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ART & DANCE

The Magic of Mosaic

Design your own masterpiece of mosaic art! This class will cover the basic techniques and materials used to create mosaics for your garden and your home. Beginners should bring a small terra cotta flowerpot to make in the first session. If you continue for the second course, you will learn enough to create more mosaic projects, such as a framed mirror, a small stepping stone, or a vase. Please bring to class a pair of “nippers,” safety glasses, and garden gloves. All can be purchased at any hardware store.

Materials fee: $20 (approximate), payable to the instructor, for mosaic tiles and other supplies. For more information, you can email the instructor at dimitry.grudsky@comcast.net.

Dmitry Grudsky has been an artist, muralist, and teacher for more than 25 years. Born in Russia, he designed many large-scale murals, mosaics, and stained glass works for buildings in Uzbekistan. His public art can be seen in Berkeley and in other Bay Area cities where it enhances gardens, parks, community centers, and office buildings. You can view his work by going to www.dmitrymosaics.com

Beginning Watercolors

Learn to use and love this classic, translucent medium in a supportive, relaxed environment. You will discover how to paint in watercolors in a step-by-step approach, from sketching, mixing colors, and using the color wheel to learning to use washes and glazing to paint still life and landscapes. No experience necessary. Each class will include individual instruction. Supplies will be available for purchase from the instructor. Age 15 to adult.

Oleg Tumasov studied art in Russia and holds degrees in drawing, oil painting, sculpting, and art education. He has been teaching art to all levels of students for more than 15 years. His work was recently exhibited at the San Francisco Gift Center Pavilion.

Want to Draw?…Here’s How to Start!

Anyone can draw! If you have always wanted to draw but were too intimidated to begin, this is the class for you. You will learn the fundamental skills and techniques of drawing. Explore contour drawing, sighting and measuring, perspective, and the effects of light and shadow (shading). Class includes lectures, demonstrations and individual attention to students’ work. A supply list will be sent to you when you register for the class. Ages 15 to adult.

Kate Ruddle is an exhibiting artist in the Bay Area with a master’s degree in sculpture. She received the Norfolk Fellowship for Drawing and Painting at Yale University in 1998 and has studied in Florence, Italy.

Drawing Plants and Landscapes

Have you ever wanted to draw the plants in your garden? Now you can! Start off drawing plants around Chabot's beautiful gardens and proceed to drawing the landscape around campus. Explore contour drawing, sighting and measuring, perspective and the effects of light and shadow (shading). Class includes lectures, demonstrations and individual attention to student’s work. By the end of class, each student will have made a sketchbook of collected specimens and drawn flowers. No drawing experience is necessary. A supply list will be sent to you when you register for the class. Ages 15 to adult. 

Kate Ruddle is an exhibiting artist in the Bay Area with a master’s degree in sculpture. She received the Norfolk Fellowship for Drawing and Painting at Yale University in 1998 and has studied in Florence, Italy.

Salsa Dancing

Have fun and get a great workout at the same time by learning this popular Latin dance. In this step-by-step course, you will learn the basics without feeling intimidated. First you’ll warm up, then learn each step by repetition, continually adding new steps until you’ve learned a full dance combination. You will have a chance to incorporate your own style and expression. Singles and couples are welcome.

Cris Gonzales teaches a variety of dance classes at Chabot College.

Belly Dancing

Remove the daily stress from your life and enjoy a low-impact workout with Middle Eastern dance. This is intended for all body types, genders, and for all ages. Classes will include a yoga warm up, a low impact work out, and belly dancing! The class will learn Middle Eastern movements and rhythms with focus on understanding the different dance styles. This class will also begin to use dance props and work with zills (finger cymbals).

Rachelle Karpelles is passionate about dancing and loves to teach and perform many styles of Middle Eastern dance. She has been dancing for nearly 30 years and has performed at restaurants, social events and festivals in the Bay Area.

Introduction to Tahitian Dance

Learn the exciting South Pacific dance of Tahiti! This class will introduce you to the basic techniques and motions of the Tahitian dance. It will be taught at the Polynesian dance school in Fremont which has been the home of the Tahitian dance troupe ‘Ote’a ‘Api for more than 15 years. The group has entertained hundreds with their music, original costumes, and unique choreography. For more information about the school, go to www.pacificexchangeprod.com

Anthony Manaois has been the director of the ‘Ote’ a ‘Api performing cast and dance school since 1987 and is also a musician, composer, writer, choreographer, and costume designer.

Ballroom Dancing

Join in the fun, excitement, and fitness that ballroom dancing offers to your lifestyle. This introduction to ballroom dancing will include basic steps for some of the most popular ballroom dances: the two-step, cha-cha, rhumba, and swing. The emphasis in the course  is on learning the techniques of the basic moves in the different dance rhythms. Singles and couples are welcome.

Cris Gonzales teaches a variety of dance classes at Chabot College.

BUSINESS & CAREERS

Notary Public Workshop & Exam

California needs new notaries to serve its growing population, and California’s existing notaries need to get instruction and take a state exam to renew their commissions. This class is for both groups. It covers the functions and duties of a California Notary Public, with a focus on how to pass the California Notary examination. The class will cover understanding and interpreting the California Notary codes; the duties and responsibilities of a notary; how to notarize a document; bonding and insurance; documents that can and cannot be notarized; oaths and affirmations; spotting fraud; and identification issues. The course will include a practice exam, after which time the students will receive a Certificate of Completion that allows them to register for the State-proctored notary examination. Students will need to bring proper identification (driver’s license, state ID card, passport, active military ID), a sack lunch, and a black-ink pen.

Materials fee: $40, check (no cash) payable to the California School of Notary Public for course materials.

Course Schedule:
7:45 am                 Registration/Materials
8:30-10 a.m.          Instruction
10-10:15 a.m.        Break
10:15 a.m.-noon    Instruction 
Noon-12:30 p.m.   Lunch (outside the classroom)
12:30-2 p.m.          Instruction
2-2:15 p.m.            Break
3:30-4:30 p.m.       Practice notary exam
4:30-5 p.m.            Certificates of Completion

State Exam:
The optional State California Notary Public Examination will be given on the dates scheduled below by a state proctor on the Chabot College campus. Students who wish to take the exam must bring a photo ID (see above), a check or money order (no cash) for $40 payable to Secreatary of State, a pen and two #2 pencils.

Jed Gladstein is a commissioned California Notary Public who regularly works for the California School of Notary Public, one of the principal providers of notary instruction in the State of California. He has been a California attorney for over 30 years and is also a certificated California teacher .

Build Your Notary Public Business: Become a Loan Signing Specialist

California’s real estate industry is in need of notaries who are loan signing specialists. The instructor will present information on the duties and responsibilities of the Notary Public as a Loan Signing Specialist and will provide the student with the education and skills to be successful in this industry. Upon completion of the class, the student will be eligible to take the open book examination (optional) and receive a Certificate of Certification for the course.

Material fees (payable to instructor): $35 for Loan Document Signing Study Guide, $30 for optional Open Book Certification Examination

Jed Gladstein is a commissioned California Notary Public who regularly works for the California School of Notary Public, one of the principal providers of notary instruction in the State of California. He has been a California attorney for over 30 years and is also a certificated California teacher .

How to Buy and Sell through Online Auctions–and Have Fun Doing It!

Using his years of experience as both a retailer of used merchandise and an eBay Trading Assistant, Mike Shapiro will escort both the beginner and the more seasoned online auction trader through not only the basics of the online auction world but some of its more complex aspects as well. He’ll also provide tips and strategies for buyers and sellers so you will win more auctions and get more money for the items you are selling. Author of a humorous book of e-bay stories, he will share some with you and keep a smile on your face throughout the class.

Materials fee: $15 for handouts. (He will also have his book available for sale and signing).

Mike  Shapiro is a 20-year veteran of the retail environment, both off and online. Prior to concentrating on his career as an author/educator and eBay trading assistant,  he owned several successful retail stores in the Bay Area. He has written extensively on business issues for websites and publications, and his hilarious book of ebay stories, “You Are Bidding On…” has drawn rave reviews for its humorous approach to the online experience.

How to Start a Home-based Business

From sewing to software development, more people are turning to the home environment as the most profitable and enjoyable way to make a living. Long revered as the “diamond of the working environments,” both part time and full time work is being moved from the corporate to the private environments with huge rewards in both financial gains and personal satisfaction. Being your own boss requires the knowledge about how to set up, operate, and market your skills in an efficient and profitable manner. This informative course will:

Materials fee: $20, payable to the instructor, for the manual with materials and resources necessary to be successful.

Nancy Miller

How to Sell Your Inventions and Make a Profit

So you’ve got this great idea for an invention and don’t know what to do with it? If that’s the case, then this is the definitive course for protecting your inventions and turning them into cash. this program is based on 20 years of solid experience and explains the standard industry practices for the consideration, licensing, and commercialization of new inventions. In this comprehensive program, you’ll learn about:

 Materials fee: $20, payable to the instructor for the comprehensive guide “Inventing for Money.”

 Mike Rounds

Start an Import/Export Business

Few fields offer greater potential for self-employment and business expansion than international trade. The initial investment need not be great and the opportunities for growth and independent entrepreneurship are exceptional. This is a practical seminar covering the following topics: organizing for international trade, finding free help, finding practical products, distribution financing, taxes, and typical import/export business transactions.

Howard Goldsmith has been in the international trade field for more than 20 years and has written several books on the topic.

Medical Insurance Billing for the Beginner

The physicians’ most valued employee is the one who does the insurance billing. Join thousands of others who make a great living doing medical insurance billing. This class was developed specifically for the beginner who wants to work full or part-time. You will receive step-by-step directions on:

Materials fee: $45, payable to the instructor, for comprehensive billing manual and Certificate of Completion. (Please arrive 15 minutes early to purchase your materials).

Terry Rowan of TSR, Inc. is a consultant to the medical community and owns a successful billing service. She teaches college courses and seminars on medical business skills throughout California.

Computerized Medical Insurance Billing: Online Course

Build on what you’ve learned in the Medical Billing class by taking this additional medical billing online course in your home. You will have three weeks to complete the course (8 to 16 hours to complete assignments). The instructor will be available by e-mail Monday through Friday during that period to answer questions. You will learn how to:

You will receive a Certificate of Completion following  an open book quiz.

Materials fee: $65, payable to the instructor.

 Terry Rowan

Medical Insurance Billing II

This is highly recommended for those students who have just completed Medical Insurance Billing for the  Beginner  to give you a well-rounded learning experience in medical billing. This class is also necessary if you want to start a medical insurance billing service from your home. This class will cover:

Students who complete both the Medical Insurance Billing for Beginners and Medical Insurance Billing II will be placed on a list that the instructor maintains for doctors looking to hire medical insurance billers in our area. Certificates of Completion will be awarded. No tape recorders, please.

Materials fee: $35, payable to instructor.

 Terry Rowan

Start a Medical Insurance Billing Service from Home

Most medical practices receive more than 85 percent of their income from insurance companies. That’s why doctors seek professionals who have made a commitment to keeping themselves updated in an area that has constant changes in form completion, billing procedures, and coding. This course will include information on:

Materials fee: $40, payable to instructor, includes Certificate of Completion.

Terry Rowan

COMPUTERS

 Learn to Type Faster!  

Are you still using the two-finger “hunt and peck” method of typing? In this computer age, it is essential that you know how to type quickly to keep up with the rest of the world! Whether you are a student trying to type reports and “Instant Message” your friends or an adult who is frustrated at how long it takes to type letters and key-in online forms, this class is for you. In just one day you will build your speed and create fun documents.

Rosa Landeros has degrees in English and computer technology and 15 years experience working with computer programs and applications. She teaches computer applications at Chabot College. (bilingual)

Computer Basics: Starting from the Beginning

If you feel like you are the only person left on earth who doesn't know how to use a computer, take this class and meet some others. By the end of this class, you will have learned to use a keyboard and mouse, work with your computer “desktop,” use the  “menu” and “tool bar,” organize your files, and create, print, and save a simple document. If you have put off learning about your computer, now is the time. Seniors welcome! (This class is also offered in Spanish).

Rosa Landeros

Computadora Basica en español: Comienze de el princípio

Si usted se siente como que usted es la única persona en el mundo que no sabe cómo utilizar una computadora, tome esta clase.  Al final de la clase, usted habrá aprendido a utilizar un teclado, el ratón, el menú y otras partes de la computadora.  Tambien aprendera como organizar sus archivos, y crear, imprimir, y salvar un documento sencillo. Ahora es el tiempo para aprender! Para mas informacion o para registrarse en Español, favor de llamar al (510)723-6631. 

Intro to Internet Explorer and E-Mail

Find out all the ways the Internet can make your life easier, from looking for a job to finding recipes. You will create an email account and practice sending email to your friends and family. This easy-to-understand lecture and hands-on class will cover:

 Rosa Landeros

Beginning Microsoft Word

Come and learn how to use Word, the most popular word processing program on the market. This class is designed for the beginning student and will cover creating, saving, and printing documents; cutting, copying and pasting text, and other functions if time permits. Prerequisite: Some knowledge of the PC and basic typing skills.

Materials required: Please bring one blank 3-1/2” high-density diskette or USB drive.

Rosa Landeros

Microsoft Word II

Find out what exciting things you can do with Word once you get beyond the basics. You will create, edit, and format tables, and add borders and shading.  Learn to use columns, include headers, footers and tabs plus much more (time permitting).

Prerequisite: You must have taken Beginning Microsoft Word or have prior Word experience.

Materials required: Please bring one blank 3-1/2” high-density diskette or USB drive.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

This course is designed for students who want to gain the skills necessary to create, edit, format and print basic Microsoft Office Excel worksheets. You will learn to create and format a worksheet, perform calculations, develop a workbook, print the contents of a workbook, customize the layout of the Excel  window

Prerequisite: Some knowledge of PC and basic typing skills.

Materials required: Please bring one blank 3-1/2” high-density diskette or USB drive.

Rosa Landeros

Intermediate Excel

This course is designed for students who have completed the Beginning Excel course or who have previous knowledge of Excel. It will cover some of the more advanced features of the program. Topics will include creating charts, using the SUM function to compute subtotals and grand totals, using the AVERAGE function to compute the arithmetic mean of a group of numeric entries, using the MAX function to compute the maximum of a group of numeric entries, using the MIN function to compute the minimum of a group of numeric entries, using the PASTE Function button to enter a function.

Materials required: Please bring one blank 3-1/2” high-density diskette or USB drive.

Rosa Landeros

Beginning PowerPoint

This course uses a combination of lecture, hands-on practice, and independent exercises to familiarize students with the PowerPoint program. No previous knowledge of PowerPoint or presentation/ graphics programs is required. You will learn to, create and edit text slides, format the presentation with the slide master, use the powerpoint views to rearrange, the presentation, add graphics and clip art to slides, present a slide show.

Materials required: Please bring one blank 3-1/2” high-density diskette or USB drive.

Rosa Landeros

Beginning Access

Learn to create and process data in this powerful database management system. You will find out how to store, locate, and print any type of important information create tables and run queries create basic forms, print reports and use templates and wizard

Elvet Moore has been teaching computer applications for more than 10 years.

Intermediate Access

This hands-on class will allow you to build on your abilities to develop tables and forms while expanding your knowledge of Access as well. Prerequisite: Must have taken Beginning Access or have prior experience.

Elvet Moore

It’s Easy to Use Your Macintosh

The Macintosh is the world’s easiest computer to use-come learn the reasons why. If you’ve never used a computer before, are thinking of buying a Macintosh, or curious about upgrading your Macintosh, this course is for you. We’ll touch on all the key elements of Mac OS X, including organizing your files, browsing the web, using e-mail, listening to music, and creating simple word processing documents and spreadsheets.

Mike Matthews, a confirmed Macintosh user, has 15 years of Macintosh experience. He is a member of  the Apple Consultants Network.

Macintosh II: The Meaning of iLife

Learn how the Macintosh can help spur your imagination and leave you with lasting memories. We'll take a look at the features of four of Apple’s iLife multimedia applications-iPhoto, iMovie, iTunes, and iDVD-and see how they work together to help you create amazing memories and gifts with your photos, movies, and music.

Mike Matthews

FINANCE & REAL ESTATE

Investment Strategies for Changing Times 

Do the continued ups and downs of the market make you feel like you are riding the roller coaster again and again? In the face of unusual market volatility, having a well-defined set of investment strategies is more important now than ever before.  In this class, you will learn how to:

The better you can protect your investments and grow them, the farther along the road to financial success you’ll find yourself.

Chevan Goonetilleke is a certified financial retirement advisor, specializing in the areas of financial planning in relation to retirement.

Financial Planning for Women: Following Your Dreams

We all have financial dreams–from a dream wedding to a dream vacation to a dream home to a dream retirement. But not everyone takes action to turn those dreams into achievable goals. Taking this class is the first step. In this class we will explore the essential elements of financial planning and learn how to customize them for your needs. We will cover the following topics in this workshop:

You will walk away knowing the tools to get to your dreams with a high level of confidence and start taking control of your financial future!

M. Miranda Chang of Affinity Financial Solutions in Hayward is a certified financial planner and holds an MBA degree. She actively consults clients on the subjects of financial planning relating to investment, taxation, asset protection, and insurance and estate planning strategies.

Retirement Planning Today

It takes more than money to live a “rich life.” This course blends financial education with life planning to help you build wealth, align your money with your values, and achieve your retirement lifestyle goals. In this course, you will receive practical, easy-to-understand financial information. You will also learn  proven financial strategies that you can apply to your personal situation. You will find out how to manage investment risks, use new tax laws to your advantage, make informed decisions about your company retirement plan, and adjust your estate plan to function properly under the new laws. To try and meet everyone's scheduling needs, the eight-hour course is offered twice–in a two-session course on Saturdays and in a three-session course (with a break in between) once on Thursday evenings.

Mary Grodin of Grodin Financial Service in San Leandro is a registered investment advisor and holds the designations of Chartered Financial Consultant and Certified Funds Specialist.

How to Use Your Home Equity to Create  Real Estate Wealth

In this informative workshop, you will learn:

Optional materials fee: $39, payable to instructor, for comprehensive workbook

Seewing Yee holds degrees in accounting and taxation and has been a financial planner and educator for more than 15 years. He conducts over 200 real estate seminars each year throughout California at more than 30 colleges and universities.

College Costs are Rising…Will You Be Ready? 

We all want the best for our children and grandchildren, but the dream of sending them to college may come true only to those who begin preparing early. Eighteen years from now, college could cost as much as $92,000 at a public university and $245,000 at a private university.  With some help in understanding your options, the distant dream of providing for college could become an achievable plan.  For those who are determined to give a child the best possible start in life through education, come and attend this workshop. You will walk away with valuable tips and tools including:

M. Miranda Chang

Job Changes and Your 401(k)

You have changed jobs or otherwise left your employer, and you are wondering what to do with your old 401(k). Wonder no more and attend this class. You will learn:

Don’t forget, your 401(k) asset may be the largest pool of retirement assets you will ever manage. Be sure you are making the right decisions.

Chevan Goonetilleke

How to Find the Most Desirable Real Estate Markets in the Country

This seminar will show you how to participate in what many experts predict is the greatest real estate boom in history. You will learn how to find the best markets to invest, work, retire and own investment property in. You will learn:

Optional materials fee: $39 for comprehensive workbook (includes similar information from Mr. Yee's other classes if you have already purchased the book).

Seewing Yee

Tax Strategies for Real Estate Wealth

This popular seminar is designed for both experienced real estate investors and first-time investors who want to get a good understanding of real estate tax rules and financial planning strategies. This course will teach you:

 Optional materials fee: $39, payable to instructor, for comprehensive workbook.

Seewing Yee

Moving Up the Real Estate Ladder

As housing prices continue to escalate, are you feeling like you are stuck in your present home with no hopes of moving up? Take these two courses and you will discover how you can successfully grow your real estate investments.

Part I. How to Move Up to a Bigger Home

Part II. How to Buy Real Estate as an Investment

Steve Mohseni has been a successful realtor and real estate advisor for more than 10 years and is a certified Residential Specialist. He has personally invested in multiple properties throughout northern California and has helped hundreds of others buy first-time homes and move up to future investments.

Make Your Money the Old-Fashioned Way: Buy Fixer-Uppers

Many people have discovered that the best way to make real estate a great investment is to buy fixer-upper properties at a discount, make repairs that will increase the property value to that of its neighbors, and sell the property for a substantial profit. Others look to fixer-uppers for their next rental or live-in home. In this class, you will learn how to find fixer-uppers, uncover the critical characteristics of a property and location that make a property financially attractive, learn when it makes sense to become a real estate agent to sell your own property, find out the most rewarding repairs to make, the importance of staging, and the risks and rewards of making fixer-uppers your full-time business. More information about this class and the instructor is available on-line at www.discoverforeclosures.com

Warren Racine has been a structural engineer and a real estate broker in California for more than 32 years. He has taught more than 10,000 students since 1974.

Foreclosures: The Good, the Bad, and the Fantastic!

This fully-packed, one-day seminar/workshop can help you find distressed properties and show you how they can be acquired at a substantial discount.  In the morning seminar, you will learn different ways to purchase properties, the laws that affect the purchase of foreclosures, and how to evaluate risks and rewards. You will become familiar with the documents and forms through which property purchases are made. Innovative research techniques will be introduced that will increase the profit potential in each property.

In the afternoon, you will apply your understanding of the five ways to purchase distressed property by evaluating an actual foreclosing property for profit. You’ll be going through the step-by-step process of looking for high equity property by finding the fair market value, uncovering total debt, and developing an offer to present to the defaulting owner before the trustee’s sale. You will be shown how to establish a fair offering price that should be attractive to the defaulting owner or REO lender and how to get agreement on this price. More information about this class and the instructor is available on-line at www.discoverforeclosures.com

Warren Racine

HOME & HOBBIES

Design Floral Arrangements

Just in time for the holidays, learn how to design beautiful floral arrangements to grace your table and impress your friends and family. In this four-session class taught at Fred’s Flowers in Hayward, you will learn about flowers, design, color, fillers, decorations, and the tools that make it all come together. You will make three kinds of arrangements–a centerpiece, a vase arrangement, and a hand-tied bouquet–for the fall season or for upcoming holidays.

Materials fee: The fees, paid to the instructor, will depend on the flowers and decorations you choose for your arrangements, averaging $20 apiece.

Erin Johnson of San Lorenzo has been a floral designer for more than 22 years and has worked at Fred’s Flowers for 11 years. The flower shop, which has been in the same location for nearly 60 years, is owned by Richard Kraus and was started by his now-deceased parents, Lucille and Fred. Lucille taught flower arranging to Chabot College students in the shop in the early 1960s and Richard is  proud to carry on the tradition with this class.

Decorate Holiday Tabletops

Do you “ooh” and “aah” over the beautifully decorated tables you see in home and design magazines as the holidays approach? Now you can learn how to get that great designer look using quick and easy decorating methods. Interior Designer Kari Nordgren will show you how to develop a theme, utilize simple design principles, and decorate fabulous tables on a budget! In addition, each participant will create a centerpiece for the holiday or season they choose and are asked to bring the following materials: three matching glass votive holders (square or round), three to four silk floral bushes with at least 24 flowers total, such as roses or mums (select colors that represent the holiday or season of your choice), and don't forget wire cutters or heavy duty scissors.

Materials Fee: $10, payable to instructor for additional materials as needed to complete your centerpiece.  

Kari Nordgren is a professional interior designer who specializes in redesigning clients’ homes using their own possessions and accessories from affordable retailers.

Make Holiday Crafts

'Tis the season…to think about making holiday crafts before you get too busy and time starts running out. We are offering classes each month to coincide with the upcoming holidays. Take one class or all three, and this year you'll be ahead of the game! Three talented craftspeople from Joann's Fabrics in Hayward will be bringing lots of supplies to campus for a variety of easy crafts to make. You can start one project and finish it the next week or make several. The instructors will be there to assist you on an individual basis. Some of the crafts ideas include making costumes and decorations for Halloween, tablerunners and placemats and turkey centerpieces for Thanksgiving, and home decorations like decorated ornaments, stockings or gifts for Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa. Come to the class and share your creative ideas! Ages 15 and up.

Materials fees: Payable to instructors, depending on supplies chosen.

Katrina Moretti, Drucilla Anderson, and Lois Stern, all employees at Joann’s Fabrics in Hayward,  have more than 50 years experience among them in every craft imaginable–sewing, costume design, jewelry making, quilting, you name it, and are looking forward to sharing their expertise with the community.

Knitting for Fun

Join the new knitting craze! Create your own hand-knitted scarf, handbag, or other easy project with basic stitches and techniques covered in this course. You will also learn how to choose the best yarns and patterns for future projects. Just bring knitting needles, and the instructor will supply the yarn for your project. No experience necessary but different levels are welcome and wil be given individual direction. Ages 12 and up.

Paola Trombetta is a master hand and machine knitter and a professional knitwear designer. She has been teaching at colleges and art centers throughout the Bay Area since 1990.

Make Your Own Necklace

Explore your creativity and discover the wonders of jewelry making as you learn all the basics you need to create your own necklace for yourself or as a special gift for someone. Topics include materials, basic techniques, basic design, finishing tips, and tricks. You will have your choice of brightly colored beads and stones of all shapes and sizes as well as strings and clasps. Ages 14 and up.

Materials fee: $10 and up, payable to the instructor, depending on the materials you choose.

Tonya Jenkins began making jewelry as a hobby eight years ago and now operates Creative Gems from her studio in San Leandro where she designs jewelry for boutiques throughout the Bay Area.

Make Your Own Earrings

Now you can make your own beautiful earrings to show off to your friends. In this class, you will learn the basic skills to make even, round matching loops. We will discuss design considerations and components which will make your earrings look professional. You will have several colors of earrings and gemstone colors to choose from in class, but you may also bring your own stones to class. No experience necessary. Ages 14 and up.

Materials fee: $10 and up, payable to the instructor, depending on the materials you choose.

Tonya Jenkins

Clutterology: How to Eliminate Clutter in Your Life and Get Organized

Tired of searching for that “lost something” or stumbling over stuff throughout your house? You can change your environment to work for you with simple, easy, and practical ideas on how to remove clutter from your life and get organized. If you feel that your life is being controlled by your stuff then attend this fun-filled, interactive program, where you’ll learn:

Attendees are encouraged to bring the following items to class with them: old cell phones, empty laserjet and inkjet cartridges, one item from your kitchen and two items from your closet for charitable donation.

Materials fee: $20, payable to the instructor, for the illustrated manual, Clutterology.

Nancy Miller teaches at colleges throughout the state on a variety of business, entrepreneurial, and motivational topics.

Beauty Makeover: Create a New Image

Learn to transform your image in this fun, interactive seminar with top make-up artist and hair stylist Helene Rene. You’ll get a professional makeover you can recreate yourself at home. You'll learn how to:

Come with a clean face, makeup you are currently using, and a good-sized mirror. Helene will help you select colors and textures from your own collection, or you can use make up that she will bring to class.

Helene Rene is the owner of Helene Rene Hair and Make-up Salon, which was voted one of San  Francisco’s Ten Best Salons in 2003.  She travels throughout the area teaching both consumers and hairdressers how to do hair and makeup. She is the author of “Got a Minute? Never Have Another Ugly Day.”

Kids & Teens on Campus

Amazing Magic!

Learn amazing tricks from a magician who started in the business when he was only 15! You will learn magic tricks with cards, coins, rope, and everyday objects. You will also learn proper staging, routing, and presentation for when you do your own magic tricks before an audience! You will hear a brief history of old-time magic as well as find out the modern way of doing magic. When you leave, you will have several tricks up your sleeve to impress your family and friends. Ages 10 and up.

Materials fee: $15, payable to instructor, for a top hat filled with tricks (cards, rope, quarters, etc.) and several handouts.

Alex Gonzalez started in the business when he was only 15 and only five years later he has entertained thousands of people locally in schools, parties, and other presentations as well as in Las Vegas. He has won many awards, including “Stage Magician of the Year” by the World Magic Seminar and “San Francisco Bay Area's Best Magician.”

Sloppy Science              

Slap on some safety goggles, snap on some gloves, and get ready for this incredible journey into the science lab. Experiment with substances you probably have at home to create really radical reactions right before your eyes. Turn water into ice in just 30 seconds, build a giant bubbling potion, carbonate plain drinking water, and create the same awesome smoke illusions used in movies! Then you’ll explore the exciting world of polymers, the chemical reactions we use to create them, and the inner workings of Silly Putty. Transform two regular liquids into an oozing batch of your own slime! You will bring home some of these experiments to amaze your friends and family!

Type Faster!

Are you slow at responding to your friends’ instant messages? Do you wish you could type your schoolwork faster so you could have more time for other activities? Take this class and discover a fun, easy way to learn to type faster and more accurately. You will also learn important basics such as good posture, hand position, and familiarity with the keyboard (so you don’t have to keep looking down at the keys!). You will have your own computer to work on. Ages 14 and up.

Rosa Landeros  (bilingual)

Irish Step Dance

Made popular by the shows “Riverdance” and “Lord of the Dance” and known by a blur of flashing feet, Irish dancing is in demand with many people, young and old, eager to see how it’s done. Now is your opportunity to learn it too! In this introduction to the basics of Irish dance, students will learn timing, foot placing, and correct posture, as well as hand positions. The class will offer a dynamic and challenging learning environment where proper technique is emphasized as well as having fun. Wear comfortable, loose clothing for easy movement and ballet slippers or soft jazz shoes (the hard shoe dances come later). A recital will be held for parents and friends on the last day of class. Boys and girls, ages 8-13.

JoAnn Powell started Irish dancing as a child and competed in local and regional dance competitions and events and  has performed in Las Vegas.  She has more than 20 years of competitive dance experience and 10 years of teaching all ages.

Make Holiday Goodies

Learn how to make holiday treats without even using the stove! Make goodies like Ghoulish Ghosts in a Graveyard and Mint Chocolate Monsters for the October class, and North Pole Graham Crackers Houses and White Chocolate Mint Pinwheel Cookies for the December class. You’ll make enough goodies to satisfy your sweet tooth and have enough left over to treat your family! Plus, you'll have the printed recipe to take home so you can make more. This is a hands-on class so come prepared. Ages 7-11

Marisol Landeros has been cooking since she was a kid herself and has a vast collection of kid-friendly recipes. She taught this class in the Kids on Campus Summer Program and it was voted one of the most popular (and delicious) classes. She will be making all new recipes. (bilingual)

Intro to Sign Language

Through games and activities, you will learn the alphabet, numbers, and some simple phrases you can practice with your classmates and teach your friends. You will be fascinated when you see a video of a children's story told in sign language. Hand-outs will be included so you can keep practicing at home!

Ajay Huestis learned sign language when he was in first grade and through the years decided to make it his career. He continues to study sign language at Ohlone College and works at the Fremont Center for the Deaf where he teaches sign language to siblings of the deaf students.

Test-Taking Secrets 

Do you do well in school–but have trouble when it comes to tests? Discover how you can excel on any type of exam-essay, multiple choice, or oral–at any level, from grammar school to graduate school, and from ordinary quizzes, to the PSAT, SAT, CBEST and bar exam. Also learn how to increase focus and concentration, prevent test anxiety, and raise IQ scores. This hands-on workshop provides a solid foundation that other prep courses might ignore–giving you the competitive edge. Open to all ages.

Materials fee: $30, payable to instructor for CD and handouts.

Curtis Adney graduated at the top of his college class with a 4.0 GPA, has a degree in law, and conducts academic success seminars throughout California.

Be a DJ for a Day

Ever wonder what it’s like behind the scenes at a radio station? Take this class and you’ll hang out with the DJs at Chabot’s own radio station, KCRH 89.9 FM, and give them a hand. You’ll help them choose music, use the equipment, learn to “scratch” records, and broadcast worldwide on the web.  Ages 10 and up.

Ian Gottlieb is the program director for KCRH 89.9 station and has over eight years experience in club, event and radio DJing.

Guitar for Kids

Do you have a talent for playing “air guitar?” Well, now you can get an introduction to the real thing in this six-week guitar class. You will learn note reading, chords, and the “tablature” system of playing the guitar. By the end of the class you will be able to impress your family and friends with easy-to-play songs. ages 9-14. Must bring a guitar with all six strings in tune (Guitars can be rented at local music stores). Note: Guitar lessons are also offered for ages 15 to adult, see page 25).

Materials fee: $10, payable to instructor on first day of class, for sheet music and handouts.

Bruce Brill studied music at the Berklee School of Music in Boston, has a degree in guitar performance from Cal State Hayward, and has studied with some of the top guitar players in California. He taught guitar for kids in Chabot’s Kids on Campus - Summer Camp Program.

Flute for Kids

At a time when many school music education programs are being cut, parents are finding outside sources to teach their children about music or how to play an instrument. This flute class is a great option. In this fun and nurturing environment, students will learn the basics of playing the flute as well as developing healthy practice habits. The instructor will also expose students to music theory, history, and facts about famous composers. Students will have the opportunity to perform in a solo or group recital for parents at the end of the session. Must have a flute to bring to class. (They can be rented at local music stores). 

Materials fee: $20, payable to instructor, for music book. (Flute lessons are also available for adults, see page 25).

Daria Terleck has a master’s degree from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and a bachelor’s degree from the Oberlin (Ohio) Conservatory of Music and has performed in concerts and music festivals throughout the country.

Beginning Blues Harmonica

If you’ve always wondered how those amazing sounds come out of a harmonica, here’s your chance to learn. This class will focus on both playing and having fun as you are introduced to many of the tricks and techniques to make the harmonica cry, laugh, wail and scream. No previous musical experience or harmonica training is required–only the desire to learn! Students will need a “C” major diatonic harmonica. The instructor will have them available in class for $11 if you don’t have one. Ages 12 to adult.

Materials fee: $13, paid to instructor, for instructional CD and handouts.

Dave Broida has been teaching and performing or 20 years at colleges and recreation programs throughout northern California.

Basketball for Kids

Kids will focus on different areas of the game: offense, defense, dribbling, shooting, and passing. Several drills will be introduced within each category along with different types of games so they can be evaluated on their progress. 15 maximum per course.

Don Queyrel is the head women’s basketball coach at Chabot College.

Customized Team Soccer Training

This is a team training class for serious soccer players at the club, high school, and college level. The class emphasizes all aspects of offense and defense as well as goalie training. If you want your team to excel, this is the class for you. We will work on style and systems of play for the whole team. For more information, call (510) 723-6785.

Tony Igwe played soccer professionally and coached at Stanford University before coming to Chabot Colllege to coach men’s and women's soccer.

Competitive Swimming

Keep in shape and fine-tune your strokes in Chabot’s Fall Swim Clinic. This course is a wonderful way for advanced, competitive swimmers to build on what they've learned, as well as acquire new skills. This class will prepare students for summer league, high school, or year-round competition. The coaching staff will focus workouts on stroke technique, turns, starts, race strategy, and conditioning. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards freestyle. For more information, call Greg Kubicki, (510) 723-7433.

Greg Kubicki is the head coach for swimming, diving and water polo at Chabot College.

Water Polo

This class is designed for beginning through advanced players. The class will introduce students to the fundamentals and strategies employed in the game of water polo. Dryland exercise and scrimmages will also be components of the class. Ages 8-18. For more information, call Greg Kubicki, (510) 723-7433.

Springboard Diving

This class is designed for beginning through advanced divers. Students will be introduced to the concepts of competitive springboard diving. Students will use both one and three-meter springboards. Dryland exercises will are also an integral component of the program design. Ages 10-18. For more information, call Greg Kubicki, (510) 723-7433.

LANGUAGES

Conversational Spanish I

Do you want to communicate more effectively when traveling to a Spanish-speaking country, dining in a restaurant, or conversing with customers on the job? This class for beginners will emphasize listening and speaking skills, as well as comprehension. You will learn pronunciations, greetings, introductions, numbers, telling time, giving directions, and simple verbs. You’ll learn everyday words and common phrases that will help you in many situations. In this friendly, relaxed atmosphere you'll get to know your classmates and plan a fiesta for the end of the class.

Required textbook: Spanish Visual Language Guide by Baron’s and Spanish Made Simple by Jackson & Rubio.

Ilva Salamanca coordinated bilingual programs in Central and South American countries and is currently teaching Spanish at Chabot College.

Conversational Spanish II

This course is a continuation of  Conversational Spanish I for students who have completed the course or for those who have some knowledge of Spanish. In addition to the grammar, verbs, and vocabulary learned in Spanish I, this class will give you the opportuinty to practice simple daily conversations in live situations. You will be able to communicate with your relatives and friends at home or with your customers when conducting business. Becoming more familiar with the language and culture will also be beneficial when taveling to Spanish-speaking countries. Required textbook: Check with instructor.

Ilva Salmanaca

Italian Language and Culture

If you are planning to travel to Italy, want to get in touch with your Italian background, or just love languages, don’t miss this class. Taught by a native of Italy with a passion for languages, this class will familiarize you not only with the beautiful romance language of Italian but will educate you on the culture of Italy as well. You will learn simple grammar, everyday words and phrases, how to deal with situations in hotels, restaurants, shopping and sightseeing, and learn about the customs and history of the Italian people.

Required textbook: Avanti con l’italiano. Available in the Chabot College bookstore.

Mario D’Onofrio was born in Italy and trained early on to be an opera singer. He ended up learning English, Spanish and French and went on to teach. Although he has taught languages for more than 35 years, he still has been known to burst into song when talking about Italian culture, much to the delight of his students.

Elementary Filipino I

This course is for anyone who wants to become familiar with the Filipino language or brush up on their pronunciation or reading skills. it will provide students with the primary functions of learning a language and will offer hands-on activities and one-on-one situations to meet the students’ conversational needs. this is a great opportunity to be introduced or re-introduced to the language and to preserve the language by sending the younger generation to learn. ages 13 to adult.

Maria Luisa Penaranda has a bachelor's and master's degrees in education and has been teaching the Filipino language at Cal State East Bay for six years. She has previously taught elementary school and high school in San Francisco.

MUSIC

Beginning Guitar

This is a beginning class taught by an East Bay veteran guitar player who will teach you the basic chords, strums, finger-picking, and tablature in a non-intimidating environment. You’ll also learn about different styles of music that can be played on the guitar, including classical, jazz, rock, country, and flamenco. Students will play solo and in groups of two and three. Reading music is not a requirement. Must have a guitar  that has all six strings and is in tune. Ages 15 to adult. (Also see Guitar for Kids ages 9-14, page 22)

Materials fee: $10 for sheet music and handouts.

Bruce Brill studied music at the Berklee School of Music in Boston, has a degree in guitar performance form Cal State Hayward, and has studied with some of the top guitar players in California.

Beginning Guitar II

This class is for those who have had some guitar experience but may not know how to read music. Solo and group playing will be covered. Blues, classical, rock, jazz and folk are some of the styles that will be explored. Note reading, tablature, scales, chords and theory will be related to the guitar fingerboard. Bring a guitar with all six strings tuned and a pen or pencil.

Materials fee: $10 for sheet music and handouts

Bruce Brill

Intro to Harmonica

If you’ve always wondered how those amazing sounds come out of a harmonica, here’s your chance to learn. This class will focus on both playing and having fun as you are introduced to many of the tricks and techniques. No previous musical experience is required. Students will need a “C” major diatonic harmonica. Instructor will have them available in class for $11 if you don’t have one.

Materials fee: $13, paid to instructor, for instructional CD and handouts.

Dave Broida has been teaching and performing for 20 years at colleges and recreation programs throughout northern California.

Beginning Flute

Whether you played the flute when you were younger and want to start where you left off, or if you’ve always been interested in learning how to play the flute but never got around to it, here’s your chance. In this class, you will learn to play the flute and also learn the fundamentals of music. Aspiring flute players will learn healthy practice habits such as posture, breathing, tone production, and fingering and also become familiar with music history, rhythm, theory, and composers. You can bring your own flute or rent one from a local music store. Ages 15-adult. (Also see Flute for Kids, ages 9-14, page 22).

Materials fee: $20, payable to instructor, for music book.

Daria Terleck has been playing the flute since she was six years old. She has a master’s degree from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and a bachelor’s degree from the Oberlin (Ohio) Conservatory of Music and has performed in concerts and music festivals throughout the country.

Beginning Piano I

Have you always wanted to play an instrument but consider yourself musically challenged? There’s still hope for you! This is a course for non-musicians with little or no previous musical experience. Emphasis will be on note reading, chords, simplified major scales, and playing familiar songs. The course has no grade, can be repeated, and is intended to be low-stress and supportive for the inexperienced or insecure. Students must have daily access to a piano or keyboard with at least 60 full-size keys. Limit 15 students. Teenager to adult. For further information, e-mail the instructor at     ksetar@chabotcollege.edu.

Required materials: Michael Aaron Piano Course: Lessons, Grade One and Alfred’s Basic Adult Piano Course, Lesson Book Level One (both available at the Chabot College bookstore).

Katherine Setar has been an instructor of both private and class piano since 1975. She has a doctorate and master’s degree in music theory and a bachelor’s degree in piano performance, and she has received numerous awards for both teaching and performance. Besides teaching piano, she works as a freelance accompanist and a composer.

Beginning Piano II

Continuation of Beginning Piano I. This is a course for non-musicians with some previous piano playing experience, but have yet to master reading all of the notes on the grand staff. Emphasis will be on note reading, chords, simplified major scales, and playing familiar songs using both hands at the same time. Adults and teenagers welcome. Limit 15 students.

Materials fee: $20 (payable to instructor in class) for books and handouts.

Katherine Setar

Intermediate Piano I

Continuation of  Beginning Piano II. This is a course for non-musicians with enough previous piano-playing experience to read all or nearly all of the notes on the grand staff. Emphasis will be on note reading, chords, simplified and standard major scales, playing familiar songs using both hands at the same time, and possibly playing easy classics from the piano repertoire. Adults and teens welcome. Limit 15 students.

Materials fee: $20 (payable to instructor in class) for books and handouts.

Katherine Setar

Intermediate Piano II

Continuation of Intermediate Piano I. This is a course for non-musicians with enough previous piano playing experience to read all of the notes on the grand staff. Emphasis will be on chords, simplified and standard major scales, technique, and playing familiar melodies and easy classics from the piano repertoire. Adults and teens welcome. Limit 15 students.

Materials fee: $20 (payable to instructor in class) for books and handouts.

Katherine Setar

Sing in Barbershop-style: Join the New Dimensions Chorus

Do you love to sing and are looking for others to share that experience with? The New Dimensions Chorus is a group of beginning to advanced-level singers who perform four-part a cappella harmony in the barbershop style, including gospel, patriotic, holiday, and standard songs. The group meets in Chabot’s recital room, which is equipped with its own risers and provides a friendly venue for developing one’s natural voice instrument and singing presence through vocal training sessions.

James Hall is the music director of the New Dimensions Chorus and Demaster Survine IV is the vocal coach.

PERSONAL INTEREST

How to Plan Wildly Successful Events

Make your next event a memorable, affordable and smoothly executed experience, whether you're planning a fundraiser, life event, or school function. This class will give you a  fast-paced overview teaching the hands-on, practical skills and planning tools needed for a successful event. Learn tricks of the trade on picking the right type of event or activity, location, food, decorations, invitations, entertainment, and cleanup procedures. Gain valuable insight into volunteer management. Through lectures, group discussions, and practical exercises, students will obtain the tools needed to produce successful special events. Each student will focus on his or her own area of interest and develop a comprehensive event plan under the guidance of the instructor.

Helena Weiss-Duman is the assistant director of university events and ceremonies at UC Berkeley. Professionally, she has produced a wide range of events including graduations, reunions, galas, walk-a-thons, seminars, fundraisers, and board meetings. In her spare time, she enjoys planning neighborhood block parties, nonprofit fundraisers, family celebrations, and birthday parties for her own children.

Digital Photography Made Easy

If you purchased a digital camera and could use some tips on using it, you’ve come to the right place. This class will cover:

Come to class with your camera and photos to show the class.

Colin Pejman, graphics designer at Chabot College, has an extensive knowledge of digital cameras and other high-tech equipment.

Work as an Extra in Films and TV

Did you ever wonder how all those “extras” got into commercials or movies? You don’t have to move to New York or Los Angeles to be one of them. If you have an interest in performing, you can earn money doing “extra” work right in the Bay Area-it’s perfect for people with flexible schedules like students, teachers, homemakers, and retirees. Veteran actor Jack Dunstan will teach you the “tricks of the trade,” including basic rules and requirements of being a background actor, how to put together your resume, how to get a headshot, how to find auditions, how to market yourself, how to hear of upcoming productions, and how to find work with talent agents and casting directors. You’ll be given a chance to practice on-camera, watch the playback, and be given an evaluation and a constructive critique.

Materials required: Please bring a blank VHS videotape.

Materials fee: $20, payable to the instructor, for a comprehensive workbook that contains a step-by-step career outline. 

Jack Dunstan is a professional actor and model based in the Bay Area and has worked on stage, in films, and on television. He is a member of the Screen Actors Guild and has appeared most recently as an extra in the films High Crimes, Matrix 2, Blackout, and his favorite-Princess Diaries.

Car Care for Everyone

This course is for the average car owner who is unaware of what goes on beneath the hood. Through lecture and demonstration, you’ll get an overview of major components and systems of your car, including the engine, fuel, electrical, drive train, brakes, and suspension systems. You’ll also learn basic preventative maintenance to keep your car running smoothly and save money. The instructor will also give you tips on how to avoid getting “ripped off” when something goes wrong with your car. Ages 13 to adults. (There will be plenty of free handouts, including a tire gauge and other materials, courtesy of Vic Hubbard Auto Supply in Hayward.)

Manuel Franko teaches auto technology and is an auto mechanic in San Leandro.

Travel Articles That Sell

If you’re in the process of planning a vacation and trying to figure out how you’ll pay for it, why not consider writing about your experience. Nothing sells as well or as widely as travel articles. If you know the tricks and can match words to sites, this is an excellent field for both beginners and for writers in other fields. topics will include:

Materials fee: $20, payable to instructor, for comprehensive workbook written by the instructor including all the “do’s” and “don’t’s” of traveling writing.

Gordon Burgett has more than 1,600 articles and 23 books in print, including The Travel Writer’s Guide, Sell and Resell Your Magazine Articles, and Publishing to Niche Markets.

How to Sell 75% of Your Freelance Writing

Most beginning writers can’t sell 5% of their writing, yet professionals can't write fast enough to keep up with the demand. The difference is in the marketing. Beginners write, then try to sell. Pros sell, then write! If you're not selling almost everything you write for magazines and newspapers, you should register for this class.

The instructor draws from his own book, How to Sell 75 % of Your Freelance Writing, for the core information, plus adds 30+ years of professional experience, including 1,700 freelance articles in print. This workshop focuses on nonfiction articles and books and explains how to use the professional system with predictably lucrative results. Topics include: 

Gordon Burgett

How to Publish Your Own Material

In this informative and entertaining class, you'll learn everything you need to know to create your own books, booklets, and audio products. The class will show you how to: