Adult Enrichment

Instructor Staci Joers has an Associate’s Degree from MATC in Restaurant and Hotel Cooking. She has had the privilege of working with many great chefs. Staci will demonstrate how to prepare these recipes and you will observe and sample. Please note, this is not a hands-on cooking series. Staci Joers

cooking classes are held at the Recreation Center.

October 12th is National Gumbo Day and New Orleans is one of Staci’s favorite places in the whole wide world! So we are going to celebrate the vibrant food and culture of this historic city and of course sample some Gumbo! Staci will also make another NOLA classic, BBQ’d shrimp, a beloved local dish! Despite the name, it is not actually barbecued and does not have barbecue sauce. The tasting menu for tonight includes: NOLA BBQ’d Shrimp, Chicken & Sausage Gumbo, Pralines and Bananas Foster.

Gonzo for Gumbo

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306000.01 T 9/14 6:30-8:30pm $28/$42

Fall Feast of Flavors

Why cook every day? Save yourself time by cooking recipes that have the same base but can be spread out amongst a few different meals. Staci will share a base of roasted vegetables and another one for a basic garlic cream sauce that can be used for a multitude of different meals. The menu for the night will showcase the same ingredients but in a different way in each tasting, which is; Sausage and Fennel Flatbread with Garlic Cream, Red Onions and Balsamic Glaze, Vegetable Lasagna with Garlic Cream and Marinara and Pasta Alfredo with Roasted Vegetables.

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306000.02 T 10/5 6:30-8:30pm $28/$42 Looking to host a dinner party? This spectacular menu that features a Cooper’s Hawk-style favorite will leave your guests wanting more. Sticky Asian Chicken Thighs, Cooper’s Hawk-style Brussels Sprouts with Thai Chile and Mint Sauces and Homemade Banana Parfaits with Graham Crackers will be the tasting menu for the night.

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306000.03 T 11/9 6:30-8:30pm $28/$42

Grandma’s Christmas Eve

Every year Staci’s grandma would make French Meat Pie for Christmas Eve. Staci is going to recreate her favorite with a twist and create a menu inspired by her grandma. The menu includes French Meat Pie with Chipotle Ketchup, Easy Pickled Beets and Grandma’s Date Bars.

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306000.04 T 12/7 6:30-8:30pm $28/$42

Joyce Eesley - Recreation Center Have you ever wanted to try watercolor painting but didn’t know where to begin? Explore the beauty of this incredible medium. You will develop skills starting with basic color mixing, learn about color theory and the art elements. This class will include demonstrations and individual guidance. A supplies list will be emailed prior to the first class.

Code Day Date Time RES/NR 306601.01 M 9/13-10/18 1-3:30pm $55/$83

Watercolor Advanced Workshop

Joyce Eesley - Recreation Center Experience watercolor through a variety of materials, techniques and demonstrations that you can apply to your very own paintings. A supplies list will be emailed prior to the first class.

Code Day Date Time RES/NR 306601.02 M 10/25-11/29 1-3:30pm $55/$83

Drawing

Joyce Eesley - Recreation Center Take a moment to enjoy the beauty around you. Learn the step-by-step drawing projects that will inspire you to continue to draw at home. There is nothing more powerful than a sketchbook and pencil.

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306620.01 F 9/17-10/22 1-3:30pm $55/$83 Alfa Flower & Wedding Shop, 7001 W. North Ave. Floral design may look easy, but it’s a skill that comes with a lot of practice and a little know-how. Learn how to make floral designs using many different types of flowers and greenery. Have fun learning to design a flower arrangement and then show it off at home. Create an arrangement choosing from a variety of containers, flowers, greens and other accessories. Additional embellishments are available at an added cost to be paid at the time of the class.

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306810.01 TH 11/18 5:30-7pm $63/$95

NEW Wisteria Flower Mobile Workshop

Stacy Madson - Recreation Center While this beautiful mobile may look too challenging to make yourself, you’ll be amazed how easily it will come together. With Stacy at your side providing step-by-step instruction, you’ll finish with a decoration that’ll amaze friends and family as they exclaim, “Wow! You made that?!” This hard to find and popular item sells for $80-$90 online but now you can make your own for yourself or as a gift. Hurry to sign up for this exciting new workshop!

Code Day Date Time RES/NR 306502.01 SAT 10/2-10/9 2-5pm $60/$90

NEW Household Plant Detectives Stacy Madson - Recreation Center What does bright, indirect light mean? What plants will be easiest for me to grow in my home? Should I use fertilizer? In this class, we’ll explore these questions together and use our detective skills to reveal our plant’s needs. So much of household plant care can seem complex and elusive, but if we learn how to be observant, oftentimes the mysteries are very simple. If you have a struggling plant, bring it with you and we can tend to it together. Also, leave with some plant cuttings to start the beautiful greenery that can brighten any space in your home.

Code Day Date Time RES/NR 306007.01 SAT 10/16 2-4pm $28/$42

ADULT ENRICHMENT

ADULT ENRICHMENT

NEW IN PERSON VIRTUAL

The Importance of a Personal Mission Statement

DeAnna Radaj - Recreation Center or Zoom

Mission statements aren’t just for big corporations anymore! Everyone should have a personal statement that describes their life purpose to move forward and help with goal setting and sticking to them. All small businesses need a mission statement to help with marketing their company and why they are different from the rest. We will discuss how to write one and how to use it in marketing your company and ourselves.

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306506.01 W 10/20 6-7:30pm $32/$48

NEW IN PERSON VIRTUAL

Feng Shui for the Office

DeAnna Radaj - Recreation Center or Zoom

Feel scattered and overwhelmed at work? Are your piles taking over all your vertical space? In our “new normal” are you now working from home? Learn basic feng shui principles and how to apply them to your desk, office or cubicle. Use color, space planning and accessories to improve your energy and personal outlook to your career, clients and co-workers.

Code Day Date Time RES/NR 306506.02 W 10/27 6-7:30pm $32/$48

NEW IN PERSON VIRTUAL

DeAnna Radaj - Recreation Center or Zoom

Learn how to attract, keep or re-energize your relationship area in this fun and interactive class. Learn how to use color, space planning and proper accessorizing to create the perfect ambience for that special night or for a more permanent change to your room to bring more romance into your everyday life.

Code Day Date Time RES/NR 306506.03 W 11/3 6-7:30pm $32/$48

NEW IN PERSON VIRTUAL

Business Etiquette: It’s More Than Using the Correct Fork

DeAnna Radaj - Recreation Center or Zoom

In our ever-changing world of technology, our social skills have declined as we become more and more dependent on our techno-gadgets (laptops, iPads, etc.). Learn how to properly greet someone or the art of the handshake, proper topics of conversation in a business setting, proper phone and email etiquette and table manners at a business dinner. Bring a personal touch back to your business and impress your boss, your clients and future clients.

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306506.04 W 11/10 6-7:30pm $32/$48

NEW Fun With Shakespeare Lorali Madson - Recreation Center Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo? And, to be, or not to be: those are the questions we will be covering in this fun-filled introduction to classical theater. Whether Shakespeare is new to you or you are a lover of his work already, come and join us to grow your skills and knowledge of The Bard! Did you know that he invented 422 words we use today, including ‘bedroom’? We will cover things like the history of the Globe Theater to poetry conventions and end prepared to take the next few steps to a completed classical monologue.

Code Day Date Time RES/NR 306606.01 M, W, F 10/18-10/22 6-7:30pm $30/$45

Salsa and Bachata Dance

Jason Jordan - Recreation Center Find the rhythm and timing of the music! Introductory techniques, footwork and dance positions of salsa and bachata will be taught. Enjoy the fun and easy dance patterns that include single right/left turns, cross body leads, back breaks and turns. Partners are not required. No class 10/6, 11/24, 12/1.

Code Day Date Time RES/NR 306910.01 W 9/1-10/13 6:30-7:30pm $49/$74 306910.02 W 10/27-12/15 6:30-7:30pm $49/$74

NEW Improv Antics! Stacy and Lorali Madson - Recreation Center After a long year of seriousness, come and remember how to laugh again! For total beginners to the experienced, this improv (short for “improvisational”) class has no scripts and few rules. Similar to “Comedysportz” and “Whose Line Is It Anyway?,” we’ll play games like “Mirror, Mirror,” “Dr. Know-It-All” and more. Improv has life-long benefits such as improving listening, concentration and self-confidence. Why let kids have all the fun? Try something new and let’s laugh together!

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306121.01 SAT 11/6-11/20 2-4pm $50/$75

Essential Oils

Ann Marr - Recreation Center If you are looking for some great natural solutions to your health, come join us for an evening of essential oil exploration. Learn how essential oils can help your health through your journey of life from the beginning to your later years. The class includes a roller of essential oils to take home with you. Who’s ready to ditch the over-the-counter drugs and find bliss with essential oils?

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306004.01 M 10/4 6:30-8pm $20/$30

IN PERSON Private Music Lessons

VIRTUAL Bob Halat - Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate or Zoom Individual lessons are designed to help you achieve your musical needs and ambitions. Lesson times range between 3:15-6:45pm, each lesson consisting of 30 minutes. If you are a first-time musician, trying to get back in tune or are looking to further your musical ability, this is a great opportunity for you. Lessons are for all band instruments, guitar and piano. Bob will contact you prior to your first session to schedule a time. No lessons 9/27, 10/29,

11/26.

Code Day Date Time RES/NR 317100.01 M 9/13-10/25 3:15-6:45pm $100/$150 317100.02 M 11/8-12/13 3:15-6:45pm $100/$150 317100.03 T 9/7-10/12 3:15-6:45pm $100/$150 317100.04 T 10/19-11/23 3:15-6:45pm $100/$150 317100.05 W 9/1-10/6 3:15-6:45pm $100/$150 317100.06 W 10/13-11/17 3:15-6:45pm $100/$150 317100.07 TH 9/2-10/7 3:15-6:45pm $100/$150 317100.08 TH 10/14-11/18 3:15-6:45pm $100/$150 317100.09 F 9/3-10/8 3:15-5:45pm $100/$150 317100.10 F 10/15-12/3 3:15-5:45pm $100/$150

ADULT ENRICHMENT