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Astronomy: An Introduction to the Night Sky Astronomy
Philip Tramdack
In this class you will learn the basics of astronomy and the night sky, including: the universe and our place in it; theories of the universe from various cultures; a summary of current thought about the universe; the stars and constellations; the Milky Way; stars and star names; what you see when you look into the deep sky with a telescope (galaxies, star clusters, nebula); the Sun and our solar system; solar system phenomena (comets, meteors, the aurora borealis, etc); current state of professional and amateur astronomy; observing the sky with the naked eye, binocular and telescope; and where to get more information. It is recommended that participants purchase 'The Miller Planisphere' at a cost of $12.95 (details will be provided upon registration).
Thurs., Oct.16, 23, 30 & Nov. 13; 3:00 -4:30 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $25.00
Ballroom Dance Basics BallrmDance
Lucy Sack
Keep your joints moving, recapture your old rhythms, and rev up your sense of fun. This beginning level ballroom dance class will include fox-trot, waltz, swing/jitterbug, cha-cha, tango and rumba. Dancers will learn timing, style, lead and follow techniques plus a variety of steps for their individual abilities. This is a hard-working class, with equal parts of fun and humor.
Mon., Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 & Nov. 3; 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $25.00
Bird & Butterfly Friendly Dooryard Gardens BirdDrGrdn
Gene Wilhelm
Few beings are as interesting, beautiful and worthy as neotropical birds and butterflies. To help them, you can learn how to make your dooryard gardens more bird and butterfly friendly by providing the four basic needs (food, water, cover or shelter and breeding space) for their survival. In fact, now more than ever, you can play a very critical role in preventing our winged friends from extinction. The instructor will provide handouts and books; please bring $18 to reimburse him at the first class (exact change or check will be appreciated).
Tues. & Thurs., Sept. 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 & 25; 8:15 - 9:45 am
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $35.00
Book Discussion Group BookGrp
Constance Smith, Nancy Mickle
Love to read? Here's your chance to discuss wonderful books with other readers. All types of books are eligible: fiction, memoirs, biographies, histories, etc. Fall selections are: Sept - Suite Francaise by Irene Nemirovsky; Oct - Amazing Grace by Eric Metanas; Nov - Peony in Love by Lisa See.
Tues., Sept. 23, Oct. 14 & Nov.11; Noon-1:30 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Bridge I: Basic/Beginning* Bridge-I*
June Morrison
*Zelienople. This is the first of a Bridge class series, comprising 9 sessions, written by the very qualified and well-known Audrey Grant and updated by Betty Starzec, Senior TAP Teacher-Trainer. The first class is an introductory class that concentrates on bidding. It is meant for those who are complete beginners, or for those who wish to bring their bridge up to date with current standards. Please call the instructor, June Morrison, at 724-452-3686 at least 10 days before beginning class for instructions to order the New textbook.
Tues., Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11 & 18;
9:00 - 11:30 am
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $5.00
Bridge II: Play of the Hand* Bridge-II*
June Morrison
*Zelienople. This is the second in a Bridge class series, comprising 9 sessions, written by the very qualified and well-known Audrey Grant and updated by Betty Starzec, Senior TAP Teacher-Trainer. This class focuses on the play of the hand and is designed as a sequel to Bridge I-Basic/Beginning. It is recommended that the student have taken the first course, although this one is designed to stand on its own for students with a basic knowledge of Bridge. Please call the instructor, June Morrison, at 724-452-3686 at least 10 days before beginning class for instructions to order the textbook.
Fri., Sept. 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14 & 21 ; 1:00 - 3:30 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $5.00
Bridge III: Defense* Bridge-III*
June Morrison
*Zelienople. This is the third in a Bridge class series, comprising 9 classes, written by the very qualified and well-known Audrey Grant. This class focuses on DEFENSE STRATEGIES and is designed as a continuation to Bridge-Basic/Beginning and Bridge-Play of the Hand. It is recommended that the student have taken the first and second courses, although this one is designed to stand on its own for students with a basic knowledge of Bridge. Please call the instructor, June Morrison, at 724-452-3686 at least 10 days before beginning class for instructions to order the textbook.
Tues., Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4 & 11; 1:30 - 4:00 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $5.00
Chair Caning & More ChrCaning
Dorothy McMillen
Introduced in this country in the second half of the 17th Century, early chair caning was very coarse with widely spaced holes in the seat or bench. Beginners will start with a small hand caned stool. Those who took the previous classes will be working on caning a chair or a piece of furniture of their choice. All supplies will be furnished at an approximate cost of $25.00, payable to the instructor.
Thurs., Sept. 11, 18 & 25; 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $25.00
Cities: The City Beautiful Movement Cities
Kurt Pitluga
This talk will investigate the City Beautiful Movement as it emerged in the United States in the late nineteenth century. This movement was inspired by the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition held in Chicago. The exposition demonstrated the possibilities of transforming America's cities with broad boulevards, buildings unified by a single architectural style and the creaton of healthier urban settings. We will examine the several plans that were actually implemented, such as Washington, D.C., Harrisburg and Philadelphia, PA.
Wed., Oct. 1; 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Coal Mining Machines in the 20th Century CoalMine
Joseph David
This class will be a slide program illustrating changes in coal mining methods during the 20th century. Most of the slides are from underground photos. Participants will get some idea about an almost unknown industry, what a coal mine looks like and how a miner's work has changed over time.
Wed., Nov. 19 12:45 - 2:15 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Computers: Pushing the Envelope Cmptr:PushEnv
Melitta Garbuny, Margaret Stickel,
You have had it with using Word and Excel; you explored e-Bay and did Photoshop! What else can the computer do? For starters: download tunes, keep up with worldwide news reports, play games and make telephone calls. See what people submitted to U-Tube, check your bank balance, pay bills and more! It's your computer; use it NOW.
Wed., Sept. 17; 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Conservation: iConserve, do you? Conserv
Kristen Hand
We once again have an energy crisis in this nation, along with facing a possible recession. How did we find ourselves back here again? What can we do now that can make a difference? Each person can make a difference when we work together as a community. The iConserve PA public education campaign that the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is implementing provides tips about the conservation steps that we take every day on our public lands that make a difference. We are connecting with various partners to help save natural resources, protect the environment, and in many cases save money all at the same time.
Wed., Oct. 8; 10:00 am - Noon
Open to ILR members only (free)
Creative Writing CreaWrtg
J. L. Horam
Join in the fun! This class provides a relaxed and safe environment where you can discover your muse, pen your family history or start that novel you've been thinking about (for how long now?). Learn short cuts and techniques to keep you going 'til the last page. Individual help will be given to all participants.
Thurs., Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13 & 20; 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $45.00
Criminology: What's Criminal? Crimolgy
Erich Vierthaler
We will focus on criminology -- the study of 'crime' and deviance, examining variations between the two based on formal laws and informal controls of conduct that deviates from the norm. Crime is based on laws that vary by political jurisdictions. Then we will examine prisons or types of legal social controls and variations between felony and misdemeanor. Finally we will look at types of crimes and arrests using the FBI' 'Uniform Crime Rate' as the best estimate of crime in America.
Thurs., Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6 & 20; 1:15 - 2:45 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $30.00
Dante's Divine Comedy Dante
Frank Treccase
This course includes the first six Cantos of 'Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso' which introduce the major themes of the 'Divine Comedy.' The primary emphasis will be on the poetry of Dante's universal message. Additional values - political, philosophical and ethical - will also be considered.
Thurs., Sept. 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6 & 13; 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $45.00
Dust Bowl: Unto Dust it May Return DustBowl
Thomas Hannon
The creation of the Dust Bowl is an excellent case study in an 'ecologic backlash' which resulted in the ruination of a large portion of the southern high plains of America's Heartland. Its creation also caused widely spread human misery and migration during the depression era of the 30's which has been immortalized in John Steinbeck's 'The Grapes of Wrath'. Can it happen again? SEE ALSO: Orientation to 'The Grapes of Wrath' opera and the opera performance.
Mon. & Wed., Nov. 17, 19 & 24; 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Eckhart Tolle: An Introduction EcTolleIntro
Barb Coryea, Richard Doty
Oprah Winfrey popularized Eckhart Tolle's ideas on national television, and his books have become international best sellers. Tolle points at techniques to diminish mental noise and ego control. He gives us the tools to promote consciousness and inner purpose. We will explore his principles using multi-media, class discussion and his book 'A New Earth'.
Tues., Oct. 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11 & 18; Noon - 1:45 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $40.00
Eckhart Tolle: Application of Principles EcTollPrin
Richard Doty, Barb Coryea
For two years, classes using Eckhart Tolle's ideas have attracted ILR participants. Participants keep coming back because Tolle speaks to them in ways that are life changing. This term we offer a more in-depth learning experience for those who have already had at least one course on Tolle's concepts. Class size will be limited to 12 participants and will focus on "awakened doing."
Tues., Oct. 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11 & 18; 10:00 - 11:45 am
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $40.00
Exercising from a Chair Exercise
Suzanne Robinson
Relax and enjoy the music from days gone by while your movements increase strength, flexibility, range of motion and balance. All exercises are completed either from a seated or standing position. This class is for both men and women and has something for all levels of ability.
Wed., Sept. 10, Oct. 8 & Nov. 5; 12:15 - 1:15 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Fabric Dyeing with Shaving Cream Fabric
Susan Catanzarito
This is a fun class in which we will experiment with color and dye. Part of the process involves, believe it or not, shaving cream. You will learn a quick and easy way to make marbled looking fabric. You will receive a supply list with your confirmation slip.
Thurs., Sept. 18; 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Film: Still More Magic of the Movies Film6
Kenneth Harris
For our sixth ILR film series, we offer five diverse love stories, most of them with more-or-less happy endings. After a brief introduction, each movie will be shown in its entirety, followed by a group discussion. We will open with nearly everyone's all-time favorite, 'Casablanca', then 'The Shipping News', 'Heaven', 'The Wedding Banquet' and 'Sense and Sensibility'. All are chiefly in English except for 'The Wedding Banquet', which is partly in Mandarin with subtitles, and partly in English.
Tues., Sept. 16, 30, Oct. 14, Nov. 18 & 25; 1:15 - 4:15 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Forest Service System & the Allegheny National Forest ForestSrv
Anthony Scardina
The class will begin with the history of the United States Forest Service and its evolution over the past 100 years to its current mission, governing laws and regulations. Finally, we will focus on the Allegheny National Forest in Northwest PA, its history and today's management issues and challenges.
Thurs., Oct. 2; 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Genealogy I: How to Get Started Geneaol,I
Robert Hinds
This course will cover the basic information needed to find and organize your family history. A free genealogy database and instructions for using it on your computer will be provided. Prerequisite: An interest in your own family history and either knowing how or being willing to learn to use a computer.
Wed., Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5 & 12; 9:30 - 11:30 am
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $25.00
Geneaology II: Finding & Documenting Your Ancestors Geneaol,II
Robert Hinds
The workshop will include discussion of genealogy database functions, search strategies, web resources and how to evaluate and optimize the information you obtain. Prerequisites: Familiarity with computer basics and a genealogy database such as Personal Ancestor File, Family Tree Maker or Roots Magic.
Wed., Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5 & 12; 12:15 - 2:15 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $35.00
Global Resources: The Growing Fuel and Food Crisis GloblRes
Robert Davis
Economic development, population increase and international power politics are creating an increased competitive demand for limited world resources. In this class, major attention will be given to how this trend has resulted in rising fuel prices and to critical worldwide shortages and higher costs for food. Numerous case studies will be used to illustrate the economic, regional and geopolitical causes and consequences of these and other resource problems.
Wed. & Mon., Sept. 17, 22, 24, 29 & Oct.1 ; 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0.00
non-members - $30.00
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