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M16 Forever Connected: Beginner Computer & Smartphone Skills
with Cynthia Nikolai, Ph.D.
This welcoming, beginner-level course helps learners build confidence using provided computers, smartphones, and essential online tools. Over 10 weeks, students will learn how to use devices, set up accounts and manage passwords, send and receive email, navigate the internet safely, use social media, complete online forms, shop and bank online securely, and access helpful digital resources. Smartphone basics such as texting, calling, and using apps are also included. A skills checklists will guide learning and assess progress. Students who successfully complete the course may check out a computer from the FLI Lending Library for home use. This course is free due to a generous grant from the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County. This class meet twice a week on Monday and Tuesday.
T11 Forever Euchre Club
with George Azar, M. Ed.
Join us for Forever Euchre Club, a fun and social class designed for those who enjoy this fast-paced card game of strategy and teamwork! Each week, participants will gather to play friendly games of euchre in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just learning the ropes, this club offers a great opportunity to sharpen your skills, share tips, and enjoy lively conversation. No formal instruction—just plenty of cards, laughter, and camaraderie. Bring your competitive spirit and get ready for lots of fun! All skill levels are welcome.
T13 Inventions and Discoveries: From Fire to AI (Artificial Intelligence)
with David Warkentien, EE & B.S.
From the discovery of fire to the rise of artificial intelligence, this course explores the 'What, Who, Why, When, Where, and How' (5W1H) behind the most significant inventions and discoveries in human history. Students will examine the forces that drive human ingenuity and the lasting impact these breakthroughs have had on civilization.
W19 Freakonomics
with Leighton Schmitt
Does your name affect your income? Are rich people more or less generous than poor people? Was there an unexpected cause for the decrease in American crime in the 1990’s? Why did Spanish Treasure ships sink 3 times more often than Portuguese ones? We’ll discuss some of the work of The Chicago School of Economics, including that of Stephen Levitt and Nobel Prize winner Richard Thayler. 3 sessions, July 8th, 15th, and 22nd
W13 Forever Connected: Beginner Computer & Smartphone Skills
with Cynthia Nikolai, Ph.D.
This welcoming, beginner-level course helps learners build confidence using provided computers, smartphones, and essential online tools. Over 10 weeks, students will learn how to use devices, set up accounts and manage passwords, send and receive email, navigate the internet safely, use social media, complete online forms, shop and bank online securely, and access helpful digital resources. Smartphone basics such as texting, calling, and using apps are also included. A skills checklists will guide learning and assess progress. Students who successfully complete the course may check out a computer from the FLI Lending Library for home use. This course is free due to a generous grant from the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County. This class meet twice a week on Wednesday and Thursday.
Th14 Free Market Economics in a Changing World
with James Halteman, Ph.D.
After exploring free market economy benefits, we examine current issues that stress our social order. As society becomes more impersonal and politically divided, it is hard for the economy to deal with climate change, artificial intelligence, aging population, increasing income inequality and numorous other issues. This makes us concerned that our social order is at risk. But we can be hopeful that our future economy can survive and thrive. Formal economics studies are not a prerequisite for this course.
F10 Summer in Full Swing!
with Jan McGowan, Interpretive Naturalist, MLS
Meet a naturalist at St. Patrick's County Park for an introduction to what’s going on with plants, animals and insects in the throes of summer. Then head out for a naturalist-led hike to look and listen for nature in action. Meet at the Brown Barn. This session will meet on August 7.