Current Skills Being Offered
From Janet Tillman, UURMAPA Connections Coordinator
Noted below are amazing skills offered by four generous UURMaPA members. Check these out to see if any are of interest to you.
1. Beginning Spanish II – Jeff Jones
We have had a great start for the Beginning Spanish I classes via Zoom offered by Jeff Jones.
Full Disclosure: I am one of eight ministers and partners in Jeff’s eight-week Beginning Spanish I class that began on April 2. I am thoroughly enjoying the class due to Jeff’s dynamic (yet gentle) teaching style. He is patient, has a great sense of humor, and knows his Spanish! I think everyone in the current class would agree that this is a terrific way to learn Spanish. Each class is interactive and great fun.
Good News! There are three openings for Beginning Spanish II that starts Thursday, June 4 and ends on Thursday, July 23. The classes are from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. EDT. The classes require about 4 hours of homework per week. If you are interested, please contact Jeff at jeffjonesuu@aol.comby May 15.
FYI: Part 3 will be in September – October and Part 4 will be in January – February 2027.
Contact Jeff now while there are three spots available!
2. Composting/Recycling – Jaco ten Hove
If you’re tossing out your household kitchen waste—such as coffee grounds, vegetable cuttings, eggshells—and you’re not recycling yard waste, such as leaves and grass clippings, you’re likely wasting all the good stuff! According to Jaco, all these items, which might otherwise end up in a landfill, can be productive in your compost bin. As an experienced (and certified!) Master Composter/ Recycler, Jaco can offer counsel and coaching on composting and recycling from general guidelines and pep talks to specific habits and routines that improve the odds for keeping your waste out of landfills. Join Jaco in his new Waste Diversion ministry. Contact Jaco at jbthishere@gmail.com for more information and/or to ask questions.
3. Appreciating Technology + Tips on Maintaining an Old Building – Norm Horofker
Norm is a retired mechanical engineer with plant management experience. He is happy to share his optimism for appreciating the present and the amazing future of technology. Norm also have experience maintaining old buildings. Contact Norm at nhorofker@aol.com to begin a conversation about technology or that old building you are maintaining.
4. Sustainable Investing – Jim Zacharias
Are you invested in oil? Do your investments include tobacco and guns? Most of us simply don’t know where our money is invested. Many funds are not transparent about the screens they use to choose investments. As a result, we may unknowingly support industries and practices that go against our values. Jim believes there is a way forward. In his retirement Jim explored how to live sustainably — without worrying that his money is working against what he holds sacred. That search has been worthwhile, and Jim is glad to share what he has learned. If this resonates with you, Jim welcomes a conversation and wants to hear your story. You can contact Jim at jzacharias1@gmail.com or give him a call at 505-463-3128.
If you are interested in learning the above skills or have questions about the skill being offered, contact the person offering the skill for more details.
I love those connections that make this big old world feel like a little village. – Gina Bellman
See also:
Skill-Sharing Network: What is it and how does it work?
Desired Learning Opportunities