Subject Matter Classes
Denise Hickey – Chair
Wednesday, June 11, 2008, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. and 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Will, Trusts and Estate Planning
Paul White an attorney from Saline County will teach this class. Paul
has great experience in elder law and this class will be very
informative regarding your legal matters. Bring your questions and learn
more about how to set up your wills, trusts and possibly doing estate
planning.
The Gift of Well-Run Meetings
Kris Elliott, Clark County FCS Agent will teach this class. Meetings
have a bad reputation. Many people see them as frustrating, lengthy,
dominated by the wrong people and an unnecessary diversion from the
"real work." So why do we keep the same stifling format when it
obviously does not work? This session will teach you facilitation
methods that you can use in your meetings. Participating in an
enjoyable, stimulating, and purposeful meeting is an extremely
liberating experience for everyone. Productive meetings will also keep
everyone working together in a positive manner.
Dining with Diabetes
Debbie Still and Romona Thieme, FCS agents in Green and Mississippi
counties will teach techniques for dealing with the diabetic and food.
The class will give helpful information relating to diabetes. Diabetes
is a leading health issue in many counties in Arkansas.
Avoid Being Victimized
Stephen Svetz, a law education and prevention instructor and Identity
Theft Investigator for Arkansas Attorney General’s Office, will teach
this class. His job is to educate the public on matters of the law,
internet safety, credit card management, and identity theft. He is
currently a certified law enforcement instructor and works part time
training new police officers.
Aging in Place
Susan Holman and Keith Cleek, FCS agents in Franklin and Phillips
Counties will teach this class. The information given in this class is
something that all seniors will find useful. The class will give
practical advice regarding housing and everyday activities that need to
be altered as the aging process comes.
Maintain and Organize Extension Homemaker Clubs
This class will be taught by the District Extension Associates,
Sharon Reynolds, Dr. Martha Sartor and District Director Alberta James.
The class will have valuable information for new agents and members
wanting to organize new clubs.
Accessorizing the Positive
This class will be taught by Sue Senn from Pulaski County. Sue is an
authority when it comes to coordinating and using accessories. Sue will
give some practical tips on selecting accessories such as how to wear
and general ways to have a well-dressed look. Sue also has excellent
money-saving ideas for dressing with success.
Tablescape
This class will be taught by Vicki Bufford from Pulaski County.
Vickie is an expert in designing beautiful table arrangements. She will
show the class ways to utilize everyday items around the house to make
beautiful tablescape. You will not want to miss this class.
Eat Fresh, Buy Local
This class will be taught by Dr. Rosemary Rodibaugh, Extension Family
Life Specialist. Most produce in the US is picked 4 to 7 days before
being placed on supermarket shelves and is shipped an average of 1,500
miles before being sold. In addition, this only takes into account
US-grown products. Those distances are substantially longer when we
consider produce imported from and other countries. Learn how to find
exceptional taste and freshness and keep your dollars circulating in
your community.
Being a Positive Influence with Grandchildren
This class will taught by Dr. H Wallace Goddard and Dr. James P.
Marshall, Extension Family Life Specialists. Grandparents are important
in the lives of their grandchildren. This class will provide ideas and
tips on being a good influence in the lives of grandchildren.
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