Encore Seniors Education Centre
LEARNING… PURE FUN! Daytime courses for seniors and adults.
DAYTIME COURSES FOR MATURE ADULTS & SENIORS… No exams… No grades!
“Encore” is an award-winning program that offers daytime academic classes for adults 50 and over at the Cornwall campus of St. Lawrence College. No educational prerequisites. Experienced, enthusiastic instructors. An enjoyable social, educational experience.
For more information, or to receive the detailed Spring 2010 Encore program booklet, please call Encore at 613-937-1525 or visit the Encore website at www.encoreseniors.ca (site will open in a new window).
TENTATIVE List of Classes for Fall 2010 (subject to changes)
WRITE IT NOW (My Life Story)-
The aim of this course is to present our life in writing as a treasure (a gift) for our children & grand-children. The course is for ordinary people who wish to write their stories to share with their descendants. Our aim is not to correct spelling and grammar. We merely want writers to tell and write their stories if they so wish. Join us for a ride and be prepared to share in a wonderful journey of writing. The group is there to encourage, and facilitate writing in a friendly atmosphere. Both new and returning participants welcome.
HOT TOPICS DISCUSSION
Interested in current events and their impact on everyday life? Looking for a chance to express your views on topical subjects? These sessions will provide an opportunity for organized discussion and exchange of ideas with others in your community. Topics will be chosen by the group based on current events.
MODERN PIRACY- Terrorism on the High Seas
When people talk about 'pirates', they consider them as the legends from the dark past of the Captain Kidds and Blackbeards; however, pirates still exist today. Modern piracy has become an important problem today as it has evolved into a form of terrorism on the high seas. Join us as we sail through the dangerous waters of modern piracy.
A "PLAY" COURSE FOR BRIDGE PLAYERS-
Supervised playing of pre-dealt hands followed by discussion and analyzing. We will use hands based on the Audrey Grant series of text books on playing techniques, defense, bidding and competing. We will also spend some time learning how to score each board and how to enter your match points. This will be a fun course with little theory and lots of playing. Note: participants should have some basic Bridge experience.
THE ENJOYMENT OF MUSIC with Dr. Scott Savage
“Come follow me into the realms of music. Here is the Gate”
Wandering Winds: Serenades in the Night: Meet Franz Schubert: Classical Marching: The Greatest Pianists: Concert Overtures: The World’s First Piano Concertos: Jean Sibelius, the voice of Finland: Opera for Everyone: Atonal or Twelve Tone Music
COMPUTERS #1
A basic computer course for complete novices. Learn basic terminology and familiarize yourself with the functions of the mouse & keyboard followed by an introduction to word processing, internet browsing and a demonstration of email. Prerequisite: none.
COMPUTERS #2
This follow-up course will provide a more in-depth look at the topics covered in “Computers #1” allowing participants to build on their previously acquired knowledge.
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SPREADSHEETS
Working with Excel 2007, this beginner’s course covers the basics of using an electronic spreadsheet. First, you will discover exactly what a “spreadsheet” is, how it works, and some of its many uses. Then, in hands-on exercises you will learn to enter text, numbers and simple formulas to create your own spreadsheet to help you manage your expenses and budget. Generating simple charts and printing your work will also be covered. Pre-requisite: basic computer knowledge.
NEW PARADIGM FORUM
David Rawnsley invites you to share in creating the new paradigm. We know that life is both solid and fluid, that science and spirit are reuniting, and that all things are possible in the new paradigm. Join others at different points of discovery as we explore quantum worlds and probability futures. If you think it all sounds a little “off the wall” then you are on the right track and you will likely enjoy the collective experience. Share your knowledge with the rest of the group as we all seek a greater understanding of the New Paradigm that we are living.
MYSTICS, FOOLS AND HEROES- wisdom to be found in western literature
From Homer, Holy Scripture and Plato, to Augustin, the Grail Legends, Cervantes, Descartes and beyond, this program emphasizes the fact that the great "Ideas" that impacted our culture were partly forged in the crucible of our great western literature and not only in the works of professional philosophers. We will focus on the marvelous and mystical elements of the Grail Legends as well as on the wisdom of fools, such as Cervantes’ "Don Quixote". If time permits we will enter the territory of logic and reason with René Descartes, the father of western rationalism. No prerequisites required.
DEPARTMENT OF MAD SCIENTISTS
There are ideas that are so radical that if they were to work the implications could be revolutionary. But they are so outlandish and unlikely to succeed that no one in their right mind would risk time and money to find out. BUT; there are organizations willing to let them try, and they quietly obtain funds and give the crazy ideas a chance. The return from the ones that work make it worth while to continue funding these organizations; indeed some of these mad ideas have changed our world, and will continue to do so..
ADVENTURES IN NEW ZEALAND
Elaine Kennedy spent last January and February touring New Zealand in a campervan. She will present her photos of the tour and stories about her adventures. The first week will be her choice of things to see and hear about. The second week's talk will be put together to answer the interests of the participants in the course.
SUDOKU -- ENTRY LEVEL
This course will introduce you to the basics of this popular game. If you like numbers and simple logic, this course is for you! You will learn easy techniques which will help you to solve Sudoku Puzzles of medium complexity most of the time. The course is structured around some lectures, many examples and hands-on puzzle solving.
SUDOKU -- ADVANCED LEVEL
This course builds on the methods introduced in the entry level course. It is intended for those of you who are or want to become “Sudoku Addicts”. You will learn more advanced techniques which will help you to solve the hard and “evil” puzzles most of the time.
FUNERAL PLANNING
Prepaying, and/or preplanning your funeral is about peace of mind and security for you and the loved ones you will leave behind. It facilitates the decisions that your loved ones must make, and eliminates assumptions that may, or may not meet with your wishes. This course is designed to help you plan your funeral and outlines the many considerations involved in that process.
FIVE PIN BOWLING
"5 Pin Bowling is the most popular of the Bowling Games, in Ontario. One of the reasons for its popularity is the reduced size and weight of the bowling ball. The pins are 75% smaller than the 10 pin game and the rules for counting the score differ from the traditional 10 pin format. This course will familiarize the participants with the 5 pin playing and scoring rules and there will be a session held at a local bowling alley for those interested in pursuing the activity. The course will also include some instruction on how the throw the ball down the alley and other skill enhancement suggestions."
POINT & SHOOT (DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY PART I)
A beginner’s course in digital photography will cover the following topics: Digital camera types, taking pictures, storing photos on the computer, photo editing, sharing photos with others, setting up slide shows, introduction to movies. Bring your camera and manual. Prerequisite: Basic computer file management skills.
PLAYING WITH PIXELS (DIGITAL PHOTORAPHY PART II)
This follow-up course will be a demonstration seminar that covers capturing better images with a camera or scanner and enhancing the same. Corel Photo-Paint 12 will be used but the techniques are available on other photo-editing programs depending on their sophistication. Prerequisite: Point & Shoot (listed above) or equivalent.
SOUND DISCRIMINATION
How to focus on a single sound by blotting out all other sounds when listening to music. The eye can focus on a single object among others. The ear cannot. It collects all sounds simultaneously. The brain can be trained to focus on one sound and ignore the others. During this session we shall listen to several short pieces of music several times over. Each time we shall try to focus on one particular instrument, phrase, rhythm etc. After this session, every time we listen to a favourite CD, it will not just be a repeat performance. Hopefully, we will hear things we had not noticed before.
SPENDING WINTER MONTHS IN EUROPE
Do you usually escape our Canadian Winter by heading South? Have you ever considered Europe as an alternative? Before deciding on Europe there are many things to consider including health insurance, setting up a home base, choice of accommodation, costs involved and things to have established at home before going away. David Smith will describe his experiences wintering in Spain and invite comparison from snowbirds who go to Florida"
BUYING A CONDO?
There are many advantages to the condominium lifestyle. This is especially so for seniors. However, there are many questions to be answered before making the commitment. Pitfalls and benefits; let’s take a look at them. Your program leader, Gary Brennan, has owned condos since 1980 and has been president of an Ottawa condominium since 1988.
SOCIAL NETWORKING AND GADGETS
An updated look at networking vehicles such as YouTube, Facebook, Twitter as well as an overview of gadgets including cell phones, iPods, Blackberrys and similar devices, Bluetooth technology and GPS systems.
VOYAGE OF THE SS MANHATTAN through the NW Passage
In 1969 the American super tanker S.S. Manhattan set sail for Alaska through the Northwest Passage. The intention was to prove the feasibility of transporting crude oil from Alaska to eastern refineries. Jean-Louis Rochette has travelled this same route aboard Canadian Coast Guard icebreakers and will share with you his extensive knowledge of the quest for the Northwest Passage and his insights into the historic voyage of the S.S. Manhattan.
TODAY’S TV TECHNOLOGY
As television technology continues to evolve, it is becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with the latest changes. Debunk the myths of industry buzzwords and learn about what really drives today’s flat-panel televisions (LED, LCD and plasma), and what separates them from their ancestral rear-projection and CRT kin. From 3D to HD to bluRay, make sure you know about the latest innovations, and how they can affect your next purchasing decision. Your questions welcome.
CORNWALL ANTIQUES
Cornwall and area crafts and trades people have made world class antiques for centuries. This 2 hour survey lecture will examine some of the highlights from furniture and samplers made by the Loyalists to the famous cobalt blue Flack and Van Arsdale crocks to Chalet Artistic Glass by using Cornwall Community Museum's collections as a reference.
OIL DISASTERS
The recent mess in the Gulf of Mexico is the latest serious oil disaster to hit the news. This session will examine the history of oil disasters, what caused them, how they were controlled; the problems they caused and how we and nature tried to recover- with varied degrees of success.
MYSTICISM AND ROMANTICISM IN POETRY
A blend of mysticism and romanticism in the poetry of England, Scotland, Ireland, Canada, and the USA. Included among the poets will be William Blake, Robbie Burns, William Butler Yeates, Emily Dickinson and Leonard Cohen.
FINDING AND UNDERSTANDING THE LAW YOU NEED
Have a legal problem? Wondering if you can solve it yourself, or want to have a basic understanding of some of the issues prior to consulting a lawyer? This seminar will teach you how to efficiently find the law you need amidst oceans of legal information. It will also teach you how to figure out what the law means, by cutting through the clutter to the core principles that are relevant to you. The goal is personal legal empowerment leading to overall legal wellness.
CURLING CLINIC- BEGINNER & REFRESHER
Curling is a wonderful and exciting winter sport. Now here’s a chance to get to try it for yourself! An introductory classroom session will be followed by three on-ice sessions covering basic delivery, sweeping, and strategy of the game. Instruction with Cue (stick)" can be provided for people with bad knees or sore backs. Both beginners and those looking for a refresher will benefit from this course
CHI KUNG- AWAKEN! ENERGIZE! and..... BREATHE!
Chi Kung is a series of simple, repetitive movements that strengthen the ligaments and circulate the 'chi' or energy in the meridians. Breathing is synchronised with these movements to increase its effectiveness. Simple Mindfulness Meditation will complete the class with an awareness experience.
PLUS . . .
OSTEOPOROSIS, AGING & EXERCISE
MUSIC & THE BRAIN
CAR MAINTENANCE
UPPER CANADA BIRD SANCTUARY
SCOTTISH BAKING
SHANGHAI THEN AND NOW
INTERNET SECURITY
GENETICS
SQUARE DANCING
MACINTOSH COMPUTERS- PART I
MACINTOSH COMPUTERS- PART II
THE LOST VILLAGES
HOME CARE FOR SENIORS
STORY OF THE SD&G HIGHLANDERS
OPTHALMOLOGY
INCOME TRUST GROUP!
For more information, call
Encore Seniors at 937-1525.
Visit the ESEC web site
at www.encoreseniors.ca
(site will open in a new window).
You can also keep up to date with Encore events by subscribing to
the Encore Net List
(details available at the above website).
 
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