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‘Tell me, and I forget. Teach me, and I remember. Involve me, and I learn.’
–Benjamin Franklin.
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Good morning Lifelong Learners:
The Center for Lifelong Learning team and our instructors are happy to bring to you this exclusive preview of the new Summer 2022 classes we have created with you in mind. Spend part of your summer having fun and learning.
Make sure you scroll all the way down to the bottom of the newsletter to preview the new summer classes and trips.
See you in class!
Ana Smith
Manager
Center for Lifelong Learning
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Beyond the Field Guide: Woodpeckers
with Jeff Babson
Woodpeckers are vocal, colorful birds that are conspicuous
components of the local avifauna. They have remarkable
adaptations for their head-banging lifestyle, excavate their
own nests that are then homes for other animals, and exhibit
interesting behaviors. What is not to like? Some species can also be challenging to identify. In this class, we dive into the world of these fascinating birds.
Thu, May 26
6 - 8 p.m.
Downtown Center
$19
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Bees, Wasps and Ants
with Jeff Babson
Bees, wasps, and ants are familiar insects that are critical for ecosystems and human survival. They are pollinators of
most of our crops and most native plants. They are parasites and predators of many insects and spiders. They are farmers,
soldiers, kings, and queens. In short, they are amazing! In
this class you will explore the wonderful world of the order
Hymenoptera.
Thu, June 9
6 - 8 p.m.
Downtown Center
$19
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The Mysterious, Magical World of Moths
with Jeff Babson
In conjunction with National Moth Week, you will explore the
incredible diversity, intriguing biology, and importance of
moths. They are about 10 times more diverse than butterflies. While moths are well-known for visiting lights at night, many moths fly during the day and are just as stunningly colored
and patterned as butterflies. Take a journey with Jeff Babson and sneak a peek at the world of these wondrously diverse, beautiful, important creatures.
Thu, Jul 28
6 - 8 p.m.
Downtown Center
$19
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Scorpions, Vinegaroons and Kin
with Jeff Babson
Scorpions, vinegaroons, and their arachnid kin include some
of the most misunderstood creatures on Earth. Their fearsome
reputation is undeserved since the vast majority of these
animals are completely harmless to man. You will explore the biology of these remarkable insects, the amazing adaptations
that have enabled them to survive for hundreds of millions of years. Join us for a quest into the world of arachnids.
Thu, Aug 25
6 - 8 p.m.
Downtown Center
$19
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Soft Pastels
with Cristina Dunk
Join Professor Cristina in the exploration of soft pastels, where you will learn the soft pastel technique, materials used,
and color theory. Together we will explore impressionist artist Claude Monet, his impressionistic works, his individual style, and study his unique technique with broken color.
Tue, May 31
& Thu, June 2
Benson Center
$39
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Oil Pastels
with Cristina Dunk
In this introductory class, Professor Cristina will teach you techniques in oil pastels, where you will learn pastel methods,
materials used, and color theory. In this workshop, we will explore post-impressionist artist George Serra, his spectacular
masterpieces, his individual style, and study his unique technique with pointillism.
Tues & Thu,
June 7 & 9
Benson Center
$39
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Watercolors
with Cristina Dunk
In the exploration of the watercolor technique, you will learn watercolor methods, materials used, and color theory.
Professor Cristina will also be introducing you to the American Modernist artist Georgia O’Keeffe and her stylized works in nature.
Tue & Thu,
June 14 & 16
Benson Center
$39
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Drawing
with Cristina Dunk
You will focus on building fundamental drawing skills while learning basic techniques such as shading, controlled tones,
composition, and drawing methods.
Tue & Thu,
June 21 & 23
Benson Center
$39
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Stained Glass Mosaic Round Lamp
with Paula Keith
Use your advanced knowledge of stained-glass mosaics to
transform a plain globe lamp into an illuminated masterpiece
of magical colors! You will be using the glass-on-glass
technique to embellish the lamp with small opaque or
transparent stained-glass pieces.
Sat, May 21
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sun, May 22
12 - 4 p.m.
Downtown Center
$139
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Mosaic Heart Frame
with Paula Keith
Summer lovin’ this mosaic heart frame! This fun class is for you
Advanced stained-glass mosaic students. A simple wood heart
7” x 7” frame will be used as the basis for this project. You will
use a quilting pattern that is modified to fit around the 3” x 3”
photo.
Sat, June 11
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sun, Jun 12
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Downtown Center
$79
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How to Photograph the Full Moon
with Robert Gallucci
The July Buck Moon is one of the most impressive of the year. This year it is even better as a Supermoon which will appear
even larger in the evening sky. Capturing the full moon takes
some special tricks in order to get a proper exposure.
Tue & Wed, Jul 12 & 13
5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Downtown Center
$55
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Photography with a Cell Phone
with Robert Gallucci
If you ever wonder how to take award-winning photographs
with your cell phone, wonder no more! Modern cell phones have cameras that are more powerful than stand-alone
cameras from just a few years ago.
Tue, Jul 26 & Aug 2
5 - 8 p.m.
Downtown Center
$55
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Italian Cuisine: Tuscany
with Chef Mark Gravett
Have fun learning traditional Tuscan cuisine under the
guidance of Chef Mark Gravett. Discover the simple yet refined
flavors typical of Tuscan cuisine and enjoy a fabulous dinner
at the end of class.
Thu, June 16
3:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Downtown Center
$59
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The Steakhouse Experience
with Chef Mark Gravett
Attention steak lovers, this class is for you! Learn to prepare a meal that any high-end steakhouse will be proud to serve.
Thu, Jul 21
3:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Downtown Center
$75
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Cake Decorating: Fondant Animal Designs
with Chef Monica Medina
Sensational and hands-on! This class will introduce you to
cake decorating with fondant. Chef Monica will take you step-by-
step through the process of rolling out fondant, coloring fondant, covering a round cake, and cutting and attaching
ornamentations that will brighten up your cake designs. Emphasis on ears, noses, animal patterns.
Sat, June 18
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Downtown Center
$59
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Cake Decorating: Buttercream Basic Piping Techniques
with Chef Monica Medina
Learn buttercream basic piping technics with Chef Monica. In this hands-on class, you will learn how to prime a cake with frosting for decorating, how to prepare and use pastry bags, and how to use different tips and piping techniques to achieve unique finishes, borders, flowers, and designs on your cake.
Sat, Jul 16
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Downtown Center
$59
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Chickens 101
with Patty Williams, MSMHC
Have you thought about getting some chickens? Do you know where to start? Join Patty, a local homesteader, and
small-farm enthusiast, to talk about chickens, what they need to be healthy, and what you need to start your own small chicken farm. Learn tricks of the trade and ask your small farm questions here!
Sat May 21
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Downtown Center
$25
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Personality!
with Patricia Williams, MSMHC
This half-day course will look at different tools and models for identifying and understanding one’s personality. You will learn about the Myers Briggs Typology Indicator (MBTI), enneagrams, the BIG Fiver personality traits, personality types
and profiles, and more.
Sat, June 4
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Downtown Center
$25
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How to Talk, so They Will Listen
with Patricia Williams, MSMHC
This half-day course will look at common relationship struggles
from a developmental perspective while addressing common
relationship and communication skills to utilize with children
(child and adult), parents, spouses and significant others, friends, professionals, and otherwise.
Sat, June 11
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Downtown Center
$25
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with Jeff Babson
The setting sun marks the end of the day for some animals but the beginning for others. Have you ever wondered what animals come out at night in the Huachuca Mountains? This field trip explores nocturnal nature by setting up a black light
at the Carr Canyon Picnic Area to see what insects we can attract.
Sat, June 25
7 - 10 p.m.
Carr Canyon Picnic Area
$29
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Discover Tucson's Unique Museums
with Glenn Minuth
Feed your mind by discovering some of Tucson’s unique history, science, and specialty museums. As a bonus, you will also visit a historical site, a cultural center, a memorial, and a historical building. Learn about the iconic architecture and adaptive reuse of a beloved Tucson landmark building that houses some of the museums you will visit.
Sat, Jul 23
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
SVC, Pkg. Lot E
$85
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