Ever wonder how our amazing immune system works? It's all about how the body detects and eliminates harmful threats or invading pathogens that, if left unchecked, will cause disease or worse. This course will examine our immune system in detail, concentrating on how specific cells, biochemicals and barriers interact to protect us. Knowledge of basic biology is helpful, but not necessary as applicable concepts will be explained and questions answered.

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 healthcare provider.

This class is for those who have completed a beginner class or clinic, who know basic rules, and how to keep score. It will provide an opportunity for additional practice and play in a supportive environment. You will participate in short lectures and drills designed to improve all aspects of your game. Each class will include open play with other class members. 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 healthcare provider.

Are you sore and tired from working out? Too old to exercise? Too busy? Then T'ai Chi Chuan Easy 8 Form is perfect for you, regardless of your age, gender, or level of fitness. The 50 minute exercise a day will increase your strength, energy, flexibility, and emotional outlook. It also lowers blood pressure, reduces blood sugar, and relieves arthritis pain.

You've heard of the Solid Gold dancers, right? We are the Solid Silver Dancers! This 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. (But you can just do the first 50 minutes if you don't want to be in the performances) To see a video describing/demonstrating this class, go to https://youtu.be/v8X-XJfEM9w.

In the workshop, students will learn about the many elements that differentiate music theater from plays and operas. During the course of the workshop, students will explore sound with movement, improve their pronunciation, further develop their vocal quality, and learn about character development. By the end of the workshop, students will have learned one to two pieces of their choosing that they will be able to perform in any place, at any time. The final class will be a recital that is open to the public.

This course will teach you how to juggle and pass with a partner, juggling scarves, balls or even clubs for those that advance. Juggling is one of the best exercises for hand eye coordination, as well as a terrific and fun cardio exercise. All students will begin learning with scarves and progress at their own pace to three balls, then clubs, with many learning to pass multiple juggling props. This course is taught by Co-Founders of the Michiana Juggling Club, Bill Hooper and Al Eisenhour. Join us - juggling is a great skill for all ages. $25 fee for juggling balls and scarves

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 in several new props such as spinning plates, Poi and Rings. Juggling clubs and passing will be developed for all with expectations that by the end of this class all participants will be able to juggle three clubs and pass clubs or rings with a partner. All participants will be required to purchase three juggling clubs for the course in addition to if they have not from the prior course, purchase three juggling balls. Taught by Co-Founders of the Michiana Juggling Club, Bill Hooper and Al Eisenhour.