Calling all grant writers!! Don’t miss this amazing FREE opportunity to sharpen your grant writing skills during this three-part series for basic grant writing. Participants will be introduced to all aspects of the grant writing process. During session III, participants will learn useful tips and tools for finding potential grant sources and how to develop relationships with funders. This series is designed for staff and volunteers of nonprofit organizations interested in learning more about writing grants. Each of the three sessions will have a different topic – attend one or all three sessions (*Attending ALL sessions for more effective grant writing is HIGHLY advised):

• Jan. 7: Organizational Readiness        
• Jan. 14: Basic Grant Application Components        
• Jan. 21: Identifying Funding Opportunities

Each session will be on Wednesdays starting January 7 - January 21 (three sessions total) from 5:30p – 6:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. To register for the FREE grant writing sessions, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website: www.corryhied.org, call 814.664.9405 or stop by at 221 N. Center Street in Corry. 

This meditative art class is a fun and lighthearted way to relieve stress, increase fine motor skills and improve hand/eye coordination. Creating repetitive doodles is an easy to learn and easy to do exercise that supports relaxation, focus and inspiration. Treat yourself to a relaxing, healthful, and educational experience. All materials are provided and you will take home a 4x4 art piece you can display or use to create a personalized greeting card. 

Program benefits:

• Relaxation

• Creative inspiration & expression

• Relieve stress

• Develop/rehabilitate fine motor skills

• Increase ability to concentrate

• Improve hand/eye coordination

What to expect:A fun and lighthearted way to relieve stress, increase fine motor skills and improve hand/ eye coordination. Create beautiful images from repetitive doodles. This easy to learn and easy to do exercise supports relaxation, focus and inspiration.

The ZENdoodle workshop will be held on Monday, January 26, 2026, from 5p-6:30p, at the Corry Hi-Ed. The cost is $30 to register and includes on materials. Register by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Presented by Raisa Minaya of KeyBank and in partnership with Impact Corry, this free course will cover a wide range of topics related to mortgages:

- The common types of mortgages and how they are obtained.

- What common costs are associated with mortgages.

- How to explore special financing products and resources to assist with buying a home.

The course will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, from 6p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Preregistration is required and can be completed online at www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Presented by PA CareerLink, learn how to prepare for virtual interviews with best practices that help you make a strong impression online.

The workshop will be held at the Corry Higher Education Council on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 1:30p-2:30p. The workshop is free to attend, but registration is required by calling the Hi-Ed at 814-664-9405 or visiting the Hi-Ed website at www.corryhied.org.

The ServSafe Food Safety program is for individuals who are serving as managers or are in a supervisory role requiring certification. Upon successful completion, participants will receive the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certificate. This training meets the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture requirements for the Food Employee Certification Act. This is a 2-day program that will be held on February 10, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., and February 17, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.; a lunch break will be provided. Participants will sit for their certification examination on Day 2, between 11 a.m. and noon. The cost is $165, which includes the study book and examination fee.  Register online with the Penn State Extension at https://extension.psu.edu/servsafe or by calling 877-345-0691.

This two-part introductory demonstration course provides participants with a foundational understanding of Cricut cutting machines and their creative applications. Over the course of 3 hours (2 days), students will learn essential machine functions, explore the Cricut Design Space software, and complete a guided vinyl decal project to be completed at home. Instruction will cover materials selection, basic design editing tools, proper cutting and weeding techniques, and practical troubleshooting strategies. By the conclusion of the class, participants will have gained the knowledge and skills needed to independently create simple Cricut projects with confidence. This is a demonstration course - no need to bring your own Cricut device.

This 2-part demonstration class will be held on Wednesday, February 11 and Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 6p-7:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to register is $30 and includes both days. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.

Nutrition Links is a free program with Penn State Extension that features healthy eating tips covering smart shopping, food preparation, and delicious recipes. Topics include portion sizes, moving more, smart drink choices, meal planning, shopping on a budget, adding fruits and vegetables and safe food preparation. Participants will receive a certificate of completion for attending all six sessions. This free six-session, in-person course will be offered on Mondays starting February 23, 2026, through Monday, March 30, 2026, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm at the Corry Higher Education Council. Register at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.

**Zoom meeting option will be offered if in-person class is cancelled due to inclement weather conditions. Participants will be notified as much in advance as possible and will be emailed a link for a virtual meeting.

**To qualify to register for this program, you should be a parent or caregiver of a child 19 years or under who qualifies for free or reduced school lunch, WIC and/or SNAP Benefits or an independent adult age 25 and under who qualifies for SNAP Benefits and/or Food Pantry Boxes/Bags. 

Presented by Raisa Minaya of KeyBank and in partnership with Impact Corry, this free course will cover a wide range of topics related to mortgage modifications:

- Define common terms associated with mortgages and late payments.

- Identify the events that may cause foreclosure and how to avoid them.

- Learn about the options and resources available to help you modify your mortgage if needed.

The course will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 6p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Preregistration is required and can be completed online at www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.