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ACT Test Prep Course
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This test prep course is a fast-paced test review designed to help college-bound
students test nearer to their ability level on reasoning tests such
as ACT and SAT. The course will assist students in identifying and
addressing obstacles to optimum performance, including starting
too late, incorrect or no information about the test, fear, fatigue,
perfectionism, and/or lack of experience at solving counterintuitive
problems. This common sense approach to improving scores includes
helpful hints on test-taking such as subject matter connection,
time management tips, and ways to build confidence. Students will
be allowed two 15 minute breaks and an hour for lunch.
Cost:
$70 per class; offered two different times:
Session
I: Sat.,
Jan. 31, 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; 1 class meeting.
Session
II: Sat., March 28, 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; 1 class meeting.
Instructor: Leonard H. Blanton
Adoption: Is It Right for You?
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This
course will help singles and couples who are considering adoption
decide whether it is right for them.
The class will cover public and private agency adoptions, international
adoptions, and private adoptions, with a view to answering questions
about each option. Additionally, the course will prepare students
for the home study process and instruct them on what to expect
once they receive a child. The instructor is the co-author of two
books on adoption, Basics of Adoption and Adoptive and Foster Parent
Screening.
Cost: $100 for singles, $175 for couples; Thurs., Jan. 29-Feb.
19, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; 4 wks.
Instructor: James
L. Dickerson
Advanced
Writing and Selling Short Stories
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This
follow-up course in how to write short fiction and get it published
is intended
for writers who have already completed the introductory course,
Writing and Selling Short Stories. The class will cover
advanced writing and marketing techniques, narrative structure,
and the analysis
of both literary and commercial short fiction. The overall course
goalsare to submit a previously written short story to a publication
and to create and submit another by the end of the class.
Please
note: Prerequisites for this class are bringing a completed
or nearly-completed
short story to the first class session, and having completed "Writing
and Selling Short Stories."
Cost:
$100; Tues., Jan. 27-March 10, 7:00-9:00 p.m.;
7 weeks.
Instructor: John Floyd
American
Tribal Style Dance
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In
this exciting new class, the instructor will focus on Cue Based
Choreography. American Tribal Style dance finds its roots in
the flokloric dances of the Middle East, North Africa and Spanish
Flamenco. It is an ethnic fusion of these dance forms inspired
by American artistic sensibilities. The dancers perform as a
tribe using group improvisational format. This style uses simple
steps and gestures in a repetitive fashion, building on music
and the interaction between the dancers. The costuming and the
visual presentation incorporate influences from around the world
creating a rich, high-impact experience.
Cost:
$100; Thurs., Jan. 29-March 5, 5:00-6:00 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Kristina
Kelley
Antiques
for Dummies: Gaining Confidence Selecting Antiques
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This
new class will help you conquer your fears and give you a better
understanding of any timeless piece. Gain the knowledge to talk
intelligently, acquire or even sell antiques. Learn about the
different periods, contruction, and regions of origin. Your confidence
will blossom! This
class will be held at Antique Shops of Jackson on I-55 North
Frontage Road; directions will be sent with your
confirmation.
Cost:
$65; Tues., Feb. 3-17, 6:00-7:30 p.m.; 3 weeks.
Instructor: Pam Anglin
Backyard
Astronomy
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Astronomy
is one of the most challenging, beautiful, and rewarding hobbies!
This is your chance to learn about the subject in nonpressured,
instructor-led meetings and through "hands-on" experience. This
intro class surveys some of the simpler concepts of astronomy,
then focuses on what can be observed, the tools used, types of
observation specialties available, and the strategies for a
successful observing session. Resources are identified to continue
the learning process and for help along the way. If time allows,
a field trip is planned toward the end of the course.
Cost:
$100; Thurs., Jan. 29-Feb. 26, 7:00-9:00 p.m.; 5 weeks.
Instructor: Jim
Waltman
Basic
Drawing
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Beginning
as well as more advanced students will enjoy this drawing course. Come
be creative and enjoy learning basic drawing principles, design,
and composition. In
this drawing class, you will broaden your creative and technical
abilities by drawing several different still life compositions
and landscape designs, or even by copying a favorite photograph.
Please note: A list of supplies needed for the course will be
provided upon registration.
Cost:
$95 (plus supplies); Mon., Jan. 26-March 2, 6:00-8:00
p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Laurel Schoolar
To view some
of Laurel Schoolar's work, click here.
Basics
of Investing: The Stock Market, Mutual Funds and Bonds
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Learn
about ways to grow financially. Mark will attempt to demystify
stocks, bonds, annuities, mutual funds, options,
timing,
markets, taxation, tax shelters, and qualified plans. Using the
internet for research and investing and point and figure stock
charting
will also be covered.
Please
note: The material presented in this course is intended to inform
but not to advise.
Cost:
$70; Mon., Jan. 26-Feb. 23, 6:00-7:30 p.m.; 5 weeks.
Instructor: Mark Maxwell
Basics
of Portrait Drawing
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This
class will create a fun atmosphere that allows students to learn
the basic techniques for drawing
faces. With the instruction and help of the teacher, students will
draw
a facial portrait of their favorite friend or loved one and complete
the portrait by the end of the six week program!
Please
note: A supply list will be mailed upon registration.
Cost:
$90 (plus supplies); Tues., Jan. 27-March 3, 6:00-7:30 p.m.;
6 weeks.
Instructor: Keisi D.V. Ward
Beginning
Guitar
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You
can learn to play the guitar! Its simplicity has made it one of the
world's most popular musical instruments. In contrast to "concert
classical guitar", which may take a lifetime to master,
simple "chord" strumming can be learned in just a few
weeks. If you are interested primarily in learning to play
casual "living room/campfire" guitar, all you need is
a guitar, the desire to learn, and a little practice. This
course will teach the basic skills of guitar accompaniment: the
most common major, minor, and 7th chords, various strumming patterns,
chord groupings, and a representative selection of folk songs. (Reading
will not be taught in this course.)
Please
note: A materials fee of $12 will be required and is payable to
the instructor the first night of class.
Cost:
$70 (plus guitar and materials fee); Mon., Jan. 26-Feb. 16,
7:00-8:30 p.m.; 4 weeks.
Instructor: Sherman
Lee Dillon - To view Sherman Lee Dillon's website, click here.
Beginning Harmonica
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Screaming
guitars, hi-tech keyboards, digital drums...and then there is
the harmonica. Amazingly simple but the harmonica still
holds its own with the best of them. Whether it's Stephen
Foster, Gene Autry, bluegrass, blues, or rock 'n' roll, the
harmonica is unsurpassed
in its ability to inject pure clarity, raw energy, and honest familiarity
into the music. Still, its simplicity puts it in the grasp
of nearly everyone's ability. This
course attempts to make the harmonica user-friendly with some
explanations
designed to demystify the instrument. We will learn to
play a little Stephen Foster, a little cowboy music, a little
country
music, and a little blues. Within the context of these selections,many
of the various techniques of playing will be explored.
Please
note: A 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C (Marine Band
Type) is required; a tape recorder is optional but is recommended.
Cost:
$65 (plus harmonica); Tues., Jan. 27-Feb. 17, 7:00-8:00
p.m.; 4 weeks.
Instructor: Sherman
Lee Dillon - To view
Sherman Lee Dillon's website, click here.
Beginning
Photography
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This
is THE photography class for beginners. You will learn how to
operate your camera and compose better photographs. We will cover
all of the basic principles of photography in this three evening
course. Topics will include exposure (F-stop, Shutter Speed,
ISO), camera controls, basic composition, lighting, picking
the right equipment, and more. This class will be held at Ron
Blaylock's new studio in Ridgeland; directions will be mailed
with confirmations.
Cost:
$155; Mon., Jan. 26-Feb. 23, 7:00-8:30
p.m., 4 class meetings.
Instructor: Ron
Blaylock
Belly
Dance for Fitness
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Are you bored
with aerobics? Is pilates no longer fun? Or, are you just looking
for a new, effective workout? Belly dance is more than a sensuous
dance; it’s an excellent form of exercise. You’ll
have so much fun dancing that you will hardly realize the great
workout you’re getting! Also, women of every age, size
and shape will have the opportunity to learn a complete belly
dance routine suitable for performance in an optional recital!
Hear what some of Janice’s students say about her classes: “Exercise
that makes me feel good about my body”; “My co-workers
noticed that I lost inches”, “The dancing and exercise
were great!”; “Fun!”
Cost:
$100; Mon., Jan. 26-March 2, 6:30-7:20 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Janice
Jordan
BodyForm
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This is a unique
exercise program that is performed utilizing proper positioning
to isolate specific muscle groups and then using tiny, precise,
yet powerful movements to tighten and reshape your body while
increasing strength, flexibility, body awareness, and proper
body alignment. this program stresses correct form while utilizing
dumbbells, resistance bands, resistance balls, floor mats, and
ballet barres to sculpt the body in rapid fashion. Each muscle
group is warmed, worked and then stretched to ensure total body
health increasing strength, flexibility and endurance. And, because
this method involves deep muscle work, you won't experience the
bouncing and jarring found in high-impact activities, such as
aerobics or jogging. This means students exercise safely and
virtually injury-free. Men and women of all ages and fitness
levels can benefit from this class. Modifications will be shown
throughout the class for beginner, intermediate, advanced and/or
anyone with limitations of any kind.
Cost:
$140; Mon. and Wed., March 9-April 15, 6:15-7:30 p.m.; 12 class meetings.
Instructor: Sally
Holly
Calligraphy
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Learn
everything you need to know to become skilled in calligraphy.
In this class, you will get lots of individual attention and
step-by-step instructions. Using the beginner's broad-edged pen
as your instrument, you will reproduce the Italic handwriting
of the Renaissance and delight friends and colleagues with your
own unique invitations, envelopes, poems and gifts. Calligraphy
can also be a lucrative source of income. Don't miss this chance
to add some creative style to cards letters and certificates!
Please
note: The instructor will have the textbook and supplies
needed for the course at the first class meeting; cost will
be $25 per person (payable to the instructor).
Cost:
$100 (plus $25 supply fee); Tues., Jan. 27-March 10 (skipping
the week of Feb. 10), 6:00-7:30 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Betsy
Greener
Caring
for Aging Parents
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This
course is aimed at people with aging family members. The class
will feature a number of guest speakers who will address planning,
coping and caregiver issues, including legal, advanced directives,
crisis prevention and other strategies for dealing with problems
of advanced age.
Cost:
$100; Thurs., Jan. 29-March 5, 6:00-7:00 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Lee Corlew
Designing
Web Pages
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This
one day workshop is designed to give you the skills necessary
to create an effective web page. The class has two objectives.
The first is to help you learn the art of creating web pages
using several tools, including HTML, JavaScript, FrontPage, and
DreamWeaver. And the second purpose is to help you critique web
pages for effectiveness from a business perspective.
Please
note: 0.6 CEU for teachers is available for full attendance
at this class. An additional $10 will be charged for the
CEU certificate.
Cost:
$199; Sat., Jan. 31, 8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. (with two breaks
and an hour for lunch on your own); 1 day workshop.
Instructor: Dr. Ajay
Aggarwal
Developing
Affordable Real Estate
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This
introduction to real estate development focuses on site selection,
creative financing, leveraging resources, and becoming a for-profit
or nonprofit developer. Multi-family and single-family housing
development and the risk-rewards between rehab versus new construction
will be discussed. Development costs and cash flow analysis will
also be introduced and key speakers will be featured throughout
the class.
Please
note: The material presented in this course is intended to inform
but not to advise.
Cost:
$140; Thurs., Feb. 5-March 5, 6:00-8:00 p.m.; 5 weeks.
Instructor: David
Hancock, MSP
Digital
Photography
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Learn
how to make the transition from film to digital photography.
In this class, we will explore the differences and similarities
between film and digital formats and discuss file types
(jpeg,tiff, RAW), and how to get a handle on that new
digital camera. Downloading, storage, and printing of
digital images will also be covered. The instructor will
talk about topics like white balance, sharpening, and
digital manipulation with the computer. If you are thinking
about making the transition to digital, take this class before you
buy a digital camera. This course will be held at Blaylock
Fine Art Studio in Ridgeland; directions will be mailed
with confirmations.
Cost:
$120; Thurs., Jan. 29-Feb. 19 (skipping the night of
Feb. 5), 7:00-8:30 p.m.; 3 class meetings.
Instructor: Ron
Blaylock
Ecology
of the Mind
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In
this class, we will be looking at our own minds. What goes
into our mind? What comes out of our mind? We learn powerful
tools like mindfulness meditation to gain insight into
mind processes. The whole point of the six week course
is to improve the ecology of that precious small landscape
between our ears.
Cost:
$90; Mon., Jan. 26-March 2, 6:30-8:00 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructors: Luke
and Charlotte Lundemo
Effective
Grant Writing
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This
course will teach students how to effectively write
grant proposals that will increase their funding
success rate. The instructor will take participants
step-by-step through the five major components of
any grant proposal. Students will learn how to correctly
utilize national, state, and local level statistics
to define the project's problem; write measurable
goals and objectives that address today's increased
emphasis on outcomes; conceptualize that project's
methodology; prepare a basic evaluation plan for
the project; and write effective grant budgets and
budget
narratives. This course will prepare participants
for writing the most challenging of all grant proposals
- federal grant proposals.
Please
note: There will be a $25 materials fee payable
to the instructor at the first class meeting.
Cost:
$100 (plus $25 materials fee); Tues., Jan. 27-Feb.
17, 6:00-8:30 p.m.; 4 weeks.
Instructor: Kenneth
Wheatley
Efficiency
with Excel
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Which
tool do business managers use more than any other? It's
EXCEL! EXCEL is more than just a spreadsheet. It is a tool
for modeling almost any type of quantitative data. Come
learn some simple tricks that will phenomenally boost your
efficiency! The course will meet in the computer lab and
you will have access to a pc for the duration of the course.
Cost:
$199; Mon., Jan. 26-Feb. 16, 6:00-8:00 p.m.; 4
weeks.
Instructor: Dr.
Ajay Aggarwal
Exploring
Kitchen and Bath Design
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This
class will offer useful and insightful information for
people who are building a new home or remodeling their
present dwelling. Participants will earn basic information
about space planning, products, finishes, and where to
get professional help. They will be shown how to create
a realistic budget and learn the differences in materials
used on each project. This is an opportunity to become
familiar with the building processes without feeling intimidated
or overwhelmed.
Please
note: There will be a $15 materials fee payable to
the instructor at the first class meeting.
Cost:
$150; Mon., Jan. 26-March 2, 6:00-8:00 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Ann
Daniel
Feng
Shui the Southern Way
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Far
East meets Deep South in this class. Mississippi is known
as the hospitality state far and wide, but the addition
of a few interesting concepts from an ancient and revered
design principle can add a new level of comfort and put
a unique twist on your home. In this workshop, participants
will be introduced to elementary principles of the art
of feng shui and then merge those principles with down
home charm. Areas to be explored are clutter control, furniture
placement, lighting, color choices, and the way energy
moves through your house.
Cost:
$75; Sat., Jan. 31, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. with an hour
break for lunch.
Instructor: Ann Daniel
Fine
Silver Jewelry Making with Precious Metal Clay I - PMC
and Chain Making
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Learn
to create fine silver jewelry pieces using Precious Metal Clay
(PMC). When fired, this unique substance creates one-of-a-kind
fine silver jewelry. Students will create a PMC station
that will be incorporated into a chain bracelet. Basic
PMC and chain making techniques will be taught. No experience
is necessary, and the possibilities are endless. Seating
is limited.
Please
note: There will be an $85 materials fee payable to the instructor.
$42.50 (half) of this materials fee (payable to Ms.
Tarbutton) must be sent with the registration, and
the rest is payable to the instructor at the first
class. The supply fee is nonrefundable if you withdraw
after January 16. This fee includes all supplies and
the use of the instructor's tools. This class will
be held at the instructor's studio in Brandon; a map
will be mailed upon registration. Students should bring
a sack lunch.
Cost:
$85 (plus $85 materials fee); Sat., Jan. 31;
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; (Bring a sack lunch.) 1 class meeting.
Instructor: Laura
Tarbutton
Fine
Silver Jewelry Making with Precious Metal Clay and Enameling
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In
this two day class, students will create an enameled PMC
pendant. The first class will be dedicated to the design
and creation of a cloisonne' type technique pendant or
earrings. In the second class we will discover the unique
reaction between your fine silver pendant and the fine
lead-free enamels. Prerequisite for this
class is PMC 1 or previous experience in PMC or polymer
clay (at the instructor's discretion).
Please
note: There will be an $85 materials fee payable to the
instructor. $42.50 (half) of this materials fee (payable
to Ms. Tarbutton)
must be sent with the registration, and the rest is payable
to the instructor at the first class. The supply fee is
nonrefundable if you withdraw after February 27. This
class
will be
held at the instructor's studio in Brandon.
Cost:
$90 (plus $85 materials fee); Sat., March 14;
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (Bring a sack lunch.) and Sun., March
15, 1:00-3:00 p.m.; 2 class meetings.
Instructor: Laura
Tarbutton
Fine Silver Jewelry Making with PMC Ring Making
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Students
will design and create a fine silver ring using Precious
Metal Clay and cubic zirconia. This is another fun, fast-paced
class in which Laura Tarbutton will inspire
your creative spirit. Prerequisite for this class is PMC 1 or
previous experience in PMC or polymer
clay (at the instructor's discretion).
Please
note: There will be an $85 materials fee payable
to the instructor. $42.50 (half) of this materials
fee (payable to Ms. Tarbutton) must be sent with
the registration, and the rest is payable to the
instructor at the first class. The supply fee is
nonrefundable if you withdraw after January 30.
This materials fee covers all supplies, and students
will have the use of the instructor's tools and equipment.
This
class
will
be held at the instructor's studio in Brandon.
Cost:
$85 (plus materials fee); Sat., Feb. 14, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
(Bring a sack lunch.); 1 class meeting.
Instructor: Laura
Tarbutton
Floral Design I
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Have
you ever wanted to make your own floral arrangements?
Learn the basics of floral design with Tom and
Nancy McIntyre of A Daisy A Day and have fun
at the same time! This is a hands-on course to learn
floral decorating for your home or friends. Bring a pen,
paper, knife, scissors and your desire to create something
original! Enrollment is limited.
Please
note: There will be a materials fee of $60 payable
to the instructors at the first night of class. This
will cover lovely arrangements that you will create
and take home to enjoy.
Cost:
$100 (plus $60 materials fee); Tues., Feb. 3-24, 6:30-8:00
p.m.; 4 weeks.
Instructors: Tom
and Nancy McIntyre
For
Grant Writers, the Next Step...Effective Evaluation
Strategies:
Giving Your Grant Proposal a Competitive Edge
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With
grant funders demanding even more accountability by grantees,
the evaluation component of a grant proposal is your
chance to show that you have a sound, solid plan to monitor
the progress and success of your proposed project or
program. This four week course will help you gain a competitive
edge for your grant proposal by (1) covering the basics
of process-based and outcomes-based evaluation, (2) helping
you develop criteria to use as the basis for evaluation,
(3) presenting strategies to monitor the progress of
your project/program, and (4) helping you develop realistic
evaluation tools. By the end of the course, participants
will have created or refined an evaluation design for
their respective project/program.
Please
note: There is a $10 materials fee payable to the
instructor at the first class meeting.
Cost:
$100 (plus $10 materials fee); Mon., Jan. 26-Feb. 16,
6:00-7:30 p.m.; 4 weeks.
Instructor: Anna
Walker Crump
Free
Movement Class for Women
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Do
you sit at a desk all day? Would you like to feel more
energized? Have you ever wished for a stronger connection
with your body? If so, take a break from your busy life
and indulge in Free Movement. In this class, you will
have a safe space to listen to music that will prompt
you to move your body in the way that it wants to move.
There are no dance steps to learn so your mind gets a
break while your body plays. Weight loss, fun, inspiration,
joy, healing, growth and freedom are just a few of the
positive outcomes that can result form participating
in this class. Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
Bring a large bottle of water.
Cost:
$90; Wed., Jan. 28-Feb. 25, 5:30-6:45 p.m.; 5
weeks.
Instructor: Beverly
Keaton Smith
“Hands-On”Genealogy–A
Course for Beginners Researching Their Mississippi Roots
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Looking
for a unique and memorable gift? What about compiling your own
family tree that your loved ones will treasure for years to come? Anne Webster's genealogy class will give you
the basic tools to gather this information. This course will
meet both at Millsaps College and the Mississippi Department
of Archives and History building. The sessions at the College
will introduce basic sources, ie., census data, death records,
newspapers, etc. County records and military records (both Civil
War and World War I) will also be discussed. the classes meeting
at the state archives will include hands-on instruction for the
student to learn how to actually use these records.
Cost:
$75; Mon., Feb. 16 and 23, 6:00-7:30 p.m., and Sat. (at the
Archives), Feb. 21 and 28, 9:00-10:30
a.m.; 4 class
meetings.
Instructor: Anne Webster
The
Healing Power of Dreams
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Throughout
history, our own dreams have provided a rich very personal resource
for problem solving, inspiration, creativity and insight. The
course will help students learn to value this natural insight
by giving them basic information about dreams and their use through
history. Participants will learn some ways to use their dreams
as a source of information and inspiration about themselves and
possible difficulties in relationships, problems relating to
work or artistic expressing, or problems of a spiritual nature.
In this one day workshop, the instructor will introduce students
to the basic tools to help access this resource, and there will
be plenty
of hands-on practice using participants' dreams.
Cost:
$50; Sat., Feb 7, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; 1 day workshop.
Instructor: Karen
Mori Bonner
Hot
Topics: The Twice Promised Land
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Have you ever wondered about the fundamental issues of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict? February’s Hot Topics seminar will explore this complex issue just as the U.S. has a new administration and foreign policy. What is the history? What are the latest developments? What role do religions play? Have Jews and Arabs always fought? What realistic hopes are there? These and other questions will be explored in this most informative seminar.
Please
note: .5 CEU is available for FULL attendance at this class.
An additional $10 will be charged for the CEU certificate.
Cost:
$30; Sat., Feb. 21, 8:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; 1 class meeting.
Faculty for
the seminar will be two Millsaps professors: James
Bowley, Ph.D., associate professor of religious studies,
and David Davis, Ph.D, associate
professor of history and associate dean for Arts and Letters.
How
to Get Articles Published:
Tried & True Methods to
Get Your By-Line in Print
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This
is not a “how to write” class,
but rather a how-to-get-published workshop. Our focus will be on
getting your nonfiction articles in print using the most effective
methods. The object will be for each participant to target selected
publications and submit worthy ideas using query letters. Homework
assignments will reinforce the information presented. Students
should read William Zinnser’s On Writing Well before the
first night of class. They should also acquire a recent edition
of Writer’s Market and bring it to class each time. Both
are available at local bookstores.
Please
note: This four-week class is for people who are already writing
and want
to see their work published. This is not a creative
writing class, and we will not critique students’ manuscripts.
Cost:
$95 (plus the two books mentioned above); Thurs., Jan. 29-Feb.
19, 6:30-7:30 p.m.;
4 weeks.
Instructor: Gretchen Cook
How
to Sell What You Write
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This
course is designed to help writers and would-be writers sell
what they write. It is suitable for unpublished writers, professional
writers, and professors and teachers who want to sell books and
magazine articles to national publications. The instructor, a
writer and a literary agent, will provide one-on-one evaluations
of proposals and synopses.
Cost:
$150; Tues., Jan. 27-Feb. 24, 7:00-8:30 p.m.; 5 weeks.
Instructor: James
L. Dickerson
Intermediate
Guitar
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Where
the Beginning Guitar class teaches chords, strums and general
accompaniment,
the
Intermediate class applies these skills to specific music settings
such as country, blues, bluegrass, fingerstyle, and flat picking. This
course enables the student to play melodic runs, fill ins, and
entire tunes.
Anyone enrolling
in this class should have either completed the beginning guitar
course or have some functional knowledge of chords.
Please
note: A materials fee of $12 will be required and is payable
to
the instructor the first night of class.
Cost:
$70 (plus guitar and $12 materials fee); Mon., Feb. 23- March
16, 7:00-8:30 p.m.; 4 weeks.
Instructor: Sherman
Lee Dillon
To view Sherman Lee Dillon's website, click here.
Introduction
to Ballroom Dancing
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This
four week course at Dance Connection Ballroom Dance Center teaches
the basics of seven of the most popular social dances: Waltz,
Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Tango, and two styles of Swing (Triple
Step and Single Step Swing). A map with directions to the studio
will be mailed upon registration. Class participants are required
to wear shoes with leather soles (no tennis shoes, sandals or
backless shoes). Singles and couples are welcome. This class
is limited.
Cost:
$100 per person; Mon., Feb. 9 – March 2, 7:00-8:00 p.m.;
4 weeks.
Instructors: Mike
and Lisa Day
Introduction
to Playwriting
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Playwriting
gives a writer the hope of having his/her words realized by others
- literally putting words into the mouths of actors! This course
will explore the difference between writing a story and creating
a script, the relationship between ideas and goals, effective
dialogue, and most importantly, the playwriting process, including
having students hear their work read aloud, and then revisiting/revising
their work with the instructor’s and fellow students’ feedback.
This course will be taught workshop-style, with group exercise
and conversations.
Cost:
$100; Mon., Feb. 2-23, 7:00-9:00 p.m.; 4 weeks.
Instructor: Beth
Kander, MSW
Landscape
Design
(Back)
The
first part of this course offers the fundamental skills in the
design of residential
landscapes. You will learn about the use of the elements of color,
form, texture, and pattern in planning outdoor site amenities.
Examples
include parking areas, walks, gates and entrances, patios, wood
decks, pools, and other garden structures. The second part of
the
class will involve participants' bringing examples of their own
site problems to discuss. Each participant will present his/her
problem to the class, and Rick Griffin will
present possible design plan solutions. The last class meeting
will be a field
trip to Rick's home and garden.
Cost:
$150; Tues., Jan. 27-March 17, 7:00-8:30 p.m.; 8 wks.
Instructor: Rick Griffin
Language
and Culture of Japan - Level I
(Back)
This
course is an introduction to the language and culture
of Japan for those with no experience in the language. Mrs.
Tashiro will
introduce you to some of the mysteries of the customs
and practices of the Japanese people. Emphasis in this
course will be daily conversation and useful expressions
for this most polite
society. Topics will also include exposure
to some Japanese art forms, the Tea ceremony, and
Japanese
flower
arrangement.
Please
note: There will be a $5.00 materials fee payable to the
instructor at the first class meeting.
Cost:
$125 (plus $5 materials fee); Mon., Jan. 26-March 16, 6:30-8:00
p.m.; 8 weeks.
Instructor: Eiko
Tashiro
Language and Culture of Japan - Level II
(Back)
This
continuation of the first level course will focus on understanding
and responding to conversational Japanese. You will learn
useful daily expressions, and you will be given a brief introduction
to the written language. This class is for those who have
taken the Level I course and wish to continue studying Japanese.
Please
note: There will be a $5.00 materials fee payable to the
instructor at the first class meeting.
Cost:
$125 (plus $5 materials fee); Tues., Jan. 27-March 17, 6:30-8:00
p.m.; 8 weeks.
Instructor: Eiko
Tashiro
Lawn
Care in a Nutshell
(Back)
Learn
the basics of planting and maintaining a reasonably nice lawn,
without it becoming a time-and-money-intense taskmaster. Save
money by learning how to mow efficiently, fertilize economically
(with an emphasis on steady, natural fertilizers), and control
weeds with few or no chemicals that can be poisonous to you,
your pets, or wildlife. Find out how you can water wisely - if
at all - and still maintain an attractive lawn. Felder
Rushing - widely recognized as the region's most bottom-line lawn expert
- will illustrate ways to reshape and minimize the lawn size
using mulches, ground covers, and other low-growing plants, and
still have a nice garden design with enough grass to play on.
Cost:
$40; Mon., March 2, 7:00-9:00 p.m.; 1 class meeting.
Instructor: Felder
Rushing
Military
Medicine During the Civil War
(Back)
This
history lecture will outline the development of military medical
care during the Civil War. Topics will include weapons and tactics
and their effects on casualties, changes in medical administration,
sanitation, and surgical care, and the Medical Department's responses
to political and public pressure. Questions and discussion will
follow the lecture.
Cost:
$20; Thurs., Feb. 26, 7:00-8:30 p.m.; 1 class meeting.
Instructor: Dr.
William Hanigan
Mississippi
Art: Knowing and Collecting for a Lifetime of Pleasure
(Back)
Would
you like to start collecting Mississippi art but do not know
where to begin? Or are you just interested in learning more about
Mississippi artists and their work? Long-time Mississippi arts
and crafts collector Roy Wilkinson will share his knowledge
of Mississippi art, both past and present, and teach you how
to begin collecting art affordably. You will visit the studios
of local artists and view their work. On the last evening, you
will visit the instructor's home, see his vast collection, and
enjoy his stories and anecdotes about Mississippi art personalities.
Cost:
$125; Mon., Jan. 26-March 2, 6:00-7:00 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Roy
Winston Wilkinson
Mississippi
Writers
(Back)
Faulkner
is known around the world! Miss Welty, likewise. They are followed
by Tennessee Williams, Margaret Walker Alexander, and Richard
Wright. But what about three other Williams and as many Wilsons?
The Ingraham, Percys, Russells, and Lomaxes all come in pairs.
Then there is a trio of husband and wife writers. Among our Mississippi
writers we have a Nobel Laureate, two dozen Pulitzer Prize winners,
a Caldicott Award, half a hundred honorary doctorates, and half
again as many earned ones--some languishing in obscurity just
waiting to be read. The Magnolia State has more than 2,000 published
writers of which to be proud. Here's your chance to discover
what you've been missing and to add to your awareness of our
bragging rights.
Cost:
$120; Thurs., Jan. 29-March 12, 6:00-7:15 p.m.; 7 weeks.
Instructor: Bill
Patrick
Mississippi's
Musical Legacy
(Back)
Mississippi's
musical legacy fully equals that of our writers. Our musicians
have helped shape the history and genre of music not only here
in the Magnolia State, but around the south, throughout the entire
country and, indeed, around the world. Mississippians have given
command performances for European royalty; have sung concerts
for American presidents; and have performed at special events
such as the Super Bowl and the World Series. They have played
a wide variety of venues including the Hollywood Bowl, Carnegie
Hall, Lincoln Center, the Met, the Ryman, and the Apollo. We
shall examine the lives and works of some of Mississippi's most
significant musical movers and shakers.
Please
note: 0.8 CEU for teachers is available for full attendance
at this class. An additional $10 will be charged for the
CEU certificate
Cost:
$120; Tues., Jan. 27-March 10, 6:00-7:15 p.m.; 7 weeks.
Instructor: Bill
Patrick
Movies:
Art and Entertainment
(Back)
Movies!
They inspire, encourage, and challenge our thoughts. There are
movies that touch our hearts so deeply we are compelled to change
our life's focus. Movies have a unique ability to transcend language
barriers and unite people behind a worthy cause. How did this
influential art form come to light? Spend a few evenings appreciating
the men and women whose collective contributions transformed
a "curiosity" into an art form that touches millions.
We will view a variety of movie scenes as we discuss the founders
of the movie industry and those creative individuals who built
upon their work. On our final evening we will screen a current
movie at a local theater as we apply our appreciation of the
past to the talented individuals of the present.
Cost:
$80; Mon., Jan. 26-March 9 with the final meeting at the Malco
Grandview Theater in Madison to be determined by the class, 7:00-8:30
p.m.; 7 wks.
Instructor: Sim
Dulaney
Nature
Journaling and the Private Eye®
(Back)
Magnify
your mind with a jeweler's loupe! Learn to think like a genius
and practice the skills of a naturalist. Magnify a sweet gum
ball and what do you see? Baby birds' beaks looking back at you!
When we take time to look at nature up close, we make some exciting
discoveries. Using the tools of a jeweler's loupe, close observation,
drawing, creative writing, and scientific inquiry, we will explore
the basics of nature journaling. The Private Eye® materials
will be included in the cost, but a supply list of other items
needed will be sent with the confirmation.
Cost:
$80; Mon., March 2-30, 6:00-8:00 p.m.; 5 weeks.
Instructor: Terri
Jacobson
Organize Your Life: Super Compact Format
(Back)
Organization!
Some people just seem to have more of it than others, right?
Not necessarily. As participants in this
class will learn, organization has more to do with how you think
than how many shelves you have in your closet or how many tabs
you have in your DayTimer. With a little practice and the right
thinking tools, anyone can learn how to become more organized,
resulting in less stress in daily living. Participants will leave
with practical tips and strategies for taming the areas of chaos
in their lives. Don’t
have time for a full day workshop? Come to this mini course and
learn the basics to take home and put into
action.
Please
note: There will be a $12 materials fee payable to the instructor
the night of the class.
Cost:
$30 (plus $12 materials fee); 6:30-8:30 p.m.; 1 class meeting.
Session
I, Thursday, January 22
Session
II, Tuesday, January 27
Instructor: Gretchen Cook
Portrait
Photography
(Back)
Learn how to take great photos of your children, families, and special
occasions such as graduations and weddings! In this class, we will
learn the principles of portrait photography including studio
and
natural lighting, posing, composition, and working with groups
and children. We will also discuss building a home studio and
introduce
the business of photography. Ron Blaylock, formerly of New Orleans,
will teach this course at his studio in Ridgeland; directions
will be mailed with confirmations.
Cost:
$190; Mon., March 2-April 13 (skipping the night of March 16),
7:00-8:30 p.m.; 6 class mtgs.
Instructor: Ron Blaylock
To view Ron Blaylock's web site, click here.
Pottery/Sculpture
(Back)
If
you have little or no experience in pottery, you will be introduced
to throwing and hand building. If you have more than beginning
expertise in pottery, you will have an opportunity to work
at your own pace. Bring a towel to class and wear old clothes.
These classes are limited. This class will be held off-campus
at Wishbone Studios. A map will be sent with confirmations.
2 sessions are offered.
Please
note: A lab fee of $30 for cost of clay, use of tools,
glaze and one kiln firing is required and is payable to
the instructor at the first class meeting.
Cost:
$150 per session (plus $30 lab fee);
Session
I: Tues., Jan. 27-Feb. 24, 6:00-8:00 p.m.; 5 weeks.
Session
II: Wed., Jan. 28-Feb. 25, 6:00-8:00 p.m.;
5 weeks.
Instructor: Tom
Morrison
Preserving
Our Heritage
(Back)
Heritage
resources are the physical remains and oral traditions of pas
human activities. They include archaeological sites, historic
structures, archival records, oral traditions and landscapes.
Learn more about these resources and how you can help preserve
them. Discussions will include the National Register of Historic
Places, preservation ordinances, historic landscapes and cemeteries,
oral history projects, and the preservation of historic photographs
and other written materials.
Cost:
$75; Thurs., Jan 29-Feb. 19, 6:00-8:00 p.m.; 4 weeks.
Instructor: Tricia Nelson-Easley
Pride
and Prejudice in Context
(Back)
This
new course will bring people together to read and discuss Jane
Austen's Pride and Prejudice. We will explore some
of the major literary themes and also explore some of the
film adaptations. Participants will need to purchase Pride
and Prejudice by Jane Austen and read it before the class
begins. The Broadview Edition is recommended.
Please
note: 1.4 CEU for teachers is available with full attendance
at this class. An additional $10 will be charged for the
CEU certificate.
Cost:
$140 (plus book); Thurs., Jan. 29-March 12, 7:00-9:00 p.m.;
7 weeks.
Instructor: Kelly
Smith
Reading
for a Winter's Day
(Back)
Brrr...it's
cold outside! Although winters in Mississippi are relatively
mild, these works of literature are sure to make you feel the
cold. Our discussion will focus on one of the greatest snow-centered
pieces of literature of all time: James Joyce's story, "The
Dead," with its wonderfully alliterative final sentence: "His
soul swooned slowly as he heard the snow falling faintly through
the universe and faintly falling, like the descent of their
last end, upon all the living and the dead." in addition, we
will read and discuss Tobias Wolff's short story, "Hunters
in the Snow, " and Robert Frost's poem "Stopping by Wood on
a Snowy Evening."
Please
note: Participants are requested to read these three works
prior to coming to class. "Hunters in the Snow" and "Stopping
by Woods on a Snowy Evening" are available from the Continuing
Education office if copies are needed.
Cost:
$40; Tues., Feb. 3, 6:00-8:00 p.m.; 1 class meeting.
Instructor: Dr. Carolyn Brown
Recession-Proof Your Garden - Grow Your Own Food:
Fruits, Vegetables, and Culinary Herbs for Small-Scale Gardens
(Back)
This
new gardening class will include lots of practical instruction
and tips on types and varieties of good-looking, landscape
quality, edible plants that do best in Mississippi with little
or no care. Soil preparation, composting, and growing food
in containers and raised beds in all seasons will be discussed
in detail.
Cost:
$80; Mon., Jan. 26-Feb. 16, 7:00-8:30 p.m.; 4 weeks.
Instructor: Felder
Rushing
Self
Defense for Women
(Back)
This
course is designed specifically for women to help them learn
to anticipate, recognize, and deal
with dangerous situations. The instructor will utilize some problem
techniques of the martial arts to show participants ways
to maximize the physical defensive abilities of women.
The
goal of this class is to teach students to learn to be aware
of danger and to develop and enhance
the options of self defense, so they may become viable considerations
for a woman who is attacked. Come learn techniques such as blocking
punches, breaking loose from someone's hold, and using an opponent's
weight against him. Women of any age or fitness level will benefit
from this program. This class will be held at the Chatan Dojo USA
School in Richland; directions will be sent upon registration.
Cost:
$100; Mon., Jan. 26-March 2, 7:30-9:00 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Sensei Shelby R.
Kenney
Self-Empowerment
Class for Women
(Back)
What
is life coaching? Come to this class and find out! Learn about
coaching techniques and strategies that will equip you with
basic tools for coaching yourself through the ups and downs
of life. Don't wait a second longer. Claim your power and use
it every day to create a more joyful and fulfilling life for
yourself. Yes, you can do it!
Cost:
$100; Tues., Jan. 27-Feb. 17, 6:00-8:00 p.m.; 4 weeks.
Instructor: Beverly
Keaton Smith
Single
Step Swing Dancing
(Back)
Come
join us for fun and exercise! This four-week course at Dance
Connection Ballroom Dance Center teaches the basics and several
fun patterns of Single Stop Swing. A variation of the Lindy Hop,
Single Swing is danced to very fast music. A map with directions
to the studio will be mailed upon registration. Class participants
are required to wear shoes with leather soles (no tennis shoes,
sandals, or backless shoes). Singles and couples are welcome.
This class is limited.
Cost:
$90 per person; Tues., Feb. 10 – March 3, 8:00-9:00 p.m.; 4 weeks
Instructors: Mike
and Lisa Day
Spruce
Up for Spring!
(Back)
Join
us for a demonstration-style class on the newest trends in decorating
your home for Easter and spring! You will learn how to create
lovely springtime arrangements for your mantle, tablescapes,
and wreaths. This class will meet at A Daisy A Day in Maywood
Mart shopping center.
Cost:
$25; Tues., March 31, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 1 class meeting.
Instructors: Tom
and Nancy McIntyre
T'ai
Chi (Taiji) Introductory Level and Second Level
Classes
(Back)
Participants
will learn about and practice Chen family style Taiji with
the emphasis
on health, stress management, relief from arthritic pain, increased
balance, and full range of motion. Warm-up exercises, Wu-ji
(a standing form of meditation),
finishing exercises and 6 postures of the 48 posture form
will be taught in each of the levels.
This
fall's introductory classes will focus on postures 13 through
18 of the Chen 48. The second level class will focus on postures
25 through 30 of the Chen 48, so all students will be learning
new material. Classes for participants in both the beginner
and advanced will be conducted together from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00
p.m.,
with second level students continuing an additional hour, finishing
at 9:00 p.m. The structure of the classes allows for new students
to begin at any point in the 48 posture cycle. As students repeat
the course, they will work their way through learning all 48
postures of the Chen form.
Introductory Level:
Cost:
$140; Thurs., Jan. 29-March 19, 6:30-8:00 p.m.; 8 weeks.
Instructors: Stanley Graham & Mike Chadwick
Second
Level:
Cost: $140; Thurs., Jan. 29-March 19, 8:00-9:00 p.m.;
8 weeks.
Instructor: Stanley Graham
Talking
Your Way Through the French-Speaking World
(Back)
If
you plan to go to France, Quebec, or any place else where French
is spoken, for business or pleasure,
this course is a must! Come join us and learn basic pronunciation
and practical conversational French. In addition, various aspects
of daily life in French-speaking countries will be discussed.
Cost
$120; Tues., Jan. 27-March 3, 5:30-6:30 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Dr. Robert Kahn
Talking
Your Way Through the Spanish-Speaking World
(Back)
Develop
basic language skills for travel, business, and enjoyment. This
course covers the vocabulary needed to deal
with everyday situations in Spanish-speaking countries. In addition,
various aspects of daily life in the Hispanic world will be discussed.
Cost:
$120; Mon., Jan. 26-March 2, 6:00-7:00 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Dr.
Robert Kahn
Taste
and See: Experiencing Christain Spirituality
(Back)
This
class invites seekers to explore their connection with God through
learning Christian spiritual practices. During this time together,
class members will deepen their awareness of God’s presence
by: praying the Scriptures, finding silence, engaging in Holy
listening, sharing faith stories, worshiping, journaling, and
creating sacred spaces. Participants will also receive encouragement
and affirmation for the ways of life and prayer that already
enrich their spiritual journeys. Please bring a Bible and a journal
to each class.
Cost:
$100; Mon., Feb. 2-March 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; 5 weeks.
Instructor: Rev.
Rebecca Youngblood
Trauma
and the Cost of Medical Care: A Lesson from Mississippi
(Back)
Statewide
systems for the immediate care of trauma victims have been in
place for over thirty years. This lecture will describe the development
of the trauma system in Mississippi since 1991 and will include
new policies for funding, as well as the effect of centralization
of care and outcomes in pediatric head injuries. Questions and
discussion will follow the lecture.
Cost:
$20; Thurs., March 5, 7:00-8:30 p.m.; 1 class meeting.
Instructor: Dr. William Hanigan
Travel
Adventures: Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice, Compania, and
Paris
(Back)
Are
you planning a trip to italy and Paris, or would you just like
to spend six pleasant evenings learning about some of the world's
best places? Each night participants will explore one famous
city in depth by visiting the major sites through magnificent
photographs; hearing a brief account of the history; and discussing
major works of art and the artists. In addition, food and wine
specialties of the various regions will be discussed. the class
will also offer a brief course in Italian pronunciation and includes
complete and current travel information for those who are planning
their own trips.
Cost:
$125; Thurs., Jan. 29-March 5, 6:00-7:00 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Patsy Ricks
Watercolor
Painting
(Back)
Watercolors
are rich, translucent paints that create beautiful and exciting
results. This course is for beginning as well as more experienced
students. You will have an opportunity to learn different
painting techniques and sharpen your creative and technical skills
by painting still life and landscape. Composition and use
of color will be stressed.
Please
note: A list of supplies needed for the course will be furnished
upon registration.
Cost:
$95 (plus supplies); Two sessions are scheduled.
Session
I: Tues., Jan. 27-March 3, 9:00-11:30 a.m.; 6 weeks.
Session
II: Tues., Jan. 27-March 3, 6:00-8:30 p.m.; 6 weeks.
Instructor: Laurel Schoolar
To view some of Laurel Schoolar's work, click here.
When
the Unthinkable Happens: Gaining Financial Control of Your
Divorce
(Back)
Going
through a divorce is an extremely stressful event. As a result,
you are making financial decisions when you are under great emotional
duress and can't think clearly about your future. Unfortunately,
the mistakes you might make will often have lasting consequences
for you and your family. This class aims to prepare someone facing
the reality that their marriage is headed for divorce or is in
the middle of divorce proceedings already. You will learn answer
to questions such as: Will I be able to receive alimony? Will
I lose my pension? Should the custodial parent keep the house?
How much child support should be paid? Do we have to go to court?
Please
note: The material presented in this course is intended to
inform but not to advise.
Cost:
$50; Tues., Jan. 27-Feb. 10, 6:00-7:30 p.m.; 3 weeks.
Instructor: Wilson
Day, CDFA
Writing
and Selling Short Stories
(Back)
This
introductory course in how to write short fiction and get it
published is intended for beginning writers as well as established
writers who want to hone their skills. The course will cover
two areas: writing (first four sessions) and marketing (next
three sessions). The overall course goal is to create a short
story suitable for submission to a publication.
Cost:
$100; Mon., Jan. 26-March 9, 7:00-9:00 p.m.; 7 weeks.
Instructor: John
Floyd
Yoga
for Everyone
(Back)
Restore,
awaken and renew the body, mind and spirit. This Yoga class
is a blend of postures designed to strengthen muscles, increase
flexibility and release stress. You will be introduced to techniques
in breath awareness while combining movement and alignment principles
to emphasize flexibility and injury prevention. This class will
enable the more advanced student to be challenged, while encouraging
those new to yoga or looking for a gentler class to participate
at their own level. Modifications will be given according to
the students' needs. Standing, seated, mild back-bending, balancing
and relaxation poses will be introduced in a positive and nurturing
way. Home practice will be encouraged and supported with handouts
and personalized guidance.
Please
note: Bring a Yoga sticky mat and two firm blankets. Mats
and blankets can be purchased from local merchants or online.
Please come to the class on an empty stomach and wear comfortable
clothes.
Cost:
$140; Tues., Jan. 27-April 14, 6:15-7:30 p.m.; 12 weeks.
Instructor: Sally Holly
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