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Lifelong learning classes are offered for
Boomers and retirees. Advance registration is required. Those
with no fee listed are free of charge. For information call 480-350-5211.
Accentuate the Positive-Learn how
positive and negative thoughts affect our lives and how our belief systems may
be limiting us. Learn the simple tools to make positive choices that create more
peace, joy and harmony in your life. Fee: $10.
8479 M 9/10-10/1 6:30pm
Pyle Adult Center
American Genealogy Research I-Who are
you really? Where did you come from? Who were your ancestors? Not everyone
descends from an Indian Princess or a president but most of our ancestors were
really interesting people who led amazing lives and dealt with unbelievable
hardships. Get started on your own research with this course. Fee: $30.
8057 M 9/10-11/5
9-11am Pyle Adult Center
The Basics of Prostate Cancer-Join
Bert Chamberland from Us TOO, a Prostate Cancer Education and Support
organization, as he discusses the prostate, what prostate cancer is and its
symptoms, detection and treatment options. Friends, family and significant
others are welcome to attend.
8027 W 9/12 10:30-11:30am
Pyle Adult Center
8029 W 9/12 6:30-7:30pm Pyle Adult
Center
Basic Mouse & Web Browsing Skills-Learn
how to click the mouse and navigate to objects on the computer screen, as well
as how to click and hold, click and drag, and double click the mouse buttons.
Fee: $15.
9065 W 10/10-10/31
9:30-10:30am Pyle Adult Center
Become a Tech Savvy Parent or
Grandparent-Learn about hardware including flash drives, Serial vs. USB
ports, the CPU, graphics cards, operating systems, etc. Also, learn the pros and
cons of parental control devices, the hottest trends for tech savvy kids this
holiday season, and learn how to determine if that tech toy or PC game is age
appropriate, educational and safe! This class encourages tech minded questions
on issues you have concerns with. Fee: $15. No class 11/21.
9066 W 11/7-11/28
12:30-1:30am Pyle Adult Center
The Causes and Cures of Carpal Tunnel
Syndrome-Find out the early warning signs of carpal tunnel syndrome,
exercises that can help, the do’s and don’ts of preventing Carpal Tunnel and
effective non-surgical approaches to relieve pain. Presented by Doctors’ Speaker
Bureau, Dr. Al Lundeen.
8035 T 9/25 7pm Pyle
Adult Center
Debunk the junk…Police Investigations
101-Want to see how a canine is trained to work with our Police or how the
horses are used for Mounted Patrol? Ever wondered what it’s like to be on the
SWAT team or how to solve a crime? Interested in “debunking” CSI or see what
gadgets and technology are used in reality? Join this informative 5 part lecture
series to learn more about our Police Department, see the dogs and horses in
training and ask questions of our police. Fee: $10.
8480 T 10/2-10/30 7 pm
Pyle Adult Center
Elderhostel Presentation-Come learn
how to be part of Elderhosteling, a great adventure through which seniors are
able to take advantage of inexpensive housing while attending classes in any
imaginable subject. Presented by Joan Silberschlag with Elderhostel. Fee: $5.
8052 T 10/23 7-8pm
Pyle Adult Center
Finding Your Passion and Purpose-Retired
but don’t know what to do? Using thought provoking exercises, you’ll look as far
back as childhood to recall what was fun and meaningful in your life and then
take a peek at the future. Your discoveries will point the way toward putting
passion and purpose back in your life. Fee: $15.
8059 W 10/24 & 10/31 10:30am-12pm
Pyle Adult Center
Flower Gardening-Colorful flowers can
brighten a desert garden throughout the year, if you know when and how to plant
the right varieties. Landscape architect and long-time flower gardener Judy
Mielke will show you which varieties of flowers do best in our climate, when to
plant them and how to care for your flower garden once it’s established. Fee:
$20.
8026 T 9/11 6:30-8pm
Pyle Adult Center
Foods in the Desert Plants-Have you
ever wondered what plants, bushes and cactus grow in our local desert are good
to eat? Join authors/chefs, Jean Groen & Donna Wells to find out what’s edible!
Fee: $5.
8042 M 10/15 6pm Pyle Adult
Center
Guaranteed Investing Class-This class
will discuss the secrets of annuities and describe ways to protect your
portfolio from market downturns, how to guarantee income and still reduce taxes,
how the formulas work behind annuities, avoid the sales glitz and when to avoid
annuities.
8469 W 10/24 10am Pyle Adult
Center
8470 Th 11/8 7pm Pyle Adult Center
Headaches: The Causes and Cures-Dr.
Al Lundeen will teach you about the causes of headaches and other nerve
dysfunctions. Learn about lifestyle changes that can help prevent, cure or
relieve pain and non-surgical approaches that are effective in relieving pain.
8036 T 10/23 7pm Pyle
Adult Center
How to Avoid Burnout-Avoiding burnout
begins with taking care of yourself on a mental and physical level. Victoria J.
Mogilner, certified acupuncturist will give you tips to replenish and regenerate
at a cellular level. Focus on Self Help with acupressure techniques for the
immune system, facial rejuvenation and letting go of pain using Tai Chi and
creative visualization. Fee: $5.
8039 M 12/10 6pm Pyle Adult
Center
How to Prevent On-The-Job Injuries-Learn
about musculoskeletal disorders and how to prevent them, following OSHA
requirements. Presented by Dr. Al Lundeen of the Nextlev Wellness Centre.
8038 T 12/11 7pm Pyle
Adult Center
Hummingbird & Butterfly Gardening-Enjoy
the lively antics of hummingbirds and butterflies by learning which plants and
kind of water source they prefer and how to arrange the landscape. Landscape
architect Judy Mielke will offer suggestions on plants for bloom throughout the
year as well as design tips. Fee: $20.
8028 T 10/30 6:30-8pm
Pyle Adult Center
Identity Theft-Identity theft occurs
when someone uses your personal information without your permission to commit
fraud or other crimes. This presentation by the Arizona Attorney General’s
Office will better prepare you to protect yourself from this serious crime.
8053 W 9/19 10:30-11:15am
Pyle Adult Center
Long Term Care-Presented by Raymond
Spatti, Ph.D. Learn how the Long Term Care (LTC) system works. Get current facts
about Medicare provisions and Medicaid spend down rules, how to extend your
independence, how costs are computed, different ways to design a policy, how to
project and reduce costs, and alternative ways to protect yourself without
buying LTC insurance, companies to avoid, when NOT to get LTC insurance.
8471 W 10/17 10am Pyle Adult
Center
8498 Th 11/1 7pm Pyle Adult Center
Low Back Pain: The Causes and Cures-Winning
techniques that help improve performance and eliminate risk of injury. Come hear
how serious injuries occur, how to prevent injuries and learn exercises to help
prevent or relieve pain.
8037 T 11/13 7pm Pyle
Adult Center
Matinee Madness-Every Friday we’ll
take a look back at the films, actors and actresses that have defined classic
cinema followed by an informal discussion. In September we’ll show classic
leading men: Humphrey Bogart in Casablanca, Cary Grant in His Girl Friday,
Marlon Brando in A Streetcar Named Desire, and Spencer Tracy in Woman of the
Year. No registration necessary.
F 9/7-12/28
12:30pm Pyle Adult Center
Memory Screening Event-Do you
sometimes draw a blank about someone’s name or where you put your keys? Find out
more about your own memory with a one-on-one screening. From Banner Alzheimer’s
Institute. Fee: $5.
8050 W 10/3 9am-1pm
Pyle Adult Center
The Mining and Mineral Heritage of
Arizona-Dick Zimmerman from Friends of the Arizona Mining and Mineral
Museum, will discuss the history of the museum, its mineral displays and the
organization’s mission and accomplishments. Learn about Arizona’s rich mineral
diversity and its important role as a mining state.
8045 W 10/17 10:30-11am Pyle
Adult Center
Recipes for Brain Health-This program
will discuss the latest information related to maintaining a healthy brain and
assist participants to customize the “recipe” that is best for them. Presented
by Banner Alzheimer’s Institute. Fee: $2.
8048 W 9/5 10-11am
Cahill Senior Center
Southeast Asian Cooking Class-Interesting
look at regional cooking techniques and food. At least two recipes will be
demonstrated and tasted. Fee: $10 for RTA members; $12 for non-members.
8058 Th 10/11 11am-1pm
Cahill Senior Center
Stress Management for Healthy Aging-This
6-week program will cover strategies that use the connection between the mind
and the body to help reduce your stress, decrease physical symptoms, improve
mood, and increase your positive outlook on life. Presented by ASU Clinical
Psychology Department. Fee: $50.
8055 W 9/19-10/24 6-8pm
Pyle Adult Center
Travel Around the World with Food-Learn
all about our love affairs with food and travel, plus cooking secrets. Maralyn
Hill, author/chef will reveal cooking secrets of the French Master Chef Herve’
Laerent. Fee: $5.
8041 M 10/1 6pm Pyle
Adult Center
Top Ten Consumer Scams-Arm yourself
with the latest information about consumer scams such as predatory lending, auto
purchases and repairs, door-to-door sales and prize notification scams.
Presented by the Arizona Attorney General’s Office. Fee: $2.
8049 W 10/3 10-11:15am
Cahill Senior Center
A True WWII Story-Told in person by
Sgt. William K. Kollar, this incredible story of being shot down on a bombing
mission over Austria on April 2, 1944. Bill spent several weeks with the
Yugoslavia underground and lived to tell his adventures. This story recounts the
human tragedy and captures the human spirit of our struggle for world peace.
Fee: $3.
8043 Th 9/27 10am Pyle
Adult Center
Vacation Home Exchanging-Vacation
home exchanging connects people in destination cities across the world, letting
them trade residences for the length of their vacations. This presentation will
discuss the how to’s and the pros and cons of home exchanging from an
experienced “exchanger”.
8472 T 10/2 7pm Pyle
Adult Center
When Hearing Aids Are Not Enough-For
many even the most advanced and powerful hearing aids cannot provide an adequate
solution to hearing loss. This presentation will explain different types of
hearing loss, as well as the amazing, innovative technology of cochlear implants
that may help when hearing aids are not enough. Fee: $2.
8051 W 11/7 10-11:15am CSC
Wisdom Seekers-Learn the skills to
move from age-ing to sage-ing. Develop that part of yourself that was buried
during the second phase of life (raising children, building a career and
developing material security). Learn to fulfill your new life purpose designed
for the third phase of your life. Discover the secrets of becoming a wise elder
in your family, community and the world. Fee: $20.
8030 T 9/11-11/27
9-10am Pyle Adult Center
8034 S 9/29-10/6
9am-4pm Pyle Adult Center
Live Well Health Series-Sponsored by
Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital, this series will feature information from health
experts/professionals, free screenings and the opportunity to ask questions. 3rd
Wednesday of each month at the Pyle Adult Center. Advanced registration is
required. For more information, call 480-350-5211.
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