WaxahachieLighthouse for Learning

Community Education

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Class Registration FormComplete this registration form and return by mail with check or money order made payable to Waxahachie Lighthouse for Learningor On-line Registration at www.wisd.orgSend to the attention of:

Waxahachie Lighthouse for Learning411 N. Gibson StreetWaxahachie, TX 75165

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Questions about Waxahachie Community Education?

Call Melissa Cobb at 972-923-4631 extension 142mcobb@wisd.org

Unless otherwise noted, all classes will be held on the campus ofWaxahachie High School

1000 N. Hwy 77

Have you wanted to learn to speak Spanish, learn new computer skills, dance, weld, learn to crochet or learntatting? Do you have children who would enjoy Kids classes, do you have furniture that needs a new look, learnhow to design your own website, use your ipad or learn how to utilize social media? Are you ready for springgardening or do you want to learn cake decorating ? Would you like to know more about your camera,photography and how to edit & manage your photos. Do you want to start a new career, learn a new hobby?

Waxahachie Lighthouse for Learning, a cooperative effort between Waxahachie I.S.D., the Texas A&M ExtensionAgency, Master Gardeners and other individuals, organizations and businesses, gives you the opportunity to becomea life-long learner with classes beginning February 23, 2015 for the spring semester. These opportunities includeself-improvement, enrichment and academic courses. Classes will vary in length and require registration.

Online Registration! Go to: www.wisd.org

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Table of Contents:General Info. 2Computer 3Conversational Spanish 3Welding 3iphone/ipad 4Social Media 4Progressive Two Step Dance 4Learn to Play Guitar 4Tatting 4Dog Obedience 4Quilting 4Cattle Drives 4Crochet 4Hobbies 5Kids Cooking 5Gardening 5,6Photography/Lightroom 6Cake Decorating 6Chalk Paint 6Stain Glass 6

otra cosa todas las clases son en:Waxahachie High School,1000 N. Hwy. 77

· Cuando llegue para la primera sesión de suclase, inscribase en la mesa de “Com-munity Education.”

· Llame a la oficina de “Educacion de laComunidad” al (972) 923-4631 paraobtener más información.

·Pre-registration with payment is requiredfor all classes.· Cancellation with full refund only if youcancel a minimum of seven days prior tothe start date. Once a class has made or isin progress, expenses for the teacher areset.· Unless specifically noted, the class tar-get audience is adults (18 years or older)· All classes have a minimum number ofstudents. You will be notified before theclass date if the class has not reached therequired number of participants and a fullrefund will be given.· Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until the maximum number ofparticipants is reached.· Unless stated otherwise, classes meet at:

Waxahachie High School1000 N. Hwy 77

· When you arrive for the first session ofyour class, please check in at the Commu-nity Education Table.· Call the Community Education Office at972-923-4631 Ext. 142 if we may assist you.

Se necesita pre-registracion y pago paratodas las clases.

· Se reembolsara el dinero solamente si secancela la matricula con un mínimo desiete días antes de la fecha en quecomienza la clase.

· A menos que se indique otra cosa, las clasesson para adultos (18 años y mayores)

· Todas las clases necesitan un númeromínimo de estudiantes. Se le notificaráantes de la fecha de clase si no se haalcanzado el número mínimo departicipantes y se dará un reembolsocompleto.

· Las clases se llenan en orden de inscripciónhasta que se alcanze el máximo númerode participantes. A menos que se indique

Registration Guidelines:· Community Education classes will not beheld March 9 - 13, April 2 or any otherWISD holiday. If school is closed due toweather, classes will be cancelled also. In-structors may dismiss a student if behavioris dangerous to himself or to others.

It is the policy of the Waxahachie ISD notto discriminate on the basis of sex, handi-cap, race, color, or national origin in itseducational or vocational programs, ac-tivities, or employment as required byTitle IX, Section 504 and Title VI.

How to Register: On-line registration/payment available at: http://WISD.revtrak.net In Person Come see us in the Waxahachie ISD Administration Building 411 N. Gibson Street. Registrations are accepted on regular business days from 8:00 - 4:00 Monday - Friday. The office is closed on all school holidays. By Mail Complete the registration form within this catalog and mail to us at Ligthouse for Learning 411 N. Gibson Street Waxahachie, Texas 75165

3.Three Easy Ways to Register: 1. 2.Walk it in!

411 N. Gibson-WaxahachieMail it in!411 N. Gibson-Waxahachie

Online! Visit:http://WISD.revtrak.net

Clases de Educación para la Comunidadno se darian el 9 -13 de Marzo, el 2 de Abrilo en cualquier otro dia festivo del WISD. Sila escuela es cancelada por motivos delclima, las clases también serán canceladas.

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GED TESTING INFORMATION

The GED Testing Center moved to Navarro College beginning January 2014. All potential GED examinees should go tothe GED webpage: ged.com. Students will find information here regarding what is involved to take the test, practice materialsand tutorials. Students will need to create accounts and register for the GED test at this website. Once the registration portionis completed, students will then be directed to the webpage where a test center is selected and GED test scheduled.

Students may contact the Waxahachie Testing Center at 972-923-6429 or the Corsicana Testing Center at 903-875-7457.

Love & Logic®Invitation to Parents of Waxahachie I.S.D. Title I Campuses Only

(Clift, Dunaway, Felty, Marvin, Northside, Wedgeworth, Finley, Howard, WNGA/WHS)

The Love and Logic Institute is dedicated to making parenting and teaching fun and rewarding, instead ofsressful and chaotic. We provide practical tools and techniques that help adults achieve respectful, healthy relationshipswith their children. All of our work is based on a psychologically sound parenting and teaching philosophycalled Love and Logic®.Love & Logic® sessions will be held on Thursdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm at Waxahachie High School (Little Theatre) on

the following dates. Please contact Letty Bernal at 972-923-4727 ext. 207 or email lbernal@wisd.org with questions.

Date: Feb. 26 Date: March 19 Presentation: Putting an End to Arguing, Back Talk and Begging Presentation: Avoiding Power Struggles Presenter: Melissa Lance Presenter: Glen Tolar

Date: March 5 Date: March 26 Presentation: Setting Limits Without Waging War Presentation: Guiding Kids to Own & Solve Their Problems Presenter: Paul O’Rear Presenter: Claire Thornhill

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Please visit with one of the Lighthouse for LearningAdvisory Board members if you have any questions aboutclasses or registration.

Mark ArnoldDoug BarnesJeanie BlakeMark BosherGinger ColeBillinelle CurrieLarry Felty

Arlene HamiltonTaffy JohnsonBecky KauffmanUtahna MillerLaurie MosleyHeidi PerkinsBonney RamseySusie Sambell

Cindy SmithDan SmithDavid SmithJohn SmithKathy SmithSandra StrongDebra WakelandChristine Wirth

First Steps to YourComputerAre you just getting started onyour computer? Don’t know amouse from a modem? This isYOUR class! Learn the basicparts of a computer, how toturn your computer on and offand very basic functions. Thisclass is not for folks withexperience. After the comple-tion of this class you will beready for the next step. Instructor: Josh Corrigan

Feb. 26 - March 19Thursday 6:30-7:30 three classes$22.00

Computer BasicsIs there a computer in your home that youhave not used or do you need a refresheron computer basics? You can always learnsomething new. Now is the time, comejoin our basic computer class and you willhave a new confidence about using yourcomputer!Instructor: Josh CorriganApril 9 - May 7Thursday 6:30-7:30 five classesCost: $42.00

Basics of PowerPointLearn the basics of PowerPoint as youhave fun creating a presentation. Thisclass is styled for PowerPoint Beginner’swho have very little knowledge or noknowledge of the product. You willinteract with other students and theinstructor and take away the confidenceyou need to put together a greatPowerPoint presentation!Instructor: Amy TimsThursdays 7:00-8:00April 9 - April 30 four classesCost: $29. 00

Introduction to WordThis class will provide you with thetools needed to successfully createand save documents, edit and makecorrections and use automatic textfeatures. You will format pages,paragraphs, move, copy, find andreplace text. You will also learn to useproofing tools and preview and printdocuments, envelopes and labels and learn to work with templates.Limit: 20 studentsInstructor: Amy TimsThursdays 6:00-7:00Feb. 26 - April 30 eight classesCost: $49. 00

Introduction to ExcelThis class is for anyone who wants tolearn the fundamentals of MicrosoftExcel. You will learn how to understandspreadsheets, enter data and saveworkbooks, modify worksheets andworkbooks. You will also be providedwith the tools to create and edit chartsand graphs, work with formulas and usetemplates, styles and auto formats.Limit: 20 studentsInstructor: Amy TimsMondays 6:00-7:00Feb. 23 - April 20 eight classesCost: $49.00

Advanced Excel Tips and TricksIn this advanced level Excel class we willbe working with advanced functions, aswell as, data tools and pivotal tables.Instructor: Amy TimsMondays 7:00-8:00March 30 - April 20 four classesCost: $29.00

Web Design BasicsLearn the basics of setting up, buildingand maintaining your own Website.Students will learn HTML, CSS and basicweb design tips and tricks. In this classstudents will be able to create their ownfunctional website by the end of thesemester. Students should bring a USBthumb drive with at least 1GB of storage.Instructor: Cameron HawkinsMondays 6:00-7:00Feb. 23 - March 30 five classes

Cost: $39.00

Maintenance Welding -con’tIn addition,participants will alsobecome familiar with cutting metalusing both oxy-acetylene and plasmacutting techniques. Students maybring their own gloves, protectiveeyewear and welding helmet,This class will be taught at WHS.Instructor: Joey IsbellMondays 5:30-9:30April 6 - April 27 four classesCost: $116.00 + $20.00 shop supplyfee, pay to instructor

Advanced WeldingHere’s your chance, using weldingtechniques, to build your own projectstart to finish with the assistance andsupervision of an experiencedwelding instructor. This experiencedinstructor will cover Stick and MIGwelding processes as well as oxy-acetylene and plasma cuttingtechniques. Students will be respon-sible for purchasing their ownsupplies for their projects andbringing them to class. Students maybring their own gloves, protectiveeyewear, and welding helmet. Thisclass will be taught at WHS.Instructor: Joey IsbellMondays 5:30-9:30April 6 - April 27 four classesCost: $116.00 + $20.00 shop supplyfee, pay to instructor

In the advanced class you will dive intomore advanced topics of web develop-ment including CSS, advanced layouts,design elements, PHP, Javascript, andmore. Students will need to have previousexperience in web design with knowledgeof HTML and some CSS. Those who havetaken the beginner class and felt comfort-able with the concepts taught there willbe able to keep up in this class. Bring aUSB Drive minimum 1 GB capacity.Instructor: Cameron HawkinsMondays 7:00-8:00Feb. 23 - March 30 five classesCost: $39.00

Conversational Spanish IWould you like to learn the basics ofSpanish to communicate in the work-place, at home or in travels? Thiscourse is for adults who have noprevious conversational knowledge ofSpanish or who have not had Spanish-language training in many years.Instructor: Taffy JohnsonMondays 6:30 – 8:00March 23 - May 11 eight classesCost: $69.00 + optional workbookSpanish for Gringos

Maintenance WeldingTake the mystery out of welding. Arethere things around the house youneed to mend? Are you interested inbuilding a fence, carport, BBQ grill, createan art project or develop a potential jobskill? This experienced teacher will covergeneral purposes and introduce thefundamentals of ARC welding, MigWelding and Tig Welding processes.

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iPhone BasicsLearn how your iPhone can make your lifeeasier, more productive and informative.You will see demonstrations on ways youcan save time and keep you organized aswell as entertained. For the true beginner,bring your questions. You will see youriPhone in a whole new way!Instructor: Patrick ReidMonday Feb. 23 6:00-8:00Cost: $16.00

iPad BasicsThere are certain basics you need to learnwith any device. Learn how your iPad canmake your life easier, more productive andinformative. You will see demonstrationson ways you can save time and keep youorganized as well as entertained. Thisclass is for the true beginner, please bringyour questions. You will see your iPad in awhole new way! Those considering aniPad are welcome to attend.Instructor: Patrick ReidMonday April 6 6:00-8:00Cost: $16.00

Facebook & Social Media BasicsWould you like to can bring social mediainto your personal life? Come learn howyou can make connections, learn throughothers, and share with your friends, family,and acquaintances. Joining a socialnetwork can help you stay connected topeople, places, companies, and interests.Set-up, privacy, and modification will becovered. No previous social networkknowledge is needed.Instructor: Patrick ReidMonday March 236:00-8:00Cost: $16.00

You Tube100 hours of videos uploaded and 200million hours of video watched on a dailybasis, YouTube is huge! Come learn howyou can use YouTube to store and shareyour videos, but also how to find yourniche in the YouTube world for fun,education, and entertainment. Set-up,searching, viewing, privacy, saving, andfiltering will be covered in this class.Instructor: Patrick ReidMonday March 30 6:00-8:00Cost: $16.00

Progressive Double Two Step DanceJoin professional dance instructor CoryTurner and come learn to dance the nightaway with some of the most popularcountry and western dances in themetroplex. Teaching beginner levelpatterns in a fun filled atmosphere. If youdon’t have a dance partner, no need toworry, singles will rotate partners. Slicksoled shoes are recommended.Instructor: Cory TurnerThursdays 7:00-8:00Feb. 26 – March 26 four classesCost: $28.00

Two Step DanceJoin professional dance instructor CoryTurner and come learn to dance the nightaway with some of the most popularcountry and western dances in themetroplex. Teaching beginner levelpatterns in a fun filled atmosphere. If youdon’t have a dance partner, no need toworry, singles will rotate partners. Slicksoled shoes are recommended.Instructor: Cory TurnerThursdays 7:00-8:00April 13 – May 11 four classesCost: $28.00

Historical Walk to WellnessJoin this class and Get Fit ThroughWalking! This class is designed for alllevels of walkers. The goal will be to reacha 15 minute mile, 4 miles in one hour. Youwill walk the City with this team of commu-nity leaders and every block throughoutthe course you will learn historicalupdates. Registration fee includes theupcoming Biggest Loser CommunityChallenge, please contact the WaxahachieChamber of Commerce for details. Firstwalk begins at the Waxahachie ChamberOffice 102 YMCA Drive.Instructors: Bonney Ramsey, DebraWakeland, Jeanie Blake, Laurie MosleyTuesdays and Thursdays 5:30-7:30March 17 – April 9 8 classesCost: $25.00

PiYoQiThis class is a blending of pilates, yoga,and qi gong. A melding of mind-bodyphilosophies that will enable you tostrengthen, stretch and balance yourselfinto proper functional mobility. This classis perfect for the beginner or the advancedeach individual being instructed to workwithin their own limitations. Comfortableclothing, bare feet and an exercise mat areall you need.Instructor: Utahna MillerMondays 7:00-8:00March 23 – April 13 four classesCost: $30.00

Basic Dog ObedienceDog owners will learn basic commandswhich will enhance the pet-owner bond,using positive reinforcement. Owners willneed to bring their pet with a standardbuckle collar and 4-6 foot leash. Pleasebring vaccination certificates for pets aswell as training treats. Bring your pet forthe first class so the training can begin!Instructor: Shanda Vance, M.S.,CDT DogObedience Trainer/ Animal BehaviorSpecialist Limit 10 studentsMondays 6:00-7:00March 23 - April 20 five classesCost: $36.00

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Quilting Skill Building -Half Square TrianglesIn this one night class we will work on half-square triangles as you develop the skillsyou need. Half-square triangles turn intomany different quilting designs includingflying geese. Class materials: 10 strips ofcoordinating 2.5" X 40" fabric or 10 stripsof 3" X 40" coordinating fabric. Please alsobring your machine, thread, rotary cutter -minimum of 45 mm, pins, iron, ironing pador towel, and an acrylic ruler with a 1/4"measurement.Instructor: Sherrie FoggMondays March 2 6:00-8:00Cost: $12.00

Texas Cattleman-Waxahachie Cattle Drive DaysThe fall semester we discussed “CattleDrives of Texas” NOW we will encounterthe men and women who sent the “Beeves”herding North on the Trail!Instructor: David SmithMonday March 26:30-8:00Cost: $15.00

Learn to Play the GuitarCome join us for this fun beginner’s class.In this 5 week study you will learn thebasics of guitar playing, including tuning,chording, strumming and some basic studytechniques to continue with once thecourse is over. Please bring your ownguitar acoustic preferred, but not required.Ages 10 and above.Instructor: Paul ColwellMondays 6:00-7:00Feb. 23 – March 30 five classesCost: $40.00

TattingJoin this class and learn the art of tatting,from your grandmother’s day. Tatting is theart of lacemaking using a shuttle andthread. Tatting consists of one basic knot, adouble stitch repeated in rings and chains.While difficult to master the art from a book,it is quite easy to learn from an experiencedtatter. Many consider tatting to be a lostart, but gaining in popularity once again.You may create dollies, bookmarksor your own special project. Supply feeincludes tatting shuttle and 2 balls ofthread, available from instructor first class.Instructor: Karen PalmerMondays Feb. 23 – March 30 five classes6:00-8:00Cost: $50.00 + $10.00 supply fee paid toinstructor

Beginning EmbroideryHand embroidery is a fun and easy way toembellish clothes, accessories and house-hold items. This class is for anyone whowants to learn or relearn basic embroiderystitches. No sewing skills are needed!Please bring to class: embroidery needles,10 skeins of embroidery floss in variouscolors, small scissors and a 6" embroideryhoop (wooden or plastic).Instructor: Karen PalmerMondays April 13 – April 27 three classes6:00-8:00Cost: $30 .00

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Quilting -Twisting Into SpringThis is a great way to learn and exploreyour talents, perfect for a Spring TableRunner. You will learn a new twist on avery useful skill by starting and completinga twister quilt. Finished size - 15.5" x 21.5".Supplies needed: your machine, thread,rotary cutter - minimum of 45 mm, pins,curved safety pins,iron, ironing pad ortowel, a pre-cut charm pack (40-5"cutsquares - “Spring” fabric preferred), 1 yd.of batting, 1 yd. of backing, 1/2 yd. blackfabric for boarder & binding.Instructor: Sherrie FoggMondays March 16, 23, 30 three classes6:00-8:00Cost: $ 36.00 + $10.00 supply fee pay toinstructor

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Doodling & BeyondTake your doodling to another level in thisfollow-up class to Decorative Doodle Art.Experiment using a variety of mediums,materials and techniques to enhance yourartwork. Bring your pens, creativity andimagination as we doodle on flat surfaces,as well as 3-D objects. Supplies to bring-Sakura Micron Pens sizes .01, .03, .05Instructor: Karen PalmerThursdays April 16 & April 236:00-8:00Cost: $19.00 + $10.00 supply fee pay toinstructor

Kids in the Kitchen ClassesKids in the Kitchen Hooray for the Red,White & Blue–Ages 5-12July is not the only patriotic month!February is the month of many U.S.presidents’ birthdays and we are going tocelebrate them by preparing all things red,white and blue! Think blueberries,raspberries, and white chocolate! Theclass will be taught in the WHS CulinaryArts Room.Instructor: Kathy ParkerThursday Feb. 266:00 -7:30Cost: $28.00

Kids in the Kitchen MarshmallowMadness –Ages 5-12If you think S’mores is the only goodieprepared with marshmallows, you are sowrong! Come join us in preparing deliciousgoodness using marshmallows as the mainingredient! This class will be taught in theWHS Culinary Arts Room.Instructor: Kathy ParkerThursday March 19 6:00-7:30Cost: $28.00

Kids in the Kitchen “Happy Birthday toMe!” –Ages 5-12Don’t you just love birthdays? You get tochoose the shape, color of icing, anddecorations for a very special and uniquebirthday cake! How fun is that? This classwill be taught in the WHS Culinary ArtsRoom.Instructor: Kathy ParkerThursday, April 166:00 – 7:30Cost: $32.00

Master Gardeners SeriesJoin Ellis County Master Gardeners andEllis County Extension Agency in avariety of classes to prepare your gardensand your yards for spring.

Kids in the Kitchen Float Away the SummerAges 5-12Summer is just around the corner and weneed to create something to keep us cool!We will be preparing the classic root beerfloat plus the Green Monster, the PinkLady, and the Dreamboat! Definitely somegood things! This class will be taught inthe WHS Culinary Arts Room.Instructor: Kathy ParkerThursday May 76:00-7:30Cost: $28.00

Stamping Greeting CardsEnjoy the satisfaction ofcreating your own greetingcards! Participants will userubber stamps and embellish-ments to create 12 greeting cards(3 cards each of 4 designs)suitable for all occasions. Learnbasic rubber stamping tech-niques and bring out the artist inyou! This class is appropriatefor all levels of rubber stampers.

Limit 16 Registration deadline March 23rd.Instructor: Billinelle CurrieMonday March 30 6:00-8:00Cost: $12.00 + $8.00 supply fee pay toinstructor

Beginning CrochetThis class is designed for those who neverlearned to crochet or learned long ago andhave forgotten how. Learn the basicstitches and how to read patterns. Pleasebring 2 skeins of Peaches & Cream cottonyarn in solid colors, a size “H” crochethook and scissors.Instructor: Karen PalmerThursdays 6:00-8:00March 19 - April 9 three classesCost: $30.00

Intermediate CrochetGo beyond the basics and take yourcrochet to the next level! This class willcover crocheting in the round, increasing/decreasing, granny squares, and readingpatterns. As this is an intermediate class,you should be familiar with single, half-double, and double crochet stitches.Please bring to class 1 skein of Caron’sSimply Soft yarn (any color), a size Hcrochet hook, and a pair of scissors.Instructor: Karen PalmerThursdays 6:00-8:00April 30 – May 14 three classesCost: $30.00

Decorative Doodle ArtEveryone can doodle – even those whosay they can’t draw a straight line, or “I’mnot an artist”. YES YOU ARE! By learninga variety of designs and techniques tospark your creativity, you will transformyour doodles into works of art. Doodlingis fun, relaxing and one of the hottest arttrends today. For anyone who can hold apen, enjoys scrapbooking, art journaling,drawing, crafting, designing and creating.Instructor: Karen PalmerThursdays Feb. 26 & March 56:00-8:00Cost: $19.00 + $10.00supply fee pay to instructor

Raised Beds and Square Foot GardeningLearn how to construct and plant an easygarden for smaller spaces or for beginningvegetable gardeners. You will learn to designyour space, amend your soils, plant yourvegetables and rotate your crops in yournew garden.Instructor: Joan BrammerMonday March 26:00 – 7:30Cost: $12.00

Firewise LandscapingLearn how to increase the chances of yourstructure surviving a nearby wildfire. Thispresentation will take only an hour or so.You will leave with a list of resources andwritten materials that will help you evaluateyour surroundings and take responsibilityfor reducing the available fuel around yourhome.Instructor: Lee DannMonday March 166:00-7:30Cost: $12.00

From the Garden to the Salad BowlAre you ready to try your luck with growingan easy garden, and then take your rewardsto the kitchen for a tasty salad? We willcover growing lettuces, spinach and othergreens along with tomatoes that like Texas,onions and other salad vegetables. We willcover growing and using fresh herbs forsalad dressings. Class members will help puttogether a salad and make an herbalvinaigrette for sampling. Go home withgrowing instructions and recipes. This is aperfect beginner class or for a containergardener.Instructor: Arlene HamiltonMonday, March 236:00 – 7:30 pmCost: $12.00

Drought Tolerant Plants for TexasBecause of the likelihood that water willnot be as affordable or plentiful in thefuture, now is the time to consider growingdrought tolerant plants and in generalselecting plants for your landscape with aneye toward reducing the supplementalwatering that many plants require. Thereare a large variety of plants that have thischaracteristic; so we are not restricted inbeautifying our lawns and gardens. Theclass will cover varieties of Texas adaptedplants; characteristics that make droughttolerant plants, how to recognize plantsthat use less water and how to grow them.Instructor: Ted RyderMonday, April 66:00 – 7:30 pmCost: $12.00

Herbal Vinegars, Butters and SpreadsWhether you have a garden full of herbs oryou have aspirations to begin an herbgarden, a common challenge can be how touse all those wonderful herbs. Dried orfresh, herbs lend a wonderful flavor, aroma,and even healthful factor to foods weenjoy on a regular basis. In this class, youwill learn how to prepare and use herbs tocreate tasty herbal vinegars, butters, andspreads. This is a hands-on class whereyou will come away with recipes and yourown herbal vinegar to take home.Instructor: Susan ClarkMonday, April 136:00 – 7:30 pmCost: $12.00 + $5.00 supply fee

Backyard ChickensBefore you start your backyard flock, comelearn some tips on how to successfullymanage backyard chickens. We’ll discusscity ordinances, neighborhoodassociations, neighbors as well ashousing, predators, sanitation and raisingor obtaining laying hens.Instructor: Ginger Cole & Khalin ZadwickMonday April 206:00 – 7:30Cost: $12.00

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Photography 101Photography 101 is a beginning course inwhich students will be introduced to thebasic operation of their SLR type camera.The course explains photography basicssuch as aperture, shutter speed and ISO,as well as methods for taking creativecontrol of your photographs. Thiscourse is geared toward those with DSLRtype cameras with user-adjustableaperture, ISO and shutter speed.Instructor: Brent Hughes, Brent HughesPhotographyThursdays 6:00-7:30Feb. 26 - March 19 three classesCost: $28.00

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Ag 101" – Beginning Farmer/RancherJoin this experienced instructor as youcover topics: soils and soil fertility, soiltesting, pasture management, basiclivestock productions and pond manage-ment. This class will be held at the EllisCounty Texas A&M Agri Life ExtensionOffice at 701 S. I-35E, Suite 3 inWaxahachie.Instructor: Mark Arnold,County Extension Agent, Agriculture & Natural ResourcesTuesdays April 21 - May 12 four classes6:00- 8:00Cost: $22.00

Mosaics Stepping StoneIt’s time to spruce up your spring and sum-mer garden with colorful mosaic art! In thisfun class, you will complete your choice ofa 12" round or square concrete steppingstone. Students will become familiar withbasic mosaic vocabulary, tools and tech-niques used to create your own mosaic mas-terpiece. You may choose a simple templatedesign provided in class or bring an idea ofyour own. There will be a wide variety ofmaterials to choose from, as well as differ-ent grout colors. Project must dry for 24hours before grout can be applied – a groutkit will be sent home & a grout demonstra-tion will be shown during class.This class will be taught at 211 SouthCollege Street, Downtown Waxahachie.Instructor: Claire BecknerFriday, March 206:00-9:00Cost: $45.00 all materials and supplies pro-vided to complete a mosaic project

Chalk PaintThis course will teach you everything you needto know to take your old and dated furnitureand give it fresh new life. Through hands onteaching you will learn the process, techniquesand tricks for using a chalk distressing paint.Your supply fee will cover your paint and brushall you need to bring with you is a piece offurniture to paint.Instructor: Shane Henry, Crooked Creek FarmsMondays Feb. 23 – March 16three classes 6:00-8:00Cost: $36.00 + $10.00 supply fee pay toinstructor

Coffee House BasicsHave you ever been confused by the menus ata coffee house? This class will explain just whatthose drinks consist of and what one can askfor to customize a drink to make it especiallyyours. We will also explore the origins ofdifferent types of coffee and how differentbrewing methods affect how a coffee tastes.This is a perfect class for those who appreciatecoffee and want to learn more about the world’sfavorite beverage.Instructor: Alan Fox, HastingsHard Back Cafe ManagerThursdays Feb. 26 & March 56:30-8:00Cost: $18.00

Cake DecoratingSurprise family and friends with a personallydecorated cake for special occasions. Learnbasic cake baking and decorating skills, use ofdecorating equipment as well as making bordersand flowers. Students will be asked to bringbaked items each week, please bring 8" roundor 9’x 13’ cake first class.Instructor: Susan HowardMondays 6:30-8:00Feb. 23 -March 23 four classesCost: $30.00 + $10.00 supply fee pay toinstructor

Easter CookiesLet’s spring into the Easter season by learningto make iced butter cookies. Dressed in seasonshapes and colors. Students will learn basicdecorating tips and simple ideas that make abig statement. Everyone will take home 6 largebutter cookies and tools that were used inclass. Come join the fun!Instructor: Heidi PerkinsThursday March 266:00-8:00Cost: $14.00 + $15.00 supply fee pay toinstructor

Coleman Lantern TroubleshootingDoes your lantern need a little help? Justin time for spring and summer camping, thisclass will explain the basic parts of theColeman Fuel Lantern and how it operates.Also covered will be basic troubleshootingtechniques designed to get your lanternback in working condition. Some partssuch as globes, generators, pump leathers,mantels, etc. may be available for purchase.Please bring a lawn chair. Class will be heldat the Ron Appleton Agriscience Buildingat the Waxahachie Ninth Grade Academy.Instructor: Murrie WainscottMonday March 26:00-8:00Cost: $12.00

Introduction to Adobe IllustratorThis class is an introduction to AdobeIllustrator and its workspace andtools. Students will learn basicdrawing techniques. Students willlearn how to create new drawings;select objects; use common drawingtools such as Pencil, Paintbrush,Rectangle, and ellipse; apply fill andstroke color; group, position, andarrange objects. They will also learnhow to create new shapes by cuttingobjects; how to reshape and rotateobjects; how to work with multiple artboards in the same illustration; andhow to insert text in an illustration.Instructor: Jim ParkerMondays 6:00-7:30 five classesFeb. 23 – March 30Cost: $48.00

Beginning Stained GlassIntroduce yourself to a new form ofart. You will learn all the skillsnecessary to create your own stainedglass project, using the copper foilmethod. During the class you willlearn the techniques in scoring andcutting the glass, use of the glassgrinder and soldering your project.You will complete a small stainedglass project to take home. Lots ofideas will be discussed as to how thisart could be used as a craft and as abusiness. A choice of patterns will beprovided during the first class. Toolsare also provided for student’s use.Please bring a work board (ceiling tile12" x 12") and push pins.Instructor: Peggy DonathanThursdays Feb. 26 – March 26four classes 6:00-8:00Cost: $60.00 + $28.00 supply feepay to instructor first class

Adobe LightroomLearn how to edit and manage your digitalphotos with Adobe’s Lightroom. Lightroomprovides in-depth, professional photoediting tools and world class asset manage-ment in one easy to use program. Let usshow you how Lightroom can take yourphotography to the next level!Instructor: Brent Hughes, Brent HughesPhotographyThursdays 6:00-7:30April 9 – April 30 four classesCost: $38.00

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