Senior Exploration Fall 2009

The Bluffton Parks Department has partnered with the First United Methodist Church to offer a 6-week program designed for adults who are interested in continued learning. Senior Exploration will be every Monday starting Sept 28th through Nov 2nd. There is a one-time fee of $10.00 that will cover all classes due with registration by Sept 24th . We will allow registration at the door, but please understand that your first choice class may be full.

Itinerary

Location: Bluffton First United Methodist Church 325 W. Washington, Bluffton In 46714

8:15 a.m. Sanctuary open for private time
8:30 - 8:55 Continental breakfast, nametag pick up, & announcements in Fellowship Hall
9:00 - 9:50 Classes offered: Genealogy, Crochet, Economic Growth, Breakfast, This & That
10:00 - 10:50 Classes offered: Genealogy B, Art Appreciation, It’s a Small World, Self Defense/Safety, Scrapbooking
11:00- 11:50 Classes offered: Birds of Indiana ,Computers 101, Rock Painting, Book/Movie Review Club, Rubber Stamping

Three ways to register: 1. cut and mail form below, 2. call 824-6069 or 3. e-mail us at parks@ci.bluffton.in.us

*SEE CLASS DESCRIPTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE*
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Name ____________________________________ Phone ___________________________

Address __________________________________ E-mail ____________________________

Class Choices: (some classes are limited in size & are first come first served. Please list all 3 choices)

9:00am_____________________________ Alternate Choice: _________________________

10:00am_____________________________ Alternate Choice: _________________________

11:00am_____________________________ Alternate Choice: _________________________

* Send check payable to Bluffton Parks Dept at 128 E. Market Bluffton, In 46714 by Sept 24th. Please write senior exploration in the memo.
9:00 - 9:50 a.m.

Genealogy A - Explore your own roots and put together your family tree. Genealogy B - Same topics as Genealogy A, but this class will go from 9-10:50 to allow you more time. By: Connie Brubaker

Crocheting -Beginners will learn to single crochet, double crochet and shell stitch. Advance students will make afghan swatches. Bring a size H crochet hook, yarn is provided. By: Kathy Gehrett

Breakfast Club - Try new recipes & sample different breakfast dishes and drinks. By: Fancheon Resler

How Economic Growth is Made - Learn about economic growth and the job creation process. By: Mike Rowe

This & That - Enjoy a variety of different lessons and speakers every week such as learning about small businesses, canning and freezing, antiques and appraising and how to make sushi.


10:00 - 10:50 a.m.

Art Appreciation - American Splendor: Enjoying Great Art Through the Ages. View slides and discuss famous American paintings and artists. By: Amanda Martin of the Ft. Wayne Museum of Art

Self Defense / Safety - Learn pressure point techniques to defend yourself from an attacker and give tips on protecting yourself at home, while traveling, and against identity theft. By: Sgt Jim Paxton

It’s a Small World - Learn about life in another country by people who have lived or visited them. Countries featured this time will be China, Nigeria, Australia, Germany, and France.

Scrap booking - Learn the basic techniques to display your photos. Bring your favorite recent 4x6 photos by Oct 5th. Do not bring older photos, since this book is not page protected. By: Marcia Pate


11:00 - 11:50 a.m.

Birds of Indiana - Each week participants will learn the habits and antics of the birds in our backyards. Instructor: Kathy Fuller

Computers 101 - This class will be held at the Wells Co. Library and will teach computer basics and how to e-mail. Instructor: Deb Perry

Book / Movie Review - The Magnificent Ambersons by Indiana Author, Booth Tarkington. View scenes from the movie and discuss the book. Purchase book from library for $4. By: Cathrine Campbell

Rock Painting - Turn an ordinary stone into a unique critter to add interest to your garden and pick up some painting techniques. Because space is limited this class is for new rock painting students only. Instructor: Esther Schoeff

Rubber Stamping - Learn how to make your own beautiful cards. Instructor: Cindy Osgood