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ADULT CENTER FOR ENRICHMENT FALL 2008 “CORE” COURSES |
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Memoir Writing Take this opportunity to put your life’s experiences on paper to share with your children, grandchildren and friends. Let them know about you in your own words, not someone else’s.
Instructor: Fred Woodhams Mondays, Sept. 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27; Nov. 3 Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm |
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Comparing the World’s Religions Study the differences in basic beliefs of Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Discussion will involve opportunities and obstacles each religion presents in promoting world harmony.
Instructor: Bruce Omundson Thursdays: Sept. 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm |
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Spin and the November Election Are you ready to vote for the next President of the U.S? This course will help you navigate our political world. Is what you are being told the truth? A lie? Or, is it just Spin? Major emphasis of spin’s influence on the way we think and the decisions we make.
Instructor: Tony Sakey Wednesdays: Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm |
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Basic Drawing The use of line, value, shape and perspective will be demonstrated and principles for drawing in a clear, concise manner will be provided. Materials needed: paper, pencils and eraser. Rembrandts need not apply.
Instructor: Diane Meggison Tuesdays: Sept 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm |
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Beginning/Intermediate Spanish “Hola” Let’s have fun learning the basics of conversational Spanish. Suggested Text: See it and Say it in Spanish”, Margarita Madrigal, $6.95 at any bookstore. “Hasta La vista!” See you there.
Instructor: Monica Shiller Fridays: Sept. 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm |
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Using Your Digital Camera You will learn how to upload pictures from camera to computer, what can be done with them including sizing, cropping, adjusting and building collages for a slide show. Class is limited to 10, knowledge of MS Word required.
Instructor: Ron Greener Fridays: Oct. 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm |
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Learning Microsoft PowerPoint Class is for teachers, students, salespeople, lawyers, or others who give presentations to individuals or groups. Learn to create professional presentations with bulleted lists, pictures, sounds, video clips and animation. Basic computer experience is required.
Instructor: Ron Greener Fridays: Sept. 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm |
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The Art of Puccini Learn of the life, times and music of Giacomo Puccini with emphasis on and the presentation of his most beloved opera, Madam Butterfly. Other operas highlighted include Tosca, LaBoheme, and Manon Lescaut as well as performers noted for their roles.
Instructor: Ed Reichbach Fridays: Sept. 26, Oct. 3, 10 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm |
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Gardening Through the Seasons Enjoy designing with perennials and shrubs for form, texture and color. Identify/appreciate properties of various plants and where they grow best.
Instructor: Karleen Shafer Tuesdays: Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm |
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So What’s Normal Anyway? Stress Management in a Context of Personality What is stress? What is personality? Dealing with difficult people and situations; techniques for gaining control over each. How to react outside of the context of your personality.
Instructor: Rick Zipper Wednesdays: November 5, 12, 19 Time: 10:00 am ̶ 12:00 pm |
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All core courses (3 meetings or more) are $30.00 each. |
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Wait…Don’t leave yet… Read on!! Our New “Series” Courses Take courses as a SERIES, or just take 1. On Thursdays starting September 25, and for the next 6 weeks, at 1-3 pm the Adult Center for Enrichment will offer (1) time courses, with each course 2 hours in length. Take all six (6) for $30.00/Take any one (or more) $10.00 ea. Choose from the following delights:
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The Magic of Renewable Energy Mr. Cryderman works in the field as a consultant. How will renewables affect you and me? You will learn to understand the benefits, costs and payback. Looks at wind, solar, geothermal, hydro and bio-mass. Instructor: Mark Cryderman Time/Date: Sept. 25, 1:00 – 3:00 pm |
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What Writers Do Ms. Brennan-Nelson is a published author of children’s books and will discuss everything you ever want to know about writing and publishing of children’s books. Instructor: Denise Brennan-Nelson Time/Date: Thurs. Oct. 2, 1:00 – 3:00 pm |
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Aerial Photography of WW2 Mr. Zemper was a WW2 photographer for the U.S. army. His pictures have been used in the PBS series called “The War.” Hear the man who took the pictures relate his experience in capturing some of the moments on film for future generations. Instructor: Duane ‘Zemp’ Zemper Time/Date, Thurs. Oct. 9, 1:00 – 3:00 pm |
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Aircraft of WW2 and Beyond Learn about the WW2 war birds and how they molded the aircraft of the future. See scaled and radio controlled models. Mr. Novack’s scaled plans are used by enthusiasts worldwide. Instructor: Fred Novack Time/Date: Thurs. Oct. 30, 1:00 – 3:00 pm |
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Yoga, the Art of Mental Meditation Learn to understand the philosophy and process for relaxation and meditation. This is not a workout course, it defines the philosophical basis and strengths that make Yoga work. Instructor: TBD Time/Date: TBD |
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Introduction to Wine Tasting Learn why wines are named as they are, what to look for in a wine, and what wines to pair with given foods…not only that, you can taste for yourself. Time/Date: Thurs. Oct. 23, 1:00 – 3:00 pm Instructors: Sandy & John Zyletel Class will be conducted at: Mainstreet Winery 201 W. Grand River Howell, MI |
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Name:________________________________________ Phone: __________________ Address:______________________________________ email: ___________________ City:_____________________________ Zip:_____________
I am interested in taking the following” Core” Course(s)—(circle your choices)
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Please mail to: Adult Center for Enrichment P.O. Box 98 Brighton MI 48116
**NOTE: With the exception of the Wine tasting course, all courses will meet at the Lansing Community College, Livingston County Campus at Parker High School on D-19 in Howell. Whether you take a core course, or a series course, and regardless whether you register by phone, by mail, or just show up on the first day, remember….
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