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EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Carol Duncan, 941-815-0999, clduncan.1@embarqmail.com

NOTE CHANGE IN REGISTRATION: In order to participate in any class (unless otherwise
stated) you must preregister and pay the fee at least three days before the date of the class.
You may call and charge the fee by credit card or stop in the office and pay by cash, check
or credit card. You will not be enrolled until the fee is paid. Most classes have a minimum
enrollment requirement and the class will be canceled if that number is not met. All classes
offered at the Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association are open to the general public. Register at the
PGICA office or call 941-637-1655. Please provide your telephone number and an e-mail address
when you register so you can be notified in case of a class change or cancellation.

BEYOND PGI: There will be no program in July or August. The next program will be Tuesday, September 5, 7 p.m.
so mark your calendar to attend the presentation by Bill and Amy Betts. Subject: Notes from Estrellita’s seven years
sailing around the globe, 40,000 miles – 50 countries, including surprises, things we should have known, and our sailing
mantra, “It’s all about the people you meet.”

SANDWICH SEMINAR: Tuesday, July 18, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hands-Only CPR and Early Heart Attack Care. This is a
method of CPR that was recommended by the American Heart Association (AHA) in 2010. It is intended for bystanders
untrained in CPR or for situations when the rescuer is unable or unwilling to provide mouth-to-mouth ventilations. Hands-
Only CPR is ten times more likely to save someone in cardiac arrest than not doing anything. Sandwich Seminar is open
to the public and sponsored by Bayfront Healthcare Punta Gorda which provides lunch at no cost to attendees. You must
preregister by calling PGICA at 941-637-1655. August 22 topic to be determined.

ART, OIL PAINTING: Monday, July 10 and August 14, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (no second class in June) Jan Britland
teaches a fun and easy day long class using the “Bob Ross Technique”. Beginners are encouraged to attend. Check the
lobby for the current painting. All students get to take their finished painting home with them the same day. The $50 fee
includes a canvas and all materials needed to complete the painting. Class size is limited so call PGICA 941-637-1655 to
register. Wear old clothes, bring your lunch, and enjoy a full day of painting. This fun class is offered monthly. Reminder -
payment is required when registering.

BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES: Weekly, Thursdays, from 4 to 5 p.m. Lynn Pitz, former New York Athletic Club
ballroom dance instructor, teaches classes suitable for the beginner and intermediate dancer, in a variety of Latin
International and American styles. Leather soled shoes should be worn for class. The cost of each class is $10 per
person. Don’t sit on the sidelines at the next party or event, learn to dance! For class information contact Lynn at
941-505-1506 or ltpitz@gmail.com. You must pre-register for summer classes (see above information on registering).

BASKETWEAVING CLASS (JULY) - BERRY BASKET: Three Tuesdays, July 18 through
August 1, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Prerequisite: One previous basketweaving class or permission of the
instructor. This is a great class to reinforce the skills learned in a beginner class as well as
learning some new skills. The $65 class fee includes all weaving materials necessary to complete
the basket. Class size is limited to six students. Refer any questions to the instructor, Teresa
Comeaux, 941-347-7640 or tascomeaux@hotmail.com. The last day to register for this class will
be July 11, one week prior to the beginning of class. Register at the PGICA office or call
941-637-1655.

BASKETWEAVING CLASS (August) – SIMPLE SQUARE TO ROUND STORAGE BASKET:
Two Tuesdays, August 22 and 29, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a great class for beginners. Learn to
weave a basic storage basket that teaches the fundamental skills for making a variety of baskets.
No previous basketweaving experience is required. The $60 class fee includes all weaving
materials necessary to complete the basket. Class size is limited to six students. Refer any
questions to the instructor, Teresa Comeaux, 941-347-7640 or tascomeaux@hotmail.com. The
last day to register for the August class will be August 15.

DAO YIN SHENG GONG: This activity will not be held from June 27 – July 10. Wednesdays, 10 to 11 a.m. This Stretch
and Balance is the most popular and most helpful class for recovering one’s balance. It utilizes an ancient Traditional
Chinese Medicine (TCM) system of gentle twisting motions, breath control, stimulation of acupressure points in the body
and mental development. These fluid harmonious movements will improve energy circulation, loosen the joints, tone up
and oxygenate muscles and relax the nervous system. Cost is $8 per lesson, registration not required, pay before class.
Call PGICA 941-637-1655 or Instructor Richard Curtis 407-923-9310 or http://www.peacerivertaichi.com/news.html.

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