Local Community Education Courses

The Valley Learning Center offers programs that can help expand your skills, start a new hobby, meet new friends or just learn something new. The classes are designed to provide introductory level instruction or information on a wide variety of subjects.

Community Education Courses Learn for the love of it!

Taking A Cruise Class

Due to limited enrollment size, registration will be on a first-come first–serve basis.

Pre-registration required, you can register by calling or visiting the Valley Learning Center, or by completing the form and mailing it, emailing it or dropping it off at the Valley Learning Center.

Credit Cards are now accepted for Community Education Classes * All fees are subject to change.

Spring 2010 Classes Pre-Registration starts December 8th, 2009

Fall 2010 Classes

Non-Credit Registration Form

Non Credit List

Quick Reference with Start Dates

Arts, Crafts & Hobbies Starts

Artsy Scrapbooking - 9/21/2010, 10/12/2010, 11/16/2010

Basic Beginning Quilting - 10/7/2010

Basic Drawing - 9/9/2010, 10/7/2010

Crochet Basic - 9/16/2010

Christmas Card Class - 10/6/2010

Crochet Edges - 10/14/2010

Ceramics - 10/2/2010, 11/6/2010

Digital Photography 101 - 10/9/2010

Nature/Still Life Photo Shoot & Critique - 9/26/2010

Stamp-A-Stack - 9/8/2010

Stationery Box - 11/3 /2010

Watercolors - 11/6/2010

Business, Career & Finance

Getting Back on Track - 11/4/2010

Start and Operate your own Home-Based Business - Monthly

Computers

Adobe Photoshop - 9/11/2010

Basic Microsoft Office and Internet - 9/2/2010

Digital Scrapbooking with Windows - 10/16/10

Computers for Seniors - MS Publisher - 9/3/2010

Computers for Seniors - Search the Internet - 9/17/2010

Computers for Seniors -Send and Receive Email - 9/24/2010

Computers for Seniors - Word - 9/10/2010

Cooking & Entertaining

Basics to Wine Enjoyment - 10/15/2010

Cent$ible Nutrition - 10/7/2010

Food Storage: The How Guide - 11/11/2010

Southern Cooking - 9/16/2010

Discover

All About Cruising - 9/14/2010

Enjoying European Art Online Monthly

Education

CERT-Wyoming - TBA

CPR - 10/7/2010, 12/9/2010

First Aid - 9/9/2010, 11/18/2010

Lyman Book Discussion Group & Read the Movie Club - Ongoing

Mountain View Book Club - Ongoing

Solving Classroom Discipline Problems - Monthly

Substitute Teaching - 9/21/2010

Home, Garden, & Pets

Basic Home Repairs & Maintenance - 10/13/2010

Building Your Own Home - 9/15/2010

Kids Classes

Art for Kids I - 9/16/2010

Art For Kids II - 9/16/2010

Babysitting for Beginners - 9/11/2010

Fun With Science - 10/5/2010

Fun With Math - 11/2/2010

Musical Arts - Celebrate Music - 10/6/2010

Musical Arts - Discover Music - 11/3/2010

Musical Arts - Celebrate Christmas - 12/1/2010

Tumbling Level I - 9/21/2010

Tumbling Level II - 9/21/2010

Tumbling Level III - 9/21/2010

Tumbling Level IV - 9/21/2010

Parenting

Assisting Aging Parents - Monthly

Homeschool with Success - Monthly

Personal Growth

Simplify Your Life - 11/2/2010

Get Assertive! - Monthly

Sports & Recreation

Fly Fishing, Tying, and Casting - 9/14/2010

Morning Lap Swim - Ongoing

Nia I - 9/13/2010

Nia II - 9/8/2010

Water Aerobics - 9/13/2010

Warm Water Exercise - Ongoing

Nothing Kills a Class Quicker Than Not Registering Early…

PLEASE REGISTER EARLY!

Complete Descriptions

Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies

Artsy Scrapbooking
L Voss
VLC
$30.00
S15.00 Senior Citizens
T
6:30-9:30 pm

Mrs. Voss holds a bachelor of art degree. Her focus was in photography and collage. She loves to create fun and beautifully “artsy” places for family memories. It’s fun and fast! She will help you create at a more advanced level with an artsy flare. The class will have technique demonstrations as well as technical help. This is a good way to enjoy others company while you create and remember. Come ready to learn while you relax and create. The cost of the class includes a packet with all the scrapbooking pieces. This packet is different from other classes! Take one or any of these sessions.

Artsy Scrapbooking First Session

Starts: 9/21/2010
Ends: 9/21/2010
1 Session
Registration Deadline: 9/14/2010

Artsy Scrapbooking Second Session

Starts: 10/12/2010
Ends: 10/12/2010
1 Session
Registration Deadline: 10/4/2010

Artsy Scrapbooking Third Session

Starts: 11/16/2010
Ends: 11/16/2010
1 Session
Registration Deadline: 11/2/2010

Basic Beginning Quilting

G Niemi
VLC
$15.00
$7.50 Senior Citizens
TH
6:00-7:30 pm
Starts: 10/7/2010
Ends: 10/14/2010
2 Sessions

Do you want to learn beginner quilting the easy way? Beginner quilters often feel overwhelmed. That’s why we created this class. Sign-up and let Gale take you by the hand and show you the ropes. It’s easier than you think! Our first class will be a discussion about quilting supplies; rotary cutting and fabric (how much do you need and what goes together). You will have hands on experience as you cut out several blocks and receive instructions on how to sew them together properly. Take them to sew and bring the finished blocks to the next class for a Q & A session and discussion, followed up by a demo of different quilting techniques. Be sure and ask for a supply list when you sign up. Age 18+

Registration Deadline: 9/30/2010

Basic Drawing

C Littlejohn
LHS-Art Room
$35.00
$17.50 Senior Citizens
TH
7:00-9:00 pm

Have you always wanted to learn how to draw? This course will teach you all the basics you need to be a successful artist. Drawing is the most basic form of art and will influence how you use other media. Sign up for the session that is most convenient for you. Age 16+

Basic Drawing First Session

Starts: 9/9/2010
Ends: 9/30/2010
4 Sessions
Registration Deadline: 9/8/2010

Basic Drawing Second Session

Starts: 10/7/2010
Ends: 10/28/2010
4 Sessions
Registration Deadline: 10/6/2010

Crochet Basic

M Boyles
VLC
$6.00
$3.00 Senior Citizens
TH
7:00-8:30 pm
Starts: 9/16/2010
Ends: 9/16/2010
1 Session

Crocheting is a fun skill that can be used to make millions of beautiful things. This class will teach you the basic crochet skills. We will start with making a potholder pattern. You will be ready from there!

Registration Deadline: 9/9/2010

Christmas Card Class

S Reeves
VLC
$40.00
$20.00 Senior Citizens
W
6:15-9:00 pm
Starts: 10/6/2010
Ends: 10/13/2010
2 Sessions

In two nights, you’ll have your Christmas Cards done before Halloween! We will be stamping and embossing 35 cards, 7 designs/5 cards w/envelopes. You will need to bring your favorite adhesive, scissors & a personal 12 x12 paper cutter.

Registration Deadline: 9/27/2010

Crochet Edges

M Boyles
VLC
$6.00
$3.00 Senior Citizens
TH
7:00-8:30 pm
Starts: 10/14/2010
Ends: 10/14/2010
1 Session

This class will teach you how to crochet edges around pillowcases, baby blankets, and handkerchiefs. It is a wonderful way to personalize special gifts! Students must have basic crochet skills.

Registration Deadline: 10/7/2010

Ceramics

C Littlejohn
LHS-Art Room
$35.00
$17.50 Senior Citizens
S
7:00-9:00 pm

Make a beautiful piece of art or something useful for your home. This wonderful class will teach you the basic ceramic construction techniques, surface treatments and glazing. Sign up for the session that is most convenient for you. Take one or any of these sessions. Ages 16+

Ceramics First Session
Starts: 10/2/2010
Ends: 10/23/2010
4 Sessions
Registration Deadline: 9/30/2010

Ceramics Second Session
Starts: 11/6/2010
No classes 11/27/2010
Ends: 12/4/2010
4 Sessions
Registration Deadline: 9/30/2010

Digital Photography 101

S Anderson
VLC
$24.00
$12.00 Senior Citizens
S
9:00-3:00 pm
Starts: 10/9/2010
Ends: 10/9/2010
1 Session

Digital photography is here to stay and you can make your photos shine with this popular class! Topics for this class include: Camera options, picture resolution types, image correction, output options and e-mailing digital photos. Bring a lunch and your camera and learn the latest information on digital photography. In the afternoon you will have time to be in the computer lab and practice some photo editing techniques.

Registration Deadline: 10/7/2010

Nature/Still Life Photo Shoot & Critique

S Anderson
VLC
$24.00
$12.00 Senior Citizens
TH
6:00-8:00 pm
Starts: 9/16/2010
Ends: 9/30/2010
3 Sessions

The title says it all. This is a photo shoot and critique class. The first session we will discuss some of the most common mistakes made in photography and look at options to correct or minimize the problem. The second session the group will meet at VLC and then we will go out for a photo shoot using tips discussed. The third session the group brings their best (or worst, if you want suggestions) to be displayed and critiqued by the class.

Registration Deadline: 9/15/2010

Stamp-A-Stack

S Reeves
VLC
$20.00
$10.00 Senior Citizens
W
6:15-9:00 pm
Starts: 9/8/2010
Ends: 9/8/2010
1 Session

Don’t get caught at the last minute without a card! In one evening, you’ll be ready with fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Thank you, and Sympathy Cards. 5 designs/3 cards for each occasion. You will need to bring your favorite adhesive, scissors & a personal 12 x12 paper cutter.

Registration Deadline: 8/30/2010

Stationery Box

S Reeves
VLC
$20.00
$10.00 Senior Citizens
W
6:15-9:00 pm
Starts: 11/3/2010
Ends: 11/3/2010
1 Session

Who doesn’t like a gift that is made with love? You’ll be creating a beautiful stationery box with stamped cards enclosed to give to someone. You’ll also take home the pattern so that you can make more boxes to give to others. You will need to bring your favorite adhesive, scissors & a personal 12 x12 paper cutter.

Registration Deadline: 10/25/2010

Watercolors

C Littlejohn
LHS-Art Room
$25.00
$12.50 Senior Citizens
S
2:00-3:30 pm
Starts: 11/6/2010
Ends: 11/20/2010
3 Sessions

Learn different kinds of water color techniques to make your paintings sing. This class is perfect for artists of all abilities. Join us for three sessions and you will be able to make a beautiful painting for your home or as gifts this Christmas season. Ages 18+

Registration Deadline: 11/4/2010

Business, Career & Finance

Getting Back on Track

J Kennedy
VLC
Free
TH
7:00-8:30 pm
Starts: 11/4/2010
No Classes 11/25/2010
Ends: 12/2/2010
4 Sessions

This free class will give an in-depth look into personal finances and portfolios and how to get them back on track. We will be discussing numerous aspects of a portfolio including investments, life insurance, taxes and estate planning. Ages 18+ Registration Deadline: 11/3/2010

Start and Operate Your Own Home-Based Business

Ed2Go Instructor
Online
$70.00
WF
Starts: 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month
Ends: 6 weeks later
12 Sessions

Starting a home-based business is the hottest trend in today's challenging business environment! Learn how to be your own boss and eliminate the stress of having a job. The benefits of working from home are endless! Earn what you deserve, be independent, have tax deductions, do away with traffic, office politics and more! Learn how to develop the entrepreneurial qualities - motivation, discipline, creativity - that you will need to succeed! This class is a great way to start your own business or enhance the one you already have.

Go to www.ed2go.com/bv to sign up.

Computers

Basic Microsoft Office and Internet

A Littlejohn
LIS-Writing Lab
$20.00
$10.00 Senior Citizens
TH
4:00-5:00 pm
Starts: 9/2/2010
Ends: 9/30/2010
5 Sessions

Learn the basics of Microsoft Word, Publisher, Power Point, Excel, and Internet Web Browsers. This class will help anyone who wants to utilize the programs on their computer helping them to succeed in their education or career.

Registration Deadline: 9/1/2010

Adobe Photoshop

C Littlejohn
LIS-Writing Lab
$25.00
$12.50 Senior Citizens
S
4:30-6:30 pm
Starts: 9/11/2010
Ends: 9/25/2010
3 Sessions

In this class you will learn basic and advanced techniques to use the computer application Adobe Photoshop. We will start with basic photo adjustment, and then move to more creative uses of the program.

Registration Deadline: 9/9/2010

Digital Scrapbooking with Windows

A Littlejohn
VLC
$10.00
$5.00 Senior Citizens
S
10:00 am -12:00 pm
Starts: 10/16/2010
Ends: 10/16/2010
1 Sessions

Learn how to create digital scrapbooks using software already installed on your PC. These digital scrapbooks can have many different designs and organization. It is a very simple point and click program. Walk away with a totally finished CD and the knowledge to create DVD ’s of your digital scrapbook. You will need to bring your digital photos on a SD card or Flash drive plus a CDR or DVDR for your finished scrapbook to class. Ages 16+

Registration Deadline: 10/14/2010

Computers for Seniors - MS Publisher

G Dorcheus
VLC
Free
F
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Starts: 9/3/2010
Ends: 9/3/2010
1 Session

This class is for Senior Citizens only! Learn how to make personal greeting cards and send them to the ones you love. You can save a lot of money making your own greeting cards, and it’s fun too!

Registration Deadline: 9/2/2010

Computers for Seniors - Word

G Dorcheus
VLC
Free
F
9:00 am -12:00 pm
Starts: 9/10/2010
Ends: 9/10/2010
1 Session

This class is for Senior Citizens only! Come and learn from Glen how to use the word processor on a computer. In this program you will learn how to write letters and print them.

Registration Deadline: 9/9/2010

Computers for Seniors- Search the Internet

G Dorcheus
VLC
Free
F
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Starts: 9/17/2010
Ends: 9/17/2010
1 Session

This class is for Senior Citizens only! Come and learn from Glen how to search for information on the internet. The information you can get off the internet is endless and easy to find!

Registration Deadline: 9/16/2010

Computers for Seniors-Send and Receive Email

G Dorcheus
VLC
Free
F
9:00 - 12:00 pm
Starts: 9/24/2010
Ends: 9/24/2010
1 Session

This class is for Senior Citizens only! Come and learn from Glen how to send and receive e-mail from family and friends. It is an easy and less expensive way to keep in touch with those you care about!

Registration Deadline: 9/23/2010

Cooking & Entertaining

Basics to Wine Enjoyment

K Kiefat
VLC
$30.00
$15.00 Senior Citizens
F
7:00-9:00 pm
Starts: 10/15/2010
Ends: 10/15/2010
1 Session

You can’t judge a book by its cover so can you gauge a wines quality by its label? Find this information out and lots more. You will learn about different types of wines, learn how to pair food with wine, use proper stemware, store wine, serve wine, and select wines that suit the occasion and several fascinating facts. Ages 21+ (ID required)

Registration Deadline: 10/13/2010

Cent$ible Nutrition

B Mikesell
Lyman Town Hall
Free
TH
10:30 am -12:00 pm
Starts: 10/7/2010
Ends: 12/9/2010
8 Sessions

Registrations taken at the Valley Learning Center (782-6401 ) and through U.W. Extension (782-7423 ext. 3) The Cent$ible Nutrition Program offers free nutrition classes. Fun lessons including basic cooking, menu planning, saving money at the grocery store, reading food labels, feeding young children and more. Cent$ible Nutrition is designed to help families eat better for less. Participants receive a computer diet analysis and may qualify to receive a free cookbook.

Registration Deadline: 10/6/2010

Food Storage: The How Guide

M Boyles
VLC
$6.00
$3.00 Senior Citizens
TH
7:00-8:30 pm
Starts: 11/11/2010
Ends: 11/11/2010
1 Session

Have you ever wanted to learn how to build your food storage? Where do you buy it? Where and how do you store it? If so, this is the class you will want to attend. Mariette will teach you the basics plus answer all your questions. You don’t want to miss this one! Ages 18+

Registration Deadline: 11/4/2010

Southern Cooking

D James
LIS
$55.00
$27.50 Senior Citizens
TH
7:00-9:00 pm
Starts: 9/16/2010
Ends: 9/30/2010
3 Sessions

Dorothy’s father, who was born and raised in North Carolina, taught her a love for Southern Food. She will transfer that love to her students while they learn how to cook and enjoy eating some “down south cuisine.” If you love food… you do not want to miss this class! Dorothy’s classes fill quickly so sign up today!

Registration Deadline: 9/15/2010

Discover

All About Cruising

C Bluemel
VLC
$8.00
$4.00 Senior Citizens
T
7:00-9:00 pm
Starts: 9/14/2010
Ends: 9/14/2010
1 Session

If you can afford to take a hotel-based vacation, you can afford to take a cruise vacation. There are cruises available at all price ranges – from budget to luxury – and all represent perhaps the best value for your vacation dollar. Your cruise price includes your cabin, all meals (including the midnight buffet!), entertainment, parties, and of course, all transportation between all the ports on your itinerary. On most ships, alcoholic beverages and optional shore excursions are not included in the basic price. Planning a cruise can seem overwhelming, but if you’d like to “take the plunge” and go on a cruise come have Charlyn lead you through the steps. We’ll talk about cruise lines, seasons, places to visit and activities.

Registration Deadline: 9/7/2010

Enjoying European Art Online

Ed2Go Instructor
Online
$70.00
WF
Starts: 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month
Ends: 6 weeks later
12 Sessions

The art and architecture of Europe offers an overwhelming array of choices that is sure to exhaust even the most dedicated art lover. If you are planning a trip to Europe , or just want a better understanding of European art, this course will introduce you to the most important works of European art on a personal and familiar level. You'll learn where to find the works, how to get the most out of the viewing experience, and you'll receive a wealth of commentary and interesting historical information based on the instructor's deep love of art and culture and extensive travel experiences.

Go to www.ed2go.com/bv to sign up.

Education

CERT-Wyoming

K West
Free

Do you know what to do in case of an emergency? Become prepared by taking a CERT class. You will learn: Disaster Preparedness, Disaster fire suppression, disaster medical operations, light search and rescue, disaster psychology, and team organization. Contact Kim West @ 307-783-0327 or Sue Olree @ 307-783-0461 for upcoming classes and times.

CPR

A Nielson
VLC
$70.00
TH
6:00-8:00 pm

Do you need your CPR certificate? Sign up for the session that is most convenient for you. Register and pay at the Valley Learning Center

CPR First Session
Starts: 10/7/2010
Ends: 10/7/2010
1 Session
Registration Deadline: 10/5/2010

CPR Second Session
Starts: 12/9/2010
Ends: 12/9/2010
1 Session
Registration Deadline: 12/7/2010

First Aid

A Nielson
VLC
$70.00
TH
6:00-8:00 pm

Do you need your first aid recertification? Sign up for the session that is most convenient for you. Register and pay at the Valley Learning Center .

First Aid First Session
Starts: 9/9/2010
Ends: 9/9/2010
1 Session
Registration Deadline: 9/7/2010

First Aid Second Session
Starts: 11/18/2010
Ends: 11/18/2010
1 Session
Registration Deadline: 11/16/2010

Lyman Book Discussion Group & Read the Movie Club

S Worthen
Lyman Library
Free
Monthly
See Library for Schedule

Do you love to read and discuss books? The Lyman Branch Library has a program to meet your needs. Members all read the same book and then gather for an hour of discussion, friendship and refreshments. Books are provided free of charge by the library. Quarterly in January, April, July, and October the discussion expands to include a comparison of the movie version for the book with the “Read the Movie Club”. If you only want to commit to meeting every three months, this is the spot for you. New members are welcome. Join us today. Contact Susi Worthen 307-787-6556 .

Registration Deadline: N/A

Mountain View Book Club

N Duncan
Mountain View Library
Free
See Library for Schedule
Monthly

“Discussion enhances our own understanding of books as well as becoming a tool to enable us to formulate new ideas about the world around us.” – Anonymous

Do you like sharing your opinions with others? Do you like hearing viewpoints that differ from your own? Do you like discovering new authors? Has a book you’ve read ever changed the way you view life? Mountain View Library holds two book groups. One on the 2nd Monday of the month @ 1:00 pm and the other on the 4th Wednesday at 7:00 pm , both are held at the Mountain View Library. A book is chosen and ordered through the library, the group members purchase their own. Then they read the book and discuss it when they meet.

Registration Deadline: N/A

Solving Classroom Discipline Problems

Ed2Go Instructor
Online
$70.00
WF
Starts: 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month
Ends: 6 weeks later
12 Sessions

Why do some teachers enjoy peaceful, orderly classrooms while others face daily discipline battles? The answer is that some teachers know the secrets to solving discipline problems. This course reveals those secrets and presents a step-by-step approach to effective, positive classroom discipline.

Go to www.ed2go.com/bv to sign up.

Substitute Teaching

B Argyle
VLC
$85.00
T
6:00-9:00 pm
Starts: 9/21/2010
Ends: 11/9/2010
8 Sessions

Become a substitute teacher with a high school diploma (or GED®) and this class. This class is designed to prepare students to become substitute teachers. It will cover the use and application of lesson plans, elements of instruction, emergency plans, classroom organization, and behavior management skills. Students will learn about duties and job descriptions for all levels. This class is taught by a teacher who is also a substitute teacher trainer. Also guest speakers will present additional information. Successful completion of the course is based on attendance. Upon completion and with additional observation time, you can meet the requirements to become a certified substitute teacher in the state of Wyoming . Additionally, you will be required to undergo background checks to work in local school districts.

Registration Deadline: 9/16/2010

Home, Garden, & Pets

Basic Home Repairs & Maintenance

N Lemon
VLC
$55.00
$27.50 Senior Citizens
W
6:30-8:30 pm
Starts: 10/13/2010
Ends: 10/27/2010
3 Sessions

Learn how to do basic home repairs and remodeling jobs. Learn tips and tricks that professionals use to get it done fast, on budget, and high quality. Topics will include dry wall repair, painting, adjusting malfunctioning doors and additional topics suggested by the students.

Registration Deadline: 10/12/2010

Building Your Own Home

N Lemon
VLC
$55.00
$27.50 Senior Citizens
W
6:30-8:30 pm
Starts: 9/15/2010
Ends: 9/29/2010
3 Sessions

Don’t attempt to build your own home or hire a contractor to build a home without taking this course first. Topics will include estimating, scheduling, managing subcontractors, limiting liability and risks, and utilizing cost & energy saving practices and materials.

Registration Deadline: 9/14/2010

Kids Classes

Art for Kids I

L Voss
Lyman Town Hall
$80.00
TH 4:15 - 5:45 pm
Starts: 9/16/2010
Ends: 11/18/2010
10 Sessions

Mrs. Voss holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and has many years of experience teaching children. She has brought to young children a fun and exciting opportunity to experience art in a “hands on” fashion. Children will be introduced to basic art appreciation with an introduction to the types of art focusing on three areas: portraiture, still life and cityscape. The class will also experience some of the different art media and be using several different ones such as water color and pastel. In portraiture the child will create a self portrait using photography and water color. The still life project will be a drawn image of a toy done in pastels. The cityscape will be a poster using tissue paper and acrylic paint. All projects will be mounted and made ready for the Art Kids Art Walk in the spring where the children will show off their work. Age 6-9

Registration Deadline: 9/9/2010

Art For Kids II

L Voss
Lyman Town Hall
$80.00
TH
6:00-7:30 pm
Starts: 9/16/2010
Ends: 11/18/2010
10 Sessions

Mrs. Voss holds a bachelor of Art degree and has many years of experience teaching children. She has brought to young children a fun and exciting opportunity to experience art in a “hands on” fashion. Children will be introduced to the elements of art such as line, shape, color, and balance. The class will experience different media as well. There will be three different projects completed by this class. All projects will be mounted and made ready for the Art Kids Art Walk in the spring where the children will show their work. Child must have taken a previous Art for kid’s class. Ages 6-9

Registration Deadline: 9/9/2010

Babysitting for Beginners

T Hurdsman
VLC
$5.00
S
12:00-2:00 pm
Starts: 9/11/2010
Ends: 9/11/2010
1 Session

What does it take to be a great babysitter that people call back time and time again? Young babysitters will be making packets with games and activities to do with children they are taking care of. They will also learn how to change diapers and what it means to keep their focus on the children. If you want to be a great babysitter this is the class for you! Ages 10-14

Registration Deadline: 9/8/2010

Fun With Science

A Littlejohn
LIS-Science Room
$25.00
T
3:30-4:30 pm
Starts: 10/5/2010
Ends: 10/19/2010
3 Sessions

Kids will have a blast learning new and different science concepts through fun experiments! Sign up today kids classes fill up quickly! Ages 10+

Registration Deadline: 10/4/2010

Fun With Math

A Littlejohn
LIS-Science Room
$25.00
T
3:30-4:30 pm
Starts: 11/2/2010
Ends: 11/16/2010
3 Sessions

Kids, do you want to improve your math skills in a FUN way? Improve skills and play math games and activities by taking this class. Everyone will get a list of games to play at home to improve your math skills. Ages 10+

Registration Deadline: 11/1/2010

Musical Arts - Celebrate Music

M Beck
LHS-Art Room
$25.00
W
4:00-5:00 pm
Starts: 10/6/2010
Ends: 10/20/2010
3 Sessions

Celebrate Music! Come have fun while learning about music from around the world. We will make a new musical instrument and learn a new song each week. If your child loves music and crafts this is the class they will want to attend. Ages 6-11

Registration Deadline: 9/29/2010

Musical Arts - Discover Music

M Beck
LHS-Art Room
$25.00
W
4:00-5:00 pm
Starts: 11/3/2010
Ends: 11/17/2010
3 Sessions

Discover Music! Learn the story and songs behind the instruments we make from household items. Kids will recycle your “trash” into a beautiful sound. Ages 6-11

Registration Deadline: 10/27/2010

Musical Arts- Celebrate Christmas

M Beck
LHS-Art Room
$25.00
W
4:00-5:00 pm
Starts: 12/1/2010
Ends: 12/15/2010
3 Sessions

Drums, Bells, and harps! Learn the music of Christmas. We will make the instruments and learn Christmas songs to share with our families during the Christmas season. Ages 6-11

Registration Deadline: 11/18/2010

Tumbling Level I

C Saxton
LIS
$57.50
T
Final class-Saturday
4:00-5:00 pm
Starts: 9/21/2010
Ends: 11/17/2010
10 Sessions

Come join our popular and exciting tumbling class. Tumbling can help improve balance and coordination. Enjoy learning forward rolls, backward rolls, bridges, cartwheels, beginner handstands, and much more. All tumblers ages 4-5 are required to take this class before taking any higher levels. Classes fill quickly.

Registration Deadline: 9/21/2010

Tumbling Level II

C Saxton
LIS
$57.50
T
Final class-Saturday
5:00-6:00 pm
Starts: 9/21/2010
Ends: 11/17/2010
10 Sessions

Come join our popular and exciting tumbling class. Tumbling can help improve balance and coordination. Enjoy learning cartwheels, round-offs, handstands, kick-over’s, and beginning skills for Level III. All tumblers are required to take a Level II class prior to taking higher levels. (Tumblers ages 4-5 with coach’s approval.) Classes fill quickly.

Registration Deadline: 9/21/2010

Tumbling Level III

C Saxton
LIS
$57.50
T
Final class-Saturday
6:00-7:00 pm
Starts: 9/21/2010
Ends: 11/17/2010
10 Sessions

Come join our popular and exciting tumbling class. Tumbling can help improve balance and coordination. Enjoy learning cartwheels, round-offs, handstands, kick-over’s, beginner back walkovers, and beginning skills for Level IV. All Tumblers are required to take a Level II class prior to taking higher levels. Classes fill quickly.

Registration Deadline: 9/21/2010

Tumbling Level IV

C Saxton
LIS
$80.00
T
Final class-Saturday
6:00-7:30 pm
Starts: 9/21/2010
Ends: 11/17/2010
10 Sessions

After completing the required skills of Level II and III enjoy learning more advanced skills such as front handsprings, dive cartwheels, back extensions, back handsprings, and much more. Classes fill quickly. Students registering in this class must have verification from the coach that level meets class requirements.

Registration Deadline: 9/21/2010

Parenting

Assisting Aging Parents

Ed2Go Instructor
Online
$70.00
WF
Starts: 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month
Ends: 6 weeks later
12 Sessions

Are your parents in their golden years? Learning how to help parents or other loved ones through their transition can prepare us for our own. This compassionate and comprehensive class will give you the tools, techniques, and insights for this passage. Growing older is a part of life. Some aspects are joyful, some bittersweet, some frustrating, some frightening. You will learn what to expect, what to watch for, how to deal with physical and emotional challenges, and where to find resources to help. You'll understand the impact of retirement, learn how to choose a nursing home, and be prepared to deal with death. You'll learn about financial and legal considerations, health issues, and family interpersonal relationships. You'll be introduced to special communication skills, observation methods, and coping mechanisms to ease the burden for everyone involved. You'll learn to handle most of the challenges you will face while coming to appreciate and cherish the privilege of the journey.

Go to www.ed2go/bv to sign-up

Homeschool with Success

Ed2Go Instructor
Online
$70.00
WF
Starts: 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month
Ends: 6 weeks later
12 Sessions

Homeschooling can be a bit of a mystery if you're new to the topic. As you discover what you need to know to homeschool your children, you'll also become familiar with the terminology the homeschool community uses. To ensure you're well prepared to meet your children's needs, we'll discuss learning styles and how they affect homeschooling. You'll learn how to take your children out of school and make their transition to homeschooling both fun and effective. We'll talk about children that need extra attention, both special needs and gifted, and a variety of types of homeschooling so you can choose the one that best fits your family's lifestyle. When you finish this course, you'll have lots of information and guidance to plot your homeschooling course for years to come! Go to www.ed2go/bv to sign-up

Personal Growth

Simplify Your Life

D Hickman
VLC
$40.00
$20.00 Senior Citizens
T
7:00-9:00 pm
Starts: 11/2/2010
Ends: 11/23/2010
4 Sessions

We are all busy, and life is complicated. Less is more! We will be discussing ways to peel away the distractions and keep only what is joyful and meaningful to us. We will be using a new book by Leo Babauta. This book is included in your class fee.

Registration Deadline: 10/26/2010

Get Assertive!

Ed2Go Instructor
Online
$70.00
WF
Starts: 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month
Ends: 6 weeks later
12 Sessions

Are you tired of being intimidated and treated badly by others? Get the assertiveness training you need in order to be more confident and powerful with family members, friends, bosses, co-workers, professionals, service people, and even total strangers. Discover how you lose your power when you talk and what you can do to get it back. Learn how to deal with anger and criticism effectively. It's your turn to speak out!

Go to www.ed2go.com/bv to sign up.

Sports & Recreation

Fly Fishing, Tying, and Casting

J Levine
LHS
$50.00
$25.00 Senior Citizens
T
7:30-9:00 pm
Starts: 9/14/2010
Ends: 11/2/2010
8 Sessions

Fly fishing is a great way to relax and unwind. This class will cover everything you ever needed to know to become a great fisherman. We will learn fly fishing basics: Reading water and hatches. Fly tying: basics and patterns including leach, wooly worm, hopper, hares ear, coachman, and other popular flies. Fly casting: Back cast, forward cast, pick up & lay down cast, roll cast, and others. Sign up today! You don’t want to miss out on this class. Ages 14+

Registration Deadline: 9/7/2010

Morning Lap Swim

S Huntsman
Lyman Pool
$3/visit Pay at Pool
MWF
6:00-7:30 am
See LHS Pool for dates

Come to the pool and jump start your day with morning laps. What a great way to bless your heart.

Nia I

L Bader
Urie Elementary
$95.00
$47.50 Senior Citizens
M
5:30-6:45 pm
Starts: 9/13/2010
Ends: 12/20/2010
15 Sessions

“You will find yourself moving in new and rhythmic ways. The instructor’s enthusiasm about Nia is contagious. I appreciate Lisa’s personal interest in her students and her efforts to make certain that her students are “getting” the Nia moves.” – Suzanne M. Fort Bridger WY

Nia is a way to condition, heal and transform your body, mind and spirit. Nia blends movements and concepts derived from three movement forms: Martial arts (mindful precision), Dance Arts (personal expression) and Healing Arts (self-healing). Movements work with and against gravity and address the body’s 5 main sensations: Flexibility, strength, mobility, agility and stability to focus on conditioning. You will need to bring a bottle of water and wear comfortable clothing to move in. We may be on the floor at times so you may want a mat or towel as well. Those who sign up for Nia I and Nia II will receive and $10 discount for each class.

Nia II

L Bader
Urie Elementary
$95.00
$47.50 Senior Citizens
W
5:30-6:45 pm
Starts: 9/8/2010
Ends: 12/15/2010
15 Sessions

“I enjoy the Nia class very much. The exercises are like a dance, yet they help me build strength, balance, flexibility, and endurance.”- Bridger Valley Student Karen A.

Nia is a way to condition, heal and transform your body, mind and spirit. Nia blends movements and concepts derived from three movement forms: Martial arts (mindful precision), Dance Arts (personal expression) and Healing Arts (self-healing). Movements work with and against gravity and address the body’s 5 main sensations: Flexibility, strength, mobility, agility and stability to focus on conditioning. You will need to bring a bottle of water and wear comfortable clothing to move in. We may be on the floor at times so you may want a mat or towel as well. Those who sign up for Nia I and Nia II will receive and $10 discount for each class.

Water Aerobics

S Wakely
Lyman Pool
$45.00
$22.50 Senior Citizens
MW
6:00-7:00 pm
Starts: 9/13/2010
Ends: 11/3/2010
16 Sessions

Come and enjoy a good cardiovascular workout. You will get your heart rate up while toning your muscles. It’s a fun, painless way to get some exercise. You will need to register through the Valley Learning Center .

Registrations Deadline: 9/6/2010

Warm Water Exercise

S Huntsman
Lyman Pool
$30/month Pay at the Pool
$3/visit Pay at the Pool
MWF
7:30-8:30 am
See LHS Pool for dates

Join us for an hour of fun and moderate exercise in warm water. The water supports your body while it tones and helps to firm your muscles. Swimming skills are not required.

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