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<description><![CDATA[(Sun, 01 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[CLOSED]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Mon, 02 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 03 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 03 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 03 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[The Basics: Beginning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 03 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>Don&#39;t know a word of Spanish? This is the class for you! Start here to learn basic words &amp; phrases. We&#39;ll study numbers, colors, days of the week, weather &amp; a little teeny bit of grammar. Each week will have a different topic &amp; each topic is independent of the others. Feel free to drop in to any class that fits your schedule.<br /><br />Upcoming Topics:<br /><br />10/21: House (rooms, furniture, etc.)<br />10/28: Body Parts<br />11/04: Family, Occupations<br />11/11: Comparisons, Animals<br />11/18: Expressing Emotions<br />11/25: Pastimes (Gustar)<br />12/02: Present Tense Verbs<br />12/09: Alphabet, Greetings<br />12/16: Numbers, Telling Time</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Beginning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 03 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
In this class, we read kids&#39; books, but there are no kids present, so you&#39;re free to screw up as much as you want!]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 5PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 04 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 04 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110409&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 04 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110409&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Writing: Multi-Level]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 04 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>Even if you&#39;re a beginner, you can write in Spanish!<br /><br />In this class, you will keep a weekly journal. It&#39;s best to have a notebook so that you can keep all of your writing samples in the same place. That way you can see your progress!<br /><br />If you&#39;re a beginner, you&#39;ll write simple sentences using the vocabulary that you know. <br />For intermediate to advanced students, you&#39;re assignment will be based on a selection of topics. You can make your writing as simple or as complicated as you want. <br /><br />  </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 04 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
<p>In this class, we read articles related to the country of the month from the Read &amp; Think Spanish book, or from Think Spanish Magazine. The articles focus on cultural aspects of each country, including traditional dances, food, travel destinations, &amp; famous people. Everyone gets a turn to read aloud in Spanish &amp; then translate the paragraph into English.<br /><br />Upcoming Themes:<br /><br />Oct 08: Baja California, Mexico<br />Nov 08: Chile<br />Dec 08: Belize<br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 5PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 05 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 05 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 05 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110509&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 05 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
Conversation, all in Spanish! Try it. You&#39;ll like it!]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=72&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110509&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Grammar: Intermediate-2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 05 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>10/23: Review &amp; Practice<br />10/30: Present Subjunctive<br />11/06: Imperative (Commands)<br />11/13: Past (Imperfect) Subjunctive<br />11/20: Conditional (Would)<br />11/27: Compound Tenses (haber)<br />12/04: Review &amp; Practice<br />12/11: Present Subjunctive<br />12/18: Imperative (Commands)<br /><br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=127&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110509&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Newspaper Reading & Discussion: Intermediate 2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 05 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
In this class, we read articles from the local Spanish-language newspaper &amp; then discuss them in Spanish.]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=180&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110509&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 05 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
<p>Current Book: La cuidad de las bestias by Isabel Allende (ISBN 066-051-0323)<br /><br />As of 11/13/08 we are on page 6 in the book.  </p><p>Feel free to join us in the middle of the novel. We&#39;ll catch you up on the story!<br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=13&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110509&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 1PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 06 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=154&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110609&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Newspaper Reading & Discussion: Intermediate 2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 06 Nov 2009  1:15 PM - 2:15 PM PST)
In this class, we read articles from the local Spanish-language newspaper &amp; then discuss them in Spanish.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=155&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110609&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Writing: Multi-Level]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 06 Nov 2009  3:45 PM - 4:45 PM PST)
<p>Even if you&#39;re a beginner, you can write in Spanish!<br /><br />In this class, you will keep a weekly journal. It&#39;s best to have a notebook so that you can keep all of your writing samples in the same place. That way you can see your progress!<br /><br />If you&#39;re a beginner, you&#39;ll write simple sentences using the vocabulary that you know. <br />For intermediate to advanced students, you&#39;re assignment will be based on a selection of topics. You can make your writing as simple or as complicated as you want. <br /><br />  </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:45:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=181&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110609&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 06 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110609&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 06 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110609&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 12PM-4PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 07 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=176&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110709&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Spanish/English Intercambio]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 07 Nov 2009  12 PM - 1 PM PST)
<p>During this hour, we form pairs of students: one English speaker &amp; one Spanish speaker. You&#39;ll work one-on-one, spending roughly half the time in English &amp; half the time in Spanish, to help each other improve your language skills.<br /><br />Those who do not have a partner can join the group for Spanish conversation.</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=166&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110709&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Puntos de Vista: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 07 Nov 2009  1:15 PM - 2:15 PM PST)
<p>In this class we discuss topics relevant to our world today. We may discuss sensitive or controversial topics including environmental issues, politics or even philosophy, so it could get lively. But it&#39;s always interesting! Come join us &amp; bring your Punto de Vista.</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=95&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110709&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Pop Music: Intermediate-2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 07 Nov 2009  2:30 PM - 3:30 PM PST)
In this class, we listen to popular songs currently on the charts &amp; figure the lyrics together, as well as talk about the cultural aspect of the music &amp; artist. We&#39;ll study pop musicians such as Shakira, Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, Juanes, Luis Miguel &amp; more! Come join us for a fun way to learn Spanish!]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=113&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110709&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[CLOSED]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sun, 08 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=90&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110809&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[CLOSED]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Mon, 09 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=90&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=110909&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 5PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 10 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111009&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 10 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111009&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 10 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111009&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[The Basics: Beginning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 10 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>Don&#39;t know a word of Spanish? This is the class for you! Start here to learn basic words &amp; phrases. We&#39;ll study numbers, colors, days of the week, weather &amp; a little teeny bit of grammar. Each week will have a different topic &amp; each topic is independent of the others. Feel free to drop in to any class that fits your schedule.<br /><br />Upcoming Topics:<br /><br />10/21: House (rooms, furniture, etc.)<br />10/28: Body Parts<br />11/04: Family, Occupations<br />11/11: Comparisons, Animals<br />11/18: Expressing Emotions<br />11/25: Pastimes (Gustar)<br />12/02: Present Tense Verbs<br />12/09: Alphabet, Greetings<br />12/16: Numbers, Telling Time</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=65&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111009&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Beginning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 10 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
In this class, we read kids&#39; books, but there are no kids present, so you&#39;re free to screw up as much as you want!]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=66&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111009&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 5PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 11 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111109&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111109&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 11 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111109&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111109&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 11 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111109&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111109&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Writing: Multi-Level]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 11 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>Even if you&#39;re a beginner, you can write in Spanish!<br /><br />In this class, you will keep a weekly journal. It&#39;s best to have a notebook so that you can keep all of your writing samples in the same place. That way you can see your progress!<br /><br />If you&#39;re a beginner, you&#39;ll write simple sentences using the vocabulary that you know. <br />For intermediate to advanced students, you&#39;re assignment will be based on a selection of topics. You can make your writing as simple or as complicated as you want. <br /><br />  </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=177&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111109&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 11 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
<p>In this class, we read articles related to the country of the month from the Read &amp; Think Spanish book, or from Think Spanish Magazine. The articles focus on cultural aspects of each country, including traditional dances, food, travel destinations, &amp; famous people. Everyone gets a turn to read aloud in Spanish &amp; then translate the paragraph into English.<br /><br />Upcoming Themes:<br /><br />Oct 08: Baja California, Mexico<br />Nov 08: Chile<br />Dec 08: Belize<br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=68&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111109&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 5PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 12 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111209&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 12 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111209&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111209&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 12 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111209&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111209&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 12 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
Conversation, all in Spanish! Try it. You&#39;ll like it!]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=72&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111209&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Grammar: Intermediate-2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 12 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>10/23: Review &amp; Practice<br />10/30: Present Subjunctive<br />11/06: Imperative (Commands)<br />11/13: Past (Imperfect) Subjunctive<br />11/20: Conditional (Would)<br />11/27: Compound Tenses (haber)<br />12/04: Review &amp; Practice<br />12/11: Present Subjunctive<br />12/18: Imperative (Commands)<br /><br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=127&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111209&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 12 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
<p>Current Book: La cuidad de las bestias by Isabel Allende (ISBN 066-051-0323)<br /><br />As of 11/13/08 we are on page 6 in the book.  </p><p>Feel free to join us in the middle of the novel. We&#39;ll catch you up on the story!<br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=13&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111209&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Newspaper Reading & Discussion: Intermediate 2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 12 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
In this class, we read articles from the local Spanish-language newspaper &amp; then discuss them in Spanish.]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=180&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111209&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 1PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 13 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=154&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111309&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Newspaper Reading & Discussion: Intermediate 2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 13 Nov 2009  1:15 PM - 2:15 PM PST)
In this class, we read articles from the local Spanish-language newspaper &amp; then discuss them in Spanish.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=155&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111309&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Writing: Multi-Level]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 13 Nov 2009  3:45 PM - 4:45 PM PST)
<p>Even if you&#39;re a beginner, you can write in Spanish!<br /><br />In this class, you will keep a weekly journal. It&#39;s best to have a notebook so that you can keep all of your writing samples in the same place. That way you can see your progress!<br /><br />If you&#39;re a beginner, you&#39;ll write simple sentences using the vocabulary that you know. <br />For intermediate to advanced students, you&#39;re assignment will be based on a selection of topics. You can make your writing as simple or as complicated as you want. <br /><br />  </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:45:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=181&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111309&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 13 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111309&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111309&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 13 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111309&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111309&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[2nd Friday Movie Night]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 13 Nov 2009  6 PM - 9 PM PST)
<p>The studio is open to the public on Friday nights.   On the second Friday of the month, we watch a movie in Spanish with English subtitles. Practice your listening skills with us!</p><p>Movie Schedule for 2008<br /><br />Oct 08: Mexico<br />Nov 08: Chile<br />Dec 08: Belize</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=87&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111309&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 12PM-4PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 14 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=176&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111409&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Spanish/English Intercambio]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 14 Nov 2009  12 PM - 1 PM PST)
<p>During this hour, we form pairs of students: one English speaker &amp; one Spanish speaker. You&#39;ll work one-on-one, spending roughly half the time in English &amp; half the time in Spanish, to help each other improve your language skills.<br /><br />Those who do not have a partner can join the group for Spanish conversation.</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=166&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111409&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Puntos de Vista: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 14 Nov 2009  1:15 PM - 2:15 PM PST)
<p>In this class we discuss topics relevant to our world today. We may discuss sensitive or controversial topics including environmental issues, politics or even philosophy, so it could get lively. But it&#39;s always interesting! Come join us &amp; bring your Punto de Vista.</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 13:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=95&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111409&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Pop Music: Intermediate-2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 14 Nov 2009  2:30 PM - 3:30 PM PST)
In this class, we listen to popular songs currently on the charts &amp; figure the lyrics together, as well as talk about the cultural aspect of the music &amp; artist. We&#39;ll study pop musicians such as Shakira, Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, Juanes, Luis Miguel &amp; more! Come join us for a fun way to learn Spanish!]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=113&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111409&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[CLOSED]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sun, 15 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=90&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111509&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[CLOSED]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Mon, 16 Nov 2009  All Day)
]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=90&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111609&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 5PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 17 Nov 2009  All Day)
]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111709&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 17 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111709&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111709&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 17 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111709&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[The Basics: Beginning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 17 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>Don&#39;t know a word of Spanish? This is the class for you! Start here to learn basic words &amp; phrases. We&#39;ll study numbers, colors, days of the week, weather &amp; a little teeny bit of grammar. Each week will have a different topic &amp; each topic is independent of the others. Feel free to drop in to any class that fits your schedule.<br /><br />Upcoming Topics:<br /><br />10/21: House (rooms, furniture, etc.)<br />10/28: Body Parts<br />11/04: Family, Occupations<br />11/11: Comparisons, Animals<br />11/18: Expressing Emotions<br />11/25: Pastimes (Gustar)<br />12/02: Present Tense Verbs<br />12/09: Alphabet, Greetings<br />12/16: Numbers, Telling Time</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=65&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111709&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Beginning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 17 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
In this class, we read kids&#39; books, but there are no kids present, so you&#39;re free to screw up as much as you want!]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=66&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111709&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 5PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 18 Nov 2009  All Day)
]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111809&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 18 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111809&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111809&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 18 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111809&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111809&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Writing: Multi-Level]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 18 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>Even if you&#39;re a beginner, you can write in Spanish!<br /><br />In this class, you will keep a weekly journal. It&#39;s best to have a notebook so that you can keep all of your writing samples in the same place. That way you can see your progress!<br /><br />If you&#39;re a beginner, you&#39;ll write simple sentences using the vocabulary that you know. <br />For intermediate to advanced students, you&#39;re assignment will be based on a selection of topics. You can make your writing as simple or as complicated as you want. <br /><br />  </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=177&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111809&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 18 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
<p>In this class, we read articles related to the country of the month from the Read &amp; Think Spanish book, or from Think Spanish Magazine. The articles focus on cultural aspects of each country, including traditional dances, food, travel destinations, &amp; famous people. Everyone gets a turn to read aloud in Spanish &amp; then translate the paragraph into English.<br /><br />Upcoming Themes:<br /><br />Oct 08: Baja California, Mexico<br />Nov 08: Chile<br />Dec 08: Belize<br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=68&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111809&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 5PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 19 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111909&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 19 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111909&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 19 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111909&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 19 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
Conversation, all in Spanish! Try it. You&#39;ll like it!]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=72&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111909&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Grammar: Intermediate-2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 19 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>10/23: Review &amp; Practice<br />10/30: Present Subjunctive<br />11/06: Imperative (Commands)<br />11/13: Past (Imperfect) Subjunctive<br />11/20: Conditional (Would)<br />11/27: Compound Tenses (haber)<br />12/04: Review &amp; Practice<br />12/11: Present Subjunctive<br />12/18: Imperative (Commands)<br /><br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=127&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111909&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 19 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
<p>Current Book: La cuidad de las bestias by Isabel Allende (ISBN 066-051-0323)<br /><br />As of 11/13/08 we are on page 6 in the book.  </p><p>Feel free to join us in the middle of the novel. We&#39;ll catch you up on the story!<br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=13&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111909&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Newspaper Reading & Discussion: Intermediate 2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 19 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
In this class, we read articles from the local Spanish-language newspaper &amp; then discuss them in Spanish.]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=180&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=111909&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 1PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 20 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=154&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112009&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Newspaper Reading & Discussion: Intermediate 2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 20 Nov 2009  1:15 PM - 2:15 PM PST)
In this class, we read articles from the local Spanish-language newspaper &amp; then discuss them in Spanish.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=155&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112009&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Writing: Multi-Level]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 20 Nov 2009  3:45 PM - 4:45 PM PST)
<p>Even if you&#39;re a beginner, you can write in Spanish!<br /><br />In this class, you will keep a weekly journal. It&#39;s best to have a notebook so that you can keep all of your writing samples in the same place. That way you can see your progress!<br /><br />If you&#39;re a beginner, you&#39;ll write simple sentences using the vocabulary that you know. <br />For intermediate to advanced students, you&#39;re assignment will be based on a selection of topics. You can make your writing as simple or as complicated as you want. <br /><br />  </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:45:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=181&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112009&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 20 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112009&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 20 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112009&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[3rd Friday Game Night]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 20 Nov 2009  6 PM - 9 PM PST)
The studio is open to the public on Friday nights.   <br /><br />The third Friday is dedicated to games! Scrabble in Spanish, Loter&iacute;a, Scattergories - even card games. Feel free to bring your own game. Practice your Spanish while having fun with friends!]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=75&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112009&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 12PM-4PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 21 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=176&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112109&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Spanish/English Intercambio]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 21 Nov 2009  12 PM - 1 PM PST)
<p>During this hour, we form pairs of students: one English speaker &amp; one Spanish speaker. You&#39;ll work one-on-one, spending roughly half the time in English &amp; half the time in Spanish, to help each other improve your language skills.<br /><br />Those who do not have a partner can join the group for Spanish conversation.</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=166&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112109&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Puntos de Vista: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 21 Nov 2009  1:15 PM - 2:15 PM PST)
<p>In this class we discuss topics relevant to our world today. We may discuss sensitive or controversial topics including environmental issues, politics or even philosophy, so it could get lively. But it&#39;s always interesting! Come join us &amp; bring your Punto de Vista.</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=95&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112109&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Pop Music: Intermediate-2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 21 Nov 2009  2:30 PM - 3:30 PM PST)
In this class, we listen to popular songs currently on the charts &amp; figure the lyrics together, as well as talk about the cultural aspect of the music &amp; artist. We&#39;ll study pop musicians such as Shakira, Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, Juanes, Luis Miguel &amp; more! Come join us for a fun way to learn Spanish!]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=113&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112109&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[CLOSED]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sun, 22 Nov 2009  All Day)
]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=90&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112209&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[CLOSED]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Mon, 23 Nov 2009  All Day)
]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=90&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112309&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=90&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112309&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 5PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 24 Nov 2009  All Day)
]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112409&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112409&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 24 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112409&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112409&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 24 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112409&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112409&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[The Basics: Beginning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 24 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>Don&#39;t know a word of Spanish? This is the class for you! Start here to learn basic words &amp; phrases. We&#39;ll study numbers, colors, days of the week, weather &amp; a little teeny bit of grammar. Each week will have a different topic &amp; each topic is independent of the others. Feel free to drop in to any class that fits your schedule.<br /><br />Upcoming Topics:<br /><br />10/21: House (rooms, furniture, etc.)<br />10/28: Body Parts<br />11/04: Family, Occupations<br />11/11: Comparisons, Animals<br />11/18: Expressing Emotions<br />11/25: Pastimes (Gustar)<br />12/02: Present Tense Verbs<br />12/09: Alphabet, Greetings<br />12/16: Numbers, Telling Time</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=65&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112409&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Beginning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Tue, 24 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
In this class, we read kids&#39; books, but there are no kids present, so you&#39;re free to screw up as much as you want!]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=66&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112409&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 5PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 25 Nov 2009  All Day)
]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112509&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 25 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112509&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112509&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 25 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112509&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112509&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Writing: Multi-Level]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 25 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>Even if you&#39;re a beginner, you can write in Spanish!<br /><br />In this class, you will keep a weekly journal. It&#39;s best to have a notebook so that you can keep all of your writing samples in the same place. That way you can see your progress!<br /><br />If you&#39;re a beginner, you&#39;ll write simple sentences using the vocabulary that you know. <br />For intermediate to advanced students, you&#39;re assignment will be based on a selection of topics. You can make your writing as simple or as complicated as you want. <br /><br />  </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=177&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112509&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Wed, 25 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
<p>In this class, we read articles related to the country of the month from the Read &amp; Think Spanish book, or from Think Spanish Magazine. The articles focus on cultural aspects of each country, including traditional dances, food, travel destinations, &amp; famous people. Everyone gets a turn to read aloud in Spanish &amp; then translate the paragraph into English.<br /><br />Upcoming Themes:<br /><br />Oct 08: Baja California, Mexico<br />Nov 08: Chile<br />Dec 08: Belize<br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=68&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112509&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 5PM-9PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 26 Nov 2009  All Day)
]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112609&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=190&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112609&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 26 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112609&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=136&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112609&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 26 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112609&amp;cb=false</link>
<guid>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=167&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112609&amp;cb=false</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 26 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
Conversation, all in Spanish! Try it. You&#39;ll like it!]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
<link>http://www.localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&amp;event_id=72&amp;calendar_id=256997&amp;k=112609&amp;cb=false</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Grammar: Intermediate-2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 26 Nov 2009  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PST)
<p>10/23: Review &amp; Practice<br />10/30: Present Subjunctive<br />11/06: Imperative (Commands)<br />11/13: Past (Imperfect) Subjunctive<br />11/20: Conditional (Would)<br />11/27: Compound Tenses (haber)<br />12/04: Review &amp; Practice<br />12/11: Present Subjunctive<br />12/18: Imperative (Commands)<br /><br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 18:15:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Newspaper Reading & Discussion: Intermediate 2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 26 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
In this class, we read articles from the local Spanish-language newspaper &amp; then discuss them in Spanish.]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Reading: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Thu, 26 Nov 2009  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST)
<p>Current Book: La cuidad de las bestias by Isabel Allende (ISBN 066-051-0323)<br /><br />As of 11/13/08 we are on page 6 in the book.  </p><p>Feel free to join us in the middle of the novel. We&#39;ll catch you up on the story!<br /> </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 19:30:00 PST</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 27 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Newspaper Reading & Discussion: Intermediate 2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 27 Nov 2009  1:15 PM - 2:15 PM PST)
In this class, we read articles from the local Spanish-language newspaper &amp; then discuss them in Spanish.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 13:15:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Writing: Multi-Level]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 27 Nov 2009  3:45 PM - 4:45 PM PST)
<p>Even if you&#39;re a beginner, you can write in Spanish!<br /><br />In this class, you will keep a weekly journal. It&#39;s best to have a notebook so that you can keep all of your writing samples in the same place. That way you can see your progress!<br /><br />If you&#39;re a beginner, you&#39;ll write simple sentences using the vocabulary that you know. <br />For intermediate to advanced students, you&#39;re assignment will be based on a selection of topics. You can make your writing as simple or as complicated as you want. <br /><br />  </p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 15:45:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate-1]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 27 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
If you are just starting out or if you know only a little bit of Spanish, this is the group for you.   No show-offs allowed!]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Conversation: Intermediate-2 to Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 27 Nov 2009  5 PM - 6 PM PST)
In this group we try to speak Spanish as much as possible, only switching to English to explain grammar points or when we just can&#39;t communicate an idea.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[4th Friday Show & Tell]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Fri, 27 Nov 2009  6 PM - 9 PM PST)
 4th Friday <strong>Show &amp; Tell</strong><br /><br />This is your chance  to share your experiences with the country of the month.  <ul><li> Show us your photos from your trip to Costa  Rica </li><li> Cook up some plantains Cuban style for us to  try &amp; pass out the recipe </li><li> Sing us some traditional songs from  Argentina </li><li> Bring in your collection of artesan&iacute;as from  Mexico</li></ul> If you&#39;d like to participate, please let us  know!]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[OPEN 12PM-4PM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 28 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Spanish/English Intercambio]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 28 Nov 2009  12 PM - 1 PM PST)
<p>During this hour, we form pairs of students: one English speaker &amp; one Spanish speaker. You&#39;ll work one-on-one, spending roughly half the time in English &amp; half the time in Spanish, to help each other improve your language skills.<br /><br />Those who do not have a partner can join the group for Spanish conversation.</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Puntos de Vista: Advanced]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 28 Nov 2009  1:15 PM - 2:15 PM PST)
<p>In this class we discuss topics relevant to our world today. We may discuss sensitive or controversial topics including environmental issues, politics or even philosophy, so it could get lively. But it&#39;s always interesting! Come join us &amp; bring your Punto de Vista.</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 13:15:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Pop Music: Intermediate-2]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sat, 28 Nov 2009  2:30 PM - 3:30 PM PST)
In this class, we listen to popular songs currently on the charts &amp; figure the lyrics together, as well as talk about the cultural aspect of the music &amp; artist. We&#39;ll study pop musicians such as Shakira, Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, Juanes, Luis Miguel &amp; more! Come join us for a fun way to learn Spanish!]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 14:30:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[CLOSED]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Sun, 29 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[CLOSED]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(Mon, 30 Nov 2009  All Day)
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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