Community Christmas classes available

Families wanting their children sponsored through Community Christmas in 2014 must attend a minimum of three approved educational classes or programs between February and September.  Classes are free and open to the public, however, pre-registration is required for all of these classes. This is important in case there is a location change.

Registration is required for several classes within the next few days.

New listings will be available every two months. Following are the classes scheduled for June and July:

• Quick Clothing Repair: 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesday. Learn how to sew on a button and hem a pair of pants. Supplies will be provided. The program will be located at the University of Kentucky Crittenden County Cooperative Extension Service office at 1534 U.S. 60 East in Marion. Cindy Davidson, a Master Clothing Volunteer, will be the presenter. Those wishing to attend must register by Friday by calling (270) 965-5236.
• Pest Management for the Home: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. next Thursday. Learn how to deal with insects, spiders, bed bugs, etc. The program will be located at the Extension Service office in Marion. The presenter will be Meredith Hall of the Extension Service. Those wishing to attend must register by June 24 by calling (270) 965-5236.
• Know the Limits on Fats, Sugars and Salt: 1:30 p.m. June 30.  Find out how much fat, sugar and salt you should consume and the hidden foods you find them in. A door prize will be given. The program will be located at the Extension Service office in Marion. The presenter will be Sue Parrent. Those wishing to attend must register by June 27 by calling (270) 965-5236.
• What’s Up with E-Cigarettes: 6 p.m. July 1. The use of E-cigarettes and other vaping devices has skyrocketed. We will talk about nicotine addiction and its impact on health. We will discuss how e-cigarettes are not approved by the FDA and how the vapors contain harmful chemical as well.  The program will be located at the Extension Service office in Marion. The presenter will be Chris Sparks, a prevention specialist with the Pennyroyal Regional Prevention Center. Those wishing to attend must register by June 24 by calling (270) 965-5236.
• Positive Discipline: A Guide for Parents: 1:30 p.m. July 9. Learn about developmental stages from birth to teens and what discipline works best for each group.  The program will be located at the Extension Service office in Marion. The presenter will be Marcie Ellington of Crittenden Health Systems. Those wishing to attend must register by July 2 by calling (270) 965-5236.
• Traffic Safety: 6 p.m. July 10. Located at the Ed-Tech Center on Industrial Drive in Marion. The presenter will be Mary E. Rohrer of the Law Offices of Rebecca J. Johnson, Crittenden County Attorney. Those wishing to attend must register by June 24 by calling (270) 965-5236.
• GED and Work Keys Informational Meeting: 9 to 10 a.m. or 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. July 10. There are new changes taking place in regard to the GED, and you will receive information on the changes and opportunities for assistance in completing the GED. The Work Keys Test is a job skills assessment system that connects training and skill testing. This test is a requirement for some employers. Participants will learn how this test can better prepare you for the ever-changing workplace. The program will be located at the Crittenden County Adult Education Center at  118 E. Bellville St. in Marion. Contact Missy Myers, coordinator and instructor at (270) 965-9435 to register or Cheryl Burks, site coordinator of 21st CCLC/Crosswalk Learning Center (270) 965-2248 or 965-9833.
• Breakfast Makes the Difference: 1:30 p.m. July 24. Learn why it is important for you and your family to eat breakfast. A door prize will be given. The program will be located at the Extension Service office in Marion. The presenter will be Sue Parrent. Those wishing to attend must register by July 23 by calling (270) 965-5236.
• Ice Cream & More: 5 p.m. July 24. This is a parent and child activity. Class will be limited to the first five adults and five children. Children should be 5 years of age or older. This is a hands-on class, so prepare to get messy and have fun with your child. The program will be located at the Extension Service office in Marion. The presenter will be Nancy Hunt of the Extension Service. Those wishing to attend must register by July 22 by calling (270) 965-5236.
• Crochet Classes are being taught at the Extension Service office on the first and third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 p.m.  The class is designed for both beginning and experience crocheters. Learn about yarn, hooks, patterns and how to make inexpensive gifts. Rebeccca Zahrte is the instructor. Those wishing to attend must pre-register with the Extension Service at (270) 965-5236.