Tuesday, January 25, 2011

At the Renaissance Academy in February in Punta Gorda

The Renaissance Academy at Herald's Court in Punta Gorda has just announced February classes:

Wednesday, February 9
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.




Put a Spark into Your Relationship

After the initial glow of a relationship fades - as it will - learn how to live together happily. Learn how to handle the challenges of a relationship and how to take your relationship from the mundane to the spectacular. 

Instructor: Ms. Barbara Pierce

Course Fee: $150125    The Battle of Gettysburg




Monday, February 14

10:00 - 11:30 a.m.







Transformation of Panama and the Panama Canal 





The former Chairman of the Panama Canal Commission offers a fascinating look at the history - and future - of Panama and the Panama Canal. Christopher Columbus, gold seekers, France's doomed failure, Teddy Roosevelt, and even China will be among the history and topics discussed. Finally, the lecture covers the transformation of Panama during eighteen years of democracy, while looking forward to the future of one of the most important global passages in the world's economy.




Instructor: Mr. Robert McMillan




Course Fee: $15

The Battle of Gettysburg will examine the events leading up to the battle:
The individuals who played a major role
Descriptions of the combat
The results of the engagement

The lecture will be enlivened by role playing.

Instructor: Mr. Joel Barnum

Course Fee: $15

Tuesday, February 15
10-11:30 a.m.


Discover the value of simplicity in life, by using the Costa Rican culture as a template. Examining life-style influences from the passing of Tiquicia in 1979 to the present, and how they have managed to attract an increasing number of U.S. expiates. We will venture into the complex world of a highly diverse environment and discuss Costa Rica's ability to engender simplicity and perhaps discover a great place to retire!

Instructor: Mr. Rex Govorchin

Course Fee: $15

Monday, February 21
10-11:30 a.m.

Critical Choices at the End of Life

This course is designed to discuss with family and loved ones, what to do when serious illness strikes. How to use Hospice care if you become terminal? How to handle the hastening of death when all else fails? It will also touch on how a person suffering from an irreversible illness and unbearable pain can choose a peaceful and painless death at the time and place of their own choosing.

Instructor:Mr.Frank Kavanaugh

Course Fee: $15
Tuesday, February 22
 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.


Unlocking Your Hidden Powers

The power to heal, cope, prosper and experience true happiness (even in these difficult times) lies within each of us. Unfortunately, many people do not understand the nature of this power or how to use it for personal empowerment and freedom. This course is intended to provide attendees with the elements or keys that have helped millions of people understand, develop and use their hidden powers to prosper, find true happiness and live healthy lives.

Instructor: Gregory Whyte

Course Fee: $15

Wednesday, February 23

10-11:30 a.m.

The Assassination of JFK -- Who, Why and How?

The events and historical context of the events surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy will be explored. The question of who wanted JFK dead will be examined and the instructor will recreate that historical day in Dallas. A research copy of the Abraham Zapruder film will be discussed. The who, why and how of the assassination is at the heart of the lecture. Time will be given for Q & A.

Instructor: Mr. Jack Rabito

Course Fee: $15

Also interactive Spanish classes start February 16.

For more information:  Phone: (941) 505-0130
or  www.fgcu.edu/hcc

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