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  • FREE Mental Health Cafes

    Join us for conversation, snacks, and support in a welcoming space! Each session includes a 30-minute topic discussion followed by a 40-minute open conversation. Facilitated by Gale Reitan, MA in Counseling, we provide resources, encouragement, and a judgment-free environment. Free to attend - please register to help us plan for food! May 13th: Everything is flowering and blooming. As one of the five senses, smell is keenly tied to pain relief, peace, and moods. Also, we spend some moments on allergies from food to pollen that affect mental health June 10th: Nature is a natural healer for all of us and it is free. We’ll meet in the classroom, have a chat and then head out for a walk. Please wear shoes that you can walk in. If it is raining, bring an umbrella. July 8th: : Boom Bang and Independence Day can all be triggers if you are dealing with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Come and learn more about this reality. August 12: Dog Days of Summer – does the heat and humidity have anything to do with mental health? We’ll be learning what barometric pressures, temperatures, and humidity have to do with our mental health. September 9: Beginnings Are Hard – come and share your helpful hints and learn from others about how to handle when your schedule changes. Change is not easy for anyone and a mental health challenge adds another level.
    Tue, Sep 9
    7:00 - 8:00 PM
    Rockford Community Center
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  • FREE! Mental Health Cafes

    Dealing with your own mental health challenges or those of a friend? MN ranks 4 th in most depressed in the nation and 25% of Minnesotans live with mental illness. Join a supportive conversation about living with mental illness. A welcoming laid back place to share what is working and not with encouragement and resources for all. We’ll cover a topic for 20 minutes then have open discussion for 40 minutes. All are welcome. Facilitated by Gale Reitan who has a passion for mental health and a master’s degree in counseling. Each of the 4 nights will have a different topic. Sign up for one or all 4! These classes are FREE, but we want to gauge interest by having you register. Sept. 9th: Chaos of New Beginnings Oct. 7th: Losing Daylight November, 11th: Who is afraid of the Holidays? December 9th: The Solace of Winter
    Tue, Sep 9
    7:00 - 8:00 PM
    Rockford Community Center
    Tue, Oct 7
    7:00 - 8:00 PM
    Rockford Community Center
    Tue, Nov 11
    7:00 - 8:00 PM
    Rockford Community Center
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  • Writing for online blogs, Magazines, and websites.

    You don’t need a journalism degree or previously published articles to write for anyone’s online blog, magazine, or website. Some opportunities offer exposure, while many pay well -- $1 a word and more. In this fast-paced session, you will learn how to: find ideas, sources, and more than 1,000 opportunities that pay, conduct interviews and create interesting content, protect your copyright, write query letters, and then use this credibility to sell other articles or even your self published novel. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
    Wed, Oct 1
    4:00 - 6:00 PM
    Virtual
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  • Make Money Pet Sitting (after school/work)

    Do you love animals…especially dogs? Learn how to make extra money after school or work by watching dogs or other pets, usually in the pet’s home. You will learn about feeding, watering, and exercising pets, how to make a good impression as well as what questions to ask when interviewing for a pet sitting job, and what to do when a dog has behavioral issues. You will also discover other services you can offer to make more money, such as dog walking, grooming, puppy training, etc. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. This class is taught by a seasoned professional pet sitter and a longtime entrepreneur. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
    Wed, Oct 1
    6:00 - 8:00 PM
    Virtual
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  • Write a Riveting Mystery, Suspense, or Crime Story

    Become a mystery writer for fun or profit! You will discover the different sub-genres and three-act story structure of mystery writing and create an intriguing cast of characters. Learn how to research and pick your setting, make sure your opening grabs readers’ attention, use “red herrings” to misdirect your readers and create suspense until you’re ready for the final reveal. Publishing options will also be discussed. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
    Thu, Oct 2
    4:00 - 6:00 PM
    Virtual
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  • Start your own Online business! A Beginner’s Guide (including the top 25 online businesses to start)

    Looking for ways to make money online? Turn your ideas or homemade products into income by starting an online business. You will learn how to: find a gap in a niche market and fill it;build your own website, and market your business effectively (including SEO) so potential customers will find you; take care of business forms and taxes; create multiple sources of income (including Affiliate commissions). You’ll also get info about the 25 most popular online businesses to start. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
    Thu, Oct 2
    6:00 - 8:00 PM
    Virtual
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  • Introduction to Screenwriting for Television or Movies

    In this comprehensive session, you will learn about special screenwriting terms and formats for television and the big screen. You will also learn how to plot a story, develop characters, and execute your work in the proper screenwriting format. You will discover the difference between a Treatment, a Spec Script and a Shooting Script and when to do each. And, you’ll get an inside look into the business of selling your script to agents and producers. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
    Fri, Oct 3
    4:00 - 6:00 PM
    Virtual
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  • Beginner's Guide to Getting Published

    If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short story, poem, or even a novel to a traditional publisher, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. You will discover how to: *become a “published” writer overnight *submit manuscripts the correct way *find the right publisher for your work *write irresistible query letters *determine when and how to get an agent *100 ways to make money as a freelance writer If you really want to succeed, this step-by-step workshop is a must! Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
    Fri, Oct 3
    6:00 - 8:00 PM
    Virtual
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  • How to write your life story (for fun or profit)

    You don’t need to be famous to have a legacy to leave behind. Create an inspirational autobiography for family, friends, and others. Learn how to recall vivid memories, analyze events and people that shaped who you are, and bring your story to life. Your handout, included in the class fee, will have an outline to help you organize and write your memoir step-by-step. Printing/publishing options will also discussed. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
    Sat, Oct 4
    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Virtual
    Min Age
    14 yr.
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  • Flower Hour: Falling for Flowers

    An hour of fresh flower fun with Sunshine Supply! Cute as a Pumpkin! Learn how to create a fall themed flower arrangement in a cute pumpkin vase! We will help you every “stem” of the way! It is always a great time to “Fall for Flowers” this time of year!
    Thu, Oct 30
    6:00 - 7:00 PM
    Rockford Community Center
    Min Age
    12 yr.
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  • Flower Hour: Home(made)for the Holidays

    Fresh, Fir, Fun, Morning Workshop! A morning filled with “Flower Hour” fun for everyone! The morning workshop will consist of creating 3 different fresh fir creations just in time for the holiday season! Make and Take : Wreath (14" grapevine wreath with fresh evergreens), Potpourri (1 for yourself and 1 to gift!), Swag (a holiday swag with festive embellishments).
    Sat, Nov 15
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Rockford Community Center
    Min Age
    14 yr.
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  • Health Directive Planning/POLST

    Does your family have any idea what your wishes are for life sustaining treatment? Save them the stress of not having a clue. For everyone 18 years and older, this is a perfect gift to give and it is FREE! Once a quarter at this workshop, you’ll be able to complete your Physicians Orders for Life Saving Treatment and Health Care Directive. Not selling life insurance or wills or trusts. Just an informative presentation for 20 minutes and then you have a chance to complete your forms. All are welcome. Facilitated by Gale Reitan, a trained chaplain.
    Tue, Nov 18
    7:00 - 8:00 PM
    Rockford Community Center
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  • Flower Hour: Grateful Hearts Gather Here

    Create a Thanksgiving themed arrangement with fresh, beautiful blooms! This beautiful thanksgiving themed flower arrangement will be in a loaf pan, which can be used later in the kitchen! Don’t miss out on this popular class!
    Tue, Nov 25
    6:00 - 7:00 PM
    Rockford Community Center
    Min Age
    12 yr.
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  • Flower Hour: Elegance and Evergreen

    Create an outdoor winter pot to bring home to enjoy all winter long! This class includes step by step instructions on how to create a beautiful winter pot, the planter pot, evergreens and winter decor items.
    Mon, Dec 1
    6:00 - 7:00 PM
    Rockford Community Center
    Min Age
    12 yr.
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