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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 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 email address when you
register so you can be notified in case of a class change or cancellation.

BEYOND PGI: Take a Journey with the Friendship Force: Tuesday, October 3, 7 p.m. Do you like
to travel? Be more than just a tourist and be welcomed into someone's home? Get to know real people
in countries you visit? Gain a better understanding of other cultures? Join Joanne Collins and Sue
Linehan to learn about Friendship Force. Since 1977, the travel exchange movement pioneered by
Friendship Force International has given people the unique opportunity to connect in ways that
transcend boundaries to promote goodwill, respect, and understanding.

SANDWICH SEMINAR: Tuesday, October 17, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sandwich Seminar is open to the public and
sponsored by Bayfront Healthcare Punta Gorda which provides lunch at no cost to attendees. See the enclosed flyer for
this month’s topic. You must preregister by calling PGICA at 941-637-1655.

ART, OIL PAINTING: Monday, October 9, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., (second class October 16, if needed). Jan Britland
teaches a fun and easy day long class using the “Bob Ross Technique.” Beginners are encouraged to attend. 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 class is offered monthly. Reminder - payment is required
when registering.

MEDICARE MADE SIMPLE –Three identical Medicare educational classes will be conducted at 7 p.m.,
in Room 1 at the Civic Association on Tuesday, October 17, Tuesday, October 24, and Thursday,
November 2. This is a bona fide educational class with no sales solicitation. We will review all Parts and
options of Medicare from Part A to Part D, Medicare Supplement (or Medigap) Plans A through N, the trade-offs between
Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans, and how-when-why to consider changing Plans. Classes will be
conducted by Ralph Temple, who can be contacted at 941-286-6047 for more information. Attendance is free but seating
is limited by room size, so please try to inform the PGICA office at 941-637-1655 if you plan to attend.

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

OCTOBER BASKETWEAVING CLASS – BASIC ROUND SPOKED BASKET. This class will consist of
two, 3-hour sessions on Tuesdays, October 17 and 24, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Learn to weave a simple,
round spoked basket from rattan reed. No prior basketweaving experience is required. Students will
learn basic basket making techniques for a round basket that will lay a foundation to create a variety of
baskets. The $60 class fee includes all weaving materials necessary to complete the basket including a
choice of accent colors. Basketweaving requires no special tools; however, students will need to bring several ordinary
household items with them. A list of these items may be picked up at the time of registration. Class size is limited to six
students. Refer any questions to the instructor, Teresa Comeaux, 941-347-7640 or tascomeaux@hotmail.com.

NOVEMBER BASKETWEAVING CLASS - HOLIDAY WALL BASKET. This class will consist of two 3-
hour sessions on Tuesdays, November 7 and 14, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. PREREQUISITE-one previous
class. You will have the choice of red or green accents for your basket. Great for holiday cards,
goodies, or a holiday floral arrangement on your front door instead of a wreath! 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 gift tags and
holly accents in the picture are not included.)

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