Adult Enrichment

August "Whimsical Birthdays"

Cake Decorating Techniques

Share your love of cake decorating. Whether you?re a professional or a hobbyist, these sessions are for you! Sugarbelles Cake Club will present a demonstration of a different cake decorating technique at each session. Some cake decorating experience is needed. These are not hands-on classes. (Bring paper and pen for notes!) After the demonstration, stick around to share your project ideas, favorite products, recipes or tips. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independece Ave. 969-1580

September "Fall Holidays"

November "Christmas Treats"

July - Sept Dates & Times (Register online)

Beginning Beading & Jewelry

Learn basic beading, jewelry making and design. Create bracelets, necklaces, earrings and interchangeable watch bands. Take home a completed project each week. Beads, tools and findings will be provided, however, a watch face will be available for separate purchase. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independece Ave. 969-1580

Nov - Dec Dates & Times (Register online)

Chinese Brush Painting

An introduction to the traditional art form of 4,000 years with a simple, elegant approach to painting using Chinese bamboo brushes, ink and minimal colors. Subjects covered include landscapes, flowers, birds, and other animals. Techniques of brush work, creation of ink tones, and composition will be covered. All materials. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independece Ave. 969-1580

July & Aug Dates & Times (Register online)

Fused Glass

Create your own fused glass art piece. Glass, tools, and some supplies included. For additional work, you furnish glass. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independece Ave. 969-1580

Pottery

Introduction to hand building skills and techniques with clay to create a functional or sculptural work of art. Artist will fire and glaze a project to take home. Location: Potter's Haven, 5 SW 4th Street.

Sept & Oct Dates & Times (Register online)

Aug -Sept Dates & Times (Register online)

Keepsake Theme Quilts

You may have a collection of t-shirts from your favorite sport, hobby, or special vacation. You may be looking for the perfect gift to commemorate a family member's high school or college adventures. You may want to honor a special occasion, such as a birthday, wedding or retirement. I can help you transform a drawer of T-shirts into a special keepsake that is attractive and functional. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independece Ave. 969-1580

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Basic Water Color

From beginner to advanced, expand your skills as your instructor takes you to new levels of creativity. All supplies furnished. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independece Ave. 969-1580

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Belly Dancing

Belly Dance Aerobics (Ages 14+)

Looking for a new and different kind of workout? Belly dancing is a popular trend in exercise! In this class you'll get a total body workout. You'll raise your heart rate, burn fat, and tone muscles. This exercise-format class will include warm-up break down of basic belly dance movements, traveling steps, shimmies, percussive hip work, abdominal and rib cage work and sustained arm movements. This class is appropriate for all levels of students from beginner to professional. Please wear comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement. Bring water and be ready to sweat! Location: Market Street Neighborhood Center, 307 SW Market St.

Belly Dance Technique (Ages 14+)

Cover the basic fundamentals of belly dance, including hip, rib cage, and arm isolations, as well as intermediate concepts such as turns, travel steps, veil work, finger cymbals, props and balancing, plus combinations and choreography! Class content will be modified based on abilities of the class. Wear comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement. Location: Market Street Neighborhood Center, 307 SW Market St.

Belly Dance Technique Intermediate (Ages 14+)

This class is for those students who have taken at least one session of Beginning Belly Dance Technique or equivalent. Students in this class will learn additional dance movements, combinations and choreography. Location: Market Street Neighborhood Center, 307 SW Market St.

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Computer

Basic Computer 101

Provides general knowledge of your computer. Learn to use the "mouse", basic terminology and word processing. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

Basic Internet 101

Learn how to access the internet and properly use internet services. Explore different search engines and research various topics of interest. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

Buying and Sellling on EBAY

An introduction to EBAY. Learn to create an account, find and sell items, bidding and more. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

Intro to Excel (ages 16+)

A hands-on approach to spreadsheets. Learn the creation, design and editing of worksheets, charts, formulas, functions and macros. Build a personal or business budget. Step-by-step instruction given with examples to practice basic skills. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

Intermediate MS Excel (Ages 16+)

Learn more about cells, formulas, printing, linking data, and more. Students are required to have previous Excel experience or have completed Intro to Microsoft Office. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

Intro to Microsoft Office (Ages 16+)

This class is an introduction to Microsoft Office applications including, Word, Excel, and Power Point. Students will learn to navigate and create documents in each application, as well as learn how to enhance the documents with color, page formats, music and pictures. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

Build a Website Today!

This class will help students design, build, and publish a website. Using Templates and graphical tools to build a quality website quickly. Get that professional website up and running right now! (Additional fee required for web hosting). Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

MS Excel: All About Tables

This class explores Excel tables including creations, queries, v and h hookup, and data validation. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

Facebook 101 (Ages 16+)

Have your friends and family been telling you over and over that you need to join Facebook? Well this is the course for you. We'll get signed up and cover all the basics of this hugely popular social networking tool. If you're wanting a new way to connect with friends and family, Facebook will let you do that. Security and safety tips will be discussed as well. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

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What's Twitter (Ages 16+)

Twitter is a great way to network with people in 140 characters or less. Come learn about this widely popular "micro-blogging" tool and ways you can connect with others for personal or professional use. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

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Podcasting (Ages 16+)

What's a pod cast? A podcast is a series of digital media files either audio or video that are released and downloaded through the web. Learn to create, edit, and publish a Podcast. Hour break for lunch 12-1. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

Dec Dates & Times (Register online)

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Intro to Blogging (Ages 16+)

Do you need an easy way to keep friends and family updated on happenings in your family? Learn how to create a weblog, or blog as they are better known. Setting up the blog, learn about keeping it secure, and learn how to add widgets and other tools to your blog to add to its functionality. It couldn't be easier. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

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RSS Feed Instruction (Ages 16+)

Would you like an easier way to read only the news YOU want to read on the internet? RSS (really simple syndication) is a great way to subscribe to only the news you want to read and from the sources you want to read it from. Learn about different tools to use to subscribe and organize your news. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

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Build a Photo Slide Show (Ages 16+)

Have you ever wanted to learn to create a professional looking photo slideshow for that next big family event? A free program from Microsoft allows you to do just that with ease. We'll import our photos, edit the photos, add titles and fancy effects, add voiceovers and background music, and voila! You'll have a great looking slideshow. Bring your own photos on a CD or a flash drive. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

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Create Stunning Newsletters (Ages 16+)

If you've ever wanted to learn how to create a great looking family newsletter or resume'? We'll look at tools available in Microsoft Word that allow you to do this as well as some web based tools that offer additional ideas and resources. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

Dec Dates & Times (Register online)

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Intro to MS Power Point 2007

This class will introduce students to the features and uses of Microsoft Power Point 2007. The class will explore the tools and functionality of the Power Point to create and navigate a dynamic and effective presentation. If students wish to save their projects to take home, they will need to bring a USB Flash Drive to class. The flash drive may also be loaded with photos prior to the class to be used to personalize their projects. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence, 969-1580

July Dates & Times (Register online)

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CPR, First Aid & Self Defense

Healthcare Provider CPR

The AHA credentialed course for nurses, R.T.'s, P.T's, physicians and others with health care background. Includes adult, child and infant one and two-rescuer skills, bag/valve/mask and AED. Skills are evaluated and written test is administered. Upon successful completion, the two-year AHA Healthcare Provider CPR card is issued. Books are available for an additional $15 the night of the class. Location: City Hall, 220 SE Green St.

Aug Dates & Times (Sorry, online registration not available. Call 969-1500)

Oct Dates & Times (Sorry, online registration not available. Call 969-1500)

Sept Dates & Times (Sorry, online registration not available. Call 969-1500)

CPR for Family and Friends (Ages 10+)

This AHA, non-credentialed course, will give individuals the skills to respond to an emergency in the home, at work or in the community. Perfect for younger scout groups as well! CPR for any age victim-adult, child and infant is covered; along with rescue breathing, choking management and safety. Emphasis is placed on ample practice time on mannequin. No skills or written testing required. Please call for the multi-person discount. Location: City Hall, 220 SE Green Street, 969-1500.

Nov Dates & Times (Sorry, online registration not available. Call 969-1500)

Aug - Sept Dates & Times (Sorry, online registration not available. Call 969-1500)

Heartsaver CPR (Ages 15+)

An AHA credentialed course designed for first responders in the workplace, safety/security personnel, lifeguards, day-care providers, youth leaders and others whose job expectation is to handle emergency situations. CPR for adult, child and infant is covered along with choking management and safety. Following ample practice time on your own mannequin, skills are evaluated. Upon successful completion, the two-year AHA Heartsaver certification card is issued. Online registration is not available. Call 969-1500 to register and receive First Aid & CPR discount. Location: Varies

Nov Dates & Times (Sorry, online registration not available. Call 969-1500)

Aug Dates & Times (Sorry, online registration not available. Call 969-1500)

First Aid (Ages 15+)

A certified course meeting guidelines of OSHA and DHS. Skills include management of bleeding, shock, burns, dislocations, fractures, splinting, head/neck injury, and medical emergencies. Upon successful completion of basic skills and a written test, the ASHI 3-year certification card is issued. ASHI First Aid manual is included. Instructor: Julie Johnson, M.S. Ed., American Heart Association Regional Faculty. Location: Varies.

Oct & Dec Dates & Times (Sorry, online registration not available. Call 969-1500)

Counter Attactics (Ages 12+)

Saturday, November 13, 9am - 12pm

A free self defense class for women and girls 12 years and older. The "Counter Attactics - Be Aware and Be Prepared" class is led by Bob "Thunder" Thurman. This is a free program through the sponsorship of James Legal Services, P.C. and Missouri Trial Lawyers Care Fund. Class space is limited. Must pre-register by calling 969-1500. *Participants are asked to bring a can food donation to benefit Lee's Summit Social Services. Participants are asked to bring a can food donation to benefit Lee's Summit Social Services. Location: Legacy Park Community Center, 901 NE Bluestem Drive. 816-969-1550. Sorry, online registration not permitted. Call 86-969-1500.

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Dance Classes

Ballroom and Latin Dance (16+)

Dance is both a health and enjoyable activity. Dance exercises the mind and body in an ever changing interplay of steps and rhythm. Learn the technique and style of Ballroom and Latin American dancing with the wide variety of styles. Both couples and individuals are welcome to the dance floor. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave, 969-1580.

Beginning Ballroom (16+)

A great way to gain confidence for the times when the dance floor is calling bout you decline because you "don't know how". Learn the basics of ballroom dancing. Everyone is welcome, individuals, and even those with two "left feet". Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave, 969-1580.

Country Western

Learn Country 2-Step, 10-Step, 20-Step, Cha Cha and MORE! Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave, 969-1580.

Introduction Line Dancing

Learn to do different chorography so you can dance at other locations. Join the crowd as we continue our lessons with more detailed steps. New classes start the first Thursday of every month. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave, 969-1580.

July Dates & Times (Register online)

Fun Dances

Learn the basic steps of Contras, Rounds, Circles and more!! Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave, 969-1580.

July - Aug Dates & Times (Register online)

East Coast Swing

A great way to gain confidence for the times when that dance floor is calling but you decline because you "don't know how". Everyone is welcome. Even those with two left feet! Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave, 969-1580.

July & Aug Dates & Times (Register online)

health & fitness

Athletic Adults (Ages 18+)

This small group personal training program will help adults regain the speed, agility and quickness needed to participate at the top of their game. Focus will also cover core development and strength. Class will include body fat testing and group fitness assessments. Location: Legacy Park Community Center, 901 NE Bluestem Dr. 969-1550

Sept & Oct Dates & Times (Register online)

Golf - Beginning (Ages 16+)

For individuals who have little or no experience playing golf and need instruction in fundamentals. Location: Fred Arbanas Golf Course 11100 View High, KCMO. 816-761-9445

Aug-Sept Dates & Times (Register online)

Tai Chi

Focus on balance, coordination, fun and fluid movement. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave. 969-1580.

Tennis - Beginner (Ages 17+)

For those adults who want to refresh or start new. Introduction to tennis strokes and skills. Location: Summit Park, 415 NW Blue Parkway. Rainout: 969-1516 x4

Women on Weights (Ages 18+)

With the professional guidance of the LPCC personal training staff this program is the women’s guide to body sculpting, flexibility, balance and resistance training. Gain a better understanding and confidence in your workouts. Location: Legacy Park Community Center, 901 NE Bluestem Dr. 969-1550

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Instructor-led Fitness Classes at LPCC or GC!

Classes are FREE to LPCC Members and GC Fitness Members! Visitors can either pay $5 per class -OR- Get a “Class Pass” for $60. With the “Class Pass” each class is $3 each instead of $5 each. The LPCC offers over 60 classes each week while the GC offers over 25. For both fitness schedules, visit www.lsparks.net

Extreme Classes held in the LPCC Gym:

Personal Training at LPCC and GC

Let our certified personal trainers get you through a program that fits your schedule and your needs. Call 816.969.1550 to get started!

1 Session Individuals: Members-$40 / Non Members-$48 Couples: Members-$65 / Non Members-$78

5 Sessions* Individuals: Members-$190 / Non Mem-$230 Couples: Members-$310 / Non Members-$375

10 Sessions* Individuals: Members-$350 /Non Members-$440 Couples: Members-$580 / Non Members-$680 * Includes a full fitness assessment.

Healthy Fit Nutrition Program

Complete fitness assessment, body fat testing, suggested daily meal plans, grocery lists and personalized workout program. Call 816.969.1550 to get started! Location: Legacy Park Community Center, 901 NE Bluestem Dr. 969-1550

Program 1 (Two, 1 hour sessions): Members: $99 / Non-members: $119

Program 2: (Four, 1 hour sessions): Members: $190 / Non-members: $230

just for fun

Bring Your History Alive

Want to learn ways to preserve your family history for future generations? This work shop will teach you how to plan your personal history project- including how to identify your subject, determine the scope, chose the right format, organize your data, and develop good interview questions. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave. 969-1580

Adult Horsemanship

Have you always wanted to ride a horse but just haven't gotten around to it? Or maybe you've ridden in the past and would just love to ride again! Now is the time! This class is all about horses. Saddles, bridles, grooming, safety and much more will be covered in the program. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants, and will need to sign a permission form before the first class. Location: Sunset Trails Stables, 2100 SE Ranson Road

mountain dulcimer classes

Beginning

Learn how to play the mountain dulcimer. No music knowledge necessary. You will learn basics of the instrument and simple songs. Must have own mountain dulcimer and tuner. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave. 969-1580

Advanced

You will move on to more complicated techniques, timings, and tunes in this dulcimer class. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave. 969-1580

photography

Digital SLR Photography “Fine Tune the Moment”

In this Intermediate class, Debra Lawrence will discuss techniques such as dragging the shutter, using off camera flash including studio strobes, bouncing light, and fill flash techniques. You must own an off camera flash for use in this class. Required to have taken "Capturing the Moment" or have basic knowledge or experience with a digital SLR camera. Location: Abundant Moments Photography, 3801 SW Windemere Dr. 537-5256.

Digital SLR Photography "Capturing the Moment "

Debra Lawrence will introduce the participants to the art of taking pictures with a digital SLR camera. Learn the basic digital terminology, gain an understanding of shutter speed, aperture and mega pixels, discuss flash techniques and natural lighting photography. Manual shooting and white balance are main topics. You must bring to class a digital SLR. You must own or be able to borrow an SLR camera for class. Location: Abundant Moments Photography, 3801 SW Windemere Dr. 537-5256.

Dec Dates & Times (Register online)

Digital SLR Photography “Manipulating the Moment”

Debra Lawrence shows how to manipulate images in Photoshop from opening an image to creating a collage from scratch. We will take each student through the entire process in a hands on teaching environment. You must own a version of Photoshop to get the most from this class. Bringing a laptop is highly recommended. This is a beginner's class, but those who currently use Photoshop will also benefit by fine-tuning their skills and picking up new techniques. You must own or be able to borrow an SLR camera for class. Location: Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave, 969-1580

Photo Safari - "Landscapes"

Spend time working on posing, lighting, and thinking outside the box. Group will focus on non-human objects and landscapes. Each student will receive a CD with images shot during class and contact sheets - looking at settings and perspective. Must bring a digital SLR camera. Meet by the Chamber Building (historical brick building on east side of tracks). Location: Howard Station Park, downtown LS.

Water Safety Instructor Course

Ever considered teaching swimming lessons??

May 4 - 7. The American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor course provides instructor candidates the training needed to teach American Red Cross swimming and safety programs by developing their understanding of how to use the course materials, conduct training sessions, and evaluate participants progress. Participants meet at these designated times. Location: Legacy Park Community Center, 901 NE Bluestem Dr, 969-1550

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