Special Interest

Addiction's Uncomfortable Questions

Instructor: Rodney Beaver

Understanding substance use disorder is difficult if you’ve never been there yourself. In this class, we will dive into the uncomfortable questions families face. This discussion aims to address what oftentimes works and what typically makes things worse. Please join us for a frank and open panel discussion on addiction.

After a 21-year cycle of addiction, Rodney escaped the hopeless world of drug and alcohol abuse. It took losing it all, but he began to see life as the rewarding gift that it is and now shares that perspective as the Executive Director of the Recovery Center of the Ozarks. Alongside RCO’s team of peer specialists, a vision of hope lights the way for those in need.

Day of the week: Thursday

Date: April 18

Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Cost: FREE (Registration is required)

Beginner Belly Dance

Instructor: Katie Gromlovits

Learn the beautiful art of belly dancing while adding grace, poise, strength, and balance to your daily life. We will go over basic posture and movements which are the foundations of this centuries-old art form. From swaying hips to graceful hand gestures, come celebrate the power and beauty of the feminine. Students are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing that allows movement, and a coin hip scarf is included.

Katie is a local belly dancer with nearly two decades of experience teaching and performing. She enjoys sharing the beauty of dance with others. Katie finds belly dance great for fitness while offering a unique view into history, culture, music, and costuming.

Day of the week: Monday

Dates: March 4, 11, 25 & April 1 (4 sessions)

Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Cost: $75 (coin hip scarf included)

Discover Your Roots with Genealogy

Instructor: Tina Farmer

Get started on your family tree with this informative session on how to use online genealogy resources. Discuss software programs to record your family tree and learn about the genealogy resources that libraries offer to patrons. Uncover the valuable information contained in property deeds and federal land records to dig deeper into your family tree.

Born and raised in the local area, Tina enjoys learning about our local history. She has enjoyed working as the genealogist at the Boone County Library for over 10 years where she solves family mysteries and acquires family tales.

Day of the week: Thursday

Date: April 4

Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $50

DIY Memorial Flowers

Instructor: Jacquie Markle

Learn to make beautiful floral tributes to honor your loved ones and save money. This class will cover floral sprays, saddles, and vase arrangements. A list of supplies will be provided at registration.

Jacquie is a life-long crafter, Community Ed instructor, floral designer, and recent bg真人游戏注册 retiree. She believes crafting is therapeutic and everyone should have a craft or hobby. Jacquie is also famous for her delicious chocolate chip cookies.

Day of the week: Tuesday

Date: April 2

Time: 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Cost: $40 (supplies not included; a supply list will be provided at registration)

Excel II

Instructor: Cami Farmer

Continue to expand your skills in Excel by learning how to set up advanced formulas, import data, and use Excel to make calculations. This class will meet in a computer lab, but students are encouraged to bring their own laptops if they will routinely use Excel at home.

Day of the week: Thursday

Date: April 4 – 25 (4 sessions)

Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Cost: $65

Line Dancing for Beginners (CLASS FULL)

Instructor: Laurie Jones

Gain the confidence to step out on the dance floor and join the fun! Learn basic steps, moves, and rhythms while having a great time in a group setting. Instructor Laurie Jones will guide you through new and classic dances. It will be an enjoyable experience for beginning dancers.

Laurie is an artist, dancer, and art teacher by profession. She teaches line dancing anywhere from honkytonk halls to schools and community centers. Laurie shares her love of dance by creating a space where people can come together, finding connections one step at a time.

Day of the week: Monday

Dates: February 26; March 4, 11, 25; April 1 & 8 (6 sessions)

Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Cost: $75

Medicare 101

Instructor: Aaron Smith

Medicare 101 will explain the parts of Medicare and the various insurance products that work alongside Medicare. We’ll talk about the advantages and disadvantages of different approaches. We’ll also discuss the history of the Medicare system and how it has changed. This is an educational event, and no insurance products will be marketed. For accommodation of persons with special needs at meetings, please call Genie at 870-391-3159.

Aaron is the owner of Hickory Hill Insurance. He has sixteen years of experience guiding seniors with their Medicare choices and has built an agency that prides itself on helping seniors conserve their financial resources while accessing the care that they need.

Day of the week: Thursday

Date: March 7 – 28 (4 sessions)

Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Cost: FREE (Registration is required)