CRYSTAL LAKE – Learn new ways to say hello and much more through language and sign classes this winter offered by McHenry County College’s Continuing Education Department.

The following classes are available:

• Spanish I: This beginner’s course includes basic writing, speaking, pronunciation, listening, understanding and the culture of Spanish-speaking countries. Students will use grammar, vocabulary and verbs in the most basic structure of the language. The required book is “Spanish Is Fun Book 1: Lively Lessons for Beginners” by Amsco School Publications, third edition, ISBN: 9781567654646. Textbooks must be bought before the start of class. The book is not available in the MCC Bookstore. Two classes are offered: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 29 through March 19, in Room E119 (use course ID: NFL S05 001) and 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 5 through March 26, in Room A123, (use course ID: NFL S05 002). The cost for either class is $109.