a casual lunch (included). Learn to create an enjoyable and rewarding environment at work and home! Choose one session or all three and invest the time, now, to develop your leadership competencies!

Facilitator: Georgene Hildebrand, MS, founder of Rightpath Consulting, LLC, is a proven leader with firsthand experience of the challenges we face. She shares her extensive knowledge to help us build the skills necessary for effective leaders.

	10-58: A CARROT OR A STICK? - September 15 – We all want a workplace that is productive and highly motivated, but the process of motivation, developed on preconceived notions, seldom yields the desired results. Review what motivates each of us, explore types of motivation and develop useful tools to create and maintain a dynamic workplace in any circumstance.
	10-59: COACHING – September 22 – Each member of a team has a potential for personal greatness; the leader’s job is to help them achieve it.” (John Wooden) Whether you want to teach a new skill or improve a basic skill, coaching is a satisfying approach. Differentiate between coaching, mentoring, and performance appraisal and discuss the 7 vital competencies that develop people for the tasks at hand.
	10-60: GREAT LEADERS GROW LEADERS - September 29 – The best leaders develop the capacity to be great mentors and coaches. In fact, 85% of great leaders attribute their success to having a few great mentors. Growing leaders in your organization is intertwined with a successful, well-organized business and mentorship. Learn the role of mentors, fine tune your capacity to spot budding leaders, and enjoy your contributions to their success.

DATES: Wednesdays, Sep. 15, 22, & 29 TIME: 11:30am-1:00pm ROOM: CTR 106 FEE: $25/each, includes lunch

LANDLORD FUNDAMENTALS

10-61: Landlording is a very attractive field with the potential for generating supplementary income. A difficult selling market and low purchase prices are creating more landlords every day. However, managing rentals may be difficult without an owner’s manual to consult. This workshop provides indispensible information for those interested in real estate rental. The course will help participants look at landlording in a structured way, spotlighting responsibilities through federal, state and local laws. Methods of avoiding or reducing common problems will be shared. Techniques for legally select tenants will be introduced and practiced in class. Perspectives on tenant management will be introduced, discussed and evaluated. You will not want to miss this opportunity!

Instructor Nancy Dashner’s nine years in Human Resources revealed an affinity for helping others through training and development of new skills. A landlord of eleven years, she is currently pursuing a degree in Adult Education and Training.

DATE: Monday, November 1 TIME: 5:00-9:30 ROOM: CTR 106 FEE: $39

A HEALTHY BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT

10-62: YES, YOU CAN DANCE!

If you’re like many people, every time you attend a wedding or somewhere there’s dancing, you wonder what you look like on the dance floor. Maybe you don’t even try to get on the floor and just say, “I don’t/can’t dance.” Well, this class can help you get over your anxiety or reluctance and allow you to have as much fun as everyone else. Come and discover the joy of dancing! Dance instructor Vicki VanWagnen will demonstrate and teach some basic, easy to follow steps that will help you coordinate your two left feet! We’ll learn some steps for slow and fast-dancing. Partners are not necessary for this class, but you may come with a friend or partner, if you wish!

DATE: Wednesdays, September 22 & 29 TIME: 7;00-8:30 ROOM: CTR-103(ACC Gym) FEE: $35

10-63: MASSAGE FOR TWO!

Come with a friend or partner and participate in a fun class designed for two people to work together, learning simple relaxation techniques! Massage is beneficial for relaxation, easing pain, improving circulation and skin health, exercising weak or tight muscles and reducing cramping. Class will include a demonstration of Raindrop Therapy, a treatment designed to detoxify the body by the use of specific essential oils, which is also very good for back issues.

Instructor Brittany Styma is a Certified Massage Therapist and graduate of Everest Institute. She is trained in Basic Swedish massage, pregnancy massage, deep tissue, sports, Hot Stone Therapy and Raindrop Therapy. Brittany is employed at Donovan’s Serenity and Wellness Salon and will be assisted by Sandra Donovan.

DATE: Thursday, September 23 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: CTR 104 FEE: $15

10-64: SELF-HYPNOSIS RELAXATION TECHNIQUES FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Have you wondered how effective Self Hypnosis is for relaxation, stress management and health? Discover how you can use this wonderful life tool to enhance your life. This is a fun, information-packed course in which you will be hypnotized by Dr. Hoppe and learn techniques to do it on your own. 99.99 percent of people can be hypnotized. Handouts with techniques and the history of hypnosis, as well as accomplishments and uses for this valuable tool, are included.

Instructor Kathryn Hoppe is a retired dentist who has a desire to help others with personal growth and self-improvement. Dr. Hoppe is a graduate of the University of Detroit School of Dentistry, the Clinical Hypnosis Institute, and a Reiki Master. She is one of few dentists who incorporated hypnosis in her practice so patients could benefit from a relaxed, comfortable visit and eliminate anesthetic, if desired. She is now a part-time instructor at ACC in the Biology Department.

DATE: Wednesday, October 20 TIME: 5:30 - 7:30 ROOM: CTR 106 FEE: $15

10-65: LOOK BETTER, YOUNGER, AND HEALTHIER!

Join this fun class and get a new, younger, healthier look with professional advice and demonstration about mineral makeup, one the best innovations in years for our skin! Learn about the benefits of minerals, how to properly apply, and how to choose the correct colors for your coloring an complexion. Discover how you can remove five years of age from your eye area and hide age pigmentation spots.

Instructor Sandra Donovan, owner of Donovan’s Serenity and Wellness Salon, has wide-ranging experience, training, and certifications in skin care, aesthetics, and cosmetics. Sandra has taught many workshops and provides a wealth of information on all aspects of skin care and makeup.

DATE: Thursday, November 11 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: CTR 106 FEE: $15

EXPLORE YOUR CREATIVITY!

10-66: RENEW YOUR LIVING SPACE!

Instructor Doug Nehring presents an enjoyable evening class packed with valuable information and tips on a wide variety of interior design topics. We’ll explore color and neutrals that go “beyond beige;” discover ways to renovate without spending a lot; and learn how to make decisions about furniture or accessories purchases that will allow you to get the most from your money. Statistics indicate that the average 25 year-old person will live in seven homes in their lifetime; others may be down-sizing; let’s learn to make smart choices in furnishings and decor that will last! Participants are invited to look around their living spaces and come prepared to ask questions of an experienced and entertaining professional with years of education and experience. There will be ample time for questions, answers, and discussion.

DATE: Thursday, September 30 TIME: 5:30-7:00pm ROOM: CTR 106 FEE: $10.

10-67: DÉCOR BY YOU? WHO KNEW?!

Do you have a spot in your house that needs a “little something”? Fall is a perfect time to get creative, especially with Christmas just around the corner! Come and learn to create your own arrangements and wreaths from things that catch your fancy out in the wild -- or in captivity! We’ll use a wide variety of items for demonstration and encourage audience participation for hands-on learning and practice. You’ll be ready and able to fearlessly create unique items for yourself and others, incorporating your own choices of materials as we move from season to season. This class promises to be fun.

Instructor Joan Misiak is a seasoned crafter and has produced arrangements for a variety of occasions, including weddings and parties, for years.

DATE: Wed., October 20 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: CTR 105 FEE: $15

10-68: DECORATE THE TREE-SHIRT!

Take a humble white sweatshirt from ho-hum to Ho-ho-ho! Decorate your own festive shirt for the holidays with a beautifully ornamented, bejeweled Christmas tree with holiday items beneath it. Using So-Soft Fabric Paint, your shirt will maintain wash-ability and comfortable wear-ability. Instructor Barb Beem is an artist and retired teacher. She will guide you and simplify techniques so you can create an item you’ll be proud to wear or give as a gift. Learn methods and skills you can apply in many other ways. NOTE: Please bring a plain white sweatshirt that you’ve pre-washed without fabric softener. All other supplies are included in the fee. Attendance is limited!

DATE: Wednesdays, November 3 and 10 TIME: 5:30-8:30pm ROOM: CTR 105 FEE: $20

JEWELRY DESIGN CLASSES

Making jewelry is creative and rewarding. Discover how easy it is to create pieces to complement fashions - or as gifts. Learn basic skills; add new styles and techniques. Jewelry classes are fun; bring a friend, but attendance is limited so please register early. NOTE: Vision is essential; please bring glasses if needed!

10-69: POLYMER CLAY BEADS

Making clay beads is fun and easy even if you have little or no experience with this versatile material. We’ll learn techniques to create a variety of beads then use some to make a stretchy bracelet. Extra beads you make may be taken home to use in your own designs or you may bring them to include in pieces you make in the Beading 101 class. Instructor Rita Wilberg was trained at William Holland School of Lapidary Arts and at the Galleria in Florida. She works with glass, stones and beads to create unique pieces. In addition to selling her jewelry at art fairs, Rita’s work is at Art in the Loft, Gallery 109, and Besser Museum.

DATE: Tuesday, Oct. 5, TIME: 5:30--8:00 ROOM: BTC 107-D FEE: $20; includes materials

10-70: BEADING 101

Instructor Rita Wilberg (bio above)

Learn fundamentals of stringing beads into beautiful, unique creations. Work at your own pace to design a personalized necklace and matching stretch bracelet or earrings. You will be using a variety of materials including natural stones, glass beads, or beads you created in the Polymer Clay class (above).

DATE: Tuesday, Oct. 12 TIME: 5:30-8:00 ROOM: BTC 107-D FEE: $20; includes materials

10-71: “ORPHAN-BEAD” NECKLACE

Using your choice of colors and styles of beads from a large selection, we’ll create a unique necklace with a selection of beads, head-pins, eye-pins, jump-rings, and split rings. Though you can construct your piece uniformly and symmetrical, you may also make it as asymmetrical as you wish. A variety of necklaces will be available as examples. This versatile design is a favorite of instructor Kate Bruski.

DATE: Thurs, October 7 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: BTC 107D FEE: $18, includes materials

10-72: CRYSTAL BUTTERFLY BRACELET

Create a sparkling interwoven bracelet with 8 mm bi-cone crystals in your choice of colors or combination too coordinate with your taste or the season. A choice of silver-or gold metal findings is also available. Pictured above, this intricate, unique piece appears complicated, but with instructor Kim Kreft’s help, you’ll find it simple to make! Think ahead to the holidays; jewelry’s always a perfect gift!

DATE: Thursday, Nov. 18 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: BTC 107D FEE: $18, includes materials

FALL AND HOLIDAY CRAFTING FUN FOR ALL AGES!

Hope Escareno and Shelia Robbins of Spruce Shadows Farms Yarn Shop bring three enjoyable sessions that teach you to create deceptively simple items you never thought you could make. Ages 6 to 60 will enjoy one, two, or all three of these fun classes!

10-73: SCENTED BATH SALTS AND FELTED SOAP-SCRUBBY

Learn the art of felting, the easy, fun way! For the first project of this class, we’ll create a felt covering for a bar of soap which forms a scrubby-bar that ever-so-gently cleans your skin. Our second project is to create soothing, relaxing and detoxifying bath salts in your choice of natural essential oil scents including Jasmine, Fresh Orange, Lavender, and Cinnamon Apple. Bath salts may be colored and layered in scents so you have multi scents and colors in a jar, making a beautiful and very inexpensive holiday gift. Since you’ll make two, you have one for yourself! IMPORTANT NOTE: Please bring two fancy (or plain, if you prefer) glass jars with lids to hold your bath salts. Add a label or note, and some ribbon and you have a lovely gift!

DATE: Tuesday, Oct. 5 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: CTR FEE: $17, includes materials (except jars)

10-74: AROMATHERAPY SCENTED BATH-SCRUB

Create an aromatic bath scrub that cleans, soothes, exfoliates and detoxifies your skin. You’ll learn the simple recipe, methods, and you’ll create your own gentle, natural skin cleaner. Then you’ll personalize it with your choice of a wide variety of delightful aromatic essential oils to create a unique scrub with your own signature fragrance.

DATE: Tuesday, October 19 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: CTR FEE: $15, includes all materials

10-75: WOODLAND SANTA FIGURE

Learn the art of needle-felting by creating a beautiful traditional Santa figure. Needle-felting is a relaxing, easy creative outlet that helps you de-stress. We’ll add many distinctive accessories including a wool cape, burlap bag full of tiny toys, a large walking stick, ribbons, rustic bells, and a snowy white beard made of soy silk fiber. No one’s Santa will look like another; all have their own unique personality and will become one of those special items you look forward to bringing out again each holiday season.

DATE: Tuesday, November 2 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: CTR 104 FEE: $24, includes all materials

10-76: GETTING CREATIVE WITH RESEARCH -- INTERROGATING THE DEAD!

The word “research” causes most people to envision hours in the library or spending hours on-line Googling -but there’s so much more to it - and should be! Originally created for writers, this program sheds creative light on what most consider drudgery. So if you have any type of project: a research paper, genealogy, tracking down information for work or fun, come, find new ways of getting what you need, and have fun doing it. We’ll look at research as a game, physical act, a perfectly natural act, and finally, we’ll raise it to the level of art.

Instructor kerrie l. miller holds a Master of Fine Arts Degree in Creative Writing and Creative Nonfiction.

DATE: Tuesday, October 26 TIME: 6:30-8:00 p.m. ROOM: CTR 106 FEE: $15

10-77: INSTANT PIANO FOR HOPELESSLY BUSY PEOPLE

You don’t need years of lessons to play piano! You can learn enough in this enjoyable workshop to play almost any song on the piano, with two hands. Continue to perfect your skills at home using a home-study CD, included with the cost of the class. This is the system the pros use—chords, not tedious note-reading.

Instructor Marc Doiron has a B.A. in music and has played piano professionally for over 15 years. He is versed in pop, rock, country, blues and jazz. The Instant Piano one-day chord workshop has been taken successfully by over 15,000 students across the US and Marc now brings this seminar to us.

NOTE: Uninitiated beginners should request a free preparation guide by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Marc Doiron, 45242 Chestnut Court, Shelby Township, MI 48317.

DATE: Wednesday, October 13 TIME: 6:00–9:30pm ROOM: CTR-105 FEE: $65

COMPUTER AND TECHNICAL CLASSES

ACC’s Community Education program offers a variety of technical classes for new computer users and others who seek skills enhancement with a particular software program. Instructors are experienced, knowledgeable highly trained and very patient Instructor for the classes below, Brendan Fleishans, is a Computer Information Systems graduate of Northwood University, a Microsoft Certified Trainer, and an ACC instructor.

10-78: BASIC COMPUTER USAGE I

Overcome your fear of computers with instruction and guided practice! Designed for beginners, we cover basics of computer use for first-time users. Learn components, basic operations, use of the mouse, desktop icons, menu items, and basic file management.

This class is the prerequisite for many computer classes.

DATE: Mon/Wed, Sep. 13, 15 TIME: 5:30-7:30 p.m. ROOM: BTC-117 FEE: $45

10-79: BASIC COMPUTER USAGE II

This course covers basics of computer programs and files for new users. Become familiar with computer applications such as file management, internal browsing, Internet browsing, and emailing. Learn simple word-processing with WordPad. Prerequisite: Basic Computer I (above) or equivalent knowledge.

DATE: Mon/Wed, Sep. 20, 22 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: BTC-117 FEE: $45.

10-80: MICROSOFT WORD 2007 OVERVIEW

Enhance and complement basic computer skills with foundational knowledge of this powerful tool. Word 2007 provides the means to create and present professional looking documents such as business letters and newsletters. Learn to navigate Word’s intuitive Ribbon interface and gain skills to edit and format document content. Prerequisite: Basic Computer Usage class or equivalent knowledge.

DATE: Mon/Wed, Sep. 27, 29 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: BTC-117 FEE: $45

10-81: BEGINNING EXCEL

Master the basics of spreadsheets using Excel. Create and format simple spreadsheets and calculate data using basic formulas and functions. Also enter, select, move, and copy data; insert and delete columns, save workbooks and basic toolbars. Prerequisite: Basic Computer class or equivalent.

DATE: Mon/Wed, Oct. 4, 6 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: BTC-117 FEE: $50

10-82: INTERMEDIATE EXCEL

A continuation of Beginning Excel; learn advanced features such as charts, graphs, and histograms. Advanced formulae and using with multiple workbooks are the focus. Prerequisite: Beginning Excel or equivalent knowledge.

DATE: Mon/Wed, Oct. 11, 13 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: BTC-117 FEE: $45

10-83: CREATING ELECTRONIC FORMS

Take your knowledge of Microsoft Word 2007 further with this specialty class. Paperless is the way of the future in most offices - and Word is here to help! Learn to re-create your office’s paper forms in a digital format that is easy to read and use! Learn everything you need to create a form from start to finish! Prerequisite: MS Word usage.

DATE: Tue/Thurs, Oct. 19, 21 TIME: 6:00-8:00pm ROOM: BTC-117 FEE: $40

10-84: PUBLISHER

Learn to use Microsoft Publisher to create custom high-quality publications that reflect your personal or business identity. Develop signature designs with custom color schemes, font schemes, pictures, personalized information and your logo. Use customizable design templates or blank publications, including newsletters, brochures, flyers, postcards, certificates, stationary, business cards, invitations, Web sites, and much more. Prerequisite: Basic Computer Usage class or equivalent knowledge.

DATE: Tue/Thurs, Oct.26, 28 TIME: 6:00-8:00pm ROOM: BTC-117 FEE: $45

10-85: POWERPOINT – PERSONALIZED, POWER-PACKED PRESENTATIONS!

Learn how PowerPoint allows you to use photos, graphics, text, and more to create presentations for reunions, receptions, relatives, friends OR for business purposes, including customers, employees, and management. Topics include how to add and delete slides, add transitions, sounds, animations, text effects, clip art, and pictures. Change views and layouts, view slide shows, and print note pages and presentations. Prerequisite: Basic Computer Usage class or equivalent knowledge.

NOTE: Consider the PhotoShop Elements class to build allow optimal use of photos in PowerPoint presentations.

DATE: Tue/Thurs, Nov. 2, 4 TIME: 6:00-8:00pm ROOM: BTC-117 FEE: $45.

10-86: FACEBOOK!

Find out what the buzz is all about! Discover Facebook: communicate with family, friends, and colleagues around the world and find many you have lost touch with. Post status updates, pictures and more. Learn about security and maintaining privacy. Become one of 500,000+ happy FB users who stay connected, regardless of distance!

DATE: Tue/Thurs, Nov. 9, 11 TIME: 6:00-8:00pm ROOM: BTC-117 FEE: $45.

DIGITAL CAMERAS, PHOTOGRAPHY, AND PHOTOSHOP

10-87: GENERAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Instructor Tom Sherrill-Mix

Whether you’re a relative newcomer to photography or just want to improve your skills, this class provides insights, ideas, tricks and techniques to better photography from a professional photographer. Participants learn camera functions, how to use and understand scene modes, basic photography principles including: shutter, ISO and aperture, and composition fundamentals through hands-on examples, indoors and out. Photos taken during class will be viewed and discussed as part of the learning process. NOTE: Ownership of a camera is highly recommended.

DATE: Mon/Wed/Mon, Sep. 8, 13, & 15 TIME: 5:30-7:30pm ROOM: CTR 116 FEE: $65

10-88: DIGITAL CAMERA BASICS AND MANAGING YOUR PHOTO FILES

Instructor: Craig Brownridge

Learn common digital camera features, functions, and how to choose the right digital camera for your use. Learn how to import your pictures from your camera to computer and to print or share photos with common Windows programs. You do not need to own a camera to benefit from this class. A great class if you’d like to purchase a camera but don’t know what to get or - if you have a camera and realize you’re not sure what to do with all your photos!

DATE: Monday, September 20 TIME: 6:45-8:45 p.m. ROOM: BTC 115 FEE: $25

10-89: ADVANCED DIGITAL CAMERA PHOTOGRAPHY

Instructor: Tom Sherrill-Mix

This class is for individuals with working familiarity of their digital cameras. Improve your photographs by gaining the ability to control your camera in various situations, learn how to take advantage of features available on your digital camera and some editing skills. This is a great class for summer! Preserve memories from reunions, weddings, graduation parties and other summer events! Consider the PhotoShop class to optimize your photos!

DATE: Thursdays, September 16, 23 TIME: 6:00-8:00pm ROOM: BTC-117 FEE: $45

10-90: PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS

Instructor: Tom Sherrill-Mix

A beginner's course in Adobe Photoshop covering basic image-editing techniques; learn to navigate the Photoshop window, use palette controls; archive techniques to preserve picture quality; resizing pictures to attach to e-mails. Prerequisite: Basic Computer Usage class or equivalent knowledge. NOTE: Consider combining the PhotoShop, Digital Photography and/or PowerPoint classes for skills that allow optimal use of your photos; perfect for manipulating and sharing photos on personal websites, emails, and items you are offering for sale.

DATE: Wednesdays, Sept. 29, Oct. 6 & 13 TIME: 6:45-8:45pm ROOM: BTC-115 FEE: $65