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Community Education :
Class
Information
Arts and Crafts
AED/CPR
This is a
class designed for the layperson to learn CPR, use of an automated
external defibrillator (AED), and relief of foreign body airway
obstruction. Be prepared to save a life! There is no written test
required.
Sessions: 1
Monday
9/20/2010
6:30-8:30pm
HS Comm Room
$15
Instructor:
Jana Schroeder
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Basic Beading
Learn to
make bracelets, necklaces, and earrings. Make your own jewelry for
yourself or as gifts. The focus is flexible wire bracelets and
crimping. You will have hands-on practice to learn to wire wrap. You
will leave with a complete bracelet and pair of earrings that reflect
your own personal style . . . and with lots and lots of ideas!!!
Sessions: 1
Tuesday
9/28/2010
7:00-9:00pm
HS 121
$20
Instructor:
Rita Bode
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Beading: Basic Wire Working
You will
work with beads, wire, and simple tools to learn how to make a variety
of embellishments that will provide you with endless creative
possibilities. You will learn a basic charm wrapping technique to
attach beads to chains to make a long necklace. You will leave with a
long necklace that is classy and very much in style now. Other projects
you could do with this technique could be chandelier earrings, rosaries,
chain necklaces, eyeglass holders, and more.
Sessions: 1
Thursday
10/5/2010
7:00-9:00pm
HS 121
$20
Instructor:
Rita Bode
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Beading: Floating Necklace
In this
class, you will make a multi-strand necklace and use crimp beads to make
your beads appear to float on your necklace. You will leave with a
floating necklace for yourself or a gift.
Sessions: 1
Tuesday
10/19/2010
7:00-9:00pm
HS 121
$20
Instructor:
Rita Bode
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Beginner Scrapbooking
Want to
scrap but just don’t know where to begin? Join the beginning
scrapbooking class and learn photo sorting techniques, cropping, basic
page layouts, card making, and more. Class will include time to practice
techniques learned and also time to complete pages. Bring any scrapbook
items you might already have and of course your pictures!! This is a
beginner class, open to
any age.
Sessions: 6
Tuesday
10/12/10 to
11/16/10
7:00-9:00pm
HS 121
$40
Instructor:
Norma Dalen
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Kids Crafts
Kids....Tried of doing the same o' cut and paste? Well I have a class
for you. If you would like to explore different ways to do crafts then
come and sign up for my class today. We will be doing different arts
and craft projects using different materials. This class is great for
any child aged 4-8.
Sessions: 20
Tuesday/Thursday
9/14/10-11/18/10
5:30-6:30pm
HS Comm Room
$40
Instructor:
Stacy Klinkner
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Kids in the Kitchen
Holiday
"Bake and Take" goodies! Just in time for the holidays, check out this
cooking class for kids. Students, grades 2 - 5, will learn basic
kitchen safety and measuring techniques while creating some holiday
treats. When registering, please indicate if your child has a food
allergy. Class is limited to 20.
Sessions: 1
Thursday
11/18/2010
3:30-5:30pm
HS 114
$18
Instructor:
Lonna Smith
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Printmaking
This
course will introduce participants to the art of relief printmaking
while making functional holiday cards. Students will work learn how to
plan and prep a print, using divergent thinking skills. After planning
the composition, the drawing will be transferred to a linoleum block,
then areas of the block will be cut out. What is left acts as a large
stamp that can be run through a press and printed an unlimited number of
times. Class limit 8. Participants must be 16 or older and be willing to
follow strict safety rules and cooperate with others.
Sessions: 4
Wednesdays
11/17/2010 to
12/7/10
6:30-8:30pm
OPEN HOUSE
9/15/10, 6:30pm
HS 112
$65
Instructor:
Chad Nelson
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Puppet Shows
"Three
Little Pigs" This fun show for three-year-olds and up is based on the
traditional tale about three young pigs who leave home to seek their
fortune. A happy ending is guaranteed, except for the wolf. In December,
we will have a special holiday show for three-year-olds and up.
Sessions: 3
Fridays
9/17/10,
12/10/10, 3/11/11
10:15am
PAC
Free
Jim Oliver from
Siouxland Libraries
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Tap
Lessons
Dynamic
will be holding a tap class for various ages after Labor Day. We will
be in the 902 Redwood Blvd studio until late September, then will be
relocating into the new facility. Ages 13 & up- Mondays, 9:00-9:45 pm
(This time could change slightly to be earlier depending upon
registration.) Tuition is $45 per month for each student.
Dynamic Cheer
& Dance Studio
#Instructor:
Tracy Kuhn
Call Dynamic Cheer and Dance to register: 582-8999
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Wheel Thrown Pottery
This
course will give participants the essential skills required to create
ceramic forms on the potter’s wheel. Wedging, centering, vessel
formation, trimming, and glazing will be covered in this class.
Participants will be provided with secure storage areas, 50 pounds of
clay, clay tools, and a variety of glaze options. All pieces created
will be bisque fired and glaze fired. Class limit 6. Class will be
repeated again in February with an intermediate course in April.
Participants need to be 16 or older, be able to lift 50 pounds, and
weigh at least 85 pounds.
Sessions: 7
Wednesdays
9/29/10-11/10/10
6:30-8:30pm
OPEN HOUSE
9/15/10, 6:30pm
HS 112
$80
Instructor:
Chad Nelson
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Health and Fitness
Cardio Circuit
The
perfect workout for both men and women. This class offers both cardio
and strength training. Beginning with a group warm-up and stretch, this
intense 45 minute workout moves along with alternating 1 minute stops at
stations that will get your heart pumping and muscles reacting. We come
together at the end for a group stretch and cool-down.
Sessions: 41
Mondays,
Wednesdays, and Saturdays
9/13/10 to
12/16/10
6:00-6:45pm
Mon/Wed
9:00-9:45am
Sat
HS Weight room
$55
Instructor:
Lori Daniels
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Coffee Cupping
Enjoy
wonderful tastes of coffee from Ethiopia, Brazil, and Guatemala by
experiencing a coffee “cupping”. Cupping is a special way to taste and
evaluate different characteristics of a particular coffee bean.
Students will be amazed at the different flavors of coffee from
different countries even though the type of roast is the same. This
class will give a brief overview of the life of a coffee bean (which
will make you appreciate that morning cup of coffee even more) and end
with a cupping of various coffees. Coffee and non-coffee drinkers alike
will find this class enlightening and enjoyable as they “slurp” the
coffee. As and added bonus, each participant will take home a fresh
roasted half pound of coffee.
Sessions: 1
Thursday
10/28/2010
7:00-9:00pm
HS 114
$10
Instructor:
Marge McClanahan
Roastmaster
of Covenant Roasters Coffee
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Jumpstart Health
Imagine a
world in which...your family always has a healthy start each day...You
can't remember the last time someone was sick...Your kids, grandkids and
even your husband will eat their 'green veggies'. Come and watch
renowned MD's share the latest scientific research on reducing the risks
of degenerative diseases (via DVD). Learn how your children and
grandchildren can participate in an "International Children's Health
Study" with FREE whole food nutrition.
Sessions: 4
Wednesday
9/15/10 to
10/6/10
7:00-8:30pm
HS Comm Room
Free
Instructor:
Delores Long
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Natural Care Classes
Three
Secrets to Stress Management,
Tues September 14; An innovative and interesting course focusing on what
stress is, what causes it, and how to effectively manage stress in our
daily lives. This course also addresses how to keep our bodies, minds
and spirits healthy in the face of often unavoidable stresses of daily
life.
Fibromyalgia -
Definitions, Treatment, Options, and HOPE!, Tues October 12th; Join us
for a class full of a wealth of information about this debilitating and
all too common disease. Learn about current research, treatment options,
and natural alternatives to overcome fibromyalgia!
Peak
Performance, Tues
November 9th; A thought-provoking and informative class on what Peak
Performance is and how to achieve it in your health, mind and overall
life experience.
Maximizing
Your Child's Health Potential,
Tues December 14th; Learn about common childhood illnesses, where they
come from and how to overcome them. Learn about natural alternatives to
drugs and surgery for your kids and how to raise the healthiest children
on the planet!
Sessions: 4
Tuesdays
9/14/10,
10/12/10, 11/9/10,
12/14/10
6:30-8:30pm
HS Comm Room
$20
Instructor:
Dr. Amanda
Van Voorst
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Open Gym
The gym
at Brandon Valley HS will be available for open recreation. All adults
who wish to participate will register and pay a fee in advance of $20.
Those who do not pre-register will be charged $5 per session. The gym
will be supervised and no one will be allowed in the gym without prior
registration or a one time payment.
Sessions: 15
Wednesdays
9/15/10-12/22/10
6:30-8:30pm
HS Aux Gym
$20 once or $5
per session
Supervisor:
Kory Scholten
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Pilates
Pilates
incorporates holistic health and fitness into a workout experience that
can be enjoyed by everyone. The exercises emphasize core strength,
breathing, flexibility, and stretching. Muscular strength and overall
stamina increase while balance and coordination improve. Pilates also
helps to relieve stress and release tension from the body.
Sessions: 6
Thursdays
10/7/2010 to
11/18/10
(No class
Veteran's Day)
6:00-7:00pm
BE New Gym
$35
Instructor:
Ahva Halma
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Taekwondo
Our
Karate-for-Kids program is a Nationally proven SAFE program for fun,
confidence, and also an excellent respect builder. Kids LOVE IT! Our
adult program will work on physical conditioning as well as Martial
Arts. Designed for adults of all levels.
10-week
camp Starts October 13
We know
you may not be able to attend each class time. Come to class as often as
your schedule allows.
Tiny Tigers: 4-6 year olds
Class
times: Mondays 6:45-7:15, Thursdays 3:30-4:00, Saturdays 11:00-11:30
Karate-For-Kids: 6-13 year olds
Class
times: Tuesdays 5:00-5:30, Thursdays 4:00-4:30, Saturdays 10:30-11:30
Adults age 14 and older
Class
times: Tuesdays 6:45-7:45, Wednesdays 6:45-7:45, Thursdays 7:00-8:00,
Saturdays 10:00-10:30
Camp
cost: $60.00. Wear comfortable clothes that you can move in easily.
Contact
Hoover’s Martial Arts for registration. 582-8102
CLGREENNEWS@ALLIANCECOM.NET
www.brandonmartialarts.com
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Tai Chi
Tai Chi/QiGong
are systems practiced to maintain health, aid in healing, and to
increase vitality. The practice applies the principles of relaxation,
balance, and timing to mindful, integrated movement. This practice is a
way to give you a better way to keep healthy. All levels of fitness are
able to participate. Wear comfortable clothes.
Sessions: 6
Tuesday
9/21/2010 TO
10/26/10
7:15-8:15pm
MS West Gym
$35
Instructor:
Glenda Baker
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Total Fitness
To get
your total workout in one class, this is the combo for you. Warm-up,
calorie burning cardio combined with interval toning revs the metabolism
and sculpts the muscles. AB workout and cool down complete the
routine. Camaraderie and support make you reach the goal!
BE Wood Gym
$40
Instructor:
Lori Daniels
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Yoga: Morning
Experience the mind and body connection in this flowing class that links
breath and movement. You’ll get a total body workout and leave feeling
de-stressed and renewed. Basic postures emphasizing correct alignment,
incorporating breath and relaxation.
Please
indicate if you want the morning or evening session when you call to
register.
Sessions: 26
Tuesdays and
Thursdays
9/14/10 to
12/16/10
8:45-9:45am or
7:00-8:00pm
Classes will
not meet on “no school” days.
Morn: HS Comm
Room
Evening: HS
North Gym
$40
Instructor:
Amy Kasten
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Yoga: Evening
Experience the mind and body connection in this flowing class that links
breath and movement. You’ll get a total body workout and leave feeling
de-stressed and renewed. Basic postures emphasizing correct alignment,
incorporating breath and relaxation.
Please
indicate if you want the morning or evening session when you call to
register.
Sessions: 26
Tuesdays and
Thursdays
9/14/10 to
12/16/10
8:45-9:45am or
7:00-8:00pm
Classes will
not meet on “no school” days.
Morn: HS Comm
Room
Evening: HS
North Gym
$40
Instructor:
Amy Kasten
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Yoga: Journaling
This
class offers you the opportunity to discuss the journaling process, the
benefits of journaling, and then create your own personal journal. The
next hour is an introduction to yoga with a basic introduction to poses
and breath. Come experience journaling for the first time or as an
experienced journaler, then finish the class with learning basics yoga
poses that you can incorporate into your every day life.
Sessions: 1
Saturday
10/23/2010
9:00-11:00am
HS Comm Room
$10
Instructor:
Amy Kasten
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Yoga: Parent and Child
Children
ages 2 and up. A one hour class, where parent and child can deepen their
bond (partner poses) while developing strength, improving balance,
focus, and relaxation with their own experience of yoga poses and breath
exercises. The class offers a lively rhythm, using tools of imagination
and concentration to adapt the yoga poses to the realm of the spirit of
children, integrating breath, movement, and yoga fundamentals so that
both parent and child benefit. This class is also a great toolbox for
parent to take home and keep using what the practice offers in their
daily interactions with their children.
Sessions: 1
Saturday
10/30/2010
9:00-10:00am
HS Comm Room
$8
Instructor:
Amy Kasten
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Walking
Come over
and walk the circuit at the High School! It’s warm, flat and there isn’t
any wind. Pre-register with the Com Ed office. School ID badges will be
available at the high school and are required for all walkers. Just sign
in at a table in the commons and get walking! A schedule of available
walking days will be mailed to you upon registration. SORRY, EVENING
WALKS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON VARSITY GAME NIGHTS!
Sessions: #
Monday thru
Friday
10/4/10 to
12/22/10
6:45am-7:30am
or 6:30pm-8:00pm
HS Hallways
Free
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Zumba
Ditch the
workout, join the party! Zumba is a fusion of Latin and other music that
creates a dynamic, exciting fitness system. Burns 500 calories per hour!
The instructor is also certified for children, so they are welcome in
the classes. Wear comfortable clothes.
Sessions: 6
Thursdays
10/7/2010 to
11/18/10
(No class
Veteran's Day)
7:00-8:00pm
BE New Gym
$35
Instructor:
Ahva Halma
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Finance
Basic of Credit
Especially in these challenging economic times, a community prospers
when its residents have the knowledge and skills they need to be
financially self-sufficient. People are eager to learn the basics of
sound money management, responsible use of credit, and avoid the problem
of too much debt. Hands on Banking® and its Spanish-language
counterpart, El futuro en tus manos®, offer free financial information,
tools, and skills in an easy-to-understand, entertaining format. Wells
Fargo volunteers will present two sessions. Both sessions will focus on
credit, credit scores, bank services and credit cards. To learn more
about Hands on Banking® visit
www.handsonbanking.org.
Sessions: 2
Tuesday
9/21/10 and
10/19/10
7:00-8:30pm
HS Comm Room
Free
Instructor:
Lesa Jarding
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Foundations of Investing
Participants will learn: The key features of bonds, stocks, and mutual
funds. The importance of asset allocation. The impact of inflation on
your long term goals.
Sessions: 1
Tuesday
11/9/2010
7:00-9:00pm
HS 124
$10
Instructor:
Anthony Siemonsma,
Financial
Advisor from Edward Jones
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How to Buy a Business
Acquiring
an existing business can sometimes be a good way to minimize the risk of
entrepreneurship. Many times however, buying a business comes with a
price premium. This two-part class will address many of the questions
you should ask yourself before you begin the process of buying a
business. Materials will be provided. Topics to be covered include:
Where can you find businesses for sale; Professionals that should be
involved; Due diligence factors to consider; Basics of pricing a
business; Making an offer to purchase; Strategy of negotiation;
Acquiring financing; Risks & pitfalls involved; How to get started.
Sessions: 2
Tuesdays
10/19/10 and
10/26/10
6:30-9:00pm
HS Comm Room
$20
Instructor:
Ray Gonzales
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How to Start a Small Business
If you’ve
been considering starting a business but don’t know where to begin, then
this two-part class is for you. This class will address many of the
questions you should ask yourself before beginning the process of
starting a new business. Materials will be provided. Topics to be
covered include: Reasons to start your own business; How to analyze the
feasibility of your idea; How to prepare a business plan; Basics of
financial projections; Selecting legal form; Sources of capital;
Business licenses and permits; Sources of information & assistance; How
to get started.
Sessions: 2
Tuesdays
9/28/10 and
10/5/10
6:30-9:00pm
HS Comm Room
$20
Instructor:
Ray Gonzales
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Retirement
Retirement has changed. What's your next move? Participants will learn:
How to organize and record your financial assets. How to set realistic
goals for retirement spending. How to determine if you are on track to
reach your goals. What to do if you are not where you would like to be.
HS 124
$10
Instructor:
Anthony Siemonsma,
Financial
Advisor from Edward Jones
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Woman's Guide to Money Matters
Participants will learn: What you can do now to prepare for retirement.
Your options to pay for a child's or grandchild's education. Developing
a strategy to help achieve your financial goals.
Sessions: 1
Tuesday
10/12/2010
7:00-9:00pm
HS 124
$10
Instructor:
Anthony Siemonsma,
Financial
Advisor from Edward Jones
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Shopping and Computers
Basic Computing for the Computer Illiterate
This
class teaches the basics of computers to novices. It is designed for the
computer laymen to get an idea of what happens inside the computer so
that they know how it works, understand what it takes to upgrade
hardware, and basic use of the computer. The class will explain
terminology as it goes so that they know the language of computing. It
consists of six parts: Class 1: Theory; Class 2: Hardware; Class 3: More
Hardware; Class 4: Operating Systems; Class 5: Networking; Class 6:
Software
Sessions: 6
Tuesdays and
Thursdays
10/5/10-10/21/10
7:00-9:00pm
Location TBA
$30
Instructor:
Darren Jessip
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Christmas Shopping In Europe
Visit Europe during the 2010 Christmas season. See the Christmas markets
of Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and Budapest. Do some of your
Christmas shopping on a 14 or 16 day tour December 1-14 or 16. Visit
Heidelberg, Munich, Dachau, Black Forest, Rhine, Lucerne, Innsbruck,
Salzburg, Melk, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, and more. Round trip
flight from Sioux Falls. All breakfasts and six three-course evening
meals, hotels, and transportation all included. CONTACT DAN MURPHY at
582-3995. Enrollment closes September 15, 2010. Providing opportunities
for travel to Europe for over twenty years!
$3,117 for 14
days
$3,477 for 16
days
12/1/10 to
12/14/10 or 12/16/10
CONTACT DAN MURPHY at 582-3995.
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Computers 101
Are you
afraid to dive into the World Wide Web? Want to learn to email the kids
and grandkids? We will start with the basics and work into checking
email, searching for websites, and shopping. We'll also learn how to
print documents and write letters online. This class is hands on.
Classes will be held at night, and open computer labs will be held
Saturday mornings.
Sessions: 12
Thursdays and
Saturdays
10/7/10-11/18/10
(No class
Veteran's Day)
7:00-9:00pm
Thurs, 10:00am-Noon Sat
HS 117
$65
Instructor:
Kirsten Walrath
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FaceBook
Are you
curious about what Facebook is all about? Are you wondering what your
child is doing while spending hours on Facebook during the day? Facebook
is the most used social network. In this class you will learn how to:
Establish a Facebook Profile; Search for friends; Add friends; Make
changes to profiles; Send messages to friends; Post personal messages;
and Upload pictures. Prerequisite: You must have a valid email address
to establish your own Facebook profile.
Sessions: 1
Tuesday
10/19/2010
6:30-7:45pm
HS 117
$8
Instructor:
Kirsten Walrath
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Medford Outlets/Mall of America/IKEA
We are
adding in a 2 hour stop at Medford Outlets on the way to the Mall of
America.
And don't forget IKEA is right behind the MOA!
Walkways
are clearly marked from the mall to the huge IKEA store. You and your
friends will have the day to explore the hundreds of specialty shops,
huge department stores, and wonderful spots to stop for a little
refreshment. A continental breakfast and a comfortable coach ride
(including movies!) are included. Space fills quickly, so get signed up
early. An itinerary will be mailed to you upon registration.
Early bird
fee of $45.00 will be honored for those who register before Oct. 15th.
A minimum of 35 people is needed in order for the bus to go, so make
sure to tell your friends to sign up!
Saturday
10/30/2010
Depart Brandon
HS parking lot: 6:30am, Return: 10:00pm
$45 before
10/15, $55 after 10/15
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