Classes for Skills and Fun
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Learn To Knit! Become a knitter in just ONE class! Learn how to cast on, knit, and bind off. Yarn and needles will be supplied for your use during class. At the end of this class, you will be able to knit a scarf!  Instructor: Shelle Hendrix Date: Friday, October 1, 2010 Time: 10 am to 11:30 am. Cost: $20 Computer Fundamentals Topics covered will include: basic computer hardware and software concepts, using Microsoft Windows XP, plus exploring and using the  Internet.Instructor: Ron Shields Dates: Thursdays, October 7, 14, and 21 Time: 9:30 am to 11:30 am Cost: $20 Learn To Crochet! Learn how to chain, single crochet, and double crochet so you can make beautiful blankets and wonderful wearables. Crochet is the French word for "hook", and after these two sessions, we hope you will be hooked for life! Yarn and crochet hooks will be supplied for your use during the class, or you may bring your own light colored 4-ply yarn and size H, I, or J crochet hook. Hooks will also be available for purchase at $2. Instructor: Shelle Hendrix Dates: Fridays, October 8 and 15, 2010  Time: 10 am to 11:30 am Cost: $35 Exploring Genealogy Software Have you been bitten by the genealogy "bug", but you're confused by all the the genealogy software available? Your instructor will lead you in an examination of the freeware, shareware, and purchased software available, plus Internet-based options and portable/USB opportunities. How to find and compare software options Instructor: Ron Shields Date: Thursday, October 14 Time: 6 pm to 8 pm Cost: $15 Starting Your Family Tree Using "Simple Family Tree" Freeware Making a family tree does not have to cost a thing! Explore this freeware and begin your family tree today! Instructor: Ron Shields Date: Thursday, October 21  Time: 6 pm to 8 pm Cost: $15 Learn Hairpin Lace  Crochet!Learn a beautiful and easy crochet technique that was popular in Victorian times. Because hairpin lace is so quick to learn and do, and yields such gorgeous results with modern yarns, it is the ultimate stitch craft for the modern crocheter who wants fast results. If you already have a Susan Bates Hairpin Loom, please bring it or purchase one for $3.50. You may also bring your H,I, or J crochet hook or purchase one for $2. These supplies are being offered at cost. Instructor: Shelle Hendrix Dates: Fridays, October 22 and 29, 2010 Time: 10 am to 11:30 am Cost: $35 | Microsoft Word For Beginners  When Your Genealogy Research Hits A Brick WallInto the life of every person who does genealogy eventually comes the dreaded brick wall. You have a promising name, but absolutely nothing else. This class will give you some tips and techniques for getting over, around, (or right through!) that brick wall. Instructor: Susan Huston Date: Thursday, October 28 Time: 6 pm to 8 pm Cost: $15 Using The Internet for Genealogy Research The Internet has opened thousands of doors for genealogy researchers. But it can be a vast, confusing place, filled with untrue "facts" and misleading information. Learn some methods and strategies for using the internet more effectively in this one-session class. Instructor: Susan Huston Date: Thursday, November 4 Time: 6 pm to 8 pm Cost: $15 Microsoft Excel For Beginners Can College Be For Me? * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Please note that advance registration for these classes is required. Call the Rush County Learning Center at 932-7191 for more information and to register. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
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