We live in a high altitude, dry and windy location creating challenges growing anything from trees to vegetable gardens. In this boot camp gardening class, we will cover how to grow successfully in Laramie County. We will cover vegetable gardens, trees, shrubs, soils and soil amendments, irrigation basics and why we are not a zone 5.

Calling all Spanish speakers! Join native speaker Erika Espana Skinner as she leads guided group discussions in Spanish to improve your language skills or just take the rust off. This intermediate to advanced level class is for people who have previous experience speaking Spanish. Unete a la diversion.

Metalsmithing for the Hobbyist is designed to prepare the student to practice basic metalsmithiing techniques in the home studio. Several jewelry and sculpture projects will allow the student to develop basic skills using easy to acquire tools and materials. Topics will include materials, heat treatment and soldering, cold forging and forming, design and safety. Basic supplies will be provided. Project specific supplies are provided by the student and will be discussed the first night of class.

NO CLASS JUNE 14.

Ciao! You don't have to travel to Italy to immerse yourself in Italian culture. This course will create real-life Italian situations to quickly build your speaking skills. You will learn the words to expressions that will help you make the most of any trip to Italy, or just ordering food in an Italian restaurant. Textbook included.

Learn the basics of drawing. This course will consist of introductions to shape, form, placement, light and color will be taught starting with the basic concept of line drawing. By the end of the 13 weeks, students will come away with a completed basic drawing and the initial skills on how to create a 3-dimensional representation on a flat, 1-dimensional platform. Students will need to purchase supplies. A supply list will be provided at registration.

This class is designed for seniors interested in stretching, and improving their balance by practicing the Tai Chi posture, walk and simple Tai Chi movements.

** Class will be held outside in a partially shaded area.

Bonjour! This is the course for you even if you have no previous experience with the French language! This course emphasizes proficiency, with attention to speaking and listening skills, self-expression, and cultural insights. Classroom activities are varied, interactive, and focused on acquiring listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills simultaneously - always in the context of French culture. Textbook included.

You've got a new camera. It's got a bunch of buttons and settings you don't understand. Now what? Learn how to use it. In this class, students will learn the basic concepts and skills necessary for operating a digital camera starting with types of cameras, camera anatomy, shooting modes and how they work, and understanding the digital image. After we cover the basics of camera operation, we will cover how to get the most out of your camera through exploring photo composition. By the end of the course, each of you will have gained hands-on experience in basic digital photography techniques.