ENCORE LEARNING
“The Adventure
of Life is to
Learn.”
SPRING 2016 | SEASON 6
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WHAT IS ENCORE
LEARNING?
Encore Learning is the newest
program offered by the Division of
Workforce Development at Paul D.
Camp Community College. Encore will
offer non-credit courses to mature
adults 50 and “better” who want to
improve their skills, explore new
ideas, and interact with interesting
people in their community. Choosing
from a diverse collection of courses,
learners can create their own
development program, expand their
views of the world and enrich their
lives and their communities. Elements
of the program include:
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Non-credit, community education
courses for adults over 50
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Opportunities to travel to area
attractions and museums
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Small workshops with local experts
in healthcare, financial literacy,
the arts, etc.
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Social activities
Becoming a Member of the
Encore Learning Community
Encore Learning is a membership based learning community with
memberships offered for two learning terms: Fall and Spring
terms. Membership in Encore Learning is $30 per term OR $50 for
the year, which includes both terms. All memberships are
individual; each family member must join separately. Only current
Encore Learning members may register for a course or special
event. Encore Learning members may enroll in as many courses
per term as they choose. There is no minimum or maximum limit
of courses for which you may register.
Encore Learning encourages the use of its website (www.pdc.edu/
workforce-development/encore-learning) to access course and
registration information. You may also contact us at 757.569.6050
for assistance with registration. You may register in person at the
Regional Workforce Development Center in Franklin. You may also
register by mail, fax, or email.
INTERESTED IN BEING AN
ENCORE VOLUNTEER?
We need volunteers (instructors, classroom assistants,
administrative support staff, etc.) in all capacities to help us with
our Encore programming. Contact Teri Zurfluh at 757.569.6062 to
find out more about volunteer opportunities! We’d love to have
you join our team!
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Brushstrokes: Spring Landscape Painting
February 17
1p—2p
Instructor:
Twyla Duke, Artfully Yours!
Location:
Rawls Art Museum
Transportation: On your own
Have you always wanted to dabble a bit with paints and brushes? Then
come and paint with Twyla Duke from Artfully Yours! If you’ve never
painted before, that’s okay! No experience is necessary; Twyla will guide
you step by step to your finished work of art… all in one day! This class
will be held in the Rawls Art Museum.
Let’s Go to the Movies!
Tuesdays, March 8, 15, 22
The Arts & Humanities
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Brushstrokes: Spring
Landscape Painting
Let’s Go to the Movies!
The Bible on Trial: Beyond
a Reasonable Doubt
10a—11a
Instructor:
Nancy Warren
Location:
Workforce Development Center
Have you ever wondered why films are at the heart of our culture? In this
class, we will explore the history of film, watch several film clips, and
discuss various award-winning, classic films.
The Bible On Trial: Beyond A Reasonable Doubt
Tuesdays
Feb 11, 18, 25 and March 3
2p—3p
Instructor:
Dennis Rhodes
Location:
Workforce Development Center
The purpose of this four-session study is to answer the question, “Is this
book, the Bible and its contents, reliable?" In the four, one-hour sessions,
we will address critical views of the Scripture, examines evidence from
the ancient world, survey how archaeology often corroborates the
Biblical record and considers the word of those who either were
contemporaries of Jesus or were closely connected to eyewitnesses who
knew him well. If it shows itself to be a trustworthy record of historical
events and God's dealing with man, then its all-inclusive promise to
sinners of salvation through the blood of Jesus Christ makes it the world's
most important book.
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Getting Oodles from your Googles
Mondays
Feb 1—March 7
3p—5p
Instructor:
Dave Vickers
Location:
Regional Workforce Development Center
This is a six-week course focusing on using the Chrome browser and
Google search engine. It will present search strategies that will help you
be more successful in getting the search results you want. We’ll also take
a look at a myriad of other search engines and tools that provide
additional capabilities. Space is limited… so sign up early!
Before coming to class, please spend a few minutes listing what you want
out of the class. Please bring a small capacity USB drive to class the first
meeting as all class handouts will be provided electronically.
Introduction to the PC
Computers & Technology
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Getting Oodles from your
Googles
Introduction to the PC
Power Surfing the
Internet for Your
Ancestral Roots
Wednesdays
Feb 3— April 6
3p—5p
Instructor:
Dave Vickers
Location:
Regional Workforce Development Center
Have a computer but don’t have a clue how to use it?
Tired of the “look” when you ask for help from the kids? This course is for
you! It is designed to be an introductory class on using the PC in a
Windows environment. Materials and hands-on exercises will be
presented to help class members feel confident in choosing, using and
maintaining their PC and related applications. The classroom is a
computer lab which will allow a hear it, do it approach. Expect the
environment to be highly interactive. Space is limited… so sign up early!
Before coming to class, please spend a few minutes listing what you want
out of the class. Please bring a small capacity USB drive to class the first
meeting as all class handouts will be provided electronically.
Power Surfing the Internet for Your Ancestral Roots
Mondays
March 14—April 18
3p—5p
Instructor: Dave Vickers
Location: Regional Workforce Development Center
Genealogical research on the Internet ranks near the top of the usage
statistics. Every day more and more information is placed on line, most
of it free. The challenge is to find it. We’ll discuss how to accomplish the
task at hand. We’ll also demonstrate the development of your very own
power surfer’s toolkit. This is a six-week course. Space is limited… so sign
up early!
Before coming to class, please spend a few minutes listing what you want
out of the class, particularly your end of line or brick wall ancestors.
Please bring a small capacity USB drive to class the first meeting as all
class handouts as well as some great tools will be provided electronically
throughout the classes.
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Understanding Opera
Romeo and Juliet
January 26
The Arts & Humanities
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Understanding Opera:
Romeo & Juliet
Understanding Opera:
The Flying Dutchman
10a—11a
Instructor:
Glenn Winters, Virginia Opera
Location:
Workforce Development Center
This class will prepare students to experience Virginia Opera's production
of Gounod's lushly romantic adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and
Juliet. Students will receive comprehensive musical and dramatic analysis,
illustrated with video and audio excerpts. Equally recommended for
opera beginners and aficionados alike.
The Flying Dutchman
March 29
10a—11a
Instructor:
Glenn Winters, Virginia Opera
Location:
Workforce Development Center
This class introduces students to the final production of Virginia Opera's
2015-2016 season, Wagner's hypnotic ghost story The Flying
Dutchman. Students will receive comprehensive musical and dramatic
analysis, illustrated with video and audio excerpts. Equally recommended
for opera beginners and aficionados alike.
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Pond Paddlin’: Beginning Kayaking
This is a one day class that will be offered four times
during the Spring 2016 term.
Session 1: March 23
1p—3p
Session 2: April 7
1p—3p
Session 3: April 13
1p—3p
Session 4: May 5
1p—3p
Instructor:
Blackwater Outfitters/Nottoway River Guides
Location:
Darden Mill Pond
Member
Favorite!
Transportation is available from the Workforce Center to the kayak
put-ins. Participants may also follow the shuttle or get directions from our
staff.
Fitness, Wellness &
Recreation
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Kayaking is a great way to socialize and get some exercise … no matter
your age! Learn the basics of kayaking and paddle at your own pace as
we take an easy trip around Darden Mill pond. Great for nature lovers
and beginners. Kayaks, comfortable life vests and all the paddling and
safety equipment are provided. You just bring your adventurous spirit!
Pond Paddlin’:
Beginning Kayaking
River Paddlin’
River Paddlin’
This is a one day class that will be offered four times
during the Spring 2016 term.
Session 1: April 21
1p—3:30p
Session 2: April 27
1p—3:30p
Session 3: May 11
1p—3:30p
Session 4: May 19
1p—3:30p
Instructor:
Blackwater Outfitters/Nottoway River Guides
Location:
Nottoway River
Member
Favorite!
Pre-requisite: Pond Paddlin’ or equivalent experience
Transportation is available from the Workforce Center to the kayak put-ins.
Participants may also follow the shuttle or get directions from our staff.
Join us for an exhilarating and unforgettable day on the river! Come join
Toni and her knowledgeable crew on a relaxed 2.5 mile paddle to
experience wildlife viewing while exploring our beautiful local waterways.
You know what they say, "Even a bad day of kayaking is better than a
good day almost anywhere else!"
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Encore Learning Partner Programs
The Art of Healthy Aging Forum and Expo
Fitness, Wellness &
Recreation
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The Art of Healthy Aging
Forum and Expo
Saturday, April 9
Location:
9a—2p
Regional Workforce Development Center
Recent data indicates that by the year 2020, one in five persons in South
Hampton Roads will be a senior. This event is designed to provide
Western Tidewater seniors and their families with the tools and
resources they’ll need to live their best lives.
Speakers at this half-day forum and expo will discuss issues of health,
wellness and safety, along with other relevant topics, all to support
seniors staying healthy, active, independent and happy. Exhibitors will
offer attendees one-on-one opportunities to learn more about housing,
long-term care options, insurance, nutrition, travel and recreation,
alternative health products and more.
Watch for more information to come in mid-January at www.ssseva.org
The Best
Anti-Aging Medicine
is Lifelong Learning!
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Family Tree Climbers: Introduction to Genealogy
This is a three day class that will be offered two times during
the Spring 2016 term.
Session 1:
Wednesdays, Feb 17, 24, Mar 2
3p—5p
Location:
Village at Woods Edge
Session 2:
Location:
Instructor:
Hobbies & Interests
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Family Tree Climbers:
Introduction to
Genealogy
Frosting & Friends:
Cookies & Cupcakes
Happy Feet: Basic Line
Dancing
It takes a village…
To offer the greatest opportunity for
personal development and
enrichment, we realized that
partnering with local organizations
that were aligned to this vision was
the key to everyone’s success. And
we were so right. Thanks to all our
Encore Learning partners across south
Hampton Roads:
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Blackwater Regional Library
Blackwater River Outfitters/
Nottoway River Guides
Isle of Wight County Museum
Rawls Museum Arts
Senior Services of Southeastern
Virginia
Smithfield & Isle of Wight County
Tourism
Southampton Memorial Hospital
Suffolk Center for the Cultural Arts
The Village at Woods Edge
The Wayland L. Jenkins Fine Art
Museum
Member
Favorite!
Tuesdays, April 5, 12 and 19
3p—5p
Regional Workforce Development Center
Kristy Edenfield
Have you always yearned to learn the answers to questions such as: From what
country did my ancestors come? Was there a Revolutionary War or Civil War
veteran in my family? When did the family farm or business begin? If you are
curious about your family history, Family Tree Climbers will teach you about
resources that answer the above questions and so many more. Learn how to
get started on your own research into the rich history that is your family.
Frosting and Friends: Cookies & Cupcakes
Session 1:
Feb 25
11a - 12p
Session 2:
March 31
11a—12p
Instructor: Terry Edwards
Location: Regional Workforce Development Center
Discover and practice frosting techniques for decorating beautiful cookies and
cupcakes that will be the talk of birthday parties, baby showers, cookie
exchanges and more! Learn how to decorate these yummies so that they will
be remembered long after they've been devoured!
Bring a dozen frosted cupcakes or sugar cookies & we'll practice easy
decorating techniques. Afterwards, we'll take our beautifully decorated snacks
to "The Buzz" and have coffee with Teri Zurfluh and all our Encore Learning
friends! Please bring one can of white cake frosting to be used in class. If you
have a cake decorating kit, please bring to class.
Happy Feet: Basic Line Dancing
This class consists of 4 sessions on Wednesday evenings. This
class will be offered once during the Spring 2016 term.
Member
Favorite!
Wednesdays
May 4, May 11, May 18 and May 25
6p—7p
Instructor:
Kandi Turner
Location:
Regional Workforce Development Center
Join our own Dancing Queen Kandi Turner to learn some fun Line Dances or just
come for the great exercise! We play great music of all the genres like Country,
Top 40, Hip Hop, Ballroom, Latin, and much more. You never need a partner
but you can bring all your friends and multiply the fun!
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Mah Jongg Madness
Wednesdays
1p—3:30p
Instructor:
Linda Johnson
Location:
Ruth Camp Campbell Library, Franklin
Transportation: On your own
Learn how to play this ancient game or brush up your skills as you visit and make
new friends every Wednesday afternoon. All experience levels are welcome! Led
by local expert Linda Johnson, classes will provide instructions, coaching and all
materials.
Sit and Be Fit : Chair Aerobics
Hobbies & Interests
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Mah Jongg Madness
Sit and Be Fit: Chair
Aerobics
Yarn Spinners: Knitting &
Crochet Club
The Zen of Coloring:
Encore Coloring Club
Tuesdays
10a—11a
Session 1:
Feb 9— March 1
Session 2:
April 5— April 26
Instructor:
Teri Zurfluh/Encore staff
Location:
Regional Workforce Development Center
Chair aerobics is a safe, effective, low impact workout good for all fitness levels.
This video series is an effective alternative to conventional exercise if you have
never exercised, cannot stand for a prolonged amount of time or are just
returning to a fitness routine. Chair aerobics is also challenging enough for
people at higher fitness levels wanting to exercise in limited space, such as at the
office or in a small living space. The simple movements will burn fat while
simultaneously toning and strengthening various muscle groups.
Yarn Spinners: Knitting and Crochet Club
Tuesdays
11a—1p
Instructor:
Bruce Saunders, SoCo Knitters/Crocheters
Location:
Walter Cecil Rawls Library, Courtland
Transportation: On your own
Join Bruce Saunders and her SoCo Knitters and Crocheters support group as you
work on current projects or bring a new one to life! Come “knitwork” with
beginners and experienced crafters alike to exchange ideas about projects,
exchange “yarns” and yarn ideas for projects, and just have fun! Knitters need to
bring their own 10.5—11 straight needles and Red Heart yarn is recommended.
Crocheters need to bring a G needle and Red Heart yarn is also recommended.
The Zen of Coloring: Encore Coloring Club
Wednesdays
Feb 10—April 27
11a—12p
Instructor:
Teri Zurfluh
Location:
Regional Workforce Development Center
Coloring books...They’re not just for kids anymore! Coloring has been said to be
able to help you achieve mindfulness, banish anxiety, and even deal with
trauma. There is something very satisfying about watching the color slowly
spread across the page, about seeing your thought and effort create a tangible,
pretty thing at a reasonable, predictable pace. Coloring is more fun when you do
it in the company of friends, so join our coloring club and unleash your creativity
in a familiar, yet new way! Coloring pages and pencils will be provided, and
members are encouraged to bring their own to use and/or share. And you don’t
have to stay within the lines!
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Silver Speaker Series
Advance Care Planning Made Easy
April 29
Member
Favorite!
10a - 12p
Speaker:
David Murray, Executive Director,
Advance Care
Planning Coalition
of Eastern Virginia
Location:
Silver Speaker Series
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Advanced Care Planning
Be Heart Healthy!
The Encore Kitchen:
Cooking with Heart
Workforce Development Center
Advance Care Planning is important for every at adult. At any age, a
medical crisis can leave someone too ill or injured to make his or her
health care decisions. These decisions require thoughtful consideration
as part of a process of understanding and self-reflection - not at a crisis
stage. In addition to compelling statistics and some myth-busting, this
course will address all the components of the planning process, the steps
in completing an advance directive, and the where’s and how’s of sharing
this important personal document with family and key professionals. All
materials provided.
Be Heart Healthy!
May 17
11a—12p
Speaker:
Dianne Vick, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Southampton Memorial Hospital
Location:
Workforce Development Center
When the newly released 2016 Dietary Guidelines arrived from the
USDA , they came with three recommended diets, each designed to make
sure you get all the nutrients you need, but don't overdo it with calories.
Learn what's new (sugar goals), what's old (cholesterol goals), and what
experts are fighting about (the meat).
The Encore Kitchen: Cooking with Heart
March 10
Instructor:
Location:
1p
Chef Estine Rusk, Southampton Memorial Hospital
Joe Marlowe, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist &
Personal Trainer
Regional Workforce Development Center
Join local food expert Chef Estine Rusk for a heart healthy cooking demo
as he prepares delicious grilled kabobs with salad & homemade ranch
recipe. Who knew how delicious healthy could taste?! Then hear about
the latest in effective exercise practices with Joe Marlowe from
Southampton Memorial Hospital.
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Silver Speaker Series
Our Virginia Heritage: Nature and Geometry in the Jeffersonian
Landscape
February 9
1p
Instructor: William D. Rieley, PLA, Rieley & Associates
Location: Regional Workforce Development Center
Silver Speaker Series
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Our Virginia Heritage:
Nature and Geometry in
the Jeffersonian
Landscape
The ground-breaking restoration of Jefferson’s landscape at Poplar
Forest by the Garden Club of Virginia has incorporated the meticulous
archaeological work by Poplar Forest’s Jack Gary and his staff; but it has
also tied this work to the documentary record of Thomas Jefferson’s
landscape designs at both Poplar Forest and Monticello, and to the
garden traditions of the 18th and early 19th centuries in England and
America. This restoration will broaden our understanding of Jefferson’s
approach to the landscape and illustrate that motifs that had
disappeared from the American landscape until this restoration.
William D. Rieley serves as the Landscape Architect for The Garden Club
of Virginia, a position he has held since 1998. In that capacity, he works
at the direction of the Restoration Committee to prepare plans for new
projects the Garden Club undertakes, and advises on projects previously
completed where adjustments or new work is contemplated.
We appreciate our partnership with the Franklin Garden Club in bringing
this unique speaker to our Encore Learning members and thank them for
their generosity of spirit in sharing the love of gardening with us.
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Encore Onscreen
American Ride Series
Location:
Workforce Development Center Tech Theatre
Ride on the back of a Harley-Davidson with America's history teacher,
Stan Ellsworth. Discover more about the history and future of our great
nation, meet people across the country who believe in freedom, and
find out more about American culture and people. Produced by byutv.
America’s Great Men Series
February 18
11a—12p
The Indispensable Man: George Washington
American Ride
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America’s Great Men
Series
 George
Washington &
Abraham Lincoln
 Adams & Jefferson
 Theodore Roosevelt &
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
George Washington is one of the most respected and revered leaders in
American history. See how his experiences as a soldier in the French and
Indian War molded him into a hero of the Revolution and, eventually, the first
president of the United States.
Mr. Lincoln's War
Meet the private Mr. Lincoln and learn how the struggles and trials in his
personal life made the unassuming "backwoods" lawyer a powerful political
voice and the champion of Union.
April 7
11a—12p
The Eagle & Dove: Adams & Jefferson
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson were some of the greatest political rivals
yet the best of friends. Their shared background in law allowed them to pave
the way for the creation of the Declaration of Independence and the
establishment of the "unalienable rights" central to American ideology.
Friends, Foes & Friends Again: Adams & Jefferson
On July 4, 1776, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson both signed the
Declaration of Independence and became two of the most prominent leaders
of the Revolution. Each served as both vice president and president of the
United States. And although they were political rivals, they shared an
everlasting bond of brotherhood that lasted until death.
May 12
11a—12p
Bull Moose and His Big Stick
He was one of the most powerful personalities to ever occupy the White
House. Learn of the tragedies and triumphs that made Theodore Roosevelt
the champion of American exceptionalism and one of our most celebrated
presidents.
FDR
As the Great Depression worsens, people´s hopes are fading fast. Just when
things seem the worst, Franklin Roosevelt promises that "happy days are here
again." Will the New Deal save America from the most devastating economic
disaster in modern history?
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Encore on the GO!
Art in the Gardens:
Agecroft Gardens & Virginia
Museum of Fine Arts
Encore on the Go!
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Art in the Gardens:
Agecroft Gardens &
Virginia Museum of
Fine Arts
The Garden Cemetery:
Hollywood Cemetery
May 18
8:30a—5p
Docent:
Kathy Mountjoy, Tours and Tales
Location:
Richmond, VA
Designed by noted landscape architect Charles Gillette, Agecroft's grounds reflect
the order and opulence of English gardens. Here, a fragrance garden blooms with
Elizabethan aromatics. The sunken garden explodes with annuals. A walk through
these gardens feels much like a stroll back in time, with elaborately clipped herbs
of the knot garden, a collection of exotic plants once recorded by John Tradescant
the Younger, and a living exhibit of medicinal, flavoring and aromatic plants.
Then we’ll lunch at the Virginia Fine Arts Museum’s Best Café, a wall of windows
and terrace overlook a reflecting pool and the Robins Sculpture Garden. After
lunch, we’ll explore the museum itself, which houses a remarkable permanent
collection of 33,000 works of art from almost every major world culture.
Our tour will feature the fantastic tour guide
and masterful storyteller Kathy Mountjoy! The
cost of lunch is the responsibility of each
Encore member.
The Garden Cemetery:
Hollywood Cemetery
April 20
8:30a—5p
Docent:
Kathy Mountjoy, Tours and Tales
Location:
Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond, VA
Travel with Encore Learning as we visit Hollywood Cemetery, a national treasure
located in Richmond! Whether you're enjoying a walk through the winding paths,
visiting the grave of a loved one or participating in an organized tour, this
spectacular outdoor museum has plenty of stories to tell. Much more than a
cemetery, Hollywood is a living story in stone, iron and landscape. Designed in
1847 by noted architect John Notman of Philadelphia, Hollywood has been a fullyoperational cemetery since the 19th century. It serves as the final resting place
for two American presidents, six Virginia governors, two Supreme Court justices,
twenty-two Confederate generals and thousands of Confederate soldiers. In
addition, Hollywood accommodates many deceased loved ones from the
Richmond community and beyond.
The natural and architectural beauty of Hollywood Cemetery sets it apart from
the grid-like layout of many cemeteries today. Known as a "garden cemetery",
Hollywood's paths wind through the 135 acres of valleys, hills and stately trees.
The skillful design, faithful stewardship and nature's beauty have made this
cemetery one of the most historic and beautiful cemeteries in the United States.
Our tour will feature the fantastic tour guide and masterful storyteller Kathy
Mountjoy! The cost of lunch is the responsibility of each Encore member.
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Encore Learning Partner Programs
Art in the Afternoon: Rawls Museum Arts
March 1
Location:
2p—3p
Rawls Museum Arts, Courtland, VA
Transportation: On your own
Explore this jewel of local artistic talent that lies in our own
backyard! Works by the Blackwater Artist League will be
on exhibit for our enjoyment.
Museum Musings
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Art in the Afternoon: Rawls
Museum Arts
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Portrait of a Collector:
Wayland L. Jenkins, Jr. Fine
Arts Center
Portrait of a Collector:
Wayland L. Jenkins, Jr. Fine Arts Center
February 26
9a—4p
Docent:
Twyla Duke, Curator
Location:
Wayland L. Jenkins, Jr. Fine Art Center, Chowan University
Right in our backyard at Chowan University in Murfreesboro, NC, the
Wayland L. Jenkins, Jr. Fine Art Center features a permanent collection of
original art and early 19th century furniture. Consisting of almost ninety
original works of art and more than seven noteworthy pieces of furniture, the
Center represents Mr. Jenkins’ talent as a collector. Artists including Hobson
Pittman, Edward Potthast, and Joseph Blackburn are featured in the gallery as
well as many artists throughout the mid-Atlantic and southeastern regions of
the United States. . Join curator Twyla Duke as she offers Encore members a
unique opportunity to gain insight and appreciation for the “art” of collecting.
After our tour , we’ll enjoy lunch in
downtown Murfreesboro. The cost of lunch
is the responsibility of each Encore
member.
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Encore Learning Partner Programs
Defining the Cold War
Saturday, March 5
2p
Instructor:
Isle of Wight County Museum staff
Location:
Isle of Wight County Museum
Transportation:
On your own
This day marks the 70th anniversary of Winston Churchill’s Iron Curtain speech
which defined the parameters of the Cold War. Visit Carrollton Nike Park’s N75L site for a day of Cold War history.
Museum Musings
Monster Matinee
Sunday, March 13
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Defining the Cold War
Monster Matinee
Put the Genie Back in the
Bottle
1p
Instructor:
Isle of Wight County Museum staff
Location:
Isle of Wight County Museum
Transportation:
On your own
Mike Holtzclaw, the Daily Press’ very own Roger Ebert, will regale us with clips
and trivia about classic Cold War-era monster movies…Attack of the Crab
Monsters, Deadly Mantis, It! and Plan 9 from Outer Space….this will be an
afternoon of popcorn, levity and adventure as we give a thumbs up or thumbs
down to important and scary moments in film history.
Put the Genie Back in the Bottle
Sunday, May 15
1p
Instructor:
Isle of Wight County Museum staff
Location:
Isle of Wight County Museum
Transportation:
On your own
Antique 19th and early 20th century bottles have long attracted collectors
due to their beautiful shapes and colors, historical interest and availability to
anyone willing to do some sleuthing and some digging. Many collectors focus
on specific brands or regions or bottles from specific venues such as a
pharmacy or dairy. Bottle collector Joseph Reish will present this history of
bottles and share some rare examples.
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Encore Extras!
Encore Extras! (EE!) are events and programs that aren’t
covered in your regular Encore Learning membership.
Typically, EE! events have additional registration or material
costs, and Encore Learning staff may help with the
registration process and/or transportation.
SeniorFest 2016
Thursday, March 17
Location:
Chowan University
Encore Extras!
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SeniorFest 2016
Transportation:
Registration Fee:
On your own*
$14 per person (includes program and lunch)
* If we have enough interest, Encore Learning will provide transportation
for this Encore Extra! Event
Chowan University's Annual SeniorFest, a senior-adult event held each spring
on the historic campus, highlights healthy lifestyles, Christian living and sheds
light on other issues facing senior-adults today.
With special guest speakers, informative breakout sessions, live musical
entertainment, classic southern buffet and door prizes, SeniorFest offers a
day full of fellowship and fun for individuals or groups.
More registration information will be available in February 2016.
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The Benefits of Lifelong Learning for Adults 50+
The pursuit of knowledge through lifelong
learning—whether it’s learning how to dance,
speak a foreign language, write a newsletter,
improve your golf swing, or repair your car—has
proven benefits for adults 50 and older:
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Improves memory and keeps your mind sharp
Increases self-confidence
Offers an inexpensive way to try something new
Saves money as you learn to “do it yourself”
Gives you a feeling of accomplishment
Helps you meet people who share your interests
Builds on skills you already have
Gives you a new interest that you can share with
family and friends
Provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and
discussions with peers
Offers opportunities to seek knowledge, share
knowledge, and ask questions
Benefits for Encore Participants
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High quality, flexible, convenient, and low
cost classes
Travel opportunities
Social networking
Volunteer opportunities
“Learn as if you were going to live forever.”
ENCORE LEARNING
Division of Workforce Development
Paul D. Camp Community College
100 N. College Drive
Franklin, VA 23851
757.569.6700 phone
757.569.6055 fax
encorelearning@pdc.edu email
www.pdc.edu/workforce-development/encorelearning
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