Presented by the Autism Society of Northwestern PA, Executive Director Tish Barlett offers an informative and insightful training session. This is an intermediate training for those who have a basic understanding of Autism and are ready to deepen their knowledge. This session builds on the principles introduced in Autism 101, diving further into communication differences, emotional regulation, sensory strategies, and behavior support techniques. Ideal for parents, educators, and professionals looking to create more supportive environments, Autism 102 provides a space to ask questions, share experiences, and access community resources that enhance long-term support across the lifespan. Join us to increase your knowledge, understanding, and ability to make a positive difference in the lives of those with Autism.

The free training will be held on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from 6p-7:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814.664.9405. 

Presented by PSU Extension Master Gardener, Linda Fleming. Ever wonder what happens to your banana peels, coffee grounds, or garden clippings after they hit the trash? In this lively and interactive presentation, we’ll dig into the dirty (and delightful) world of composting — nature’s original recycling system. Learn how to turn everyday waste into nutrient-rich soil, reduce your carbon footprint, and give your plants a boost, all while keeping tons of trash out of landfills.

Whether you're a green-thumbed gardener or just compost-curious, this session will equip you with the know-how to start composting at home, school, or in your community. Let’s turn garbage into gold — one banana peel at a time!

The presentation will be held on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from 6p-7p at the Corry Hi-Ed. The cost to register is $15. To register for the presentation, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.

Experience the joys of fluid art. Participants will learn about the various technique’s fluid art has to offer (straight pours, ring pours, marble pours, blooms, swipes, chain pulls and more). The instructor will discuss and sort out the confusion in pouring mediums while learning how to mix the paints. The instructor will talk about how different paint consistencies are implemented for each technique. Participants will learn all the ways to create functional art using fluid art to make things like coasters, jewelry, jewelry boxes, clocks, lazy Susan’s, and more. Then participants will get to create their own one-of-a-kind masterpiece using one of the techniques discussed. Paintings will need to stay at the Corry Hi-Ed until they dry. It can take up to 4-5 days but usually dries within a day or 2. Participants will be informed when their pieces are ready for pickup. Painting can go home when wet, if needed, but it’s at participant's own risk of damage to the painting during transport.

This workshop will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 5p-7p at the Corry Hi-Ed. The cost to register is $60 and includes all materials. Pre-registration is required.

*Must be 13 or older to participate. Minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the class. 

This class taught by a Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist will provide a base knowledge of healthy eating through carbohydrate control for those diagnosed with Prediabetes or Diabetes or for those who would like to learn more about the topic. The free class will be held at the Corry Higher Education Council on Thursday, September 25, 2025, from 5p-6:30p. Pre-registration is required by calling 814-664-9405 or visiting www.corryhied.org .

Angela Pizer is a Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist, Certified Dietary Manager who has worked in the healthcare field for over 30 years. She currently works with patients by providing Medical Nutrition Therapy for a number of medical issues/concerns. 

Owner/Manager Training is offered and required by the PA Liquor Control Board as part of the Responsible Alcohol Management Program (RAMP), which focuses on those individuals most responsible for determining daily operations and policies of the licensed establishment — the owner and manager.  Complete training requirements and licensing information can be found on lcb.pa.gov. This local training session will be offered on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Corry Higher Education Council. All sessions are free and require registration on the PLCB website at https://www.lcb.pa.gov 

Tired of your new hires not lasting 30 days? Do employees leave for lunch and never come back? Have you tried to offer incentives or hiring bonuses to no avail? Have you ever wondered why some manufacturers have such high turnover, yet there are a few who tend to keep employees’ long term?

Is it possible that it’s not about the employee? Perhaps your company does not have a culture that is welcoming and provides an atmosphere where people want to stay.

Creating an environment that is welcoming, fun, productive, and provides a path for growth and development helps to attract and retain your workforce. It also directly impacts your bottom line by way of increased productivity and reduced costs on that ever-revolving door of new hires. There is a reason some companies do not struggle with turnover like others do and it’s not always about the paycheck!

Learning Targets:

-How to Assess your current practices – what’s working - what’s not

-Why a structured onboarding program versus a ‘throw them to the wolves’ mentality is important

-Best practices to develop a program that will work for your team

-Key components to start transforming your process and improving your retention rates

At the end of this session, you will have started to create an action plan to develop a positive experience for new hires on their first day and help you create a culture where people want to stay.

The workshop will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 9a – 3p at the Corry Hi-Ed. The cost to register is $299 through the NWIRC website: https://nwirc.org/events/onboarding-best-practices-corry/ 

Certified instructor Melissa Turben will lead an upcoming training for CPR & First Aid certification through the Emergency Care & Safety Institute.  Topics to be covered will include causes of heart attacks and strokes with necessary First Aid, diabetic emergencies, seizures, and heat/cold emergencies. AED and community Hands-Only CPR training will be provided, with mouth-to-mouth CPR to be discussed. Training and certifications meet job-related requirements as defined by regulatory authorities such as OSHA, The Joint Commission, and state offices of EMS, Education, Transportation, and Health. CPR & First Aid Certification Training will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 4p-8p at the Corry High School Career & Technology Center.  The cost is $50. A CPR/First Aid pocket field guide will be included in the cost of the class.  Participants must be at least age 15 and be accompanied by an adult if under 18. Seating is limited. Register at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.

Join other mushroom foraging enthusiasts as instructor Frank Baressi delves into the world of wild local mushrooms for the Fall season. This class will cover some mycology basics, mushroom hunting safety, a basic overview of local edible species, and the process of identifying unknown species. This is a hybrid class consisting of one hour of traditional classroom learning in the Bracken room at the Corry Hi-Ed followed by 90-minutes of “field” learning at Mead Park. At Mead Park, participants will be guided on how to find the best places to look for mushrooms and will get an opportunity to get hands-on experience hunting for mushrooms.

The class will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 4p-6:30p. This is a hybrid class with classroom instruction starting at the Corry Hi-Ed from 4p-5p, and field instruction at Mead Park from 5p-6:30p. The instructor will provide specific instructions for the meeting spot at Mead Park during the classroom instruction portion of the class. The cost to register for the class is $20. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.

*Signed waiver required upon arrival

*Please wear appropriate footwear for the field instruction at Mead Park.