Offerings

5 Years to Retirement

Prepare for retirement and learn key steps to creating a reliable, long-term income stream. We will discuss Social Security optimization, tax management techniques, risk management, and investment strategies to both protect and grow your income during retirement. Don't get caught unprepared for retirement.

May 20-22, 2025 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

Advanced Spanish Special Studies: Music

Develop your comprehension skills, grammar base, and passion for the Spanish language with music. Using a different song each week, this contextually rooted and culturally rich medium will guide you through the practice of speaking Spanish and incorporating it into your everyday life. New materials are added each session, so returning students are always welcome. Recommended preparation: Intermediate to Advanced Spanish language skills.

April 28, 2025 to May 19, 2025 | 12:00pm-1:00pm PDT | Online

Be a 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 and enrollment, participants should have a genuine interest in becoming a DJ, sound producer, or editor for KPOV.

Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 9:00am-11:30am PDT | Bend

Beekeeping for Beginners

Did you know that bees are responsible for one-third of every bite of food that goes into your mouth? Honeybee populations have experienced a sharp decline in some regions. You can help! In this class, join local Master Beekeeper Jimmy Wilkie to learn all about the basics of beekeeping in Central Oregon. You will learn basic honey bee biology, understand how and why honey bees do what they do, identify the different products of the beehive, and talk about the benefits of bee products and how they can be used in our everyday lives. Explore what it takes to become a beekeeper, including a discussion of the tools, gear, and hive equipment (cost, where to get bees, location, and more), and learn about how best to support the natural progression of a hive throughout the year. 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 honeybee population!

April 7-14, 2025 | 5:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

Bird Identification: Sights and Sounds

Want to know more about our winged friends living their lives around us? This course is for beginning birders or birders with some experience who wish to improve their visual and/or aural identification skills. We will focus on common residents and migrants in Central Oregon. There will be one indoor classroom session in which we'll begin to learn our focal bird species. Then, there will be one outdoor birding session in the field (at a Bend area park) in which we'll practice observing birds with binoculars and detecting their vocalizations with our ears. Students must provide binoculars, and self-transport to field session location, a local Bend park, to be determined.

May 15-18, 2025 | 6:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

Bird Watching For Beginners

Birds are some of the easiest wildlife to observe, even in urban areas. But how can you tell which is which? Join certified Oregon Master Naturalist, Rebecca Lexa, to learn how to tell your thrushes from your warblers, hawks from eagles, waterfowl from wading birds, and more. Whether you are a backyard bird watcher or a more adventurous bird watcher, this is a great course to get you started.

Monday, June 30, 2025 | 6:00pm-8:30pm PDT | Online

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 17-18, 2025 | 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 26-27, 2025 | 9:00am-1:00pm PDT | Redmond

Ham Radio Technician Licensing

Amateur Radio (ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings people, electronics, and communication together. Before you can get on air, you need to be licensed and understand the rules to operate legally. This course will help you prepare to pass the Ham Radio Licensed Technician test, and obtain your license, so you can begin your journey into ham radio. The curriculum is primarily guided self-study and is approved by the Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL) and the FCC. The class will end at 4pm with a 45-minute licensing test.

This course contains no sessions at this time.

HHPA 145 : Pickleball I

This course focuses on skill development for beginning pickleball players. Students will learn through various drills and court games. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

April 1, 2025 to June 5, 2025 | 10:00am-11:20am PDT | Bend

HHPA 177: Swimming Fundamentals

This course focuses on basic swim instruction for individuals with limited to no swim experience. Learn basic swim skills (floating, breathing techniques, and flutter kicking), swimming theory concepts, and strokes (front and back crawl and breaststroke) at your own pace. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

April 1, 2025 to June 12, 2025 | 2:30pm-3:50pm PDT | Bend

HHPA 199 : Pickleball II

This course is for students with a basic knowledge of pickleball who want to improve their skills and understanding of the game. The focus is refining shot techniques, learning more advanced strategies, and improving overall court awareness. Students will work on shot accuracy and power and apply more complex tactics for singles and doubles. Game analysis and feedback will help students enhance their competitive edge, preparing them for more advanced play. This is a non-credit Community Education course. You will not receive college credit.

April 1, 2025 to June 5, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:20pm PDT | Bend

HHPA 199 : Pickleball III

This advanced-level pickleball course is designed for students who have mastered scoring, fundamental strategies, and a variety of shots. The course emphasizes competitive play and focuses on game analysis, strategic decision-making, and refining shot selection under different game conditions. Students will enhance their ability to anticipate opponents' moves, improve consistency, and execute advanced tactics through drills, match play, and structured feedback. By the end of the course, students will develop a deeper understanding of competitive play dynamics, positioning, and shot precision, preparing them for higher-level recreational or tournament play. This is a non-credit Community Education course. You will no receive college credit.

April 1, 2025 to June 5, 2025 | 3:00pm-4:20pm PDT | Bend

HHPA 199: Intro Mindfulness and Meditation

This introductory mindfulness course teaches students meditation techniques and how to apply mindfulness principles to daily life. Students will develop skills to manage thoughts, emotions, and sensations while enhancing mind-body awareness and exploring mindfulness theory and research. The course is suitable for both beginners and those seeking to refine their practice, with a mix of lectures, practice, and discussion. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

March 31, 2025 to June 11, 2025 | 10:00am-11:20pm PDT | Bend

HUM 263: Popular Culture - Detective Stories

This course is a historical study of crime stories and the detective figure as revealed in popular culture through genres such as fiction, film, television, comics, and journalism. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

April 1, 2025 to June 5, 2025 | 5:45pm-7:35pm PDT | Prineville
April 1, 2025 to June 5, 2025 | 3:15pm-5:05pm PDT | Redmond

HUM 269: Popular Culture - Graphic Novels

This course Examines the role of comic books and graphic novels as cultural and artistic creations in popular culture and literature. Identifies a vocabulary for discussing, explaining, writing, and analyzing comics. Explores relevant social and historical events in the development of comics. May include comics to film comparisons or principal author studies. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

March 31, 2025 to June 2, 2025 | 10:15am-12:05pm PDT | Bend

Making the Most of Your Social Security

Learn what you need to know to make the most of your Social Security before it's too late!

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Madras

Metolius River Watershed Speaker Series: Learn About Your Home Waters

The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council is coordinating a six-part informational speaker series about the Metolius River and its watershed. Learn about the Metolius River and its history, hydrology, water quality, habitat conditions, native fish, recreation and conservation, and stream restoration. There are five classroom sessions, and one full-day field trip.

February 4, 2025 to April 11, 2025 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PST | Sister

Mountain Biking: Beginners

Discover the thrill of mountain biking in a fun and supportive environment! This beginner-friendly course covers essential biking skills, trail safety, and basic bike maintenance to help you ride with confidence. Learn proper body positioning, braking techniques, and how to navigate different terrains while practicing on beginner-friendly trails. Whether you're new to the sport or looking to improve your skills, this course will get you ready for your next adventure on two wheels! Students are responsible for self-transport to the field. All sessions are held at Phil's Mountain Bike Trailhead.

May 21, 2025 to June 11, 2025 | 10:00am-12:30pm PDT | Bend
May 24, 2025 to June 14, 2025 | 10:00am-12:30pm PDT | Bend

OL 194AA: Avalanche Level l & Rescue

This course introduces the various factors that contribute to avalanche hazard including terrain, weather, snowpack, and the human component (good vs. bad decision making). Avalanche safety equipment such as transceivers, probes and shovels are also presented, with instruction on how to use each of these critical pieces of safety gear. Field time is spent on: 1) developing rescue skills, including transceiver search techniques (single and multiple burial), probing and shoveling; 2) snowpack assessment; and 3) safe travel practices / group travel skills. Upon successful completion of our courses, students receive a certificate of completion in accordance with the American Avalanche Association. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

April 3-20, 2025 | 5:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

OL 251: Wilderness First Aid

This course is designed to provide the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to care for an injured or suddenly ill person in a remote location. The methods and protocols presented follow the Wilderness Medical Society guidelines for a 16 hour certification and are specific to a wilderness setting. The Wilderness Medical Society defines wilderness as a remote geographical location more than one hour from definitive care. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

April 17-20, 2025 | 6:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

Personal Retirement Analysis Workshop

Create a personal retirement analysis through rare access to one of the best financial planning programs in the industry, guided by a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®. Clarify your current path and learn critical concepts to maximize your retirement dollars and align your financial goals with your values. Walk away with clarity and understanding of your unique situation, and personal retirement plan. This course is best suited for those considering retirement in the next few years, or already retired.

April 22-24, 2025 | 6:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

PNW Geology

What are you standing on? The Pacific Northwest is full of geological history of all sorts, from volcanoes to floods to ancient islands from far off in the ocean. Learn about some of the forces that created our region's landforms, and resources to go exploring on your own!

This course contains no sessions at this time.

Poetry Month: Environmental Poetry for Earth Day

Celebrate Poetry Month and Earth Day by writing and revising your own environmental poems. Join Irene Cooper for a workshop in which you'll "grow" new poems and learn techniques for how to shape and revise them. Read examples and practice some of the many ways you can capture the dynamics and issues of our world in a well-crafted poem.

Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm PDT | Bend

Reiki Level I

Reiki is a simple, natural, and safe method of healing and self-improvement that everyone can learn and use! In this class, learn about the history of Reiki, how to use it to promote healing for yourself and others, and practice giving and receiving Reiki. Students will receive a beautiful Reiki Level 1 manual and a personalized Reiki First Degree Certificate of Completion. This class qualifies for 5 Continuing Education hands-on contact hours for Oregon LMTs.

Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 10:00am-4:00pm PDT | Bend

Stroke 101: Stroke Awareness and Prevention

With a grant from the Central Oregon Health Council, Stroke Awareness Oregon has created a new community education program for Stroke awareness and prevention. The one-hour presentation covers the causes of stroke, how to spot the signs of stroke, what to do about it, stroke prevention, and life after a stroke.

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT | Redmond
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | 5:30pm-6:30pm PDT | Bend

The East Cascades Ecoregion

The dry side of Oregon offers incredible opportunities to learn about the animals, plants, and other beings that have adapted to living there. Join certified Oregon Master Naturalist, Rebecca Lexa, to learn how geology, hydrology, and climate come together to create a unique set of challenges and resources for living beings on the east side of the Cascade range.

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 | 6:00pm-7:30pm PDT | Online

Upper Deschutes Watershed Speaker Series: Learn About Your Home Waters

The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council is coordinating a six-part informational speaker series about the Upper Deschutes watershed. Learn about your watershed, water use, water conservation efforts, and fish and wildlife in the Upper Deschutes watershed. There are five classroom sessions, and one full-day field trip.

April 10, 2025 to June 13, 2025 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Sunriver

Write Like A Dog: A New Point of View

In this workshop you will take on the perspective of animals rather than humans, using a dog as your muse. Through writing exercises, discussion, and readings, explore the writing process and gain a better understanding of writing from another point of view entirely not your own.

May 3-4, 2025 | 1:00pm-3:00pm PDT | Bend