Program Guide - Fall/Winter 2017

Elk Point Courses
Phone 780-724-4101 to register.

ART CLASSES 
Play with many techniques and mediums in these Sat. classes. 
INSTRUCTOR: Shirley Kinneberg
Sept. 23, 9:00-12:30 Use a variety of mediums to learn different mixed media techniques.
Sept. 23, 1:00-4:30 Explore techniques for painting a still life using acrylics.
FEE: $40.00 (supplies included) for each half day session.

CONNIE’S CARDS
Make 2 each of 4 different all occasion cards.
INSTRUCTOR: Connie Mahon
Thursday, October 19, from 7:00-10:00pm
FEE: $15.00 (supplies included)

COMPUTER BASICS 
If you don’t know where to start with computers, use the library computers to learn basic computer skills. Includes basic techniques such as searching for information, email and word processing.
INSTRUCTOR: Daphne Schnurer
Tues., October. 10, 17 & 24, 7:00-9:30pm
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
FEE: $45.00

SCARF TYING
Bring your scarves and ideas to share with others. Please preregister your interest in attending.
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
Tuesday, November. 14, from 2:00-4:00 pm
FEE: No Charge

POTLUCK SHOW & TELL
Bring something for the potluck lunch and join us for a display of the projects from the past year.
Wednesday, November 29 at 11:00am 

THURSDAY PLAY DAYS
Join us for a full day of sewing in the company of friends. 
September 7 to November 23 10:00-5:00

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Improve your oral and written English. Any level of ability is welcome.
INSTRUCTOR: Lana MacDonald
Tues. & Thurs. from 6:30-8:30pm
10 SESSIONS: Sept. 26-Oct. 26
FEE: $50.00

BRINGING BOOKS TO LIFE
This program, for children ages 0-6 years and their parents, combines "Books For Babies" and "Rhyme Time".
INSTRUCTOR: Ashley Santos
DATES: TBA
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
FEE: No Charge

iPAD BASICS
Basic processes such as set up, apps and security will be some of the topics covered. Bring your iPad, Apple ID and password.
INSTRUCTOR: Marvin Bjornstad
Wed., Oct. 4 from 7:00-10:00pm
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
FEE: $10.00 

iPHONE BASICS
Basic set up and use, security and apps will be covered. Bring your iPhone, Apple ID & password.
INSTRUCTOR: Marvin Bjornstad
Wed., Oct. 11 from 7:00-10:00pm
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
FEE: $10.00

PUMPKINS & LEAVES RUNNER
Use fusible applique and quilting techniques to make this table runner for fall.
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Bassett
Saturday, September 30 from 9:00-4:00
FEE: $35.00 (supplies included)

SNOWMAN ON BARN BOARD
Use acrylic paints to paint a snowman on a rustic piece of barn board. 
INSTRUCTOR: Verona Lea Flanders
Wed., Oct. 25 from 6:30-9:30pm
FEE: $25.00 (supplies included)

DAYTIME QUILTING
Join us on Tuesdays between 10:00am and 2:00pm beginning September 12. The quilts we make are donated to various organizations.

STRETCH & TONE
Join us for toning exercises and increase your flexibility. 
INSTRUCTOR: Sandra Cameron
24 SESSIONS: Mon. & Fri. Sept. 11 – Dec. 1 from 9:00-10:00am
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
FEE: $72.00 

STAMPING FOR CHRISTMAS
Use rubber stamps and other scrapbooking supplies to create several projects for Christmas.
INSTRUCTOR: Judy Clerk
Thurs., Oct. 12 from 1:00-4:00pm
FEE: $15.00 (supplies included)

STANDARD FIRST AID
This St. Johns Standard First Aid course includes level C CPR and how to use an AED.
INSTRUCTOR: Danelle Garnier
DATES: TBA
FEE: $210.00

FIRST AID RECERTIFICATION
Recertify your Standard First Aid certificate. 
DATES: TBA
INSTRUCTOR: Danelle Garnier
FEE: $168.00

YA GOTTA BELIEVE RUDOLF RUNNER
Make this table runner for the holidays using fusible applique and quilting techniques.
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Bassett
Saturday, Oct. 28 from 9:00-4:00
FEE: $35.00 (supplies included)

MANAGING YOUR DIGITAL WORLD
In our modern hectic lifestyle, tracking and organizing your life online becomes difficult. How do you manage your digital car? How to deal with the digital parts of everything you buy? Need help with passwords and protecting your privacy? This course will help you find information online and organize the chaos of our digital lifestyle. It will tailor itself to the learning needs of all the participants.
Wed., Oct. 18 from 7:00-10:00pm
INSTRUCTOR: Marvin Bjornstad
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
FEE: $10.00

Heinsburg Courses
Phone 780-943-3913 to register.

FIRST AID
BASIC COMPUTERS
iPAD BASICS

iPHONE BASICS

Visit our new website: Further Education.

Program Guide - Spring 2017

*ELK POINT COURSES*
To register call: Verona Lea Flanders at (780) 724-4101

ART CLASSES 
Play with many techniques and mediums in these Sat. classes. 
INSTRUCTOR: Shirley Kinneberg
April 1, 9:00-12:00 Complete at least one painting using either acrylic or oil paint.
April 1, 1:00-4:00 Use a variety of mediums to complete at least two projects.
FEE: $40.00 (supplies included) for each half day session.

CANADA 150 PROJECT
Use sewing and quilting techniques to complete a project celebrating Canada’s birthday.
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Bassett
Saturday, March 25, 9:00-4:00
FEE: $35.00 (supplies included)

DSLR CAMERA USE & PHOTOGRAPHY BASICS
Bring your own camera, manuals and attachments. Learn how to operate your equipment, basic camera use and functions and practice actual picture taking.
INSTRUCTOR: Mike Van der Hoek
Wed., March 22, April 5 & 19 7:00-9:00pm
FEE: $60.00

SILENT NIGHT WALL HANGING
Complete an 18” x 27” wall hanging in plenty of time for next Christmas.
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Bassett
Sat., Feb. 11 from 9:00-4:00
FEE: $35.00 (supplies included)

POTLUCK SHOW & TELL
Bring something for the potluck lunch and join us for a display of the projects from the past year.
Thursday, June 1 at 11:00am 

THURSDAY PLAY DAYS
Join us for a full day of sewing in the company of friends. 
Jan. 12 to May 25 10:00-5:00

DANCE FITNESS
Combine cardio fitness and muscular toning in this aerobic dance class. 
INSTRUCTOR: Dorrie Deutschendorf
LOCATION: Elementary School
Mon. & Wed. from 7:00-8:00pm
16 SESSIONS: Jan. 16–Feb 8 and Feb. 27- March 22
FEE: $104.00

ENGLISH as a Second Language
Improve your oral and written English. Any level of ability is welcome.
INSTRUCTOR: Lana MacDonald
Tues. & Thurs. from 6:30-8:30pm
10 SESSIONS: Feb. 21–March 23
FEE: $50.00
10 SESSIONS: April 4- May 4
FEE: $50.00

COMPUTER BASICS 
Use the library computers to learn basic computer skills.
INSTRUCTOR: Daphne Schnurer
Tues., March 7, 14 & 21, 7:00-9:30pm
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
FEE: $30.00

IPAD #1 & #2
Basic processes such as set up, apps and security will be some of the topics covered. Bring your iPad, Apple ID and password.
INSTRUCTOR: Marvin Bjornstad
Tues., Feb. 28 & March 7, 7:00-10:00pm
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
FEE: $10.00 each

RETIREMENT PLANNING #1 & 2
Explore both financial and non- financial retirement topics.
INSTRUCTOR: Marvin Bjornstad
Wed., Jan. 25 & Feb. 1, 7:00-10:00pm
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
FEE: $10.00 each

DAYTIME QUILTING
Join us on Tuesdays between 10:00am and 2:00pm beginning Jan. 17. The quilts we make are donated to various organizations. 

RHYME TIME
Bring your children ages 0-6 to enjoy songs, rhymes and finger play.
INSTRUCTOR: Ashley Santos
Thursdays, Jan. 26 – March 16
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
FEE: No Charge

STRETCH & TONE
Join us for toning exercises and increase your flexibility. 
INSTRUCTOR: Sandra Cameron
24 SESSIONS: Mon. & Fri., Jan. 9 to March 31 from 9:00-10:00am
LOCATION: Elk Point Library
FEE: $72.00 

STAMPING for SPRING
Use rubber stamps and other scrapbooking supplies to create several projects.
INSTRUCTOR: Judy Clerk
Thurs., April 6 from 1:00-4:00pm
FEE: $15.00 (supplies included)

STANDARD FIRST AID
This St. Johns Standard First Aid course includes level C CPR and how to use an AED.
INSTRUCTOR: Danelle Garnier
DATES TBA
FEE: $200.00

FIRST AID RECERTIFICATION
Recertify your Standard First Aid certificate. 
Saturday, 9:00-4:00 TBA
INSTRUCTOR: Danelle Garnier
FEE: $160.00

WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Complete several small projects in this course.
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Chamberland
FEE: $60.00 (supplies included)

*HEINSBURG COURSES*
To register call Marie Zayac at (780) 943-3913
FIRST AID
BASIC COMPUTERS
IPAD BASICS
IPHONE BASICS

Program Guide - September to December 2016 - Part 1: Get Creative

FALL ARRANGEMENT
INSTRUCTOR: Daphne Schnurer
FEE: $25 (supplies included)
DATE CHANGED: Sept. 30th 1:00-4:00
Bring a container or wreath form and create either an arrangement or wreath for fall.

ART CLASSES
INSTRUCTOR: Shirley Kinneberg
FEE: $40 each (half day session, supplies included)
Sept. 17th 9:00-12:30 = Drawing & Cartooning
Sept. 17th 1:00-4:30 = Alcohol Ink on Yupo paper & card creations
Oct. 1st 9:00-12:30 = use acrylics & watercolors to paint scenery
Oct. 1st 1:00-4:30 = watercolor pencils & alcohol inks

WATERCOLOR PAINTING
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Chamberland
FEE: $60 (supplies included)
Oct. 8th 9:00-4:00
Complete several small projects in this course.

STAMPING FOR CHRISTMAS
INSTRUCTOR: Judy Clerk
FEE: $15 (supplies included)
Oct. 13th 1:00-4:00
Use rubber stamps and other scrapbooking supplies to create several projects.

QUILTING BASICS
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Bassett
FEE: $60
Oct. 15th, 22nd & Nov. 5th
Learn the steps for making a quilt from start to finish.

FALL TABLE RUNNER
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Bassett
FEE: $25 (supplies included)
Oct. 29th 9:00-4:00
Applique maple leaves on this runner for fall.

CHRISTMAS TABLE RUNNER
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Bassett
FEE: $35 (supplies included)
Nov. 19th 9:00-4:00
Applique a forest of trees on this runner that can be made up to 70" long. The pattern can be turned to make a wall hanging.

THURSDAY PLAY DAYS
Join us for a full day of sewing in the company of friends.
Every Thursday from Sept. 8th - Nov. 17th 10:00-5:00

DAYTIME QUILTING
Join us in making quilts which will be donated to various organizations. No quilting experience necessary.
Every Tuesday from Sept. 13th to Nov. 22nd 10:00-2:00

POTLUCK SHOW & TELL
Bring something for the potluck lunch and join us for a display of the projects from the past year.
Nov. 24th starting at 11:00am

New and Upcoming Courses, Garage Sale

FURNITURE UPCYCLE
Saturday, April 30, 2016 - 9am - 4pm
Learn how to use chalk paint to refurbish a piece of furniture.
Instructor: Donna Bassett
Fee: $20.00

NEW!
PAINTING WITH SHIRLEY KINNEBERG
Saturday, May 7, 2016
Morning (9am - 12:30pm): Try different techniques using watercolor, yupo paper and alcohol inks.
Afternoon (1pm - 4:30pm): Paint at least 2 greeting cards using watercolors and/or acrylics.
All materials supplied by the instructor. Bring your own lunch.
Instructor: Shirley Kinneberg
Fee: Morning only = $40.00, Afternoon only = $40.00, All day = $80.00

NEW DATE!
FINISH YOUR SEWING PROJECTS WITH DONNA
Saturday, May 14, 2016 - 9am - 4pm
Bring your unfinished sewing projects and Donna will guide you through the finishing steps.
Instructor: Donna Bassett
Fee: $20.00

GARAGE SALE
Saturday, June 4, 2016 - 9am - 4pm
All proceeds to the charity quilting group. Donations welcome.

UPCOMING COURSE: Fall Pumpkins Wall Hanging

FALL PUMPKINS WALL HANGING
March 11, 9 am - 4 pm
Fee: $35.00, supplies included

Upcoming Courses & Events - Spring 2016

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
10 sessions: Feb. 23 - Mar. 24
Fee: $50.00
10 sessions: Apr. 5 - May 5
Fee: $50.00

FALL PUMPKINS WALL HANGING *NEW*
March 11, 9 am - 4 pm
Fee: $35.00, supplies included

STAMPING FOR SPRING
Use rubber stamps and other scrapbooking supplies to create several projects.
March 17, 1 - 4 pm
Fee: $15.00, supplies included

RHYME TIME (at Elk Point Public Library)
Bring your children ages 0-6 years. Enjoy songs, rhymes and finger play in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
Tuesdays at 10:30 am: Mar. 22, 29, Apr. 5, 12, 19, 26, May 10, 17, 24
Fee: FREE

CAMERA USE & PHOTOGRAPHY BASICS
Bring your own camera, manuals and attachments. Learn how to operate your equipment, basic camera use and functions, and practice actual picture taking.
3 sessions: Mar. 23, Apr. 6 & 20, 7 - 9 pm
Fee: $60.00

FINISH YOUR QUILTING PROJECTS WITH DONNA *NEW*
April 9, 9 am - 4 pm
Fee: $10.00

WATERCOLOR PAINTING
The instructor will bring everything you need and guide you through the process to complete a painting in this one-day course.
April 2, 9 am - 4 pm
Fee: $65.00

FURNITURE UPCYCLE *NEW*
April 30, 9 am - 4 pm
Fee: $20.00

BOOKS FOR BABIES (at the Elk Point Public Library)
Support your child's early literacy and language development and promote healthy family relationships. Each family is provided with a book bag and books. For parents and children from birth to 1 year old.
Tuesdays at 10:30 am: May 31, June 7, 14, 21
Fee: FREE