Genealogy through The Historical Society and Secretary of State

Date/Time: Wednesday, April 30 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sue Lathem
Location: Downstairs at the Wood Place Public Library
Cost: FREE

This workshop will explore what is available from the Moniteau County Historical Society and Missouri Secretary of State as well as other Missouri resources and depositories. Also, a guest speaker from Moniteau County Historical Society will participate in this session.

Using the Internet for Genealogy

Date/Time: Wednesday, April 23 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sue Lathem
Location: Wood Place Library: Public Access Computers
Cost: FREE

Computer technology and the Internet have made genealogy one of the most popular hobbies ever. As more and more records, databases, and resources are made available on the Internet, family trees are growing at record rates. Learn the basics, where to look, how to find clues, where the free resources are and how to utilize sites that charge fees.

Intro to Genealogy

Date/Time: Wednesday, April 16 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sue Lathem
Location: Downstairs at the Wood Place Public Library
Cost: FREE

This class instructs on how to begin genealogy research by helping you form a strategy and lay the ground-work for your future research. Topics that will be covered in this workshop include:
What will I eventually do with all the information I accumulate?
How will I share my information with other family members or researchers?
Do I want to trace just the male or surname lines or the maternal lines as well?
What information about their lives do I want to find?
How will I compile that information?
What family members might be able to help me?

Genealogy Class Reunion

Date/Time: Wednesday, April 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sue Lathem
Location: Downstairs at the Wood Place Public Library
Cost: FREE

This class is being offered to everyone, including participants in Sue’s last round of genealogy classes that were held at the library. Those involved will be discussing their past and present expierences with genealogy.

Introduction to Computers

Date/Time: April 21, 28, and May 5, & 12 (all Monday’s) from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Location: Wood Place Library; Public Access Computers
Cost: $20 pays for all four classes

Introduction to Computers will begin by teaching the basics such as setting up your computer and learning about the hardware components included in a computer. This four week class will also include lessons on how to use the mouse, e-mail, and the internet.

Microsoft Word

Date/Time: April 7 & 14th (all Monday’s) from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Location: Wood Place Library on the public access computers.
Cost: $10 pays for both classes

This 2 week class will present information with a hands-on approach.  Basic features of Word and step-by-step exercises will be presented.

Topics that will be covered include:Start and exit Word; how to use pull-down menus, dialog boxes, and shortcut menus; create, edit, and format  documents; and preview and print documents.

Registration Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Minimum Enrollment: 5 students

Ability to work with the mouse efficiently and knowledge of
Microsoft Windows is recommended.

Using a Microsoft Resume Word Wizard

Date/Time: Monday, March 31st from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Linda Prior
Location: Wood Place Library: Public Access Computers
Cost: FREE

In this one night workshop, you will learn how to format your resume with the Microsoft Word Wizard. All you have to do is provide the information, and the wizard will format your resume in a orderly and professional manner.

Second Class Offering:

Monday, May 19th
from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Linda Prior
Location:Wood Place Library: Public Access Computers
Cost: FREE

Introduction to PowerPoint

Date/Time: March 3, 10, & 17 (All Monday's) 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Location: Class will be held in the library on the public access computers
Cost: $20 pays for all 3 classes

This three week class will present information with a hands-on approach. Basic features of PowerPoint and step-by-step exercises will be presented. You will learn how to: Create a presentation, edit and manipulate the slides, add animations, transitions and much more.

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows is recommended.

Introduction to Computers

Date/Time: February 4, 11, and 18 (all Monday's)
Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Location: Class will be held at the Wood Place Library on the public access computers
Cost: $20 pays for all 3 classes

Introduction to Computers will begin by teaching the basics such as setting up your computer and learning about the hardware components included in a computer. This three week class will also include lessons on how to use e-mail, and the internet.

Mouse and Keyboard

Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Location: Downstairs at the Library
Cost: $5 per person per class

If you have never used a computer, learning how to maneuver a mouse can often be a difficult task. This workshop will teach the tricks of handling a mouse as well as familiarizing yourself with the keyboard.

First Class Offering:
Mon., Jan. 21 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Second Class Offering:
Mon., Jan. 28 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Using the Microsoft Word Resume Wizard

Instructor: Linda Prior
Location: ADownstairs in the Library on the Public Access Computers
Cost: $5 for 1 workshop

Let Microsoft word format your resume for you in this one night workshop. All you have to do is provide the information, and the resume wizard will format it in a professional manner.

First Class Offering:
Mon., Jan. 7 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Second Class Offering:
Mon., Jan. 14 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Adult Walking Class

Date/Time: Jan. 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 and Feb. 5, 7, 12, 14 (All Tuesday’s and Thursday’s) from 1:30-2:30 p.m
Instructor: Sharon Smith
Location: United Church of Christ at 101 N. Oak St
Cost: FREE

If you want to come in out of the cold and get some exercise, join Sharon Smith as she walks the track of an  indoor  gym at the United Church of Christ in California, MO. Sharon will be walking twice a week to the piped in music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Registration for this class is at the Wood Place Library

Children's Christmas Craft Class

Date/Time: December 4th at 6:00 p.m.
Instructor: Linda Prior
Location: Downstairs at the Wood Place Public Library
Cost: FREE

Children will be making two separate Christmas decorations, which include a Christmas card and laminated Christmas book marks. Please register ahead of time to allow for adequate supplies.

Children 5 and under must be accompanied

Self Improvment with Hypnosis

Instructor: Wayne Girdner

Wayne Girdner, Certified Hypnotherapist and author of The Truth about Hypnosis will be offering three separate hypnotherapy sessions at the Wood Place Public Library.

Wayne has been involved in hypnosis, motivation, and self-improvement systems since 1975. The hypnotherapy sessions that Wayne will be bringing to Wood Place Library are:

Break the Smoking Habit with Hypnosis: Most people stop after one session, however, if you need a follow-up, there will be no charge.
Date and Time: Tues., Jan. 8, 2008 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Upstairs at the Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $20

Lose Weight with Hypnosis: Recognize and replace faulty eating habits with healthy slenderizing habits.
Date and Time: Thurs., Jan. 10, 2008 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Upstairs at the Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $20

Conquer Test Anxiety and Improve Study Skills with Hypnosis: This is a great opportunity for high school and college students to improve their academic performance.
Date and Time: Tues., March 18, 2008 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Upstairs at the Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $20

Each hypnotherapy session will include a CD that can be used to allow for added support once the session is completed.

Registration in advance is appreciated in order to allow for enough take home CDs for all participants.

Genealogy through The Historical Society and Secretary of State

Date/Time: Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Instructor: Sue Lathem
Location: Downstairs at the Wood Place Library
Cost: $5

This workshop will explore what is available from the Moniteau County Historical Society and Missouri Secretary of State as well as other Missouri resources and depositories. Also, a guest speaker from Moniteau County Historical Society will participate in this session.

Using the internet for Genealogy

Date/Time: Wednesday, January 23, 2008 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sue Lathem
Location: Downstairs at the Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $5

Computer technology and the Internet have made genealogy one of the most popular hobbies ever. As more and more records, databases, and resources are made available on the Internet, family trees are growing at record rates. Learn the basics, where to look, how to find clues, where the free resources are and how to utilize sites that charge fees.

Using Genealogy Software

Date/Time: Wednesday, January 16, 2008 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sue Lathem
Location: Downstairs at the Wood Place Library
Cost: $5

In researching your family history, you could use a computer, scanner, camera, software or even pen and paper. This workshop will include: looking at how to use genealogy software; learning how a scanner and digital camera can be used for genealogy; and trying out sample software by making a database and entering data. Instructor, Sue Latham will also be showing how to use the Family Tree Maker genealogy software.

Intro to Genealogy

Date/Time: Wed. January 9, 2008 from 6:30 to 8:30
Instructor: Sue Lathem
Location: Downstairs at the Wood Place Library
Cost: $5

This class instructs on how to begin genealogy research by helping you form a strategy and lay the ground-work for your future research. Topics that will be covered in this workshop include:
What will I eventually do with all the information I accumulate?
How will I share my information with other family members or researchers?
Do I want to trace just the male or surname lines or the maternal lines as well?
What information about their lives do I want to find?
How will I compile that information?
What family members might be able to help me?

Hispanic Heritage Dance Class

Instructor: Members From the Hispanic Heritage Dance Group
Cost: Cost: $20 pays for 4 classes

Come and learn this easy and fun way to add physical activity to your life. This class will discuss the background of Hispanic Heritage Dance and provide lessons on the basic dance steps needed to perform folkloric dance. By the end of this 4 week class, students will be able to demonstrate their ability to complete an actual Hispanic Heritage Dance.

First Class Offering:
Date & Time: Jan. 11, 18, 25, & Feb. 1
(All Friday Evenings) from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Second Class Offering: Jan. 12, 19, 26, & Feb 2 (All Saturday Afternoons)
from 1:00-2:00 p.m.

Children’s Halloween Craft Class

Date/Time: October 4th at 6:00 p.m.
Instructor: Linda Prior
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: FREE

Children will be making two separate Halloween decorations, which include an eerie wreath of orange and black leaves (pictured above) and a cute balloon ghost that flies.

Children 7 and above must be accompanied by an adult.

Adult Beginning Yoga

Date/Time: September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (all Saturdays) from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Instructor: Jim Schutt
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: FREE

Come learn to unfold the hidden power in your body…through strength, flexibility, relaxation and breathing. Explore a variety of standing poses, sitting poses, twists and breath awareness in these hour long classes.

Introduction to Computers: Four Week Class

Date/Time: September 10, 17, 24, and October 1 (all Monday’s) from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Location: The Wood Place Public Library (Class will be held in the library on the public access computers)
Cost: $30 pays for all 4 classes

Introduction to Computers will begin by teaching the basics such as setting up your computer and learning about the hardware components included in a computer. This four week class will also include lessons on how to use a mouse, keyboard, e-mail, and the internet.

Microsoft Word

Date/Time: October 8 and 15 (all Monday’s) from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Location: The Wood Place Public Library (Class will be held in the library on the public access computers)
Cost: $15 pays for both classes

This two week class will present information with a hands-on approach.  Basic features of Word and step-by-step exercises will be presented. You will learn how to:
Start and exit Word
Create a document
Edit Documents
Format a Document
Preview and Print a Document

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows is recommended.

Exploring the Internet

Date/Time: July 31, 2007 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Linda Prior
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $5 per person, per class

Discover the Internet and World Wide Web. This class will teach you how to search the web, use several windows at once, and evaluate the sources you find.

How to Set Up and Use Free E-Mail

Date/Time: July 24 and 26 from 6:30-8:30
Instructor: Linda Prior
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $10 per person pays for both classes

This two night class will teach you how to set up and use an e-mail account. You will learn how send and receive e-mail messages; open  email, attach files, and more. Learn this simple and convenient way to correspond with friends and family.

Introduction to Computers

Date/Time: July 17, 2007 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Linda Prior
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Library
Cost: $5 per person per class

This is the class to take if you have never turned on a computer, or even if you have and aren’t very computer literate. Once you learn the basics, computers can simplify many aspects of your life. This single evening workshop will be offered again on:

How to Set Up and Use Free E-Mail

Date/Time: July 24 and 26 (Tuesday and Thursday) from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Linda Prior
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $10 per person pays for both classes

This two day workshop will teach you how to set up and use an e-mail account. You will learn how to send and receive e-mail messages; open email, attach files, and more. Learn this simple and convenient way to correspond with friends and family.

Introduction to Computers

Date/Time: April 17, 2005 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Linda Prior
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $5 per person, per class

This is the class to take if you have never turned on a computer, or even if you have and aren’t very computer literate. Once you learn the basics, computers can simplify many aspects of your life.

Adult Beginning YOGA

Date/Time: Call the library for date and time of this class
Instructor: Jim Schutt
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: FREE

Come learn to unfold the hidden power in your body…through strength, flexibility, relaxation and breathing. Explore a variety of standing poses, sitting poses, twists and breath awareness in these hour long classes.
Requirements: Adults 30 & Better

Basic Beginning American Sign Language: Section B

Date/Time: March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24, May1 & 8 from 7:05 – 8:35 p.m.
Instructor: Wanda Carey
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $40 per person pays for all 8 classes

For students who have already participated in Wanda Carey’s first American Sign Language class, we will be offering a more advanced class. This class will involve creative thinking, hands on practicing, and teaming with other students.
Prerequisites: Basic Beginning American Sign Language: Section A

Elegant Decorating with Calligraphy

Date/Time: May 8, 15, 22, 29, and June 5 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Art Maier
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $30 per person

No Artistic Talent Required!
Get a full introduction to graceful lettering and beautiful letter ornamenting. Learn how to imitate documents as they were written centuries ago. This class will teach the motions of letter forms while teaching applications for modern handwriting. Come learn the elegance of Calligraphy with Art Maier.

How to Set Up and Use Free E-Mail

Date/Time: March 15 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Linda Prior
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $5 per person

This workshop will teach you how to set up and use an e-mail account. You will learn how to send and receive e-mail messages; attach files to email and more. Learn this simple and convenient way to correspond with friends and family.

Introduction to Beginner Line Dance

Date/Time: March 19 & 26 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Debbie Alderson
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $15 per person pays for both classes

Learn simple beginner line dances that can be used on any dance floor. Learn dances like the Electric Slide, Almost Cha-Cha, Beginner Waltz, Blackjack, Cottoned Eye Joe, and more.

PowerPoint

Date/Time: April 19 & 24 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Linda Prior
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $20 per person

PowerPoint is a high-powered software tool used for presenting information in a dynamic slide show format. Whether it's a classroom lesson, group meeting, seminar, or at the Science Fair, PowerPoint shows you how to make a powerful impression on your audience.

Excel

Date/Time: February 6, 13, 20, 27 (all on Tuesday) from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Location: Second Floor of the Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $40 per person pays for all 4 weeks

Microsoft Excel is a powerful spreadsheet program that allows you to organize data, complete calculations, graph data, and develop professional looking reports. This is a program that can be beneficial for use at home or on the job.

How to Set Up and Use Free E-Mail

Date/Time: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $5 per person, per class

This workshop will teach you how to set up and use an e-mail account. You will learn how to send and receive e-mail messages; attach files to email and more. Learn this simple and convenient way to correspond with friends and family.
This single evening workshop will be offered again on:

Second Date/Time:  Thurs., Feb. 8,  from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: Tues., Feb. 6
Instructor: Linda Prior
Minimum Enrollment:  5 students

Third Date/Time: Thurs., March 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: Tues., March 13,
Mini mum Enrollment: 5 students

Seeking Instructors

Instructors are needed for classes and workshops for computers, genealogy, digital cameras, crafts or any other area with the potential for public interest.   If you or someone you know has knowledge or a talent they'd be willing to share with our community, please call Linda at the library:  796-2642.

Basic Beginning American Sign Language: Section A

Date/Time: March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24, May1 & 8 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Instructor: Wanda Carey
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $40 per person pays for all 8 classes

This eight week class will teach information about culture along with language and signs in the deaf community. Students will learn the manual alphabet, numbers, vocabulary words, and how to form simple American Sign Language sentences.

Lamaze Classes

Date/Time: January 9, 16, 23, and 30 (all on Tuesday) from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M.
Instructor: Tammy Kucsik
Location: Second Floor of the Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $30 per person pays for all 4 weeks

Are you or anybody you know expecting a baby? A childbirth class is a great way to prepare for labor and birth. Learn about breathing, labor, delivery, comfort measures, post partum, and baby care. Lamaze class curriculum emphasizes giving women the information and tools to feel confident about giving birth and empowered to give true informed consent about medications and other interventions. This class will be taught by a Registered Obstetrics Nurse from St. Mary’s Hospital.

Step Aerobics & Light Weights

Date/Time: January 7, 14, 21, and 28 (all on Sunday) from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M.
Instructor: Lana Dicus
Location: Second Floor of the Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $10 per person pays for all 4 weeks

If you gain a few pounds over the holidays, we have just what you need. Lana Dicus will be combining light weight lifting, toning and warm-up exercise with step aerobics. The final 15 minutes of class will involve stretches. Steps will be furnished by the instructor; however, you may bring your own if you have them.

Business Communications

Date/Time: Tuesday, Oct.10, 2006: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sue McDaniel
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $5 per person, per class

Communication is basic to personal and business relationships. Many people are unaware of their communication habits and how those impact interactions with others. There are some fundamental skills to being a good communicator.  Learn about body language, listening, emotional hot buttons and other important components of communication

Exploring the Internet

Date/Time: Tues. Sept.19, 2006: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Marilyn Gerard Hartman
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $5 per person, per class

Discover the Internet and World Wide Web. This class will teach you how to search the web, use several windows at once, and evaluate the sources you find.   This single evening workshop will be offered again on:

Second Date/Time: Thurs.,  Oct 19: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: October 12
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Students

Third Date/Time:  Thurs., Nov. 9: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: November 2  
Minimum Enrollment: 5 students

How to Set Up and Use Free E-mail

Date/Time: Tuesday, September 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Marilyn Gerard Hartman
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $5 per person, per class

This workshop will teach you how to set up and use an e-mail account. You will learn how to send and receive e-mail messages; attach files to email and more. Learn this simple and convenient way to correspond with friends and family.

This single evening workshop will be offered again:

Second Date/Time:  Thursday, October 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: October 19
Minimum Enrollment:  5 students

Third Date/Time:  Thursday, Nov. 30,  6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: November 22
Minimum Enrollment: 5 students

Introduction to Computers

Date/Time: Tues., Sept. 12, 2006: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Marilyn Gerard Hartman
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $5 per person, per class

This is the class to take if you have never turned on a computer, or even if you have and aren’t very computer literate. Once you learn the basics, computers can simplify many aspects of your life.  THis workshop will be held again:

Second Date/Time: Thurs., Oct. 12: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: October 5
Minimum Enrollment: 5 students

Third Date/Time:  Thurs., Nov. 2: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: October 26  
Minimum Enrollment: 5 students

Microsoft Word

Date/Time: October 3,10,17 and 24 (all on Tuesday) 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Marilyn Gerard Hartman
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $40 per person pays for all 4 weeks

Microsoft Word is one of the most popular word processing programs being used today. This class teaches the fundamentals of the program such as formatting, page set-up, and preparation for printing your documents.

Introduction to Computers Class

Date/Time: Mondays and Thursdays in June
Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Location: Burger Distance Learning Center; upstairs at the Library
Cost: $42

Class will meet 6 times, all from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.:  Monday, June 5; Thursday, June 8; Monday, June 12; Thursday, June 15; Monday June 19 and Thursday, June 22.  

This will be a great class for beggining computer users!  Topics covered will include:

Sun Catcher Craft Class

Date/Time: Saturday, May 13 at 10:30 a.m.
Instructor: Lisa Marshall
Location: Upstairs at the Library
Cost: $15 for supplies

Adults and Kids ages 8 and up can learn to make a charming sun-catcher and will take home a special Mother's Day Gift!  Register for the class at the library by May 10 or by calling 796-2642 or e-mail librarian@woodplacelibrary.org.

Exploring the Internet

Date/Time: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $5 per person, per class

Discover the Internet and World Wide Web. This class will teach you how to search the web, use several windows at once, and evaluate the sources you find. This single evening workshop will be offered again on:

Second Date/Time: Thurs., February 22, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Instructor: Linda Prior
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Students

Third Date/Time: Tues., March 27 from, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: Friday, March 23, 2007
Instructor: Melissa Bardwell
Minimum Enrollment: 5 students

Introduction to Sign Language

Date/Time: Every Monday in January (2, 9, 16, 23, & 30) from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Instructor: Wanda Carey
Location: California Community Learning Center, upstairs at the library
Cost: $30 per student

Introduction to Computers

Date/Time: Wednesdays, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26 & Nov. 2 from 7-9 p.m.
Instructor: Marilyn Gerrard-Hartman
Location: Second Floor of Wood Place Public Library
Cost: $42 per person

Learn the basics of word processing, email and internet access in this five-week course. To register, call the California Community Learning Center at 796-4791 or pick up a registration form at Wood Place Public Library.

After-School Study Program

The After-School Study Program will begin again in early October. Once again, this staffed study program will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school until 5:00 p.m. The program is for children in grades 3 to 8, it is free, and parents must complete a registration form prior to sending children to participate.

GED

Date/Time: Mondays and Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.
Instructor: Julie Wingate
Cost: Free

GED classes will resume with extended hours starting September 7. The classes will now meet from 6 to 9 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. (In years past, they were held from 6 to 8 p.m.) The GED classes are held upstairs at the library. Pre-registration is not necessary, and they are free. Julie Wingate is the local instructor.

Daylily Drive

On Monday, July 4, the Learning Center will host a Daylily Drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The tour features gardens at Longfellow’s Garden Center in Centertown and other area gardens. Maps will be available June 20 to July 2 from Longfellow’s Garden Center or Wood Place Public Library. Map price is $5 per car. Proceeds will benefit the library’s Summer Reading Program for Kids.

Day Trip to Powell Gardens

2005: A Day Trip to Powell Gardens near Kingsville, Mo., is set for Saturday, June 11. Reservations are required by June 1, and there space available for 15 participants. A van will leave California at 8:30 a.m. and return at approximately 6 p.m. Cost is $20 per person and includes garden entrance fee, transportation costs and snacks.

Ballroom Dancing

Instructor: Becky Frederickson and Don Walker of Jefferson City

Summer, 2005:  Couples interested in learning the fox trot, waltz and swing are invited to enroll in ballroom dancing, which will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. beginning Tues., June 7, at California High School’s cafeteria. The class continues every Tuesday in June and the first two Tuesdays in July. Cost is $75 per couple.

Free Yoga for People Ages 50 & Better

Free Yoga for People Ages 50 & Better was held in 2005. Jim Schutt of California was the volunteer instructor.