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Explore the world of stained glass with veteran stained glass artists who will teach you how to cut glass, work with copper foil, the proper way to solder and pattern design. You will be introduced to tools of the trade, safety procedures and protocol as well as most of the materials including various types of glass. When you complete the class you will have several finished projects to show, as well as a mastery of the basic skills used in the craft of stained glass. We welcome all beginners from those with no experience to very elementary knowledge. Tools and supplies will cost $150-$180. A supply list will be given the first night. No supplies needed the first night.

"People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in; their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within." Elizabeth Kubler-Ross Do you have experience with copper foil and want to be introduced to the basics of leaded glass construction? You will explore the history of leaded glass, soldering, design, reinforcing and finishing techniques. If you have experience with leaded glass and want to improve your skills, there will be plenty of individual instruction tailored to your skill level. You will be amazed at the pieces you will produce in this class.

This course introduces basic information for those whose family life, travel plans, or personal interest necessitates an introduction to the Spanish language and Latinx culture. Students learn basic pronunciation, nouns, articles, subject pronouns, and simple present tense verb conjugation. The course focuses on simple conversation with an emphasis on primary vocabulary on selected themes. Textbook: Spanish Now! Eighth Edition.

This course introduces basic information for those whose family life, travel plans, or personal interest necessitates an introduction to the Spanish language and Latinx culture. Students learn basic pronunciation, nouns, articles, subject pronouns, and simple present tense verb conjugation. The course focuses on simple conversation with an emphasis on primary vocabulary on selected themes. Textbook: Spanish Now! Eighth Edition.

Building on skills learned in Spanish, Beginning I, students continue to learn basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Concepts covered in this class include time and weather, irregular present tense verbs, prepositions, and the verbs ser and estar (to be). Through group and pair work, games, and handouts students will also improve their conversational skills. Textbook: Spanish Now! Eighth Edition.

Building on skills learned in Spanish, Beginning I, students continue to learn basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Concepts covered in this class include time and weather, irregular present tense verbs, prepositions, and the verbs ser and estar (to be). Through group and pair work, games, and handouts students will also improve their conversational skills. Textbook: Spanish Now! Eighth Edition.

Building on Spanish Beginning I and II, students further develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Concepts covered in this class include adjectives, prepositions, basic commands, and the introduction of regular preterit (past tense) verbs. Through group and pair work, games and handouts students will also improve their conversational skills. Textbook: Spanish Now! - Eighth Edition.

Discover how fast you will be playing chord accompaniment to folk and country songs. You’ll quickly gain a basic knowledge of reading chord charts, tuning, strumming, chords and theory with a fingerstyle technique for a more thorough exploration of the instrument’s capabilities. Bring your guitar to the first class.

Go beyond chord accompaniment and begin finger picking, reading notes, and understanding the fundamentals of music theory. A greater variety of more difficult music will be explored. You should have a basic knowledge of the guitar, chords and chord charts for this class. Bring your guitar to the first class.

A deeper look into music theory and how it applies to the modern world. Emphasis on training the ear to hear challenging melodies as well as basic chord progressions. Topics include classical major and minor scales, the modes, and the blue notes, as well as spelling chords and chordal extensions. We will also discuss the historical development of all of these concepts and how they apply to all genres of music.

This bag class is an excellent opportunity to use your sewing skills as you explore the fundamentals of bag making. Discover options for materials, design, and hardware. Learn how to customize your bag with various types of zippers, embellishments and more. You will create a one-of-a-kind bag and/or tote. A materials list will be given at the first class. This class is not suitable for beginners. You must know how to use a sewing machine and have good sewing skills. Leigh Anne Hilbert, Instructor.

This bag class is an excellent opportunity to use your sewing skills as you explore the fundamentals of bag making. Discover options for materials, design, and hardware. Learn how to customize your bag with various types of zippers, embellishments and more. You will create a one-of-a-kind bag and/or tote. A materials list will be given at the first class. This class is not suitable for beginners. You must know how to use a sewing machine and have good sewing skills. Leigh Anne Hilbert, Instructor.

Interior decorating is an art form that transcends mere aesthetics; it is a powerful means of transforming spaces into environments that reflect personal style while serving functional purposes. You will further explore principles that elevate design beyond mere decoration. We will discuss the key elements of contemporary interior design, the importance of color theory, and integrating your personal style to create spaces that reflect your individuality while maintaining functionality. Discover how a well-decorated space can evoke a sense of balance, integrating colors, textures, furniture, and accessories into a cohesive design.

Quilting, an old-time Southern tradition, is recapturing its vibrancy as an art form across the country. Whether you want to make heirloom bed quilts or artful quilted wall hangings, this beginning class is for you. Learn the basics of quilting including color and design, cutting with rotary equipment, matching points and putting it all together. Complete most of a small sample quilt over the duration of the class. A supply list will be provided on the first class.

Quilting, an old-time Southern tradition, is recapturing its vibrancy as an art form across the country. Whether you want to make heirloom bed quilts or artful quilted wall hangings, this beginning class is for you. Learn the basics of quilting including color and design, cutting with rotary equipment, matching points and putting it all together. Complete most of a small sample quilt over the duration of the class. A supply list will be provided on the first class.

This class is for those with basic quilting experience or who have taken a Beginning Quilting class. You will have fun developing your quilting skills as we explore different styles and techniques of quilt making. Sewing machines are available to use in class or bring your own. For first class, bring your Show and Tell quilting pieces. Supplies discussed at the first class.

Experience the joy of fly fishing and increase your confidence as you explore casting, fly presentation and wading techniques. There will be discussion on aquatic insects and their life cycle, reading a river, finding fish, selecting a rod and fly line, picking the right fly, selecting wading equipment and gearing up for a trip. Bring a brown bag lunch and any fish equipment you might have to class. Shane Buckner, Instructor. All activities are on the Asheville Campus.

Relieve stress and develop focus through yoga. You will learn basic postures and be introduced to yoga 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. Tricia Lea, Instructor.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call ÄÐÈ˲ؾ«¸óat (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call ÄÐÈ˲ؾ«¸óat (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call ÄÐÈ˲ؾ«¸óat (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call ÄÐÈ˲ؾ«¸óat (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call ÄÐÈ˲ؾ«¸óat (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call ÄÐÈ˲ؾ«¸óat (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.