Special Interest

Instructor: Cindy Hartley

We all have tales to tell! Memoirs are a beautiful way to reveal who we really are and what matters to us. But how do we even start? Writing a memoir isn’t just about facts, it’s about perceptions. Your unique experience of events is what will captivate readers. In this class, you’ll learn specific techniques to create a dynamic story by “cutting the fat” and packing the rest with bold ideas and imagery.

Cindy is a lifelong writer with a particular enthusiasm for poetry, flash fiction, and memoir. She’s an English Lit graduate and retired copy editor who believes writing can be fun and transformative for all, regardless of experience or skill level.

Days of the week: Tuesdays and Thursdays

Dates: October 8 & 10, 15 & 17 (4 lessons)

Time: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Cost: $85

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.

*Session 1*

Day of the week: Monday

Dates: Sept. 23 – Oct. 14 (4 lessons)

Time 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Cost: $60

*Session 2*

Day of the week: Monday

Dates: Oct. 28 – Nov. 18 (4 lessons)

Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Cost: $60

Instructor: Shawna Burns

Take time out of your busy schedule to focus for a moment on your own needs. In this free class, Shawna will explore simple, yet powerful concepts that can be used to “rewire the brain,” changing negative thinking pathways into positive, productive actions. Shawna will guide the audience through a deep breathing, mindfulness exercise to reduce stress and promote the importance of self-love and self-care.

Shawna Burns, LPC-S, LADAC-CS, PsyD-Candidate is a licensed mental health therapist who specializes in trauma and addictions. She has been a therapist for over 20 years and is the CEO of the Seed Digging Wellness Center.

Day of the week: Thursday

Date: November 14

Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Cost: FREE! (Registration is required)

Instructor: Maxine O’Brien

This hands-on class will show you how to troubleshoot issues with your bagless vacuum. If you have a newer, bagless vacuum (no steam cleaners, please) that is just not performing as it used to, bring it to this class and have it checked over by a vacuum pro! Learn the ins and outs of your vacuum, and all the places where stuff can get stuck!

Maxine makes sure everything runs smoothly at the North and South Campuses, as well as the Pioneer Villas. As the Institutional Services Supervisor at Northark, she has many years of experience dealing with malfunctioning vacuums and other types of equipment. In her spare time, Maxine likes to ride her motorcycle, watch movies, go swimming, and hang out with friends.

Day of the week: Monday

Date: November 25

Time: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Cost: $25