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    EMERITUS CLASS SCHEDULE Fall 2010

    IT ALL BEGINS HERE.

    972-238-6972 www.richlandcollege.edu/emeritus

    The Joy of Learning after 50

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    Get a Jump on Spring 2011at our December 7, 2010 Kickoff

    8:30-11 a.m. Fannin Performance Hall

    Pearl Harbor Plus 59 Days:How Do You Teach about"The War" to Today's Youth?

    Dr. Arnold Paddock,

    RichlandPhysics Professor

    Arnie teaches Physics to Richland students of all ages. Arniewas born on February 4, 1942. How does a war baby pres-ent The War that we grew up with to a generation that doesnot realize how all-consuming WWII was? We will bring backmemories and share them together, plus we will discoversome aspects of The War you may have never known. Youwill be able to enjoy coffee and mufns without bringing any

    of your Ration Coupons.

    FREE coffee and mufns!Receive your Spring 2011 Emeritus booklet.

    R.S.V.P. by December 3Call 972-238-6972

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    Welcome To OurFall 2010 Program Schedule

    Our mission is to provide affordable quality learning activities and volun-teer opportunities that enable individuals 50 and over to stay intellectu-

    ally challenged and enriched, physically t and socially connected.TABLE OF CONTENTS

    Registration, Payment and General Information Emeritus & Boomer Staff Contact Information .................................... 1 Emeritus Program Leadership .............................................................2 Credit and Non-Credit Courses...........................................................3

    Art and Photography ........................................................................... 4 Bridge ..................................................................................................5

    Computer Instruction & Booklist ....................................................6-12 Cooking ............................................................................................. 13 Enrichment Series ........................................................................14-16 Financial Issues ................................................................................. 17 Genealogy ......................................................................................... 18 History ............................................................................................... 19 Horticulture ...................................................................................19-20 Humanities, Philosophy, Religion ................................................20-23

    Languages ........................................................................................24 Music ................................................................................................. 24 Physical Fitness, Health and Wellness .........................................24-28 Technology ........................................................................................28Special Events Spring 2011 Back-to-School Kickoff........................Inside Front Cover

    Special Events ...................................................................................30 Trips ...................................................................................................29

    Volunteer Opportunities at Richland .............................................30-32Free Retirement Community LecturesPresbyterian Village North, Dallas ................................................33-34

    Chambrel at Club Hill, Garland .....................................................35-36The Forum at Park Lane, Dallas....................................................37-38

    Christian Care Centers, Mesquite ............................................... 39-40 Windsor Senior Living, Dallas......................................................41-42Boomer Program (Plus 50) Boomer News E-Letter ......................................................................44 Boomer Classes ...........................................................................45-47Other Important Information Dropping Credit Classes ................................................................... 11 Emeri Newsletter (electronic) ...............................................................1 Parking and Walking Directions ........................................................48 Emeritus & Boomer Non-Credit Class List ...................................49-51 Richland Campus Map ......................................................................52

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    Emeritus Staff Contact Information

    Visit our Emeritus Website atwww.richlandcollege.edu/emeritus

    Ofce hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Ofce: Crockett Hall, Room C120

    Director, Emeritus Program Mitzi Werther 972-238-6393Outreach Coordinator Teresa Love 972 761-6790

    Administrative Assistant: Janie Lossman 972-238-6958Coordinator of Volunteers: Dee Ann Benson 972-761-6734Coordinator of Volunteers: Chris Sanders 972-761-6743Department Assistant: Billye McSpedden 972-238-6972Department Assistant: Kay Bailey 972-238-6972

    Heres How to Stay in the Know with Us!Subscribe now to our FREE Emeri-News.

    Receive timely and informative updates via e-mailregarding tours, class changes, upcoming events and more!

    To subscribe, visit www.richlandcollege.edu/emeritusand click the link in the Get Emeri-News! box

    at the bottom and enter your information.We value your privacy.

    Your information will not be shared

    with anyone outside of Richland College.

    To Receive the Emeritus Booklets,Get on Our Mailing List Today!

    Send an e-mail with your name and address [email protected]

    Still Working?Need evening and Saturday classes?

    Visit our Boomer Website atwww.richlandcollege.edu/boomers

    See pages 44 to 47

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    Emeritus Program Leadership

    Executive Committee

    If you are an Emeritus student and would like to join our

    Executive Committee, please contact Mitzi Werther

    at 972-238-6393 or e-mail [email protected].

    Advisory Council

    Jann Aldredge-Clanton, Ph.D., Chaplain, author and professorPat Carlyle, Associate Director, Senior Network AllianceDr. Carl Davis, Psychotherapist, RetiredMarian Hammert, retired teacher, Emeritus volunteerJanice Kawasaki, Publicity Dietetics, RetiredGenell Kelso, DCCCD Retiree, Theater CoordinatorCindy Korenman, V.P. Marketing for Loveable SmilesDr. Laurie Lipson, Associate Dean Emeritus, Baylor College of Dentistry

    David Leopard, former FBI AgentJack Lopez Klein, Manufacturing Agent ConsultantKay Paggi, National Certied Gerontological CounselorBen Parlapiano, Emeritus VolunteerCharles D. Pulman, AttorneyPete Shannon, Emeritus VolunteerDr. Sandra Steinbach, PsychiatristElaine Sullivan, Psychotherapist, Richland College Professor

    Hughston Thomas, RetiredLou Wetherbee, Twenty-year Library Management ConsultantDebra Wyatt, Liaison, Heart to Heart Hospice

    Ex Ofcio MembersBecky Jones, Richland College Associate Dean,

    Business Ofce Systems and SupportBill Neal, Richland College Physical Education Professor

    Robert W. Barretto

    Winston BrownLynda HarrellDr. Masashi Kawasaki

    Jack Lopez Klein

    Elaine SandilandsRuth Snoddy

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    REGISTRATION, PAYMENT and GENERAL INFORMATION

    NON-CREDIT CLASS REGISTRATION (Non-credit classes are high-lighted in color) Non-credit class registration (including trips) is in Thun-derduck Hall at the Continuing Education window or by phone at

    972-238-6146 or 6147. (Mon-Thu 8:30am-7:00pm, Fri 8:30am-5:00pmSat 9:00am-1:30pm)Cancellation policy for credit and non-credit classes: Refund of 100%will be made if requested prior to the rst class meeting day. Cancellationpolicy for trips: Refer to the specic trip description in this booklet forcancellation and refund dates.

    TUITION WAIVER FOR CREDIT CLASSES ONLY: Dallas County resi-

    dents and/or property owners 65 and over who have lived in Texas atleast one year may receive a tuition waiver for up to six college credithours per semester. Proof of age and residency is required at the time ofregistration. One credit hour equals 16 hours of instruction.

    CREDIT CLASS REGISTRATION for all Emeritus Students Credit classregistration is through the Emeritus ofce in Crockett Hall (C120). Call972-238-6972 or 972-238-6958. Register early as applications can take

    up to 5 days to be processed. TR means Tuesday AND Thursday. Topay for credit classes by phone, call 972-238-6272 or 214-890-3874.To get your grades log onto eConnect on Richland Colleges home pageat richlandcollege.edu. (See the map page 52 for building names androom locations.)

    Emeritus Credit Certicate Programs We offer two certicate pro-grams:Arts & Letters and Computer Literacy. When Emeritus students

    have completed 12 credit hours in either program, they will earn an ap-propriate certicate. To obtain your certicate, bring your ofcial tran-script to our ofce. Transcripts are free and may be obtained from Admis-sions in Thunderduck Hall.

    Semester long classes beginMonday August 23 through Thursday December 9

    The college is closed on these days:Monday, September 6, Labor Day

    Thursday Sunday, November 25 28, Thanksgiving Holiday

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    ART and PHOTOGRAPHY

    Advanced Painting Credit (3 hours ARTS 2311 8250 S 9:00-4:00 8/28 12/4 Rm F177Instructor: Keith Williams

    Advanced Painting Credit (3 hours ARTS 2312 8001 F 9:00-4:00 8/27 12/3 Rm F177These two studio courses stress fundamental concepts of painting withacrylics and oils. Emphasis is on painting from still life, models and theimagination. Open to all students. Instructor: Keith Williams

    Advanced Painting Credit (3 hours

    ARTS 2311 8503 TR5:40 8:20 8/24 12/9 Rm F177All level painters welcome! Instruction provided in transparent watercolor,gouache and mixed media. Students explore traditional and contempo-rary skills associated with water based media, including: materials, tech-niques, color, landscape, still life and the gure. Instruction is tailored toindividual ideas to better help students paint the subject matter of theirown choice. Instructor: Bryce Lafferty

    Advanced 3D Design Credit (3 hours) ARTS 2311 8002 TR 2:00-5:00 8/24 12/9 Rm F179This is a special topics art class for students that are not art majors andare not working toward a degree. This course introduces working in themedium of clay, plaster and wood, as well as learning how to use thepower equipment such as the miter saw, etc. Instructor: Jim StoverGetting the Most from Your Small Camera Non-credit

    Fri 1:30-3:00 Sep 10 Oct 1 (4 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650625 Fee $26This program is for people who want to get more from their small cam-era. Could be digital or lm. Learn what makes a good picture. Examinelighting, exposure, and composition in a hands-on, non-technical way.Examine three fundamentals for taking better pictures and get tips forgetting really good pictures of the people and places important to us. Theanswers are all, well, just a click away!Instructor: Fred Lowery, a Dallas-based professional photographer

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    BRIDGE

    Bridge, Beginning Non-creditTue 12:30-2:30 Aug 31 Oct 19 (8 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650596 Fee $55

    Experience what the game of bridge is all aboutand enjoy the experi-ence. We begin with the mechanics and objectives of the game, moveinto bids and re-bids and continue with overcalls and takeout doubles.This is the perfect class for the complete beginner or for the social playerto brush up on bidding and playing skills. The rst class is to shufe anddeal. Presenter: Mark Dumdei, ACBL accredited bridge directorBridge, Beginning Supervised Non-credit

    Tue 12:30-2:30 Oct 26 Nov 16 (4 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650601 Fee $27In this course, the student will practice the bids and hand-play techniqueslearned in the Beginning Bridge class. Presenter will closely supervisethe play. The basics of nesses and defensive leads will be taught at thetable. Presenter: Mark Dumdei, ACBL accredited bridge director

    Bridge, Play of the Hand Non-credit

    Tue 10:00 12:00 Aug 31 Oct 19 (8 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650599 Fee $55Theres nothing more fun than bringing home a difcult contract, ndingthe one or two more tricks you need for a top score. This class helpsadvancing bridge players analyze their hands, determine a plan to bringhome the contract and carry out that plan in the face of opposition. Playof the Hand includes a review of bidding.Presenter: Mark Dumdei, ACBL accredited bridge director

    Bridge, Play of the Hand Supervised Non-creditTue 10:00-12:00 Oct 26 Nov 16 (4 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650603 Fee $27Put your learning to the test in this class. With twice as many handsplayed each session, the key lessons are reinforced and strengthened.Everyone gets to play with pre-dened hands that both reinforce the les-sons and spread the high cards around to make sure everyone has his orher opportunity to play declarer.

    Presenter: Mark Dumdei, ACBL accredited bridge director

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    COMPUTER INSTRUCTION

    (For computer textbook information, see page 00)

    Students with little or no computer experience are encouraged to take

    ABC Novice Level I and Level II before enrolling in computer software classes.

    A ash/thumbdrive is required for all computer classes.

    ABC Novice Level I Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8201 TR 1:30-4:30 Aug 24-Sep 7 Rm B029POFI 1104 8202 SAT 9:00-12:55 Sep 11-Oct 2 Rm B027POFI 1104 8203 TR 10:00-12:30 Oct 26-Nov 11 Rm B005Learn how to use the mouse, minimize, maximize, use desktop tools,manage your les, type a document and more.

    ABC Novice Level II Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8204 TR 1:30-4:00 Sep 14-Sep 30 Rm B029POFI 1104 8205 SAT 9:00-12:55 Oct 9-Oct 30 Rm B027POFI 1104 8206 TR 10:00-1:00 Nov 16-Dec 7 RM B005(no class 11/23 & 11/25)Youve acquired the basics; now learn how to use My Computer and Win-dows Explorer to copy, delete, back up, access Help and delete cookies.Become familiar with internet functions and search engines.

    Computer Maintenance & Security Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8207 MW 1:30-4:00 Nov 15-Dec 8 Rm B029(no class 11/22 & 11/24)Topics covered: Preventive maintenance, anti-virus software, internet andcomputer security, and protecting personal privacy.

    Computer Tips & Secrets Credit (1 hour)

    POFI 1104 8208 MW 1:30-4:00 Oct 25-Nov 10 Rm B005Topics: Purchasing a Computer, Adding Hardware and Software, Trouble-shooting Problems, Backing Up Files, and Keyboard Shortcuts.

    Digital Images Tips & Tricks Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8209 MW 1:30-4:00 Oct 4-Oct 20 Rm B005Prerequisite: Digital Imaging and Scanning. Must have a basic digitalcamera. Students will continue to enhance and rene their photography

    skills with active hands-on practice. Students will shoot photos utilizingvarious lighting situations. We will discuss the many facets of what makesa photograph successful including composition and lighting.

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    Digital Imaging and Scanning Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8210 TR 1:30-4:00 Aug 24-Sep 9 Rm B001POFI 1104 8211 SAT 9:00-12:55 Sep 11-Oct 2 Rm B001This introductory level course will cover the basics of capturing and us-ing digital images. Get hands-on experience with digital cameras, at

    bed and 35 mm slide scanners. Edit and enhance digital images for colorprints, attachments to email and websites.

    Digital Photo Books Level I Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8212 SAT 1:00-5:00 Sep 11-Oct 2 Rm B001Import your digital photos from Photoshop into digital photo books. Learnhow to layout photos and use colorful page designs and personalizedcovers to create a photo book. You will also learn how to upload your

    photo book to have it professionally printed. These photo books makegreat gifts and will preserve your treasured memories forever. (No text-book required)Digital Photo Books Level II Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8213 SAT 1:00-5:00 Oct 9-Oct 30 Rm B001Prerequisite: Digital Photo Books I. Preserving your memories just righttakes time! In Digital Photo Books I, you learned the ins and outs of ed-

    iting photos and creating books. Digital Photo Books II gives you thetime to complete your book with the expertise and assistance from yourinstructor.Excel 2007 Level I Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8214 TR 1:30-4:00 Sep 14-Sep 30 Rm B027Create, build, edit, format, and print worksheets. Use formulas and func-tions and understand relative and absolute cell references.

    Excel 2007 Level II Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8215 TR 1:30-4:00 Oct 5-Oct 21 Rm B027Prerequisite: Excel 2007- Level I. Plan and design charts and review for-mulas and functions, using lists, database applications and more.

    Excel 2007 Level III Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8216 TR 1:30-4:00 Oct 26-Nov 11 Rm B027Prerequisite: Excel 2007Levels I and II. Convert text to columns. Build

    logical formulas with the IF/AND functions. Calculate payments with thePMT function. Manage workbook data.

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    Hot Technologies New (No class 11/27) Credit (1 Hour)POFI 1104 8217 SAT 1:00-5:00 Nov 6-Dec 4 Rm B001The technology world changes so fast these days that it is often hard tokeep up with it all. Come learn about some of the latest and hottest tech-nologies available today. We will explore Cuil, ChaCha, Google Translate,

    Media Converter, Mashups, ToonDoo and much, much more! Impressyour family and friends with your ability to be "in the know" and "up todate"!Internet, E-mail, eBay Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8226 TR 1:30-4:00 Oct 5-Oct 21 Rm B029POFI 1104 8227 SAT 9:00-12:55 Nov 6-Dec 4 RM B029(no class on 11/27)

    Register for an e-mail account, read, reply, create and send e-mail mes-sages. Get the news, maps, city guides and other information on the In-ternet. Explore buying and selling on eBay.

    Introduction to Keyboarding Credit (1 hour)POFT 1127 8203 MW 11:15-12:35 Oct 18-Dec 6 Rm B005POFT 1127 8204 TR 9:30-10:50 Oct 19-Dec 7 Rm B027(no class on 11/25)

    POFT 1127 8702 TR 5:40-7:00 Oct 19-Dec 7 Rm B027(no class on 11/25)Learn how to use the alphabetic keys by touch on the computer. Be ef-cient in all your computer classes by knowing the keyboard. No textbookrequired.The following Photoshop Elements 8.0 courses (pages 00) take advantage

    of the management and editing power of the latest version of Adobe Pho-

    toshop Elements 8.0. To understand its full power, students should takePhotoshop Elements 8.0 Levels I, II, III in sequence.

    Photoshop Elements 8.0Level I Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8232 MW 1:30-4:30 Aug 23-Sep 8 Rm B027(no class 9/6)POFI 1104 8233 TR 10:00-12:30 Aug 24-Sep 9 Rm B005Learn Photoshop Elements 8.0 basics. Discuss importing images into theprogram. Use auto features to quickly x a picture. Use a photo lter to

    adjust color tone. Discuss resolution and le formats. Sharpen and cropphotos. Create a Web Photo Gallery.

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    Photoshop Elements 8.0Level II Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8234 MW 1:30-4:00 Sep 13-Sep 29 Rm B027POFI 1104 8235 TR 10:00-12:30 Sep 14-Sep 30 Rm B005Prerequisite: Photoshop Elements 8.0 Level I. Learn to selectively adjusthue and saturation; convert an image to black and white; use paint and

    ll tools; apply a gradient; create a photo montage; use photo restorationtools; discuss color and RGB channels.

    Photoshop Elements 8.0Level III Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8236 MW 1:30-4:00 Oct 4-Oct 20 Rm B027POFI 1104 8237 TR 10:00-12:30 Oct 5-Oct 21 Rm B005Prerequisite: Photoshop Elements 8.0 Levels I and II. Learn to applyPhotoshop lters and effects. Work with layers to create special projects.

    Use transform feature to enlarge, scale, skew and distort pictures. Createspecial type effects and shapes.

    Photoshop Elements 8.0-Collage I Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8228 SAT 9:00-12:55 Oct 9-Oct 30 Rm B001POFI 1104 8229 MW 1:30-4:00 Oct 25-Nov 10 Rm B027Suggested prerequisite: Photoshop Elements. Learn the techniques ofcreating photographic montages.

    Photoshop Elements 8.0-Collage II Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8230 SAT 9:00-12:55 Nov 6-Dec 4 Rm B001POFI 1104 8231 MW 1:30-4:00 Nov 15-Dec 8 Rm B005(no class 11/22 & 11/24)Suggested prerequisite: Photoshop Elements Collage I. Use your own im-ages to crate collages in the classroom.

    Photoshop Elements 8.0-Maximum Strength I Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8238 TR 1:30-4:00 Oct 26-Nov 11 Rm B005Suggested prerequisite: Photoshop Elements Levels I, II, and III. This classwill teach you how to optimize photographs for printing and enhance im-ages for maximum impact. Create stunning images using powerful, little-known techniques.Photoshop Elements 8.0-Maximum Strength II Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8239 TR 1:30-4:00 Nov 16-Dec 9 Rm B005

    (no class 11/23 & 11/25)Suggested prerequisite: Photoshop elements 8.0-Maximum Strength I. Cre-ate impressive, seamless montages. Also, use Photomerge and maskingin Photoshop Elements.

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    Photoshop Elements 8.0 Special Effects I Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8240 TR 1:30-4:00 Aug 24-Sep 9 Rm B005Suggested Prerequisite: Photoshop Elements I, II, III. After learning Pho-toshop Elements basics, this class will cover selection techniques, mask-ing, and blending modes to create special effects.

    Photoshop Elements 8.0 Special Effects II Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8241 TR 1:30-4:00 Sep 14-Sep 30 Rm B005Suggested Prerequisite: Special Effects I. Learn to create more specialeffects by making re, creating instant candle light, and using lters.Photoshop Elements 8.0 Special Effects III Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8242 TR 1:30-4:00 Oct 5-Oct 21 Rm B005

    Suggested Prerequisites: Special Effects I & II. This course will cover us-ing special effects with text, creating reections, and making your own

    jigsaw puzzle.Social Networking Sites Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8243 MW 1:30-4:00 Oct 25-Nov 10 Rm B029Prerequisite: Basic Internet Skills. Have you heard the buzz about Twitter,Facebook, LinkedIn and other Social Networking Sites on the Internet?

    Come to this class to nd out what all the hooplah is about. We will learnhow to tweet, how to write on someones wall, post status updates, ndold friends, what all these terms mean and more. Impress your kids andgrandkids with your new tech-savvy ways of communicating online.Windows 7.0 Level I Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8244 MW 1:30-4:30 Aug 23-Sep 8 Rm B004(no class on 9/6)

    POFI 1104 8245 SUN 1:00-5:00 Sep 12- Oct 3 Rm B001POFI 1104 8246 TR 1:30-4:00 Oct 26 Nov 11 Rm B029This beginning course will familiarize the students with the Windows 7.0Operating System. Learn menus, keyboard shortcuts, toolbars. Two pro-grams will be introducedMicrosoft Ofce Word and Paint. Students willcreate documents which will include the processes of naming, saving,and printing.A ash/thumb drive is required.

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    Windows 7.0 Level II Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8247 MW 1:30-4:00 Sep 13-Sep 29 Rm B005POFI 1104 8248 SUN 1:00-5:00 Oct 10-Oct 31 Rm B001POFI 1104 8249 TR 1:30-4:30 Nov 11-Dec 7Rm B029(no class 11/23 &11/25)Suggested Prerequisite: Windows 8.0 Level I. This course will cover man-aging les and folders on a CD and compressing them. Students will learnhow to customize Windows, use the Control Panel, and maintain theircomputer. One session will explore the Internet using Microsoft InternetExplorer. A ash/thumb drive is required.

    Word 2007: Level I Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8250 MW 1:30-4:30 Aug 23-Sep 8 Rm B029

    (no class 9/6)POFI 1104 8251 SAT 9:00-12:55 Sep 11-Oct 2 Rm B005Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills preferable. Learn to open, create, edit,save, print, close, and exit Word documents; select text, cut/copy/pastetext, apply spelling and grammar checks and the thesaurus; use wizards/templates, format with fonts, adjust line and paragraph spacing, and workwith tabs and indents.

    Word 2007: Level II Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8252 MW 1:30-4:00 Sep 13-Sep 29 Rm B029POFI 1104 8253 SAT 9:00-12:55 Oct 9-Oct 30 Rm B005Prerequisite: Word 2007: Level I. Focus on formatting document margins;sectioning documents; adding columns; applying bullets, page numbers,borders and shading, headers and footers; inserting clip art; creating,modifying, and performing calculations in tables.

    Word 2007: Level III Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8254 MW 1:30-4:00 Oct 4-Oct 20 Rm B029POFI 1104 8255 SAT 9:00-12:55 Nov 6-Dec 4 Rm B005(no class on 11/27)Prerequisite: Word 2007: Levels I & II. Work with graphics, create textboxes and charts, use AutoShapes, WordArt and the drawing canvas.Learn to create labels, mail merge and sort and merge records.

    DROPPING CREDIT CLASSES

    If you need to drop a class, we will assist you. Just call 972-238-6972 assoon as you can, so that we can drop you from the class and give yourspace to another student who may be on our waiting list.

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    BOOK LIST FOR COMPUTER CLASSESOnly classes requiring textbooks are listed below.

    (Flash /Thumb drives are highly recommended)

    ABC Novice

    New book will be available for Fall 2010.

    Digital Imaging and ScanningWelcome to Digital Photography, 2nd edition, Marcia Reifman

    ISBN: 9781591361756

    Excel 2007Microsoft Ofce Excel 2007Illustrated Introductory,

    Elizabeth Eisner Reding ISBN: 9781423905219Genealogy I, II, III, IVThe Complete Beginners Guide to Genealogy, The InternetClifford, 2000, Genealogical Publishing Company ISBN: 0806316365Maximum Strength Levels I, II

    Adobe Photoshop Elements 8: Maximum Performance, Galer

    ISBN: 9780240521831Photoshop Elements 8Levels I, II, III

    Adobe Photoshop Elements 8 Classroom in a Book, Adobe CreativeTeam, 2010, Adobe PressPearson ISBN: 9780321660329Microsoft Windows 7Microsoft Windows 7 On Demand, Steve Johnson

    ISBN: 9780789742018Special Effects Levels I, II, IIIHow to cheat in Photoshop Elements 8, Asch ISBN: 9780240521879Word 2007Microsoft Ofce Word 2007Illustrated Introductory, Jennifer Duffy

    ISBN: 9781423905264

    No textbook is required for the following computer classes:Computer Maintenance & Security, Computer Tips and Secrets, DigitalImages-Tips & Tricks, Digital Photo Books, Hot Technologies, Internet/Email/eBay, Photoshop Elements Collage, Photoshop Elements SpecialEffects, and Social Networking Sites.

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    COOKING CLASS

    Taste of Italy Cooking Classes Non-creditChef Tommaso Lestingi, formerly executive chef of the Grotto Restaurant,will demonstrate and prepare some of the delicious recipes of Italy. We

    will be served an ample sample to eat after the recipe is prepared byChef Tommaso or the students! Mmmmm Delizioso!

    In addition to the $5 Richland College administration fee for each class,there will be a non-refundable charge of $25 for each class payable to theItalian Club. Make separate check for each classpayable to the ItalianClub of Dallasand mail to the attention of Janie Lossman, RichlandCollege, 12800 Abrams Rd., Dallas, TX 75243. The Emeritus ofce must

    receive the check seven (7) days prior to the start of each class. Pleasewrite class date and Course No. on check. Directions to the Italian Clubof Dallas will be mailed.Pasta Sauces Non-creditMon 10:00 12:00 Sep 13 (1 session)Italian Club of Dallas Course No. 650743 Fee $5To tempt the palate, Chef Lestingi will prepare four delicious different

    pasta sauces. They are Marinara, Amatriciana, Carbonara, and Puttan-esca.Absolute last day for cancelation of class and refund pf $5.00is 8/30/10.Fresh Pasta Non-creditMon 10:00 12:00 Oct 11 (1 session)Italian Club of Dallas Course No. 650746 Fee $5Learn how to make fresh pasta! This will be a hands on lesson and you

    will learn to make tagliatelle, cannelloni and ravioli.Absolute last day forcancelation of class and refund of $5.00 is 9/27/10.Pizza Non-creditMon 10:00 12:00 Nov 8 (1 session)Italian Club of Dallas Course No. 650748 Fee $5Delicious pizza! This hands on class will teach you how to make pizza,focaccia and pizza rustica.Absolute last day for cancelation of classand refund of $5.00 is 10/25/10.

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    ENRICHMENTEnrichment I (Series) Non-creditWed 1:45 3:15 Sep 1 Oct 6 (6 sessions)Rm R019 Course No. 650607 Fee $20

    (Fee covers all 6 sessions; attend as many or as few as you choose.)

    Sep 1 What Should Keep Us Up At Night A barking dog or a siren maydisrupt your sleep but imagine if you were the Secretary of State or Na-tional Security Advisor. What would keep you up at night? Jim Falk, Presi-dent/CEO of the World Affairs Council, will discuss the critical issues thatshape US foreign policy. Issues such as Iran and the Palestinian/Israeliconict dominate the news while others like the ongoing war in the Con-

    go, cybercrime or human trafcking receive little mention.Presenter: Jim Falk, President, Council on World AffairsSep 8 Whats Luck Got to Do with It? The ancient Greeks talked aboutit, Micaville spoke of it, and even the actor and humanitarian, Paul New-man, considered himself endowed with it. I am talking about Luck! Thispresentation covers the purpose of talismans and charms, how supersti-tions work in our culture and what attitudes and principals lucky people

    follow that make them lucky.Presenter: Joanna Rodriguez, Certied Hypnotherapist and Life CoachSept 15 The Faith of the Presidents This presentation is an introductionto a six-week course that begins October 18 at Richland. The context ofthe class will set the stage for an examination of the religious beliefs of therst four presidents--plus Lincoln--and how those personal beliefs mayhave inuenced the relationship of government and religion in our nation.

    Presenter: Jerry Henson, Easteld College instructorSept 22 Julia Child Arlene Colbert portrays Julia Child as she picks upwith her story where the movie,Julie and Julia, ends with the publicationof her rst cookbook, Mastering the Art of French Cooking. Childs unfor-gettable story unfolds with the success of her television shows and thepublication of subsequent cookbooks. Teacher, author, writer, entertainer,and one of the most unique personalities of the past 50 years, Childsgolden years were among her most prolic and rewarding.

    Presenter: Arlene Colbert, entertainer, book reviewer

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    Sept 29 A Man with a Mission Come have a cup of tea while we walkthrough the pages of Greg Mortenson's two books: Three Cups of Teaand Stones into Schools. When his life was saved in the most remote partof Pakistan, we learn how this has affected him and the rest of the worldincluding how our American military ghts wars against terrorism.

    Presenter: Dick Matthews, retired geophysicist, world travelerOct 6 A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Here Nationallyknown lm critic Larry Ratliff truly believes laughter is the best medicine.It has kept him going during the ups and downs of a 30-year-career asa lm critic. That sense of humor came in handy when he found himselfwalking past his Employee of the Month certicate to get laid-off from amajor daily newspaper. Hes traveled much of the world interviewing the

    cinemas biggest celebrities. Ratliff shares memorable movie moments,moving theme music and scary movie scenes that still haunt him.Presenter: Larry Ratliff, movie critic

    Enrichment II (Series) Non-creditWed 1:45 3:15 Oct 13 Nov 17 (6 sessions)

    Rm R019 Course No. 650615 Fee $20(Fee covers all 6 sessions; attend as many or as few as you choose.)

    Oct 13 When Art Worked: A Look at the Artists of the 1930s WhoWere Paid by the WPA. These artists painted post ofces, designed andbuilt pavilions, wrote and produced plays. The photographers brought thepublic the horrors of the dust bowl and the misery of being hungry. Thewriters told the stories of the suffering during the great depression. But

    the artists were paid to do so with funds from the Roosevelt New Deal!Presenter: RoseMary Rumbley, author, teacher, and lecturerOct 20 Berthe Morisot: Leading Lady of Impressionism Berthe Mor-isot, one of the most important impressionist painters of modern life, wasthe rst female French painter to be accepted by the impressionist artistsin the nineteenth century. She participated in all but one of the impres-sionist exhibitions including the rst one in Paris in 1874, exhibiting herwork alongside fellow artists Monet and Renoir. Her beautiful canvases

    display the ickering light and spontaneity central to impressionism asshe captures the leisurely world of the upper middle-class.Presenter: Elizabeth Simon, Easteld College instructor

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    Oct 27 In the Belly of the Dragon Chinas 100 years of humiliation isa shame so profound that it forms their policy to this day. The series oftragic injustices foisted on the Chinese affected almost one-third of theworlds population. Trudi Swedlund will share facts about this great nationthat sketches a personality prole. Her presentation will be interspersed

    with some of the quirky, funny, and riveting sights, adages, stories andimages that will give the audience a new perspective of China. This willput more pieces of the Chinese puzzle in place so we can better under-stand this ancient, magnicent culture.Presenter: Trudi Swedlund, Ph.D., Richland College English and SpeechProfessor

    Nov 3Five Years at Sea Come with me and experience the adventure of

    a lifetime! Explore the lands and cultures of thirty-six countries. Interactwith crews of thirteen U.S. Navy warships as you traverse the oceans ofthe world. Watch how the ships' personnel earn college credits under thelittle-known Program for Aoat College Education. Ride with the Marinesas they enter Iraq during the rst Persian Gulf War and witness behind thescenes military decisions that made worldwide headlines from 1989 to1994. Presenter: James Lee, author

    Nov 10 How Does Your Automobile Work? We will answer the ques-tion of how you car works, and how it sometimes doesnt. We will reviewsome things your dad taught you, and why you should now nally forgetthem. If the future is battery power and hybrids, we will explore how thesenew technologies work. Presenter: Dr. Arnold Paddock,Richland College Physics instructor.Nov 17 Texas' Crazy Centennial and the Whoopee War In 1936 Texas

    celebrated its founding as an independent republic and held a world'sfair-sized birthday party. The center of this celebration was the TexasCentennial Exposition held in Dallas at Fair Park. Ft. Worth couldn't standthe idea of Dallas as the center of the Texas universe, so it put on its ownshindig and called it the Frontier Exposition. This set off the Whoopee Warand the world had never seen the likes of it!!!Presenter: Dr. Paul Benson, Professor of Humanities, Mountain ViewCollege

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    FINANCIAL ISSUESFinancial Planning with Bob Guess Non-creditMon 1:30 3:30 Sep 13 Oct 11 (5 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650622 Fee $20

    A nancial current events class that will equip you to:

    1.Differentiate the legitimate from the bogus nancial planners and howto identify those who are trustworthy.

    2.Understand the whole about annuities.3.Learn which products to stay away from.4.Know the options available to protect your family and nances

    from expensive medical calamity or nursing home expense.5.Grow your portfolio in the stock market through unpredictable times.Presenter: Bob Guess, senior adult educator, author, radio host and

    founder of Senior Financial ServicesFuneral Buying: $ or $$$$$ Non-creditThu 1:30 3:30 Nov 11 Nov 18 (2 sessions)RM C102 Course No. 650624 Fee $12The course focuses on a major lifetime purchase most of us postpone--our funeral. We will cover the nuts and bolts of end-of-life planning forall spiritual orientations and discuss affordable alternatives to typically

    expensive funerals. Presenter: Ed McHam, Funeral Consumers AlliancememberI just wanted you to know how valuable the information provided in the Funeral

    Buying class in November turned out to be. My husband passed away unexpect-

    edly. Because I had visited two funeral homes and had discussed my ndings

    with my husband about what he would want, I knew who to call when it was time

    to call a funeral home.

    Had I not attended the class, I would have been at a loss to know who to con-

    tact. Also, I had shared the information I learned with our ve adult children and

    they were all aware of and agreed with our plans for cremation and having ourashes placed at the DFW National Cemetery. Thanks again for offering the class

    and for the valuable and timely information. ~Elsie HayesHelp for 2011 Medicare Part D Decisions Non-creditWed 10:00 12:00 Sep 8 Sep 22 (3 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650691 Fee $14Medicare titles the period between November 15 and December 31Open Season--when you can change your Medicare plans. Its wise to

    evaluate and compare your current Part D plan to the plans offered nextyear. In addition to premium and co-pay changes, youll want to knowthat your prescribed drugs are covered by the plan. Loyalty of keepingwhat you have might prove more costly than other plans. A study bynon-prot Consumers Union shows many of best-priced Part D plansone year became some of the worst deals the next year.Presenter: Jan Kawasaki, 18 years experience with Medicare policiesand procedures

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    GENEALOGY USING COMPUTERS

    Genealogy Level I (Internet Research I) Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8218 F 9:00-12:55 Aug 27-Sep 17 Rm B005POFI 1104 8219 F 1:00-5:00 Aug 27-Sep 17 Rm B005Suggested Prerequisite: Windows XP or Vista and familiarity with key-

    board and mouse. Discover the principles of successful genealogy re-search. Organize family information and ancestor charts. Learn how todocument your sources and use maps effectively. Learn research tech-niques; identify the best Internet sites; and how to utilize the resourcesof Family Search, USRootsWeb, Ancestry, National Archives, and CourtHouse Records and to search census records and organize your familyinformation. Instructor: Don Raney

    Genealogy-Level II (Internet Research II) Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8220 F 9:00-12:55 Sep 24-Oct 15 Rm B005POFI 1104 8221 F 1:00-5:00 Sep 24-Oct 15 Rm B005Prerequisite: Level I or equivalent experience. Students will focus on In-ternet research techniques and genealogical problem solving. Lecturesinclude: Researching Land Records in the State and Federal Land States,Using Y-DNA Testing to Identify Your Ancestor, Wills and the Probate Pro-

    cess, Early American Migration Routes, British Migrations to the Ameri-can Colonies, Finding Your Revolutionary War Ancestor, How to Find Your

    Ancestors Maiden Name, and Writing your Family History with HistoricalContext. Instruction will be combined with hands-on computer practice.Learn techniques used to search the Internet for your ancestors.Instructor: Don Raney

    Genealogy-Level III (Internet Research III) Credit (1 hour)

    POFI 1104 8222 F 9:00-12:55 Oct 22-Nov 12 Rm B005POFI 1104 8223 F 1:00-5:00 Oct 22-Nov 12 Rm B005Prerequisite: Level I and level II or equivalent experience. This class willdelve deeper into what was learned in Levels I and II.Instructor: Don Raney

    Genealogy-Level IV (Internet Research IV) Credit (1 hour)POFI 1104 8224 F 9:00-12:55 Nov 19-Dec 17 Rm B005POFI 1104 8225 F 1:00-5:00 Nov 19-Dec 17 Rm B005No class on Nov 26. Prerequisite: Level I, Level II and Level III or equiva-

    lent experience. In this review class, students will continue to developtheir genealogical research skills and techniques and solving genealogi-cal problems. Lecture instruction will be provided on recording and docu-menting family information in The Master Genealogist (TMG) computerprogram. Instructor: Don Raney

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    HISTORYHistory of the Gospels Non-creditTue 3:00 4:30 Aug 31 Oct 19 (8 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650703 Fee $42

    When, where and by whom were the Gospels written? This covers the an-cient Greek, Latin and Aramaic manuscripts and how the Received Textand Latin Vulgate developed into the modern day versions. This class willstress such topics as the Q-gospel, plenary inspiration, textual criticism,the authority of the text, disputed readings and why the apocryphal gos-pels like Thomas and Nicodemus were excluded from the Bible.Presenter: Mark Dumdei, conservative theologian, student of ancientLatin, Greek and Aramaic manuscripts

    History in the Times of Jesus Non-creditTue 3:00 4:30 Oct 26 Nov 16 (4 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650698 Fee $21The course will cover the important political gures which affected thehistory of 1st century Palestine: the Herods, Pontius Pilate and TiberiusCaesar. It will discuss the three main branches of Judaism: the Pharisees,Sadducees and Essenes and the Messianic expectations which were

    found in the Dead Sea scrolls and relevant historians such as Josephusand Tacitus. Presenter: Mark Dumdei, conservative theologian, studentof ancient Latin, Greek and Aramaic manuscripts

    HORTICULTUREHorticulture (Series) Non-creditThu 1:30 3:30 Sept 2 Sept 30 (5 sessions)

    Rm C102 Course No. 650705 Fee $24The Dallas County Master Gardeners, a volunteer arm of the Texas Coop-erative Extension Service, proudly presents this series designed to helpeducate the public regarding good horticulture practices. Based on sci-entic research, this series answers many of your gardening questions.Master Gardener, Nancy Wilten, coordinates the program. Each week adifferent Master Gardener will teach the class. Fall topics include:

    Turf/Lawn Care and Management. Everything you wanted to know

    about lawns. Which grasses work best in the Metroplex? When to plant,feed, weed, water, and do all the other fun things to make your lawn thebest in the neighborhood!

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    Fall Bulbs for Spring Blooms. Fall is the time to plant your bulbs for abeautiful spring. Learn when and what bulbs require chilling rst as wellas the best planting techniques. Youll also learn how to separate yourexisting plantings to keep your cannas, irises, daylilies, and bulbs lookingtheir best.

    WaterWise and EarthKind Catchy terms to describe landscapes thatwaste the least water and energy to keep them looking beautiful. Learnwhat plants to use to have gorgeous lush gardens while saving money,time, effort, and natural resources. Perennials for the Metroplex. Now is the time to get your gardenready to plant perennials. Learn which shrubs and plants do well in shady

    and sunny conditions in the Metroplex. Container Gardening. Containers provide for small space gardening,accent pieces, and entry drama. Learn how to select the correct size andtexture of plants to make the container a dramatic highlight to patios,landscape niches, and entryways.

    HUMANITIES, PHILOSOPHY, RELIGION

    Book Reviews Non-creditThu 10:30 12:00 Sep 16 Sep 30 (3 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650550 Fee $20Joyce Kahle will review the following three books:Sep 16: The Big Rich Bryan Burrough chronicles the rise and fall ofone of the great economic and political powerhouses of the twentiethcentury-Texas oil. He weaves together the multigenerational stories of the

    states four wealthiest oil fortunes.

    Sep 23 Change your BRAIN, Change your BODY andPreventingAlzheimers Dr. Daniel Amen, clinical neuroscientist, psychiatrist, andbrain imaging expert. Hear the concepts revealed in these books dareto implement them to live life more vibrantly. It is never too late to changesome of our negative habits.Sep 30: Thoroughbred Nora Roberts. Due to a family tragedy, a young

    Irish woman is forced to come to America A story of thoroughbreds,pain, suffering and romantic love. Presenter: Joyce Kahle, book reviewer

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    Great Movies - Reviewed Non-creditWed 10:00 12:00 Nov 3 Nov 17 (3 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650628 Fee $32Larry Ratliff will review the following:Nov 3 Romantic Scenes Explores the lure of movie romance. For the

    fans the romance is often what keeps us coming back to the cinema. Itbegins with Demi Moore and the late Patrick Swayze letting passion getin the way of making some ne pottery in Ghost. But theres the giddy ro-mance of Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman during the Paris interludeof Casablanca, Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford in The Way We Wereand many more.

    Nov 10 Great Music This class focuses on the great music from the great

    lms. Music, when its done right, sets the mood, guides movie-goersthrough the roller coaster ride of bouncy light moments to dark, broodingones. Sometimes, like in Forrest Gump (The Feather Theme), Casablanca(As Time Goes By) and others, music is the engine that drives every otherelement of the movie.

    Nov 17 Thrillers Movie-goers love things that go bump in the night; thosemoments that make the little hairs spring to attention on the back of our

    necks. This class illustrates the power of good lmmakers to scare us halfto death and discusses why we like it so much. Cases in point: The mo-ment in Wait Until Darkwhen the very bad guy leaps out of nowhere, theclassicAlien birthing scene, and the intense tension in Alfred Hitchcockclassics (Psycho, Rear Window, North by Northwest).Presenter: Larry Ratliff, lm criticHow to Write & Publish Your Story Non-credit

    Fri 10:00 12:00 Sep 3 Oct 1 (5 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650707 Fee $38Have you wanted to write your memoir but thought you had to be famousto get it published? Your story is a sacred gift that can inspire, liberate,and encourage people as you connect with them through your writtenwords. This course will help you discover your voice. Learn to engage thereader through vivid writing, to organize your story, and to edit your work.Gain practical knowledge of a variety of ways to publish your story forgeneral audiences, special interest groups, friends, and/or family.

    Presenter: Jann Aldredge-Clanton, Ph.D., Chaplain, author and profes-sor

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    New Outlooks on Great Decisions Non-creditTue 1:30 3:30 Sep 7 Sep 21 (3 sessions)Rm R019 Course No. 650736 Fee $20Emeritus students cant get enough of the Great Decisions program. Thisseries sheds new light on three of the topics studied during the spring

    semester. Expert speakers add updated information and perspective toimportant issues. Then spirited discussion will ensue.Sep 7 Russia and Eastern Europe Despite the end of the Soviet Union,Russia sees itself as a major power with a legitimate sphere of inuencein Eastern Europe. And they have the oil to back it up. Many formerbloc countries see their future with the EEC and NATO. From Estoniato Georgia, what tensions are at work in the region? What dangers areposed? And is there any way to determine Russias intentions? VallyeEzell, Richlands own resident expert on the region, will update us on the

    latest developments.Presenter: Vallye Ezell, Richland College ProfessorSep 14 The Persian Gulf When the countries that border you are Iran,Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates,you are probably on of the worlds most important bodies of water. ThePersian Gulf region is an endless source of concern and consternation tothe United States. Jim Falk, president of the D/FW World Affairs Council,will give us his insight into the latest developments. One thing we can

    count on: there WILL be new developments! Presenter: Jim Falk, Presi-dent, World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort WorthSept 21 Human Trafcking Did you think slavery had ended in the UnitedStates? Well, it hasnt. Furthermore, Texas and even Dallas has become acentral hub in the transnational business of buying and selling human be-ings. As deputy director of Mosaic Family Services, Bill Bernstein workswith the Dallas and Fort Worth police departments to serve victims oftrafcking. He also is co-chair of the Freedom Network USA, a national

    coalition of agencies providing social services, counseling and legal ser-vices to victims. Hell help us understand who is involved, what enforce-ment agencies are doing to ght trafcking, and how we can helpat theinternational, national, state and local levels!Presenter: Bill Bernstein, Mosaic Family ServicesThe Faith of the Presidents Non-creditMon 1:30-3:00 Oct 18 Nov 22 (6 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650754 Fee $38

    Most of us were taught never to discuss politics or religion in polite com-pany. In this class we will discuss both. We will examine the faith andpractices of ve presidents to understand what they personally believedand how these beliefs may have inuenced their ofcial actions. The deli-cate balance of government and religion is a perpetual issue in America.We will study how these presidents affected that balance and why.Presenter: Jerry Henson, Easteld College instructor

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    Sage-ing: Growing Whole Not Old Non-creditThu 10:00- 12:00 Oct 7-Oct 28 (4 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650739 Fee $27Through Sage-ing we uncover the blessings that comprise the rich fab-ric of our lives and transmit the wisdom of a lifetime to heal and nurture

    ourselves, our loved ones, and our world. Explore a way of living life moreconsciously, more joyfully and more compassionately.Session I From Age-ing to Sage-ing: A New PerspectiveSession II Harvesting Lifes Wisdom: Life Review & Life RepairSession III Facing Our MortalitySession IV Leaving a Legacy: Giving Back to the WorldPresenter: Jeanne Marsh, Sage-ing Leader and Sage-ing Circle Leader,member of the Sage-ing Guild

    Story-Telling Workshop: Connecting the Past to the PresentFri 10:30 12:00 Oct 8 Nov 12 (6 sessions) Non-creditRm C102 Course No. 650548 Fee $20Do you remember the stories your Grandmother told you? Are you retell-ing the stories you heard to your children? What about your own familystories? These very special tales share your personal history and connectyou to those you love. Relating and connecting to others recharges and

    empowers you in our high-tech world. This workshop will enable you totell your life stories and have fun doing it! Join us and discuss your ances-try Presenter: Ann Langford, storytelling for seniorsFrom the Great Depression to the Current Recession

    Credit (6 hours) ALCE 1602 8842 TR 9:30-12:20 Aug 24-Dec 9 Rm TBAThis is a six hour learning community (three hours for English and threehours for Government) that will examine the literature and politics of eco-nomic crises. In this course we will read literature and watch lms result-ing from the Great Depression and other economic crises in the UnitedStates during the Twentieth Century. This class is open to all students.

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    LANGUAGEBeginning German I Credit (4 hours)GERM 1411 8501 MW 5:40pm7:40pm 8/23 12/8 Rm B111This is a grammar-intensive course. While acquiring extensive vocabulary,

    you will learn tricks for memorizing the meanings and genders of nounsand for analyzing sentence structure, both in English and in German. Byknowing the grammatical terminology, you can begin to understand anddecipher the entanglements of German sentence structure. This is hardwork but also a rewarding and fun way to keep your mind alert and gain anew skill. Instructor: Peggy Little, Richland College instructorConversational Spanish Credit (3 hours)SPAN 2306 8001 MW 1:30pm-2:20pm 8/23-12/8 Rm TBAThis course is designed to strengthen and improve oral skills in the lan-guage for advanced beginners or students who have completed a mini-mum of one, preferably two semesters of Spanish or the equivalent.Conversational situations will focus on practical, real-life listening andspeaking activities, as well as understanding the cultures of native Span-ish speakers. A review of grammar as a tool to communicate will be in-cluded. Textbook: Pasaporte: Spanish for Advanced Beginners, 1st. Ed.McGraw-Hill Instructor: Dr. Nanette Pascal, Richland College instructor,

    lived in Spain for over 25 years

    MUSICPiano I Credit (1 hour)MUSI 1181 8003 MW 12:10-1:05 8/ 23 12/ 8 Rm F287This course is primarily for students that are non-music majors. It devel-ops basic musicianship and piano skills. Open to all students. The bookfor this class is: Hal Leonard Adult Piano Method Book I.

    Instructor: TBA

    PHYSICAL FITNESS, HEALTH AND WELLNESS

    Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth Non-creditWed 10:30-11:30 Sep 29 Oct 27 (5 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650752 Fee $15This class is based on ndings from the bookAncient Secret of the Foun-

    tain of Youth by Peter Kelder. This amazing exercise will help renew you,both your appearance and your physical health, especially when you areforty-years old or beyond. It takes 20 minutes a day to do this exercise athome, no equipment is needed. It's easy, it's fast, and it works! Dress incomfortable clothes; bring a work-out mat or towel.Presenter: Lien Nguyen, retired teacher, great interest in making a differ-ence in people's physical well being.

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    Hearing Matters: 5 Keys to Proactive Living with Hearing LossThu 10:00-12:00 Nov 18 Dec 9 (3 sessions) (skip 11/25) Non-creditRm C102 Course No. 650689 Fee $12This class will explore issues people with hearing loss face -communica-tion issues and strategies, resources available, technology, hearing aid

    information and more. People with mild to profound hearing loss will ndthis class helpful. Esther Kelly has lived with hearing loss for many yearsand presents this information in many cities throughout Texas and otherstates. Presenter: Esther Kelly, hearing loss resource specialistLaughter Yoga Laugh for the Fun of It Non-creditFri 1:30 3:00 Oct 8 (1 session)Rm C102 Course No. 650709 Fee $5

    Laughter Yoga began in 1995 and there are now over 8,000 clubs world-wide. A typical laughter session consists of easy stretches, breathingpractices and an assortment of intentional laughter techniques. Attend-ees can choose their level of participation from gentle to vigorous whichmakes it suitable for all ages and all levels of ability. Benets include:relieve stress, enhance immune system, improve breathing, encouragerelaxation, reduce anxiety, and boost self-condence, and creativity.Presenter: Eric Post, Certied Laughter Leader

    Myths, Mysteries and Misconceptions of Hypnosis: The History ofHypnosis and Its Benets in Our Everyday Life. Non-creditMon 10:0011:30 Oct 4 Oct 18 (3 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650735 Fee $20Many think of hypnosis as a mystical process that holds power over us ifwe allow someone to cast its spell. Discover the real truth about hypno-sis and how it can benet you. Presenter: Joanna Rodriguez, Certied

    Hypnotherapist and Life CoachLine Dance, Beginning, Part I Non-creditFri 12:30-1:30 Aug 27 Oct 1 (6 sessions)Rm G140 Course No. 650729 Fee $18This class is for students with little or no line dance background. Its a

    great way to stay active, both mentally and physically. Learn the basicsand some easy national line dances while having great fun. Instructor:Richard Rogers, dance maestro

    Line Dance, Beginning, Part II Non-creditFri 12:30-1:30 Oct 8 Nov 19, (skip 10/15) (6 sessions)Rm G140 Course No. 650724 Fee $18You know what this class is aboutyou cant stop now!Instructor: Richard Rogers, dance maestro

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    Line Dance, Intermediate, Part I Non-creditFri 1:45-2:45 Aug 27 Oct 1 (6 sessions)Rm G140 Course No. 650732 Fee $18Prerequisite: Line Dance, Beginning I and II, or previous line dance expe-

    rience. Well learn higher level dance patterns and some popular begin-

    ner/intermediate national line dances.Instructor: Richard Rogers, dance maestroLine Dance, Intermediate, Part II Non-creditFri 1:45 -2:45 Oct 8 Nov 19, (skip 10/15) (6 sessions)Rm G140 Course No. 650727 Fee $18Youve had six exciting sessions keep on boot scootin!Instructor: Richard Rogers, dance maestro

    Outdoor Recreation and Travel Class Non-creditTue 3:30-6:30 9/7-12/21 (#16 sessions)Rm TBD Course No. 650690 Fee $100This Class is designed primarily for emeritus students with several class-room lecture sessions on campus and local trips of interest sometimeduring the week. Students are encouraged to recommend places of inter-est they would like to visit during the semester. The group will decide on

    a one or two night trip outside of Dallas. Presenter: Bill Neal, RichlandCollege InstructorThe Power of Your SelfTalk: Non-creditWhy the things that we say to ourselves are important and how it affects ourhealth, happiness and success in life.Mon 10:0011:30 Sep 13 Sep 27 (3 sessions) Rm C102Course No. 650755 Fee $20

    Are there rules to productive self-talk? Is it words, feelings or both? Canmy self-talk harm me? How can it help me achieve my goals? Can I use itto tap into my imagination for inspiration and vision? Join this fun, insight-ful and interactive class that teaches you the secrets for achieving morehappiness, health, joy and contentment in your life.Presenter: Joanna Rodriguez, Certied Hypnotherapist and Life Coach

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    PLEASE NOTE:To receive free admittance to the tness center, you mustbe taking a credit physical education class. If you are taking a non-creditphysical education class, a membership to the gym must be purchased

    Aquatic Fitness-Beginning Credit (1 hour)

    PHED 1125 8201 TR 7:30-9:20 am Aug 24 Nov 11 Rm PoolNon-Credit Concurrent: 650682This course develops cardiovascular endurance, strength, postural stabilityand exibility. When exercising joints in the water by walking, jogging, usingthe noodle and weights, and running in the pool, all muscles are strength-ened. It exposes students to physical tness, wellness principles and theirrelationship to lifetime tness education. Instructor: Connie Childress

    Aquatic Fitness-Intermediate Credit (1 hour)PHED 2125 8201 TR 7:30-9:20 am Aug 24 Nov 11 Rm PoolNon-Credit Concurrent: 650682 (same as beginning)This course continues the development of cardiovascular endurance,strength, postural stability and exibility. Instructor: Connie Childress

    Cardiovascular Fitness-Intermediate Credit (1 hour)PHED 2138 8501 MW 5:40-7:00 pm 8/23-12/8 Rm G140Non-Credit Concurrent: 650673

    Combine rhythmic movement, strength and exibility, exercise and car-diovascular improvement for total tness. Instructor: Gwen Flood

    Cardiovascular Fitness-Intermediate Credit (1 hour)PHED 2138 8001 TR 9:30-10:50 am Aug 24-12/9 Rm G140Non-Credit Concurrent: 650670

    Aerobics comprises stretching and strength training components in orderto improve exibility, muscle strength and cardiovascular tness for totaltness. Instructor: Ranna Lucas

    Fitness Matwork-Intermediate Credit (1 hour)PHED 2130 8001 MW 7:30-8:50 am 8/23-12/8 Rm G101Non-Credit Concurrent: 650666This class combines several components including cardiovascular exer-cise, muscular strength, endurance, and exibility. Both lecture and matwork are an integral part of this class. Instructor: Bill Neal

    Tai Chi-Beginning Credit (1 hour)PHED 2104 8001 MWF 11:15-12:10 8/23-12/8 Rm G140Non-Credit Concurrent: 650688Tai Chi meditation helps leave your stress behind. This gentle meditation-in-motion relaxes, heals and expands your intuitive abilities. Increasedawareness will harness your energy and enhance your life.Instructor: Rosalyn Dods

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    Tai Chi-Intermediate Credit (1 hour)PHED 2129 8001 MWF 11:15-12:10 8/23-12/8 Rm G101Non-Credit Concurrent: 650688 (same as beginning Tai Chi)Continuation of Tai Chi meditation techniques. Instructor: Rosalyn Dods

    Yoga-Beginning Credit (1 hPHED 2101 8001 TR 11:00-12:20 8/24-12/9 Rm G140Non-Credit Concurrent: 650662Yoga provides techniques to reduce stress and risk of injury and helpsyou gain other health benets to restore harmony and balance to yourentire body. Instructor: Terry Gold

    Yoga-Intermediate Credit (1 ho

    PHED 2126 8001 TR 11:00-12:20 8/24-12/9 Rm G140Non-Credit Concurrent: 650662 (same as beginning)Continuation of Yoga techniques. Instructor: Terry Gold

    TECHNOLOGYLong Before There Was YouTube, There Was U-Tube Non-creditThu 1:30-3:00 Oct 7-Oct 21 (3 sessions)

    Rm C102 Course No. 650733 Fee $14Over the past few hundred years, there have been inventions that radi-cally altered society, yet we dont know much about them. We will covertopics such as the replace and the elevator, and the changes affectinghuman behavior will surprise you. We may even cover the open roof atthe old Globe Theater. Presenter: Dr. Arnold Paddock, Richland CollegePhysics instructor.

    Getting to Know Your Cell Phone Non-creditMon 10:00-11:30 Oct 25-Nov 15 (4 sessions)Rm C102 Course No. 650627 Fee $26Looking for telephone numbers on your cell phone? How can I make mycell phone ring louder? Where is the voicemail? Join us as we demon-strate how to get to your cell phone menu and cell phone features such asContact List, Recent Call List, Settings and more. Learn how to create acontact, how to send a text message and how to take a photograph withyour cell phone. Enrollment limited to 20 students.

    Presenter: Daphne Lee, Computer Coach

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    TRIPSTexas Hill Country The Perfect Getaway

    In recent years, the region has emerged as the center of the Texas wineindustry. We will visit the Fall Creek winery on the way to Fredericksburg.Winston Brown, wine connoisseur, will share wine and grape stories as

    we travel. Well spend the night in Fredericksburg, getting there in time todo some shopping or to tour the Admiral Nimitz Museum. We will chooseour own restaurant for dinner.

    Saturday, we will make the short trip to Kerrville to visit the Museum ofWestern Art where artists follow the traditions of Remington and Russell.On the way home, well visit the Becker Winery.

    Cost of the trip includes transportation only. No cancelations or refundsafter August 27. Bus departs at 7:00 a.m. from parking lot D. Details

    about the motel will be sent later.FriSat 7:00am7:00pm Sep 2425 Course No. 650750 Fee $72Syrup, Oil and RoseMary What a Day Well Have!

    The easy-going rural life of East Texas changed drastically with thediscovery of oil in the early 1930s. A visit to the East Texas Oil Museumin Kilgore houses the re-creation of oil discovery. Here well view thepeople, their towns, their personal habits, their tools and their pastimes.

    These are colorfully depicted in dioramas, movies, sound presentationsand antiques donated by east Texas citizens.

    Well lunch in Kilgore before the drive to Henderson, where well attendthe 21th Annual Heritage Syrup Festival. The highlight of the day is thesyrup makers operating the antique mule-powered equipment to produceold fashioned cane syrup. Other folk artists demonstrate the techniquesof lace, rope and basket-making, blacksmithing, wood carving, quiltingand other old-time survival skills. Folk singers entertain, antique tractors

    whine and local organizations offer a selection of food and beverages.The fee will cover transportation only. Lunch and the $6 fee to the OilMuseum are extra. No cancelations or refunds after October 15. Bus de-parts at 8:00am from Parking lot D.Sat 8am 5:30pm Nov 13 Course No. 650740 Fee $32

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    Note:We will travel on a smaller bus

    so space will be limited.

    Register early for both tripsto reserve your space.

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    EVENTSFREE! Special Event FREE! FOURTH TIMES STILL A CHARM! ThePre-Holiday afternoon social and All that Jazz has been such ahit that its back! We will be entertained by the Richland Jazz Singers. Dr.

    Michael Crawford, Director of Choral Music, promises you will have anopportunity to hear some really great music. Join your emeritus friends,old and new, for a delightful afternoon social. Bring nger food to share.Drinks, serving pieces and cutlery will be provided. Call 972-238-6972 toregister for this free event.Friday, Nov 5, 2:00 3:00 Brazos Gallery, room C140

    FREE! Celebrate Veterans Day!

    Hosted by the Emeritus Program and the Ofce of Student Life.The Great War and ArmisticeThe Great War (also called World War I) ended with an armistice on No-vember 11, 1918. There have been ceremonies of remembrance on thisdate in Britain, Western Europe and the United States ever since. Thepresentation will examine some of the history and battles of this war, aswell as some of its literature. Particular emphasis will be given to the ex-perience of the British Expeditionary Force and how it learned to honor its

    dead. Presenter: Robert Quillin, retired minister and amateur historianof The Great War.Thursday, Nov 11, 11:00-12:20, Brazos Gallery, room C140

    Following the presentation, there will be a reception

    at 12:30 in the student lounge to honor our veterans.

    Call 972-238-6972 to sign on for this free event

    VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESLooking for a purposeful mission in life and time to help others?

    Conversation Partners Coordinator: Dee Ann BensonTake advantage of this opportunity to make a difference!

    Converse with foreign students studying English as asecond language.

    Meet one hour weekly with two or three students.Starts: Wednesday, September 22, 2010Thursday, September 23, 2010

    Ends: November 17, 2010Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m.

    Crockett Hall, room 102 Call 972-761-6734 for Details

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    Evening Conversation Partners Coordinator: Chris Sanders Do you prefer volunteering in the evening?Meet each Wednesday eveningSeptember 22 - November 17, 6:00-7:00 p.m. C110 Call 972-761-6743 for details.

    Reading Assistance Program (RAP)Coordinator: Chris SandersLove to read? Come share your passion.

    Assist two or three foreign students with reading English, grammar,pronunciation and comprehension

    Tuesdays, September 21 November 1612:30-1:30 p.m. in Crockett 102.

    Call 972-761-6743 for details.Tutor/Mentor ProgramCoordinator: Chris SandersLooking for a challenging opportunity to share knowledge of your favoriteschool subject? Here is your chance!

    Tutor Richland students in a major subject: math, accounting,writing/reading, history/government and science.

    Qualications: A degree or expertise in your eld One or two hours per week at a scheduled day/time.All tutoring is in Medina 216.

    Call 972-761-6743 for details.R.E.A.D. (Reading Enhances Academic Development)

    Assist students taking Developmental Reading and ESOL Readingclasses 1 or 2 hours per week.

    One-on-one tutoring in comprehension, vocabulary, criticalthinking and study skills. All tutoring is in Medina 216. Training will be provided. Call 972-761-6743 for details.

    An orientation will precede all of our

    Volunteer Programs.

    Richland students need you and so do we!

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    Conversation Partners... a magic telescope through which

    the students see the U.S. more clearly. As volunteers,

    we see their lands and peoples in a new light. It is very

    rewarding and one of the brightest spots at Richland."

    Jack Lopez Klein

    It just doesnt seem fair that this is so much fun.

    Nancy Nelson

    I have an opportunity to get and give. It is very upliftingto work with students and see their English skills improve.

    It provides me with new friends from other cultures,

    whose viewpoints expand my own humanity and help me

    be a better citizen.

    Ray Richardson

    What excitement it is to listen to a student work to make

    the transition from his native language to English and un-derstand the effort hes making. The students smiles and

    happy greetings to all in the group are compensation that

    all teachers can understand and cherish.

    Mary Ryder

    VolunteersSay...

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    Presbyterian Village North8600 Skyline Drive Dallas 75243

    Presentations are on Monday, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

    or Wednesday, 3:30 to 5 p.m.

    Call 214-355-9001 for directions.

    Presentations are free and open to the publicWe are delighted to join with the Emeritus Program of Richland Collegein this wonderful learning adventure. The series complements the Vil-lages commitment to foster the overall well-being of individuals throughsincere, respectful relationships, diverse life-enriching opportunities and

    encouragement of individuals to develop and share their talents.

    Mon Sept 13 Casablanca The Happy Accident Movie ClassicNationally known lm critic, Larry Ratliff, will use PowerPoint images andmovie clips to re-visit a classic. Hell discuss the happy accident thatresulted in a B-movie capturing the hearts of movie lovers and criticsfor generations. Learn about one of the big screens most unusual lovetriangles (Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman and Paul Henreid). Did you

    know the often-quoted phrase, Play it again, Sam is never actually spo-ken in the lm? Presenter: Larry Ratliff, lm criticWed Sept 22 Is it a Collection or Is It Clutter?Well known author, E. L. Doctorow, has just authored a book about theCollyers, who were the most notorious collectors of junk the world hasever known. They had so much clutter they couldnt walk in their upperEastside Town House. Do you have a lot of collections? Do you have alot of clutter? We all collect for a reason. Just why do we love to surroundourselves with stuff?Presenter: RoseMary Rumbley, author, teacher, and lecturer

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    Presbyterian Village North

    Mon Oct 11 Margaret Thatcher Born above a grocery shop, she roseto be Britains rst woman Prime Minister. The Iron Lady was a formi-dable political opponent and champion of democracy. She is credited

    with a partnership with Ronald Reagan that was to convince Gorbachevto dismantle the mighty Soviet Union. Learn about her Dallas family con-nections, visits to Big D and an update on her retirement. A personalperspective will be offered by the presenter who lived through the eightiesin England. Presenter: Steven Jenkins, Richland College instructorWed Oct 27 Myths, Mysteries and Misconceptions of Hypnosis: TheHistory of Hypnosis and Its Benets in Our Everyday Life.

    Many think of hypnosis as a mystical process that holds power over us ifwe allow some one to cast its spell. Discover the real truth about hypnosisand how it can benet you.Presenter: Joanna Rodriguez, Certied Hypnotherapist and Life CoachMon Nov 8 Julia Child This portrayal of Julia Child, recently depictedin the movie Julie and Julia, takes up where the movie ended, with thepublication of her rst book in the early 60s, and continues until her death

    in 2004. Who doesnt know Julia, who hasnt learned from her, laughedwith and at her, and enjoyed her cheerful exultation of life, and her loveof all things food? Join Arlene Colbert as she takes you through the lasthalf of the 20th century, a la Julia, while weaving together the story of anindomitable icon of our era.Presenter: Arlene Colbert, book reviewer, living history actressWed Nov 17 How Does Your Automobile Work? We answer to the

    question of how you car works and how it sometimes doesnt. We willreview some things your dad taught you and why you should now nallyforget them. If the future is battery power and hybrids, we will explore howthese new technologies work.Presenter: Dr. Arnold Paddock, Richland College Physics instructor.

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    BrookdaleChambrel at Club Hill

    Commitment to Excellence1245 Colonel Drive Garland, TX.

    972-278-8500

    The public is welcome to attend these FREE lectures.

    All presentations will be on third Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m.Please call to reserve your space for each presentation.

    Chambrel at Club Hill is pleased to partner with Richland College to offer

    this complimentary educational series to seniors. Life-long learning is arewarding experience and Chambrels partnership with Richland offers anopportunity to grow and learn regardless of age.

    Chambrel at Club Hill is located on 16 beautiful acres with trees, walk-ing paths, gardens and ponds in Garland. Our goal is to offer much morethan housing and services to our residents. We strive to provide an ex-ceptional living experience. We offer residents plenty of opportunities tobe active and social while respecting their desire for privacy. Chambreloffers a wide range of services to meet the needs, wants and desires ofour residents. We offer all the comforts and benets of homeand noneof the worries!

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    Chambrel at Club Hill

    Tue Sep 21 Texas is a Literary State! There are many Pulitzer Prize win-ners who claim Texas as their state. We have all sorts of literary types inTexas. Were out to prove that there is a literary Texas--a state lled with

    prize winning authors. Texas has class!Presenter: RoseMary Rumbley, author, teacher, and lecturerTue Oct 19 Why Are There 5280 Feet in a Mile? We will investigate unitsof measure, and answer why there are 60 minutes in an hour. If the classgets bored, we will dene A Fifth of Whiskey as a pick me up. If weremember the speakers hobby, we will have to explain the signicanceand origin of 4 foot 8 inches. Presenter: Dr. Arnold Paddock, Richland

    College Physics InstructorTue Nov 16 Casablanca The Happy Accident Movie Classic Nation-ally known lm critic Larry Ratliff will use PowerPoint images and movieclips to re-visit a classic. Hell discuss the happy accident that resultedin a B-movie capturing the hearts of movie lovers and critics for genera-tions. Learn about one of the big screens most unusual love triangles(Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman and Paul Henreid). Did you know the

    often-quoted phrase, Play it again, Sam is never actually spoken in thelm? Presenter: Larry Ratliff, lm critic

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    The Forum at Park Lane - A Five Star Quality Care Community

    Senior Educational Forum Series7831 Park Lane,Dallas, TX. 75225

    214-369-9902

    Please feel free to join us for the Senior Educational Forum Series,on the second Wednesday of each month from 6:45-8:15 p.m.

    Call 214-369-9902 for directions and to reserve your space.

    The Forum at Park Lane is honored to partner with Richland CollegeEmeritus Program in presenting the Senior Educational Forum Series.

    The Forum at Park Lane is committed to helping todays seniors pioneera new frontier in living life to the fullest. Ongoing education is an integralpart of that commitment. The Five Star Quality Care pledge is to putpeople rst. Respecting all they serve, Five Star cultivates a climate ofgrowth, opportunity and empowerment.

    Five Stars Forum at Park Lane is nestled on seven, beautifully- land-scaped acres in the North Park area of Dallas. This uniquely designed

    campus offers a variety of options, including Independent Living, Assist-ed Living, a Healthcare Center for skilled nursing and complete rehabilita-tion facilities.

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    The Forum at Park Lane - A Five Star Quality Care Community

    Wed Sep 8Alice in WonderlandThis is the story of Lewis Carrol and hisbeloved Alice. How did this delightful little girl inuence the old professor?What sort of fascination did she hold? Was the old professor in love with

    Alice? She certainly was in love with him. The story he wrote is captivat-ing--so much so, its now a hit movie. But, the story of his relationshipwith the real Alice is truly enchanting.Presenter: RoseMary Rumbley, author, teacher, and lecturerWed Oct 13 Why Are There 5280 Feet In A Mile? We will investigateunits of measure, and answer why there are 60 minutes in an hour. If theclass gets bored, we will dene A Fifth of Whiskey as a pick me up.

    If we remember the speakers hobby, we will have to explain the signi-cance and origin of 4 foot 8 inches. Presenter: Dr. Arnold Paddock,Richland College Physics InstructorWed Nov 10 Berthe Morisot: Leading Lady of ImpressionismBerthe Morisot, one of the most important Impressionist painters of mod-ern life, was the rst female French painter to be accepted by the Impres-sionist artists in the nineteenth century. She participated in all but one

    of the Impressionist exhibitions, including the rst one in Paris in 1874,exhibiting her work alongside fellow artists Monet and Renoir. Her beauti-ful canvases display the ickering light and spontaneity central to Impres-sionism as she captures the leisurely world of the upper middle- class.Presenter: Elizabeth Simon, Easteld College instructor

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    Christian Care Centers948 Wiggins ParkwayMesquite, TX 75150

    972-698-2600

    Presentations will be on Mondays, 2:30-4:00 p.m.RSVP to 972-698-2600 weekdays between 8a.m-5p.m.

    Life is full of decisions but those commanding a loving, compassionatetouch are the hardest of all. Entrusting your loved one(s) to strangers iseasier if you have condence in your choice. For over 62 years, Chris-tian Care Centers has been caring for seniors with the compassionatecare and dignity they deserve. We currently serve more seniors in the

    Metroplex than any other faith-based, not-for-prot senior care provider.We believe in Wellness of the Whole Person, and every facet of our Con-tinuum of Care reects that mission.Research has shown that healthy aging includes keeping the mind activeand stimulated. It is an honor and privilege for Christian Care Centersto join Richland College in their Emeritus Program, because we believethese programs assist greatly in maintaining mental agility in our seniors.

    We welcome you to join us at Christian Care Centers Greenway VillageRetirement Living Dining Room for the following exciting lectures. Thetopics are varied and we hope that at least one (and hopefully more) willstrike your fancy.

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    Christian Care CentersMon Sep 20 Great Composers, Fascinating Lives! Do you picture thegreat western composers sitting at their pianos writing music day andnight, starving for their art? Dont kid yourselves! Some composers led

    lives of barely concealed scandal that could have kept the National En-quirer in readers for years. Many composers had lives that were quiterespectable on the surface, but hidden from the public were mistresses,lovers, illegitimate children, diseases people didnt talk about, depres-sion, alcohol and drug abuse, court intrigues, rivalries, all the humanweaknesses and foibles we expect from more mortal folks. We will look atsome of these composers and see them both as real human beings andas musical geniuses. Presenter: Gayle Ross, adventuress, world traveler

    Mon Oct 18 What is the 9th Largest City in the USA Doing Here inthe Middle of This Empty Prairie? Other world cities have harbors ormajor rivers. Dallas doesnt, yet in the U.S., we anchor the 4th largestmetropolitan area. We will review the history of this rather young city anddiscover why, as we see how the effect of new technologies will propelthis metroplex into one of the major centers of the world in the future.Presenter: Dr. Arnold Paddock, Richland College Physics instructor.

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    Windsor Senior Living7750 LBJ FreewayDallas, TX 75221

    972-354-4444

    All presentations will be on second Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m.Please call 972-954-4444 or contact

    Amanda Bachman, Director of Sales & Marketing,to reserve your space for each presentation.

    Windsor Senior Living is delighted to become a part of the Emeritus Pro-gram of Richland College. The speaker series compliments our missionto provide living luxury for the young at heart while offering our residentsthe opportunity to learn and grow regardless of their age.

    Windsor Senior Living is an Independent/Retirement Living, AssistedLiving, and Memory/Alzheimers Care community that feels like home.Whether youre sharing experiences or interests with new friends whileplaying a game of bridge in one of our lounges or relaxing with your petin one of our beautifully landscaped gardens, youre going to love thecustomized amenities and pampered lifestyle in the heart of Dallas at TheWindsor!

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    Windsor Senior LivingTue Sept 14 What is the 9th Largest City in the USA Doing Here inthe Middle of This Empty Prairie? Other world cities have harbors ormajor rivers. Dallas doesnt, yet in the U.S., we anchor the 4th largest

    metropolitan area. We will review the history of this rather young city anddiscover why, as we see how the effect of new technologies will propelthis metroplex into one of the major centers of the world in the future.Presenter: Dr. Arnold Paddock, Richland College Physics instructor.Tue Oct 12 When Art Worked: A Look at the Artists of the 1930s WhoWere Paid by the WPAThese artists painted post ofces, designed andbuilt pavilions, wrote and produced plays. The photographers brought the

    public the horrors of the dust bowl and the misery of being hungry. Thewriters told the stories of the suffering during the great depression. Butthe artists were paid to do so with funds from the Roosevelt New Deal!Presenter: RoseMary Rumbley, author, teacher, and lecturerTue Nov 9 Trans-Siberian Railroad: Grand Adventure for the Youngand the Young at Heart What is it really like to take this legendary trainacross one-quarter of the globe? Gayle Ross took the Trans-Zip at the

    beginning of her solo trip around the world. She describes hostile bor-der guards and changing the bogeys. She spent a week in Irkutsk andLake Baikal, Siberia. En route to Moscow she experienced rst-hand thewarmth and generosity of the Russian people. You will get an insiderslook at day-to-day life on the train and learn about the history of this leg-endary rail-line, its routes, costs, and side trips.Presenter: Gayle Ross, world adventurer and travel writer

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    Because today

    is the time of your life.

    Richland College

    Boomers Program

    retired

    Life is changing and so can you with Richlands Boomer Program!These classes were created with you in mind.

    Choose from classes dealing with your work lifeor brush up on your computer skills.

    Learnhow to networkor travel on the cheap!

    Classes are held evenings and weekendsto t your busy schedule.So getRewiredtoday at Richland!

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    Because todayis the time of your life.

    Richland College

    Boomers Program

    To subscribe, visit www.richlandcollege.edu/boomersand click the link in the Get Boomer News! box

    on the right to enter your information.

    We value your privacy.Your information will not be shared

    with anyone outside of Richland College.

    To register for these classes, call 972-238-6146 or 6147.

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    Sign Up forBoomer News E-Newsletter!

    Alerts about the new course offerings

    Reminders of class schedulesNews You Can Use!

    Evening and Weekend Computer ClassesNeed to brush up on your compter skills, but feel uncomfortable

    in a fast-paced class? Sign up for software classes designedfor mature adults. Just $41 per class! Special registration

    process required and limited seating available.Call 972-761-6790 for more information.

    Classes include:Word

    Power PointExcel

    Interner/E-mail/eBayDigital Imaging and Scanning

    Digital Photo Books

    New!

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    WORK LIFEThe Art of Networking and Internet Social Media Non-creditMon/Wed 6:00-8:00 Nov 8-Nov 17 (4 Sessions)Rm TBA Course No. 649023 Fee $35

    Networking is about creating and developing relationships. Word-of-mouth is still the best form of advertising, whether you are advertisingyourself or your business. Networking is one of the most important ac-tivities you need to do to achieve your goals and/ or grow your busi-ness. This class will introduce you to social networking websites such asMySpace, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Instructor: Delores Elder-Jones, retired Richland staff member and entrepreneur.

    eBay Basics Non-creditTue/Thu 6:30-8:30 Sept 21-Oct 5 (5 Sessions)Rm TBA Course No. 649016 Fee $51Want to learn to buy and sell like a pro, conduct online market researchand create eye-catching auctions? Learn all this and more from the eBayexpert. Instructor: Stephanie Inge, certied eBay education specialist.Find Your Passion & Purpose Pursue Your Encore Career

    Sat 9a.m.-1p.m. Oct 2-Oct 9 (2 Sessions) Non-creditRm C102 Course No. 649017 Fee $41Is it time to transition to a new career or a more meaningful type of work?

    Are you eligible but not ready to retire? Assess your readiness for thistransition and start planning for the rest of your life! Textbook