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Upcoming Courses

Genealogy and History Courses

Learn how DNA can help you solve some of the mysteries in your family tree! This class explains the basics of DNA for studying genealogy. We will cover what types of DNA tests are available to you and why you would use each of them as well as how each testing company is different in terms of finding matches. We will explore different DNA tools on the web. Ancestry DNA will be reviewed in depth.
#35440, Truax Health Building, 10/1-10/22, Tuesday, 5:30-8:30 PM Instructor: Rhonda Stevens

Enrichment Courses

Learn how to train your dog for a lifelong commitment to basic manners and obedience! Some of the skills taught will be: loose leash and nice walking skills, name recognition and recall skills, beginning and intermediate sits, downs and stays, and relinquishing of items.

Your dog must have required vaccinations: DHLPP, rabies, Bordetella, (kennel cough), and flea/tick prevention written proof must be provided at the first class. Handlers less than 12 years of age must have an adult helper. Dogs should be a minimum of 6 months old. Dogs should be on a harness and/or collar and 4-6ft leash, no retractable leashes please. Classes will be held outside so dress appropriately for the weather. individual class sessions may be rescheduled due to weather.
#35368, Truax Early Learning Building Parking Lot, 9/11-10/16, Wednesday, 5:00-6:00 PM Instructor: Lisa Bach
Puppy socialization is one of the most critical ways to helping puppies become happy and healthy citizens! In our puppy socialization class, you will be given the tools to teach your puppy the fundamental skills that will help build a solid working relationship. This class will have plenty of off-leash play time to help build these social skills. Some of the tools you will learn: a beginning recall, even with distractions, teaching your puppy how to be patient and to calm down, bite inhibition, beginning loose leash and nice walking skills, and cooperative husbandry skills.

Any dog handler less than 12 yrs. of age must have an adult helper. The puppy must have the required vaccinations, (based on age), including Bordetella (kennel cough) and written proof must be provided at the first class. The puppy must be between 3-6 months (small breeds) and 3-5 months (large breed) of age. This class is held outside with some indoor time so dress appropriately for the weather! individual class sessions may be rescheduled due to weather.
#35370, Truax Early Learning Building Parking Lot, 9/11-10/16, Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 PM Instructor: Lisa Bach
Discover the health benefits of daily foods from a traditional Chinese medicine perspective. All herbs and foods have natural temperatures and are harvested in specific seasons. These seasonal foods and herbs assist with the functioning of our organs in addition to helping us maintain and survive the weathers. The traditional Chinese medicine practice of using foods and herbs will guide the content of this course.
#36827, Online Live, 9/14-9/21, Saturday, 10 AM-12:30 PM Instructor: Pearl Lawson
Reclaim control over your daily life. Discover strategies for shedding the burden of too many decisions by optimizing your routine, organizing your day and week for success. Learn the art of handling tasks promptly by eliminating or postponing actions. We'll also explore the power of single-tasking to increase your focus and productivity. Say goodbye to decision fatigue and welcome a more streamlined, efficient, and less stressful way of approaching your day.
#36749, Online Live, 9/18, Wednesday, 11 AM-12 PM Instructor: Mary Okon
#36750, Online Live, 12/11, Wednesday, 11 AM-12 PM Instructor: Mary Okon
Prepare for a smooth and successful transition into retirement with our in-depth workshop, " Life After Work: How to Create a Sustainable Income Stream in Retirement." This workshop is designed to help you assess your current retirement planning, envision your future, and develop a robust financial strategy. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, you will gain the knowledge and tools necessary to make informed decisions and secure your financial well-being in retirement.
#36881, Online Live, 10/1, Tuesday, 6-7:30 PM Instructor: Nate Byers
Taxes play a critical role in shaping your retirement finances. Our workshop, "How Tax Planning Changes Through Four Stages of Retirement” is designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of tax planning during your retirement years. Through detailed discussions and practical insights, you'll learn how to optimize your retirement income and avoid common tax pitfalls.
#36882, Commercial Avenue Campus, 10/15, Tuesday, 6-7:30 PM Instructor: Nate Byers
The internet provides access to much of the information forecasters use to make their predictions, and you can tap into it. Whether you depend on the weather professionally, want to be a storm spotter, or are simply interested in the topic, you can use the internet to get a much fuller picture of what weather is heading your way, than a weather report. Course topics will include weather terminology, general circulation, the role of water in the atmosphere, air masses, fronts, jets, waves and horizontal and vertical motion. You should come away with the ability to describe in basic terms the physical processes that produce common weather phenomena.
#35202, Truax- Main Building, 10/15-10/29, Tuesdays, 5-7 PM Instructor: Robert McClure
Are you concerned about the climate crisis, but don’t know what you could do about it? How can we solve such a huge global problem? Do you worry that it’s already too late? Or are you skeptical that “climate change” is really all it’s hyped up to be? Will taking action destroy our economy and way of life? This course offers hope, information and inspiration which will guide us to actions which will make a difference. There are solutions to the climate emergency, and we can be a part of them.
#35382, Truax - Health Building, 10/17-11/21, Thursday, 2:30-4 PM Instructor: Carol Phelps
Budgets are sometimes a dreadful word for many people. However, taking control of your finances by creating a budget that meets your needs can help you meet your goals in life. In this course, you will learn how to create a budget that aligns with your own goals and values. You’ll have an opportunity to reflect on your own money beliefs and how they influence your spending and saving habits. You will walk away with a budget and strategies to help you stick to your budget.
#36785, Online Live, 10/21-11/18, Monday, 6-8 PM Instructor: Julie Kovalaske
#36786, Commercial Ave, 10/22-11/19, Tuesday, 6-8 PM Instructor: Julie Kovalaske
Join us for a transformative journey over four weeks, where we'll explore the art of mindful eating tailored specifically for weight loss. Each session we’ll dive into an essential topic of mindful eating, so you can cultivate a deeper connection with your body and food, paving the way for sustainable weight loss and overall well-being. This is an interactive group coaching course, your participation in class discussions is an essential part of your success! Let’s make mindful eating a simple and easy part of your life!
#36747, Online Live, 10/23-11/13, Wednesday, 5-6 PM Instructor: Mary Okon
A 60-minute group coaching session exploring the transformative concept of the Power of "And," where you don't have to choose or limit yourself. Engage in practical exercises and discussions that illuminate the freedom of embracing multiple possibilities. Discover how this approach allows you to navigate life without constraints, fostering positive shifts and expansive growth. Leave the session with actionable techniques to integrate the Power of "And" into your daily life, empowering you to embrace abundance and possibilities without compromise.
#36748, Online Live, 12/4, Wednesday, 5-6 PM Instructor: Mary Okon

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