This is an ongoing meditation class and silent sitting group offered year round. In this class, participants explore the present moment experience using the foundational practices of breath, body, heart, and mind. This is a non-religious class lead by a Zen priest. All are welcome!

8 sessions

If unable to pay via credit/debit card, please mail check or money order at least 5 days prior to class start date to: 

Clatsop Community College, Attn: Business Office, 1651 Lexington Ave, Astoria, OR 97103

Refund Schedule and Drop Dates

Last day to drop a Community Education or Workforce Training class with a refund:

• One or two-session workshops – one working day prior to class start date
• Three class sessions or more – two working days after the first class

There are no refunds allowed beyond these deadlines:  You are liable for payment of classes at the time of registration and will be held liable unless the classes are dropped within the refund period.

If you withdraw due to circumstances beyond your control such as a medical emergency, you may file a petition for a refund. The date of receipt of the petition, length of class attendance, and cost of course materials and services may be considered in denying or reducing the amount requested. If you need to complete a form to petition for a refund, please email:  communityed@clatsopcc.edu or call 503-338-2408.

Conversation is an engaging and immersive way to practice any language. Enjoy reading, studying, and commenting on essays, stories, and New York Times articles written in Spanish in a fun group setting while practicing Spanish. We will use a variety of published works to promote speaking.

Check your registration confirmation email for the Zoom link!

6 sessions

If unable to pay via credit/debit card, please mail check or money order at least 5 days prior to class start date to: 

Clatsop Community College, Attn: Business Office, 1651 Lexington Ave, Astoria, OR 97103

Refund Schedule and Drop Dates

Last day to drop a Community Education or Workforce Training class with a refund:

• One or two-session workshops – one working day prior to class start date
• Three class sessions or more – two working days after the first class

There are no refunds allowed beyond these deadlines:  You are liable for payment of classes at the time of registration and will be held liable unless the classes are dropped within the refund period.

If you withdraw due to circumstances beyond your control such as a medical emergency, you may file a petition for a refund. The date of receipt of the petition, length of class attendance, and cost of course materials and services may be considered in denying or reducing the amount requested. If you need to complete a form to petition for a refund, please email:  communityed@clatsopcc.edu or call 503-338-2408.

Calling all musicians to a Saturday morning jazz jam! This class will offer an opportunity for musicians to perform and improvise together. Come improve your jazz skills and techniques by learning in a fun group setting. Players of all levels are welcome, although two years of instrumental experience is advised.

4 sessions

Instructor Bio:  R.J. Marx is a saxophonist and writer active in the music scene for over 40 years. He began his love affair with jazz as a teen. He went on to study at Berklee College of Music in Boston before relocating to New York City where he played with a variety of jazz ensembles and wrote extensively about jazz. In 2015, he moved to the Oregon Coast where he founded the R.J. Marx Quartet. He now performs at venues along the North Coast with groups including the Seaside Jazz Trio, the swing group Chelsea LaFey and the Salt Shakers, and the funk/fusion band Red String Theory.

If unable to pay via credit/debit card, please mail check or money order at least 5 days prior to class start date to: 

Clatsop Community College, Attn: Business Office, 1651 Lexington Ave, Astoria, OR 97103

Refund Schedule and Drop Dates

Last day to drop a Community Education or Workforce Training class with a refund:

• One or two-session workshops – one working day prior to class start date
• Three class sessions or more – two working days after the first class

There are no refunds allowed beyond these deadlines:  You are liable for payment of classes at the time of registration and will be held liable unless the classes are dropped within the refund period.

If you withdraw due to circumstances beyond your control such as a medical emergency, you may file a petition for a refund. The date of receipt of the petition, length of class attendance, and cost of course materials and services may be considered in denying or reducing the amount requested. If you need to complete a form to petition for a refund, please email:  communityed@clatsopcc.edu or call 503-338-2408.

Come revisit and write about the important moments in your life including childhood memories, love, family, transformational experiences, your career, personal quests, and more. Each session will include time to write and time to share.

Students should bring a pen and notepad or tablet/laptop to class.

4 sessions

Instructor Bio:  Eve Marx is a professional book author and journalist. Her essay collection, "View From the Porch: Tales from the Anti-Hamptons" won a Washington Irving award for literary excellence. She received her Master's degree in Education from Columbia University in New York City. For over twenty years, she has led memoir writing and creative nonfiction classes for children, teens and adults in traditional and nontraditional academic settings. She has been a newspaper columnist and feature writer whose work has been published in national magazines and regional publications. Her great joy is guiding both new and more experienced writers to explore and expand their literary talents.

If unable to pay via credit/debit card, please mail check or money order at least 5 days prior to class start date to: 

Clatsop Community College, Attn: Business Office, 1651 Lexington Ave, Astoria, OR 97103

Refund Schedule and Drop Dates

Last day to drop a Community Education or Workforce Training class with a refund:

• One or two-session workshops – one working day prior to class start date
• Three class sessions or more – two working days after the first class

There are no refunds allowed beyond these deadlines:  You are liable for payment of classes at the time of registration and will be held liable unless the classes are dropped within the refund period.

If you withdraw due to circumstances beyond your control such as a medical emergency, you may file a petition for a refund. The date of receipt of the petition, length of class attendance, and cost of course materials and services may be considered in denying or reducing the amount requested. If you need to complete a form to petition for a refund, please email:  communityed@clatsopcc.edu or call 503-338-2408.

This class is for aspiring designers, social media managers, VAs, service-based businesses and solopreneurs with basic experience in Canva, who are looking to advance in a new skill, while creating their brand and perfecting their social and marketing materials on a budget. A basic understanding of Canva, creating a basic design using a template, adding images and text boxes and changing the color of fonts is helpful but optional. 

This hands-on course will help students: Understand the fundamental capabilities and features of CanvaCreate a brand kit and understand what makes a good brandDevelop effective graphics to aid in increasing visibility on social media platformsFollow step-by-step tutorials to create stunning designsCreate a branded logo and learn about trademark and copyright guidelinesDiscover a world of color combinations, contrasts, and meanings for your brandExplore the fundamental design principlesUse videos, animation, and sounds in social graphics for your designs

Learn all these skills in 3 convenient - 2-hour sessions. Class meets Mondays 7-8 to 7-22 in Astoria from 3pm to 5pm.

***Students must supply their own laptop for the class and acquire a Canva account.***

Refund Schedule and Drop Dates

Last day to drop a Community Education or Workforce Training class with a refund:

One or two-session workshops – one working day prior to class start date

Three class sessions or more – two working days prior to the first class

There are no refunds allowed beyond these deadlines:  You are liable for payment of classes at the time of registration and will be held liable unless the classes are dropped within the refund period.

If you withdraw due to circumstances beyond your control such as a medical emergency, you may file a petition for a refund. The date of receipt of the petition, length of class attendance, and cost of course materials and services may be considered in denying or reducing the amount requested. If you need to complete a form to petition for a refund, please email:  workforcetraining@clatsopcc.edu or call 503-338-2550.

Embark on a journey into the dynamic world of Digital Marketing with our foundational course.Covering the essentials of online marketing, students will explore key platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and more. By the end of the course, participants will not only grasp the fundamental principles of digital marketing but will also have a comprehensive understanding of leveraging diverse social media channels for effective brand promotion and engagement, setting the stage for a successful entry into the ever-evolving realm of digital advertising.

This class consists of 3 total sessions, 2 hours each. The class meets on Mondays from 7-8-24 to 7-22-24 from 6pm to 8pm in Seaside.

***Students must supply their own laptop for the class.***

Refund Schedule and Drop Dates

Last day to drop a Community Education or Workforce Training class with a refund:

One or two-session workshops – one working day prior to class start date

Three class sessions or more – two working days prior to the first class

There are no refunds allowed beyond these deadlines:  You are liable for payment of classes at the time of registration and will be held liable unless the classes are dropped within the refund period.

If you withdraw due to circumstances beyond your control such as a medical emergency, you may file a petition for a refund. The date of receipt of the petition, length of class attendance, and cost of course materials and services may be considered in denying or reducing the amount requested. If you need to complete a form to petition for a refund, please email:  workforcetraining@clatsopcc.edu or call 503-338-2550.

Confused about the various Google computer applications? In this course, students will learn and practice using Google Tools commonly found in a variety of employment sectors. Students will gain hands-on experience to increase their comfort and confidence with Google Mail, Drive, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms. Participants will create, edit, organize, export, and share files, as well as create and manage different types of email accounts. Online safety and best practices will also be discussed. An email account is required, and reliable access to the internet is strongly encouraged. 

This class is 4 sessions that are 1.5 hours each in Astoria.

***Students must supply their own laptop for the class.***

 Mondays 7-8 to 7-29 from 6pm to 7:30pm

Refund Schedule and Drop Dates

Last day to drop a Community Education or Workforce Training class with a refund:

One or two-session workshops – one working day prior to class start date

Three class sessions or more – two working days prior to the first class

There are no refunds allowed beyond these deadlines:  You are liable for payment of classes at the time of registration and will be held liable unless the classes are dropped within the refund period.

If you withdraw due to circumstances beyond your control such as a medical emergency, you may file a petition for a refund. The date of receipt of the petition, length of class attendance, and cost of course materials and services may be considered in denying or reducing the amount requested. If you need to complete a form to petition for a refund, please email:  workforcetraining@clatsopcc.edu or call 503-338-2550.

Delve into graphic design and explore Adobe Illustrator’s full potential with this hands-on instructional workshop. Learn to design high-quality vector graphics for branding, typography, web design, or any other digital project where eye-catching graphics are a must. Adobe Illustrator is the most important tool in a graphic designer’s workflow, especially when it comes to creating designs for print and digital campaigns. Students will learn the system interface tools, document preparation, color and pattern design, tips and tricks to add texture and style elements, drawing, typography and exporting files for print and digital applications. 

Learn all these skills in 3 convenient - 2-hour sessions. Tuesdays 7-9 to 7-23 from 3pm to 5pm.

Classes meet in Seaside at 1455 N Roosevelt Dr. 

**Students must supply their own laptop computer and have Adobe Illustrator installed.***

Refund Schedule and Drop Dates

Last day to drop a Community Education or Workforce Training class with a refund:

One or two-session workshops – one working day prior to class start date

Three class sessions or more – two working days prior to the first class

There are no refunds allowed beyond these deadlines:  You are liable for payment of classes at the time of registration and will be held liable unless the classes are dropped within the refund period.

If you withdraw due to circumstances beyond your control such as a medical emergency, you may file a petition for a refund. The date of receipt of the petition, length of class attendance, and cost of course materials and services may be considered in denying or reducing the amount requested. If you need to complete a form to petition for a refund, please email:  workforcetraining@clatsopcc.edu or call 503-338-2550.