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- Filipino Home Cooking - Making Traditional Lumpia
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Fee: $45.00
Item Number: 44484
Dates: 10/12/2026 - 10/12/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Days: M
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Percy Ribada Pepa's Lumpia
Filipino Lumpia is loved by all! This class shares the love and art of making traditional Lumpia, a Filipino staple, and loved food throughout the west coast. Lumpia is a popular Filipino dish, from a country of over 115 million. It can be likened to a spring roll or egg roll, with a vast variety of ways to prepare, with fillings as diverse as the Filipino people. This class will teach you how to prepare it at home for all to enjoy!
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- Backyard Permaculture: Creating Balance - Beauty meets Efficiency
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Fee: $49.00
Item Number: 43806
Dates: 10/12/2026 - 10/12/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: M
Sessions: 1
Campus: Online
Room: Online - Req Class Meetings
Instructor: Cheryl Wheeler
Explore the principles of permaculture and discover how to apply sustainable, regenerative design to a garden or other outdoor space. In this two-hour introductory class, participants will learn how to facilitate healthy, low-maintenance ecosystems that work in harmony with nature. Whether you have a small garden, a large yard, or a community space, this class will provide you with a solid starting point for making any green space more productive, resilient, and environmentally friendly.
No prior experience is required—anyone with an interest in gardening is welcome.
Suggested supplies: a notebook or paper, and a pencil with eraser.
This class is pooled with Edmonds College.
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- Bookmaking for Beginners: Handmade Hardbound Journals - The Timeless Craft of Bookbinding
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Fee: $89.00
Seats Available: 2 / 12
Item Number: 39422
Dates: 10/13/2026 - 10/20/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Tu
Sessions: 2
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 7, Room 207
Instructor: Sara Smith
Explore the timeless craft of bookbinding in this hands-on workshop where you'll create two beautiful handmade journals while learning both Coptic and Case binding techniques. Over two evening sessions, students will sew pages, construct covers, assemble book boards, and work with decorative papers to create books that are both functional and artistic.
The class is structured to allow time for adhesives to cure between sessions, providing an opportunity to experience the complete process used in traditional hardcover book construction.
Along the way, you'll learn about paper selection, book structure, and finishing techniques. Finished books measure approximately 5 × 7 inches and can be used as journals, sketchbooks, recipe collections, or keepsakes.
All materials are included, though students are welcome to bring favorite 12x12 cardstock papers and/or personal photos or mementos to personalize book covers.
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- Sound Bath Journey - Calm and Reset Yourself
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Fee: $19.00
Seats Available: 6 / 14
Item Number: 42171
Dates: 10/14/2026 - 10/14/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Days: W
Sessions: 1
Campus: Poulsbo
Room: Poulsbo Bldg P1, Room 120
Instructor: Danielle Guthrie
Come reset your nervous system, relax your body, and calm your mind through the power of sound.
How does sound healing work? When our bodies are in a state of inflammation or stress, our cells vibrate at a faster rate than our natural frequency. After prolonged periods of stress, it can become like a disease in the body, mind, and spirit. Humans are mostly water, and sound waves move through our bodies like ripples in a lake or ocean. When our bodies align with the resonance of sound, we strengthen our life force energy and feel better. Sound healing benefits everyone but can especially help those looking to reset their nervous system, relax the body, and calm the mind.
The class will have guided meditations that begin each sound experience, which are also wonderful for those who desire a deeper mind/body connection and want to tap into their imagination in new ways.
Students should bring a yoga mat or something comfortable to lay on and wear comfortable clothing and bring anything they need to feel cozy (pillows, blankets, etc.)
If you'd like to learn more about Danielle, you can check out her web site at Entropy Healing or visit her YouTube Channel. This course is located on the OC Poulsbo Campus.
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- Developing Workplace Readiness Certificate - Teamwork
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Fee: $0.00
Item Number: 39460
Dates: 10/16/2026 - 10/16/2026
Times: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Days: F
Sessions: 1
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 4, Room 306
Instructor: Joe Crain
Teamwork is an introductory course designed to provide learners with a foundational understanding of effective collaboration in group settings. The course covers the characteristics of successful teams, decision-making in teams, leadership in teams, basic project planning & time management, and goal setting.
By the end of Teamwork, students should have acquired a comprehensive understanding of effective teamwork principles and practices.
A certificiate will be provided for students that complete all five classes in the series.
This class is brought to us by Saint Vincent de' Paul.
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- Flagging Certification - Get Nationally Certified
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Fee: $115.00
Item Number: 38471
Dates: 10/17/2026 - 10/17/2026
Times: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Building: OL011
Room: Bremerton Bldg 11, Room 117
Instructor: Claire Pruitt
Become a certified flagger. Students who successfully pass the course receive a certification valid for three years.
Become a certified flagger by learning safety for both the public and fellow employees. Learn how to manage interference from vehicle/pedestrian traffic, learn proper use of traffic control devices and other flagger duties. Certification issued upon passing exam.
Students who successfully pass the course receive a certification valid for three years in Washington and an additional certification accepted nationally.
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- Before You Go: End of Life Planning Workshop - Get Ready for the Final Journey
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Fee: $59.00
Item Number: 43807
Dates: 10/17/2026 - 10/24/2026
Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 2
Campus: Online
Room: Online - Req Class Meetings
Instructor: Wakil Matthews
“We’re all going to die, and we don’t know when,” says Rev. Bodhi Be, a mentor of the instructor and director of a non profit funeral home in Hawaii. Given that important and poignant truth, there are many things we can do to prepare ourselves and save our loved ones time and stress. In this class, we will explore legal documentation, practical considerations, relational networks, wishes for your memorial and your body’s disposition, and much more. All of this information is valuable to anyone regardless of age or state of health.
Each class session has built-in time after the presentation for questions and deeper discussion. The instructor will follow up with a checklist and a document with extensive resources to help you complete and maintain your end-of-life preparations.
This class is pooled with Edmonds College.
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- Hard Cider 101 - Making to Tasting
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Fee: $109.00
Item Number: 39444
Dates: 10/17/2026 - 10/24/2026
Times: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 2
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Sister's Cider House
A hard‑cider‑making class that feels as comfortable as your own kitchen: In this two‑day, hands‑on workshop, you’ll move step‑by‑step through the full cider‑making journey—from fermentation basics to separating, filtering, back‑flavoring, and carbonation. Each participant receives the materials needed to produce three liters of cider crafted to their own taste.
Whether you’re curious about the process or ready to begin a new hobby, you’ll leave with practical skills, flavorful results, and the confidence to talk cider like a seasoned enthusiast.
Students will bring home a bottle of their own cider blend. Class will take place at Sister's Cider House on Bainbridge Island.
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- Inside Washington Salmon Hatcheries - Science, Culture and Economics
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Fee: $59.00
Item Number: 39457
Dates: 10/17/2026 - 10/17/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Jeanine McDonnell
Step inside the world of Washington's salmon hatcheries and discover how science, culture, and conservation come together to sustain this iconic species. During this immersive field experience, you will follow the salmon's journey from tiny fertilized eggs to ocean travelers and their astonishing return to freshwater to spawn. Learn how hatchery biologists and tribal partners manage each life stage through careful broodstock selection, spawning techniques, rearing practices, and strategies that protect genetic diversity. Whether you are curious about ecology, fisheries, or tribal stewardship, this visit offers a deeper understanding of the science and culture behind healthy salmon runs.
Class comes to completion with a short hike through the forest adjacent to the hatchery which has been fertilized and fed by years of Salmon carcasses.
Located in North Kitsap. Address will be sent to class participants. Washington Educator STEM clock hours are available for this course. To request clock hours, please let the instructor know and email continuinged@olympic.com.
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- Personal Cyber Security - Simple Ways to Improve Security in your Everyday Life
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Fee: $69.00
Item Number: 43808
Dates: 10/19/2026 - 10/21/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: M W
Sessions: 2
Campus: Online
Room: Online - Req Class Meetings
Instructor: John Herring
Take control of your digital safety. In this practical, beginner-friendly cybersecurity course, you'll learn how to recognize threats, protect your personal information, and make informed security decisions in an increasingly connected world. Combining foundational cybersecurity concepts with real-world applications, the course focuses on simple, effective steps anyone can take to enhance their digital and physical security.
Designed for learners of all ages and technical backgrounds, this course covers everyday cybersecurity challenges and provides practical solutions you can start using right away.
Gain the knowledge, confidence, and awareness needed to better protect yourself, your family, and your devices in today's ever-changing threat landscape.
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- Construction Projects - Career in Construction Management
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Fee: $25.00
Item Number: 40377
Dates: 10/21/2026 - 10/21/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Days: W
Sessions: 1
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 7, Room 218
Instructor: Kelli Bays
This class introduces students to the wide range of career opportunities in construction management. Learn how professionals oversee projects to meet time, budget, and quality goals. Additional career paths in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors will be discussed, including the growing presence of women in the field.
We will also explore opportunities to take on the owner’s representative role where you manage a project on behalf of the owner, ensuring that the project is completed on time, on budget and to required quality standards.
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- Fused Glass with Eastern Wind Glass - Christmas Votives
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Fee: $80.00
Item Number: 40392
Dates: 10/22/2026 - 10/22/2026
Times: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 1
Location: OLOFS
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Dixie Armfield-Rogerson
Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing two fused glass Christmas Votives -- a personal touch for your holiday festivities, or as a holiday gift.
With guidance at every step and all materials provided you’ll leave with two vibrant pieces made entirely by you.
Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.
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- Art Workshops with Donna Letterese - Natural Narratives: Northern Saw-Whet Owls
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Fee: $49.00
Item Number: 38458
Dates: 10/22/2026 - 10/22/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 1
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 4, Room 123
Instructor: Donna Letterese
Explore mixed media techniques inspired by nature, this class will look at Northern Saw-Whet Owls in an old growth forest.
In this short, hands on workshop, you’ll practice drawing, layering, and creative mark making to capture both character and environment. Whether you’re new to art or building your skills, you’ll leave with a finished piece, new mixed media confidence, and a deeper understanding of your materials. All materials are supplied.
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- Line Dancing Series - Oldies But Goodies: Get Your Boogie On!
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Fee: $70.00
Item Number: 39452
Dates: 10/22/2026 - 11/19/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 5
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 9, Room 1
Instructor: One More Time Dance Company
Work off some holiday calories while having a fun time learning four oldie-but-goodie line dances! Line dance is taught in a fun, friendly, and inclusive environment. During each session, in addition to learning a variety of line dances, you’ll also learn and become familiar with dance steps, terminology, and the counts for each of the dances taught.
This Oldies but Goodies session will focus on the following songs:
- I Like It I Love It
- Good Times
- Texas Stomp
- Watermelon Crawl
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- Poetic Spaces - Artistic Exploration with Mixed Media
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Fee: $109.00
Item Number: 39423
Dates: 10/24/2026 - 10/31/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 2
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 7, Room 207
Instructor: Janice Tayler
Thoughtful composition, subtle details, and expressive use of line and color can build the atmosphere and meaning of your work. This workshop blends technique and intuition to help you create evocative, poetically inspired mixed-media pieces.
Through guided exercises and the study of famous artists, you will explore core concepts such as perspective, the rule of thirds, and tonal composition.
Over two sessions, you will practice thumbnail sketching, prepare photo transfers, and develop a final drawing. By the end, you’ll complete a dynamic mixed-media piece and gain a deeper understanding of the creative process.
Materials list for Poetic Spaces
- 3 photocopies of student photograph of choice (i.e. landscape of natural or city environment).
- Laser photocopy with high contrast must be made to complete the photo transfer project.
- Graphite pencils – 4b, 6b and 8b
- Black or colored markers (fine and medium tipped)
- Blue or black ink pen (regular ballpoint pen)
- Watercolor paint – payne’s grey, titanium white and 1 color of choosing
- 4 oz bottle of liquid matte medium (for photo transfer project, layering and adhering collage papers)
- Choice of collage papers (i.e. tissue paper, heavy card stock, newspaper, colored bond paper) *Instructor will be bringing samples.
- 2 watercolor brushes small and medium *Michaels or craft stores better for this. You can buy single instead of a kit
- 1 pad of mixed media paper
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- Fused Glass with Eastern Wind Glass - Christmas Tree
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Fee: $100.00
Item Number: 40395
Dates: 10/25/2026 - 10/25/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Days: Su
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Dixie Armfield-Rogerson
Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing a fused glass Christmas tree -- a personal touch for your holiday festivities, or a meaningful gift for friends or family.
With guidance at every step and all materials provided (including a wood base), you’ll leave with a vibrant piece made entirely by you.
Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.
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- Sweets & Breads - French Macarons from Scratch
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Fee: $55.00
Item Number: 39438
Dates: 10/25/2026 - 10/25/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Days: Su
Sessions: 1
Campus: Online
Room: Online
Instructor: Michele Sweeney
Bake along with Chef Michele as you learn how to make classic French macarons from scratch. You’ll master the techniques behind these delicate cookies, from smooth batter to perfect shells with crisp edges and soft, chewy centers.
In class, you’ll make vanilla macarons filled with a strawberry chocolate ganache. Along the way, you’ll learn how to adjust flavors and create variations like peppermint white chocolate and fruit-infused ganache so you can customize your macarons for any season.
This class breaks the process down step by step so you can follow with confidence and avoid common mistakes.
You’ll receive a shopping and equipment list 5 days before class, a prep packet with recipes and Zoom link 2 days before class, and a full video replay after class.
One registration covers up to two people cooking together in the same kitchen.
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- AI for Personal Budgeting - Simple, Safe Tools for Everyday Finances
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Fee: $49.00
Item Number: 43809
Dates: 10/26/2026 - 10/26/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: M
Sessions: 1
Campus: Online
Room: Online - Req Class Meetings
Instructor: Cheryl Wheeler
Learn how to use today’s free AI tools to make budgeting simpler, clearer, and less stressful. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll practice using AI to build a realistic personal budget and translate financial jargon into plain language—no math or technical background required. Using free versions of tools like Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, and ChatGPT, you’ll see practical ways AI can help you identify and categorize your spending, explain your bills, and navigate complex financial websites. A strong focus is placed on safety and privacy, including what not to share, how to redact documents easily, and how to avoid bad deals and misinformation.
This class is pooled with Edmonds College.
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- Canva Essentials for Small Business Marketing - Create Polished Marketing Graphics
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Fee: $69.00
Item Number: 39437
Dates: 10/27/2026 - 11/3/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Tu
Sessions: 2
Campus: Online
Room: Online - Req Class Meetings
Instructor: Sara Smith
Learn how to create clear and polished marketing graphics for your business using Canva.
Canva is an easy-to-use online design tool that allows anyone to produce professional looking visuals without needing prior design experience. In this two-session class, the first evening focuses on social media graphics. You will learn to use templates, choose fonts and colors, and export graphics sized correctly for common platforms. The second evening focuses on your website and email newsletter.
We will create a homepage banner, a blog or page header image, and a simple email newsletter header.
You will leave class with ready to use graphics and the confidence to update and maintain your visuals over time.
Students should have access to a computer (desktop/laptop) and access to a Canva account (the free version is fine).
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- Fused Glass with Eastern Wind Glass - Christmas Ornaments
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Fee: $45.00
Item Number: 39428
Dates: 11/1/2026 - 11/1/2026
Times: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Days: Su
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Dixie Armfield-Rogerson
Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing 3 personalized Christmas Ornaments - a personal touch for your holiday festivities, or as a meaningful holiday gift.
With guidance at every step and all materials provided you’ll leave with three ornaments made entirely by you.
Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.
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- The World of Pacific Northwest Truffles - The Nose Knows: How Dogs Find Northwest Truffles
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Fee: $35.00
Item Number: 47828
Dates: 11/3/2026 - 11/3/2026
Times: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Tu
Sessions: 1
Campus: Online
Room: Online - Req Class Meetings
Instructor: Alana McGee
Hidden beneath the mossy forest floor, Pacific Northwest truffles are one of nature’s most elusive and extraordinary culinary treasures. Truffles grow underground, give no visible sign, and are worthless if harvested early — which is why the best truffle hunters in the world work with a dog.
This session goes inside that partnership: what a dog is actually smelling, how to read one at work, and what it takes to train your own. Includes live footage of working dogs, an honest look at which dogs make good candidates (hint: it isn't about breed), and what a changing climate means for where we hunt this season.
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- Introduction to iNaturalist - Learn How to Use the Leading Tool in Community Science
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Fee: $49.00
Item Number: 44465
Dates: 11/4/2026 - 11/4/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: W
Sessions: 1
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 4, Room 123
Instructor: Sable Burgess
This course will introduce you to iNaturalist, the leading tool in Community Science, and show you how to contribute to real scientific data with your everyday observations of plants, mushrooms, birds, bugs, and everything in between!
We’ll cover how to actually navigate through the app and website, how to take good photos for identification, and how to search through iNaturalist’s robust observation database to learn more about the life around you.
This wonderful tool, being presented by a certified iNaturalist Ambassador can help you figure out where to hunt for Chanterelles or where to go to spot Kingfishers, or whatever form of life you’re hoping to encounter!
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- Fused Glass with Eastern Wind Glass - Christmas Tree
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Fee: $100.00
Item Number: 39433
Dates: 11/6/2026 - 11/6/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Days: F
Sessions: 1
Building: OLOFS
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Dixie Armfield-Rogerson
Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing a fused glass Christmas tree -- a personal touch for your holiday festivities, or a meaningful gift for friends or family.
With guidance at every step and all materials provided (including a wooden stand), you’ll leave with a vibrant piece made entirely by you.
Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.
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- Build Your Own Mushroom Logs - Become a Mushroom Farmer
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Fee: $39.00
Item Number: 39447
Dates: 11/7/2026 - 11/7/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 9, Room 1
Instructor: Shelly Warren
In this one day workshop Coral will teach you how to make your own mushroom log using fresh cut logs and mushroom spawn plugs. You will be able to take home and keep your log once inoculated and grow your own edible mushrooms at home.
This course will teach you how to build and inoculate your homemade mushroom logs. Learn how to develop your own series of mushroom logs for year round culinary mushrooms.
The instructor will supply Alder and some Douglas Fir. If your plugs thrive in another species, please feel free to bring in your own log:
- Lion's Mane, Shitake and Oyster can grow on Maple.
- Shitake and Lions Mane can grow on Douglas Fir.
- Shitake and Oyster can grow on Alder.
- Oyster, Lion's Mane and Shitake can grow on Apple and most Fruit Tree Wood.
If you have a cordless drill, please bring it to class along with a 3/8" drill bit.
Students are responsible to supply their own spore plugs, and can be purchased at the Olympia Farmer's Market or online at North Spore.
This class is approved for Washington Educator STEM clock hours. To request clock hours, please let the instructor know and email continuinged@olympic.com.
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- Fused Glass with Eastern Wind Glass - Garden Mushroom
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Fee: $125.00
Item Number: 44469
Dates: 11/7/2026 - 11/7/2026
Times: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Dixie Armfield-Rogerson
Make a 10" fused glass mushroom for your garden or entryway. Your choice of glass colors and patterns -- match your decor or shake it up a bit! Bring a beautiful piece of wood or a clear vase for the base of the mushroom. All glass included.
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- Sweets & Breads - Holiday Pie Baking
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Fee: $55.00
Item Number: 39439
Dates: 11/8/2026 - 11/8/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Days: Su
Sessions: 1
Campus: Online
Room: Online - Req Class Meetings
Instructor: Michele Sweeney
Flaky or cardboard… what’s going on with pie crust? It’s not luck. Bake along with Chef Michele in this live online class and learn the science and technique behind creating tender, foolproof pie crusts you can rely on every time.
You’ll make and bake a salted caramel apple pie with a classic lattice top right from your own kitchen. Along the way, you’ll build confidence working with dough, learn how to avoid common mistakes, and understand what actually makes a crust tender and flaky.
You’ll also get recipes for chocolate cream pie, pumpkin pie, and Chef Michele’s personal favorite, cheesecake so you can expand your holiday baking lineup.
You’ll receive a shopping and equipment list 5 days before class, a prep packet with recipes and Zoom link 2 days before class, and a full video replay after class.
One registration covers up to two people cooking together in the same kitchen.
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- Filipino Home Cooking - Mushroom Adobo
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Fee: $45.00
Item Number: 44485
Dates: 11/9/2026 - 11/9/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Days: M
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Percy Ribada Pepa's Lumpia
Filipino adobo is the unofficial national dish and cooking method of the Philippines, featuring meat, seafood, or vegetables simmered in a savory, tangy sauce made of vinegar. This class will honor Filipino culture while celebrating this month’s Kitsap Mushroom Festival. Learn how to make mushroom adobo at home for everyone to enjoy!
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- Fun With Flora - Botanical Illustrations
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Fee: $109.00
Item Number: 44476
Dates: 11/9/2026 - 11/30/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Days: M
Sessions: 4
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 4, Room 123
Instructor: Donna Letterese
Bring the beauty of nature to life through botanical illustration. In this class, you'll learn how to observe, sketch, and render plants with remarkable detail, combining scientific accuracy with artistic expression. As you develop your skills, you'll create illustrations that celebrate the unique forms, patterns, and textures found in the botanical world.
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- Mind Altering Mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest - Understand the Science
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Fee: $39.00
Item Number: 39455
Dates: 11/10/2026 - 11/10/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Tu
Sessions: 1
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 4, Room 306
Instructor: Aaron Hilliard
This is an educational lecture about the hallucinogenic and psychoactive mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest. The Northwest corner of the United States is a hotbed of "active" species of mushrooms.
Join Aaron Hilliard-mycology educator and YouTube personality as he explains what these mushrooms are, their history and origins, and the specific species that grow in the beautiful evergreen state.
Some of these non-assuming mushrooms contain extremely powerful chemicals but can be tricky to identify. Aaron will elucidate these species with colorful photos and vivid descriptions, as well as some anecdotal stories.
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- Hand-Carved Linocut Stamps and Prints - Holiday Cards and More
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Fee: $89.00
Item Number: 39421
Dates: 11/12/2026 - 11/19/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 2
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 7, Room 207
Instructor: Sara Smith
Celebrate the season with handmade art in this beginner-friendly linocut printmaking workshop.
In this two evening session, you will learn how to transfer a design, safely carve a linoleum block, apply ink, and create multiple prints from a single carving. Choose from a variety of supplied patterns or create your own design to produce greeting cards, gift tags, and small art prints perfect for gifting, decorating, or framing.
No drawing skills are required as traceable designs will be available. You'll also gain an understanding of printmaking tools, materials, and techniques, including image transfer, carving methods, inking, and registration.
All materials are included and you’ll go home with your re-usable stamps, plus at least 6 cards or prints.
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- The World of Pacific Northwest Truffles - In Season: Finding and Using Northwest Truffles
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Fee: $35.00
Item Number: 47829
Dates: 11/12/2026 - 11/12/2026
Times: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 1
Campus: Online
Room: Online - Req Class Meetings
Instructor: Alana McGee
Hidden beneath the mossy forest floor, Pacific Northwest truffles are one of nature’s most elusive and extraordinary culinary treasures.
Early November is the front edge of our truffle season, making this a practical primer for anyone who wants to get out and look.
We'll cover the species worth knowing, the habitat signatures that mark a promising site, and the skill nobody teaches— judging ripeness by aroma and other important factors, which is the difference between a prize and a worthless lump. Plus harvest ethics, kitchen handling, and a frank word about truffle oil.
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- Beginning Ballroom Dance - Cha-Cha
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Fee: $79.00
Item Number: 39425
Dates: 11/12/2026 - 12/17/2026
Times: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 5
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 9, Room 1
Instructor: LB Bryant
Step into the world of social dance with this exciting series featuring waltz, tango, and salsa! Guided by LB Bryant of Port Orchard Dance, you’ll learn the fundamentals of each style—from the graceful flow of the waltz to the dramatic flair of tango and the lively rhythms of salsa. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refine their skills, these classes focus on movement, musicality, and connection. No partner required—singles are always welcome!
Learn to dance the cha-cha in a fun, friendly and supportive class taught by an experienced dancer. The cha-cha is a lively, flirtatious dance originating in 1950s Cuba. It is characterized by small, fast steps, hip movements, and a distinctive triple-step (chassé) danced to a 4/4 rhythm. Come dance with us!
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- Forklift Operator Certification - Learn to Maneuver a Forklift
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Fee: $199.00
Item Number: 38449
Dates: 11/13/2026 - 11/13/2026
Times: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Days: F
Sessions: 1
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 12, Room 200
Instructor: TomKat Safety LLC
Learn to maneuver a forklift through an obstacle course. Instruction includes machine design, product handling, pre-shift inspection, and on-site logistics. Review WISHA and OSHA requirements.
Certification issued upon successful completion of both the didactic learning and the field driving.
This course is offered through TomKat Safety.
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- Flagging Certification - Get Nationally Certified
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Fee: $115.00
Item Number: 38478
Dates: 11/13/2026 - 11/13/2026
Times: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Days: F
Sessions: 1
Campus: Shelton
Room: Shelton Bldg S2, Room 116
Instructor: Andrea Pollard
Become a certified flagger by learning safety for both the public and fellow employees. Learn how to manage interference from vehicle/pedestrian traffic, learn proper use of traffic control devices and other flagger duties. Certification issued upon passing exam.
Students who successfully pass the course receive a certification valid for three years in Washington and an additional certification accepted nationally.
This class is located on the OC Shelton Campus.
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- Photography - A Photographic Walk in the Woods
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Fee: $45.00
Item Number: 44478
Dates: 11/14/2026 - 11/14/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Brian Walsh
Capture the colors, textures, and quiet beauty of autumn on this guided photography walk through Illahee Forest Preserve.
As part of Mushroom Week, this outdoor class invites you to explore fall foliage, forest canopies, wildlife, and fungi through your lens.
Learn how to take sharp, well-exposed photos in natural light with tips from an experienced instructor. Be ready to hike easy, unpaved trails and embrace the changing weather.
Nature doesn’t pose for your shoot, but it always performs in all its beauty.
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- Sweets & Breads - Holiday Bread Baking: Yeast & Quick Breads
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Fee: $55.00
Item Number: 39441
Dates: 11/14/2026 - 11/14/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Campus: Online
Room: Online - Req Class Meetings
Instructor: Michele Sweeney
Bake along with Chef Michele in this live online class and learn how to make three versatile breads perfect for the holiday season while building confidence with both yeast and quick bread techniques.
You’ll make a soft, buttery garlic and herb Parker House–style pull-apart loaf using a yeast-based dough, perfect for sharing at holiday dinners. You’ll also bake a gingerbread streusel coffee cake, a quick bread that’s ideal for breakfast or hosting guests and freezes beautifully.
In addition, you’ll prepare cheddar chive buttermilk biscuits to freeze and bake later, giving you a ready-to-go option for fresh biscuits without the day-of effort.
This class focuses on approachable techniques so you can understand the difference between yeast and quick breads and feel confident making both at home.
You’ll leave with go-to recipes and practical skills you can use all season long.
You’ll receive a shopping and equipment list 5 days before class, a prep packet with recipes and Zoom link 2 days before class, and a full video replay after class.
One registration covers up to two people cooking together in the same kitchen.
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- Forest and Stream Ecology of the PNW - Hiking a Salmon Run in Kitsap’s Last Old Growth Forest
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Fee: $39.00
Item Number: 44460
Dates: 11/15/2026 - 11/15/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: Su
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Amy Lawrence
Explore Kitsap County’s last remaining old growth forest at the Rhododendron Preserve. This class will consist of an outdoor hike of approximately 1.5 miles (round trip) down a deeply forested valley to the banks of one of the County’s most pristine and productive salmon streams.
You’ll see local Chum and Coho salmon completing their epic life cycle, observing their migration and spawning behaviors up close.
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- Understanding Pearls: Sea Floor to Jewelry Store - Know What You're Buying
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Fee: $69.00
Item Number: 43811
Dates: 11/16/2026 - 11/18/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Days: M W
Sessions: 2
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 6, Room 110
Instructor: John Herring
Discover the fascinating world of pearls. This course explores the science, history, and beauty behind one of nature's most treasured gems. Designed for anyone with an interest in jewelry, gemstones, fashion, or natural history, you'll gain both foundational knowledge and practical insight into pearls and the pearl jewelry industry.
Through engaging discussions and real-world examples, you'll learn how pearls are formed, the differences between major pearl types, the animals that produce them, and the methods used to cultivate and harvest them. We'll also explore pearl grading, treatments, and the rich history of pearls in jewelry and culture.
Along the way, we'll separate fact from fiction by examining common myths and misconceptions about pearls, helping you better understand what makes these gems unique and valuable. Whether you're a jewelry enthusiast, a curious learner, or simply someone who has always wondered how pearls come to be, this course will leave you with a deeper appreciation for these remarkable natural treasures.
And if you enjoy this class, don't miss the chance to make your own pearl bracelet in December!
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- Sound Bath Journey - Calm and Reset Yourself
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Fee: $19.00
Seats Available: 12 / 14
Item Number: 42173
Dates: 11/17/2026 - 11/17/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Days: Tu
Sessions: 1
Campus: Poulsbo
Room: Poulsbo Bldg P1, Room 120
Instructor: Danielle Guthrie
Come reset your nervous system, relax your body, and calm your mind through the power of sound.
How does sound healing work? When our bodies are in a state of inflammation or stress, our cells vibrate at a faster rate than our natural frequency. After prolonged periods of stress, it can become like a disease in the body, mind, and spirit. Humans are mostly water, and sound waves move through our bodies like ripples in a lake or ocean. When our bodies align with the resonance of sound, we strengthen our life force energy and feel better. Sound healing benefits everyone but can especially help those looking to reset their nervous system, relax the body, and calm the mind.
The class will have guided meditations that begin each sound experience, which are also wonderful for those who desire a deeper mind/body connection and want to tap into their imagination in new ways.
Students should bring a yoga mat or something comfortable to lay on and wear comfortable clothing and bring anything they need to feel cozy (pillows, blankets, etc.)
If you'd like to learn more about Danielle, you can check out her web site at Entropy Healing or visit her YouTube Channel. This course is located on the OC Poulsbo Campus.
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- Fused Glass with Eastern Wind Glass - Christmas Votives
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Fee: $80.00
Item Number: 39435
Dates: 11/18/2026 - 11/18/2026
Times: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Days: W
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Dixie Armfield-Rogerson
Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing two fused glass Christmas Votives -- a personal touch for your holiday festivities, or as a holiday gift.
With guidance at every step and all materials provided you’ll leave with two vibrant pieces made entirely by you.
Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.
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- Explore the Magical Kingdom of Fungi with a Foray into the Forest - Science You Can Eat
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Fee: $139.00
Item Number: 39453
Dates: 11/18/2026 - 12/5/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: W Sa
Sessions: 4
Location: Bremerton Building 11
Room: 117
Instructor: Aaron Hilliard
Explore the magical kingdom of fungi!
Join us and acquire a basic understanding of fungi ecosystems. This class is for outdoors lovers, scientists, naturalists, herbalists, foragers, and chefs.
Day 1 = Dive Into the Science - What are fungi
Day 2 = Wild Mushrooms - Foraging & Mushroom Identification
Day 3 = EthnoMycology - Mushroom Cultivation, Current and Historic Uses of Fungi
After the first three classes are completed Aaron will guide a foray into the forest to get your feet on the ground and your hands on the mushrooms!
The class will consist of three in-classroom sessions on Wednesdays, then a final Saturday hike. The mushroom foray will be located at a park in South Kitsap on the scheduled Saturday. Address will be sent to class participants.
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- Art Workshops with Donna Letterese - Natural Narratives: Pileated Woodpeckers on a Shelf Mushroom-Covered Tree
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Fee: $49.00
Item Number: 38461
Dates: 11/19/2026 - 11/19/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 1
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 4, Room 123
Instructor: Donna Letterese
Explore mixed media techniques inspired by nature. In this short, hands on workshop, you’ll practice drawing, layering, and creative mark making to capture both character and environment. Whether you’re new to art or building your skills, you’ll leave with a finished piece, new mixed media confidence, and a deeper understanding of your materials.
This session's subject will be pileated woodpeckers in the trees with various shelf mushrooms growing.
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- Mixed Media Acrylic Painting - Textured Landscape Paintings
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Fee: $49.00
Item Number: 38448
Dates: 11/21/2026 - 11/21/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 7, Room 208
Instructor: Janice Tayler
Explore the vibrant world of textured landscape painting in this hands-on, workshop designed for artists of all levels. You will learn to create dynamic acrylic landscapes using palette knives, gels, pastes, and layering techniques that bring depth and movement to your work.
You will receive personalized instruction and feedback tailored to your artistic goals. Whether you're new to acrylics or looking to expand your technique, this workshop offers a supportive environment to experiment, develop your style, and complete your own textured landscape masterpiece.
Supplies needed by the student:
- 1 Stretched Canvas - 16 x 20 inches
- 1 Pad of mixed media paper - 9 x 12
- 8 oz tube of matte medium (liquitex basic)
- 8 oz tube of regular gel gloss medium (liquitex basic)
- 4 tubes of .74 oz liquitex basic paint - red, yellow, blue & white
To view some of Janice's work, visit her website: www.janicetayler.com
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- Fused Glass with Eastern Wind Glass - Christmas Ornaments
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Fee: $45.00
Item Number: 39430
Dates: 11/28/2026 - 11/28/2026
Times: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Dixie Armfield-Rogerson
Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing three fused glass Christmas oarnaments -- a personal touch for your holiday festivities, or a meaningful gift for friends or family.
With guidance at every step and all materials provided you’ll leave with a vibrant piece made entirely by you.
Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.
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- Flagging Certification - Get Nationally Certified
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Fee: $115.00
Item Number: 38480
Dates: 12/5/2026 - 12/5/2026
Times: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Building: OL011
Room: Bremerton Bldg 11, Room 117
Instructor: Claire Pruitt
Become a certified flagger. Students who successfully pass the course receive a certification valid for three years.
Become a certified flagger by learning safety for both the public and fellow employees. Learn how to manage interference from vehicle/pedestrian traffic, learn proper use of traffic control devices and other flagger duties. Certification issued upon passing exam.
Students who successfully pass the course receive a certification valid for three years in Washington and an additional certification accepted nationally.
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- Create Your Own Custom Pearl Bracelet - A Great Holiday Gift Idea!
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Fee: $79.00
Item Number: 43813
Dates: 12/5/2026 - 12/5/2026
Times: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 4, Room 306
Instructor: John Herring
Join us for a hands-on pearl bracelet workshop with Jon from Hey Pearl! Thinking about a personal Holiday Gift? Come make your own custom bracelet—no experience needed.
Whether you’re coming with friends or just looking for something fun and creative to do, this is the perfect way to spend your afternoon.
Hey Pearl will provide all the materials as Jon guides you step-by-step, so you can relax, have fun, and leave with something you’ll actually wear, or produce a beautiful heartfelt holiday gift.
What’s included:
- All materials to create your pearl bracelet
- Step-by-step guidance
- A fun, relaxed, creative atmosphere
And don't miss the chance to learn all about pearls in November before you make your own bracelet!
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- Sound Bath Journey - Calm and Reset Yourself
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Fee: $19.00
Seats Available: 13 / 14
Item Number: 42174
Dates: 12/9/2026 - 12/9/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Days: W
Sessions: 1
Campus: Poulsbo
Room: Poulsbo Bldg P1, Room 120
Instructor: Danielle Guthrie
Come reset your nervous system, relax your body, and calm your mind through the power of sound.
How does sound healing work? When our bodies are in a state of inflammation or stress, our cells vibrate at a faster rate than our natural frequency. After prolonged periods of stress, it can become like a disease in the body, mind, and spirit. Humans are mostly water, and sound waves move through our bodies like ripples in a lake or ocean. When our bodies align with the resonance of sound, we strengthen our life force energy and feel better. Sound healing benefits everyone but can especially help those looking to reset their nervous system, relax the body, and calm the mind.
The class will have guided meditations that begin each sound experience, which are also wonderful for those who desire a deeper mind/body connection and want to tap into their imagination in new ways.
Students should bring a yoga mat or something comfortable to lay on and wear comfortable clothing and bring anything they need to feel cozy (pillows, blankets, etc.)
If you'd like to learn more about Danielle, you can check out her web site at Entropy Healing or visit her YouTube Channel. This course is located on the OC Poulsbo Campus.
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- Fused Glass with Eastern Wind Glass - Christmas Votives
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Fee: $80.00
Item Number: 39436
Dates: 12/10/2026 - 12/10/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Dixie Armfield-Rogerson
Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing two fused glass Christmas Votives -- a personal touch for your holiday festivities, or as a holiday gift.
With guidance at every step and all materials provided you’ll leave with two vibrant pieces made entirely by you.
Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.
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- Fused Glass with Eastern Wind Glass - Christmas Trees
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Fee: $100.00
Item Number: 39434
Dates: 12/12/2026 - 12/12/2026
Times: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Dixie Armfield-Rogerson
Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing a fused glass Christmas tree -- a personal touch for your holiday festivities.
With guidance at every step and all materials provided (including a wooden stand), you’ll leave with a vibrant piece made entirely by you. This course could be a great holiday gift.
Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.
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- Fused Glass with Eastern Wind Glass - Christmas Ornaments
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Fee: $45.00
Item Number: 39431
Dates: 12/12/2026 - 12/12/2026
Times: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Dixie Armfield-Rogerson
Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing three fused glass Christmas ornaments-- a personal touch for your holiday festivities, or a meaningful gift for friends or family.
With guidance at every step and all materials provided, you’ll leave with a vibrant piece made entirely by you.
Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.
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- Filipino Home Cooking - Holiday Desserts Special: Leche Flan and Banana Fritters
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Fee: $45.00
Item Number: 44487
Dates: 12/14/2026 - 12/14/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Days: M
Sessions: 1
Campus: Offsite
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Percy Ribada Pepa's Lumpia
Filipino Flan is a silky custard dessert topped with a rich caramel sauce. Leche flan is the Filipino version—a custard made with only egg yolks, condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla. If you go to a Filipino holiday dinner, Leche flan is a common dessert found at most parties. Learn how to make it at home in time for the holidays!
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- Art Workshops with Donna Letterese - Natural Narratives: Black-Capped Chickadees
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Fee: $49.00
Item Number: 38463
Dates: 12/17/2026 - 12/17/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 1
Campus: Bremerton - Main Campus
Room: Bremerton Bldg 4, Room 123
Instructor: Donna Letterese
Explore mixed media techniques inspired by nature. In this short, hands on workshop, you’ll practice drawing, layering, and creative mark making to capture both character and environment. Whether you’re new to art or building your skills, you’ll leave with a finished piece, new mixed media confidence, and a deeper understanding of your materials.
This session's subject will be Black-Capped Chickadees on winter branches filled with berries .
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- Introduction to Facilities Maintenance with Tessera - Hands-on Training for Building Trades Careers
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Fee: $0.00
Item Number: T0005
Dates: 1/4/2027 - 3/16/2027
Times: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Days: Daily
Sessions: 50
Location: West Sound Technical Skill Center
Instructor: Robert Uber
Learn Maintenance and Repair Basics: Hands-on training for building trades careers
This comprehensive 200‑hour program offered through Tessera is designed to give you foundational, hands‑on skills across core building trades: basic carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing. This training prepares you for general maintenance roles, OSHA credentials, and further opportunities.
All applicants must pass a background check to be considered for enrollment. Because this program is fully inclusive and serves individuals who may be considered vulnerable, we are required to follow the DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions. Candidates who meet these requirements will be eligible to move forward to attend an instructor-led screening. Final acceptance into the program requires instructor approval. Applicants will be contacted after applying to complete a Washington State Patrol Background Check Authorization form.
About this class:
- Application is open to all, ages 18 and over
- Applicants with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply
- Students must pass a background check based on DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions
- Students must be able to make decisions independently
- Students must be able to safely perform fine and gross motor tasks
- Classes are small and hands-on, with 2 instructors guiding 20 adult students
- Tessera will pay students a stipend of $18.75 per hour
- Learn to use power saws, drills, and nail guns
- Classes will be held at West Sound Technical Skill Center
- Work with a team of people on maintaining and repairing facilities equipment
Contact & Questions
- Applicants will be contacted primarily via email.
- All questions about the screening process, course details, and stipends should be directed to TechTrades@tessera.org
- Questions on the online application process should be directed to continuingeducation@olympic.edu, 360-475-7142.
- This course listing is posted in partnership with Tessera (formerly Skookum).
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- Introduction to Facilities Maintenance with Tessera -
- REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.
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Fee: $0.00
Item Number: T0004
Dates: 8/31/2026 - 11/10/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Days: M Tu W Th
Sessions: 40
Building: OLOFS
Room:
Instructor: Robert Uber
Learn Maintenance and Repair Basics: Hands-on training for building trades careers
This comprehensive 160‑hour program offered through Tessera is designed to give you foundational, hands‑on skills across core building trades: basic carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing. This training prepares you for general maintenance roles, OSHA credentials, and further opportunities.
All applicants must pass a background check to be considered for enrollment. Because this program is fully inclusive and serves individuals who may be considered vulnerable, we are required to follow the DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions. Candidates who meet these requirements will be eligible to move forward to attend an instructor-led screening. Final acceptance into the program requires instructor approval. Applicants will be contacted after applying to complete a Washington State Patrol Background Check Authorization form.
About this class:
- Application is open to all, ages 18 and over
- Applicants with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply
- ASL interpretation or CART services will be provided for Deaf and Hard of Hearing participants. Please let staff know after joining waitlist if you require ASL or CART services
- Students must pass a background check based on DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions
- Students must be able to make decisions independently
- Students must be able to safely perform fine and gross motor tasks
- Classes are small and hands-on, with 2 instructors guiding 20 adult students
- Tessera will pay students a stipend of $18.75 per hour
- Learn to use power saws, drills, and nail guns
- Classes will be held at West Sound Technical Skill Center
- Work with a team of people on maintaining and repairing facilities equipment
Contact & Questions
- Applicants will be contacted primarily via email.
- All questions about the screening process, course details, and stipends should be directed to TechTrades@tessera.org
- Questions on the online application process should be directed to continuingeducation@olympic.edu, 360-475-7142.
- This course listing is posted in partnership with Tessera (formerly Skookum).
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- Exercise Dance - Dance for Everyone, Get Your Body Moving
- REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.
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Fee: $79.00
Item Number: 39286
Dates: 9/14/2026 - 10/19/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Days: M
Sessions: 6
Building: OL009
Room: Bremerton Bldg 9, Room 3
Instructor: Miranda Rhodes
Let’s get moving! Come unlock your body and mind and find your inner voice. This movement practice will allow you to feel good in your body and will support a positive body image for participants of all ages.
The class will provide the opportunity to build connection and community with others. If you are looking to carve out some time for yourself, tap into your creativity, manage stress, and increase health and well being this class is for you!
You will first be guided through modern dance warm ups, stretching, strengthening, and conditioning followed by improvisation and movement generating activities. This is a great class for new moms or anyone looking for a gentle and fun way to get back in touch with your body.
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- Electrical Theory: Direct Current Basics - Jump Start Your Electric Vehicle Technology Career
- REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.
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Fee: $750.00
Item Number: 38893
Dates: 10/6/2026 - 11/5/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Days: Tu Th
Sessions: 10
Building: OLOFS
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Aaron Lickel
Upon successful completion of the course, students will have a comprehensive understanding of DC electrical principles, preparing them for advanced training opportunities. This course serves as an excellent entry point for individuals looking to enter the rapidly growing field of electric vehicle technology.
This course will be held in Bremerton.
For more on course details, expectations and location, please contact Olympic College Continuing Education at continuingeducation@olympic.edu or call 360-475-7142.
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- Beginning Ballroom Dance - Salsa
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Fee: $79.00
Item Number: 39424
Dates: 10/8/2026 - 11/5/2026
Times: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 5
Building: OL009
Room: Bremerton Bldg 9, Room 1
Instructor: LB Bryant
Step into the world of social dance with this exciting series featuring waltz, tango, and salsa! Guided by LB Bryant of Port Orchard Dance, you’ll learn the fundamentals of each style—from the graceful flow of the waltz to the dramatic flair of tango and the lively rhythms of salsa. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refine their skills, these classes focus on movement, musicality, and connection. No partner required—singles are always welcome!
Salsa is a high-energy, Latin dance which still thrives in social settings, including clubs world wide. Its roots are anchored in Afro-Caribbean culture. It is characterized by a rapid, intricate, rhythmic footwork, and a three-step weight change, often enhanced with a sensual flavor.
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- Ceramics for Fun - Intro to the Pottery Wheel
- REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.
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Fee: $165.00
Item Number: 44453
Dates: 10/10/2026 - 10/24/2026
Times: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Days: Sa
Sessions: 3
Building: OLOFS
Room: Offsite Location See Notes
Instructor: Kelly Cochran
The class is intended for those who want additional practice or for those who want to try out the pottery wheel for the first time but unsure if they want to commit to a class. By the end of class students will have a single glazed piece and will understand ceramic terms like bat, rams head, coning, opening, leather hard, bone dry, bisque and glaze.
The class is off campus on Bainbridge Island at Lost Forest Ceramics at 11236 Sunrise Drv NE, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110.
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