LIGHTS ON! ADULT CLASSES - Register Early

(11/27/2002)
Submitted by Tony Russell

Adult Computer Class, Aroldsburg Elementery, instructor, Scott Montgomery. Learn basic computer operation from signing on to "surfing the net." 4 Saturdays, Jan. 1-Feb. 28 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Basic Skills for Adults, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Michele Allen. Provides an additional 6 hours per week to improve basic skills in reading, writing, math, computer skills, and GED test preparation. Mondays and Wednesdays Nov. 13 - June 6, 3-6 p.m. Call 354-6151 to register.

Basic Welding, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Ken Townsend. Learn to set up and operate equipment for oxyacetylene welding and cutting, stick welding, and MIG welding. Mondays, 6-9 p.m., Begins Nov. 4

Basket Making (Beginning) Pleasant Hill Elementary School, instructor Terry Hickman. Learn basic basket making techniques; complete three baskets. Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., early spring

Basket Making (Intermediate) Calhoun Middle/High School, instructor Jo Moellendick. Learn intermediate-level basket making techniques. Mondays, 4 -7 p.m., Oct 21 - Dec. 16

Beginner's Quilting, Aroldsburg Elementery, instructor, Tresha Cottrill. Learn basic skills to complete a quilt: rotary cutting, strip piecing, chain piecing, assembly, and adding borders. Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Nov. 1 - Feb. 15

Beginner's Quilting - Wall Hangings, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Terri Stalnaker. Learn basic skills to complete a wall hanging: rotary cutting, sewing, and primitive quilting techniques. Mondays, 6-9 p.m., 4 weeks, Jan. 6-27

Cake Decorating for the Holidays, Pleasant Hill Elementary School, instructor Lorri Cunningham. Decorate cakes for Thanksgiving and Christmas and learn airbrushing techniques. Nov. 4 - Dec. 20, weekly, week day and time to be arranged

Ceramic Painting, Pleasant Hill Elementary School, instructor Beth Richards. Learn to use materials and techniques for painting ceramics. Saturdays, 9-3; Oct. 19 & 26, Nov. 2

Chair Caning #4, Pleasant Hill Elementary School, instructor Terry Hickman. Supply your own chair, and learn how to complete a woven bottom for it Two Saturdays, 6 hr. sessions, dates to be arranged.

Computer Basics, Calhoun Middle/High School, instructor Beth Alltop. Learn what you want to learn about computers. Individualized topics can include: getting started; sending and receiving e-mail; printing business cards; typing documents; creating a spreadsheet or database. Tuesdays, 6-9, Begins Jan. 7.

Crochet, Pleasant Hill Elementary School, instructor Shirley Gregory. Learn to crochet or hone old skills. Mondays, 6-9 p.m., dates to be arranged

Custom Woodworking #2, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Ada Overbaugh. Learn beginning woodworking skills in making and finishing a wall shelf and a cutting board. Mondays, 6-9 p.m., Beginning mid-October

Enjoying the Arts, Aroldsburg Elementery, instructor, Dan Cosgrove. Monthly cultural/art events - "Cosi Fan Tutte," "Ain't Misbehavin,'" Symphony Family Discovery Concert January 2003

Floral Design #3 (Intermediate) Pleasant Hill Elementary School, instructor Pat Radabaugh & Sharlene Heiney. Learn additional techniques around a piece of bleached or scrubbed wood. Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m., four weeks beginning Nov. 12

Floral Design Basics, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Charles Whipkey. Make 3 holiday arrangements. Thursday, 6--9 p.m. Nov. 7, 14, 21

Folk Art Applique #3, Pleasant Hill Elementary School, instructor Pat Radabaugh & Kathryn Burrows. Provide your own garment; learn how to complete a folk art appliqué; fall and Christmas design. Saturday, Nov. 9, 9-3

Holiday Baskets, Calhoun Middle/High School, instructor Trina Beall. Make different style baskets appropriate for the holiday season; dye reeds for colorful displays. Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m., Oct 22-Dec 17

Introduction to MSWord, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Linda Jones. Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Designed for those with little experience and those wishing to enhance their skills, to be arranged

Kickboxing, Body Toning, Aroldsburg Elementery, instructor, Jennifer Hall. Practice various aerobic activities to improve health and fitness. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m., Sept 24-May 23

Landscaping, Aroldsburg Elementery, instructor, Susan Carpenter. Learn the elements and principles of the design process, site analysis, plant and soil nutrition. 4 Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Mar. 15 - May 14

Landscaping, Pleasant Hill Elementary School, instructor to be announced. Learn the types of foliage that thrive in our climate and proper planting and mulching techniques. Spring 2003. Dates to be arranged

Meditation in Movement, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Linda Jones. Learn relaxation techniques, including basic yoga, Tai Chi, and Chi Gong. Mondays, 6-8 p.m., Nov 4, 11, & 18, Dec 2, 9, & 16

Multi-Media Video Project, Calhoun Middle/High School, instructor Harry Beall. Use video camera & computer editing software to create a short film. Thursdays, 6:30-9 p.m., 13 weeks, beginning Sept. 12

Off Loom Beadweaving, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Linda Jones. Learn several off loom beading stitches including the peyote and brick stitches. Dates to be arranged

Pen and Ink Drawing, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Larry McCallister. Learn basics of pen and ink drawing. TBA, 6-9 p.m., 5 weeks

Picture Matting and Framing, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Larry McCallister. Learn the use of a mat cutter and picture framing techniques. TBA, 6-9 p.m., 3 weeks

Rag Rugs, Pleasant Hill Elementary School, instructor Terry Hickman. Learn basic techniques to create a crocheted rag rug. Dates to be arranged

Reading Hamlet, Aroldsburg Elementery, instructor, Bill Howley. Prepare and read scenes from Shakespeare's Hamlet using the Alan Durband "side-by side" text of the play. To be arranged, weekly

Ribbed Egg Baskets, Calhoun Middle/High School, instructor Trina Beall. Dye reeds; make colorful ribbed egg baskets. Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m., beginning Feb. 18

Tole Painting, Pleasant Hill Elementary School, instructor Gail Collins. Learn how to use different strokes in painting a "Welcome" sign on wood. Saturdays, 9-3; Oct. 19 & 26, Nov. 2

Tole-Decorative Painting, Aroldsburg Elementery, instructor, Judy Staley. Learn basic painting and stroke work. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Nov. 1 - Feb. 15

Three Museums in a Day, Aroldsburg Elementery, instructor, Dan Cosgrove. Visit 3 museums: "Museum in the Community," Sunrise Museum, West Virginia State Museum. To be arranged

Video Picture Album #3, Calhoun Middle/High School, instructor Trina Beall. Scan photos into computer, edit, add titling and music, and copy onto video tape or DVD. Wednesdays, 6-8:30, Jan 8-Feb 12.

Voices from the Earth Heartwwod in the Hills, instructor Ilene Evans. Workshops in dance and storytelling for teachers and others who work with children or have an interest in the subject matter. November 4 - 8. Contact Heartwood for more information & registration.

Water Aerobics, Glenville State College. Increase stamina and flexibility with low-impact aqua aerobics in Glenville State pool. Tuesdays, 6-9, six wks. beginning Oct. 15.

Wildcrafting and Herbal Remedies #2, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Linda Jones. Focus will be on July and August plants. Fieldwork and hands-on preparation of herbal cream or lotion. Summer 2003

Intermediate Basketry, Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center, instructor Joyce Cain. Monday evenings starting January 6, from 6 to 9 p.m., through February 10, 2003.

For information or registration, call the Lights On! office, 354-7595, unless otherwise noted. There are no fees for any of the above activities, but enrollments are limited. Please note that registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Many classes fill rapidly; some listed may be already filled, but adding your name to a waiting list gives us guidance in scheduling future classes.