Bloomington CE Winter/Spring 2026

ADULT PROGRAMS | HOBBIES AND SPECIAL INTERESTS

HOBBIES AND SPECIAL INTERESTS GETTING A PUPPY

LADIES NIGHT: PERSONAL SAFETY & SELF-DEFENSE (WOMEN ONLY, 15+) Empower yourself with this women-only personal safety seminar focused on awareness, boundary setting, and risk avoidance. Learn practical, high-impact “stun-and- run” techniques for escape, plus vital information on dating safety and pepper spray deployment. Participants under 18 need parental consent when registering.

Ready to bring a bundle of fluffy chaos home? We’re here to be your ultimate guide! Get ready for the insider info you need to navigate the wild world of puppy parenthood. We’ll cover everything from picking the perfect breed and the must-knows of vaccines and medications to essential training tips and crafting a top-notch diet. Consider this your roadmap to raising a happy, healthy dog! Instructor: Dr. Alyssa LaSart & Dr. Tae Martin, from France Avenue Pet Hospital Location: CEC 237 5510-W1 1 Session: $20 Tuesday, February 10  | 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. 5510-W3 1 Session: $20 Tuesday, March 3  | 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. 5510-S1 1 Session: $20 Tuesday, April 30  | 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Instructor: Brent E Fox Location: CEC 236/237 3548-W2

1 Session: $39

Friday, January 9  | 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. 3548-W6

1 Session: $39

Friday, April 10  | 7:00 – 9:30 p.m. PERSONAL SAFETY & SELF-DEFENSE WORKSHOP This four-hour personal safety and self-defense workshop empowers men and women with essential awareness, de-escalation, and boundary-setting skills. Learn simple, high-impact physical escape techniques and master the effective use of pepper spray as a non- lethal tool. Walk away feeling confident and prepared! Instructor: Brent E Fox 3548-W3 1 Session: $99 Saturday, February 21  | 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. Location: JAC Dance Studio 3548-W4 1 Session: $99 Saturday, March 7  | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Location: VVM 126 PRESERVING MEMORIES: MASTERING PHOTO ORGANIZATION & SHARING IN THE DIGITAL AGE Finally get your photos organized and accessible in seconds! This class addresses the unique digital and physical photo needs of Millennials, GenX, and Baby Boomers, covering AI, cloud storage, digitizing, and restoration of prints, slides, and videos. Stop imagining; make your organized photo reality! Instructor: Kathy Povolny 5508-S1 1 Session: $25 Monday, April 6  | 6:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Location: CEC 229

MEN’S AND WOMEN’S PERSONAL SAFETY SEMINAR WITH PEPPER SPRAY LESSON This proactive safety seminar focuses on essential knowledge, awareness, and de-escalation strategies, without physical training. Learn to recognize high- risk situations, improve home and travel safety, set boundaries, and master the legal and effective use of pepper spray. Become aware, prepared, and confident.

Instructor: Brent E Fox Location: CEC 236/237 3548-W1

1 Session: $29

Thursday, January 8  | 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. 3548-W5 Thursday, April 9  | 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

1 Session: $29

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