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Writers - Write a Riveting Mystery, Suspense, or Crime Story
with LeeAnne Krusemark
Write a Riveting Mystery, Suspense, or Crime Story
Become a mystery writer for fun or profit! You will discover the different sub-genres and three-act story structure of mystery writing and create an intriguing cast of characters. Learn how to research and pick your setting, make sure your opening grabs readers’ attention, use “red herrings” to misdirect your readers and create suspense until you’re ready for the final reveal. Publishing options will also be discussed.
Date: Friday, October 18, 2024
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Live Via Zoom
Facilitator: LeeAnne Krusemark
Fee: $49
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Writers - Write Your First Novel in 90 Days
with LeeAnne Krusemark
Write Your First Novel in 90 Days!
This intensive course provides a schedule of crafting a novel from start to finish, which you can finish in as little as 90 days! This class will also help you stay motivated throughout the journey. You will learn how to: select your novel genre and develop a compelling premise; create multidimensional characters and immersive settings; craft a detailed plot outline; manage your time to keep your writing flow consistent; combat common roadblocks including writer’s block; master the art of self-editing: refining your plot, and fixing pacing, dialogue, and characterization problems; receive constructive criticism from beta readers; explore publishing options. By the end of this class, you will know how to complete your novel and have the knowledge and confidence to move forward with the publishing process.
Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
Time: 8:00am - 10:00am
Location: Live Via Zoom
Facilitator: LeeAnne Krusemark
Fee: $49
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Day Trip - Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
with Darlene Montgomery
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
Join in the fabulously festive fun as the World Pumpkin Capital of Half Moon Bay will be bursting out in orange to celebrate its bountiful fall harvest and autumn splendor with a top shelf festival lineup, featuring: fine art and crafts from local made-on-the-coast artists, a world-class and diverse lineup of 275 professional artists and fine craft makers; fabulous foods; delectable delicious drinks including premium wines from Half Moon Bay Winery, seasonal craft beer, pumpkin-infused ales, and artisanal cocktail; with stellar live music on stage and street.
Double your fun and bring family and friends along with you to enjoy the day.
To learn more about this great event, go to: https://pumpkinfest.miramarevents.com/
Date: Sunday, October 20, 2024
Schedule:
- Depart at 6:30am from the Shasta College Redding Main Campus, 11555 Old Oregon Trail, North Parking Lot; and return at 9:30pm, North Parking Lot. Return time may vary due to Bay Area traffic.
- Motor coach will be stopping in Red Bluff at 7:00am at the Adobe Chevron Mini Mart on North Main Street, Red Bluff to pick up Red Bluff passengers. Please park in the empty lot next to the Mini Mart, do not park in their customer-only parking area.
- We will be making a dinner stop on the way home. Location TBA.
Travel Host: Darlene Montgomery
Fee: $99
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Non-Profit: Strengthen the Functioning and Effectiveness of Your Board
with Bob Reich
Strengthen The Functioning and Effectiveness of Your Board
How does your board function? Do they understand their roles and responsibilities? What is strong and what is missing? How do you choose, manage, evaluate, and utilize your board members? The board legally and functionally responsible for everything in the organization, yet many board members do not know or understand their roles and responsibilities.
Date: October 22, 2024
Schedule: Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Virtual Via Zoom
Facilitator: Bob Reich
Fee: $49
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Note: the instructor will email the Zoom link to participants prior to the start of class.
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Travel - International: The Shades of Ireland
with Jay Fehan of Collette Travel
The Shades of Ireland
10 DAYS - Rates - $3,969 pp double INCLUDING air and transportation to the SFO airport (requesting a non-stop flight from SFO)/ $4,469 single.
Departing: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Deposit Amount: A deposit of $698 per person is due upon reservation.
Final Payment Due: Aug 24, 2024
Departure Gateway: San Francisco Intl Airport
For more information and to book your reservation for this trip, visit: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1224254
Travel Itinerary -
Day 1: Wednesday, October 23, 2024 Overnight Flight Anticipation mounts as you make your way toward the Emerald Isle and its many wonders. Rich history, rolling hills and warm smiles lie ahead in Dublin, Waterford, Killarney and Limerick. With tomorrow comes quintessential Ireland.
Day 2: Thursday, October 24, 2024 Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins Get a taste of old Dublin. Tonight, you and your fellow travelers revel in a traditional Irish evening, including regional cuisine.
Day 3: Friday, October 25, 2024 Dublin. Today, it’s your choice! Choose to ride with a local guide to see St. Patrick’s Cathedral, O’Connell Street, the National Gallery, and the historic Phoenix Park -OR- choose a walking tour of the city’s historic center, exploring St. Stephen’s Green, Grafton Street, and the General Post Office. Either way, what follows is an afternoon to discover Dublin’s charms on your own. Later, you may join an optional tour to the Guinness Storehouse, followed by dinner at a contemporary restaurant showcasing Irish cuisine.
Day 4: Saturday, October 26, 2024 Dublin - Kilkenny - Waterford. Step back in time and begin the day in the medieval splendor of 12th century Kilkenny on the River Nore. Then, in Waterford, embark on a leisurely paced walking tour of Ireland’s oldest city. It’s your choice! Tour the Waterford Crystal factory and learn how exquisite crystal has been made for centuries -OR- visit the Medieval Museum for a guided tour and a glass of wine in the 15th-century Mayor’s Wine Vault.
Day 5: Sunday, October 27, 2024 Waterford - Blarney Stone - Killarney The legend goes that those who kiss the Blarney Stone gain the gift of eloquence – give it a try if you wish at historic Blarney Castle. Cross into County Kerry and continue on to charming Killarney. Enjoy a traditional jaunting car ride* through Killarney National Park before boarding a boat* and sailing through the breathtaking lakes in the company of an expert boatman. Tonight, it’s Diner’s Choice... choose your included dinner from a "menu" of Killarney’s great restaurants.
Day 6: Monday, October 28, 2024 Killarney - Ring of Kerry - Killarney Take in the rugged coastline as you loop your way around the picturesque Ring of Kerry, past pristine beaches, quaint villages and majestic landscapes. At the Gap of Dunloe, shop for local artisan-made crafts. The night is free for reminiscing about the day as you find your own authentic taste of Irish culture.
Day 7: Tuesday, October 29, 2024 Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - Limerick Today brings you to the dramatic, 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher for cinematic views of the mighty Atlantic. Continue to Limerick, where a panoramic city tour showcases King John's Castle and the Treaty Stone. Delve into the fascinating history of the "city of the violated treaty." This evening you may join an optional medieval banquet dinner, hosted in a castle.
Day 8: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 Limerick - Galway - Limerick. Pass through the windswept, limestone landscape of the Burren, known for its stark beauty and Neolithic tombs. See border collies in action during a traditional sheepdogdemonstration. Continue on to Galway for a brief tour that showcases “The City of Tribes.” Return to Limerick to relax over dinner.
Day 9: Thursday, October 31, 2024 Limerick - Kilbeggan - Kingscourt. You don’t have to be a connoisseur to appreciate the old-world heritage of Ireland’s whiskey territory. Your journey brings you to Kilbeggan in the heart of Ireland, where a superb distillery brings whiskey craftsmanship to life and gives you a taste of the final product. Top your day off with an overnight stay on the stately grounds of Cabra Castle, where you toast the end of a memorable trip during an elegant dinner.
Day 10: Friday, November 1, 2024 Kingscourt - Tour Ends Your journey ends in Kingscourt.
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Non-Profit: A Nonprofit IS a Business and Needs to Be Operated That Way
with Bob Reich
A Nonprofit IS a Business and Needs to Be Operated That Way
Many people do not view nonprofits as a business, which can create problems. A nonprofit MUST be run in a business-like manner to ensure success and survival. This workshop will show you how nonprofits are a business, with some variations from a for-profit business.
Date: October 29, 2024
Schedule: Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:00pm
Location: Virtual Via Zoom
Facilitator: Bob Reich
Fee: $39
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Note: the instructor will email the Zoom link to participants prior to the start of class.
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Shotokan Karate - Session 3
with Brad Marsh
SHOTOKAN KARATE - Session #3
Shotokan Karate is the authentic traditional karate for the mind, body and spirit!! Don’t miss Shotokan Karate for teens and adults. Get stronger physically and mentally!! This class focuses on basics including stances, blocks, punches, kicks, and Kata which is pre-arranged fighting forms. This class is a combined class of beginning and intermediate levels. The class may be split into two concurrent groups as needed, based on skill levels.
Your instructor is Brad Marsh, a 4th Degree Black Belt of Shotokan Karate of America. This class is for men, women, and youths ages 10 and up.
Dates: November 4 - December 19, 2024 (no class Nov. 11, 25, 28)
Schedule: Mondays/Thursdays, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Shasta College Redding Main Campus, Building 2100, Room 2165
Facilitator: Brad Marsh
Fee: $69
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Non-Profit: Effective Fund Raising and Grant Writing
with Bob Reich
Effective 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.
Date: November 6, 13, 20, 2024
Schedule: 3-Wednesdays, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Virtual Via Zoom
Facilitator: Bob Reich
Fee: $99
Note: instructor will email the Zoom link to all participants prior to the start of class.
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