Activity Coordinator

For more arts and crafts classes, see our “Crafts” or “Sewing, Quilting & Needlecrafts” sections.

Learn techniques for sketching, mixing colors, and applying acrylic paints to the canvas to achieve a variety of desired effects. The instructor works with students of all levels from beginner to advanced. A supply list of materials will be discussed at the first class. Skee Johnson, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7752	1/7-2/25	W	7-10 p.m.	Depot	24	$55
7754	3/11-4/29	W	7-10 p.m.	Depot	24	$55

Air Brush Painting

Airbrush is a medium used for painting and lettering designs on virtually any surface from cakes to motorcycles. Students do not need a background in drawing or painting for this class. Airbrush equipment is provided. Supply list given at the first class. Ricky Minor, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7755	1/7-2/25	W	7-10 p.m.	ACC,106	24	$60
7756	3/11-4/29	W	7-10 p.m.	ACC,106	24	$60

Bob Ross Painting

Anyone can learn the Bob Ross wet-on-wet technique. Students will paint mountains, waterfalls, evergreens, and so much more with our Certified Ross Instructor! This class is for the absolute beginner or those wanting to perfect their skills. Supply list (cost approximately $150) will be handed out at the first class. Kathy Anthony, instructor.

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7757	1/14-3/4	W	1-4 p.m.	BC	24	$55
7759	3/18-5/6	W	1-4 p.m.	BC	24	$55

Bob Ross workshop

Complete your painting in one class using the Bob Ross wet-on-wet technique with our Certified Ross Instructor! WOW your friends and family with your very own original oil painting! Experience is not required. Supplies included. Supply fee $20. Kathy Anthony, instructor. Pre-registration & Payment Required. Self Supporting class-All students pay the same fee.

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7760	1/31	Sa	9 a.m.-3 p.m.	BC	5	$30
7761	3/1	Su	1-6 p.m.	BC	5	$30
7762	5/9	Sa	9 a.m.-3 p.m.	BC	5	$30

Calligraphy

Learn to create beautiful handwritten projects with a unique flair. William Gattis, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7763	2/3-2/24	T	6:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	12	$43
7764	3/10-3/31	T	6:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	12	$43
7765	4/7-4/28	T	6:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	12	$43

Donna Dewberry One Stroke

Students start at the beginning and learn how to double load the brush to blend, shade and highlight all in one stroke! You’ll learn and perfect basic to advanced strokes to paint wildflowers, sunflowers, rosebuds and more with our One Stroke Certified Instructor! Supply list given first day of class. Kathy Anthony, instructor

Beginning

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7768	1/14-3/4	W	6-9 p.m.	BC	24	$55
7769	3/18-5/6	W	6-9 p.m.	BC	24	$55

Advanced

7770	1/12-3/9	M	1-4 p.m.	BC	24	$55
7773	1/12-3/9	M	6-9 p.m.	BC	24	$55
7771	3/23-5/11	M	1-4 p.m.	BC	24	$55
7775	3/23-5/11	M	6-9 p.m.	BC	24	$55

Drawing and Illustration

In this class you will learn basic drawing techniques and methods to achieve different effects. Whether you are a beginner or a more advanced student, you will benefit from this class. Milton Hall, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7779	1/20-3/10	T	6:30-9:30 p.m.	KSC	24	$55
7783	3/24-5/12	T	6:30-9:30 p.m.	KSC	24	$55

Mixed Media (Oil, Acrylic)

Take this class if you want to paint with a variety of media. Techniques with oils and acrylics will be introduced. Choose to concentrate in one medium or experiment with both.

Oil and Acrylic Painting –Rena Jones, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7787	1/5-3/2	M	5-8 p.m.	Pleas. Grove Rec.	24	$55
7790	1/6-2/24	T	9 a.m.-12 noon	Pleas. Grove Rec.	24	$55
8239	1/17-2/7	Sa	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	12	$35
8240	2/28-3/21	Sa	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	12	$35
7788	3/16-5/4	M	5-8 p.m	Pleas. Grove Rec.	24	$55
7791	3/10-4/28	T	9 a.m.-12 noon	Pleas. Grove Rec.	24	$55
8241	4/18-5/9	Sa	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	12	$35

Oil and Acrylic Painting–Evon Thomas, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7793	1/6-2/24	T	12 noon-3 p.m.	KSC	24	$55
7802	1/9-2/27	F	9 a.m.-12 noon	KSC	24	$55
7794	3/10-4/28	T	12 noon-3 p.m.	KSC	24	$55
7803	3/13-5/8	F	9 a.m.-12 noon	KSC	24	$55

Oil Painting

In these classes learn a variety of skills and techniques for working in oils. Two basic methods may be chosen: speed or traditional. Speed painting involves the use of large brushes, and often a painting can be completed in a single, three-hour class session. The traditional painting method emphasizes finer detail through the use of smaller brushes.

Oil–Yvonne McPherson, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7806	1/13-3/3	T	9 a.m.-12 noon	Snow Camp FD	24	$55
7808	3/10-4/28	T	9 a.m.-12 noon	Snow Camp FD	24	$55

Oil–Rose Wenkel, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7809	1/8-2/26	TH	10a.m.-1:00 p.m.	FH	24	$55
7810	3/5-4/30	TH	10a.m.-1:00 p.m.	FH	24	$55

Watercolor Painting

Learn techniques for sketching, mixing colors, and applying watercolor paints to the paper to achieve a variety of desired effects. The instructor works with students of all levels from beginner to advanced. A supply list of materials will be discussed at the first class.

Watercolor Painting–Kathy Gwinett, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7812	1/13-3/3	T	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	24	$55
7814	3/17-5/5	T	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	24	$55

Watercolor Painting–Carolyn Teague, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7815	1/13-3/3	T	1-4 p.m.	BC	24	$55
8242	2/7-2/14	Sa	9am – 1pm	BC	8	$25
7816	3/17-5/5	T	1-4 p.m.	BC	24	$55
8243	3/21-3/28	Sa	9am – 1pm	BC	8	$25
8245	4/18-4/25	Sa	9am – 1pm	BC	8	$25

Crafts 506-4306

For more arts and crafts classes, see our “Art & Drawing” or “Sewing, Quilting & Needlecrafts” sections.

Basketweaving/Chair Caning

Learn to make various baskets at your level and weave chair bottoms using various materials and methods. Sadie Hatley, instructor.

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7817	1/13-3/3	T	6:30-9:30 p.m.	Forest Hills	24	$55
7818	3/17-5/5	T	6:30-9:30 p.m.	Forest Hills	24	$55

NEW! Cards and Such

Students will learn techniques for making greeting cards, gifts and projects. Skills taught during this class will include heat embossing, adding dimension to cards and projects, making simple elegant gifts, and proper techniques for using punches. Students will make between 17-20 projects. Supply list given at first class. Students may purchase the supplies as a kit for $20 or may bring their own. Linda Fisher, instructor.

*ID#*		*Dates*	*Days*		*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
8317	1/14 – 2/11			W	10am-12noon	BC	10	$40
8320	1/14 – 2/11			W	6:30–8:30 pm	BC	10	$40
8318	2/25 – 3/25			W	10am-12noon	BC	10	$40
8321	2/25 – 3/25			W	6:30–8:30 pm	BC	10	$40
8319	4/15 – 5/13			W	10am-12noon	BC	10	$40
8322	4/15 – 5/13			W	6:30–8:30 pm	BC	10	$40

Floral Design

Students study the basics of line and design to make their own floral arrangements. Artificial and fresh flowers may be used in class. Blake Jones, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7819	1/20-3/10	T	6:30-9:30 p.m.	KSC	24	$55
7820	3/24-5/12	T	6:30-9:30 p.m.	KSC	24	$55

Jewelry, Beads And Silver

Learn the correct and safe way to string your beads, tie knots and twists of silver wire. You will also learn the correct methods to secure fasteners. Elisa DiGiambattista, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7821	1/13-2/10	T	2-4 p.m.	BC	10	$40
7828	1/13-2/10	T	6-8 p.m.	BC	10	$40
7826	2/24-3/24	T	2-4 p.m.	BC	10	$40
7829	2/24-3/24	T	6-8 p.m.	BC	10	$40
7827	4/7-5/5	T	2-4 p.m.	BC	10	$40
7830	4/7-5/5	T	6-8 p.m.	BC	10	$40

Pottery: Hand And Wheel Thrown

In this class learn to mold clay by hand and “throw” the clay on a pottery wheel. The clay objects are kiln fired, painted, or glazed using a variety of techniques, and then fired a final time. Students pay a supply fee of $25 at the first class or students may purchase their own supplies. Pre-registration and payment required. Kevin Helvey, instructor

Beginning

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7831	1/13-3/3	T	9am-12 noon	Elmira Rec.	24	$55
7833	1/13-3/3	T	7-10 p.m.	Elmira Rec.	24	$55
7835	1/15-3/5	TH	7-10 p.m.	Elmira Rec.	24	$55
7832	3/17-5/5	T	9am-12 noon	Elmira Rec.	24	$55
7834	3/17-5/5	T	7-10 p.m.	Elmira Rec.	24	$55
7836	3/19-5/14	TH	7-10 p.m.	Elmira Rec.	24	$55

Advanced

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7837	1/14-3/4	W	7-10 p.m.	Elmira Rec.	24	$55
7838	3/18-5/6	W	7-10 p.m.	Elmira Rec.	24	$55

NEW!!! Scrapbooking

Students will learn the basics of scrapbooking. This will include learning how to organize & categorize photos, “divide and conquer” bigger projects so they can be accomplished in small time frames, and learn the technique of journaling to tell their stories. Supply list will be given at first class. Ann Wooten, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*		*Days*	*Time*		*Location*			*Hours*	*Fee*
8323	1/15 – 2/19	TH			9 a.m.-12 noon		BC	18		$50
8325	1/20 – 2/24	T			6-9 pm		BC	18		$50
8324	3/5 – 4/16	TH			9 a.m.-12 noon		BC	18		$50
8326	3/10 – 4/14	T			6-9 pm		BC	18		$50

Stained Glass

This class is for beginners through advanced students and includes instruction on using patterns, cutting glass, grinding and foiling edges, and soldering pieces together. Based on individual skill level, students may create items from simple sun catchers to elaborate windows. This class requires special tools and equipment that may be purchased as a kit. Hettie Moore, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7839	1/6-2/24	T	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	24	$55
7841	1/6-2/24	T	6:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	24	$55
7843	1/8-2/26	TH	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	24	$55
7845	1/8-2/26	TH	6:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	24	$55
7840	3/10-4/28	T	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	24	$55
7842	3/10-4/28	T	6:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	24	$55
7844	3/12-5/7	TH	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	24	$55
7846	3/12-5/7	TH	6:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	24	$55

Stained Glass Stepping Stones

Students will learn how to lay out and design stepping stones using small pieces of stained glass or glass trinkets embedded in concrete. Based on individual skill level, students may create items from simple to elaborate designs. Hettie Moore, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
8246	1/17-1/31	Sa	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	9	$30
8247	2/14-2/28	Sa	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	9	$30
8248	3/14-3/28	Sa	9 a.m.-12 noon	BC	9	$30

Wood Crafts

Picture Framing

You will learn to figure mat sizes, set the mat cutter dimensions, and cut mats for framing. ACC will provide practice materials while you learn to cut miters and join frames to fit a matted picture. In advanced classes you will learn to make double mats and use other advanced techniques. Jerry Walker, instructor

Beginning

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7847	1/12-3/9	M	6:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	24	$55
7848	3/23-5/11	M	6:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	24	$55

Intermediate And Advanced

Will be scheduled as needed. Call 506-4306 to have your name added to the list.

Wood Art & Carving

In this class learn carving techniques and professional finishing touches used to create ducks or other figurines. Students may also choose to construct stringed instruments such as dulcimers or banjos. Larry Clark, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7849	1/12-3/9	M	6-9 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$55
7850	3/23-5/11	M	6-9 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$55

Wood Kaleidoscopes

Students will construct a traditional 3 mirror wooden kaleidoscope with an oil-filled object box and prismed exterior lens. Learn to fabricate a unique cone jig for turning the kaleidoscope barrel and end cylinder. These are not kit-assembled kaleidoscopes; each piece of wood is cut and put together by hand. Students pay a supply fee of $30 at the first class or students may purchase their own supplies. Prerequisite: Knowledge of turning spindles and hollowing. Class size limited to 10. Pre-registration is required. Jim Duxburry, instructor.

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7871	1/24-3/14	Sa	9 am-12noon	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65

Woodturning

Learn the basics of woodturning using a lathe and various hand tools as you create decorative and functional items. Jim and Bill Wallace, instructors

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7872	1/7-2/25	W	3-6 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65
7874	1/7-2/25	W	7-10 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65
7873	3/4- 4/22	W	3-6 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65
7875	3/4- 4/22	W	7-10 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65
7968	4/29-6/17	W	3-6 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65
7969	4/29-6/17	W	7-10 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65

Woodworking, Basic

In this class learn the safe operation of various power tools including table saws, drill presses, jointers, planers, band saws, and lathes. Work on projects of your own choice or on projects suggested by the instructors. G.H. Baldwin, instructor

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7880	1/26-3/16	M	2-5 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65
7884	1/8-2/26	TH	7-10 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65
7885	3/5-4/30	TH	7-10 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65
7883	3/23-5/11	M	2-5 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65
7970	5/7-6/25	TH	7-10 p.m.	Broad St. Ctr.	24	$65

Woodworking, Advanced

In this class you will learn advanced methods of woodworking and use these skills to make a grandfather clock or other advanced item. These are not kit-assembled pieces; each piece of wood is cut and put together by hand. Tom Davis, instructor.

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7886	1/12 – 3/3	MT	6-9 p.m.	Davis’s Shop	48	$85
7887	3/16 – 5/5	MT	6-9 p.m.	Davis’s Shop	48	$85

Basic Skills

NEW! - Call 506-4376 for information

Ø GED in the Community Correspondence Course—Complete lessons by mail.

Ø GED On-Line—Study for your GED on-line with ACC’s new instructional Internet GED program.

All Basic Skills courses are held at the Graham campus, at the Burlington Center, and/or at corporate and community sites throughout Alamance County. Prior to enrolling, the student is required to make an appointment with a literacy assessment specialist by calling 506-4376. No registration fee is charged for any of these programs.

Basic Skills programs provide basic educational opportunities for adults aged 16 years or older. Classes are held at various locations throughout Alamance County. Prior to enrolling, you need to make an appointment with a basic skills assessment specialist by calling 506-4376. There is no registration fee for any of these programs.

Adult Basic Education–Call 506-4376

This program is for those who need to improve basic reading, writing, and math skills through the eighth-grade level.

GED–Call 506-4376

This high school completion program is designed to prepare adults for the General Educational Development (GED) tests. Areas of study include writing and reading, social studies, science and math. The State Board of the N.C. Community College System awards students a GED diploma upon a satisfactory score on the GED tests.

GED and ESL Telecourses–Call 506-4376

Save gas! Learn English or study for your GED at home with new video correspondence courses through ACC.

Do you have access to the Internet? ACC is offering a new GED course on-line starting in January 2008! For more information please contact 506.4379.

Adult High School–Call 506-4376.

This program offers a high school diploma for an adult who did not graduate from the public school. The individual is required to pass the North Carolina Competency Test and complete 22 units of credit for completion. Credits may be earned by attending one of our two class sites. Classes are available during the day and evening. The diploma is issued by the Alamance-Burlington School System and Alamance Community College.

English as a Second Language–Call 506-4380 or 506-4407

This program is for those for whom English is not the primary language and who are interested in improving their English speaking, reading, and writing skills.

El primer paso es llamarnos a 506-4380 ó 506-4337 para una cita.

Compensatory Education–Call 506-4376

This program is for those with developmental disabilities who are interested in basic academic skills, independent and community living skills, and consumer education with a goal of employment and self-sufficiency.

Business and Industry Services

Call 506-4207 for more information.

ACC training professionals can help companies with their customized training needs, from production training and computer skills to management and supervisory skill development. For more information call 506-4207. (See back cover for course samples.)

Computers

See also the Online course listings and the Small Business Center listings for computerized accounting and QuickBooks instruction.

Access

Access is a full-featured relational database that is part of the Microsoft Office suite (professional edition). This beginner’s Access course is designed to acquaint you with setting up databases. You will learn to design a database so that information is entered only one time in one table but linked (related) to other information. For example, information about a customer can be entered only once and that information can be related to information about sales in another table. You should be very familiar with Windows and the other parts of the Office package before taking this class. Call 506-4311 for more information.

Levels I and II

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7772	1/12-2/16	MW	7:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	20	$58
7776	2/24-3/26	TTH	7:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	20	$58
7777	4/7-5/12	TTH	7:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	20	$58

Adobe Illustrator, Introduction: Level I

This course is an introduction to the Adobe Illustrator digital illustration soft-ware, the industry standard digital illustration program. It is a full-featured illustration program widely used in the creation of logos, informational graphics, illustrations and even graphs. Students will learn the core basics of Illustrator through the use of exercises, interactives, and demonstrations. Prior to taking this course students should be familiar with the basic skills associated with the use of computers, such as using a mouse and saving file folders on the desktop and/or disc. Limit 10 students. Please call 336-506-4219 to reserve your seat.

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
8055	1/20-2/19	TTH	6:30-8:30 p.m.	ACC	20	$58
8056	4/28-5/28	TTH	6:30-8:30 p.m.	ACC	20	$58

Adobe Illustrator, Introduction: Level II

This course is a continuation of Introduction to Adobe Illustrator I. Exercises, interactives, and demonstrations will focus on various features, tools and techniques common in the use of Adobe Illustrator. Students should have taken Level I or be an advanced user of Illustrator to be successful in this course Limit 10 students. Please call 336-506-4219 to reserve your seat.

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
8057	3/10-4/14	TTH	6:30-8:30 p.m.	ACC	20	$58

Basic Keyboarding & Computer Skills for Job Resources

This course offers a very basic introduction to the computer keyboard. Emphasis is on finger positioning and key repetition so that you may use a computer more efficiently when developing cover letters, resumes, etc. . For more information, Call 506-4149. Reference Human Resources Development (HRD) category for class schedule.

Basic Computer Use (Windows XP/Vista)

This beginner’s course is appropriate if you have some basic knowledge of operating a personal computer. In this course you will learn procedures common to all Windows programs. The instructor will teach file management; how to set up folders and subfolders; and how to move, copy and delete files. You will also learn to cut and paste, copy, move, drag and drop, and use the “save” and “save as” commands. You will learn how to go from portable storage devices such as CDs to the hard drive and vice versa and how to customize your Windows desktop. Call 506-4311 for more information.

Basic Computer Use: Vista

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7778	1/13-2/12	TTH	10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.	BC	20	$58
7780	1/13-2/12	TTH	7:30-9:30 p.m.	BC	20	$58
7781	2/23-3/25	MW	8-10 a.m.	BC	20	$58
7782	2/24-3/26	TTH	5:15-7:15 p.m.	BC	20	$58
7784	4/7-5/12	TTH	8-10 a.m.	BC	20	$58

Basic Computer Use: XP

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7785	1/31-3/21	SA	9-11:30 a.m.	BC	20	$58
7786	4/7-5/12	TTH	5:15-7:15 p.m.	BC	20	$58

Basic Computer Use (Part II) Vista

This is a companion course to the “Basic Computer Use” course if you want or need additional work in the Windows Vista operating system. In this course you will gain experience using some of the applications built into Windows, including Paint, WordPad, Media Player and Internet Explorer. Part II does not have to be taken after Part I. For more information, Call 506-4311.

*ID#*	*Dates*	*Days*	*Time*	*Location*	*Hours*	*Fee*
7789	1/13-2/12	TTH	8-10 a.m.	BC	20	$58
7792	4/6-5/6	MW	8-10 a.m.	BC	20	$58

Computer Skills and Internet Job Resources

If you’re unemployed (or meet low income guidelines), Alamance Community College has a FREE 40-hour computer course to assist you in learning the basics of how to use a computer and how to search for jobs on the Internet. A new class begins about every three weeks and is typically scheduled in the late afternoons four days per week. For more information, Call 506-4149. Reference Human Resources Development (HRD) category for class schedule.

NEW! Digital Imaging: Beyond the Basics

This class goes beyond digital Photography & Design basics, and is taught using Photoshop CS3 as the output media for digital imaging. Students will learn to use camera shutter speeds and aperature modes for depth of field, motion, lighting, and overall composition. A digital camera with shutter and aperature priorities or icon priorities is required.