WINTER/SPRING 2011 COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES
1. WOODCARVING
Course Description: Introduction to power wood carving using dremel rotary tools. Students will
carve a Killdeer (Shorebird), as well as learn texturing, preparation and painting their project. The
instructor has over thirty years of carving experience and has taught over 800 people the art of wood
carving.
Instructor: Fred Zimdars
Date: February 16, 2011-April 20, 2011
Day/Time: Wednesdays/6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Fee: $60.00 plus $20.00 for materials
from instructor
Location: Wood Shop
2. OIL AND ACRYLIC PAINTING
Course Description: Learn to use your own photos to create paintings in oil or acrylics. Learn to
mix beautiful natural looking colors. You will also learn to compose paintings. Individual
instruction is included in every class. Bring your favorite photos and painting supplies to the first
class. Painting supplies are provided by students. A supply list will be sent upon registration.
Instructor: Sandy Nowicki, Alumnus of the Art Institute of Chicago
Date: Feb. 14, 21, Mar. 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2011
Fees: $60.00 plus supplies
Day/Time: Mondays / 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Art Room 18
3. WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Course Description: Enjoy learning to paint wonderful watercolors. Learn color mixing, flowing
wet-in-wet colors, painting color washes and creating special effects. Learn to compose and design a
successful painting. There will be a demonstration every class. Individualized instruction will be a
part of every class. Painting supplies are provided by students. A supply list will be sent upon
registration.
Instructor: Sandy Nowicki, Alumnus of the Art Institute of Chicago
Dates: April 4, 11, 18, May 2, 9 & 16, 2011
Fee: $60.00 plus supplies
Day/Time: Mondays / 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Art Room 18
4. TRANSPARENT WATERCOLOR
Course Description: Transparent watercolor produces beautiful dramatic effects like no other
medium can. In this class you’ll learn new techniques each week while painting along with the
instructor. We will explore how to get layers of depth and colorful shadows into your painting.
We’ll discover how to create flowing washes and how to mix color right on the paper. We’ll see how
to create a variety of textures and effects by varying the use of water and using common household
items as painting tools. The classes will be fun and will reward you with skills that you can use for a
lifetime. A supply list will be sent upon registration.
Instructor: Tina Fincher, Local Artist and Teacher
Dates: Apr. 7, 14, 21, May 5 & 12, 2011
Day/Time: Thursdays / 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Fee: $45.00 plus supplies
Location: Art Room 18
5. PENCIL AND PASTEL DRAWING BASICS
Course Description: People think they can’t draw, but the truth is they just haven’t learned how. In
this class you will learn different methods to inspire you to draw often and develop your own style.
We will explore basic shape composition as well as line and gesture drawing. You’ll be able to
follow along with the demonstrations and learn about tonal drawing and perspective to add dimension
to your still lifes and landscapes. Students will have the option of adding color near the end of the
session and learn the basics of drawing with pastel.
Instructor: Tina Fincher, Local Artist and Teacher
Dates: Feb. 17, 24, & Mar. 3, 2011
Fee: $45.00 plus supplies
Day/Time: Thursdays / 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Art Room 18
6. MAXIMIZE IT! QUILTING CLASS
Course Description: Take the fear out of making a large quilt. Now that you have mastered basic
quilting skills it is time to maximize it! This project will take the beginner quilter through the
complete process of making a queen size quilt. Basic quilting skills will be the foundation of the
course while adding strip piecing and some hand quilting. This quilt can easily be converted to a
smaller quilt if desired. Additional sewing time is required at home.
Instructor: Eileen Mirr
Date: March 10, 24 April 7, 21 & May 12, 2011
Day/Time: Thursdays/6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $60.00 plus materials
Location: Room 501
7. YOU HAD ME AT CHOCOLATE
Course Description: Learn to make gifts and treats with chocolate just in time for Easter and
Mother’s Day. Please bring to class an apron and a container to take home treats.
Instructor: Gina Goldberg & Dana Hauser (Chocolatiers, Dove Discoveries)
Session I:
Date: April 11, 2011
Fee: $25.00
Day/Time: Monday/6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Room 505
Session II:
Date: May 2, 2011
Day/Time: Monday/6:30-8:30 p.m.
Fee: $25.00
Location: Room 505
8. NOT YOUR MOTHER’S SUGAR COOKIES - EASTER
Cookie Decorating Class – Royal Icing and Rolled Fondant
Course Description: Learn to decorate fun, festive holiday cut-out cookies like the pros. Come and
decorate sweet and whimsical treats for the favorite bunnies and chicks in your life. All skill levels
welcome. Creations from simple to stunning. Packaging, presentation and gift ideas for teachers,
family and friends. All supplies included: Pre-baked cookies, Royal Icing, Fondant, Recipes and all
the sprinkles and embellishments imaginable plus more. Please join me for a couple evenings of fun
and cookie creativity. (Adults only).
Instructor: Jean Hinz
Date: March 29th & April 5, 2011
Day/Time: Tuesday/6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Fee: $40.00
Location: Foods Lab, Rm 505
9. NOT YOUR MOTHER’S SUGAR COOKIES II
Cookie Decorating Class – Royal Icing and Rolled Fondant
Girly Girl Cookies
Course Description: Learn to decorate fun cut-out cookies like the pros. Come and decorate sweet
treats for the princess in your life. All skill levels welcome. Creations from simple to stunning.
Party favors and gift ideas for party guests and the special little or big girl in you life. All supplies
included: Pre-baked cookies, Royal Icing, Fondant, Recipes and all the sprinkles and embellishments
imaginable. Please join me for an evening of fun and cookie creativity (Adults only).
Instructor: Jean Hinz
Date: March 10, 2011
Fee: $25.00
Day/Time: Thursday/6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Foods Lab, Rm 505
10. SUGAR COOKIE EASTER EGG FACTORY or EASTER BUNNY HUTCH
Bake, Assemble and Decorate an Easter Bunny Hutch
Royal Icing and Rolled Fondant, Rubber Stamp Imprinting and much more…
Course Description: Learn to bake, assemble and decorate a fun, festive Easter Egg Factory or
Bunny Hutch like the pros. Come and decorate sweet and whimsical treats for the favorite bunnies
and chicks in your life. All skill levels welcome. On the first night of class you will need to bring a
batch of prepared raw cookie dough from a recipe that will be supplied by the instructor and cookie
sheets. Students will also need a base and box for transport. The first evening of class you will cut
out, rubber stamp, bake and assemble your creation. The second evening of class you will start to
decorate and embellish your creation. The final night of class you will take your completed creation
home. Please join me for a few evenings of fun and cookie creativity. (Adults only).
Instructor: Jean Hinz
Date: March 24, 31, and April 7, 2011
Day/Time: Thursdays/6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Fee: $60.00
Location: Foods Lab, Rm 505
11. 12 MONTHS OF CUPCAKES
Cupcake Decorating - Buttercream, Royal Icing and Rolled Fondant
A Decorated Cupcake for Every Month of the Year
Course Description: Learn to decorate cupcakes for every month of the year. Come and decorate
cupcakes for New Years Eve to Christmas and everything in between with
buttercream, royal icing, rolled fondant and much more. Students will need to bring 6 plain cupcakes
per class, decorating tips (list will be supplied by instructor) plus a container for transport. Decorating
materials will be supplied.
Instructor: Jean Hinz
Date: February 17, 24, and March 3, 2011
Day/Time: Thursdays/6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Fee: $40.00
Location: Foods Lab, Rm 505
12. 12 MONTHS OF COOKIES
Large Cutout Cookie Decorating
A Decorated Cutout Cookie for Every Month of the Year Plus More…
Course Description: Learn to decorate a cookie for every month of the year. Come and decorate
cookies for New Years Eve to Christmas and everything in between with
buttercream, royal icing, rolled fondant and much more. Students will need to bring a container for
transporting cookies. Cookies and decorating materials will be supplied.
Instructor: Jean Hinz
Date: April 14, 21, and May 5, 2011
Day/Time: Thursdays/6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Fee: $40.00
Location: Foods Lab, Rm 505
13. YOGA FOR HEALTH
Course Description: This yoga class is for beginners, but beneficial for any level. Incorporating
posture, breathing, and deep relaxation, this class promotes flexibility, strength, and general wellbeing. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Specify which session(s) you are
signing –up for by indicating Session I, II, III, IV, V or VI.
Instructor: Deborah Somerville, Certified Integral Yoga Instructor
Session I
Date: Feb. 14 – Mar. 21, 2011
Fee: $60.00 (6 weeks)
Day/Time: Mondays/3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Library
Session II
Date: Feb. 15 – Mar. 22, 2011
Day/Time: Tuesdays/6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $60.00 (6 weeks)
Location: Library
Session II I
Date: Mar. 28 – Apr. 18, 2011
Day/Time: Mondays/3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $40.00 (4 weeks)
Location: Library
Session IV
Date: Mar. 29 – Apr. 19, 2011
Day/Time: Tuesdays/6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $40.00 (4 weeks)
Location: Library
Session V
Date: May 2 – 23, 2011
Day/Time: Mondays/3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $40.00 (4 weeks)
Location: Library
Session VI
Date: May 3 – 24, 2011
Day/Time: Tuesdays/6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $40.00 (4 weeks)
Location: Library
14. JIN SHIN JYUTSU SELF-HELP
Course Description: In this self-help workshop, students will learn Jin Shin Jyutsu touch healing
sequences that release daily tensions, harmonize destabilizing attitudes, promote relaxation, and heal
common ‘dis-ease’ (headaches, fatigue, allergies, etc). The class will introduce the history and basic
physio-philosophy of Jin Shin Jyutsu, but primarily focus on hands-on applications and self-help
practice. Class fee includes textbook (published by Jin Shin Jyutsu Inc.).
Instructor: Deborah Somerville, Certified Jin Shin Jyutsu Practitioner
Session I
Date: Mar. 14, 21, 28, 2011
Fee: $50.00
Day/Time: Mondays/6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Room 300
15. CHILDREN’S WRITERS WORKSHOP
Course Description: A facilitated critique group in which writers learn the elements of craft
alongside sharing their work and obtaining feedback. Students will need to bring copies of a work-inprogress (up to ten pages or one picture book). Please indicate on your registration form which
session you will be attending.
Instructor: Kelly Krupa, Bristol Writing Conservatory
Session I
Date: Feb. 16 – March 23, 2011
Fee: $60.00
Day/Time: Wednesdays/6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Room 108
Session II
Date: April 6 – May 18, 2011
(No Class on April 27, 2010)
Day/Time: Wednesdays/6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $60.00
Location: Room 108
16. WRITING FOR CHILDREN
Course Description: This creative writing class is designed for beginners who wish to focus
exclusively on writing for children and young adults. We will explore picture books, easy readers,
middle grade, and young adult fiction and delve into the process and craft of writing. Students will
need to bring a notebook and pencil or pen. Please indicate on your registration form which session
you will be attending.
Instructor: Kelly Krupa, Bristol Writing Conservatory
Session I
Date: Feb. 15 – March 22, 2011
Fee: $60.00
Day/Time: Tuesdays/6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Room 108
Session II
Date: April 5 – May 17, 2011
(No Class on April 26, 2010)
Day/Time: Tuesdays/6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $60.00
Location: Room 108
17. SIGN LANGUAGE
Course Description: In this course learn the basics of American Sign Language including fingerspelling, numbers, colors, animals and beginning conversation.
Instructor: Mary Ann Barnett, Certified Teacher of the Deaf
Date: Mar. 14 – April 18, 2011
Fee: $25.00
Day/Time: Mondays/6:00-7:30 p.m.
Location: Room 200
18. PHOTOGRAPHIC LIGHTING
Course Description: “Light makes photography” – George Eastman. This two-night course is
designed to give you a better understanding of photographic lighting principles. There will be a
strong emphasis on how to get the most out of your hot shoe flash! Students should bring their
cameras and flashes as this will be a hands on course.
Instructor: Mike Bisom, owner of Art Z Angel Ink, Kenosha, WI.
Date: Mar. 3 and 10, 2011
Fee: $50.00
Day/Time: Thursdays/7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Room 212
19. USING YOUR NEW DIGITAL CAMERA
Course Description: Got a new digital camera and not sure how to work all the bells and whistles?
This workshop will help you get acquainted with your new camera and help you discover the
excitement of digital photography. You will learn to utilize the distinctive features of your camera as
well as how to maximize your photo opportunities. This is a hands on class, so bring your cameras!
Class size is limited to insure individualized attention, so sign up early to get a spot. This course
takes place over two evenings.
Instructor: Mike Bisom, owner of Art Z Angel Ink, Kenosha, WI.
Date: February 15 & 17, 2011
Fee: $40.00
Day/Time: Tues. & Thurs./7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Room 212
20. EDITING YOUR DIGITAL PHOTOS
Course Description: The world of digital photography has opened up new and creative ways to edit
and enhance photos. With this course we will help you get the most out of your digital images:
starting with workflow. We will also cover some common editing techniques such as cropping, resizing an image, sending an email attachment and more! This is a basic, entry-level course into
digital editing. Students should bring their cameras.
Instructor: Mike Bisom, owner of Art Z Angel Ink, Kenosha, WI.
Date: February 22 & 24, 2011
Fee: $40.00
Day/Time: Tues. & Thurs./7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Room 208
21. BALLROOM AND SOCIAL DANCING I
Course Description: This four week course will cover a variety of dance steps including: Waltz,
Fox Trot & Cha Cha. Six couples are needed to run this class, so get your friends to join you and
make this a fun filled night out! Students should wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Instructor: Sheri Montag
Dates: Feb. 15, 22, March 1, 8, 2011
Day/Time: Tuesday/6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $65.00/couple; $35.00/single
Location: TBD
22. BALLROOM AND SOCIAL DANCING II
Course Description: This four week course is a continuation of Ballroom and Social Dancing I. We
will cover a variety of dance steps including: Swing, Texas Two Step and Rhumba. Students should
wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Instructor: Sheri Montag
Dates: March 15, 22, Apr. 5, 12, 2011
Day/Time: Tuesday/6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $65.00/couple; $35.00/single
Location: TBD
23. GET IN STEP
Course Description: Central High School doors are open to the public to walk the halls for health,
fitness, and fun. Register to Get In Step, Monday thru Thursday, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Entrance
instructions will be provided upon registration. All walkers must be registered and will be given
I.D.s. This is a do-it-yourself program.
Dates: February 1, 2011 – June 1, 2011
Times: 5:45 a.m. - 7:00 a.m. M - F
5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. M – Th
Fee: No Charge
Location: Central H.S. Hallways