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www.MasterthePossibilities.com January - March, 2008 Winter 08: Learning — Been there . . . Done that? Come back for more! From the desk of Ken Colen, President, On Top of the World Communities: Not long ago education was something that took place early in one’s life. We went to school to prepare for our careers. Things have changed. Learning is celebrated as a life long process. No one is left behind in this exciting process of growth and development. Our education program boldly begins its third year of providing the best in life long learning. This is our second year at the Master the Possibilities Education Center — a place dedicated to life enhancement through learning . . . together. In this, our first quarter of 2008, we have continued to update classes, develop new opportunities and bring you outstanding faculty. We want to make this catalog your intellectual “wish list.” Thousands have already experienced the joy of learning with us . . . we want you to come back for more. This season will be our most ambitious to date. With about 150 classes, presentations, lecturers and courses, we are confident what you want is available right here at Master the Possibilities. Some are encores of popular programs, others are sequels . . . most are brand new. We lack only one ingredient — you! As you peruse the catalog, make sure to visit the “Faculty Facts” section. Our program is most fortunate to have a faculty that is second to none. A combination of education, experience and teaching is the hallmark of these remarkable individuals. Theme weeks have become a popular way to focus on a topic through many perspectives. In January we have our “Florida Week” followed by “Medical/Wellness” week in February. We are also very positive about our “series” format. We have never cancelled any series! Please note the SE Asia & China offerings. These will include a special class/lecture by Prof. Vin Boudreau, Chair of the Political Science Department at CCNY and Director of the Colin Powell Institute. We will bring in visiting faculty whenever possible. Professor Patrick Keane will return for Irish Studies. It is our sole purpose to provide you with the best in life long learning. This is our challenge and privilege. See you in class! January - March, 2008 Winter, 2008 “E-Z” REGISTRATION The way we do registration has been a big hit with you! Thank you for your support! After you look through this publication, choose the course(s) you want and just make a call (24 hours a day/7 days a week). 854-3699 is a dedicated registration line. All you need to do is give your name, telephone number and the course(s) for which you wish to register. It’s that simple! You’ll get a confirmation call within one business day. No need to pay in advance; tuition is due at first class. (Exceptions as noted.) OR try our new on-line registration! Go to www.masterthepossibilities.com and follow the prompts. You get immediate confirmation! This is the fastest way to register. OR stop by the office. We’d love to see you and chat about programs, and you can register in person. YOUR IDEAS ARE IMPORTANT! Education is a process and listening to you is an extremely important part of that process. How are we doing? What should we be doing? How can we continue to have your support? Please let me know your ideas. Call me at 427-1000, e-mail me at dan_dowd@otowfl.com, or drop me a line at: Daniel Dowd, Director of Education Master The Possibilities Education Center 8415 SW 80th Street, Ocala, FL 34481 On March 5, 2008 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., join Daniel Dowd at the Education Center for an “open classroom.” Learn what we are planning — let us know what you would like to see! Come to this education forum to voice your suggestions. FEE STRUCTURE — RESIDENTS AND NON-RESIDENTS Our programs here at the Master the Possibilities Education Center are now open to the general public. However, residents of On Top of the World Communities as well as Stone Creek residents enjoy a discounted tuition. You will be required to show proof of residency. Non-residents will pay a modest difference for most classes. If you have questions, please contact the MTP Education Center at 854-3652. HAVE SOMETHING TO TEACH? We are always looking for great courses and we need outstanding instructors. Have experience teaching? Have an area of expertise that lends itself to a class? Contact us! Send a brief proposal and resume. Teaching adults is very challenging…and very rewarding! (Please look at our “Faculty Facts” section. Our teachers are an impressive group of professionals.) UPDATES Sometimes we add a class or need to change a date or meeting place. If you are registered for a class that has changed, we’ll call or email you! If you want to find out what classes still have openings, call us or check our website www.masterthepossibilities.com). Another way we communicate is through the On Top of the World TV, Channel 17, which is broadcast throughout the On Top of the World neighborhoods. (Channel 19 is broadcast for residents of Candler and Indigo.) Look there and on our website for updates, announcements, etc. Being able to communicate with you is most important! You can always call us at 854-3652, too! 2 Winter, 2008 Master the Possibilities Goes “ON-LINE” The popular Master the Possibilities education program continues to grow by leaps and bounds. We expect over 15,000 enrollments this year. In order to make class registration easier and more convenient, we have added ON-LINE registrations beginning at 8:00 a.m. on December 27th for Winter (Jan-Mar) classes. We will continue to take phone registrations and walk-ins. This is simply another way to allow students to register at their convenience! To register on-line, follow these step-by-step instructions: 1. Go to www.MasterthePossibilities.com. 2. To view classes without registering as a member or student simply click Class Schedule on the menu. Select the month you wish to view. Classes are listed chronologically. 3. T  o enroll for classes online you must be a member. To register as a new member, click Log In on the main menu and then click Register at the bottom of the page. Fill in all blanks on registration form and click Sign Up. As a returning member you will simply click Log In and enter your User Name and Password. (There’s no charge for membership.) 4. To register for a class click Class Schedule in the main menu. Select the month you wish to view. Classes are listed chronologically. Click on the class name. Click Register for this Class. You will notice that on the right hand side of the screen you can see the number of seats available for the class. If there are no seats available you can click Notify Me and you will receive an email notifying you if a seat opens. If you wish to withdraw from this class, click Cancel This Class to remove it from your schedule. 5. To view any classes you are registered for or to make changes to your account, Log In and click My Account. Here you can view or print any classes that you are currently enrolled in. You can also withdraw from a class at any time. 6. Classes registered for on-line will continue to be paid for at the Education Office before or at the beginning of the class. If you are an On Top of the World resident, please remember to bring your ID when paying for your class. 7. If you are registered online and a change occurs to your class, we will notify you via email or by phone (if you do not have email). The message will come from the address MTPUpdates@otowfl.com (this is a non-reply email). Please add this to your contacts to avoid notifications going into your junk mail. Register early — our classes fill quickly! Thanks for your continued support — See you in class! 3 Winter, 2008 Cell Phones 101 Instructor(s): Brandon Verhalen Classroom: 2 Wednesday, January 9, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM OR 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM TVs for the Utterly Confused Instructor(s): Brandon Verhalen Classroom: 2 Wednesday, January 9, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM OR 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Survivor’s Spanish Instructor(s): Carolina Colen Classroom: 3 Thursday, January 10, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Adult CPR and Defibrillation Instructor(s): Norm Scott Classroom: 4 Friday, January 11, 2008 OR Friday, February 15, 2008 OR Tuesday, March 4, 2008 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Thinking about buying a cell phone but are confused by the plans and equipment? Have a cell phone but aren’t “tech savvy?” Join Brandon for an hour of cell phone basics. Make the phone meet your needs and understand much more than you do now. This is a “plain talking” approach in (mostly) non-technical language. If you have a phone...bring it along. Plenty of time for questions and answers. (Class size is limited.) E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Contemplating buying a new TV? Want a flat screen? What are the advantages and drawbacks? Know the difference between LCD and Plasma? Will you need a tuner...extra equipment? How will new regulations impact your TV viewing? How about DVD’s and TIVO? Confused? Stop by this class! (Class size is limited.) E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Meets 1/10, 1/17 & 1/24. Planning a trip to a Spanish speaking country? Want to know enough of the language to make your concerns, needs and requests known? Be able to pick up the gist of conversations and show your interest in another culture. This class will help you to be a better “tourist” and perhaps neighbor. This is a basic class for those who have no knowledge of Spanish. Informative and FUN! E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $20 Non-resident $25 On Top of the World Communities strives to be a safe place. To this end, we would like to ensure that as many people as possible have the skills to save lives. The Adult CPR and Defibrillation class provides the knowledge and skills necessary to help out in critical situations. Taught by certified instructor, Norm Scott, this 3-hour training concludes with a test that can result in certification. (Note: This course will incorporate the new requirements for CPR. Classes are limited to 6 participants.) E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $25 Non-resident $30 Don’t forget to log on to...www.MasterthePossibilities.com for the class schedule and latest information on our education program! 4 Winter, 2008 Florida Week Monday – Friday, January 14 – 18, 2008 Monday Thursday Culinary Series: Old Florida Cuisine Florida Artists Employment Workshop The Yearling: Book and Film Florida History Florida Literature: A Brief Overview Vegetarian Cooking: Florida Fare: Fruits and Vegetables Tuesday Friday Be a Successful School Volunteer or Substitute Teacher in Marion County Florida’s Botanical Gardens Legal Series: Florida Law Florida Decorating 101 Perfect Plants for Marion County The Thoroughbreds of Marion County: An Overview You Be the Editor! Wednesday Entomology: The Science of Bugs Register for one or all — See you in class! Florida Birds: An Introduction Marion County User’s Guide Veterinary Medicine: Florida Wildlife Culinary Series Instructor(s): Chef Dave Bland Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Monday, January 14, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Old Florida Cuisine — A taste of early Florida. Recipes from the Minorcans, the early Spanish settlers in the oldest city. Monday, February 4, 2008 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Cooking for Better Health — Preparing food where the Food is the king! Natural, organic and purist cooking Monday, March 17, 2008 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Fish and Seafood — Fish and shellfish preparation, buying and cooking E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 per class Register for classes on-line at...www.MasterthePossibilities.com It’s fast and easy! 5 Winter, 2008 Employment Workshop Instructor(s): John Murphy Classroom: 3 Monday, January 14, 2008 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Florida History Instructor(s): Kathleen Dobronyi Classroom: 1 Monday, January 14, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Florida Literature: A Brief Overview Instructor(s): Guy Bruno Classroom: 2 Monday, January 14, 2008 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Birding By Ear: A Preview Instructor(s): Norman Lantz Classroom: 2 Tuesday, January 15, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Thinking about re-entering the workforce? Has it been a while since you had to do a resume? Do you remember effective interviewing techniques? Do you know what to do after the interview? Want to meet with others who are looking for local employment? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this workshop is for you! E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Dunnellon and surrounding areas were sure hopping back in the day. Why there were phosphate diggings, lumbering and turpentining. Plenty of happenings, plenty of folks, plenty of stories. Come and hear more about “Dolores Cribbs” and her family in Florida’s history. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Did you know that the world-famous writer, Tom Williams, lived in Florida for over 30 years? In fact, do you know who Tom Williams is?? In this fun and informative presentation, you’ll not only learn who Tom is, but you will be introduced to comedy, romance, crime thrillers and classic authors, as well as an author in the unusual genre of “fictional memoir,” all hailing from the great state of Florida. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Central Florida is a treasure trove of unique and interesting birds. However, the lush year-round foliage which attracts them also serves as a major deterrent in spotting them. Being able to sort out and identify simple bird songs and calls gives you an invaluable “tool” to enhance everyday birding opportunities. A simple “chink” or “pic” note can tell you what to look for and where to look. This presentation affords you the opportunity to preview an in-depth study of bird songs and sounds. A one hour presentation, this class will introduce the tools helpful to all who are interested in learning to identify birds by the species specific sounds they make. It might be a grunt, a twitter or a cheep to you, but it means a lot more to our feathered friends. You will enjoy this fascinating hobby even more when you know who “they” are what “they” are saying! Those who have registered for the seven-session class Birding By Ear: Birding 401 to begin January 29, 2008 and have ordered a copy of “Birding By Ear” tapes or CD’s will be able to pick them up at this introductory session. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Don’t forget to log on to...www.MasterthePossibilities.com for the class schedule and latest information on our education program! 6 Winter, 2008 Florida’s Botanical Gardens Instructor(s): Kathleen Patterson Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Our state is home to several outstanding botanical gardens — some as close as around the corner. Kathy Patterson’s presentation will include a number of the best gardens you can (and should) visit. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Tuesday, January 15, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Legal Series Instructor(s): Jerry Colen Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Tuesday, January 15, 2008 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Florida Law — Have you ever wondered what there is about Florida laws that may be different than the laws of some other state — perhaps the state where you used to live? Attorney Jerry Colen will be here to discuss some of Florida’s laws that may have a significant impact on you. Included in his discussion will be topics such as Florida Homestead and Florida Homestead Exemption, the Save Our Homes Cap, Revocable Trusts, Florida Probate proceedings and Florida taxes. As always, Jerry will stay to answer your questions. Tuesday, February 12, 2008 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Advance Directives: End of Life Decision Making — Given the biomedical advances and proliferation of laws, we need to address this very important topic in a thoughtful and objective fashion. In this presentation, attorney Jerry Colen will frame the issues and help us understand the actions that need to be taken. With plenty of time for questions and answers, he will go step by step through a sample “living will.” Tuesday, March 11, 2008 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Avoid Probate: The Legal Way — During this session we will look at ways one can own and use property and actually avoid probate proceedings involving these assets. While nothing “new” will be discussed, these strategies are usually not covered in the popular “seminars” on this subject. And of course, all of this is perfectly legal. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 per class Parking at MTP Parking at MTP Education Center is available in the back of the building with handicap access. 7 Winter, 2008 Perfect Plants for Marion County Instructor(s): Kathleen Patterson Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Join Master Gardener Kathy Patterson as she discusses the best plants for your own Marion County landscape. Kathy will give examples of annuals, perennials, drought tolerant-natures and other species that can thrive in your own backyard! E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Tuesday, January 15, 2008, OR Thursday, February 21, 2008 OR Thursday, March 13, 2008 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Entomology: The Science of Bugs Instructor(s): Tom Miller Classroom: 1 Wednesday, January 16, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Florida Birds: An Introduction Instructor(s): Norman Lantz Classroom: 2 Wednesday, January 16, 2008 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Insects are an integral part of our ecology — especially here in Florida. Tom Miller is an entomologist with over three decades of teaching experience. Join him as he presents insights into these creatures, their habitat and habits and their place in our ecology — a fascinating subject! E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 New to birding? New to birding in Florida? Having difficulty in coaxing those first few birds to your backyard? Could be the feed or the feeders you are using, or both! We’ll look at some successful ways to attract many more varieties and help you identify your newfound “feathered friends.” This brief introductory look at attracting and identifying the birds of central Florida will prove an invaluable resource and serve as an introduction to the many wonderful birding classes being offered through Master the Possibilities. Come join the fun! E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 “Gator Gal” visits MTP During Florida week (January 14-18) we will have a special exhibit on Wednesday, January 16 from 2-4 pm here at the MTP Education Center. Please stop by and meet Lana Adele Baader. Lana is a wildlife photographer and the author of Gator Pond, a children’s book. During the exhibit she will autograph books and display some outstanding photographs of Florida wildlife. Lana has spoken to numerous groups throughout Florida. Please join us. Don’t forget to log on to...www.MasterthePossibilities.com for the class schedule and latest information on our education program! 8 Winter, 2008 Veterinary Medicine Series Instructor(s): Dr. Tom Lane Classroom: 1 Wednesday, January 16, 2008 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Florida Wildlife — Our state has some of the most diverse, interesting and vibrant wildlife in the United States. Join veterinarian Dr. Tom Lane in a discussion and overview of the creatures that share our state. Wednesday, February 13, 2008 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Human Animal Bond — The bond that exists between humans and animals is an extraordinary one. Join Dr. Tom Lane in a fascinating discussion of this phenomenon. His insights from over 40 years of veterinary practice and research combined with your experience will make this a memorable interchange. Wednesday, March 5, 2008 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Animals and Ethics — Animals are companions and they can also be food sources. How do we treat these creatures? What are our responsibilities? Is there such a thing as “animal rights?” This is a sensitive and controversial topic that has become a 21st century issue. Join veterinarian Dr. Tom Lane as he discusses the nuisance of this topic. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Marion County User’s Guide Instructor(s): Chamber of Commerce Classroom: 1 Resident FREE Non-resident $5 per class Whether you are new to this area or just want to gain more insight into Marion County, this seminar is fact filled, interesting and fun! Representatives from the Chamber of Commerce will provide an overview of Ocala and Marion County as well as respond to your questions. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Wednesday, January 16, 2008 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Florida Artists Instructor(s): Marsha Evans Classroom: 1 Thursday, January 17, 2008 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Come join artist and educator Marsha Evans for a PowerPoint journey through the state as she introduces you to current Florida artists via examples of their work. All visual media (except moving film) will be represented. So… if you are merely curious, an arts buff or a serious collector, come join us and see what’s new on the Florida visual arts scene. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Register for classes on-line at...www.MasterthePossibilities.com It’s fast and easy! 9 Winter, 2008 The Yearling: Book and Film Instructor(s): Dr. Pat Wellington Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Marjorie K. Rawlings was one of our most famous neighbors. Her classic book The Yearling was made into a wonderful film. Join Dr. Pat Wellington for a brief context; then view this movie. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Thursday, January 17, 2008 1:00 PM Vegetarian Cooking Series Instructor(s): Chef Paulette Prudhon Classroom: 1 Thursday, January 17, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Florida Fare: Fruits and Vegetables from A to Z — Florida is flush with produce including the familiar from avocados to zucchini and the exotic from ackee to yuca. Come take a market tour exploring Florida’s finest fruits and vegetables for what’s in season and how to prepare your fresh picks. Thursday, February 14, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Wholesome Hues for Healthy Eating: The Color Wheel of Health — Did you know that the color on your plate matters? In fact, color cues you in to freshness, appeal, and most importantly — nutritional value of fruits and veggies. Using the “Color Wheel of Health,” a valuable tool following the spectrum of the rainbow, Chef Paulette will take you on a colorful journey exploring how each powerful pigment inside your produce is linked with decreased risks of certain diseases. Learning what fresh foods to choose and how to choose them is a great start to great health. Thursday, March 13, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Sumptuous Sea “Food”: A Vegetarian Approach — If you hunger for something from the sea but don’t want to eat seafood, how about sea vegetables? Sea vegetables, more commonly known as seaweed, have been an important food source in Asian countries since antiquity and are the hidden stabilizers and thickeners in today’s commercially processed foods. Rich in minerals as well as some vitamins, amino acids and trace elements, sea vegetables are worthy additions to any diet. Join this class to discover the secrets of the sea’s own produce from agar-agar to wakame and how to use it in some delicious, nutritious recipes. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 per class Don’t forget to log on to...www.MasterthePossibilities.com for the class schedule and latest information on our education program! 10 Winter, 2008 Visiting Professors MTP continues to bring you some outstanding faculty from out of the area. This winter is no exception! Professor Vincent Boudreau, chair of the Political Science Department at CCNY and Director of the Colen Powell Institute will be speaking here on February 29. He will speak on emerging nations in Asia as well as the work of the Colin Powell Institute. This is a very unique opportunity to get insights that go beyond the news. Professor Patrick Keane will once again join us during the week of March 17. Not coincidentally, his topic of Irish history and literature will be most appropriate. Pat was with us last year for “Irish Week.” We hope you’ll take advantage of these experts — I’m sure they will enjoy their classes. . . and you! Be a Successful School Volunteer or Substitute Teacher in Marion County Instructor(s): Dr. Fred Tarolli Classroom: 2 Do something different that will positively impact the lives of children. Become a substitute teacher or school volunteer and invest in America’s future. Fred Tarolli will give you an overview of what is needed. This course is for anyone, but especially for retirees who have life experiences and real world work skills to share with today’s students. You can choose the days, schools and instructional areas that you want to pursue. Join us to explore these rewarding opportunities. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $5 Non-resident $10 Friday, January 18, 2008 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Florida Decorating 101 Instructor(s): Ruth Dyer Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Friday, January 18, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Go inside the mind of a decorator for an exciting and informative presentation that explores the six steps involved in taking a room apart and putting it back together using design principles. For every frustrated decorator, or those who just love to learn, we will get to the heart of true Florida style and show you ways to incorporate it into your own home. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Register for classes on-line at...www.MasterthePossibilities.com It’s fast and easy! 11 Winter, 2008 The Thoroughbreds of Marion County: An Overview Instructor(s): Tom Sweeney Classroom: 4 and a field trip Session I Friday, January 18, 2008 AND Saturday, January 19, 2008 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM OR Session II Tuesday, March 11, 2008 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM AND Monday, March 17, 2008 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM You Be The Editor! Instructor(s): Dean Blinkhorn Classroom: 1 Friday, January 18, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM An Insider’s Guide to Dog Shows Instructor(s): Roberta Campbell Classroom: 1 Monday, January 21, 2008 OR Tuesday, March 18, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM A short drive from home in any direction will bring you past lush horse farms. No wonder that Ocala is called “The Horse Capital of the World!” In this introductory class you’ll learn the basics from breeding to the starting gate. This two-part course will be divided into classroom time and a field trip. Session I field trip will be to the world-famous Ocala Breeders Sale. Session II field trip will be to the Special Sale at Adena Springs Farm. (Many of these equine athletes will fetch upwards of $100,000!) You are living in horse country, and this is a great primer on the sport of kings... and queens! E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 Resident $40 per session or register on-line Non-resident $50 per session Join Editor-In-Chief Dean Blinkhorn as he summarizes the mission statement of Ocala Style magazine, the area’s premier lifestyle publication. This will also be an opportunity for you to critique the publication and provide potential story ideas for future issues. This should be a lively and informative session. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Roberta Campbell knows dogs. She was an AKC licensed professional handler and has years of experience judging dog shows in Europe, Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. Learn why we have shows, what the standards and regulations and the performance activities are and what a judge looks for. This class provides fascinating insight into a professional world that is little understood by outsiders. As an added bonus, you may want to attend one of these shows: Greater Gainesville Dog Fanciers Show January 26 and 27 and Seminole Dog Fanciers Show March 22 and 23. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Don’t forget to log on to...www.MasterthePossibilities.com for the class schedule and latest information on our education program! 12 Winter, 2008 “Onomastics”: The Science of Names Instructor(s): Dr. Norman Berdichevsky Classroom: 2 Session I — The origin of British (English, Scottish, Welsh, and Irish) Family Names Tuesday, January 22, 2008 AND Thursday, January 24, 2008 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session II — The origin of German-Jewish and Scandinavian Family Names Tuesday, February 5, 2008 AND Thursday, February 7, 2008 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM New to Medicare? Instructor(s): Kathy Ducz Classroom: 2 Tuesday, January 22, 2008, OR Tuesday, February 12, 2008 OR Tuesday, March 4, 2008 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Keeping Current on Events Instructor(s): Doris Knight Classroom: 2 Wednesday, January 23, 2008, OR Wednesday, February 20, 2008 OR Wednesday, March 12, 2008 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Most of us just take our family names for granted, yet practically all English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh, German-Jewish and Scandinavian family names originated as an occupation, geographic location and family relationship (mostly parentage). These names were required by law and the needs of the tax authorities beginning in the 12th or 13th century. Most people who had a choice chose names that answered the questions what does he/she do? Whose son/daughter is he/she? Where is he/she from? What does he/she look like? When our forefathers chose these surnames (family names) there was no idea of their being long-lasting or for ever. It is hard to underrate the importance of our family name. It was Shakespeare’s character Othello who said . . . “ he that filches from me my good name robs me of that which enriches him not but makes me poor indeed” and the German philosopher Goethe who likened our family name...”not to a cloak loosely hanging about one but a tailor fitted suit that cannot be stretched without injury to the wearer.” E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 Resident $15 per session or register on-line Non-resident $20 per session Do you need some guidance navigating Medicare A, B, D and Medicare Choice Plans? Do you know if your doctor accepts “assignment?” Do you know what preventative services are available to “new” Medicare enrollees? A seminar for those who will become eligible for Medicare this year will answer these and other questions and get you started in the right direction. (Enrollment is limited to 20 students.) E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident FREE Join Doris Knight for a guided (yet free wheeling) look at the events of the month. These discussions allow you to learn and share in a very stimulating environment. Doris has led these sessions in the past, and they have been very useful in breaking down complex issues. This is a wonderful opportunity to share, discuss and learn. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Register for classes on-line at...www.MasterthePossibilities.com It’s fast and easy! 13 Winter, 2008 SUDOKO: Explained (at last) These little “number puzzles” have become a phenomenon. Join Tom Miller in a fun class that can provide strategies, insights and advice on how to solve these teasers. Sudoko should be fun — not maddening. Instructor(s): Tom Miller Classroom: 1 E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $3 Non-resident $5 Wednesday, January 23, 2008 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Film Series Instructor(s): Dr. Joan Navarre Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Gone with the Wind (1939) Thursday, January 24, 2008 • 1:00 PM Join Dr. Joan Navarre for “The Golden Age of Cinema.” The movies are scheduled in order to view them within a specific historical context: the timeline of World War II and America’s subsequent entry in 1941. We will investigate what makes these films “classics” and why the year 1939 remains the most celebrated year in the history of film. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 per class Citizen Kane (1941) Thursday, January 31, 2008 • 1:00 PM Casablanca (1942) Thursday, February 21, 2008 • 1:00 PM Stagecoach (1939) Thursday, March 6, 2008 • 1:00 PM Wuthering Heights (1939) Thursday, March 13, 2008 • 1:00 PM The Maltese Falcon (1941) Thursday, March 20, 2008 • 1:00 PM FRAUD and YOU Instructor(s): Detective Eric Dice & Alicia Porter Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center .0 7 * & Hear law enforcement describe actual cases of fraud and check schemes going on in our local community. Learn how your bank account may be susceptible to these schemes and what you can do to stop it. Think you’re alone with your computer? Think again! Learn how to protect yourself from risk. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Thursday, January 24, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Don’t forget to log on to...www.MasterthePossibilities.com for the class schedule and latest information on our education program! 14 Winter, 2008 Birding By Ear: Birding 401 Instructor(s): Norman Lantz Classroom: 4 Tuesday, January 29, 2008 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Meets 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/4 & 3/11. “What bird is making that sound? I can hear it but I can’t see it.” Have you ever made that statement? If so, you could benefit greatly from an advanced birding class. When you complete this course you should be able to recognize the songs of most of the birds common to central Florida. Once you recognize the song of a particular bird you will know what you are looking for and where to look, adding greatly to your enjoyment on bird walks, while playing golf, sitting by the pool, working in the yard or just being outdoors. Participants will need to purchase a copy of “Birding by Ear: Eastern/Central” which is available in either three cassettes or compact discs and can be obtained through the instructor at wholesale cost. The tapes/ cd’s introduce 85 of the most common species in the eastern United States. This course should be beneficial to “rookies” as well as experienced birders who want to improve their identification skills. It will be light and entertaining but very educational. Course includes six classroom sessions and one field trip to test your newly learned skills. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Book Club Series Instructor(s): Dr. Pat Wellington Classroom: 2 The Brethren by John Grisham Tuesday, January 29, 2008 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Resident $40 Non-resident $50 The Master the Possibilities Book Club has had wonderful success and we will continue this momentum in the Winter. Dr. Pat Wellington is our facilitator. Her interest and insights make this a most popular course in our community. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn and share! E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 per class The Amber Room by Steve Berry Tuesday, February 26, 2008 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM The Naked and the Dead by Norman Mailer Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM The Dragon and Her Neighbors: Asian Nations That Will Shape Our Century Instructor(s): Dr. Joe Coffey/Bill Stubb Classroom: 2 Tuesday, January 29, 2008 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Meets 1/29, 1/30, 2/26, 2/27, 3/25, & 3/26. In this “double series”, Dr. Joe Coffey and career Foreign Services Officer, Bill Stubbs will each present a 1 1/2 hour class once a month. Joe will discuss China, particularly its economy — the fastest growing in the history of the world. What is the future of China...and our relationship to it? Bill will focus on several nations of the Pacific Rim. Join him for an overview of the area, its history from colonial period and WWII to independence and the status of selected nations today. As an added bonus, Professor Vin Boudreau, Director of the Colin Powell Institute will have a special class with students who participated in this series only. Registration covers the entire 6 classes plus the bonus. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $35 Non-resident $45 15 Winter, 2008 Identity Theft: Protect Yourself Instructor(s): Kevin Ledzian Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Wednesday, January 30, 2008 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States. Every day, people have personal information stolen and the results can be devastating. In this informative workshop, you will learn how identity theft occurs and, most importantly, how you can take steps to prevent it. This is an extremely valuable presentation. In the past three years, there has been a 186% increase in identify thefts. Don’t let this happen to you! E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Psychology Series Instructor(s): Dr. Jim Chandler Classroom: 1 Thursday, January 31, 2008 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM What’s Normal? What’s Moral? — Dr. Jim Chandler first presented his concepts of “What’s Normal? What’s Moral?” in August of 2006, and we are repeating the class in response to your requests. Jim presents a clinical psychologist’s view of how we develop our concepts of normality and morality in a humorous, but enlightening, manner. Do you think normality and morality are the same on the West Coast, in the Midwest, or on the East Coast? Could your concept of normality and morality change almost overnight? Are you a model of normality and morality? Come and find out! Thursday, February 14, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Psychological Aspects of a Wise, Enjoyable Retirement — Most of us looked forward to our retirement from full-time work, anticipating more opportunities for play. And most of us be became involved in some type of financial planning for retirement. But how many of us planned for the psychological and emotional ups and downs of such a drastic change? Who are we, now that we have retired? How do we judge our success in retirement, and what can we reasonably expect to accomplish in our remaining years? How have our roles and relationships with our spouse, extended family and friends changed? What can we predict for the future? Have out strengths and resources changed? Are we ready for the inevitable health problems to come? Dr. Jim Chandler, retired police psychologist, will lead you through filling out some quizzes which will assess your current status and will provide advice and guidelines for correcting your retirement problem areas. Finally, he will conduct a retirement therapy session as an example of stress reduction techniques. Thursday, March 13, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Reflections of a Police Psychologist — Dr. Chandler was one of the original police psychologists in the nation. He will review various aspects of police psychology, including hostage negotiation, response to shooting and death calls, crime investigation (including murder, child molesting, police misconduct, etc.), law enforcement selection, forensic hypnosis, interrogation and interviewing, and other topics. Are the TV shows accurate? E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 per class Don’t forget to log on to...www.MasterthePossibilities.com for the class schedule and latest information on our education program! 16 Winter, 2008 Power Shift: The Next Superpower Instructor(s): Dr. M. Keith Nadel Classroom: 1 Never before in recorded history has a nation so dominated the world with its origins, philosophy, deeds and actions as the United States has in the 20th Century. Yet now at the beginning of the 21st Century, the US is being challenged by would-be successors (who predate 1492). Join Dr. M. Keith Nadel as he sets the stage for this critical period in our history and world history. What will emerge . . . who will be the next SUPERPOWERS . . .? Friday, February 1, 2008 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Thoroughbred Racing: An Introduction to the Business Instructor(s): Tom Sweeney Classroom: 4 Tuesday, February 5, 2008 AND Wednesday, February 6, 2008 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Spanish: Beyond Surviving Instructor(s): Carolina Colen Classroom: 3 Thursdays, February 7, 14 & 21, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Resident FREE Non-resident $5 This course will provide you with an introduction to the thoroughbred business. Topics will include purchasing, partnerships, stables, syndications, pedigrees, reading a racing form and handicapping. There will also be a large dose of history and racing facts. What horse was purchased for $17,500 and valued at $120,000,000 at stud? What local horse was purchased at $425,000 and sold for $16,000,000 nine months later? Plenty of time for Q & A, too! E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $40 Non-resident $50 Are you somewhat familiar with the language? Have you taken the “Survivor’s Class?” Let’s take it a step further. Join/re-join Carolina for a bit more. Become more comfortable “hablando español.” E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $20 Non-resident $25 idioma inteligente educación Register for classes on-line at...www.MasterthePossibilities.com It’s fast and easy! 17 Winter, 2008 The Living Art of Bonsai Wednesday – Saturday, February 6 – 9, 2008 For over 2000 years the art of Bonsai has combined aesthetics, horticulture and philosophy into the cultivation of miniature trees of exceptional beauty. The Marion Bonsai Society in conjunction with Master the Possibilities Education Center offers a unique opportunity to view and learn more about this living art form. An exhibit of Bonsai trees will take place in the Education Center, February 6 – 9 from 10 AM – 4 PM. Members of the Society will be present to answer any questions. Daily (Wednesday – Saturday), there will be introductory presentations on the basics of Bonsai at 1:00 PM in classroom 1. In addition, demonstrations will be held Thursday and Saturday at 10:30 AM also in classroom 1. The exhibit, presentations and workshops are free. Kindly register for the presentations/workshops through the Master the Possibilities Education Center. Wednesday The Beauty of the Art of Bonsai — An Introduction Thursday The Beauty of the Art of Bonsai — An Introduction The Beauty of the Art of Bonsai — Demonstration 1 Friday The Beauty of the Art of Bonsai — An Introduction The Beauty of the Art of Bonsai — Demonstration 2 Saturday The Beauty of the Art of Bonsai — An Introduction The exhibit is free and open to the public. Registration is required for classes. The Beauty of the Art of Bonsai Series Instructor(s): Peter Wood, David Van Buskirk, Barbara Chapman & Isabel Satlow Classroom: 1 Thursday, February 7, 2008, OR Friday, February 8, 2008 OR Saturday, February 9, 2008 1:00 PM An Introduction — Artist Peter Wood presents “Basic Bonsai-(bonsai), A Living Art of Illusion.” This class presents Bonsai history, styles, soils, watering, fertilizing and trees for the beginner. Thursday, February 7, 2008 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Demonstration 1 — Artist David Van Buskirk, Bonsai Master, D & L Nursery presents “The life of a Bonsai.” This workshop will demonstrate the development of a Japanese style Bonsai, depicted in various life/art stages. Friday, February 8, 2008 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Demonstration 2 — Artists Barbara Chapman and Isabel Satlow, Bonsai Masters, present “Penjing Landscape.” This workshop will demonstrate the creation of a Chinese style landscape. 18 E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 per class Winter, 2008 Humor & Life Instructor(s): Dr. Bob O’Neal Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Tuesday, February 12, 2008 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Fire Department EMT Instructor(s): Chief M. Stuart McElhaney Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Wednesday, February 13, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Civil War Instructor(s): Jerry Colen Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Tuesdays, February 19, 26 & March 4, 2008 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Florida Friendly Landscaping Instructor(s): Kathleen Patterson Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Wednesday, February 20, 2008 OR Wednesday, March 19, 2008 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Most everyone would agree that humor and laughter are good for you both physically and mentally. This presentation is a review of humor and the positive impact that it can have on the quality of your life. Bob O’Neal will help you understand something about your sense of humor and whether or not you are using it to the best of your ability. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Marion County Fire Rescue (MCFR) is a progressive, professional fire rescue department dedicated to the health, safety and well-being of the community, providing excellent service, education and prevention in partnership with the citizens of Marion County. MCFR’s Fire Chief, M. Stuart McElhaney will be providing information on the following topics: 1) An overview of MCFR and the services it provides 2) Detailed information on how citizens can access these services 3) The progress MCFR has made on its 10-year plan since its adoption in 2001 and how these accomplishments may impact you. Please join us for this informative presentation. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 The American Civil War was the most momentous struggle in the history of the United States. When it was finally over, the American society founded by men such as Washington, Adams, Jefferson and Madison had been reshaped and is still being reshaped. Jerry Colen will discuss the war from its beginning at the Battle of Ft. Sumter through the Battles of Vicksburg and Gettysburg. He will tell us about the war and its major combatants. Jerry will ask us to suspend our knowledge of the outcome and journey with him, looking forward from 1861 where the outcome was uncertain, rather than looking backward in time and thinking that the outcome was inevitable. In fact, as Jerry will explain, the outcome was often in doubt and Northern victory was never assured. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $15 Non-resident $20 Whether you are new to On Top of the World Communities or just want to expand your knowledge of gardening in Florida, these workshops are for you! Kathleen Patterson is a Master Gardener and the Program Coordinator for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods in Marion County. This is part of The University of Florida Extension Services. Workshops will provide you with practical methods of managing your Florida garden and landscape. There will be ample time for your questions and answers. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 19 Winter, 2008 Genealogy Series Instructor(s): Kathleen Dobronyi Classroom: 2 Thursday, February 21, 28 & March 6, 2008 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Class 1: How my grandmother can be Hungarian, Czechoslovakian, and Slovakian while growing up in the same village? — There have been many changes in the borders of the Eastern European Countries caused by alliances, wars and ethnic groupings. Where do you look for ancestors within these changing borders, and in what country do you look for their legal records? Kathy Dobronyi will show how to use geography and history to help you discover these answers. Class 2: Why did they come? — The Push and Pull of Immigration--What brought people to immigrate to the United States at the turn of the 20th century? Understanding the causes that created a movement that almost doubled the population of the United States will help in genealogy research. Class 3: How did they come? — The Business of Immigration. Learn how the development of the steamships, railroads and the telegraph contributed to a mobile work force at the turn of the 20th century. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Crime Prevention Resident $25 Non-resident $35 Instructor(s): Metro Crime Prevention Classroom: 1 Crime prevention is everyone’s responsibility and Metro Crime Prevention provides interesting and practical presentations on what each of us can do to make our homes and communities safer. Join them as they provide valuable information and strategies you can incorporate into daily living. (Metro Crime Prevention is a non-profit community service organization developed by former law enforcement officers.) Friday, February 22, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Implications of Extra-Terrestrial Life Instructor(s): Dr. M. Keith Nadel Classroom: 1 Monday, February 25, 2008 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Resident FREE Non-resident $5 In a world of infinite possibilities, the science of Astrobiology emerges, offering options for extra-terrestrial life beyond our solar system. This challenges the current moral attitudes of scientific thought and offers a vast panorama of choices suggesting new forms of life. These life forms challenge current thought and the understanding/acceptance of them could be the basis of new rules governing life as we know it. The laws of probability support these contentions...but would religion accept such thought? And what about all the recent UFO sightings? Dr. M. Keith Nadel, who recently lectured on the 21st century super-powers, will literally take you out of this world by providing unique insight into out-ofspace thought. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Don’t forget to log on to...www.MasterthePossibilities.com for the class schedule and latest information on our education program! 20 Winter, 2008 Assisting Democracy: Post 911 Foreign Policy Instructor(s): Dr. Vincent Boudreau Classroom: Circle Square Cultural Center Friday, February 29, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Democracy assistance has assumed a more and more important role in America’s foreign relations over the past 20 years. In part, this reflects the politics that followed the cold war, and in part, it reflects the spread of new ideas about how democratic states act, and why it would be better (for the US and other democratic countries) if democracy spread. In important ways, however, 9/11 raised questions about democracy assistance and its role in America’s foreign relations. This talk examines how democracy promotion interacts with security concerns in recent US foreign policy. How do more urgent questions about US security affect democracy assistance policy, and how to alterations in that policy impact global politics? The talk draws on a series of meetings sponsored by the Colin Powell Center for Policy Studies at the City College of New York. In particular, the discussion will talk about the trade offs between democratic processes and democratic outcomes: what should happen if a democratic election brings a despot to power? Is it fair to bend the rules of democratic participation in order to insure that someone committed to democratic ideals comes to power? Have these considerations shaped the evolution of American foreign policy? Should they? E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Embassies Abroad: Who Needs ‘Em? Instructor(s): Bill Stubbs Classroom: 2 Thursday, March 13, 2008 AND Friday, March 14, 2008 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM Thoroughbred Racing: The Next Class Instructor(s): Tom Sweeney Classroom: 4 Thursday, March 13, 2008 AND Friday, March 14, 2008 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Resident FREE Non-resident $5 In these days of instant electronic communications, frequent summit meetings and multiple international organizations, why do we spend tax-payer money on embassies abroad? What purpose do these embassies serve; what do their staff members do? Bill Stubbs was a career Foreign Service Officer and served in diplomatic posts in 10 countries, including China, Vietnam and Thailand. In the first session he will deal with the functions of embassies abroad, while the second session will be devoted to some of Bill’s personal experiences and accomplishments overseas. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $20 Non-resident $25 Got the basics (Introduction to the Business)? Now let’s go to the next level. Learn about claiming, imports, different racetracks, trainers, jockeys and more. Assess the risks and consider the return on investment. Continuing with handicapping, you’ll receive more in-depth information on unique angles, lone speed, track conditions and equipment changes. You’ll be ready to “talk the talk” — horses that is — with anyone. Step up in class! E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $40 Non-resident $50 Register for classes on-line at...www.MasterthePossibilities.com It’s fast and easy! 21 Winter, 2008 Decorating ONE, TWO AND YOU Instructor(s): Alice Stewart Classroom: 2 We often find ourselves moving from a large home to smaller quarters. Alice Stewart has been an interior designer for 23 years. Her business, “Alice in Wonderland,” specialized in window treatments but this presentation will be comprehensive with plenty of time for Q & A. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Friday, March 14, 2008 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ireland in the 20th Century: The Interchange of History and Literature Instructor(s): Dr. Pat Keane Classroom: 1 Monday, March 17, 2008 AND Wednesday, March 19, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM In these sessions focused on twentieth-century Ireland, we will explore the interaction of art and politics. The “Irish Troubles” include the Easter Rising (1916); the War of Independence (1919-21); the controversial Anglo-Irish Treaty, signed in December 1921 at the conclusion of the conflict; and the tragic Irish Civil War (1922-23). We’ll also glance at the resurgence of the Troubles four decades later in the North. The initial Troubles will be explored in connection with selected political poems of the century’s preeminent poet, W. B. Yeats: “Easter 1916,” “The Second Coming” and his two poetic sequences, “Nineteen Hundreds and Nineteen” and “Meditations in Time of Civil War.” The Northern Troubles will be illuminated by reading poems by two of the major poets of the Northern Irish Renaissance: Seamus Heaney, Yeats’s successor as Nobel Laureate, and Derek Mahon, author of “A disused Shed in Co. Wexford,” considered by many the greatest single poem to have come out of Ireland since the death of Yeats. We will also view two films: THE TREATY, a 1991 docudrama co-produced by British and Irish television which focuses especially on the role played by the charismatic Michael Collins, and THE WIND THAT SHAKES THE BARLEY (2007), a powerful feature film that pits brother against brother during the transition between the War of Independence and the Irish Civil War. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Irish Culture: Selected Themes Instructor(s): Cate O’Brian Classroom: 1 Monday, March 17, 2008 AND Wednesday, March 19, 2008 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Resident $25 Non-resident $35 Come and discover what influences the Irish immigrants brought with them and what the modern culture in America has absorbed and retained. Learn a few phrases in the native Irish language of Gaelic, learn a few blessings, and maybe an old Irish curse for your enemies and enjoy a few songs from a long time ago. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $10 Non-resident $15 Don’t forget to log on to...www.MasterthePossibilities.com for the class schedule and latest information on our education program! 22 Winter, 2008 Plants of Sholom Park Instructor(s): Kathleen Patterson Classroom: Meet at Sholom Park Wednesday, March 26, 2008 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Vietnam Instructor(s): Kathleen Dobronyi Classroom: 1 Wednesday, March 26, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Ceramics Camp: What to Expect Instructor(s): Denise Christmas-Gibson Classroom: Studio B Thursday, January 10, 2008 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Beginning Clay: Hand Building Instructor(s): Gregory H. Smith Classroom: Studio B Mondays, January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26 & March 4, 2008 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Take a journey through paradise. The garden at Sholom Park is home to many species of plants, both native and drought tolerant. Enjoy a walking tour of the plant materials within Sholom Park followed by a discussion of the plants’ location and growing habits. Explore and learn in this beautiful venue…and experience a bit of serenity right around the corner. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Kathy Connor Dobronyi was a child who was a military dependent in South Vietnam before the U.S. was officially involved in military action. She is now a history teacher who tells the story of the ten months she lived in Saigon from 1963-64. Her written account has been published in the South Marion Citizen in eight-week installments. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 In this class, Denise Christmas-Gibson will introduce you to what she will be offering during the Winter season right here at Master the Possibilities Education Center. Look at her descriptions for both “Ceramics Camp” and “Glass Fusion — Basics and Beyond.” She will explain the curriculum, display samples and answer your questions. Before you start in earnest, we thought you’d like to learn about the classes. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Clay hand-building will incorporate multiple clay techniques. Beginning with the traditional pinch pot, students will then learn coil building and slab work. The final project will be a combined coil and slab piece approximately 12” in height. All pieces will be bisque fired and students will be taught how to glaze their vessels. All supplies provided. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $150 Non-resident $175 Register for classes on-line at...www.MasterthePossibilities.com It’s fast and easy! 23 Winter, 2008 Ceramics Camp Instructor(s): Denise Christmas-Gibson Classroom: Studio B Session I Thursdays, January 17, 24, 31 & February 7, 2008 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM OR Session II Thursdays, February 14, 21, 28 & March 6, 2008 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Glass Fusion: Basics and Beyond Instructor(s): Denise Christmas-Gibson Classroom: Studio B Welcome to the fun world of ceramics. Working on bisque (greenware that has already been cleaned and fired), you will complete five projects over the four week class. You’ll work with underglazes, specialty crystal paints and more to create really beautiful handmade projects. Although all class members will work on the same projects, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to add your own creative flare. All supplies and tools needed for the projects will be supplied. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 Resident $135 per session or register on-line Non-resident $150 per session Learn about the basics of fusing glass, the use of tools, glass design and firing techniques. Students will learn to cut glass and how to use a grinder and other tools for use in their own glass projects. All supplies and tools needed for the projects will be supplied. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 Resident $135 per session or register on-line Non-resident $150 per session Session I Thursdays, January 17, 24, 31 & February 7, 2008 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM OR Session II Thursdays, February 14, 21, 28 & March 6, 2008 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM Knitting 101 Instructor(s): Rita Miller Classroom: 3 Mondays & Wednesdays, January 21, 23, 28 & 30, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Knitting is a great way to express yourself creatively and maybe even relieve stress. But, you need to know the basics. In these four sessions, you will learn to knit, purl, cast on stitches, bind off stitches, increase and decrease. These techniques will allow you to made a dish cloth in class and perhaps start a simple scarf or cozy slippers. It will also give you the foundation for more involved projects. The class is limited to 6 students and is strictly for beginners or those who want to refresh basic knitting skills. Students should bring one set of needles — either size 6, 7, or 8 (the short 10 in. needles are preferred) and a skein of Lily-Sugar’n Cream cotton yarn for the dish cloth project. These items are available at Wal-Mart, JoAnn Fabric, Michaels, Hobby Lobby, etc. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line 24 Resident $25 Non-resident $35 Winter, 2008 Watercolor: Hands-On Experience Instructor(s): Ernestine Vicari Classroom: Studio A Wednesday, January 30, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Come out and Paint! Instructor(s): Nina Lovell Classroom: Studio A Mondays & Wednesdays, February 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 & 27, 2008 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Watercolor Workshop: An Introduction Instructor(s): Ernestine Vicari Classroom: Studio A Wednesday, February 20, 2008 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Watercolor for Beginners Instructor(s): Ernestine Vicari Classroom: Studio A Session I Wednesdays, February 27, March 5, 12 & 19, 2008 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM OR Session II Wednesdays, February 27, March 5, 12 & 19, 2008 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Interested in learning watercolor? Want to find out what it’s all about before investing in a workshop or class? Join artist/teacher Ernestine Vicari for a one hour hands-on presentation. With supplies provided, this fun experience will give you an idea of what you can expect in the full length classes. Who knows, this may be when you discover your hidden talent! E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident FREE Non-resident $5 Whether or not you have ever painted in acrylic or oil before, now is the time to begin or to continue. This class will include the basics in painting in both oil and acrylic. Learn the Rembrandt method in oil or acrylic techniques. Learn how to combine both acrylic and oil on the same canvas. Information on composition and technique will help you create in paint. Color theory will also be covered along with the Elements and Principles of Design. The sky is the limit. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $100 Non-resident $110 In this more intense experience Ernestine Vicari will work with students to introduce them to watercolor techniques. You will get a solid workshop experience that will, hopefully, render a work worthy of framing and an interest you’ll want to continue to pursue. Ernestine has done hundreds of these workshops and they are most well received. All materials provided. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Resident $75 Non-resident $85 If you would like classes spread out over a month — giving you time to practice between — this series is for you! Join Ernestine Vicari in this month long beginners program. We will provide the supplies necessary for you to participate . . . and make suggestions if you wish to purchase more. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn at your own pace. The studio will be available at other times during the week for you to practice. E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 Resident $85 per session or register on-line Non-resident $100 per session Register for classes on-line at...www.MasterthePossibilities.com It’s fast and easy! 25 Winter, 2008 Figurative Sculpture Instructor(s): Diane Podkomoski Classroom: Studio B Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19 & 26 2008 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM In this class you will learn how to combine raw materials and an idea into a figure — an art form — which represents some aspect of being human. You’ll better understand the process of fabric manipulation — going from flat fabric to full figure. We’ll sculpt a head then go on to make a dimensional and proportionate female body to support it. When finished, you’ll have created a full character. Simple machine sewing skills and a portable machine are required for this class. A complete material list will be available prior to the first class. (NOTE: This class is different from the figurative sculpture offered in Fall 07). E-Z Registration – Call 854-3699 or register on-line Basic Computer I Instructor(s): Stephanie Rohde Classroom: Computer Lab Tuesday, January 8, 2008 OR Tuesday, March 11, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Basic Computer II Instructor(s