This course is a fast, easy way for the nontechnical user to get comfortable using free AI tools to increase their business or personal productivity and creativity.

You need a laptop you can bring to class and you need to be comfortable using it. The course will take you from zero knowledge of how to create “prompts”–simple text instructions to an AI service–to an intermediate level of prompt expertise by the end of the course.

You will find that you don't need to be a great writer, designer, or marketer to create a solid business plan or marketing campaign. You don't have to be "artistic" or "super-creative" to make great social media posts or create a fun, illustrated storybook for your child or grandchild.

Learning to prompt will open a whole new world of self-expression and a greater ability connect with others. You will be able to:

1) Boost your work, freelancing skill set, or school productivity

2) Learn a new language or other skill more quickly

3) Easily explore new frontiers in art, design, and creative writing

The course includes a free ebook with examples, customizable prompting templates, helpful tips, and info on additional AI services and resources. 30 minutes at the end of each class will be free-form - devoted to interaction, questions, discussion, and collaboration. 

Class meets Mondays and Thursdays, June 2, 5, 9, 12 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Instructor Ariel Strong is a techie who loves to introduce nontechnical folks to all of the fun and creative possibilities that recent advances in computing have made possible. She has worked in the field of software engineering since the early 1990s, and for the last eight years, has been specifically focused on Data Analytics and AI.

Ariel is the founder of FireFlight, a local tech startup. FireFlight brings AI strategy consulting, training, and process automation to individuals and small businesses, and conducts wildfire prevention work through fire risk assessments and prevention action plans.

This beginner-friendly course introduces the fundamentals of music notation and theory, including note reading, clefs, rhythm, intervals, scales, and familiar chord progressions. 

This class is perfect for:

• Beginners curious about how music works
• Parents or teachers helping kids with music lessons
• Self-taught musicians ready to fill gaps in their knowledge
• Community music ensemble members who want to improve their reading and music theory understanding (Flagstaff Community Band,  Orchestra Northern Arizona, Master Chorale of Flagstaff, etc.)
• Lifelong learners exploring a creative new hobby

Through a combination of lectures and hands-on exercises, we'll spend three weeks:

• Decoding notes on the staff
• Clapping and counting rhythms
• Singing intervals and simple melodies
• Identifying common chord patterns

In addition, you’ll receive curated practice sheets, recommended practice apps and websites, and listening examples to reinforce skills between sessions. By the end, you’ll have the tools to read sheet music. 

Class meets Mondays and Thursdays: June 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19; from 4 to 5:30 p.m. 

Instructor Caitlin McCready is a professional horn player, educator, and arts administrator based in Flagstaff. She is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Music at Arizona State University. Before moving to Flagstaff, Caitlin spent four years at Southeast Missouri State University, where she taught music theory and aural skills.

An advocate for adult learning and community music, Caitlin is also the Executive Director of the Flagstaff Community Band.

When not doing all of that, Caitlin also performs regularly with the Flagstaff Symphony and other orchestras throughout AZ, NV, and CO.

Ready to dive into the world of metalsmithing? In this hands-on, three-day workshop, you’ll learn the essential skills needed to start your metalsmithing journey. Working with sterling silver and copper, you’ll create your own handcrafted rings and a copper cuff bracelet while learning techniques like soldering, filing, sanding, stamping, forming, texturing, polishing, and more.

No experience? No problem! This beginner-friendly class is designed to introduce you to the tools and techniques of metalsmithing in a fun and supportive environment. By the end of the workshop, you’ll walk away with beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry and the confidence to keep creating!

Join us and learn how to turn metal into wearable art!

Instructor Skyler Dunfey is a metalsmith and jewelry artist with over a decade of experience in the craft. She first discovered metalsmithing in high school and has been honing her skills ever since, selling her work through SkyJune Designs and teaching jewelry-making classes to share her passion. Skyler specializes in traditional fabrication techniques, from soldering and stone setting to texturing and forming metal by hand. Her work is inspired by organic textures, natural landscapes, and a love of adventure. As an instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience, Skyler creates a welcoming and hands-on learning environment, helping students develop confidence and creativity at the bench.

Class meets Tuesday, June 3, Wednesday, June 4, and Thursday, June 5; from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

This registration link is for the CCC Paramedic Course Entrance Exam scheduled for June 4th, 2025

Time: 0830

Location: 3000 N. 4th Street, Flagstaff AZ 86004 - Room C-4

The written exam will be followed by an evaluation of the candidates medical and trauma patient assessment abilities.

The oral board interviews will be scheduled for each applicant on either 6/16 or 6/18.

This registration link is for the CCC Paramedic Course Entrance Exam scheduled for June 6th, 2025

Time: 0830

Location: 3000 N. 4th Street, Flagstaff AZ 86004 - Room C-4

The written exam will be followed by an evaluation of the candidates medical and trauma patient assessment abilities.

The oral board interviews will be scheduled for each applicant on either 6/16 or 6/18.

Poetry is powerful, personal, and it can be playful, too! Drawing on the idea of fulfillment represented by the upcoming summer solstice and the historic events of Juneteenth, we’ll practice some basic poetry techniques, get outside for inspiration from the natural world, and then let our learnings and laughter fly onto our papers! This workshop is ideal for individuals seeking to develop or expand their writing style, or for families looking for a unique activity to do together. One thing is for sure – we will have fun and see writing poetry in a fresh, new way! Finally, participants will have the opportunity to type their poems using decorative papers on vintage typewriters to create keepsakes to take home. Participants should bring a notebook and pen, but leave stuffy notions of fancy literature behind.

Instructor Linda Maria Alvarado made her first publication, a family newsletter, when she was thirteen and has been writing ever since. Fast forward (a few!) years, and she completed a certificate in creative writing from UCLA Extension in 2024 and can now officially state that she can “write pretty.” As further proof of her claim, she currently has a poem included in the Museum of Northern Arizona’s Poetry Maps exhibit and is serving as a poet-in-residence there as well. She has a BA in Fine Arts, MA in Anthropology, and her business, Paperclip Poetry, provides custom poems at events throughout Northern Arizona.

Minor children:

• If you are bringing a child, the minimum age for this course is 12.
• Children will receive a discount of $10. Please limit your registration to two per adult.
• Please call with any questions on children attending: 928-226-4174.

• This class is intended for medical providers and those applying for programs in the medical field (i.e. EMT, CNA, MA, Physicians, RN, Dentists, etc.)
  • Note: course will fulfill the enrollment pre-requisite for EMS 131, Emergency Medical Technician and NUR 110, Nursing Assistant I
• This is a medical course for CPR & AED for infant, child, & adult only. No First Aid.
• This course will be completed in person at the CCC Fourth Street Campus.
  • The course is approximately 5 hours.
  • Additional online work may be required.
• Health and Safety:
  
  • Masks are encouraged.
  • Personal air valves will be provided. 

This DIY course will cover common electrical maintenance and improvements you can do around the house and how to do it safely.  You’ll learn about switches, outlets, lights and more. We’ll cover what essential tools you’ll need to complete the job and how to use them safely, and also knowing when to call a professional. This class will be held at CCC’s Construction Technology Lab on the Fourth Street Campus.

This class is limited to only 12 participants...reserve your spot soon!

Instructor Vance Peterson is a faculty member in CCC’s Construction Technology Program where he teaches courses on electrical systems, solar home design, blueprint reading, estimating, any many more subjects. Before teaching at CCC he spent 25 years as a residential and commercial general contractor, and 3 years as a Building Inspector and Building Plans Examiner for the City of Flagstaff.

Class meets Monday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 24; 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.