The College for Seniors have more than 65 classes to choose from this winter

Older adults can learn new skills for the new year at UNC Asheville's nationally renowned College for Seniors. Registration is now open for more than 65 courses available during the winter term from January 11-February 22. Classes will be held at UNC Asheville's Reuter Center, home of the North Carolina Center for Creative Retirement.

Students can explore Indian film in "Hollywood to Bollywood," take up a new hobby in "Basic Jewelry Making" or learn timely financial skills in "Surviving the Crisis. "History courses can be mixed with recreation, literature classes with personal development, computer courses with contemporary issues, or music classes with science. There's something for everyone, and no tests or grades are given.

A special course this session is "Beat the Wintertime Blues." The class will be held 1-4 p.m. on Saturdays, Jan. 16-30, in the Reuter Center. Classes will include a screening and discussion of the Academy Award nominated "Enchanted April" led by film buff Beth Ellers; a circle and line dancing class led by Denna Yockey; and storytelling and sing-a-long session with Gwenda Ledbetter and pianist David Bates. Refreshments will be provided.

Cost for the College for Seniors winter term is $90 for unlimited courses. Students must also pay the $50 annual membership fee to the North Carolina Center for Creative Retirement. Membership benefits include a campus parking permit, access to the University library, discounts on special events and more.

Class size is limited; early registration is suggested. For more information or to register, call 828/251-6140 or www.unca.edu/ncccr/.