WDCE Course Descriptions
CON - Continuing Education
CON178
Holiday Floral Workshop
Bring your friends and have some fun making a fresh pine wreath, a boxwood tree, and a fresh arrangement for your holiday table.
CON243
Fly-Tying: A Beginner's Course
This course is designed to provide participants with a basic working knowledge of fly-tying techniques to produce fishable flies. Topics include: an introduction to fly-tying tools and equipment, and their use; an introduction to fly-tying materials and their application to provide the basis for presentation of techniques to tie flies; and insight into fly design to enable the student to produce dry flies, wet flies, nymphs and streamers.
CON292
Introduction to Yoga - A Beginning Practice
Yoga is the union of the body, mind, and spirit. Appropriate for beginning and intermediate level students, practice sessions offer instruction on the basics of yoga: asanas (powerful stretching postures), pranayama (mastering energy), and meditation (divine stillness). Loose fitting clothing recommended and bring a blanket or mat to lie on.
CON370
Women in History-Her Place and Your Place
This course will briefly explore the role of women in history-the role of both illustrious and notorious women and their contributions to history. It will also examine roles in the past, present, and future.
CON371
Women in Photography
From its beginnings in 1839 to today, women have been a vital part of the history of photography.This course will explore incredible images made by women and how their work has changed photography forever.
CON372
The Red Dress Campaign: A Heart Healthy Lifestyle
Heart disease has always been perceived as a "man's disease" when, in fact, it is the number one killer of women in the United States. Learn the right nutritional steps to take in order to help prevent heart disease. This interactive class is designed specifically for women and is geared towards a busy lifestyle.
CON373
Feminine Pathways to Personal Empowerment
Join psychic and conscious channel Susan Smith as she explores how women's natural psychic and intuitive abilities can be developed and depended upon to guide and support women in the changing attitudes and demands of the 21st Century.
CON374
Personal Safety and Security
Participants will learn variuos methods to keep themselves, their family members, their friends, and co-workers aware of potential safety and security issues that arise in our communities and daily lives. These include traveling to use of the internet and general tips on everyday interaction with other people.
CON375
Narcotics in America
This course will explain why drugs are used and the type of habits and addictions prevalent in our community. Designed for business professionals, school teachers, law enforcement, and concerned parents, this course will open your eyes to many of the major narotics being shared, abused, or sold on our streets, businesses, and homes each day.
CON376
Stand Up: Overcoming Your Fear of Public Speaking
This course is designed to teach participants to become better public speakers.The course will identify the areas to improve upon and provide proven tips to better your communication abilities.Each participant will be challenged with variuos impromptu tasks to help them become more comfortable in front of other people.It will be challenging to some, but fun for all.
CON507
Stained Glass 2: Window Building or Lamp Building
Come and learn how to create your own stained-glass window. This course expands upon techniques learned in the introductory stained-glass course.
CON534
Introduction to Jewelry Making
Make your own jewelry! Learn basic wire techniques. Use tools to fabricate jewelry. Design and produce a sterling silver link bracelet with a toggle clasp and sterling silver and gemstone earrings. Tools and materials are provided.
CON538
Jewelry Design
Learn about tools of the jewelry trade and make your own clasps and hooks. Design a necklace and pendant, bracelet, and earrings using a "jig" and silver wire. Tools and materials are provided.
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Jewelry required or permission from the instructor.
CON568
Beginning Astronomy
This course is designed to introduce the participant to the wonders of the night sky in a casual, relaxed atmosphere.No knowledge of astronomy is assumed, and no telescope is needed.Topics will include solar system and deep sky observing, equipment, imaging, and research opportunities available to the amateur astronomer.
CON578
Introduction to Massage Therapy
In this introductory course to the healing arts, you will learn four kinds of massage in a primarily hands-on workshop. The methods that will be covered include Swedish massage, polarity therapy, reflexology, and shiatsu. Please wear a backless bathing suit under your clothes and bring a blanket and towel.
CON595
Introduction to Stained Glass
This course will introduce you to stained glass techniques using lead and copper foil. You will assemble three small samples using the lead and copper foil techniques. No supplies provided.
CON600
Beginning Hebrew
This course is designed for participants who are looking for a basic understanding of the Hebrew language. Learn to comprehend the Hebrew alphabet and develop basic conversational skills.
CON627
Conversational Spanish
Learn to speak and understand Spanish. This course features an emphasis on travel vocabulary to prepare you to communicate in everyday conversational situations in a Spanish-speaking environment.
CON629
Conversational Spanish II
This course has been designed specifically for those who have taken Conversational Spanish or speak some Spanish and wish to improve conversational skills. This course stresses conversational fluency in real-life situations.
Prerequisite(s): Spanish Levvel I or permission from instructor
CON640
Conversational Russian
The main goal of this course is to introduce you to the basic skills of speaking, reading, writing, and listening with attention to selected aspects of Russian culture. At the end of this course, you will be able to read and write short texts as well as communicate in Russian.
CON644
Do It Yourself - Professional Picture Framing
Learn how to frame your own artwork, pictures, and other memorabilia and also keys to choosing the right matting and frames. Mat cutting, image mounting, low budget and 100% conservation framing of everything from the simple family photo to your favorite painting, collection or sports jersey.
CON657
American Sign Language
This class is designed to educate the participant about people who are deaf, their culture, and sign language. We will encompass topics sucha as Deaf community, sign names, Act 57, and teach some basic signs. You will learn American sign language, the manual alphabet, numbers, questions, verbs, and expressions plus much more.
CON669
Weather & Climate of Northcentral Pennsylvania
Learn secrets and interesting facts about the climate and ever-changing weather of Northcentral Pennsylvania and surrounding states. The instructor is a trained meteorologist who has forecasted for all 50 states and Cananda.
CON670
Growing Native Plants to Attract Birds
If you have an interest in birds and/or the value of native plants, this course is for you! Learn about a variety of shrubs, trees, and flowers native to Pennsylvania and especially attractive to birds. This course will focus on fast-growing native plants that need little maintenance, many of which are relatively inexpensive to purchase.
CON671
Introduction to Tarot Cards
Learn how to get started with Tarot by choosing a Tarot deck, learning the meaning of the symbols on the cards, and how to do different card spreads to "read" the cards. A Tarot deck will be required after the first class.
CON677
Tarot Cards Level II
This intermediate class will explore the hidden meaning in the cards more deeply with particular emphasis on the Major Arcana. More card spreads will be introduced, and participants will learn the intricacies of giving readings. Participants must bring a Tarot deck and have a working familiarity with the Tarot.
CON678
Holiday Gifts from Your Kitchen
Have an old-fashioned holiday and delight your family and friends with wonderful, inexpensive gifts from your kitchen. This year make gifts in the comfort of your own kitchen, on your own time, and save money while surprising everyone on your list with edible pleasures.
CON682
Basic Scrapbooking Methods
This class will teach the basics of this fast-growing hobby including taking the best photos for scrapbooking, using the tools of the trade, designing creative layouts, journaling, lettering, and much more. The instructor will provide a materials list for the class. Bring a friend and enjoy the morning!
CON686
Super Shopping: Let the Saving Begin!
Every household spends thousands of dollars each year on food and necessaties. Do you ever come home from shopping and wonder where you've spent your money? Learn how to use coupons and store incentive programs to save money on everyday purchases. Spot the bargains and save hundreds of dollars every month!
CON687
Weaving Market Basket
Participants will learn the basics of basket weaving and will weave their own market basket. The finished basket will be eight inches square with an un-notched U-shape handle. Enjoy displaying the basket at your own home or give it as a gift!
CON688
Weaving a Wine Basket
Participants will receive an overview of basket weaving and will weave their own wine bottle basket. The end result will be a perfect decoration in your own home, a wine carrier to gatherings, or a perfect gift to your favorite wine-loving friend. The basket will hold two bottles of wine.
CON689
Home Energy Upgrades
High heating bills and electrical costs are becoming the norm. This workshop will introduce participants to a systems approach for achieving comfort and energy efficiency in their homes. Learn to understand about heat loss and heat gain and become aware of various options to improve energy efficiency for space conditioning and electrical use.
CON690
The Green Building Process in Residential and Light Commercial Construction
The basis of Green construction focuses three issues - energy efficiency, conservation of natural resources, and indoor air quality. Learn how to plan your next home or remodeling project using a holistic approach to lot development, utility and HVAC planning, and materials selection that can positively affect all three components of Green building.
CON692
Learning Photographic Composition
Are you stuck taking the same old pictures and need new ideas, techniques, and inspiration? Ever wonder what rules make the difference between ordinary pictures and prize winning pictures? This course will cover all these areas with slide examples and explanations. Learn how to critique your own photos.
CON693
Sketchbook Drawing for Children
Join this new professional studio experience for young artists. Learn the basics of drawing through exercises that focus on still life, portrait, and wildlife subjects. A variety of materials will be used such as pencil, ink, charcoal, and pastels to produce several finished projects.
CON694
Sketchbook Drawing
Sketching what you see is a vital tool for becoming a better artist. Sketch people, animals, objects, and places while experimenting with various techniques for pencil, charcoal, markers, and pastels. Class will be held outdoors weather permitting. For teens and adults. Sketchpad is included.
CON697
Clothing Alterations
Come to this informative class to learn the basics of hemming slacks, dresses, and sleeves. Learn to adjust waist bands, jackets, and dresses to fit. Save time and money altering your own clothing. Previous sewing experience would be helpful, but it is not necessary. Bring your own sewing machine and clothing that needs to be altered.
CON698
Polymer Clay - Beads & Things
Fashion your own polymer clay beads to use in your craft projects and jewelry design. Stretch your imagination to create an exciting selection of components that you can proudly say that you made yourself! Participants will take home their creations and leftover clay to continue making beads at home.Materials are supplied.
CON760
Great American Novel
Do you have a great novel just begging to be written but you don't have the time to sit down to write? Do you need help figuring out how to structure your writing? This course is designed for beginning to intermediate fiction writers who want to learn the tricks of the novelist's trade.
CON765
Coming to America: Literature of Exploration and Settlement
This course will introduce students to important texts dealing with exploration and settlement of the New World during America's colonial and early national history. Students will read accounts by John Smith, William Bradford, Lewis & Clark, and others and learn about each account's purpose and audience.
CON766
Gothic American Literature
This class surveys the Gothic tradition in American literature and introduces participants to important writings by Irving, Hawthorne, Poe, and others. The texts ground participants in several of Gothic literature's principal themes: its judicious deployment of terror and horror, its flirtation with supernatural phenomena, and its keen interest in questions of moral ambiguity.
CON767
How to Heal a Haunted House
Join psychic and conscious channel Susan Smith as she discusses and defines what "haunted" really means. Susan will demonstrate various methods for cleaning up the energy in homes that creak in unusual ways and seem to be visited by unusual beings. Susan will also answer your questions and work to explain any issues you may have with your "haunted" house.
CON768
Memory Books
This class is designed for families to create a book together based on a shared memory. The book is comprised of both art and text. The parent(s) would create one half of the book while the child would create the other half. The family then completes the book by uniting the halves and watching stories unfold.
CON769
Sculpture for Children
Learn the building blocks of sculpture and the various stages from design and material choice to creation. The class also incorporates the idea of subject and theme in art helping children understand the art they see around them. Materials span from traditional sculpting supplies to found objects and recycled art.
CON772
Introduction to Folk Harp
This class is designed for anyone interested in learning to play the folk harp. Learn the basics of placement, hand position, and technique. Each week will include exercises to improve tone quality and agility. Explore and learn simple, familiar tunes each week with the emphasis on playing.
CON773
Spanish for Fun and Conversation
Have fun learning to speak Spanish so you can travel with confidence. This beginner's course will prepare you to communicate using everyday conversation in a Spanish-speaking country.
CON774
Writing From Memory: Creating Your Memoir
Think of the legacy you can leave behind for your children and grandchildren, and the great fun you can have doing it - telling your story. Bring family pictures and lots of memories and learn how to select the special times that you want to preserve. This course will get your started, and you won't want to stop. Bring a journal or notebook.
CON775
Basic Digital Photography for Seniors and Beginners
Don't wait to take another photo - not even an hour! Shoot and print beautiful photos in minutes with your own digital camera, computer, and printer. Attend this class and learn about purchasing a camera, transferring images to a computer, scanning photos, and adjusting pictures. Also, begin to send and receive photos via e-mail.
CON776
Memories, Meanings & Memoirs: Narrative Life Writing
Life stories present the connections between past, present, and future. This course provides the opportunities to explore, write, and share your own stories.
CON777
Training Your Mind
This course will challenge each participant to various memory games to include matching, trivia, concept maps, story telling, and more.You will enjoy training your mind while learning to become more observant in everyday life and, therefore, become a better witness, land a better job, or impress your friends with your wit.
CON778
Art in the Attic: Pennsylvainia's Regional Art
The Artists of Pennsylvania have always been an important part of the artistic voice of America.We will examine Regional, Real(ism), and Primitive American art genres and will cap our experience with a trip to the Thomas T. Taber Museum in Williamsport.
CON779
How to Eat Well: A Basic Nutrition Class
Everyone thinks they have great eating habits until they step on the scale and discover the truth! This course helps you get back to the bascis of nutrition. Discover where you stand nutritionally, what calories look like, dispel myths about eating out, and the facts and fables currently on the market.
CON780
Introduction to Sculpture
This class is designed for anyone wanting to learn about sculpture while getting their hands dirty.It covers basic sculpting techniques and processes using materials such as plaster, clay, and wire. Participants also have the opportunity to research artists and engage in group discussions.
Prerequisite(s): None
CON781
Writing Theatre Reviews
Learn to write a review for a live theatre production. Participants will attend two local productions (a play and a musical) and write reviews for discussion. The class will choose the best review for submission to the local newspaper.
CON782
Modern Art Styles
This course is for anyone who wishes to learn different techniques and styles from the "Modern Art" movement.This course will introduce "Abstract Cubism" to create a painting of geometric shapes, forms, and colors.Then explore "Abstract Expressionism" to create a splash/drip color painting followed by a search into "Pop Art" and a layered objects assignment and concluding by creating a "Found Object" project to stir up your creativity.
CON916
Astrology for Beginners
Natal Astrology is a language of self-understanding. Learn about the four building blocks of astrology (planets, signs, houses, and aspects) and birth charts. In this class, we will delve into our individual birth charts as a road map to self-awareness and understanding of others.
CON918
ServSafe Review
This course is for anyone who needs to review prior to the ServSafe certification examination.
CON919
Advanced Methods for Drawing Techniques
This course is for beginner to intermediate amateur artists who wish to learn different techniques in drawing mediums.This course will study different pens and ink drawing techniques and explore how to use pastel pencil techniques. We'll be introducing the correct way to blend colors using crayons and the art of "Pointillism" using markers.
CON920
Signs & Symbols in Art: Breaking the Code
Do you know the origins of the signs and symbols found in Western Art? In this course, we will examine devils, saints, myths, and symbols as they were developed or borrowed for use in paintings and drawings- starting at 30,000BC!
CON921
Traditional Japanese Stab-Bound bookmaking Workshop
Learn to make traditional stab-bound books! The text pages are made of thin rice paper; each sheet is printed on one side, and it's folded in half at the fore edge to give strength to the page and to keep the ink from soaking through. Front and back covers are attached to the text by decorative stitching at the spine.
CON922
Hard Cover Sketchbook/Journal Making Workshop
Learn how to make a simple codex style sketchbook.The pages or signatures are sewn together at the spine and protected by a hardcover on the front, spine, and back. Each participant will take home his/her own hand-made, fully bound and covered sketchbook to use for writing, drawing, painting, or collage work.
CON923
Advanced Techniques for Acrylic Painting
This course is for amateur to intermediate painters, who wish to improve and learn different techniques for acrylic painting. This course will explore color theory, color mixing, and paint blending to create the first painting. Participants will first learn "Impasto" (meaning painting with thick texture), impressionist styles will be the second project,"Knife" painting will be the third project, and "Hardedge" painting will be the final project.
CON924
Sketchbook for Children Part 2
This course takes the popular Sketchbook for Children course to the next level! Draw what you see, including people and objects with an introduction to working from stories, memory, and abstraction. Experiment with more techniques in ink, watercolor, and mixed mediums. Class may be held outdoors, weather permitting. Prerequisite: a sketchbook and the Sketchbook for Children course.
Prerequisite(s): A sketchbook and the Sketchbook for Children course.
CON925
Installation Art for Young Adults (12 and over)
Discover the endless possibilities of installation art! We will look at the history of installation art and its artists while working on several projects. The first half of the course will focus on concept, design, and collaboration while the second half will focus on creating a self-designed installation.
CON926
Introduction to Installation Art
Come explore, design, and create art without boundaries! In this course we will take a look at the history of installation art and its artists as we work on concept, design, and the art-making process. The second half of the course will focus on creating a self-designed installation.
CON927
Acrylic Painting for Kids
Join this new professional studio experience for young artists. Learn the basics of acrylic painting through excerises that focus on still life, portrait, and/or wildlife subjects. Use a variety of techniques including color mixing, brush strokes, shape, and surface to produce several finished paintings. Appropriate for children ages 8-11.