Linn-Benton Community College

There’s still time to register for a fun summer class through Community Education at Linn-Benton Community College Lebanon Center. Explore your artistic talents in the Corks and Canvas class while enjoying the atmosphere at Mark’s Ridge winery. No experience necessary. Supplies are provided as well as your first glass of “inspiration.” Class will meet at the winery Thursday, July 16 from 6 p.m. to 8:20 p.m. Cost is $39. Buying and Selling Online will get you ready to sell those unwanted items collecting dust. Learn how to effectively use Craigslist, eBay and Etsy. Basic computer and online search skills required. This three-week class meets Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. starting July 21. Cost is $59. For more information or to register, contact the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801.

Continue your fitness routine or start a new one through classes offered by Linn-Benton Community College in Lebanon and Scio starting Sept. 29. Choose from Better Bones and Balance, Easy Cardio Fitness, Yoga, Zumba, Zumba Toning, Zumba Gold, Complete Country Dance and Line Dance held at the Lebanon Senior Center. Body Toning and Aerobics and Zumba will be offered in Scio at the ZCBJ Hall. For a complete description and start dates, visit the LBCC online schedule at www.linnbenton.edu/register or call the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801.

Learn more about playing your stringed instrument or singing confidently through classes at Linn-Benton Community College’s Lebanon Center this fall term. "Playing Music Together" for stringed instrument players will focus on the skills needed to play bluegrass, country and old time music in a group. Learn to play backup and lead, review basic chords and jam etiquette, and how to improvise and put vocals together. This 10-week class will meet Wednesdays from 6 to 7:50 p.m. starting Sept. 29 at the LBCC Lebanon Center, 44 Industrial Way. Cost is $79. “Singing with Confidence” provides voice exercises to improve your singing experience, including breath support, vocal technique and performance, and what “range” is singing as a group and individually. This six-week class will meet Mondays from 6:30 to 7:20 p.m. at the Lebanon Senior Center. Cost is $39. For more information or to register, visit the LBCC online schedule at www.linnbenton.edu or call the LBCC Lebanon Center at 5...

GED and Adult Basic Education classes will be held starting the week of Sept. 29 at Linn-Benton Community College’s Lebanon Center, 44 Industrial Way. Develop your skills in reading, writing or math to improve your score on the Computerized Placement Test or to prepare for the GED test. Free two-day orientations are required to get started. Upcoming orientation dates at the LBCC Lebanon Center are Sept. 29 and Oct. 1, or Oct. 27 and Oct. 29 from 9 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. Morning GED classes will meet Monday through Thursday from 9 to 11:50 a.m., and evening classes meet Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 6-8:20 p.m. A $30 enrollment fee is due at orientation. For more information, contact the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801.

The class "Dog Obedience" will be held through Linn-Benton Community College at the Lebanon Senior Center Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:20 p.m. starting Oct. 1. This 10-week class will cover basic commands, proper equipment, socialization, rewarding good and breaking bad behavior, games and tricks, and responsible pet ownership. Veterinary shot record and history form required. Dogs do not attend the first day of class. Cost is $49. For more information or to register, visit the LBCC online schedule at w ww.linnbenton.edu/register , or call the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801.

Beginning computer application classes will be held at the Linn-Benton Community College’s Lebanon and Sweet Home Centers fall term. Computers-First Step is for those who have little or no computer experience and need hands-on, step-by-step instruction. This four-week class meets Tuesdays from 6 to 8:20 p.m. beginning Sept. 30 at the LBCC Lebanon Center, 44 Industrial Way. Cost is $45. The class also will be held at the LBCC Sweet Home Center, 1661 Long St., Thursdays beginning Oct. 2 from 6 to 8:20 p.m. Cost is $45. The class “Apple iPad and Kindle Fire” will cover core functions and settings, and photo and video editing and sharing. This three-week class will meet Wednesdays from 6 to 7:50 p.m. starting Oct. 1 at the LBCC Sweet Home Center Cost is $39. The classes “Social Media for Business” and "Computers-Second Step” will be held later in the term.  Check the LBCC online schedule at www.linnbenton.edu. For more information, contact the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801 or Sw...

A variety of arts and crafts classes will be held this fall through Linn-Benton Community College’s Lebanon and Sweet Home Centers. "Watercolor Foundations” will meet Mondays from 1:30 to 3:50 p.m. starting Sept.29 at the LBCC Sweet Home Center, 1661 Long St. Class also will be held at the LBCC Lebanon Center, 44 Industrial Way Mondays from 5:30 to 7:50 p.m. Cost for this eight-week class is $75. “Beginning Drawing” will meet Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. starting Oct. 4 at the LBCC Lebanon Center. Cost for this three-week class is $29. "Calligraphy" will be held at the LBCC Sweet Home Center Tuesdays from 1 to 3:20 p.m. starting Sept. 30. Cost for this 10-week class is $69. “Beginning Sewing” will be held at the LBCC Sweet Home Center Fridays from 1 to 3:50 p.m. starting Oct. 3. This three-week class costs $39. “Quilting” will be held at the LBCC Sweet Home Center Thursdays from 7 to 7:50 p.m. starting Oct. 9. Cost for this five-weeks class is $29. “Knitting and Cr...

A variety of art classes will be offered this summer through Linn-Benton Community College's Lebanon and Sweet Home Centers. "Watercolor: Paint the Cat" is structured for both beginners and seasoned artists. This two-day class will meet June 17 from 9 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. and June 18 from 9 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. at the LBCC Lebanon Center, 44 Industrial Way. Cost is $39. New this term, "Corks and Canvas" watercolor class offers a unique way to explore your artistic talent while enjoying the atmosphere of a local winery. No experience necessary. Class will meet Monday, June 30 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Marks Ridge Winery in Sweet Home. Cost is $39. "Calligraphy II" class is a continuation of Calligraphy I, exploring more formal and cursive lettering system. This six-week class meets Tuesdays starting June 24 from 1 to 3:20 p.m. at the LBCC Sweet Home Center, 1661 Long St. Cost is $44. For more information or to register, check the LBCC schedule at www.linnbenton.ed...

Continue your fitness routine or get one started through Linn-Benton Community College exercise classes in Lebanon, Sweet Home, Brownsville and Scio. Choose from Aquatic Fitness, Aqua Zumba, Better Bones and Balance, Body Toning and Aerobics, Cardio Strength and Balance, Easy Cardio Fitness, Easy Does it Exercise, Yoga, Zumba, or a Triathlon Training Clinic. Classes start the week of June 23. For a complete description and start dates, visit the LBCC online schedule at www.linnbenton.edu or contact LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801, or the LBCC Sweet Home Center at 541-367-6901.

Learn a new craft or improve on your skills in a creative home workshop held at LBCC’s Lebanon and Sweet Home Centers this spring. The 10-week"Knitting/Crocheting Workshop" will meet Tuesdays from 9 to 10:50 a.m. at the LBCC Lebanon Center beginning April 1. Work on your own projects while you learn techniques. Class is designed for both beginning and accomplished knitters and crocheters. Cost is $58. A five-week "Quilters Workshop" meets each term on Thursdays from 7 to 7:50 p.m. at LBCC’s Sweet Home High School beginning April 3. Learn to create a different quilt pattern each term. Class is designed for all levels including beginners. Cost is $29. For more information or to register, visit the online schedule at www.linnbenton.edu or call the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801, or the Sweet Home Center at 541-367-6901.

The class "Playing Music Together" will be held at Linn-Benton Community College’s Lebanon Center starting April 2. Designed for stringed instrument players, this class focuses on the skills needed to play bluegrass, country and old time music with others. Learn to play backup and lead, review basic chords and jam etiquette, and how to improvise and put vocals together. This 10-week class meets Wednesdays from 6 to 7:50 p.m. starting April 2 at the LBCC Lebanon Center Annex, 44 Industrial Way. Cost is $75. For more information or to register, visit the LBCC online schedule at www.linnbenton.edu or call the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801.

AARP Driver Safety Program is being offered through Linn-Benton Community College April 7 and 8. AARP’s program is designed to help develop and reinforce safe driving skills and techniques. Satisfactory completion of this class may qualify you for reduced auto insurance premiums (check with your insurance carrier). Class meets Monday and Tuesday, April 7 and 8, from 8:30 to 11:20 a.m. at the Lebanon Senior Center, 80 Tangent St. Cost is $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members. For more information or to register, contact the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801 or the LBCC Sweet Home Center at 541-367-6901.

Classes to help you live a healthier life are being offered through Linn-Benton Community College’s Lebanon and Sweet Home Centers this spring. The class  "Pain Relief Now" introduces self-help techniques for relief of musculoskeletal pain, and addresses pain symptoms in your muscle groups and joints and for arthritis. Learn active isolated stretch techniques to enhance joint function and return to a more useful movement pattern. This six-week class meets Thursdays from 10 to 10:50 a.m. starting April 3 at the Lebanon Senior Center, 80 Tangent Street. Cost is $32. "The Paleo Diet: Eat for Health" class provides information on this healthy diet program that works with your genetics to help you stay strong, lean and energized. Class will meet Thursday, April 24 from 5:30 to 8:20 p.m. at the LBCC Sweet Home Center, 1661 Long St. Cost is $29. For more information or to register, or visit online at  www.linnbenton.edu or call the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801,...

Continue your fitness routine or start a new one through classes offered by Linn-Benton Community College in Lebanon, Sweet Home, Brownsville and Scio starting March 31.

 Choose from Aqua Zumba, Aquatic Fitness, Better Bones and Balance, Body Toning and Aerobics, Cardio Strength and Balance, Complete Country Dance, Easy Cardio Fitness, Easy Does it Fitness, Line Dance, Rock'n to the Core, T'ai Chi, T'ai Chi/Yoga, Yoga, Zumba. and Zumba Toning. For a complete description and start dates, visit the LBCC online schedule at www.linnbenton.edu or call the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801, or the LBCC Sweet Home Center at 541-367-6901.

A variety of art classes will be offered this spring through Linn-Benton Community College’s Lebanon and Sweet Home Centers. "Watercolor Foundations” class will meet Mondays beginning March 31 from 1:30 to 3:50 p.m. at the Sweet Home Center, 1661 Long St., and at the Lebanon Center, 44 Industrial Way from 5:30 to 7:50 p.m.  Class also meets at the Brownsville Art Association Studio, 255 Main St., Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:50 p.m. beginning April 3. Cost for this eight-week class is $65. "Calligraphy" class will be held at the Sweet Home Center Tuesdays from 1 to 3:20 p.m. beginning April 1. Cost for this 10-week class is $64. For more information or to register, check the LBCC schedule at www.linnbenton.edu, or

Beginning computer and computer application classes will be held at the LBCC Lebanon and Sweet Home Centers spring term. Computers-First Step is for those who have little or no computer experience and need hands-on, step-by-step instruction. This four-week class meets Wednesdays from 6 to 8:20 p.m. beginning April 2 at the LBCC Lebanon Center, 44 Industrial Way. Cost is $39. Class also will be held at the LBCC Sweet Home Center, 1661 Long St., Wednesdays beginning April 24 from 6 to 8:20 p.m. Cost is $39. The “Apple iPad and Kindle Fire” class will meet Wednesdays at the Sweet Home Center beginning April 2 from 6 to 8:20 p.m. Cost for this three-week class is $39. The "Intro to Digital Photography" class will meet on Thursdays from 6 to 7:50 p.m. beginning April 3. Cost for this five-week class is $39. Computer classes held later in the term include "Computers-Second Step" and "Your Digital SLR Camera". Check the online schedule for dates and times at www....

"Dog Obedience" classes will be held through the Linn-Benton Community College Lebanon Center this spring. Class covers basic commands and equipment, socialization, rewarding good behavior, breaking bad behavior, games and tricks, and responsible pet ownership. Veterinary shot records and dog history form required, and are available at the center. This 10-week class meets Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:20 p.m. beginning April 3 at the Lebanon Senior Center, 80 Tangent St. Cost is $39. For more information, visit the LBCC online schedule at www.linnbenton.edu or call the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801 or the Sweet Home Center at 541-367-6901.

GED and Adult Basic Education classes will be held starting the week of March 31 at Linn-Benton Community College Lebanon Center, 44 Industrial Way and the Sweet Home Center, 1661 Long St. Develop your skills in reading, writing or math to improve your score on the Computerized Placement Test or to prepare for the GED test. Free one-day orientations will be held at each center. Orientation dates at the LBCC Lebanon Center are March 17, March 31, or April 1 from 9 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. Morning GED classes will meet Monday through Thursday from 9 to 11:50 a.m., and evening classes meet Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 6-8:20 p.m. Sweet Home Center orientations dates are March 18, March 31, April 1, or April 2 from 9 a.m. to 12:50 p.m., or 6 to 9:50 p.m. Morning classes will meet Monday and Wednesday from 9 to 11:20 a.m., and evening classes meet Monday and Wednesday, 6-8:20 p.m.

A $30 enrollment fee is due at orientation. For more information, contact the LBCC Lebanon Center at...

“Computers-Second Step” and “Digital Photo Books” classes will be held at the LBCC Lebanon and Sweet Home Centers in February. “Computers-Second Step” helps you build on skills learned in Computers-First Step, including more features of Windows 7, Internet, email, how to copy information between programs, organize files, create folders and more. This four-week class meets Tuesdays from 6 to 8:20 p.m. beginning Feb. 4 at the LBCC Lebanon Center, 44 Industrial Way. Class is also offered at the LBCC Sweet Home Center beginning Feb. 2 from 1 to 3:30 p.m., and beginning Feb. 13 from 6 to 8:20 p.m. Cost for each class is $39. “Digital Photo Book” class helps you learn to turn your digital photos into a handcrafted photo book. Learn the basics of editing using Photoshop Elements to improve your digital photos.This five-week will meet Wednesdays from 6 to 7:50 p.m beginning Feb. 12 at the LBCC Lebanon Center. Cost is $39. For more information or to register, visit the LBCC online schedule at...

Get started in your college career by attending the Apply, Test and Tour event at Linn-Benton Community College’s Lebanon Center, 44 Industrial Way. For new students, being admitted to the college is the first step. This event allows you to apply for admissions, take your placement test and tour the facilities all in one afternoon. The next A.T.T. event in Lebanon is Thursday, Feb. 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the center. Preregister at www.linnbenton.edu/fridaysatlbcc, or call the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801.   Application fee is $30, due at the event. Photo ID required to apply. LBCC also will hold a free College Night event Monday, Feb. 3 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Albany campus, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW.  Visit with faculty advisors and explore your college and career options. Learn how to finance your college career and how to earn college credits while still in high school.