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14 New Courses Inside, Including 0 2 ll a Capitol Theater Arts Academy (CTAA) Courses (p. 11-14) F And Adult Education Classes (p. 9)!

Healthy Holiday Foods, p. 4

Origami for Beginners, p. 3

Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, p. 2-3 Bus Trips, p. 8 & 10 Computers, p. 3 Cooking, p. 4 Dance, p. 4-5 & 12-14 Employment & Training, p.5 Financial, p. 5 Fun Classes for Kids, pp. 6, 11-14 Mind & Body, p. 6

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Radio City Music Hall 2014 Christmas Spectacular, p. 8

Haunted Happenings, Salem, MA, p. 8

Adult Education, p.9

Parent & Me Soap Making, p. 3

Gift Tag Creation, p. 3

Music, p. 6 Online Classes, p. 2 Personal & Professional Growth, p. 7 Photography, p. 8 Special Event, p. 8 Theater, p. 11 Class Sites, back page Registration, p. 15

ADULT EDUCATION â&#x20AC;&#x201D; p. 9: Adult Basic Education - Reading & Math Citizenship Classes ESL (English-as-a-Second Language) Family Literacy Get with the BEAT (Out-of-School Youth) Options to Earn a Diploma: CDP, GED, NEDP Transitions to Post-Secondary Program

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Community Education: www.eastconn.org/communityed Adult Education: www.eastconn.org/adultprograms Questions? communityed@eastconn.org or 860-779-3770

Dear Community Members: We are extremely pleased to offer our Fall 2014 catalog! For over 20 years, our Adult and Community Education programs have offered a variety of convenient, affordable and high-quality programs that are designed to enrich and benefit the lives of our community. We are very pleased to announce that CTAA (Capitol Theater Arts Academy) is now under our Community Education umbrella. Look for their courses on pages 11-14 and online (www.eastconn.org/communityed). If you can’t make it to a classroom, please check out our exciting instructorfacilitated Ed2Go online courses, which are informative, enjoyable, convenient and highly interactive. Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments or suggestions for future courses. I look forward to an exciting fall and hope to see you all on our fabulous bus trips and in our classrooms! Richard Tariff EASTCONN Director of Adult Programs & Community Education 860-455-1562; rtariff@eastconn.org

Online Classes Learning on the go! With the availability of portable computing devices, make the most of your time and check out our more than 250 Ed2Go offerings! EASTCONN Community Education is proud to offer instructor-facilitated online courses that are informative, fun, convenient and highly interactive any time of the day or night. Our six-week courses are project-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links and more. Visit www.ed2go.com/eastconn/ to find the complete catalog of 250+ courses. Please note!! Online classes require you to register securely online using a MasterCard, VISA, or American Express. Do not use the registration form in this brochure to register for any online classes. Ed2Go classes are not refundable.

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Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published Creating WordPress Sites Grant Writing LSAT, GRE and SAT Prep Photoshop CS6 for the Digital Photographer Start Your Own Small Business Word and Excel 2010

ARTS, CRAFTS & HOBBIES Album-Making from A to Z

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• Identify your photo-album project ideas and any challenges. • Receive a brief introduction to the choices for getting pictures from the camera or cell phone to a printed picture. • Choose album design options that fit your goals: Slide-in albums for fastest assembly. Fast-to-Fabulous pre-printed pages. Use both for a hybrid album. • Learn major concepts, including design, adhesive, journaling and embellishment. • Create your first page, choose a concept and complete it with materials provided by instructor. • Identify your next steps to apply the info learned and complete your full project. • Class is for everyone: the creatively challenged, the busiest of the busy, and the accomplished scrap-booker alike. • Materials: Participants will bring 5 photos to use during the handson portion. Instructor will provide a variety of examples of completed albums to show and blank pages for participants to choose for their projects. Instructor will also provide any adhesive and pens that will be needed for the project. 1 Class with Mary Fee: $25; Material Fee: $5 payable to instructor Mon., Sept. 29, 6–8 p.m., EASTCONN, Hampton OR Mon., Oct. 20, 6-8 p.m., Pomfret Community School, Pomfret

Boxwood Christmas Tree Center Piece

• Create one of the most popular holiday centerpieces, at half the cost of ordering from a floral shop. • Learn the art of filling an oasis with branches of boxwood to form a 12” Christmas tree. • Adorn your piece with glass balls, bows or garland to make this a beautiful centerpiece that will last for months. • Take your centerpiece home to dry and bring it out looking like new for the following year. • Bring a glue gun, glue sticks, wire cutters and scissors to begin! 1 Class with Rita Fee:$20; Material Fee: $25 payable to instructor Thurs., Dec. 4, 6–8:30 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

Fall Paper Wreath

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Flower Rosettes

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• Learn how to assemble an “easy to make” paper wreath for fall. • Using fall-themed paper, we will create a wreath to display on a wall or door. • Finish off with a bow or other fall embellishments. This technique can be transformed into an everyday wreath or for any other season. 1 Class with Karen Fee:$15; Material Fee: $6 payable to instructor Thurs., Oct. 19, 6–8:30 p.m., Canterbury Elementary School, Canterbury • Learn to make a variety of colors, shapes and sizes of felt rosettes. • Use these flower rosettes on hats, purses, wreaths, coats, barrettes, pocketbooks and jewelry. • Enjoy making many flowers to be put on several projects to take home. • Bring glue gun, glue sticks and scissors. 1 Class with Rita Fee: $20; Material Fee: $15 payable to instructor Tues., Oct. 28, 6–8:30 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

Folk-Art Painting Christmas Ornaments

• Learn a unique technique for folk-art painting of highlighting and shading, all in one stroke. • Receive hands-on instructions and leave feeling like you are an artist. • Learn to paint poinsettias, pine and berries and evergreen trees. • For beginners as well as for advanced. 1 Class with Rita Fee: $25; Material Fee: $15 payable to instructor Tues., Nov. 25, 6–8:30 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

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ARTS, CRAFTS & HOBBIES • COMPUTERS Gift Tag Creation

Hydrangea Wreath

• Learn to arrange a wreath with blossoms of dried hydrangea to form a 12-inch, charming wreath. • Choose from an assortment of ribbon to add as the final touch. • Bring a glue gun, glue sticks and wire cutters. 1 Class with Rita Fee: $20; Material Fee: $20 payable to instructor Tues., Nov. 4, 6–8:30 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

Naked Eye Astronomy: The Autumn Constellations

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• Appreciate astronomy without the need of binoculars or a telescope (though you can bring them if you’d like). • Many people think that cities are poor locations to star gaze, but the brightest stars can be seen from just about anywhere. • Cover the major stars and constellations of the autumn months. • The first 60 minutes will be held inside, where we will observe and discuss star charts, while the last 30 minutes will be spent outside (weather permitting) for viewing the real thing. 1 Class with Aaron Fee: $20 Fri., Nov. 21, 7:30–9 p.m., RHAM High School, Hebron

Origami for Beginners

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• Learn the basics of the Japanese art of paper folding through this interactive course. • Using a new system of origami notation invented by the instructor, you will create your own origami. • Provided in class: a variety of styles and qualities of paper, but feel free to bring your own materials as well. • For a free preview, visit the instructor’s origami blog at www.AaronKrerowicz.com. 1 Class with Aaron Fee: $20; Material Fee: $5 payable to the instructor Fri., Oct. 17, 7–9 p.m., RHAM High School, Hebron

Parent & Me Soap Making

COMPUTERS

W • Create your own unique ornaments out of gift tags with the option to use a distressing technique for added character. • Decorate with Christmas embellishments. • Your ornaments can hang on your tree, garland or packages. Samples will be provided so you can see how they look both distressed and not distressed before choosing. 1 Class with Karen Fee: $15; Material Fee: $6 payable to instructor Thurs., Nov. 20, 6–8:30 p.m., Canterbury Elementary School, Canterbury

• Learn to make your own melt-and-pour soap. NEW • Leave with soap that is very moisturizing and can be used to display on your counter, use yourself or give as gifts. • After learning the technique, this is a great project you can do at home with kids. 1 Class with Karen Fee: $18/single person or $25/parent & child; Material Fee: $5/per person Thurs., Dec.. 11, 5–6:30 p.m., Canterbury Elementary School, Canterbury

Basic MS Office Word and Excel (Versions 2007 & 2010)

Gain a useful understanding of MS Word: • Work with icons and commands under the “home,” “page layout” and “insert” ribbons. • Learn how to navigate around docs, how to select/move/copy/paste text. Gain a useful understanding of MS Excel: • Learn how to navigate around the spreadsheet environment. • Know how to add and delete rows/columns/worksheets, how to format numbers vs. text, how to use/create/copy simple calculations and formulas. • Understand how to format spreadsheet documents for printing. 7 Classes with Shelly Fee: $89 Mondays, Oct. 6–Dec. 1 (no class 10/13 or 11/10) (make-up dates 12/8 & 12/15), 6–8 p.m., Stafford High School, Stafford Intro to Blogging! You can blog! • Learn to discover your own blog, step by step. • Begin blogging your message to the world or write a private blog for family and friends. • We will demystify blogging. • Leave prepared to contribute to your own blog. Note: Computer knowledge is required. 2 Classes with Jeanne Fee: $75; Materials: Laptop, Google account Thursdays, Oct. 16 & 23, 6–8 p.m., Pomfret Community School, Pomfret Blogging II

NEW • Expand your knowledge and increase efficiency with use of Blogger Dashboard, introducing gadgets, uploading files, linking posts, sharing on social media, SEO, keywords, scheduling posts and more. • Session One – Quick review of Blogger settings and use of the Dashboard and then work through the process of perfecting your blog site. Discuss addition of gadgets, images, pages, etc. Then implement best blogging techniques, writing content and refining blog posts. • Session Two – Discuss and implement SEO techniques, links within posts, sharing with social media, gaining an audience, enlisting comments and following your growing blog stats. This session puts your new knowledge together and addresses any questions about blogging. Prerequisite: Blogging I or Knowledge of Blogger.com with a functioning blog online 2 Classes with Jeanne Fee: $75; Materials: Personal laptop preferred Tuesdays, Oct. 14 & 21, 6–8 p.m., Pomfret Community School, Pomfret

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COOKING • DANCE DANCE

COOKING Fall into Winter with Hearty Soups & Stews

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• Dive into comfort Soups and Stews 101. • Learn to batch cook for a long winter.

1 Class with Heather Fee: $30; Material Fee: $10, payable to instructor Sat., Oct. 25, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., EASTCONN EVC, Columbia

Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free & Egg-Free Foods

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• Don’t let your allergies or intolerances prevent you from enjoying your favorite foods! • Learn how to use gluten-free, dairy-free and egg-free substitutes in your favorite recipes. 1 Class with Heather Fee: $30; Material Fee: $10, payable to instructor Sat., Nov. 8, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., EASTCONN EVC, Columbia

Healthy Holiday Foods

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• Healthy can be festive. • Learn how to make delicious and healthy recipes to celebrate the holidays!

1 Class with Heather Fee: $30; Material Fee: $10, payable to instructor Sat., Dec. 6, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., EASTCONN EVC, Columbia

Paleo Diet

• Achieve Optimum Health. • Figure out a meal plan that can help you lose weight and feel great! • Walk away with an eating plan and recipes. 1 Class with Heather Fee: $30 Sat., Sept. 27, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

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Planning and Preparing Healthy Meals for 1 or 2

• Learn to prepare fast, easy meals for 1 or 2 people. • Say goodbye to fast food, learn to prepare meals to eat on the go.

1 Class with Heather Fee: $30; Material Fee: $10, payable to instructor Sat., Oct. 4, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., EASTCONN EVC, Columbia

Presentation: Plating and Garnishing

• Put a little love on your plate. • Presentation is key. • Learn how to spice up your plates and WOW your guests! 1 Class with Heather Fee: $30 Sat., Nov. 22, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

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Advanced Salsa

NEW • Feel confident in your hot Salsa Latin foot work and know basic turns with partners? • Learn how to become a strong leader and attentive follower. • Take away a large variety of turns based on the cross body lead.

6 Classes with Oswaldo Fee: $60 Thursdays, Sept. 11–Oct. 16 (make-up 10/23), 6–7 p.m. OR Thursdays, Oct. 30–Dec.. 11 (no class 11/27) (make-up 12/18), 6–7 p.m. Grasshopper Arts & Dance Studio, Willimantic

Argentinean Tango Dance for Beginners

• Learn the fundamentals of this South American rhythm, which can be as romantic, sweet and relaxing as you want or it can be as exciting, animated and sharp as you desire! • Take away the principles of dance partnership el abrazo (the hug), caminatas (walks), ochos adelante y atras (forward and backward eight figures), left and right turns and the crossed or parallel system. • Sign up with a dance partner, or if you don’t have one we’ll find one for you! 6 Classes with Oswaldo Fee: $60 Thursdays, Sept. 11–Oct. 16 (make-up 10/23), 7:10–8:10 p.m. OR Thursdays, Oct. 30–Dec.. 11 (no class 11/27) (make-up 12/18), 7:10–8:10 p.m. Grasshopper Arts & Dance Studio, Willimantic

Bachata Dance for Beginners

Did you get excited about the TV contest, “Dancing with the Stars,” and wish that you were a part of it? Or perhaps you want to become a social dancer and surprise your friends, family and outsiders with your new stylish Latin steps. Then this class is for you! • Learn how to master spicy footwork from Latin rhythms, such as the Bachata. • Discover why Bachata music has become a hit in the past 10 years in the U.S. • Sign up with a dance partner, or if you don’t have one, we’ll find one for you! 6 Classes with Oswaldo Fee: $60 Thursdays, Sept. 11–Oct. 16 (make-up 10/23), 8:20–9:20 p.m. OR Thursdays, Oct. 30–Dec. 11 (no class 11/27) (make-up 12/18), 8:20–9:20 p.m. Grasshopper Arts & Dance Studio, Willimantic

Ballet for Adults

• Join us for a start-up classical ballet class for adults. NEW • Engage your core muscles while learning basic ballet positions. • Dance instruction designed for beginning to low intermediate level, but more advanced students are always welcome to join. 8 Classes with Amy Fee: $120 Fridays, Sept. 26–Nov. 21 (no class 10/31) (make-up dates 12/5 & 12/12), 5:45–7:15 p.m., EASTCONN’s Capitol Theater, Willimantic

Instructors Wanted Looking for instructors in... Finance • Barre Exercise • Computer Software/Programming & More Submit by Oct. 27, 2014 for spring! Applications: www.eastconn.org/communityed

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DANCE • EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING • FINANCIAL Hot Salsa and Cool Swing!

• Look hot learning Salsa dancing and learn to act cool learning Swing! • Have fun with two nights dancing two of the most popular of today’s ballroom dances. • Learning just three steps over four beats (Salsa) and four steps over 6 beats (Swing) will get you moving to some of the greatest Latin music and jazz from around the world – and looking great doing it. 2 Classes with Jim Fee: $40 Wednesdays, Nov. 12 & 19, 6:30–8:30 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

S.M.A.R.T Professional Bartending

• Obtain certification in this great industry and exciting profession! • S.M.A.R.T. bartending is designed to put personality and finesse back into bartending. • Develop the skills to make you feel comfortable and competent. • Participants must be 18 or older. No real alcohol is used. 4 Classes with Paul Fee: $149; Material Fee: $20 payable to instructor Thursdays, Oct. 30–Nov. 20 (12/4 make-up date), 5–9 p.m. EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

Secrets of Swing, Waltz and Merengue for Beginners

• Reveal the secrets of ballroom dancing and have FUN learning 3 of the most popular ballroom dances: SWING, WALTZ and MERENGUE for beginners! • Learn a complete routine in each dance style and have song lists to help you continue your learning at home. • Have fun, get exercise and meet active people dancing to the greatest Swing and Latin tunes of all time. • Join us whether you’re adults or teens, singles or couples. NO partner or previous dance experience necessary. 2 Classes with Jim Fee: $40 Wednesdays, Oct. 8 & 15, 6:30–8:30 p.m., Lyman Memorial High School, Lebanon

EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING • Video-based, instructor-led. • Students will learn how to perform CPR and Automat External Defibrillator, AED use and basic first-aid. • Handouts provided; a certificate is provided upon successful completion of the course. 1 Class with Don or Carly Fee: $55; Materials Fee: $25 payable to instructor Wed., Oct. 15, 5–9 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic OR Thurs., Nov. 6, 5–9 p.m., EASTCONN, Hampton OR Tues., Dec.. 9, 5–9 p.m., Plainfield High School, Plainfield • Have you recently experienced an employment transition? • Learn how to keep your financial house in order and preserve your lifestyle. 1 Class with Metlife Fee: $15 Tues., Sept. 16, 6–7:30 p.m., EASTCONN NLC, Danielson OR Tues., Sept. 30, 6–7:30 p.m., Plainfield High School, Plainfield OR Thurs., Oct. 16, 6–7:30 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

ServSafe Certification

Love & Money: Financial Tips for Couples

• Money issues are with us every day, from buying groceries NEW to planning a vacation to paying our rent or mortgage. • Review the common concerns couples have handling finances including savers vs spenders, financial infidelity, combining incomes and carrying debt. • Learn how to work with your partner, as a team, to help resolve these issues to create a more meaningful and fuller relationship. 1 Class with MetLife Fee: $15 Wed., Oct. 1, 6–7:30 p.m., RHAM High School, Hebron

Personal Finance for College Students

American Red Cross CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid

Employment Transition: Preparing for Change

FINANCIAL

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Improve your job marketability! Employers hold people with this certification in high regard. • Every food service operation is required by the State of Connecticut to employ at least one Qualified Food Operator. • Learn Connecticut’s requirements to become a qualified food operator. • Groups requiring a private session should contact EASTCONN’s Community Education Department. 3 Classes with Jim Fee: $85; Material Fee: $100, payable to instructor Tuesdays, Sept. 16–30, 5:30–8:30 p.m. OR Tuesdays, Nov. 18, 25 & Dec. 2, 5:30–8:30 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

NEW • Understand and manage personal finances to make a big difference in your long-term financial health! • Take away the info needed to make wise spending, saving and credit decisions starting at college and beyond. • Learn strategies and tools to manage your money responsibly, and gain knowledge and confidence to make daily financial decisions that positively impact your life. • Topics include preparing a personal budget, managing a checking account, making investments, understanding insurance and housing needs, managing credit, and saving for retirement. In addition, students will get an overview of conducting a job search. 8 Classes with Arthur Fee: $150 Tuesdays, Sept. 30–Dec. 2 (no class on 11/11, 11/25) (make-up dates 12/9), 6:30–8 p.m. EASTCONN, Hampton Smart Money Moves in Your 20’s and 30’s

NEW • Learn ten important tips; from creating a budget to establishing an emergency fund to making the most of your retirement savings. • Are you just out of school to ten or more years into your career? Get smart on money today! 1 Class with Metlife Fee: $15 Tues., Nov. 18, 6–7:30 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic Women and Investing: Planning Your Financial Journey

W • Join us and learn how to start making investment and insurance decisions. • Discover the advantages of financial planning and staying on track. • Learn how to maximize your employee benefits and take control of the distribution of your money. 1 Class with Metlife Fee: $15 Thurs., Sept. 11, 6–7:30 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

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FUN CLASSES FOR KIDS • MIND & BODY • MUSIC

FUN CLASSES FOR KIDS Chocolate Extravaganza! (Grades 1-8)

EW • Enjoy making chocolate lollipops, choosing from several shape options. • Learn how to make chocolate-covered pretzels and crispy chocolate cups with colored sprinkles! • Take home your hand-made treats at the end of the night! 1 Class with Karen Fee: $15; Material Fee: $5 payable to instructor Fri., Oct. 17, 4–5:30 p.m., Putnam Elementary School, Putnam Design Your Own Sock Puppets (Grades K-6)

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• Join us and show your creative side! • Experience the fun of making sock puppets that will give hours of play. • Complete your puppet by using a variety of decorative embellishments. 1 Class with Karen Fee: $15; Material Fee: $5 payable to instructor Fri., Nov. 14, 4–5:30 p.m., Pomfret Community School, Pomfret

MIND & BODY

Zumba in Willimantic 7 Classes with Oswaldo Fee: $40; Walk-in: $8 per class Tuesdays, Oct. 14–Nov. 25 (12/2 make-up), 5–6 p.m. OR Saturdays, Sept. 20–Nov. 1, 9–10 a.m. OR Saturdays, Nov. 15–Jan. 10 (no class 11/29 or 12/27, make-up 1/17), 9–10 a.m. Grasshopper Arts & Dance Studio, Willimantic

MUSIC How to Play Piano by Ear

W • Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries: how to play songs without relying on music. • Enjoy this ideal follow-up to Just ONCE Piano or to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. • Learn with this practical presentation of music theory in everyday language that includes predicting chord progressions, learning to play from recordings and transposing. 1 Class with Aaron Fee: $59; Materials: Workbook/practice CD included Sat, Oct. 18, 9–11:30 a.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic Just ONCE Guitar for Busy People

• Focus on breath technique and modifications for all bodies in this yoga class. • Alternate between poses that strengthen and those that release stress. 6 Classes with Sherry Fee: $40 Wednesdays, Sept. 10–Oct. 15 (10/22 make-up date), 10–11 a.m. OR Wednesdays, Oct. 29–Dec. 3 (12/10 make-up date), 10–11 a.m. Family Center for Natural Wellness, Putnam

• Learn enough about playing the guitar in just a few hours to give you years of musical enjoyment. • Understand basic chords and play along with your favorite songs right away. • Bring your acoustic guitar. • For ages 13+. 1 Class with Elias Fee: $59 Mon., Sept. 22, 6:30–9 p.m., RHAM High School, Hebron

Intro to Yoga

Just ONCE Piano for Hopelessly Busy People

Gentle Yoga for Every “Body”

• Engage in this introductory Yoga experience. • Learn yoga’s central techniques of: centered breathing, stretching and low impact postures to awaken mind, body and spirit. • Yoga uses slow transitions of the postures to create a mind body connection. • This class utilizes mindfulness to help us listen to our bodies and connect to where it is we need connection. 6 Classes with Bonnie Fee: $40 Mondays, Sept. 15–Nov. 3 (no class 10/13, 10/20) (make-up 11/10), 6–7 p.m. OR Mondays, Nov. 17–Dec. 22 (make-up 1/12), 6–7 p.m., Killingly Memorial School

ZUMBA ™

Are you ready to party yourself into shape? • Enjoy an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorieburning dance fitness-party™. • Engage in an easy-to-do, effective and totally exhilarating fitness experience. Zumba in Pomfret 7 Classes with Linda Fee: $40; Walk-in: $8 per class Mondays, Sept. 8–Oct. 27 (no class 10/13) (make-up date 11/3), 6:30–7:30 p.m. OR Mondays, Nov. 10 – Dec. 22 (1/5 & 1/12 make-up dates), 6:30–7:30 p.m. Pomfret Community School, Pomfret

• Learn enough secrets of the trade to start playing any song in just one session. • Learn piano chords that allow you to play any song, any style and in any key.

1 Class with Aaron Fee: $59 Sat., Sept. 27, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

Music Theory Made Simple

• Learn music theory in simple terms. NEW • Gain more enjoyment and knowledge when playing an instrument. • Take this opportunity to learn and utilize the concepts of basic music theory, reading and writing musical notation, rhythms and key signatures combined with using proper musical terminology. • Our goal is to understand that music should be a challenge but always with a smile on your face! Target age 12+. 6 Classes with James Fee: $45 Wednesdays, Sept. 10–Oct. 15 (10/22 make-up), 6–7 p.m., Plainfield High School OR Wednesdays, Oct. 29 – Dec. 10 (11/26 no class) (12/17 make-up), 6–7 p.m. Pomfret Community School, Pomfret

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PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL GROWTH Get Retirement Ready

PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL GROWTH Affordable Healthcare & the CT Marketplace

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• Are you considering applying? Do you want a better understanding of what affordable healthcare can offer? Join this info session! • Understand the eligibility requirements, available plans and how they can keep you healthier! • Leave being able to create your own account with Access Health CT and be able to start the process required to complete an application during the open enrollment period (Nov. 15, 2014 – Feb. 15, 2015). 1 Class with Access staff Fee: FREE Thurs., Oct. 16, 6:30–8 p.m., Plainfield High School, Plainfield OR Tues., Nov. 18, 6:30–8 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic OR Wed., Dec. 3, 6:30–8 p.m., Putnam High School, Putnam

Become a Foster and/or Adoptive Parent

Families Wanted! • Ever thought of opening your heart, home and door to become a foster and/or adoptive parent? • Learn more about fostering and adopting in Connecticut.

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• Identify the decisions you will need to make as you approach retirement. • Think about sources of retirement income, employer distribution options, lump sum vs rollover, health insurance options and relocation decisions. • Take away a better overall understanding of your retirement planning needs. 1 Class with Metlife Staff Fee: $15 Wed., Oct. 8, 6–7:30 p.m., EASTCONN NLC, Danielson

Planning for College

• College comes with major financial decisions. Now is the time to make a plan. • When the future includes paying for college, this workshop will send you home with important insight and guidance. 1 Class with Metlife Staff Fee: $15 Wed., Sept. 24, 6–7:30 p.m., Plainfield High School, Plainfield OR Wed., Oct. 29, 6–7:30 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

Savvy Social Security for the Baby Boomers

1 Class with Lori Fee: $10 Mon., Sept. 29, 6–7:30 p.m., Plainfield High School, Plainfield OR Sat., Oct. 18, 10–11:30 a.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic OR Wed., Nov. 19, 6–7:30 p.m., Putnam Middle School, Putnam OR Tues., Dec. 2, 6–7:30 p.m., EASTCONN, Hampton

Join this informative one-night seminar covering the basics of Social Security. • Understand strategies for maximizing your benefits. • Learn important factors to consider in deciding when to apply for benefits; when it makes sense to delay benefits, how to coordinate benefits with your spouse; how to minimize taxes on Social Security benefits; and how to coordinate Social Security with your other sources of retirement income. 1 Class with Charles Fee: $15 Thurs., Oct. 23, 6:30–8 p.m., RHAM High School, Hebron OR Tues., Nov. 4, 6:30–8 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

Coin Collecting

Understanding Retirement Healthcare

This class is for everyone, from longtime collectors to beginners. • Learn about Civil War tokens, Comstock Lode, Branch Mints, Southern Gold and more. • Discover the best places to purchase your collection. • Understand how to determine condition and rarity of your coins. 2 Classes with Victor Fee: $20 Tuesdays, Oct. 21 & 28, 6–8 p.m., EASTCONN NLC, Danielson

• Learn all about important pre- and post-retirement healthcare decisions. • Find out what Medicare does and does not cover. • Leave feeling more prepared for the future.

1 Class with Metlife Staff Fee: $15 Wed., Oct. 15, 6–7:30 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic OR Tues., Nov. 4, 6–7:30 p.m., EASTCONN NLC, Danielson

Energy Connection

• Explore the energy you can use to connect to your NEW prosperity potential. • Learn about Meditation and your Chakra Energy Centers. • Enjoy a relaxing Chakra Nurturing Meditation with Lynn, allowing you to align with your positive energy flow. • Jan will then gently guide you, using Hypnotherapy, to release blocks that challenge your energy to attract prosperity. 1 Class with Lynn Fee: $25 Mon., Sept. 15, 6-8 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

Estate Planning

• Learn about establishing and prioritizing estate planning goals. • Understand the impact of federal estate taxes, setting up wills and trusts and many other strategies with a professional in the field.

1 Class with Metlife Staff Fee: $15 Wed., Nov. 12, 6-7:30 p.m., Plainfield High School, Plainfield

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PHOTOGRAPHY • SPECIAL EVENTS/BUS TRIPS PHOTOGRAPHY Choosing & Using Canon Lenses

Are you confused and overwhelmed when it comes to choosing lenses for your Canon 35mm DSLR camera? • Learn what different lenses do (Canon makes over 70 lenses in their extensive EOS system) and when they are used. • Understand how the choice of your Canon EOS lens will impact your images and how your lenses can be used to capture your subjects more creatively. • Take away the jargon, benefits, features and technologies of the Canon EOS lens, as well as extenders, extension tubes, lens accessories and much more! 3 Classes with Photographer Ron Fee: $85 Thursdays & Monday, Oct. 9, 16 & 20, 6–9 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

Digital Photography Made Easy!

• Learn 35mm photography by learning just two camera modes! • Understand the basic recipe called “the photographer’s triangle.” • Better your photography by understanding the technical and artistic methods.

1 Class with Photographer Ron Fee: $35; Materials: 35mm digital camera Thurs., Sept. 4, 6–9 p.m., EASTCONN CLC, Willimantic

Introduction to the Point & Shoot digital camera

Recently purchased (or thinking about getting) a digital camera? • Get a hands-on understanding of what all the buttons, dials, symbols and menu items mean. • Learn step-by-step how to use and understand your camera’s abilities. • Receive visual examples and an instructor by your side to answer all of your questions. 1 Class with Photographer Ron Fee: $35; Materials: 35mm digital camera Mon., Oct. 6, 6–9 p.m., EASTCONN NLC, Danielson

Nature Photography Made Easy!

• Develop your photographic eye in pursuit of capturing various themes in nature. • Hands-on field trip will teach you the basics of how to “see” your subjects. • Learn how to maximize your photographic tools. • Cover topics such as good light, scouting your site and best angles, proper techniques in the field, do’s and don’ts, tips and tricks, lens selection, filters, SLR camera techniques, composition and much more. • Instructor is available for immediate feedback in the field to help you take your photography to the next level. 1 Class with Photographer Ron Fee: $35; Materials: 35mm digital camera, DSLR and tripod highly recommended Sat., Sept. 6, 4–7 p.m., The Airline State Park Trail – North

SPECIAL EVENT An Evening of Spirit Communication • Psychic medium, Joanne Gerber returns to EASTCONN on Friday, Nov. 14. • Bring a group and enjoy a variety of appetizers and desserts at our conference center in Hampton. • Joanne’s demonstration will include delivery of messages from loved ones passed. “Joanne is known for her natural ability to bring evidential messages from those in the spirit world. Her warm and loving energy radiates truth and integrity in all of her work as a clairvoyant, clairaudient, and clairsentient.” excerpted from J. Gerber’s Web site, www.joannegerber.com. • Doors open at 6 p.m. Socialize for the first hour, then hear messages from Joanne, and to conclude the evening Joanne will mingle and answer questions. NOTE: Doors will close promptly at 6 p.m., no entry will be allowed so as not to disturb Joanne’s presentation. Friday, November 14 Fee: $45

BUS TRIPS Sit back, relax and leave the driving to us! 2014 Christmas Spectacular

• Radio City Music Hall’s Christmas Spectacular features the worldrenowned Rockettes! • Enjoy holiday fun in the city with extra time to go shopping or taken in all of the city’s holiday wonder! • Enjoy dinner at Carmine’s: http://www.carminesnyc.com/ • Includes roundtrip motorcoach transportation, Christmas show ticket, extra time to explore they surrounding city, dining, sightseeing & tour director. Sunday, November 9 Fee: $179 Estimated Pick-Up Time: 6:30 a.m.; Pick-Up Location: East Hartford Commuter Lot

Haunted Happenings

• Join America’s most exciting Halloween Festival in the bewitching seaport of Salem, MA. • Explore either The Salem Witch Museum (historical look at Salem’s Witch Trials) OR The Witches Cottage (Witchcraft and Ghost show at the Griffen Theatre). • Spend your free time exploring the haunted happenings around Salem. • Includes roundtrip motorcoach transportation, tickets to one of either the Salem Witch Museum OR The Witches Cottage, a tour director, maps, restaurant suggestions and event schedules will also be provided for your own exploration. Saturday, October 25 Fee: $83 Estimated Pick-Up Time: 8 a.m.; Pick-Up Location: East Hartford Commuter Lot

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ADULT EDUCATION

g Options to Earn a Diploma

g Citizenship Classes

• CDP (Credit Diploma Program)

This program offers students options for earning credits toward a high school diploma. In addition to granting credit for classroom courses and distance learning, students (17 and older) may be awarded credits for a variety of life experiences, such as military service and various vocational trainings. An EASTCONN High School Diploma is granted upon successful completion of the program.

• GED (General Educational Development) The CT State Diploma

This classroom-based course prepares students to pass the State of Connecticut-administered General Educational Development (GED) exam. Writing, math, science, social studies, and reading are covered in the curriculum. The course is designed to offer students, ages 17 or older, an alternative route to earn a Connecticut State High School Diploma. Students must be 17 or older to take the GED exam. Individuals, ages 17 or 18, must submit documentation that they have been withdrawn from school for at least six months prior to the exam, or that the class they entered ninth-grade with has graduated. Preparation and testing are available in English or Spanish. The new GED is a computerized exam. We offer instruction on computers to prepare you for this new testing format. La preparación y la prueba de GED está disponibles en inglés o español. • NEDP (National External Diploma

Program)

This program provides an alternative for adults who have gained skills through life experiences and demonstrated competency in a certain area. The NEDP is an electronic portfolio assessment program that offers weekly one-on-one meetings with staff, but no classroom instruction. An EASTCONN High School Diploma is granted upon successful completion of the program. Call to make an appointment.

! N O I T N E T AT

This classroom-based program provides free preparation and instruction to foreign-born adults who wish to become American Citizens.

g ESL (English-as-a-Second-Language) Instruction is designed for adults who have limited proficiency

in the English language. Instructional emphasis is on listening and speaking, but reading and writing are also included. Teachers individualize instruction to meet the needs of the students.

g Family Literacy

EASTCONN partners with Head Start to provide a family literacy program. Windham parents and families with Englishas-a-Second-Language (ESL) needs will benefit from this program.

g Reading & Math Adult Basic Education

Adult Basic Education classes are offered for students to work on basic reading, writing and math skills. Instructional levels range from beginning to pre-GED readiness.

g Get with the BEAT (Out-of-School Youth)

This high school completion/employment program for eligible out-of-school youth between the ages of 17 and 21, is funded by the Eastern Connecticut Workforce Investment Board. The program is designed to assist eligible out-ofschool youth who want to move from high school drop-out to high school graduate, to advance from unemployed to gainfully employed, and to enter post-secondary programs. A case manager will work with participants to help them overcome barriers that prevent them from being successful in school and in the workplace.

g Transitions to Post-Secondary Program

This program will help EASTCONN Adult Education students navigate the post-secondary maze and successfully enter college or training programs that will increase their earning potential. Students will also have the opportunity to prepare for college courses with computer skills and academic college readiness courses.

Fall Sessions offered in the: Willimantic-Area • 860-423-2591

• Community Learning Center • RHAM High School • Stafford High School • Village Heights • Windham Family Literacy • Windham Heights

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• Goodwill • Northeast Learning Center • Plainfield Early Childhood Center • Putnam Elementary School

www.eastconn.org/adultprograms Adult Education Programs are provided free of charge and are supported in part by Boards of Education for the residents of the following towns: • Hebron • Scotland • Andover • Killingly • Stafford • Brooklyn • Lebanon • Sterling • Canterbury • Marlborough • Thompson • Chaplin • Plainfield • Union • Columbia • Pomfret • Windham • Eastford • Putnam • Woodstock • Hampton

The GED test has changed!

Scores from before 2014 are no longer applicable toward a GED. Call now for more information. Willimantic: 860-423-2591 OR Danielson: 860-779-3770

EASTCONN is in compliance with Connecticut General Statutes Sec.10-73 (a)(c) and does not charge a fee for any textbooks or materials used in the mandated program areas. Individuals with a disability who require an accommodation in order to participate in any class, program, activity, or when taking the GED exam, please contact Phyllis Bonneau, 860-455-1593.

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BUS TRIPS Historic Deerfield Fall Foliage Tour

NEW • Celebrate the splendor of the New England Fall Foliage! • Enjoy lunch at the Deerfield Inn, featuring a Harvest menu. • Stop at the Flynt Center of Early New England Life to learn the significance of Historic Deerfield, the Museum’s Attic (open storage of museum collections), and visit the Yankee Candle Company. • Enjoy a Guided tour of the street and a tour of the Williams house (depicting its 1817 renovation in the latest style and featuring the latest technologies of the era. • Includes roundtrip motorcoach transportation, lunch at Deerfield Inn, tickets to museum, guided tours, a stop at Yankee Candle Company and a tour director. Sunday, October 5 Fee: $107 Estmated Pick-Up Time: 7 a.m.; Pick-Up Location: East Hartford Commuter Lot Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade & The Christmas Show

• Usher in the holiday season with the Macy’s Thanksgiving NEW Day Parade! • Enjoy the famous balloons, floats, marching bands and as always, Santa Claus! • Catch The Radio City Music Hall’s Christmas Spectacular, starring the world famous Rockettes! • Includes roundtrip motorcoach transportation with drop off at FAO Schwartz on 5th Ave between 58th & 59th Streets, time to explore the city at the holidays, Ticket to the 2014 Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall, & a tour director. Thursday, November 27 Fee: $179 Estimated Pick-Up Time: 4:15 a.m.; Pick-Up Location: East Hartford Commuter Lot

Martha’s Vineyard

• Sight-see in one of New England’s most popular and NEW picturesque destinations. • Ride the Steamship from Cape Cod out to Martha’s Vineyard. • Experience a local-guided island tour. • Enjoy leisure time for lunch and shopping. • Includes roundtrip motorcoach transportation, roundtrip steamship authority from Woods Hole to Oak Bluffs, an island tour guide, and extra time for personal exploration. Saturday, September 13 Fee: $119 Estimated Pick-Up Time: 5:30 a.m.; Pick-Up Location: East Hartford Commuter Lot

[Feedback from a bus trip] 1) The comfort of taking the bus and not having to drive, and being with a group of good people. 2) Feeling safe that the bus picks you up and you know where to get it 3) A good chaperone that is very informed and makes sure we all have contact information in case we get lost or can’t find our way to the bus. This all makes a nice trip. Thank you Sandra — Hope to see you in Sept. – Cynthia and Eric

New Hampshire Fall Foliage

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• New Hampshire showcases its glorious foliage as billions of leaves change from green to a kaleidoscope of colors! • Cruise Lake Winnipesaukee on board the M/S Mount Washington (a first-class, 230-ft excursion ship). The lake is surrounded by Ossipee, Belknap and Sandwich mountain ranges and on a clear day you can see the top of Mount Washington. • Emjoy lunch (with a fabulous turkey dinner catered by Hart’s Turkey Farm, established in 1954) on board the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad, as you travel from Meredith to Lakefront, New Hampshire with the only “lakeside view” in New England. • Visit the Kellerhaus, New Hampshire’s oldest candy (since 1906) and ice cream (since 1920) makers! • Includes roundtrip motorcoach transportation, lake cruise, train ride through scenic NH with lunch, a stop at Kellerhaus and a tour director. Saturday, October 4 Fee: $155 Estimated Pick-Up Time: 5:30 a.m.; Pick-Up Location: East Hartford Commuter Lot

Newport Holiday

NEW • Explore three magnificent mansions, including the Breakers (a Vanderbilt mansion), with music, tours and holiday decorations. • Catch up on some holiday shopping at Bowen’s Wharf and Brick Market. • Spend your Sunday afternoon in historical Newport luxury. • Includes roundtrip motorcoach transportation, admission to the Breakers featuring “Sunday Afternoon” holiday entertainment, explore the Ocean Drive mansions with a local guide, free time to shop or dine, and a tour director. Sunday, December 7 Fee: $86 Estimated Pick-Up Time: 6 a.m.; Pick-Up Location: East Hartford Commuter Lot Vermont Fall Foliage

W • Experience Vermont during the most spectacular season in New England! • Ride the Green Mountain Railroad from White River Junction to Thetford, along the majestic Connecticut River with a panoramic view of the White Mountain foothills and a wildlife sanctuary. • Stop at the Vermont Country Store; in business for 60 years, they take pride in being the purveyors of the practical and hard-to-find. • Enjoy magnificent New England cuisine using locally sourced food and the cooking style of the Putney Inn (contemporary, delicately balancing creativity with New England tradition). • Includes roundtrip luxury motorcoach transportation, railroad ticket, time to shop at the Vermont Country Store, dinner at Putney Inn and a tour director. Saturday, October 11 Fee: $146 Estimated Pick-Up Time: 6:30 a.m.; Pick-Up Location: East Hartford Commuter Lot

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Capitol Theater Arts Academy Classes Theater • Musical Theater Program THEATER CTAA endeavors to provide opportunities for young performers to grow progressively through our Theater and Musical Theater program. Each class is designed to give students the tools necessary to become skilled performing artists. Students begin at the level appropriate to them and may grow through the classes offered.

Acting 1: Creating the Actor’s Toolbox (Ages 8-12)

Actors have a “toolbox” of skills and talents from which to draw. This class will teach, encourage, and sharpen the actor’s tools — voice, body and imagination — through exercises, games, and skits. Students will also develop self-confidence and the ability to be creative collaboratively! This class covers basic acting principles including action, objective, obstacles, conflict, beats, and being in the moment while incorporating fundamentals of movement, voice, and improvisation essential to the art of acting. Students will examine scripts, perform character analysis, learn about actors’ journals and perform a final presentation for families. 13 Classes with Dan Fee: $130 Mondays, Sept. 8–Dec. 8, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Stage Combat (Ages 12+)

Students will learn the basics of stage combat, as well as techniques used by film and stage actors, to portray combat safely. We will learn hand-tohand techniques and work using stage-safe swords. We will also learn the basics of creating a whole fight scene. No previous experience is necessary. Solid-toed shoes are strongly recommended for each class. This class requires movement; please dress appropriately. 13 Classes with Shane Fee: $130 Wednesdays, Sept. 10–Dec. 10 (no class 11/26), 6-7 p.m.

Shakespeare (Ages 12+)

Shakespeare is a great tool to help actors develop an understanding of dialogue, characters and emotions. Through monologues and scene work, students will develop a working knowledge of how to understand and accurately portray Shakespeare. Students will explore important tools for speaking the text, including scansion (analysis of verse into rhythmical patterns), First Folio work, and closer analysis of the Bard’s words to understand their

true meaning. 13 Classes with Shane Fee: $130 Wednesdays, Sept. 10–Dec. 10 (no class 11/26), 7–8 p.m.

Acting 2 (Ages 10-16)

Building upon the skills students already have, this class will concentrate on voice, body and imagination. They will work to develop self-confidence through theater games and group work. Students will learn to analyze characters for their qualities, characteristics and motivations. A final presentation for families will take place at the end of the semester.

14 Classes with Dan Saturdays, Sept. 6–Dec. 13, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

MUSICAL THEATER PROGRAM Capitol Theater Arts Academy presents Alice in Wonderland! (Ages 10+)

Fee: $140

Script Analysis (Ages 12+)

The answers to how an actor or director should approach the text of a script are in the text. In this class, learn techniques to help you act within the truth of the moment and have fun! Analyzing the script creates a blueprint of clear choices that activates the actor to play truthfully and impulsively under the given circumstances. This class will teach you how to break down scenes simply and specifically. Script analysis is an organizational skill and a collaborative tool that helps you make clear and confident choices in your preparation, so in performance you can feel free to work viscerally, boldly and bravely. 14 Classes with Dan Fee: $140 Saturdays, Sept. 6–Dec. 13, 12–1 p.m.

Acting & Comedy Improvisation (Ages 10-14)

Lewis Carroll’s unflappable young heroine, Alice, takes a tumble down an enchanted rabbit hole to an off-kilter world of mock turtles, dancing flora, punctual rabbits and mad tea parties. Playing cards hold court and nothing is as it seems in this land where whimsy and wordplay are the order of the day. Will Alice be able to find her footing in this bizarre place?! More importantly, will she ever figure out how to get home? CTAA’s popular Musical Theater Program returns with Lewis Carroll’s classic tale of a girl who travels to a magical land. Students will spend rehearsals working on blocking, music and dances to create a show that will be performed for three public performances. Public performances on March 13 & 14, 2015. Classes with Shane and Kasia Fee: $525 Tuesdays & Thursdays, Sept. 9–Mar. 17 (no class 11/11, 11/27, 12/23, 12/25, 12/30, 1/1), 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Comedic Improvisation, like “Whose Line is it Anyway?,” is not scripted but requires building blocks to create successful scenes. Students will develop the confidence to take control of the stage, develop cool characters and funny situations and support fellow performers. Using shows such as “Saturday Night Live,” “Monty Python,” and “Second City TV” as inspiration, we will work on the skills necessary to create great comedy sketches. This class will be a blast, so come with your improv and writing shoes on. A performance will take place for families at the end of the semester. 13 Classes with Dan Fee: $130 Mondays, Sept. 8–Dec. 8, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

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Capitol Theater Arts Academy Classes EARLY CHILDHOOD DANCE • BALLET DANCE

Early Childhood Dance

Ballet 2/3* (Ages 7-10)

This class is appropriate for both Ballet 2 and Ballet 3 students. Please see appropriate level for full class description. 13 Classes with Amy Fee: $165 Tuesdays, Sept. 9–Dec. 9 (no class 11/11), 5–6:15 p.m.

Ballet 3 (Ages 8-10)

This low-intermediate class is designed for the dancer with 3 or more years of training. Students will work on intricate patterns, learning to combine the feet, legs, arms and head. Students will work on more complex turns and begin preparations for pointe work. Balance will be emphasized in center work to improve upon turns and adagios. Flexibility will be increased as well as strength, poise, and coordination. 14 Classes with Priska Fee: $210 Saturdays, Sept. 6–Dec. 13 (no class 11/29), 12:15–1:45 p.m.

Pre-Ballet (Ages 3-5) In this beginning Ballet class, students learn the joy of movement while the basic positions and movements of classical Ballet are introduced. There is less traditional barre work and more independent movement, exploring balancing, hopping, skipping, jumping, galloping, age appropriate stretches, basic positions of the feet and arms, the concept of parallel vs. turned out legs and feet and Ballet class etiquette. Basic Ballet skills, terminology, rhythm, and coordination are taught, practiced and developed through creative movement, music and mime in a supportive and supervised environment. 14 Classes with Emily Fee: $70 Saturdays, Sept. 6–Dec. 13, 9:30–10 a.m.

Ballet 3/4* (Ages 8-12)

This class is appropriate for both Ballet 3 and Ballet 4 students. Please see appropriate level for full class description. 13 Classes with Amy Fee: $195 Mondays, Sept. 8–Dec. 8 (no class 10/13), 5–6:30 p.m.

Creative Movement (Ages 4-6)

Children are introduced to the joy of dancing in this introductory class. They learn basic dance skills and explore movement and coordination of their bodies through music, rhythm, poems/stories and props. Perfect for children who love to move! 13 Classes with Alana Fee: $65 Saturdays, Sept. 6–Dec. 6 (no class 11/29), 12:45–1:15 p.m.

Ballet Dress Code: Pink leather or canvas ballet slippers, leotard, and pink tights. Please clear warm-ups with instructor first. Hair must be secured up off the face when taking class. No jewelry (including braided wrist and ankle bands, watches or rings) may be worn in class. Ballet slippers and toe shoes must have elastic and ribbons sewn on.

Ballet 1 (Ages 5-7)

In this beginning Ballet class, the basic concepts learned in Pre-Ballet are reinforced and the more traditional format of barre followed by center exercises is introduced. Moving in time with music becomes more important, as well as memorization of Ballet terminology. Special attention is paid to encourage proper muscle memory so that alignment issues require less revision in more advanced classes. 13 Classes with Amy Fee: $130 Wednesdays, Sept. 10–Dec. 10 (no class 11/26), 5–6 p.m. OR Thursdays, Sept. 11–Dec. 11 (no class 11/27), 5–6 p.m. OR 14 Classes with Chloe Fee: $140 Saturdays, Sept. 6–Dec. 13 (no class 11/29), 10–11 a.m.

Ballet 2 (Ages 6-9)

Students expand their knowledge of basic vocabulary, learning more advanced steps and using them in more complex combinations in this basic Ballet class. Ballet 2 students work on the building blocks of muscle memory that will lead to simple pirouettes, as well as petit and grand allegro. Flexibility will be encouraged, alignment refined, and musicality reinforced. 14 Classes with Paige Fee: $175 Saturdays, Sept. 6–Dec. 13 (no class 11/29), 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m.

Ballet 4

In this intermediate-level class, barre work begins to resemble the standard comprehensive Ballet barre, while invoking more musicality and memory work. Preparation for pointe work is also emphasized. In center floor, students are taught to master standard intermediate work, such as double pirouettes en dehors and en dedans, tour piqué, full épaulement, petit allegro with counter accents, beginning batterie, 16-count adagios and beginning work on intermediate grand allegro movements, such as grand jeté interlacé. Students who wish to go en pointe must take class twice a week to build the proper strength. 13 Classes with Amy Fee: $195 Tuesdays, Sept. 9–Dec. 9 (no class 11/11), 6:15–7:45 p.m. OR Thursdays, Sept. 11–Dec. 11 (no class 11/27), 6–7:30 p.m.

Ballet 4/5*

This class is appropriate for both Ballet 4 and Ballet 5 students. Please see appropriate level for full class description. 13 Classes with Amy Fee: $195 Wednesdays, Sept. 10–Dec. 10, 6–7:30 p.m.

*About Combined Classes Students benefit both by being challenged and by leading, so as they progress through the levels, we like to see students contrast a “challenge” level class against a class at their “mastery” level. For the more advanced, the “mastery” class is an opportunity to build confidence and leadership skills by modeling clean technique in more familiar steps for their less advanced peers. For those less advanced, it’s an opportunity to be exposed to new challenges while mixing in with more advanced peers.

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Capitol Theater Arts Academy Classes BALLET • POINTE • JAZZ/MODERN, TAP, HIP-HOP Ballet 5

Advanced Ballet

The goal of this class is to ensure familiarity with the full Ballet vocabulary so that attention to musicality can begin to dominate, with the goal of technique becoming transparent. Longer combinations will demand more advanced memory work. Students are introduced to more complex batterie, advanced multiple pirouettes, fouettes and work toward advanced flexibility. This is the final level before Advanced Ballet. 12 Classes with Amy Fee: $180 Fridays, Sept. 12–Dec. 12 (no class 10/31, 11/28), 3:30–5 p.m. Students explore a more advanced vocabulary through more complex combinations, honing skills toward major metropolitan standards and enabling a more artistic expression of movement. 13 Classes with Amy Fee: $195 Mondays, Sept. 8–Dec. 8 (no class 10/13), 6:30–8 p.m.

Pointe Classes In order to ensure that students are continuing to build strength while taking pointe, all pointe students must be enrolled in 2 Ballet technique classes. No exceptions.

Jazz/Modern, Tap, Hip-Hop Dress Codes: Jazz/Modern Students: Leotard and stirrup/footless tights or pants and t-shirt/tank top (no baggy warm-up clothing). Hip-Hop Students: Leotard and stirrup/footless tights or pants and t-shirt/tank top (no baggy warm-up clothing). Jazz sneakers or dedicated pair of street sneakers worn inside only. No shoes worn outdoors allowed in the dance studio. No black soles. Tap Students: Leotard and stirrup/footless tights or pants and t-shirt/tank top (no baggy warm-up clothing). Tap shoes.

Jazz/Modern & Tap 1 (Ages 6-9)

Students learn to dance using Jazz and Modern dance styles with an emphasis on using the whole body and self-expression and spatial awareness. The Tap portion will teach basic vocabulary, styles and fundamentals of Tap through technique, floor progressions and dance combinations. Creativity will be encouraged through improvisation. 13 Classes with Alana Fee: $130 Saturdays, Sept. 6–Dec. 6 (no class 11/29), 9–10 a.m.

Jazz/Modern & Tap 2 (Ages 8-10)

Students move beyond the basics in this intermediate-level class. They will develop the freedom, power and dynamics of Jazz and Modern dance styles. Technique, floor progressions and dance combinations will focus on refining Tap skills for clarity of sound and steps. 13 Classes with Alana Fee: $130 Saturdays, Sept. 6–Dec. 6 (no class 11/29), 10–11 a.m.

Pointe 1/2

In this introduction to pointe work class, students learn to put on pointe shoes properly and how to break them in. Class exercises work to improve ankle alignment, flexibility and strength, and to perfect the center of balance necessary for pointe. Most class work takes place at the barre. One required class for Pointe 1 is Ballet 4 along with one other Ballet class. By permission of the instructor; requiring enrollment in the preceding technique class. 13 Classes with Amy Fee: $65 Thursdays, Sept. 11–Dec. 11 (no class 11/27), 7:30–8 p.m.

Pointe 2/3

This class is for students in their second year of pointe study, who will begin spending more time off the barre, working on more demanding steps, pirouettes, and traveling turns, and then incorporating these into simple enchainements. One required class for Pointe 2 is Ballet 4/5 along with one other Ballet class. By permission of the instructor; requiring enrollment in the preceding technique class. 13 Classes with Amy Fee: $65 Wednesdays, Sept. 9–Dec. 10 (no class 11/26), 7:30–8 p.m.

Advanced Pointe

This class is for students with two or more years experience in pointe. Students will work on mastering advanced pointe technique. Advanced Pointe requires enrollment in 2 Ballet technique classes. By permission of the instructor; requiring enrollment in the preceding technique class. 13 Classes with Amy Fee: $110 Mondays, Sept. 8–Dec. 8 (no class 10/13), 8–8:45 p.m. OR 12 Classes with Amy Fee: $105 Fridays, Sept. 12–Dec. 12 (no class 10/31, 11/28), 5–5:45 p.m.

Jazz/Modern 3

Students learn to dance with an emphasis on using the whole body, selfexpression, and spatial awareness. Specific historical styles of dance associated with Modern dance pioneers will be incorporated including Horton, Limon, Graham and Cunningham. Creativity will be encouraged through improvisation. 12 Classes with Alana Fee: $120 Wednesdays, Sept. 10–Dec. 3 (no class 11/26), 6:15–7:15 p.m.

Hip-Hop (Ages 7-10)

Students learn rhythm, musicality and coordination, while exploring the fundamentals of Jazz dance on which Hip-Hop is based. Creativity will be encouraged. This is an age-appropriate class. 13 Classes with Alana Fee: $130 Saturdays, Sept. 6–Dec. 6 (no class 11/29), 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Boys’ Hip-Hop (Ages 7-13)

In this age-appropriate boys only hip-hop class, students will explore the fundamentals of hip-hop and jazz dance, on which hip-hop is based. Musicality and rhythm will be a focus. Physicality and creativity will be encouraged. Students must wear clean dance sneakers with support. 13 Classes with Alana Fee: $110 Saturdays, Sept. 6–Dec. 6 (no class 11/29), 12–12:45 p.m.

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Capitol Theater Arts Academy Classes JAZZ/MODERN, TAP, HIP-HOP • PRIVATE LESSONS Tap 3

Students further their knowledge of Tap vocabulary, styles, and fundamentals through technique, floor progressions and dance combinations at a more advanced level. Technique will focus on faster, more intricate footwork, with rhythms and patterns providing the development for more speed, clarity and dynamics. 12 Classes with Alana Fee: $105 Wednesdays, Sept. 10–Dec. 3 (no class 11/26), 5:30–6:15 p.m.

Youth Dance Performance Ensemble 1 (Ages 8-12)

Open to members of the Youth Ensemble or interested new members of appropriate age with previous dance experience, with Artistic Director’s permission. This is a Jazz, Modern and Ballet dance performing group where students contribute to the creation of original dance pieces to be performed for organization-related functions or in the community, on occasion. Students must also take at least one technique class per week. 12 Classes with Alana Fee: $120 Wednesdays, Sept. 10–Dec. 3 (no class 11/26), 5:30–6:15 p.m., 7:15–8:15 p.m.

Private Lessons

Dance | Creative Writing Cartooning | Piano | Voice | Acting Private lessons develop artistic skills in people of all skill levels and are a vital component for excellence. Our one-on-one lessons with a professional instructor will help increase facility, dedication, and capacity. Students of all ages develop and hone their skills for auditions or performances in a supportive and professional atmosphere. We offer lessons in all our dance forms, as well as in piano, voice, creative writing, and visual arts. This year, we offer two sessions of lessons. Lessons will be scheduled one day per week, Monday through Saturday, at a mutually convenient time. Sign up before September 5 for fall lessons and receive one free lesson. 12 Weeks, September 6–December 6, 2014 (make-ups will be held the week of December 8) Fee: Half-Hour: $20/lesson; Discounted 12 lessons: $220 (regularly $240)

Youth Dance Performance Ensemble 2 (Ages 9+)

Open to members of the Youth Ensemble with advancing technique or interested new members of appropriate age with previous dance experience, with Artistic Director’s permission. This is a Jazz, Modern and Ballet dance performing group where students contribute to the creation of original dance pieces to be performed for organization-related functions or in the community, on occasion. Students must also take at least one technique class per week and are encouraged to take two or more. 12 Classes with Alana Fee: $120 Wednesdays, Sept. 10–Dec. 3 (no class 11/26), 7:45–8:45 p.m.

Hour: $35/lesson; Discounted 12 lessons: $400 (regularly $420)

Private Lessons are not eligible for Paid In Full/EASTCONN employee or ACT student/MultiClass discounts.

CTAA (Capitol Theater Arts Academy) No Class Dates: 10/13........... Columbus Day 10/31........... Halloween 11/11 ........... Veteran’s Day 11/26-29...... Thanksgiving Enrollment: • Students are strongly encouraged to register at least one week in advance.

Make-Ups: There is a built-in make-up class included in tuition, by charging for one less class than the number of class meetings. When instructors know in advance about cancellations, we adjust the price accordingly. Please speak with your child’s instructor about make-ups. Questions? Contact CTAA at 860-465-5636 x1, or 860-779-3770.

• All classes must have a minimum enrollment of 4 in order to run. • If your child has special needs, please notify CTAA at least one week in advance and we will do our best to accommodate him/her. • CTAA reserves the right to request the withdrawal of any student whose behavior is deemed inappropriate or harmful to anyone in the facility. Students are expected to regularly attend all classes for which they are registered.

Visit us on Facebook (www.eastconn.org/facebook) for more information on CTAA classes, private lessons and events.

Cancellation & Refund Policy: • A student who misses a regularly scheduled class will not receive a refund, except as noted below. • Refunds for a student’s cancellation of a class or workshop will only be given for medical reasons and require a physician’s note, submitted within 30 days of the last scheduled class. In this case, if a student withdraws from a course during the semester, credit can only be given from the date the student notified CTAA in writing. • In the event of inclement weather, classes may be cancelled. Please call 860-465-5636 x1 for a list of cancellations. You may also check on 1400 AM WILI or i98.3 FM radio, or NBC30 Connecticut TV.

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Community Education & CTAA Registration Registration: Paid pre-registration is required for all classes. Registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served, PAID basis. Classes run contingent upon PAID enrollment and may be cancelled or postponed due to insufficient registrations. If class is cancelled or postponed, you will be notified using the contact information you provide with your registration. Payment: Please make checks payable to “EASTCONN Community Education.” Phone and fax registrations accepted with VISA and MasterCard only.

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Accessibility and Accommodation Requests: If you have a disability and require an accommodation in order to participate in any program or activity, please call 860-7793770 at least two weeks prior to the class and/or event so that the appropriate arrangements may be made. Weather Cancellations: If EASTCONN and/or the school or site at which your class takes place is closed due to inclement weather, your class will not meet. Should bad weather develop during the day, class cancellations will be announced by late afternoon. Adult Education classes on pages 4 & 5 of this catalog will be cancelled on WVIT NBC30 TV; or, listen to radio stations 98.3 FM, 97.5 FM, WINY 1350 AM, or WILI 1400 AM. Weather-related cancellations for all other Community Education classes will be listed on the home page of the EASTCONN Web site at www.eastconn.org, and on the Community Education Facebook page. Directions to Class Sites: Class sites are listed on the back of this catalog. Directions to class sites are available upon request.

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Confirmation/Receipts: All confirmations and receipts are sent via e-mail. If an e-mail address is not provided, you will not receive a confirmation. If class is cancelled and time permits, notification is provided via e-mail. In the event an e-mail is not provided and time permits, we will contact registrants via the phone number provided at the time of registration. Refund Policy: A full refund will be issued ONLY when EASTCONN Community Education cancels a course. If you decide not to take a class, there will be no refund. No refunds apply to one-day classes or bus trips. Please allow one month from cancellation notification to receive your voucher.

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TOTAL: Materials Fees: Some classes involve extra costs to pay for materials. Materials fees, which are listed in the course description, are not included in the registration fee unless otherwise noted and should be paid directly to the instructor.

How did you hear about EASTCONN’s Community Ed/CTAA Classes? c E-mail c Newspaper c Radio c Online c Other

Payment Options: Your registration must be paid in full to confirm your seat in any class/event. c Cash

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Personal checks must display current address, phone, and driver's license information.

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Register and pay with credit card online at www.eastconn.org/communityed or, mail to Northeast Learning Center, 111 Connecticut Mills Avenue, Danielson, CT 06239 Disclaimer: As a service to the community, EASTCONN offers Community Education courses in various areas of interest. These courses are conducted by persons experienced in their respective fields, but who may have certain perspectives and biases about their subject matter to which EASTCONN, its agents and/or employees do not necessarily subscribe. Therefore, it should be understood by those enrolling in Community Education courses that EASTCONN and its employees and agents, as a general matter, do not endorse the opinions, personal advice or political perspectives of Community Education instructors. In addition, registrants acting on the personal advice of a Community Education instructor do so at their own risk. By enrolling in a Community Education course, each registrant agrees that he/she waives any and all claims against EASTCONN, its agents and employees with respect to the above.

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EASTCONN Community Education Class Sites CTAA Dancers present The Nutcracker n Auditions for The Nutcracker Saturday, September 13 | 2:30-4:30 p.m. Auditions will be held for key roles in our winter dance production. Rehearsals will take place during classes with additional rehearsals for soloists. Students must be enrolled in at least one CTAA fall class to participate in this show. n Rehearsals will be held Dec. 15-19. n Show Dates: Friday, Dec. 19 & Saturday, Dec. 20 | 7:00 p.m. Sunday, December 21 | 2:00 p.m. This winter, CTAA is delighted to present The Nutcracker as their annual winter show. This holiday classic opens with a Christmas party at the Stahlbaum house, where Clara’s Godfather Drosselmeyer gives her a Nutcracker. After the guests leave, Clara falls asleep and her dreams come to life before your eyes.

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HAMPTON • EASTCONN Administrative Offices & Conference Center 376 Hartford Tpke, Hampton HEBRON • RHAM High School 85 Wall Street, Hebron LEBANON • Lyman Memorial High School 917 Exeter Rd., Lebanon KILLINGLY • EASTCONN NLC (Northeast Learning Center) 111 Connecticut Mills Ave., Danielson • Killingly Memorial School 339 Main St., Killingly PLAINFIELD • Plainfield High School 105 Putnam Rd., Central Village POMFRET • Pomfret Community School 20 Pomfret St., Pomfret

STAFFORD • Stafford High School 145 Orcuttville Rd., Stafford WILLIMANTIC • EASTCONN’s Capitol Theater 896 Main St., Willimantic • EASTCONN CLC (Community Learning Center) Windham Mills, 322 Main St., Willimantic • Grasshopper Arts & Dance Studio 1125 Main St., Willimantic The Air Line State Park Trail – North is largely frequented by equestrians, hikers, cross-country skiers and mountain bikers. Start at the Goodwin State Forest Conservation Center off Route 6 in Hampton for the best option. From here to Route 44 in Pomfret, the Air Line Trail is quite scenic. The trail stretches farther north and east, all the way to the borders of Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Parking and Trail Access The Goodwin State Forest Conservation Center is on Potter Road off of Route 6 in Hampton. There is parking available approximately 200 yards from the trail.

PUTNAM • Family Center for Natural Wellness 174 Providence St., Putnam • Putnam High School 126 Church St., Putnam • Putnam Elementary School 35 Wicker St., Putnam • Putnam Middle School 35 Wicker St., Putnam

We encourage you to register early. It can often make or break a course. Please consider your schedule when signing up for a class.

It is the policy of EASTCONN that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be discriminated against under any program because of race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability or any other classification protected by state or federal law.

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