Adventures in Lifelong Learning | First United Methodist Church

Adventures in Lifelong Learning (ALL)

Classes start September 1 and end September 24.

Adventures in Lifelong Learning (ALL) is an outreach ministry sponsored by the Senior Adult Ministry of FUMC. “ALL” provides opportunities for community members to take part in a variety of four-week courses led by professionals covering a wide range of topics.

Each course is $25 for four-weeks, one hour per week class. Some courses have an additional fee for supplies or books.

Programs are geared towards those age 50+, but we welcome people of all ages to participate. There are no tests, homework, or quizzes. “ALL” is a continuing education program whose participants come from diverse backgrounds, but share a common belief that lifelong learning is a great way to engage the intellect for the pure joy of learning and to develop new friends and lasting relationships.

Registration is required for participation. Register through the form below or at the church office.

Payment is due by August 25. Submit your check, made payable to FUMC, with “ALL” noted on the memo with your registration to the church office at:

Cookeville First UMC
165 E. Broad St.
Cookeville TN 38501

See the information below for classes and to sign up! You can download the brochure HERE.

Mah Jongg for Beginners

Led by Shawna Peace
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Freeman Bldg, B012

American Mah Jongg is a 4-person game of skill and chance played with tiles. This class is for the beginner who has never played Mah Jongg nor had a Mah Jongg class. All classes are cumulative and build on the preceding class lesson and are, therefore, mandatory.

Requires a separate $15 fee paid to the instructor the first day of class for the National Mah Jongg League Mah Jongg card.

Maximum Participants: 8

iPhone and Apple Watch

Led by Bob Rice
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.
Freeman Bld., B210

Delve into your iPhone’s many features! Discover new features and become even more efficient at the features you already know and love. Many tips and tricks along with instructions on how to take pictures and organize your photos better. You must have an iPhone 12 or higher and know your Apple password.

Maximum 16 participants.

Improve Balance and Prevent Falls

Led by Rolando Cruz
Tuesdays, 1 p.m.
Freeman Bldg, B214

Falls are not an inevitable part of getting older! Join us for a practical and informative presentation on balance, fall prevention, and staying active and independent as we age.

Drawing on 38+ years of experience as a physical therapist, our speaker/teacher will discuss factors that can affect balance and teach simple strategies you can do to reduce your risk of falling.

Maximum Participants: 20

Religion: Similarities and Differences

Weekly Guest Leaders
Tuesdays, 3:00 p.m.
Freeman Bldg, Rm B210

Enjoy hearing from a different speaker each week of the series:

Episcopal: Mother TJ
Greek Orthodox: Dr. Nick and Barbara Demas
Lutheran: Deacon Sandye Fletcher
TBA

Maximum Participants: 30

Intermediate Pickleball

Led by Angie Edgington and Mindy Odom
Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m.
Freeman Bldg Gym

Pickleball for Intermediate level players (Level 2.0-3.0). This group will meet September 1, 15, 22, and 29.

Maximum Participants: 16

Painting with Acrylic

Led by Adrienne Stone
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.
Off Campus

This is a fun beginner friendly class with dozens of paintings to choose from to inspire you. Adrienne will do a demonstration, then you can paint what she paints or choose your own subject!

Charge for supplies: $25

Maximum participants: 8

Grilling Class

Led by Chef Chad Combs
Wednesdays, 5 p.m.
Off Campus

Chef Chad Combs shares his passion for food and cooking. His knowledge of grilling will provide the class with instructions on how to prepare many recipes on the grill.

Maximum 16 participants
Additional fee: $10 each for food supplies!

Line Dancing

Led by Ingryd Marie Nordquist
Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sanctuary Bldg, Jeff Wall Hall

Improve your memory, coordination, fitness and have fun with others, all at the same time. Learn basic, easy to follow routines in a supportive setting focusing on the fundamental steps and terminology to build confidence to dance socially. Class meets September 3, 17, and 24 (no class on the 10th).Maximum Participants: 30