Orchard View Community Education

ORCHARD VIEW COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Fall 2013

Vocational Course Opportunities Business & Industry Software Training Adult Enrichment Classes Senior Program Activities and more!

FALL
Inspiring you to learn; Encouraging you to play!

Orchard View Community Education Center 1765 Ada Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442 (231) 760-1350
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Quality programs for all ages.

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Fall 2013

A Message from our Directors!

Fall is fast approaching and with it comes the onset of autumn colors and aromas, the start of the new school year for area children, and so much more, signaling the familiar change of seasons. We at Community Education are also embracing change; our Business & Industry offices and training center have moved to the Community Education Center located at 1765 Ada Avenue in Muskegon to join the other CE programs. You will find this new catalog is a combination of opportunities for three main programs in OV Community EducationBusiness and Vocational training, Adult Enrichment classes, and the Senior Program activities. Browse through each one to find what tickles your fancy! In the business and vocational pages youll see that we continue to offer many of the same business software classes, as well as Certified Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide and the other medical classes which have been and continue to be key components of our trusted vocational training program. Employment in the health care field is booming and our experienced instructors can train you to be job ready in just a few weeks. The center pages are bursting with many Adult Enrichment classes from painting to pumpkins, snowmen to soap making, and so much more. Find a partner and join ballroom dance, or craft with your friends and family. So many things to get those creative juices flowing. Youll find some new classes, like Dog Therapy Training and American Sign Language, along with old favorites. If you have ideas for other classes or an interest in teaching a class please give us a call. Be sure to check out the pages of wonderful opportunities available for our seniors. The time-tested OV Senior Program is sure to have something to peak your interest. Come inside to enjoy an activity in the warmth Doug Wood, Director of Community Education of fellowship with other seniors as the days get cooler Brenn Fricano, Director of Business & Industry, outside! Vocational and Adult Enrichment Welcome to Orchard View Community Education! Joann Malinowski, Director of OV Senior Program

In This Issue

Business Software Classes Medical Skills/Vocational Training Adult Enrichment & Leisure OV Senior Program Activities
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Business Software Classes

All our Business Software courses are held in a classroom with a computer for each student Our instructors will introduce the concepts, show the techniques and provide practice activities to reinforce each of the concepts presented. Visit our website at www.orchardviewonline.com to see descriptions and a complete schedule, or give us a call to get more details about each class. If you need training quickly, and the class dates do not fit your schedule, contact us to arrange a customized class. Let us know if you would like training in Microsoft Office 2007 or 2010!
Level 3Advanced

ACCESS
Access is a powerful, yet easy-to-use, database management program, designed to provide an efficient system for storing large amounts of data. Level 1Introduction Spend some time getting familiar with the Access environment, working with the various tabs, commands, and features of the software. Begin developing a basic, yet useful database, including tables, queries, forms and reports. Level 2Intermediate Continue learning more about the capabilities of the relationship database. Develop more powerful queries, filters, forms and reports, and learn more about table and object design. Level 3Advanced Take your knowledge to the next level by building on your skills to create powerful, user-friendly databases. This level also includes an introduction to visual basic in Access, and the use of macros to customize and enhance your database program. Level Class ID 1 1 2 2 3 B13Acc1-3 B13Acc1-4 B13Acc2-3 B13Acc2-3 B13Acc3-2 Days T/Th M/W T/Th M/W M/W Dates Oct 15 & 17 Nov 25 & 27 Oct 29 & 31 Dec 9 & 11 Time 9-noon 9-noon 9-noon 9-noon Price $149 $149 $149 $149 $149

This level is great for the Excel power-user. Well discover a variety of data analysis tools to make your job easier including scenarios, solver, pivot tables and pivot charts. Well dig into linking, using more powerful functions, and get introduced to the idea of macros. ExcelCharting Do you need to develop easy-to-understand charts for your work, but don't have the time to take each of the Excel classes? This course may be just what you are looking for! You will learn to use all the great tools Excel has available to present your data professionally. Learn about the different types of charts and which is best suited to your data. Excel 2007 for Business This course is designed specifically for those who have a basic knowledge of Excel but need to do more in a work environment. Each of the four class sessions will move quickly through intermediate and into advanced techniques. Learn how to set up spreadsheets with formulas, use various formatting techniques, create charts. Continue to build your skills as we learn more powerful formulas and functions, how to manage large lists, combine worksheets and workbooks with linking formulas, and summarize data using various analyzing tools. We will use the text for Excel 2007, however, all the topics are completely suitable for Excel 2010 as well. Level Class ID 1 1 1 2 B13Exc1-3 B13Exc1-4 B13Exc1-5 B13Exc2-2 B13Exc3-2 Days T/Th M/W M/W T/Th M/W M/W M/W M/W T/Th M Dates Oct 1 & 3 Nov 4 & 6 Dec 9 & 11 Oct 8 & 10 Nov 11 & 13 Sep 23 & 25 Nov 11 & 13 Sep 9-Sep18 Oct 1-Oct 10 Time 9-noon 9-noon 1-4pm 1-4pm 9-noon 9-noon 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm Price $149 $149 $149 $149 $149 $149 $149 $297 $297 $297

Sep 30, Oct 2 1-4pm

EXCEL
Learning how to use Microsoft Excel will make all your work with spreadsheets so much easier. Level 1Introduction Navigating through the various tabs of the Ribbon can be daunting. Well spend time exploring the Excel interface so we can get up to speed quickly to create effective and efficient spreadsheets. Well learn basic concepts including formulas and functions, and several tools to make our job easier. Level 2Intermediate Learn a variety of saving techniques within the Excel window, more advanced formulas, functions, and auditing tools. Well learn how to use tables and database concepts, as well as research, themes, and showing data using a variety of graphic tools. 2 Call (231) 760-1350 for more information

Chart B13ExCh-1 Chart B13ExCh-2 Bus. Bus. Bus. B13ExcB-2 B13ExcB-3 B13ExcB-4

Dec 2-Dec 23 9-noon

Have you considered the idea of taking our classes to review or prepare yourself for testing out of college classes? Consider the time and cost savings to help you move quickly toward your degree. Our smaller class sizes offer lots of interaction, focusing on your specific needs.

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OUTLOOK
Managing our time is critical for any job and Outlook provides a number of tools to make time management easier. Well learn how to work with and organize our email, set appointments and schedule meetings with the calendar, manage our tasks and organize our contacts. Learn how to use notes and the journal, and control the amount of messages coming to your inbox. Call our office to arrange a custom class . 231-760-1960

PUBLISHER
Microsoft Publisher is a powerful, yet easy to use, desktop publishing program. We offer 3 levels of Publisher training: Level 1Introduction We will cover different features of the interface, give a brief overview of all the tabs in the ribbon, and discuss how to create new publications and use templates. We will also cover some more advanced text box customizations, give a brief introduction to Master Pages, and then discuss how to prepare a publication for printing. Level 2Intermediate This level will cover how to use the different save features; package and publish a file; use advanced formatting and custom schemes; and work with shapes, tables, WordArt, and images. The student will be able to create a new publication from scratch, add and format tables and images, and prepare the publication for transfer using an electronic format. Level 3Advanced This level will cover tools for making a publication consistent, ways to enhance existing fonts, and different types of Building Blocks. We will also cover mail, e-mail, and catalog merges; specialized tools such as the Graphics Manager and Design Checker; and terminology and tools used by commercial printers. Our goal is to create a consistent, correct, and attractive publication, from simple birthday invitations to multi-page product catalogs. Level Class ID 1 1 2 3 B13Publ1-2 B13Publ1-3 B13Publ2-1 B13Publ3-1 Days T/Th T/Th T/Th T/th Dates Sep 3 & 5 Nov 12 & 14 Oct 15 & 17 Nov 12 & 14 Time 1-4pm 1-4pm 9-noon 9-noon Price $149 $149 $149 $149

POWERPOINT
Level 1Introduction We will cover the various features of the interface, create simple presentations and the basics of formatting. By the end of the class, users should be comfortable creating their own professional looking presentations and presenting their slide show. Level 2Advanced This level is intended to help users understand some of PowerPoints more advanced features, such as customizing templates, handouts, and notes. Well also cover adding audio and video to a presentation; creating different types of masters and templates; reviewing a presentation; and creating advanced, custom, and shared shows. Level Class ID 1 1 2 2 2 B13PPt1-2 B13PPt1-3 B13PPt2-1 B13PPt2-2 B13PPt2-3 Days M/W T/Th Th T/Th M/W Dates
Sep 30 & Oct 2

Time 9-noon 9-noon 9-noon 9-noon 9-noon

Price $149 $149 $149 $149 $149

Dec 3 & 5 Sep 5 & 12 Oct 8 & 10 Dec 16 & 18

PROJECT
Microsoft Project is a leading project management program, designed for use on a PC. We offer two levels of Project as described below. We invite you to contact our office to arrange a custom class for Project. 231-760-1960 Level 1Introduction Well take the student through planning a project, setting up the tasks, assigning resources, and monitoring costs, deadlines and constraints. Level 2Advanced In this level we will add to the students knowledge of Project by learning to set baselines, update the project schedule, comparing progress to the baseline, report project information and much more. Level Class ID 1 1 1 2 3 Days Dates Sep 3 & 5 Oct 15 & 17 Dec 2 & 4 Nov 18 & 20 Nov 5 & 7 Time 9-noon 1-4pm 1-4pm 9-noon 1-4pm Price $149 $149 $149 $149 $149

WORD
Microsoft Word makes word processing a breeze on your laptop or PC with many easy-touse tools. We offer three levels of Microsoft Word. Introduction In this level we will cover different features of the interface, give a brief overview of all the tabs in the ribbon, and discuss printing and basic text formatting. By the end of the class, users should be comfortable creating, saving, and printing a new document, making it look professional and presentable. Intermediate Major topics include how to manage documents on your computer, working with templates, headers and footers, using the new Navigation Pane, and Mail Merge Wizard. Users will feel confident preparing more complex documents. Advanced This Advanced level is intended to help users who are already proficient with Word become more familiar with adding and manipulating various types of objects to their documents. This class will cover pictures, shapes, text boxes, WordArt, SmartArt, Building Blocks, Quick Parts, tables, and charts. (Schedule on the left.)

B13Word1-1 T/Th B13word1-2 T/Th

B13Word1-3 M/W B13Word2-2 M/W B13Word3-1 T/Th

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Medical Skills Training

Certified Nurse Aide / Home Health Care Aide
Become a Certified Nurse Aide or Home Health Aide and join the ranks of the growing and profitable health care industry! Employment opportunities have never been better for Nurse Aides and Home Health Aides. Since 1990, all Nurse Aides and Home Health Aides must complete an approved training program to be eligible for employment. Students completing this program will be eligible and qualified to take the State Nurse Aide Competency Exam and Home Health Care Exam. The Orchard View Community Education Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide course is an approved 200+ hour training program developed in cooperation with and endorsed by nursing home facilities and home health care agencies in the Muskegon area. It includes classroom lecture, laboratory work, and on-the-job clinical training in an area nursing home facility. Class ID B13CNADay-2 B13CNADay-3 B13CNADay-4 Dates Sep 16 to Oct 24, 2013 Oct 28 to Dec 5, 2013 Jan 6 to Feb 13, 2014 Daytime Time of Day Weekdays (usually) # of Weeks Tuition** Materials Subtotal Criminal Background Check Clinical Supplies 8:30am-4pm M-Th 6 $995.00 75.00 $1070.00 10.00 110.00 40.00 40.00 176.50 $1446.50

QUICKBOOKS 2013
Our QuickBooks course provides an introduction to the time-tested features of the #1 small business accounting software using hands-on practice. Students will learn about the type of information needed to track a business, and how to do so using reports, charts, and coordinating information with accountants Each student will receive an easy-to-use training manual with a CD of practice files, including a trial version of the software. Class ID B13QB-1 B13QB-2 B13QB-3 Days M/W T/Th M/W Dates Sep 16 & 18 Nov 19 & 21 Jan 6 & 8 Time 8-noon 8-noon 8-noon Price $217 $217 $217

COMPUTERS FOR GOLDEN AGERS

Are you 50+ and feeling a bit out of touch with the tech-savvy youth? Join us and become more comfortable with your computer. Throughout the 4weeks you will learn basic software skills using the word processor and spreadsheet programs. Explore the internet, set up an email account and merge information for labels or letters, in this fun computer class! It is helpful if you already know how to type. Class ID B13CGA-1 B13CGA-2 B13CGA-3 Days Dates M/W M/W M/W Sep 16 to Oct 9 Oct 28 to Nov 20 Jan 6 29, 2014 Time 1-2:45pm 1-2:45pm 1-2:45pm Price $62 $62 $62

The OPAC System

Basic Life Support training Home Health Care & Exam State of Michigan Cert. Exam TOTAL

Office Proficiency Assessment & Certification

Employers in todays world are finding it more important than ever to ensure all applicants have the basic skills needed to perform the tasks required of the position. We have a number of tests that candidates can take to help assess skill levels. Training is available to build the skills where additional development is needed. Employers find that testing with The OPAC System provides a valid method of determining which candidates have the required job skills and should be interviewed, saving time and money spent on unqualified candidates. The OPAC System is a computerized means of measuring skills needed in todays automated office. It minimizes staff time involved in student or employment testing by automatically administering and scoring the tests. From typing to database management, OPAC provides fast and reliable assessment for all your testing needs. OPAC instantly scores all tests to provide immediate feedback to the candidate. Call (231) 760-1960 for a complete list of tests available and economically pricing. 4 Call (231) 760-1350 for more information

Other Considerations for Certified Nurse Aide students:

Criminal background check ($10) must be completed in our office prior to enrollment. Two-step TB testing can be done at doctors office if tested at the Muskegon County Health Department the cost is about $17 for each test. Once class begins, other discounts may be available. Clinical Supplies refers to the required solid navy blue or solid white scrubs (no prints), and clean white tennis shoes needed by the 4th week of class. 50% of the tuition, plus materials, lab fees and textbooks must be paid at registration. The balance is due midway through the class (3 weeks). OR Go On-Line @ www.orchardviewonline.com

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Medical Skills Training

Medical Administrative Assistant
Become job ready for a career in the Medical Office!

Medical Coding/Billing

Target Tuesdays
Develop or enhance your skills by taking one or more of the following courses. All classes meet Tuesday evenings for 6 weeks, 5-9 pm. Start almost any week!
MEDICAL OFFICETERMINOLOGY
Learn the prefixes, suffixes, root words, and how to combine forms necessary in the medical profession. Work on word building, spelling, definition, and pronunciation of medical terms. Cost $147 tuition + $80 book = $227

Can you picture yourself working in a medical office? Enjoy meeting people and serving others? The medical industry is growing, especially here in West Michigan. After completing the Medical Coding and Billing course, you will open up doors to find employment as a medical receptionist, a medical coder, a claims processor, a unit coordinator, an administrative medical assistant and more. During the 20 weeks of evening training, you will learn and review concepts in medical terminology and pharmacology, claims processing, HIPAA laws and regulations, billing and coding, anatomy and physiology, and general medical office administration. Classroom lecture and hands-on training will be used.
Class ID B13MAA-1 B13MAA-2 Dates Sep 17, 2013 to Feb 12, 2014 Feb 18 to Jul 16, 2014 Evening Time of Day Weekdays (usually) # of Weeks Tuition** Materials TOTAL 5-9pm T-W 20 $1645.00 220.00 $1865.00

MEDICAL OFFICEPHARMACOLOGY
Introduction to the top two hundred prescription drugs list (based on more than 2.4 billion prescriptions). Learn the fundamentals of utilizing a Physicians Desk Reference (PDR) to extract pertinent information on drug usage/ dosage/contraindications. Cost $147 tuition + $8 book = $156

MEDICAL OFFICECODING
Learn how to use the CPT manual and the ICD-9-CM to find medical codes for any disease, condition, treatment, or surgical procedure. Prereq: Keyboarding, Basic understanding of PC, Medical Terminology, Pharmacology. Cost $197

MEDICAL OFFICECLAIMS PROCESSING

Basic knowledge and understanding of the medical insurance billing process, familiarity with insurance billing forms, rules and regulations on filing claims. Introduction to different types of insurance. Prereq: Keyboarding, Medical Terminology, Pharmacology, Medical Coding (required for Coders and Billers). Cost $147 tuition + $88 book = $235

MEDICAL OFFICETRANSCRIPTION
Learn a working knowledge of the transcription of medical reports. Prereq: Typing speed minimum 50 words per minute, basic understanding of PC, Word, Medical Terminology and Pharmacology. Cost $197.

Vocational Training may be free to those who qualify. Call 231-760-1350 for more information!

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Adult Enrichment
ARTS
Enjoy a season of crafting with a wide variety of activities to keep your creative juices flowing! Most of the classes shown here are in order by date, so mark your calendar now to save the dates and call to register early!

CREATIVE CRAFTS
Pumpkin Topiary
Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. Start off the Fall season with this indoor/ outdoor Pumpkin Topiary. Watch for the Gingerbread and Snowman topiaries, too! All materials included in price. Class ID E13PumpTop-1 E13PumpTop-2 Days Wed Wed Dates Sep 25 Sep 25 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $14 $14

Wet-on-Wet Painting
Location: OVCEC Instructor: Pauline Stitt. No experience or talent required! Paint a complete professional oil painting in one night! Learn how to paint the Wet-on-Wet method popularized by Bob Ross and other television artists. Our experienced instructor will lead you step-by-step through this technique that makes it easy and fun to create your own masterpiece in one evening! Oil paints, canvas, and easel will be provided. Students will need to supply their own brushes or they can be purchased from the instructor on the night of class. No matter what your age, this class can help you discover your creativity. Wear old clothing. Samples of the finished projects are on display in the Community Education office. Brushes for all classes are 1 fan, small round, and liner. There is Dec 3 a $25 non-refundable material fee for cancellations made within 48 hours of class. (Materials may be picked up in the OVCEC office.) Class ID 13Paint-AutumnScene 13Paint-Floral 13Paint-WinterSunset 13Paint-FirstSnow Day Tue Tue Tue Tue Dates Sep10 Oct 8 Nov 5 Dec 3 Time 6:00-9:00pm 6:00-9:00pm 6:00-9:00pm 6:00-9:00pm Price $40 $40 $40 $40 Sep 10

Bowling Pin Scarecrow

Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. Create a Happy Scarecrow out of a bowling pin . Easy to paint, and all materials are included . Class ID E13BPScare-1 E13BPScare-2 Nov 5 Days Wed Wed Dates Oct 2 Oct 2 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $12 $12

Oct 8

Capiz Shell Faux Chandelier

Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. Please bring along a 1 1/2 round hole punch. Takes a little time, but looks beautiful and is easy to make! Class ID E13Capiz-1 E13Capiz-2 Days Mon/Wed Mon/Wed Dates Time Oct 7&9 1:00-4:00pm Oct 7&9 6:00-9:00pm Price $17 $17

Beginning Photography
Location: Room 12, OVCEC Instructor: Jim Beebe. Improve your holiday and vacation photos! This beginning class provides an introduction to the basics of digital photography including shutter priority, when to use a flash, memory cards, lenses, and camera accessories. We discuss close up shots, nature shots, sporting events and more. You will learn to email and retouch photos using Picasa, a free photo editing program. You will need to bring a camera with interchangeable lenses to class. Instructor Jim Beebe is a professional photographer and has taught photography for over 10 years. Class ID E13Photo1-1 6 Days Tue Dates Time Sep 10- 6:00-8:00pm Oct 1 Price $49

Fun Paver Painting for Halloween

Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. We will make a Pumpkin, Cat, Witch and Ghost out of concrete pavers for inside or outside Halloween decorating. Easy. All materials included in price. Class ID E13HPaver-1 E13HPaver-2 Days Wed Wed Dates Oct 16 Oct 16 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $14 $14

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Window Hummingbird Feeder
Location: OVCEC Instructor: Peggy Tazalaar. Get up and personal with this easy-to-make beaded Hummingbird window feeder. All materials included in price. Class ID E13HumBird-1 Days Thu Dates Oct 17 Time 6:00-8:00pm Price $18

Putting Your Garden to Sleep for the Winter

Location: Room 12, OVCEC Instructor: Peggy Tazalaar, Master Gardener. Learn how and when to prune, best bulbs to plant for a beautiful spring show of color, composting techniques for busy people, and so much more as you prepare your garden for winter. Class ID E13Garden-1 Days Thu Dates Nov 7 Time 6:00-8:00pm Price $18

Natural Corn Husk Wreath

Location: OVCEC Instructor: Sue Skodack Welcome fall with this beautiful rustic decoration. All materials included in price. Class ID E13CornW-1 Days Thu Dates Oct 17 Time 6:00-8:00pm Price $17

Photo Keepsake Pot

Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. Turn copies of your favorite photos into a great gift for someone special. You bring the photos, spool of favorite ribbon (or use whatever we have available), and we will supply everything else. Class ID E13PhotoPot-1 E13PhotoPot-2 Days Wed Wed Dates Nov 13 Nov 13 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $12 $12

Fabric Basket
Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. Solve your storage needs with these easy to make fabric baskets. Bring 3/4 yard each of two companion fabrics. Class ID E13FabBasket-1 E13FabBasket-2 Days Wed Wed Dates Oct 23 Oct 23 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $14 $14

Mystery ClassFall Fun!

Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. We arent going to tell you what you will be making, but it will enlighten your creativity! All materials included in price. Class ID E13Mystery-1 E13Mystery-2 Days Thu Thu Dates Nov 14 Nov 14 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $12 $12

Fabric Flowers
Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. Fabric flowers are everywhere. We will show you how to make five different types. All materials included in price (or bring your own favorite fabrics). Class ID E13FabFlowers-1 E13FabFlowers-2 Days Wed Wed Dates Oct 30 Oct 30 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $14 $14

Jeans Apron
Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. Way cool use for old jeanseasy! Bring 1 old pair of adult jeans and 1 yard of cotton fabric. Class ID E13JeanAp-1 E13JeanAp-2 Days Wed Wed Dates Nov 20 Nov 20 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $12 $12

Darnit Doll
Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. This is a great stress reliever for you and your friends! All materials included in price. Class ID E13DaDoll-1 E13DaDoll-2 Days Wed Wed Dates Nov 6 Nov 6 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $14 $14

Happiness is not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement, in the thrill of the creative effort.

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CREATIVE CRAFTS (continued)
Childs BlueJean Christmas Stocking
Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. This is a great gift for that special child in your life. Bring an old pair of child-sized jeans. We will provide all other materials.

Christmas Ornaments
Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. All materials included in price. Class ID E13ChrisOrn-1 E13ChrisOrn-2 Days Wed Wed Dates Dec 4 Dec 4 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $14 $14

Class ID E13ChildSock-1 E13ChildSock-2

Days Wed Wed

Dates Dec 18 Dec 18

Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm

Price $12 $12

Last Minute Christmas Gifts (Mystery Class)

Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. Dont panic if you need a last minute gift! We will show you three great gifts that will impress the pickiest person you know. All materials included in price. Class ID E13LastMyst-1 Days Thu Dates Dec 19 Time 6:30-8:30pm Price $12

Gingerbread Man Topiary

Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. Remember the pumpkin topiary we created in September? This is a fun topper for the same base, just in time for Christmas! Add $5 to the cost shown here if you need the base (just in case you missed the September class).

Snowman Topiary
Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. Price $9 $9 Dont put the decorations away just yet!! Heres a chance to create a new topper for the topiary base we made this past fall. This one will brighten your home during those cold winter months! If you dont have the base yet, add $5 to the price shown below. Class ID E13SnoManTop-1 E13SnoManTop-2 Days Mon Mon Dates Jan 6 Jan 6 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $9 $9

Class ID E13GinManTop-1 E13GinManTop-2

Days Thu Thu

Dates Dec 5 Dec 5

Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm

Christmas Centerpieces
Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Trude Bushaw. Bring your choice of greenery, flowers & ribbons and we will provide glassware, swags, wreaths to make your centerpieces stand out beautifully! Class ID E13ChrisCent-1 Days Wed Dates Dec 11 Time 6:00-8:00pm Price $12

Woven Ribbon Wine Bag

Location: Room 14, OVCEC Instructor: Brenn Fricano. Make several of these elegant bags. Add a bottle of wine and you have a lovely and quick hostess gift! All materials included in price. Class ID E13RibWine-1 E13RibWine-2 8 Days Thu Thu Dates Dec 12 Dec 12 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Price $14 $14

All classes are held at the Orchard View Community Education Center (OVCEC) in Room 14 unless noted otherwise in description. Orchard View Community Education Center 1765 Ada Avenue Muskegon, MI 49442.
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AND MORE
Line Dancing
Location: OVCEC Instructor: Wellness Specialist, Marna Kaijala Two major goals: Fun & Fitness!! Excellent workout for body and brain, strengthening the heart and building concentration. Six weeks. Class ID 13LineDance-1 13LineDance-2 Days Mon Mon Dates Sep 16-Oct 21 Oct 28-Dec 2 Time Price 5-5:45pm $29 5-5:45pm $29

Orchard View is Going to the Dogs

(But in a good way!)
A therapy dog is trained to provide affection and comfort to people in hospitals, retirement homes, homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas and many other settings. Join us for this 1-hr informational session and learn about canine-assisted pet therapy with local dog obedience trainer (and Paws with a Cause volunteer) Cindy Holmes and K-9 Care crew facilitator Kim Wood. (Please do not bring your dog to this session.) Location: Conference Room, OVCEC Class ID E13DTInfo-1 Days Mon Dates Sep 9 Time 6:30-7:30pm Price Free

Tai Chi (Chuan)

Location: OVCEC Instructor: Wellness Specialist, Marna Kaijala Tai Chi is fast becoming the best class for overall health benefits, especially for adults. The slow movements in each form are derived from nature and significantly reduce stress and tension. Six weeks. Class ID 13TaiChi-1 13TaiChi-2 Days Mon Mon Dates Sep 16-Oct 21 Oct 28-Dec 2 Time Price 6-6:45pm $29 6-6:45pm $29

Therapy Dog Training

Location: OVCEC Instructors: Cindy Holmes and Kim Wood Therapy dogs come in all sizes, ages, and breeds. The most important characteristic of a therapy dog is its temperament. A suitable therapy dog MUST be friendly, patient, confident, gentle, and at east in unfamiliar situations. They must enjoy human contact and being petted and handled by unfamiliar children and adults. If this sounds like your dog, come join us for this 7-week class focusing on canine-assisted pet therapy. Our class is designed to prepare you and your dog for this rewarding volunteer opportunity! Dogs need proof of vaccinations, possess basic obedience skills and be comfortable around other dogs. Class ID E13DogTher-1 Days Mon Dates Sep16Oct 28 Time 7:30-8:30pm Price $65

Sx3 (Strength, Stretch and Step-It-Up)

Location: OVCEC Instructor: Wellness Specialist, Marna Kaija In order to improve our bodies as we age, we need to focus on three thingsstrength training, stretching and aerobics. This class focuses on bringing all three together, allowing 15 minutes for each to get you started on the road to a healthier and better lifestyle. Class ID 13Sx3-1 Days Mon Dates Sep 16-Oct 21 Time Price 7-7:45pm $29

Dog Obedience
Location: OVCEC Instructor: Cindy Holmes Mans Best Friend will experience socialization with other dogs, people, and distracting activities. Using the positive reinforcement method of training, dogs and puppies will learn to sit, get down, stay, come, leave it, take it, wait, eye contact and loose-leash walking. Proof of vaccination for first night is required. 6 weeks. Class ID E13DogOb-1 E13DogOb-2 Days Mon Mon Dates Time Sep 16- 6:30-7:30pm Oct 21 Oct 28- 6:30-7:30pm Dec 2 Price $55 $55

Ballroom Dancing
Location: OVCEC Instructor: Larry & Carol Guyer We are partnering with local dance experts Larry and Carol Guyer to have fun and learn the basic steps in East Coast Swing, Fox Trot, Waltz and Rumba. Join us for classes this fall! No experience necessary. Wear comfortable shoes with smooth soles. Please be sure to register with a partner. Price is per couple for the 7 week course. Class ID Days Dates Time Price E13BRDance-1 Wed Sep 18-Oct 30 7:00-8:15pm $119

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AND STILL MORE GREAT CLASSES
Glycerin Soap Make & Take Classes
During these two-hour classes, the participants will learn about making their own glycerin soaps using a variety of ingredients readily available. Participants will need to pay a $3 material fee to the instructor at the class time (not included in class price shown below). The instructor will have materials available for purchase to make additional soaps.

American Sign Language

Location: OVCEC Instructors: Nancy and Mark Harrison. This 8-week class will provide students with an introduction to the fundamental principals of ASL including: vocabulary, sentence structure, grammar, fingerspelling, facial expressions, and spatial awareness. Culture of the deaf community will also be discussed. Instructors Bio: Nancy Harrison has several years experience teaching ASL in a community education setting. Mark Harrison currently teaches ASL for Baker College. Class ID E13ASL-1 E13ASL-2 Days Thu Thu Dates Sep 26-Nov 14 Sep 26-Nov 14 Time 1:00-3:00pm 5:00-7:00pm Price $68 $68

Botanical Glycerin Soap Making

Location: OVCEC Instructor: Kim Marie Wood, Ladybug Botanicals Learn how to make glycerin soaps using a variety of botanical ingredients including marigold, parsley, rosemary, fennel and more. Class ID E13BotSoap-1 E13BotSoap-2 Days Tue Tue Dates Oct 8 Oct 8 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:00-8:00pm Price $15 $15 People are definitely a companys greatest asset. It doesnt make any difference whether the product is cars or cosmetics. A company is only as good as the people it keeps. (Mary Kay Ash, founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics). Your people, your associates, are your most valuable asset, and keeping them moving forward in their skills will help your company to move forward.

Fall Aromas Soap Making

Location: OVCEC Instructor: Kim Marie Wood, Ladybug Botanicals During this class you will learn how to make glycerin soaps using a variety of spices and other natural ingredients including oatmeal, dried fruit and more. Class ID E13FallSoap-1 E13FallSoap-2 Days Tue Tue Dates Nov 5 Nov 5 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:00-8:00pm Price $15 $15

Business Soft Skills Development

In addition to the many software classes offered through Business & Industry, we also have available a wide variety of soft skills development workshops. Give your staff the edge as they build personal characteristics that cannot be measured with simple skills tests. Equip them with the team-building or supervisory expertise they need to flourish and grow in their position. A variety of workshops are available in each of the following categories:

Holiday Glycerin Soap Making

Location: OVCEC Instructor: Kim Marie Wood, Ladybug Botanicals These soaps would be perfect for holiday gift-giving or hostess gifts! Learn how to make glycerin soaps using essential oils and imbedding techniques. Class ID E13XmasSoap-1 E13XmasSoap-2 Days Tue Tue Dates Dec 3 Dec 3 Time 1:30-3:30pm 6:00-8:00pm Price $15 $15

Visit the registration website at www.orchardviewonline.com to see a complete schedule and even more class opportunities!

Communication/Public Speaking Customer Service Finance & Budgeting Human Resource & Development Neuro Linguistic ProgrammingNLP Project Management & Scheduling Safety Sales & Marketing Shaping Your Future Skills for Supervision & Leadership Solving the Deeper Problems Stress Management Training the Trainer TransitionsChange Management Negotiation Skills Working Together with Teams Writing & Research and more!

Call 231-760-1963 to request a catalog or get more information about the individual workshops available. We would love the opportunity to prepare a quote for one or more of these workshops and help you move your company forward! OR Go On-Line @ www.orchardviewonline.com

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Orchard View Senior Program

Hello! We always strive to offer a variety of quality programs and activities at the lowest possible cost to you. Due to rising operating costs, you will notice a slight increase in some class and activity fees. We truly value your continued participation and support, and welcome all area seniors into our center.
- Joann

ARTS & CRAFTS BAZAAR

The annual Arts and Crafts Bazaar will be held on Saturday, November 16 from 9:00am to 3:00pm at Orchard View High School, which is located at 16 N. Quarterline Road. The fee for a space is $30.00. Anyone interested in participating as a vendor should contact the Senior Program office at 7601493.

DOMINOES
Keep your mind active while having a great time! Never played before? No problem everyone is welcome. Days Thursdays Time 1:00pm Fee $1.00 per person

BINGO
Join in the fun and play bingo with us, as your schedule allows! No reservations are necessary. Please note: No Bingo will be held on September 2 or November 29. Days Mondays & Fridays Time 12:00-3:00pm Fee $.25 per card & $1 per person

DRAWING CLASS
This class will cover the basic elements of drawing including perspective, composition and much more. We will be using still life arrangements as well as working from models. Bring 11x14 (or larger) spiral drawing pad. Instructor: Pauline Stitt. Days/Start Date Thursdays, Sep 12 Time 9-10:30am Fee $366 wk session

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

Each month a book is chosen to be read. Group discussion follows. Open to all adults. Days 3rd Tuesday of month Time 10:45am Fee Free

EUCHRE PLAYERS
Youre invited to join our Euchre group. Get together with friends and have a great time! Days Wednesdays Time 1:00pm Fee $1.00 per person

FOOD TRUCK
A food truck will visit our senior center on Monday, November 11, 2013 at 4:00pm. This is an opportunity to receive a variety of food items at no charge for those in need. Call 760-1493 for more information. This event is sponsored by Sanctuary at the Park through the Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank.

BOWLING
Join us at Northway Lanes for a great time of bowling! Shoes and coffee are included in your game fee. No reservations needed. Days Wednesdays Location Northway Lanes Time 1:00pm Fee $5.75 for 3 games

FLU SHOT CLINIC

Visiting Nurses will sponsor our annual flu shot clinic. Medicare and other insurances will be billed for those who qualify. Date Wednesday, Oct 2 Time 1:00-3:00pm Fee $30

BRIDGE CLUB
Join us on Tuesdays for an afternoon of playing bridge and socializing. Days Tuesdays Time 12:45pm Fee $1.00 per person

COMPUTERS FOR GOLDEN AGERS

Do you have a computer and wonder what to do with it? Look for the class description and schedule on page 4 of this brochure, or visit the website shown at the bottom of this page. Class meets twice a week for 4 weeks.

All classes are held at the Community Education building at 1765 Ada Avenue unless otherwise noted. Orchard View schools extends equal opportunity to all regardless of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status or hardship. Orchard View Schools believes all individuals should have the opportunity to participate in its activities or events. The Senior Program is self-funded so in some circumstances Senior Program participants are required to pay tuition/fees should additional staff and/or materials be required to meet the needs of the senior. 11

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GATHER TOGETHER DINNERS
Dinner at 6:00pm followed with dancing at 6:45pm. Held at Orchard View Middle School. Doors open at 5:00pm. Please bring your own table service. You must call 7601493 by noon the Friday before each dinner to make your reservation! To cancel, please call 760-1493. Date Sep 9, 2013 Sep 23, 2013 Oct 14, 2013 Oct 28, 2013 Nov 11, 2013 Entertainment The Silvertones Classic Country Cats Silverado Classic Country Cats The Silvertones Fee $7 per person $7 per person $7 per person $7 per person $7 per person

WATER EXERCISE
A great workout without putting strain on your body. Have fun while you keep fit. Instructor: Nancy Kalfsbeek. Location: Eglecraft Days/ Start Date Mon/Thu, Sep 9 Times Fee

1:00pm or 2:00pm $458 wk session

WII BOWLING
Join us and have a great time bowling without a ball!! No bowling balls or shoes needed. Days Time 10:00am-noon Fee $1.00 per session

MELODEARS
You are invited to join our chorus, the Melodears. Laugh and sing and have a great time! Men and women are both welcome. Call 760-1493 for more information. NOTE: For the month of September we will meet on the first Tuesday. Days First Monday of the month Time 4:00pm Fee No charge

Fridays

WOODCARVING CLUB
A piece of wood, a little time, and this class can get you started making beautiful wood sculptures. If you are already working on a project, please bring it to the first class. All levels of ability including beginners welcome! Our more experienced woodcarvers will help you learn basic techniques. Days Thursdays Time 1:00-4:00pm Fee $1.00 per session

OIL PAINTING
Discover the world of oil painting. For the beginner, step-by-step instruction in the use of brushes, mixing colors, value and composition. The advance student can discover new ways to enhance their painting with unusual effects. Each class has a lecture and demonstration with the remaining time devoted to open painting. Instructor: Pauline Stitt. * Supply list available; please call 760-1493. Days/ Start Date Time Fee

YOGAGENTLE
Learn simple posture and stretches, working with balance and breathing. All postures are done on the floor using mats. (Mats are provided or you can bring your own.) Instructor: Jane Donnelly Days/Start Date Wednesdays, Sep 11 Time 10:00-11:00am Fee $456 wk session

Thursdays, Sep 12 10:30am-12:30pm $486 wk session

SILVER FIT
This class includes some low-impact aerobics combined with strength training using light hand-held weights and resistance bands. Please provide your own hand-held weights. Resistance bands will be provided. Bring towel and water. Wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes. Instructor: Becky Moll. Days/ Start Date Time Fee $456 wk session

ZUMBA GOLD & TONING

Zumba Gold & Toning combines Latin rhythm and dance with easy to follow, slower movements followed by light toning exercises using hand weights. Please provide your own hand weights. Bring towel and water, and wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes. Instructor: Becky Moll. Days/Start Date Tuesdays, Sep 10 Time 1:00-2:00pm Fee $456 wk session

Thursdays, Sep 12 1:00-2:00pm

WATER COLOR
Step-by-step instruction to create a beautiful landscape, water scene, still life or decorative painting of your choice from start to finish. Using not only the classical painting techniques, but incorporating into the class the dry-brush technique, the splatter technique and even the wet-on-wet technique to accomplish an even more unusual effect according to personal preference. Instructor: Helga Radu. Days/ Start Date Tuesdays, Oct 1 12 Time 10:30am-noon Fee $366 wk session We continue to save labels from Campbell products and UPC symbols from Spartan products. We are also saving pull tabs from pop cans. You may turn them in at any senior program function or at the Community Education Center. SPORTS PASSES: Senior citizens ages 60 and over who live in the Orchard View School district can get free passes to Orchard View sporting events. Call 760-1493 for more details. OR Go On-Line @ www.orchardviewonline.com

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Orchard View Community Education Center 231-760-1364 Attention: Tracy 1765 Ada Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49442

Orchard View Community Education Registration Form

Mail To:

Date:__________________________Time:__________________________ # Pages:______ From Fax Number:________________________________________________ Name:_____________________________________________________________________ Home Address:______________________________________________________________ City:_________________________________________________ Zip:__________________ Home Phone:__________________________ Work Phone:__________________________ Company Name:_____________________________________________________________ Company Address:___________________________________________________________ Invoice Company? _____Yes _____No

Please complete the following information for the class for which you are registering: Class Name:_____________________________________ Class Code:_________________ Date(s):___________________________Time:________________Cost: $_______________

NOTE: Additional information may be required for vocational classes at the time of registration. Payment is due prior to first class session.

How to Register:

ONLINE: WALK IN: TELEPHONE: BY MAIL: BY FAX: PAYMENT:
Visit us at www.orchardviewonline.com (Credit card payment required). Orchard View Community Education Center office, located at 1765 Ada Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49442, 8:00 am6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call (231) 760-1350 to register over the phone. Complete the registration form, enclose your completed check made payable to Orchard View Community Education, and mail to the address indicated. Complete the registration form and fax to the number shown on top of this form. VISA, MASTERCARD and DISCOVER are all accepted as forms of payment, along with personal checks, money orders, and cash. Payments are due one week before the class begins. Please understand that your spot in the class is not secure unless payment has been received. Orchard View Community Education cancellations (i.e., low enrollment): We will contact the students and make further arrangements. We usually make a determination about 1 week prior, whether the class will run as scheduled or if other arrangements need to be made. Student cancellations: We must be notified at least 48 hours prior to class start time. The student may get a refund (minus a $5.00 processing fee). No cash refunds will be given for cancellations less than 48 hours prior to class start time. No refunds will be issued for materials, supplies or book fees.

REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS:

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Programs and Services Guide

Doug Wood
Doug.Wood@orchardview.org 760-1353

Community Education Director Stephanie Larson

Stephanie.Larson@orchardview.org 760-1365

Brenn Fricano
Brenn.Fricano@orchardview.org

760-1963

Adult High School Completion Adult Basic Education ESL-English as a Second Language GED General Education Development Joann Malinowski
Joann.Malinowski@orchardview.org 760-1493

Business & Industry/Computer Vocational Training Adult Enrichment & Leisure Brandy Dahl
Brandy.Dahl@orchardview.org 760-1487

Child Care & Youth Enrichment Jane Holter

760-1376 Jane.Holter@orchardview.org 760-1778

Senior Citizen Program Corinna ONeal

Corinna.ONeal@orchardview.org

Licensed Preschool Head Start

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Orchard View Travelers

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