NCE Catalog Fall 2016 by Newton Community Education

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FALL 2016

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fall 2016

cover artist: Cheryl O’Neil Cover artist Cheryl O’Neil’s pastel painting, “Maine Blues,” was inspired by photos she took on a trip to coastal Maine, a favorite travel destination and source of creative inspiration for both Cheryl and her husband, David. Originally an acrylic and oil painter, Cheryl started her journey with pastels by studying under NCE instructor Cyrus Whittier. She was instantly struck by the vibrant palette and versatility afforded by this medium. The subjects of Cheryl’s pantings range from landscapes and botanicals to still lifes and animals. Her works exhibit painterly strokes, bold color, and a strong sense of composition. Maine is just one source of inspiration for Cheryl. She’s also inspired when setting up her easel on Martha’s Vineyard or Florida’s Sanibel Island, as well as when she’s right here in Newton along the shores of Crystal Lake. Her love of painting and travel has also led her to Provence, where she painted with her teacher, Jeanne R. Smith. She currently enjoys painting alongside fellow NCE cover artist and dear friend, Ann Marie O’Dowd. From a young age, Cheryl has understood the power of art as an expressive tool. As a registered art therapist and certified art teacher, she has worked in the field of mental health and has taught art to children and adults in Newton, where she lives with her husband. She is continually inspired by the creativity of her mother, aunt, and niece, who are also artists. See more of Cheryl’s artwork at www.cherylroneil.com. Become an artist under Cheryl’s tutelage! See our new Intro to Art class for adults on page 5. Younger aspiring artists, we’re especially delighted that Cheryl will be joining the NCE Kids staff this fall. See our Art Odyssey class on page 51.

Calling All Artists! Show your stuff at Celebrate Newton, NCE’s own juried craft fair on Sunday, December 4. Learn all about it at celebratenewton.com.

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what’s new? daytime classes! If you flip longingly through our catalog pages but can’t get out at night to attend our evening classes, we’ve got you covered. We’ve worked out partnerships with the Russian School of Math and NewTV to use their facilities for NCE Daytime classes. We hope you’ll enjoy our offerings this Fall—you can learn Spanish, free your inner writer, or get insight into your appearance; retirees can join their peers for a lively roundtable discussion, and tech wannabes can improve their iPhone or Windows computing skills. It’s a small sampling for now, but we hope to add more daytime classes in the future. Let us know what you’d like to see! daytime classes

Conscious Parenting • page 34 Get Hooked on Mah Jongg • page 46 Getting the Most from your iPhone • page 13 Intro to Windows 10 • page 10 Spanish Beginner 1 • page 29

Spanish Beyond Beginner • page 29 Write Now! • page 47 Your Perfect Color Palette • page 35 Your Figure: from Flawed to Fabulous • page 35 You’ve Retired! Now What? • page 35

About Us Newton Community Education is a self-sustaining arm of the Newton Public Schools, open to all students, regardless of residence. We provide educational, social, cultural, spiritual, and vocational programs to adults and children, endeavoring to provide high-quality classes at reasonable costs. For more information, please visit our website: www.newtoncommunityed.org.

Newton North High School, Room 101 457 Walnut Street, Newtonville, MA 02460 email: staff@newtoncommunityed.org Phone: 617-559-6999 Fax: 617-559-6998 Monday–Friday 8:30am–5pm Monday–Thursday 5–8pm when evening classes are in session at Newton North.

Newton South High School, Satellite Office 140 Brandeis Road, Newton Centre MA 02459 Phone: 617-559-6508 Monday–Thursday 5:30–8pm when evening classes are in session at Newton South. During the day by appointment only (617-559-6716).

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notes featured teacher: Gary Tucker I remember clearly the words of my art teacher in high school: “Gary, if you really want to know more about this activity of painting, you will need to teach it.” Ms. Fahs’ words didn’t return to me until many years later when I was to teach a basic watercolor class for NCE. Admittedly, my decision to teach art came from the lowest of motivation (I needed money). As soon as I signed the contract I hesitated, unsure if I could stand in front of a class and present something meaningful to them. I knew how to draw and paint by myself, but how was I to teach this craft? But then I remembered Ms. Fahs’ words and was compelled to try. Week 1. A student announced, “I have zero talent but I’ve wanted to learn to draw since high school.” I had no response then, but have thought about this over the past 15 years. I know now that talent is not necessary to draw or paint. All you need is time and humility—finding the time is the harder. So I give homework each week. Despite initial raised eyebrows and mumbled excuses, after the first few weeks I was being asked “What is this week’s homework?” The weekly homework review has become one of the highlights of my classes. The truth is that it is at home, when the artist is drawing and painting by himself, that the deepest learning takes place. Week 4: “You know, the world looks new to me these days; I see color in the shadows!” Who knew that learning to draw or paint would make the world appear a better place? We are training our eyes and brains to see more. Most of the time in our day-to-day lives our seeing is of the practical kind (is that a banana or a branch I am about to eat?); learning a visual art form puts us in tune with our surroundings so we learn to enjoy the simple act of looking, and marveling. Honestly I have learned more about painting and drawing through teaching than I did during four years at art school. I am grateful to Ms. Fahs for those words uttered long ago, to NCE for opening a door for me, and of course to my students who keep me coming through that door.

GARY’s classes this Fall: Basic Drawing page 5 Watercolor Painting for Beginners page 6

Table of Contents Class Categories

Art & Photography..................................5 Business & Career ...................................9 Certificate Programs..............................44 Computers & Technology . ....................10 Crafts & Needlework.............................14 Dance & Fitness ....................................17 English Language Learners (ELL). .........20 Food & Drink.........................................22 HiSET™ .................................................28 Home & Garden.....................................28 Languages............................................29 Lifetime Learning..................................32 Mind, Body, & Soul ...............................34 Mindfulness Series................................33 Money & Real Estate.............................39 Music & Theatre Arts ............................41 Online Learning . ..................................44 Recreation ............................................45 Writing & Speaking ..............................47 Kids Categories

Family Programs...................................49 Classes for Elementary Schoolers..........50 Classes for Middle Schoolers.................57 Classes for High Schoolers.....................59 Nuts & Bolts

General Info & Policies . ........................62

Don’t Wait! Sign up now for the class you want to take. We must decide whether or not a class is running a week before its start date, and your registration can make the difference. Some classes fill quickly, so register early to avoid disapointment.

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staff picks Robin’s picks Conscious Parenting

with Cindy Kaplan (page 34) What makes me most excited about my new classes each term are the instructors I meet during the programming/hiring process. What I love most about Cindy is her wisdom and sincerity. She truly cares about parents becoming the best for their kids. Cindy wants children to thrive and teaches parents to support and guide their kids in a calm, loving manner.

Abstract Painting

with Paola Page (page 7) Paola’s work is gorgeous! She’s very knowledgeable about abstract painting and wants to share her love of this art form. She comes to us from the Museum School at Tufts and hopes to get students hooked on abstract art.

Science of Cooking

with Kimi Ceridon (page 23) Kimi is a chef and an MIT-trained engineer! I’m not a science person, but I love her approach to cooking through the lens of science. This fall, she’s offering a few cooking classes as well as a cheese-tasting class. Here’s the complete list: Let it Rise; Browning without Burning; The Almighty Egg; Caramel, Taffy, Brittle; Artisan Cheese Tasting.

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Want to know why we pick what we pick for our Staff Picks page each term? Here’s a little insight.

Susan’s picks Stock Market Game for Adults

with Peter Yaffe (page 39) Finally, adults can play too! With Brexit and our upcoming elections, who knows what our stock market will do? It’s a fascinating time to try this out with an experienced teacher, and hey, I want to see how adults do versus kids.

Moby Dick

with Matthew Sisson (page 47) We haven’t had a literature class in at least six years, and Matthew’s passion about this book is unbelievably compelling. If you’ve EVER thought you might want to tackle this tome, he’s a fun and interesting guy—he has a lot to say about the book, Melville, and more. Where else would you have a former steel fabricator/erector turned poet teaching about Moby Dick?!

Lisa’s picks ChesS

with many different instructors! (page 51) This is a really big deal—we have Chess at every elementary school this fall! Plus we have two middle school chess classes and four advanced chess classes. You’d think I’d play myself by now. Not yet, but I’m getting the bug, just a bit. Chess is a world unto itself, with its tight community in Boston and beyond. Lots of kids want in, and we’re giving them the chance.

Art Odyssey

with Cheryl O’Neil (page 51) I love our catalog cover art this term. Every time I see a printout (which is the stage we’re at as I write this), I find a new detail I adore. What a way to see a blueberry! But I digress… I’m excited about this art class because the teacher is our catalog cover artist. She’s full of ideas, and maybe one of her students will be an NCE cover artist too, some day...

ACROSS the Blue/ Red Divide

Hands-on Electronics with Circuit Lab staff

with Maggie Herzig (page 39)

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It’s become more and more apparent to me that as a community and as a country, we need to learn how to talk to people we disagree with. Maggie is a pro at helping folks do this with a very practical approach. I hope this class inspires some interesting political discussions.

I am often approached by new science educators, but technology ones don’t come along every day. When I met Jake, the director of Circuit Lab, I liked him right away. He’s been in science education for a long time, and he gets what kids want to learn and how they learn. This class teaches programming and electronics in, as its names suggests, a very hands-on way. I think the projects are really cool and kids will love them.

art & photography

try something new… Basic Drawing Gary Tucker, Instructor

Art & Photography intro to art Cheryl O’Neil, Instructor This class is for the easily intimidated. Adult coloring books are all the rage now, and we’re putting them to great use here. They provide a perfect medium for an introduction to color theory and an exploration of how various materials are used to achieve desired effects in art. Our instructor will provide an assortment of outlined illustrations, project samples, and lessons on how to use each material you choose. You’ll experiment with watercolor, colored pencils, felt tip markers, watercolor pencils, and more, as you color under her guidance. You’ll leave the class with finished artwork and skills you can apply when you’re ready to choose your own subject matter to draw or paint. All levels welcome. Note: A $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class.

A132-F16 $53 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm October 25–November 1

Drawing, the most approachable form of visual art, is an excellent precursor to painting, illustration, web design, animation, and more. It is also satisfying and challenging on its own. Through the practice of drawing we learn to see the world around us—and then interpret it. Our instructor will provide demonstrations and exercises in basic design using line, contour, shape, texture, composition, shadow and light. Each week you’ll work from a different still life. In addition, there will be homework assignments and weekly critiques. New and returning students welcome. Note: Bring a 9x12 sketchbook, kneaded eraser, 2B, 4B, and 6B pencils, and a pencil sharpener. A $7 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.

A100-F16 $227 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

Sargent’s Method of Drawing for Beginners Jack Neylan, Instructor John Singer Sargent’s paintings are world-renowned for their technique and beauty. However, during his lifetime as an artist and teacher, Sargent spent much of his time drawing. Sargent saw drawing not only as a valid medium in its own right, but as the fundamental medium for any artist. Learn Sargent’s techniques for drawing in both graphite and charcoal. You’ll begin with recreating his drawings and then gradually work towards creating your own work uti-

lizing his methods. The course will culminate in two live-model sessions. Note: Bring graphite pencils, charcoal pencils, and an 18x24 drawing pad to class. A $10-$20 model fee is payable to the instructor.

A141-F16 $188 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

Pastel Drawing Cyrus Whittier, Instructor Whether you work in fine detail or more broadly, join us and learn about linear strokes, cross-hatching, scumbling, feathering, and blending. There will be plenty of demonstrations to guide you along the way as you practice your technique on a wide variety of subjects from flowers to metal objects. Expect to progress from a restricted palette to full color compositions, focusing on how to identify and adjust the colors you observe. All levels, new and returning students welcome. Note: Bring a small box of medium grade vine charcoal sticks, two General’s 2B medium charcoal pencils, a kneadable and a Pink Pearl eraser, a chamois cloth, and a 14” x 17” pad of quality charcoal paper to the first class.

A230-F16 $207 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

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Illustrating Children’s Books Pamela Levy, Instructor Learn how to illustrate a story. Whether you’re planning a career in the field or just want to add pictures to your own book, you can learn from a professional illustrator. This class will take you through the process of developing small ‘thumbnails’ through more finished sketches which we will make into a ‘dummy’ book. We’ll discuss pacing, unity, character and book design, choices of color palette, medium, and style. Bring a completed story (need not be your own) and a book or two that you admire to the first class. Returning students are welcome to continue their projects in the second 4 weeks of class. We’ll talk about navigating the publishing market and how to make submissions, and, if time allows, create a finished sample illustration. Expect to do work at home. Note: A $5 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.

A122-F16 $188/First time students 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12 $122/Returning students Oct 26–Nov 16

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The Colored Pencil Cyrus Whittier, Instructor

Chinese Brush Painting Michelle Yu, Instructor

Colored pencils empower the artist to create works that incorporate aspects of both drawing and painting. In this class, we will work with simple still life set-ups to study key concepts for handling the medium in a relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere. Basic drawing skills are recommended but not required. New and returning students welcome.

Chinese brush painting originated in China thousands of years ago, earlier than the Chinese invention of paper. The Ancient Chinese painted with bamboo sheets, silk cloth, and rice paper. Today, artists are constantly adding to these time-tested techniques. Varying gradients of three items: paper, ink and a brush, generate designs in thousands of manners. Learn to paint peony, bamboo, lily and pine, birds, animals, and landscape mountains. Through instructor demonstration and in-class participation, you will also learn how to manipulate ink and watercolors in order to create wonderful visual effects and develop your own style and interpretation of this beautiful craft. All levels welcome.

Note: Bring a set of 36 Prismacolor Soft Lead Colored Pencils, a hand-held sharpener, a Mars Staedtler Plastic eraser, and a 9x12 pad of Stonehenge white paper to the first session.

A241-F16 $194 7 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm September 19–November 21 No class Oct 3 & 10, Nov 14

Watercolor Painting for Beginners Gary Tucker, Instructor Experience the joy of watercolor on paper. We’ll explore the fundamentals and surprises of painting with watercolors as well as the variety of techniques available to the watercolorist. Through instructor demos and a series of painting exercises, you’ll develop your own style as you become more comfortable painting with this media. Classes will emphasize personal expression in a creative and relaxed environment. We’ll review artwork in class and engage in critiques. New and returning students welcome. Note: See online class listing for required materials. A $7 fee for still-life setups is payable to the instructor at the first class.

A176-F16 $227 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

Note: See online class listing for materials list.

A137-F16 $188 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm September 27–November 15 No class October 11

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Abstract Watercolor Painting Jeanne Gugino, Instructor Explore new directions in your art through abstract painting— a process that’s challenging and rewarding. We’ll begin with a discussion about abstraction in art—why the release of creative flow is so important, and how to free-up your painting when you’re stuck. We’ll view art by early cultures and artists—the driving forces behind this movement—and through in-class demonstrations, you’ll learn watercolor painting techniques such as wet-in-wet, pouring, spattering, and more. We’ll review homework in class and you’ll learn positive ways to critique art. Individual attention will be provided. Beginning and experienced painters welcome. Note: Bring your watercolor paints, brushes, water containers (3), tape, board that’s larger than your paper size (11x15 sheets or pads), and watercolor paper: 140 lb, cold pressed. A $5 materials fee is payable to the instructor.

A127-F16 $172 7 Mondays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm September 19–November 14 No class Oct 3 & 10

Intro to Acrylic Painting Jack Neylan, Instructor Many artists enjoy working with acrylics for its advantages: it can be manipulated for various visual results, acrylics are water-based (instead of solvents, which are toxic), and they dry very fast—so it is easy to learn quickly! Explore art in this medium and learn how to paint with acrylics. We will cover essential foundation skills such as how to set up your palette, color mixing and theory, and composition. Class work will include a variety of painting projects including observational painting from still lifes, photographs, and portraits.

Landscape Painting Zhanna Cantor, Instructor

Impressionist Painting Zhanna Cantor, Instructor

Learn to paint landscapes from imagination and photographs of nature using acrylics or oils. Improve your technique by learning about perspective, color mixing, and value. We’ll practice rendering trees, rocks, water, and other elements of nature. Supportive class critiques will be part of the process. New and returning students welcome.

The Impressionist movement, which included artists such as Monet, Renoir, and Pissaro, developed in France during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The genre is characterized by the way artists render reflected light using small strokes of bold color. Students will receive individualized instruction to develop at their own pace. New and returning students welcome.

Note: Bring a pencil; acrylic or oil paints (acrylic is recommended for beginners); three or more flat brushes (1/4”, 1/2”, and 1-1/2”); either acrylic paper, canvas board, or stretched canvas; a pallet; and a jar for water (for acrylic) or turpentine (for oil paints). See online class listing for materials list.

A107-F16 $180 7 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 28–November 16 No class October 12

Abstract Painting Paola Page, Instructor Explore abstract painting concepts as you learn to paint with acrylics, an extremely versatile medium that’s perfect for abstract painting. Inspired by masters such as Pollock, Mondrian, and Kandinsky, you’ll experiment with shapes, textures, color fields, palette-knife techniques. There will be room to interpret from traditional subjects. Expect to learn many different abstract painting techniques. Open to all levels. Note: See online class listing for materials list.

A131-F16 $207 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

Note: Bring acrylic or oil paints (acrylic is recommended for beginners); a pencil; three or more flat bristle brushes (1/4”, 1/2”, and 1-1/2”), acrylic paper, canvas board, or stretched canvas, a pallet, and a jar for water (for acrylic) or turpentine (for oil paints). See online class listing for materials list.

A104-F16 $180 7 Mondays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 26–November 21 No class Oct 3 & 10

Intro to Marketing Your Art Jenn Sherr, Instructor Learn all the skills you need to market your own art, from getting accepted to juried exhibits, to building your confidence as you’re growing your art as a business. We’ll discuss serving the client, gallery, and needs of the marketplace, and we’ll focus on creating marketing plans and distribution structures as you set long term goals. Through class discussions, exercises, and worksheets, you’ll build a strong foundation to become a successful artist and businessperson. This is a beginners class.

A678-F16 $53 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm November 2–November 9

Note: See online class listing for materials list.

A190-F16 $172 7 Mondays @ Newton South 7–9pm September 19–November 21 No class Oct 3 & 10, Nov 14

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art & photography

Taking Better Pictures with your Digital Camera Steve McGrath, Instructor If you’re just getting to know your digital camera and its features, take this opportunity to learn from an expert. Learn how and when to use your camera’s special features such as program and manual modes, aperture, and shutter priority. We’ll also discuss basic composition and how to best use light for different situations, such as shooting plants, people, extreme close-ups, and landscapes. Handouts provided. Note: Bring your camera and one or two of your prints to share with the class.

A671-F16 $69 2 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6–8pm September 20–September 27

Digital Photography: Beyond Beginner Steve McGrath, Instructor Learn how to operate your camera in semi-automatic and manual modes and create sharp, high quality images with the appropriate depth of field. You’ll discover how to choose the right combination of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO as we examine how to use light in challenging situations and create interesting photos. Other technical aspects will be addressed including exposure compensation, light metering, and autofocus. We’ll also discuss how to best compose images for maximum artistic effect. The emphasis will be on outdoor photography; there will be plenty of opportunity to present your photography for group critique and analysis. Handouts provided. Prerequisite: our Intro to Digital Photography class or comparable experience. Note: Bring your digital SLR camera.

A216-F16 $156 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

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Outdoor Photography Steve McGrath, Instructor Explore the basics of outdoor nature photography in this hands-on workshop. This class is about taking photos that shine and tell a story, not about learning your camera’s specific controls. The type of camera does not matter. Combining indoor and outdoor lectures, we’ll explore shooting techniques— use of angles, light, shadow, subject—and then use these skills in the field to produce photos that you love. Be prepared to do some extensive walking around. During our final classroom session, we’ll have a slideshow and review our work as a group. All levels welcome. Note: Bring your camera to class.

A143-F16 $81 2 Tuesdays @ Newton South 5:30–8pm October 4–October 18 No class October 11 New

Digital Photography: Using Any Smartphone or Tablet Jason Rich, Instructor Learn how to take professional-quality, eye-catching photos using the camera built into your smartphone or tablet. Discover tips for taking better photos in any situation, plus become more comfortable using the camera app built into your device. Then, learn how to edit, enhance, print, share, and organize your photos using your smartphone or tablet, as well as third-party photography apps and services. Note: This class is designed for amateur level, non-tech-savvy people who want to take better photos using a mobile device.

A138-F16 $40 Thursday October 6 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Wildlife Photography Workshop Steve McGrath, Instructor Learn how to take amazing photos of animals during a private session at the Franklin Park Zoo. Capturing wildlife on film requires not only patience and time, but also knowledge of how to photograph your subject. Learn how to use your digital camera: get tips on how to access white balance and ISO, as you take close-ups of wildlife. With so many great subjects available, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to practice your skills. Handouts provided. Note: The first class meets at the zoo’s main entrance at 12-3pm on October 15. Purchase your own entry ticket at that time. (Our instructor will be wearing a photo vest.) Dress for the weather. Zoo location: 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston. Directions: franklinparkzoo.org. The second class will meet at Newton South High School, 7-9pm. Bring your charged camera to both classes.

A116-F16 $81 Saturday October 15 @ Franklin Park Zoo 12–3pm & Thursday October 20 @ Newton South 7–9pm

Advanced Photography Steve McGrath, Instructor Start taking pictures like a true visual storyteller. Through exercises in light, color, and composition, you’ll learn various methods to improve your shooting techniques. We’ll review individual images, as well as bodies of work by contemporary photographers. We’ll break into teams for group photo shoots, and critique and fine-tune our projects as we evaluate what makes a successful image. Expect homework so you can practice what you learn in class. Plan to finish this course with a compilation of photographs and a greater understanding of this art form. Basic knowledge of your camera and use of shutter speeds, aperture, and ISO are recommended. Handouts provided. Note: Bring your fully-charged camera.

A125-F16 $133 6 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 28–November 9 No class October 12

business & career

Enough with the Likes, Make $ with Facebook! Angela Pitter, Instructor

Business & Career New

Grantwriting 101 Hillel Bromberg, Instructor You need funds for your nonprofit organization; foundations have money to give away. The link between them is called a “grant proposal,” and this lecture, taught by an experienced grant writer, provides a whirlwind tour of its parts and how to approach them. We’ll start with some broad concepts: what is a proposal, what are its elements, what is the writing process, and how best to use your team. Then we will get down to specifics, exploring each of the major sections of a typical proposal. We’ll also discuss other elements of the submission package like the letter of intent, budget, and supplementary materials. You’ll come away with ideas about how to approach funders via grant proposals, what makes a proposal readable and effective, what reviewers look for, resources to use, and pitfalls to avoid, and what it takes to be noticed by foundations. There will be time at the end of the lecture for Q&A.

B310-F16 $34 Tuesday October 25 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm

In a past survey, business owners overwhelmingly preferred to have a Facebook page with 2 million fans instead of a televised Superbowl ad! If you currently have a Facebook business page with at least 30 “likes”, you can learn how to grow your audience. Understand how to optimize your business page, maximize viewer engagement, and attract more followers. Discover apps that will help you build email lists, run contests, schedule events, find content, and source graphics. Learn how to use Facebook statistics to improve your competitive advantage and get you noticed! This is an intensive course for business owners who want to maximize their online presence. Note: Class meets in two sessions with a break in between to give you time to implement what you’ve learned.

B305-F16 $82 2 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm September 29–October 13

Introducing Yourself or Your Business in 30 Seconds (or less) Deb Elbaum, Instructor Imagine that you have 30 seconds (or less!) to explain what you do, what projects you are passionate about, or what your business is all about. Can you do it? If not, we’ll help you learn to give an “elevator speech” with ease and poise. It’s not just about the rehearsing, though we’ll cover that—we’ll go over body language, word choice, getting feedback, and above all else, how to grab someone’s attention with a compelling and interesting story. Be prepared to practice. We’ll help you!

Match Your Career to Your Personality: Work Happy! Ilene Rudman, Instructor Believe it or not, some people actually enjoy going to work! If you aren’t one of those people, or if you can’t decide what sort of work would suit you best, this is the class for you. We’ll use the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) to help you understand your innate personality and identify a range of satisfying career choices. We’ll explore how people get energized, process information, make decisions, and conduct their lives. The MBTI is a highly reliable instrument that has been used for decades to help people make career and other important life decisions. Note: Bring $15 to the first class for the cost of the MBTI.

B103-F16 $58 2 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:45–8:15pm October 20–October 27

Voice-Overs... Now is Your Time! Dan Levine, Instructor In what could be the one of most enlightening two hours you’ve ever spent, we’ll show you how you could actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos and more. You’ll learn about a unique, outside-of-the-box way to cash in on one of the most lucrative full or parttime careers out there. This is a business that you can handle on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with practically no overhead. And now is the best time to make this happen as new companies are looking for new voices like never before!

B291-F16 $44 Wednesday October 5 @ Newton North 6:30–9pm

B304-F16 $37 Thursday October 27 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm

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business & career / computers & technology

Social Media Made Simple! Angela Pitter, Instructor Like it, love it, hate it, but you simply can’t ignore it—social media is here to stay! You’ve heard all the names–Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+ and more. But the questions still remain: Why do I need them? How will my business benefit? You’ll walk away with an overview and comparison of the most popular social sites including Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Pinterest. We’ll go over the basics for using each, how to incorporate them into your marketing/PR strategy, and how they expand your social footprint to further amplify your brand. We’ll also explore best practices and tools that help automate your daily postings, cost of implementation, and time commitment needed to maintain your online presence. This is a demo of trends and possibilities, not a “how to” class.

B300-F16 $42 Thursday October 6 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm

Transitioning into Retirement Herb Fuchs, Instructor So retirement is here, or about to be here... Maybe it’s your choice, maybe not. Did you always have visions about retirement being like a vacation but lasting longer, only to find that it can create unexpected anxiety? So what do you do with the rest of your life? We’ll explore areas beyond the financial ones such as the life stages of work and retirement, the importance of short and long term goal setting, keys to a successful retirement, part-time jobs for retirees, re-building your social network, and retirement success stories. You can’t get there without a plan. You’ll leave this class with the framework to build that plan which will start you on your way to a happy and productive retirement.

B286-F16 $49; $64/Couple Tuesday November 1 @ Newton North 6–9pm

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Using Macintosh Computers: Beginner Howard Loewinger, Instructor You’ll gain understanding of basic Macintosh computer concepts, and get experience saving, opening, copying, moving and organizing files. Learn about the Desktop, the Finder, the Dock, Exposé, menu bar, and spotlight.

Computers & Technology New

Programming: Start from Scratch Gregory Baryza, Instructor It’s now a given that our kids are ahead of us with technology. But it’s not too late for you to catch up, or at least to learn how it all works. Scratch is a programming language created at MIT to get folks started with computer programming. If you’ve never done any programming, this is a great way to learn. The end result is a video game, and the process is similar to with other programming languages. You’ll explore simple animations, and then construct a basic arcade game and embellish it. By the end of class you’ll be well prepared to take on future programming endeavors, and, better yet, to engage in tech talk with your kids. No experience necessary. No need to bring your own computer; class takes place in a computer lab.

C324-F16 $125 6 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm September 28–November 9 No class October 12

Note: You’ll be working on Apple Macintosh desktop computers running OS X in a computer lab; no need to bring your own computer.

C283-F16 $82 2 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 29–October 6

Intro to Windows 10 Howard Loewinger, Instructor If you are buying a new computer or have recently upgraded to Windows 10, you may have noticed how different the new desktop looks. In this class you’ll take a look at the latest Windows operating system, walk through some of the major new features, find familiar elements, and understand some of the most important changes like the Start Screen, Apps, and Charm Bar. Note: This is a demo class with lots of time for questions, and it is not a hands-on session unless you have your own laptop with Windows 10 that you’d like to bring in and use to follow along. We’ll have instructions for you to wirelessly access the Internet. For Section 2: Directions sent to registered students.

C309-F16-1 $82 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm October 19–October 26 C309-F16-2 $82 2 Thursdays @ NewTV Studios 10:30am–12:30pm December 1–December 8

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Manage Your Windows PC Files & Bookmarks Tracy Marks, Instructor

Master Email With Gmail Tracy Marks, Instructor

Microsoft Word: Beginner Howard Loewinger, Instructor

Learn to locate files on your computer, save them so you can find them again, and conduct an effective search for lost files, even when you don’t remember their names. Master these tasks, and also learn to create folders, organize files, and copy or move files elsewhere by dragging or cutting, and copying and pasting. Discover how to alter the viewing method for your files, and how to manage your Internet bookmarks and settings on your Internet browser. In just a few sessions, you’ll become more confident using all your Windows programs and organizing your Internet experience. Class is taught on Windows-based computers and is applicable to all versions of Windows.

Learn to effectively manage your free Gmail email account. You’ll practice organizing your mail by label (Gmail’s equivalent for folder), sending attachments, customizing settings, and setting up email addresses for individuals and groups. We’ll show you how to create a secondary email account for public use if you’d like, while maintaining your original account for family and friends.

Master the basics of the world’s most popular word processing software in this handson class designed especially for beginners. You’ll start with the fundamentals: opening, saving, and creating new documents. Then learn how to cut, copy, and paste parts of your document; change margins and add tabs; format text to make it look the way you want; add bullets points; and create outlines or numbered text at the touch of a button. We’ll even show you how to enhance your documents with pictures, clip-art, and “Word-Art.”

Note: Class meets in a computer lab so there’s no need to bring your own computer. Prerequisite: basic computer experience and Internet skills.

C322-F16 $134 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 4:15–6pm October 6–October 27

Can’t find the right class? We have many more online classes for: • Bookkeeping • Microsoft Access • Java Programming • SQL Programming • Python Development • Microsoft Access Outlook

Note: If you haven’t already set up a Gmail account, you’ll need to do so ahead of time. Just be sure to write down your user name and password and bring it to class. Instructions for signing up for a Gmail account will be emailed to registered students. Class is taught in a computer lab, so there’s no need for you to bring your own computer. Prerequisite: Basic computer experience.

C315-F16 $78 2 Thursdays @ Newton North 4:15–6pm November 3–November 10

Computer & Software Tutoring John Walsh & NCE instructors Get one-on-one tutoring sessions to help you with whatever computer or software applications are driving you nuts. Our instructors will meet with you in one of our computer labs to answer your particular questions about MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint), communications (email, Skype, Twitter, and more), to simply organize your desktop, and more. Bring your laptop or use the computers in our lab. Sessions are two hours long and are scheduled in advance with the instructor. Upon registering, you’ll be asked whether you’re using a Macintosh or PC, and what in particular you want help with. Bring your questions to make the most use of your time! Note: The price below is for a single two-hour session held at Newton North. These sessions are very flexible; additional sessions and days are available; just ask! House visits are possible for an extra fee (depends on distance, generally $25 more).

Note: Taught on Windows 7-based computers running MS Office 2010, but the skills you learn will transfer easily to the Macintosh version of Word. Prerequisite: students should be comfortable using Windows and a mouse.

C101-F16 $119 3 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 21–October 5

Microsoft Excel: Beginner Michael Toon, Instructor If you have little or no knowledge of Microsoft Excel, join us and learn to create and edit professional-looking spreadsheets for a variety of purposes and situations. You’ll enter and edit data; format cells, rows, columns, and worksheets; and insert, position, and resize graphics. This class covers collaborating, and managing workbooks; creating and modifying hyperlinks; printing; and organizing workbooks. Note: You’ll work with Microsoft Excel 2010 on PCs running Windows 7; this is not a Macintosh computer class. Class takes place in a computer lab so there’s no need to bring your own computer.

C303-F16 $184 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm September 20–October 25 No class October 11

C316-F16 $150 1 two-hour session Mondays–Thursdays By appointment only

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Microsoft Excel: Beyond Beginner Michael Toon, Instructor

MS Excel: Macros, VLOOKUP, & Pivot Tables Michael Toon, Instructor

We’ll quickly review the basics, then expand your knowledge by showing you how to create charts and graphs, write equations that include logical expressions, and use those equations to create “what if ” scenarios. You’ll get plenty of hands-on experience, with in-class projects and examples galore.

Expand your basic Excel skills to efficiently organize, summarize, and interpret your data. We’ll first explore macros, which record and save your steps, so you can “play back” or repeat your commands later. You’ll then learn about VLOOKUP (vertical lookup) to find a value in a list or table, similar to looking up a person’s name in a telephone book. Finally, you’ll discover how pivot tables can automatically sort, count, total, or give the average of the data stored in one table or spreadsheet onto a second table or spreadsheet.

Note: No need to bring your own computer; class is taught in a PC lab on Windows 7 computers running Microsoft Office 2010. Prerequisite: a beginner Excel class or equivalent experience with spreadsheet software. This is not a Macintosh computer class.

C105-F16 $119 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm November 1–November 15

Data Analysis with MS Excel Deb Skaltsis, Instructor If you’re using Excel primarily to store or organize information, you’re only scratching the surface of this powerful program. Discover some of Excel’s more advanced capabilities in this demonstration-based class. We’ll discuss how to get data from a Web page or external database into your spreadsheet, use “pivot tables” to instantly summarize large amounts of data, and “lookup” data from one spreadsheet column into another using a method called VLOOKUP. We’ll show you some formatting techniques that will make your reports look more professional. Note: you must have Excel experience as this is not a beginner’s Excel class. (This demo will be done on a PC using MS Office 2010; the skills you’ll learn will transfer easily to more recent versions of Excel but may not apply to Macintosh systems.)

C236-F16 $44 Wednesday October 19 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Note: This is an hands-on class taught on Windows-7 based computers running MS Office 2010; this is not a Macintosh class. Prerequisite: an intro MS Excel class or comparable experience.

C276-F16 $119 3 Mondays @ Newton North 6–8pm November 7–November 21

InDesign for Beginners Jack Neylan, Instructor Learn the basics of desktop publishing using InDesign, the powerful successor to PageMaker. InDesign is a popular program used to create books, brochures, even comic books—any publication that uses a page layout. You’ll begin by exploring the InDesign interface, focusing on the manipulation of text from a word processor and images from Photoshop. We’ll cover the creation of documents, learning how to use “master pages” for greater control. You’ll also explore InDesign’s exceptional typographic and text styling capabilities. You’ll have time for personal expression through creative page layout and typography. Note: No experience is required; Quark users are welcome. Taught on Macs running InDesign CS6, but the skills you learn will transfer easily to Windows and other versions of InDesign.

C221-F16 $232 7 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–9pm September 22–November 10 No class September 29

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Intro to Photoshop Tracy Marks, Instructor Maximize your creative potential with Adobe Photoshop CS5, the world’s leading software application for manipulating digital images. Through hands-on exercises, you’ll learn how to resize, color correct, and retouch images, as well as make selections, use layers, and add type. Whether you’re an artist, a graphic designer, or someone who’s simply interested in digital photography, this course will provide you with a strong foundation in digital imagery software. Note: Students should be comfortable with basic computer operations before taking this class. Class is taught on Windows-based computers running Photoshop CS5 but techniques learned will be applicable to Photoshop CS4, CS6, PhotoshopCC, and Mac users.

C204-F16 $214 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:45–9:15pm September 29–October 27

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Photoshop Project Workshop Tracy Marks, Instructor Students with Photoshop experience may bring their own photo files to work on a project of their choice, or do a project provided by the instructor. In either case, our instructor will offer guidance and tips. Limited to eight.

C323-F16 $60 Thursday November 3 @ Newton North 6:45–9:15pm New

Intro to Digital Animation with Flash Alex Salsberg, Instructor Adobe Flash is used by professionals all over the world to create exciting animation for TV and web. You’ll learn how to use the drawing tools to create shapes, symbols and characters, and how to combine text, art and movement into dynamic and fun animation. You’ll also learn professional animation techniques that help bring characters to life. By the end of the last class, you’ll have completed your own short animated piece, which can be anything from an ad for your business to a funny greeting card for a friend or loved one. The possibilities are endless! Note: You’ll learn on Macintosh computers with Adobe Flash CS6, but techniques learned will be applicable to any version, including CS3, CS5, CC, and Animate CC (Adobe re-named Flash this year).Class takes place in a computer lab so there’s no need to bring your own computer. Prerequisite: Basic computer experience required.

C321-F16 $214 6 Mondays @ Newton North 7–9pm October 17–November 21

Getting the Most From Your iPhone Howard Loewinger, Instructor

Build a Website with WordPress: An Intro Fan Stanbrough, Instructor

Did you know your iPhone can do virtually all the things your computer can do? Plus, of course, make calls. We’ll start with the basics: calling options and the different ways to touch the screen. Then we’ll talk about apps, how to get new ones, how to see what’s open, and how to delete ones you no longer use. We’ll go over settings, voice commands, and you’ll get tips and tricks for using that pesky keyboard. You’ll practice using the camera for still pictures and video, and learn how to sync your contacts, calendar, reminders, and other data to your iPad and Mac.

Want to build a website with flexibility and functionality? WordPress is free, and it’s a powerful and easy-to-use tool for building virtually any kind of site. You’ll set up a site using this service, then learn how to choose the look and feel of the site, add text and photos, and use some specialized features. We’ll cover managing your own site, starting with the basics of HTML and what you’ll need to do to keep your site up and running safely.

Note: The focus is on iOS 9 but most topics apply to all versions of iOS and older iPhones. Bring your questions and iPhone! For Section 2: Directions sent to registered students.

C298-F16-1 $82 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm November 2–November 9 C298-F16-2 $82 2 Tuesdays @ NewTV Studios 10:30am–12:30pm December 6–December 13 New

Digital Photography: Using Any Smartphone or Tablet Jason Rich, Instructor See details on page 8.

A138-F16 $40 Thursday October 6 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Note: Class takes place in a computer lab so there’s no need to bring your own computer. This class is for beginners. Prerequisite: Basic computer experience and Internet skills required.

C263-F16 $184 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm September 29–October 27

WordPress: Beyond Beginner Fan Stanbrough, Instructor Now that you know WordPress basics, you’ll buy a domain name, purchase a hosting package, and install WordPress on your own server. We’ll review the steps to configure a premium theme and explore plugins such as SEO, Google Analytics, and photo gallery. You’ll build online forms with Contact Form 7, and learn to sell advertising, set up PayPal, back up your database, control your bandwidth usage, and make money. You should have a functional WordPress site by the end of class. Note: Class is taught in a computer lab; no need to bring your own computer. Prerequisite: a beginning WordPress course or comparable experience. Before the first class, you must set up a website host for your site; info will be emailed to registered students.

C286-F16 $119 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm November 3–November 17

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Selling on eBay & Amazon Tracy Marks, Instructor

Gelli Plate Printing Bonnie Lerner, Instructor

Learn how to buy and sell effectively on eBay, the world’s largest online auction. Taught by a former eBay Powerseller, this workshop will teach you about searching for and buying items, researching sold items and item prices, and bidding. The focus will be selling—how to create and submit listings and photos, determine auction timing, handle payments, deal with non-responsive buyers, maintain secure transactions, give feedback, and build your reputation as a reliable seller. Class will consist of lecture, demonstration, and discussion. We’ll also cover selling through Amazon Marketplace.

Learn to make beautiful one-of-a kind prints without a press, using simple materials for great results. Using acrylic paint and various household tools and found objects, learn numerous ways to print with a “Gelli” plate. The printed papers can then be used in many ways; such as collage, journal pages, textured backgrounds, greeting cards, or as works of art themselves. Once you learn the process, you can easily do it on your own. In class we will cover the use of different papers and fabric, tips and tricks for better results, ideas for making your own tools, and even provide a recipe to make your own permanent Gelli plate at home. Gelli plate printing is fun, easy, spontaneous, and creative! No prior printmaking experience is necessary.

Note: Prerequisite: Basic computer experience and Internet skills required.

C122-F16 $119 2 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–9:30pm November 10–November 17

Understanding Facebook Security Michael Toon, Instructor Facebook is a hugely popular social networking site that allows you to make connections, share interests, and join groups. However you use Facebook, it is important for your own safety and protection to understand and review its privacy settings for your personal information. Learn what is shared and the policies and controls Facebook offers for privacy. Note: Class takes place in a computer lab; no need to bring your own computer.

C269-F16 $44 Monday October 17 @ Newton North 6–8pm

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Your Vintage Jewelry Kay Dunlap, Instructor Do you have vintage costume jewelry that you would like to learn more about? Dig into your jewelry box and learn about the history of costume jewelry, how it reflects the decade in which it was made, and what is collectible now. Our presenter will share her collection of vintage jewelry, and you’ll learn where to find vintage pieces for your collection. You’ll also learn how to repair, clean, and store your jewelry. Finally, we’ll identify and value up to three pieces that you bring from home.

N130-F16 $39 Thursday October 20 @ Newton North 7–9pm New

Upcycling Wool Sweaters Bonnie Lerner, Instructor Do you have beautiful wool sweaters that have been ruined by moths, shrunk in the wash, or are just no longer in style? Learn how to repurpose them into stylish accessories. First, you’ll learn how to wash and felt sweaters. Then you’ll cut and sew the fabric pieces to make a stylish, well fitting hat. If time allows, you’ll also learn to create stuffed animals, mittens, or neck cozies. Basic sewing skills are required. All materials and supplies will be provided. Note: A $20 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of the first class.

N128-F16 $90 3 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm October 19–November 2 14

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Note: A $30 materials fee for your Gelli Plate and other supplies is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class.

N266-F16 $62 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm November 9–November 16

Stained Glass Studio Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Create a one-of-a-kind stained panel (about 1.5 square feet) using the copper foil method of assembling the glass pieces. Starting with an idea, you’ll develop it into a sketch and then a full-scale drawing. Your design will come to life through shapes, colors, and textures as you learn to cut, foil, and solder the glass from side to side. Our instructor has 20 years of experience in stained glass and fusing, and loves to share his passion for glass. Materials will be provided (foil, solder, zinc channels), along with a wide selection of cathedral and European mouth-blown glass for your project. No experience necessary. Note: An $85 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.

N158-F16 $215 7 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6:30–9:30pm September 20–November 8 No class October 11

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Glass Fusing Workshop Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Turn glass into art as you master the basics of this beautiful craft. You’ll learn glassfusing techniques and design with colored glass pieces, powders and frits, stringers, and beads. After a series of exercises, you’ll design and make a 4”x 4” dish and one 8”x 8” plate, or 8” diameter bowl, using the learned techniques. You’ll also create fused jewelry such as necklaces or pins. No experience necessary. Note: The finished projects will be available for pickup at the NCE office within a week of class. Materials and tools will be provided. Bring safety glasses and wear closed-toe shoes. An $85 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class.

N479-F16 $46 Thursday November 3 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

Mosaic Jewelry with Michel Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Make a mini-mosaic inside a deep pendant using a wide selection of precut colored glass pieces. Choose from a variety of glass shapes, and a silver or gold plated pendant to make your design. Once the glass pieces are glued to the metal, you’ll grout your pendants with one of the many colored grouts available. Clean your pieces, add the provided black leather cord necklace, and in no time you’ll have a beautifully unique piece of jewelry to wear. Our instructor will provide tools, glass, grout, and other materials for two pendants. Note: Wear closed-toe shoes. A $45 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class. You may make additional pendants for $20 each.

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N331-F16 $42 Thursday November 10 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

Kumihimo Bracelet with Beads Linda Linebaugh, Instructor

Machine Sewing 101 Susan Rae Downs, Instructor

Kumihimo is an old Japanese braiding technique that has traditionally been done with a round loom that sits on the floor. Today, the craft is done using a small foam disc with a hole in the middle to make the braiding faster and easier. The popular “friendship” bracelets are often made using this technique. You’ll learn basic kumihimo tying moves and make several bracelets with lovely beads added to braided strands of fiber resulting in one-of-a-kind pieces that will impress your family and friends. Note: A $15 fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class to cover the kumi disk and other materials.

N267-F16 $49 Wednesday November 2 @ Newton North 6–9pm

The art of sewing is alive and well and you’re never too old—or too young—to learn. Come explore the fundamentals. There are different weights of threads for different effects, modern materials to make sewing upside down or right side up easy, and special tricks for winding a clean bobbin. We’ll review the different purposes of various needles and the different types of stitches you can make with them. You’ll learn the basic features of your machine and we’ll demonstrate how to clean it for optimal use. With instructor guidance, you’ll cut and stitch fabrics to create a reversible pillow case, and develop the confidence to take on more complex sewing projects. Open to all beginners.

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Sewing Projects: Bags, Tops & More Susan Rae Downs, Instructor This beginner class is for students who know how to thread a sewing machine and now want to sew something. With instructor guidance, you will complete a project of your choice or one provided by our instructor. You will learn how to measure, pin, and cut a pattern. You’ll also learn tricks and shortcuts for sewing successfully by machine. Elastic encasements, closures, and different hemming techniques will be demonstrated. Basic class requirements include how to load, spin, and thread your bobbin; and sew a straight 1/2” seam with your machine. Prerequisite: Our Machine Sewing 101 class or comparable experience. Note: Bring your machine and its instruction manual to class, and sewing supplies including fabric scissors, thread, a seam ripper, and machine needles (sizes 10, 12 and 14).

N106-F16 $145 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:45–9:15pm October 19–November 16

Intro to Marketing Your Art Jenn Sherr, Instructor See page 7 for details.

A678-F16 $53 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm November 2–November 9

Note: Bring your machine and its instruction manual to the first class, along with a $10 materials fee. Other materials will be discussed.

N120-F16 $109 3 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:45–9:15pm September 21–October 5

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Quilting by Machine Susan Rae Downs, Instructor Quilting combines techniques from centuries past plus new ideas, materials, and designs to create layered fabrics for walls, beds, tables, and more. Quilting by machine allows you to show off these beautiful patterns and intricate compositions much faster than sewing by hand. With instructor guidance and in-class exercises, you’ll learn to sew traditional block patterns as well as modern simplistic designs. You’ll also get tips on different techniques and styles for blending and matching colors and fabrics of various patterns. Choose a project supplied by the instructor, or bring your own ideas: baby quilts, table runners, or place mats for less-experienced quilters, and larger projects if you’re more experienced. Rulers, cutting mats, and rolling blades provided. This class is for experienced sewers. New and returning students welcome. Note: Bring your own sewing machine, with its manual and accessories to class, including a seam ripper, small scissors, good cotton thread, bobbins that fit your machine, and machine needles (sizes 11 and 14).

N593-F16 $155 7 Mondays @ Newton South 6:45–8:45pm September 19–November 21 No class Oct 3 & 10, Nov 14 New

Digital Photography: Using Any Smartphone or Tablet Jason Rich, Instructor Get tips on how to take better photos of your projects! See details on page 8.

Knitting Workshop (Daytime) Don Scope, Instructor Is it knit one purl two, or purl one knit one? If you’ve been trying to figure it out, but just don’t get how to knit, grab your needles and yarn and learn! Whether you’ve never knit before or have dozens of completed sweaters to your credit, it’s nice to have a regular time and place to work on your individual project with others. With instructor guidance, you’ll discover new techniques to improve your current skills or solve common problems. You’ll get directions on everything from the basics to advanced knitting and finishing. New and returning students welcome. Note: Bring a pattern, knitting needles, and yarn to the first class. Call 617-969-8070 for questions regarding materials. Location: Putting On The Knitz, 1282 Washington Street, West Newton.

N781-F16 $141 8 Wednesdays @ West Newton 10–11:30am September 21–November 16 No class October 12

Cafe Crochet: Beginners (Daytime) Alix Ginsburg, Instructor What’s the difference between crochet and knitting? Crochet uses only one hook. It is that simple! Discover the fundamental skills that will allow you to expand your vision of what you can create from crochet. You’ll learn several stitches and how to use them in different patterns. Expect to complete several dishcloths, a scarf, baby afghan, table runner, or granny-square throw. Using the basic skills, you’ll then be able to move on to more elaborate projects. The instructor will

provide a set of crochet hooks, two skeins of practice yarn, and an instruction binder with patterns and stitch diagrams. No experience necessary. Note: A $35 materials fee (coffee and tea included) is payable to the instructor in the first class. Location: L’Aroma Cafe & Bakery, 15 Spencer St., West Newton. Class will meet upstairs. Park on the street or in the neighborhood.

N340-F16 $156 8 Thursdays @ West Newton 9:30–11:30am September 22–November 10

Body Lotions, Lip Balm, & Sprays Katherine Gekas, Instructor Learn to make body lotions, lip balms, and sprays from simple ingredients. We’ll make lotions using orange blossom or rose-distilled waters, essential oil with blue chamomile, and oils infused with locally-harvested healing herbs such as violet and St. John’s wort; aromatherapy spray from lavender, rosemary, eucalyptus, or birch; and lip balms with the same natural ingredients. We’ll make a batch of each in this hands-on class and you’ll take home products to keep your skin soft and healthy. Your home-made products will make great gifts, and you can also get ideas for parties based on what we do in class. Ingredients and containers provided. Handouts, recipes and resources will also be available. Note: A $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class.

N215-F16 $49 2 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm October 27–November 3

A138-F16 $40 Thursday October 6 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Nothing cancels a good class quicker than everyone waiting until the last minute to register! Please register at least one week prior to the class start date.

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Cabinetmaking & Woodworking Garrett Tingle & Molly Baring-Gould, Instructors

BollyX: The Bollywood Workout Lakshmi Karthick, Instructor

Once you’ve learned the fundamentals of cabinetmaking and woodworking, you can build almost anything. You’ll learn the proper use of both hand and power tools, safety precautions, and how to navigate in a woodworking environment. Beginning students will learn the basics by fabricating a modest project, such as a bookshelf, coffee table, cutting board, or Adirondack chair— the project, which will vary from term to term, will be decided on by the group with instructor guidance. Returning students will build off the acquired skills and work towards independence as they progress through the program.

BollyX is a dance-fitness program for both men and women, inspired by Bollywood, the film industry of India. It combines dynamic choreography and intensive workouts with the hottest music from around the world in a 50-minute cardio workout. Its high- and low-intensity dance sequences get you moving, sweating, and, most importantly, motivated. This unique workout not only tones your entire body but also burns serious calories. No prior dance experience is required—just bring a positive attitude and the desire to unleash your inner swagger.

Note: You supply the wood for your project. A materials list will be discussed in the first class. Emphasis will be on safe and proper use of all carpentry tools for new and returning students.

N134-F16 $220 8 Mondays @ Newton North 6–8:30pm September 19–November 21 No class October 3 & 10

Dance & Fitness Dancing and exercise are lots of fun, but they can pose a risk of injury to participants who push beyond their abilities. Please talk with your physician before starting any program of physical activity. You should be prepared to sign a liability waiver before you participate in our Dance & Fitness classes.

Zumba! Janelle Conway & Virna Pepe, Instructors Discover Zumba, an exciting dance-fitness program that’s more like a party than a workout! Enjoy the pulsating rhythms of Latin-inspired music as you pump your legs, swing your hips, clap your hands— and achieve a uniquely blended balance of cardio- and muscle-toning benefits in the process. Alternating between fast and slow rhythms, Zumba combines the basic principles of aerobics with interval and resistance training to maximize your caloric output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning. Best of all, you can enjoy the Zumba experience even if you don’t know how to dance. Get fit. Have fun. Zumba!

Note: Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can move in; bring a water bottle and clean shoes to change into.

D243-F16 $127 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7–8pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

We have even more ways to keep your mind, body, and soul in shape with: • Tai Chi (page 37) • Gentle Yoga (page 37) • Kripalu Yoga (page 38) • Reiki (page 38) • Alexandar Technique (page 38)

Note: Bring a water bottle, and clean shoes to change into.

D242-F16-M $127 (Conway) 8 Mondays @ Newton South 7–8pm September 19–November 28 No class Oct 3 & 10, Nov 14 D242-F16-Tu $127 (Pepe) 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:45–7:45pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

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Body Blast Bootcamp Blair Prince, Instructor

BodyWorkout Gretchen Friend, Instructor

More Sevillanas! Carla Mulet, Instructor

Designed to burn calories, challenge your body and mind, and get you fit! These are tabata style bootcamps that will include muscle endurance, strength, core, power and cardio. After 45 minutes of fun and challenging training, you will be feeling incredible and strong!

Trim, stretch, tone, and relax with these unique, non-injurious exercises. BodyWorkout includes warm-ups, stretches, floor exercises, walking, and back exercises, and concludes with yoga relaxation techniques. Hand weights are provided.

Let’s continue learning the Sevillanas, one of Spain’s oldest traditional dances! We’ll start with the unique rhythms, and the foot, arm, and body work of this festive type of flamenco. Then we’ll refresh the coplas that we learned over the summer (or you’ll learn them if you’re new), and you’ll learn the other coplas: la tercera y la cuarta. You’ll soon be ready to dance at any time at any Feria! Remember: You can dance the Sevillanas on your own or with a partner, or better yet, invite friends to join you in the fun. If we have time, you’ll learn some foundations of flamenco.

Note: Bring a water bottle, and clean shoes to change into.

D273-F16 $103 8 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–7:45pm September 29–November 17

Total Body Fitness Rosella Carrelli, Instructor Raise your metabolism, burn away fat, and build a lean body. This well-balanced, progressive exercise program incorporates the perfect combination of low- and medium-impact aerobic toning and resistance training. You’ll start with a 15-minute low-impact warmup, then work your upper and lower body, and finish with a final relaxing stretch. The coed class welcomes beginners and intermediate students alike. Note: Bring an exercise or yoga mat, a water bottle, and a towel.

D101-F16-M $135 8 Mondays @ Newton North 6:15–7:15pm September 19–November 21 No class Oct 3 & 10 D101-F16-W $159 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:45pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12 D101-F16-M&W $235 Attend both classes 8 Mondays & 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North D101-F16-Extra $15 Add extra class(es)

Note: Wear sneakers and comfortable clothes, and bring a mat. The course is continuous through mid-June: you may start at any time and come once or twice a week. Enrollment is limited; if there is a wait list, do add your name! No classes on holidays; see instructor for details. Location: Parish of the Good Shepherd, 1671 Beacon St., Waban (a short walk from the Waban T stop).

D105-F16 $35/8 sessions; $50/16 sessions Starts October 3 (No discounts) Mondays & Thursdays @ Waban 9:15–10:05am

Belly Dancing Amanda “Hanan” Leone, Instructor Belly dance is a beautiful, feminine art which celebrates the captivating music of the Middle East. This class is perfect for those seeking a unique form of exercise as well as cultural inspiration. Absolute beginners are welcome, as are those with some belly dance experience who would like to review foundation technique. Class exercises include basic posture, Middle Eastern rhythms, and movements including hip circles and figure 8’s, shimmies, undulations, and arm movements. We’ll also introduce the art of dancing with a veil. Women of all ages and body types are welcome to come loosen up, stretch out, shake, strut, and shimmy! Note: Wear a fitted top and leggings or loose pants in which you can move comfortably.

D203-F16 $127 6 Mondays @ Newton North 7:30–8:30pm October 17–November 21

Note: Women please bring high thick-heeled shoes (like character shoes) and a long skirt, and men, bring regular dress shoes that have a small heel. No rubber soled-shoes please.

D278-F16 $137 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–8pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12 Makeup class (if needed) is November 30 New

Just Dance! Andrea Steenstrup, Dance Mix DJ Come out and shake your booty! Whether you are looking for some exercise or just looking for a fun hour of getting your groove on, please join us for an hour of dancing. We’ll turn down the lights, play some awesome music, and dance! Music will be classic dance tunes including disco, pop, and eighties. No leaders, no pressure, just a lot of music and dancing for fun. Note: Wear clothing you can dance in and bring a water bottle. We’ll have plenty of tunes cued up to play, but if you have some favorites let us know by responding to the link in your registration email.

D279-F16-1 $9 (not a typo!) Wednesday September 28 @ Newton North 8–9pm D279-F16-2 $9 (but there is a $6 reg fee!) Wednesday October 26 @ Newton North 8–9pm

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Social Ballroom Dance Pamela Levy, Instructor Dancing is a wonderful social activity! Learn to lead or follow as we dance the waltz, foxtrot, and swing—the couple dances you see most often at weddings and other big social occasions—and take the floor with confidence and grace. Note: This class is suitable for students with little or no ballroom experience, or for more experienced dancers who’d like a refresher. Bring shoes that will spin but not slip on a tile floor. Leather soled shoes are recommended.

D210-F16 $218/Couple 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–8pm September 29–November 17

Swing Dance for Beginners Pamela Levy, Instructor

Swing Dance: Beyond Beginner Pamela Levy, Instructor As you and your partner improve your leading and following skills, you will add to your six-count swing repertoire and learn eight-and-more-count patterns including the lindy and a variety of spins, kicks, and other fun steps. This class is for dancers already familiar with six-count swing. For Swing dancers with some experience, or those who have taken our Swing Dance for Beginners class. Note: Bring a change of shoes that aren’t too slippery, but let you spin.

D206-F16 $135/Couple 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 8–9pm October 27–November 17

D205-F16 $78/Solo; $135/Couple 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 8–9pm September 29–October 20

Pound for pound, boxers are the fittest of all athletes. Their exercise regimen—a combination of strength-training, agility drills, and ring-work—is suitable not just for boxers, but for anyone wanting to get into tiptop shape. Whether you’re hoping to learn the basics of boxing, or just get into the best shape of your life, this is the way to start. Note: Please bring hand wraps (available at sporting supply stores), a water bottle, and towel to each class. The facility will provide gloves if you don’t have them (but our instructor recommends that you buy your own for sanitary reasons). Since this is non-contact, no protective gear is needed. (This class is not intended for first-time exercisers.) Location: Nonantum Boxing Club, 75 Adams St., Nonantum.

D102-F16 $177 8 Mondays @ Nonantum Boxing Club 7:30–9pm September 19–November 21 No class Oct 3 & 10

Get out on the dance floor to swing with your partner! Join us for a great time as we cover the essentials, focusing on how to lead or follow as we learn fun moves. We’ll dance with the six-count triple rhythm common to all forms of swing, using the ‘lingua franca’ of swing, East Coast styling. Sound complicated? Don’t worry: no previous experience is necessary. Note: Wear shoes that aren’t too slippery, but let you spin. We keep the class leader-follower balanced to within one extra dancer. If you need a partner, email us at staff@newtoncommunityed. org at least one week before the class start date and let us know if you want to be a leader or a follower. We’ll do our best to find you a dancing partner!

Boxing Fitness Brian Scagliola & Nonantum Boxing Club, Instructors

Soccer for Moms See page 49 for details.

Tennis: Beginner John K. Reale, Instructor

Tennis: Beyond Beginner John K. Reale, Instructor

Learning to play tennis is a lot easier than you think. This class is an introduction to the game and is designed especially for beginners who’ve never taken lessons before. You’ll learn tennis grips, proper form, stroke technique for forehand, backhand, volley, and serve. We’ll work on court positioning, rules, scoring, and “netiquette”.

Hone your skills and work on your technique so you are ready to play tennis this fall! You’ll improve your forehand, backhand, volley, and serve by practicing these strokes in game situations with your fellow tennis players. Get an introduction to singles and doubles strategies. Although advanced players are welcome, this class is geared towards advanced beginner/intermediate tennis players.

D116-F16 $104 4 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8pm September 14–October 5

D117-F16 $104 4 Wednesdays @ Newton North 8–9pm September 14–October 5

Note: Bring a racket and nine tennis balls (three cans). Directions sent to registered students. We have reserved the courts on (not a Monday!) Tuesday October 18 as a rain makeup, but class can usually move indoors if it’s rainy!

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ELL: Beginner Elena Ceban, Instructor

English Language Learners (ELL) ELL: Beginner (Daytime) Elizabeth Cabot, Instructor For adults who speak little or no English. Emphasis will be on language for everyday activities, conversation, pronunciation, grammar, and beginning reading and writing. Note: Required textbook is Side by Side, Student Book 1, 3rd ed., by Molinsky and Bliss. Bring text to class. Class takes place at United Methodist Church, 430 Walnut Street, Newtonville. Directions will be emailed to students.

If you have some basic knowledge of English, but still need to improve, this class is for you. We will review and practice beginning grammar to help you enhance your communication skills. You’ll also learn common expressions used for everyday situations such as greetings and introductions, phrases for use in shops, basic English for traveling and dining, and some basic idioms—which constitute an important part of conversational English. We will also focus on listening, reading, speaking and writing, and learn to communicate basic ideas through conversation, working in pairs, and group activities. Note: Required text is Side by Side, Student Book 1, 3rd ed., by Molinsky and Bliss. Bring text to the first class.

E111-F16 $141 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

E100-F16 $227 8 Tuesdays & 8 Thursdays @ Newtonville 9–10:30 am September 20–November 10

Self Defense Combat Sambo Michael Galperin, Instructor Combat SAMBO, a Russian style of self-defense, incorporates techniques from Judo, Jujitsu, Karate, Aikido, Kung-Fu, Krav Maga, and other martial arts. Learn practical self-defense techniques to handle any situation, and increase your coordination, concentration, self-discipline, and fitness. Note: This class is for adults, but teens 12 years and older may register, too. Children over 6 years old are also welcome to register for this class if accompanied by an adult. Boys and girls ages 4 through 11 may register for our Kids class (KE108); see that class listing for details. Classes are ongoing, and students may register at any time during the term. When you enroll you are required to pay for a full semester of classes. The instructor will keep track of the number of classes you register for, and you will be able to attend classes into the next semester. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and heavy socks; if you wish, you may purchase uniforms and equipment from the instructor. For details, call 617-413-0660.

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ELL Book Information Order your textbooks early by ordering online, by phoning New England Mobile Book Fair at 617-527-5817, or by phoning Newtonville Books at 617-244-6619.

ELL: Advanced Beginner Elena Ceban, Instructor This class is for students who have completed the beginner’s course, or have comparable experience, and want more experience speaking. We will work on selected exercises in grammar and pronunciation, and focus on increasing your comfort level speaking in small groups. Emphasis will be on vocabulary, grammar, conversation, reading and writing, as well as idioms and common expressions. Topics will be drawn from current issues and our different cultures. Handouts provided. Note: Required text is Side by Side, Student Book 1, 3rd ed., by Molinsky and Bliss. Bring text to the first class.

E102-F16 $141 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

D800-F16-M $216 12 Mondays @ Franklin 7:30–9pm September 19–December 19 No class October 3 & 10 D800-F16-W $216 12 Wednesdays @ Franklin 7:30–9pm September 21–December 21 No class Oct 12 & Nov 23 D800-F16-MW $312 12 Mondays & 12 Wednesdays @ Franklin 7:30–9pm September 19–December 21 No class Oct 3, 10, & 12; Nov 23

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ELL: Speak Better English (Daytime) Elizabeth Cabot, Instructor Many ELL students have trouble being understood—even if they know vocabulary as well as grammar. We’ll work on your vowels and consonants, syllable and word stress, plus intonation patterns in your sentences and questions. We will also focus on silent letters in commonly used words, and fillers such as “uh” and “like”. You’ll hear and then make reductions and linkages that native speakers use when they talk fast. Some of our materials will be audio recordings, phone messages, and improvised dialogs in everyday situations. Handouts provided. Note: Expect regular practice for homework. No text required. Class meets at United Methodist Church, 430 Walnut Street, Newtonville. Directions will be emailed to students.

E140-F16 $198 6 Tuesdays & 6 Thursdays @ Newtonville 10:45am– 12:15pm October 4–November 10

ELL: Conversational English (Daytime) Sharon Wanunu, Instructor Put away those textbooks and just talk! In a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, you’ll improve your English by taking everything you’ve learned and putting it to practical use. Each week we’ll engage in lively discussions on topics ranging from parenting to politics. Come broaden your vocabulary and develop fluency in English while having fun and meeting people. We’ll also provide helpful tips on how you can improve your English at home. All levels welcome! Note: Directions will be emailed to students.

E699-F16 $179 7 Tuesdays @ West Roxbury 9:30am–12pm September 20–November 15 No class Oct 4 & 11

ELL: Intermediate Grammar, Conversation & Writing Elena Ceban, Instructor If you have a basic command of English and grammar but would like to feel more comfortable speaking and writing English, join us. Through selected exercises, practice, interactive classroom activities, and group conversations you’ll learn grammar, pronunciation as well as the rules to help you speak and write with ease. Emphasis will be on everyday English, including idioms and common expressions. Topics will be drawn from current issues and our different cultures. Come and improve your fluency and confidence speaking! Note: No text required.

E723-F16 $227 8 Tuesdays & 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm September 20–November 17 No class Sept 22 & Oct 11

ELL: Advanced Conversation, Grammar & Writing Elena Ceban, Instructor This course is for students who have a strong command of English and want more experience speaking and writing to improve their skills. Our conversational practice will be focused on increasing your ease and fluency, emphasizing everyday American English, idioms, and pronunciation. Our writing practice will help improve your written communication skills. Note: No text is required. Handouts provided.

E989-F16 $227 8 Tuesdays & 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 20–November 17 No class Sept 22 & Oct 11

ELL: Baking and Conversation (Daytime) Sharon Wanunu, Instructor Welcome to the most delicious English class you will ever take! Come make new friends and enjoy baking in the kitchen with us. We’ll improve our English while we exchange recipes and learn helpful tips. Best of all you’ll learn how to make American favorites like cheesecake, apple cobbler and the best chocolate chip cookies you’ve ever tasted, plus more. Note: Class location will be emailed to registered students. A $45 food fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class. Handouts provided.

E114-F16 $139 5 Wednesdays @ West Roxbury 9:30am–12pm October 19–November 16 New

ELL: Film & TV Discussion Group (Daytime) Sharon Wanunu, Instructor Do you love watching movies and television in English but wish you could understand more? Do you feel frustrated there are cultural jokes you just don’t get? If you would you like to practice your English while engaging in lively discussions with other movie lovers, then this is the perfect class for you! Each week we’ll watch a different show, documentary, comedy, or drama, pause and rewind as often as we need, ask questions and discuss. It’s a great way to improve your English and have fun at the same time! Grab some popcorn and let’s watch some movies. Note: Class location will be emailed to registered students.

E125-F16 $156 6 Fridays @ West Roxbury 9:30am–12pm September 23–November 4 No class October 7

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Fermenting Plant-Based Foods Diana Goldman, Instructor

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Artisan Cheese Tasting Kim Ceridon, Instructor Artisan cheese is not just the latest fad. Learn about its history and what’s in vogue today, and sample a variety of our region’s finest cheeses. Learn about the processes and equipment used to give each cheese its distinct flavor, and how pairing cheeses with jams, jellies, chocolate, and even pickles can help highlight their unique flavors. We’ll begin by tasting mild cheeses like Wolf Meadow or Mozzarella House mozzarella, and progress to more robust cheeses like Robinson Family Swiss or Appleton Pinnacle. We’ll also sample strong and soft camembert-type cheeses, blue cheeses, and various cheddars to compare different farms. Yum! Note: A $15 fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class.

F202-F16 $42 Tuesday September 27 @ Newton South 7–9pm

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Before refrigeration and canning, fermentation was the only way to preserve vegetables. Fermented foods have been a part of a traditional diet for hundreds of years; fermenting allows fruits’ and vegetables’ natural bacteria to grow and prosper by creating an anaerobic environment. In these conditions, good bacteria multiply and when consumed, provide your body with a wonderful source of healthy bacteria. Learn how to ferment vegetables, the health benefits, and why this process is exploding in popularity! We’ll prepare several recipes. Possible dishes include kimchi and mango sushi rolls, maple glazed tempeh and sweet potato wraps, and crudite with basil miso ranch dip. You’ll also receive fermentation equipment in class, and your own sauerkraut or kimchi to enjoy at home. Note: Bring a cutting board, a chef ’s knife, and containers for leftovers. A $20 food fee is payable to the instructor.

F208-F16 $55 Wednesday October 26 @ Newton South 6–9pm

Homemade Bread & Jam Lisa J. Cohen, Instructor Jam and bread are a natural pairing. And now we are offering this great class so you can have freshly baked bread with homemade jam whenever you want! In our first meeting, you’ll learn to make a simple and fabulous no-knead bread. We’ll make a dough sponge that keeps in your refrigerator for up to two weeks; just take it out and bake it any time you crave fresh crusty bread. This dough can also be used for pizza crust, dinner rolls, cinnamon buns, and more. In the second class, you’ll learn to make jams and jellies using an old French method. These jams are pectin-free and produce softer but intensely flavorful jams that let the fruit take center stage. We’ll prepare up to two varieties (depending on what’s in season) and preserve them using a water bath canner. You’ll learn several ways for assessing the gelling point, as well as the basics of water bath processing. Expect to go home with jam, information to make your own delicious jams and jellies, and recipes to get you started. Note: Bring a large container (at least four-quart capacity) for a recipe’s worth of dough. A $15 fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of the first class.

F209-F16 $75 2 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm September 21–September 28

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Science of Cooking CLASSES

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The Almighty Egg Kim Ceridon, Instructor Eggs are nature’s most versatile ingredient. Packed with protein and nutrients, they are a staple on the breakfast plate. But inside those delicate calcium shells is a scientific wonder that makes so many things we eat taste great. The unique molecular structure of eggs binds cakes while making them moist; when whipped, they knit themselves into a network that can coax water and oil into coexisting or absorb air to bring dishes to new heights. We’ll investigate the power of eggs through three all-star recipes— Caesar dressing, vegetable-loaded quiche, and decadent crème brulee or catalan—enjoying the familiar delicious flavors, and examining the science that makes each recipe work.

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Browning without Burning Kim Ceridon, Instructor

Caramel, Taffy, Brittle Kim Ceridon, Instructor

How do you get that perfect golden color without burning? It’s all in the science! A reaction between amino acids and reducing sugars at elevated temperatures causes browning. It’s known as the “Maillard Reaction,” and it not only makes food brown, but also causes the release of compounds that enhance flavor and send delicious aromas into the air. Thus a seared steak browns and releases inviting smells into your kitchen, and ordinary bread can be turned into toast. Learn all about the science of browning while making a three-course meal featuring a sweet and nutty French Onion Soup, Toasted Grain Pilaf Bowls with Roasted Vegetables, and Brown Butter Cookies.

Sugar brings much more than just sweetness to our lives. From tender fudge to chewy taffy to brittle lollipops, sugar is the culinary chameleon in the foundation of our most beloved confections. Its shape-shifting properties are coaxed by the application of heat. At low temperatures, it dissolves into liquid to make syrup. Add some heat and it progresses through the candy stages from thread to hard crack. Add just a little too much heat and it burns into a pure, carbon charcoal. Learn what’s happening at a molecular level in the candy stages. We’ll observe the stages in our kitchen lab, making salted caramels, vanilla almond nougat, lemony taffy, and chocolate covered toffee.

Note: A $20 fee is payable to the instructor. Handouts provided.

Note: A $20 fee is payable to the instructor. We’ll be heating sugar to 300F; be prepared to be observant and safe.

F204-F16 $50; $90/Couple Tuesday October 18 @ Newton South 7–9:30pm

F207-F16 $50; $90/Couple Tuesday October 25 @ Newton South 7–9:30pm

Note: A $20 fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class.

N203-F16 $50; $90/Couple Tuesday November 8 @ Newton South 7–9:30pm New

Let it Rise Kim Ceridon, Instructor Why are baked goods so irresistible? Believe it or not, it’s the leaveners. Leaveners help soufflés and meringues reach new heights. A loaf of bread rises with pockets of air wrapped in a web of baked dough, thanks to the magic of leaveners. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the science behind three of the most common leaveners: yeast, sodium bicarbonate, and mechanically-incorporated air. We’ll test our knowledge through three airy recipes: Hand Whipped Popovers, pizzas on a baking soda crust (very unlike your usual pizza!), and individual Yeasted Sugar Cakes. Note: A $20 fee is payable to the instructor. Handouts provided.

F206-F16 $50; $90/Couple Wednesday November 30 @ Newton South 7–9:30pm

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Tea: Discovering the Elixir of the East Paul Angiolillo, Instructor Tea is the most-popular drink in the world—and its popularity keeps growing as more and more people discover its rich aromas and stimulating and soothing qualities. Like wine, all tea comes from a single plant—yet there are hundreds of varieties, from spicy blacks and light oolongs to toasted whites and delicate greens. We’ll taste at least nine top-quality teas from the best tea-growing regions in the world. You’ll also learn how to make chai and other flavored tea beverages and take home plenty of tea samples. Sweet and savory snacks will be served to complement the tasting. Note: Bring a couple of your favorite cups to the class. A $3 food fee is payable to the instructor.

F347-F16 $34 Thursday November 17 @ Newton South 7–8:30pm

The Indian Spice Box Shruti Mehta, Instructor

A South Indian Affair Shruti Mehta, Instructor

Cooking Indian food can be both exciting and intimidating at the same time. With its array of exotic spices and herbs and unfamiliar dishes, even a simple dish can look daunting. This course aims to solve the mystery behind the cuisine. You’ll be introduced to a variety of spices and grains like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and ginger, to name a few. Every spice works in conjunction with other spices. As a result the dish can be sweet, sour, hot, and spicy all at once. We will prepare a delicious Indian dinner incorporating a variety of ingredients and techniques to create a world of taste.

Southern India is known to the world for its coastal beauty, IT industries, and classical Indian dancing. The food of south India, however, though quite popular in India, remains a secret to the world. Unlike the cuisine of the north, south Indian cuisine is distinguished by a greater emphasis on rice as the staple grain, the liberal use of coconut and curry leaves and coconut oil. South Indian cooking is even more vegetarian-friendly than north Indian, and uses simpler ingredients. Come explore this cuisine and learn to make all new recipes like Oat Adaii (rice and mixed lentil crepes with oatmeal), accompanied by peanut chutney and a spicy tomato and lentil broth, Rasam. Other possible dishes may include tomato rice, Moru (salted yogurt Lassi, south Indian style) and a popular dessert called Kesari (cream of wheat halwa).

Note: A $15 food fee is payable to the instructor.

F021-F16 $50 Tuesday September 20 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

Note: A $20 food fee is payable to the instructor.

F156-F16 $50 Tuesday October 4 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm New

Vegan Bowls from Around the World Diana Goldman, Instructor One of the newest food trends emerging on the scene is the flavorful Vegan Bowl, a protein- and veggie-rich vegan meal all in one bowl. Learn how to build your own as we prepare a variety of satisfying, delicious, and nutritious dishes that are easy to make and have a wonderful balance of flavors and textures. Some of the dishes we may prepare include Thai Peanut Noodle Bowl; Mac and Cheese with spinach and garlic bread crumbs; Brown Rice, Veggie and Tofu Goddess Bowl; and Steel-cut Oatmeal Breakfast Buffet Bowl. Note: Bring a cutting board and chef ’s knife to class. A $20 food fee is payable to the instructor.

F196-F16 $55 Wednesday October 19 @ Newton South 6–9pm

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High-Protein Vegan Meals Lisa Kelly, Instructor Everyone asks vegans: “Where do you get your protein?” But actually some plantbased foods are surprisingly high in protein. In this hands-on class, we’ll compare nutbased products and vegetables against their animal-protein counterparts. It’s essential that you get your protein every day, so our recipes will include lots of it. We’ll make spicy chickpea burgers, tempeh walnut meatballs, a three-bean chili, and Mexican and cranberry walnut quinoa salads; there will be lots of sampling along the way. Good news: vegan proteins are also much less expensive than other types of protein, so all of these meals will feed your family in a wallet-friendly way. Handouts provided. Note: Bring a cutting board and chef ’s knife, plus a container for leftovers. A $20 food fee is payable to the instructor.

F121-F16 $49 Wednesday November 2 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm New

Cooking with Cauliflower Lisa Kelly, Instructor Cauliflower is more than just a blah, white version of broccoli. It’s a versatile vegetable that works well with a variety of spices and flavors and can be used in many forms and textures to create outstanding vegan dishes. Forget steaming or simple roasting, we’ll create several delicious dishes including Buffalo Cauliflower pizza, cauliflower Alfredo sauce, sweet potato cauliflower curry, baked cauliflower risotto balls, and spicy cauliflower quinoa burgers. Handouts provided. Note: Bring containers for leftovers. A $20 fee is payable to the instructor.

F241-F16 $49 Monday November 21 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

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Picking Your Produce: Organic vs. Local Holli Bassin, Instructor

Viva Vegan Italian Diana Goldman, Instructor

What does it really mean to be organic? Why is it so important to eat locally grown food? Are you familiar with organic pesticides? Fruits and vegetables are the foundations of a healthy diet. Learn how to pick produce on the farm and in the supermarket. It’s not as simple as you think. We’ll discuss the variety of choices available to you and how to select the most nutritious options. Handouts provided.

F784-F16 $32 Tuesday October 25 @ Newton South 7–8:30pm

Hearty Soups Robin Kalis, Instructor Winter in Boston can be chilly. Warm yourself up by preparing some healthy and hearty soups that are perfect for dinner and easy enough to freeze for the days when you are snowed in. We’ll use all fresh and seasonal ingredients. Starting from scratch, we’ll teach you how to make homemade stocks. Possible soups may include Roasted Cauliflower Kale and Sausage, White Chicken Chili, Carrot and Ginger Butternut Squash and Beef Stew. Come with small containers for soups and an appetite! Handouts provided. Note: A $20 food fee is payable to the instructor.

F155-F16 $49 Monday October 17 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

If you love Italian food but want to cook and eat vegan, now you can! Learn to make homemade Italian food that tastes like you imported it from Italy. Not all Italian food is loaded with calories—we’ll create a variety of elegant meals, ramped up with an abundance of nutrients. All dishes are free of cholesterol; rich in protein, calcium, and iron; and lower in fat than their non-vegan counterparts. Some of the foods we may prepare include a satisfying and antioxidant-rich Sweet Potato Gnocchi in a creamy, lactose-free, white wine reduction; Spaghetti and plant-based Meatballs; Tuscan-inspired Olive and Sun-dried Tomato Barley Salad; and for dessert, Italian Almond Cookies. Note: Bring your own cutting board and chef ’s knife. A $20 food fee is payable to the instructor.

F170-F16 $55 Thursday November 10 @ Newton South 6–9pm

Pizza Tour: The North End Chip Piatti, Instructor While pizza may have originated in Southern Italy (or Greece), in the first century, Boston’s North End is home to an astonishing variety of this traditional Neapolitan food. Join us for a pizza tour, spiced with morsels of architectural and culinary history. Find out why and how pizza toppings came to be regulated by law in Naples and why one of its key ingredients was once considered poisonous. Start hungry and finished satisfied. We’ll meet at St. Steven’s Church on Hanover Street and take a walk through history, while stopping at four bakeries, tasting pizza and pastry. Note: Pay as you go. We are walking rain or shine so dress for the weather and wear comfy shoes.

F193-F16 $55 Sunday October 23 @ Boston 12:30–3:30pm

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Gluten Free, Dairy Free Classes (Daytime!) New

Jewish Holiday Baking Sharon Wanunu, Instructor Celebrate the holidays and treat your family and friends to these delicious homemade delights. First we’ll bake a yeast-based round raisin challah —you won’t believe how easy baking gluten-free bread can be. Then we’ll sweeten things up with a spiced honey cake, rich with hints of coffee and nutmeg. Lastly, we’ll make this super-fancy Apple Meringue Torte that’ll impress everyone! Handouts and containers provided. Note: A $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor. Class will be held in a gluten-free kitchen. Address will be emailed.

Seasonal Desserts: Apples & Spice Sharon Wanunu, Instructor Autumn in New England is famous for apple picking and those mouth-watering cider donuts. Enjoy fall’s bounty with these scrumptious desserts. We’ll prepare a gorgeous Apple Crumb Pie with a super-easy homemade pie crust. Then we’ll bake Cinnamon Apple Cider Donuts that’ll taste just like you remember. We’ll also make Apple Cinnamon Rolls perfect for brunch or anytime. Handouts and containers will be provided. Note: A $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor. Class will be held in a gluten-free kitchen. Address will be emailed.

F195-F16 $49 Thursday September 22 @ West Roxbury 10am–1pm

F356-F16 $49 Thursday October 20 @ West Roxbury 10am–1pm

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Cooking Italian Favorites Sharon Wanunu, Instructor

The Perfect Cookie X 3 Sharon Wanunu, Instructor Break out your rolling pin and bake the most wonderful cookies you’ve ever tasted! We will start with the all-time favorite, chocolate chip cookies, and learn about a secret ingredient that will make this classic cookie extra delicious. Then, we’ll make a batch of wholesome energy cookies, packed with protein and fiber, that are perfect for breakfast on-the-go or whenever you need a nutritious pickme-up. Finally, we’ll make super-easy and versatile sugar cookies designed to look like Emojis, stained glass windows, and more. Handouts and containers for leftovers provided. Note: A $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor. Class is in a gluten-free kitchen. Address will be emailed.

F180-F16 $49 Saturday October 29 @ West Roxbury 10am–1pm

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You don’t have to travel to Italy to learn how to “wow” guests with authentic Italian cuisine. Prepare flavorful Italian dishes with us, like tomato and basil bruschetta drizzled with homemade pesto, roasted vegetable lasagna, and heavenly tiramisu. These recipes are all gluten-free, dairy free, and 100% delicious. Handouts and containers for leftovers provided. Note: A $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor. Class will be held in a gluten-free kitchen. Address will be emailed.

F357-F16 $49 Thursday November 10 @ West Roxbury 10am–1pm

Japanese Noodles & Dashi Yoko Bryden, Instructor The key to an excellent Japanese noodle dish is good stock (dashi). Dashi is used in a variety of Japanese foods, including miso soup and donburi (rice bowl). It creates a savory (umami) flavor, meaning you won’t need much additional seasoning when you start with dashi. Join us to learn about different Japanese stocks and how to best prepare them. We’ll cook three different noodle dishes: cold soba noodles with dipping sauce, udon noodle soup with quick tempura, and cold udon noodles with sesame sauce. We’ll also make a few appetizers that you can swiftly prepare at home when you have dashi at hand. Note: A $15 food fee is payable to the instructor.

F824-F16 $49 Wednesday November 9 @ Newton South 7–9:30pm

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Party with Asian Appetizers Lei Reilley, Instructor From savory Chinese pot stickers to zesty Vietnamese spring rolls, east and southeast Asia provide much inspiration for healthy and flavorful snacks. We’ll make and sample five mouth-watering appetizers such as hearty Korean pancakes, fusion-style lettuce wraps, and noodle salads. Learn to plan and streamline your meal preparation and then delight your family and guests with these versatile and delicious Asian delights at your next gathering. Handouts provided. Note: A $20 food fee is payable to the instructor.

F251-F16 $42 Monday October 24 @ Newton South 7–9pm

Blue Ribbon BBQ— How to Make the Real Deal David Schaefer, Instructor Real barbecue is wood-smoked—we’re not talking burgers and hotdogs. Blue Ribbon BBQ chef David Schaefer will teach the essentials for making the real thing. We’ll learn about the right cuts of meat, sauces, and seasonings to prepare world class, fall-off-the-bone barbecue and sample Memphis-style spareribs, Carolina-style pulled pork, and Texas beef brisket. You’ll learn how to prepare these meats, and some of the side dishes that complement them. You’ll also find out which ingredients are used for long, slow barbecue vs. high-temp grilling. This class will be mostly lecture and demo with some hands-on practice. (Real barbecue takes many hours to prepare, so we won’t complete the entire process.) Handouts provided. Note: A $15 food fee is included in the tuition. Bring containers for leftovers.

Buttercream Basics Sandra Frezza, Instructor Decorate a cake like the pros. In this class, you’ll learn to prepare and color icing, as well as level, fill, and frost a cake. You will also learn to make stars, rosettes, shells, drop flowers, and leaves. Bring a six- or eight-inch single-layer unfrosted cake to class, plus a long serrated knife or cake leveler, and a box or cake carrier to transport your finished cake. Icing will be supplied by the instructor. You’ll take home instructions and decorating tools including tips, bags, couplers, and a cake circle. Note: A $20 materials fee is payable to the instructor.

F269-F16 $55 Thursday October 13 @ Newton South 6:30–9:30pm

Fondant for beginners Sandra Frezza, Instructor

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Halloween Cupcakes Sandra Frezza, Instructor It’s a spooktacular cupcake class just in time for Halloween. You will learn how to decorate spine-chilling cupcakes using Buttercream frosting and master techniques needed to create pumpkins, mummies and monsters, spider webs, and frightening eyeballs. Bring 10-12 unfrosted cupcakes to class, as well as a box or cupcake carrier to transport finished cupcakes. Icing will be supplied by the instructor. You will take home decorating tools, including tips and bags, plus your cupcake masterpieces! Note: A $20 materials fee is payable to the instructor.

F220-F16 $45 Thursday October 27 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

There’s a fondant cake craze going on, and you too can make beautifully decorated cakes! Our instructor will demonstrate several techniques you can use to give your cakes a professionally polished look. You’ll learn to stretch and roll out fondant; smoothly cover a cake in it; and create inlays, overlays, and several different border techniques such as rope, twist, and bead borders. Bring a large rolling pin, plus a sixor eight- inch frosted cake on a cake circle to class. (The cake circle should be exactly the same size as the cake.) Also bring a box or cake carrier to transport your finished cake. Fondant and cutters, as well as handouts and decorating tools for you to keep, will be supplied. Note: A $20 materials fee is payable to the instructor.

F210-F16 $55 Thursday November 3 @ Newton South 6:30–9:30pm

F197-F16 $68 Thursday October 6 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

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Organic Lawn Care for Autumn David Gordon, Instructor

HiSET® Tests Prep HiSET® Tests Preparation Joe Green, Instructor As of March 2014, the State of Massachusetts Department of Education is offering a more affordable and more accessible high school equivalency test. The ETS High School Equivalency Test (HiSET®), the first alternative to the GED® test since 1942, will include elements that are critical to providing educational opportunities for those who need a second chance to succeed. For more information about the testing and available test centers, see hiset.ets.org or phone 1-855-694-4738. There may be changes to the 2017 HiSET® test policies, we highly recommend that you consult the website and phone number above for the latest information. NCE offers a class to prepare you for taking the five sections of the HiSET® test: Writing, Reading, Social Studies, Science, and Math. Instruction will be individualized when possible. Handouts will be provided.

Q106-F16 $229 5 Tuesdays & 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–9pm October 18 – November 17

Home & Garden Walking tour of Olmsted’s arboretum Brian Karlsson-Barnes, Instructor Join us for a docent-led garden tour at Arnold Arboretum. As we walk over a mile, up and down hills, we’ll consider the design of America’s first landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted, discussing his design intent, along with some mid19th century history. We will meet at the Arboretum’s main entrance gate, Hunnewell Building Visitor Center, located at 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain. Note: Park on the street, wear comfy shoes, and dress for the weather. Many restaurants are nearby if you want to grab a bite after class. If the weather looks questionable, please call 617-9576611 to find out if the class is running. Rain date: October 22.

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G787-F16 $34 Wednesday September 21 @ Newton North 7:30–9pm

Nature Herb Walk Katherine Gekas, Instructor See page 46 for details.

G117-F16 $39 Saturday October 15 @ Arnold Arboretum 1–3pm

Z871-F16 $29 Sunday October 16 @ Newton North 4:30–6pm

Growing Herbs Indoors Dede Dussault, Instructor

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Growing fresh herbs inside can be a great way to add flavor, greenery, and fragrance to a New England winter. Come learn the basics of cultivating and harvesting herbs indoors. We’ll talk about which herbs grow well indoors, how to bring herbs in from your summer garden, whether to use grow lights and starter kits, and more. Bring your questions. Details regarding materials will be emailed to students. Handouts provided.

G106-F16 $34 Wednesday October 5 @ Newton South 7–8:30pm

The Fall is the best time to improve your lawn. Everyone works in their yard in the spring, but really autumn is the season to make great strides. Higher soil temps, cool nights, and favorable weather patterns make it the ideal time; new grass germinating in the fall has two seasons to develop a strong root system before the stress of the summer heat. Learn how to care for your lawn organically without chemicals or herbicides. We’ll discuss why organic lawns have less compaction, deeper root systems, and need less water. You’ll also get tips on how to seed, fertilize, add compost, as well as improve the pH of the soil, conduct soil tests, and fix problem areas, so you can grow a lush, healthy lawn that’s safer for pets, children, and the environment. You’ll also walk away with basic landscape design ideas and learn the proper way to plant perennials, shrubs, and trees. There’s so much good organic gardening information to absorb—it’s time to get started!

Identifying Wild MUSHROOMS Lawrence Millman, Instructor See page 46 for details.

R291-F16 $54; $86/Couple-Bring a friend! Saturday October 22 @ Newton area 1–4:30pm

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Fall Landscape Cleanup David Gordon, Instructor

Spanish: Beginner I Soledad Phelan, Instructor

How do you prune a tree, prepare your yard and garden for winter, or find the best reasonably priced workers to help with your fall clean-up? We’ll address these issues, plus learn how to use recycled leaves as mulch in your vegetable and flower beds. A good fall cleaning can help property look fabulous when spring comes around. Join us and learn some tricks to make the process go more smoothly. Handouts provided.

¿Habla usted Español? If you don’t speak Spanish, here’s your chance to learn the United States’ second most spoken language. We’ll emphasize basic speech patterns and vocabulary, and you’ll learn simple grammar and idioms through question and answer drills and conversation.

G231-F16 $34 Thursday October 6 @ Newton South 7:30–9pm

The Garden Coach Create the perfect garden for your home. Bring dimensions and pictures of your outside space and learn about garden design. Using different landscaping ideas for each student, our instructor (a professional landscape designer and master gardener) will discuss soil, moisture, sun exposure, shade, and drainage. In class he will also sketch individual outdoor plans for your site. Handouts provided.

G173-F16 $110 3 Tuesdays October 18– November 1 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm & Saturday October 29 @ Nursery TBA 10:30am–12:30pm

Home Maintenance & Improvement Brad Gove, Instructor Knowing how to maintain your home helps save time and money. Come review the basics: the systems in your house and the tools needed to keep them in good working order. We’ll discuss the essentials for maintaining and repairing items including how to hang objects, patch walls, fix leaky faucets, and paint. We’ll also go over which jobs to do yourself and when to seek help. This class welcomes homeowners, landlords, and renters.

Languages Not sure what level language class to take? We’re here to help. Email us at staff@newtoncommunityed.org or call us at 617-559-6999 and we can point you in the right direction.

Spanish for Absolute Beginners Cecilia McIsaac, Instructor Learn to speak the language spoken by more than three hundred million people in forty-four countries around the world. We’ll communicate in Spanish from the first day of class. You’ll learn common expressions, numbers, how to tell time, and more. We’ll practice the language through readings, role-playing, and in-class conversations. Handouts provided. Note: Required textbook is Spanish Now, Level 1, Seventh Edition by Barron’s.

L578-F16 $164 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 29–November 17

Note: Required textbook is the most recent edition of Practical Spanish Grammar by Prado. Class location for Section 1: Russian School of Math. Directions will be emailed.

L210-F16-1 $126 8 Thursdays @ 200 Wells Ave. 10–11:15am September 22–November 10 L210-F16-2 $132 7 Mondays @ Newton South 5:30–7pm September 19–November 21 No class Oct 3 &10, Nov 14

Spanish: Beyond Beginner Soledad Phelan, Instructor You’ve passed through Beginner Spanish and are ready to learn about conditional, progressive, and compound tenses, adjectives, adverbs and more. You’ll sharpen your conversational, writing, and speaking skills while you improve your vocabulary. Prerequisite: our Spanish: Beginner class, or comparable experience Note: Required textbook is the most recent edition of Practical Spanish Grammar by Prado. Class location for Section 1: Russian School of Math. Directions will be emailed.

L212-F16-1 $126 8 Thursdays @ 200 Wells Ave. 11:15am–12:30pm September 22–November 10 L212-F16-2 $141 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 5:30–7pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

G101-F16 $65 3 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm October 18–November 1

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Spanish: Intermediate Soledad Phelan, Instructor Sharpen your writing and speaking skills while you improve your vocabulary. You’ll learn about conditional, progressive, and compound tenses; adjectives; and adverbs plus more. Note: Required textbook: the most recent edition of Practical Spanish Grammar by Prado. Prerequisite: our Spanish: Beyond Beginner classes, or comparable experience.

L114-F16 $141 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 5:30–7pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

Spanish: Intermediate II Cecilia McIsaac, Instructor In this class we’ll review the preterit indicative tense, reflexive verbs, direct and indirect object pronouns, and more. You’ll learn stem changing verbs: -ar, -er, -ir (in the present and preterit tenses), the imperfect tense of regular and irregular verbs versus the preterite tense, as well as the future tense. In-class exercises will help you improve your language skills. Expect to leave the class more fluent and comfortable conversing in Spanish. Prerequisite: our Spanish: Beyond Beginner class, or comparable experience. Handouts provided. Note: Optional textbook/workbook: Spanish Now Level I (CDs included), by Barron’s, Seventh Edition.

L214-F16 $164 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

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Traveler’s French Lionel Claris, Instructor

French: Beyond Beginner Phil Kaplan, Instructor

French is the official language—or one of the official languages—of France, Belgium, Canada, Haiti, Monaco, Switzerland, Tahiti, and about 50 other countries and territories around the world. Approximately 190 million people speak French as a second language. Traveler’s French will give you confidence communicating for an upcoming trip—or just for fun. It will prepare you to use simple, conversational French effectively. We’ll focus on developing speaking and listening skills; we won’t spend much time on formal grammar and there will be little emphasis on reading and writing skills. The French we learn is contemporary and, when appropriate, colloquial. The course will also explore key questions that come up when exploring Francophone countries and their unique cultures.

Improve your French. Gain exposure to the language through conversation and in-class written exercises. We’ll expand your vocabulary and introduce new verb tenses. You’ll also learn about the culture as well as pronunciation and grammar. Emphasis will be on useful, everyday words and phrases, including greetings, time, weather, travel, food and more. English will be used only when necessary. Prerequisite: our French: Beginner class, or comparable experience.

Note: Handouts provided.

L121-F16 $141 8 Mondays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm September 19–November 21 No class Oct 3 & 10

French: Beginner Susan Tessier, Instructor Through conversation and written exercises, you’ll learn about French culture as well as pronunciation, vocabulary, basic grammar, and verb tenses. Emphasis will be on useful, everyday words and phrases, including greetings, time, weather, travel, and food. This class is for beginners or those who wish to review the fundamentals. Handouts provided. Note: Required textbook is Ultimate French: Beginner-Intermediate, by Heminway.

L102-F16 $141 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

Note: Required textbook is Point par Point exercices de grammaire Française, ed. Diderot; Cahier Débutant (the yellow one) and Pocketbook of French verbs. Bring books to class. Books can be purchased online or at Schoenhof ’s Foreign Books in Cambridge. Call first to order: 617-547-8855.

L230-F16 $141 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

French: Intermediate Phil Kaplan, Instructor If you have some basic knowledge of French: salutations, present tense verbs and descriptive adjectives, continue to develop your skills. Through conversations and written exercises, you’ll learn more about French culture as well as pronunciation, vocabulary, basic grammar, and verb tenses. Emphasis will be placed on review and expansion of useful, everyday phrases. Prerequisite: our French: Beyond Beginner class, or comparable experience. Note: Required text is Point par Point exercices de grammaire Française ed. Diderot; Cahier Intermédiaire. Bring books to class. Books can be purchased online or at Schoenhof ’s Foreign Books in Cambridge. Call first to order, 617-547-8855.

L109-F16 $141 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

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French: Advanced Conversation Lionel Claris, Instructor This course is for those interested in becoming more fluent. If you already have a decent knowledge of French and want to communicate your love of France and the language with others, come share your thoughts and observations with us as we discuss politics and the media. Conducted entirely in French, this class will include articles, impassioned discussions, as well as the occasional exercises to help build your vocabulary and strengthen your understanding of grammar. Our instructor will revolve conversations around class interests and we’ll tackle themes such as current events, politics, food, work, travel, family and more. Handouts provided.

L129-F16 $141 8 Mondays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 19–November 21 No class Oct 3 & 10

Latin: Beginner Linda Levitan, Instructor Though the ancient city of Rome fell into ruin, Latin, the language of her empire, lived on as the mother tongue in most European countries, and significantly shaped the English language. Learn the fundamentals of Latin: its moods and tenses, and how cases are used in communicating. From the first words, you’ll see English grammar demystified, improve your vocabulary, and be immersed in the elegance of ancient Roman civilization. Emphasis will be on learning forms by speaking them. Note: Required text is Wheelock’s Latin (most recent edition). Bring the book to the first class.

L106-F16 $141 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6–7:30pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

Traveler’s Italian Romina Crociani, Instructor

Italian: Beyond Beginner Massimo Laurora, Instructor

This course is for those who have no previous knowledge of Italian and want to learn some useful phrases and cultural know-how for an upcoming trip—or just for fun. Participation is a must, so be ready to engage with the class. Each week, you’ll learn some basic travel terms and vocabulary, and also gain an understanding of Italian culture.

Continuamo a divertirci in Italiano! Let’s continue to have fun with Italian! Using a communicative and inductive approach, you’ll further develop your language skills through readings and conversations. Prerequisite: our Italian: Beginner class or comparable experience. Handouts provided.

Note: Required textbook is Conversational Italian in Seven Days, by Baldwin & Boas.

L989-F16 $141 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm September 29–November 17

Italian: Beginner Massimo Laurora, Instructor Whether you are going to Italy or just want to understand some delightful phrases, come study this lively and expressive language. You’ll learn basic grammatical concepts and idiomatic expressions while developing your vocabulary and writing skills. Participation is a must, so be ready to have some fun. Note: Required books are Italian Made Simple, by Cristina Mazzoni, and an Italian dictionary.

L103-F16 $141 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

Note: Required books: an Italian dictionary and The Italian Project 1A by Magnelli and Marin, (ISBN 978-960-693-019-5, includes a CD-ROM and Audio CD and can be purchased at Schoenhof ’s Foreign Books in Cambridge. Call first to order 617-547-8855).

L110-F16 $141 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 8–9:30pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

Italian: IntermediateAdvanced Conversation Romina Crociani, Instructor Join us for this stimulating discussion-based round table, conducted entirely in Italiano. Our native Italian instructor will discuss current events, literature, culture, travel, art, music, cooking, and much more. For this class, you should have a strong working knowledge of Italian basic conversation and grammar (verb tenses, pronouns, and a strong vocabulary) and the ability to read the language well, so we can strictly focus on your speaking skills. Note: Bring an Italian dictionary.

Enjoying learning to speak Italian? Add some recipes to your repertoire:

L101-F16 $141 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 29–November 17

• Viva Vegan Italian (page 25) • Cooking Italian Favorites (page 26) • Pizza Tour of the North End (page 25)

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9/19 Classical & Jazz Harp: Charles Overton

Western Gunslingers: The Good Guys

9/19 History at Eye Level with Anita Diamant

Getting the Most out of Your iPhone: apps, photos, settings, & more

9/26 Kallipe Trio presents Poulenc and more: Oboe, bassoon, piano

Writing a Memoir: reading, discussions, writing cues, & encouragement

9/26 The Madhouse Effect: How Climate Change Denial is Threatening Our Planet with Michael Mann

Unburying the Baby Girl, Mary, Khadijah & Sarah: an Interfaith Experience

10/17 Sophie et Adam: Sous le ciel de Paris with voice, piano 10/24 Duo Cello e Basso: Emmanuel Feldman & Pascale Delache-Feldman

Experience Chess with a Masterful Teacher: a game well-suited to exercising the brain, all levels welcome

10/17 Race and Other Four-Letter Words with Kandice Sumner

10/31 New Tunes for Newton: Laurie Gould (voice), Richard Travers (piano)

10/24 Georgia to Maine on Foot with Jim Klumpp

11/7 Castle Trio: Romantic Piano Trios with violin, cello, piano

10/31 Songs of Our Lives with Priscilla Douglas 11/7 Grit vs. Grace: How Using Emotions Leads to More Resilient Success with David DeSteno

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Organizing for the ClutterChallenged: discussion and strategies Masterpieces of French Literature: Père Goriot, Swann in Love, Candide

Course information: T105-F16 $95 ($89 tuition + $6 registration fee) 6 Mondays at Andover Newton Theological School, 10am–12:30pm Sept 19–Nov 7 (No class Oct 3 & 10)

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Sunday, December 4 • 10am–4pm Newton South High School

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DEEPEN YOUR PRACTICE: an experiential exploration Over the past six years, more than 50 of the country’s leading Mindfulness practitioners and teachers, including Jon Kabat-Zinn, Joseph Goldstein, Sharon Salzberg, and Dan Goleman have shared their wisdom with the Newton Community through our program. Now you can deepen your understanding and meditation practice by integrating these teachings into your own practice. Lama Surya Das, returning for his fourth appearance, will guide participants through meditation practice and the Buddha’s teachings on insight and compassion, altruism, mindful anger management, and the practice of integrating ‘nowness-awareness’ into daily life. Each session will include sufficient Q&A time for participants to engage in conversation with Surya Das about their personal practice and challenges. You are encouraged to bring your most pressing questions about your meditation practice!

Lama Surya Das is one of the foremost Western Buddhist meditation teachers and scholars. The Dalai Lama affectionately calls him “the Western Lama”. He has spent over 45 years studying Zen, Vipassana (Insight), Yoga, and Tibetan Buddhism with many of the great meditation masters of Asia. He is a leading spokesperson for Buddhism and contemporary spirituality, a translator, poet, meditation master, chant master, and spiritual activist. Author of the international bestselling Awakening trilogy: Awakening the Buddha Within, Awakening to the Sacred, and Awakening the Buddhist Heart, as well as his latest book Make Me One With Everything: Buddhist Meditations to Awaken from the Illusion of Separation. For more info please visit: surya.org.

Attend All Three Sessions AND Save $25: X610-F16 $100 (Sessions 1, 2, & 3)

Session 1 Insight and Wisdom His Holiness The Dalai Lama says that it’s all about cultivating wisdom and compassion—the two wings of the bird of awakened spirit on the path of spiritual enlightenment—for peacemaking and wellbeing. Join us to explore how to bring these teachings into our lives. Wednesday November 2, 7pm Newton South, 140 Brandeis Rd., Newton Center

X611-F16 $25 ($30 cash/check at the door)

Session 2 Compassion, Altruism, & Lovingkindness

Session 3 A Daylong Meditation Workshop

Learn the ancient yet timeless Tibetan awareness and inquiry techniques that help us develop the wisdom of insightful self-knowledge and warm, empathic, altruistic compassion for others who suffer as we do.

Indulge in a day of meditation instruction and practice—both sitting and walking—with ample time for exploring your Mindfulness practice questions.

Thursday November 10, 7pm Newton South, 140 Brandeis Rd., Newton Center

X612-F16 $25 ($30 cash/check at the door)

Sunday November 20, 11am–5pm Samadhi, 796 Beacon St., Newton Center

X613-F16 $75 ($85 cash/check at the door) Space is limited, register early

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Path to Freedom: The Four Divine Abodes Why are Love, Compassion, Joy, and Equanimity considered essential to liberation in Buddhism? How does a mind imbued with these immeasurable qualities realize freedom? In this talk Tenzin Priyadarshi will discuss the understanding and practice of these qualities which are common to all schools of Buddhism. Wednesday September 14, 7pm

Newton South, 140 Brandeis Rd., Newton Center X615-F16 $25 ($30 cash/check at the door)

The Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi Rinpoche is Founding Director of The Dalai Lama Center for Ethics and Transformative Values at MIT. He has an undergraduate degree in Philosophy and Physics and a graduate degree in Comparative Philosophy of Religion from Harvard University. At the age of ten, he entered a Buddhist monastery in Rajgir near the ancient Nalanda University and was subsequently ordained by His Holiness The Dalai Lama, his spiritual mentor. For more information, visit thecenter.mit.edu.

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Mandarin Chinese: Beginner & Beyond Lei Reilley, Instructor Spoken by one out of every five people in the world, Mandarin Chinese is a major world language. We’ll emphasize conversation, focusing on social situations and activities, such as dining out, shopping, and planning a trip. We’ll practice listening, speaking, reading, and pronunciation. Our Chinese instructor will also introduce the culture, traditions, philosophy, and history that serve as keys to understanding the language. Note: Required textbook: Beginner’s Chinese, by Yong Ho.

L120-F16 $141 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm September 29–November 17

American Sign Language for Beginners Martha O’Brien, Instructor American Sign Language is a standardized language for people who are deaf. Learn how to understand and use conversational sign language, and discuss current issues in deaf culture. You will be taught in a relaxed, fun-filled environment where small and large group activities will be used to facilitate language learning. If you want to communicate with friends or family members who are deaf, are fascinated by the native language of deaf people, or simply just want to learn how to sign, join us.

L599-F16 $141 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

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Setting Boundaries To Prevent Burnout Judith Swack, Instructor

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Conscious Parenting Cindy Kaplan, Instructor Learn to accept your children as unique individuals, and support them in becoming their most authentic selves. Conscious Parenting, based on the work of Dr. Shefali Tsabary, helps you build awareness of your values and societal pressures, and the impact they can have on your ability to see what is best for your family in the present. Learn to nurture your children while establishing the boundaries they need. Through in-class exercises and presentations, you’ll gain tools to set boundaries from a calm and centered place, and you’ll learn to recognize your triggers, understand your child’s behavior, and foster greater connection between you and your child. Note: Classes held at the Russian School of Math. Directions will be emailed to students.

P140-F16 $90 4 Thursdays @ 200 Wells Ave. 10–11:30am September 22–October 13

Have you ever had an unpleasant interaction with a coworker, boss, friend, family member or client, and walked away feeling upset even though you know it’s not personal? This happens when people overstep boundaries. Establishing boundaries in your life is a vital part of forming healthy relationships. Conscious awareness of the relationship and situation at hand isn’t always enough to work through the problem. To really be effective, boundaries need to be 100% intact at the conscious, unconscious, body, and soul levels of your being so you don’t end up dragging unhealthy feelings around with you. In this much-needed seminar, you will learn what a boundary is, discuss the most common contexts where people may need to set boundaries, and learn and practice the Boundary Tap technique for sealing energetic boundaries and clearing out unwanted negative energy. Join us and begin having healthier relationships at home and all around you by creating better boundaries.

P125-F16 $40 Wednesday September 28 @ Newton South 7–9pm New

How to be Happy, Finally! Jeanne Mayell, Instructor The Dalai Lama said, “Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.” In this meaningful and life-changing class, you will learn tried and true ways to become a happier person. These exercises will act progressively to brighten your everyday outlook, make you feel more alive everyday, and bring your life a sense of meaning—regardless of your life circumstances. With just a minimum of daily practice, these new skills will improve your relationships, your professional life, your health, and even your intelligence and well being. Come and give yourself a chance to finally be happy.

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Personal Transformation with Self-Hypnosis Olga Fishman, Instructor Are you ready to end a bad cycle of behavior or change an unwanted feeling? Hypnosis is effective, safe, and a great way for you to make personal changes. It can empower you to solve problems, and gain strength, confidence, focus, and control. Famous physicians such as Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung have used hypnotherapy to create a subconscious turn in thoughts, responses, or attitudes. Learn self-hypnosis techniques proven to help activate inner healing powers. You’ll experience this natural state of being through group hypnosis, and take the first step towards finding more contentment. Handouts provided.

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You’ve Retired! Now What? Jan Hauben, Instructor How are you doing now that you’re retired? Feeling isolated, or financially-pressured now that you don’t have your officemates and work? Are you troubled by the challenge of filling your time, and looking for support from family and friends? Or maybe you’re having the time of your life, but would enjoy the opportunity to get out and mingle with other recent retirees. However you’re feeling, you’re not alone. Learn how you can reinvent yourself through volunteering, taking classes, or trying something new. We’ll explore the many feelings that arise in retirement and some creative ways to navigate this new chapter of your life. Grab a chair and join us for this roundtable discussion.

Lose Your Food Cravings Holli Bassin, Instructor We all have food cravings that can affect our lives in many ways, from our relationships to health issues. These cravings, common in American culture, can cause chronic and auto-immune diseases, allergies plus more. But food cravings can be avoided by simply and mindfully eating a diet rich in nutritionally-balanced foods. In this workshop, we will touch on mindful eating, help you understand why you yearn foods, and teach you how to avoid cravings by adding healthful foods to your diet. We’ll also suggest foods you can eat more of to reduce urges, and explain why these foods can improve your health. Learn to enjoy the food your body will love, and live a happier healthier life as a result. Handouts provided.

P150-F16 $34 Monday October 17 @ Newton South 7–8:30pm

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Your Perfect Color Palette Randi Siu, Instructor Why do you feel so good when you wear certain colors? We all have our own unique skin tone, hair and eye color. When you wear the shades that harmonize with your features, you look and feel more balanced and alive. Join us to learn about basic color palette types and where you fit in. We’ll take the mystery out of the process, and give you the confidence to choose your best personal colors for a beautiful look that’s uniquely your own. Note: Class will be held at the Russian School of Math. Directions will be emailed to students.

P152-F16 $34 Thursday October 20 @ 200 Wells Ave. 10:30am–12pm New

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Your Figure: From Flawed to Fabulous Randi Siu, Instructor Wouldn’t it be great to feel and look great, and get compliments on everything you wear? The key to looking your best is to learn how to balance all your features, so the clothes you wear complement your figure type and hide its flaws. In this class you’ll learn what your figure type is, and how you can find the best clothing styles to wear for a fabulous new look! Note: Class will be held at the Russian School of Math. Directions will be emailed to students.

P153-F16 $34 Thursday October 27 @ 200 Wells Ave. 10:30am–12pm

The Art of Accessorizing Randi Siu, Instructor Everyone can wear scarves successfully, if they know how! Learn which colors, styles, patterns and finishes of scarves best compliment your coloring, personality, figure type and face shape. You will also learn creative ways to tie scarves to update, enhance and add a fresh new look to your basic wardrobe, for a more polished look. Note: Wear a simple plain-colored top to class, so you can try out and practice new scarf-wearing techniques. Our instructor will provide the scarves.

P151-F16 $34 Monday September 26 @ Newton North 7:30–9pm

Note: Classes held at the Russian School of Math. Directions will be emailed to students.

P137-F16 $35 3 Thursdays @ 200 Wells Ave. 11am–12pm September 22–October 6

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Finding Love Through Online Dating Susan Trotter, Instructor You can find love through online dating, if you know the best ways to approach it. This dynamic class is about how to have more fun and experience greater success with online dating. In the process, you will learn how to create a fabulous online profile, better assess other people’s profiles, write enticing emails to get the responses you want from the people you want, and prepare for a fantastic first date and beyond. You will also walk away more open to possibilities, more optimistic, and more confident in your search for love.

P890-F16 $39 Thursday November 3 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Whispers from the Other Side David Cohen, Instructor It’s not every day that you can meet someone who has survived a near-death experience and recovered with an awareness of the afterlife. Join us for an evening with someone who had an extraordinary event happen to him: after almost dying from an illness, David Cohen discovered that he had the ability to connect with his loved ones and others who had passed away. Unusual as it sounds, the phenomenon has become a legitimate topic since the best-selling On Death and Dying (1969) by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross. Join David for a frank discussion about questions such as: “Where do you go after you pass away?” “Are our loved ones still with us?” and “Are our lives predetermined?” Bring your questions and an open mind. During the first hour David will lecture, the second hour will be open for readings.

P459-F16 $39 Thursday October 27 @ Newton South 7:30–9:30pm

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Relationships, Dating, & Marriage Judith Swack, Instructor Whether you’ve just entered the dating scene or you’re in a bump in the road in a relationship or marriage, come learn seven secrets to having a successful relationship. Our instructor will reveal how to start and/or maintain an intimate and healthy connection. First, we’ll discuss relationship-readiness stages and explore the mysteries behind instant attraction. Then you’ll discover how you and your partner’s readiness affects your decisions and relationship. You’ll find out how to choose and keep your ideal mate and learn three minimum criteria for creating a successful, happy marriage. We’ll also talk about common assumptions that can hurt your marriage. You’ll leave class with a better understanding of romantic relationships and discover the surprisingly simple measures of a satisfying marriage. Handouts provided.

P116-F16 $61 2 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm October 19–October 26

Flirting & The Psychology of Instant Attraction Judith Swack, Instructor Whether you’re single or just coming out of a relationship, it is always fun to learn or refresh, those flirting skills. Learn the difference between flirting and seduction, what is sexy, and how to connect easily and follow up. You’ll also learn a simple technique for eliminating the fear of rejection that works in just minutes. Come join us for an exciting fun-filled evening. Handouts provided.

P118-F16 $35 Wednesday October 5 @ Newton South 7–9pm

Mindfulness & Intuition Jeanne Mayell, Instructor Mindfulness helps you focus, live in the moment, and achieve inner peace. You can also use mindfulness to expand your intuition. Learn techniques to become more intuitive while experiencing the health and well-being benefits of mindfulness meditation. We’ll review how connecting to our inner selves allows us to tap into our intuition, turn down mental chatter, and feel the present moment. Both beginners and those with meditation and intuitive experience will benefit from this meaningful and supportive group experience. Handouts provided.

P243-F16 $46 Tuesday November 1 @ Newton North 6:30–9pm

CreativIty & Moon Cycles Hilary Harley, Instructor So you think you are not creative? Think again! Learn how to better express yourself and unleash your creative potential. Moon placement in your astrological chart indicates how you connect with, and develop, ideas and projects into full bloom. We will locate and identify this vital source of your creativity, and you will learn how to effectively access it so you may enjoy a more rewarding and fulfilling life. Note: Wear comfortable clothes. Bring paper, a pen, and a pillow to sit on. To get the most from this class, email your birth data (date, location and exact time of birth) to Hilly64@rcn.com after you register.

P127-F16 $48 Wednesday November 2 @ Newton South 6:30–9:30pm

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Instant Intuition & Tarot Jeanne Mayell, Instructor Have you ever had a powerful intuitive experience from a dream, or knew who was calling when the phone rang? Everyone is hard wired with intuitive or psychic ability, but few know how to access it on command. This class will show you how to use images to instantly gain insight into any subject or person. You will also learn to use the Tarot which is specifically designed as a tool for insight. Tarot has been handed down through the ages, and contains ancient wisdom we all can use. This fun and meaningful class is for all levels. Note: Bring a Thoth tarot deck, or buy a large size for $27 in class.

P136-F16 $44 Tuesday November 8 @ Newton North 6:30–9pm New

How to See Visions Jeanne Mayell, Instructor Did you know that when you close your eyes and look inside your mind, your brain has the capacity to access information about yourself, others, and our world that you cannot get with everyday sight? This inner seeing, also known as your third eye or clairvoyance, opens a world of insights and treasures that can enrich your life once you learn how to ask for and see those visions. Come discover how to access these visions to gain insight and inspiration for your life. You’ll practice inner visioning exercises with classmates to learn how to read other people in order to get a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you. Handouts provided.

P182-F16 $44 Tuesday October 18 @ Newton North 6:30–9pm

Mind-Body Aromatherapy Cher Koor, Instructor

Tai Chi: Beginner Detlef Kraus, Instructor

Essential oils can encourage positive emotions and reduce negative ones. Learn to use them to improve your health and well-being. We’ll discuss how essential oils such as lavender, mandarin, and chamomile can help you relax and ease insomnia, and how oils like peppermint, rosemary, and pine needle can keep you alert and clear-headed. You will also learn about oils to support confidence, happiness, stress-reduction, inner peace, and much more. We will make an aromatherapy mister in class for you to enjoy at home.

Tai Chi has been part of Chinese culture for centuries and has many valuable benefits. Because of its movement and mind/body focus, the positive effects of Tai Chi on balance, relaxation, and sustained mental attention have been recognized by those who engage in athletic activities such as dance, skating, skiing, tennis, golf, and other sports. In this program, movement essentials and the mind-body connection will be explored in accordance with the principles and techniques of Tai Chi.

Note: An $8 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class.

P322-F16 $39 Thursday October 20 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Home Remedies for Cold & Flu Season Katherine Gekas, Instructor If you’re looking to maintain or improve your health, don’t start with a trip to your medicine cabinet—turn to your kitchen cabinets instead. Most of us have foods in our kitchens whose medicinal properties have been used for centuries to help people stay healthy through winter. Learn about the incredible versatility of vegetables, herbs, and spices, and how they can be used to help your immune system stay strong. We’ll make at least three products with kitchen foods to take home including a fire cider, an herbal honey, a thyme steam (to help with clear breathing), and an herbal oil. Note: Bring an apron. Ingredients, containers and handouts will be provided. A $15 materials fee is payable to the instructor.

P576-F16 $49 2 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm November 10–November 17

Note: Wear comfortable clothing.

Y107-F16 $89 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:30pm October 18–November 15

Gentle Yoga: Beginners & Beyond Diann Siegel, Instructor Many people shy away from yoga, mistakenly thinking “I’m not flexible, so I can’t do yoga”. If this sounds like you, consider joining us! Our instructor believes that yoga is for everyone. So come—and enjoy as you stretch, breathe, and relax. Class begins and ends with guided relaxation; in between you’ll learn traditional yoga poses, with modifications designed to make yoga accessible to everyone. You’ll learn yogic breathing, gain flexibility and strength, and find ways to be at ease in your body and mind. Individual attention will be given to each student’s physical challenges. Note: This is a mixed-level class, suitable for beginner and intermediate students. Please bring a yoga mat and a blanket to class. The temperature of the library is variable; please remember to dress in layers.

Y141-F16 $149 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:45–8pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

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Kripalu Yoga Ben Cohen, Instructor

Reiki: Intro Ulrike Dettling Kalthofer, Instructor

Yoga is a wonderful way to nourish your body and calm your mind. In this class you’ll increase flexibility, strengthen muscles, improve balance, and experience deep relaxation. The Kripalu method encourages you to honor your limitations and adapt postures accordingly. This class is suitable for beginning and experienced students. In addition to a variety of yoga postures each week, you’ll learn yoga breathing techniques, meditation, and stress reduction tools you can use in daily life.

Reiki, which means “universal life-force energy,” is a hands-on method for reducing stress, relieving pain, and facilitating healing by releasing “energy blockages.” We’ll review the history and theory of this fascinating healing method, and discuss its many applications in everyday life.

Note: Wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat, and avoid wearing perfumes or strong scents.

Y104-F16 $149 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 5–6:15pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

Alexander Technique: Improve Posture & Relieve Pain Jill Geiger, Instructor Interested in improving your posture, moving with ease, and relieving stiffness, pain, and tension? Poor posture, stress, and neck/ back/shoulder pains are often caused by unrecognized habits of tension. By teaching you how to recognize and unlearn these common habits, the Alexander Technique provides the means to restore your innate good posture, balance and poise. For over 120 years, performers, athletes, and individuals of all ages have used this educational method to reduce tension and stress and experience lasting relief from chronic pain. You’ll be introduced to the technique: its history, principles, and application to everyday activities. Note: Tuition includes one private lesson outside of class.

Y103-F16 $49 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm October 19–October 26

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Note: Optional sample treatments may be available at the end of class. Continuing Education credits available for nurses. Directions will be emailed to students.

Y139-F16 $39 Saturday November 5 @ Arlington 10am–12pm

Reiki: Level 1 Certification Ulrike Dettling Kalthofer, Instructor For students who’d like to become Reiki professionals, to learn Reiki for self-healing or to use with friends, family or pets. You’ll start by attending Intro to Reiki (cost included with registration for this class). Then you’ll learn the traditional hand positions and receive the attunements believed to allow healing energy to flow through your hands. You’ll practice giving a complete Reiki treatment, and receive one yourself. We’ll cover licensing, code of ethics, hygiene protocol, and malpractice insurance. Note: Wear comfortable clothes and bring a notebook. Continuing Education credits available for mental health professionals and nurses. Directions will be emailed to students.

Y140-F16 $157 Saturday November 5 @ Arlington 10am–6pm

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The Get Happy Workshop: Art of Living & Breathing Janhavi Wadhwani, Instructor During this two evening workshop you’ll learn powerful breathing techniques that help eliminate stress and toxins. You’ll find that by simply breathing, you’ll bring clarity, gain peace of mind, and an increased joy in life. With a deeper understanding of your self and your own emotions you’ll become more mindful and present which will enrich your relationships and life in every way. During these two evenings be prepared to practice some light yoga and unique breathing techniques that will help you experience joy and meditation like never before! Note: Dress in comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat.

Y220-F16 $95 Wednesday October 5 & Thursday October 6 @ Newton South 7–9:30pm

Training for Hospice Volunteers Compassionate Care Hospice staff, Instructor Compassionate Care Hospice Volunteers enhance an individual’s quality of life in just one-to-two hours per week, engaging in activities such as playing music, holding hands, reading, writing letters or simply sitting quietly. During this three-week course, you’ll be introduced to hospice team members, including the nurse, social worker, and chaplain. You’ll be trained in the philosophy of hospice, end-of-life medical issues, family dynamics, communication, grief and loss, and spiritual care. Please join us for this introspective exploration and adopt our unique and compassionate approach to care of the mind, body, and spirit at the end of life. Volunteers are supervised by the Volunteer Coordinator and supported by other members of the patient care team.

Y214-F16 $14 3 Thursdays @ Newton South 6–9pm October 13–October 27

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Across the Red/Blue Divide Maggie Herzig, Instructor

The Gift of Comforting: Compassion in Action Val Walker, Instructor

This election season, many people have at least one important relationship that has been either frayed by divisive conversations about political differences or constrained due to fear of divisiveness. What alternatives are there? You can let media pundits and campaign strategists paint a picture of polarization as inevitable and hopeless. Or you can consider taking a collaborative journey with someone who is important to you, neither paralyzed with fear of the rough waters, nor unprepared for predictable strong currents. In this experiential and interactive workshop, you’ll see how the lessons learned by dialogue facilitators at the Public Conversations Project over a quarter century can be applied not only in group settings with a designated facilitator but also between two people who want to speak about their hopes and concerns in ways that can be heard, and to hear about each others’ hopes and concerns with new empathy and understanding—even if they continue to disagree.

Though we may feel compassion and understanding for someone in distress, the skills of what to say or do can sometimes elude us. We’ll examine how to put compassion into action with practical examples of comforting at work and at home. To add to our skills, we’ll explore recent research on empathy, grief, and social support, and review the best practices for how to help. We’ll also learn how to make realistic commitments to people in need of our comfort, as well as how to set boundaries around our availability. To conclude, we’ll reflect on the ways we restore comfort to ourselves. This workshop is ideal for anyone reaching out to others who are grieving, as well as for caregivers and professionals supporting people with chronic illness, disabilities or aging.

Y236-F16 $39; $55/Couple or Bring a friend Wednesday November 16 @ Newton North 6:30– 8:30pm

Y235-F16 $45/Solo; $70/For two Wednesday September 28 @ Newton North 7–9:30pm

Would you like to teach for NCE—or do you have any ideas for a new class? We’re always on the lookout for enthusiastic teachers who’d like to share their expertise with members of the greater Newton community. Look through our catalog to make sure we aren’t already offering the subject you have in mind. Then, if you think your class would be a good addition to our program, fill out the Course Suggestion form on our website.

Money & Real Estate Our Money & Real Estate courses are not intended to substitute for individual financial counseling or legal advice. Neither NCE nor Newton Public Schools may give specific advice concerning personal investments. Please do not make any financial decisions based on recommendations from our independent instructors without first checking with your own advisers about the suitability of such actions.

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Play the Stock Market Game Peter Yaffe, Instructor Imagine you’re handed $100K to invest in the stock market—but you have no idea how Wall Street works. Well that scenario may happen to you so you’d best be prepared. Join us and learn to grow a virtual $100,000 into a top-performing financial portfolio. First you’ll learn how investing actually works, starting by examining markets, types of investments, and the impact of global events. Then you’ll learn about risk, speculating, and borrowing on margin. Working individually and in teams, you’ll compete against your fellow classmates and other groups across the state in this SIFMA Foundation-sponsored game. Warning: The Stock Market GameTM is played each fall by budding investors as young as 4th grade. Can you do better than an elementary schooler in making savvy financial decisions? Come find out. No experience necessary.

S319-F16 $130; $200/Couple-Bring a friend! 7 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm September 27–November 15 No class October 11

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Unconventional Investing Tim Higgins, Instructor Most of us are not taught finance or investment strategies in school or the workplace. Financial education is available to those who proactively seek it. In this class, you’ll learn ideas and strategies that are rarely discussed by the financial media or large financial firms. We’ll cover how to better manage your 401(K) or other work-based retirement accounts, how many mutual funds are inherently flawed, and the next evolution of fund investing. Learn how to build a more diversified portfolio and better tailor it to your risk tolerance, and how to play both offense and defense. You’ll also discover how conventional portfolios may struggle in the next decade, especially considering some very specific and unique current events. This class will not address individual stock or option trading.

S315-F16 $42; $65/Couple Thursday September 22 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

Making Informed Financial Decisions for College Todd Weaver, Instructor The cost of tuition at four-year colleges has skyrocketed over 100% in the past ten years! This uncontrolled increase has now put student loan debt obligations second only to mortgage debt in the United States. Learn how to calculate your Expected Family Contribution for each of the two formulas colleges use–yes, there are two formulas! Which one is best for you? Learn about the importance Strategic Enrollment Management has in today’s admissions process and how it will affect your student’s ability to gain acceptance to, and to pay for college. Get a perspective from someone who worked in the financial aid office of a private university and has counseled families on college affordability for more than a quarter century.

S271-F16 $34; $48/Couple Tuesday September 27 @ Newton South 7:30–9pm

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Social Security: Optimizing Your Benefits? Renee Senes, Instructor

... you plan in advance; you understand the financial aid process; and act early enough to be successful. Financial Aid goes to the families who plan in advance—ideally before December 31st of the child’s sophomore year of high school. This course will teach you the concepts and strategies that will help you maximize your financial aid by understanding the process, and how implementing strategies may increase a family’s eligibility even if you have a “high income” or own a business. The greatest amount of financial aid goes to the families who act in the years before college. Remember: Procrastination equals less financial aid. All schools are not alike, so it is important to know your options and opportunities. A free financial aid analysis will be available to all attendees.

Have you read about the sweeping changes to Social Security? Do you know how they could impact you? Are you thinking of taking Social Security at 62 just to be safe? What difference will it make if you wait and take those benefits at age 66 or 70? What if you decide to work part time during retirement? How would being divorced or widowed impact social security? If you are over 50, join us to discuss the basics of social security and all new numbers for 2016. We’ll examine the factors to take into consideration when you decide to take benefits. You’ll learn how to create a retirement income strategy using social security as one source of income. The information provided is general in nature and should not be construed as personal tax or legal advice.

S104-F16-1 $39; $52/Couple Tuesday September 20 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm S104-F16-2 $39; $52/Couple Tuesday November 1 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm

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Navigating the StudentAthlete College Search and Recruiting Process Nick Michael, Instructor See page 59 for details.

KH24-F16 $75 Student/Adult Pair; $45 Individual (Student or Adult) Tuesday October 25 & Thursday October 27 @ Newton South 7–9pm

S266-F16-2 $39; $52/Two-bring a friend Wednesday November 16 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

Your Retirement Countdown with TIAA-CREF Rose Thompson, CRPC®, Instructor Are you or your spouse part of the 20% of Newton’s population who participate in a TIAA-CREF retirement plan? Come hear the ins and outs of these plans from a former TIAA-CREF financial consultant. The five years before and the five years after retirement are your critical planning years for a successful and sustainable retirement. Are you 50 years+ and concerned that longevity, inflation, and undependable market returns will negatively impact your retirement? Hear independent advice about the strengths and limitations of your TIAACREF retirement plan, and how it may or may not fit into your overall planning. You’ll get info and tools to design a reliable in-

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come strategy for you and your family, with income protection in down markets, and the opportunity for growth in up markets. A retirement planning workbook is included in the cost of the program.

S303-F16 $39; $52/Couple Tuesday September 20 @ Newton South 6:45–8:45pm

Money & Divorce: Costly Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make Renee Senes, Instructor You want to keep the house that has $150,000 in equity. Your spouse takes the stock portfolio worth $150,000. Five years from now, is one of you struggling to pay bills while the other has a growing net worth? If you are contemplating divorce, starting the process, in mediation or looking at settlement options, this seminar could be for you. We’ll look at common financial mistakes that are often made in divorce settlements and discuss how to avoid them. You’ll gain an understanding of how issues around cash flow, liquidity, income taxes, capital gains, retirement account rules, insurance, debt and credit could impact your future well-being. We’ll also look at the Alimony Reform Act of 2011 which became effective March 1, 2012 and makes significant changes to alimony in Massachusetts. Be knowledgeable about your finances before you sign your settlement agreement.

S228-F16-2 $39; $52/Two-bring a friend Wednesday September 28 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

Wills, Trusts, Probate, & Estate Litigation Lisa Cukier & Clifford R. Cohen, Instructors You can’t take it with you... but you can plan ahead to make things easier for your family, friends, and loved ones. Get an overview of estate planning and probate administration in Massachusetts, including how to avoid probate and strategies to make sure your assets go to your loved ones without court involvement. Learn about various estate-planning vehicles such as health care proxies, durable powers of attorney, wills, living wills, revocable trusts, pourover wills, irrevocable life insurance trusts, qualified personal residence trusts, grantor retained annuity trusts, and charitable remainder trusts. This course will also include a discussion about estate litigation, family disputes and financial exploitation by caregivers relating to the assets of individuals who have diminished mental capacity and may be subject to undue influence.

S219-F16 $49; $68/Couple 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm September 21–September 28

A First-Timer’s Guide to Home or Condo Buying David Miller & Marie Presti, Instructors In today’s real estate market, it’s more important than ever to be knowledgeable before purchasing a home or condo. Get an overview of the entire process, from finding the perfect neighborhood and selecting a real estate broker, to obtaining favorable financing and hiring an attorney to protect your investment. We’ll teach you how the rights and responsibilities of condo owners differ from those of home owners, and review the primary legal documents related to each. This course’s unbiased, comprehensive approach can help you avoid disastrous situations from the loss of your hard-earned deposit to buying a property with latent defects such as termites, lead paint, or water damage.

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Piano for Beginners Izabella Sahakian, Instructor It’s never too late to learn the piano. Unlike the complicated and lengthy traditional instruction methods, this class delivers quick results. You’ll be able to play basic songs after just a few lessons. This class will teach the piano fundamentals: keyboard, music notation, note reading, time signature and rhythm, and treble and bass clefs, while helping you build a simple repertoire. Give it a try; you’ll discover that piano is not only fun to play, but also intellectually and socially rewarding. Note: Keyboards, handouts and music scores are provided.

M152-F16 $139 8 Thursdays @ Newton South 5:30–6:30pm September 22–November 17 No class on September 29

S100-F16 $66; $95/Couple 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–9pm October 25 – November 1

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Harmonica: Basics & Blues Phil Kaplan, Instructor Learn to play your favorite tunes and blues riffs on this simple, take-anywhere virtual organ that requires no effects, extras, or power—other than what you have in your lungs! We will introduce basic skills including positioning the harmonica properly in your mouth, and hand techniques to create nuance in your playing. We’ll also work on breath control and you will get tips on music fundamentals such as chords and rhythm. There will be in-class exercises, plus homework if you’d like extra practice to improve your sound. Note: Bring a diatonic (not chromatic) C harmonica, a.k.a. “blues harp,” plus a notebook and pencil. Recommended books: Instant Harmonica by McKelvy, or Play Harmonica Today by Hal Leonard. Handouts provided.

M162-F16 $95 6 Wednesdays @ Newton North 5–6pm September 28–November 9 No class October 12

Play the Ukulele Arnold Rosen, Instructor A cross between the guitar and banjo, this little instrument has been around since the late 1800’s. We’ll cover ukulele basics, including chord progressions, single-note playing, and right hand strumming techniques. We’ll also demonstrate and teach you numerous playing styles. Whether you’re a fan of Amanda Palmer, Don Ho, or Tiny Tim, you can entertain friends with a favorite tune as you learn to play this fun instrument. No experience necessary. Note: Bring your ukulele to class.

M470-F16 $95 6 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7pm September 27–November 8 No class October 11

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Play the Dulcimer Jeremy Seeger, Instructor

Guitar for Beginners Jeremy Seeger, Instructor

Join the ranks of Joni Mitchell, Cyndi Lauper, and other dulcimer-playing icons. Learn the fundamentals, including strumming techniques, and how to tune and replace strings. We’ll start with basic melodies and then build a repertoire of songs. No experience necessary.

Gain a foundation in the basics of this versatile instrument by learning to play American folk songs. Building from week to week, we’ll cover the fundamentals of holding, tuning, and playing the guitar. The emphasis is on playing and singing the songs (even if it is just for yourself) and developing a repertoire. Some songs you’ll learn to play include, “This Land is Your Land” and “Blowing in the Wind”. This course will help you build the skills for playing on your own or with others. Handouts provided.

Note: Bring your dulcimer (you can purchase one at Music & Arts in Newton Centre if you choose, but please call in advance to order). A $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class; this will cover a copy of The Dulcimer Book by Jean Ritchie, as well as picks and strings if you need them.

M787-F16 $118 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–7pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12

Intro to Guitar Arnold Rosen, Instructor Gain a strong foundation in the basics of this versatile instrument by learning to play songs. Building from week to week, we’ll cover the fundamentals of holding, tuning, and strumming. You’ll develop finger strength, dexterity, and muscle memory while learning chords, melodies, and rhythms. Whether you’re just learning or returning after a break, this course will help you build the skills for playing on your own or with others. The music that we play will be determined by students’ interests. Handouts provided. Note: Bring a guitar along with a folder, and a pen or pencil.

M106-F16 $149 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8:15pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

Note: Bring a guitar along with a folder, and a pen or a pencil. A $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class.

M474-F16 $149 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7:15–8:45pm September 21–November 16 No class October 12 New

Jazz Music Ensemble Arnold Rosen, Instructor Improve your jazz-playing understanding and ability through learning Real Book songs—the standard tunes played by all jazz musicians. You’ll learn the history behind the Real Book, and we’ll work on improvisational tools such as scale choices, arpeggios, and guide tones. We’ll also discuss music theory, and work on developing your listening and interactive skills to make you a better ensemble musician. Open to musicians of all instruments—sax, trumpet, flute, bass, (electric or upright), keyboard, guitar, and any unusual instruments as well. Handouts provided. Note: Bring your instrument to class.

M466-F16 $95 6 Tuesdays @ Newton North 8:30–9:30pm October 18–November 22

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Actors Workshop Kelly Fey, Instructor

Hand Drumming The DrumConnection staff, Instructors Explore the rhythms of West Africa, Cuba, and Brazil on the drums. We’ll play indigenous rhythms on the conga, ashiko, and djembe drums; you’ll learn how hand drumming is used to express and communicate. New and returning students welcome. Note: Bring a hand drum of your choice to the first lesson, or you can rent from The DrumConnection (call first: 781-316-8068). A $5 materials fee, for The DrumConnection Hand Drumming for Beginners Book, is payable to the instructor.

M109-F16 $134 6 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm September 28–November 9 No class October 12

Voice for Beginners James Zimmardi, Instructor If you love to sing and want to improve your methods, now is the time to learn! We’ll review basic breathing, alignment, resonance, relaxation, and centering techniques essential for developing your voice and gaining confidence in singing. You don’t have to know how to read music but humor, patience, and a sense of adventure are helpful. Join us, master the fundamentals, and find your singing voice.

M174-F16 $195 7 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm September 19–November 21 No class Oct 3 & 10, Nov 14

If you are new to the art of acting or want to brush up on your skills, study with us. You’ll master basic theater methods through physical and vocal warm-ups, role playing, monologues, and short scenes. Using various exercises, you’ll discover how to approach and build a character while learning what it means to work within the context of an ensemble. Come take center stage, explore the breadth of your imagination, and see what acting can do for you!

M185-F16 $95 3 Mondays @ Newton North 7–9pm October 17–October 31

Improvisational Acting Judith Kalaora, Instructor Come explore this special art form that can sharpen your ability to think on your feet and build your confidence in public speaking. Improvisational performance takes shape with little or no advance planning. Learn the fundamental principles of improv, as you ease into a variety of theater games and exercises to develop and enhance your skills. You’ll use your instincts to create unique characters with strong objectives. You’ll also explore Playback, a form of improv, where group members tell stories from their lives and we perform them on the spot. You’ll be surprised by the scenes you develop as your creativity grows and your fears on stage vanish. Come ready to laugh. You’ll look forward to this evening all week! New and returning students welcome.

M570-F16 $139 5 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm October 19–November 16

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Good Movies: Screening & Discussion Group Paul Angiolillo, Instructor What is it about top-rated films that just “work”? It’s not a trivial question, either, since movies combine all three major art forms: visual, literary, and musical. The best ones weave cinematography, screenplay, and sound into an experience that’s both entrancing and moving. Together we’ll watch three first-rate films as a starting point for talking about this world’s most-popular art form. We’ll pick which films to watch before each class, but they might include recent hidden gems like Barbara (German), After Life (Japanese), Living Is Easy with Eyes Closed (Spanish), The Lunchbox (Indian), and Pride (English).

M233-F16 $109 3 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm November 2–November 16 New

Four Jewish Songwriters John Clark, Instructor Who knew so many of the great American songwriters were Jewish? Take a journey through the music of four very different songwriters: Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Leonard Cohen, and Randy Newman. They were influenced early on by Tin Pan Alley songwriters and fellow Jews Irving Berlin, the Gershwins, Rodgers, Hart, and Hammerstein, and later by Carole King, Neil Sedaka, Burt Bacharach, and Neil Diamond. Love and desire, religion and philosophy, and political and societal criticism are universal themes through many of their songs. Did their religion impact their music? Join us for the answer. Handouts provided.

M235-F16 $110 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm October 26–November 16

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administration, design, writing, Internet use, computer certification preparation, personal enrichment, test preparation, entrepreneurial skills, management for health care professionals, cursos en español, and a lot more.

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Mozart & Da Ponte: Three Great Operas Richard Knisely, Instructor The artistic partnership of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Lorenzo Da Ponte resulted in three of the greatest operas of all time. Before Da Ponte arrived in Vienna, Mozart spent years lamenting the lack of a good librettist to write texts for new operas. A colorful character with a highly romantic life story, Da Ponte was just the man to flout convention and, with Mozart, to create a new theater form without precedent. When The Marriage of Figaro was first presented in Vienna, it caused a great stir. Never before had contemporary people with contemporary problems been treated in opera. Following Figaro came Don Giovanni and finally, Cosi fan Tutte. Join us as we explore the lives of these two unusual people and the still mind-bending works they created. No previous knowledge of opera needed.

M239-F16 $156 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

An Evening with Beethoven Richard Knisely, Instructor Beethoven is widely considered one of the greatest composers who ever lived. His fifth and ninth Symphonies, the “Apassionata” Sonata, and his violin and piano concertos are some of the most-performed and best-loved classical music. But these giant canvases of sound are created from the most minute strokes. Join us for an evening of revelation as long-time classical radio host Richard Knisely guides you into the microcosmic world of this musical master. Learn to hear how these huge creations are made from tiny cells of ideas, cells that grow and transmute, and are inverted to create great pyramids from small stones. In this class, we’ll unravel the “Ghost” Trio, one of Beethoven’s most beloved chamber pieces.

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Online Learning If you’d love to learn something new but can’t find a course that fits your busy schedule, sign up for an online class and learn from the comfort of your own home. Courses are available through Ed2Go, Career Training, and UGotClass. Their classes include: • Legal Secretary • Grant Writing Suite • Spanish in the Classroom If you want to get your feet wet or take certificate classes in a matter of six weeks, sign up with Ed2Go. Courses include: business

If you want in-depth preparation for employment in some of today’s hottest careers with a comprehensive, affordable, and selfpaced curriculum, sign up for the Career Training Program. That’s brought to you by Ed2Go, which also offers payment plan along with financial aid assistance. UGotClass is brought to you by the Learning Resources Network (LERN) and offers a wide range of certificate classes, CEUs, ILUs—and some courses even have optional graduate credit. Their online courses include classes such as Lean Six Sigma, Certificate in Data Analysis, Certificate in Office Operations, and Law for Non Lawyers—just to name a few that focus on Skills for the 21st Century©. Upon successful completion of all required work, you will receive the appropriate Certificate for your course. Check our website for details and for the latest class listings.

Lifetime Learning Seniors, join us for intellectual discourse, entertainment, and community. Our vibrant program was founded in 1978 and is still going strong. Enjoy classical music performances by Boston-area professional musicians, lectures by distinguished speakers, and/or courses on stimulating topics. See page 32 or call our office at 617-559-6999 for more information.

T105-F16 $95 ($89 tuition + $6 registration fee) 6 Mondays @ Andover Newton Theological School 10am–12:30pm September 19, 26, October 17, 24, 31, November 7

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Close-up Card Magic Charlie Mirabile & Jackson Fyfe, Instructors Wow family and friends with your newfound skills in close-up card magic. Learn techniques for shuffling, card control, and flourishes, and perhaps explore some coin magic too. These techniques and tricks will come in handy whether you’re entertaining, working as an amateur street performer, or impressing a future boss at a job interview. Improve your dexterity, sharpen your mind, and pick up a fun hobby you can practice for the rest of your life. Note: Bring a new deck of playing cards to class; we recommend Bicycle brand for handling and durability.

R290-F16 $100 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm October 19–November 16

Car Maintenance 101 Arthur Kadehjian, Instructor

Bridge for Beginners Jori Grossack, Instructor

Do you know how to change your car’s oil, check tire pressure, replace your windshield wipers, or install a new battery? It isn’t as hard as you may think. Join us in auto shop and learn how to buy a used car, inspect brakes, check the cooling system, align wheels, plus more. It’s time to get a feel for your car and learn simple maintenance tips that can save you hundreds of dollars. Don’t wait to get stuck on the side of the road before you open the hood and learn how to care for your car.

This class is for those who have never played bridge before, or who have played sufficiently little or long ago. We will start from the very beginning. You will learn the rudiments of Modern Standard American bidding as we cover some basic play and defensive strategies. The approach will be part lecture, but mostly “learning by doing”—expect to be playing cards right from the first lesson! No experience necessary.

Z105-F16 $62 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:30pm October 18–November 8

Bicycle Repair & Maintenance Farina’s Bicycle staff, Instructors Don’t get stranded with a flat tire, a broken chain, or a loose nut! Learn basic maintenance and roadside repairs in a fun, non-intimidating environment. You’ll get hands-on practice in changing a flat, removing a wheel, adjusting brakes, tightening the chain, and more. Handouts show diagrams and list the most commonly used tools. Note: Don’t bring your bicycle to class; in-store bikes will be used for practice. (You’ll receive a coupon worth 10% off accessories purchased on the day of class.) Location: Farina’s Bicycle Center, 61 Galen St., Watertown, near Watertown Square.

R100-F16 $39 Saturday September 17 @ Watertown 9:15–11:15am

Z108-F16 $165; $320/Couple (No discounts) 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6:30–8pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

Bridge: Beyond Beginner Jori Grossack, Instructor Brush up your Bridge game! We’ll cover opener’s and responder’s rebids, overcalls, takeout Doubles, as well as how to place strong 2C bids, and preempts. We’ll also review basic Declarer Play techniques like planning the play of a hand, counting winners and losers, developing long suits, finesses, and more. Each class will include practice games supplemented by instructor lectures. You’ll take home copies of every hand played with written analyses of the suggested bidding, play, and defense. Prerequisite: our Beginner Bridge class or comparable experience.

Z596-F16 $165; $320/Couple (No discounts) 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 5–6:30pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

Get outside this Fall: • The Garden Coach (page 29) • Pizza Tour of the North End (page 25) • Wildlife Photography Workshop (page 8) • Walking Tour of Olmstead’s Arboretum (page 28)

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Bridge for Intermediates Jori Grossack, Instructor We’ll will test and challenge your skills in three important areas: bidding; declarer play; and defense. This class is ideal for advanced players actively trying to take their game to the next level. Caution: this class may be eye-opening.

Z154-F16 $165; $320/Couple (No discounts) 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 8–9:30pm September 20–November 15 No class October 11

Get Hooked on Mah Jongg Lauren Korn & Mara Nislick, Instructors There’s a reason your grandmother loved this game, and you will too. Mah Jongg is a strategic tile-based game that uses “suits” like rummy. It’s complicated and addictive, so learn the rules, play once, and you’ll want to play again, and again. Join us to learn its basic moves and the strategies you need to win. Each session will include instruction and supervised play. If you plan to bring your own Mah Jongg set, let us know when you register, and if needed, our instructors can check your set to make sure it’s complete. We will supply a 2016 Mah Jongg card. Note: A $9 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class. Section 1 location: Russian School of Math. Directions will be emailed to students.

Z115-F16-1 $105 (Nislick) 5 Thursdays @ 200 Wells Ave. 10:30am–12pm October 20–November 17 Z115-F16-2 $105 (Korn) 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm October 18–November 15

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Nature Herb Walk Katherine Gekas, Instructor Did you know that some weeds and trees can help you stay healthy? Join us and learn to identify medicinal plants and trees commonly found in the woods and used by herbalists today. At this time of year, roots, barks and mushrooms are usually harvested, so we’ll focus on these and others. Expect to spot sassafras, nettle, birch, pine, wild cherry and maybe some wild medicinal mushrooms along our way. Handouts provided. Note: We’ll meet at Newton North’s Tiger Drive entrance and walk to Cabot Woods (Edmands Park) on Blake Street, making stops on the way as we observe plants. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.

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Identifying Wild MUSHROOMS Lawrence Millman, Instructor In this field event, you’ll learn where to look for mushrooms (hint: they sometimes hide from you!) and when you find them, what features you can use to identify them. At the same time, you’ll learn about mushrooms’ ecological role and how they prevent the world from becoming an even greater garbage heap than it already is. Note: Bring a hand lens if you have one, and dress for the weather, including appropriate footwear. Class takes place rain or shine, after all... mushrooms love the damp! This event does not focus on edibles. Directions emailed to registered students.

R291-F16 $54; $86/Couple-Bring a friend! Saturday October 22 @ Newton area 1–4:30pm

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Backyard Chickens: Beyond the Basics Khrysti (The Chickeness) Smyth, Instructor For folks who are looking to learn more about their flock, we’ll go over the next-level of chicken care. You’ll get a demo of the “Yardbirds Backyard Chickens’ 1-minute Health Check.” We’ll cover how to safely pick up and hold your girls, how to spot and treat issues like lice, mites, bumblefoot, and fowl pox. We’ll discuss common coop issues that may be making your life (and your girls’ lives) harder than needs to be. You’ll get tips on providing mental and physical enrichment while your girls are cooped up during the day. You’ll discover how to achieve harmony between your flock and your garden. And last but not least, you’ll get advice about when it’s a good idea to add new flock members, and how to do that as smoothly as possible. Course materials will be provided. A Chicken Ambassador from the instructor’s own flock will be available for snuggling—and for practicing what you’ve learned.

R293-F16 $55; $85/Couple-Bring a friend! Thursday October 6 @ Newton North 7–9pm

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Publishing Your Book... For Nearly Free! Jerry Reilly, Instructor

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“Ham” Radio: Your Passport to Everywhere Bob Phinney & Clay Center staff, Instructors This exciting course introduces you to the hobby of amateur radio communications and teaches everything you need to get your “ham” radio license. We’ll cover topics ranging from the science of radio electronics to the FCC rules governing the radio spectrum. For a detailed course syllabus, go to cc-arc.org. The FCC Technician test is given at the final class (test fee of $15 is payable to the instructor). After you receive a license, you are welcome to join the Clay Center Amateur Radio Club for continuing support and activities. Adults and adult/child pairs (ages 10 and up) are welcome. Note: Class does meet on October 12; alert instructor at the first class meeting to make alternative arrangements if you can’t make that session. Directions sent to registered students.

R292-F16 $44 for Adult or Adult/child pair 5 Wednesdays @ Brookline 6:15–8:45pm October 5–November 2

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Moby Dick: A Whale of a Tale Matthew Sisson, Instructor Do you love a great story, a page turner, or a climactic ending? Are you interested in ecology, economics, sociology, race and class issues, evolution, gender identity, cetology, Greek and Roman mythology, philosophy, Shakespeare, theology, or world history? If so, dive into Moby Dick. For the first class, read as far into the book as possible, and bring three questions. The instructor will organize optional visits to the New Bedford Whaling Museum (a shrine to Melville and whaling), or to Mystic Seaport to tour the newly renovated Morgan (the last remaining whaleship of Melville’s era). Come, let’s read the greatest, most intimidating, and entertaining novel ever written! Note: Cost of visits and transportation not included in class tuition.

Learn everything you need to self-publish your own book using Amazon’s CreateSpace service. We’ll cover the nuts & bolts—formatting your manuscript, designing your cover, and walking through the Createspace process to your first printed copy. We’ll also go over the more general issues of the economics of self-publishing and self-marketing your book.

W188-F16 $39 Wednesday October 19 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Write Now! Judith Poole, Instructor Let your pen take the lead in this facilitated workshop, and hear what your “writer within” wants to say. Write for the sheer joy of it, bypassing your internal critic. If you write all the time or hope to do so but haven’t gotten around to it, or if your writing has lost its spark, enjoy the magic that occurs when a group engages in the creative process together. We’ll use various exercises to call out the muse, and you’ll have a chance to read and receive feedback if you wish. Note: Suggested reading before class: Writing Down the Bones, by Natalie Goldberg. Class meets at Russian School of Math. Directions emailed to registered students.

W143-F16 $126 5 Thursdays @ 200 Wells Ave. 10:15am–12:15pm October 20–November 17

W190-F16 $126 5 Mondays @ Newton South 7–9pm October 17–November 21 No class October 31. On November 14 class meets at Newton North; classroom TBA.

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Genre Writing Rachel Zakuta, Instructor Learn to write a fast-paced, exciting story in the genre of your choice: mystery, suspense, science fiction, or fantasy. We’ll discuss elements of fiction-writing that are common to all these genres, such as structure, pacing, characterization, description, and dialogue, as well as issues unique to each genre. You’ll read a few articles on genre-writing and short stories by popular authors at home. In class, we’ll dissect those stories and determine what techniques we want to try, and what we don’t enjoy. In class writing exercises will help prepare you to write your own story. In order to guide revisions, we’ll critique stories by participants in a supportive and constructive environment. Note: Bring to class Side Jobs, a collection of short stories by Jim Butcher (either paperback or hardcover).

W187-F16 $141 8 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm September 22–November 17 No class September 29

Writing a Memoir Judith Poole, Instructor The focus of memoir is on eliciting meaning, a theme, an emerging pattern, or a noteworthy incident, from a section of one’s life. The specificity of this focus sets it apart from autobiography, which spans one’s entire lifetime. Autobiography requires greater historical accuracy and follows a more linear progression starting with early years. We’ll identify important turning points, and use them to launch our stories. Then we’ll give thought to the audience we aim to reach, and the impression we wish to leave with our potential readers. You’ll read published memoirs of your choice and discuss in class what qualities appealed to you (or not!). The instructor will offer writing cues to keep your pen moving, and all will be encouraged (but not forced!) to read their stories aloud in class.

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Grantwriting 101 Hillel Bromberg, Instructor See page 9 for details.

B310-F16 $34 Tuesday October 25 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm

Poetry Writing: Inspiration and Craft Tracy Marks, Instructor “Poetry is not a luxury. It is a vital necessity,” wrote poet Audre Lorde. Whether you are a beginning or experienced poet, we’ll feed your appreciation of poetry and inspire your writing—in free verse and/or formal rhymed verse. Although many writing suggestions will be provided, the kind of poetry you write and subject matter will be entirely your choice. Class sessions will consist of mini-lectures on the elements and kinds of poetry, discussion of the craft in exceptional contemporary poems, creative exercises to help you generate poems, and constructive, supportive workshopping of your writing. During the fall, our focus may include narrative, self-portrait, persona poems and haiku (based on the interest of the class) and may involve poetry of place, memory, nature, love, and loss. Note: For the first class please bring eight copies of any poem you’ve read that is personally meaningful to you.

W182-F16 $156 7 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9:15pm September 21–November 9

Get Your Butterflies In Formation Dexter Nardella, Instructor Whether you have anxiety about public speaking or simply want to express yourself with greater clarity, the experience in a Speaking Circle will guide you toward effortless authenticity. Our instructor has helped business professionals become more effective presenters, individuals with social anxiety be more at ease, and job seekers feel more confident and authentic in interviews. We’ll provide each other with all the support you need to express yourself in your own time and in your own way, in spite of any fear or discomfort you may feel at the start. Some call this depth of expression, “speaking from the heart,” “the authentic self ” or “your real voice.” Join us and have the experience for yourself: you, too, can stand in front of any audience, feeling absolutely confident and at ease.

W186-F16 $90 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm October 6–October 20

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Kids Family Programs Family Night Under the Stars Clay Center Observatory staff, Instructors Learn all about space science from astronomy experts at the Clay Center Observatory at Dexter Southfield School in Brookline. On this family night especially for NCE students, you’ll learn about stars and constellations, touch real meteorites, see parts from the space shuttle, and enjoy a 3-D show in which you’ll feel like you’re standing at the edge of a crater on Mars. Walk among the stars on the Clay Center’s fiber-optic lit stars court, and travel in a glass elevator up to the roof deck, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Boston. Finally, you’ll tour Clay Center’s state-of-the-art observatory and point the telescope towards the planets, moon, and stars. Ages 7 and up with an adult. Note: We start promptly at 6:30 pm; latecomers may miss something exciting. The show goes on unless there’s pouring rain; call 617-454-2795 if you’re uncertain.

1 session $18/Adult; $10/Child over 7 Friday November 4 6:30–8pm KW28-F16 Clay Center Observatory

Soccer Tykes* Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Why should big kids have all the fun? Toddlers, accompanied by an adult, can learn the basics of soccer in this fun, noncompetitive setting. Players will increase their sense of balance, improve their coordination and physical movement, and have a leg up when they join the big leagues! Ages 2-3 with an adult (one child per adult please).

Don’t miss Celebrate Newton... a fabulous craft fair on Sunday December 4 at Newton South. The fair features Newton artists, and there’s a kids’ crafts table too. See celebratenewton.com for details.

Note: Shin guards and soccer balls are optional, but please bring a water bottle.

6 sessions $135 Saturdays September 17–October 22 KW04-F16-1 Mason Rice Field 9–10am KW04-F16-2 Mason Rice Field 11am–12pm Yes, there is class on October 8, Columbus Day weekend.

Tot Jam* Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Toddlers, bring a partner and learn the basics of Soccer, Basketball, and Softee Hockey in this fun, noncompetitive class. At each session we’ll introduce new skills and sports concepts, and play games to reinforce those skills. Players will increase their sense of balance, improve their coordination and physical movement, and get a great preview of the wide world of sports! Ages 2-3 with an adult (one child per adult please). Note: Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers and bring a water bottle.

6 sessions $135 Fridays September 16–October 21 9–10am KW12-F16 Mason Rice Field

Soccer for Moms* Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Soccer is great exercise, lots of fun, and not just for kids. This class is for moms who have been watching their kids play soccer and want in on the action themselves, or for any other grown-up girl who wants to play the game. Thundercat Sports coaches will provide the equipment, officiate the games, and give pointers to help improve your skills. Players at all levels are welcome (even if you’re not a soccer mom); our goal is to give you a good workout, plus some soccer inside scoop so you can maximize your enjoyment while cheering from those sidelines. Warning: It’s not as easy as it looks! Note: Wear shin guards and bring a soccer ball and water bottle to every session; cleats are a good idea too.

6 sessions $105 Tuesdays September 20–November 1 6–7pm KW27-F16 Mason Rice Field No class October 11

Soccer and sports jam For ages 4 through Grade 2. See page 56 for details. * These classes are held on Gordon Field, which is behind the Newton Center Playground, right across the stream from the Mason Rice Field. In case of questionable or bad weather, please call 617-499-4820 to find out if your class is running.

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Advanced Chess Chess & Kids staff, Ross Eldridge, & Ilysa Krasik, Instructors

Things you need to know: • Weekday classes for elementary schoolers start at 3:15pm every day but Tuesday; Tuesday classes start at 12:45pm. The time between the end of school and the start of class is for snacks from home, and for travel time for kids coming from other schools. • All classes are one hour long except where otherwise noted. • Elementary school classes meet at their regular times on early-release Wednesdays and Thursdays. • Class times and lengths are listed for middle school classes. • There are no classes on Newton Public Schools school vacations or holidays; additional “no-class” dates are listed with each class. Still have questions? See our complete policies on our website, or call us! We’re here to help.

Expand your knowledge of chess and improve your playing. Learn positional tactics and advanced moves, according to your level of ability. Play games against formidable opponents! Grades 1-5. Note: These classes are open to returning students or by permission of the instructor only.

Classes for Elementary Schoolers Actor’s Studio Amanda Wallace, Bridget Frey, Marie Libbin, & Kayla Smith, Instructors Whether your goal is to be a star someday or you just like to perform, here’s your chance to shine. Enjoy a variety of acting exercises, physical and vocal warm-ups, and improvisational games, to introduce you to the world of theatre and get you comfortable with free expression and imagination. You’ll learn basic acting concepts, see how plays are created and produced, and gain poise in front of any type of audience. The final class will include a revue performance showcasing the skills you’ve learned. Grades 1-5.

10 sessions $215 Mondays September 26–December 12 KE235-F16-BU Burr (Frey) Wednesdays September 28–December 14 KE235-F16-AN Angier (Wallace) KE235-F16-WI Williams (Frey) Thursdays October 6–December 15 KE235-F16-CA Cabot (Frey) KE235-F16-MR Mason Rice (Smith) Fridays September 30–December 16 KE235-F16-BO Bowen (Libbin) KE235-F16-HM Horace Mann (Frey)

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14 sessions $255 Thursdays September 29–January 12 4:30–5:30pm KE103-F16-AN Angier (Eldridge) KE103-F16-WA Ward (Chess & Kids staff) Fridays September 30–January 20 3:15-4:15pm KE103-F16-CA Cabot (Krasik) KE103-F16-MR Mason Rice (Eldridge)

Advanced Drawing Jack Neylan, Instructor Attention parents: If you’ve seen your kids draw and think they may have some serious talent, we want them in this class! Kids: if you love to draw and want to find out how good you can be, this is the class for you. You’ll build your skills by drawing still-lifes, drawing from photographs, and experimenting with various artistic styles such as realism, impressionism, and abstraction. We’ll discuss color theory, how to draw anatomy, and other relevant topics for the serious or aspiring artist. All levels welcome so long as you love to draw! Grades 2-5. Note: Bring a sketchpad for now—a more detailed supply list is coming later.

14 sessions $305 Tuesdays September 27–January 3 12:45–2:15pm KE150-F16-BO Bowen

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Animation Lab Alex Salsberg, Instructor

Art Odyssey Cheryl O’Neil, Instructor

Learn the secrets behind moving pictures and create your own animations. Experiment with all kinds of cool techniques: use paper to create animated stories as people have been doing for centuries; get hands-on with claymation and Lego animation, creating short stop-motion videos with characters of your very own; and use a technique called “Humanimation,” to animate yourself as a character. By the end of this class, you’ll be an animation expert, and your amazing videos will be posted online for you to share with family and friends. Grades 3-5.

Travel the wide world of art-making. Make imaginative and colorful drawing, painting, and collage projects, using a variety of materials including pastels, foil, texture boards, brush markers, and watercolor and tempera paints. We’ll make some cool prints and stamps too, using sponges, tubes, and even Japanese rubber fish for a fish rubbing print. Taking inspiration from world cultures, famous artists, and nature, we will tap our imaginations and apply our observation skills to create one-of-a-kind artwork. Grades 2-4.

8 sessions $235 Mondays September 26–November 28 KE175-F16-HM Horace Mann Wednesdays September 28–November 30 KE175-F16-AN Angier Thursdays September 29–November 17 KE175-F16-BU Burr

Archery Delicious Bow & Arrows staff, Instructors Honoring Newton’s legacy of hosting the nation’s first organized archery team, NCE is pleased to offer this still-popular sport as part of our after-school program. Archery is a great option for those who prefer a noncompetitive individual sport to team sports. Certified instructors from Delicious Bow & Arrows (formerly Archery USA), will determine your dominant eye, explain the rules, and get you started, providing individualized instruction throughout the class. Archers will learn technique, form, and accuracy. Equipment is provided. All levels welcome. Grades 3 & up.

8 sessions $225 Tuesdays September 27–November 22 2:30–4pm KM13-F16 Oak Hill No class November 8 (Election Day)

8 sessions $225 Wednesdays September 28–December 7 KE176-F16-HM Horace Mann No class October 5

Art Studio: Pastel & Charcoal Alma Bella Solis, Instructor Draw like a master. Using charcoal and dry pastel pencils and chalks, you’ll produce your own compositions interpreting subjects ranging from still-lifes to human figures. You’ll learn drawing methods including outline, contour, shading, blending, and detailing; and you’ll explore perspective, proportion, and more. Expect your final works to be worthy of display at the MFA, seriously. Grades 2-5. Note: Bring the following materials: A tabletop or floor adjustable easel, an 18” x 24” Strathmore drawing pad, a set of charcoal pencils and sticks (kneaded eraser included), a set of 48 soft pastels, a tri-tip white eraser, and a plastic package of blending stumps in various sizes.

10 sessions $255 Mondays September 26–December 12 3:15–4:45pm KE231-F16-MR Mason Rice Wednesdays September 28–December 14 3:15–4:45pm KE231-F16-BU Burr Thursdays September 29–December 8 3:15–4:45pm KE231-F16-CO Countryside

Chess Chess & Kids staff, Ross Eldridge, Ilya Krasik, Lou Mercuri, Maryanne Reilly, & Nicholas Sterling, Instructors Learn the basics or expand your knowledge of this remarkable game of strategy that had its origins in India over 1500 years ago. Learn the principles of chess, positional tactics, and basic to advanced moves, according to your level of ability. Through games played in class coached by an experienced chess master, you’ll gain the confidence to play well against any opponent, and come away with new appreciation and respect for one of the most wonderful games ever invented. Grades 1-5. Note: Students at all levels are welcome, but you must know how each piece moves before starting this class, except for at Lincoln-Eliot, where beginners are welcome.

14 sessions $255 Mondays September 26–January 30 KE102-F16-BO Bowen (Sterling) KE102-F16-WI Williams (Eldridge) KE102-F16-PE Pierce (Reilly)* * This class runs through February 6, with no class November 14. Tuesdays September 27–January 3 KE102-F16-FR Franklin (Chess & Kids staff) KE102-F16-MR Mason Rice (Eldridge) KE102-F16-UN Underwood (Chess & Kids staff) KE102-F16-ZE Zervas at Carr School (Mercuri) Tuesdays September 27–January 10 KE102-F16-BU Burr (Reilly)* * No class November 15 KE102-F16-HM Horace Mann (Sterling)** ** No class October 11 Wednesdays September 28–January 18 KE102-F16-CO Countryside (Eldridge) KE102-F16-LE Lincoln Eliot (Chess & Kids staff) Thursdays September 29–January 12 KE102-F16-AN Angier (Eldridge) Fridays September 30–January 20 KE102-F16-CA Cabot (Krasik) 4:20–5:20pm KE102-F16-WA Ward (Sterling) 3:15-4:15pm

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Chinese Brush Painting Vartus Varadian, Instructor Learn Chinese brush painting principles to create beautiful paintings like the old masters. You’ll paint classical subjects like flowers, birds or other animals, using special Chinese brushes, ink, and watercolor on rice paper, and you’ll apply traditional Chinese painting techniques to create a variety of unique visual effects. Working in freehand brushwork style, you’ll develop your own interpretation and artistic expression to produce elegant pieces of art. Grades K-2.

10 sessions $225 Wednesdays September 28–December 14 KE128-F16-BU Burr Thursdays September 29–December 8 KE128-F16-HM Horace Mann

Chinese Club Vicki Ni & Greer Swiston, Instructors Ni hao! Welcome to our Chinese language and culture class, a little Chinese immersion in an intimate and fun setting. You’ll learn the Mandarin language; work on crafts such as calligraphy, origami, and paper-cutting; and enjoy singing Chinese songs and playing games. All levels welcome. Grades K-5.

12 sessions $315 Mondays September 26–January 9 3:15–5:15pm KE201-F16-BO Bowen (Ni) KE201-F16-FR Franklin (Swiston) Tuesdays September 27–December 13 12:45–2:45pm KE201-F16-HM Horace Mann (Ni) KE201-F16-ZE Zervas at Carr School (Swiston) 17 sessions $395 Wednesdays September 7–January 18 3–5pm KE201-F16-CO Countryside (Swiston)

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NCE/NAA YOUTH BASKETBALL NCE is happy to partner with the Newton Athletic Association (NAA), Newton’s largest youth basketball program. Leagues are for players in grades 3–12; the program is for all players regardless of ability or experience. (High school JV or varsity players may not participate.) Boys are in the majority, but girls are welcome to play in all leagues. A mandatory evaluation clinic is held in late October to assist in creating balanced teams for all leagues. Practices are one night per week (Monday– Thursday and possibly Sunday) beginning in November and running through early March. Teams play 10 to 12 games on Saturdays and/or Sundays, depending on their age/league—please check the website carefully to determine when your child will generally have games. The number of games, when and where they are played, and practice locations, may also vary by grade level. League information and online registration will be available by September 6. See www.naabasketball.org for details.

Comics & Cartooning Jack Neylan, Instructor Create your own crazy characters. Learn the “how-to” of cartooning, and make original cartoon drawings with backgrounds, cool lettering, and exciting stories. We’ll brainstorm ideas, and then you’ll create your own comic strips, comic book pages, and animated flip books. Grades 3-5. Note: Bring an 18”x24” drawing pad (any kind of paper is fine), pencils (regular and colored), erasers, and markers.

14 sessions $255 Thursdays September 29–January 12 KE148-F16-WI Williams

Digital Art & Animation Jack Neylan, Instructor Think it’s easy making one of those dancing bears or blinking eyes you see online? You’re right! Join us to get all the tools you need. Start by making a simple drawing using Photoshop, using coloring, layering, and other effects to make dazzling art. Then create a cast of characters, draw/paint a background for them to inhabit, and transition them into a simple four-panel digital comic. Next, get a brief history of animation shorts, from Gertie the Dinosaur to contemporary Pixar shorts. You’ll create a concept for your own short animation and learn frame animation in Photoshop to complete your film, adding

sound too, if time allows. New and returning students welcome; returning students will work on more advanced projects. Grades 3-5. Note: Bring a USB flash drive to class.

14 sessions $255 Mondays September 26–January 30 KE153-F16-CO Countryside

Drawing Club Jack Neylan, Instructor If you love to draw, get ready to take your drawing to the next level. We’ll work on techniques to help you draw the way you want to; you’ll learn how to draw faces, bodies, objects, landscapes, and perspective, with step-by-step individual attention so you can progress at your own rate. We’ll provide challenges for the more experienced artists and encouragement for the newer ones—you’ll all end up drawing better than you ever thought you could. New and returning students welcome. Grades 2-5. Note: Bring paper (preferably an 8”x10” sketchbook), pencils (regular and colored), erasers, and markers.

14 sessions $255 Wednesdays September 28–January 18 KE149-F16-FR Franklin Fridays September 30–January 20 KE149-F16-WA Ward

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Eco/Lego Engineering Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors It’s two great engineering classes in one! First: reduce, reuse, and recycle to design and build new gadgets and gizmos. Challenges include repurposing objects to build wind-powered cars and a Christmaslight quiz board, and designing eco-friendly experiments to test solar power and water quality and see what’s in your food. Next you’ll investigate gears, pulleys, cams, levers, and ratchets by making street sweepers, hammers, fishing rods, and scales—all from Legos. Going green is wicked cool—Legos are too! Grades 1-3.

11 sessions $255 Mondays September 26–December 19 KE170-F16-CO Countryside Wednesdays September 28–December 21 KE170-F16-UN Underwood KE170-F16-WI Williams Thursdays September 29–December 15 KE170-F16-MR Mason Rice KE170-F16-PE Pierce 10 sessions $235 Fridays September 30–December 16 KE170-F16-BO Bowen KE170-F16-BU Burr KE170-F16-ZE Zervas at Carr School

Fencing: New & Continuing Fencers International Fencing Club staff, Instructors En garde! Learn the sport made famous by action movies and the Olympics. Become a competitive fencer, or just appreciate this opportunity to master discipline and sportsmanship. Learn basic fencing techniques and refine strategies to direct your own bouts. We’ll provide individual instruction; fencers will be paired appropriately, so returning fencers are welcome. All equipment is provided; wear sneakers and athletic pants. Grades 1-4.

10 sessions $235 Wednesdays September 28–December 14 3:30–4:30pm KE179-F16 Brown

Flag Football Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Learn fundamental football skills from our enthusiastic coaches. Each day we’ll focus on a “skill of the day” such as passing, catching, running, and offensive/defensive strategies. We’ll enjoy a scrimmage at the end of each class so you can apply your new skills, using flags only, no tackling. New and returning athletes are welcome. Grades 3-5. Note: This class will be held on Gordon Field, which is behind the Newton Center Playground, right across the stream from the Mason Rice Field. In case of questionable or bad weather, please call 617-499-4820 to find out if the class is running.

6 sessions $135 Fridays September 16–October 21 KE214-F16-1 Mason Rice Field 3:30–4:30pm KE214-F16-2 Mason Rice Field 4:30–5:30pm

Game Design with Scratch Grant Osborn, Instructor Learn to use this popular free programming environment for kids and you’ll be writing your own game in no time. We’ll learn programming fundamentals and put them to work to create animations, interactive stories, and games. Scratch was designed at MIT not only to teach kids to program, but also to do it in a way that is transferable to more sophisticated languages. We’ll master different concepts weekly, ending with a super show-and-tell of your individual creations. The world runs on code, and it’s never too early to get started learning! No experience necessary. New and returning students welcome; returning students will work on more advanced projects with teacher guidance. Grades 3-5.

14 sessions $255 Tuesdays September 27–January 3 KE133-F16-MR1 Mason Rice 12:45–1:45pm KE133-F16-MR2 Mason Rice 2–3pm Thursdays September 29–January 12 KE133-F16-BO1 Bowen 3:15–4:15pm KE133-F16-BO2 Bowen 4:30–5:30pm Fridays September 30–January 20 KE133-F16-BU1 Burr 3:15–4:15pm KE133-F16-BU2 Burr 4:30–5:30pm

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Girls Science Club/ Eco Engineers Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Back by popular demand—engaging handson chemistry and geology projects for girl scientists. Unlock the secrets of the laboratory to create customized soaps, lip balms, and lotions. Explore how chemists create formulas, and make your own cool products to take home. New projects include creating brilliant salt crystals and investigating gems and geodes. Then—girls go green and reduce, reuse, and recycle to design and build new gadgets and gizmos. We’ll build wind-powered cars and a Christmas-light quiz board, and design eco-friendly experiments to test solar power and water quality. Going green is wicked cool! Grades 1-3.

11 sessions $255 Mondays September 26–December 19 KE168-F16-WA Ward Thursdays September 29–December 15 KE168-F16-BO Bowen KE168-F16-FR Franklin 10 sessions $235 Fridays September 30–December 16 KE168-F16-CA Cabot KE168-F16-CO Countryside KE168-F16-UN Underwood

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Looking for a class at your school? See the Fall at-a-glance chart on pages 60–61.

Glass Class Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Make professional-looking glass crafts like master crafters, using various techniques. With fusing, you’ll create a plate, necklace, 3-D animals, and/or decorative tiles. With mosaic, you’ll make a trivet, nameplate, or decorated mirror. And with jewelry-mosaic, you’ll place glass beads and pieces in a deep pendant to create a unique necklace suitable for girls or boys. We’ll do some small ceramics projects too. Learn to work safely with glass as you explore the creativity this medium allows. Safety glasses will be provided; wear closed-toe shoes. Grades 1-5. Note: Due to the high cost of materials for this class, there is a materials fee. Please come to the first class with a check for $80 made out to the instructor, Michel L’Huillier.

14 sessions $245 Mondays September 26–January 30 KE157-F16-AN Angier Fridays September 30–January 20 KE157-F16-MR Mason Rice

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Hands-on Electronics Circuit Lab staff, Instructors Tinker with electronics while learning the basics of computer programming. We’ll conduct experiments that explore the fundamentals of electronics and circuit building; then you’ll move on to design your own interactive and programmable devices. Working both independently and in teams, you’ll use the latest tools including Arduino (for building interactive devices) and Raspberry Pi (for learning about computers and coding) to experiment with LEDs, resistors, motors, and programming. You’ll create interactive flashlights, digital musical instruments, homemade computer games, and more. Each day you’ll design a handson project under the guidance of skilled Circuit Lab instructors. Grades 3-5.

10 sessions $255 Mondays September 26–December 12 3:15–4:30pm KE166-F16-MR Mason Rice Thursdays September 29–December 8 3:15–4:30pm KE166-F16-CA Cabot Fridays September 30–December 16 3:15–4:30pm KE166-F16-AN Angier

Home Alone Safety Century Health Systems staff, Instructors Take the first steps towards independence. Learn telephone and door-answering techniques, accident and fire protection, first aid techniques, and all about Internet safety. We’ll talk about how to manage your time when you’re home alone for short amounts of time, watch an instructional video, and explore scenarios through role-playing. Grades 3-5.

1 session $45 Thursday September 29 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F16-BO Bowen Tuesday October 18 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F16-AN Angier

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Thursday October 20 3:15–5:15pm KE230-F16-MR Mason Rice Tuesday October 25 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F16-FR Franklin Tuesday November 1 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F16-LE Lincoln Eliot Thursday November 3 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F16-CA Cabot Tuesday November 15 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F16-PE Peirce Thursday December 8 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F16-CO Countryside

Language Clubs Hola! Bonjour! Ciao! Ni hao! Learn Spanish, French, Italian, or Chinese in a fun and engaging atmosphere. Through games, songs, and drama, you’ll get a feel for the language you’re learning, as well as its culture. Just as you learned your first language, we use a natural immersion approach to get you comfortable with basic communication skills in your new one. Our classes are divided by age, but advanced younger language enthusiasts are welcome to join classes with their older peers, and older students are free to join a younger group. We provide books and CDs for listening at home. Enrollment is for the entire school year (26 weeks), and classes are offered at elementary schools throughout Newton. Please check our website for the complete list. Note: These classes are coordinated by Joanna Hooley, who has been running after-school language classes for NCE for many years; for detailed information about course content, please contact Joanna at 617-363-9450 or mjjehooley@gmail.com.

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Lego Jr/Work-it Circuits Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors

Math Mania John Michos, Instructor

Pottery Lisa Walker, Instructor

Young builders, investigate engineering concepts and develop critical-thinking skills through playing and building with Legos. Check out simple machines and the technology behind them, and build a seesaw, vehicle, spinning top, and other serious but fun working mechanisms. You’ll work with Lego Duplos for easy Lego manipulation as we focus on the science concepts behind the building projects. Next we’ll use the Snap Circuit System to investigate electricity, current, resistance, energy storage, and conductivity; you’ll build electronic projects that fly, buzz, light up, and interact with the environment. Two favorite build and experiment systems—one fun class! Grades K-1.

If you’re fascinated with numbers and wonder where the numerical universe can take you, this is your class. Join other math-minded kids for extra fun with math. Sharpen your math skills with math puzzles, games, and brain teasers. Learn the basic concepts of computer coding through storytelling and sleuth games using your imagination. When you complete this class you’ll be able to break big problems into small ones, look for patterns, create stepby-step plans, and think outside the box. Grades 3-5.

Do you like to build, use modeling clay or Play-doh, draw, paint, and imagine? Clay is the greatest outlet for builders and artists alike. In this class you’ll work with your hands to create interesting and unique projects that can be functional, beautiful, or both. You’ll make a range of pieces, then glaze and fire your favorites. New and returning students are welcome. Grades 1-5.

12 sessions $275 Tuesdays September 27–December 13 KE169-F16-BO Bowen 11 sessions $255 Wednesdays September 28–December 21 KE169-F16-CA Cabot KE169-F16-MR Mason Rice KE169-F16-WA Ward Thursdays September 29–December 15 KE169-F16-CO Countryside 10 sessions $235 Fridays September 30–December 16 KE169-F16-AN Angier KE169-F16-FR Franklin KE169-F16-HM Horace Mann

10 sessions $215 Wednesdays September 28–December 14 KE165-F16-BO Bowen Thursdays September 29–December 8 KE165-F16-BU Burr Fridays September 30–December 16 KE165-F16-CO Countryside New

Next Gen Lego Robotics! Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Lego WeDo Robotics is Lego’s special robotics program just for elementary schoolers. Join us this fall to pioneer their newly designed software. Learn programming skills and use LEGO building kits to make untethered, free-roaming robots capable of completing structured and open-ended tasks. Build roaming bots that use sensors to know when to stop, or create a shake table to test houses designed to withstand an earthquake. Explore fun, new programming options with new WeDo 2.0. Grades 3-5.

11 sessions $255 Mondays September 26–December 19 KE171-F16-LE Lincoln Eliot Wednesdays September 28–December 21 KE171-F16-FR Franklin KE171-F16-WA Ward 10 sessions $235 Fridays September 30–December 16 KE171-F16-HM Horace Mann

14 sessions $275 Mondays September 26–January 30 KE100-F16-BO Bowen Thursdays September 29–January 12 KE100-F16-WI Williams

Self Defense Combat Sambo Michael Galperin, Instructor Combat SAMBO, a Russian style of self-defense, incorporates techniques from Judo, Jujitsu, Karate, Aikido, Kung-Fu, Krav Maga, and other martial arts. Learn practical self-defense techniques to handle any situation, and increase your coordination, concentration, self-discipline, and fitness. This class is for boys and girls ages four through eleven, but kids ages six and up are also welcome to register for our Family class (D800) if accompanied by an adult; see that class listing for details. Note: Classes are ongoing, and students may register at any time during the term. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and heavy socks; you have the option of purchasing uniforms and equipment from the instructor. For details, call 617-413-0660.

12 sessions $216 Mondays September 19–December 19 6:30–7:30pm KE108-F16-M Franklin 12 sessions $216 Wednesdays September 21–December 21 6:30–7:30pm KE108-F16-W Franklin 24 sessions $312 Mondays & Wednesdays September 19– December 21 6:30–7:30pm KE108-F16-MW Franklin

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Soccer* Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors

The Stock market Game Peter Yaffe, Instructor

Yoga Barbara Perlo & TBA, Instructors

In these action-packed sessions, you’ll learn the basics of soccer through a series of fun games in a noncompetitive setting. We’ll work on shooting, passing, dribbling, and trapping, and enjoy exciting scrimmages. Players will be grouped by age and ability. Ages 4-6.

6 sessions $135 Saturdays September 17–October 22 KW05-F16-1 Mason Rice Field 10–11am KW05-F16-2 Mason Rice Field 12–1pm Yes, there is class on October 8, Columbus Day weekend.

Make big money fast (virtually, that is). Play The Stock Market GameTM and you’ll learn about the real world of investing, which incorporates academic concepts that relate to what you learn at school. In this fun and high-spirited setting, you’ll try to grow a virtual $100,000 cash account into a top-performing portfolio, and learn how daily events that shape our world affect our finances. Working individually and in teams, you’ll compete against your classmates and other schools across the state, applying your leadership, negotiation, and cooperation skills. Grades 4-6.

Stretch your legs, build your strength and flexibility, wind down after a long school day, and have fun with your friends. Yoga is not just for adults—it’s great for kids too; it makes you strong, improves your balance and coordination, and even boosts your concentration. In our playful and creative class you’ll learn about anatomy, nature, and the power of controlled breathing. Yoga is a great way to form a healthy relationship with your body at an early age, and to exercise for fun and lasting effect. Grades 1-5.

Sports Jam* Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors

11 sessions $225 Thursdays September 29–December 15 KE177-F16-ZE Zervas at Carr School

Note: Wear shin guards and bring a soccer ball and water bottle.

Perfect for the sports lover, our Sports Jam focuses on Soccer, Basketball, and Field hockey. In addition to our three main sports, you’ll enjoy familiar and unique games such as Dodgeball, Capture the Flag, and Car Lot. At each session, you’ll learn new skills and play games that reinforce those skills. The program culminates with a tournament day. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers and bring a water bottle.

6 sessions $135 Fridays September 16–October 21 10–11am Mason Rice Field Ages 4-5 KE212-F16-1 Tuesdays September 20–October 25 12:30–2pm Mason Rice Field Grades K-2 KE212-F16-2**

**We’ll meet at the Mason Rice playground as school is dismissed, walk together to the field, and enjoy a picnic lunch before class starts (please bring your own lunch). Games will start at 1pm; students from other schools can join us on the field as they arrive. * These classes are held on Gordon Field, which is behind the Newton Center Playground, right across the stream from the Mason Rice Field. In case of questionable or bad weather, please call 617-499-4820 to find out if your class is running.

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3-D Printing & Design Einstein’s Workshop staff, Instructors See how the seemingly impossible is achieved! 3-D printing takes digital files and transforms them into real objects. In this class, you’ll learn basic 3-D computer-aided design (CAD) principles and use BlocksCAD software to create unique, three-dimensional designs. You’ll design a couple of your own projects; your instructor will print these outside of class and bring them back for you to take home. While you’re being creative and having fun, you’re also learning real programming concepts including loops and variables, and gaining geometry and computational skills as well. It’s the printing of the future, right here and now! Grades 3-5.

8 sessions $245 Mondays September 26–November 28 KE174-F16-UN Underwood Wednesdays September 28–November 30 KE174-F16-ZE Zervas at Carr School Thursdays September 29–November 17 KE174-F16-PE Peirce Fridays September 30–December 2 KE174-F16-WI Williams

10 sessions $205 Mondays September 26–December 12 KE228-F16-CA Cabot (Perlo) KE228-F16-FR Franklin (TBA)

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Chess for Middle Schoolers Ross Eldridge & Nicholas Sterling, Instructors

Classes for Middle Schoolers Archery See page 51 for details.

Babysitting & Safety Training Juanita Allen Kingsley, Instructor Become an expert babysitter with this American Academy of Pediatrics course. Get all the information you need to care for infants and older children: how to react responsibly to medical emergencies and injuries, perform first aid for common childhood injuries and illnesses, and set up and run your own successful babysitting business. You will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the course, as well as our BLAST (Babysitter Lessons and Safety Training) manual for your future reference. Ages 11 & up. Note: Sign up for this class with Pediatric First Aid & CPR (KM20), and receive a $10 discount. Discount will appear at checkout.

1 session $75 Thursday September 29 3:15–6:15pm KM19-F16-1 Newton South Thursday December 8 3:15–6:15pm KM19-F16-2 Newton South

Our chess program has been popular with elementary schoolers for years. Here’s an opportunity for serious players who have advanced to middle school to continue to improve their skills, participate in tournaments, and enjoy a weekly game supervised by an experienced chess pro. Novice players are welcome too if they have a basic understanding of chess. Grades 6-8.

14 sessions $255 Tuesdays September 27–January 3 2:30–3:30pm KM09-F16-BR Brown (Eldridge) Tuesdays September 27–January 10 2:15–3:15pm KM09-F16-DY Day (Sterling)* * No class October 11

CodeCampKidz: HTML & CSS Essentials Rian Sousa, Instructor Anyone can learn to code. Learn to write real HTML and CSS code, progressing from the basics to more advanced projects, using the CodeCampKidz field-tested, kid-proven technique. Through a mix of presentation, hands-on code immersion, and discussion, you’ll create your own web pages; we’ll host them for free so you can share them with family and friends. No experience necessary. Grades 6-8.

8 sessions $215 Fridays September 30–December 2 2:45–3:45pm KM35-F16 Day

Fencing International Fencing Club staff, Instructors En garde! Learn the sport made famous by action movies and the Olympics. Become a competitive fencer, or just appreciate this opportunity to master discipline and sportsmanship. Learn basic fencing techniques and refine strategies to direct your own bouts. We’ll provide individual instruction;

fencers will be paired appropriately, so returning fencers are welcome. All equipment is provided; wear sneakers and athletic pants. Grades 5-8.

10 sessions $215 Fridays September 30–December 16 3:30–4:30pm KM36-F16 Brown

Flag Football Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors See description on page 53. Grades 6-8. This class will be held indoors if it rains.

6 sessions $135 Tuesdays September 20–October 25 2:30–3:30pm KM31-F16 Brown New

Glass Art for middle schoolers Michel L’Huillier, Instructor If you admire stained glass, glass jewelry, glass dishware, and more, join us to make your own glass artwork and master various glass techniques. With fusing, you’ll create a plate, necklace, and decorative tiles. With mosaic, you’ll make a trivet, nameplate, or decorated mirror. With jewelry-mosaic, you’ll place glass beads and pieces in a deep pendant to create a unique necklace. And with etching, you’ll apply a resist to a glass piece and cut out a design using a sandblaster. Learn to work safely with glass as you explore the creativity this medium allows. Safety glasses will be provided; wear closedtoe shoes. Grades 6-8. Note: Due to the high cost of materials for this class, there is a materials fee. Please come to the first class with a check for $60 made out to the instructor, Michel L’Huillier.

10 sessions $185 Tuesdays October 4–December 6 4:30–5:30pm KM39-F16 Newton South

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Intro to Debate Lumos Debate staff, Instructors If you like to win every argument, join us to perfect your debating skills. If you’re a more quiet kid, prepare to come out of your shell. Debate is an engaging activity that helps you find your voice. Learn the basics of debate, including how to construct an argument, give a speech, and participate in an official debate round. Through fun games and activities, you’ll develop your skills while having a blast in a high-encouragement, low-pressure environment. This is not an academic class! All levels welcome. Grades 5-8.

4 sessions $85 Tuesdays November 1–November 22 2:30–4:30pm KM38-F16 Newton South

Pediatric First Aid & CPR Juanita Allen Kingsley, Instructor If you’re caring for kids, you need to know how to respond in case of a first-aid emergency. In this class, you’ll learn to handle injuries and manage illness for the first few minutes until help arrives. We’ll cover first aid basics; medical, injury, and environmental emergencies; and pediatric CPR. This American Heart Association course meets the requirements for camp counselors, child care providers, babysitters, and more. You will receive a CPR certification after completion of the class. Ages 11 & up. Note: Sign up for this class with Babysitting and Safety Training (KM19), and receive a $10 discount. Discount will appear at checkout.

1 session $75 Thursday November 3 3:15–6:15pm KM20-F16 Newton South

Speech Team Kim Vanaman & Kathryn Goldberg, Instructors Gain confidence for class discussions and dramatic presentations, win awards for yourself and your school, make friends with kids from all over the state, and have fun as part of an amazing team. You’ll compete in tournaments through the Massachusetts Middle School Speech League in the event you choose, from among prose or poetry reading, original oratory, impromptu, and more. Grades 6-8. Note: This is a full-year class. Tournaments take place throughout the greater Boston area, mostly on Sundays, with a few on Saturdays. Students must attend a minimum of six tournaments in order to represent their team and improve their public speaking skills. 5th graders are welcome to join this class, but per league rules they can not participate in tournaments, except for the Newton tournament in the spring. (5th graders, call us to register.) A non-refundable fee of $42 is payable to the instructor at the first class to cover tournament fees.

30 sessions $495 Mondays September 19–June 5 3:30–5pm KM37-F16 Newton South New

The Stock market Game for Girls Peter Yaffe, Instructor Make big money fast (virtually, that is). Play The Stock Market GameTM and you’ll learn about the real world of investing, which incorporates academic concepts that relate to what you learn at school. In this high-spirited setting, you’ll try to grow a virtual $100,000 cash account into a top-performing portfolio, and learn how daily events affect our finances. Working individually and in teams, you’ll compete against your classmates and other schools across the state, applying your leadership, negotiation, and cooperation skills. Grades 5-8. Note: This is a girls-only class.

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6 sessions $245 Tuesdays October 11–November 15 2–3:20pm KM40-F16 Day New

Yoga for middle schoolers Barbara Perlo, Instructor Complement your academics and extracurriculars with this energizing class. We’ll gear the sequencing of our positions towards creating a sense of community and helping you learn to use Yoga in your everyday life. Classes will be lighthearted and fun, but you’ll learn precise Yoga poses, and will develop balance and strength. We’ll provide a rest period (Savasana) so you’ll leave class relaxed, refreshed, and ready to tackle the night’s homework. Grades 6-8.

10 sessions $145 Wednesdays September 28–December 14 2:45–3:45pm KM07-F16 Day

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Navigating the StudentAthlete College Search and Recruiting Process Nick Michael, Instructor If you’re a student-athlete approaching the college application process, you may be experiencing some stress. The college selection and recruiting process starts much earlier for you and can be complex and time-consuming. Our instructor is here to tell you that there is a college for every student-athlete who wants to earn a college degree while playing his or her favorite sport. Join us for an overview of the college search and recruiting process and learn to successfully navigate the maze of issues facing the student-athlete. You’ll learn about the differences between Divisions I, II, and III; the NCAA Clearinghouse and national Letter of Intent; and the benefits of playing a sport in college. Find out what college coaches and admissions directors are looking for and how to get their attention, and leave with action steps for each year of high school. For kids and adults. Note: This program meets twice in one week.

2 sessions $75 Student/Adult Pair; $45 Individual (Student or Adult) Tuesday October 25 & Thursday October 27 7–9pm KH24-F16 Newton South

SAT Math Review Jennifer Chen/Erin Fan & Neil Hatem, Instructors

Driver’s Ed Newton Driving School staff, Instructors

Tackle the math section of the SAT with confidence. We’ll practice problems from the College Board’s sections: Heart of Algebra, Problem Solving and Data Analysis, Passport to Advanced Math and Additional Topics in Math. We’ll examine the structure of the exam, discuss test-taking strategies, and practice under timed conditions to build your skills and self-assurance.

Complete a course in Driver’s Education and you can get your license before the age of 18. The course has a state-mandated curriculum that is outlined in full on our website. Per state requirements, you must be 15 years and 9 months to enroll. Call us or check our website for more information.

Note: Bring a copy of The Official SAT Study Guide, published by the College Board, to the first class; make sure it’s the new version of the book, for March 2016 tests and beyond.

5 sessions $210 Wednesdays September 21–October 26 3:30–5:30pm KH16-F16-1 Newton South (Chen/Fan) No class October 12 Mondays October 17–November 21 7–9pm KH16-F16-2 Newton North (Hatem) No class October 31

SAT Verbal Review Jacqueline Clark & Alan Reinstein, Instructors Master the verbal section of the SAT! We’ll review the structure of the exam, sentence completion, critical reading, and the writing component of the test. You’ll practice under simulated test-taking conditions to build your skills and confidence, so you’ll be ready for any question test-makers throw your way. Note: Bring a copy of The Official SAT Study Guide, published by the College Board, to the first class; make sure it’s the new version of the book, for March 2016 tests and beyond.

5 sessions $210 Thursdays September 22–October 27 3:30–5:30pm KH17-F16-1 Newton South (Reinstein) No class September 29 Wednesdays October 19–November 16 7–9pm KH17-F16-2 Newton North (Clark)

15 sessions $640 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 27– November 17 3:30–5:30pm KH18-F16-1 Newton North No class October 11 Mondays & Wednesdays October 17– December 7 3:30–5:30pm KH18-F16-2 Newton South No class November 23 Mondays–Fridays October 31–November 21 3:30–5:30pm KH18-F16-3 Newton North No class November 11 5 sessions $640 Monday–Friday December 26–30 10am–4:45pm KH18-F16-4 Newton North

Driver’s Ed Parent Training In this required course, parents will learn about the Driver’s Ed curriculum, the junior operator’s law, and the driving skills and behaviors that their children will be taught. The fee is included in the Driver’s Ed class tuition.

Tuesday October 25 6–8pm KH09-F16-1 Newton South Thursday October 27 6–8pm KH09-F16-2 Newton North

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Burr

Class

Day Grades

Countryside

Chinese

Mon

2–5

Actors Studio

Mon

1–5

Digital Art & Animation

Mon

3–5

Glass Class

Mon

1–5

French

Mon

1–4

Eco/Lego Engineering

Mon

1–3

French

Tue

K–5

Chess

Tue

1–5

Chess

Wed

1–5

Home Alone Safety (Oct 18)

Tue

3–5

Spanish

Tue

2–5

Chinese Club

Wed

K–5

Actors Studio

Wed

1–5

Art Studio: Pastel & Charcoal Wed

2–5

Spanish

Wed

K–3

Animation Lab

Wed

K–2

Chinese Brush Painting

Wed

K–2

Art Studio: Pastel & Charcoal Thu

2–5

Chess & Advanced Chess

Thu

1–5

Animation Lab

Thu

K–2

Home Alone Safety (Dec 8)

Thu

3–5

Spanish

Thu

K–5

Math Mania

Thu

3–5

Lego Jr/Work-it Circuits

Thu

K–1

Hands-on Electronics

Fri

3–5

Eco/Lego Engineering

Fri

1–3

French

Fri

2–5

Game Design with Scratch Fri 3–5 Girls Science/Eco Engineers Fri 1–3 Lego Jr/ Work-it Circuits Fri K–1 Spanish Fri K–3 Math Mania Fri 3–5 Bowen Chess

Mon

1–5

Cabot

Day Middle School

Chinese Club

Mon

K–5

French

Mon

2–5

Chess

Tue

6–8

Pottery

Mon

1–5

Yoga

Mon

1–5

Stock Market Game for Girls

Tue

5–8

Spanish

Mon

K–2

Lego Jr/Work-it Circuits

Wed

1–3

3-D Printing & Design

Tue

6–8

Advanced Drawing

Tue

2–5

Spanish

Wed

1–4

Yoga

Wed

6–8

Lego Jr/Work-it Circuits

Tue

K–1

Actors Studio

Thu

1–5

CodeCampKidz

Fri

6–8

French

Wed

2–5

Hands-on Electronics

Thu

3–5

Math Mania

Wed

3–5

Home Alone Safety (Nov 3)

Thu

3–5

Game Design with Scratch

Thu

3–5

Chess & Advanced Chess

Fri

1–5

Chinese Club

Mon

K–5

Girls Science/Eco Engineers

Thu

1–3

French

Fri

K–3

Yoga

Mon

1–5

Home Alone Safety (Sept 29)

Thu

3–5

Fri

1–3

Self-Defense Combat Sambo

Mon/Wed Ages 4–11

Actors Studio

Fri

1–5

Girls Science/Eco Engineers

Chess

Tue

1–5

Eco/Lego Engineering

Fri

1–3

Home Alone Safety (Oct 25)

Tue

3–5

Spanish

Tue

K–3

Drawing Club

Wed

2–5

Next Gen Lego Robotics

Wed

3–5

Girls Science/Eco Engineers

Thu

1–3

Italian

Thu

2–5

French

Fri

2–5

Lego Jr/Work-it Circuits

Fri

K–1

Spanish Fri 2–5

BROWN MIDDLE SCHOOL Chess

Tue

6–8

Fencing

Wed

1–4

Flag Football

Tue

6–8

Fencing

Fri

5–8

617 559-6999

Don’t see the class you want at your school? No problem. We welcome kids from all schools in all our classes.

Franklin

kids

Class

Day Grades

Horace Mann

Class

Day Grades

Class

Day Grades

Ward

Mason Rice

Animation Lab

Mon

3–5

Art Studio: Pastel & Charcoal Mon

2–5

Girls Science/Eco Engineers

Mon

1–3

Chess

Tue

1–5

Hands-on Electronics

Mon

3–5

Spanish

Mon

K–3

Chinese Club

Tue

K–5

Chess

Tue

1–5

Lego Jr/Work-it Circuits

Wed

K–1

Art Odyssey

Wed

2–4

Game Design with Scratch

Tue

3–5

Next Gen Lego Robotics

Wed

3–5

Spanish

Wed

K–5

Spanish

Tue

K–5

Spanish

Wed

2–5

Chinese Brush Painting

Thu

K–2

Sports Jam

Tue

K–2

Advanced Chess

Thu

1–5

Actors Studio

Fri

1–5

French

Wed

K–3

French

Thu

2–5

Lego Jr/Work-it Circuits

Fri

K–1

Lego Jr/Work-it Circuits

Wed

K–1

Chess

Fri

1–5

Thu

1–5

Thu

1–3

Drawing Club Fri 2–5

Home Alone Safety (Oct 20)

Thu

3–5

Advanced Chess

Fri

1–5

Flag Football

Fri

3–5

Glass Class

Fri

1–5

Next Gen Lego Robotics Fri 3–5 Actors Studio Eco/Lego Engineering

Lincoln-Eliot Next Gen Lego Robotics

Mon

3–5

Home Alone Safety (Nov 1)

Tue

3–5

Chess

Wed

1–5

Williams Chess

Mon

1–5

French

Mon

K–3

Actors Studio

Wed

1–5

Eco/Lego Engineering

Wed

1–3

Comics & Cartooning Tot Jam Fri Ages 2–4 Pottery

Thu

3–5

Thu

1–5

OAK HILL Middle School

Chinese

Fri

2–5

DOn’t Miss...

Archery

Archery (pages 51 & 57)

3-D Printing & Design Fri 3–5

Peirce

Spanish Fri 1–4 Sports Jam

Babysitting & CPR (pages 57–58) Family Night Under the Stars (page 49) Fencing (pages 53 & 57) Flag Football (pages 53 & 57) Saturday Sports (pages 49 & 56) Self Defense Combat Sambo (page 55) Soccer for Moms (page 49) The Stock Market Game for Girls (page 58)

Fri Ages 4–5

Tue

3 & up

Zervas at Carr School

Chess

Mon

1–5

French

Mon

1–4

Home Alone Safety (Nov 15)

Tue

3–5

Chess

Tue

1–5

Spanish

Wed

1-4

Chinese Club

Tue

K–5

Eco/Lego Engineering

Thu

1–3

Spanish

Wed

K–3

Wed

3–5

Thu

4–6

Fri

1–3

3-D Printing & Design 3-D Printing & Design Thu 3–5 Stock Market Game

Underwood Spanish

Mon

1–4

3-D Printing & Design

Mon

3–5

Chess

Tue

1–5

French

Tue

K–3

Eco/Lego Engineering

Wed

1–3

Eco/Lego Engineering

Girls Science/Eco Engineers Fri 1–3 www.newtoncommunityed.org

general info & policies

ACCESS Our classes are open to everyone. Please let us know if you have any special concerns or need special assistance.

AGE REQUIREMENTS Adult classes are open to students 18 years of age and older. Age requirements for Kids classes are listed per class.

CHANGES NCE reserves the right to cancel classes that are under-enrolled, and to change times, locations, and instructors when necessary.

DISCOUNTS We offer a 15% discount to seniors (age 65+), veterans, and employees of the city of Newton. The discount is available on most of our classes, but only if you register by phone and let us know at the time of registration. ELL, one-session, couples’ rate classes, and other select classes are excluded. Discounts do not apply to materials or food fees and can not be combined.

GIFT CERTIFICATES Gift certificates are available in any amount and can be used for any class we offer.

PARKING FOR EVENING CLASSES Free parking is available in lots at both high schools. There is additional parking on neighborhood streets; please pay attention to all official street signs, as parking laws are enforced.

SCHOLARSHIPS Partial scholarships are available on a limited basis for Newton residents. Please call 617559-6999 for more information.

TRIAL CLASSES Sorry, we do not offer trial classes.

PHOTOS

WEATHER CANCELLATIONS

We may occasionally take pictures of students in our classes for our use in promotional materials. Your enrollment in a class indicates your approval for this.

If Newton public schools are closed due to inclement weather, our classes that run in school buildings are cancelled. Decisions about off-site classes are made individually; please check your class listing on our website. Classes cancelled due to weather will be made up at the end of the term; there will be no refunds for weather-related closings.

REFUNDS/WITHDRAWALS For our adult, and school-year Kids classes, you must withdraw at least seven days before the class start date printed in our catalog to receive either a refund minus a $10 processing fee, or a credit-on-account minus a $5 fee. The $6 registration fee is non-refundable. No other refunds or credits will be given, unless we cancel your class, in which case you’ll receive a full refund. To withdraw from a class, call us during office hours; we do not process withdrawals by email. There are no partial refunds for student absences, scheduling conflicts, or weather-related closings.

We are inclusive NCE does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of age, race, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or any other category protected by federal or state law.

additional info & policies for Kids school-year programs BEHAVIOR POLICY

GETTING TO CLASS

PICK-UP AFTER CLASS

It is our expectation that students in our classes will follow their teacher’s instructions. Students are expected to be respectful of their teachers and peers. Students must use only materials designated for their NCE class and use them appropriately. If your child does not meet these expectations, we will communicate with you to discuss his or her behavior. If after two such communications your child’s behavior has not improved, we will ask you to withdraw your child from the class and no refund will be given. If your child exhibits threatening physical behavior towards others in the class, he or she will be withdrawn immediately and no refund will be given.

Kids at each school typically walk themselves to our classes, but younger kids are sometimes escorted by their classroom teachers; please check with your child’s school and/ or teacher. NCE teachers arrive when school ends (12:30 on Tuesdays, and 3:00 on all other days). On Tuesdays, kids eat lunch between 12:30 and 12:45, and on other days they usually have a snack (you must provide your own lunches and snacks). Kids from all schools are welcome at all our classes. School secretaries are at their desks until 3:30 each day and can buzz in kids arriving for NCE classes from other schools.

At the end of class, our teachers will bring all kids to the main entrance of the school to be picked up by parents, guardians, or after-school staff. Kids in grades K-2 must be signed out by an adult; kids in grades 3-5 can dismiss themselves with written permission from a parent or guardian. To give your permission, send an email to staff@newtoncommunityed.org stating your child’s name, grade, NCE class, and school.

EARLY-RELEASE DAYS Classes meet at their regular times on early-release days.

617 559-6999

LOCATIONS We post room locations to our website as soon as we have that information.

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Please contact us to discuss any medical conditions, allergies, learning styles, or other special circumstances that could impact your child’s experience in our program.

SUmmer program Policies See our website for information.

registration form

Many thanks to these donors to our NEWTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Superintendent Dr. David Fleishman School Committee Mayor Setti D. Warren, Ex-officio Ward 1 Ellen Gibson 2 Margaret Albright 3 Angela Pitter-Wright 4 Diana Fisher Gomberg 5 Steve Siegel 6 Ruth Goldman 7 Matthew Hills 8 Margie Ross Decter NCE COMMISSION Shadi Aryanpour (chair), Lloyd David, Lee Guertin, Josh Krintzman, Joyce Leonardo, Amy Masters, Selina Pandolfi, Toby Romer, Sydra Schnipper, Carol Stapleton

NEWTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION STAFF Summer School Deborah Grace 617-559-6999

Director Ed Hauben 617-559-6990 Program Director, Kids Lisa Rucinski 617-559-6995 Program Coordinators, Adults Robin Shaevel 617-559-6992 Susan Cassidy 617-559-6991

Marketing/PR Ursula Steele 617-559-6997 Student Interns Erik Brown Alex Davison Diana Khuu Ashley Gaffney Sam Kesselman Serena Ly Emily Szeto Louis Torracinta Alison Wong Luna Zhang Nick Zhang

Administrative Assistant Carmella D. Mack 617-559-6716 Support Staff Brenda April 617-559-6994 Susanne Chan-Wong 617-559-6993 Patricia Mason 617-559-6421

CATALOG Design Elles Gianocostas Distribution Max’s Trucking Printing Turley Publications Production Design Hatfield Design

scholarship fund and supporters of our program Greg Baryza, Alex Blasi, Paula Black, May Chin, Clifford Cohen, Compassionate Care Hospice staff, Jonah Cuddy, Lisa Cukier, Linda Greenberg, Jan Hauben, Phyllis Kaplan, Catherine Mackinnon, Joyce McCaffrey, NewTV, Angela Pitter, Bob Phinney/Clay Center Observatory, Russian School of Mathematics, Afkham Salie and L’Aroma Cafe & Bakery, Renee Senes, Fran Spector, Rose Thompson, Richard Tiernan, Mark David Trachtenberg, John Truslowe, United Methodist Church of Newton, Sharon Wanunu, and the other kind people whose contributions arrived after the production deadline for this catalog. Donations allow us to increase both the number and size of the scholarships we offer each term, providing greater opportunities for individuals and families in need. We accept contributions in any amount. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Susanne! Fortune was smiling on us the day Susanne Chan-Wong joined our staff in May. If you’ve called our office in the last few months, you’ve likely spoken to Susanne and she’s probably helped you out in some way. Susanne is a former software engineer who tired of the tech life, turned her attention to raising her two now-grown kids, went to work at Cabot School as a long-term substitute, and then found us. She’s quick as a whip and game to tackle any task. Go ahead: ask her a question, and you’ll see what we mean.

Registration Form Name

Birth Date*

Address School*

Grade (Fall ‘16)*

Parents’ or Guardians’ Names* Phone (primary #)

(secondary #)

* REQUIRED FOR KIDS REGISTRATIONS ONLY

For Kids’ registrations, we must have two DIFFERENT phone #s, in case of an emergency. Don’t have a landline? List the # of a family member or friend!

Course Code # Course Name

1. Pay by Check: Please make your check payable to Newton Community Education and mail with this registration form to Newton Community Education, 457 Walnut Street, Newton, MA 02460

Fee

Donation to Scholarship Fund Registration Fee (once per person, per term)

Total

2. Pay by Charge: at www.newtoncommunityed.org, by phone (617) 559-6999, or by mail. Charge:

MasterCard

Card # Cardholder Signature

Visa

Discover

American Express Expiration Date

Security Code

$6.00

Newton Public Schools

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Newton Community Education 457 Walnut Street Newton, MA 02460

newtoncommunityed.org

Your Vintage Jewelry

Close-up Card Magic

Do you have buried gems? Dig into your jewelry box, see what you find, and join us for this class.

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Hands-on Electronics Tinker with LEDs, resistors, and motors to make cool and useful gadgets. Learn some computer programming too.

Closed Circuit

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Save the Date!

Celebrate Newton Do your holiday shopping here! Talented Newtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s artists display (and sell) their wares. Sunday, December 4 at Newton South.