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As part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science, join Kathy Farretta for this free Comet Talk.

In many ways we live in the world of science fiction: smart phones, autonomous automobiles, people living in the ISS, plans to send humans back to the moon. Once viewed as a quirky paperback for kids, science fiction is helping us find our way in this new world.

Kathy serves as the Museum Manager of the Pioneer Museum in Flagstaff, which is part of the Arizona Historical Society. She enjoys getting people excited about history and science, and strengthening our community by working with volunteers and through collaboration. She holds a Master’s degree in History from Northern Arizona University. She currently serves on the Board of the Flagstaff Festival of Science, and the Selection Committee for the Arizona Women’s Hall of Fame. She can often be found kayaking, hiking, or curled up with a good science fiction book.

This conversational Spanish course is designed for learners of all levels who want to build confidence speaking Spanish in a supportive, engaging environment. Whether you are a beginner just starting out or an intermediate student looking to strengthen your fluency, this class emphasizes real-world communication through interactive activities, guided conversations, and culturally relevant topics. Students will practice listening and speaking skills, expand vocabulary, and review essential grammar in context, all while connecting with others and enjoying the process of language learning. The course is ideal for those who want to maintain and improve their Spanish in a relaxed, community-oriented setting.

Katie is a Spanish instructor at CCC with a passion for creating meaningful, student-centered language learning experiences. She aims to create an environment where students feel supported, motivated, and excited to learn. Katie specializes in communicative approaches that help students feel comfortable using Spanish in real-life situations. She holds a Master of Arts in Teaching Spanish from NAU and has taught Spanish to all ages for the last 15 years.

This class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning Oct. 6 and ending Oct. 29; from 5 to 7 p.m.

Pysanky (pronounced “PIH-sahn-keh”) is a fascinating traditional Ukrainian egg-decorating technique passed down through generations since pagan times. Simple to intricate designs are applied to an egg with melted beeswax, then the egg is dipped into progressively darker-colored dyes. A multi-layered pattern results that is revealed when the wax is melted off at the end. This wax-resist style of decorated egg is one of Ukraine's national symbols.

In this workshop, you will learn to make these beautiful eggs yourself! You will be provided with examples, direct instruction and support as well as all the tools and materials needed to design and create your own pysanky.

This class will have a fall theme, including seasonal motifs of holidays and nature.

Instructor Nancy Rhoades is a retired teacher with a lifetime of creative experience. The craft of Pysanky is a joy to teach, and Nancy is delighted to have the opportunity from CCC to share this particularly beautiful folk art with you.

Pysanky (pronounced “PIH-sahn-keh”) is a fascinating traditional Ukrainian egg-decorating technique passed down through generations since pagan times. Simple to intricate designs are applied to an egg with melted beeswax, then the egg is dipped into progressively darker-colored dyes. A multi-layered pattern results that is revealed when the wax is melted off at the end. This wax-resist style of decorated egg is one of Ukraine's national symbols.

In this workshop, you will learn to make these beautiful eggs yourself! You will be provided with examples, direct instruction and support as well as all the tools and materials needed to design and create your own pysanky.

This class will have a fall theme, including seasonal motifs of holidays and nature.

Instructor Nancy Rhoades is a retired teacher with a lifetime of creative experience. The craft of Pysanky is a joy to teach, and Nancy is delighted to have the opportunity from CCC to share this particularly beautiful folk art with you.

• 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. 

Ever wonder why you can handle a stressful situation one day but feel overwhelmed by something that normally seems manageable on another? The Window of Tolerance is a simple framework for understanding how stress affects our brains and bodies, and why our ability to think clearly, communicate, make decisions, and cope can change from moment to moment.

In this Comet Talk, Dr. Liv will explore what happens when we move into fight-or-flight mode, shut down, or feel stuck somewhere in between. We’ll discuss how stress responses can show up at any age and in everyday situations, such as navigating school, work, friendships, family, health concerns, life transitions, caregiving, relationships, or changes in routine. Participants will learn how to recognize their own patterns, understand why everyone has a different “window,” and practice practical strategies for returning to a place where thinking, learning, problem-solving, and connecting with others feel more manageable. You’ll leave with a new way to understand your stress responses and tools you can use when your brain and body start to feel overwhelmed or go offline.

Dr. Olivia “Liv” Stull holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and is the founder of Learning with Dr. Liv, LLC. With experience spanning hospitals, classrooms, nonprofits, and college settings, she specializes in translating psychology and neuroscience research into practical tools people can actually use in everyday life. Her work focuses especially on understanding neurodivergence, strengthening executive functioning, supporting motivation, managing stress, and making sense of how the brain works. Through workshops, lectures, and individual coaching, Dr. Liv helps people build strategies that work with their brains rather than against them.

This class is available both in-person and live on Zoom.

Water is life. In this course, we explore where our water comes from, how water gets to people, and water challenges facing communities across northern Arizona. Topics include hydrology, groundwater, springs, watersheds, and the scientific processes that influence water availability in the arid southwest. Through a scientific lens, participants will examine how climate variability, drought, and changing water demands affect the water systems that sustain communities, ecosystems, and economies. Science communications and citizen science are included. The course blends short lectures, guest speakers, interactive discussions, and optional field experiences to explore physical systems delivering water to homes. By the end of the class, participants will understand the water systems in which they are a part of, the natural and human factors that influence water availability, and will develop new tools to support their active civic engagement in community water conversations and decision making.

Co-instructors Michellsey Benally and Chris Kuzdas have combined decades of experience working with communities across the landscapes of the West and beyond.

Michellsey serves as the Grand Canyon Trust's Water Advocacy Manager, working alongside tribal and rural communities to safeguard groundwater in the Grand Canyon and Little Colorado River regions. Prior to that she worked at the Arizona Department of Water Resources managing groundwater regulation across the state.

Chris earned a PhD from Arizona State University. He currently serves as the Arizona Water Program Director for the Environmental Defense Fund. He serves on the Governor's Water Policy Council and spends his time collaborating with local communities to shape water policy discussions and decisions that impact them.

• This class meets 10/27, 10/29, 11/03, 11/5 from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
• In addition to the four meeting times in the classroom/zoom, there will be an optional field trip that will be in-person only, as well as an optional community service opportunity. Details on these meetings are still to-be-determined.

This Fall 2026 Water & Society class pairs with a governance and policy focused Water & Society offered in the Spring semester.

Social media doesn't have to mean posting every day, chasing trends, or trying to go viral. In this practical, hands-on course, small-business owners, entrepreneurs, and local service providers will learn how to build a simple, sustainable social media presence that supports real business goals.

Participants will learn how to choose the right platforms for their audience, develop an easy-to-follow content strategy, create engaging posts and short-form videos, write effective captions and calls to action, and turn social media engagement into meaningful business opportunities. The course will introduce five essential content pillars: education, showcasing, behind-the-scenes, community, and social proof.

Through guided exercises, participants will identify their primary social media platform, develop content ideas, and create a simple first-week posting plan they can put into action immediately. The course also covers engagement strategies, meaningful social media metrics, and ways to build a repeatable content system.

Participants will leave with a practical social media framework, content ideas, and a plan for building a consistent and purposeful online presence. 

Instructor Rachel Starke is a freelance marketing professional with experience leading marketing initiatives for both small businesses and larger organizations. Her background includes working as a Digital Marketing Specialist, Social Media Manager, and Marketing Manager. She has experience in social media strategy, content creation, digital communications, analytics, and campaign development across multiple industries. She now brings that experience to her freelance work, helping small businesses build practical, effective marketing systems.

Rachel also holds a Master of Education, giving her a strong foundation in communication, audience engagement, and making complex concepts approachable. Her combination of professional marketing experience and an educator’s perspective allows her to teach business owners how to create a social media presence that is strategic, sustainable, and connected to real business goals.