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9:30am – 10:30am • 100 Level Classes

• Sign Up Aerobics- Low Impact

  Calling both men and women! Come exercise in a spacious room which enables the body to move with the music. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a small towel.

• Class Full Android Smartphones

  This is the class to help you if you are new to Android Smartphones or want to be more comfortable using your phone. The class will cover the basics, apps: the value of apps and how to download, plus things you did not know you can do with a smartphone. You will learn how to take better photos with your phone and basic editing of your photographs. Learn how to keep your phone running smoothly and so much more.

• Class Full Calligraphy

  Hear the compliments when you apply calligraphy to notes, cards and envelopes. It’s easy and fun, too. Good penmanship is not a prerequisite! A $10.00 supply fee is payable to the instructor on the first day of class.

• Class Full Cornerstones

  A study of the personalities of the twelve apostles and why Jesus chose them.

• Sign Up Current Events

  Do you have an opinion concerning what is going on in the world around you? Would you be willing to share with other people who may agree or disagree with you in a collegial environment? Then you would enjoy the session on “Current Events”. You can bring virtually any issue to the session and the folks there will listen and share their opinions. This is a place where controversial issues are discussed in a civil manner. Come and join in.

• Sign Up Death, Taxes & Investing

  Death is certain, taxes are inevitable, and investments are a matter of opinion. All three of these areas inter-connect and can trigger untold problems for your or your loved ones without proper planning and information. Learn how to create an orderly transition when you “check out” so you don’t have to leave total chaos. In this class you will learn how to overcome many of the obstacles, learn the questions you need to ask, and leave with a TO-DO List to get you headed in the right direction.

• Class Full DIY Toxin Free Living with Essential Oils

  Are you tired? Can’t lose weight? Trouble sleeping? All these things (and more!) are toxins in your home. Come learn natural alternatives. The Dirty Dozen and their cousins are reeking havoc with you! Make natural hand cleaners, toe nail support, body care and more!

• Sign Up Eight Weeks to Wellness

  Would you like to learn how to avoid cancer, heart disease or diabetes? Each week we will discuss different topics that will help you learn how to do just that! Topics covered include, nutrition and supplements, toxicity and deficiency, self assessment and so much more!

• Sign Up Georgia Exploration

  From the land of trembling earth in the Okefenokee Swamp to the trout streams of the north Georgia mountains, the state of Georgia transforms itself at every turn with its beauty that is unsurpassed. Georgia bursts forth in celebrations of landscapes, cities, history, and hospitality. Join us as we learn more about this glorious region that is known for pecans and peaches, Cabbagetown and Cabbage Patch, golf and gators. Let’s explore Georgia together!

• Sign Up Line Dance-Improver

  Students need to know basic line dance steps and step terminology. Leather sole shoes recommended for best movement.

• Sign Up Reflections on Elections

  From the Constitutional Convention of 1787 to recent elections, the United States presidency has been pursued by many colorful individuals. With the exceptions of impeachment and resignation, this class will look at elections prior to the 1950’s to avoid “current events”. The peaceful transition of the most powerful office in the world has long been surrounded with controversy, some cases chicanery and in some cases corruption (in the eyes of the beholders). The class is a-political and presented in a light hearted manner with many tid-bits and perspectives that make our president and electoral process come alive like never before.

• Sign Up SAIL: Stay Active & Independent for Life

  Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a strength, balance and fitness program for aging adults. Performing exercises that improve strength, balance and fitness are the single most important activity that adults can do to stay active and reduce their chance of falling. The entire curriculum of activities in the SAIL program can help improve strength and balance. Light hand weights are used and all levels of fitness are welcome. Most of this class is standing but modifications are available for seated. This class will make you stronger, feel better, stay active and prevent falls. Please bring hand weights with you for class.

10:45am – 11:45am • 200 Level Classes

• Class Full Beginning Line Dance

  This class is a great aerobic workout to music. Come and learn basic line dance steps to a variety of music. This is a fun class for men and women.

• Sign Up Bible Journaling-The Art of Faith (Beginners)

  Faith and Art, no art experience needed. In this class, you will learn how to visually bring scriptures alive in your bible, or art journal. There is a $10 supply fee to be paid to the instructor on the first day of class.

• Sign Up Bible Journaling-The Art of Faith (Returning)

  Faith and Art-continue to expand on your visual expression of the scriptures. There is a $10 supply fee to be paid to the instructor on the first day of class.

• Sign Up Book Review & Discussion w/CCPLS

  Each week a different member of the Cobb County Library staff will discuss book topics such as fiction, history, inspiration, travel and more–suggesting several books to read. This is an opportunity to expand your knowledge and learn of books to enhance your experience.

• Sign Up Comparative Religion

  This comparative religion class is concerned with the systematic comparison of the doctrines and practices of the world’s major religions. In general the comparative study of religion yields a deeper understanding of the fundamental philosophical concerns of religion such as ethics, metaphysics, and the nature and form of salvation. The study of such material is meant to give the individual a richer and more sophisticated understanding of human beliefs and practices regarding the sacred, spiritual and divine.

• Sign Up Cowboys, Indians & Others

  There is a fascination with the Great American West. Americans moving into a new land beyond the Appalachian Mountains into the Louisiana Territory and on to the west coast after the War with Mexico opened up a new and exciting land. The gold rushes increased this movement and the characters this movement produced is exciting. This class will start with “Myths” of the west and identify critical areas in the movement. Learn about, Great Cultures, Conflicts, Legendary Women and Characters of the West. The class is discussion based, with hard copy maps and is a spin-off of the Spirits of The Great American West that has been presented to over 1700 students.

• Sign Up Events that Shaped & Changed Our Country

  In our country’s history, many events have occurred and impacted our country to contribute to our growth. Among those to be considered are: The Constitutional Convention (and Bill of Rights), Louisiana Purchase, Monroe Doctrine, Building of the First Transcontinental Railroad, the Panama Canal, etc. We will discuss the events in an informal manner with opportunity for comments and questions.

• Class Full Hard STUFF Planning

  So you have reached a time in your life where you need a plan for your investments, savings, home & the general stuff collected over the years of your life. What do you do – who do you need – what are your options?!? This class is designed to answer these questions and more – such as: Selecting an Advisor, Investing tools and portfolios, Wills, Trusts, Health Care directives, & Powers of Attorney. An Attorney and a Financial Adviser share their combined knowledge to help you through the HARD planning we all need to do sooner rather that when it’s to late.

• Sign Up History of the Mystery

  Let me be your guide to the thrilling world of mysteries. Together we will explore the different genres in the mystery field from detective stories, police procedurals, thrillers, suspense, spy capers, true crimes and ghost stories.

• Sign Up Introduction to Genealogy

  Leave a family legacy, become a detective and learn your family history. Gain strength and encouragement through new-found knowledge about how they survived immense hardships and impossible moves that got them to your location/generation. We will concentrate on two short-cuts that will get you quick results.

• Sign Up Qigong

  Qigong has been used for centuries for overall health and wellbeing. In this class the student will learn a series of gentle flowing movements that will have a positive effect on all the joints of the body.

• Sign Up Strength Training & Balance

  All fitness levels are welcome. Improve your quality of life. This class is designed specifically for seniors and can improve strength and balance as well as increase bone density. You will learn the proper technique to perform these exercises. It’s never too late to build muscle! Bring your own weights (3 to 8 lbs.) to class.

• Sign Up The New Retirement

  The New Retirement– it’s not an ending but- A New Beginning. Have your best Retirement Life Journey. A creative and interactive class for individuals and couples seeking to maximize their second half experience. We will address Unique Financial and the equally important, Non-Financial aspects of THE NEW RETIREMENT lead by your Coach who has been living and learning this journey personally for 10+ years. A totally new class that will stretch your thinking, strategies, and options to enjoy the gift of the second half of life.

• Sign Up Write Your Book Now!

  You’ve been talking for years about writing *that* book. Maybe it’s a novel; maybe it’s a memoir; maybe it’s a collection of essays your great aunt Gussie wrote during the Spanish-American war. The point is, the book can’t write itself. Only you can do that. Learn some writing strategies, how to organize, and pick up some tips about storytelling, too. Best of all, get feedback on your project from classmates, all of whom will share some of your questions and concerns. Instructor Josh Langston has authored a dozen novels, several short story collections, and four textbooks on writing in addition to editing the ELM anthologies. $10 textbook, email access, and a word processor are required.

9:30am – 11:30am` • 300 Level Classes

• Sign Up Advanced Computers

  Win 10 – creates a new version every 6 Months: November & April. We cover all the latest additions and changes. New functions, configuration options, maintenance & apps. Internet, Network & WiFi setup, configuration, security Internet browser (Edge, Firefox, Chrome, Opera) secrets, Online banking, Online data & photo storage. Data storage options. Backup procedures. Disaster recovery. Free Office Suites, utilities, tools, apps & programs available. Non-structured class starts at 9:30 am. Discussion group & individual help starts at 9 AM and continues after class. 

• Sign Up Art of Fiction

  This class session we will cover three outstanding 20th century novels from African-American novelists Zora Neale Hurston, Ralph Ellison and Alice Walker. As always, our quest will be to understand and appreciate what makes these novels unique and deserving of a place in the literary canon of great American novels. The novels we will consider are Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God, Ellison’s Invisible Man and Walker’s The Color Purple. These works were both acclaimed and critiqued upon their publication, and among the questions we will ask of them is whether they deserved the praise or the blame bestowed on them. Come and weigh in for yourself! We will have good discussions, great fun, and yes, we will learn a few things, too! Great stuff.

• Class Full Basket Weaving

  Come and make a beautiful basket (or 2) for your home or as a gift! We will offer projects accessible to all and offer hand-on help in each class. Cost per project payable to the instructor.

• Sign Up Chair Caning

  You will learn how to cane your chair or stool. The project should be cleaned and ready to cane in either herringbone or French cane method. Pay instructor for supplies. Call instructor with questions. Herkoltz 770-434-5383; Jarman 770-424-1198

• Class Full From Page to Stage

  Calling all booklovers and movie fans! Can a “good” movie be made of a “good” book? We’ll read three classic books and view three movies made of them. Then we’ll discuss the books themselves and their movie versions. What is each book about and how does it speak to us? What edits have moviemakers made in bringing the books to screen? How does using this medium affect our perceptions? The selections are To Kill a Mockingbird (Harper Lee), The Grapes of Wrath (John Steinbeck), and Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen). Please bring your own copies of the books; the movies will be shown in class.

• Sign Up Intermediate Bridge

  This class is the next step for beginning bridge players and for people returning to bridge. Above all, we have fun.

• Sign Up Knitting & Crochet

  New and experienced knitters and crocheters welcome. Come join our group to complete a project or start a new one. Get help with a difficult technique or learn new ones. If you don’t knit or crochet but want to learn, we can teach you the basics.

• Sign Up Needle Arts A.M.

  Bring your own project to work on. We all have projects we have not finished. This class provides a time to work on your own but in a fun, helping atmosphere. Embroidery, counted cross stitch, and any other needle art you know how to do. Not a class for intensive or detailed instruction.

• Sign Up Open Studio Acrylic Painting

  Bring your acrylic paints, canvases, and brushes and enjoy painting with others. Short videos will be shown covering different techniques used in acrylic painting. No formal instruction will be given, but there will be lots of peer encouragement!

• Sign Up Play Texas Hold ‘Em for Fun

  Ready to try a new card game? Tournament Poker is popular, fun and exciting. We will cover the basics, strategies and we’ll play a lot. We will primarily play No Limit Texas Hold ‘Em , but will also cover Limit Texas Hold ‘Em. Easy to learn, so give it a try!

• Class Full Quiltmaker

  Construct a baby/youth or lap quilt top using your choice of fabrics. Pattern and supply list will be provided. Basic sewing skills and a few supplies will be needed. You can even bring your own project to work on as part of our quilting bee.

• Sign Up Stained Glass- Lead Came Method

  Learn the lead came or foil methods of doing stained glass. Hands on training. A $20 supply fee is due on the first day of class, paid to the instructor. The lead came will be available to purchase at cost. For more information call the instructor at (770) 401-4026. Students MAY NOT take both stained glass classes in the same session.

1:00pm – 2:00pm • 400 Level Classes

• Sign Up Famous Crimes

  Why study famous crimes? What can we learn by interesting ourselves in themisfortunes of others? Each crime is a cautionary tale that allows us to learn from the mistakes of others. The Famous Crimes covered in this class may be local or international, current or in the past. Crimes will not be repeated from previous classes.

• Sign Up Funny Bone Storytelling

  Learn how to be a storyteller, and enjoy the stories told by international storytellers and also by the classmates who choose to tell their stories. Together we will “tell the tale” and “spin the yarns” of yesterday and today including – our stories, limericks, fables, shaggy dog stories. Since seniors are societies consummate storytellers, we will also learn how to create compelling stories about our selves and family members in order to pass on our “living legacy”.

• Sign Up Genealogy for ALL, lets have fun!

  From start to more advanced steps in genealogy. What you will discover in your family tree is Your story! From websites, to church records and discovering the unknown places to look for records – this class will open the doors to your story.

• Sign Up Live Well in the New Year

  Each week, Barbara, a Registered Dietitian, will discuss a different nutrition or healthy aging topic, including some recently published books. Even if you have taken a class with Barbara before, she continually updates the course material. Great information and handouts for anyone who wants to live well and stay healthy.

• Class Full Mindful Arts of Tai Chi

  Tai chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind, body, and spirit. In this class, students will learn Sun style tai chi. Sun style uses a higher posture and has less kicks and punches than other forms of tai chi. Numerous studies have shown tai chi improves balance, lowers blood pressure, increases mindfulness, muscular strength, flexibility, fitness, and improves immunity.

• Sign Up Real Estate for Seniors: When is it time to Move on Down the Road?

  Are you “aging in place” or selling the house you’ve lived in for 30+ years? This information packed class is tailor-made for the senior who wants up-to-date real estate information, resources and answers to their housing needs. 

• Class Full Sudoku

  Each week I will introduce two new puzzles, one easy and one more difficult depending on the makeup of the class. You will work the puzzle you choose for about 30 minutes and then we will have a discussion regarding various solving strategies. I will present my approach to working the grid and participants will share what works for them. This class will help you solve more puzzles and increase the difficulty of the puzzles you attempt.

• Class Full Yoga for Joint Health

  This gentle class introduces basic yoga poses, breathing techniques and relaxation methods at a slower pace and in a safe environment. Learn about your muscles, bones and joints as you move, stretch and strengthen your body. Modifications for poses offered. All levels are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat.

1:00pm – 3:00pm • 500 Level Classes

• Sign Up Advanced Chair Caning

  Students should have done at least 3 herring bone or 2 French caned chairs. For French Cane, students will be working advanced patterns such as daisy, star of David, snowflake and plantation using mixed sizes of cane. For Herring bone, students will work diamond, X and non-standard patterns both regular (repeating), irregular repeating and nonrepeating patterns (i.e. tree-star-quilt, etc.) Pay instructor for supplies.

• Sign Up Baha’u’llah Teachings on Our Spiritual Reality

  This course provides a glimpse at Baha’u’llah’s (the Founder of the Baha’i Faith) teachings on our spiritual reality, re-emphasizing the essential spirit of all major Faiths clothed in a language that we can all understand and relate to. The Founder of this Faith was a prisoner and exile of the Persian and Ottoman empires during the course of His entire Revelation (1852-92). A $5 class fee is payable to the instructor on the first day of class.

• Sign Up Bridge for Fun

  Knowledge of Bridge is necessary. Have fun playing. Cards and score pads are provided.

• Class Full Card Stamping 101

  Have you ever received a handmade card? Come learn how to make your own all occasion cards from “Get Well Wishes”, to “Thinking of You”, or “Happy Birthday”. Each week we will make two cards. Supply fee of $20 will be collected by instructor on the first day of class.

• Sign Up Finished Art

  Do you have any art projects to finish? Or no space to inspire you at home? Then this open arts class is for you. There will NOT be any instruction– you are on your own but with the time and place to work with others.

• Sign Up Frame It Up

  Do you have a photo, an art piece, or a drawing you’d like to have Framed? In this class you will learn everything you need to know to professionally Frame your own piece. Small fee for framing materials payable to the Instructor (fee based of materials chosen).

• Sign Up Hand & Foot Canasta for Beginners

  This class is designed for the beginner. Come and learn the difference between a “dirty or clean canasta” and what it takes to “meld”. This will be a good refresher session for those who haven’t played recently. All are welcome: men and women.

• Sign Up Hand & Foot Canasta for Fun

  This class is for experienced players to enjoy an afternoon playing and meeting other experienced players.

• Sign Up Mexican Train Dominoes for ALL

  A fun game played with dominoes and enjoyed by all ages. No memory work required. No experience needed. Beginners through experienced players welcome. We use double 12 dominoes and follow written instructions.

• Sign Up Needle Arts P.M.

  Come join in with a fun group of needle workers. All needle and thread arts welcome; knit, crochet, embroidery, applique, quilting, etc. All levels of experience welcome. Want to learn a new skill, we will help you.

• Sign Up Photography- Rediscovering the Joy

  A hands-on discussion forum on the various aspects of enjoying your photography more each day. Tips and techniques in shooting and processing your photographs and sharing them with friends. Short photo assignments and reviewing your images for suggestions such as composition, lighting, black and white versus color, etc.

• Sign Up Pine Needle Basket Coiling- Beginner

  New students will learn to coil long leaf pine needles into small baskets and bowls using basic techniques. Learn to prepare the pine needles, start and end a basket, and coil a basket using the split stitch. Beginner kit will be $30 due to instructor on the first day of class. Homework is necessary to learn this historic Native American craft. This class is limited to first-time students.

• Sign Up Pine Needle Basket Coiling- Returning

  Students with some experience coiling baskets will advance their technique by learning additional stitches such as swirling basic, V, fern, and ti and the use of alternate thread types. Learn to add beads and colorful wraps. Stretch your imagination to create an unlimited variety of baskets.

• Sign Up Powerful Tools for Caregivers

  An educational program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. You will benefit from this class whether you are helping a parent, spouse, friend, someone who lives at home, in a nursing home, or across the country.

• Sign Up Return of the Woodcarvers

  Do you have an unfinished carving piece that you’ve been wanting to complete or a new piece you’ve been wanting to carve? I will be there to guide you and offer suggestions to help you complete your piece. You will need to bring your own carving tools and supplies. This is not a beginner class, you need to have a basic knowledge of carving.

• Sign Up Seven Biggest European Decades 1805-1875

  Each class shall cover one decade of history from 1805 to 1875. This period saw the European powers at their zenith of World power and influence with colonies everywhere. The countries of the Western hemisphere traced their heritages from European cultures.

• Class Full Stained Glass-Copper Foil

  Learn while making great gifts. 10% lecture, 90% hands on training. Beginners and novices get special attention, intermediates, advanced, and pros get help when required. $20 supply fee due on first day of class to instructor. For more information, call instructor at 770-795-9431. Students MAY NOT take both AM & PM classes in same session.