A message from Dan Dowd, Director of MTP
We want to hear from you about what we do and what we can do to make it better. Please share your opinions and ideas with us. Print off this survey, complete it and drop off at the MTP office by Feb 15. To thank you pick up a "Square Buck" that can be used at Mr. B's or Sid's. We are always interested in your thoughts...let us know what you're thinking. As always, thank you for your support.
Instructor Creates Online Classes for Winter/Spring Semester
Join Instructor Robert Levin as he helps move Master the Possibilities into a new dimension. He will be offering six new online classes covering Word, Excel, getting the most from your computer and keeping it working well. As virtual classes, the courses are available 24 hours a day and can be taken at a time that is convenient to you. Registration begins on December 15th.
Robert has created his own video advertisement for the online courses. The video can be viewed on his site http://www.dataimageme.com/online_classes.html.
He has also created a demo page that will provide students with a sample of how the materials work. http://www.dataimageme.com/Online_MTP.html
NEW CLASSES
Enameled Copper Bracelet
February 16, 2012
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Expand your creative side and make a one-of-a-kind enamel bracelet in one day. Students will learn some basic enameling skills and with the help of the instructor, design and create a multi-colored and multi-disc bracelet. The enameled discs will be cold connected to an 18 gauge copper band with a unique and beautiful patina. Students will design each disk using a simple color palette of enamels. Each bracelet will be initialed by the creator. Wear an apron or work clothes to class and bring your playful side. A sample bracelet is on display at Master the Possibilities. Class size is limited to 7 students, register soon.
Making Congress Work - Where Is The Will for Fixing the Debt Crisis? A "Different" Independent/ Non Partisan View Focused on Solutions
February 23, 2012
4:00 PM 5:30 PM
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7:00 PM 8:30 PM
This presentation and important subject is one of a series of talks presented jointly by MTP and the League of Women Voters of Marion County (http://lwvmarion.org/ ), and is focused on a non partisan view of federal fiscal policies, with recommended solutions. Most of the presentation was compiled by the Comeback America Initiative organization and also, to a lesser extent, the No Labels organization's “Make Congress Work! Action Plan." For a little fun, a pre class pre-requisite of the program is to take the five minute, Fiscal IQ Quiz at http://fiscaliq.net. Some questions are obvious, some are thought provoking, but carry through to the end analysis of your responses.
Teneriffe Pine Needle Tray or Wall Basket
February 27, 2012 & March 1, 2012
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Teneriffe is a weaving technique and is used in pine needle basketry to add beauty and dimension to the center of each basket. The weaving is done in the center of a metal ring using sinew and an embroidery needle. The first day of class will focus on creating a teneriffe weaving. We will also start coiling with pine needles around the weaving on day one. The second day of class we will work on our chosen finishing technique. The materials provided will create a tray up to 8 inches in diameter. Please bring a scissors to class. All other materials will be provided by the instructor.
The Black Stallion (Film)
March 1, 2012
1:00 PM 3:00 PM
While traveling with his father, young Alec becomes fascinated by a mysterious Arabian stallion that is brought on board and stabled in the ship he is sailing on. When it tragically sinks both he and the horse survive only to be stranded on a deserted island. He befriends it, so when finally rescued both return to his home where they soon meet Henry Dailey, a once successful trainer. Together they begin training to go head-to-head with the world’s best thoroughbreds in “the race of the century.”
Global War On Terrorism
Friday, March 2, 2012
1:30 - 2:30pm
GWOT-America's Global War On Terrorism. The US has been combating terrorism for many years but formally declared a worldwide war on terrorism after the 9/11 attacks. This presentation will examine the nature of the terrorist threat that our country faces, trace the events leading up to 9/11, look at the 9/11 goals of the terrorists as well as how and why we were blinded to the threat. It will also describe the terrorists plans for us post-9/11and what our country can do to protect against these plans.
Enamel Hoop Earrings: Round and Square
March 20, 2012
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Each student will create two pairs of earrings. Make these stunning classic enamel hoops in one day. Even if you have never enameled before, you can make these earrings. The process involves fusing glass grains to copper using the heat of a kiln. The instructor will lead you step-by-step from planning your project and selecting colors to cover the copper, to the last step of placing your ear wires. Students will have a choice of basic hoop shapes and sizes. Silver ear wires will be provided to finish off your pair of beautiful ear accents. Have fun with the kiln and engage your creative side. You will love wearing these. Earrings will be on display at Master The Possibilities. Class size is limited to 7 students.
REGISTER NOW!
Winter/Spring catalog is now online and registration is possible. This covers January – May 2012. Click here to register now!
The Winter/Spring Master the Possibilities catalog is now online.
Thank you for your support. Register early and often.
A MESSAGE FROM DAN DOWD, Director of Education
If you are reading this, the chances are high that you use online registration and we are very glad you do. Chances are also high that you have not signed up for the email alerts at the bottom of this page. Only about a third of users have done this. I'm asking that you consider these alerts. They come out weekly, let you know what's still available and perhaps most importantly...let you know about new classes added since the catalog came out. I know how much you support Master the Possibilities and appreciate it more than you know. I hope you'll consider this additional way for us to interact. All the best...See you in class! Dan
Master the Possibilities Education Center strives to be on the cutting edge of life-long learning and assuch is a focal point of our active community. Located in the new Circle Square Commons Town Center, our exciting educational programs provide hundreds of opportunities throughout the year to learn and grow. Our outstanding faculty is involved in designing classes that build on our active adults’ knowledge and experiences and stimulate and challenge them to become more engaged in education.
