Community education courses are non-credit, lifelong learning opportunities that are open to the community. Below are some of the courses we have offered in the past. If you'd like to teach a course please fill out a Course Proposal Form
Past Community Education Courses
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Observing the Winter Sky
Locate and identify the sparkling gems of the winter night sky & learn how different telescopes work and how to use them.
Grief Recovery
Learn how to recover from grief and continue on in a healthier way.
Creating Chocolate Candies
Create hot chocolate bombs, cake decorations, and bonbons. All supplies included.
Working With Your Team
Develop key leadership skills that apply to all situations, formal or informal.
Songwriting Class
Craft expressive and engaging song lyrics, and workshop your lyrics with a community of peers.
Grown-up Grilled Cheese
Make four different grilled cheese sandwiches using ingredients that will bring you to new and uncharted territory.
Financial Literacy
Learn about setting up your household budget, credit, loans, interest rates, mortgages, and saving for your future goals.
Winter Hiking and Survival Skills
Are you prepared to spend a freezing night out in the woods? You'll learn the five survival priorities when faced with an emergency.
Successful Grants Workshop
At the CCC Page Center
Join CCC’s Grant Coordinator, Joel Fritzler, at the CCC Page Center for this unique opportunity to learn about the world of grants.
Vegetable Gardening
Plan your vegetable garden with the help of local Master Gardeners with the Coconino Cooperative Extension.
Crochet
Start your crochet journey! Create chains, different stitches and make boho bracelets, mug rugs, keychains, and more.
Introduction to Microsoft Office
At the CCC Page Center
This Microsoft Office Suite training is for anyone who wants to improve their skills and learn Microsoft Office.
Stress Management
Join a discussion about the neuroscience of trauma- and stressor- related disorders, and adaptive interventions.
True Colors: Personality Assessment
The True Colors program examines personality types and provides a framework for understanding behavior dynamics.
Charcuterie Boards
Learn how to build beautiful and delicious charcuterie boards; make a board to enjoy in class and/or bring home.
Microsoft Excel
At the CCC Page Center
Learn how to create formulas and charts, use functions, format cells, and do more with your spreadsheets.
DIY - Mountain Bike Repair
Learn essential mountain bike repair skills and what tools you should carry for trail-side repairs.
DIY - Plumbing
We’ll cover the most common plumbing problems encountered around the house, and how to fix them.
Credit 101 - at the Page Center
This FREE workshop will help you understand what determines your overall credit score.
DIY - Electrical
We’ll cover common electrical maintenance and improvements you can do around the house and how to do it safely.
Landscape Drawing
In this course participants will learn basic and intermediate techniques for landscape drawing in the beautiful landscapes around Flagstaff.
DIY - Carpentry
We’ll cover common carpentry maintenance and improvements you can do like fixing doors, cabinets, wood drawers, and more.
Making Cake Pops
There will be plenty to enjoy in class and bring home. This is a great way for parents/ grandparents and kids to bond in this fun and instructive setting.
Digital Photography Basics
Learn foundational skills and find the joy in photography! This course will be an introduction to digital photography.
Awakening Your Creative Spirit
Learn to create as a method of calming, and reflection. Learn techniques for centering and focusing to find and harness the flow in your creative process.
Stained Glass Workshop
During this day-long workshop you will learn the fundamentals of creating stained glass art and you will create your own art piece to take home!
Watercolor Workshop
In this workshop participants will learn basic and intermediate techniques for watercolor, and gouache painting.
DIY - Weatherization
Learn strategies to reduce drafts, keep warm air in and cold air out, where to caulk, adding weatherstripping, and more.
DIY - HVAC
In this DIY workshop you'll learn how to maintain the HVAC system in your home.
Reading and Composing Poetry
Learn select poems from some of the world's master poets; write your own poetry and share with peers for feedback and enjoyment.
The Art of Making Tiramisu
Join us for this hands-on class as we create world-class tiramisu desserts from scratch! Supplies are included. Take home your own 5x9-inch tiramisu dish.
A Jungian Journey to the Creative Self
Take an immersive journey into the world of Jungian psychology and discover its applications to creativity.
String Art Workshop
Create your own String Art! You’ll learn how to make a mandala in which nails are hammered into board, and geometric patterns are created.
Crochet - Amigurumi Style
Learn the art of amigurumi crochet, a technique used to create 3D projects.
Metalsmithing for Jewelry
Learn how to work with metal including torching, polishing, stamping, and soldering. You’ll have a project you make in class to take home!
Pad Thai and Summer Rolls
Make one of the most popular Thai dishes in the United States, and fresh Summer Rolls too! Enjoy in class and/or take home!
Community Star Party
Bring your family and experience the wonders of the night sky! Enjoy telescope viewing of planets, star clusters, and more at this free community event
6 Weeks to Better Brain Health
Learn how to maintain and enhance brain health as well as identify and practice natural ways to improve cognition.
Holiday Beading
Get started with beading to make jewelry for yourself and others. Learn the basics of making a simple wire loop and a wire wrapped loop to create beautiful jewelry.
Coffee Tasting
Discover how to make coffee with a French press, taste four international coffees, and learn how to taste, evaluate, and describe coffee.
Cottage Place Soups
Learn to prepare and create three distinct rich and full-flavored soups that were Cottage Place favorites, with Executive Chef Frank Branham.
Your Financial Education
This five-week financial workshop will cover income taxes, estate planning, retirement, investing, and insurance.
Conscious Aging
The class will focus on the skills needed to become a wise elder through life review and harvesting, finding meaning and purpose, and leaving a legacy.
Honeybees
Learn their life cycle, hive basics, and delve into scientific research suggesting problem solving abilities and even emotions in these fascinating insects.
AI for Everyone
Get comfortable using free AI tools to increase your business or personal productivity and creativity.
Oil Pastels
Learn layering, blending, and mixing. Discover how to create still lifes and portraits with depth and dimension.
Intermediate Watercolor
This class is for intermediate watercolorists. Learn techniques through demonstrations and guidance to help you plan and create successful compositions.
Suncatchers - Crafts Workshop
Make your own suncatcher! This a great activity for an adult and child to take together. Tools, beads, crystals, and other supplies will be provided.
A Healthier Brain, A Healthier You
Start your quest to live a healthier, more intentional, fulfilling life. Learn about current research on brain health and how to adopt lifestyle changes to improve brain health.
Baking at High Altitude
Make delicious, healthy cookies while experimenting with techniques for reducing sugar, using whole grains, and substitutions.
Cultivating Happiness: Practices for a Positive Mindset
Explore your authentic path to a richer, happier life. Dive into happiness science and learn practical methods to boost your well-being.
AI - Advancing Your Skills
Unlock the full potential of AI tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney. Enhance productivity, creativity, and effectiveness in both personal and business contexts.
Death and Dessert
Join us as we sweeten the topic of death by providing a safe and open space to discuss end-of-life questions, concerns, and experiences.
Herstory - Empower your Creative Journey
Examine and creatively express your own personal herstory while we explore facets of women’s collective wisdom.
Basic Conversation Sign Language
Join us to learn basic sign language as well as communication tips when interacting with Deaf and hard of hearing people.
Sustainable Landscaping
Discover strategies for creating and maintaining a beautiful, functional landscape tailored to Flagstaff's unique environment.
Backcountry First Aid
This is a hands-on, non-certification class that serves as an introduction on how to prepare for and manage an injury in the backcountry.
Pysanky - Ukrainian Egg Decorating
Join us in CCC’s Art Studio to learn this traditional Ukrainian egg-decorating technique. All materials and tools provided.
Wisdom Cards - Mixed Media Workshop
Join us in CCC’s Art Studio to explore the world of Intuitive Art Making and create your own cards of multiple sizes, shapes, and types.
Comet Walks
Walker Lake
Visit Walker Lake and discuss photos from the 1870s-1880s, the pioneers who took them, and ecological changes.
Pollinators
On this walk we will examine the native plants found in the vicinity of CCC’s Lone Tree campus, their pollinators, other forest insects, and discuss the local ecology.
Smart Phone Photography
Larry Hendricks will lead this walk at Picture Canyon and explain tips and techniques for using your smart phone to capture great landscape photography.
Memorial Plaques of Navajo Bridge - at the CCC Page Center
Navajo Bridge is home to a dozen memorial plaques that can provide unique glimpses into local history of the Colorado River and nearby Lee's Ferry.
Camp Navajo (Navajo Army Depot)
We’ll start with a presentation outlining the 80-year history of the facility, then the group will take a tour around the main facilities.
Comet Walk - Cinder Lakes
Come learn about the lunar rover prototype testing that occurred here as well as the Apollo astronaut training in northern Arizona.
Comet Walk - Wildfire Risk Reduction at Your Home
Learn how to better adapt to living in fire-prone forests with hazardous fuels reductions, and home hardening techniques.
Comet Walk - Geology of Picture Canyon
Come explore the volcanic history of Picture Canyon Natural and Cultural Preserve.
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