Farmington Continuing Education

This is for stargazers and those who like to ponder the mysteries of the universe. Using the planetarium, this program for adults will present an introduction to planetary, stellar, and galactic astronomy as well as introduce a basic understanding of our night sky and the many celestial objects found within. On offer are four great informative, 2-hour long sessions on a variety of astronomy topics. All shows are on Thursdays from 7-9. Session A: The Electromagnetic Spectrum - Thursday, September 25 - Visible light isn't the only way of seeing the night sky. There's a whole spectrum of light, mostly invisible to the human eye. In this class, you will learn about the different wavelengths of light along the spectrum, from radio and microwaves to X-rays and gamma rays. You will also learn how astronomers use special telescopes to peer into these wavelengths to reveal new details about our universe. Session B: Asteroids, Comets, and Craters - Thursday, October 16 - Impact craters have reshaped the Earth's surface and are clues to the formation of our solar system. Both terrifying and beautiful, comets, asteroids, and meteors have caused destruction and also been the bringer of life. Explore these mysterious objects, where they are found, what they are made of, and the clues they offer to our past and future. Session C: The Giant Planet - Thursday, November 13 - Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune are the giants of our solar system. Their great sizes have changed and sculpted the way other celestial bodies orbit our sun, but what are they made of? What lies under their thick clouds? How did their rings form? Learn about the development and planetology of our titanic neighbors and the history of the study of these unique worlds. Session D: The Rocky Planets - Thursday, December 11 - The rocky planets of our solar system; Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars, all come from a common origin and the same basic building blocks. Yet each has developed in its own unique way. In this class we will tour the rocky planets and learn about their landscapes, atmospheres, geology, and other features. Special Combination Deal - All 4 programs for $115.00. Choose Section "E" Please arrive promptly at 6:45 to gain entry into the planetarium before the 7:00 prompt showtime

The AHA’s Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED course trains participants to provide first aid, CPR, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in a safe, timely, and effective manner. Who should take this course? The AHA’s Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training or anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency in any setting. This course covers certification to use CPR on adults, children and infants. Students will receive an American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED E-Card upon successful completion of this course.

Turn memories of significant events in your life into a memoir for your children and grandchildren. Learn where to start, how to get organized, and keep going until you finish. Get tips on pictures and documents to include and how to self-publish your story. No previous writing experience is required. Instruction will take place through Zoom. Registrants will receive an email from Farmington Continuing Education containing a link and instructor information before the start of the course.

From audio books to advertisements and beyond, we encounter recorded voices everywhere! In this one-night, live online class, your instructor will take you behind-the-scenes in the voice over field for a fun and realistic look at how the voice over field really works. You’ll gain inside perspective on developing skills, and how to leverage your voice's strengths and interests, and more. Because this class is live, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions! Additionally, there will be a chance for a one on one script read. Instruction will take place through Zoom. Registrants will receive an email from Farmington Continuing Education containing a link and instructor information before the start of the course.

Register for this one-time, 90-minute introductory course at any time! Upon receipt of registration, you will be contacted by a representative from Voices For All to schedule your 90-minute session based on your availability. “Wow, you have a great voice!” Have you heard that more times than you can count? Or maybe you listen to your favorite audiobooks, commercials, or cartoon characters and think, “I could do that!” Want to earn income using your talents from the comfort of your home? If so, then you could have what it takes to begin working as a professional Voiceover Artist. Explore the voiceover industry with your instructor, a professional, working voice actor from the voice acting training company, Voices For All, in a one-on-one, personalized, video chat setting. Discover the current trends in the industry and how easy and affordable it can be to learn, set up and work from home. In this one-time, 90-minute, introductory class, you’ll also learn about the different types of voiceovers and the tools you’ll need to find success. Your instructor will record you as you read a real script, then offer you some coaching so you can improve your delivery. Your instructor will take notes on your performance and create a professional voiceover evaluation delivered to you in a follow up call. After the class, you will have the knowledge necessary to help you decide if this is something you’d like to pursue. Learn more: http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo 18 and over. You owe it to yourself to finally explore the possibilities of this fun and rewarding field! Upon registration you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience. Requirements: Students must have Internet Access and Video Chatting capabilities using a method such as Zoom, Skype (Win/Mac/Mobile), or iChat/FaceTime (Mac/iOS).

If you have ever wondered who you might have been during another lifetime, now you can find out through a guided hypnosis session.

The quality of smartphone cameras is improving rapidly. In many situations, they work quite well as stand-ins for 35mm cameras. Therefore, dragging around a heavy camera, hoping not to miss that great picture opportunity, is no longer necessary. A good quality smartphone camera may work almost as well. This class is for those interested in producing high-quality images with their smartphone cameras. That means learning and understanding the camera controls as well as when and how to use them. Doing so will put the photographer in better control of their camera. And that will mean significantly improved photographs. Please note: This class will not cover the taking of selfies. Everything necessary for taking great smartphone pictures will be addressed, including: Learning how to use the camera controls on your specific smartphone Basic photographic theory Discussing and, if desired, installing other smartphone camera apps Suggestions for hand-holding your camera Specific steps to follow when taking a picture Useful accessories for your smartphone camera And, how to compose your photographs to produce truly wonderful results A very complete handout will be distributed on arrival. It contains lots of information and will greatly simplify the process of understanding what’s being taught in class. You’ll also find it quite useful for review after the class ends. Don’t forget to bring your fully charged smartphone, the smartphone’s charger, and any accessories you have.

This course will address aspects of baseball ranging from its origins in the 19th century, to Sunday Baseball and the early 20th century.

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. Voice-overs can be managed on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with minimal overhead! Whether you choose to pursue voice-overs part-time or full-time, this could be the game changer you’ve been looking for. In addition to online instruction, you will be given the opportunity to book a 1-on-1 script read and voice evaluation via telephone with your instructor for the following day. This class will be presented via Zoom, you will receive a link the 24 hours prior to the class.