Upcoming Courses

Offerings

Backpacking 101: Start Your Adventure

Spend more time outside! Bridge the gap between day trips and experiencing the wilderness overnight in time for the peak local backpacking months of June through September. Learn all you need to be skilled, safe and successful on overnight to multi-day backcountry trips in the Pacific Northwest. You will learn about planning, gear, nutrition, tips and tricks to help make overnights comfortable in the wilderness.

June 22-24, 2026 | 6:00pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

Baking: Savory Treats

Discover the delicious world of savory baking! In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to make quiche, galettes, scones and other flavorful treats that go far beyond the sweet side of the kitchen. Explore the techniques behind versatile doughs, experiment with fresh herbs, cheeses and seasonal vegetables, and enjoy the fun (and a little bit of mess!) that comes with creating your own savory masterpieces. There's nothing quite like the moment everyone pulls their warm creations from the oven. Join us in the baking kitchen and dive into the joy of savory baking!

May 2-3, 2026 | 10:00am-2:00pm PDT | Bend

DIY: Construction Framing Basics Made Easy

Using a mixture of lecture and hands-on application, your expert instructor will guide you through the importance of using scale and design before building, foundation basics, the components of a typical wall framing system, framing and truss layout and roof system basics. You'll learn how to safely use construction tools and tricks of the trade for basic construction for homeowners. Great for students who want to learn about home/project-based construction. Tools provided. Students will need to provide their own construction-appropriate gloves.                

May 16-17, 2026 | 8:00am-2:00pm PDT | Redmond

DIY: Home Electrical Made Easy

Take the confusion and risk out of DIY electrical projects. Learn safe and code-compliant electrical skills from your expert instructor. In this hands-on workshop, participants will be sizing circuits, troubleshooting, learning to change breakers and sizing wire and wiring basic circuits with lights, outlets, 3-way switches and more!

April 25-26, 2026 | 9:00am-1:00pm PDT | Redmond

Exploring Cyanotype Toning with Botanicals

This exploratory workshop introduces participants to the world of alternative photo processes focusing on cyanotypes. Cyanotypes use the sun to create images on paper that can be toned with plants to create a host of different colors. Students will learn how to create cyanotypes with photograms and/or digital negatives and then use various plants to tone their creations.

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | 9:00am-2:00pm PDT | Bend

Growing and Utilizing Medicinal Herbs in Central Oregon

Central Oregon is a challenging growing environment, but many medicinal herbs seem to love it here. This class will explore medicinal garden designs, gardening and propagation techniques and recommend herbs for this region. We will explore individual herbs and what they are used for. The trip also includes a field trip to Oregon Wild Harvest, a medicinal herb farm in Culver. Students are responsible for transportation to the field session.

June 3-6, 2026 | 5:30pm-8:30pm PDT | Bend

Intro to Interior Design Online

Learn to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and functional rooms. This course will give you the knowledge to design a room floor to ceiling with understanding of color theory, industry trends, special arrangements, floor plans, design ideas, and interior design basics.

Click here to register online through Ed2Go

Leatherworking: Cuff Bracelet and Earrings

Learn the art and craft of leatherworking in this hands-on workshop! Students will learn how to design, stamp and paint two, separate projects: a cuff bracelet and a pair of earrings. At the end of the class, you will know the best ways to effectively stamp leather using leather tools, what paints to use to make your designs stand out, how to finish the leather and how to set rivets. All tools and materials are included.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 | 1:00pm-4:00pm PDT | Bend

Leatherworking: No-Sew Small Crossbody Bag

Did you know you can create an entire leather bag without one stitch of sewing? In this No-Sew Small Crossbody Bag workshop, you will learn how to cut out leather, punch holes, weave leather, set rivets and add a closure. By the end of the class, you will be able to take home a fully-functional and cute-as-heck small, crossbody bag and a bonus coin purse to go with it. The crossbody bag made in this class is different than previous classes: it is smaller. All tools and materials are included.

This course contains no sessions at this time.

Macramé: Let's Get a Little Bit Knotty!

Macramé is an easy method for crafting textile pieces that can be both functional and beautiful and more importantly, fun to create! In this class, crafter Melanie Bills will teach essential macramé knows and design techniques that form the foundation of countless creative projects. As a group, students will learn and complete one, small macramé project together (think: a keychain or a bracelet), learning the key knots and patterns that can be adapted to create other craft projects like earrings and charms. All supplies provided, and no experience necessary.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 10:00am-12:30pm PDT | Bend

Metal Arts Workshop: Build a Bezel

Learn the foundational skills of bezel setting and create your own beautiful, custom jewelry piece! In this hands-on class, you'll explore essential jewelry techniques including filing, sanding, sizing, forming, hammering, finishing and more. No experience necessary, just bring your curiosity and creativity!

This course contains no sessions at this time.

Metal Arts: Beginning Jewelry Techniques- Cut Out Bracelet and Stone Set Pendant

In this hands-on, beginner-friendly metalsmithing course for adults, you'll develop essential skills in hand-tool use, soldering, and metal fabrication. Through guided instruction and studio time, you'll complete two personalized projects: a cut-out metal bracelet and a stone-set pendant. Along the way, you'll explore historical and contemporary jewelry practices while learning techniques such as cutting, filing, forming, texturing, and bezel setting. Choose from brass or copper, both included in the class cost. Sterling silver will also be available for in-class purchase if you'd like to upgrade your materials. No experience necessary, just bring your creativity and willingness to learn!

May 5-26, 2026 | 5:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

Photography 104: Advanced Field Techniques and Advanced Editing

Learn advanced outdoor photography techniques from professional photographer, Steve Giardini. Techniques covered include panorama, near-far focus bracketing (stacking), exposure bracketing, hyperlocal distance skills and associated editing techniques. This course is designed for photo enthusiasts who have a strong understanding of essential camera operations and exposure management concepts such as aperture, shutter speed, ISO, the exposure triangle and histogram. The course includes two in-field practical sessions. Students must arrange their own transportation to the field sessions.

June 2-16, 2026 | 5:00pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

Radio DJ - Adult Orientation Session

Interested in going 'on-air' or learning about what DJ's do? In this hands-on course, learn the fundamentals of radio programming, including running the mixer and mics, planning for music/talk shows and developing your own style. Classes are open to all, but due to severely limited space, participants should have a genuine interest in becoming a radio show host or content producer with KPOV.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 9:00am-11:30am PDT | Bend

Sewing: Upcycle a Coat or Blanket!

Bring an old textile and let's make it brand new and something you are proud to wear! Fashion Workshop will provide all the sewing and serger machines, cutting tools and mats, an iron and other notions like thread and buttons or snaps to choose from. You only have to rustle up an old blank, quilt, heavy drapes or other textile to work with. This class emphasizes creative connection and reducing waste in a fashionable way!

May 26-28, 2026 | 10:00am-2:00pm PDT | Redmond

Strengthen Bones Without Medication

Worried about thinning bones? You can strengthen your bones at any age using proven strategies without medication. Bone loss can be slowed, stopped and sometimes partially reversed through practical, realistic approaches that may include diet, supplements, physical activity and posture habits. Your instructor brings both professional insight and personal experience, having improved her own bone health from advanced osteopenia to normal bone density.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | 10:30am-12:00pm PDT | Bend

Totally Tomatoes! Growing Tips for Central Oregon

Tomatoes are the most popular garden crop in the U.S., yet tomatoes are considered by many Central Oregon gardeners to be notoriously difficult to grow. In truth, tomatoes, like all plants, have basic requirements that can be met, even in our high desert climate. This class will give you the tools to grow tomatoes more successfully!

Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 10:00am-12:30pm PDT | Bend

Wildcrafting Central Oregon Herbs

Wondering what medicinal herbs grow in Central Oregon? This class will teach us how to identify and use medicinal plants. We will learn about how to ethically wildcraft herbs, which herbs are poisonous, and how Native People traditionally used plants. This class includes a lecture on local plants and culminates in a trip to Lookout Mountain to identify plants in their native habitat. The hike is moderate 3.0-3.5, with gains between 1,000-1,500 ft in elevation. Students are responsible for their own transportation to field location.

June 22-25, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

Wine Tasting: Pinot Noir from Around the World

Often called the "heartbreak grape" for its delicate nature, Pinot Noir can express a remarkable range of styles depending on where it's grown. This tasting class aims to sip through four different Pinot Noir wines, each from a different region including Burgundy, Oregon, California and New Zealand. Whether you're a curious beginner or an experienced enthusiast, this exploration of Pinot Noir encourages students to be confident in their own personal wine choices in a fun and engaging environment. Light appetizers included. Must be 21+ to register.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

Wine Tasting: Wines of Spain

Spain's history of making wine is as diverse as the country itself. This tasting class aims to explore four different regions in Spain by sipping through two white wines and two red wines in a fun and engaging environment that encourages students to be confident in their own personal wine choices. Take a tasting tour around Spain and learn about the various climates and cultures that make it an internationally beloved wine-producing country! Light appetizers included. Must be 21+ to register.

Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend