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of its operating expenses through fees paid by the participantsof the classes.What are the fees for taking classes in the WALT program?Fees for WALT classes vary based on the class, the instructorand our need to make just enough to cover WALT operatingexpenses. We strive to keep the fees affordable.Our idea of avaluable asset.How long has WALT been offering classes in the Williamsburgarea?WALT is beginning its 11th year offering classes twice ayear and is currently registering for its 21st catalogue ofcourses.How do you decide what classes will be offered eachyear?I am open to offering any type of class because it is excitingto see the talents and interests of people interested inbeing WALT instructors. There is no way to predict whichclasses will be of interest to others in the community; theyall have so much potential and I don’t try to guess whichclasses will be popular because it changes each session.How do you find instructors for the classes?Anyone is welcome to submit a course proposal form. Weencourage people to teach what subjects they are enthusiasticabout because that love of their subject is whatmakes them good WALT instructors. Most often peopleare teaching a class about their avocation and not theirvocation. People are always welcome to call me to discussteaching a WALT class. At times we have postedsigns in the library and announcements in the newspaperinviting proposals. WALT instructors are great at telling theirfriends. Some instructors are our former participants, andsometimes when I talk to people I discover new peopleinterested in sharing.Are there any restrictions on who can take WALT classes?No, WALT classes are open to everyone - young and notso young. you757.221.8060www.oldpoint.comEnjoy Lunch on theBeautifulChickahominy RiverNew Menu! New Options!(Available lunch and dinner)Portions to Fit Your Appetite & Pocketbook(Small or Large to choose from)Seafood Specials Daily!When and where are classes held?Classes are held around town at a variety of wonderfullocations that make their spaces available to WALT. Weselect different dates and times hoping to be able to accommodatepeople’s different schedules.How long does the average class run?WALT classes can vary depending on how long the instructorneeds to cover their information. We may haveclasses that meet once and others that may meet 4 to 6times. There is no set time-frame for a WALT class.In addition to learning or improving a skill, what are someThe Blue HeronRestaurantRelax in our dining room or on our deck overlooking the river.Reservations always recommended. (804) 829-9070.DIRECTIONS: 9100 Willcox Neck Rd., Charles City, VA 23030From Williamsburg: Rt. 5 West. Cross Chickahominy River. Go 3 miles. Turn right onto Rt. 623(Willcox Neck Rd.) Go 5 miles and turn right on 623 (again). Look for the River’s Rest Marina sign.HOURS: Open Tues. - Thur. 12 noon to 8 pm; Fri. & Sat. 12 noon to 9 pm; Sun. 12 noon to 8 pmNEXT DOOR NEIGHBORSMARCH2011 27