Must be registered for Pottery as well to take the studio session. Studio time to develop your pottery skills to a new level by taking this class! It’s a chance to spread your wings and create what you want. This class is for beginning to advanced potters and covers levels of hand-building and wheel-throwing technique working with cone 6, mid-range clay and glazes with instruction in both. Clay is not included, but can be purchased from the CGCC Bookstore. No discounts or waivers.

This is a class that does not have a shooting portion. It informs the students how to safely handle and make safe firearms they may come in contact with. In their home, or in other places. It teaches ways to store firearms and ammunition. Book avalaible for purchase at the class for $15.

This two-hour training prepares you to join Uplift Local's Gorge Documenters team — community members who are paid to go to local public meetings and take notes. The class covers practical skills such as how to attend, understand what's happening, and take effective notes at public meetings, as well as relevant laws and the ways local government decisions affect people's lives. The class includes a hands-on practice session. Materials are provided for review and reference. Completing the course and a short quiz makes you eligible for paid assignments taking notes at public meetings in Gorge communities across Hood River, Wasco, Klickitat and Skamania counties and eligible for future free opportunities through Uplift Local to learn and use other journalism and information-related skills.

Prepare for the Oregon Real Estate Broker License Exam in just 10 weeks with this blended course combining weekly interactive Zoom sessions and online home study to meet Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA) requirements. You must complete a total of 150 hours of study, divided between weekly Zoom classes and online coursework (the Saturday session does not count toward the 150-hour total). Plan to spend 10–15 hours each week on online study in addition to attending Thursday evening classes. The course is approved by the OREA. For more information, contact Stacey at 503-551-4467 or Stacey@sts.careers. Students should have reliable internet access, a laptop or desktop computer, a webcam and microphone for Zoom sessions, and the ability to scan and send PDFs to the instructor after each final exam. Regular classes are held Thursdays from April 9 to June 12, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m., with one Saturday session on June 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Covers the knowledge and skills for Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers, initial and renewal certification. Prepares a wide variety of healthcare professionals to recognize sudden cardiac arrest, respiratory emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED and relieve choking in both children and adults. Successful completion of this course provides certification and an AHA BLS Provider Card. The American Heart Association (AHA) requires all students to have a current copy of the course textbook to have it available for personal use. This book will be provided to you in class. *The American Heart Association (AHA) strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in Basic Life Support (BLS), and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA, and any fees charged for such a course do not represent income to the Association.

The Women's NRA Basics of Pistol Safety Course covers pistol safety, handling and responsible firearm ownership for beginners and intermediates. • Classroom and indoor range are located in the basement of the Mid Columbia Senior Center, 1112 W 9th St, The Dalles, OR. • Students will be required to certify to their legal eligibility and sign a Firearm Release Form. • Students are responsible for acquiring their own ammunition, and will be instructed on how to complete this assignment. • Must attend all four sessions to complete the course. Emergency situations considered. Successful participants will receive a certificate of completion, which is required to apply for an Oregon Concealed Handgun License. No discounts or waivers.

Prepare for the Oregon Property Manager License Exam in just seven weeks with this blended course combining weekly interactive Zoom sessions and online home study to meet Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA) requirements. You must complete a total of 60 hours of study, divided between the weekly Zoom classes and online coursework. Plan to spend 4–6 hours per week on the online study in addition to attending Tuesday evening classes. This course is approved by the OREA. For more information, contact Stacey at (503) 551-4467 or Stacey@sts.careers. Students should have reliable internet access, a laptop or desktop computer, a webcam and microphone for Zoom sessions, and the ability to scan and send PDFs to the instructor after the final exam.

A must-attend conference for early childhood education professionals! 

Join us for an engaging early learning conference focused on BUILDING brains and SUPPORTING big feelings. Learn practical, brain-based strategies to nurture emotional regulation, resilience, and joyful learning in young children. 

Participants will leave inspired, informed, and equipped with tools and resources to continue building strong brains, inclusive environments, and supporting the emotional health of young children. 

Come, learn, network, and connect with early childhood and care professionals across our region! 

This conference will provide ORO-approved training hours in various core knowledge categories and sets. Offering sessions in both English and Spanish. A light breakfast, lunch, and beverages will be offered, along with raffle prizes! 

Brought to you by Child Care Partners, a child care resource and referral program of Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, and Wheeler Counties. In partnership with Columbia Gorge Community College, Four Rivers Early Learning and Parenting Hub, Columbia Gorge STEM Hub, and the Columbia Regional Educator Network.

 

¡Una conferencia imprescindible para los profesionales de la educación infantil! 

Acompáñanos para una conferencia del aprendizaje temprano interactiva enfocada en DESARROLLAR cerebros y APOYAR las emociones grandes. Aprenda estrategias prácticas basadas en el desarrollo cerebral para fomentar la regulación emocional, resiliencia y el aprendizaje alegre en los niños. 

Los participantes se irán inspirados, informados, y equipados con las herramientas y recursos para seguir desarrollando cerebros fuertes, entornos inclusivos y apoyando la salud mental de los niños en su cuidado. 

Esta conferencia proveerá horas aprobadas de ORO en varias categorías de conocimiento central y niveles. Ofreciendo sesiones en inglés y español. ¡Un desayuno ligero, almuerzo y bebidas serán ofrecidas, junto con premios de rifa! 

¡Venga, aprenda, establezca contactos y conéctese con profesionales de la educación temprana y del cuidado en toda nuestra región! 

Presentada por Child Care Partners, un programa de recursos y referencias de cuidado infantil en los condados de Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco y Wheeler. En asociación con Columbia Gorge Community College, Four Rivers Early Learning y Parenting Hub, Columbia Gorge STEM Hub, y Columbia Regional Educator Network.