Beginning Upholstery - #7319 & #7320
Cutting and layout, furniture construction as well as hand tools and power sewing equipment and various materials for furniture and automobiles will be covered. Demonstration and hands-on experience in upholstery techniques. $20 material fee paid to instructor at first class. All projects will need to be approved by the instructor for size and level of difficulty before being brought to class. No class Nov. 26.
Robert Peck
#7319 - Wed., Sept. 10-Oct. 15
(6 sessions) 6:00-9:00 p.m. $79
#7320 - Wed., Oct. 29-Dec. 10
(6 sessions) 6:00-9:00 p.m. $79
West Campus, Building 6000, Room 6002
Installing Ceramic Tile Bathroom Floor and Entry Way - #0615
This is a perfect project for the do-it-yourself homeowner. Learn how to tear out existing flooring, surface preparation, materials selection, tool requirements, and hands-on installation techniques. $25 material fee paid to instructor at first class. For biography on instructor see our website at www.mjc.edu/communityed.
James Michael
Thurs., Oct. 16-30 (3 sessions)
6:30-9:30 p.m. $59
West Campus, Building 6000, Room 6002
Household Plumbing Repair - #1684
Learn how to make simple repairs to household plumbing fixtures with familiar tools. Instructor will troubleshoot and demonstrate how to repair common problem areas: water closet, lavatory, shower head, and even the kitchen sink. Students will disassemble and reassemble props. Shopping tips on buying plumbing fixtures will also be covered. $5 material fee payable to the instructor at first class meeting.
Jim Bonetti
Tues., Oct. 21 & 28 (2 sessions)
6:30-8:30 p.m. $35
West Campus, Building 6000, Room 6002
Vegetable Gardening - #1654
Turn your garden into a source of delicious vegetables and personal satisfaction. Learn the basics of growing, caring for and harvesting your own vegetables. Items discussed in class will be: Garden layout, planning time, site selection, soil preparation and harvest. Organic methods will also be covered in this unique class.
Martin Hildebrandt
Wed., Oct. 15 (1 session)
6:30-9:30 p.m. $29
Agriculture Building, Room 125
The Backyard Orchard - #1681
Harvest an abundance of fruits, nuts and berries from your own yard while creating an attractive home landscape. Learn how to select, plant and manage your own home orchard. Organic methods recommended.
Martin Hildebrandt
Thurs., Nov. 13 (1 session)
6:30-9:30 p.m. $29
Agriculture Building, Room 133
Backyard Composting - #4838 & #4839
Sponsored by the City of Modesto and Community Education, this free* class is designed to teach you how to put your garden refuse to good use. City residents must live in zip codes areas 95350-95358.* Certificate at completion of class for $5 off purchase of composter through the City of Modesto. Those who are not Modesto residents must pay a fee of $35 for the class.
Martin Hildebrandt
#4838 - Tues., Oct. 7 (1 session)
6:30-8:30 p.m. Free*
Founders Hall, Room 125
#4839 - Sat., Nov. 1 (1 session)
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Free*
Agriculture Building, Room 125
Build Your Dream House for a Song - #7479
If you’re like most people, you probably think the only way to have a house of your own is to scrimp and save for a down payment, then sign up for a 30-year mortgage. Well, guess what? There’s another way! Imagine how different your life would be if you had no rent or mortgage payment! You CAN build your dream house, and own it free and clear in five years or less. You don’t need a lot of experience either. Author David Cook and his family built their house in Marin County and saved a bundle. Learn: 1) How to buy land for less than retail at County tax sales; 2) Buy building materials for ten cents on the dollar; 3) Live on your land comfortably and rent free while you build; 4) Get the best help for the least money; and much more. $20 material fee for book payable to instructor in class.
David Cook
Sat., Oct. 4 (1 session)
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $39
LLC, 1219 N. Carpenter Road, Room 101
How to Spruce Up Your Yard - #1685
If you would like more "curb appeal" - come learn how to install annual color, perennials and shrubs to make your landscape more appealing. This is a perfect class to learn to create a beautiful landscape with a smaller budget in mind.
Hank Moore
Wed., Oct. 1 (1 session)
6:30-9:30 p.m. $29
Founders Hall, Room 274
