In this seminar, you'll learn to grow and use your own fresh herbs in your favorite recipes. You'll also see a cooking demonstration using fresh and dried herbs. You will learn how to make herbal vinegars, butters and oils, and how to use those condiments to add flavor to your foods.

We will prepare a full meal, from appetizer to dessert - and when we're done, you get to eat the meal!

Workshop Leader

Jeanne Wade has studied and researched herbs for more than 25 years and has been teaching classes on how to grow and cook with them for 20 years.

Workshop Date and Location

This seminar will be held on Monday, August 2, 2010. It begins at 11 a.m. and runs to 1:30 p.m. and includes lunch! The event will be held at Tex's Fish Camp in Connelly Springs. (Hildebran/Icard area) The address is 3452 Tex's Fish Camp Road, Connelly Springs, NC.

To Register

SOLD OUT - SOLD OUT - SOLD OUT!

This event is sold out, but will be repeated on September 20. Please return to the home page and scroll down for the September 20 event. And thank you for your interest in Prime Life Ed-Ventures!

Registration is available to adults of all ages by phone, mail, or online through Friday, July 23. (After July 23, please register by phone only.) Click a payment option in the registration area below to print out a mailable registration form or to register online. To register by phone, call 828-324-6966, ext. 2001. Payment is required at the time of registration.

Cost for this event is only $25 per person, which includes lunch from appetizer to dessert, and is payable by credit card, check, or PayPal account.

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel your registration on or before July 23, 2010. After July 23, no refunds will be given; however, substitutions are welcome. We reserve the right to cancel this program in the event of unforeseen circumstances or low enrollment. If a course is cancelled, a full refund of the registration fee will be made.

Testimonials

Here's what some of 2009's participants had to say about this event:

"I have attended many workshops; this will be remembered as the VERY BEST so far. The information given was most beneficial and it was presented in such a friendly manner." - Lynn G.

"I learned a great deal about herbs and cooking with herbs. The food was oh so good! Everyone was very friendly." - Karen R.

"Information was great and well prepared. The choice of food to be prepared was great! I could do this every day!" - Mary S.

Once the world's most sought-after confidence man, Frank Abagnale, by the age of 21, had impersonated an international airline pilot, pediatrician, stockbroker, college professor, and even an assistant district attorney. Meanwhile, he passed $2.5 million in fraudulent checks in the United States and 26 other countries.

Abagnale was apprehended by the French police at the age of 21 and served prison time in France, Sweden and the United States. He was released after five years of his 12-year sentence on the condition that he would help the federal government, without remuneration.

In 2002, the world watched Abagnale's life played out on the big screen in Catch Me If You Can, a movie directed by Steven Spielberg. Abagnale was portrayed by actor Leonardo DiCaprio and was chased by actor Tom Hanks. In a website disclaimer, Abagnale comments that the movie exaggerates many details, in true Hollywood style.

The now contrite, mature Abagnale is proud to assist the government, clients and consumers in dealing with issues of crime and fraud.

Workshop Date and Location

Abagnale will present his life story at the Belk Centrum, on the campus of Lenoir-Rhyne University, Hickory, on Thursday evening, August 26, 2010. A reception will be held from 6:30 to 7 p.m., where attendees can meet and greet Mr. Abagnale. He will present his life story from 7 to 8 p.m.

Event Sponsors

The Life Story of Frank W. Abagnale is presented by Catawba County Chamber of Commerce, Beaver Family Investments, and Prime Life Ed-Ventures, a lifelong learning program of Appalachian State University. Supporting sponsors also include Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A.; GenSpring Family Offices; and Blue Ridge Law Enforcement Association.

To Register

Registration will be taken through Catawba County Chamber of Commerce. To register online, please visit http://www.wliinc3.com/cgi/foxweb.dll/wlx/cal/wlxprofile?caleid=688&cc=CATAWBACC. To register by phone, call 828-328-6000, ext. 228.

Cost is only $20 per person. Payment is required at the time of registration.

This informative workshop is taught by Frank W. Abagnale, one of the nation's foremost authorities on fraud. He will be talking about how to protect yourself and your business from fraud, America's #1 crime.

For over 30 years Abagnale has lectured to and consulted with hundreds of financial institutions, corporations and government agencies around the world. More than 14,000 entities now use his fraud prevention programs.

Mr. Abagnale has been associated with the FBI for more than three decades. He lectures extensively at the FBI Academy and for the field offices of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He believes that punishment for fraud and recovery of stolen funds are so rare that prevention is the only viable course of action.

Bio

Frank W. Abagnale, Jr. is one of the world's most respected authorities on forgery, embezzlement and secure documents. He has won numerous awards for his accomplishments and awards in the field.

Mr. Abagnale is a best-selling author of several books, including Catch Me If You Can, Stealing Your Life, The Real U Guide to Identity Theft and The Art of the Steal. In 2002, a film based on his book, Catch Me If You Can, was directed by Steven Spielberg, with Leonardo DiCaprio playing Abagnale in the lead role. The film also starred Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks.

Abagnale has been married for over 25 years and is the proud father of three sons. He is pleased to serve our government, his clients, and thousands of corporations and consumers as they deal with problems of white collar crime and fraud.

Event Date and Location

The Art of the Steal will be presented on Friday morning, August 27, 2010, from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at the Belk Centrum at Lenoir-Rhyne University. Lenoir-Rhyne is located in Hickory.

Event Sponsors

The Life Story of Frank W. Abagnale is presented by Catawba County Chamber of Commerce, Beaver Family Investments, and Prime Life Ed-Ventures, a lifelong learning program of Appalachian State University. Supporting sponsors also include Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A.; GenSpring Family Offices; and Blue Ridge Law Enforcement Association.

To Register

Registration will be taken through Catawba County Chamber of Commerce. To register online, please visit http://www.wliinc3.com/cgi/foxweb.dll/wlx/cal/wlxprofile?caleid=689&cc=CATAWBACC. To register by phone, call 828-328-6000, ext. 228.

Cost is only $25 per person for members of the Catawba County Chamber and all surrounding Chambers. Cost for non-members is $35 per person. Registration is required, and payment is due at the time of registration.

It's never too late to start playing an instrument. Catawba Valley New Horizons Band provides an entry point to music making for adults 50 and over.

If you've always wanted to play in a band, or used to play an instrument in school, then you're welcome to join us for the Catawba Valley New Horizons Band to explore the fun and rewards of music making as a mature adult. No previous musical experience is required!

The program is appropriate for absolute beginners, although previous instrumental experience or ability to read music is acceptable as well. The program welcomes any mature adult with a desire to play an instrument and a willingness to give it their best.

NOTE: An information session will be held at the Western Piedmont Symphony rehearsal hall, SALT Block, downtown Hickory, on Wednesday, September 8, at 9 a.m. Interested parties may attend to learn more about the band, try out instruments, and get acquainted with other members. If you are interested in participating in this free session, please call Karen at 828-324-6966, ext. 2008.

Band rehearsals begin on Wednesday, September 15, 2010, at 9 a.m. and will continue for 12 weeks through Wednesday, December 8. (No rehearsal on Thanksgiving week.) Group lessons will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. each week. Light refreshments will be served from 10 to 10:30, and the whole group (ensemble) practices together from 10:30 to 11:30.

Rehearsals are held in the Western Piedmont Symphony rehearsal hall at the SALT Block in downtown Hickory. The address is 243 Third Avenue NE. Participants may enter a rear door directly into the rehearsal hall.

Without an instrument? No worries. We're partnering with The Music Center to determine which instrument may be right for you. An easy rental plan, with ability to rent-to-own, is available. Ask for Brent in the Hickory store at 828-322-4366. Store hours are 9-6 M-F and 9-5 Sa. The store is closed on Sunday.

Experienced musician? If you are currently playing an instrument and would like to join the group, please call to discuss your options.

Our Leader

Leonard "Len" Allman is director of the Catawba Valley New Horizons Band. Len has a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from Calvin College and a Master of Music in Brass Pedagogy from Western Michigan University.

Len has taught band and orchestra in Illinois, Michigan and North Carolina. He has performed locally with the Western Piedmont Chamber Orchestra, the Unifour Brass Ensemble and the Lenoir-Rhyne University Wind Ensemble. Len has also served as the brass instructor at Catawba Valley Community College.

To Register

Registration for the Catawba Valley New Horizons Band is available to adults 50 and over by phone, mail, or online through August 25. After August 25, please call for availability.

Click a payment option below to print out a registration form or to register online. To register by phone, call 828-324-6966, ext. 2008.

Cost is only $120 per person for the twelve-week semester. (This does not include music, about $10-20, or instrument rental or purchase.) Payment is due at the time of registration and may be made by credit card, check, or PayPal account.

Ensemble only? If you are an experienced musician with no need for one-hour group lessons, please call to register at 828-324-6966, ext. 2008. Do not register online.

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel your registration on or before August 25. After August 25, no refunds will be given; however, substitutions are welcome. We reserve the right to cancel this program in the event of unforeseen circumstances. In the unlikely event that the program is cancelled in progress, a prorated refund of the unexpired registration fee will be made.

Additional Questions?

Still have questions? Call Karen at 828-324-6966, ext. 2008.