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Take Advantage of all that Community Education Adult Enrichment Has to Offer The District 622 Adult Enrichment program is a leader in providing educational opportunities that are close to home, affordable and top quality. These daytime and evening classes and activities can be found in the Community Education Learning For All catalog. This catalog is delivered to every household in the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District, and at public buildings throughout the district. It is also available online or you can call the office at 651-748-7232 to have a catalog mailed. www.isd622.org/ae Adult Academy Classes Discover Your Family History Online genealogy collections and websites have revolutionized the art of researching your family tree. Discover how to use the internet as well as other sources to discover your family history. Discussion will include reputable genealogy service websites, how to access free genealogy collections, the latest in DNA research, as well as how to safely conduct online family history research. Brian Finley Date: Sat, Feb 11 Time: 9:00–10:30 am Cost: $25 Class #: AESI1A Location: John Glenn, 305 Class topics provide stimulating thought and discussion on historical, social and political issues. Topics this spring include: Amazing But True - Weird coincidences, impossible feats, the story behind the story, told by a Historian and Storyteller. American Leper Colonies - Now known as Hansen’s Disease, Leprosy destroyed lives as much through stigma as through illness. An Enigmatic President: Richard Nixon - Watergate, his many successes and why later presidents depended on his wise counsel. Celebrate the Mississippi - 4-part lecture series about river exploration and industry. Minnesota 13 - Explore prohibition and bootleg liquor in Minnesota. Minnesota Iron Range - History, geology and the industry of the iron ore mining districts around Lake Superior. The Great Depression & The Dust Bowl - Take a look at this one-two punch and the effect on families in Minnesota. The Pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago - Scott Baerman wil share experiences and photos from his 500 mile hike this past fall. Complete descriptions and registration details for these classes can be found in the Learning for All catalog at www.isd622.org/ce Upcoming C.L.A.S.S Presentations (Consortium of Lake Area Senior Services) Advanced Care Planning & Health Care Directives Capture Your Story Share memorable stories and experiences of your life by writing them down for family, friends, or just for yourself. Capture your memories as a precious legacy and discover the key elements to include and the steps to take when telling your story in writing. Gloria VanDemmeltraadt Date: Sat, Apr 22 Time: 9:00–10:30 am Cost: $19 Class #: AESI8 Location: Skyview, 200 Fri, Jan 13, 10:00 am–noon Vadnais Heights City Hall, 800 County Road E East, Vadnais Heights Gain the information you need to make informed choices for your care. Introduction to Law Enforcement Community Support Services Fri, Mar 10, 1:00–3:00 pm White Bear Area Senior Center, 2484 Co. Rd. F East, White Bear Lake Learn about non-emergency law enforcement support services that are available in the community. Nutrition as You Age Fri, May 10, 10:00 am–noon Mahtomedi District Education Ctr,1520 Mahtomedi Ave, Mahtomedi Learn how your eating patterns change with age and why proper nutrition is necessary for health, quality of life and vitality. Presentations are FREE but please preregister. Call 651-407-2018. ISD 622 Community Education • Gladstone 55+ Center • www.isd622.org/seniorprograms • 651-748-7250 7