Begin to play American style MahJongg in a relaxed environment. We will discuss the history of the game, the game pieces and how to use them as well as strategies for play. Instruction includes the basic rules of play and using the MahJongg card (card provided) as defined by the National MahJongg League. We will also discuss winning play. This is a hands-on and enjoyable learning experience. Instructor Background: As an avid game player, Kathleen McFarlane enjoys teaching and playing MahJongg. She has been playing for six years and has truly enjoyed it. Kathleen loves teaching people to play this old but interesting game. There is a lot to learn to begin to play which is part of the fascination. It's an accomplishment for her to watch you learn to enjoy the game as well.

Learn to sew as you add new skills each week. There will be a project to practice on each week. Week 1 will cover machine basics and then we will make a decorative pillow case. Week 2 we will make a reversable tote bag. Week 3 we will make pajama pants. You will learn how to read a pattern and many more skills. Please bring your own sewing machine. The supply list for each week’s class will be emailed to you prior to class. Instructor: Joan Bogart is a retired educator from RPS. She has taught numerous classes through Rockford Community Services including Facebook, Microsoft Word, Sewing, Knitting, Jewelry Making. Joan is also the moderator for the Community Services Book Club for Adults.

This refresher (intermediate) class is designed for those who will be turning 65 within the next year or who are newly eligible due to a loss of group health coverage or Social Security disability. This entry level class is designed for those who will be turning 65 within the next year or who are newly eligible due to a loss of group health coverage or Social Security disability. These topics are presented and discussed in language and terms that are easy to understand: Medicare Parts A, B, C, D, Eligibility and enrollment (avoid penalty) Medicare costs and coverage Working past age 65 Supplemental options: Medigap vs. Medicare Advantage Differences between Medicare Advantage Plan and a Medigap Plan Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage Minimizing the Part D coverage gap (donut-hole) Healthcare costs in retirement Preventative and value-added services (dental, vision, hearing) Making the right choices, particularly when you are first eligible, could save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars over your lifetime. Attending this class will help you start the Medicare planning process with the basic knowledge you will need to make right choices. NOTE: This class does NOT cover how Medicare works with Federal Employee Benefits, VA, Tricare or Medicaid. Instructor Background: Kristin Rocheleau and Amy Orr help people choose the right individual health insurance plans. They specialize in helping people with the Medicare planning process and their choice of supplemental plans. They are both independent health insurance advisors.

This class is designed to educate you on the subject matter of Retirement Income in the least irritating and boring manner possible (guaranteed). Topics covered include but are not limited to: inflation (this might just be on your mind hmm?) taxable vs. tax free assets (you’ll definitely have questions), qualified plans, rollover considerations, social security (yes please!), Medicare (a must), estate conservation and distributing assets in an organized fashion. YOU WILL NOT BE FALLING ASLEEP! Instructor Background: Adam Fliehman is a Fiduciary and Investment Advisor Representative who holds the FINRA series 7, 66, 6, 63 ​licenses as well as insurance licenses for life, health, disability and long term care. Adam lives in Rockford, MI with his family and is the owner and operator of ‘Fliehman Financial’. Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a registered investment advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC. Fliehman Financial is independently owned and operated.