www.ugdsb.on.ca/ConEd

Upper Grand

District School Board

Covering Guelph and Centre Wellington

COURSE GUIDE

FALL 2016

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INFORMATION

CONTINUING EDUCATION FALL 2016

WHAT’S INSIDE PLAR ......................................... 24

Skills Upgrading Program........... 22

English as a Second Language .. 30

School Locations and Maps ....... 42

CREDIT COURSES

Business Essentials Training .............................. 25

Day School ............................ 26

e-Learning .............................. 28

Independent Learning ............ 27

Night School........................... 29

INTEREST & LEISURE COURSES

Archaeology-History Series ...... 3

Guelph ..................................... 4

Guelph Youth & Children ........ 17

Centre Wellington................... 20

Registration Form................... 43

Registration Information ........... 2

View this Course Guide online at:

www.ugdsb.on.ca/ConEd

News & Notes

Upper Grand

District School Board

Payment must accompany your

registration

Fees payable to: Continuing

Education

Add 13% HST where applicable for

General Interest courses

No post-dated cheques

Cash, cheque, debit, Visa or

MasterCard accepted

Full refund if course cancelled by

Continuing Education

A $10 fee, plus any classes, applies

to all withdrawals and refunds

No refund on one night courses

Failure to attend is not considered a

withdrawal - discounts, refunds or

make up classes will not be issued

Supply fee included in course cost is

non-refundable unless course is

cancelled

Credit course text book deposit fees

are refundable in full upon return of

course texts

Attend first class, unless notified -

check start date of class

You will be notified of cancelled

classes by e-mail

First come, first served

You are not registered for a class

unless payment has been received

No smoking on school property

We will attempt to reschedule any

classes cancelled due to school closure or inclement weather

No classes on statutory holidays or

P.D. days unless otherwise stated

Check receipt for excluded dates or

supply lists

Are you interested in becoming an instructor in our growing General Interest Program? Share with others your specific skills, special interests, and unique talents. Call 519-836-7280 ext.613.

INSTRUCTORS WANTED

Watch for our Winter/Spring 2017 Course Guide in December 2016 or view online at:

www.ugdsb.on.ca/ConEd

FEE PAYING

REFUND POLICY

GENERAL POLICIES

Continuing Education serves all residents in and around

Wellington and Dufferin Counties

Continuing Education is an adult secondary school with the Upper

Grand District School Board

Contact Us: Address: 1428 Gordon St.. Guelph, ON N1L 1C8

Phone/Fax: 519-836-7280 / 519-837-0244

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9 am-4 pm

Principal - Julie Bodiam

Vice Principal - Steve Wynen

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ARCHAEOLOGY – HISTORY LECTURE SERIES

FALL 2016

Monday, September 19 – Hugh Brewster, Historian and author of books about the Titanic and Princess

Anastasia, among others GILDED LIVES, FATAL VOYAGE: THE TITANIC’S PASSENGERS AND THEIR WORLD

Hugh Brewster also worked with underwater explorer Robert Ballard on his 1987 book “The Discovery of the

Titanic”

Monday, September 26 – Graham Ford, Cyclist and Amateur Historian THE SECOND BEST WAY TO SEE THE ERIE CANAL IS BY BICYCLE

The best way is of course by boat. To follow the Erie Canal is to trace the early American industrial

revolution. Linking New York and Albany to the tiny village of Buffalo, it opened up the heartland of the

continent.

Monday, October 3 – Dr. Catharine Wilson, Department of History, University of Guelph TRUE STORIES OF LOVE AND LOSS: THE RURAL DIARY ARCHIVE WEBSITE

Rural Ontario men and women wrote captivating diaries between 1800 and 1960. Meet some of these diarists

from Wellington County and elsewhere. Learn how the website is a rich resource for future researchers and a

great reading and transcribing experience for those interested in daily life in the past.

Monday, October 17 – Dr. Scott Gallimore, Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies, Wilfrid

Laurier University SIGNIFICANT OR INSIGNIFICANT? THE IMPACT OF DISASTERS ON THE

ARCHAEOLOGICAL RECORD

Archaeologist Scott Gallimore takes the audience on a global survey of ancient sites: from the Toba super

eruption of 70,000 years ago, to Bronze Age European sites, to the mystery cloud of A.D. 536, to Ceren in

El Salvador (around A.D. 600), to the Tambora eruption of 1815 in Indonesia and early modern eruptions in

Iceland.

Monday, October 24 – Dr. Karljürgen Feuerherm, Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies,

Wilfrid Laurier University THE ALCHEMISTS OF THE WESTERN WORLD: WIZARDS, CHARLATANS, OR

SCIENTISTS?

Dr. Feuerherm will look at the roots of alchemy’s two-thousand year plus tradition, its development, and its

spiritual foundation. He will examine the question of the transmutation of lead into gold, the Philosopher’s

Stone, and the Elixir of Life.

Monday, November 7 – Dr. Susan Douglas, School of Fine Art and Music, University of Guelph TATTOOS REVEALED

Art Historian, Dr. Susan Douglas, draws on her expertise in contemporary art and culture in this lively and

informative talk on the history of tattooing and tattoo imagery in visual culture.

Monday, November 14 – Catherine Ollerhead de Santis, Historian and Vice Chair, Richard III Society of

Canada DIVORCED, BEHEADED, DIED…DIVORCED, BEHEADED, SURVIVED!

Henry VIII and his six wives exposed!!!

SERIES FACILITATORS – Ken and JoAnne Oldridge

The cost of the series is $50.00 (plus HST)

Lectures will be held at Centennial C.V.I., 289 College Ave. W., Guelph, Rm B104

Lectures will begin at 7:30 p.m. and end approx. at 9:30 p.m.

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ACRYLIC PAINTING - BEGINNERS (DAYTIME) Join this beginner art course and learn the fundamentals of art from the basics of perspective to the three-dimensional. Acrylic paint and pencils will be the mediums used. Supply list will be provided with receipt. Tue Nov 1-Dec 13 1-3:30 pm 7 classes $105.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Blanca Canales PR-2103 ACRYLIC PAINTING-INTERMEDIATE (DAYTIME) In this open studio workshop students will further their exploration of acrylic painting with the guidance of an experienced art teacher. Bring your own projects and ‘works in progress’ to class. Supply list will be provided with receipt. Tue Nov 1-Dec 13 9:30-12:30 pm 7 classes $126.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Blanca Canales PR-2104 DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS This course covers the fundamentals of drawing through still life, portrait and life drawing. New techniques will be introduced in each class followed by an opportunity to practice these skills in a full drawing. Personal guidance from the instructor is available and no experience is necessary. Supply list will be provided with receipt. Thu Sep 22-Nov 24 7:30-9:30 pm 8 classes $85.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Jane Finoro PR-2083 OIL PAINTING In this introductory course you will learn about colour mixing, the creation of depth and three-dimensional effects using oil paints. Students create their paintings using subject matter of their choice. Drawing skills are not a prerequisite. Supplies are included in the course cost. Please bring rags and a small jar (for solvents) to the first class. Returning students welcome and the supply fee won't be charged. Thu Sep 29-Nov 3 7-9:30 pm 6 classes $150.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 201 Scott Abbott PR-2042 WATERCOLOUR PAINTING Discover this sensuous, translucent and flowing medium! Allow yourself to be creative, playful, spontaneous, messy and have fun with learning basic and experimental watercolour techniques. Enjoy practicing new skills in creating your unique landscape, still life or abstract pictures. Supplies are included in the course cost. Please bring rags and a small jar to the first class. Wed Oct 5-Nov 30 7-9 pm 8 classes $160.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 201 Yulia Balobanova PR-2282

BOXED CARD WORKSHOP Do you want to make cards as gifts? Tobi will inspire you to create the most beautiful cards that you will love to give away; they will surely be treasured as keepsakes as well! During this class you will be creating new popular box cards. A $20.00 material fee is payable at the class - all supplies included. Tue Nov 29 6:30-8:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Tobi Oluwole PR-2261 BRAIDED NECKLACE Need a quick holiday gift or something unique to wear? Why not try a lucet style braided scarf/necklace made with your own fancy leftover fibres? In this class you will learn the basic square braid by making a small sample in the fibre provided. Bring your yarn and lucet or use BEADADDICT’s in house Ducette® to make a scarflace. All skill levels are invited! Tue Dec 13 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST College Heights SS - Staff Room Roxann Blazetich-Ozols PR-2041

CROCHET BEGINNER BASICS If you are a beginner to crochet and want to experiment with the basic stitches, then this is your opportunity to have some fun too! Come to class with your own hooks and some fibres so that you can learn the fundamentals of this versatile technique by doing a few small projects using the information provided by the instructor. Tue Sep 27-Oct 18 7-9 pm 4 classes $60.00 + HST College Heights SS - Staff Room Roxann Blazetich-Ozols PR-2037 ENCHANTED FALL INDOOR PLANTER Enjoy creating an indoor planter that will brighten your home for the fall season and many more seasons to come! We will incorporate fairy gardening accessories to add magic and interest to our planter along with fall gourds that can be removed after the fall season. You will choose from a variety of indoor plants, decorative rocks and moss to design your piece. A $55.00 material fee is payable at the class - all materials included. www.fleuristic.com Wed Oct 5 6:30-7:30 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Fleuristic Garden & Flower Studio, 739 Woolwich Street Guelph PR-2281 FUSED GLASS WORKSHOP Join Steph for her popular Fused Glass class where you will complete a beautiful bowl, plate or vase. You will learn how to cut glass and then choose the colours you prefer. To see Steph's work, go to www.stephsmosaics.weebly.com. A $90.00 material fee is payable at the first class - all supplies included. Wed Oct 5-Oct 12 7-9:30 pm 2 classes $15.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Steph Howe PR-2027 Wed Nov 23-Nov 30 7-9:30 pm 2 classes $15.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Steph Howe PR-2030 GLASS XMAS ORNAMENTS Learn how to cut glass to create your own unique Christmas tree ornaments using fused glass and glass frit (glass powder)! You will walk away with 3 or 4 ornaments to keep for yourself or give as gifts. A $60.00 material fee is payable to the instructor - all supplies included. Mon Nov 14 7-9:30 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Steph Howe PR-2162 Mon Dec 5 7-9:30 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Steph Howe PR-2163 MACRAMÉ WALL HANGING WORKSHOP In this workshop, you will learn how to make yarn from recycled t-shirts using basic macramé knots to create your own beautiful wall hanging! You just need to bring a pair of large scissors along with 2 - 3 recycled 100% cotton t-shirts (Large or XL) and Yulia will provide the rest! Tue Oct 13-Oct 20 6:30-8:30 pm 2 classes $60.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Yulia Balobanova PR-2280 MIDI RING SET Step into a jeweler's studio and create your very own set of MIDI Rings. No experience necessary. Students will be shown how to create up to 5 of these popular petite bands using .925 sterling silver. Learn how to measure, file, solder, sand and polish your creations. A selection of styles and textures will be demonstrated by instructor. Bring ring size(s) if creating bands for someone else. Please do not wear loose clothes or jewelry and have long hair tied back. A $80 material fee is payable to the instructor. 5 grams of sterling silver are included in fee. Check out Laurie's website: www.truformjewelry.com Sat Oct 8 12:30-3:30 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Laurie's Studio: Belwood, ON Laurie Stevenson Bullock PR-2164

ARTS & CRAFTS

ARTS

CRAFTS

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MOCCASINS AND MORE Students will work with Glenn to make a pair of deer hide moccasins in the traditional Ojibway way from scratch. You will be shown how to select leather, size, mark, cut and punch hides for assembly. Work systematically over the course of each session to assemble the moccasins including insoles, vamps and cuffs. Students will take away their completed shoes along with a template and written instructions for making more on their own. A $25.00 supply fee is payable to instructor first night. Mon Dec 5-Dec 12 6:30-9:30 pm 2 classes $48.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 201 Glenn Trivett PR-2147 MOSAIC STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP Create your own masterpiece with award winning artist Steph Howe. In two classes you will take home a mosaic stained glass window approximately 14x12 inches. To see Steph's work, go to www.stephsmosaics.weebly.com. An $90.00 material fee is payable at the first class - all supplies included. Wed Sep 21-Sep 28 7-9:30 pm 2 classes $15.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Steph Howe PR-2026 Wed Oct 26-Nov 2 7-9:30 pm 2 classes $15.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Steph Howe PR-2029 NO SEW BRAIDED HAT If you don’t crochet or knit and still love fibre, there is another option for you to make a hat. The ancient braiding tool called the lucet has been updated to include two styles into one. This will come in handy to make a hat using both ends of BEADADDICT’s Ducette®. First you will make a sample of a square braid in fibre provided then move on to make the hat with your own yarn. As this design encompasses two techniques, your hat should be completed in the second week. Tue Nov 29-Dec 6 7-9 pm 2 classes $45.00 + HST College Heights SS - Staff Room Roxann Blazetich-Ozols PR-2040 NO SEW BRAIDED MUG MAT Discover a new way to use lucet braiding by making a mug mat without sewing! This unique technique involves creating a braid that is then braided to itself. In this class you will learn the square lucet style braid by making a small sample in the fibre provided. Bring your own yarn and lucet or use BEADADDICT’s in house Ducette® to make a mat. All skill levels are invited! Tue Nov 22 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST College Heights SS - Staff Room Roxann Blazetich-Ozols PR-2039 PAPER FLOWER WORKSHOP Creating flowers from paper is very trendy and super fun! In just a few hours, you will learn how to create one of these beautiful blooms for your home or to give as a gift. Supply list will be provided on your receipt. Mon Oct 3 6:30-8:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Tobi Oluwole PR-2260 PYSANKA ART - UKRAINIAN EASTER EGGS Learn the art of Pysanka, a beautiful wax and dye art done on raw eggs. All the basics of the step by step process will be taught. Tools, dyes and wax used during class are included in the cost. Please bring your own eggs, half dozen required. Tools, dyes and wax for home use will be available for purchase for those who wish to further practice and develop their skill at home. Tue Sep 20-Oct 11 7-9:30 pm 4 classes $60.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Irene Hanuta PR-2043

RUG HOOKING Choose a design and begin! The rug patterns that will be provided are 27x34 inches; there will be a selection to choose from. Please bring 3-4 balls of acrylic chunky yarn in the colours that you would like to use in your project. Once you have chosen your design, Steph will help you determine how much yarn you will need to complete your rug. A project this size takes approximately 800 grams of yarn. A $50.00 material fee payable at first class. Wed Oct 19 7-9:30pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Steph Howe PR-2028 TEACUP FLOWER DESIGN WORKSHOP The Flower Girls from Fleuristic will guide you in creating a colourful floral arrangement in a delightful vintage teacup! Learn to design with oasis floral foam and take away your learning's to continue creating at home. A fun filled evening to share with a friend or treat yourself! A $30.00 material fee is payable at the class - all materials included. www.fleuristic.com Wed Sep 28 6:30-7:30 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Fleuristic Garden & Flower Studio, 739 Woolwich Street, Guelph PR-2269 TORCH ENAMELED HOLIDAY PENDANT Have fun creating your very own Holiday Pendant. Wear it, use it to top a present or hang on your tree - the possibilities are endless! No experience necessary. Try your hand at torch enameling on copper then add a holiday themed image and finish it with resin. A selection of styles and finishes will be demonstrated by instructor. Please do not wear loose clothing or jewelry and have long hair tied back. Due to curing time, students will need to return for pick up. A $55 material fee is payable to instructor. Check out Laurie's website: www.truformjewelry.com Sat Nov 12 12:30-3:30 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Laurie's Studio: Belwood, ON Laurie Stevenson Bullock PR-2276 TUNISIAN CROCHET An interesting variation on our old favourite crochet is the "Tunisian" version. Bring along your own hook(s) and some fibres as we experiment with this densely woven style to make a simple project each week. Thu Oct 20-Oct 27 7-9 pm 2 classes $45.00 + HST College Heights SS - Staff Room Roxann Blazetich-Ozols PR-2038 WOODWORKING - BEGINNER Pat Daly will teach you carpentry skills, how to use the machinery, hand tools and instruct you on how to finish your project. Beginners will learn the basics. Bring your plans or ideas for a simple project and a $10 supply fee to class. The more advanced students will also construct a project of their choice. Supplies will be discussed the first night. No storage available. Tue Sep 27-Dec 13 6:45-9:15 pm 12 classes $150.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm E115 Pat Daly PR-2052 WOODWORKING - INTERMEDIATE This course is for those who have taken the beginner course or who have previous experience. Bring your own plans or ideas and a $10 supply fee to class. No storage available Tue Sep 27-Dec 13 8-10:30 pm 12 classes $150.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm E115 Pat Daly PR-2053

CRAFTS

CRAFTS

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Welcome to “Lotions, Potions and Balms”! This is not wizardry school, but in these workshops you will discover the secrets of making your own personal care products. These recipes are quick and easy and nearly all ingredients can be found at your local grocer. Best of all, you can personalize them to suit your own senses. You will walk away from the workshop with creatively packaged products for yourself, or to give as gifts. LOTIONS, POTIONS & BALMS: CITRUS HAND SCRUB WORKSHOP Keep this one by your kitchen sink! After hard work in the garden, in the kitchen, or during a cold dry winter, simply scrub a dollop of this all over your hands and wrists for an invigorating treat. A $30 material fee is payable at the class. Wed Sep 28 7-9 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 209 Lisa Nevar-Landsmann PR-2135 LOTIONS, POTIONS & BALMS: LIP BALM WORKSHOP Ideal for lips, cuticles, smile lines, flyaway hair and even rubbed on cheeks when outdoors in the cold weather! A $30 material fee is payable at the class. Wed Oct 19 7-9 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 209 Lisa Nevar-Landsmann PR-2136 LOTIONS, POTIONS & BALMS: PIT PASTE WORKSHOP Spread it and forget it! Scoop a fingerful, smear in your pits and get dressed. A $30 material fee is payable at the class. Wed Nov 16 7-9 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 209 Lisa Nevar-Landsmann PR-2137 MAKE-UP ARTISTRY From everyday make-up to a glamorous night out and everything in between, learn how to do it yourself. Charlotte, a professional makeup artist, will teach you how to highlight your best features and create a variety of looks to bring out the most beautiful you for any occasion. There will be a focus on the importance of nice eyebrows and how to shape and/or create them to best suit your face. We will be taking an in-depth look at what is in your makeup bag: what is taking up space and what you will want to make room for. Please bring your makeup bag and a hand held mirror to the first class. Tue Oct 11-Nov 1 7-9 pm 4 classes $68.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 210 Charlotte Barker PR-2267 SMOKEY EYES Charlotte, a professional makeup artist, will help you master the art of blending and creating the perfect smoky eye. Learn this iconic make-up design and experiment with different tools, products and styles to discover how to seduce, smoulder and captivate! Please bring your makeup bag and a hand held mirror to the class. Tue Nov 22 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 210 Charlotte Barker PR-2268

SOAP MAKING 101 Learn the fundamentals of Traditional Soap Making in this hands- on workshop where you will learn the techniques, ingredients and equipment needed to make your own sudsy bars. We will touch on some "fun science" (the backbone of soap making), the differences in ingredients, soap making methods and techniques to then create your own custom bars. Participants will mix, customize and mold your own bars to take home. A $50 material fee is payable at the first class - all supplies and handouts included. Participants must wear long sleeves, closed toe shoes and an apron/smock. Wed Sep 21 7-9:30 1 class $15.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 209 Linda Boyle PR-2106 Wed Oct 12 7-9:30 1 class $15.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 209 Linda Boyle PR-2107 Wed Oct 26 7-9:30 1 class $15.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 209 Linda Boyle PR-2108 Wed Nov 2 7-9:30 1 class $15.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 209 Linda Boyle PR-2109 Wed Nov 23 7-9:30 1 class $15.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 209 Linda Boyle PR-2110

CAREER PATH FOR YOUR PERSONALITY TYPE Are you thinking of a career transition or shift? Do you want to know what occupations and job families are a good fit for your MBTI® Personality Type? By using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) CAREER REPORT in this workshop, we explore how your personality type may affect your career choices. We will identify 16 different personality types that better describe people and the different methods we do things. We will assess what types of tasks and kinds of environment that will help you feel more comfortable in your day-to-day work while being able to express your natural preferences. This workshop will help you identify strengths of your personality type in the career search process. Start planning your career development strategy to increase your job satisfaction. Note: You will be provided with an individualized MBTI® CAREER report based on your personality type. Participants will be sent a confidential login and password to go online and simply answer some multiple choice questions prior to the workshop. Sat Nov 12 9:30am-1:30pm 1 class $67.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Nerissa Knapp, MBA, AccFM PR-2188 TIME MANAGEMENT Do you feel like there are never enough hours in a day? Once you start your day, does it work out as planned? Are you a procrastinator and/or a perfectionist? Learn some tips to plan and use your time more efficiently. Wed Nov 23 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Cathy Mendler PR-2025 BASIC BOOKKEEPING AND ACCOUNTING This beginner's course focuses on the accounting cycle of a service business. Learn how to analyze transactions to be entered in the general journal, how to post to ledger accounts, and how to prepare a trial balance. Payroll entries and government reporting requirements will be briefly covered. At the end of the course you will be able to calculate the adjusting entries for capital cost allowance, prepare a worksheet and financial statements, and close the appropriate ledger accounts. Supplies are included in the course fee. Thu Sep 29-Dec 1 7-9 pm 10 classes $120.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 8 Rosa Maria Melendez PR-2116

BEAUTY, CAREER SKILLS

BEAUTY

CAREER SKILLS

Learn more about our instructor... ...Long-time nature enthusiast and yoga teacher, Lisa Nevar-Landsmann went looking for safe, healthy, affordable and easy to access alternatives to store-bought personal care products. For several years now, she has enjoyed making products for her family, friends and small-scale sales. Now, she shares her best-loved recipes with you.

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BULLYING IN THE WORKPLACE Bullying - it’s not child’s play. Learn how to spot the behaviours and protect yourself. Adult bullying is an anxiety producing and counter-productive activity in any adult relationship, especially those in the workplace. If you have been (or are being) bullied, this workshop will give you the tools to support and stand up for yourself. Thu Sep 29 7-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Christine Stevens-Gopsill PR-2159 DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE PART I Throughout our day we interact with many different kinds of people. Some of these people can be difficult to deal with. How we handle difficult people can often determine the outcomes. This course will offer some insight and strategies for handling these situations. Thu Oct 6 7-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Christine Stevens-Gopsill PR-2160 DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE PART II This workshop will be especially helpful for you to take after you have attended Dealing with Difficult People Part I. This follow up workshop will be activity based where you will learn verbal, written and physical ways to deal with a difficult person. For this session you will be required to interact with others in the class. Thu Oct 20 7-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Christine Stevens-Gopsill PR-2161 MOVING FROM CONFLICT TO PRODUCTIVITY Would you like to learn how conflict can be productive? Discover how you handle conflict. Do you quiver at conflict or welcome it? By using the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI®) in this workshop, you will assess an individual’s behaviour in conflict situations. We will examine 5 primary conflict-handling styles that affect personal and group dynamics. You will assess common conflict situations and recognize different conflict modes used. You will develop an action plan to manage conflict productively. Turn conflict into an opportunity to develop better personal and professional relationships, improve team performance and productivity. Note: You will be provided with an individualized TKI® Interpretive report on your Conflict Handling Styles. Participants will be sent a confidential login and password to go online and simply answer some multiple choice questions prior to the workshop. Sat Oct 22 9:30am-12:30pm 1 class $67.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Nerissa Knapp, MBA, AccFM PR-2175

EVERNOTE This active class will help you understand what Evernote is and why so many people love to use it. Evernote is an easy to learn, free application that helps you manage all of your information synced across your PC, laptop, mobile devices and tablets. Find ways that Evernote can help you manage the details of your life. Bring your laptop to explore this application through hands on activities. Tablets and Smartphones will not be supported in this class. Wed Oct 19 6:30-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 8 Lisa Taddeo PR-2075

FACEBOOK: SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BUSINESS Learn the “ins” and “outs” of Facebook to help promote your business. This one evening course will teach you how to optimize your social media connections in order to communicate, share information and network with others. Wed Oct 5 6:30-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 8 Lisa Taddeo PR-2076 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS, EMAIL & INTERNET (DAYTIME) The relaxed approach of this course is ideal for seniors or beginners. Learn how to manage files and folders. Navigate your way around the World Wide Web with Internet Explorer. Learn how to use Email and search engines to find and download information, images and free programs. This course is designed for Windows based computers only (not suitable for Mac). Thu Sep 29-Nov 3 1:30-3:30 pm 6 classes $90.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Mary Hughes PR-2077 MICROSOFT ONENOTE This course is an overview of the power of OneNote 2010. We'll practice capturing our ideas, notes, plans, Web sites, contacts, documents, to-do lists etc. into one central place - a "OneNote" notebook. We'll create and share `notebooks’ for training, presentations, travel, shared team projects…the possibilities are endless. Ditch the post-its and scribbled notes. OneNote is easy to learn! Access your `notebooks’ on all of your computers and devices to add information on the go. Bring your laptop with Microsoft OneNote 2010 to class. Wed Nov 2 6:30-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 8 Lisa Taddeo PR-2080 SAGE 50 PART I This course is designed to provide hands-on experience in computerized accounting. Learn how to enter transactions, create accounts, print reports and export to Excel. Topics include: General Ledger, AP, AR, Month/Year End Processing, and Banking modules; and setting up a company. Nelson textbook and trial software is included. Knowledge of basic accounting and time outside of class is required. Wed Sep 14-Nov 2 7-9:30 pm 8 classes $275.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 7 Irene Hanuta PR-2044 SAGE 50 PART II This 6 week course will build on the previous Part I course. Learn how to set up and use the Payroll, Inventory, Banking, Divisions (Projects), Multiple Currencies modules, setting up a company from a template, how to modify forms and set up security for more than one user. Time outside of class is required. Textbook from Part I will be used. Wed Nov 9-Dec 14 7-9:30 pm 6 classes $120.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 7 Irene Hanuta PR-2045 QUICKBOOKS PREMIER 2015 In this hands-on course, you’ll learn how to create and print invoices, receipts and statements; track payables, inventory and receivables; create estimates; and generate reports. You will also learn how to set up a chart of accounts; reconcile a checking account; and set up payroll, edit employee data, process payroll and government data. Basic computer knowledge required. Thu Oct 20-Nov 24 7-9:30 pm 6 classes $150.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Jo Anne Ryks PR-2434

COMPUTERS

CAREER SKILLS

www.learningforyou.ca

New courses and workshops come up

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EXCEL (DAYTIME OR EVENING) Discover the power of a MS Excel spreadsheet. Learn how to design, edit and format spreadsheets. Explore formula and function techniques and enhance your spreadsheets to create a professional appearance. This class will have theory as well as time for hands-on practice. Tue Oct 11-Oct 25 6:30-9:30 pm 3 classes $112.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Jane Finoro PR-2085 Wed Oct 26-Nov 9 1:30-4:30 pm 3 classes $112.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Roblin May PR-2084 Wed Nov 9-Nov 23 6:30-9:30 pm 3 classes $112.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 8 Lisa Taddeo PR-2086 WORD (DAYTIME OR EVENING) Learn to create, edit and format documents in MS Word. Tue Sep 20-Oct 4 1:30-4:30 pm 3 classes $112.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Roblin May PR-2087 Tue Sep 20-Oct 4 6:30-9:30 pm 3 classes $112.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Jane Finoro PR-2088 Tue Oct 18-Nov 1 6:30-9:30 pm 3 classes $112.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 8 Lisa Taddeo PR-2089 EXCEL CHARTS, FUNCTIONS AND FILTERS (DAYTIME) This course is recommended for those Excel users who would like to cover more than just the basics. MS Excel's automated formula and charting features will be covered. Wed Nov 23-Dec 7 1:30-4:30 pm 3 classes $97.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Roblin May PR-2090 WORD (MAIL MERGE, TABLES AND CLIP ART) (DAYTIME) Need a more advanced Word course? Discover how easy it is to use Microsoft Word to create personalized documents for mass mailings. Learn to use MS Word’s table feature to organize and present data. Also included is inserting and formatting clip art to enhance your document. Tue Oct 25-Nov 8 1:30-4:30 pm 3 classes $97.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Roblin May PR-2091

CPR - INFANT & CHILD This course teaches lifesaving skills to parents, child-care providers, grandparents or family members of infants and children. Learn techniques to keep blood and oxygen flowing when the heart stops beating or there is an airway obstruction. Demonstrations and practice of infant and child CPR with the management of an infant or child choking - conscious or unconscious, is also covered. Couples welcome with infants under 12 months old. You will be certified for CPR Level B upon completion. Mon Nov 7 6:30-9 pm 1 class $45.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Jay Hahn PR-2059

STANDARD FIRST AID This is an extensive 2 day course offering cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR skills which includes a wide range of first aid skills for those who need training due to work requirements and are looking for more information to respond to emergencies at home with the most current and up to date CPR guidelines. Learn the latest methods for choking management and CPR for adults, children and infants, (CPR Level C). Course includes basic Automatic External Defibrillation (AED) certification. Taught by a Red Cross certified first aid instructor, the standard first aid certification is WSIB-recognized and valid for 3 years upon successful completion. Please bring an exercise pad or blanket, and a pen. Sat & Sun Oct 1-Oct 2 9am-5pm 2 classes $145.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Rene Ottier PR-2132

BELLY DANCING This Egyptian style of Belly Dancing is open to all ages, sizes and fitness levels. Come and take an unforgettable Middle Eastern journey while toning muscles and improving your posture. Voula is an accomplished instructor, choreographer and artistic director...she will inspire you! Please wear leotards or leggings and bring a large scarf. Thu Sep 29-Nov 17 7-8 pm 8 classes $70.00 + HST King George PS - Gym Voula Valedis PR-2057 StaMANa This is a theatrical performing art DANCE course that enriches our spirits within us, created by the movement of the human body. Unimaginable possibilities, the freedom of oneself with a full range of deep emotions. Experience the spellbinding movements fueled by the fiery passion of each sultry drumbeat. Let the rhythms move you from one culture to another as you travel through the unique language of DANCE. Voula is an accomplished instructor, choreographer and artistic director...she will inspire you! StaMANa created by Voula for MEN ONLY. Thu Sep 29-Oct 20 8:15-9:15 pm 4 classes $40.00 + HST King George PS - Gym Voula Valedis PR-2058 SQUARE DANCING - BEGINNER Come on out on September 20th for our Square Dancing Open House. Meet new friends, have fun, get fit and start a brand new hobby. Modern Square Dance is enjoyed by thousands of people world-wide. Unravel the mystery of Alamo ring and box the gnat and join caller extraordinaire Dave Williamson as he guides you through the calls for Basic level square dancing. You may sign up with or without a partner. Wear comfortable, cool clothing. No outside shoes in the gym. Tue Sep 27-Dec 13 7:30-9 pm 12 classes $70.80 + HST Paisley Road PS - Gym Dave Williamson PR-2011 SQUARE DANCING - MAINSTREAM This course will reinforce the moves taught in basic square dance and introduce some of the moves from Plus dance, the next level. Join with members of the Royal City Square Dance Club on special outings to other clubs-to be determined. You may sign up with or without a partner. Wear comfortable, cool clothing. No outside shoes in the gym. Prerequisite: Square Dancing Beginner and Mainstream Part 1 or some modern square dancing experience. Tue Sep 27-Dec 13 8:30-10 pm 12 classes $70.80 + HST Paisley Road PS - Gym Dave Williamson PR-2012 LINE DANCING & MORE This class will focus on the most popular Country and other 'pattern' dances and will introduce many of the basic moves necessary for Line Dancing. Of course, there will be lots of great music and a fun exercise time for all. You never need a partner but you can bring all your friends! Fri Sep 30-Nov 18 10:30-11:30am 8 classes $60.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Nancy Revie PR-1985

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CORE FIT An effective body sculpting workout using ballet principles to improve tone, strength, flexibility, posture and body confidence. No dance experience needed. Tue Sep 20-Dec 6 9:30-10:30 am 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Christine Osborne PR-1915 BLT - BUTT, LEGS & THIGHS No, this is not Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato! This class will have you lunging, squatting and lifting your way to a shapelier butt and legs. We will also include 20 minutes of core exercises to help strengthen the abdominals and lower back, and finish off the class with some great stretches to elongate those lower body muscles. Please wear proper footwear, comfortable clothing, and bring a mat and water bottle. Tue Sep 20-Dec 13 7-8 pm 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Sue Larson, CFI PR-1898 BODY BLAST Are you ready for a total body workout? All muscle groups will be worked using both body weight exercises and hand held free weights. Focus will be on form first, then repetitions. Finish off the class with a total body stretch. Bring a water bottle, proper attire, and a floor mat. Mon Sep 19-Dec 19 7-8 pm 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Sue Larson, CFI PR-1896 CIRCUIT TRAINING Whether you are just beginning an exercise program or want a change of pace from your regular routine, this class is for you. Alternating stations of cardio and muscle conditioning allows for a full workout. Weights and body bars will be provided. Please wear appropriate clothing, and bring a water bottle and towel to class. Mon Sep 19-Dec 19 8-9 pm 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Sue Larson, CFI PR-1897 Wed Sep 21-Dec 14 6-7 pm 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Sue Larson, CFI PR-1900 DANCE FITNESS (DAYTIME) A gentle effective workout incorporating dance moves that will keep you moving and grooving to the beat. No dance experience needed. All levels welcome. Thu Sep 22-Dec 8 9:30-10:30 am 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Christine Osborne PR-1918 FITNESS BOXING/MUSCLE TONING This workout includes moves from boxing and martial arts set to music at a pace everyone can follow. We will also include some muscle toning using weights for a great overall workout. Thu Sep 22-Dec 15 7-8 pm 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Sue Larson, CFI PR-1901 FITNESS OVER FIFTY (DAYTIME) This gentle “easy does it” session gives the whole body a workout to music including simple dance moves, strengthening exercises and finishing with stretches and relaxation. Please bring a water bottle. Mon Sep 19-Dec 12 9:30-10:30 am 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Christine Osborne PR-1912 Wed Sep 21-Dec 7 9:30-10:30 am 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Christine Osborne PR-1916 Wed Sep 21-Dec 7 10:30-11:30 am 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Christine Osborne PR-1917

HULA HOOP FITNESS Enjoy a full body workout using a hula hoop. Exercise and have fun! Please sign up by Sept 20 to guarantee your hoop for the first class. If you are a returning student, please let us know that you will be bringing your own hoop. Otherwise, a hoop will be provided for you for $30.00 payable to the instructor the first day of classes. Bring a water bottle to class. Tue Sep 27-Nov 29 7:15-8:15 pm 10 classes $60.00 + HST King George PS - Gym Victoria Bonanno PR-2013 MAT PILATES Work on your balance, strength and flexibility. These Pilates exercises will tone your body while improving your posture while strengthening back and core muscles. This workout is great for men or women. Bring a water bottle, mat or large towel to class. Mon Sep 19-Dec 19 6-7 pm 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Sue Larson, CFI PR-1895 NORDIC WALKING - BEGINNER (DAYTIME) Walk yourself to fitness with this increasingly popular sport. The use of poles provides a total body toning, cardio workout and weight loss program, which incorporates 90% of your muscles. Poles will be provided for use during the classes. Mon Sep 19-Oct 17 11 am-12 pm 4 classes $36.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Christine Osborne PR-1913 NORDIC WALKING - EXPERIENCED (DAYTIME) This is ideal for those who have completed the beginner course, and will involve more challenging hikes at a faster pace. A wonderful way for perfecting your technique. Poles are available for use during the classes. Mon Oct 24-Nov 14 11 am-12 pm 4 classes $36.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Christine Osborne PR-1914 PILATES AND RELAXATION FOR BEGINNERS Pilates is respected by fitness and health practitioners worldwide. This technique will give you greater strength, flexibility and endurance while focusing on deep core muscles and postural alignment. Classes are designed to reduce stress and some forms of back pain. Please bring a mat and water bottle to class. Tue Sep 20-Nov 22 7:30-8:30 pm 10 classes $80.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Fitness Centre Michelle Whitteker PR-1975 PILATES FOR INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED Building on the fundamentals established in the Pilates and Relaxation for Beginners, this class further challenges students with more advanced exercises. Classes move at a steady pace and require that students have some prior Pilates experience. Please bring a mat and water bottle to class. Tue Sep 20-Nov 22 6:30-7:30 pm 10 classes $80.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Fitness Centre Michelle Whitteker PR-1978 TAI CHI/CHI KUNG Practiced for many centuries by millions of people, the slow moving, meditative, gentle exercise of Tai Chi helps restore and maintain fitness, flexibility and natural health. The series of circular, stretching and body weight shifting movements, practiced regularly will exercise every part of the body without strain. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat shoes. Mon Sep 26-Dec 5 7:30-8:30 pm 10 classes $65.00 + HST Priory Park PS - Gym Donna Yurek PR-2129

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TAI CHI CHIH l (DAYTIME) This set of relaxing, gentle movements improves balance and flexibility, increases peace of mind, and leads to better health. Tai Chi Chih has many of the same benefits as Tai Chi, but it is very different. It is not a martial art and is much easier to learn. Tai Chi Chih is a set of only nineteen simple movements and one pose which circulate and balance the essential energy, Chi. This practice can be done seated or standing and is for all fitness levels. Fri Sep 23-Nov 25 10-11:15 am 10 classes $80.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Ruth Slavin PR-2141 TAI CHI CHIH ll (DAYTIME) For those who are already gaining the benefits from doing Tai Chi Chih practice, this course is designed to teach the moves not learned in the beginning class, and to refine those you already know. We will go more deeply into the practice, further balancing the Chi and reaping greater health and emotional benefits. Fri Sep 23-Nov 25 11:30-12:45 pm 10 classes $80.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Ruth Slavin PR-2142 VOLLEYBALL FOR FUN Learn the rules and techniques of volleyball. Please wear running shoes and comfortable clothing. Everyone is welcome! Thu Sep 29-Dec 15 7-8:15 pm 10 classes $60.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Gym Jeff Schonnop PR-2123 Thu Sep 29-Dec 15 8:15-9:30 pm 10 classes $60.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Gym Jeff Schonnop PR-2124 WEIGHT TRAINING FOR WOMEN Whether you want to tone, define, increase lean body mass or strengthen muscles in weak areas, this course can help. Emphasis is placed on the proper technique of weight lifting using free weights and body bars. Bring your own free weights, water bottle and mat to class. Tue Sep 20-Dec 13 8-9 pm 12 classes $72.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Sue Larson, CFI PR-1899 YOGA (DAYTIME) This classical yoga class promotes health, stress relief, vitality and balance. A variety of basic yoga postures, as well as breathing and relaxation techniques, will be practiced. All levels are welcome. Bring a yoga mat, towel and water bottle to class. Tue Sep 20-Nov 22 10:30-11:30 am 10 classes $80.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Moira Karapostolakis PR-1920 Thu Sep 22-Nov 24 10:30-11:30 am 10 classes $80.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Moira Karapostolakis PR-1921 YOGA - BEGINNER This classical yoga class promotes health, stress relief, vitality and balance. A variety of basic yoga postures, as well as breathing and relaxation techniques, will be introduced. No experience is required. Bring a yoga mat, towel and water bottle to class. Wed Sep 21-Nov 30 6:30-7:30 pm 10 classes $80.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Fitness Centre Jane Finoro PR-2081 YOGA - INTERMEDIATE Yoga students who have completed the beginner session or have yoga experience are welcome. Basic postures will be done with increased awareness and longer holding times. As well, new variations of the classic poses will be introduced. Breathing techniques and deep relaxation will be expanded, as students work on streamlining a routine that works for them personally. Bring a yoga mat, towel and water bottle to class. Wed Sep 21-Nov 30 7:30-8:30 pm 10 classes $80.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Fitness Centre Jane Finoro PR-2082

ZUMBA GOLD If you are new to Zumba, an active older adult or starting your fitness journey then this class is for you. In the Zumba Gold workout you will Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia and learn other dance rhythms at lower intensity. The movements are broken down in a slow and manageable manner. The intention of the class is to move a little and have a lot of fun. Come join Moe in this fitness party! Bring a water bottle to class. Thu Sep 29-Dec 1 7:30-8:30 pm 10 classes $80.00 + HST Priory Park PS - Gym Moe Saleh PR-1907 ZUMBA WITH MOE Dance yourself into shape with this exhilarating, easy-to -follow, Latin-inspired dance fitness that's moving millions of people towards joy and health. In this Zumba class you will participate in Merengue, Salsa, Cumbia, Reggaeton, Belly Dance and Hip Hop movements to stay in shape and have fun. Bring a water bottle to class. Mon Sep 26-Dec 5 6:30-7:30 pm 10 classes $80.00 + HST Priory Park PS - Gym Moe Saleh PR-1908 Thu Sep 29-Dec 1 6:30-7:30 pm 10 classes $80.00 + HST Priory Park PS - Gym Moe Saleh PR-1910 Wed Oct 12-Dec 14 6:30-7:30 pm 10 classes $80.00 + HST King George PS - Gym Moe Saleh PR-1919

APPETIZERS Come out for an evening of fun and learn in an interactive manner how to prepare a selection of hot and cold appetizers for friends and family to enjoy over the holidays. Some of the delicious bites we will prepare are Wine Soaked Mushrooms stuffed with Spicy Sausage, Spanakopitas, Tomato and Smoked Gouda Tart, Rosemary and Parmesan Shortbread and Olive Puffs. Some recipes are subject to change due to ingredient availability. Please bring containers for possible leftovers. Water is a good idea too! Thu Oct 6 7-9:30 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Susan Dimma PR-2060 BLUE ZONE LIFESTYLE THE MEDITERRANEAN WAY Blue Zone lifestyle promotes longevity and good health. This cooking workshop will explore the Blue Zone Lifestyle through the Mediterranean cuisine. Delicious recipes such as Turkish Squash and Black Bean Pilaf in phyllo pastry, Harrisa sauce to complement the entree and Spanish Stew Chicken with Eggplant and Tomatoes all demonstrate the distinctive blended flavors and spices of Mediterranean cuisine. Get ready to explore the Mediterranean cuisine and learn more about the Blue Zone lifestyle! Wed Oct 19 7-9:30 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm M101 Maritza Robertson PR-2272 CAKE POPS Little spheres of pastry joy all held on an adorable little stick. There are so many ways to decorate them for each holiday! Come ready to take home dozens of your creations. Wed Nov 9 6:30-9 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Julia Mitchell PR-2069 CHRISTMAS COOKIE EXCHANGE A Christmas Baking exchange is the theme for this evening! We will prepare and sample a variety of holiday treats and you will go home with delicious sweets for your family or guests that pop in over Christmas! Recipes include Red Velvet Shortbread, Almond Crescents, Sugar Cookies, Chocolate Truffles, Peanut Butter Kisses, White Chocolate Craisin Cookies. Please bring boxes or plastic containers to transport treats home! A water bottle and apron would be great to bring as well. Thu Dec 1 7-9:30 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Susan Dimma PR-2061

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CREATIVE COOKING WITH CARBS Our recipes will be designed for the individual who desires to lose weight and balance their sugars for their overall health. Featured recipes will include Tuna Stuffed Green Peppers with wild rice and nuts, Tropical Mango Chicken with quinoa pilaf and salsa along with desserts such as Agave Sweetened Chocolate Chip Cookies. The nutrition component of the workshop will include a discussion on what is the “Glycemic Index” and what are the “Healthy” carbohydrates to include in your diet. Wed Nov 16 7-9:30 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm M101 Maritza Robertson PR-2273 CREATIVE COOKING WITH FISH Explore this international cuisine night with fish, preparing recipes such as Tasty Thai Talapia entree baked in banana leaves, Spicy Moroccan “Tangine” Fish Stew, Spicy Baja Salmon Wraps with avocado salsa. As a bonus you will be making your own flavorful chutneys to go along with these delicious recipes. The nutritional tips feature the health benefits of Omega 3's and Essential Fatty Acids for your heart. Wed Nov 2 7-9:30 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm M101 Maritza Robertson PR-2274 FAVOURITE INDIAN DISHES Learn how to cook all time favourite Indian dishes, like Garlic Naan which will be accompanied by Chicken Tikka Masala and Aloo Gobi (curry made with cauliflower and potatoes). We will finish off the class with Masala Chai. Please bring an apron, water bottle and containers for any possible leftovers. Tue Nov 8 6:30-9 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Chitra Saravanan PR-2063 GLUTEN FREE INDIAN DISHES Looking for Gluten Free Recipes? Indian Cuisine, particularly South Indian, has a vast array of recipes which are naturally gluten free. This four course, gluten free menu will include: Vegetable Pakoras (appetizers made with cauliflower, potatoes, onions and chickpea flour), Savory Crepes (made with chickpea and rice flour with some spices) and served with Tomato Garlic Chutney. We will also make Vegetable Pulao (cooked with basmati rice, mixed vegetables and some exotic spices). Please bring an apron, water bottle and containers for any possible leftovers. Please note that the kitchen is not gluten free. Wed Oct 19 6:30-9 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Chitra Saravanan PR-2064 HOMEMADE PANTRY This class will inspire you to step inside your kitchen and completely rethink the many items you believe are staples. You’ll leave armed with plenty of recipes to help you kick the packaged food habit and you’ll soon see your grocery bill shrink. This is a demo class, but we will be making plenty of yummy food to taste. Plus a recipe for homemade pop tarts that will make your family so happy! Wed Sep 28 6:30-9 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Julia Mitchell PR-2070 ISLAND CUISINE - CARIBBEAN STYLE Come out and feel "hot hot hot"! More than just jerk pork, tonight's recipes will feature the African, European and Asian fusion of Caribbean history, along with Caribbean marinades that add that punch of flavors to the meal. Recipes will include the Barbados Tomato and Corn Soup, Trinidad Chicken Rice and Beans (Pelau) and of course Plantain cups stuffed with an Avocado salad. Wed Dec 7 7-9:30 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm M101 Maritza Robertson PR-2275

IT'S ALL GREEK TO ME! Do you love Greek food and often wonder how to make that mouth-watering meal at home? In this home-style Greek cooking class we will be making a complete Greek dinner. For starters you will learn how to make Spanakopita appetizers (phyllo pastry with spinach and cheese filling). We will then prepare Tzatziki (Greek yogurt and cucumber dip) to accompany the Chicken Souvlaki you will skewer yourself. Oven roasted Greek potatoes are your side to be followed off by a lovely Greek yogurt dessert. Please bring containers for any possible leftovers and a water bottle. Thu Nov 10 6:30-9 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Demy Vritsios PR-2133 NORTH AND SOUTH INDIAN CURRIES Chitra will show you how to cook authentic North Indian curries like Chicken Korma and Tomato Aloo in an easy and simple way. From the south of India, you will learn how to make Black Peas Eggplant Curry (spicy and tangy curry cooked with coconut milk) and Peas Pulao (rice dish). These recipes are also gluten free (kitchen is not). Please bring an apron, water bottle and containers for any possible leftovers. Wed Oct 5 6:30-9 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Chitra Saravanan PR-2065 PIES, PIES, PIES Get ready for your fall holiday guests with not only wonderful desserts but also savory pies that make serving guests easy during the busy holiday season. Plus a recipe for fool proof crust! Tue Oct 4 6:30-9 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Julia Mitchell PR-2071 SIMPLY INDIAN Discover how to cook popular Indian dishes. In this class we will be making: Naan, Butter Chicken Masala, Coconut Chickpea Curry, and we will finish off with Masala Chai. Please bring an apron, water bottle and containers for any possible leftovers. Tue Sep 27 6:30-9 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Chitra Saravanan PR-2066 SPICY SAMOSAS Learn how to make the always popular Indian appetizer from scratch. We will make Vegetarian Samosas (filled with potatoes, peas and some spices) and Non-Vegetarian Samosas (filled with minced chicken, potatoes and spices). We will also make two types of chutneys – Sweet and Sour Tamarind Chutney and Spicy Coriander Chutney – and finish with an authentic Masala Chai. Please bring an apron, water bottle and containers for any possible leftovers. Tue Nov 22 6:30-9 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Chitra Saravanan PR-2067 SOUTH INDIAN DELIGHT Learn how to cook a home-style South Indian lunch menu which includes a lentil curry called Sambar (cooked with mung dal) Cabbage Poriyal (cabbage cooked with some cumin and shredded coconut and Tomato Rasam (clear spicy and sour soup). These dishes will be accompanied by coconut rice. All recipes are gluten free and vegan. Please bring an apron, water bottle and containers for any possible leftovers. Tue Dec 6 6:30-9 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Chitra Saravanan PR-2068 WINTER SOUPS AND BISCUITS Come out for a fun evening learning to prepare healthy and hearty soups that will warm your family over the chilly winter months! Tonight we will prepare Chicken Gumbo, Coconut Chicken, Butternut Maple and Carrot Dahl soups. We will also prepare Garlic Cheddar Biscuits to enjoy with the soup! Soup selections are subject to change due to ingredient availability. Please bring containers for leftovers and a water bottle. Thu Nov 3 7-9:30 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST College Heights SS - Rm A103 Susan Dimma PR-2062

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INTRODUCTION TO MECHANICS This is a basic automotive course that will introduce adults to the automotive service industry. Whether you are interested in finding a new hobby or learning about vehicles in hopes of pursuing a career in the automotive sector, you will find it interesting and challenging. Learning basic automotive care can save you hundreds of dollars per year on car maintenance. You will be surprised at how straight forward car maintenance can be. Wed Sep 28-Nov 30 7-9pm 10 classes $150.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 133 Dennis Ashley PR-2146

COLOUR PLANNING TIME FOR THE DIFFERENT SEASONS IN YOUR GARDEN Shrubs, trees, flowers, perennials and annuals. Join Master Gardener Kat Granger in planning for continuous colour in the garden – beauty and pollinator support. Dream up your perfect garden! Wed Dec 7 7-8:15 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 211 Kat Granger PR-2169 EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT HOUSES BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK. Whether you own a home or are looking to buy your very first home, this course is for you. Spend an evening with an experienced home inspector who will discuss topics such as: mold, cracks in your foundation walls, what is the life expectancy of building materials, wiring methods, insulation issues, wells and septic systems, regular maintenance of your home as well as a host of other issues. There will be time for questions, so bring them along. Wed Nov 16 6:30-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 211 Harry Janssen PR-2007 HARVEST THE BOUNTY OF YOUR GARDEN Harvest the bounty of your garden! Join Master Gardener Kat Granger in taste testing a gorgeous variety of heirloom tomatoes and peppers. Learn what to do with some of your gardens bountiful harvest and how and why to save your own seeds from your favourites. Mon Sep 19 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 211 Kat Granger PR-2165 HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR HOME Tips for keeping your house in tip top shape! Join Harry for an evening of discussion on how to keep your home in the best shape possible. He will discuss such topics as seasonal maintenance of your home for both indoor and outdoors. Best ways to maintain your roof, heating, etc. will also be covered in this class. Wed Sep 28 6:30-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 211 Harry Janssen PR-2005 HEALTHY HOMES, HEALTHY BODIES Come learn how to kick chemical cleaners to the curb! This workshop covers the health implications and environmental impacts of using chemical cleaners and products in the home, and offers DIY recipes with natural ingredients to supplement those products, saving your health AND saving you money! Plus: participants will make their own natural laundry soap to take home and try. Tue Oct 18 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Natalie Boustead PR-2033

HOW TO BUILD A HOUSE So, how exactly is a house built? From ground-breaking to occupancy, what is involved in constructing a house? Learn about trades people required, permits and inspections, blueprints and plans and what’s required for occupancy. Wed Oct 19 6:30-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 211 Harry Janssen PR-2006 MASON BEES Join Maude, the Mason Bee Mama, as she explains why you should consider keeping the super-pollinator - the mason bee - in your backyard/orchard or field. Learn how to care for mason bees, and encourage other wild pollinators in your backyard/orchard or field. If you wish to purchase a bee house they will be available at the class. Sat Sep 17 1-3 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Maude Stephany PR-2056 PUT MY GARDEN TO BED BE the change you wish to see in the world - starting right in your own garden. Master Gardener Kat Granger will help you to invite nature in, supporting a healthy ecosystem. Learn great garden practice and secrets for great soil, water, mulch, attracting birds and pollinators to your space. Learn the “whys” way to gardening. Wed Oct 5 7-8:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 211 Kat Granger PR-2167 SAVE ON ENERGY IN THE HOME This workshop features a guest speaker from EMERGE Guelph to talk about their services and how people can better save on energy in their home. Sign up for free home visits conducted at this time. PLUS: Participants will learn about some DIY energy saving strategies people around the globe are implementing to lower their eco footprints AND their energy bills. Tue Dec 6 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Natalie Boustead PR-2034 SENIOR RIGHTSIZING Preparation for a big move is most important. Learn how to deal with a lifetime of memories. Complete your transition smoothly by following a step-by-step process to make it less stressful. Wed Oct 26 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Cathy Mendler PR-2024 THE MAGIC OF SEEDS - SAVE $$ Learn how to save some of those expensive plants to use next year and to PROPAGATE MORE PLANTS with seed saving and cuttings. With the help of Master Gardener Kat Granger, you will learn how to store your tubers, rhizomes and bulbs for your garden next year and SAVE MONEY. Have you ever wondered where plants come from? Where are the seeds on my plants and how do I save them? Have some fun with your garden! Cuttings may be available for purchase as well. Wed Sep 21 7-8:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 211 Kat Granger PR-2166 WHAT TO DO NOW WITH THE GARDEN - IT'S NOVEMBER Next season's beauty depends on this year's planning. Lots to consider for the beginning of the armchair gardener season. Master Gardener Kat Granger will help you plan for the seasons of colour for eye candy and attracting pollinators, biodiversity and garden health. The garden of your dreams starts here! Wed Nov 30 7-8:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 211 Kat Granger PR-2168

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HOME & GARDEN

Learn more about our instructor... ...Kat Granger is a Master Gardener, certified at Dalhousie University. She has a vast knowledge of food sustainability, plants and organic horticulture. Please visit her online at www.seedsofimbolc.ca .

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BECOME YOUR OWN LIFE COACH Learn the fundamentals of coaching yourself to achieve or exceed your personal and/or professional goals. By utilizing the TGROW coaching model (M. Downey) as a guide and by discovering how to ask powerful questions of yourself throughout the Logical Levels (G. Bateson), you will be enabled to apply basic self-coaching techniques in your day-to-day life at home and at work for enhanced, rewarding performance. You will receive practical tools to assist yourself in making those difficult decisions, and becoming the best, most effective you in all your roles. If you’re already working with a life coach, self-coaching can maximize the experience between sessions. If you’re considering hiring or becoming a professional life coach, this workshop will give you an inside look at the coaching method. Tue Oct 4 6:30-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 211 Ann Pritchard PR-2111 CONNECTING WITH EMPATHY Would you like to learn how to build rapport and trust in your professional and personal relationships? Empathetic relationships are the cornerstone of effective communication. Your ability to listen carefully and enter the world of another person via their lenses is paramount. In this interactive workshop, you will develop tools, techniques and strategies to develop empathy and build trust in your relationships. You will explore attending and observation skills, verbal and non-verbal behaviours. Identify different types of empathetic understanding, increase your listening skills, strengthen and deepen your relationships by connecting with others with empathy. Wed Oct 5-Oct 19 6:30-8:30 pm 3 classes $96.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Nerissa Knapp, MBA, AccFM PR-2172 DOUBLE YOUR DATING SUCCESS We will cover: the best way to approach people, the importance of body language and what body language to use, how to look your best, how to develop an attractive personality and learn engaging conversation skills. With your new insights, you will make your initial date a success and create an impact leaving a positive impression of yourself. Wed Oct 19 6:30-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Gina Logan Daniels PR-2149 FINDING A BIGGER PURPOSE Do you feel like you wake up and do the same thing everyday, but in your heart you want to do something more meaningful with your life? Do you ever feel like there is a bigger purpose for you? Gain a sense of direction and new excitement in your life today as we explore and discover what is that thing that you have been looking for. Wed Oct 12 6:30-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Gina Logan Daniels PR-2150 INCREASING YOUR CONFIDENCE Are you tired of not getting everything you want from your life, feel held back and have missed opportunities? If you would like to increase your self esteem, learn more effective social skills, and push past your comfort barriers to gain maximum confidence then this is the class for you. Learn effective tools to begin the career, relationships or finances you really want and deserve. Mon Oct 3 6:30-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Gina Logan Daniels PR-2151

INTUITION DEVELOPMENT This introductory workshop will allow you to explore and understand the world of intuition. In this class you will find out how to get in tune with your own intuition and listen to the knowledge and guidance of your inner wisdom. Techniques will be taught that will aid you in daily decision making and understanding how ‘coincidences’ may be trying to tell you something. Through hands- on exercises you will experience higher levels of intuition. Wed Sep 28 6:30-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Gina Logan Daniels PR-2152 LEADING WITH EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE Emotional Intelligence is the capacity for recognizing our own feelings and those of others, for motivating ourselves, and for managing emotions well in ourselves and our relationships (Goleman). Research indicates that Emotionally Intelligent people communicate effectively, form strong relationships and create powerful coping strategies. In this workshop, you will explore various EQ leadership styles. You will develop your Emotional Intelligence skills to lead and communicate effectively. You will acquire self awareness and self regulation techniques to manage your emotions skillfully. Lead your team to perform effectively. Unleash the leader in you with EI. Sat Oct 1 9:30-12:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Nerissa Knapp, MBA, AccFM PR-2155 MANIFESTING AN AWESOME LIFE This in-depth workshop will help you manifest the life you want now. It will help you become unstuck, and propel you forward with ease. Stop doing it the hard way, and learn how to attract the things you would like into your life. You will learn how to become clear on what you want, attract what you want in your life, make things easier for yourself and make this your best year ever! Mon Nov 7 6:30-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Gina Logan Daniels PR-2153 MINDFULNESS MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS Many of us think about trying mindfulness meditation, but it can be hard to know where to begin. We’ll show you how to start, feel better, reduce your stress, and enjoy your life a little more while practicing yoga, body awareness, and sitting meditation. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat and a pillow, blanket or shawl and a water bottle. Chairs will be provided. Tue Sep 20-Nov 8 7-8pm 8 classes $90.00 + HST June Avenue PS - Gym Patricia Aboud PR-2105 ON THE SPIRITUAL PATH Ann and Evelyn are well known Therapeutic Touch® practitioners. Now, these two intuitives are again offering a day-long workshop which supports your spiritual practice. Topics of discussion and exploration include the management of personal energy; the effective methods of connecting with High Self/Eternal Self; the use of prayer, dreams and rituals in your growth; meditation and deep relaxation and communications with Spirit Guides and Angels. Please bring your lunch and a journal. Beverages will be provided. A $90.00 fee is payable to the instructors on the day of the course. Sat Oct 15 8:45am-4:30pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Hospice Wellington, 795 Scottsdale Dr. Ann Osborne & Evelyn MacKay PR-2020

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PSYCHOLOGY OF HAPPINESS FOR INDIVIDUAL THRIVING Seeking more happiness in your life? This workshop will offer tools from the science of happiness to address a variety of life challenges. Elizabeth K. Misener, PhD is offering a day-long workshop that will focus on cultivating your strengths and the power of gratitude. Did you know you can use your character strengths to manage problems, strengthen your relationships and accomplish goals? Start by taking a VIA Survey (https://www.viacharacter.org/www/) then in the workshop we will spend time exploring your signature strengths and learn exercises to increase your well-being. Did you know the outcomes of gratitude include reducing anxiety and depression, better sleep and increased life satisfaction? We will explore many different approaches to practice gratitude. This one day workshop will inspire you, based on the research, to develop tools to support you in cultivating everyday happiness. Please bring your lunch and beverages, a journal and your VIA survey report. A $90.00 fee is payable to the instructor on day of the course. Sat Nov 12 9 am-4 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Elizabeth Misener PR-2355 TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH! Are you feeling unwell or faced with a new diagnosis and not sure what to do next? With over 60 years experience as a patient expert in cardiac care, as well as a cancer survivor, Sandra will show you how to navigate the health care system, learn about patient rights and ways to empower yourself to get the best care possible. Wed Nov 16 7-9pm 1 class $35.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm C123 Sandra Alyward PR-2158

UNDERSTANDING DIFFERENT PERSONALITY TYPES Have you ever wondered why we are different from others and why we communicate so differently? By using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) instrument in this workshop, we will identify 16 different personality types that better describe people and the different methods in which we do things. This workshop will help you improve communication by understanding important differences in communication styles. You will apply strategies to effectively communicate with opposite personality types and identify your strengths. Note: participants will be sent a confidential login and password to go online and simply answer some multiple choice questions prior to the workshop. Wed Nov 2 6:30-9:30 pm 1 class $67.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Nerissa Knapp, MBA, AccFM PR-2157 UNDERSTANDING STRESS IN DIFFERENT PERSONALITY TYPES Would you like to understand and manage how you deal with stress? By using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) instrument as a foundation in this workshop, we will identify how our personality types influence behaviour when experiencing stress. This workshop will help you to create an action plan to help manage stress in your personal and professional lives. You will have a better understanding of how various personality types react to stress, learn common "stressors" specific to various personality types and explore strategies to relieve stress in ourselves and other types. Note: participants will be sent a confidential login and password to go online and simply answer some multiple choice questions prior to the workshop. Sat Oct 15 9:30 am-1:30 pm 1 class $67.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Nerissa Knapp, MBA, AccFM PR-2156

WOMEN'S SELF DEFENCE During this course, you will learn self-defence techniques, ergonomic tactics, falls and positioning. Explore awareness, self-confidence, and planning while learning how to respond and when to use specific techniques as well as when not to use them. Working through different scenarios, you will learn psychological aspects, critical incident stress as well as avenues of dealing with any incident. Planning and prevention techniques that help to confirm and build confidence will also be reviewed. Thu Oct 6-Oct 27 8-9 pm 4 classes $99.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Rene Ottier PR-2134

BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE I This is a basic course intended for people wishing to learn Brazilian Portuguese. Our dynamic teacher, a native of Brazil, will teach you the basics: letters, numbers, salutations, food, travel, and grammar. Tue Sep 27-Nov 15 7-9 pm 8 classes $96.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm C122 Carla Wiese PR-2046 BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE II This course is designed for people who want to improve and become more confident interacting in a variety of situations. This course will enhance grammar; expand day-to-day vocabulary, and learn about the culture. Thu Sep 29-Nov 17 7-9 pm 8 classes $96.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm C122 Carla Wiese PR-2047 FRENCH I (DAYTIME OR EVENING) Have you always wanted to learn French? Do you have a child in French Immersion and would you like to learn the language as well? Our dynamic teacher will teach you basic French: letters, numbers, vocabulary (the calendar, family, body, food, salutations), basic grammar and more. Thu Sep 29-Dec 15 9-11 am 12 classes $144.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 6 Jocelyne Roy PR-2092 Mon Sep 26-Dec 19 7-9 pm 12 classes $144.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm C121 Jocelyne Roy PR-2093 FRENCH II (DAYTIME OR EVENING) This course is for individuals who are no longer absolute beginners or who have previously taken French I. The purpose of this course is to improve your vocabulary (house, clothes, and professions), basic reading and grammar skills in an informal and stimulating atmosphere. Tue Sep 27-Dec 13 10:30-12:30 pm 12 classes $144.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 6 Jocelyne Roy PR-2094 Thu Sep 29-Dec 15 7-9 pm 12 classes $144.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm C121 Jocelyne Roy PR-2095 FRENCH IN PROGRESS (DAYTIME OR EVENING) This course is for individuals who have previously taken French II and for people who can speak French but not enough to have a conversation. You will improve your vocabulary, grammar and speaking skills. Your next step will be Real French at Last. Tue Sep 27-Dec 13 7-9 pm 12 classes $144.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm C121 Jocelyne Roy PR-2096 Wed Sep 28-Dec 14 9:30-11:30 am 12 classes $144.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Jocelyne Roy PR-2097 Thu Sep 29-Dec 15 11 am-1 pm 12 classes $144.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Jocelyne Roy PR-2098 Thu Sep 29-Dec 15 1-3 pm 12 classes $144.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Jocelyne Roy PR-2099

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Learn more about our instructor... ...Nerissa is an Accredited Comprehensive Family Mediator, has an Advanced Certificate in Mediation & Conflict Management, a Masters in Business (MBA) and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BA). Nerissa is well versed in and uses the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator (MBTI®), Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQi ®) and the Thomas Kilmann Conflict Instrument (TKI®). Join her popular classes before they fill up!

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REAL FRENCH AT LAST (DAYTIME OR EVENING) This conversational program focuses on improving your French speaking skills. It will appeal to those who already know basic French but would like to practice with others and continue to learn about the language in a fun and lively environment. The students will speak only French in this class. Wed Sep 28-Dec 14 12-2 pm 12 classes $144.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Jocelyne Roy PR-2100 Wed Sep 28-Dec 14 2-4 pm 12 classes $144.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Jocelyne Roy PR-2101 Wed Sep 28-Dec 14 7-9 pm 12 classes $144.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 116 Jocelyne Roy PR-2102 ITALIAN 1 This course will introduce Italian language and culture. It will be taught in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We concentrate on everyday situations like ordering food, finding your way around town, and communicating within an Italian environment. Wed Oct 5-Dec 7 7-9 pm 10 classes $120.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 213 Daniella Zicarelli PR-2143 ITALIAN 2 This course is designed for students who have taken Italian 1 or who have some prior knowledge of the Italian language. Students will have the opportunity to practice their communication and written skills with their classmates. This course will help students improve vocabulary, grammar and reading skills. Students will be exposed to Italian culture through film, art and music. Thu Oct 6-Dec 8 7-9 pm 10 classes $120.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 213 Daniella Zicarelli PR-2144 SPANISH I (DAYTIME OR EVENING) This is a basic course taught in a friendly and relaxed environment. No previous knowledge of Spanish is required. Tue Sep 27-Nov 29 1-3pm 10 classes $120.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Rosa Maria Melendez PR-2117 Wed Sep 28-Nov 30 7-9 pm 10 classes $120.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm C120 Rosa Maria Melendez PR-2118 SPANISH II (DAYTIME OR EVENING) Have you taken a basic Spanish course but would like to increase your level of competency? Learn how to interact in native Spanish. You will learn how to travel around the cities and towns, order food, and communicate with Spanish-speaking people. Areas to be covered in this course include speaking, reading and listening. Tue Sep 27-Nov 29 7-9 pm 10 classes $120.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm C120 Rosa Maria Melendez PR-2119 Thu Sep 29-Dec 1 1-3pm 10 classes $120.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Rosa Maria Melendez PR-2120 SPANISH III (DAYTIME OR EVENING) This course is designed for students who have taken Spanish II or have some knowledge of the Spanish language. Emphasis will be placed on practical vocabulary and development of verbal and written communication skills. Returning students welcome. Mon Sep 26-Dec 5 1-3 pm 10 classes $120.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Rosa Maria Melendez PR-2121 Mon Sep 26-Dec 5 7-9 pm 10 classes $120.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm C120 Rosa Maria Melendez PR-2122

BUDGETING AND DEBT MANAGEMENT This workshop features a guest speaker from Guelph Financial Services, who will help participants become more financially literate and also learn about what financial services and support are available both in Guelph and in Ontario. The second half of this workshop will focus on easy-to-implement budgeting systems and strategies to help folks get on track with their spending and saving habits. Tue Sep 27 7-9pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Natalie Boustead PR-2032 BUYING AND SELLING ONLINE This course will provide users with tools, insights, and tips on how to buy and sell products online for various websites including eBay and Kijiji. Learn how to list items on these two websites and participate in discussions on how to become an informed online consumer. Prospective buyers and sellers will have an opportunity to ask questions, discuss buying and selling success stories, and obtain insights into the challenges faced by online consumers. Students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the various websites before taking the course. Wed Oct 5 7-10 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 5 Eric Meliton PR-2148 RETIREMENT FINANCIAL PLANNING In a workshop format you will create your financial plan, touching on tax-reducing tactics, smart investment strategies, wills and estate concerns, the right insurance, etc. Once you see how we weave this into an easy to follow plan, you'll wish you'd done it sooner. Fee includes a $60 workbook and easy reference guide. Spouses sharing workbooks get a $60 discount. Thu Oct 20-Nov 24 7-9:30 pm 6 classes $160.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm C123 Paul Fettes, Chartered Financial Analyst PR-2154 RETIREMENT PLANNING FOR WOMEN Women have unique concerns that include finances as they tend to live longer on less money than men. Lifestyle choices, health, housing, relationships, caretaking, fitness, volunteering, and more are all part of the complex lives of women as they move toward retirement. This is a heads-up for the choices and decisions that affect the quality of life later. The workbook, It’s Your Time, has interactive exercises and many resources to help get you on track for your retirement. The $20.00 fee for the workbook is payable to the instructor. Tue Nov 15-Nov 22 7-9:30 pm 2 classes $45.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Library Donna McCaw PR-2048 RETIREMENT READINESS Retirement planning involves lots of choices and decisions about finances, health issues, relationships, leisure time, lifestyle, and identity concerns. Whether you are in your 40s, 50s or 60s, this planning session will get you started. The workbook, It’s Your Time, has interactive exercises and many resources to help get you on track for your retirement. The $20.00 fee for the workbook is payable to the instructor. Wed Nov 16-Nov 23 7-9:30pm 2 classes $45.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Library Donna McCaw PR-2049

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ORGANIZATION, PHOTOGRAPHY, SEWING, WELLNESS

DIGITAL PHOTO ORGANIZING WORKSHOP If you have photos buried deep in your computer and scattered across your devices, this workshop is for you. Learn to bring all your precious photos and the stories that come with them back into your life so they can be shared, enjoyed and preserved for your family and generations to come. With the instruction of Certified Photo Organizer Daina Makinson, you will learn: how to find your photos, solutions to remove all the duplicates, sort and rename all the photos to something that makes sense to you, edit series of photos (select best photo of series) and then tag your cleaned up version of your photo collection for easy searching. Thu Oct 6 1:30-3:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Daina Makinson PR-2050 Mon Nov 7 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Daina Makinson PR-2051 GET ORGANIZED Do you need to get more organized? Are you overwhelmed? Don’t know where to start? Step One - Learn how to organize a successful decluttering session. Step Two - Learn how to organize your possessions. Thu Sep 29 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Cathy Mendler PR-2022 ORGANIZING YOUR CHILDREN Keeping children organized can seem like a never-ending task. Start by organizing their bedroom and play area in a kid-friendly manner. Learn how to set up a system to keep school paperwork under control too. Thu Oct 13 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Cathy Mendler PR-2023

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Get off the "Auto" mode and unleash the power of your digital camera. This course is designed for the beginner to introduce you to the technical and artist world of digital photography. Learn the capabilities of your camera, the fundamentals of composition, understand exposure control, shooting in various light, equipment, accessories, terminologies and a variety of tips and tricks. Through a series of classes with weekly assignments and critiques you will take control of your camera and improve your images immediately. Please bring your digital camera and accessories. Wed Sep 28-Nov 30 7-9 pm 10 classes $130.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm B118 Paul Spears PR-2277 GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA This course provides great tips on how to get started using your digital camera. Learn to take better pictures in just two hours with an easy, hands-on approach workshop that explains aperture, shutter speed, depth of field, white balance, and ISO. This course is ideal for someone shopping for a new camera. Please bring your digital camera and accessories. Tue Nov 1 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Paul Spears PR-2278 PHOTOGRAPHING ACTION FOR DSLR SHOOTERS Photographing action has become very popular. Whether you want to capture wildlife or your kid's sporting events this course will prepare you to capture those moments The course will review equipment, camera settings, techniques and specific tips for your subject of choice. Please bring your digital camera and accessories. Tue Nov 22 7-9 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 4 Paul Spears PR-2279

INFINITY SCARF Infinity scarves are a very hot fashion trend! Make your own quickly and inexpensively. This simple construction is so fun and easy that you'll want to make a few for yourself and for gifts! Thu Nov 3 7-9:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 117 Dianne Kirk-Benincasa PR-2125 INTERMEDIATE SEWING Do you have a grasp of sewing basics and want to advance to constructing more complex garments? Then this course is for you! Make a detailed garment while learning about collars, lapels, cuffs, various pocket styles, yokes, plackets and more. Select your next project based on the features you'd like to learn. Please review receipt for supplies required for class. You must bring your own sewing machine to class. Tue Oct 4-Nov 8 7-9:30 pm 6 classes $120.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 117 Dianne Kirk-Benincasa PR-2126 SEWING FOR BEGINNERS This is a class designed for those beginning to sew. This basic course covers how to choose appropriate fabrics, patterns and how to use sewing tools and notions. Make a pair of pajama pants for yourself or as a gift. You must bring your own sewing machine to class. Please review receipt for supplies required. Students must be 18 years or older. Please do not buy patterns or fabrics before receiving direction from the instructor. Wed Oct 5-Nov 9 7-9:30 pm 6 classes $120.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 117 Dianne Kirk-Benincasa PR-2127 SWEATER TO CARDIGAN Convert a pullover (sweater, sweatshirt or t-shirt) into a cardigan. Have a pullover that's too big or you just don't wear? Convert it into a handy cardigan and get much more use out of it. This course will make your wardrobe much more versatile! Please review receipt for supplies required for class. Thu Oct 13-Oct 27 7-9:30 pm 3 classes $45.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 117 Dianne Kirk-Benincasa PR-2128

ESSENTIAL OILS & EMOTIONS Would you like to be more happy, connected and empowered? You are created to function as a whole. The spirit, mind and body are all connected, communicating at a cellular level. Join Jessica for an amazing night of learning about the power of emotions and their impact on us. You will also learn about the amazing ways essential oils can help us manage our emotions to help improve our overall well-being. Wed Oct 5 7-8:30 pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Jessica Kuiken PR-2072 ESSENTIAL OILS MAKE & TAKE Did you know women put an average of 168 chemicals on their body each and every day? These chemicals are wreaking havoc on our systems and causing serious health problems. Learn how to read the labels on your products as well as how to replace your everyday toxic products with amazingly effective, delicious smelling products that you can make with ingredients you probably already have in your cupboard! We will be making a sugar scrub, bath salts and your choice of deodorant or dry shampoo! A $30.00 material fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class. Wed Nov 9 7-9 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Jessica Kuiken PR-2073

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HEALTHY EATING AND COOKING WORKSHOP Eating healthy doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg! At a time when food prices are soaring, it's time to get smart about your shopping. This workshop will show participants how to shop and cook healthy while also saving money. We'll cover the "Dirty Dozen" and "Clean Fifteen" methods of produce shopping, how to shop for the cheapest most nutritious food, and how to plan cheap, quick easy but healthy meals. All participants will also learn about the benefits of eating sprouts and take home their very own sprouting kit to try! Tue Nov 8 7-9pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Guelph CVI - Rm 15 Natalie Boustead PR-2035 HEART SMART STRESS MANAGEMENT A truly heart healthy lifestyle is more than exercise and diet. The third and most important key (according to cardiologists Eliot, Bhat, Ornish and others) is stress management. Yet this component is the most neglected! This presentation outlines the practical strategies that really relax the cardiovascular system. We will also use biofeedback to literally see your ability to generate a healthy heart rhythm and relax your blood vessels - the things that decrease your risk. This presentation is especially helpful for those with high blood pressure, diabetes, anxiety, depression, a tendency to hold onto anger, or who have a family history of heart attack or stroke. Tue Dec 6 7-10pm 1 class $32.00 + HST Centennial CVI - Rm C123 Kathy Somers PR-2145

BE PUBLISHED IN 10 WEEKS Students are led through inspirational, technique, and editing workshops with the aim of producing publishable short stories. Instruction includes lecture, group work, blogging, and one-on-one coaching from a published novelist and short story author. Course culminates in production of a paperback class anthology, complete with original cover art, in time for holiday gift-giving. Cost for copies of anthology not included in course fee. Bring your own laptop or writing notebook. Tue Sep 27-Nov 29 7:30-9pm 10 classes $120.00 + HST JF Ross CVI - Rm 212 Brandon Kidd PR-2054

ACRYLIC ON CANVAS - AGES 8-14 Students will be introduced to the techniques of painting and colour theory. They will create a "one piece" acrylic painting in this 6 week course. First night supply list will be provided on your receipt. Thu Nov 3-Dec 8 7-8 pm 6 classes $50.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Blanca Canales PR-2245 ART & BEYOND - AGES 11+ Blanca has designed this class for the mature artist who wants to build their portfolio. The artist will discover different expressive techniques and complete a masterful piece that will express their artistic style. Thu Nov 3-Dec 8 8-9:15 pm 6 classes $70.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Blanca Canales PR-2242 ART ATTACK - AGES 5-8 Designed strictly for the young artist, this class is for the child who loves to create. Blanca will teach new techniques producing some amazing art work. Thu Nov 3-Dec 8 5-5:45 pm 6 classes $50.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Blanca Canales PR-2243 CARTOONING & SCULPTING - AGES 7-12 Amazing animated cartoon characters will be created onto paper and then recreated in 3D with plastercine. Thu Nov 3-Dec 8 6-6:50 pm 6 classes $50.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Blanca Canales PR-2244 ARBORETUM JUNIOR NATURALIST - AGES 6-12 Explore the woods and fields of the season. Learn about animal tracks, camouflage and season habits in this fantastic program at the J.C. Taylor Nature Centre, University of Guelph; led by passionate interpretive biologists. There is lots of life out there. Be sure to dress for the weather as classes will be mostly outdoors. Directions provided with receipt. Thu Oct 6-Nov 3 4:30-5:45 pm 5 classes $35.00 U of G - J.C. Taylor Nature Centre PR-2241 BABYSITTING - AGES 11+ This Red Cross course targets youth 11 years of age and up who are planning to start babysitting. Learn basic first aid and how to respond to emergency situations, basic baby and childcare and advice on becoming a responsible babysitter. Develop confidence, create a safe environment and find out tips for getting babysitting jobs. Upon completion of the course, students are given a Red Cross Babysitter's participation certificate. Fri Sep 30 9 am-4:30 pm 1 class $60.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 6 Kathy Pool PR-2246 Fri Oct 28 9 am-4:30 pm 1 class $60.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 6 Kathy Pool PR-2247 Fri Nov 25 9 am-4:30 pm 1 class $60.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 6 Kathy Pool PR-2248 Fri Jan 6 9 am-4:30 pm 1 class $60.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Kathy Pool PR-2249 Fri Jan 27 9 am-4:30 pm 1 class $60.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Kathy Pool PR-2250

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Learn more about our instructor... ...Natalie Boustead is a trained instructor who has combined her love of teaching and learning with her love for nature and homesteading. For the past six years, Natalie has been an Urban Garden Manager in Toronto, and is now the lead coordinator and facilitator for Living on Less, a Guelph based sustainable living workshop series.

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YOUTH & CHILDREN

BADMINTON - AGES 9-14 Take this opportunity to learn the basic rules of badminton, movement across the court and racquet handling through game play. Bring your own racquet, water bottle and indoor shoes and be prepared to rally. Tue Oct 4-Nov 22 5-5:50 pm 8 classes $55.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Jason Waterman PR-2251 Thu Oct 6-Nov 24 6-6:50 pm 8 classes $55.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Jason Waterman PR-2252 BREAKFAST COOKING CLASS (en francais) - AGES 7-10 Alexis is excited to introduce a fabulous breakfast recipe every week. While preparing your creation, she will incorporate the French language with cooking terms, and how to use utensils safely and the skill of proper measuring to spice up the program. A great program for a child who loves to cook. Only 7 spots available. Wed Nov 16-Nov 30 5-6:30 pm 3 classes $75.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Alexis Dempsey PR-2253 CARD MAKING FOR 2 - AGES 7-16 This class is designed for the child who wants to design and have a night out with that special adult (parent, aunt/uncle or grandparent). Tobi will teach and inspire you to create two card techniques; pop up and the new popular box cards. Even after the class has finished you will have these skills to keep creating. All supplies are included but feel welcome to bring your favourite paper, pens or items. Tue Dec 6-Dec 13 6-8 pm 2 classes $60.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Tobi Oluwole PR-2254 CARD MAKING - AGES 5-7 (with adult) Do you want to make cards as gifts? Join Tobi who will inspire you to create the most beautiful cards you will love to give away and sure to be treasured as keepsake. During this class you will be creating 2 cards of different techniques with the adult you choose to bring; as they can make and create with you. It’s all about the memories! Small class size. Mon Oct 3 5-6 pm 1 class $30.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Tobi Oluwole PR-2257 Mon Nov 28 5-6 pm 1 class $30.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Tobi Oluwole PR-2256 CARD MAKING FOR THE HOLIDAYS - AGES 7-13 Love to give a beautiful card with meaning? Be inspired and proud to create the most beautiful cards to give away and then to be treasured as a keepsake. One class will focus on the techniques of pop up cards and the next will be focused on the new popular box cards. All supplies are included but welcome to bring your favourite paper, pens or items. Mon Nov 21-Nov 28 6:30-8 pm 2 classes $40.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Tobi Oluwole PR-2255 CUPCAKE DECORATING - AGES 6-11 Kids will get a kick out of the different techniques they will learn to decorate beautiful cupcakes at home centered on birthdays or special occasions. All supplies are included in this hands-on, unique and one of a kind class for the child who loves to create. Thu Oct 27 5-6:30 pm 1 class $40.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Sweet Temptations PR-2258 DYNAMIC DANCE - AGES 5-8 Want to introduce your child to dance or not wanting to commit to a dance studio? Rowen has developed a dance class that introduces ballet, contemporary and a little hip hop and jazz. No previous dance experience required. New music and dances will be introduced. Small class size. Please feel free to wear a bodysuit, tights, shorts, leggings and tank top, ballet or jazz shoes to dance in but is not required. Please no outdoor shoes. No parents in class. Tue Oct 4-Nov 22 5-5:50 pm 8 classes $60.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Rowen McBride-Pilon PR-2259

DYNAMIC DANCE - AGES 6-9 Want to introduce your child to dance or not wanting to commit to a dance studio? Rowen has developed a dance class that introduces ballet, contemporary and a little hip hop and jazz. No previous dance experience required. New music and dances will be introduced. Small class size. Please feel free to wear a bodysuit, tights, shorts, leggings and tank top, ballet or jazz shoes to dance in but is not required. Please no outdoor shoes. No parents in class. Tue Oct 4-Nov 22 6-6:50 pm 8 classes $60.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Rowen McBride-Pilon PR-2262 HOME ALONE - AGES 10-12 This Canada Safety Council program is designed to provide skills and knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone for short periods of time. They will learn how to prevent problems, handle real-life situations, and keep them safe and constructively occupied. Small group discussion, problem solving, role-playing, and instructor-led demonstration with a student reference book will allow participants to actively participate in class assignments. The child will receive a certificate upon successfully completing the program. Bring a peanut free snack. Mon Nov 14-Nov 21 4:30-6 pm 2 classes $35.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Kathy Pool PR-2263 ITSY BITSY YOGA BABIES - FOR NEWBORNS TO ALMOST CRAWLERS Dozens of unique yoga poses designed specifically for your baby to support his/her development. Each class is filled with calming, nurturing ways to enhance bonding and improve baby’s digestion and sleep. During a class, babies enjoy yoga while on their backs, tummies or held in loving arms. For parents, this class is a special opportunity to meet other moms, get support and learn about baby’s emerging personality. Most of the yoga we do in this class is for baby, but you will also learn breathing and relaxation techniques. Yoga mats can be provided if required. Mon Sep 26-Nov 21 9-9:45 am 8 classes $72.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Lisa Nevar-Landsmann PR-2138 ITSY BITSY YOGA TOTS - FOR ABLE CRAWLERS UP TO 24 MONTHS OF AGE This is a supportive, fun-loving and active yoga class. As your tot’s mobility increases, classes offer tot-centric poses that encourage and support their physical explorations. Tots will become more confident in their moving bodies. This is such an exciting time of discovery and exploration. It’s rare that a tot sits still for very long! That’s why the atmosphere of this class is relaxed, nurturing and supportive for parents and tots. Poses are presented to allow each parent time to share poses with their Tot when they are ready. Sometimes, the poses get tucked into a parent’s “toolbox of parenting tips and tricks” to be used at home, or anywhere. A whole lot of fun can result from just a little practice! During Tots Yoga class, crawlers and walkers playfully practice yoga poses while they are sitting, standing, walking and jumping. Yoga mats can be provided if required. Mon Sep 26-Nov 21 10-10:45 am 8 classes $72.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Lisa Nevar-Landsmann PR-2139 ITSY BITSY YOGA TYKES - FOR 2 TO 4 YEAR OLDS Tykes explore poses through imaginative and energetic role-playing, songs, stories and games to create an enriching parent/child activity. Each class is designed around your Tyke's curiosities as they learn yoga with you and through social interaction, repetition and play! You’ll get some great tips on how to work with your Tyke to relieve frustration, improve motor skills, and increase attention span. You will also enjoy some restful meditation, which is a great time to cuddle with an active, growing Tyke! Yoga mats can be provided if required. Mon Sep 26-Nov 21 11-11:45 am 8 classes $72.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Rm 9 Lisa Nevar-Landsmann PR-2140

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KIDDIE KICKERS AGES 3 1/2-5 Bring your child out for some soccer fun and independence. They will learn basic skills, team cooperation and most of all have fun. Please bring indoor shoes, water bottle and shin guards (but not necessary). Thu Oct 6-Nov 24 5-5:45 pm 8 classes $55.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Jason Waterman PR-2264 KIDS HOLIDAY BAKING - AGES 10-15 Join Chef Susan for a fun and delicious 2 week series of baking for the holidays! Junior Chefs will indulge in recipes that will please the company. A booklet of all recipes will be handed out at the end of the series. Please bring an apron, containers to bring treats home, a water bottle, have long hair tied back and nail polish removed. Recipes subject to change. Thu Dec 8-Dec 15 6-8:15 pm 2 classes $105.00 College Heights SS - Rm A103 Susan Dimma, BA.Sc., Personal Chef PR-2130 KIDS ONLY COOKING - AGES 10-15 Join Chef Susan for another 3 week series of fun in the kitchen! This class is for junior chefs who want to learn basic cooking techniques and to prepare meals from scratch. Recipes will include Extra Cheesy Mac and Cheese, Spaghetti and Meatballs, S'More Brownies, Chicken Noodle Soup. Kitchen and food safety will also be touched upon. A booklet of recipes will be given at the end of the series. Bring your appetite, apron and containers of various sizes for leftovers. Please bring a water bottle, have long hair tied back and nail polish removed. Recipes subject to change. Thu Oct 13-Oct 27 6-8:15 pm 3 classes $150.00 College Heights SS - Rm A103 Susan Dimma, BA.Sc., Personal Chef PR-2131 MAKEUP FOR TEENS - AGES 13-17 Charlotte, a professional makeup artist, will teach the tricks of the trade to emphasize your best features for everyday make-up to a glamorous night out. Her focus will be the eyes and how to shape and create the best you. Bring all make up and brushes to class, along with a stand up table mirror. Tue Nov 8-Nov 15 6:30-8:30 pm 2 classes $50.00 JF Ross CVI - Rm 210 Charlotte Barker PR-2265 PARENT & CHILD YOGA - AGES 7-12 Designed for children aged 7 to 12, each accompanied by one adult. This program offers a great opportunity for parents of either gender and their kids to experience Hatha Yoga together. Calming breathing practices and partner poses help parents and children strengthen their bond. Yoga poses improve balance, focus and flexibility which can complement and enhance performance in athletics, dance, or martial arts. Wed Oct 5-Nov23 5-6 pm 8 classes $65.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Lisa Nevar-Landsmann PR-2422 RAINBOW FOOD FIND - AGES 7-12 Did you know that eating blueberries will give you powerful vision? Start this school year by learning how the colours of the rainbow in food can keep you focused, energized and healthy. In a fun hands-on class explore how eating fruits and vegetables can fill you up with the loads of vitamins and minerals and how food is important information for your body! Tue Sep 27 6-7:30 pm 1 class $15.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed – Rm 9 Shilpa Vallabh PR-2425 SOCCER-INDOOR - AGES 5-8 Boys and girls are welcome. Learn basic soccer skills, and team cooperation. Most of all come and have fun. Different age groups will feature specific skills and activities. Please bring indoor shoes, water bottle and shin guards. Tue Oct 4-Nov 22 6-6:50 pm 8 classes $55.00 Wellington Ctre for Con Ed - Gym Jason Waterman PR-2266

“I can positively say Wellington Centre for Continuing Education school has made me a better person. It has helped me develop a positive attitude towards my studies and discover more about myself. Teachers are absolutely AMAZING and caring and interested in students’ well-being. They make sure every class is fun, educational and interactive. I am so proud to say that at age 25 I am finally a high school graduate. Anything is possible, difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations. NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS!” ~ Cassandra McBain “These courses are a great way of expanding your knowledge and skillset for the workplace as well as gaining confidence and preparing for the process of reentering the workforce or changing career direction. The instructors are knowledgeable, warm and approachable and there is plenty of personal feedback and opportunity for one-on-one interaction while working at your own pace in a collaborative classroom environment. An enjoyable and empowering experience! ~ Moira Karapostolakis “We would highly recommend taking the Business Essentials Training if you wish to update your computer skills. The teachers were knowledgeable and thorough with every aspect of the course. Their supportive attitude kept us focused and productive. The learning environment was positive and the teachers kept us optimistic that we would find employment. Our teachers supported us beyond expectations.” ~ Diana & Claudia “This last year, the amazing teachers at [Continuing Education] have been very encouraging, were very welcoming, had high expectations and were very engaging. I was guided to explore different potential careers and I am now excited that I finally know the direction of my future, and am one step closer to achieving my goals. I look forward to returning in September.” ~ Samantha Oliver

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CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS - AGES 9 & UP This class is for beginners or those who have never crocheted before. We'll be learning the chain and single crochet stitch and double crochet stitch while making a dishcloth. Please bring to class a 5mm size crochet hook and one small ball of cotton yarn (your choice of colour). Mon Nov 14 6-8 pm 1 class $25.00 + HST Centre Wellington DHS - Rm 3004 Paula O'Donnell PR-2298 MOSAIC STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP Create your own masterpiece with award winning artist Steph Howe. Two classes and you take home a mosaic stained glass window approx. 14X12 inches. A $90 material fee payable at first class - all supplies included. Thu Sep 22-Sep 29 7-10 pm 2 classes $15.00 + HST Centre Wellington DHS - Rm 3004 Steph Howe PR-2300 Thu Nov 3-Nov 10 7-10 pm 2 classes $15.00 + HST Centre Wellington DHS - Rm 3004 Steph Howe PR-2301 Thu Nov 17-Nov 24 7-10 pm 2 classes $15.00 + HST Centre Wellington DHS - Rm 3004 Steph Howe PR-2302 FUSED GLASS WORKSHOP Steph is offering a NEW Fused Glass class where you will complete a beautiful bowl, plate or vase. You will learn how to cut glass and then choose the colours you prefer. A $90 material fee payable at first class - all supplies included. Check out Steph's website www.stephsmosaics.weebly.com Thu Oct 6-Oct 13 7-9:30 pm 2 classes $15.00 + HST Centre Wellington DHS - Rm 3004 Steph Howe PR-2303 FUSED GLASS WORKSHOP Steph is offering a special one night Fused glass Christmas tree ornaments class for the holiday season. Participants will make three tree ornaments. A $60 material fee payable at first of class. Tue Dec 6 7-9:30 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Wellington Heights SS - Rm 3004 Steph Howe PR-2304 RUG HOOKING You bring 3-4 balls of acrylic chunky yarn in the colours that you would like to use in your project. Once you have chosen your design I can help you to determine how much yarn you will need to complete your rug. A project this size takes approximately 800 grams of yarn. I choose acrylic so the finished rug can be washed in a washing machine and hung to dry. A $75.00 material fee payable at class. Thu Oct 20 7-9:30 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Centre Wellington DHS - Rm 3004 Steph Howe PR-2308 MIDI RING SET Step into a jeweler's studio and create your very own set of MIDI rings. No experience necessary. Students will be shown how to create up to 5 of these popular petite bands using .925 sterling silver. Students will learn how to measure, file, solder, sand and polish their creations. A demonstration of styles and textures will be demonstrated by the instructor. Bring ring size(s) if creating bands for someone else. Students are asked to not wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie long hair in back. 4 grams of sterling silver are included in fee. An $80.00 material fee is payable to instructor first class. Check out Laurie's website: www.truformjewelry.com. Tue Oct 18 6-9 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Belwood - Address will print on receipt Laurie Stevenson Bullock PR-2368

PIERCED PENDANT Step into a jeweler's studio and create a beautiful Pierced Pendant. No experience necessary. Students will be shown how to create using a jeweler's saw and .925 sterling silver. Students will learn how to transfer a pattern to metal, use of a jeweler's saw, filing, sanding and polishing. A demonstration of styles and textures will be demonstrated by instructor. Students will learn and create with copper on the first night, then create a Pierced Pendant in a design of their choice on the second night. Students are asked not to wear loose clothing or jewelry and to tie long hair in back. A $140.00 fee is payable to the instructor first class. 5 grams of sterling silver are included in fee. Check out Laurie's website: www.truformjewelry.com. Wed Oct 12-Oct 19 6-9 pm 2 classes $15.00 + HST Belwood - Address will print on receipt Laurie Stevenson Bullock PR-2372 TORCH ENAMELLED HOLIDAY PENDANT Have fun creating your very own Holiday Pendant. Wear it, use it to top a present or hang on your tree - the possibilities are endless! No experience necessary. Try your hand at torch enameling on copper then add a holiday themed image and finish it with resin. A selection of styles and finishes will be demonstrated by the instructor. Students must not wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie long hair in back. Due to curing time, students will need to return for pick up. A $55.00 material fee is payable to instructor the first class. Check out Laurie's website: www.truformjewelry.com Wed Nov 23 6-9 pm 1 class $15.00 + HST Belwood - Address will print on receipt Laurie Stevenson Bullock PR-2373

STANDARD FIRST AID/AED & LEVEL C CPR - ST. JOHN AMBULANCE The Standard First Aid course is designed to provide comprehensive first aid training for general public interest or workplace requirements. The Basic Rescuer CPR will teach you techniques for adult (one and two rescuer), infant and children CPR. Nationally recognized certificates are valid for three years and are issued upon successful completion. We also offer the Health Care Professional Course module at an additional cost. Sat & Sun Sep 24-Sep 25 8 am - 5 pm 2 classes $145.00 + HST PR-2362 Sat & Sun Oct 29-Oct 30 8 am - 5 pm 2 classes $145.00 + HST PR-2363 Sat & Sun Nov 19-Nov 20 8 am - 5 pm 2 classes $145.00 + HST 181 St. Andrew St. Fergus (above Pizza Delight) - St. John Ambulance PR-2364

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TEAR-APART CUPCAKE CAKE WORKSHOP Learn to make buttercream icing that holds a classic rosette shape,

filling an icing bag, create your tear-apart cake on a cake board

that Nina and Sheila will provide for easy transportation and you

will learn how to make fondant flowers and butterflies. This is a

beautiful cake that is comprised of decorated cupcakes and almost

to pretty to eat. Make sure you visit the website listed below to

view this masterpiece. You will create a fall-themed cake using

mini cupcakes that tears apart into individual decorated cupcakes.

Copies of recipes are provided to take home. All supplies and

cupcakes ready-to-decorate are supplied. Go to

www.ninamurrayphotography.com to the "Galleries menu" to view

Tear-apart cake and pictures of the additional workshops we are

offering.

Sat Oct 22 1-5 pm 1 class $80.00 + HST Address will print on receipt Nina Murray & Sheila Eisen PR-2310

HOLIDAY COOKIE BOUQUET - WORKSHOP

Royal Icing Techniques, filling and flooding icing on Holiday

Poinsettias and Ivy Cookies used to create our cookie bouquet,

detailing decorating accents, making Royal Icing along with

thinning icing and colouring. Learn how to bake cookies on a stick,

fun with accenting cookies, prep container for cookie bouquet and

how to assemble the finished 9 cookies into a cookie bouquet. We

will be decorating 9 cookies. Please bring a large tray to take your

cookies home in a "single layer" to dry so they can be assembled

in your prepared container for the bouquet. Copies of the recipes

are provided to take home. Refreshments provided. All supplies

and cookies to decorate are supplied.

Sat Nov 5 1-5 pm 1 class $80.00 + HST Address will print on receipt Nina Murray & Sheila Eisen PR-2311

MIX AND MATCH HOLIDAY CHARACTER CUPCAKES

Learn to make buttercream icing that holds a classic rosette shape,

filling an icing bag, making cupcake toppers with fondant, covering

a cake with fondant and stylish accents. Designs include: Santa,

Snowman and Reindeer. The three different heads, bodies and

feet make an unique combination of these festive cupcakes in this

workshop. You will be mastering the fondant covered cupcake and

as well learn the skill of injecting icing or curd in the cupcake

centres. We will be decorating 9 cupcakes. Please bring a "box"

or "tray" suitable to take your cupcakes home and an apron if

desired. Copies of recipes are provided to take home. All supplies

and cupcakes ready-to-decorate are supplied. Go to

www.ninamurrayphotography.com to the "Galleries menu" to view

3D cookies and cakes for all of our workshops.

Sat Nov 5-Nov 12 1-5 pm 1 class $80.00 + HST Address will print on receipt Nina Murray & Sheila Eisen PR-2311

BADMINTON - ALMA No formal lesson, just a non-competitive night of fun. Bring your

own racquet and wear indoor non-marking running shoes. Class

size limited – register early!

Mon Sep 26-Nov 28 7-8:30 pm 8 classes $40.00 + HST Alma PS—Gym Linda Wilkinson PR-2319

BADMINTON - ELORA

No formal lesson, just a non-competitive night of fun. Bring your

own racquet and wear indoor non-marking running shoes. Class

size limited – register early!

Thu Sep 22-Dec 8 8-10 pm 12 classes $60.00 + HST Elora PS—Gym Ross Langlands PR-2320

MEN'S BASKETBALL - AGES 18 & UP

This competitive night of basketball will give you all the benefits of

a great workout. Must be an experienced player. Wear non-

marking indoor athletic shoes.

Thu Oct 6-Dec 1 6:15-7:45 pm 9 classes $45.00 + HST Elora PS—Gym Erik Gitter PR-2323

PET FIRST AID—ST. JOHN AMBULANCE This six hour course encourages safe management of emergency

circumstances, and prepares rescuers to respond to life-

threatening situations involving their domestic animals. Pet First

Aid provides the participant with the knowledge, judgment and

skills needed to respond safely and effectively in an emergency.

Optional Pet First Aid kit will be available to purchase at the class

for $50.00. Choose from one of the dates below.

Sat Nov 12 9-4 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST 181 St. Andrew St. Fergus (above Pizza Delight) - St. John Ambulance PR-2353

CURSIVE WRITING - ALL AGES Learn how to write cursively or improve your legibility. Recent studies suggest that the links between handwriting and broader educational development run deep. Children not only learn to read more quickly when they first learn to write by hand, but they also remain better able to generate ideas and retain information. Step by step instruction in letter formation and in the correct way to join letters. We will review the correct way to print letters then proceed to writing. Tue Oct 4-Nov 1 6:30-8 pm 5 classes $50.00 + HST Centre Wellington DHS - Rm 2009 Mary Knight PR-2313 HOME ALONE - ST. JOHN AMBULANCE This course is designed for the 9 and 10 years old group, to help prepare them to deal with unforeseen emergencies and staying safe in times where they may find themselves alone for short periods of time. Ideally children should be supervised at all times. St. John Ambulance feels that youth that are prepared for the unexpected are better able to cope with the unexpected. Choose from one of the following dates. Sat Oct 1 9-4 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST PR-2356 Sat Dec 10 9-4 pm 1 class $55.00 + HST 181 St. Andrew St. Fergus (above Pizza Delight) St. John Ambulance PR-2357 GUITAR LESSONS - BEGINNER - Ages 10 & Up Guitar for all ages. Have you always wanted to learn how to play the guitar? This 8 week class is suited for beginners or those wanting to improve their skills. Please bring your own acoustic guitar and pick to class. $20 supply fee payable to the instructor on first night. Thu Oct 6-Nov 24 6-7 pm 8 classes $45.00 + HST Centre Wellington DHS - Rm 1159 Mike Somers PR-2317

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SKILLS UPGRADING PROGRAM

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Prepare for your future.

Day and Evening Classes Available September to June Flexible Scheduling to Meet YOUR Needs

Call 519-836-7280 X624 or TEXT 226-821-2694

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Wellington Continuing

Education Centre

9am to 7pm

1428 Gordon St. (South of Arkell Rd.)

Wellington Continuing

Education Centre

9am to 7pm

1428 Gordon St. (South of Arkell Rd.)

Wellington Continuing

Education Centre

9am to 7pm

1428 Gordon St. (South of Arkell Rd.)

Wellington Continuing

Education Centre

9am to 7pm

1428 Gordon St. (South of Arkell Rd.)

Shelldale Centre

9am to 3pm

20 Shelldale Cres.

(Child minding available)

Shelldale Centre

12pm to 6pm

20 Shelldale Cres.

(Child minding available)

Fergus

10am to 4pm

5:30pm to 8:30pm

Bethel Baptist Church

675 Victoria Terrace

Fergus

10am to 4pm

Bethel Baptist Church

675 Victoria Terrace

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P.L.A.R. Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition

Finish your high school diploma – you may be closer than you think!

The number of credits you require for Grade 12 depends on your age, your past

education and employment, and other prior learning experiences.

An Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) requires 30 secondary school

credits (which include some mandatory credits).

If you have been out of school for one year, you may be eligible for maturity or Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (P.L.A.R.) credits.

If you began secondary school prior to 1984, you may be eligible for the Secondary School Graduation Diploma (SSGD) which requires 27 credits.

Come in and see if you qualify!

It’s never too late to be a high

school graduate!

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PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT AND RECOGNITION

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Secondary School Credit Courses

Session Dates:

1) Sep 6 - Oct 19

2) Oct 24 - Dec 5

3) Dec 8 - Feb 2

6 Week Modules - Monday-Friday - 9am-12 noon Course Materials Fee - $25 (per credit) non-refundable (includes instruction manual)

Module 3

Business Communication

MS PowerPoint

Mail Merge, Letter, Report, Manual Writing

Email Communication

On-line Job Application Skills

Intro to Social Media and Cloud Technologies

Sessions 1, 2, 3

BUSINESS ESSENTIALS TRAINING

12 Week Modules - Monday-Friday - 9am-12 noon Course Materials Fee - $25 non-refundable materials fee

Session Dates:

1) Sep 6 - Dec 5 2) Dec 8 - Mar 28

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Module 1

Microsoft Basics

Intro to File Management

MS Word – Level 1

MS Excel – Level 1

Sessions 1, 2, 3

Module 2

Microsoft Advanced

Prerequisite Module 1

MS Word – Level 2

MS Excel - Level 2

Sessions 1, 3

Computerized Accounting

Introduction to Accounting

Introductory and Intermediate

Accounting Theories

Introduction to Sage 50

Part 1

Computerized Accounting

Accounting for a Small Business

Advanced Accounting Theories

Intermediate and Advanced Concepts in

Sage 50

Part 2

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Earn a credit in just 6 weeks 3 sessions available Classes run Monday to Friday, 9 am – 12pm Materials fee $25 per session

Call 519-836-7280 to register, ext. 627

SESSION 2 October 24—December 5

Grade 11 & 12 English and Literacy - College Level Grade 11 & 12 Chemistry - College & University Levels

Business Essentials Training Modules, modules 2 & 3 (see page 25 for info)

SESSION 1 September 6—October 19

Grade 12 Literacy Course Grade 11 & 12 English - College Level Grade 11 & 12 Math - College & University Levels Grade 11 & 12 Accounting (see page 25 for more info)

Business Essentials Training Modules, all modules (see page 25 for info)

SESSION 3 December 8—February 2

Grade 11 & 12 English and Literacy - College Level Grade 11 & 12 Math - College & University Levels

Business Essentials Training Modules, all modules (see page 25 for info)

Grade 11 & 12 Accounting (see page 25 for more info)

Day School Offerings Secondary School Credit Courses

High School Graduates -You can take additional courses for credit even if you have already completed your high school diploma.

Keep on learning!

Chemistry Accounting English

Math

DAY SCHOOL

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ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE

Grade 11 / 12 Grade 11 / 12 Grade 11 / 12

EMS 3O – Media Studies ENG 3E – Workplace English ENG 3C – College English ENG 3U – University English EBT 4O – Business English ENG 4E – Workplace English ENG 4C – College English ENG 4U – University English ETS 4U – Studies in Literature EWC 4U – Writer’s Craft

MBF 3C – Foundations for College Math

MCF 3M – Functions MCR 3U – Functions & Relations MEL 3E – Math for Everyday Life MAP 4C – Foundations for College Math MCT 4C – College Technology Math MCV 4U – Calculus & Vectors MDM 4U – Data Management MEL 4E – Math for Everyday Life MHF 4U – Advanced Functions

SBI 3C – College Biology SCH 3U – University Chemistry SPH 3U – University Physics SBI 4U – University Biology SCH 4C – College Chemistry SCH 4U – University Chemistry SPH 4C – College Physics SPH 4U – University Physics

BUSINESS SOCIAL STUDIES CAREER STUDIES

Grade 11 / 12 Grade 11 / 12 Grade 11 / 12

BDI 3C – Entrepreneurship BDP 30 – The Enterprising Person BTA 3O – Information Technology BAT 4M – Financial Accounting BBB 4M – International Business

CHW 3M – World History CLU 3E/3M – Canadian Law CHY 4U – World History HLS 3O – Housing and Home Design

HPC 3O – Raising Healthy Children HPW 3C – Working with Infants & Children

GPP 3O – Peer Leadership GWL 3O – Designing Your Future GLN 4O – Navigating the Workplace Co-op Education* *must be employed

TECH STUDIES

Grade 11 / 12

TOJ 4C – Child Development & Gerontology

Independent Learning Secondary School Credit Courses

If you are 18 years or older, choose learning that fits your lifestyle. Learn at your own pace, either

with teacher support or completely on your own. Each course has a 6 month completion window.

Correspondence can be done through booklets or on-line. Each course is $50.00. Course materials are non-refundable.

Call us today to find out what will work best for you!

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INDEPENDENT LEARNING

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e-Learning - Continuing Education Secondary School Credit Courses

E-LEARNING

BTA 3O Information and Communication Technology:

The Digital Environment

Operating System Software

Word Processing and Spreadsheet Software

Web Page Design Software

ENG 4C Grade 12 English College Preparation

Analyze informational and literary texts

Create oral, written and media texts

Prepare students for college

OLC 4O Ontario Secondary School

Literacy Course

Meet provincial literacy requirements

Read informational and narrative texts

Write opinion pieces

MAP 4C Grade 12 College and Apprenticeship Math

Prepare personal budgets

Work with 2D and 3D objects

Understand Data Management Design

BAI 3E Accounting Essentials

Introduction to Accounting

Accounting theories

Double entry accounting

Prepare financial statements

MEL 3E Grade 11/12 Math for Everyday Living

Problem solving for personal finance

Calculate interest and borrowing costs

Calculate transport and travel costs

EBT 4O Business and Technological Communication

In the Workplace

E-mail and Search Engines

Create reports, business letters, brochures

Presentation Software

e-Learning - Continuing Education Secondary School Credit Courses

On-Line Courses—accessible 24/7 Continuous intake Work at your own pace Onsite facility available $50 non-refundable fee for each course

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Hybrid classes combine the benefits of face-to-face learning, online collaboration and self-paced learning - blending flexibility with a mix of instructional strategies and media. Students can choose which location to attend face-to-face, and complete the online components during the rest of the week.

FALL TERM: OCTOBER 11 – DECEMBER 15 (10 WEEKS)

COURSE OFFERINGS: English, Grade 11 & 12, College & University Preparation

(ENG3C, ENG3U, ENG4C, ENG4U) Mathematics, Grade 12 College Technology, University Preparation

(MCT4C, MHF4U) Biology, College & University Preparation

(SBI3U, SBI3C, SBI4U)

Course materials fee $20 (non-refundable)

*Payment must accompany registration form to guarantee spot in the class. Classes only run with sufficient applicants. If a course does not run due to low enrolment, you will be notified and a full refund will be given.

Call or visit one of our Continuing Education offices to find out if

Night School can work for you!

1428 Gordon St., Guelph

519-836-7280

OR

40 Amelia St., Orangeville

519-941-2661

Tuesday Evenings 6:30 - 9:30 John F. Ross C.V.I.

21 Meyer Dr., Guelph

OR

Wednesday Evenings 6:30 - 9:30 Centre Wellington D.H.S. 905 Scotland Dr., Fergus

OR

Thursday Evenings 6:30 - 9:30 Orangeville D.S.S.

22 Faulkner St., Orangeville

Please note that the above locations are dependent on sufficient enrolment.

www.getcredits.ca

Night School 2016 Secondary School Credit Courses

NIGHT SCHOOL

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S T. G E O R G E ’ S C E N T R E ADULT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) CLASSES

ESL CLASSES: Day Classes Monday to F r iday – Morn ing 9:00 a .m. to 11 :30 a .m. ESL L i te racy to Canad ian Language Benchmark 9 Monday to F r iday – A f te rnoon 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. ESL L i te racy to Canad ian Language Benchmark 9

ESL CLASSES: Late Afternoon Class

Monday to Thursday 4:00 p .m. to 6 :00 p .m . ESL Canad ian Language Benchmark 2 to 6

Classes are free for Permanent Residents, Canadian Citizens,

Convention Refugees and Refugee Claimants. Learners must have an English Assessment at Immigrant Services

Guelph-Wellington before registering at St. George’s Centre for ESL. Telephone Immigrant Services at 519-836-2222 for an appointment.

Please contact St. George’s Centre for ESL for more information!

Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration and International Trade

Fal l Term sta r ts September 6 , 2016

We offer 10 different levels of classes including ESL literacy. Learn

how to improve your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.

Instructors give students feed-back on their progress at the end of

each term.

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S T. G E O R G E ’ S C E N T R E ADULT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

ESL CLASSES: Night Classes Monday and W ednesday – Even ing 6:45 p .m. to 9 :15 p .m . ESL L i te racy to Canad ian Language Benchmark 9

TUTORING

This program may help you to reach your educational objectives. If you need to improve in one skill area (listening/speaking, reading or writing) to reach a goal, or if your work schedule and family obligations are preventing you from attending language classes regularly, this tutoring program may be helpful. Groups of 2 to 5 eligible learners will be placed with volunteer tutors to work on lessons prepared by the ESL Tutoring teacher. All tutoring sessions are held at St. George’s Centre. Sessions are arranged individually with ESL Tutoring Teacher. Classes are free for Permanent Residents, Canadian Citizens,

Convention Refugees and Refugee Claimants. Learners must have an English Assessment at Immigrant Services

Guelph-Wellington before registering at St. George’s Centre for ESL. Telephone Immigrant Services at 519-836-2222 for an appointment. Please contact St. George’s Centre for ESL for more information!

Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration and International Trade

Fal l Night School s tar ts September 7 , 2016

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) CLASSES

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S T. G E O R G E ’ S C E N T R E ADULT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

L A NGUA GE I NST R UC T I ON F OR NE W C OM E RS (L I NC) CL A SS E S

LINC CLASSES: Day Classes Monday to F r iday – Morn ing 9:00 a .m. to 11 :30 a .m. L i te racy to Canad ian Language Benchmark 8 Monday to F r iday – A f te rnoon 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. L i te racy to Canad ian Language Benchmark 8

LINC CLASSES: Late Afternoon Classes Monday to Thursday - La te A f te rnoon 4:00 p .m. to 6 :00 p .m . Canad ian Language Benchmark 2 to 6

Classes are free for Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees. Learners must have an English Assessment at Immigrant Services

Guelph-Wellington before registering at St. George’s Centre for ESL. Telephone Immigrant Services at 519-836-2222 for an appointment.

On-site programming is available for children of learners who are Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees as follows:

Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for children aged 6 to 60 months.

Please contact St. George’s Centre for ESL for more information!

Fal l Term sta r ts September 6 , 2016

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S T. G E O R G E ’ S C E N T R E ADULT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

Classes are free for Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees. Learners must have an English Assessment at Immigrant Services

Guelph-Wellington before registering at St. George’s Centre for ESL. Telephone Immigrant Services at 519-836-2222 for an appointment.

Please contact St. George’s Centre for ESL for more information!

L A NGUA GE I NST R UC T I ON F OR NE W C OM E RS (L I NC) CL A SS E S

LINC CLASSES: Night School Mondays and W ednesdays 6:45 p .m. to 9 :15 p .m . L i te racy to Canad ian Language Benchmark 9

Fal l N ight School s tar ts September 7 , 2016

Please note that there are no classes at St. George’s Centre

Saturday, October 8, 2016 Monday, October 10, 2016

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F u n d e d b y t h e O n t a r i o M i n i s t r y o f C i t i z e n s h i p a n d I m m i g r a t i o n

S T. G E O R G E ’ S C E N T R E ADULT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

NIGHT CLASSES – LISTENING AND SPEAKING

CONVERSATION TIME AND PRONUNCIATION TIPS

Thursdays 6:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. September 8 to December 15, 2016

Canadian Language Benchmark 4 to 8

This course is for intermediate and advanced students. It reviews the essential knowledge needed to improve English pronunciation and provides practice speaking with others about interesting and current topics.

CANADIAN IDIOMS AND EXPRESSIONS Tuesdays 6:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.

October 18 to December 6, 2016

Canadian Language Benchmark 4 to 8

This listening course provides learners with an opportunity to listen to “real” English in a classroom setting. Using clips from morning television shows, news programs and documentaries, and popular television shows, learners will improve their listening comprehension and understanding of common Canadian idioms and expressions used in everyday conversation and the media.

Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration and International Trade

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S T. G E O R G E ’ S C E N T R E ADULT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

WORKPLACE PREPARATION

WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION FOR PROFESSIONALS - PART I Tuesdays 6:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.

October 18 to December 6, 2016

Canadian Language Benchmark 6 to 8

During this course, learners will learn about Canadian workplace culture and how Canadians communicate at work, whether it is face-to-face, at meetings or through emails. The course also focuses on vocabulary building with a special emphasis on commonly used idiomatic expressions related to the world of work.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATION FOR THE WORKPLACE Tuesdays 6:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.

October 18 to December 6, 2016

Canadian Language Benchmark 6 to 9

This course will help you improve your writing skills for work. Learn how to write short reports, emails and other forms of business communication. The course will focus on how to write effective introductory paragraphs, develop and support a point of view and create concluding paragraphs.

Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration and International Trade

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S T. G E O R G E ’ S C E N T R E ADULT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

WRITING

WRITING SENTENCES IN ENGLISH Tuesdays 6:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.

October 11 to December 13, 2016

Canadian Language Benchmark 3 to 5

This course is for learners who are beginning to develop their English writing skills. The focus will be on learning to write simple sentences, to use basic tenses correctly and to understand word order. There will also be an introduction to writing paragraphs. By the end of the course, learners will be able to write short messages in English.

SENTENCE STRUCTURE AND PARAGRAPH WRITING Thursdays 6 :45 p .m. to 9 :15 p .m .

September 29 to December 15 , 2016

Canadian Language Benchmark 6 to 8

This course will improve learners’ ability to write effective communication in English. The course will focus on the structure of compound, coordinate and complex sentences and how to form them. Learners will also be introduced to the components of a paragraph. They will learn to write introductory sentences, sentences to develop and support the main topic, and concluding sentences. These skills will be applied in a variety of communications such as emails, reports and letters.

Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration and International Trade

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S T. G E O R G E ’ S C E N T R E ADULT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration and International Trade

SATURDAY CLASSES

IMPROVING YOUR LISTENING COMPREHENSION:

VOCABULARY BUILDING & PRONUNCIATION Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

September 10 to December 10, 2016

Canadian Language Benchmark 5 to 9

This course is for intermediate to advanced learners wishing to improve their l istening comprehension by increasing their knowledge of English vocabulary and reviewing the essentials of English sounds and intonation. *No Class October 8, 2016

Classes are free for Permanent Residents, Canadian Citizens,

Convention Refugees and Refugee Claimants. Learners must have an English Assessment at Immigrant

Services Guelph-Wellington before registering at St. George’s Centre for ESL. Telephone Immigrant Services at 519-836-2222 for an appointment. Please contact St. George’s Centre for ESL for more information!

REGISTRATION for the Saturday Classes is by appointment

during office hours at St. George’s Centre, 21 King Street,

Guelph, Ontario, Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Call 519-766-9551 to make an appointment.

OR

Monday evenings 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – no appointment needed.

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S T. G E O R G E ’ S C E N T R E ADULT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration and International Trade

SATURDAY CLASSES

CITIZENSHIP CLASS Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

September 24 to December 3, 2016 (No Class October 8, 2016)

Canadian Language Benchmark 4 (completed) to 8

This course will help you to prepare for your Canadian citizenship test

using the study guide Discover Canada.

REGISTRATION for the Saturday Classes is by appointment during

office hours at St. George’s Centre, 21 King Street, Guelph, Ontario,

Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Call 519-766-9551 to make an appointment.

OR

Monday evenings 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – no appointment needed.

Classes are free for Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees and Refugee Claimants.

Learners must have an English Assessment at Immigrant Services

Guelph-Wellington before registering at St. George’s Centre for ESL. Telephone Immigrant Services at 519-836-2222 for an appointment. Please contact St. George’s Centre for ESL for more information!

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S T. G E O R G E ’ S C E N T R E ADULT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

REGISTRATION

Registration for all classes is during office hours at St. George’s Centre, 21 King Street, Guelph, Ontario, N1E 4P5 Registration for Day Classes: Monday to Friday:

September to June 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. by appointment

July to August 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. by appointment Call 519-766-9551 to make an appointment Registration for Night School and Saturday Classes: Monday evenings: 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. No appointment needed

What documents to bring: Canadian Citizenship Card OR Canadian Citizenship Certificate and Passport OR Permanent Resident Card OR Landing Documents and Passport OR Work / Visitor Permit and Passport Al l c lasses are f ree fo r Permanent Res idents , Convent ion Refugees,

Refugee C la imants and Canad ian Ci t izens w i th proof of s tatus.

Al l l earners m us t have a language assessm ent a t Imm igrant Serv ices Gue lph -W el l ing ton before reg is t ra t ion . Te lephone Imm igrant Serv ices a t 519 -836 -2222 fo r an appo in tm ent .

On -s i te programming is ava i lab le for ch i ldren of learners who are Permanent Res idents and Convent ion Refugees as fo l lows: Monday to Fr iday 9 :00 a .m. to 3 :00 p .m. fo r ch i ld ren 6 to 60 months o f age

Please contact St. George’s Centre for ESL for more information!

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S T. G E O R G E ’ S C E N T R E ADULT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

HOW TO GET TO ST. GEORGE’S CENTRE FOR ESL

Free school bus for Monday to Fr iday day c lasses to / f rom Wil low Road, Westwood Road, and Stone Road areas – schedule ava i lab le a t regis t ra t ion or on our websi te a t www.guelphesl .ca

Limi ted f ree park ing ava i lab le a t St . George ’s Centre

From downtown take Ci ty Bus 12 to bus s top on Eramosa Road at Ar thur St reet – see above map

St. George’s Centre 21 King Street Guelph, Ontario. N1E 4P5

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2 1 K i n g S t r e e t , G u e l p h , O n t a r i o . N 1 E 4 P 5 P h o n e : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 5 5 1 F a x : 5 1 9 - 7 6 6 - 9 4 8 5

e m ai l : s tg e o rg es . ce n t r e @ u gd s b . o n . ca w e bs i t e : w w w .g ue lp h es l .ca

On a Work Permit, Study Permit, or

Just Visiting Canada?

We welcome temporary residents, 18 years or older, who want to learn English. For more information about

our classes

how to register

arranging for a language assessment

current tuition fees

Please contact St. George’s Centre during office hours

by telephone at 519-766-9551 or

by email at stgeorges.centre@ugdsb.on.ca

Some conditions apply.

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▲ No wheelchair access ● Limited wheelchair access

■ Wheelchair access and washroom facility

Classes in this guide are held at the following locations Call 519-836-7280 for more information

Centennial C.V.I. ▲ College Heights S.S. ▲

Priory Park P.S. ▲

Wellington Centre for Continuing Education ● St. George’s Centre ●

Guelph C.V.I. ▲ John F. Ross C.V.I. ● FERGUS

Centre Wellington D.H.S. ■

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FULL PAYMENT IS REQUIRED AT TIME OF REGISTRATION

Make cheque payable to (no post-dated): Wellington Centre for Continuing Education Send form & payment to: Wellington Centre for Continuing Education 1428 Gordon St., Guelph, ON N1L 1C8

You may now register online at:

Have credit card and course listings handy. Call Monday—Friday, 9 am-4 pm

519-836-7280 - for Guelph courses

519-323-4840 - for Centre Wellington courses

In Fergus, Elora, Alma

519-837-0244

Fax registration form including credit card information, address and phone number.

Wellington Centre for Continuing Education 1428 Gordon St., Guelph, ON N1L 1C8 9 am-4 pm Monday—Friday After Hours: Use drop box near front door

To register for a Secondary School Credit Course, please phone for details or come into the office and fill out a registration form.

519-836-7280

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Child’s Surname:_____________________ First Name:_________________ Birth Date _____________ M F (if child’s course) (child’s) DD/MM/YR

Mailing Address:_____________________________________________________________________________ (Street, Box # or Rural Route) Town

Postal Code

Phone:__________________________ Bus:__________________ Email:_______________________________

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Name on Card:___________________________________ Signature:__________________________________

The above information is collected under the legal authority of the Education Act, R.S.O. 1980. This information is used for administration and statistical purposed of the

Continuing Education Department and will be accessed by the principals, teachers and support staff. Queries concerning this information collection should be directed to

the Principal of Continuing Education, 1428 Gordon St., Guelph, Ontario N1L 1C8 - (519) 836-7280.

Register online at:

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Course 1 Name:________________________________

Location:_______________________Fee:____________

(+HST if applicable)

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