Digital SLR Essentials
Steve Fredrick, instructor
This class is for anyone who would like to learn how to take better pictures with their digital SLR camera. It covers photography essentials like composition and light as well as digital imaging topics. Important note: This class is for Digital SLR camera users only. These are the type of digital cameras that have removable lenses. Optional field trip TBA.
CR400 Peirce M.S......................... 6 sessions
Thurs, 7 to 9 pm, 3/18 - 5/6........................... $120 WAIT LIST ONLY
No class: 4/1, 4/22
CR400A Fugett M.S......................... 6 sessions
Mon, 7 to 9 pm, 3/15 - 4/29 ........................... $120 NEW CLASS -- JUST ADDED!
No class: 3/29
Close-Up Nature Photography
Steve Fredrick, instructor
This course focuses on close-up and macro photography in nature and is intended for anyone who wants to capture the intricacies of the world around us. For users of both film and digital SLR cameras that allow manual exposure settings or exposure compensation. Your camera should support interchangeable lenses; macro lens not required, but helpful. A textbook is required, and will be discussed at the first class. Weather permitting, an optional field trip on 4/24 will be dedicated to close-up photography of spring wildflowers.
CR406 Great Valley M.S. ............. 6 sessions
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 3/16 - 4/27.......................... $120
No class: 3/30
Studio and Natural Light Portraits
Michael Hagan, instructor
This class is for the intermediate photographer and will focus on taking studio and natural light portraits. A digital SLR camera with flash hot shoe is required, along with a basic understanding of the camera functions. External flash would be helpful. Discussion will include light styles, types of lights, accessories, solo and group portraits. Other topics include lens selection, outdoor portraits, and using Photoshop to improve your images. Studio lights, backgrounds, models will be provided.
CR408 Fugett M.S........................ 8 sessions
Mon, 6:30 to 9 pm, 3/15 - 5/10...................... $180
No class: 3/29
Take Your Photography Beyond Point and Shoot
Michael Hagan, instructor
For the intermediate digital SLR photographer who wants to take better images. Topics will include composition, lighting, camera settings and modes, plus lens selection, external flash and other photographic equipment to help improve your image taking. Also includes demos of photo editing using Photoshop CS3 and Lightroom. Field trips on 3/28 and 4/11.
CR409 Fugett M.S. ...................... 6 sessions
Wed, 6:30 to 9 pm, 3/17 - 4/14...................... $135
No class: 3/31
Location Portrait Photography
Gregory Cazillo, instructor
This class will teach posing of individuals and groups for better photographs at family gatherings or weddings ... including photos with the family pet! A strong emphasis is placed on judging the available light and when to use your on-camera flash. We will visit a couple of local scenic locations to learn more about how to take great portraits. Posting of digital photographs online or printing 8x10 prints for each week will be required. For beginners and up; bring camera to class. Class times/dates may change due to weather or availability of light.
CR411 Peirce M.S. ....................... 4 sessions
Tues, 6 to 7:30 pm, 3/16 - 4/6 ........................ $60
Off Camera Flash Photography
Gregory Cazillo, instructor
Learning about your off camera flash and how to use it can dramatically improve your photographs. You will learn the keys to using your external flash off of your camera, how to diffuse it, and how to see the light. This class is an extension of the portrait photography class and is for intermediate students. We will visit a couple of local scenic locations to learn more about how to take great portraits. Prerequisite: SLR camera (digital or film) with off camera flash and cable to fire it. Posting of digital photographs online or printing 4x6 prints required each week. Class times/dates may change due to weather or availability of light.
CR412 Peirce M.S. ....................... 3 sessions
Tues, 6 to 7:30 pm, 4/13 - 4/27 ....................... $45
Scrapbooking on a Budget
Robin Hurd-Graham, instructor
Do you have boxes of photographs and memorabilia just waiting to be preserved in a great-looking scrapbook? Then this class is for you! We’ll go from basics to embellishments and where to find cool bargains. Time is allotted to work on your scrap project each week. Supply list will be sent with confirmation.
CR415 Peirce M.S. ...................... 4 sessions
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 4/6-4/27 .............................. $60
High Dynamic Range Photography
Robert Lott, instructor
HDR is a set of techniques that allows a greater dynamic range of luminance between light and dark areas of a scene. We’ll discuss how HDR photography can be used to expand your photographic skills and will have a Saturday outing to practice skills learned. The final class will provide a class critique of student images from the class outing. Students should have a camera that allows setting of shutter speed. Although not a requirement, being able to capture images in raw format is preferable. Required text: The Complete Guide to High Dynamic Range Digital Photography by Ferrell McCollough (approx. $17).
CR413 Peirce M.S. ....................... 6 sessions
Thurs, 7 to 9 pm, 3/18 - 4/29....................... $120
No class: 4/1, 4/22 plus Sat. field trip tbd
Deltiology: Collecting and Exhibiting Postcards
William R. Schultz, Local Author
Come explore the fastest growing hobby in the U. S. today. Postcards/materials from West Chester and Chester County will be discussed. Topics will include: how to start, do’s and don’ts, valuations, shows and exhibiting. Compete for a cash prize on a fun postcard quiz!
CR416 Peirce M.S........................... 1 session
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 3/23..................................... $20
Wonders of Philately (Stamp Collecting!)
William R. Schultz, Local Author
Did you know that one of the world’s most valuable stamps is located nearby? Find out why this is the world’s largest collecting hobby and learn how to be part of it! We’ll cover what is good for you to collect, exhibiting your collection, postal history, investment potential, e-bay and how to bid in stamp auctions, and more. A fun philatelic cash-prize quiz will be one of the highlights!
CR417 Peirce M.S......................... 3 sessions
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 4/6 - 4/20 ............................ $60
Calligraphy
Jeff Dippel, instructor
Delight your friends and family with beautiful hand-lettered correspondence as you learn to write in this formal lettering style used for traditional wedding invitations, stationery, envelopes, cards and poetry. Supply list (cost approx. $10) will be provided the first night.
CR418 Fugett M.S........................ 8 sessions
Mon, 6 to 7:30 pm, 3/15-5/10......................... $90
Floral Arrangements - Designing with Nature
Ami Trost, instructor
Learn to create unique and beautiful floral arrangements with materials found in your own backyard! Nature’s offerings will be the backbone of a lovely natural style Spring design. Bring a pair of stem cutters. Supply cost ($30) due to instructor at class.
CR421 Fugett M.S.......................... 1 session
Wed, 6 to 8 pm, 3/24.................................... $20
Ikebana, Japanese Flower Arranging
Midori Tanimune, instructor
This class will open your eyes to a unique, ancient, and international style of flower arranging and floral art: Ikebana. Ikebana values discipline, a concept of peace, knowledge of rules and style, and an idealized approach to nature. Using fresh flowers, greenery and branches, you will create a graceful, elegant arrangement. Bring a pie plate or shallow container and scissors. Materials fee ($35) due to instructor first night.
CR424 Patton M.S....................... 4 sessions
Tues, 6:30 to 8:30 pm.................................... $80
Class will meet 3/16, 3/23, 4/13, and 4/27
Beginner Beaded Jewelry
Gina Beauvais, Silver Wings Studio
Do you want to make your own beaded jewelry, but don’t know where to begin? Make your own bracelet out of various beads and beading wire. Learn about all kinds of beads, sterling silver clasps, jewelry tools and findings. No experience necessary, but feel free to bring your previous creations to critique and discuss. Get one-on-one attention with an experienced teacher and working artist. Everyone leaves with one or more hand-made bracelets. Material fee (payable to instructor) ranges from $20-40 depending on bead choice.
CR429 Silver Wings, Eagle ............ 1 session
Tues, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 3/16........................... $25
CR429A Silver Wings, Eagle ............. 1 session
Tues, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 4/20.......................... $25
Handmade Rings
Gina Beauvais, Silver Wings Studio
Use sterling wire and beads to wrap into beautiful rings. Learn to size a ring and to use a ring mandrel. You can wrap dime-sized buttons or coins if you bring your own. Make 3 or more rings in class. Hand tools will be available to borrow. Beginners welcome, but experience with pliers a must. Material fee (payable to instructor) ranges from $15 - $35 depending on bead choice.
CR433 Silver Wings, Eagle ............. 1 session
Tues, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 4/27........................... $25
CR433A Silver Wings, Eagle ................ 1 session
Tues, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 5/18 ........................... $25
All About Earrings
Gina Beauvais, Silver Wings Studio
Have fun making your own earrings. Learn a simple looping technique using sterling head pins, wire cutters, and looping pliers. Examine the difference between kidney hooks, posts, and French hooks. Make at least 3 pairs of earrings. Material fee (payable to instructor) ranges from $12-35 depending on bead choice.
CR436 Silver Wings, Eagle ............ 1 session
Tues, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 3/23............................ $25
CR436A Silver Wings, Eagle ............. 1 session
Thurs, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 4/1............................ $25
Everyday Sterling Earrings
Gina Beauvais, Silver Wings Studio
Learn to make a petite, simple pair of earrings, while focusing on your wire skills. We will hand-craft, form, and hammer earrings from sterling silver wire and a few beads. Super lightweight, you can’t even tell you are wearing them, but you will wear them every day. Some experience with making earrings a plus, but not required. You will practice with copper wire first, then finish one pair sterling earrings in class. Kit for one pair of earrings is $10 (payable to instructor night of class); practice materials and tools are free.
CR439 Silver Wings, Eagle............. 1 session
Thurs, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 3/25......................... $25
CR439A Silver Wings, Eagle ............. 1 session
Thurs, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 4/8 ........................... $25
Wire Wrap Cabochon, Intermediate
Gina Beauvais, Silver Wings Studio
Take your wire wrapping skills further! We will be wire wrapping a cabochon (a flat-bottomed, domed gemstone) in sterling wire to create a pendant. Hand tools will be available to borrow. Wire and cabochons sold during class, estimated at $15-$30. Large coins and cameos can be wrapped if you bring your own. You must have taken an earrings class or have previous wire wrapping experience. Class is designed for advanced students.
CR440 Silver Wings, Eagle ............. 1 session
Tues, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 5/11............................ $25
Earrings Intermediate
Gina Beauvais, Silver Wings Studio
Learn noose wire wrapping to make earrings by using sterling wire and learn how to link beads together, wire drop beads, and link to chain. You must know how to make simple loops for earrings or take the beginner class first. Material fee (payable to instructor) ranges from $12-35 depending on bead choice.
CR441 Silver Wings, Eagle............. 1 session
Tues, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 5/4 ............................ $25
Popular Jewelry Catalog Knock-offs
Gina Beauvais, Silver Wings Studio
Study many popular jewelry catalogs , then make your own necklace or bracelet for a fraction of the price. Don’t pay shipping/handling and make your necklace/bracelet fit you just right. Beginner and advanced students all love this class! Learn to choose beads, string, size and crimp. Material fee (payable to instructor) ranges from $22-$55 depending on bead choice. You will make one necklace or two bracelets.
CR443 Silver Wings, Eagle ............ 1 session
Tues, 10 am to 12 noon, 4/6.......................... $25
CR443A Silver Wings, Eagle............. 1 session
Thurs, 10 am to 12 noon, 4/22 ...................... $25
Hand-Stamped Pendants - Intermediate
Gina Beauvais, Silver Wings Studio
Make a personalized pendant out of sterling discs. The pendant charms are hand stamped using individual letter stamping tools. There are so many possibilities! Make a necklace with your kids names for you or grandma. Add a birthstone dangle and you have a beautiful, unique necklace. We will practice in class using scrap materials first, then make a few pendants. Some experience with jewelry making is recommended. The costs ranges from $10-$35 (payable to instructor during class).
CR448 Silver Wings, Eagle ............. 1 session
Thurs, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 3/18.......................... $25
CR448A Silver Wings, Eagle ............. 1 session
Sat, 10 am to 12 noon, 4/17.......................... $25
Woodworking Beg/Inter - Wall Cabinet
Neil Linkmeyer, instructor
Construct a wall cabinet using a variety of hand and power tools in a fully-outfitted cabinet shop. Proper and safe use of all equipment will be taught. Intermediate students may have time to build additional projects. All tools, materials and safety equipment will be supplied. Note: A $35 supply fee is payable to instructor at first class.
CR455 Unionville H.S.................. 8 sessions
Tues, 6 to 8 pm, 3/16 - 5/11......................... $160 WAIT LIST ONLY
No class: 3/30
Intro to Family Woodworking
Michael Dumas, instructor
Have fun with your child while introducing him/her to a great hobby! No experience required. Student must be 6th grade or older. You’ll both get a thorough introduction to woodworking as we make various projects that we decide on as a class. We’ll cover basic woodworking techniques, tools, and materials including wood, templates, hammers, rulers, wood glue, nails, mallets, scroll saw, hand tools, drill press, power sanders, shellac, and sand paper. Safety is emphasized as we all have fun working and learning together.
CR456 Peirce M.S Woodshop ...... 3 sessions
Tues, 6 to 8 pm, 3/16 - 4/6.......... $120 per couple
No class: 3/30
It’s Not Sew Hard - Beginner Part 1
Grace Threadgill, instructor
This beginner class is for those who haven’t sewn at all or need a refresher after a long time away from sewing. All students will pick their own project during the second class which will be held at JoAnn Fabrics. You need to bring your sewing machine to the first class as we will go over the basics of using it. Classes will include reading a pattern, layout and cutting, basic sewing skills and terms, etc. A list of supplies will be given out at the first class.
CR462 Henderson H.S................ . 8 sessions
Tues, 6:30 to 9 pm, 3/16 - 5/11..................... $150 WAIT LIST ONLY
No class: 3/30
It’s Not Sew Hard – Beginner Part 2
Eileen Hogan, instructor
This course is a continuation of the Beginner 1 class in the fall. Participants need to know their basic skills with the sewing machine plus laying out and cutting a pattern. Beginner Part 2 will include learning to make darts, button holes, adding zippers, and inserting sleeves, etc. Bring your sewing machine to the first class, a pattern that you would like to make and the material. Also, your paper pattern should be cut and ready to lay out if possible.
CR463 Peirce M.S. ...................... 6 sessions
Thurs, 6:45 to 9 pm, 3/18 - 5/6...................... $115
No class: 4/1, 4/22
Crochet, Beginning
Heidi Novino, instructor
Once you learn the basic crochet stitches and how to combine them, you can make almost any project. You’ll also learn to read and follow printed directions. Bring a 3 1/2 or 4 oz. skein of worsted weight yarn (not black or white), a size “I”,“J,” or “K” plastic or aluminum hook and scissors to class.
CR472 Peirce M.S........................ 4 sessions
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 3/16 - 4/13 ............................ $80
No class: 3/30
Knitting, Beginning
Linda Elmer, instructor
Learn the basics in the art of knitting. Includes casting on, knitting, purling, binding off, finishing, and correcting mistakes. Supply list will be given on the first night.
CR473 Peirce M.S......................... 5 sessions
Thurs, 7 to 9 pm, 3/18 - 4/29 .......................... $90 WAIT LIST ONLY
No class: 4/1, 4/22
FCC Amateur Radio License Preparation
Dominick Marrone, instructor
This course prepares students to take and pass the entry-level FCC Amateur Radio Technician License Exam. Instruction includes all required theory of electronics, radio communication, and FCC Regulations. Free course materials include practice exams and study aids. Required text is the “Ham Radio Technician License Manual” (available from instuctor for $25 at first class). Note: You do not need to own or purchase amateur radio transceiver or shortwave radio equipment in order to participate.
CR480 Fugett M.S....................... 8 sessions
Mon, 7 to 9 pm, 3/15 - 5/10........................... $120
No class: 3/29
The Art of the Cigar, Advanced
Doug Gianforte, G & G Cigar Co.
Learn all about different types of tobacco and their effect on the flavor of cigars, along with how to roll your own cigars. Sample cigars from around the world in the comfort of the “Cigarden” Lounge. Supply fee of $10 payable to instructor first night.
CR485 G & G Cigar Company....... 2 sessions
Wed, 7 to 9 pm, 4/21 - 4/28............................ $40
Car Repair for Women
Joe Torchiana, One Stop Tire and Auto
Ladies, find out how to prolong the life of your car through preventive maintenance as well as how to select and interact with a technician to achieve quality service. Topics include maintenance of tires, brakes, and suspension plus tune-ups, inspections and computer systems.
CR486 One Stop Tire and Auto...... 3 sessions
Mon, 6:30 to 8 pm, 4/5 - 4/19 ........................ $35
Introduction to the Tarot
Christopher Stout, instructor
This course introduces you to tarot cards and how to work them, and dispels some of the myths and misconceptions surrounding tarot. Students will explore tarot as a tool for personal growth, compare and contrast different decks and reading styles, and learn to read for themselves and others. No previous experience is necessary. Please bring a notebook and pen/pencil, a tarot deck (the Rider-Waite or a Marseilles deck is strongly recommended) and an open mind.
CR489 Fugett M.S........................ 6 sessions
Mon, 6 to 8 pm, 3/15 - 4/26 ......................... $100
No class: 3/29
Introduction to Beekeeping
Charles Karat, instructor
Learn all about this unique hobby from an experienced beekeeper and schoolteacher. You’ll get an overview of bee biology and life cycle, the history and culture of beekeeping, modern beekeeping equipment, and what we get from the hive. Other topics include: colony management, pollination, diseases/pests of the hive such as the Colony Collapse Disorder affecting many commercial beekeepers today, plus native pollinators, a valuable backup plan to the European honey bee.
CR487 Peirce M.S....................... 2 sessions
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 3/16 - 3/23............................ $40
Discover the Birds of Chester County
Elizabeth Alakszay, instructor
This course will teach the skills needed to identify the birds found in Chester County, including habitat and feeding preferences, bird sounds and calls, and how to create a bird friendly backyard. Topics covered will include equipment used for observation, feeders, nest boxes and keeping observation notes. The last two classes will be Saturday morning field trips to local birding spots allowing you to apply your birding skills.
CR488 Peirce M.S......................... 6 sessions
Tues, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 3/16 - 4/27................. $100
No class: 3/30