All Class Schedule - Spring 2011 with Reg #

ALL Class Schedule - Spring 2011

Mark your calendar and join us at our Spring Open House on Saturday,
January 22nd, 2011.

At the Open House, you will drop off your registration forms with your class choices.
If you are registering for NEW membership for the first time this academic year,
there will be ALL volunteers available to help you register to become a member,
pay your membership fee and get your ID card. Existing members will be able to
get their Spring 2011 sticker so don’t forget to bring your ID card.
There are a few classes that require a materials fee and also fees for the bus trips.
Fees must be paid at time of signup…..we need exact cash or
check (payable to CyFair ALL).
The AARP Driver Safety class will also require sign up.
The AARP fee is payable by check at the time of class.

Class Name &
Reg # Date Day Time Description
Instructor

January
Adrian Zangirolami of PreserveFirst will address "The Investing Riddle",
sometimes it's a nightmare, what's the right thing to do? Come learn the
difference between market solutions and fixed solutions and the conflicts
The Investing Riddle of interest involved in each; estate planning pains and no-nonsense
17553 18-Jan Tue 10:00-12:00 solutions.
Adrian Zangirolami There will be three sessions - make plans to attend all dates -
Tuesday, January 18th at 10:00-12:00
Thursday, January 20th at 1:30-3:30
Tuesday, January 25th at 10:00-12:00

The LSC-CyFair / Harris County Library is a fantastic asset to this area.
Library Nuts & Bolts Come learn the nuts and bolts of using the Lone Star Library. You'll learn
17558 18-Jan Tue 1:30-2:30 about hours, check out procedures, videos, books, ebooks, audio books,
Librarian newspapers and magazines, and meeting rooms. Get a free demo on
how to search the catalog and access research databases.

Join this class as Linda Gabrielson shows us how to "up-cycle" one of
those store-logo totes into a snazzy "statement" bag using collage
techniques and embellishments. Class participants should bring an old
logo bag that they would like to embellish. Also bring some old clothes (to
cut up and swap swatches), fabric, buttons, etc. We will use the fabric
Embellish-A-Tote
swatches and other items to cover the old logos with a new piece of art.
17556 19-Jan Wed 1:30-3:30
This should be a good time !
Linda Gabrielson
There will be four sessions for this class -
January 19th, Wednesday 1:30-3:30
January 26th, Wednesday 1:30-3:30
February 2nd, Wednesday 1:30-3:30
February 9th, Wednesday 1:30-3:30

Class Name &
Instructor
What's Happening Find out all of the FREE activities you'll encounter at the Lone Star
at the Library College-CyFair Branch Library of the Harris County Public Library.
17563 20-Jan Thurs 10:00-11:00
Brainstorm with a librarian about the other activities you would like to see
Librarian made available.
The Investing Riddle
20-Jan Thurs 1:30-3:30 Part 2 of 3
Adrian Zangirolami
Join this ongoing group to play Texas 42 Dominoes each Thursday
17564 20-Jan Thurs 2:00-4:00 Dominoes
afternoon in the Student Commons cafeteria.

Culture permeates the communication process in an inevitable way. A
Intercultural general awareness of this concept is a great starting point in your efforts
Communication to increase communication effectiveness. Join Paige Davis, Associate
17565 21-Jan Fri 10:00-12:00
Professor of Speech, in the discussion of notions of culture and diversity
Assoc Prof Paige Davis as they relate to everyday communication. Participants are asked to bring
an item from home with a personal cultural significance

The Mah Jongg Players will continue the games each Friday afternoon at
17568 21-Jan Fri 1:30-3:30 Mah Jongg
1:30 in the Student Commons Cafeteria….for experienced players

Early detection of Alzheimer's disease matters. Do you know the 10
Know the 10 Signs Basics
Warning Signs? Ann Marie McDonald, Regional Outreach Coordinator of
of Alzheimer's Disease
17575 24-Jan Mon 10:00-12:00 the Houston Alzheimer's Association, will tell us how Alzheimer's disease
affects the brain and its progression. She will present a follow-up program
Ann Marie McDonald
on March 28th from 10:00-12:00.

During the 2nd World War, the Allies needed a place to put the large
Hearne Had a number of Axis soldiers that were surrendering. The first group of soldiers
Prisoner Camp in It taken prisoner by the American army were Rommel's Afrika Korps. The
17577 24-Jan Mon 1:30-3:00
U.S., needing POW camps, started looking stateside and Hearne Camp,
Cheryl LeJune among others was borne. We will look at the town, the prisoners, the
guards, as we discuss a little known aspect of WW II.

The Investing Riddle
25-Jan Tue 10:00-12:00 Part 3 of 3
Adrian Zangirolami
Ted Lewis is both a founding dean and current Dean of Instruction at LSC-
CyFair. His background in Political Science is extensive including
authoring books and articles and working with the Texas Secretary of
Analysis of 2010 State on election procedures. Come join the interactive discussion as
Midterm Election Dean Lewis addresses changes in the political landscape as a result of
17578 25-Jan Tue 1:30-3:00
the midterm elections. Can we expect leaders of both political parties to
Dean Ted Lewis find common ground in reaching policy decisions, or will we continue to
experience acrimony between the two parties in government? What are
the implications of the midterm election for the 2012 presidential
campaign?
26-Jan Wed 1:30-3:30 Embellish-A-Tote Part 2 of 4

Class Name &
Instructor
Would you like to travel the Canadian Rockies by railroad….well attend
Canada by Rail this class and hear all about the recent trip that Cynthia Hobart and Donna
McCarty took in October. Their nine day trip started in Vancouver and
17579 27-Jan Thurs 10:00-12:00
Cynthia Hobart ended in Calgary. The first leg of the trip was by train through the
& Donna McCarty Rockies….then came a trip to beautiful Lake Louise and Banff. The finale
was a visit to the cosmopolitan city of Calgary.
27-Jan Thurs 2:00-4:00 Dominoes Dominoes continues in Student Commons.

BBB - Scams Candice Twyman of the Houston BBB will tell us about the latest schemes
17580 28-Jan Fri 10:00-11:30 and scams and how to protect yourself. Don't become a victim of a
Candice Twyman scam…..and the bad guys come up with new one every day.

28-Jan Fri 1:30-3:00 Mah Jongg Mah Jongg continues in Student Commons.
Charles Wolcott will teach us some "stress management" techniques. If
Stress Management
you have stress in your life this will be a valuable class that could improve
17581 31-Jan Mon 10:00-12:00
your health. This will be a two-part class with the first class on January
Charles Wolcott
31st and the second class on March 22nd.
Learn how to avoid the common mistakes that people make once they
Medicare become eligible for Medicare benefits. Current Medicare recipients as
Money Saving Tips well as new enrollees can benefit from this program. When is the best
17684 31-Jan Mon 1:30-3:00
time to sign up? Should I get "Part C" Advantage or a Medigap plan?
Rick Sallinger Which Medigap plan? Rick Sallinger from The Longevity Planning
Institute Houston will address these questions.
February
Stephen Ruback will tell us about the bomb in your house that is calling for
The Bomb in Your House
your attention. It is disguised as a water heater and frequently ignored
17582 1-Feb Tue 10:00-11:30
and mistreated. Come learn what you should look for and what you
Stephen Ruback
should do about it.
Part 1 of 4 part Spring History Series sponsored by the National
Endowment for the Humanities - English Professor Matt Turner will tell us
Legacies and Landmarks
about the Legacies and Landmarks of the High Plains Native Americans.
of the High Plains
NOTE TIME & PLACE: This class will be held in Library Room 131
17583 1-Feb Tues 1:00-2:00 Native Americans
(same place as LIFE) from 1:00-2:00.
Part 2 - Feb 23
Prof Matthew Turner
Part 3 - March 23
Part 4 - April 18
2-Feb Wed 1:30-3:30 Embellish-A-Tote Part 3 of 4
3-Feb Thurs 2:00-4:00 Dominoes Dominoes continues in Student Commons.
Last semester Mary Ellen Walsh demonstrated the lost art of weaving on
an Inkle loom. Everyone enjoyed it so much we have invited her back for
additional lessons, including warping the loom. Cotton yarns will be
Inkle Weaving provided or bring your own, for a choice of 3 patterns to make belts,
17584 4-Feb Fri 10:00-11:30 braids, straps, or bookmarks. This will be a 3 session class so that all will
Mary Ellen Walsh have ample time to actually complete a project.
Session 1 - Friday, February 4, 2011, 10:00-11:30

Class Name &
Instructor
Sherri Munson returns this semester to do a repeat of her "affordable
Affordable Arrangement arrangement". Come learn how to make a Flower Pen Arrangement that
17585 4-Feb Fri 1:30-3:30 is both beautiful and useful. Those who attended the class in November
Sherri Munson said they had a blast doing this project. There will be a supply fee of
$3.00 for this class.
4-Feb Fri 1:30-3:30 Mah Jongg Mah Jongg continues in Student Commons.
Skin Care Come learn how aging changes skin and what we can do about it. Olga
17586 7-Feb Mon 10:00-12:00
Olga Marko Marko will discuss recent research on skin care.

Lisa Brashier, Professor of Kinesiology at LSC-CyFair, will lead us through
a series of three short exercise classes (only 30 minutes). She will show
us easy exercises that do not require any special or expensive equipment
that we can incorporate into our everyday lives.
There will be 3 classes - 30 minutes each. Note Dates & Time.
Class 1 - Monday, Feb 7th - 12:30pm - Pilates & Yoga - Meet in CENT
Exercises for ALL
118, Dance Room. Class involves exercises done while sitting or lying on
17587 7-Feb Mon 12:30-1:00
the floor. Street shoes are not allowed on dance floor.
Lisa Brashier
Class 2 - Tuesday, Mar 1st - 1:00pm - Chair Exercises - Meet in Mod 2
Room 101
Class 3 - Monday, April 4th - 1:00pm - Walking - Meet in Mod 2 Room
101 (Wear comfortable walking shoes.)
For all classes, please wear comfortable, loose clothing that allows
movement.

Jim Lower will describe his book-writing journey with regard to his recently
Donegal Irish Justice released historical fiction book titled Donegal Irish Justice. He'll take us
17588 8-Feb Tue 10:00-11:30 through the writing stage from the formative idea to the actual publishing
Jim Lower and sales of the novel. It is interesting because he wrote the book while
working full time.

Anne and Clyde Criddle will give us a brief overview of the discovery,
Visual Tour of
history, culture, and economics of New Zealand. There will be special
New Zealand
17589 8-Feb Tue 1:30-3:30 emphasis on the beauty and variety of natural wonders of the "Land of the
Long White Cloud." The Criddles will show PowerPoint slides with
Anne & Clyde Criddle
beautiful highlights of their two week self tour of the two islands.

9-Feb Wed 1:30-3:30 Embellish-A-Tote Class 4 of 4

As a negotiator, Ken Lambert is able to help you with decisions, suggest
Funeral Negotiator
providers, and negotiate deals. All of this is handled on the phone and is
Knowledge is Power
17591 10-Feb Thurs 10:00-11:30 strictly confidential. Don't be unprepared for the inevitable….learn how
the funeral industry works and how you and your family can avoid being
Ken Lambert
taken advantage of during an emotional time.

Diane Knox will lead a great 'make and take' cupcake decorating class just
in time to treat your Valentine! This class will use the Health Science
Cupcake Decorate
Center "kitchen" HSC Room 105 which will make this class feel like a
17593 10-Feb Thurs 1:30-3:30
presentation on the Food Chanel Network. There will be a supply fee of
Diane Knox
$5.00 for this class and you will be able to decorate two cupcakes
and then leave with (or eat) them. Class will be limited to 20 people.

11-Feb Fri 10:00-11:30 Inkle Weaving Class 2 of 3

Class Name &
Instructor
A girl's best friend may be "diamonds"….but we really like all jewelry.
Valentine's Jewelry
Come create your own Valentine's Jewelry with Sherri Munson. This will
17595 11-Feb Fri 1:30-3:30
be another fun "hands-on" class. There will be a supply fee of $5.00 for
Sherri Munson
this class.

See America first! Peggy Presnell will give us information on Tours in the
Travel USA & Canada and share tips on when to go to get the best deals. Some
17597 14-Feb Mon 10:00-12:00 specific destinations and tours associated with those destinations will be
Peggy Presnell discussed. River Boat Tours in the USA will be included.
Peggy will have two more travel classes on Feb 21st & Feb 25th.

"Tax-free" - what a great concept! Anita Bowman-McCormick of Edward
Tax-Free Investing Jones will tell us about Tax-Free Investing - It's Not What You Make, It's
17599 14-Feb Mon 1:30-3:00 What You Keep. Come learn about the benefits and considerations of
Anita Bowman-McCormick choosing investments that offer tax advantages. It's important to keep
abreast of ever-changing tax laws.
Add Years to Your Life Dr. Sammy Tao (Chiropractor) will tell us how to make the most of the
17600 15-Feb Tue 19:00-11:30 and Life to Your Years physical strength we have. You can't help getting older, but you don't
Dr. Sammy Tao have to feel old.

Dr. David Erani will give us an overview of Diabetes so that we understand
What is Diabetes what it is and what it does to our bodies. Prevention starts with
17601 15-Feb Tue 1:30-3:00 understanding your health and gradually making lifestyle changes so that
Dr. David Erani you can achieve long-term health success. Are you at risk for type 2
diabetes? Learn about diabetes screening, care and management.

18-Feb Fri 10:00-11:30 Inkle Weaving Class 3 of 3

AARP Driver Safety Program, a five-hour classroom refresher course
designed especially for drivers 50 and older, will be presented by Larry
Klein. Most auto insurers will discount your premium if you take this class,
AARP Driver Safety but your attendance will not allow you to dismiss a moving violation ticket.
The course fee is payable by check to AARP on the day of the class:
Larry Klein $12 for AARP members (must present your AARP card to receive full
17602 19-Feb Sat 8:00-1:00 discount) and $14 per non-members. Bring your driver's license.
Light refreshments will be available. Maximum class size is 30. YOU
Class will be in
MUST SIGN UP FOR THIS CLASS DURING REGISTRATION. SIGN
Mod 2, Room 101 THE WAIT LIST IF CLASS MAXIMUM HAS BEEN MET. Cancellations
often occur; you have a good likelihood of attending even though you
signed the wait list. Class will be in the regular Mod 2, Room 101
classroom.

Travel discussion today will include cruising in Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Highlighted will be when and where you should go and how to get the best
Travel
prices for those locations. Peggy Presnell will tell us about some great
17597 21-Feb Mon 10:00-12:00
cruises in northern Europe that include St. Petersburg. Come learn the
Peggy Presnell
differences between cruises in the Western Mediterranean and the
Eastern Mediterranean. You may even want to take a transatlantic cruise!

Class Name &
Instructor

Denese Schmelzkopf will introduce the movie "The Living Matrix - A
Film on the New Science of Healing." The film will give us an up-close
look at the science of information as medicine. Leading researchers and
health practitioners share their discoveries on the "miracle cures"
Live Matrix Movie traditional medicine can't explain. The film offers ways in which to change
17603 22-Feb Tue 10:00-12:00 the way we think about our health. This film supports much of what
Denese Schmelzkopf Denese and Dick shared in their class, Change Your Mind to Change Your
Life / Overcoming Adversity with Wit and Humor.
NOTE: It's important to be on time for class in order to hear the
introduction - it will help you understand the movie. There will be
time for Q&A following the movie.

We hope the need doesn't arise, but there may be a time when, due to
Medical Nutrition illness or injury, we have to look at different ways to receive nourishment.
Come learn from Dietitian Christine Lopez and Pharmacist Charles
17604 22-Feb Tue 1:30-3:00
Christine Lopez McClure about "enteral" nutrition (tube feeding) and "parenteral" nutrition
& Charles McClure (IV feeding). This program is presented by the Walgreens Infusion and
Respiratory Services Team.
Hail to the Joint LIFE / ALL program - Hail to the (Forgotten) Chief. Uncover the
(Forgotten) Chief truth about the presidents who were just plain "lovable losers". History
17605 23-Feb Wed 10:00-11:00
Professor Alex Smith continues his series about the presidents we just
Prof Alex Smith don't remember, but maybe we should.
Part 2 of 4 Part Spring History Series sponsored by National
Landmarks of Endowment for the Humanities - Sociology Professor Idolina Hernandez
American Democracy will tell us about the Landmarks of American Democracy: From Freedom
17583 23-Feb Wed 12:00-1:00
Summer to the Memphis Sanitation Workers' Strike. NOTE: This class
Idolina Hernandez will be in Library Room 131 (same place as LIFE) from 12:00-
1:00….plan your lunch before or after class.
BBB-Healthcare Fraud Don't be a target of healthcare fraud. Learn to protect, detect and report
17611 24-Feb Thurs 10:00-11:30 Medicare Fraud. Barbara McGinity of the Houston BBB will share info on
Barbara McGinity how to recognize fraud and what we should do about it.

Are you looking for something different? Peggy Presnell will share
Travel
information on exotic locations where fewer people have explored. Group
17597 25-Feb Fri 10:00-12:00
tours and cruises are a great way to see the sights – learn the advantages
Peggy Presnell
of booking in groups. Let's get an ALL group trip together!

Come join us for a class in how to write poetry. We will be learning
Found Poetry "Found Poetry" which is formed by taking words and phrases from other
sources and creating our own poems. Gail Marxhausen, Assistant
17614 28-Feb Mon 10:00-11:30
Assoc Prof Professor of English at LSC-CyFair, will show us a few ways to "find" our
Gail Marxhausen own poetry. This class will be fun and entertaining as we discover our
creative side.

Class Name &
Instructor

LSC-CyFair is lucky to have Scotty Moore, archaeologist, anthropologist
and Discovery Channel host, as a teacher. Mr. Moore is a Cypress native
that has traveled the world and studied the world's cultures - but he has
now returned to his home in Cypress, TX. ALL is privileged to have Mr.
Moore present two programs this semester. The first program will be
Archaeology in
on February 28, 2011, 1:30-3:30 - Archaeology isn't just the search for
the 21st Century
17615 28-Feb Mon 1:30-3:30 broken bits of pottery and it doesn't just involve funny little men running
around searching for their mummies. Archaeology in the 21st century
Teacher Scotty Moore
uses a wide variety of sciences and disciplines to understand and recreate
the human past, 98% of which involved no written records whatsoever.
Come discover a little bit of what we know, how we know it, and what is
left to discover. The second program on anthropology will be on April
27, 2011 at 1:30-3:30.

March
Tony Kram will lead this nine-session Drawing class on Tuesday
mornings. Enjoy learning the fundamentals of freehand drawing. Study
line, shadow, tones (colors), and how to establish the appropriate
Drawing Class
proportions of objects in a composition. Students must provide their own
17626 1-Mar Tue 10:00-12:00
supplies including Drawing pencil, all purpose sketch book and a kneaded
Instructor Tony Kram
eraser.
Class will meet on the following Tuesday mornings at 10:00 in Mod
2, Rm 101 - March 1, 8, 29 / April 5, 12, 19, 26 / May 3, 10
Class 2 of Exercises with Lisa Brashier - Come to Mod 2 Room 101 at
Chair Exercises
1:00 where Lisa will show us some easy exercises using a standard chair
17587 1-Mar Tue 1:00-1:30
in your home. It is important to maintain strength and flexibility as we age.
Professor Lisa Brashier
This 30 minute class may change your life.
Have you ever wondered how websites and blogs work? Would you like
to create your own blog or web page? Come to class and Professor
Idolina Hernandez will lead us in a hands on instruction session that will
Prof Idolina Hernandez
inform you on some of the basics of web creation and blogging. You will
17618 2-Mar Wed 1:30-3:30
be presented with different examples of how you can use these tools to
TECH Bldg - Rm 104B.
keep in touch with your family, promote a business or promote your ideas
on the internet.
NOTE: This class will be held in TECH 104B.

"The Churchills" - a portrait of one of the most influential families in
Winston Churchill DVD England, from the 1st Duke of Marlborough to Sir Winston Churchill, one
17629 3-Mar Thurs 10:00-12:00 of the greatest statesmen of the 20th Century. Sir Winston's courage,
Ann Candela character and genius rallied the British people to "their finest hour". Ann
Candela will host this program and lead the discussion following the DVD.

3-Mar Thurs 2:00-4:00 Dominoes Dominoes continues in Student Commons.

Home Health Care Join Robin O'Neal as she gives us a detailed description of your Medicare
A Bountiful Harvest benefits. She will discuss what to expect if you are hospitalized and the
17630 4-Mar Fri 10:00-11:30
different levels of care available. The discussion will include information on
Robin O'Neal home health care and hospice. There will be time for questions.

4-Mar Fri 1:30-3:30 Mah Jongg Mah Jongg continues in Student Commons.

Class Name &
Instructor
Olga Marko will lead the discussion on common herbs and how they affect
Herbs in Our Lives
the body. Throughout history herbs have been noted for their healing
17633 7-Mar Mon 10:00-12:00
power. While they are not “medicine” they may help in certain
Olga Marko
circumstances and some definitely add comfort to our lives.
Music Professor John Wolfskill will show us three rare woodwind
Woodwind Instruments
instruments made in the 1830's and tell us how he came to hold them. He
17636 7-Mar Mon 1:30-3:30
will also give us some background on the origins of woodwinds and how
Assoc Prof John Wolfskill
they have changed over the centuries.
8-Mar Tue 10:00-12:00 Drawing Class Drawing Class meets in Mod 2, Room 101.

Misty Barbee, a personal fitness trainer, (aka Fit Kick Chick) will show us
Home Exercises
some exercises that seniors can do at home to keep limber and fit. While
for Seniors
17638 8-Mar Tue 1:00-3:00 our group won't be getting into kick-boxing, these simple exercises may
help us increase our energy and transform our bodies.
Misty Barbee
Note that the time for this class is 1:00 to 3:00 !!

Attention Wine Connoisseurs! Don't throw away those corks when you
recycle you wine bottles! Bring them to the ALL class on March 9th where
Cork Stopper Creations
Linda Gabrielson will teach us how to make a myriad of goodies, fancy
17639 9-Mar Wed 1:30-3:30
enough for gift giving. Yes, you can use this as an excuse to have a glass
Linda Gabrielson
of wine. Note that screw tops on wine bottles will have to be another
class.

Wright Abshire Attorneys has dedicated its legal practice to helping
Wright Abshire families care for Texas senior citizens and family members with special
17640 10-Mar Thurs 10:00-11:30
Attorneys needs. They will share information on Elder Law, Estate Planning,
Guardianship, and Probate as well as other asset protection strategies.

Home Security It is important to assess the "temptation" signs of your home. Doron
17641 11-Mar Fri 10:00-11:30 Netanel will teach us how to protect your home against invasion and
Doron Netanel vandalism. Come learn from an expert the actions to take right now.
Spring Break - March 14th through March 18th
Heidi Crockford is a Partner with LTC Financial Partners, the nation's
largest agency that specializes in long term care planning. She will
discuss what long term care is, what your options are, and how to properly
implement a plan for you and your family. Traditional LTC policies will be
Long Term Care Options discussed as well as the Texas LTC Partnership Program that includes an
17642 21-Mar Mon 10:00-12:00 "asset disregard benefit" that may be useful if you need to apply for
Heidi Crockford Medicaid. We will also cover the Class Act (Community Living Assistance
Services and Support) that was part of the Health Care Reform Bill. This
is a program that provides an employer-administered "public option" for
LTC insurance for those still in the workforce. There will be a power point
presentation with question and answers afterwards.

Music Professor Alex Qian will share info on the upcoming musical
"Gloria" by Vivaldi
performance of Gloria by Vivaldi. This program will be presented on
17643 21-Mar Mon 1:30-3:30
Friday, March 25th. Following the presentation on Gloria, Professor Qian
Alex Qian
will tell us more about growing up in China during the revolution.

Class Name &
Instructor
Stress Management
Charles Wolcott will return for part 2 on stress management techniques.
Part 2
17581 22-Mar Tue 10:00-12:00 In this class he will assess how well we have learned to control stress by
using the techniques he presented in the first class.
Charles Wolcott

It's that time of the year; birds are heading back to their summer homes.
Bird Migrations Tim Sebesta, LSC-CyFair Professor of Kinesiology, will give us some
17644 22-Mar Tue 1:30-3:00 interesting information on this amazing natural phenomenon. He will also
Prof Tim Sebesta discuss what birds we might see coming through our area as well as
giving us some simple steps we can take to make our yards bird friendly.

Part 3 of 4 Part Spring History Series sponsored by National Endowment
for the Humanities - History Professor Ester Robinson will tell us about
Building the New South
Building the New South: The Social and Economic Transformation of the
17583 23-Mar Wed 12:00-1:00
Piedmont after the Civil War.
Prof Ester Robinson
This class will be held in Library Room 131 (same place as LIFE)
from 12:00-1:00 - plan your lunch before or after this class.

What does your pain feel like? Is it sharp, throbbing, shooting, or dull?
In Pain? Who are you
Determining the source and type of your pain can help you determine if
going to call?
17645 24-Mar Thurs 10:00-11:30 you should see a doctor, chiropractor, massage therapist, or physical
therapist. Tim Janak, massage therapist, will review the type of pains we
Jim Janak
all have and help us decide where and when we should go for relief.

Back by popular demand! If you were not able to get into the Build-A-
Birdhouse class last semester, you will have another chance this
semester. Gene Chism will return to lead the class in construction of the
birdhouse (an inside decorative item). He will have kits prepared with
wood pieces which are pre-cut, pre-sanded, and pre-drilled (saving you a
lot of labor). All class participants will need to do is to assemble the
birdhouse. Once assembled, "painting coach" Linda Gabrielson will be
there to discuss applying the basecoat and thoughts on design.
Build A Birdhouse
Participants will need to register (class is limited to 15 students) and
17647 24-Mar Thurs 1:30-3:30
pay a class fee of $15 to cover the construction kit. They will also need
Gene Chism
to provide their own acrylic paints and brushes necessary to complete
their artistic vision. Paints and brushes are readily available at local craft
stores.
This will be a series of 4 classes on following dates -
March 24th, Thursday afternoon 1:30-3:30
March 31st, Thursday afternoon 1:30-3:30
April 7th, Thursday afternoon 1:30-3:30
April 14th, Thursday afternoon 1:30-3:30

The fact and existence of evil has puzzled philosophers since the
beginning of time. In this lecture we continue the time honored discussion
On Evil and Others by reflecting on Saint Augustine's solution to the problem of evil and
raising a number of key questions. After reflecting on the manifestation of
17650 25-Mar Fri 10:00-11:30
Assoc Prof Philosophy evil, we come to realize that evil seems only to exist within inter-subjective
Mark Thorsby communities. By pulling this insight together with that of Augustine we will
be in a much better position to understand not only why but how evil exits
in the world.

Class Name &
Instructor
Alzheimer's
Ann Marie McDonald, Regional Outreach Coordinator of the Houston
Diagnosis & Caregiving
17651 28-Mar Mon 10:00-12:00 Alzheimer's Association, returns to give us information on understanding
the Alzheimer's diagnosis and how to alleviate the stress of caregiving.
Ann Marie McDonald
Hair Care
for the Aging Cheryl & Cosme' Torrez will talk to us about how aging affects hair and
17652 28-Mar Mon 1:30-3:30
how we can improve it or accommodate the changes.
Cheryl & Cosme'
29-Mar Tue 10:00-12:00 Drawing Drawing Class meets in Mod 2, Room 101.
Current Economic
Join the discussion with Associate Professor of Economics Rick Pretzsch
Situation
17653 29-Mar Tues 1:30-3:00 as he discusses our current economic situation. How did 2010 end?
What's the outlook for 2011?
Assoc Prof Rick Pretzsch
Beware of the "M" Word Mold is possibly one of the most misunderstood aspects of real estate.
Mold Know when to bet and when to fold. Stephen Ruback will tell us how to
17654 30-Mar Wed 1:30-3:00
identify mold in your home - what can be cleaned up and what must be
Stephen Ruback ripped out.
31-Mar Thurs 1:30-3:30 Birdhouse Birdhouse class 2 of 4 Mod 2, Room 101 classroom.
April
Bill Willits, a member of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF), will talk
about preservation efforts involving WWII historic airplanes and their roles
in U. S. military history. On Saturday & Sunday, Jan 2 & 3, you are
Vintage World War II
invited to attend the Flyin and Open House hosted by the West
Aircraft
17661 1-Apr Fri 10:00-12:00 Houston Squadron of Commemorative Air Force. The Flyin and Open
House will be on the grounds of the West Houston Airport just off Barker
Bill Willits
Cypress on Groschke Road. There you will be able to see several vintage
World War II military airplanes. There is no admission charge; however,
there is a parking charge of $8.00 per car.

1-Apr Fri 1:30-3:30 Mah Jongg Mah Jongg continues in Student Commons.

Join us as we travel back to the early days of the Louisiana territory. Both
the Spanish and French claimed parts of Louisiana giving, especially New
Orleans, its European flavor. Added to the European society were the
Legacy of the
Africans brought over to work in the fields and houses. From this mix, the
Louisiana Creole
17656 4-Apr Mon 10:00-11:30 Creoles were born. A three-tier society developed with the free people of
color having access to education, skilled trades, and legal contracts.
Autumn Raynor
Autumn Raynor, CE Program Coordinator at LSC-CyFair and Instructor in
Speech and African American Studies, will introduce us the Creole
society, how it started and its lasting effects on today's Louisiana.

Walking Exercises Class 3 of the exercise classes with Lisa Brashier will be on Walking. You
17587 4-Apr Mon 1:00-1:30 think you know how to walk, but Lisa might have some new ideas. Meet in
Professor Lisa Brashier Mod 2, Room 101 at 1:00-1:30. (Wear comfortable walking shoes.)

Cynthia Capers, Associate Director of Education - Holocaust Museum
Beyond Anne Frank
Houston will share insight into other Holocaust-Era Diaries. There are
17657 4-Apr Mon 1:30-3:30
more diaries than that of Anne Frank that recount what happened during
Cynthia Capers
that time period.

Class Name &
Instructor
5-Apr Tue 10:00-12:00 Drawing Drawing Class meets in Mod 2, Room 101.

Dr. Alain Elbaz will discuss simple solutions for shoulder problems. Dr.
Shoulder Pain Solutions Elbaz has practiced orthopedics and sports medicine in Houston since
17658 5-Apr Tue 1:30-3:30 1998 when he moved his practice from Montreal, Canada. His specialty is
Dr. Alain Elbaz arthroscopic shoulder surgery. But hopefully he can tell us how to protect
our joints so we won't cause an injury and need surgery.

Denese Schmelzkopf will lead this class on Star Seed Meditation where
we will learn a simple, but effective method to meditate. Designed at the
University of Maryland, this practice has proven to be usable by anyone
Star Seed Meditation
wanting to meditate, even if they have been unsuccessful in the past. Star
17659 7-Apr Thurs 10:00-12:00
Seed’s original purpose was to enhance learning and retention by utilizing
Denese Schmelzkopf
both sides of the brain, at the same time. It is very effective in achieving
this purpose, whether you are 9, or 109. You will be able to duplicate this
method when you leave the class.

7-Apr Thurs 1:30-3:30 Birdhouse Birdhouse class 3 of 4 in Mod 2, Room 101 classroom.
7-Apr Thurs 2:00-4:00 Dominoes Dominoes continues in Student Commons.
We take a trip back in time to the third century BC and the rule of China's
Shihuangdi: The Legacy of first emperor. History Professor Bobby O'Brien will tell us why Shihuangdi
China's First Emperor and is considered such a phenomenal leader during his short time in power.
17640 8-Apr Fri 10:00-11:30 the Terra Cotta Soldiers Shihuangdi united all of China, ordered massive construction projects,
standardized the country's language and money, among many other
Prof Bobby O'Brien achievements. His mausoleum, including the Terra Cotta Warriors, is a
testament to his reign.
12-Apr Tues 10:00-12:00 Drawing Drawing Class meets in Mod 2, Room 101.
Respiratory Therapy
The Walgreens Infusion and Respiratory Services Team of Dewey Pham
and Juan Valdovinos will give us a generalized overview of respiratory
17662 12-Apr Tues 1:30-3:00 Dewey Pham &
needs associated with conditions like COPD, sleep apnea and heart
Juan Valdovinos
failure.
Respiratory Therapist

Associate Professor Kim Lane returns this semester to lead another "fun"
Math Fun math class. If you have forgotten some of that math that you learned 40-
17663 14-Apr Thurs 10:00-11:30 50 years ago, come to this class to get a refresher. Kim reminds us of
Assoc Prof Kim Lane math basics in a non-threatening way…..by using games and puzzles.
We all need to reactivate those math brain cells!

14-Apr Thurs 1:30-3:30 Birdhouse Birdhouse class 4 of 4 in Mod 2, Room 101.
Associate Speech Professor Paige Davis wants to have input from the
ALL members. Current events, pop culture and technology frequently give
Communication Topics rise to issues related to communication in some form or fashion. Join us
17655 15-Apr Fri 10:00-12:00 as we discuss some of the new and emerging "hot topics" related to
Assoc Prof Paige Davis communication. If you would like to suggest a topic for discussion, please
drop a note in the envelope labeled "Current Communication Topics"
between March 7 and March 18.

Class Name &
Instructor

Part 4 of 4 Part Spring History Series sponsored by National Endowment
One Man Takes a Stand for the Humanities - Philosophy Professor Maria Sanders will tell us about
17583 18-Apr Mon 12:00-1:00 One Man Takes a Stand: Standing Bear's Trial.
Prof Maria Sanders This class will be held in Library Room 131 (same place as LIFE)
from 12:00-1:00….plan your lunch before or after this class.


5 Secrets to Dr. Sammy Tao says that you have two choices regarding your health.
Feeling Younger You can do the same things you are currently doing and get the same
17664 19-Apr Tue 1:30-3:00
results or you can try something different and get a different result. The
Dr. Sammy Tao choice is yours. Let him show you how to make that change.

20-Apr Wed 10:00-11:00 Joint LIFE / ALL See Note Below -

April 22, 2011 will mark the 41st anniversary of Earth Day. Earth Day, in
conjunction with National Recycling Week, reminds us that we should
strive to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle whenever we can. Today Linda
Gabrielson, as an avid recycler, will show us fun ways to turn “trash into
Honoring Earth Day treasure.” The fun will start with a joint LIFE/ALL program at 10:00 in
Activities for ALL Library Room 131. There Linda will show us how to Honor the Earth by
17665 20-Apr Wed 1:30-3:30
recycling those plastic bottle lids into fun plant markers for your spring
Linda Gabrielson gardens. We will continue in the spirit of Earth Day in the ALL class
starting at 1:30 in Mod 2, Room 101 where Linda will show us how to turn
flip-top can lids into decorative bracelets. This will be a fun day that
should also serve as a reminder of the importance of doing our part to
minimize waste and manage our resources.

Hands and wrists are used for everything we do. Therefore, we should
Healthy Hands
learn to take care of them. In this class, Tim Janak, massage therapist,
17666 21-Apr Thurs 10:00-11:30
will show us how to properly stretch, exercise and massage our hands to
Tim Janak
maintain healthy hands and wrists.
Tour Europe with Sharon and Marty Samson via photos and anecdotes
from their 30th anniversary trip. Visit Paris, a wonderful alpine village in
Europe by Eurail
Switzerland, two small towns in Germany along with Munich and Berlin
17667 21-Apr Thurs 1:30-3:30 with
and finishing up in Amsterdam. They made most of the journey within
Sharon & Marty Samson
Europe utilizing Eurail passes and the fantastic train system there. Come
hear and see their adventures.
Put a Little Color
Mr. Robert Sandler is a designer, appraiser, and restorer of diamonds and
In Your Life
17668 26-Apr Tue 1:30-3:00 precious gemstones. Come learn about the history, the selection and the
setting of precious colored gemstones.
Robert Sandler

Class Name &
Instructor

Mr. Scotty Moore returns to give ALL a look at world cultures.
Anthropology is the study of how people use culture to adapt to new
Anthropology challenges around the world. While we think that whatever we learned as
World Cultures children or grew up with is normal, the fact of the matter is that most
17615 27-Apr Wed 1:30-3:30
people in the world learned something completely different. There is more
Instructor Scotty Moore diversity and variety in the world than you ever imagined! Come to get a
glimpse about some of the ways that different people live, and stay for
what you may learn about yourself in the process!

Wright Abshire, Attorneys has dedicated its legal practice to helping
Wright Abshire families care for Texas senior citizens and family members with special
17669 28-Apr Thurs 10:00-11:30
Attorneys needs. They will share information on Elder Law, Estate Planning,
Guardianship, and Probate as well as other asset protection strategies.

May
3-May Tue 10:00-12:00 Drawing Drawing Class meets in Mod 2, Room 101.

May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Cindy Hudgens, RN, is the
Stroke Awareness
Stroke Program Coordinator at CyFair Hospital. She will tell us about the
17670 3-May Tue 1:30-3:00
symptoms of stroke and which lifestyle risk factors are controllable.
Cindy Hudgens, RN
Educating yourself and others will help reduce the incidence of stroke.

The Impact of
Cynthia Capers from Holocaust Museum Houston will join us again to
Racial Ideologies
17673 4-May Wed 1:30-3:30 discuss Jim Crow and the Nuremberg Laws. We'll review the laws that led
to segregated societies and the varying outcomes of these laws.
Cynthia Capers
From a lonely and unhappy childhood, Eleanor Roosevelt's courage and
Eleanor Roosevelt
determination helps her to become one of the most influential and
17676 5-May Thurs 10:00-12:00
respected women of her time--greatly admired but often controversial.
Ann Candela
Ann Candela shares her research on this First Lady.
5-May Thurs 2:00-4:00 Dominoes Dominoes continues in Student Commons.
Home Health Care
Yolanda Delgado will review Home Health Care benefits that are available
17681 6-May Fri 10:00-11:30
to people age 65 and older.
Yolanda Delgado
6-May Fri 1:30-3:30 Mah Jongg Mah Jongg continues in Student Commons.
10-May Tue 10:00-12:00 Drawing Drawing Class meets in Mod 2, Room 101.
Heart Health
Cardiologist Chaitanya Shaw will give us guidelines to help up prevent that
first heart attack. Then Nursing Director Lisa Cox will lead us in a game of
17682 10-May Tue 1:30-3:00 Dr. Chaitanya Shah
Heart Health Bingo. Come to this class to learn how to keep your heart
and Nursing Director
healthy…or improve it if you already have a problem.
Lisa Cox
Focus on
Anita Bowman-McCormick of Edward Jones returns to educate us on how
Fixed Income
to create a reliable stream of income. The program "Focus on Fixed
17683 12-May Thurs 10:00-11:30
Income" covers bond characteristics & features and key strategies to get
Anita Bowman
the most out of your fixed-income investments.
McCormick

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