How, where, when and why to walk the Camino pilgrimage in Spain. This is the 12th time this class has been taught and over 100 graduates have successfully walked their Camino pilgrimage. To maximize the potential of a powerful Camino life transformative experience, students are encouraged but not required to walk as true Pilgrims and not using tour groups is the 12th time this class has been taught and over 100 graduates have successfully walked their Camino pilgrimage. To maximize the potential of a powerful Camino life transformative experience, students are encouraged but not required to walk as true Pilgrims and not using tour groups. This interactive class will answer all your questions and will help you map out a perfect pilgrimage for you. Instead of having just one teacher, each week there will be multiple guest experts. When you finish this class, you will be prepared to walk the Camino with joy and confidence. The teacher has walked many Camino paths multiple times, helped start the South Bend Chapter of the American Pilgrims on the Camino and has served on the national board. This class will be 8 weeks long, not meeting in November.

Our workshop-like course is geared for students who have previous experience gained from multiple intermediate/advanced FLI classes; or equivalent skill learned elsewhere. Become a better, more confident signer & fingerspeller. Students will have opportunities to hone and improve their skills & sign vocabulary through weekly dialogue/practice activities with classmates & instructors. $7. supplies fee payable at first class. 

Co-Instructors: Marcia Haslett & Jeanne Peckiconis

This course will introduce the basic concepts of Contract Bridge: how to evaluate a hand, make a bid, defend, keep score, and play a hand. Bridge is an excellent way to keep your mind sharp. The required text is Audrey Grant's Bridge Basics ($12) and can be purchased through Amazon or Better World Books. We are located at 2436 Miracle Lane, Mishawaka IN 46545 in the Town & Country Shopping Center. Co-Instructor is Cappy Gagnon.

Students should have more than a rudimentary grasp of beginning French. This class is aimed at those who are at either a beginning or advance intermediate level. It should also work for advanced beginners as well. Text: French Short Stories for Intermediate Level + AUDIO: Improve Your Reading and Listening Skills in French by Frederic Bibard, Manuela Miranda (Pbk), 2021. Available through Amazon at $15.90 or used starting at $5.55. Eight weeks guaranteed, including the first and last weeks of the semester, with the possibility of 1 or 2 extra classes at the availability of the teacher.

Hands on floral design class where Creativity Blooms! In this engaging session, you will learn the basics of floral arrangement, explore seasonal flowers, and design your own beautiful bouquet or centerpiece to take home. $20 covers the necessary supplies, including fresh flowers, floral foam, containers, and tools used during the class. Bring yourself and your creativity. Andrea Keck of Andrea's Arrangements (2nd Tuesday each month at 11am @ St. Paul's).

Box office favorite Cary Grant had a 30 year career in which he never won an Academy Award. We'll watch his rise from bit player to star through 10 movies, some familiar, some less known. In addition to movie trivia, your hosts will also share biographical background that coincides with the year of each film. Sorry, popcorn is not supplied. This class will be co-taught by Robert and Judith Heying.

Learn the game whose name means “clattering sparrows” due to the sound made by the tiles as they are shuffled. We will learn American mah jongg using the National Mah Jongg League’s card of hands. There will be ample time for students to play and hone their skills. By the end of the course, students will be ready to join a mah jongg group and hold their own. Students will need to purchase their own 2025 National Mah Jongg League card ($14-$15 from http://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx or 212-246-3052) Materials fee is $5 paid directly to the teacher. No students may join this class after the first session.

"Meet Your AI Helper: Fun & Useful Tools for Everyday Life"

Step into the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence! Learn how to use free AI tools on your smartphone, tablet, or computer to make daily tasks easier, spark creativity, and have fun. From planning trips to writing stories and organizing photos, we’ll explore AI step-by-step with printed guides you can follow at home (copy fee may apply). Bring your own device. No tech background needed—just curiosity!