Sessions in Redmond

Conversational Spanish II

Conversational Spanish II will pick up where Conversational Spanish I left off. This course is for novice students with some Spanish language instruction. Students will spend time in class expanding grammar, conversational expressions and vocabulary as well as working on listening and speaking skills through a variety of activities. This course is taught primarily in Spanish, with some English to support learner's comprehension.
September 16, 2026 to November 25, 2026, RDM1 105

Contractors CCB Test Prep

Contractors CCB Test Prep
Contractors must take a 16-hour state-approved course to satisfy the educational requirement for Oregon construction contractor licensing. Take this two-day live class to prepare for the state-mandated test (not included) to become a licensed contractor.
December 4-5, 2026, RTEC 138
January 29-30, 2027, RTEC 138
March 5-6, 2027, RTEC 138

Conversational Spanish III

Take your Spanish-speaking skills to a higher level in this intermediate language class. Build confidence in daily conversation and gain additional vocabulary and communication skills. Students and instructor will converse primarily in Spanish to give a full immersion experience and to train students to hear the language as well as speak it. Students must have completed Conversational Spanish II or have had recent Spanish language experience. In this class, we will cover present and past tenses.
January 13, 2027 to March 17, 2027, RDM1 105

Proactive Retirement Planning: Essential Steps from Mid-Career to Medicare

Take control of your financial future! Designed specifically for mid-career individuals, this two-week workshop provides clear, actionable strategies to confidently prepare for retirement. Learn to maximize workplace retirement plans (401(k), 403(b), PERS), strategically eliminate debt, optimize Social Security and Medicare enrollment and create a sustainable retirement budget. We'll also discuss how to manage out-of-state pensions and retirement accounts from previous employers. Walk away empowered with a personalized retirement roadmap and the practical tools to achieve financial security and peace of mind.
January 14-21, 2027, RTEC 116

Better Bones and Balance®

Better Bones and Balance® program, developed by researchers at the Bone Research Lab at Oregon State University, uses targeted exercises that reduce the rate of bone loss, improve strength and balance and reduce the risk of falls. This session may contain a Zoom component for inclement weather.
February 1, 2027 to March 24, 2027, RDM1 108

Excel Level II

Excel Level II
Create, edit, format, and save spreadsheets using Excel. Write formulas, create charts, manage multiple worksheets, and customize the appearance to meet your needs. By the end of the course, you will be able to create and develop well-designed spreadsheets using expressions, formulas, and functions. Computers are provided by COCC during class. Prerequisite: Basic Windows experience.
February 5-12, 2027, RDM1 128

Writing: Novel and Memoir

In this course, learn essential building blocks for fiction and memoir including plot, setting, theme, characterization, point-of-view and dialogue. What is the hero's journey, and how does a writer develop a story concept into a page-turning best seller? Award-winning author and college educator Kathryn Mattingly will inspire you to begin your novel, complete your first draft or reassess what you have written so far. Open to novel and memoir writers of all levels!
February 9, 2027 to March 16, 2027, RDM1 105

Drawing: Beginning Simplified 1

Have fun learning how to draw, even if you think you can't! This relaxed, creative class breaks drawing down into easy steps using simple geometric shapes that you'll learn to soften, round and transform into just about anything. Discover how drawing helps you see the world differently, because it's the foundation of all fine art. You'll create a technique sheet and a finished drawing, with all materials provided. No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity and a sense of play!
Saturday, February 13, 2027, RDM1 105

Leading Successful and Resilient Teams

For a team to be successful they must have a common vision and mission, be cohesive, while capitalizing on individual strengths and show adaptability and resiliency to turn challenges into opportunities. To effectively lead a team of people takes specific skills associated with communication, direction, decision making, flexibility, organization and strategic thinking. This course will provide practical skills and steps for leading teams at any level of an organization/business. Discussions will also include project management, emotional intelligence, inspiring others and public speaking. Techniques shared are adaptable and will work for businesses with teams of any size. Opportunities for interactive question and answer sessions will also be a part of the class, allowing participants to share specific issues that the instructor will troubleshoot with them.
Thursday, February 18, 2027, RDM3 306

Drawing: Beginning Simplified 2

Building on the information in Drawing: Beginning Simplified 1, you will explore the importance of value (shading) which provides depth and perspective on a two-dimensional surface. Value is one of the main elements in drawing and painting, and adding charcoal makes it exciting. The projects include a pencil drawing and a charcoal drawing. Materials are included. Beginning Drawing Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required.
Friday, February 19, 2027, RDM1 105

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!
February 20-21, 2027, RTEC 123

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!
Wednesday, February 24, 2027, RDM3 306

Plan Your Vegetable Garden!

Growing veggies in Central Oregon isn't always easy! Before the warm weather pulls you outside to start planting, join longtime Bend resident and seasoned gardener, Kathy Gault, for some local know-how. Learn what makes our region unique: climate, soil, short growing season and watering, and how to work with it, not against it. Kathy will share her favorite crop varieties that actually thrive here and tips for stretching your season with cold-hardy plants. It's never too early to start dreaming (and planning) for your best garden yet!
Saturday, February 27, 2027, RDM3 305

Watercolor Simplified 1

Dive into the joy of watercolor! No stress, just color and flow! In this fun, beginner-friendly class, you'll learn simple techniques to create three small watercolor paintings, using ink to accent and define your shapes. With easy, step-by-step instruction, you'll explore how water and pigment dance together to create beautiful effects. Watercolor Simplified is part of a series that builds on each class's techniques and experience, it's best to take them in order, but you're welcome to jump in anywhere along the way!
Saturday, February 27, 2027, RDM1 105

Watercolor Simplified 2

Discover more watercolor techniques in the second class to create texture and depth in your paintings using salt, plastic wrap, spray bottles and masking fluid. No experience is required for the two projects. Watercolor Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required. All materials are provided.
Friday, March 5, 2027, RDM1 105

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.                
March 13-14, 2027, RTEC 123

Sewing: Small Patchwork Quilt

Learn the basics of quilting as we cut, piece, and quilt this simple but delightful 30" x 40" quilt, suitable as a baby play mat or home decoration item. We'll cover how to use a rotary cutter, mat, and ruler; auditioning fabrics for design impact; piecing with accurate quarter-inch seams; building your quilt "sandwich"; and machine quilting layers together. Information on binding and finishing your quilt will be provided, along with a booklet summarizing the basics of making quilts. This class is geared toward beginners who know the basics of using their sewing machines and want to get into quilting. Bring your own palette of coordinated fabrics, and you can also dive into the instructor's grab bag to supplement your fabric selection. Please see the supply list for details on what to bring to class. The instructor is happy to answer questions via email in advance of class. Please email Community Education directly and the instructor will respond.
Saturday, March 20, 2027, RDM3 305

Vinyasa Yoga: Foundations of Flow

This all-levels vinyasa yoga series invites you to explore not just how we move, but why we move. Each class combines mindful physical practice with an introduction to foundational yogic philosophy, offering tools for living with greater awareness, intention and connection.
March 29, 2027 to June 7, 2027, RDM1 108

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 24, 2027, RDM3 305