Cake decorating to computers…

Calhoun Community classes offer range of topics

Calhoun Community Education has a variety of offerings as part of its spring Community Education classes.
Included in the schedule are:
• Cake decorating- $149 plus supplies
Participants will learn the basics of cake decorating using the Wilton Method. There will also be lessons on flowers and cake design and gum paste and fondant work.  All three courses comprise a total of 12 class sessions. Each session lasts two hours. Call 306-2514 for supply list. Classes will meet Thursdays Jan. 20-April 14, 10 a.m.- noon on the Decatur campus. Class will not meet March 24.
• Chair Caning and Flat Weave – $35 plus supplies.
This class is designed to teach a beginner how to cane a chair using the flat reed method from start to finish.
Call 306-2514 for supply list. Classes are Saturdays, Feb. 19 and 26 from 10 a.m. – noon at Calhoun Huntsville’s campus and Mondays, April 18 and 25 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Austin High School Room V11.
• Beginning Computers – $139 including student manual.
Learn the basics of what a personal computer is and how it works, as well as some of the terminology associated with personal computers. You will also learn two computing applications; word processing using Microsoft Word; and spreadsheet processing using Microsoft Excel. Absolutely no prior use, experience or knowledge of PC applications is required for this class.
Classes will meet Mondays, March 7-May 2 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Austin High School, Room BE-1 in Decatur. Class will not meet April 11.
• Introduction to the computer and the internet – $49.
This beginning course provides instruction using the computer and the internet. It will include common menus, toolbars, file management, saving, printing, and copying files, as well as setting up an email account and learning to navigate the internet using Explorer. There will be three sessions: Tuesdays, Jan. 11-25 from 6-8 p.m. at Calhoun Decatur Campus; Tuesdays, March 1-15 from 6-8 p.m. at Calhoun Decatur Campus; and Saturdays, Jan. 15-29 from 9-11 a.m. at Calhoun Huntsville’s Campus.
• Microsoft Office System 2007 – $69
This is an introduction class on Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook and exploring the Internet. This course provides concise applications on editing and proofreading document, changing the look of text, setting up a workbook, working with data and data tables, creating a database, creating a new presentation, adjusting slide layout and order, sending email messages, managing your inbox and calendar. Class will be Tuesdays, Feb. 1-22 from 6-8 p.m. at the Calhoun Decatur Campus.
• Microsoft Office Word 2007 – $79.
This introduction class will provide instruction on creating professional-looking documents, applying styles and themes, formatting text and paragraphs, creating and modifying lists, changing the background of documents, adding headers and footers, and changing the theme of documents. Classes will be Wednesdays, Feb. 23-March 16 from 6-8 p.m. at the Decatur Campus and Saturdays, Feb. 5-26, from 9-11 a.m. at the Huntsville Campus.
• Microsoft Office Excel 2007 – $79
This is an introduction to spreadsheet management using Microsoft Excel. This course provides instruction in creating and modifying a workbook; finding and replacing data in a workbook; organizing data within a workbook; creating formulas to calculate values; finding and correcting errors in calculations; and formatting a cell and adding images to a workbook.
Classes will be offered Tuesdays, March 29- April 19 from 6-8 p.m. at Calhoun’s Decatur Camput and Saturdays March 12-April 9 from 9-11 a.m. at Calhoun’s Huntsville Campus. Class will not meet March 26.
• Microsoft Office Power Point 2007 – $79
This introductory class will provide instruction on creating professional presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. This course provides instruction on creating and modifying a presentation; using ready-made designs in PowerPoint; converting an outline to a presentation; entering and editing text; changing the layout of slides; applying a theme to a presentation; switching to different color schemes; and inserting and formatting a table in a presentation.
Classes will meet Wednesdays, Jan. 26-Feb. 16 from 6-8 p.m. at the Decatur Campus; Wednesdays, March 30-April 20 from 6-8 p.m. at the Decatur Campus; and Saturdays, April 23-May 14 from 9-11 a.m. at the Huntsville Campus.
• Ballroom dancing – $85
This is a beginning level Ballroom Dance class for those who want to develop and/or improve their social dance skills. The instructor will provide instructions for steps, patterns and proper techniques, including ballroom dance floor etiquette. Three to five dances will be taught depending on class make-up and progress. You are not required to bring a partner, but the class progresses better with an even mix of males and females. Classes will meet Mondays, Jan. 24-Feb. 28 from 6-8 p.m. at the Decatur Campus.
• Creative Cartooning – $69
This fun class will include caricature techniques, character development and the usual guidelines for professionals. The student will practice cartooning basics and progress to creating an original cartoon panel. All cartoonists are encouraged to bring a storyline to the second class. Marketing and some business aspects of cartooning will be presented in each lesson.
Call 306-2514 for supply list. Classes will be offered Saturdays, Feb. 12-26 from 10 a.m.- noon at the Huntsville Campus and Mondays, April 18-May 2, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Austin High School Room VO1 in Decatur.
• Painting Your World – $89
Beginning with basic drawing techniques, the student will produce at least two finished paintings of life as he or she knows it. Using your own photos, you will learn how to accurately reproduce what you see and give your painting a painterly look.  Call 306-2514 for supply list. Classes will be Mondays, March 7-April 4 from 6-8 p.m. at the Decatur Campus. Class will not meet March 21.
• Tai Chi Chaun – $59
Not only will this style give you energy and strengthen your body’s core, but also teach you critical techniques covered in the basics and the 19 posture form for applications of self defense. Sessions will be Mondays, Jan. 24-March 7 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Austin High School, Room HOE in Decatur (class will not meet Feb. 21); and Saturdays, March 5-April 16 from 10-11 a.m. at the Huntsville Campus (class will not meet March 26.)
• Beginning Yoga – $55. This is a beginning YogaFit class. YogaFit is part of the hatha yoga tradition and is a vinyasa style.  Note:  Student to bring a traditional yoga mat. (Two mats may be stacked for additional comfort).
Classes will be offered Mondays, March 14-April 25 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Austin High School Room HOE. Class will not meet April 11.
• Yogafit – $29
This class is based on the YogaFit model that creates a class for all body types and flexibility levels.  This class is for anyone interested in improving balance, strength and flexibility. Students should bring a traditional yoga mat. Classes will be taught Wednesdays, Jan. 12-Feb. 16 from 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at the Decatur Campus.
• Zumba – $39
Zumba fuses fun, easy to follow moves with Latin, international, oldies and current music to give you a great workout. This class is suitable for all fitness levels. Students should bring water and a towel. Classes will be offered Saturdays, Jan. 22-Feb. 26 from 10 -11 a.m. at the Huntsville Campus.
• Zumbatomic for Kids – $29
You’re gonna love the Zumbatomic fitness program for kids. It’s a fast-forward fusion of the Zumba program’s moves (salsa, cumbia, reggaeton, hip-hop and more) and high-octane workouts designed to let kids ages 4-12 max out on fun and fitness all at the same time. Be sure to bring water and a towel. Classes will be offered Saturdays Jan. 22-Feb. 26 from 11-11:45 a.m. at the Huntsville Campus.
• Basic electricity – $89
This class will provide you with instruction in basic household electricity and safety. It also provides plenty of hands-on training in replacing three-way switches, wiring new lights and switches, installing ground fault circuit interrupters, light dimmers, ceiling fans, fan speed controls, smoke detectors, and outdoor lighting.
Classes will be offered Mondays, Jan. 31-Feb. 28 from 6-10 p.m. at the Decatur Campus.
• Beginning knitting – $65
The student will learn basic knitting stitches in this beginner class. Using knit and pearl stitches, the student will complete a scarf. Call 306-2514 for supply list. Classes will be Mondays, Jan. 24-March 7 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Austin High School in Room VO-1 in Decatur. Class will not meet Feb. 21.
• Manners are Magic for Children – $10
Children ages 8 and up will learn about the history of etiquette, first impressions, handshakes, introductions, boy/girl etiquette, telephone manners and much more. Each child will be given a place setting and taught the correct way to cut with a knife and fork. A snack will be served so each child can practice with a “hostess” at a “party”. Classes are Saturday, April 2 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. at Huntsville Campus.
• Guitar for adult beginner – $85 plus $12 material fee
You will start from scratch and learn some basic chords and strums that will allow you to play some of your favorite songs. No musical experience is necessary, just a willing spirit to have a great time. Rental instruments are available. Age range for the class is ages 13 and older. Class will be offered Saturday, Feb. 5 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Huntsville Campus.
• Ukulele for the adult beginner – $65 plus $5 material fee
During the one day workshop you will learn how to tune your ukulele read chord charts and learn several basic chords and strum patterns to get you up and playing this fun instrument. You can furnish your own ukulele (the ukulele is fairly inexpensive), or you may choose to rent one from the instructor. (Ukulele rental is $25 for the one day workshop. Rental fee may be put towards the purchase of the instrument- total ukulele cost: $65. Contact instructor prior to class if you need a rental instrument. No musical experience necessary. Age range for the class is ages 13 and older.
Class will be offered Saturday, March 5 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Huntsville Campus.
• Mandolin for the adult beginner – $85 plus $12 material fee
You will start by learning to read a quick and logical form of playing called tablature and move on to basic chord charts. No musical experience necessary. Rental instruments are available. Age range for the class is ages 13 and older. Classes will be Fridays, April 15 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and Saturdays, April 16 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Decatur Campus.
• Banjo for the adult beginner – $85 plus $12 material fee
No musical experience necessary. Rental instruments are available. Age range for the class is ages 13 and older. Classes will be offered Friday, May 20 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 21 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Decatur Campus.
• Intermediate digital photography – $69
Topics include the operation of a digital camera with how to use the manual settings (aperture, shutter speed, ISO, autofocus, exposure compensation, etc.), capturing the best image, importing images into the computer, editing the image, sharing the image, and organizing and storing images as well as basic photography and lighting principles and techniques will be covered.  Introduction to the computer and the internet course is recommended. Class will be offered Thursdays, Jan. 13-27 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Decatur Campus.
• Photoshop elements- $69
Adobe Photoshop Elements 8 software combines power and simplicity so you can make your photos look extraordinary, share your life stories in unique print creations and web experiences, and easily manage and protect all your photos and video clips. Introduction to the computer and internet course or Windows experience is recommended. Class will be offered Thursdays, Jan. 13-27 from 7:45-9:45 p.m. at Decatur Campus.
• Intermediate sign language – $79.
In this fun course you will learn beginning American Sign Language vocabulary and Pidgin Signed English sentence structure for basic communication with the deaf and hearing impaired. Worksheets provided by the instructor. Sign Language Dictionary recommended, but not required.
Class will be offered Thursdays, Jan. 13-Feb. 17 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Decatur Campus.
• Baby/infant sign language – $45, student book not included
Want to improve the communication between you and your infant or toddler, and increase his or her vocabulary quickly? Then baby sign language is for you. Come join in the four-week crash course in teaching your baby sign language.
Classes will be Tuesdays, March 1-29 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Decatur Campus. Class will not meet March 22.
• Babysitters training – $35, includes handbook, emergency reference guide and CD rom.
For youth ages 11-15, this course teaches leadership, basic care, safety, safe play, and basic first aid. Students will receive a babysitter’s handbook, an emergency reference guide, and a CD-ROM. Call 353-4891 to register and pay. Classes will meet April 22 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at American Red Cross office on 431 Holly Street in Decatur.
• Upholstery – $299
You will gain the skills and knowledge to recover your own furniture upon completion of this class. Classes will be: Tuesdays, Jan. 11-May 3, 6-9 p.m. at Decatur Campus (class will not meet March 22); Jan. 13-April 14, 6-10 p.m. at Decatur Campus (class will not meet March 17 and 24); Fridays, Jan. 14-April 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Decatur Campus (class will not meet March 18 and 25).
• Online classes – education to go – $95
Calhoun Community College, in partnership with Education 2 Go, offers a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the Internet. All of our courses include expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. Online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. Courses are offered in:
* Computers and Technology
* Writing and Language
* Business and Careers
* Grant Writing and Nonprofit Management
* Personal Enrichment
* Professional Development
Two lessons are released every Wednesday and Friday by noon Eastern time for the six week duration of the course. You do not have to be online when lessons are released, and you will have access to all lessons until the course completes. Upon successful completion, a certificate is available to download for your records.

For a complete listing of courses available and registration, visit www.ed2go.com/calhounccalus.