January 2009 Semester
Detailed course listings
(Formatted for printing)
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Standard meeting times are listed below;  a few class meet at other times
Period 1	Period 2	Lunch	Period 3	Period 4
8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.	10:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.	12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.	2:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

ABC's of Making Money  Friday (Period 2) The full title of this class is "ABC's of making Money in a Down Economy and the Advantages of the Home-Based Business." This class explores the painless strategies for ordinary people to create wealth. It is a simple approach to making money without leaving home—wherever you live.	Ed Armbruster retired from the Panama Canal Company. He was also mayor of an American community, operated a flying business and was involved in civic and church affairs.
Acrylic Landscapes  Thursday (Periods 3 and 4) If you'd like to learn to paint in acrylics, if you think you can't draw or have no experience, you can learn the "one-stroke." Key to this technique is learning how to put paint on the brush and the way the brush shades and highlights all in one stroke. For the first session practice brushes and practice paints will be furnished to use on paper worksheets. Students need to furnish paper towels, any paints and brushes that they may have, and brush wash bucket. This class will meet in double sessions for four weeks beginning January 15, 2009.	Sally Anntree is a Snowbird from Wisconsin. She has been an art practitioner all her life and studied art and calligraphy in college. Six years ago she began developing a special style called "one-stroke." Many of her creations have been sold at craft fairs and boutiques.
Advanced Stock and Bond Workshop  Friday (Period 2) Class topics will include: Ways to own, buy and sell stocks -- short selling, buying on margin; the difference in stock exchanges -- NYSE, AMEX, NASDAQ; market cycles -- what they mean and the opportunities they represent; evaluating the numbers -- PE ratio, Beta and Sharpe ratios, etc.	Matt Ritter is an accredited asset management specialist licensed with the NASDAQ and NYSE.
Adventure Club  Wednesday 3:00 The Adventure Club is for people who want to do active things like hiking, biking, and kayaking. The club meets the last Wednesday of each month in the auditorium on the UWF campus at 3:00 pm. The club usually has one activity each week, and an overseas trip of biking and hiking each year. This does not count as one of your four classes.	For more information, please contact Clarice Hebinck at 581-4591.
America from Revolution to Reconstruction  Thursday (Period 2) Colonials versus Britain, Hamilton versus Jefferson, Settlers versus the Great West, North versus South -- Great conflicts, but from them came the United States.	Dr. Daniel Robison received his PhD in History from Auburn University. His major field is Modern Europe, with secondary field of England and Early Modern Europe. His teaching experience includes upper division courses from the Renaissance to 20th Century Europe.
An Eclectic View of the World  Friday (Period 1) Please join Dr. Bob on his personal quest to learn the nature and truth of all things. Through a highly eclectic mix of discussions we will examine a multitude of topics ranging from art, technology, nature, music and science to the diversity of culture and cultures, humanity at its best and worst, and the inevitable Fall of the American Empire. The sessions are meant to stir the imagination and generate lots of thought. In the end we will solve all the world's problems—or not.	Dr. Bob Kitahara holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering (Automatic Control) two Masters Degrees in various Business disciplines, and is pursuing a degree in Art. After spending 28 years in industry he is now an Assistant Professor of Management and Business for Troy University. He has taken pottery and printmaking courses in the mountains of North Carolina at the Penland School of Crafts and continues his journey, inquisitively, through life.
Antiques and Collectibles  Thursday (Period 1) Everybody collects something; if it's old and valuable it's an antique; but it doesn't have to be old and valuable to add pleasure and meaning to our lives. This class will be an overview of collecting, either antiques or otherwise, ways to use them and how to display them, from the 1800's to the present.	Gerald Roper has been collecting since he was nine years old (what little boy doesn't collect match-box cars?) and now he collects just about everything. He is a retired teacher with 38 years in the Okaloosa County School system and he now teaches homebound students.
Are We Alone?  Friday (Period 4) Join us for an all new trip to the stars, starting with our own Planet Earth and stopping for a brief visit at the Moon. Then on to our planetary neighbors. The stars will be our next destination, starting with Old Sol, our sun, and on to the stars of our Galaxy and then to the Universe at large. Is there any other life in the universe?	Dino Minutillo is retired from the USAF. In the service he worked in the NORAD space computation center. He works with a government contractor developing training scenarios. He has a lifelong interest in the heavens and is an accomplished star gazer.
Basic Computers  Friday (Period 2) This course will concentrate on basic skills for those who have little or no experience with computers. Students will be introduced to computer topics and will participate with hands-on use of the mouse and keyboard. This course is a prerequisite to intermediate and other advanced computer courses at CLL.	Judie Day has been a CLL computer instructor for several years.
Beading and Paper Artz  Friday (Periods 2 and 3) This class will encompass the magic of beads, bead history, and the fundamentals of beading techniques in creating jewelry items. Students will also be afforded the opportunity to express themselves through the use of rubber stamps, inks, and papers to create and decorate unique cards.	Karen Lauer holds a BS in Fashion Merchandising and Masters Degrees from Troy and UWF. She designs and shows jewelry nationally under the logo BEADMARKS. Pat Cragin is an RN, a Nikken Wellness Consultant, and holds a BA from Chapman College and an M.Ed from UWF. She is a lifelong crafter and takes classes to expand her skills.
Beginning Genealogy  Friday (Periods 1 and 2) This class will get you started on your Family Ancestry Tree for you and future generations. The course will include how to get started; research forms; name knowledge; the importance of time lines and history; census study; utilizing available resources; and preserving your genealogical materials. This class will meet first two periods for four weeks, beginning September 19.	Beverly Gross has been doing family research for over 42 years, taking courses and researching in many states as well as in France. She is presently the President of the Genealogical Society of Okaloosa County.
Beginning Italian  Friday (Period 3) This class will consist of written and spoken Italian for beginners. Students are urged to purchase "Instant Immersion Italian Deluxe Edition Workbook" from Amazon or local bookstores such as Books-A-Million.	Theresa Holland, Phi Theta Kappa, Okaloosa Walton Community College, is a first generation American born in Mount Vernon, NY, of Italian parents. She has taught Italian for many years..
Beyond Basic Computers  Friday (Period 3) This course will expand on the basic skills and experience with computers that students acquired in the Basic Computer class. Students will also expand on their knowledge of the topics and programs that they were introduced to in the basic computer class, as well as more hands-on use of the mouse and keyboard.	Judie Day has been a CLL computer instructor for several years.
Biblical Archaeology: The United Kingdom  Friday (Period 3) This course will cover the period in the Middle East from 1,100 BC to 900 BC: From the conquest of Canaan to the United Kingdom of Saul, David and Solomon. We will examine archeological and historical sources that support the biblical account.	Bob Lauderdale is retired from the USAF and Civil Service. The last five years of his career were spent as staff archaeologist for Eglin AFB. Following retirement from the USAF, he spent three years as a contract archaeologist. Bob has a degree in Archaeology from UT, San Antonio.
Bird Watching for Casual Observers  Thursday 8:00 to 11:00 This class is for those who love birds, and who wish to view them in their natural environment. Classes will focus on identification by field marks, behavior, and bird sounds. Beginners as well as more experienced birders are welcome. The first class will meet at Troy on Thursday, January 15, at 8:30 a.m. in Room 2A. Subsequent classes will meet Thursdays 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. in designated places near the area of observation. There will be moderate walking.	Thelma Phillips is a lifelong observer of birds, and currently serves as President of the Choctawhatchee Audubon Society. Fred Doyle is retired from the USAF and the Okaloosa County school system. He is an avid bird watcher.
Blog Like a Pro  Thursday (Period 1) Here's a chance to make your blog (whether it's a travel adventure, a political diatribe or a newsletter for your grandchildren) read as if it were written by a seasoned journalist. It's not about putting stuff up on the Internet—there are many options and many of them easy enough to figure out—but about making what you write for your space credible, compelling, inviting and entertaining. Your instructor is a retired newspaper editor who really hates to lecture, so be prepared for a lively discussion. And if you're already writing, bring samples with you.	Will Corbin has worked at newspapers in Lakeland and Gainesville, FL, Escondido and Stockton, CA, and Newport News, VA. He retired in 2001 to spend a few years in Europe, working with papers in the former Soviet bloc (where he kept a journal, the first part of which can be found at looksheep.com). He grew up in Fort Walton Beach and graduated from CHS. He and wife Linda returned here in 2004. He has previously taught journalism ethics in the Lifelong Learning program at the College of William and Mary.
Comparative Religion  Friday (Period 3) This class will focus on the beliefs of eight different religions from the viewpoints of experts on the subject, and the historical context of each religion. Tentative class schedule should include: Eckankar, Lutheran, Scientology, Judaism, Salvation Army, Disciples of Christ, Seventh Day Adventist, Nazarene. Classes will include questions and discussions about each of the religions.	Virginia Ronald is a retired Social Studies educator and historian. She taught Comparative Religion in a public high school, the only such course in the United States.
Computer Club  Tuesday 10:30 All CLL instructors, faculty and students who are interested in keeping abreast of the fast changes in computer technology and sharing their computer knowledge and experience are eligible to join the growing numbers of club members. The club meets from 10:30 to 12 noon the second Tuesday of each month in Room 751, Building 7, Fort Walton Beach UWF campus. Meetings begin with a Q & A/problem solving session followed by a computer-related presentation by either a club member or an outside guest speaker. To join, simply show up for a meeting.	Jim Cooper serves at Computer Club President. For more info contact Judie Day, club secretary, at yearma@mchsi.com.
Computer Practice w/EXCEL 2007  Friday (Period 1) Computer Practice w/Excel 2007........Friday (Period 1) This course provides an opportunity to learn and practice some of the features of the newest version of Excel 2007. Students should have taken some previous computer courses, understand and have worked with spreadsheets in at least a limited fashion. You should have Excel on your home computer.	Bob Davis worked as a program/project manager and consultant in the electronics and defense industries, and is retired from the USAF. He holds a BS from Troy University and MBA from UWF, and has been an avid computer user for more than 20 years.
Computer Workshop  Friday (Period 1) This course will be a free flowing discussion and lecture course. Students will use the school computers to some degree but much of the information will be by teacher demonstrations. Students are encouraged to bring questions and problems up for discussion. We will then try to demonstrate a fix. Guest speakers will provide course material for some classes. Note: This class will also include XP Computer Configuration and Settings.	Dr. Bob Carney has an extensive background in computers.
Computer Workshop Using Microsoft 2007  Thursday (Period 1) In this class students will select projects of their own choosing and complete them using the Microsoft Office applications and the Internet access that are available in our classroom. This course is for students who are more advanced in their use of the computer. Use your skill to expand your knowledge to create documents that are of interest to you. You have the full suite of MS Office and the Internet to complete your projects,. Lecture is minimal. This is not a basic class. Bring a thumb (flash) drive to save your work.	Bob Garcia has worked in systems development and computer systems operation mgmt and database design since 1968.
Conversational German (for Beginners)  Thursday (Period 1) This class will provide the student with the ability to perform basic communication in the German language. This includes being able to greet people in German, shop, order meals and drinks, get a room in a hotel, tell time, count, seek and understand directions. You will also discuss some German customs, which will come in handy in a German environment.	Brigitte Monturo was born, raised, and educated in Germany. She was a druggist in her native country before coming to the US in 1957. She is a retired bank auditor and enjoys gardening and reading.
Cooking with Mary and Patti  Tuesday (Period 2) Your personal chefs will do a "Show and Tell" with lunch included. The class recipes will be easy for the general cook, with all new menus this semester. Classes will be held at the Covenant Community Church, 1007 Gospel Road (across from the YMCA), Fort Walton Beach.	Mary Churillo has managed Chef-on-the-Go for more than 10 years. A former RN, she specializes in menus for various health concerns. Patti Horton, whose specialties are Cajun gumbo, sauces and seafood, has worked with Mary for over 7 years.
Creative Reading, Writing  Friday (Period 3) Who says we aren't creative? Have fun with creative exercises and games, talk about our favorite books, even some art appreciation. We'll still do as much writing as you want to do. But; no arithmetic!	Lou Krueger is a graduate of UWF with a degree in Communication. She is a free-lance writer.
Crime, Media, and Pop Culture  Thursday (Period 3) If you are like most people, you get much of your information about what's going on in the world from the media. The news and entertainment media are in the business of making money. Both do a horrible job of informing us about the reality of crime. Do we have a crime problem? Is being a police officer as cool as it looks? What impact do the media and pop culture have on the real world? What is the CSI effect in court? Can we really send someone to jail for life? What's it really like to be in prison? If all goes well, you will leave class asking even more questions about every day crime stuff!	Dr. Kathy Johnson received a BS in 1987 and MS in 1989 in Criminal Justice from Illinois State University. Her PhD is in Criminology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania (1995). She is currently a tenured associate professor of Criminal Justice for UWF at the FWB campus.
Deal the Cards; Playing Bridge for Fun  Thursday 9:00 to 12:00 Come with or without a partner. Cards and scorepads are furnished. No formal instruction provided -- this is just a chance to play bridge, have fun, and maybe improve your skills. This class will be held at the Covenant Community Church.	Carolyn Miles and Jean Johnson have been playing bridge for more years than we're allowed to say.
Decorative Embroidery  Friday (Period 3) This class will consist of decorating articles with silk flowers and crocheted items. Anyone wishing to do silk ribbon embroidery, please bring something to put a design on. Also you will need to purchase 100% pure silk ribbon and ribbon embroidery needles. Basic embroidery stitches will be reviewed for those who wish to renew their skills.	Una Heavener was born in London, England and came to the states in 1958. She and her husband moved to Florida in 1995. She is a lifelong embroiderer.
Digital Photography  Saturday 10:45 This course provides each student with an introduction to the basic concepts of Digital Photography. Class topics will include: Why go digital? Choosing the right camera; storing images on your computer/website; image editing (how to remove your ex-brother-in-law from your favorite family picture); sharing photos via Email; scanning/printing options...and more. Basic skills using Microsoft Windows and computer mouse/keyboard required.	Joe Johnston, after 34 years with the 3M Company, retired in 1998. Part of his career involved managing one of 3M Division's Information Technology Departments. A photo hobbyist, he is enthusiastic about sharing his experience and knowledge with CLL participants. He has had a longtime interest in computer applications and has completed numerous computer courses and workshops. This is Joe's fifth year with the CLL program.
Discover Yourself  Friday (Period 2) Discover why we do what we do as well as obtaining deeper insights into our ability to transform both our outer and inner worlds in everyday lives. Experience an introduction to meditation and hypnosis.	Russ Youngblood has 30 years as a psychotherapist and is currently in private practice, attending to groups, families and individuals. He provides a full spectrum of therapy.
ESP, Ghosts, and UFOs  Friday (Period 3) Is it possible to read another person's mind, and know their innermost thoughts and secrets? Are ghosts real? Is our planet being visited by creatures from another planet? The reports of eye witnesses will emphatically say, "Yes, of course! How could you not believe it?" A scientific approach, though, will say. "Well, maybe, but let's take a hard look at the evidence." This class will look at both perspectives, and tell us some things about how our minds work.	Thomas Sajwaj has a doctoral degree in psychology, and has been a therapist, researcher, and manager of mental health programs. He is now retired.
Estate Planning for Florida Residents  Thursday (Period 2) This course covers an overview of estate planning, legal instruments including wills, living trusts, power of attorney, etc. Probate issues, estate taxes, Medicaid planning, asset protection, and guardianship topics will also be discussed. There is a $15.00 fee for materials, which will be collected at Registration.	J. Mark Fisher has a BA degree in Finance from Florida State University and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Mississippi College School of Law. He has practiced exclusively in the area of probate and estate planning since 1985.
Exercise to Improve Flexibility and Balance  Friday (Period 3) Flexibility and balance are two challenges which the older adult faces. This class will focus on stretching, routines to improve flexibility, and balance techniques. Students will proceed at their individual paces, and will be encouraged to practice outside of class. Please bring a mat or blanket for floor exercises.	Jean Lee-Jackson, a certified Physical Therapist, graduated from Physical Therapy School in 1982. Since coming to FWB she has worked in local hospitals for seven years. She is now a consultant, and she specializes in home health care.
Exploring Italy  Friday (Period 3) This course is designed to acquaint the student with the beautiful country of Italy. Learn some history, geography, culture and enough Italian to get around the country on a visit.	Carola McReynolds, a native of Italy, has taught classes in Italian cooking and Italian culture for many years.
Fabulous East Africa  Friday (Period 2) Explore the Africa of your imagination, the birthplace of the human race, the home of wild animals. Discover the history, geography, art, music and myths of Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda.	Herbert Heyse is a former missionary, engineer, teacher and professor. He has several interests including history. He recently taught the class 'History of Our Letters & Numbers.'
Financial Planning/Investing for the Real World  Friday (Period 1) This class is a basic course in the fundamentals of investing with emphasis on the stock market. Bonds, mutual funds, annuities, and how they impact retirement finances will also be considered. Emphasis will be placed on retirement income.	Brance Parker, a retired Navy Captain, is a Certified Financial Planner who works for a major Wall Street firm.
Gardening along the Gulf Coast  Friday (Period 2) This class is not just for the dirt-digger, and you don't have to live on the Gulf Coast. Eight master gardeners bring their award-winning presentations on herbs, plant propagation, pest identification, container gardening, pond gardening and more. A number of demonstrations and examples of the various plants contribute to the all-around excellence of this class.	Coordinator Dr. Lionel 'Lee' Leon, a master gardener, earned his advanced degrees at the University of Florida. He joined the OWC faculty in 1965 where he was a popular teacher of the biological sciences.
Genealogy—It's All Relative  Friday (Period 3) This class is for those who have an interest in expanding their family history research beyond basic genealogy.	Class will be taught by Thelma Phillips and Margaret Harris. Thelma has served as a volunteer consultant for more than 20 years at the FWB Family History Center. Margaret has served as Director of the FHC, and as President of the Okaloosa County Genealogy Society. Both have presented many workshops and programs at family history seminars in Northwest Florida.
Great Decisions  Friday (Period 3) Class members will share their views on eight issues currently in the news, using the Foreign Policy Assn 2009 briefing book as a starting point. The topics we'll talk about are: Energy and the Global Economy, Global Food Supply, the US and Rising Powers, the Arctic Age, Cuba after Castro, Afghanistan and Pakistan, Egypt in the 21st Century, and Universal Human Rights. Of course we'll also talk about Iraq and Iran whenever the spirit moves us. All views are welcome and that makes for lively sessions.	Stan Berg has a degree in Psychology, with graduate work in Public Administration at George Washington University. He is retired from the US Civil Service Commission. Aaron Thrush is a retired USAF officer who has taught in the Dept. of Political Science at the USAF academy and the Special Operations School at Hurlburt Field.
Human Aspect of the Civil War  Thursday (Period 3) In this class we will deal with the human role in espionage, terrorism, and the underground railroad. We'll also consider women's roles as soldier, spy, and nurse, discussing such women as Rose Greenhow, Crazy Belle Boyd, Harriett Tubman and others. Distinguished gentlemen such as Gen Lee, Gen Grant, Presidents Jefferson Davis and Abraham Lincoln will also be covered, as well as other famous figures of the day. The last class will deal with what happened to these individuals after the war. Class participation is encouraged.	Frank Gray grew up in a small town in east Tennessee, and is retired from the USAF. He holds degrees in Business Administration and Psychology. He is currently employed as a maintenance test pilot at Hurlburt.
Inside the Vault  Tuesday 9:00 to 10:30 This class, which will be held at the Heritage Museum, will feature the history of the area as assembled from the artifacts, documents, and oral recollections of the founders. Guest speakers will present various aspects of the story, and participants will get an insight into the history through the extensive archival collections, many of which are not on display.	Michelle Severino, Museum Director, will coordinate this course.
Intermediate Conversational Spanish (Cancelled)  Friday (Period 2) This is not a beginner's class. Students should have had at least one or two basic Spanish classes, or have lived or visited in Spanish-speaking countries where they joined in speaking the language. In addition to conversation, grammar will be taught and assignments will be given at each class.	Renee Perry is from the former Panama Canal Zone. She has taught total immersion Spanish for Berlitz International to military reserve students.
International Travel and Cruising  Friday (Period 1) This class combines two of Ed's previous courses: International Travel and Want to Cruise But Don't Know Which to Choose?	Ed Armbruster and his wife Jean have traveled extensively both land and sea. Ed brings to the class new knowledge and old experience.
Internet Fundamentals  Saturday 9:00 Broaden your communication and research skills using the Internet. This course will include: Choosing the Internet Service Provider that is right for you, accessing the Internet, browsing the World Wide Web, organizing your favorite websites, downloading files, photo images and software to your computer, buying and selling items on eBay, exchanging Email, and more. Basic skills using Microsoft Windows and computer mouse/keyboard required.	Joe Johnston. Please see Digital Photography.
Internet Practice  Friday (Period 2) This course will increase skills in use of the browsers to navigate the Internet via the UWF high-speed network. Increased efficiency in sending photos, files, and documents, as email attachments will be included. Selection and use of Search Engines to search for all things animal, vegetable, or mineral will be taught and practiced. Cookies and Spam will be on the menu. Some experience with the Internet is required. Students are urged to bring a thumb drive for copying material.	Norman Blakley retired from the USAF and received his master's degree from Michigan State. He has taught CLL computer classes for several years.
Kooser, Cather and Other Cornhuskers  Friday (Period 3) This class examines the literary side of Nebraska that is as deep and rich as the football legacy of the University. The lives and work of Ted Kooser (poet laureate of the US), Willa Cather (English class standard), Roger Welsch (Postcards from Nebraska), Robert Henri (Ashcan school of painting), Warren Buffett, Henry Fonda and other actors, and Mari Sandoz (Old Juleso) will be included.	Dr. Patricia Moran has a PhD from FSU in Adult Education. She is an alumna of the Univ of Nebraska and Troy Univ. Her interests are educational history, women's issues and policy studies. She is affiliated with Americorp.
Law, Medicine, and Society  Thursday (Period 1) This course addresses ethical considerations that the medical profession faces every day when dealing with questions of priority, cost, morality, patient's rights and doctors' responsibilities. Topics to be covered include issues of death, euthanasia, reproductive rights, mental health treatment, etc.	Dr. Arthur Lester is a Board certified Diplomate in Obstetrics and Gynecology and a member of the Florida Bar.
Living with Art  Friday (Period 4) This is an all new program. Sister Wendy is an art teacher who has made videos of her presentations, many of which have been aired on television. Come and see how Sister Wendy views art through the centuries.	Maxine Booth Hadfield has studied art at many universities and art institutes. She has conducted slide lectures on a number of topics. She is also a practicing artist.
Many (Happy) Returns  Friday (Period 3) While you're wondering about the hereafter, have you ever wondered what's after the hereafter? This class will provide a geographical and an historical context for a review of the concept of reincarnation. Class will include lecture, discussion, and experiential components. Class will also include sessions on other phenomena such as out of body experiences and near death experiences.	Dr. Laurentia Chamblee has earned a BA in Psychology, an MA in Counseling, and a PhD in East-West Psychology. Her dissertation was titled "The Effects of Past-Life Regression on Attitudes Towards Death and Changes in Life Values."
Medieval History  Friday (Period 1) Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to live in France in the 13th Century? This course answers a lot of your questions as we study the paperback book "Life in a Medieval City" by Joseph and Frances Gies. We will discuss chapters on the businessman, housewife, doctor, cathedral builder, school student and many others. Paperback books are available on loan for the duration of the course to each student. No homework or tests—just fun in learning about a fascinating period of history.	This class will be taught by former Choctawhatchee High School history teacher, Dodie Glowa. She was Social Studies Dept. chair and taught 28 years in Okaloosa County. She holds degrees in History and Sociology and an MA in counseling.
Memory and Forgetting  Friday (Period 4) This class provides an overview of normal human memory and forgetting, as derived from research. Emphasis is placed on the processes, found in individuals of all ages, by which memories are acquired, retained, retrieved, and/or forgotten. A variety of tactics are reviewed that may help better store and retrieve selected memories. Please note that this is not a class on coping with cognitive impairments associated with brain injury or disease.	Thomas Sajwaj has a doctoral degree in psychology, and has been a therapist, researcher, and manager of mental health programs. He is now retired.
Moving for Health  Friday (Period 4) Are you that one in a million couch potato who knows you need to get up to get moving, but can't stand the thought of exercise? Here's the opportunity to get the inside scoop on aerobic routines that make you feel like you are a part of a dance troupe. Come march, dance, lunge and laugh while burning calories and building up your stamina and endurance.	Deborah Hansford is a certified personal trainer and group exercise instructor with a NETA (National Exercise Trainer's Assn) whose special interest is motivating older adults into becoming active.
Musical Hues: Jazz and Blues  Friday (Period 3) Take a musical journey, from the beginning of the last century to today, by exploring the history, music, and musicians of America's artistic gift to the world: Jazz and Blues. Participants will become more informed listeners of music by hearing CDs, viewing DVDs, lectures and discussions. Members of the class will be encouraged to bring recordings of their favorite styles: Dixieland, Swing, Bebop, Rhythm and Blues, etc. Although often sidelined by establishment arts, the history of Jazz and Blues is the hottest story in 20th-Century music. Make it a part of your world, too!	Kathleen Dietz is a retired vocal music teacher from St. Louis, MO. She received her BS in Music Education from Missouri State University and her MA from Washington University, where she was later a doctoral candidate. Kathleen was Miss Missouri 1968 and a member of the 1969 Miss America USO Tour to Vietnam.
No Pretzel Yoga A  Wednesday (Period 2) This style of yoga is called Svaroopa, which is a gentle therapeutic version of Hatha Yoga. This is for people wanting to incorporate more physical activity in their lives. Svaroopa yoga's emphasis is on releasing core tensions in the body, particularly surrounding the spine. Many students experience a difference in their bodies and/or relief from pain after just one class. This class will be held at the Way of Life Unity Center, 1797 Hurlburt Road, FWB. First class Sep 17, 2008.	Louise Davis has been practicing various styles of yoga since she was a teenager. She is registered with Yoga Alliance as a yoga teacher at the 200-hour level and is completing her 500 hour certification as a Certified Svaroopa Yoga Teacher.
No Pretzel Yoga B  Wednesday (Period 3) Please see No Pretzel Yoga A, above.
Oral Interpretation  Thursday (Period 2) The purpose of Oral Interpretation is to attempt to persuade others to enjoy quality literature. The reader should make the meaning impressive to the audience and should move the audience not only to understand, but to feel. The interpretive readings will be of poetry, prose, or any other literary genre. Come and enjoy using your voice's rate, tone, inflection, energy and rhythm to bring words to life for an audience.	Jo Yeager taught speech and drama for 18 years at Choctaw High School and was a Florida Speech Teacher of the Year. Logene Solberg, class assistant, taught drama workshops for the Florida League of Arts and is active with Stagecrafters
Pastel Painting  Friday (Period 2) This class is open for students to enjoy pastel painting on any level. Students will be instructed on color, perspective and overall design. Bring your own ideas of what you would like to paint.	Priscilla Bonjour has more than 30 years experience in painting and is an award winning artist. She has worked with pastels the last 10 years. Having studied extensively with a Master of Fine Arts artist in Pensacola, she has been asked to paint everything from flowers to fighter jets.
Pen and Ink Drawing  Friday (Periods 3 and 4) This class will be a mixture of technique and media -- of drawing, perspective, pen and ink strokes, a touch of watercolor, and more. Fee for initial supplies will be $17 per student, collected at registration. Instructor will provide necessary subsequent supplies. This class will meet in double sessions for four weeks beginning January 16, 2009.	Helen Blair, with 30 years of teaching experience in the art of painting, is a certified instructor with KOH-I-NOOR/Grumbacher/Sanford and Alexander Art, and has worked with Winsor Newton. She has studied extensively and has won numerous awards. She presently works with Teachers and Educators of Art Materials, a national group of teachers.
Personality Preferences  Friday (Period 2) Your personality preferences change little during your lifetime. All preferences are good but stress results from doing things you do not normally prefer. You will learn how to understand yourself (and others), how you make decisions, and profile your preferred life style. This experience is interactive and requires some participation in a fun, friendly class setting. An in-class (approximate) $8.00 charge is necessary for your own Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI).	Rick Hastings was the head team building facilitator at Eglin AFB. He is MBTI certified with over ten years of experience. Rick is a retired Electronic and Computer Engineer with extensive education from MIT, RPL, WPI, Michigan, Florida, Rochester, and Syracuse. Betty Old, assisting Rick, has a BS and MBA in Quantitative Systems. Her experiences in pursuit of a Psychology Masters Degree taught her that she enjoyed life more than college.
PhotoGraphics  Saturday 9:00 to 12:00 INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER USERS, ONLY. Learn to do amazing and creative things to your ordinary photographs! Using a computer and Photoshop Elements you will learn to repair old photographs, make photo composites, calendars, cards and add special effects to your images. We will cover the basics of scanning, manipulation, printing and saving photos for long-term storage and email. This is your chance to add fun and creativity to your digitized photographs. This is an intermediate class; basic computer skills are necessary. Jump drive required.	Jackie Youngblood is a lifelong educator with degrees in Home Economics and Computer Graphics. She is currently employed part-time at a graphics shop and part-time for her husband, Russ.
Powerpoint 2007 Plus  Thursday (Period 3) You may already know how to create a simple slide show, but want to attain the proficiency to create an advanced presentation for a wider audience. If so, this is the course for you. The course will provide students the skills required to: Use Slide masters, Handout masters, Notes masters to increase consistency and audience satisfaction; add animations, sound, and video to your presentation; set slide timing and add narration to a slide show, and use Presenter view to enhance live presentations; learn the process of adapting a presentation for specific audiences. You'll also learn how to use hyperlinks to organize and customize content within a general presentation. Learn an easy way to share images in PowerPoint 2007 via the photo album.	Jim Cooper has taught computer classes for CLL for many years. He is also president of the CLL Computer Club.
Sally's Watercolor Class  Friday (Periods 2 and 3) This class will be an introduction to the art of creating a watercolor workbook. Students will also paint a picture or two of their choosing. This class will be a worthwhile experience for students of any skill level. Class meets four double sessions beginning January 16, 2009.	Sally Antree is a Snowbird from Wisconsin. She has been an art practitioner all her life and studied art and calligraphy in college. Many of her creations have been sold at craft fairs and boutiques.
Spanish for Beginners Part B  Friday (Period 2) This class is a continuation of last semester's class and is for beginners who have little or no knowledge of the language. Class instruction will begin with sounds and proceed to easy but practical vocabulary, commonly used expressions and a little grammar to help with sentence structure.	Mercedes See was born and raised in Spain. She has lived in Fort Walton Beach since 1973, and has taught Spanish, from elementary school to college level, for 20 years. She is now retired and enjoys traveling to Spain and Europe, and gardening.
Spanish for Beginners Part II  Thursday (Period 2) This class is for beginners who have taken the Spanish for Beginners class. Class instruction will continue with sounds and proceed to easy but practical vocabulary, commonly used expressions and a little grammar to help with sentence structure. Students are urged to purchase "Easy Spanish Exercises" by Sandra Truscott, McGraw/Hill, $7.95.	Mercedes See. Please see Spanish for Beginners.
Square Dancing  Friday 3:00 to 4:30 Square dancing is an ideal recreation and healthful exercise that requires agility, fast movement and stamina. It is also "Friendship Set to Music." This is a full participation course and attendees will be dancing within five minutes of starting the first class. Classes will be held from 3:00 to 4:30 PM at Pasarda Hall, 17 Industrial Street, FWB. Must have at least 16 sign up.	Bill Van Hoesen is a professional square dance caller with 25 years experience. He is a member of CALLERLAB, the international association of square dance callers, and the Northwest Florida Callers' Assn. As a member of the European Callers and Teachers Assn., much of Bill's career has been in Europe -- Germany, England, Scotland, and the Czech Republic. He is licensed by BMI/ASCAP to perform copyrighted music in public. Bill has conducted numerous square dance courses and has taught hundreds of people to square dance.
Tai Chi for Everyone  Friday (Period 2) This class is for everyone interested in the art and exercise of Tai Chi.	Bill Weimers has studied and taught Tai Chi for many years.
Teaching the Bible as Literature  Friday (Period 2) The disciple John takes on the Matriarchy in Ephesians—A study of 1 John. Learn about the world renowned Temple of Artemis of the Ephesians. Study John's response to Gnosticism in his circular letter to churches in Asia Minor. Discuss the misuse of physical love by Gnostic Christians which caused church fathers to define Gnosticism as heresy. Read John's careful definitions of love written for Gnostic Christians. Discuss the misuse of love as a possible influence of the culture of Artemis of the Ephesians and the temple prostitutes which serviced worshipers of Artemis.	Sandy Miller is a retired educator and entrepreneur. After publishing her first magazine article in 1963, she continued to be a part time author. Upon retiring, she devoted more time to writing. Studies prepared for CLL "Bible as Literature" classes have become part of the work marketed to publishers.
U. S. Foreign Policy  Friday (Period 1) Through lectures and discussion this course will examine contemporary US foreign policy issues to include those involving: Russia, the Middle East, Afghanistan, Cuba, China, and Venezuela. Additional worldwide problems will be considered as interest warrants.	Dr. Harry Shallcross is a retired USAF officer, a former college professor, and holds a PhD in political science from FSU with a major in International Relations.
Video Processing  Friday (Period 4) In this course students will learn how to make movies and slide shows and burn them to a DVD. Using a computer and Windows Movie Maker, students will learn how to capture audio/video from a video camera or other video source, edit the audio/video, and add titles, video transitions and special effects. Students will then learn how to use a Sonic product to author and burn student's movie/slide show to DVD. This is an intermediate class; basic computer skills are required.	Billy Walker is a retired civil servant and two of his hobbies are videography and photography.
Vietnam and American Politics  Thursday (Period 2) This course investigates the Vietnam War and its impact upon the political experience and social values of the United States. It begins with a historical overview of the major international players and then proceeds to analyze the associated major events that took place during the 30 years (1945-1975) of American involvement in Vietnam. The course then concludes with discussions of the impact and lessons of the Vietnam War for America, its people, and other nations in the international system. The instructor served two tours of military duty in Vietnam during the war.	Leo Weeks is a retired Army colonel who has dealt with the broad questions of foreign policy during his assignments to the American Embassies in Germany, Sweden, and Switzerland. He has been active in university level education since his retirement, to include his present position as an adjunct professor of international relations with UWF.
Watercolor Plus  Thursday (Period 3) All media welcome, a friendly and encouraging class, with gentle instruction at first, but with greater latitude overall. List of weekly topics and suggested supplies at registration.	Dr. Dan Robison (see America from Revolution to Reconstruction)
Windows Basic Review Plus  Friday (Period 3) This course is a review of the basic windows commands as found on the web at www.baycongroup.com for XP or Vista and other topics suggested by the students or instructor. Students can gain experience on the class computers. Emphasis will be placed on the quickest way to do tasks (there are frequently 3 or more ways). To understand the course and the new learning students are encouraged to have email addresses before they join, for homework assignments, questions, and practice. Let's share what we enjoy doing on the computer!	Betty Old graduated in computers in 1970, the time of punch cards. She got the 4th IBM PC shipped to NW FL in '81/'82. It had 64K memory which Bill Gates said was all anyone would ever need! She's been riding the PC tiger and holding on since then. How do you get to Carnegie Hall? It'll be much easier.
Windows XP Review  Friday (Period 4) This course will concentrate on increasing computer skills in use and maintenance of personal computers for students with basic computer skills. (Completion of the basic computer course or equivalent experience is required.) Students should own or have access to a personal computer. Topics include: Understanding how Windows works, file maintenance, downloading and uploading files, installing and removing programs, simple trouble-shooting, and more. A thumb drive will be required for downloading handouts for home study and future reference.	Bob Blair has completed several computer courses at OWC and has worked with computers for more than 20 years. He has taught computer classes at CLL for several years.
Wood Carving  Thursday (Period 3) Learn how to carve wood. Begin with simple projects and move on as you improve. Knives and materials furnished for a nominal fee.	Fred Cuddy has carved wood for years, first building kayaks, and then carving animals. He has taught for several years.
You in the Stars  Friday (Period 1) Basic astrology is a study of the electro-magnetic interaction of the planets in our solar system, translated into the characteristics and personalities of all of us. Get to "know thyself."	Joanne McMasters has been a student of astrology for 35 years and has found it to be a fascinating and enlightening study and an exciting pastime.
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