Course Description: Class will study the "Original Intent" of the Framers using writings of the Founders.  A study of The Federalist Papers and other writings by the Framers will be used.  Mr. Brock has developed a system for memorizing parts of the Constitution.  In addition, a Dramatization of the events at the Constitutional Convention will be shown. 

Instructor Bio: Paul Wendel Brock has a B.A. in History and a M.A. in Educational Leadership. He taught Advanced Placement (college level) History at Ft. Walton Beach High School and retired after 30 years. 

Notes: $3.00 for materials for a pocket size Constitution will be collected in class. 

Course Description:  Want to expand your social skills while having fun? This class will give you an opportunity to do that by learning new equipment and card games. Come join us and learn some new games and get refreshed on old standards.

Instructor Bio:  Karen Lauer is an experienced artist and CLL class leader. She loves to play games and introduced Wizard to the CLL community and camp conferences. 

Course Description:  A fun hands on ‘working’ class learning how to take better photos with your iPhone using simple techniques and built-in tools. This class covers composition, lighting, camera settings, editing, organizing photos and travel photography tips to help you capture clear, creative, and memorable images. This is a 7-week class.

Instructor Bio:  Dee La Garde an enthusiastic traveler and photographer, I have spent years capturing landscapes, cities, wildlife, and everyday moments during my travels around the World. While starting with a Canon Camera for years, I now just use my iPhone. I enjoy sharing simple tips and tools that help others gain confidence. 

Course Description:  An overview of the Bible, Genesis to Revelation, with emphasis on end time events. How did we get the Bible? Many relevant topics, including Archaeology, Modern Science and the Bible. Is the Bible relevant to today? What does the Bible tell us about the future? What does the Bible say about UFOs and other life in the universe?

Instructor Bio:  Dr. Ron Weiss earned graduate degrees in Biology, Education, Marine Science, Business, Marketing, Wildlife Management, Archeology and Anthropology

Course Description:  Want to try a fun project and learn some quilting skills?  We will be using easy piecing grids to make a giant bow that will dress up any holiday door!  We’ll be using our classroom BERNINA machines to stitch up this project. This is a 7-week class with a $50 supply fee.

Instructor Bio:  Karol Pittsenberger has been sewing since elementary school – learning from her mother and two older sisters. Starting with doll clothes, then moving on to make her own clothes and then wedding dresses for friends!  At some point, she switched to pillows, drapes, and home décor. In 2015, before leaving on a cruise, a quilting friend asked her to pick up interesting patterns and fabric from quilt shops in Alaska.  She obliged by getting one for her friend, and one for herself!  That was it, she fell in love with the fabrics and designs but didn’t know how to put them together until she took a quilting class at Stitcher’s Quest. This is a 7-week class. There is a $50 class fee.

Additional Notes:  

This is a 7-week class meeting, September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 13, 20 and 27. A class fee of $50 which is payable at the first class to cover supplies. Students should bring:  Fabric scissors, thread snips, seam ripper, fabric marking pens, pins, 6” ruler, 2 dz Wonder Clips, crafters project box (suggested 14”x14”x2”).

Course Description:  Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that's now used for stress reduction and a variety of other health conditions. Often described as meditation in motion, tai chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements.

Instructor Bio:  Kevin Mathis and his whole family have been teaching Martial Arts in Fort Walton Beach for over 35 years. Kevin is a 9th degree black belt and has traveled & taught all over the world.

Course Description:  This course includes Anne Frank’s diary and other writings. This is a 6-week class.

Instructor Bio:  Pam is a retired, secondary language arts/history teacher who was a Mandel Teacher Fellow at the US Holocaust Memorial Museum. 

Notes:  This is a 6-week class meeting, September 8, 15, 22, 29 October 6 and 13. The teacher will provide books for the course.

Course Description:  Forgot the rules to an old favorite? Ready to learn a new card game? Whether you're a seasoned veteran or the next rookie on deck, you will learn the rules and tips you need to master six different card games while connecting with old friends and making new ones. This will be a six-week course.

Instructor Bio:  Dolores Noechel is a former Ruckel math teacher, OCSD Instructional Technology and Media Services Specialist, and Assistant Principal at Fort Walton Beach High School.