Community Education - current class catalogs Adult activities and classes - Fall 2019 | Page 14

hobbies GENERAL INTEREST Appraise Your Coin Collection Learn the basics of researching and appraising your United States (U.S.) and foreign coins and currency. Examine over two hundred year old U.S. and foreign coins. Gain knowledge about the ins and outs of where to buy and sell coins, coin authentication and much more. Students will be asked to do internet and book research on their coins and share what they have learned in the second class. This class is not intended for experienced coin buffs, but all are welcome. Bring a magnifying glass to class. Class fee: $29. w Oct 3 & Oct 10 | 6:30 - 9 pm | 2 Sessions Th | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3H09-F1 | Schlueter Appraise Your Fine and Costume Jewelry Learn how anyone can authenticate an Italian cameo, the difference between 10k and 14k gold and why there are jewels in a watch. Examine Siam Niello sterling, Italian micro mosaics, and German rhinestones in class. Learn the basics of appraising your fine and costume jewelry, either for resale or insurance purposes. You will also discover tips on the best places to sell. Bring a few pieces to class, do research on your own, and share what you have learned at the second class. Bring a magnifying glass to class. Class fee: $29. w Sept 12 & Sept 19 | 6:30 - 9 pm | 2 Sessions Th | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3H10-F1 | Schlueter NEW | Brew Your Own Water Kefir Fermented beverages are a great introduction to fermenting and water kefir is super easy to make, providing the whole family with probiotic benefits. The class includes an introduction to fermented beverages, all the supplies to make your first batch of water kefir in class, step-by-step instructions, recipes to flavor your water kefir when it is done brewing, and best of all, you will be able to sample a flight of three different flavors of water kefir. Supply fee of $15 cash paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $35. w Sep 19 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | 1 Session Th | Northdale MS | AL077-3C87-F1 | Carpentier How to Brew Kombucha at Home Boost your immune system with Kombucha! Instructor and master tea brewer, Nita Martin, will show you how to make it yourself for mere pennies! You will receive a brewing kit and hands-on instruction for your first successful brew. Bring to class a four-quart pot and wooden spoon. Supply fee of $13 cash paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $29. w Oct 15 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | 1 Session T | Northdale MS | AL077-3H08-F1 | Martin How to Make Elderberry Syrup at Home Elderberries are naturally high in immune-boosting compounds like A, B and C! Elderberry syrup is a folk remedy believed to assist in treating cold and flu ailments. Come and discuss Elderberry benefits, learn how to make the homemade remedy and keep your family healthy this winter. You will make approximately 16 ounces of syrup that can be consumed immediately! See website for supply list. Supply fee of $15 paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $25. w Sep 30 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | 1 Session M | Northdale MS | AL077-3H11-F1 | Martin Book Review Club Connect with others who love to read. An ongoing book review club. Each month, a new book will be selected and discussed. Members share in leading the discussion. See website for class meeting dates. Class fee: $19 year. w Oct 8 - May 12 | 7 - 8:30 pm | 8 Sessions T | Northdale MS | AL077-3H02-F1 | Grelling Daytime Book Club Do you love to read? This daytime book review club is for you! Each month, a new book will be selected and discussed. Club members share in leading the discussion. It is a great opportunity to meet new people and share your love for the literary arts. See website for class meeting dates. Class fee: $19 year. w Sept 12 - May 14 | 9:30 - 11 am | 9 Sessions Th | Sandburg Edu Ctr | AL077-3H03-F1 | Kuehl 14 FALL 2019 | 763-506-5766 | www.discovercommunityed.com