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#01- NOT YOUR EVERYDAY BOOK CLUB
For anyone who loves a good read and wants some suggestions or who has read a good book and wants to suggest it to others. Genres looked at will include recognized classics, classics to be, poetry, drama, fiction, non-fiction and kid’s books. Jean Jeacle
Mondays, 2:30 to 4:30 pm, Jan. 30–Feb. 27
No class Feb. 20 (Family Day)
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051

Cost: $57. (4 sessions)

#02- SPIRITUAL DIMENSION OF ISLAM
Islam is generally perceived as a legalistic religion concerned primarily with the enactment of a detailed law known as "Shariah". What is less known is that there is a strong spiritual tradition in Islam that goes back to the time of Prophet Muhammad and the early Muslim community. This spiritual dimension is an essential aspect of Islam that is complementary to its legalistic dimension. This course includes a discussion of the origin as well as the development of this spiritual dimension, its characteristics, methods, and aims. Abdollah Vakily
Tuesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 am, Jan. 31–Mar. 20
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051

Cost: $82. (8 sessions)

#03- HOT TOPICS
An opportunity to freely exchange ideas on current events and hot button issues. Not a formal debate, but an organized discussion and exchange of ideas with others in your community. Come and explore the issues which matter to you and perhaps hear other points of view! Topics will be chosen by the group based on current events. Dave Holford
Tuesdays, 2:30 to 4:30 pm, Jan. 31–Mar. 20
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $82. (8 sessions)

#04- COMPUTERS LEVEL I
A computer course for complete novices. You will learn basic computer terminology and familiarize yourself with the functions of the mouse and keyboard, with hands-on exercises. There will be an introduction into basic word processing and how to create files and folders. This will be followed by internet browsing, e.g. you will learn how to find your favourite recipes, news stories etc. on the internet, and how to print them. There will also be a comprehensive demonstration on the use of email.
H. Schutz, J. Seguin, A. Collins, B. Greffe
Prerequisite: Should own or have access to a computer.
Tuesdays, 3:30 to 5:30 pm, Jan. 31–Mar. 27
Note: no class Mar. 13
St. Lawrence Secondary School, 1450 2nd St. E., Room 12
Cost: $82. (8 sessions)

#05- COMPUTERS- LEVEL II
This course will go deeper into some of the aspects which have been brought up in basic computer courses for seniors. The sessions will be generally informational, but will also include some “hands-on” practice as well. Topics covered will include computer security and computer content including social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) and cameras (still and video).
R. Axten, A. Collins
Prerequisite: Computers Level I or equivalent
Wednesdays, 3:30 to 5:30 pm, Feb. 1-22
St. Lawrence Secondary School, 1450 2nd St. E., Room 12
Cost: $57. (4 sessions)

#06- POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
This course will introduce you to PowerPoint, which is an MS program to help create, design and edit presentations for anniversaries, any memorable occasion or teaching. It allows users to create anything from basic slide shows to complex presentations. It is simple to learn, especially if you already use MS Word. Please bring a USB flash drive (memory stick) to the first class. H. Schutz, J. Seguin
Prerequisite: Fair computer knowledge.
Thursdays, 3:30 to 5:30 pm, Feb. 9–Mar. 1
St. Lawrence Secondary School, 1450 2nd St. E., Room 12
Cost: $57. (4 sessions)

#07- WRITE IT NOW- My Life Story
The aim of this course is to present our life in writing as a treasure (a gift) for our children & grand-children. The course is for ordinary people who wish to write their stories to share with their descendants. Our aim is not to correct spelling and grammar. We merely want writers to tell and write their stories if they so wish. Join us for a ride and be prepared to share in a wonderful journey of writing. The group is there to encourage, and facilitate writing in a friendly atmosphere. Both new and returning participants welcome. Mary Thibeault
Wednesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 am, Feb. 1–Mar. 21
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $82. (8 sessions)

#08- MEMORIES, DREAMS & REFLECTIONS
Most people experience some loss of meaning in the second half of life. Carl Jung, father of psychoanalysis, through dream therapy sought to heal our damaged souls. Our own personality type out of (8) possibilities means an individual, unique path for each one of us as we work towards a richer lived experience and meaningful future. Join us if only to identify your special personality type (or that of a meaningful other). No previous training is required to enjoy this course. Bernard Carriere
Section A: Wednesdays, Noon to 2:00 pm, Feb. 1–Mar. 7
Section B: Thursdays, Noon to 2:00 pm, Feb. 2–Mar. 8
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $67. (6 sessions)

#09- HOME INSPECTIONS & RENOVATIONS
Session 1 will provide an overview of the field of home inspections and how it applies to buyers and sellers. A breakdown of a home's systems and how the inspector analyses these will give an understanding of the benefits of a home inspection. Session 2 will look at renovations which can increase the value of your home or make it more suitable to your changing lifestyle. Guidelines will be provided regarding the best practices that should be undertaken when hiring a contractor to complete home renovations. Mike Aho
Thursdays, 9:30 to 11:30 am, Feb. 2 & 9
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $32. (2 sessions)

#10- WHAT HAPPENS IN HAMLET?
No Shakespearean play has generated more discussion and debate than Hamlet. What was Hamlet really like? What exactly was his relationship with Ophelia? Why did he take so long to avenge his father’s death? Was Hamlet too analytical, or too impulsive? These and many other questions could prompt lively discussion among participants who would be willing to give a careful textual reading of one Act each week and come to class prepared to discuss these considerations, rather than have a course leader tell you what the “right” answers are. Tom Swift
Thursdays, 2:30 to 4:30 pm, Feb. 2–Mar. 1
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $62. (5 sessions)

#11- CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
Tired of feeling cooped up inside all winter long? Come out and learn to enjoy the basics of cross country skiing in a beautiful outdoor setting. This healthy outdoor activity is an excellent form of exercise yet is easy on the joints. The group will meet for a short indoor orientation session at the Williamstown (Charlan) Arena to cover the basics of appropriate clothing, equipment and waxing fundamentals. The group will then proceed to the scenic Summerstown trails for a 1.5 to 2 hr on-snow session. For those not owning their own equipment, rental gear will be available for $10, payable at the class. Class Instructor: Doug Boeckh. More Info: 613-931-3264. Please specify when registering if you wish rental gear and if so, shoe size, height and weight.
Friday, Feb. 3, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Charlan Arena, 19740 John St., Williamstown (meet upstairs)
Cost: $22. + rental fee (see above)

#12- SNOWSHOEING
Tired of staying indoors when the snow piles up outside? This introduction to the basics of snowshoeing in a scenic local forest may be the thing for you. A brief indoor orientation session will cover the basics of appropriate clothing and equipment. We then head outdoors to the scenic Summerstown Trails for a 1.5 hour on snow session. For those not owning their own equipment, rental gear is available for $5 payable at the class. Doug Boeckh
Friday, Feb. 10, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Charlan Arena, 19740 John St., Williamstown (meet upstairs)
Cost: $22. + rental fee (see above)

#13- POINT & SHOOT
A beginner’s course in digital photography: bring your camera and manual! The course will cover the following topics: 1) Taking pictures: focus, exposure, flash fill, macro, composition, basic and advanced settings (reading the manual). 2) Digital camera types: features, purchasing. memory cards, capacity and speed. Storing (and archiving) photos on the computer: memory card readers, filing choices, image management programs (bring your laptop if you wish). 3) Photo editing: red-eye, basic improvements, stitching. Sharing Photos: emailing to others, printing, setting up slide shows (Photo Story 3 demonstration). Introduction to movies.
Wes LIbbey
Fridays, Noon to 2:00 pm, Feb. 3-17
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $47. (3 sessions)

#14- GPS- (Global Positioning System)
The Global Positioning System has become an essential part of many of our lives. We use it to find our way around, track criminals, guide international aviation and shipping, coordinate communications over cell phones, the internet, etc. and many other uses. This will be a two-part presentation. Part one being the history and technology – why it is there, and how it works. Part two will explore how we can use the readily available and relatively cheap devices to tell us where we are and guide us to our destinations. Dave Holford, Jack Seguin
Mondays, 9:30 to 11:30 am, Feb. 6 & 13
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $32. (2 sessions)

#15- KNOW YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR
Topics covered will include; basic fire behavior, chemistry of combustion, function of a smoke alarm, proper placement of a smoke alarm, changing batteries, maintenance and cleaning, false alarms, and escape planning, followed by a question and answer session. Presentation by Cornwall Fire Dept.
Monday, Feb. 6, Noon to 2:00 pm
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#16- NEW TOFU RECIPES
Many people are unfamiliar with tofu and would like to know more about how to use this incredibly versatile and nutritious ingredient. We will make four different dishes using tofu in a variety of ways: soup, main dish, salad and dessert. Discover how tofu can indeed be delicious…if you know how to use it.
Second in a series, menu to include; Mushroom Avocado Salad, Meal in a Bowl Squash Soup, Tofu Crumbles / Shepherd's Pie, Almond Banana Fruit Cream. New and returning participants welcome. Chloe Fox
Tuesday, Feb. 7, Noon to 2:00 pm
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#17- ARMCHAIR TOUR OF THE LOST VILLAGES
On July 1, 1958, many tons of dynamite exploded, releasing the waters being held back by the last coffer dam of the Hydro and Seaway projects of the St. Lawrence River in the Cornwall area. For three days, water rushed over the land, drowning all memories of the six picturesque villages and three hamlets that stretched out along the St. Lawrence shoreline. This session will feature a PowerPoint presentation of the Lost Villages, with recollections of the St. Lawrence Seaway and Hydro Project by Jim Brownell, president of the Lost Villages Historical Society.
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2:30 to 4:30 pm
St. Lawrence Power Development Visitor Centre
2500B Second Street West, Cornwall
Cost: $22.

#18- GREAT LAKES & ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY STORIES
This session will showcase a series of films, featuring stories of the Great Lakes & St. Lawrence Seaway. “Mysteries of the Great Lakes” highlights the need for preservation and conservation, and showcases the amazing geography, ecology, science and history of one of the largest freshwater resources in the world. “A River Lost” is the story of the St. Lawrence Seaway by David Jones. It features vignettes and photographs from the Lost Villages personnel about life on the river before the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project. “Submerged” and “Treasures of the Lost Villages” from John Earle will round out the program.
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2:30 to 4:30 pm
St. Lawrence Power Development Visitor Centre
2500B Second Street West, Cornwall
Cost: $22.

#19- PYRAMID SELLING
What is Pyramid Selling? Why is it Illegal? How can you identify a Pyramid Sales scam? For decades many companies have had to deal with the "Stigma of Pyramid Selling" when marketing their products to potential consumers. This course will enable you to identify Pyramid Selling Plans, and clarify the difference between pyramid selling and legitimate marketing plans offered by many multi level marketing and direct sales companies in Canada today. It will highlight who the legitimate dealers are and the regulatory bodies that oversee them. Ray Riley
Monday, Feb. 13, Noon to 2:00 pm
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#20- THE FORUM
Not to be confused with Hot Topics, the Forum does welcome folks who enjoy being part of a group, welcome new ideas and are ready to challenge conventional barriers. If you are wondering – How we became? – How we continue? – Where we might go? – then this is where you need to be. The Forum takes religion out of spirituality and answers the question – Are we the Ring Master of our own personal circus? The facilitator is David Rawnsley and the Forum is entering its third season.
Tuesdays, Noon to 2:00 pm, Feb. 14–Apr. 3
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $82. (8 sessions)

#21- TRAVELS TO IRELAND & SCOTLAND
Elaine Kennedy fulfilled a dream of her father by visiting Ireland last June. Renting a car, she travelled around the coast stopping when and where she pleased. In Scotland, she joined a group of which she is a member, to visit distilleries with some sightseeing on the side. Join Elaine as she relives her Celtic memories.
Thursday, Feb. 16, 9:30 to 11:30 am
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#22- TAKE 5 YEARS OFF YOUR LOOK
Take 5 years off your look in an afternoon! Updates on the best in wrinkle and age-spot technologies. Makeup artists to teach and demonstrate youthful make-up techniques. Samples! Door prizes! Makeovers!
Donna MacDonell, Shoppers Drug Mart
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2:30 to 4:30 pm
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#23- DRIVER’S LICENCE RENEWAL FOR SENIORS 80+
For Seniors 80+. Do you need to refresh your knowledge for renewing your driver’s license? This session will provide an overview of what to expect for the MTO written test.
Joy Seguin
Thursday, Feb. 23, 9:30 to 11:30 am
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#24- MILITARY TECHNOLOGY that Changed the World
From the dawn of human society military inventions have found uses in society at large. Thanks to the needs of the military we have a wide variety of goods and devices, which would possibly never have been made available were it not to meet a military requirement. We have everything from canned food through jet aircraft, RADAR, the Internet and the Global Positioning System (GPS) and much more. Dave Holford will examine and explain why and how these inventions came to be and why they have become essential parts of our society.
Friday, Feb. 24, Noon to 2:00 pm
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#25- MUSIC APPRECIATION
Analysis of well known classics and their composers. Each session will include a brief review of music theory but only as it applies to the music of that session. Session 1: Tchaikovsky, Nutcracker suite, Mendelssohn, Overture to A Midsummer Night's Dream. Session 2: Haydn. Surprise Symphony, Schubert 8th Symphony (The Unfinished). David Smith
Mondays, Noon to 2:00 pm, Feb. 27 & Mar. 5
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $32. (2 sessions)

#26-THE COVENANTING TRADITION in Scottish & Glengarry History
The Scottish religious tradition of the Covenanters has never received a ready audience in Glengarry County and is represented only at the margins by the Reformed Presbyterian congregation on the Brodie Road. Nonetheless their traditions are richly representative of the early Scots emigrations to the Carolinas and the American South and account for considerable differences of custom and style between Canada and America. Our presentation deals with the English Civil War, the Presbyterian martyrology of the Killing Times, Montrose, Bonnie Dundee (Bloody Clavers), the Cameronians and all the lore of song and poetry that informs our views on this dark matter, not to mention the new-found ritual of The Kirkin' of the Tartan. David Anderson
Wednesday, Feb. 29, 2:30 to 4:30 pm
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#27- THE EUROPEAN UNION- WHAT IS IT ?
Is it a grand experiment of idealistic notions about to drown in a fiscal quagmire? Or is it the birth of a template for economic harmony, shared prosperity and European peace? Let’s take a journey through its colorful history. Gerd Wiencke
Thursdays, 9:30 to 11:30 am, Mar. 1 & 8
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $32. (2 sessions)

#28- FUN WITH DAVE!
There is a commonly held belief that fun for the sake of fun is a thing of the past. Fun supposedly requires the use of technology ranging from radio, through movies, to the Internet. Dave Holford will attempt to demonstrate that individuals and groups are having FUN just for the sake of FUN – or; perhaps with a hidden agenda to surreptitiously change our behaviour.
Friday, Mar. 2, Noon to 2:00 pm
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#29- ASK YOUR PHARMACIST
Have you ever wondered why it takes so long to have your prescription filled at the pharmacy? Lorena deRooy, pharmacist at Medical Arts Pharmacy, Cornwall, will go through the basics on drug interactions and what you can do to protect your health. The second half will touch on other pharmacy related issues such as the brand vs generic debate, specialty programs available through pharmacies, and any questions that you have for your pharmacist.
Monday, Mar. 5, 9:30 to 11:30 am
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#30- YOU MIGHT AS WELL LAUGH
Laughter is said to be the best medicine to deal with the vicissitudes of life. Our mission will be to prepare a stockpile of snickers, chuckles and guffaws to be used when life seems arbitrary and unfair. Let’s practice seeing the funny side of life. Jean Jeacle
Mondays, 2:30 to 4:30 pm, Mar. 5 & 12
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $32. (2 sessions)

#31- CALCULATORS NOT REQUIRED
This workshop would interest the student that was wondering what the Universe has to do with them and how they might be involved. If you are asking – Is my brain the Ring Master of my own personal circus?, then you need an introduction to quantum physics because it takes the religion out of spirituality and leads in some surprising directions. Most importantly no mathematics is used in this class while it explores the reality of entering the Rabbit Hole. Presented by David Rawnsley, this workshop also acts as introduction to the Forum, a group of interested individuals who enjoy stretching their newly discovered brains.
Fridays, Noon to 2:00 pm, Mar. 9 & 16
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $32. (2 sessions)

#32- IS YOUR COMPUTER SECURE?
This session will address concerns about computer security.  We will cover viruses, cookies, spam, firewalls, and on-line banking. This will be a basic overview which will give participants more confidence when on the internet. Robin Axten
Monday, Mar. 12, Noon to 2:00 pm
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#33- TOXINS IN THE HOME
"For the first time in the history of the world, every human being is now subjected to contact with dangerous chemicals from the moment of conception until death".
1962 - Rachel Carson Silent Spring
Part I- Identifying hidden toxins lurking in your home: The effects on the human body of these toxins, found in commonly used products, will be explained. Test kits will be demonstrated and safe alternatives provided. Part II- Is there Teflon in your trousers?: What you should know about dry cleaning, wrinkle free bed sheets, no iron clothing, antibacterial socks and much more. Plus, a more in depth look at some of the toxins raised in Part I.
Colleen Carter
Wednesdays, 2:30 to 4:30 pm, Mar. 14 & 21
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $32. (2 sessions)

#34- CARING FOR YOUR TREES
Participants will learn about the importance of proper tree trimming/care as it relates to industry safety practices, techniques of proper tree care and the value of trees on a property. The criteria for selecting an arborist and what credentials or insurance they must have before starting work on your property will also be covered. Paul Maclean
Thursday, Mar. 15, 8:30 to 10:30 am
PLEASE NOTE EARLY START TIME
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#35- FROM THE END OF YOUR NOSE to INFINITY & BEYOND
Not everything can be seen with the human eye. But, with the aid of special devices we can enlarge our field of vision dramatically. This session will be a time line of how we went from using one's eyes to see the stars to using telescopes and satellites and how they changed our understanding of the universe. We will also look at the reverse- using a telescope to see the small things. Jim Sallie
Thursday, Mar. 15, 2:30 to 4:30 pm
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#36- GEOLOGY, GLACIATION & GROUNDWATER of SOUTHEASTERN ONTARIO
This talk will deal with the surface and subsurface geology of the Windsor to Ottawa-Montreal corridor, concentrating on the St. Lawrence Lowlands. As well, glacial features and general information on groundwater used as drinking water will be illustrated. Most of the maps and information will be taken from a publication by R.J.W. Douglas, 1968 (Geological Survey of Canada). Maps, cross-sections, photographs and diagrams will be used to display and explain the information in a Power Point Presentation. Paul R. Gunther
Thursday, Mar. 22, 9:30 to 11:30 am
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

#37- VARIATIONS OF LOVE
A poetry session with Ellis Barclay and John Firn. The theme of variations of love; sexual, spiritual, and brotherly will be examined in the poetry of Birney, Atwood, Souster, Frost and others. Also the proposition: “why can’t a woman be more like a man” will be debated.
Thursdays, 2:30 to 4:30 pm, Mar. 22 & 29
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $32. (2 sessions)

#38- MOUNT KILIMANJARO
Join Doug Boeckh as he recounts climbing to the snow-capped roof of Africa. Mount Kilimanjaro at 5895 meters above sea level is not only the tallest peak in Africa, but the tallest free-standing mountain in the World and claims more human lives every year than that other puppy Mount Everest. Amazing scenery right from the arid plains of Africa through rainforest and heather right up to glaciers thousands of years old.
Friday, Mar. 30, Noon to 2:00 pm
St. Lawrence College, Aultsville Hall, Room A1051
Cost: $22.

INCOME TRUST GROUP
What are Income Trusts and how do they differ from other investment vehicles? Do they have a place in a Seniors’ investment portfolio? Gerd Wiencke’s Income Trust Group meets on a regular basis to discuss strategies and review how group member’s investments are performing. If you would like to attend their next meeting to learn more about this particular form of investing, please call Encore at 613-937-1525.


Please note that information provided and opinions expressed during Encore classes are solely those of the course presenters and do not necessarily reflect the views of Encore Seniors’ Education Centre.

ENCORE TREASURE TROVE
The Treasure Trove is now one year old and we very much appreciate the interest you have shown.

The active participation of many Encore Members in donating and purchasing these treasures helped to make this project worthwhile and has raised almost $1,000 towards our rent payments.

We have decided to keep the “store” open and earnestly ask all of you to participate in this endeavor.

Donate generously ! Buy frivolously ! Keep Encore alive !

Thank you,

Your Fundraising Committee

For further information, please call:

Johanna Feilotter 613-937-0095 or Gerd Wiencke 613-933-3830

Encore Seniors’ Education Centre would like to thank the Encore Patrons for their financial contribution to the Encore program. Your support is greatly appreciated.

For information on becoming an Encore Patron, please call the Encore office at 613-937-1525