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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: $35
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Effective Nonprofit Fundraising and Grant Writing
with Bob Reich
Effective Nonprofit Fundraising and Grant Writing
Whether you are asking for organizational contributions, selling school fundraising items, putting on an event, or other requests, is asking for and bringing in funds to support your organization or program a challenge? You are not alone. You don’t have to apologize when asking for support and contributions for your organization. In this course you will learn techniques to bring in funds and resources for your project or organization. This workshop is valuable for staff, Boards, volunteers, and anyone who is involved with raising funds for your nonprofit organization.
Note: instructor will email the Zoom link to all participants prior to the start of class.
Date: November 3, 10, 17, 2025
Schedule: 3-Mondays
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Virtual Via Zoom
Facilitator: Bob Reich
Fee: $110
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Soft Skills Series - From Stuck to Unstoppable: Discover the mindset that moves you forward
with Mark Putnam
Soft Skills Series - From Stuck to Unstoppable: Discover the mindset that moves you forward
Are limiting beliefs and negative thought patterns holding you back? From Stuck to Unstoppable is a transformative course designed to help you break free from mental barriers and unlock the power of a growth mindset. Whether you're facing personal roadblocks, professional stagnation, or just want to maximize your potential, this course will equip you with proven tools, strategies, and mindsets to help you thrive. Get ready to reframe your thinking, rediscover your confidence, and open new doors of opportunity in your life.
Date(s): Session 1 (Morning) - November 04, 2025 - November 18, 2025
Session 2 (Evening) - November 06, 2025 - November 20, 2025
Schedule: 3 - Tuesdays or 3 - Thursdays (depending on session)
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm or 5:00pm-7:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Mark Putnam
Fee: $90
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Sizzle's - International Kitchen
with Charity Abban-Saah
Sizzle's - International Kitchen
Every week we’ll explore a different cuisine from around the world. The vibrant foods of Nigerian and Caribbean cultures will all be part of this amazing cooking class!
Session 1: Jollof Rice & Chicken
Cultural Focus: West African party staple and a symbol of celebration.
Menu:
- Nigerian Jollof Rice
- Oven-roasted/spiced Chicken
- Simple Side Salad
Session 2: Suya & Nigerian Fried Rice
Cultural Focus: Suya as street food and fried rice as a festive dish.
Menu:
- Beef Suya with Yaji spice
- Nigerian Fried Rice
- Spicy Mayo or Suya Sauce
Session 3: Egusi Soup & Fufu
Cultural Focus: Traditional comfort food in many Nigerian homes.
Menu:
- Egusi Soup (melon seed soup with spinach and meat)
- Fufu (pounded yam or cassava)
Session 4: Chef’s Special – Poulet DG
Cameroonian Chicken & Plantain Stew
Tender marinated chicken simmered in a rich tomato and herb sauce, paired with golden fried plantains, bell peppers, carrots, onions, and a hint of West African heat. A bold and colorful dish reserved for Cameroon’s most honored guests – now prepared just for you.
Menu:
- Cameroonian Chicken & Plantain Stew
- Steamed Jasmine rice
- Garlic sautéed greens
Allergens: Contains garlic and nightshades (tomatoes, peppers)
Session 5: TBD
Date(s): Session 1 - August 5, 2025
Session 2 - September 2, 2025
Session 3 - October 14, 2025
Session 4 - November 4, 2025
Session 5 - January 13, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Sizzle's Kitchen
Facilitator: Rotating Chefs
Fee: $110
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Exploring Travel
with Avanti Travel
Exploring Travel
Ready to see the world but not sure where to start? Whether you're dreaming of ocean cruises, river journeys, rail adventures, or escorted land tours, this class will introduce you to the many ways you can explore the globe We'll begin with an overview of cruise travel—discover the differences between ocean, river, and expedition cruises, and learn which style suits your travel goals. Next, we’ll compare various travel styles, including escorted group tours, independent travel, and group travel We’ll explore the flexibility, structure, and social aspects of each option to help you decide what fits your needs You’ll also get inspired by tours of popular destinations across the world—from the castles of Europe and the beaches of the Caribbean to cultural hot spots in Asia and beyond.
Finally, we’ll cover essential tips on what to know before you go: how to choose the right trip, what to pack, safety and travel insurance basics, and how to make the most of your travel budget. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just getting started, this informative and inspiring session will help you confidently plan your next great adventure! Travel planning, itinerary planning, obtaining correct documentation, passports visas etc.
Date(s): Session 1 - Tuesday November 4, 2025
Session 2 - Tuesday November 18, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Avanti Travel
Fee: $35
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Advanced Search Operations
with Matt Loughran
Advanced Search Operations
Advanced firefighter search techniques focus on rapid, methodical searches, prioritizing victim rescue in hazardous environments. Key techniques include VEIS (Vent-Enter-Isolate-Search), oriented searches, and searching with a water can. These methods are employed to efficiently locate victims, assess hazards, and facilitate safe removal, often in challenging conditions like low visibility and high heat.
Date: November 5th - 6th, 2025
Schedule: Wednesday and Thursday
Time: 8:00am - 5:00 pm
Location: Shasta College Main Campus
Facilitator: Matt Loughran and Glen McGuire
Fee: $400
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BAM™ LEGO® Labs: Kids Ages 6-10
with Bricks & Minifigs Redding
BAM™ LEGO Labs: Kids Ages 6-10
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 13, 2025
Session 2 - September 03, 2025
Session 3 - September 24, 2025
Session 4 - October 15, 2025
Session 5 - November 5, 2025
Session 6 - December 3, 2025
Session 7 - January 7, 2026
Session 8 - January 28, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Wednesday
Time: 3:30pm-5:00pm
Location: Bricks & Minifigs Redding
Facilitator: Bricks & Minifigs Staff
Fee: $35
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Siskiyou EDC - Launching Cottage Food Businesses
with SBDC
Siskiyou EDC - Launching Cottage Food Businesses
This two-part course is structured to support entrepreneurs in Siskiyou County who want to learn how to start and grow a cottage food business.
Session 1:
- What are cottage foods and what are permissible in Siskiyou County and how are they defined
- Permitting and licensing
- Labeling requirements and Packaging
Session 2:
- Define products, brand, and vision
- Identifying target audience
- Online marketing and branding
- Industry trends and benchmarks
- Go-to market strategies
Note: The local SBDC has partnered with Shasta College to bring a series of professional development courses. These courses are beneficial to anyone with a small business or those looking to start a small business. Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, and grants with the California Office of the Small Business Advocate. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA or the California Office of the Small Business Advocate. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 72 hours in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to Shasta-Cascade SBDC, Alexander@siskiyoucounty.org, (530)222-8323
Date(s): Session 1 - Wednesday November 05, 2025
Session 2 - Wednesday November 12, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Wednesday ($30 per class)
Time: 6:00pm- 8:00pm
Location: COS - Weed Campus with Hybrid Format Enabled
Facilitator: Quintin Gaddy
Fee: $30.00
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