NOTE: THE SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER HAS BEEN
RESCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 29, 2009
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 | ALL @ ACC is dedicated to providing learning opportunities tailored to the interests of older adults. Classes and activities are peer-based, arranged by a curriculum committee according to member requests. Classes are of variable duration and taught by volunteers. Topics vary considerably. There are opportunities to share knowledge as a presenter — members teaching members. |
| The popularity of ALL is a result of its response to the needs of the community's older adults for interesting activities, education, and camaraderie. |
| Non-members who wish to
learn about the program are encouraged to attend a Quarterly Happening,
offering an entertaining or educational program and luncheon. |
| Membership | $50 per person per year. $90 per
couple per year. This fee is pro-rated to just $20 per person from
February 1 through June 30 each year. A "Snowbird" membership is available for April through December at a rate of $35 per person. |
| Membership Year | July 1 to June 30
The membership year is divided into quarters (January-March) (April-June) (July-September) (October-December) and each quarter a schedule of activities and newsletter is published A quarterly social event, called a Happening, is held on the first Thursdays of March, June, September, and December. Non-members are welcome to attend. |
| Age | 50 years and older or retired |
| Classes | About 150 classes are offered each year arranged by curriculum and special events committees in response to members' interests and needs. All instructors are volunteers. |
| Benefits | First priority on class selection. Most classes are free to members. Members receive a quarterly newsletter, schedule, and registration materials. |
| Fees |
Some classes and trips have fees to cover expenses. |
| Non-Members |
May take classes on
a space-available basis for $10 per class, plus fee. Computer classes double the non-member fee. |
ELDERHOSTEL AFFILIATION:
The Elderhostel Institute Network (EIN) is a voluntary association of independent Institutes for Learning in Retirement (ILR) across North America. EIN enables affiliate ILR’s to capitalize on strengths and opportunities derived from belonging to an association. Affiliate ILR's have access to special international and domestic travel study and "weekenders" as available. More information can be obtained from the Elderhostel web site at www.elderhostel.org
Alpena Volunteer Center
ACC Center Bldg. Room 108
665 Johnson St.
Alpena, MI 49707
Phone: (989) 358-7271
Toll-Free: 888-468-6222 ext. 7271
Fax: (989) 358-7554
E-mail:
bruskik@alpenacc.edu
Information is current up to
10/02/2008