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Home and Garden
Fall 2008

Antiques—Antique Liquidation NEW*
ANTIQUE LIQUIDATION. Learn to identify, organize, price and sell personal collections of antiques. Booming opportunities exist with eBay, estate sales, auctions and flea markets. Discover how to effectively market your possessions in these areas. $69
CASS. CODE# 15875. M, 7 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 11/10

Antiques—Discovering
INTRODUCTION TO THE ANTIQUES MARKETPLACE. Delve into the world of antiques and collectibles for love or money. Learn terminology, how to identify authentic antiques and hot collectibles, and how to establish market values and methods to successfully buy and sell items. Internet and appraisal activities done in class. $89
CCGE. CODE# 15606. SA, 10 TO 11:50 A.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 9/1

Decorating—Home Interior
INTERIOR DECORATING TIPS. Discover home decorating trends and basic design principles. Apply color, pattern and texture; accent walls with wallpaper and paint; transform windows with new treatments; add character with accessories; and create furniture arrangements. $169
CCGE. CODE# 14676. T, 7 TO 9:15 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 8 Weeks, Starts Week Of 9/8

Decorating—Interior Redesign
TIME TO REARRANGE AND REDESIGN. Give new life to your home as seen on HGTV by adapting your existing furnishings, art and accessories to current trends. Gather ideas from a professional redesigner on color, furniture placement and lighting. Rearrange and refresh your home and spirit. $44
CCGE. CODE# 14679. W, 7 TO 8:50 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 10/1

Decorating—Redesign/Staging Career
INTERIOR REDESIGN AND HOME STAGING – IS IT FOR YOU? Interior redesign and home staging are the latest avenues in the decorating market for motivated entrepreneurs. GraceAnn Simoni of Yours Redesigned presents techniques and skills needed to start this process for your own home or as a business. $44
CCGE. CODE# 14675. SA, 9 TO 10:50 A.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 10/18

Decorating—Window Treatment Expert
WINDOW TREATMENT DESIGN FOR THE EXPERT DECORATOR. Decorators, designers, workroom specialists and home decorating enthusiasts acquire practical applications, from concept to installation, to design custom window treatments. Take a tour of an actual workroom and design environment. Textbook included. $279
CCGE. CODE# 15624. SA, 9 A.M. TO NOON
Above Class Only – Meets 9 Weeks, Starts Week Of 9/15

Flowers—Cornucopia Centerpiece
CORNUCOPIA FOR THANKSGIVING. Create a colorful fall cornucopia arrangement filled with fresh flowers, wheat cattails and dried leaves for your Thanksgiving table. Bring scissors, a knife and wire cutters; all other materials included. $44
BC. CODE# 14814. SA, 10 A.M. TO NOON
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 11/22

Flowers—Xmas Tree Centerpiece
BOXWOOD CHRISTMAS TREE CENTERPIECE. Embellish your home with a festive Christmas tree centerpiece made from fresh boxwood tips. Trim this traditional table-top tree with your own selected ribbons, lights and ornaments to match your decor. Bring scissors, a knife, wire cutters and tree accessories; all other materials included. $39
NFC. CODE# 14815. TH, 7 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 12/4

Gardening—Container
DESIGNING AND PLANTING A CONTAINER GARDEN. Container gardening is ideal for accessorizing your outdoor spaces. Learn the best plants and methods for successful gardening in pots, boxes and troughs. Observe planting into containers by a professional horticulturalist, then plant your own container. $69
CCGE. CODE# 15627. SA, 10 A.M. TO NOON
Above Class Only – Meets 2 Days, 8/23 And 9/6

Gardening—Fall Color in the Garden NEW*
FALL COLOR IN THE GARDEN. Discover the beautiful colors of fall. Go beyond just trees and shrubs that turn color and learn about perennials and ornamental grasses that will enhance your garden. $29
CCGE. CODE# 15873. SA, 1 TO 3 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 9/13

Gardening—Winterizing the Garden NEW*
WINTERIZING THE GARDEN. Prepare your garden for the harsh winter climate. Learn to transplant and divide perennials, enrich your soil and discuss special treatments needed for evergreens, trees and shrubs. $29
CCGE. CODE# 15874. SA, 10 A.M. TO NOON
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 10/4

Homes—Basic Electricity
ELECTRICITY FOR THE HOMEOWNER. Don’t call the electrician for simple tasks you can easily complete. Learn to install and replace switches, light fixtures, lamps and fuses, as well as fundamentals of house wiring. Become familiar with the National Electric Code and electrical terminology. $119
ADC. CODE# 15765. T, 6:30 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 10/13

Homes—Basic Plumbing
PLUMBING FOR THE HOMEOWNER. Find out if you can “do it yourself.” Learn to install and replace faucets, toilets, kitchen pipes and garbage disposals. Learn the fundamentals of home plumbing and become familiar with plumbing terminology, tools, parts and materials. $119
ADC. CODE# 15764. T, 6:30 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 9/15

Homes—Build New
BUILDING A NEW HOME. Understand the phases, procedures and processes involved with building a new home. Acquire a step-by-step process that includes site selection and acquisition, legal issues, financing, interior and exterior construction, amenities, and accessories. $89
CASS. CODE# 14974. W, 6:30 TO 9:20 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 3 Weeks, Starts Week Of 9/29

Homes—First-Time Buyer
BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME IN TODAY’S MARKET. In today’s real estate market, first-time home buyers need help navigating the process. Ensure a successful experience when selecting a property, negotiating an offer, assessing your finances, budgeting taxes, selecting a mortgage and closing. $39
CCGE. CODE# 14975. T, 6:30 TO 8:30 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 9/16

Homes—Mortgage Shopping
WHAT LENDERS DON’T WANT YOU TO KNOW. New mortgage programs are introduced every month. Traditional mortgages plus other creative types, including 100 percent financing, are covered. Learn the secrets lenders never tell and save dollars on your next mortgage. $39
CASS.. CODE# 14976. T, 6:30 TO 8:30 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 9/30
CCGE. CODE# 14977. TH, 7 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 10/16

Homes—Pocket More Profit
POCKET MORE PROFIT: SELL YOUR HOUSE. Learn the proper steps to sell your home or property yourself and save thousands of dollars in Realtor fees. “For Sale By Owner” is easy once you learn the do’s and don’ts of trends in the market, mortgages and property preparation. $39
NFC. CODE# 15714. T, 7 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 12/2

Homes—Repair
BASIC HOME REPAIR. Perform simple repairs and routine home maintenance without a plumber, carpenter or electrician. Install faucets, light switches, breakers and electrical boxes; repair dry wall; caulk; weather-strip; and more. Hands-on activities included. $179
ADC. CODE# 14285. SA, 9 A.M. TO NOON
Above Class Only – Meets 6 Weeks, Starts Week Of 9/22

Homes—Teardowns
TEARDOWN HOMES: THE PROS AND CONS. The “teardown” process to build a new home involves a thorough evaluation before making a decision. Gather information about good locations, pre-purchase analysis, financing, utility upgrades, permits, property assessment and the tax impact. $69
CASS. CODE# 14978. SA, 9 A.M. TO 1 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 11/1

Landscape—Curb Appeal
PICTURE PERFECT: IMPROVE YOUR HOME’S CURB APPEAL. A professional landscaper will develop a plan from your photos. See your landscape designed in color with a 3-D computer program. Save time and money by avoiding common mistakes and learn about the latest trends. Bring a photo of your home on a flash drive. $49
CCGE. CODE# 15630. SA, 7 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 2 Weeks, Starts Week Of 9/1

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