GOVERNOR WENTWORTH CONTINUING EDUCATION - Fall 2009

Course Name

Start Date

# of

Days

Time

Location

Instructor

Cost

Weeks

Using Quickbooks Accounting

Oct. 6

Tues.

6:30-8:30

VOC-323

M.Blodget, CPA

$80

How to get started using QuickBooks: basic setup, entering information, customizing and generating reports.

Advanced features will also be introduced.

Adobe PhotoShop - Beginner

Oct. 19

Mon & Th.

6:30-8:30

KRHS-140

Carol Gartland-

$60

Introductory class. Learn to use the tools, layers, history pallets as well as scanning & image correcting.

Bateman

Some computer skills required.

PhotoShop Workshop

Sept. 29

Tues.

2:45-4:15

VOC-317

Terrie Rogers

$45

This class is for students who have had some PhotoShop experience. New techniques along with a chance to produce personal

design work will be facilitated. Creativity encouraged! Beginners with computer experience are also welcome.

Microsoft Excel - Beginner

Sept. 30

Wed.

6:00-8:00

VOC-323

Kelly McAdam

$50

Learn how to create spreadsheets including functions, copy, paste, merging cells, and sorting. Some computer skills required.

Web Design

Nov. 5

Thurs.

6:00-8:00

VOC-323

Kelly McAdam

$50

Learn principles of design for creating a simple web site for business or personal use. An introduction to site building tools

and web design software Adobe Dreamweaver CS3 will be covered. Lastly, you will learn how to publish your site to the Internet.

21st Century Computer Tools

Nov. 2

Mon.

6:00-8:00

VOC-323

Karen Payne

$40

Google Docs, wikis, blogs, and Voice Threads ~ Explore uses of these powerful internet tools. From connecting

with friends and family, to sharing hobbies, and collaborating on projects, these new internet applications bridge

distances and connect people.

Computers for Beginners

Oct. 26, 27, 28, Nov. 2, 3

3:00-4:15

KRHS-140

Mark Montross/

$55

Learn to use Windows, work with a mouse, organize & work with files, optimize a computer,

Mike Roush

browse the web & use e-mail. Limit: 10

Ebay for Beginners

Nov. 2

Mon.

6:00-8:00

KRHS-140

Tom Loonam

$40

Learn the basics of navigating the largest on-line auction site in the world and shop for anything

Beg. Conversational German

Oct. 7

Wed.

4:00-5:15

KRMS-109

Rick Davidson

$45

Have you always wanted to learn a foreign language? Here is your chance to pick up some basic German in

an easy-going non-threatening environment.

Getting The Most Out Of

Oct. 6

Tues.

4:00-6:00

KRMS-109

Rick Davidson

$45

Digital Photography

Learn camera usage, improving your photographic eye, enhance your

pictures in PhotoShop or other free editing software, slide shows, and image sharing. Limit: 6.

Starting a Sm. Business in NH

Oct. 7

Wed.

6:30-8:30

VOC-317

Mal Blodgett

$60

Learn some basics of starting a small business in New Hampshire. Topics will include: choosing the type of tax entity,

registering your business name, hiring workers, insurance, and filing requirements.

Fundamentals of Investing:

Oct. 15

Thurs.

6:00-8:00

VOC-306

Rick Jasinski

Free

Weathering Market Volatility

Learn how to make better decisions about investing your money in

Financial Advisor

today's environment. There is no charge for this course, buy you MUST REGISTER.

Charcoal Drawing

Oct. 13

Tues.

5:30-7:30

KRHS-121

Norm Adjutant

$60

From pre-historic drawings in Lascaux, France; through the Renaissance; to today's studios and galleries, no artistic media has lasted

so long or been so widely used by artists as charcoal. The joy of using charcoal lies in its spontaneity and sensitivity…it is fast, direct,

responsive, and among the least inhibiting media. This course will introduce you to the various forms of charcoal, basic techniques of

its use, and methods of preserving and protecting your works. A materials list will be provided after registering.

Basic Drawing Class

Sept. 30

Wed.

6:00-8:00

KRHS-121

Dawn Moore

$60

Activate the creative side of your brain! Topics to be covered include: line drawing, perspective, shading and more.

Bring your sketchpad and medium preference - pencil or charcoal. Low stress & fun! NOTE: DRAWING II will be offered in the Spring.

SAT PREP - Math/English

Oct. 5, 6, 7, 8

M-T-W-TH

2:30-4:30

KRHS-231

Fran Marchand/

$50

Test taking skills and strategies for the Fall exams. Practice & instruction will be provided.

Aaron Gauthier

Quilted Sweatshirt Jacket

Oct. 20

Tues.

6:00-8:00

VOC-327

Pat Grant

$60

With Style!

Come create a masterpiece with your favorite quilting materials and a

sweatshirt. You will learn the method of quilting fabric onto your sweatshirt! Learn this technique and you will be ready

to create one-of-a-kind, unique gifts for the holiday season. A materials list will be provided after registering. Register early!

Machine Trapunto

Oct. 6

Tues.

6:00-8:30

VOC-327

Pat Grant

$35

Trapunto may look difficult, but here’s your chance to learn this technique step-by-step. Learn how to use various layers of

batting and unique stitching to create an elegant pillow top, mini wall hanging, or the start of something larger! A materials list

will be provided after registering. Register early!

Beginner Appliqué Class

Oct. 19

Mon.

6:00-8:00

VOC-327

Pat Grant

$50

This course will teach you the fundamentals of hand appliqué. There will be a variety of techniques with a "hands-on"

approach to successful appliqué. Low-key, stress-free and fun! A materials list will be provided after registering. Register early!

Beginning Quilting

Oct. 1

Thurs.

6:00-8:00

VOC-327

Pat Grant

$60

A true beginners class! You will learn the basics of color selection, cutting, piecing, stitching and layering for your quilt.

You will be making a table runner that will incorporate all the basic methods of quilting. You DO NOT need to bring your

sewing machine to the first night. A materials list will be provided after registering. Register early!

Welcome Pineapple

Oct. 1

Thurs.

5:30-8:00

VOC-317

Terrie Rogers

$25

Wall Hanging 12" X 18"

This adorable pineapple wall hanging quilt top can be done in one evening while using your scrap fabrics. You must be

able to sew a 1/4" seam. A materials list will be provided after registering.

Insulated Shades

Nov. 2

Mon.

5:30-8:30

Voc-317

Dotty Burrows

$45

Heating oil and gas prices may be out of sight again! One way to help lower your bills is to cover your windows with insulated

shades to prevent heat loss. Learn the basics and be on your way to saving heating money. A supply list will be provided after

registering. Register early!

Decorative Painting

Sept. 30

Wed.

6:00-8:30

Circuit

Sandy Staiger

$35

Learn to paint a fall goose and apple basket scene on a horizontal 20" barrel stave.

Zone**

The finished piece will be antiqued for an aged look. There will be additional charge for supplies, payable to the instructor.

Woodworking

Oct. 13

Tues.

6:00-8:30

KRHS-160

Tom Loonam

$85

Learn tool identification, safe and proper use of power and hand tools. Come with a small project in mind.

There will be an additional fee for materials based on your project, or bring your own materials.

Knitting - Basics and More!

Oct. 19

Mon.

6:00-7:30

KRHS-123

Fern Downing

$40

Come and learn the basics of knitting while learning to read a pattern - or just come with your latest project

for help and camaraderie!

Dessert Pastries

Oct. 19

Mon.

6:00-8:30

VOC-352

Chef Pat Brideau

$25

Come and meet Chef Pat Brideau, Certified Executive Pastry Chef. This is your chance to experience hands-on creation

of regional plated desserts from tarts to dessert won tons. These are quick, easy, high-end desserts for you to create & eat!!

Breakfast Pastries

Nov. 4

Wed.

6:00-8:30

Voc-352

Chef Pat Brideau

$25

Learn quick and simple ways to make fun & easy breakfast pastries in this hands-on class These treats

will start your days off right! Scones, Puff Pastry, Quickbreads and more will all be covered! Create, eat & enjoy!

Wine Making, An Introduction

Oct. 1, 8, 15, Nov. 12, 19 - TH.

3:30-4:30

VOC-352

Tom Clough

$35

This class will run 5 meetings over 7 weeks. Please check the dates! Topics covered will include: overview of the wine

making process, equipment needed, primary fermentation, secondary fermentation, racking off, settling & stabilizing and

bottling, sterilization, yeast selection, kit wines vs wines from scratch. You will follow the wine making process from

primary fermentation to bottling and will receive 3 bottles of a fine table wine! You must be 21 to participate in this class.

Additional Lab Fee $15. payable to the instructor.

Wine Tasting Seminar

Oct. 20

Tues.

6:00-8:30

Cider Press

Denise Earle

$40

Drinking wine is easy, tasting wine is more of a challenge. Tasting is not a test or an exact

Restaurant*

science, it's subjective. Celebrate fall & enjoy an evening of wine tasting with a sampling of entrees and desserts paired with wine.

Composting

Oct. 5

Mon.

6:00-8:00

Voc-323

Kelly McAdam

$15

Turn your trash into valuable fertilizer for your lawn and garden. Learn the basics of the composting process, the materials

you will need, and the many benefits that compost provides our environment while eliminating household trash and yard waste.

Beginner Yoga/Pilates

Oct. 7

Wed.

5:00-6:00

CRESCENT

Pamela Swanick

$45

Tone, strengthen, stretch & lose weight - simultaneously! Come and discover the benefits of

GYM

Yoga-lates! Doctor recommended to maintain a healthy lifestyle - Try being healthy without medication. No class Nov. 11.

Zumba

Oct. 8,15,29, Nov. 5,12 Thurs.

5:00-6:00

KRMS-GYM

Patti Cain

$35

Dance fitness with Latin and Salsa type music! No experience needed. Come prepared to have lots of fun!

Wear sneakers and exercise clothes. Note: No class Oct. 22.

Basic Self Defense for Women

Oct. 8

Thurs.

6:00-8:00

KRHS-

Sr. Ptlm/SRO

$30

$20 plus $5 registration each session - runs through April 27h.

This is an introductory course to help women protect themselves & keep themselves safe.

Library

Greg Cooper

Ideal for all women today's society

Basic Self Defense for Women

Oct. 15

Thurs.

6:00-8:00

KRHS-

Sr. Ptlm/SRO

$30

Part 2 This course will expand the principles a

Library

Greg Cooper

This course will expand the principles and techniques learned in Basic Self Defense for Women Part 1.

Participants will learn & demonstrate hands-on self defense techniques to better prepare them to protect their personal safety.

Beginning Auto Repair

On-going

Mon - Th

6:00-8:00

VOC-331

Gary Sullivan

Below

Basic automobile service & repair. Open shop available or individual instruction. Open to novice and beyond.

$2/night or $25. for the session.

CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION:

Use the Registration form below for registration. Registrations are recorded on a first come, first serve basis. GWCE reserves the

right to cancel a course, substitute instructors, or make changes to the time & location, but efforts are made to keep courses as

advertised. If there is a course you would like to see offered, enter your request at the bottom of the form. If you would like

to serve as instructor, contact the Director.

Course locations: Kingswood Reg. HS (KRHS), Kingswood Middle School (KRMS), Region #9 Voc. Ctr. (VOC), & Crescent

Lake School (CRESCENT).

*Cider Press Restaurant, 30 Middleton Rd., Wolfeboro.

**Circuit Zone is located on Rte. 28 next to Trites Auto.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

1. By mail to Continuing Ed. Program, Region #9 Vocational Center, 384 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, NH 03894

2. Drop off registrations at KRHS, Region #9 Vocational Center, or mail.

Please call to reserve a place if you can’t come at these times or if it is too late to mail your registration.

3. Classes can be canceled if a minimum enrollment is not reached. PLEASE mail or sign up early.

4. Tuition is usually refunded only if class is canceled. Contact Director if you must cancel.

5. GWRSD assumes no responsibility for accidents or injuries or for any personal property left in the building.

6. For further information, call 569-4361 fax: 569-9243.

YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED IF A CLASS WILL NOT RUN. PLEASE SUPPLY YOUR TELEPHONE # BELOW!

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Mailing Address ____________________________________Town____________________Zip_______________

First Course #______________

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Whenever possible we will try to confirm your registration via email. Thank you.

Make check payable to:

Governor Wentworth Continuing Education or GWCE.

Mail to: Cont.Ed., Region #9 Vocational Center, 384 South Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH 03894