BUDDHIST CINCINNATI -- Weekly discussion and meditation group. Beginners welcome. Open to all traditions. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. 4011 Allston St., Oakley. 513-531-6032.

BUDDHIST MEDITATION COURSE -- Learn the finer points of this ancient practice. 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Donations accepted. Gaden Samdrup-Ling Tibetan Buddhist Monastery, 3360 Bishop St., Clifton. 513-961-7110.

CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM -- Learn about education in pre-and-- post Taliban Afghanistan in Greg Mortenson's motivational slide show, " Three Cups of Tea: Cross-Cultural Lessons from the Karakoram." 7:30 p.m. Friday. $10-5 donation. Cincinnati Art Museum, Alms Auditorium, 953 Eden Park Drive, Walnut Hills. 513-639-2995.

CINCINNATI FEDERATION OF TEACHERS (CFT) -- CFT presents a lecture by educator Kate Jamentz as part of its Distinguished Lecture series. Early registration is encouraged. 4-6 p.m. Thursday. The Mayerson Academy, 2650 Highland Ave.,Corryville. 513-475-4107, course number 46194.

COMMUNITIES UNITED FOR ACTION -Sponsoring homebuyer classes about budgeting, credit reports, shopping, energy conservation, credit reports, home inspections and loan applications. Those who attend all four classes will receive a certificate of completion. 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays. Free. First United Church of Christ, 5808 Glenview Ave., College Hill. 513-541-2709.

CONTEMPORARY DANCE THEATER -Dance classes are offered at the CDT, from Hip Hop to Afro-Caribbean to Ballet. For prices, please call CDT at number listed. Contemporary Dance Theater, 1805 Lurch Ave., College Hill. 513-591-1222.

COUNTRYSIDE YMCA DANCE LESSONS -- Countryside YMCA offers dance lessons for Latin styles, swing dance and traditional classes in foxtrot, waltz and cha-- cha. Times and days vary. $25 member (single); $45 member (couple); $30 non-member (single); $55 non-member (couple). Countryside YMCA, 1699 Deerfield Road, Lebanon. 513-932-1424.

COURSES OF DISCOVERY AT GRAILVILLE -- "Creative Healing " is a six-week series that explores the power of creative expression into the process of healing form trauma, loss, illness, or life-threatening disease. Tuesdays. Through March 5. $125 for series. 513-697-1619. ... An Oratory Peace Vigil is for those seeking inner and outer peace. 7-9 p.m. Thursday. ... A Labyrinth Internship weekend continues into its second weekend. Friday-Sunday. $200 per weekend; $ 75 for the entire program. ... A Mystics Book discussion continues every Tuesday of the month. Membership is open to all, but a suggested donation of $50 per year to Grailville is recommended. ... "Women, Bodies and Spirituality" is geared toward those who want to befriend their bodies. Early reservations recommended. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb.24. $65. 513-791-7915. ... All classes meet at Grailville Education and Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland. 513-683-2340.

CREATIVE ARTS WORKSHOPS -- The Fitton Center for Creative Arts announces upcoming workshops. ... ... "Floral Design." 10 a.m.-noon Saturday. $20; $15 members; $15 supply fee. ... 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 a.m.-noon Saturday. The Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton. 513-863-8873 or www.fittoncenter.org.

CULTURAL CENTRE OF INDIA -- Offers classes in classical, folk and traditional dancing. All ages and experiences welcome. Sundays. 513-677-9886.

DANCE CLASSES -- Take ballet, tap, jazz, Dunham technique and Balinese dance classes. Wyoming Dance Center. 322 Wyoming Ave.,Wyoming. 513-948-1900.

DANCE CLASSES -- The University YMCA offers a wide variety of dance classes. Beginner's Salsa: 7-9 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. $8. ... Intermediate Salsa and Meringue: 7-8 p.m. Mondays; 8-9 p.m. Thursdays. $8 per person. ... Vintage Dance (waltz, polka, tango, ragtime and more): 7:30-10 p.m. Wednesdays. $6 per person with a series discount available. ... Swing: 8-10:30 p.m. Fridays. $5. ... No partner necessary for any class. 270 Calhoun Ave., University of Cincinnati, Clifton. 513-556-4937.

DOJO WORKSHOP -- The Jinenkan-Dayton Dojo will host a two-day workshop on Shinden Fudo Ryu Jutaijutsu (grappling) and Jinen Ryu Kusari Fundijutsu (chain). Reservations are encouraged. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Feb.16 and Feb. 17. $110 for both; $60 each day. Wright State University Nutter Center, 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy., Dayton. 937-432-0053.

FOLK DANCING -- Dearborn Highlands Arts Council is sponsoring a Folk Dancing workshop for young people grades 4-6 and their parents. 9 a.m.-noon Saturday. $10 for three-hour session. St. John Lutheran School, 220 Mechanic St., Aurora, Ind. 812-926-1778.

FREE COMPUTER TRAINING/FREE EDUCATION -- All those between the ages of 8-18 are invited to free computer training/education. Enjoy snacks, fun, entertainment and field trips. 5-8 p.m. Wednesdays-Thursdays. ... Youth aerobic/workout session. 5-6 p.m. Thursdays. ... Melrose YMCA, 2840 Melrose Ave., Walnut Hills. 513-731-3227.

GANDEN SAMDRUP-LING MONASTERY -- Community center for studies of Tibetan Buddhism and culture presents meditation and dharma discourse. 7-9 p.m. Thursdays. ... Discussion of Buddhist philosophy. 7 p.m. Fridays. ... Meditation. Consultations for healing available. 10 a.m. Saturdays. Donations requested. 3360 Bishop St., Corryville. 513-961-7110.

GENTLE YOGA WORKSHOPS -- This workshop covers the basic yoga postures, breath control, relaxation techniques and yoga philosophy. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Saturdays. Through March 2. $60; $50 members. Miami University Recreational Center, 700 South Oak St., Oxford. 513-529-8178.

HOLISTIC HEALING WORKSHOPS -- Learn how to safely make first aid/health care products using essential oils at this workshop. Early registration is encouraged. 6-9 p.m. Thursday. $5 materials fee. Ohio Academy of Holistic Health, 2380 Bellbrook Ave., Xenia ,Ohio. 937-708-8122.

HOME/CONDO INSPECTION WORKSHOP -- "Is Your House Making You Sick?" Find out if mold, carbon monoxide, or lead paint is making your home life miserable. Taught by engineer and certified home inspector Gene Carroll. Pre-registration is required. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. $19. University of Cincinnati, Corryville. 513-556-6932. ... "How to Inspect a House/Condo Before You Buy It -- or Sell It", also taught by Gene Carroll. Pre-registration is required. 6:30 p.m. Feb. 20. $15. Oak Hills High School, 3200 Ebenezer Road, Bridgetown. 513-451-3595.

IMPROV COMEDY/THEATRE WORKSHOPS -- Discover your inner goofball. Learn to work as a team, develop your comic timing and have fun. All without a script. Classes: 5-8 p.m. Sundays; 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Through March 5. Same class offered both days. $50/4 weeks, $90/8 weeks. 513-227-9580. www.NothingSacredPlayers.com. NothingSacredPlayers@hotmail.com.

INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCE -- Learn dances from Turkey, Norway, Romania, Israel, Croatia, Egypt, Germany and more. Open social dancing, teaching for beginners. No partners needed, visitors welcome. 8-11 p.m. Saturdays. Donation welcomed. The Lodge, 4120 Hamilton Ave. Northside. 513-631-8830.

INTERNATIONAL HOLISTIC LIGHT CENTER -- Holds weekly lectures on health followed by a meditation session. Registration required. 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. $5 suggested donation. 7015 Miami Ave., Kenwood. 513-272-0202.

KNEADING RELIEF -- This is a Partners Pregnancy Massage Class. Bring 3 pillows and a blanket. Class space is limited, so make a reservation. Second Tuesday of each month. $25. The Art of Birthing Center of Cincinnati, Suite 2, 5945 Ridge Road. 513-382-6000.

MIAMI UNIVERSITY HAMILTON -- Manning Marable, lecturer and professor at Columbia University, will speak at Miami U. Hamilton on "Making a Multicultural America: Beyond Race, Gender, and Class." 7 p.m. Monday. Free. Miami University Hamilton, 1601 Peck Blvd., Hamilton. 513-529-8309.

MEDITATITON/SAHAJA YOGA -- Enjoy the silence within at weekly meditations. 7 p.m. Thursdays. Free. NKY Technical College, Room 102, 790 Thomas More Pkwy., Highland Heights. 513-784-2720.

MOTIVATION CLASS -- Discuss how to maintain motivation while looking for employment. Early registration is recommended. Registration: 1:31 p.m.-1:41 p.m., Class: 1:42 p.m.-2:42 p.m. Saturday. Free. Tri-County Mall Conference Center (second level next to Structure), Tri-County Mall. 513-588-9600.

NORTHERN KENTUCKY METAPHYSICAL GROUP -- Healing Meditation, Color Therapy and Channeling workshops offered 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Donation. 3209 Madonna Drive, Edgewood. ... 859-341-7447.

OLD-TIME MUSIC AND DANCE GROUP -- Young and old, experienced or beginning dancers are welcome to this weekly social dance club. All dances are taught. 7:30-10 p.m. Mondays. $3. Church of the Annunciation Annex, 3457 Clifton Ave., Clifton. 513-681-4768.

PUBLIC LIBRARY OF CINCINNATI AND HAMILTION COUNTY -- Learn how to receive Social Security and Disability benefits. 2-4 p.m. Sunday. Free. ...A panel discussion on the NAACP and the organization's basic beliefs. 2 p.m. Saturday. Free. ... 800 Vine Street, Downtown. 513-369-4565.

PARANORMAL LECTURE -- Paranormal Investigator, Author and Lecturer Joe Nickell presents his insights on the supernatural. Sponsored by the Association for Rational Thought. . Guests are invited to stay after lecture for lunch and to learn more about ART. 10 a.m.-noon Saturday. FreeThe Dubliner Restaurant, 6111 Montgomery Road, Pleasant Ridge. 513-385-6795.

PAINTING CLASSES -- All skill levels are welcome. Ages 16 and up. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays. $10 per class. Risch Gallery, 118 N. Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas. 859-441-3838.

PLASTIC PARTS DESIGN WORKSHOP -- Learn all about plastic molding, including polymer basics, part design, cost analysis and material selection. Thursday. Free. ... American Plasic Molding Corporation, 955 S. Elm St., Scottsburg, IN, 47140. 812-752-7000, ext. 247.

REIKI WORKSHOP -- Learn about Reiki, the Japanese word for "Universal Life Force Energy", and how it can improve your life. Early registration is encouraged. 6-9 p.m. Thursday. $5 materials fee. Ohio Academy of Holistic Health, 2380 Bellbrook Ave., Xenia, Ohio. 800-833-8122.

SELF IMPROVEMENT WORKSHOP -- Author Gregg Levoy presents "Callings: In Search of an Authentic Life." Guests learn how to tune into their true callings in work, relationships and spirituality. 1:30 p.m. Sunday. $25. New Thought Unity Center, 1401 E. McMillan St., East Walnut Hills. 513-382-1242.

SOFT TRAINING FOR WOMEN -- Learn a common sense approach to sustain fitness and health. 10-11 a.m. Saturdays. Free first class; $10 each additional class. Call for location. 513-541-5793.

SPRING EXERCISE CLASSES -- Beginning Yoga. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays. ... Hi/Low Aerobics. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. ... Both classes are free with $12 membership. Butterfield Recreation Center, 22 Garfield Place, Downtown. 513-421-2804.

SQUARE DANCE LESSONS -- The Hayloft Square Dance Association offers free square and round dance lessons. ... Square dance: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays. ... Round dance: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Mondays. ... A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit required to enter the park. $1 daily; $3 annual. Parky's Farm, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Greenhills. 513-863-0612.

STEPNOUT STUDIO -- Offers a salsa workshop the last Saturday of each month. ... Beginners: 1-3:30 p.m. ... Intermediate: 4-6:30 p.m. ... Rueda de Casino workshop: 1-3:30 p.m. the last Sunday of each month. Basic Salsa required. ... Walk-ins welcome. $20. 721 Madison Road, Covington. To pre-register, 859-291-2300.

TANGO ARGENTINO -- Patricia Paz teaches tango classes Saturdays. Beginners: 11 a.m. ... Intermediate/Advanced: 11:30 a.m. ... University YMCA, Calhoun St., Clifton. 513-556-4937 or 513-221-4936 or pato_paz@hotmail.com.\

TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION FELLOWSHIP -- Unaffiliated meeting for practicing and lapsed meditators. Group meditation and discussion of experiences and topics related to personal growth. 7:15-8:45 p.m. Thursdays. Free. Clifton United Methodist Church, 3416 Clifton Ave., Clifton. 513-281-3294.

THE WOMEN'S RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER -- Offers home repair classes for women by women. Thursdays and Saturdays. The classes cover plumbing, carpentry, plaster, drywall and electric. Registration required. $155 per series of six or $35 per class. 513-541-0541.

WOODCARVING -- Beginning and out-of-practice artists of all levels can attend adult workshop studios. Limited enrollment. Pre-registration required. 5:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays. $30 per month plus materials. City Art Center, 501 E. 13th St., Over-the-Rhine. 513-381-2333.

YMCA DANCE CLASSES -- Swing, ballroom and Latin dance classes are offered through three YMCAs: Middletown, Lebanon and Wilmington. Times, days and costs vary. 513-932-3349.

YOGA CLASSES -- Yoga classes include stretching and bending exercises, yoga breathing techniques and deep relaxation. 5:45-6:45 p.m. Tuesdays. $47 for six weeks. Inner Peace Holistic Center, 707 Race St., Downtown. 513-621-2060.

YOGA CLASSES -- These downtown classes are open to the beginning and intermediate student, and focus on integrating breathing exercises with asanas and deep relaxation. ... 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. YWCA, Ninth and Walnut streets, Downtown ... 5:30 p.m. Thursdays. Christ Church Cathedral, Fourth and Sycamore streets, Downtown. ... 5:45 p.m. Fridays. Inner Peace Holistic Center, 707 Race St., Downtown. ... 513-621-2060 or Yogihughesfn@aol.com.

ZEN PRACTICE -- Dae Mun Zen Sangha offers weekly Zen practice. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays; 9 a.m. Sundays. Free. Cincinnati Zen Center. 513-684-4216 or www.daemun.org.

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