Community Education Classes courses - [Office for Workforce, Professional & Community Education

Adobe Photoshop: A Practical Approach to Shooting, Editing and Finalizing Photos

This course is designed for photographers with basic to intermediate level photography skills. Students will learn to shoot and then creatively finalize images. Topics to be covered include camera functions, basic color correcting, cropping, retouching and finalizing images using some advanced techniques with layering. Students will have the opportunity to shoot on location and apply techniques learned in class to create amazing and one-of-a-kind works of art.

Instructor:
Brian Duram, Duram Photography

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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American Sign Language (ASL) - Beginner

Participants will be introduced to the basic receptive and expressive skills of ASL, including signs, conversation strategies, facial expression, and much more! We will reinforce what is learned through fun interactive activities, as well as explore and gain knowledge about the history of Deaf Culture and ASL.

Instructor:
Kimberly Smith, Staff Interpreter, Wichita State University

Text is included in the fee.

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Bangles and Beads

Do you love jewelry and wearing bracelets? Would you like to learn how to make your own? If so, this class is perfect for you! Join us for some creativity and culturally inspired art making. We will learn about African and Indian traditions through handmade wearable art/jewelry inspired by the Maasai tribe beading tradition (from central and Southern Kenya and Northern Tanzania) and Indian paper mache with colorful combinations. You will get to choose your own color combinations and adornments and learn how to make paper beads for future projects. This will be a make and take experience. At the end of class you will take home your own handcrafted bracelet! No prior experience required. Cost includes supplies.

Instructor:

Marie Taylor, Valley Center Art Teacher, OatK12 Teachers Art Facebook Group Administrator and Power to the Girls Online Workshop Instructor

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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Basic DSLR/Bridge Camera Class

Learn the basics of DSLR/Bridge camera photography. You'll explore what all the buttons and settings mean and how to use them. This class will also cover simple composition techniques to make your photographs look amazing. Students will have the opportunity to shoot locations such as WSU, Downtown Wichita, the Keeper of the Plains, the Delano district and Chisholm Creek Park. (Students must be able to walk 1 mile distances)

Instructor:
Brian Duram, Duram Photography

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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Basic Landscaping

Interested in landscaping but don't know where to begin? Whether you want flowerbeds for home gardens, lawns for family fun, fruits and veggies for quality food, walkways, or fences for home improvement, learning about landscaping can be a delight in many areas of your home life. This class will help you with finding resources, basic landscaping skills, and construction, as well as

landscaping terminology through a mixture of study and hands on experiences.

Instructor:
Charolett Knapic, Owner Echo Landscapes and Beautiful Day Cafe

Cancellation Policy
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting. TRIP CANCELLATION: A 15% administrative fee will be assessed on all cancellations received more than 7 days prior to departure. NO REFUNDS will be issued within 6 days of trip departure.

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Bath Bomb Making

Relaxation enthusiasts, this is the class for you! Learn how to create your own bath bombs! You will make a � dozen personalized bath bombs. After class is over, wind down by taking a hot bath with your new creation. You will take home two bath bomb molds (one round and one press mold) to be able to make more. If you feel generous, you can also give your loved one a great holiday gift!

Instructor:

Nne Nne Ibeawuchi, Owner, Calabar Bath and Body

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Beads with Personality

Do you have a love for jewelry especially bracelets? Would learning to make your own bracelet be something that interests you? If so, this class is perfect for you! Join us for some creative and personalized beading. Beginners are welcome! Students will get to design, assemble and take home their personalized bracelet. Some special bead options include birth stone colors and zodiac signs! These unique bracelets also make wonderful gifts for the holidays.

Instructor:

Marie Taylor, Valley Center Art Teacher, OatK12 Teachers Art Facebook Group Administrator and Power to the Girls Online Workshop Instructor

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Beginning Beekeeping

Beekeeping is a satisfying hobby that has many potential outcomes. Class study will provide the opportunity to become acquainted with the structure of a bee hive. To become a successful beekeeper, one must know the essential tools of operation and understand the correct terminology that applies to the hive structure, the bees and the beekeeper himself. Students will gain an understanding of the importance of the honeybee to our lifestyles and survival as well as gain an appreciation of this insect's work ethic and team work used for their colony to survive

Instructor:
Jim & Sharon Rowan, Rowan's Honey Shop

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Beginning Bridge

Novice players will be introduced into the basic mechanics of how to bid and play bridge in guidance with the American Contract Bridge League rules. These rules will allow you to play socially or in duplicate bridge games. Cost includes text.

Instructor:

Mary Beck, Instructor of Bridge

Cancellation Policy:

We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Beginning Yoga

Join Amy Waliczek 200 RYT for a 10 week beginner yoga series. We will work with the fundamentals of the asanas (poses) and breath work (pranayama), encouraging a deeper connection to our mind and body. Great for beginners or as a refresher for those who have been practicing. Modifications, effective cueing, increased self awareness and an attentive instructor will ensure a safe practice for all participants. Props needed include: Yoga mat & Blanket or beach towel. See you on the mat!

Instructor:

Amy Waliczek, Yoga Central

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Bird Feeder (A Flight Layover in Kansas)

Bird watching is an exciting yet soothing pastime. Students will build a bird feeder to attract colorful and delightful sounding birds. You will learn about what foods are preferred by birds appearing during various seasons and discuss the advantages of attracting certain birds to your yard to help control mosquitos, flies, gnats and other pests. At the end of class, you will take home a bird feeder YOU built to welcome various colorful feathered aviators to the airfield of your own yard. All equipment, tools and materials will be provided. (Students will use drills, paint and hand tools.)

Instructor:

Dave Larimore, Retired Manufacturing and Industrial Engineer

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Bridge over Troubled Waters: 1970s America

If "the past is prologue," the 1970s have a lot to teach us about today's world. Often viewed as "our strangest decade," the seventies have been neglected as an interlude between the exciting days of the 1960s social reforms and overseas adventures and the conservative backlash of the 1980s. The decade that gave us the yellow smiley face, pet rocks, gas lines and the polyester leisure suit. In hindsight, however, many of today's forces and events in politics, economics, culture and environment are echoes of the 1970s. Overseas retrenchment in the aftermath of the Vietnam War, public distrust of core institutions after political corruption revealed by impeachment, economic insecurity and challenges from abroad, gun violence and crime in major cities, protests related to the rising tide of ethnic and gender equality, increasing awareness of environmental pollution effects and an extraordinary and unpredicted spiritual fundamentalism, among a great many other issues of the 1970s, provide context for contemporary circumstances. Join us as we engage in what promises to be a free- wheeling discussion of the issues of the 1970s and their relevance for today.

Instructor:

Dr. John Dreifort, Professor of History, Wichita State University & Executive Secretary of the Wichita Committee on Foreign Policy

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Cooking with Less Sugar

So, why do we need less sugar...and what do we need to do about it? What are some alternatives? Come and find out while preparing a dessert and fruit salad to enjoy or take home. You CAN have your cake and eat it too!

Instructor:
Charolett Knapic, Owner Beautiful Day Cafe

Cancellation Policy
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Fall Wreath

Embrace the changing of the seasons by making your own decorative wreath! In this class ,you will learn how to create a beautiful and unique fall wreath. These handmade fall wreaths make great seasonal home d�cor for your front door or your home's wall. Come enjoy an evening of crafting and take home your masterpiece at the end! Participants will need to be prepared to purchase some materials from a list provided by the instructor prior to class.

Instructor:

Suzanne Hurst, Instructor

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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French for Travelers

Beginner language classes enable participants to gain a working knowledge of the chosen language. Instructors provide students with intense practice in both speaking and understanding the language. Basic vocabulary, frequently used expressions, and customs and cultures of the country will also be explored. We also offer some intermediate language classes for those who have previously studied the language. The instructor will continue to provide students with intensive practice in both speaking and understanding the specified language.

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Instructor:

Sirana Jamkartanian, French Instructor, Wichita State University

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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German for Travelers

Beginner language classes enable participants to gain a working knowledge of the chosen language. Instructors provide students with intense practice in both speaking and understanding the language. Basic vocabulary, frequently used expressions, and customs and cultures of the country will also be explored. We also offer some intermediate language classes for those who have previously studied the language. The instructor will continue to provide students with intensive practice in both speaking and understanding the specified language.

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Instructor:

Refika Sarionder, German Instructor, Wichita State University

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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Gingerbread Ornaments

Feeling festive? Get yourself in the holiday spirit with this gingerbread ornament class! You get to create your own personalized gingerbread ornament using air-dried clay and paper (and creativity, of course!). This class will allow you to create fun, elegant and sentimental holiday d�cor for your home. This adorable gingerbread ornament would also make a great gift for your loved one this holiday season.

Instructor:

Marie Taylor, Valley Center Art Teacher, OatK12 Teachers Art Facebook Group Administrator and Power to the Girls Online Workshop Instructor

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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Historic Walking Tour of Riverside

Once on the northern edge of town, Riverside was the product of developers in the 1880s. Since that time, the neighborhood between the Big and Little Arkansas Rivers has been one of Wichita's most beloved areas, the home to great homes and modest bungalows, of parks and boathouses and even a zoo. Its story includes powerful developers who created imposing mansions, women whose activism would not be silenced and park advocates whose desire for a better quality of life has benefited many generations.

Instructor:
Dr. Jay Price, Chair & Professor, Department of History, Wichita State University

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is cancelled. A student who withdrawals a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting, No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions

Holiday Wreath Making

Start off the winter holiday by creating a one-of-a-kind holiday wreath! These beautiful wreaths are actually very easy to create, and they make great gifts for your loved ones to hang in their house or on their front door. After learning how to create one, the possibilities are endless! You can make wreaths to celebrate special occasions such as Valentine's Day, the arrival of a new baby, weddings, favorite sport's teams, etc. Participants will need to be prepared to purchase some materials from a list provided by the instructor prior to class.

Instructor:

Suzanne Hurst, Instructor

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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How to Make Sushi for Beginners

Do you love sushi and are interested in learning how to make it? In this class you will learn to create authentic Japanese sushi. No experience is required, and all materials will be provided. At the end of class, you will have to time to indulge in your new creation. Please bring anything special you would like to put in the sushi rolls, such as fruit, jalapenos, etc. If you need something halal, vegetarian, etc., this can also be worked out. (Food Allergy Alert -Fish will be an ingredient.)

Instructor:
Jennifer Musaji, Japanese Instructor, Wichita State University

Cancellation Policy
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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Introduction to Microsoft Office 365

Learn the basic functionality of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook in this overview course. You will learn how to create, edit and format documents using Microsoft Word. You will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge in class as you work with tables, document styles and layout pages. You will also learn how to utilize Microsoft Excel at home and at work. In this session, you will learn how to enter, navigate, modify, move, copy, format and print data. You will then use this new knowledge to create images, charts and diagrams. You will learn how to create and edit slides, use drawing tools, clip art, charts and graphs, while adding transitions, animation and sound using Microsoft PowerPoint. The class will conclude with a presentation on Microsoft Outlook. In this session, you will learn how to set up and manage email, calendars and contacts in Outlook. Cost includes text.

Instructors:
Jeremy Webster, Media Resources Center, Wichita State University

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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Introduction to Single Malt Scotch

Single Malt Scotch is one of the fastest growing drinks in the global spirits industry. This isn't your grandfather's drink-Scotch is a spirit for adults of all ages, backgrounds and tastes! Whether you are new to the world of whisky or a seasoned enthusiast, this class will be an exciting exploration of Scotland's national drink. This two-week class includes a brief history of Scotch whisky, an exploration of the whisky regions of Scotland and an overview of the Scotch production process. You'll learn how to taste Scotch and will sample five different Single Malt Scotches from various whisky regions. Six lucky winners will go home with a Glencairn glass-the official tasting glass for Scotch! This class is perfect as a solo event or a date night with your significant other!

You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.

Instructor:

Jason Bosch, Certified Scotch Professional

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Introduction to Specialty Coffee

Whether you are a coffee novice, enthusiast or budding barista, this class is for you. Join local coffee aficionado, Andrew Gough as we explore all things coffee! This four week class includes: Introduction to Specialty Coffee - the history of coffee and a tour of the Reverie Caf� and roasting plant; Coffee: Art and Science - coffee extraction, origins and brewing; Coffee Shop Etiquette - roasting and roasts, caf� ordering and experience; and Home Brewing Made Easy - essentials of great coffee at home, grinder, coffee and water (and patience), pairing food and coffee and entertaining with coffee. Students will sample and taste a variety of coffees/espressos each week.

Instructor:
Andrew Gough, Reverie Coffee Roasters

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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Italian

Beginning language classes enable participants to gain a working knowledge of the chosen language. Instructors provide students with intense practice in both speaking and understanding the language. Basic vocabulary, frequently used expressions, and customs and cultures of the country will also be explored. We also offer some intermediate language classes for those who have previously studied the language. The instructor will continue to provide students with intensive practice in both speaking and understanding the specified language.

Instructor:
Gina Austin, Instructor of Italian

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Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

This course contains no sessions
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Kansas Is Not Flat and Boring

On this trip we will head to Northwest Kansas to view the Kansas Niobrara chalk formations, better known as Little Jerusalem and Monument Rocks. Our first stop is the canyons and pinnacles of Little Jerusalem in Logan County, which opened to the public in October 2019. You will have the opportunity to hike two permanent marked trails to view the rock formations that tower more than 100 feet. Along the way you can see fascinating plants and animals as well as the fossil remains of swimming and flying reptiles dating back 85 million years. The Overlook Trail extends one-quarter mile along a crushed rock surface to a scenic viewpoint. The terrain is loose rock surface with a gentle gradient. The Life on the Rocks Trail winds one-half mile along the rim of the rocks with multiple bends to provide a variety of views and two scenic overlooks. The trail is crushed rock surface and gentle gradients for all abilities for the first two-thirds mile (3,500 feet) to the first overlook;natural surface trail with moderate slopes for the next one-half mile (2,766 feet) to the second overlook. After a quick stop at Scott Lake, we will travel to Gove County and Monument Rocks. Known as the Chalk Pyramids, these majestic formations are considered one of the eight wonders of Kansas. Breakfast and dinner will be provided.

Facilitator: Beccy Tanner, Adjunct Instructor, Department of History, Wichita State University

Tour Date: Saturday, September 18, 2021

Fee: $129.00

Schedule:

6:00 a.m. - Depart WSU Metropolitan Complex

8:45 a.m. - Breakfast in Hays

10:00 a.m. - Depart Hays

11:30 a.m. - Arrive Oakley Mittens Truck Stop: Bathroom Break

12:15 p.m. - Depart Oakley

12:45 p.m. - Arrive at Little Jerusalem Park

2:15 p.m. - Depart Little Jerusalem Park

2:45 p.m. - Scott Lake Bathroom Break

3:15 p.m. - Depart Scott Lake

3:45 p.m. - Arrive at Monument Rocks

4:30 p.m. - Depart Monument Rocks

7:00 p.m. - Dinner at Pretty Boy Floyds, Ellingwood

8:15 p.m. - Depart Ellingwood

10:00 p.m. - Arrive WSU Metropolitan Complex

This course contains no sessions

Lights, Camera, Action

Are you a fan of the old time Western? Did you grow up watching John Wayne ride the range in Stagecoach or James Arness as Marshall Matt Dillon? Did you ever wish you could star in your own western? If so, join us for a memorable and fun-filled day in Enid, Oklahoma. We will be touring Skeleton Creek Productions, a real-life movie studio, where you will have the opportunity to tour seven full-size movie sets and star in a western movie with your fellow travelers! Lunch will be served on-set inside the 1890's saloon. After lunch, we will tour the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center to learn about the history and development of the Cherokee Outlet. We then travel south to Kingfisher, Oklahoma, where we will tour the Seay Mansion, home of Oklahoma's third territorial governor. Dinner will be provided in Enid before we head home. Each traveler will be invited to a movie premiere at the Metropolitan Complex and provided a copy of the movie.

Facilitator: Beccy Tanner, Adjunct Instructor, Department of History, Wichita State University

Fee: $129.00

Schedule:

7:45 a.m. - Depart WSU Metropolitan Complex

10:00 a.m. - Arrive Enid, OK Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, Tour the last remaining U.S. Land Office, and other historic buildings

11:30 a.m. - Simpson's Old Time Museum, Skeleton Creek Productions where you will star in your own western movie with Stormy and Texas, and Lunch in the saloon

2:30 p.m. - Travel to Kingfisher, Oklahoma

3:15 p.m. - Tour Seay Mansion & Chisholm Trail Museum

4:45 p.m. - Depart Kingfisher, OK

5:30 p.m. - Dinner: Callahan's Pub & Grille Enid, OK

7:00 p.m. - Depart Enid

9:00 p.m. - Arrive at WSU Metropolitan Complex

This course contains no sessions

Mahjong for Beginners (Taiwanese Rules)

Mahjong is a strategy game with Chinese origins arriving in America in the 19th century. Currently, Mahjong is so popular it is played around the world, and there are many variations of Mahjong rules. Using Taiwanese rules, the instructor will take you through this game of skill, strategy and luck, which is similar to our Western game, Rummy.

Instructor:

Angela Kuo, Mahjong Enthusiast

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Mediterranean Cooking Class

Do you love eating Mediterranean food but thought it would be too difficult to replicate in your own kitchen? If you answered yes, then we have the class for you! Ali Yasine, owner of the College Hill Deli, will guide you through the process of cooking hummus and Kafta. After the class, you will sit down and enjoy eating what you prepared. Recipes will also be available to take with you.

Instructor:
Ali Yasine, Owner, College Hill Deli

Cancellation Policy
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Mexican Cooking

Have you ever dreamed about your favorite food truck becoming an actual restaurant? That is exactly what Manny did. His food truck was so popular that he turned it into the well-known Mexi-Kan restaurant in Derby, Kansas. If you are interested in learning about some great Mexican style recipes or in participating in a fun class with family or friends, this class will be perfect for you! You will get the opportunity to create and enjoy a meal alongside Manny and learn his tips to creating a great Mexican meal. You will leave the class with a printout of all recipes! Come ready to cook a meal as a group, with Manny's guidance, and enjoy a full meal at the end as a reward! What a fun way to jazz up a weeknight dinner! Cost includes supplies.

Instructor:

Manuel Aviles, Owner, Mexi-Kan

Cancellation Policy: We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Mining and "The Mother Road": A Tour of Southeast Kansas' Most Iconic Landmarks

Join us for a nostalgic look at some of Southeast Kansas' most iconic landmarks. Our day begins with breakfast at the historic Beaumont Hotel. After breakfast, we continue southeast to the town of West Mineral where we will visit the Big Brutus visitor center and mining museum. It's then on to Route 66. The 13 miles of Route 66 is the shortest stretch of the iconic highway, but among the best preserved. Our first stop will be Cars on the Route, a restored Kan-O-Tex service station. Outside the building you will see the mining boom truck that inspired the character "Tow Mater" in Radiator Springs from the movie Cars. We continue on Route 66 to the town of Riverton and a stop at the Eisler Brother's Old Riverton Store for lunch. The store has been operating on Route 66 since before the Route officially opened. Our trip continues to Baxter Springs with stops at the Route 66 Visitors Center and the Baxter Springs Heritage Center and Museum where you will learn about the area's mining history as well as the history of Route 66. As we make our way back to Wichita, we will drive through Picher, OK, which was once a major national center of lead and zinc mining but is now a ghost town due to groundwater contamination and health effects of mining. We will also stop in Independence for dinner before we conclude our trip.

Facilitator: Beccy Tanner, Adjunct Instructor, Department of History, Wichita State University

Tour Date: Saturday, October 2, 2021

Fee: $129.00

Schedule:

7:00 a.m. - Depart WSU Metropolitan Complex

7:50 a.m. - Arrive Beaumont Hotel for Breakfast

9:00 a.m. - Depart Beaumont Hotel

10:45 a.m. - Arrive West Mineral Big Brutus Visitor Center Noon Depart Big Brutus

12:30 p.m. - Cars on the Route - Galena

1:15 p.m. - Depart Galena

1:20 p.m. - Arrive Riverton Eisler Bros. Old Riverton Store - Lunch on own

2:15 p.m. - Depart Store Drive by Empire Power Dam Falls

2:30 p.m. - Route 66 Visitor's Center, Baxter Springs

3:15 p.m. - Depart Visitor Center

3:25 p.m. - Arrive Baxter Springs Heritage Center and Museum

4:30 p.m. - Depart Baxter Springs, Drive across Rainbow Bridge, Route 66 Baxter Springs

4:45 p.m. - Arrive Pilcher, Drive through

6:00 p.m. - Dinner at Independence

7:00 p.m. - Depart Independence

9:00 p.m. - Arrive at WSU Metropolitan Complex

This course contains no sessions

Navigating to 90 & Beyond

This class will provide participants with strategies to plan for retirement. Topics that will be covered include financial strategies, legal documents (wills, probate, revocable and non-revocable trusts, medical directives, durable powers of attorney, and do not resuscitate orders) and medical expense planning (Medicare,Medigap, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid,VA Benefits and long term care).

Instructor:
Dr. Stana Martin, Owner & President, Mrs. LTC

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Nordic Walking

Nordic walking is a simple enhancement of normal walking, while adding the upper body, much like a cross-country skier with walking poles. The poles remain behind the body and are used to engage several upper body muscles to create a full body workout. Nordic walking has been popular for many years in Europe. This class is designed as an introductory class to anyone interested in increasing their fitness level. Ages 18+ are encouraged to attend. Fee includes walking poles.

Instructor:

Connie Urbanek, Physical Therapist Assistant

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Quilt Making

Learn the art of basic quilting by creating a beautiful, personalized, one-of-a-kind quilt. During this course you will learn the process of making a jelly roll quilt from start to finish. Using your fabric, your small quilt can be used as a lap quilt or a baby quilt. This would also make for a great handmade holiday gift! Bring your own "jelly roll" and quilt backing or purchase them from the instructor at the time of class. *No class 10/16*

Instructor:

Michelle Vincent, Owner, Victory Quilting and Needlework

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Quirky, Ghostly and Reverently Sacred Places of Kansas

Join us as we continue to explore the quirkier, unique sides of Kansas. Topics include places to go, eat and hang out, famous Kansans and festivals, and unique places you don't want to miss. After more than 4 decades as a journalist at The Wichita Eagle, The Salina Journal and other Kansas newspapers, Beccy Tanner has explored all parts of Kansas and has discovered there are still many stories to tell.

Instructor:
Beccy Tanner, Reporter, Wichita Eagle

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Recipes from your Favorite Wichita Restaurants

Back with new recipes! Restaurant food so often just tastes better than what we can make at home. But what if you could make some of Wichita's best restaurant recipes in your own kitchen? This online cooking class, led by Denise Neil of the Wichita Eagle's Dining with Denise column, will help you make recipes from Wichita's past and present favorite restaurants. Among them: a Rum Cream Pie that was a specialty at Innes Tea Room, the Hazel Dressing from Magnolia Cafe, and some of Tanya's Soup Kitchen's favorite soups.

Instructor:

Denise Neil, Restaurant & Entertainment Writer, Wichita Eagle

Cancellation Policy: We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Soap Making

Soaps come in so many shapes and sizes from Popsicle sticks to donuts to the traditional bar. In this class, you will learn how to make a loaf of soap (that can be cut into 10 bars). Personalize it by choosing a color and fragrance from essential oils. This class is taught in two evenings by a soap artisan. Each evening you will make one full loaf (total of 2 loafs for the class). Handmade soaps also make fun and creative holiday gifts. You will get to go home with your own Stick Blender and soap mold for future soap making!

Instructor:

Nne Nne Ibeawuchi, Owner, Calabar Bath and Body

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Spanish for Travelers

Beginning language classes enable participants to gain a working knowledge of the chosen language. Instructors provide students with intense practice in both speaking and understanding the language. Basic vocabulary, frequently used expressions, and customs and cultures of the country will also be explored. We also offer some intermediate language classes for those who have previously studied the language. The instructor will continue to provide students with intensive practice in both speaking and understanding the specified language.

Instructor:
Allison Bailey, Instructor of Spanish

Text is included in the fee.

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Spring Floral Arranging

Learn to create unique, personalized, one of a kind floral arrangements that will add color and pizazz to your home d�cor. Each week you will make one new arrangement using a variety of fresh and silk materials. Weeks 1 and 2: You will work with fresh flowers to create beautiful vase and centerpiece arrangements. Weeks 3 and 4: You will be working with silks to construct a decorative floral swag and a spring/summer wreath. You will select and purchase silk flowers in your choice of colors, as well as ribbon, and other fun elements that you want to incorporate into your designs. A supply list will be provided for each week.

Instructor:
Tisha Tucker, Perfect Petals

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Successful Grantwriting 101

This class is a rapid overview of the grant proposal process and offers many resources as well as class exercises. Understand the "must haves" in every fundable proposal. Learn how and where to find funding to match your strategic plans and projects. Explore tips on proposal writing based on proven theories. This class is offered online, via zoom.

Instructor:
Robert Hull, Co-founder & past president of the Kansas Professional Grant Association

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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T'ai Chi Ch'uan

Purposeful and flowing, a slow motion choreography based on martial arts movement, T'ai Chi Ch'uan integrates mind and body while teaching balance,grace and flexibility. Practiced with awareness and without strain or force, it is a no-impact exercise that can be practiced anywhere, anytime and withoutspecial equipment or clothing. Ideal for adults of all ages.

Instructor:
David Larsen, Certified Instructor

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Tame your Electric Pressure Cooker

Were you one of many this past holiday season who purchased and/or was gifted this miracle kitchen gadget, but are too overwhelmed to use it? Whether it is old war stories told by your grandmother of exploding pressure cookers or just feeling overwhelmed by all the buttons, this class is for you. Together with other pressure cooking newbies we will tame your instant pot/multi-cookers so that you can dazzle your family and friends with home cooked meals made in a fraction of the time! Please come to class with your electric pressure cooker and an appetite to learn and to eat!

Instructor:
Trisha Thomas, Cooking Instructor

Cancellation Policy

We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is cancelled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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The Basics of Gardening

This six-week course focuses on gardening best practices that begin in the fall and last into the early spring-be it vegetables, flowers, shrubs or trees. How do we offer our garden the seasonal care it deserves? Keeping the mercurial nature of Kansas weather in mind, we will discuss the important garden tasks that keep our plants looking their best all year long. Starting with autumn, we will learn when and how to divide perennials, where and what variety of bulbs to plant, how to put a vegetable garden to bed properly for the winter, and the proper way to "clean up" flower beds. We will also talk about the advantages of fall vegetable gardening including hoop houses and cold frames. Winter is a great time for planning, building garden projects and, most of all, perusing the garden catalogues. We will learn how to prune shrubs and trees while they are dormant. Last but not least, we will discuss when and how to start seed indoors.

Instructor:

Kelly Caswell, Master Gardener

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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The Basics of Taste, An Adventure In Wine

WSU wine educator and sommelier, Guy Bower, will present a casual overview of the mechanics of taste, how to recognize and describe varietal characteristics and to howto identify personal likes and dislikes. Learn about grapevines and the vineyard year as well as the basics of fermentation and wine production. You'll have the opportunity to taste an array of wines from different regions and understand winemaker techniques that impact wine enjoyment. Each class will consist of a brief introductory lecture followed by a tasting of different wines. You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.

Instructor:

Guy Bower, Level-1 Sommelier, Host f the Good Life radio program on KNSS, Founding Chairman, Wichita Chapter of the American Institute of Wine & Food

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Varietal Comparison

This course will provide an in-depth overview of a specific grape variety, its origins, history and flavor profile. We will discuss the factors that dictate price to include vineyard location and pedigree, label recognition and track record, awards and 100-point number ratings as well as availability based on production. We will discuss what makes one wine inexpensive and another of the same grape variety, made in the same general growing region very expensive. Each class will include a thoughtful guided tasting of 7 wines highlighting the differences and similarities and the reasoning behind both.

You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.

Instructor:

Guy Bower, Level-1 Sommelier, Host of The Good Life radio program on KNSS, Founding Chairman, Wichita Chapter of the American Institute of Wine & Food

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Weekly Healthy Meal Prep for Lunches on the Go

Are you tired of spending extra $$ on food-to-go that really isn't very good for your body? Come prepare a week's lunch kit and sample the goodies with like-minded new friends. We'll aim to get the best nutrition without spending more than needed or creating more wasted packaging for our nearby landfill.

Instructor:
Charolett Knapic, Owner Beautiful Day Cafe

Cancellation Policy
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Winter Ready Landscape Gardening

Winter's coming...is your yard ready? We'll look at what and when to plant, how to water deeply and less often, different types of mulches and how to prune with hand and power tools. You'll go home with a pot of daffodils to plant in your yard and a planted window pot of herbs to use over winter. *No class 10/30*

Instructor:
Charolett Knapic, Owner Echo Landscapes and Beautiful Day Cafe

Cancellation Policy
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Wit and Wisdom Tour

Join us as we step back to a simpler time in American history as we explore Oklahoma's "Green Country." During our trip to Northeast Oklahoma, we will travel along historic Route 66 to our first stop at the Will Rogers Memorial museum. Will Rogers, one of the most famous actors and authors in the world during the 1920s and 30s, was born and lived in Claremore, Oklahoma. After exploring the museum, we take a short trip to Oologah, OK to visit Will Rogers birthplace where we will catch a glimpse at what life was like on a late nineteenth century ranch in Indian Territory. After lunch at the ranch, we will head to the J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum, the largest privately-held firearms collection in the world. The museum is home to over 12,000 firearms and thousands of non-firearm artifacts ranging from Old West saddles and spurs, John Rogers statuary, Toby mugs and Beer Steins, World War I posters and local Claremore and Rogers county history. Last, we venture on down the famous Route 66 where we will tour Ed Galloway's iconic Totem Pole Park, the oldest and largest example of a folk art environment in Oklahoma. Dinner will be provided.

Facilitator: Beccy Tanner, Adjunct Instructor, Department of History, Wichita State University

Tour Date: Saturday, October 16, 2021

Fee: $129.00

Schedule:

6:30 a.m. Depart WSU Metropolitan Complex

10:00 a.m.Arrive Will Rogers Memorial Museum

10:00 a.m.Visit Will Rogers Memorial Museum

12:00 p.m.Depart Museum

12:20 p.m.Arrive at Ranch

Lunch and Tour of Will Rogers Ranch

1:45 p.m. Depart Ranch

2:00 p.m. J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum

4:00 p.m. Depart Museum

4:15 p.m. Arrive Ed Galloway's Totem Pole Park

5:00 p.m. Depart Park

6:00 p.m. Dinner at The Main Tavern

7:15 p.m. The Main Tavern

10:20 p.m. Arrive at WSU Metropolitan Complex

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Yoga for Active Seniors

Balance and strengthening yoga postures will be utilized to keep your body safe and mobile through your daily routines. Combined with yoga breathing and conscious movement this yoga course is excellent for those seniors who are able to move around easily but would like to add more strength and stability. Please wear comfortable clothes you can move in and bring a yoga mat and/or blanket. No prior yoga experience is necessary.

Instructor:

Amy Waliczek, Yoga Central

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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