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Senior Center Hours:
Open Monday – Friday
Office Hours
9am-3:00pm
Building Hours
8am-4pm
Other hours as scheduled--see
Silver Thread
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Contact:
Mary Pica-Anderson or
Jane Pedersen
Phone:
715.839.4909
We are located at:
1616 Bellinger Street
Eau Claire, WI 54703
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Webmaster
ewelin@cvol.net
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updated: 7/30/10
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Introduction to Digital Camera
Suggested Pre-requisite: Digital Camera Terms(offered as a free Senior Opport at the Center)
Needed Supplies: camera manual, camera, charged batteries, blank/empty memory card
highlighter, note paper,
Date: August 3, 10, 17 , 2010 (3 SESSION CLASS)
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Leader Name: Loretta Lunderville
Fee: Member: $15; Non-Member $22.50
The introduction to Digital Camera class will cover basic camera terminology, using your manual, basic camera usage including batteries, memory cards, basic settings, pre-viewing and deleting photos, and photography tips and tricks.
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Pre-Level One Computer
Date: Tuesday August 3, 10, 17,2010
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Leader Name: Loretta Lunderville
Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $22.50
Take the fear out using a computer. Learn computer terminology, basic usage and components of personal computers and Laptops. This class will prepare the participant for the Level One Computer class offered at the LE Phillips Senior Center.
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Prepare Your Estate Plan**
Date: Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Time 9-10am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Do you know where your assets will go when you die? If not, this seminar will help familiarize you with the basic steps of estate planning, including the function of a will and the different types of trusts. An attorney will be present at this event.
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Water Color Continues
Date: Meet every Thursday throughout the summer
Time: 1-3:30pm
Leader Name: Kris Schreiber
Fee: Member: $1.00; Non-Member: $1.50
Persons having water color skills have a chance to continue their hobby with others aspiring artists. Sign up not necessary; you may join the group at any time.
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Advance Digital Photography
Date: Thursday, August 5, 12, 19, 2010
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Leader Name Vern Barber
Fee:: Member $15.00; Non-Member $22.50
Extend your photo by using advanced camera settings, learn how to improve photo quality, the benefits of proper lighting, skills at creative picture taking, and dark room techniques with the computer.
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Financial Coffee Talk**
Date: Monday, August 9, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name : Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Bring your financial planning questions and have a cup of coffee with Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. He can answer questions on IRA's, Annuities, Life Insurance and investments. Stop by and say hello!
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AARP Driver Safety
Leader Name: Jeanett Scheuermann
Dates: Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Time: 8:00am-12:00pm
Fee: $12.00 AARP member/pay instructor; $14.00 for non-AARP member/ pay instructor
Description: The AARP Driver Safety Program exists to help older drivers update their knowledge and skills, prevent traffic crashes and violations, and maintain mobility and independence. It is a classroom refresher, which covers age-related physical changes, declining perceptual skills, rules of the road, local driving problems, and license renewal requirements. Graduate may receive discounts on auto insurance premiums.
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General Estate Planning & Related Topics**
Date: Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Time 9am
Leader Name: Scott Kissinger, Atty
Fee: None
A discussion on general estate planning issues and considerations, including basic medical assistance planning.
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Tax Free Investing: It’s Not What You Make, It’s What You Keep**
Date: Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Time 9-10am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
It's Not What You Make, It's What You Keep - Join us to learn how certain investments can deliver tax-free income and possibly keep you in a lower tax bracket.
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Financial Coffee Talk**
Date: Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Bring your financial planning questions and have a cup of coffee with Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. He can answer questions on IRA's, Annuities, Life Insurance and investments. Stop by and say hello!
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Book Discussion Sept 1 at 1pm “The Color of Water” by James Mc Bride
Book Discussion for Oct 6 at 1pm “Deception Point” by Dan Brown
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A Review of One’s Life Story
Date: Tuesday & Thursday, September 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 and 30, 2010
Time: 9:30-11am
Leader Name: Co Facilitors: Michael Ritland, Emeritus Prof of Psychology, UW-Stout And Gary Marine, Former School Administrator Western Wisconsin
Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $22.50
In a comfortable atmosphere this class reviews the six dimensions in one’s life journey, including but not limited to physical, occupational, social, thinking process, emotional, and spiritual. A written journal is optional. If desired, for more specific information call Ritland at 715-855-7840. Call the Center, 8394909, to sign up for class.
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Financial Coffee Talk**
Date: Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Bring your financial planning questions and have a cup of coffee with Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. He can answer questions on IRA's, Annuities, Life Insurance and investments. Stop by and say hello!
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Line Dancing for Beginners
Date: Tuesday, September 7, 14, 21, 28, 2010
Time: 2:00-2:45pm
Leader Name: Geraldine Hansen (Punky); Shirley Paulsrud; Jean Guedke
Fee: Member: $14.00; Non-member : $21.00
Line Dancing Lessons with Punky Hanson will begin Tues Sept 7 for 4 wks from 2:00-2:45pm. Learn the basic beginners steps, get some exercise and have fun all at the same time!
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Line Dancing Begin/Intermediate Lessons
Date: Tuesday, September 7, 14, 21, 28, 2010
Time: 3:00-3:45pm
Leader Name: Geraldine Hansen (Punky); Shirley Paulsrud; Jean Guedke
Fee: Member: $14.00; Non-member : $21.00
Line Dancing Lessons with Punky Hanson will begin Tues Sept 7 from 3-3:45pm for 4 weeks. Learn beginning and intermediate basic steps, get some exercise and have fun all at the same time!
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What Can a Computer Do for You?**
Date: Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Time: 9:00-noon
Leader Name: Loretta Lunderville
Fee: None
What CAN you do on a computer?....email, shop, bank, research from medical to recipes, bookeeping, pay bills, read books, listen to music, watch a movie, type and save documents, and more. This FREE 3 hour presentation will give you a glimpse of some of the uses and a basic understanding of computer terms.
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Sheepshead Class
Leader Name: Ron Herkowski
Day: Wednesday, September 8, 15, 22, 29, and October 6, 2010
Time: 9:00-11:00am
Fee: $10m/$15nm
Description: Sheepshead for beginners or persons who want to brush up on the game will be offered starting Sept 8for 5 weeks at 9:30am. Ron Herkowski will teach the class.
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Rumba, Cha Cha, Swing Class
Leader Name: Ron Herkowski
Day: Wednesday, September 8, 15, 22, 29 Oct 6 (5 weeks)
Time: 1-2pm
Fee: Member -$25 single; Nonmember - $37.50 single; Member - $45 couple; Nonmember - $67.50 couple
An introduction and/or review of Rumba, Cha Cha, Swing with (Ronald)(Anthony) Herkowski. Ron was an Arthur Murray Studio instructor in Milwaukee and Eau Claire for over 20 years.
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Explore the Internet
Date: Wednesday, September 8, 15 2010 (changed to a 4 hour class)
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Leader Name: Loretta Lunderville
Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $22.50
A hands-on class that will explore many of the different opportunities that the internet(world wide web-www)provides. You will access the internet for shopping, researching medical information to recipes, finances, finding people and businesses, listening to music, playing games, social networking, and more. Must be reasonably comfortable using the mouse. Suggested that participant have attended the “What a Computer Can Do for You” if possible.
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Pilates
Date: Wednesday, September 8,15,22,29 October 6, 13 2010
Time: 2:15-3:15pm pm
Leader Name Anna King
FYI: Participants will be using mats on the floor for this class and is limited to 15
Fee: Member: $40m; Non-Member $60nm
Pilates has a strong focus on the abdominal muscles to ensure that the spine is properly supported. Pilates increases our awareness of all muscle groups, relieving the strain on those that are often overused. Participants will be using mats on the floor for this class and is limited to 15.
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2010 Fall CVLIR
Coordinators:
Meg Marshall 715-835-1733
Jim Urness 715-832-5670
Mike O’Halloran: 715-835-2388
Sept 9 1-2pm Preparing Your Lawn and Garden for Winter
Coordinator: Meg Marshall
Sept 15 1:30-3:00pm Home Design Ideas for Ease of Living
Coordinator: Meg Marshall
Sept 21 10-11:30am The Sale of Human Lives
Coordinator: Meg Marshall
Oct 1 2-3pm From Glaciers to Dams: A History of the Lower Chippewa River
Coordinator: Meg Marshall
Oct 13 10-11:30 China: Opportunity or Threat
Coordinator: Jim Urness
Oct 27 10-11:30am and Nov 3 1-2pm Actively Aging
Coordinator: Mike O’Halloran
Oct 28 1-2:30pm Bird Photos from Around the World
Coordinator: Mike O’Halloran
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Window Treatments**
Date: Friday, September 10, 2010
Time 9-10am
Leader Name : Jennifer Lonsdorf, Decorating Consultant, JC Penney
Fee: None
Join us to find out the new trends in window treatments, and to hear about creative solutions for problem windows. Question and Answer time will be provided.
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Viewing/Saving Digital Photos on a Computer
Leader Names: Clara Whooley/Don Ballageer
Pre-requisites: Introduction to the Digital Camera-course #1; Basic Word Processing Skills
Items needed: Camera Manual, Camera with batteries charged, stored pictures, cable to connect to computer (or card reader for memory card), storage device (CD, Flash drive...)
Date: Monday, September 13 and 20, and Friday, September 24, 2010
Time 9:30-11:30a.m.
Fee: Member: $15; Non-Member $22.50
Viewing/Saving Digital Photos on a Computer will cover how to transfer/copy camera images to plugging into the computer and by inserting the memory card into the computer. You will learn to view, rotate, name, and delete images on the computer; as well as create and organize file folders and how to transfer or make back up copies to an external source. Call Center for Pre-requisites and Supply list.
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Medicare Reform**
Date: Monday, September 13, 2010
Time Noon
Leader Name: Billy Feitlinger, WI Alliance for Retire Am.
Fee: None
Billy Feitlinger, Executive Director from the Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans will speak about strengthening and protecting Social Security for current and future generations. He will also discuss what positive changes have occurred with Medicare reform legislation for seniors.
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Beginning Spanish
Date: Monday & Wednesday, September 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, October 4-6 2010
Time: 1-3pm
Leader Name: Teresa Corrion
Fee: Member $32; Non-Member $48
This basic course is designed for students with little or no background in the language.
We will work on basic vocabulary, basic grammar, practice basic conversation simple dialogs, and listening comprehension skills, as well as cultural aspects of Spanish speaking countries. The instructor, Teresa Carrion-Valenzuela, is a native Spanish speaker.
Recommended purchase: Spanish in 10 Minutes a Day, by K. Kershul, Bilingual Books, Inc.
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General Estate Planning & Related Topics**
Date: Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Time 9am
Leader Name: Scott Kissinger, Atty
Fee: None
A discussion on general estate planning issues and considerations, including basic medical assistance planning.
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Funeral Planning**
Date: Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Time: 1:00-2:30pm
Leader Name: Brad Linn, Lenmark Gomsrud Linn Funeral and Cremation Services
Fee: None
Funeral Planning, a death has occurred in our family, what do we do now? Brad Linn of Lenmark Gomsrud Linn Funeral and Cremation Services will address this topic and be available for questions.
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Intermediate Spanish
Date: T&Th September 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, October 5 & 7, 2010
Time: 1-3pm
Leader Name Teresa Carrion-Valenzuela
Required Purchase:` Madrigal’s Magic Key to Spanish: A Creative and Proven Approach (Paperback)
Fee: Member $32.00 (16 hour class); Non-Member $48.00
This course is for participants who have successfully completed the Basic Spanish Course at LE Phillips Center, or has successfully passed the required Spanish Placement Test at the Center’s office. The aim of this class is to prepare participants to transition to Conversational Spanish. The class will focus on advanced grammar practice, speaking skills and listening comprehension skills. The required text is Madrigal's Magic Key to Spanish. The instructor is Teresa Carrion-Valenzuela.
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Exercises for Bladder Control**
Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Time 9am
Leader Name : Stephanie Powell, PT Luther Midelfort
Fee: None
Recognize the signs and symptoms of urinary incontinence. Understand its causes and learn exercises for prevention and treatment.
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Smart Choices in Retirement**
Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Time 9am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
When you retire, you probably want to maintain your current standard of living - or maybe even improve it. Get a good look at how to work toward achieving a stable, steady income so you can do just that. Learn 10 key principles that can help keep you on the right track and help make sure your money lasts throughout retirement.
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Household Repairs Anyone Can Do**
Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Time: 1pm
Leader Name : Larry Lyons
Fee: None
Handy Man, Larry Lyons, a local retired contractor will answer your home repair questions.
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Beading 101
Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Leader Name: Judy Harting
Fee: Member $6; Non-Member $9
In the Beading 101 you will have the opportunity to design and make a bead bracelet for yourself and also to learn to make necklaces and earrings. Materials will be provided.
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Navigating Through the Obstacles of Life**
Date: Friday, September 17, 2010
Time: 10am
Leader Name: Father Lawrence Dunklee; Mary Ellen Bliss
Fee: None
Sometimes life can feel like one big obstacle course. We’re traveling along fine, and then all of a sudden are met with a detour or road block that we hadn’t expected. How do we handle these challenges? Do we see them as positive possibilities or irritating setbacks? Join Father Larry Dunklee as he shares some wonderful insights from his own personal experiences to entertain and enlighten you.
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Techie Stuff: What is this?**
Date: Friday, September 17 , 2010
Time 1pm
Leader Name : Bryan Bessa
Fee: None
Technology continues to move at a pace that we can't always keep up with; luckily you don't have to. Your friends at Best Buy will bring you all the "need to know" information about technology without the geeky jargon. Our sales experts and Geek Squad agents are here to keep you informed and connected with what's hot in the ever changing world of technology.
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Financial Coffee Talk**
Date: Monday, September 20, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Bring your financial planning questions and have a cup of coffee with Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. He can answer questions on IRA's, Annuities, Life Insurance and investments. Stop by and say hello!
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EBay Buying and Selling
Date: Monday, September 20, 27, October 4, 11 2010
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Leader Name: Rick Walters/Cheryl Corbin
Fee: Member: $20; Non-Member $30
Learn how to buy or sell on E-bay and do it safely. Pre-requisites for class are basic computer skills, some experience with Internet, and to set up an email account. Rick Walters, North High School and Cheryl Corbin will be co-instructors.
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Book Signing: Fact or Fool**
Date: Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Time 1-4pm
Leader Name : Rosemary Hover-Everson, Author
Fee: None
FACT OR FOOL, by Rosemary Hover-Everson, is based on a friendship between a college journalist, Maggie Benson, and a college law student, Rye Bennett, who live in Chicago, Illinois. Their lives are turned upside down when they become involved in a head-on-collision. One day when Maggie is on a mission she meets a homeless teenager, Carina Fielding. Carina is sheltered by Maggie and Rye's friendship and love. Meet the author and have it personally signed.
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Focusing on Cataracts**
Date: Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name: Dr Joseph Dolan, Luther Midelfort Optomitrist
Fee: None
Luther Midelfort Eye Care Center physician Dr. Joseph Dolan will talk about signs, symptoms and treatments for cataracts.
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Brain Fitness
Date: Wednesday, September 22, 29, October 6,13,20,27, November 3,10,17,24 2010
Time: 1-2pm
Leader Name: Susan Mc Nally
Brain Fitness is a state-wide program designed to keep the memory alive and well. Exercises and group activities are designed for memory maintenance and memory enhancement.
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EBay Class
Date: Wednesday, September 22, 29, and October 6, 2010
Time: 1:30-3pm
Leader Name: Cheryl Corbin
Fee: Member: $20; Non-Member $30
EBay Class will be start Sept 22 from 1:30-3:00pm for 3 weeks. Learn how to buy or sell on E-bay and do it safely. Pre-requisites for class are basic computer skills, some experience with Internet, and a willingness to set up an email account.
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Stalag WI, Inside WWII Prisoner of War Camps**
Date: Thursday, September 23
Time: 9:30 AM
Leader Name : Betty Cowley
Fee: None
Betty Cowley, author of Stalag WI, Inside WWII Prisoner Camps, will discuss her reseach and findings about the 38 camps around WI housing captured German and Japanese soldiers. Her Power Point slide show includes many of the only known photos of these POWs
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Before Buying A Digital Camera**
Date: Monday, September 27, 2010
Time 9-10:15am
Leader Name: Loretta Lunderville
Fee: None
The presentation will offer tips to help you make a more informed decision when purchasing a digital camera.
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Digital Camera Terms**
Date: Monday, September 27, 2010
Time 10:30-noon
Leader Name: Loretta Lunderville
Fee: None
Digital Camera Terms will explain some digital camera terms to help make your camera usage easier. If you have a digital camera manual for your camera, please bring it with you.
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Pre-Level One Computer
Date: Monday, September 27, October 4, 11,2010
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Leader Name: Loretta Lunderville
Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $22.50
Take the fear out using a computer. Learn computer terminology, basic usage and components of personal computers and Laptops. This class will prepare the participant for the Level One Computer class offered at the LE Phillips Senior Center.
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Know Your Employer Retirement Plan Options**
Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Time 9-10am
Leader Name : Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
This presentation will help you determine what to do with assets in your employer-sponsored retirement plan.
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Introduction to Digital Camera
Suggested Pre-requisite: Digital Camera Terms(offered as a free Senior Opport at the Center)
Needed Supplies: camera manual, camera, charged batteries, blank/empty memory card highlighter, note paper
Date: October 4, 11, 18, 2010 (3 SESSION CLASS)
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Leader Name Loretta Lunderville
Fee: Member: $15; Non-Member $22.50
The introduction to Digital Camera class will cover basic camera terminology, using your manual, basic camera usage including batteries, memory cards, basic settings, pre-viewing and deleting photos, and photography tips and tricks.
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WORD 2003 for Beginners
Date: Monday, October 4, 11, 18, 25, 2010
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Leader Name Elaine Welin
Fee: Member $20m; Non-Member $30
Word 2003 for Beginners will cover such things as creating documents, creating newsletters, learning how to use templates, setting margins, changing fonts, naming and savings documents, creating tables, inserting and editing images, using Spell Check and Thesaurus, and much more. Prerequisite for class is basic keyboarding skills.
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Securing Your Computer for Internet Use
Date: Monday, October 4 & 11, 2010
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Leader Name: Rick Walters
Fee: Member: $10; Non-Member $15
Securing Your Computer for Internet Use will start Monday Oct 4 at 5:30pm for 2 weeks. Class will cover antivirus and spyware installation and use, Window XP Update installation and using Service Pack 2 and Internet Explore 7.0, tweaking the control panel, and Internet Explore 7.0 security adjustments. This class is most applicable for Windows XP and Vista.
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Financial Coffee Talk**
Date: Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Bring your financial planning questions and have a cup of coffee with Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. He can answer questions on IRA's, Annuities, Life Insurance and investments. Stop by and say hello!
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Line Dancing for Beginners
Date: Tuesday, October 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010
Time: 2:00-2:45pm
Leader Name: Geraldine Hansen (Punky); Shirley Paulsrud; Jean Guedke
Fee: Member: $14.00; Non-member : $21.00
Line Dancing Lessons with Punky Hanson will begin Tues Oct 5 for 4 wks from 2:00-2:45pm. Learn the basic beginner steps, get some exercise and have fun all at the same time!
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Line Dancing Begin/Intermediate Lessons
Date: Tuesday, October 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010
Time: 3:00-3:45pm
Leader Name: Geraldine Hansen (Punky); Shirley Paulsrud; Jean Guedke
Fee: Member: $14.00; Non-member : $21.00
Line Dancing Lessons with Punky Hanson will begin Tues Oct 5 from 3-3:45pm for 4 weeks. Learn beginning and intermediate basic steps, get some exercise and have fun all at the same time!
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Make a Market Basket
Supply List available in Office
Date: Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Time: Noon to 4pm
Leader Name: Kathy Prentice, Local artist
Fee: Member $12.00; Non-Member $18.00
Make a 5 x 15 in market basket with a 10 in handle from the bottom of the basket to the top of handle. Persons may choose to decorate their basket with tulips or a color band(s). Please ask for a supply list from the Office.
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Mah Jongg Class
Date: Thursday, October 7 and October 14, 2010
Time: 9-11:00am
Leader Name Helen Knight
Fee: Member $7.00; Non-Member $10.50
Mah Jongg Class is a 2 week class to introduce you to this mind-stimulating game that uses Chinese symbols.
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Book Preview: The Spirit Within, Cooking with Fermented and Distilled Beverages**
Date: Thursday, October 7, 2010
Time: 10:30-11:30am
Leader Name :
Fee: None
Recipe for Fun-Mix Karen Burrell with healthy, mature adults. Spread with laughter. Serves 30. Introducing the The Spirit Within, Cooking with Fermented and Distilled Beverages.
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Beginning Watercolor
Date: October 7, 2010 through November 18, 2010 (6 weeks); skip November 11
Time: 1:30-3:30PM
Leader: Judy Proet
Fee: Member: $20; Non-Member: $30
Beginning Watercolors If you have never painted in watercolor and have always wanted to learn how…..this is your chance! The very basics of this art medium will be explored and beautiful creations will happen. Come and experience a new adventure in art and have fun while making new friends.
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Geneaology on the Computer
Date: Friday, October 8 for 7 weeks 2010
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Leader Name: Dick Buck
Fee: Member $25; Non-Member $32.50
Genealogy on the Computer will begin Friday, October 8 at 9:30 for 7 weeks and will be taught by Dick Buck. You will learn to how to enter genealogical data into a computer that will organize your information and print charts, records, and lists. This class will not teach how to find ancestors on a computer. A more detailed description is available at the office. This class will be valuable to persons who have completed “Finding Your Ancestors” at the Center. Must attend FIRST class and have a basic computer skills.
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General Estate Planning & Related Topics**
Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Time 9am
Leader Name: Scott Kissinger, Atty
Fee: None
A discussion on general estate planning issues and considerations, including basic medical assistance planning.
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Landscape Quilting Class
Date: Tuesday, October 12 9:30-11:30am and Tuesday, October 19 9:30-3:30pm
Time:
Leader Name Linda Evans,
Fee: Member $10; Non-Member $15
Landscape quilting is a combination of appliqué, sewing, quilting, painting, and anything else you want to add to your quilt. The quilt can be as simple as a small floral wall hanging or as complex as a large landscape theme. First class, 2 hours will instruct on the process and the second session will be 6 hours to do your project. You will be expected to purchase your own supplies before the second session. Sample will be on display during Sept at the Center.
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Tax-Free Investing, It’s not What You Make, It’s What You Keep**
Date: Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Time: 9am-10am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Presentation discusses the features, benefits, tax law implications, and three ways to purchase municipal bonds.
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AARP Driver Safety
Leader Name Jeanett Scheuermann
Dates: Friday, October 15, 2010
Time: 8:00am-12:00pm
Fee: $12.00 AARP member/pay instructor; $14.00 for non-AARP member/ pay instructor
Description: The AARP Driver Safety Program exists to help older drivers update their knowledge and skills, prevent traffic crashes and violations, and maintain mobility and independence. It is a classroom refresher, which covers age-related physical changes, declining perceptual skills, rules of the road, local driving problems, and license renewal requirements. Graduate may receive discounts on auto insurance premiums.
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Financial Coffee Talk**
Date: Monday, October 18, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Bring your financial planning questions and have a cup of coffee with Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. He can answer questions on IRA's, Annuities, Life Insurance and investments. Stop by and say hello!
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The Humanist Alternative
Date: Mondays, October 18, 25 and November 1, 2010
Time: 9:30-11am
Leader Name Will Gertner, retired professor UWEC Religious StudiesRoom
Fee: Member $5; Non-Member $7.50
This class reviews Humanism’s creed that Man-is-the-measure-of-all-things. It focuses on our values, capabilities, and achievements while side-stepping the role of religion as our sole source of meaning in life. We'll discuss its provocative ideas.
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Common Foot Problems & Solutions**
Date: Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Time 9:30am
Leader Name : Dr Patrick Roberts
Fee: None
"Common Foot Problems...And Their Solutions." Luther Midelfort podiatrist Dr. Patrick Roberts will discuss common foot problems found in older adults and their treatment options. A question-and-answer period will follow.
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Advance Ebay Selling
Date: Monday, October 25, November 1,8, 15 2010
Time: 4-5pm
Leader Name: Rick Walter/Cheryl Corbin
Fee: Member: $20; Non-Member $30
Advanced Ebay Selling will be offered Monday, starting Oct 25 at 5:30-6:30pm for 4 weeks. If you have experience selling on EBay or have attended “EBay Buying and Selling” at our Center which includes the pre-requisites as having basic computer skills, some experience with Internet, and have set up an email account and want to continue learning or practicing this class is designed to help you. Rick Walters, North High School and Cheryl Corbin will be co-instructors.
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A Woman’s Guide to Money Matters**
Date: Wednesday, October 27
Time: 9am-10am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Discusses preparing for retirement and paying for children's education from a woman's point of view.
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Lung Testing**
Date: Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Time: 11am – 1pm
Leader Name: Carol Rudd, Respiratory Therapist
Fee: None
Lung Testing, Back by popular demand testing will take place on Oct 27 from 11am-1pm. Sacred Heart's Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program is pleased to offer a simple breathing test that tells you how well your lungs are working. The test which takes less than 5 minutes has one blow into a device that records your lung numbers. Learn tips to improve your breathing and your life. Walk-in Welcome, sign up is not necessary.
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Polar Bears**
Date: Friday, October 29, 2010
Time: 9:30am
Leader Name: Dr. Joseph Motto
Fee: None
Enjoy a slide show of the Polar Bears of Churchill, Manitoba from the travels of Dr. Joseph Motto
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Facebook
Date: Monday, November 1 & 8, 2010
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Leader Name: Elaine Welin
Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $22.50
Facebook: Learn how to use Facebook—a social networking site—that allows users to connect and share information with family and friends and others with similar interests. Basic knowledge of using the Internet is suggested for this class.
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Making “Fun” Images with Your Digital Photos
Need Keyboarding Skills
Date: Monday, November 1 & 8, 2010
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Leader Name: Elaine Welin
Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $22.50
Using your own digital photos, you will learn some fun ways to enhance, add effects, animate, retouch, and other basic editing features while being introduced to some helpful sites. Bring your own digital images or use the ones we have and an external drive to save your ‘fun’ photos to.
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Financial Coffee Talk**
Date: Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Bring your financial planning questions and have a cup of coffee with Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. He can answer questions on IRA's, Annuities, Life Insurance and investments. Stop by and say hello!
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Annuities and Retirement**
Date: Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Time: 9am-10am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
This seminar will help people better understand the basics of annuities.
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Financial Coffee Talk**
Date: Monday, November 15, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: NoneBring your financial planning questions and have a cup of coffee with Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. He can answer questions on IRA's, Annuities, Life Insurance and investments. Stop by and say hello!
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GERD: Current Concepts**
Date: Thursday, November 18, 2010
Time 11:45am
Leader Name : Dr Jim Zighelboim, Gastroenterologist, Luther Midelfort
Fee: None
Learn the latest developments in gastroesophageal reflux disease.
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Skype**
Date: Thursday, November 18, 2010
Time: 5pm
Leader Name: Elaine Welin and Marge Fortun
Fee: None
Skype allows users to make video calls to other users within the Skype service for free. Skype allows users to communicate by both voice and video. Skype also has become popular for its instant messaging feature. See Skype being used through a 'live' demonstration. Feel free to bring your laptop with WiFi and we can help you download Skype.
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Roth IRA’s, Retirement Can be Less Taxing**
Date: Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Time: 9am-10am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
This presentation will cover the differences between traditional and Roth IRAs, new tax law changes, the benefits of converting to a Roth IRA and related tax consequences.
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Financial Coffee Talk**
Date: Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Bring your financial planning questions and have a cup of coffee with Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. He can answer questions on IRA's, Annuities, Life Insurance and investments. Stop by and say hello!
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EBay Buying and Selling
Date: Monday, December 6, 13 (4-5pm), 20 (4-6pm) 2010
Time: see above
Leader Name: Rick Walters/Cheryl Corbin
Fee: Member: $20; Non-Member $30
Learn how to buy or sell on E-bay and do it safely. Pre-requisites for class are basic computer skills, some experience with Internet, and to set up an email account. Rick Walters, North High School and Cheryl Corbin will be co-instructors.
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Preparing Your Estate Plan**
Date: Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Time: 9am-10am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
This presentation shows the basic steps of estate planning.
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Financial Coffee Talk**
Date: Monday, December 13, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name : Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Bring your financial planning questions and have a cup of coffee with Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. He can answer questions on IRA's, Annuities, Life Insurance and investments. Stop by and say hello!
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Household Repairs Than Anyone Can Do Q&A Session**
Date: Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Time: 1pm
Leader Name : Larry Lyons
Fee: None
Handy Man, Larry Lyons, a local retired contractor will answer your home repair questions.
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Family Matters with Long Term Care**
Date: Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Time: 9am-10am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
This presentation discusses funding options for long-term care and how long-term care insurance can help preserve assets.
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Financial Coffee Talk**
Date: Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Time 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name: Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Fee: None
Bring your financial planning questions and have a cup of coffee with Andy Cooper, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. He can answer questions on IRA's, Annuities, Life Insurance and investments. Stop by and say hello!
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Religions That Run the World
Date: Mondays, May 2,9, 16, 23, June 6, 13, 20, 27, 2011
Time: 9:30-10:30am
Leader Name: Will Gertner
Fee: Member $10; Non-Member $15
A discussion of the eight major religions of the world with the help of Stephen Prothero’s newest book, God Is Not One. He says, "Even if religion makes no sense to you, you need to make sense of religion to make sense of your world." Let's give it a try.
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