Grays Harbor College (Aberdeen)   

Art is Therapy is a gentle, supportive space to explore creativity as a tool for reflection, stress relief, and personal growth. Each week, you’ll experiment with accessible, expressive practices such as journaling, collage, doodle art, and watercolors—using simple materials to reconnect with yourself and your inner voice.

This course focuses on process over perfection. Through guided prompts and creative exercises, you’ll learn how artistic expression can support mindfulness, emotional awareness, and overall well-being.

No artistic experience is required. Come as you are, create at your own pace, and leave with meaningful projects and practices you can continue using long after the class ends.

Note: This class is for personal enrichment and is not a substitute for professional therapy.

Curious about a career on the water? This no-cost, weeklong maritime exploration program introduces participants to welding, diesel engine repair, refrigeration systems, and vessel operations and deckhand skills. Learn directly from captains and maritime industry professionals through hands-on activities, vessel visits, and real-world demonstrations designed to help you explore career pathways and build employable skills for the maritime industry in our region.

Open to ages 16–29 in Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties.

We'll send you additional information by email, but for now, plan to wear clothes that can get dirty along with waterproof boots or other closed-toe shoes. You'll be working outdoors, on the water, and around machinery and tools that may be dangerous. 

This experience is part of the Westport Maritime Futures program developed in partnership with Emerald Coast Communications, Maiden Voyage, and The Helm. The Westport Maritime Futures program is 100% funded by the US Department of Labor Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Career Connect Washington through an award totalling $243,000. Read more about USDOL grant funding at esd.wa.gov/usdol

HOW TO REGISTER

1. Complete the required Information and Consent form online for each participant.* This form provides us with information about you, your interests, and your emergency contacts, as well as a signed Authorization and Consent to participate. If you are under 18, you will need to provide your parent or guardian's contact information as well and they must sign the Authorization and Consent portion, so work together on this form. If you are over 18, you may enter N/A in the parent/guardian information section and sign the Authorization and Consent yourself. The form takes a few seconds to load. *This form is not currently available, so you may skip this step for now. We'll email the form to you to complete your registration.
2. Return to this page and add the course to your cart.
3. Create an account and check out. Each participant needs their own account and must check out separately. We will confirm receipt of the Information and Consent form and you will have a spot reserved for you. If we haven't received your Information and Consent form within three days of your registration here, you will be dropped and your spot will be open to someone else, but we will reach out to you by phone and email before that happens.
4. Repeat the steps above for additional participants.

Please call (360) 538-2539 for assistance or to register by phone. We're happy to help and will call you back as soon as possible if you have to leave a voicemail!

Prepare for childbirth with confidence in this one-day class designed to equip expectant parents with practical knowledge and skills for pregnancy, labor, and early parenting. Topics include the stages of labor, pain management options such as breathing techniques, relaxation methods, and medical interventions, the birthing process, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding basics, and newborn care. The class also explores the emotional and physical changes of pregnancy and postpartum while encouraging informed decision-making and effective communication with healthcare providers. Led by certified childbirth educator and trauma-informed doula Mandy Webb Hancock, this supportive class helps reduce anxiety and promotes a positive birth experience.

APPLE HEALTH CAN PAY FOR THIS CLASS

This course is eligible to be paid for by Washington Apple Health through the First Steps program. You must be enrolled in WA Apple Health pregnancy medical coverage when you register, and when you take the class.

HOW TO REGISTER WITH APPLE HEALTH

1. Complete the Apple Health Billing Request and Consent for Services form online. You will need your ProviderOne ID number. The form takes a few seconds to load.
2. Return to this page and add the course to your cart.
3. Create an account and checkout. Make sure your email address and phone number are accurate so that we can contact you to complete your registration.
4. When you check out, select "Please bill WA Apple Health" from the payment option dropdown.
5. Complete the registration process. Your registration status will be "Registered, not paid."

After we receive your completed form and registration, we will verify your enrollment in Apple Health and finalize your registration in the class. Your registration status will be changed to "Registered" and we will let you know by email and phone. If we have any questions or problems, we'll reach out to you. You will receive registration information by email, and you can check your course registration status in your Account at any time.

GET HELP

Staff are available to help you with any or all of these steps. Please call (360) 538-2539 or email ce@ghc.edu for assistance.

Receive your certification at this one-day training event.

The flagger training course uses the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) curriculum. It will give you the opportunity to work as a certified flagger and be listed on the National Flagger Database. You'll earn a certification valid for three (3) years in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana, as well as a national certification that will allow you to work in all other states.

As a trained flagger, you will be able to establish proper warning and traffic control in a work zone to assure the safety of workers and to ensure traffic moves safely and consistently.

Registration fee includes book, test, and flagger certification cards.

Course Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age at the time of the class.
• Must have picture ID to present on the day of class.
• Must pass test with 80% or better to obtain certification. Must pay in full to retake.
• Must arrive no later than 7:55 am to be admitted. Entrance is prohibited after 8:00 am.

PLEASE NOTE: Each attendee for this class needs their own email address in order to be added to the ATSSA flagger database. Duplicate emails during the registration process will not be accepted.

Good to Know
Grays Harbor College cannot provide replacement cards. If you lose your flagger card, call 1-800-272-8772 + 0 (or email customerservice@attsa.com) for the customer service representative. You will need to tell the representative you took the Washington class. There is a card replacement fee of $10 per card. WA cards are good in WA, OR, ID, and MT. ATSSA cards are good in all states except WA and OR.

Receive your certification at this one-day training event.

The flagger training course uses the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) curriculum. It will give you the opportunity to work as a certified flagger and be listed on the National Flagger Database. You'll earn a certification valid for three (3) years in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana, as well as a national certification that will allow you to work in all other states.

As a trained flagger, you will be able to establish proper warning and traffic control in a work zone to assure the safety of workers and to ensure traffic moves safely and consistently.

Registration fee includes book, test, and flagger certification cards.

Course Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age at the time of the class.
• Must have picture ID to present on the day of class.
• Must pass test with 80% or better to obtain certification. Must pay in full to retake.
• Must arrive no later than 7:55 am to be admitted. Entrance is prohibited after 8:00 am.

PLEASE NOTE: Each attendee for this class needs their own email address in order to be added to the ATSSA flagger database. Duplicate emails during the registration process will not be accepted.

Good to Know
Grays Harbor College cannot provide replacement cards. If you lose your flagger card, call 1-800-272-8772 + 0 (or email customerservice@attsa.com) for the customer service representative. You will need to tell the representative you took the Washington class. There is a card replacement fee of $10 per card. WA cards are good in WA, OR, ID, and MT. ATSSA cards are good in all states except WA and OR.

This community education course is designed for students who already understand basic camera controls and want to deepen how they approach photography. Building on foundational skills, the class explores photographing with greater purpose through a variety of styles, including portrait, landscape, action, and close-up photography. Emphasis is placed on making thoughtful choices around light, composition, timing, and subject matter. Through hands-on assignments, group discussion, and supportive critique, students will gain confidence, explore what types of photography resonate with them, and develop a more intentional approach to making images.

Learn the basics of landscape painting in a fun and supportive setting. Using acrylic paints on canvas, participants will follow step-by-step instructions to create a finished landscape while learning simple techniques for painting skies, trees, water, and other natural elements. This workshop is designed so artists of any age or skill level can enjoy success and leave with a completed painting. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)

Learn the basics of landscape painting in a fun and supportive setting. Using acrylic paints on canvas, participants will follow step-by-step instructions to create a finished landscape while learning simple techniques for painting skies, trees, water, and other natural elements. This workshop is designed so artists of any age or skill level can enjoy success and leave with a completed painting. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)

Learn the basics of landscape painting in a fun and supportive setting. Using acrylic paints on canvas, participants will follow step-by-step instructions to create a finished landscape while learning simple techniques for painting skies, trees, water, and other natural elements. This workshop is designed so artists of any age or skill level can enjoy success and leave with a completed painting. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)

Discover the art of painting outdoors in this four-week introduction to plein air painting, a tradition that inspired generations of landscape artists and Impressionist painters. Designed for all skill levels, this hands-on course combines art history, practical instruction, and creative exploration as you learn to observe and capture the beauty of the natural world. Students will explore basic landscape painting techniques while developing a painting both in and outside of class. Along the way, you'll learn how to set up a portable painting practice, refine your work over time, and find inspiration in the landscapes around you. The course concludes with a relaxed reception and art sharing session where participants can celebrate their finished paintings together.

Explore rhythm through hands-on drumming, collaborative music-making, and creative expression. Workshop participants will learn foundational hand-drumming techniques, explore cultural and historical traditions, and decorate their own drums in a relaxed, welcoming environment, culminating in an outdoor community drum circle. You are welcome to register for the Community Drum Circle without participating in the workshop, just bring your own drum! No experience required.

Workshop: 3 - 5 PM
Community Drum Circle: 5 - 6 PM

Workshop + Drum Circle: Fee includes a drum to decorate and keep.
Drum Circle only: No cost to participate, BYO drum.

Explore rhythm through hands-on drumming, collaborative music-making, and creative expression. Workshop participants will learn foundational hand-drumming techniques, explore cultural and historical traditions, and decorate their own drums in a relaxed, welcoming environment, culminating in an outdoor community drum circle. You are welcome to register for the Community Drum Circle without participating in the workshop, just bring your own drum! No experience required.

Workshop: 3 - 5 PM
Community Drum Circle: 5 - 6 PM

Workshop + Drum Circle: Fee includes a drum to decorate and keep.
Drum Circle only: No cost to participate, BYO drum.

Transform ordinary rocks into colorful works of art while exploring creativity and community connection. Participants will paint several rocks or sand dollars to keep, display, or share. You'll also create a special "kindness rock" to hide for someone else to discover, spreading a little joy through art. A variety of rocks and sand dollars will be provided, and participants are welcome to bring a few small items from home to decorate as well. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)

Transform ordinary rocks into colorful works of art while exploring creativity and community connection. Participants will paint several rocks or sand dollars to keep, display, or share. You'll also create a special "kindness rock" to hide for someone else to discover, spreading a little joy through art. A variety of rocks and sand dollars will be provided, and participants are welcome to bring a few small items from home to decorate as well. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)

Transform ordinary rocks into colorful works of art while exploring creativity and community connection. Participants will paint several rocks or sand dollars to keep, display, or share. You'll also create a special "kindness rock" to hide for someone else to discover, spreading a little joy through art. A variety of rocks and sand dollars will be provided, and participants are welcome to bring a few small items from home to decorate as well. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)

Bring some color into your summer with tie-dye! Explore different folding, twisting, and dyeing techniques while learning how vibrant tie-dye patterns are created. Each participant will receive a T-shirt to dye and may also bring one additional item from home to personalize. Create something unique, colorful, and completely your own. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)

Bring some color into your summer with tie-dye! Explore different folding, twisting, and dyeing techniques while learning how vibrant tie-dye patterns are created. Each participant will receive a T-shirt to dye and may also bring one additional item from home to personalize. Create something unique, colorful, and completely your own. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)

Bring some color into your summer with tie-dye! Explore different folding, twisting, and dyeing techniques while learning how vibrant tie-dye patterns are created. Each participant will receive a T-shirt to dye and may also bring one additional item from home to personalize. Create something unique, colorful, and completely your own. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)

Watercolor painting is full of surprises! In this playful, hands-on workshop, families will experiment with creative watercolor techniques using texture, soap bubbles, alcohol effects, and more. After exploring a variety of watercolor tricks and effects, participants will create their own colorful masterpiece to take home. Perfect for artists of all ages and experience levels. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)

Watercolor painting is full of surprises! In this playful, hands-on workshop, families will experiment with creative watercolor techniques using texture, soap bubbles, alcohol effects, and more. After exploring a variety of watercolor tricks and effects, participants will create their own colorful masterpiece to take home. Perfect for artists of all ages and experience levels. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)

Watercolor painting is full of surprises! In this playful, hands-on workshop, families will experiment with creative watercolor techniques using texture, soap bubbles, alcohol effects, and more. After exploring a variety of watercolor tricks and effects, participants will create their own colorful masterpiece to take home. Perfect for artists of all ages and experience levels. This workshop is part of our summer Family Art Camp.

ABOUT FAMILY ART CAMP

Discover, create, and make memories together in this four-week family art adventure. Each session introduces a different art medium or technique, from watercolor and painting to tie-dye and rock art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies included.

Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Workshops include:

• Wacky Watercolor (July 20)
• Landscape Painting (July 27)
• Tie-Dye Creations (August 3)
• Rock Painting (August 10)