Carl Albert State College

Community/SrO News Bulletin August 11—December 12, 2014

Cancellations We realize that illness and personal problems do occasionally arise and make it impossible to continue your plans. Unless otherwise noted, a full re-

fund of your deposit will be made if you cancel before the final payment date. For cancellations after the date final payment is due, any nonrefundable

expenses incurred for hotels, transportation, insurance or other suppliers utilized on the trip, tour or cruise will not be refunded.

2014 / 2015 TRIPS

August 25—September 2, 2015 “The Best of Ireland”: Killarney Country Side and the Dingle Pen-

insula: A 9 day, 8 night tour. This trip includes 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners, no lunches. Enjoy a tour of

Dublin and an evening of Irish Dance, Music and Song. There will be an excursion to Belfast and North-

ern Ireland. Drive through the scenic country side to Blarney and visit the Blarney Castle to kiss the

“Stone of Eloquence” and walk the mystical grounds. Experience a tour of Killarney, the “Jewel of Ire-

land”, to visit the Muckross House, Gardens and have a jaunting cart ride with a “Jarvey” (driver), who

tells some tall tales. You will tour the spectacular coastal scenery of the Dingle Peninsula and see the rel-

ics from the Stone Age and Bronze Age. You will spend an afternoon at the Dunboyne Castle Hotel spa to

enjoy the amenities. The cost is $3,188 for a Double Occupancy, and $3,687 for a Single Occupancy.

Deposit will be $450 per person upon notification. This price includes air fare, land portion, insurance,

and transportation to and from airport. Lottery system draw date will be August 18,2014.

October 25, 2014 Bacone College Fall Powwow: The powwow will feature singing, dancing, and other traditional activities. Perform-

ers will include gourd dance singers and gourd dancers as well as the Muskogee Nation Color Guard. Browse the American Indian arts

and crafts market for original artwork, handmade jewelry and other items. This is a day trip to Muskogee, OK. It will begin with Dinner

at Golden Corral in Muskogee and then head to the Muskogee Civic Center to enjoy the powwow festivities. The cost will be $40. Pay-

ment is due at registration.

November 12, 2014 Leaf Peeper’s Tour, Talimena Scenic Drive: Explore the beautiful fall foliage on the Winding Stair Mountain,

Talimena Scenic Drive as it stretches across the very top of the Ouachita Mountains in Eastern Oklahoma. We will start on the west side

of the scenic drive and drive the Oklahoma side then down to the Ouachita Forest Visitors Center. Lunch will be at the American Le-

gion Hall in Heavener then finish the day at the Heavener Library with a special presentation of the history of the Dust Bowl Years.

Payment is due at registration. The cost of this day trip with lunch is $35.

December 3rd &4th, 2014 Branson Trip: this trip will include the Christmas show of Shoji Tabuchi at the Shoji Tabuchi Theatre and

the “California Dreamin’ Show” at the God and Country Threatre. This trip is all inclusive of one night stay hotel, two lunches, one din-

ner and one breakfast plus one late evening dessert of cobbler and ice cream after the show. Cost is per person $249 for single, $205 for

double, $195 for triple, and $185 for quad occupancy.

April 19-25, 2015 Savannah, Jekyll Island & Beaufort; Motorcoach transportation for 7 days & 6 night guided tour of Savannah,

“The Belle of Georgia,” where the breathtaking city embodies southern charm, and a close up view of the beautiful homes. Next, hop to

Jekyll Island and St. Simons Island. Jekyll Island was once a playground for America’s wealthy at it’s “Millionaires Club”. St. Simons

is a vision of beauty with it’s quaint shops and moss-draped oaks. Enjoy a guided tour of Beaufort, SC including a visit to Parris Island

Marine Base. This includes 10 meals: 6 breakfast and 4 dinners. There is a $75 deposit. This trip is subject to the lottery system. The

Deposit, Registration form and Health Form is due with in 14 days of notification of drawing. Cost is $575 per person for Double reser-

vation, call to ask for single, triplet, or quad price. Draw date is August 18, 2014.

NEW SrO TRAVEL POLICY

It has become necessary in order to insure fairness to all those wishing to travel with SrO that CASC institute the following rules.

1. All trips are limited to 50 travelers, or on Day Trips 40 travelers. 2. Any trip that has more than the limited amount of registrants within 20 days of the trip announcement, will be subject to a lottery system. 3. Names will be drawn based on room occupancy (i.e. those sharing a room will be drawn together). 4. Groups wishing to travel together may submit one name for the purpose of the lottery and a group will be limited to 8 individuals. 5. If you or your group is drawn you will be notified by mail and provided a registration(s) form. A deposit will be required from each individual along with the registra-

tion form within 14 days. If the registration form and deposit is not returned within 14 days, we will assume you do not want to go on this trip. 6. Exceptions for Day Trips: Money for the trip will be required immediately, there will be no registration form and you will be notified by phone. 7. Those who were not drawn will be notified and placed on a waiting list in the order of the lottery drawing in the case of a cancelation. 8. The drawing of the names for the purpose of the lottery will take place in the Office of Academic Affairs by the Vice President of his/her designee.

Please continue to call: 918-647-1278 to sign up for trips.

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“P.A.C.E.” People with Arthritis Can Exercise

PACE is a group recreational activity program designed specifi-

cally for people with arthritis. It includes games, range of mo-

tion, muscle strengthening and/or endurance exercises, body

mechanics, and relaxation techniques. PACE provides partici-

pants with a fun, safe exercise program, which can supplement,

but does not replace exercises prescribed by a doctor or thera-

pist. BEGINNERS with Penny Brickman Date: Mon. & Wed. August 11—December 10

Time: 8:45 - 10:15 a.m.

Place: Cardio Room in the Balentine/Costner Bldg. ADVANCED with Mary Morris Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 12-December 11

Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Cost: Free to SrO members

SrO GAME TIME!

Do you like card games, board games, or domi-noes? Come meet with us and exercise your

mind and make new friends. If you have a game you’d like to share, bring it along.

Dates: Wednesdays, August 13—December 10 Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Place: Student Lounge (Costner-Balentine Center)

Free to SrO Members!!

Call 918-647-1278 to Register for Classes!!!!

JOIN THE JAM Is there a folk instrument (guitar, man-

dolin, fiddle, banjo, hammered dulci-

mer, bass, mountain dulcimer, autoharp,

spoons, washboard, Irish flute, other) hiding in your

closet just begging to be played again? Whether you

know a few chords or a variety of tunes, rescue your

instrument from the closet and join us for a lively jam

session.

Instructor: Penny Brickman- 719-221-1048

Dates: Thursdays, August 14th—December 11th

Time: 1:30 pm—4:00 pm

Place: Hamilton Complex Rm 312

Cost: $60 general public ( 16 week class session)

Free to SrO Members

~Traditional ZUMBA~

Join the millions of people who have decided that hav-

ing fun and working out are not mutually exclusive.

Appropriate for most ages and fitness levels. The rou-

tines feature interval-training sessions where fast and

slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to

tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Instructor: Heather Stewart

Dates: Mon. & Weds.

August 11—Dec 10

Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Place: Dale Cox Community Center,

Behind the Rueben White Clinic

Cost per 16 week class: $60 General public

Free to SrO Members

Morning Yoga

For those looking for a relaxing hour, come join this yoga program. Students will learn and practice basic yoga postures which combine breathing control with stretching and relaxation to improve circulation. You will improve flexibility and energy. You will need to bring your own mat and props.

Dates: Tues. & Thurs. October 7—December11 Time: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Place: Hamilton Complex, Room 312 Instructor: Stephanie Nichols Cost: $30 (8 week session) to General Public

Free to SrO members

ROCKS & FOSSILS OF OKLAHOMA Discover the uniqueness of the rocks and fossils of our area. This class will be part class time with Power Point and part field trip to Vian to find some fossils, with lunch on your own at Wild Horse Barbeque or bring sack lunch if preferred. Class size is limited. Instructor: Fay Simms Date:: Saturday, October 11, 2014 Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Place: Hamilton Complex Rm 311 Cost: $20 Free to SrO Members

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Beginning/ Intermediate Painting The goal of this class is to develop the vocabulary,

skill and technique in the application of water,

pastel or oil painting. You will develop an under-

standing and enjoyment of painting and its crea-

tive process. . Come ready to paint that land-

scape or portrait that you have always dreamed of.

Instructor: Dana Faulkner

Two eight week classes:

Dates: Wednesdays: August 13—December 10

Time: 1– 4pm

Place: Hamilton Complex, Room 340 CASC

Cost: General public: $80 (per 16 week class)

SrO members free!

Beef Cattle Reproduction

Management tools and techniques to im-

prove reproductive efficiency of beef cattle

herd. Review the basic reproductive anat-

omy and physiology. Learn about birth

processes, when to intervene or get professional help. The

cost/benefit of various modern reproductive techniques will

be discussed, including breeding soundness exams of bulls,

selection and development of replacement heifers, artificial

insemination, embryo transfer, pregnancy diagnosis, estrus

synchronization, etc. Instructor: Dr. Paul DuBois

Dates: Tuesdays, October 7-November 4, 2014

Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm

Place: Hamilton Complex, Room 311

Cost: $40 for 5 week course

Free to SrO Members

Social Media & Internet Safety A brief introduction into becoming the “ cool ” grandparent

Learn to maintain your privacy across the Internet. Learn

about social media, such as Facebook, Twitter, Vine and the

interconnectedness of social media tools. Use this to recon-

nect with family, friends and business associates.

Instructor: Michael Fulks

Date: Saturday, September 27th, 2014

Time: 9am—12pm

Place: CASC Business Center Rm 831

Cost: $10

Free to SrO Members

Water Aerobics

Water Aerobics at the Holiday Inn August 11—December 11

INSTRUCTORS: Terry Hall: 9-10am……. Mon & Wed Amy Johnston: 6-7pm…..Mon & Thurs Suzanne Ritter:10:30-11:30am.Mon &Wed Cost: $80 general public (per 16 weeks). SrO Members Free

♥♥♥ INTRODUCING ZUMBA GOLD! ♥♥♥

A LOW IMPACT fitness class that is designed to be incredibly FUN and EASY-TO-FOLLOW!! In this party like atmosphere you will learn basic Latin steps such as Merengue, Salsa. Cumbia, Flamenco, and Tango, while building cardiovascular strength, balance and fitness. All moves are modifiable to meet your needs. ZUMBA GOLD is open to participants of any age, skill, or fitness level. Join me for a fun, safe, and effective total body workout... INSTRUCTOR: KRIS PICKLE DATES: TUESDAYS & THURDAYS, AUG12-DEC 11, 2014 TIME: 9:30am - 10:30am PLACE: DALE COX COMMUNITY CENTER, BEHIND THE RUEBEN WHITE CLINIC COST: per 16 week class $60, Free To SrO EVENING CLASS: TUESDAYS AT 5:15 - 6:15pm COST: per 16 week class $30, FREE TO SrO

Gourd Crafting

Gourds are an exciting medium to be artistic and crafty on. You can paint,

carve, weave, and burn on them. They can be vases, bowls, wall hangings,

lamp bases or just really cool things. Learn the art of Gourd crafting from

Gourd Artist Dani Montoya. At each class you will walk away with a

Gourdgeous piece that you created. $40 is due upon registration, this will

be put toward material fee.

Teacher: Dani Montoya

Date: Saturday, October 11, 2014

Time: 9am – 1pm

Place: Hamilton Complex, Room 312

Material fees will be $40 per class

Class cost: $30 per class to the general public.

Free to SrO Members

Non-Profit

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1507 S. McKenna

Poteau, Ok. 74953-5208

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Sallisaw Community

education classes

New Office Hours

for Continuing Ed/SrO

Monday—Thursday

Open 8:00am—12:00pm

Closed for Lunch 12-1pm

Open 1:00pm—4:30pm

~Line dancing~ Country line dancing is fun for all ages. It’s a solo dance that requires no partner, so you don’t have to worry about stepping on some-one’s toes. As you learn the basic figures step-by-step, you will also be exercising at a gentle pace in a social environment.

BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE LINE DANCING

Dates: Wednesdays August 13—December 10 Time: 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Instructor: Vivian Carter

Place: Sequoyah County Campus, Site Center Cost: $60 per 16wks /Free to SrO members

ADVANCED BY APPROVAL OF INSTRUCTOR ONLY

Time: 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. Cost: $60 per 16 wks/Free to SrO

Now on Facebook

Like us at: CASC SrO

Call to reserve spot in class with

Linda Bradbury at

918-647-1278 Or 1507 S. McKenna

Poteau, OK 74953

Email: continuinged@carlalbert.edu

Check our schedule at:

http://www.carlalbert.edu/

academics/class-schedules/

Cont-Ed-Schedule.pdf

SrO, Seniors Only Membership: √ This program is for ages 55 and over. √ The program only cost $25 per person per year. √ It includes: Most classes offered in Continuing Education, some have a small fee or supply cost. √ The CASC Library - Check out books √ Discounts at the CASC bookstore and cafeteria √ Discounts at CASC sport events, musicals, pageants, and plays. √ 65 or older - Audit of CASC credit classes that make and still have space.

Call 918-647-1278 for information to join!

Cardiovascular Center

Open to all SrO Members.

See Schedule: Monday: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Beginners PACE 8:45-10:15 a.m.

Tuesday:8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Advanced PACE 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Wednesday:8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Beginners PACE 8:45-10:15 a.m.

Thursday: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Advanced PACE 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Friday: 8:00a.m.-8:00p.m.

Cafeteria Schedule Cafeteria Schedule Cafeteria Schedule and Prices for SrO:and Prices for SrO:and Prices for SrO:

The Carl Albert State College

Campus Dining Services wel-

comes all SrO members to join us

for a great dining experience in

our cafeteria at discount prices.

Mondays - Fridays: Breakfast: 7:00-9:30 a.m.

$5.05*

Lunch: 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

$5.55*

Supper: 4:30-6:30 p.m.

$6.05*

Steak Night: Random Tuesdays

$7.75*

Just Salad : $3.30 Lunch and supper includes full

salad bar, desserts and beverages.

*Our meals include all you can

eat. No Supper on Fridays Cafe-

teria is closed.

*Prices are subject

to change.

Carl Albert State College, in compliance with Titles VI and VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, executive Order 1246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ameri-

cans with Disabilities Act of 190, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran

in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services.