Enjoy some easy and some more challenging trails in and around Austin (several may not be within the city limits). Participants should be able to walk several miles at a medium steady pace. Wear shoes and clothing appropriate for the weather. Bring water. Hiking poles or walking sticks will be recommended for some of the trails. A list of 8 hikes, leaders, and more information will be provided before the first meeting. Everyone will need a car or other transportation. Limit 25.

Wendy Otsuka and Astrid Kaufman, Coordinators
9:30—11:30 A.M. Monday, Starts Sept. 14
For the first class, meet at Mueller Redevelopment District Road
1550 Mueller Central Dr. (78723) 
Gather at the Mueller Hangar
Google GPS Coordinates: 30.296983, -97.707468

The object of this course is to get your family/personal stories on paper. Studies have shown that most family stories fade beyond two generations. Our lives are filled with funny, poignant, sad, spiritual, and meaningful stories. You have stories only you can write. Most of us have wished we could ask about our families, but there's no one left to ask. Leave that written legacy for others and save them that frustration. They will thank you for it. There is no instruction, but we will discuss stories and the process of writing—don’t worry, it's painless. Each member should expect to write one story each week and read it to the class. Listening to the stories of others frequently sparks memories of our own, which we can add to our list of stories to write. At the end of the semester, we will produce a class book to which I encourage you to contribute your stories. Need more info? Email gayleopie7@gmail.com or call 512-704-6558 and leave a message with name and phone number. Limit 12.

Gayle Opie, Facilitator
9:45 A.M.—12:15 P.M. Monday, Starts Sept. 14
Unity Church of Austin
5501 West US Hwy 290 (78735)

This class takes off from basics to cover more in-depth knowledge about phones, tablets and PCs. It is recommended for students who have completed FROM PCs TO PHONES AND MORE—SIMPLE ADVICE ABOUT YOUR ELECTRONIC DEVICES or those who use technology daily. Is artificial intelligence, smart fitness trackers, organizing your desktop, or when to buy new devices on your mind? We can discuss these and other advanced topics identified by a short student survey. The instructor uses real-life examples of tech problems and solutions. Limit 20.

Linda Gibson
10:00—Noon Monday, Starts Sept. 14
Violet Crown City Church
1300 Morrow Street (78757)

The Zentangle® Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns one pen stroke at a time. No drawing skills are required. This class will take a craft-oriented approach, working on a different project during each class. Although this class is specifically organized for a student new to Zentangle®, experienced students are also welcome. The instructor is a Certified Zentangle® Teacher. Please bring supply fee of $20 to the first class. Contact the instructor at pat@tittizer.us for more information. Limit 15.

Pat Tittizer
10:00—Noon Monday, Starts Sept. 14
United Christian Church
3500 W. Parmer Lane (78727)

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In this intermediate course for people who have played before and want to improve their bidding and play-of-the-hand, you will learn to play better bridge. This is a learn-by-doing class. You will play a lot of practice hands, each focused on some features of the "Standard American" system as taught in American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) classes and used by most players today. The content will be tailored to the skill level of the students attending. Limit 20.

Jack Graham
10:00—Noon Monday, Starts Sept. 14
The Church at Highland Park, Burchette Room
5206 Balcones Drive (78731)

This course is conducted entirely in Spanish and is designed for persons with proficiency in the language. The first hour includes student presentations, followed by discussions to include questions and answers about grammar, vocabulary, and the presentations. The second hour of class is dedicated to small group discussions of the reading for the week. This course is integrated with an ongoing year-long Spanish program. This semester the class will read Persona Normal by Benito Taibo. Both paperback and Kindle editions of the book are available on Amazon.com. Limit 30.

Rosa Zúñiga
10:00—Noon Monday, Starts Sept. 14
Triumphant Love Lutheran Church, Upper Room
9508 Great Hills Trail (78759)