Special to Wesson News
Five computer workshops led by Margaret Britt are highlighting of the adult learning programs scheduled during the spring semester in Co-Lin’s Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR).
Workshops focusing on the basics of computers and the Microsoft Word application started last month (Monday, January 27) and continued on Mondays, February 3 and 10 (Introduction to Computer Part 2 and Word Basics Part 1), with Word Basics Part 2 and PowerPoint Part 1 and Part 2 scheduled on Mondays, February 17 and 24 and March 3 at 1:30 p.m. at the Co-Lin Thames Center.
ILR, a Co-Lin-sponsored membership organization, provides continuing education experiences for retired and semi-retired older adults. In ILR, participants define their own informal educational goals and pursue them at their own pace, based on their own choices and talents. Members, who design the group's program, come from wide ranging backgrounds and bring varied experiences to the organization. Co-Lin staff administers ILR and the college provides facilities for the organization, which is fully funded by member dues.
Through May, the ILR spring semester also features weekly chair yoga classes, three luncheon programs, one day trip and a three-day/two-night trip to Waco, Texas and six additional workshops, including painting and golf lessons.
Every Wednesday. Cheryl Myers will lead one-hour chair yoga classes. $10 per class. 10:30 a.m. Thames Center. Contact Cheryl Myers at (601)-757-2133.
February 13.
Luncheon prepared and served by the college’s culinary students. Presentation by Mississippi Health Ambassadors. $10. 11 a.m. Anderson Building on Co-Lin campus.
February 20. Day trip to Farmer’s Table Cooking School at Livingston, Mississippi. $100. Cooking classes provide a unique, memorable and hands-on experience, which connects participants with the school’s eat local philosophy as they work alongside the chef to prepare a delicious meal. Take-home recipes are provided to participants.
February 27.
Co-Lin art instructor Carisa Mitchell leads painting class. $45. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Smith Building (Room 112).
March 5.
Cooking demo led by Co-Lin Chef Chris McSweyn. Participants will learn cooking secrets as McSweyn prepares a meal for them. $25. Co-Lin Thames Center.
March 12 & 19.
Golf Lesson for Beginners taught by Co-Lin Golf Coach De’Jone “D” Lee at Wolf Hollow Golf Course. Maximum of five persons per group lesson. $20 per person. If March 19 group lesson fills up, there will be a March 12 class.
March 18.
Luncheon prepared by Co-Lin Chef Chris McSweyn. Presentation by Bobby Freeman on cyber security. $14. 11 a.m. Co-Lin Thames Center
April 3.
Fentanyl and Narcan: Saving Lives Through Awareness and Action. Workshop conducted by Ashley Washington, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist. 10:30 a.m. Co-Lin Thames Center.
April 10.
Luncheon prepared and served by the college’s culinary students. Musical entertainment presented by Co-Lin student William Stephens. $10. 11 a.m. Anderson Building on Co-Lin campus.
April 14.
Managing Medications and Preventing Medication Misuse. Workshop conducted by Ashley Washington, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist. 10:30 a.m. Co-Lin Thames Center.
April 22. Dowsing Graves. A membership-led workshop with Janet Wallace will visit local cemeteries for a demonstration. Time: TBA.
May 6-8.
Discover Waco, a three-day, two-night trip to Waco, Texas, with visits to Magnolia Markets & Silos, Dr. Pepper Museum, Balcones Distillery (whiskey tour and tasting), The Brasserie Restaurant@Hotel 1928, Waco Mammoth National Monument & Museum, Homestead Craft Village, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame & Museum and Brazos Landing. Triple package $795, double package $870 and single package $1,080.
May 15.
Brunch prepared by Co-Lin Chef Chris McSweyn to close out ILR second semester program. $14. Thames Center.
For information, contact Co-Lin Program Coordinator and Events Coordinator Erin Johnson at (601)-643-8702 and erin.johnson@colin.edu.
SIDEBAR
The Institute for Learning in Retirement is a member-driven organization. Its 2018-2020 officers are George Huffman, president; Sarah Lloyd, vice president; Joy Wesbrooks, secretary; Lanell Strait, associate secretary; Ketti Breaux, treasurer; Bettie Bulliard, immediate past president; members-at-large Jackie Abrams and Mary Jane James.
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