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  • 1-on-1 Intermediate French: 5 session Package
  • Fee: $285.00
    Item Number: 19942
    Dates: 7/10/2025 - 8/14/2025
    Times: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 5
    Building: CLCTC
    Room: 335
    Instructor: Anne Menard
    THIS CLASS IS FULL. Please click the "Add to Waitlist" button below.
    Ready to elevate your French skills? This class is designed to help you confidently navigate everyday conversations in French. Ideal for those who have completed French for Beginners II: Continuing or possess prior knowledge, focusing on practical communication in a supportive, environment. You'll gain fluency, expand your vocabulary, and build the confidence to express yourself with ease. Taught by a native French speaker.

 

  • 1-On-1 Personal Journaling: 3 session Package
    • Fee: $185.00
      Item Number: 19967
      Dates: 7/7/2025 - 8/29/2025
      Times: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
      Days:
      Sessions: 3
      Building: CLOFF
      Offsite Location
      Room: Off-Site Location
      Instructor: Carrie Lynn Thatcher 

      Dive into energized journaling techniques to connect with your highest inner self. Learn new styles and artful skills to transform journaling from merely reviewing past experiences to embodying and empowering your present and future experiences. Each session is 1 hour. No refunds for unused sessions.


 

 

  • 1-On-1 Writing Coaching: 3 session Package
    • Fee: $185.00
      Item Number: 19968
      Dates: 7/7/2025 - 8/29/2025
      Times: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
      Days:
      Sessions: 0
      Building: CLOFF
      Offsite Location
      Room: Off-Site Location
      Instructor: Amy Webber 
      Get on the right track with your writing. Our experienced writing faculty provides personalized guidance to help you overcome obstacles, build confidence, and establish a consistent writing practice. With expert support, you'll develop the skills and habits needed to bring your writing projects to life. Each session is 1 hour. No refunds for unused sessions.

 

 

  • 1-On-1 Writing Coaching: 5 session Package
    • Fee: $285.00
      Item Number: 19969
      Dates: 7/7/2025 - 8/29/2025
      Times: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
      Days:
      Sessions: 5
      Building: CLOFF
      Offsite Location
      Room: Off-Site Location
      Instructor: Amy Webber 
      Get on the right track with your writing. Our experienced writing faculty provides personalized guidance to help you overcome obstacles, build confidence, and establish a consistent writing practice. With expert support, you'll develop the skills and habits needed to bring your writing projects to life. Each session is 1 hour. No refunds for unused sessions.

 

 

  • Black & White Photography Open Lab
    • Fee: $185.00
      Item Number: 19961
      Dates: 7/7/2025 - 8/4/2025
      Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
      Days: M
      Sessions: 5
      Building: CLFAC
      Clark College Main Campus
      Room: Frost Art Cntr 0105 - Classrm
      Instructor: Noelle Antignano 

      Students will be able to use the Clark College Darkroom to work on their film photography projects. The Clark College darkroom can accommodate film formats 35mm through 8X10. Film processing, darkroom printing, and negative scanning can all be done. Technical assistance will be provided by an instructor. All regular B&W processing chemistry will be provided.

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  • Crochet: Beginners and Beyond
    • Fee: $99.00
      Item Number: 19774
      Dates: 8/4/2025 - 8/25/2025
      Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Days: M
      Sessions: 4
      Building: CLAPH
      Clark College Main Campus
      Room: Anna Pechanec Hall 112
      Instructor: Janet Smith 

      Unlock the timeless charm of granny squares in this fun and creative crochet class! Whether you're new to crochet or looking to refresh your skills, this class will guide you through the steps to create colorful and cozy granny squares—perfect for blankets, scarves, bags, and more. Students will learn to make a variety of granny squares over a fun 4-week period. 

      Supplies to Bring: "Smooth" yarn (not knobby or bumpy).  Regular worsted weight is fine. Bring as many colors as you like, including variegated.  This is a great way to use up yarn ends leftover from other projects.  Crochet hook of the appropriate size for your yarn. Scissors. Darning needle.

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  • Earthquake Preparedness
    • Fee: $49.00
      Item Number: 19941
      Dates: 8/14/2025 - 8/21/2025
      Times: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
      Days: Th
      Sessions: 2
      Building: CLAMC
      Clark College at Boschma Farms
      Room: Boschma Farms Campus -Room 208
      Instructor: Kyle Dittmer 
      In the event of a major earthquake here in the Pacific Northwest, are you ready? Empower yourself and take simple steps to help prepare your family and home for a potential disaster. Learn the basics: how to build an emergency kit, how to get your friends and neighbors involved, and what resources - both local and national - are available to help you prepare.

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  • Exploring Art with Watercolor Pencils
    • Fee: $99.00
      Item Number: 19966
      Dates: 8/6/2025 - 8/27/2025
      Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Days: W
      Sessions: 4
      Building: CLCTC
      Clark at Columbia Tech Center
      Room: 331 - Art Room
      Instructor: Nathun Finkhouse 
      If you feel intimidated by traditional watercolor methods or just want to try something new, this watercolor pencil class is just for you!  Over the course of 4 weeks, you will learn how to use watercolor pencils on various subjects and master the techniques that make these tools so fun and accessible to even the most novice watercolor painter. 

 

 

  • How to Appreciate Poetry
    • Fee: $99.00
      Item Number: 19972
      Dates: 7/9/2025 - 7/30/2025
      Times: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      Days: W
      Sessions: 4
      Building: ARR
      Online-Remote
      Room: Remote Teaching
      Instructor: Jim Gray 

      Explore the differences and similarities of modern poetry. Find out what you like about a poem, and why you like it.

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  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
    • Fee: $115.00
      Item Number: 19959
      Dates: 7/7/2025 - 8/29/2025
      Times: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
      Days:
      Sessions: 0
      Building: CLONLINE
      Room: Online-no scheduled meetings
      Instructor:  

      This course will introduce you to various forms of artificial intelligence (AI) and how we interact with AI as consumers in applications like chatbots and recommendation engines. You'll see how AI provides analytics in business and consider industries that may be transformed or even disrupted by AI implementations. You'll go under the hood to see how computers can "learn" using artificial neural networks and various forms of machine learning. You will review AI applications such as natural language processing, forecasting, and robotics. You'll also learn about the AI development process and how AI will affect the workforce. Finally, you'll consider some of the ethical factors in AI deployment.

      To REGISTER click this link: More Details and Registration Here


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  • Introduction to Watercolor Tools: A Fun Hands On Workshop
    • Fee: $49.00
      Item Number: 19964
      Dates: 8/5/2025 - 8/12/2025
      Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Days: Tu
      Sessions: 2
      Building: CLAPH
      Clark College Main Campus
      Room: Anna Pechanec Hall 112
      Instructor: Nathun Finkhouse 
      Have you ever wanted to take your watercolors to the next level?  Or maybe you would like to loosen up and find a fresh way to approach watercolor.  Over the course of two days, students will be guided through various, unconventional watercolor techniques and tools in order to create interesting results.  Some of the techniques we will experiment with include salt, sponges, plastic wrap, decorative spider webs, and more! This is a 2 day workshop.

 

 

  • Jewelry Workshop: Wired Beaded and Charm Bracelets
    • Fee: $49.00
      Item Number: 19782
      Dates: 8/21/2025 - 8/21/2025
      Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Days: Th
      Sessions: 1
      Building: CLAA4
      Clark College Main Campus
      Room: AA4 107 - Classroom
      Instructor:  
      Join us for a creative and hands-on workshop focused on crafting unique beaded and charm bracelets with local jewelry artist Sarah of Copper Fairy Gems. Learn how to create your own customized bracelets using both simple wire, and beading techniques. In this hands-on workshop, you'll be guided on how to select and connect charms, as well as how to create your own gemstone charms for a personalized bracelet. Then you'll design and create your own beaded bracelet, learning both stringing techniques and how to securely finish your design with pre-made or custom clasps. Whether you're new to jewelry making or looking to expand your skills, you'll leave with 2 handcrafted bracelets and the confidence to keep creating. Materials kit is supplied and tools will be available to use during the workshop.

 

 

  • Jewelry Workshop: Wired Earring & Pendant
    • Fee: $49.00
      Item Number: 19781
      Dates: 7/31/2025 - 7/31/2025
      Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Days: Th
      Sessions: 1
      Building: CLAA4
      Clark College Main Campus
      Room: AA4 107 - Classroom
      Instructor:  
      In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the art of basic jewelry design from local jewelry artist Sarah of Copper Fairy Gems. She'll share tips and tricks for each skill as you create your own custom earrings and pendant. We'll cover essential techniques such as design, beading, and using findings, as well as discuss the various tools and materials available for use. This workshop is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to practice their jewelry-making skills. You'll leave with two wearable of pieces jewelry and the confidence to keep creating! Materials kit is supplied and tools will be available for use during the workshop.

 

 

  • Rhythm: Making the Most Out of Time
    • Fee: $145.00
      Item Number: 19952
      Dates: 7/15/2025 - 8/19/2025
      Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Days: Tu
      Sessions: 6
      Building: CLBMH
      Clark College Main Campus
      Room: Beacock Music Hall 112 - Clsrm
      Instructor: Aron Bernstein 
      Rhythm is the most physical part of music, grounding us in action and gesture. In this course, you will learn the practice and notation of Western rhythm inside and out. With two hundred listening examples from Beethoven to Broadway, you will be able to play rhythms and meter with no prior musical training. This is also an excellent course for musicians who wish to improve their rhythm. Get set to clap, rap, and compose your own music. Students receive access to Breaking Barlines, an online music theory course created by the instructor.

 

 

  • Rustic Barns in Watercolor: A Painting Workshop
    • Fee: $49.00
      Item Number: 19965
      Dates: 8/21/2025 - 8/28/2025
      Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Days: Th
      Sessions: 2
      Building: CLAPH
      Clark College Main Campus
      Room: Anna Pechanec Hall 112
      Instructor: Nathun Finkhouse 
      In this 2 day workshop, will walk you through the painting process step by step in order to create a realistic barn with rustic textures and colors.  We will start from the drawing process and go all the way through to the end of the finished painting.  The focus of this class will be learning how to draw and paint what you see while also learning how to enhance the image. 

 

 

  • So You Think You Can't Write - Workshop
    • Fee: $89.00
      Item Number: 19971
      Dates: 8/2/2025 - 8/3/2025
      Times: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
      Days: Su Sa
      Sessions: 2
      Building: GHL
      Gaiser Hall Main Campus
      Room: 0205
      Instructor: Christi Krug 

      Join us to ignite your creativity and confidence in all kinds of writing including fiction and non-fiction. Join other writers in overcoming blocks, criticism, and fear; and get words on the page. Taught by a published author. Hanna Hall 118 - Classroom - Sa 11:00AM - 3:00PM, Su 10:00AM - 1:00PM

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      Sunday 10:00am - 1:30pm

 

 

  • Spanish for Beginners I
    • Fee: $145.00
      Item Number: 19943
      Dates: 7/10/2025 - 8/14/2025
      Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Days: Th
      Sessions: 6
      Building: CLAA4
      Clark College Main Campus
      Room: AA4 107B - Classroom
      Instructor:  
      "Hablas español" This beginner-friendly course offers an engaging introduction to Spanish pronunciation, vocabulary, key phrases, and practical communication. Designed for adult learners with little to no experience in the language, the course focuses on helping students speak from day one. Perfect for travelers, professionals, or language enthusiasts. Recommended for ages 16 and up.

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  • Stargazing
    • Fee: $145.00
      Item Number: 19957
      Dates: 7/22/2025 - 8/26/2025
      Times: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
      Days: Tu
      Sessions: 6
      Building: CLAMC
      Clark College at Boschma Farms
      Room: Boschma Farms Campus -Room 208
      Instructor: Kyle Dittmer 

      Do you want to rekindle your fascination with the starry night sky? Learn how to navigate the night sky – a cosmic parade of seasonal constellations/stars, planets, Moon, comets, and meteor showers with star-charts, binoculars, and telescopes. Understand how and why the stars and planets move the way they do.

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  • Stories in Panels: A Non-Fiction Comics Reading Group
    • Fee: $49.00
      Item Number: 20053
      Dates: 7/23/2025 - 8/13/2025
      Times: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Days: W
      Sessions: 4
      Building: CLCTC
      Clark at Columbia Tech Center
      Room: 316
      Instructor: Caitlin Cook 
      Explore the world of non-fiction comics in this engaging, discussion-based reading group. Each week, you'll receive a short comic (10-20 pages) in PDF form, along with discussion questions and supplemental materials-such as interviews with the creators or articles that provide deeper context. Together, we'll explore a range of non-fiction comic genres, including Graphic journalism, Memoir, Informational comics and Graphic medicine. No prior experience with comics is necessary-just curiosity and a willingness to explore stories, told in ink and image.

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  • Transformational Journal Keeping Workshop
    • Fee: $55.00
      Item Number: 19970
      Dates: 8/23/2025 - 8/23/2025
      Times: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
      Days: Sa
      Sessions: 1
      Building: CLCTC
      Clark at Columbia Tech Center
      Room: 335
      Instructor: Carrie Lynn Thatcher 

      Dive into energized journaling techniques to connect with your highest inner self. Learn new styles and artful skills to transform journaling from merely reviewing past experiences to embodying and empowering your present and future experiences.

      Please bring a pen, paper, notebook, or a laptop. Art supplies are highly recommended, such as colored pencils, crayons, pens, water colors, or stickers. Last of all, select a poem, song lyrics, famous speech or document that inspires you.


 

 

  • Tribal History and Native American Culture Workshop
    • Fee: $35.00
      Item Number: 20562
      Dates: 7/10/2025 - 7/10/2025
      Times: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
      Days: Th
      Sessions: 1
      Building: CLAMC
      Clark College at Boschma Farms
      Room: Boschma Farms Campus - Room 206
      Instructor: Jhon Kuppens 
      This workshop offers an in-depth exploration of Tribal history and Native American culture. Engage with Indigenous perspectives, traditions, and contemporary issues to enrich your understanding of America's first peoples.

 

 

  • Watercolor Independent Studies
  • Fee: $149.00
    Item Number: 19963
    Dates: 7/9/2025 - 8/6/2025
    Times: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 5
    Building: CLAPH
    Room: Anna Pechanec Hall 112
    Instructor: Lee Baughman
    THIS CLASS IS FULL. Please click the "Add to Waitlist" button below.

    This class is designed for self-directed artists looking for a creative environment in which to receive coaching and encouragement in developing their art. Students facing design challenges can get technique demonstrations from the instructor. Each class ends with friendly critiques. Prerequisites: Ability to come up with painting ideas. Beginning watercolor skills. This class is not designed for absolute beginners.

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  • Weather 101
    • Fee: $125.00
      Item Number: 19956
      Dates: 7/17/2025 - 8/14/2025
      Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Days: Th
      Sessions: 5
      Building: CLAA4
      Clark College Main Campus
      Room: AA4 102 - Classroom
      Instructor: Kyle Dittmer 
      Learn basic weather reading skills to help the Gardener, Hiker, or outdoor person.  Learn to read weather maps, interpret cloud formations, understanding our local climate, and gain practical weather knowledge.  Taught by a USDA-Graduate School certified Meteorologist and former NOAA/NWS forecaster. 

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  • WWII Forgotten Stories
    • Fee: $99.00
      Item Number: 20556
      Dates: 7/14/2025 - 8/4/2025
      Times: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
      Days: M
      Sessions: 4
      Building: CLAMC
      Clark College at Boschma Farms
      Room: Boschma Farms Campus -Room 208
      Instructor: Gunnar Abramson 
      This class explores why certain places, personalities, and battles remain under-researched, examining how different communities/approaches to history shape what is remembered, how it's told, and what may be overlooked or forgotten.

 

 

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