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Automobile Ownership 102
with Phillip Potter
This class will begin with a brief overview of the current state of the automotive industry and how it affects your purchase and ownership experience. The course will then explore the sales process, acquisition timing, lease vs. purchase, and finance alternatives. We will then look at maintenance practices and how they affect your vehicle. The course will conclude with resale alternatives, trade-in vs. outright sale. This class will build on the previous first class and will include the use of internet research to maximize your buying position. Having an Internet capable device, such as a phone, tablet, laptop is preferable for this course.
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Passion for Piano - Thursday
with Judy Jurrens
Age or musical experience should not keep you from exploring your passion for music. We will work together to learn at least one song each week with sheet music and chords. This class is for the beginner student or anyone wanting to learn to play with chords. Please purchase Hal Leonard's "Best Songs Ever/Super Easy Piano Songbook for Beginners and Adults" (available on Amazon for $18.99) and bring it to the first session. Blue Skies and Can't Help Falling In Love will be one of our first songs from the book. You will NOT need to bring a piano or keyboard to class but should have one for practicing.
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Pickleball for Beginners-Thursday
with Donna Adams
This class is for true beginners. You will learn the basic rules, how to keep score, how to find places to play, and groups to play with. You will learn to serve legally, maintain a rally, and place the ball where you want it to go. Each class will include a short lecture, drills, and open play. You don’t have to be an athlete to have fun with friends, children, grandchildren, and even strangers you may meet along the way. Paddles and balls provided. Note: You may register for only one pickleball class each semester to accommodate as many students as possible. Caution: To play this game safely, you must be able to bend your knees to pick up a ball from the ground. You should also have a good sense of balance so you can reach for the balls. If you have any doubts, please check with your Co-teachers are Sam Haag and Sue Fassett. healthcare provider.
Cribbage For All - Thursday
with Cameron Melvoin, B.S.
Beginners and experienced players are welcome. Learn and play this exciting board/card game.
Great time to meet others and enjoy a great game. Learn 2 handed, three handed, and partner cribbage. Basic math skills are helpful. Great game to share with children and grandchildren.
The Catholic Counter-Reformation
with Rev. Christopher Kuhn, M.A.
This semester will present the Catholic response to the Protestant Reformation (first semester.) We will discuss the Council of Trent (1545-1563.) We will consider the historical theological & political context if this monumental Council. We will examine the popes who were leaders of the Catholic Church at the time of the Council. We will also discuss the cardinals & bishops who were involved in the Council. Also we will consider the reforms which the Council made in the the areas such as seminary training, the sacraments & Eucharist. We will also talk about the new religious orders & the men & women that took up the cause of reform & the spread of Catholicism to the New World.
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YouTube Made Simple: Share Your Story with the World
with Dr. Louise Williams
Learn how to record, edit, and share your own YouTube video! This hands-on course focuses on using smartphones as the easiest and most powerful tool for video creation. You’ll learn the essentials by completing a personal video project that engages with the people, places, or stories at the Jewish Federation, and upload it to YouTube. You may also choose a topic connected to your own interests. Required: A smartphone (iPhone 8+/Android 9+) with working camera, mic, and app access. Newer laptops are welcome—contact the instructor if unsure your tech is suitable.
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Business/Consumer Math
with Bill Barna
This class will focus on math that is relevant to both business, privately owned or balancing your books. Also, managing daily math calculations when looking at purchasing items and sales prices, percentages, math relating to insurance, financial statements, loans, and taxes. Class will not be held on Thursday, Oct. 23.
A Touch of Theatre
with Mary Ann Moran
We will focus on 3 plays, spending 1 week talking about the play, looking at parts of a movie or You Tube version; 1 week taking parts and beginning to read it; 1 week reading the whole play. We may choose to do a staged reading for friends the final week. Barb Thomas will also be instructing during the course.