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Ocala Breeders' Sales is the world leader in selling two-year-old horses in training. Buyers from 49 states and 38 countries diverge in Ocala to purchase future Kentucky Derby and international race contenders with pocketbooks ranging from $1,000 to $16 million. Learn how to read the sales catalog, understand pedigrees, how bidding works and what to visually look for in the 2 hour class held at OBS.

Our homes have energy that flows through every room – or not.  When it flows gently and smoothly we feel comfortable and secure.  The Magic of a comfortable flow can be found in the artistic use of Feng Shui.  Bring a floor plan of your home (hand drawn is fine) and learn how to use the “Art of Placement”.

This class is designed for those who would like to take the basic tenants of FS and build on them.  The class will meet at M.T.P. each week. After class, we will travel to each student’s home where we will apply their knowledge to one room of that home.  FS 1 is required.  The number of meetings will depend on enrollment.

Some of the largest and most powerful birds fall into the collective category of Raptors. Some soar high overhead and dive at speeds up to 200 MPH on unsuspecting prey. Some are smaller than robins and weigh in at less than 2.5 ounces. Many of these birds look alike. This two-part class is designed to help you sort them out.

To complement the visiting lecture on March 14 by Dr. Bill Hilton Jr. about hummingbird migration, this one-session class will describe the three species of hummingbirds found in Central Florida- the Ruby-throated Hummingbird, the Rufous Hummingbird, and the Black-chinned Hummingbird. Information about identifying the three species, how to attract them, and how they live their lives will be provided through class discussion and a video presentation. 

For centuries humans used the plants to ease pain and help their bodies heal.  As chemical pharmaceuticals became popular, we lost the knowledge of these plants.  They can be a beautiful and easy to grow addition to any garden, both in ground and container.  Come learn about some of these wonderful plants and how they were used.

This is an easy to learn, easy to use healing technique that can be used for physical, emotional or spiritual healing.   We will learn the technique and practice in class so have in mind a situation which you would like to work.  No experience with energy healing is needed, just bring your imagination

Should I have a past life regression?  The answer lies in knowing what a regression is, the various techniques used and what outcome/value to expect.  The discussion will focus on understanding the techniques, what information you might gain from each and the questions you should ask to determine if this is the right choice for you.

The worlds most collectible and expensive wines are made from the Pinot Noir grape variety.  Difficult to grow, often with low yields, Pinot Noir is a high stress proposition for vineyard owners. At its best, Pinot Noir wine elicits a rich bouquet with an exotic flavor profile. Perhaps this is why winemakers worldwide are increasingly willing to take risks and produce wine from this finicky grape. This seminar will focus on a comparison of value based Pinot Noirs produced in key international markets.  You will be rewarded with improved knowledge for your future purchases of Pinot Noir wine. 

Note: There is a $13 supply fee payable to the instructor the day of class for the wines for tasting. Students must bring a wine glass to the class, and are encouraged to bring a pen or pencil and a notebook.

Shopping for sparkling wines is a challenge. Labels are often confusing and give little information on the bottles contents. Sparkling wines can be sweet, semi-sweet or dry, artificially carbonated or bottle fermented with natural carbonation. Prices range from $5 per bottle to a point where it may exceed your last mortgage payment. This seminar will help you decipher the confusion of buying sparkling wine. In addition, we'll sample a variety of sparkling wines from the leading producer countries. Cheers.

Note: There is a $13 supply fee payable to the instructor the day of class for the wines for tasting. Students must bring a wine glass to the class, and are encouraged to bring a pen or pencil and a notebook.

This course will include a tasting of up to 7 2-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

You see them flitting about in your yard, and you hear them singing a musical song - but What Bird is THAT?

This two-part class for beginning birders will help you to sort them out quickly – how to identify birds.

You don’t need to be a “Bird Brain” to take this course. You just need to have an interest in identifying birds by sight and/or sound. We will also cover field guides, binoculars, bird feeders, and other useful tools to get a good start on a great hobby.

Located between the Spanish Pyrenees and the Italian border, the Mediterranean wine regions of France deliver a flavor profile highly sought after by consumers and widely copied by global wine producers. The regions of the Rhone, Languedoc, and Provence straddle the southern coastline, where a bounty of sun, heat and rocky soil create the perfect environment, to produce world class wines. This seminar will highlight the uniqueness of the region and we will taste a variety of wines that characterize the regions style. Dépêchez-vous!

Note: There is a $13 supply fee payable to the instructor the day of class for the wines for tasting. Students must bring a wine glass to the class, and are encouraged to bring a pen or pencil and a notebook.

This course will include a tasting of up to 7 2-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Washington State is perennially overshadowed by California as the quality leader in American winemaking. Washington's wine regions share the same latitude as the best wine regions of France and have ideal growing conditions. So why is it playing second fiddle? It's time to familiarize ourselves with a variety of WA State wines and learn what makes them special. This session will include a lecture and tasting of WA wines.

Note: There is a $13 supply fee payable to the instructor the day of class for the wines for tasting. Students must bring a wine glass to the class, and are encouraged to bring a pen or pencil and a notebook.

This course will include a tasting of up to 7 2-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Cold process soap making is part chemistry and part artistry.Don't fear- you don't have to be a scientist or an artist to make soap. You just need to know a few basic principles and safety precautions. Enroll in this class and learn the art and science of soap making. Upon completion, you will have the knowledge to make your own cold process soaps at home. Each student takes home 2 bars of soap. Note: There is a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Cold process soap making is part chemistry and part artistry.Don't fear- you don't have to be a scientist or an artist to make soap. You just need to know a few basic principles and safety precautions. Enroll in this class and learn the art and science of soap making. Upon completion, you will have the knowledge to make your own cold process soaps at home. Each student takes home 2 bars of soap. Note: There is a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Cold process soap making is part chemistry and part artistry.Don't fear- you don't have to be a scientist or an artist to make soap. You just need to know a few basic principles and safety precautions. Enroll in this class and learn the art and science of soap making. Upon completion, you will have the knowledge to make your own cold process soaps at home. Each student takes home 2 bars of soap. Note: There is a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

In this "watch and learn" class, participants will learn how to make body care products with all natural ingredients, including beeswax, shea butter, almond and coconut oil. This class is for newbies or those who have already experimented making body products. Learn by demonstration how to make a balm, a lotion bar, and a luxurious body butter to take home. Participants will also receive a packet of recipes, resources, contacts and tips. Note: There is a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor the day of class. Please inform the instructor if you have any allergies to natural oils, essential oils and fragrances.

In this "watch and learn" class, participants will learn how to make body care products with all natural ingredients, including beeswax, shea butter, almond and coconut oil. This class is for newbies or those who have already experimented making body products. Learn by demonstration how to make a balm, a lotion bar, and a luxurious body butter to take home. Participants will also receive a packet of recipes, resources, contacts and tips. Note: There is a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor the day of class. Please inform the instructor if you have any allergies to natural oils, essential oils and fragrances.

In this "watch and learn" class, participants will learn how to make body care products with all natural ingredients, including beeswax, shea butter, almond and coconut oil. This class is for newbies or those who have already experimented making body products. Learn by demonstration how to make a balm, a lotion bar, and a luxurious body butter to take home. Participants will also receive a packet of recipes, resources, contacts and tips. Note: There is a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor the day of class. Please inform the instructor if you have any allergies to natural oils, essential oils and fragrances.

Have you ever wanted to try Scuba Diving in a nice shallow pool? Here's your opportunity. Participants will get the opportunity to see how to put scuba gear together, and then play around in a pool where they can always just stand up. For those that fall in love with this course, the next step is the Scuba Certification course.

Note: Participants need to bring a swimsuit and towel, and snorkel gear if they have it.

Have you ever wanted to try Scuba Diving in a nice shallow pool? Here's your opportunity. Participants will get the opportunity to see how to put scuba gear together, and then play around in a pool where they can always just stand up. For those that fall in love with this course, the next step is the Scuba Certification course.

Note: Participants need to bring a swimsuit and towel, and snorkel gear if they have it.

Have you ever wanted to try Scuba Diving in a nice shallow pool? Here's your opportunity. Participants will get the opportunity to see how to put scuba gear together, and then play around in a pool where they can always just stand up. For those that fall in love with this course, the next step is the Scuba Certification course.

Note: Participants need to bring a swimsuit and towel, and snorkel gear if they have it.

Have you ever wanted to try Scuba Diving in a nice shallow pool? Here's your opportunity. Participants will get the opportunity to see how to put scuba gear together, and then play around in a pool where they can always just stand up. For those that fall in love with this course, the next step is the Scuba Certification course.

Note: Participants need to bring a swimsuit and towel, and snorkel gear if they have it.

Learn to snorkel or improve your skills. This course will cover the basics and advanced techniques. This is a great course before you go on a cruise, or to teach your grandchildren. All gear is provided, or participants are welcome to bring their own. Students should bring a swimsuit and towel to class.

Note: Participants should be comfortable in the water. Weak swimmers should bring a flotation device to class.

Learn to snorkel or improve your skills. This course will cover the basics and advanced techniques. This is a great course before you go on a cruise, or to teach your grandchildren. All gear is provided, or participants are welcome to bring their own. Students should bring a swimsuit and towel to class.

Note: Participants should be comfortable in the water. Weak swimmers should bring a flotation device to class.

Learn to snorkel or improve your skills. This course will cover the basics and advanced techniques. This is a great course before you go on a cruise, or to teach your grandchildren. All gear is provided, or participants are welcome to bring their own. Students should bring a swimsuit and towel to class.

Note: Participants should be comfortable in the water. Weak swimmers should bring a flotation device to class.

Learn to snorkel or improve your skills. This course will cover the basics and advanced techniques. This is a great course before you go on a cruise, or to teach your grandchildren. All gear is provided, or participants are welcome to bring their own. Students should bring a swimsuit and towel to class.

Note: Participants should be comfortable in the water. Weak swimmers should bring a flotation device to class.

Join PGA professionals Matt Hibbs and Russ Smith for a PowerPoint presentation on the basics of golf. If you are interested in learning the game of golf, but are too intimidated to step foot on the course, then this is the class for you. Topics will include rules, etiquette, lingo, fundamentals and much more. This is a great way to begin a wonderful relationship with a sport for life.

Your whole system is constantly reacting to symbols around you.  Think of walking into a retail shop and there are so many items around you that, instead of staying there shopping, you want to leave.  The quantity of items has almost made you claustrophobic.  You end up leaving and having a bad feeling about the shop.  Now think of one of your favorites, for example Target. What is it that you like about shopping there? Maybe the shiny floors and well displayed items and plenty of room to navigate the space.  You can create a feeling in your home that immediately affects your health, good or bad!

Our spaces can explode easily when we are busy!  We tend to ignore everything and just throw extra items in a drawer or closet. Yvonne will show participants easy, systematic ways to make this process easier and faster.  She will give tips on how to get ready for the holidays early by organizing rooms.  Participants will also be taught basic Feng Shui that they can use immediately. 

This PowerPoint program details the very beginning of Gold on the planet to the variety of techniques used to mine it around the world. The earliest Gold rushes in America; to the manners used to collect it; how some people found it and then lost it; what the major commercial uses are; how it is extravagantly displayed; colors, karats and chemistry and history and trickery in currency transactions. This colorful program tells it all!

Solving Cryptograms, like the ones in the newspaper, is a fun way of keeping the brain cells active, while at the same time giving a sense of accomplishment at their decoding. As part of the tuition, a new, only one-of-its-kind Cryptogram Deciphering Handbook will be given to each attendee, along with a Certificate of Achievement conferring an honorary degree. A new, one-of-a-kind "Pattern Words: Crown Jewels of Cryptography" reference handbook will be available.