Education and Culture

What kind of classes are offered at the Flower City Library?
What is the name of the resource that you can use to learn about asset allocation?
Where is the Flower City Lawn Bowling Facility?

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1 Ask an Expert Safe Drinking and Gambling Awareness Learn about safe drinking and gambling practices from the Peel Addiction Assessment and Referral Centre. Different community resources will also be discussed. Day/Dates: Tuesday, May 17 Time: 1:30 pm 3:00 pm Flower City Lawn Bowling Facility for 1 day Code: Be A Smart Consumer! Join Consumer Protection Ontario for an interactive and informative session on your rights as a consumer. They will teach you how to recognize and avoid common scams including door to door sales, identity theft and shopping tips. Day/Dates: Tuesday, June 21 Time: 1:30 pm 3:00 pm Flower City Lawn Bowling Facility for 1 day Code: Brain Health Hearing Health Join the Canadian Hearing Society to find out how to identify and manage hearing loss. Information about hearing aids and how to receive funding will also be discussed. Day/Dates: Tuesday, August 2 Time: 1:30 pm 3:00 pm Flower City Lawn Bowling Facility for 1 day Code: Cooking and Dining Cooking for One Join the Alzheimer Society of Peel to learn about Dementia and the best ways to maintain optimal brain health. Day/Dates: Tuesday, July 12 Time: 1:30 pm 3:00 pm Flower City Lawn Bowling Facility for 1 day Code: Delicious dining and delectable desserts await you. You will find yourself dicing, slicing and dining each and every class. You will prepare a new and exciting meal every week. Day/Dates: Mondays, May 9 June 13 Time: 4:15 pm 5:45 pm Café Fee: $60.25 for 5 weeks Code:

2 Flower City Food Critic Reviewing a dining experience goes beyond explaining whether service was good or bad. A well written review can easily ring truer than that of a professional food critic, and often people find them more accurate. Come discover how to be a Flower City Food Critic! **PLEASE NOTE: PARTICIPANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN TRANSPORTATION AND THE COST OF THE MEAL.** Day/Dates: Wednesday, May 18 Time: 1:00 pm Code: La Capannina Restaurant 21 George Street North, Brampton, ON Day/Dates: Wednesday, June 22 Time: 1:00 pm Code: Sushi Japanese Buffet 168 Kennedy Road South, Brampton, ON Day/Dates: Wednesday, July 20 Time: 1:00 pm Code: Freshly Thai 48 Queen Street West, Brampton, ON Day/Dates: Wednesday, August 10 Time: 1:00 pm That Italian Place Café and Eatery 470 Chrysler Drive, Unit #32, Brampton, ON Code: Meals In Mason Jars With a Dash of From customizations, to tips and tricks, to making the perfect meal, this class will allow participants to learn more about what to add to meals. You ll create meals with unique flavour combinations and overcome the challenges of cooking and baking advanced pieces. Make the perfect Pudding Bonanza (4 pudding varieties) Day: Monday, May 2 Café Fee: $9.85 for 1 week Code: Make the perfect Pomegranate BBQ Ribs Day: Monday, June 20 Café Fee: $9.85 for 1 week Code: Make the perfect Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Day: Monday, July 18 Café Fee: $9.85 for 1 week Code: Make the perfect Shrimp and Mint Salad Rolls Day: Monday, August 22 Café Fee: $9.85 for 1 week Code: Mason jars make portable, portion-controlled meals a breeze some do not even require a second cooking. Learn how to make an appetizer, entrée and dessert in a mason jar. Day/Dates: Mondays, June 27 July 11 Café Fee: $36.15 for 3 weeks Code:

3 Financial Planning Aging at Home Aging within your own home has never been easier! Come discover how home equity loans, lines of credit, the healthy home renovation tax credit and reverse mortgages can help you to age in place. Day/Dates: Tuesday, May 10 Time: 3:00 pm 4:00 pm Fee: $3.70 for 1 week Code: Basics of Investment Disability Benefits Discovered In recent years, government benefits such as pensions, disability saving plans and tax credits have been enhanced. Take this course and discover how you could be eligible and how to apply. Day/Dates: Tuesday, May 24 Time: 3:00 pm 4:00 pm Fee: $3.70 for 1 week Code: Identity Theft and Fraud Prevention Take the right steps to avoid having your identity stolen and being a victim of fraud. Day/Dates: Monday, May 30 Time: 7:00 pm 8:00 pm Fee: $3.70 for 1 week Code: Learn about how to analyze your current financial position; to move forward in a positive way; mutual funds and compensation; handling your portfolio on your own versus hiring an advisor; TFSAs versus RRSPs; RRIFs; and asset allocation (stocks, bonds, GICs, real estate). Day/Dates: Mondays, May 9 May 16 Time: 6:30 pm 8:00 pm Fee: $8.60 for 2 weeks Code: Tax Free Savings Accounts Learn how a Tax Free Savings Account can allow your investments and savings to grow. Day/Dates: Tuesday, May 31 Time: 7:00 pm 8:00 pm Fee: $3.70 for 1 week Code:

4 General Interest Book Club Each month we discuss the book of the month, have a conversation and find common bonds through books. You ll read and enjoy books you may have never chosen for yourself! This exciting program is in partnership with the Brampton Library, which will provide all books. May: Indian Horse by Richard Wagamese June: The Evening Chorus by Helen Humphreys Day/Dates: Mondays, May 16 and June 13 Library Fee: $2.45 for 2 meetings Code: Creative Writing Great Courses University style classes brought right to the Flower City Library! Join us to watch an informative DVD followed by a lively guided discussion. Subject: Understanding Greek and Roman Technology Day/Dates: Wednesdays, July 6 August 10 Time: 1:00 pm 3:00 pm Library Fee: $7.40 for 6 weeks Code: Memory Workshop The techniques presented will help you to remember vital information. These innovative techniques can easily provide substantial improvements to your memory. Day/Dates: Thursday, May 26 Time: 9:30 am 11:30 am Code: Movie Matinee Flower City Lawn Bowling Facility Join us weekly for a feature flick. Light refreshments included. Featured movie is posted weekly on the Program Bulletin Board. Please come early as space is limited. Enjoy writing? Come and join our creative writing group. It s an opportunity to have fun, share stories and work on your writing skills. Day/Dates: Time: Fee: Code: Thursdays 9:30 am 11:30 am Meeting Room $1.10 per visit Drop-in Day/Dates: Time: Fee: Code: Day/Dates: Time: Fee: Code: Fridays *cancelled July 1 1:00 pm Library $1.10 per visit Drop-In Sundays 1:00 pm Library $1.10 per visit Drop-In 26

5 Languages French: Beginners Bonjour! This program for beginners focuses on the French language for everyday situations. There will be an emphasis on standard pronunciation based on the International Phonetic Alphabet. Every week, your vocabulary will continue to increase. This program is great for travellers or for individuals looking to just have fun! Day/Dates: Mondays, May 2 June 13 Time: 9:30 am 11:30 am Fee: $45.15 for 6 weeks Code: French: Refresher Italian: Advanced Salve! Let s dive into your word and phrase bank and come up with beautiful dialogue! Day/Dates: Wednesdays, May 4 June 15 Time: 12:00 pm 2:00 pm Fee: $54.18 for 7 weeks Code: Prerequisite: completion of the French: Beginners course. This continuation of the French: Beginners program emphasizes pronunciation and teaches everyday vocabulary! Take your French to the next level and enhance your vocabulary skills in a fun environment. Day/Dates: Mondays, May 2 June 13 Time: 12:00 pm 2:00 pm Fee: $45.15 for 6 weeks Code: French: Advanced Salut! Let s dive into your word and phrase bank and come up with beautiful dialogue! Day/Dates: Wednesdays, May 4 June 15 Time: 9:30 am 11:30 am Fee: $54.18 for 7 weeks Code: Spanish: Beginners Hola! Have you always wanted to learn Spanish? Well then join this class and embark on a learning expedition! Day/Dates: Wednesdays, May 4 June 15 Fee: $54.18 for 7 weeks Code: Spanish: Refresher Prerequisite: Completion of the Spanish: Beginners course. This continuation of the Spanish: Beginners program teaches everyday vocabulary. Take your Spanish skills to the next level in this fun and informative class! Day/Dates: Mondays, May 2 June 13 Fee: $45.15 for 6 weeks Code:

6 Technology: Computers Computer Courses Our computer lab features eight individual workstations with 15-inch monitors, direct internet connections and a printer. The computers use Windows operating system, Microsoft Office and a variety of other programs. All of our courses are designed for older adults. Computers: Beginner If you are a first-time computer user, this program is designed for you. This course will introduce you to the basics of the computers, including computer terminology, starting a program, opening, saving and searching for a file, and using Windows. Day/Dates: Mondays, May 2 June 13 Code: Day/Dates: Tuesdays, June 21 July 26 Code: Computers: Intermediate Genealogy Online Learn how to use Family Tree Maker to record your family history, as well as learn about useful sites and programs to add ancestors to your tree. Day/Dates: Mondays, May 2 June 27 Time: 9:00 am 11:00 am Fee: $1.10 per visit Code: Drop-in How to Register for Flower City Programs Online Avoid the long lineups on registration day and learn how to sign up for all of our programs, special events and bus trips online. Our instructors will lead you through this step-by-step process. Day/Dates: Saturdays, July 23 Time: 10:00 am 12:00 pm Fee: FREE Code: Prerequisite: Completion of Beginner Computers Participants will expand on using Windows, opening and saving files, and opening and closing programs. The basics of Microsoft Office, as well as the concepts of web browsing and will also be introduced. Day/Dates: Tuesdays, May 3 June 7 Code: Day/Dates: Mondays, June 27 August 1 Code: It s all about you. Let s talk. As a Preplanning Advisor with one of the largest and most established cemetery organiza ons in the province, I have been able to help many people, just like you, plan their cemetery and funeral arrangements. Allow me to extend my services to you and bring you the bene ts of preplanning. Contact me today to book your FREE consultation. Pauline Tough [email protected] Meadowvale Cemetery, Crematorium and Visitation Centre is a business name of Mount Pleasant Group of Cemeteries. 28

7 Internet and Basics Prerequisite: Beginner and Intermediate Computers This course is for those who have very little or no experience using the internet. Discover the uses of and description of the internet. Participants will be introduced to some internet basics including search engines, browsing and bookmarks. Participants will learn how to receive, send, reply and forward an using Gmail. Day/Dates: Mondays, June 27 August 1 Code: Photo and DVD Maker Learn how to transfer pictures from your camera to your computer, and how to save and share them. You will have a DVD of photos at the end of this class. Day/Dates: Thursdays, May 5 June 9 Code: Technology: ipads, Smart Phones and Tablets ipad Class If you have an ipad this class is for you. You will learn why it s different from other computers, how to connect to the internet, and some basics on how to get apps, music and books. Microsoft Office: Beginner Prerequisite: Completion of Beginner Computers Participants will reinforce and build upon their basic computer skills. You will learn how to navigate through Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel; and create, save and manage files. From page numbering, fonts and colours, to grammar check and presentations, this course is an introduction to the many aspects of Microsoft Office. Day/Dates: Saturdays, May 14 June 18 Time: 10:00 am 12:00 pm Code: **PLEASE NOTE: PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN ipad.** ipad: Beginners Day/Dates: Tuesdays, May 3 June 7 Time: 9:00 am 11:00 am Code: Day/Dates: Thursdays, June 23 July 28 Code: ipad: Intermediate Prerequisite: Completion of ipad Beginners Day/Dates: Wednesdays, May 4 June 8 Code: Day/Dates: Tuesdays, June 21 July 26 Time: 9:00 am 11:00 am Code:

8 Purchasing a Smartphone This workshop will provide an overview of what common types of smartphones are available. Assistance will be provided to help you discover which device might be right for you! Day/Dates: Tuesday, May 3 Fee: $9.99 for 1 week Code: Android Smartphones Today s Android smartphones are powerful tools that go far beyond simply placing phone calls. It s like carrying an entire computer in your pocket. This class will help you take advantage of all the features and capabilities, by breaking it down into simple steps. **PLEASE NOTE: PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN ANDROID SMARTPHONE.** Day/Dates: Tuesdays, June 21 July 26 Code: Tablet Class If you own a tablet then this class is for you. You will learn how to connect to the internet and , how to utilize apps, and all the basics to get started. **PLEASE NOTE: PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN TABLET** Day/Dates: Wednesdays, June 22 July 27 Code: Technology: Workshops These workshops will provide you with information, comparisons, and advantages needed for today s modern technology. Whether it s deciding if a mobile phone suits your lifestyle, or information regarding recent updates, this course focuses on aiding older adults with today s modern technology. Brain Games Prerequisite: Completion of Computers: Beginner and basic knowledge of the internet This workshop will provide an overview of some of the popular brain games that are available online! Come find out how you can use technology to strengthen your mind. Day/Dates: Tuesday, May 24 Fee: $9.99 for 1 week Code:

9 Craigslist, Kijiji and Ebay Prerequisite: Completion of Computers: Beginner and basic knowledge of the internet This workshop will provide an overview of three of the most popular websites where you can buy and sell almost anything online! Day/Dates: Tuesdays, August 9 August 23 Time: 9:00 am 11:00 am Fee: $29.97 for 3 weeks Code: Fun with Fitbit Join this class to learn all about the newest form of wearable fitness technology. Fitbit can measure data such as number of steps, quality of sleep and other personal trackable data! **PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU OWN A FITBIT PLEASE BRING IT WITH YOU TO THE WORKSHOP** Day/Dates: Tuesday, August 9 Fee: $9.99 for 1 week Code: Internet: Refresher Prerequisite: Completion of Computers Beginner This course will provide you with the strategies, skills and mindset needed to protect yourself, your computer and your privacy when you connect to the internet. It will also cover more advanced topics such as refined searching techniques. Day/Dates: Tuesdays, August 9 August 23 Fee: $29.97 for 3 weeks Code: Introduction to Pinterest Pinterest is an online pin board where you can find and pin pictures that interest you! Come find out how addictive and fun this online tool can be. Day/Dates: Thursday, August 18 Fee: $9.99 for 1 week Code: It feels good to know it s all taken care of. Over 70% of people polled* admit it... they don t know the details of their partner s funeral and cemetery wishes. How about you? Call for your FREE Planning Kit today: bramptonmemorial.com Brampton Funeral Home & Cemetery by Arbor Memorial Chinguacousy Rd., Brampton Arbor Memorial Inc. * Arbor Memorial Inc. survey of 1,033 Canadians conducted by Environics Research Group Ltd. in August