NKA - Pocatello
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Travel & Field Trips
NOTE: Fees for trips must be received thirty (30) days prior to scheduled departure date. Your reservation for the trip will be taken in order of payment, not registration. If we do not have the minimum of 40 people paid 30 days prior to a trip, we will cancel it. Fees are nonrefundable within that 30-day period except for medical reasons. If you cancel for medical reasons we will refund any monies that are not dedicated funds. Dedicated funds include bus costs, which are based on the number of people who have paid for the trip, and any nonrefundable expenses that NKA has spent on the trip. All costs for overnight trips are double occupancy. For a single add $50.00 per night to fee.
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Lunch and Games
People who are interested in attending the NKA Lunch and Games class - changes are coming. For this semester you will still need to register for Lunch and Games each month that you are able to attend but henceforth this class for NKA will be: GAMES AND GOODIES. See the new class description below. GAMES AND GOODIES Hand and Foot and Dominoes Mexican Train will be played from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. You must sign up to participate each month you plan to attend. There will be goodies each month provided by different groups of class members. Call Sharon Manning (208-233-9425) if you must cancel so that someone from the wait list can be invited to attend. Section 1 -Friday, September 19, 1:00 - 4:00 PM Section 2 - Friday, October 17, 1:00 - 4:00 PM Section 3 - Friday, November 21, 1:00 - 4:00 PM Section 4 - Friday, December 19, 1:00 - 4:00 PM LOCATION: Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 215 North 18th (Use the ADA entrance on the west side of the church) FACILITATOR: Sharon Manning & Committee (208-233-9425, manninsh@aol.com) COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Ann Smith, Diane Tauscher, Mary Spinner and Nancy Dafoe CLASS LIMIT: 80 CLASS FEE: $5 per person for each section paid at the door (This will cover the cost of the goodies served. Any excess funds will be given to NKA )
Strength Training, an Introduction
Many people shy away from strength training because they believe it takes a lot of effort. If your doctor has been recommending it, here is your chance to be a good patient. Bring a mat, a pair of three- or five-pound weights, or even two cans of soup to join this intro class. We will put on some music for 20-30 minutes and discover a weight training routine to build muscle and bone strength. You can pick the amount of effort you are willing to put into your exercise. Come join us and have some fun! Class Limit: 25
Glass Blowing - Pendants
Create custom pendants in this beginner lampworking class. Poky Glass Art Studio artists will show you how to manipulate color, shape, and flow in glass. Participants will make 2 or 3 pendants in this one-hour class. Choose from a wide selection of colored frit to make a unique piece of wearable art! ALL SECTIONS ARE THE SAME CLASS; PLEASE CHOOSE ONLY ONE Section 1 – Monday: September 15; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by September 8th Section 2 – Monday: September 29; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by September 8th Section 3 – Monday: October 13; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by October 6th Section 4 – Monday: October 27; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by October 6th Section 5 – Monday: November 10; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by November 3rd Section 6 – Monday: November 24; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by November 3rd Section 7 – Monday: December 8; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by December 1st Section 8 – Monday: December 15; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by December 1st Class Limit: 4 Class Fee: $40 How to Pay: send your $40 check payable to Poky Glass Art to: Chara Boehm 336 South 12th Ave Pocatello, ID 83201 Payments for the class fees are due one week before the day of the class.
Glass Blowing - Paperweight
Create your own paperweight in this beginner soft glass class. Work alongside Poky Glass Art Studio artists to create a work of glass art! Participants will make a solid glass paperweight swirled with color. Choose from a wide selection of colored frit to make something you can display, while learning the basics of soft glass in our furnace. Participants may have time to make more than one paperweight, but each additional paperweight will have a $35 fee applied for material cost. ALL SECTIONS ARE THE SAME CLASS; PLEASE CHOOSE ONLY ONE Section 1 – Monday: September 15; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by September 8th Section 2 – Monday: September 29; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by September 8th Section 3 – Monday: October 13; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by October 6th Section 4 – Monday: October 27; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by October 6th Section 5 – Monday: November 10; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by November 3rd Section 6 – Monday: November 24; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by November 3rd Section 7 – Monday: December 8; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by December 1st Section 8 – Monday: December 15; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by December 1st Class Limit: 4 Class Fee: $40 (for one paperweight) How to Pay: send your $40 check payable to Poky Glass Art to: Chara Boehm 336 South 12th Ave Pocatello, ID 83201 Payments for the class fees are due one week before the day of the class.
National Security Basics
America’s multi-faceted approach to U.S. National Security. How it has been shaped and how it is changing. Learn about how you benefit while traveling abroad as a U.S. citizen, as well as the security you enjoy stateside
Thanksgiving Point Adventures
Lovely day trip to Thanksgiving Point in Lehi, Utah. Experience the many beautiful flower displays that the 55 acres of Ashton Gardens has to offer. Ride the carousel and visit the Museum of Curiosities. Lunch is on your own, so bring your favorite sack lunch or dine at the Trellis Café. Continuing on, you will have your choice of museum venues…Butterfly/Insect Biosphere and Conservatory, Museum of Ancient Life, and Farm Country Living Museum. Heading home, enjoy fine dining at the world-renowned Maddox Restaurant. Activity Level: Moderate; Golf carts are available on a first come first served basis. Cost: $50 (per 2 hours) Departure Location & Address: Pocatello Regional Transport (PRT) 5815 S. 5th Ave., Pocatello. Parking is available on site. There are restrooms inside the terminal. Class Limit: 40 Fee: $130 – includes bus, bus driver tip, snacks, water, admission to Aston Gardens, the Museum of Curiosities, Butterfly/Insect Biosphere and Conservatory, Museum of Ancient Life, Farm Country Living Museum, and dinner at the Maddox.
HumTrack 2025: Hummingbird Movement and Migration Monitoring
The summer of 2025 was an extremely exciting time to be studying the area’s humming birds. We deployed novel technology to track hummingbirds on their breeding home ranges, as well as along their migration routes. We will discuss the technology used and share some preliminary results (in-press) from the study.
Pocatello Regional Transit (PRT) Training
Gain confidence and independence with our hands-on travel training designed specifically for seniors! Join us for a fun and informative experience to help you navigate public transit with ease! We will be boarding the bus at 214 E. Center St. Parking is available at SICOG. This guided session includes: How to board the bus safely and pay your fare Understanding schedules and planning your trip Tips for a comfortable and accessible ride How to request stops and get off safely Asking drivers for assistance when needed BOTH SECTIONS ARE THE SAME CLASS; PLEASE CHOOSE ONLY ONE Section 1 – Wednesday: September 10; 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Section 2 – Tuesday: October 21; 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
RV Owner Basics and Poky Travelin’ Gems RV Club
GO RV’ing (recreational vehicles)! Want to learn about the Pocatello RV club? “The Poky Travelin Gems” was previously a Good Sam RV Club. Learn about the RV trips the Gems have planned for 2026. If you’re a new RV owner, a short explanation of setup, hookup, and winter storage will be covered. Several board members from the Travelin’ Gems will be on a panel to answer any questions.