Learn to Create Photographic Composite Images

December 18th, 2024|Categories: Creative Arts, Photography|Tags: creative arts, Lifelong Learning, photography|

International award-winning photographer Tom Klare unveils the process he uses to create digital photographic composites -- the technique of combining multiple photos to create a single surreal, dreamlike, conceptual, or even whimsical image (similar to collage or montage) using a DSLR camera and Photoshop for post-production. Tom will share his own portfolio of award-winning composite images, and will do a brief demonstration on how to begin creating your own. FORMAT: In-Person [...]

Make the Most of Visiting Your Doctor

December 17th, 2024|Categories: Health and Wellness, Seniors / Caregivers|Tags: caregiver, caregiving, Lifelong Learning, senior wellness, wellness|

Learn helpful tips to make the most out of your doctor visits--presented by Hospice of the Valley. Identify the framework most doctors use, learn how doctors organize their time with patients, and learn how to come prepared with information and questions to make the visit a mutually rewarding experience. FORMAT: In-person – classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Presentation AGES: Adults 18+ FEE AMOUNT: Thanks to our donors, there is no charge to attend this event but [...]

Get Healthy in 2025 with 5 Simple Steps

December 17th, 2024|Categories: Health and Wellness|Tags: Lifelong Learning, nutrition, wellness|

Kickstart your health journey this year with a fresh, actionable approach to wellness! Join us for an engaging and practical presentation that will empower you to make simple, sustainable changes for a healthier 2025. Learn how to set realistic health goals, fuel your body with nutritious foods, plan meals with ease, and embrace mindful eating habits. We'll also cover tips for staying hydrated, moving more, and overcoming common obstacles to [...]

Create a Glass Cheese Plate

December 14th, 2024|Categories: Creative Arts|Tags: art, creative arts, fused glass, Kathy Nelson, Lifelong Learning|

Create a unique piece of functional art to use for serving your favorite cheeses. Instructor will demonstrate the unique properties of glass and heat, and provides helpful coaching and encouragement. You'll have plenty of colorful glass squares of different thickness to choose from. Cheese plate measures approximately 9” x 9”. FORMAT: In-person classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Hands-on AGES: Adults 18+ EXPERIENCE LEVEL: Novice, Intermediate PREREQUISITES: None WHAT TO BRING: Please wear close-toed shoes. All materials provided by [...]