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FUN Arts/CraftsWORKSHOP - for AuthenticStained Glass StudentsThis class is for those who have taken theBeginning class with Wizzi and want tocontinue working on other projects of theirchoice. You must have taken a beginningclass from Wizzi in order to register for thisclass. The class will be held at the same timeas the beginning class. You will select yourown projects and purchase your own glassand supplies. Your material fee will dependon the project you select.NOTE: You will select your project and purchaseyour glass and supplies separately.A Wizzi Wisilinski 85May 21 - Jun 25 Tue 1 pm - 4 pm6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259B Wizzi Wisilinski 85Jul 2 - Aug 6Tue 1 pm - 4 pm6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259C Wizzi Wisilinski 85Aug 13 - Sep 17 Tue 1 pm - 4 pm6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259Watercolor PaintingThis is a great class for beginning toadvanced students. Have you alwayswanted to learn to paint with Watercolors?This class is set in a relaxed social settingfor students to learn and create watercolorart at their own pace. Learn the basictechniques, color, and composition. You willreceive individual assistance and experiencethe joy of painting watercolor. Diana Isho 95 30 mat. fee*Aug 20 - Sep 10Wed 6 pm - 9 pm4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259*pay 30 material fee to instructor at first classJewelry MetalStampingAdd a personaltouch to make anyday special! Makea custom pendant,bracelet or earringsusing a metalstamping technique.No crafting skillsnecessary! If youcan use a hammer, you can learn to makebeautiful custom jewelry. This course willintroduce students to the basics of metalstamping. Learn the best metals to use,design ideas, basic techniques. You willcomplete a project of your own design inclass! 25 material fee paid to instructorat class for supplies. Take a moment toexplore the inspirational photos collectedfor this class: -class/Beginning Sketching andDrawing in Mixed MediaEnjoy learning to sketch, draw andexperiment with various art media. Wewill have fun working in pencil, ink,colored pencil, charcoal, craypens andmore. You will learn about differentdrawing techniques and be introduced toworks of other artists while developingyour own drawing style. All levels ofstudents are welcome. Diana Isho 95 30 mat. fee*Aug 8 - Aug 29Thu 6 pm - 9 pm4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259*pay 30 material fee to instructor at first classNOTE: Bring to class: A 16 oz. householdhammer; Optional: earplugs. Material feeincludes a set of alphabet and numerical stampsthat the student will take home, and a variety ofmetal stamping blanks. Debra Greenlee 29 25 mat. fee*Aug 13Tue 6 pm - 9 pm1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 259*pay 25 material fee to instructor at first classregister online w w w. m j c 4l i f e.or g or call 209.575.60637

Music FUNMUSICHealthy HarmonicaDo you have COPD, asthma, prone topneumonia or other breathing problems?Ask your physician about learning theharmonica. Playing a wind instrument canbe a wonderful way to exercise lungs, andpromote better lung function. A harmonicais small, light, inexpensive and fun!Breathing is our foundation when playingharmonica for healthy, vibrant living. Wewill take the simplest of pop, folk andblues rhythms and melodies and invigoratethem with simple, but powerful, breathingtechniques to make any song deeplyexpressive! No previous musical experienceis required - only a desire to have fun, feelhealthier and alive!NOTE: Bring a Major Diatonic Harmonica in thekey C; available in class for 13, if you do nothave one. Material fee is for instructional CD andhandouts. David Broida 35 15 mat. fee*Jul 31Wed 6 pm - 7:30 pm1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 261*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first classYou Can Uke!Ukulele for beginnersor rusty players.Experiencedplayers welcometoo. Learnor reviewfret board,chords,and strums.Relaxed class- No musicalbackground necessary. We’ll learn songsmade popular by famous ukulele players- from Hawaiian to Rock & Roll and more.Bring your friends and family.NOTE: Bring any type of ukulele. Lorrie Freitas 45 5 mat. fee*Jul 8 - Jul 29Mon 6 pm - 7:30 pm4 sessions Music Bldg, 112*pay 5 material fee to instructor at first class Beginning Piano Immersion forAdultsBeginning Blues HarmonicaBeginning Blues Harmonica will get youjammin’ the blues immediately! Ouremphasis will be on playing and having funas you are introduced to many of the tricksand techniques to make the harmonicacry, laugh, wail and scream! No previousmusical experience or harmonica training isrequired.NOTE: Bring a Major Diatonic Harmonica in thekey C; available in class for 13, if you do nothave one. Material fee for instructional CD andhandouts.Have you always wanted to play piano butit was never the right time? We have theopportunity for you to take 7 eveningsout of your busy schedule and get a greatjump-start to learning to play. Come learnin a warm, supportive class. You will workat your pace on individual keyboards, usinga great book and a wonderful instructor.You will be surprised by how much you canlearn in a short period of time using thisfun immersion method.NOTE: Bring a pair of full sized headphones. debee loyd 89 10 mat. fee*Jul 1 - Jul 10Mon, Tue, Wed6 pm - 8 pm6 sessions Music Bldg, 109*pay 10 material fee at time of registration David Broida 35 15 mat. fee*Jul 31Wed 7:45 pm - 9:15 pm1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 261*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first class8m j c 4l i f e C O M M U N IT Y E D U C AT ION S U M M ER 2019

FUN SewingSEWINGBeginning Guitar - StrummingFun IA stress-free introduction to guitar basicsthat will have you playing simple songsin no time. There are literally hundredsof songs that use the same simple, basicchords. You’ll be amazed at how easy it isto begin to play these songs in just a fewsessions. Paul Espinoza is an accomplishedmusician with the contemporary Celticgroup Golden Bough. He will share hisexpertise, inspiration and love of musicwith his students. Don’t miss this wonderfulopportunity to learn the basics of theguitar!NOTE: Material fee for practice CD. Bring yourguitar. Paul Espinoza 69 15 mat. fee*Jun 4 - Jul 9Tue 6 pm - 7 pm6 sessions Music Bldg, 112*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first classBeginning Guitar, Part 2Strumming Fun IINow that you have learned the basics,join this continuing guitar class and learnto play intermediate songs. Paul Espinozais an accomplished musician with thecontemporary Celtic group Golden Bough.He will share his expertise, inspiration andlove of music with with his students. Don’tmiss this wonderful opportunity to learnfrom an expert and improve your guitarskills!Adult SewingDo you want to learn how to sew andalter your own clothes or sew items foryour home? Maybe you need to learnto use your own sewing machine. Thiscourse is designed to help you developbasic sewing skills and to take the mysteryand frustration out of the process ofoperating a sewing machine. Taughtby an expert sewing instructor, you willlearn how to operate and troubleshoot asewing machine, hand-sewing techniques,purchase fabric, cut and sew your projects.Projects include: double drawstring bag,pillow with zipper and an apron. Patternsare provided.NOTE: No class Jul 2. If you have your ownmachine and want to use it, bring it to class,along with bobbins and operating manual. Bringto class a pair of scissors, tape measure, seamripper, seam gauge, magnetic pin cushion, pins(preferably quilting pins) and tailor’s chalk. Don’tpurchase supplies until you call our office toconfirm class will be held. Ask for supply list orgo to www.mjc.edu/commed. Carrie Carlile-Ward 129Jun 11 - Jul 23Tue 6:30 pm - 9 pm6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 264NOTE: Prerequisite: Beginning Guitar. Bring yourguitar. Paul Espinoza 69 15 mat. fee*Jun 4 - Jul 9Tue 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm6 sessions Music Bldg, 112*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first classregister online w w w. m j c 4l i f e.or g or call 209.575.60639

Cooking FUNCOOKINGItalian Fresh PastaCome learn the art of creating fresh,Italian pasta. There is a world ofdifference in the taste of fresh pastacompared to store bought. In this class wewill learn how to make 3 different types ofpasta, fresh pesto, Italian red sauce andAlfredo sauce. 15 material fee paid atclass.Let’s Salsa!!Thisworkshopis basicallya great partywith tomatoes as theguest of honor! With allof the wonderful tomatoesrolling out of our central valley all summer,it would be a shame not to jar as many aspossible for a rainy day! You will learn howto make a delicious batch of shelf stablesalsa AND a quick refrigerator salsa too!!Everyone goes home with a jar of both ofthe delicious concoctions! Bambi Porter 35 15 mat. fee*Jun 22Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary Classroom*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first class hef Gene Womble 35 15 mat. fee*CJun 23Sun 1 pm - 4 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary Classroom*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first classCanning And Preserving Lowor No Sugar Jam - Peach andStone FruitsHere intheCentralValley our fruitgrows sweetand delicious!At thisworkshop youwill learn the basics of making jam,including a low or no sugar variety and theimportance of preserving food safely. Wewill make peach and stone fruit jams thattaste so good, you will never want to buystore bought again. Bambi Porter 35 15 mat. fee*Jul 13Sat 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary ClassroomMaking Nut ButtersIn case you have not noticed our CentralValley has gone NUTS! There are walnutsand almonds being produced right in ourbackyard. Learn to turn these deliciousmorsels into a luscious butter that yourwhole family will love. We will get quitecreative adding a few different ingredientsto transform your nut butter to nothingshort of AMAZING! Nut butters are a greatgift giving idea too. Everyone will go homewith a jar of our creation!! Bambi Porter 35 15 mat. fee*Jun 1Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary Classroom*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first class*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first class10 m j c 4l i f e C O M M U N IT Y E D U C AT ION S U M M ER 2019

FUN CookingFire Up a VietnameseBarbecue!Brine and Rubs and MarinadeLearn how the pros prepare moretender, flavorful and juicy poultry andmeat. Meat is generally the mostexpensive part of a meal, so don’t let it goto waste. Brine, rubs and marinade arethree easy ways you can make affordableproteins taste delicious and expensive.Join Annie and learn how to makesome delicious Vietnamesesummertime favorites! Annie will teachyou how to prepare beef and chickenbarbecued meat skewers with exoticflavors. Next we will prepare a fresh bowlof noodles to serve under the skewers.Amaze your family with something easyand new for dinner! Annie Henrich 35 15 mat. fee*Jun 8Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary Classroom*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first class Bernadette Burns 35 15 mat. fee*May 25Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary Classroom*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first classExotic Flavors- EthiopiaandSenegalDiscover aworld ofexotic flavorswithout leaving home!This class will focus on spice blends such asBerbere, the flavor backbone of Ethiopiancooking. We will prepare wonderful, earthysoups and stews, modern versions of oldworld dishes. Next discover how Senegal’scuisine is influenced by its Atlanticcoastline, African heritage, and flavorsfrom Europe and Arabia. Enjoy the newexperience and learn how to prepare somefun and exotic dishes for your friends andfamily! Bernadette Burns 35 15 mat. fee*Aug 3Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary ClassroomFabulous French Pastries!Learn the art of French choux pastry.These beautiful pastries are light andairy on the inside and crisp on theoutside. Annie will teach you how toimpress your friends and family with bothsweet and savory pastries. Choux pastry willbe used to create Choux à la Créme (CreamPuffs) & Chocolate Éclairs. We will alsomake Gougères, a delicious cheese puffappetizer perfect for parties. Annie Henrich 35 15 mat. fee*Jul 13Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary Classroom*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first class*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first classregister online w w w. m j c 4l i f e.or g or call 209.575.606311

Cooking FUNHealthy7-DayFoodPrepJapanese Bento Box MealBento is a single portion meal packedin a container/box so a Bento Box is alunch box called “Bento Bako” inJapanese. You will learn how to make thevery special Japanese cooked rice to go inthe box, marinate and cook TeriyakiChicken from scratch, make a JapaneseRolled Omelet “Dashimaki Tamago” and agreen Chrysanthemum leaves with “Gomaae” sauce to complete this traditional to golunch. Optional Bento Boxes are availableat class for purchase from 10 to 20 each.You canhire achef tomake healthy meals each week. You canpurchase healthy meals from one of thosefood prep businesses. Doesn’t it make moredollars and cents to do it yourself? At thisworkshop you will learn how to planbreakfast and lunch choices that will beHEALTHY and DELICIOUS. Be sure to bringyour appetite nobody will go homehungry! Bambi Porter 35 15 mat. fee*May 18Sat 2 pm - 5 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary Classroom*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first class Annie Henrich 35 15 mat. fee*Aug 10Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary ClassroomBeyonda GreenSalad*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first classKitchenBasicsTired ofcheap fastfood andthe highcost ofeating atrestaurants? Would you like to save moneyand prepare your own easy, healthy meals?If you don’t know where to start, or cookvery little, this class is specifically designedfor YOU! Over the course of four classeswe will focus on fresh, seasonal menuseveryone will love. You will learn new skillsin every class and gain the confidence tocook in your kitchen. Come join in the funand enjoy the good food we prepare inclass!Chef Gene Wamble 109 40 mat. fee*Jul 10 - Jul 31Wed 11 am - 2 pm4 sessions Direct Appliance,Culinary ClassroomThissupernutritiousQuinoa andEdamame(soybean)salad is a sure crowd pleaser with itsawakening flavors and textures preparedusing bell pepper, cilantro, corn, andavocado. Serve as a side dish or filling in apita sandwich. Next, is the Thai Beef saladcomposed of marinated flank steak withvermicelli noodles, carrots, cabbage, freshbasil and drizzled with tangy pineapplechili vinaigrette. Next is an easy Greekspinach salad that combines peppers, feta,cucumbers and spinach topped with ahomemade vinaigrette for a refreshingdish. Opa! Bernadette Burns 35 15 mat. fee*Jul 27Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary Classroom*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first lass*pay 40 material fee to instructor at first class12 m j c 4l i f e C O M M U N IT Y E D U C AT ION S U M M ER 2019

FUN Dance/ActivitiesDANCERomanticSlowDancingHealthy Mediterranean on theGo!Join Caroline Mitri CHHC and have funwith-hands on learning how to preparequick and healthy delightfulMediterranean dishes. This class will featuresome of the most popular foods. Learn howto make your own versatile hummus,Shawarma and yogurt salad. Taste thedifference between Jasmine and Basmatirice and much more. Caroline will showstudents many simple modifications toaccommodate a dairy and gluten free diet,including a dessert. She is an immigrantwith all the secrets about spices and herbsof the Middle East. Come enjoy a tastymeal that you would want to share withyour family and friends.In this class,Eric and RobinAnderson willteach you tomove aroundthe floor withthe musicinstead of just turning in little circles inone place! We will work on the basics ofleading and following and then move intothe steps that will have you gliding acrossthe floor to your favorite slow songs.NOTE: No partner required, but encouraged inthis slow dancing class.A Eric & RobinAnderson 39Jul 25 - Aug 15Thu 6:45 pm - 7:45 pm4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 253B Eric & RobinAnderson 39Jul 25 - Aug 15Thu 8 pm - 9 pm4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 253 Caroline Mitri 35 15 mat. fee*Aug 17Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm1 session Direct Appliance,Culinary Classroom*pay 15 material fee to instructor at first classACTIVITIEST’ai Chi forEvery Body- Outdoors!Come reap thebenefits of ourregular T’ai Chiclass and enjoythe outdoors.NOTE: Wear comfortable clothing. Ask forrelease forms or go to www.mjc4life.org.register online A Naser Ataee &Mary Layton 69Jun 1 - Jul 20Sat 9 am - 10 am8 sessions Quad - WCB Naser Ataee &Mary Layton 69Jul 27 - Sep 14Sat 9 am - 10 am8 sessions Quad - WCw w w. m j c 4l i f e.or g or call 209.575.606313

Activities FUNT’ai Chi for Every BodyThis ever-popular class continues to offerquality and professional instruction in T’aiChi. This slow relaxing movement reducesstress by promoting a physical and mentalworkout. It’s about gaining self-awarenessand self-discipline. Originally a ChineseMartial Art, T’ai Chi has many aspects. It isa meditative dance like in nature and canalso be used as a form of aerobic exercise.NOTE: Wear comfortable clothing. Ask forrelease forms or go to www.mjc4life.org.A Naser Ataee &Mary Layton 69Jun 3 - Jul 22Mon 6 pm - 7 pm8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265B Naser Ataee &Mary Layton 69Jul 29 - Sep 16Mon 6 pm - 7 pm8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265AquacizeIt!Exercising inwater makesyou feel about90 percentlighter. Whenyou jump or run in the water, your bodydoes not experience the same impact thatthose moves cause when done on land. Thismakes it an ideal activity for those witharthritis, back probl

Beaded Bracelet. Learn the art of bead stringing and . make your version of this beautiful wine leaf beaded bracelet in this 2 hour class. Enjoy the ability to make custom jewelry for your family and friends. Debbi Greenlee will show you the professional techniques used to construct a