Learn the basics of painting in oil and acrylic from a qualified, award winning professional painter. With and emphasis on design, value and color we will explore landscape, florals, still life, and more. We will paint directly from life or Alla Prima to gain confidence and skill. The instructor will work one on one with students to address their needs, from beginning to advanced.

Learn secrets your piano teacher never told you in this 3-hour session. Students will learn all the chords needed to play any song, any style, and any key. Students will then perfect their technique at home using the student manual issued during class. A cash or check payment of $29 is required for the student manual and supplies.

Students will learn stitches such as peyote, herringbone, and netting. Additionally, students will be able to work with wire and learn some new bead weaving techniques. A supply fee of $70 is payable to the instructor at the first class.

For oil and acrylic painters with some experience. Work on your own projects with guidance and technical assistance. The instructor will stress design, value relationships, color and emotional impact. There will also be opportunities for Alla Prima still life and Plein Air to keep your skills growing. Through a combination of Individual and group critiques you can judge the effectiveness of your work and find solutions and inspiration to move to the next level in your art.

This class is designed to help advanced level students further develop their extensive skills towards more completed works of art.  You should have experience painting portraits and figures, as well as knowledge and ability in the use of composition, proportions, values, colors, and edges.  You will concentrate on capturing a likeness in fresh vibrant flesh tones in oils or pastels while working from photos or live subjects.  Mr. Varner has studied with many of today’s portrait masters and uses his experience to enhance each student’s quest for personal expression.

Professional artist and instructor Ernest Varner says, “If you can sign your name and I can read it, you can learn to draw and paint portraits and figures. Now that that’s out of the way, let’s have some fun!!” This class is designed to take the mystery out of painting portraits and figures whether you prefer classical realism or impressionism. It will concentrate on capturing a likeness in fresh vibrant flesh tones in oils or pastels while working from photos. Particular attention will be given to understanding light and shadow and how to model light and shadow, with the use of more expressive drawing, value, color, edges and brushwork techniques, to create the illusion of form. Instructor demos, slide presentations, lectures and critiques are intended to enhance students' self expression so they can take their skills to the next level. Mr. Varner has studied with many of today’s portrait masters and brings all of those skills to the classroom to add to each student’s quest for personal expression.

Are you planning your next travel adventure to Italy? Get a head start on the basic communication skills to get the most out of your trip!  Pronunciation, typical greetings, and travel-related dialogue will be covered in a fun learning environment. Enjoy your discovery of cultural observances, while you learn to speak simple phrases in Italian.

Join us for an evening of fun, food and dancing.  *Dinner is served from 6-7 p.m. Dancing/music from 7-9 p.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 470-578-6765, or you can register online. The cost is $20 per person (payable at time of reservation). This secures seating for the program. Doors open at 5:45 p.m

Learn Basic Ballet Barre with stretching to improve strength, flexibility, and balance, all in a safe and non competitive environment. Then enjoy a low impact aerobic to improve stamina and brain power. Finally completing the class with a relaxing cool down.

In this beginning class, learners will be shown QiGong and Tai Chi moves and postures designed to: improve balance, strengthen, and tone muscles, improve concentration, and encourage an overall sense of health and well-being. Students will also be taught QiGong breathing and relaxation techniques. This is done without high impact/strenuous activity. A signed waiver is required prior to start.

This course, expanded from its precursor QiGong/Tai Chi I, will have the same beneficial breathing and exercise techniques but with more advanced skills. Learners will be taught Yang style 48 move Tai Chi as well as advanced QiGong style forms and meditation. Completion of QiGong/Tai Chi I recommended for admission.  A signed waiver is required prior to start.

In this course, the fourth in a series, students will learn about the famous and not-so-famous events and personalities of the Civil War in Georgia.  Recommend Text: Day by Day Through the Civil War in Georgia, by Michael K. Shaffer. (ISBN: 9780881468243.)

It’s common to pair Italian wine with Italian food, or French wine with French food. However, which wines go best with classic American holiday foods? Is there a wine that pairs well with turkey and dressing or one to serve alongside a slice of pecan pie? Let’s explore these topics and more as we examine common food and wine pairing principles. You’ll learn why some pairings are successful and why some are not, and how to choose wines to enjoy with your favorite holiday foods.

The course is designed for students who have completed Part I through IV of the certificate program Spanish Is Fun!, as well as Beyond Spanish Is Fun, or who have intermediate-level skills in Spanish. The primary focus of this course will be on conversation of various topics and themes, including movies, news articles, current events, analysis of expressions.

The course will include a literary analysis of four prominent novels, an introduction to banned and expurgated books in America, and class judgment on the trigger passages" which caused the books to be banned. The four novels:  Toni Morrison, The Bluest Eye, Art Spiegelman, Maus, Margaret Atwood, The Handmaid's Tale, Harper Lee, To Kill a Mockingbird."

This course is designed and specifically organized for students who have completed the 4-part series of Spanish is Fun. Through this class, students will learn about segments of grammar and verb tenses within the Spanish language, as well as Spanish history, culture, and conversation.

This class is open to the students who have a basic knowledge of the Italian language but they want to improve their ability to speak.  We will practice the fundamentals of the language, reviewing basic vocabulary and expressions.  Students will feel more confident when they will have to speak the language, each class will have a topic to talk about.  Don't be shy and jump into the conversation!

This course is designed for students who have completed Parts I through IV of the certificate program, Spanish is Fun! and Pause to Practice. The primary focus of this course will be on basic conversation, listening comprehension and writing skills related to daily life experiences.

This class is open to the students who have a basic knowledge of the Italian language but they want to improve their ability to speak.  We will practice the fundamentals of the language, reviewing basic vocabulary and expressions.  Students will feel more confident when they will have to speak the language, each class will have a topic to talk about.  Don't be shy and jump into the conversation!

This course is designed to introduce students to the French language and francophone cultures. No prior knowledge of French is required. Through a fun, interactive, and communicative approach, you will be placed in real life situations allowing an acquisition of basic language skills. All four language skills (listening, writing, speaking, and reading) will be presented with a strong emphasis on listening and comprehension and oral communication. Various cultural topics will be explored to expand one’s awareness of French culture around the world.

Bienvenue! This course is designed to introduce students to the French language and Francophone cultures. No prior knowledge of French is required. Through a fun, interactive, and communicative approach online, you will be placed in real life situations allowing an acquisition of basic language skills that you can use on your next trip or when you meet a French person. ! A bientôt! Special notice: This class will be delivered online. You will need access to a computer with an internet connection that remains stable for the duration of the class. Though a chat feature is available, a microphone is preferred. For most productive audio/video participation, a webcam and/or headset are encouraged. All virtual classes will be recorded.

Salut! In this follow-up from French I, students will learn: how to order in a restaurant, introduce themselves, and ask about contact information and identity. More useful vocabulary will be incorporated to prior French language skills. This course requires Introduction to French I as a prerequisite.

Sorry, but no offerings are available now. Please come back and check regularly for more information.

Bonjour! Join us in this next French class as we go out to dine and shop for clothes. We will also learn vocabulary for a market visit and look at some typical recipes. Let’s visit Paris and her monuments and hidden gems. This course requires Introduction to French I as a prerequisite or at least some knowledge of the basics in French. See you soon! A bientôt! Special notice: This class will be delivered online. You will need access to a computer with an internet connection that remains stable for the duration of the class. Though a chat feature is available, a microphone is preferred. For most productive audio/video participation, a webcam and/or headset are encouraged. All virtual classes will be recorded.

Expanding from French I-II, students will be exposed to the expression of opinions, and asking and telling the time/dates in French. This course is designed to build upon knowledge previously gained through French I and French II. The class, Introduction to French II is a prerequisite.

Benvenuti! Bravi! This course is designed to introduce students to the Italian language. Students will learn how to express themselves with basic sentences, using verb conjugation and everyday vocabulary. This will be a fun and active course that will allow learners to acquire basic Italian language skills. Italian NOW is a required book for this class. This can be purchased at the KSU bookstore. Please call 470-578-2342 for the price and hours of the bookstore.

Continue your journey in learning la bella lingua". If you have already taken the previous classes or if you have already been exposed to the italian language, this is the class for you. Be ready to speak more in Italian and to deepen your knowledge. we will continue talking about the culture and traditions of Italy in a fun way. Ci vediamo!"

This course is for students who wish to take time aside to practice the simple past, present, and future tenses in Spanish. Students will engage in basic drills and short dialogues in which they will practice alternating among the tenses listed.

Are you planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking country? Do you desire to polish your Spanish skills? In this class, you will learn the fundamentals of Spanish communications including everyday vocabulary, grammar and dialogue by becoming familiar with speaking, reading and writing. This class is ideal for individuals interested in learning a new language or refreshing their Spanish language skills.

This course is designed to introduce students to the Spanish language and become familiar with its similarities with and differences from English. The course will provide students with a beginning vocabulary base and will transition into the introduction of Spanish words, their meanings, and masculine nouns vs. feminine nouns.

The course will begin with a review and practice of elements from Spanish Is Fun - Part I. Students will study and practice numbers in Spanish via individual responses as well as group and partner activities. Students will apply their knowledge of the numbers as they study how to tell time in Spanish.  Following a brief review and practice of the present tense of –ar verbs, students will study regular –er verbs in the present tense. The lesson will explore colors as well as adjectives and adjective opposites and will later expand into a study of asking about and expressing one's personality and character as well as those of another. Finally, specific components of Spanish/Latino culture will be examined and discussed.

This course covers selected components from Chapters 9-12 of Spanish Is Fun, Lively Lessons for Beginners, Book 1. Students will examine the names of various professions and practice expressing one’s and others' professions. Students will then study how to describe location and temporary conditions of people and things versus permanent traits of people and things. Students will study how to express dates, months of the year, and celebrations and events that take place during specific months.

Spanish is Fun! parts I-III are required prior to the enrollment of this course. Students will be provided with new vocabulary related to conversation, dining, and vocabulary when travelling. In addition to this knowledge, students will acquire language skills, such as: more complex sentence structures and vocabulary. 

This hands-on interior decorating course will focus on taking you beyond the basics.  Teaching the latest trends in interior design. You will learn where and how to shop, and how to avoid costly mistakes. With an educational step-by-step plan for your home, you will also learn many kitchen design concepts or media room tips, or accessorizing with the perfect final touches, your spaces will become a beautiful place to welcome you home. Whether creating a relaxing outdoor living space, developing a home theater, or giving you fresh ideas for a kitchen makeover, this course will provide you with the tools and apps to help you succeed.   We’ll take a field trip to D.M. Interiors & Design to learn how to choose and coordinate color palettes of fabric, wallpaper, paint colors, and art that will be aesthetically pleasing as well as functional. You will learn how to create a detailed storyboard for your home. The final class will be a site visit to one lucky student’s home in which the class separates into groups as your group will share decorating tips and ideas with the lucky homeowner.

During this 9-week course, participants have the ability to play, draw conclusions, and develop ways of thinking about the game. While designed for players interested in duplicate bridge, social bridge players are welcome. Books (included in course cost) will be provided by the instructor on the first day of class.

Celebrate the season by joining us in our Gingerbread Baking class!  Learn the techniques of rolling, cutting, and baking your own gingerbread house.  Discover how to “glue” your pieces together using royal icing to assemble and decorate your gingerbread house to take home.  We will also explore traditional gingerbread recipes

It’s common to pair Italian wine with Italian food, or French wine with French food. However, which wines go best with classic American holiday foods? Is there a wine that pairs well with turkey and dressing or one to serve alongside a slice of pecan pie? Let’s explore these topics and more as we examine common food and wine pairing principles. You’ll learn why some pairings are successful and why some are not, and how to choose wines to enjoy with your favorite holiday foods.

In this course, you will be introduced to the basics of interior decorating and the psychology of color and design.  We will discuss how to find or choose your color palette, how to choose the perfect picture or art, select paint color, furniture, lighting, how to choose the best flooring for your home or business, and so much more. You will learn practical decorating concepts to implement into your home or business. You will be introduced to various Interior Design apps that help when visualizing your room or office. The class will also enjoy a hands-on field trip to DM Interiors and Design to explore current trending options in interior design. Our whole class will attend a field trip during our last class.  We will be going to one lucky student's house, and I will give a free interior design consultation for her/his home. This course is perfect for the homeowner or for people considering getting into the interior design business.

This is a fun, basic, hands-on class. Students will use software involving the basics of Microsoft Word. Learn the fundamentals of navigation and selection techniques used in email, and on the Internet. This class uses Microsoft Word 2016 to create, edit, save and print a letter format. Prerequisite: Introduction to PCs.

This course is designed to introduce students to the Spanish language and become familiar with its similarities with and differences from English. The course will provide students with a beginning vocabulary base and will transition into the introduction of Spanish words, their meanings, and masculine nouns vs. feminine nouns.

The course will begin with a review and practice of elements from Spanish Is Fun - Part I. Students will study and practice numbers in Spanish via individual responses as well as group and partner activities. Students will apply their knowledge of the numbers as they study how to tell time in Spanish.  Following a brief review and practice of the present tense of –ar verbs, students will study regular –er verbs in the present tense. The lesson will explore colors as well as adjectives and adjective opposites and will later expand into a study of asking about and expressing one's personality and character as well as those of another. Finally, specific components of Spanish/Latino culture will be examined and discussed.

This course covers selected components from Chapters 9-12 of Spanish Is Fun, Lively Lessons for Beginners, Book 1. Students will examine the names of various professions and practice expressing one’s and others' professions. Students will then study how to describe location and temporary conditions of people and things versus permanent traits of people and things. Students will study how to express dates, months of the year, and celebrations and events that take place during specific months.

Spanish is Fun! parts I-III are required prior to the enrollment of this course. Students will be provided with new vocabulary related to conversation, dining, and vocabulary when travelling. In addition to this knowledge, students will acquire language skills, such as: more complex sentence structures and vocabulary. 

This course offers an introduction to Amazon and the selling opportunities available for third-party merchants. Students will learn how to set up a merchant's account and which type is best for you, and how to list and price products on the Amazon platform. Class will also cover how to use Amazon's fulfillment service and why.

Participants enrolled in this seminar will learn all about eBay. This includes: an introduction to eBay, eBay safety, a synopsis of opportunities available on eBay, setting up a secure seller's account, pricing strategies, putting together a complete listing, and completing the sale.

Back to the basics as your instructor covers the following: The 3 documents everyone MUST HAVE in retirement The USELESS WILL-it’s a good thing! Basics of a Revocable Living Trust How to avoid DEATH Probate and LIVING Probate How to BLOW UP 401K’s and IRA’s with unnecessary TAXATION How to accidentally disinherit children and grandchildren 2ND marriage solutions in Estate Planning What to do if you have a Retirement Account and a Revocable Living Trust Beneficiary Form mistakes to avoid-Retirement Accounts, Life Insurance, Annuities

Are you in your 2nd marriage? Join us as we navigate through thoughtful considerations on how to design your estate plan. Do you have children from prior marriages? You will not want to miss this class as we show you how to benefit your spouse without accidentally disinheriting your children. Instructors will give you thoughtful information to help you gain insight on how to avoid today's biggest estate planning mistakes.

Medicare plans can be confusing!  Join us so that you can better plan your benefits strategy or help you guide your parents in their choices. Learn the many facets and particulars of Medicare.  Gain a foundation of Medicare Part A, B, C (Medicare Advantage) and D (Prescription Drug Plan) and Medicare Supplement plans.  Learn what factors to include in choosing the right plan.  We discuss Pros and Cons of growing trend of working past age 65 at your employer but leaving employer benefits plan to enroll in Medicare plan to save money on premiums.

This course is designed for those with a desire to learn how to sell on the internet. This class will introduce students to topics such as: how to get started, what options are available for a quick start up, proven methods for fast entrance into the world of ecommerce, and the utilization of various platforms.

This course offers an introduction to Amazon and the selling opportunities available for third-party merchants. Students will learn how to set up a merchant's account and which type is best for you, and how to list and price products on the Amazon platform. Class will also cover how to use Amazon's fulfillment service and why.

Participants enrolled in this seminar will learn all about eBay. This includes: an introduction to eBay, eBay safety, a synopsis of opportunities available on eBay, setting up a secure seller's account, pricing strategies, putting together a complete listing, and completing the sale.

This course teaches students how to use the Microsoft Office Program, Excel. Students will learn how to: make columns of information, manipulate large amounts of data, insert basic formulas, use auto format and auto fill, and create a presentable spreadsheet. Additionally, students can learn how to make a graph from their data.

Designed for those with some basic knowledge of computers, students will learn: how to properly identify and use hardware/software, technology shortcuts, parts of the computer, proper operation of the mouse, and examination of computer storage. Windows 10 will be used in this course.

Get the full advantage of this neat gadget!  We cover all the following in this quick 3-hour class: Setup – connection to phone Review of controls within the phone for the watch Review of buttons/dials on watch Common uses – answer call, receive a text, ping my phone Fancier Features - Check my heart rate, emergency contacts

Join us for this fun and informative class with all sorts of tips, tricks, tools and “how tos” for your iPad.  You will learn how to navigate your device like a pro.  We will take you through the latest features of home screen customization, explore a few functions of the Camera and Photo apps, guide you through the App store, and share a few of our favorite tips.  Bring your own iPad or use one of ours.

This class will review the main functionalities of the iPhone from models 6 to 12 including the SE, the MINI, the X and the XR.  Come learn what you need to know to use your iPhone without stress or concern.  The course will review the following topics:  How to determine which model you have, power and battery maintenance, volume settings, brightness, do not disturb, finger gestures, sending and receiving texts, saving pictures from texts, opening and sending email, saving pictures received in email, and sending pictures with an email.

This is a fun, basic, hands-on class. Students will use software involving the basics of Microsoft Word. Learn the fundamentals of navigation and selection techniques used in email, and on the Internet. This class uses Microsoft Word 2016 to create, edit, save and print a letter format. Prerequisite: Introduction to PCs.

This course is designed for those with a desire to learn how to sell on the internet. This class will introduce students to topics such as: how to get started, what options are available for a quick start up, proven methods for fast entrance into the world of ecommerce, and the utilization of various platforms.

Learn the core functions and features of the Windows 10 interface, which includes how to: set up multiple desktops, organize your start screen, utilize search tools, mark up and share websites, install and use apps, view multiple email accounts in one application, and much more!