Pellissippi State Lifelong Learning

That feeling when you’re the first to arrive on the pickleball courts.

Find time for extra relaxation and creativity this summer! Learn more about our upcoming summer classes at https://conta.cc/3yKGodu.

We’re offering a variety camps this summer designed to introduce middle and high school students to careers and other engaging activities offered at the college. Some of the camp topics include criminal justice, leadership, entrepreneurship, hospitality and event planning, pickleball, creative arts and manufacturing.

Learn more about each camp at https://conta.cc/4dbYjcB.

Guess what’s coming soon to our Pellissippi State Community College Blount County Campus? We’ll give you one hint - it’s going to be buzzzzworthy!

We had so much fun in tonight’s Stained Glass class!

If you’ve been wanting to try stained glass, there are still a few spots left in the May 14 class at our Magnolia Ave. Campus: https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=50898.

This week, our History of Mountain Music in Appalachia class welcomed special guest and bluegrass-country artist Addie Levy. Addie shared her experience growing up around traditional Appalachian music and the passion it inspired to grow her craft.

We have one spot left in tomorrow’s Stained Glass class at Hardin Valley. Will we see you there? 🎉🖌️🖼️

https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=51108

We're excited for Renee Mathie's new spring themed decoupage class! On Monday, March 11, make your own unique set of four spring themed coasters using decoupage techniques.

Save your spot in the class at https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=50917.

Do you love getting handmade greeting cards in the mail? Make someone's day with a special card made by you! You'll get to make three cards in our next Handmade Greeting Cards class on Thursday, March 7, 6:30-8 p.m. at the Hardin Valley Campus.

Learn more at https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=50915.

With warmer weather in the forecast, we are excited to start spending more time outdoors! This Saturday, Feb. 24, get an introduction to the art of outdoor painting: en plein air with instructor Glenda Bowles.

https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=50911

Line Dancing might just be one of our favorite activities! It’s fun. It’s a natural ice breaker and perfect for meeting others. It’s a great way to exercise and keep your body moving. You don’t need a partner. And best of all, it’s easy to learn for all ages.

https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/categorySearch.cfm?category=1&prgID=69.

Are you ready to join the 'wiffle tennis' movement? 😄 After seeing the E*Trade Picklebabies commercial, we may never call it pickleball again. Our next beginner 'wiffle tennis' clinic starts February 26: https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/searchResults.cfm?couID=2465.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hb69KJRSl58

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If you missed your chance to take these last fall, you're in luck! We have a few spots left in the very popular Healing Herbs and Introduction to the World of Cheese classes: https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/categorySearch.cfm?category=1.

Healing Herbs has 2 spots left on Saturday, Feb. 17, 9-11 a.m. at the Hardin Valley Campus.

Introduction to the World of Cheese has 3 spots left on Sunday, Feb. 25, 3-5 p.m. at the Hardin Valley Campus.

Can you tell we're ready for spring?
Bring on the classes full of colors and outdoor inspiration, from Copic Markers and Decoupage Easter Coasters to the Joys of Birdwatching to Outdoor Painting: En Plein Air. 🐦🐞🌷🌼

The first night of a class is always our favorite, and tonight was no exception. (It might have even felt more exciting than normal after being stuck at home from the snow and ice all last week!!) We loved getting to see everyone on campus for the Pickleball and Line Dancing classes!

Just a reminder that lifelong learning classes scheduled to begin tonight, Tuesday, Jan. 23 have been postponed.

EMERGENCY ALERT: All campuses will remain closed Tuesday, Jan. 23, as dangerous road conditions remain in many areas. Tuesday classes will meet virtually.

Mindy Wise didn't discover the practice of yoga until she was in her 40s. "Yoga made me find a peacefulness I had never really felt before. I became more mindful about my choices, and not as reactionary or stressed."

She now teaches all aspects of Yoga and loves being able to help others realize they can do yoga too. "It doesn't matter if you can balance on one foot or do a certain pose. That's really not what yoga is about. It's exploring your body and becoming aware of what your body can do, and where your limits are, and respecting those limits. It's also pressing against those limits over time and realizing you can do more than you could when you first started."

Learn more about Mindy and her upcoming Yoga Basics class at https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=50984.

Amy had a great time meeting with the staff and fellow Lifelong Learning instructors at Pellissippi State Community College as they prepare for the spring semester, which includes fun classess like line dancing, drawing, birding and, of course, CHEESE!

Amy will be teaching two sections of Introduction to the World of Cheese and there are still spots available so you can sign up! The class will two hours and includes a tasting box full of cheese to enjoy as you learn about how cheese was discovered, different styles of cheese, what makes cheese develop those crunchy little protein crystals and lots of other fun info.

Tap the link below for dates, locations, and pricing -- and snag your spot in one of our classes!

https://euphoriccheese.com/2023/12/14/introduction-to-the-world-of-cheese-class-2/

Tonight we kicked off the spring semester by gathering with our lifelong learning instructors! We appreciate all the great work they do, for helping build community, and for sharing their passion with others. 💙

The cold weather has us ready to cozy up with a warm blanket and cup of tea! If you've ever thought about making your own blankets, you'll love our new Beginner Crochet: ZigZag Blanket class with Cheryl Lehman. This six-week class meets Thursday nights, Jan. 25-Feb. 29 at the Blount County Campus. Learn more at https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=50910.

Find your focus in 2024! View our full schedule of upcoming spring classes to match your interests, including health and wellness, creativity, home organization and more: https://conta.cc/4aS5kOK .

Pellissippi State and our offices will be closed for winter break December 19, 2023 through January 1, 2024. We will return calls and messages when the college reopens on January 2. Spring class registration will still be available online during the break at https://www.pstcc.edu/wcd/.

Workforce and Community Development - Pellissippi State Community College The Pellissippi State Workforce and Community Development division offers noncredit, lifelong learning classes and workforce development training in East Tennessee. Classes are open to the public and cover everything from professional training to self-improvement to personal hobbies.

Watching the recital dances from Sherry Barrett's fall line dancing classes have us excited for her spring classes!

Good Time DEMO Sherry and her Pellessippi State students demonstrate the line dance “Good Time", choreographed by Jenny Cain, so you'll be ready to join in the next time th...

We're already looking ahead to a new year of possibilities!

If a pickleball paddle happens to be on your holiday shopping list, we know some great beginner pickleball classes starting in January that will pair well: https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/searchResults.cfm?couID=2465. 😄 🎁

How fun are these stained glass ornaments created by Master Repurposers?! Ornaments are one of the design options to choose from in their upcoming Lifelong Learning Stained Glass classes this week.

Spring catalogs are arriving soon and will be mailed in just a few weeks! Join our mailing list to receive yours: https://tinyurl.com/2ruf7udc.

We still have a few spots available in our upcoming December classes to get you in the holiday spirit:
• Saturday, Dec. 2: Beginner Hobby Welding (1 spot left)
• Monday, Dec. 4: Alcohol Inks on Ceramic Tiles
• Wednesday, Dec. 6: Bountiful Beehive
• Thursday, Dec. 7: Paint with Bram, Tree of Light

Learn more about each class at https://registration.xendirect.com/pellissippi/calendar.cfm?action=month&date=45261.

Pellissippi State and our offices will be closed November 22-26 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen at 8 a.m. on November 27.