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Forever Learning Institute



Personal Development

Tue13 Continuing ASL
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Tue13 Continuing ASL

$15

with Elsie Nemeth

Calendar Mar 3, 2026 at 9:30 am, runs for 10 weeks

Review sign class for former intermediate and advanced students. Practice, learn, and teach with classmates.  

Thu28 Advanced Spiritual Art Journal with Magazine Collage

$55

with Rev. Marianne Chalstrom, M.Div.

Calendar Mar 26, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 8 weeks

Have fun tending your Creative Soul with this art journal practice. We use magazine collage and journaling techniques to explore creativity, memories, feelings and inner wisdom through the found expressing our soul’s native language. This art journal practice is fun and soul-tending as we come together in a safe group setting. Additional journaling, and/or YouTube videos may be assigned outside of class. Highly recommended: at least one semester or collage retreat with the instructor. Bring: Sketchbook, gluestick, scissors, magazines. Other materials, text books may be recommended.

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Fri30 Wines of the World - Italy

$25

with Sharyl Dawes, MBA

Calendar Mar 27, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 1 week

Build your wine knowledge by sipping and studying your way through some of the world’s most famous wine regions. Each session will feature 3-5 tastings, with a discussion of food pairings, tasting notes, and the history and geography of the region. Sharyl has hands-on viticultural and wine-making experience. The cost is $25 per session. The session meets on Friday, March 27.

Wed20 The Joy of Nature Journaling

$55

with DeAnna Varela, M.A.

Calendar Apr 1, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 6 weeks

Step into the sunshine and let your creativity wander! The Joy of Nature Journaling is a relaxed, playful course for anyone eager to explore the outdoors with curiosity and a sense of fun. No experience needed—just an open mind and a love for the natural world. Learn quick sketching skills, simple nature photography, collage, and gentle guided writing. Your naturalist instructor shares fun facts and easy techniques as you slow down, notice small wonders, and create joyful pages that celebrate the beauty around you. *Runs April 1 - May 6 in the Brown Barn at St. Patrick’s County Park. A journal and a pencil will be provided. Please bring a $5 copy fee to the first class.

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Fri28 Wines of the World - Spain

$25

with Sharyl Dawes, MBA

Calendar Apr 17, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 1 week

Build your wine knowledge by sipping and studying your way through some of the world’s most famous wine regions. Each session will feature 3-5 tastings, with a discussion of food pairings, tasting notes, and the history and geography of the region. Sharyl has hands-on viticultural and wine-making experience. The cost is $25 per session. This session meets Friday, April 17.

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Fri27 Wines of the World - Portugal

$25

with Sharyl Dawes, MBA

Calendar May 15, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 1 week

Build your wine knowledge by sipping and studying your way through some of the world’s most famous wine regions. Each session will feature 3-5 tastings, with a discussion of food pairings, tasting notes, and the history and geography of the region. Sharyl has hands-on viticultural and wine-making experience. The cost is $25 per session. This session meets Friday, May 15.

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Wed43 Walking Mishawaka History Tour

$10

with Pete De Kever, M.S.

Calendar May 20, 2026 at 11 am, runs for 1 week

The City of Mishawaka was founded in 1833, decades before her larger neighbor South Bend. Join us for a historic walking tour of Mishawaka’s parks, led by town historian, president of the Mishawaka Historical Museum, and author Pete Dekever. Starting at Mishawka’s Beutter Riverfront Park, we’ll visit historic sights and gain a knowledge of Mishawaka’s history, from humble origins to industry powerhouse to modern day growth. Participants must be able to walk about 1.5 miles and stand for approximately 75 minutes. This opportunity is $10, and all proceeds will support both the Mishawaka Historical Museum and Forever Learning. Max of 50

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