NCE Fall 2018 Catalog by Newton Community Education

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FALL 2018

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notes Shannon Slattery is an artist and teacher. She was born and bred in Newton, is a member of the Newton Art Association, and has been teaching art at Newton North High School for the last 20 years. We’re delighted to share this painting with you; below are her words about it: “I have spent the last year or so painting the trees. I am drawn to the rhythm of the trunks and the rugged terrain around my summer home in Maine. I walk every day when I am there, and the route I take brings me up and down hills and through woods. Maine is famous for its craggy coast, and the ground is often uneven with granite ledge poking through the moss. Many of the trees cling to the surface, especially the white pines, which grow so straight and carpet the ground with their needles. I see them as struggling to hold on, and they represent to me the connection to the earth and nature that is essential. Other times a grouping of trees, perhaps all having sprung from a single parent, huddle or march together in rows, creating a kind of visual music. As a painter, I am guided by process; I apply paint by any and all means and will just as often wipe, sand, or scrape the board as paint with a brush. At the intersection of drawing and painting—color, line, and texture are the means to describe what I see and how I connect to my environment.”

tuesdays too You’ve Made our Day

Poker... x 2 NCE poker players are going pro! Well, not really, and no one has made a million yet (that we know of), but there’s enough demand from our seasoned players that we’re offering a second class this fall. Join us for Texas Hold ‘Em if you’re new to the game, and Intermediate Poker if you’re getting good. See page 17 for class details.

our mission

Maya Reisz is in town and offering a really different comics-making class. We loved her concept so much, we’re offering classes for kids and adults. Never thought you could be creative? This class might change your mind. See pages 5 and 51.

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When we started offering daytime classes two years ago, we had no idea they’d be such a hit. But you keep signing up, so we’re offering more, and not just on Thursdays now, but on Tuesdays too. Daytime highlights this fall include Basic Drawing, Chess Strategy, Write Now! and lots of language classes. Look for the symbol above throughout our catalog, or check our website for the complete list.

Let the landscape speak to you Sign up for Landscape Painting (page 6) or Landscape Photography (page 7).

fall special It’s Comical

cover artist Shannon Slattery

Newton Community Education is dedicated to your lifelong learning. We offer programs for everyone eager to explore—from toddlers to seniors—from Newton and beyond. We are a self-sustaining arm of the Newton Public Schools. When the school day ends, our classes begin, offering access to school facilities for community learning. We aim to inspire or nurture your passion with quality programs provided at a reasonable cost.

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, Room 9208 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 (617-559-6999).

fall 2018 meet our new director KAREN O’NEILL I am thrilled to welcome you to our fall catalog and introduce myself as the new Director of NCE. It is my honor to serve you, and I thank former Director Ed Hauben for his leadership and stewardship. I come to my role via an unorthodox career path—from engineering to afterschool program management to nonprofit leadership. But my journey is what makes me ready and eager to lead NCE. It started with a simple sentence: “I don’t know.” Those words filled me with dread as a kid. I was a stellar student, but my learning motivation was to get good grades, a degree, and a stable job. Ignorance was weakness. After graduation, I enrolled in an American Sign Language class at the local continuing education center, hoping to connect with people in my new city. There I experienced both the joy of learning simply because I wanted to know more, and the power of sharing the experience with my community. I was hooked. Since then, each class I’ve taken has connected me not only to others, but to a part of myself I didn’t recognize. I also discovered that I love to teach and help others embrace their own “I don’t know. Let’s learn this together.” It’s become my professional calling. I fervently believe an educated community is an empowered community and that education is a human right that must be safeguarded and nurtured. I commit to NCE, its staff, its commission, and the greater Newton community to not only continue the great work already underway, but also to ensure a sustainable future that meets the growing and evolving needs of our times. If you’re not already planning on joining us, I’ll close with a favorite quote that will hopefully inspire you to embrace your own “I don’t know.” “Curiosity is a willing, a proud, and eager confession of ignorance.” – S. Leonard Rubinstein Come be curious with us! We have an entire community ready to learn alongside you.

adult classes Art & Photography.....................................5 Business & Career.....................................43 Computers & Technology..........................44 Crafts.......................................................35 Dance & Fitness........................................19 English Language Learners (ELL)..............46 Food & Drink............................................12 GED/HiSET®..............................................47 Home & Garden........................................38 Languages.................................................8 Lifetime Learning.....................................32 Mind, Body, & Soul...................................22 Money & Real Estate................................40 Music & Theatre Arts................................27 Online Learning & Career Training............40 Photography..............................................7 Recreation................................................15 Writing, Speaking, & Literature................31

kids classes All Kids Classes.........................................48 Sports......................................................57 College Prep/Driver’s Ed...........................59 Fall At a Glance ................................60 & 61

nuts & bolts General Info & Policies .............................62 Registration Form....................................63 Staff Picks..................................................4

Stress-Free Sign-up Adult students: We’ve updated our refund policy to accommodate your last-minute change of plans. See page 62.

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staff picks Robin’s picks

Susan’s picks

Budapest Foodfest

Boxing

(Hungarian cooking classes)

Brian Scagliola (page 21)

Szonja Ruppert (page12) By the time this catalog comes out, I will have been to Budapest and back. I can’t wait to try some authentic Hungarian foods. Our Budapest Foodfest series brings Hungary’s favorite foods to you this fall. Come hungry to one or all, learn about the culture, and enjoy making a rich cuisine that’s more than just goulash.

Story Slam Tell Me a Story Your Legacy Story

Cindy Marshall (pages 15 & 29) I love a good story. Some of my favorite childhood memories involve my grandfather telling me stories about his escape from Russia. The stories were hard to believe, but his enthusiasm kept me mesmerized. If you have a story you’d like to share but can’t because you get tongue tied, get it straight with help from our professional storyteller. Take one or all three classes and you’ll be telling great stories in no time!

Impressionist Composers: Debussy & Ravel

Richard Knisely (page 31) I love when I get to check out music for a class—which brings me to composers Claude Debussy and Maurice Ravel. I haven’t stopped listening to their music since Richard Knisely sent me a class description. Listen for yourself (see the course description on our website), and you’ll understand why their sounds are pure magic. There’s no doubt you’ll want to hear more about these two geniuses.

Here are some of our favorite classes this fall and a little insight into why we picked them.

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The Nonantum Boxing Club is a gem, a neighborhood favorite down in “The Lake”. I love the reactions both men and women have going there for our class— they can’t get enough! It’s a terrific workout, yes, but it stretches people beyond typical exercise routines. Brian teaches because he was inspired by the sport— the rigor, precision, and tough workout. Grab a friend and sign up.

Burlesque Dance

Maureen McAnulty (page 19) Learning how to dance with a feather boa and gloves... how can you resist?! I have absolutely zero dance training, but I want to round up a couple of my friends and DO THIS. Maureen breaks down the moves into manageable bits and explains where to focus, how to move, and (most importantly!) how to look like you know what you’re doing.

Yoga

Ben, Barbara, and Diann (page 25) NCE is incredibly lucky to have terrific yoga instructors who inspire their students and know how to make class fun. Our yoga classes have some of our highest “repeat” rates of any classes we offer. Students come back time and time again to learn from Ben Cohen, Barbara Perlo, and— back this Fall (hooray!)—Diann Siegal.

Lisa’s picks Expert Architects & Business Sharks

Right Brain Science (page 49 & 52) Sometimes we hire individual teachers for our Kids classes, and sometimes we work with vendors who write curriculum and bring their own staff. Matt Bowling used to write curriculum for Chyten but he’s on his own now, with Right Brain Science. I love his ideas, and kids do too. But sign your kids up, and they’ll soon know more than you do.

Science Lab

Maire Anne Diamond (page 54) If I’d had Maire Anne as a teacher when I was in kindergarten, my life might have taken a different turn. She makes science so much fun! She’s taught for us for many summers, and kids just want more. So take advantage of this rare opportunity for an after-school class with Maire Anne, and see where she takes you.

Art Through the Ages

Nicole Donson (page 49) This teacher has so many ideas, her course proposals are like a novel! I love the combo of creativity and art history Nicole brings; pictures of her students’ finished projects are a treat too. In this moment in time, you should make art in her class.

Basic Drawing Paola Page, Instructor 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. A materials list will be emailed.

A284-F18 $199 8 Tuesdays @ Russian School of Math 10am–12pm September 25–November 13

Intro to Classical Drawing Jack Neylan, Instructor Experience art school as it was in the 1800s and learn to draw like the modern masters. We’ll carefully study the human figure as they did, and we’ll focus on drawing proportionally and realistically rendering our subjects. Working with graphite and charcoal, we’ll begin by recreating master drawings and anatomical studies; then we’ll move to drawing from sculptures, and gradually working towards drawing a live model. If you missed out on art school 200 years ago, now’s your chance to make up for lost time. Bring a $5-$10 model fee payable to the instructor. A materials list will be emailed.

See the world in a new light and then draw it. Botanical drawing is the art of careful observation inspired by the natural world around us. We’ll use flowers, leaves, seed pods, and other organic objects as our subject matter. You’ll work on strengthening your powers of observation, and develop drawing skills to render shape, texture, size, and proportion with greater confidence. By the end of class, you’ll have a small portfolio of drawings as fine art or use as a basis for a continued edition of prints. All levels, new and returning students welcome. A materials list will be emailed.

A144-F18 $199 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 9:45–11:45am September 27–November 15 New

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Portrait Drawing Jack Neylan, Instructor Portraiture is one of the oldest and most loved genres of art in the world. But, what makes a great portrait? Learn techniques to create portraits of your own design as we focus on capturing expressions through drawing. We will examine famous and contemporary examples of portraiture, always pursuing the question of what makes a portrait great. You will learn how to strive for photographic realism and impressionistic likeness that captures a person’s unique character in your drawings. Mediums explored in class include graphite and charcoal. Bring a drawing pad and graphite pencil. Additional materials will be discussed in class.

A725-F18 $199 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10am–12pm September 27–November 15

A240-F18 $199 7 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm October 3–November 14

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Comic Illustration & Design Maya Reisz, Instructor Calling all artists, doodlers, and story tellers looking for a creative outlet. Let your hands do the thinking as you tell your life stories through comics, inventing characters from your memories, imagination, and everyday life. Learn about methods developed by renowned comic artists Lynda Barry and Ivan Brunetti. Each week we’ll explore new exercises to get your creative juices flowing; you’ll build your skills as we practice timed drawings and drawing with your eyes closed. By the end of the course, you’ll create your own Zine (self-published small book). All levels welcome.

A897-F18 $179 8 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–9pm September 27–November 15

Watercolor Painting for Beginners Jeanne Gugino, 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. Through instructor demonstrations 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. Bring a $7 fee for still-life setups payable to the instructor in class. Required materials list is available online.

A176-F18 $175 7 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm October 3–November 14

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Paola Page, Instructor

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Botanical Drawing

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Look for this icon for classes that run during the day at various locations around town.

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Art & Photography

Still Life with Watercolors Jeanne Gugino, Instructor Explore landscape and still-life painting using watercolors. We’ll sketch and paint flowers, fruits, bowls and vases, to gain an understanding of light, form, and dimension. Through layering and color-mixing exercises, you’ll develop skills to capture the unique aspect of transparency in watercolor. We’ll also discuss the techniques of great watercolor artists such as Sargent and Turner, and modernists such as Klee and Nolde. New and returning students welcome. See online class listing for materials list. Bring a $7 materials fee payable to the instructor.

A111-F18 $199 8 Mondays @ Newton South 7–9pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12

Acrylic Painting for Beginners

Abstract Painting: Beginner to Beyond

Landscape Painting

Paola Page, 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.

Take inspiration from artists such as Matisse, Kandinsky, de Kooning, Frankenthaler, and Rothko. Explore abstract concepts and experiment with color, shape, texture, and line, as you paint with acrylics and learn various processes of contemporary painting. Our projects will include landscape, still life, figure and portrait painting, and class time will cover individual interpretation, group critiques, and contemporary art discourse. New and returning students of all levels welcome. See online class listing for a materials list. For questions email paolapage6@gmail.com.

A131-F18 $239 8 Mondays @ Newton North 6:30–9:30pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12

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 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. A materials list will be emailed to students.

A190-F18 $229 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm September 27–November 15

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Zhanna Cantor, Instructor

See online class listing for a materials list.

A107-F18 $195 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 26–November 14

Impressionist Painting Zhanna Cantor, Instructor 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. See online class listing for a materials list.

A104-F18 $195 8 Mondays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12

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Photography for Beginners Laurelle Farrell, 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 settings 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. Bring your fully-charged camera and one or two of your prints to share with the class.

A381-F18 $95 3 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm September 27–October 11

Digital Photography: Beyond Beginner Laurelle Farrell, Instructor Learn 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. Prerequisite: our beginner digital photography class or comparable experience. Bring your fully-charged digital SLR camera with its manual.

A216-F18 $145 5 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm September 26–October 24

Landscape Photography Workshop Laurelle Farrell, Instructor The best way to capture the beauty of the outdoors is with your camera. Explore the basics of landscape photography in this hands-on workshop. We’ll discuss shooting techniques—the use of angles, light, shadow, and subject—and apply these skills in the field to produce photos that tell a story. There will be instructor presentations and homework assignments to guide your work outside of class, along with in-class critiques to review your photos. In our last class, we’ll have a slideshow of student work. All levels welcome. Any type of camera is suitable for this class. Bring your fully-charged camera.

A146-F18 $95 3 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm October 18–November 1

Portrait Photography Claudia Ruiz-Gustafson, Instructor Improve your people skills—in portraiture that is. Learn to take more in-depth portraits that truly capture your subjects, especially in those easy-to-miss, split-second moments. You’ll learn all you need to know to take professional-quality portraits, including how to work with various subjects—from individuals to groups, including children and pets. Our instructor will

explain the nuances of lighting and posing, how to shoot on location, and how to create inspiring compositions. You must be comfortable working with your camera for this class. All levels welcome. Bring 4-6 printed portrait images to class.

A147-F18 $95 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm October 25–November 8 New

Photography Lighting Workshop Laurelle Farrell, Instructor How do you know when to use the flash on your camera or just go with the natural light surrounding you? In this class, we will address this question plus you will learn about different varieties of daylight— indoors and outdoors—as well as night photography. You’ll learn how to use lighting to create moods and communicate ideas. And, we’ll review how to use available artificial lighting, such as lamps and streetlights. There will be discussion-based critiques as well as weekly assignments. Open to beginner, amateur and professional photographers. Bring a camera, backup battery, and at least one memory card to class. Also bring any cords that connect to your camera.

A148-F18 $95 3 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm October 31–November 14

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A153-F18 $69 2 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm November 8 & 15

Advanced Photography Laurelle Farrell, 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 photographers such as Joel Sartore (National Geographic), Max Esposito (Man with the Signs) and Brandon Stanton (Humans of NY). We’ll break into groups for photo shoots and then critique and fine-tune our projects as we evaluate what makes a successful image. You’ll have homework so you can practice what you learn in class. Expect 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. Bring your fully-charged camera.

A125-F18 $159 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 8–9:30pm September 26–November 14

Not sure what level language class to take? Call us at 617-559-6999 or email staff@newtoncommunityed.org.

Spanish: Beginner

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Soledad Phelan, Instructor ¿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. Required textbook is Practical Spanish Grammar by Prado, 2nd edition.

L210-F18-1 $135 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10–11:15am September 27–November 15 L210-F18-2 $135 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7–8:15pm September 25–November 20 No class November 13

Spanish: Beginner II

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Soledad Phelan, Instructor Continue to improve your vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and intonation as you learn about Spanish and Hispanic cultures through music, reading, and discussion. Prerequisite: our Spanish: Beginner class, or comparable experience. Required textbook is Practical Spanish Grammar by Prado, 2nd edition.

L112-F18 $135 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 11:15am–12:30pm September 27–November 15 The instructor was very organized, gave structured classes requiring student involvement, gave demanding homework, and had a wonderfully warm yet teaching manner.

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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 classes, or comparable experience. Required textbook is Practical Spanish Grammar by Prado, 2nd edition.

L212-F18-1 $135 8 Tuesdays @ Russian School of Math 10–11:15am September 25–November 13 L212-F18-2 $135 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 8:15–9:30pm September 25–November 20

Spanish: Intermediate

Inspire double takes with your photographic images, just by applying cool special effects. Learn how to star the sun, create panoramics, and add depth to your landscapes with aperture. Discover different techniques for zooming and how to use various filters, and learn to control motion with shutter speeds. With nothing more than the equipment you already have and a little imagination, you can create great effects to enhance your photos.

Languages

Laurelle Farrell, Instructor

Spanish: Beyond Beginner

Special Effects Workshop

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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. Prerequisite: our Spanish: Beyond Beginner classes, or comparable experience. Required textbook is the most recent edition of Practical Spanish by Prado.

L114-F18 $135 8 Tuesdays @ Russian School of Math 11:15am–12:30pm September 25–November 13

Languages

Spanish: Advanced I

French: Beginner

Cecilia McIsaac, Instructor

Phil Kaplan & Susan Tessier, Instructors

Increase your conversational skills by practicing the language through readings and discussions of news articles and current events. This class will be conducted mostly in Spanish; we’ll review tenses, the comparison of adjectives and adverbs; the imperative (command) form, the formal and informal of regular and irregular verbs, the passive voice, prepositions por and para and much more. No textbook required. Prerequisite: our Spanish: Intermediate II class or comparable experience.

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.

L589-F18 $169 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 27–November 15 I enjoyed our conversations in Spanish about current events or about our own lives–and particularly the sense of humor of our group! I could tell that my comprehension and oral Spanish skills improved.

Spanish: Advanced II Cecilia McIsaac, Instructor Join us to continue your study of Spanish. This is an immersion class that will be conducted mainly in Spanish. You’ll improve your conversational Spanish skills through reading articles on various topics in the news. We’ll review some points of grammar, and learn the conditional and subjunctive mood: present, imperfect, or past subjunctive. We’ll also study all the conditional tenses: possible future, present unreal, and past unreal. You’ll master these tenses as we engage in conversation. Prerequisite: our Spanish: Advanced I class or comparable experience.

The textbook is Ultimate French: BeginnerIntermediate, by Heminway.

Speed Spanish I & II Dan Mikels, Instructor Our online Speed Spanish courses are unlike any other Spanish classes you may have ever taken and are a great way to practice between your in-class sessions. You’ll see words, hear them pronounced properly, and be granted plenty of opportunities to practice your pronunciation. Then, you’ll learn several clever recipes that you can use to glue the words together into sentences. Enroll today, and you’ll see an immediate improvement in your Spanish fluency from the very first lesson. ¡Qué Bueno! This is an online course.

L132-F18-O $125 (Speed Spanish I) L133-F18-O $125 (Speed Spanish II) 6 week online class September 12–November 2

L102-F18-1 $135 (Kaplan) 8 Tuesdays @ Russian School of Math 10–11:15am September 25–November 13 L102-F18-2 $145 (Tessier) 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm October 3–November 28 No class November 21

French: Beyond Beginner Phil Kaplan, Instructor Improve your French as you 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. Bring a Pocket Book of French Verbs to class.

L230-F18 $145 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm September 26–November 14

L131-F18 $169 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 26–November 14

A Big Thank You... to the Russian School of Math for opening up its doors to us. We couldn’t run our Tuesday and Thursday daytime classes without them.

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Languages

French: Intermediate

French: Advanced Conversation

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 and 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. Bring a Pocket Book of French Verbs to class.

L109-F18 $145 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 26–November 14

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Bon Voyage: Intermediate French Lionel Claris, Instructor

Bonjour! Brush up on your French for your trip abroad or just for fun. Gain confidence in your speaking skills as you learn to use simple, elegant, conversational French effectively. Instead of learning rules with a textbook, we’ll focus on becoming confident speakers through a combination of orally-applied grammar and spaced repetitions to boost your recall. You’ll also learn proper pronunciation through reading and speaking. Course materials will be available online as a resource. Prerequisite: our Beyond Beginner class, or comparable experience.

L243-F18 $169 8 Tuesdays @ Russian School of Math 10am–12pm September 25–November 13

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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, and exercises to help build your vocabulary and strengthen your understanding of grammar. Conversations will center around class interests and we’ll tackle themes such as current events, politics, food, work, travel, family, and more. New and returning students welcome.

L129-F18 $145 8 Mondays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12

Italian: Beginner

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Italian: Beyond Beginner Romina Crociani, Instructor Let’s continue to have fun with Italian! This elementary class is for students with some basic knowledge of Italian who wish to further develop their skills. Using a communicative approach, you will continue to learn basic Italian grammar and be exposed to the language through reading small paragraphs, listening to conversations, and watching short videos. Textbook will be discussed in class.

L134-F18 $155 8 Mondays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12

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

L103-F18 $145 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 8–9:30pm September 25–November 13 Massimo is a great instructor! I really enjoyed his stories about Italy too.

Italian: Beyond Beginner II Romina Crociani, Instructor In this elementary class you will continue to practice your Italian while further developing the basics of grammar. In particular, the course will focus on irregular verbs, adverbs, pronouns, and the present perfect. You’ll be encouraged to speak the language through reading and listening activities. We’ll also explore aspects of Italian culture. The textbook will be discussed in class.

L672-F18 $165 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 25–November 13

Languages

Italian: Intermediate Massimo Laurora, Instructor

Mandarin Chinese: Beginner & Beyond

If you understand the basics of Italian grammar and have developed your reading comprehension skills, this class will help increase your knowledge of the language. Through lectures and in-class exercises, we’ll practice vocabulary, tenses, and expressions, and discuss topics of your choice. We’ll also study short texts that will expose you to Italian society and culture. Ciao. A presto! Prerequisite: our Italian: Beyond Beginner class or comparable experience.

Lei Reilley, Instructor

Bring an Italian dictionary. Text will be discussed in class.

The required textbook is Beginner’s Chinese, by Yong Ho.

L310-F18 $145 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm September 25–November 13

L120-F18 $145 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm September 27–November 15

Italian: Advanced

American Sign Language for Beginners

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. Prerequisite: our Italian: Intermediate class or comparable experience. New and returning students welcome.

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 instructor will also introduce the culture, traditions, philosophy, and history that serve as keys to understanding the language.

Sabrina Speranza, Instructor

Bring an Italian dictionary.

Speak with your hands! If you like learning languages, you’ll love American Sign Language. ASL is a common language among deaf people. It’s different from any other language you may have been exposed to: you use your hands, combined with facial expressions and body postures, to communicate. Join us for an introduction to its concepts, and learn the basics of conversational ASL. We’ll also discuss current issues in Deaf culture. If you’re fascinated by this language, or just want to learn to sign, this is the class for you.

L101-F18 $145 8 Mondays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12

L599-F18 $119 8 Mondays @ Newton North 6–7pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12

American Sign Language: Beyond Beginner Sabrina Speranza, Instructor Build on your basic knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL). Learn additional vocabulary, grammar, classifiers, and information about Deaf culture in a relaxed environment. We’ll work in small groups and as a whole class to improve language learning. Prerequisite: our American Sign Language for Beginners class, or comparable experience.

L600-F18 $119 8 Mondays @ Newton North 7–8pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12

Conversational Japanese Ririko Hayashi, Instructor Learn Japanese for travel or just for fun. Contrary to what you might think, it’s easy to master the essentials of the language. In this online class taught by a native Japanese instructor, you’ll learn useful phrases and specific vocabulary words geared towards travel; you’ll also get tips on Japanese culture. We’ll practice with drills, interactive exercises, and dialogue. We’ll use audio aids and Japanese words written in the English alphabet to assist you—through this method you can learn the letter system, one of the biggest challenges for beginning Japanese language learners. This is an online class.

L250-F18-O $125 6 week online class September 12–November 2

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Budapest Foodfest Sign up for all three classes and get a discount at checkout!

Exotic Foods of India Shruti Mehta, Instructor Please your palate with Indian food, the cuisine that spans from simple, to rich and exotic; is eaten by the poor and elite alike; and is beloved by the British, who have claimed some Indian dishes for their national cuisine. You’ll learn to make Navaratna curry (nine jeweled curry with nuts, vegetables, and fruit, with a rich and creamy spiced sauce), Gajar Halwa (a dessert made out of shredded carrots cooked with milk, almonds and cardamom), Saffron rice with coconut milk, and, Panchkuti dal (five different dals or pulses, cooked with ginger, garlic chilies and garam masala). Bring your appetite and explore this rich cuisine with us.

caramel is cut into 16 pieces within twothree minutes! This is an advanced class, and a must for dessert enthusiasts! Bring a $15 food fee payable to the instructor.

F846-F18 $55 Thursday October 4 @ Newton South 6–9pm

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Sunday in Hungary Szonja Ruppert, Instructor

Indian Vegan Feast

Learn the basics of Hungarian cooking through the traditional Sunday dish— chicken paprikash with noodles. We’ll make the “pörkölés” (meat stewed in a base of onions, oil, and paprika), handmade pasta with a noodle cutter, and the Hungarian version of apple pie with cinnamon, lemon, and walnuts for dessert.

Shruti Mehta, Instructor

Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor.

Vegans don’t miss out with Indian cooking—a vast variety of traditional dishes are animal product-free. Join us to prepare an entire Indian feast: we’ll make delicious dishes like onion pakoras (deep-fried onion fritters), spicy eggplant pulao (rice with silky eggplant prepared with sesame seeds and garam masala), mixed bean curry in tomato gravy, and oat uppama (oatmeal with spices and vegetables). We’ll finish off with a scrumptious dessert called laapsi, made with cracked wheat, cardamom and almonds.

F093-F18 $55 Thursday September 27 @ Newton South 6–9pm

Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor.

F136-F18 $59 Tuesday October 16 @ Newton South 6–9pm

Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor.

F289-F18 $59 Tuesday November 6 @ Newton South 6–9pm

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The Ultimate Dessert Szonja Ruppert, Instructor Dobos cake was introduced in Budapest in 1885; the king and queen were its first fans and it soon became popular throughout Europe. With its flat, shiny, caramel top, it was simple but elegant, as opposed to the more intricate cakes of the age. Join us to learn how the six layers are baked, buttercream is made, and

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World Famous Hungarian Comfort Foods Szonja Ruppert, Instructor In Hungary, everyone has an opinion on how to cook every dish. But with Lecso, Hungarian ratatouille, there are just a few ingredients: bacon, onions, sausage, pepper, tomato, salt—so there’s nothing to discuss! We’ll supplement ours with Gundel pancakes, an elegant chocolate crepe named after the restaurant. This delicious dessert combines the excitement of different flavors textures: crunchy walnut, velvety chocolate sauce with a hint of rum, and a luscious whipped cream topping. Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor.

F844-F18 $55 Thursday October 11 @ Newton South 6–9pm

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Authentic Chinese Cooking Lei Reilley, Instructor Say no to take-out and learn to make flavorful Chinese dishes at home. We’ll start with an all-time favorite—a Chinese breakfast crepe made of mung bean flour and eggs. Then we’ll make some spring rolls, with or without meat based on your preference; a zesty vegetarian salad; and a traditional Chinese meatball soup. Get ready to learn some tips for quick and easy Chinese meals, and be sure to bring your appetite. Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor.

F976-F18 $49 Monday November 5 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

Little Chinese Dumplings Fan Stanbrough, Instructor Traditional dumplings are a Chinese family favorite. These crescent-shaped bites are delicious and easy to make. We will prepare these petite treats with a sweet and savory pork filling. You’ll also learn how to make the dumpling casing from scratch. Join us and enjoy the enormous flavor that bursts from this small dish. A $15 food fee is payable to the instructor in class.

F339-F18 $49 Tuesday September 25 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

Intro to Fermentation Workshop

Any Way You Slice It: Bake Fresh Bread

Jeff Klein, Instructor

Did you know that a study of homemade sauerkraut found that two ounces contained more healthy organisms than a whole bottle of probiotic pills? Love it or not, it’s good for you, and fermentation is easy to do! Learn the secrets of fermentation in this fun workshop. Over the course of the evening we’ll prepare yogurt, sauerkraut, and kombucha. By the end of class, you’ll know how to make each of these at home and you’ll have starter cultures to get you going. Bring a $15 fee payable to the instructor. Also bring a glass jar for you to take home live kombucha culture.

F326-F18 $59 Wednesday November 7 @ Newton South 6–9pm

Beginning Vegan Laurie Sherwood, Instructor Discover what veganism is all about. It’s gaining in popularity worldwide for its nutritional and environmental value, but the good news is that vegan food tastes great too! Join us to learn about the super foods that form the basis of a plant-rich diet. See how just a few common ingredients can creatively transform the meals you love into plant-based, nutrient-rich delights. Our instructor will demonstrate how to make two delicious vegan dishes—spicy black pepper cauliflower bites with celery ranch sauce for an appetizer, and a sesame zoodle (zucchini noodle) with crispy tofu entrée. We’ll sample these wonderful flavors, and talk about favorite recipes easily transformed into plant-based meals. Bring a $4 fee payable to the instructor.

F457-F18 $39 Monday October 1 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

Fill your home with the wonderful aroma of fresh-baked bread. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to mix, knead, and form several types of breads from just four ingredients. Each week we’ll focus on different techniques; by the end of three sessions, you’ll have the confidence to make your own fresh bread for any occasion. The specific breads we make will be chosen by class vote; possibilities include boule, a baguette, and a focaccia. Our instructor will provide dough for baking in class, and you’ll prepare your own dough to take home as well; you’ll leave with rising dough, baking directions, and recipes. Bring a $10 food fee payable to the instructor. Bring a large bowl, mixing spoon, and kitchen scale if you have one.

F162-F18 $119 3 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm October 3–17 New

Perfect Pizzas Jeff Klein, Instructor Out-do your local pizza shop. Learn to make pizza from scratch, from the perfect crust, to yummy and unique topping combinations. You’ll make a variety of specialty pizzas: goat cheese with butternut squash, caramelized onion blue cheese, and roasted red peppers with Kalamata olives. As a vegan option we’ll make a pie with cashew nut cheese. We’ll add spices and other fresh ingredients for a delectable tomato sauce. Finally, you’ll learn how to bake your pizza to perfection in a household oven. Bring a $15 materials fee, a bowl to bring home dough, and a good appetite.

F296-F18 $49 Wednesday October 24 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

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Homemade Chocolate Truffles Andrea Wright, Instructor

J.P. Food & Brew Walking Tour It’s a well-known secret that Jamaica Plain (AKA J.P.) has some of the best food in Boston. It’s a bit off the beaten path though, and some J.P. residents want to keep it that way—this tight-knit community is definitely keen on preserving its neighborly feel. On this exciting tour, we’ll take you around the popular Centre Street center of J.P.; it’s chock full of delicious eats. You will sample a variety of local, independent, concept food shops, many of which are owned by J.P. residents. We’ll make four to six food-tasting stops along the way, and end with a guided tour and sampling at a craft microbrewery. Vegetarians welcome. Location will be emailed. Eating, drinking, and walking in rain or shine.

F676-F18 $89 Sunday October 14 @ Jamaica Plain 11am–1:30pm New

Davis Square Food Tour Off The Beaten Path Food Tours, Tour Guides Join us on a gastronomical adventure, as we sample foods from local Davis Square restaurants and shops on a quirky and fun tour of this colorful neighborhood. You’ll hear stories from local entrepreneurs, and get interesting tidbits about the rich history in this hip section of Somerville. Learn why Davis Square is considered one of Boston’s most diverse neighborhoods and best food scenes, as we sample innovative eats and family recipes such as gyros and crepes packed with flavor. We’ll indulge in the area’s favorite pizza and wrap up the day with a sweet award-winning treat. Vegetarians and vegans welcome. Location will be emailed. We will be eating and walking in rain or shine.

F523-F18 $75 Saturday September 29 @ Somerville 2–5pm

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Harvard Square Chocolate Tour Off The Beaten Path Food Tours, Tour Guides Join us for a delectable adventure through historical Harvard Square. Hear interesting stories about the Square, learn fun facts about chocolate, and sample the best chocolaty treats around. Harvard Square, famous for its namesake university, has a flourishing food scene with some of most unique food in the city. We’ll make four to six stops with plenty of treats and less than a mile of walking. This tour is lactose-intolerant friendly. Location will be emailed. Walking and eating in rain or shine.

F273-F18 $45 Saturday October 27 @ Cambridge 2–3:30pm New

Coffee Bean To Cup Erika Koss, Instructor You love your morning cup, but do you ever think about where it comes from? Coffee starts as a seed, grows into a cherry from which the bean gets picked, roasted, and ground for your pleasure. Learn about coffee’s complex supply chain and we’ll show you three methods to brew the perfect cup. You’ll also get tips on how to read labels to pick the one that’s right for you. We’ll sample both decaf and regular coffees from around the world, and our instructor will share stories from her travels. Non-coffee lovers welcome too. Bring a $10 food fee payable to the instructor.

F719-F18 $39 Wednesday October 10 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

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Indulge yourself or treat your special someone with homemade truffles. Learn two ways to make truffles: first we’ll make handdipped truffles with two layers of coating and a layer of decoration. Then we’ll make molded chocolates using silicon molds. As you roll, coat, and mold your truffles, we’ll discuss the origins of chocolate, its ties to Massachusetts, and tips for identifying quality chocolate. We’ll use Guittard chocolate for our truffles; the ganache centers must be cooled for easy handling, so these will be supplied. You’ll leave class with 15-20 chocolates wrapped in cellophane with ribbon, to share or for yourself. Bring a $20 fee payable to the instructor.

F609-F18 $59 Tuesday October 23 @ Newton South 6–9pm

American Pie Favorites Jeff Klein, Instructor Everybody loves pie, but not everyone can bake a perfect one. This is the perfect pie-making class for beginners or those with limited pie-making experience. Learn the fundamentals of pie baking: from perfect buttery crust to fillings to delicious sugar-crumbled toppings. We’ll bake three kinds of pie from scratch in class: apple, pumpkin, and pecan; we’ll incorporate lattice work and vents in the crust, and brush our pies with egg and sugar to make them shine like the mouth-watering ones displayed in bakery windows. Bring a $25 food fee payable to the instructor. Also bring a large mixing bowl, containers to carry pies home, and a pie pan if you have one.

F702-F18 $89 Wednesday November 14 & Thursday November 15 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm Jeff is a great, fun, engaging and friendly instructor, and he knows the material well.

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Sandra Frezza, Instructor Decorate your own cake, and it will taste better than anything you can buy in a store. Get step-by-step instructions to master the art of cake decorating. We’ll review how to make buttercream frosting, as you level, fill, and frost. You’ll learn to embellish your cakes with stars, rosettes, seashells, drop flowers, and leaves. And you’ll get tips on how to hold the decorating bag to apply just the right amount of pressure while piping. Bring a single-layer cake (six- or seven-inch round, two-three inches in height) and a cake carrier or box to transport your finished product. Frosting, supplies, and handouts provided. You’ll take home decorating tools, plus your beautiful cake creation. Bring an apron and a $20 materials fee payable to the instructor.

F698-F18 $55 Monday October 15 @ Newton South 6–9pm

Halloween Cupcake Decorating 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! Bring a $20 materials fee payable to the instructor.

F220-F18 $45 Monday October 29 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

Get Hooked on Mah Jongg

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Mara Nislick, Instructor 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’re bringing your own Mah Jongg set, let us know when you register; if needed, our instructor can make sure it’s complete. Bring a $9 materials fee payable to the instructor in class for a Mah Jongg card.

Z115-F18 $119 4 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10am–12pm September 27–October 18 What did I like most? Besides my classmates, Mara is patient and soooo helpful. I look forward to the next level class.

Mah Jongg: Beyond Beginner Mara Nislick, Instructor You’ve got the basics down, now join us to grow your knowledge of the game and work on strategy—both defensive and offensive play. Each session will include instruction and supervised play. If you’re bringing your own Mah Jongg set, let us know when you register; if needed, our instructor can make sure it’s complete. Also let us know if you need a Mah Jongg card; you may purchase one from the instructor for $9.

Z116-F18 $135 5 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–9pm September 20–October 18

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Your Legacy Story Cindy Marshall, Instructor Your values—such as generosity, kindness, or social action—are important to you. Learn how to pass them on to younger generations through storytelling. Our instructor will use prompts to help you recall significant moments along your life’s journey, and from there you’ll develop anecdotes that you can tell others, which can form the basis of your longer story. In our group setting, we’ll take inspiration from each other as we bring out our stories and what’s most important to each of us to pass on.

Z120-F18 $69 3 Tuesdays @ Russian School of Math 10:30am–12pm September 25–October 9 See Story Slam with Cindy Marshall on page 29 in our Music & Theatre Arts category.

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Tell Me A Story Cindy Marshall, Instructor Are you stumped when young children ask for a story? Learn to engage your listeners so they become part of the story-making process. Fueled by their imaginations, you become the story guide and the children its major players. Your stories can build their literacy skills and help you bond together over bedtime, or at any time. You’ll learn about basic story structures; get tips to invent your own version of a simple folktale; and gain techniques for acting out narratives by using different character voices and gestures, or singing silly refrains.

Z121-F18 $49 2 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10–11:30am October 25 & November 1

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Bridge Classes Sign up with a friend and save $10 each! Just change the quantity at checkout.

Bridge for Beginners Ru Terajewicz, Instructor Bridge is great for your brain; it’s an exciting game of logic and deductive reasoning, and it’s also lots of fun. Make the investment to learn, and you’ll enjoy years of entertainment, mental challenge, and the chance to make new friends. Come learn the basics of the game, including how to bid, play, and defend a hand; we’ll also go over the principles of modern bidding. This is a beginner class, but is also open to players who’d like a refresher course. Bring a $10 materials fee for Bridge Basics 1, payable to the instructor.

Z108-F18 $185/Single; $350/Pair 7 Tuesdays @ Newton South 5–7pm September 25–November 20 No class Oct 23 & Nov 13 New

Bridge-Competitive Bidding Ru Terajewicz, Instructor In a typical session of duplicate bridge, the majority of auctions are competitive, so more match points are won and lost in competitive auctions than in uncontested auctions. This course covers the concepts needed when both sides are bidding for the contract. It introduces the basic competitive bidding tools - preemptive opening bids, overcalls, and takeout doubles - as used in today’s game. It uses Audrey Grant’s text, Bridge Basics 2 - Competitive Bidding. We’ll play several practice deals in each session. This class is for students who have taken a beginner course or have comparable experience. A $10 materials fee for Bridge Basics textbook is payable to the instructor in class.

Z119-F18 $185/Single; $350/Pair 7 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7:15–9:15pm September 25–November 20 No class Oct 23 & Nov 13 16

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Give the Gift of Learning

Go to Cuba (for real or not)

Stumped for the perfect gift? Treat a friend or family member to an NCE class so they can do what they love or learn something new. We have gift certificates in any amount you choose.

Laura Quincy Jones, Instructor

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Artists, Anti-Semitism, & The Holocaust Robert Solomon, Instructor In the1930s as anti-Semitism peaked in America, three Jewish New York School painters coordinated an effort to express their feelings through their work. Adolph Gottlieb, Mark Rothko, and Barnett Newman used Greek Mythology, as well as American Indian and Christian iconographies, to express the horror of the European condition under Hitler. Join us for an interactive discussion of works by these artists that you’ve likely never seen.

Z252-F18 $39 Wednesday November 7 @ Newton South 7–9pm

Car Maintenance 101 Arthur Kadehjian, 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.

Z105-F18 $65 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:30pm October 16–November 6

There’s more to Cuba than old cars and cigars. If you’re planning a trip there or are just curious about the culture, join us. We’ll discuss how to initiate the traveling process and what is and is not legal when you’re there. You’ll learn about how Cubans manage day-to-day challenges with resourcefulness and resilience. We’ll view select samples of Cuban artwork—from museum pieces to street murals—and you’ll hear about art tours, our instructor’s specialty. If you’re not planning a trip to Cuba, you can still experience its sights and sounds from the comfort of our classroom, and appreciate learning more about this country’s cultural gems.

R320-F18 $35/solo; $$60/pair Thursday November 15 @ Newton South 7–8:30pm

Travel Planning Tips & Tricks Christine Stewart, Instructor Do you love to travel, but dread the planning? Are you bewildered by ever changing airfares, wondering if a hotel or an Airbnb is right for you, not sure who to trust on Trip Advisor? This class will de-mystify fluctuating air rates and help to guide you through the labyrinth of choices currently available on the Internet. You’ll learn how far in advance to begin your travel planning, and what questions to ask when choosing destinations, airlines, accommodations, tour operators, and cruise lines. Whether you travel for business, pleasure or both you’ll learn how to maximize your travel budget and minimize your stress. We’ll also discuss the “dos and don’ts” of international travel and you’ll be left with a list of resources for information on aircraft statistics, hotels, baggage allowances, and more.

R319-F18 $45 Monday October 22 @ Newton South 7–9pm Christine was great... She facilitated lots of interaction among class members as well. Bring her back to teach again!!

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Chess Strategy

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Ross Eldridge, Instructor

Intermediate Poker

You already know the basics of chess, how to set up the chess pieces and how the pieces move—are you ready to go to the next level? We will examine opening principles and simple endgames, and learn about notation for reading (and writing) games. We’ll review illustrative games, and delve into tactics and strategy. Novice players: you are welcome as long as you have a basic understanding of chess.

Tom Gonsiorowski, Instructor

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Covers all basics that recreational boaters must know: types of boats, required boating equipment, trip planning and preparation, marine environment, safe boat operation, emergency preparedness, and personal watercraft safety. Taught by certified instructors from the US Power Squadron, a national non-profit organization dedicated to promoting safe boating. This course is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and recognized by the US Coast Guard.

R307-F18-1 $129 6 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10:15–11:45am October 4–November 8 R307-F18-2 $115 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm October 4–25

After successful completion of the course, you’ll receive a safe boater certificate accepted by MA, NH, RI, ME, CT, VT, and many other states. MA & ME require a certificate for personal watercraft operators under age 18.

Bike Repair & Maintenance

R239-F18 $124/No discounts 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9:30pm September 25–November 13 ime yt

Farina’s Bicycle Center staff, Instructors Don’t get stranded with a flat tire, broken chain, or loose nut. Learn basic maintenance and roadside repairs in a fun, non-intimidating environment. You’ll use in-store bikes to 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. (You’ll receive a coupon worth 10% off accessories purchased on the day of class.)

I was a beginner but I feel I learned a lot even with the others having much more knowledge and experience with chess

Texas Hold ‘Em: Learn to Play Poker Jody Kessler, Instructor Most people think poker is all about gambling, but it’s not. It’s a game of skill and strategy that takes practice. Learn to play the most popular style of poker found at casinos and played at home: Texas Hold ‘Em. First you’ll learn the rules; then, the etiquette, lingo, strategies, and how to analyze your hand. You’ll get plenty of practice playing in class, so make sure you bring your poker face!

Jody Kessler, Instructor How’s your poker face? Join us to learn advanced strategy for cash and tournament play. We’ll discuss bet sizing, board texture, odds, and how to figure out your opponent’s range. We’ll also have plenty of time for play. This is not a beginners’ class; you must have played poker before and already know the basics of the game. We’re betting you’ll be a winner after you join us. Cards and chips for in-class games will be provided.

R216-F18 $125 6 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm October 3–November 7

Historic Burying Ground Walk

America’s Boating Course

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Historic Newton staff, Instructors The East Parish Burying Ground dates back to 1660 and serves as the resting place of Newton’s founding families. Explore this community resource and learn about Newton’s history with our expert guide and educator from Historic Newton. You’ll get up close to headstones and footstones for insight into various styles of gravestone art, hear stories about those memorialized here, and learn about the lives of those whose final resting places are unmarked. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather; the walk takes place in light rain. Weather cancellations will be posted on Historic Newton’s website by 11am on tour day, or you can call 617-7961450. Directions emailed to registered students.

R315-F18 $16 Sunday September 16 @ Newton 2–3pm

Cards and chips for in-class games, and handouts for practice at home will be provided.

R294-F18 $95 4 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm October 9–30

Spend more time outside this fall. See page 39 for our Arboretum Walking Tour, Sustainable Gardening, and Name That Tree classes.

R100-F18 $45 Saturday September 29 @ Farina’s Bicycle Center 9:15–11:15am

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Day Trips with NCE Endless Byways Travel, Tour Guides Ride in style to destinations hand-picked by super tour guides Joe & Martha. Our spring trips were so popular that we’ve expanded our offerings for this fall. Seating is limited, so sign up today.

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Lower Manhattan & Brooklyn

Cruise with us by coach to Connecticut. We’ll start in Hartford for a guided tour of Mark Twain’s home (named as one of the ten best historic homes in the world by National Geographic), where he spent what he later called the happiest and most productive years of his life. We’ll continue to Old Saybrook, Connecticut’s oldest shoreline town, where you’ll grab a bite, stroll, and shop along Main Street. (It’s here that Hartford native Katherine Hepburn once lived and peddled her bike around town.) Our final stop is in the village of Old Lyme to visit the Florence Griswold Museum, the setting for one of the largest art colonies in early 20th century America. Centered in the boardinghouse of Miss Griswold, the colony attracted many artists from the Tonalist and Impressionist movements. We’ll tour the house, gallery, and grounds before we head north along the shore.

R316-F18 $139/includes all admission fees & gratuities Saturday October 20 @ Newton North 8am–9pm

Let someone else do the driving to the one and only New York City! Our first stop is Chelsea Market, one of the best indoor food markets there is. We’ll travel a short way to visit the inspirational 9/11 Memorial and Museum at Ground Zero. Its twin reflecting pools sit within the footprints where the Twin Towers stood, and feature the largest man-made waterfalls in North America. Next, we’ll cross the famed Brooklyn Bridge and visit its 85-acre riverfront park, which offers spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline. We’ll walk the pier, and learn about the iconic bridge and the borough of Brooklyn. We’ll stop at a rest stop on the way home for a break and a bite to eat. Security screening is mandatory for all visitors who wish to enter the Memorial Museum; this will include screening of all bags, equipment, and belongings. More information will be emailed with your registration confirmation.

R317-F18 $145/includes all site visits, admission fees, & gratuities Saturday November 10 @ Newton North 7am–10pm

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Christmas in Newport Get in the Christmas spirit as we visit three of Newport’s most elegant mansions decked out for the holidays. We’ll tour the grandest of these summer “cottages,” The Breakers, a 70-room mansion built for Cornelius Vanderbilt and his family, considered one of America’s finest examples of the Gilded Age. We’ll also visit two nearby mansions, Marble House, and The Elms, with its thousands of holiday poinsettia plants, evergreens, wreaths, and fresh flowers. We’ll have lunch on our own in historic downtown Newport, and then conclude our trip with drives past the scene of the America’s Cup race, The International Tennis Hall of Fame, and Hammersmith Farm, the childhood home of Jacqueline Bouvier and location of her wedding reception to JFK.

R318-F18 $139/includes all mansion admission fees & gratuities Saturday December 8 @ Newton North 8am–8pm

Best day trip I have ever been on. Leaders were great and interacted with everyone. They were knowledgeable and careful planners. Also, the group of people I traveled with were engaging and interesting Registration is required at least 14 days before the trip date. Trip takes place rain or shine. Directions to departure spot and free parking in Newtonville emailed to registered students. The motorcoach has a restroom and wifi. Register up to four people at once by changing the quantity on the Checkout page.

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Dance & Fitness

Dance & Fitness Please check with your physician if you have any concerns before starting any program of physical activity. You’ll be asked to sign a liability waiver before you participate in our classes. New

Come Back to Dance Kate Bresee, Instructor Where have you been all these years? We know you love to dance. Get back in the groove in this refresher class. You’ll get a real dancer’s workout, starting with warmup stretches and strengthening moves, and progressing to combinations that have you crossing the floor, traveling throughout the space, and claiming your creativity and freedom to express yourself. Enjoy some great music as you practice your floorwork, and prepare for a workout as you regain your moves. Beginners welcome too! Wear comfortable clothing; we will be dancing with bare feet.

D290-F18 $109 6 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:30pm October 3–November 14 No class October 31

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Burlesque Dance

Chair Barre Workout

Maureen McAnulty, Instructor

Jesse Ohrenberger, Instructor

For girls only: dance out all your inhibitions! In this class, everyone is a glamorous dancer. You’ll learn the foundations of burlesque dance, as well as basic jazz and cabaret moves using boas and gloves. Increase your confidence, meet new friends, freely express yourself, and have a blast with burlesque. All levels welcome; no stripping required. ;)

Pull up a chair and join us. In this class you’ll use a chair as a ballet barre for stability, as you stretch, tone, lengthen, and strengthen your muscles, and tighten your core. We’ll begin with a free-standing warmup, then go to your “barre” for a series of toning exercises. We’ll also use a mat for body/weight resistance work and a cool down. This is a great low-impact way to get fit, and you’ll never look at a chair the same way again.

Wear comfortable clothes and either socks or character shoes. Or dance barefoot, if you so choose.

D289-F18 $129 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7:15–8:15pm September 25–November 20 No class November 13

Bring a water bottle and a yoga mat.

D291-F18 $129 8 Mondays @ Newton South 8–9pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12

Belly Dancing Amanda “Hanan” Leone, Instructor Shake, strut, and shimmy to the captivating music of the Middle East. This beautiful dance form is great for improving your posture and flexibility, and perhaps stretching you as a dancer too. We’ll work on basic posture; Middle Eastern rhythms; arm and leg movements including hip circles, figure 8’s, shimmies, and undulations; and the art of dancing with a veil. All levels welcome; all ages and body types are encouraged to join the fun. Wear a fitted top and leggings or loose pants in which you can move comfortably. Bare feet or ballet slippers are best for this class.

D203-F18 $119 7 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:45–7:45pm October 9–November 20 This is the fourth belly dancing course I am taking with Hanan. She is a wonderful teacher and I love studying with her.

BollyX: The Bollywood Workout Purnima Thakre, Instructor 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 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. Wear comfortable clothing; bring a water bottle and clean shoes to change into.

D243-F18 $129 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:40–8:40pm September 26–November 14

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Zumba!

Social Ballroom Dance

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Janelle Conway & Maggie Galvin, Instructors

TBA, Instructor

Core Strengthening to Prevent Low Back Injuries

Enjoy the pulsating rhythms of Latininspired 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 caloric output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning. Best of all, you can enjoy the experience even if you don’t know how to dance. Get fit. Have fun. Zumba! Bring a water bottle and your athletic shoes to change into.

D242-F18-M $129 (Conway) 8 Mondays @ Newton South 7–8pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12 D242-F18-Tu $69 (Galvin) 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:50–8:40pm October 23–November 13

Argentine Tango for Beginners Roger Wood, Instructor Argentine Tango began in the early 1900s in Buenos Aires, and its popularity has since spread worldwide. Tango is best known for its outward display of romance and sensuality. What’s less known—and more appreciated by Tango dancers themselves—are the experiences of intimate connection in movement and in stillness: the feeling of “Two dancing as One.” You’ll learn the essentials of Salon Tango (social dance), involving posture, connected movement with a partner, and dance patterns. We’ll learn a little about tango music as well. All levels welcome. Leather soled shoes are recommended.

D211-F18 $109/Solo; $175/Couple 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7:30–9pm October 3–24

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. Class is suitable for those with little or no ballroom experience, or for more experienced dancers who’d like a refresher. Bring a change of shoes that will spin but not slip on a wood floor.

D210-F18 $209/Couple 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–8pm September 27–November 15

Swing Dance TBA, Instructor 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 experience is necessary. Bring a change of shoes that will spin, but not slip on a wood floor.

4 sessions $135/Pair @ Newton North 8-9pm D205-F18 Sept 27-Oct 18 (Beginners) D206-F18 Oct 25-Nov 15 (Beyond Beginners)

Hula Hoop Workout Tina McCourt, Instructor Shake your body! Hula hooping is a challenging exercise that gets you in great shape without you knowing you’re even trying. We’ll warm-up with yoga stretches, cardio challenges, and hoops. Then we’ll learn tricks to strengthen our hooping skills. At the end we’ll have a choreographed set linking our tricks into a routine. Our instructor will provide hoops; additional hoops are available for purchase in class. No experience necessary. Wear exercise clothes and bring a water bottle.

D286-F18 $75 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:50–8:45pm September 25–October 16

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Drew Lowey, Instructor If your back bothers you, you are not alone! Strengthen your core and you can prevent and reduce lower back pain. In this single-session class you’ll learn four or five core exercises that can ease your back pain. You’ll learn what your core is, how to safely strengthen it, and how to establish a routine. As you build core strength, you’ll lessen stress on your lower vertebrae and protect your spine against future injury. Bring a mat and wear clothes you can move in.

D288-F18 $39 Tuesday October 2 @ Newton South 6:30–8pm

Power 8: Strength & Flexibility Exercises John Deming, Instructor Simple exercises done daily will improve your posture, core strength, and flexibility. You’ll learn a set of twelve sequential exercises designed to be done in ten to fifteen minutes. Don’t you have that short amount of time to spend on yourself? We’ll leave time to answer your individual questions and suggest exercise modifications and adaptations when necessary. Bring a mat as the first half of the exercises are performed on your back and wear comfortable clothes; you’ll be working out in socks.

D282-F18 $65 3 Mondays @ Newton North 6:45–7:45pm September 17–October 1

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Boxing Fitness

Gretchen Friend, Instructor

Brian Scagliola & Nonantum Boxing Club staff, Instructors

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.

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 tip-top 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. This class is not intended for first-time exercisers.

Wear sneakers and comfortable clothes, and bring a mat. Hand weights are provided. Course is continuous through mid-June: start at any time and come once or twice a week. Directions emailed to registered students.

D105-F18 $35/8 sessions; $50/16 sessions No discounts Mondays & Thursdays @ Waban 9:15–10:05am October 1–December 31

Mat Pilates: Beginners Elena Swaddipong, Instructor You probably know this by now, but it’s all about your core. Strengthen those abdominal muscles with Pilates. In this class, you’ll use muscle control, breathing techniques, and postural alignment to strengthen your whole body. This exercise and strength-training regimen focuses on the core, but your arms and legs will get quite the workout too, and with regular practice you’ll develop better posture and flexibility. While Pilates is often done with machines, we’ll cover classical mat Pilates using six important principles: centering, concentration, control, precision, breath, and flow. This class is perfect for beginning students. Bring a mat and a water bottle.

D285-F18 $119 8 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–8pm September 27–November 15 For Yoga classes and more, see our Mind, Body, & Soul category, page 25.

Tennis: Beginner John K. Reale, Instructor Learning to play tennis is a lot easier than you think. This class is designed especially for beginners who’ve never taken lessons before. You’ll learn tennis grips; proper form; and stroke techniques for forehand, backhand, volley, and serve. We’ll work on court positioning, rules, scoring, and “netiquette”.

Bring hand wraps, a water bottle, and towel. The facility will provide gloves if you need them, but our instructor recommends that you buy your own. No protective gear is needed. Directions emailed to registered students.

D102-F18 $138 8 Mondays @ Nonantum Boxing Club 7:30–9pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12

Bring a racket and nine tennis balls (three cans).

D116-F18 $159 6 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8pm September 25–October 30

Tennis: Beyond Beginner John K. Reale, Instructor Hone your skills and work on your technique so you are ready to get on the courts. 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. Bring a racket and nine tennis balls (three cans).

D117-F18 $159 6 Tuesdays @ Newton North 8–9pm September 25–October 30 The teacher was very nice and patient! Good to meet people who have the same interests from local community.

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The Healing Power of Sound Malabika Shaw, Instructor Sound is the bridge between energy and matter, the seed of creation. Sound vibrations have the unique ability to shift consciousness. Ongoing research is revealing the amazing power of sound in releasing stress, healing, bringing harmony, and freeing our creative potential. Learn healing sounds that clear your chakras (energy centers) and uplift you. Embed your intentions in sound to transform energy. We are all blessed with a voice; join us and learn the first steps to unleash its creative magic.

Mindfulness & Positive Psychology

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Jeanne Mayell, Instructor Learn to meditate in a way that is easy and relaxing. Mindful meditation makes you happier, boosts your immune system, and changes your brain in a wonderful way. It also makes you more intuitive, alert, and in need of less sleep; it even improves your relationships. Our instructor will help you to relax so that you’ll feel like you took a vacation each week. Each session we will have a half-hour meditation followed by a loving kindness affirmation, some powerful healing visioning, and positive psychology techniques to change your brain to a happier, more authentic and fulfilled you.

P248-F18 $39 Tuesday October 23 @ Newton South 7–9pm

P144-F18 $125 6 Tuesdays @ Russian School of Math 10–11:30am September 25–October 30

Tap Away Stress

Control Your Food Cravings

Holli Bassin, Instructor Experience emotional freedom using your own fingertips. Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) involves tapping your body’s energy points in order to alleviate stress. It’s a simple technique that has been around for over 5,000 years, and anyone can learn to do it. It’s been used for war veterans with PTSD, for stress and trauma relief with survivors of the genocide in Rwanda, and for the Newtown Stress and Trauma Relief Project. Learn this technique and you can apply it to yourself whenever and wherever you want for relief from your stress.

P146-F18 $39 Monday October 29 @ Newton South 7–9pm

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 and 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.

P150-F18 $35 Tuesday October 16 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm

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Why Do I Do That? Judith Swack, Instructor If you’re starting to recognize behavior patterns in yourself that you’d like to correct, you’ll benefit from this seminar. We can help you get unstuck; learn to act how you know you should; and free yourself from deep-rooted fears, phobias, and traumas that you can’t talk yourself out of. When you keep repeating the same mistakes over and over again despite your best efforts to correct them, you are experiencing unconscious self-sabotage. Join us to learn powerful yet easy-to-use techniques (including Emotional Freedom Technique, or EFT), for communicating directly with your unconscious mind and body, releasing unwanted emotions and self-sabotaging behaviors, and better appreciating the one person you are always with.

P168-F18 $65 2 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–9pm October 4 & 11 New

The Energy That Is You Malabika Shaw, Instructor You are pure energy. Your unique energy blueprint contains the key both to your well-being and to the patterns that may block your creative impulses. Join us and learn to bring your energy field into your everyday consciousness. You’ll learn elegant, mind-body energy techniques that will help you discover the source of your inner stability, recognize energy blocks, and develop tools to change course when needed. With practice, you can incorporate these techniques into your daily life so you remain strongly anchored and balanced in the face of outer disturbances.

P245-F18 $39 Tuesday October 2 @ Newton South 7–9pm

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Crystal Power Elizabeth Colburn-Moraites, Instructor Enter the crystal kingdom and enhance your mind, body, and spirit. Crystals and stones are more than just rocks—they’re gifts from nature, and each one has numerous benefits. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to work with crystal energy. Working with our instructor’s healing stones and crystals, we’ll discuss the seven chakras, zodiac stones, how to shop for crystals and stones, and ways to use crystals for your own spiritual growth and healing. Sign up with a friend and save $5 each. Discount appears at checkout. Bring a notebook and wear comfortable clothing.

Instant Intuition & Tarot

P194-F18 $39/Solo Monday October 1 @ Newton North 6:30–9pm ime yt

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. Sign up with a friend and save $5 each. Discount appears at checkout. Bring a Thoth tarot deck or any deck that speaks to you, or buy a large size for $30 in class.

P136-F18 $45/Solo Tuesday November 6 @ Russian School of Math 10am–12:30pm

Stress Less — Learn to Meditate

Where Is This Relationship Going?

Richard Geller, Instructor

Judith Swack, Instructor

Reduce stress and improve your health through meditation. Learn different techniques and strategies for integrating meditation into your daily work and life. We’ll practice over 10 powerful meditation techniques including breath focus, bodyscan relaxation, standing and walking meditation, Tai-Chi and Chi-Kung beginning practice, sound and mantra meditation, visualization practice, and mindfulness meditation. At the end of this class, you’ll be able to practice meditation any time and anywhere stress occurs, and immediately feel the benefits.

Whether you’ve just entered the dating scene or have hit a bump in the road in your marriage, learn seven secrets to a successful relationship. 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 about important criteria for creating a successful, happy partnership, and common assumptions that can hurt it. You’ll leave class with a better understanding of romantic relationships, and discover the surprisingly simple keys to maintaining an intimate and healthy connection.

P469-F18 $65 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–8pm October 18–November 8

The Path to Positive Change Jennifer Keefe, Instructor Research shows that we are happiest, and live longer when we have a powerful sense of purpose. Join us to learn how you can start making change in your life, to create more peace, love, and compassion within your own personal and work environments, and extending to the world at large. From a mix of science, mind-body medicine, and wisdom from ancient cultures, you’ll learn techniques to help you become the best version of yourself on a regular basis. Learn practices to help you soothe your mind and body and live in harmony with your physical environment. Expect to leave class feeling better about yourself and empowered to improve your relationships with others.

P897-F18 $129 6 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm October 10–November 14

P349-F18 $65 2 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–9pm October 25 & November 1 I enjoyed the presenter’s humorous approach to teaching.

Mastering the Art of Wholeness Lauren Mackler, Instructor Many people spend years waiting for another person to complete them. Others settle for unfulfilling relationships out of fear of being alone. Join us and learn about a groundbreaking roadmap to help you achieve a greater sense of wholeness and self-awareness—whether you’re living life on your own or in a relationship. Mastering the art of wholeness is about shedding old, self-defeating patterns, retrieving your “lost parts”, and more fully becoming the person you were born to be. For individuals who are single or divorced, or for anyone seeking greater independence within their partnership.

P984-F18 $35 Thursday November 15 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm

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Finding Love Through Online Dating

Verbal Self-Defense

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Rona Fischman, Instructor

Susan Trotter, Instructor

Did you avoid talking to your disagreeable relative over the holidays? Were you sparring with someone over touchy subjects? Learn techniques for setting respectful limits with someone you work with, someone in your family, or someone you see regularly in your neighborhood. How you respectfully discuss ideas with people you disagree with varies based on your own verbal style. We’ll practice ways to maintain your integrity while avoiding an argument with someone you disagree with. By the end of the program, you’ll have several go-to techniques to increase your chances of successful dialogue. This class is an intro to Active Bystander Training. Sign up for both classes and we’ll give you a $10 discount.

White People Challenging Racism

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’ll learn 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’ll walk away more optimistic, confident, and open to possibilities, in your search for love.

P890-F18 $39 Thursday November 8 @ Newton North 7–9pm New

Happier From the Inside Out

Y240-F18 $45 Tuesday October 23 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Kim Childs, Instructor Discover how positive psychology, aka the “science of happiness,” can bring you greater optimism, resilience, and well-being. Learn the practice of Appreciative Inquiry, which directs your thoughts and attention toward what’s going well and what’s possible, and can energize and inspire you to recover from hardships and take action toward your desires. You’ll learn techniques that can help re-shape the neural pathways in your brain and brighten your outlook on life. You’ll practice in class with guided meditations, written exercises, discussion, and coaching, and “homework” will be assigned to help you ground these practices. Bring a journal or notebook and a pen.

Y255-F18 $65 2 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 27 & October 4

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Active Bystander Training Rona Fischman, Instructor Given your physical type and presentation, gender, race, social status, and geographic location, there are better and worse ways to intervene in a conflict situation. You’ll learn to identify circumstances that require intervention and your particular go-to interventions. But this isn’t just theory, you’ll practice a variety of effective tactics to discover what works best for you. Come prepared to work through a variety of situations within our group. We highly recommend taking Verbal Self-Defense before this class, and we’ll give you a $10 discount if you sign up for both! Discount appears at checkout.

Y241-F18 $45 Tuesday October 30 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Lavette Coney & Michelle Chalmers, Instructors People of all heritages/identities are welcome to join us as we focus on the role of white people in dismantling racism and building a just society. We’ll examine the impact of white privilege and how being unaware of that advantage helps perpetuate racism and racial tension. We’ll discuss short readings and share everyday situations in which we did not speak up effectively against racial bias. Using role-playing, we’ll work out effective ways to respond. You’ll develop specific plans for challenging racism in your workplace, organizations, community, and personal circles. We’ll figure out ways to find other people in your life who can provide support and serve as allies in your efforts.

Y256-F18 $85 5 Mondays @ Newton North 7–9pm October 15–November 19 No class November 12

Women’s Empowerment Self-Defense Beth Capotosto, Instructor Arm yourself with tools and techniques to make empowering choices about your own safety. Discover how to strengthen your personal boundaries and awareness skills. You’ll learn effective defensive counter attacks, powerful street-fighting moves, and about safety strategies through exploring current information on gender-based violence. Wear sneakers and comfortable clothing.

Y254-F18 $109 3 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm October 22–November 5

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Gentle Yoga: Beginners & Beyond

Kripalu Yoga

Yoga and Your Anatomy

Diann Siegel, Instructor

Ben Cohen, Instructor

Many people shy away from yoga, mistakenly thinking “I’m not flexible, so I can’t do yoga”. 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. This class is suitable for beginning and intermediate students.

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.

Bring a yoga mat and a blanket to class.

Y104-F18 $155 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 5–6:15pm September 25–November 20 No class November 13

Why can some people’s legs open to nearly a 180 degree split in seated angle pose, and yours won’t even spread to 90 degrees? It’s not all skill and practice—a lot of it has to do with anatomy. Individual variation in bone structure can cause dramatic differences in joint range of motion. Learn to identify tension versus compression and discover how these sensations relate to how your body experiences yoga positions. We’ll discuss how to know when it is appropriate to go deeper into a pose and when it’s time to back off, so you can better understand and honor your natural limits. You’ll be guided through joint range of movement exercises and a sequence of yoga postures to help you feel the anatomical concepts discussed.

Y141-F18 $155 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:45–8pm October 3–November 28 No class November 21

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

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Y206-F18 $39 Tuesday November 13 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Barbara Perlo, Instructor Relax and refresh to start your day. We’ll start this gentle yoga class with stretching, breathing, and guided relaxation. You’ll learn traditional yoga poses, with modifications to make them accessible to everyone. You’ll practice yogic breathing, gain flexibility and strength, and find new ways to be at ease in your body and mind. Our instructor will provide individualized instruction for each student. All levels welcome. Bring a yoga mat to class. Directions emailed to registered students.

Good content + good instructor = Great course

Y101-F18-W-AM $159 11 Wednesdays @ Newton 8:45–9:45am September 25–December 5

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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 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. Tuition includes one private lesson outside of class.

Y103-F18 $55 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm October 3 & 10 Jill is practical and onpoint with our needs.

In 1978, a group of senior citizens created Lifetime Learning (LTL) to provide fellow seniors with opportunities to stimulate their minds and enjoy meaningful activities with others. 39 years later, LTL still offers a high quality program, including our Classical Music Performance Series, with weekly live concerts by outstanding musical ensembles, and the Distinguished Speaker Series, which features experts presenting on interesting and timely topics. Our course series continues with new, inspiring offerings. Please see our website or call us at 617-559-6999 for a flyer with detailed information about this fall’s program. We hope you’ll join us!

T105-F18 $100 (plus $6 registration fee) 6 Mondays @ Temple Shalom 10am–12:30pm October 15 – November 19 Program will be held on November 12, Veterans Day.

First Aid for Grandparents

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AllenKingsley staff, Instructors If you’re a grandparent caring for kids, you need to know how to respond in case of a first-aid emergency. Much has changed since you may have used first aid with your own children. 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. We’ll learn about allergies and epipens too. You’ll receive American Heart certifications upon successful completion of this course. There are no discounts available for this class.

Y237-F18 $99 2 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10:15–11:45am November 8 & 15

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Intro to Reiki

Jill Geiger, Instructor

Lifetime Learning

Alexander Technique: Improve Posture & Relieve Pain

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Rita Beckman, Instructor Reiki 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. Optional sample treatments may be available at the end of class. Directions emailed to enrolled students. Continuing Education credits available for nurses.

Y139-F18 $65 Sunday September 30 @ Newton 10am–12pm

Reiki: Level 1 Certification

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Rita Beckman, Instructor

Music & Theatre Arts

Join us to become a Reiki professional, or learn Reiki for self-healing or to use with friends, family, or pets. 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. By enrolling in this course, you are signed up for both the Intro to Reiki class from 10am-12pm and the Reiki Level 1 Certification class from 1-6pm.

Piano for Beginners

Wear comfortable clothes and bring a notebook. Continuing Education credits available for mental health professionals and nurses. Directions emailed to registered students.

Keyboards, handouts, and music scores provided.

Y140-F18 $165 Sunday September 30 @ Newton 10am–6pm

Izabella Djevalikian, Instructor It’s never too late to learn the piano. Unlike the complicated and lengthy traditional instruction methods, our instructor has a method with quick results. You’ll be able to play basic songs after just a few lessons. We’ll teach piano fundamentals: keyboard, music notation, note reading, time signature and rhythm, and treble and bass clefs, while helping you build a simple repertoire. You’ll discover that piano is not only fun to play, but also intellectually and socially rewarding.

M152-F18 $139 8 Thursdays @ Newton South 5:30–6:30pm September 20–November 8 Izabella has an excellent method for adults to learn to play piano and read music without feeling overwhelmed. Her pace is good, she is encouraging and most of all, I am learning and really enjoying myself!

Piano: Beyond Beginner Izabella Djevalikian, Instructor Take your piano playing to the next level. Join us to increase your repertoire, discover special techniques to add embellishments to your melodies and beauty to your performance. You will learn how dynamics can add color and texture to your playing, and review basic improvisation skills to apply as you play. In addition, we’ll teach you a set of simple music exercises to make your fingers stronger and more flexible for fluent piano playing. Keyboards, printed hand-outs, and music scores provided. Prerequisite: basic piano skills (keyboard, music notation, note reading), or our Piano for Beginners class.

M127-F18 $139 8 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:30–7:30pm September 20–November 8

Piano: Intermediate Izabella Djevalikian, Instructor If you’re a recreational pianist, join us to bring your skills to the next level. We’ll review scales, and work on constructing chords and arrangements to provide accompaniment to a melody. We’ll also explore adding embellishments to your playing to give your performance a unique touch. We’ll play popular and classical music and you’ll learn to play well-known tunes from “Fake books”. Keyboards, music scores, and handouts will be provided. Prerequisite: our Beyond Beginner class or comparable experience.

M164-F18 $139 8 Thursdays @ Newton South 7:30–8:30pm September 20–November 8

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Intro to Guitar

Guitar Jam

Hand Drumming

Arnold Rosen, Instructor

Phil Kaplan, Instructor

The DrumConnection staff, Instructors

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 we play will be determined by students’ interests.

If you love your guitar but are hitting roadblocks and getting frustrated with your playing, just jam with us and have a good time. We’ll work on songs using the techniques covered in our Beginner and Beyond Beginner Guitar classes. The music we play will be determined by the class along with instructor guidance. We’ll work out parts and play riffs that emphasize individual and ensemble chops. Some instruction will be provided. All levels welcome, but prior experience is helpful.

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.

Bring a guitar along with a folder, and a pen.

Bring your guitar.

M106-F18 $129 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8pm September 25–November 13

M783-F18 $99 6 Mondays @ Newton North 7:15–8:30pm September 24–November 5 No class October 8

Guitar: Beyond Beginner Arnold Rosen, Instructor

Play the Ukulele

If you have a strong foundation in guitar, develop your skills further while learning fingerstyle, the technique of playing guitar by plucking the strings with your fingernails or fingertips. You’ll create your own fingerstyle compositions as we explore various musical styles including Delta Blues, Ragtime, Bossa Nova, and Jazz. Grab a guitar and bring it to class with a folder for handouts, and a pen or a pencil, and get ready to play music! Prerequisite: our beginner class or comparable experience.

Arnold Rosen, Instructor

Bring your guitar.

Bring your ukulele.

M339-F18 $129 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 8–9pm September 25–November 13

M470-F18 $129 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7pm September 25–November 13

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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. 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. No experience necessary.

Bring a $5 materials fee for DrumConnection Hand Drumming for Beginners Book, payable to the instructor. Also bring a hand drum of your choice to the first class. You can rent one from DrumConnection (call first: 781-316-8068).

M109-F18 $139 6 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm October 3–November 7

Klezmer Music Ensemble Barry Shapiro, Instructor Fun fact: Baseball’s favorite song, “Take Me Out to the Ball Game”, has roots in klezmer music. Join us for this class to learn other fun melodies from this musical tradition and discover its distinct sound. Literally klay zemer, klezmer means instruments of song and is the traditional music of Eastern European Ashkenazi Jews. It’s mostly played for dancing at happy occasions such as weddings or bar mitzvahs. Working from the Kammen brothers book of music along with some added supplements, we’ll make our own klezmer ensemble. From the first moment of class we’ll be playing and singing, so bring your instrument and prepare to let loose and have fun. All levels and all instruments welcome.

M346-F18 $159 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 8–9:30pm September 27–November 15

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Harmonica for Beginners

Story Slam

Phil Kaplan, Instructor

Cindy Marshall, Instructor

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Bob Dylan: Profile of a Poet Laureate John Clark, Instructor Join us to explore the life and times of American music legend and Nobel laureate, Bob Dylan. We’ll start with his formative years and his roots in traditional country, blues, and folk music; continue through the turbulent 60’s and 70’s when he made his big impact on the music industry and world; and then follow him through the past decade as he toured, recorded, dabbled in film and radio, and was the subject of a feature film and a documentary. Our class will include much discussion and minimal lecture; we’ll analyze lyrics within their historical context as we explore Dylan’s music, aided by PowerPoint presentations showing lyrics, quotes, and photos, along with his great music and videos. Weekly reading assignments and lyric sheets will be emailed to students; optional listening and viewing assignments will be suggested.

M191-F18 $135 5 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm October 2–30

Storytelling competitions and open mics are all the rage, and you can get in on the action. Learn to tell a compelling story based on your own life experiences. We’ll help you put together a five-minute personal story with no notes or memorization needed. We’ll explore story structure and craft, and how to create vivid imagery to draw in your listeners. You’ll hear about opportunities such as the Newton Nomadic Theater, Massmouth, and the national Moth, and you’ll prepare to perform your story at one of the many Boston area story slams and swaps open to amateur tellers. At the final session, we’ll share our stories with family and friends.

M678-F18 $95 4 Mondays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm October 15–November 5 Cindy is teaching Your Legacy Story and Tell Me A Story classes for us this Fall. See page 15 for more information.

Learn to play your favorite tunes and riffs on this simple, take-anywhere instrument that requires no extras—other than what you have in your lungs! We’ll introduce basic skills including proper harmonica positioning in your mouth, and hand techniques to create nuance in your playing. We will also work on breath control and provide 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. 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.

M162-F18 $95 6 Mondays @ Newton North 6–7pm September 24–November 5 No class October 8

Improvisational Acting Judith Kalaora, Instructor Sharpen your comedic skills, timing, and techniques and spark your sense of humor and imagination in a supportive and creative environment. We’ll dig deep into Playback Theatre, a form of improv in which group members tell stories from their lives and perform them on the spot. We’ll practice exercises to evaluate these experiences from different perspectives. You’ll be surprised at the scenes we form as your courage grows and your fears on stage vanish. Come ready to laugh. New and returning students welcome.

M811-F18 $115 5 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 26–October 24

John puts his heart and knowledge into his classes in such an amazing way. Everyone was impressed by his wealth of information, organization of material, and his enthusiasm.

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Broadway Show Tunes

Voice: Intro to Projection & Singing

James Zimmardi, Instructor

M366-F18 $99 4 Mondays @ Newton South 7–9pm October 15–November 5

Kendra Fogg, Instructor Project! Learn how to get your voice out there, whether you’re giving a presentation, singing in church, or belting it out in the car or shower. In our easygoing, low-pressure class, you’ll learn the basics of vocal projection to speak or sing with confidence. You’ll also get a few new songs and speeches under your belt. Finding your voice and learning how to use it is a gift that keeps giving; it can help in all you do.

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Act Up Kelly Fey, Instructor Express yourself—or someone else! Whether you crave stardom or have just toyed with the idea of acting, there’s something in it for you. In this class you’ll learn basic performance techniques through a variety of acting exercises. We’ll start with physical and vocal warm-ups, explore role playing, and practice performing monologues and short scenes. We’ll work on ways to approach and build a character while performing as part of an ensemble. There will also be opportunities for you to perform in front of the class pieces you’ve been practicing throughout the course. So join us, take center stage, and see who you become.

M871-F18 $125 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm October 25–November 15

Bring a yoga mat if you have one and wear comfortable clothes. Each class will start with some easy movement on a yoga mat.

M223-F18 $69 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–7:30pm October 10–November 7 No class October 31 Da

You might not be starring in a Broadway show yet, but anything can happen. Meanwhile, you and your fellow Broadway music lovers can have just as much fun belting out your favorite show tunes in this class. We’ll choose our repertoire as a group, with instructor guidance. You don’t need to be a great singer; you just need to love to sing. You’ll expand your knowledge of musical theatre, build confidence, and strengthen your singing voice as we go, while experiencing the great release that comes from singing. If you love the music from Rent, Hamilton, or oldies like Oklahoma, come sing with us. The class will culminate in an informal in-class performance.

Learn to Read Music Phil Kaplan, Instructor If you’re a music lover but have no musical training, join us to learn the essential tools for understanding and reading music. We’ll cover basic vocabulary, including clefs and note names, and you’ll see how these are used in written music. We’ll also introduce elements of music theory, and review key signatures, scales, and common chords. You’ll even try some ear-training exercises to aid your growing musical understanding. This class is great for those who want to sing in a choir, pick up an instrument, or simply better appreciate music.

M456-F18 $79 5 Tuesdays @ Russian School of Math 11:30am–12:30pm October 2–October 30

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Writing, Speaking, & Literature

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.

M120-F18 $45 Thursday October 18 @ Newton North 7:30–9pm

Your Life, Your Story: Guided Autobiography Dorothea Black, Instructor Have you been meaning to write down some of your life stories and experiences? Writing life stories is an ideal way to appreciate your own life and share valuable history and lessons with your family, friends, and future generations. In this class, we’ll help you recall, organize, and share your life experiences using exercises and prompts that evoke memories of family, work, health, and other common threads in the fabric of life. You’ll develop a record of your personal history, two pages at a time. All levels welcome. Tuition includes a binder with worksheets.

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W194-F18 $135 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm October 18–November 15

Impressionist Composers: Debussy & Ravel

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Richard Knisely, Instructor Enter the impressionist era in music through the works of its twin stars, Claude Debussy and Maurice Ravel. Though their musical styles and personalities were quite different, together they altered the course of music in the 20th century. They created sounds never heard before—ravishing or offending to the listeners of their time, but adored by millions in ours. In this class, we’ll compare and contrast the music of these two great artists, look at the time period in which they composed, and explore their different personal paths.

M196-F18 $149 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 25–November 13

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Guided Autobiography: Next Steps Dorothea Black, Instructor For those who have participated in Your Life, Your Story, this class offers a chance to continue to write down memories two pages at a time and share them with an attentive, encouraging group. We’ll explore new themes and exercises and re-visit familiar themes in more depth. You are welcome to take a self-directed approach or to choose from a wide variety of prompts. We’ll discuss various methods and formats for organizing and sharing stories with family and friends.

Wordcraft: Exercises in Creative Writing Tracy Marks, Instructor Become a wizard of wordcraft and write with greater precision, clarity and originality. Whether you write fiction, nonfiction, poetry or drama, the various creative writing exercises we will do in class can help you perfect your word choice and phrasing. Have fun with language, discover verbal talents you didn’t know you have, and receive constructive feedback on your optional weekly assignments.

W206-F18 $149 5 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:45–9pm October 3–31 Da

Richard Knisely, Instructor

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An Evening with Beethoven

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Write Now! Judith Poole, Instructor Let your pen take the lead, 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. Suggested reading before class: Writing Down the Bones, by Natalie Goldberg

W143-F18 $139 5 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10:15am–12:15pm September 27–October 25

Bring a binder with dividers or another system for organizing writing and handouts.

W208-F18 $135 5 Tuesdays @ Russian School of Math 10am–12pm October 16–November 13

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Talks by distinguished speakers on relevant topics

Thoughtprovoking classes

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Lace up those sneakers! Turn on those taste buds!

Join us for a sumptuous stroll through greater Boston’s greatest food-filled hotspots. Join us for one or more trips. The fees include yummy food and delectable drinks!

Davis Square Food Tour September 29

This Somerville neighborhood has quickly become THE destination for savvy shoppers and foodies. Learn about its rich history, hear stories from local entrepreneurs, and, of course, eat!

F523-F18 $75

J.P. Food and Brew Walking Tour October 14 You can’t get far in J.P. without happening upon an interesting eatery or concept food shop. Our food-tasting stops will be followed by a guided tour and sampling session at a craft microbrewery.

F676-F18 $90

Harvard Square Chocolate Tour October 27 Harvard Square has a flourishing food scene with some of the best chocolate around. We’ll make four to six stops for plenty of treats in less than a mile of walking.

F273-F18 $45

Great connections happen behind the scenes at NCE! Our Innovations Camp Director and adult class tour guide, Chip Piatti, met our Glass teacher, Michel L’Huillier, at our Camp Fair. These two have lots in common—both speak French, Chip is an architect and so is Michel’s wife, and both teach adults and kids for us. So when Chip’s church asked him to design a new stained glass window

for them, of course he thought of Michel. They put their heads together (as you can see), and a beautiful window was conceived and then created by Michel. You might make some great connections here too. Join us and see what happens...

Make your own beautiful glass art in Michel’s class. Adults, page 35; Kids, page 52.

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Publish Your Book... Guaranteed! David Ewen, Instructor What’s the point of being a writer if nobody ever gets to read what you’ve written? Get a publishing professional’s inside perspective on how to self-publish your manuscript and get it onto bookstore shelves, ebook form, and in audiobook. You’ll learn everything you need to know, from designing your book and getting it reviewed, to online marketing, and to arranging your own promotional signing tours.

W132-F18 $55 Wednesday October 24 @ Newton South 6–9pm

Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice: Character and Conflict Tracy Marks, Instructor Whether you have read Pride and Prejudice or have watched any of the film versions, you are likely to enjoy Jane Austen’s ironic humor and appreciate how her characters struggle with obstacles in love. This minicourse will begin with an introduction to life in Regency, England, particularly in regard to lifestyle, romance and marriage. Our focus, however, will be on reading and discussing Pride and Prejudice, as well as viewing and comparing brief clips from several of the film versions. We will pay special attention to character development, especially how the main characters gain self-awareness as a result of conflict. Read the first 15 (short!) chapters before the first class. Recommended edition: The Annotated Pride and Prejudice by Austen and Shapard.

W198-F18 $125 4 Mondays @ Newton North 6:45–9pm September 17–October 22 No class Sept 24 & Oct 8

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Speak with Ease

Frankenstein: Far More than a Horror Story!

Kim Vanaman, Instructor

Tracy Marks, Instructor For Frankenstein’s bicentennial, join us for an in-depth exploration of this fascinating and still-relevant novel. Frankenstein is far more than a horror story—it addresses issues like the responsibility of the scientist/creator/ inventor for the consequences of creation and discovery; how technological progress impacts human moral and emotional development; and, last but not least, discrimination against the deformed, ugly, or maladaptive. We’ll discuss all this and more, with an emphasis on the ethical implications of this timeless work. Read the first six chapters of Frankenstein by the first class. We recommend an annotated version of the book.

W207-F18 $105 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:45–9pm September 27–October 11 No instructor tries harder than Tracy. She takes her work very seriously but in a lad back way. She provides tons of handouts that we can indulge in if we want to learn more but it is not demanded. I think it is impressive and why I keep taking her classes

If you’re like most adults, you clam up when it’s your turn to speak at a meeting or social gathering. Join us and learn a unique approach to improve your public speaking. In our relaxed, supportive classroom, you’ll enjoy fun games and exercises that make it easy for you to work on your skills without stressing over your performance, and inspire you to bring out your inner public speaker. With these tricks in your tool kit, you’ll improve your ability to speak comfortably and dynamically in a variety of settings. If you’re already a confident public speaker and you’re looking to make a career of it, these techniques will bring you to the next level. English language learners welcome.

W196-F18 $79 2 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm October 16 & 23

Words from the Greek: Expanding Our Vocabulary Tracy Marks, Instructor Greek words and word roots permeate the English language and have rich sources of meaning derived from ancient Greek mythology, literature, drama, history, religion and philosophy. Each week you’ll learn about twenty new English words originating from Greek sources such as Homer, Aristotle, Aeschylus, and the Greek historians. Special attention will be paid to the vocabulary of myth and Greek tragedy—words such as hubris, nemesis, and arete, which are especially meaningful today. Not only will you enjoy increasing your vocabulary, you will also deepen your understanding of classical influences upon modern life. Class sessions will include lecture, storytelling, discussion, and film clips.

W184-F18 $105 3 Mondays @ Newton North 6:45–9pm October 29–November 19 No class November 12

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Mosaic Mirror on the Wall Michel L’Huillier, Instructor See your reflection in your own hand-crafted mosaic mirror. In the first class, you’ll choose from a large selection of jewels, beads, and pre-cut glass pieces provided by our instructor, and then learn to cut the pieces with wheeled glass nippers, arrange them, and glue your tiles according to your own unique design. In the second class, you’ll grout your project with one of the many colored grouts provided. Learn the basics of this decorative art, and create a keepsake that loves you back. Bring a $45 materials fee payable to the instructor. Wear closed-toe shoes.

N762-F18 $79 2 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm October 18 & 25

Glass Fusing Workshop Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Turn glass into art as you master the basics of this beautiful craft. You’ll learn glass-fusing 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 or long channel plate, using the learned methods. The finished projects will be available for pickup at the NCE office within a week of class. Materials and tools will be provided. No experience necessary. Teenagers and young adults can register for the workshop if accompanied by a registered participating adult. Bring an $85 materials fee payable to the instructor. Bring safety glasses and wear closed-toe shoes.

N479-F18 $49 Monday October 29 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

Stained Glass Studio

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Michel L’Huillier, Instructor

Wooly Pumpkins

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. 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. Bring a $90 materials fee payable to the instructor in class.

N158-F18 $219 7 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–9:30pm October 3–November 14

Fiber Arts: Felting & Silk Painting Nicole Donson, Instructor Learn to make hand-made textured fabric wearables you admire in boutiques and craft shows. We’ll review the basics of silk painting with dyes, and wet felting, and apply those skills to create one-of-a-kind pieces. We’ll use steam-set dyes to practice silk painting approaches and you’ll design a hand-painted-silk scarf. We’ll also apply soapy water to layers of colorful wool roving to create a bag and a small decorative square. In the last class, we’ll explore Nuno felting, a technique that bonds loose merino roving to sheer silk, chiffon, or gauze fabric, to make a Nuno felted scarf. New and returning students welcome.

Bonnie Lerner, Instructor Boo! It’s time to decorate for Halloween. Use recycled wool sweaters to create beautiful, soft-sculpture, stuffed pumpkins you can use year after year to adorn your front step or dinner table. After you’ve mastered pumpkin-making, you’ll have the skills to design other felted wool items, such as hats and stuffed animals. All tools and materials will be supplied. Sign up with a friend and save $5 each. Discount appears at checkout. Bring a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor.

N327-F18 $45/Solo Wednesday October 24 @ Newton North 6:30–9pm New

Macrame Wall Hangings Marisa Curran, Instructor Use macrame to make beautiful and functional art for your home. You’ll get tips on basic knotting techniques, and then we’ll practice them in class. You’ll start with a simple decorative wall hanging; as we move on to more advanced designs and knots, you’ll create a plant hanger and a larger-sized wall hanging. Materials will be provided. Bring a $20 materials fee payable to the instructor.

N895-F18 $69 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm October 25–November 8

Bring a $35 materials fee payable to the instructor. Wear a smock and bring towels to the last two classes.

N142-F18 $99 3 Thursdays @ Newton South 6–9pm October 18–November 1

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Machine Sewing Workshop

Emily Williams, Instructor

Talia Lefton, Mosesian Center for the Arts staff, Instructor

Creating quilts by machine allows you to show off 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, but beginning quilters welcome. New and returning students welcome too.

Dust off your sewing machine and find out what it—and you—can do. You’ll learn to properly thread your machine, wind your bobbin, use the presser feet, and differentiate stitch widths and lengths. You’ll also practice an easy alteration or two and learn how to read and cut a commercial pattern. We’ll sew some simple projects like an infinity scarf, lined tote bag, and/or zippered pouch, and you’ll be well on your way to tackle more complex projects on your own. This class is for beginning sewers or more experienced ones who need a refresher course.

Bring your machine with its manual to class, and accessories including a seam ripper, small scissors, good cotton thread, bobbins that fit your machine, and machine needles (sizes 11 and 14).

N593-F18 $145 6 Mondays @ Newton South 6:45–8:45pm September 24–November 5 No class October 8 I liked that we had the opportunity to work on projects and share tips with each other.

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Knitting Workshop 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. Bring a pattern, knitting needles, and yarn to class. Call 617-969-8070 with questions. Location: Putting On The Knitz, 1282 Washington Street.

N781-F18 $145 8 Wednesdays @ West Newton 10–11:30am September 26–November 14

Bring a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor. Bring your machine and its instruction manual to class along with your sewing tools.

N220-F18 $185 6 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:30–9:30pm October 4–November 8

Jewelry Making for Beginners Linda Linebaugh, Instructor Make jewelry in just three classes. First, we’ll craft beaded bracelets and discuss supplies and tools for more projects. In the second class we’ll focus on necklaces, and in the last class we will design earrings. You’ll learn key jewelry-component terms, where to buy tools and how to use them. We’ll also review which kinds of clasps and stringing materials to use and the mechanics of putting all the pieces together. Bring a memory wire or elastic, at least seven inches of beads (large or small, new or old), along with Round Nose and Chain Nose pliers. Other supplies will be discussed in class. Don’t forget your reading glasses!

N834-F18 $105 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm October 18–November 1

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Polymer Clay Jewelry

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Make Perfect Scents

Yuliya Shulman, Instructor

Note Card Originals

Cher Koor, Instructor

Impress your friends with unique handmade jewelry. Make several pendants, brooches, rings or array of vibrant buttons from polymer clay. You’ll learn about different types of polymer clay, how to combine colors, and what an extruder is and how to create an extruder cane. You’ll also form the pendants, brooches, rings or buttons, cure the clay, and attach findings. After this class, you’ll be able to use these methods to create anything from polymer—jewelry, accessories, buttons, utensils, switch plates—the possibilities are endless! Bring a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor in class.

Jeremy Seeger, Instructor Create your own unique papers to use for writing notes, or as artwork in it’s own right. Using locally-available materials such as flowers, onion skins, and leaves, you’ll produce your own mold and deckle, and we’ll add other materials to make various colored and textured papers. Bring a waterproof apron if you have one (or otherwise dress for wet work), along with dried flower petals, a notebook, and one complete Sunday newspaper to take home your project. Bring a $15 materials fee payable to the instructor.

N133-F18 $49 Wednesday November 14 @ Newton North 6–9pm

N353-F18 $45 2 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm November 8 & 15

Image Transfer Techniques

Bouquet & Flower Arranging

Bonnie Lerner, Instructor Join us and learn several different methods to transfer your photos, text, and/or drawings to various surfaces—paper, fabric, canvas, and wood. You’ll use Omni Gel, Mod Podge, packing tape, and transfer paper to apply your images; all methods are easy to learn and all materials are non-toxic. Your transferred images can be used for collage, mixed media, or stand-alone art projects. At the end of class, you’ll have both a canvas and a wooden board to take home with your personal images on them. All materials and tools will be provided; all fees included. The instructor will contact you before class with instructions on how to print out your chosen image(s) to bring to class.

N873-F18 $39 Wednesday October 10 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm

Bonnie Lerner, Instructor You bought a bunch of flowers, or got them as a gift, and stuck them in a vase... but they looked awful and quickly wilted. Sound familiar? Join us and learn to turn an assortment of supermarket flowers into a beautiful arrangement. Learn to handle the flowers properly and display them beautifully; plus, discover tricks to help your flowers last longer. Bring a medium size glass or ceramic vase to class. Take it home filled with a stunning bouquet of flowers. Bring a $20 materials fee payable to the instructor.

N132-F18 $45 Monday November 5 @ Newton North 6:30–9pm See our Japanese Floral Design class in our Home & Garden category on page 39.

Find your perfect signature scent by crafting it yourself. We’ll sample dozens of common and uncommon essential oils to discover which natural scents are for you, and learn about the emotional and mood-altering effects of each one. You’ll learn basic perfumery rules for mixing oils with sugar cane alcohol to make your fragrance. We’ll cover the healing benefits of dozens of essential oils, and you’ll learn to balance top, middle, and bottom scent notes to craft aromas that calm your body and mind. You’ll leave class with your own customized perfume or cologne. Bring a $15 materials fee payable to the instructor.

N276-F18 $39 Tuesday October 16 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Handcrafted Soaps Jeff Klein, Instructor The first soaps were likely made by accident—some lard spilled on a cooking fire, reacted with wood ash, and voila! Although the process of saponification (making soap) has since been perfected, the basic principles remain the same. Join us to learn two different techniques for making soap. You’ll work with coconut, olive, and palm oils and have some options of fancy oils and fragrances to add in as well such as shea butter and lavender. You’ll take home 10 or more bars, perfect for pampering yourself or giving as gifts. You’ll also receive materials and recipes to make soap on your own. A $50 materials fee is payable to the instructor. Bring a big mixing bowl.

N151-F18 $79 2 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm October 29 & November 5

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Time to Get Organized! Lorena Prime, Instructor How is it that some people can be so organized? Now you can be one of those people. With instructor guidance, learn a five-step program for organizing anything: papers, your possessions, or any space. You’ll be able to apply this new approach immediately—and reap the rewards of a more calm, productive, and enjoyable life. Bring photos of your problem areas to class if you’d like.

G129-F18 $39 Monday September 24 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Cabinetmaking & Woodworking Garrett Tingle & Molly Baring-Gould, Instructors Once you’ve learned the fundamentals of cabinetmaking and woodworking, you can build almost anything. 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 will be decided on by the group with instructor guidance. Returning students will build on their acquired skills and work towards independence as they progress through the program. You supply the wood for your project. A materials list will be discussed in class.

N134-F18-1 $249 8 Mondays @ Newton North 6–8:30pm September 17–November 19 No class Oct 8 & Nov 12 N134-F18-2 $249 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6–8:30pm September 26–November 14

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Organic Lawn Care David Gordon, Instructor Fall is the best time to improve your lawn. Everyone works in their yard in the spring, but autumn is the season to make great strides. Higher soil temps, cool nights, and favorable weather patterns make it the ideal time. Learn how to care for your lawn organically. We’ll discuss why organic lawns have deeper root systems and need less water and you’ll get tips on seeding, fertilizing, and adding compost. We’ll also discuss how to conduct soil tests, improve its pH, 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!

G788-F18 $39 Thursday September 20 @ Newton South 7–9pm

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Prune It Jeff Klein, Instructor If you have established plants you’re just not satisfied with, don’t rip them out! Learn how to give shape and openness to your plants and revitalize them for years of lasting beauty. You’ll learn about plant structure, and pruning timing and techniques. We’ll cover tools, aesthetics, and strategies for sprucing up old plants in stages so they always look good. We’ll also focus on commonly mispruned plants including Yews, Rhododendrons, Forsythia, and others of interest. If you have the right knowledge, time is on your side. Let our instructor know if your shrubs need pruning, and we may hold class in your yard! Location will be emailed to students.

G321-F18 $35 Thursday September 27 @ Newton 5–6:30pm

The Garden Coach Brian Karlsson-Barnes, Instructor Create the perfect garden for your home. Our instructor—a professional landscape designer and master gardener—will discuss soil, moisture, sun exposure, shade, and drainage. He’ll use tailored approaches for each student to help you design a garden that meets your needs and style. Plus, he’ll sketch individual outdoor plans for your site. You’ll leave class with a greater understanding of your outdoor space and learn how to better make your garden grow. Bring dimensions and pictures of your outside space.

G173-F18 $95 3 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm September 25–October 9

Home & Garden

Fall Yard Cleanup

Sustainable Gardening

David Gordon, Instructor

Rebecca Warner, Instructor

How do you improve your vegetable garden for next season, prune branches and shrubs, and know which plants get trimmed to the ground in your flower beds? Why is it so important to give your yard a good fall cleanup anyway? Get the answers to these questions and more. Learn how to cut up leaves for garden mulch; properly store your gas-powered equipment; and improve your lawn with seeding, fertilizer, lime, and raking. A good fall cleanup can help your property look fabulous when spring comes around. Join us for all the tips you’ll need.

Let nature do the work as you grow your flowers, trees, shrubs, and/or vegetables. Sustainable gardening mirrors natural processes by recycling materials and minimizing energy use and waste. In this hands-on course, you’ll try out sustainable techniques in our instructor’s home garden. You’ll make compost the easy way by converting free materials found close to home into soil-building mulch; view easy-to-grow native perennials in bloom and see how they support a wildlife-friendly backyard environment; and discover how a gardening approach based on current science eliminates unnecessary work and expense. Spare your back and your wallet as you apply your environmental principles for a beautiful backyard garden.

G125-F18 $39 Thursday October 11 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Name That Tree Jeff Klein, Instructor If you were a tree, which one would you be? Take a walk with us and get to know the trees that are all around you. Unlike birds, trees stay put for your scrutiny and have easy tells for quick identification, even from 100 yards away. Join us for a lively walk around Newton Cemetery, and learn the basics of tree identification—by shape, leaf type, bark, and more. Wear walking shoes and bring a notepad if you want to take notes.

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Location will be emailed. Tuition includes a copy of The Sustainable-Enough Garden by Rebecca Warner. Rain date: Sunday.

G180-F18 $49 2 Saturdays @ Newton 11am–12:30pm October 13 & 27 No class October 20

Class will meet at the entrance to the Newton Cemetery on Walnut Street. Park on side streets near the entrance. Dress for the weather. Walking rain or shine.

G123-F18 $35 Thursday October 4 @ Newton 4:30–6pm

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.

Japanese Floral Design Mimi Santini-Ritt, Instructor Achieve an inner peace with this elegant style of arranging flowers. Senno Ikenobo, Buddhist Monk and Ikenobo founder, taught, “Not only beautiful flowers, but also buds and withered flowers have life, and each has its own beauty.” Come design arrangements in both the very traditional and more modern styles of Ikebana, making original floral designs that embody your vision of the plant’s beauty while holding the mark of your spirit. Our instructor will contact students before class to discuss appropriate containers. New and returning students welcome. Bring $30 fee for flowers payable to the instructor. Bring a suitable container to class along with a 2.5-3 inch kenzan (pinholder), pebbles, scissors, a bucket, and a paper bag.

G236-F18 $89 3 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm November 1–15

Arboretum Walking Tour

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Brian Karlsson-Barnes, Instructor Join us for a woodsy, docent-led garden tour at Arnold Arboretum. As we walk offroad, up and down the verdant hills, we’ll consider the Arboretum before it was an arboretum including some glacial history. You’ll learn about the man responsible for donating the land, as well as America’s first landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted. We’ll discuss his design intent, along with some mid-19th century fun facts. We will meet at the Arboretum’s main entrance gate, Hunnewell Building Visitor Center, 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain. Park on the street, wear comfy shoes as we’ll walk over a mile. Dress for the weather. If the weather looks questionable, please call 617-957-6611.

G215-F18 $35 Saturday September 29 @ Jamaica Plain 12–1:30pm

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Online Learning / Money & Real Estate

Money & Real Estate Neither NCE nor Newton Public Schools can 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 advisors about the suitability of such actions.

Home Maintenance & Improvement Brad Gove, Instructor Save time and money by learning to maintain your own home. We’ll review basics such as the systems in your house and the tools needed to keep them in good working order. We’ll discuss the essentials for small maintenance and repair projects like hanging objects, patching walls, fixing leaky faucets, and painting. We’ll also help you determine which jobs you can do yourself and when to seek professional help. Home owners and renters alike are encouraged to attend.

G101-F18 $59 2 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm October 16 & 23

Online Learning There’s learning beyond the NCE catalog! Sign up for an online class and take classes from the comfort of your home—or anywhere else you choose. We’ve partnered with online education organizations ed2go and UGotClass to offer online courses as well as career-training and certificate programs. All you need to participate is an email account and Internet access. Check the Online Learning category on our website for details.

ed2go Online Courses We offer courses in categories such as Business Administration, Healthcare & Medical, Law & Legal, Technology, Writing & Publishing, and more. Register for your course on the ed2go website; lessons are posted twice a week over six weeks, for a total of 12 lessons.

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For all our Money & Real Estate classes, you can bring a friend and save. Just change the quantity at checkout.

A First-Timer’s Guide to Home or Condo Buying David Miller, Instructor 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 we’ll review the primary legal documents related to each. Our 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.

S100-F18 $69/Solo; $105/Pair 2 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm September 25 & October 2

Downsizing Made Easy Marie Presti, Instructor Thinking of downsizing but don’t know all the options? When you’re at the point when you’re all alone in a house, or the costs or effort to maintain your home are more than you can handle, you may want to consider downsizing. But how to do you do it? Where should you go? A condo, smaller home, or retirement community? Sell first and then buy a smaller home? Or vice versa? Stay in town, or move south? Listen to our expert talk about the options, the process, and the financial considerations to downsizing, so when you’re ready, you can make a more informed decision.

S262-F18 $55/Solo; $90/Pair Tuesday November 13 @ Newton North 6–9pm

Play the Stock Market Game Peter Yaffe, Instructor Imagine you’re handed $100K to invest in the stock market—but have no idea how Wall Street works. Join us and learn to grow a virtual $100Kinto a top-performing financial portfolio. Discover how investing actually works, starting by examining the US markets, types of investments, and the impact of global events. We’ll examine risk, speculating, and borrowing on margin. Working individually and in teams, you’ll compete against your classmates and other groups across the state in this SIFMA Foundation-sponsored game. Warning: the Stockmarket Game™ 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!

S319-F18 $155/Solo; $270/Pair 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm September 25–November 13

Money & Real Estate

Trading Equity Options

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Craig Forman, Instructor

Getting Divorced? How Are You Paying for College?

Trading in equity options has exploded in recent years due to low commissions, excellent free trading tools, and the emergence of weekly options. Learn how options work, how to trade them, and how to use them to control risk while enhancing your returns. You’ll also discover strategies for naked options, option spreads, and stock/option combinations. We’ll explore risk management, volatility, and adjustments. For beginning and seasoned investors who want to add options to their trading toolset.

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Bitcoin Fever Andrew Rodwin, Instructor It’s a whole new money-moving world—are you ready? While the media abounds with stories of the boom and bust cycle of bitcoin, most people don’t understand its basic principles. Learn about the technologies, relevant tools, and general ecosystem of cryptoassets. We’ll cover coin types, mining, forking, wallets, airdrops, exchanges, and more. We’ll delve into public vs. private blockchains, the threat and opportunity faced by banks, and why blockchain is such a powerful tool. You’ll leave with an understanding of how these products and systems may affect both you personally and society at large.

S339-F18 $65/Solo; $110/Pair 2 Mondays @ Newton South 7–9pm October 22 & 29

S314-F18 $115/Solo; $190/Pair 4 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm September 26-October 17

Renée Senes & Todd Weaver, Instructors Paying for college can be difficult for a married couple—but how do you handle it if you’re getting divorced? Learn whether a court can order you to pay more than you can afford and whether your parenting agreement can impact the FAFSA. We’ll discuss how what you put in your separation agreement can affect financial aid. Bring your questions and concerns to class for our college planning strategist and our certified divorce financial analyst for a discussion of college planning and divorce.

S340-F18 $45/Solo; $70/Pair Tuesday October 23 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm

You Can Afford College If... College Funding Advisors Inc, staff, Instructors ... you plan in advance; understand the financial aid process; and act early enough to be successful. Aid goes to the families who plan in advance—ideally before December 31st of your child’s Sophomore year of high school. We’ll teach you how to maximize your financial aid by understanding the process, and how implementing strategies can increase your eligibility even if you have a “high income” or own a business. 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.

See our Navigating the StudentAthlete College Search and Recruiting Process and Postsecondary & College Success for Students with Learning Differences classes on page 59.

S104-F18-1 $45/Solo; $70/Pair Thursday October 4 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm S104-F18-2 $45/ Solo; $70/Pair Monday November 5 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

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Making Your Nest Egg Last Deborah Goodman, CPA, CFP, Instructor Today’s notion of retirement is very different from that of previous generations. Individuals are working and living longer, and are faced with the challenges of both caring for elderly parents and providing for the needs of adult children. In this course, you’ll learn to assess your retirement needs, position your assets to meet those needs, and take advantage of tax savings while maximizing government retirement benefits. You’ll leave with detailed strategies for ending up with sufficient income to enjoy a comfortable, secure retirement.

S275-F18 $35/Solo; $50/Pair Tuesday October 16 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm

Estate Planning, 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 learn strategies to ensure 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, and more. We’ll discuss estate litigation, family disputes, and financial exploitation by caregivers relating to the assets of individuals with diminished mental capacity.

S219-F18 $35/Solo; $50/Pair 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm September 26 & October 3

Money & Divorce: Avoid Costly Mistakes

Your Retirement Countdown with TIAA-CREF

Renée Senes, Instructor

Rose Thompson, CRPC®, Instructor

You want to keep the house with $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, we can help. We’ll look at common financial mistakes made in divorce settlements and discuss how to avoid them. You’ll gain an understanding of how 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.

Are you or your spouse part of the 20% of Newton’s population that 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 thinking about the strengths and limitations of your TIAACREF retirement plan, and how it may or may not fit into your overall planning. A retirement planning workbook is included in the cost of the program.

S228-F18 $45/Solo; $70/Pair Thursday October 4 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

S303-F18 $45/Solo; $70/Pair Tuesday September 25 @ Newton South 7–9pm

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Student Success Stories! Jannie Ho (and Jen Betton) As an illustrator for children’s books for a long time, I’ve been wanting to transition into becoming an author/illustrator. I’ve had a story idea for a very long time, but writing and illustrating can be a lonely endeavor. My critique partner, Jen Betton, had told me about a class at NCE for illustrating children’s books, taught by Pam Levy. We both craved structure and a deadline to give us motivation, plus new sets of eyes for our work. The class was the perfect solution and we signed up together. I brought in my story, Bear and Chicken, to the class. Each week, I was able to receive feedback and fresh perspective to my story. I also learned how to assemble a physical dummy from Pam. It was an important part of my working process. About a year later, I was able to sell Bear and Chicken to Running Press Kids, and it was published last fall. I was also thrilled for Jen who was also able to sell her story, Hedgehog Needs a Hug, which was just published by Penguin this past June. Thank you NCE for being part of my author/illustrator journey. We’re hoping to offer Illustrating Children’s Books during our winter session!

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Business & Career 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, 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-F18 $55/Solo; $90/Pair Tuesday September 25 @ Newton North 6–9pm Best course I’ve taken Herb is very knowledgeable and experienced. Included all class mates which added considerably to the program.

Work Happy! Match Your Career to Your Personality

Audiobook Narration

Ilene Rudman, Instructor

Audiobooks are attracting record numbers of listeners, and the industry continues to experience double-digit growth year after year. This course is an easy-to-understand, detailed—but practical—guide to earning money becoming a narrator and recording audiobooks. We’ll guide you through each step from volunteer reader to paid narrator. Learn where to go to get your first experience, when to create a demo, and what to include. You’ll get advice about marketing yourself, setting up a home studio, and developing an efficient operation.

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 individuals get energized, process information, make decisions, and conduct their lives. The MBTI is a highly-reliable instrument that’s been used for decades to help people make career and other important life decisions. Bring $15 to the first class for the cost of the MBTI.

B103-F18 $65 2 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:45–8:15pm September 27 & October 4

Driving Others... without Driving Yourself Crazy Robert Gray, Instructor Looking for that perfect part-time job? Earn income as a ride-share driver for Uber or Lyft. You’ll learn about your potential earnings (they’re not a percentage of rider fare, as you might expect), and get suggestions for maximizing your profit, making waiting time pay, finding rider sweet spots, and managing pickups at Logan. We’ll discuss the best type of car for this business, tax-saving strategies, the ideal time of day to drive, and much more. And you’ll learn safety tips too. Students who sign on as Uber drivers after this class will receive a complimentary copy of the instructor’s Mastering Ride-Share Manual in Boston.

Derek Perkins, Instructor

A $19.95 materials fee for the Audiobook Narration Manual is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class.

B312-F18 $45 Thursday November 15 @ Newton South 7–9pm

Voice-Overs... Now is Your Time! Such A Voice staff, Instructors 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 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-F18 $45 Monday October 15 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

B325-F18 $45 Thursday @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm

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Grantwriting 101

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Hillel Bromberg, Instructor

Effective Business Writing

You need funds for your nonprofit organization and foundations have money to give away. The link between them is called a “grant proposal,” and this lecture, led by an experienced grant writer, provides a basic but complete tour of its parts and how to approach them. We’ll start with some broad concepts: what is a proposal, what are its elements, and what is the writing process. Then we’ll get down to specifics, exploring each major section of a typical proposal. We’ll also discuss other elements of the submission package: the letter of intent, budget, and supplementary materials. You’ll come away with ideas about how to approach funders through grant proposals, what makes a proposal readable and effective, what pitfalls to avoid, and what it takes to be noticed by foundations.

B310-F18 $35 Tuesday October 16 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm The instructor’s presentation was well structured and well prepared. His additional commentary and the Q&A session were very helpful.

Ann Linquist, Instructor A small improvement in your writing skills can also improve your career prospects. Don’t let small gaps in your business writing skills prevent you from reaching your full potential! It doesn’t matter what your job is. If you communicate with others in writing, you need this course to help you identify and eliminate problem areas. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to develop powerful written documents that immediately draw readers in and keep them motivated to continue until your very last, well-chosen word.

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Project Management Fundamentals Tony Swaim, Instructor This course provides essential information to introduce or refresh your skills and competencies as you prepare and complete your first project. This course will also help you prepare for the internationally recognized Project Management Professional (PMP®) and Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) exams offered by the Project Management Institute, PMI®.

B327-F18-O $125 6 week online class September 12–November 2

Computers & Technology 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 on and managing workbooks, creating and modifying hyperlinks, and printing. You’ll work with Microsoft Excel 2010 on PCs running Windows 7; there’s no need to bring your own computer. This is not a Macintosh computer class.

C303-F18 $195 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm September 25–October 23 Class exceeded my expectations and I have signed up for beyond beginners.

Microsoft Excel: Beyond Beginner Michael Toon, Instructor After a quick review of the basics, you’ll learn 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 handson experience, with in-class projects and examples galore. Prerequisite: A beginner Excel class or equivalent experience with spreadsheets. You’ll work with Microsoft Excel 2010 on PCs running Windows 7; there’s no need to bring your own computer. This is not a Macintosh computer class.

C105-F18 $125 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm October 30–November 13

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Intro to Photoshop

James Byleckie, 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. 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.

Howard Loewinger, Instructor

C204-F18 $225 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:45–9:15pm October 18–November 15

C328-F18 $89 2 Wednesdays @ NewTV Studios 10:30am–12:30pm October 17 & 24

Build a Website with WordPress

Advanced Photo Management on Apple Devices

C336-F18 $49 Tuesday October 16 @ Newton North 6–8pm

Ben Vivante, Instructor If you want to build a website or blog, but don’t want to worry about security and other technical problems, Wordpress.com is the place for you. It’s easy and free! You’ll start by setting up a site using a template, then learn to change the look and feel, add text and photos, and use specialized features. We’ll also teach you how to grow your website traffic with simple SEO tips. We’ll cover everything you should know to manage your own site on Wordpress.com. Class takes place in a computer lab so there’s no need to bring your own computer. This class is for beginners. Basic computer experience and Internet skills required.

C263-F18 $195 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–8pm October 24–November 28 No class November 21

Learn the basics of using the iPhone camera and what to do with photos once you take them. We’ll see where photos are stored and the different options for storage. We’ll discuss the advantages of online photo storage and look at some popular alternatives: Apple’s iCloud Photo Library, Instagram, and Flickr. We’ll also look at options for sharing photos on these sites. You’ll discover how to save photos from texts and emails into your photo library, and how to send pictures already in your library in an email or text message. You’ll see a demo uploading photos to both Macintosh and Windows computers and briefly look at the tools on those platforms for managing photos. Bring your iPhone and cable.

Amazon’s Echo system is vast with more than 20 million devices sold and over 25,000 associated “skills”. This course gets you started in using the smart speakers, covering in detail the basic setup of the Echo devices: Alexa, Echo, and Dot. We’ll configure and access the essential “skills” that your virtual assistant uses to make your day easier and more organized. You’ll learn to set up accounts for multiple users, interpret Alexa’s light and sound responses, manage your calendar, search the web, and listen to music. We’ll also just have fun with your devices: hearing jokes, doing word games and puzzles, and even asking for advice!

Tracy Marks, Instructor

Intro to Photos on an iPhone

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Howard Loewinger, Instructor If you’re like the rest of us, you have digital photos saved on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac computer but you don’t have a strategy for managing them. Learn how the iPhone and iPad organize photos for you and how you can organize photos for yourself and share them in a variety of ways. We’ll go over storage locations—whether on your device or in the “cloud”—deleting photos, and the various editing tools. At the second class, you’ll import photos onto a Mac and use the Photos app to see how to make books, calendars, cards, and order prints from Apple. Bring your iPhone and/or iPad. Bring a MacBook to the second class if you have one; if not, what you learn will apply to your desktop Mac. Windows users with iPhones and/or iPads: you can still learn a lot in this class.

C320-F18 $89 2 Wednesdays @ NewTV Studios 10:30am–12:30pm October 31 & November 7

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English Language Learners (ELL)

Tech Tutoring

Tracy Marks, Instructor

Howard Loewinger, Instructor

Learn to buy and sell effectively on eBay, the world’s largest online auction. Our instructor, a former eBay Powerseller, 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. Selling through Amazon Marketplace will also be covered.

Get one-on-one tutoring sessions to help you with whatever computer or software applications are trying your patience. Our instructors will meet with you in one of our computer labs to answer your questions about MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Powerpoint); communications (email, Facebook, Skype, and Twitter); how to simply organize your desktop; and more. Bring your laptop or use the computers in our lab. Sessions must be scheduled in advance with the instructor.

Basic computer experience and Internet skills required.

C122-F18 $134 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:15–9:15pm November 7 & 14 The instructor was very thorough; she was great and we receive lots of handouts.

The price below is for a single two-hour session held at Newton North. Sessions are very flexible; additional sessions and days are available. House visits are usually possible, but require an extra fee of $25.

C316-F18 $150; $175/two-hour session Mondays–Thursdays, by appointment only New

Computer Skills for the Workplace Dave Paquin, Instructor This course is a great introduction to Windows 10 and Office 2016 and is designed to provide the fundamental computer competencies you need to survive and prosper in today’s fast-changing workplace. You will learn how to implement the powers of modern office software to work faster and more efficiently. We’ll focus on practical application for software most common to the workplace. When you finish this course, you will have learned why employers consider technological literacy so critical to the success of any organization.

C337-F18-O $125 6 week online class September 12–November 2

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English Language Learners (ELL) Not sure what level language class to take? Call us at 617-559-6999 or email staff@newtoncommunityed.org. New

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ELL: Speak Better English Sharon Wanunu, Instructor If you know vocabulary and grammar but are still having trouble being understood, or are too nervous to talk in front of others, join others who feel just as you do. We’ll work on building your confidence when speaking; we’ll address especially challenging situations like talking over the phone and casual small talk with native English speakers. In this warm and supportive environment, we’ll practice conversational English so you’ll get more comfortable opening up and will improve your speaking skills. Expect fun practice for homework. Location will be emailed.

E141-F18 $145 6 Tuesdays @ Needham 10am–12pm September 25–October 30

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

GED/HiSET®

ELL: Beginner

GED/HiSET®

Elena Ceban, 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.

HiSET® Test Preparation Joe Green, Instructor

The textbook is Side by Side, Student Book 1, 3rd edition, by Molinsky and Bliss.

E100-F18 $199 8 Tuesdays & 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–7pm September 25–November 15 New

ELL: Beyond Beginner Elena Ceban, Instructor This class is for students who have completed the beginner’s course or have comparable experience, and want more practice speaking. We’ll 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, and reading and writing, as well as on idioms and common expressions. Topics will be drawn from current issues and our different cultures. The textbook is Side by Side, Student Book 1, 3rd edition, by Molinsky and Bliss. Bring text to class.

E190-F18 $199 8 Tuesdays & 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–8pm September 25–November 15

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!

The ETS High School Equivalency Test (HiSET®), the first alternative to the GED® test since 1942, includes 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. 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 for the class. Please purchase The Official Guide to the HiSET Exam, 2nd Edition (published by Educational Testing Service) and bring it to the first class.

Q106-F18 $229 5 Mondays & 5 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6–9pm October 1–November 5 No class October 8

No textbook required.

E723-F18 $199 8 Tuesdays & 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 8–9pm September 25–November 15

English Language Learners are welcome in Speak with Ease. See page 34 for more information.

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Classes for Elementary Schoolers 3-D Printing, Coding, & Design

Things you need to know:

BlocksCAD Inc staff, Instructors

• 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. See page 51 for special early-release day programs. • Class times and lengths are listed for middle school classes. Please check our online listings for middle school no-class dates. • There are no classes on Newton Public Schools vacations or holidays or on Friday, December 21. Additional no-class dates are listed online when applicable.

3-D printing is the future of manufacturing—you take digital files and transform them into real, everyday objects. Join the trend and learn the foundations of coding, along with basic computer-aided design (CAD) principles. You’ll learn introductory concepts including loops, variables, and modules, and you’ll make unique, personalized, three-dimensional designs, such as a tablet or iPhone accessory, a science fiction character, or a vehicle. Your instructor will print two of your designs over the course of the class. All levels welcome. Grades 3-5.

11 sessions $275 Fridays September 28–December 14 KE307-F18-UN Underwood 12 sessions $295 Wednesdays September 26–December 19 KE307-F18-WA Ward Thursdays September 27–December 20 KE307-F18-ZE Zervas

Still have questions? See our complete policies on page 62, or call us! We’re here to help.

Don’t miss Celebrate Newton... a fabulous craft fair on Sunday December 2 at Newton South. The fair features Newton artists, and there’s a kids’ crafts table too. See celebratenewton.com for details.

Actors Studio Bridget Frey, Breanna Mack, & Watertown Children’s Theatre staff, Instructors Break a leg! Aspiring actors: whether your goal is to be a star someday or you just like to perform, join us and get ready to shine. We’ll learn basic acting concepts, play improvisational theatre games, perform scenes from plays and books, and prepare you to make an impression on your audience. So if you’re trying out for a show or just want to express yourself, this class is for you. On the last day, we’ll present a performance for family and friends. Grades 1-5.

10 sessions $235 Mondays September 24–December 10 KE313-F18-BU Burr (Frey) Tuesdays September 25–November 27 KE313-F18-WA Ward (Mack) KE313-F18-WI Williams (WCT) Wednesdays September 26–December 5 KE313-F18-LE Lincoln Eliot (Frey) Thursdays September 27–December 6 KE313-F18-AN Angier (WCT) KE313-F18-BO Bowen (Frey) Fridays September 28–December 7 KE313-F18-FR Franklin (WCT) KE313-F18-HM Horace Mann (Frey) KE313-F18-MR Mason Rice (Mack)

Advanced Actors Studio Bridget Frey, Instructor This class is for kids who have taken our Actors Studio class and would like to work on monologues and scripted scenes. Grades 2-5.

10 sessions $75 Fridays September 28–December 7 4:20–4:45pm KE282-F18-HM Horace Mann

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Advanced Drawing

App Inventors

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Jack Neylan, Instructor

Circuit Lab staff, Instructors

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. New and returning students welcome. Grades 2-5.

If you’re curious about how the apps on your phone and tablet work, or have an idea for the next great app but need to learn how to create it, join us for this class. We’ll use MIT App Inventor to make fun, creative apps for Android phones and tablets. You’ll learn both the programming and design aspects of creating great apps, and have the opportunity to build any app you can imagine, with the guidance of our expert Circuit Lab instructors. The programming concepts you learn here apply to Apple products as well. All levels welcome. Grades 3-5.

Business Sharks

Bring a sketchpad for now—a more detailed supply list is coming later.

10 sessions $285 Fridays September 28–December 7 3:15–4:30pm KE267-F18-CO Countryside

14 sessions $335 Tuesdays September 25–January 8 12:45–2:15pm KE150-F18-BO Bowen

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Art Through the Ages Student Success Stories! Connor Huang I first tried fencing around four years ago at Camp Innovations and immediately I was hooked. I continued fencing at Innovations for about two summers, then decided to take it to the next level. So I took a class at Brown Middle School offered by NCE, which started my interest in sabre fencing, the type of fencing I do now. The class also boosted my general enthusiasm for the sport. Now, I am a competitive fencer, and I practice four times a week. I travel around New England and sometimes even farther. This year, I’ve been to seven tournaments, four at the national level. In March, I went to Baltimore for the North American Cup, and in July, I went to the National Championships. I enjoy fencing because there is a lot of strategy involved—it’s like a physical chess match. It’s fast paced and exciting. Thanks to NCE for introducing me to my favorite sport!

Nicole Donson, Instructor Travel back in time and create art inspired by cave paintings, ancient Greece, and the Middle Ages, and learn about Renaissance, Modern, and Pop art. Build and illustrate your own ancient Greek vases with papier maché and paint. Draw medieval castles and design a coat of arms. View Renaissance paintings and learn to draw in one- and two-point perspective. Create pop-art like Lichtenstein and Warhol. Get inspired by famous artists through history as we focus on a period a week, and create art inspired by that time. Grades 1-4.

Right Brain Science staff, Instructors Got an idea for a business? Be an entrepreneur! Start with the germ of an idea for a product and business and take it through the entire entrepreneurial process. You’ll develop prototypes, formulate a business plan, and devise a marketing strategy, as in the TV show Shark Tank. Learn about wages, profits, and branding while designing print ads, acting out TV commercials, researching real estate locations, and creating replicas of your storefronts. As the class concludes, you’ll pitch your ideas to a panel of “celebrity” judges. Grades 3-5. See this class on our website for link to view business sharks in action!

11 sessions $265 Fridays September 28–December 14 KE300-F18-BU Burr 12 sessions $275 Tuesdays September 25–December 11 KE300-F18-AN Angier

10 sessions $275 Wednesdays September 26–December 12 3:15–4:45pm KE305-F18-BU Burr Thursdays September 27–December 13 3:15–4:45pm KE305-F18-MR Mason Rice

See our fall fencing classes on page 57.

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Chess

Advanced Chess

Eduard Duchovny, Ross Eldridge, Ilya Krasik, Lou Mercuri, Maryanne Reilly, Nicholas Sterling, & Prathiba Yuvarajan, Instructors

Ross Eldridge & 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. Students at all levels are welcome, but you must know how each piece moves before starting this class.

14 sessions $285 Mondays September 24–January 28 KE102-F18-BO Bowen (Sterling) KE102-F18-PE Peirce (Yuvarajan) Tuesdays September 25–January 8 KE102-F18-FR Franklin (Krasik) KE102-F18-HM Horace Mann (Sterling) KE102-F18-LE Lincoln Eliot (Yuvarajan) KE102-F18-MR1 Mason Rice (Eldridge; 12:45-1:45pm) KE102-F18-MR2 Mason Rice (Eldridge; 2-3pm) KE102-F18-ZE Zervas (Mercuri) Tuesdays October 2–January 15 KE102-F18-BU Burr (Reilly) Tuesdays October 9–January 22 KE102-F18-WI Williams (Duchovny) Wednesdays September 26–January 9 KE102-F18-BU2 Burr (Yuvarajan) KE102-F18-CO Countryside (Eldridge) Thursdays September 27–January 10 KE102-F18-AN Angier (Eldridge) Fridays September 28–January 18 KE102-F18-CA Cabot at Carr School (Eldridge) KE102-F18-WA Ward (Sterling)

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! This class is open to returning advanced students or by permission of the instructor only. Grades 1-5.

14 sessions $285 Mondays September 24–January 28 KE103-F18-MR Mason Rice (Eldridge) Tuesdays September 25–January 8 3:30–4:30pm KE103-F18-DY Day (Sterling) Fridays September 28–January 18 4:15–5:15pm KE103-F18-CA Cabot at Carr School (Eldridge)

Chess Tournament Nicholas Sterling, Instructor Join us for some good-natured competition at NCE’s own Chess tournament. Play clock-timed games against multiple opponents—we’ll do our best to match you to players at your grade and skill level. You’ll get a sense of what tournament conditions are like and see how you do under pressure. Prizes will be awarded to winners, but win or lose, it’s all about the pleasure of the game. Take advantage of this opportunity to enjoy chess in a new way. Experienced tournament players are welcome to join us as well. Grades 1-8.

1 session $40 Saturday December 1 9am–1pm KW41-F18 Newton South

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Greer Swiston & Michelle Yu 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 $345 Mondays September 24–January 28 3:15–5:15pm KE201-F18-FR Franklin (Swiston) Additional no-class date: December 17

Bring your own chess set and pieces, and a clock if you have one. Bring snacks to eat between rounds as time allows.

Chinese Club

14 sessions $345 Tuesdays September 25–January 15 12:45–2:45pm KE201-F18-ZE Zervas (Swiston) Additional no-class date: December 18 Wednesdays September 26–January 9 (Yu) 3:15–5:15pm KE201-F18-AN Angier (Yu) Thursdays September 27–January 10 3:15–5:15pm KE201-F18-HM Horace Mann (Yu) Fridays September 28–January 18 3:15–5:15pm KE201-F18-BO Bowen (Yu) 15 sessions $385 Wednesdays September 5–January 9 3–5pm KE201-F18-CO Countryside (Swiston)

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Comics Here we Come!

Early-Release Science Days

Maya Reisz, Instructor Get ready to draw like you have never drawn before! Whether you’ve been drawing or doodling your whole life or are just starting out; whether you are a comics fan or a novice, you’ll get really creative here. In each class we’ll make up characters, share stories, play drawing games, and laugh a lot! By the end of class you’ll have complete comics from your imagination, memories, and/or day-to-day experiences. Homework for the first class: come with one or two comics names—choose from characters you know or ones you have completely made up. Examples: Luna Love Good, Chef Boy R D, Batman, Rose Quartz, etc. Grades 2-5. Bring the following materials to each class: A package of 4’’-6’’note cards; a composition notebook; a ruler, pencil, and eraser; and black Paper Mate flair pens (at least three).

10 sessions $235 Tuesdays September 25–November 27 KE302-F18-ZE Zervas Wednesdays September 26–December 5 KE302-F18-MR Mason Rice

Student Success Stories! Lanie McLeod When I was in 7th grade, I took a babysitting class over April break with NCE. The next fall, I started babysitting for families in my neighborhood. I quickly grew to love working with children—how they always have energy, and how individual each child is. So, it only made sense that when searching for my first summer job, I would pick a job at a camp where I could work with children. I saw that NCE was hiring, and so I applied and got the job! I have been assisting with various art camps (such as ceramics), and also with Camp Invention. And I wouldn’t be where I am today without that babysitting course.

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Drawing Club Jack Neylan & Mosesian Center for the Arts staff, Instructors 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. Bring paper (preferably an 8x10 sketchbook), pencils (regular and colored), erasers, and markers.

10 sessions $235 Tuesdays September 25–November 27 KE149-F18-PE Peirce (MCA) Wednesdays September 26–December 5 KE149-F18-UN Underwood (MCA) 14 sessions $275 Mondays September 24–January 28 KE149-F18-CO Countryside (Neylan) Wednesdays September 26–January 9 KE149-F18-FR Franklin (Neylan) Thursdays September 27–January 10 KE149-F18-WI Williams (Neylan) Fridays September 28–January 18 KE149-F18-WA Ward (Neylan)

Get into science with Wicked Cool on your early-release days this Fall. In the first class, Aerospace Engineers, you’ll use air power to build a space shuttle, map out an alien solar system, and find out what comets are made of. In the second class, Snap Circuit Workshop, you’ll investigate electricity, current, resistance, and conductivity, and work at building electronic projects that fly, buzz, and light up. In the third class, Lego Engineering Concepts, you’ll investigate simple machines including gears, pulleys, cams, levers, and rachets, by building hammers, fishing rods, and scales. So don’t laze about, learn something new! Sign up for one, or take all three and save $15. Discount will apply at checkout. Grades 1-4.

1 session $65 Wednesday December 5 12:30–3pm KE309-F18-Legos-BO Bowen KE309-F18-Legos-FR Franklin KE309-F18-Legos-HM Horace Mann KE309-F18-Legos-PE Peirce Thursday September 27 12:30–3pm KE309-F18-Space-BO Bowen KE309-F18-Space-FR Franklin KE309-F18-Space-HM Horace Mann KE309-F18-Space-PE Peirce Thursday November 1 12:30–3pm KE309-F18-Circuits-BO Bowen KE309-F18-Circuits-FR Franklin KE309-F18-Circuits-HM Horace Mann KE309-F18-Circuits-PE Peirce

See our fall Babysitting classes on page 55.

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Expert Architects Right Brain Science staff, Instructors Congratulations! You’ve just been named head of Newton’s newest architectural firm! Your team must build the tallest building in town and you’re in charge of the design. Join us to learn the history of skyscrapers and create a blueprint for your own stylized tall building. You’ll use Google Earth to find the perfect location for your project, as you weigh its impact on the environment, traffic, and surrounding buildings. Once your blueprint is done, you’ll create a 3-D model with Legos, and present your plan to a VIP panel at the last class. Grades 3-5. See this class on our website for a link to view expert architects in action!

11 sessions $265 Mondays September 24–December 17 KE299-F18-MR Mason Rice 12 sessions $275 Wednesdays September 26–December 19 KE299-F18-BO Bowen Thursdays September 27–December 20 KE299-F18-PE Peirce

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Gearheads Mosesian Center for the Arts staff, Instructors Gear up for art! If you’re moved by wheels, you’ll love this class. Take inspiration from cars, trucks, bikes, and more as we explore where art meets movement. You’ll design your dream vehicle of the future, create wheeled machines from recycled materials, and make prints from different types of tires. Car-crazy kids and art enthusiasts: join us! Grades K-3.

10 sessions $245 Thursdays September 27–December 6 KE311-F18-FR Franklin KE311-F18-ZE Zervas Fridays September 28–December 7 KE311-F18-LE Lincoln Eliot KE311-F18-WI Williams

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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 or more before its start date, and your registration can make the difference. Some classes fill quickly, so register early to avoid disappointment.

Girls Science Club: Chemistry & Animal Exploration Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Girl scientists: join the club. Unlock the secrets of the laboratory to create customized soaps, lip balms, lotions, and formulas, and make your own cool products to take home. Learn about chemical properties and reactions while making fizzing potions and smelly solutions. Next, enter the animal kingdom and become a wildlife expert. Find out if your favorite wild animals are predators or prey, learn to identify track patterns of dogs and cats, and compare animals in the wild to our domesticated pets. Be sly like a fox as you learn about local predators and what they eat. Grades 1-3.

11 sessions $275 Mondays September 24–December 17 KE303-F18-BO Bowen KE303-F18-ZE Zervas Fridays September 28–December 14 KE303-F18-CA Cabot at Carr School KE303-F18-CO Countryside KE303-F18-UN Underwood 12 sessions $295 Tuesdays September 25–December 11 KE303-F18-HM Horace Mann Wednesdays September 26–December 19 KE303-F18-PE Peirce Thursdays September 27–December 20 KE303-F18-FR Franklin KE303-F18-WA Ward

Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Make professional-looking glass crafts with techniques used by master crafters. 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. Due to the high cost of materials for this class, there is a materials fee. Come to the first class with a check for $85 made out to the instructor.

14 sessions $265 Wednesdays September 26–January 9 KE157-F18-ZE Zervas Fridays September 28–January 18 KE157-F18-AN Angier

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, and we’ll 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 project under the guidance of our skilled instructors. Grades 3-5.

10 sessions $285 Mondays September 24–December 10 3:15–4:30pm KE166-F18-FR Franklin Tuesdays September 25–November 27 12:45–2pm KE166-F18-MR Mason Rice

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Thursdays September 27–December 6 3:15–4:30pm KE166-F18-BO Bowen Fridays September 28–December 7 3:15–4:30pm KE166-F18-AN Angier

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

1 session $55 Thursday September 27 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F18-CA Cabot at Carr School Tuesday October 16 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F18-AN Angier Friday October 19 3:15–5:15pm KE230-F18-MR Mason Rice Tuesday October 23 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F18-FR Franklin Friday October 26 3:15–5:15pm KE230-F18-WI Williams Thursday November 1 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F18-UN Underwood Tuesday November 13 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F18-PE Peirce Saturday December 1 9:30–11:30am KE230-F18-SO Newton South Wednesday December 5 12:45–2:45pm KE230-F18-BO Bowen

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Intro to Circuitry Circuit Lab staff, Instructors Light up the world! Learn all about circuitry and create your own electronics. Explore the inner workings of electrical components like lights, buzzers, switches, motors, and sensors, and use those components to design custom light-up greeting cards, electric games, “brush bots”, mazes, and even musical instruments. We’ll use Snap Circuits to make a variety of projects, and get into advanced engineering concepts too, like how using different voltages can change the speed of a motor. Each class will include a circuitry lesson and a hands-on project to take home. Grades K-2.

10 sessions $285 Tuesdays September 25–November 27 12:45–2pm KE312-F18-PE Peirce KE312-F18-WA Ward

Lego Imagineers & Design/Build Club Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors

Intro to Guitar Phil Kaplan, Instructor With just a basic introduction to guitar, you can learn to play and sing your favorite songs. In this class you’ll learn the fundamentals: how to play melodies and chords, strumming/finger-picking techniques, and the rudiments of rhythm and harmony. You’ll be playing your favorite songs and music in no time. New and returning students welcome. Grades 4-5. Bring your acoustic guitar, blank guitar manuscript paper (preferably with tablature lines), pencil(s), and guitar picks. Make sure you have decent nails on your strumming hand (your right hand, unless you have a leftie’s guitar), and closetrimmed nails on your other hand.

10 sessions $235 Wednesdays September 26–December 5 KE278-F18-AN Angier Fridays September 28–December 7 KE278-F18-WI Williams

We’ve paired two Wicked Cool classes for aspiring engineers. With your nimble fingers and Legos sized right for them, you’ll design simple machines to solve fairy tale heroes’ problems—create a tower for Rapunzel and a pulley system to lift her lunch, and build a block-carrying car to fix Prince Charming’s busted buggy. Next, engineer a path (with math) for a marble to whiz down a fun run, design a birdhouse and a silly balance toy, and create a catapult to launch a koosh ball. Grades K-2.

11 sessions $275 Fridays September 28–December 14 KE306-F18-FR Franklin 12 sessions $295 Tuesdays September 25–December 11 KE306-F18-AN Angier KE306-F18-BO Bowen KE306-F18-WI Williams Wednesdays September 26–December 19 KE306-F18-MR Mason Rice Thursdays September 27–December 20 KE306-F18-CO Countryside

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Morning Yoga & Meditation

Pottery

Barbara Perlo, Instructor

Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors

Gear up for a great day at school. 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 this class you’ll learn about anatomy, nature, and the power of controlled breathing; you’ll practice yoga poses to build your strength and flexibility, and engage in meditation exercises to get you in good mental shape for the day. You’ll leave class energized and with a positive outlook to handle whatever the day may throw your way. Grades 4-5.

Lisa Walker & Mosesian Center for the Arts staff, Instructors

Tackle engineering and physics challenges in this Wicked Cool combo class. See how energy is used to power machines: we’ll investigate wind power, flywheels, gears, pulleys, and cams, as we build yachts, cars, and mechanisms that walk. Then, explore physics to find out what makes a superhero super. Conduct gravity experiments to learn what it would take for Superman to leap over tall buildings in a single bound, create optical illusions to understand how Wonder Woman’s jet can disappear, investigate how Spiderman (and real spiders) can walk up walls, and more. Can science make superheroes a reality? Join us to find out. Grades 1-3.

11 sessions $275 Mondays September 24–December 17 KE304-F18-AN Angier KE304-F18-CO Countryside Fridays September 28–December 14 KE304-F18-BO Bowen KE304-F18-BU Burr KE304-F18-ZE Zervas 12 sessions $295 Wednesdays September 26–December 19 KE304-F18-FR Franklin Wednesdays September 26–December 19 KE304-F18-UN Underwood Thursdays September 27–December 20 KE304-F18-MR Mason Rice

Math Mania John Michos, Instructor Join other math-minded kids for extra fun with math. Sharpen your skills with math puzzles, games, and brain teasers. Learn the basic concepts of computer coding through storytelling and sleuth games. When you complete this class you’ll be able to break big problems into small ones, look for patterns, create step-by-step plans, and think outside the box. Grades 3-5.

10 sessions $235 Thursdays September 27–December 6 KE165-F18-BU Burr Fridays September 28–December 7 KE165-F18-ZE Zervas

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Bring your own yoga mat to class.

10 sessions $235 Wednesdays September 26–December 5 7:30–8:15am KE270-F18 Mason Rice Field, the Hut

Roll up your sleeves and play with clay! If you like to build, draw, paint, and/or make cool things, this is your art form. In this class you’ll experiment with slabs, coils, pinch pots, and more, and you’ll 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 welcome. Grades 1-5.

14 sessions $295 Mondays September 24–January 28 KE100-F18-AN Angier (MCA) Wednesdays September 26–January 9 KE100-F18-CA Cabot at Carr School (MCA) KE100-F18-HM Horace Mann (MCA) Thursdays September 27–January 10 KE100-F18-BO Bowen (Walker)

Next Gen Lego Robotics Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors

Science Lab

Lego WeDo Robotics is Lego’s special robotics program just for elementary schoolers. Join us 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.

Maire Anne Diamond & TBA, Instructors

11 sessions $275 Mondays September 24–December 17 KE171-F18-LE Lincoln Eliot Fridays September 28–December 14 KE171-F18-HM Horace Mann 12 sessions $295 Tuesdays September 25–December 11 KE171-F18-CA Cabot at Carr School

Sensational Science awaits you in Science Lab! Find out if you can make a rainbow from white light, or a solid by mixing two liquids together; see if you can use invisible forces to move things. Come ready to observe, investigate, and find answers to your science questions. We’ll conduct experiments, play games, and do crafts as we explore magnetism, invisible matter, the science of color, and more. Mix up some super solutions and watch your curiosity bubble up when you join us at our science lab! Grades K-2.

8 sessions $195 Tuesdays September 25–November 13 KE301-F18-CA Cabot at Carr School (Diamond) Tuesdays September 25–November 13 KE301-F18-UN Underwood (TBA) Fridays September 28–November 16 KE301-F18-HM Horace Mann (Diamond)

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SEW much Fun! Mosesian Center for the Arts staff, Instructors Thread your needle and let’s go! Master the basics of hand sewing using needles, thread, scissors, and fabric, and learn about fabric construction and decoration. Make your own pillow and soft sculpture, and create your own pattern from an original drawing. You’ll learn to sew buttons too, and be all set to add accessories to your favorite items. All levels welcome; all materials will be provided. Grades 3-5.

10 sessions $255 Thursdays September 27–December 6 KE310-F18-BU Burr KE310-F18-CO Countryside

Yoga Barbara Perlo, Instructor 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 wonderful way to form a healthy relationship with your body at an early age, and to exercise for fun and lasting effect. Grades 1-5. Bring your own yoga mat to class.

10 sessions $235 Mondays September 24–December 10 KE228-F18-HM Horace Mann

Classes for Middle Schoolers 3-D Printing & Design BlocksCAD Inc 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 learn to code in 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 6-8.

6 sessions $245 Mondays October 15–November 26 2:45–4:15pm KM40-F18-DY Day Tuesdays October 16–November 20 2:30–4pm KM40-F18-BR Brown Fridays October 12–November 16 3–4:30pm KM40-F18-BI Bigelow

Babysitting & Safety Training AllenKingsley staff, Instructors 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. Grades 5-10. Sign up for this class with Pediatric First Aid & CPR (KM20), and receive a $10 discount. Discount will appear at checkout.

1 session $80 Tuesday October 30 3:15–6pm KM19-F18-1 Newton North Wednesday December 5 3:15–6pm KM19-F18-2 Newton South

Chess for Middle Schoolers Ross Eldridge, Lou Mercuri, & Nicholas Sterling, Instructors 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.

8 sessions $185 Tuesdays September 25–November 13 2:10–3:10pm KM09-F18-OH Oak Hill (Mercuri) 12 sessions $235 Fridays September 28–January 4 7:30–8:20am KM09-F18-BR Brown (Eldridge) This is a morning class. 14 sessions $275 Tuesdays September 25–January 8 2:15–3:15pm KM09-F18-DY Day (Sterling)

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Pediatric First Aid & CPR

Empowerment Self-Defense for Girls

AllenKingsley staff, Instructors

Beth Capotosto, Instructor Girls, get the tools you need to stand up to harassment, bullying, and violence, and discover your power in our supportive environment. We’ll engage in skill-building activities, and group discussion on assertiveness, boundary-setting, and verbal and physical defense. You’ll learn strategies like how to speak up, state your needs, and advocate for yourself in a variety of situations. Grades 6-8.

5 sessions $149 Tuesdays October 16–November 13 2–3:30pm KM55-F18-DY Day

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Game Design with Python Coding with Kids staff, Instructors Learn to code with Python, a widely-used, high-level programming language. We’ll start with basic syntax, and progress to more complex concepts, such as object-oriented development. Then you’ll create a variety of games—from Tic-Tac-Toe to Space Invaders. Whether you’re new to programming or have experience with dragand-drop tools such as Scratch, Python’s easy-to-read but powerful nature makes it a great starting point for writing your own code. Grades 6-8.

10 sessions $275 Tuesdays October 2–December 4 2–3pm KM56-F18-DY Day Wednesdays September 26–December 12 3:10–4:10pm KM56-F18-BR Brown

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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. Grades 5-10. Sign up for this class with Babysitting & Safety Training (KM19), and receive a $10 discount. Discount will appear at checkout.

1 session $80 Thursday November 1 3:30–6pm KM20-F18 Newton South

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Rock Band West Suburban YMCA staff, Instructors We’re delighted to partner with the West Suburban Y’s Center for the Creative Arts to bring you this opportunity to rock! Bring your instrument of any kind, or just your voice if you like to sing, and explore rock, pop, blues, jazz. funk, and/or folk music— you choose. You’ll work on a wide variety of songs guided by our team of experienced instructors, and prepare an end-of-term performance for family and friends. Rehearsals will include individualized instruction. Grades 5-8.

10 sessions $375 Tuesdays October 9–December 11 2:10–3:40pm KM57-F18-DY Day Thursdays October 4–December 13 3:10–4:40pm KM57-F18-BR Brown

Looking for a class at your school? See the Fall At a Glance chart on pages 60 & 61.

Speech Team Kim Vanaman & Kathryn Goldberg, Instructors Join us to become a better public speaker, 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. This is a full-year class. Tournaments take place throughout the greater Boston area, mostly on Sundays, with a few on Saturdays. All students are expected to attend a minimum of six tournaments in order to represent their team and improve their public speaking skills. A non-refundable fee of $42 is payable to the instructor at the first class to cover tournament registration fees. 5th graders are welcome to join this class, but per league rules they can not participate in tournaments, except for the Newton tournament that takes place in the spring. 5th graders, please call us to register.

30 sessions $545 Wednesdays September 26–May 15 3:30–5pm KM37-F18 Newton South

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The Stock Market Game Peter Yaffe, Instructor Make big money fast (virtually, that is). Play The Stock Market Game® 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 6-8.

10 sessions $205 Thursdays October 4–December 13 2:45–4:15pm KM45-F18-DY Day

The Stock Market Game for Girls Peter Yaffe, Instructor Compete for big (virtual) money in this girls-only class. See complete description above. Grades 6-8.

10 sessions $205 Tuesdays October 2–December 11 2:10–3:40pm KM41-F18-BI Bigelow

Yoga for Middle Schoolers Judi Mackenzie & Barbara Perlo, Instructors 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. Bring your own yoga mat to class.

10 sessions $205 Tuesdays October 2–December 4 2:30–3:30pm KM07-F18-BR Brown (Mackenzie) Wednesdays September 26–December 12 2:45–3:45pm KM07-F18-DY Day (Perlo)

Sports Archery Baystate Archery 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 Baystate Archery 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 3-8.

8 sessions $245 Tuesdays September 25–November 20 3–4:30pm KM13-F18 Oak Hill

Basketball Clinic Be Ahead of the Game staff, Instructors Learn the fundamentals of basketball or improve your game through skills sessions, station work, and competition. In these clinics, we’ll emphasize shooting, ball handling, and individual offensive and defensive skills. We’ll stress the importance of technique, smart decision-making, and hard work, while having fun along the way. Players may be divided by age and skill level to ensure that each individual has a meaningful experience. Wear sneakers and comfortable clothing; balls will be provided.

6 sessions $165 Tuesdays September 25–October 30 KE297-F18-Gr1-2 Mason Rice (6-7pm; Grades 1-2) KE297-F18-Gr3-5 Mason Rice (7-8pm; Grades 3-5)

Fencing: New & Continuing Fencers International Fencing Club staff, Instructors En garde! Discover fencing, a sport featured in the Olympics that has been with us since the dawn of civilization. Become a competitive fencer, or just develop an appreciation of this ageless art form. You’ll have fun and get exercise while also learning discipline, etiquette, and sportsmanship. Learn basic fencing techniques such as footwork and bladework, and refine strategies to direct your own bouts. You’ll develop confidence, quick thinking, balance, agility, coordination, speed, endurance, and poise. We’ll provide individualized instruction, and fencers will be paired appropriately. All equipment is provided; wear sneakers and athletic pants. Grades 1-8.

10 sessions $245 Tuesdays October 2–December 11 2:15–3:15pm KE261-F18-BI Bigelow Fridays October 5–December 14 3:30–4:30pm KE261-F18-BR 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; we’ll build on skills you’ve learned and introduce new ones too.

6 sessions $155 Tuesdays September 18–October 23 (Grades 6-8) KM31-F18 Brown (2:30–3:30pm) This class will be held indoors if it rains.

Fridays September 14–October 19 (Grades 3-5)* KE214-F18-1 Mason Rice Field (3:30–4:30pm) KE214-F18-2 Mason Rice Field (4:30–5:30pm)

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Soccer Tykes* 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. Practices are one night per week (Monday–Thursday and possibly Friday or Sunday) beginning in November and running through midMarch. Teams play 10 to 12 games on Saturdays and/or Sundays, depending on their age/league. 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 on September 4. See www.newtoncommunityed.org for details.

Multi Sports*

Soccer*

Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors

Perfect for the sports lover, our Multi Sports class (formerly Sports Jam) focuses on Soccer, Basketball, and Field Hockey. In addition to these sports, you’ll enjoy familiar and unique games such as Dodgeball, Capture the Flag, and Car Lot. At each session we’ll introduce new skills and play games that reinforce those skills. The program culminates with a tournament day. Grades K-2. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers and bring a water bottle. This class will be held on Gordon Field, which is behind the Newton Center Playground, right across the stream from the Mason Rice Field. 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. Please go directly to the field, not through the Mason Rice School building.

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. Please wear shin guards and bring a soccer ball and water bottle. Ages 4-6.

6 sessions $155 Saturdays September 15–October 20 KW05-F18-1 Mason Rice Field (10-11am) KW05-F18-2 Mason Rice Field (12-1pm) We will have class on October 6, the Saturday of Columbus Day weekend.

6 sessions $160 Tuesdays September 18–October 23 12:30–2pm KE196-F18 Mason Rice Field

* Sports weather updates In case of questionable or bad weather, call 617-499-4820 to find out if your class is running. These classes 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 your class is running.

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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! Shin guards and soccer balls are optional, but please bring a water bottle. Ages 2-3 with an adult (one child per adult please).

6 sessions $155 Saturdays September 15–October 20 KW01-F18-1 Mason Rice Field (9–10am) KW01-F18-2 Mason Rice Field (11am–12pm) We will have class on October 6, the Saturday of Columbus Day weekend.

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Volleyball Clinic Be Ahead of the Game staff, Instructors Volleyball is not just for tall people! Join us to learn volleyball skills and increase your enjoyment of the game. We’ll play on kidsized courts with lower nets and smaller and lighter balls. We’ll progress from 2x2 to 3x3 and 4x4 games as you develop your skills, and we’ll incorporate traditional and non-traditional games such as tag and dodgeball to build your teamwork skills and add to the fun. Wear sneakers and comfortable clothing, and bring a full water bottle. Balls will be provided.

6 sessions $165 Mondays September 24–November 5 KE298-F18-Gr1-2 Zervas (6-7pm; Grades 1-2) KE298-F18-Gr3-5 Zervas (7-8pm; Grades 3-5)

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Classes for High Schoolers Driver’s Ed Newton Driving School staff, Instructors 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 by the time the class starts. Call us or check our website for more information.

15 sessions $645 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 25–November 13 3:30–5:30pm KH18-F18-1 Newton North Mondays & Wednesdays October 15–December 10 3:30–5:30pm KH18-F18-2 Newton South Monday-Friday October 29–November 19 3:30–5:30pm KH18-F18-3 Newton North 5 sessions $645 Saturday, & Wednesday-Saturday December 22–29 10am–4:45pm KH18-F18-4 Newton North No class December 23, 24, & 25

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

Tuesday October 23 6–8pm KH09-F18-1 Newton South Thursday October 25 6–8pm KH09-F18-2 Newton North

Navigating the StudentAthlete College Search and Recruiting Process Nick Michael, Instructor If you’re a student athlete approaching the college application process, we can help alleviate your 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/recruiting process and learn to successfully navigate the maze of issues you’ll face. 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, as well as a list of all the colleges that offer your sport. For students and adults.

2 sessions $75/Student/Adult pair; $45/Individual (Student or Adult) Tuesday October 30 & Thursday November 1 7–9pm KH24-F18 Newton North

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Postsecondary & College Success for Students with Learning Differences Susan Woods, Instructor What comes after high school for students with learning differences or disabilities? If you’ve had an IEP or 504 plan, you may be wondering about that. Join us to learn about services and accommodations for students in college/post-secondary settings, and how best to prepare for success. We’ll discuss fostering independence, metacognition, and self-advocacy skills; and applicable laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, 504

of the Rehab Act, and the concept of “reasonable accommodations” in post-secondary settings. Parents/guardians will learn how to assist students in the transition to college/ post-secondary environments, including determining what to expect, how to prepare for the next step in an academic career, and what questions to ask the College or University Disability Services Office. For students and/ or adults.

1 session $35; $25 for each add’l student or adult Thursday October 25 7–9pm KH28-F18 Newton North

SAT Math Review Neil Hatem, Instructor Tackle the math section of the SAT Reasoning Test 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 simulated test-taking conditions to build your skills and self-assurance.

5 sessions $215 Mondays October 22–November 26 6:30–8:30pm KH16-F18 Newton North

SAT Verbal Review Alan Reinstein, Instructor Master the verbal section of the SAT Reasoning test. 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.

5 sessions $215 Wednesdays October 17–November 28 6:30–8:30pm KH17-F18 Newton North No class October 31

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Day Grades

Angier

Class

Day Grades

Brown

Pottery

Mon 1-5

Yoga for Middle Schoolers

Tue 6-8

Lego Machines & Superheroes too!

Mon 1-3

Flag Football

Tue 6-8

Lego Imagineers & Design/Build Club Tue K-2

3-D Printing & Design

French Club

Tue 2-5

Home Alone Safety (Oct 16)

Class

Day Grades

Lego Imagineers & Design/Build Club Thu K-2 SEW much Fun!

Thu 3-5

Tue 6-8

Girls Science Club: Chemistry & Animal Exploration

Fri 1-3

Game Design with Python

Wed 6-8

French Club

Fri 2-5

Tue 3-5

Rock Band

Thu 5-8

App Inventors

Fri 3-5

Business Sharks

Tue 3-5

Fencing: New & Continuing Fencers

Fri 1-8

Chinese Club

Wed K-5

Chess for Middle Schoolers (AM Class) Fri 1-5

Intro to Guitar

Wed 4-5

Spanish Club

Thu K-3

Chess

Thu 1-5

Actors Studio

Thu 1-5

Glass Class

Fri 1-5

Hands-on Electronics

Fri 3-5

Burr

Day 3-D Printing & Design

Mon 6-8

Chess for Middle Schoolers

Tue 6-8

French Club

Mon 1-4

Advanced Chess

Tue 1-8

Actors Studio

Mon 1-5

Rock Band

Tue 5-8

Chess

Tue 1-5

Empowerment Self-Defense for Girls Tue 6-8

Chess

Wed 1-5

Game Design with Python

Tue 6-8

Art Through the Ages

Wed 1-4

Yoga for Middle Schoolers

Wed 6-8

Bigelow

Math Mania

Thu 3-5

The Stock Market Game

Thu 6-8

Fencing: New & Continuing Fencers Tue 1-8

SEW much Fun!

Thu 3-5

The Stock Market Game for Girls

Tue 6-8

Lego Machines & Superheroes too!

Fri 1-3

3-D Printing & Design

Fri 6-8

Spanish Club

Fri 2-5

Business Sharks

Fri 3-5

Bowen

Franklin Chinese Club

Mon K-5

Hands-on Electronics

Mon 3-5

Spanish Club

Tue K-3

Spanish Club

Mon K-2

Cabot at Carr School

Chess

Tue 1-5

Chess

Mon 1-5

French Club

Mon 2-5

Home Alone Safety (Oct 23)

Tue 3-5

Science Lab

Tue K-2

Lego Machines & Superheroes too!

Wed 1-3

Next Gen Lego Robotics

Tue 3-5

Drawing Club

Wed 2-5

Pottery

Wed 1-5

Early-Release Science Days

Girls Science Club: Chemistry & Animal Exploration

Mon 1-3

Lego Imagineers & Design/Build Club Tue K-2

Wed/Thu 1-4

Advanced Drawing

Tue 2-5

French Club

Spanish Club

Wed 1-4

Wed 2-5

Gearheads

Thu K-3

Home Alone Safety (Dec 5)

Home Alone Safety (Sept 27)

Thu 3-5

Wed 3-5

Fri 1-5

Girls Science Club: Chemistry & Animal Exploration

Thu 1-3

Expert Architects

Chess

Wed 3-5

Advanced Chess

Fri 1-5

Lego Imagineers & Design/Build Club Fri K-2

Girls Science Club: Chemistry & Animal Exploration

Fri 1-3

Early-Release Science Days

Wed/Thu 1-4

Pottery

Thu 1-5

Actors Studio

Thu 1-5

Hands-on Electronics

Thu 3-5

Chinese Club

Fri K-5

Lego Machines & Superheroes too!

Fri 1-3

Spanish Club

Fri 2-5

Countryside

Actors Studio

Fri 1-5

French Club

Fri 2-5

Horace Mann

Lego Machines & Superheroes too!

Mon 1-3

Yoga

Mon 1-5

Drawing Club

Mon 2-5

Chess

Tue 1-5

Chinese Club

Wed K-5

Spanish Club

Wed K-3

Girls Science Club: Chemistry & Animal Exploration

Tue 1-3

Chess

Wed 1-5

Pottery

Wed 1-5

Early-Release Science Days

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Wed/Thu 1-4

Fall At a Glance Class

Day Grades

Class

Day Grades

Oak Hill

Class

Day Grades

Williams

Chinese Club

Thu K-5

Science Lab

Fri K-2

Actors Studio

Fri 1-5

Advanced Actors Studio

Fri 2-5

Peirce

Next Gen Lego Robotics

Fri 3-5

Chess

Mon 1-5

Drawing Club

Tue 2-5

Home Alone Safety (Nov 13)

Tue 3-5

Intro to Circuitry

Tue 3-5

Spanish Club

Wed 1-4

Girls Science Club: Chemistry & Animal Exploration

Wed 1-3

Zervas

Wed/Thu 1-4

French Club

Mon 1-4

Girls Science Club: Chemistry & Animal Exploration

Mon 1-3

Volleyball Clinic (evening class)

Mon 1-5

Chinese Club

Tue K-5

Chess

Tue 1-5

Comics Here we Come!

Tue 2-5

Spanish Club

Wed K-3

Glass Class

Wed 1-5

Gearheads

Thu K-3

Lincoln Eliot French Club

Mon 2-5

Next Gen Lego Robotics

Mon 3-5

Chess

Tue 1-5

Actors Studio

Wed 1-5

Spanish Club

Fri K-3

Gearheads

Fri K-3

Mason Rice Advanced Chess

Mon 1-5

Expert Architects

Mon 3-5

Spanish Club

Tue K-1

Chess

Tue 1-5

Hands-on Electronics

Tue 3-5

Basketball Clinic (evening class)

Tue 1-5

Lego Imagineers & Design/Build Club Wed K-2

Archery

Tue 3-8

French Club

Chess for Middle Schoolers

Tue 6-8

Lego Imagineers & Design/Build Club Tue K-2

Early-Release Science Days Expert Architects Underwood

Chess

Tue 1-5

Drawing Club

Thu 2-5

Spanish Club

Thu 2-5

Gearheads

Fri K-3

Home Alone Safety (Oct 26)

Fri 3-5

Intro to Guitar

Fri 4-5

French Club

Tue K-3

Science Lab

Tue K-2

Lego Machines & Superheroes too!

Wed 1-3

Drawing Club

Wed 2-5

Home Alone Safety (Nov 1)

Thu 3-5 Fri 1-3

3-D Printing, Coding, & Design

Thu 3-5

Fri 3-5

Lego Machines & Superheroes too!

Fri 1-3

Math Mania

Fri 3-5

Wed 2-5

Lego Machines & Superheroes too!

Thu 1-3

3-D Printing, Coding, & Design

Art Through the Ages

Thu 1-4

Actors Studio

Fri 1-5

Home Alone Safety (Oct 19)

Fri 3-5

Ward Spanish Club

Mon K-3

Actors Studio

Tue 1-5

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Intro to Circuitry

Tue 3-5

Spanish Club

Wed 2-5

Advanced Chess at Day, page 50 Archery, page 57 Babysitting & CPR, page 55 & 56 Basketball Clinic, page 57 Chess Tournament, page 50 Fencing, page 57 Flag Football, page 57 Home Alone Safety, page 53 Rock Band, page 56 Saturday Sports, page 58 Speech Team, page 56 Volleyball Clinic, page 58

Multi Sports

Tue K-2

3-D Printing, Coding, & Design

Wed 3-5

Morning Yoga & Meditation

Wed 4-5

Girls Science Club: Chemistry & Animal Exploration

Thu 1-3

French Club

Thu 2-5

Chess

Fri 1-5

Drawing Club

Fri 2-5

Fri 3-5

Tue 1-5

Mon 2-5

Comics Here we Come!

Flag Football

Actors Studio

Chinese Club

Girls Science Club: Chemistry & Animal Exploration

Mason Rice Field

Thu 3-5

Mon K-3

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General Info & Policies

POLICIES Access Our classes are open to everyone. 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/Scholarships 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, pairs-rate classes, and other select classes are excluded. Discounts do not apply to materials, food fees, or our Kids classes, and can not be combined. Partial

scholarships are available on a limited basis for Newton residents. Please call 617-5596999 for more information.

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.

Permissions We may occasionally post your work to our website or take pictures of students in our classes to use in promotional materials. Your enrollment in a class indicates your approval for this.

Refunds/Withdrawals You can withdraw up to four days before the start-date of an adult class and seven days before the start-date of a Kids class to receive a refund minus a $10 processing fee, or a credit-on-account minus a $5 fee. The start date is the date printed in our catalog. 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.

Trial Classes We do not offer trial classes.

Weather Cancellations 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; 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.

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

Locations

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.

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

Early-Release Days

Late Fees

Special Circumstances

Please respect our staff and pick up your child on time. There is a $10 fee for every 10 minutes you’re late. At the fourth occurrence, these fees will double.

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

Elementary school classes meet at their regular times on early-release days; check our website for middle school class schedules.

617 559-6999

Pick-Up After Class 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.

Registration Form

Many thanks to these donors to our NEWTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Superintendent Dr. David Fleishman School Committee Mayor Ruthanne Fuller, Ex-officio Ward 1 Bridget Ray-Canada 2 Margaret Albright 3 Anping Shen 4 Diana Fisher Gomberg 5 Steve Siegel 6 Ruth Goldman 7 Kathy Shields 8 Matthew Miller NCE COMMISSION Shadi Aryanpour (chair), Lloyd David, Joyce Leonardo, Renuka Raghavan, Toby Romer, Sydra Schnipper, Laurie Smith Michaels, Carol Stapleton

NEWTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION STAFF Director Karen O’Neill 617-559-6991 Program Director, Kids Lisa Rucinski 617-559-6995 Program Coordinators, Adults Robin Shaevel 617-559-6992 Susan Cassidy 617-559-6710 Support Staff Brenda April 617-559-6994 Susanne Chan-Wong 617-559-6993 Elyssa Klein 617-559-6713 Patricia Mason 617-559-6990

Administrative Assistant Martha Sweet 617-559-6997 Marketing/PR Ursula Steele 617-559-6422 Global Travel Samantha Mandel Student Interns Michael Gaffney Elsa Geer Austen Herlihy Ella Thurber CATALOG Design Elles Gianocostas Printing Turley Publications Distribution Max’s Trucking

scholarship fund and supporters of our program

Amanda April, Helena Azpurua, Clifford Cohen, Lisa Cukier, Deborah Goodman, Drew Lowey, Sonya McKnight, Laura Quincy Jones, Maya Reisz, Russian School of Math, Renee Senes, Tingwa Tam, Alexandra Theall, and Rose Thompson

Night Owls A hearty and somewhat belated welcome to the two ladies on our staff who rule the roost at night. Elyssa Klein runs the show at Newton South. During daytime hours she’s a stylist for Stella & Dot and sells for OneHope Wine. She has a background in marketing and has also worked as an aide at Williams and Underwood. And she’s been a great help at Lifetime Learning, our program for senior citizens. South students: stop and say hi to Elyssa. She is sure to greet you with her signature cheery smile. Kathleen Solange takes over at North when the rest of us go home. She crosses the city from Newton South, where she works during the day as a counselor. With the little free time she has left, Kathleen loves to travel, bake, and cook. She’s a great help to our students and team of interns at North. Make sure you meet her!

Registration Form Name

Birth Date*

Address School*

Grade (Fall ‘18)*

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

(secondary #) Email

* REQUIRED FOR KIDS REGISTRATIONS ONLY

For Kids’ registrations, we must have two DIFFERENT phone numbers, 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

Non-Profit Org. US Postage PAID Permit No. 54826 Boston, MA

Newton Community Education 457 Walnut Street Newton, MA 02460

newtoncommunityed.org

Perfect Pizza

BUS TOURS

If you think your local pizza shop has one up on you, you’ll be thinking again after you take this class. Make mine with spinach and mushroom please!

Have you met Joe and Martha and let them take you for a ride? If not, you don’t know what you’re missing. We’re going to Historic Hartford, New York City, and Newport, RI (at Christmas!).

Crisp & Cheesy

CHESS TOURNAMENT

Save the Date!

Celebrate Newton

Art by Claudia Morris

All of Newton’s best artisans under one roof for your holiday shopping pleasure. Sunday, December 2 at Newton South.

See the Sights

Be a winner! Put your skills to the test at our 3rd-ever NCE chess tournament. Saturday, December 1 at Newton South.

And the winner is...