972-238-6972 www.richlandcollege.edu/emeritus
•Volunteer Opportunities
•Spring Kickoff December 9, 2008
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FRE Spring 2009
Back-to-School Kickoff
Tuesday, December 9, 2008 • 8:30-11:00 a.m.
Fannin Performance Hall
Steve Lund
Curriculum Director,
Lutheran High School
of Dallas
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REGISTRATION and GENERAL INFORMATION
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Emeritus Program Leadership
Executive Committee
Robert W. Barretto Winston Brown Marjorie Henderson
Dr. Masashi Kawasaki Elaine Sandilands Ruth Snoddy
If you are an Emeritus student and would like to join our Executive Com-
mittee, please contact Mitzi Werther at 972 238-6393.
Advisory Council
Pat Carlyle, Associate Director, Senior Network Alliance
Jim Cowgill, Texas Silver-Haired Legislature
Dr. Carl Davis, Psychotherapist, Retired
John Gudjohnsen, retired photojournalist, Channel 8
Debra Jones, Senior Copy Chief, JCPenney catalog
Janice Kawasaki, Publicity Dietetics, Retired
Dr. Laurie Lipson, Associate Dean Emeritus, Baylor College of Dentistry
Jack Lopez-Klein, Manufacturing Agent Consultant
Annette Morganstern, The Senior Voice
Dr. Lurline Morrow, Book Reviewer/Speaker
Jaime Ornelas, Production Engineering/Management Consultant
Kay Paggi, National Certified Gerontological Counselor
Constance Smith, Manager, Office of Senior Affairs
Dr. Sandra Steinbach, Psychiatrist
Elaine Sullivan, Psychotherapist, Richland College Professor
Dee Taylor, Author, Professional Speaker, Consultant
Hughston Thomas, Retired
Richard Wright, Retired
Debra Wyatt, Liaison, Heart to Heart Hospice
Ex officio Members
Kay Eggleston, Richland College Vice President for Institutional
Effectiveness and Economic Development
Becky Jones, Richland College Associate Dean,
Business Office Systems and Support
Bill Neal, Richland College Physical Education Professor
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Emeritus Staff Contact Information
www.richlandcollege.edu/emeritus
972-238-6972
e-mail: rlcemeritus@dcccd.edu
Still working?
Need evening and Saturday classes?
Visit our Boomer website at
www.richlandcollege.edu/boomers
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ART
COMPUTER INSTRUCTION
(For computer textbook information, see page 11)
E-Bay Non-Credit
Fri 10:00-12:00 Sep 5-Sep 19 (3 sessions)
L126 Course No. 523413 Fee $12
This introductory hands-on class will cover the basics of eBay-buying,
selling and learning from other eBayers. If you’ve wanted to tap into this
gigantic electronic garage sale, this beginner’s class may be for you.
Presenter: Gary Duke, Richland College librarian
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Adobe Premier Level I Credit (1 hour)
ITSC 1191 8205 TR 1:30-4:00 Oct 7-Oct 23 Rm B001
Get started quickly with easy moviemaking options and show your style
with amazing video and audio effects. Make customized photo creations
using themed layouts and even create dazzling interactive web galleries.
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Excel 2007 Level II Credit (1 hour)
ITSC 1191 8213 Sun 1:00-5:00 Oct 5-Oct 26 Rm B005
8214 TR 1:30-4:30 Nov 18-Dec 04 (skip 11/27) Rm B029
Prerequisite: Excel 2007- Level I – Plan and design charts. Use tables—
plan, create, edit, sort, and analyze table data.
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Photoshop Elements 6.0–Level I Credit (1 hour)
ITSC 1191 8222 TR 1:30-4:00 Aug 26-Sep 11 Rm B005
8223 Sun 1:00-5:00 Sep 07-Sep 28 Rm B001
8224 TR 1:30-4:00 Oct 28-Nov 13 Rm B005
Learn Photoshop Elements 6.0 basics. Discuss importing images into the
program. Use auto features to quickly fix a picture. Use a photo filter to
adjust color tone. Discuss resolution and file formats. Sharpen and crop
photos. Create a Web Photo Gallery.
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PowerPoint 2007 Level I Credit (1 hour)
ITSC 1191 8233 MW 1:30-4:00 Sep 22-Oct 8 Rm B029
Plan/create a basic presentation. Open, modify and enhance an existing
presentation with text formatting, clip art and animated graphic images.
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BOOK LIST FOR COMPUTER CLASSES
Only classes requiring textbooks are listed below.
(Flash /Thumb drives are highly recommended)
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ENRICHMENT
Enrichment I (Series) Non-credit
Wed 1:30-3:00 Sep 3-Oct 8 (6 sessions)
Rm R019 Course No. 523415 Fee $20
(Fee covers all 6 sessions; attend as many or as few as you choose.)
Sep 17 The Character of Thomas Jefferson How did a first class mind
deal with historical issues? Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the
U.S., had flaws, but somehow he was able to use common sense and
logic to guide our country. What about his romantic encounters?
Presenter: RoseMary Rumbley, author, teacher, and lecturer
Oct 1 Hadassah: One Night With the King By Tommy Tenney is a fifty-
minute book performance. Janice Byrd will present the novel Hadassah:
One Night With the King based on the story of Queen Esther from the
Old Testament. Delivered as a first-person memoir, this biblical fiction re-
counts Esther’s story in the form of a letter passed down to present day
from the decedents of that original recipient. Presenter: Janice Byrd,
professional “book reviewer”
(continued)
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Oct 8 Juggling for Life, Metaphors for Living and Learning
Juggling (yes, literal 3 ball juggling) is an interactive (and healthy) activity
that demonstrates the ideas of finding purpose, gaining focus, manag-
ing time, and moving toward goals with renewed energy and confidence.
Topics will include (but are not limited to): overcoming self-defeating
thinking and negative self-talk; increasing powers of concentration; ac-
complishing difficult tasks; integrating both halves of the brain thereby
increasing brainpower; building teamwork and developing relationships.
Last (but never least) we will experience the “impartial art” of juggling.
Come have some fun as we learn together.
Presenter: John Carmichael, Richland College Career Specialist,
Human Development instructor
Oct 29 “Fill It Up With Ethyl, Please” How come I can’t find my old
Enco gas station? The brand names for gasoline depend on where you
grew up, and they tell the story of the history of the oil industry. We will
bring back the memories of Humble, Amoco, Sinclair, Arco, Esso, So-
cony-Mobil and many others. Have you ever put Caltex gasoline in your
car? Probably not. Whatever brand was on the pump, for a few cents
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more you could upgrade to Ethyl. What was that, where did it go, and
what do we use today? We will have fun with gasoline, no matter what
the price is on the day of the presentation. Presenter: Arnold Paddock,
Richland College instructor
Nov 5 Cross of Gold and the Yellow Brick Road: America’s Gold
Addiction This program will focus on the struggle between the gold and
silver forces around 1900 to take control of the American government.
It was a war that continued for much of the 20th century and influenced
American culture in a variety of ways. Who was L. Frank Baum and how
did his living in Dakota Territory mold The Wizard of Oz? Why did Wil-
liam Jennings Bryan give his famous Cross of Gold speech? What did
Mary Baker Eddy, the founder of Christian Science, have to do with the
gold craze? Presenter: Dr. Paul Benson, American Religion Historian,
Mountain View College
Nov 19 The Grand Tour of Italy This presentation will feature a general
discussion of a recent adventure to Venice, Florence, Rome, and Pom-
peii. An over-view of historical sites that loomed large in both the clas-
sical world and the Italian Renaissance will offer insights into the role of
Italy and Rome in the shaping of western civilization.
Presenter: Dr. Nathaniel Means, Northlake College instructor
FINANCIAL ISSUES
Funeral Buying: $ or $$$$$ Non-credit
Thu 1:30-3:30 Sep 18-Sep 25 (2 sessions)
Rm C102 Course No. 523422 Fee $10
The course focuses on a major lifetime purchase most of us postpone–
our funeral. We will cover the nuts and bolts of end-of-life planning for
all spiritual orientations and discuss affordable alternatives to typically
expensive funerals. Presenters: Joe Tinnin, Richland College professor
and Ed McHam, Funeral Consumers Alliance
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GAMES
Brain Play Non-credit
Thu, 2:00-3:00 Oct 9-Nov 13 (6 sessions)
Rm Y102 Course No. 523412 Fee $12
Help stamp out “Flabby Brains”! The ability to think creatively and prob-
lem solve extends throughout the entire lifespan. Cognitive decline in
later life is due to disease or disuse. Join the group for some “Brain Play”
and grow a few new dendrites. Presenter: Kay Paggi, National Certified
Gerontological Counselor
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Bridge, Defense: Supervised Non-credit
Tue 10:00-12:00 Oct 28-Nov 18 (4 sessions)
Rm C102 Course No. 523354 Fee $27
Now that you understand the concepts of bridge play you can prac-
tice, practice, practice your defense. Read your partner’s bid and work
as a team- with supervision- just in case you still need a little help.
Presenter: Rob Preece, ACBL accredited instructor
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HORTICULTURE
Horticulture (Series) Non-credit
Thu 10:00-12:00 Sep 4-Oct 2 (5 sessions)
Rm C102 Course No. 523424 Fee $20
(Fee includes all sessions; come to as many or as few as you choose)
Bulbs
Fall is the time to plant your bulbs for a beautiful spring. Learn when and
what bulbs require chilling first as well as the best planting techniques.
You’ll also learn how to separate your existing plantings to keep your
cannas, irises, daylilies, and bulbs looking their best.
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HUMANITIES
Major Political World Conflicts (Series) Non-Credit
Mon, 1:30-3:00 Sep 22-Oct-27 (6 sessions)
Rm S116 Course No. 523426 Fee $20
(Fee covers all 6 sessions; attend as many or as few as you choose.)
Space will be limited, register early!
Oct 20 Africa: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly The linguistic, cul-
tural and political complexities of Africa have long been misunderstood
by Westerners, while most press coverage of the continent has focused
largely on the negative. Dr. Sherry Dean will discuss the current “hot
spots” of conflict on the African continent and explain the major differenc-
es between francophone, anglophone and lusophone countries. Partici-
pants will also explore Africa’s link to the global economy, review modern
political success stories and learn about the continent’s challenges from
the perspective of African academic communities.
Presenter: Dr. Sherry Dean, Richland College Executive Dean of
Humanities
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Book Club Non-credit
Thu, 1:30-3:00 Sep 4, Oct 2, Oct 30, Dec 4 (4 sessions)
Rm C102 Course No. 523409 Fee $12
“I haven’t a clue!” We think of British mysteries as Miss Scarlett in the
drawing room with a candle stick, but some are in the woods with a
blunt instrument. This session is a look at just four authors of the mys-
tery genre. Wherever the mystery is, we get to visit places we might
never have had a chance to- - or want to. Hound of the Baskervilles, Sir
Canon Doyle; The Body in the Library, Agatha Christie; Original Sin, P.
D. James; The Remorseful Day, Colin Dexter. Have fun touring England.
Facilitator: Betty Roberts, Richland College Instructor.
MUSIC
Piano I Credit (1 hour)
MUSI 1181 8002 TR 12:00-1:00 Aug 26-Dec 11 Rm. F287
This course is primarily for students with no piano background. It devel-
ops basic musicianship and piano skills. Open to all students. The book
for this class is: Hal Leonard Adult Piano Method Book I. Instructor: TBA
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PHYSICAL FITNESS, HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Line Dance Friday, Beginning, Part I Non-credit
Fri 12:30-1:30 Aug 29-Sep 26 (5 sessions)
Rm G140 Course No. 523356 Fee $15
This class is for students with little or no line dance background. It’s a
great way to stay active, both mentally and physically. Learn the basics
and some easy national line dances while having great fun.
Instructor: Richard Rogers, dance maestro
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Aerobics, Gentle/Conditioning Exercise Credit (1 hour)
PHED 1116 8502 MW 5:40-7:00pm Aug 25-Dec 11 Rm G140
Non-Credit Concurrent: 516781 81043 Fee $39
Combine rhythmic movement, strength and flexibility, exercise and car-
diovascular improvement for total fitness. Instructor: Gwen Flood
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Yoga - Beginning & Intermediate Credit (1 hour)
PHED 1130 8003 TR 11:00- 12:20pm Aug 26-Dec 11 Rm G140
PHED 1100 8003 TR 11:00- 12:20pm Aug 26-Dec 11 Rm G140
Non-Credit Concurrent: 516790 81039 Fee $39
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FRE Special Events
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THIRD TIME’S A CHARM! The Pre-Holiday Afternoon Social…and
“All that Jazz” has been such a hit that we will repeat the past two
year’s joyous events. We will be entertained by the Richland Jazz Sing-
ers. Dr. Michael Crawford, Director of Choral Music at Richland, prom-
ises you will have an opportunity to hear some really great music as well
as learn about becoming a member of the Richland Chorale.
Take a break and join your Emeritus friends, old and new, for a delightful
afternoon social. Bring finger food to share. Drinks, serving pieces and
cutlery will be provided.
Call 972-238-6972 to let us know that you will be attending.
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TRIPS
(Call the Continuing Education office at 972-238-6147
or 6146 to register and pay for trips.)
“On the Road Again” with RoseMary Rumbley Have you always
wanted to go to First Monday at Canton, but you didn’t want to spend the
day hunting for a parking place? Not to worry. Jump on the Richland bus
which will take you to Canton and let you off in the midst of the greatest
flea market in the world. There is a trolley that will take you to all the mar-
ket stands. As an added attraction, we will stop at Edgewood Historical
Museum. This is an outdoor museum like our Heritage Museum at Old
City Park. The fee for admission to the museum is $4.00.
Lunch will be on your own. Fee covers transportation only.
No refunds after October 3. The bus departs at 8:30am Saturday
from Parking Lot D with scheduled return at 5:00pm.
Sat 8:00am – 5:00pm Nov 1 Course No. 523400 Fee $27
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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Presbyterian Village North
8600 Skyline Drive - Dallas 75243
214-355-9001
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Mon Oct 13 Global Warming – Science, Policy and Politics What’s this
“global warming” thing all about? If you would like to know, this lecture is for
you. The discussion will cover the science of greenhouse gases in layman’s
terms. It will take a look at prehistoric and historic temperature and carbon
dioxide patterns and what these may tell us about the future. Disagreements
between the consensus scientists and the skeptics will be examined. It will
examine what various countries are doing to control carbon emissions and
how successful (or not) they have been. U.S. regulatory proposals in Con-
gress and their implications on energy policy and economics will also be
discussed.
Presenter: Ed Powell, Ph.D. Environmental Policy Director,TXU
(retired)
Mon Nov 10 Mary Edwards Walker was the only woman to win the Con-
gressional Medal of Honor. During the Civil War she saved the lives of Union
and Confederate troops alike. Dr. Walker worked for suffrage and especially
dress reform, refusing to wear skirts in the operating room. She ran for both
the Senate and the House of Representatives and lost. The medal was
taken from her in 1919 by generals who had not fought in the war, but she
died holding the medal, refusing to give it up while she lived. It was officially
returned to her in 1977, fifty years after her death, when people began study-
ing the Civil War and the accomplishments of the only woman in the field.
Presenter: Dr. Barbara Montgomery author, teacher with two Fulbrights
Wed Nov 19 “Fill It Up With Ethyl, Please” How come I can’t find my old
Enco gas station? The brand names for gasoline depend on where you grew
up, and they tell the story of the history of the oil industry. We will bring back
the memories of Humble, Amoco, Sinclair, Arco, Esso, Socony-Mobil and
many others. Have you ever put Caltex gasoline in your car? Probably not.
Whatever brand was on the pump, for a few cents more you could upgrade
to Ethyl. What was that, where did it go, and what do we use today? We will
have fun with gasoline, no matter what the price is on the day of the presen-
tation. Presenter: Arnie Paddock, Richland College instructor
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Brookdale
Chambrel
At Club Hill
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Sep 16 Victoria Claflin Woodhull Blood Martin Victoria Claflin Wood-
hull Blood Martin, was the first woman to run for President of the United
States. Her platform was free love and suffrage, which may be why she
is not in most history books. Victoria rose from poverty to wealth and
prestige in Anglo-American society. She took her entire, contentious fam-
ily to England where she entertained the Prince of Wales at her historic
manor house which is now in the National Trust. In her lifetime she was
both infamous and famous. She was surely naughty.
Presenter: Dr. Barbara Montgomery, author and teacher with two
Fulbrights
Nov 18 The Mysteries of the Season Did you know that Sherlock
Holmes solved a mystery at Christmas time? Did you know that the
Dickens’s character, Tiny Tim, grew up to be a detective? It’s all so mys-
terious! Presenter: RoseMary Rumbley, author, teacher and lecturer
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The Forum at Park Lane - A Five Star Quality Care Community
Please feel free to join us for the Senior Educational Forum Series, on
the second Wednesday of each month from 6:45-8:15pm.
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Sep 10 Victoria Claflin Woodhull Blood Martin Victoria Claflin Wood-
hull Blood Martin, was the first woman to run for President of the United
States. Her platform was free love and suffrage, which may be why she
is not in most history books. Victoria rose from poverty to wealth and
prestige in Anglo-American society. She took her entire, contentious
family to England where she entertained the Prince of Wales at her his-
toric manor house which is now in the National Trust. In her lifetime she
was both infamous and famous. She was surely naughty.
Presenter: Dr. Barbara Montgomery author, teacher with two Fulbrights
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Boomers Program
Life is changing and so can you!
We offer evening and Saturday classes convenient to Boomers.
YOUR schedule, to fit YOUR needs and YOUR lifestyle!
To register, or for more information, call 972-238-6972
or on the web at www.richlandcollege.edu/boomers
Course Offerings
Class Spotlight!
We Don’t Have the Time Not To - How many times each day do you
hear yourself or others say, “I just don’t have the time” or “I am so busy”.
These two statements are common mantras in our society. The rush and
pressure underlying these messages impact us at every level of our be-
ing: physically, emotionally, spiritually, intellectually, socially and occupa-
tionally. Do you have time to attend this workshop? You don’t have time
not to. Stress is the number one cause of illness and disease in our so-
ciety. Give yourself the gift of time to reflect on your own sense of health
and well being. Presenter: Elaine Sullivan, holistic wellness advocate,
Psychotherapist, RLC instructor 30 years, national keynote speaker
eBAY
eBay Basics
eBay Beyond the Basics – Techniques for the Serious eBay Seller
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Retirement Planning - A Do-it-Yourself Project
The Boomer “Sandwich Generation” and Advance Care Planning
JOB SEARCH
Job Search - You’re Not Old, You’re Experienced
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LIFE CHANGES & CHALLENGES
Grandparents Raising Their Grandchildren
Juggling for Life, Metaphors for Living and Learning
Stamp Out Stress (SOS): Re-Vitalize Your Life
How to Wipe Out Job-Burnout Before It Wipes You Out
Class Spotlight!
Concerned About Your Aging Parents? We’ve Got Helpful Solutions!
We will explore the aging of your parents and suggest solutions to make
your role as caregiver more effective. This course will examine the care-
giving issues, types of information you need, and how to get it. We will
also discuss how to improve communication with your parents and how
to open a conversation with them about future needs.
Presenter: Kay Paggi, Nationally Certified Gerontological Counselor
and Geriatric Care Manager
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
You Want HOW MUCH To Fix That?????
Gardening With the Masters
Memories To Memoirs
Book Performance for Fun and Profit
For Book Club Members Only
Global Warming - Science, Policy and Politics
We Were Solving The Energy Crisis, And We Stopped!
Travel On The Cheap
Argentine Tango I
Ballroom Dance I
Club Dance I & II
Class Spotlight!
Wine 101 - Where are the best wines produced around the world? What
grapes make the best wine? Why are some wines so expensive – are
they worth it? How do you read a wine label? Do you need a wine cel-
lar? How do you develop a wine palate? Is wine good for your health? In
this class, we will de-mystify wine and do our best to keep this light and
enjoyable. Remember that state law prevents us from tasting wine on the
campus so you will have to practice at home!
Presenter: Winston Brown, wine aficionado
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Non Credit Class List
By Phone:
You can pay for classes over the phone with your credit card by calling the Continuing Education
Department at 972-238-6146 or 972-238-6147.
In Person:
Go to the Continuing Education registration counter in Thunderduck Hall during these hours:
Mon-Thu 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and Sat. 9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
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(east of Richland College, see map on page 36)
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523428 What’s Hot & What’s Not - Tech. M 1:00-2:30 9/8-9/15 $10 20
To register for the trips listed below, please call 972-238 6147.
523382 Mama Mia - Bass Hall Trip S 10:30-5:30 9/13 $50 24
523400 Canton With RoseMary Rumbley S 8:00-5:00 11/1 $27 24
523394 Galveston - Johnson Space Center F-SU 7:00-5:00 12/5-12/7 $110 24
Still working?
Need evening and Saturday classes?
Visit our Boomer website at
www.richlandcollege.edu/boomers
Room R019
in the LeCroy Center
HERE
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Payment Information
By Phone:
You can pay for classes over the phone with your credit card by calling
the Continuing Education Department at 972-238-6146 or 972-238-
6147.
In Person:
Go to the Continuing Education registration counter in Thunderduck Hall
during the following hours:
Mon-Thu 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Fri 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and Sat 9:00
a.m.-1:30 p.m.
On Richland’s web site: You are able to pay by credit card on the web
if you have previously registered and provided your e-mail address.
FREE!
Natural Encounters with Thunderducks and Other Birds
Monday September 15th, 11 am to 12:30 pm
Fannin Performance Hall
It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane!... It’s a BIRD!!
Richland College is honored to welcome Cari Clements, Manager of
Training & Show Production, of the internationally respected Natural En-
counters Inc. for a Once In A Lifetime event. In Dallas for the “Ignite Your
Senses” State Fair AND the show’s 20th anniversary in Texas, Cari will
bring with her a few of the fabulous, intelligent birds from the production
to our campus. Cari brings out the birds’ natural talents and they shine!
We proudly invite you to join us as we experience powerful lessons about
human and animal relations from this inspiring presentation. Birds sing-
ing in English and French! Birds taking conservation donations right out
of your fingers! See how great training keeps birds of all ages and abili-
ties in top flight condition! Come to this unique “Close Encounter.”
Perhaps the most important influence on his* training ability was knowing
that the consequence of a poor training decision could result in the loss
of his animal ... it could just fly away!
Steve Martin, President of NEI
www.naturalencounters.com/index.html
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