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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 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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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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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 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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Headstones and History
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The Irish have always loved a good story, and in a prairie town begun by Irish settlers, a few of those good stories are sure to be found at the local cemetery. Instructor Natalie Butterfield will draw on insider knowledge, with family going back 140 years here, to share “the stories behind the stones” at the historic O’Neill Cemetery. Besides answering general questions like “What’s with those concrete tree trunks?”, you will hear tales of heroism, hilarity, and undying love. Meet men who risked their lives in dedication to duty, like William Froelich, the remarkable Kearns brothers, and hear of a blood feud that lasted beyond the grave. Learn of the saintly Monsignor, Michael Cassidy, and of the Angel of Corregidor, along with rebels, renegades, and ordinary people enduring extraordinary events. You will gain a deeper knowledge of these fascinating personalities and their circumstances, in a way that must be experienced to be understood. This class will meet the first night at the O’Neill Extended Campus, for a discussion and presentation, and will conclude with a walking tour of the cemetery on the second night of the class.
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How to Enjoy the Night Sky
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This course will concentrate on methods and equipment for sky enjoyment starting with your eyes and equipment you may already have – including your smartphone, laptop, or tablet. This class largely avoids the science behind the objects in the sky and will help you enjoy them without special equipment, use the equipment you already have, or select equipment to buy if you want to take your interest to the next level. Bring a laptop. tablet, or smartphone if you have them. These are not requirements.
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Introduction to Birding
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Watching and studying birds has become a hobby or passion for over 45 million people! It can be a low-cost pastime or serious study pursuit. How ever you wish to jump in, it is fun, rewarding, and offers the chance to meet friendly and interesting people while exploring the great outdoors. This two-part class consists of a three-hour classroom component including the following topics: birding nomenclature, identification techniques and resources, birding etiquette and attire, field guide and equipment recommendations. On the second day the class will travel to locations in and near O’Neill to view birds and practice identification. Bring binoculars and or a spotting scope if you have them. If you have a bird field guide, bring that too. Recommended (not required) field guide – National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America 7th edition – available for about $20. Class meets on Monday from 6:30-9:30 pm and Saturday from 8:00-11:00 am.
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Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking
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Learn how to make the most of your scrapbooking talents and artistic ideas when you combine digital and traditional scrapbooking techniques. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Introduction to Guitar
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Master basic guitar skills and become the musician you've always wanted to be. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Introduction to Interior Design
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Explore a career in interior design as you learn how to transform any room into a beautiful and functional space. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.
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Introduction to Journaling
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Discover how journaling can help you learn more about yourself, explore your dreams, values, and beliefs, improve your health, survive unwanted change, succeed in your career, and express your creativity. This course does not apply to a credit degree or program.