Central Oregon Community College

ENG 104z: Introduction to Fiction

The study of fiction invites us to enter imaginative narratives and confront the challenges of being human. English 104Z provides opportunities for the appreciation of fiction, including deeper awareness of craft and insight into how reading fiction can lead to self-enrichment. Students read a variety of types of fiction, from diverse perspectives and eras, and develop their skills in discussion, literary analysis, and critical thinking. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.
June 22, 2026 to August 26, 2026, PRI 130

Essential Communication & Math Skills - GED Prep in Prineville

Adult Basic Skills (ABS) GED Preparation Classes
Improve your skills in reading, writing, speaking, and math for college credit classes, the GED Exam, and work.
June 23, 2026 to August 27, 2026, PRI 120

Gentle Yoga and Mat Pilates

Experience the perfect balance of strength and serenity in this blended Gentle Yoga and Mat Pilates class. Performed on a yoga mat to fully support your body and movement, this class focuses on building core strength, improving balance and coordination, enhancing muscle tone and increasing flexibility. Designed with beginners in mind, the class also offers thoughtful modifications and progressions to appropriately challenge intermediate and advanced students. Pilates-based core work is seamlessly woven into a gentle yoga flow, creating a healing sequence of movement and breath that reduces stress and releases tension while improving mobility and stability.
June 30, 2026 to August 27, 2026, PRI 119

Mapmaking With Watercolor Youth Camp

Create your own adventure map of Central Oregon! Using beginner-friendly watercolor techniques, students will learn how to layer color and design map elements while learning to highlight trails, mountains, rivers, and favorite outdoor spots. Campers will explore creativity, practice observation skills and build confidence using watercolor and sketching tools. Each student will take home their original and framed illustrated map at the end of camp. Ages 10-15.
July 20-21, 2026, PRI 127

Perfect Summer Baking: From Pies to Cobblers

Despite the heat, summer is a wonderful time to bake. With an abundance of beautiful fruits in season, nothing pairs better than sugar, dough and spice. In this hands-on class, you'll practice essential baking techniques while creating light, seasonal desserts perfect for warm-weather gatherings. From zesty key lime pie to cloud-like angel food cake and rustic, bubbling cobblers, these desserts are guaranteed to shine at your next BBQ or pool party.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, PRI 127

Theater Arts Youth Camp

There's no business like show business! Imagine a week filled with learning about theater, writing a script and participating in a performance at the end of the week. There is no theater experience necessary to join the fun and be a part of a group that makes their own story come alive on stage. Parents/caregivers are invited to join the last 30 minutes of the final day of camp to see the play in action. Ages 10-15.
July 27-31, 2026, PRI 119

Italian Dinners Youth Camp

Mangia, mangia! The Italian Dinners youth camps takes the mystery out of homemade pasta and puts the f-u-n into making your own pizza from scratch. In addition to having fun, this camp aims to empower students in the kitchen with the confidence to be able to make their own meals from start to finish. At the end of camp, students will be saying, "put your feet up, I'm cooking tonight!" Taught by Brian Kerr, Director of the cascade Culinary Institute at COCC. Recipe book to take home included. The kitchen is not gluten or peanut free. Please indicate known allergies in the checkout process when prompted. Ages 10-15.
July 27-29, 2026, PRI 127

Bread Bonanza Youth Camp

Bread is a staple food around the world and can be made in so many delicious ways. Bread's most vital ingredient - yeast - is used every day as students learn to make different braided breads every day like challah bread, cardamom bread, and sweet rolls. Dive into the wonderful world of bread with this hands-on camp taught by Brian Kerr, Director of the Cascade Culinary Institute at COCC. Recipe book to take home included. The kitchen is not gluten or peanut free. Please indicate known allergies in the checkout process when prompted. Ages 10-15.
July 27-29, 2026, PRI 127

Sewing: Fashion Exploration Youth Camp

Join a fashion workshop this summer for 4 days of fashion exploration! Students will learn how to use a sewing machine and serger, learn about personal style, fashion silhouettes, illustration, textiles and pattern drafting with draping on a mannequin. Students can experiment with many different techniques and tools, or focus on creating their own original design. Each student will work in their own sketchbook that they will take home at the end of camp to continue developing as a portfolio. This fashion workshop provides all the equipment and supplies, and respects each unique student's learning preferences. Ages 10-15.
August 10-13, 2026, PRI 119

Day in the Outdoors: Think Wild Youth Camp

In partnership with Think Wild, this one-day camp provides a day of learning about the incredible connections between animals, habitats and people. This hands-on camp invites students to explore a local park with up close learning about habitat restoration, native species and the special ecosystem of Central Oregon. From beavers, to birds, to wildlife and more, this camp invites curious minds and a sense of adventure. Ages 10-15.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026, PRI 120

Shapes of Oregon: Creative Collages Youth Camp

Explore Oregon through color, texture and imagination! In this creative collage camp, students will use pre-cut papers, patterns and layered shapes to design their own bold landscape inspired by Central Oregon's mountains, forest and skies. Campers will learn how to combine colors, build depth and arrange shapes to create a scene that feels vibrant and full of life. With hands-on guidance and room for personal style, every student will assemble a framed collage to take home. Ages 10-15.
August 17-18, 2026, PRI 127

Adventure Writing Youth Camp

Embark on an unforgettable journey with new friends in our youth adventure writing camp! Experience the thrill of bringing your imagination to life through dynamic writing exercises and interactive activities designed to ignite your creativity. Join us as we explore the many realms, from fantasy to sci-fi to our own internal worlds. From crafting your own unique tales and epic quests, to bringing your own unique characters to life, this camp is a playground for exploration and discovery, and connecting with others who love writing just as much as you do. Ages 10-15.
August 18-20, 2026, PRI 119

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