friends for learning course catalog fall...

FRIENDS FOR LEARNING

COURSE CATALOG

Fall 2016

Friends For Learning (FFL) is a member-driven organization for people 50 years and older. The purpose of FFL is to provide, at minimal cost, activities, special events, and opportunities for retired and semi-retired people to continue their intellectual growth and enjoy being part of a like-minded community. Registration – You can register August 24 by clicking on the Registration button on the FFL web site. The $20 membership fee will be paid by credit or debit card as part of the registration process before you enroll in classes. To register online each member must have his or her own email address. The membership fee covers all classes for the entire semester plus a parking pass for University Place. Additional fees may be assessed for texts, lab fees, supplies, etc. If you need to register by mail, include your check for $20.00, made out to ISU, with your class selection form you will find on line, or call Denise,524-0389, for one, and send to:

Continuing Education - FFL 921 S. 8th Ave. Stop 8062 Pocatello, ID 83209

Parking Pass – You will receive a parking pass this semester that will be valid through August 2017. This must be displayed in your vehicle whenever you are on the University Place campus for FFL functions. It is not valid on the campus for any other purpose. If you have lost your pass, you may request an additional one for $5.00 through the Continuing Education address above. If you have questions, contact Continuing Education at (208) 282-3155. If you have questions concerning Friends For Learning, contact FFL President Kathie Hendrix, 523-8859, or Denise Morton, 524-0389. Class Location – “CHE” refers to the Center for Higher Education, and “TAB” refers to the Tingey Administration Building (north of CHE) University Place, 1770 and 1776 Science Center Drive, Idaho Falls.

*4111 Cultural Cuisine - Middle East Instructor: Cultural Cuisine Com. Fee:

When: Mon. 11/7 6:00-8:00 Location: Lutheran Church

Come experience Middle East fare during our Cultural Cuisine dinner. Attendees are expected to prepare and bring authentic Middle Eastern cuisine assigned to them by the food committee. Non-member spouses of FFL members will be charged $20. We can only accommodate 130. The church is located at 455 Sunnyside.

Credentials: The Cultural Cuisine Committee has been doing a variety of cuisines for many years.

Facilitator: David Johnson Phone: 719-235-3910 Email: [email protected]

4121 Hiking, Walking, and Exploring Instructor: HWE Committee Fee:

When: Mon. n/a 8:00-5:00 Location: varies

Hiking (H) activities can range from easy to difficult and might last two hours or all day. Most Walking (W) activities are limited to easy trips and are usually in the vicinity of Idaho Falls. Walking activities, when combined with Exploring (E) may be some distance from Idaho Falls. Activities range from skiing, snowshoeing, camping, biking, canoeing, horseback riding, or whatever you might like to do indoors or outdoors. We are guided by member ideas and might try anything.

Credentials: HWE committee members have been involved with outdoor activities and exploring for many years. Committee members: Jim Schaffer (589-6005), chairman; Allen Perkins (529-0820); Marilyn Quast (523-4987); Esther Lash (524-3649) .

Facilitator: Jim Schaffer Phone: 589-6005 Email: [email protected]

FFL Course Catalog Fall 2016

*4122 Idaho Museum of Natural History Tour Instructor: Becky O'Neil Fee: Entrance fee

When: Tue. 11/15 1:00-4:00 Location: Idaho Museum of Natural History 698 Dillon Street, Pocatello

Tour the Gallery and Fossil/artifact collection at the Idaho Museum of Natural History. This is a great opportunity to see what is in the Museum's Gallery and collections (typically 10 times more than what is on display) with the curators of these fossils, artifacts, herbs and other materials. We will visit the Gallery and the Herbarium, Vertebrate Paleontology and Anthropology collections. Only 40 students will be enrolled in this class. Entrance fee will be paid at the Museum. The Museum is located at 698 Dillon St, Pocatello. This is a limited class of 40.

Credentials: Qualified Museum staff members will be our tour guides.

Facilitator: Joel Hubbell Phone: 524-2333 Email: [email protected]

4131 Line Dancing Instructor: Varies Fee:

When: every Fri. 12/16 9:00-10:00 Location: Senior Citizen Center

Come and learn how to line dance. Good exercise, good fun, good for memory, good for laughs. No experience necessary. Just come and enjoy. We will teach you how. Join us for an hour each week as we learn basic and intermediate dance routines. You will be amazed how good you feel and how many benefits you will gain from this class. The Senior Citizen's Center is located at, 535 W. 21st.

Credentials: Adele George, Lianne Buxton, Lesley Cable, and Molly Brinkerhoff will be teaching. Adele, Lesley, and Lianne have many years of experience and have owned their own studios in the past. Molly has been teaching line dancing to FFL students for several years.

Facilitator: Molly Brinkerhoff Phone: 521-0494 Email: [email protected]

*4136 Origami Instructor: Earline Reid Fee:

When: Thu. 9/15-12/15 1:30-2:30 Location: CHE 306/309

We will meet Friday afternoons throughout the semester to share ideas and create origami figures. Members will bring their own paper and a pair of scissors. This is limited to 25.

Credentials: Earline has done origami as a hobby for years. The Spring origami class re-invigorated her interest as well as that of class members.

Facilitator: Earline Reid Phone: 528-8673 Email: [email protected]

4137 Pinochle Instructor: Vicky Van Sickle Fee: purchase lunch

When: Mon. 9/12-12/12 12:30-3:30 Location: Leo's, 155 S. Holmes

You must have some knowledge of how to play the game of Pinochle to sign up for this class. Each participant is expected to mix with other players, and groups will be formed at the discretion of the facilitator. Players must buy lunch. We play every Monday.

Credentials: Vicky has been playing Pinochle for many years.

Facilitator: Vicky Van Sickle Phone: 523-8687 Email: [email protected]

4140 Recreational Music for Seniors Instructor: Lorrie Bridges Fee: $20.00 for book

When: Wed. 9/21-11/30 3:00-4:00 Location: Piano Gallery

Learn to play your favorite song on a modern keyboard instrument! Even if you have never played an instrument before, you'll be playing songs in a few short weeks. This course has proven to be a fun and easy way to learn to play. Rental instruments are available. The Piano Gallery is located at , 2995 E. 17th. This class will last ten weeks.

Credentials: Piano gallery has been teaching recreational music for the past 15 years.

Facilitator: Margie Prestwich Phone: 523-0261 Email: [email protected]

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*4144 Spanish I Instructor: Earline Reid + Fee: book

When: Mon. 9/12-10/31 1:30-3:00 Location: Senior Citizen Center

Three lovers of Spanish study, Earline Reid, Joy Hubbel and Jackie Christiansen, will work hard to make your introduction to Spanish enjoyable and fruitful as we explore speaking Spanish right from the start through storytelling. This Reading and Pronunciation Class will add TPRS, a method of second-language teaching that uses stories to provide vocabulary and immediate understanding leading to actually speaking the language. The Senior Citizen's Center is located at 535 W. 21st. Limited to 20.

Credentials: Earline spent seven years living and working in Latin America and 15 years teaching English to speakers of other languages. Joy is a retired teacher who worked with immigrant Hispanic children. Jackie has participated in several Spanish-language classes.


*4145 Spanish II Instructor: Perla Delgado Romero Fee: cost of supplies

When: Mon. 9/12-11/28 9:45-11:15 Location: Senior Citizen Center

This weekly class meets for 12 weeks. Those who have taken the class previously have first preference. Books used will be: (1) Spanish for Gringos Level Two by William C. Harvey 2nd edition (2) Spanish Verb Tenses 2nd edition by Dorothy Richmond. Both oral and written activites will be used. The Senior Citizen's Center is located at 535 W. 21st.The class size is limited to 20.

Credentials: Perla Delgado is originally from Mexico and holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. She is bilingual using both Spanish and English. She has been enrolled in multiple classes to learn syntax and grammar in Spanish and English.

Facilitator: Vicki Krogstrand Phone: 521-8149 Email: [email protected]

4147 Tai Chi Instructor: Nolan Bowen Fee:

When: Tue. 9/13-12/13 3:30-4:30 Location: Senior Citizen Center

Tai Chi is a form of exercise that evolved from a Chinese Martial Art. In this class we learn Section 1 of T.Y Pang'sYang style Tai Chi. The movements are slow and low impact. They are designed to build up the body's innerenergy, which improves circulation, balance and overall health. Videos will be available and practice at home isimportant. The class will meet each Tuesday beginning September 13. The Senior Citizen's Center is located at 535 W. 21st

Credentials: Nolan has been practicing Tai Chi since the 1970's and has taught it for FFL for eight years.

Facilitator: Jill Tate Phone: 221-2621 Email: [email protected]

*4151 Writing Workshop Instructor: Sidney Hoopes Fee:

When: Thu. 9/22,29,10/6 1:00-3:00 Location: CHE 207

This is a self-guided class with students presenting their own work. Occasionally we will have visits from members of the Idaho Writers League. Limited to 15 students.

Credentials: Sidney has taught this class previously.

Facilitator: Sidney Hoopes Phone: 524-1280 Email: [email protected]

*4154 Yoga for the Better Half of Life Instructor: Dino Lowrey Fee:

When: Tue & Thu. 11/1-12/15 8:30-10:00 Location: Good Samaritan Chapel

This bi-weekly class will focus on safe Yoga for those over 50. It will use techniques of B.K.S. Iyengar focusing on posture and breath. Students will need a yoga mat. Blocks and strap are optional. The class includes floor work so students need the ability to get up and down frequently. The Good Samaritan Chapel is located at 840 E. Elva. Limited to 16.

Credentials: Dino is a retired Archeologist. She has taken Yoga classes for the past five years. She taught the class last semester and it was wonderful.

Facilitator: Joel/Joy Hubbell Phone: 524-2333 Email: [email protected]


4155 AIDS Quilts Tour Instructor: Jennifer Walton Fee:

When: Tues. 11/29/2016 3:00 Location: Elks Lodge

In this class we will tour the HIV/AIDS Quilt project at the Elks Lodge. About 50 3-to-6 foot quilt panels from Southeastern Idaho and another 200 from around the country will be displayed. You will view this poignant reminder of our children's lives that have been cut short by HIV/AIDS and learn about the current status of this scourge. The Elk's Lodge is located at 640 E Elva St.

Credentials: Jennifer Walton is a case worker with the Eastern Idaho Public Health Department. Representatives from Breaking Boundaries will also be present to discuss the Quilt and AIDS in Southeastern Idaho.


4156 Around the World in 68 Days Instructor: Ken and Kathy Allen Fee:

When: Wed. 9/28 1:00-3:00 Location: TAB 200

Have you ever considered a once-in-a-lifetime trip around the world? This couple will share the experiences of their dream trip that visited 9 countries on 6 continents and completely circumnavigated the world in one continuous trip. See sights and hear experiences from Peru, Italy, South Africa, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, China, Australia, and New Zealand during their presentation.

Credentials: Ken and Kathy Allen traveled around the world in the fall of 2015.

Facilitator: Joy Hubbell Phone: 524-2333 Email: [email protected]

*4157 Bead Weaving Instructor: David Johnson Fee: $6.00

When: Fri. 11/11,18,12/2,9 1:00-3:00 Location: CHE 306

Students will learn a basic American Indian hand, bead weaving technique using small seed beads. The project will be a bookmark about one and one half inches by five inches and may include fringes. Since the beads and needle are small, a magnifying glass might be useful. Beads, thread, patterns, and needles will be provided. Additional information will be given to enrolled students. This class is limited to 12.

Credentials: David learned loomwork in Boy Scout and a Shoshone technique from Sidney Hoopes. He is self taught in other techniques including peyote stitch and square stitch.


*4158 CAES Tour Instructor: Bryan Forsmann Fee:

When: Fri. 10/14 10:00-11:00 Location: CAES Bldg.995 University Boulevard

Julie Ulrich will also be instructing. Visit the labs at the Center for Advanced Energy Studies (CAES) to see what kind of research they are doing, sit in the Heavy Vehicle Simulator and go in the CAVE (Computer-Assisted Virtual Environment). Additional tours may be scheduled as needed. The CAES Building is located on University Boulevard. This class is limited to 30.

Credentials: Bryan is a Senior Technician and Julie is the Communication Lead at CAES.

Facilitator: Marla Case Phone: 522-3692 Email: [email protected]

*4159 Coke Bottle Boxes Instructor: Karin Armstrong Fee:

When: Mon. 10/17 2:00-4:00 Location: Senior Citizen Center

Transform a 2 liter Coke (must be a Coke bottle) into a decorative and useful box. Students need to bring an empty 2 liter Coke or Diet Coke bottle, scissors and decorative napkins. Modge-Podge and paint brushes will be provided. This class is limited to 30. Additional sessions will be scheduled as needed. The Senior Citizen's Center is located at 535 W. 21st.

Credentials: Karin is very crafty and likes to share new ideas with others.

Facilitator: Karin Armstrong Phone: 522-7005 Email: [email protected]


*4160 Computer - Files & Drives Instructor: James E Anderson Fee:

When: Fri. 11/4, 11, 18 10:45-12:15 Location: CHE 204

In this class you will learn all about organizing, moving, coping, deleting, and storing files, internal and external hard drives, and USB (flash/thumb, etc.) drives. Students need to bring a thumb/flash drive to class. This class is limited to 18.

Credentials: Jim has been a PC user for 30 years.

Facilitator: Maxine Smolowitz Phone: 523-0373 Email: [email protected]

*4161 Computer- Word Basic Refresher Instructor: Maxine Smolowitz Fee:

When: Fri. 11/4, 11, 18 9:00-10:30 Location: CHE 204

This three-session class is for members who already know the basics of Word including copying and pasting. It is not for beginners. We will concentrate on reviewing many of the elements on the "Ribbon" to enhance our ability to use Word's powerful editing and revising tools. You will be using Microsoft Word 2016 in the computer lab. Class is limited to 18 students

Credentials: Maxine has been using word processing programs for many years.

Facilitator: James Anderson Phone: 523-8272 Email: [email protected]

*4162 Conservation in Today's Zoos Instructor: Sunny Katseanes Fee: $5.00

When: Tue. 9/20 1:30-3:30 Location: Idaho Falls Zoo

Learn about the Idaho Falls Zoo's role in conserving natural habitats and endangered species throughout the world. Explore the new Quarters for Conservation program, SAFE (a new Association of Zoos and Aquariums program that stands for Saving Animals From Extinction), and see the endangered animals at the zoo. Class limit 60.

Credentials: Sunny Katseanes earned a BS degree in zoology from Idaho State University and served as the Idaho Falls Zoo's first year-round educator from 1999-2005. She was a Communication Specialist with the Advanced Mixed Waste Treatment Project and Education Director at the Museum of Idaho. She rejoined the Zoo in January 2015 as Curator of Education.

Facilitator: Joann Mines Phone: 524-7027 Email: [email protected]

4163 CPR & First Aid–The Why Behind the "Ho Instructor: Terry Yackley Fee:


Knowing how to administer CPR and First Aid is vitally important. Understanding why will help you recall these skills when needed. Terry will make this class fun and comprehensible.No certification will be available at the class, but opportunities to sign up to take certification test and hands-on portion will be available. The classes that come from this talk will be shorter due to the information covered in this presentation. The cost for the Friends for Learning presentation will be free, and the certification course will be offered to Friends for Learning participants at a significant price reduction.

Credentials: Terry's credentials include a Master of Education, and an Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy. He has taught professional level CPR and First Aid for many years.

Facilitator: Steve Piet Phone: 535-2580 Email: [email protected]

4164 Creating Middle East Nation-States Instructor: Zackery Heern Fee:

When: Thu. 10/20 7:00-9:00 p.m. Location: TAB 200

The impact of World War One on the Middle East is tremendous! The end of the war signaled the fall of the great Ottoman Empire, which had ruled most of the Middle East and Eastern Europe for 500 years. Much of the Middle East became directly controlled by the French and British empires, which created new states. Come learn how the Middle East countries were created after WWI.

Credentials: Zackery Heern is a professor in the Department of History at Idaho State University. Dr. Heern specializes in Middle East and Islamic history and his research and teaching interests include Iran, Iraq, modern Islamic movements. This class is sponsored in part by the Idaho Humanities Council: Connecting people with ideas.

Facilitator: Allen Perkins Phone: 604-0820 Email: [email protected]

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4165 Defeating Nature Deficit Disorder Instructor: Garth Smelser Fee:

When: Tue. 10/11 10:00-11:30 Location: TAB 200

A mounting body of research finds that when our connections with the natural world are broken, we suffer physically, intellectually, emotionally, and socially. In this class we will learn about this “nature deficit disorder,” the symptoms and physical and emotional impacts on people who live sedentary and digitally focused lifestyles. We will also learn about nature’s capacity for renewal, discovery, and overall well-being.

Credentials: Garth serves as Forest Supervisor of the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. He has dedicated much of his time as a Forest Service leader in establishing community coalitions to reconnect youth with nature.

Facilitator: Linda Scott Phone: 538-0707 Email: [email protected]

4166 Discovering Diversity Instructor: Mashaal Hijazi Fee:

When: Fri. 10/7 1:00-3:00 Location: TAB 200

When Mashaal Hijazi moved to Idaho, she was shocked to learn that we are 49th in education and 50th in political influence in the nation. In this class she will discuss the relationship between education, racism and political power.

Credentials: Mashaal is Director of Diversity at Idaho State University, a radio show host and newspaper reporter. Born in San Francisco to Pakistani parents, she has first-hand experience with the problems of systematic racism.

Facilitator: Joy Hubbell Phone: 524-2333 Email: [email protected]

4167 Elements of a False Confession Instructor: Rene Miller Fee:


This presentation will be on the Chris Tapp murder case. Over a period of several weeks Chris was interrogated concerning the 1996 Angie Dodge murder. He eventually confessed and was convicted of her murder. In this class we will learn about the investigation, how and why Chris Tapp confessed to the crime and why many people question his confession.

Credentials: Rene is a volunteer for Judges for Justice, a non-profit group that investigates cases of possible wrongful convictions.

Facilitator: Holly Crawley Phone: 552-1639 Email: [email protected]

4168 Evolution of an Idea Instructor: Matthew Daniel Fee:


How much do you know about the history of the national park service? Here is a chance to learnhow it started and advanced in the last 100 years.

Credentials: Matthew is an employee of the park service at Craters of the Moon National Park.


4169 Fishing on Kodiak Island Instructor: Bruce Staples Fee:

When: Thu. 11/17 1:00-2:30 Location: TAB 200

In late August to early October, many streams and still waters along the Kodiak road system teem with silver salmon. From the Buskin River, just outside the town of Kodiak, to the Pasagshak River 35 miles south on the road system, the fly-fisher has opportunity to encounter fresh silvers ranging to more than 20 pounds and loaded with energy. This 45-minute slide program reveals where success is most likely along the road system and what tackle is best suited for achieving it.

Credentials: Bruce is a member of the Upper Snake River Fly Fishers of Rexburg and the Snake River Cutthroats of Idaho Falls. He is a driving force behind the East Idaho Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Exposition and originated its concept. He has demonstrated his fly tying skills on an international basis. He has taught all skill levels of fly tying for over 20 years.

Facilitator: Ed Johnson Phone: 520-2628 Email: [email protected]


4170 Geology: Craters of the Moon-Yellowston Instructor: Douglass Owen Fee:


Douglass Owen, longtime Park Ranger, Naturalist and Geologist at the Craters of the Moon National Monument will present the geological story underpinning Craters of the Moon and the connection of this story to the "hot spot" that is now under Yellowstone National Park.

Credentials: Doug was a research geologist for 16 years with the U.S. Geological Survey. He was a Park Ranger Naturalist for 19 years and served as the lead iinterpreter and geologist at the Craters of the Moon National Monument during that time.

Facilitator: Bob Anderl Phone: 522-1980 Email: [email protected]

*4171 Holiday Luncheon Instructor: n/a Fee: $20.00

When: Tue. 12/15 11:30-2:00 Location: Idaho Falls Country Club

Come celebrate the Holidays with all your FFL friends. We will have a no-host Buffet Luncheon with all the trimmings. Entertainment will be provided, but be prepared to sing some Christmas Carols! Guests are welcome. Please send your non-refundable check for $20.00 per person to Karin Armstrong, 2155 Olympic Avenue, by Wednesday, December 7. The Country Club is located at 11611 S. Country Club Road. We can accept only 170.

Credentials: The Idaho Falls Country Club is a wonderful spot to have a Holiday luncheon. It will be decorated for the holidays, has good parking, and great food.


4172 Humanitarian Center Tour Instructor: Humanitarian Center Staff

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When: Wed. 9/21 10:30-11:30 Location: Humanitarian Center

In this class we will tour the Idaho Falls Area Humanitarian Center, which is a nondenominational center serving more than 120 non-profit agencies from St. Anthony to Pocatello and Salmon. When you visit the Center, you will see men, women and youth volunteers in action making quilts, painting wooden toys, braiding jump ropes, crocheting booties, and many more activities. This Humanitarian Center is the only one of its kind in the world. The Humanitarian Center is located at 1415 Northgate Mile.

Credentials: The Idaho Falls Area Humanitarian Center has been in operation for six years.

Facilitator: Eileen Perkins Phone: 520-7483 Email: [email protected]

4173 Idaho Wildlife in Action Instructor: Glenn DeVoe Fee:


Using his narrated photographs and videos, Glenn DeVoe will share his knowledge and experiences with Idaho wildlife. He will focus on wildlife behavior (often humorous) seldom seen by the casual observer.

Credentials: Glenn is an Idaho Master Naturalist and a retired BLM Rangeland Management Specialist who has enjoyed a lifelong fascination with nature.

Facilitator: Nancy Carpenedo Phone: 529-4714 Email: [email protected]

4174 India - See, Hear, and Feel Instructor: Sanju Choudhury Fee:


Learn about the mist, magic, rhinos, and elephants of Northeast India, less frequently visited by Americans. Learn about the Taj Mahal and experience what the descendants of the Taj's craftsmen do today. See, hear, and feel India through the "lens" of two who have been there. Steve Piet will help instruct during the lecture.

Credentials: Sanja is a native of India who moved to Pocatello 18 years ago. A world-wide traveler, Steve visited India in November 2015 and has spoken about the experience to several audiences.

Facilitator: Senia Weinrich Phone: 521-8526 Email: [email protected]


4175 Inspiring "Awe" for a Century Instructor: Yellowstone Park Ranger Fee:


For a century Yellowstone National Park has inspired millions of visitors from throughout the world. In this class you will join a park ranger for a close look at the meaning of Yellowstone to the nation and the world.

Credentials: Yellowstone National Park Education Rangers are often former teachers and are always life-long learners and students of the natural world who have a passion for sharing the wonders of Yellowstone with others.

Facilitator: Holly Crawley Phone: 552-1639 Email: [email protected]

4176 John Brown's Raid on Harper's Ferry Instructor: James Francis Fee:


In 1859 John Brown led a small group of volunteers into Virginia to seize a federal arsenal. Brown's plan was to arm slaves and to establish a fortified escape route for slaves to be able to safely get to Canada. Was this action consistent with the core principles of the U.S. Revolution? The audience will be able to render a judgment of Brown's proper place in history.

Credentials: James Francis is a National Board certified teacher. He was a secondary school history teacher from 1972-2011. He has been an adjunct instructor with Idaho State University History Department from 2011 to 2016.

Facilitator: Kathie Hendrix Phone: 523-8859 Email: [email protected]

4177 Judy Chicago, American Artist Instructor: Jane Winston Fee:


Judy Chicago is an American feminist artist, art educator, and writer known for her large collaborative art installation pieces which examine the role of women in history and culture.

Credentials: Jane is a member of the Eagle Rock Art Guild and National Art Education Association, Delta Kappa Gamma state president and National Board Certified Art teacher.

Facilitator: Liz Herrmann Phone: 522-0493 Email: [email protected]

4178 Kayaking the Grand Canyon Instructor: Dino Lowrey Fee:


Grab hold of the frame of the raft and hold on. Dino will take us down the Grand Canyon in a Kayak for an 18-day trip from Lees Ferry to Diamond Creek for a total of 225 river miles. Learn about life on the river, the wildlife and the geology of the Grand Canyon.

Credentials: Dino is a retired Archeologist. She has kayaked/rafted the Grand Canyon eight times. She presented a fascinating class on Bats and has taught Yoga for FFL.


4179 Living With the Amish Instructor: Lin Sharp Fee:


A discussion of why the Old Order Amish continue to live in the modern world as they have for more than 100 years. We will learn how they adapt to the outside world while following their faith and customs. Are they taking advantage of what the modern world offers them while not paying their way?

Credentials: Lin lived close to and worked with Amish women of Eastern Pennsylvania for 11 years.


4180 Medicare: Navigating the Maze Instructor: Tonya Steele Fee:

When: Wed. 10/19 2:00-3:00 Location: CHE 213

Tonya will describe traditional Medicare and explain how it works and its benefits. She will also explain the different insurance coverages available to supplement Medicare or replace traditional Medicare. She will explain the coverages and benefits with emphasis on the pros and cons of different choices available to Medicare beneficiaries.

Credentials: Tonya has been employed with the Department of Insurance, SHIBA Office, for 10 years. During that time, she has counseled hundreds of individuals regarding Medicare, Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans, Medicare Advantage Plans, as well as Medicare Prescription Drug plans.

Facilitator: Carrie Crom Phone: 525-8550 Email: [email protected]


4181 Medicare: Prescription Drug Plan Instructor: Carrie Crom Fee:


This class shows Medicare beneficiaries how to use the Medicare website (www.medicare.gov) to select their own prescription drug plan. Medicare beneficiaries are shown, on a step-by-step basis, how to navigate this website and enter their medications, select a pharmacy, refine their results, and with the end result being the three most cost effective drug plans that cover their medications.

Credentials: For 10 years Carrie has been assisting individuals in selecting their own Medicare Prescription drug plans. She provides this service as a volunteer for SHIBA (Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) with the Department of Insurance. She volunteers for Freemed and the Department of Health and Welfare and provides this service at these agencies. Prior to that she worked for the Department of Health and Welfare for 34 years, the last 13 as the Program Manager for Medical and Financial Assistance for the nine Eastern Idaho counties.


4182 Midwife in Nepal Instructor: Shayna Daniels Fee:


Shayna is from Shelley, but decided she needed some adventure in her life, so went to Nepal as a midwife. Her husband proposed to her at Base Camp on Mount Everest. In this class you will learn about her exciting adventures in Nepal.

Credentials: 2010 Shayna became certified Doula and started attending births. After completing the required classes via correspondence with the National College of Midwifery she became a licensed Certified Professional Midwife in February of 2014. She then left for Bangladesh. After eight months there she traveled to Nepal, where she worked educating and teaching for three months. She currently has her own private practice, Core Midwifery.


4183 Nature Tracks Instructor: Terry Thomas Fee:


Terry Thomas writes a weekly column in the Post Register about all things "wild and wonderful". He will bring us a program with exciting information about our great outdoors.

Credentials: Terry is a professional wildlife biologist, photographer, author and naturalist who loves all things in nature.


4184 Our Amazing Public Library Instructor: Beth Swensen Fee:


Take a trip through the World of Words and discover all the services at our Public Library, from eBooks to Books in a Box. Additional sessions may be held as needed.

Credentials: Beth Swenson is the Outreach Librarian in Idaho Falls. She earned her Masters in Library and Information Science from University of North Texas. She has worked in other libraries, but has been at Idaho Falls Library since Sept. 2014.


4185 Petticoat Spies of the Civil War Instructor: Vicki Bailey Fee:


What motivated these women to risk their lives by infiltrating enemy lines? What valuable information was gathered by the ladies?... This presentation will focus on the well known and the lesser known female spies of both the North and South during the Civil War.

Credentials: Vicki was a history teacher for 29 years. She was winner of Region 6- History Teacher of the year several times, Idaho's nomination for the Sons of the Revolution National History Teacher of the year, and Ricks College's 2007 recipient of Teacher of the Year Alumni.



4186 Police Canine Training Instructor: Gabriel Klepich Fee:


Learn how the Idaho Falls police train their dogs to apprehend criminals and watch a demonstration of patrol operations.

Credentials: Gabriel has seven years' experience as a trained and certified dual-purpose Police K9 handler.


4187 Preventing Identity Theft and Scammers Instructor: Samantha Gillihan Fee:


With constant news of computer hackers, stolen data, missing files, identity theft and money lost to scammers, you may be asking, “Should I live in a cave and only use cash?” The answer is "no." There are specific steps you can take to reduce your risk of becoming a victim of identity theft and the rash of scams perpetrated on a daily basis. During this fun, fast-paced, interactive course, Better Business Bureau offers you five specific ways to protect yourself from scammers and thieves.

Credentials: Samantha Gillihan works to educate consumers and businesses about scams, identity theft, ethics and more in her role as Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming’s Development Manager of Better Business Bureau Northwest. Through presentations, media appearances and relationship building, Samantha is committed to spreading BBB’s mission to be the leader in advancing marketplace trust.


*4188 Readers Roundtable Instructor: Carol Mobley Fee:

When: Tue. 11/1 1:00-3:00 Location: CHE 306

During this class each participant is encouraged to share favorite books/authors we've read and enjoyed. Limited to 30.

Credentials: Carol Mobley taught English and English as a second language for many years. She is an avid reader and enjoys sharing good books.

Facilitator: Carol Mobley Phone: 523-9935 Email: [email protected]

4190 School Bags Humanitarian Project Instructor: Betty E. Anderson Fee:

When: Tue. 9/13 9:30-11:30 Location: Trinity United Methodist Church

This is an annual humanitarian project for FFL. Major disasters continue to happen in the U.S. and the world. There are many disaster centers in the US that provide a variety of kits to help people anywhere in the world affected by major disasters. Volunteers are needed to help keep these centers filled with the various kits so they are available when disaster strikes. A school bag containing basic supplies is one kit that many of us can help provide. Join us to help cut fabric, donate sturdy fabric and other sewing supplies, sew bags and/or donate school supplies or money. The bags will be sewed by volunteers and completed by Nov. 2016. They will then be taken to a distribution center in Salt Lake City. Major disasters keep happening so please join us! The church is located at 237 N. Water.

Credentials: Betty has served in disaster centers in several locations and served in foreign countries where disasters have affected the lives of many people. She knows the needs are great. She has been in charge of this FFL project for many years.

Facilitator: Betty E. Anderson Phone: 521-3039 Email: [email protected]

4191 Sleep Apnea Instructor: Dennis Stanley Fee:


Dennis Stanley will discuss Sleep Apnea, the latest findings and how to get a good night's sleep.

Credentials: Dennis Stanley has over 23 years of experience in Respiratory Therapy and 7 years experience in hospital administration. He has overseen Radiology, Respiratory Therapy, Cardiology, Cardiac Rehab, Blood Bank, and the Clinical Laboratory. Additionally, he has authored over 60 works of allied health education materials.



4192 Sneak Peek at the Colonial Instructor: Brandi Newton, Linda Guay

Fee:

When: Thu. 9/29 1:00-3:00 Location: Colonial Theater

Brandi Newton will present video clips of the 2016-2017 regular season shows along with clips of the four Broadway shows that will be presented at the Civic Auditorium. Linda Guay will take you on a walking tour pointing out the theater's historical architecture and share a few ghostly legends with you. The Colonial Theater is located at 498 A Street.

Credentials: Brandi Newton is the executive director of the Idaho Falls Art Council. Linda Guay is a long time employee of the theater.

Facilitator: Joy and Joel Hubbell Phone: 524-2333 Email: [email protected]

4193 Solo Trek to the South Pole Instructor: Aaron Linsdau Fee:


Experience Antarctica with a polar explorer. Aaron Linsdau is only the second American to have skied alone to the South Pole and holds the world record for the longest expedition from Hercules Inlet to the Pole. Come and learn about Antarctica and what’s it like to be alone for three months.

Credentials: Aaron is an Eagle Scout, holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, and a master's degree in computational science. He has snow shoed across Yellowstone National Park in winter, crossed the Greenland tundra alone, and has trekked through the Sahara desert. He wrote the book Antarctic Tears, produced a documentary on the expedition, and is a commercial photographer.

Facilitator: Nancy Carpenedo Phone: 529-4714 Email: [email protected]

4194 Strategies of Investment Instructor: Justin Tawzer Fee:


This class will help investors make good choices for securing their financial future, and hopefully avoid common mistakes. His presentation will be lively and informative. He helps people make sense of information which can seem overwhelming.

Credentials: Justin Tawzer is a Certified Financial Advisor. He has worked for Edward Jones for 15 years.

Facilitator: Gerry Becker Phone: 520-5678 Email: [email protected]

*4195 Swimming for Fitness A Instructor: Robin Piet Fee: $17.50 city residents

When: Mon & Wed. 10/17-11/2 9:15-10:15 Location: Aquatic Center

Learn to swim efficiently so it's more fun. The course will be geared toward learning to swim laps for fitness. The only requirement is that the swimmer can swim across the pool without stopping. We will work on the basics, such as getting used to the water, breathing, building strength and eventually being able to swim longer distances using the freestyle stroke. The instructor will teach from the deck, not in the water. More advanced swimmers will benefit, too, with different training in a different lane. There will be six classes. County residents will have to pay $19.50. Payment will be made at the pool. The class size is limited to 15. The Aquatic Center is located at 149 7th Street.

Credentials: Robin has swum competitively for the better part of 54 years. She is certified Level 2 United States Masters Swimming coach and has been a USA Swimming coach.


*4196 Swimming for Fitness B Instructor: Robin Piet Fee: $17.50 city residents

When: Mon & Wed. 11/28-12/14 9:15-10:15 Location: Aquatic Center

Learn to swim efficiently so it's more fun. The course will be geared toward learning to swim laps for fitness. The only requirement is that the swimmer can swim across the pool without stopping. We will work on the basics, such as getting used to the water, breathing, building strength and eventually being able to swim longer distances using the freestyle stroke. The instructor will teach from the deck, not in the water. More advanced swimmers will benefit, too, with different training in a different lane. There will be six classes. County residents will have to pay $19.50. Payment will be made at the pool. The class size is limited to 15. The Aquatic Center is located at 149 7th Street.

Credentials: Robin has swum competitively for the better part of 54 years. She is certified Level 2 United States Masters Swimming coach and has been a USA Swimming coach.



4197 We Came With the Railroad Instructor: Mary Jane Fritzen Fee:


Until the railroad came in 1879, Mormons did not live here, but today many do. In this class we will learn what brought them here and how they contributed to the development of early Idaho Falls.

Credentials: Mary Jane is author of several family and local histories, including "Historic Bonneville County."


4198 Who Are My Ancestors? Instructor: Family Search Staff Fee:

When: Thu. 10/6,13,20,27 10:00-11:00 Location: Family Search Library750 W. Elva

Have you ever wondered if one of your ancestors might have been a notorious villain or king or queen of some distant country? In this class you will learn how to use the computer to find your ancestors and where they lived. You may be amazed as you discover your own family history. Experts in the genealogy field will be on hand to help you every step of the way. This class is limited to 40 students. However, additional sessions may be offered to accommodate everyone interested in this class. The Family Search Library is located at 750 W. Elva.

Credentials: The Family Search Staff has been doing family history research for many years. They know how to make finding your family an easy and fun experience.


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Course Name Dates Time Location

*4111 Cultural Cuisine - Middle East Mon. 11/7 6:00-8:00 Lutheran Church

4121 Hiking, Walking, and Exploring Mon. n/a 8:00-5:00 varies

*4122 Idaho Museum of Natural History Tour Tue. 11/15 1:00-4:00 Idaho Museum of Natural History

4131 Line Dancing every Fri. 12/16 9:00-10:00 Senior Citizen Center

*4136 Origami Thu. 9/15-12/15 1:30-2:30 CHE 306/309

4137 Pinochle Mon. 9/12-12/12 12:30-3:30 Leo's, 155 S. Holmes

4140 Recreational Music for Seniors Wed. 9/21-11/30 3:00-4:00 Piano Gallery

*4144 Spanish I Mon. 9/12-10/31 1:30-3:00 Senior Citizen Center

*4145 Spanish II Mon. 9/12-11/28 9:45-11:15 Senior Citizen Center

4147 Tai Chi Tue. 9/13-12/13 3:30-4:30 Senior Citizen Center

*4151 Writing Workshop Thu. 9/22,29,10/6 1:00-3:00 CHE 207

*4154 Yoga for the Better Half of Life Tue & Thu. 11/1-12/15

8:30-10:00 Good Samaritan Chapel

4155 AIDS Quilts Tour Tues. 11/29/2016 3:00 Elks Lodge

4156 Around the World in 68 Days Wed. 9/28 1:00-3:00 TAB 200

*4157 Bead Weaving Fri. 11/11,18,12/2,9

1:00-3:00 CHE 306

*4158 CAES Tour Fri. 10/14 10:00-11:00 CAES Bldg.995 University Boulevard

*4159 Coke Bottle Boxes Mon. 10/17 2:00-4:00 Senior Citizen Center

*4160 Computer - Files & Drives Fri. 11/4, 11, 18 10:45-12:15 CHE 204

*4161 Computer- Word Basic Refresher Fri. 11/4, 11, 18 9:00-10:30 CHE 204

*4162 Conservation in Today's Zoos Tue. 9/20 1:30-3:30 Idaho Falls Zoo

4163 CPR & First Aid–The Why Behind the "How" Wed. 11/9 1:00-2:30 TAB 200

4164 Creating Middle East Nation-States Thu. 10/20 7:00-9:00 p.m. TAB 200

CHE = Center for Higher Education TAB 200 = Auditorium at University Place, Idaho Falls

* Classes that are starred (for example *4111) are limited classes. Selecting one does not guarantee you will get into the class. Your Facilitator will notify you whether you are accepted or are on a waiting list.

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Course Name Dates Time Location

4165 Defeating Nature Deficit Disorder Tue. 10/11 10:00-11:30 TAB 200

4166 Discovering Diversity Fri. 10/7 1:00-3:00 TAB 200

4167 Elements of a False Confession Wed. 11/2 1:00-2:30 TAB 200

4168 Evolution of an Idea Wed. 9/14 10:00-11:30 TAB 200

4169 Fishing on Kodiak Island Thu. 11/17 1:00-2:30 TAB 200

4170 Geology: Craters of the Moon-Yellowstone Thu. 9/22 10:00-11:30 TAB 200

*4171 Holiday Luncheon Tue. 12/15 11:30-2:00 Idaho Falls Country Club

4172 Humanitarian Center Tour Wed. 9/21 10:30-11:30 Humanitarian Center

4173 Idaho Wildlife in Action Tue. 10/18 10:00-12:00 TAB 200

4174 India - See, Hear, and Feel Thu. 11/3 1:00-2:30 TAB 200

4175 Inspiring "Awe" for a Century Wed. 10/5 2:00-3:00 TAB 200

4176 John Brown's Raid on Harper's Ferry Wed. 11/9 10:00-11:30 TAB 200

4177 Judy Chicago, American Artist Tue. 11/1 10:00-11:30 TAB 200

4178 Kayaking the Grand Canyon Fri. 11/4 1:00-3:00 TAB 200

4179 Living With the Amish Wed. 10/26 1:00-2:30 TAB 200

4180 Medicare: Navigating the Maze Wed. 10/19 2:00-3:00 CHE 213

4181 Medicare: Prescription Drug Plan Wed. 10/19 1:00-2:00 CHE 213

4182 Midwife in Nepal Tue. 11/8 10:00-11:30 TAB 200

4183 Nature Tracks Thu. 10/27 1:00-2:30 TAB 200

4184 Our Amazing Public Library Wed. 10/12 1:00-2:30 CHE 213

4185 Petticoat Spies of the Civil War Tue. 11/22 1:00-2:30 TAB 200

4186 Police Canine Training Thu. 9/15 1:00-2:00 TAB 200

4187 Preventing Identity Theft and Scammers Wed. 12/7 10:00-11:30 TAB 200

*4188 Readers Roundtable Tue. 11/1 1:00-3:00 CHE 306

4190 School Bags Humanitarian Project Tue. 9/13 9:30-11:30 Trinity United Methodist Church

4191 Sleep Apnea Fri. 10/28 1:00-3:00 TAB 200

4192 Sneak Peek at the Colonial Thu. 9/29 1:00-3:00 Colonial Theater

4193 Solo Trek to the South Pole Fri. 10/21 10:00-12:00 TAB 200

4194 Strategies of Investment Thu. 12/1 10:00-11:30 TAB 200

*4195 Swimming for Fitness A Mon & Wed. 10/17-11/2

9:15-10:15 Aquatic Center

*4196 Swimming for Fitness B Mon & Wed. 11/28-12/14

9:15-10:15 Aquatic Center

4197 We Came With the Railroad Wed. 10/12 10:00-11:30 CHE 211

4198 Who Are My Ancestors? Thu. 10/6,13,20,27 10:00-11:00 Family Search Library

CHE = Center for Higher Education TAB 200 = Auditorium at University Place, Idaho Falls

* Classes that are starred (for example *4111) are limited classes. Selecting one does not guarantee you will get into the class. Your Facilitator will notify you whether you are accepted or are on a waiting list.

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