Warren Forest Higher Education Council

10/12/2026

✨ Create a little holiday magic with beach glass! ✨ with Blue Mermaid Beach Glass Studio

Join us for a creative evening at Hi-Ed and design your own beautiful Beach Glass Ornament. Choose a festive idea, arrange your pieces, and create a one-of-a-kind ornament to display in your home or give as a meaningful handmade gift. 🎄🌊

📅 Tuesday, November 17
⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Warren Forest Higher Education Council
💲35 per person

These charming ornaments would also make wonderful gifts for teachers, grandparents, friends—or that person who already has absolutely everything!

Register today at www.hi-ed.org or call (814) 723-3222.

Tag someone who would enjoy a relaxing and creative night out with you! 👇

10/12/2026

Your future is worth an evening. 💰✨
What would you love your money to help you accomplish? Whatever your goals, understanding the habits behind your financial decisions is a valuable step toward reaching them.
Join Kristen Campbell of Riverside Counseling LLC and John Palmieri of Palmieri Financial Group for Building Habits for Financial Success, a FREE session exploring the connection between our habits, emotions, and long-term financial goals.
Discover a fresh perspective on why we make the money choices we do, and how to build habits that support the future we want.
You don’t need to be a financial expert to join us. Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to learn!
📅 Wednesday, October 21 | 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Hi-Ed | 589 Hospital Drive, Suite F, Warren
💲 FREE, with no sales pitch
Come on your own or invite a friend or partner. Give yourself time to think about your goals and learn from two professionals bringing different perspectives to the conversation.
Reserve your spot at www.hi-ed.org or call 814-723-3222.

10/09/2026

💻 QUICKBOOKS TRAINING THIS FALL - FOUR WAYS TO LEARN!

Employers, small business owners, office professionals, and anyone looking to strengthen their bookkeeping skills — Hi-Ed has options for you!

Whether you're brand new to QuickBooks or ready to take your skills to the next level, we're offering both one-day intensives and evening series to fit your experience level and schedule.

💼 QUICKBOOKS 1 - ONE-DAY INTENSIVE

📅 Friday, October 23
⏰ 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
💲 $129

An excellent option for employers looking to provide introductory QuickBooks training for their employees! Learn the fundamentals in one focused day without committing to multiple evening sessions.

💼 QUICKBOOKS 2 - ONE-DAY INTENSIVE

📅 Friday, November 20
⏰ 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
💲 $129

Already familiar with QuickBooks? Build on your existing knowledge and strengthen your skills in a convenient, one-day format. Ideal for professionals who already use QuickBooks and want to become more confident and efficient.

📘 QUICKBOOKS 1 - EVENING SERIES

📅 October 19, 21 & 26
⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
💲 $129

New to QuickBooks? Our three-evening series offers an opportunity to learn the fundamentals over multiple sessions. Perfect for individuals who prefer evening classes or want to spread their learning over several days.

📗 QUICKBOOKS 2 - EVENING SERIES

📅 November 16, 18 & 23
⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
💲 $129

Ready to build on the basics? Take the next step with three evening sessions designed to expand your QuickBooks knowledge and skills.

✨ WHY INVEST IN QUICKBOOKS TRAINING?

✅ Build practical bookkeeping and financial management skills
✅ Increase confidence using QuickBooks
✅ Strengthen valuable workplace skills
✅ Support employee professional development
✅ Choose the learning format that fits your schedule

EMPLOYERS: Looking for a practical professional development opportunity for your administrative, accounting, or office staff? Our one-day intensives offer a convenient way to invest in your team!

INDIVIDUALS: Whether you're exploring new career skills, managing a small business, or looking to become more effective in your current position, there's a class for you!

📍 Location: Hi-Ed, Warren, PA
📞 Call: (814) 723-3222
🌐 Register: www.hi-ed.org

📣 Spaces are limited, choose your course and register today!

10/09/2026

Thanks again to Your Daily Local for sharing our events out to the community! This one is free. Register at www.hi-ed.org or call us at (814) 723-3222.

WARREN, Pa. — Why do we spend, save, and make financial decisions the way we do? A free upcoming program at Warren Forest Higher Education Council (Hi-Ed) will explore the habits and behaviors behind those choices, and how understanding them can help people move toward their long-term goals. The p...

10/08/2026

You have an idea worth funding. But where do you start?
A community project. New equipment. A program that could help more people. You can see the potential, but tackling a grant application can feel intimidating.
That’s why this class starts with the basics.
Join Hi-Ed for Very Basic Grant Writing, an introduction for people who are new to the process and want a clearer starting point. You don’t need to arrive with experience, just an interest in learning.
Whether you’re a nonprofit employee, a volunteer, a board member, or someone with an idea for your community, take an evening to build your confidence for that next step.
📅 Wednesday, October 14 | 5:30–8:30 p.m.
💵 $59
📍 Hi-Ed • 589 Hospital Drive, Suite F, Warren
Give your idea a place to start. Register today at www.hi-ed.org or call 814-723-3222.
Know someone who’s always working to make our community better? Share this with them!

10/08/2026

Interested in working in a medical office? Start right here in Warren. 🩺
Hi-Ed is offering in-person evening healthcare classes, with no prior experience needed!
📘 Foundational Medical Terminology
Learn the language used in healthcare.
November 2–16, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.
$495 • Course materials included

💼 Medical Administrative Assistant
Build medical office skills and prepare for a national certification exam.
November 23, 2026–March 1, 2027 | 6–9 p.m.
$2,199 • Exam voucher included

Warren County residents may qualify for scholarship assistance. Before registering or paying, call us to discuss your options.
📞 Call 814-723-3222. We’ll help you explore the courses, scholarship opportunities, and next steps. Live outside Warren County? Call us for course and registration information, too!
📍 Hi-Ed • 589 Hospital Drive, Suite F, Warren

10/07/2026

What if your team could spot wasted time, simplify everyday work, and make improvements that stick?

Join us at Hi-Ed on November 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Lean in Action: Foundations of Continuous Improvement. Through instruction and a hands-on simulation, you’ll learn practical ways to improve how work gets done. This class is for both production and administrative staff—no prior lean experience needed.

Instructor Chad Courtney brings more than 20 years of manufacturing and operations experience.
Cost: $299 | Early-bird discount available

Learn more or register at nwirc.org/events, or contact [email protected].

10/07/2026

Trade your usual Wednesday evening for a little color and creativity! 🎨✨
Join Jennifer Bliss and Erin Wallace of Create Community Local Arts Agency for Alcohol Ink Art at Hi-Ed. Experiment with vibrant inks as you blend, layer, and let colors flow into abstract artwork that’s uniquely yours.
You don’t have to paint a perfect picture, this evening is all about exploring, experimenting, and enjoying the creative process. Come on your own or invite a friend for a fun night out!
📅 Wednesday, October 21
🕔 5:00–8:00 PM
💲 $25 All materials included!
📍 Hi-Ed | 589 Hospital Drive, Suite F, Warren
Bring your curiosity, we’ll supply the color!
👉 Register at www.hi-ed.org or call 814-723-3222.

10/06/2026

That drawer full of photos, ticket stubs, and little keepsakes? Let’s turn it into something you’ll love flipping through. ✂️📸
Join Hi-Ed and Create Community Local Arts Agencyy for Smashbooks, a fun evening of turning memories into a personalized book using photos, papers, stickers, and creative embellishments.
No perfect layouts required, just your memories, your style, and a little imagination! Basic supplies are provided. Bring photos or keepsakes you’d like to include, and invite a friend to create alongside you.
📅 Wednesday, October 14
🕔 5–7 PM
💲 $20
📍 Hi-Ed | 589 Hospital Drive, Suite F, Warren
Give those memories a home beyond your phone, or that drawer!
👉 Register at www.hi-ed.org or call 814-723-3222.