Boscov's Campus of Courses
Boscov’s East Reading Mall
and Boscov’s North Fairgrounds Square Mall
Fall Session Begins
Monday, September 15, 2008!
Boscov’s
invites you to come back to the classroom for the fall session of our popular
Campus of Courses! Check over the
courses listed, select the ones you like, then register as soon as possible by
completing the registration form below and mailing it to us. Payment is required
at the time of registration and may be made in cash, check or with a Boscov’s
charge only. Registrations by phone
will be taken only for those who are using a Boscov’s Charge or registering for
a FREE class.
Note:
Registration
for the North Classes will be handled at North Courtesy Desk.
Registration for the East Classes
will be handled at East Courtesy Desk.
Registration
forms must be mailed to the store where the class will be held. Register early – Classes are limited in size! Registration fee covers instructors’ free –
purchase of all supplies is the responsibility of the student.
To
register by phone for North classes,
please call 610-779-2000, ext. 1278, for East
610-779-2000.
Beginner Jewelry
Making Workshop
Judy
Feick
You
will learn to make 7 easy projects, including 2 pair of earrings, 3 different
types of bracelets, and 2 unique necklaces.
Please bring jewelry tools, long nose pliers, round nose pliers, wire
cutter and a packed lunch for lunch break.
A $30 material fee is payable to
the instructor at the time of class.
#1 EAST: Tuesday, September 16 10AM to 2:30PM $10
Intermediate Jewelry Making
Workshop
Judy Feick
This class offers projects such as a beaded bracelet watch, loop earrings, and
a taste of wire wrapping embellishing a pendant for your necklace. Please bring a necklace chain, jewelry tools,
long nose pliers, round nose pliers, wire cutter and a packed lunch for lunch
break. A $35 material fee is payable to the instructor at the time of class.
#2 EAST: Tuesday, October 7 10AM
to 2:30PM $10
Scherenschnitte, The Art of
Paper Cutting
Judy Feick
This
beautiful and much appreciated Art will be delightfully presented to you. A background of Scherenschnitte history and
materials will lead the way for you to make 2 lovely ornaments and 1 framed 5x7
piece suitable for your décor or for gift giving this holiday season. Please bring several small scissors or an
exacto knife with a self healing mat and a packed lunch for lunch break. A $15 material fee is payable to the
instructor at the time of class.
#3 NORTH: Thursday, September 18 10AM to 2:30PM $10
The Beautiful Art of
Calligraphy
Judy
Feick
You
will learn the shapes of both lower case and the upper case letters of the
alphabet. Combining them with the
Calligraphy pen will produce beautiful writing for stationary, cards,
certificates or framed poetry. Please
bring a ballpoint pen, pencil, lined notebook tablet, calligraphy pen with
cartridges and a packed lunch for lunch break.
A $15 material fee is payable to
the instructor at the time of class.
#4 NORTH: Thursday, October 2 & 9 10AM to 2:30PM $20
Easy Faux-Finishing
Holly
Long – Owner of Stencil That!
Glaze
your walls with these fun techniques: Sponge, Rag, Bag, Wash, Comb & Woolie. Learn how to mix latex and acrylic
glazes. Take home a box done in the
finish of your choice. Kit fee:
$25 payable to instructor at the time of class.
#5 EAST: Sunday, September 21 1PM to 4PM $7
#6 NORTH: Saturday, October 4 10AM to 1PM $7
Fantastic Floorchloths
Holly
Long – Owner of Stencil That!
Paint
a 2’x3’ hemmed canvas floorcloth with acrylic paints. Create your own design using various
stencils. Learn how to topcoat your
floorcloth and make it last for years. Kit fee:
$35 payable to instructor at the time of class.
#7 EAST: Saturday, September 20 1PM to 4PM $7
#8 NORTH: Saturday, October 4 1PM
to 4PM $7
Landscape Oil Painting
Sylvia
Leffler-Shunk, Scull Hill Art
Wet
on wet technique. Learn how to make a
painting in a few hours. Materials
(canvas and paints) are provided by the instructor. A $20
material fee is payable to the instructor at the time of class.
#9 EAST: Sunday, September 21 11AM
to 4PM $9
#10 EAST: Sunday, October 5 11AM to
4PM $9
Crochet for
Beginenrs
Elaine
Brendle
Learn
the basic crochet stitches; the chain, single, half double and double. Students will make potholders, hot pads,
granny squares, etc. Please bring 2
skeins of 4-ply yarn – solid light colors (no homespun, soft, boucle or other
fancy yarns), 2 aluminum crochet hooks (size G and H) and a pair of scissors to
the first class. Also, please indicate
when registering for class if you are left-handed.
#11 EAST:
Wednesdays, September 17, 24; October
1, 8 6:30PM to 8:30PM $12
Intermediate
Crochet
Elaine
Brendle
For
those who already know the basic crochet stitches, you will learn the Popcorn
stitch, Puff stitch, Shell stitch, V-stitch and Cluster stitch. Projects include potholders, tissue covers,
tissue roll covers, daily, etc. Please
bring 2 skeins of 4-ply yarn – solid light colors (no homespun, soft, boucle or
other fancy yarns), 2 aluminum crochet hooks (size G and H) and a pair of
scissors to the first class. Also,
please indicate when registering for class if you are left-handed.
#12 EAST: Fridays, September 19, 26; October 3, 10 10AM to 12PM $12
How to Remember Names
Dave
Bause
A
person’s name, is to them, the sweetest and most important sound, in any
language! If you have difficulty in
remembering names and faces, you will love this class! Learn a fun and easy way to remember the
names of people you meet – in business, social situations. Develop this practical skill and see how
quickly your self-confidence and popularity, increases! You will also be shown a quick way to recall
your “to-do” lists!
#13 EAST: Tuesdays, September. 16 & 30 7PM
to 8:30PM $5
Five Secrets to Looking and
Feeling Younger/Permanent Weight Loss
Dr.
Kyle Bieber, DC
The
Foundation for Wellness Professionals
This
presentation will educate the audience about why diets don’t work, why eating
“fat” doesn’t make you “fat”, the true value of being healthy and fit, how to
regain your energy and vitality, and much more.
#14 EAST:
Tuesday, September 16 7PM to 8:30PM FREE
#15 NORTH: Wednesday, September 24 7PM to
8:30PM FREE
Arthritis: Alternative Approaches to Preventing and
Relieving Joint Disease
Dr.
Kyle Bieber, DC
The
Foundation for Wellness Professionals
Over 50 million Americans suffer with joint disease. This presentation educates the audience about
what arthritis is, who is susceptible to arthritis, what causes it, how to
relieve it and steps to help prevent joint disease.
#16 NORTH: Wednesday, October 1
7PM
to 8:30PM FREE
Balancing Hormones
Naturally: A Holistic Approach to Women’s Hormone-Related Health Concerns
Dr.
Kyle Bieber, DC
The
Foundation for Wellness Professionals
Over
80 million women in the U.S.
currently suffer with PMS and menopause symptoms. Many of these women are confused as to what
health options are available, or even right for them. This lecture will educate the audience about
natural alternatives to address this condition.
#17 EAST:
Wednesday, September 17 7PM to
8:30PM FREE
#18 NORTH: Tuesday, September 30 7PM to 8:30PM FREE
The New Solution to
Accelerated Weight Loss: The 9 Day
Cleansing Period
Dr.
Kyle Bieber, DC
The Foundation for Wellness Professionals
This
lecture educates the audience on how pollution, toxins, and chemical impurities
can lead to weight gain. It introduces a
doctor supervised weight loss and detox program to rid the body of these
impurities and quickly and safely lose fat.
#19 EAST: Tuesday, September 23
7PM to 8:30PM FREE
#20 NORTH: Wednesday, October 8
7PM
to 8:30PM FREE
Understanding Fibromyalgia: A Holistic Approach to Chronic Pain and
Fatigue
Dr.
Kyle Bieber, DC
The
Foundation for Wellness Professionals
People
who are suffering with Fibromyalgia are desperate for relief from the constant
nagging symptoms and pain associated with it.
This presentation will educate the audience about safe and natural
alternative methods for addressing Fibromyalgia and chronic pain symptoms.
#21 NORTH: Monday, September 15
7PM
to 8:30PM FREE
Natural Solutions to Common
Childhood Health Problems
Dr.
Kyle Bieber, DC
The
Foundation for Wellness Professionals
This
program offers natural solutions to common infant and childhood health problems
such as infantile collie, scoliosis, ear infections, tonsillitis, bed wetting,
ADHD, and adolescent low back pain.
#22 NORTH: Monday, September 22
7pm to 8:30pm FREE
Estee Lauder Skin Care
& Cosmetics Workshop
Boscov’s
Estee Lauder Representative
Give your skin the royal treatment! Join our Estee
Lauder representative as she reveals the latest tips and tricks of 2008 for
Estee Lauder skin care products. To
enhance your new look, learn the hidden secrets of color and cosmetic
touch-ups. Register early, class size is
limited! Class fee is good towards product purchase.
#23 NORTH: Tuesday,
September 30
6PM to
8PM $15
Lancome Skin Care & Cosmetics Workshop
Boscov’s Lancome Representative
Discover
a new you! Find out how you can look your absolute best with the proper skin
care regimen and products. Learn how to enhance your beauty with colors that
are perfect for your skin tone. Register early, class size is limited! Class
fee is good towards product purchase.
#24 NORTH: Tuesday, October 7
6PM to
8PM $15#25 EAST: Tuesday, October 7
6PM
to 8PM $15
Introduction to Buying
& Selling on eBay
Peggy
Grant, Publisher of Peggy Patterns
Would
YOU like to “get on the “internet”
auction action”? This class will
introduce students to the basics of selling items on eBay. During the class, students will discover tips
and shortcuts that will save both time and money when listing items for sale on
auctions! Learn to sell items for fun
and/or profit. Come join us for some
inspiration and education. No need to
take notes. The information will be
covered in class is available for each student to purchase during the
class! More information about this class
is available at www.PeggysPatterns.com.
A fee of $14 is payable to
the instructor for 2 publications that will be discussed during the class.
#26 EAST: Tuesday, September 16
11AM
to 1:30PM $5
#27 NORTH: Thursday, September 18
6PM to 8:30PM $5
Selling on eBay – Beyond
the Basics
Peggy
Grant, Publisher of Peggy Patterns
This
class will focus on inserting and positioning text and photos into your
auctions! Learn about some of the many
updated features available to sellers.
Learn how to ship your items the fast, easy way! No need to take notes. The information that will be covered in class
is available for each student to purchase during the class! More information about this class is
available at www.PeggysPatterns.com.
A fee of $14 is payable to
the instructor for the publication that will be discussed during the class.
#28 EAST: Tuesday, September 23
6PM
to 8:30PM $5
#29 NORTH: Wednesday, September 24 6PM to
8:30PM $5
Understanding Money & Credit
CTCE Federal Credit Union Representative
By
developing personal money management skills and using credit wisely, you can
build a solid foundation for your financial needs. Learn how to monitor spending, create a
spending plan and work toward your financial goals.
#30 NORTH: Monday,
September 15
6PM to 7:30PM FREE
Understanding Your Credit Report
CTCE Federal Credit Union Representative
Discover how important a credit report is to your financial future. Learn how
to request your credit report, interpret the information, resolve discrepancies
and re-establish credit.
#31 NORTH: Monday, September 22
6PM
to 7:30PM FREE
Holiday Survival Skills
CTCE
Federal Credit Union Representative
Uncover
the real cost of the holidays. Discover
tips on how you and your family can cope with the emotional and financial
stresses of the holiday season.
#32 NORTH: Tuesday, September 23
6PM
to 7:30PM FREE
Identity Theft
– Who’s Got Your Number
CTCE Federal Credit Union Representative
Learn
how to protect yourself from this rampantly growing crime. You will understand how to obtain and
understand your credit report, warning signs of identity theft and tips on how
to prevent it!
#33 NORTH: Monday,
September 29
6PM
to 7:30PM FREE
Surviving
Unemployment
CTCE Federal Credit Union Representative
Learn
what to do when your income stops, but the bills don’t!
#34 NORTH: Monday,
October 6
6PM
to 7:30PM
FREE
Retirement Strategies in an
Uncertain World
Earl D.
Schultz, ChFC, CSA
Strategic
Money Management for SeniorsClass
focuses on reducing taxes on social security; why mutual funds may not be the
best way to invest in the market; understanding and reducing risk; efficient
transfers to heirs; losing assets to LTC; and more.
#35 EAST:
Wednesday, September 24 6PM to
7:30PM FREE
Understanding Social
Security
Earl
D. Schultz, ChFC, CSA
Strategic
Money Management for Seniors
Class
focuses on critical decisions regarding social security such as when to begin
benefits, how work affects benefits, reducing tax on benefits, what happens at
dearth of spouse, and more information you need to know.
#36 EAST: Monday, September 15
6PM
to 7:30PM FREE
#37 EAST: Thursday, September 25 6PM to 7:30PM FREE
Caring for Aging Parents
Martha
Sitler / Berks Encore
Whether
you are assisting an aging relative or preparing for your own retirement years,
it is helpful to understand your options and to plan for the future – BEFORE a
crisis arises. This 2-part seminar covers,
legal, financial, housing benefit issues as we age. Payment covers the cost of manual being
handed-out during class and is payable to the instructor at the time of class.
#38 EAST: Tuesday, September 30 & October 7 6:30PM to
8:30PM
$15 Payable to
Instructor
#39 NORTH: Wednesday, October 1 & October 8 6:30PM to
8:30PM
$15 Payable to
Instructor
Yes, You Really Can Buy a
Home!
Linda
Strain - REMAX of Reading
Chris
Strain - REMAX of Reading
Katy
Strain – Countrywide Home Loans
Dreams can come true, we’ll show you how.
Everything you have to know from choosing to buying your dream
home. Join our experts for a free
informative session explaining in detail the insider information on topics such
as credit scores, new financing options, buyer agents, property inspections,
agreement of sale and tough negotiating tactics. Literature will be provided and discussion
period will follow. You will leave with
an advantage over other home buyers.
#40 NORTH: Saturday,
September 27 10AM to 11:30AM FREE
#41 EAST: Saturday, October 4
10AM
to 11:30AM FREE
Staging & Marketing
Your Home For Top Dollar
Linda
Strain - REMAX of Reading
Chris
Strain - REMAX of Reading
Katy
Strain – Countrywide Home Loans
Melodie
Burkey, IFDA – M Designs (Interior Design Consultant)
Let us show you how you can get top dollar for your home. Learn simple and inexpensive ways to stage
and discover the methods used by professionals to increase the showing
potential of your home. Find out about
current market conditions, negotiating, how to avoid mortgage pitfalls and
proven marketing strategies.
#42 NORTH: Saturday, September 27
12PM
to 1:30PM FREE
#43 EAST: Saturday, October 4
12PM
to 1:30PM FREE
Tax Planning
H&R
Block Representative
Review
of tax savings plans as well as a look at ways to reduce your tax liability.
#44 NORTH: Wednesday, September 17 7:30PM to 8:30PM FREE
#45 NORTH: Saturday, September 20 10:30AM to
11:30AM FREE
Retired Taxpayer
H&R
Block Representative
Explanation
of tax impact on retirement plans as well as a review of benefits of a
traditional and a roth IRA.
#46 NORTH: Wednesday, September 17 6PM to 7PM FREE
#47 NORTH: Saturday, September 20 12PM to 1PM FREE
AARP 55 Alive
Driving Course
East: John Rader
North: Donald Wojton
Produced
by the American Association of Retired Persons
(AARP)
and conducted throughout the country, 55 ALIVE teaches preventive measures that
save lives. Each student receives
certification at the completion of the 8-hour course, which is good for at
least a 5% discount on driving insurance.
The law states that you must repeat the course every 3 years to continue
to receive the discount. Please bring a
small snack or a packed lunch for break(s).
Course Fee, $10, is payable in
cash or check ONLY at the time of class.
Please make check payable to AARP.
Sorry, this class may not be
put on your Boscov’s Charge Account.
Classes are limited in size.
Please register early!
#48
EAST: Monday, October 6 & Tuesday,
October 7 10AM to 2:30PM
$10 Payable to
AARP
#49 NORTH: Tuesday, September 23 & Wednesday, September 24 10AM to 2:30PM
$10 Payable to AARP
Boscov’s Travel & Royal
Caribbean Cruise Line “Set Sail”
Boscov’s
Travel and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line invite you to “Set Sail” for an evening
of fun and information. Learn what’s new
at RCCL, Boscov’s group trips that are available from the home ports and
information on putting together your own group cruise. Reservations are necessary, call today 610.921-5744 or 610-327-8080.
#50 NORTH: Tuesday, September 23
6:30PM
to 8PM FREE
Social Dancing
Dave
Potteiger, Louise Lamar Dance Studio
Learn
the basic and intermediate steps and styles in the most popular social dances:
Fox Trot, Swing (Jitterbug), Cha Cha, Salsa, Rumba, Waltz and “Night Club
Dances”. Students may attend as singles
or couples, no prior dance experience required, but please bring your dancing
shoes and a bottle of water.
#51 NORTH:
Sundays, September 21, 28; October 5, 12 1PM to 2:30PM $12
A Cappella Voice
Instruction for Women
Reading
Pagoda Chorus of Sweet Adelines International
Interested female singers, with or without
vocal training, are invited to learn the basics of barbershop harmony with
local Director Bobbilyn Schadler and member of Reading Pagoda Chorus.
#52 NORTH: Thursdays, September 25; October 2, 9 6:30PM
to 8PM FREE
Brides & Grooms
Boscov’s
Bridal Registry
How
to get the most out of your wish list and get rewarded after your wedding.
#53 NORTH: Saturday, October 4
1PM
to 2:30PM FRE
Mail Registration form for
classes at Boscov’s North to:
Attn: Public Relations
Boscov’s
North Fairgrounds Square Mall
2910
Fifth Street
Highway
P.O. Box 4116
Reading, PA 19605
Mail Registration form for
classes at Boscov’s East to:
Attn: Public Relations
Boscov’s
East Reading Mall
4500 Perkiomen Avenue
P.O. Box 4116
Reading, PA 19606
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Friends Helping
Friends
Tuesday,
October 7, 2008
Earn money for your
organization in a simple and quick way. All organizations are welcome as
long as you hold a 501-C-3 status.
Friends Helping Friends
is a day to enjoy great shopping, super savings, refreshments, door prizes and
the chance for people to support their favorite non-profit organization.
Tickets to Friends
Helping Friends will be available only from participating non-profit
organizations. Each participating non-profit organization will have the
opportunity to sell $5 Shopping Passes for the event. 100% of the
ticket money will go to the selling organization.
Plus a chance to win one
of these fabulous Grand Prizes:
- Flat Screen TV
- La-Z-Boy
Recliner
- Diamond
Pendant
- 10 - $500
Shopping Sprees
- Each store
will give away 5 - $100 Shopping Sprees
Join the fine
organizations who are already participating. If you non-profit
organization would like to be a part of this exciting event, or for more
information, in the Reading Area, contact Kristen Dougherty or e-mail kdougherty@boscovs.com .
- Holy Name
Youth Football
- Holy Rosary
Society of St. Anthony Church
- Reading
Education Foundation
- Reinholds
Area Lioness Club
- Golden Seniors
- Shady Hollow Assisted Riding
- Amputee Support Team
- Bernville Area Community Library
- Faith Chapter #444 OES
- Friends of the Exeter
Community Library
- GWFC Berks County Federation of Women’s Clubs
- Grace Lutheran
Church
- Salem U.C.C., Spangsville
- Alzheimer’s
Association
- Bern Reformed
United Church of
Christ
- Bird Chapter #460, Order of the
Eastern Star
- Christ
U.C.C.
- Covenant Home Care: Home Health
& Hospice
- Cub Scout Pack 358, St. Catharine’s
- Daniel
Boone High
School Ski
Club
- Eastern PA Down Syndrome
Center
- Immaculate Conception Women’s
Society
- Mental Health
Association
- NAMI
Berks
- One United Church of Christ
- Opportunity
House
- Reading
Court #61 Order of the
Amaranth
- Reading Fairgrounds Racing
Historical Society
- Soccer Club of Reading
- St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church
- Wesley United Methodist Church
- Womelsdorf Volunteer Fire
Company
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