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Conversational Spanish for Travelers

 

Students will gain some basic understanding of the grammatical base of the language while continuing to learn and apply Spanish conversation, building on previous courses.  Narrative readings will provide vocabulary which will be repeated and practiced in class and at home. By the end of the course students will be familiar with basic rules regarding gender, present and past verb tenses, conjugation of the three main groups of regular verbs and knowledge and use of irregular verbs. Committing to memory certain expressions and idioms and learning where to apply them. Learn to read a newspaper, hotel bill, airline schedule, hotel rates, and many more travel applications, such as ordering meals and taxi, among many others.

 

Dates:                Tues. & Thurs., Feb. 5 through to 28

Time:                 6:30-8:30 pm

Tuition:             $75

Instructor:       Phil Hazelton

Location:          PC Campus

Reg. Deadline: Jan. 31

 

Beginner's French

 

Come and learn the basics of communicating in French. This course will cover pronunciation as well as a variety of everyday topics such as time, dates, family, greetings, numbers and body parts. If you enjoy traveling or simply want to help your child with his/her French, this is the course for you!

 

Dates:                 Mondays, Jan. 28, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4 (6 classes)

Time:                  7-9 pm

Tuition:             $75

Instructor:        Toni Salonen

Location:          PC Campus

Reg. Deadline: Jan.24

 

LET’S KNIT!

 

Knitting is a great stress reliever and a fun way to make great practical gifts for you, your family and friends.

Join the many knitters out there by learning the basics.  Once you’ve learned these basics you can move on to fun easy projects within a short period of time.  Enjoy all the beautiful varieties of wool knitters get to experience today!  You will learn to cast on, knit, pearl, cast off and many more knitting tips to get you started!

 

Note: Please bring a light colored ball of wool with a  pair of knitting needles the size required for the ball of wool you are going to be working with (says on band of wool).  Preferably something around 5.5 mm and wool that isn’t multi colored or knobby.

 

Dates:                 Tuesdays, Feb. 12, 19 and 26

Time:                  6:30-8:30pm

Tuition:              $36

Instructor:         Brenda Rottger

Location:           PC Campus

Reg. Deadline:  Feb. 7

Max: 5

 

 

Blackfoot language

 

This language class will start on January 29/2012 at Napi Friendship Centre in Pincher Creek. The target audience is parents or caregivers of children age 0-10 years of age. If you do not know the Blackfoot Language, come and join us Tuesdays at 6:00 PM for a fun filled hour of learning simple words and phrases taught by Rosaline Crow Shoe, that you could use with your children in their formative years. This will preserve the Blackfoot Language and traditions for future generations. Childcare is provided for younger children along with beverages and a snack.

 

Dates:                Tuesdays, January 29-March 5

Time:                 6-7:30pm

Tuition:             Free!

Instructor:       Rosaline Crow Shoe

Location:          Napi Friendship Centre

Reg. Deadline:  Jan. 24

 

Start Writing!

 

Do you like to hang around with words? Need a push to write that book or do you just want nice, clear emails? This course is a fun, relaxed way to add clarity, texture and style to your writing. You can write it kooky or be as serious as you please. The class is open to writers at any level, but will not cover academic writing.

 

Jan Walker is a freelance writer from Southern Alberta. She is published in a several Canadian, US and New Zealand magazines and newspapers. Jan is a member of the Writers Guild of Alberta. Students with questions about the course are welcome to email marquetryart@hotmail.com.

Check out Jan’s writing Blog at http://wordsfromwalkerfarm.wordpress.com/

 

Dates:                 6 Wednesdays, Feb. 13-March 20

Time:                  6:30-8:30pm

Tuition:             $160 for all 6 sessions

Instructor:        Jan Walker

Location:          PC Campus

Reg. Deadline:  Feb. 7

Min. 5

Back Yard Astronomy

 

This three-night course will focus on telescopes and the Internet, the two basic tools for exploring the cosmos from your back yard. Modern telescopes and the Internet are making astronomy a highly accessible, engaging and rewarding hobby for adults and children alike. This hobby can stimulate powerful interest in science and technology, broadening the frontiers of economic and social opportunity for youth. Rural areas with clear horizons and consistently dark skies offer a natural advantage for back yard astronomy.

 

Date:

Tues, May 14: All You Need To Know About Telescopes

Thurs, May 16: Astronomy and the Internet

Sat, May 18: Back yard astronomy at Beauvais Lake

Time:                  6-9pm

Tuition:              $60.00

Instructor:        James Van Leeuwen

Location:           PC campus

Reg. Deadline: May 9

 

 

 

FLY FISHING WORKSHOP

 

This one day course is designed to get you started fly fishing!  In the morning we will learn how to set up the fly rod. Students will learn to tie some basic knots and how to build a tapered leader.  There will be a discussion on fly selection, what to look for when selecting flies and how to dress and present them to fish.  The theory behind casting will be discussed with an emphasis on getting good drifts.  In the afternoon we will move to the river’s edge to practice casting.

Leland grew up in southern Alberta where he learned to fly-fish.  He has fished in Fiji, New Zealand, Australia, Mexico and Africa. Leland has been working as a fly fishing guide in southern Alberta since 1994.

Date:                    Sat, May 25
Time:                   9-4pm
Tuition:             $50
Instructor:       Leland Kirk, guide
Location:          PC Campus

Reg. Deadline: May 16

 

NOTE:  Please bring a fly rod, sun glasses and a bag lunch.  You will require transportation to the river in the afternoon.

 

Stained Glass Decorative Mosaic Table: $150

A table with a wooden top ( 16" square or circle ) and wrought iron legs. A precut stained glass design: ( IE - sunflower, humming bird, geometric) is included in the fee. You will nip the glass, glue and grout the table top. Your choice of glass colors and design.  No glass cutting experience required! All tools and glass provided. Create something unique.

 

Date:                    Thurs, Fri, March 14 & 15
Time:                   7-9pm and 7-8:30pm
Tuition:             $150 includes all materials and instruction
Instructor:       Jenny Urbanczyk, Northern Lights Glass Studio
Location:           PC Campus

Reg. Deadline: March  7

 

  

 

Stepping Stone

 

Precut stained glass centre: ( flowers, geometric, etc ) You will complete your stone using mosaic cutters and arranging your mosaic background. Then mix and pour the cement. Approximate size: 14" X 14". (Square or circle ). No glass cutting experience required! All tools and glass provided. Come create something unique.

 

Date:                 Thurs, Fri, May 9 & 10
Time:                 7-9pm and 7-8:30pm
Tuition:            $125 includes all materials and instruction
Instructor:       Jenny Urbanczyk, Northern Lights Glass Studio
Location:          PC Campus

Reg. Deadline: May 2

 

create your own Salad Garden Patio Planter!

 

 

This would be a great class for a parent and child or to bring a friend to!  Create a garden patio planter in a charming bushel basket complete with all you need to make your own fresh salad.  You will plant lettuce, herbs and tomatoes and enjoy hand picked salad this summer! Marj  Starke from Perfect Posies Greenhouse will teach you all you need to know about your salad garden’s care and growth.

Date:                   Wed, May 29

Time:                   6:30-8:30pm

Tuition:              $35.00, per Salad Garden Planter includes all materials and plants!

Instructor:        Marj Starke, Perfect Posies Greenhouse

Location:           Perfect Posies Greenhouse

Reg. Deadline: Apr. 25

 

create your own Potted herb garden!

 

Would you like to learn more about herbs and use them as you please in your kitchen?  Join Marj  Starke from Perfect Posies Greenhouse for a herb tour and learn about their care, uses and growth. Then choose your own herbs based on your culinary preferences and enjoy planting them in traditional clay pots.  You will have your own fresh herbs all season!

 

Date:                   Tues, June 4

Time:                  6:30-8:30pm

Tuition:              $40, includes all materials and plants!

Instructor:        Marj Starke, Perfect Posies Greenhouse

Location:           Perfect Posies Greenhouse

Reg. Deadline: Nov. 29

 

 

canadian fire arms safety training course

 

This course is offered on a Saturday and/or Sunday and is the required training to apply for a Possession Acquisition Certificate.  Fee includes both the practical and written exam.  We can arrange this course if we have sufficient enrollment. Please call if you are interested.

Date & Time:  Call 403-627-4478

Tuition:             $100, includes manual

Instructor:       Nigel Whittington