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Tue13 Continuing ASL
with Elsie Nemeth
Review sign class for former intermediate and advanced students. Practice, learn, and teach with classmates.
Tue32 Knitting
with Beth Holstein, MSN, MBA,
Learn to knit as you make a dishcloth, potholder or blanket (for the more ambitious). Beginning skills: knit, purl, cast on, bind off, tools of knitting. Beginner supplies: size 7 or 8 needle (straight or circular 10-14 in); 1 skein Lily Sugar 'n Cream (Michael's) or Crafter's Secret Cotton (Hobby Lobby). Knitters join us to knit and/or learn a new skill.
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Tue14 Amateur (Ham) Radio: Tune In, Reach Out, Explore the World!
with Barry Keating, Ph.D.
Discover the fascinating world of Amateur (Ham) Radio—where technology, communication, and friendship meet! Whether you’re completely new to the hobby or ready to upgrade to your General Class license, this engaging course will guide you through the essentials of radio operation, licensing requirements, and on-air etiquette. Experience hands-on demonstrations with real equipment. You’ll learn how to talk with people across town—or across the globe. Join the ranks of over 700,000 licensed Hams in the U.S. and open the door to a lifelong hobby that blends science, adventure, and public service. No technical background required—just curiosity and enthusiasm!
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Tue22 Knitting
with Beth Holstein, MSN, MBA,
Learn to knit as you make a dishcloth, potholder or blanket (for the more ambitious). Beginning skills: knit, purl, cast on, bind off, tools of knitting. Beginner supplies: size 7 or 8 needle (straight or circular 10-14 in); 1 skein Lily Sugar 'n Cream (Michael's) or Crafter's Secret Cotton (Hobby Lobby). Knitters join us to knit and/or learn a new skill.
Tue24 Beginning Chess
with John Pletcher, Ph.D.
Chess – the Game of Kings!! No prior knowledge of chess needed. Learn how the pieces move, how to checkmate (win), and chess etiquette. The class will cover the rules, tactics, strategy, a couple of basic openings and the history of chess to include famous players such as Bobby Fischer. Students will play most lessons and there will be a class tournament at the end. There is a $3.00 copy fee payable to the instructor on Lesson 1. Chess sets will be provided for classroom use. But why learn chess? Chess has been shown to improve memory and help protect against dementia. Also it is a great game to play with grandkids.
Tue28 Of Time and Textile
with Connie Peterson-Miller
Bring your latest needlework project and come form a hearth circle. Each session we’ll explore a range of topics: the history of knitting in America; when some needles went to war and others stayed home to mend or protest; knits and knitters of fame, infamy and anonymity; knitting traditions from around the world; science of the spin, and more. Class time will include hands-on demonstrations, light refreshments and perhaps a sing-along or two.
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Wed11 Cooking for One or Two
with Susan Siemers, MM
We will be focusing on healthy eating habits, but the most important thing is that what you make tastes great! Classes will include knife skills, adapting recipes to make them better for YOU, and learning new techniques to make you a better cook. I have taken cooking classes in France and will bring my experiences to the classroom. My range of cooking is wide, and it includes the best the Midwest has to offer. In at least half of the classes, we will finish with a sit-down meal. The rest of the classes will include eating up the fruits of our labors, always a tasty bite or two. This is hands-on, and everyone will work at the prep table and the stove. Limit of 12 people. $20 fee for food.
Wed15 Drum Circle
with Vincenzo Carrasco, B.A.
Drum Circle is a fun, educational, and accessible musical experience that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and expression! Participants of drum circle will learn about various percussion instruments from all over the world and the proper technique for playing each instrument. The goal is for everyone who participates to discover and share their sense of rhythm which each other, even if just by clapping along! Dancing encouraged!
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