Special Interest
Creative Non-Fiction Workshop
While most fledgling writers wish to be the greatest novelists and poets in the world, it's non-fiction that offers the most work. Here's a chance to explore working in non-fiction for fun and self-satisfaction. We'll explore the world of newspapers, entertainment weeklies, and magazines while dealing with writing news, biographies, essays, vocational subjects, family histories, journals, blogs, and press releases that might even be read by a local newspaper's events editor. We'll talk about 'the hook,' that necessary turn of phrase that catches the reader in mid-sentence, so they're forced to read, at least to the end of the first line. Peter Loewer, Instructor. (12 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Tue, Apr 29 - Jun 03, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- 102 Asheville Mall Course #: CSP-4240-478
Creative Writing, Beginning
This six week workshop will give you the opportunity to explore the art of creative writing. Emphasis will be placed on the craft of writing poetry with investigation into poetic forms. Each session will include in-class writing exercises that free your imagination and allow you to write in new ways. We will read selections from poets and novelist of the 19th and 20th Century and experiment with their techniques in our own writing. Mara Simmons, Instructor. (12 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Mon, Apr 21 - May 26, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- 102 Asheville Mall Course #: CSP-4215-480 Class has been canceled - Updated Apr 17, 2008
Critique Writing Workshop
This workshop is designed for aspiring authors who have one or more unpublished short stories or novels and want to have them critiqued. The emphasis will be on analyzing and improving the first 10 pages of your work, a maximum of two stories per student. Your work will be read in class and constructive criticism will be provided. This class is taught by author, David Pereda. (15 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $50.00- Tue, Apr 22 - May 27, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- 102 Asheville Mall Course #: CSP-4246-482
Mastering the Basic Elements of Fiction
This is an exciting new course, designed for professional writers and aspiring authors of fiction and non-fiction. This workshop will emphasize the basic elements of creative writing, characterization, description, narrative summary, dialogue and plot. No textbook will be used. Class is taught by author, David Pereda. (15 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $50.00- Fri, Apr 25 - May 30, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- 102 Asheville Mall Course #: CSP-4245-487
Write Like a Pro
This course will provide the aspiring author with methodical tools to write with precision, clarity and economy. It will also show the writer how to avoid common manuscript errors that keep landing that wonderful prose in the rejection pile. David Pereda, Instructor.(15 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $50.00- Date Change - Updated Mar 06, 2008
Fri, Mar 07 - Apr 18, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM - 102 Asheville Mall Course #: CSP-4255-274
Educational Tools for Parents of 2-5 Year Olds Using Digital Photography
Attention parents of pre-schoolers! Turn your digital pictures into educational tools for your children. Create pictures and games with familiar items presented in an unfamiliar way. Enhance your 2-5 year olds' math skills, observation skills and motor skills while developing your own creativity in this picture perfect class. You will leave this class with many activities to share with your children. Bring your digital camera if your have one! Julie Sassen, Instructor. (3 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $30.00- Sat, Apr 26, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- 102 Asheville Mall Course #: CSP-4247-491
Improving Your Pre-Schooler's Brain Power
Stimulate your preschooler's mental development and love of learning, while spending time together. Parents will design activities that will incorporate the concepts of color, counting, object recognition, rhyme, language development and much more. The activities can be used in one way with your 2-year-old, and then easily adapted for use with a 5-year-old. All the materials are durable, easy to store and intended for plenty of use. Supplies are included in the registration fee. This class is intended for caretakers of 2-5-year-olds. Julie Sassen, Instructor. (4 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $30.00- Sat, May 03, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- 102 Asheville Mall Course #: CSP-4238-494
Fly Fishing
Experience the joy of fly fishing. This class will increase your confidence as you learn casting techniques, fly presentation and wadding techniques. There will be discussion on aquatic insects and their lifecycle, reading a river, finding fish, selecting a rod and fly line, picking the right fly, selecting wadding equipment, and gearing up for a trip. Bring a brown bag lunch. If you have fishing equipment, bring it to class. Shane Buckner, Instructor. (6.5 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $30.00- Date Change - Updated Mar 31, 2008
Sat, May 17, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM - 218A Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4217-497 Class will break one half-hour for lunch.
Green Living 101
What is Green Living? How can I identify toxins in my home, specifically the kitchen and bathroom? Which of my personal care products are harmful to me? What do I need to look for when building or buying a home? The goal of this new course is to educate you on the current trends of 'going green' and help to execute effective ways to create a healthier life for you and your family. This is one of the most exciting and helpful classes we have to offer. Register early! Robin Payne, Instructor. (10 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Mon, Apr 21 - May 12, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- 208 Hemlock, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4242-501 Class has been canceled - Updated Apr 17, 2008
Pilates
This is an exercise program so energizing that you'll look forward to each session, and always leave feeling refreshed, alert and with a sense of physical and mental well-being. Pilates is focused on improving flexibility and strength for the total body without building bulk. Bring an exercise mat to the first class. (10 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Tue, Apr 22 - Jun 24, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Gym Coman Student Center, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4225-505
- Thu, Apr 24 - Jun 26, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
- 102 Asheville Mall Course #: CSP-4225-506
- Thu, Apr 24 - Jun 26, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Gym Coman Student Center, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4225-507
Stocks, Bonds, and Investing: Oh My!
Stop worrying and gain the confidence you need to create a personalized investment plan. This class will demystify investing and give you what you need to become a lifelong investor. The earlier you start, the harder your money can work for you! Get started today by letting David McMahan, who has years of experience as a stockbroker, show you how. (12 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Tue, Apr 22 - May 27, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- 317 Hemlock, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-3186-510
- Wed, Apr 23 - May 28, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- 102 Asheville Mall Course #: CSP-3186-511
Yoga
Relieve stress and develop focus through yoga. You will learn basic postures and be introduced to yogic philosophy. This is a great class to find out what yoga is all about. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat to the first class. (15 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Mon, Apr 21 - Jun 23, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
- 102 Asheville Mall Course #: CSP-4253-515
- Tue, Apr 22 - Jun 24, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Gym Coman Student Center, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4233-517
- Thu, Apr 24 - Jun 26, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Gym Coman Student Center, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4233-518