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Corry Higher Education Council



Our Classes

Zoning for Citizens

Free

with Wendy Nickerson

Calendar Apr 21, 2026 at 5:30 pm

Learn about the zoning process in your municipality. Discover the duties of the Zoning Officer as well as the in's and out's of a Zoning Hearing Board meeting. Investigate what makes a variance, a conditional use, and a special exception.

The free presentation will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, from 5:30p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Preregistration is required at www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Basic Digital Literacy Skills

Free

with Nicole Toy

Calendar Apr 22, 2026 at 1 pm

Presented by GECAC, learn basic digital literacy skills such as setting up and organizing files/folders, keyboard shortcuts, navigating web browsers/managing multiple tabs, intro to cloud storage and more.

The workshop will be held at the Corry Higher Education Council on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 1p-2p. 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. Participants will be required to complete a short form for GECAC at the start of class.

Exploring "Corry Stories" - A Book by John Seitz

Free

with John Seitz

Calendar Apr 22, 2026 at 6:30 pm

Enjoy an evening exploring the tales and writing process of Corry native, John Seitz – the author of “Corry Stories.” Learn how and why he became a first-time writer just six years ago at the age of 70, and his approach to discovering potential stories about Corry and his writing selection process. John will be reading a few newly written accounts of growing up in Corry and selections from his upcoming book “I See Stories…Observations of Love and Discovery from Within the Ordinary.” He will also encourage those attending to share their memories of Corry - memories that may have been sparked by some of John’s stories. For those interested in publishing a book, John will be available to discuss Amazon publishing and the practical concerns with, and benefits of, self-publishing. “Corry Stories” will be available for purchase at the event.

This free presentation will be held Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 6:30p-8p at the Corry Hi-Ed. Preregistration is required and can be completed at www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

DIY Hat Bar

$55

with Jake & Sarah Trojak

Calendar Apr 23, 2026 at 6 pm

The Boutique By Sarah brings a unique experience to Corry - a hat bar! The DIY Hat Bar classes are the ultimate hands-on experience for anyone looking to create a one-of-a-kind accessory. For $55, each participant gets to choose their preferred hat style and color—think fedoras, cowboy hats, or Panama styles—and customize it with a wide variety of accessories. From ribbons and hat bands to feathers, charms, and pins, every detail is up to you. We provide all the materials and guidance you need to design a personalized hat that perfectly matches your style. No matter the occasion, our Hat Bars are all about creativity, fun, and fashion.

The class will be Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 6p-8p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to register is $55 and includes all materials. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-6405.

Microsoft Excel Basics

$50

with Diane Howard

Calendar Apr 28, 2026 at 4:30 pm

This two-part introductory course is designed for individuals with little to no prior experience with Microsoft Excel. Participants will learn the fundamental skills necessary to create, edit, format, and manage spreadsheets efficiently. The class covers key features including:

-Navigating the Excel interface and understanding workbook structure

-Entering and organizing data in worksheets

-Basic formulas and functions (SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, etc.)

-Formatting cells for readability (fonts, colors, borders, number formats)

-Using basic charts and visualizations

-Sorting and filtering data

-Saving, printing, and sharing workbooks

Through guided instruction and hands-on exercises, students will gain confidence in using Excel for everyday tasks, whether for personal use, education, or professional settings.

This two-part class will be held on Tuesday, April 28 and Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 4:30p-7:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to register is $50. To register for the class, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405. 

How to Understand Your Local Taxes

Free

with Wendy Nickerson

Calendar Apr 28, 2026 at 5:30 pm

Citizens pay taxes to the Federal, State, and Local Government as well as the School District they live in. Come learn about those local municipal taxes that are set by your local elected officials and how that tax money supports the hometown you live in.

The free presentation will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 5:30p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Preregistration is required at www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

PA CareerLink: Establishing a LinkedIn Presence

Free

with PA CareerLink

Calendar May 7, 2026 at 1:30 pm

Presented by PA CareerLink, the purpose of this workshop is to teach you how to optimize your LinkedIn profile, grow your network, and leverage platform tools for job searches, professional branding, and career growth.

The workshop will be held at the Corry Higher Education Council on Thursday, May 7, 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.

Podcast 101

$30

with Marcus Mosher

Calendar May 13, 2026 at 5:30 pm

In this one-time two-hour workshop, students will learn how to create, record, and publish their own podcasts. Students will be able to post videos to YouTube and other supporting video platforms. This will be a demo workshop where students will create sample podcasts and work on how to record and upload them, and how to share the content. Gain hands-on experience creating your own podcast.

Required materials: student to bring in their personal laptops, microphones and web cam (laptops with built in cameras and microphones are preferred).

This class will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 5:30p-7:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The fee to register is $30, and registration can be completed by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.





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