In this class, we will continue with the Hacking French book by Benny Lewis. We will complete Unit 8 until the end of the book. Also we will continue to learn about the past tense and learn the future tense. We will also read and have discussions from le Petit Nicolas, French Edition, pocket book for $16.94 on Amazon. Be sure to buy the pocket book version. On se verra bientot!

This cardio dance class teaches a vocabulary of dance steps and styles ( 40s, 50's, 60's, disco, Broadway, etc.), which are choreographed into "dances." The first 50 minutes is dedicated to dancing and feels like a dance workout that is easy on the knees and made especially for us seniors. But still fun and sassy! After the first few classes, a 20–25-minute rehearsal will follow for those who want to be in the performance versions of the dances. (You can just do the first 50 minutes if you don't want to be in the performances) Video link describing this class at https://youtu.be/v8X-XJfEM9w. Video to practice basic vocabulary of steps at https://youtu.be/26Onvj0uGEE?si=IxBnDt9hEKhSHTC9

This class is for anyone who wishes to learn basic watercolor techniques. Whether you already have watercolor experience or have never picked up a paintbrush before, this class offers a fun and supportive environment through a variety of projects. Full list of materials will be emailed prior to first class, estimated cost $40-$50. Copy fee of $5.00 cash due to instructor at first class.

This Russian history class picks up with Stalin and continues to Putin.

Learn the basics of the card game pinochle. Enjoy playing this old German card game played with 2 to 8 people. Working in teams you will calculate meld, order of playing the cards, taking tricks, and scoring. The will be time for practice each week.

Explore how 130 years of Catholic teaching on work, dignity, and technology—spanning from Pope Leo XIII to Pope Leo XIV—can guide us through the challenges posed by AI and automation. This course draws clear connections between social encyclicals and urgent digital questions: What defines just wages in a gig economy? How can we preserve human creativity when AI encroaches on creative labor? Can technology truly serve, rather than replace, people? Join a thoughtful exploration of faith’s enduring principles—human dignity, solidarity, and the common good—offering historical wisdom and practical hope for a just, digital future—it’s a conversation about the choices we’re making right now.

Did you ever wonder how those beautiful rocks on Lake Michigan’s beach were made? Why do some look like coral you’ve seen in Florida? Some look as black as lava. Some look to be layered with sands of a different color. Each of these rocks tell a story that we will explain in this course. We will tell the story of how the earth evolved and the unique process that formed the continents. Rocks can also tell the story of the evolution of life. Come learn these processes and you will never see beaches, mountains and plains in the same way. Finally, you will learn to appreciate the time involved in the development of the earth’s surface you see now.

Our class will enjoy watching a different movie from the 30’s, 40’s, 50’s and 60’s for each of our ten sessions. The films will cover a variety of cinematic genres from comedy to drama, musicals to noir, and everything in between. Our hosts (Judith, Jeff, and Randy) will frame the week’s movie with an introduction and summary analysis, as well as interesting tidbits and trivia. The emphasis is on fun as well as film critique and information sharing among class members and hosts. Class questions and comments are encouraged.