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Computers
Cooking & Baking
Crafts & Hobbies
Kids' College
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SAT Prep for High School Students
Learning to Use Computers
If you want to learn the basics of using a computer, this is the
class for you. Learn as you walk through all the simple commands that
will give you the knowledge needed for daily use of a computer. Live
practice with computers is part of the learning. Class materials with
simple instructions will be handed out.
Surfing the Net
The Internet has many uses that help find information that you need
at work, home and for leisure. Learn about the many options
available, many of them free, that will help you become more confident
when using the Internet.
Step by Step MS Word
This entry-level course will teach you how to use Microsoft Word
step by step. Designed for beginners this course will cover how to
enter, select, insert, delete, move, copy and paste text as well as
how to undo/redo typing and use spell check. Other topics include
formatting text techniques such as bold, italic, font style and size,
saving and opening a document, page setup and creating an envelope or
label. You will also learn how to use the help feature. Prerequisite:
ability to use a mouse, basic keyboard skills would be helpful as word
processing involves typing.
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Baking and Cake Decorating
If you love to bake, this course is for you. You will learn under
the watchful eye of an expert chef how to bake breads, cakes, and
pastries that will delight your family and friends. Your creative
juices will flow into the design and creation of personalized,
"professional" decorations. This is a hands-on course, taught by a
culinary professional in a state-of-the-art baking facility. Limited
to 10. (A $36 materials fee is payable by check or money order to
Davies on the first night of class.)
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Belly Dancing
Discover the exhilarating art of belly dancing. Use
muscles never used before as you learn the ancient dance in
conjunction with varied music from the Middle East. It’s a sinuous,
elegant way to gain muscle control and tone the "bod" while having
fun.
Dance Latin Salsa, Mambo, and Merengue
If you’ve dreamed of dancing to some Latin rhythms,
it’s time to take the first step. Join the class and master the
fundamentals of the MERENGUE, MAMBO, AND ... SALSA! Learn to move to
the popular Latin music of Ricky Martin, Tito Puente, Ray Ruiz, and
Mark Anthony. Truly a fun class! Couples and singles of all ages are
welcome.
Dance Swing (Jitterbug) and Slo Dancing
Learn how to move with your partner to the music of
today’s social scene — weddings, parties, nightclubs, cruises, and
dance clubs. Men learn to lead, ladies to follow stylish patterns to
your favorite swing, Pop, and R&B bands. Couples and singles of all
ages are welcome.
Intro to Crocheting
Join this introductory class to learn the basics of crocheting
and why more than 24 million people say they love crafting with
yarn. Reduce your stress, add a sense of balance to a hectic
lifestyle, and learn how to express yourself in this cost-effective,
enjoyable way. In this class, you will learn from a veteran
practitioner of 30 years how to create foundation chains and basic
stitches, including single, double, and half-double crochet. You’ll
learn basic pattern reading and how to produce a piece of work to
call your very own. But most importantly, you’ll learn a skill that
you can use anywhere, anytime. Be careful ... you might just get
hooked! (All materials are provided by the instructor and is
included in the $20 materials fee, which is payable to the
instructor the first night of class.)
Sewing for Beginners
Learn basic sewing techniques to make clothing and
other things for yourself or your home. The basics of sewing skills
are taught, from buying the fabric, cutting the fabric, following a
pattern, stitching, finishing techniques and much more. It will give
you great pleasure to complete a project for yourself or a loved one
and you’ll save lots of money, too! Bring your own machine to the
first class. Materials not included.
Sewing: Advanced Course
This course is especially designed for completers
of the above sewing course or anyone who wants to further develop
their sewing skills. Learners will work independently to continue a
project, create a new product, or futher develop their basic sewing
skills under the watchful eye of our experienced instructor. Basic
sewing skills are required for this course. Bring your own machine to
the first class. Materials not included.
Woodworking I
You’ll learn about the basics of woodworking
and how to operate machinery such as bench and radial arm saws,
routers, shapers and planers. And we’ll cover home repair skills -
projects you can do yourself - in this basic woodworking course. A
$10 materials fee (check or money order) is due the first night of
class made payable to Davies.
Woodworking II
After gaining your initial experience with
basic tools and materials in Basic Woodworking I, you can move to
this class which stresses advanced use of tools and materials in a
project-oriented curriculum. Your instructor will teach and coach
you through a step-by-step process to reach your personal goals,
and you will learn more home repair secrets. Materials not
included.
Woodworking: Advanced Course
This course is designed for completers of Woodworking I and II
and anyone who wants to further develop their woodworking skills.
Under the guidance of a certified instructor, you will learn
advanced skills in constructing small projects or continue to work
on unfinished projects in class or at home. Enjoy a hands-on
experience in a comfortable, relaxed adult environment. Basic
woodworking skills are required for this course. Materials not
included.
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SAT Prep for High School Students
Getting ready for college includes getting prepared for
the SAT. Being familiar with the types of test
questions will boost your scores and the chances of being accepted at the
college of your choice. We’ll cover the content areas of the New SAT, and
you’ll practice test-taking techniques. Find out what your weak subject
areas are now, then study for the real thing.
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