Are you looking for continuing education credits, professional development, or personal enrichment classes? The Mid-Plains Center for Enterprise at North Platte Community College invites you to join us in one or more of the following classes.

Beginning Knitting – Students will learn basic knitting stitches (knit and purl), casting on/off, and a couple of simple stitches such as yarn over and knit 2 together. The combination of these stitches will enable the student to complete a very basic project such as a dishcloth or scarf. Supplies needed are knitting needles (size 8, 9, or 10) and cotton or worsted yarn.

Class will be held Mondays, Jan. 30 – March 5, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. or 7 to 9 p.m. at the South Campus with Jolene Grant as the instructor. Class fee is $30.

Intermediate Knitting – Students need to be able to knit, purl, and cast-on/off. We will continue to learn basic stitches such as Slip Slip Knit, Ribbed Stitches, Cable Stitches, Color Knitting and Knitting from a Chart. We will also work on reading pattern directions. In addition to learning a couple of new techniques each week, you will be encouraged to work on a project such as a short-row scarf or throw. Supplies needed are knitting needles and yarn.

Class will be held Thursdays, Feb. 2 – March 8, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. or 7 to 9 p.m. at the South Campus with Jolene Grant as the instructor. Class fee is $30.

Crochet – Intermediate crocheters will continue learning new techniques, such as how to make socks. Beginning crocheters are welcome, patterns will be supplied. Students need to bring Crochet Compendium by House of White Beaches, available at Prairie Hand Knits, one skein worsted weight yarn and an H, I, or J hook.

Class will be held Mondays, Feb. 6 – March 12, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the South Campus with Tonya Goff as the instructor. Class fee is $35.

Moving to the Oldies – Off The Couch & On Your Feet – This fitness class will feature some line dancing and other rhythm activities, as well as exercises that will be fun and enjoyable. No partner is needed. We will be moving to the “Good Old Songs.” Students should dress casually.

Class will be held Tuesdays, Jan. 31 – March 6, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the North Campus with Ron Skiles as the instructor. Class fee is $25.

Beginning Taekwondo – Taekwondo for beginners will teach the basic techniques of taekwondo, including self-defense techniques, forms, sparring, and throwing and/or falling, as well as emphasizing mental and ethical discipline, justice, etiquette, respect, and self-confidence. The class will also include exams to progress through the taekwondo rankings. Instructor Dennis Sullivan is a third-degree black belt with more than 30 years of experience in martial arts. The class is suitable for ages six and above.

Class will be held Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. beginning Feb. 7 at the North Campus. An intermediate taekwondo class will follow at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $39 per month for one person or $65 per month for two.

Managing Multiple Priorities & Projects – Learn to maintain an active, multi-tasking lifestyle at work, home, or during volunteer hours. You will be presented with clever tips and tricks to fulfilling all of your obligations, both on time and with high quality, along with stress relieving steps to maintaining sanity in an everyday, fast-paced, high-volume lifestyle.

Class will be held Thursdays, Feb. 2-23, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the South Campus with Tina Walker as the instructor. Class fee is $29.

ACT Test Prep – These seminars are offered the week before each ACT Test and will feature a review of math and English skills, as well as test taking tips. The two hour math session will include a review of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and problem solving skills. The English session will include grammar, usage, punctuation, and test taking strategies.

Class will be held Saturday, Feb. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South Campus with Roger Volentine and HelenAnn Mesmer as instructors. Class fee is $25.

Love & Logic – How much better would your mornings be without chaos or cajoling? How about evenings without trouble or homework hassles? Love and logic techniques can help you raise respectful, responsible, hard-working kids. Join us and enjoy parenting, a better year, fewer headaches, and a lot more fun.

Class will be held Saturdays, Feb. 4-25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Campus with Tina Walker as the instructor. Class fee is $49 per person or $69 per family.

Finding Federal Funding – Billions of dollars of federal funding are available every year for a wide variety of programs and projects. Is your organization or community getting its share of the national funding pie? This workshop will provide an overview of the federal grant system including agencies, federal publications, search engines and search techniques. Participants will learn how to find, filter and assess various federal funding opportunities. Hands-on lab time is included to ensure a more complete understanding of these complex systems.

Class will be held Saturday, Feb. 4, from 12 to 4 p.m. at the South Campus with Angela Raby as the instructor. Class fee is $45.

Basic Computer Skills – This class is designed for individuals who have little or no computer skills. Learn the parts of the computer and terminology; how to more and delete files and folders; resize windows; create shortcuts; learn basic MS Word skills by creating a word documents; learn the difference between Save and Save As; formatting techniques; and printing. Learn to find and rename files, the importance of the My Documents folder, and more! Students must pre-register.

Class will be held Monday, Feb. 6 and Feb. 13, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the North Campus with April Fager as the instructor. Class fee is $39.

Four Secrets to Making 2012 Your Healthiest Year Ever! – Where does health come from? Is it by choice or by chance? What part do we play in our overall health and wellness? In this series we will unlock the four secrets that will help to make 2012 healthy for both you and your family.

Class will be held Tuesdays, Feb. 7-28, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the North Campus with Dr. Hoover as the instructor. Class fee is $25.

Prezi – Add Wow to Your Presentation – Move away from traditional presentation slides and discover Prezi, an interesting non-linear presentation software that will get your audience engaged.

Class will be held Thursday, Feb. 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the North Campus with Cinch Munson as the instructor. Class fee is $39.

For more information or to register, call Crystal Welch at (308) 535-3714 or register online at www.centerforenterprise.com/register.