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The Mesa Active Adult Center presents
Chautauqua Tuesday Evening Classes
CHAUTAUQUA
Engage Your Mind, Body and Senses
These classes are offered at the Mesa Center,
247 No. Macdonald, in downtown Mesa.
For additional information or to register, please call: 480-962-5612.
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Our 2011 Offerings:
THE MUSLIM-AMERICAN PERSPECTIVE
Workshop I: “Getting To Know American Muslims & Their Faith:” An overview of Islam and Muslims; contemporary issues of moderation and women’s rights; the relationship of Islam to other religions, including Judaism and Christianity.
Workshop II: “Women In Islam:” The role of women in Islam—spirituality and their relationship to God, their rights and roles in the family and community; important Muslim women in history and the modern world.
Workshop III: “The Roots Of Islam In America:” The fascinating account of the lives and legacies of America’s earliest Muslims, including enslaved West Africans; early converts to Islam and Muslim immigrants.
Workshop IV: “Islamic Contributions To Civilization:” Review of the various aspects of culture and knowledge which Muslims contributed to, including food, clothing, furniture, music, architecture, math, medicine, astronomy and more.
Instructors: Islamic Speakers Bureau
To register, call 480.962.5612
Tuesdays, Oct 11-Nov.1 7:00pm-8:30pm
Four, 1 ½ hour workshops Charge: $40.00
BALLROOM - SOCIAL - VARIETY DANCING
Get your exercise, meet new people and learn to enjoy yourself again! The class will include fox trot, waltz, tango, etc. So strap on your dancing shoes and get ready to dance. (Singles welcome, minimum of ten students.)
Instructor: Tudor Alexander, featured dancer at the Herberger Theatre and on the DWTS Tour!
To register, call 480.962.5612
Tuesdays, Oct. 18-Nov 8 7:00pm-8:00pm
Four, 1 hour sessions Charge $40.00
WHAT’S LEGAL, WHAT’S NOT!
Workshop I: “Will or Trust: What’s the Difference?” Each will be explained in detail and you will explore the differences. Bring your questions so you can discover the answers to your questions!
Workshop II: “The Power of----Powers of Attorney.” This workshop will explain the different kinds of POA’S and when it’s appropriate to use them, their function and when they are necessary. Bring your questions!
Workshop III: “Mediate Don’t Litigate.” Explore what is involved in mediating a dispute, divorce, etc. and find out how the courts view mediation. Bring your questions!
Instructor: Dorothy E Brogan, Attorney at Law, M.S. ED.
To register, call 480.962.5612
Tuesdays, Oct 11, Nov. 8, Dec. 6 6:30pm-8:30pm
Three, two hour workshops
Charges: $40 for each workshop
LADIES BILLIARDS
Yes, you can! Ladies, learn to play billiards. It’s fun; you’ll learn the games, their techniques, new skills and enjoy a ‘cool’ sport.
Instructor: Nornee Smith, Senior Olympic Gold Medalist
To register, call 480.962.5612
Tuesday, Oct 25-Nov. 15 6:30pm-8:30pm
Four, two hour sessions Charge: $25.00
STUDIO ART
In this coaching environment, intermediate to advanced students are encouraged to bring their painting questions and problems for individual and group resolutions. You may work in any medium and experimentation is encouraged!
Instructor: Jim Farrah, professional artist
To register, call 480.962.5612
Workshop I: Tuesdays, Oct 4, 18, 25, Nov. 1 5:00pm-8:00pm
Workshop II: Tuesdays, Nov. 15, 22, 29, Dec 6 5:00pm-8:00pm
Four, three hour workshops
Charges: $75 for each workshop
SPANISH FOR SURVIVAL
The class will cover common phrases for everyday life, speaking and writing phrases, grammar and phonetics and expanding your vocabulary and the tools to make this successful. This will be a very light and entertaining journey into the Spanish you have wanted to speak and understand. (Minimum 10 students)
Instructors: Sonia Dillehay, Activities Coordinator, Native of Chili and Chuck Smith, Peace Corps Volunteer in Chili.
To register, call 480.962.5612
Tuesdays, Oct 4-25, Nov. 1-29, Dec. 6
6:00pm-8:00pm
Ten, two hour sessions Charge: $75.00
ZUMBA FITNESS: MOVING THE WORLD TO A NEW BEAT!
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the ZUMBA program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, caloric-burning dance fitness-party. ZUMBA is moving millions of people toward joy and health!
Instructor: Avette Warrior, Certified Zumba Fitness Instructor
To register, call 480.962.5612
Session l: Tuesdays, Oct. 3-24 6:00pm-7:00pm
Session II: Tuesdays, Nov. 1-29 6:00pm-7:00pm
Four, one hour sessions Charge: $35.00 each session
GRANT WRITING
Who me….write a grant! You’re kidding! Writing grants can be difficult and scary. But once you learn what grants are asking, the intricacies, the technical skills and how to answer the questions, grant writing can become a fascinating and challenging skill. Grant writing is a PLUS on any job application! You, too, can become a grant writer! (MINIMUM of ten students for this class)
Instructor: Jerry Dillehay, Grant Coordinator for the City of Mesa for 15 years
To register, call 480.962.5612
Tuesdays, Oct 4-25, Nov 1-29, Dec 6
6:00pm-8:00pm
Ten, two hour sessions Charge: $100
Also coming up this fall:
GLITZ, GLAMOUR, GASTRONOMIC DELIGHTS
& ELEGANT HOLIDAY SHOPPING
YOU ARE INVITED TO CATCH THE GLOW!
What could be more charming then an evening strolling amid beautiful and elegant items that sparkle and shine in the glow of candles. Elegance that whispers, “take me home…take me home…Merry Christmas!” Elegance that you can afford to buy for that someone special in your life or maybe….. just a little gift to yourself. With friends and family, enjoy these holiday evenings in the warmth of a living room setting, ensconced in the glow of candles, munching on epicurean delights, sharing the music of the season amid beautiful art work and surrounded by fabulous gifts for sale. Free and open to the public. Share a quiet evening with family and friends and Catch the Glow of the Season!
Exciting, trendy, creative items you can’t find anywhere else……waiting for you to take them home!
Tuesday, Nov. 15 CONTAGIOUS and featured artists 4:30pm-8:30pm
Tuesday, Nov. 29 TWISTED SISTERS and featured artists 4:30pm-8:30pm
Tuesday, Dec. 6 MYSTIC PAPER and featured artists 4:30pm-8:30pm
Tuesday, Dec. 13 BLOSSOM and featured artists 4:30pm-8:30pm
Mesa Active Adult Center
Free and Open to the public. Bring your friends!
Call 480-962-5612 for additional information