Our Winter 2010 Session is in full swing, with 32 classes running during February, including a variety of cooking classes with our fabulous culinary partners! So don't hibernate -- grab a friend and register NOW for some winter fun at Night School! Call: 610-692-1964 or click here to sign up.
Crafts & Hobbies
Beginner Beaded Jewelry
Gina Beauvais, Silver Wings Studio, instructor
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.
WCR429A Silver Wings Studio, Eagle . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Tues, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 2/9 . . . . . . . . . . $25
Popular Jewelry Catalog Knock-Offs
Gina Beauvais, Silver Wings Studio, instructor
Study many popular jewelry catalogs to 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.
WCR443A Silver Wings Studio, Eagle . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Tues, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 2/16 . . . . . . . . . . $25
Culinary
Mediterranean Cooking: Eat Better, Live Longer
Cathy Logothetis, instructor
Brimming with creativity, this class will deliver recipes and techniques that make eating the Mediterranean way both a healthy option and irresistible temptation. Fresh vegetables hold center stage, transformed by rich and fruity olive oil that transfers into wonderful culinary dishes. This segment will create various mezedes and appetizers as well as authentic desserts. Taste the Mediterranean difference! Recipes will be chosen to reflect the region. A supply list (for some small kitchen items) will be provided upon registration.
WCU515 Henderson H.S. . . . . . . . . . . 2 sessions
Mon, 6 to 9 pm, 2/8 & 2/22. . . . . . . . . . $90
The following classes are hands-on in a beautiful kitchen/teaching setting at The Kitchen Workshop on Route 30 in Paoli. At each class, you will receive plenty of food and complimentary wine. Maximum class size is 12 participants. Fee includes instruction, a copy of all recipes, food and beverage. Classes are for ages 16 and older unless otherwise specified. Directions will be sent with confirmation.
Please note our Cooking Class policy: Due to the purchasing of food and supplies, there are no refunds or withdrawals for these classes -- please send a substitute.
Celebrating Cheese
Art Roman, The Kitchen Workshop, instructor
Who doesn't enjoy a hunk of cheese, a loaf of bread, and some good wine? We will be traveling the globe via many different types of cheeses as well as using them in jaw-dropping appetizers, entrees and desserts.
WCU519 Kitchen Workshop, Paoli . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Thurs, 6 to 9 pm, 2/18 . . . . . . . . . . $49
Baking with Whole Grains
Art Roman, The Kitchen Workshop, instructor
Are you dazed and confused by the amount of (new) grains available on your grocery store shelves? Learn how to incorporate these healthy and inexpensive grains into your family's diet. We will be cooking with flax seed, quinoa, and other delicious good-for-you grains.
WCU520 Kitchen Workshop, Paoli . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Sat, 10 am to 1 pm, 2/20 . . . . . . . . . . $49
International Cooking: Northern Italy
Art Roman, The Kitchen Workshop, instructor
Come celebrate the lively cuisine of the northern regions of Italy where Parmigiano-Reggiano is king and Prosciutto is queen.
WCU521 Kitchen Workshop, Paoli . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Thurs, 6 to 9 pm, 2/25 . . . . . . . . . . $49
Vegetable and Bean Soups
Art Roman, The Kitchen Workshop, instructor
Warm up with steaming bowls of soulfully-soothing soups made from the humble bean and various seasonal vegetables. You won't even miss the meat!WCU522 Kitchen Workshop, Paoli . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Sat, 2 to 5 pm, 2/27 . . . . . . . . . . $49
Couples Gourmet Pizza
Art Roman, The Kitchen Workshop, instructor
Save money, eat healthier and let your imagination go wild after learning to make a variety of pizza doughs and a variety of gourmet toppings
WCU518 Kitchen Workshop, Paoli . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Fri, 6 to 9 pm, 3/5 . . . . . . . . . . $98 per couple
Bakery Perfect Bread and Brioche
Jean Pierre Bournazel, instructor
The simple pleasure of savoring homemade fresh bread reminds us of how important good techniques and premium ingredients are. Discover the art of making flavorful and healthful loaves as well as rich and sweet brioches.
WCU574 Strawberry Bakery, Frazer . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Sun, 10 am to 12 noon, 3/7 . . . . . . . . . . $37
Computers
Convenient Daytime Computer Training at Springhouse Computers
Invest in yourself with these 1- and 2-day Computer Workshops at our area’s foremost training center, Springhouse Computer School. From PC intro classes and the full Microsoft Office suite -- including Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, Outlook -- to graphics and web design, QuickBooks and more, Springhouse offers comprehensive training in a state-of-the-art computer lab. Training manual and retake guarantee are included in course fee. Springhouse is located at 770 Pennsylvania Ave., Ste. 120, Exton 19341.
MICROSOFT OFFICE 2007
PowerPoint 2007 Level 1
Springhouse Computers
Professional-looking presentations made easy! Level 1 topics include building presentations, formatting and proofing presentations, using drawing tools, working with clip art, enhancing presentation and delivering presentations.
WCO375 Springhouse Computers, Exton . . . . . . . . 1 day workshop
Wed, 9 am to 4 pm, 2/10 . . . . . . . . $195
MICROSOFT OFFICE 2003
Excel 2003 Level 1
Springhouse Computers
Excel 2003 Level 1 is designed to give students the skills they need to set-up and design basic worksheets, use mathematical formulas and functions, format and edit worksheet information and print worksheets.
WCO335 Springhouse Computers, Exton . . . . . . . . 1 day workshop
Thurs, 9 am to 4 pm, 2/4 . . . . . . . . $195
GRAPHICS/WEB DESIGN
Dreamweaver CS4 Level 1
Springhouse Computers
This course is for anyone looking to design web sites, pages, or edit HTML. It introduces you to Dreamweaver by guiding you step by step through the development of a sample Web project. In this 12-hour (2 day) curriculum, you'll learn to create basic HTML pages by formatting text, inserting images, and setting links and working with tables and forms.
WCO365 Springhouse Computers, Exton . . . . . . . . 2 day workshop
Wed & Thurs, 9 am to 4 pm, 2/10 & 2/11 . . . . . . . . $390
ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE
QuickBooks Pro Level 2
Springhouse Computers
Have you mastered the basics of setting up your business using QuickBooks Pro and would like to learn more? This class takes students into some of the more advanced features included in this versatile accounting software package. In this course students will learn to customize forms; work with credit card transactions, work with Asset, Liability and Equity accounts; create and customize reports and graphs; track and pay sales tax; manage payroll, complete job estimates, time tracking and costing; create customized letters and forms; and synchronize with Contact Management software.
WCO360 Springhouse Computers, Exton . . . . . . . . 1 day workshop
Fri, 9 am to 4 pm, 2/5 . . . . . . . . $195
Fitness & Health
Ground Defense
Kelly Knight, instructor
Statistically, many physical confrontations end up on the ground. Learn how to utilize principles and concepts so that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant using leverage and proper technique. Use your practical, tactical and situational tools to escape and get away! This would be a great class to come to with a friend.
WFH783 Martial Arts & Fitness Center, Malvern. . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Fri, 7 to 8:30 pm, 2/5 . . . . . . . . . . $15
Home & Garden
NEW! Soft Cornice Window Treatment - Advanced Beginner
Jacqui Sproul, Stitchcraft Studio, instructor
A soft cornice is a padded fabric attached to a mounting board in panels that hang down in unique shapes and installed across the top of a window. Basic sewing skills are necessary.
WHG806 Stitchcraft Studio, Downingtown . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Thurs, 6 to 8:30 pm, 2/25 . . . . . . . . . . $60
Window Treatments - Level 1
Goeffrey Rogers, Stitchcraft Studio, instructor
Do you want to make curtains for the first time? Join this workshop and presto! In just two short hours you will make a very easy window treatment. We supply the sewing machines.
WHG807 Stitchcraft Studio, Downingtown . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Mon, 6 to 8 pm, 2/8 . . . . . . . . . . $45
Personal Awareness
Addiction in the Family and Among Friends
Jeffrey Kauffman, instructor
Addiction is epidemic in our society. The way addiction ravages the friends and family of the addict is the topic of this class. We will talk about the ways addicts behave, so that class participants may better understand addiction; and we will talk about the effects of addiction on others. Opportunities for questions will be provided.
WPA1027 Kauffman Psychotherapy Offices, Chester Springs . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Mon, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 2/22 . . . . . . . . . . $20
Dealing with Grief
Jeffrey Kauffman, instructor
This class will address the questions and concerns and the painful, often lonely experiences of persons who are grieving. Those who have lost someone, or who are facing the death of a loved one, and others who are concerned about grief and mourning may find some helpful understanding of their experiences in this class. This class may also be of benefit to those who wish to better understand the grief experiences of persons they care about. Dealing with the death of loved ones touches all persons, affects each person differently, and is a deep and basic part of life. Opportunities for class discussion will be provided.
WPA1028 Kauffman Psychotherapy Offices, Chester Springs . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Mon, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 2/15 . . . . . . . . . . $20
Paranormal
NEW! All Wrapped Up
Deborah Estep, instructor
Learn about Witness Trees, sentinels and keepers of history, as you wire wrap a piece of the Witness Tree from the National Cemetery in Gettysburg, PA. This will be a treasured keepsake for history buffs and nature lovers alike. All materials to complete the project will be provided by the instructor.
WPN1085 Peace of Heart, Downingtown . . . . . . . . . . 1 session
Mon, 6 to 9 pm, 2/15 . . . . . . . . . . $30