Club Purpose: We help members make the most of their computers and explore new technology.

Focus: While our meeting room is a Windows PC classroom, the club is no longer Windows-only. With our emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI), we will show you how to use free online AI tools that work on any computer or smartphone-Windows, Mac, Chromebook, or mobile.

Meetings:

• When: 2nd Thursday of each month, 10:30 a.m.
• Where: Room 357, UWF Campus
• Format: Informal and friendly. Each session includes a short presentation plus time to share tips, ask questions, and solve tech problems together.

What We Cover:

• Modern AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini
• How AI can make tech tasks easier and more fun
• Practical help for everyday computer and device issues

Why Join?

• Free Membership: You don't need to be enrolled in any CLL classes.
• Learn, share, and stay current with technology
• Great for anyone curious about AI

Class Leader Bio(s): Hal earned his PhD in Physics from UC Santa Barbara after serving as a carrier-based Navy fighter pilot while the Korean war was winding down. Since 1994, he’s been heavily involved in CLL classes and administration. In 1996 he developed the CLL’s original computerized registration program that was used continuously until COVID stopped in-person registration. Over the years he has led various computer-related CLL courses.

New to Online Registration? Getting started is easy! Simply add items to your cart by...

1. Selecting (clicking on) the title of the item you want, then
2. Click the "Register" button. 

Here’s a checklist for the full process…

• Search for the class you want.
• IMPORTANT - Click the class title to link (drill down) to the FULL details for that specific class.
• Once there, click the “Register” button to add the class to your cart.
  • Note that each time you add an item to the cart, you will be asked “Who is attending?” The answer will be You.
  • Exception – you can register for a spouse, family member or friend by selecting the “Add person” option. NOTE: when you use this method, both you and the added person will be registered under one email for all your classes.

• Once your first selection has been added to your cart, 
  • A cart icon will appear in the upper right corner of the webpage. Click this icon at any time to view your cart.
  • You can either “Continue Browsing” or “Checkout”.

• Once you have all the items you would like in your cart, begin the Checkout process. If this is your first time using the CourseStorm system, just input the following to create your account…
  • First you will be asked to enter your email address.
    • This email will be where you receive registration confirmation and communications from your instructors.
  • Next, enter your first and last name, phone number, address and create your account password.
    • If/when you forget your password, you can always use the “Forgot Password?” link to reset it.
  • Be sure to check the box to agree with the terms of service (for CourseStorm) and Select Continue.
• Next Box (or Boxes) – Answer any questions and/or agreements, then select Save and Continue.  Example questions/agreements...
  •  CLL Refund Policy – Please use link to view/read the policy, then check “Yes, I agree".
  • Please verify that you are registered for only one of any duplicate session courses (i.e., Basic Pottery, Creative Fused Glass, etc.)

• Final Box - Review and Payment
  • You'll see a listing of items in your cart at the top of the box.
  • Use the View Details link to update any Contact Info, or to make any last-minute additions or deletions if you wish.
  • Enter requested Credit Card information for payment.
    • You may uncheck the Remember card box or leave it there – your choice.
  • Select Complete Purchase – You’re done!

Your account is now created, and you can return to the CLL CourseStorm page at any point and login to your account using your email and password (Login box is on the upper right of the page).

Course Description: Studies show a short daily yoga practice with friends is beneficial to your mind and body. (Ok well, that was my study with me being the subject and I feel much better when I do this!) This is a quick session to get your day started. We will sign on to Zoom and have a short chat over coffee and then do a 15-min (approx.) yoga session. Yoga flow via YouTube instructors.

Class Leader Bio(s): Nicole Blatt is not a yoga instructor, but she started doing a daily routine on zoom with friends during the Covid shutdown and has continued ever since. She has two 8th grade boys and definitely needs this after hustling the boys off to school each morning. Lynn Walton fell in love with our “coffee-talk” yoga group about a year ago and then took the lead all summer.  Often her dogs Java and Bella join in the yoga session too.

Notes: This class meets on-line via Zoom daily Monday - Friday 8:30-9:00. Join us when you can on these days for an energizing start to your day.

Course Description: Chairs provided at the VFW. This is a 7-week class. Yoga poses adapted to seated positions with optional standing using the chair as a prop. The practice emphasizes breath with the movement to build resilience and reduce stress This is a 7-week class.

Class Leader Bio(s): Annette Seda has Yoga Alliance 200-HR RYT certification.

Notes: This is a 7-week class meeting on January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23. Chairs will be provided. Optional equipment recommended includes 1-2 yoga blocks and a strap.

Course Description: Easy Line Dance is a beginner's introduction to basic line dances. Participation will exercise your brain and heart while you learn the dances done at family gatherings. Even if you don't master them at first, keep trying; a challenge is good for you!!

Class Leader Bio(s): Bunny Klein is a retired physical education teacher. She loves to line dance and hopes you will love it too.

Course Description: Each student will build and take home a cheese and charcuterie board with ingredients sourced and provided by The Board Chef. You will taste and cut a minimum of 8 cheeses and 3 types of salami, learn how to make salami roses, and have an opportunity to play with added accoutrements such as dried fruits, olives and sweetie peppers. This tour will meet on Monday, January 12, at 10:00 and last between 1.5 to 2 hours. A fee of $25 will be collected at the door to cover ingredient costs. The fee will be collected at the door and is payable by cash or credit card.

Class Leader Bio(s): Annmarie has been in the food industry since her first job at the age of 14 in a Southern California pie shop. Since then, she has worked on every side of this amazing industry, not only as a brands manager for a national broad liner as a center of the plate specialist, but also as a successful entrepreneur. She took a leap during Covid, took out every tool, called on every business relationship she had, made a plan, moved to Fort Walton Beach and started The Board Chef.

Notes: This one-day tour will meet at 322 Harbor Place SW, Fort Walton Beach. This is Annmarie’s residence. There is plenty of street parking available.

Course Description: This class will teach basic manners including: sit, down, stay/wait, touch, leave it and recall. This will be a 4-week class.

Class Leader Bio(s): Nancy Bown is a cpdt-ka positive reinforcement trainer, no shock, prong or choke collars will be used in class. She has taught dog training for over 16 years. She has been an evaluator for Intermountain Therapy Animals for 11 years as well as an evaluator for AKC Canine good citizen. She is the founder of Dog-Harmony, which manages therapy teams for at risk youth and local hospitals.

Notes: This is a 4-week class meeting on January 12, 19, 26 and February 2. This class is geared for dog friendly dogs needing work on their basic manners. Sit, Down, Stay/Wait, touch, leave it and loose leash walking. The first class is mandatory and will be without your dog. You must bring your shot records. We will discuss canine body language, how dogs learn and equipment. Dogs must be at least 6 months old and up to date on shots. Pet’s Supplies Plus 4424 Commons Drive East Destin, Florida 32541

Course Description: Increase your financial consciousness by exploring the role of money in your life by looking at past money scripts, discovering your money personality, and stages of money maturity. Learn how to make your money match your values so you can rewire your brain for wealth and increase your happiness. This is a 6-week class.

Class Leader Bio(s): Sharon Bumgarner, CFP®, has over 30 years of Financial Services as a financial planner, stockbroker, corporate trainer, wealth manager and DOD contractor who worked at Eglin AFB from 2015 to 2023.

Notes: This is a 6-week class meeting January 12, 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23.