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Institute for Learning in Retirement 450 North Avenue Battle Creek, MI 49017

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Fall 2014 Newsletter

Institute for Learning in Retirement Kellogg Community College

Table of

Contents

Board Notes 2 What’s Happening 3 Calhoun County Classes 4-7 Meet Our Instructors 8 Calhoun County Registration Form 9 Barry County Registration Form 10 Barry County Classes 11-12 Barry County Registration Form 13 Calhoun County Registration Form 14 ILR Calendar 15 Lifelong Learning Classes 16-17 Maps & Membership Info 18 KCC Cultural Calendar 19

Phone 269.965.4134 www.kellogg.edu/lifelong/ilr [email protected]

Helen: World War I. “I learned a lot of stuff that I didn’t know.” Kathy: “Anything literary. I’m an avid reader.” De: “Anything in the field of history.” What area of study is most appealing to you? Arlene: Likes the variety. ”Sometimes I didn’t take a class and later I wish I had. You never know what a class is like until you try it.” Helen: “What I find interesting on the list of new classes.” Kathy: “Arts and crafts that appeal to me, like scrapbooking and stamping.” De: “In addition to history I also like computer classes.” As you can see there are a lot of different answers. Come take a class or two and see what it’s all about. You’re bound to learn something you didn’t already know and make some new friends. What’s new? Be sure to check out the new “Armchair Traveler” series in Barry County. Reminder: You can take classes in both Hastings and Battle Creek. Parting Tidbit “When you believe in your purpose nothing can stand in your way.” I’m looking forward to seeing you out and about this term in a class or at a luncheon. Terri Schreffler ILR Board President

Terri’s Tidbits Why do adults in their senior years “go back to school”? What’s the draw? Let’s find out from a few current students: Arlene Berry, Helen de Finta, Kathy Peacock and De Davis. How do taking ILR classes benefit you? Arlene: Interested in the classes, like the subject. “Living alone I like the connectivity. I don’t learn everything they’re teaching but I learn a lot. I became interested in history when I started doing genealogy.” Helen: “Meet new people, learning and fun, learned stuff that I wouldn’t have otherwise.” Kathy: Reading things you wouldn’t read on your own. “Stretches me beyond my comfort zone; makes me think outside the box.” De: “I go to learn things.” No tests, quizzes or papers to prepare. How many classes have you taken? Arlene: About three to five a term for the past four to five years. Helen: Two in the past five years and one trip. “I’m planning on the Stratford trip in August.” Kathy: Minimum of two per term for the past five years. “I went to a luncheon with another ILR member and discovered there were classes.” De: About two to three classes a year for the past 14 years. What is your favorite class, or the class most interesting or informative? Arlene: Book studies, where the whole class reads the same book.

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ILR Board 2014-2015

Terri Schreffler President

Glenn Schulz Vice President

Harold Collier Treasurer

Joann Cotant Secretary

Paula Higgins Past President

De Davis Member-at-Large

Jan Drolen Member-at-Large

Joyce Peck Member-at-Large

Cathy Sonneville Member-at-Large

Mary Dawson Barry County Rep

Sarah Begley Curriculum

Judy Hayward Historian

Diana Williams Membership

Open position Publicity

Open position Sunshine

Notes from the ILR Board... The 2014-2015 board was elected at the ILR General

Membership Meeting and Luncheon on May 16, 2014

at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute in Hastings, MI.

While luncheons occur in September, November,

January, March and May, the ILR General Membership

Meeting is held just once a year as part of the May

Luncheon. The elections for the ILR Board are held at

that time.

Remember that all ILR members are invited to sit in on

ILR Board meetings if they wish to do so.

If you ever have questions about or suggestions for the

ILR Board, or would like to potentially serve on the Board

in the future, please do not hesitate to contact Abbie

Brennan at [email protected] or 269.965.4134.

She can answer your questions, or get you in touch with a

Board member who would be happy to assist.

We always welcome suggestions and participation from

our members!

COLLEGE CLOSURES

The College’s Summer Hours (close at noon on

Fridays) run through August 15

The College will be in General Session on August 19th

and we will be out of the office for most of the day

The College is CLOSED for the Labor Day Holiday on

September 1st

The College is CLOSED on November 27 & 28 for the

Thanksgiving Holiday

The College is CLOSED beginning December 24

through January 1 for Winter Break

ILR BOARD MEETING

FALL DATES:

September 12, 2014

October 10, 2014

November 14, 2014

December 12, 2014

ILR Board Meetings are

held at the Regional

Manufacturing Technology

Center Conference Room

at 10:00 am.

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September 8-October 3 Monday-Friday, 8 am-4:30 pm Gallery Exhibit: Multiples Printmaking Group Show The Eleanor R. and Robert A. DeVries Gallery

October 5 Sunday, 3 pm Schubertiade 2014- Faculty & Student Recital Davidson Visual and Performing Arts Center Auditorium October 13-November 7 Monday-Friday, 8 am-4:30 pm Gallery Exhibit Jerry Mackey: Images and Observations The Eleanor R. and Robert A. DeVries Gallery October 19 Sunday, 3 pm Carmen Bell, Soprano Sara Cleland, Pianist Faculty Recital Davidson Visual and Performing Arts Center October 25 Saturday, 7 pm Cereal City Concert Band Fall Concert Binda Performing Arts Center October 28 Tuesday, 6:30 pm Community Music School/KCC Concert Band Halloween Costume Contest Concert St. Philip Catholic Church Parish Hall

November 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23 Friday-Sunday, 7:30 pm/3:00 pm Sundays Sampled Shakespeare Staged Readings Binda Performing Arts Center $5 Staff, Seniors & Students/ $10 General Public

November 17-December 12 Monday-Fridays, 8 am-4:30 pm Gallery Exhibit: Low Country Revisited Photography Group Show The Eleanor R. and Robert A. DeVries Gallery November 24 Monday, 4:30 pm KCC Jazz Band- Holiday Jazz Explosion The Battle Creek VA Medical Center

December 1 Monday, 4:30 pm KCC Jazz Band– Holiday Sampler Concert KCC Student Center, Bruin Café December 3 Wednesday, 1 pm Student Recital Series Event Davidson Visual and Performing Arts Center December 5-7 Friday –Sunday, 7:30 pm/ 3pm Sunday Amahl and the Night Visitors presented by KCC Opera/Musical Theatre Workshop Binda Performing Arts Center Pay what you can/ $5 donation suggested December 9 Tuesday, 7:30 pm KCC Jazz Band– Holiday Jazz Explosion Binda Performing Arts Center December 10 Wednesday, 1 pm Student Recital Series Davidson Visual and Performing Arts Center December 12 Friday, 7:30 pm Winter Mich Mash Theatre Student Production Binda Performing Arts Center December 13 Saturday, 7:30 pm KCC Choral Event– Sounds of the Season Messiah Sing-along

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Maps

ILR Membership Membership—What does it cost?

ILR Membership is $15 annually, beginning July 1. This gives you access to the ILR classes and trips at a discounted rate.

Membership Features:

Entertaining and informative classes Members select classes to suit their interests Newsletters and flyers Use of the KCC library and bookstore General membership meetings Opportunities to learn and travel through day

trips and overnight excursions

ILR in Barry and Calhoun Counties

Members and non-members have the opportunity to take fun and informative classes at our two convenient locations, KCC’s Fehsenfeld Center in Hastings and the Regional Manufacturing Technology Center in Battle Creek.

Ready to become a member?

Simply mail the completed application (below), along with payment to: ILR– Kellogg Community College 450 North Avenue Battle Creek MI 49017 The annual fee is $15 per person. Make checks payable to Kellogg Community College. Need more information? Call 269.965.4134.

ILR MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

NAME _____________________________________________

ADDRESS __________________________________________

CITY/ST/ZIP ________________________________________

PHONE ____________________________________________

EMAIL _____________________________________________

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What’s Happening with ILR? Battle Creek

Curriculum Committee

The ILR Curriculum Committee

meets on the first Friday of

each month at 10:00 am in the

RMTC Conference Room.

All members are encouraged

to join us, as we are always in

search of new class ideas,

instructors, luncheon speakers

and day or night trip

destinations.

If you are unable to attend the

meetings, you can always give

the ILR office a call at

269.965.4134 or email ideas to

[email protected].

Curriculum Committee

Meeting Dates for Fall:

September 5, 2014

October 3, 2014

November 7, 2014

December 5, 2014

ILR will be traveling to the Stratford Festival in Stratford,

Ontario, Canada from August 20-22, 2014. While there, the

group will take in three shows: Crazy For You, Hay Fever,

and Antony & Cleopatra. They will also attend a forum

called Masks, Madness & Shakespeare’s Sonnets, as well as

dine at the Queens Inn and Arden Park Dining Room, plus so

much more! The deadline to register for the trip was

June 30th, but you are welcome to contact our office to see if

spots are still available, or put your name on a waiting list.

We look forward to traveling with you soon!

SAVE THE DATE!

ILR Kick-Off Luncheon Friday, September 19 @ 12:00 pm

Burnham Brook (more info to follow in separate mailing)

ILR Holiday Luncheon Friday, November 21 @ 12:00 pm

Burnham Brook

(more info to follow in separate mailing)

Join us for the Fall Barry County Planning Meeting!

Tuesday, November 18

9:30 am

@ the Fehsenfeld Center

CONTACT US

LOCATION 450 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI

Ohm Building, Room 102

PHONE 269.965.4134

EMAIL [email protected]

WEB www.kellogg.edu/lifelong/ilr

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Calhoun County Classes Classes are held at the Regional Manufacturing Technology Center (RMTC), 405 Hill Brady Road,

Battle Creek, MI, unless otherwise noted in the class description.

1. Loosen Up With Linda Join longtime ILR favorite, Linda Ryan, as she guides you through the program designed to loosen your muscles and increase your flexibility. This gentle, morning exercise class will help reduce stress and improve the efficiency of your heart and lungs. NOTE: Class is held at KCC’s Miller Building, Auxiliary Gymnasium. Mon/Wed/Fri Fee: $80 Sept 8-Dec 12 8:30-9:30 am

2. Death & Dying This class will cover death and dying in several different cultures. You will explore other ideas and expand your knowledge regarding traditional and non-traditional methods of “End of Life Care”. This class will cover preparedness for end of life, including the emotional, practical and spiritual components. Your instructor is Therese Gunter, who has been teaching Death & Dying and the Psychosocial Approach to Aging at KCC for 8 years. Tuesdays Member: $20 Sept 9-Sept 23 Non-Member: $30 2:00-4:00 pm

3. Bridge: Play of the Hand Do you get a terrible sinking feeling when you first see dummy? Does your mind go blank as everyone waits for you to play the first trick?

If so, you’re not alone. In this class you’ll move to the next level of understanding bridge—the play of the hand. You know the basics, so this class will teach you what to do when, and give you the keys to success when it comes to planning your play of hand. Your instructor, Jerry Stein, is an accredited bridge teacher for the American Contract Bridge League, and he’s ready to simplify one of the most complex card games so you can enjoy the challenge! Tuesdays Member: $75 Sept 9-Oct 28 Non-Member: $85 4:00-6:00 pm

4. The French Revolution Join Nancy Beers as she takes you to France in a time of chaos and rebellion, tragedy and romance. We’ll talk about the men and women that made things happen during the French Revolution, and will end with the adventures of Napoleon and his love, Josephine. Wednesdays Member: $30 Oct 1-Oct 29 Non-Member: $40 1:00-3:00 pm

5. Churches of Battle Creek Mary Butler, local historian, will guide you through this class that takes a look at the history of Battle Creek’s first century through the prism of the city’s churches. From early frontier days, religion was a strong force in the community and church leaders, both traditional and revolutionary, shaped the tone of our emerging city. This class will focus on how the major denominations grew in Battle Creek and the creation of the iconic church buildings which shape our urban landscape. Guest speakers from the area churches will also be featured. Thursdays Member: $25 Oct 2-Oct 23 Non-Member: $35 1:00-3:00 pm

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Tai Chi– Morning Session

Artisan Cheese Making: Mozzarella

I Feel Like I’ve Been Here Before: Past Life Regression– NEW!

Fight Fat After 40– High Energy Workout

Holiday Candy Making

Enjoy a Class with Your Grandchild!

Mom & Me: Halloween Crafts

Mom & Me: Wizards and Fairies

Mom & Me: Holiday Cookies & Cupcakes

They’re not just for moms! Our Mom and Me offerings

are the perfect opportunity for Grandma to do

something fun with her grandchildren.

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Fall Lifelong Learning Classes More information about these classes, including dates, times and prices, will be available in the

Lifelong Learning Schedule being mailed in early September. You can also find more details online at

www.kellogg.edu/lifelong. If you do not receive a Lifelong Learning Schedule in the mail, but would like to,

please contact our office at 269.965.4134. Lifelong Learning classes are held in Battle Creek.

Battle Creek History: Murder Most Foul– NEW!

Cut the Cord: Low Cost Alternatives for TV & Phone Service–

NEW!

eBay 2: Advanced Selling Strategies

Emergency Preparedness for Families– NEW!

Secrets of a Restaurant Chef– NEW!

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6. The Awakening of America In 1783 the United States was formally recognized as a sovereign nation, however, the new country struggled under the Articles of Confederation. So, in 1787 delegates met in Philadelphia, PA to amend them. While there, the direction changed, and the result would be the Constitution of the United States. Join Terry Newton, a retired history teacher with over 30 years of experience, as we take a look back at 1787, the opening shots of the Civil War, and the people and events that helped forge the making of our nation. Mondays Member: $25 Oct 6-Oct 27 Non-Member: $35 10:00 am-12:00 pm

7. End Paper Clutter! If you have trouble finding what you need when you need it then you need to get organized! Join professional organizer, Delma Smith, to learn how you can develop a simple filing system and create a daily procedure to help you get control of the piles of paper that have turned your home office, or dining room table, into a fire hazard. We’ll also explore guidelines for deciding what you need to keep and what can be tossed. You’ll be more productive, and happier, with the result! Monday Member: $30 October 6 Non-Member: $35 1:00-3:00 pm

8. The Diary of Anne Frank: A New Look Over sixty years after it was published, new information continues to be discovered about Anne Frank’s famous diary written while her family was in hiding for 25 months during WWII. This class, led by Jan Drolen, will study the definitive edition of the diary published after her father Otto’s death in 1980. We’ll also examine the diary’s literary techniques and style, as well as Anne’s own editing and re-writing efforts. The class will explore the difficulties of transforming the diary into a play, and then a film. We’ll view the films A Diary of Anne Frank as well the Oscar-winning documentary, Anne Frank Remembered, based on the 1987 memoir of Miep Gies, who helped the Frank family during their time in hiding. The class will celebrate the life of Anne Frank, who lives on forever because of her remarkable gift as a writer, the fortunate strokes of luck , and the heroism that saved her diary and allowed it be published. A book is included in your fee for this class. NOTE: No class on November 4 for Election Day. Tuesdays Member: $40 Oct 7-Nov 18 Non-Member: $50 1:00-3:00 pm 9. Is Your Portfolio Tough Enough? Assessing your portfolio is one of the best moves to keep it tough and ready for your financial future needs. Join us in this new class, taught by Karen Reeves of Edward Jones, to learn the best

moves to create a portfolio of investments that fit your stage in life, your risk tolerance, and your plans in retirement; you can keep your portfolio tough and ready for your best financial future! NOTE: This class is purely educational. No products or services will be sold. Thursdays Member: $20 Oct 9-Oct 30 Non-Member: $30 10:30 am-12:00 pm

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Calhoun County Classes Continued

10. Computer Basics Refresher Our technology expert, Randy Dirks, will guide you through this one-day refresher course of computer basics. From mouse and keyboard skills to file management and the operating system, Randy will guide you through this hands-on class. You will also receive a printed manual for use at home. Wednesday Member: $20 October 15 Non-Member: $25 9:00 am-12:00 pm

11. Intermediate Computers You’ve been asking for it, and now it’s here! Join Randy Dirks as he helps guide you through this hands-on class that will cover more advanced computer skills, including file management, installing software, virus protection, changing your computer settings, understanding user accounts, backing up your information and more! Join us to expand your computer knowledge beyond just the basics and try something new. Wednesdays Member: $35 Oct 22-Oct 29 Non-Member: $40 9:00 am-12:00 pm

12. BEST DEAL! Both Computer Basics Refresher & Intermediate Computers Take our Computer Basics Refresher and Intermediate Computers together and save $15! Wednesdays Member: $40 Oct 15-Oct 29 Non-Member: $50 9:00 am-12:00 pm

13. Weather Phenomena Join KCC Professor, Ron Smith, as he explores the science behind our weather. He’ll discuss the how, the what and the why of different weather phenomena and how it affects our lives. Thursdays Member: $30 Oct 30-Nov 20 Non-Member: $40 10:00 am-12:00 pm

14. The Real Von Trapp Family and The Sound of Music The Von Trapp family came to America from Salzburg, Austria before World War II. They were extremely musical and performed very successfully. The stepmother, Maria Augusta Von Trapp, wrote a winning autobiography of her family which inspired the Broadway musical “The Sound of Music”, and after that a wonderful film. We will learn more about the real Von Trapp family, and we will listen to some wonderful songs sung by the family. Linda Jo Scott will be your instructor for this class. Mondays Member: $25 Nov 3-Nov 24 Non-Member: $35 10:00 am-12:00 pm

15. Get Down, Get Up Join us for this brand new class designed for folks who are afraid of falling, or are just afraid they won’t be able to get back up if they have to get down on the floor. This class, based on information from the Fire Department’s fall prevention program and an occupational therapist, will help train you on how to get to the floor and get back up from the floor safely. Time will be spent showing you what muscles need to be strengthened to aid getting up from the floor, as well as demonstrate exercises to help build those muscles. NOTE: Please dress comfortably. Tuesdays Member: $10 Nov 11-Dec 2 Non-Member: $20 9:30-10:00 am

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ILR Calendar

DAY DATES TIME CLASS

Wed-Fri Aug 20-22 6:00 am-5:30 pm Stratford Trip

Mon/Wed/Fri Sep 8-Dec 12 8:30-9:30 am Loosen Up with Linda

Tuesdays Sep 9-Sep 23 2:00-4:00 pm Death & Dying

Tuesdays Sep 9-Oct 28 4:00-6:00 pm Bridge: Play of the Hand

Tuesdays Sep 16-Nov 4 10:00 am-12:00 pm The Revolutionary War

Friday September 19 12:00 pm ILR Kickoff Luncheon @ Burnham Brook

Monday September 29 10:00 am-12:00 pm Downsizing for the Good Life

Wednesdays Oct 1-Oct 29 1:00-3:00 pm The French Revolution

Thursdays Oct 2-Oct 23 10:00 am-12:00 pm Weather Phenomena (Hastings)

Thursdays Oct 2-Oct 23 1:00-3:00 pm Churches of Battle Creek

Mondays Oct 6-Oct 27 10:00 am-12:00 pm The Awakening of America

Monday October 6 1:00-3:00 pm End Paper Clutter!

Tuesdays Oct 7-Nov 18 1:00-3:00 pm The Diary of Anne Frank: A New Look

Wednesdays Oct 8-Oct 29 3:30-5:30 pm Introduction to Microsoft Office Suite

Thursdays Oct 9-Oct 30 10:30 am-12:00 pm Is Your Portfolio Tough Enough?

Wednesday October 15 9:00 am-12:00 pm Computer Basics Refresher

Mondays October 20 1:00-3:00 pm Arm Chair Traveler’s Series: Australia and New Zealand

Wednesdays Oct 22-Oct 29 9:00 am-12:00 pm Intermediate Computers

Wednesdays Oct 22-Dec 10 1:30-3:30 pm Religious Pluralism– One Truth… Many Truths?

Wednesday October 29 10:00-11:00 am Social Security 2014: What You Need to Know

Thursdays Oct 30-Nov 20 10:00 am-12:00 pm Weather Phenomena (Battle Creek)

Mondays Nov 3-Nov 24 10:00 am-12:00 pm The Real Von Trapp Family and The Sound of Music

Thursday November 6 1:30-3:30 pm Arm Chair Traveler’s Series: Cuba

Mondays Nov 10-Dec 1 10:00 am-12:00 pm Arm Chair Traveler’s Series: National Parks

Tuesdays Nov 11-Dec 2 9:30-10:00 am Get Down, Get Up

Thursday November 13 1:00-3:30 pm Fused Glass: Jewelry Making

Monday November 17 1:00-3:00 pm Planning for the Unexpected (Lakeview Sr. Living)

Friday November 21 12:00 pm ILR Holiday Luncheon @ Burnham Brook

Tuesday November 25 11:00 am-1:00 pm Astronomy: When Nature Won’t, Pluto Will (Hastings)

Wednesday December 3 1:00-3:00 pm Fused Glass: Snowflake Ornaments

Thursday December 4 11:00 am-1:00 pm Astronomy: When Nature Won’t, Pluto Will (B.C.)

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COURSE ILR MEMBER ILR NON-MEMBER

1. Loosen Up with Linda ______ LFIT CT035-50 $80 ______ LFIT CT035-50 $80

2. Death & Dying ______ PDEV CK006-50 $20 ______ PDEV CK006-50 $30

3. Bridge: Play of the Hand ______ PDEV CA016-50 $75 ______ PDEV CA016-50 $85

4. The French Revolution ______ HSTY CC010-50 $30 ______ HSTY CC010-50 $40

5. Churches of Battle Creek ______ HSTY CA008-50 $25 ______ HSTY CA008-50 $35

6. The Awakening of America ______ HSTY CB008-50 $25 ______ HSTY CB008-50 $35

7. End Paper Clutter! ______ HOME CA002-50 $30 ______ HOME CA002-50 $35

8. The Diary of Anne Frank: A New Look ______ WRTG CC012-50 $40 ______ WRTG CC012-50 $50

9. Is Your Portfolio Tough Enough? ______ MONY CH006-50 $20 ______ MONY CH006-50 $30

10. Computer Basics Refresher ______ COMP CG003-50 $20 ______ COMP CG003-50 $25

11. Intermediate Computers ______ COMP CAG06-50 $35 ______ COMP CAG06-50 $40

12. BEST DEAL! Computer Basics Refresher

& Intermediate Computers

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COMP CAK09-50

$40

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COMP CAK09-50

$50

13. Weather Phenomena ______ HSTY CC008-50 $30 ______ HSTY CC008-50 $40

14. The Real Von Trapp Family and

The Sound of Music

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PERF CH008-50

$25

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PERF CH008-50

$35

15. Get Down, Get Up ______ LFIT CW002-50 $10 ______ LFIT CW002-50 $20

16. Fused Glass: Jewelry Making ______ CRFT CM002-50 $65 ______ CRFT CM002-50 $75

17. Planning for the Unexpected ______ PDEV CM002-50 $25 ______ PDEV CM002-50 $35

18. Fused Glass: Snowflake Ornaments ______ CRFT CM002-51 $40 ______ CRFT CM002-51 $50

19. Astronomy: When Nature Won’t,

Pluto Will

______ PDEV CR002-50 $20 ______ PDEV CR002-51 $25

_____ 2014-15 Member _____ I want to become a Member ($15 dues are included)

NAME ___________________________________________________________________________________

MAILING ADDRESS ________________________________________________________________________

CITY STATE ZIP ___________________________________________________________________________

PHONE ___________________________________ Birthdate __________________________

PAYMENT METHOD _____ Check (made payable to KCC) _____ Cash _____ Credit Card

If paying by credit/debit card, please complete the following: MC Visa Disc Amex (circle one)

CC NUMBER _________________________________________________ EXP DATE ______/______

Mail your completed form with payment to:

ILR, Kellogg Community College

450 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017

Or call 269.965.4134 to register using a credit/debit card

Calhoun County Registration Form

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NEW! This class with be held at Lakeview Senior Living Community, 14661 Helmer Road S, Battle Creek.

17. Planning for the Unexpected

We are never prepared for the unexpected, but we should be. Organizing your important

end-of-life documents is something you can do to help your loved ones or executor of your

estate. Even if you are just preparing important documents to be more organized and accessible,

you won’t want to miss this important class. We’ll explore the types of documents you should

keep and the best way to organize and store them. You’ll walk away with a sample packet of forms. An optional book with complete guides

and forms will be available for $15. Your instructor will be Delma Smith of

Organizing for You.

Monday Member: $25 November 17 Non-Member: $35 1:00-3:00 pm

18. Fused Glass: Snowflake Ornaments West Michigan Glass Art will guide you through this project where you will make three fused-glass snowflake ornaments. You’ll have a variety of glass, including some of the sparkly nature, to choose from when creating your design. Just as in nature, each of your snowflakes will be completely unique. NOTE: Projects will be brought back to WMGAC to be in fired in their kilns and then returned to the RMTC where you will be able to pick them up. Wednesday Member: $40 December 3 Non-Member: $50 1:00-3:00 pm

19. Astronomy: When Nature Won’t, Pluto Will Richard Bell, president of the Kalamazoo Astronomical Society, is back with another class that is out of this world! In this new class, you will learn about the history of the term planet and how astronomers adopted a new definition in 2006 that resulted in Pluto being removed from the ranks of the major planets. Richard will also discuss why this is not an unprecedented occurrence, and about the many times the world’s understanding of the planets and solar system as a whole has changed in the past 2,000 years. He’ll also take a closer look at Pluto and similar objects located beyond Neptune. Thursday Member: $20 December 4 Non-Member: $25 11:00 am-1:00 pm

16. Fused Glass: Jewelry Making West Michigan Glass Art is back to help you create a beautiful fused glass jewelry set. As part of the class you will make a link bracelet, 2 pendants and one pair of earrings, all of which are a design of your own. NOTE: Projects will be brought back to WMGAC to be fired in their kilns and then returned to the RMTC where you will be able to pick them up. Thursday Member: $65 November 13 Non-Member: $75 1:00-3:30 pm

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New this semester, we would like to introduce you to some of our new instructors.

Below you will find short bios on three of these instructors. Take a minute to read them and find

out a little bit more about those teaching your classes!

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teaching the Arm Chair

Traveler’s Series: National Parks

When Jennifer Haywood and her family traveled to the Great

Smokey Mountains National Park a

few years ago, it inspired her to start a new business.

At the time, two of her children

were taking part in the Junior

Ranger program. During the trip they visited the park store looking

for a game, or something that

might further their education, but

didn’t find exactly what they were

looking for.

On their way home, her 8 year old

daughter drew a picture of a possible Junior Ranger game. So, Jennifer, a professional illustrator

for over 15 years, took the concept and began to draw. The result was the beginnings of the Jr. Ranger-

Land products. Since 2009 she has

created board games, books, and puzzles that encourage children to participate in the junior ranger

program or learn about and

explore the outdoors. The products are also a way for Jennifer to

combine her interests of travel, art and education.

You can learn more about the Jr. RangerLand products and Jennifer Haywood at

www.jr-rangerland.com.

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teaching Astronomy:

When Nature Won’t, Pluto Will

Richard Bell got bit by the astronomy bug at a very early

age. He enjoyed looking at

pictures of the planets as early as age 4 and got his first telescope at age 8.

Richard has had just about every

astronomy-related job one can have in Kalamazoo. He’s worked at

the local planetarium for nine

years, sold telescopes at a local

hobby shop for six years, and has

taught introductory astronomy

courses at most of the surrounding

colleges and universities.

He currently teaches at Kalamazoo Valley Community College.

Richard is an avid observer; having completed several of the Astronomical League’s observing

programs. He also considers

himself a budding astro-photographer. Richard is a lifetime member, and current

president, of the Kalamazoo

Astronomical Society, the oldest and one of the largest groups of its

kind in Michigan.

You can learn more about Richard Bell at his personal website, Stargazer Online, www.richardbell.net.

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teaching End Paper Clutter!,

Downsizing for the Good Life

and Planning for the Unexpected

Delma has been the owner of Organizing for You since 2002,

and is a member of the National

Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO).

She brings experience from her

business and home organizing services to teach classes to others who struggle with clutter.

Her past experience includes her structured life and 20 years of

skills from employment with accounting and space management

at Michigan State University.

Delma has her own line of wood

organizing products that she sells on her website, www.organizingforyou.com.

She has also written a book called “Organizing Secrets from a Professional Organizer”.

In her spare time, Delma enjoys traveling, reading, spending time

with her grandchildren, and playing her Banjo at different

neighborhood jam sessions.

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1. The Revolutionary War ______ HSTY CB016-70 $40 ______ HSTY CB016-70 $50

2. Downsizing for the Good Life ______ HOME CA002-70 $30 ______ HOME CA002-70 $35


4. Introduction to Microsoft

Office Suite

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COMP CF008-70

$40

______

COMP CF008-70

$45

5. Religious Pluralism—One Truth…

Many Truths?

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HSTY CD016-70

$40

______

HSTY CD016-70

$50

6. Arm Chair Traveler’s Series:

Australia and New Zealand

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PERF CJ002-70

$10

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PERF CJ002-70

$15

7. Arm Chair Traveler’s Series: Cuba ______ PERF CJ002-71 $10 ______ PERF CJ002-71 $15


National Parks

______

HSTY CB008-70

$25

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HSTY CB008-70

$35

9. BEST DEAL! Arm Chair Traveler’s

Series

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PERF CJ012-70

$35

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PERF CJ012-70

$45

10. Social Security 2014: What You

Need to Know

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MONY CG002-70

$5

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MONY CG002-70

$10


Pluto Will

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PDEV CR002-70

$20

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PDEV CR002-70

$25


NAME ___________________________________________________________________________________

MAILING ADDRESS ________________________________________________________________________

CITY STATE ZIP ___________________________________________________________________________

PHONE ___________________________________ Birthdate __________________________








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6. Arm Chair Traveler’s Series: Australia and New Zealand ILR members Bill and Karen Halstead, through their pictures and stories, will take you on a trip through Australia and New Zealand. The couple recently traveled to both countries, and want to share with you their knowledge of these lands. Monday Member: $10 October 20 Non-Member: $15 1:00-3:00 pm

7. Arm Chair Traveler’s Series: Cuba You won't need to apply for a visa to take this trip to Cuba. Just pack your curiosity and join us as we travel from Santiago de Cuba at one end of the island to Havana at the other. Along the way we will discover what life is like today for the people of this island nation. Most Cubans struggle daily to make ends meet. At the same time, Cuba has almost a 100 percent literacy rate and the arts, especially music and dance, truly thrive. Your instructor, Bonnie David, recently participated in the Road Scholar Program, Inside Cuba: An In-Depth Island Journey. Thursday Member: $10 November 6 Non-Member: $15 1:30-3:30 pm

8. Arm Chair Traveler’s Series: National Parks Join Jennifer Haywood, Hastings native and creator of the Jr. RangerLand games, as she takes you through an exploration of our national parks. Each week will focus on a different region, incorporating a few parks from that area. We’ll “visit” the Great Lakes Region, the Rocky Mountains and the West, the South East and the Utah-Arizona area. Participants will be encouraged to share their own stories and favorite spots as well.

Barry County Classes Continued Mondays Member: $25 Nov 10-Dec 1 Non-Member: $35 10:00 am– 12:00 pm

9. BEST DEAL! Arm Chair Traveler’s Series Take all 3 Arm Chair Travelers Series classes on Australia & New Zealand, Cuba, and National Parks and save! Mon/Thur Member: $35 Oct 20-Dec 1 Non-Member: $45

10. Social Security 2014: What You Need to Know Join Andy Roush, from Ron Courser & Associates, for an informative one-hour presentation that will cover the basics of Social Security, Maximizing Your Social Security, Advanced Claiming Strategies, and steps you should take if you’re nearing retirement. PLEASE NOTE: This class is purely informational. No products or services will be sold. Wednesday Member: $5 October 29 Non-Member: $10 10:00-11:00 am

11. Astronomy: When Nature Won’t, Pluto Will Richard Bell, president of the Kalamazoo Astronomical Society, is back with another class that is out of this world! In this new class, you will learn about the history of the term planet and how astronomers adopted a new definition in 2006 that resulted in Pluto being removed from the ranks of the major planets. Richard will also discuss why this is not an unprecedented occurrence, and about the many times the world’s understanding of the planets and solar system as a whole has changed in the past 2,000 years. He’ll also take a closer look at Pluto and similar objects located beyond Neptune. Tuesday Member: $20 November 25 Non-Member: $25 11:00 am-1:00 pm

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1. Loosen Up with Linda ______ LFIT CT035-50 $80 ______ LFIT CT035-50 $80

2. Death & Dying ______ PDEV CK006-50 $20 ______ PDEV CK006-50 $30

3. Bridge: Play of the Hand ______ PDEV CA016-50 $75 ______ PDEV CA016-50 $85

4. The French Revolution ______ HSTY CC010-50 $30 ______ HSTY CC010-50 $40

5. Churches of Battle Creek ______ HSTY CA008-50 $25 ______ HSTY CA008-50 $35

6. The Awakening of America ______ HSTY CB008-50 $25 ______ HSTY CB008-50 $35

7. End Paper Clutter! ______ HOME CA002-50 $30 ______ HOME CA002-50 $35

8. The Diary of Anne Frank: A New Look ______ WRTG CC012-50 $40 ______ WRTG CC012-50 $50

9. Is Your Portfolio Tough Enough? ______ MONY CH006-50 $20 ______ MONY CH006-50 $30

10. Computer Basics Refresher ______ COMP CG003-50 $20 ______ COMP CG003-50 $25

11. Intermediate Computers ______ COMP CAG06-50 $35 ______ COMP CAG06-50 $40

12. BEST DEAL! Computer Basics Refresher

& Intermediate Computers

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COMP CAK09-50

$40

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COMP CAK09-50

$50


14. The Real Von Trapp Family and

The Sound of Music

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PERF CH008-50

$25

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PERF CH008-50

$35

15. Get Down, Get Up ______ LFIT CW002-50 $10 ______ LFIT CW002-50 $20

16. Fused Glass: Jewelry Making ______ CRFT CM002-50 $65 ______ CRFT CM002-50 $75

17. Planning for the Unexpected ______ PDEV CM002-50 $25 ______ PDEV CM002-50 $35

18. Fused Glass: Snowflake Ornaments ______ CRFT CM002-51 $40 ______ CRFT CM002-51 $50


Pluto Will

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1. The Revolutionary War ______ HSTY CB016-70 $40 ______ HSTY CB016-70 $50

2. Downsizing for the Good Life ______ HOME CA002-70 $30 ______ HOME CA002-70 $35


4. Introduction to Microsoft

Office Suite

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COMP CF008-70

$40

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COMP CF008-70

$45

5. Religious Pluralism—One Truth…

Many Truths?

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HSTY CD016-70

$40

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HSTY CD016-70

$50


Australia and New Zealand

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PERF CJ002-70

$10

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PERF CJ002-70

$15

7. Arm Chair Traveler’s Series: Cuba ______ PERF CJ002-71 $10 ______ PERF CJ002-71 $15


National Parks

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HSTY CB008-70

$25

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HSTY CB008-70

$35

9. BEST DEAL! Arm Chair Traveler’s

Series

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PERF CJ012-70

$35

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PERF CJ012-70

$45

10. Social Security 2014: What You

Need to Know

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MONY CG002-70

$5

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MONY CG002-70

$10


Pluto Will

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PDEV CR002-70

$20

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PDEV CR002-70

$25


NAME ___________________________________________________________________________________

MAILING ADDRESS ________________________________________________________________________

CITY STATE ZIP ___________________________________________________________________________

PHONE ___________________________________ Birthdate __________________________








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Barry County Classes Classes are held at the Fehsenfeld Center, 2950 W M-37 Highway, Hastings, MI,

unless otherwise noted in the class description.

1. The Revolutionary War From April 1775 through 1781, the American

Continental Army and Colonial Militias fought the British Red Coats up and down the Atlantic

Coast, from Canada to Georgia. In this class, taught by Jim Erwin, we will take a look at the many battles of the Revolutionary War, some famous and others lesser so. Tuesdays Member: $40 Sept 16-Nov 4 Non-Member: $50 10:00 am– 12:00 pm

2. Downsizing for the Good Life Now that you’ve made the important decision to move to a smaller home, you’re probably wondering what to do with all of the stuff you’ve accumulated over the years. Join us for this class, led by professional organizer Delma Smith, as she helps you tackle the process of getting started, planning, and organizing preparations to live a more simple life. She’ll provide tips to help you downscale your extras and keep what you need and love most. Monday Member: $30 September 29 Non-Member: $35 10:00 am-12:00 pm

3. Weather Phenomena Join KCC Professor, Ron Smith, as he explores the science behind our weather. He’ll discuss the how, the what, and the why of different weather phenomena and how it affects our lives. Thursdays Member: $30 Oct 2-Oct 23 Non-Member:$40 10:00 am-12:00 pm

4. Introduction to Microsoft Office Suite Randy Dirks, our resident technology guru, is back with an introductory class on the MS Office Suite that will include MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. You’ll learn aspects of Word that include formatting text, changing views and setups, keyboard functions, copying, pasting, cutting and deleting text, inserting clip art, spelling and grammar check and more. An overview of Excel will include creating tables, bulleted lists and numbered lists, adding headers and footers, formatting margins, inserting text boxes, symbols and other graphics, adding and remov-ing buttons and more. Items covered in PowerPoint include simple tasks, basic slide design, formatting text boxes, inserting pictures, graphs and tables, printing slides and more. Your class fee includes a Microsoft Office Manual with all the material covered and more. Wednesdays Member: $40 Oct 8-Oct 29 Non-Member: $45 3:30-5:30 pm

5. Religious Pluralism - One Truth… Many Truths? Join Pastor Michael Anton, an ILR favorite, as he examines the concept or “ultimate truth” against the backdrop of various religious and spiritual perspectives. The class will include a discussion of specific groups with belief in the divine being, as well as humanism and atheism. This is a can’t miss class! Wednesdays Member: $40 Oct 22-Dec 10 Non-Member: $50 1:30-3:30 pm

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