Contributed by Lindqa Myers-Steele
Senior Education is a program for those 50+ years who want to keep active and continue life-long learning. Classes are offered free (except for occasional supplies as needed). The fun part is there are no tests, no grades, no homework! Wasilla Senior Center, 1301 Century Circle, Wasilla, hosts the classes at no charge and all presenters are volunteers. Volunteers who are experts in their field! Please join us. No registration required unless noted in the class description. (senioreducationwasilla@gmail.com)
JANUARY 2020 SCHEDULE
Tuesday, January 14, 28, Feb. 4*, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
A SERIES OF WRITING CLASSES
Have you ever thought of writing about memories of your family or even your own autobiography, or about something that interests you, but you don’t know where to start? This is the class for you. A talented instructor, Tara Wreyford, will help you draw those thoughts out and put them to paper.
Tuesday, January 21, 3:00-4:00 p.m. BOOK CLUB “I READ WHAT I WANT TO READ”
(NOTE: Book Club will meet monthly every third Tuesday until May 2020.) ** Participants will be given an opportunity to share a summary of their book of interest with others. Learn from others about books that might interest you. Facilitator: Andi Nations, Retired Public School Educator/Non-Profit Facilitator
FEBRUARY 2020 SCHEDULE
Tuesday, February 4*, 3:00-4:00 CONTINUE WRITING CLASS
Tuesday, February 11, 3:00-4:00 DE-CLUTTER – FREE LIVING!
It’s silent. It’s sneaky. Suddenly, clutter is there! Clutter is all around us and is a growing problem. Let’s explore what clutter is, how it occurs, and emotions involved. Learn declutter techniques, downsize strategies, clutter buster ideas and paper clutter control. Facilitator: Julie Cascio, Home Economist, Cooperative Extension Service
Tuesday, February 18**, 3:00-4:00, BOOK CLUB “I READ WHAT I WANT TO READ”
Tuesday, February 25, 3:00-4:00 COMMUNICATING FOR BETTER LISTENING & TALKING Are people mumbling more often? Are you interrupting others by speaking when they are without realizing it? Are you frustrated by feeling you’re not being heard? Learn tips for listening and talking regardless of your hearing abilities. Facilitator: Dr. Joyce Sexton, Doctor of Audiology, Northern Hearing, Wasilla & Anchorage
