Offerings
A Tour of Beers

Saturday, May 20, 2023, CUL 118
A+ Garden: Composting & Vermicomposting
Do you want to have healthy garden soil without spending lots of money on fertilizers? Learn how to build your own compost system and create a valuable organic soil amendment from waste in your home and yard! This class will give you the keys to successful composting!
Saturday, April 1, 2023, HCC 0230
Saturday, April 1, 2023, HCC 0230
A+ Garden: Pollinator Gardens & Rain Gardens
Do you want to make your yard beautiful and beneficial to pollinating insects and birds? Do you want to capture water runoff to filter pollutants or create more wildlife habitat? Or do you want to increase the amount of fruit you harvest from your garden? This class will help students understand different designs for pollinator gardens and rain gardens, and determine which plants will work best to benefit both the ecosystem and the health and beauty of your garden!
Monday, April 10, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
Monday, April 10, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
Art of Acting
Immerse yourself in the Art of Acting! In this Master Class, join award-winning film and theater actor, director, and producer Derek Sitter, and discover the basic and advanced fundamentals of the acting craft. You will dive into the very specific methods used in the acting study to gain crucial knowledge to understand what it takes to be great. "Growth as an actor and a human being are synonymous." - Stella Adler
October 12, 2023 to November 16, 2023, CHLAB 301
October 12, 2023 to November 16, 2023, CHLAB 301
Backyard Birdwatchers
If you're just getting started with birdwatching, look no further! In this class you'll learn what sort of equipment might be helpful, safe and ethical bird feeding, some common backyard birds to look for, and other useful tips and resources.
Monday, April 3, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
Monday, April 3, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
Beekeeping for Beginners
Did you know that bees are responsible for one-third of every bite of food that goes into your mouth, and that the honeybee is actually an endangered species? You can help! In this class, join local Master Beekeeper Jimmy Wilkie to learn all about the basics of beekeeping in Central Oregon. This class will give you the knowledge you need to get started as a beekeeper, to support our natural environment, and to help grow the vital and endangered honeybee population!
April 17-26, 2023, CHLAB 301
April 17-26, 2023, CHLAB 301
Beer Brewing Sensory Analysis

October 19-26, 2023, CUL 118
Cauliflower Four Ways

Saturday, May 13, 2023, CUL 119
Create Your Own Spring Basket!

Saturday, April 1, 2023, BEC 0152
Saturday, April 1, 2023, BEC 0152
Decadent Dairy-Free Sauces

Saturday, June 3, 2023, CUL 119
DIY Construction Framing Basics Made Easy

June 3-10, 2023, RTEC 123
DIY Home Electrical Made Easy

May 6-13, 2023, RTEC 123
Growing Medicinal Herbs in Central Oregon
Are you interested in starting a medicinal herb garden or adding herbs to your current garden? This is the class for you! Central Oregon is a challenging growing environment, but many medicinal herbs thrive here. This class will include a field trip to see the plants up close and explore their growing requirements. Join us and learn all about how you can grow your own medicinal herbs at home!
June 7-10, 2023, BEC 0152
June 7-10, 2023, BEC 0152
Herbal Remedies: Medicine Making 101

Wednesday, August 16, 2023, BEC 0152
Herbal Strategies: Increasing Digestive Health

Wednesday, October 11, 2023, BEC 0152
High Desert Gardening Basics

April 11-13, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
I Like Lichens!
Have you ever thought about lichens? You've probably seen these unusual life forms growing on trees, rocks, even buildings. But what is a lichen, and what makes it so incredible? Join certified Oregon Master Naturalist Rebecca Lexa to learn about lichen biology, the role of lichens in the ecosystem, and some lichens you may see in the Pacific Northwest. You will come away with a new appreciation for these incredible organisms!
Wednesday, May 31, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
Wednesday, November 29, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
Wednesday, May 31, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
Wednesday, November 29, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
Incredible Vegan Breakfasts

Sunday, April 16, 2023, CUL 117
Intro to Ikebana: Traditional Japanese Art of Flower Arranging

April 16, 2023 to May 7, 2023, BEC 0152
Introduction to Interior Design Online Course

This course contains no sessions at this time.
Click here to register online through Ed2Go
Introduction to iPads
This course offers an in depth look at all the things we can do on our iPad. By the end of this course students will be able to secure the information on their iPad and navigate through applications and web browsers safely and learn the differences between iPad and a smartphone.
May 15-25, 2023, CHLAB 301
May 15-25, 2023, CHLAB 301
Introduction to Smartphones

April 17-27, 2023, CHLAB 301
Mushroom Foraging for Beginners
Mushroom foraging is a popular pursuit in the Northwest. Learn where to search for edible mushrooms and how to identify common wild mushrooms and poisonous species. Discover more facts about fungi in your backyard! Please note this class has some crossover material with the general foraging class.
Tuesday, June 6, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
Wednesday, August 16, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
Tuesday, June 6, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
Wednesday, August 16, 2023, ONLINE ZOOM
On the Trail: Leave No Trace Principles
Would you like to become a more responsible and environmentally conscious hiker? In this class, outdoor enthusiast Emily Walbridge will cover the seven Leave No Trace principles and how they relate to hiking. Learn how to practice Leave No Trace principles at home and in your community, reduce your carbon footprint, and support organizations that promote sustainable outdoor recreation. No prior experience is necessary, just a love of the outdoors and a desire to learn!
Friday, October 20, 2023, Shevlin Park
Friday, October 20, 2023, Shevlin Park
On the Trail: Winter Hiking Basics
Would you like to expand your outdoor skills and tackle new challenges in winter months? In this class, join outdoor enthusiast Emily Walbridge to learn the fundamentals of winter hiking! This class is perfect for those who are interested in exploring the great outdoors during the winter season and want to learn how to do so safely. No prior experience is necessary, just a love of the outdoors and a desire to learn!
Friday, October 13, 2023, Shevlin Park
Friday, October 13, 2023, Shevlin Park
Posh Pescatarian Cooking: A Full Series
Eat light, and healthy, and learn new ways to incorporate delicious fish into your diet. In this 3-part pescatarian series, you will learn to cook fish using different techniques and regional flavors, from steaming the French style "en papillote" to grilling salmon filets in your backyard to impressing your family and friends with fresh sautéed sea scallops like they do in Italy! All styles are sure to make cooking and eating fish enjoyable! Students may register for any of the stand-alone classes, or the full series at a discounted price.
April 22, 2023 to May 20, 2023, CUL 117
April 22, 2023 to May 20, 2023, CUL 117
Posh Pescatarian Cooking: Fish en Papillote
Eat light, and healthy, and learn new ways to incorporate delicious fish into your diet. In the first, in a series of three classes, you will learn to steam fish in a paper bag, known by the French term, fish en papillote. Fish will be market availability and served alongside vegetables and rice.
Saturday, April 22, 2023, CUL 117
Saturday, April 22, 2023, CUL 117
Posh Pescatarian Cooking: Grilled Salmon
Eat light, and healthy, and learn new ways to incorporate delicious fish into your diet. In the second, in a series of three classes, you will learn to grill salmon like a backyard grill master. Salmon will be served with a homemade lemon and tarragon aioli and grilled vegetables.
Saturday, May 6, 2023, CUL 117
Saturday, May 6, 2023, CUL 117
Posh Pescatarian Cooking: Sautéed Sea Scallops
Eat light, and healthy, and learn new ways to incorporate delicious fish into your diet. In the third, in a series of three classes, you will learn to sauté fresh sea scallops. Using this high heat method, learn to make sweet scallops and classic Italian risotto with crispy capers and lemon.
Saturday, May 20, 2023, CUL 117
Saturday, May 20, 2023, CUL 117
Shop Local: Farmers Market to Table
Join Chef Candy on a trip to NW Crossing's Farmers Market to explore the summer's bounty and bring it back to COCC to plan and cook a fabulous meal, along with a lesson on fish cookery. Then enjoy the fruits of your labor with a family style meal, outdoors on our patio!*** transportation to the market and back is provided by COCC
Saturday, June 24, 2023, CUL 117
Saturday, June 24, 2023, CUL 117
Totally Tomatoes! Growing Tips for Central Oregon

Saturday, April 15, 2023, CHLAB 301
Wood-Fired Pizza
This class is becoming a summertime tradition here at COCC! Join Chef Candy in making homemade pizza in our outdoor pizza oven, along with an assortment of toppings. Bring an apron and take-home containers for your left-over creations.
Saturday, July 1, 2023, CUL 117
Saturday, July 1, 2023, CUL 117
Woodworking-All Levels: River Tables
Are you a hand-tool or power-tool user interested in learning new woodworking skills? This class is for you! Students will learn new skills or enhance existing skills to create a personal project. Shop safety, tool sharpening, tool use and maintenance, wood selection, and more will also be discussed. This course is suited for students with any level of woodworking experience.
April 5, 2023 to May 24, 2023, SHS
April 5, 2023 to May 24, 2023, SHS