Adult ESOL Classes

Tuesdays & Thursdays (through May)

Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels. Come and improve your English speaking, writing, reading and listening skills. Beginner level classes meet on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 12-2 pm. Intermediate and Advanced level classes meet on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9-11 am. For more information and to register, please contact Maria Broeckel, 614.259.5296, maria.broeckel@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Email: maria.broeckel@viney... Activity #: ESOL	Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Fee: None Location: Check schedule for location. Phone #: 614-259-5296 Notes: See description for times. Check schedule for location.

Career Clinic

3rd Mondays, or by appt

The Vineyard Career Clinic offers one-on-one employment coaching. We offer guidance such as resume writing, preparing for your interview, and understanding how to set up an effective job search. The clinic is open on the third Monday of each month, 6:30-8:30 pm, or contact us for an appointment. For more information, contact Bill Canonico, 614-259-5506 or bill.canonico@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Email: bill.canonico@vineya... Activity #: career_clinic Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Days: 3rd Mondays of each month Fee: None Location: Check schedule Phone #: 614.259.5506 Notes: Ongoing. If you prefer, call for an appointment.

Chosen4Love (adoption/foster parenting)

3rd Thursdays

Chosen 4 Love is a community of families with a passion for adoption, foster care. We serve as a resource for adoptive families and for people who are considering becoming foster or adoptive parents. This group meets monthly (with childcare - $3 per child/$5 per family) for fellowship, sharing, prayer and periodic guest speakers, at 6:45 pm the 3rd Thursday of each month at Vineyard Community Center. (Please check schedule for location.) We welcome any families who are interested in growing in greater community and relationship with others. For more information, please contact Julie Pierce, 614-781-0392, jasandjul95@netscape.com or Peggy Steinbower, 614-890-4799, chucklipeg@sbcglobal.net.

NOTE: We will not be meeting in July or August.

Instructor: Jason and Julie Pierce Email: jasandjul95@netscape... Activity #: chosen_4_love Time: 6:45 pm - 8:30 pm	Days: 3rd Thursdays Fee: None Location: Check schedule for location. Phone #: 614.781.0392

Detox, Going Green & Getting Lean

July 20

Detox your body from harmful toxins. Learn about food ingredients, pesticides, hormones, and genetically engineered foods. Understand what foods ae "organic" and where to buy them. Learn about foods that boost the metabolism, cleanse the digestive system and many other key factors to staying healthy and lean. For more information, contact Shirley, wild4betterhealth@gmail.com, 614.405.1471.

Instructor: Shirley Ellis Email: wild4betterhealth@gm... Activity #: SP-10239-2 Date(s): 7/20/2013 - 7/20/2013 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm	Days: Saturdays Fee: None Location: CC.210 Max: 25 Phone #: 614.405.1471

Estate Planning

April 29 - Registration required

Increase your knowledge of estate planning, to wisely make plans to protect and provide for family members, and minimize transfer costs. Practical and spiritual aspects of arranging one's affairs, including wills, trusts, health care documents, probate and philantropic planning will be covered. For more information, contact Kent, kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Instructor: Kent Irwin Email: kent.irwin@vineyardc... Activity #: SP-10256-2 Date(s): 4/29/2013 - 4/29/2013 Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm	Days: Monday Fee: None Location: CC.202 Max: 50 Notes: Please pre-register.

Home Buyer Education Workshops

Saturdays, July 6 & 13

Are you thinking about buying a home? Want to know more? Then, now is the time to attend the FREE Home Buyer Education Workshop, because knowledge is power and it is the best way to get accurate information about the advantages of owning your own home and how to get it done.

Workshop topics included are:

The pros and cons of buying vs. renting.
The home buying process...am I ready?
Do I qualify for a home loan?
How much home can I afford?
The importance of credit and budgeting.
Lenders and types of home mortgages.
How a Realtor can help at no cost to you.
The best ways to shop for the right home.
How much is the home really worth?
Making an offer to purchase and negotiating price.
Home inspections and homeowners insurance.
The closing process and home maintenance.

This 2-part workshop is offered July 6 and July 13, 9 am to 1:30 pm at Vineyard Community Center.

Participants who attend the workshop and a one-on-one meeting with a Homeport (by the Columbus Housing Partnership) counselor will receive a Certificate of Completion, which is required for some down payment assistance programs.

For more information, or to register, contact Tom Schuler at tom@torec.biz, or call 614.439.5278.

Instructor: Homeport Email: tom@torec.biz Activity #: SU-4335 Date(s): 7/6/2013 - 7/13/2013 Time: 9:00 am - 1:30 pm	Days: Saturdays Fee: None Location: Check schedule Max: 60 Phone #: 614.439.5278 Notes: To attend, please contact Tom Schuler.

Hormone Balance made Simple for Ladies

June 15

This class is offered three separate times. This is a fun and educational class for ladies, 18-80! Got low sex drive, insomnia, hair loss, tummy fat, irregular cycles, unexplained aggression or facial hair? You may have many of the 80+ symptoms of hormone imbalance. Come learn the basics, why it happens and what you can do about it naturally. Whacked out hormones and a sense of humor welcome! This class is FREE. For more information, contact Shirley, wild4betterhealth@gmail.com, 614.405.1471.

Instructor: Shirley Ellis Email: wild4betterhealth@gm... Activity #: SP-10239-4 Date(s): 6/15/2013 - 6/15/2013 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm	Days: Saturday Fee: None Location: CC.210 Max: 25 Phone #: 614-405-1471

How2Become1 - Premarital Classes

Begins June 22
Open to all committed dating relationships, couples considering engagement and engaged couples! Come learn about how to have the kind of marriage God intended. (Required for those getting married at Vineyard Columbus, but open to all.) Cost is $25 per person with some scholarships available. Pre-registration and a completed application is required. Contact Mindy Layman, 614.259.5365, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org to register, or for more information.

Email: mindy.layman@vineyar... Activity #: how_2_premarital Date(s): 6/22/2013 - 7/27/2013 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm	Days: Saturdays Fee: $25.00 Location: Check schedule Phone #: 614-259-5365 Notes: Please register by contacting Mindy Layman.

I Can Learn Spanish! (Yo Aprendo Espanol)

Begins June 17

This course is designed for anyone who needs to communicate regularly with Latino speakers. The goal is to have new experiences to learn the language and overcome cultural barriers. The students are not required to have Spanish language basics. For more information, contact Patricia, teacherdeespanol@gmail.com.

Instructor: Patricia Ruiz Email: teacherdeespanol@gma... Activity #: SU-10203 Date(s): 6/17/2013 - 8/7/2013 Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm	Days: Mondays & Wednesdays Fee: $15.00 Location: CC.211 Max: 14 Notes: No class 7/3.

Intro to MS Office & LibreOffice

Begins April 16
Introductory class. This class, for beginners, will be a first introduction to the subject matter and supposes familiarity with the basics of computer use. It is best for those new to office suite applications or those planning to return to the workforce. You will receive hands-on, practical experience to the core applications in Microsoft Office and LibreOffice, along with a quick overview of the applications in both. A fundamental understanding of each program will be gained, expanding your abilities with office suite programs. This course will cover:

Word/Writer: basics of creating, naming, editing and printing documents. Learning formatting, margin setting, cutting, copying and pasting in word processing documents.
Excel/Calc: learn to create a spreadsheets with formulas and graphs.
PowerPoint/Impress: how to use presentation software and secrets to create dynamic, attention-grabbing slide shows.
Access/Base: basic database design and templates provided by Microsoft.

Toward the end of this class you will be shown how to integrate the packages together. We will also discuss Windows file management, virus protection, and data encryption to keep yourself and your computer files organized and secure.

LibreOffice is a free and open source office suite, similar to MS Office, having the ability to open and even edit Microsoft Office documents.

Cost for this class is $15. Please pre-register as class size is limited. For more information about this class, contact Odean, ogoforth@gmail.com.

Instructor: Odean Goforth Email: ogoforth@gmail.com Ages: 18 & Up Activity #: SP-7025 Date(s): 4/16/2013 - 6/18/2013 Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm	Days: Tuesdays Fee: $15.00 Location: CC.205 - Computer Lab Max: 9 Notes: Please pre-register as class size is limited.

Journey to Oneness

Begins August 6

Journey to Oneness introduces couples to the concept of achieving harmony, chemistry, and synergy in their relationship by sharing with one another the values taught in class. These shared values will allow couples to overcome obstacles that could otherwise impede their dreams. By attending this class, you will be eligible to participate in Begin Again, Crisis Marriage Restoration Plan, or be coached by a married couple. This class will encourage and equip you to honor God in your marriage. Pre-registration is required. Contact Rebekah Mongeau, 614-259-5390, rebekah.mongeau@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Email: rebekah.mongeau@vine... Activity #: journey_to_oneness Date(s): 8/6/2013 - 8/27/2013 Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm	Days: Tuesdays Fee: None Location: Check Schedule Phone #: 614-259-5390 Notes: Please contact Rebekah to register.

More4Orphans Monthly Meeting

2nd Mondays

More4Orphans is a call to the church and community to do more to care for the world's orphans, an estimated 143 million helpless and vulnerable children. If you have a heart for orphans, please join us as we pool our unique talents and resources to do more. Contact Julie Pierce, 614-781-0392, contact more4orphans@gmail.com for more information.

Email: more4orphans@gmail.com Activity #: orphan_monthly_meeting Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm	Days: 2nd Monday of each month Fee: None Location: CC.203 Notes: This group meets on the 2nd Monday of each month.

Parent Seminar

June 17

Childcare available (ages 1 and up) for $3 per child or $5 per family if registered. For more information, go to vineyardcolumbus.org, keyword: parent seminar or contact Rebekah Mongeau, 614.259.5390, rebekah.mongeau@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Email: rebekah.mongeau@vine... Activity #: parent seminar Date(s): 6/17/2013 - 6/17/2013 Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm	Days: Monday Fee: None Phone #: 614.259.5390

Retirement Planning

Begins June 3 - Registration required

Increase your knowledge of the key spiritual, emotional and financial issues for those retiring within the next ten years or who have recently retired. This is a free class. You will receive extensive information to aid in your planning. Meets three Mondays; June 3, June 10 and June 17 from 7-9 pm at Vineyard Columbus. Please pre-register. For more information, contact kent, kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Instructor: Kent Irwin Email: kent.irwin@vineyardc... Activity #: SP-10256-1 Date(s): 6/3/2013 - 6/17/2013 Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm	Days: Mondays Fee: None Location: EL Rooms 2 & 3 Max: 50 Notes: Please pre-register

Blueprints for the Family: Foundations for Parenting

Begins July 11

Do you believe that parenting is a sacred endeavor? What if God isn't as concerned about us raising perfect children as He is about us becoming more like Him? These consecutive classes are designed to encourage parents to walk faithfully with God as they parent their children. Pre-registration is required online at www.vineyardcolumbus.org.

Childcare is available (ages 1 and up) for $3 per child or $5 per family, per week if registered by January 8. Contact Mindy Layman, 614-259-5365, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org to register or for more information.

Email: mindy.layman@vineyar... Ages: 18 & Up Activity #: blueprints_foundations Date(s): 7/11/2013 - 7/25/2013 Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm	Days: Tuesdays Fee: None Phone #: 614-259-5365 Notes: Please register by contacting Mindy Layman.

Career Network

2nd Mondays

A networking and discussion group for job seekers. Featuring guest speakers on a variety of topics. Meet with others to learn, to build confidence, focus your direction and to network. We meet on the 2nd Monday of each month from 6:30-8:30pm. For more information, contact Bill Canonico, 614-259-5506 or bill.canonico@vineyardcolumbus.org..

Email: bill.canonico@vineya... Activity #: career_network Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Days: 2nd Mondays Fee: None Location: Check schedule Phone #: 614.259.5506 Notes: ongoing.

Detox, Going Green & Getting Lean

May 18

This class is offered two separate times. Detox your body from harmful toxins. Learn about food ingredients, pesticides, hormones, and genetically engineered foods. Understand what foods ae "organic" and where to buy them. Learn about foods that boost the metabolism, cleanse the digestive system and many other key factors to staying healthy and lean. For more information, contact Shirley, wild4betterhealth@gmail.com, 614.405.1471.

Instructor: Shirley Ellis Email: wild4betterhealth@gm... Activity #: SP-10239-1 Date(s): 5/18/2013 - 5/18/2013 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm	Days: Saturdays Fee: None Location: CC.210 Max: 25 Phone #: 614.405.1471

English as a Second Language

Daytime & Evening Classes, ongoing through May

Free English classes for adult learners of English of all nationalities.

Daytime classes meet on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 10-11:30 am.

Evening classes meet on Tuesdays from 7-9pm (through May).

NOTE: Childcare is available for evening classes only.

Students are encouraged to purchase a textbook. No need to pre-register. Registration takes place in class when you arrive. There is no cost for these classes. Contact Janara Walker, 614.259.5369, janara.walker@vineyardcolumbus.org for more information.

Instructor: Various instructors Email: janara.walker@vineya... Ages: 18 & Up Activity #: esl_classes	Days: Mon, Wed, Fri (days) Tue (eves) Fee: None Location: Community Center - check schedule for location. Phone #: 614.259.5369 Notes: NOTE: Childcare is available for evening classes only.

GED Classes - Tuesdays & Thursdays

Daytime & Evening

Our GED preparation classes provide individual tutoring and classroom instruction for all students. Our classes are FREE and open to everyone! Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Daytime classes are from 9-11:30 am, and 12-2 pm. Evening classes are from 6-8:30 pm. New Student Orientations will take place April 9 (during classes) and May 7 (during evening class only). NOTE: The official GED test will be changing in 2014. In order to take the 2013 GED test, students should plan to register for one of our Spring sessions. For more information and to register, contact Maria Broeckel, 614.259.5296 or maria.broeckel@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Email: maria.broeckel@viney... Activity #: ged Time: See description	Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Fee: None Location: Check Schedule Phone #: 614.259.5296 Notes: Contact Maria to register or for more information.

Homeschool Gym Time

Begins April 26

For ages 5-16. Come join us for Homeschool Gym Time! While classes are held in the gym, the playground is available for younger siblings of participants and their parents. Six week sessions with classes assigned by age. Please email Chris Quickert for class ages and times as well as cost. chris@thehomeschoolgym.com. Discounts for additional siblings. Maximum 20 students.

Instructor: Chris Quickert Email: chris@thehomeschoolg... Activity #: home_school_gym Date(s): 4/26/2013 - 5/31/2013 Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm	Days: Fridays Fee: None Location: Community Center Gym & Playground Max: 20 Phone #: 614-891-4002 Notes: Contact Chris Quickert for more information.

Hormone Balance made Simple for Ladies

August 17

Instructor: Shirley Ellis Email: wild4betterhealth@gm... Activity #: SP-10239-5 Date(s): 8/17/2013 - 8/17/2013 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm	Days: Saturday Fee: None Location: CC.210 Max: 25 Phone #: 614-405-1471

How2Become1 - Stepfamily Premarital Classes

Begins June 22

Open to all singles, dating and engaged couples who will be creating a stepfamily! If you would like to create a plan for marital and step-family success, we can help. (Required for those getting married at Vineyard Columbus, but open to all.) Cost is $25 per person with some scholarships available. Pre-registration and a completed application is required. Contact Mindy Layman to register, 614-259-5365, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org or for more information.

Email: mindy.layman@vineyar... Activity #: stepfamily Date(s): 6/22/2013 - 7/27/2013 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm	Days: Saturdays Fee: $25.00 Location: Check Schedule. Phone #: 614-259-5365 Notes: Must pre-register by contacting Mindy Layman.

Intermediate Word - Level 2

Begins May 11

Intermediate class with a more in-depth review of the subject. This class will assume some use of the topics covered before, and is for people who have a basic understanding of Microsoft Word. The class will cover adding page numbers, headers, and footers, keyboard shortcuts, using tables, creating and updating table of contents and other items. This will be an interactive class. If you wish, bring any projects and/or samples to class with you and we will discuss them. For more information about this class, contact Dave, dutchman229@gmail.com.

Instructor: Dave Holland Email: dutchman229@gmail.com Activity #: SP-10029-2 Date(s): 5/11/2013 - 6/1/2013 Time: 9:30 am - 12:00 pm	Days: Saturdays Fee: $15.00 Location: CC.205 - Computer Lab Max: 8 Notes: Pre-registration required. Class size is limited to 8.

Journey to Oneness

Begins June 4

Email: rebekah.mongeau@vine... Activity #: journey_to_oneness Date(s): 6/4/2013 - 5/25/2013 Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm	Days: Tuesdays Fee: None Location: Check Schedule Phone #: 614-259-5390 Notes: Please contact Rebekah to register.

Marriage Seminar

Bi-Monthly

Childcare available (ages 1 and up) for $3 per child or $5 per family, if registered. For more information, go to vineyardcolumbus.org, keyword: marriage seminar or contact Rebekah Mongeau, 614.259.5390, rebekah.mongeau@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Email: rebekah.mongeau@vine... Activity #: marriage	Fee: None

On-Line Job Search Sessions

Mondays, ongoing

We gather in the Computer Lab, room CC.205, on the 2nd floor of Vineyard Community Center. There are 18 pc's with Internet access. It's a great time to work on your job search in the company of others who are going through similar experiences, in a less isolated environment. You can work on your job search, ask questions, share ideas and pray with someone, if you'd like. And, there's free coffee!

Please feel free to drop in for all or any part of the time. For more information, contact Bill Canonico, 614-259-5506, bill.canonico@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Instructor: Bill Canonico Email: bill.canonico@vineya... Activity #: on_line_job_search Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am	Days: Mondays Fee: None Location: Rm CC.205 - Computer Lab - 2nd floor Phone #: 614.259.5506 Notes: Ongoing.

Performance Poetry Workshop

Begins May 22

For ages 14 and up. This six-week workshop will focus on developing fundamental poetry writing skills, expanding creative concepts and the art of performing poetry. Forms covered: preformance poetry, spoken word and slam poetry. This class is held on Wednesdays. Come whenever you can! For more information, contact Kyla, kyla.young@vineyardcolumbus.org, 937.674.4810.

Instructor: Kyla Morgan Young Email: kyla.young@vineyardc... Ages: Ages 14 & Up Activity #: SP-1234 Date(s): 5/22/2013 - 6/26/2013 Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm	Days: Wednesdays Fee: None Location: CC.101 Max: 25 Phone #: 937-674-4810 Notes: Plrease pre-register.

Single Moms' Connection

2nd Fridays

Are you a single mom trying to find something that both you and your kids can enjoy? Please join us on the 2nd Friday of each month for a free dinner, free childcare (12 months and older) and an opportunity to connect with other moms. Please register in advance by contacting Liz Ward, liz.ward@vineyardcolumbus.org, 614.259.5335. NOTE: We will not be meeting in March.

Email: liz.ward@vineyardcol... Ages: Adults & Children 12 months and older Activity #: single_moms Time: 6:15 pm - 9:00 pm	Days: 2nd Friday of each month Fee: None Location: Check Schedule Phone #: 614.259.5335 Notes: Please pre-register by contacting Liz Ward.

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Adult ESOL Classes

Career Clinic

Chosen4Love (adoption/foster parenting)

Detox, Going Green & Getting Lean

Estate Planning

Home Buyer Education Workshops

Hormone Balance made Simple for Ladies

How2Become1 - Premarital Classes

I Can Learn Spanish! (Yo Aprendo Espanol)

Intro to MS Office & LibreOffice

Journey to Oneness

More4Orphans Monthly Meeting

Parent Seminar

Retirement Planning

Blueprints for the Family: Foundations for Parenting

Career Network

Detox, Going Green & Getting Lean

English as a Second Language

GED Classes - Tuesdays & Thursdays

Homeschool Gym Time

Hormone Balance made Simple for Ladies

How2Become1 - Stepfamily Premarital Classes

Intermediate Word - Level 2

Journey to Oneness

Marriage Seminar

On-Line Job Search Sessions

Performance Poetry Workshop

Single Moms' Connection