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.

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October 13-15, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

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.

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November 16, 2026 to December 7, 2026 | 12:00pm-1:00pm PST | Online

What can I do to maintain optimal brain function through life? This class will review important science-based principles of maintaining brain health and how to develop and keep brain-healthy habits.

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Tuesday, October 6, 2026 | 5:00pm-6:30pm PDT | Bend

This course introduces concepts and principles of visual language and basic design in two dimensions. Applies the elements of art and principles of design to communicate ideas and solve problems. Emphasizes critical thinking and creative problem solving in a variety of two-dimensional artistic media. This is a non-credit Community Education class taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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September 25, 2026 to December 11, 2026 | 9:00am-11:20am PDT | Madras
September 25, 2026 to December 11, 2026 | 10:00am-12:00pm PDT | Prineville

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!

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October 19-21, 2026 | 5:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

In this hands-on training, you will learn about the brain's natural tendencies and get the visual tools/strategies that best support the brain to get things done. You will also discover how to improve your ability to focus, avoid procrastination, prioritize your tasks and stop feeling overwhelmed. You will leave this 3-hour hands-on course with an easy-to-follow action plan.

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Tuesday, November 10, 2026 | 9:00am-12:00pm PST | Online

In this hands-on training, you will learn about the brain's natural tendencies and get the visual tools/strategies that best support the brain to get things done. You will also discover how to improve your ability to focus, avoid procrastination, prioritize your tasks, and stop feeling overwhelmed.

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Wednesday, August 19, 2026 | 9:00am-12:00pm PDT | Online
Friday, November 6, 2026 | 9:00am-12:00pm PST | Online

Buddha taught we all have a naturally conscious and loving presence. However, we get distracted by our reactions to life situations and develop habits of mind that overshadow our original compassionate nature. This class will explore the Buddhist point of view by exploring the principles and practices of the tradition that help us reawaken the original mind

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October 15, 2026 to November 19, 2026 | 7:00pm-8:30pm PDT | Bend

Take your outdoor cooking skills to the next level with the timeless art of Dutch oven cooking. In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to prepare delicious meals over a campfire using cast iron cookware, foil and charcoal. Whether you're camping, hunting, overlanding or simply enjoying your backyard fire pit, you'll gain practical techniques for creating flavorful, satisfying meals in the outdoors.

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November 5-19, 2026 | 6:00pm-8:00pm PST | Bend

From pollinators and bats to beavers, birds of prey and large carnivores, Oregon's wildlife plays a vital role in the health and resilience of our ecosystems. In this six-part series, presented in partnership with Think Wild, Central Oregon's wildlife hospital and conservation center, participants will explore the remarkable species that inhabit our forests, rivers, deserts and communities. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, nature lover, lifelong learner or aspiring conservationist, this series offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of Central Oregon's wildlife and discover meaningful ways to contribute to its future.

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October 6, 2026 to December 15, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:00pm PDT | Bend

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.                

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August 29-30, 2026 | 8:00am-2:00pm PDT | Redmond
November 7-8, 2026 | 8:00am-2:00pm PST | Redmond

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!

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October 3-4, 2026 | 9:00am-1:00pm PDT | Redmond

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.

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Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 8:30am-5:30pm PDT | Bend
Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 8:30am-5:30pm PDT | Bend

Did you know henna has a rich history dating back to the Egyptians? Also known as "mehndi", this class explores the style of henna, its vast cultural traditions and safe application on the body and other textiles. The course covers application tools, including how to roll your own henna cone, and a selection of essential designs to jumpstart your artistic style. You will walk away with a deeper understanding of henna's roots as a form of body art and its therapeutic value. You'll also have a better understanding of henna safety and the precautions needed in using various ingredients. You'll come away from this class with your very own custom henna kit that includes all-natural henna paste, aftercare information and everything you need to practice on your own or with others!

**For health & safety, mild essential oils will be used in this course. An alternate paste will be available for those who are sensitive to lemons or the topical use of essential oils. Please let the instructor know ahead of time if you have been diagnosed with G6 anemia.

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Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 9:00am-1:00pm PDT | Bend

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

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September 21, 2026 to November 4, 2026 | 1:00pm-3:10pm PDT | Bend

This course is geared toward students with intermediate or advanced tennis skills. Students will work towards improving current tennis skill level and strategy by means of practice as well as feedback from the instructor. This is a non-credit Community Education course, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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September 21, 2026 to November 4, 2026 | 10:00am-12:10pm PDT | Bend

Alfred Hitchcock is a director of suspenseful thrillers, but his films can also include comedy, romance, melodrama and psychological complexity. With some typical samples from his British and American periods, the course will explore his preoccupations with guilt and innocence, murder and justice, a naive hero and a beguiling heroine who is both icy and passionate. Beginning with a train mystery, we will survey a variety of other Hitchcock plots: an unlikely murderer, an analysis of madness, a romantic obsession, and an action-packed spy thriller. We will consider both the variety and the consistency of Hitchcock's film techniques. The course will meet once weekly for five weeks, viewing a feature film during each class. A short lecture will usually precede the viewing to highlight themes and connections among the works. Class discussion will follow the screening.

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October 5, 2026 to November 2, 2026 | 4:00pm-6:30pm PDT | Bend

Ever feel like life is just happening to you instead of the other way around? This workshop is for anyone ready to change that. Based on Jack Canfield's New York Times bestseller The Success Principles?, this class walks you through five practical steps for building a life you actually chose: uncovering your true values and purpose, taking ownership of your outcomes, getting honest about what you really want (not just what you feel obligated to do), clearing out what's holding you back, and creating a real plan to get there. You don't need a five-year plan or a big life crisis to benefit. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and an open mind. You'll leave with clarity, a personal action plan, and tools you can use right away, at home, at work, or wherever you want your next chapter to begin. Open to all adults curious about personal growth. No prior knowledge of The Success Principles? required.

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Thursday, November 19, 2026 | 5:30pm-8:30pm PST | Bend

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

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Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Redmond
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PST | Prineville

Feeling overwhelmed by ideas, projects or competing priorities? Mind mapping is a simple yet powerful visual tool that helps you organize information, clarify goals and see connections that might otherwise be missed. In this interactive class, you'll learn the fundamentals of mind mapping and create your own map to explore personal, professional or creative projects. Whether you're managing a busy life, starting a new project or simply looking for a clearer way to think, this class will provide techniques you can use immediately.

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Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 1:30pm-3:45pm PDT | Bend

This course provides hands-on instruction in current applications of music technology in a MIDI/audio studio. Use various music production tools in live sound engineering and mixing. This is a non-credit Community Education class, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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September 21, 2026 to December 9, 2026 | 10:00am-11:20am PDT | Bend

This course presents the history of Western fine-art music and its literature. Encompasses the study of musical vocabulary, style, form, principal composers and the historical development of music from the Romantic, Twentieth Century and Contemporary eras. This is a non-credit Community Education course, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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September 21, 2026 to December 13, 2026 | 12:01am-11:59pm PDT | Bend

This course focuses on the place of music in human society. Examines instruments, people and activities surrounding musical events in diverse parts of the world. Introduces the field of ethnomusicology, the discipline that studies music and music cultures of the world, how they make music and how they interpret and engage with the music that they make. This is a non-credit Community Education course, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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September 21, 2026 to December 13, 2026 | 12:01am-11:59pm PDT | Bend

Leading a nonprofit is unlike any other leadership role. You are simultaneously the visionary and the operator, the culture-keeper and the fundraiser, the public face and the steady internal anchor. The demands are relentless, the resources are limited, and the stakes - for your mission and the people you serve - are real. This workshop is designed specifically for Executive Directors, Board of Directors, and/or leadership teams who want to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and long-term sustainability. We will examine the unique pressures of the ED role, build practical frameworks for decision-making and delegation, and explore how to cultivate a healthy organizational culture.

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Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend

Create your personalized retirement analysis through professional 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 those that are already retired.

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Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 6:00pm-8:30pm PDT | Bend
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | 6:00pm-8:30pm PST | Bend

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.

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Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 9:00am-11:30am PST | Bend

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.

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Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 10:00am-4:00pm PDT | Bend

Bring your lunch and curiosity to the Hub, by Citizens4Community, in downtown Sisters for an engaging midday break where learning meets connection. Join COCC Community Education on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month (Sept - Nov) for presentations on topics ranging from area watersheds, to geology of Central Oregon, to travel and beyond. Leave these Lunch and Learn sessions with insights into local, national and international landscapes, and a desire to learn more! Your registration is good for all sessions, Sept - Nov. Please bring your own lunch.

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September 23, 2026 to November 18, 2026 | 12:00pm-1:00pm PDT | Sisters

Do you dream of writing for kids? This class is your crash course on the process of writing, publishing and marketing your kids book. If you need to get inspired, energized and pointed in the right direction for your children's book journey, this class is for you. Feel free to come with ideas, questions or even kids books that are already in progress or published and just need a little help getting over the goal line.

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October 3-10, 2026 | 9:00am-12:00pm PDT | Bend

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!

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October 6, 2026 to November 10, 2026 | 5:00pm-7:00pm PDT | Sisters