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Community Education

KIDS CLASSES

Pre– Engineering

Sports

Music

ADULT CLASSES

MUSIC

DANCE, HEALTH & EXERCISE

ARTS & HOBBIES

BUSINESS & COMPUTERS

Fall 2016 Course Catalog

New Braunfels ISD Community Education Classes Fall 2016

KID’S PRE-ENGINEERING

ROBOTICS FOR KIDS! 16FA-856 Robotics for Kids! is a fully immersive STEM program focused on LEGO Ro-botics and Pre-Engineering for elementary school students grades K-5. Each session will be 1.5 hours, and there will be 12 sessions per semester. All equipment is provided. Cost will be $12.50 per session for grades K-3 / $15 per session grades 4-5. Payment will be made directly to KidTech Ro-botics by check or by credit card at www.KidTechRobotics.com by clicking the Pay/Enroll Now link.

Place: Carl Schurz Elem.

Time: 3:20-4:50PM

Instructor: Johnny Vargas

Cost: $12.50 per session grades K-3

$15 per session grades 4-5

ROBOTICS FOR KIDS! 16FA-857 Robotics for Kids! is a fully immersive STEM program focused on LEGO Ro-botics and Pre-Engineering for elementary school students grades K-5. Each session will be 1.5 hours, and there will be 12 sessions per semester. All equipment is provided. Cost will be $12.50 per session for grades K-3 / $15 per session grades 4-5. Payment will be made directly to KidTech Ro-botics by check or by credit card at www.KidTechRobotics.com by clicking the Pay/Enroll Now link.

Place: County Line Elem.

Time: 3:00-4:30PM




ROBOTICS FOR KIDS! 16FA-858 Robotics for Kids! is a fully immersive STEM program focused on LEGO Ro-botics and Pre-Engineering for elementary school students grades K-5. Each session will be 1.5 hours, and there will be 12 sessions per semester. All equipment is provided. Cost will be $12.50 per session for grades K-3 / $15 per session grades 4-5. Payment will be made directly to KidTech Robotics by check or by credit card at www.KidTechRobotics.com by clicking the Pay/Enroll Now link.

Place: Lamar Elem.

Time: 3:10-4:40PM




NBISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION—FALL CLASSES 2016

KID’S PRE– ENGINEERING

NBISD Community Education * 430 W Mill St, New Braunfels , 78130 * Jennifer Vasquez, Community Education Administrative Assistant * 830-643-5729

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Kids—SPORTS

BASKETBALL - TEAMS OF TOMORROW 2nd – 5th

16FA-411 Basic TOT is a challenging basketball ball handling and dribbling program for 2nd – 5th grade students. Stu-dents learn skills and routines, and perform at a High School basketball game during halftime at the end of the 12-week class. They also participate in our TOT tournament on the last class day! There is no sitting on the bench in TOT, but 100% participation as every child has a basketball and actively participates every minute of the class! Students pay a one-time supply fee of $35, which provides them with a TOT basket-ball, t-shirt, tournament medal and pins. Date: Sept. 7 – Dec. 7 / Wed. / 12 classes (No class on Oct. 26 due to early release)

Place: Lamar Elem.

Time: 3:00-3:45PM

Instructor: Anne Marie Berger

Cost: $140

Supply Fee: An additional $35 fee is payable to instructor on the first day of class.

GYMNASTICS – GIRLS ALL AROUND: Ages 5 - 7 16FA-412 This 55 minute class will work on vault, bars, beam, floor, trampoline, and pit. For more information call (830) 606-0375. Date: Oct. 6 – Oct. 27 / Thurs. / 4 classes Time: 7:30 – 8:25 PM Place: J&R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut Instructor: J&R Staff Cost: $74

CHEER /FLIP FLOP for Girls Ages 5 - 7 16FA-421 This 55 minute class will work on cheers, chants, jumps, and basic tumbling. For more information call J&R Gymnastics at (830) 606-0375. Date: Oct. 8 – Oct. 29 / Sat. / 4 classes Time: 11:00 – 11:55 AM Place: J & R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut Instructor: J&R Staff Cost: $74 TUMBLING - Boys & Girls: Ages 8 and Older 16FA–422 This 55 minute class will work on basic tumbling on floor, tram-poline and pit, working on cartwheels, bridges, and back hand-springs. For more information, call J&R Gymnastics at (830) 606-0375. Date: Oct. 8 – Oct. 29 / Sat. / 4 classes Time: 11:00 – 11:55 AM Place: J & R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut Instructor: J&R Staff Cost: $74

NEWK’S KANGAROO TENNIS K-5th 16FA-414 A Newcombe tennis experience includes a great, safe

and social environment for students to enjoy learning

tennis and lifelong athletic skills. The Newcombe

coaches are experts at adapting to the students in order

to challenge each level and age group within each class.

This is designed to be a low cost way to bring tennis to

the community! Please wear comfortable clothes and

sports shoes. We can supply racquets and everything

else! We can't wait to have fun & teach the community

the passion of the game!

Place: Lamar Elem. – Playground

16FA-414.01: Sept. 13 – Oct. 11 / Tues. / 5 classes

16FA-414.02: Oct. 25 – Nov. 29 / Tues. / 5 classes

Time: 3:15 – 4:15 PM

Place: Carl Schurz Elem. - Playground

16FA-414.03: Sept. 14 – Oct. 12 / Wed. / 5 classes

16FA-414.04: Oct. 26 – Nov. 30 / Wed. / 5 classes

Time: 3:15 – 4:15 PM

Place: Seele Elem. - Playground

16FA-414.05: Sept. 15 – Oct. 13 / Thurs. / 5 classes

16FA-414.06: Oct. 27 – Dec. 1 / Thurs. / 5 classes

Time: 3:00- 4:00 PM

Place: Lone Star Elem. - Playground

16FA-414.07: Sept. 16 – Oct. 21 / Fri. / 5 classes

16FA-414.08: Oct. 28 – Dec. 2 / Fri. / 5 classes

(No class on Friday, Sept. 23 – Fair Day)

Time: 3:15 – 4:15 PM

(No classes over Thanksgiving Holiday week)

Instructor: Newcombe’s Pro Staff

Cost: $55 per each 5 week session


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TGA PREMIER JUNIOR GOLF K-5th 16FA-415 Fun comes first in every TGA class, but our curriculum also focuses on instilling self-confidence and life val-ues through professional golf instruction. Students will learn the fundamentals, etiquette and rules of the game in the comfortable environment of their school campus with a low 8:1 student to professional instruc-tor ratio. We will provide all the equipment and training materi-als so children of all skill levels have the chance to come out and tee up with TGA! These classes are taught by TGA Premier Junior Golf staff. Place: Carl Schurz Elem. - Playground

Session 1: Oct. 3 – Oct. 31 / Mon. / 5 classes

Time: 3:10 - 4:10 PM

Place: Memorial Elem. - Playground

Session 2: Oct. 4 – Nov. 1 / Tues. / 5 classes

Time: 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Place: Seele Elem. - Playground

Session 3: Oct. 5 – Nov. 9 / Wed. / 5 classes

Time: 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Place: Walnut Springs Elem. - Playground

Session 4: Oct. 6 – Nov. 10 / Thurs. / 5 classes

Time: 3:10 - 4:10 PM

Instructor: TGA Premier Junior Golf Staff Cost: $104

BATON TWIRLING Ages 5-17

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Baton twirling is a beautiful sport which teaches children to perform using their body while utilizing a baton. Twirling will broaden motor skills, concentration skills, hand-eye coordina-tion and overall performance skills, while maintaining great physical fitness for your child year-round. Students ages 5 - high school may participate in parades, competitions, commu-nity, and school events. Beginning to advanced classes are available. For more information call (830) 221-5965.

Date: Sept. 12 – Dec. 14 / Mon., Tues., Wed. /4 classes

Time: 4:00 – 7:00 PM

Place: Klein Road Elem. - Gym

Instructor: Abigail Rogers

Cost: $50 per 4 week session

HILL COUNTRY KARATE – KARATE FOR KIDS 16FA-417 After school class for children at Lamar Elementary. Karate improves self-discipline, coordination and self-confidence. This karate class is for ages 5 – 12. Learn techniques from our certified instructors. For more information, and to register, call 830-629-6686 or go to www.hckarate.com. Date: Sept. 12 – Nov. 14 / Mon. / 10 classes Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Place: Lamar Elem. – Gym Instructor: Nick Smith Cost: $65 Uniform fee: $35 paid directly to instructor

HILL COUNTRY KARATE – KARATE FOR ALL AGES! 16FA-418 Karate improves self-discipline, coordination and self-confidence. Karate is for tots, teens and adults. Learn tech-niques from our certified instructors. Children ages 5 through 12 years are placed in the junior class. Adult classes range from ages 13 years and up. For more information and to register, call 629-6686 or go to www.hckarate.com . Date: Sept. 12 – Nov. 15 / Mon. / 10 Classes Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM (Kids Class) Time: 7:30 – 8:30 PM (Adults Class) Place: Memorial Elem. – Gym Instructor: Johnnie Covington Cost: $65 per session Uniform fee: $35 paid directly to instructor TAEKWONDO: Boys & Girls 16FA-419 This 55 minute class will work on basic taekwondo move-ments and disciplines of the sport. For more information, call J&R Gymnastics at (830) 606-0375. Date: Oct. 4 – Oct. 25 / Tues. / 4 classes Session 1: Time: 5:45 – 6:40 PM (Ages 4-6) Session 2: Time: 6:45 – 7:40 PM (Ages 7 and older) Place: J & R Martial Arts 1437 S. Walnut Instructor: J&R Staff Cost: $50 NINJA ZONE FOR BOYS 16FA – 420 This 55 minute class will be fast-paced and fun! We will be working on obstacle course training, while building strength and agility. For more information, call J&R Gymnastics at (830) 606-0375. Date: Oct. 8 – Oct. 29 / Sat. / 4 classes Session 1: Time: 9:00 – 9:55 AM (Ages 5 – 7) Session 2: Time: 10:00 – 10:55 AM (Ages 7 – 11) Place: J & R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut




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MUSIC FOR ADULTS & CHILDREN

GUITAR-BEGINNER Adults & Children 16FA-429 From Bach to Rock!! Learn basic open chords in the first position which will enable you to play many songs. Class song materials will be furnished at no charge. Students will need an acoustic guitar or an electric guitar without amp for this class. If you have a guitar, please bring to studio prior to beginning your first class. Low price guitar rentals are available from the instructor. This four lesson course can be sched-uled at your convenience. When you register, you will be contacted by the Bill Hill Music Studio to set up your classes. Session A: Ages 9- 12 Date: Oct. 7 – 28 / 4 classes Time: 5:00 - 6:00 PM place: Bill Hill Music Studio 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Jerry McKinnon Cost: $60 Session B: Ages 13 – Adult Date: Oct. 7 – 28 / 4 classes Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studio 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Bill Hill Cost: $60

DYNAMIC DRUMS Adults & Children 16FA-430 From Bach to Rock! From Beginner to Advanced! No drums required. Original drummer for Kenny Rogers, Charles Navarro shares his 40 years of drumming and performance experience with his students. Of all the instruments in the school band, the only instrument that you have to audition for is the percus-sion department – 15 of my students auditioned and ALL were accepted! I teach rhythm! This 4 lesson course can be sched-uled at your convenience. When you register, you will be con-tacted by the Bill Hill Music Studio to set up your classes. Date: Oct. 7 - 28/ 4 classes Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studio 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Charles Navarro Cost: $60

MANDOLIN – BEGINNER Adults & Children 16FA-431 The Mandolin is a fun instrument that is easy to learn. It is widely used in popular Country and Bluegrass band jam ses-sions. Students will learn chords, and concepts like “hammer-pulls” and “turnarounds” that are often used in mini-solos between the verses of songs. Music provided by instructor. Rentals are available at the studio. This four lesson course can be scheduled at your convenience. When you register, you will be contacted by the Bill Hill Music Studio to set up your clas-ses. Date: Oct. 7 – 28 / 4 classes Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studio 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Jerry McKinnon Cost: $60

SING! Adults & Children 16FA-432

Opera to Pop! This is a good opportunity to learn voice for beginning to advanced learners. The instructor, Teril Johnson, is an Opera Singer with musical theater experience. This four lesson course can be scheduled at your convenience. When you register, you will be contacted by the Bill Hill Music Studio to set up your classes. Date: Oct. 3 - 24 / 4 classes

Time: 5:00 - 6:00 PM

Place: Bill Hill Music Studio 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Teril Johnson Cost: $60 BANJO – BEGINNER Adults & Children 16FA-433

Beginning Banjo classes are taught by former Band Director, Jerry McKinnon. He will teach students sim-ple songs and work with play-a-long recordings to help develop their individual techniques. Students should bring their own instrument if they have one. Rentals are available at the studio. This four lesson course can be scheduled at your convenience. When you register, you will be contacted by the Bill Hill Music Studio to set up your classes. Date: Oct. 7 – 28 / 4 classes

Time: 6:00 -7:00 PM

Place: Bill Hill Music Studio

1290 S. Business IH-35

Instructor: Jerry McKinnon

Cost: $60


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PIANO / KEYBOARD – BEGINNER Adults & Children 16FA-434 Learn the basics of music and how to play with sheet music and by ear, in many different styles – from Bach to rock, blues, country, Latin, and much more! Low priced keyboards available for rent. This four lesson course can be scheduled at your convenience. When you register, you will be contacted by the Bill Hill Music Studio to set up your classes. Date: Oct. 6 - 27 / 4 classes. Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studio 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Beverley McDaniel Cost: $60 UKULELE - BEGINNER Adults & Children 16FA-435 In this class, students will learn the basics of playing the Ukulele, how to hold, tune, strum, and play chords. The class will learn simple songs and work with play-a-long recordings to help develop their individual techniques. Students should bring their own instrument if they have one. Rentals are available at the studio. This four lesson course can be scheduled at your convenience. When you register, you will be contacted by the Bill Hill Music Studio to set up your classes. Date: Oct. 7 – 28 / 4 classes Time: 5:00 - 6:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studio 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Jerry McKinnon Cost: $60

SYMPHONY VIOLIN – BEGINNER Adults & Children 16FA-436 This session is for beginner through advanced violin instruction. Rose Rod-dy is an experienced violin teacher who has performed with the Texas Lu-theran University Orchestra and the Mid-Texas Symphony. Students should bring their own violin, bow and case, if they have them. Rentals are availa-ble at the studio. Music will be provided by the instructor. This four lesson course can be scheduled at your convenience. When you register, you will be contacted by the Bill Hill Music Studio to set up your classes. Date: Oct. 3 - 24 / 4 classes Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studio 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Rose Roddy Cost: $60




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ADULT DANCE, HEALTH & EXCERSISE

COUNTRY WESTERN TWO STEP– BEGINNERS: PART 1 16FA-446

"If you’re gonna dance in Texas, you gotta have Two-Step in your plans!” Learn one of the most popular Country Western dances. We will start with the basics, then introduce patterns with turns and spins that will quickly have you out on the dance floor dancing to your favorite Country Western tunes! Couples and singles are welcomed in this two instructor, 2-hour class! Date: Sept. 12 – Oct. 3 / Mon. / 4 classes Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM Place: Oak Run Middle – Cafeteria Instructor: The Hixsons Cost: Couple-$90 Single-$50 COUNTRY WESTERN TWO STEP– BEGINNERS: PART 2 16FA-447 This class continues building on steps and patterns you’ve learned in the Part 1 class. Come enhance your dancing experience by learning more exciting steps. Instructors prefer that you’ve taken their Part 1 class. Couples and singles are welcomed in this two instructor, 2-hour class! Date: Oct. 10 – Oct. 31 / Mon. / 4 classes Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM Place: Oak Run Middle – Cafeteria Instructor: The Hixsons Cost: Couple-$90 Single-$50

EAST COAST SWING/JITTERBUG - BEGINNERS 16FA-448 Your grandparents did it, your parents did it, and now you can do it! Swing dancing has been popular across the generations and still is today. It can be danced to many types of music. Learn the basics and fun patterns. Dancing is great exercise for the body and mind. Come join the fun! Couples and singles welcomed in this two-instructor, 2-hour class! Date: Nov. 7 – Dec. 5 / Mon. / 4 classes (No class the week of Thanksgiving) Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM Place: Oak Run Middle - Cafeteria Instructor: The Hixsons Cost: Couple-$90 Single-$50

KUNDALINI YOGA EVENINGS 16FA-501 Kundalini Yoga balances the glandular system, strengthens the nervous system and enables us to tap into the mind and emo-tions. Kundalini Yoga includes breathing exercises, a physical set of exercises, meditation and relaxation. This yoga pro-motes emotional balance, enhances intuition and helps elimi-nate negative habit patterns so that we can be in control of our thoughts and feeling. Please bring a yoga mat or towel, and a pillow to class. Session 1: Sept. 14 – Oct. 19 / Wed. / 6 classes Session 2: Oct. 26 – Dec. 7 (no class Nov. 23) / Wed. / 6 classes Place: NBISD 9th Grade Center - Band Hall (Enter off of Butcher Street) Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM Instructor: Leadra Smith-Jones, Certified in Kundalini Yoga Cost: $45 per 6/wk. session

GOLF BEGINNER– ADULT 16FA-502 Receive hands-on training in all phases of golf in an adults-only class. Learn from PGA professionals the proper grip, stance, swing and approach. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and improve their putting, chipping and trouble shots. Game manage-ment, rules, etiquette, proper use of woods and irons will also be covered.

Dates: Oct. 12, 13, 14 / Wed., Thurs., Fri. / 3 classes

Place: Landa Park Golf Course

180 Golf Course Rd

Time: 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Instructor: Quintin Alexander, Assistant Golf Pro

Cost: $80 BETTER GOLF THROUGH HYPNOSIS 16FA-503 Improve your golf score! Ed Benjamin, a retired Air Force officer and a Certified Hypnotist, will help you pare strokes off your golf score. Ed’s clients have achieved outstanding results with his Better Golf pro-gram. Almost all professional athletes now use some form of hypnosis to improve both overall performance and specific problem areas. Suggestions focus on confi-dence, concentration and relaxation along with visuali-zation. Most athletes begin to see improvement imme-diately. This program will awaken the championship golfer within. Ed’s clients have achieved results after undergoing private session and then listening to the reinforcement materials on a regular basis. Please bring a blanket and pillow to class. Date: Oct. 5 / Wed. / 1 class Place: NBISD Education Center - Board Room Time: 6:30 – 9:00 PM Instructor: Ed Benjamin Cost: $40


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SMOKING CESSATION THROUGH HYPNOSIS 16FA-504 A Certified Hypnotist will help you overcome your smoking habit. Ed Benjamin has an excellent success rate with his Stop Smoking Program. One session and follow-up with a reinforcement tape is usually all that is needed. Hypnosis helps eliminate the urge for to-bacco without the normal side effects like irritability. Suggestions are also included that help nonsmokers avoid weight gain. This program works for all types of tobacco use. Ed will provide a Stop Smoking self-hypnosis/sleep programming CD. Ed’s clients have achieved results after undergoing private session and then listening to the reinforcement materials on a regular basis. Please bring a blanket and pillow to class. Date: Nov. 2 / Wed. / 1 class Place: NBISD Education Center - Board Room Time: 6:30 - 9:00 PM Instructor: Ed Benjamin, Certified Hypnotist Cost: $40 WEIGHT LOSS & EXERCISE THROUGH HYPNOSIS 16FA-505 Lose weight! Ed Benjamin, a retired Air Force Officer and a Certified Hypnotist, will help you change your eating habits by changing your attitude about food and exercise. Suggestions include: eliminating be-tween-meal and evening snacking, becoming full on smaller portions, and no longer eating for emotional reasons like stress, boredom, anger, etc. Suggestions for good self-image, self-confidence and exercise mo-tivation are also included in the session. Ed will pro-vide a Weight Loss self-hypnosis/sleep programming CD. Ed’s clients have achieved results after undergo-ing private session and then listening to the reinforce-ment materials on a regular basis. Please bring a blan-ket and pillow to class. Date: Dec. 7 / Wed. / 1 class Place: NBISD Education Center - Board Room Time: 6:30 - 9:00 PM Instructor: Ed Benjamin Cost: $40 per session

BESTIA MARTIAL ARTS These six week courses will provide an introduc-

tion to martial arts for students ages 6 –Adult.

Students will increase their confidence and self-

esteem while improving their physical fitness. They will also learn basic self-defense skills, de-

velop balance, coordination, and strength. Sup-

ply fee $40.00. For more information, please visit

our website www.bestiamartialarts.com, or con-tact Leo Barahona at (830)708.8948. Families

are encouraged to join in the fun together!

JU-JITSU 16FA-506 Ju Jitsu training is systematic and comprehensive. It involves leaning to roll and fall, to move and balance, to escape from grabs and manipulate joints, to throw and project, to submit an opponent, to counter and transition, to reverse damage and heal injuries. Session 1: Sept. 26 – Nov. 4 / Mon., Wed., Fri. / 6 weeks Session 2: Nov. 7 – Dec. 16 / Mon., Wed., Fri. / 6 weeks Time: 5:30 – 7:15 PM (Kids Ages 6 – 13)) Time: 7:30 – 9:00 PM (Adults Ages 13 +) Place: Bestia Martial Arts DoJo 4306 FM 482 Instructor: Sensei Leo Barahona Cost: $115 Supply fee: $40 paid directly to instructor JUDO 16FA-507 Judo is known for its dynamic throwing techniques, but also involves considerable grappling on the ground, utilizing spe-cialized pins and powerful control holds. Session 1: Sept. 27 – Nov. 3 / Tues. & Thurs. / 6 weeks Session 2: Nov. 8 – Dec. 15 / Tues. & Thurs. / 6 weeks Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM Place: Bestia Martial Arts DoJo 4306 FM 482 Instructor: Sensei Frank Guerra Cost: $90 Supply fee: $40 paid directly to instructor

HILL COUNTRY KARATE – KARATE FOR ALL AGES! 16FA-418 Karate improves self-discipline, coordination and self-confidence. Karate is for tots, teens and adults. Learn techniques from our certified instructors. Children ages 5 through 12 years are placed in the junior class. Adult classes range from ages 13 years and up. For more information and to register, call 629-6686 or at www.hckarate.com. Date: Sept. 12 – Nov. 15 / Mon. / 10 classes Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM Place: Memorial Elem. – Gym Instructor: Johnnie Covington Cost: $65 per session Uniform fee: $35 paid directly to instructor




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ADULT– ARTS & HOBBIES

KNITTING – BEGINNER 16FA-706 In this course, students will learn the basics of knitting at Lucky Ewe Yarn. In this class for total beginners, you will learn how to cast-on, knit, purl, knit in the round, and work cables. Expect to begin four pro-jects: fingerless mitts, a ribbed scarf, a hat, and a ca-bled scarf. In addition to the tuition, there is the addi-tional cost of materials per project. For more infor-mation, call (830) 620-0908.

Session 1: Sept. 14 – Oct. 19 / Wed. / 6 classes Session 2: Oct. 26 – Dec. 7 / Wed. / 6 classes (No class Nov. 23 for Thanksgiving holidays) Place: Lucky Ewe Yarn Studio 2327 Gruene Lake Dr. Time: 12:00 – 2:00 PM Instructor: Benjamin Matthews Cost: $75 per session CROCHETING – BEGINNER 16FA-707 Do you want to learn to crochet? Join the Lucky Ewe staff in this comprehensive course where you will learn the basics of this craft. You will learn how to single crochet, double crochet, half double crochet, treble crochet, color work, and crochet in the round. In this course, students will begin crafting four pro-jects: fingerless mitts, a cowl/hat, a felted bowl, and a chevron scarf. In addition to the tuition, there is the additional cost of materials per project. For more information, call (830) 620-0908.

Session 1: Sept. 12 – Oct. 17 / Mon. / 6 classes

Session 2: Oct. 24 – Nov. 28 / Mon. / 6 classes

Place: Lucky Ewe Yarn Studio 2327 Gruene Lake Dr. Time: 12:00 – 2:00 PM Instructor: Linda Bond Thomas Cost: $75 per session

DIGITAL SLR PHOTOGRAPHY - Beginner 16FA-708 Do you have an expensive DSLR camera that is capable of taking great photographs, but you do not know how to take them? Then this course is for you! Learn the basics of exposure, composition, lighting, and how to be a smart shopper when it comes to camera equipment. Date: Sept. 13 – Oct. 11 / Tues. / 5 classes Place: NBISD Education Center - Board Room Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM Instructor: Lisa Blaschke Cost: $75

“SO YOU WANT TO BE AN AUTHOR” 16FA-710 This course will consist of four parts, or classes, during which the student would be exposed to:

Resources and tools readily available that can help an individu-

al become an author

Common pitfalls an inspiring author must avoid

Genre, voice, point of view, organization

Marketing your work and review and critique of writing sub-mission.

Handouts will be provided to the students, and there will be no requirement to purchase anything. This class will meet twice a week, two hours per meeting, for two weeks. Date: Oct. 11, 13, 18, 20 / Tues. & Thurs. / 4 classes Place: NBISD Education Center-Historical Rm. Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM Instructor: Robert Doerr, Author of Jim West Mystery Series Cost: $85 QUILTING FOR BEGINNERS – LUCKY STARS 16FA-805 This beginners quilting class will cover basic quilting methods, rotary cutting skills, measuring skills, basic quilting piecing, plus fly geese. See the class quilt at the Quilt Haus, and bring your enrollment receipt in to receive your supply list. Class discount on supplies. A sewing machine is required, and homework is involved. Please call

(830) 620-1382 if you have any questions.

Date: Oct. 20 – Nov. 17 / Thurs. / 5 classes

Place: The Quilt Haus

651 N. Bus. IH-35, #510 (Market Place Shopping Center)

Time: 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Instructor: Shirley Ginn

Cost $110

DOG OBEDIENCE 16FA-800 Tired of wondering who is walking whom? Let us help you learn some of the basic skills with your dog. Some of the commands covered are “Heel”, “Sit”, “Down”, “Come”, and “Stay”. This is a good way to bond with your new puppy, or brush up on the skills of your older dog. We will be using positive reinforcement to teach appropriate behavior! Please bring the following with you to class: 6-foot leash, collar, treats for training, and current shot records. Date: Sept. 26 – Oct. 31 / Mon. / 5 classes (No class Monday, Oct. 17) Place: NBISD Education Center – Rear Parking Lot 430 W. Mill Time: 6:00 - 7:00 PM Instructor: Judy Borger Cost: $120

QUILTING FOR BEGINNERS - FRACTIONS 16FA-804 This beginners quilting class will cover basic quilting methods, rotary cutting skills, measuring skills, and basic quilting piecing. See the class quilt at The Quilt Haus, and bring your enrollment receipt in to receive your supply list. Class discount on supplies. A sewing machine is required, and homework is involved. Please call (830) 620-1382 if you have any questions. Date: Sept. 15 – Oct. 13 / Thurs. / 5 classes Place: The Quilt Haus 651 N. Bus. IH- 35, #510 (Market Place Shopping Ctr.) Time: 6:00 – 9:00 PM Instructor: Shirley Ginn Cost $110


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LANDSCAPE & GARDEN

CREATING THE FOOD FOREST 16FA-810 Create an edible landscape at your home or business. Learn how to incorpo-rate edible plants in the landscape with thoughtful planning. Annual and per-ennial foods can be grown in any space. Date: Sept. 28 / Wed. / 1 class Place: NBISD Annex (407 W. Mill) Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM Instructor: David E. Will, B.S., M.A., Texas Certified Landscape Professional Contractor #2 Cost: $30

FALL & WINTER VEGETABLE GARDENING 16FA-811 This class is for serious minded gardeners. Learn about site selection, soil preparation, soil amendments, raised beds, irrigation, mulches, square foot gardening, planting times and techniques for great gardens all year round. Date: Oct. 5 / Wed. / 1 class Place: NBISD Annex (407 W. Mill) Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM Instructor: David E. Will, B.S., M.A., Texas Certified Landscape Professional Contractor #2 Cost: $30

SUCCESSFUL LANDSCAPE DESIGN 16FA-812 Landscape your home with simple elements and principles of design. Learn step by step methods used to achieve a successful landscape. Date: Oct. 13 / Thurs. / 1 class Place: NBISD Annex (407 W. Mill) Time: 7:00 - 8:30 PM Instructor: David E. Will, B.S., M.A., Texas Certified Landscape Professional Contractor #2 Cost: $50

PICTURE PERFECT LAWNS 16FA-813 Your year-round, picture perfect lawn begins with management practices that begin in the fall. Learn how to create the perfect lawn your neigh-bors will envy! Date: Oct. 19 / Wed. / 1 class Place: NBISD Annex (407 W. Mill) Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM Instructor: David E. Will, B.S., M.A., Texas Certified Landscape Profes-sional Contractor #2 Cost: $30




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SAVING MONEY ON A FUNERAL 16FA-832 A funeral can cost as much or more than a wedding. Learn how to shop smart for a funeral by knowing the laws, rules and regulations binding the funeral indus-try as well as your consumer rights. Know what ques-tions to ask and how to plan ahead. Rev. Bill Bischoff, USAF, Ret., will provide a light supper for this informa-tive session. This class spurs people to have a plan and discuss that plan with family members. Date: Oct. 6 / Thurs. / 1 class Place: NBISD Annex Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM Instructor: Bill Bischoff Cost: $10 MEDICARE MONEY SAVING TIPS 16FA-833 Medicare recipients today don’t live on a fixed in-come. They live on a shrinking income! Learn how to avoid the common mistakes that people make once they become eligible for Medicare benefits. Current Medicare recipients, as well as new enrollees, can benefit from this program. Should I keep my employ-er’s insurance? When is the best time to sign up? Should I get a Medicare Advantage plan or a Medicare Supplement? Which Medicare Supplement Plan? What is the secret to finding the best Medicare drug plan? Find out the answers to these questions and many more suggestions that will keep money in your pocket. Session 1: Sept. 29 / Thurs. / 1 class Session 2: Nov. 17 / Thurs. / 1 class Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM Place: NBISD Education Center - Historical Rm. Instructor: John Young Cost: $10 per session

LET’S GO GOOGLE! 16FA-850 Did you know that Google has tools that replace your Microsoft Office software and it’s free? Did you know that Google tools work together so you can work smarter, not harder? Google has changed the way we get information, but it is so much more than a search engine! Come explore Google tools that make your life so much easier! Topics will include Chrome, Google Search, Drive, Gmail, and Calendar. Session 1: Sept. 6 & 8 /Tues. & Thurs. / 2 classes Session 2: Oct. 4 & 6 / Tues. & Thurs. / 2 classes Session 3: Nov. 1 & 3 / Tues. & Thurs. / 2 classes Place: NBHS Library Time: 6:30 -8:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Shafer Cost: $75 per session

SOCIAL MEDIA 101 16FA-851 Social Media is used by 65% of the adult population and is becoming the number one place for information. Many businesses and organ-izations have moved much of their advertising to social media. Com-panies use social media to keep the public informed. Many learning communities use social media for their Personal Learning Networks. Come learn how to use social media platforms, like Twitter, Face-book, and Instagram, and how you can harness the power for per-sonal and professional learning. For this class, you will need to bring a personal device like a SmartPhone or tablet that has a data plan (optional). Date: Sept. 20 & 22 / Tues. & Thurs. / 2 classes Place: NBHS Library Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Shafer Cost: $75 DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP 4 EVERYONE 16FA-852 We live in a culture where your online actions can have offline con-sequences. Being a good Digital Citizen is important for anyone that uses the internet. Come learn ways to behave online that will pro-tect you socially, financially, and professionally. Date: Oct. 11 / Tues. / 1 class Place: NBHS Library Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Shafer Cost: $35

BASIC COMPUTER CONCEPTS 16FA-853 This hands-on course will introduce you to computer termi-nology, basic tasks, and simple tricks of navigating through Microsoft 2013 (Word and Excel) and “surfing the net”. You will become acquainted with basic terms, computer func-tions, and internet navigation. This course will provide insight on successfully navigating a computer and obtaining exposure into the digital world. Date: Sept. 14 & 15 / Wed. & Thurs. / 2 classes Place: Ninth Grade Center, Rm. 506 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM Instructor: Chasity Camero, Certified Teacher Cost: $75

INTRO TO MICROSOFT WORD 2013 16FA-854 This class will present the basics of Word 2013. This course will include how to create, save, edit, and print documents. Participants will learn to use the tools on the standard & formatting toolbars (tabs), insert graphics into a document, and special word processing features, such as spell check, thesaurus, and grammar check. The use of templates for ready-made documents of all types will also be covered. This class is suitable for students with beginning/basic com-puter skills. Date: Sept. 21 & 22 / Wed. & Thurs. / 2 classes Place: Ninth Grade Center, Rm. 506

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Instructor: Chasity Camero, Certified Teacher

Cost: $75

INTRO TO MICROSOFT EXCEL 2013

16FA-855 This class presents the basics for creating and working with

an Excel Spreadsheet. Excel can be used for many purposes

such as tracking home finances, organizing, sorting data,

payroll and even printing address labels. Participants will

learn how to create a worksheet and discover its basic char-

acteristics. The use of formulas, functions, charts, and

graphs for business and personal applications will also

be briefly covered. This class is suitable for stu-

dents with beginning/basic computer skills. In-

structor is Microsoft Office Specialist.

Date: Oct. 5 & 6 / Wed. & Thurs. / 2 clas-

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