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Advanced Digital Photography
with Avery Rosenthal-Murray

Advanced Digital Photography
This in-person advanced digital photography class is designed for hobbyists and creatives who already have a basic understanding of photography and are ready to take their skills to the next level. The day begins with group introductions and coffee to build a supportive learning environment. Students will dive into the technical aspects of digital photography, including manual settings on their DSLR or mirrorless camera and gaining a deeper understanding of how to work with natural lighting. The class also covers creative topics like composition and visual storytelling, with examples to help educate and inspire. The day wraps up with a group photo review session designed to offer constructive feedback, encouragement, and insight into each student's work, followed by a final Q&A to address remaining questions and spark creative momentum.
Note: You must bring you camera. No equipment is provided.
Date(s): Session 1 - Saturday October 25, 2025
Session 2 - Saturday November 15, 2025
Scedule: 1 - Saturday
Time: 1:30pm-5:30pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Avery Rosenthal-Murray
Fee: $115
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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.
Note: the instructor will email the Zoom link to participants prior to the start of class.
Date: October 30, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Thursday
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Location: Virtual Via Zoom
Facilitator: Bob Reich
Fee: $45
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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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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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