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A to Z Grant Writing
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Learn how to research and develop relationships with potential funding sources, organize grant writing campaigns, and prepare proposals. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Advanced Fiction Writing
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Explore advanced fiction writing techniques with a published novelist. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Beginner's Guide to Getting Published
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Published writer shows you how to give yourself the credibility you need to get your books and articles published. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Beginning Wine Making
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Discover the winemaking process, wine styles, testing and adjusting the must and equipment needed for home winemaking. The winemaking process as it relates to a wine kit will be stressed. Topics such as racking, topping, sulfiting and sanitizing will be covered in-depth and a wine kit will be made. All major steps will be demonstrated including bottling and corking.
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Beginning Writers Workshop
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If you have a story that needs to be written, an online writing workshop is a great place to start. This course will help improve your writing skills and discover new ways to stretch your creative muscles. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Braided Rugs
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Turn your old sheets, tablecloths, and fabric scraps into an heirloom treasure as you learn to braid a beautiful rag rug. In this class, you will learn how to get the most yardage from your scraps to create a rug inspired by an old Swedish braiding technique. Please bring your own fabric, a measuring tape, sharp cloth-cutting scissors, a size H crochet hook, 2-inch size safety pins, and a clipboard. The first class is two hours and following classes are one hour each.
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Charcuterie 101: Let’s Get on Board!
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Elevate your next gathering with a beautiful meat and cheese platter that will get all the attention! Learn tips for quick-to-make grazing boards with cured meats and fresh cheeses, as well as recipes for some quick spreads. You will get to style your own board to take home at the end of class along with ingredients lists, tips for quantity needed, and simple optional items to add to your board.
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Creative Writing Value Suite
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Spark your creativity and start writing with this online writing course bundle. You will learn the mechanics of writing and editing, and have your story workshopped by peers. These courses do not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Crochet-Basket from T-Shirt Yarn
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Learn to make your own yarn from t-shirts and crochet it into a stylish and useful basket. In this class you will learn how to chain stitch and single crochet, using yarn you made yourself! Please bring your own t-shirts, sharp cloth-cutting scissors, and a rotary cutter and mat if you have one.
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Crochet-Flowers and Butterflies
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Embellish baskets, hats, sweaters, or anything you like with these lovely, crocheted flowers and butterflies. There will be beginner and advanced project choices, so this class is great for all levels of crochet experience. You will choose one of the projects upon registration and receive a list of the materials you need to purchase before class begins. Register early to purchase your materials in advance.
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Discover Digital Photography
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An informative introduction to the fascinating world of digital photography. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Drawing for the Absolute Beginner
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Gain a solid foundation in drawing and become the artist you've always dreamed you could be! This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Explore Fiction Writing Genres Suite
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Learn how to write different fiction genres in this comprehensive course bundle. Explore Fiction Writing covers fantasy, romance, mystery, and screenwriting to teach you the craft and technique used by successful writers. By the time you finish, you will be ready to write, edit, and submit your work for publication. These classes do not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Explore Non-Fiction Writing Suite
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This suite of courses explores non-fiction writing. You will learn how to write, edit, and publish nonfiction across popular genres and mediums. You will also learn best practices for pitching and submitting your work in today's publishing landscape. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Frame Loom Weaving
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Create a beautiful tapestry as you learn the art of weaving. Bring some favorite yarn, and if you’d like to experiment, you can use almost anything flat and flexible as weft materials: fabric strips, ribbons, paper, wire, twigs, etc. You will learn how to warp the loom and weave.
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Genealogy - Climbing Your Family Tree
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Tracking your family's history is a fascinating journey. Who will you discover? Genealogy Basics will help you understand the genealogy research process and the way we interpret the information we find. This course guides you through the search process for family names using several web sites. You'll discover, in simple terms, where to look, who to contact and how to make your family history come alive. With the digitization of historical records, it is now possible to do much of this research from the comfort of your home.
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Genealogy - Climbing Your German Family Tree
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Through a series of digital images and documents, this 3-hour course will take you step by step to starting your German genealogical research. You will learn how to read German script, decipher old documents, and get tips on locating where your ancestors originated in the “old country”. Learn the history of German immigration, how to locate German records, and more. If you are a beginner genealogist with German ancestry, this course is for you!
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Genealogy Basics
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Learn where to look, who to contact, and how to use research tools to begin an exciting and fascinating exploration of your roots. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Get Funny!
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Learn how to use humor to speak more effectively, write better, and increase your popularity. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Growing Plants for Fun and Profit
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An industry professional teaches you everything you need to prosper in the backyard nursery business. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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