Special Interest ClassesSeptember to December 2019

PIMA COUNTY

3500 West River Road • Tucson, AZ 85741520-724-5000 • www.pima.gov/nrpr

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2019 SESSION DATESFall Session 3: August 28-December 18, 2019Registration Opens: July 30, 2019 at 6:00 a.m. MST

REGISTRATION DEADLINEPlease check on-line for individual class deadline information.

ON-LINE REGISTRATION INFORMATIONYou can register for classes 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from the comfort of your home or any public computer.

Go to www.pima.gov/nrpr and hit the button. Simply create an account and you will be all set up to register for classes when registration opens.

Unable to register online? Call Lisa Uthe at 520-724-5264 for assistance. Please note that calling for assistance does not guarantee registration into a class. We accept cash or credit card at the River Road office. Mail in registrations and checks are not accepted.

Classes are filled on a first come first serve basis. Register early to ensure a space in the class you want. If the class you want is full, add yourself to the wait list to ensure a space in the class if an opening becomes available. Wait lists are prioritized on a first come first serve basis. Registration for unfilled spaces may be available the first week of class, but you are strongly urged to register early.

MATERIAL FEESDo not include material fees with class registration fees. Material fees are paid directly to the class instructor on the first day of class.

CLASS CONFIRMATIONWhen registering on-line you have the option to print your receipt. If you choose to register in person, a receipt will be printed and given to you upon reciept of your payment.

CLASS CANCELATIONA minimum number of people must register for a class in order for it to be held. It is at the Instructors’ discretion to set the minimum number of students.

REFUND/TRANSFER FEESRefund fee: $10 Transfer fee: $5 These fees will be waived if a class is canceled due to a facility issue, instructor issue or insufficient student registrations. Refunds and transfers must be performed by administration support.

CLASS INFORMATIONFor class information go to www.pima.gov/nrpr. If you require assistance with registering, please call 520-724-5264.

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Class Locations

CR Historic Canoa Ranch 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd. Green Valley, 85622

CCNP Cienega Creek Natural Preserve Gabe Zimmerman Davidson Canyon Trailhead at Cienega Creek Natural Preserve 16000 E. Marsh Station Rd., 85641

DDC Desert Discovery Center 7798 W. Gates Pass Rd. Tucson, 85745

FW Flowing Wells Community Center 1660 W. Ruthrauff Rd. Tucson, 85705

NWAC Northwest Art Center 7770 N. Shannon Rd. Tucson, 85741

SERP SE Regional Park Shooting Range 11296 S. Harrison Rd. Tucson, 85747

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BOARD OF SUPERVISORSRichard Elías, Chairman • District 5

Ally Miller • District 1Ramón Valadez • District 2Sharon Bronson • District 3

Steve Christy • District 4

PIMA COUNTY ADMINISTRATORChuck Huckelberry

NATURAL RESOURCES, PARKS AND RECREATIONChris Cawein, Director

3500 West River Road • Tucson, AZ 85741520-724-5000 • www.pima.gov/nrpr

Pima County HolidaysSeptember 2 – Labor Day

November 11 – Veterans DayNovember 28 – Thanksgiving Day

November 29 – County Observed HolidayDecember 25 – Christmas Day

ARTS & CRAFTS

ART/DRAWING/PAINTINGDrawing Multi Media (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Larry Wollam, CPSALearn illustration techniques using pen and ink, ink wash, scratchboard, atomized ink, pastel, pen-cil, charcoal, and colored pencil. Beginners ac-cepted with instructor’s approval. (No class 9/18, 9/25, 11/27)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9160 NWAC-303 Wed 8/28-10/9 1:30-4:30 p.m. $609161 NWAC-303 Wed 10/23-11/13 1:30-4:30 p.m. $489162 NWAC-303 Wed 11/20-12/18 1:30-4:30 p.m. $48

Realism with Watercolor (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Larry Wollam, SAWG, WFWSFor intermediate to advanced students looking to achieve a controlled realism in the work they are doing. Students must have mastered the basics of drawing, etc. enough to achieve a very realistic rendering of the subject to be painted. [This not a beginning watercolor class]. (No class 9/20, 9/27, 11/29)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9163 NWAC-303 Fri 8/30-10/11 9:00 a.m.-Noon $609164 NWAC-303 Fri 10/25-11/15 9:00 a.m.-Noon $489165 NWAC-303 Fri 11/22-12/20 9:00 a.m.-Noon $48

Picture Framing and Art Presentation (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Larry Wollam, Cerified Picture Framer (CPF)This class will offer detailed instruction in frame cutting and manufacturing, archival preservation,

and all types of mat cutting for works of art un-der glass to include hinging, sink-mounts, canvas/textile stretching and floats. The first class (im-portant) will cover all tools and materials. The instructor will have several mat cutters for use in the class, but you may have, or may wish to pur-chase your own. A number of blank mats will be furnished for practice. Intense, but fun! Class is limited to 10 participants. (No class 11/29)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9166 NWAC-303 Fri 10/25-12/20 1:00-4:00 p.m. $96

Painting Open Studio (Ages 18 & Up)No InstructionStudents and Overton Art group members may work without instruction in oils or acrylics on Monday mornings. A studio monitor will be there to open and close the building and check the class roster for registrations. We ask that each partici-pant clean up their area prior to leaving. This pro-gram is continuous year-round. Class Code Location Day Time Fee9167 NWAC-303 Mon 9/2-12/16 9:00 a.m.-Noon $15

Let’s Draw 1 for beginner and the experienced (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Diane Perkins TPSAnybody can draw. Yes, you too can draw. These 5 basic lessons help you develop the ability to draw everyday objects and what you see outdoors.

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Improve your drawing skills using pencils, char-coal pencils, and Conte (oil pastel pencils). Add exciting extras to create a work of art. For more information and supply list email instructor at letsdraw@q.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9168 NWAC-303 Wed 10/23-11/20 10:30 a.m.-Noon $50

Portrait Drawing for Teens (Ages 12-17)Instructor: Diane Perkins TPSConstruction methods made fast and easy for drawing portraits using living models. Move from developing simple basic shapes and have fun while developing your own creative voice in drawing the portrait. Six drawing skill lessons for head and face features. Materials fee of $20 is paid to the instructor at first class. Make-up class-es have no live model. For details and supply list email instructor at letsdraw@q.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9169 NWAC-303 Tue 9/3-10/8 3:00-4:30 p.m. $609170 NWAC-303 Tue 10/15-11/19 3:00-4:30 p.m. $60

Self Portrait as A Gift Workshop. (Ages 8 to 14)Instructor: Diane Perkins TPSMake a fun portrait of yourself for the holidays. Give to a friend, Mom, or Dad. Add words and your ideas for a special gift. Use a blank card or 8x6 inch art paper for your portrait. For details email instructor at letsdraw@q.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9171 NWAC-303 Sat 11/16 2:00-4:00 p.m. $159296 NWAC-303 Sat 11/23 2:00-4:00 p.m. $159297 NWAC-303 Sat 12/7 2:00-4:00 p.m. $15

Art as a Way of Knowing the Sonoran Desert (Ages 18 & Up) Instructor: Dr. Lee Ann WooleryEngage your senses – listen, touch, observe – while walking among 100 year-old saguaros, mesquite bosque and beside perennial streams. Engage your creativity – draw, paint and write the desert’s story, its patterns, gestures and codes with

guided instruction in Art-Based Perceptual Ecolo-gy methods taught by ABPE pioneer, Dr. Lee Ann Woolery, ecologist and artist. Learn about the flora and fauna in this unique desert biome and how to translate these place stories to a visual language. No art experience necessary. Materials fee payable at first class ($5 for ½ day workshop, $10 for 3-wk class), or bring your own materials. For more info visit www.ecoartexpeditions.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9195 DDC Sat 9/28 8:30-11:30 a.m. $659196 DDC Wed 10/9 8:30-11:30 a.m. $659197 DDC Tue 10/22 8:30-11:30 a.m. $659198 CCNP Thu 10/24 9:00 a.m.-Noon $659199 DDC Sat 11/2-11/16 9:00 a.m.-Noon $1509200 DDC Sat 11/2 1:00-4:00 p.m. $659201 CCNP Wed 11/6 9:00 a.m.-Noon $659203 DDC Tue 11/12 9:00 a.m.-Noon $659204 DDC Sat 11/16 1:00-4:00 p.m. $659205 CR Mon 11/18 9:00 a.m.-Noon $659206 DDC Thu 12/5 9:00 a.m.-Noon $659207 CR Thu 12/12 9:00 a.m.-Noon $659208 DDC Wed 12/18 9:00 a.m.-Noon $65

‘Forest Bathing’ Among Giant Saguaros (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Dr. Lee Ann WooleryGo to the Forest. Walk slowly. Breathe. Open all your senses. This is the way of Shinrin-yoku or Forest Bathing, the healing power of simply being in the forest. Research has shown many benefits of spending time in nature including: lower stress and reduced blood pressure. For centuries artists work-ing in nature, have said they experience a sense of ‘being one’ with the natural world and of experi-encing ‘flow.’ Walk among ancient saguaros. Con-nect with the energy of the place through breath work and guided art-based mindfulness instruc-tion. No art skills necessary. Materials fee payable

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at first class ($5), or bring your own materials. For more info visit www.ecoartexpeditions.com. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9209 DDC Sun 10/13 8:30-11:30 a.m. $659210 DDC Tue 10/29 8:30-11:30 a.m. $659211 DDC Sun 11/3 9:00 a.m.-Noon $659212 DDC Wed 11/20 9:00 a.m.-Noon $659213 DDC Sun 12/8 9:00 a.m.-Noon $659214 DDC Mon 12/16 9:00 a.m.-Noon $65

CLAY / POTTERY Make It and Glaze It (Clay Fun-damentals) (Ages 18 & Up)Pre-requisite: NoneInstructor: Jada Ahern BFA/Various Instructors We will spend two structured classes making hanging totems (9234) or small luminaries (9235). We will cover basic clay fundamentals: hand building, sculpture, glazing, firing, studio practic-es and a demo of throwing on the potter’s wheel. Materials fee of $15 is payable to instructor at first class. Questions: jadasclay@hotmail.com or(520) 870-0823.Make It and Glaze It is a pre-requisite for most clay classes at Northwest Art Center. Please take before or register con-currently with your clay class.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9234 NWAC-302 Thu 9/5 & 9/19 5:00-8:00 p.m. $459235 NWAC-302 Sun 10/27 & 11/10 3:00-6:00p.m. $45

Classic Clay (Pottery/Clay) (Ages 18 & Up)Pre-requisite: Make It and Glaze It/Fun-damentalsInstructors: Jada Ahern (Tue 8:30, Wed & Thu 9 a.m.), Leila Lindeman (Mon, Tues, Wed, Thu 12pm), Brenda Arwood (Tue 6 p.m.), Laurie Dun-ham (Wed 6 p.m.)Experience clay techniques including slab build-ing, coiling, throwing on the potter’s wheel, sculp-ture, glazing, and firing. Specific assignments given by the instructor will build your clay skills. Self-motivated students work independently. Stu-dent supplies basic tool kit and must purchase Cone 10 clay ($15/25lbs) at the facility. Materials fee of $5 is payable to instructor at first class meet-ing. (No Classes 11/25-11/28)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee 9236 NWAC-302 Mon 9/2-10/21 Noon-3:00 p.m. $1209237 NWAC-302 Tue 9/3-10/22 8:30-11:30 a.m. $1209238 NWAC-302 Tue 9/3-10/22 Noon-3:00 p.m. $1209239 NWAC-302 Tue 9/3-10/22 6:00-9:00 p.m. $1209240 NWAC-302 Wed 9/4-10/23 9:00 a.m.-Noon $1209241 NWAC-302 Wed 9/4-10/23 6:00-9:00 p.m. $1209242 NWAC-302 Thu 9/5-10/24 9:00 a.m.-Noon $1209243 NWAC-302 Thu 9/5-10/24 Noon-4:00 p.m. $160

9261 NWAC-302 Mon 10/28-12/16 Noon-3:00 p.m. $1059262 NWAC-302 Tue 10/29-12/17 8:30-11:30am $1059263 NWAC-302 Tue 10/29-12/17 Noon-3:00 p.m. $1059264 NWAC-302 Tue 10/29-12/17 6:00-9:00 p.m. $1059265 NWAC-302 Wed 10/30-12/18 9:00 a.m.-Noon $1059266 NWAC-302 Wed 10/30-12/18 6:00-9:00 p.m. $1059267 NWAC-302 Thu 10/31-12/19 9:00 a.m.-Noon $1059268 NWAC-302 Thu 10/31-12/19 Noon-4:00 p.m. $140

Throwing Intensive (Clay) All Levels (Ages 18 & Up)Pre-requisite: None. Make It, Glaze It recom-mendedInstructor: Jada Ahern BFAWe will work intensively on the basics of throw-ing on the potter’s wheel: centering, lifting walls, creating cylinders, shaping, trimming, handles, bowls, lidded jars and altered. We will glaze the last day of each session. Student supplies basic tool kit and must purchase Cone 10 clay ($15/25lbs) at the facility. Materials fee of $3 is payable to instructor at first class meeting. (No December classes)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9269 NWAC-302 Tue 9/3-9/24 3:00-6:00 p.m. $709270 NWAC-302 Tue 10/1-10/22 3:00-6:00 p.m. $709271 NWAC-302 Tue 10/29-11/19 3:00-6:00 p.m. $70

Weekend Warrior-Clay (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Jada Ahern BFA/Various InstructorsIndependent study time for clay students currently enrolled in weekly classes at NWAC. Weekend hours for self-motivated students who work inde-pendently.

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Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9272 NWAC-302 Sat 9/28 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $259273 NWAC-302 Sun 9/29 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $259274 NWAC-302 Sat 10/26 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $259275 NWAC-302 Sun 10/27 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $259276 NWAC-302 Sat 11/23 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $259277 NWAC-302 Sun 11/24 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $259278 NWAC-302 Sat 12/7 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $259279 NWAC-302 Sun 12/8 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $25 Independent Clay Study (Ages 18 & Up) Instructors: Jada Ahern BFA, Leila Lindeman, Laurie DunhamIndependent study time for clay students currently enrolled in weekly classes at NWAC. Work on your special projects and improve the quality of your work in this class designed for any level to work independently. Student supplies basic tool kit and must purchase Cone 10 clay ($15/25lbs.) at the facility. NO make-up classes. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9280 NWAC-302 Wed 9/4-9/25 Noon-3:00 p.m. $409281 NWAC-302 Wed 9/4-9/25 3:00-6:00 p.m. $409282 NWAC-302 Wed 10/2-10/23 Noon-3:00 p.m. $409283 NWAC-302 Wed 10/2-10/23 3:00-6:00 p.m. $409284 NWAC-302 Wed 10/30-11/20 Noon-3:00 p.m. $409285 NWAC-302 Wed 10/30-11/20 3:00-6:00 p.m. $409286 NWAC-302 Wed 12/4-12/18 Noon-3:00 p.m. $30 9287 NWAC-302 Wed 12/4-12/18 3:00-6:00 p.m. $30

Creating with Clay (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Marilyn CleavingerThis class will take you through the process of making your own pottery. Class demonstrations will reflect student’s areas of interest and will in-clude hand built and wheel thrown projects chosen to increase your knowledge and success with clay. All skill levels are welcome. Glaze firings are at cone 5 temperature using an electric kiln. Clay is available for purchase at the studio for $20/25 lbs. There is a required materials fee of $5 which will be collected by the instructor at the first class. (No class 11/29)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9187 FW-111 Wed 8/28-10/16 9:00 a.m.-Noon $999188 FW-111 Fri 8/30-10/18 12:30-3:30 p.m. $999189 FW-111 Wed 10/23-12/11 9:00 a.m.-Noon $999190 FW-111 Fri 10/25-12/13 12:30-3:30 p.m. $87

LOTION MAKINGLotionmaking (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Tracy ConklinLearn to make moisturizing lotions & creams from scratch. Customize & control the ingredients that you put into your lotion. In this hands-on class you’ll learn about the ingredients to make lotion – emulsifiers, humectants, emollients, antioxidants and preservatives as well as standard equipment and supplies needed to get started. Questions: info@byartemesia.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9176 NWAC-303 Sun 9/29 9:00 a.m.-Noon $759177 NWAC-303 Sun 10/20 9:00 a.m.-Noon $759178 NWAC-303 Sun 11/17 9:00 a.m.-Noon $75

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JEWELRYJewelry Fabrication (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Hilary Jones-WujcikLearn how to design and create jewelry using sil-ver, copper and brass. Techniques include sawing, texturing, soldering and stone setting. Demonstra-tions of advanced techniques are also included in this class. Safety Glasses and Closed Toe Shoes are Required! The cost of tools and supplies is ap-proximately $80. A $3 studio fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9244 NWAC-301 Tue 9/10-10/22 9:00 a.m.-Noon $849245 NWAC-301 Tue 9/10-10/22 6:00-9:00 p.m. $849246 NWAC-301 Wed 9/11-10/23 1:00-4:00 p.m. $849247 NWAC-301 Tue 11/5-12/17 9:00 a.m.-Noon $849248 NWAC-301 Tue 11/5-12/17 6:00-9:00 p.m. $849249 NWAC-301 Wed 11/6-12/18 1:00-4:00 p.m. $84

Jewelry: Enameling (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Hilary Jones-WujcikExplore color as you create jewelry by firing enamels onto metal. Demonstrations may include silkscreen, sgraffito, cloisonné, raku techniques and use of liquid enamels. Torch firing and kiln firing are covered. Safety Glasses and Closed Toe Shoes are Required! The cost of tools and supplies is approximately $25. An $8 studio supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9250 NWAC-301 Wed 9/18-10/23 8:30 -11:30 a.m. $72

9251 NWAC-301 Sat 9/21 8:30-11:30 a.m. & 12:30-3:00 p.m. $409252 NWAC-301 Sat 10/19 8:30-11:30 a.m. & 12:30-3:00 p.m. $409253 NWAC-301 Wed 11/6-12/18 8:30 -11:30 a.m. $84

Jewelry: Lost Wax Casting (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Hilary Jones-WujcikDiscover this ancient method of creating jewelry. You will learn how to carve models, use build up waxes and transform nature objects into silver, brass and bronze through the use of a centrifugal caster. Safety Glasses and Closed Toe Shoes are Required! The cost of tools and supplies is ap-proximately $60. An $8 studio supply fee is pay-able to the instructor at the first class. (No class on 11/28)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9254 NWAC-301 Thu 9/12-10/24 1:00-4:00 p.m. $849255 NWAC-301 Thu 11/7-12/19 1:00-4:00 p.m. $72

Jewelry: Casting Madness (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Hilary Jones-WujcikWe will experiment with drop casting: molten met-al into water and other unusual materials. Safety glasses and Closed Toe Shoes are Required! The cost of supplies is approximately $8. A $1 studio supply fee is payable to the instructor at class.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9256 NWAC-301 Sat 11/16 9:00 a.m.-Noon $20

Jewelry: Open Lab (Ages 18 & Up)Monitor: Hilary Jones-WujcikIndependent study time for Jewelry/Metals stu-dents currently enrolled. In weekly Jewelry/Metals classes at NWAC. Finish up class projects

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and get a head start on new works. Safety Glasses and Closed Toe Shoes are Required! NO make up classes!Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9257 NWAC-301 Thu 9/12-10/3 9:00 a.m.-Noon $249258 NWAC-301 Thu 10/10-10/24 9:00 a.m.-Noon $189259 NWAC-301 Thu 11/7-11/21 9:00 a.m.-Noon $189260 NWAC-301 Thu12/5-12/19 9:00 a.m.-Noon $18

SOAP MAKINGCold Process Soapmaking (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Tracy ConklinLearn the basics of making cold process soap from scratch using all natural ingredients. This hands-on class will cover the fundamentals of cold pro-cess Soapmaking, how to safely work with sodium hydroxide (aka lye), how to scent and color soap. You will leave class with 2lb. of soap, goggles, gloves, and recipes to continue your Soapmaking adventure. Must wear close-toed shoes. Ques-tions: info@byartemesia.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9179 NWAC-303 Sun 9/1 9:00 a.m.-Noon $809180 NWAC-303 Sun 10/6 9:00 a.m.-Noon $809181 NWAC-303 Sun 11/10 9:00 a.m.-Noon $80

Glycerin Melt & Pour Soapmaking (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Tracy ConklinCurious about making soap? This hands-on class is a great introduction to the world of soap mak-ing, without the lye. Learn about the different glycerin soap bases, skin safe colorants, scents and additives. Participants will receive 4lbs. of glycerin soap base, a mold, ingredients and reci-pes. Questions: info@byartemesia.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9182 NWAC-303 Sun 9/15 9:00 a.m.-Noon $809183 NWAC-303 Sun 10/13 9:00 a.m.-Noon $80

FIRST AID & SAFETY

SAFETYGrowing Up Gun Safe (Ages 8-15)Instructors: Fred Thourot, Deb Kowalski, Dan SouthardDo you own firearms and have kids? We’ll go over safety with handguns, shotguns and rifles in this class. We will take the mystery out of the firearm so that your child knows it is a deadly weapon and not a toy. Half of the class is spent in the classroom going over safety rules and answering questions. The rest of the class is on-range shooting. An adult MUST accompany the child and take the class with them (no fee for the adult). Please visit www.gatorfarmtactical.com for more detailed class de-scriptions.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9222 SERP Sun 9/29 7:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. $80 9223 SERP Sun 10/27 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $809224 SERP Sat 11/9 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $809225 SERP Sat 12/7 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $80

Handgun Safety Seminar/Handgun Selection (Ages 18 & Up)Instructors: Fred Thourot, Deb Kowalski, Brian Kowalski and Dan SouthardOur Handgun Safety Seminar is 6 hours of range and classroom designed to teach the armed citizen or those thinking of becoming armed citizens how to safely handle handguns and shooting fundamen-tals. When the Safety Seminar is done, students will have the option to stay for an added session about selecting a handgun that will fit properly and work well for the individual. Firearms and ammu-nition are provided. There is a $5 ammunition fee payable at the class. Please visit www.gatorfarm-tactical.com for more detailed class descriptions and equipment lists.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9226 SERP Sat 9/14 7:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. $809227 SERP Sat 10/12 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $80

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9228 SERP Sun 11/17 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $80 9229 SERP Sun 12/22 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $80

HEALTH & FITNESS

MARTIAL ARTSTai Chi for Arthritis/Fall Prevention – Beginning Level (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Susan Cooper, Senior Trainer – Tai Chi for Health InstituteBased on Tai Chi for Arthritis from the Sun Style form, this class emphasizes joint-safe moves, agile steps and Qigong breathing. Regular practice will help improve balance, help prevent falls, increase muscle strength, improve immune function, in-crease concentration and mental focus. Class will learn The Basic 6 Moves. Please bring an extra pair of low-heeled, comfortable shoes with clean soles.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9191 FW-108 Fri 9/6-9/27 11:00 a.m.-Noon $369192 FW-108 Fri 10/4-10/25 11:00 a.m.-Noon $369193 FW-108 Fri 11/1-11/22 11:00 a.m.-Noon $369194 FW-108 Fri 12/6-12/20 11:00 a.m.-Noon $27

Seated Tai Chi for Health (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Sally Adams, Instructor – Tai Chi for Health InstituteTai Chi is a gentle exercise with many health ben-efits. The seated version of Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Arthritis is ideal for those who want to improve their health but can’t stand to exercise. Learn the Basic 6 moves and tai chi breathing. Work on leg strength, posture, and balance. The focus is on gentle movement and fall prevention. Exercise

your body and your brain in this fun class. (No class 11/27)Class Code Location Date Time Fee9219 FW-108 Wed 9/4-9/25 1:00-2:00 p.m. $249220 FW-108 Wed 10/2-10/30 1:00-2:00 p.m. $309221 FW-108 Wed 11/6-12/11 1:00-2:00 p.m. $30

MUSICKokopelli’s Dream – Learn to Play the Native American Style Flute – Beginner’s Level 1 (Ages 12 & Up)Instructor: TwinfeathersHave you always wanted to play an instrument, but were afraid you couldn’t learn or it would be too hard? You don’t need to know ANYTHING about music to learn this simple, ancient, and soul-ful instrument…Really! Just bring your desire to play, determination and patience and find out how Easy it is to make up your own simple songs from the heart! For more information, e-mail instructor at: ktwinfeathers@gmail.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9184 FW-Youth Thu 9/5-9/19 5:30-7:30 p.m. $20

Kokopelli’s Dream – Learn to Play the Native American Style Flute – Beginner’s Level 2 (Ages 12 & Up)Instructor: TwinfeathersAfter learning the basics in Level 1, or if you al-ready play and want more, we’ll go a little further with some more fun “embellishments”, simple song creation, reading flute notation songs, play-ing with others and more! For more information, e-mail instructor at: ktwinfeathers@gmail.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9185 FW-Youth Thu 10/10-10/24 5:30-7:30 p.m. $20 Kokopelli’s Dream – Learn to Play the Native American Style Flute – Beginner’s Level 3 (Ages 12 & Up)Instructor: TwinfeathersPrerequisite: At least one Level 1 class.Now that you’ve been playing for a bit, you may find yourself in a rut. If you’re ready to take the next steps, this is the class for you! We’ll cover what’s of interest to each member of the class which may include (but not limited to): What your breath can do for expression, creating songs (cre-

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ate, record, transcribe to flute tablature), use of rhythm, playing written songs in a group, tips on “performance” and more! Questions: ktwinfeath-ers@gmail.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9186 FW-Youth Thu 11/7-11/21 5:30-7:30 p.m. $20

SPORTS

FIREARM INSTRUCTIONLegal Issues of CCW (Ages 18 & Up)Instructors: Brian Kowalski, Deb Kowalski and Dan Southard This course goes well beyond the necessary re-quirements of the State of Arizona to carry a con-cealed weapon. Arizona Law relating to use of a handgun is covered. The course includes both classroom study and range time. A written test and a handgun qualification must be passed to receive a certificate to apply for a CCW permit. Please vis-it www.gatorfarmtactical.com for more detailed class descriptions and equipment lists.

Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9230 SERP Sun 9/22 7:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. $809231 SERP Sat 11/24 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $80

Practical Handgun (Ages 18 & Up)Instructors: Brian Kowalski, Deb Kowalski and Dan SouthardLearn basic carry methods, how to draw from a holster, tactical reloads, and how and when to carry your handgun. Most of the day will be spent on the range in multiple positions firing from dominate and non-dominate hands. You must bring your carry gun, holster, a solid belt, three magazines with a good magazine holder, and 300 rounds of ammunition. For more detailed class de-scriptions and equipment lists please visit www.gatorfarmtactical.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9232 SERP Sun 10/13 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $1009233 SERP Sat 12/14 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $100

WRITINGCreative Writers’ Workout: Exercises and Encourage-ment Toward a Healthy Writing Life (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Traci Moore, MFAThis series blends writing exercises with group discussion, inspiration, home practice and reading aloud. Among the topics we explore: how to start (or return to) writing and stay in motion; basics of writing with clarity and purpose; what to do with the inner critic; and why to cultivate writer-pals. This workout will not only cheer you on but also strengthen your writing muscles. Limit 8. Please

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bring a notebook and pen. For details, visit www.traci-moore.com. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9215 FW-Sm Conf Rm Tue 9/10-9/24 2:00-5:00 p.m. $75

Snapshot Memoir Writing (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Traci Moore, MFAIn this 3-part workshop we use our days-gone-by photographs as writing prompts. We look closely at the details. Imaginative writing exercises lead us into meaty stories waiting to be told. Also we learn how to compress these stories into short ‘flash’ essays that crackle with life. Includes writ-ing exercises, reading aloud and discussion. Limit 8. For more information and class materials re-quested, visit www.traci-moore.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9216 NWAC-303 Tue 11/26-12/10 2:00-4:30 p.m. $65

Whole Brain Writing (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Traci Moore, MFASome people gleefully sink into creative writ-ing. Others love revision. How about you? In this workshop we give equal time to both our dreamy and rational sides, the artist and the editor. In-cludes freewriting exercises, discussion, light re-vision, and reading aloud. Limit 8. Please bring your writing materials. For details, visit www.traci-moore.com.

Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9217 NWAC-303 Fri 9/27 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $35

Writing For Self-Reflection (Ages 18 & Up)Instructor: Traci Moore, MFAResearch shows that consistent self-reflective journaling in a focused manner can reduce blood pressure and boost the immune system. To explore this therapeutic practice, we use Journal Cards and inwardly-focused writing exercises. As a group, we discuss our insights and surprises, and learn how this just-for-us writing can enhance and change our lives. Limit 8. Please bring your fa-vorite pen and journal/notebook. For details, visit www.traci-moore.com. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee9218 FW-Sm Conf Rm Tue 10/8-10/22 2:00-4:00 p.m. $55

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