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Summer 2021                      1

                       Connection
        Stay connected this summer by registering for
                your favorite class or training.

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840   M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                              F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
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Table of Contents
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Instructor HIghlights.......................................... 03

Community Education
Arts & Crafts ........................................................ 04
Computer Skills & Technology........................05
Consumer Education ...........................................06
DevNW Classes ..................................................06
Fitness & Dance ................................................. 07
Food & Drink .......................................................09
Garden, Nature & Outdoor ..............................09
Health & Wellness ..............................................10
History & Culture ................................................10
Home & DIY........................................................ ..10
Language..............................................................10
Personal Enrichment .......................................... 11
Professional Growth........................................... 12
Vehicle Safety & Operation................ .............. 12
Youth & Family.................................................. ... 13
                                                                                    Get to know Sue Stone
                                                                                     Community Education Coordinator
Small Business Development Center                                                     Growing up in a big Hispanic family has
Going Into Business ........................................... 14                    grounded me in the importance of family,
                                                                                      traditions, and gratitude! I love loud fun parties,
Foundations of Business................................... 14                         haunted houses, Disneyland magic, AND
Quickbooks .......................................................... 15              equally, enjoy walking amongst my flowers and
Pre-Licensing ....................................................... 15              watching movies with my family. Working at
                                                                                      LBCC for 27 years has shown me that working
Family Resource and Education Center                                                  for the best place with the best people does
Parenting Education Classes ........................... 16                            exist. I get to foster growth, creativity, and
Child Care Workforce Trainings ...................... 16                              service to the community everyday!

                                                                                   Important Dates:
Pre College Preparation in Adult Basic Skills
                                                                                   • Registration starts May 17
(English Language Acquisition, GED®)........... 17                                 • Summer term is in session from June 28 - Sept. 2
                                                                                   Please note: Registration online requires a credit
CE Now Hiring New Instructors ....................... 18                           card. If you wish to use an alternate form of
How to Zoom........................ ............................... 19             payment, please call 541-917-4840 and we can
                                                                                   help you.

 Course Request                            Day class meets                       Start Date                    Total number of
 Number (CRN)                              (R=Thursday)                                                        weeks class meets

    Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                             M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
  Instructor                  Cost                                 Time the
                                                                          F = class
                                                                              Friday; Smeets              Type of online platform
                                                                                       = Saturday; U = Sunday
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Why did you choose to                                                                                       3
become a Community
Education instructor?

                                                       Mazen Suliman
                                                 Italian Language Instructor
                                               Teaching is a way for me to serve my
                                               community and share my passion for
                                               languages. I enjoy interacting with
                                               friends, coworkers, and family from all
                                               over the world each day.
                                               Working and teaching remotely allows
                                               the world to come to me.”

                                                  Adrienne Ewanchyna
                                                     Food & Drink Instructor
                                                   I hoped to get people excited and
                                                   empowered about cooking. I’ve
                                                   always cooked and baked, but at the
                                                   age of 32 - after being a high school
                                                   teacher - I went to culinary school
                                                   and followed my dream of
                                                   becoming a chef. Now I get to
                                                   combine two passions - cooking
                                                   and teaching!

 Click here to register or call 541-917-4840
                                                   Are   you interested in teaching?
                                                    M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                                    F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
                                                   Visit our website HERE!
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ARTS & CRAFTS

ART                                                             COLOR & DESIGN STUDIO
                                                                An ‘open studio’ class is an engaging and inspiring
JUMP INTO WATERCOLOR!                                           experience intended to foster creativity and
Dive into textures, create patterns, and splash through         experimentation. Instructor will be available for
beautiful colors to begin the challenge of watercolor           individualized informative technical and design
painting. Yes, it can be difficult, but well worth the trip!    instruction. Instructor will help students gain insights
Take the chance and immerse yourself! Please join me            into their creative accomplishments, develop new skills,
in the journey through this engaging media. This class          and explore their preferred styles. All levels welcome.
is for the beginner watercolor painting student. See            Allowed mediums are watercolor, acrylic, gouache,
supplies to bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies             casein, oil (using non-toxic solvent), graphite, charcoal,
16764         W    10:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   30-Jun   10   ZOOM
                                                                colored pencil, and oil pastels. See supplies to bring to
Nazarenus, Vikki   $89 Fee                                      class: linnbenton.edu/supplies
                                                                16466	M	           1:00 p.m.-2:50 p.m.   28-Jun    8     ZOOM
                                                                Allison, Mark      $89 Fee
ADVANCED & INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR
PAINTING                                                        REALISTIC DRAWING
Delight in the color, brilliance, and challenge of              Designed for anyone, especially people who feel they
watercolor painting. Learn composition, perspective,            cannot draw well, who may feel they have no “talent”
reflections, shadows, and color theory with new and             for drawing, and may have little hope of learning how
challenging techniques. This class is for those who are         to draw. Take this class and be surprised! Any artist
already knowledgeable of the basics of watercolor. See          who wants to strengthen drawing and design skills will
supplies to bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies             find this class useful. Need pencils and plain 8.5 x 11
16312         W    9:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.    30-Jun   10   ZOOM
Hansen, Ellen      $89 Fee                                      white paper for first class. See supplies to bring to class:
16757	R	           9:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.    1-Jul    10   ZOOM   linnbenton.edu/supplies
Hansen, Ellen      $89 Fee                                      16469         T    6:00 p.m.-7:50 p.m.   29-Jun    8     ZOOM
                                                                Allison, Mark      $89 Fee
ACRYLIC PAINTING FOR FUN
Have fun painting with friends in the safety of your            TRAVEL JOURNAL SKETCHING NEW!
own home with Acrylic Painting For Fun. This course is          Students will learn the basics for creating a travel
designed for all skill levels, no experience required, and      journal with quick-sketch techniques, using pen and
you can use whatever acrylic paints and brushes you             ink, watercolors, and colored pencils/markers. No prior
have already. We will be painting on wood, glass, cloth,        sketching experience needed to succeed. We’ll discuss
canvas, canvas boards, and anything else that sounds            the best supplies to take traveling and what to look for
like fun. The goal of the class is to have fun and explore      in a journal. We’ll meet weekly on Zoom for instruction,
the versatility of the medium of acrylics. See supplies to      demos, practice, homework suggestions, and one-on-one
bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies                         help. Have a pen and sketchbook or paper, 9x7 or larger,
16738	R	           6:00 p.m.-7:50 p.m.     1-Jul    10   ZOOM   for the first class.
Hansen, Ellen      $89 Fee                                      16775         W    4:00 p.m.-5:20 p.m.   30-Jun    8     ZOOM
                                                                Ohlgren, Lauren    $79 Fee
PASTEL PAINTING
Pastels are unrivaled for their brilliance of color,            ART & CREATIVITY UNLEASHED NEW!
versatility, and easy handling. They are the most direct        Expand your artistic repertoire with exercises designed
form of painting media. With a little practice and              to challenge, invigorate, and breathe fresh air into your
experimentation, you can become proficient with this            creativity. Through guided experimentation, we’ll use
delightful painting medium. See supplies to bring to            mixed media, such as watercolor, collage, and drawing to
class: linnbenton.edu/supplies                                  create multiple samples of texture, color, imagery, text,
16773         T    1:00 p.m.-2:50 p.m.     29-Jun   10   ZOOM   and line work. Be willing to discover the unexpected!
Hansen, Ellen      $89 Fee                                      Supply list will be available at first class.
                                                                16761         T    4:00 p.m.-5:20 p.m.   29-Jun    6     ZOOM
                                                                Ohlgren, Lauren    $69 Fee

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                     M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                                                F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
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                                                           Creating                                                               Candle Making:
                                                           Comics with Jen                                                        Sand & Glass with
                                                           Hernandez                                                              Camelia Moss

CREATING COMICS                                                                CRAFTS
Dig in deep to take your stories from life or imagination
and turn them into a digital or hand-drawn webcomic.                           CANDLE MAKING: SAND & GLASS NEW!
Get the scoop on comic creation, drawing practice,
and work with digital drawing software. Learn about                            Ever been in awe of sand and jar candles and wondered,
creative habits to make daily art a part of your life,                         “How’d they do that?” Come learn to make your own
and how to share your work with others. Perfect for                            while choosing your own scents and colors. Makes a
beginners, this class is designed to be an introduction                        wonderful gift or addition to your home. See supplies at
to both comic creation and digital art, with helpful                           linnbenton.edu/supplies
                                                                               16771         T     1:00 p.m.-1:50 p.m.   6-Jul          2        ZOOM
guidance and shared studio time. See supplies to bring                         Moss, Camelia       $29 Fee
to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies
16768          W          5:30 p.m.-6:50 p.m.     30-Jun         8      ZOOM
Hernandez, Jen            $79 Fee                                              MOLD CANDLE MAKING NEW!
                                                                               Get started with these easy to make and enjoyable
MIXED MEDIA MADNESS NEW!                                                       candles to add to your home. Common kitchen molds
If you like art and haven’t settled on one media, join                         for tarts and other upcycled materials will be used. See
me in mixing them up to explore some different                                 supplies at linnbenton.edu/supplies
                                                                               16776         T     1:00 p.m.-1:50 p.m.   3-Aug          2        ZOOM
and inventive ideas. Projects are designed for fun                             Moss, Camelia       $29 Fee
and success - for the beginning artist to the more
experienced. Express yourself and get creative! See
supplies to bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies                            COMPUTER SKILLS &
                                                                               TECHNOLOGY
16752         T           10:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   29-Jun        10      ZOOM
Nazarenus, Vikki          $89 Fee

                                                           Doodling for
                                                           Mindfulness with    INTRO TO GRAPHIC DESIGN USING ADOBE
                                                           Louise-Annette
                                                           Burgess
                                                                               SUITE
                                                                               Learn about why art is so vital within marketing and
                                                                               visual communication and what tools you can use to
                                                                               create a strong message. We’ll use the Adobe Creative
                                                                               Suite to discuss core graphic design skills and industry
                                                                               standards.
                                                                               16461         T     4:00 p.m.-5:50 p.m.   13-Jul         5	GOOGLE SUITE
                                                                               Petroccione, Cole   $99 Fee

                                                                               GET YOUR WEBSITE GOING WITH
DOODLING FOR MINDFULNESS                                                       WORDPRESS
                                                                               The first steps of a website project are often the most
Students will learn doodling techniques to promote
                                                                               intimidating. This class will walk you through the
mindfulness and calm mind and spirit. These skills
                                                                               process of securing hosting, purchasing a domain, and
translate well beyond the classroom for overall wellness.
                                                                               getting WordPress installed on your new site. We will be
No need to purchase anything special, come prepared
                                                                               focusing on backend set up as well as front end design
with blank paper and a black pen and clean eraser to
                                                                               practices.
play and create during class.
                                                                               16734	R	            4:00 p.m.-5:50 p.m.   15-Jul         4	GOOGLE SUITE
16730         T           12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.   29-Jun         3      ZOOM   Petroccione, Cole   $69 Fee
Burgess, Louise-Annette   $29 Fee

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                                    M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                                                               F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
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CUSTOM MINECRAFT TEXTURES
Do you love Minecraft? Do you play on PC and always
                                                                    DEVNW CLASSES
wanted to make your own cobble? We’ll teach you the                 All DevNW Financial Wellbeing classes are web-based
many tools and techniques available to create your own              with live instructor(s). A $75 annual membership
custom look for the game we spend too much time in.                 registration includes the class you are interested in,
See supplies to bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies             as well as other financial wellness workshops and
16731	S
Petroccione, Cole
                    2:00 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
                    $69 Fee
                                          17-Jul   3	GOOGLE SUITE   financial counseling. You can register for all DevNW
                                                                    classes at www.devNW.org or 541-345-7106. If you need
                                                                    special accommodations contact DevNW at 541-345-7106
CONSUMER EDUCATION                                                  or 503-779-2680.

                                                                    FINANCIAL FOUNDATIONS
MEDICARE 101                                                        You know the financial basics, but everyone can benefit
The Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments                     from a refresher on money management. Learn ways to
(OCWCOG), in partnership with the Senior Health                     reach money goals, tackle debt, build credit, save, invest
Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) program is                    and plan for the future.
holding a Medicare class that will cover the basics of              16612   T          5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   6-Jul     4	INTERNET
                                                                    STAFF
Medicare parts A, B, C, and D. This class is designed for           16446	S	           9:00 a.m.-4:50 p.m.   24-Jul    1	INTERNET
anyone who will be eligible for Medicare within a few               STAFF
months or is new to Medicare. Current beneficiaries                 16644   T          5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   3-Aug     4	INTERNET
                                                                    STAFF
who would like a better understanding of their Medicare             16743	MTWR	        8:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m.   9-Aug     1	INTERNET
benefits and options will also find this class valuable.            STAFF
                                                                    16746	S	           9:00 a.m.-4:50 p.m.   28-Aug    1	INTERNET
Spouses and other relatives are welcome to attend. This             STAFF
class will be held online via Zoom on Wednesday, July
14, 2021 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Registration is required.
A SHIBA counselor will present this class, which is
                                                                    SIDE HUSTLE WORKSHOP
sponsored by the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program               Are you interested to see if a passion can generate
(RSVP) of the OCWCOG. Call 541-812-0849 to register                 income? Side Hustles are great ways earn some side
today.                                                              cash, make a life change, or explore starting a business
16308         W     1:00 p.m.-2:50 p.m.   14-Jul   1        ZOOM    with little risk.
STAFF               FREE                                            16779     W        5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   7-Jul     1	INTERNET
                                                                    STAFF

MEDICARE 101: ONE-ON-ONE                                            HOMEBUYING FOUNDATIONS
TELECOUNSELING                                                      Learn about the steps of homebuying from financial
The Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance                     preparation, downpayment assistance, and mortgages,
(SHIBA) program is a statewide network of trained                   to home inspections, escrow, and home insurance.
volunteers who educate and advocate for people of all               This class is HUD-certified and meets education
ages who have Medicare. SHIBA volunteers currently                  requirements for many downpayment assistance
provide 1:1 appointments via telecounsel in Linn, Benton,           programs.
                                                                    16646	S	           9:00 a.m.-4:50 p.m.   10-Jul    1	INTERNET
and Lincoln Counties which is sponsored by the Retired              STAFF
& Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of the OCWCOG.                    16538   W          5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   4-Aug     4	INTERNET
Call 541-812-0849 and make an appointment today!                    STAFF
                                                                    16778	S	           9:00 a.m.-4:50 p.m.   14-Aug    1	INTERNET
                                                                    STAFF

                                                                    LOVE & MONEY WORKSHOP
                                                                    In this couples finance workshop, invest together in
                                                                    your money relationship and learn couples money
                                                                    frameworks. This workshop will stretch you as a couple
                                                                    in fun and collaborative ways.
                                                                    16780     W        5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   14-Jul    1	INTERNET
                                                                    STAFF

                                                                    HOME MAINTENANCE WORKSHOP
                                                                    Basic maintenance is important to protect your home
                                                                    investment. From the exterior gutters and foundation
                                                                    to the interior HVAC and p-traps, learn from a local
                                                                    contractor how to upkeep and maintain your home.
                                                                    16781     W        5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   28-Jul    1	INTERNET
                                                                    STAFF

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                         M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                                                    F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
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RENTING & YOUR RIGHTS
Are you renting or planning to rent a home? Learn
                                                              FITNESS & DANCE
about your legal rights as a renter, community resources
for renters.                                                  BETTER BONES & BALANCE®: UPRIGHT
16782     W       5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   4-Aug    1	INTERNET
STAFF                                                         FITNESS
                                                              Based on OSU Bone Research Lab studies, this exercise
DIY INVESTING WORKSHOP                                        program has been shown to slow the rate of bone
How can you get started investing on your own?                loss in adults of all ages. Improve your balance and
How do you avoid excessive fees? In this workshop,            coordination, reduce your risk for falls, and see an
we will explore some of the basic considerations and          increase in muscle tone and overall body fitness. This
philosophies when researching and choosing long- term         class is designed to keep you upright - no mats. See
investments.                                                  supplies to bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies
16783     W       5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   25-Aug   1	INTERNET   16765	MW                   10:15 a.m.-11:05 a.m.   28-Jun        10     ZOOM
STAFF                                                         Davenport, Angela          $89 Fee

clases en asociación con DevNW                                                                                            Better Bones &
                                                                                                                          Balance with
Todas las clases de DevNW Financial Wellbeing serán en                                                                    Angie Davenport
línea con instructor en vivo. Un registro de membresía
anual de $ 75 incluye la clase que le interesa, talleres de
bienestar financiero, y asesoramiento financiero. Puede
registrarse para todas las clases de DevNW en http://
www.devNW.org o 541-345-7106. Si necesita adaptaciones
especiales, comuníquese con DevNW al 541-345-7106 o al
503-779-2680.

FUNDACIONES FINANCIERAS
¿Cómo puede tomar el control de la administración de
dinero? ¿Estás planificando para esos objetivos a largo       BETTER BONES & BALANCE®
plazo? Mapea tu camino hacia el exito Financiero.             Based on OSU Bone Research Lab studies, this exercise
16416     W       5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   7-Jul    4	INTERNET
STAFF                                                         program has been shown to slow the rate of bone
                                                              loss in adults of all ages. Improve your balance and
INVERSION DE DIY                                              coordination, reduce your risk for falls, and see an
                                                              increase in muscle tone and overall body fitness. See
¿Cómo puede empezar a invertir por su cuenta?
                                                              supplies to bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies
¿Cómo se evitan las tarifas excesivas? En este taller,        16481	MW                   7:00 a.m.-7:50 a.m.     28-Jun        10     ZOOM
exploraremos algunas de las consideraciones básicas           Brown, Rachael             $89 Fee
sobre la elección de inversiones para objetivos a largo       16482	MWF                  7:00 a.m.-7:50 a.m.     28-Jun        10     ZOOM
                                                              Hourmanesh-Jones, Maryam   $109 Fee
plazo.                                                        16483	MW                   8:00 a.m.-8:50 a.m.     28-Jun        10     ZOOM
16784     W       5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   11-Aug   1	INTERNET   Brown, Rachael             $89 Fee
STAFF                                                         16484	MW                   9:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m.     28-Jun        10     ZOOM
                                                              Davenport, Angela          $89 Fee
                                                              16485	MW                   10:15 a.m.-11:05 a.m.   28-Jun        10     ZOOM
ITINS & IMPUESTOS                                             Pozzesi, Linda             $89 Fee
Aumenté su conocimiento del número de identificación          16489          TR	         8:00 a.m.-8:50 a.m.     29-Jun        10     ZOOM
                                                              Whipple, Monica            $89 Fee
conocido como ITIN. En este taller aprenderá como             16488          TRS	        8:00 a.m.-8:50 a.m.     29-Jun        10     ZOOM
aplicar y/o renovar para el ITIN, como se usa el ITIN         Whipple/Hourmanesh-Jones   $109 Fee
para el desarrollo de bienes y el propósito y beneficio de    16490          TR	         9:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m.     29-Jun        10     ZOOM
                                                              Davenport, Angela          $89 Fee
la declaración de impuestos con ITIN.                         16491	S	                   8:00 a.m.-8:50 a.m.     3-Jul          9     ZOOM
16785     W       5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   18-Aug   1	INTERNET   Hourmanesh-Jones, Maryam   $49 Fee
STAFF

FUNDACIONES DE COMPRAR VIVIENDA
¿Estás listo para comprar una casa? En esta clase,
aprenderá sobre preparación financiera, hipoteca,
inmobiliaria, inspecciones de hogar, el proceso de cerra y
seguro de hogar.
16415	S	          9:00 a.m.-4:50 p.m.   21-Aug   1	INTERNET
STAFF

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                   M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                                              F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
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BETTER BONES & BALANCE®: ACCELERATED                                           GENTLE YOGA
Stay fit for life. Achieve full body fitness by                                Increase strength, flexibility, and reduce stress while
strengthening your muscles and conditioning your                               learning techniques to calm your mind and soothe your
cardiovascular system. Enjoy a dynamic mix of high                             spirit. Learn yoga poses that develop strength, balance,
intensity cardio intervals, weightlifting, and core                            proper breathing, and relaxation. Students will need a
strengthening activities. Round out your routine with                          yoga mat and blanket.
lower body exercises proven to prevent or minimize                             16322	MWF            11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   28-Jun        10     ZOOM
                                                                               Rose, Mary           $109 Fee
bone loss. This is not a slow-paced class. See supplies to                     16550          TR	   10:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.   29-Jun         9     ZOOM
bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies                                        Cloud, Patricia      $89 Fee
16494	MW                   9:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m.     28-Jun        10     ZOOM
Pozzesi, Linda             $89 Fee
                                                                               QI YOGA NEW!
BETTER BONES & BALANCE®: AFTER WORK                                            Cultivate a safe and satisfying exercise practice that
                                                                               marries the philosophy of Yoga with Qi Gong. Both
Based on OSU Bone Research Lab studies, this exercise                          disciplines complement and enhance each other,
program has been shown to slow the rate of bone                                creating more of a gentle class that builds strength
loss in adults of all ages. Improve your balance and                           through slow flowing movement. Qi Yoga helps to attain
coordination, reduce your risk for falls, and see an                           and maintain beneficial muscular movement leading to
increase in muscle tone and overall body fitness. See                          increased agility, balance, and flexibility.
supplies to bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies                            16551        W       7:00 p.m.-7:50 p.m.     30-Jun        10     ZOOM
16762	MW                 5:00 p.m.-5:50 p.m.       28-Jun        10     ZOOM   Small, Carol         $69 Fee
Hourmanesh-Jones, Maryam $89 Fee

                                                            Arthritis                                                                Yoga Breathing
                                                            Foundation                                                               Workshop with
                                                            Exercises with                                                           Patricia Cloud
                                                            Monica Whipple

ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISES                                                 YOGA BREATHING WORKSHOP
Gentle, joint-safe exercises developed specifically by                         Relieve stress, balance energy, and improve sleep in this
the Arthritis Foundation for people with arthritis or                          workshop. Yoga breathing is a safe and natural way to
musculoskeletal conditions, fibromyalgia, COPD, and                            quickly affect your autonomic nervous system. Most
anyone who is recovering from injury with limited or                           of us are stuck on autopilot, and we’re getting bounced
impaired joint mobility. This program will help relieve                        around by our environment, leaving us feeling wired but
pain and stiffness, strengthen muscles, and improve                            tired, imbalanced, and frazzled. Yoga breathing offers
balance and mobility. Low-impact exercises are done                            many of the same benefits as meditation, but it’s easier
while sitting and/or standing. Led by an Arthritis                             to learn, can be practiced anywhere, and the results are
Foundation certified instructor.                                               very predictable.
16753         TR	          11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   29-Jun        10     ZOOM   16774          W     10:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.   30-Jun         4     ZOOM
Whipple, Monica            $89 Fee                                             Cloud, Patricia      $39 Fee

YOGA                                                                           CHEN TAI CHI CHAUN
A beginning and intermediate level class where students                        Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) can improve balance, promote
learn basic yoga poses and are given options so that they                      relaxation, lower blood pressure, and decrease heart
can work at their own level. Strengthening, stretching,                        rate. The gentle movements bring about a meditative
balancing, and relaxing are focused on in class. Benefits                      state that reduces stress levels and leaves the
include greater flexibility, strength, and reduced stress.                     practitioner feeling calm and happy. Chen Taijiquan is
16375          TR	         6:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m.     29-Jun        10     ZOOM   the original form of Tai Chi Chuan yet the most rare.
Ribeiro, Subbappa          $89 Fee
                                                                               Mastering the movements brings a feeling of pride and
                                                                               accomplishment. No prior experience is needed.
                                                                               16770	MW             11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   28-Jun        10     ZOOM
                                                                               Kelly, Jeff	         $89 Fee

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                                    M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                                                               F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
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YANG TAI CHI
Tai Chi is a form of movement, meditation, and martial
                                                                  FOOD & DRINK
art that originated in China. Participants learn mind/
body harmony and how to cultivate our internal energy             BACKYARD COOKOUT CELEBRATION NEW!
or ‘chi’. It also promotes balance, flexibility, relaxation,
                                                                  Whether your backyard celebrations this summer are
calm focus, and improved general health. All levels
                                                                  still quiet, or (cross fingers) they include a few more
welcome.
16496           W    12:00 p.m.-12:50 p.m.   30-Jun   10   ZOOM
                                                                  people in your bubble, bring some new flair to your
Billey, Jessica      $69 Fee                                      cookout with recipes from this class. See supplies to
                                                                  bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies
                                                                  16747	S	                  1:00 p.m.-4:50 p.m.     26-Jun   1   ZOOM
YANG TAI CHI II                                                   Ewanchyna, Adrienne       $79 Fee
Yang Tai Chi II includes the second half of a Yang Style
short form and goes further in depth exploring mind/
body harmony while moving internal qi energy. We will
practice new moves that promote improved mobility
                                                                  GARDEN, NATURE &
and balance, calm relaxation, and overall good health.            OUTDOOR
Yang Tai Chi is a prerequisite.
16777	R	             12:00 p.m.-12:50 p.m.   1-Jul    10   ZOOM
Billey, Jessica      $69 Fee
                                                                  LEAF-CUTTER BEES IN YOUR BACKYARD
                                                                  Explore the world of pollination in your backyard!
CLASSICAL PILATES                                                 Focus on how to care for leaf cutter bees during
A system of exercises based upon the teachings of                 different stages in their life cycle. Learn how to make
Joseph Pilates. The exercises can be modified so any              an inviting environment in your backyard, the level of
student is able to achieve the workout. There is a                work required to take care of leaf cutter bees, and how
progression of challenge as we introduce new exercises            families can participate together in providing habitat for
as the body becomes stronger and the mind is more                 bees and other pollinators.
knowledgeable about the correct muscles to be used.               16733         T           10:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   29-Jun   1   ZOOM
16326          TR	   5:15 p.m.-6:05 p.m.     29-Jun   10   ZOOM   Burgess, Louise-Annette   $29 Fee
Powell, Jennifer     $89 Fee

                                                                  BUMBLE BEES IN YOUR BACKYARD
CLASSICAL PILATES-INTERMEDIATE                                    Explore the world of pollination in your backyard!
The intermediate Classical Pilates class incorporates             Focus on how to care for bumble bees during different
a system of exercises based upon the teachings of                 stages in their life cycle. Learn how to make an inviting
Joseph Pilates. Exercises are geared towards a full body          environment in your backyard, the level of work
workout and are designed to strengthen mind and body              required to watch over bumble bees, and how families
by working them in tandem. This class is for individuals          can participate together in providing habitat for bees
seeking challenge beyond the fundamentals.                        and other pollinators.
16772	MW             3:30 p.m.-4:20 p.m.     28-Jun   10   ZOOM   16735         T           10:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   6-Jul    1   ZOOM
Powell, Jennifer     $89 Fee                                      Burgess, Louise-Annette   $29 Fee

ZUMBA® GOLD NEW!                                                  FALL & WINTER VEGETABLE GARDENING
A dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness program                NEW!
perfect for active older adults who are looking for a             The Pacific Northwest provides a wonderful climate
modified Zumba® class that recreates the original moves           for gardening throughout the year. Learn what crops
you love at a lower-intensity. It is designed to introduce        can be harvested Fall through early Spring without a
easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography that focuses on                greenhouse, and when and how to plant them.
balance, range of motion, and coordination.                       16748	R	                  6:30 p.m.-7:50 p.m.     22-Jul   1   ZOOM
16319          TR	   8:00 a.m.-8:50 a.m.     29-Jun   10   ZOOM   Morgan, Darren            $29 Fee
Farrar, Kris         $89 Fee
16754          W     8:00 a.m.-8:50 a.m.     30-Jun   10   ZOOM
Farrar, Kris         $69 Fee                                      WINTERING YOUR HIVE NEW!
                                                                  Winter losses of bee colonies are frustratingly common.
                                                                  Though there are no sure-fire solutions, there are steps
                                                                  you can take to improve your chances of success. Learn
                                                                  what is happening in your hive from late Summer
                                                                  through early Spring, and what you can do to help your
                                                                  bees emerge healthy and vigorous next year.
                                                                  16766	R	                  6:30 p.m.-7:50 p.m.     29-Jul   1   ZOOM
                                                                  Morgan, Darren            $29 Fee

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                       M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                                                  F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
Connection - Summer 2021 - Linn-Benton Community College
10

MASON BEES IN YOUR BACKYARD
Explore the world of pollination in your backyard!
                                                                      HOME & DIY
Focus on how to care for mason bees during different
stages in their life cycle. Learn how to make an inviting             CANDLE MAKING: SAND & GLASS NEW!
environment in your backyard, the level of work
                                                                      Ever been in awe of sand and jar candles and wondered,
required to care for mason bees, and how families can
                                                                      “How’d they do that?” Come learn to make your own
participate together in providing habitat for bees and
                                                                      while choosing your own scents and colors. Makes a
other pollinators.
16737         T           10:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   10-Aug   1   ZOOM
                                                                      wonderful gift or addition to your home. See supplies at
Burgess, Louise-Annette   $29 Fee                                     linnbenton.edu/supplies
                                                                      16771         T      1:00 p.m.-1:50 p.m.   6-Jul    2   ZOOM
                                                                      Moss, Camelia        $29 Fee
YOUR HOME ORCHARD
Fruit and nut trees, as well as small fruits and exotics              MOLD CANDLE MAKING NEW!
will be discussed. Each class covers site selection; basic
                                                                      Get started with these easy to make and enjoyable
crop info such as harvest seasons and top varieties; and
                                                                      candles to add to your home. Common kitchen molds
how to properly prune, feed, and care for your orchard.
                                                                      for tarts and other upcycled materials will be used. See
We will cover identification and organic treatment of
                                                                      supplies at linnbenton.edu/supplies
common pests and disease problems.                                    16776         T      1:00 p.m.-1:50 p.m.   3-Aug    2   ZOOM
16732	R	                  6:30 p.m.-7:50 p.m.     19-Aug   2   ZOOM   Moss, Camelia        $29 Fee
Morgan, Darren            $39 Fee

HEALTH & WELLNESS                                                     LANGUAGE
DOODLING FOR MINDFULNESS                                              BEGINNING GERMAN I
                                                                      Beginning German is a great way to learn basics in the
Students will learn doodling techniques to promote
                                                                      German language and culture! In this class, you will
mindfulness and calm mind and spirit. These skills
                                                                      practice the four main elements to language learning -
translate well beyond the classroom for overall wellness.
                                                                      reading, writing, speaking, and listening to develop skills
No need to purchase anything special, come prepared
                                                                      that will make you a solid beginning German speaker.
with blank paper and a black pen and clean eraser to                  16464          TR	   3:30 p.m.-4:50 p.m.   29-Jun   8   ZOOM
play and create during class.                                         Card, Scott	         $109 Fee
16730         T           12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.   29-Jun   3   ZOOM
Burgess, Louise-Annette   $29 Fee
                                                                      INTERMEDIATE GERMAN I
YOGA BREATHING WORKSHOP                                               Use your base set of German skills and vocabulary to
                                                                      learn the initial higher level concepts of the German
Relieve stress, balance energy, and improve sleep in this
                                                                      language and expand your vocabulary base. Topics
workshop. Yoga breathing is a safe and natural way to
                                                                      include review of base concepts, body parts, words/
quickly affect your autonomic nervous system. Most
                                                                      phrases related to travel, pain/injuries, past tense, the
of us are stuck on autopilot, and we’re getting bounced
                                                                      dative case, and new kinds of prepositions. Completion
around by our environment, leaving us feeling wired but
                                                                      of Intermediate German I & II leads a learner to
tired, imbalanced, and frazzled. Yoga breathing offers
                                                                      “proficiency” in the language and prepares students for
many of the same benefits as meditation, but it’s easier
                                                                      Advanced German, where the most advanced skills and
to learn, can be practiced anywhere, and the results are
                                                                      grammatical topics of German are learned.
very predictable.                                                     16543          TR	   2:00 p.m.-3:20 p.m.   29-Jun   8   ZOOM
16774          W          10:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.   30-Jun   4   ZOOM   Card, Scott	         $109 Fee
Cloud, Patricia           $39 Fee

                                                                      CONVERSATIONAL GERMAN NEW!
HISTORY & CULTURE                                                     This conversational class is meant for students who
                                                                      already have proficient to advanced skills in the German
                                                                      language. The goal is to provide students with a place to
THE IMAGE OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE                                    either utilize their German, and/or continue their skill-
NEW!                                                                  building after completing the progression of German
                                                                      classes in the Community Education Program. The class
Inside a large basilica in Mexico City is housed an old               is best suited for non-native German speakers, although
cloak (or tilma) with a remarkable reputation and                     there may be value for a native German speaker who
history. This class will examine the story of the tilma,              simply wishes to have a place to hear/see/write/speak
and why it continues to exercise such hold over much of               German with others.
the world today.                                                      16749          TR	   5:00 p.m.-6:20 p.m.   29-Jun   8   ZOOM
16750          W          6:00 p.m.-7:50 p.m.     30-Jun   6   ZOOM   Card, Scott	         $109 Fee
Parson, Patrick           $89 Fee

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                           M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                                                      F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
11
                                                     Intermediate       LEARN AMERICAN ENGLISH, INTERMEDIATE &
                                                     & Advanced         ABOVE
                                                     Italian Grammar
                                                                        Use English more comfortably in casual and
                                                     with Maz Hafez
                                                                        professional situations. Homework will be assigned
                                                     Suliman, and
                                                                        as pre-work for each interactive class session--this
                                                     Conversational
                                                                        might be short readings, videos, vocabulary expansion,
                                                     Italian with
                                                                        or grammar pointers. Our Zoom room is where we
                                                     Barbara
                                                                        will practice and share about everything new we are
                                                     Marraccini
                                                                        learning. You’ll see, learning together is productive and a
                                                                        lot of fun!
                                                                        16755         W    6:00 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   30-Jun         5         ZOOM
                                                                        Jakub, Jana        $79 Fee
                                                                        16756         W    6:00 p.m.-7:20 p.m.   4-Aug          5         ZOOM
                                                                        Jakub, Jana        $79 Fee
ITALIAN, GRAMMAR INTERMEDIATE
Using Living Language Intermediate Italian textbook,                                                                      Spanish
you will learn important grammatical structures such                                                                      Conversation
as present, future, and past tenses, all while exploring a                                                                with Teresita
bit of Italian culture. Speaking mostly in Italian, you will                                                              Parson
grow your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills,
while enriching your vocabulary for use in a variety of
situations in everyday life.
16616         T       6:00 p.m.-7:50 p.m.   29-Jun        8      ZOOM
Hafez Suliman, Maz	   $99 Fee

ITALIAN, GRAMMAR ADVANCED
Using the Living Language Advanced Italian textbook,
you will take your Italian even further with a
comprehensive look at irregular verbs, advanced verb                    CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH
tenses, and complex sentences all while exploring a                     Take your Spanish conversational and linguistic skills
bit of Italian culture. Speaking exclusively in Italian,                to the next level! Get ready to travel more confidently
you will sharpen your reading, writing, listening, and                  in Spanish-speaking countries. “Conversation” topics
speaking skills while enriching your vocabulary for use                 include history, books, animals, plants, merchandise,
in a variety of situations in everyday life.                            cuisine, and how to buy and sell in many countries.
16759	R	              6:00 p.m.-7:50 p.m.   1-Jul         8      ZOOM
Hafez Suliman, Maz	   $99 Fee                                           Previous Spanish experience required.
                                                                        16751	R	           5:30 p.m.-6:50 p.m.   1-Jul          8         ZOOM
                                                                        Parson, Teresita   $89 Fee
SPANISH NOW! A FOR DAILY USE
Basic conversation for everyday use. For students with
little or no previous Spanish experience. Textbook
required Spanish NOW, level 1 with audio CD/MP3 CD-
                                                                        PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
7th or 8th edition.
16424         TR	     3:00 p.m.-4:20 p.m.   29-Jun        4      ZOOM   INTRODUCTION TO ASTROLOGY
Schlechter, Monica    $99 Fee
                                                                        Explore the realm of astrology by learning essential
                                                                        skills needed to understand astrological signs, planets,
SPANISH NOW! B FOR DAILY USE                                            and other aspects of astrology. The class will culminate
For students who have completed Spanish NOW! A, and                     in reading a tropical astrology chart.
would like to continue learning the basics of the Spanish               16760	R	           6:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m.   1-Jul          6         ZOOM
language. Textbook required Spanish NOW, level 1 with                   McCarthy, Marley   $59 Fee
audio CD/MP3 CD-7th or 8th edition.
16425         TR	     3:00 p.m.-4:20 p.m.   27-Jul        4      ZOOM
Schlechter, Monica    $99 Fee

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                             M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                                                        F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
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PROFESSIONAL GROWTH                                                    GETTING INTO THE FLOW 3: ESSENTIAL
                                                                       SKILLS FOR DRIVERS
                                                                       Students will build on the skills they learned in Getting
INTRO TO GRAPHIC DESIGN ADOBE SUITE                                    Into The Flow 1 & 2. We will delve deep into defensive
Learn about industry standards, shortcuts, and                         driving techniques, distracted driving, interacting with
resources for new designers. This course will use the                  others, passenger safety, and more. Take one or all three
Adobe Suite to challenge students to think about                       courses to become a safer driver. Open to any skill level.
                                                                       16789	M	      5:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m.          9-Aug       1
color theory, typography, and design hierarchy from a                  				                                                GOOGLE CLASSROOM
practical, solution-driven perspective. See supplies to                Hansen, Leah	 $29 Fee
bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies
16462         T     4:00 p.m.-5:50 p.m.   13-Jul      5	GOOGLE SUITE   DRIVER PERMIT PREPARATION
Petroccione, Cole   $99 Fee
                                                                       Having trouble passing the permit test or just need help
GET YOUR WEBSITE GOING WITH                                            studying? This course covers the Oregon Driver Manual
                                                                       and what you need to know to pass the Oregon Driver
WORDPRESS                                                              permit test.
The first steps of a website project are often the most                16786	M	            5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.    23-Aug      2	GOOGLE MEET
intimidating. This class will walk you through the                     DuBeau, Sharon      $35 Fee
process of securing hosting, purchasing a domain, and
getting WordPress installed on your new site. We will be               TRACTOR & FARM MACHINERY SAFETY
focusing on backend set up as well as front end design                 Tractor and farm safety and operation is designed
practices.                                                             and delivered in accordance with federal regulations
16736	R	            4:00 p.m.-5:50 p.m.   15-Jul      4	GOOGLE SUITE   for underage farmworkers ages 14 to 18. The class is
Petroccione, Cole   $69 Fee
                                                                       developed and operated in partnership with OSU
                                                                       Extension Service. Students must be at least 14 years
VEHICLE SAFETY &                                                       old to register. Payment is due at time of registration.
                                                                       Class is entirely online with no hands-on portion due
OPERATION                                                              to COVID-19. Each student must have their own GMAIL
                                                                       email address to participate. PREREGISTRATION IS
                                                                       REQUIRED. Registration forms are online at www.
GETTING INTO THE FLOW 1: ESSENTIAL SKILLS                              linnbenton.edu/tractor-safety. Textbook is included
                                                                       in fee and requires student or parent/guardian to pick
FOR DRIVERS                                                            them up at LBCC’s Albany Campus. Class must be
Did you or someone you know recently get their driving                 dropped 72 hours prior to the start date for refund.
permit? Did you take the requisite picture in front of                 16527	MTWR	         9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.   28-Jun      1	GOOGLE SUITE
the DMV and warn all your friends on social media?                                    F    8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.   2-Jul       1	GOOGLE SUITE
Guess what, that piece of paper means YOU have been                    Towery, Scott	      $69 Fee
                                                                       16621	MTWR	         1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.    28-Jun      1	GOOGLE SUITE
given the responsibility of teaching them how to drive,                               F    8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.   2-Jul       1	GOOGLE SUITE
or to learn yourself, and we are here to help. Whether                 Towery, Scott	      $69 Fee
you are just embarking on this new adventure or have
been learning to drive for a while and need some help,
these workshops are built for you! Take one or all three
to develop a firm foundation of safe driving skills and
techniques that are proven to reduce the possibility of a
crash or collision.
16787	M	      5:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m. 12-Jul              1
					                                              GOOGLE CLASSROOM
Hansen, Leah	 $29 Fee

GETTING INTO THE FLOW 2: ESSENTIAL
SKILLS FOR DRIVERS
Join us as we build on the basic foundation that
students learned in Getting Into the Flow 1. We will
look at night time driving, highway/freeway, inclement
weather, basic vehicle maintenance, and building a
safety cushion around your vehicle. Take one or all three
courses to become a safer driver. Open to any skill level.
16788	M	      5:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m.         26-Jul      1
				                                               GOOGLE CLASSROOM
Hansen, Leah	 $29 Fee

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                            M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                                                       F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
13

TEAM OREGON MOTORCYCLE CLASSES
LBCC’s motorcycle courses are offered in cooperation
                                                                                                 YOUTH & FAMILY
with TEAM OREGON, a nationally recognized leader
in motorcycle rider safety and skills training. TEAM                                             COMIC BOOK ART (AGES 8-13)
OREGON offers courses for riders of all levels of ability.
                                                                                                 In this 4-day workshop, kids will make their own
You can learn to ride, earn your motorcycle endorsement
                                                                                                 comic books, starting from creating a story, designing
or take your skills to the next level. The course
                                                                                                 characters, drawing, inking, and coloring to make a
instruction and coaching will help you to ride safer,
                                                                                                 unique single-issue comic book! Make a story in any
smarter, and more skillfully.
                                                                                                 genre - fantasy, sci-fi, adventure, mystery, nonfiction -
Basic and intermediate courses are approved for                                                  and create your own comics art style. Live, interactive
Oregon’s mandatory training requirement, and offer a                                             instruction over Zoom, with loads of extra resources
choice of traditional or online classroom.                                                       online. For youth ages 8-13. See supplies for class at
Basic Courses - $199                                                                             linnbenton.edu/supplies.
• Choose from Basic Rider Training (BRT) or eRiderTM                                             16767	MTWR	                    10:00 a.m.-11:20 a.m.           21-Jun              1           ZOOM
                                                                                                 Hernandez, Jen                 $69 Fee
  Basic
• 8 hours practice riding + classroom
                                                                                                 SKETCHBOOK STUDIO (AGES 8-13) NEW!
• Available to all riders 16 and older; mandatory for new                                        Join us as we practice figure, portrait, and animal
  riders under 21                                                                                drawing. Learn techniques in proportion setting, scaling,
Intermediate Courses - $169                                                                      and adding details, along with theater games and using
• Choose from Intermediate Rider Training (IRT) or                                               references will help students develop strong drawing
  eRiderTM Intermediate                                                                          skills and bring their illustrations to life. See supplies to
• 4 hours practice riding + classroom                                                            bring to class: linnbenton.edu/supplies
                                                                                                 16758	MTWR	                    10:00 a.m.-11:20 a.m.           28-Jun              1           ZOOM
• Available to all riders 21 and older                                                           Hernandez, Jen                 $69 Fee
Advanced Courses - $99
• Rider Skills Practice (RSP)
• 4.5 hours, no classroom
• Available to riders 16 and older with a motorcycle
  endorsement
• Other advanced courses are available through TEAM
  OREGON
Find complete training and licensing information,
course schedules and register online at the TEAM
OREGON website http://team-oregon.org; additional
assistance or information: 800-545-9944.

Request for Special Needs or Accommodations                                                      LBCC Comprehensive Statement of Nondiscrimination
Direct questions about or requests for special needs or accommodations to the LBCC               LBCC prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of
Disability Coordinator, RCH-105, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany, Oregon 97321, Phone (541) 917-   native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital
4789 or via Oregon Telecommunications Relay TTD at (800) 735- 2900 or (800) 735-1232 . Make      status, disability, veteran status, age, or any other status protected under applicable federal,
sign language interpreting or real-time transcribing requests 2-4 weeks in advance. Make         state, or local laws. For further information see Board Policy P1015 in our Board Policies and
all other requests at least 72 hours prior to the event. LBCC will make every effort to honor    Administrative Rules. Title II, IX, & Section 504: Scott Rolen, CC-108, (541) 917-4425 ; Lynne Cox,
requests. LBCC is an equal opportunity educator and employer.                                    T-107B, (541) 917-4806 , LBCC, Albany, Oregon. To report: linnbenton-advocate.symplicity.com/
                                                                                                 public_report

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                                                                                                 F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
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Small Business
Development                                                                                                       Willamette Hall, WH-120

Center
                                                                                                                  541-917-4929
                                                                                                                  linnbenton.edu/sbdc

GOING INTO BUSINESS                                                                                               Please Welcome Marissa
                                                                                                                  Schwartz as the new
FREE GOING INTO BUSINESS SEMINAR                                                                                  Director of the Small Business
                                                                                                                  Development Center!
Thinking about starting a business? In this FREE
seminar, you will get basic information needed to begin                                                           Marissa has a Master’s degree
planning your successful business. Rules, regulations,                                                            in International Business with
financing, customers, markets and feasibility, and more                                                           a focus on corporate social
will all be discussed. The seminars are offered through                                                           responsibility. Her experience
Zoom video conferencing.                                                                                          with business development
14839          T         3:00 p.m.-3:50 p.m.     22-Jun   1   ZOOM                                                includes a range of hands-on
Medellin, George         FREE                                                                                     experience in various market
15142          T         11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   13-Jul   1   ZOOM
Short, Melinda           FREE                                                                                     sectors. While at Oregon
15855          T         11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   3-Aug    1   ZOOM                                                Entrepreneurs Network (OEN),
Short, Melinda           FREE                                                                                     she spearheaded their first
16722          T         11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   24-Aug   1   ZOOM
Short, Melinda           FREE                                                                                     bilingual educational program.
16723          T         11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.   14-Sep   1   ZOOM   Marissa Schwartz, Director of the Small
Short, Melinda           FREE                                        Business Development Center (SBDC)

COMO EMPEZAR UNA EMPRESA
Esta contemplando empezar una empresa? En este                       BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS -HOW TO PRICE
curso se hablara de reglas, regulaciones, financiamiento,            YOUR PRODUCT OR SERVICE
mercado, clientela & factibilidad.                                   Whether you are just embarking on your new business
16728	R	                 5:00 p.m.-5:50 p.m.     22-Jul   1   ZOOM   adventure or have been in business a few years and need
Leon-Guerrero, Vanessa   FREE
                                                                     a refresher, this webinar is built with you in mind! Uses
                                                                     Zoom platform.
FOUNDATIONS OF BUSINESS                                              16725          T       3:00 p.m.-3:50 p.m.       20-Jul        1       ZOOM
                                                                     Short, Melinda         $34 Fee

BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS-IDENTIFYING YOUR
                                                                     BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS -SALES STRATEGIES
IDEAL CUSTOMER
                                                                     THAT WORK NEW!
Whether you are just embarking on your new business
adventure or have been in business a few years and need              Whether you are just embarking on your new business
a refresher, this webinar is built with you in mind! Uses            adventure or have been in business a few years and need
Zoom platform.                                                       a refresher, this webinar is built with you in mind! Uses
16724         T          3:00 p.m.-3:50 p.m.     13-Jul   1   ZOOM
                                                                     Zoom platform.
Medellin, George         $34 Fee                                     16726          T       3:00 p.m.-3:50 p.m.       27-Jul        1       ZOOM
                                                                     Haskell, Brian         $34 Fee

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                          M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
                                                                     F = Friday; S = Saturday; U = Sunday
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BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS -MAKE YOUR                                       QUICKBOOKS 2
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS WORK FOR YOU                                     The goal of this class is to introduce accounting
NEW!                                                                  clerks and bookkeepers to Controller level accounting
Whether you are just embarking on your new business                   processes. This twelve-hour course is designed to
adventure or have been in business a few years and need               provide you with advanced QuickBooks desktop and
a refresher, this webinar is built with you in mind! Uses             bookkeeping skills. You will be introduced to month
Zoom platform.                                                        end and year end closing processes, locating and
16727         T      3:00 p.m.-3:50 p.m.   3-Aug    1	NEW!
                                                                      fixing errors, comparing how QuickBooks Desktop
Medellin, George     $34 Fee                                          and QuickBooks Online function and more in a
                                                                      fun environment. Prequalification includes taking
                                                                      QuickBooks 1 and at least 1 year of computer-based
QUICKBOOKS                                                            accounting experience. Students will receive an
                                                                      invitation to join before class begins. Students are
GUIDED TOUR OF QUICKBOOKS                                             strongly encouraged to attend the classroom tour on
Whether you are new to accounting computer programs                   June 30, at 12pm PST/3pm EST. Class will open on June
or you want to learn some new tips and tricks for using               30, following the classroom tour, and you can join the
QuickBooks, this four-hour course will provide you with               class until August 5. The class is self-paced and must be
a tour of how to navigate QuickBooks, a basic review of               completed by September 2. Uses Google Classroom.
accounting terms, and an overview of various functions                15914          W	SELF-STUDY		            30-Jun   10	GOOGLE SUITE
within the software in a fun environment. This class                  Shaw, Jackie       $549 Fee
is slower paced so students new to QuickBooks can
become more comfortable with the software. This                       PRE-LICENSing
course is monitored by the instructor and Q&A will be
provided via the classroom chat. Students will receive
an invitation to connect before class begins. Students
                                                                      REAL ESTATE BROKER PRE-LICENSE
are strongly encouraged to attend the classroom tour                  This is an accelerated pre-license course designed to
on June 30, at 12pm PST/3pm EST. Class will be open on                prep you for the Oregon Real Estate Broker’s License
June 30, following the classroom tour, and you can join               Exam. Students are expected to have on-line capability,
the class until August 5. The class is self-paced and must            to self study, to attend all class sessions, and to attend a
be completed by September 2. Uses Google Classroom.                   9-5 study session on Saturday, August 21. This course is
16623          W	SELF-STUDY		              30-Jun   10	GOOGLE SUITE
                                                                      the fastest way to qualify to take the State exam. The
Shaw, Jackie       $219 Fee                                           area’s real estate market is beginning to turn around and
                                                                      now is the time to position yourself for the up-turn. This
QUICKBOOKS 1                                                          class will be offered through Zoom video conferencing.
                                                                      15916         W      6:00 p.m.-8:50 p.m. 16-Jun   10        ZOOM
From creating a new QuickBooks file to running                        		SELF-STUDY		16-Jun                              10        ZOOM
reports, this class will walk you through examples of                 	S	                  9:00 a.m.-4:50 p.m. 21-Aug    1        ZOOM
QuickBooks desktop functionality. This ten-hour course                Merrified, Donna Jo	 $695 Fee
is designed to provide you with the scope of capabilities
available in QuickBooks. You will be introduced to                    PROPERTY MANAGER PRE-LICENSE
basic functions including chart of accounts, bank                     Get prepared to take the State of Oregon Property
reconciliations, accounting terminology, customizing                  Manager License Exam. This course is the fastest way
& using reports, and more in a fun environment                        to qualify to take the exam which covers the role of
that encourages Q&A. This course is fast-paced so                     property managers, tenant relations, fair housing, lease
experience navigating software and previous exposure                  agreements and more. You must attend all evening class
to computer-based accounting is highly recommended.                   sessions through Zoom, and have online capacity to
Users new to QuickBooks may need to watch the                         complete the self-study portion of this course.
classroom videos more than once as needed. This course                16729        T 6:00 p.m.-7:50 p.m. 13-Jul          7        ZOOM
is monitored by the instructor and Q&A will be provided               		SELF-STUDY		13-Jul                               7        ZOOM
                                                                      Jaure, Julia   $600 Fee
via the classroom chat. Students are encouraged to
bring questions from their own experiences to class.
Students will receive an invitation to join before class
begins. Students are strongly encouraged to attend the
classroom tour on June 30, at 12pm PST/3pm EST. Class
will open on June 30, following the classroom tour, and
you can join the class until August 5. The class is self-
paced and must be completed by September 2. Uses
Google Classroom.
14154          W	SELF-STUDY		              30-Jun   10	GOOGLE SUITE
Shaw, Jackie       $449 Fee

Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                           M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
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Family Resource
                                                                                                    Parenting Education
                                                                                                    541-917-4884
                                                                                                    connect@linnbenton.edu

& Education
                                                                                                    Child Care Workforce Training
                                                                                                    541-917-4889
                                                                                                    connect@linnbenton.edu

Center
PARENTING WORKSHOPS AND CLASS SERIES                            CREATING AN INCLUSIVE EARLY LEARNING &
                                                                DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
INCREDIBLE YEARS                                                This session focuses on taking the necessary steps to
For families with children ages 2-10 years old. Raise           create an inclusive early learning and development
responsible children! Use play and praise to build a more       program (ELDP). Participants will examine how
cooperative relationship with your children. Create a           inclusive practices benefit all children, select steps to
more pleasant and enjoyable home life. Learn how to             creating an inclusive ELDP, and select strategies to
make clear family rules. Prevent and reduce behavior            implement inclusive practices in their ELDPs. SN
problems. Improve your children’s social skills. This is a      16763       T         6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.    10-Aug     1      ONLINE
“remote” learning course available to anyone with access        STAFF                 $20 Fee

to an internet device with a camera and microphone.
Sponsored by the Oregon Parenting Education                     CURRICULUM DESIGN THAT NURTURES
Collaborative (OPEC). Free materials and incentives             INFANT & TODDLER DEVELOPMENT CARE
for participation. For information and to register email        GIVING
connect@linnbenton.edu or call 541-917-4884.                    Infants and Toddlers need a curriculum? Join us
15910         W   6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.   23-Jun    11   ONLINE
Keiser, Joy       FREE
                                                                while we explore meaning behind responsive care
                                                                relationships, daily routines and planned experiences
                                                                that promote learning and growth. Walk away with a
CHILD CARE WORKFORCE TRAINING                                   one month curriculum planner unique to your infant
                                                                and toddler environment, filled with activities that offer
TEAM CENTERED APPROACH FOR DIFFICULT                            opportunities for growth in the core developmental
BEHAVIOR IN THE CLASSROOM                                       domains.
                                                                16744       T         6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.    17-Aug     1      ONLINE
Participants explore and create a process to review             STAFF                 $20 Fee
the current strengths and challenges of individual
children with special needs in the classroom. Along side
colleagues with diverse perspectives, examine how to
                                                                RETURNING TO OUR ROOTS: TAKING THE
create a team-centered approach that supports every             CLASSROOM OUTDOORS
child’s success. OA/UGB                                         Outdoor play is essential to whole child development.
16740         W   6:00 P.M.-9:00 P.M.   14-JUL	   1    ONLINE   There has been a shift around the world toward nature-
STAFF             $20 FEE                                       based early childhood education. Participants will
                                                                explore the concept of nature-based ECE and examine
USING MINDFUL REFLECTION &                                      curriculum and program effectiveness for kindergarten
COMMUNICATION PRACTICES WITH                                    readiness.
                                                                16742	R	              6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.    26-Aug     1      ONLINE
CULTURALLY DIVERSE CHILDREN                                     STAFF                 $20 Fee
Participants in this training will explore how to
become a culturally responsive early childhood
practitioner while working with children who come                  JOIN THE CHILD CARE WORKFORCE
from backgrounds different from the teacher. The                   Family Connections is the designated child care
Deficit Thinking Model and how attributions guide an               resource and referral serving Linn, Benton &
adult’s response to a child’s behavior will be discussed.          Lincoln counties. Services offered:
Participants will learn the 6 step process for mindful             • Starting your Business                           For more
reflection and communication that early childhood                  • Connecting with Families                         information,
educators and caregivers can use when interacting with                                                                contact
                                                                   • Navigating the ODHS State Payment System
children from culturally diverse backgrounds. DIV                                                                     Family
                                                                   • Connecting to Available Resources
16741         W   6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.   28-Jul    1    ONLINE                                                         Connections
STAFF             $20 Fee                                          • Ongoing Support and Connection                   at
                                                                   • Continuing Training Opportunities                541-917-4899
Click here to register or call 541-917-4840                     M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
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                                          Attend Classes via Zoom!

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                                              Basic
                                                                   Need basic math, writing or computer skills?

                                                                   Need your GED? ¿Usted quiere obtener el GED®?

                                               Skills              PRE-COLLEGE INSTRUCTION

   Your first step:
   Attend a FREE Orientation Session online
   **To be eligible for ABS programs you must live permanently in the United States
     and attend a mandatory orientation session.

   Visit www.linnbenton.edu/ela to learn about the ELA (English Lanaguage Acquisition)
   program, and visit www.linnbenton.edu/ged for more information about the GED® program.

   Still have questions?
   Email us: GED@linnbenton.edu                                      Call us:
                  ELA@linnbenton.edu                                 541-917-4710
                  spanishGED@linnbenton.edu                          Hablamos Español: 541-917-4712

                        Kirsten is your ABS
                        Student Navigator!

                                               Megan is your Orientation
                                                   and Data Specialist.
                                                    ¡Ella habla español!
Click here to register or call 541-917-4840          M = Monday; T = Tuesday; W = Wednesday; R = Thursday;
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Teaching Connects Us.

We are hiring creative
and passionate people to
teach remotely in the
following areas:
  Art & Crafts                    Music

  Computers                       Personal Growth

  Food & Cooking                  Professional Growth

  Gardening                       Writing

  History                         Youth & Family

  Fitness & Dance

  Language                      and more!

Email us now to get                                Sue Stone
started.                                           stones@linnbenton.edu

Click here for more                                Ryan Kinnett
information                                        kinnetr@linnbenton.edu

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