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Coming Soon!

To register for the following classes/events, please call or email the Community Ed office. (See below)

Putting People and Resources Together

Unity Community Education

Ongoing Classes

Scuba Diving Instruction

Northland Equipment and Diving provides instruction and certification for Scuba diving through Unity Community Ed. Call for details.

Water Aerobics WITC Catalog #42-807-

6 week sessions beginning January 12, February 23, April 6, May 18. Tuesdays and Thursdays 5pm to 5:45pm. NEW: Sign up for 6 or 12 classes, and come on Tuesday and/or Thursdays! Cost: $19.21 for 6 classes, $34.42($4 for seniors age 62 or better). Please write check out to WITC.

Basic Education for Adults

Classes held at Polk County Job Center in Balsam Lake: Tuesdays - 1-4:30pm, Wednesdays - 1-4pm, Thursdays - 12:30-3pm. Cost: FREE, please register by calling Polk County Job Center at 485-3115. Instructor: Becky Peterson. Brush up on the basic skills that you need to continue your education or to enter the workforce with confidence: reading, English, grammar, science, social studies, and math. These classes are also for those preparing to earn their GED/HSED and are self-paced with instructor assistance. You can enroll any time.

WINTER/SPRING 2010

Parent University for Parents of Elementary Children

Monday, January 11, 5:30-8:15pm. An evening dedicated to support your efforts to strengthen the academic and personal success of your children. Free swimming for children ages 4-12, free dinner for the whole family, free parent seminars on timely, interesting and thought-provoking topics. We will start the evening’s program after dinner with a great family-oriented, educational and entertaining program by The University of Minnesota Raptor Center. You will then have the opportunity to participate in two break-out sessions with a variety of relevant and interesting topics to choose from.

No More Madness! Stress Management Massage
WITC Catalog #42-537-410

Tuesdays, Jan 12 to Feb 16, 9am to 10am. This class will be held at the Milltown Karate Studio. Cost: $19.21,registration fee to WITC ($4 for seniors age 62 and better). Instructor: Christina Atkinson, Certified Massage Therapist and Personal Trainer. Now that the holidays are over, it's time to 'take a breather'! Come learn how to keep your cool even when things get hot. You will learn how to 'breathe through' stressful times, and how to obtain balanced energy to help heal yourself and others. And of course we will partner up and and practice giving and receiving relaxing massage techniques. Wear comfy clothing.

Cardio Kickboxing WITC Catalog #42-807-408

Mondays, January 11 to February 15, 7:30-8:30pm. Fridays January 15 to February 19, 4:30-5:30pm. All classes will be held at the Milltown Karate Studio. Sign up for 6 or 12 classes, come on either Mondays and/or Fridays! Cost: $19.21 for 6 sessions(class#25772), $34.42 for 12 sessions(class#25775), registration fee to WITC. Instructor: Certified Personal Trainer Tina Atkinson. The ultimate energizing, fat-burning, aerobic workout! No previous experience necessary. We will learn to perform kickboxing moves during a nonstop aerobic routine, then we’ll step it up a bit to link the kickboxing components into an easy to follow choreography that targets all major muscle groups. Be prepared to have FUN!

Underwater Hockey

Tuesdays, 7pm to 8:30pm, starting January 12. Instructor: Charlie Nielsen. For students in grades 8 and up, and adults too! Cost: for the month of January, just pay the regular pool fee. If we get enough interest, we'll form a team and additional fees will apply. It's wet, it's cool, it's fast, it's fun! Come check out this unique and fun sport, a great winter activity. Bring masks, fins, and snorkels if you have them. Gloves, sticks and pucks will be provided.

Therapeutic Massage

Thursday, January 14, 7-8:30pm, HS Room 128. Cost $12 per person, payable to Community Ed. Instructor LaRae Fjellman, certified massage professional. Would you like to learn how to give a loved one a therapeutic shoulder massage? LaRae will lead you through various techniques to address headaches, and tension in back, neck, shoulder and arms. Sign up with a partner, or partner up with someone in class.

American Red Cross Swim Lessons

Saturdays, January 16 to February 20. Cost: $30 per student, all levels, pable to Community Ed. The American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim classes provide instruction to help swimmers of all ages and abilities develop their swimming and water safety skills. It is designed to give students a positive learning experience. Learn-to-Swim teaches aquatic and safety skills in a logical progression. The objective is to teach people to swim and to be safe in, on and around the water.

Red Cross Certified Instructors: Laurie Paulsen and Jeanne Wallis. Times are subject to adjustment, depending upon final enrollment. Instructors will call with changes. Registrations must be received by 12pm on Thursday January 14. If registering by phone, please leave a voicemail, all calls will be returned for confirmation. If registering by mail, please allow one week for delivery. No late registrations will be accepted.

Swim Lesson Class Schedule:

9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. ~ Red Cross Levels 1 and 2.
10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. ~ Red Cross Levels 3 and up.

Please note changes in times for the following classes:

9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (FULL)~ Pre-level one, typically for ages 3-5. Jan 16 to Feb 6 only
9:35 a.m. to 10:05 a.m. Pre-level one, typically for ages 3-5. Jan 16 to Feb 6 only
10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. ~ Infants ages 6 months to 3 years. Jan 16 to Feb 6 only

Make your Own Healthy Puppy Cookies

Monday, January 18, 6:30-8:30pm, HS Room 128. Cost: $15 per person or $20 per family, payable to Community Ed (includes materials). Instructor: Beth Nadeau, Certified Veterinary Technician at Interstate Veterinary Clinic. This 2 hour class will bring pet lovers together as we mix, roll and bake homemade treats for our own dogs. Treats are one way we show our love to our pets, but it is important to not "over- treat" them with kindness. We will discuss the importance of good nutrition and how to get the most out of your treats in a relaxing kitchen atmosphere. Bring all your treat and nutritional questions. You will bring home a fresh batch of treats for your pet, along with a cookbook lots of other great treat recipes

Adoption Support Group

Monday January 18, 6:30-7:30pm, HS Band room. Cost:Free. Facilitator: Julie Bever. Are you a family with an adopted child? Are you in the process of an adoption? Are you thinking about adoption? Then this group is for you! We will plan to meet monthly and explore different topics each month. In January we will talk about how to Strengthen Parent-Child Relationships, something so important in all families and especially so in adoptive families. Come be a part of this supportive community, meet other parents and share experience, strength and wisdom.

12 Week Fitness challenge
WITC Catalog # 42-807-408, Class#25770

Mondays, February 1 to April 19, 6:30-7:30pm. This class will be held at the Milltown Karate Studio. Cost: $34.42 ($4 for seniors aged 62 and better), registration fee to WITC. Instructor Tina Atkinson, certified personal trainer. Trying to lose weight on your own, but having trouble staying motivated? This class is for you! To help you succeed, each week’s class will include a new teaching on nutrition and/or fitness, and a power-packed workout that gets results. We will track your progress through body measurements, body fat percentage, and body weight at the beginning and ending of the challenge. $20 opt-in fee for the CHALLENGE! There will be a pay-out to the top 3 weight-loss winners. Not required to participate in class.

Precious Metal Clay (PMC): Earrings
WITC Catalog #42-815-408,Class#25778

Tuesdays, February 23 to March 2, 6:30-9pm, Elementary Art Room. Cost: $19.21 registration fee to WITC, plus $30 material fee payable to instructor on first night of class. Instructor Mimi Frawley is a certified PMC artisan (www.thousanddreams.com). Use a package of PMC, precious metal silver clay which fires to .999 pure silver, to design and construct silver earrings. On night one, learn the basics of working with metal clay, get ideas for earring designs, make the earring elements from the metal clay and prepare them for kiln firing. On night two, polish your pieces and learn how to combine with jump rings, ear wires and other beads and materials to assemble the earrings. Most should be able to make three or more pairs of earrings, depending on size.

How to Organize Your Kitchen Without Losing Your Cookies

Thursday, February 25, 6:30-8:30pm, HS Room 128. Cost: $20, payable to Community Ed. Instructor: Susi McCune, Specialized Organization SErvices, www.MessDistress.com. Been awhile since you've seen your counters? Cupboards out of control? Frustrated by the growing mess? If you're ready to tackle organizing the most-used room of the house, you'll love these practical tips. Susi McCune, Professional Organizer and author of "117 Ways to Simplify Your Life," will offer simple, creative techniques to manage both your kitchen storage space and the paper that can clutter it. Organizing books and products will be available for purchase at class.

Line Dancing Workshop

Saturday, April 10, 2:30-4:30pm, Auditorium. Cost: $15 payable to Community Ed. Instructor: Marcia Freed. What better way to spend and afternoon ~ brush up your Saturday night dance moves! Scoot, kick, slide, shuffle, applejack, lunge, scuff, stamp and stomp your way through some super fun and easy line dance choreographies.

Precious Metal Clay (PMC): Leaf Imprint
WITC Catalog #42-815-408,Class#25778

Tuesday, April 20, 6:30-10pm, Elementary Art Room. Cost: $14.14, registration fee to WITC, plus $30 material fee payable to instructor at class, and each student should bring a few small leaves to imprint. Instructor Mimi Frawley is a certified PMC artisan (www.thousanddreams.com). Capture a bit of nature in a silver pendant! In this workshop, students will learn the basics of working with metal clay, which upon firing, becomes .999 pure silver, to make silver pendant which captures the texture and shape of a real leaf. Students will design and form their pendants and prepare them to be kiln-fired. Students will construct a leather cord to wear with the pendant while the pendants are in the kiln, and finally, polish them and add a patina. You can wear your pendant home.

HAPPENINGS AROUND THE AREA

CENTURIA PUBLIC LIBRARY Presents:
CRAFTING WITH THE CRICUT

Time and date to be determined. Please call if interested. Cost: $15 per person, (includes materials!) payable to instructor. Instructor: Jolene Lindner. To register, please call the Centuria Library: 646-2630. Whether you are an avid scrap booker, an activities enthusiast or a teacher, you'll love Centuria Library’s new Provo Craft Cricut Expression Cutting Machine. Available to any library patron, this amazing craft cutter will spark your creativity. This class is designed to help you become familiar with the Cricut Expression Cutting Machine, and will feature two projects to whet your whistle. Each participant will create and take home a card and a scrapbook page, using the Cricut and several cutting cartridges.

American Red Cross CPR/AED & First Aid Classes

All classes are held in the Balsam Lake office. Pre-registration is required,and classes may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Please register early! Contact Terry Anderson @ 485-3025, or sign up online at www.scvarc.org.

Adult CPR/AED Review classes offered 5:30-8 pm:
Jan 4, Feb 1, March 1, April 5, May 3, June 7, July 12

Adult CPR/AED classes offered 5:30-9:30 pm:
Jan 18, Feb 15, March 15, April 19, May 17, June 21, July 26

Infant/Child CPR Review classes offered 5:30-8 pm:
Jan 7, Feb 4, March 4, April 8, May 6, June 10, July 15

Infant/Child CPR classes offered 5:30-9:30 pm:
Jan 21, Feb 18, March 18, April 22, May 20, June 24, July 29

First Aid Review classes offered 5:30-7:30 pm:
Jan 5, Feb 2, March 2, April 6, May 4, June 8, July 13

First Aid classes offered 5:30-8:30 pm:
Jan 19, Feb 16, March 16, April 20, May 18, June 22, July 27

Fesitval Theater, St. Croix Falls

In January, actor Shawn Boyd will offer a Beginning Improvisation class for ages 16-adult. Boyd will demonstrate that "improv" isn’t just a skill for acting and performance, it’s a skill for anyone who needs to think and speak on their feet. This four-session beginner class will teach the foundations of improve to boost confidence when working in groups, hone speaking skills, and practice the creation of compelling stories on the fly. A word of warning: friends will be made during this class! Improv is a highly social activity that creates tight bonds in no time at all. This class meets four Tuesdays in January from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. starting January 5th and the cost for all four sessions is $50.00. For additional information or to register for classes, please call the Festival Theatre Box Office at 715-483-3387 or 888-887-6002 or visit www.festivaltheatre.org website where you can read more about arts education opportunities, download a registration form, or complete an online order.

Big Read Photojournalism and Oral History Projects Open for Submissions

Two exciting community projects held in conjunction with the Big Read are now open to youth, amateurs and professionals. The St. Croix River Valley Big Read program will feature Thornton Wilder’s literature of Our Town and The Bridge of San Luis Rey during February 2010. The photos and oral histories gathered through these projects, featuring the St. Croix River Valley, will feature the St. Croix River Valley in events, displays and presentations during the Big Read program.

"Capture Our Town" Photojournalism Project aims to capture images from the more than 80 municipalities, townships and unincorporated hamlets that exist across the Big Read area of Polk, Burnett (WI) and Chisago (MN) counties. We invite all area youth, amateur and professional photographers to submit such digital images as bridges, main streets, cemeteries, gathering spaces, churches, mailboxes or places of work and industry. Photos must be taken starting June 23 to December 31, 2009 and will contribute the "Capture Our Town" Photojournalism Exhibit event, which will open at the Big Read kick-off event on February 27, 2010. Digital slideshows of submissions will be distributed for viewing at local libraries, schools and historical society museums.

"Your Town, A Living History" Project is designed to gather stories through conversations with senior citizens that occurred in the St. Croix Valley in the past. We invite all historians--youth and community members--throughout Polk, Burnett and Chisago counties to record (video or audio) or transcribed. These accounts will be used to create Readers theatre pieces that will be performed at the "Life of the Village" Big Read event at Festival Theatre on March 14, 2010.

A "Literature to the Stage" Workshop is offered for educators and community members to provide tips on collecting oral histories, effectively managing material and using drama and oral interpretation to make any classroom topic exceptionally fun and effective. The workshop, instructed by Danette Olsen & Dr. Carolyn Wedin will be held October 17, 2009 from 9:00-2:30 at Festival Theatre. There is no charge but please register by October 15.

For project guidelines and registration, visit www.festivaltheatre.org
or contact Amy Klein, at 715-483-3387 or groups@festivaltheatre.org

The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.

Unity Community Ed Contact Information

Tanna Worrell, Community Education Secretary

Unity School

PO Bx 307

Balsam Lake, WI 54810

phone: 715-825-2101, x 1560

fax: 715-825-4430

email: tworrell@unity.k12.wi.us

web: www.unity.k12.wi.us/dist-community-ed.asp

web: www.myteacherpages.com/webpages/communityed/

FLAMBEAU COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES
Spring 2010 SEMESTER

Call Sharalyn at 532-7760 to pre-register or get more information on the following events and classes:

Events

FAMILY FUN FITNESS 2/28 and 3/23

Families and communities play an important role in the health and wellbeing of our children. It is not enough to simply teach children about health; they need opportunities to practice these behaviors: engaging in physical activity and eating healthy, nutritious meals and snacks. Join us on Sunday, February 28, starting at 2 p.m. and/or Tuesday, March 23, starting at 6 p.m. for a free indoor event of family fun, physical activitiy and healthy eating. We’ll play games, have relay races, sample nutritious foods and have a lot of fun. This event is for the entire family and is sponsored by our new Physical Education Program grant and Community Education.

LIVING THE GOOD LIFE! HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR
Saturday, 4/24/2010, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Plan to join us for a free, fun and interactive event for for all ages -- children, youth, adults, parents and community members at the Flambeau School. Drop in, participate, and enjoy a variety of activities in areas that include: fitness class demonstrations, health assessments and screenings, making and sampling healthy snacks, learning about the food pyramid and nutritional information, healthy cooking, oral and dental health care, managing stress, women’s and men’s health issues, first aid demonstrations, and much more. This year we have expanded our offerings to include more learning stations and booths facilitated by local health care providers, fitness experts, high school students, and UW Extension. This event is sponsored by the PEP Grant and Community Education.

Ongoing Opportunities

WEIGHTROOM

Supervisor: Todd Roehl
Fee: No Charge
Time: Weekdays - 6:30-8:00 a.m.
Location: Weightroom

GET IN STEP!!

Oh, the weather outside is frightful, it's nice to walk indoors where it's delightful!
Time: Weekdays - 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Fee: No Charge

OPEN GYM

Supervisor: Doug Verdegan
Date: Sundays
Fee: No Charge
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Location: Big Gym

Classes

VALENTINE QUILT

Instructor: Staci Zimmer-Prasnicky
Beautiful Valentine quilted wall hanging. Materials list will be sent before class starts. Beginners and up. Rotary cutting, speed sewing, machine quilting and binding will be taught. Supply list will be provided before first session.
Dates: Thurs. 1/21 and 2/04
Fee: $29.35/$4.00 Senior Fee
Time: 6-9 p.m. Location: Home Ec. Rm.

EXTREME HOME FITNESS w/ Todd Roehl

Join Todd for the workout of your life! This extreme workout has helped him lose 50 pounds! Participants will be required to commit to 5 days per week working out with Todd here at school and during the weekends at home for 2 months. Todd will keep you engaged and focused during these two months. This program can be designed for all ages or to achieve whatever goals you want to meet.
The only thing extra you will have to purchase is a set of bands. (Which can be purchased at Walmart.) Free weights will also be available here at school. You should ALWAYS check with your physician when starting a new exercise program. Call Todd at 532-5559 if interested. Class will meet for an informational meeting after all participants who are interested have called, so call ASAP! This is a program that can change the way you live, if you’re willing to commit.
Date: Mon-Fri. Starting 1/25
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Fee: $60.00
Location: Wrestling Rm.
If you have become unemployed you MAY be eligible for a free Yoga or Zumba class-Call Sharalyn at 532-7760 for more information.

ZUMBA

Instructor: Michelle Kurth
"Exercise in Disguise". Participants have so much fun they don't realize they are exercising. Zumba is a Latin inspired dance and International music and dance movements, which create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system! Integrates basic principles of aerobic, interval, and resistance training to maximize caloric output, cardio benefits and total body toning. Easy to follow steps are for everyone!
Date: Mon. 1/25-3/1
Date: Mon. 3/15-4/26 No class 4/5
Fee: $48.00 for 6 week session
Time: 6:15 p.m.
Location: Jodi Zimmer’s Room

YOGA-BEGINNING

Instructor: Michelle Kurth
Experience the benefits of yoga at classes geared for both beginners and continuing practitioners. This class will introduce students to an enjoyable and rewarding discipline that benefits the health and flexibility of the joints and posture and builds core strength and endurance. Yoga teaches you to recognize and release muscle tension, relax, refresh and recharge. Strengthen the core of your body, strengthen and stretch the spine and legs. You do NOT have to be a contortionist to do Yoga!!
Participants are required to bring their own mats.
Date: Mon. 1/25-3/1
Date: Mon. 3/15-4/26 No class 4/5
Fee: $48.00 for 6 week session
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Jodi Zimmer's Room

MARTIAL ARTS

Instructor: Miles Witt
This class is open to all people age 9 or older.
The Defenders Club has been in Rusk County for 25 years! The system is based on the northern and southern Chinese Kung-Fu systems. The style is Jui-Jitsu, Chinese Kenpo and Chin-Na. Stretching and exercise are half of all martial arts! Ask about our family rate.
Dates: Wed. 1/27-4/31
Fee: $33.00 for 10 weeks
Time: 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Small Gym

GARDENING BY THE YARD
LANDSCAPE I with Shawn Taylor

Where do you start??? Start planning your landscape now for next spring! Different concepts of landscape design, plants, retaining walls, night lighting and what pitfalls to watch for will be presented. Learn economical ways to get a professionally landscaped look. As Shawn says, "Always have a plan before you put a shovel in the ground." Minimum of 5 students.
Dates: Tues. 2/2-2/16
Fee: $5.00
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Elementary IMC

WINTER NATURE WALK

Instructor: Cader Olive
Come take a walk through field and wood to see what plants and animals are doing during the winter. Learn all the amazing ways they survive and even thrive in the cold and snow. Bring the whole family! If the weather is questionable call 322-4349 to see if we need to reschedule. Dress appropriately.
Dates: Sat. 2/6 Alternate Date: Sat. 2/20
Fee: No charge
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Location: TBD

BLUEBERRY GARDEN QUILT

Instructor: Staci Zimmer-Prasnicky
Beautiful 56 X 56 inch quilt. Materials list will be sent before class starts. Beginners and up. Rotary cutting, speed sewing, machine quilting, and binding will be taught. Supply list will be provided before first session.
Dates: Thurs. 2/11-3/11
Fee: $44.56/$4.00 Senior Fee
Time: 6-9 p.m. Location: Home Ec. Rm.

WOOD TURNING AND LASER ENGRAVING

Instructor: Bob Hindal
Participants will make their choice of projects such as pens, game calls, bowls, fishing rod handles followed by laser engraving your item (if you choose).
Date: Tues. 2/16-3/23
Class Fee: $52.94/$7.31 (doesn't include materials)
Time: 6 -9 p.m.
Location: Wood Shop

BOOK CLUB

Facilitator: Karen Wiltrout
Join our book club-help create a community and make new friends! At our first meeting we will discuss the book “Coop” by Michael Perry. 10-15 copies of this book will be available at the Library on February 9th. Each participant is to check out their own copy. If you do not have a library card, bring a picture ID which shows your name and current address or a picture ID and a piece of mail with your current address.
Dates: Tues. 2/23
Fee: No Charge
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: New Conference Room

"AGENDA FOR A NEW ECONOMY" BOOK DISCUSSION

Facilitator: Cader Olive
Are you still slightly confused about what happened to our banks and economy? Not sure about how money is created, used, and misused? Do you want your kids and grandkids to have a chance to have a quality life? Come and discuss these and other questions with your neighbors. We will be reading Agenda for a New Economy by David Korten. This book is short, clear, and concise. It will stimulate you to think about money and finances in new ways and motivate you to help build a strong local and global economy that serves people, not just profits. Participants are responsible to obtain their own book. (You may buy a used copy on the Internet or contact the Library.) Before the first meeting, participants should read pages 1-64.
Dates: Tues. 3/2. 3/16 and 3/30
Fee: No charge
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: New Conference Rm.

BEGINNING SEED SAVING

Instructors: Cader Olive and Pam Warner
Participants will learn how to save garden seeds from year to year. General principles and some specifics for common varieties. You may want to join our new seed savers exchange!
Dates: Wed. 3/03
Fee: No Charge
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: HS IMC

BELLY DANCING

Instructor: Jan Kardas
Belly dancing a highly beautiful art form, and a great, fun way to get in shape. This class will provide an introduction to the dance form through several interchangeable, customizable dance steps. Aimed at burning calories, building strength and grace, and helping you build a repertoire of dance moves, these lessons are designed to help build confidence, while getting a good low-impact workout at the same time. Class is geared toward the individual’s ability. If you only learn one move or step, you can improvise and expand on it. Jan has been belly dancing since 1977.
Date: Wed. 3/10-4/7
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Fee: $34.42/$4.00 Senior Fee
Location: TBD

EASTER TABLE RUNNER QUILT

Instructor: Staci Zimmer-Prasnicky
Beautiful quilted table runner. Materials list will be sent before class starts. Beginners and up. Rotary cutting, speed sewing, machine quilting and binding will be taught.
Dates: Thurs. 3/18-4/01
Fee: $29.35/$4.00 Senior Fee
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Location: Home Ec. Rm.

WEBCLASSES

GSI-Webclasses has a new program! “Free Classes for the Unemployed”. Call Sharalyn at 532-7760 for more details.
Go to www.gsinet.org to view the complete course list.

WHAT EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE LAW OF ATTRACTION

You're already experiencing the Law of Attraction, with jobs, money, relationships and happiness in your life. Are you satisfied with the results? Chronic thoughts you hold in your mind tend to become your experiences. What you think becomes your belief, which becomes your perception of life, which then becomes your experience. This mind-and-heart-opening class teaches you the “Secret” of how to stop attracting things you don't want and start attracting things you do want. It will gently lead you through the steps of directing your thoughts to bring energy, joy and prosperity into your life.
Course Fee: $50.00

LETTING GO OF DETRIMENTAL THINKING

The human mind is capable of astounding accomplishments when at peace and uncluttered. Unfortunately, a very small percentage of us reach that potential, primarily because the mind is engaged in trivial, demoralizing, ego-centric thinking. Concentration and well being can’t be attained when the mind is preoccupied with living either in the future, or in the past. Fear, guilt, worry, and revenge are born from a distorted perception of reality and results in needless suffering. This class provides tools and insight into how to control and focus your thoughts to identify when you are engaged in non-productive thoughts and how to achieve a calm, self-confident state.

This course will prove attractive to people seeking insights about living happier and more productive lives, and has universal appeal for people who are caught up in stressful roles and are experiencing mental strains and suffering.

Typically Americans never examine the thoughts they experience during an ordinary day. Yet most thoughts are unproductive and redundant. Very often we wander through each day with our mind in over-drive, ruminating about what happened yesterday or trying to predict the future with empty promises like “I’ll be happy when!” This mind-and-heart-opening class teaches participants how to: Identify which thoughts are totally unnecessary and harmful; Let go of unwanted thoughts such as fear, anger, and worry; Create calmness and self-confident thoughts. Complete the lessons on your timetable.
Course Fee: $55.00

CONFRONTING FINANCIAL FEAR AND WORRY

Are the wheels starting to come off your emotions due to financial worries? A sudden financial setback causes anxiety, stress, loss of sleep, lack of focus and concentration, and in extreme cases, even clinical depression. The human mind is capable of astounding accomplishments when free of clutter and at peace. However, when the mind is preoccupied with financial fears and worries, your mental performance plummets. Fortunately, learning simple techniques can ease your suffering and help you cope. This class provides tools and insights into how to control and focus your thoughts to bring some normalcy to your life. This course will appeal for people caught up in the emotional roller coaster resulting from the current economic events.

Uncertainty about the future plagues the entire globe. Every American family that owns a home has taken a financial hit recently. Retirement funds have shrunk by 30%; unemployment is at record levels and threatens to go higher. Remaining emotionally balanced and at peace in these times requires a new set of coping skills. This mind-and-heart-opening class teaches participants how to:
-Break the cycle of the repetitive inner voice of worry
-Learn how to filter the real news from media fear mongering
-Let go of fear in order to achieve inner serenity
Course Fee $65.00

VICTORIAN ROMANCE QUILT

Instructor: Staci Zimmer-Prasnicky
Beautiful Queen Size Victorian inspired quilt. Materials list will be sent before class starts. Beginners and up. Rotary cutting, speed sewing, machine quilting and binding will be taught.
Dates: Thurs. 4/08-5/20
Fee: $59.77/$4.00 Senior Fee
Time: 6 p.m-9 p.m.
Location: Home Ec. Rm.

BABYSITTING BASICS

Instructor: Sharon Sanderson
This two-day course is designed for children (11 years and up) who are interested in babysitting for young children. Areas covered: child development (0-5 years), health, safety, discipline, nutrition, and activities for young children. Bring a doll or teddy bear.
Dates: Sat. 4/18-4/25
Fee: $19.21
Time: 9 a.m.-noon
Location: Elementary IMC

BENT WILLOW CHAIR

Instructors: Dianne Scott and Martha Smart
Build your own willow chair. Learn the process of harvesting, bending and nailing native willow to create a beautiful and functional chair. If you have never built anything you CAN build this beautiful chair, but it is hard work so feel free to bring along a friend to help. A list of tools to bring will be sent before the class begins. No nail guns please. Limit 8.
Dates: Sat 5/2- Sun 5/3
Fee: $100.00
Time: 9am - 4pm
Location: Wood Shop
Dianne and Martha have been building willow projects for 12 years, and have been teaching willow construction classes for 4 years. They each have constructed many beautiful projects and bring a lot of enthusiasm for the process.

CONTAINER GARDENING and HANGING BASKETS

Instructor: Shawn Taylor
Shawn will cover the basics of planting flowers in containers for an attractive display. Participants will take a plant-shopping trip to the Flambeau Greenhouse, located at the Flambeau School for their projects. Bring your own container. Potting medium included in course fee.
Dates: Tues. 5/04
Fee: $5.00
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: TBD

WILD EDIBLE PLANTS

Instructor: Cader Olive
There is s lot of food growing all around you. Learn how to collect plants safely, where to find them and how to cook them. Cader is also available for a very nominal fee to come to your property for a consult.
Instructor: Cader Olive
Dates: Sat. 5/08
Fee: No charge
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Location: TBD

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ZUMBA!

Join the Zumba Party! Zumba is a Latin-inspired fitness program that incorporates Latin and International moves and music (along with live drumming!) to create an amazing workout experience that you’ll want to repeat again and again! Lively, energizing, and easy to do, Zumba uses the principles of fitness interval training to help you tone up, lose weight, and improve your cardiovascular health—it’s a fun, ‘feel-good’ workout for your body and mind! No experience necessary!
Date: Mondays in March (may be extended!)
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Location: GCHS Commons
Instructor: Rebecca Whitman
Fees: $50

FAMILY YOGA

Red Cedar Medical Center’s Wellness ROCKS program presents “Family Yoga”. Together you and your child will do yoga poses, play games, sing songs, get silly and ignite imagination through relaxation. Mat are helpful but not necessary. For toddlers/preschoolers with parent/caregiver.
Date: Tuesdays in February (may be extended!)
Time: 10:30-11:15am
Location: GCHS Board Room #441
Instructor: Tonya Schmitt
Fees: FREE!
Brought to you by RCMC

KIDS YOGA

Red Cedar Medical Center’s Wellness ROCKS program presents "Kids Yoga"! Discover yoga’s calming, loosening, strengthening and playful sides. We will enrich our bodies, minds and spirits with poses, stories, relaxation and more. Mats are helpful but not necessary. For boys and girls ages 6-12.
Date: Thursdays in February (may be extended!)

Time: 5:30-6:15pm
Location: GCHS Board Room #441
Instructor: Tonya Schmitt
Fees: FREE!
Brought to you by RCMC

KARATE

Class requires $30 yearly registration fee payable to instructor in class; this fee includes a uniform for new members and opportunities for additional class time at the Menomonie location on Saturdays. Students should expect to be barefoot. A liability waiver will need to be signed before students may participate. Best suited for ages 7 and up. Please turn in the monthly class payment fee (listed below) to Community Education by the first of each month.
Date: Tuesdays
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Location: GCHS HS Cafeteria
Instructor: Red Dragon Academy
Fees:
$25 per month for first family member
$22 per month for second family member
$12.50 per month each additional member

FIT FAMILY FUN NIGHT

The Red Cedar Medical Center’s Wellness ROCKS (Reaching Our Communities’ Kids) outreach program invites your family to an evening of food, fun and fitness. Dinner will be provided. Children will be involved in games and activities while parents listen to a talk about health and nutrition. Then the whole family will come together for a ½ hour fitness fun activity.

Date: Thursday April 1
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: GCHS Commons
Instructor: RCMC Staff
Fee: FREE!
Brought to you by RCM

NATIONAL WOMEN’S HEALTH WEEK EVENT "It’s Your Time"

This event includes two lectures from Red Cedar Medical staff as part of the “Women’s Circle of Care” program. Kathy Farah will present “Lifestyles of the Rich in Wellness”. Do you want to become healthier each day rather than just growing older? Learn the top lifestyle changes proven to help reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, stroke and diabetes. Amy Burns presents “Gut Feelings. Probiotics and fiber-foundation for a healthy diet.”Eating the right foods can create a healthy digestive tract for lifelong wellness. Amy will discuss the benefits of fiber, tips to increase fiber consumption and recommended amounts. Please register for this event online at www.rcmc-mhs.org or call 715.233.7464.

Date: Thursday, May 6
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Location: Holy Cross Lutheran Church
615 Maple Street
GC Instructor: Kathy Farah and Amy Burns
Fee: $10.00 (includes a light dinner)

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