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In this seminar, participants will learn about downsizing options and transitioning to retirement communities or assisted living. Explore the unique challenges and considerations for seniors in real estate transactions, and discover resources available for seniors to make informed decisions regarding their real estate needs.







Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification
Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided.
About Beginner Sewing Level 1: These classes introduce new or less experienced sewists to beginning sewing information and resources with hands-on practice.
Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes introduce and practice the following skills:
You can take Level 1 classes in any order, but beginners will benefit most from taking the first three classes, Class 1, 2, and 3, in sequence.





Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification
Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided.
About Beginner Sewing Level 1: These classes introduce new or less experienced sewists to beginning sewing information and resources with hands-on practice.
Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes introduce and practice the following skills:
You can take Level 1 classes in any order, but beginners will benefit most by taking the first three classes, Class 1, 2, and 3, in sequence.




The longer class time is necessary for this program to give ample time for design alterations and customization.

This registration is for individuals bringing their own sewing machine. You must have a working knowledge of how to thread and operate your machine to register.
If you want to reserve a sewing machine, please register for the other version of this program.

This registration will reserve a sewing machine for use. You must be certified for independent use to register for this program.
If you want to bring your own sewing machine, please register for the other version of this program.





Michelle Reichart is a licensed mortician and pre-planning counselor with the Eline Funeral Home.

Children will learn firsthand the characteristics and uses of these happy visitors. They will also create wild and crazy pumpkin and squash ‘garden beings’ using found natural materials from the forest floor, our vegetable and flower gardens, and even bits and pieces from Grandma’s sewing basket.
A show-and-tell will round out the activity, with each child sharing the story of their exciting pumpkin or squash friend. Their new friend will travel home with them to celebrate a wondrous new season of great pumpkins and squash.





In the second class, attendees will complete a second granny square and use both granny squares to make fingerless mitts.














This month, we are highlighting nocturnal animals. Join us for The Midnight Library by Kazuno Kohara. Participants should bring a favorite nocturnal-themed title to show the group.






This month, we are highlighting life on a farm. Join us for Farm Boots by Lisl H. Detlefsen. Participants should bring a favorite farm-themed title to show the group.









Registration closes at 4:30 PM on the day of the program. You will receive the Zoom link via email by 5:30 PM on the day of the program.