Drumheller Community Learning Society

Spring
2015
Drumheller Community
Learning Society
GUIDING YOUR JOURNEY TO FURTHER EDUCATION
The Drumheller Community Learning Society has been
providing non-credit adult learning opportunities for over
37 years. The classes are stimulating and fun, presented
by qualified independent instructors who enjoy introducing
others to their subjects.
The board membership is comprised of dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers from throughout the Drumheller
area. As a council we desire to offer any course that you want for enjoyment or need for self-improvement. The
classes in this brochure are a sampling of what is available. Additional courses can be added if there is sufficient
interest.
The Drumheller and District Further Education Council is one of over 80 Community Adult Learning Councils in
Alberta who receive funding from Alberta Advanced Education & Technology, Community Programs Branch. Visit
the provincial website at http://www.communitylearning.info.
Board Members
Tom Dooley– President– Private Member ▪ Vice President- Private Member- Linde Turner
Lynda Collins- Campus Alberta Central ▪ Treasurer– Ascend Financial- Coleen Gordon
Irene Kirkpatrick– Alberta Works ▪ Family Resources– Dave Watson
Becky Kowalchuk- Royal Tyrrell Museum ▪ Private Member- Barb Murray
Bridget Undland- ATCO Electric ▪
Staff Members
Dana Davidson– Site Manager
Louise Henrickson– Family Literacy Coordinator
Lena Braman-Administrative Assistant
Jan Quinney– Adult Literacy Coordinator
Family Literacy Facilitators- Laura Armstrong , Shelley Frisky, Karen Pratt & Cindy Law
Registration can be made by Phone or In Person
Methods of Payment include: Cash, Interac, Visa and Mastercard
Registration Policies
1. Payment is due upon registration—you are not registered until we have received payment or a credit card can be
used to reserve a spot.
2. Register early—courses lacking enrollment numbers are canceled one week prior to the course start date, unless
otherwise stated.
Cancellation Policies
If a class is canceled by the council you will be notified by telephone and a full refund will be issued.
All student initiated cancellations need a minimum of seven day notice or there will be a 35% cancellation
fee. A late cancellation can result in a class not proceeding.
Please note: Instructors and course dates may be subject to change.
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Office Hours
Monday to Thursday: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Evenings: 5:00pm to 10:00pm
(Closed July and August)
Phone: 403-823-8300
Fax: 403-823-7083
Email: [email protected]
www.drumfurthered.com
Box 998
250 Centre Street
General Interest
All classes at Bit’s & Pieces Keepsake Quilting will have a 1 hour lunch
break. Supply lists are available at the store, where you’ll receive
a 15% discount off all your supplies. You can also bring your own.
Beginner’s Painting &Techniques
Stickman Art Journaling
Learn everything you need to get started painting in the
versatile and beautiful mediums of watercolour and acrylics.
There are 6 classes and topics to be covered include: Wet/
dry techniques- including glazes and dry brush, Colour
theory and Mixing-how to create harmony and contrast to
a painting, Composition- how to arrange the elements of
your painting to grab the viewer’s attention. A look at the
masters in the discipline. Students will create one complete
piece. All supplies and materials included in the fee.
Have you ever had feelings that you couldn’t find the right
words to describe? Art-journaling is a safe way to reflect on
and explore your feelings and emotions through the use of
collage and art. Come explore and play with art materials
in your own art-journal through guided projects, and see
what you can do! Some supplies will be provided by the
instructor, but students are responsible for bringing their
own scissors and hard cover sketchbook with blank pages.
Instructor: Ellen Nobel
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Thurs • March 12, 19, 26 & April 2 • 7pm - 9pm (4 classes)
Instructor: Vicki Myers
Vicki’s Studio- Navy League Building
Please call Vicki at 403-821-1407 for more
information and to register!
Fee $130 (Acrylic) or $160 (Watercolour)
Dog Obedience 101
Joan Marklund, B. Sc
Joan is a retired geologist and life-long writer. She obtained
her Writing Out Loud Training Certification in 2007 and
introduced her students to fearless freewriting and supportively
shared their stories. In 2014, Joan became a Journal to the
Self® Certified Instructor and now brings to Drumheller
another way to write for self-discovery and personal growth.
A member of the Writer’s Guild of Alberta, Joan is also a
local creative writing judge for the Alberta 55+ Games.
Journal to the Self®
$85
Are you ready for a fun and exciting new workshop to begin
your new year? Use the Journal to the Self® Workbook
to explore 18 different techniques to create journals for
personal growth, problem solving, creative expression and
life management. This engaging, fast paced workshop
will inform and delight you! No prior writing experience
is necessary. Bring a notebook or a journal and a pen or
pencil. A Journal to the Self® Workbook will be provided.
Instructor: Joan Marklund
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tues & Thurs • Feb 24, 26, March 10, 12, 24 & 26
7pm - 9pm (6 classes)
Lone Star Quilt
$90
$70 + supplies
$145
Are you envious of people whose dogs walk beside them and
listen to their commands? Learn leash manners for your pet
in a positive manner. Teach them to sit/stay and recall. You
can do all this and have fun, laugh and create a bond with
your dog for life. Only one handler per dog and no children
handlers allowed (unless previously arranged with the trainers).
Please leave your pet in the vehicle at the beginning of each
class. Wear a good pair of walking shoes. Dogs have to be
at least 6 months or older. When registered, you will receive
an equipment list and map to the Dog Off Leash Park.
Instructor: Michael & Julie Cole (Cole’s Pet Resort)
Dog Off Leash Park
Mon & Thu • May 4, 7, 11, 14, 21 & 25
6:30pm - 8pm (6 classes)
Paper Piecing/Foundation Piecing
$60 incl. kit
This quick and easy technique will enable you to sew
small precise quilt blocks with great accuracy by tracing
a design sequence on paper, cutting fabric pieces in
appropriate pieces which you will then sew following lines
in numerical order. You will need basic sewing supplies,
sewing machine in good working order, small cutting mat
and a rotary cutter. Sample at Bit’s & Pieces Quilt Shop.
Instructor: Anne Riley
Bit’s & Pieces Keepsake Quilting
Wed • Feb 11 • 10am - 5:30pm (1 class)
String Quilt Table Topper
$75 incl. kit
This traditional quilt is quite striking when using modern solid
colours. You will need basic sewing supplies, sewing machine
in good working order, cutting mat and a rotary cutter. Sample
and supply list available at Bit’s & Pieces Quilt Shop.
This is a partial quilt as you go project. We will show you a great
technique in using scrap fabric. You will need basic sewing
supplies, sewing machine in good working order, cutting mat
and a rotary cutter. Sample at Bit’s & Pieces Quilt Shop.
Instructor: Anne Riley
Bit’s & Pieces Keepsake Quilting
Wed • April 1 • 10am - 5:30pm and 7pm-9pm (1 class)
Instructor: Anne Riley
Bit’s & Pieces Keepsake Quilting
Wed • Feb 25 • 10am - 5:30pm (1 class)
Call (403) 823‑8300 to register!
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General Interest
Daisy Table Runner
$75 incl. kit
Get ready for spring with this simple table runner using some
applique to make it a little more interesting. You will need basic
sewing supplies, sewing machine in good working order, cutting
mat and a rotary cutter. Sample at Bit’s & Pieces Quilt Shop.
Instructor: Anne Riley
Bit’s & Pieces Keepsake Quilting
Wed • March 11 • 10am - 5pm (1 class)
Strawberries and Cream Table Topper
After teaching for over thirty years, Ron Kenworthy retired and
became more serious about photography. He joined the Canadian
Badlands Artists Association over ten years ago and received
excellent mentoring from other members. He completed a for
credit photography course at U of C in 2004. Ron is experienced
with manual and automatic 35 mm SLR cameras and point
and shoot and SLR digital cameras. Several of his photos have
been juried into Visual Arts Alberta shows in Edmonton.
Photography Basics
$75 incl. kit
Easy applique technique makes this 35” x 35” table topper.
You will need basic sewing supplies, sewing machine in
good working order, cutting mat and a rotary cutter. Sample
and supply list available at Bit’s & Pieces Quilt Shop
Instructor: Anne Riley
Bit’s & Pieces Keepsake Quilting
Wed • March 25 • 10am - 5:30pm
Tote Bag
Ron Kenworthy
$120 incl. kit
Make a lovely 12” x 14” tote bag using batik fabrics and a little
applique for interest. You will need basic sewing supplies, sewing
machine in good working order, cutting mat and a rotary cutter.
Sample and supply list available at Bit’s & Pieces Quilt Shop.
Instructor: Anne Riley
Bit’s & Pieces Keepsake Quilting
Wed • April 22 • 10am - 5:30pm and 7pm-9pm (1 class)
Spanish 101
$99
If you are traveling and need the basics to help you get around,
who better to learn the language from than a native of Mexico?
All materials are included in the registration fee. Students are
asked to bring a willingness to learn and prepare to have fun!
Instructor: Sofia Mancini
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tue & Thu • February 10, 12, 17, 19, 24 & 26
7pm - 8:30pm (6 classes)
Spanish 201
$99
$90
Learn the basics of photography including the nature
and quality of light and how to best use your camera
to capture the best image. Lesson 1: Get to know your
camera; Lesson 2: Basic photography techniques; Lesson
3: Taking the best shot. Please bring your camera(s) and all
accessories, fresh batteries and manuals. Proceeds from
this course will go to the Canadian Badlands Gallery.
Instructor: Ron Kenworthy- Canadian Badlands Artists Association
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Wed • Feb 25, March 4 & 11 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (3 classes)
Carrie Mashon
Carrie Mashon is an artist/photographer from Dorothy, Alberta.
She works mainly in acrylic and oils and scratch art. She
has been doing scratch art for about 6 years and is the vice
president of the Canadian Badlands Artists Association.
Scratch Art
$90
Got an itch? Well, let’s scratch! Come and learn this
awesome technique using scratchboard and an exacto
knife. You will learn to take a photograph and apply to
scratchboard. The possibilities with this little known
medium are endless! To see what scratch art looks like, see
the example at Canadian Badlands Gallery. Proceeds from
this course will go to the Canadian Badlands Gallery.
Instructor: Carrie Mashon- Canadian Badlands Artists Association
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Wed • April 1, 8 & 15 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (3 classes)
For those who’ve taken Spanish 101 and wish to develop
their skills further. Learners will develop Spanish language
skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing and develop
an awareness of Latin culture. This is a comprehensive
course that will involve take home assignments. Upon
completion, you will feel more comfortable communicating
in Spanish. All learning materials included.
Instructor: Sofia Mancini
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tue & Thu • April 7, 9, 14, 16, 21 & 23
7pm - 8:30pm (6 classes)
Call (403) 823‑8300 to register!
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General Interest
Cooking Of Italy
$95
How often have you eaten out at an Italian restaurant and
wished you could re-create those same fantastic meals at
home? Most people have had this experience. This course
will teach you just that--how to cook great Italian appetizers,
entrées and desserts. With Cooking Italian you will learn the
basic techniques, but you will also learn how to prepare some
of the most popular and delicious recipes you enjoy when eating
out. Menu includes: Brushetta, Bread with Tomatoes and Basil,
Zuppa Alla Pause (Chicken soup with a poached egg), Fettuccine
Al Burro (homemade egg noodles with butter and cheese),
Osso Buco (braised veal shanks), Profiteroles Al Cioccolato
(pastry filled with cream and topped with bitter chocolate)
Instructor: Peter MacDiarmid
Dinosaur Trail Golf & Country Club
Sat • Feb 7 • 12pm - 5pm (1 class)
Cooking of Spain & Portugal
$95
Do you love Spanish Cuisine? Wouldn’t it be great to have a
themed dinner with your closest family and friends? Join Chef
Peter McDiarmid and create a menu of exquisite measure that
you will be able to share with friends and family in your own
kitchen! With Cooking of Spain & Portugal you will learn the
basic techniques needed to prepare some of the most popular
and delicious recipes you enjoy while visiting these countries, or
enjoying gourmet food while eating out. Menu includes: Broa
(Portuguese corn bread), Gaspacho (cold salad soup), Gambas
Al Ajilo (garlic shrimp), Paella (Saffron rice with chicken,
seafood and sausage), Fla De Almendras (Almond Flan)
Instructor: Peter MacDiarmid
Dinosaur Trail Golf & Country Club
Sat • March 7 • 12pm - 5pm (1 class)
Authentic Mexican Cooking
$88
Did you know that Mexican cuisine can be deliciously
simple? Prepare a lunch so good you might change how
you prepare food forever! We’ll be using simple ingredients
such as corn, meat, beans and delicious salsas to create
chilaquiles con pollo, carnita con chile, tacos dorados, refried
beans, margaritas and finishing with arroz con leche. Bring
your own cutting board, a sharp knife and your appetite.
A Trip Around The World- With Wine
Take a trip around the world-with wine! Enjoy an interactive
evening exploring six wines from around the globe. The goal of the
evening is to learn something new about a grape, a wine, even
a country and perhaps you’ll be a little less intimidated the next
time you find yourself at the wine store. Passports not required.
Instructor: Bonni Fehler
Heartwood Inn
Sat • March 21 • 7pm -10pm (1 class)
Conversational Italian
$99
Benvenuti! Parla italiano? Learn basic conversational Italian,
important expressions, greetings, simple questions and general
vocabulary related to travelling, shopping and eating. Interact
with other participants with exercises that are fun while you
learn grammar and vocabulary. This course is great if you are
travelling to Italy or just wish to experience the cultural flavor of
Italy. Books will be available for those who want to purchase any.
Instructor: Maria McIver
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tue & Thu • May 5, 7, 12, 14, 19 & 21
7pm - 8:30pm (6 classes)
Let’s Talk (English as a Second Language)
$45
Beginners to English can enroll in an Introductory Conversation
Class that will help students increase their confidence and
skill in speaking and understanding English while meeting
new people. Lessons will focus on real life situations such as
conversations between a customer and store clerk, between a
parent and a teacher, and between a job applicant and employer.
There will also be some practice in reading and writing English.
Instructor: Jan Quinney
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Mon • March 9, 16, 23, 30 & April 13, 20, 27 & May 4
7pm - 8:30pm (8 classes)
Instructor: Sofia Mancini
Sofia’s Home
Sat • April 18 • 10am - 2pm (1 class)
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$80
Call (403) 823‑8300 to register!
COTTONWOOD
CLAY STUDIO
Located in the
Badlands Community Facility
[email protected]
*tile making * wheel throwing * beginner mosaics * intermediate
mosaics * jewelry making * children’s classes * hand building &
dishes* & more
Cottonwood Clay Studio is a cooperatively run studio. Whether you are experienced or a
beginner, we welcome you to find out more about our studio.
Membership includes studio time, use of tools, kiln & glazes. We welcome members year
round and offer both single and family memberships. If you have no previous ceramics
experience, we suggest you to take a beginner course before becoming a member.
The studio is located in the Badlands Community Facility. It is equipped with all of the
essentials for creating. We offer classes, workshops, public events and open studio times.
For additional information, please call Yvonne at 403.822.2127
General Interest
Cottonwood Clayworks Studio
Beginner Mosaic Workshop
$50
Break a favorite tea cup? Come and reincarnate those broken
dishes and tiles into a beautiful dragonfly or star. This is a
perfect introduction class to get you started in mosaic work.
Learn basic mosaic and design techniques and complete a
beautiful work of art to take home and hang on your wall!
Tue • Jan 20 & 27 • 7pm – 9pm (2 classes)
Spring into Clay
$98
“Spring into Clay” is a 6 week clay class for children (9-12 years
old) that will bring out the budding artist in your child. This class
includes creative hand building and sculpting in a comfortable
relaxed atmosphere which will allow your child to explore,
imagine and have fun. Be prepared to be amazed by your child’s
creations. Topics include: Face Plates, Combination Creatures,
Porcelain Dishes, Wheel Throwing, Glazing Day and Magic Clay.
Thu • April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14 & 21
6:30pm - 8pm (6 classes)
Mud Pies for Little Guys
$85
This is a 5 week clay class for children (6-8 years old) that
will bring out the budding artist in your child! This class
involves creative hand building and sculpting in a comfortable,
relaxed atmosphere which will allow your child to explore,
imagine and have fun. Be prepared to be amazed by your
child’s creations. Topics include: Face Plates, Combination
Creatures, Porcelain Dishes, Glazing Day and Magic Clay.
Tue • April 21, 28, May 5, 12 & 19
6:30pm - 7:30pm (5 classes)
Image Tile Mosaic
$80
This is a perfect class to give you all the information and
inspiration you need to create detailed pictures and images
within your mosaic art. This technique will give you the “know
how” to continue on creating visually rich works of art. Please
bring something to mosaic on, such as a piece of plywood, a
small table, a serving tray or any other flat surface. The instructor
will also have framed boards available at cost if needed.
Tue • Feb 10, 17, 24 & March 3 • 7pm - 9pm (4 classes)
For more information call Yvonne at 403-820-5157 — Call 403-823-8300 to register!
Please note: the children’s classes fill quickly and are on a first-come, first-served basis.
All classes are held at the Cottonwood Clay Studio in the Badlands Community Facility and taught by Yvonne Markotic.
Accounting
Simply Accounting- Beginner
$98
Simply Accounting is an ideal computerized accounting program
for most small businesses. In order to work confidently within
Simply, the user must understand some crucial concepts in
the design of the program. In this 12 hour course, you will
learn important accounting terminology and Simply Accounting
concepts, create a chart of accounts, prepare various accounting
entries using the general journal, review basic reports and
their application, and have the payroll module demonstrated.
Instructor: Coleen Gordon, CGA, Ascend Financial
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Quick Books
Explore this popular, time-saving software. QuickBooks
is designed to make accounting transactions for
small businesses simple and speedy. Use it to track
invoicing, accounts payable & receivable, revenues and
expenses. Learn how to input transactions, prepare
journal entries, run reports and reconcile the bank.
Instructor: Jackie McConnell
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tue & Thu • April 28 & 30 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (2 classes)
Tue & Thu • May 5, 7 & 12 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (3 classes)
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$88
Jackie McConnell
Computers
Computer Basics
$82
This course will teach you how to use your computer in one
short week. Learn basic components of your operating system.
Learn how to personalize your desktop, maintain your files, and
various other housekeeping tasks. No experience is necessary,
but you will leave this course confident in your computer skills!
Instructor: Jackie McConnell
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tue & Thu • Feb 3 & 5 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (2 classes)
And again on:
Tue & Thu • April 21 & 23 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (2 classes)
Microsoft Excel Level I - Beginner
Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet program that allows you to
produce tables of numbers and perform calculations on these
tables. It also provides charting and database capabilities.
You will learn how to enter text, numbers and formulas into
the spreadsheets, create graphs, and create and print out
spreadsheets. Previous computer experience is necessary.
Instructor: Jackie McConnell
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tue & Thu • March 3 & 5 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (2 classes)
And again on:
Tue & Thu • May 19 & 21 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (2 classes)
This course is designed for the Excel user who currently uses the
program, but needs to improve the appearance and functionality
of spreadsheets and workbooks. You will learn how to work
with multiple worksheets, create formulas, search and find
specific data, use advanced functions (Sumif, Countif, Averagif,
etc.), advanced printing options, filtering lists, protecting
data, and using templates. Pre-requisite Excel Level I.
$82
Instructor: Jackie McConnell
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tue & Thu • April 7 & 9 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (2 classes)
This course will teach you how to use an email program, send and
save attachments, upload and download files as email message
attachments, use a web browser and Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Advanced Word
$90
Although many are familiar with Word as a simple word processor,
there is far more to it than that. This course will take you through
advanced capabilities of the program such as using mail
merges, inserting header/footers, using Quick Parts, bookmarking
content, inserting table of contents and indexes, tracking
changes, using the format painter, and advanced formatting.
Previous basic knowledge of Microsoft Word is necessary.
Microsoft Publisher
$90
An introduction to Publisher so you’ll be able to create, customize
and publish basic projects such as menus, newsletters,
brochures, flyers, catalogs, and websites. Apply basic design
principles to help your designs communicate effectively.
Instructor: Terry Sieverson
Drumheller Adult Learning Centre
Wed • March 18 & 25 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (2 classes)
Photoshop Elements
Instructor: Jackie McConnell
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tue & Thu • March 17 & 19 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (2 classes)
And again on:
Tue & Thu • June 2 & 4 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (2 classes)
PowerPoint is a program used for presenting or printing
information in an aesthetically pleasing way. In this
course you will learn how to create presentations, add
animations and sounds, automatic control of timing,
use built in content, create and store content, insert
hyperlinks, create photobooks, and use advanced printing
options. Previous computer experience is necessary.
$82
Instructor: Jackie McConnell
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tue & Thu • March 31 & April 2 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (2 classes)
$90
Microsoft PowerPoint Web Searching and Email 101
Instructor: Jackie McConnell
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tue & Thu • Feb 17 & 19 • 7pm - 9pm (2 classes)
$82
Microsoft Excel Level II - Intermediate
Jackie is very excited to join our team to teach computer classes!
She has 12 Microsoft certifications, has taught at 2 major big city
colleges, and has worked for large oil companies in various office
positions. She is very experienced and well equipped to provide
the most up to date computer skills for today’s workplace!
$90
Learn the basics in this introductory course. You’ll become
familiar with the tools and features of Photoshop and will
learn about working with Photoshop files for print and
web. You don’t need to be a photographer or own expensive
camera equipment to make the most of your photographs!
From removing red eye, to fixing lighting or discolouration, to
experimenting with colour filters, borders, and backgrounds,
you will be able to edit your photos into beautiful printworthy images, and will also explore what else Photoshop
can do, including scrapbooking and creating cards.
Instructor: Terry Sieverson
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Wed • April 22 & 29 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm (2 classes)
Call (403) 823‑8300 to register!
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Health And Lifestyle
Wills, Personal Directives and Power of Attorney $30
Tarot Workshop- “Learn the Tarot”
Do you wonder about writing a Will, Personal Directive or
Power of Attorney? If so, this presentation by local lawyer
Harry Gough will explain what these documents are, what
they achieve, how they are made, what goes into them,
and the kinds of things that need to be considered.
Learn how to do a professional Tarot card reading! The
Tarot reveals a person’s life situation, then provides choices
to make, which shapes the future outcome. You will learn
how to read for yourself, as well as others. If you have your
own set of Tarot Cards, please bring them. If you would
like your own set they can be ordered from Amazon.
Instructor: Harry Gough
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Wed • April 22 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm (1 class)
Usui Reiki - Level I
$185
This spiritually guided healing energy is an ancient sacred
healing art. When applied for the purposes of healing, it assists
the body, mind and spirit to heal. Reiki is both powerful and
gentle. It is a simple technique that can be easily learned by
anyone. This is the foundational class needed to become a
Reiki practitioner. Learn about Usui Reiki, what it is and what
it can do for you and others. Learn the protocol and procedures
for a Reiki treatment for yourself and others. Lecture, initiation
and practice are included on this day. This is a certification
course. (Please bring a lunch and wear comfortable clothes)
Instructor: Louise Henrickson (Reiki Master)
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Sat • March 21 • 9:30am - 4:00pm (1 class)
Meditation for Beginners
Learn meditation techniques to go into youself and create
inner stillness, love and well-being. When you are feeling down,
angry, frustrated and your energy is low, this is the time and
place for love and care for yourself. Put into practice different
techniques to bring more harmony and balance into your life.
Please bring a blanket, pillow and wear comfortable clothes.
Instructor: Louise Henrickson (Reiki Master)
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Wed • Mar 11, 18, 25 • 7:30pm - 9:00pm (3 classes)
Medicine Cabinet Make Over
$75
Take the next step into reinventing your health care by
learning holistic approaches to common illnesses. Do you
want cheaper, safer, more effective health care? Learn how
to take the toxic products out of your homes and replace
them with safe and natural essential oils. You’ll leave
with a basic oil set, knowledge of the benefits to essential
oils and how they can work for you and your family.
Instructor: Louise Henrickson
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Wed • March 4 • 6:30pm - 8pm (1 class)
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Instructor: Lorna Burns- That Magick Touch
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Wed • April 8 & 15 • 6pm - 9pm (2 classes)
Building Your Intuition / Mediumship Skills
$110
Learn more about how to build on your own personal intuition.
In this workshop we’ll discuss several methods and practice
along with the support to strengthen your own personal skills.
Most of the day will be practicing by using cards and working
with mediumship by using personal articles. Bring a lunch
and 2-3 personal items. If you have tarot or other card decks
that you would like to practice with, please bring them.
Instructor: Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive)
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Sat • March 14 • 9:30am - 4pm (1 class)
Crystal Healing Class
$45
$120
$125
You will learn about several crystals and their healing
properties. We’ll also cover how to clean/clear your crystals,
set up crystal grids, and clear your chakras. We’ll learn how
one can incorporate the use of crystals into our healing
practice and daily lives. We will be doing exercises with
the crystals that the students are intuitively guided to
use. Bring a lunch. This is a Certification Course.
Instructor: Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive)
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Sun • March 15 • 9:30am - 4pm (1 class)
Essential Oils 101
$75
From the beginning of time, oils extracted from aromatic plants
have been recognized as the most effective medicine known
to mankind. Modern trends toward more holistic approaches
to self-care and growing scientific validation of alternative
health practices are driving a rediscovery of the profound health
benefits of essential oils. This evening will cover the basics
of Essential Oils, how they can be used in everyday life, and
which oils can be used for specific conditions. You will leave
this basic workshop with a detailed book and a sample set of
oils to begin your journey into taking charge of your own health.
Instructor: Louise Henrickson
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Wed • Feb 25 • 6:30pm - 8pm (1 class)
Call (403) 823‑8300 to register!
On-The -Job Training
&
Paid Work Experience
Employers can be assisted with a percentage
of employee's wages to offset the cost of training.
Albertans can gain expertise required to qualify for
competitive positions for which they lack specific
skills needed to gain the job they want.
P: 403-823-6934
F: 403-823-6942
PO Box 2588
90 3rd Ave E
Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0
[email protected]
www.drumhellerjobs.com
Contact us TODAY to find out
more information about these
and other programs
that we offer!
This program is funded by the
Government of Alberta
Health And Lifestyle
Introduction To Energy Healing
$100
Energy works! There is an interface between the energy
body and the physical body. This is an introduction to that
interrelationship and energetic bodywork. Participants will be
exposed to both theoretical considerations and some practical
mini-sessions that they can do. In this class you will:
• Introduced to the Light Body
• Learn concepts of energy body and physical body interfaces
• Get an overview of the energy body
• Receive specific energy patterns and
bodywork that relates to them
There will be time to practice mini sessions related to each
of the specific energy patterns that are introduced.
*Please bring a sheet or blanket, a foamy
or camp mat, notebook and pen.
$100
Aromatherapy is the meeting of essential oils and the
subtle energy bodies via the Chakra system. Essential
oils, being part of the endocrine system of the plant
world, have extremely powerful effects on our bodies,
occasionally to our detriment. In this class you will:
• Explore the history of Aromatherapy
• Be introduced to the Chakra system and its
relationship to the Physical and Subtle Bodies.
• Discuss Contraindication (when oils should not be used)
• Explore characteristics of specific oils and their gifts to people
• Be introduced to selected oils with the opportunity to
blend oils and do hand and foot massage on each other
*Please bring a sheet or blanket, notebook and pen.
Essential Oils and Carrier Oil will be provided. If you
are under a doctor’s supervision for an illness, please
call for more information before registering.
Instructor: Rita Cumming, Registered & Certified Polarity
Practitioner & Educator & Advanced CranioSacral Therapist
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Sat • April 25 • 9:00am - 12pm & 1:30pm – 4:30pm (1 class)
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$75
Come create your own magical spa! Treat yourself to the
joys of pampering with a class on making bath bombs, body
scrubs and detox soaks. Using certified pure therapeutic
grade essential oils and natural products, you will get to
make and take home your creations. You will leave with the
knowledge and tools to recreate your spa day again and
again, whether it is to treat yourself or give as gifts.
Instructor: Nicole Robertson with Dragonfly Effects
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tues • Feb 10 • 7pm - 9pm (1 class)
And again on:
Tue • March 10 • 7pm - 9pm (1 class)
Foot Care Rescue!
Instructor: Rita Cumming, Registered & Certified Polarity
Practitioner & Educator & Advanced CranioSacral Therapist
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Sat • March 28 • 9am - 4:30pm (1 class)
Introduction To Subtle Aromatherapy
Make and Take Spa Day
$50
In this brand new class, you will learn structure, anatomy
and function of the foot such as bones, muscle, skin, nails
and cuticle. You will learn common ailments and how to
identify symptoms such as complications from diabetes,
heart and lung issues, fungal infections, ingrown toenails,
corns, calluses and warts. Finally you will learn maintenance
techniques such as massage, proper trimming, treatment
options and stretches for cramping and improved circulation.
Instructor: Zoe Lynne Bertanimi-Gawdun
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Tue & Thu • March 3&5 • 6pm - 9pm (2 classes)
Or again on:
Sat • April 25 • 9am - 3pm (1 class)
Baking 101
$120
In this introduction to specialty cakes, you will learn how
to make the perfect cake for decorating and stacking
techniques. We will also be learning how to work with
buttercream icing, fondant and flowers. If you have ever been
interested in creating your own masterpiece for those special
occasions, this is the perfect course to get you started!
Instructor: Candice Ryan- Candy Cakes
Location: TBA
Wed • March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1 & 8
7pm - 9pm (6 classes)
Call (403) 823‑8300 to register!
Certificate & Safety
Yow Canada Inc. Health and Safety Training
Canadian Firearms Safety Course
YOW Canada Inc. offers Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
courses and training materials. Our WHMIS, TDG & other courses
have trained tens of thousands of people and help companies stay
in compliance with Canadian regulations. It can be difficult to
schedule all your employees for a course so this is a great option.
This course goes over the history of how firearms began,
the different types of guns in each course, storage and
transportation of each type of gun, safe handling, rules and
regulations, legal aspects of owning a firearm. This covers
the basics. If you need more detail please let me know and I
will get the books and list the chapters for you. This course
is a prerequisite in order to obtain your FAC License.
For more information contact:
Phone: 1.866.688.2845 (toll free)
$90
Instructor: Don Loro & Larry Coney
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Email: [email protected] Fax: 613.248.0711
Website: www.yowcanada.com
Standard First Aid Level C with AED
$160
This comprehensive first aid course will provide participants
with fundamental skills and knowledge that will assist you
in any emergency situation. Course includes adult CPR,
choking, artificial respiration, bleeding and fractures. This
course is a must for those working with children, students
or the elderly. This is the certificate course that is required
for employment purposes. AED training (defibrillator)
included in course. Certificate awarded upon completion.
Professional Driver Improvement Course
Instructor: Jamie Erickson
Drumheller Community Learning - 250 Centre Street
Tues & Thurs • May 5 &7 • 5:30pm – 9:30pm (2 classes)
$145
Objectives of this Green Seal Certified Safety course are to
provide knowledge, legislation, awareness to recognize how falls
occur and prevention. Proper use of fall protection equipment
and rescue plans will also be covered. This one day training
course is intended as a guide to safe practices and not to be
considered a definitive source for responsible fall protection.
Participants must bring clean coveralls, safety boots, safety
glasses, hardhat and gloves. Certification is valid for three years.
Instructor: Wendy Cuncannon- Wilcan Safety
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Sat • March 7 • 8am - 4pm (1 class)
$115
This course is geared towards the professional driver with a
Class 1 or 3 License. All students who participate in the DDC/
PDIC program and pass the knowledge exam with 80% or
better and have a valid Alberta Driver’s License will qualify
for a 3 point demerit reduction on their license. Managers,
fleet safety officers and administrators are encouraged to
ensure that staff members who drive company vehicles; or
drive personnel vehicles on company business, complete a
Defensive Driving Course at least every 2 years, as part of
their due diligence in the promotion of corporate safety.
Instructor: Wendy Cuncannon - Wilcan Safety
Drumheller Community Learning- 250 Centre Street
Sat & Sun • Feb 28 & March 1 • 8am - 4pm (2 classes)
And again on:
Sat & Sun • April 11 & 12 • 8am - 4pm (2 classes)
And again on:
Sat & Sun • June 6 & 7 • 8am - 4pm (2 classes)
Worker Fall Protection Equipment Awareness
Non Restricted: Sat • April 18 • 8am - 5pm (1 class)
Or
Restricted: Sat • April 19 • 8am - 4pm (1 class)
Air Brakes
$285
Complete the requirement of the Alberta Transportation “Q”
endorsement for vehicles using an air brake system. Learn and
apply practical skills using an air brake equipped motor vehicle
or combination of vehicles of the type intended to be driven.
Practical and written exams are given at the end of the course.
Successful completion of both theory and practical components
is required. Directions will be provided upon registration.
Instructor: Todd Wright
Stettler- First Pick Cranes
Sat • April 11 • 8am - 5pm (1 class)
Call (403) 823‑8300 to register!
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Drumheller
Family
Literacy
We have several programs to choose from:
Circle Rhyme Time
The Power of Four
Badlands Building Blocks
Give us a call to sign up today!
403-823-8300 (leave a message)
It’s never too early….it’s never to late!
Family Literacy - is in all the day to day things you
do! Talking, rhyming, singing, reading, playing,
writing. Imagine the benefits. This learning serves
as a foundation for the rest of a child’s life. Doing
family literacy activities as part of your daily routine
will help your child to have a strong future and can
prevent them from struggling through school.
Located in the Drumheller Learning Centre,
250 Centre Street
Email: [email protected]
Did you know? Literacy does not begin in school
— It begins at home.
Online Training
Canadian Safe Boating Course
Approved by Transport Canada
Visit www.boaterexam.com to complete your online training
in order to legally operate a recreational powered watercraft,
regardless of age, engine size, or length of boat.
ProServe Liquor Staff Training
ProServe was created to provide responsible liquor service training
to licensees and their staff working in liquor service, retail
businesses and the provision of security services in licensed
premises in Alberta. It is applicable for staff working on-premises
(bar, restaurant, private club or mass assembly venue), in a retail
establishment or other in activities surrounding liquor service
(delivery service, liquor sampling or a licensed public special event).
Topics covered: Safe Boating Regulations, Acts, and Codes;
Operating a Motor Boat; Water Rescue Equipment; Basic
Seamanship Techniques; Maritime Communications System;
Nautical Rules of the Road and Buoyage System.
Course Fee of $49.95 + GST is payable online
Exam Proctor Fee: $35 payable to Drumheller
Community Learning Society
The program is designed to: help licensees and staff fulfill
social responsibilities; help achieve a balance between
creating a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for patrons and
reducing liability; help liquor industry workers understand
and apply relevant liquor legislation; promote the responsible
sale of liquor in service and retail environments; provide
the knowledge to identify signs of intoxication and the
techniques to effectively refuse or discontinue service.
Petroleum Safety Certification (PST)
Visit www.proserve.aglc.ca
PST is an interactive multi-media program with video, audio and
interactive lessons, designed and produced for all workers in the
petroleum industry. It has been specifically designed so learners do
not need significant computer skills. Learners can relax and enjoy
the training process, as they are easily guided through each lesson.
Course Fee of $25.00 + GST is payable online
Exam Proctor Fee: $25 payable to Drumheller
Community Learning Society
Topics include regulations, WHIMIS, personal protective
equipment (PPE), hazard recognition and control, common
workplace hazards and control, oil and gas control, oilfield
trucking hazards and control, production and plant hazards
and control, work procedures and safety communication.
This approved course will provide you with safety training that
is a requirement to work in the Oil and Gas industry. It is also
equivalent to the CST (Construction Safety Training). This is a
full day computer class taking place at Drumheller Community
Learning Society who will provide the test and certification.
Course Fee of $75 is payable online
Exam Proctor Fee: $35 payable to Drumheller
Community Learning Society
Course work is done online, with exam (by appointment) at
Drumheller Community Learning - 250 Centre Street
Alberta Basic Security Training Certificate
Individuals who obtain a provincial license after
taking this course may be employed in:
• Security Services (static or mobile)
• Loss Prevention Officers
• Executive Security (body guards)
• In-house Security
• Dog Patrol Services
• Alarm Responders (those who physically respond)
Effective June 1, 2011, any person in Alberta who works in the
above list of security service positions must have a license. To
obtain this license an individual must complete a mandatory
training program and write a provincial exam.
For more information go to:
www.columbia.ab.ca/programs/professional/abst/
To register go to https://securitytrainingnow.com
Course Fee of $99 is payable online.
Exam Proctor Fee: $25 payable to Drumheller
Community Learning Society
Call (403) 823‑8300 to register!
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Alberta Healthy Living Program
Free Education Classes by Alberta Health Services
To register for a class or more information on dates and times, call 1-877-314‑6997
Diabetes - The Basics
Craving Change
In this 6 hour group session, you will learn how to care
for and manage your diabetes (Pre-diabetes and Type
2), specifically: diabetes myths and facts; progression
of diabetes; healthy eating; blood glucose monitoring &
control; medications; what to do during an illness; benefits
of keeping active; and adopting a healthy lifestyle
Note: As this workshop is day long, please bring a bag
lunch and any other supplies you require for the day.
Three, 2-½ hour sessions for anyone who
wants to feel more in control of eating.
Weight Wise
Helping adults find ways to reduce health risks through
healthy eating, physical activity, stress management, and
goal setting. The program is delivered in partnership
with the Big Country Primary Care Network and Alberta
Health Services Alberta Healthy Living Program.
Location: Drumheller Hospital
Heart Wise – Managing Cholesterol and Blood Pressure
In this 3 hour group session, you will learn: high blood pressure
causes, risk factors and complications; high cholesterol causes,
risk factors and complications; heart healthy lifestyle choices
and how to manage your own heart health; how to measure
your own blood pressure; understand what “heart healthy”
foods are; and have a goal to eat healthier and live better!
Note: Clients are encouraged to bring their
own blood pressure machine to class.
Better Choices, Better Health
Self-Management Education
Six 2½ hour sessions that you will learn skills needed to
manage the day to day challenges of living with a long term
health problem, such as: problem solving; goal setting;
developing action plans and relaxation techniques; how to
eat healthier and live more actively; how to work well with
your healthcare team; how to manage emotions such as
fear, frustration and anger; and how to live life fully.
Respiratory Education
One, 2-½ hour session for people diagnosed with chronic lung
condition e.g. COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
• In these sessions you will learn:
• What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
• Factors that can make your symptoms worse;
• Helpful breathing tips;
• Review of common respiratory medications.
Note: Respiratory Education is offered in collaboration with AHS
Respiratory Therapy, and will be offered via Videoconference.
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Class Information and Objectives:
• Why it’s hard to change our eating behaviors
• Uncover triggers for problematic eatingemotions, situations, events, cravings
• Strategies for change
• Tips for a healthier, lasting relationship with food
• Workbook that includes self awareness tools,
activity worksheets and personal stories.
Quit Core
6 week program, 1.5 hours/week
Trying to end your relationship with tobacco? Now
is the time to make a change! With the help of
Alberta Health Services staff you will learn:
• Quitting support techniques and aids
• How to develop a quit plan
• Strategies to deal with recovery symptoms
• Tips on stress management, healthy
eating & physical activity
• How to prevent relapse
• Insights from Quit Core Graduates
This program is a Partnership between Big Country
Primary Care Network and Alberta Health Services.
Winter session begins in February 2015.
To register or receive more information contact
Trina MacFarlane @ 403-820-7863
Supervised Exercise Program
In this program you will: receive a one on one assessment;
develop an exercise program that works for you; participate
in 8 weeks of supervised exercise; and develop plans
to continue exercise on completion of the program
This program consists of:
• Individual 1 hour assessment (scheduled
prior to start of exercise sessions)
• 8 weeks of supervised exercise (2-3 days/
week, 1–1½ hr/session).
• Maintenance Planning and follow up at
the end of exercise program.
Need Help with English??
▪We offer English language help for new Canadians
All services are FREE and confidential. This is the place for adults
who want to continue learning.
Ready to Upgrade??
We offer:
Essential workplace skills including: reading, writing, grammar,
spelling, and basic math.
Need GED??
▪Private one on one tutoring available
Call 403-823-8300
Jan Quinney
Program Coordinator
250 Centre Street
Program funded by Alberta Advanced Education and Technology
Drumheller & District Literacy Project
GED Preparation Class
The GED Preparation course provides the skills to
Class Orientation:
Tue. Janurary 27, 2015
5:00pm
challenge the GED exam. Instruction is given in basic
math, social, science, reading and writing skills.
Students receive a High School Equivalency Diploma
which is recognized by most employers and can serve as
a prerequisite for further training.
Drumheller Community Learning Society is offering the GED in
Partnership with Academic Express Inc. funded by Alberta Works
- Government of Alberta
▪ Book Now for Winter/Spring 2015 GED
Preparation Class ▪ 403-823-8300 ▪
Classes:
Tue, Wed and Thu.
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
starting
January 27th, 2015
Cost: Free , in partnership
with Academic Express
Included in Course:
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Learn everything you need to know about one of the fastest growing health trends
in North America and how it can benefit you and your clients. Ask about our class
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Drumheller Parent Link
PLAY! LEARN! CONNECT
“The first 2000 days makes the difference!”
Golden Prairie Parent Link Centre provides free programs and resources needed to help children
0-6 develop and fulfill their potential. Free Parent Education Workshops are offered to families
& caregivers with children ages 0-12. See our website www.goldenprairieplc.ca for program
dates.
FREE drop-in programs
Drumheller “Stay & Play”
Tues. 10:00– 11:30am
Lower Level Elim
Pentecostal church
Drumheller “Play & Roll”
Wed. 10:00 – 11:30am
Badlands Community Facility
Field House then Drumheller Library
Morrin “Stay & Play”
Thurs. 10:00-11:30am
Morrin United Church Hall
“Stay & Play” – Includes free play, followed by art, gym time, or science, followed by songs, finger
plays, stories and snack. “Play & Roll” at the Badlands Community Facility - experience the amazing
equipment there for young kids, includes free play in the field house, stories, songs and snack. Check
our web site www.goldenprairieplc.ca for current program info. Look for other registered programs
such as “Outside the Book”, “Baby Play” and Family events.
PLAY! Lots of activities to explore together, from art to science to gym sessions.
LEARN! About your child’s development and get help with common parenting issues.
CONNECT! With other parents, resources and agencies.
Borrow from our library of books, DVDs and other resources. Fill out an Ages & Stages Questionnaire
to make a good foundation better, reinforce challenging areas and receive timely feedback on your
child's progress. Receive tips and activities to explore with your child. Referrals are available to other
services that will work together with you, with your child's best interest in mind. Do the Ages & Stages
ONLINE or ask for a paper copy. Confidential and easy. You will be contacted when our Family Coach
receives the results. Click AGES & STAGES on the website for more info.
Triple P™ Program “Power of Positive Parenting”
▪Parenting tip sheets - short problem-solving info for children 0 - 12
▪Short parenting seminars/more in-depth group sessions
▪One-on-one consultations to help with parenting issues
Please call/text Yvonne @ 403 820-5157 - [email protected]
Marcy 403 854-8800- [email protected]
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