Continuing Education: Community Services

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Is there something you want to take that you don’t see offered? Let us know! Maybe we can offer your favorite class in the future.

For additional information Contact:

Lisa Shreve, Coordinator
(252) 246-1233
lshreve@wilsoncc.edu

Current Couses

 

Teachers Wanted:

We are always looking for new teachers and ideas for new classes to offer our community. If you are enthusiastic and knowledgeable about a particular subject and would like to teach, please let us hear from you!

Call Lisa Shreve at (252) 246-1233 or Send a brief description of your idea to:

  • Lisa Shreve
  • Wilson Community College
  • P. O. Box 4305
  • Wilson, NC 27893

Arts and Crafts

Acrylic, oil, and Alkyd Painting

This studio class is for beginning and experienced painters. Learn through demon-stration and individualized instruction using your choice of medium. Supplies needed discussed at first class.Thursdays, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. • August 21 - November 6Room G-100 • $44 Fee • Instructor: Clara Flanagan • Course code: 7829

Cake Decorating

Learn the basics of cake decorating, including the use of proper supplies to achieve desired effects such as decorative borders and flower formation. Supply list will be provided at the first class.Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. • August 19 - November 4Room K-101 • $44 Fee • Instructor: Covey Denton • Course Code: 8226

 

Oil and Acrylic Painting

For beginning & experienced painters. Learn to paint with oil or acrylics, developing your own personal style through the use of line and color perspective. Students provide supplies. Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 20 - November 5Room G-100 • $44 Fee • Instructor: Martha Beland • Course Code: 7844Wednesdays, 12:00 noon - 3 p.m. • August 20 - November 5Room G-100 • $44 Fee • Instructor: Martha Beland • Course Code: 7845Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • November 12 - December 17Room G-100 • $25 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Martha Beland • Course Code: 7872 Wednesdays, 12:00 noon - 3 p.m. • November 12 - December 17Room G-100 • $25 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Martha Beland • Course Code: 7873

 

Pottery and Sculpture

Exposure to a variety of basic pottery skills including hand building and sculpture. Of-fers instruction on slabwork, extruding, coilbuilding, and use of the wheel to throw pot-tery in a studio environment. Supplies and materials required will be discussed at first class. Early registration suggested; class limited to 18 students. Mondays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. • August 18 - November 10Room K-100 • $44 Fee • Instructor: Gray Lamm • Course code: 7847Wednesdays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. • August 20 - November 5Room K-100 • $44 Fee • Instructor: Gray Lamm • Course code: 7850

 

Stained Glass

Beautiful sun-catchers to magnificent lamp-shades! Learn basic as well as alternative applications and techniques for creating beautiful projects with stained glass. Students complete projects of their choosing. Pre-registration strongly suggested. Class limited to 18 students. Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. • August 21 - October 23 Room G-100 • $44 Fee • Instructor: Brian Formo • Course Code: 7859

 

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Fabric Crafts

Quilting for Beginners

Learn the basics. You will work through steps necessary for quilted projects, beginning with patchwork. Supplies, selection of fabric and pattern, and hand or machine assem-bly will be discussed and accompanied by individualized instruction.Wednesdays, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. • August 20 - November 5Room K-101 • $44 Fee • Instructor: Marjorie Hardison • Course Code: 8366

Quilting and Patchwork

Learn basics of quilting using assorted patterns and designs. Explore the versatility of service quilts as well as designer quilts. For the beginning to advanced quilter. Sewing experience helpful. Students provide supplies. Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 22 - November 7Room K-101 • $44 Fee • Instructor: Maggie Stone • Course Code: 7853

Sewing for the Home

Learn to make custom sewn pieces for your home, such as throw pillows, curtains and tablecloths. Students will learn to design, measure, and sew a variety of projects from simple napkins to custom draperies. No prior sewing experience is necessary. Supplies and materials required will be discussed at first class.Thursdays, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. • August 21 - November 6Room K-101 • $44 Fee • Instructor: Stella King • Course Code: 7857

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Languages

 

Sign Language: Beginners

Communicate in the language of the hearing impaired using American Sign Language. Learn the alphabet and up-to-date commonly used signs and phrases, as well as basic sentence structure. Book required. (3.6 CEU)Tuesdays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 19 - November 2Room J-205 • $72.00 Fee • Instructor: Valerie McMillan • Course Code: 7875

Spanish for Beginners: Part one

Emphasizes basic communication skills for those with little or no background in Span-ish. Students will be introduced to basic expressions and common words used in ev-eryday conversations. Book required. (3.6 CEU)Mondays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. • August 18 - November 10Room D-210 • $72.00 Fee • Instructor: Candace Denton • Course Code: 7874

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General Interest and Professional Development

Calligraphy

Learn how to write beautiful invitations, letters, etc., and gain exposure to Calligraphy in general with specific development of the Italic and Block Letter Alphabets. Supplies and materials required. Only offered in the fall.Mondays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. • August 25 - November 10Room G-102 • $44 Fee • Instructor: Jay Gallimore • Course Code: 7830

 

Discover Belly Dancing

More flexibility. Toned muscles. Less stress. These are just a few of the benefits from this centuries-old form of dance. And let’s not forget FUN too. This is a dance class so please dress comfortably. Also, it is best to consult your doctor before starting any new form of exercise.Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. • August 19 - November 4Room J-100 • $25 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Gina Lamm • Course Code: 7865

Discover Belly Dancing II

This class focuses on developing more advanced moves while still using all the basic skills learned in the beginning belly dance class all of which are required to become a well-rounded belly dancer. The same skills are thoroughly reviewed so that each dancer may develop at their own pace. There will be several choreographed pieces taught for an opportunity to perform for a group on the final day of class.Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. • August 21 - November 6Room E-100 (Auditorium) • $25 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Sue Furman • Course Code: 7866

Effective Teacher Training

This course provides training in effective teaching methods for prospective substitute teachers. Helps existing classroom teachers improve the learning environment for stu-dents. 100% attendance is required. For further information, call Margie Norfleet at (252) 246-1210. (3.0 CEU)Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. • November 10-13Room E-101 • $67.00 Fee • Instructor: Patricia Ferrell • Course Code: 7819

Small Engine Repair

Save your time and money by learning to service, trouble shoot, repair, and rebuild small (18-20 HP) engines such as lawn mowers, weedeaters, and chain saws. Thursdays, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. • August 21 - October 23Room L-100 • $44 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Charles Worrell • Course Code: 7858

Turn your Snapshots into Great Shots

This one-day workshop combines classroom lectures and critiques with hands-on, in-the-field instructions designed to improve and enhance skills in photography and com-position. You’ll learn the favorite photo-editing techniques for re-touching, restoration, and color correction to crank out cool images. Each participant will receive a framable print of one of their pictures to take home. For further information, call Margie Norfleet at (252) 246-1210. (3.0 CEU)Pre-requisites:• Bring a digital camera to class• Have basic knowledge of computers and WindowsItems to bring:• Digital Camera (dSLR or Point and Shoot) and all accessories• Camera owners manual, if you have one• USB Drive or blank CD-R• NotebookSaturday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. • October 25Room A-112 • $100 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Chris Barnes* • Course Code: 8517*Professional Photographer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and Certified Internet Webmaster

Great Shots-Level II

Mastering LightShooting brilliant photographs requires a digital photography class that covers both technical and creative mastery. How and when to use your advanced camera’s fea-tures? What shooting techniques will get the best results on location? And once you’re done with the shoot, do you know how to handle image correction, compositing, re-touching, and printing? This digital photography class is an advanced course of study, and picks up where Turn Your Snapshots into GREAT Shots left off. Led by professional photographer Chris Barnes, you’ll be guided through lessons of technical and creative challenges as he shares some of his insight on using the small, hot shoe flashes on the set and on location. We’ll investigate how these light shaping tools can produce dramatic and dif-ferent portrait solutions. You’ll gain new digital photography skills and have your work critiqued and improved with Chris’ expertise. NOTE: Bring tripods and flash units if you have them. For further information, call Margie Norfleet at (252) 246-1210.Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. • November 15Room A-112 • $100 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Chris Barnes* • Course Code: 8518*Professional Photographer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and Certified Internet Webmaster

 

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Hobbies

Banjo for the Beginner

You’ll be surprised at the skill you’ll develop in playing the banjo. Learn basic chords, rhythmic patterns, correct timing, tuning, and songs. No experience is required; howev-er, experienced beginners are welcome. Students will need to bring their own banjo.Mondays, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. • August 18 - November 10Room E-101 • $40 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Joe Martin • Course Code 7860

Floral Arranging

Instruction in the basics of fresh and silk arrangements. Learn to tie bows, make cor-sages, and create designs and arrangements in traditional and contemporary styles. Supplies needed discussed at first class. Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 21 - October 23Room K-101, $44 Fee • Instructor: Jacob Mitchell • Course Code: 7843Mondays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 18 - October 27Room K-101, $44 Fee • Instructor: Jacob Mitchell • Course Code: 7831

Floral Arranging

For ChristmasLearn to create beautiful Christmas floral arrangements to enhance your home for the holidays, great for gifts too! A supply list will be provided at the first class.Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 12 noon • October 30 - December 4Room K-101 • $32 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Jacob Mitchell • Course Code: 7868 Mondays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • November 3 - December 1Room K-101 • $32 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Jacob Mitchell • Course Code: 7867

Guitar for the Beginner

A course for the beginner who has never picked up a guitar or who can only strum a few chords. You will learn to read basic chord forms, simple melody lines, and musical nota-tions. You’ll soon be playing chord accompaniments to popular folk, rock, and country songs. Students will need to bring their own acoustic guitars.Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. • August 21 - November 6Room G-128 • $40 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Joe Martin • Course code: 7869

Mandolin for the Beginner

Super picker and instructor Joe Martin presents a new stringed instrument class. Basic right and left hand techniques; all major styles from Bill Monroe to Sam Bush are pre-sented. Students will need to bring their own mandolin.Wednesdays, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. • August 20 - November 5Room G-128 • $40 Fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Joe Martin • Course Code: 7871

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Heritage and History

Genealogy for Beginners-Climbing Your Family Tree

Who are you? What are your roots? This course is designed to help the beginning genealo-gist develop the necessary skills to achieve the greatest degree of success in their family research. This course will provide instruction for locating and using various resources avail-able for research. Methods of record keeping and organizing information will be presented.Thursdays, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. • August 21 - October 9Room E-101 • $40 fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Joan Howell Waddell • Course Code: 8228

Write What You Have Lived

Everyone has a story! Come gather and gab, share and scribble! Led by instructor Jane Wood, this course uses interactive exercises to encourage participants to share and record personal life experiences in the form of letters or memoirs. Writers need not be polished professionals; these letters will express wisdom, convey gratitude to loved ones, pass on life lessons, values, hopes for the future, and ask or grant forgiveness.Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 20 - September 24Room E-101 • $25 fee (self-supporting) • Instructor: Jane Wood • Course Code: 8229