Community Education
Fall 2007
Add A Little Class To Your Life Classes
ALBUM FOR MEMORY IMPAIRED
This album will help the memory impaired to recognize friends and family members. It would be very useful for anyone who has had a head injury, dementia or Alzheimer’s. The album will be a priceless treasure to your family.
Beginning: October 4 – Thursdays – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $20 for 2 weeks – Call for supply list
Decatur High School – Room 126
Instructor: Donna Hand
AS THE PEN SPINS
This four week class is designed to get the creative writing juices flowing. Whether you are a seasoned writer or can barely hold a pen in your hand, you will find inspiration in “As The Pen Spins.” Explore such hilariously informative topics as “Give the Dog a Bone” and “Stand by Your Pen.” There are 12 stimulating design tips in all, designed to get your pen spinning.
Beginning:September 11 – Tuesdays – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $50 for 4 weeks
Austin High School – Room V01
Instructor: Jane Carroll
BEGINNING PAINTING FOR ADULTS (NEW!)
From a conceptual sketch to the finished product, students will be guided through the process of color selection and brush stroke techniques. Call 341-0562 to reserve a place in class and to get supply list.
Beginning: September 13 – Thursdays – 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Fee: $125 for 12 weeks – Call for supply list
Carnegie Visual Arts Center – 207 Church Street SE
Instructor: Linda Lee
BRIDGE/BEGINNING
Learn to play a satisfactory game of bridge almost immediately. Fundamentals will be taught through lectures, demonstrations and play of hand. Instruction will include five-card major bidding, point count evaluation and a lot more.
No class October 8.
Beginning: September 10 - Mondays - 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $40 for 6 weeks
Decatur High School – Library Downstairs
Instructor: Ruth Ann Blackwell
CAKE DECORATING/BEGINNING
Learn fun decorating techniques to create beautiful cakes! Borders, writing, roses and basket weaving will be taught. We will also learn to transfer simple images to a cake for a totally custom and free-handed effect. Supply list given first night.
Beginning: September 10 – Mondays – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $25 for 4 weeks – Materials: $5 payable to instructor
Austin High School – Home Economics Kitchen
Instructor: Marie Lovelady
Time to spruce up that antique chair? Learn the flat weave method of caning. Bring a small chair or stool (cleaned out), desk stapler, scissors, table knife and bucket. Cane may be purchased from instructor.
Beginning: September 10 – Mondays – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $20 for 2 weeks
Austin High School – Room V11
Instructor: Roy Samples
CROCHETING/AFGHAN
Learn the art of crocheting while making an afghan. Come and learn all of the basic ripple stitches, how to join and much more. No class October 9.
Beginning:September 11 – Tuesdays – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $30 for 6 weeks – Call for supply list
Decatur High School – Library Downstairs
Instructor: Donsia Yates
CROCHETING/AFGHAN (DAY)
Same as above.
Beginning: September 12 – Wednesdays – 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Fee: $30 for 3 weeks – Call for supply list
Learning Center – 406 Second Avenue SE
Instructor: Donsia Yates
DANCE/BALLROOM DANCES
You can feel comfortable on any dance floor. Learn couples dances including the swing, waltz, foxtrot, rumba, cha-cha and tango. NO heels, high heeled boots, metal or plastic tapped shoes! Soft soled shoes ONLY! No class October 8.
Beginning: September 10 - Mondays - 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $50 per couple for 6 weeks
Banks-Caddell Elementary School - Gym
Instructors: Ralph and Mae Ledbetter
DANCE/COUNTRY WESTERN LINE DANCES/BEGINNING
Do you want to learn to line dance? This class is designed for the beginning line dance student. Have fun and enjoy the aerobic benefit of line dancing. NO heels, high heeled boots, metal or plastic tapped shoes! Soft soled shoes ONLY! Singles welcome! No class October 9.
Beginning:September 11 - Tuesdays - 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $30 for 6 weeks
Banks-Caddell Elementary School - Gym
Instructor: Donna Barnett
DANCE/COUNTRY WESTERN LINE DANCES/BEGINNING
Do you want to learn to line dance? This class is designed for the beginning line dance student. Have fun and enjoy the aerobic benefit of line dancing. NO heels, high heeled boots, metal or plastic tapped shoes! Soft soled shoes ONLY! Singles welcome!
Beginning: September 13 - Thursdays - 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $30 for 6 weeks
Banks-Caddell Elementary School - Gym
Instructor: Dottie White
DECATUR STYLE (DAY)
Celebrate National Historic Preservation in this brown bag lunch series that will meet each Wednesday (October 3, 10, 17 and 24.) Each week the class will study a different period in local architectural style, exploring how history has shaped us as individuals, as a community and the way in which we choose to build. The class will conclude with an optional walking tour on Wednesday, October 31 at 12:00 p.m. Guests are invited to bring their brown bag lunch to the program!
Beginning: October 3 – Wednesdays – 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Fee: $20 for 4 weeks
Old Bank Building – 925 Bank Street NE
Instructor: Melinda Dunn
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WITH SHOOTING ASSIGNMENTS (NEW!)
This course will cover the basic principles and operations of digital cameras as well as the rules and elements of good photographic composition. Shooting assignments will be given the first night and critiqued the second night. Bring your camera and instruction book!
Date: September 20 – Thursdays – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $35 for 2 weeks
Austin High School – Room V11
Instructor: Jennifer Culp
Teach your dog (four months or older) the commands of heel, sit, down, come and stay. Bring a choke collar and a six-foot leather or cotton web lead. You must have a record of shots and bring it to class the first night! No dogs the first night! Only one trainer per dog! No observers! No class October 8.
Beginning: September 10 – Mondays – 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Fee: $35 for 6 weeks
Austin High School – Shop Lot
Instructor: Alsie Fisher
DULCIMER/BEGINNING
Students will learn strumming and picking techniques, fretting styles, some music and different tunings. Bring your own dulcimer or you may rent or purchase an instrument from the instructor. No class October 9.
Beginning: September 11 – Tuesdays – 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $30 for 6 weeks – Book: $7 payable to instructor
Decatur High School – Chorus Room
Instructor: Janet Henderson
FLORAL DESIGN WITH BASIC TECHNIQUES
Learn to create beautiful floral designs! Basic techniques and design will be taught using silk flowers. Taught by an Award Winning floral designer.
Beginning: September 10 – Mondays – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $30 for 4 weeks – Call for supply list
Decatur High School – Home Economics Kitchen
Instructor: Ross Railey
GENEALOGY/GETTING ORGANIZED (DAY)
An expert in genealogy will help you begin tracing your “family tree.” Topics covered will be organizing your materials and where to go from there. After you’ve learned the basics you will enjoy the “Hunt for History.”
Beginning: September 17 – Mondays – 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $25 for 3 weeks
Morgan County Archives – 624 Bank Street NE
Instructor: Edna Earle James
Broaden your horizons by learning a foreign language! Emphasis on simple grammar and vocabulary. No class October 8.
Beginning: September 10 – Mondays – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $35 for 6 weeks – Book not included
Decatur High School – Room 119
Instructor: Baerbel Patterson
KNITTING/BEGINNING
Experience the joy of this popular form of needlework. Add knitted accessories to your wardrobe. You will learn to figure measurements and how to follow directions. Basic stitches will be taught using wool, acrylic or cotton yarn. Students will complete a project of your choice.
No class October 9.
Beginning: September 11 - Tuesdays - 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $30 for 6 weeks - Call for supply list
Decatur High School – Library Upstairs
Instructor: Baerbel Patterson
ONLINE AUCTIONS
An informative class introducing online auctioning. Learn what can and can’t be sold, how to register and much more.
Beginning: September 13 – Thursdays – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $40 for 4 weeks
Austin High School – BOE
Instructor: Connie Hulsey
PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING
Series of classes designed to help you understand how to make your money work harder for you. Topics will include: (1) understanding stocks and bonds, (2) basic financial planning, (3) mutual funds, (4) 401K plans, (5) buy or lease a car and (6) refinancing your home. Taught by an Independent Certified Financial Planner.
Beginning: September 18 - Tuesdays - 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $20 for 2 weeks
Austin High School – HOE
Instructor: Steve Atkins
SPANISH/BEGINNING
No habla Espanol? If you are interested in learning Spanish for business, travel or fun - enroll now! No class October 8.
Beginning: September 10 – Mondays – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $40 for 6 weeks – Materials: $5 payable to instructor
Austin High School – Room V01
Instructor: Eddie Skaggs
STAINED GLASS
Learn this ancient art! Both lead and foil techniques will be taught. You will complete two beautiful suncatchers and a mosaic stepping stone in class. Supply list given first night.
Beginning: October 1 – Mondays – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $60 for 6 weeks
Instructions given at registration
Instructor: Jack Burch
YOGA/BEGINNING
This gentle physical exercise is becoming increasingly popular because of its many health benefits, which include increasing and maintaining flexibility and muscle tone. Perfect for those who need an exercise routine which does not place adverse stress on bones, joints, muscles, etc. Also recommended for the older person who wants to begin a regular exercise program. Bring a mat.
No class October 8.
Beginning: September 10 - Mondays - 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $40 for 6 weeks
Austin High School - HOE
Instructor: Carol DeVor