Personal Enrichment

We all want to do and be our best. Our Personal Enrichment classes help you get there! We offer an array of classes, including Ikebana, make-up artistry, soap-making, and streaming online

  • How to Make Fizzy Bath Bombs

    This is a fun and interactive class with lots of hands-on practice.  These bath bombs make fantastic gifts.  You just drop them into a hot bath and they fizz and dissolve releasing a beautiful fragrance.  Surprisingly, they are easy and inexpensive to make.  Let your imagination run WILD and experiment with different oils and colors.  The possibilities are endless; all it takes to make delicately scented tablets is a little mixing, some gradual spritzing and a few minutes of molding.  When you are finished you will have dozen s of effervescent treats in a variety of shapes and colors that will scent and soften bath water as they bubble.  This is hands-on class, so please dress accordingly.  There is a $30 materials fee for this class, which will be collected by the presenter.

    This course falls under the Personal, Social, Civic, and Environmental Responsibility Institutional Level Outcomes (ILOs). 

    Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    • Make chemical free herbal Fizzy Bath Bombs.
    • Make different kinds of Fizzy Bath Bombs utilizing different ingredients.
    • Follow recipes to produce Fizzy Bath Bobs.
    • Use different types of ingredients, colors, scents, aromatherapy oils and essential oils.
    • Locate and purchase products to make Fizzy Bath Bombs.
  • Introduction to Violin

    Participants of all ages explore the basics of violin playing and music reading in a fun and friendly group environment.  Students 7-10 of age will need a 1/2 size violin, ages 11-14 need a 3/4 size and a full size ages 15+.  The violin can be rented or purchased at any local music store. Parental participation is recommended for young children. 

    This course falls under the Communication, Critical Thinking, Information and Technology Literacy, and Personal, Social, Civic, and Environmental Responsibility Institutional Level Outcomes (ILOs). 

    Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    • Learn good set up and proper posture
    • Employ optimal left hand position and correct bow hold
    • Practice skills within class session
  • Learn to Lash

    In this class, participants will learn the basics of Lash Lift / Lash Perm.  This training will guide every attendee through the complete process as if preparing a client as well as completing a lash lift or lash perm service. Students will be asked to participate with proper sanitation and safety guidance throughput the entire class. In this class, we not only train students, but we also offer a further understanding of the business and signature design that comes with eyelash lift or perm. The instructor allows every student attending this course the opportunity for hands on practice with all tools and equipment that it takes to complete lash lift or lash perm. This class also focuses on sanitation and disinfecting of all equipment and tools that are used to complete the skill throughout the whole course.  We believe that guiding students through the strong factors of proper application will allow every class participant to build confidence in the beauty industry and all that it offers for a better future or business. 

    This course falls under the Communication, Critical Thinking, and Personal, Social, Civic, and Environmental Responsibility Institutional Level Outcomes (ILOs). 

    Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    • Understand the difference between Lash Lifting and Lash Perming.
    • Effectively demonstrate the process of Lash Lift / Lash Perm.
    • Understand the importance of safety and sanitation. 
    • Apply safety protocols when handling instruments and tools.
  • Learning How to Make Body Butter

    In this class, participants will learn the entire process of making a variety of body butter products.  Making your own body butter lotion is not as difficult as you might think.  We will accomplish this by using a simple process utilizing many of the same tools you already have in your kitchen.  Many body butter recipes need just a handful of ingredients - you can make them with whatever scent and therapeutic qualities you desire to create unique products.  Body butter is awesome in any form.  Like many people, you seek to create a restful retreat in your home - one in which you can relax and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul. 

    This course falls under the Personal, Social, Civic, and Environmental Responsibility Institutional Level Outcomes (ILOs). 

    Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    • Make body butter
    • Properly handle all tools and supplies
    • Keep a safe work environment
    • Locate and purchase tools and supplies
  • Make Xtra Income: Auto Wholesale Business from Home

    Come learn how to make extra money buying and selling wholesale cars as a home-based business.  You will learn six techniques that can earn you $3000 just selling 1-3 cars a month.  Learn how to get your auto dealer license within 10-15 business days and how to operate a profitable used car business from your computer.  Find out the how and where of buying at wholesale prices and how to sell at retail prices for very good profits.  You'll get a FREE list of all the 300+ dealer only auctions in the USA where automobiles are sold below wholesale.  This class is DMV approved and you will receive a DMV certificate of completion at the end of class.  With the certificate, you can take the 40 question exam with DMV and upon passing it, you have one year to apply for a dealer license if you choose to do so.  The auto wholesale dealer license is a great way to maintain part-time or full-time while working your 9-5 job.

    This course falls under the Critical Thinking and Personal, Social, Civic, and Environmental Responsibility Institutional Level Outcomes (ILOs).  

    Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    • Apply 6 techniques for buying and selling wholesale cars.
    • Identify where to buy and sell cars.
    • Apply information gained from the course to take the DMV dealer license exam.
  • Mastering Microblading

    *Offered in English & Spanish

    Want to become a brow artist? Interested in permanent makeup application? This comprehensive and hands-on training will prepare participants in the art and technique of Microblading. The goal of this course is to help participants feel confident in effectively applying Microblading design and shaping techniques. No experience necessary! Learn to complete a full permanent makeup service through this two-day course which will address: safety and sanitation practices, skin anatomy, brow design, coloring techniques, and more.  Participants will have the opportunity to view a step-by-step instructor demonstration and will practice skills on mannequin wax skins.

    This course falls under the Communication, Critical Thinking and Personal, Social, Civic, and Environmental Responsibility Institutional Level Outcomes (ILOs).  

    Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    • Understand the importance of safety and sanitation and apply these protocols when handling instruments and tools.
    • Understand from start to finish how to apply Microblading techniques.
    • Simulate real eyebrow hair strokes using Microblading techniques.
    • Create symmetrical eyebrows by enhancing the client’s natural shape with Microblading techniques.

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    ¿Quieres convertirte en un artista de cejas? ¿Estás interesado en la aplicación de maquillaje permanente? Este entrenamiento completo y práctico preparará a los participantes en el arte y la técnica del Microblading. El objetivo de este curso es ayudar a los participantes a sentirse seguros al aplicar de manera efectiva técnicas de diseño y modelado de Microblading. ¡No se requiere experiencia! Aprende a completar un servicio completo de maquillaje permanente a través de este curso de dos días que abordará: prácticas de seguridad e higiene, anatomía de la piel, diseño de cejas, técnicas de coloración y más. Los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de ver una demostración paso a paso del instructor y practicarán habilidades en pieles de maniquí con cera.

    Este curso se encuentra bajo los Resultados Institucionales de Nivel (ILOs) de Comunicación, Pensamiento Crítico y Responsabilidad Personal, Social, Cívica y Ambiental.

    Tras la exitosa finalización de este curso, los estudiantes podrán:

    • Comprender la importancia de la seguridad e higiene y aplicar estos protocolos al manejar instrumentos y herramientas.
    • Comprender de principio a fin cómo aplicar técnicas de Microblading.
    • Simular trazos reales de cabello de cejas utilizando técnicas de Microblading.
    • Crear cejas simétricas mejorando la forma natural del cliente con técnicas de Microblading.
  • Ohara School of Ikebana- Japanese Flower Arrangement

    Life is stressful and at times chaotic. Practicing Ikebana involves calming and focusing one’s mind. It is learning and developing a new approach to the beauty found in nature all around us. Students gain two sets of benefits; one, the skill/process of arranging flowers that is relaxing, and second, students will bring home a fresh flower arrangement after every class.

    Students will need to bring the following items to class:

    • 10” flat container (vase) $10
    • 3” x 4” kenzan (from Japan) $35
    • Garden cutter (from Japan) $30

    These may be purchased from the instructor on the first day of class or you may bring your own. Once registered for the course, please email Wendy Sensei to let her know if you would like her to bring any of the above items for you (Include name, course date and course number in the email) TO: Wendyikebana@gmail.com 

    This course falls under the Personal, Social, Civic, and Environmental Responsibility Institutional Level Outcomes (ILOs). 

    Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    • Learn the history of Japanese Ikebana
    • Demonstrate the basic skill, introductory forms, of the Ikebana
    • Understand the process of Ikebana as a way to appreciate nature
  • Prominent Figures of Champagne

    A Certified Sommelier and Champagne Master recounts the fascinating stories of the most prominent figures of the Champagne wine growing region. Enjoy a tasting of six (6) French sparklers while discovering the captivating tales of the most celebrated persons related to the wine we call Champagne. We’ll talk about historical figures, modern winemakers, and even new kids on the block. Champagne is surely a wine for celebration—and the holidays are just around the corner. As Dom Perignon said, “Come quickly. I am tasting the stars!”

    This course falls under the Communication and Critical Thinking Institutional Level Outcomes (ILOs). 

    Upon successful completion of the class, students will be able to:

    • Accurately identify a wine based on sight, smell, and palate
    • Develop the ability to differentiate various varietals, styles, and regions of wine areas
    • Learn common aromas and flavors found in white wines and red wines
    • Develop confidence to talk about or review a wine after tasting
  • Violin- Level 1

    Participants of all ages will learn to read violin music and play songs on all four strings in first position while in a fun lively group setting.  Students 7-10 of age will need a 1/2 size violin, ages 11-14 need a 3/4 size and a full size ages 15+.  The violin can be rented or purchased at any local music store. Parental participation is recommended for young children. 

    This course falls under the Communication, Critical Thinking, Information and Technology Literacy, and Personal, Social, Civic, and Environmental Responsibility Institutional Level Outcomes (ILOs). 

    Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    • Learn proper techniques for holding the violin and bow
    • Understand basics of music reading
    • Play familiar folk songs
  • Voice-Overs Now is Your Time!

    In what could be the most enlightening webinar you’ve ever taken, our instructor and professional voice coach will show you how you can actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos, and more. Most people go about it the wrong way. In this introductory class, you will learn about a unique, outside the box way to break into this creative, fulfilling, and potentially lucrative industry.

    This course falls under the Communication, Critical Thinking, and Information and Technology Literacy, and Personal, Social, Civic and Environmental Responsibility Institutional Level Outcomes (ILOs). 

    Upon successful completion of the class, students will be able to:

    • Learn the types of voice overs that are used in the industry.
    • Identify ways on how to work in the industry.
    • Understand how to utilize an at home studio.

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