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Notary Public Certification
with Tracy Boyum, Masters Notary Academy
6- Hour CA Notary Public Course and Exam
This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and professional skills necessary to become a proficient California notary public and prepare for the State’s examination.
In addition, this course will satisfy the California State’s mandatory education requirement of reviewing notary laws and practices for current notary public professionals seeking reappointment. The successful applicant will become a more valuable employee or be able to start his/her own community business.
California State Proctors will administer the Notary Examination at the end of the class.
IMPORTANT: Class starts promptly at 8:00am. Please check in at the door prior to 8:00. Due to the mandated time to be in class, students who arrive after 8:30 will NOT be admitted, no exceptions. No refunds will be granted.
Class Schedule:
- 8:30-3:30 Class
- 8-8:30 Check-in/photos for application
- 10:30-10:40am break
- 12:00pm- 12:40pm lunch
- 2:00pm- 2:10pm break
- 3:30-4:30 Check-in for Exam
- 4:30-5:30 State Exam
PLEASE NOTE: There will be appropriate breaks throughout the day as well as a (no-host) lunch break. Participants may bring a cooler with beverages and food. There are also many places to eat in downtown Redding within walking distance.
Date(s): Session 1 - Friday, August 29, 2025
Session 2 - Friday January 30, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Friday
Time: 8:00am-5:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Tracy Boyum, Masters Notary Academy
Fee: $150 (includes materials)
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Poetry Workshop
with Amy Leigh Wicks
POETRY WORKSHOP
A six week poetry course designed for writers of all ages and experience. This workshop is foundational for creating a writing life. We will read and discuss poetry and poetic forms, and create poetry with gentle guided prompts and exercises from The Dangerous Country of Love and Marriage.
Date(s): Session 1: February 2nd- March 23, 2026(No class on Feb 16th)
Session 2: March 30th- May 11th, 2026(No class on April 6th)
Schedule: 6 - Mondays
Time: 8:30am- 9:30am
Location: Online & In-Person- Shasta College Community Leadership Center 1401 California St, Redding, CA 96001- Room 9205
Facilitator: Dr. Amy Leigh Wicks
Fee: $115.00
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Sell It On eBay
with Kevin Boyd
Sell It On eBay
Discover if your item will sell or not in just One Minute! Learn how to create a seller account, pre-listing preparation, create a listing, upload photos, accept online payments, and determine shipping costs. Includes insider Tips, Tricks and Traps, what to sell and not to sell, where to get FREE shipping supplies and FREE home pickup. Learn proven listing strategies that get the most clicks, draw the highest bids, beat your competition and close the sale. Covers eBay marketplace research, and how to create a profitable niche. Includes Photography tips that will make your items “Pop.” Plus, how to sell Antiques, Collectibles and large items you don’t want to ship. Taught by a multi-award-winning instructor and published eBay author from Seattle.
IMPORTANT: This class is being held via Zoom. Your instructor will email you the Zoom link prior to the start of the class.
Date(s): Session 1: February 2nd- February 4th, 2026
Schedule: 2 - Monday and Wednesday
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Live Online Via Zoom- Link to be sent prior to class
Facilitator: Kevin Boyd
Fee: $100.00
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Create Your Website for Fun, Profit, and Business
with Kevin Boyd
Create Your Website for Fun, Profit, and Business
Discover the best copy/paste, drag and drop website builders that will meet your needs and create an appealing, modern, dynamic, small business website. Included is a complete comparison review of the top Website and E-commerce Store builders. Determine the best planning and layout for your site’s specific requirements, with an attention-grabbing Initial Focal Point. Learn Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Media Marketing, and the Tips and Traps, Dos and Don’ts of website design. Discover the #1 Secret to a successful website! Taught by a multi award-winning instructor and published author from Seattle.
IMPORTANT: This class is being held via Zoom. Your instructor will email you the Zoom link prior to the start of the class.
Date(s): Session 1: February 3rd, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Live Online Via Zoom- Link to be sent prior to class
Facilitator: Kevin Boyd
Fee: $65.00
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Pint Sized History: Understanding Beer and Its Role in Our Past
with Tim Orr
Pint Sized History: Understanding Beer and Its Role in Our Past
This course will consist of a flight of beers and an historical lecture regarding the significant events around the origination of the particular style of beer for that week. Rather than looking just at the history of beer, this class connects beer to history more broadly and gives you a taste of the past at the same time. Styles of beer and historical events include:
Kolsch and the Holy Roman Empire
Wheat Beer and Bohemia
Porters and Russia
Scotch Ale and Scotland
Class fee includes four flights of beers! One flight per week that relates to that week's topic!
NOTE: You must be 21 years, or older, to attend this course.
Dates: Session 1: February 3rd- February 24th, 2026
Session 2: June 1st- June 22nd, 2026
Schedule: 4- Tuesdays
Time: 7:00pm- 8:30pm
Location: Westside Tap & Cork 1321 Butte St Ste 140 Redding CA 96001
Facilitator: Tim Orr
Fee: $ 85.00
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Don’t Throw It Away - Sell It Online!
with Kevin Boyd
Don’t Throw it Away - Sell it Online!
Get rid of your “stuff” and get paid! There are several phone apps that provide an excellent way for you to sell your unwanted used items locally for cash. This class presents the most popular yet easy to use apps for each of the top categories including Furniture, Tech/Electronics, Clothing, Books, Vehicles, Art, Jewelry and more. Learn which used items sell best, what can’t be sold, and how to avoid scammers. Includes photography tips, pros and cons, dos and don’ts, tips and strategies, costs and how you get paid. Determine which apps are the best match for the items you want to sell.
IMPORTANT: This class is being held via Zoom. Your instructor will email you the Zoom link prior to the start of the class.
Date(s): Session 1: February 12th, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Thursday
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Online Via Zoom- Link to be sent prior to class
Facilitator: Kevin Boyd
Fee: $65.00
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Finance - How Tax Planning Changes through Four Stages of Retirement
with Ric Komarek
How Tax Planning Changes Through Four Stages of Retirement
You have to know what your “after-tax” retirement savings picture looks like BEFORE retiring and watch out for Social Security and Medicare "tax traps." Learn a “Retirement Tax Strategy” that manages your assets for an “optimal draw down” so you pay as few taxes as necessary.
Date(s): Session 1: February 24th, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center Redding CA 96001 1401 California Street Room 9205
Facilitator: Ric Komarek, CFP
Fee: $45.00
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Prediabetes Action Plan: Simple Steps for Lasting Change
with Ereka Bishop
Prediabetes Action Plan: Simple Steps for Lasting Change
Have you been told you're at risk for diabetes by a doctor or family member? You're not alone—and there *is* something you can do. Join our Prediabetes Action Plan: Simple Steps for Lasting Change—a dietitian-led class that breaks down what prediabetes really means and how to prevent type 2 through smart, sustainable lifestyle choices.
Date(s): Session 1: February 26th- April 2nd, 2026
Schedule: 6- Thursdays
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center Downtown Redding 1401 California Street 2nd Floor Room 9205
Facilitator: Ereka Bishop, MPA, RD
Fee: $125.00
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