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Speed Up Your Reading
Learn simple techniques that will increase reading speed and comprehension as well as cut down on frustration and study time. Free to current IWCC college credit students. Instructor:Judy Marnin Fee $10
• PERDV 1*40 Atlantic M 09/08/2008 6:30-8:30PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-243-5527
• PERDV 1*41 Atlantic Th 10/09/2008 6:30-8:30PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-243-5527
Hunter Safety
Any individual born after January 1, 1967 who wishes to purchase a non-resident or resident hunting license shall be required to complete a Hunter's Education Course as prescribed by the Conservation Commission. This course will satisfy that requirement. Students must be 12 or older by the class date. Enrollment is first come, first serve. You must attend both days in order to receive a certificate. Fee $0
• PERDV 12*01 Council Bluffs Campus SSu 09/13/2008 9:00AM-4:00PM Looft Hall 010 2 sessions Call 712-325-3255
• PERDV 12*02 Council Bluffs Campus SSu 10/11/2008 9:00AM-4:00PM Looft Hall 017 2 sessions Call 712-325-3255
Library & Lunch/Book Discussion
Discuss favorite writers and books over lunch in the community room of your local library. Check with the library for specifics. Bring a sack lunch. FREE Fee $0
• PERDV 15*40 Anita T 09/09/2008 12:00-1:00PM Anita Library TBA 1 session Call 712-243-5527
• PERDV 15*44 Griswold W 09/17/2008 12:00-1:00PM Griswold Library TBA 1 session Call 712-234-5527
• PERDV 15*41 Anita T 10/14/2008 12:00-1:00PM Anita Library TBA 1 session Call 712-243-5527
• PERDV 15*45 Griswold W 10/15/2008 12:00-1:00PM Griswold Library TBA 1 session Call 712-234-5527
• PERDV 15*42 Anita T 11/11/2008 12:00-1:00PM Anita Library TBA 1 session Call 712-243-5527
• PERDV 15*46 Griswold W 11/19/2008 12:00-1:00PM Griswold Library TBA 1 session Call 712-234-5527
• PERDV 15*43 Anita T 12/09/2008 12:00-1:00PM Anita Library TBA 1 session Call 712-243-5527
• PERDV 15*47 Griswold W 12/17/2008 12:00-1:00PM Griswold Library TBA 1 session Call 712-234-5527
Library and Lunch
Discuss favorite writers and books over lunch in the community room of your local library. Check with the library for specifics. Bring a sack lunch. FREE Fee $0
• PERDV 15*52 Harlan T 09/09/2008 12:00-1:00PM Harlan Community Library TBA 1 session Call 712-755-3568
• PERDV 15*53 Harlan T 10/14/2008 12:00-1:00PM Harlan Community Library TBA 1 session Call 712-755-3568
• PERDV 15*54 Harlan T 11/11/2008 12:00-1:00PM Harlan Community Library TBA 1 session Call 712-755-3568
• PERDV 15*55 Harlan T 12/09/2008 12:00-1:00PM Harlan Community Library TBA 1 session Call 712-755-3568
Preparation for the Act
This workshop will focus on three major areas: Math, Science, and English. The instructors will help the student become familiar with the format and content of the ACT assessment. Books will be included in the cost. Bring a calculator, pencil, and notebook. Remember, the higher your test scores, the more financial aid will be available. Fee $49
• PERDV 30*01 Council Bluffs Campus S 10/18/2008 9:00AM-2:30PM Looft Hall 023 1 session Call 712-325-3255
Coffee and Conversation
Join this group of lively learners for educational and enjoyable sessions and activities featuring local speakers and current happenings. Fee $10
• PERDV 41*40 Atlantic M 09/08/2008 9:30-11:00AM Looft Hall 6 sessions Call 712-243-5527
Great Decisions
Join this lively discussion group for coffee. Topics include world current events and foreign policy. Fee $5
• PERDV 41*41 Atlantic M 10/27/2008 9:30-11:00AM Looft Hall 4 sessions Call 712-243-5527
Basic Conversational Spanish
You'll pick up useful phrases in no time in this beginning, simple Spanish class! Learn everyday expressions for business and travel in a fun, no pressure setting. Fee includes materials. Fee $139
• PERDV 50*01 Council Bluffs Campus Th 09/04/2008 5:30-7:30PM Looft Hall 102 10 sessions Call 712-325-3255
AARP Driver's Safety Program
The curriculum provides awareness of aging as it affects driving, offers compensation techniques, provides a thorough review of rules of the road, and emphasizes defensive driving practices. The class is open to drivers age 50 and older. No tests, no driving! Several insurance companies provide premium reductions to graduates. Fee $10
• PERDV 55*01 Council Bluffs Campus ThF 09/04/2008 9:00AM-1:00PM Looft Hall 023 2 sessions Call 712-325-3255
• PERDV 55*40 Atlantic ThF 09/25/2008 10:00AM-3:00PM Looft Hall 2 sessions Call 712-243-5527
• PERDV 55*02 Shenandoah ThF 10/09/2008 10:00AM-3:00PM Looft Hall 2 sessions Call 712-246-1499
Amish Life: Jamesport, Missouri
Jamesport is the home to Missouri's largest Amish Community. We will tour the countryside, learn about the history and religion of it's people, explore shops along the way. Included in the cost: bus travel, lunch meal at Dutch Pantry, cost of guide. Registrations must be in and paid by Sept. 9th. Fee $69
• PERDV 99*08 Council Bluffs Campus T 09/16/2008 8:00AM-9:30PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-325-3255
Annual Shelby County Women's Conf.: Believe in the Magic
Treat yourself to an evening of networking, personalized health assessments, business booths, dinner, style show, and lively speakers. Presenters are Lee Cole, master comedian and magician, and David Zimmer, teacher, coach, principal and motivational speaker. Held at the Therkildsen Center, downtown Harlan. Fee $20
• PERDV 99*50 Harlan M 09/08/2008 3:30-8:30PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-755-3568
Business Basics for Home Daycare Providers
Record keeping, taxes, contracts and policies. Organizational materials and books provided. Contact Toni Stork at 800-945-9778 to pre-register. Fee $20
• PERDV 99*40 Atlantic S 11/15/2008 8:00AM-12:00PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-243-5527
Conversational Spanish
Pick up useful phrases in no time in this beginning, simple Spanish class. Learn everyday expressions for business and other uses in a no pressure setting. No prior knowledge of Spanish required. Class designed to meet the needs of the participants. Fee includes textbook. Fee $75
• PERDV 99*56 Harlan W 10/29/2008 6:30-8:30PM Center TBA 6 sessions Call 712-755-3568
Danish-American Genealogical Sources
Instructor: Michele McNabb Fee $20
• PERDV 99*401 Atlantic T 09/09/2008 6:00-8:30PM Center 1 session Call 712-243-5527
• PERDV 99*402 Atlantic Th 09/11/2008 6:00-8:30PM Center 1 session Call 712-243-5527
• PERDV 99*53 Elk Horn Th 09/11/2008 6:00-8:30PM Center 1 session Call 712-755-3568
Finding the Right Hairstyle for You
Is your hair drab and unfashionable? This online class provides professional mentoring and hair care how-to. Topics include but not limited to: what is right for you, hair type and texture, shampoos, styling products, stretching your $$ between appointments. Barb will superimpose your image and record on videotape for you to take to your hairdresser. Self paced. Open 24 hours. Don't forget to include your e-mail address when you register. Fee $79
• PERDV 99*13 On-line 09/30/2008 - Center 0 session Call 712-325-3255
Genealogy Research Using Newspapers
Newspapers can be great resources. Learn how to effectively use them in your research. Instructor: Michele McNabb Fee $20
• PERDV 99*407 Atlantic M 11/03/2008 6:00-8:00PM Center 1 session Call 712-243-5527
Genealogy Research-Beyond Censuses
An introduction to tax lists and city & county directories. Instructor: Michele McNabb Fee $20
• PERDV 99*408 Atlantic M 11/10/2008 6:00-8:30PM Center 1 session Call 712-243-5527
Girlfriend's Wine and Jazz Retreat: Elms Resort and Spa
How long has it been since your girlfriends had two days of pampering and fun!! A trip to Excelsior Springs, Mo. is the trip for you. We will enjoy sampling wine from all over the world along with jazz music and art vendors. We will have time to shop in quaint stores plus you can reserve various spa options. Cost of the trip includes bus trip, double room, wine sampling, jazz music, dinner and breakfast. Lunch is on your own plus spa options are optional. Reservations must be in and paid for by Sept. 30 Fee $198
• PERDV 99*12 Council Bluffs Campus SSu 10/11/2008 8:00AM-2:00PM Center 2 sessions Call 712-325-3255
Introduction to Civil War Re-Enacting
Participants will be given information and instruction on everything a re-enactor needs to have a fun, interesting, and safe time on and off the "battlefield." Topics will cover dress, etiquette, weapons use and safety, military and civilian opportunities and tentative 2009 event schedules that you can participate in. The instructor will have additional re-enactors present to assist in the instruction where applicable. Fee $49
• PERDV 99*14 Council Bluffs Campus Th 09/18/2008 6:30-8:00PM Looft Hall 010 5 sessions Call 712-325-3255
Johnny the Bagger
A lesson in good customer service. Fee $49
• PERDV 99*02 Council Bluffs Campus T 09/09/2008 9:00AM-12:00PM Looft Hall 006 1 session Call 712-325-3255
Legal Concerns of Second Marriage Partners
Four sessions designed to help individuals 50 years old and older face the legal concerns associated with a second marriage. Session 1: Legal implications of marriage that automatically effect partners; Session 2: Pre-marital Agreements, Session 3: Case studies of why pre-marital agreements fail in court, Session 4: Traps that change pre-nuptial agreements. Cost: $89 per person or $169 per couple. Fee $89
• PERDV 99*03 Council Bluffs Campus T 09/16/2008 6:30-8:00PM Looft Hall 023 4 sessions Call 712-325-3255
• PERDV 99*04 Council Bluffs Campus T 10/14/2008 6:30-8:00PM Looft Hall 2 sessions Call 712-325-3255
Let's Go Shopping: Mall of America
Come join us for the ultimate Shopping Trip!! The Mall of America has over 520 stores and 50 restaurants. The cost of the trip includes the bus trip and the motel stay plus an enhanced continental breakfast. All registrations and costs must be in Oct. 15th. Fee $149
• PERDV 99*09 Council Bluffs Campus FS 10/24/2008 7:00AM-10:00PM Looft Hall 2 sessions Call 712-325-3255
Medicare Advantage Plan
This presentation will give an introduction to Medicare Advantage plans, including how they compare to the traditional Medicare program and the types of plans available in Iowa. Be informed! Fee $0
• PERDV 99*48 Atlantic T 10/28/2008 10:00-11:30AM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-243-5527
Medicare Basics: Parts A, B, and D
Are you turning age 65 soon? Will you continue to work or retire? Find out what Medicare will do for you at this informational session provided by SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program). Information on Medicare Parts A, B, and D will be presented. Held at the Therkildsen Activity Center. Free Fee $0
• PERDV 99*52 Harlan T 10/28/2008 5:15-6:30PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-755-3568
Medicare Prescription Drug Part D Coverage
During the next couple of months Iowans on Medicare are going to receive a lot of information about changes to Medicare Part D drug plans and other benefits for 2009. Be able to make good decisions about your 2009 benefits. Fee $0
• PERDV 99*47 Atlantic T 09/23/2008 10:00-11:30AM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-243-5527
Networking- the Art and Fun of Networking
The objectives for the class are: Define networking, Identify the benefits of networking, Discuss the challenges of networking, Examine ways of networking, and Develop a personal plan for networking. Fee $49
• PERDV 99*17 Council Bluffs Campus W 09/17/2008 9:00AM-12:00PM Looft Hall 023 1 session Call 712-325-3255
On-Line Danish Genealogical Sources
Instructor: Michele McNabb Fee $20
• PERDV 99*403 Atlantic T 09/16/2008 6:00-8:30PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-243-5527
• PERDV 99*404 Atlantic Th 09/18/2008 6:00-8:30PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-243-5527
Online Danish Genealogical Sources
Don't know Danish? Here's an introduction to some useful and popular Danish genealogical websites. Held at the Danish Immigrant Museum Family History & Genealogy Center in Elk Horn. Fee $20
• PERDV 99*54 Elk Horn Th 09/18/2008 6:00-8:30PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-755-3568
Ortho-Bionomy
Get in touch with your body. Sore muscles as a result of yard work? Need a stress reliever? Sheila Kroll will lead you in easy, low impact exercises to nurture yourself. Sheila is a Registered Advanced instructor and practitioner of Ortho-Bionomy. Held at Harrisdale Homestead; evening meal included. Fee $29
• PERDV 99*45 Atlantic T 09/30/2008 5:30-8:00PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-243-5527
Parenting Your Parents
This on-line class provides mentoring and step-by-step techniques and strategies to take care of your aging parents. Topics include: relationship between you and parents, confronting independence, medical care options, living arrangement options, managing finances, where to go for support and resources for both yourself and your parents. Complete on your own time. Include your e-mail address when you register. Fee $49
• PERDV 99*10 Council Bluffs Campus 09/30/2008 - Looft Hall 0 session Call 712-325-3255
Researching Danish Ancestors in Slesvig-Holsten
Were they Danish or German? Learn how to find information about Danish ancestors who lived under two flags. Held at the Danish Immigrant Museum Family History & Genealogy Center in Elk Horn. Fee $20
• PERDV 99*55 Elk Horn Th 09/25/2008 6:00-8:30PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-755-3568
Researching Danish/German Ancestors in Slesvig-Holsten
Instructor: Michele McNabb Fee $20
• PERDV 99*405 Atlantic T 09/23/2008 6:00-8:30PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-243-5527
• PERDV 99*406 Atlantic Th 09/25/2008 6:00-8:30PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-243-5527
Researching Your Female Ancestry
Instructor: Michele McNabb Fee $20
• PERDV 99*409 Atlantic M 11/17/2008 6:00-8:00PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-243-5527
Stepfamilies: Making It Work
This workshop will discuss unrealistic expectation or myths about stepfamilies, the difference betweeen nuclear and stepfamilies, the "divorce stage", single parent stage growth and setups for complications, remarriage and many other issues. Fee $49
• PERDV 99*11 Council Bluffs Campus S 10/04/2008 9:00AM-1:00PM Looft Hall 010 1 session Call 712-325-3255
Women of Excellence Conference
Author Nancy Leigh Harless will give the keynote titled Womankind - Connection & Wisdom Around the World, lunch to follow and an afternoon of breakouts, the Leadership/CEO Panel, the Political Woman, a program entitled, The Purse Driven Life, Hypotherapy, Changing Lives by Changing Minds, Woman and Finance and more. Fee $99
• PERDV 99*16 Council Bluffs Campus W 10/29/2008 9:00AM-4:00PM Looft Hall TBA 1 session Call 712-325-3255
Writer's Seminar and Workshop
Jean Tennant's Writer's Seminar is for anyone who is interested in writing books of fiction, or non-fiction, short stories, children's books, poetry, text books, and other works. Topics presented will be selecting a great manuscript idea, locating the right publisher, copywriting your manuscript, writing a query letter, and much more. Fee $49
• PERDV 99*05 Council Bluffs Campus Th 11/06/2008 4:00-9:00PM Looft Hall 1 session Call 712-325-3255
You're on the Air, How to Really Make It in Voice Over
You don't have to be an actor to get voice-over work! Dan Levine, a well known commercial producer and Tony Award composer will discuss voice-over techniques in a recorded portion of the class. Terry Daniel will introduce students to the business as a whole. You will also practice recording. Fee $29
• PERDV 99*07 Council Bluffs Campus W 10/01/2008 7:00-9:00PM Looft Hall 006 1 session Call 712-325-3255