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ARTS, HOBBIES & CRAFTS Beginning Vegetable Gardening This class is for beginning gardeners and those wishing to learn more about vegetable gardening. Join the wave of urban homesteading by learning the basics of setting up and growing your Fall vegetable garden, with an emphasis on raised bed gardening and growing organic. Topics covered will be site location, soil preparation, seed and plant selection, propagation, soils, fertilizers and mulch, pest control, general plant care, harvest and more. Participants will construct a small 2’x2’ raised redwood gardening bed to use in their own garden! Please dress comfortably as we will be doing hands on projects. Elaine Valladao Sat, October 8 - October 15, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Merced College, PS-1, $45 per person + $15 materials fee (paid to instructor) Ceramics Open Lab Explore the tactile qualities of clay and create your own ceramics through hands-on instruction in a relaxed atmosphere. This open lab will provide one-on-one instruction for beginners to advanced artists. Focusing on pottery as a form of visual art, the class will cover a number of topics and techniques, from basic wheel thrown pottery to hand built pottery to raku. Your creative ceramic pieces will then be glazed and fired for you to enjoy at home or give as a gift. Mondays: Bill Gossett Mon, August 15 – October 10 (No class 9/5/16 ) OR Mon, October 17 – December 5 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thursdays: Kerry Brooke Thurs, August 18 – October 6 OR Thur, October 13 – December 8 (No class 11/24/16) 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Merced College, ART-5, $70 per person + $10 materials fee + $10 for first bag of clay $10 discount when you register for two sessions at the same time For final pick up date will be 12/15/16 for Session 2 from 7:30am and 4:30pm with Ira Jones. Crazy for Cupcakes Cupcakes are everywhere! Different flavors, styles, designs, and shapes! Participants will learn to decorate an assortment of eye-catching cupcakes using both buttercream icing and fondant. The best part is you can take them home to share with family and friends! Kaitlyn & Debbie Harden Sat, September 24, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Merced College, VOC-142, $40 per person, plus $15 materials fee (paid to the instructor for the cupcakes, buttercream icing, and fondant) MATERIALS: Please bring 10-12 plain cupcakes to class. Merced Shakespearefest Community Theatre Production This class is for community members who would like to participate in Merced Shakespearefest’s production of Troilus and Cressida by William Shakespeare, co-produced by Merced Shakespearefest and the Merced College Theatre Department. Participants will receive instruction as actors, stage managers, and/or technicians. The class will culminate in public performances for a paid audience in January 2017. Participation is determined by Director audition or interview. Directors: Traci Sprague & Heike Hambly Open Auditions: Sat, October 22, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Session 1: Mon - Wed, November 28 - November 30, 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Session 2: Mon - Fri, January 3- January 20, 2017 (no class on 1/16/17), 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Performance Dates: Fri & Sat, January 20, 21, 27, 28, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. Sun, January 22 & 29, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Merced College, Theater & Thtr-13, $30 per person Play Production Class (Mariposa) Come learn all the aspects of play production! The production this fall will be Joseph Kesselring’s famous play Arsenic and Old Lace. Fred Friedland, Professor Emeritus from Merced College, will be the play director and class instructor. Actors and backstage people are needed. Please note that auditions will be held July 18, 19, 20 at 7:00pm at the Mariposa County Park Amphitheater on stage. Actors will receive their scripts when they are cast and will have the month of August 2016 to memorize their lines prior to starting rehearsals. Fred Friedland Open Auditions: July 18, 19, and 20, 7:00 p.m. Mon-Thurs, September 6 - October 6, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Mariposa Park Amphitheatre, $60 per person + $9 materials fee Performance Dates: Fri & Sat, October 7, 8, 14, 15, 2016 at 7:00pm & Sun, October 16, 2016 at 2:00pm Register Today! (209) 384-6224 WWW.MERCEDCOMMUNITYSERVICES.COM DANCE Dancing for Birth (and Post-Partum) Come have fun and learn how expectant moms can move to music before, during, and after the birthing process, using specific dance movements to help get more comfortable during pregnancy, encourage babies into an optimal position for birth, and promote healing in the post-partum period. So tie a scarf around your hips, and spend an hour of fun bonding with your baby, as we dance and talk about birthing. Post-partum moms and newborns are welcome! Sign-up anytime during your pregnancy. Check it out at www.dancingforbirth.com. Vangee Guettinger, RN, Certified Dancing For Birth Instructor Mon, July 11 – August 1 OR August 8 – August 29 OR September 12 – October 3 OR October 10 – October 31 OR November 7 – November 28 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Merced College, GYM-4, $20 per person W! NE Flamenco Flamenco is fiery, feisty and full of passion. Come get equipped with the moves, rhythms, and steps of this iconic dance style. No experience required, beginners are welcome as well as male and female students are encouraged to participate in this beautiful partnership expressed through dance. This is your chance to take to the floor and let impulse and instinct take hold. Let’s have some fun! Carmela Hill Wed, August 24 – September 28 OR October 5 – November 9 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Merced College, GYM-4, $40 per person HEALTH, FITNESS & RECREATION (cont.) Lap Swim Swimming is one of the best forms of exercise. Enjoy open lap swim at the Merced College Pool throughout the Spring term at any of the three time slots. Please note that on occasion, Lap Swim is cancelled due to other events being held at the Merced College Pool or weather conditions. In the event of such cancellations, Community Services strives to provide adequate notice to all participants so that arrangements can be made to swim during other open time slots throughout the week. Mon, Wed, & Thurs July 6- July 28 AND Mon, Wed, Fri, August 1 - August 31 OR Mon, Wed, & Fri, September 2 - October 31 (No class 9/5/16) OR November 2- December 23 (No class 11/11/16 & 11/25/16) 5:00 a.m. - 6:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., and 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Merced College, Pool, $40 per person Yoga Are you looking for a workout program that’s easy to learn, requires little or no equipment, and soothes your soul while toning your body? If strengthening your cardiovascular system, toning and stretching your muscles, and improving your mental fitness are on your to-do list, come learn more about the basics of yoga. Tracy Decker Tue & Thurs, August 16 – October 6 OR October 11 – December 6 (No class 11/24/16 ) 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Merced College, GYM-4, $55 per person $10 discount for past participants KID’S CORNER Western Line Dance No need for a partner in this active, fun-filled class where you can meet new friends while learning the latest western line dances along with the oldies but goodies. Deborah Wohltman Fri, August 19 – September 23 OR September 30 – November 4 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Merced College, GYM-4, $35 per person Also see HEALTH, FITNESS & RECREATION Golf For All Ages accommodates youth age 6 & up. Lap Swim accommodates youth age 16 & up. Western Partner Dance Don’t dress up - just come, socialize and have fun while learning to dance! In this lively and interactive class, you’ll learn the basic steps to dances such as the Two Step, Ten Step, Cotton Eye Joe, Schottische, and the well-known Swing. Deborah Wohltman Fri, August 19 – September 23 OR September 30 – November 4 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Merced College, GYM-4, $35 per person World Dance Learn easy folk dances from around the world. No experience or partners required. Dances are mostly line and circle patterns. All ages are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Come meet new folks, stimulate your minds and toes alike, and get some good low aerobic exercise while relieving stress and dancing to music from a variety of cultures worldwide-Europe, Greece, the Middle East, and beyond. You will gain an appreciation for how other folks come together traditionally to celebrate and have a lot of fun too! Erica Zweig Wed, August 17 – September 21 OR September 28 – November 2 OR November 9 – December 21 (No class on 11/23/16) 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Merced College, GYM-4, $40 per person HEALTH, FITNESS & RECREATION Aikido Understand the fundamentals of emotional and physical conflict by implementing basic Aikido techniques including basic body movement, synthesis of breathing, and physical and mental applications. Students will gain an overall understanding of the philosophy of Aikido and how it relates to both self-defense and conflict resolution. Sensei’s Ron Duran and Brandon Wolff-Hunnicutt each hold black belt ranks with over a decade of Aikido practice in this beautiful Japanese martial-art. Ron Duran & Brandon Wolff-Hunnicutt Tue & Thurs, July 5 – August 25 OR August 30 – October 20 OR October 25 – December 15 (No class on 11/24/16), 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Merced College, GYM-4, $65 per person $10 discount for past participants Badminton Learn to play badminton and understand the basic rules that apply to the game. Come have fun, all levels are welcome! Ernest “Moochie” Terry, Jim Xu, Mina Xu, & Rockie Xiong Mon & Wed, July 11 - July 27 AND Wed & Fri August 3 - August 12 7:45 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.* Wed & Fri, August 17 – September 16 OR September 21 – October 21 OR October 26 – December 2 (No class on 11/11/16 & 11/25/16) 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.* Merced College, GYM, $40 per person, save $5 per session when you register for 2 or more sessions at the same time) * All dates and times are dependent upon availability of this facility. First preference is given to Merced College credit classes and sports teams, so occasional adjustment may be made to the year round schedule. Fitness Lab Membership Want a gym membership without the application fee and yearly contract? Join the Merced College Fitness Lab with membership available for a one month period. Roger Imbrogno & Colleen Garris Mon - Thurs, July 5 – July 28 OR Mon - Fri, August 1 – August 31 OR September 1 – September 30 (No class on 9/5/16) OR October 3 – October 31 OR November 1 – November 30 (No class on 11/11/16, 11/24/16, & 11/25/16) OR December 1 – December 23 5:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Merced College, GYM-5, $25 per session Save $5 per session when you register for 2 or more sessions at the same time Golf For All Ages Bogie, par, fore! Whether you are a beginner or an advanced player, your game will improve. This golf lesson course will cover full swing, short game, basic rules, and general golf etiquette. Gary Olson played on the PGA tour for 10 years, participated in 11 national championships as well as 2 major championships, and has been teaching golf for 49 years. Bring your own clubs or borrow one of ours. Gary Olson Sat, September 10 – October 1, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Rancho Del Rey Golf Course (5250 Green Sands Ave. in Atwater) $55 Per person + range fees (approximately $32 for the session) Jr. Blue Devil Water Polo (SplashballTM – Ages 5-9) Splashball is a program under the umbrella of USA Water Polo, and exists to introduce water polo to the younger generation in the community. This fun, healthy activity promotes fitness, self-esteem, and water safety while teaching the basic components of water polo. For more information contact Coach McCall at (209) 384-6029 or mccall.s@mccd.edu. Scott McCall Tue & Thurs, September 6 – October 27, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Merced College, Pool, $80 per person TM Jr. Blue Devil Beginning Water Polo (Age 14 & Under) This class is for students who are ready to move to the next level beyond SplashballTM and for students who are ages 10-14 who have never played water polo. Students will transition from using the noodle, increase to 25 yards of playing space, and the ball is bigger. The class will cover basic fundamentals and prepare students for advanced water polo and playing with the year round club team. Nick Fazzari Tue & Thurs, September 6 – October 27, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Merced College, Pool, $80 per person PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT W! NE Beginning Sign Language In this class you will have fun learning the basics of American Sign Language. Learn how to communicate with others without even saying a word! Students will learn through playing games, signing songs, and telling stories in this fun and interactive class. La Rhonda Batson Tue, October 4 - October 25 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Merced College, Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street), Room 121 $60 per person W! NE Business Blogging Basics Learn the basics about how to blog as well as why it is important for content marketing and website development in businesses today. Includes structure of posts, topic development, how to market your blog, and more. Chris Carroll Fri, November 18, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Merced College, Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street), Room 215, $55 per person Flying and Photographing with a RC Quadcopter Flying a remote controlled quadcopter and taking images can be quite a challenge. This class is designed to get your RC Quadcopter off the ground and start taking aerial photos. You will learn safety regulation and precautions, basic flying techniques and skills, and start taking images from the air that can be edited and shared. Friedhelm Golz Sat, December 3 - December 10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Merced College, ART-8 and Front Lawn, $55 per person Personalized One-on-One Video Conference Class Fun one-on-one, video chat class to get started in Professional Voice Acting, covering some of the many details of the industry. Receive professional voice evaluation. This class is taught by a professional voice actor from the voice acting training company, Voices For All. Class length is 90 minutes. For more information visit: http://www.voiceforall.com/ooo Each class consists of a 90-minute 1-on-1 session with a professional voice actor Ongoing enrollment (new sessions starting weekly), $49 per person PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT (cont.) PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES (cont.) Photography Unplugged - Theory and Praxis of Creating Great Images Does your business depend on food safety? Learn about the most recent FDA codes and food safety procedures in this 2-day class. Participants must register at www.servsafe.com to receive a login ID and password prior to the first day of class. A seat for the online exam must be purchased for $36. Proctored exam will take place on 2nd day of class from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. LaVon Cronk Thur, July 14 - July 21 OR September 15 - September 22 Merced College, Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street), Rm 121 $179 per person This class is designed to challenge and enhance the photography and composition skills of each photographer. Together we will study famous images as well as the photographic and design principles that were used to create them. Then we will start to photograph and create great images. It is neither necessary to own a high priced camera, nor have extensive photoshop skills for this class. It is more important to be open and willing to experiment and have a lot of fun! Friedhelm Golz Thurs, August 18 – September 1, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Merced College, ART-8, $95 per person Web Development & Online Marketing for Businesses W! NE Develop an online marketing strategy to increase visibility for your business by learning to use tools such as blogging, social media marketing, mobile marketing tools, pay per click, link building, and website development through search engine optimization. Chris Carroll Tues, September 13 - September 27, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Merced College, Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street), Room 215 $145 per person ServSafe Workshop Sexual Harassment - AB 1825 & AB 2053 This workshop meets the AB 1825 and AB 2053 requirement for managers and superviors. Workshop topics include: learning what constitutes workplace harassment and offensive behavior that could be considered sexual harassment; the types of harassment likely to occur in the workplace; understanding your responsibilities as a manager/supervisor; how to take appropriate action against sexual harassment; knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations on sexual harassment and abusive conduct; conducting timely and appropriate investigations; ending harassment through disciplinary and remedial measures; and workplace bullying. Elaine Craig Tue, October 25, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Merced College, Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street), Rm 122 $40 per person PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES B.A.R. Smog Update UT 022 The purpose of this Bureau of Automotive Repair’s (BAR) training class is to update technicians on new automotive technology and emission testing procedures that affect California’s Smog Check vehicle inspection program, particularly using DSO’s to diagnose sensor and actuator problems. Michael Chicconi Sat & Sun, October 8 - October 9, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Merced College, Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street), Rm 120 $225 per person + $20 Material Fee Social Media Planning for Your Business In this hands-on Office 2013 training, you will learn to transition from Microsoft 2007/2010 as you explore a variety of enhancements, from Word’s ability to edit PDF files to the new Flash Fill functionality in Excel that dramatically increases the speed at which you can add data to a spreadsheet. During this 3-day workshop series, you’ll discover how the cloud has been deeply integrated into your Office experience and how collaborating with colleagues has never been easier. Ahmad Ahmadi Fri, September 9 - September 23, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Merced College, Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street), Rm 216 $145 per person Come learn the following SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Google+ and Blogging with Wordpress. Create, maintain, promote and integrate Facebook Business Pages, Twitter Profiles, LinkedIn Profiles and Company Pages, Google+ Pages. Keep your content on your own site by learning to blog with Wordpress. SOCIAL MEDIA THE SMART WAY: It is essential to communicate appropriately, safely and effectively on social media platforms - learn best practices, ethics, and privacy issues for being social on social platforms. STRATEGY: Be effective with your social media and maximize your social media campaigns. Learn how to plan a social media strategy that meets your business goals, can be measured, and can be adapted! Toni Pirtle Fri, August 19 - September 2, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Merced College, Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street), Rm 215 $145 per person Intermediate & Advanced Microsoft Access 2013 SAFETY & TRAINING Microsoft Office 2013 Take your data management to the next level! This class is for the intermediate to advanced database user. It will show you how to utilize the full power of Microsoft Access 2013. In this 3-day workshop series, you will learn how to use Access to create and customize tables. You will have the opportunity to make your database more user-friendly with smart lists and other sophisticated controls. You will also receive tips and techniques for optimizing your database. Finally, you will put the finishing touches on your database as you build a navigation form to make it easy for your users to find what they need. Ahmad Ahmadi Fri, September 30 - October 14, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Merced College, Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street), Rm 216 $145 per person Traffic School This DMV approved course meets the requirements for those allowed by the court to attend traffic school. Successful completion of this class could void the citation from your record and protect your insurance. Sat, August 13 OR September 10 OR October 8 OR November 5 OR December 10, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (you must arrive 15 minutes early) Merced College, Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street), Rm 121 $45 per person Online Learning Intermediate & Advanced Microsoft Excel 2013 Master intermediate to advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2013, including charting and PivotTables. During this 3-day workshop series, you will discover how powerful Microsoft Excel is and how it can boost your productivity. In this practical, hands-on class, you’ll learn how to create informative and eye-catching charts, as well as how to harness the power of Excel 2013’s filtering techniques. Ahmad Ahmadi Fri, October 21 - November 4, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Merced College, Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street), Rm 216 $145 per person Notary Public in One Day New Applicants Start your own business, provide customer service, and earn additional income. In this one-day intensive seminar you will cover new legislation, learn how to pass the exam, identify document signers, keep a journal, fill out certificates, and avoid lawsuits. The class includes a practice Notary Public Exam as well as the official exam. You must be present for the entire course of instruction and be at least 18 years of age. Bring to class a proper ID (license or state issued ID), two #2 pencils, a 2X2 passport size color photo, and a check or money order payable to the Secretary of State for $40. Renewal The 5-hour renewing Notary class takes place during the second half of the regular seminar (above). You must arrive at 12:30 to register. Class will begin at 12:45. Important: Renewing Notaries must be currently commissioned to be eligible for the 3-hour renewal class. Bring to class a proper ID (license or state issued ID), two #2 pencils, a 2X2 passport size color photo, and a check or money order payable to the Secretary of State for $40. Sat, August 13 New Applicants, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. $99 per person + $30 material fee (paid to Notary Public Seminars, Inc.) Renewal, 12:30p.m. - 6:00 p.m. $50 per person + $30 material fee (paid to Notary Public Seminars, Inc.) Visit our website or contact our office for a list of Fall classes offered online. Online learning offerings are provided in partnership with instructors from Ed2Go, World Education, ProTrain, and UGotClass. These classes and programs are not for credit and are not part of Merced College’s accredited courses and programs. Most of the programs prepare you to take national accredidation exams. Contact Community Services with any questions you may have, or to receive your copy of the full list of offerings. Bookkeeping Medical Terminology Medical Coding Graphic Design Website Design Comp TIA Paralegal Java Specialist Video Game Design & Development (209) 384-6224 WWW.MERCEDCOMMUNITYSERVICES.COM COLLETTE TOURS BUS TRIPS Merced College will provide a FREE COLLETTE slideshow presentation at the Business Resource Center (630 W. 19th Street Merced, CA 95340) on the following dates: Tuesday, August 16, 2016 from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 19, 2016 from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. Spotlight on New York City Holiday -Book by July 5, 2016 and SAVE $100 per person! October: SF Giants vs. LA Dodgers Come out to this special weekend game as the SF Giants take on the LA Dodgers! AT&T Park is located right on the San Francisco Bay with spectacular views of the city. Seating is located on the third base side in section VR332, now 14-17. We’ll arrive as the gates open with plenty of time to find your seat, grab a bite to eat, watch batting practice, and visit the gift shop. Don’t wait to get your tickets - this trip sells out early! saturday, October 1st from 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.* $115 per person includes GAME TICKET, transportation & refreshments * Time is subject to change due to AT&T Park schedule of the game. HIGHLIGHTS…Greenwich Village • Wall Street • Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall • Statue of Liberty • Broadway Show December 5 - 9, 2016 (5 days) DOUBLE - $3,049; SINGLE - $4,149; TRIPLE - $3,019 Portugal & Its Islands -Book by Spetmber 12, 2016 and SAVE $200 per person! December: Christmas Shopping at Union Square Join us on our traditional holiday trip to Union Square! Enjoy the festive displays, decorations, shop ‘til you drop, and explore the city. We will provide a hospitality suite at the St. Francis. This trip sells out early so book your registration soon! HIGHLIGHTS…Lison • Portuguese Rivera • St. Michael Island-Azores • Ponta Delgada • Sete Cidades • Plantation Visits • Furnas Valley • Cooking Demonstrations • Madeira Island • Monte • Botanical Garden of Madeira • Camara de Lobos • Cabo Girao • Espetada Dinner/Show March 10-22, 2017 (13 days) DOUBLE - $4,249; SINGLE - $4,899; TRIPLE - $4,219 FRIday, DECEMBER 2nd from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM $99 per person includes transportation & refreshments Mackinac Island -Book by October 28, 2016 and SAVE $100 per person! HIGHLIGHTS…Greenfield Village & Henry Ford Museum • Edsel and Eleanor Ford House • Mackinac Island • The Grand Hotel• Chicago • Millenium Park April 29- May 6, 2017 (8 days) DOUBLE - $2,849; SINGLE - $3,649; TRIPLE - $2,819 Shades of Ireland* HIGHLIGHTS…Dublin • Kilkenny • Waterford • Blarney Stone• Kingscourt • Limerick August, 2017 (10 days) Colors of New England* HIGHLIGHTS…Bootbay Harbor • North Conway • Stowe • Boston October, 2017 (8 days) Southern Charm* HIGHLIGHTS…Charleston • Savannah • Jekyll Island • Jacksonville December, 2017 (6 days) Reflections of Italy* HIGHLIGHTS…Milan • Venice • Murano Island • Florance • Siena Perugia • Rome May, 2018 (10 days) *These trips are subject to change as specific dates are still to be arranged with collette. • 4 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER! Any time, from anywhere, go to www.mercedcommunityservices.com. Easy and secure. • (209) 384-6224 to register using Debit/Credit (Visa/Mastercard only) or fax registration to (209) 386-6793. **$3 processing fee will apply to all phone registrations.** • Come to the Business Resource Center at 630 W. 19th Street in Merced (M St./19th St.) Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. to register using Debit/Credit (Visa/Mastercard only) or cash. **$3 processing fee will apply to all in person registrations.** • We will bill firms and agencies for your class fee. Bring a purchase order payable to: Merced College to the Business Resource Center at least one week prior to the start of your class. \ Refund Policy for Classes & Trips Community Services realizes that extenuating circumstances do arise. However, Community Services does not receive any state or federal funding in order to operate. We are a fee-supported entity of the college. Your enrollments pay for the cost of the program and the office support. In many cases we are unable to recoup the costs incurred if you drop a class or trip after the drop date. In regard to this, we have established the following policies: Class Refund Policy If you need to cancel an enrollment, please contact our office at least 7 days before the start date. You will be charged a $10 cancellation fee per person, per offering, except in cases where our office is responsible for the changes. If you need to cancel 7 days or less before the start date, you may write a letter of request to our Director, Becky Barabé, and these requests will be reviewed for a potential full or partial refund, based on your particular circumstance. Once an offering begins, we will not refund any portion of the fee. If you paid by cash, the refund will be by check and will arrive by mail. If you paid by credit card, the refund will be processed as a credit back to the same card that was used. Refunds take approximately 4-6 weeks to process. School Initiated Cancellation – Community Services reserves the right to cancel any class. Full refunds are automatically granted if a class is cancelled by our office. Occasionally there may be adjustments to the schedule for a class due to college facilities usage. We will notify participants of any of these changes as quickly as possible. Thank you in advance for your understanding. Trip Refund Policy If you need to cancel your bus trip, we need to have at least 30 days notice before the departure date to receive a refund. You will be charged a $10 cancellation fee per person, per trip, except in cases where our office is responsible for the changes. If you cancel the trip after the 30 day deadline, refunds will not be given unless there is a replacement for you on the trip. School Initiated Trip Cancellation – Community Services reserves the right to cancel any bus trip, for any reason. Full refunds are automatically granted if a bus trip is cancelled by our office. Once the class begins or trip was taken – NO REFUNDS will be issued! If you have a disability and require special accommodations, please notify our office at least two weeks in advance of the class/trip start date so that we can make the appropriate arrangements to accommodate your request. **$3 processing fee will apply to all phone and in person registrations.**