HEALTH & FITNESS
Managing the Stress in Your Life…Once and for All!
Think you know what stress is? This course will define stress for you and explore ways that it has an impact on your life. You will learn many tips on manage the daily stress of family, work and relationships. Come ready to laugh, learn and have a lot of FUN!
2 Mondays, 7:00-9:00 p.m., October 19th, and October 26th
Facilitator: Wanda Hobbs is a licensed professional counselor and has 30+ years’ experience in teaching and counseling persons of all ages.
This course introduces three different wellness-based exercise programs to pique your interest and peak your fitness. The first session features Zumba, dance aerobics to a fusion of Latin and international music. The second session offers kickboxing. The third session addresses total body strength conditioning.
3 Fridays, 7:00-7:45 p.m., October 23rd, October 30th and November 6th
Damarcus Jones and his team are certified fitness trainers.
PHOTOGRAPHY & ART
10 Things to Know Before Buying (or Replacing) a Digital Camera
Feel empowered to purchase your new or another digital camera with the 10-point checklist you will receive in this course. By investing a little time to gather information, determine your goals and prepare before you buy, you'll greatly increase your chances of ending up with a model that meets your needs. Buyer, be informed!
3 Thursdays, 7:00-8:15 p.m., October 22nd, October 29th, November 5th
Facilitator: Gwen Mays, in her 25th year as an IT professional, has been taking pictures since the 5th grade and has had many “Kodak” moments.
THE ABC's OF DRAWING WHAT YOU SEE
Unleash the artist in you in a relaxing and supportive environment. In this course, you will learn how to see; how to hold a pencil; the importance of choosing the right supplies and media; shapes and forms and light and color; and how to draw a variety of things including plants, animals, landscapes, and people.
NOTE: The purchase of colored pencils and a drawing pad are required.
4 Saturdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m., October 24th, October 31st, November 7th, November 14th
Thelma Thomas (aka T. Dugas-White), an artist since the age of 6, studied at The Art League and The Art Institute and enjoys painting in a variety of media.
ENTERPRISE, MONEY & TRAVEL
Dynamic Corporate Interaction: Strategies to Building a Successful Career
Now, more than ever, it is important to social encounters, particularly in the corporate world. Discover the interpersonal skills you need to feel comfortable and confident talking with anyone in any situation. This course provides lots of fun opportunities to practice. Learn how to approach someone new and how to start, continue and end a conversation gracefully as well as how to establish rapport, how to make small talk result in a big payoff, and how to successfully mingle at business and social interactions.
2 Mondays, 7:00-9:00 p.m., October 19th and October 26th
Facilitators: Christlyn Calloway has been in leadership in corporate America and in the community for the past 23 years. Floyd LeBlanc is Vice President of Corporate Communications for CenterPoint Energy. Both are currently active members of the Prayer Ministry at Windsor Village UMC.
Vacations to Enhance Your Life and Ease Your Budget
(New: Traveling Solo)
Before you decide not to go on vacation this summer because times are tough, take this course. You will learn from a seasoned travel expert how to plan a budget-friendly vacation from start to finish including how to decide where and when to go, how to save, what to pack, what to see, how to return and everything else in-between.
6 Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30 p.m., October 20th-November 24th
Facilitator: Laurencetta Watson (with assistance from Andrew Watson) is a professionally trained tour director and has traveled to and vacationed in many domestic and international destinations with adults and youth.
REVITALIZING YOUR SMALL BUSINESS IN A DOWN ECONOMY
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) is an economic stimulus package enacted by the 11th United States Congress based largely on proposals made by President Barack Obama to provide a stimulus to the U.S. economy. This course provides information on funding opportunities as a result of this act as well as a discussion on how to develop a sound marketing strategy for your business which includes developing a vision and strategic plan. Learn various tools to help and protect your business.
5 Thursdays, 6:30-8:00 p.m., October 22nd-November 19th
Facilitator: Willie Howard and David Hollins, Sr. are active members of the Christian Entrepreneurial Organization and are highly trained investment professionals who help business owners and individuals who strive for business and personal success.
HOME & GARDEN
Cutting Costs Through Couponing
If you are not using coupons when you shop, you are leaving too much of your money in the store! In this course, you will learn how to organize your shopping trips, where to find saving opportunities and how to clip coupons and view sales weekly. By the end of this course, you will have all the tools you need to achieve successful shopping trips.
4 Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., October 20th-November 10th
Facilitator: Johnnell Sonnier is a manager for a major construction company and a smart shopper for whom couponing has gone from fun, to habit, to a lifestyle change.
RECYCLED REDESIGN: USE WHAT YOU HAVE TO GET THE ROOM THAT YOU WANT
Sometimes the most effective decorating strategy for a room is to rethink what you already own instead of buying more furniture and accessories. This philosophy is called "redesign." In this course, learn how to see old things in a new light and use what you have to create the room of your dreams. NOTE: Course participants are asked to bring an 8 x 10 photo of the room they wish to redesign.
2 Saturdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m., November 7th and November 14th
Facilitator: Thomasine Johnson is a principal designer for a professional residential and commercial design firm.
Crocheting, Quilting & fellowship
Learn to crochet and quilt in a beginner-friendly environment. These fun crafts are perfect for fellowship. Join us as we relax, share and enjoy crocheting and quilting together. You are guaranteed to relieve stress and experience satisfaction in finishing your first project or continuing an existing project. NOTE: The purchase of a crochet needle is required.
Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m., October 24th-Ongoing
Facilitator: Deanna Minor is a gormer Leisure Learning crochet instructor who learned to crochet as a young girl. Mary Wheatley is a retired educator and a member of the Aldine Quilting Guild who has been quilting for six years.
The Edible Backyard
Go from your backyard (or container) to the table with fresh fruits and vegetables. In this course, you will learn to plant the garden of your dreams from how to select the right type of garden, layout and tools to how to harvest and store your produce. A field trip to the Houston Farmers Market is also on the agenda.
5 Saturdays, 10:00-11:15 a.m., October 24th-November 14th
Facilitator: Sheretta Roberts has an active interest in gardening and in securing the freshest ingredients at the lowest costs with the greatest efficiency and focus on health.
Successful Dinner Party Planning
Ding, dong! The first guest has arrived and you are so ready. That is because you signed up for this class and found out what it took to throw a successful dinner party. You put together a plan that helped you decide on the guest list, timing, invitation, menu, table setting, shopping list, ambiance and more. Everything is ready and the rest is a breeze. Have fun!
2 Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.-Noon, October 31st and November 7th.
Facilitator: Dr. Jackie Cobbin is an educational consultant and award-winning motivational speaker and writer.
