HCC Summer 2015 Adult Lectures & Short Courses

The Renaissance Academy Florida Gulf Coast University 117 Herald Court, Suite 211 Punta Gorda, FL 33950 Register Online: https://RegisterRA.fgcu.edu Website: www.fgcu.edu/hcc Email: nstaub@fgcu.edu Phone (941) 505-0130 Paul C. Thornton, Ed.D Executive Director, Continuing Education and Off Campus Programs

John J. Guerra Director, Continuing Education The Renaissance Academy

Nancy Staub Program Assistant

Douglas Coventry Clerical Assistant

Richard A. Ramos Publicity Assistant

Rose Tison Clerical Assistant

HOW TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES! PAYMENT:

All payments for classes must be made by check, money order, or credit card only. Cash is not accepted at any Renaissance Academy location.

ONLINE:

Use a credit card to safely and securely register online at www.fgcu.edu/hcc or https://RegisterRA.fgcu.edu

BY PHONE:

Use a credit card to register by calling 941-505-0130

IN-PERSON or BY MAIL:

Herald Court Centre - See address above

RA in Collier/Lee Counties:

To receive the Lee/Collier County Renaissance Academy catalog, call 239-425-3272 or visit our website at RegisterRA.fgcu.edu.

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DIRECTIONS From the South:

From the North:

1. Take I-75 N toward Tampa 2. Take the US-17 S exit, Exit 164 toward Punta Gorda, FL 0.4 mi. 3. Turn left onto US-17 S/Duncan Rd. Continue to follow US-17S. 2.3 mi. 4. Turn left onto Taylor Road/ CR-765A. 0.0 mi. 5. Turn left onto Herald Ct. 6. 117 Herald Ct. is on the right. or 1. Take US-41 N toward Tampa 2. Turn left at Herald Ct 3. Destination will be on the left

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. or 1. 2. 3. 4.

I-75S to toward Naples Take exit 164 (Punta Gorda/Arcadia) .23 mi. Turn left on Duncan Rd. (US-17 S) .79 mi. Continue on US-17 S 1.32 mi. Turn Left on Taylor Rd. (CR-765A) 249 ft. Turn Left on Herald Ct 367 ft. Arrive at 117 Herald Ct., Punta Gorda, on the right. Take US-41 S toward Naples Turn left at W Olympia Ave Take the 2nd left onto Taylor St Take the 1st right onto Herald Ct

CONFIRMATION POLICY: Except for Special Programs (course numbers which begin with “SP”) and limited enrollment courses (as specified herein), please consider yourself confirmed for all courses for which you register. You will receive confirmation for all “SP” and limited enrollment courses. Early enrollment is strongly recommended for such courses as they tend to fill quickly. All Renaissance Academy courses are filled on a firstcome, first-served basis. CANCELLATION POLICY: If a class is canceled, you will be notified by phone and issued a full refund within 30 business days. If you wish to withdraw from a class, please notify the Renaissance Academy at 941-505-0130 no later than 5:00 pm three (3) business days prior to the first session of the class in order to receive a refund. Individuals who cancel after the start of the class will not receive a refund. Unless otherwise stated, a fourteen (14) business day notice is required for refunds on all special programs (SP). DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals who require reasonable accommodations due to a disability can contact the Office of Adaptive Services at 239-590-7956, by e-mail at adaptive@fgcu.edu, or via the Florida Relay at 711.

PARKING at Herald Court Centre is FREE and located in the adjacent easily accessible, lighted parking garage.

The views, analyses, findings and opinions expressed by Renaissance Academy instructors are theirs alone and do not necessarily reflect those of the Renaissance Academy or Florida Gulf Coast University. In all of its operations, including admissions, employment, and access to its programs and services, Florida Gulf Coast University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, disability, marital status, disabled veteran status or age.

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Tai Chi: “Meditation in Motion” for Better Health Option #1 Option#2

$45 Series/$7 per class

(Individual) Ongoing Mondays & Wednesdays at 12:00pm – 1:00pm (Series) Ongoing Mondays & Wednesdays at 12:00pm – 1:00pm No Classes will be held in the month of May

The gentle, flowing movements of Tai Chi promote better health, leg strength, and an overall feeling of well-being, according to the Mayo Clinic. The rhythmic movements and controlled breathing of Tai Chi, or “mediation in motion,” requires practitioners to live in the present, thereby reducing stress and producing an inner clam. Tai Chi is low impact, reduces blood pressure, and is especially suitable for older adults. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and shoes. Instructor: Ms. Sharon Fultz.

Success Camp for Writers HC0882

$250 series or $30 per lecture

Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm (10 hours)

Begin your year right by starting your book! If your resolution is to finally put pen to paper, Success Camp for Writers is what you need. This ten-week course will give you all the tools, encouragement, and support you need to get your writing project finished. James Abraham, the editor and publisher of more than 300 books, leads a collegial, insightful series of classes designed to bring out the writer in you. The modular design of this series is such that participants can take the full 10 week series for a fee of $250 or pick and choose the modules most helpful. Any five (5) classes can be taken for a fee of $135. Participants will get an added bonus (at no charge); a personal half hour weekly critiquing of their work in progress. Instructor: Mr. James Abraham

HC0882-001 “Getting Started”

$30

Wednesday, April 1 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm (1 hour) Stuck on starting your novel or memoir? In this session, class participants will exchange information about their goals, listen to an author discuss all aspects of how her book came to be, and hear a lecture about organizing one's writing. Participants are encouraged to bring a writing sample. In addition, participants will sign up for their one-on-one, halfhour sessions that will be held weekly.

HC0882-002 “Setting Goals”

$30

Wednesday, April 8 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm (1 hour) The best writers know how to set goals and work toward them. In this lecture, you will hear how to organize your story or book, how to stay focused, and the importance of sticking to your theme. You'll get an opportunity to read from your work as a way of starting a weekly process of collegial, shared critiquing.

HC0882-003 “Character Development”

$30

Wednesday, April 15 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm (1 hour) Don't just push your characters around; give them jobs with meaning and make them work for your best story. In this lesson you'll learn how to give characters their meaning and body, how to use minor characters to illuminate the whole, and how to construct and maintain a story pyramid.

HC0882-004 “Dialogue”

$30

Wednesday, April 22 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm (1 hour) Make your characters come alive by learning how to write lively, engaging dialogue. You'll learn how to construct effective dialogue and the importance of making dialogue part of the environment.

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HC0882-005 “Romance”

$30

Wednesday, April 29 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm (1 hour) In this informative session, you'll learn "what mama never told you" about love. Sex is one of the most common yet least understood subjects in writing. You’ll learn how to write about sex in a tasteful manner that helps move your story along instead of getting bogged down in all the details.

HC0882-006 “Environment”

$30

Wednesday, May 6 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm (1 hour) Get some sea air, a nosh, and an opportunity to learn how to write about the world around you while sunning yourself on a literary cruise around Charlotte Harbor. In this session, participants will meet on the waterfront to take a trip around Charlotte Harbor. Pot luck is encouraged. Each participant will be asked to record specific aspects of the environment and will hear a lecture on how to incorporate the built and natural environments into their work.

HC0882-007 “Selling One’s Work”

$30

Wednesday, May 13 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm (1 hour) The best incentive for writing is making money from your words. In this session, you'll learn different ways of writing a query letter and assembling a submission package for agents. You'll also learn how to sell and market your work even as it is being written. A guest author will discuss how he/she markets his/her work.

HC0882-008 “Plot & Pacing”

$30

Wednesday, May 20 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm (1 hour) You can't dance unless you get the beat and your writing will not flow unless it has rhythm. The key to any story, as in any song, is a sense of rhythm and flow. Plot and pacing are critical to providing readers with a backbeat, if you will, to drive the story. You will learn how to consciously incorporate these elements into your writing.

HC0882-009 “Conflict”

$30

Wednesday, May 27 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm (1 hour) No one likes to argue, but it makes for great drama. The world turns not on peace and love, but instead on conflict. In this session, you’ll learn how to make your work more interesting by constructing and controlling juxtaposition, contrapuntal elements, appositives, and other factors of discord and tension.

HC0882-010 “Endings”

$30

Wednesday, June 3 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm (1 hour) If you have ever found it hard to end something, then be sure to attend this session. All good things must end, and best things end well. This class will discuss how to bring loose ends together; how to tie the knot in such a way that the reader is left with precisely the impression the writer seeks to convey.

Intro to Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint_____________________ $80 series / $32 each HC0902

Thursdays, April 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 1 at 3:00pm – 5:00pm (12 hours)

HC0902-001 HC0902-002 HC0902-003

Thursdays, April 30, May 7 at 3:00pm – 5:00pm (4 hours) Thursdays, May 14, 21 at 3:00pm – 5:00pm (4 hours) Thursdays, May 28, June 1 at 3:00pm – 5:00pm (4 hours)

Excel Word Powerpoint

MS Office is the standard used by individuals and business for creating your own professional-looking documents, standard forms, spreadsheets, and presentations customized for your life or work. Use MS Word to create letters, diaries, memoirs, business plans, fax covers, and reusable forms. Use Excel to make own customized spreadsheets yourself without costly software tools. Use Excel to monitor and analyze your important data such as a checkbook balance projector, a decision matrix, investments analyzer, sales comparison, and a scheduling manager, plus projecting future trends with chart graphing. Instructor: Mr. James Nelson Register online at http://RegisterRA.fgcu.edu or call 941-505-0130

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Intro to Microsoft Office: Excel ____________________________________ HC0902-001

$32

Thursdays, April 30, May 7 at 3:00pm – 5:00pm (4 hours)

Excel is the standard for spreadsheets and used by individuals and business for managing personal or work life, such as your finances, contact information, dates, or other data. Create and modify your own customized spreadsheets by yourself without costly special software tools and costs. Record, organize, view, compare, monitor, and analyze your important data. See examples of a checkbook balance project ahead to avoid looming overdrafts, a decision matrix, retirement and stock investments analyzers, a sales force comparison tool, and a project scheduling manager. Chart graphing projects future trends from history. Basic formulas and efficiency tips, plus sorting and filtering to view your data in different ways. Instructor: Mr. James Nelson

Digital Camera Basics 101 HC0922

$56

Monday, May 4, 11, 18, June 1 at 9:00am to 11:00am (8 hours)

Do you have a digital camera and not sure where to start? Are you confused by all of the cryptic symbols and dials that are all over the camera? This class is for you. During this class we will go over the different parts of the camera and how they all work together to make the camera work. We will also look at all of the symbols and labels one by one and explain what they are and more importantly, when to use them. This class will alternate between classroom instruction and field instruction so the student gets hands on experience with their camera. Class size is limited to give one-on-one assist. Instructor: Mr. Spencer Pullen

Macintosh Computer Basics HC0924

$56

Monday, May 4, 11, 18, June 1 at 12:00pm to 2:00pm (8 hours)

Learn the basics of using your Mac. This course will teach how to setup preferences, setup email, download apps and install apps, navigate the mac interface, use iMessage, use the finder, setup iTunes and an apple account, and more! Instructor: Mr. Spencer Pullen

Photoshop Elements I HC0921

$56

Monday, May 4, 11, 18, June 1 at 4:00pm to 6:00pm (8 hours)

With the invention of the digital negative had to come a way to "develop" the photos. There are different programs out there; however one of the most popular choices is Photoshop Elements. Photoshop Elements allows the photographer to organize their photos and enhance them to make them look their best. The instructor will show you the tips and techniques that the pros use to get their photos to jump off the page. We will cover the organizer, Camera RAW, layers, masking, adjustment layers, filters and tools. Students will also learn how to get their prints to match their screen. The instructor will provide practice files for the students to use and take home for practice. Students entering the class should have a working knowledge of how to use a computer - PC or Mac. It is recommended that they use a flash drive/memory stick to save their work unless they are using their own computer. Instructor: Mr. Spencer Pullen

Aesop’s Fables in the 21st Century HC0904

$18

Monday, May 4 at 1:00pm to 3:00pm (2 hours)

Aesop told his fables 2,500 years ago. They are part of the fabric of western civilization. Who is not familiar with the phrases, “Don’t count your chickens before they are hatched”, “Necessity is the mother of invention” or “Look before you leap”? The stories of ‘The Fox and the Grapes’, ‘The Tortoise and the Hare’, ‘The Wind and the Sun’, ‘The Boy Who Cried Wolf’, and ‘The Ant and the Grasshopper’ are known throughout the world. In this class we will revisit some of the most famous of Aesop’s fables, giving them a modern twist while retaining the universal truths that have made them timeless. And we will discuss why they are still relevant after all these years. Instructor: Ms. Mary Lou Williams

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Beautiful Bromeliads HC0925

$18

Tuesday May 5 at 10:00am to 12:00pm (2 hours)

There are few plants that surpass bromeliads! Part of the family of monocot flowering plants, the bromeliad has a wide variation on size, shape and foliage color. This plant can be used indoors and out in South Florida. Learn how to grow and use the beautiful bromeliad in your landscape. Instructor: Cate Peterson

May Film Series HC0888

$17 (Series of four films) or $5 each

Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19, 26 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (8 hours)

Participants may register for the entire series (HC0888) or for any of the individual films listed below. Enjoy a mix of drama and comedy. As always, the series includes and introduction to each of the films before the viewing and an opportunity for discussion afterwards. Moderator: Mr. Lee Stein.

HC0888-001 City of God (Portugal 2002)

Tuesday, May 5 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (2 hours) Growing up in a Rio de Janeiro favela, Rocket is able to avoid being drawn into a life of drugs and crime by having a passion for photography. Through his eyes, the dramatic stories of several of the slum's colorful residents unfold. Fernando Meirelles is the director.

HC0888-002 Force Majeure (Sweden 2014)

Tuesday, May 12 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (2 hours) At a ski resort in the Alps, the sudden and terrifying approach of an avalanche opens a deep fissure in the lives of a vacationing Swedish family when the patriarch flees to save himself instead of protecting his wife and children. Ruben Östlund,is the director.

HC0888-003 Paradise Now (Belgium 2005)

Tuesday, May 19 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (2 hours) Hany Abu-Assad's disturbing yet moving tale examines two young Palestinians who are drafted as suicide bombers for an assignment in Tel Aviv. Both commit to their mission but have second thoughts after spending a final night with friends and family.

HC0888-004 Talk to Her (Spain 2002)

Tuesday, May 26 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (2 hours) Pedro Almodóvar's Oscar-winning drama explores the bond forged between two men under tragic circumstances. When a bullfighting accident sends his girlfriend into a coma, Marco visits her in a clinic where he be friends nurse Benigno Shy and a bit strange, Benigno tirelessly tends to another patient, Alicia a comatose ballet dancer and the object of his obsession.

Art Appreciation: What Does it Mean? HC0906

$32

Wednesdays, May 6, 13 at 10:00am – 12:00pm (4 hours)

Concentrating on Representational Art and Abstract Art, the goal of this class is to give the student the tools to understand and appreciate the nuances. What do the marks and images mean? Learn about the artists’ lives and backgrounds to increase understanding of their work. Students will learn to critique work properly and traditionally. Students will explore their artistic ability with a short period of drawing before and after class to discover how we grow through observation and application. Instructor: Mr. Frank Ferrante

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The African Spiritual Traditions of Cuba HC0919

$18

Thursday, May 7 at 10:00am – 12:00pm (2 hours)

Shortly after the Revolution, Fidel Castro described Cubans as “Latin Africans.” On a social level, it can be argued that the Cuban Revolution was a battle over which society Cuba would be, one based on the Spanish social order or one based on a traditional African social order. Within Cuba, African spirituality provides a unifying focus to Cuban culture through playing a central role in storing and transmitting knowledge, creating consensus, forging identity, and forming community. In this course, the five interrelated divisions, or aspects of spirituality, practiced en masse by the Cuban people will be covered: worship, rites of passage, divination, healing and protection. After which, students will be provided an overview of the major Afro-Cuban religions that form the glue that binds Cuban society: Regla de Ocha, la Sociedad Secreta Abakua, Palo Monte, Regla Arara; and communalities held by all of these traditions. Instructor: Mr. Jaha Cummings

Introduction to Computers HC0898

$80

Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4, 11 at 12:00pm – 2:00pm (12 hours)

Learn the fundamentals of how PC's work to help you better understand and compare computers to buy wisely. Topics include: Understanding your PC’s hardware such as Hard Drives, Monitors, Processors, memory devices, Connectors and Cables, Wifi Internet, and Software. Includes an introduction to Windows 8.1, the new standard for most all current PC purchases! Also covers Cloud Services, Differences comparisons to Windows 7, iPads and Android tablets, plus Hints. Tricks, and Tips. In understandable, everyday terms suitable for computer beginners as well as those already having basic experience with PCs and previous versions of Windows. Instructor: Mr. James Nelson

Was Dropping the A-Bomb Necessary? HC0895

$32

Thursdays, May 14, 21 at 10:00am – 12:00pm (4 hours)

Was dropping the atomic bomb necessary and justified to end the war with Japan? We will simulate an investigation into the bombing utilizing film documentaries, current research and various written articles. Class members will critically examine and evaluate several options presented to President Truman and offer their conclusions. Instructor: Mr. Joseph Lanza

Intro to Microsoft Office: Word ____________________________________ HC0902-002

$32

Thursdays, May 14, 21 at 3:00pm – 5:00pm (4 hours)

The standard for professional-looking individuals and business documents and reusable standard forms such as letters, diaries, memoirs, business plans, fax coversheet, and others. Learn how to insert text and photos from the Internet, as well as clip-art cartoons to add sizzle and credibility. Instructor: Mr. James Nelson

Introduction to Windows 8.1 HC0899

$60

Thursdays, May 21, 28, June 4, 11 at 12:00pm – 2:00pm (8 hours)

The basics of the all-new Windows 8.1, an often unfamiliar change to previous versions of Windows. Windows 8.1 is now the only version available on most new PC purchases! Become comfortable with Windows 8.1 in familiar and understandable, everyday terms. Topics include navigating and managing your new Tiles Start Screen, settings for your Internet Wi-Fi, differences with Windows 7, plus useful shortcuts, hints and tips. Suitable for computer beginners as well as those already experienced with previous Windows PCs. Instructor: Mr. James Nelson

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Open House: Adopt a Forever Friend HC0915

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Free

Saturday, May 23, 11:00am -2:00pm (3 hours)

You are invited to adopt a forever friend on Saturday, May 23, 2015.at the Renaissance Academy of Florida Gulf Coast University. Shelter animals from the Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County, a non-profit humane organization committed to animal protection and welfare, will be at FGCU between 11:00am and 2:00pm. The AWL is based in Port Charlotte. Florida. Refreshments will be provided for humans.

Intro to Microsoft Office: PowerPoint ____________________________________ HC0902-003

$32

Thursdays, May 28, June 4 at 3:00pm – 5:00pm (4 hours)

MS PowerPoint is the standard for creating your own professional-looking presentations customized for your life or work. Use it to present business plans, proposals, meeting agendas, menus, recipes, custom photo albums, and class course material without costly printing service artwork. Paste photos, clip-art from the Internet, and Excel Tables and Graphs into your presentation and add animation to keep your audience’s attention. Instructor: Mr. James Nelson

June Film Series HC0889

$17 (Series of four films) or $5 each

Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (8 hours)

Participants may register for the entire series (HC0889) or for any of the individual films listed below. Enjoy a mix of drama and comedy. As always, the series includes and introduction to each of the films before the viewing and an opportunity for discussion afterwards. Moderator: Mr. Lee Stein.

HC0889-001 Tampopo (Japan 1985)

Tuesday, June 2 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (2 hours) A celebration of the role of food in Japanese culture, acclaimed director Juzo Itami's hit satire was dubbed the first "noodle western" for its delightful parody of American Westerns and Japanese samurai films. Tampopo follows a young widow who runs a small noodle restaurant in Tokyo and Goro, a cowboy hat-wearing truck driver, as they attempt to concoct the perfect bowl of ramen.

HC0889-002 Loves of a Blond (Czechoslavakia 1965)

Tuesday, June 9 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (2 hours) Inexperienced young factory worker Andula falls for visiting pianist Milda after they spend one night together in this touching drama. Longing for Milda after he's gone away, Andula decides to track him down in Prague. The film, which garnered international recognition for director Milos Forman and the Czech New Wave movement, received an Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Language Film.

HC0889-003 Delicatessen (France 1991)

Tuesday. June 16 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (2 hours) Gentle clown Louison moves into a tenement with a deli on the ground floor and falls for the butcher's daughter, Julie. But it's soon discovered that her father is really butchering people (à la Sweeney Todd) and selling the meat to tenants. At a crossroads, Julie must decide whether to remain loyal to her father or expose him to save Louison from becoming the next entrée. The directors are Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Marc Caro.

HC0889-004 The Hunt (Denmark 2012)

Tuesday, June 23 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (2 hours) A 2014 Oscar nominee for Best Foreign Language Film, this story centers on Lucas, a beloved teacher who faces unfounded pedophilia accusations from a student -- and the venom of his community. Thomas Vinterberg, director.

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HC0889-005 I Am Love (Italy 2009)

Tuesday, June 30 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (2 hours) Family dissension, unbidden desire and other tensions bubble to the surface during a patriarch's birthday party. When the seemingly picture-perfect Recchi clan gathers to celebrate the man, the veneer of civility quickly falls away.The director is Luca Guadagnino.

Four Controversial Films for Discussion HC0923

$17 (Series of four films) or $5 each

Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25 at 1:00pm to 4:00pm (12 hours)

Participants may register for the entire series (HC0923) or for any of the individual films listed below. Where do you stand on such issues as fossil fuels, meatless meals, socialist policies and nuclear power? Perhaps you’re still educating yourself and would welcome a balanced discussion with others on some of these topics. Perhaps you’re already firm in your stance but – aware that every agenda carries a conscious or unconscious bias – might like a look at some lesser known perspectives. Or maybe you simply enjoy lively, respectful exchanges with others about controversial films. If any or all of this describes you, join us for three documentaries (Pandora’s Promise, Cowspiracy, and Fidel) and one feature film Matt Damon’s Promised Land) with discussion to follow. Instructor: Dr. Sharon Whitehill

HC0923-001 Pandora’s Promise (2013)

Thursday, June 4 at 1:00pm – 4:00pm (3 hours) Former antinuclear activists and groundbreaking scientists speak out in favor of the much-maligned energy source in this provocative documentary directed by Robert Stone.

HC0923-002 Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret (2014)

Thursday, June 11 at 1:00pm – 4:00pm (3 hours) The World's largest environmental organizations are failing to address the single most destructive force facing the planet today. Follow the shocking, yet humorous, journey of an aspiring environmentalist, as he daringly seeks to find the real solution to the most pressing environmental issues and true path to sustainability. The directors are Keegan Kuhn and Kip Andersen.

HC0923-003 Fidel (2002)

Thursday, June 18 at 1:00pm – 4:00pm (3 hours) This documentary by director Estela Bravo takes a look at the political and social impact the immensely powerful Cuban dictator Fidel Castro has had on the world during the 40-plus years he's been in power. Through interviews with politicians (Nelson Mandela, Arthur Schlesinger), friends (Gabriel Garcia Marquez), and other cultural experts (Alice Walker), Fidel's personality and work are explored and discussed.

HC0923-004 Promised Land (2012)

Thursday, June 25 at 1:00pm – 4:00pm (3 hours) Taking advantage of hard economic times, two salespeople for a natural gas company come to a small town to buy drilling rights from the residents. To their surprise, a local schoolteacher mobilizes a campaign aimed at blocking the company's plans. The director is Gus Van Sant.

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Android Phone for Beginners_____________________________________________ HC0912

$35

Tuesdays, June 9, 16 at 4:30pm – 6:30pm (4 hours)

Eager to learn the ins and outs of your exciting, new Android phone? This course covers the basics of all the features of Android phones without weighing you down with technical jargon. Learn everything from getting started to making the most of your phone's potential with texting, e-mailing, accessing the Internet and social networking sites, using the camera, downloading apps, and more. Your Android phone is amazing, and maybe a bit intimidating. You will learn how it works; including how to make calls, browse the web, check e-mail, update Facebook, shoot video, and more. Learn to: 1. Set up your phone and explore amazing Android features. 2. E-mail, text, share photos, and enjoy movies, games, and music. 3. Load your Android phone with the latest apps from the Android Market. Instructor: Mr. Jeff Payne

Basic Polymer Clay Creations_____________________________________________ HC0910

$65

Wednesdays, June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (10 hours)

Join us in a fun summer project. Learn to how make beautiful and unique bead designs. In this five week course you will learn which types of clay work best to make funky and colorful necklaces, pendants and bracelets to wear when you go out to dinner or to wear on the beach. If you have a pasta machine at home that you no longer use, you may bring it to class to reduce air bubbles in the clay. The basic supplies can be purchased for $25, payable to the instructor. Instructor: Mrs. Estellita RainwaterAugust.

iPad for Beginners_________________________________________________________________$30 HC0891

Thursday, June 11 at 10:00am – 12:00pm (2 hours)

Whether you own an iPad or are considering purchasing one, join us as we introduce you to the magic of Apple's iPad. For many, this is the only technology you need! This lecture-style demonstration will teach you the basics of iPad; from settings, organizing and multitasking, to surfing the web, checking email, watching movies, listening to music, reading books, and more. Learn how to create an Apple ID and discover the thousands of apps available from the App Store. This is not a class for Android tablet users. Instructor: Mr. John Guerra

iPhone for Beginners____________________ ___ HC0890

$30

Thursday, June 11 at 1:00pm – 3:00pm (2 hours)

The Apple iPhone created and has since defined the category of smartphones. It's a remarkable piece of technology that provides access to phone and voicemail, email, the web, photos, calendars, texting, maps, games, and so much more. Whether you own an iPhone or are considering purchasing one, join us as we explore this incredible device. This lecture-style demonstration will teach you the basics of the iPhone: apps, settings, organizing, telephone, voicemail, texting, music, books, email and more. This is not a class for Android cell phone users. Instructor: Mr. John Guerra

The New Age of Internet TV & Movies HC0903

$45

Thursdays, June 11, 18, 25 at 3:00pm – 5:00pm (6 hours)

Confused by all the recent articles and advertising claims for Internet TV, Streaming Movies, and other new Internet Services for your smartphone, Laptop PC , or TV? Presented in everyday words, this course helps you understand and sort through the many options to enjoy Streaming Internet Movies and Television, such as Netflix, Hulu, Apria, Roku, Apple, Amazon, Comcast and Brighthouse. We will start with how to show your photos stored on your PC on your standard TV screen. We will then explain how to connect many Internet Video devices together, such as Slingbox , Internet TV sets, DVRs, etc. Next we compare and evaluate WiFi, Cable, Fiber (FiOS), DSL, Cellular, VOIP and Cloud Services and also avoid potentially hazardous unexpected loss of 911 emergency calls in a storm. Finally, we will compare the cost of Internet TV and Movies with traditional Cable services to evaluate potential cost savings. Instructor: Mr. James Nelson

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Garden Design 201: Create Your Custom Landscape or Patio Design HC0917

$25

Saturday, June 13 at 9:30am – 12:30pm (3 hours)

Back by Popular Demand – another Garden/Landscape Design class! After a brief review of Garden Design basics, create a rough/schematic design of your space with the size relationships of trees and plants. Then work details such as colors, textures, maintenance. PREREQUISITE: You must bring to class 2 copies of a detailed landscape site plan drawing in ¼ inch or 1/8 inch scale, drawn on graph paper. A detailed set of instructions will be sent to you upon registration, unless you have them from Garden Design 101. The drawing must be to the same scale throughout. Florida Friendly plants and trees for our growing zone 10 will be emphasized. Instructor: Ms. Sharon Breay

Hidden Secrets of your Digital Devices HC0900

$25

Thursdays, June 18 at 12:00pm – 2:00pm (2 hours)

Learn lesser-known Hints, Tips and Tricks for new ways to get the most from your iPad, iPhone, Android Tablet, or SmartPhone. Topics include shortcuts, sharing photos and web pages, Home Screen webpage shortcuts, ScreenShot Capture, plus useful and fun apps and basic Internet security. Prerequisite is basic experience with your device, including using email and Internet browsing. Instructor: Mr. James Nelson

Fairy Sprites: Make Your Own HC0911

$105

Saturday, June 20 at 9:30am – 3:30pm (5 hours)

A special Mother-Daughter or Gal Pal summer event is coming to FGCU – Fairy Sprites! Together you will create your own 10” fairy sprite during this day of fun. Bring your imagination and basic hand sewing skills to class and leave with a unique creation. All pieces are already sewn so no sewing machines are necessary! You'll learn how to turn all pieces, stuff them, and needle sculpt the face before coloring it with colored pencils, chalks and fine line markers. The kit includes the 5-page Garden Sprite pattern, fabric doll parts, colored pens and pencils, precut armature wire for arms and legs, mohair doll hair, thread, a long needle, and other necessary materials. Kits will be available in our lobby by Tuesday, March 31, if you want to take a sneak preview. We ask that you bring a small pair of sharp scissors, a regular sewing needle and thread. To accessorize your sprite, bring yarn, ribbons, beads, and hair scrunchies. Scrunchies make the cutest skirts a sprint could have. A bag lunch will be provided. Please check on menu choices by calling (941) 505-0130. The course fee includes the Fairy Sprite kit and lunch. Instructor: Ms. Anne Schroeder

Marvelous Apps for Digital Devices HC0901

$25

Thursdays, June 25 at 12:00pm – 2:00pm (2 hours)

See a variety of lesser-known, free or low-cost apps for traffic, weather, lightning maps, shopping, travel, and many other apps that get the most from your iPad, iPhone, Android Tablet, or Smart Phone. Also learn about other students favorite apps. Prerequisites are basic experience using your device, plus having your own store email ID and password. Instructor: Mr. James Nelson

Florida’s Environment: History, Ecology, Management, Economics and the Future HC0914

$40

Wednesday, July 8, 15, 22 at 10:00am – 11:30am (4.5 hours)

The course will begin with a review of how Florida developed geologically and how fluctuating sea levels and movement of freshwater established the unique environment of Florida today. Then a summary of the State’s Eco structure will be presented along with a delineation and description of the major watersheds. Following this summary, the history of human impact will be presented, beginning with the first native peoples, the loss of the indigenous tribes, the intervention of the Creeks and other tribes, the development of the “Seminole” tribe, and the influence of European intervention and American Expansionism. A review will be presented of existing environmental issues including impacts upon the Floridan Aquifer and freshwater supplies; the nature of drainage projects and Agriculture; and the influence of a highly consumptive, expanding population. Finally various programs, regulations, and laws targeting environmental protection will be identified, as well as possible restorative efforts and the economic implications of sustainable environmental management. Instructor: Mr. Allen Stewart Register online at http://RegisterRA.fgcu.edu or call 941-505-0130

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iPad/iPhone Apps: Using the Email, Calendar and Safari______________ ___ HC0892

$25

Thursday, July 9 at 10:00am – 11:30am (1.5 hours)

Learn the ins and outs of your Email, Calendar and Safari applications on your iPad or iPhone. Learn how to add new contacts, work with attachments, organize email into folders, and much more. For the Calendar app, you will learn how to keep your entire schedule on your iOS device, reschedule items easily, and set reminders so you never miss an appointment. Learn how to surf the net on your Safari app, read articles, save photos, add bookmarks, and more. This is not a class for Android tablet users and assumes you are familiar with using an iPad/iPhone. Instructor: Mr. John Guerra

iPad Apps: Photos_________________________________ HC0893

$25

Thursday, July 9 at 1:30pm – 3:00pm (1.5 hours)

This is not a class for Android tablet users. Learn how to get photos from your digital camera onto your iPad. Then learn how to edit, organize, manage, email and share them. Turn your iPad into your digital photo library and your most important photographic memories. Instructor: Mr. John Guerra

Android Tablets for Beginners____________________________________________ HC0913

$35

Tuesdays, July 14, 21 at 4:30pm – 6:30pm (4 hours)

Android tablets are easy-to-use devices that can be used for many purposes such as: email, games, watching videos, reading books or playing music. Expand your device storage, arrange your contacts and apps, connect to WiFi, learn to navigate the touchscreen, and customize your home page. We will cover the various connections on your tablet, and the difference between your android tablet and a computer. Enrollment is limited to 10 students. Learn to: 1.Navigate the touchscreen, surf the web, and manage e-mail 2.Read e-books, play games, music, and watch videos 3.Update your social media and use the built-in camera. Instructor: Mr. Jeff Payne

Jerusalem: 3,000 Years of Holiness HC0907

$42

Wednesday, July 15 at 10:00am – 3:30pm (5.5 hours)

“Ten measures of beauty were descended upon the world by God; Jerusalem received nine of them. Yet ten measures of sorrow were visited upon the world by God as well: Jerusalem received nine of them…….” according to the Babylonian Talmud. Jerusalem began as the City of Ophel of the Jebusites, was occupied by Rome, invaded by crusaders, and today is the capital of Israel. The Jerusalem of antiquity was home to the ancient Israelites who worshiped at Solomon's Temple. Explore the city's long religious legacies, from its historical roots to today's modern Hekal Shlomo Synagogue. Learn about the setting of the city during the time of Jesus. See how Christian traditions developed in Jerusalem, changed over the centuries, and are observed today During the 7th century CE, the Caliph Omar ruled Jerusalem, protecting the holy site where it is written that the Prophet Muhammad rose to heaven, came face to face with God, received the teachings of Islam, and brought them home. The Dome of the Rock and the Al-Aqsa Mosque mark that spot today, and Arabs still refer to Jerusalem as Al Kuds, or "the Holy”. A catered lunch is included. Instructor: Dr. Steven Derfler

Demystifying Hamlet HC0908

$50

Thursdays,, July 16, 23, 30, August 6 at 10:00am to 12:00pm (8)

Do you respond to stories featuring sex, jealousy, passion, high romance, mystery, double-dealing, disguises (including crossdressing), murder, mayhem, and everything else but the kitchen sink? This class aims to sweep whatever off-putting ideas you may have about Shakespeare, and focus on his deep knowledge of the human heart. Look back with us at how the people of his own day perceived and made sense of the world. Today we dress and speak differently, we perceive our realities differently, and yet we’re the same as they in our loves, our griefs, our needs and our dilemmas. Shakespeare knows you, he knows me, and he shares that knowledge in the remarkable language that’s made him famous for 500 years. So whether you've loved and admired, or hated and feared, or never experienced his work, this introductory class is for you. Instructor: Dr. Sharon Whitehill

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TRAVEL ABROAD with the RENAISSANCE ACADEMY Since 2002, the Renaissance Academy has sponsored more than 21 high-end, intimately sized, conciergestyle excursions abroad. Through unique, custom itineraries, participants have the opportunity to learn outside the classroom, to visit historic and cultural sites with outstanding local guides, to experience another culture - its customs, cuisine, language and history - and to delight in conversation and laughter with fellow travelers who share a love of learning and a sense of adventure. Our excursions generally include round-trip airfare; accommodations in four/five star hotels; most meals and gratuities; private English-speaking guides; deluxe motor coach transportation; and all entrance fees. Register online at registerRA.fgcu.edu to receive complete itineraries, cost information and registration forms or call 239 425-3272. Reserve early!

Enchanting Ireland: A Tour of the Emerald Isle

From $4,560 per person (Land & Air)

SP5626 – May 3 – 15, 2015 – 13 days From Dublin to Galway, Killarney to Kilkenny, this full yet well-paced tour showcases Ireland’s many charms—both old and new. Outstanding accommodations available only to small groups, ours is limited to only 24 guests, enhance the magical Irish experience. Begin your 13-day trip in Dublin and tour the beautiful Irish capital, including visits to Trinity College and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Embark on an excursion to Inismor, the largest of the dramatic Aran Islands. Take in the magnificent scenery across both Galway and Kerry counties including the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, and Connemara. Stop at Kylemore Abbey, Ireland’s most photographed castle. Enjoy dinner with local Irish families. Travel by boat to Muckross House, with the Kerry Folklife Centre showcasing the art and craft of bookbinding, pottery, and weaving. Experience one of Ireland’s most popular attractions, the stunning mountain and coastal scenery of the Ring of Kerry. Along the way, stop for an Irish sheepdog demonstration. Dine at Kate Kearney’s Cottage, a 150-year-old family-run establishment at the entrance to the Gap of Dunloe. Visit the small town of Blarney and see the both the ruins of the 15th century castle and the Rock of Cashel. Conclude your journey in Kilkenny with a tour of the castle, considered one of the most beautiful in the country and a visit to the National Stud Farm on the way back to Dublin. An optional post-tour extension to Northern Ireland for 4 days/3 nights is also available. Savor the dramatic beauty of the Antrium Coast, one of the most scenic in all of Ireland and the British Isles, and encounter the lively capital city of Belfast on this optional extension.

Discovering Eastern Europe

From $5,295 per person (Land & Air)

SP5627 – July 28 – August 13, 2015 – 19 days Whether you’re seeking to recapture your ancestral heritage or simply to discover a beautiful and poignant part of the world, this small group tour, limited to 24 guests, offers ample opportunity for enrichment, enlightenment, and enjoyment. Both leisurely and comprehensive, it provides a generous overview of five distinctly different nations—Poland, Hungary, Austria, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic. Begin your 17-day tour in Poland’s capital, Warsaw, where sightseeing includes the faithfully rebuilt Old Town and guided visits to the Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camps. Travel to Krakow and tour the Wieliczka Salt Mines, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore Budapest with comprehensive touring and time on your own to discover the “Paris of the East.” View the scenic Danube Bend. In Vienna, attend a classical music performance and enjoy sightseeing including an inside visit to majestic Schönbrunn Palace. Continue to old-world Bratislava and dine at the restaurant of a local family. Travel to the Czech Republic and enjoy a tour of elegant Prague, including Old Town Square, Prague Castle, and Charles Bridge. Extend your stay in this alluring Czech capital on an optional 3-day/2-night post-tour “On Your Own” extension.

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Exploring Iceland

From $4,298 per person (Land & Air)

SP5628 – September 5 – 15, 2015 – 11 days Discover the astonishing natural history and rich cultural heritage of vast, unspoiled Iceland—a land perfect for exploring in a small group, limited to only 24 guests, as we discover traveling the breadth of the country viewing it’s stunning and unique natural scenery and staying in well-located, atmospheric small hotels. We start our 11-day tour in Borgarnes and visit the Reyholt Cultural Centre. Tour the beautiful Snaefellsnes Peninsula with its small fishing villages, bizarre rock formations, and nesting cliff birds. Enjoy three nights in the region’s charming capital, Akureyri, situated at the base of a fjord and ringed by snow-capped mountains. Travel to one of the world’s natural wonders, Lake Myvatn and its environs of bubbling mud flats, lava fields, and lunar-like volcanic craters and stop at Godafoss, the “waterfall of the gods.” Visit the incredible “Glacial River Canyon” National Park and walk to jaw-dropping Dettifoss, Iceland’s “Niagara.” Embark on a bird-watching cruise to Puffin Island where, depending on the season, we may see thousands of seabirds: puffins, black guillemots, fulmars, and Arctic terns. Visit Thingvellier National Park, known both for its historic import and as the place where the fissure between the geological plates of North American and Europe is most evident. Spend two nights in Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik. Embark on a city tour and enjoy time on your own in this sophisticated city.

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Instructor Biographies James Abraham is an award-winning former journalist and is the founder of the Book-Broker Publishers of Florida. Estellita Rainwater-August is a jewelry designer, specializing in wire-wrapped jewelry. Martha Bireda, Ph.D. shares her experiences as part of a group of North American educators who has made five trips to Cuba. Sharon Breay is an awarded and nationally certified senior design consultant with a degree from University of Michigan. Jaha Cummings is a Yoruba High Priest in the Cuban/Lukumi System and a Bokor in Ewe Vodou. Steven Derfler, Ph.D. was a Professor of Art History and Archaeology at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Frank Ferrante is an artist, fisherman, and cosmic adventurer. Sharon Fultz is a Tai Chi practitioner and has been an instructor since 1995. John Guerra, a graduate of Columbia University and former Wall Street merchant banker, is the FGCU Director of Continuing Education. Joseph Lanza is a retired U.S. History and AP Economics teacher of 38 years who enjoys exploring historical mysteries/dilemmas and economic topics. James Nelson is a degreed Georgia Institute of Technology Electrical Engineer. James Norton is the Director of the Bayfront Wellness Center in Punta Gorda, FL. Jeff Payne works for the City of Punta Gorda in Information Technology Cate Petersen is Florida Master Gardener and a member of the Caloosahatchee Bromeliad Society. Spencer Pullen owns Premiere Graphics in Port Charlotte. Spencer shoots pictures of everything from food for dining reviews for local magazines to portraits. Anne Schroeder is a figural sculptor and art doll artist specializing in fairies, angels & other whimsical creatures. Lee Stein learned the love of film from growing up in a family that owned a theater. Allen Stewart is a retired Registered Professional Engineer, trained in both engineering and biological sciences. Sharon Whitehill, Ph.D. earned her doctoral degree in Victorian literature before spending more than 30 years as a professor of English. Mary Lou Williams, M.A., is a professional storyteller, and writer, and is a retired educator.

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