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Ethanol Emergencies
with Frank Friend

Ethanol Emergencies
Upon the completion of this course, participants will have knowledge related to ethanol and ethanol-blended fuels including the use, chemical and physical characteristics, transportation modes, transfer operations, basics of foam, suggested responder tactics and strategies and environmental issues.
The course will start with an introduction to the online platform the asynchronous and interactive course will be presented on. Once completed you will then dive right into the topic of Ethanol Emergencies.
Since this course is asynchronous you will have 24/7 access to the course during the start and end dates for the course. Though the course is asynchronous, you will also be able to contact the instructor during the course to discuss the topic as needed by you or the instructor.
Date: September 22, 2025 - October 03, 2025
Schedule: 2-weeks
Time: Asynchronous Online
Facilitator: Frank Friend
Fee: $80
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BAM™ LEGO® Labs: Homeschoolers or School Field Trips Ages 6-17
with Bricks & Minifigs Redding

BAM™ LEGO Labs: Homeschoolers or School Field Trips Ages 6-17
Brought to you by Bricks & Minifigs Redding (BAM™ Redding) BAM™ LEGO Labs: 90 Minutes of pure LEGO fun!
Get ready to unleash your creativity and engineering skills in the BAM™ LEGO Lab! In this hands-on, fast paced course, you’ll design, build, and race your very own custom derby car using LEGO bricks. You’ll get to compete in a series of thrilling derby races. Each race will test your design, strategy and speed as you go head-to-head with your fellow builders.
Next up, you’ll face exciting LEGO challenges that will push your problem solving abilities to the limit and encourage team work and healthy competition. But the excitement doesn’t stop there! The grand finale the course includes a personal touch: you’ll get to build your very own custom minifigure to take home as a keepsake from your BAM™ LEGO Lab adventure.
By the end of the course, you’ll have put your skills to the test, all while having a blast with other fans of LEGO. Are you ready? Let’s build!
Date(s): Session 1 - August 11, 2025
Session 2 - September 01, 2025
Session 3 - September 22, 2025
Session 4 - October 13, 2025
Session 5 - November 3, 2025
Session 6 - December 1, 2025
Session 7 - January 5, 2026
Session 8 - January 26, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Monday
Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm
Location: Bricks & Minifigs Redding
Facilitator: Bricks & Minifigs Staff
Fee: $45
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BAM™ LEGO® Labs: Adults Only 16+
with Bricks & Minifigs Redding

BAM™ LEGO Labs: Adults Only 16+
Brought to you by Bricks & Minifigs Redding (BAM™ Redding) BAM™ LEGO Labs: 90 Minutes of pure LEGO fun!
Get ready to unleash your creativity and engineering skills in the BAM™ LEGO Lab! In this hands-on, fast paced course, you’ll design, build, and race your very own custom derby car using LEGO bricks. You’ll get to compete in a series of thrilling derby races. Each race will test your design, strategy and speed as you go head-to-head with your fellow builders.
Next up, you’ll face exciting LEGO challenges that will push your problem solving abilities to the limit and encourage team work and healthy competition. But the excitement doesn’t stop there! The grand finale the course includes a personal touch: you’ll get to build your very own custom minifigure to take home as a keepsake from your BAM LEGO Lab adventure.
By the end of the course, you’ll have put your skills to the test, all while having a blast with other fans of LEGO. Are you ready? Let’s build!
Date(s): Session 1 - August 11, 2025
Session 2 - September 01, 2025
Session 3 - September 22, 2025
Session 4 - October 13, 2025
Session 5 - November 3, 2025
Session 6 - December 01, 2025
Session 7 - January 05, 2026
Session 8 - January 26, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Monday
Time: 5:15pm-6:45pm
Location: Bricks & Minifigs Redding
Facilitator: Bricks & Minifigs Staff
Fee: $45
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Travel - FREE Travel Presentation - RSVP
with Jay Fehan of Collette Travel

FREE Travel Presentation
Please RSVP! Space is limited, please sign up for this free presentation to reserve your seat.
If you would like to learn more about these trips before making the commitment, join us for an entertaining, colorful, and informative trip preview. Our Collette Travel representative will be present to provide all the information about the travel arrangement, travel destinations, accommodations, prices, what is included, and much more.
We will be covering: Sicily & Malta (Italy), Costa Rica, American Heritage, Greece, and more! Come learn more about these exciting new trips.
Date(s): Session 1: July 24, 2025 Hybrid (Zoom and In-Person) - Thursday 5-6PM
Session 2: September 22, 2025 Hybrid (Zoom and In-Person) - Monday 6-7PM
Schedule: 1 - Thursday or 1 - Monday
Time(s): 5:00pm-6:00pm or 6:00pm-7:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center, Room 9205
Facilitator: Jay Fehan, Collette Travel Representative
Fee: Free
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Techniques for Managing a Nonprofit Organization
with Bob Reich

Techniques of Managing a Nonprofit Organization
Do you want an overview to learn, understand or review the techniques and functions of operating and managing a nonprofit organization and how they work together? This class can be valuable for staff, volunteers, or Board members, those considering starting a nonprofit organization, or want a refresher on needs and processes.
Note: the instructor will email the Zoom link to participants prior to the start of class.
Date: September 22, 29, October 6, 2025
Schedule: 3-Mondays
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Virtual Via Zoom
Facilitator: Bob Reich
Fee: $110
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BAM™ LEGO® Labs: Youth Ages 11-15
with Bricks & Minifigs Redding

BAM™ LEGO Labs: Youth Ages 11-15
Brought to you by Bricks & Minifigs Redding (BAM™ Redding) BAM™ LEGO Labs: 90 Minutes of pure LEGO fun!
Get ready to unleash your creativity and engineering skills in the BAM™ LEGO Lab! In this hands-on, fast paced course, you’ll design, build, and race your very own custom derby car using LEGO bricks. You’ll get to compete in a series of thrilling derby races. Each race will test your design, strategy and speed as you go head-to-head with your fellow builders.
Next up, you’ll face exciting LEGO challenges that will push your problem solving abilities to the limit and encourage team work and healthy competition. But the excitement doesn’t stop there! The grand finale the course includes a personal touch: you’ll get to build your very own custom minifigure to take home as a keepsake from your BAM™ LEGO Lab adventure.
By the end of the course, you’ll have put your skills to the test, all while having a blast with other fans of LEGO. Are you ready? Let’s build!
Date(s): Session 1 - August 12, 2025
Session 2 - September 02, 2025
Session 3 - September 23, 2025
Session 4 - October 14, 2025
Session 5 - November 4, 2025
Session 6 - December 2, 2025
Session 7 - January 6, 2026
Session 8 - January 27, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 3:30pm-5:00pm
Location: Bricks & Minifigs Redding
Facilitator: Bricks & Minifigs Staff
Fee: $45
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Sizzle's - Sausage Making
with Donny Dichirico

Sizzle's - Sausage Making
In each class, students will make their own sausage from start to finish in this dynamic cooking class. Additionally, we will prepare one or more side dishes to create a full meal to share at the end.
8/12/25 – Sicilian Sausage with Scialatielli Pasta ("Unkempt Hair") in Pomodoro Sauce, served with Breadsticks
9/23/25 – Andouille Sausage with Cajun Corn Maque Choux and Bananas Foster Bread Pudding
10/7/25 – Italian Sausage with Bell Peppers & Onions, served alongside Radicchio Risotto*
11/18/25 – Irish Sausage with Colcannon and Soda Bread
1/27/26 – Yellow Thai Curry Sausage with Egg Fried Rice and Sugar Dumpling**
*Gluten Free **Gluten and Dairy Free (Gluten Free Soy Sauce)
Date(s): Session 1 - August 12, 2025
Session 2 - September 23, 2025
Session 3 - October 7, 2025
Session 4 - November 18, 2025
Session 5 - January 27, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Sizzle's Kitchen
Facilitator: Donny Dichirico
Fee: $100
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Finance - Investments, Annuities and Income in Retirement - Putting it All Together
with Ric Komarek

Investments, Annuities and Income in Retirement - Putting it All Together
Learn how to better manage your investments, avoid costly mistakes, and develop an income plan that can provide income security for life.
Date: September 23, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center, Downtown Redding, 1401 California Street, 2nd Floor, Room: 9205
Facilitator: Ric Komarek, CFP
Fee: $45
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