SPECIAL INTEREST

Brown Bag Book Discussion

with Jan Isenhour, Former Carnegie Center Executive Director

WINTER: Thursdays, January 19-March 8; SPRING: Thursdays, April 12-May 31 Free

An informal discussion group focusing on literature by and about women. Be prepared to buy or check out from the library the works selected. Contact jisenhour@carnegiecenterlex.org for an updated reading list.

GRE Preparation

with Elise Mandel
Choose one or both; however, at this time we are only accepting registration for the Winter Session

Winter SESSION: Wednesdays, January 11-25

, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, $45

Spring Session: Wednesdays, April 4-18

, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, $45

This affordable review will help you begin studying for the GRE and hold you accountable. We’ll work sample math problems, review test-taking strategies, and make your vocabulary more precise. Required text: The New GRE:2011-2012: Strategies, Practice, Review (ISBN: 978 16 07148487). Purchase on your own, or tell us at time of registration if you’d like to purchase a copy from the
instructor on the first day ($22).

Community Yoga

with Laura Whitaker, Carnegie Center Program Director & Registered Yoga Teacher
Choose one or both; however, at this time we are only accepting registration for the Winter Session

WINTER: Fridays, January 20-February 24; SPRING: Fridays, April 6-May 11
9:00-10:00 am $50

What better way to start your Friday than with a yoga practice that both relaxes and invigorates? Writers, artists, and professionals—maximize your wellness to help maximize your creativity and productivity. We’ll stretch, strengthen, balance, and flow, preparing you for a day of work on the computer or a weekend of play and traveling. This is an all levels yoga class. Beginners
welcome.

Monthly Book Discussion

with Alan Church

Fourth Wednesday of Every Month (January-May), 5:30 pm-7:00 pm Free

Join us for discussion of contempotary and classic novels as well as nonfiction, plays, and poetry chosen by the group. For current selections or more information, contact Alan at church11@webtv.net or 859-254-5649.

Calligraphy

Wednesdays, April 25 & May 2, 5:30-7:30 pm $24

Would you like to save money on wedding invitations without sacrificing elegance? Are you sending out graduation or other announcements? Learn the basics of calligraphy, including design, spacing, card creation, monograms, and more! Felt-tip pens available for purchase from instructor.

Gourmet Learning Series
Sponsored by Whole Foods Market

In our Gourmet Learning Series, you’ll eat lunch while you learn! Join us for a great professional development opportunity. Pre-registration required. Box lunches are provided to all pre-registered participants (must register 48 hours in advance to guarantee a lunch). Lunch provided by our sponsor, Whole Foods. See what we’re dishing out this winter & spring!

Grantwriting

with Jennifer Mattox, Carnegie Center Development Director

Friday, February 17, Noon-1:30 pm
$45(includes lunch)

Writing a grant (or learning where to find one) can be daunting, but it doesn’t need to be. Learn the basics about grant research, how to write a grant, what to include in your proposal and project budgets, the do’s and don’ts of grant writing, and more! This class is geared toward grantwriting for non-profit
organizations and artists.

Cause Marketing

with Jessica Mohler, Carnegie Center Marketing & Communications Director

Friday, March 23, Noon-1:30 pm
$45 (includes lunch)

It is hard to market your worthy cause when there isn’t any money to do it. There is no better time than the current economic climate to seek sponsorships and partnerships within your community, non-profit and corporate alike. Learn how to communicate the value of cause marketing and offer social validation at the same time. And, corporate big-wigs, listen up. This class is for you, too. Find out how your marketing dollars can create a more vibrant economy and directly contribute to community building.

5 Tips for Better Writing

with Neil Chethik, Carnegie Center Executive Director

Friday, April 27, Noon-1:30 pm
$45 (includes lunch)

Join Carnegie Center Director Neil Chethik (author of FatherLoss and VoiceMale) for a lively lesson in how to take your writing to the next level quickly. We’ll focus on how to write crisp, clean, energetic sentences that capture the reader’s attention. Whether you’re writing for fun or for business, you’ll leave this workshop with tools for success and a greater sense of confidence.