Our Winter/Spring course calendar for Vulcan County

1. Vulcan
County
Adult
Learning
2014

2. Welcome to the
Vulcan County Adult Learning Council!
We provide continuing education
opportunities to the communities of
Vulcan County through funding provided by
Alberta Enterprise and Education.
Vulcan County Adult Learning Council is
supported by Vulcan County as their Legal
Host. We want to thank them for their
partnership on so many levels!
We couldn’t do it without you!
Box 180
102 Centre St.
Vulcan, AB
T0L 2B0
403.485.2241
1.877.485.2299
In our office, we have
many different
post-secondary calendars
and a computer lab
which you are free to
come in and utilize
during office hours.

3. Contact Information
Our Board Members:
Barb Godkin, Chairperson
Milo Library and Milo Representative
Colleen Deitz, Vice Chair
Palliser School Division
Maureen Howard, Secretary
Vulcan Advocate
Richard Armstrong, Treasurer
Member at large
Jason Schneider, Legal Host Rep
Vulcan County
Carrol Thomson
Vulcan and Region FCSS
Bonnie Ellis
Vulcan Recreation Board
Tom Lees
Whispering Creek
Suzie Mitchell
Alberta Health Services
Paul Gerhart
Lethbridge College Public Legal Education
Marie Logan
Horizon School Division
Linda Schierman
Be Impeccable With Your
word. Speak with integrity.
Say only what you mean.
Avoid using the word to speak
against yourself or to gossip
about others. Use the power
of your word in the direction
of truth and love.
~ Miguel Angel Ruiz
Vulcan Body Works
Financial assistance is available upon request for barriered learners. Please contact the office for more details.
Our Office Information:
Cathy Dallmann, Program Administrator
cathy@vulcanadultlearning.ca
403.485.3109
Sherry Malmberg, Office Assistant
sherry@vulcanadultlearning.ca
403.485.3108
Our office hours are Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-3:30pm
We are closed for July and August, two weeks at Christmas and a week for Spring Break.
We have a computer lab that will hold 8 students and an Instructor, a classroom that sits 16 comfortably which has Wi-Fi!
Our Administrator can proctor exams in either our computer lab or in the classroom. There is a $10 charge per exam if the exam
needs to be directly supervised. Please call Cathy @ 403.485.3109 for more information.
We are located at 102 Centre Street, which is upstairs in the County building. You can register and pay for courses online at
www.vulcanadultlearning.ca. We accept PayPal® and credit cards online, we only accept cash and cheques if making payment
at our office. Refunds will only be issued in the case of your course being cancelled. Full payment is due prior to registration
deadline.
PALLISER REGIONAL SCHOOLS
Our mission statement, “Together we will ensure learning success for all
students to develop their unique potential as caring citizens in a changing world”.
Beliefs and Values
TEAM—Together everyone achieves more.
EMPATHY—Willingness and ability to put oneself in another person's place.
INTEGRITY—Honesty, fairness and openness, dependability and consistency, actions consistent
with what one believes and says.
RESPECT - Courteous and caring attitudes toward people, property and the environment.
#101, 3305-18 Avenue N, Lethbridge, AB T1H 5S1
Phone: 403.328.4111 or 1.877.667.1234
www.vulcanadultlearning.ca
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4. Exercise and General Interest
Zumba® Toning in Vulcan
Come and join the party, see what it’s all about. This class uses the fundamentals you learn in Zumba to
give you a great cardio workout but focuses on toning those muscles. Wear runners and bring your water
bottle! No experience or partners necessary.
Instructor: Erin Crane
Dates: 7 Thursdays; January 23—March 13, 2014 (no class February 20)
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm
Location: Vulcan Prairieview Elementary
Fee: $75.00/session
Deadline: Thursday, January 16, 2014
Zumba® in Vulcan
Our most popular exercise class! Come and join the party, see what it’s all about. Learn Merengue Salsa,
Samba and many other world dances while shedding calories and toning your body. This cardio workout is
fun for all ages and body types. Wear runners and bring your water bottle! No experience or partners
necessary.
Instructor: Erin Crane
Dates: 7 Tuesdays; January 21-March 11, 2014 (no class February 18)
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm
Location: Vulcan Prairieview Elementary
Fee: $75.00/session
Deadline: Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Cake Decorating with Fondant
Have you always admired those beautiful smooth iced cake or the fancy cut outs? It is easy to make them
yourself. Come learn to decorate your own cakes for those special occasions.
Instructor: Christina Richmond
Dates: 4 Wednesdays; March 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2014
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
Location: United Church Kitchen
Fee: $50.00
Deadline: February 26, 2014
Planting Your Containers
Are you envious of the beautiful containers of flowers in other peoples yards. Bring your pots and with just a
little guidance your planters could look just as good.
Instructor: Chris Groves
Date: Wednesday, May 7th, 2014
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
Location: Long Coulee Growers
Fee: $10.00 plus the cost of your plants
Come and visit us!
Individual Membership $7.50
Deadline: April 30, 2014
Our hours are:
Monday
11am-5pm
Tuesday
10am-5pm
Wednesday 11am-5pm
Thursday 10am-6pm
Friday
11am-5pm
Saturday
11am-3pm
Family Membership
$15.00
 We have free internet and Wi-Fi
 Faxing, printing & photocopying
 Download Audio & eBooks
 Learn another language
 Various Video Conferences through
the Rise Network
www.vulcanlibrary.ca
www.vulcanadultlearning.ca
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5. Weekday First Aid
Canadian Non-Restricted Firearms Safety
Completing this course not only gives you a license to purchase firearms and ammunition but will teach
you: safe handling and use, firearms laws, how to store, display and transport firearms and ammunition.
Instructor: Rob Giles
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, TBA
Time: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Location: Adult Learning Classroom
Fee: $115.00
Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety
Completing this course gives you a license to purchase a restricted firearm (mainly handguns) also
teaches safe handling and use, firearms laws, how to store, display and transport firearms and
ammunition. You must have completed the non-restricted firearms training prior to starting this class.
Instructor: Rob Giles
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, TBA
Time: 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Location: Adult Learning Classroom
Fee: $115.00
Don’t forget
… you can
register and
pay online!!
English Language Learning
Basic English
Are you are looking to learn basic English or improve your speaking, reading or writing? Join us for this fun
and educational class.
Instructor: Jonathan Allan
Dates: Mondays & Tuesdays, January 20-February 18, 2014
Time: 6-8pm
Location: Arrowwood School
What have you learned today?!
Fee: $10.00
www.vulcanadultlearning.ca
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First Aid and Safety
This is a two-day course and will cover the skills needed for Emergency First Aid, including head and spinal
injuries and upper and lower limb fractures. Also includes Level C CPR and AED training. Certificate
provided upon completion of course.
Instructor: Leah Gillespie
Dates: Monday & Tuesday; March 31 & April 1, 2014
Time: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Location: Adult Learning Classroom
Fee: $115.00
Deadline: Monday, March 24, 2014
** Note: maximum of 12 students—register early!

6. Law at Lunch at Vulcan Municipal Library
Residential Tenancies
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Rent
Security deposits
Termination of tenancies, and notice
These are some of the things that will be discussed in this look at legal rights and responsibilities of people renting
places to live.
This program does not provide legal advice. The program is funded by a grant from the Alberta Law Foundation.
Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Time: 12:00-1:30 pm
Location: Vulcan Library
Cost: No charge!
Losing a Job and Wrongful Dismissal
In this presentation you’ll learn about:
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When a dismissal is ‘wrongful’
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Rights and responsibilities of employers in situations where an employee is dismissed
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Rights and responsibilities of someone who loses a job, and

The amount of compensation that may be awarded to wrongfully dismissed employees and how it is
determined.
This program does not provide legal advice. The program is funded by a grant from the Alberta Law Foundation.
Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Time: 12:00-1:30 pm
Location: Vulcan Library
Cost: No charge!
Law and Living Together
What are the legal rights and responsibilities of unmarried people living together as spouses and how doe they
differ from those of married people? What is a cohabitation agreement and how important is it for people in
such relationships to have one? What is an aduylt interdependent partner and what is the significance of
becoming one? This presentation provides an opportunity to look at questions like these. The topics for
discussion include care and support of children, inheritance, and property.
This program does not provide legal advice. The program is funded by a grant from the Alberta Law Foundation.
Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Time: 12:00-1:30 pm
Location: Vulcan Library
Cost: No charge!
Adoption and Law
This presentation provides an overview of legal aspects of adoption. Topics for discussion include:

The effect of adoption
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The adoption process
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The principles and evidence upon which courts base adoption decisions

Rules around confidentiality and disclosure of adoption records

Adoption and First nations peoples

International adoption
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Adult adoption
This program does not provide legal advice. The program is funded by a grant from the Alberta Law Foundation.
Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Time: 12:00-1:30 pm
Location: Vulcan Library
Cost: No charge!
www.vulcanadultlearning.ca
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7. Build Your Own Free Website with Weebly - Webinar
Computing Fundamentals - Webinar
Computer Basics, Windows Operating Systems and Internet Options and Tools will all be covered in this 3
session computing fundamentals series. New computer users will learn to feel comfortable working within
their operating system while acquiring tips and tricks for customizing their computer, managing their files
and folders and navigating the World Wide Web. Everyone starts somewhere and the computer industry is
continuously growing and changing. These workshops are designed to give individuals confidence when
working within a PC environment.
Dates: 3 Mondays; February 24th, March 3rd, & 10th, 2014
Place: Adult Learning Computer Lab
Software Required: Any Windows Operating System however Windows 7 is what will be demonstrated
Time: 9:00 am-11:00 am
Cost: $136.00 ** minimum of 4 students required for course to run
Online Applications - Webinar
In this 2 session webinar series, you will learn to utilize useful and practical online resources and
applications such as DropBox for storing and managing your files, Pixlr for editing and adding styles to your
pictures, create E-Cards using popular websites and learn using YouTube. The internet offers so many useful
resources and tools; this series will introduce you to a few of the most commonly used applications while
strengthening your computer skills.
Dates: 2 Mondays; April 28th & May 5th, 2014
Place: Adult Learning Computer Lab
Time: 9:00 am-11:00 am
Cost: $91.00
** minimum of 4 students required for course to run
Microsoft® Excel Level 2 - Webinar
Microsoft® Office Excel Level 2 is intended for students who wish to advance their skills within the program.
In this course, students will learn to work efficiently within the software, utilizing some of the advanced
features and options. Topic areas include: Entering Data in a Worksheet, Finding and Replacing Data,
Working with Compatibility Mode, Referencing other worksheets, Hiding and Unhiding Rows and Columns,
Absolute and Relative Cell Referencing, Creating and Using Formulas, Using Cell Styles, Using Functions,
Freezing and Splitting Panes, Sorting and Filtering Data, Creating and Modifying Charts, Inserting and
Modifying Graphics, Organizing and Analyzing Workbooks. Excel level 1 or equivalent knowledge is a
prerequisite for students wishing to register in the this course.
Dates: 5 Mondays; May 12, 26th, June 2nd, 9th & 16th, 2014
Place: Adult Learning Computer Lab
Time: 9:00 am-11:00 am
Cost: $227.00
** minimum of 4 students required for course to run
www.vulcanadultlearning.ca
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Webinars
Through this workshop series you will learn to plan and set up your new website. This workshop will give
you the understanding and the ground work for your website design and content; followed by the
knowledge of a popular do-it-yourself website design site named www.weebly.com. This course is geared
towards business owners or office administrators who have intermediate computer skills and wish to
advertise their business on the internet at an affordable cost. With the ability to edit and change the
website as their business requires, you will love this hands on practical workshop series.
Dates: 4 Mondays; January 20th, 27th, February 3rd & 10th, 2014
Place: Adult Learning Computer Lab
Time: 9:00 am-11:00 am
Cost: $182.00
** minimum of 4 students required for course to run

8. ed2go Online Classes
Understanding Adolescents
Yesterday, she was a sweet young girl. Today, you swear aliens have abducted her and put an evil twin in her
place. In this course, an experienced social worker will help you gain a deep understanding and appreciation
of your adolescent's development and behavior. You'll uncover the secrets of the adolescent mind and gain
valuable information on how they think, how they feel, and how their identities develop. Finally, you'll gain
an understanding as to how teens are affected by stress, including common defense mechanisms, coping
techniques, and common mental health issues. By the time you finish this course, you should be very wellprepared to understand, appreciate, and meet the needs of the teens in your life.
Instructor: ed2go—Online course!
Dates: Start date of January 15, February 19 OR March 19 (6-week course)
Fee: $95.00
Assisting Aging Parents
Growing old is a fact of life. Learning how to help parents or other loved ones through their transition can
prepare us for our own. This compassionate and comprehensive class will give you the tools, techniques, and
insights for this passage. You will learn what to expect, what to watch for, how to deal with physical and
emotional challenges, and where to find resources to help. You'll learn to handle most of the challenges you
will face while coming to appreciate and cherish the privilege of the journey.
Instructor: ed2go—Online course!
Dates: Start date of January 15, February 19 OR March 19 (6-week course)
Fee: $95.00
Protect your Money, Credit and Identity
Do you worry about criminals stealing your identity or scammers cheating you out of your money? If so, this
course can give you the help you need.
In these lessons, you’ll see how to spot the scams and rip-offs that can cost you money. You’ll explore threats
including identity fraud, Internet and credit card scams, and deceptive service contracts. If you’re planning to
buy land or a home, you’ll learn to avoid real estate scams—and if you’re buying a car, you’ll get the inside
story on car dealers’ tricks.
By the time you finish this course, you’ll be prepared to protect your identity, and your bank accounts. In
addition, you’ll have the legal know-how you need to make mortgage holders, credit card companies, and
debt collectors play by the rules.
Instructor: ed2go—Online course!
Dates: Start date of January 15, February 19 OR March 19 (6-week course)
Fee: $95.00
Genealogy Basics
Tracing your family's history is a fascinating journey. Who will you discover? Genealogy Basics will help you
understand the genealogy research process and the way we interpret the information we find. This course
guides you through the search process for family names using several subscription-based Web sites, which
you can access while you're enrolled in the class. Along the way, you'll learn through hands-on examples that
help you dig deeper into your family's past. You'll develop a strategy to accomplish your objectives, evaluate
the results, and share that information with others. You'll discover, in simple terms, where to look, who to
contact, and how to make your family history come alive. Was it truth or goof? Where’s the proof? Find out
why close counts not only in horseshoes, but also in hunting your heritage.
Instructor: ed2go—Online course!
Dates: Start date of January 15, February 19 OR March 19 (6-week course)
Fee: $95.00
www.vulcanadultlearning.ca
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9. Don't spend your hard-earned cash on expensive PC repairs! The vast majority of the problems people
experience with their computers are completely avoidable, and most can be solved with nothing more than a
few minutes of your time. Intro to PC Troubleshooting takes you step by step through the typical hardware
and operating system problems encountered by technicians, teaching troubleshooting techniques to
decipher any problem, and giving you the skills you need to solve them. Once you've mastered the basics,
the course launches into some of the more advanced and nasty problems that crop up in the PC, teaching
you how to diagnose and fix those problems as well! Finally, Intro to PC Troubleshooting shows you how to
maintain and optimize a Windows PC. So what are you waiting for? Let's troubleshoot - and fix - some PCs!
Instructor: ed2go—Online course!
Dates: Start date: January 15, February 19 OR March 19 (6-week course)
Fee: $95.00
Introduction to Natural Health and Healing
Would you like to learn more about natural health but don't know where to start? We'll be discussing the
various stages of health and illness. We'll also explore naturopathy, which seeks ways for the body to heal
itself. You'll find out about proper breathing techniques, the value of hydrotherapy, diet, biorhythms, and
fasting. We'll also examine using the power of the mind for healing the body--discussing brain function tests,
visualization, and relaxation therapies. Then we'll delve into vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, free radicals,
and the basic requirements that constitute a healthy diet. We will also look at herbal healing, aromatherapy,
body therapies, massage techniques, osteopathy, chiropractic, T'ai Chi, reflexology, yoga, Feng Shui,
therapeutic touch, natural remedies for common emergencies, and much more. By the end of this course,
you'll have begun taking charge of your own health and healing!
Instructor: ed2go—Online course!
Dates: Start date: January 15, February 19 OR March 19 (6-week course) Fee: $95.00
Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking
Learn to use digital editing techniques to show off your photos and memorabilia in Introduction to Digital
Scrapbooking! Using Photoshop Elements 11, this course will teach you how to make the most of your
scrapbooking talents and artistic ideas when you combine traditional and digital scrapbooking.
Starting with simple projects, you'll quickly learn how to build pages, use artistic journaling, and produce
sophisticated illusions. Join us and take your scrapbooking to a new level!
Instructor: ed2go—Online course!
Dates: Start date: January 15, February 15 OR March 15 (6-week course)
Fee: $95.00
Speed Spanish
Imagine yourself speaking, reading and writing Spanish. Now you can with Speed Spanish! This course is
designed for anyone who wants to learn Spanish pronto. You'll learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish words
together to form sentences. In no time at all, you'll be able to go into any Spanish speaking situation and
converse in Spanish. ¡Qué Bueno!
Dates: Start date of January 15, February 19 OR March 19 (6-week course)
Instructor: ed2go—Online course!
Fee: $95.00
If you enjoy Speed Spanish, you can continue learning
with Speed Spanish II and III!
Horizon School Division No. 67
6302—56 Street
Taber, AB. T1G 1Z9
Phone: (403) 223-3547
Horizon School Division No. 67
strongly
supports and encourages lifelong
learning!
www.horizon.ab.ca
www.vulcanadultlearning.ca
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ed2go Online Classes
Introduction to PC Troubleshooting

10. Safety
Flag Person Safety
When you successfully complete the course, you will be certified with the Alberta construction Safety
Association and be registered in their database of trained and approved flag persons.
Date: Saturday, May 31, 2014
Time: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Fee: $100.00 plus GST
Lethbridge College satellite campus at CCHS
Basic Welding
An introduction to basic stick welding terminology, maintenance, safety procedures and equipment
requirements. MIG welding and cutting will also be covered.
Date: 5 Wednesdays TBA
Time: 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Fee: $250.00 plus GST
Lethbridge College satellite campus at CCHS
Sustainable Living in Vulcan County
According to the 2006 Statistics Canada Census, 42% of Vulcan County's population 15 years and over had a total income of less
than $20,000 in 2005. The low-income cut-off (LICO) is $18,246 for one person. Vulcan's Initiative to Achieve Better Living
Environments (VIABLE) is a new comprehensive community-based initiative committed to provide opportunities for people to
move out of financial crisis to sustainable living. With information gathered through a public forum and survey of County
households, VIABLE' s Coalition Committee will develop and implement strategies to provide concrete supports and services to
people living in low-income situations in our County in order for them to reach their full potential. The Coalition Committee will
also be conducting other community events over the next year to inform and engage local people about this issue. If you wish to
contact us, our email address is viablevulcan@gmail.com.
VULCAN & REGION FCSS
VULCAN COUNTY FOOD BANK
115-2nd Ave. North Vulcan
Preventative Social Services Chosen at the Local Level
Director: Carrol Thomson
Food Bank: Brenda English & Wendy Theodore
Senior Support: Claire Kachel-Klassen
Youth Worker: Charlotte Kimber
Community Services: Wendy Theodore
Phone 403.485.2192
Fax 403.485.6043
Office Hours : 9:00 am-3:00 pm, Monday-Thursday
EMAIL: fcss@telusplanet.net
Website: www.vulcanandregionfcss.com
Families in crisis may request a food hamper by calling before 11:00 am or the day before.
Phone 403-485-2192
Carmangay Only Toll Free
1-877-485-2192
Pickups between 1-3 pm.
Monday through Thursday
Located at FCSS office, Vulcan
115 - 2nd Avenue N.
VULCAN AND DISTRICT RECREATION BOARD
For arena schedule:
http://www.bookking.ca/bkvulcanrecreationpub/calendars/facilities/index.asp
We are happy to bring you the concert series in 2014!
January 17, 2014
Amos Garrett and the ‘Eh Team
February 21, 2014
John Wort Hannam
March 14, 2014
Alistair Christl Trio
April 25, 2014
Terry Morrison
www.vulcanadultlearning.ca
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11. Other Programs
Weight Wise Workshops
January 27 – The Top 5 Tips to Reduce Calories
February 24 – The Truth about What Works in Weight Management
March 31 - I Know I Should Eat Healthy, But How?
April 28 - Eating Away From Home
All classes are held in the hospital classroom from 9:00 am-12:30 pm
Cost: FREE!
To register for a workshop(s), contact: Stephanie Krug, RD 403-485-3358 or
stephanie.krug@albertahealthservices.ca
Do You Love Reading!
Watch for these FREE programs in Vulcan:
Super Stories grade K-3 and 4-6
Box 180 Vulcan, AB T0L 2B0
info@rainbowliteracy.com
www.rainbowliteracy.com
403.485.3107
Time for Rhymes
FREE drop-in program for parents and
caregivers with children 0-6 years of age.
-Learn rhymes, songs, actions and stories
-Meet other parents and children
-Help children develop oral language skills
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Arrowwood Library
Thursdays at 10:00 starting January 23, 2014

Champion School
Tuesdays at 10:00 starting January 7, 2014
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Milo Library
Wednesdays at 9:30 starting January 8, 2014
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Vulcan Library
Thursdays at 10:00 starting January 9, 2014
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Vulcan – Learning Centre
Saturdays at 10:00 starting January 25, 2014
Alphabet Soup
Free program in Arrowwood.
This program encourages children’s healthy eating
experiences while providing parents with new food
ideas and information. Together parents and children enjoy food-related songs, rhymes and books.
Alphabet Soup is geared to children aged 2-5 years.
Watch for registration information this Spring.
To register for programs or for more
information call Rainbow Literacy at
403-485-3107.
www.vulcanadultlearning.ca
An opportunity to share some great stories
- supports listening skill development
- provides an opportunity for social interaction
- strengthens comprehension skills
AND IT IS JUST PLAIN FUN!
Book Club 1-3 and 4-6
What is a Book Club? It is an opportunity to explore
great books with others. Books are selected for the group
on the basis of author, theme, or topic, matching the
child’s reading level to the books as closely as possible.
The group will read their appropriate books and then
share and discuss their books with each other under the
guidance of an adult. This is great for expanding
comprehension skills in readers.
A Literature/ Art Program
Will run in partnership with the Nine in a Line Art group
and Rainbow Literacy starting in February.
BASIS Program
Will help junior high students with organization and study
skills beginning January 8, 2014 at the CCHS Library.
Write Break Adult Literacy
Citizenship: We will once again offer a Citizenship class
this spring. Practice taking sample tests and read
Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of
Citizenship.
Internet Café: Joining with the Vulcan Municipal Library,
we offer one-on-one help with computers and the
internet, beginning again in the January of 2014
One-on-One Tutoring: Trained volunteer tutors assist
adults in Vulcan County who wish to improve their
literacy skills for either work, school, or daily life.
Farm Safety: This course covers basic farm and
workplace safety including working alone,
communication and workplace training.
For more information:
Rainbow Literacy
403-485-3107
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12. Women’s
Wellness
Day!
Come and join us for a fun-filled day of great
food, loads of information and activity sessions!
Only $10 per person which includes muffins &
coffee in the morning and your lunch.
Bring your friends ... bring a whole bunch!
Date: Monday, April 28, 2014, 9am-3pm
www.vulcanadultlearning.ca
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