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Posted March 8th, 2005

Get ready for retirement
ST. HELENS, Ore. - We all look forward to retirement: the golden days of leisure where we will finally have time to do what we want to do. Don't let those days sneak up on you without being prepared. Take the time to learn about retirement investment options in a Portland Community College non-credit class and discover your options. Posted March 8, 2005
Add pizzazz to your home decorating with PCC series
HILLSBORO, Ore. - You've seen the TV shows and you want to spruce up your home, but you also don't want to spend a fortune. Portland Community College's Interior Decorating Series, offered this spring, will show you how to add professional pizzazz to your home without hiring an interior decorator. Posted March 8, 2005
Discover seven steps to better creative writing
PORTLAND, Ore. - Creative writing can give you a case of writer's block if you don't know where to start. Remove the obstacles and take time this spring to learn the basics with a non-credit writing class through Portland Community College. Posted March 8, 2005
Nature inspires art in illustration class
PORTLAND, Ore. - See the world with the eye of an artist anyone can; all it takes is inspiration and a little guidance. Instructor Amy Konsterlie and Portland Community College will get you started with a non-credit class in nature illustration, beginning this spring. Posted March 8, 2005
Learn Irish language with PCC lessons
PORTLAND, Ore. - Want to keep your Irish heritage alive, or just like the sound of the Irish brogue? This spring, you can learn the language of the Emerald Isle with three levels of non-credit classes offered by Portland Community College. Instructor Eric Zoerner will use conversation methods that make language-learning fun. Posted March 8, 2005
Learn ancient healing techniques with PCC Chinese medicine series
PORTLAND, Ore. - Chinese medicine has been relied upon for centuries to provide healing and wellness. Today, many have discovered that it also provides natural alternatives to traditional approaches. A Portland Community College non-credit series will let you explore the benefits Chinese medicine for yourself, while addressing specific health issues relevant to today's culture. Posted March 8, 2005
Practice Italian with foreign film class
PORTLAND, Ore. - They say the best way to understand a culture is through its art. For students of the Italian language, Portland Community College has a unique way to delve into the culture as you improve your skills: watching Italian films. Posted March 8, 2005