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Anderson Community EducationADULT LEARNING CENTER 124 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAWRENCEBURG, KY 40342
AndersonCommunityEducation
LEARNINGOPPORTUNITIES
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REGISTRATION&FEES
We invite you to register for An-derson County’s community educa-tion classes. Anderson Community Education (ACE) is sponsored by the Anderson County Board of Educa-tion representing the collaborative effort with the public school system, local organizations, businesses, and our citizens. Its purpose is to coor-dinate and utilize our community re-sources to meet the needs and interests of the people of Anderson County.
Ann Asbury, Adult Education Instructor received flowers from her student as a thank you gift
for helping her achieve her GED diploma.
*E-mail form to Jacque at [email protected]
DANCINGCOMPUTERS
The ACE program provides edu-cational, recreational, cultural, and enrichment activities for people of all ages within our community of Anderson County and surrounding areas. ACE abides by federal regula-tions banning discrimination and de-nial of services on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex or disability in all educational practices.
Please pre-register to ensure your en-rollment. There are four convenient ways to do so:*Fill out the enrollment form in this
brochure and mail it to ACE, 124
South Main Street, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342.
*TelephoneJacqueattheACEofficeat839-3754.
* Fax enrollment form to (502) 839-3754.
* E-mail form to Jacque at [email protected]
“MEET MR. ROBERT” PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDUREJo Stratton, Professional Registered
ParliamentarianTues., Feb. 20-Mar. 276:00-7:30 p.m. AMS Room 811 Fee: $20
This course will teach you how to partici-pate and conduct meetings in a volunteer society: business, education, professional organizations, church boards, committees, or assemblies, etc. Robert’s Rules of Order, 10th Edition will be the governing parlia-mentary authority.
LET’S DANCE THE RUMBAGarnetta Barnette, Instructor
Saffell Street ElementaryFriday, Mar. 2-Mar. 30
6:30-8:00 p.m.Fee: $40 per person or
$65 per coupleDo you want to dance like the stars? Want a fun new exercise? Want to heat up the danceflooronyourspringbreakvacation?Come learn the Rumba!!
COUNTRY LINE DANCINGGail Cummins, Instructor
Robert B. Turner Elementary Caféteria
Thursday, Jan. 25-Mar. 226:00-7:00 p.m. Beginners 7:00-8:00 Intermediate
(Beginners are WELCOME to stay for the Intermediate class)8 weeks Fee: $35
Do you want to learn to line dance or brush up on what you already know? Come join us as we learn the basics of several line dance routines. Dancing gives you a great mental and physical workout, as you memorize the steps. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a friend. Don’t forget the smile!
EBAYENTREPRENEUR
BEGINNER EBAYMarty Terry, InstructorMon./Tues. Feb. 5 & 6
6:00-8:00 p.m.Bluegrass Community Technical
College-Anderson CampusRoom 159, Fee: $25
Are you ready to dive in to selling on eBay? Learn the basics of selling items online from start to finish. Learn whatitems sell and how to research items.
ADVANCED EBAY Marty Terry, Instructor
Mon./Tues. Feb. 12 & Feb. 136:00-8:00 p.m.
Bluegrass Community TechnicalCollege-Anderson Campus
Room 159, Fee: $25Learn to take selling to the next level. Learn advertising techniques to develop a plan to sell like a pro. Learn about creative listing, appraising, ad design, and shipping and handling items. Bring several small items to class to photograph and list on eBay. Watch what happens!
INTRO TO BASIC MICROSOFTOFFICE
Beth Feddersen, InstructorACHS Computer Lab
Tues./Thurs. Feb. 6 & Feb. 8 6:00-8:00 p.m. Fee: $25
Learn basic computer skills. You will be introduced to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Access. We will spend most of the class going over the toolbars that are within each program.
Beth Feddersen teaches computer classes for Anderson
Community Education.
CALL NOWTO REGISTER
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AMERICANSIGNLANGUAGE
EXCEL & BEYONDBeth Feddersen, Instructor
Tues./Thurs. Feb. 13 & Feb. 15 ACHS Computer Lab
6:00-8:00 p.m. Fee: $25You will learn the basics of Excel includ-ing formulas, borders, tables, and much more. Come with your Excel questions, and we will solve them together.
POWER POINT PRESENTATIONSBeth Feddersen, Instructor
Tues./Thurs. Feb. 20 & Feb. 22Bluegrass Community
Technical CollegeRoom 159
6:00-8:00 p.m. Fee: $25You will learn how to customizeanimations, slide transitions, rehearsetimings, and much more. By the end of this class you will be able to give your ownPowerPoint presentations! Bring pictures onCD,orfloppydisk tomake learningmore fun!
BASIC KEYBOARDINGAnn Asbury, InstructorAdult Learning Center124 South Main Street
Fee: FREECall to schedule a time.
Learn basic keyboarding skills or im-prove your typing speed. Each student will learn at his own rate using an inter-esting and fun-to-use program. The in-structor will provide individual help as needed.
Doris Thompson, Certified Instruc-tor leads Step Aerobics.PHYSICAL FITNESS
STEPPIN’ UP AEROBICSDoris Thompson
Certified InstructorJan. 8-Feb. 15Feb. 19-Mar.29Apr. 2-May 10
Mon., Tues., Thur.6 weeks, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Saffell Elementary Fee: $28The 6-week class includes warm-up, step aerobics, strength endurance with hand weights, leg exercises and cool down. Participation improves cardiovascular efficiency, endurance, and flexibility.Bring an exercise step, mat or towel, a set of 1 - 5 lb. hand weights, and a bottle of water. This class is ongoing through-out the year.
TAE - BODoris Thompson, Instructor
Jan. 8-Feb. 15Feb. 19-Mar.29Apr. 2-May 10
Monday & Thursday7:10 - 8:10 p.m., Fee: $28Saffell Street Elementary
Get in shape with this fitness regime,which includes punch and kick work-outs, jabs, dancing, leg exercises, and lots of fun. Bring a mat or towel, a set of 1 - 5 lb. hand weights, and a bottle of water. This class is ongoing throughout the year.
ANDERSON COUNTYREFEREE CLINIC
Ed McKee, Certified InstructorFee: $10
Thursday, March 226:00-7:30 p.m.AMS Rm. 811
Learn the basics of refereeing the game of basketball. Learn how to use floormechanics, hand signals, when and how to make a call, and how to work with others affiliated with the sport. Thisclass includes a hand-on opportunity to officiate during a scrimmage gamescheduled at a later date. Bring a note-bookandpencilandcalltheACEofficeto register.
BUYING VS. RENTINGYOUR HOME
Dwight Conway & Elizabeth Lloyd, Broker/Owners
Conway & Lloyd Real EstateACHS Room 142
Tuesdays, February 6, March 6 & April 17
6:00-7:30 p.m. Fee: FREEAre you trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home? Learn the ben-efitsandthemostimportantthingsyouneed to know about purchasing a house. Learn the step-by-step process including
BEGINNER CLASSKristen Zeller, InstructorMonday, Jan. 29-April 23
5:45-6:45 p.m.ACHS Room 144 Fee: $40
You will learn conversational sign lan-guage for communicating with your hearing impaired friends, relatives, and co-workers.
ASL-INTERMEDIATE SIGNINGKristen Zeller, InstructorMonday, Jan. 29-April 23
6:45-7:45 p.m.ACHS Room 144 Fee: $40
This class is a more extensive study of sign language. Learn to sign words with several different meanings and howASLcombinesgesturesandfingerspelling to make a visual expression of language.
ASL-ADVANCED INTERPRETINGKristen Zeller, InstructorMonday, Jan. 29-April 23
7:45-8:45 p.m.ACHS Room 144 Fee: $40
Practice the art of actual interpreting for deaf people.Learn tips for instructor preparation and informationongettingacertification.
QUEST FOR THE PAST:GENEALOGY STUDY
Suzanne Kauffman, InstructorMonday, Apr. 9-Apr. 30
6:30-8:00 p.m. Public Library Fee: $30
Are you interested in working on a fam-ily tree genealogy study? You will learn good research habits, record keeping and the ABCs of ancestry research for relatives and military ancestors. The instructor will teach a brief history and share resources available to the research-er. Bring any information you think will bebeneficial inbeginningyour search.This class includes an exciting hands-on assignmentandafield trip to theKen-tucky Historical Society. Bring your notebook and pencil.
financing and pre-qualification, con-tracts, home inspections, and closing procedure.
FINANCE
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CREATIVEWRITING
THE BEGINNER WRITER THE SHORT STORY
Linda Pollack, WriterTraining & Development Specialist-
FreelanceMonday, Feb. 5-Feb. 26
6:00-8:00 p.m.AMS Room 809 Fee: $25
Do you want to become a writer? Come and explore your creative side by learn-ing how to write a short story! You will learn to create suspense, develop a char-acter,andfilloutaplotline.Therewillbe lots of group support and feedback.
THE INTERMEDIATE WRITER“A WORK IN PROGRESS”
Linda Pollack, WriterMonday, Mar. 5-Mar. 26
6:00-8:00 p.m.AMS Room 809 Fee: $25
This class is for the experienced writer. Join us in discovering together new and exciting ways to put your creative sto-ries to paper for all to enjoy.
THE ART OF STORY-TELLINGLinda Pollack, Writer
Monday, Apr. 9-Apr. 306:00-8:00 p.m.
AMS Room 809 Fee: $20Learn the art of storytelling by using your family history. What a great way to teach your children or grandchildren about family members of yesteryear. Everyone has an eccentric ancestor or colorful relative that will be the perfect character in a family story.
ARTS,CRAFTS&HOBBIESBEGINNER ARTIST WORKSHOP
Madge West, Artist Apr. 23 & 25
Mon./Wed. 6:00-8:00 p.m.AMS Room 301, Fee: $35
Local artist Madge West will be present-ing a 4-hour watercolor workshop for community education. You will learn to mix colors, do easy washes, paint simple objects, and begin to look at things as an artist. (Ages 13 years old to adult)
INTERMEDIATE ARTISTWORKSHOP
Madge West, ArtistApr. 30 & May 2
Mon./Wed. 6:00-8:00 p.m.AMS Room 301, Fee: $35
This workshop is designed for students who have experience working with wa-tercolor.
DOGTRAININGBASIC DOG OBEDIENCEJean Gibowski, Professional Trainer:Lucky Dog Training
Session I: Mar. 15-Apr. 19Session II: May 10-June 14
Thursdays, Anderson County Park (Behind the Extension Office)
6:30-7:30 p.m. Fee: $69Does your dog need some house man-ners? In this 6-week session, you will have fun teaching your dog to sit, lie down, stay, heel, come and even do tricks! Any dog at least 4 months old is welcome. Bring the whole family, your dog, leash, and some of his/her favorite treats. Limit: 8 dogs
INTERMEDIATE DOGOBEDIENCE
Jean Gibowski, Professional Trainer: Lucky Dog Training
Tuesdays, Apr. 17-May 22 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fee: $69 Anderson County Park
(Behind the Extension Office)This class is for dog owners who have completed a basic dog obedience class. Dogs must know how to sit, stay, lie down and heel. Training goals will be recalls with distraction, off lead heeling,
long stays, drop on recall. This is a great class for the whole family. Don’t forget the your dog’s favorite treats! Limit: 8 dogs
COMMUNICATIONSCONVERSATIONAL SPANISH I
Maria Gonzalez, InstructorTues./Thurs., Feb. 6-Feb. 22
5:30-7:00 p.m. Fee: $25AMS Room 809
Learn basic conversational Spanish in-cluding greetings, questions, simple di-rections, and Spanish necessary for travel, the workplace, and emergency situations.
CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH IIMaria Gonzalez, InstructorTu./Thurs., Mar. 6-Mar. 22
5:30-7:00 p.m. Fee: $25 AMS Room 809
This is a follow-up class for students who have attended a basic conversation-al Spanish I class.
SENIORCITIZENSANDERSON CO. SENIOR
CITIZEN CENTERDebbie Lottes, Director160 Township Square
839-75208:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., M-FOPEN TO AGE 60 PLUS
The Senior Citizen Center serves meals on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:30 a.m. On Tuesday and Thursday we provide transportation to local busi-nesses. Home care services are available to aid the homebound. Contact Beth Hume at 839-7520 for more informa-tion. Classes offered are as follows:
Group ExerciseFREE Classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Join ourseniorgroupforstretching,flexing,and mild aerobic exercises. This class will improve strength, mobility, andflexibility.FREE to those age 60 plusBeginner & Intermediate Line Danc-ingVicki Peace, InstructorThursday, On-going11:00-12:30 p.m. Classes are held at the center.
CALL NOWTO REGISTER
The ACE office received adonation from Walmart to
support adult education programs in Anderson County.
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ADULTLEARNINGCENTER
“We are changing lives every day”
124 S. Main St., 839-3754Darlene Urban, Director
Jacqueline Zeller, Administrative Asst.
GED/College PrepAnn Asbury, Instructor
Mon -Thur. 8:00 - 12:00 p.m. Mon. & Wed. 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Free GED instruction and refresher help with basic skills. Individualized instruction is available for adults 16 years of age and older who want to learn to read or need help to im-prove reading and math skills.
Lois Pulliam teaches Sunny ChenEnglish as a Second Language.
English as a Second Language Lois Pulliam, Instructor
Tues. 9:00-10:30 a.m.Tues. 6:00-8:00 p.m.Fri. 9:00-10:30 a.m.
This class is designed for students whose native language is not English in order to enhance the ability to read, write, speak and listen in English.
LEAP/WIA ProgramJerry Shaw,
Coordinator/InstructorGED instruction and workplace essen-tial skills for those who have dropped out of school.
Flexible hoursAge limit 16-18 yrs and
income restrictions applyCall Main Office for information
The LEAP Program offers GED instruction to students.
Bluegrass Community Technical College
1500 Bypass 127, 839-8488GED/College PrepAfternoon classes
Stacey King, InstructorMon. - Fri., 12 noon - 4:00 p.m.
Evening classes Garnetta Barnette, InstructorMon. & Thurs., 5:30-8:30 p.m.
FAMILYLITERACYTHENEXTSTEP
PROGRAM
Early Childhood Center126 N. Main, Lawrenceburg
Cheryl Steenerson,TNS Coordinator\Instructor
Sherry Noon, InstructorJackie Sherman, Childcare Program
InstructorFREE: Childcare provided
Monday & Wednesday evenings from 6:00-8:30 p.m. Adult education, GED instruction, computer literacy, parenting classes and child program.Students have the opportunity to earn a free computer after 12 hours of continu-ous instruction and enrollment.
BLUEGRASSCOMMUNITYTECHNICALCOLLEGE
Lawrenceburg Campus
STAY CLOSE, GO FAR!Rhonda Wheeler
Anderson County Liaison1500 Bypass North
Highway 127 839-8488This state-of-the-art college has the most
affordable tuition in the state. ($109 per credit hour) We’re a great place to start or continue your college career! High school juniors and seniors can take a classforonly$80.Callourofficeforin-formation on general education transfer courses and technical programs offered.
ANDERSONCOMMUNITYEARLYCHILDHOOD
COUNCIL
The Anderson CECC is a group of in-dividuals dedicated to encouraging and supporting child care centers, so that they can provide HIGH QUALITY childcare to the county’s youngest citizens. The Council is funded through a grant from the KIDS NOW Initiative. The coun-cil encourages childcare providers to be licensed/certified and involved inthe STARS Program. Please contactFrances Ryan at 839-7723, if you would like to become involved, have questions, or suggestions.
GRANDPARENTSASPARENTS(GAP)
Melinda Earlywine, Contact Monthly Meetings held at Turner
Elementary-Call for schedule502-680-6634
This is a NEW support group for grand-parents or other relatives raising children that are not their own. Discussions will include adoption laws and procedures and general support for families in this situation.
ANDERSONPUBLICLIBRARY
Jeff Sauer, Librarian114 North Main Street
839-6420 Library Hours:Mon -Thur. 9 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Fri. 9 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sat. 9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sun. 1:00-5:00 p.m.Story Hour
Contact: Milly BlairTutoring-Cheryl SteenersonMon., Tu.,Th. 3:00-5:00 p.m.
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ANDERSONCOUNTYHUMANITIESCOUNCIL
2007 Spring Speaker SeriesCo-sponsored by
Kentucky Humanities Council Thursday, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Anderson Middle School Library Fee: FREE
Presentation Schedule:Mar. 8-Chatauqua program:Anna Mac Clarke-Military Pioneer Portrayed by Haley S. Bowling-Spon-sored by Anderson Public LibraryApril 12-Reading Women, Writing Women: From Jane Austen to Bridget JonesTonya KrouseNorthern Kentucky UniversitySponsored by the Lawrenceburg Wom-an’s ClubMay 10-Ragtime and Stride Piano: Elite Syncopations, Fascinatin’ RhythmsRichard DomekUK School of MusicSponsored by First Independence Bank and ACE
*SUPPORT FOR THESEPROGRAMS IS PROVIDED BY
THE KENTUCKY HUMANITIES COUNCIL, LEXINGTON, KY.
ANDERSONCOUNTYRECREATIONPROGRAMS
Chip Bishop, Director1026 County Park Road
839-6498Youth Basketball
Sign-up is in early November. The season runs Dec.– Mar.
Boys: Grades 3 - 6Girls: Grades 3 - 8
Youth BaseballSign-up is in early March. The season
runs April – July.Boys: ages 5 - 15 years oldGirls: ages 5 - 15 years old
Girls’ SoftballSign-up is in early March. The season
runs April – July.Girls: ages 5 - 17 years old
Girls’ Fall SoftballSign-up is in early August. The season
runs Sept. - Nov. Ages 5-15 years old
Youth FootballSign-up is in early August.The season runs Sept.-Nov.
Grades 3-6
ANDERSONCOUNTYINVITATIONALALL-STARTOURNAMENT(ACI,INC.)
Julia Gustafson, DirectorSign-ups for fall leagues are in June. Sign-ups for spring leagues are in Janu-ary. AIYSA caters to children less than 6 years old and less than 14 years old. AIMS: Anderson Intramural Mixed Soccer is for middle school and high school ages 12-17. For information and schedule call 839-8192.
THECOACHESCORNER
Jessica Kinder, DirectorEd McKee, Producer
Jeff Maggard, Co-ProducerContact: Jessica at 839-5118
This is a monthly 30-minute program televised on the weekend on local cable station Channel 6. The program spot-lights coaches and athletes from the Anderson County High School Athletics Program.
APPLECORPS
Ann Ripy,District Volunteer Coordinator
Apple Corps is a volunteer program of the Anderson County Schools. Make a difference by becoming an Apple Corps volunteer or mentor. Call 839-4288 for more information.
Mayor Bobby Sparrow recognizes Dr. Lea Fowler for her volunteer work at the dental clinic held at
her office.
HEALTHDEPARTMENT
208 South Main Street839-4551/859-3818Cheri Johnson, RN
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Pro-gram
Fee: FREESenior Citizen Center160 Township Square
This is an exercise program designed specifically for people with Fibromy-algia and Arthritis. During the 6-week program, participants will meet 2 times a week and will go through a series of gentle movements and activities de-signed to increase mobility. Call 859-3818 for start date and time.
Living Well WorkshopsThe workshops are designed for persons living with a chronic health condition. The topics covered include:Effective CommunicationEffective Use of MedicationNutrition, Exercise,and Managing Stress Call 859-3818
Cooper Clayton Smoking CessationThis 13-week program Is a successful smoking cessation program which In-corporates the use of nicotine replace-ment therapy along with education and peer support. Call 859-3818
DOMESTICVIOLENCESUPPORTGROUP
This group supports victims of domestic violence including date violence. Confidential discussionsare available by appointment with coun-selor Suzanne McQueary at 502-223-2182, or call the Cabinet for Families & Children at 839-6933.
EXTENSIONOFFICECLASSES
Anderson County Extension Service
Debra Parrish, Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences
Register for the following classes at the Anderson County
Extension Office1026 County Park Road
CALL: 839-7271 / 839-6806All classes are held at the extension of-
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fice and are FREE of charge, unlessotherwise noted. Pre-registration is required.
“Scrapbooking” Fee $10
Learn to preserve your memories by creating beautiful scrapbook pages. Thefirsttwohoursisforbeginnersandexperienced scrapbookers. Classes will meet on the following dates.Jan. 19-Fri. 6:00-10:00 p.m.Jan. 20-Sat. 12:00-6:00 p.m.Feb. 23-Fri. 6:00-10:00 p.m.Feb. 24-Sat. 1:00-9:00 p.m.(Crop ‘til You Drop)Mar. 16-Fri. 6:00-10:00 p.m.Mar. 17-Sat. 1:00-6:00 p.m.Apr. 27-Fri. 6:00-10:00 p.m.Apr. 28-Sat. 1:00-6:00 p.m.May 18-Fri. 6:00-10:00 p.m.May 19-1:00-6:00 p.m.All classes will be held at the Extension Office. There is no charge for begin-nersforthefirsttwohours,butafterthatthe fee will be $10. The fee for expe-rienced scrapbookers is $10. Registra-tion is required.
“Piecemakers Quilt Guild”Meets the first Monday night of the month at 7 p.m. at the Anderson Ex-tensionOffice. Educational programsare presented, and project information is shared for both beginners and expe-rienced quilters. Everyone is welcome! There are annual dues. Please contact theoffice,ifyouareinterested.
“Beginning Serger Class”Tuesday, January 23
9:30-12:00 noon Fee: FREEDo you have a new serger, but not the slightest idea of how to use it? This class is for you!
“Come Sew with Us”March 29-March 31
Hardin County Extension Office,Elizabethtown
Time: TBA Fee: TBAThis class offers sewing lessons for beginners and focuses on four areas, including sew-n-wear and home décor. Calltheextensionofficeformoreinfor-mation on prices and projects.
“Jabez Quilt Seminar”Jan. 23-Jan. 27
KY Leadership Center,
Jabez, KY-Professionalquilt designer, author and instruc-tor, Nancy Odom, will be the featured teacher at this seminar. Other talented instructors from Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio will join Ms. Odom to offer a variety of classes for all skill levels. Contacttheextensionofficeregistrationinformation.
“Ribbons & Bows” Quilt Block Class, Fri. Jan. 26
9:30-3:00 p.m. Fee: $10Make a large quilt in a short time! This block was designed to create three quilt blocks. Learn to use triangles, square, rectangles, and an applique’ for a won-derful look! Sample available.
“Strip Twist Quilt” ClassFriday, Feb. 23
9:30-3:00 p.m. Fee: $10If you need a quick gift that uses leftover strips from other projects, this quilt is a great idea! A strip twist quilt uses 2 1/2 inch strips and is both fast and easy. Sample available.
“Attic Windows with a New Flair” Quilt Block ClassFriday, March 23
9:30-3:00 p.m. Fee: $10Learn how to apply the 60-degree angle to an old favorite design and technique. Sample available.
“Waltzing Matilda” Quilt Block Class Fri. Apr. 27
9:30-3:00 p.m. Fee: $10This design makes a secondary pattern as you piece the quilt. It’s an easy de-sign, but not a quick project. Sample available.
“Six-Point Striped Star” Quilt Class Fri., May 18
9:30-3:00 p.m. Fee: $10Make a quilt or a table topper using a de-sign that was developed in the 1900’s. The 60-degree angles make a strong statement when strips are used. Sample available.
“Painting a Springtime Scene”Thursday, March 89:30 a.m. Fee: $30
Use pen and ink with oil rouging to cre-ate a beautiful springtime scene of a mailbox with a bird’s nest. The painting
can be done in either 11X14 or 12X16 inches. The fee covers all supplies. Registration and payment deadline is March 1.Aphotographofthefinishedproduct is available.
“Painting a Rural Scene”Thursday, May 109:30 a.m. Fee: $30
Learn how to use pen and Ink with oil rouging to create a rural scene that includes an old country church. The painting can be done in either 11X14 or 12X16 inches. Fee includes all sup-plies. Registration and payment dead-line is May 3.Aphotographofthefin-ished product is available.
“Shoe Savvy”Tuesday, January 30
10:00 a.m. Fee: FREEHere’s your chance to get tips on se-lecting stylish, yet comfortable, shoes thatfityourfeet.Shoesforspecialfootneeds will be covered also.
“Toss It, Trash It, Treasure It”Tuesday, March 27
1:30 p.m. Fee: FREELearn how to prioritize your posses-sions and reduce clutter.
“What’s in Your Closet?”Tuesday, August 21
Time: TBA Fee: FREEMix your old clothes with new ones to createfashionablenewoutfits!
“The Anderson County Garden Club” 7:00 p.m.
3rd Thurs. of the month This club is for men and women who enjoy gardening and want to learn more about it. Each month an educational program is shared and community proj-ects are carried out. There are annual dues. Come join the fun! Contact the ExtensionOfficeformoreinformation.
“Gardener’s Toolbox 2007 Series”
Franklin Co. Extension Office,101 Lakeview Ct., Frankfort,
9:30-11:00 a.m., sessions repeated 5:30-7:00 p.m. Fee: $5, paid one week in advance of each session
These workshops introduce gardening basics and provide hands-on outdoor activities. All materials and tools are
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provided. Class Schedule:“House Guests -Houseplants” Thurs., Jan. 25-Learn how to care for and live with your indoor plants. Class will be at Berry Hill Greenhouses, US 60, Lou-isville Road. Pre-registration required.“Critters-Animal Pests in the Land-scape” Thurs., Feb. 15- Discussion on animal pests in our environment and how to deal with them.“Blue Ribbon Veggies” Thurs., Mar. 29- Learn how to grow, choose, groom and arrange your best veggies, fruit, nuts, and gourds, so you can be a county fair winner!“Flowering Friends-Annuals and Pe-rennials” Thurs., Apr. 26- Learn how to choose and grow the bests flowers for yourlandscape.“How Does Your Garden Grow? Container Gardening”Thurs., May 24-No room for a garden? Learn how to grow veggies, fruits, and flowersinlimitedspaces.“Plant 911-Diseases” Thurs., June 28- Is your plant sick? Learn what may be wrong and how to prevent diseases and care for diseased plants.
“Grow Your Own ShiitakeMushrooms”
Tues.,Feb. 27-5:30 p.m. Fee: $25/person or $30 couple
This class will teach you how to inocu-late the logs, grow the mushrooms, and prepare the mushrooms to eat. The fee covers most supplies plus samples of food featuring shiitake mush- rooms. Registration and payment deadline is Tuesday, Feb. 13.
“Fanciful Fruits” Tuesday, February 20, 10:00 a.m. FREE
Explore new and unusual fruits and learn how to include them in your menus.
“Festival of Foods” Monday, February 19,
6:30 p.m. Fee: $5.00 per personMark your calendars now and plan to attend the Festival of Foods program at theExtensionOffice!Seedisplaysandsample foods from India, Mexico, Chi-
na, Italy, Thailand and Germany. Have fun bidding on items in the silent auc-tion. Contact Extension Homemak-ers Club members for tickets. Tick-ets are required for this event.
“DisastersPlan, Prepare, Prevail”
Monday, March 26Jessamine Co. Agricultural Learning
CenterTime: TBA Fee: $8
(Includes lunch)Fromtornadoestofloods,fromfirestoacts of terrorism, planning ahead can help us to get through any emergency situation. Highlights of this program include creating a family or community/worksite commun-ication plan, weather tracking, inventory of property and in-surance issues, and the strategies that are in place in the state of Kentucky in the event of a major emergency. Guest speakers include Kim Henden, Exten-sion Associate for Envionmental Issues; TracyBertram,KYOfficeofInsurance;Tom Priddy, UK Agriculture Weather; Chief Meterologist Bill Meck, WLEX-TV; and a representative from the KY OfficeofHomelandSecurity.CalltheExtensionOfficeformoreinformation.Register by March 20.
“Don’t Be a Target”Tuesday, April 24
1:30 p.m. Fee: FREETake this class to learn practical, every-day ways to enhance personal safety to better protect yourself when traveling or conduct in normal activities.
FAMILYRESOURCE&YOUTHSERVICECENTERS
The Family Resource Center’s goal is to promote the success of all students by developing a strong partnership between home, school, and the community. The FRC supports students and families by assisting with basic needs, health and social service referrals, full-time child-care and after-school care referrals, as-sistance for new and expectant mothers, training for child-care providers, and information about adult education and family literacy.
ECC / Saffell Street ElementaryBarbara Basham, Coordinator
Early Childhood Center126 North Main Street
839-2504Kathy Campbell, OutreachSaffell Street Elementary
210 Saffell Street839-3565
Turner / Ward Elementary JaneRedmon, Coordinator
Turner Elementary1411 Fox Creek Road
839-2500Kathy Campbell, OutreachEmma B. Ward Elementary
West Broadway Street839-4236
Youth Service CenterBeckey Johnson, Coordinator
Anderson Middle School200 W. Woodford, 839-9261
The YSC functions as a vital link be-tween families and the services neces-sary to meet basic needs. The YSC assists students and their families by providing health and social services referrals, substance abuse referrals, educational enhancement, family crisis intervention, mentoring, volunteer ser-vice, and violence prevention.
MOPS
Tabitha Lilly, CoordinatorMothers Of Pre-schoolers meetings are held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of each month at First Baptist Church. Call 839-6966.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are available for those who would like to attend ACE classes but are unable to pay the fees. Call ACE at 839-3754.
SENIORCITIZENDISCOUNT
Let us know if you are 62 years of age or over, and receive a 10% discount on tuition fees.CALL NOW
TO REGISTER
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Anderson Community Education124 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAWRENCEBURG, KY 40342
ANDERSON COMMUNITY EDUCATION REGISTRATION FORM
LAST NAME_________________________FIRST NAME__________________ADDRESS_________________________________________________________HOME PHONE_____________________BUSINESS PHONE_______________COURSE TIME/DAY AMOUNT____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
SPIRALSSPIRALS (Stretching Potential through In-dividualized Responsive Alterna-tive Learning Situations) offers young parents (under 21 years of age) an op-portunity to continue their high school education and graduate with a diploma. Professional childcare is provided. Transportation, breakfast, and lunch are available. Contact Ruth Fentress at 839-4417 or Susan Kays at 839-5118.
Call Jacque Zeller at theACE office to register
REGISTRATION&FEES
You may pre-register for classes by mail, telephone, fax, or e-mail. Fees are listed with each class. Please make checks payable to ACE (Anderson Community Education) unless otherwise noted.
REFUNDSRequests for refunds should be made in writing and will be processed, less any material costs. No refunds will be made afterthefirstclasssession.
CLASSCANCELLATIONS
If Anderson County Schools close due to inclement weather or other reasons, all ACE classes will be cancelled.
MESSAGEFROMTHESUPERINTENDENT
The Board of Education and I are ex-cited to join with the staff at ACE in welcoming all of you to the exciting op-portunities available through our com-munity education program. Commu-nity education plays a vital role in the mission of our school district through providing appropriate educational re-sources to all learners. Please take the time to review and register for one of our classes. I urge all of you to con-tinue to learn and stay involved in your community and schools. Be a part of the Anderson County Schools Team and help us take your students to higher lev-els of learning!
ANDERSONCOUNTYBOARDOFEDUCATIONSandra L. Whitaker, Chair
Bobby Montgomery, Vice Chairman
Kim Shaw, SecretaryCammie Alexander, Treas.
Lee HahnSteve Higgins
Jeff Young
Kim ShawSuperintendent of Anderson
County Schools
Darlene Urban Director of Community & Adult
Education
NOTEFROMTHEDIRECTOR
We are always happy to hear your sug-gestions for community education class-es. Our spring classes were designed with your ideas and interests in mind. Register today and enjoy the spring class of your choice.
ACEADVISORYCOUNCIL
LaVerne BrumleyJeremy Couey
Donna EckmanSteve Ewalt
Whitney InnesJane RedmonMelissa MontsDebra Parrish
Robert RoquemoreJeffrey Sauer
Kim ShawHelen ShryockBobby Sparrow
Anthony StrattonPaul Vaughn, Jr.Margo Whisman
AYCCACECOUNCILMEMBERS
Cassie ClarkAshley Sandy
Brittany Van HookDustin Burley
