Each week we'll paint a picture. Expect something different each week; we'll mix it up with loose and realistic painting and try different techniques. Before class you will receive an email with a sketch, a reference photo, and a list of materials (paint colors, brushes, accessories (sponge, masking fluid, etc.). Each painter is encouraged to make the painting their own - choosing different colors, or applying their own style and perspective to the painting. Mostly we'll have fun sharing painting ideas. Prerequisites: Beginners Watercolor & Zoom Experience. Please note this class will not meet Oct 16 or Oct 23.

The course will explore an almost forgotten time period of North American history, 1754-1763, The French & Indian War. This event had a lasting effect on this continent, made England a world power, and helped bring about the American Revolution. You have the opportunity to observe and discuss many pieces of equipment, uniforms, maps, furs, and other items. The war itself and methods of fighting in it will also be talked about. The instructor has been a teacher and a French reenacting soldier. He has participated in events in Quebec, Canada and 8 different states. He will bring some new and interesting ideas to the class through his experiences.

A look at many rebellions and revolutions in Poland between the partitions and the Treaty of Versailles. It includes quite a cast of characters including Napoleon.

Gentle yoga class focussing on moving every part of the body with a focus on breath. Everyone will need their own yoga mat, and a 10 ft yoga belt. Wear comfortable clothing. If you have yoga blocks and a blanket, and use them, bring them. Please let the instructor know in private if you have any physical limitations she should know about.

Our class is for individuals who have no, or very limited experience with sign language and fingerspelling. We learn new sign vocabulary each week with frequent review and practice. Learn to incorporate facial expression & eye gaze and how hearing loss in any age group greatly affects communication, mood, & social skills. Text: Signing for Kids (and Adults!) by M. Flodin, $18; & $5 supplies fee --both payable to instructor by second class.

Mahjong is a Chinese game of skill, strategy, and calculation. It is considered a "mind sport" and is fun and interesting to play. The game is played with four players using a collection of tiles divided into five or six suits. You will learn the basics of the official game and strategy tips for playing. Researchers believe that playing the game is beneficial for individuals with the beginning signs of dementia, cognitive, and memory difficulties. So, come challenge your mind with Chinese Mahjong.

Guten Tag! This course is a continuation of German 1 with a focus on basic communication skills. If you have not joined us in the spring but have had a bit of German in the past, you are welcome to participate. Speaking and correct pronunciation are emphasized. Grammar and vocabulary are introduced as needed. German culture is an important part of this course. We will study a few poems and learn some folk songs. Our text: LANGUAGE HACKING GERMAN - LEARN HOW TO SPEAK GERMAN RIGHT AWAY. This can be ordered from Amazon. There is a three dollar copying fee. There will be no class during the week of 9-15 to 9-19.

Intermediate juggling is for all graduates of the learn to juggle class or anyone that can juggle three balls. The class will continue the development cycle for juggling and add in several new props such as spinning plates, Poi, cigar boxes and Rings. Juggling clubs and passing with a partner will be developed with expectations that by the end of this class all participants will be able to juggle three clubs and pass clubs and/or rings with a partner. All participants will be required to purchase three juggling clubs for the course if they do not own. Taught by co-founders of the Michiana Juggling Club, Bill Hooper and Al Eisenhour.