Kathy Eyster
Building Locations
Building addresses where classes are held:
Big Sky High School ........................................................................ 3100 South Avenue
Carousel For Missoula....................................................................... 101 Carousel Drive
Dickinson Lifelong Learning Center..................................................... 310 South Curtis
Frenchtown Elementary.......................................................................16495 Main Street
Frenchtown High School............................................... 17620 Frenchtown Frontage Rd
Frenchtown PT Clinic.................................................... 16400 Frenchtown Frontage Rd
Home ReSource...................................................................... 1515 Wyoming, Suite 100
Hellgate High School............................................................. 900 South Higgins Avenue
Hellgate Elementary............................................................................... 2385 Flynn Lane
Open Way Mindfulness Center.......................................................................702 Brooks
Paxson Elementary............................................................................................101 Evans
Montana Automotive Technologies........................................................... 112 S Garfield
Sentinel High School ................................................................. 901 South Avenue West
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Table Of Contents
Holiday Schedule!
The Lifelong Learning Center is closed Dec 23, 24, 30 & 31.
Classes start January 3rd, 2011
You may register online at www.TheLifelongLearningCenter.com
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Computer Classes
Caring For Your Laptop Backing Up Your Mac
Find out how to care for your laptop, what (Time Machine)
can go wrong, and what you can fix. You Learn how to set up Time Machine to per-
will explore ways to keep your machine in form backups, how to restore items (or your
good working health. Learn about power entire system) from a backup, how to use
management options, battery usage, neces- existing backups on a new Mac, and more.
sary and unnecessary software, adding cool 3 hrs
peripherals and protecting your investment.
Work with your own laptop in the class- W11-010 Dickinson
room. 6 hrs Monday, Jan 24 9 am-noon
Jim Reid $20
W11-007 Dickinson
Tues & Thurs, Mar 1-3 9 am-noon
Kay Nelson $32 Digital Photo Editing with IPhoto
Create lasting treasures from your digital
photos. This class familiarizes you with
Mac Classes the basic features of MAC’s iPhoto and
introduces you to new features in iPhoto.
Beginning Mac Computer iPhoto offers you many ways to enhance
Fundamentals and share your digital photos, whether you
Become a confident, self-sufficient Mac have 100 images or 100,000. With iPhoto,
user! This class is designed for people who you can quickly import and organize photos,
know how to use a mouse and keyboard improve or enhance them and order or make
but are new to computers or not confident your own prints. Learn how to use iPhoto to
in their skills. Learn what you really need create slideshows, books, calendars, cards,
to manage a computer system, reduce your as well as how to e-mail photos, use them
dependence on others, avoid and solve prob- as screensavers and publish photo albums
lems and communicate effectively. Top- to your web gallery for others to view or
ics include: hardware, software, operating download. 12 hrs
systems, Internet, E-mail, security and file
management. This class or equivalent skills W11-011 Dickinson
is a prerequisite for all other Mac classes. Tues & Thurs, Jan 11-20 9 am-noon
18 hrs Jim Reid $56
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Language Classes
Spanish Made Simple - Part I Brazil In A Nutshell
Are you traveling to a foreign country Come learn um pouco (oong
for vacation or business? Does your new Poh-koo; a little) Portuguese from
employee speak Spanish? This fun, practical a native Brazilian. This lively class will
language and culture class is a great way to present you with the traditions, history and
get ready to hit the ground running! You’ll socio-cultural aspects of this fast growing
learn the vocabulary, grammar, pronuncia- country. Learn to speak, read and write
tion and day-to-day expressions you’ll need enough to explore the country! 16 hrs
to travel in comfort or communicate on the
job. 20 hrs W11-074 Dickinson
Wednesdays, Feb 2-Mar 23 6-8 pm
W11-070 Dickinson Priscilla Brockmeyer $49+Text
Tues & Thurs, Jan 11-Feb 10 6:30-8:30 pm
George Sendon $59+Text
Continuing
Conversational Spanish Beginning
This class is designed for students who have American Sign Language
completed a beginning Spanish class or This class is designed for students who have
have some basic knowledge of the Spanish no previous knowledge of American Sign
language. Emphasis will be on listening, Language. ASL questions, commands, and
comprehension and speaking skills using a simple sentences will be covered, leading to
multi-media and highly interactive conversa- basic conversational skills in ASL. Infor-
tional approach! 20 hrs mation about the deaf community and its
culture will be featured. 20 hrs
W11-072 Dickinson
Tuesdays, Jan 11-Mar 15 6:30-8:30 pm W11-076 Dickinson
Manolita Connor $59+Text Tuesdays, Jan 11-Mar 22 6-8 pm
Stella Woodrum $59+Text
Advanced
Conversational Spanish
This class is for students who already have
some experience with the language. It is
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a highly interactive and conversational
approach for students who want to further
develop their speaking and listening skills.
Students will explore the subjunctive tense
as well as useful vocabulary through read-
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ings and a multi-media approach. Class is
conducted in Spanish! 20 hrs We’re always looking for great class ideas.
If you are interested in teaching, submit
W11-073 Dickinson the How to Propose a Class form from our
Thursdays, Jan 13-Mar 17 6:30-8:30 pm website. Join us on Facebook to share your
Manolita Connor $59+Text class ideas and suggestions.
Beekeeping and
Hive Management Private Pilot
This class is a continuation of the Bee- Ground Training
keeping Basics course. You will learn the Have you ever dreamed of becoming a
specific management skills for setting up pilot? This class is for you!! Our Certified
and maintaining your hive throughout all Flight Instructors will provide you with all
seasons, caring for your bees, and harvesting the knowledge you need to pass the FAA
your honey. 12 hrs Private Pilot written exam. Subject areas
include: Aerodynamics, flight controls,
W11-086 Hellgate Elementary flight instructions, weight and balance,
Tues & Thurs, Feb 8-24 6-8 pm aircraft performance, weather, airspace and
Sean Kochel $67 navigation. “A mile of highway can take
you a mile; a mile of runway can take you
anywhere!” 40 hrs
Beginning Herbal
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Medicine Making Mon & Wed, Jan 24-Mar 21 6-8:30 pm
Connect with our medicinal plant allies Trever Throop $399
and learn how to prepare high quality me-
dicinal plant extracts. In this hands-on class
you will learn the basics of herbal medicinal
preparations. We will make and sample
herbal infusions and water-based extracts, Introductory Poetry
tincture making with fresh or dry botanicals Workshop
to prepare potent medicinal plant extracts Learn the fundamentals of Poetry work-
and combinations, herbal honeys, cough shops and major poetic styles. As part of
syrups, elixirs and lozenges, infused oil and the workshop format, you will get a chance
salves, liniments and more. 10 hrs to bring in your personal work and have it
critiques by classmates and the instructor in
W11-087 Dickinson a supportive, creative environment. Pub-
Wednesdays, Jan 12-Feb 2 6:30-9 pm lication options or alternatives will also be
Britta Bloedorn $46 explored. 10 hrs
W11-091 Dickinson
Geology Topics: Mondays, Jan 31-Mar 7 6:30-8:30 pm
Thomas McClintock $31
Mineral Identification
Did you ever wonder what those sparkly
flashes were that came from rocks along a
trail? The flashes came from different min- Know Your
erals in the rocks. Minerals are the building United States Constitution
blocks of all rocks and many minerals can Learn about the greatest legal document ever
be easily identified. In this class, we will written. One of the world’s oldest surviving
learn how to identify minerals by using their constitutions, its model has been used by
physical properties such as hardness, streak, over a hundred countries around the world
cleavage, color, and crystal shape. Up to 60 and is certainly one of the most influential
common minerals will be studied. 6 hrs documents in existence. 4 hrs
W11-088 Hellgate High School W11-092 Dickinson
Thursdays, Feb 10-24 6:30-8:30 pm Thursdays, Feb 10-17 6:30-8:30 pm
Bruce Baty $21 Kelly Maier $36+Text
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Hot New Classes
OneNote 7
Brazil In A Nutshell 15
New Home & Garden Classes 16
Permaculture 101-How to Live Sustainably
Compost Happens
Sheet Mulching
Beekeeping 17
Bicycle Mechanics 23
Beginning Printmaking 30
Oula 45
Doodling as Meditation -
Zentangle
This class is based on the artform known
as Zentangle©, which is sweeping the
country! What is Zentangle©? Well, in
a way, it is doodling. It is an easy to learn
method of creating beautiful images from
repetitive patterns. It is fun and relaxing.
Zentangle provides artistic satisfaction and
an increased sense of personal well being
and is enjoyed by a wide range of skills and
ages and is used in many fields of interest.
6 hrs
W11-FR10 Frenchtown Jr H
Tuesdays, Jan 11-Feb 1 6-8 pm
Sue Dansie $29
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Installing a tile floor, backsplash or shower/
tub surround can increase the value of your
home as well as give you years of enjoy-
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durable and easy to maintain. Learn how to
prepare the surfaces for tile, what material
to use, how to measure, cut, install and grout
tile on vertical and horizontal surfaces. 4 hrs
We’re always looking for great class ideas.
W11-105 Dickinson If you are interested in teaching, submit
Saturday, Feb 26 9 am-1 pm the How to Propose a Class form from our
Adrian Hoye $44 website. Join us on Facebook to share your
class ideas and suggestions.
Beginning Ceramics
This class is designed for those who have
had limited experience working with clay
and would like to learn the basics. You
will make a tile, bowl, cup and more using
hand building methods, the wheel and a
variety of glazing techniques. Come to the
first class with ideas for a tile. All supplies
included. 17 hrs
W11-144 Sentinel
Mondays, Jan 24-Mar 21 6:30-8:30 pm
Sally Friou $65
Isn’t it Time
to get a better job......
to go to college....
to get your GED....
to follow your dreams!
To find out more about these free classes, attend an orientation session. Please
arrive on time. Orientation will last approximately 2 hours!
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Night High School & GED
GED Testing
Saturdays
W11-192.2 Indoor Cycling 8:00 AM
W11-196.3 Zumba 9:00 AM
W11-170.8 Yoga 10:30 AM
W11-188 New Year Bootcamp 9:15AM
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Mind & Body Fitness
Meditation Awareness Through Movement:
Meditation is an aspect of all established The Feldenkrais Method
spiritual traditions and has a strong presence Stiff neck? Aching joints? Losing Inches?
in some modern therapies. Meditation can The cornerstone of any exercise program
help one to relax and de-stress, to look more should provide you with a greater range of
objectively on life situations, and to settle motion and noticeable physical relaxation.
more comfortably into the intuitive mind. You will be guided through a series of
Whatever your reason for wishing to learn movements designed to help with chronic
meditation, the basic learning is the same. pain and stress-related conditions. The
The class is crafted for beginners; however, Feldenkrais Method can help you reach a
those with some experience will also benefit. deeper level of relaxation while creating
A variety of cushions, benches, and chairs extra energy in your body. This class is for
will be available. 8 hrs adults who are able to get up and down from
the floor with no assistance. 6 hrs
W11-163 Open Way
Thursdays, Jan 20-Mar 10 4-5 pm W11-167 Dickinson
Nicole Dunn $26 Mondays, Jan 31-Mar 14 10:30-11:30 am
Kimberlee Carlson $36
Tai Chi
The Chinese Treasure for Longevity is an
ancient Chinese exercise that increases
strength, improves both balance & coordina-
tion at every fitness level. It can be done Kripalu Yoga
by anyone from 16 to 99. Tai Chi is easy Called ‘meditation in motion,’ Kripalu Yoga
to learn yet a challenge to perform. Dress helps you find your own yoga. You are
comfortably. 15 hrs always encouraged to practice at your own
pace, respecting your strengths and limita-
W11-164 Dickinson tions, making this a very easy way to take
Tuesdays, Jan 4-Mar 22 7:15-8:30 pm yoga into your life. Students are encouraged
Carol Ammons $44 to learn the basics of physical alignment in
asanas, then to move past the “stage one”
Continuing Tai Chi experience of yoga to a deeper experiential
If you have taken a beginning level Tai Chi understanding of mindfulness, energy, and
class or have practiced Tai Chi in the past tension release. Practiced regularly, it is
and are ready to do it again, this continuing nothing less than a revolutionary tool for
level class is for you. You will continue to more conscious, healthy living. 9 hrs
improve your strength, balance and coor-
dination while challenging yourself with a W11-168 Dickinson
more intensive practice in this class. Learn- Mondays, Jan 17-Mar 21 6:15-7:15 pm
ing Tai Chi is a life-long process in which Jess Matthiae $28
students discover many layers of develop-
ment. 15 hrs
W11-165 Dickinson
Thursdays, Jan 6-Mar 24 7:15-8:30 pm
Carol Ammons $44
Qigong (Chi-gong)
Qigong is the 5,000 year-old Chinese exer-
cise program that improves health and bal-
ance. It increases longevity while giving one
a strong sense of well-being and relaxation.
The martial arts are based on the controlled
movements and breathing that are funda-
mental to Qigong. Suitable for people of all
fitness levels. Our practice will be based on
the Kunlun School’s Wild Goose Qigong.
12 hrs
W11-166 Dickinson
Tuesdays, Jan 4-Mar 22 10:30-11:30 am
Don Jenni $36
Gentle Pilates
Enjoy the benefits of the deep muscle
conditioning of Pilates in a more gradual
approach. If you are new to Pilates or enjoy
a more gentle progression, this class is for Burn & Firm Pilates
you. You will be introduced to the prin- Burn fat, tone and lengthen muscles faster
ciples and techniques of Pilates exercises and more efficiently by combining fluid,
while focusing on core strengthening, flex- large muscle, low-impact Pilates-inspired
ibility, and postural alignment. Yoga mat moves with resistance to get your best Pi-
required. 12 hrs lates body in no time. This class is appropri-
ate for all fitness levels. Yoga mat required.
W11-176 Dickinson 10 hrs
Thursdays, Jan 6-Mar 24 10:30-11:30 am
Dawn Hansberry $36 W11-179.1 Dickinson
Tuesdays, Jan 18-Mar 22 4:30-5:30 pm
Caryn Schwarze $31
Be an Early Bird W11-179.2 Dickinson
and Save $5 Wednesdays, Jan 19-Mar 23 6:45-7:45 pm
Caryn Schwarze $31
Per Class!
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Dance Classes
Zumba
Zumba is rapidly becoming the next fitness
sensation! It is hot, sexy, soulful, and most
importantly, FUN! Zumba fuses Latin
rhythms and easy to follow moves to cre-
ate a dynamic workout that will blow you
away! The routines feature interval training
sessions where fast and slow rhythms are
combined to tone & sculpt your body while
burning fat. No dance experience needed.
W11-196.1 Dickinson
Mondays, Jan 17-Mar 21 5-6 pm
Cassy Johnson $28
W11-196.2 Dickinson
Thursdays, Jan 20-Mar 24 5:30-6:30 pm
Cassy Johnson $31
W11-196.3 Dickinson
Saturdays, Jan 22-Mar 12 9-10 am
Courtney Jensen $26
W11-196.4 Dickinson
Mondays, Feb 28-Mar 28 6:30-7:30 pm
Courtney Jensen $18
Belly Dance
Whether you are a beginner or have prior
belly dancing experience, you will build on
basic routines using choreographed steps
and movements to feel this ancient Middle Salsa
Eastern Art. Bring a hip scarf. Optional Hurry this class fills up fast! A long time
supplies are finger cymbals, veil, and cane. favorite this progressive class teaches the
Instructor will discuss supplies the first basics of partnering skills as well as the
night; you are encouraged to practice with fundamentals of rhythms of salsa. A dance
them at home and during class. 10 hrs partner is required. 6.25 hrs
Oula
Oula is an exciting dance work-
out that offers the perfect balance Salsa Groove
between the ‘hip’ and the ‘hippy’ with its This low impact dance workout focuses on
structured, easy to follow, fun choreography. toning and strengthening your body while
Oula generally uses three or four move- learning to dance basic Latin rhythms:
ment sequences per song that are cued and Mambo, Salsa, Cha Cha Cha, and Meren-
repeated throughout the song so that the stu- gue. Learn the easy to follow steps with a
dent can quickly transition from the learning consistent break down of choreography as
phase to the dancing phase. Because Oula you work on rhythm and core work. The
can be done at any intensity level, it is open end result; lots of fun, a great workout, and
to all bodies of all ages, experience and moves you can easily take to the dance floor.
mobility levels. It’s all good, anything goes, Although basics of partnering will be dis-
and it’s about having a good time! 8 hrs cussed, this is not a partnering class. 8 hrs
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Tuesdays, Jan 18-Mar 8 6-7 pm Friday, Jan 21-Mar 11 6-7 pm
Kali Lindner $26 Kimberlee Carlson $26
Refund Policy
We are happy to provide a full refund if you have to By Mail
cancel a class, as long as you notify the Adult Education ● Complete a
office during business hours at 549-8765 by noon three Registration form for
business days prior to the class start date. Should the each person registering
Adult Education office cancel a class, you will be ● Mail Registration Form and
notified and receive a full refund. Tuition to: Adult Education, 310 S.
Curtis, Missoula MT 59801
Participation and Age Requirements
Students must be at least 16 years of age to register and
attend adult education classes. Only registered students
are allowed in the classroom. Auditing or viewing By Fax
classes is not permitted. Children are not permitted to ● Complete a
accompany parents to classes unless it is a parenting Registration form for
class and specified in the description. each person registering
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