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Photography: Using a Digital Camera Photog
Audrey Pollock
The workshop will include a brief discussion on the different types of digital cameras and what might be right for you. We will learn how to handle difficult photographic situations including low light, full sun and action photos. We will have both indoor and outdoor picture taking opportunities followed by a demonstration on how to use a card reader and download your photos onto a hard drive. Please bring your camera and card, extra batteries and a tripod if available.
Wed., Sept. 23 9:30 am-12:30pm
FILLED Open to ILR members only (free)
Piano: Applied Piano II PianoII
Christine Hogg
This class is for participants who are able to read music but would like to learn chords and learn to play with two hands together.
Scheduling will be at the convenience of the participants. Mon. or Wed. only
Open to ILR members only (free)
Piano: Applied Piano III PianoIII
Christine Hogg
Members will bring their own music of sacred, pop or simple classics and learn how to work it out in class. The number of classes will be decided at the first class.
Scheduling will be at the convenience of the participants. Mon. or Wed. only
Open to ILR members only (free)
Plants: Have You Thanked A Green Plant Today? Plants-Grn
Frank Hoffman
The course will consist of some basic botany, covering things such as roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits and seeds. Also included will be information on variations of these plant parts. Why might one thank a green plant? We get from plants, in addition to food: lumber, dyes, beverages, spices, oils, and the list goes on! As time permits, we will talk generally about each of these.
Wed./Mon., Nov. 4, 9, 11, 16 & 18 12:30 pm-1:30 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0
non-members - $25
Quilt Guild ala ILR QuiltGld
Jean Wanchick
Here's your chance to learn new skills and meet other quilters! You can help decide what the Guild's program will include: guest speakers, demonstrations of new techniques or patterns, sewing for charity, visiting quilt shops, etc. Bring your suggestions! We share our work, get assistance with problems, learn from each other and socialize. (Note: the group will decide what fees - if any - are charged.)
Mon., Sept. 21, Oct. 12 & Nov. 9 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0
non-members - $15
Quilting: Masquerade Wall Hanging QultMasqu
Susan Catanzarito
This fat-quarter friendly design combines a variety of dark and light fabrics to create a dazzling pattern in 3 color values. This pattern combines several techniques such as making and using a template, curved piecing and bias seaming. Patterns must be purchased from the instructor at a cost of $8. A supply list will be sent with registration confirmation.
Wed., Nov 11 & 18 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Open to ILR members only
Rube Waddell: His Life and Times RubeWadll
Alan Levy
Butler County native Rube Waddell was one of the first real drawing cards in baseball. He was a power pitcher who, in spite of his erratic behavior, managed to set many records. This presentation will focus on his life and the social impact of his career to Western Pennsylvania.
Wed., Sept. 28 12:30 pm-1:30 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Sacred Eating SacredEatg
Pamela Gardner
Who would you want to dine with if you were preparing the most extraordinary feast? What kind of food would you offer to your guests? What words would you hope to share over the meal to create an unforgettable experience for your friends, family or the strangers in our midst? Each question influences family gatherings, community dinners and religious ceremony as we seek to host sacred goodness at table. In our class time we will consider religious rite, notions of hospitality and goodness and mindful, sacred eating. You are invited to come and enjoy!
Wed., Sept. 23, 30 & Oct. 7 10:00 am-Noon
FILLED Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0
non-members - $15
The Silk Road: Italy to Vietman GrSilkRd
Valentin Kefeli
The historic Great Silk Road established economic relations between Europe and Asia, facilitating the exchange of ideas, goods, and crafts. Early merchants traveled from Italy to China and brought back silk, porcelain, paper, tea, powder, crafts and medicinal preparations. During their travels, the merchants encountered various customs, philosophies and religions. This class is based on early travelers’ descriptions of their visits to the countries along the silk road: Italy, Greece, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kirgizia, Mongolia, China and Vietnam. We will discuss the expeditions of famous travelers such as Marco Polo and some of the knowledge, customs and ideas they brought to Europe.
Mon./Wed., Oct. 26, 28, Nov.2, 4, 9, 11, 16 & 18 10:00-11:45 am
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0
non-members - $45
Stone Tools Workshop Stonetools
Edmund Dlutowski
This class will be an introduction to the making and use of stone tools by the prehistoric occupants of Eastern North America. Participants will have a hands-on opportunity to study ancient stone tools and their morphological change through time.
Mon., Oct. 5 1:00 pm-3:30 pm
FILLED Open to ILR members only (free)
Theology of Swedenborg: What Happens When You Die? TheolSwed
Joseph David
This talk is based on Swedenborg's 'Heaven and Hell' about the geography and purpose of the three parts of the spiritual world; what you will find when you go there and the various stages you will go through as you progress to your final destination.
Mon., Oct. 26 11:30 am-1:30 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0
non-members - $10
Travel Reading & Discussion TravlRding
Monica Ondrusko
Enjoy some of the best in the literature of travel. Ride across the country with John Steinbeck in his pick-up truck, Rocinante. Join Eric Weiner on his search for the happiest places in the world. Travel the Silk Road with ColinThubron - seven thousand miles in eight months! We'll read and discuss: Travels With Charley by John Steinbeck in September; The Geography of Bliss by Eric Weiner in October and Shadow of the Silk Road by Collin Thubron in November.
Thurs., Sept. 24, Oct. 22 & Nov.19 1:00 pm-2:30 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Yoga for the Rest of Us Yoga
Barbara Harp
Back by popular demand, this class focuses on gentle stretching designed to increase flexibility for the over-50 crowd. The goal is to manage better the natural stiffness we all experience from time to time, whether from aging, arthritis or injury. The class is taught using chair support for all sitting and standing poses.
Mon., Oct. 5, 12 & 19 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
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