This class is designed to make the 55 and older driver more safe and responsible. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the class and are eligible for a discount on their car insurance. Make checks payable to Ed Finkelstein.
Act#
Session
Location
Days/S
Time/S
210101
9/25
Senior Center
TH
8:30am-4pm
10/23
Register at the La Quinta Senior Center
This class will introduce the ukulele, including its history and capabilities. Learn basics of muscial notation, as well as how to play the ukulele as an accompaniment to singing. No previous musical experience needed. *No registration after the first day of class.
310189
2/3-3/3
T
1:00pm-2:00pm
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This class will introduce the use of verbs in conversation. Travel information and fun activities will be used to integrate grammar and cultural knowledge. Required textbook: Barron's Learn Spanish, 3rd Edition, by Gene Hammitt. Text is availalbe at Barnes & Noble, Borders & Amazon.
210130
10/6-11/10
M
1pm-2pm
Open discussion group, all viewpoints encouraged. Topics will revolve around elections, the economy, Iran, Russia, Iraq, China, North Korea, oil & energy sources. Seating is limited to the first 26 participants enrolled.
310184
1/28-3/4
W
3:00pm-4:30pm
Increase your skills as an experienced fiber artist of traditional rug hooking. Review of color theory, composition and dying techniques. Beginners contact the La Quinta Senior Center prior to enrollment.
310125
1/5-2/23
9:00am-12:00pm
3/2-4/13
4/20-5/18
Come explore the history of the United States of America with Jack Sholl, Volunteer, Master Ranger Corp for Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Limited spaces, sign-up early at the La Quinta Senior Center.
FREE
1/28 - US Constitution
10:30am-12pm
2/4 - A Tale of 2 Bells
3/4 - Polish Sons of Liberty
4/1 - Independence Square
For the complete novice, this class starts with the basics and allows students to build on their ability to play bridge. Seating is limited for this class to the first 20 participants.
310104
1/9-1/30^
F
9:00am-11:00am
2/6-3/6
This class is designed to teach the fundamentals, emphasize communicaiton, and uses common conventions to define your hand. Seating is limited for this class to the first 20 participants.
1/7-1/28
9:30am-11:30am
2/4-2/25
3/4-4/1
Beginners & intermediate dog owners will learn basic obedience commands and behavior issues. Evaluation class is required before session begins. Dogs must hava a leash & collar; must have all current vaccinations; one dog per owner.
310135
Evaluation 1/20
10am-11:30am
1/27-2/17
Evaluation 3/3
3/17-4/7
Evaluation 4/14
4/21-5/12
sketch & draw
This basic introduction to sketching will provide instruction about techniques & materials used to create drawings. Limited spaces; register early at the La Quinta Senior Center.
2/11
1:00pm-3:00pm
Learn the basics of drawing with perspective, the elements of design and composition and how to create textures using pencils, charcoal and ink.
310128
1/7-2/11
2/18-4/1
4/8-5/6^
Learn techniques and principles of watercolor. Color theory, design and compsition will teach you how to create dynamic watercolor paintings through the proper use of value, color & layout.
310132
1/8-2/19
9am-12pm
3/5-4/30
Learn advanced watercolor techniques with this intermediate class. It is designed to challenge students who want to go to the next level with their painting skills.
3/2-4/13^
A special invitation to experience nature in a whole new “light;" outdoor inspired activities followed by the moon rise. Sleeping bag & flashlight suggested, but not required.
320321
3/10
Museum
6pm-7:30pm
Learn how to really make it in voiceovers. Learn the aspects of the industry, technique, and most importantly the instructor will demonstrate her method for finding work, which is the easiest way to get voice-over work.
321002
4/23
Library
7pm-9pm
Writing your memoirs captures gifts of time. Fun, interactive place to learn how to tell and preserve your living story. Writing our memoirs allows us to honor each moment.
320615
1/5-2/2
6:30pm-8pm
2/23-3/23
3/30-4/20
4/27-5/18
Writing class geared towards finding your focal point, achieving balance, encouraging growth, awareness, personal development, and finding your voice.
320616
1/8-2/5
2/26-3/26
4/2-4/23
4/30-5/21
Learn to love nature with outdoor-inspired activities that will excite and delight any age, toddler to pre-teen. Take home ides for family fun, right in your own backyard!
Food prices are rising; save money by replacing misinformation with time & money. Learn skills in meal planning, product selection & shopping techniques.
320602
1/27
6:30pm-7:30pm
Beautiful, much appreciated gifts can be made from pine cones, seed pods, dried roses, etc. First class, view a variety of projects, develop guidelines of design and observe; second class, construct project.
320601
1/21-1/28
Includes information on: HOA’s, Mediation, Arbitration, and small claims court. Also learn to keep a judgment off your credit report, cost effective alternatives to court, and ways to have greater influence on the final outcome.
321309
1/28-2/11
5:30pm-7:30pm
3/11-3/25
4/29-5/13
This class teaches all the basics. Learn to read chord charts, tablature, develop strumming, rhythm, finger picking, tuning your guitar and how to play songs. No musical experience required. Written materials provided & access to learning website.
321001
1/6-2/17
7pm-8pm
2/24-3/31
4/14-5/19
Learn easy and fun songs from Johnny Cash, Sheryl Crow & others. Learn to read and play simple standard music notation, new chords & rhythms. No musical experience required. Written materials provided & access to learning website.
321004
It’s like Guitar Hero, only real! Learn Blues scales, chords and rhythms. It’s the root of all Rock n’ Roll from AC/DC to Zeppelin. Written materials provided & access to learning website.