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Monday Classes
(all classes central time zone)
Keeping Children Safe from Human Trafficking in Florida (In-Person)
1 session with Laurie Lawrence | 2/17 | 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. CT | $15 |
Location: Ohana Institute, 12805 U.S. 98 East, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
This class offers an overview of human trafficking awareness, focusing on child safety, sextortion, and exploitation. It covers signs of trafficking, online grooming, and sextortion tactics targeting minors. Participants will learn how to respond to trafficking situations and access resources to protect vulnerable populations.
Managing Disputes in Relationships (In-Person)
1 session with Laurie Lawrence | 3/24 | 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. CT | $15 |
Location: Ohana Institute, 12805 U.S. 98 East, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
This class helps participants manage relationship disputes and develop conflict resolution skills. It offers strategies for navigating disagreements, fostering communication, and building understanding. Participants will gain tools to create more harmonious interactions.
Pastry, Baking 101 (In-Person)
2 sessions with Yvette Hodgen | 2/24, 3/3 | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. CT | $30 |
Location: Ohana Institute, 12805 U.S. 98 East, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
Whisk and knead your way through Pastry 101. You will learn the importance of using the proper ingredients to ensure a rich flavor and delicate texture to your homemade pastries. As an added bonus, there will be samples to enjoy.
Tuesday Classes
"Girls of the Glimmer Factory" Author, Jennifer Coburn (In-Person) 2/11 | 5:00 p.m. CT | $15 |
Location: Ohana Institute, 12805 U.S. 98 East, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
Jennifer Coburn is the author of The Girls of the Glimmer Factory, a historical novel set in a 'glimmer factory' during World War II. The story follows two women, a Jewish prisoner and an ambitious filmmaker, who were once childhood friends and are willing to risk everything to reveal the truth about Terezin.
Building Resilience to Overcome Adverse Childhood Experiences (In-Person)
3 sessions with Jeanne O'Kon | 2/18, 2/25, 3/4 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. CT | $35 |
Location: Ohana Institute, 12805 U.S. 98 East, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
This course will identify the categories of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) including abuse, neglect, and household challenges. Dr. O’Kon will discuss research focusing on the long-term effects of ACEs and will share methods for overcoming the ACEs that can hinder adult life. By learning more about these challenges, resilience can be developed and strengthened.
Wednesday Classes
A Story of Self: The Magic of the Memoir (Zoom)
6 sessions with Instructor: Jamie Zimchek | 2/19 - 4/2 | 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT | $90 |
Location: Ohana Institute, 12805 U.S. 98 East, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
This course is designed to help you understand what a memoir is, why as a genre it’s so powerful, and how to go about writing your own. In addition to exploring the basics of this genre, the course will walk you through the writing process, from planning to creation and revision. As the course progresses, you’ll gain the most if you complete several recommended writing exercises and an outline to get you started, then spend your break writing the body of your memoir (or as much of it as possible).
Class size limit: 12
Thursday Classes
Group Songwriting Lessons - An Introduction (In-Person)
3 sessions with Brandon Peace 3/20, 3/27 and Tuesday 4/1 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. CT$35 |
Location: Ohana Institute, 12805 U.S. 98 East, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
This course offers individuals with little to no songwriting experience the opportunity to receive a fun and interactive introduction to the art of writing songs. Mr. Peace will use interesting topics and exercises to spark the student’s creativity. Students will develop basic songwriting skills.