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REGISTRATION OPTIONS:

1. Register On line!  Choose a course category from the Courses menu, then view the descriptions at the right and follow the prompts.


2. Register By Fax!  Print out the appropriate registration form here, fill in all necessary information including credit card info and FAX to: 770-429-3178. Registration forms are available in Adobe Acrobat format.


3. Register By Mail!  Simply print out the appropriate registration form here and mail it along with your check. Registration forms are available in Adobe Acrobat format.


4. Register By Phone!  770-429-3170 Ext. 3306   (VISA, MASTERCARD OR DISCOVER CARD)

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POLICIES:

• No refunds are given unless the coordinator cancels the course.


• Classes are held based on enrollment. If a class is canceled due to low enrollment your registration fee will be refunded in the manner in which you paid.


• Classes will not be held if the schools are closed or dismissed early due to inclement weather or other emergencies. Missed classes will be rescheduled.


• Rain checks are issued before the start of the class, after class starts no rain checks are issued.


• Registrations are accepted until the class is full.


• It is the policy of the Marietta Board of Education not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability or any other legally protected status in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. Instructors have not been screened with O. C. G. A. §20-2-21(e), except for youth oriented courses.

Home and Leisure

Antiques and Jewelry If you like the Antiques Road Show series, you will love this course! If you like jewelry, you NEED this course! Appraising heirlooms and collectibles is easier than you think-once you learn about time periods, hallmarks, trademarks and secrets that antique dealers use. This class includes free appraisals on items and jewelry that you bring in! The instructor is a gemologist and antiques appraiser with decades of experience. She lectures worldwide on cruise ships and has many tips for negotiating yard sales, exploring Ebay, and will share her expertise for buying or selling. Even professionals will enjoy the interesting folklore, myths, and legends that are discussed in class. Plenty of time for Q&A, bring 2 items for market evaluation/appraisal, and any jewelry, costume OR real - come and find out what you have! COURSE #: S13344 FEE: $ 69 Instructor: Lori Nelson, Antiques Appraiser and Gemologist Location: Marietta High School 6-9 p.m. (May 7) (1 Tue) Adults Quantity:

Decorate on a Dime Does your house need help but you are on a limited budget? This educational and creative interior design class will teach you how to transform your home while staying within your budget. You will learn about different decorating styles, color palette, refurbishing items in your home and much more! Did you know that just changing the paint color can completely change how a room looks? We will talk about the importance of choosing the correct paint colors, window treatments, and placement of pictures. This class will travel to one lucky student's house for the last class to experience what they have learned and to see how it can all be pulled together in a practical way. Learn many decorating tips and ideas from award winning interior designer Jan Britt. Jan has been featured on HGTV and has done magazine work in this field. COURSE #: S13349 A FEE: $ 65 Instructor: Jan Britt Location: Marietta High School 6:30-8:30 pm (Mar 28-Apr 4) (1 Tue & 2 Thur) 18+ Quantity:   COURSE #: S13349 B FEE: $ 65 Instructor: Jan Britt Location: Marietta High School 6:30-8:30 pm (May 2-May 16) (3 Thur) 18+ Quantity:

1st time Home Buyer- Meeting with a Realtor, but now what?? This class is designed for first time home buyers who want to learn how to make the home buying process easier and more understandable. Housing market tips and strategies will be shared by a licensed Realtor®. Get all or your home buying questions answered. Participants will also learn: How to create a budget, how to communicate with loved one during the buying process, establish credit, differences between Realtors® and sales agents, types of loans available, mortgage and closing process and so much more! COURSE #: S13352 C FEE: $ 39 Instructor: Litha Dashanon Location: Marietta High School 6-8pm (May 2) (1 Thur) Quantity:

Genealogy for Beginners Have you ever wondered about your family history but didn't have any idea where to start researching? Participants in this course will receive and acquire the basic resources for starting their genealogical and family research. All materials will be supplied. COURSE #: S13353 B FEE: $ 49 Instructor: Litha Darshanon Location: Marietta High School 7-9 (May 7) (1 Tue) adults Quantity:

Plumbing 101 for Women Back by popular demand! Guaranteed to save you money and give you the confidence to fix what you can and know when a plumber, if called, is taking advantage of you. This class is hands on, informative and covers faucet repairs, tub and shower issues, toilet repairs, disposal and simple drain cleaning, and system plumbing checks. COURSE #: S13373 FEE: $ 49 Instructor: Lindsey Baine Location: Marietta High School 7-9 p.m. (May 9-May 16) (2 Thur) 18+ Quantity:

Sugar, Sugar! Come discover how you can get to the bottom of your sugar cravings. You may think you can't live without sugar, but biologically speaking, your body doesn't need refined sugar. Are you ready to let go of all that sugar? Come join us as we discover new ways to let go of the Sugar Bug! COURSE #: S13453 FEE: $ 39 Instructor: Denise Atherton Location: Marietta High School 8-9pm (Apr 30-May 7) (2 Tue) Quantity:

Taming Your Digital Camera Forget all the technology, user manuals and expert advice. Learn how to use your digital camera in common, everyday terms in a proven course of instruction designed for absolute beginners using point-and-shoot digital cameras. More advanced photographers will be able to review new techniques, camera operation software and hardware. Students should own and bring to each session a digital camera (no more than three years old), your camera's owner manual and two memory cards. COURSE #: S13092 FEE: $ 79 Instructor: David Mitchell Location: Marietta High School 6-7:30pm (Mar 28-May 16) (7 Thur) skipping the week of April 8-12 Adults Quantity: