Continuing Education Winter Mailer 2019-20 by MCC Community & Workforce Education

CONTINUING

EDUCATION Where life and learning connect

Winter 2019 page 36

NEW AT MCC NORTH EXPRESS Science On a Sphere:

A new way to see the world

COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE Saturday, Dec. 7 â&#x20AC;¢ 10 a.m.-1 p.m. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St.

page 17 College for Kids and Teens STEM/Technology courses

Inside

MCC EXPLORE:

Lifelong Learners, courses for the 62-plus community

Volume 12 Issue 4

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 HIGHLIGHTED LOCATIONS

30 MUSIC

6 ANIMALS

31 ONLINE LEARNING

7 ARTS AND CRAFTS

33 PHOTOGRAPHY

10 AUTOMOTIVE

33 PROTO DESIGN LAB

10 BASIC FINANCE

35 REMODELING/REPAIR WORKSHOPS

11 BUSINESS/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

35 RENEW AND REPAIR

15 COLLEGE FOR KIDS

36 SCIENCE ON SPHERE

17 COLLEGE FOR TEENS

38 SPECIAL EVENTS

18 COMMUNICATION AND WRITING

38 SPORTS AND GAMES

19 COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY

39 TEXTILES

23 COFFEE COLLEGE

41 TRAVELING CLASSROOMS

23 COOKING AT HOME

42 WELLNESS

24 CULINARY-OPEN KITCHEN WORKSHOPS

44 WORKFORCE INNOVATION DIVISION

25 DANCE 26 HISTORICAL INTEREST 27 HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS 30 HORTICULTURE

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Metropolitan Community College Volume 12 Issue 4 Metropolitan Community College (USPS 024-477) is published quarterly by Metropolitan Community College, 5300 N. 30th St., Omaha, NE 68111-1610. Periodicals postage paid at Omaha, NE 68108. Postmaster: Send address changes to Metropolitan Community College, P.O. Box 3777, Omaha, NE 68103-0777.

BLAIR

Blair Public Library, 2233 Civic Drive, Blair, NE The Blair Public Library and Technology Center combines modern technology, expanded collection and staff areas, and multi-use meeting spaces. The 27,000 square-foot facility provides 4,500 square feet of public gathering and meeting spaces, including a technology-rich conference room, a warming kitchen, public restrooms and 1,800 square-feet of sub-dividable meeting space. Unique library spaces include a 1,000 square-foot art exhibit space, and a 500 square-foot Makerspace with digital media, recording, 3D printing and scanning and a variety of other creative opportunities.

• Nailing Your Interview

FREMONT AREA CENTER

• College for Kids—*Game of Drones

835 N. BROAD ST., FREMONT, NE

• Microsoft Excel Basics

Located in a former junior high school building, the fast-growing Fremont Area Center now boasts three times the space of its prior location in Eastville Plaza. Opened in 2007, the center includes 11 classrooms, computer labs, student services and a modern Certified Nursing Assistant lab. Additionally, the center anchors the Data Center Management program; a data center lab connects students physically and digitally to courses. The Data Center Career Academy gives high school students the opportunity to tackle special topics in information technology.

• History of Christmas Traditions • Modern Cross Stitch

• Advanced Games • Basic Dog Obedience • Dog Toy Workshop: The Best Bark for Your Buck • K9 Cardio • Paw Wax for Pups

CENTER FOR ADVANCED AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGY Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St.

The Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology is a high-tech playground built for those interested in any job relating to computers, automated machinery and more. CAET is a regional hub that brings together technology, innovation and economic growth. The 63,400 square-foot building has classrooms and labs of all shapes and sizes. This encourages students to work together no matter what the project is. The program offerings are vast, with all types of technology, corporate training, proto design and fabrication offerings within the building. View the PROTO Design Lab and Workforce Innovation Division section in this mailer to find a class offering that works for you.

• Puppy Parkour Workshop • Ballroom Dance: Intermediate • Ballroom Advanced: Swing • Nebraska True Crime Descriptions and class information can be found throughout this mailer or online at mccneb.edu/ce. • Click on Registration Options • Click on Register Now • Search for any class that you want

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• InDesign for Business • Microsoft Publisher: The Lost Art of Layout • Mobile App Design • MS Project Made Easy • Unlocked—Android Phones • Windows vs. Chrome OS • Your Digital Legacy • *Air Fryer Cooking • Evolution of Monsters

MCC AT DO SPACE 7205 Dodge St. (second floor)

Together with our partners at the nonprofit Community Information Trust, Metropolitan Community College houses a modern training center that brings the best of today’s technology to central Omaha, utilizing the second floor of Do Space. Flexible, active learning opportunities are offered for all types of learners, including older adults, job seekers, incumbent workers, emerging entrepreneurs, parents with young children, teens and college-bound students.

• Midwest Crime Bosses • Nebraska True Crime • Prospect Hill Cemetery Presentation • Ceramics: Holiday Trinkets • Holiday Gift Tags • Seniors Acrylic for the Holidays • Vinyl Cutting–Designing Your Ugly Holiday Shirts

NEW CLASSES AT MCC AT DO SPACE

• History of Christmas Traditions

• Decorative Light Boxes

• Holiday Embroidery

• Getting Crafty with Vinyl

• Electronic Dance Music

• Homemade Soaps and Lotions

• Aging in Place

• *Parent/Child Quilling Project

• Sustainable Practices—Learn How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

• Polymer Clay Jewelry

• Classical Greek Architecture

• Senior Watercolor for Beginners

• Healthy Happy Hormones

• Find the Best Deals and Avoid Scams

• Moving Beyond Auto-Pilot

• How to Manage College Debt

• Saying What You Mean—Meaning What You Say

• Investing for Beginners

• *The Longevity Spiral: Exploring the Gut-Brain Connection

• Build Your Own E-Portfolio

• *The Longevity Spiral: How to stay L.E.A.N.

• Graphic Design for Small Business and Entrepreneurs

• *The Longevity Spiral: Teachers, Are You Ready to Live Like Centenarians?

• Grow Your Biz with Social Media Video • How to Make Money with “Side Hustles” • Managing Millennials • PayPal for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs • Résumé Building for the 21st Century • Social Media Essentials for Nonprofits • Tech Savvy for Business • *3D Printing for Beginners • Digital Newsletters and Invitations • Diving into WordPress Development • Facebook Marketplace 2 Register: mccneb.edu/ce • 531-MCC-5231

COLLEGE FOR KIDS AND TEENS • College for Kids—Be a Roman Archeologist for a Day • College for Kids—Snack Attack • College for Kids—Presidents: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow • College for Kids—Parent and Me Handprint Plate • College for Kids—Unicorn Painting Party • College for Kids—Fit Kids: Holiday Style • College for Teens—Become a Professional Youtuber©/Streamer • College for Teens—Everyone Can Code • College for Teens—Science Literacy *no discounts

• *Healthy Coping Strategies • *Emotional Intelligence and Interpersonal Communication • *Resiliency—How do I Handle Setbacks? • History of Omaha Hockey • Beginners Yoga for Seniors • French Braiding 101 • Healing with Gemstones • Herbs and Holistic Health • Modern Trends in Weight Management • What is Healthy Aging?

MCC NORTH EXPRESS AT THE HIGHLANDER 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) MCC North Express is located in the Accelerator, a 65,000 squarefoot building filled with educational resources, wellness, recreation and socializing amenities. Situated in the heart of the Highlander neighborhood of North Omaha, the center empowers students and the surrounding community through rich learning experiences and activities.

NEW CLASSES AT MCC NORTH EXPRESS • Creative Life—How to Use Color • Creative Life—Sketchbook Journal • Creative Life—The Love Book • Creative Life—Water Media Workshop • DIY Greeting Cards • Drawing Drop In—Go with Graphite • Drawing Drop In—Ink washing • Drawing Drop In—Mixed Media Soup • Drawing Drop In—Not Your Mama’s Tea Time • Drawing Drop In—Zendoodle in Color • *Mindful Self-Care Tools for Educators • Event Design and Floral Artistry • Event Planning Business: Increasing Sales • Conference Logistics • Event Destination Management • College for Teens—Drone Coding Camp • College for Teens—You Go Girl Code Club • Playwright Life—Performance and Production • Playwright Life—Plotting and Developing • Playwright Life—Telling your Story • Appy Hour • Appy Hour for Seniors • Coffee College: Paint and Sip • *What Does it Mean to be Healthy? • *What’s on My Plate—Making it Count

SCIENCE ON A SPHERE—Pages 16 and 36 • College for Kids—Birds on the Move • College for Kids—Climate Change • College for Kids—Extreme Weather • College for Kids—Sharks on the Move • College for Kids—Tour the Solar System • Birds on the Move • Climate Change • Extreme Weather • Sharks on the Move • Tour the Solar System • Continental Divide • Karst Landscapes • Rocky Mountain National Park • How Do Hurricanes Form • How Do Thunderstorms Form • How Does Weather Radar Work • How to Make a Weather Forecast • How to Read Weather Charts • How to Take a Weather Observation • The Future of Weather Forecasting • Weather Fronts and Formations • Global Warming and Climate Change • The Dynamics of Warp Drive Engine • Entangled Particles and Warp Bubbles • Nebraska Aviation • Nikola Tesla • Space Propulsion • The Discovery of Exoplanets • The Earth’s Climate • The Future of Space Travel • Science on a Sphere—Are UFOs Real? • Science on a Sphere—The Bermuda Triangle • Science on a Sphere—Are Ghosts Real? • Science on a Sphere—Paranormal Analysis and Equipment

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Adult Education at MCC North Express

MCC has a long tradition of offering developmental education services that assist students who are at a pre-college level attain the skills necessary to be successful in college-level coursework. This focus is emphasized through a commitment to student success, studentcentered learning and teaching excellence. Coursework includes GED, ESL, National Career Readiness Certification, Earn to Learn, tutoring and Read Right. For more information, contact the Adult Education office at 531-MCC-4060 or adultedu@mccneb.edu.

Re-Entry Services at MCC North Express

The 180 Re-Entry Assistance program provides re-entry services and support to individuals transitioning from correctional facilities. MCC 180 RAP helps this population make a successful transition into college or a career. Call 531-MCC-7368 for more information.

MCC SOUTH EXPRESS 3002 S. 24th St., Omaha, NE

• *Contractor and Business Academy—Spanish • College for Kids—3D Pen STEM Creations—Bridge Lesson • College for Kids—*Art Electric • College for Kids—Lift Off! Programming and Flying Drones Using Swift Playgrounds • College for Teens—*Lego Robotics—Mindstorms • Prospect Hill Cemetery Presentation • Public Art in the Midwest • College for Kids— Holiday Painting for Kids • Yoga for Every Body Descriptions and class information can be found throughout this mailer or online at mccneb.edu/ce. • Click on Registration Options • Click on Register Now • Search for any class that you want

Adult Education at MCC South Express First step to success

Metropolitan Community College Adult Education provides individuals with an opportunity to improve their skills on the path to a high school diploma or postsecondary education. Our goal is to open doors to better paying jobs, new careers, college classrooms and brighter futures.

Earn a high school diploma

GED: The GED test measures what graduating high school seniors know and what colleges and employers will expect from you.

Learn English

ESL: MCC Adult Education provides noncredit ESL classes for literacy level, non-English speaking students. The classes focus on basic English and survival English skills. Students who can already communicate in English should consider continuing to improve their English speaking and writing skills in credit classes. We have six different ESL levels. Once a student has completed level six, a variety of options will be available depending upon each unique situation.

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Launch your career

Earn and Learn program: The first component of preparing you for job success. Align your skills with the job you are working for. Work readiness will help with: • Interviewing • Résumé building • Workplace ethics and behavior • Goal setting • Basic computer skills • Effective communication • National career readiness certification Tutoring: Tutoring is available for GED students on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-noon. Read Right tutoring is offered to enrolled students, Monday through Friday for drop-in tutoring from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Conversation Partners: Conversation Partners is a great way for students and community members who are working toward improving their English. There are specific times and days offered to students and community members.

NEW NORTH MAKERHOOD DISTRICT INSTITUTE OF LOST ARTS 1141 N. 11th St., Omaha, NE The arts and trades district is an active, vibrant, unique Makerhood where arts, crafts and trades are nurtured, celebrated and supported by a walkable network of public spaces connecting a healthy mix of residential, industrial, commercial and public activities. The district was developed under a unique set of design requirements intended to promote and maintain a high quality of urban design and character of place.

Accelerated learning opportunities-GAP: An accelerated learning option for those who are focused and highly motivated. Assistance in completing your GED in English: Once a student completes the noncredit ESL program, they will be transitioned into the GED program. The student will then take the Test of Adult Basic Education and their scores will determine the class enrollment. The first step: Call MCC South Express at 531-MCC-4060 to schedule an appointment and start your journey.

• Barn Quilt Painting • Basket Weaving: Anniversary Basket • Basket Weaving: Mardi Gras Catchall • Ceramics: Wheel Throwing and Hand Building • Glaze Pouring Party • Mold Making with Ceramics • The Art of Drawing • Wheel Thrown Pottery for Beginners • College for Kids—Tween Night—Ceramic Studio • College for Teens—Dyeing Yarn with a Loved One • College for Teens—Mixed Media for Teens • Ceramics: Holiday Decorations and Ornaments • Ceramics: Vintage Christmas Tree • Ceramic Painting: Valentine Date Night • Basic Yarn Dyeing • Dyeing Spinning Fiber • Loom Weaving: Stripes, Checks and Plaids • Snow and Ice Dyeing • *Upholstery 101 • *Upholstery 201 • *Upholstery Lab • Yarn Spinning

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ANIMALS

MCC Noncredit Equestrian Certificate

Advanced Games Each class will be a different set of fun games to play with your dogs that builds on the skills you learned in Basic Obedience, as well as build your bond with your dog. Bring a buckle collar, 4-6 ft. leather or nylon leash and your dog’s favorite treats. Fremont Area Center, 835 N. Broad St., Fremont, NE ANIM045A SA 01/25-02/15 10:00A-11:00A $90

Basic Dog Obedience Your dog will be practicing recalls, leash manners as well as learning “sit” and “down” on command and staying in a sit and down position with controlled distractions. Bring a buckle collar, 4-6 ft. leather or nylon leash, dog treats and proof of rabies, distemper and parvo vaccinations to class. This class is designed for dogs more than 16 weeks of age. For more information, or questions about puppies under 16 weeks old, contact Kristin, certified professional dog trainer at kristin@bigmoosedogtraining.com. Fremont Area Center, 835 N. Broad St., Fremont, NE ANIM019A SA 01/18-02/22 09:00A-10:00A $120

K9 Cardio A fun fitness class for you and your dog combining cardio, strength, balance, coordination, foot awareness, flexibility and basic obedience in a highly distracting environment. The last week of class you will have the option to earn a Do More With Your Dog Canine Conditioning Fitness Title(s). Bring a collar, leash and treats for your dog to class. Fremont Area Center, 835 N. Broad St., Fremont, NE ANIM043A SA 01/25-02/15 11:00A-12:00P $90

NEW! Puppy Parkour Workshop Come learn about parkour, also known as urban agility, an indoor lower impact version of the dog sport parkour. Bring your dog, leash, collar, treats and back handle harness (recommended) to class. Fremont Area Center, 835 N. Broad St., Fremont, NE ANIM048B SA 12/14 09:00A-10:30A $50

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Take the Horse Course 101 and 102, Horse Handling and Grooming, Stable Management/Equestrian Competition Management and Equestrian Internship and receive a noncredit Equestrian Certificate from Metropolitan Community College. Visit mccneb.edu/equestrian for more information.

Horse Handling and Grooming

Prerequisite: The Horse Course 101 and 102 Explore topics from routine equine care to the full-time professional grooming job that is required at active competition/training stables and at competitions. The course will consist of classroom type discussions, live demonstrations and hands-on experience. (skips 12/30) Quail Run Horse Center, 22021 W. Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE ANIM033A M 12/09-01/13 06:30P-08:00P $100

Stable Management

Prerequisite: Horse Handling and Grooming Stable management will dive into the scheduling and business side of things in the equine world. Topics will build off subjects covered in The Horse Course 101 and 102, but also new topics such as liabilities and scheduling. Students are encouraged to attend this class if they are interested in the behind-the-scenes care of a successful competition barn. Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. ANIM044A M 01/27-02/24 06:30P-07:30P $100

Noncredit Equestrian Certificate yearly schedule Fall Quarter

Spring Quarter

The Horse Course 101

The Horse Course 102

Winter Quarter

Equestrian Competition and Management

Horse Handling and Grooming

Summer Quarter

Stable Management

Equestrian Internship

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ARTS AND CRAFTS Acrylic Painting: Bring the Canvas to Life This is your chance to take an acrylic class in a low stress environment with a seasoned instructor. You will recreate three pieces of art on canvas using various techniques with acrylic paint. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC649A THF 02/13-02/28 05:30P-08:30P $129

Barn Quilt Painting Barn quilts are painted with bold and vivid colors that show up for all to see. Explore simple techniques of painting to create your own for your barn, house, garage, shed or even fence. No artistic talent is needed. Bring painter’s tape (highly recommend yellow FrogTape), scissors and a hair dryer to class. There are two sizes to choose from. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. ARTC354A F 02/07 03:00P-06:00P $99 2’X2’ ARTC355A F 02/07 03:00P-06:00P $145 4’X4’

NEW! Basket Weaving: Anniversary Basket Learn the art of basket weaving while you complete your anniversary basket in this beginner’s class. Bring a pencil, tape measure and woodcutting scissors to class. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. ARTC753A SA 01/18 09:30A-02:30P $55

NEW! Basket Weaving: Mardi Gras Catchall Learn basic basket weaving techniques while making a green and purple Mardi Gras basket. It’s great for catching mail or even remote controls. Get rid of your clutter in style. Bring a pencil, tape measure and woodcutting scissors to class. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. ARTC754A SA 02/08 09:30A-02:30P $55

NEW! Creative Life—How to Use Color Color is the most complex element of design. Learn how creatives use Color Theory to organize their palette and bring focus to their arts and crafts. Play with neutrals, color harmonies and different properties of color to make your work. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC765A T 01/21 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! Creative Life—Sketchbook Journal Kickstart your ideas with this session on how creatives plan their work. Through the valuable practice of keeping an annotated sketchbook journal, artists and designers figure out the best way to light the creative flames. Bring an $8 supply fee, sketchbook format of your choice and an open mind. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC766A T 02/25 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! Creative Life—The Love Book Get started on a family heirloom in the form of a petite portfolio, brag book and journal full of whimsy and memories. Bring photos, scraps and anecdotes celebrating your life’s loves to fill the pages. Bring a $25 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC767A T 02/04-02/11 01:00P-04:00P $59

NEW! Creative Life—Water Media Workshop Get creative with this workshop featuring the drips, splatters, runs, puddles and wet-in-wet glorious fun of water media. Learn to control the wet effects of transparent watercolor and inks to capture different subjects using a looser application of color. For beginners and experienced painters. Bring a $40 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC768A TH 01/30-02/20 01:00P-04:00P $70

Calligraphy: The Italic Hand Would you like to send your holiday, birthday and other personal greetings in beautifully lettered envelopes? Now is the time to learn. You will learn the italic alphabet, plus some tips and techniques to make your writing projects impressive. Bring a $12 lab fee to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC153A TH 02/06-02/27 06:30P-08:00P $69

Ceramics: Wheel Throwing and Hand Building Discover everything you need to know about clay and ceramics. Throw a pot on the wheel, hand build a large vase or salad bowl, or create your own coffee cups using a mold. All your creations will be fired in a kiln so that you can paint them with colorful glazes. They will then be fired again, transforming them into beautiful pieces you can treasure forever. Supplies included. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. ARTC764A SA 01/04-02/15 10:00A-12:00P $150

Charcoal and Pastel Still Life Drawing for Beginners Explore drawing a still life using charcoal or pastels. Discover techniques such as shading, blending and composition. Take home a piece of art you will treasure forever. Bring an $8 supply fee to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC659A W 02/05-02/12 06:00P-08:00P $45

Coral Bowl Every bowl is unique, just like coral. You will be guided to cut your own glass and lay out the pattern to create a stunning 12-inch bowl that will be fused and slumped in the kiln. Students will purchase their glass at the time of class. Cost will range from $7-$35 depending on the type/ color chosen. Rainbow Artistic Glass, 3709 S. 138th St. ARTC017A TH 02/06 06:00P-08:30P $65

NEW! Decorative Light Boxes Thinking of something unique to give as a gift at the holidays for that special person in your life? Create your own unique piece of artwork using a decorative wooden light box. These beautifully crafted, laser cut, wooden boxes have a built-in light and can be displayed indoors or out. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC761A M 02/24 06:00P-09:00P $35

DON’T BE A NO-SHOW

If you register for a class and for any reason cannot attend, call 531-MCC-5231 and cancel up to the day prior to the first class meeting (seven days for tours). If you register and do not cancel, you will be charged for the class and no refunds will be given.

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NEW! Drawing Drop In—Mixed Media Soup Integrate all the methods learned in the Drawing Drop Ins and add your own. This fun capstone session lets your creative juices flow by blending your best skills into original artwork. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC771A TH 01/23 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! Drawing Drop In—Not Your Mama’s Tea Time Use tea stain as a ground for drawings in color and basic black. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC772A TH 01/16 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! Drawing Drop In—Zendoodle in Color This mindful practice incorporates pattern and color. Add zing to your designs with different color media. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC773A TH 01/09 01:00P-04:00P $29

Drawing Fundamentals This class will introduce you to the use of line, proportion, value and perspective to allow you to create more realistic drawings. Bring a $18 lab fee to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC455A W 01/08-02/19 10:30A-12:00P $63

Fused Glass Garden Stake NEW! DIY Greeting Cards Learn how to make top-notch handmade greeting cards that any age can enjoy. You’ll walk away from this class with a fun and beautiful packet of cards to give away to those you care about. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC775A SA 02/01 10:00A-12:00P $19

Add a creative accent to your garden. Make a unique fused glass piece that will be mounted in a decorative metal framed stake ready for a garden display. Bring a $20 supply fee to class. Rainbow Artistic Glass, 3709 S. 138th St. ARTC031A M 02/24 06:00P-08:30P $15

DIY Wedding: Budget Savvy Tools There are ways to have a great wedding on budget that doesn’t leave you completely stressed out. You will learn what to say yes and no to when it comes to setting and honoring your wedding budget. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC694A SA 01/18 10:00A-12:00P $19

DIY Wedding: Décor and Crafts You will be equipped with the know-how on creating and putting together décor for your wedding, including tips for event styling and creating faux florals. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC696A SA 02/29 10:00A-12:00P $19

DIY Wedding: Planning and Personal Touch Equipped with the proper insights, you can execute a smooth wedding day that you can actually enjoy. We will take you point-by-point on the dos and don’ts, common planning blind spots and key ways to personalize your wedding day. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC695A SA 02/22 10:00A-12:00P $19

NEW! Drawing Drop In—Go with Graphite This crash course in graphite pencil basics covers hatching, gesture, cross-contour and blending. Let’s get smudgy. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC769A T 12/10 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! Drawing Drop In—Ink washing Get busy with a brush and black ink. Use basic line and wash to capture atmospheric perspective. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) ARTC770A TH 12/19 01:00P-04:00P $29

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Fused Glass Wine/Bottle Stop Don’t throw away that wine bottle. Transform it. Design your own stainless steel/fused glass wine stop. Bring a wine bottle with paper and glue removed and a $20 lab fee to class. Rainbow Artistic Glass, 3709 S. 138th St. ARTC187A M 01/13 06:00P-07:30P $15

NEW! Getting Crafty with Vinyl Be creative, get crafty and learn how to use a vinyl cutter to personalize your cell phone case, favorite water jug, piece of technology or anything that you want to add your own personal touch to. (ages 14 and up) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC756A W 02/05 05:00P-08:00P $49

NEW! Glaze Pouring Party Experience using high gloss glazes on ceramic tiles to create beautiful poured pieces of artwork. A variety of sizes will be available; make a set of coasters for your living room, a trivet or centerpiece for your dining table or a large statement piece you will treasure forever. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. ARTC759A W 01/22 06:00P-08:00P $35

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NEW! Polymer Clay Jewelry Learn color blending and cane building to create a small jewelry/ring dish. Build on that knowledge to create beads and pendants while learning the techniques for leaf canes, stacked canes, Makume Gane veneers and Natashia beads. Bring a $15 supply fee to class. Washington County Museum, 102 N. 14th St., Fort Calhoun, NE ARTC746A SA 01/18-01/25 09:30A-12:30P $59 MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC746B SA 02/15-02/22 09:30A-12:30P $59

NEW! Senior Watercolor for Beginners Learn the basics of watercolor and explore various techniques in this introductory watercolor class. Bring tube paints (red, blue, yellow, alizarin crimson and raw umber), a wash cloth, jar and three pieces of 11x14 water color paper to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC776A T 01/07-02/25 01:00P-03:00P $89

How to Make Homemade Premium Soap Discover how to make earth-, skin- and animal-friendly soaps that indulge your senses. Experience lots of hands-on techniques to make your own batch of soap from scratch. You will make five bars of soap to take home or to give as gifts. Bring a $15 supply fee and a sack lunch to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC306A SA 12/21 09:30A-01:30P $39

*Silversmithing for Beginners Discover how to create professionally finished silver jewelry in just five weeks. Receive safety training, explore the jeweler’s saw, master the proper filing and hand polishing techniques and you’re going to love this—you will even learn to design a ring. Learn to measure and calculate your ring shank, solder, create a bezel and a create a stone setting. All supplies included. Silver of Oz, 2610 N. Main St., Suite B, Elkhorn, NE ARTC359A T 01/14-02/11 06:00P-08:00P $215

How to Make Premium Handmade Lotions Find out the mystery behind common ingredients in popular lotion brands, how to make your own lotion using healthy and earth-friendly ingredients and how to customize it to your own preferences. This is a hands-on class where everyone will have fun and leave with their own batch of lotion. Bring a $15 supply fee to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC443A SA 12/21 02:00P-04:00P $25

Homemade Soaps and Lotions Bundle Sign up for this bundle and take How to Make Homemade Premium Soap and How to Make Premium Handmade Lotions at a discounted price. Bring a $30 supply fee and a sack lunch to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC751A SA 12/21 09:30A-04:00P $50

Kayak Design and Construction Primer Experience the process from idea to the actual construction of a stitch and glue kayak design. You will construct a card stock small scale model as part of a total hands-on experience. This primer will assist you in understanding the basics of building a full-sized plywood kayak manufactured kit. A build-a-kayak workshop is planned for 2020. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC682A SA 02/01 09:30A-12:30P $39

Mold Making with Ceramics Discover how to create your own ceramic dinnerware and other pieces by pouring clay slip into pre-made plaster molds. These items will then be fired in a kiln, so you can paint them with glaze to create handmade heirlooms you will treasure forever. Supplies included. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. ARTC690A M 01/27-02/17 06:00P-08:00P $99

NEW! *Parent/Child Quilling Project Transform strips of paper into beautiful works of art. Learn the different shapes to create basic flowers, hearts and snowflakes. Students will receive their own quilling starter kit, including a quilling pen. Both participants must register and pay separately. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC774A SA 01/11 10:00A-12:00P $59

NEW! *Silversmithing: Girls Night Out—Hammered Earrings Join us for an evening with your friends, while creating your own hammered sterling silver earrings. Guests will enjoy a fresh selection of fruits, aged cheeses and beverages. Silver of Oz, 2610 N. Main St., Suite B, Elkhorn, NE ARTC749A F 12/13 06:00P-08:00P $90

NEW! *Silversmithing: Girls Night Out—Stamped Bracelet Gather your girls and spend an evening with friends while creating a sterling silver stamped cuff bracelet. Guests will enjoy a fresh selection of fruits, aged cheeses and beverages. Silver of Oz, 2610 N. Main St., Suite B, Elkhorn, NE ARTC750A F 01/17 06:00P-09:00P $135

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AUTOMOTIVE Car Buying Strategies Discover step-by-step details on how to get the best price, whether buying from an individual or dealership. Explore choosing the right vehicle, getting the most for your trade-in, what to expect when negotiating with vehicle owners and dealers, how to avoid paying too much for vehicle financing and more. Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) AUAV010A W 02/19 06:00P-09:00P $35

The Art of Drawing Join this hands-on class to gain the drawing skills you’ve always wanted. Discover the skills of considering perspective and light. Finish by completing a floral and two still life drawings. Bring a Strathmore 9x12 drawing pad and basic drawing kit to class. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. ARTC678A SA 01/18-02/08 10:00A-12:00P $79

Watercolor Workshop Learn step-by-step how to paint beautiful landscapes. You will finish this workshop with two landscape paintings. Bring tube paints (red, blue, yellow, alizarin crimson and raw umber), a wash cloth, jar and three 11x14 pieces of water color paper to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC679A SA 01/04 10:00A-02:00P $39

Wave Cross: Fused Glass The wave cross is a stunning project. The heavy texture of the glass really catches the light. You can choose the accent colors for your cross and be guided through cutting and assembly. In about a week, you will enjoy the fruits of your labor. Bring $20 lab fee to class. Rainbow Artistic Glass, 3709 S. 138th St. ARTC009A T 02/11 06:00P-08:30P $28

Wheel Thrown Pottery for Beginners Explore the basic skills and techniques to compose a pot or vase on an actual potter’s wheel. Bring more creativity to the next session and decorate your pottery. After decoration, the pottery will be fired and available to pick up the following week. Up to 10 pounds of clay included. (skips 01/22) New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. ARTC135A W 01/08-01/29 06:00P-08:00P $64

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Car Care for Women Ladies, start your engines. Explore many different topics starting with safety. Learn to change a tire, check fluids, check belts and even learn about braking system basics. Experience making easy repairs and learn to replace different parts such as lightbulbs and wiper blades. Discover the importance of maintenance of your vehicle to save yourself time and money and gain the confidence to do it yourself. Students must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. Supplies included. South Omaha Campus, Mahoney Building, 2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave. AUAV009A SA 02/15 08:00A-12:00P $45

BASIC FINANCE NEW! Find the Best Deals and Avoid Scams We’ll explore the best ways to find legitimate deals and avoid scams, both online and via mail. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) FINA322A W 01/08 01:00P-04:00P $49

NEW! How to Manage College Debt Learn strategies to effectively manage your money and reduce the financial impact of college and other debt. Bring income/expense and debt records to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) FINA323A SA 12/07 10:00A-01:00P $29

NEW! Investing for Beginners Introduction to the fundamentals of investing. This course will include underlying concepts of investing, different investment options and their attributes, valuation methods and common investment strategies. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) FINA324A TH 01/09-01/23 05:30P-08:30P $49

Medicare Made Easy: Overview of Medicare Part A and Part B We will go over the basics of Medicare Parts A and B. What are you entitled to and what do you have? MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FINA302A F 12/06 01:00P-03:00P $19 MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) FINA302B W 02/05 06:00P-08:00P $19

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Medicare Made Easy: Overview of Medicare Part D for Medicine Coverage Have you heard about the doughnut hole? In this course, we will go over the basics of Medicare Part D. Bring your medicine list and we will take a look at sample Part D plans. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FINA303A F 01/03 01:00P-03:00P $19 MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) FINA303B W 02/26 06:00P-08:00P $19

Medicare Made Easy: Overview of Medicare Advantage Plans Choosing the right Medicare plan can be overwhelming. In this class, we will go over the basics of Medicare Advantage Plans. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FINA304A F 12/20 01:00P-03:00P $19 MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) FINA304B W 02/19 06:00P-08:00P $19

Medicare Made Easy: Overview of Medicare Supplement Plans You’ve heard of Medicare alphabet soup. This course will help you understand the benefits of each supplement plan and help you figure out what’s best for you. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FINA305A F 12/13 01:00P-03:00P $19 MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) FINA305B W 02/12 06:00P-08:00P $19

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Does retirement planning stress you out? If so, you are not the only one. In this interactive class you will learn about financial strategies you can implement to relieve the stress. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FINA314A F 01/17 01:00P-03:00P $19 MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) FINA314B TH 03/05 06:00P-08:00P $19

Prerequisite: WordPress site, Google account and basic understanding of website building. An e-portfolio is a collection of professional work with online examples, simulations, résumé and all other information you want your future employer to see. Join this class to create your own e-portfolio and gain a competitive edge in the online job search world. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD375A SA 01/04-01/25 01:00P-04:00P $99

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Learn about strategies to become and stay financially fit, no matter where you fall on spectrum. Topics include: budgeting, debt management, savings strategies and investment products, insurance products, tax strategies, legal and legacy topic overview and retirement income distribution strategies. (skips 3/14) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) FINA301A SA 02/29-03/21 09:15A-12:35P $89

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This course is essential to those wanting to start a small business or for current business owners wanting to prepare their company for sustainability and success. An introduction to business practice, legal structure, taxes, marketing, insurance coverage, accounting, employees and overall management strategies will be covered. You must attend all sessions to receive a certificate of completion. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD287A T 01/14-02/04 06:00P-08:00P $60

NEW! Graphic Design for Small Business and Entrepreneurs As a small business owner or entrepreneur, you wear many hats, especially if you are solely responsible for all aspects of your company’s functionality. We will use Adobe software to produce eye-catching digital and print media that will not only save you some money, but elevate your brand. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD376A T 02/25-03/03 05:45P-08:45P $59

NEW! Grow Your Biz with Social Media Video Social media can grow your small business. This course enables students to create and execute their own unique video stories and strategies on tools such as Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube. It helps entrepreneurs who are newer to video and social media marketing to gain increased exposure and a better bond with customers and prospects. Google account required; laptops will be provided in class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD377A SA 02/08 09:15A-01:15P $52

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Discover the secret to easier, stress-free days by organizing your home. Your instructor, Amy Tokos, will discuss pictures, memorabilia, paper, closets, kitchens and all the other things that need organizing in the home. Bring your questions. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD323A W 01/08 06:30P-08:30P $29

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Organizing and Productivity for the Small Business Owner Running your own business can become all-consuming. Amy Tokos, owner of Freshly Organized, will help you be more productive and strategic. Tokos will share best practices and help you find solutions to your current business productivity challenges. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD340A W 01/22 06:30P-08:30P $29

NEW! PayPal for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs Regardless of if you’re an LLC, starting up or buying/selling stuff online, you need a PayPal account. Learn the simplest way to set up a business PayPal account as well as how to send invoices, avoid scams and more. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD370A T 01/21 05:45P-08:45P $49

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*Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate Training MCC provides a comprehensive, interactive online training to fulfill the CDA requirement for 120 hours of formal education to apply for your Infant/Toddler CDA Credential. The training is fully delivered online for access from anywhere at any time. Best of all, a coach will serve as your personal guide through the program. Books included. For more information and to register, visit mccneb.edu/ce/cda. Online ECED001A Open Enrollment $500

How to Make a Successful Career Change Are you stuck in a career rut? Stop repeating history with the kinds of jobs you’ve already had. Learn to translate and promote your skills, strengths and successes for the career you really want. Bring your résumé or job history to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD358A SA 02/29 10:00A-12:00P $19

NEW! How to Make Money with “Side Hustles” Ever wanted a side hustle to earn extra money? This course will explore passive and active earning opportunities for all skill levels to increase your income. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD378A T 02/18 05:45P-08:45P $49

NEW! Managing Millennials Millennials are the largest segment in the U.S. workforce and their expectations of a working relationship may be different than what you were originally prepared for. Gain a stronger millennial understanding, from a millennial, in this business class designed to bridge the gap between generations. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD379A SA 02/08 09:30A-12:30P $49

NEW! *Mindful Self-Care Tools for Educators Learn mindful tools you can incorporate in your daily routines to decrease stress, improve overall well-being and strengthen relationships. Address stress, reduce burnout and improve student outcomes via mindful self-care practices. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD385A SA 01/25 09:00A-11:00A $19

NEW! Nailing Your Interview Learn how to prepare in advance for the interview process. Discover best practices and participate in a mock interview. Blair Public Library, 2233 Civic Drive, Blair, NE BSAD373A SA 01/18 05:30P-08:30P $49

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Pinterest has more than 200 million monthly users and is an incredible tool for any sized business or blog with a local or national audience. Pinners create, try and buy from pins they find on this visual search engine. Instructor Nicole McDonald, a full-time blogger, will show you the basics of Pinterest for business, including how to set up your boards, add save buttons and widgets to your content and create pin codes to engage consumers. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD322A T 12/17 05:45P-08:45P $49

*REACH Construction Industry Certificate The REACH Construction Industry Certificate is a comprehensive course covering the essential basics every small and emerging construction business needs to know. When you own your own small business, there are a lot of hats you have to wear and REACH makes sure you have the tools necessary to do that well. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD007A W 01/08-03/11 06:00P-09:00P $125

NEW! Résumé Building for the 21st Century In today’s everchanging world, it’s important to adapt to the technology advances. This is especially true when relating to your résumé. Update, polish or completely revamp your résumé to meet current industry standards and to give yourself the best chance to get that new job. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD372A W 01/15 05:30P-08:30P $49

Small Business Startup Are you ready to follow your dream? Learn the basics of starting a small business, specifically an LLC. You’ll be guided through writing a business plan, building a budget, assessing risks, establishing an online presence and maintaining general professionalism. This class even includes a discussion panel of local small business owners who are ready to share additional advice and experiences with you. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD342A W 01/08-01/29 05:45P-08:45P $99

NEW! Social Media Essentials for Nonprofits Learn how to use Facebook and Twitter to inexpensively promote your nonprofit’s mission, build relationships with stakeholders and raise funds. This class is tailored for small nonprofits and their volunteers who manage social media. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD371A SA 01/11 09:00A-12:00P $49

NEW! Tech Savvy for Business Technology plays a sizeable role in daily business operations. In addition to emails, accounting and social media, there are a few other business-related, technology-based activities you should become familiar with that will better prepare you for maintaining a thorough grasp on running a business at its best. Students should bring a laptop and already have, or be willing to create, a Gmail account. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) BSAD680A T 01/07-01/14 01:00P-04:00P $69

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EVENT AND WEDDING PLANNING NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE Event planners, companies and organizations are eager to take their events to the next level. Completing the MCC Wedding and Event Planning Certification will be a major boost, positioning you as a knowledgeable, professional and highly committed planning professional. You will strengthen your communication, interpersonal relationships, fine tune the art of negotiation, enhance your organizational and problem-solving skills. Do you have creative event ideas that you want to learn how to bring to life? Do you have a knack for organization and planning? Do you love to play host to friends and family? Do you have a desire to be your own boss? If so, you can become an event planner. The Event and Wedding Planning Certification is a series taking students through the core classes to kickstart or enhance their event planning career. Upon completion, students will be able to take their career from coordinating to producing high-functioning programming. Visit mccneb.edu/ce/plan for more information. NEW! Event Design and Floral Artistry Event and Wedding Planning Noncredit Certificate (Core) Learn the fundamentals behind event and floral design enabling you to approach projects professionally and with confidence. Discover how to plan design elements for events and weddings projects. Students will gain an understanding of sourcing materials, budgeting, designing floor plans, evoking emotion with flowers, mood creation, identify aspects of a client consultation, identify and describe event design areas of various types and styles of events. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD382A T 01/14 06:00P-09:00P $65

NEW! Event Planning Business: Increasing Sales Event and Wedding Planning Noncredit Certificate (Elective) Learn a deep foundation for prospecting wedding and event planning sales to keep your business going. This course is perfect for novices and experienced professionals looking to learn sales techniques to gain and retain clients. You will create your personal or business mission/vision statements and identify your unique selling advantage. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD381A T 12/10 06:00P-09:00P $65

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NEW! Conference Logistics Event and Wedding Planning Noncredit Certificate (Elective) Discover how to create an event that achieves specific objectives for the host/client. Design a planning process that incorporates budgeting, project management, communication and evaluation tools. Understand the various event elements, the role of the planner and the mindset necessary to oversee successful event coordination. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD383A T 02/04 06:00P-09:00P $65

NEW! Event Destination Management Event and Wedding Planning Noncredit Certificate (Elective) Explore the role of destination management companies in the event planning process, and the tools and skills needed to plan and manage events in the DMC environment. Identify and analyze what services the DMC offers to their client. Develop an evaluation process to identify the effectiveness of a DMC event. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD384A T 02/11 06:00P-09:00P $65

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Cooperative Learning Cooperative learning is an excellent way to nurture youth leadership, build community and keep things fun. This interactive workshop will equip participants with grouping strategies and ways to think about building cooperative learning into any program offering. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD426A SA 02/01 09:00A-11:00A $0

Homework Help This course focuses on making homework help time effective helping youth get organized by providing an atmosphere that helps youth focus on their work and by building a supportive relationship with youth. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD427A SA 02/08 09:00A-11:00A $0

Planning and Reflection Are you engaging youth in the critical life skills of planning and reflection? This workshop introduces participants to powerful and easy-to-use methods that promote youth engagement in planning, implementing and evaluating activities and projects. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD428A SA 02/15 09:00A-11:00A $0

Reframing Conflict

COLLECTIVE FOR YOUTH YOUTH INDUSTRY CERTIFICATE

The Youth Work Method approach is based on positive youth development research and the desire to create a safe, supportive and productive environment for youth. The approach is premised on the belief that it is a youth worker’s job to set up an environment for youth in which needs are met and learning is encouraged—to create a space in which youth can thrive. All courses are open to the public.

Introduction to the Active Participatory Approach Youth programs can be optimized for youth needs, motivation and engagement. The Active Participatory Approach to youth work was designed to address these goals. The youth-centered approach is the foundation for the Youth Work Method Series. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD422A SA 01/04 09:00A-11:00A $0

Active Learning

Do you know how to turn a conflict situation into an opportunity for growth? This interactive workshop introduces participants to a stepby-step model for reframing conflict as well as general principles of conflict resolution. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD429A SA 02/22 09:00A-11:00A $0

Structure and Clear Limits Youth need structure and clear limits in order to feel safe. This interactive workshop helps participants analyze the level of structure in their programs and practice identifying and maintaining clear limits. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD430A SA 02/29 09:00A-11:00A $0

Youth Voice Research shows that quality programs incorporate youth input at both activity and organizational levels. This interactive workshop is focused on providing meaningful choices within activities and opportunities for youth input within youth program itself. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD431A SA 03/07 09:00A-11:00A $0

Do you know the difference between active learning and handson learning? This interactive workshop introduces strategies for incorporating active learning and helps participants create more powerful learning opportunities for youth. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD423A SA 01/11 09:00A-11:00A $0

Ask-Listen-Encourage This workshop introduces communication techniques that help you build more supportive, youth-centered relationships. Participants learn how to ask effective questions, to listen actively to youth and offer youth encouragement rather than praise. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD424A SA 01/18 09:00A-11:00A $0

Building Community Building an emotionally safe community of peers and adults is essential for youth to learn and develop as individuals. This interactive workshop will introduce participants to a variety of activities designed to support the community building process. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) BSAD425A SA 01/25 09:00A-11:00A $0

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President’s Day Bundle Take Extraordinary Experiments, Snack Attack and Presidents: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow at a discounted price. (ages 7-11) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS090A M 02/17 09:30A-03:30P $89

Extraordinary Experiments Join the fun and discover some amazing experiments like learning how to bend water with static, a cola volcano, mini lava lamp, magnet experiments and more. We can’t wait to get started. All supplies included. (ages 7-11) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS617A M 02/17 09:30A-11:30A $35

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COLLEGE FOR KIDS 3D Pen STEM Creations—Bridge Lesson In this 3D pen class, students will spark their creativity and engage their critical thinking skills. The lesson will involve the creation of a 3Ddesigned bridge created by the 3D pens. All this leading to an innovation challenge at the end of class where students test their bridge design and strength. (ages 10-14) MCC South Express, 3002 S. 24th St. KIDS069A SA 01/04 09:30A-12:30P $49

3D Pen STEM Creations—Tower Lesson In this 3D pen class, students will spark their creativity and engage their critical thinking skills. The lesson will involve the creation of a 3Ddesigned tower created by the 3D pens. All this leading to an innovation challenge at the end of class where students will measure the height and structural stability of their towers. (ages 10-14) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS070A T 01/07 04:30P-07:30P $49

*Art Electric Customize a wooden façade and attach electronics to your art piece to make it light up, play different sounds and move when people approach it. Dive deep into the science of light and sound, learning about how light colors mix and how sound travels. Control the functionality of the lights, sounds and motors of your projects by programming them using a special TinkRWorks coding app. (ages 6-8) Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. KIDS072A SA 12/07-12/21 09:00A-01:00P $159 MCC South Express, 3002 S. 24th St. KIDS072B SA 02/01-02/15 12:00P-04:00P $159

NEW! Be a Roman Archeologist for a Day Travel back in time to Ancient Rome and uncover the secrets of the ancient world’s STEM experts and Roman technology. Recreate examples of Roman technology, such as aqueducts, catapults, arches and more. Archeology is a way to study the past by replicating artifacts, tools and other technologies to better understand how they work, as well as how it may apply to modern day inventions. (ages 8-11) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS081A SA 02/22 09:30A-12:30P $50

Chemist for a Day Come see what it is like to be a chemist. No more sitting and just watching short demonstrations, but actually conducting series of tests to derive solutions to a particular problem. We are going to see some of those amazing chemical experiments, but you will be the ones running them. (ages 8-11) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS101A SA 01/11 09:30A-12:30P $49

Tired of the same old snack every day? Join this hands-on class to discover how to create snacks that are delicious and healthy. Come hungry, leave full. (ages 7-11) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS088A M 02/17 11:30A-01:30P $35

NEW! Presidents: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Join us to learn as much as we can about celebrating our nation’s presidents with fun hands-on activities. Explore presidential facts and history—you can decide which president was the coolest. Maybe you’ll discover you want to be president one day. (ages 7-11) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS082A M 02/17 01:30P-03:30P $35

Fit Kids–Fun, Fitness and Food Using thematic instruction, students will work on age-appropriate gross and fine motor skills, balance and hand-eye coordination with fun games, equipment, music and stories. After they work up a sweat, your child will learn cooking basics, following a recipe and creating healthy snacks for themselves. (ages 3-5) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS091A THF 01/02-01/03 09:00A-12:00P $59

Fun Physics: Newton’s Law Come experience some of the best of physics. There will be unforgettable science demonstrations along with a few challenges for you to put your problem-solving skills to the test. (ages 8-11) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS007A SA 01/25 09:30A-12:30P $49

*Game of Drones Design, build and fly. Students will build their very own quadcopter drones from scratch using components such as brushed DC motors, flight-controller boards, motor mounts and transmitters. They will begin by learning about the different parts of a drone and how they are designed to achieve compromises between speed, acrobatics and stability. (ages 8-10) Blair Public Library, 2233 Civic Drive, Blair, NE KIDS073A SA 02/08-02/22 10:00A-02:00P $159

Lift Off! Programming and Flying Drones Using Swift Playgrounds Let’s fly together with this camp designed to teach programming, collaboration and critical thinking skills. Through the software of Swift Playgrounds, students will have the ability to program these drones to fly through predesigned obstacle courses. (ages 11-14) MCC South Express, 3002 S. 24th St. KIDS030A F 01/17 09:30A-12:30P $49

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NEW! Parent and Me Handprint Plate Looking for a fun Saturday afternoon activity with your little munchkin? Use glaze to paint a plate together including your little one’s handprint. Parent/child class; only the child needs to be registered. Supplies included. (ages 3-6) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS085A SA 01/25 01:00P-02:30P $25

Sewing with a Loved One Learn how to thread and use a sewing machine, understand pattern pieces, sew on buttons and install a zipper. Weekly projects are simple and designed to help students understand the process of construction. The parent will guide the young student with operating a sewing machine and ironing. Visit mccneb.edu/ce/kids120 for a list of supplies to bring to class. Only the child needs to be registered. (ages 8-11) Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. KIDS097A SA 01/11-02/01 01:00P-04:00P $99

*TinkRbot Is your child ready for the exciting challenge of creating their own robot? Students will start by customizing and assembling their own robots. They will incorporate a variety of electronics including DC motors, programmable LEDs and an Arduino mini-computer to bring their creations to life. (ages 8-10) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS071A FSASU 12/27-12/29 09:30A-01:30P $159 (ages 8-10) KIDS071B SA 01/11-01/25 09:00A-01:00P $159 (ages 6-8)

NEW! Tween Night—Ceramic Studio Take advantage of this tween exclusive ceramic studio class on a Friday night. Projects include making a pot on the wheel and hand-building a piece of pottery. Supplies included. (ages 8-12) New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. KIDS086A F 01/10 06:00P-09:00P $39

NEW! Unicorn Painting Party What can capture your child’s imagination better than a magical unicorn? Spend some time together while painting a ceramic unicorn, complete with fun and beautiful colors. Parent/child class; only the child needs to be registered. Supplies included. (ages 7-12) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS087A SA 02/22 10:00A-12:00P $35

COLLEGE FOR KIDS SCIENCE ON A SPHERE NEW! Birds on the Move This session will cover how and why birds migrate in the Western Hemisphere and how temperatures affect their migration patterns. This is a child/parent class; only the child needs to be registered. (ages 5-12) MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) KIDS092A SA 02/01 09:00A-11:00A $29 KIDS092B SA 03/07 09:00A-11:00A $29

NEW! Climate Change Earth is a fragile and complex system. Learn how the Earth has changed due to temperature change and the domino effect that has resulted. Witness how Earth’s system has been altered through the atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere. This is a child/parent class; only the child needs to be registered. (ages 5-12) MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) KIDS093A SA 01/18 09:00A-11:00A $29 KIDS093B SA 02/22 09:00A-11:00A $29

NEW! Extreme Weather Observe how the oceans affect the weather across the globe. Watch some of history’s most powerful hurricanes develop and descend on land. Learn how meteorologists predict the weather and try out your skills by making your own forecast. This is a child/parent class; only the child needs to be registered. (ages 5-12) MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) KIDS094A SA 01/04 09:00A-11:00A $29 KIDS094B SA 02/08 09:00A-11:00A $29

NEW! Sharks on the Move This session will show and cover how and why shark migration patterns have changed and what is driving the movement of them. This is a child/ parent class; only the child needs to be registered. (ages 5-12) MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) KIDS095A SA 01/25 09:00A-11:00A $29 KIDS095B SA 02/29 09:00A-11:00A $29

NEW! Tour the Solar System Take a tour of the solar system with 15 stops around the planets and moons that rotate around our sun. Learn how the sun is the center of the Earth and why Venus, not Mercury, is the hottest planet in our solar system. Discover which planets have the greatest chance of life and why. This is a child/parent class; only the child needs to be registered. (ages 5-12) MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) KIDS096A SA 01/11 09:00A-11:00A $29 KIDS096B SA 02/15 09:00A-11:00A $29

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*Game of Drones Design, build and fly. Students will build their very own quadcopter drones from scratch using components such as brushed DC motors, flight-controller boards, motor mounts and transmitters. They will begin by learning about the different parts of a drone and how drones are designed to achieve compromises between speed, acrobatics and stability. (ages 10-12) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) TEEN063A SA 02/01-02/15 09:00A-12:00P $159

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COLLEGE FOR TEENS NEW! Become a Professional YouTuber©/Streamer Create your own YouTube and Twitch channel, learn how to record game footage on both console and PC and explore different approaches to creating content. You will also be introduced to video editing. Discover free software, different editing approaches/styles and try your hand at editing a short clip. (ages 11-15) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) TEEN070A FSA 12/27-12/28 10:00A-01:00P $59

Cartooning for Teens Bring your desire to draw and discover how to create cartoon characters, how to compose facial expressions and funny beings featuring bodies, postures and other elements. You’ll also learn about cartoon word balloons and sound effects. Bring pencils, erasers, a fine Sharpie and an extra fine Sharpie to class. (ages 12-15) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) TEEN142A TH 01/16-02/06 06:00P-07:30P $59

NEW! Drone Coding Camp In this camp, students will be introduced to coding through Mambo Drones. Students will then learn to code their drones to take off, fly, flip and land. After learning all these maneuvers, they will use these skills to navigate obstacle courses and finish innovation challenges. (ages 11-14) MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) TEEN072 THF 01/02-01/09 10:00A-12:00P $49

NEW! Dyeing Yarn with a Loved One Do you like to knit? Discover how to dye a sock blank (a long rectangular piece of knitted fabric that you can unravel as you knit socks). This will give you beautiful, unpredictable colored stripes when you knit. This is a parent/teen class; only the teen should be registered. Supplies included. (ages 11-17) New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. TEEN067A F 01/10 06:00P-09:00P $75

Students will work with the Lego Robotics building the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education EV3 Core Set. They will learn STEM principles during the lesson, while also learning soft skills through teamwork and collaboration in groups and pairs. (ages 12-15) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) TEEN061A SA 01/11 01:00P-04:00P $49 MCC South Express, 3002 S. 24th St. TEEN061B SA 02/01 09:30A-12:30P $49

NEW! *Mini Culinary Camp Spend some time during winter break learning how to prepare delicious meals and snacks. Our experienced chef instructors will introduce you to basic kitchen skills, lead you through fun recipes and, best of all, you get to sample the results. (ages 12-16) Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway TEEN065A TH 01/02 09:00A-02:00P $50 TEEN065B F 01/03 09:00A-02:00P $50

NEW! Mixed Media for Teens Experience all that the MCC noncredit ceramic studio has to offer. Experiment with a variety of different mediums in pottery, including pouring molds, making jewelry, wheel throwing clay and using glazes. Supplies included. (ages 13-17) New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. TEEN068A SA 02/01-02/22 12:30P-02:30P $99

NEW! Science Literacy Explore why nature behaves and acts in the way it does. Understand why the earth is “round,” why human activity influences global climate and why vaccines are a good thing. In this series students will conduct experiments to learn these principles firsthand. (ages 11-14) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) TEEN069A SU 02/02-02/09 09:30A-12:00P $59

NEW! Welding Lab for Teens Discover how to design and create a unique metal art piece to take home and share with friends and family. This course is for beginning and advanced students. Students must wear leather shoes, long sleeves and long pants to class. Seats are limited. (ages 14-17) Fort Omaha Campus, Building 26, 5300 N. 30th St. TEEN066A TH 01/09-02/27 06:00P-09:00P $150

NEW! Everyone Can Code Coding is essential in a future driven by technology. When you learn coding, you also learn critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Whether you are a first-time coder or an aspiring app developer, come learn to create and innovate with Swift. (ages 14-18) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) TEEN071A SA 01/18 09:00A-01:00P $49

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NEW! You Go Girl Code Club Girls Who Code is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to closing the gender gap in technology. Tech jobs are among the fastest growing in the country, but less than a quarter of computing jobs are held by women. Girls Who Code aims to change that. You Go Girl is getting behind this effort by starting a local chapter. No experience required. (ages 11-14) MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) TEEN073A SA 01/04-02/08 10:00A-12:00P $0

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Interpersonal Skills for Success Increase your chances for success in your career and in life. Discuss skills you will not find in a textbook. Having strong “soft skills” can translate to career advancement, social and professional growth and higher levels of career versatility. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMM214A TTH 12/03-12/12 06:30P-08:30P $59

Media Literacy in the Age of “Fake News” We live in an age where media consumers are bombarded by so much information, it’s getting harder to decipher between what is fact and what is fake. This course arms news consumers with the tools they need to cut through the noise for well-informed perspectives on today’s headlines and give citizens a better understanding of how they can help combat actual “fake news.” MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) COMM215A SA 03/07 10:00A-12:00P $19

COMMUNICATION AND WRITING Handwriting Analysis: Graphology for Beginners Discover the personality traits that can be revealed from handwriting to identify feelings, attitudes, strengths and weaknesses and gain insight into the traits of human nature. This hobby-level course will forever change the way you look at signatures and other people. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) COMM219A SA 02/29 10:00A-12:00P $19

How to Write Your Book Write the book of your dreams. Learn surprising facts about publishing today and why profound changes in the publishing industry make this the best time ever to write and publish your book. Assess the type of writer you are, learn the techniques that pros use to focus on writing, and find out the mechanics of preparing a manuscript for publication in print and e-book. Book editor Sandra Wendel and book marketer Lisa Pelto offer little-known tips for finding time and getting words on paper and into print. This class is ideal for memoirs, nonfiction and children’s book authors. You will receive the greatest benefit by taking these classes in sequence: How to Write Your Book, How to Publish Your Book and How to Market Your Book. Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. COMM005A SA 02/01 09:00A-12:00P $35

How to Publish Your Book Publishing your book is easier than you think with small-run digital printing, e-books and independent publishing as a small business. Gone are the days of query letters and agents. Make your book dream a reality. Book marketer Lisa Pelto and editor Sandra Wendel will take you stepby-step through the many options and costs. This class is for writers of all types of books, including fiction. If you haven’t put words on paper yet, attend the class How to Write Your Book first. Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. COMM525A SA 02/08 09:00A-12:00P $35

How to Market Your Book Learn the most effective strategies for marketing your book from publishing experts Lisa Pelto and Sandra Wendel. Whether you are traditionally published or have independently published an e-book or printed book, you must take the lead to create a great book campaign. You’ll wear the hats of marketing director, publicist, event coordinator, speaker’s bureau and advertising coordinator. Learn what goes into a winning press release, how to pitch to the media, market your book to the trade and directly to consumers and how to develop an effective and coordinated online presence that includes the power of social media. In addition, you will craft an effective marketing message and your elevator speech, along with receiving a tutorial on the online options. Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. COMM530A SA 02/15 09:00A-12:00P $35 18 Register: mccneb.edu/ce • 531-MCC-5231

NEW! Playwright Life—Telling your Story Explore all essential parts necessary to establish a strong foundation for a stage play from finding interesting topics to write about to creating fascinating characters through in-class writing exercises and assignments. At the end of this class, you will leave with at least three solid character sketches. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) COMM225A SA 01/25 10:00A-12:00P $19

NEW! Playwright Life—Plotting and Developing Learn how to take strong, unforgettable characters and plop them right into a moving plot complete with character and story arcs using action, events, voice and engaging dialogue. In the end, you will have a finished body of work in an industry-acceptable script format. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) COMM224A SA 02/15 10:00A-12:00P $19

NEW! Playwright Life—Performance and Production Put on your producer’s cap and learn what is needed to put on a performance from establishing a budget, casting the roles, directing, rehearsals and finding a venue. The course concludes with writers producing a 10-page, one-act script that can be performed reader’s theater style for the class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) COMM223A SA 02/29 10:00A-12:00P $19

MCC NORTH EXPRESS—BECOMING A WRITER SERIES Becoming a Writer: How to Tell a Story We hear, tell, read and write stories every day. The human mind is programmed to order human experience in narrative form. Learn how to develop characters, real or imagined, and organize events into plausible, engaging plots. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) COMM216A SA 01/11 10:00A-12:00P $19

Becoming a Writer: How to Research Write what you know until you don’t know, then research. Learn how to gather the kind of information that will give your writing authenticity, depth and detail. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) COMM217A SA 02/01 10:00A-12:00P $19

Becoming a Writer: Publishing Through Multiple Mediums You’ve written an article, essay, poem or story. Maybe you have an idea for a fiction or nonfiction book. Now what? Learn how articles, essays, poems, stories and books get published. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) COMM218A SA 02/22 09:00A-12:00P $19

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Android 101: Smartphones and Tablets Did you just get a new Android phone or tablet? Bring it to class and learn the basic functions (turning the phone on and off, adjusting screen brightness and volume, accessing apps and more) as well as how to decipher the icons that pop up at the top of the screen. You will leave this class with an understanding of which dings and beeps are related to what notifications and lots of other helpful tips. No iPhones or iPads. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP355A W 01/15 01:00P-04:00P $49

Android 201: Make Android Work for You This class will include intermediate functionality as well as app management, camera functionality, storage options and even a bit of Google Cardboard fun. Please bring your Android phone and/or tablet. No iPhones or iPads please. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP832A W 01/22 01:00P-04:00P $49

Android 301: Advanced Settings, Tips and Tricks

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Get even more out of your Android smartphone or tablet. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll explore advanced settings such as formatting an SD card as internal storage, the differences between hard reboot, soft reboot and factory reset, implementing apps to automate tasks, sending and receiving texts from your tablet, using your tablet as a phone and more. Bring your Android phone or tablet. No iPhones or iPads. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP965A W 01/29 01:00P-04:00P $49

NEW! Appy Hour

Use your PC more efficiently and increase your productivity by learning dozens of tips, tricks and shortcuts involving the operating system, keyboard, desktop navigation, internet, editing text, fonts, special characters, maintenance, viruses, monitors, discs, sound and more. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP605A T 12/10-12/17 10:00A-01:00P $69 COMP605B SU 02/16-02/23 09:15A-12:15P $69

Mobile apps are tools that can serve similar or completely different functions. Learn how to identify useful purposes for using apps to maximize the benefit of the app for recreational, social, business and/or work-related activities. Bring a mobile device with a data plan and/or Wi-Fi connectivity that is connected to Google Play, Apple App or Galaxy Store with payment source connected to store account. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) COMP499A SA 01/18 10:00A-12:00P $29

NEW! *3D Printing for Beginners

NEW! Appy Hour for Seniors

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Dicover how to make/design innovative 3D objects for practical and artistic applications in this hands-on class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP331A SU 01/05-01/19 01:00P-04:00P $89

Adobe Photoshop Basics Learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop, the toolbar and menu functions, how to manipulate a digital image, learn basic photo correction, basic layers and filters. Bring a 16 GB flash drive and scanned/digital photos you would like to experiment with to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP421A SA 01/11 09:30A-12:30P $49

Adobe Photoshop Advanced Prerequisite: Adobe Photoshop Basics or a basic understanding of Photoshop. Topics will include creative text, selection/masking techniques, photo merge, content aware, bridge and minibridge, painting techniques, puppet warp, 3D animation and basic photo restoration and enhancement. You may bring and practice on your own scanned/digital photos. Bring a 16 GB flash drive to save your work. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP831A SA 01/18 09:30A-12:30P $49

*Adobe Photoshop Bundle If you want to learn Adobe Photoshop from foundational knowledge to advanced concepts. Take Adobe Photoshop Basics and Advanced with this bundle at a discounted price. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP391A SA 01/11-01/18 09:30A-12:30P $78

Blogging for Beginners Are you considering starting a blog or are you a new blogger? Nicole McDonald, an eight-year veteran, will discuss the basics. Topics will include determining if blogging is right for you, selecting a niche topic, choosing a blog platform and domain name. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP489A T 12/03 05:45P-08:45P $49

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NEW! Diving into WordPress Development This class will focus on WordPress development and what it takes for you to create a great website for your business, nonprofit, organization or clients. Topics include hosting, domains, themes, plug-ins, woo-commerce, design, documentation and more. Having a WordPress site is recommended but not required. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP399A W 01/08-01/29 05:30P-07:30P $79

Email Migration to Gmail Are you still using a Yahoo, Hotmail, Cox or other email address because you’re afraid of losing your contacts? Regardless of personal or business use, learn the best and easiest way to migrate away from outdated email platforms and stay in touch with important contacts as well as how to create email aliases. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP952A W 02/26 01:00P-04:00P $49

NEW! Facebook Marketplace Blogging for Profit Are you ready to transform your blog into a business and start earning money? Instructor, Nicole McDonald, a full-time blogger with more than eight years of experience, will share blog monetization strategies. Everything from affiliate income, selling ad space, creating products, joining ad networks and securing sponsored posts. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP494A TH 12/05 05:45P-08:45P $49

Build a Website from Concept to Publication Learn how to build a basic website. We will explore proper URL naming and acquisition, design consistency, images and logos, build (using Weebly), add-ons (Google calendar, PayPal buttons, etc.), proofing and publication. Bring your website ideas and a Windows laptop with Notepad installed (we will begin this class working with HTML) or use an MCC-provided laptop. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP975A W 02/05-02/19 05:45P-08:45P $89

Conceptos Básicos de Computadoras Aprende los básico en cómo usar una computadora. Los temas incluyen, usar el raton de computadora, iniciar sesión en computadoras, abrir una página de web y como enviar correos electrónicos. Esta clase es para estudiantes nuevos que quieren aprender sobre tecnología. MCC South Express, 3002 S. 24th St. COMP297A W 02/12 05:30P-08:30P $42

NEW! Digital Newsletters and Invitations Learn how to create an e-newsletter complete with images, hyperlinks and more; all while not wasting a scrap of paper. E-newsletters can also replace traditional invitations. Bring your ideas and a laptop to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP429A T 02/25-03/03 01:00P-04:00P $69

Digital Photo Storage and Management Learn basic scanning of old photos, how to back up all of your photos to the cloud and basic management of photos with Google Photo. You will need a free Google account for this class. This version of the class will cover PC products. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP968A SA 01/25 10:00A-02:00P $49

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Learn how to safely buy and sell items using Facebook Marketplace and how to set up and manage a PayPal account. We’ll cover precautionary items such as hidden details in item descriptions, safe pick-up options and more. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP398A W 12/11 05:45P-08:45P $49

Give Cable TV the Boot Wish there was another alternative besides satellite? There is, and it’s probably already installed in your home. The internet is great for surfing for information, but you can also use it to watch local TV, movies and shows via Hulu, Netflix, Amazon Prime and more. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP360A W 12/11 01:00P-04:00P $49 COMP360B T 02/11 01:00P-04:00P $49

iCloud Save time and work using iCloud. Saving files is very important. If your Apple device crashes, is lost or stolen, you may lose contacts, documents or those special photos and videos. iCloud is a great solution for backing up your Apple devices. Once your chosen documents, photos, etc., are in iCloud, you can view them on any device—even on Windows. Learn how to manage your iCloud account to get the most out of it. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP425A F 12/13 10:00A-01:00P $49

Illustrator for Beginners Students will learn basic Adobe Illustrator skills, which will enable them to create simple illustrations and logos. This class will touch on using the type, as well as pen and drawing tools in Illustrator. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP464A SA 02/01-02/08 10:00A-01:00P $62

NEW! InDesign for Business If you are struggling to understand how to use InDesign in the working world, this class is for you. Learn the fundamentals of InDesign while completing in-class assignments each week. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP461A SA 01/11-02/01 09:00A-12:00P $99

Internet Safety Protect your privacy and use the internet safely. In this class, you will learn how and why risks occur; steps to protect yourself from identity theft, fraud and email scams; tips for creating strong passwords and storing them safely; information you need to keep your online banking and shopping accounts safe. This class will give you confidence to enjoy a connected, digital life online. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP472A F 01/17 10:00A-01:00P $49

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Intro to Google Docs Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using the internet and have a Gmail or Google account. Google Docs is an online word processor with many of the capabilities of Microsoft Word. It is free to users who have a Gmail/Google account. This class covers the basics of navigating the window, using menus, converting documents and using Google Drive for file storage. Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. COMP435A SA 02/01 01:00P-04:00P $49

Intro to the Mac for 50-plus This class has been designed for those who have recently converted from Windows/PC to a Mac computer and who want to learn Mac technology at a slower pace. La Vista Community Center, 8116 Park View Blvd. COMP980A TH 01/09 01:00P-04:00P $49

iPad/iPhone 1 Bring your iPad/iPhone to class to learn the unique functions and features that will assist you in getting the most out of your device. You will learn how to maximize your battery, personalize your device, download apps, use Siri, search the internet using Safari, take, edit and share pictures and more. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP836A SU 02/02 09:15A-12:15P $49

iPad/iPhone 2 Let’s probe a little deeper into what the iPad/iPhone can do for you. The calendar in these devices is a powerful organizing tool which will sync between the devices. The Reminders app will also place reminders into your calendar. Besides taking pictures, did you know you can use your camera for many different life management tasks? Manage photos by building and editing albums. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP837A SU 02/09 09:15A-12:15P $49

iPad/iPhone 3 Want to be more productive with iPad/iPhone? Bring an iPad or iPhone to class and learn to use advanced applications of this Apple product. We will discuss FaceTime, Google Maps, messaging and iMovie Trailer. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP838A SU 02/23 09:15A-12:15P $49

Microsoft Excel Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool essential for managing and presenting data in today’s working environment. Gain the knowledge and skills to create and edit worksheets, use formulas and functions, sort and filter detail data visually, and present summary information in a consumable and professional format. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP369A SU 01/12-01/26 09:15A-12:15P $79 COMP369B T 02/04-02/18 10:00A-01:00P $79

Microsoft Excel Basics Explore the basic features of Microsoft Excel 2016 such as working with cells, formulas, charts and more. Bring a 16 GB flash drive if you would like to save files and class resources. Blair Public Library, 2233 Civic Drive, Blair, NE COMP828A SA 02/22 10:00A-01:00P $49

NEW! Microsoft Publisher: The Lost Art of Layout Prerequisite: Intermediate level computer proficiency. A properly arranged, spell checked, eye-catching flier can make all the difference between being read by the masses or simply being wallpaper. Revisit the lost art of layout to produce the most effective fliers, both print and online. Additionally, we will explore and discuss the use of “mini fliers” used as social media posts. Laptops will be provided during class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP462A T 01/07-01/14 05:45P-08:45P $69

NEW! Mobile App Design This course consists of developing a mobile app around a specific problem. Students will be asked to define a problem, gather user data (UX research), define a solution and present a design of a PROTO of a mobile application that solves the defined problem. Students will then be asked to develop a pricing and market strategy for their mobile application. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP495A TH 01/09-01/16 05:30P-07:30P $69 COMP495B M 02/24-03/02 05:30P-07:30P $69

MS Office Skills for the Workplace Looking for a new job or promotion within your company? Hone your skills with this class to give yourself a competitive edge in the workplace. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint as well as multiple Google Apps that are utilized in the business world today we be covered in this workshop. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP835A T 01/07-01/28 10:00A-01:00P $99 COMP835B SA 02/01-02/22 09:15A-12:15P $99

NEW! MS Project Made Easy Microsoft Project is a staple for project management and remains the most widely used project management software across all industries. In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Project. A workbook will be provided. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP319A SA 12/14 09:15A-12:15P $49 COMP319B T 02/25 10:00A-01:00P $49

QuickBooks, Level 1 Discover the basic operations of QuickBooks. You will learn to create a company accounting system from the ground up and build lists to include all the information necessary to operate a company’s operations on a day-to-day basis. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) COMP211A W 01/08-01/29 06:00P- 09:00P $99

QuickBooks, Level 2 Learn more about the Chart of Accounts and various payroll options. Setup is covered in detail as well as processing time sheets and single timed activities. Students learn to generate and modify reports. Other topics include setting up classes, job cost accounting, budgets and inventory. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) COMP212A W 02/19-03/11 06:00P-09:00P $99

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Using your Gmail Account—Level 2 Prerequisite: Using your Gmail Account—Level 1 This class will review level 1 information, then learn more advanced features of Gmail such as sending attachments, using labels, filtering messages and more. Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. COMP449A SA 02/29 01:00P-04:00P $49

Using Your Gmail Account Bundle Register for the bundle and get both sections of Using Your Gmail Account for a reduced rate. Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. COMP496A SA 02/22-02/29 01:00P-04:00P $69

Where’s My Stuff? File Management on the Mac Having trouble finding your files on your Mac computer? In this class we will explore the features of the Finder application and a few other applications that will help you find your files more quickly. We will examine techniques to improve file management. La Vista Community Center, 8116 Park View Blvd. COMP986A SA 02/08 10:00A-01:00P $29

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So Many Google Apps Did you know that having a Gmail account grants you access to so much more that Google has to offer? Google also gives you a place to store items, whether created with Google or not, for when you are on the go. Bring a laptop, Chromebook, tablet, smartphone or use an MCC-provided laptop to access your Gmail account in class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP972A T 02/11 05:45P-08:45P $49

Tableau Fundamentals This course is for those new to Tableau Desktop, current intermediatelevel users wanting to expand their skills or those working with data with little to no technical or analytical background. Upon completion, you will understand Tableau Desktop terminology, techniques and concepts. Must be 18 or older. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP985A T 01/14-01/23 06:00P-08:00P $79

Tired of your slow Windows laptop? You can upgrade your Windows laptop without buying a Chromebook. If you’ve never used a Chromebook or the Chrome operating system, this is a great opportunity for a test drive. Gmail account required; laptops will be provided during class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP498A T 01/21 01:00P-04:00P $49

NEW! Your Digital Legacy Technology makes it possible for future generations to see your face, hear your voice and feel as though they’ve gotten to know you even after you are gone. YouTube is a great way to record family history, stories and even a digital will. Learn how to use this free and readily available technology to share your digital legacy with your loved ones. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP497A T 01/28 01:00P-04:00P $49

Taking Photos from Start to Finish on the Mac—Part 1 This class will show Mac owners how to organize and edit photos using Apple’s application Photos. We will learn how to create albums and smart albums to organize photos for future projects in part two. La Vista Community Center, 8116 Park View Blvd. COMP279A SA 01/11 09:30A-12:30P $49

NEW! Unlocked—Android Phones Prerequisite: Android 201: Make Android Work for You Did you just get a new unlocked Android phone? Unbox it in class. This class is specifically for Android phones that were not acquired from a cell phone store or tied to a cell service carrier. If time allows, we’ll unlock developer mode and make some battery-saving changes to your phone. Bring your unlocked Android phone, SIM card (from a bring-your-ownphone cell service carrier) and mini SD card to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) COMP339A W 02/26 05:45P-08:45P $49

Using your Gmail Account—Level 1 Gmail is an easy and free email app that does not depend on your internet provider. Participants will learn to navigate the Gmail main window, send messages, and adjust basic Settings. Current Gmail users are also welcome to attend, but the pace will be set for new users. Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. COMP419A SA 02/22 01:00P-04:00P $49

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UPCOMING DENTISTRY CLASSES SPRING 2020  Dental Assisting Review  Coronal Polish  Administering Nitrous Oxide  Taking Impressions for Fixed Prostheses For more information on upcoming courses, contact Kristine Vacha, Dental Assisting instructor, at kavacha@mccneb.edu or 531-MCC-4676.

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COOKING AT HOME NEW! *Air Fryer Cooking Learn tips and tricks on how to use this amazing cooking gadget. Air fryers make meals in minutes that taste delicious and don’t require the oil that deep frying needs. Discover new recipes and taste them as you go. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) FOOD227A W 02/05 06:45P-08:45P $42

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COFFEE COLLEGE Discovering the Art of Coffee

Metropolitan Community College is partnering with Hardy Coffee to offer Coffee College. Whether you are a layperson looking to make the perfect cup of coffee or a customer service professional seeking to improve barista skills, these courses to help you increase your knowledge while learning from coffee professionals. Take four Coffee College courses and receive a Noncredit Coffee Certificate.

Coffee College: Origin Story

This class uncovers the mythology of coffee and tracks its journey from east Africa to the Americas. You leave with a thorough understanding of coffee, its history, the supply chain and flavor profiles from the various coffee growing regions of the world. Of course, you will get a chance to try coffee from various regions, too. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) HIST032A SA 12/14 09:00A-12:00P $25

Beginner’s Guide to Pour Over

When you’re brewing coffee, you want to use the best brewing method available. In this immersive, hands-on workshop, students learn why pour over yields superior taste relative to other brewing methods and take a deep dive into pour over brewers. Seating is limited. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FOOD220A M 01/06 06:00P-08:00P $19 FOOD220B M 02/24 06:00P-08:00P $19

Coffee College: Brewing Methods

Learn how to properly brew coffee and taste the effect that various brew methods have on flavor. Choose the coffee method that’s right for you and apply these principles for a made-to-order coffee experience. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FOOD208A SA 01/11 09:00A-12:00P $25

Coffee College: Sensory Development

Explore the various ways we use our senses to analyze coffee and its characteristics. Learn the cupping method of evaluation and dive into the science of flavor perception. Taste various blends, while utilizing your senses to accurately assess coffee flavor and quality. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FOOD207A SA 01/25 09:00A-12:00P $25

Coffee College: Roasting and Processing

Make your own fast food by preparing a few core ingredients once a week. Learn to shop in season, and on sale, to maximize health, affordability and flavor. A sample meal will be provided. Bring your appetite and a $5 fee to class. Lunch will be provided. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FOOD219A SA 03/07 10:00A-12:00P $29

Oil and Vinegar Basics Delve into the history and evolution of two of the culinary world’s most classic ingredients, olive oil and vinegar. Taste a host of simple, delicious foods while discovering healthy ways to use olive oil and vinegar in everyday meals. Bring your appetite and a $5 fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FOOD206A SA 02/15 12:00P-02:00P $29

Salts of the Earth Whether distilled from sea water, or harvested from mines, salt is an ingredient so crucial, it was once revered as global currency. Taste and explore a variety of gourmet salts, with emphasis on their origins, culinary applications and health benefits. This course includes a food sampling. Bring a $5 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FOOD214A SA 01/18 12:00P-02:00P $29

Successful Meal Planning Learn to save money by planning meals ahead of time. Discuss four different options: freeze ahead, 30-minute meals, crock-pot and gourmet meals. Learn to construct a meal plan that’s best for your family that minimizes food waste, saves money and tastes great. Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) FOOD200A M 01/13 06:30P-08:30P $25

Slow Cooker Freezer Meals Learn how to stock your freezer with simple and delicious meals that can be started in your slow cooker in the morning and ready in time for dinner. Instructor Nicole McDonald will share tips for freezer meal success, her favorite recipes and how to quickly stock your freezer with amazing slow cooker meals that your whole family can enjoy. Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) FOOD201A M 01/27 06:30P-08:30P $25

Master Your Pressure Cooker

Explore the relationship between roast, region and variety and discover the attributes each of these have on our brewed coffee. You will try coffee from various regions, processing methods and roast levels to examine and understand how these affect flavor. You will leave with a well-rounded knowledge of how the coffee supply chain imparts its characteristics into our cup of coffee. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FOOD209A SA 02/08 09:00A-12:00P $25

Prepare to be obsessed with your pressure cooker. Instructor Nicole McDonald will provide a step-by-step demonstration on how to use an electric pressure cooker, explain the different cooking modes, offer tips for cooking success, and share simple recipes and resources. Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) FOOD202A M 02/10 06:30P-08:30P $25

NEW! Coffee College: Paint and Sip

Take all three workshops and receive a discount. Use this course number to register. This bundle includes Master Your Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker Freezer Meals and Successful Meal Planning. Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) FOOD203A M 01/13-02/10 06:30P-08:30P $55

Sample the flavor of Hardy Coffee while painting with brewed coffee. Create painted samples of this unique pigment while learning of this local roaster’s skillful blends and sampling the latest artisanal offerings. Take home a 4 oz. bag. Bring a $30 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) FOOD228A SA 02/15 09:00A-12:00P $49

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*Cuisines: Japanese Street Food Explore Japanese gastropub fare. We will prepare classic Izakaya dishes and pair them with Japanese beers and sake at the end of the evening. Must be 21 and over to enroll. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK178A M 01/27 06:00P-09:00P $50

*Cuisines: Sushi Learn professional techniques to create sushi (rice), maki (rolls) and techniques to make a perfect roll. We’ll also discuss how to identify sushi-grade fish and some basic fish butchery techniques. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK021A M 02/17 06:00P-09:00P $50

*Cuisines: Thai Explore the exciting flavors of Thai cuisine. We will explore traditional ingredients, techniques and flavor concepts, and prepare essential Thai dishes, including pad thai, curries, fresh spring rolls and more. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK121A W 02/05 06:00P-09:00P $50

*Culinary Foundations: Braising and Stewing

CULINARY OPEN KITCHEN WORKSHOPS *Baguette and Sourdough Starters Join us in the bakeshop to explore the iconic baguette. Students will craft yeast-leavened baguettes, and learn about natural leavening methods. Lunch is included. COOK197A SA 02/29 09:00A-03:00P $75

NEW! *Baking: French Macarons Learn about the history behind this spectacular French confection, as well methods for creating delicious macarons right in your own kitchen. Fillings are part of the fun, so we will also explore different flavor profiles and ideas for creating variations of this classic dessert. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK060A M 02/03 06:00P-09:00P $50

*Baking School 2: Creams, Custards, Fillings and Glazes Join us for this in-depth workshop on creams, custards, fillings and glazes. Lunch is included. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK180A SU 01/26 09:00A-03:00P $75

*Baking School 3: Cake, Páte á Choux and Garniture Join us for this in-depth workshop on cake, pâte á choux, meringue and garniture. Dinner is included. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK191A F 01/31 03:00P-09:00P $75

*Cuisines: Discover Ramen Explore the four “mother” styles of ramen: Miso, Shoyu, Shio and Tonkotsu. Learn the foundational techniques and ingredients in making these mother ramens, and the components that make the perfect bowl. Participate in a guided tasting and evaluation. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK169A W 01/15 06:00P-09:00P $50

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We will delve into the techniques behind braising and stewing, using dry and moist-heat cooking. Beef short ribs, chicken fricassee and braised pork ragu are some of the dishes we will create. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK221A W 01/08 06:00P-09:00P $50

*Culinary Foundations: Risotto School This workshop focuses on the techniques of risotto-making, different flavor profiles and grain choices. You will make both savory and sweet versions of this comforting Italian classic. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK018A W 01/29 06:00P-09:00P $50

*Foundations: Knife Skills You need strong knife skills to be successful as a cook. This course will change your game in the kitchen for the rest of your life. Learn proper knife handling, classic knife cuts and how to utilize them in your kitchen at home. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK100A W 01/22 06:00P-09:00P $50

*Foundations: Pasta Basics This course focuses scratch pasta: dough, production and cookery. Students will also make fresh, flavorful sauces to complement their fresh pastas. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK153A M 01/13 06:00P-09:00P $50

*Foundations: Sauté Cooking From getting the oil to shimmer to tossing the contents of your pan with the courage of your convictions, this class will deliver the science and practice of the art of sauté. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK152A W 02/19 06:00P-09:00P $50

Check out our Holiday Happenings section to view upcoming holiday-themed Open Kitchen workshops. *no discounts

NEW! *Historical Dining Studio: West African Join us for an historical conversation and meal centered in discovering and celebrating native West African foods, and their role in American dining and cuisine. This communal dining experience will also feature a panel of experts who will guide and shape the conversation throughout the evening. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK061A F 02/07 06:00P-09:00P $30

NEW! *Historical Pairing Studio: Kennedy Inaugural Dinner Relive an amazing moment in history by enjoying the same food and drink served at John F. Kennedy’s 1961 inaugural dinner. Must be 21 or older to enroll. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK059A F 01/17 06:00P-09:00P $69 COOK059B SA 01/18 06:00P-09:00P $69

NEW! *Pairing Studio: Classic and Contemporary Greece This exploration of both classic and contemporary dining in Greece brings the humanities and culinary arts together in this unique fivecourse pairing studio. Learn differences and similarities between ancient and modern-day Greece and get a sneak peek into the upcoming International Community Travel course to Greece in August 2020. Must be 21 or older to enroll. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK062A F 01/10 06:00P-09:00P $69 COOK062B SA 01/11 06:00P-09:00P $69

*Pairing Studio: French Burgundy Enjoy a five-course meal paired with selected wines highlighting the surprising diversity of this legendary wine region. Chef Peter Walsh and wine expert, Lauren Balak, will discuss, demonstrate and share the history, food affinity and flavor of these great wines. Must be 21 or older to enroll. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK106A F 12/06 06:00P-09:00P $69 COOK106B SA 12/07 06:00P-09:00P $69

*Vegetables, Grains and Legumes: Winter Session Join us for the spring version of this course focusing on seasonal vegetables, hearty grains and legumes. Perfect for vegetarians or for anyone looking to add healthy options to their cooking repertoire. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK030A W 02/26 06:00P-09:00P $50

DANCE Ballroom Dance for Beginners Learn the basics of the three most popular ballroom dances: foxtrot, waltz and swing. You’ll have a great time doing easy patterns that move you smoothly around the dance floor and give you a great sense of rhythm. Hard-soled shoes are required. Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) DANC031A W 01/15-02/19 06:30P-07:30P $50

Ballroom Dance: Intermediate

Prerequisite: Ballroom Dance for Beginners Move your foxtrot, waltz and swing to the next level with patterns that give you more variety, highlighting how simple it is to lead/follow a partner. Partners highly recommended; hard-soled shoes are required. Fremont Area Center, 835 N. Broad St., Fremont, NE DANC019A T 01/14-02/18 08:00P-09:00P $50 Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) DANC019B W 01/15-02/19 07:30P-08:30P $50

Ballroom Advanced: Swing Prerequisite: Ballroom Dance: Intermediate No dance has adapted to the changing sounds and tempos of pop music like swing. Get your feet moving in swing rhythm and the patterns come quick and easy. Hit the floor; it’s swing time. Partners and hardsoled shoes required. (Section A skips 1/20 and 2/17) Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) DANC033A M 01/06-02/24 07:30P-08:30P $50 Fremont Area Center, 835 N. Broad St., Fremont, NE DANC033B T 01/14-02/18 07:00P-08:00P $50

Ballroom Advanced: West Coast Swing Prerequisite: Ballroom Dance: Intermediate West Coast swing offers a funky variation on traditional swing, using a rhythm-and-blues vibe and a technique that develops the ability to lead and follow. It allows each partner to add special moves that bring personality and vitality to the dance floor. Partners and hard-soled shoes required. (skips 1/20 and 2/17) Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) DANC005A M 01/06-02/24 08:30P-09:30P $50

Belly Dancing Discover expressive, sensual, playful flirtations and embracing your femininity while learning muscle control, poise and grace. Belly dancers aren’t just wiggling and jiggling their hips; they’re getting an ab workout that sculpts almost every single muscle in their core. Must be 18 years or older to enroll. A.V. Sorenson Community Center, 4808 Cass. St. DANC399A W 01/08-02/12 06:15P-07:15P $69

Women’s Latin Dance Performance Discover how to improve your timing, styling and learn different Latin rhythms like the cha-cha, salsa, bachata, kizomba, shines and spins. Latin dance fusion choreographies will be explored as well. All levels of dance experience are welcome. A.V. Sorenson Community Center, 4808 Cass. St. DANC410A W 01/08-02/12 07:30P-08:30P $69 *no discounts Register: mccneb.edu/ce • 531-MCC-5231

NEW! Midwest Crime Bosses During the Prohibition Era both Omaha and Kansas City were considered “wide open towns” where crime and corruption flourished. Join us for a comparitive history of these two cities and the “two Toms” that ruled them. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HIST051A TH 02/06 06:00P-08:00P $25

Nebraska Legends, Myths and Monsters Nebraska has its fair share of cryptid stories including Sasquatch, a lake monster and plenty of UFO sightings. Spend an evening discovering unusual and very interesting cases of local legends, myths and monsters of Nebraska. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HIST034A TH 02/20 06:30P-08:30P $25

NEW! Nebraska True Crime

HISTORICAL INTEREST Dark Side of the Stockyards Spend an evening discovering the dark side of the stockyards in South Omaha. Listen to Jamie Nestroyl as she tells stories about the rise and fall of Magic City, as well as some seedy stories about accidents, deaths, riots, the strike and more. South Omaha Campus, Mahoney Building, 2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave. HIST035A TH 02/27 06:30P-08:00P $20

There have been many times in Nebraska history when people were double-checking their deadbolts before heading to sleep. We will discuss numerous serial killers, crime sprees and cults that shocked the country. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HIST048A T 01/21 06:30P-08:30P $25 Fremont Area Center, 835 N. Broad St., Fremont, NE HIST048B W 02/12 07:30P-09:30P $25

North Omaha History North Omaha has roots back to 1812, which includes a lynching before the turn-of-the-twentieth-century, the bustling development of the African-American community through the 1950s, a series of riots in the 1960s and more. This class is a must for any history enthusiast. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) HIST041A SA 02/15-02/22 09:00A-12:00P $39

NEW! Evolution of Monsters Vampires, werewolves and zombies are typically seen as beings of legends and folklore. Come learn the original history behind these various monsters and how superstition, literature, pop culture and Hollywood transformed them into the objects of our nightmares. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HIST049A T 01/14 06:30P-08:30P $25

History of South Omaha Dive into the history of South Omaha, the “Magic City” of the Midwest. This class will examine the melting pot of cultures in South Omaha on the eve of annexation, the Greektown riot of 1909 and the influence of the “Big Four” meatpacking companies on the industrial and labor history of the region. Participants will also experience a guided tour of the MCC South Omaha Campus mural. South Omaha Campus, 2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave. HIST044A TH 01/23 06:00P-08:00P $25

NEW! Irish Diaspora in Omaha Join us for a historical survey of the Omaha area through an Irish lens; from the Creighton brothers to Father Flannagan and beyond. This course will also include an explanation and examination of the recently completed South Omaha Irish Mural. South Omaha Campus, 2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave. HIST052A TH 02/13 06:00P-08:00P $25

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NEW! Prospect Hill Cemetery Presentation Join us as we explore Omaha’s historic Prospect Hill Cemetery. Images and videos of this memorial garden will display as an on-site tour guide regales you with tales of cemetery residents, the meaning behind funerary art and symbolism, and the history of Omaha’s first cemetery. MCC South Express, 3002 S. 24th St. HIST046A F 01/10 06:00P-07:30P $25 MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HIST046B T 02/18 06:00P-07:30P $25

NEW! Public Art in the Midwest Examine the interplay between art, history and locality as it relates to our often-overlooked region of the country. We will review public art in the Midwest from its origins with the WPA until today with a particular focus on local public art. MCC South Express, 3002 S. 24th St. HIST050A TH 01/30 06:00P-08:00P $25

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NEW! Ceramics: Vintage Christmas Tree The vintage ceramic Christmas trees are back in a huge way. These are the same vintage trees that were proudly displayed in your grandparent’s home. Enjoy the nostalgia as you hand paint your very own tree. Choose from different colored glazes and lights. Supplies included. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. ARTC763A F 12/06 06:00P-08:00P $45

Fused Glass Ornaments Add a personal touch to your holiday décor this year. This class will guide you through the process of assembling a set of four kiln-fused holiday ornaments to give as gifts or to hang on your own tree. Bring a $20 supply fee to class. Rainbow Artistic Glass, 3709 S. 138th St. ARTC603A M 12/09 06:00P-08:00P $30 ARTC603B SA 12/14 01:00P-03:00P $30

NEW! Hand-Crafted Glass Blown Ornaments

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS NEW! Dog Toy Workshop: The Best Bark for Your Buck Learn how to make custom and safe dog toys including fleece tugs, snuffle mats and T-ball tuggies. This workshop will provide demos on toys/games that can be used to keep your four-legged friend occupied while stuck inside during the cold season with items you have at home. Bring one yard of fleece and a 12-inch square grid sink mat to class. Fremont Area Center, 835 N. Broad St., Fremont, NE ANIM047A T 12/10 05:30P-07:00P $50

NEW! Paw Wax for Pups Just like humans, dogs can suffer from dry or cracked paws, especially in winter conditions. In this holiday workshop, learn how to make a natural paw wax that will help soothe and protect your dogs’ paws. Fremont Area Center, 835 N. Broad St., Fremont, NE ANIM046A M 12/09 06:00P-08:30P $45 La Vista Community Center, 8116 Park View Blvd. ANIM046B T 12/10 06:00P-08:30P $45 Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. ANIM046C F 12/20 06:30P-09:00P $45

Bon Appétit Platter: Snowman Create a beautiful fused glass platter that can be functional as a serving tray, to put out for decoration or give as a gift. Call Rainbow Artistic Glass at 402-330-7676 to reserve your choice of mold before the class begins. Bring a $30 lab fee to class. Rainbow Artistic Glass, 3709 S. 138th St. ARTC725A TH 12/12 06:00P-08:30P $35

NEW! Ceramics: Holiday Decorations and Ornaments Make your own handmade bells, hanging ornaments, tiles/trivets and more. Glaze them with colorful glazes and display them just in time for the holidays. Supplies included. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. ARTC755A TH 12/05-12/12 06:00P-09:00P $65

NEW! Ceramics: Holiday Trinkets Make your own decorative and creative holiday gifts to give away this year. Using fine porcelain clay to create beautiful pieces of jewelry, handmade magnets, wine stoppers or keychains for your friends and loved ones. Bring an $8 supply fee to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC758A W 12/04-12/18 06:00P-08:00P $59

Prerequisite: Must have good hand dexterity and ability to blow up a balloon. Go all out and decorate with hand-crafted glass blown ornaments this holiday season. Students will begin with a glass cylinder and add colored glass frit of their choosing, making eight to 10 ornaments. Bring a $40 supply fee to class. No refunds. Rainbow Artistic Glass, 3709 S. 138th St. ARTC745A W 12/11 06:00P-08:30P $30

NEW! Holiday Gift Tags Bring a friend and create lovely handmade gift tags. Just in time for the holiday season, you can decoupage, stencil and use fanciful paint techniques to create one-of-a-kind tags for your friends and loved ones. Only one person should register. Bring a $10 supply fee, per person, to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC760A M 12/09 06:00P-08:00P $35

Holiday Glass Ornament Bring on the holidays with colorful, fusible glass. Collage with glass to create your own, one-of-a-kind holiday ornament. Learn some tricks and design skills and then jump right into creating. Designs will be taken to the kiln and can be picked up in about a week. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC435A TH 12/05 06:30P-08:00P $15 ARTC435B F 12/06 06:30P-08:00P $15

NEW! Keepin’ it Cozy: Crochet Mug Cozy Easy last-minute gift ideas anyone will love. Crochet a cozy for a mug for friends, family, teachers or coworker. Handmade gifts are always best and will cut down on costs this holiday season. Hobby Lobby, 7646 Dodge St. ARTC744A SA 12/07 01:00P-04:00P $45

NEW! Seniors Acrylic for the Holidays Join this adventure into the world of acrylic painting, holiday style. Explore color theory and different techniques for painting. Complete up to three holiday-themed paintings. Bring paints (cadmium red, ultramarine blue, cadmium yellow, alizarin crimson and raw umber), #2 and #10 grumbacher brushes, three 11x14 canvasses, jar, rag, palette and palette knife to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC747A TH 12/05-12/19 06:00P-08:00P $59

NEW! Vinyl Cutting–Designing Your Ugly Holiday Shirts Learn design basics and how to operate a vinyl cutter to create your very own ugly holiday shirt design. Cut your design out and watch as others admire your creation. (ages 14 and up) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC757A T 12/10 05:15P-08:15P $49

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Out with the Old, Swing in the New Whether the office is rocking out for the holiday or the ball is dropping on New Year’s Eve, don’t be stuck on the sidelines when you could be out on the dance floor in the middle of the fun. Swing will take you from the 1940s big band sound of a 10-piece orchestra to today’s top 40 beats. Leather-soled shoes recommended. Pairs encouraged. Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) DANC002A W 12/04 06:00P-08:00P $19

NEW! History of Christmas Traditions ‘Tis the season. Come learn the origins behind many of the traditions and rituals we perform every year around Christmas time. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HIST047A T 12/10 06:30P-08:30P $25 Blair Public Library, 2233 Civic Drive, Blair, NE HIST047B SA 12/14 10:00A-12:00P $25

*Christmas Evergreen Splendor Learn various types of evergreens, flowers and centerpiece styles of floral design. Complete one floral piece. There will be a demonstration on cutting your own evergreens. Fort Omaha Campus, Building 29, 5300 N. 30th St. HORT011A SA 12/07 09:00A-12:00P $30

*Holiday Hors D’ Oeuvres Make your holiday gatherings a culinary delight this year. Learn to make appetizers designed for holiday guests. Techniques and ingredients will be covered that will give you insights into the creations of many simple and complex hors d’ oeuvres that can be used again and again. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK102A W 12/04 06:00P-09:00P $50

*International Holiday Cookies Festive cookies are a holiday tradition around the globe. Explore keys to success for various cookie types, then prepare a variety of recipes traditional to Europe and beyond. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK020A W 12/11 06:00P-09:00P $50

*Mixology: Holiday Cocktails Cocktail-making techniques and different combinations along with festive holiday flavors and presentations will be explored in this fun, hands-on workshop. Must be 21 or older. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK058A SU 11/24 02:00P-05:00P $50

*Pairing Studio: Christmas Beers Celebrate the holidays with a five-course family style Christmas beer pairing. Chef Michael Combs and Derek Peterson will discuss, demonstrate and share the history, food affinity and flavor of specialty holiday beers. Must be 21 or older. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK029A F 12/13 06:00P-09:00P $69 COOK029B SA 12/14 06:00P-09:00P $69

NEW! *Pairing Studio: Holiday Hosting This unique hands-on pairing will focus on a chef-created five-course meal with plating tips and demonstrations. You will discover the secrets to designing a beautiful and festive table setting, then learn the elegant tableside wine service. Each attendee will receive recipe cards and table design layouts to take home. Must be 21 or older. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK063A F 12/06 06:00P-09:00P $69 COOK063B SA 12/07 06:00P-09:00P $69

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NEW! Holiday Embroidery Deck your halls with a handmade holiday embroidery piece. This class will cover embroidery basics and fundamentals. We will be working with a number of patterns, colors and techniques. You will leave with a oneof-a-kind piece of your own to keep or give as a gift. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) SEWI284A SA 12/14 09:30A-01:30P $49

NEW! *Build a Custom Holiday Sign Design a holiday sign using CorelDraw software. Using wood and a laser cutter, cut your design and finish it with paint or stain. Supplies included. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX629A M 12/09 12:00P-03:00P $48

NEW! *Build a Game Using Raspberry Pi Learn the concept of Raspberry Pi technology to build a hand-held game in an Altoids tin container. Supplies included. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX632A SA 12/21 12:00P-04:00P $60

*Create a Light in Woodshop Design and build a 1-2 light fixture using the equipment and tools in the PROTO Design Lab woodshop. Participants will finish off their project using stain and varnish. Cost of materials is added to the tuition. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX627A SU 12/08-12/15 12:00P-03:00P $65

NEW! *Make a Family Theme Board Game Bring up to four members of your family to work together to make a customized board game. Equipment used for this project include the UV printer, 3D printer, laser printer, and a variety of other tools. Tuition includes cost of materials and up to four participants in your family. Only one family member needs to register. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX631A SU 12/22 11:00A-03:00P $55

NEW! *Make a Holiday Candle Holder Using candles during the holiday season is a tradition widely used. This year, use the laser cutter to customize a design for your candle holder by making any scene you want. Once the holder is cut, you can paint or stain it to your preference. Materials are included in the cost of the class. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX628A SU 12/01 12:00P-03:00P $45 *no discounts

NEW! *Make a Holiday Wreath and Ornaments Design a unique holiday wreath that lasts for many years and can be passed down from one generation to the next. No previous computer experience is needed. Students learn how to create a unique design using CorelDraw software, a laser cutter to cut out wood, and finish the wreath with paint or stain. Supplies included. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX630A SA 12/14 12:00P-03:00P $43

*PROTO Design Lab Give your loved on a gift the will be remembered for years to come. The PROTO Design Lab is a place where you can visualize, develop and create just about anything you want. Technicians are available to help you with any questions. Participants are required to take a short safety course before using equipment. Open lab hours may vary and are posted on the door. Material and supplies are an additional charge. The lab is closed on holidays. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. One year WIDX407K 01/02-12/23 Open Lab $200 Six months WIDX407E 01/02-07/31 Open Lab $100 Three months WIDX407D 01/02-03/31 Open Lab $60 One month WIDX407F 01/02-01/31 Open Lab $25

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS—COLLEGE FOR KIDS NEW! Fit Kids: Holiday Style Learn how to make and create recipes for healthy holiday snacks and how to stay active during winter months through different ways of play, exercise and movement. (ages 3-5) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS089A MWF 12/16-12/20 09:30A-11:00A $52

*Gingerbread House Decorating Start celebrating the season with gingerbread fun in this holiday workshop. Discover tools and techniques to create the perfect gingerbread house display for all to see. This is a parent/child class; only the child needs to be registered. Supplies included. (ages 5-11) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS001A SA 12/14 09:30A-11:30A $35

*Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshop Get a head start on your holiday cookies and make memories with your child in this workshop. These adorable cookies will make great gifts for family, friends, teachers or enjoy them yourselves. This is a parent/child class; only the child needs to be registered. Supplies included. (ages 5-11) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS020A SA 12/07 01:00P-02:30P $29

NEW! Holiday Painting for Kids Start building new traditions as you create a holiday masterpiece together. Your completed canvas will make a great holiday decoration or gift. All supplies included. This is a parent/child class; only the child needs to be registered. (ages 8-11) MCC South Express, 3002 S. 24th St. KIDS083A SA 12/07 10:00A-12:00P $39 La Vista Community Center, 8116 Park View Blvd. KIDS083B SA 12/14 10:00A-12:00P $39

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS—WILL YOU BE MY VALENTINE? NEW! Ceramic Painting: Valentine Date Night Treat yourselves to a unique night out downtown. Celebrate the one you love by being creative together. Choose from several Valentineinspired pieces to paint with glaze. Supplies included. Only one person should register. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. ARTC762A TH 02/13 07:00P-09:00P $35

Fiber Art: Date Night Experience a romantic evening and take home a milestone that will last a lifetime. Learn the art of weaving and create a beautiful wall hanging. Choose from twigs, wire, leather, metal or found objects. Tuition covers both of you; only one of you needs to register. Bring a $10 per couple supply fee to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) ARTC300A F 02/07 06:00P-08:30P $25

NEW! Handcrafted Greeting Cards Discover how to use different methods and materials to express your creativity while making a beautiful handmade card. Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE ARTC752A M 02/03 06:00P-08:00P $35

*Silversmithing: Couples Night Out Join master silversmith, Levent Oz, for an evening with your sweetheart or a friend, while creating your own hammered sterling silver rings. Guests will enjoy a fresh selection of fruits, aged cheeses and beverages. You may bring your own wine. Only one person in the couple needs to register. Call 402-558-1307 with questions. Silver of Oz, 2610 N. Main St., Suite B, Elkhorn, NE ARTC665A F 02/07 06:00P-09:00P $209

*Chocolate Lover’s Workshop The class will focus on chocolate candies, snacks, ganache and caramels while adding some creative ability and unique flavor combinations. This class will keep you fully engaged while creating a delicious assortment of classic confections. Fort Omaha Campus, Institute for the Culinary Arts, Building 22 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway COOK206A W 02/12 06:00P-09:00P $50

*Valentine Cookie Decorating Workshop Learn cookie decorating techniques including how to make delicious cookie frosting, using piping bags and adding that special touch to your creations. This class is sure to be a treat. This is a parent/child class; only the child needs to be registered. Supplies included. (ages 5-11) MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) KIDS021A W 02/12 06:00P-07:30P $29

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HORTICULTURE NEW! *Beekeeping Basics: Build Your Hive Join the MCC Horticulture team and learn about the social structure of bee hives, see the equipment used in the apiary and try different types of seasonal honey. Get hands-on as we prep and construct hives, including one for you to take home. Fort Omaha Campus, Building 29, 5300 N. 30th St. HORT024A SA 01/25 09:00A-12:00P $100

*Designing an Everyday Floral Piece Learn how to make two styles of “everyday” floral pieces. Learn the flower types and care. Students will complete two pieces. Fort Omaha Campus, Building 29, 5300 N. 30th St. HORT010A SA 01/11 09:00A-12:00P $30

MUSIC NEW! Electronic Dance Music It’s time to turn your electronic beats dream into a hobby by learning how to create electronic dance music on a computer. This is a beginner level class that will introduce you to building methods and formulas. An understanding of music is helpful and rhythm is required. Bring a pair of stereo headphones to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) MUSC420A T 01/28-02/04 05:45P-08:45P $69

Guitar I Learn how to read the notes on the guitar and on the staff in first position. You will start chord progressions right away. Bring your guitar, electric or acoustic, to class. Class meets in the sound studio of the instructor’s home. Full Head Room Studio, 1601 N. 60 St. MUSC024A T 01/14-02/04 07:00P-09:00P $42

Piano I Learn to play the piano in no time. Each session uses a directional and traditional approach to reading music. Class meets in the sound studio of the instructor’s home. Full Head Room Studio, 1601 N. 60 St. MUSC013A TH 01/16-02/06 07:00P-09:00P $42

16 BARS: RAP, SPOKEN WORD, HIP-HOP AND POETRY The History of Hip-Hop Learn the origins and evolution of rap and the hip-hop culture. From the stories and poems of West Africa, learn the origins of rap, rhythm and poetry; and the connections to the Great African American oral tradition and spoken word. Follow its growth to the biggest selling music genre in the world. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) MUSC416A TH 01/30 06:30P-08:30P $19

Spittin’ Fire Learn the practice and purpose of writing rap or rhythm and poetry. This course will teach you how to construct your verses within the confines of eight-count bars. Learn about the hook, its purpose and function and about the tools that rappers use. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) MUSC417A TH 02/13 06:30P-08:30P $19

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*Intermediate Data Analysis This Intermediate Data Analysis course will introduce you to the statistics behind these group differences and relationships. In addition, you’ll learn how to work with ratings, graphs and user-friendly reports of statistical results. After you register, you will be given a web address and password to access your online classroom. Online BSAD352A MTWTHFSASU 03/02-03/27 $195

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NEW! *Introduction to Voiceovers Explore the voiceover industry. Discover current trends, opportunities and tools you need to and success. Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve your delivery. This is a one time, 90-minute, one-on-one video-chat class. Learn more about the process at voicesforall.com/ooo. Must be 18 years of age or older to participate. An MCC staff member will contact you after your register to help you set up your one-on-one session. Online BSAD386A MTWTHFSASU 12/09-02/27 $49

*Introduction to Game Design Games are increasingly recognized as a tool that can serve many business purposes beyond entertainment. This course provides a general introduction to what goes into the design and development of both video and analog games, with a particular focus on the use of games outside of consumer entertainment. After you register, you will be given a web address and password to access your online classroom. Online COMP333A MTWTHFSASU 02/03-02/28 $245

*Intermediate Video Game Design Worldwide, video game sales including consoles, online and mobile games are projected to reach $111 billion dollars this year. Mobile games are the fastest-growing segment of the market as more and more people play casual games. After you register, you will be given a web address and password to access your online classroom. Online COMP334 MTWTHFSASU 03/02-03/27 $245

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*Introduction to Social Media Learn what social media are and their role in your business and personal life. Find out the top sites and how businesses are using the sites for communication, customer retention, branding, marketing, market research, needs assessment and serving customers and clients. After you register, you will be given a web address and password to access your online classroom. Online COMP393A MTWTHFSASU 02/03-02/28 $195

*Marketing Using Social Media Learn quick and easy ways to use Twitter, blogs and LinkedIn to engage your customers or clients and keep them interested in your organization or business. You’ll find out the advantages and disadvantages of each, and learn what’s right for your work and kind of organization. After you register, you will be given a web address and password to access your online classroom. Online COMP394A MTWTHFSASU 03/02-03/27 $195

*Integrating Social Media in Your Organization Take away a practical strategy and techniques for implementing a social strategy for your organization or business. Learn the top five considerations when starting a social network as well as tips to manage an online community. After you register, you will be given a web address and password to access your online classroom. Online COMP395A MTWTHFSASU 04/06-05/01 $195

*Social Media for Business Certificate This course combines Introduction to Social Media, Marketing Using Social Media and Integrating Social Media in Your Organization at a discounted price. Take away a practical strategy and techniques for implementing a social strategy for your organization or business. Learn the top five considerations when starting a social network as well as tips to manage an online community. After you register, you will be given a web address and password to access your online classroom. Online COMP396A MTWTHFSASU 02/03-05/01 $495

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*General Ledger and Month End Procedures Learn how to post journal entries to the correct general ledger accounts impacted by each transaction. This course will show you how to make sure your general ledger balances at the end of each month by preparing an unadjusted trial balance. After you register, you will be given a web address and password to access your online classroom. Online FINA318A MTWTHFSASU 03/02-03/27 $195

*Closing Procedures and Financial Statements This course shows you how to create a worksheet used to adjust the account balances and prepare the financial statements. After you register, you will be given a web address to go to get into your online classroom. You will have a password and use your email address and password to gain access. Online FINA319A MTWTHFSASU 04/06-05/01 $195

*Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers Get a foundation to understand the seven steps in the accounting cycle and use financial information in decision making. Come away with the knowledge to analyze resource allocation and evaluate financial performance. After you register, you will be given a web address and password to access your online classroom. Online FINA308A MTWTHFSASU 02/03-02/28 $195

*Cash is King Discover how to maximize cash flow, learn the importance of cash and find out your role in cash flow success. After you register, you will be given a web address and password to access your online classroom. Online FINA309A MTWTHFSASU 03/02-03/27 $195

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PHOTOGRAPHY Basic Digital Photography Explore how to use all the features of your digital camera. Learn about basic exposure and composition to get great photos to share with friends and family. Bring your digital camera to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) PHOT004A T 01/07-02/04 06:00P-08:00P $89

Basic Techniques of Digital Photos 101 After we have properly set your camera, you will learn the basics of taking good pictures. We will discuss when to use the built-in flash and when to take advantage of your camera’s special “scene” settings to get pleasing pictures in less than perfect situations. Bring your camera and instruction manual to class. Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE PHOT112A SA 02/22 09:00A-12:00P $45

Basic Techniques of Digital Photos 102 Prerequisite: Basic Techniques of Digital Photos 101 Discover ways to recognize situations when you can obtain better results by moving beyond your camera’s automatic settings. Bring your fully adjustable camera and instruction manual to class and we’ll explore a practical approach to creating more effective images. Use your new skills to record memories or to boost your social media at work. Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE PHOT113A SA 02/22 01:00P-04:00P $45

Basic Techniques of Digital Photos 101 and 102 Take both Basic Techniques of Digital Photos 101 and Basic Techniques of Digital Photos 102 and receive a discount. Bring your fully adjustable camera and instruction manual to class. Lunch from noon-1 p.m. on your own. Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE PHOT114A SA 02/22 09:00A-04:00P $75

Building Blocks of Basic Photography Discover the basic fundamental principles of photography, basic digital imaging and photographic jargon. Basic camera operations will be explained and demonstrated. This workshop is designed for adjustable cameras. Point and shoot cameras will not be discussed. Bring your camera to class to learn the camera features that you can use. There will be a lunch break from noon-1 p.m. on your own. Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE PHOT152A SA 01/18 08:30A-04:30P $75

Digital Photo Editing in Adobe Photoshop Import your digital images into Adobe Photoshop and do the necessary editing to enhance and optimize your photos. Learn to improve your compositions, color correct, retouch and correct skin tone to make your images look great. Bring your digital camera to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) PHOT003A TH 01/09-02/06 06:00P-08:00P $89

The PROTO Design Lab is a place where you can visualize, develop and create just about anything you want. Technicians are available to help you with any questions. The equipment available includes: 3D printers, laser cutters, plasma cutter, CNC routers, a vinyl cutter, 3D scanners, an embroidery machine, milling machines, painting and finishing machines and a full wood and metal working lab. Participants are required to take a short safety course before using equipment. Open lab hours may vary and are posted on the door. Material and supplies are an additional charge. The lab is closed on holidays. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. One year WIDX407J 12/01-11/30 Open Lab $200 WIDX407K 01/02-12/23 Open Lab $200 WIDX407L 02/01-01/31 Open Lab $200 Six months WIDX407B 12/01-06/30 WIDX407E 01/02-07/31 WIDX407H 02/01-08/31

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Machine Training Sessions Free weekly equipment demonstrations are provided to all PROTO Design Lab participants. If you want to participate in the training, but are not a lab participant, sign up for one of the classes above. If you have a project in mind, you can work on your project after the training session.  Wednesday nights, 6-6:30 p.m. is a 3D printing demonstration on one of our six types of 3D printers.  Thursday nights, 6-6:30 p.m. is a laser cutting demonstration from start to finish. Contact Ken Heinze at khheinze@mccneb.edu or 531-MCC-2666 for more information.

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NEW! *Make a Fruit Piano Using Raspberry Pi Using Raspberry Pi technology and a speaker, participants create a piano with fruit for the touch sensors to make the sounds. Using capacitive touch sensors works by detecting when a person touches one of the sensor electrodes. An audio player plays a sound per sensor. Supplies and materials are included in the cost of the tuition. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX633A SA 01/11 12:00P-03:00P $60

NEW! *Make Laser Cut Jewelry Learn how to design and cut out intricate patterns in wood using CorelDraw and the laser cutter. Jewelry can be stained or painted. Supply costs are included in the tuition. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX636A SU 01/26 12:00P-04:00P $45

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PROTO DESIGN LAB—WORKSHOPS NEW! *Acrylic Pouring Painting with Resin Using the laser cutter or plasma cutter, cut out a wood, acrylic or metal design. Finish your project by creating an amazingly unique effect by using a painting-pouring resin technique. Cost of materials included in tuition. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX639A SA 02/15 09:00A-01:00P $60

*Build a Custom Metal Sign Design a custom sign for your home or yard with metal materials. Use the plasma cutter to cut out your design. Finish your sign by adding lights and/or painting or sanding the surface. Cost of materials included in tuition. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX392A SA 01/25 12:00P-04:00P $58

NEW! *Build a Lighted Shadow Box Build a wooden shadow box on the laser cutter. A light is placed inside the box and covered it with an acrylic front that you design with a picture to create a depth effect that results in a dramatic visualization. The UV printer is used to create the top design. Supplies are included in the tuition. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX634A SA 01/04 12:00P-04:00P $50

NEW! *Laser Engrave a Photo Bring your favorite photo to be uploaded on PhotoGraV software that is designed specifically for laser engraving. You can bring your own piece of wood or acrylic or we can supply you with one. Cost of materials included in tuition. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX637A SA 02/01 12:00P-04:00P $45

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Bring your old unwanted metal products from home and transform them into new materials or products. Based on the materials the participants bring and the project the participants are working on, equipment used would be the plasma cutter, welder, metal sander, sand blaster, bender, paint machine and other miscellaneous tools. Supply costs are included in the tuition. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX635A SASU 01/18-01/19 12:00P-04:00P $50

*T-Shirt Design Participants use CorelDraw software to create a unique, custom design. The design is cut on the vinyl cutting machine, weeded onto the T-shirt, and then sealed using a heat transfer press in the PROTO Design Lab. Participants need to bring one or two blank T-shirts. Material costs are included in the tuition. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX393A SU 01/05 12:00P-03:00P $35

*Ukulele Making The ukulele is a member of the lute family of instruments that is rich with history and tradition. It first appeared in Hawaii in the 1800s and gained great popularity elsewhere in the United States during the early 20th century. It generally employs four nylon strings or four courses of strings that are usually played with the base thumb and/or finder. The ukulele is easier to learn to play than a guitar. Build a ukulele using the tools and equipment in the PROTO Design Lab. Safe practices of using equipment and tools are emphasized. Materials are included in tuition. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX613A SU 02/02-02/09 12:00P-03:00P $75

NEW! *UV Print a Photo Remember your loved ones this Valentine’s Day by surprising them with a picture of you on canvas. Bring one or two of your favorite pictures and enhance it using CorelDraw software. Using the UV printer, print the picture in either color or black and white. Cost of supplies included in tuition. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX638A SA 02/08 12:00P-03:00P $50

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REMODELING/REPAIR WORKSHOPS

Save money now. Learn repair and remodeling skills for your home or rental property that would cost you a bundle if you hired a professional. Join the professionals from the MCC Construction Technology department in the Construction Education Center for a new, expanded series of workshops. Get into the lab and practice what you are learning. Gain the confidence to tackle projects. Sign up early, seats are limited.

Drywall Installation I Learn drywall techniques that can save you time, money and frustration. Receive tips on estimating, measuring and installing. This is a handson class, so wear your work clothes. Bring a hammer, tape measure, square, utility knife and tool belt to class if you have them. Class maximum is 12. Fort Omaha Campus, Construction Education Center, Building 25 5730 N. 30th St. (northeast doors) HOMI106A SA 01/25 08:00A-12:00P $82

Drywall Installation II Prerequisite: Drywall Installation I Now that you know how to hang drywall, come to this follow-up class to practice taping, sanding and patching. This is a hands-on class, so wear work clothes. Bring a hammer, tape measure, square, utility knife and tool belt to class if you have them. Class maximum is 12. Fort Omaha Campus, Construction Education Center, Building 25 5730 N. 30th St. (northeast doors) HOMI235A SA 01/25 01:00P-05:00P $82

Wall Framing—Part I Are you a homeowner, landlord or a house flipper? Save money and do your own repairs. This class includes instructions, demonstrations and hands-on practical work on wall and joist layout, stud installation and rough opening framing. Bring a tool belt, hammer, 25-foot tape measure, speed square, chalk line, utility knife and a carpenter’s pencil to class. Lunch is on your own. Fort Omaha Campus, Construction Education Center, Building 25 5730 N. 30th St. (northeast doors) HOMI001A SA 01/11 08:00A-05:00P $135

Wall Framing—Part II Prerequisite: Wall Framing—Part I Build on the skills you learned in Wall Framing—Part I and frame a basement. Learn to insulate and install perimeter walls, construct adjoining walls, build soffits and frame around windows and beam posts. Bring a tool belt, hammer, 25-foot tape measure, speed square, chalk line, utility knife and a carpenter’s pencil to class. Lunch is on your own. Fort Omaha Campus, Construction Education Center, Building 25 5730 N. 30th St. (northeast doors) HOMI276A SA 01/18 08:00A-05:00P $135

Plumbing—Toilets Learn to replace and repair toilets and faucets, and to remove a fixture, repair and/or replace it and then reinstall it properly according to code requirements. Bring a phillips screwdriver, a straight screwdriver, 6-inch, 8-inch and 10-inch crescent wrenches and a pair of slip joint pliers to class if you have them. Fort Omaha Campus, Construction Education Center, Building 25 5730 N. 30th St. (northeast doors) HOMI101A SA 02/01 08:00A-12:00P $82

Plumbing—Faucets and Valves Learn to repair and replace all types of faucets and valves. Understand how the plumbing system works inside your home. Kitchen sinks, bathroom sinks and garbage disposals will be covered as well. Fort Omaha Campus, Construction Education Center, Building 25 5730 N. 30th St. (northeast doors) HOMI112A SA 02/01 01:00P-05:00P $82

RENEW AND REPAIR NEW! Aging in Place

Learn how to remain safely in your own home so you can age in place. A variety of home modifications will be covered, from easy DIY projects to those better left to professionals. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HOMI282A TH 01/30 01:00P-04:00P $42

Senior Housing Options

Explore the pros, cons and costs of various housing options available to those over age 55. We will also focus on the option of remaining in your own home and the modifications that can be made to facilitate aging in place so that relocation is not necessary. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HOMI280A TH 01/16 01:00P-04:00P $42

Solar Electric Basics

Introduction to solar electric (or photovoltaic of PV) systems and installation; topics include applications for residential and commercial, safety basics, electricity basics, solar energy fundamentals, system components, system sizing, site/design considerations and installation. The class would be appropriate for home or building owners evaluating solar and those interested in working in the solar industry. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HOMI189A F 01/17 05:30P-08:30P $42 HOMI189B W 02/26 05:30P-08:30P $42

Solar Electric Application

In this hands-on course, students will assemble a photovoltaic kit which includes components like panels, charge controllers, battery, invertor and a roof mounting kit. The class would be appropriate for home or building owners evaluating solar and those interested in working in the solar industry. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HOMI190A SA 01/18 10:00A-01:00P $69 HOMI190B SA 02/29 10:00A-01:00P $69

Solar Electric Bundle

Do you want to learn even more about solar energy and application? Register for the bundle and you will get both Solar Electric Basics and Solar Electric Application at a reduced rate. Class times are as follows: Friday/Wednesday, 5:30-8:30 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HOMI191A FSA 01/17-01/18 $99 HOMI191B WSA 02/26-02/29 $99

NEW! Sustainable Practices—Learn How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint This course consists of what it means to be sustainable. Defining sustainability and its motives will be discussed and debated. Class topics will include addressing the topics of ecology, pollution, climate change, resource allocation, waste reduction and environmental economics. Students will be asked to identify sustainable solutions to many problems within the topics discussed. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) HOMI283A F 01/24 06:00P-08:00P $29

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SCIENCE ON A SPHERE

In the fall, Metropolitan Community College debuted the permanent exhibit Science On a Sphere at MCC North Express. The installation of the Science On a Sphere exhibit at MCC North Express is the first permanent exhibit of its kind in Nebraska. This exhibit features breathtaking visualizations of earth and space. In collaboration with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, MCC has developed a multitude of informative and engaging SOS programs that appeal to community and school audiences.

NEW! Birds on the Move This session will cover how and why birds migrate in the Western Hemisphere and how temperatures affect their migration patterns. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE002A M 02/03 06:00P-08:00P $29 SCIE002B M 03/09 06:00P-08:00P $29

NEW! Climate Change Earth is a fragile and complex system. Learn how the Earth has changed due to temperature change and the domino effect that has resulted. Witness how Earth’s system has been altered through the atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE003A M 01/20 06:00P-08:00P $29 SCIE003B M 02/24 06:00P-08:00P $29

NEW! Extreme Weather Observe how the oceans affect the weather across the globe. Watch some of history’s most powerful hurricanes develop and descend on land. Learn how meteorologists predict the weather and try your own skill by making a forecast. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE004A M 01/06 06:00P-08:00P $29 SCIE004B M 02/10 06:00P-08:00P $29

NEW! Sharks on the Move This session will show and cover how and why shark migration patterns have changed and what is driving the movement of them. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE005A M 01/27 06:00P-08:00P $29 SCIE005B M 03/02 06:00P-08:00P $29

NEW! Tour the Solar System Take a tour of the solar aystem with 15 stops around the planets and moons that rotate around our sun. Learn how the sun is the center of the Earth and why Venus, not Mercury, is the hottest planet in our solar system. Discover which planets have the greatest chance of life and why. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE006A M 01/13 06:00P-08:00P $29 SCIE006B M 02/17 06:00P-08:00P $29

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NEW! Continental Divide Explore the geologic evidence and photos of how the Continental Divide was formed. We will also look at the surrounding mountain ranges. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE007A F 03/06 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! Karst Landscapes Look at a field survey conducted in Jefferson County, located in southeastern Nebraska. Karst landscapes are formed from the dissolution of soluble rocks which cause sink holes. We will look at the limestone formations, soils and the damping effect of EMF fields in that region. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE008A F 03/13 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! Rocky Mountain National Park Explore the geology of Rocky Mountain Park. We will review photos of the geology and other intriguing aspects of the mountain range's history. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE009A F 02/28 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! How Do Hurricanes Form Investigate one of the greatest formations of nature, the hurricane. We will cover all the variables that form hurricanes. We will also look at storm surge, tornadic activity, hail and other weather-related phenomena to the hurricane. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE010A F 02/07 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! How Do Thunderstorms Form Discover all the variables that have to be there to form these incredible thunderstorms. We will also look at tornadic activity, hail and other weather-related phenomena. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE011A F 01/31 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! How Does Weather Radar Work We’ll cover the history of weather radar and how it evolved into the current Doppler weather radar system we use today. We will discuss the equipment and the science behind this intriguing technology. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE012A F 01/17 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! How to Make a Weather Forecast Discover the basics of how to make a weather forecast. Learn all the various factors that forecasters use to make the daily forecast. You will make a forecast at the end of the session. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE013A F 02/21 01:00P-04:00P $29

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NEW! How to Read Weather Charts Learn how to read and interpret weather charts. This also includes how to read surface weather observations. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE014A F 01/10 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! How to Take a Weather Observation What are the various parts of reading and recording what you see in the sky? Learn how to read and write METAR codes that are used in aviation, Nation Weather Service and worldwide applications. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE015A F 02/14 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! The Future of Weather Forecasting What does it take to make better forecasts? We’ll go over the current and future status of weather forecasting. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE016A F 12/13 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! Weather Fronts and Formations Explore how cold, warm, stationary and occluded fronts are formed, evolved and dissipated. We will also cover how high- and low-pressure areas form. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE017A F 01/24 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! Global Warming and Climate Change Explore the trends of climate from the past and is it significant today. What are the implications to humans? MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE018A F 12/20 01:00P-04:00P $29

NEW! The Dynamics of Warp Drive Engine We’ll look at the science behind the development of a warp drive and a current warp drive in development. How does it work? Is warp drive technology even possible? MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE019A W 01/15 06:00P-09:00P $29

NEW! Entangled Particles and Warp Bubbles Explore the theoretical concepts of how entangle particles work and how can you form a space warp bubble. How can this science be exploited to travel beyond the solar system? MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE020A W 01/22 06:00P-09:00P $29

NEW! Nebraska Aviation

NEW! The Discovery of Exoplanets Exoplanets are planets found outside the solar system. Discover how exoplanets are found. Are they significant? What are the implications to humans? MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE024A W 12/18 06:00P-09:00P $29

NEW! The Earth’s Climate Explore the underlying factors that govern and control the Earth’s climate. We will look at the data sets that have been collected and allow for the climate classification around the world. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE025A W 02/12 06:00P-09:00P $29

NEW! The Future of Space Travel Explore the current status of exploring space and the type of technology needed to go beyond the bounds of earth. What does it take to become a space-faring nation? MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE026A W 12/11 06:00P-09:00P $29

NEW! Are UFOs Real? Explore the significant evidence that has been collected over the last 70 years. We will examine local reports of UFOs as well. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE028A W 02/26 06:00P-09:00P $29

NEW! The Bermuda Triangle We’ll cover and answer questions of what is going on in this area of the world. We will review some famous cases, such as Flight 19, Bruce Gernon and other mysteries. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE029A W 02/19 06:00P-09:00P $29

NEW! Are Ghosts Real? Look at evidence of EVPs, photos and infrared videos of ghosts and spirits. How can they communicate and appear? MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE027A W 03/04 06:00P-09:00P $29

NEW! UFO—Paranormal Analysis and Equipment Discover the type of equipment used in investigations and the subsequent analysis of the collected data. We will also look at the techniques used to tell whether a photo is fake or real. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE030A W 03/11 06:00P-09:00P $29

Discover the contributions of aircraft and engine development in Nebraska. Eppley Airfield, Aksarben Field, the Army Balloon Corps, the development of the first 200 HP aircraft engine and the five-passenger aircraft. We’ll also look at Omaha’s Airmail Service. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE021A W 01/29 06:00P-09:00P $14

NEW! Nikola Tesla Investigate one of the world’s greatest scientist and his contributions to the world. Explore his experiments, development of AC power and wireless power transfer through the atmosphere. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE022A W 02/05 06:00P-09:00P $29

NEW! Space Propulsion Explore the current use of chemical engines, EM drives and Ion drives in space. We will also look at future spacecraft engine development and its implication for exploiting space. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SCIE023A W 01/08 06:00P-09:00P $29

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NEW! History of Omaha Hockey Explore the underrepresented story of hockey in Omaha and Nebraska sports history. Learn about the early 20th century through the glory days of pre- and post-war professional Omaha hockey. Hear about the popularity of minor league and junior hockey and the later establishment and success of Omaha collegiate hockey, and everything in between. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SPRT319A SA 01/18 09:00A-11:00A $19

SPECIAL EVENTS Hubbard Sustainability Series The Claire M. Hubbard Foundation Sustainability Speakers Series is an engaging conversation between experts on sustainability-related topics. The topic and its experts rotates every quarter. Audiences will benefit from hearing local, regional and national experts, followed by an interactive question-and-answer session. Our next series engagement is in March. Visit mccneb.edu/hubbard for more information.

SPORTS AND GAMES Basic Self-Defense for Women This course educates and empowers women with the basic concepts to stay safe. Discuss what predators look for in an “easy target.” You will be taught how to get out and get away from a predator and how to turn everyday items such as a purse, backpack, keys and cell phone into a tool for defense. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SPRT311A SA 01/18 01:00P-03:00P $29 SPRT311B SA 03/07 01:00P-03:00P $29

NEW! Karate for Women Isshinryu Karate is known for its quick techniques, natural stances, vertical punch and direct strikes. This system incorporates the best of three tradition Okinawan karate styles. Students will gain speed, accuracy and concentration. This class will help achieve strength and confidence needed to become good at protecting oneself. La Vista Community Center, 8116 Park View Blvd. SPRT318A SA 01/11-02/15 10:15A-11:30A $89

Beginning Bridge Learn the basic concepts of the Bridge in a fun and educational environment. Topics will include, how to open a hand of Bridge, respond to your partner and play a hand, and much more. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) SPRT316A TTH 02/18-03/05 09:30A-11:00A $89

Coming summer 2020—Build Your Own Kayak

Do it yourself or as a family project. Email eshepherd@mccneb.edu for more information. Limited seating.

Self-Defense for Seniors Students will be taught how to get out and away from a predator and how to turn everyday items such as a purse, backpack, keys and cell phone into a tool for defense. Learn how to avoid being a victim. Discuss what predators look for in an “easy target.” MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) SPRT312A SA 12/14 09:00A-11:00A $29 SPRT312B SA 02/15 01:00P-03:00P $29

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TEXTILES

CLASSES TO DYE FOR

Chicken Scratch for Beginners Explore this traditional embroidery style that was very popular in the 1930s during the Depression. Learn to read a pattern and finish a design on gingham fabric. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) SEWI233A SA 02/01 09:30A-12:30P $35

NEW! Get to Know Your Sewing Machine Discover how to properly set up and safely use a sewing machine as well as work space organization, ergonomics and most importantly, the art of stitching a straight line. Additionally, we will discuss and learn to use an array of tools and accessories. Bring a sewing machine, or rent one in class for $10, and a $15 supply fee to class. B Star Sewing Studio, 800 Fort Crook Road South, Bellevue, NE SEWI289A M 12/09 06:00P-09:00P $39

NEW! Loom Weaving: Stripes, Checks and Plaids Choose between weaving hand towels, a table runner or fabrics for a unique project. Students must bring scissors, pen/pencil and paper for notes. All other materials will be provided. This class is for beginner or intermediate students. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. SEWI293A T 01/07-02/04 06:00P-09:00P $150

Machine Sewing 101 Prerequisite: Get to Know Your Sewing Machine Learn about the capabilities of your sewing machine while making some functional projects. Bring a sewing machine, fabric scissors, seam ripper, straight pins, pin cushion, polyester thread and a $25 supply fee to class. B Star Sewing Studio, 800 Fort Crook Road South, Bellevue, NE SEWI228A TH 01/09-01/30 06:00P-09:00P $99

Machine Sewing 201 Prerequisite: Machine Sewing 101 Now that you have mastered the basics, let’s make some complex projects. Students will also learn how to use a Serger. Bring a sewing machine, fabric scissors, seam ripper, headed straight pins, pin cushion, polyester thread and a $25 fabric fee to class. B Star Sewing Studio, 800 Fort Crook Road South, Bellevue, NE SEWI244A TH 02/06-02/27 06:00P-09:00P $99

NEW! Machine Sewing: Heavy Duty Prerequisite: Get to Know Your Sewing Machine Learn how to switch out your sewing machine needle and work with vinyl, denim, canvas and home décor fabrics. Projects include vinyl/ denim tote bag with pockets, home décor envelope pillow cover, jean hemming technique and small messenger bag. Bring a heavy duty or metal chassis sewing machine or rent one in class for $25, fabric scissors, seam ripper, headed straight pins, pin cushion, polyester thread and a $25 supply fee to class. B Star Sewing Studio, 800 Fort Crook Road South, Bellevue, NE SEWI290A M 02/03-02/24 06:00P-09:00P $99

Modern Cross Stitch Whether you’re a seasoned cross-stitcher or a beginner, this class will show you the ropes of a modern cross stitch design. Create and leave class with a modern cross stitch to display in your own home or gift— this isn’t your grandmother’s cross stitch class. Supplies included. Feel free to bring a lunch. Blair Public Library, 2233 Civic Drive, Blair, NE SEWI260A SA 02/22 09:30A-01:30P $49

Modern Embroidery Discover the fundamentals of embroidery and master the skills to take home a one-of-a-kind piece of your own. We will be working with a number of modern patterns, colors and techniques. Supplies included. Feel free to bring a lunch. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) SEWI259A SA 01/25 09:30A-01:30P $49

NEW! Basic Yarn Dyeing Explore the fundamentals of immersion dyeing and even understand the math behind the dye formula to create the perfect color palette for your next project. Supplies included. Feel free to bring a lunch. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. SEWI286A SA 01/18 10:00A-02:00P $69

NEW! Dyeing Spinning Fiber Discover how to dye spinning fiber to create your own color palette for a unique yarn. Feel free to bring a lunch. Take the next step and learn to spin your fiber in our Yarn Spinning class. Supplies included. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. SEWI287A SA 02/08 10:00A-02:00P $69

NEW! Snow and Ice Dyeing Snow and ice dyeing is all the rage this winter. This direct dye application will create beautiful, multi-colored, crystallized images on your cotton fabric. Feel free to bring a lunch. Your project will be ready for pick up on Feb. 23 between noon and 1 p.m. Supplies included. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. SEWI288A SA 02/22 10:00A-02:00P $69

Quilting Bootcamp—Roundabout Stars Quilt This will be a fun quilt-making class for beginning quilters. All of the fabrics needed are provided, in pre-cut kits, so you can get right to sewing the beautiful “Roundabout Stars” quilt by Eleanor Burns. Pre-cut fabric will be supplied. Bring a sewing machine, pins, small scissors, seam ripper, neutral thread, a pen, mechanical pencil, disappearing or water-soluble fabric marker for both light and dark fabrics, quilting ruler (6”x24”), rotary cutter (45mm or 60mm) and a self-healing cutting mat to class. Class meets Jan. 18, Feb. 1 and Feb. 15. Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. SEWI296A SA 01/18-02/15 09:00A-02:00P $150

Serger Basics Workshop Prerequisite: Machine Sewing 201 Learn the basic functions of a serger as well as how to thread the machine using 4-thread and 3-thread options. Become familiar with adjusting the tension, work with an array of fabrics and several stitching techniques. Our class project will be to make a pillowcase in under 10 minutes. Bring a $10 supply fee to class. B Star Sewing Studio, 800 Fort Crook Road South, Bellevue, NE SEWI258A M 01/13 06:00P-09:00P $39

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NEW! Winter Charm Quilt Make a simple, yet beautiful, winter 42”x57” quilt. It’s the right size for a throw blanket, baby quilt or wall hanging. All fabrics provided are pre-cut so it can be completely pieced in class. Bring your sewing machine and basic sewing supplies to class. Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St. SEWI285A SA 12/07 09:00A-02:00P $79

NEW! Winter Sewing Workshop: Double-Sided Fleece Blanket *Upholstery 101 Furniture reupholstery is a dying art in the Omaha area and there is a great need for a new generation of people to learn this craft. Learn the basic techniques and tricks of the trade. Bring in a small, simple piece of furniture to the first class and we will discuss fabric choices and yardage needed to begin your project. Bring scissors, a wire cutter and $19 to purchase a specialty staple puller at the first class. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. SEWI408C T 01/07-02/18 06:00P-09:00P $200 SEWI408A W 01/08-02/19 09:00A-12:00P $200 SEWI408B SA 01/11-02/22 09:00A-12:00P $200

*Upholstery 201 Prerequisite: Upholstery 101 Continue to pursue your interest in upholstery and strengthen your skills. Students will be invited to bring along their own item of furniture to restore and refurbish, as well as fabric of their own choice to recover their furniture with their own style. Bring scissors, a wire cutter and a staple puller to the first class. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. SEWI409A SA 01/11-02/22 01:00P-04:00P $200

NEW! *Upholstery Lab Additional class time to continue projects. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. SEWI295A TH 01/16-02/13 04:30P-09:00P $120

Prerequisite: Get to Know Your Sewing Machine Learn how to create a professionally finished, double-sided blanket. These make great gifts that are sure to impress. Bring a sewing machine, walking foot, fabric scissors, seam ripper, headed straight pins, pin cushion, polyester thread, two yards of printed anti-pill fleece, two yards of solid or printed anti-pill fleece to class. B Star Sewing Studio, 800 Fort Crook Road South, Bellevue, NE SEWI291A TH 12/19 06:00P-09:00P $39

NEW! Winter Sewing Workshop: Hooded Scarf Prerequisite: Get to Know Your Sewing Machine Learn to make a stylish and functional hooded scarf. Bring a sewing machine, walking foot, fabric scissors, seam ripper, headed straight pins, pin cushion, polyester thread, three yards of solid or printed antipill fleece and $10 supply fee to class. B Star Sewing Studio, 800 Fort Crook Road South, Bellevue, NE SEWI292A TH 12/12 06:00P-09:00P $39

Yarn Spinning Explore how to make your own unique hand spun yarn, characteristics of suitable fibers, spinning terminology, history and process. Learn helpful tricks for spinning on a wheel or spindle. This course will introduce you to the fundamental techniques of spinning to create your own yarns for knitting, crochet and more. All supplies included. New North Makerhood District, 1141 N. 11th St. SEWI277A T 01/07-02/04 06:00P-09:00P $159 SEWI277B T 02/11-03/10 06:00P-09:00P $159

FASHION INSTITUTE MIDWEST Metropolitan Community College is excited to partner with Fashion Institute Midwest in the New North Makerhood District. This partnership is designed for anyone interested in fashion to begin a career or just enjoy as a hobby. If you are interested in pursuing a degree in fashion, take four noncredit classes below to receive credit toward the MCC Fashion Design program. Contact Susie McWhirter at samcwhirter@mccneb.edu for details.

*Introduction to Apparel Sewing

*Introduction to Flat Pattern

Let’s get acquainted with machine sewing for garments while exploring the basics of working with a sewing machine and serger. Complete a simple garment. Bring a $25 supply fee to class. Required fabric will be discussed in class. (skips 12/25 and 1/1) Fashion Institute Midwest, 1141 N. 11th St. (second floor) SEWI271A W 12/04-01/15 06:00P-08:00P $150

Learn basics of drafting apparel patterns with the flat pattern method. This essential skill combines techniques of basic draping with drafting to develop paper patterns. Complete a basic bodice sloper that can be used as a basic tool in creating custom patterns. Bring a $75 supply fee to class. Required fabric will be discussed in class. (skips 12/28) Fashion Institute Midwest, 1141 N. 11th St. (second floor) SEWI274A SA 12/07-01/11 09:00A-11:00A $150

*Introduction to Apparel Sewing: Part II Prerequisite: Introduction to Apparel Sewing or basic knowledge of apparel sewing. Get ready for the next level of apparel sewing. Learn basic seam finishes, simple hems, gathering, buttons and buttonholes. Complete a simple skirt and stitch samples for reference. Bring a $25 supply fee. Required fabric will be discussed in class. Fashion Institute Midwest, 1141 N. 11th St. (second floor) SEWI272A W 01/22-02/19 06:00P-08:00P $150

*Introduction to Flat Pattern II Prerequisite: Introduction to Flat Pattern and sewing knowledge Discover how to manipulate the sloper made in Introduction to Flat Pattern to create different pattern shapes. We will discuss dart, skirt and sleeve manipulation. This is an advanced class. Bring a $25 supply fee to class. Required fabric will be discussed in class. Fashion Institute Midwest, 1141 N. 11th St. (second floor) SEWI275A SA 01/18-02/15 09:00A-11:00A $150

*Advanced Sewing Lab Prerequisite: Introduction to Apparel Sewing: Part II or a firm knowledge of apparel sewing. Bring in your own projects to work on with the guidance of an instructor. This is an advanced class and a basic knowledge of machine sewing is required. Students will be required to bring their own materials and supplies to class. (Section A skips 12/26 and 1/2) Fashion Institute Midwest, 1141 N. 11th St. (second floor) SEWI273A TH 12/05-01/16 06:00P-08:00P $150 SEWI273B TH 01/23-02/20 06:00P-08:00P $150 40 Register: mccneb.edu/ce • 531-MCC-5231

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TRAVELING CLASSROOMS NEW! Classical Greek Architecture Learn about Greece as we prepare to take a group of community travelers to Athens and the Greek Islands. Discover how modern architecture and design has been influenced by the classical Greeks. See contemporary styles and hear about their associations to the Greek culture. Visit mccneb.edu/greece2020 for more information. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) TRVL213A M 02/03-02/10 06:00P-07:30P $42

Tourist’s Survival Guide to Italy Learn how to create a wonderful sightseeing itinerary for your Italian vacation, become informed about Italian culture and get the best deals. Discover how to choose airfare, train passes, auto rentals, hotels, B&Bs, restaurants, exchange currency and other valuable travel tips. Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) TRVL111A W 01/22 06:00P-09:00P $30

Travel Safety Class Learn best safety practices for planning, transportation, dos and don’ts, and active threats for home and abroad. These are just a few of the many tips, tricks and resources you will learn in this class to help you have a safe, enjoyable time traveling. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) TRVL194A T 01/21 06:30P-08:00P $26

*Sandhill Crane Migration Tour Witness the world’s largest concentration of Sandhill Cranes from the banks of the Platte River in south central Nebraska. Every year during March and early April, more than 500,000 Sandhill Cranes along with hundreds of thousands of ducks and geese converge on the Platte River Valley. Meet experienced staff guides of the Crane Trust Nature Center and Fort Kearny Historical State Park during this tour. Each of the sites are located right in the heart of this magnificent sandhill crane staging area where the birds can be viewed in the fields and in gatherings on their roosts along the Platte River. Enjoy visiting the Crane Trust Nature Center in Wood River, Nebraska, the Great Platte River Road Archway Monument, historical Fort Kearny, the Museum of Nebraska Arts, the overlook of the Platte River for crane watching, and a surprise stop, plus a group buffet luncheon included. Bring comfortable shoes, a warm jacket, hat and flashlight. Wear dark colored clothing so you won’t be spotted as easily by the Cranes. Be sure to bring your camera and binoculars to capture excellent views of the river and wildlife. Visit mccneb.me/travel for complete descriptions and important details. Moderate walking is required. Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE TRVL405A SA 03/21 08:00A-11:30P $124

*Miracle in Stone Holiday Tour Have a relaxing day touring the Grotto of the Redemption in West Bend, Iowa. The Grotto was featured on the History Channel and was the vision of Father Paul Dobberstein of Rosenfeld, Germany. The largest man-made grotto in the world, the Grotto is frequently called “the Eighth Wonder of the World” and stands as a treasured work of art. Receive a guided tour to each of the nine grottos which contains a scene in the life of Christ hand-carved from Italian Carrara Marble. Covering an entire city block, the Grotto represents the largest collection of precious and semi-precious rocks, minerals and fossils concentrated in any one spot in the world. Other special stops include the 1875 Victorian mansion in Storm Lake, Iowa called the Harker House with original furniture, and the Historical Museum and Sites in West Bend including a country school, post office and replica sod house. Coffee and pastry will be served at the conclusion of the tour. Visit mccneb.me/travel for complete descriptions and important details. Moderate walking is required. Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE TRVL403A F 04/10 07:00A-10:00P $124

Plan ahead—Coming 2020 • Saturday, April 25—Springtime in Pella, Iowa • Wednesday, May 6—Mystery Tour • Friday, May 15—Chocolate Tour • Saturday, May 23—A Taste of Holland, Orange City, Iowa • Friday, May 29—Mystery Tour • Saturday, June 13—Mystery Tour • Saturday, June 20—New Theater Restaurant, Overland Park, Kansas • Friday, June 26—Mystery Tour • Saturday, July 18—Lake Cruise, Clear Lake, Iowa • Saturday, July 25—Amish Settlement in Jamesport, Missouri • Friday, Aug. 7—Iowa State Fair • Friday-Sunday, Sept. 4-6—The Black Hills, South Dakota • Saturday, Sept. 19—Irish Fest, Greeley, Nebraska • Thursday, Oct. 7—Autumn Foliage in Loess Hills, Iowa • Saturday, Oct. 10—Boone’s Scenic Valley Railroad Adventure • Saturday, Nov. 14—Pre-Holiday Kansas City Shopper’s Delight • Thursday, Dec. 3—Festival of Lights and Santa Maria Winery • Sunday, Dec. 13—Holiday Mystery Tour Note: Tours and dates may be subject to change based on site availability.

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NEW! Healthy Happy Hormones This hormone-focused, body-changing program is designed specifically for women. Learn how to optimize your individual female hormones through meals, movement, mindfulness and metabolism. Gain the tools and knowledge needed to eat, exercise and live based on your body’s individual changes and needs. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) WELL574A TH 01/09-01/23 07:00P-08:30P $59

NEW! Herbs and Holistic Health Explore the history of herbs and holistic health including plants, essential oils, tonics, tinctures and superfoods. Discover their benefits and how to incorporate them into your daily life for health and well-being. Bring a $5 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) WELL579A SA 02/08 09:00A-12:00P $29

Minimalism Lifestyle—How to Start “Tidying Up” You want to be a minimalist, but how do you get started. Amy Tokos, a certified professional organizer, will give you strategies on how to sort through the stuff and identify what you really want. You will leave the class with a plan on how to tackle at least one space in your home. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) WELL539A TH 01/30 06:30P-08:30P $39

WELLNESS Aging is a State of Mind Explore information and methods on the latest technology on how the brain, mind, emotions and beliefs affect our relationship to aging. Preventative methods, ways of thinking and supplements make the aging process a positive experience for your mind and body. Join the new generation and embrace the aging process. Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) WELL178A SA 01/18 09:30A-12:30P $45

Beginners Yoga Relax, stretch and recharge with yoga. This gentle class is perfect for beginners. Bring your own yoga mat and a cushion if you have one. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) WELL558A W 01/08-02/12 04:30P-05:30P $39

NEW! Beginners Yoga for Seniors Relax, stretch and recharge with yoga. This gentle rejuvenating class is perfect for seniors. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) WELL582A TH 01/09-02/13 01:00P-02:00P $39

Minimalism Lifestyle—How to Maintain a “Tidy” Lifestyle Prerequisite: Minimalist Lifestyle Before—How to Start “Tidying Up” We will discuss our successes/challenges with the clean out process, our relationships with stuff and address our desires to have items “just in case” they’re ever needed. Amy Tokos, certified professional organizer, will give you strategies to continue moving forward and help overcome obstacles to maintaining a minimalist lifestyle. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) WELL540A TH 02/06 06:30P-08:30P $39

Minimalism Lifestyle Bundle Register for the bundle and receive a discount to take both parts of the minimalist lifestyle series. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) WELL541A TH 01/30-02/06 06:30P-08:30P $62

NEW! Modern Trends in Weight Management Take a critical look at facts and advertising to find out what is healthy and what may just be hype. Learn more about trendy diets, such as lowcarb, veganism and intermittent fasting, and find out whether dieting or exercise provides better results. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) WELL581A T 02/25 06:00P-08:00P $19

NEW! French Braiding 101 Are you tired of paying rising prices for braids? Or maybe you’re looking to improve and specialize in your skills. In this course you will learn the steps needed to construct basic French braids from a fellow braiding enthusiast. Bring a $7 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) WELL583A SA 02/22 10:00A-12:00P $19

Gentle Yoga for Stress Relief Looking for a gentle yoga class to relax and unwind? Bring a yoga mat and set aside time to move, breathe and relax with others just like you. A perfect introduction to yoga or as a restorative practice to the experienced yoga student. (skips 02/01) Westside High School, 8701 Pacific St. (use the main entrance) WELL471A SA 01/25-02/22 11:00A-12:00P $79

NEW! Healing with Gemstones Explore the history and origins of gemstones and crystals. Learn some of the modern techniques of healing, therapy, protection and mindfulness. Bring a $5 supply fee to class. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) WELL578A SA 03/07 09:00A-12:00P $29 42 Register: mccneb.edu/ce • 531-MCC-5231

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NEW! Moving Beyond Auto-Pilot

Water Aerobics

Learn to stress less. This workshop is an introduction to the MBSR stress model and practices. Participants engage in mindfulness practices, meditation and yoga, as well as learn how stress develops and ways to learn to lessen our reactivity. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) WELL573A T 01/14 06:00P-08:30P $25

This low-impact exercise will tone muscles and take off unwanted inches by using water resistance. Students will do an aerobic workout plus stretching and toning exercise. Swimmers and non-swimmers are welcome. Morton Middle School, 4606 Terrace Drive WELL002A MW 01/27-03/18 07:00P-08:00P $109

*Reiki Level 1

Weight Loss Hypnosis

Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. This class will give you the ability to practice Reiki on yourself and your immediate family members, including your pets. Bring a sack lunch to class. Energy Healing Center, 522A Bel-Air Plaza, 12100 W. Center Rd. WELL045A SA 12/21 10:00A-04:00P $75 WELL045B SA 02/01 10:00A-04:00P $75

NEW! Saying What You Mean—Meaning What You Say

Get results without having to deprive yourself or go on diets. You will eat less, be consciously aware of your eating, feel full faster and a few other suggestions that will make losing weight easy. Thousands of people have benefited from hypnosis. Bring a blanket and pillow to class. Millard South High School, 14905 Q St. (use main east entrance) WELL118A SA 01/11 09:30A-12:30P $45

NEW! What is Healthy Aging?

Feel more at ease and speak more clearly through mindfulness practices. In this course, we will learn and practice mindful communication that you can apply immediately at home, in the workplace and community. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) WELL572A W 02/12 06:00P-08:30P $25

In this educational and informative workshop, you will learn about nutrition, exercise, health and risk factors seniors should be aware of, as well as prevention strategies to lead a healthy and active life. MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor) WELL580A TH 02/20 01:00P-03:00P $19

Slow Flow Yoga

Whether you are recovering from an injury, looking to find a new healthy habit or training for your next 5K, yoga has something to offer. This class is open to students of all levels and poses can be modified to be more simple or advanced. Bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket and water to class. MCC South Express, 3002 S. 24th St. WELL571A T 01/07-03/03 06:00P-07:00P $99

Ease onto your mat and into your mind with gentle movement and guided breathwork. Slow Flow Yoga is suitable for all levels and poses can be modified to fit your needs. Bring a yoga mat, foam yoga block, blanket and water. Westside Community Conference Center, 3534 S. 108th St. WELL181A TH 01/02-02/27 06:00P-07:00P $109

Tai Chi Basics Enjoy movement, breath, balance and meditation based on the ancient practice of Tai Chi. Develop internal power, energy, increased strength and flexibility, peace of mind and the opportunity to gain greater self-awareness. (skips 02/01) Westside High School, 8701 Pacific St. (use the main entrance) WELL460A SA 01/25-02/22 10:00A-11:00A $79

NEW! Yoga for Every Body

LIFEGUARDS WANTED

NEW! *The Longevity Spiral: Exploring the Gut-Brain Connection It is a scientific fact that the gut has a “brain of its own” that is interconnected with the head brain via a two-way highway. Many people do not know how the two affect each other, if one is unhappy, so is the other. In this class we will discover what the gut has to do with how you think/feel and more. A printed handout, guilt-free snacks and gut-friendly teas will be provided. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) WELL575A SA 01/25 10:00A-01:00P $49

NEW! *The Longevity Spiral: How to stay L.E.A.N. Is it possible to go through demanding and busy times without consequences on your health or your waistline? How can you reverse the downward spiral of disease-care into a rewarding upward spiral of self-care? This class will cover strategies of Lifestyle, Exercise, Attitude and Nutrition you can use daily, even during busy times. A printed handout, guilt-free snacks, and gut-friendly teas will be provided. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) WELL576A SA 12/14 10:00A-12:00P $35

NEW! *The Longevity Spiral: Teachers, Are You Ready to Live Like Centenarians? The demands on teachers’ lives may be overwhelming. They work with students, parents and administration for long hours while also attempting to have their personal lives and raise families. So, how can a teacher have a long healthful life? At first, it may seem impossible. This intensive class has the mission to make the impossible possible and give teachers simple L.E.A.N. tools so that they may live like centenarians. A printed handout, guilt-free snacks and gut-friendly teas will be provided. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge St. (second floor) WELL577A SA 02/22 10:00A-02:00P $49

Are you a certified lifeguard? Do you want a part-time job making $35 an hour? • Must have current lifeguard and CPR certifications. • Hours are Mondays and Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.

Apply today at mccneb.edu/ceapply. Questions? Contact Sarah Navratil at senavratil@mccneb.edu.

DON’T BE A NO-SHOW

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NEW! *Digital Marketing Certificate Program Developed by Facebook, the leading social media platform in the world, this nine-month digital marketing program provides the participants with the knowledge and skills to kickstart your journey into the high-demand career area of digital marketing. Participants will walk away with a strong understanding of core concepts including: market positioning, brand positioning, targeting and segmentation, marketing channels and metrics. By the end of the program, participants will create a marketing plan that can be showcased to potential employers. This Digital Marketing Certificate program consists of six month-long modules with two week breaks between each module. Program discounts are available. Email Jordan Clark at jaclark7@mccneb.edu for information on discounts and registration. Online WIDX756A MTWTHFSASU 01/06-09/30 $2,970

NEW! *Improving Time Management

WORKFORCE INNOVATION DIVISION The Workforce Innovation Division is focused on fueling business growth through talent development. WID provides high-quality, in-demand professional certification training and customized workforce training. MCC is a qualified institution, eligible to provide scholarship and grant funding for workforce training. If you are an employer seeking to train employees, funding may be available for incumbent work training and MCC can offer customized training on a variety of topics. If you are an individual, scholarship and grant funding for certification train is available for those who qualify. For more information on training, or to prequalify for funding, contact corporatetraining@mccneb.edu or 531-MCC-4943.

Corporate Online

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NEW! *Achieving More by Meeting Less Do you sometimes attend so many meetings you wonder how you’ll get your other work completed? This workshop is designed to help meeting leaders to build high-level meeting skills. Participants learn effective meeting planning, management and evaluation strategies through a series exercises, short action planning assignments and reflection activities. By the end of this online workshop, participants will be able to eliminate unnecessary meetings, improve the results of scheduled meetings, and enhance meeting effectiveness through feedback and evaluation. This workshop is eligible for a novice-level digital badge. To earn the digital badge, participants must complete all activities and score an 85 percent or better on mini assignments. Online WIDX752A MTWTHFSASU 01/06-01/20 $99

NEW! *Building Team Collaboration Good collaboration is a key ingredient for teams or on projects that allows goals to be achieved effectively, efficiently and harmoniously. Poor collaboration can cause negative outcomes, wasted effort and conflict. Through learning activities and collaborative exercises, participants will create and use tools to achieve common understanding of goals, optimal team dynamics and behavior, increased team cohesion and overcome common collaborative challenges. This workshop is eligible for a novice-level digital badge. To earn the digital badge, participants must complete all activities and score an 85 percent or better on mini assignments. Online WIDX751A MTWTHFSASU 01/06-01/13 $99

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According to author Bernard Marr, one of the biggest time wasters is “saying yes.” Overbooking is just one of the activities that can rob you of valuable time every day. In this course, participants will take an in-depth look at the way we spend time and identify time boosters and time wasters. Through a series exercises, short action planning assignments and reflection activities, participants will explore time management techniques that will help control time wasters, activate time boosters and increase overall productivity. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to evaluate how they are currently spending their time, apply a time-management method to accomplish daily duties and tasks, and reframe concepts of time to improve productivity. This workshop is eligible for a novice-level digital badge. To earn the digital badge, participants must complete all activities and score an 85 percent or better on mini assignments. Online WIDX753A MTWTHFSASU 02/03-02/10 $99

NEW! *Problem-Solving Foundations Most of us encounter problems in the workplace daily. Do you know how to recognize and respond to them effectively? Are they being solved? Or are they often ignored with the hope that somehow, they will resolve on their own? In this introductory course, participants establish some principles and practices that are foundational and useful in any workplace context and examine standard problem-solving approaches. Participants demonstrate problem-solving skills by using the skills learned to implement a solution to a workplace problem of your choice. This workshop is eligible for a novice-level digital badge. To earn the digital badge, you must complete all activities and score an 85 percent or better on assignments. Online WIDX755A MTWTHF 02/10-02/14 $99

NEW! *Writing Effective Email Basics Email has long been a valuable core business communications tool, but email also has the potential to create tension and confusion. How can you write workplace emails that get the results you want? In this course, participants look at strategies to ensure that workplace email is clear, effective and successful. Through online learning activities and collaborative exercises, participants will identify best practices for writing the most commonly used types of workplace emails, evaluate samples for common errors and apply the principles by writing workplace emails that represent the best practices. This workshop is eligible for a novice-level digital badge. To earn the digital badge, participants must complete all activities and score an 85 percent or better on assignments. Online WIDX750A MTWTHFSASU 01/06-01/13 $99

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT

MCC is a Registered Educational Provider through the Project Management Institute® and courses are eligible for PDUs.

*Project Requirements and Procurement Management This course introduces participants to the key concepts, methodologies, and best practices of collecting and managing project requirements. Topics include procurement planning, contract selection, source selection, procurement documents, and procurement execution and control. Subjects addressed include the process for collecting and analyzing requirements, defining scope through effective WBS practices, procurement planning, execution and contract control. This course is for project team members, project managers, key stakeholders and professionals who desire a career in project management. Course is eligible for PDUs. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX353A MW 01/27-02/12 06:00P-08:15P $325

*Project Risk Management This course addresses the various approaches, philosophies and techniques for effective management of project risk and complexity. Topics include definition, identification and categorization of complexity, historical approaches to complex projects, a framework for managing projects in various complexity regimes, managing project sponsorship, stakeholder analysis and communication and techniques for managing large, high-uncertainty and “edge of chaos” projects. This course is for project team members, project managers, key stakeholders and professionals who desire a career in project management. Course is eligible for PDUs. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX354A F 01/24-02/28 02:00P-04:15P $325

*Project Cost Management This course covers the basics of project estimating, budgeting, financial justification, and cost control for projects. Topics include earned value management, a technique commonly employed on larger projects to track progress and performance. This course is for project team members, project managers, key stakeholders and professionals who desire a career in project management. Course is eligible for PDUs. Online WIDX355B MW 12/02-12/11 04:30P-08:00P $325 Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX355A TTH 02/04-02/20 02:00P-04:15P $325

NEW! *Project Leadership Essentials This course addresses the people side of project management and how to be an effective project leader. Topics include strategic planning process at both the organizational and project level. All topics are taught with case studies, exercises, and discussion. This course is designed for project managers, program managers, executives, sponsors, team members involved with driving success in projects and professionals who desire a career in project management. Course is eligible for PDUs. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX356A TTH 01/07-01/30 02:00P-04:30P $485 WIDX356B TTH 01/07-01/30 06:00P-08:00P $485

*Project Quality and Control This course introduces participants to the key concepts, methodologies, and best practices of project management quality and control. Topics include quality planning, quality control, quality assurance, performance control, establishing project metrics, change control and configuration. Hands-on, group exercises reinforce the key concepts. This course is for project team members, project managers, key stakeholders and professionals who desire a career in project management. Course is eligible for PDUs. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX357A TTH 02/11-02/27 06:00P-08:15P $325

AGILE *Agile 101

Through collaborative team-based activities, short projects and exercises, participants experience the value of iterative development, early feedback, frequent communication and continuous improvement. Upon successful completion of the concepts, participants develop the knowledge and skills to apply the agile principles to their processes. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX365A T 01/07-01/21 05:30P-09:30P $199

WORKPLACE SKILLS

NEW! *Critical Conversations in the Workplace A critical conversation is one in which opinions vary, the stakes are high and emotions are strong. This course provides you with the tools needed to speak openly and effectively rather than using threats or silently fuming. Topics include speaking persuasively, fostering teamwork and better decision making, building acceptance, and resolving individual and group disagreements. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX179A T 01/28-02/11 06:00P-10:00P $219

UNITY VR/3D

NEW! *Unity Certified Associate This course provides a great entry point for learners new to Unity and game development and sets them on the path to professional certification. Topics include animation, asset management, audio, editor interface, game art and design principles, lighting, materials, user interface, effects and more. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX176A F 01/10-02/28 10:00A-02:00P $1,095

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COMMUNICATION

NEW! *Presentations with Power

Would you like to feel polished, professional and powerful when presenting to others? This course covers the fundamentals of presentations, from structure to audience analysis to delivery techniques that engage listeners in your message and vision. Participants are asked to bring their “real life” presentation needs to the course in order to work on specific and individual skills, making the course truly interactive. Participants practice presentation skills during class time and receive peer feedback. Detailed feedback is given between class sessions from the instructor. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX329A W 01/08-01/29 06:00P-09:00P $199

RED HAT

NEW! *Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA®)

DRONES

NEW! *Drone Flight School

Prerequisites: Intro to Drone Pilot Training Flying a drone can be complex, confusing and intimidating. This course is designed for beginner and intermediate drone pilots who want more hands-on experience flying drones in a controlled environment, guided by a FAA Certified Remote Pilot. Participants navigate drones through an indoor obstacle course for hands-on, one-on-one flight instruction. Upon completion, students are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to confidently perform basic and intermediate drone maneuvers. Bring your own drone or MCC can supply you with a DJI Phantom Pro 4, DJI Mavic Pro for the class. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX226A M 02/03 05:30P-08:30P $80

*FAA Drone Pilot Certification Training

Prerequisites: Completion of Intro to Drone Pilot Training, plus FAA requirements for exam are 16 and older, a U.S. citizen and be able to read and speak English. This course is a continuation of the Intro to Drone Pilot Training course, which participants receive more in-depth training on all aspects of the FAA Part 107 knowledge concept rules and regulations needed to safely fly drones. We provide access to DJI Phantom Series sUAS for the class. Price does not include the $150 FAA Drone Pilot Certification exam fee. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX227A SA 01/11-01/18 09:00A-04:00P $245 WIDX227B M 02/17-02/24 09:00A-04:00P $245

*Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) Emerging cloud computing demands individuals who understand its information security risks and mitigation strategies. The CCSP credential denotes professionals with deep-seated knowledge and competency derived from hands-on experience with cyber, information, software and cloud computing infrastructure security. CCSPs help you achieve the highest standard for cloud security expertise and enable your organization to benefit from the power of cloud computing while keeping sensitive data secure. Online WIDX282C MTWTHF 01/27-01/31 08:00A-05:00P $0

NEW! *Aerial Photography and Videography Basics The visual world of Unmanned Aerial Systems or drones is exploding and ranging uses and tasks from hobbyists, real estate professionals, surveying, wedding photography, law enforcement and more. Flying cameras change the world as we see it in new and exciting ways. This course covers the basics of using DJI Phantom and Mavic drones for photography and video work. Topics include flying safety, FAA regulations, legal concerns, camera settings, software tweaking, photo and video edition solutions and more. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX296A T 01/14-01/21 09:00A-03:30P $300 46 Register: mccneb.edu/ce • 531-MCC-5231

This course prepares participants to perform the core system administration skills required in Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments. Topics include tools for handling files, directories, command-line environments and documentation; booting into different run levels, identify processes, virtual machines and controlling services; configure local storage; configure file systems and file system attributes; maintain systems; manage users and groups; and manage security. This is Part 1 and Part 2 of the Red Hat certification. Upon successful completion, participants are able to sit for the RHCSA exam. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX336A TTH 01/07-03/05 09:00A-01:00P $2,995

HUMAN RESOURCES

*Interview and Selection—Hiring the Right People

Hiring employees is critical to every business. This training directs participants through the entire recruitment process. The process includes the interview plan, preparing for the interviews, evaluation of a résumé and application, information gathering techniques, proper questions, and lawful and unlawful pre-employment inquiries. Topics include overview of employment practices, review of participant’s skills and experience, recruitment plan, methods of recruitment, résumés and applications, interview plan, assessments, references, employment decision and onboarding. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX550A M 12/16 06:00P-09:00P $99

*Terminating an Employee

This subject is the most difficult, yet most important for managers to handle. Having to terminate an employee can have various effects on the workforce at large. The workshop covers proper guidelines when terminating an employee. Topics include reason behind termination, discipline issues, eliminating emotions, dealing with facts, preparation for termination, logistics, protecting your company, references and calls and communicating with other employees. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX555A M 01/27 06:00P-09:00P $99

*Workplace Investigations Businesses today find themselves in need of conducting investigations regarding incidents which occur in the workplace. This workshop is ideal for human resources personnel, private security contractors, legal counsel, security personnel and industry regulators. Participants learn how to follow an investigative process, conduct basic interviews and write comprehensive reports. Using case studies, interactive crime scenarios and current events regarding workplace incidents, participants build investigative skills and knowledge. Fort Omaha Campus, Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology Building 24, 5730 N. 30th St. WIDX570A TH 02/06-02/20 04:00P-08:00P $189

*no discounts

SALES

NEW! *Sandler Sales Training Bootcamp This course delivers the core principles of the popular Sandler Selling System—a unique, integrity-based system that promotes a more effective and coachable sales process. Revitalize your team’s outlook with a fresh perspective on the selling process and a crystal-clear understanding of the anatomy of a successful sales cycle. Members of your team will refine their ability to handle every buyer-seller interaction in as close to the optimum way as is humanly possible. Sandler Sales, 10711 O St. WIDX713A WTH 12/18-12/19 08:30A-04:00P $2,495

MCC CODE SCHOOL Web Application Development

This course is part of MCC Code School. Students gain competencies across the spectrum of technical and soft skill disciplines required for contemporary web application development. Topics include the basics of client-side and server-side web components by working with technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Java and MySQL. Best practices such as Agile, version control with Git and pair programming are integrated with assignments throughout the program. Advanced topics including the Angular and Spring frameworks as well as DevOps are covered later in the program to prepare students to form teams which build and deploy real-world applications in the capstone phase. Tuesday and Thursay classes will be held from 6-10 p.m. Saturday classes will be held from noon-4 p.m. Books are not included in the price of tuition. The Mastercraft, 1111 N 13th St, Omaha, NE 68102 Suite 206 WIDX905A TTHSA 01/23-09/19 06:00P-09:00P $13,950

Workforce Innovation Division trainers wanted. Qualified trainers needed for corporate and professional training. Seeking trainers for Industry Certifications, Information Technology, Programming, Lean Training, Manufacturing/ Production, Forklift, Critical Thinking/Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Cyber Security, Problem Solving, PROTO Design, Robots/Drones, Spanish, Supervisory and Leadership, Team Building, CDL, Communication, Excel and Virtual Reality. The application can be found on mccnebjobs.com. Recruitment Number: 512017 Position Title: Contract Corporate Trainers-PT Temporary

ONLINE COURSES

BUNDLE DEALS Microsoft Excel 2019 Series

Speed Spanish Series

Grant Writing Suite

SQL Series

Learn everything you need to know to start writing grant proposals and consult or volunteer for non-profit, public foundations.

SQL is one of the most requested skills from today’s data-driven employers. Learn the coding language in these easy to follow online courses.

Java Programming Series

Writing and Editing Value Suite

Learn to use basic, intermediate and advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2019. These bundles allow you to take multiple online courses at a discounted price while gaining an in-depth understanding of the subject area. These instructor-led online courses are informative, fun, convenient and highly interactive. We focus on creating warm, supportive communities for our learners and offer new course sessions monthly. Visit our website to view start dates for the courses that interest you. Course Features:

• 24-hour access • Online discussion areas • Six week format • Expert instructor • Monthly start sessions

Learn Java programming, one of the most widely used computer languages, in this discounted series of courses.

Accounting Fundamentals Series

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Learn shortcuts to help you engage in conversational Spanish.

Brush up on your grammar, writing and editing skills with this discounted bundle of online courses.

Supervision and Management Series Whether you’re new to managing employees or are a seasoned pro, these courses will help you brush up on your leadership and interpersonal communication skills.

Visit our website for more courses and to view start dates for the courses that interest you.

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*no discounts Register: mccneb.edu/ce • 531-MCC-5231

DO YOU HAVE A SKILL TO SHARE? We’re always looking for enthusiastic instructors to teach Continuing Education classes. Share your hobby or skill with others. Apply online at mccneb.edu/ceapply.

CURRENTLY SEEKING INSTRUCTORS FOR (BUT NOT LIMITED TO):

Adobe Creative Suites

Dog Grooming

Mobile Apps

Art and Design

Earth Science

Robotics

Back End Web Development

Fabric Dyeing

Roof Shingle Repair

Broom Making

Financial Planning

Shoe Repair

Chair Caning

Front End Web Development

Sign Language

Cider Making

Glass Blowing

Small Appliance Repair

Clock Making

Hat Making

Tech and Innovation

Coding

Hip Hop Dance

Tennis

College for Kids

Interior Design

Travel Tours Lead

Concrete Repair

iOS App Development

Water Aerobics

Data Sciences

Languages

Water Color

Debt Management

Lifeguard

Wealth Management

Digital Room Rendering

Lost Arts

Window/Screen Repair

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INFORMATION What is Continuing Education? • Metropolitan Community College’s commitment to making adult learning opportunities available when and where you want. • MCC is listening to you, the adult learner, and bringing you the workshops and classes you have requested. • MCC provides online classes that allow you to learn at your convenience in your home or office. • MCC improves your quality of life by providing recreational classes in topics such as dance, photography, sewing, art, exercise and wellness. • MCC recognizes that learning should be a pleasant, lifelong experience. As requested by those ages 50-plus, we offer many classes especially for those over the age of 50. • MCC responds to the needs of our community. If, after paging through our Continuing Education mailer, you have an idea for a class or workshop, we want to hear from you. Email us at continuingeducation@mccneb.edu.

Photography release In consideration of acceptance of enrollment in 2019-20 Continuing Education courses, I authorize Metropolitan Community College to use my image, likeness, name and comments in, but not limited to, photographs, videos and audio recordings created or used for the purposes of publicity/ marketing and advertising for the College. Learners under age 16 MCC Continuing Education is pleased to welcome learners of all ages. However, learners between the ages of 12-15 wishing to enroll in non-youth courses should seek permission from the program director. Call 531-MCC-2620. Payment Payment is due at the time of registration.

Reduced tuition People 62 years of age or older are eligible for half-price tuition on most Continuing Education courses. Ineligible courses are marked with an asterisk (*). Courses marked with an asterisk are not eligible for MCC’s employee/dependent tuition waiver, incentives or other promotional offers. Three ways to register Online mccneb.edu/ce Click on registration option Phone 531-MCC-5231 or 800-228-9553 Tell our operators 1. The class numbers from this catalog 2. Your credit/debit card information Mail Metropolitan Community College Attn: Continuing Education P.O. Box 3777 Omaha, NE 68103-0777

1. Fill out the enclosed enrollment form and include check payment.

Refunds An automatic refund is made if MCC cancels a class. To withdraw your registration before a class starts, please call 531-MCC-5231. Refunds will be issued to students who drop a class at least one business day (seven days for tours) prior to the class start date. No refunds will be issued for classes dropped on or after the class start date. MCC assumes no liability for accidents that occur while participating in Continuing Education classes and provides no funds to cover medical costs. Participants are reminded that participation is entirely voluntary and are strongly urged to have their own health insurance. It is understood that participation is voluntary and MCC is not responsible for injuries or accidents and all liability against them is waived.

2. Pay the amount under “tuition” only. (Some classes may have additional charges for materials and supplies. These will be collected in class.) 3. Write name of student and class number on check. 4. Make checks payable to Metropolitan Community College. (Enrollment form)

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Continuing Education mailer Volume 12 Issue 4

Metropolitan Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, age, pregnancy, disability, current or prior military service, protected veteran status or membership in any other class that is protected under local, state or federal law or regulation in admission or access to its programs and activities or in its treatment or hiring of employees. The College complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1990, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of l975 and related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, and all amendments to the above. Contacts: Concerning Title VI (race), Title IX (gender equity), Section 504 (disability), Americans with Disabilities Act/Program and Services Accessibility and age, contact: Julie Langholdt – Dean of Student Advocacy and Accountability: 531-622-2202, jlangholdt@mccneb.edu (students); Missy Beber – Associate Vice President of Human Resources: 531-622-2236, mlbeber@mccneb.edu (employees); Bernie Sedlacek – Director of Facilities Management, Planning, and Construction: 531-622-2529, bsedlacek@mccneb.edu (accessibility); or United States Department of Education Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights – Office for Civil Rights (OCR): 1-800-421-3481, ocr@ed.gov. Concerning hiring and employment-related complaints of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, age, pregnancy, disability, current or prior military service, protected veteran status or membership in any other class that is protected under local, state or federal law or regulation, or affirmative action or diversity issues, contact: Cynthia Gooch-Grayson - Associate Vice President for Equity and Inclusion: 531-622-2649, cgooch@mccneb.edu. The address for all of the above individuals is as follows: Metropolitan Community College, 30th and Fort Streets, P.O. Box 3777, Omaha, NE 68103-0777.

Continuing Education Winter Mailer 2019-20

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MCC Continuing Education Winter Mailer