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4 Cornerstones of Financial Literacy1. Budgeting to create savings: Track spending, recognize spend-ing leaks, creating sticking to a budget.2. Debt reduction and asset building: Prioritizing debt, creating a debt reduction plan and emergency fund, planning for the future through savings & investments.3. Building a good credit rating: Understanding credit reports, fixing errors on credit reports, improving credit scores.4. Consumer protection & financial institutions: Working with financial institutions, reading & keeping an accurate and bal-anced checkbook, identifying credit scams & avoiding predatory financial programs.Instructor: Maureen Hams & Nancy RamonDate: Monday, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23Time: 6:00-8:00 pmPlace: Polk County Human Services Building 1424 Central Ave NECost FREE

“Average Jo” Estate PlanningThe law is becoming more and more helpful to average individ-uals allowing them to avoid probate. During this course you will find out what exactly probate is, what wills can and can’t do, and various practical ways to avoid probate. After two short hours, you will know more about avoiding probate than the average law school grad.Instructor: John Jeffrey, AttorneyDate: Thursday, October 29Time: 7:00-9:00pmPlace: Sr. High 108Cost: $20/person - $15/seniors • 1 Session

Write and Publish a Book - Jayne FlaaganIf you have ever thought about writing a book, but think that you don’t have the knowledge, skill or time - think again! Whether you want to write a book for a million people to read or maybe just your family, this class is for you. At the end of this course, you will have learned all of the necessary tools to get you on your way to both writing and publishing your book on-line with Am-azon’s Kindle program, as well as publishing a physical copy of your book. During these sessions, I will teach you and give you the knowledge of over a year’s worth of my own efforts, so that you don’t have to struggle like I did. Just bring a notebook and pen and be ready to learn a wealth of information about writing, editing and publishing your book(s).Instructor: Jayne FlaaganDate: Tuesday, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27Time: 6:00-8:00 pmPlace: Sr. High 123Cost: $60/person • 4 Session

Social Security and Your RetirementPlanning on retiring in a few years and have questions about So-cial Security? Come visit with a Social Security representative at this pre-retirement workshop and get answers to your questions. Expected topics include the amount of work needed to receive SSA benefits, getting benefit estimates from the SSA website and the SSA Statement, how benefit amounts are computed including how to figure out if your husband or wife can receive spousal benefits, what your full retirement age is and why it matters, should you take an early retirement, how much can you earn and still collect Social Security, and evidence needed for your retire-ment application. Audience participation encouraged. Bring your questions. Please create your own pin and password protected my Social Security account at http://www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount and use it to obtain your social security statement in advance of class.Instructor: Howard Kossover, SS RepDate: Tuesday, September 29Time: 6:30 pm -8:30 pmPlace: Sr. High Library Cost: FREE • 1 Session

What Is MedicareCome and learn all about Medicare, it’s supplements, and when you need or can apply for benefits.Instructor: Tom SengerDate: Monday, October 5Time: 7:00-8:30 pmPlace: Sr. High 113Cost: $5/person • 1 Session

Nursing Home ConcernsIf you or your spouse are entering a nursing home, there are usually a number of questions. What property can you keep? How much income can you have? What kind of transfers can be made? Are there differences between Minnesota and North Dakota laws? What is the application process. These questions and more will be answered.Instructor: Russ Melland/Shannon RodgersDate: Tuesday, September 29Time: 7:00-9:00 pmPlace: Sr. High 113Cost: $15/person, $10/SeniorsSessions: 1

ZentangleIf you like to draw or doodle, you can learn to “zentangle”. As the name implies, it’s a zen-like way of creating images through repetitive patterns and shapes. Zentangles got their name from “zen” because of the relaxing, meditative feeling you get when creating them. With zentangles, every mark is a deliberate mark and there are no erasers. You will discover that even if you make what seems to be a mistake, you can build on that event as a new pattern and go in unexpected and exciting new directions. In this class we will start slow and over the 5 weeks we will build on what we learn to create an end art piece. When you are done you will take with you the skills to continue on your own. Instructor: Teri BergDate: Tuesday, Sept. 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 Time: 7:00-8:30pmPlace: Sr. High 125Cost: $35/person • 5 Session

WordThis course is designed for those individuals who are familiar with computer usage but would like to learn about using Micro-soft Word. Topics covered will include: 1) the new screen layout, 2) formatting text, paragraphs, and documents, 3) printing en-velopes and labels, 4) using mail merge, and 5) other topics as ti me permits. Operating system is PC based.Instructor: Don FisherDate: Tuesdays, Sept. 29, Oct. 6, 13Time: 6:30-8:30 pmPlace: Sr. High 111Cost $45/person • 3 Sessions

ExcelThis course is designed for those individuals who are familiar with computer usage but would like to learn about using Micro-soft Excel. This will be a basic class that introduces formatting of spreadsheets, simple formulas, and basic statistic and financial functions. Operating system is PC based.Instructor: Don FisherDate: Tuesdays, Oct. 20, 27 Nov. 10Time: 6:30-8:30 pmPlace: Sr. High 111Cost $45/person • 3 Sessions

Power PointLearn to use Power Point innovation tools and easy approach to develop professional looking presentations quickly and easily. Text handling, outlining, graphing, lining, drawing, clip art, etc. Instructor: Don FisherDate: Thursdays, Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8Time: 6:30-8:30 pmPlace: Sr. High 111Cost: $45/person • 3 Sessions

The Internet - A Beginners GuideThis course is for a true beginner, you will have an introduction into what the internet is, what it has to offer, and how to useInstructor: Don FischerDate: Thursday, October 22Time: 6:30-9:00 pmPlace: Sr. High 111Cost $10/person • 1 Session

Ebay - Learn to buy, sell, trade for fun or profitThis course offers a quick look into the workings of Ebay. Learn the basics of buying and selling (for profit) on Ebay. Learn how to easily and quickly earn a few extra dollars.Instructor: Don FischerDate: Thursday, October 29Time: 6:30-9:00 pmPlace: Sr. High 111Cost $10/person • 1 Session

AHA Heartsaver CPR and AEDThe CPR/AED course is intended for the general audience that includes laborers, office personnel, management and others that do not participate in a medical or emergency setting on a daily basis.CPR and AED: This course is designed to give general informa-tion necessary for an individual or organization to react in the event of a cardiac emergency. The course includes Emergency Preparation, current procedures for Cardiopulmonary Resusci-tation (CPR) and information on the Automatic External Defibril-lator (AED)During the course, participants will be expected to practice ac-tual procedures with manikins and step-by-step activities with the AED. A short, written examination will be given on the infor-mation provided. This examination is used for documentation purposes, to complement the provided information, and as an aid in learning for the adult student.Participants, upon successful completion of the courses, shall be presented a certification card from the American Heart As-sociation. This card is valid for two years from the completion date of the course.Instructor: Terry WynnDate: Tuesday, Sept 29Time: 6:00-9:00 pmPlace: Sr. High 122Cost $40/person • 1 Session

Aromatherapy & Essential OilsAromatherapy is a useful tool for encouraging good health, in-creasing wellness, and promoting healing. Aromatherapy can help provide solutions for literally hundreds of different con-ditions such as soothing dry hands, treating headaches, and boosting your concentration. We will also have some hands-on fun. You will be able to make and take home with you an Aroma Therapy Lotion & Body scrub. Supplies are included in the cost of the course.Instructor: Garrett HovendickDate: Thursday, October 1Time: 7:00-8:30 pmPlace: Sr. High LibraryCost: $25/person • 1 Sessions

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Couples Massage - Back & NeckA relaxed and fun evening intended to provide pairs with easy-to-learn techniques for helping each other relieve stress. Techniques will modified to address the participant’s specific needs, such as frequent headaches, low back pain, etc. and all within the comfort levels of practitioner and client. Focus will be on the neck, shoulders, back and the benefits of massage. Please bring a partner, one pillow per per-son, and wear comfortable clothing. You will be fully clothed during the class. Instructor is a licensed massage therapists.Instructor: Quiet Waters Massage StaffDate: Thursday, September 24Time: 7:00-8:30 pmPlace: Sr. High LibraryCost: $20/couple • 1 Session

Studio Painting - Open MediaInterested in learning more about painting? Struggling to find the right touches to apply to your artwork? Need help planning the com-position for your next painting? Looking for help starting your next artwork? Then this is the class for you! Jessica will give individual feedback for students to consider at any stage of painting. Students will learn tricks on composition, color mixing and technique and be able to apply this information directly to their paintings. Jessica is an Award Winning Artist with a Master of Fine Arts from Central Washington University. She specializes in painting, composition and multiple mediums including acrylic, watercolor and pastel. All levels and mediums welcome. Students provide all materials.Instructor: Jessica PribulaDate: Monday, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19Time: 6:30-7:50 pmPlace: Room 125Cost: $75/person • 4 SessionLimit: 12

Beginning Knitting - Part 1This class is for those who have never knit before and want to learn the basics in knitting. Class will cover casting on, knit, purl, and bind-ing off.Materials:

• Size 7 or 8 knitting needles.• A small amount of worsted weight yarn for practice

yarn. This weight is the most common and an average weight yarn.

• 1 ball of cotton yarn (such a sugar and cream) for mak-ing a dish cloth.

• 1 ball or skein of a worsted weight yarn in a color you like for making mug rugs... we will do lots of practicing of the stitches.

Instructor: Barb QuammeDate: Tuesday, Sept. 29, Oct. 6, 13Time: 6:30-8:00 pmPlace: Sr. High 101Cost: $20/person • 3 SessionsLimit: 10

Beginning Knitting - Part 2This class follows part 1, you must know the knit and purl stitches. Areas covered will be alternate cast on methods, increasing, decreas-ing, abbreviations commonly used by knitting patterns, using mark-ers and stitch holders, and common beginning stitch patterns using K and P stitches.Materials:• Size 7 or 8 knitting needles• A small amount of yarn to practice on• 1 ball of cotton yarn (such a sugar and cream) for making

a dish cloth • 2 balls of Lion Brand “Jiffy” yarn in a color you like for

making 2 needle mittens, you will also need a pair of size 6 needles.

Instructor: Barb QuammeDate: Tuesday, Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 10Time: 6:30-8:00 pmPlace: Sr. High 101Cost: $20/person • 3 SessionsLimit: 10

Knit an Infinity ScarfThis class uses a combination of stitches to produce an infinity scarf. A variety of patterns will be available. Yarn can be chunky, worsted weight or lighter weight (#3) - Need about 300 yards. Needles can very from size 10 to size 6 depending on yarn choice. Must already know K and P STS.Instructor: Barb QuammeDate: Monday, Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2Time: 6:30-8:00 pmPlace: Sr. High 101Cost: $20/person • 3 Sessions

Beginning Blues HarmonicaLearn simple blues songs, country riffs, bonding notes, wails and warbles. Required 10 hole harmonica in the key of D.Instructor: Al GundersonDate: Monday, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26Time: 6:00-7:00 pmPlace: Sr. High 108Cost: $20/person • 4 Sessions

Knit a Pair of SlippersYou will work on a simple pair of slippers. Several designs will be available. Worsted weight #4 or a bulky weight #5 yarn is needed. About 200 yards. Needle size 8 or 9 is needed.Instructor: Barb QuammeDate: Monday, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 12Time: 6:30-8:00 pmPlace: Sr. High 101Cost: $20/person • 3 Sessions

Beginning CrochetParticipants will be learning the various methods of crocheting while discussing types of yarn, equipment, abbreviations, and projects to do. You will need to bring to first class a hook of either G, H, or I size. Also bring some worsted weight yard practice-preferably a light color.Instructor: Barb FaheyDate: Thursday, Oct. 1, 8, 22, 29Time: 6:30-8:00 pmPlace: Sr. High 101Cost: $20/person • 4 Sessions

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy PeopleSome music teachers may not want you to know this, but you don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn piano. In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. How do we do it? While regular piano teachers teach note reading, piano professionals use cords. And you can learn all the chords you’ll need to play any song in this one session. Any song. Any style. Any key. If you can find middle C and now the meaning of every good boy does fine, you already know enough to enroll in this workshop. Total beginners can request a free pamphlet by going online to this link - http://justonceclasses.com/info/images/fastpres-ence/class_notes_for_piano.pdf. Materials Fee of $29 will be col-lected in class by the instructor for the workbook and practice CD.Instructor: Craig CoffmanDate: Thursday, October 1Time: 6:40-9:40 pmPlace: Sr. High Choir RoomCost: $20/person • 1 Session

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy PeopleHave you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Bring your acoustic guitar. For ages 13+. For more information go to justonceclasses.com. Materials Fee of $29 will be collected in class by the instructor for the workbook and practice DVD.Instructor: Craig CoffmanDate: Thursday, October 1Time: 4:00-6:30 pmPlace: Sr. High Choir RoomCost: $20/person • 1 SessionLimit: 15

Salsa 1Learn to dance to the wonderful rhythms of Latin music! Salsa 1 covers basic steps, rhythm and turns in two 2-hour sessions. Salsa is the hottest dance in clubs today. Come and join us and have a great time! Open to singles or couples.Instructor: TJ KrugDate: Monday, Oct. 5, 12Time: 7:00-9:00 pmPlace: Altru Y Family Center - Studio A & BCost: $35/person • 2 Sessions

Salsa 2Dance with your heart and soul to salsa’s fiery Latin rhythms. In salsa 2, learn more advanced steps like cross-body-lead, styling, wrap variations and more! Open to singles or couples. Join us for two 2-hour sessions.Instructor: TJ KrugDate: Monday, Oct. 26, Nov. 2Time: 7:00-9:00 pmPlace: Altru Y Family Center - Studio A & BCost: $35/person • 2 Sessions

A Time to “Line” DanceLine dancing is great exercise and a wonderful way to mix and mingle with really nice folks! Come learn the latest and most popular dances in the Grand Forks area and from around the country. You will learn several different genre line dances, danced to a variety of music. We start with beginner dances and work toward intermediate level reviewing every week. Imagine yourself joining in the fun at parties and social events when the line dancers take the floor. After taking this class you will be able to do just that! Slow and thorough instruc-tions will make line dancing easy and fun to learn. The class will be held Thursdays for 9 consecutive weeks beginning September 24.Instructor: TJ KrugDate: Thursday, September 24Time: 7:00-8:30 pmPlace: Altru Y Family CenterCost: $50/person • 9 Sessions

A Time to Dance!The Television show “Dancing With the Stars” has reawaken the love for dance in many! People are learning or re-learning its joys. This is your chance to learn basic technique, style and moves for foxtrot, swing, waltz and the two-step. Think of dancing as a walk set to music. If you can walk through the door, you can learn to dance!By the end of five sessions, you’ll be prepared for your wedding or other social dance events with newfound confidence! You will navi-gate the dance floor, get some great exercise and have a lot of fun! No prior experience necessary. Please bring leather or smooth soled shoes.*Please note: this course is designed for couples so if you don’t have a partner... find a friend and split the cost!Instructor: TJ & Pat KrugDate: Tuesday, Session 1: Sept. 22 - Oct. 20 Session 2: Oct. 27 - Nov. 24Time: 7:00-8:30 pmPlace: Boardwalk Bar & GrillCost $75/couple • 5 Sessions

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INFORMATION:• Fees are to be paid before the first session of class.• We will cancel a class if registration is insufficient. All registered individuals will be notified.• Refunds will be made if a class is canceled.• No confirmation - assume the class will be held, unless you are notified otherwise.• In the event of a winter storm warning, listen to your radio for possible class cancellations.• Persons over 62 years of age may enroll in the class at 1/2 price unless otherwise stated.

Payment should be received within 3-5 days of phone, fax, e-mail registration or your name is removed from the list.Make check payable to: Community EducationMail to: Community EducationPO Box 151, East Grand Forks, MN 56721

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Purna Yoga for Your Health - Beginners Welcome!Purna Yoga is a safe, gentle style of yoga with a focus on alignment. Purna Yoga for your Health is the perfect class for stiff beginners and for relaxing after a busy work day. Purna Yoga comes from a serious lineage designed to bring the emotions, the mind and the body together so one can live with more joy and feel at home in their beautiful, unique body. Jessica’s focus as a yoga instructor is to create a safe environment for all ages and body types so that more people may experience the wonderful benefits of yoga on the mat and in daily life. All sessions begin with meditation.Instructor: Jessica PribulaDate: Tuesday & Thursday Mornings: 6:30-7:30 am Sept. 22, 24, 29 Oct. 1, 6, 8, 13, 15Place: EGF Campbell LibraryCost $57/person • 8 SessionsLimit: 15

Tuesday & Thursday Evenings: 6:30-7:30 pm Sept. 22, 24, 29 Oct. 1, 6, 8, 13, 15Place: EGF Campbell LibraryCost $57/person • 8 SessionsLimit: 15

Yoga WorkshopsA 2-hour workshop designed to introduce students to the benefits of yoga props. Class includes meditation, restoratives and basic poses in addition to more information on how to use props safely and ef-fectively in your practice. Jessica is a 200-hour certified Purna Yoga instructor currently completing her 500-hour teacher training. Jessi-ca’s focus as an instructor is to create a safe environment for all ages and body types so that more people may experience the wonderful benefits of yoga on the mat and in daily life. All levels welcome! Please bring your yoga mat and strap and any additional props. In-cluded in Workshop Fee: 3-Minute Yoga Egg Prop $48.00 Value.Instructor: Jessica PribulaDate: Friday, October 16Time: 6:00-8:00 pm Place: EGF Campbell LibraryCost: Register Before September 30 - $69/person Registration After October 1: $74/person 1 SessionLimit: 12

Group Hypnosis - Quit Smoking or ChewingDon’t let tobacco control your life. Hypnosis can be a way for you to stop immediately without withdrawal, cravings or gaining weight. Hypnosis is very relaxing and everyone will be fully aware at all times and at no time will you be unconscious. Bring a pillow, blanket, sleep-ing bag, or bean bag for added comfort. You will also receive a rein-forcement tape and a card which allow participants to attend future seminars free if reinforcement is desired. Check-in time 9:00-9:30 am. Please be prompt! You need to get orientation materials and tape from instructor. No refunds.Instructor: Dr. Mary FischerDate: Saturday, October 10Time: 9:30-10:30 am or 11:15-NoonPlace: Sr. High LibraryCost: $49/person • 1 Session

Group Hypnosis - Weight LossHypnosis can help you to control your eating habits. You will learn to desire the right foods for a conscientious weight control program. Hypnosis is relaxing and everyone will be fully aware at all times and at no time will you be unconscious. Bring a pillow, blanket or sleeping bag or bean bag for added comfort. You will also receive a reinforcement tape and a card which allows participants to attend future seminars free, if reinforcement is desired. Check-in time 9:00-9:30 am. Please be prompt! You need to get orientation materials and tape from instructor. No refunds. Instructor: Dr. Mary FischerDate: Saturday, October 10Time: 9:30-11:15 amPlace: Sr. High LibraryCost: $49/person • 1 Session

Furniture RefinishingThis course is designed to introduce the art and techniques of wood refinishing. This class will cover: stripping, sanding, finishing and materials. Materials to bring to the first class: Natural bristle paint brush, newspaper, ice cream pails, rags, and tools if your project has to be taken apart, and your project. Materials may be purchased from instructor. Please call for directions to shop.Instructor: Ken NessDate: Tues. or Thurs., Sept. 29 or Oct. 1Time: 7:00-10:00 pmPlace: Sr. High ShopCost: $80/person - No Sr. Discount • 8 Sessions

Steps To Become A CitizenStudents will use materials at the EGF Adult Education Learning Cen-ter to assist them in the application process for U.S. Citizenship and the preparation for the oral interview. Materials are available - NO pre-registration necessary. FREE COURSE. Phone: 793-2380Date: Mon. - Thurs.Time: 9:00 am - 7:00 pmPlace: Northland Community & Technical College Room 560Cost: No Charge

Adult Basic EducationStaff will assist students individually in GED (High School Equiva-lence) preparation, ESL (English as a Second Language) skills, or basic skills in reading and math. You are welcome to stop and regis-ter anytime. Books are provided. FREE COURSE! Phone: 793-2380Date: Mon. - Thurs.Time: 9:00 am - 7:00 pmPlace: Northland Community & Technical College Room 560Cost: No Charge

East Grand Forks School Dist. #595Community EducationEarly Childhood Family Education203 14th Street NEEast Grand Forks, MN 56721

WELCOME TO ECFEWelcome to the Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) program. It is for you and your children age birth to 5 years of age. The primary purpose of ECFE is to strengthen our most valuable resource ... the family. Parents have a great influence on their children as the first and most significant teachers in their lives. Because the role of parenting is so important, this program is designed to include children with their parents in activities which will reassure parenting skills, will encourage children in caring ways and will bring parents and children together for a variety of shared experiences.

Mixed Ages - Birth - KindergartenParents with one or more children will find a wide variety of activities available during this session. Included are sto-ries, songs, games, puzzles, creative projects and more. Parents will meet in a separate room during the second half of the class to discuss a wide variety of parenting issues and concerns. Choose one of the following days to attend a mixed ages ECFE class. Session runs 10 weeks.

Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday 9:00-11:00 AM

Classes begin the week of September 21stFee: Resident $30.00 per familyNon-resident fee: $50.00

School Readiness PreschoolEast Grand Forks Early Childhood Family Education is offering a preschool program for children at 3 and/or 4 years of age. A child must be 3 years of age prior to September 1, 2015 to enroll in the program.

School Readiness is a developmentally appropriate preschool program. Our curriculum has been developed using the Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators Of Progress created by the Department of Education. These indicators focus on progress in the following areas: personal & social development; approaches to learning; language development and communication; creativity and the arts; cognitive development and physical development.

This year children will have the option to attend two or three days a week for 2.5 hours each day. Fees vary according to the number of days you attend.

Contact DyAnn Stordahl at 773-1141 for further details.

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