Pottery - 3 Great Times for 9 or 18 Weeks —Small Classes Planned
Designed for learners of all skill levels, work on the wheel and/or learn to hand-build beautiful finished ceramic pieces of your own design.  This is a great way to try pottery or continue to improve your budding skills. There will be open studio time from 3:30 to 8 p.m. on Monday evenings.  18 hours with instructor, 40 hours of extra studio time available.  Double if you sign up for winter and spring now and save $35.  Check below for details.  Jen Labie brings years of pottery teaching experience to Access students.    
 
#1 Pottery on Tuesday Evening                      
Tuesday  5:30-7:30 p.m.  9 or 18 weeks Starts January 15
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Instructor: Jen Labie  Fee: $140-9 weeks, (Jan-March), or Winter/Spring combo (Jan-June): $245  Limit: 10
 
#2 Pottery on Wednesday Afternoon                         
Wednesday  3:30-5:30 p.m.   9 weeks Starts January 16  
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Instructor: Jen Labie  Fee: $140-9 weeks, (Jan-March), or Winter/Spring combo (Jan-June): $245 Limit: 10
 
#3 Pottery on Wednesday Evening                 
Wednesday  5:45-7:45 p.m.   9 weeks   Starts January 16       
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Instructor: Jen Labie  Fee: $140-9 weeks, (Jan-March), or Winter/Spring combo (Jan-June): $245  Limit: 10
 
Pottery - Save $35 on Winter/Spring Combo
 
 
 
Handbuilt Tiles—all levels
Thursday   5:30-7:30 p.m.   9 weeks  Starts January 17    
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Join Jen is this newly designed Access offering.  Participants will be able to create beautiful tiles from our clay and/or pre-fired smooth tiles.  Students will experiment with surface design using textures, carving and underglazes.   Produce finished functional tiles to be used in bath, kitchen or wall decorations.  Use your imagination as to how best to display or use your creations.  Open studio time from 3:30 to 8 p.m. on Monday evenings.  As usual, all materials included in fee for this class. 
Instructor: Jen Labie  Fee: $ 125  Limit: 12
 
 
 
Drawing for Beginners
Monday     5:30-7 p.m.      8 weeks    Starts January 14 
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Drawing is all about seeing. This offering for adults is designed for those interested in beginning drawing techniques.  Using graphite everyone will explore the fundamentals of drawing. Class covers perspective, contour, shading and composition. Just bring your enthusiasm, as all paper and implements are included. 
Instructor: Christine Cole  Fee: $105 includes 14”x 17” sketch pad, graphite, all materials.  Limit: 16
 
Drawing – The Next Steps           
Monday   7-8:30 p.m.    9 weeks     Starts January 14
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Continue improving your drawing skills or pick up where you left off, all with expert guidance from Christine.   Students will build upon the fundamentals of line, shadow, perspective and composition using graphite and other materials to explore portraiture and more complex compositions.  Prerequisite: a drawing class sometime in your life.
Instructor: Christine Cole  Fee: $105 includes drawing pad, graphite, kneaded eraser.  Limit: 16
 
 
 
Watercolor for Beginners - Afternoon
Wednesday    4-6 p.m.   9 weeks   Starts January 16
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Learn the foundation of this versatile and exciting medium, integrating design, color, composition and light.  Ginny, a professional illustrator, will lead participants through exercises designed to explore the many techniques associated with watercolor and foster the skills needed to enjoy painting for years to come.  Quality materials are important in watercolor and we supply you with brushes to keep and a reasonable amount of paint and paper to use in class and at home.  Materials cost approximately $20. 
Instructor: Ginny Joyner Fee: $155 all materials included. Limit: 16
 
Watercolor – Intermediate Level - Evening
Wednesday  6:15-8:15 p.m.   9 weeks Starts January 16
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Take your painting skills to another level as Ginny introduces new approaches and guides all students forward.  Ginny, a professional illustrator and teacher of painting, will focus on more advanced skills, encouraging each participant to explore and practice.  Pre-requisite: a beginners watercolor course here or elsewhere sometime in your life.  Quality materials are important in watercolor and we supply you with brushes to keep and a reasonable amount of paint and paper to use in class and at home. For those bringing their own materials, subtract $20 from class fee.   I
Instructor: Ginny Joyner Fee: $155 or $135 without materials Limit: 16
 
 
 
Painting with Water Soluble Oils - Afternoon
Tuesday   3:30-5:30 p.m.      9 weeks   Starts January 15
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Brighten up your winter with this new Access offering! Join Bob, a local art educator, to explore oil painting without the fuss and bother of turpentine, oily rags, etc. These more eco-friendly materials yield still life, landscape, and portrait paintings, and clean up with soap and water. Traditional painting techniques will be covered as well as the basic components of color and composition. Beginners and more experienced painters welcome.  Each student will receive $30 + worth of quality supplies included in the fee.  Just bring your enthusiasm to the first class. 
Instructor: Robert Huntoon
Fee: $165 includes all materials Limit: 16
 
 
 
Calligraphy for Beginners   
Tuesday     5:30-7:30 p.m.     5 weeks   Starts January 15
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
A nuts and bolts introduction to beautiful handwriting! The course will begin with examination of letter shapes and proportions using pencils and markers and will proceed to the exploration of letterforms for the Italic style of writing (both lower and upper cases) using the broad edge nib and ink. Join Lydia, a CVU educator, in learning about layout, use of color, and paper choices, as everyone will complete basic lettering projects.  Once you gain the power of the pen, you can use this skill for a lifetime.  Quality pens and all materials and handouts are included in the price.  There is an opportunity to follow up this class with the intermediate one beginning March 4. 
Instructor: Lydia Batten   Fee: $80   Limit:12
 
Calligraphy - Intermediate  
Tuesday     5:30-7:30 p.m.     4 weeks   Starts March 4
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Join Lydia for this next step in calligraphy skill building.  Participants will review Italic briefly, then move on to two other lettering styles: Foundational, the basis for the Times New Roman font most of us recognize that also touches on the basics of Roman capitals; and Uncial, a style often employed for old Irish sayings.  Further layout and design will be discussed with emphasis placed on creating a final product such as a greeting card, a broadside, or perhaps even an accordion book. Bring the supplies from Level I class and we’ll just use them in different ways!!! Don’t have supplies? We can supply them for an additional fee of $20 or you can buy your own.
Instructor: Lydia Batten   Fee: $45   Limit:12
 
 
 
Rug Hooking for Beginners
Thursday      6-8 p.m.     5 weeks     Starts January 17
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Learn the basics of rug hooking while creating a small project. Diane always has a great group of students. Topics covered include: tools, materials, design, wool quantity, color planning, basic dyeing techniques, and finishing your project. No supplies needed for first class.  Hook and fabric kit included.  Students will need to purchase wool and a hoop or frame after first class.  Designed for high school and older. 
Instructor: Diane Burgess  Fee: $65 plus materials Limit: 12


 
Photography Skills - B&W Film     
Sponsored by LeZot Camera
Thursday   6-8 p.m.   8 weeks   Starts January 17
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Designed for beginners and skilled amateurs alike, Sarah can help you learn quickly.  For beginners, this will be an introduction to B & W film developing and printing.  For the more advanced student, Sarah, an Alfred University graduate in the arts -photography major, shares her expertise about composition, lighting, and darkroom techniques, taking you further into your art.  There is plenty of time to discuss individual challenges and receive over the shoulder advice for everyone.  This is a hands-on, small lab learning experience.  Bring your own film camera to learn how to use it most effectively.  Darkroom lab time from 5:30-8:30 p.m. on Tuesday evenings included.    
Instructor: Sarah Vinci Cocina Fee: $125 includes 1 roll of film and 10 sheets of paper. Limit: 10
 
Darkroom Open Lab for Black and White Photography
Tuesday  5:30-8:30 p.m.  9 weeks  Starts January 15
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
For those film photographers already familiar with developing and printing, use the CVU darkroom at your own pace. Bring developed film & your own paper and work on one of our 7 enlargers.  Price includes use of chemicals and equipment. Staff person available to help, but there will be no formal instruction. A great opportunity for anyone with printing knowledge, but no equipment.  27+ hours of darkroom use. Fee: $85  Limit: 7 
 
 
 
Knitting for Beginners
Thursday  5:30-7 p.m.   9 weeks  Starts January 17
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Knitting is relaxing, rewarding and fun!  You will learn to cast on, knit, purl and much more in the Continental method, while creating a beautiful and warm hat for this winter. Needles and pattern included.  Nothing needed but enthusiasm for the first class.  Shop for yarn after week one. 
Instructor: Christine Cole     Fee: $95   Limit: 10
 
Advanced Beginner Knitting
Thursday     7-8:30 p.m.   9 weeks    Starts January 17
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Further develop your knitting skills in this fun and supportive class through the completion of a project. Emphasis will be on learning to read patterns, finding the right gauge and navigating garment construction. If you can cast on, knit, purl, and bind off, this class is the perfect next step for you!
Instructor: Christine Cole: $85   Limit: 10
 
 
 
Sewing for Beginners - Evening
Monday   6:30-8:30 p.m.    8 weeks      Starts January 14   
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Learn to make a garment, or alter a hand me down or resale shop purchase as you learn to sew.  Use our machines or bring your own.  If you bring your own machine that you do not know how to use, plan to come 30 minutes early the first 2 classes for tutoring (add $10 to fee).  Shop for material after the first class.  Louella brings years of home economics teaching experience with her to ensure a great class. 
Instructor: Louella Strobridge  Fee: $90   Limit: 10
 
Sewing for Six Weeks in the Afternoon
Tuesday    4-6 p.m.     6 weeks    Starts January 15 
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Here's your chance to learn to sew or to refresh your beginning skills.  Participants will learn to construct a basic, yet beautiful garment.  Students will have the opportunity to pick their own style and fabric for their creations. Use our machine or bring your own.   Materials are extra and will be purchased on the first day class field trip. 
Instructor: Helen Niedermeier  Fee: $65   Limit: 10
 
 
 
Around the World Colorful Quilt
Thursday    6-8 p.m.    7 weeks      Starts January 17
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Have you always wanted to make a magnificent quilt?  Take advantage of this special Access class as Mary Anne leads people through the process of completing a queen size finished quilt sure to become a family heirloom.  Designed for people that know how to sew at a novice through advanced level, Mary Anne will encourage, guide, inspire, and insure that everyone plans, sews, and finishes an impressive quilt.  Use your own machine or one of ours.  Like getting a great view from a short hike, this 20-color Trip Around the World pattern is impressive.  The January 17 class will be the time to see examples of finished quilts, get a full understanding of the costs involved, and deciding if this is the class for you.  First working class after shopping for material will be Thursday, January 24.  Sewing at home in between classes moves the process along at an inspiring pace and will be necessary in order to finish by the final class.  The good news, it's all straight sewing.   "I have never finished such a project before.  I wouldn't have believed it.  I went ahead and completed a second!" said a former beginner quilter.  Cost of material alone can range from $60-$190, depending on the fabric a person chooses (18 yards).  Although those interested need only commit to the class after the January 17 presentation, full payment ahead will reserve one of the limited spots.  Open lab sewing before class each week will be available from 4-6 p.m.  Contact Mary Anne with questions at mgatos@cvuhs.org 
Instructor: Mary Anne Gatos Fee: $125  Limit: 10
 
 
 
Rustic Furniture – Adult Chair    3 Choices!!
Join Michael, a local artisan, in creating your own heirloom within 2 weeks.  Build your own full-size rustic adult chair made of birch and alder.  Michael goes out in the woods to gather all the materials and hardware included for assembling a chair to take home at the completion of this 2-week course. Participants should bring a reliable drill and several drill bits, hammer and measuring tape. Some tools will be available for loan. Dozens of first-time builders have made these sturdy, unique chairs in previous courses here at CVU.  Instructor: Michael Heath Fee: $115 Limit: 3 Choose one of these 2 week course options.  Only 3 people per class. 
CANCELED-#1 Wednesday  6-8 p.m.  2 weeks  January 16 & 23
#2 Wednesday  6-8 p.m. 2 weeks  February 6 & 13
#3 Wednesday   6-8 p.m. 2 weeks   March 5 & 12
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
 
 
 
Woodworking Workshop - Expert Advice
Wednesday    6-9 p.m.    6 weeks      Starts January  16
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Designed as an open lab, participants need to have a clear idea of a project with at least sketches done or bring in an ongoing project they want to work on. Taught by the CVU practical arts educator, students need to be familiar with power tool use including a table saw, planer and joiner. Take advantage of 18 hours of shop time with well oiled and sharp machines.  Basic woodworking process review will be part of the first class.  Expert advice will be available in order for you to accomplish your goals. This class is designed for novice through advanced woodworkers looking for help and a place to carry on.  
Instructor: Dick Francis       Fee: $135       Limit: 10
 
 
 
Stone Carving in Soapstone for Beginners & Intermediates
Off Campus Studio Location in Shelburne
Tuesday   5:30-8:30 p.m.     9 weeks  Starts January 15
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Here is a chance to learn to carve a beautiful sculpture of your own design or continue developing your sculpting skills with professional advice.  Working in soapstone, participants will be busy the first evening learning hands on how to use a variety of sculpting tools.  Tools to use during class and a 20-35 lb. piece of stone to keep are included in this inspiring Access class. Robert, an award- winning stone sculptor, and Kathy will lead you to discover the art within the  block. Participants will meet at CVUHS on January 15th for 30 minutes before heading out to Kathy’s studio 5 minutes away in Shelburne. Reduced fee for those joining the class a second time. See Robert’s works at www.sculpturesbybabcock.com.
Instructors: Robert Babcock & Kathy Stockman. Total fee including stone and all materials: $195 or $170 for repeat participants. Limit: 15.

Beginner Swing  
Thursday    6 weeks   6:15-715 p.m.  Starts January 31 
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
If you always wanted to join the fun on the dance floor, this is the class for you.  Terry makes learning swing fun and relatively painless, as he gets everyone learning immediately.  From Big Band to Rock 'n Roll, Swing is the one to learn.  Pairs encouraged, singles very welcome.  Take the Salsa class directly after this one and pay only $110 for both. 
Instructor: Terry Bouricius   Fee: $60/person   Swing and Salsa Combo: $110   Students: $50/100  
 
Salsa Night Club - Latin Style Dance
Thursday    5 weeks   7:30-8:30 p.m. Starts January 31
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Join Terry for an evening of dance as you learn the basics of the common night club Latin dance styles including Salsa, Merengue, and Mambo. The class will cover both partner combination moves as well as show-off solo "shines." It is not essential to register with a partner.  If you ever wanted to begin learning Salsa, Terry, teaching hundreds to dance, will definitely get you on your way.  Take the Swing class directly before this one and pay only $110 for both.
Instructor: Terry Bouricius  Fee: $60/person   Swing and Salsa Combo:$110   Students: $50/100 
 
Swing Dance -The Next Steps
Wednesday    7-8 p.m.    4 weeks      Starts January 23   
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
If you have taken swing classes before and know the basic step well along with a handful of moves, this will definitely add to your repertoire.  Focus will be on improving your style along with learning more extensive combinations of moves.  Before long, everyone will be jumping and jiving.  Couples recommended, singles are always welcome. 
Instructor: TBA      Fee: $40/person    Students: $30
 
 
 
Level 1 Tap to Contemporary Hits (ages 12-adult)
Monday     6-7 p.m.     8 weeks    Starts 1/14/2008
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Beginner and intermediate tappers will enjoy this class that begins with a jazz warm-up to stretch the major muscle groups.  Next, you'll begin learning the basic foot rhythms and steps of classic tap dance.  Finish by putting all of your new moves into a group combination, all to contemporary music!  Tap shoes are required.
Instructor:  Brea McBride     Fee:  $80     Limit:  12    
 
Level 2 Tap with a Finale (ages 12-adult)
Monday     7:15-8:15 p.m.    8 weeks    Starts January 14
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Intermediate to advanced tappers will apply basic foot rhythms and steps of classic tap dance to create a final performance.  Tap shoes are required and some experience is a plus.
Instructor:  Brea McBride     Fee:  $80     Limit:  12    
 
 
 
West African Dance
Tuesday   6:30-7:45 p.m.     6 weeks    Starts January 29
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Keep in shape this winter with African dance done to live drumming!  Join Dayna Scott of Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater, Ashley Bessette, and Hassimou Chimie Bangoura, a master drummer from Guinea, West Africa, for this fun and upbeat class.  New students and those with experience are encouraged to participate.   This is a new Access offering, so sign up early.  Classes include a warm up, along with progressive instruction done to rhythms from Guinea, Senegal and Mali.
Instructors:  Dayna Scott and Ashley Bessette  
Fee: $60  Students: $50 
 
 
 
Core Strength Training -Mat Style
Tuesday    5:30-6:30 p.m.   9 weeks   Starts January 15    
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Work on your core strength to help sculpt your body over the year.  This course uses Pilates style mat exercises in combination with other mat exercises to develop core strength and control, particularly in the abdominals and back.  The workout helps everyone combine breath control with your activity to promote improved concentration, better posture, a flatter stomach and lean, sculpted muscles. Suitable for all fitness levels.  Use one of our mats, or bring your own.  Participants will leave each class knowing they have exercised for an hour.
Fee: $90  Limit: 20 
Twice a Week Special Price! 9 Tuesdays  ($90) and 9 Thursdays ($90) for Only $160.  Save $20. 
 
Core Strength Training -Mat Style
Thursday   5:30-6:30 p.m.   9 weeks   Starts January 17    
Same description as above.  Participants may want to reserve a spot in the Tuesday class for double the workout.   Fee: $90   Limit: 20
Twice a Week Special Price! 9 Tuesdays  ($90) and 9 Thursdays ($90) for Only $160.  Save $20. 
 
 
 
Dreamland and Beyond
Wednesday       6-8 p.m.     1 night    February 6
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Take a creative journey into the land of sleep, where dreams and magic lie!  Rest and rejuvenation are important for us to look and feel our best.  Make the most of your twilight hours with a relaxing dream pillow to sooth away tension, a dream balm to lull you to sleep, and hang a dream catcher to ensure only magical dreams!  You will sleep soundly and wake up feeling refreshed!  This class is open to the young, the young at heart and anyone who love the magic of dreamtime!  You will take home items to use immediately for a great nights sleep!
Instructor: Kelley Robie of Horsetail Herbs
Fee: $20 Limit: 22
 
 
 
Herbal Delights from the Kitchen
Wednesday       6-8 p.m.     1 night    March 12
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Ever wonder how they make those expensive herbal oils and vinegars?  Join Kelley Robie of Horsetail Herbs and find out how it's done.  This class is sure to surprise your senses of smell and taste!  We will make a tasty herbal oil and vinegar to cook with, sew together a spiced potholder, mix an aromatic potpourri blend, and to end the evening, we will tantalize your taste buds with chocolate elixir.  Your hand made creations will add a new flare to your kitchen cooking!  You'll go home with lots of goodies and instructions on how to make each!
Instructor: Kelley Robie of Horsetail Herbs 
Fee: $20    Limit: 22
 
 
 
The Fabulous Facial
Wednesday       6-8 p.m.     1 night    April 9
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
A pampering treat for your face!  This class focuses on the face & how to care for your special skin type with wonderful natural beauty products you can make yourself.  Together we'll make our own natural face care products & then indulge in a five-step facial.  Recipes galore will be available to fit your skin type-come in stressed & go home relaxed & glowing!  You will go home with four facial products.  Please bring a large towel, bowl, & something to tie your hair back.  This class is open to everyone.
Instructor: Kelley Robie of Horsetail Herbs  Fee: $20   
 
 
 
Strength Training and Conditioning
#1-FULL Wednesday   5:45-7:00 p.m.    9 weeks   Starts January 16
#2-Wednesday   7:00-8:15 p.m.    9 weeks   Starts January 16
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Join Stuart, a certified strength and conditioning specialist, to correctly learn how to build yourself up and stay healthy with strength and resistance training.  Learn scientifically based techniques that will help you achieve fast, effective and safe results.  Everyone receives an individually tailored program for their specific goals and age.  Pre-existing injuries and limitations are taken into consideration when developing your program.  Stuart, a retired chiropractor, will focus on upper body, lower body and core strengthening and toning.  Topics covered  include proper technique, number of repetitions and sets, how much weight to lift and how often to work out.  This class is for individuals who want to increase strength, tone, kick-up weight loss, build muscle, decrease risk of osteoporosis, improve balance and coordination, improve sports-specific performance and reduce injuries.
Instructor: Dr. Stuart Offer    Fee: $85    Limit: 16
 
 
 
Yoga Tuesday Evening
Tuesday   6:15-7:15 p.m.   8 weeks   Starts January 22   
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
What happens when you unite movement, breath and awareness? Yoga. Join Jane in this enjoyable Integrative Yoga class. Release tension, develop strength and flexibility, and leave each class with a deep sense of well-being. This is a mixed level class appropriate for people at all levels of fitness and Yoga experience.   Jane is filling in for Laura Wisniewski for the winter session.  She will be leading the same type of yoga in her own style.
Instructor: Jane Michaud     Fee: $75   Limit: 20
 
Yoga Wednesday Afternoon 
Wednesday   4-5 p.m.     8 weeks      Starts January 23 
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Same description as above, but Wednesday afternoons.
Instructor: Jane Michaud     Fee: $85  Limit: 20
 
¡Yoga Caliente!
Monday  4-5:30 p.m.  9 weeks  Starts January 14
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Join David for this 'hot' new Access offering and learn the 36 basic postures in Yoga Caliente in a specially heated room. David, a Spanish teacher at the Hinesburg Community School and Yoga instructor at Yoga Vermont, will give directions in English and Spanish. Designed by David, this 90 minute vigorous workout draws from his years of Bikram, Ashtanga and Inyegar yoga practice and is guaranteed to warm everyone, provide significant therapeutic benefits and help to develop focus and awareness. Designed for all levels, focus will be on breath, posture, and the meditative effects of yoga. Remember, the room temperature will be cranked up, so expect to sweat. Students need to bring a Yoga mat, a beach towel to lay over the mat, a hand towel and a liter of water, as well as a towel to dry off. Light comfortable clothing are strongly recommended in this warm climate.
Instructor: David Miller  Fee: $90   Limit: 20


 
Step Aerobics for All - On Going            
Alternate Wednesdays  3:30-4:15 p.m.  6 weeks     Starts January 16
To register:  email access@cvuhs.org or call 482-7194
Join Pam Lord every other Wednesday afternoon for an after-school step aerobics workout throughout the whole school year. Steps are provided. Pam has a previous certification from AFAA.If you love to stay in shape and have joined Pam in the past, a yearly donation of $25 to the program is suggested.
Instructor: Pam Lord   Fee: $25  Limit: 20