Retirement Planning Today From recent tax law changes, to the uncertain future for Social Security, to the shift toward employee-directed retirement plans, the need for sound financial strategies has never been greater. Whether your objective is to build a nest egg, protect your assets or preserve your lifestyle throughout retirement, this course helps you plan your future with confidence. Registration pays for two. Instructors: Poe & Stolar
A: 2 Thurs, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm Sept 10 – 17
Caperton Center $49
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B: 2 Tues 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm Sept 15 – 22
Fairmont, CWE #112 $49
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Survival Course for New & Expecting Parents
Who says “Babies don’t come with an instruction manual”? This informative and engaging course covers many of the questions that new parents have (and so many that you haven’t even imagined yet) about you and your baby’s first 6 months together. With course topics ranging from Preparing for Baby; Basic Baby Skills; Sleep & How to Soothe your Baby; Growth and Development; and Baby on a Budget, with plenty of time for questions and discussion, you’ll have the support and resources you need to prepare for the care you your new baby.
5 Mon, 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm Sept 14 – Oct 12
Fairmont, CWE #111 $49
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Conversational Spanish IWhether you are planning a vacation or looking to learn a second language, this Conversational Spanish course is for you. You’ll be lead by Professor Rose Mazza who has extensive experience teaching students and the community to speak foreign languages in a relaxed, fun, and supportive environment. Instructor: Mazza
14 Mon, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Sept 14 – Dec 14
Clarksburg, Caperton Center $149
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Ballroom Dancing I – Traditional
Ballroom dancing is culture, art, music, emotion, fitness, and sport. It is an activity which promotes social graces, self-confidence, and mutual respect and cooperation between partners. It is also great fun! This course will enable the student to participate in social occasions requiring ballroom dancing skills, such as weddings, formal, social and business parties, as well as informal occasions requiring the display of social graces. Featured dances include the Tango, Waltz and Foxtrot. No experience or partner required! Instructor: Grumblatt
4 Mon, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Sept 14 – Oct 5
Main Campus, Turley Ballroom $35 Singles / $49 Couples
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Ballroom Dancing II – Latin
This course is designed to develop an appreciation of ballroom dancing as a popular recreational activity for relaxation and physical exercise. Ballroom Dancing II is a fun and invigorating class featuring dance steps and music that have a “Latin Flair.” No experience or partner required! Instructor: Grumblatt
4 Mon, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Oct 12 – Nov 2
Main Campus, Turley Ballroom $35 Singles / $49 Couples
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Ballroom Dancing III - Intermediate
Once you’ve mastered the basics, let us show you how to add flair and fun to your dance repertoire. No partner required! Instructor: Grumblatt
4 Mondays, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Nov 9 – Dec 7
Main Campus, Turley Ballroom $35 Singles / $49 Couples
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Meditation – Finding the Peace Within…
Meditation is the simple practice of going within and taking a break from the never-ending world of thinking and doing. In this class series, we will explore the benefits of meditation on the body, mind and spirit. You will learn and practice simple techniques to help you enter a place of relaxation, focus and peace. Instructor: Hastings
A: 3 Wed, 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm Sept 16 - 30
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B: 3 Wed, 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm Oct 14 - 28
Bridgeport Conference Center $35
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Digital Photography IThis hands-on workshop covers it all! Starting with photography basics, we’ll quickly move on to mastering the features of your digital camera with easy-to-understand, straight forward language. Learn the tips and tricks of composition from photography experts, to help you take better pictures for a variety of subjects and settings. Finally, you will have a chance to practice what you have learned and get valuable feedback from the instructor. Please bring your digital camera, owner's manual, memory card, USB cable and extra batteries to class. Instructor: Belmear4 Mon, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Sept 21 – Oct 12
Fairmont, CWE #110 $69
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SLR Photography
Learn how your camera works and how to consistently expose film or sensor. Explore setting the shutter, aperture and meter; determining which ISO film or sensor setting to use; and working with the flash, lenses and filters. Improve your compositions and intensify your sense of seeing, creating and self-expression. Required: SLR camera (film or DSLR) with full manual capability must be brought to all classes. Digital Photography I strongly encouraged. Instructor: Belmear
5 Mon, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Oct 26 – Nov 23
Fairmont, CWE #110 $99
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Guitar – BeginningThis is your opportunity to learn to play the guitar! Join us for good times and great instruction as you practice beginning guitar chords and learn some popular songs. Classes are designed as a fun introduction for aspiring guitar students of all ages. Sign up with a friend for twice the fun. Bring an acoustic guitar (and a pencil) to class.
8 Thurs, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Sept 24 – Nov 12
Main Campus – Wallman Hall #TBD $79
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At the Crossroads
Driving with cognitive or other physical impairment associated with “Aging” is not just about remembering how to get home. As we age we experience changes that can affect driving ability. This class is designed to provide family and friends with the resources they need to effectively address the safety concerns they may have about an older driver – before an accident or violation occurs. Strategies, references and resources, including a sample “Driving Agreement,” will be provided to all participants.
2 Mon, 6:30 pm – 8:00 Oct 5 – 12
Bridgeport Conference Center $39
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CPR & First Aid This CPR and First Aid training is an appropriate class for health care professionals, day care providers, and community members. Students will learn the recommended cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques and how to provide appropriate, immediate care that may be necessary in case of an accident or emergency. After completion of the class, students will be certified or re-certified in CPR & First Aid for two years.
Wed, 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm Nov 7
Bridgeport Conference Center $35
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Multi-Genre Writing
This course is designed to expose beginning to intermediate writers to a number of writing styles and techniques. Participants will explore the writing process from brainstorming to outlining, to writing and revision. Feedback will be provided from both the course instructor as well as other participants. Types of writing discussed include: poetry, short story, non-fiction, dialogue/scene-writing, character development and collaborative writing. Learn effective writing techniques designed to keep the creative juices flowing while preventing the dreaded “writer’s block.” You will also practice exercise designed to improve working with images and writing in metaphor. (Ages 15 to Adult) Instructor: Madia
6 Tues, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Sept 15 – Oct 20
Fairmont, CWE #112 $99
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LEARN TO FLY!!! - Flight Training Program:
Pierpont Community & Technical College is pleased to announce that you can now learn to fly through our Community Education program. This program is delivered at the NAEC (Benedum Airport), by the same instructors as our academic professional flight training. If you have dreamed of flying the skies, this is your chance! Total cost for flight training will vary according to the level of certification the individual desires, the type of plane required for that certification, the type of instruction required for that certification, and the actual instruction time required. There is a one-time registration fee of $100 per certification.
Certification levels available include:
Private Pilot Certification
Instrument Pilot Certification
Flight Instructor Certification
Multi Engine Pilot Certification
Commercial Pilot Certification. For more information or to register, please call (304) 367-4913.
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