LEWISTON — Lewiston Adult Education will hold its semi-annual Super Saturday of classes on Oct. 30. All classes will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., unless noted.
Every semester, Lewiston Adult Education chooses one Saturday to hold a variety of single-session day-long courses on many different topics. It will feature workshops in computer technology, trades, wellness and crafts, including:
Microsoft Word in a Day: Participants will review the basics of word processing and then practice using some of the more advanced features in Word to create professional reports, newsletters and business correspondence. $55, plus a $10 lab fee.
Microsoft Excel Workshop: Designed for beginners, the workshop will equip participants with a functional understanding of Excel 2007’s most useful features. $55, plus a $10 lab fee.
CPR, First Aid, AED Training: Participants will build the skills to earn their certification from the American Heart Association. $65, plus a $5 lab fee.
Automotive Basics in a Day: In the introductory car-care class, participants will learn how to change a flat, boost a battery, check and replace fluids, change lights and will also get tips on how to use exhaust color, unfamiliar noises and abnormal vibrations to diagnose a problem with their automobile. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. $33, plus a $5 lab fee.
Women: Explore the Skilled Trades: The workshop will provide an opportunity for participants to explore the possibilities for a career in their choice of two of the following three fields: welding, quality control and installation. 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. $8, plus a $5 lab fee.
Enhance Your Digital Photos: Using Microsoft Photo Editor, participants will learn how to crop, sharpen and enhance their digital photos, and then learn how to safely share them with friends and family on the web. $27, plus $5 lab.
Large Twill Weave Tray: Beginner and veteran basket-weavers in this course will start with a large oval base, and weave in color to create a twill arrow pattern in their tray. $28, plus $20 lab.
Super Saturday Book Arts: The exploration of book arts will introduce participants to art journaling, book-altering and bookbinding as they experiment with painting, collage, adhesives and more. $32, plus $10 lab.
Slice ‘Em and Dice ‘Em Easy Star Border: Quilters will create a quilt top, suitable for an infant quilt, wall-hanging or centerpiece in the workshop. Participants will be mailed a supply list upon registration and will bring their own sewing machines to class. $32, plus $5 lab.
All of the above workshops will meet at Lewiston High School on Saturday, Oct. 30. Lunch will be provided. For more information or to register, visit www.lewistonadulted.org or call 795-4141.
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