NCE Catalog - Summer 2019 by Newton Community Education

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SUMMER 2019

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notes cover artist Deb Perugi Deb Perugi is a visual artist who got her start with a ”John Nagy Learn to Draw” kit when she was growing up in Ohio. After graduating from Penn State University with an art degree, Deb moved to the Boston area and became an illustrator at a map company in Cambridge. Her next job was at the Boston Globe, where she worked as an information graphic designer and mapmaker in the editorial design department. After 10 years at the Globe, Deb left to become a freelance graphic and web designer, and she still does both today. After moving to Newton in 1992, Deb added more fun to her day by becoming a jewelry designer and getting involved in the Newton arts scene. After relocating to Framingham in 2013, she decided to change gears and go back to painting. She has retained her connections to Newton through Newton Open Studios. Our cover’s oil painting, “Vermont Valley,” was done four years ago in a plein-air landscape class Deb attended at Concord Art Association. She is currently painting in a more abstract, expressionist style using oil and cold wax as a medium. She finds painting every day a pleasure. See all of Deb’s paintings—old and new—at www.perugistudio.com.

What art is for you?

what’s new? HIT THE ROAD Great American Road Trip Tour the USA the old-fashioned way—by automobile. Join us for tips you’d need thousands of miles to figure out on your own, and start planning your big getaway. See page 11.

You Got This— Auto Repair In further preparation for that road trip, take this class. Learn about basic car maintenance, troubleshooting, and common problems you may encounter anywhere that vehicle takes you. See page 21.

Adults: see our Art & Photography classes on page 5. Kids: we have lots of art classes for you too. See page 26. contact us

our mission summer plans? CALLING ALL KIDS Do what you love or try something new with NCE this summer. See page 26 where all the fun starts.

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 Phone: 617-559-6999 Fax: 617-559-6998 Newton South High School Room 9208 140 Brandeis Road Newton Centre MA 02459 Phone: 617-559-6508 Summer Office Hours Monday–Friday 8:30am–5pm, until 8pm when evening classes are in session: Newton North on Tuesdays & Thursdays Newton South on Wednesdays staff@newtoncommunityed.org

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summer 2019 featured teacher LISA WB WALKER “Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Walker! Do I have to make a heart coil pot? I want to make something different.” Mrs. Walker: “As long as you use the coil technique and scratch and attach with slip, you can explore any idea you would like.” As an art instructor here, I’ve appreciated that Newton Community Education has supported my style of teaching art to children, teens, and adults: I teach them the skills they need to succeed, then act as their guide as they define and work toward their own unique goals; along the way I add “tools to their toolbox” to increase their problem-solving skills. I allow students of all ages the opportunity to learn through play. Teaching art in this way lays the groundwork for a diverse community of creative thinkers. When I was a child, I would pretend to be sick so I could stay home from school and color. On rare occasions, my mother would agree to “give me the day off”. We’d eat grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup and we’d color. Creative play was something I needed as a child, and my wise mother gave me lots of opportunities. I fostered creative play with my own children, but as a working parent, my approach looked a little different from my childhood experience. I sought outside programs that encouraged creative play and learning opportunities. NCE has these amazing programs, and that’s why I’ve felt so privileged to teach for them. Sign-ups for my summer pottery class are now open for kids and adults. Take advantage of this great opportunity to explore a medium that has so much to offer, and enjoy your own creative play. To learn more about Lisa WB Walker, Artist and Instructor, see her website at www.lisawbwalker.com.

Learn with Lisa! Adults: See her Pottery class on page 18. Kids: See Clay Workshop on page 31.

adult classes Art & Photography.....................................5 Business & Career.....................................23 Computers & Technology..........................22 Crafts.......................................................18 Dance & Fitness........................................12 English Language Learners (ELL)..............23 Food & Drink..............................................9 GED®/HiSet®............................................23 Home & Garden........................................20 Languages.................................................7 Mind, Body, & Soul...................................14 Money & Real Estate................................21 Music & Theatre Arts................................16 Recreation & Travel...................................11 Writing & Literature.................................17

kids classes All Kids Classes.........................................26 Sports......................................................39 Summer School........................................41 NCE TECH..................................................42 Driver’s Ed/College Prep...........................43 Summer at a Glance ...........................44-45

nuts & bolts General Info & Policies .............................46 Registration Form....................................47 Staff Picks..................................................4

Take time off; try something new, too.

Adult summer classes run Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for just five weeks in June–July. So enjoy those long weekends, and in between, sample an NCE class. New this summer: early evening classes. Be home in time to take in the summer sunset.

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staff picks Robin’s picks Contemplate Before You Click Claudia Ruiz-Gustafson (page 7) As a photographer myself, I know how easy it is to take lots of pictures with my iPhone, and then just delete the ones not worth saving. But remember when you had to really think before you took a picture? That’s what this instructor is all about; she’ll teach you to slow down, take photos that are more meaningful to you, and bring more depth to your work. What a great idea!

Succulent Buttercream Cupcakes Sandra Frezza (page 10) Little, green succulents lined the walkway leading to my grandparents’ backyard when I was growing up. My mom keeps these cute plants on her windowsill and has given cuttings to my daughter, so we have them now too. Our instructor designs them on cupcakes. Come see why they’re becoming such a hit in the cake decorating scene. They’re adorable, and sweet too!

Organize, Clean & Renovate Faina Shapiro (page 21) I don’t know about you, but I sometimes find it difficult to get organized during the school year, especially in the dark winter months. That’s why I’m excited to offer this class over the summer, when I’m ready to open my windows, let the sunshine in, and tackle those home projects. Our instructor is passionate about getting organized, and I think you will be too after you take her class. She’s got great tips for cleaning and renovating too.

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

Susan’s picks

Lisa’s picks

Canasta Linda Lourie (page 11)

NCE TECH Coding with Kids staff (page 42)

I’ve been looking for a canasta instructor for a while, and hooray I finally found one. Linda’s a retired second grade teacher who has introduced hundreds of folks to canasta; for her, it’s about bringing together friends who haven’t met yet. For the record, I’m also looking for instructors for pinochle and cribbage; I’m all about bringing back vintage games.

My son traveled to Boston and Waltham for summer technology camps years ago. But you don’t have to go that far. New this summer we have programming classes for high schoolers right here at NCE. Kids can learn to code with Java, Python or Arduino, without a car trip to do so.

Kickboxing Katina McClain (page 13) When our new Pilates instructor suggested that we try offering her kickboxing class too, I initially hesitated. Kickboxing seems to be on the opposite end of the workout spectrum from Pilates. But Katina explained why together they’re a good fit (pun intended!) for someone looking for a full-body workout. We’re running them back-to-back this summer, to see if you’re interested in more classes like this for the fall.

Don Quixote: Madman or Visionary? Tracy Marks (page 17) I hadn’t a clue as to how popular this novel is—nor how rich a story—until Tracy suggested doing The Ingenious Gentleman Sir Quixote of La Mancha for her summer reading program with us. Tracy’s fabulously well-prepared and her enthusiasm for this task really impressed me. It might be daunting to take on a book this long, but you can do it as a group!

Every kind of Art Studio! Various (pages 26–33) I hit the jackpot with art teachers of every kind this summer. It’s like we’re an arts camp—we have classes for serious and/or just-for-fun artists, actors, and cooks. There are too many new classes to talk about here, but I’m particularly excited to see what kids make in Modern Mosaics, how they act in Curtain Calls, and if they fool folks with Imposter Baking.

Chess Intensive Ross Eldridge & Nicholas Sterling (page 38) These two teachers have inspired a new generation of chess enthusiasts. They have followings at all the schools where they teach during the year, and their students are winning trophies in tournaments near and far. I’m delighted that both are teaching week-long classes for us this summer. A great strategy for your future triumphs is to sign up now.

Art & Photography

Art & Photography Basic Drawing Gary Tucker, 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. Bring a $7 materials fee payable to the instructor, and a 9x12 sketchbook, kneaded eraser, 2B, 4B, and 6B pencils, and a pencil sharpener.

A100-S19 $199 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–9pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2

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Academic Drawing for Beginners

Advanced Drawing with Still Life

Jack Neylan, Instructor

Paola Page, Instructor

Welcome to the academy! So that you don’t have to time-travel to Europe in the 16th century, we’re bringing that form of art education direct to you. You’ll learn the rigorous style of drawing, painting, and sculpture taught in the European academies, but in a much more relaxed setting. You’ll work with graphite and charcoal, beginning with recreating master drawings and anatomical studies, moving to drawing from sculptures, and gradually working towards drawing a live model. By the end of the course you’ll be a certified 16th-century realist artist.

See the world in a new light—then draw it. Still-life drawing starts with careful observation inspired by the natural world around us. You’ll work on strengthening your powers of observation, and you’ll develop the skills and confidence to render shape, texture, size, and proportion. By the end of class, you’ll have a small portfolio of drawings to display as fine art or use as a basis for an edition of prints.

A model fee of $5-$10 is payable in class. Bring a drawing pad (17x24) and graphite pencil. Additional materials will be discussed.

A691-S19 $159 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3 New

Botanical Drawing

Portrait Drawing

Paola Page, Instructor

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-S19 $169 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 5–7pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4 Love this class! I think I’ll take it forever!!!

What makes a great portrait? Learn basic drawing techniques and anatomy to help convey facial features, character, and expression with graphite and charcoal. We’ll examine examples of classical and contemporary portraits, and discuss a variety of themes—including popular culture—to inspire your ideas, observations, and interpretations. You’ll leave class with several original portraits and a new understanding of what makes a great one. Bring a box of willow or vine charcoal, compressed charcoal, charcoal pencil, polymer, a kneaded eraser, an Ebony graphite pencil, and a 16 x 20 white paper drawing pad.

A163-S19 $179 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3

A materials list will be emailed.

A321-S19 $169 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:15–9:30pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4 New

Beginning with Watercolors Jack Neylan, Instructor Explore the fundamentals and enjoy the surprises of painting with watercolors. Through instructor demonstrations and a series of exercises, you’ll learn a variety of techniques, develop your own style, and become more comfortable painting with this media. We’ll review each other’s work and engage in class critiques, emphasizing personal expression in our creative and relaxed environment. New and returning students welcome. Bring a $7 fee for still-life setups payable to the instructor. Required materials list is available online.

A193-S19 $169 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4

Materials List For most art classes you will need to purchase materials before the start of class. Check your course listing on our website for specifics.

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Art & Photography

Advancing with Watercolors

Photography

Gary Tucker, Instructor If you have some prior experience with watercolor and drawing and wish to further develop as a watercolorist, join us. You’ll learn design, composition, and watercolor technique through a series of weekly projects. The projects will be supported by tutorials, short videos, and other teaching materials. Class time will include demonstrations, a review of homework, and time for practice. Classes will foster personal expression in a creative and relaxed environment. New and returning students welcome. Required materials list is available online.

A563-S19 $199 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3

Portrait Painting Jack Neylan, Instructor Paint portraits with acrylic. Acrylic is a relatively new medium in the history of painting, but its vibrancy of color and quick-drying aspect make it perfect for portrait painting. In this class we’ll look at classical and contemporary works of art and examine what qualities make an effective portrait. We’ll start by making our versions of famous portrait paintings and photographs, then for a final project, you’ll create a painting based on a photograph of your choosing. A materials list will be emailed to students.

A571-S19 $159 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2 Jack was an outstanding instructor. He was great about explaining and demonstrating each step of portrait drawing. He also handed out very helpful handouts. He was very patient and gave each student individual attention and supportive critique.

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Take Better Pictures With Your Digital Camera Julie Williams-Krishnan, Instructor New

Painting Landscapes: Intermediate-Advanced Paola Page, Instructor Join us for an exploration of natural landscapes with acrylic paints. Using personal images and photographs you bring to class, we’ll create landscapes with influences of the past, present, and even future. We will also look at various artists including Henri Matisse, Claude Monet, and David Hockney, among others, and review their methods. We’ll study their use of light, color, and paint application; and examine their techniques through underpainting, blending, and classic feathering. A materials list will be emailed to registered students.

A589-S19 $175 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 5–7:15pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2

Advancing with Abstract Painting Paola Page, Instructor 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 about the various processes of contemporary painting. Class time will cover individual interpretation, group critiques, and contemporary art discourse. New and returning experienced students welcome. A materials list is available online. For questions email paolapage6@gmail.com.

A162-S19 $175 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:15–9:30pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2

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.

A671-S19 $79 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm July 16–30

Digital Photography: Beyond Beginner Julie Williams-Krishnan, 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-S19 $109 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9:30pm July 16–30

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Spanish: Beginner

Spanish: Intermediate

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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.

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.

Bring your camera to class, along with six of your printed photographs for sharing.

A674-S19 $99 3 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–8pm July 17–31

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

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

L233-S19 $125 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–8pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3

L210-S19-1 $129 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 5–7pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2 & 23 L210-S19-2 $129 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 10am–12pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3 & 24

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L114-S19 $129 4 Tuesdays @ Newton South 10am–12pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2 & 23

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Spanish: Advanced Soledad Phelan, Instructor

Spanish: Beyond Beginner Soledad Phelan, Instructor You’ve passed through Beginner Spanish and are ready to learn about conditional, progressive, and compound tenses, adjectives, adverbs and more. You’ll sharpen your conversational, writing, and speaking skills while you improve your vocabulary. Prerequisite: our Spanish: Beginner classes, or comparable experience. Required textbook is Practical Spanish Grammar by Prado, 2nd edition.

L212-S19-1 $129 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2 & 23 L212-S19-2 $129 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 12–2pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3 & 24

Required textbook is the most recent edition of Practical Spanish by Prado.

Required textbook is Practical Spanish Grammar by Prado, 2nd edition.

Slow down to make the practice of photography meaningful to you. Instagram and Facebook are crammed with images we take in an instant and consume just as fast, but you can learn to create images that nurture your spirit and help you be more present, thus more genuinely creative. We’ll view the work of artists who use photography as a spiritual tool, including our instructor. We’ll start with a brief presentation on photographic principles of light, texture, line, perspective, and composition. We’ll have hands-on activities in each class, as well as weekly assignments. All levels and camera types welcome.

Claudia Ruiz-Gustafson, Instructor

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Immerse yourself in Spanish! We will discuss current events, Spanish culture, food, travel, and topics of your choice. You’ll improve your fluency through role playing and presentations, and we’ll review grammar when needed. If you know the basics of Spanish grammar (present, past, and future tenses) and have a basic command of the vocabulary, join us to improve your speaking skills.

L598-S19 $129 4 Tuesdays @ Newton South 12–2pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2 & 23

Speed Spanish I, II, & III Dan Mikels, Instructor Imagine yourself speaking, reading and writing Spanish. Now you can with Speed Spanish! In the beginning class, you’ll learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish words together to form sentences. Continue with the advanced levels to reinforce your learning, whether you’re taking it online or in-person. In no time at all, you’ll be able to go into any Spanish-speaking situation and converse. These are online classes. See online class description for syllabus and more information.

L132-S19-O $125 (Speed Spanish I) L133-S19-O $125 (Speed Spanish II) L135-S19-O $125 (Speed Spanish III) 6 week online class June 12–August 2 www.newtoncommunityed.org

Languages

Italian: Beginner

Italian: Advanced

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Romina Crociani, 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.

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.

French: Beyond Beginner– Intermediate

Italian: Beyond Beginner Romina Crociani, Instructor Continuamo a divertirci in Italiano! Let’s continue to have fun with Italian! Using a communicative and inductive approach, you’ll further develop your language skills through readings and conversations. Prerequisite: our Italian: Beginner class or comparable experience. The required books are Italian Made Simple, by Cristina Mazzoni, and an Italian dictionary.

L110-S19 $129 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2

Italian: Intermediate Romina Crociani, Instructor 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. 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. Bring an Italian dictionary. Additional text will be discussed in class.

L310-S19 $129 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4 8

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Bring an Italian dictionary.

L101-S19 $129 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4

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

L102-S19 $129 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2 ime yt

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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 and a copy a copy of Ultimate French: Beginner-Intermediate, by Heminway.

L141-S19 $129 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2 Teacher’s method of engaging students in the class discussions

Bon Voyage: Intermediate French & Beyond

L103-S19 $129 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2

The required books are Italian Made Simple by Cristina Mazzoni, and an Italian dictionary.

Phil Kaplan, Instructor

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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.

L244-S19 $139 5 Mondays @ Newton South 10:30am–12:30pm June 24–July 29 No class July 1

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French Conversation & Cooking Phil Kaplan, Instructor Sharpen your French speaking skills and explore the art of French cuisine in this just-for-French-lovers cooking class. You’ll get step-by-step instructions on preparing the classics of the French table—coq au vin, vol au vent, steak tartare, bouillabaisse, ratatouille, and more. You’ll learn the nomenclatures for all of the ingredients, the kitchenware, and the cooking methods and processes. We’ll also share recommendations for how to find the best ingredients locally. This class will be taught entirely in French; join us if you’re a beyond beginner to intermediate-level French language and culture enthusiast.

L136-S19 $89 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–7pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3

Discover Sign Language Erin Trimble, Instructor It’s truly amazing that we can communicate just by using our hands! Add different facial expressions, and you have a conversation. You’ll begin with an introduction to the language itself, and learn to create the signs for numbers and alphabets so you can fingerspell proper names and learn to sign phrases and expand to complete sentences. You’ll also gain an introduction to the world of the Deaf culture and explore topics such as lipreading, baby signs, and the career of interpreting. By the end of the course, when you meet a Deaf person, you’ll be ready to sign! This is an online class. See the online course description for the course syllabus and details.

L255-S19-O $125 6 week online class June 12–August 2

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Cut Like a Knife Robin Kalis, Instructor Can you tell your brunoise from your batonnet? What’s the difference between chiffonade and julienne? Your knife is one of the most used tools in your kitchen, so it’s high time for you to learn to use it safely and effectively. In this class, we’ll hone your basic knife skills, learn tips and tricks, then practice fundamental cuts for vegetables. We will mince, dice, brunoise, julienne, and chop. The foods we prepare will vary and may include dishes like caramelized onion tart, pico de gallo, and a hearty seasonal salad. Finally, we’ll cover how to purchase, clean, sharpen, and store knives. Bring a $15 fee payable to the instructor. Bring a chef ’s knife and paring knife, a cutting board, kitchen towel, and take-home containers.

F272-S19 $49 Wednesday June 26 @ Newton South 5:30–8pm 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-S19 $49 Wednesday July 24 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm Jeff Klein was informative, engaging and made learning fun! Food was great too !

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. Our walk takes place rain or shine. You must be 21 for this tour. Location will be emailed.

F676-S19 $85 Sunday July 14 @ Jamaica Plain 11am–1:30pm New

Fermenting Foods for Beginners 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 and a glass jar to take home live kombucha culture.

F329-S19 $59 Wednesday July 10 @ Newton South 6–9pm

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Indian Summer Cooking Shruti Mehta, Instructor In India the summers are hot and humid. While we in the United States eagerly await summer, people in India generally dread the onslaught of heat. But with this heat comes an abundance of mangoes, corn, mint and leafy vegetables, along with an amazing array of cool summer recipes to satisfy your spice craving. Join us to experience these recipes with fresh summer ingredients. Possible recipes may include a breakfast favorite, corn poha (pressed rice with fresh corn and spices), spinach bhajia (fritters), accompanied by a sweet and sour date chutney dipping sauce, curried mixed greens, and yogurt rice with mint, a southern specialty. The class will end with mango kulfi, a blend of mango pulp with ice cream, topped with fresh mango pieces, cardamom and nuts. Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor.

Davis Square Food Tour

Food & Drink

Off The Beaten Path Food Tours Tour Guide, Instructor 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. Our walk takes place rain or shine. Location will be emailed.

F523-S19 $75 Sunday June 30 @ Davis Square, Somerville 2–5pm

F458-S19 $55 Wednesday July 17 @ Newton South 6–9pm

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Succulent Buttercream Cupcakes

Vegetarian Chinese Dumplings

Sandra Frezza, Instructor

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 tofu and vegetable 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. Bring a $15 food fee payable to the instructor.

F279-S19 $49 Wednesday July 31 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

Adorn your cupcakes with realistic-looking succulent plants made out of buttercream. You’ll learn to make a variety of cactus plants and desert roses. We’ll provide icing and decorating tools; you’ll take home a flower nail, as well as several decorating tips and bags for future decorating projects. Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor, 10-12 cupcakes, and a box or carrier.

F499-S19 $45 Thursday July 25 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm

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July 4th Flag Cake Sandra Frezza, Instructor Bring the celebration to your picnic table this summer. Using fondant and buttercream frosting; edible paint in red, white and blue; and basic cake-decorating tools, you’ll master techniques to create a stunning flag cake. Once you learn this skill, you can use it on cupcakes and cookies too. We’ll provide fondant, icing, and decorating tools; you’ll take home tools—including a swirl tip, bags, and a fondant tool—as well as your edible flag masterpiece. Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor, an unfrosted rectangular cake (any size shaped like a flag), and a box or carrier.

F532-S19 $55 Thursday June 27 @ Newton North 6–9pm

Seduction by Chocolate Holli Bassin, Instructor Good news for chocolate lovers: organic dark chocolate can improve your libido and has other important health benefits too. Want to learn more? Come discuss chocolate’s history, the basics of chocolate processing, why processed milk chocolate is different for our bodies than dark chocolate, and why the percentage of cacao in your chocolate bar may not be a sign of its nutritional content. We’ll also experience the correct technique for tasting chocolate—it is like a wine tasting, but better. By the end of class, you’ll learn to really enjoy a food you love, and live a (chocolate) bit healthier too! Bring a $5 food fee payable to the instructor.

F845-S19 $25 Tuesday June 25 @ Newton North 7–8:15pm

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Canasta for Beginners Linda Lourie, Instructor Discover the rules, scoring, and strategies for playing Canasta, once the most popular card game in America. You’ll play in groups of four, and quickly learn to start and build on melds of three or more cards and to earn bonuses, by forming canastas (melds of seven cards or more). Each week you’ll learn more about the game—and you’ll play—so come prepared for a lively evening. Canasta (Spanish for “basket”) originated in South America, quickly spread to the US and Europe, becoming quite the craze. Let’s bring it back! You do not need to bring cards.

R111-S19 $109 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2

Chess Strategy Ross Eldridge, Instructor 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. Bring a chess set if you have one.

R307-S19 $135; $225/pair 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4

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Michele Grzenda, Instructor Explore a local park or two with our knowledgeable guide and learn to identify birds by sight and sound. Summer is a great time to be outdoors—we’re sure to see and hear 15-20 bird species commonly found in our neighborhoods, wetlands, and forests. You’ll get an intro to field identification techniques such as general shape, color, and behavior, and learn to differentiate similar birds likely to be in and around Newton during the summer. We’ll stop to listen as well, since learning to identify bird song is sometimes easier than spotting the elusive creatures. Class takes place rain or shine and starts promptly; no late arrivals, please. Bring a pair of binoculars, bug spray, and a field guide, if you have one. Directions emailed to registered students. Dress for the weather.

R288-S19-1 $45 Wednesday June 26 @ Newton Center 6:30–8:30pm R288-S19-2 $45 Wednesday July 10 @ Auburndale 7–9am Michele is incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic. She makes learning a pleasure!

Bike Repair & Maintenance

Recreation & Travel

Summer Bird Walks

Recreation & Travel

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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.)

R100-S19 $39 Saturday June 15 @ Watertown 9:15–11:15am

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Great American Road Trip Joe Cali, Instructor If you’re ready to tour the USA but are not sure how to start, join us to plan your ultimate road trip. Our instructor has a bucket list of 101 items to interest every passenger in your group. You’ll learn about the country’s best and most interesting museums, state fairs, historic homes, monuments, national parks, oddities, and, of course, food. This class will help you avoid costly mistakes, save you planning time, and give you tested insider tips that would take hundreds of hours and thousands of miles for you figure out on your own. You’ll take the bucket list home for final planning on your own.

R114-S19 $55 Tuesday June 25 @ Newton North 6–9pm

Going Solar: Adding a Rooftop Solar System Craig Forman, Instructor You’ve seen solar panels popping up on rooftops all over town and have probably heard from suppliers offering to give you a free quote. Due to generous tax incentives and the relatively high cost of electricity, MA is one of the best states for adding a rooftop solar energy system. We’ll discuss the components of a solar photovoltaic (PV) system and what it can do for both the environment and your household budget. We’ll investigate purchasing versus leasing, what to look for when selecting a supplier, system design, financing, how to calculate breakeven time, and the steps to follow to bring your rooftop solar system online.

R285-S19 $45; $70/pair Tuesday July 9 @ Newton North 7–9pm

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New York, New York: The Guggenheim, The Park, & More

Dance & Fitness

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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.

Hop on board—we’re going to New York! First stop is Park Avenue: walk on your own to iconic destinations like Radio City Music Hall or Rockefeller Center; shop at the massive Apple store or even Tiffany’s; or stroll in nearby Central Park and grab your lunch (and dinner for later) at one of the many cafes, restaurants, or street vendors. Next up is the Guggenheim Museum. Considered the “crown jewel” of architect Frank Lloyd Wright, it’s filled with works by Cezanne, Degas, Picasso, and more. Heading home, we’ll point out highlights of the city; we’ll also stop at a rest stop for a break and a bite. Our ever-entertaining tour guides will share stories, songs, and trivia along the way.

Vermont: Woodstock & Weston

R101-S19 $145 Saturday August 24 7am–10pm ime yt

Endless Byways Travel staff, Tour Guides Enjoy an easygoing and entertaining trip to this bucolic nearby state. First we’ll stop at a cider orchard to stretch our legs and sample local treats. Next we’ll visit the world-renowned Simon Pearce Mill to view a glass-blowing demonstration and see the finest examples of craftsmanship. You’ll have lunch on your own in the beautiful village of Woodstock, an ideal spot for strolling and shopping. Then we’ll travel the back roads of Vermont, crossing a famous covered bridge on our way to the timeless Vermont Country Store in Weston, where you can find candies and other keepsakes that bring you back to your childhood. Like all trips guided by Martha and Joe, this tour includes stories, samples, and laughter.

R109-S19 $125 Saturday September 14 7am–9pm

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Olde Cape Cod & the Wellfleet Oyster Festival

Endless Byways Travel staff, Tour Guides

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Endless Byways Travel staff, Tour Guides Visit the Cape when the air is crisp and the colors are vibrant. We’ll head to the quaint village of Wellfleet for the annual Oyster Festival, one of the top 100 festivals in the USA, according to Travel Channel. These oysters are considered among the sweetest and tastiest in the US, but the festival is much more than just about oysters—it has local food vendors of all types, as well as artists, musicians, and entertainers. Next, we’ll stop in Hyannis for a guided tour of the Kennedy Legacy Trail. See where JFK made his presidential acceptance speech, and the church that his family members still attend. We’ll also stop at the JFK Museum before we head back home.

R110-S19 $125 Saturday October 19 8am–7:30pm

For all our motorcoach tours Seating is limited and registration is required at least 14 days before the trip date. Trip takes place rain or shine. Price includes all admission fees and gratuities. Directions to departure spot and free parking in Newtonville emailed to registered students.

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-S19 $109; $175/pair 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7:35–9:05pm July 10–31

Belly Dancing Amanda “Hanan” Leone, Instructor Immerse yourself in the captivating music and dance of the Middle East. This beautiful dance form cultivates grace, flexibility, and appreciation of your body, as well as the joyful embodiment that is essential to raqs sharqi. Classes include guidance on developing healthy posture and alignment, introduction to Middle Eastern rhythms and cultural context of the dance, movements including hip circles, figure 8’s, shimmies, and undulations. All levels welcome; and 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.

D104-S19 $79 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8pm July 9–30

Dance & Fitness

Dance Salsa

Mat Pilates: Beginners

Justin Weinstein, Instructor

Katina McClain, Instructor

Give the Gift of Learning

Welcome to Salsa! You’ll start each lesson learning the basic beat and foot work, then we’ll focus on a single Salsa pattern. You’ll learn to properly turn your partner, the cross body lead, the hammerlock, haircombs, beginner dips, and so much more! Each week you’ll learn entirely new moves and patterns, so bring your dancing shoes. For the Beyond Beginner class, you’ll go more in depth with intermediate patterns, partner dance moves, and more. You must have taken our Beginner class, or have equivalent experience with the basic steps listed above.

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.

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Bring a change of shoes that will spin but not slip on a wood floor. We recommend suede or leather-soled shoes.

Bring a mat and a water bottle.

D215-S19-Beginner $95; $155/pair 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–8pm June 27–August 1, No class July 4

D285-S19 $95 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:55–7:55pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3

D215-S19-Beyond Beginner $95; $155/pair 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 8–9pm June 27–August 1, No class July 4

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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. Wear comfortable clothes; you’ll be working out in socks.

D282-S19 $65 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 8–9pm July 9–23

Yoga, Qigong, and Tai Chi classes are listed in our Mind, Body, & Soul category. See page 15 for details.

Kickboxing Katina McClain, Instructor Improve your cardiovascular fitness level, burn fat, and tone muscle in this invigorating conditioning class. You’ll get a high-energy cardio workout, fusing elements of kickboxing and interval training. We’ll focus on the enhancement of endurance and strength training including basic boxing punches, kicks, squats, and interval cardio exercises such as running and strength training. Open to all fitness levels. Bring a water bottle and clean athletic shoes to change into.

D119-S19 $95 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 8–9pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3

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 a racket and nine tennis balls (three cans).

D116-S19 $150 6 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8pm June 25–August 6 No class July 2

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-S19 $150 6 Tuesdays @ Newton North 8–9pm June 25–August 6 No class July 2 Teacher was excellent at explaining technique and very patient

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Mind, Body, & Soul

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Crystal Energies Elizabeth Colburn-Moraites, Instructor Use crystals for self- and distance-healing. Learn how a single crystal can deliver one kind of healing energy—one stone may ground, another may relax, and others may fill an individual with love—and how to combine crystals to make a grid or layout, from which their unique gifts can provide stronger impact. We can create grids for earth healing, peace within a group, or even protection for a home or office. We can use layouts on individuals for healing, empowerment, and stress relief. In this class, we’ll review several recipes and discuss ways to customize them for our desired benefits. We’ll use our instructor’s crystal-healing tool kit to examine effective solutions. Wear comfortable clothing, and bring a notebook and a phone or camera to shoot crystals if you’d like.

P712-S19 $49 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm July 16 & 23

Mind-Body Aromatherapy Cher Kore, Instructor Essential oils can encourage positive emotions and reduce negative ones. Learn to use them to improve your health and well-being. We’ll discuss how essential oils such as lavender, mandarin, and chamomile can help you relax and ease insomnia, and how oils like peppermint, rosemary, and pine needle can keep you alert and clear-headed. You will also learn about oils to support confidence, happiness, stress-reduction, inner peace, and more. In class, we will make an aromatherapy mister for you to enjoy and share at home. Bring a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor.

P322-S19 $39 Tuesday June 25 @ Newton North 6–8pm This was a very enjoyable course. Cher was very knowledgeable and a delightful instructor.

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Mindfulness & Positive Psychology

Dating, Relationships, Flirting, & More

Jeanne Mayell, Instructor

Judith Swack, 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.

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

P144-S19 $75 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 5:30–7:30pm July 9 & 16

Tap Away Stress 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-S19 $45 Thursday June 27 @ Newton North 7–9pm

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

P324-S19 $45 Wednesday June 26 @ Newton South 7–9pm New

Turn Negative Attitudes Positive Judith Swack, Instructor Do you wish you had more self-worth, were more motivated, or had a better attitude? Installing affirmations can help improve your outlook on life. An affirmation is an uplifting positive statement that you would like to believe but don’t. Most methods for installing affirmations include repeatedly reading, writing, or verbalizing these sentences. Not only is this labor intensive, it doesn’t actually work. Repetition is a conscious mind exercise. In contrast, beliefs are something you feel in the unconscious mind. In this fascinating seminar, you will learn a simple technique for directly erasing negative emotions from the unconscious mind and installing affirmations spontaneously. Bring your favorite affirmations to class!

P452-S19 $45 Wednesday July 24 @ Newton South 7–9pm

Mind, Body, & Soul

P469-S19 $75 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8pm July 9–30 New

The Secrets of Self Care Karen Koebbeman, Instructor Make happiness and pleasure a priority in your life. Sound selfish? That’s what extreme self-care is all about. Discover where you’re deprived and give yourself permission to accept the highest standards for your health, relationships, and overall well-being. You’ll learn about self-love, discover the power of routine, and create your own “soul space” that gives you energy to be your best. Get tips on how to say no, let go of control, listen to your body, limit negative energy, and find your voice in difficult situations. You’ll leave class with a personalized road map that aligns with who you are and what you need most.

P673-S19 $39 Thursday July 11 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Y181-S19 $139/Six sessions; $129/Five sessions (perfect if you’re going away for a week this summer) 6 Fridays @ Durant-Kenrick House 9:30–10:30am July 12–August 16

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-S19 $39 Thursday July 18 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Morning Yoga

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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.

Y101-S19 $169 6 Wednesdays @ Durant-Kenrick House 8:45–9:45am July 3–August 7 New

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Chair Yoga Barbara Perlo, Instructor Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair, or standing using a chair for support. Our instructor will guide you with compassion, expertise, and humor to introduce you to yoga which can help you increase your strength and flexibility, focus and concentration, and discover inner calm—all while having fun. This class will use chairs to avoid the difficulty of

Calming Stress Judith Poole, Instructor Has anyone ever told you calm down—yet you’re under so much pressure calming down at that moment seems impossible? Learn how to recruit your body’s built-in ability to calm stress. You may already be familiar with effective tools like taking a slow deep breath, but we’ll go over methods that may be new to you, such as massaging specific points on your hands or neck, or imagining yourself transported to a favorite place in nature. There’ll be handouts and plenty of practice time. If you took this class earlier, there’ll be some additions. You’re always welcome to return to review and deepen your practice.

Y260-S19 $65 2 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm July 11 & 18

Tai Chi: Beginner

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.

Susan Trotter, Instructor

Richard Geller, Instructor

getting down or up off the floor. If you have never tried a yoga class, give this one a try!

Stress Less – Learn to Meditate

Finding Love Through Online Dating

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Detlef Kraus, Instructor Reap the many valuable benefits of Tai Chi, an exercise method that’s been part of Chinese culture for centuries. Because of its movement and mind/body focus, the positive effects of Tai Chi on balance, relaxation, and sustained mental attention have been recognized by those who engage in athletic activities such as dance, skating, skiing, tennis, golf, and other sports. In this program, we’ll explore movement essentials and the mind-body connection, in accordance with the principles and techniques of Tai Chi. Wear comfortable clothes.

Y107-S19 $109/six classes; $95/five classes 6 Fridays @ Durant-Kenrick House 1–2pm June 14–July 26 No class July 5

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Music & Theatre Arts

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Verbal Self-Defense

Qigong

Rona Fischman, Instructor

Roger Wood, Instructor Discover a new way to relax and revitalize—well, it’s not really new, since it’s been practiced in China for centuries. Qigong (pronounced Chee Gung), is a gentle sequence of mind, body, and breath exercises that benefit your overall health. These simple, mindful movements allow your internal energy (Qi) to circulate throughout your body, promoting relaxation and revitalization of your body and your mind. Qigong’s many benefits include improved posture and blood circulation, centeredness, mental clarity, enhanced energy, and overall well-being. Join us to learn and practice these exercises and make them part of your everyday life.

Y114-S19 $79 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–7:30pm July 10–31

Alexander Technique: Improve Posture & Relieve Pain Jill Geiger, Instructor Interested in improving your posture, moving with ease, and relieving stiffness, pain, and tension? Poor posture, stress, and neck/ back/shoulder pains are often caused by unrecognized habits of tension. By teaching you how to recognize and unlearn these common habits, the Alexander Technique provides the means to restore your innate good posture, balance and poise. For over 120 years, performers, athletes, and individuals of all ages have used this 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-S19 $45 Wednesday July 10 @ Newton South 7–9pm Pilates and more vigorous classes are listed in our Dance & Exercise category. See page 12.

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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.

Music & Theatre Arts Play the Ukulele Arnold Rosen, Instructor 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 your ukulele.

Y240-S19 $45 Tuesday July 23 @ Newton North 7–9pm

M470-S19 $89 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 5:30–6:30pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2

Active Bystander Training

Intro to Guitar

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-S19 $45 Tuesday July 30 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Arnold Rosen, Instructor Gain a strong foundation in the basics of this versatile instrument by learning to play songs. Building from week to week, we’ll cover the fundamentals of holding, tuning, and strumming. You’ll develop finger strength, dexterity, and muscle memory while learning chords, melodies, and rhythms. If you’re just learning for the first time, 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. Bring a guitar along with a folder, and a pen.

M106-S19 $89 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:40–7:40pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2

Guitar: Beyond Beginner Arnold Rosen, Instructor 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,

Writing & Literature

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. Bring your guitar.

M339-S19 $89 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:45–8:45pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2

Guitar Jam Phil Kaplan, Instructor 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. Bring your guitar.

M783-S19 $89 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 8:30–9:45pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3

about music or music theory; all you need is to be able to carry a tune. Bring your ideas, an instrument if you have one, a notebook and pen to class (piano provided).

M142-S19 $115 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3 New

Understand Modern Dance Kelley Donovan, Instructor Leave your dancing shoes at home. Join us to learn about dance as a contemporary art form. We’ll discuss current issues in dance, and compare points of view as expressed by major choreographers as we consider their unique contributions to the dance world. Through readings, videos, and discussion, you’ll gain a critical perspective and enhance your appreciation of dance as an exciting and ever-changing performance art. We’ll explore significant choreographers and dancers including Isadora Duncan, Ballet Russe, Balanchine, Martha Graham, Merce Cunningham, Mark Morris, Alvin Ailey, Jose Limon, Twyla Tharp, and many more.

M841-S19 $115 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm July 9–30

Phil Kaplan, Instructor Take that line or two of lyrics or snippet of a melody that came to you in a dream, and turn it into a song with verses, a chorus, and maybe even an instrumental bridge. We’ll examine song-forms, rhythmic, melodic, and lyrical devices and models that the masters use. Just like writing a short story, learn to recognize and/or uncover the story you want to tell through your song, and then choose the devices that will enable you to fully realize your idea. You don’t need to know anything And on the business side, see page 23 for our classes on Marketing Yourself for On Camera Work and On Camera Presentation Skills.

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 includes lecture, storytelling, discussion, and film clips.

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Don Quixote: Madman or Visionary? Tracy Marks, Instructor

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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-S19 $119 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm July 9–30 No class July 23

Don Quixote, the most popular and bestselling novel in Western literature, is rich in humor, characterization and witty dialogue. This classic novel also explores meaningful philosophical questions related to the boundaries between sanity and madness, illusion and reality, idealism and practicality. Each week, we’ll discuss about 90 pages of volume one of Don Quixote. We’ll watch and compare clips from three film adaptations. We’ll consider the book in the context of its time and its relevance today, questing with our quixotic hero. Before the first class, read the first six chapters of the highly accessible Grossman translation.

W107-S19 $159 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4 www.newtoncommunityed.org

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You don’t need a circle of friends or an abundance of time to make a quilt. Join us and make a small quilt to decorate that empty wall in your home. You’ll learn the essential skills: piecing techniques, seam pressing, how to use a rotary cutter, and how to assemble your top quilt. All of this can be done on your basic home sewing machine. You’ll leave class with an 18”x 24” quilted wall-hanging, and all the skills you need to make any size or purpose quilt in the future.

Create original 3-D artwork. Learn to come up with an engaging design, assemble materials, and finish and display your work. Just bring some favorite retired household objects, a cracked wooden bowl, or some eye-catching found objects, and learn to turn them into whimsical, durable sculptures. A grouping of natural materials with an old picture frame could become an evocative wall relief, or maybe you’d prefer a garden sculpture. We’ll discuss your ideas, demonstrate lots of tools, and reveal tricksof-the-trade for creating attractive and resilient works of art. By the end of class you’ll have the basic skills you need to work in your own space at your own pace.

Do you want your writing to sparkle with vivid sensory detail and imagery, capturing the essence of your message? To write more descriptively and precisely, generating metaphors and similes revealing multiple layers of meaning? To construct lyrical and rhythmic lines or sentences, with rich alliteration evoking sound as well as sight? Class examples will be from poetry and fiction, but nonfiction writers also will benefit from mini-lectures, discussion, in-class exercises, and workshopping of students’ writing.

W102-S19 $149 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:45–9pm June 25–July 30 No class July 2

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Bring a $40 materials fee payable to the instructor, a rotary cutter, and scissors.

N231-S19 $165 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm June 26–July 24 No class July 3

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Danielle Larosee, Instructor Join us and make your artistic mark on wood. Learn to create and transfer images onto wood pieces, or you can apply your own drawings directly onto the wood. In this class, you’ll make a collection of beautiful handmade ornaments to give as gifts or use to decorate your home. Expect to finish this course with at least four three-inch round ornaments, plus a new appreciation and understanding of this timeless craft. Bring a $15 material fee, payable to the instructor, for your practice wood and ornaments. Also bring a wood-burning tool—you can order one online or choose from the options offered at Michaels or A.C. Moore.

N721-S19 $75 Tuesday July 23 & Thursday July 25 @ Newton North 5:30–7:30pm

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Lisa Walker, Instructor Unearth your inner potter and learn to create your own designs and future artifacts. Pottery is one of the world’s oldest and most widely used art forms, and clay is also one of the most enduring materials known to humankind; it’s one of the only materials on earth that doesn’t change with time. Our instructor will teach you the fundamentals of hand building and wheel throwing. You’ll practice forming cups, bowls, and vases on the wheel, and learn techniques for creating pinch pots, slabs, coils, and sculptural pieces by hand. You’ll also glaze your pieces and learn about the firing process. Bring a $40 materials fee payable to the instructor in the first class.

N335-S19 $195 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm June 26–July 31 No class July 3

Bring in your objects. Tools will be provided, but feel free to bring your favorites if you’d like.

N383-S19 $79 Tuesday July 30 & Thursday August 1 @ Newton North 6:30–9pm

Silk Painting Workshop Nicole Donson, Instructor Discover a whole new outlet for your artistic imagination! Learn three popular silk painting approaches: the resist technique (similar to batik), the watercolor method, and the effect of salt and alcohol on silk (which creates beautiful starbursts and dynamic patterns). We’ll mix colors and fix dyes; discuss alternative silk painting products, and how to steam or heat-set your work. You’ll create small paintings on a square stretcher frame, and apply your new skills to create a scarf or pillow cover. Perfect for quilters, painters, and fashion designers alike—new and returning students of all levels welcome! Bring a $30 materials fee payable to the instructor; it covers silk, dyes, and applicator bottles. An additional list will be emailed to students. Wear old clothes or a smock.

N523-S19 $115 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm July 16–30

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Jewelry Making for Beginners

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Make art with thread. Working from a pattern, you’ll learn basic and special stitching, lettering, and motifs. You’ll also learn about fabric types. We’ll create a six-inch crossstitch pattern on a piece of aida fabric, based on a variety of examples. Once you get the hang of it, you can move on to graph paper and create your own pattern to stitch onto fabric. Cross stitch is a great on-the-go art form you can enjoy almost anywhere, and your work will make a lovely homemade gift for family and friends.

Make your own jewelry with just two class lessons. You’ll learn to choose stringing materials, attach a clasp, make a loop on a headpin, and assemble earrings. We’ll also discuss alternative stringing supplies and design methods. In the first session you’ll make a necklace with supplies you bring from home, and in the second session you’ll make earrings. By the end of class you’ll be all set with the materials and knowledge you need to complete future jewelry projects on your own.

Bring a $20 materials fee payable to the instructor.

N160-S19 $89 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm June 25–July 16 No class July 2

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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-S19 $109 5 Wednesdays @ West Newton 10–11:30am June 26–July 31 No class July 3 Don and Janet were both always available to help. They give excellent guidance in addressing knitting problems

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Crochet Today Danielle Larosee, Instructor You can crochet! In this class we’ll start by learning the basic stitches—the single, half-double, and double-crochet—that are used in most patterns. We’ll also cover the essential skills you need to read patterns, practice different crocheting techniques, and plan a project from start to finish. So don’t be intimidated by yarn, metal hooks, and complicated patterns—by the end of this course you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to turn colorful yarn into something you can use and love. Bring crochet hooks F-K, one skein of worsted weight yarn, and two skeins of bulky yarn in colors that make you happy. If you have a half-finished project collecting dust in the closet, bring that too!

N723-S19 $115 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–8pm June 27–July 18 No class July 4

Fiber Arts Felting Workshop Nicole Donson, Instructor Discover the art of Nuno felting, a fabric felting technique that bonds loose wool fibers to sheer silk chiffon or gauze fabric. Using wool roving and a silk chiffon, you’ll design a silk scarf embellished with colorful hand-made felt. After this workshop, you will have a unique nuno felted scarf and a packet of information so you can continue felting at home. Bring a $25 materials fee payable to the instructor. Bring old towels too.

N140-S19 $59 Wednesday July 10 @ Newton South 6–9pm

Bring beads (enough for the necklace length you want), ear wires, head pins, a medium beading wire (2mm x 2mm), crimps, and a clasp. Also bring chain-nose and round-nose pliers and a wire cutter if you have one. Our instructor will have a crimp tool to share and additional wire cutters.

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Bead & Braid Kumihimo Bracelets Yin Guang, Instructor Learn to braid with beads and make beautiful, original jewelry. Join us to discover Kumihimo, a Japanese braid-making technique. In both classes, we’ll work with the most popular form of Kumihimo: two-drop Kongoh, on a small foam disk. In the first class, you’ll string beads into cords, braid the beaded rope by the pattern, cut and glue it to the magnetic clasp to make your bracelet. In the second class, you’ll learn to count braids and add beads by the pattern to make a beaded half-hook bracelet. We’ll review and practice basic braiding techniques in both classes and you’ll receive personalized guidance from our jewelry designer instructor throughout the course. Bring a $48 materials fee payable to the instructor for your supplies.

N423-S19 $65 2 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm July 24 & 31

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Bling It On! Danielle Larosee, Instructor Create beautiful beaded jewelry pieces for yourself or a special friend. You’ll learn basic wire-wrapping techniques to make beaded earrings, and using string and wire, you’ll design a necklace and bracelet with beads of your choice. You’ll learn to start and end a beaded string piece and how to use pliers to do this neatly. We’ll discuss jewelry-making terminology, and how to use basic jewelry tools, materials, and findings. You’ll finish the class with an original set of jewelry and the knowledge you need to make additional projects on your own. Bring a $25 materials fee payable to the instructor for beads, findings, and wire. Also bring regular pliers, round-nose pliers, wire cutters, scissors, and any additional beads you’d enjoy working with.

N156-S19 $69 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 8–9:30pm June 25–July 16 No class July 2

Cabinetmaking & Woodworking Garrett Tingle & Gabriel Bibuld, 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-S19 $249 3 Tuesdays & 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–9pm June 25–July 18 No class July 2 & 4

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Jeff Klein, Instructor Experience the joy of coming home to a beautiful flower garden. Yours can be inexpensive and easy to start and maintain. Join us at our instructor’s yard to see different flowering plants and how they’re laid out. Learn how annuals, perennials, bulbs, and grasses work together to make a lovely landscape. We’ll cover ever-popular flowers like marigolds and zinnias, along with low-maintenance favorites like lilies and daisies. You’ll also get tips on the basics of gardening and how to incorporate new techniques into your home garden. Come dig in the dirt with us and enjoy this flower friendly, hands-on class. Dress for the weather. Bring questions and pictures of your own garden if you would like. Location will be emailed to students.

G876-S19 $45 Tuesday July 9 @ off-site 10:30am–12:30pm

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 a $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.

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Brian Karlsson-Barnes, Instructor Join us for a docent-led garden tour at Arnold Arboretum. As we walk over a mile, up and down hills, we’ll consider the design of America’s first landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted, discussing his design intent, along with some mid19th century history. We will meet at the Arboretum’s main entrance gate, Hunnewell Building Visitor Center, located at 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain. Park on the street, wear comfy shoes, and dress for the weather. Many restaurants are nearby if you want to grab a bite after class. Rain date: July 24. If the weather looks questionable, please call 617957-6611.

G117-S19 $39 Wednesday July 17 @ Boston 6–8pm

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-S19 $109 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm June 25–July 16 No class July 2

Tips for Pruning & Watering David Gordon, Instructor Showcase your shrubs, trees, and perennials with proper pruning and seasonally-adjusted watering. Learn the right time to prune, what branches to cut, and when to use hand pruners versus electric trimmers. We’ll discuss tool safety and how to thin peren-

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nials (hostas and lilies), and explore various watering techniques (using rain barrels, programming your sprinklers, and choosing proper watering heads). You’ll also learn about water-friendly mulch, rainwater catch basins, and how to avoid moisture-related plant diseases. Join us and get your yard in tip-top shape to look great year-round.

common problems encountered with any vehicle. When you finish this class, you’ll be better able to diagnose problems, perform basic maintenance, and communicate with your mechanic confidently and knowledgeably. This class will take place in a classroom; the instructor will teach by lecture and demonstration using sample car parts.

G910-S19 $39 Wednesday July 24 @ Newton South 7–9pm

G982-S19 $99 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm July 9–23

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Organize, Clean, & Renovate Faina Shapiro, Instructor Behold: your clutter-free and organized home! Learn how to transform and organize each space in your home, and keep them that way. From kitchens and laundry rooms, to home offices and garages, we’ll tackle every room in your home and provide step-by-step tools, tricks, and checklists to help you declutter. You’ll also get tips on essential cleaning products that will help you save time and maintain your home’s value and appeal. You’ll learn secrets to get permanent marker out of granite and goop off your furniture, and even to fix cracks in your tile to make it look like new—no handyman required! Get liberated from the burden of your clutter, and bring serenity to your home. Bring pictures of specific areas you need help organizing.

G333-S19 $39 Wednesday July 24 @ Newton South 6–8pm

You Got This—Auto Repair Bruce Gerry, Instructor Get to know your car. Join us for a general overview of an automobile’s major systems. We’ll cover basic maintenance, and troubleshooting of various functions, including the ignition, charging, cooling, fluids, electrical, brakes, and exhaust system. We’ll also discuss

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. 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 Marie Presti, 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-S19 $45; $80/pair Tuesday July 16 @ Newton North 6–9pm

Beyond Your First Home: Advanced Real Estate David Miller, Instructor

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Successful Saving David Dirks, Instructor Put your money where? We can help you answer that. We know you’re faced with an alphabet soup of choices: 401k, IRA, 529... the list goes on. Join us to identify a savings plan that fits your unique situation. We’ll help you determine how much you’ll need, whether you’re on track for retirement, and the best way to save for college. We’ll discuss how to set up a simple budget to ensure you hit your savings targets, and we’ll talk specifically about where to invest—and what investments to avoid! You’ll leave class feeling more in control of your financial future. Bring your questions.

Learn about buying and selling complex residential real estate properties. We’ll cover locating and selling multi-family properties; short, foreclosure, bank-owned, and “real estate-owned” sales; and financing the acquisition of those properties. We’ll discuss investment strategies of quick fix-up and resale, or extensive renovation and holding property for management or end use. You’ll get an intro to condominium conversions and the creation of realty trusts and limited liability companies for holding real estate. And last, but not least, you’ll learn about the landlord-tenant laws for dealing leasing, plus the risks and rewards of leasing.

S320-S19 $45; $80/pair Thursday July 25 @ Newton North 6:30–9:30pm

S103-S19 $35; $50/pair Wednesday June 26 @ Newton South 7–9pm

Young Adults: See our Financial Literacy for Teens class on page 43.

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Vacation in Your 2nd Home Marie Presti, Instructor Visit the Cape or Maine and actually own that house you’ve dreamed of buying. In this class you’ll learn all about the pros and cons of owning a second home—from the work involved, to the tax considerations and the benefits. We’ll discuss what to consider when making your purchase, and how to choose your long-term vacation location. Our instructor will share recent market data on several New England areas where second homes are popular: New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, Cape Cod, and the Islands. When you finish this class, you’ll be several steps closer to making that dream of yours a reality.

S106-S19 $35; $50/pair Tuesday July 23 @ Newton North 6:30–8pm

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Tips & Tricks for MS Word Michael Toon, Instructor In two short lessons, you’ll learn useful ways to use Microsoft Word to save you time and become more efficient. We’ll start by going over fast ways to select text and make changes to it; then you’ll practice using keyboard shortcuts. We’ll go over desktop publishing and how to work with already existing templates. Bring your questions! Prerequisite: Some familiarity with Word. You’ll work with Microsoft Word 2010 on PCs running Windows 7. This is not a Macintosh class. Class takes place in a computer lab so there’s no need to bring your own computer.

C109-S19 $85 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm July 23 & 30

Getting the Most From Your iPhone Howard Loewinger, Instructor Did you know your iPhone can do virtually all the things your computer can do? Plus, of course, make calls. We’ll start with the basics: the different ways to touch the screen, calling options, and managing contacts. Then, we’ll talk about apps: getting new ones, seeing open apps, and deleting ones you no longer use. You’ll learn about settings, syncing with iCloud, giving voice commands, and you’ll get tips for using that pesky screen keyboard. If time allows, we’ll go over frequently used apps such as Messaging, Email, and the Camera. While we’ll focus on iPhones running the current version of iOS, most of what we discuss will apply to older iPhones as well. Bring your questions and iPhone to class!

C298-S19 $78 Tuesday July 16 & Thursday July 18 @ Newton North 7–9pm New

VLOOKUP & Pivot Tables Michael Toon, Instructor Expand your basic MS Excel skills to efficiently organize, summarize, and interpret your data. We’ll explore VLOOKUP (vertical lookup) to find a value in a list or table, similar to looking up a person’s name in a telephone book. You’ll learn how pivot tables automatically sort, count, total, or average of the data stored in one table or spreadsheet onto a second table or spreadsheet. This is hands-on class is taught on Windows-7 based computers running MS Office 2010; it is not a Macintosh class. Prerequisite: An intro MS Excel class or comparable experience.

C108-S19 $89 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm July 9–16

Tech Tutoring Howard Loewinger, Instructor Get one-on-one help on your smart phone, tablet or computer. Our instructors will meet with you in one of our computer labs to answer your questions about an individual

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program or more general help how to simply organize your desktop, and more. Bring your device or use the PC or Mac computers in our lab. Sessions must be scheduled in advance with the instructor. This price is for a single two-hour session held at Newton North; session times are flexible. House visits are usually possible, but require an extra fee of $25.

C316-S19 $150; $175/House Visit

Understanding Facebook Security Michael Toon, Instructor If you use Facebook, it is important for your own safety and protection to understand and review its privacy settings for your personal information. Learn what is shared and the policies and controls Facebook offers for privacy. Class takes place in a computer lab; no need to bring your own computer.

C269-S19 $39 Tuesday June 25 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm

Selling on eBay & Amazon Tracy Marks, 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. Basic computer experience and Internet skills are required.

C122-S19 $125 2 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm July 24 & 31

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On Camera Presentation Skills Ann Baker, Instructor Everyone from the advanced actor to those just looking to get involved for the first time will learn skills for acting in commercials and industrials. You’ll learn how to interpret and deliver scripts in an authentic and natural manner, improving your camera-confidence along the way. Using a variety of scripts appropriate for all ages, you’ll leave not only with a wide range of skills, but also with the creative instinct necessary to develop a character and communicate a story.

B105-S19 $125 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm June 27–July 25 No class July 4 New

Marketing Yourself for On Camera Work Ann Baker, Instructor In this one evening seminar, we’ll address the finer points of headshots and resumes, the audition process, and how to market yourself, helping you to actually find work. You’ll learn what makes a good headshot and what it’s like to work with a professional photographer. Gain insight into everything that goes on during the audition process, who you’ll meet, and how to shine. We’ll close with tips on where to find yourself a job.

B110-S19 $55 Thursday August 1 @ Newton North 7–9pm

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Resume Writing Workshop Stephanie Donaldson, Instructor Create an effective resume or improve the one you already have. You’ll do a self-assessment analysis to help you market yourself. You’ll learn different resume formats, and the advantages and disadvantages of each. We’ll discuss how to write an employment objective for potential employers, what you should reveal in a resume—and what to keep to yourself—and how to overcome gaps in your work history. This is an online class. See the online class description for links to the syllabus.

B330-S19-O $125 6 week online class June 12–August 2

GED® / HiSET® HiSET Test Preparation ®

Joe Green, Instructor 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 this 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.

English Language Learners (ELL) ELL: Beginner Elena Ceban, Instructor If you have some basic knowledge of English, but need to improve your speaking skills, join us. We’ll review beginning grammar to help enhance your communication skills, and learn common expressions used for everyday situations, such as greetings and introductions, phrases for use in shops. We’ll practice basic English for traveling and dining, and some idioms that are important in conversational English. We’ll also focus on listening, reading, speaking, and writing, and learn to communicate basic ideas through conversation, working in pairs, and group activities. Required textbook is the most recent edition of Side by Side, Student Book 1, by Molinsky and Bliss. Bring text to class.

E111-S19 $169 5 Tuesdays & 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm June 25–August 1 No class July 2 & 4

ELL: Intermediate – Advanced Grammar & Conversation Elena Ceban, Instructor

Purchase The Official Guide to the HiSET Exam, 2nd Edition (published by Educational Testing Service) and bring it to the first class.

This class is for students with a basic command of English grammar and speaking who want to improve conversational skills. We will do selected exercises in grammar and pronunciation, focusing on increasing your ease and fluency in small groups and with the whole class. Emphasis will be on new vocabulary words, including idioms and common American expressions. Topics will be drawn from current events, individual preferences, and our different cultures. No textbook required.

Q106-S19 $229 5 Tuesdays & 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–9pm June 25–August 1 No class July 2 & 4

E101-S19 $169 5 Tuesdays & 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm June 25–August 1 No class July 2 & 4 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.

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Introducing NCE TECH, four week-long programming classes this summer.

3-D Game Development with Java July 8–12 at North

Maybe you’ll design the next game sensation! Learn to use HTML, CSS, Scratch, and Javascript to design games and create 3-D characters.

Minecraft Modding July 15–19 at North

Learn Java, the world’s most popular programming language. We’ll use it to build original Minecraft mods, but what you learn here is applicable elsewhere too.

Python Game Development

Robotics Engineering with Arduino

July 22–26 at South

July 29–August 2 at South

Get savvy with this text-based language, which is used for everything from game design to powering applications at NASA.

Combine electronics and programming principles to build a robot; learn the C programming language to create an autonomous vehicle.

All NCE TECH classes are open to students at all levels; we’ll provide lots of individual attention. Classes run 9am–4pm daily. For more information, see details on page 42, visit our website, or call us.

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How Does your Garden Grow? We know where you’ll spend your time this summer. That’s why we’re offering three great classes to help you hone your craft.

Flower Gardening Dig in the dirt with us. Learn the basics and get new techniques to enhance your beautiful flower garden. page 20

Tips for Pruning & Watering Showcase your shrubs, trees, and perennials with advanced watering methods and proper pruning. Learn how here. page 20

The Garden Coach Personalized attention by a pro dedicated to improving your garden. Get ideas, and sketches too. page 20

Show your stuff at Celebrate Newton, NCE’s own juried craft fair on Sunday December 8. Learn all about it at celebratenewton.com.

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ARTS Culinary Arts Allergy Alert: Please let us know of any food allergies before you register for a cooking class, so we can confirm we are able to accommodate you. Call us at 617-559-6999, or email us at staff@newtoncommunityed.org.

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All About Pies Marissa Rosenfield, Instructor HOW TO navigate the Kids Summer Section: • Notice we’ve divided our classes into loose categories: Arts, Sciences, Best of Both Worlds, and Sports. But don’t take those groupings too seriously— check it all out. • Use the Summer at a Glance chart on pages 44 & 45. It shows you the different classes offered each week, listed by location and age group. • Make a full day. Take back-to-back morning and afternoon programs any week, sign up for Lunch, and get a $25 discount. There’s Extended Day too for those who need it. • Don’t miss our Important Info & Policies on pages 46 & 47. • Call us! We can help you plan a summer that’s just right for you.

NEW THIS YEAR Registration closes the Thursday before the following week’s programs. Sign up early so you don’t miss out!

What’s your pie preference? Apple, or another? For breakfast, lunch, or dinner? Become a pie pro, and have your pie however/whenever you choose. Pie-making is a multi-step process, but worth every minute—nothing compares to the smell of a fresh baked pie (except maybe its taste). Join us for a fun-filled week: you’ll learn to make key lime and chocolate-strawberry pies, the hand-held Cornish pasty and Greek Spanakopita, and, of course, the traditional apple pie (to name a few). You’ll also learn different pie decorating techniques. Grades 5-8. Our recipes will include dairy and meat products.

KS298-S19 $305 July 15–19 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

Cooking Around the World Julia Corrou, Instructor Travel with us as we explore native cuisines from across the globe. During the week, we’ll create menus with foods unique to different countries, and learn about the history and origins of the foods we prepare. We’ll make everything from scratch: you’ll read the recipes; measure, cut, and prepare all the ingredients; and sample the finished products. In this year’s class, we’ll make stops in Mexico, Spain, Italy, Greece, and more. There’s no need to bring a lunch; we’ll eat as we go! Grades 2-9.

KS326-S19-1 $305 July 8–12 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS326-S19-2 $305 July 15–19 @ Newton South 1–4pm

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Cookies & Cupcakes & Cake Pops—Oh My! Marissa Rosenfield, Instructor It’s party time! Join us for a creative and funfilled week and learn to make edible party favors and decorations. Learn professional techniques and secret tips for making great cake pops, mini cupcakes, and 3-D decorated cookies that can be used as centerpieces, place settings, or favors at your next gathering. Better yet, make this the central activity for your party: with you as Pastry Chef, you can teach your guests cupcake or cookie decorating. In our class, you’ll make the cake, cookies, and frostings from scratch, and apply basic decorating techniques. Bring a container for leftovers. Grades 5-8.

KS171-S19 $305 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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Imposter Baking Kim Ryan, Instructor It’s a salad... no it’s a cake... it’s imposter baking! Fool your family and friends with delicious sweets that look like burgers, bacon and eggs, grilled cheese, and more. You’ll measure and mix; bake your cakes and cookies; and then use state-of-the-art decorating supplies like wafer paper, modeling chocolate, and gum paste, to complete your creations. You’ll learn to use basic baking tools as the pros do, unexpected items like ice cream scoops and meat mallets, and common candies or fruit to create your savory-looking yet sweet deceptions. Bring containers to take your treats home. Grades 4-9.

KS286-S19-1 $190 July 1–3 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS286-S19-2 $305 August 5–9 @ Newton South 1–4pm

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Oodles of Noodles Rachel Zakuta, Instructor It’s not just you—people love noodles all over the world! In this class we’ll make noodle dishes from several cultures, including soups, sauces for noodles, and even noodle desserts. We’ll use Italian noodles, rice noodles, and bean threads, and we’ll also hand-roll dough to make dumplings from scratch. On the last day, we’ll use our imaginations instead of recipes, and cook up original entries for the Great Mac-’n-Cheese Challenge. Will your group be the winner? Join us and see! Grades 2-8.

KS285-S19 $305 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 1–4pm

Sweets Around the World Marissa Rosenfield, Instructor Take a culinary tour of the world without going to the airport or packing a bag. We’ll create a traditional dessert from a new country each day. Our tour will include visits to Mexico, France, China and more. You’ll make delectables such as ice cream-filled churro cups with chocolate sauce and fresh whipped cream, eclairs and crepes, and custard cups and/or red bean paste buns. Learn the history and some background about each dessert as you create your own. Enlighten your mind and enchant your taste buds on our sweet excursion. Bring a container for leftovers. Grades 2-5.

KS236-S19-1 $190 July 1–3 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS236-S19-2 $305 July 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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The Brunch Club Elizabeth Messina, Instructor Make yummy brunch meals that are good for you too. In this year’s class, we’ll prepare the perfect morning spread from scratch; we’ll use only fresh ingredients, and our recipes will include less fat and sugar too. We’ll make pancakes with real blueberry syrup, strawberry crepes, blackberry biscuit cobbler, fruit smoothies, and assorted muffins, as well as

savory chicken sausages, roasted potatoes, fresh eggs, and more. No snack needed; we’ll set the table and sit down for a feast at the end of each class. Grades 4-9.

KS283-S19 $305 August 5–9 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

Vive la France: French Pastry Marissa Rosenfield, Instructor July 14th is Bastille Day—French National Day! Celebrate with us in this Frenchinspired baking class that celebrates traditional French desserts including macarons, croissants, éclairs, pastry swans, and the pièce de résistance: the traditional wedding-inspired Croquembouche, which translates to “Crunches in the Mouth.” Learn basic French baking skills and create delicious sweets to bring home daily (if they make it home, that is). Bring a container for leftovers.

KS145-S19-1-Gr2-5 $305 (Grades 2-5) July 8–12 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS145-S19-2-Gr5-8 $305 (Grades 5-8) July 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm

Digital Art & Animation Jack Neylan, Instructor Think it’s easy making one of those dancing bears or blinking eyes you see online? You’re right! Join us to get all the tools you need. Start by making a simple drawing in Photoshop, then add coloring, layering, and other effects to create dazzling art. Invent a cast of characters, draw/paint a background for them to inhabit, and then transition them into a simple four-panel digital comic. You’ll create a concept for your own short animation, and learn frame animation in Photoshop to complete your film, adding sound too, if you’d like. For artists and techies alike; no experience necessary. Grades 3-5. Bring a USB flash drive to class.

KS146-S19-1 $275 June 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS146-S19-2 $175 July 1–3 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS146-S19-3 $275 August 19–23 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Game Creators See page 38 for details.

Digital Arts Computer Art: Photoshop Elisa Ng & Sophia Ng, Instructors Apply your creativity and technical knowledge and get proficient with the world’s most popular image manipulation program. In our week together, you’ll learn to use Photoshop for practical and creative projects, working on a surrealist collage, an expressive self-portrait, a reinvented masterpiece or movie poster, and more. See how Photoshop and image manipulation have been used to do things like modify body appearances and alter “real” photographs, and become an expert in creating and recognizing altered images. All levels welcome. Grades 5-9. Bring a USB flash drive to class.

KS025-S19 $275 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 1–4pm

Photo Projects Danielle Larosee & Ashley Riker, Instructors With a creative eye and the tricks of technology, you can be a master photographer. Choose a theme each day to photograph—perhaps portraits, nature, or even other NCE classes— or use the Internet to find a photo you like. Then transform your photos into expressive pieces of art with the magic of Apple’s Photos program. You’ll use Photos’ editing tools to enhance your pictures, and turn them into thematic slideshows. If you’re already a Photos pro or become one here, you’ll move on to using Photoshop. You’ll finish the week with digital files of your work, and a new eye for what’s real, and what might not be. Grades 2-5. Bring a digital camera (or your phone or iPad) and its cord.

KS321-S19-1 $275 (Larosee) July 15–19 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS321-S19-2 $275 (Riker) August 12–16 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Picture Perfect: Digital Photography & Editing Danielle Larosee & Ashley Riker, Instructors Merge your artistic and technical talents in this hands-on class. We’ll start by going out into the field to take our own photos— discussing good composition for different genres such as nature, portraiture, and stilllife. Then you’ll learn how to use Photoshop to edit your photos and create stunning graphics. Throughout the process we’ll review each other’s photos as a group, discussing how they can be edited to achieve desired effects. You’ll finish the week with digital files of your work. All levels welcome. Grades 5-9.

KS203-S19-1 $275 (Larosee) July 8–12 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS203-S19-2 $275 (Riker) August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Stop-Motion Animation Patrick Moran, Instructor Create stop-motion films with LegosTM, cardboard, and anything else you choose! We’ll begin with a series of challenges to spur your creativity: create a monster movie featuring Lego characters, or recreate a popular fairy tale with only 10 seconds of film time, a pad of paper, and a pencil—can you do it? Then you’ll script your own stop-motion animation film: you’ll make a storyboard, design your set, and use the Stop Motion and iMovie apps to create, edit, and present your film. You can rearrange scenes, add a soundtrack with sound effects, and even make a trailer. You’ll finish the week with all the tools you need to continue animating on your own. Grades 4-9. Bring your own smartphone, iPad, or iPod if possible.

KS233-S19-1 $285 July 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS233-S19-2 $285 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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Actors: ace that fall audition! Join us to delve into your character, develop confidence, and learn to react on your feet. We’ll work on the physical and emotional aspects of acting, including vocal projection and connecting with your character. We’ll practice monologues, experiment with scenes without words, try some “cold readings” and paired scenes, and most importantly, have fun learning about the wonderful world of theatre. Whether you’ve never set foot on a stage before or are in an after-school drama group now, you’ll improve your skills and expand your knowledge in our competition-free classroom. Optional: if you have a piece you’d like to work on, bring it along. Grades 6-9.

Actors and actresses, get ready to shine. If you’re trying out for a show, craving an opportunity to showcase your talent, or just looking to express yourself, this class is for you. You’ll perform scenes from plays and books, enjoy diverse acting exercises and improvisational games, learn basic acting concepts, see how plays are produced, and build your confidence in front of an audience. On the last day, we’ll present a performance for family and friends. Grades 1-5.

KS103-S19-1 $275 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS103-S19-2 $275 August 5–9 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS103-S19-3 $275 August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS103-S19-4 $275 August 19–23 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Advanced Actors Studio Bridget Frey, Instructor Take your performing skills to the next level. If you’ve taken two acting classes—at NCE or elsewhere—join us to get serious this summer. We’ll study monologues, partner up and delve into scene work, and learn about all the talented people working on and off the stage to make theatre seem like magic. We’ll have mini masterclasses throughout the week, taught by professional theatre artists in a variety of fields—acting, directing, playwriting, stage management, and stage combat. Grades 3-6. Beginners, please sign up for our regular Actors Studio class.

KS317-S19-1 $275 August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS317-S19-2 $275 August 12–16 @ Newton North 1–4pm

KS315-S19-1 $275 July 15–19 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS315-S19-2 $275 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

Fractured Fairy Tales Deanna Mustachio, Instructor Rumpelstiltskin and the seven dwarves are locked in a tall tower and eat poison apples. Not! If you have a better idea, join us to tell your version of the story. We’ll take characters you know from fairy tales or other stories, and place them in new scenarios where they interact to make an original plot. We’ll write our own short play; design and create costumes, props, and scenery; and perform our unique show for family and friends on our last day. Look out Brothers Grimm—here come NCE kids! Grades 3-6.

KS261-S19-1 $475 July 8–19 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS261-S19-2 $475 July 22–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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Alysa Escobar & Robin Miller, Instructors Think quick on your feet! Whether you’re someone who always has a funny line ready, or you’re more on the quiet side, join us— improv is for everyone. Make the most of your personal story, or make something up. You’ll learn new techniques to use on stage, entertain family and friends, and make great presentations. We can’t tell you what to expect in this class, other than an all-around awesome time. Build your verbal dexterity, bolster your confidence, and roll with the punches in this fun and funny class. Grades 5-9.

KS323-S19-1 $165 (Miller) July 1–3 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS323-S19-2 $265 (Escobar) August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Puppetry Workshop Bridget Frey, Instructor Be the actor, director, and costume designer all in one! With puppet theatre, you create the characters and they tell your story. Each day we’ll make a different kind of puppet and perform mini shows with the characters we invent. We’ll start with simple stick puppets, then move on to paper bag puppets and sock or sleeve puppets who speak through your hand movements. Then we’ll get really creative using random or ordinary household objects to make unique puppets of your imagining. We’ll work on story crafting, character development, and enunciation. We’ll prepare a performance to end the week, creating any additional puppets, props, or scenery needed for our final show. Grades K-2.

KS268-S19-1 $265 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS268-S19-2 $265 August 19–23 @ Newton North 9–12am

Join us under the sea! There’ll be whosits and whatsits galore as we explore the ocean world of Ariel and her friends in the musical fantasy, The Little Mermaid. Everyone will perform different parts daily; we’ll create costumes and scenery, learn a few songs with choreography, and finish our two weeks together with an innovative show for family and friends. Our show isn’t just for girls: there are plenty of male characters in our human and merfolk worlds, like King Triton, sailors, and, of course, the prince. Get creative in these two weeks filled with movement, music, and fun. Ages 4-8.

KS287-S19-1 $475 July 8–19 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS287-S19-2 $475 July 22–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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Embroidery Workshop Deanna Mustachio, Instructor Embellish your life. Join us to learn the basic skills of cross-stitch and free-form embroidery. Use your nimble fingers to stitch pre-made patterns, or design your own decorative or wearable art to hang on the wall or adorn your favorite clothes. You’ll start by stitching on a provided cross-stitch pattern, progress to copying a pattern, and move on to create your own designs on fabric on a hoop, or directly onto a clothing item of your choice. You’ll leave the class with at least one beautiful wall-hanging, an embellished T-shirt or other wearable, and a new skill to help you while away the hours. Grades 3-9. Bring white 14-count Aida fabric, size 24 tapestry needles (blunt ended), and a 6-inch hoop.

KS282-S19-1 $275 July 15–19 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS282-S19-2 $275 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 1–4pm

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Fabric and Fiber Art Nicole Donson, Instructor Paint, print, tie-dye, and more. In this mixed media class, you’ll make art on fine fabrics and create crafts projects with felt, wool, and other fibers. You’ll learn popular silk painting and decorating techniques using non-toxic dyes, paints, and markers; tie dye a T-shirt or other piece of clothing; and design and paint a scarf, pillowcase, tote bag, or T-shirt. You’ll make weavings with yarn, ribbons, and strips of fabric; practice simple hand-sewing techniques to make stuffed animals, pillows; and bags; and discover wet-felting to make felt from wool roving. To top it off, you can embellish your work with colorful sequins, buttons, and other assorted decorations. You’ll finish class with new skills and several finished projects. Grades 2-5.

KS276-S19 $285 August 12–16 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Knitting Deanna Mustachio, Instructor Once just for grannies, knitting is now universally cool. You can say “I made it myself!” when friends admire your stylish scarf, and you’ll never be bored again—you can take your yarn and needles anywhere. We’ll work on basics such as knit and purl stitches, and how to cast on, bind off, increase, decrease, make stripes, and read a simple knitting pattern. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you can really have fun. We’ll have a variety of patterns to choose from, including some more challenging ones like monsters and flowers, which use double-pointed needles for a really cool result. Grades 3-9. Bring a set of size 8 single-pointed knitting needles no longer than 10 inches.

KS212-S19-1 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS212-S19-2 $275 July 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm

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Stitch Studio Danielle Larosee, Instructor

3-D Sculpture

Make beautiful art with fabric and thread. Starting with basic stitching, you’ll learn lettering, motifs, and how to work from a pattern, and we’ll experiment with various fabric types. When you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll learn some special stitches, and then use graph paper to create your own pattern. Once thread and needle are your best friends, we’ll create appliqué motifs that can be sewn onto backpacks, T-shirts, or your favorite pair of jeans. With a technique called needle felting, you can turn loose wool roving into great elbow patches or cute characters. You’ll leave class with your new works of art, and a wide range of patterns—from unicorns to comic book heroes and everything in between—to use for your future fabric art projects. Grades 3-9.

Susan Paquette, Instructor

KS294-S19 $175 July 1–3 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

Upcycled Outfits Danielle Larosee, Instructor Do your part for the environment and look fabulous too: discover your inner fashionista as we learn to design great new clothes from old discarded ones. We’ll rescue your unwanted garments, cut them up, and machine sew them together into fabulous tops and bottoms, adding embellishments at your whim. You’ll end up with at least one unique outfit to wear around town. Our last class will include a fashion show where you can model your new creations. No former fashion experience required, but you should have basic machine sewing skills. Grades 4-9. Bring your discarded clothes, and fabric from old bedding and curtains too.

KS119-S19 $275 July 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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Think beyond paper and pencil—it’s time to go 3-D! Use a wide variety of materials to make three-dimensional fine art projects. Create giant ice cream cones out of papier-mâché, construct modern sculptures of wire and wood, and design wearable cowboy or cowgirl hats and decoupage cereal box beach totes. You’ll work with the following media: boxes, cardboard, papier-mâché, nylon, wire, wood, paint, Styrofoam, contact paper, and other miscellaneous craft supplies. Join us in the third dimension! Grades K-3.

KS089-S19-1 $275 July 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS089-S19-2 $275 August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Animal Art Susan Paquette, Instructor Spend a week at the NCE Zoo, where all the animals are of your own creation. You’ll make 2-D and 3-D animal-themed art projects. You’ll create hand-painted papier-mâché animal puppets; learn to draw animals of the Arctic, rainforest, and New England; use cut paper and yarn to make a forest of animal species; and sculpt your favorite animals with homemade clay, then paint them too. We’ll also design animal belts, necklaces, and rings from paper, fabric, and clay. For animal lovers only! Grades K-3.

KS193-S19-1 $275 June 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS193-S19-2 $275 July 15–19 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS193-S19-3 $275 August 12–16 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Art Around the World Susan Paquette, Instructor Explore a country a day as we make art from each country and immerse in its culture. On our trip to Mexico, we’ll create piñatas and paint them, listen to Mexican music,

and learn some Spanish phrases. In China, we’ll learn Chinese brush painting and draw pandas and dragons. In Germany we’ll make a castle with paper and cardboard, and in Italy we’ll sculpt our own leaning tower of Pisa and sing ’O Sole Mio! Join us on our art journey. Grades K-3.

KS327-S19-1 $175 July 1–3 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS327-S19-2 $275 August 5–9 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Art Studio: Acrylic Painting Eddie Bruckner, Instructor Make brilliant paintings with acrylics, the medium of choice for many amateur and professional artists. You’ll create your own masterpiece each class, as you learn about values, color, brushwork, and more. We’ll cover acrylic painting techniques, the basics of composition, color theory, and how to mix and apply paint. Our class time will include a variety of painting projects, including imaginative and observational painting, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, and perhaps some silly subjects too. Students at all levels are welcome; you’ll receive both group and individualized instruction to develop at your own pace. Bring a smock, or wear appropriate clothing to paint in. Grades 3-9. All art supplies (paints, brushes, palettes, canvas, and more) will be provided. Please bring a check for $45 made out to the instructor.

KS289-S19-1 $275 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS289-S19-2 $275 August 19–23 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Art Studio: Charcoals & Pastels Sophia Ng, Instructor Draw like a master. Using a combination of charcoal and dry pastel pencils, you’ll produce your own compositions interpreting subjects ranging from still lifes to human figures. You’ll learn drawing methods including contour, shading, and blending, and you’ll explore perspective, proportion, and more. This is not a free expression class, but

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the techniques you learn here will have you seeing in a new way, which will help you bring all your future projects to the next level. All levels welcome. Grades 3-9. Bring a tabletop or floor adjustable easel, an 18” x 24” Strathmore drawing pad, a set of charcoal drawing pencils, a kneaded eraser, a set of dry pastels and blending stumps, a set of regular drawing pencils and an eraser, an 18” ruler, an artist chamois (blending cloth), and a pencil sharpener.

KS291-S19 $275 July 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm

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Art Studio: Collage Renee Silva, Instructor What can you do with a piece of paper, or two? The answer is: lots! Learn design principles by working with paper. We’ll study the human skeleton and re-create parts of the body with toned paper; learn about light and dark as you cut shapes to make Japanese notan patterns; design your own “logo,” incorporating shape, color, and pattern; and work as a group to assemble a unique, collaged composition. Lastly, apply all you’ve learned as you work on a free-choice collage using magazines, photos, and our scraps. You’ll never look at a piece of paper the same way again! Grades 3-9. Bring an X-ACTO blade and/or scissors, a 9 x 12 or 18 x 24 mixed-media paper pad, a glue stick, magazines, and/or other art sources.

KS318-S19-1 $275 August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS318-S19-2 $275 August 19–23 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Art Studio: Draw & Paint Renee Silva, Instructor Join us for the ultimate study of design, and expand your repertoire by exploring various mediums and techniques. We’ll examine traditional and experimental methods of putting pen, pencil, paint, and charcoal on paper. You’ll hone your observation skills by creating realistic portraits and still lifes, sharpen your senses by listening to sound recordings and depicting what you hear, learn

about some color theory, and start speaking the visual language that is abstract painting. You’ll work on individual and collaborative projects throughout the week—get ready to be creative! Grades 3-9. Bring a 9 x 12 canvas paper pad, a pack of acrylic paint brushes in varying sizes (round and flat), vine and compressed charcoal, kneaded or white erasers, and an 18 x 24 charcoal paper pad.

KS309-S19-1 $175 July 1–3 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS309-S19-2 $275 August 12–16 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Classic Camp Crafts Susan Paquette, Instructor If your favorite thing about summer camp is art, you’ve come to the right place! Here are all the best camp crafts in one week-long class. Make apple sculptures, beaded bracelets, tea bag hand-warmers, paper balloons, egg cup tarantulas, braid art, votive candle holders, tissue paper flowers, watercolor murals, and even slime. The list goes on and on and is sure to include crafts you’ve not yet encountered. Grades K-3.

KS163-S19-1 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS163-S19-2 $275 July 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

Clay Workshop Lisa Walker, Instructor From the functional to the whimsical, make just about anything you want from clay. Join us and learn handbuilding fundamentals and techniques for creating pinch pots, slabs, coils, and sculptures. You’ll get lots of one-on-one expert guidance as you perfect your pieces, and you’ll select your favorites to glaze with the colors and patterns of your choice. Our instructor will fire your pieces after class, and we will notify you when they are available for pick-up at the NCE office. Tuition includes materials and firing fees.

KS182-S19-1-Gr2-5 $285 (Grades 2-5) June 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS182-S19-2-Gr6-9 $285 (Grades 6-9) June 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm

KS182-S19-3-Gr6-9 $180 (Grades 6-9) July 1–3 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS182-S19-4-Gr2-5 $180 (Grades 2-5) July 1–3 @ Newton South 1–4pm

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Creative Lettering Joanne Baker, Instructor Create spectacular lettering, original illuminated alphabets, and gorgeous calligraphy, using plain old pens, pencils, and markers. In just a week, you’ll become a masterful hand-writer, able to produce letters, envelopes, signs, banners, posters, and even personalized monograms that will wow people. Take this class, and your doodling, drawing, lettering, and way of looking at a blank piece of paper will be changed forever. Grades 6-9.

KS299-S19-1 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS299-S19-2 $275 July 15–19 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Darkroom Photography Danielle Larosee, Instructor Even in our thoroughly digital world, many photographers are rediscovering the time-honored process of working with black and white film and paper in the chemical darkroom. Join us on our photo journey: you’ll use your film camera to document people, nature, and architecture, and you’ll learn to expose, develop, and print your photographs using traditional equipment in the darkroom. You’ll “develop” a new outlook as you choose which images to capture and share with others, and you’ll leave this class with new sensibility to apply to all your artistic endeavors. Grades 5-9. Bring a 35mm film camera and at least two rolls of 35mm black and white film. Recommended film type: Kodak Tri-X 400TX Professional ISO 400, 36mm, Black and White Film (Pack of 3).

KS273-S19 $275 July 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm

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Fashion Art Projects

Modern Art Adventure

Nicole Donson, Instructor

Susan Paquette, Instructor

Nicole Donson, Instructor

Create cool keepsake crafts. Explore the art of mosaics and decorate a wooden mirror or picture frame with ceramic tiles and grout. Decoupage a keepsake box using decorative papers, colored tissue, fabric, glue-on jewels, and colorful beads. Make a hardbound journal using classic bookbinding techniques, and decorate its cover with fabric or fancy papers, stickers, ribbons, or glue-on jewels. Decorate and build desk accessories from wood and recycled materials, or create decorations to hang on your wall. Use our items to decorate, or bring your own. Grades 4-9.

Walk the runway with your original clothing and accessories. Design duct-tape wallets with patterned tape, assemble beaded jewelry, and form metal pendants and/or necklaces. Recycle matchboxes to make lockets, and construct a craft foam purse, rhinestone hair clips, and colorful fabric headbands. Make stretchy suspenders, fleece beanies, trash bag dresses, and a show-stopper hand-painted poodle skirt. All projects are wearable. No sewing skills needed: we’ll use double-sided fabric tape, glue, and other clever ways to construct our projects. Grades K-3.

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KS328-S19-1 $275 June 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS328-S19-2 $275 July 15–19 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Get inspired by famous artists of the last two centuries: Picasso, Monet, Seurat, Van Gogh, and more. Make whimsical and abstract paintings inspired by Kandinsky and Miró, or spatter paint like Jackson Pollack. Create kinetic wire sculptures and mobiles like Calder, and paper collages like Matisse. Use colored tissue paper and watercolor paints to create impressionist art in the style of Monet, still lifes as done by Cézanne, and dot paintings like Seurat. Learn a bit of art history too as we focus on individual artists, see images of their work, and create art inspired by that artist’s style. Grades 2-5.

KS140-S19-1 $285 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS140-S19-2 $285 August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Drawing Workshop Eddie Bruckner, Instructor Take drawing seriously. Learn about various drawing materials, basic techniques, and how to arrange a composition. We’ll work on the elements of contour, texture, and proportion, explore the principles of light and shade, and discover how line helps to suggest form. Our class projects will include imaginative and observational drawing, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, and more. In each class, we’ll explore themes such as color, shape, and perspective, and encourage experimentation and self-expression. All levels welcome; you’ll receive both group and individualized instruction to develop at your own pace. Grades 3-9. See our website for the complete materials list.

KS290-S19-1 $275 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS290-S19-2 $275 August 19–23 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Dazzle family and friends with your masterful glass artwork. Make a trivet, name plate, or big decorated mirror with glass mosaic, and two decorative tiles with fusing. With jewelry-mosaic, you’ll place glass beads and dichroic pieces in a deep pendant to create two necklaces, and with etching, you’ll apply a resist to a glass piece and cut out a design. Master these techniques and learn to work safely with glass as you explore the creativity this medium allows. Due to the high cost of materials for this class, there is a materials fee. Please bring a check for $85 made out to the instructor to the first class.

KS237-S19-1-Gr5-9 $275 (Grades 5-9) June 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS237-S19-2-Gr2-5 $275 (Grades 2-5) June 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS237-S19-3-Gr2-5 $275 (Grades 2-5) July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS237-S19-4-Gr5-9 $275 (Grades 5-9) July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS237-S19-5-Gr2-5 $275 (Grades 2-5) August 19–23 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS237-S19-6-Gr5-9 $275 (Grades 5-9) August 19–23 @ Newton North 1–4pm

KS245-S19-1 $285 June 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS245-S19-2 $285 July 15–19 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Modern Mosaics Cecilia Kremer, Instructor Do something special. Join us to make great mosaic art. From our vast array of colorful glass, porcelain, and ceramic tiles, you’ll choose your favorites and make a decorative clock, tray, or nameplate. You’ll learn all aspects of mosaic construction: glass cutting, setting, gluing, grouting, and finishing, and then you’ll develop your own design. We may also make jewelry or treasure boxes, and/ or some smaller pieces of fine art mosaics. Expect to bring home both a stunning piece of art, and the skills you’ll need to make more mosaic projects in the future. All materials will be provided, but you may also bring your own keepsakes—beads from broken jewelry, old china, watches, etc.—to include in your art. Grades 5-9. Due to the high cost of materials for this class, there is a materials fee. Please bring a check for $70 made out to the instructor to the first class.

KS296-S19-1 $275 July 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS296-S19-2 $275 August 5–9 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS296-S19-3 $275 August 12–16 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Paint & Print Susan Paquette, Instructor Have a blast making art with not-so-typical paints and objects. Use styrofoam and potatoes to make original and unusual prints, refurbish a yard-sale find by sanding and painting it, and use black ink to create a Harry Potter newspaper. You’ll learn watercolor techniques to make animal paintings, hand-paint ancient-looking Egyptian scrolls, construct African masks using homemade egg tempera paint, and— most fun of all—paint colorful circus posters using ketchup, mustard, and chocolate syrup (don’t eat them though!). For extra fun, we’ll try face painting too. Grades K-3.

KS284-S19-1 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS284-S19-2 $275 August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Printmaking Danielle Larosee, Instructor Put aside your pencils and brushes—you’re going to love printmaking! Draw and paint with new tools and unusual materials to make one-of-a-kind prints for family and friends. We’ll create block prints, monotypes, and mixed media artworks. You’ll make carved, patterned relief prints from a simple object like an eraser, and a block of E-Z Cut synthetic rubber. Next, you’ll use plexiglass and ink to make beautiful painted monotypes. Then, you’ll combine your new printing skills to create mixed-media collages. You’ll finish the class with multiple original works and a new way to see art opportunities in everyday items around you. Grades 5-9. Bring a Speedball linoleum cutter.

KS295-S19 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Trash Art Ginelle McKenzie, Instructor Don’t throw it away! You can recycle your trash and use it to make really cool crafts. In

this class we’ll create great projects such as paper-towel-roll rainsticks, egg carton caterpillars, and recycled treasure boxes. We’ll also melt old crayons and put them in molds to create new fun-colored ones. For inspiration we’ll read books like Harold and The Purple Crayon, Michael Recycle Meets Litterbug Doug, and Willow. It’s not just about art—it’s about saving the planet too. Ages 4-7.

KS106-S19-1 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS106-S19-2 $275 August 19–23 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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3-D Printing, Coding, & Design BlocksCAD staff, Instructors See how the seemingly impossible is achieved! 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. Our instructor will print two of your designs over the course of the class; you’ll take one home, and the other will be delivered to the NCE office at Newton North for you to pick up later.

KS292-S19-1-Gr6-9 $285 (Grades 6-9) June 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS292-S19-2-Gr6-9 $285 (Grades 6-9) July 15–19 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS292-S19-3-Gr3-5 $285 (Grades 3-5) July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS292-S19-4-Gr3-5 $285 (Grades 3-5) August 12–16 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS292-S19-5-Gr3-5 $285 (Grades 3-5) August 19–23 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

3-D Printing Challenges Patrick Moran, Instructor Solve challenges of the past, present, and future with 3-D printing and design. After a brief creative design overview, we’ll use the TinkerCad program and MakerBot 3-D printer to solve ancient mysteries, such as the construction of the Mayan pyramids at Chichen Itza. After solving mysteries from the ancient past, we’ll each design and 3-D print an invention that could improve our lives today. Looking to the future, we’ll design and print buildings that could sustain life in previously uninhabitable regions of the globe. Gain skills in computer design and technology, become master problem-solvers, and get ready to conquer challenges from all times. Grades 6-9.

KS281-S19-1 $285 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS281-S19-3 $285 July 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS281-S19-3 $285 July 29-August 2 @ Newton South 1–4pm

App Inventors Circuit Lab staff, Instructors Explore the inner workings of mobile electronic devices in this hands-on class, and make fun, creative apps for Android phones and tablets. Using MIT App Inventor software, along with Arduino microcontrollers and Bluetooth, we’ll program Android apps to read sensors, control lights by remote, and design interactive games. You’ll learn fundamentals of circuitry, programming, and app design while building your projects, and you’ll have guidance from our expert instructors along the way. There’s plenty of room for your own ingenuity here, and the concepts you’ll learn apply to Apple products as well. Grades 6-9.

KS254-S19-1 $275 June 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS254-S19-2 $275 August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS254-S19-3 $275 August 19–23 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Camp Invention Judi Fitts, Director Enjoy high-energy activities that encourage inventive thinking and creative problem solving, while applying science, technology, engineering, math, and the arts. Grades 1-6. In Week 1, Epic, you’ll power a circuit using solar energy and engineer robotic inventions inspired by the unique biology of a cricket; design tree houses integrating simple machines, and produce and promote prototypes for a new green energy-fueled park; and enter the Invention Lab, where you’ll use a wrecking ball and mock dynamite to demolish structures, code a programmable robot, and conduct chemistry experiments. You’ll also take apart machines from home and reconfigure their parts to build new inventions. In Week 2, Supercharged, you’ll design underwater equipment, build ships, and dig up fossils on an undersea adventure; become farm managers and learn fundamental robotics coding techniques to maximize your time and profits; and team up with members of Innovation Force to design, build, and market an invention to thwart an evil villain. You’ll also learn about circuit boards, motors, and gears to reverse engineer a remote-controlled DIY robot. In both weeks, you’ll enjoy inventive outdoor games. Each week culminates in a presentation for family and friends. Kids will be grouped by age; we’ll try to place you with your friends if we get your requests by June 1. Attention veteran inventors: Supercharged is a new program, and Epic was last offered in 2016. For more information about both weeks’ programs, see our website.

KS274-S19-1 (Epic) $365 July 8–12 @ Newton South 9am–3:30pm KS274-S19-2 (Supercharged) $365 July 15–19 @ Newton South 9am–3:30pm

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Camp Invention CIT Program

Creative Computing

Train to be a counselor with us. Under the supervision of our Director, counselors, and teachers, you’ll assist with all details of our camp and help make each camper’s experience a great one. Call the NCE office at 617-559-6999 or email staff@newtoncommunityed.org to apply. Grades 7-9.

Circuit Lab staff, Instructors

Camp Invention—Extended Day The extended day program allows for an 8:30am drop-off Monday-Friday, as well as additional care until 5:30pm on MondayThursday afternoons. Activities include indoor and outdoor games. The fee cannot be prorated for individual days used. Family and friends are invited to attend our showcase on Friday afternoon each week, so no extended day is offered. Grades 1-6. No Extended Day on Friday afternoons.

KS008-S19-1(Epic) $130 July 8–12 @ Newton South 8:30–9am & 3:30–5:30pm KS008-S19-2(Supercharged) $130 July 15–19 @ Newton South 8:30–9am & 3:30–5:30pm

Electronic circuitry meets computer programming in this class. You’ll use the latest tools: Arduino (for building interactive devices) and Raspberry Pi (for learning about computers and coding) to take an idea and make it a real thing. Starting with the basics and building up to complex, interactive devices, we’ll create everything from LED light shows to wearable computers, using a comprehensive library of parts and equipment. Learn not just how to use computers, but also how to make them work for you, through our series of fun, hands-on projects from Circuit Lab. New and returning students welcome; this year’s class will include new projects. Grades 6-9.

KS154-S19-1 $175 July 1–3 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS154-S19-2 $275 August 12–16 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Dinos vs. Robots Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors

Circuitry 101 Circuit Lab staff, Instructors Light up the world! Learn all about circuitry and create your own electronics. You’ll 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 1-4.

KS251-S19-1 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS251-S19-2 $275 August 5–9 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS251-S19-3 $275 August 19–23 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Pick your side and join us. Dinosaurs and robots duke it out in this class (for your attention, that is). Build simple circuits and experiment with electricity; then learn how robots communicate in code so you can design your own custom working robot to take home. Play with mechanical, solar, and motorized bots as they walk, roll, and buzz. Next, travel back in time to the mighty Mesozoic era when the dinosaurs ruled the earth. Inspect real fossils, and find out how dinos got their names. Build a prehistoric volcano—hope the dinosaurs don’t get caught in a lava flow! Make a model of a giant dinosaur egg, then compare your favorite carnivore (T-Rex) with your favorite herbivore (Diplodocus) to determine which is the most awesome. Grades K-2.

KS313-S19-1 $275 June 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS313-S19-2 $275 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS313-S19-3 $275 August 19–23 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Hands-on Electronics

MathemAddicts

ELL Science Discovery

Circuit Lab staff, Instructors

Steve Dubin, Instructor

Tinker with electronics while learning the basics of computer programming. Beginning with experiments that explore the fundamentals of electronics and circuit building, you’ll move on to design your own interactive and programmable devices. Working both independently and in teams, you’ll use the latest tools including Arduino (for building interactive devices) and Raspberry Pi (for learning about computers and coding) to experiment with LEDs, resistors, motors, and programming. You’ll create interactive flashlights, digital musical instruments, homemade computer games, and more. Each day you’ll design a hands-on project under the guidance of skilled Circuit Lab instructors. New and returning students welcome; this year’s class will include new projects. Grades 3-5.

Is your attitude towards math “I want more”? Does the prospect of playing with spheres, cones, cylinders, cubes, and their cousins make your heart go pit-a-pat? Do you think that math is cool? If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, this class is for you! We’ll assemble classic three-dimensional figures, learn about some cool relationships among them, and work together to build a geodesic dome. We’ll do a bunch of numbers puzzles, and you’ll probably hear some math jokes along the way. Great for future programmers or math geeks who want to have fun. Grades 5-9.

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Game Design with Scratch Coding with Kids staff, Instructors Get with the program and learn Scratch, a popular, free programming tool created at MIT. Scratch was designed not only to teach kids to program, but to do it in a way that is transferable to more sophisticated languages. In this class, you’ll create thematic animations, interactive stories, and short video games, while mastering different skills and coding concepts daily. We’ll end the week with a super show-and-tell of your individual creations. The world runs on code; get your start here. Grades 3-5.

KS324-S19-1 $295 July 8–12 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS324-S19-2 $295 July 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS324-S19-3 $295 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS324-S19-4 $295 August 5–9 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Girls STEAM Studio Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Girls: join the STEM to STEAM movement. STEAM means science, technology, engineering, art, and math—we’ve got it all right here at NCE. Become a true innovator as you engineer and design complex, multi-day projects, and learn some math and science concepts as you go. Create sculptures and gadgets from kits and from scratch, make squishy dough circuits to wire your own light-up creation, use chemistry to create rainbow slime and sparkling crystals, and use geometry to design terrific tessellations. At the end of the week, you’ll make your own cool nature box to take home. Grades 1-4 (Girls only).

KS314-S19-1 $175 July 1–3 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS314-S19-2 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 1–4pm

KS153-S19-1 $175 July 1–3 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS153-S19-2 $275 August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Lego Engineering Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Attention Lego™ lovers: we’ve updated our Lego engineering program to include STEMbased challenges and free building—two things we know you love. You’ll build mechanisms that incorporate gears, flywheels, levers, and cams to make barking dogs, crawling bugs, launch-powered drag racers, and other amazing contraptions. Crank up the fun as you build with Legos in problem-solving challenges: try designing a spinning eggbeater or creating a car to carry Lego bricks uphill. Rise to the Lego challenge! Grades 1-4.

KS316-S19-1 $275 June 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS316-S19-2 $275 July 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS316-S19-3 $275 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 1–4pm

KS120-S19-1 $255 July 8–12 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS120-S19-2 $255 July 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm

Minecraft Mania Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors We’re wicked excited to bring you Minecraft Mania—a blend of virtual learning with hands-on activities that explore science and engineering using Minecraft. Use an interactive avatar to investigate a game-based educational environment. Engage in real-world activities covering geology, engineering, physics, and biology. Learn about the properties of rocks and minerals, and take home your own rock collections. Build skyscrapers and simple machines, plant your own crops, and learn about electricity in enjoyable experiential challenges. Join us for a week of fascination in our virtual classroom. Grades 2-5. Parents, don’t worry—computer time is mixed with creative craft activities and outdoor time.

KS109-S19-1 $415 June 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–4pm KS109-S19-2 $415 July 15–19 @ Newton North 9am–4pm KS109-S19-3 $415 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–4pm KS109-S19-4 $415 August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–4pm

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Next Gen Lego Robotics

Power Programmers: Python

Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors

Alex O’Reilly, Instructor

The Mania continues! Explore and build in Minecraft worlds that have been customized for Wicked Cool learning activities. Construct complex villages and map out a hands-on model community built with real-world materials. Learn the secrets of Minecraft to forge unique tools, discover the awesome power of redstone, and create automated factories to supply your empire. Design light-up circuits and simple machines to take home. No Minecraft experience necessary. Grades 3-6. Veterans of our Minecraft Mania class: these are different activities, so join us again for twice the fun. Don’t worry—computer time is mixed with creative craft activities and outdoor time.

See what more your Lego™ robots can do! With Lego WeDo software and building kits, we’ll use iPads and Bluetooth technology to send programming instructions to a wireless module so your robots can roam untethered. Your free-roaming robots will be capable of completing structured as well as open-ended tasks. Build 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, and start your career as a robotics engineer here. Grades 1-4.

Learn to code with Python, a widely-used, high-level programming language. From your first “Hello World” program, to increasingly complex challenges and games, you’ll build a versatile toolbox to use in any programming project. Once you’ve mastered the core concepts such as loops, functions, and classes, you’ll plan and build your own unique creation—the sky’s the limit! Whether you’re new to programming or have experience with drag-and-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 6-9.

KS265-S19-1 $415 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–4pm KS265-S19-2 $415 July 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–4pm KS265-S19-3 $415 August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–4pm

KS312-S19-1 $275 July 15–19 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS312-S19-2 $275 August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS312-S19-3 $275 August 19–23 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Nature Science

Optics: Science or Illusion?

Rachel Kaufmann, Instructor

Mahshid Pourmand, Instructor

Take a hike! Join us for a new perspective on the natural world around you. We’ll spend as much time as the weather allows on outdoor adventures close by our classroom. You’ll create your own explorer toolkit with a nature notebook, magnifying glass, and ranger beads; engage your five senses and perform close observations to catch and actually appreciate insects; and learn to track animals, using a map and compass, and looking for signs like nibbled leaves, middens, or animal holes. We’ll also play partner games to help us identify tree types. On indoor days we’ll create a special map to locate a treasure hidden in the wild, learn about orienteering, and perhaps bring some insect guests inside to play. Grades 1-4.

KS288-S19-1 $265 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS288-S19-2 $265 August 19–23 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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Lighten up! Enter the optics lab for a week of illuminating experiments and eye-opening hands-on activities, and learn about the science that explains what we see. We’ll bounce light off mirrors to see how its reflections cause one or multiple objects to appear, follow the path of light as it bends through water to distort an immersed object, and learn how light scatters to make the sky blue or red. Then we’ll get practical and discover polarization, and how it alters what we see through sunglasses, Polaroid pictures, and more. We’ll also make our own periscopes and telescopes to examine things both near and far. You haven’t seen anything like this before, so join us! Grades 3-6.

KS277-S19-1 $265 August 12–16 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS277-S19-2 $265 August 19–23 @ Newton North 1–4pm

KS252-S19-1 $180 July 1–3 @ Newton South 9am–12pm No class Thursday–Friday, July 4–5. KS252-S19-2 $285 July 15–19 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS252-S19-3 $285 August 5–9 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS252-S19-4 $285 August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS252-S19-5 $285 August 19–23 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Robotics 101 Circuit Lab staff, Instructors Can a robot make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich? Join us for an intro to robotics and find out what our tech creations can and can’t do. In this class you’ll enjoy hands-on activities focusing on what it means to write, debug, and execute computer programs. We’ll start low-tech, creating and running “human programs,” and we’ll advance to programming the popular Sphero robot, SPRK+. We’ll program Sphero to speak when it is shaken, change colors on demand, spin like dice to output random numbers, perform magic like Harry Potter’s wand, and more (but not make a P, B, & J sandwich). Grades 2-5.

KS293-S19-1 $275 June 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS293-S19-2 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Need Help Planning your Summer? Use the Summer at a Glance chart on page 44 & 45 for weekby-week scheduling. Or call us.

Rocket Science Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors This is Rocket Science! This year’s program features our all-time favorite rocket, the customizable E2X, perfect for the young aerospace engineer. You’ll investigate the solar system, design a satellite, and build a space base for an astronaut, keeping a commander’s log to record your work as you go. Embark on an out-of-this world adventure making galactic slime and glittering galaxies, and craft a space shuttle to travel to infinity and beyond while learning the laws of aerodynamics and flight. To top things off, you’ll don your NASA pin and lab coat at mission control, and end the week with a solid-fuel high-flying rocket launch (weather permitting). Grades 1-4.

KS310-S19-1 $175 July 1–3 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS310-S19-2 $275 July 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS310-S19-3 $275 August 12–16 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Science Lab Maire Anne Diamond, Instructor Can you make a rainbow from white light? How do seeds grow? What lives in soil? How heavy is a cow’s skull? How light is a bird bone? Can you make a solid if you mix two liquids together? Come ready to observe, investigate, and find answers to your science questions. Through projects, crafts, games, and experiments, we’ll explore magnetism, invisible matter, living things, and the science of color. Mix up some super solutions and watch your curiosity bubble up when you join us at our science lab. Ages 4-7.

KS122-S19-1 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS122-S19-2 $275 August 19–23 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Web Design Coding with Kids staff, Instructors Go viral. Apply your creative and technical talents and build your own website. Learn to create great web pages that include pictures, sound, and video. We’ll explore HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, the technologies that are “under the hood” of all websites, and work on ways you can organize layouts, colors, and content to make your pages pop. As an added plus, you’ll learn to design web-based games of your own. At the end of the week we’ll put your website online, and you can continue programming at home with your new Coding with Kids account. Grades 5-9.

KS325-S19-1 $295 July 15–9 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS325-S19-2 $295 August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS325-S19-3 $295 August 19–23 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Attention Muggles! Kimberly Meredith, Instructor Apparate to NCE. Join other wannabe witches and wizards for a week of Harry Potter immersion. We’ll explore the world of Harry and the Magical Beasts through art, science experiments, and games. We’ll test your Harry Potter knowledge through trivia, and determine what house you belong in. You’ll create a wand, a golden origami snitch, a howler, and other Hogwarts artifacts. You’ll also construct a papier-mâché beast or mythical creature, and use Hogwarts School materials to make bouncy balls and other fun concoctions. The world of magic awaits you! Grades 2-5.

KS319-S19-1 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS319-S19-2 $275 July 29–August 2 @ Newton South 1–4pm

Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Is there a doctor in the house? It could be you! Monitor the progress of your own virtual patient throughout the week and learn how the awesome, complex systems that make up the human body work. What is that jelly-like stuff in an eyeball? What would happen if bones could bend? And how can the ball of mush that is your brain make everything in the human body work? You’ll keep medical charts and become anatomy specialists as you create model organs, bones, joints, and lungs. Learn to use a stethoscope, take vital signs, and incorporate healthy habits to keep your patient in great shape. Grades 1-4.

KS311-S19-1 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS311-S19-2 $275 July 15–19 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS311-S19-3 $275 August 5–9 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS311-S19-4 $275 August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Cardboard Cities Danielle Larosee, Instructor Create an entire city or neighborhood out of recycled cardboard boxes, small jars, and plastic containers. Build gardens, fences, animals, and pipe cleaner and pom-pom people to inhabit your town; then paint siding, windows, roofs, walkways, and streets. Learn how trash and recycled materials can create new toys and worlds. Your cities will be glued to large, flat pieces of cardboard so they can be transported home at the end of the week. Wear old clothes or a smock. Grades K-3. Bring lots of cardboard—flat sheets, and boxes of all sizes except extra large.

KS125-S19-1 $165 July 1–3 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS125-S19-2 $265 July 15–19 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Chess Intensive Ross Eldridge & Nicholas Sterling, Instructors Serious chess players: your fun doesn’t have to end with the school year. Use the summer to build your chess-playing skills. You’ll review chess principles, looking at positions from real games played by grandmasters, and we’ll focus on strategy and tactics. You’ll learn about notation for reading and writing games as well. Each day will include a combination of instruction and games; on the final day we’ll have an in-class tournament. Keep your mind sharp this summer and join us for a week of the ultimate game of strategy. No beginners please! Grades 3-6.

KS196-S19-1 $275 (Eldridge) June 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS196-S19-4 $275 (Sterling) July 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS196-S19-2 $275 (Eldridge) August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS196-S19-3 $275 (Eldridge) August 19–23 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

DIY Scents & Suds Beth Denman, Instructor Indulge yourself with homemade products for you and your home. You can use these crafts to pamper yourself or a friend, and they can replace boring, chemical-filled, store-bought products. You’ll learn to make all-natural, custom-scented beauty products like bath salts, soap, and lip gloss, as well as homey things like fizz balls and beeswax candles. You’ll enjoy a craft or two per day, and finish the week with a recipe book so you can repeat these activities at home. Grades 2-5.

KS205-S19-1 $295 July 15–19 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS205-S19-2 $295 August 5–9 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS205-S19-3 $295 August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS205-S19-4 $295 August 19–23 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Draw & Build— Architecture Studio Chip Piatti, Instructor

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ELL Science Discovery Stacey Kazakoff-Eigen, Instructor

Apply your creativity and building prowess. Design your dream house and learn tricks of the trade used by real architects. You’ll draw floor plans and build models of your house, presenting your creative ideas for review by classmates. You’ll make drawings on graph paper with a variety of architectural pencils, and build models from cardboard, paper, and additional materials you’ll bring from home. We’ll provide the drawing materials: pencils, paper, erasers, squares, and scales. At the end of the week, you’ll have drawings and models of your creation to take home, and you’ll share these in a presentation for family and friends on the last day. You can’t move in yet, but your dream house may be a reality one day! Grades 5-9.

KS280-S19 $265 August 19–23 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

KS118-S19 $275 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Game Creators

Have fun with science with fellow English language learners. We’ll ask scientific questions, make hypotheses, and conduct experiments to find answers. We’ll explore color by dying flowers, finding ways to lighten and darken colors around us. We’ll make a rainbow in a jar and investigate materials that make bubbles and small explosions when they’re combined. We’ll crack the mystery of eggs by looking inside them when their shells are on, making them smaller without breaking them, and protecting them in a crash so they won’t break. We’ll also learn what makes objects sink or float, see how heat affects different materials and how long it takes to melt ice or chocolate, and make our own lava lamps to take home. All levels welcome; native English speakers too! Grades K-3.

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ELL Conversation & Crafts Stacey Kazakoff-Eigen, Instructor Practice speaking English and make great art with fellow English language learners. Each day we’ll feature a new theme. We’ll use watercolors to paint our favorite animals, and a seasons wheel to show different seasons and weather patterns for each. We’ll make lifesized versions of ourselves, and flip books of our families showing where we come from and what we like to do, and we’ll have a food fest, exploring names of foods we love and what we eat at home, and creating a our own imaginary cafe in the classroom. We’ll also make a school bus; posters of our classrooms; and a colorful map to show schools, hospitals, stores, and more. Join us for a week full of fun, crafts, and community. All levels welcome; native English speakers too! Grades K-3.

KS279-S19 $265 August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Take a wrong turn and your character goes down the drain. Don’t like that ending? Then why not just write the game? Join other wannabe fiction writers and aspiring computer programmers and write your own interactive online game. Using a specialized program called Choicescript, you’ll learn the computer code you need to design action-packed adventure games. You’ll work as a team to craft the story, create the characters, write the code, and of course try out finished product. You’ll also analyze the personality type associated with your game-playing choices. No problem if you’re new to computer programming; this is a great place to start. But you must love to be creative and write. Your final games will be hosted on the Choice of Games website for friends and family to play.

KS198-S19-1-Gr4-6 $265 (Grades 4-6) August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS198-S19-2-Gr6-9 $265 (Grades 6-9) August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS198-S19-3-Gr4-6 $265 (Grades 4-6) August 19–23 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Landscape Architecture

Half-day Programs

Chip Piatti, Instructor Move mountains! Change the course of mighty rivers. Build from sea to shining sea. Find out how landscape architects change the face of the earth. We’ll begin with land forms and contours, then add rivers, and roads and rails for homes; we’ll finish the project with other buildings and vehicles. We’ll provide the building materials and instructions; you bring the creativity. On the last day you’ll share a presentation with family and friends, and you’ll leave with a piece of the “land” to take home. Grades 2-5.

KS167-S19 $275 July 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm

Public Speaking Boot Camp Kim Vanaman, Instructor Conquer your inner fears or unleash your inner ham. Get the skills and confidence you need to successfully speak in public, whether it’s in class, at a meeting, or as a future speech competitor. Through a variety of exercises, games, and activities (as well as a lot of practice speaking in front of this group), we’ll explore the many aspects of public speaking, work on a variety of presentation styles, learn how to prepare ourselves physically and mentally for speaking, and have fun in a relaxed and entertaining environment. The skills you learn here will last a lifetime. Our final class will include a short and informal performance for family and friends. New and returning students welcome. Grades 5-9. Bring a spiral notebook, 3x5 cards, pens, pencils, and a favorite book.

KS024-S19-1 $275 July 15–19 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS024-S19-2 $275 July 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

Make a full day. Combine a halfday sports camp with another NCE class and save $25! See our Summer at a Glance chart on pages 44-45, or call us for help planning your summer.

For programs with an asterisk (*), a copy of your up-to-date medical form/immunization record is required for participation; please return it to our office at least two weeks in advance of camp. Note on the form which camp(s) you are attending.

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

KS921-S19-1 $125 June 18–July 16 @ Mason Rice Field 5:30–6:30pm

Mail: Newton Community Education 457 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460 Fax: 617-559-6998 Email: summersports@newtoncommunityed.org

Archery Baystate Archery staff, Instructors Fun fact: Newton was home to the nation’s first organized archery team, The Newton Archers, circa 1935. Honoring that legacy, NCE is pleased to offer this still-popular sport. 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 3-9.

KS924-S19-1 $135 July 1–3 @ Zervas 9–11am KS924-S19-2 $225 August 19–23 @ Bigelow 9–11am Things you need to know: 1. A waiver must be completed for participation in all sports camps; find the form with your class listing on our website. Medical forms from your pediatrician’s office must be submitted to Newton Community Education at least two weeks prior to the start of camp; you can fax these to us at 617-559-6998. 2. Check your class listing on our website for specifics on what to bring to camp. 3. Camps will be held indoors if it rains. (This does not apply to Soccer Tykes—see the course info online for our weather hotline.) 4. Full-day sports camps at Newton North include a swim period. Bring your suit and towel! 5. Make a full day. Combine a morning sports camp with an afternoon NCE class and save $25! See our Summer at a Glance chart on pages 68-69 or call us for help planning your summer. 6. Need Extended Day? See our website for details.

Basketball Junior* Be Ahead of the Game staff, Instructors Join our fun-loving coaches and learn the basics of basketball. We’ll work on ball-handling, dribbling, defending, passing, and shooting. You’ll enjoy playground play, contests, and a smattering of other sports and games too. Ages 4-8.

KS925-S19-1 $215 August 12–16 @ Mason Rice 9am–12pm KS925-S19-2 $225 August 19–23 @ Zervas 9am–12pm

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Dodgeball & Multi-Sports* Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Dodgeball is more than just a party game— it is actually a serious game of strategy, and there are multiple ways to play. Join us and see how you do against those out to get you. Try your skill at different dodgeball-related games such as Doctor, Bombardment, and Jailball; you’ll also enjoy a mix of other sports and games we’ll add to round out your camp day. Grades 3-6.

KS926-S19 $215 August 12–16 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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. We’ll use flags only; no tackling. Grades 3-6.

KS918-S19-1 $215 August 19–23 @ Mason Rice School Field 9am–12pm KS918-S19-2 $215 August 26–30 @ Mason Rice Field 9am–12pm

Parkour Parkour Generations Boston staff, Instructors Make the world your playground! Get physical using equipment like stairs, ramps, and railings that are readily available in our indoor and outdoor environments. Learn Parkour’s unique exercises, games, and drills designed to improve your balance, strength, spatial awareness, and flexibility. Our classes include instruction in the basic movements and techniques of Parkour, as well as exercises designed to improve general fitness and endurance. Two waivers are required for participation in this program. See our website for details.

KS928-S19-1-Gr5-9 $275 (Grades 5-9) August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS928-S19-2-Gr1-4 $275 (Grades 1-4) August 5–9 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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KS928-S19-3-Gr1-4 $275 (Grades 1-4) August 19–23 @ Bigelow 9am–12pm KS928-S19-4-Gr5-9 $275 (Grades 5-9) August 19–23 @ Bigelow 1–4pm

Soccer & Multi-Sports* Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors More fun than just one sport—enjoy a variety in this camp. Soccer will be our core sport, but unique games and activities will also be part of the mix. Our enthusiastic coaches will teach you proper skills, rules, and tips for each sport; they’ll also referee, assure maximum playing time for each athlete, and kick off our final-day tournament each week. You’ll be grouped by age and skill level. Ages 4-8.

Zervas School: 9am-12pm KS919-S19-1 $215 (June 24–28) KS919-S19-2 $135 (July 1–3) KS919-S19-3 $215 (July 8–12) KS919-S19-4 $215 (July 15–19) KS919-S19-5 $215 (July 22–26) KS919-S19-6 $215 (July 29–August 2) Newton North HS: 9am-12pm KS919-S19-7 $215 (August 5–9) KS919-S19-8 $215 (August 12–16) Mason Rice School: 9am-12pm KS919-S19-9 $215 (August 19–23) KS919-S19-10 $215 (August 26–30)

Tennis* John K. Reale, Instructor Beginning and intermediate players, join us to improve your game and get more enjoyment from tennis. We’ll introduce fundamental skills through games and exercises to build overall coordination and technique. You’ll learn proper grips, footwork, strokes, volleys, and serves in a fun and dynamic way. We’ll refine those skills through practice games and matches; you’ll receive personal attention throughout. Grades 4-9.

KS927-S19-1 $235 August 5–9 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS927-S19-2 $235 August 12–16 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Full-day Programs A copy of your up-to-date medical form/ immunization record is required for participation in these camps; please return it to our office at least two weeks in advance of camp. Note on the form which camp(s) you are attending. Mail: Newton Community Education 457 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460 Fax: 617-559-6998 Email: sports@newtoncommunityed.org

All Sports* Kirsten McCarthy-Tuohy, Director Join us for instruction and supervised play in badminton, tennis, touch football, soccer, swimming, softball, indoor wall climbing, ultimate frisbee, and more. Grades 3-8.

KS910-S19 $305 August 5–9 @ Newton North 9am–3pm

Baseball* Tom Donnellan, Director We’ll work on pitching, hitting, infield play, bunting, and base running. We’ll use Gath Pool for recreational swim. Camp will be moved to an indoor location if it rains. Grades 1-8.

KS900-S19-1 $305 June 24–28 @ Albemarle Field 9am–3pm KS900-S19-2 $185 July 1–3 @ Albemarle Field 9am–3pm KS900-S19-2-Fri $65 July 5 @ Albemarle Field 9am–3pm

Basketball (Boys)* Paul Connolly, Director We’ll work on ball-handling, dribbling, defending, passing, shooting, and teamwork. Grades 4-9.

KS905-S19-1 $305 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–3pm KS905-S19-2 $305 July 15–19 @ Newton North 9am–3pm

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Basketball (Girls)*

Softball*

Paul Connolly, Director

Lauren Baugher, Director

We’ll work on ball-handling, dribbling, defending, passing, shooting, and teamwork. Grades 2-9.

We’ll work on hitting, bunting, pitching, catching, infield, outfield, and base-running. Grades K-8.

KS909-S19 $305 July 22–26 @ Newton North 9am–3pm

KS902-S19 $305 June 24–28 @ Newton North 9am–3pm

Dance Camp*

Volleyball*

Angela Rodriguez, Director

Barbara Majewski, Director

Work on kicks, turns, leaps, and/or hiphop technique. Build your skills and improve the precision in your routines. Grades 2-8.

We’ll work on forearm and overhead passing, setting, attacking, blocking, serving, positional play, and offensive and defensive strategies. Grades 2-9.

KS907-S19 $305 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–3pm

Field Hockey* Kristy Moore, Director Learn the fundamentals of hockey and develop individual and teamwork skills. Grades 2-9.

KS929-S18 $305 July 29–August 2 @ Newton North 9am–3pm

Lacrosse* Howard Landau & Nick Pfeifer, Directors We’ll work on stick-handling, defensive and offensive strategies, and teamwork. Grades 2-9.

KS901-S19 $305 (Girls; Landau) June 24–28 @ Newton North 9am–3pm KS908-S19 $305 (Boys; Pfeifer) July 22–26 @ Newton North 9am–3pm

Soccer* Brian Rooney, Director We’ll work on dribbling, passing, defensive and offensive positional play, and teamwork. Grades 2-8.

KS906-S19-1 $305 July 8–12 @ Newton North 9am–3pm KS906-S19-2 $305 July 15–19 @ Newton North 9am–3pm

KS904-S19 $185 July 1–3 @ Newton North 9am–3pm

High School Clinics Serious high school athletes, join us for skills development and prepare for your school team. Grades 9-12.

Field Hockey Clinic Lauren Baugher, Director KS914-S19 $195 August 19–21 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Football Clinic (Boys) Ted Dalicandro & Michael Coppola, Directors KS913-S19 $165 August 12–14 @ Newton South 5–7:30pm

Performance Conditioning Michael Bower, Director KS931-S19 $295 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays July 9–August 15 @ Newton South 8-10am

Soccer Clinic (Co-ed) Alicia Carrillo & James Roy Dow, Directors KS915-S19 $245 August 19–21 @ Warren House Field 9am–1pm

Swim Clinic

NCE Summer School At NCE Summer School we offer elective classes for credit and just for fun, academic classes that you can take in place of their school-year equivalents, and review classes that you can take to make up classes you did not successfully complete during the year. Check our website for complete information. The grades listed refer to your grade as of Fall 2019. Summer Driver’s Ed/College Prep (and More) classes are listed on on page 43.

Academic Classes We offer a full-credit class in U.S. History and a Physical Education Make-up class for students who need one or two credits of PE in order to graduate. Math Review is offered as a preview class for kids who would find that helpful. Classes meet Monday through Friday. There are no summer school classes on Thursday July 4 and Friday July 5. Newton students: You may not repeat a class for which you received a final grade of “N.”

Biology KS800-S19 $615 June 27–August 9 @ Newton North 8am–12pm

Chemistry KS801-S19 $615 June 27–August 9 @ Newton North 8am–12pm

Math Review and Preview KS814-S19 $415 June 27–August 9 @ Newton North 8–10am

P.E. Make-up KS812-S19 $205/one credit; $305/two credits June 27–July 12 @ Newton North

U.S. History KS807-S19 $615 June 27–August 9 @ Newton North 8am–12pm

Alexandra Raasch, Director KS917-S19 $195 August 5–7 @ Newton North 9am–12pm www.newtoncommunityed.org

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Elective Classes Critical Writing Danielle Johnson, Instructor If you often feel that your ideas are better than your papers, join us and improve your academic writing in all subjects. In this class, we’ll help you define a clear thesis and organize evidence to support it. You’ll practice structuring logical paragraphs, drawing convincing connections between them, and building up to a strong, emphatic conclusion. You’ll also learn to avoid common word use and grammatical errors that can detract from your arguments. You’ll finish this class with increased confidence to tackle your future writing assignments. Grades 9-12.

NCE Tech Four new programming classes for techie high schoolers. New

New

3-D Game Development with Java

Python Game Development Coding with Kids staff, Instructors

Coding with Kids staff, Instructors

Upon completion you will receive 1.5 credits. These credits count towards your general graduation requirements, but do not satisfy your English department credit requirements.

Learn to program or go the next step with Python. This text-based language is used Use HTML, CSS, Scratch, and Javascript to design games and create cool 3-D characters. for everything from game development to powering applications at NASA. You’ll learn This is the perfect entry point for anyone about data structures and algorithms, and who wants to learn how professionals probuild cognitive skills like logical reasoning gram games like Fortnite. You’ll learn the and creativity, as you design games, analyze fundamentals of game design, including data sets, and learn the basics of AI (artificial scene design, camera placement, and asset intelligence). All levels welcome: begincreation, as you learn Javascript or build on your current skills. Our games are developed ning students can start with drag and drop utilizing WebGL, so you can play them right programming to practice coding concepts without having to focus on syntax errors; in a web browser at home. All levels welstudents with prior coding experience can come; our classes are small to allow for lots jump right into Python. Grades 9-12. of individual attention. Grades 9-12.

KS802-S19 $465 June 27–July 19 @ Newton North 8am–12pm

KS816–S19 $495 July 8–July 12 @ Newton North 9am–4pm

KS818–S19 $495 July 22–July 26 @ Newton North 9am–4pm

Bridge to Calculus (formerly Pre-Calculus)

New

Minecraft Modding

Shawn Wallace, Instructor

Coding with Kids staff, Instructors

Robotics Engineering with Arduino

If you’ve successfully completed 513 or 613 Math, you may take this class to qualify for senior year calculus. We’ll cover the prerequisite topics you’ll need to understand before you move on to calculus. Your results from this course will be shared with the high school Math Department Chairs to determine appropriate placement for your senior year Math class. There is no credit awarded for this class. For students entering Grade 12.

KS806-S19 $365 June 27–July 19 @ Newton North 8–10am

Build your own Minecraft mods with Java, the most popular programming language in the world. You’ll run your own Minecraft server, where you can customize your Minecraft experience with code, landscapes, texture packs, and more, and you’ll create super swords, obstacle courses, and minigames. Using all the functionality of Java, you’ll take your mods to the next level, applying your creativity and developing your problem solving skills (which are essential for all computer programming). Whether or not you’re a Minecraft fan, building Minecraft mods is a great way to learn to program. Grades 9-12.

Coding with Kids staff, Instructors

Tuition includes a $30 fee for a Minecraft Java Edition account. This covers a three-week subscription to the premium Minecraft modding development environment and access to a private server. Instructions will be mailed to registered students.

Tuition includes an $80 fee for the robot, which you can take home and continue programming after class.

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Combine electronics and programming principles to build a robot. You’ll build an Arduino-powered, wheeled robot and use the C programming language to make your own autonomous vehicle. Starting with individual components, you’ll assemble your vehicle’s wheels and chassis, wire together the motors and sensors, and use the Arduino board as the controller. You’ll learn to control your robot remotely, then use AI (artificial intelligence) concepts to create an autonomous vehicle using C++. All levels welcome; our small class size allows for lots of individual attention. Grades 9-12.

KS819–S19 $575 July 29–August 2 @ Newton North 9am–4pm

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Driver’s Ed/College Prep (And More) Boo/ ACT Boot Camp Summit Educational Group staff, Instructors We’re pleased to partner with Summit Educational Group to offer a comprehensive program that covers all sections of the ACT exam. See our website for more information.

KH27–S19 $475 Monday August 19–Thursday August 22 @ Newton North 9am–12pm Class on Monday ends at 1pm

SAT Verbal Review Jacqueline Clark, 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.

Write Successful Essays for Your College Application Jacqueline Clark, Instructor Think you can write your college application essay the night before it’s due? Think again! Writing a standout essay doesn’t happen overnight. In this class, you’ll work with a professional writer who will help you choose your topic and improve your writing style. We’ll start by discussing what colleges are looking for (an essay that reflects who you are), and then, you’ll write. You’ll receive weekly written feedback on your essays as well as helpful critiques from your classmates. By the end of the class, you’ll be well on your way towards completion of your two Common Application essays, and you’ll have a handle on other essays your college applications may require. For the first session, please bring pencils and paper, or a laptop, if you have one, and a completed copy of our Background Info form, which is available under Forms on our website.

KH15–S19-1 $185 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm July 10–31

KH17–S19 $215 Monday August 12–Friday August 16 @ Newton South 12:30–2:30pm

KH15–S19-2 $185 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm July 11–August 1

SAT Math Review

New

Erin Fan, 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.

KH16–S19 $215 Monday August 12–Friday August 16 @ Newton South 10am–12pm

Financial Literacy for Teens Ying Lin, Instructor Become financially literate as you enter adulthood. Whether you have one or a million dollars, you still need to know how to manage your money. In this class you’ll learn money-management basics like how to open a bank account, fill out employment paperwork, and manage your cash flow. We’ll also discuss the importance of credit, and how to apply for credit cards, manage your credit, and build and maintain a strong credit score. Our class will be highly interactive: you’ll have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and apply what you learn to real-life scenarios. Grades 10 & up.

New this summer We’re pleased to partner with CS Driving School to offer our Driver’s Education program. See our class offerings below.

Driver’s Ed CS 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.

5 sessions $645; 10am-4:45pm Monday June 24-Friday June 28 KH22-S19-1 Newton South Monday July 8-Friday July 12 KH22-S19-2 Newton North Monday July 22-Friday July 26 KH22-S19-3 Newton South Monday August 12-Friday August 16 KH22-S19-4 Newton North Monday August 19-Friday August 23 KH22-S19-5 Newton North

Driver’s Ed Parent Training In this required course, parents and 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 June 25 6–8pm KH09-S19-1 Newton North Wednesday July 10 6–8pm KH09-S19-2 Newton South Thursday July 25 6–8pm KH09-S19-3 Newton North

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Grades

9am–12pm @ South

Animal Art Lego Engineering Clay Workshop Modern Art Adventure Digital Art & Animation Chess Intensive Glass Class App Inventors

K-3 1-4 2-5 2-5 3-5 3-6 5-9 6-9

1–4pm @ South

Dinos vs. Robots Fashion Art Projects Glass Class Robotics 101 Clay Workshop 3-D Printing, Coding, & Design

K-2 K-3 2-5 2-5 6-9 6-9

9am–4pm @ South

Minecraft Mania

2-5

7/1–7/3

Grades

7/22–7/26

Grades

9am–12pm @ North

9am–12pm @ South

Young Broadway Ages 4-8 Science Lab Ages 4-7 Classic Camp Crafts K-3 Wicked Cool Med School 1-4 Robotics 101 2-5 Attention Muggles 2-5 Fractured Fairy Tales 3-6 Printmaking 5-9 Draw & Build— Architecture Studio 5-9 3-D Printing Challenges 6-9

Young Broadway (continued) Ages 4-8 Fashion Art Projects K-3 Next Gen Lego Robotics 1-4 Photo Projects 2-5 Modern Art Adventure 2-5 Fractured Fairy Tales (continued) 3-6 Public Speaking Boot Camp 5-9 Creative Lettering 6-9 3-D Printing, Coding, & Design 6-9

Young Broadway Ages 4-8 Classic Camp Crafts K-3 Lego Engineering 1-4 Sweets Around the World 2-5 Game Design with Scratch 3-5 Fractured Fairy Tales 3-6 Upcycled Outfits 4-9 Modern Mosaics 5-9 Public Speaking Boot Camp 5-9 3-D Printing Challenges 6-9

1–4pm @ South

Cardboard Cities Girls STEAM Studio Sweets Around the World Clay Workshop Digital Art & Animation Art Studio: Draw & Paint Creative Computing

K-3 1-4 2-5 2-5 3-5 3-9 6-9

Sports this Week

9am–12pm @ Zervas

Archery 3-9

Soccer & Multi-Sports

9am–12pm @ Zervas

9am–3pm @ Albemarle

Soccer & Multi-Sports

Baseball 1-8

9am–3pm @ Albemarle

Ages 4-8

9am–3pm @ North

Baseball 1-8

Softball K-8 Lacrosse (Girls) 2-9

9am–3pm @ North

Volleyball 2-9 * There are no classes on Thursday–Friday, July 4–5.

1–4pm @ North

Trash Art Ages 4-7 K-3 Paint & Print 1-4 Circuitry 101 Girls STEAM Studio 1-4 Game Design with Scratch 3-5 Knitting 3-9 Picture Perfect: Digital Photography & Editing 5-9 MathemAddicts 5-9 6-9 Creative Lettering

1–4pm @ North

1–4pm @ South

Animal Art K-3 K-3 Cardboard Cities Wicked Cool Med School 1-4 DIY Scents & Suds 2-5 Embroidery Workshop 3-9 Web Design 5-9 6-9 Curtain Calls Power Programmers: Python 6-9

9am–4pm @ North

3-D Sculpture K-3 1-4 Rocket Science Landscape Architecture 2-5 Chess Intensive 3-6 Knitting 3-9 Art Studio: Charcoals & Pastels 3-9 Stop-Motion Animation 4-9 Vive la France: 5-8 French Pastry Darkroom Photography 5-9 MathemAddicts 5-9

Minecraft Mania 2 3-6 NCE TECH: 3-D Game Development with Java 9-12

Minecraft Mania NCE TECH: Minecraft Modding

9am–12pm @ South

Cooking Around the World

2-5 9-12

All About Pies 2-9

5-8

1–4pm @ South

Vive la France: French Pastry

2-5

9am–3:30pm @ South

Camp Invention

1-6

2-9

Camp Invention

9am–3pm @ North

1-6

Sports this Week

9am–12pm @ Zervas

Soccer & Multi-Sports

Ages 4-8

Dance Camp 2-8 Soccer 2-8 Basketball (Boys) 4-9

9am–12pm @ Zervas

Soccer & Multi-Sports

9am–12pm @ Zervas

9am–3pm @ North

Minecraft Mania 2 3-6 NCE TECH: Python Game Development 9-12

9am–3:30pm @ South

Sports this Week

Soccer & Multi-Sports

9am–4pm @ South

Sports this Week

Cooking Around the World

1–4pm @ South

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Grades

Art Around the World K-3 Rocket Science 1-4 Hands-on Electronics 3-5 Stitch Studio 3-9 Imposter Baking 4-9 Improv 5-9 6-9 Clay Workshop Power Programmers: Python 6-9

9–11am @ Zervas

7/15–7/19

9am–12pm @ South

Sports this Week

Ages 4-8

7/8–7/12

Ages 4-8

9am–3pm @ North

Soccer 2-8 Basketball (Boys) 4-9

Basketball (Girls) Lacrosse (Boys)

Ages 4-8 2-9 2-9

Kids Summer at a Glance 7/29–8/2

Grades

8/5–8/9

Grades

8/12–8/16

Grades

8/19–8/23

Grades

8/26–8/30

9am–12pm @ South

9am–12pm @ North

Sports this Week

Young Broadway (continued) Ages 4-8 Dinos vs. Robots K-2 Nature Science 1-4 Actors Studio 1-5 Glass Class 2-5 Fractured Fairy Tales (continued) 3-6 3-D Printing, Coding, & Design 3-5 Art Studio: Acrylic Painting 3-9 4-9 Decor by Me Stop-Motion Animation 4-9 Cookies & Cupcakes & Cake Pops–Oh My! 5-8 Curtain Calls 6-9

Paint & Print K-3 Next Gen Lego Robotics 1-4 Advanced Actors Studio 3-6 Chess Intensive 3-6 Game Creators 4-6 Decor by Me 4-9 Improv 5-9 Web Design 5-9 App Inventors 6-9

3-D Sculpture K-3 ELL Conversation & Crafts K-3 Wicked Cool Med School 1-4 Actors Studio 1-5 DIY Scents & Suds 2-5 Hands-on Electronics 3-5 Art Studio: Collage 3-9 Picture Perfect: Digital Photography & Editing 5-9 Power Programmers: Python 6-9 Game Creators 6-9

Trash Art Ages 4-7 Science Lab Ages 4-7 Puppetry Workshop K-2 ELL Science Discovery K-3 Next Gen Lego Robotics 1-4 Glass Class 2-5 Digital Art & Animation 3-5 3-D Printing, Coding, & Design 3-5 Chess Intensive 3-6 Art Studio: Acrylic Painting 3-9 App Inventors 6-9 Power Programmers: Python 6-9

9am–12pm @ Mason Rice

1–4pm @ South

Puppetry Workshop K-2 1-4 Lego Engineering Attention Muggles! 2-5 Oodles of Noodles 2-8 Game Design with Scratch 3-5 Embroidery Workshop 3-9 Drawing Workshop 3-9 Computer Art: Photoshop 5-9 Glass Class 5-9 3-D Printing Challenges 6-9 Minecraft Mania 2-5 NCE TECH: Robotics Engineering with Arduino9-12

9am–4pm @ North

Minecraft Mania 2

3-6

9am–12pm @ South

The Brunch Club

4-9

1–4pm @ South

Imposter Baking

4-9

9am–12pm @ North

Soccer & Multi-Sports Ages 4-8 Parkour 5-9 Parkour 1-4 Tennis 4-9

9am–12pm @ Zervas

Ages 4-8

9am–3pm @ North

All Sports

2-9

1–4pm @ North

Animal Art Rocket Science Photo Projects Fabric and Fiber Art 3-D Printing, Coding, & Design Optics: Science or Illusion? Art Studio: Draw & Paint Advanced Actors Studio Modern Mosaics Creative Computing

K-3 1-4 2-5 2-5

3-8

1–4pm @ North

8:45am–3pm @ South

Dinos vs. Robots Circuitry 101 Actors Studio DIY Scents & Suds Optics: Science or Illusion? Drawing Workshop Art Studio: Collage Game Creators Glass Class Web Design 3-D Printing, Coding, & Design

Innovations 1-7

9am–12pm @ South

Sports this Week

Nature Science

9am–12pm @ Mason Rice

8:45am–3pm @ South

3-5 3-6 3-9 3-9 5-9 6-9

9am–4pm @ North

1–4pm @ North

Sports this Week

Field Hockey

Art Around the World K-3 1-4 Circuitry 101 Wicked Cool Med School 1-4 Actors Studio 1-5 DIY Scents & Suds 2-5 Game Design with Scratch 3-5 Modern Mosaics 5-9 Power Programmers: Python 6-9

Sports this Week

9am–4pm @ South

Soccer & Multi-Sports

1–4pm @ North

Minecraft Mania

2-5

Basketball Junior Ages 4-8 9am–12pm @ North

Soccer & Multi-Sports Ages 4-8 Dodgeball & Multi-Sports 3-6

K-2 1-4 1-5 2-5 3-6 3-9 3-9 4-6 5-9 5-9 6-9 1-4

Innovations 1-7 Sports this Week 9am–12pm @ Mason Rice

1–4pm @ North

Soccer & Multi-Sports Flag Football

Tennis 4-9

9am–12pm @ Zervas

Ages 4-8 3-6

Soccer & Multi-Sports Ages 4-8 Flag Football 3-6

EXTRA! Soccer Tykes Tuesday evenings June 18 – July 16 @ Mason Rice Ages 2–3

Babysitting & CPR Thursday June 27 and Tuesday August 27 @ South

Extended Day Mornings: 8–9am Afternoons: 4–5:30pm

EXTRA! EXTRA! NCE TECH One to four weeks of programming classes for high schoolers. July 8–August 12

Financial Literacy for Teens Wednesdays July 17 & 24 at Newton South, 6-8pm

Basketball Junior Ages 4-8

NEW THIS YEAR

9–11am @ Bigelow

Registration closes the Thursday before the following week’s programs. Sign up early so you don’t miss out!

9am–12pm @ Bigelow

Archery 3-9 Parkour 1-4 1–4pm @ Bigelow

Parkour 5-9

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General Info & Policies

Adults & Kids Access Our classes are open to everyone from all communities. 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, 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. Call us for more information. Permissions We may occasionally post student work to our website or take pictures of students in our classes for 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 school-year 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. See the next page for our Kids Summer Refund Policy. Registration Fee We charge a $6 registration fee per person per session.

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Waitlist Status If the class you want is full, sign up for the waitlist! It’s free, and we often get last-minute changes. You can always turn down a spot if it’s offered to you. 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 the class listing online. Classes cancelled due to weather are made up at the end of the term; there are 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.

Kids Behavior Policy 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. Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures Drop-off: Please bring your child directly to his or her class each day; there will be directional signs and friendly staff to guide you from the main lobbies of each high school. Pick-up: If anyone other than a parent or guardian will be picking up your child, contact the NCE office by email. If your child is in grade 3-6 and can self-dismiss, email us at staff@newtoncommunityed.org with your permission. State your child’s name and NCE classes(es). Kids in grades 7 & up can self-dismiss with no written permission. Kids who self-dismiss can not remain in the building and must leave the school campus.

Extended Day We have both morning and afternoon Extended Day. Our morning program runs from 8-9am; our staff will bring students to their 9am classes. Our afternoon program runs from 4-5:30pm; our staff will pick up students from their afternoon classes and bring them to Extended Day. Sports Extended Day runs from 3–4pm. Morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up will be at our designated Extended Day location. We don’t prorate our fee for Extended Day, but you are welcome to send your child for fewer than five days (let us know in advance if you plan to do this). Please no early drop-offs or late pickups, as there is no supervision before 8am or after 5:30pm. Grades/Ages All grades and ages listed are for Fall 2019. Late Fees Please respect our staff and pick up your child on time. Late pick-ups will be charged as follows: 1st time: $25 2nd time: $50 If you’re late three times, you’ll be asked to withdraw your child from our program and no refund will be given. Locations To find your class, come to the main entrance of the school and you’ll have help from there. We’ll have color-coded signs and friendly staff to guide you, and in some cases we may send you specific directions by email too. For sports programs at elementary schools, drop-off and pickup are at the field. Make A Full Day Choose the morning and afternoon programs you want and sign up for Lunch too. Our staff will take your child from the morning class to Lunch and from Lunch to the afternoon class, and you can pick up from there. There is no need to sign up for Lunch if your child is enrolled in a class that runs from 9–3pm or later, as they will have lunch as a class. You must bring your own lunch, as lunch is not provided. Lunch is not offered for kids who are enrolled in a single half-day program. Medical Attention NCE Kids staff will make every effort to contact you in the event of an emergency requiring medical attention for your child. If you can not be reached, we will transport your child to the nearest hospital by emergency vehicle and will

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secure the necessary medical treatment. We have designated staff members who are trained in the basics of First aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and will administer immediate first aid to your child when appropriate. No NCE staff member (excluding at Camp Innovations) is permitted to administer medication. Please call our office to discuss any medical needs.

Registration Deadline New this summer: Registration closes the Thursday before the following week’s programs. Snacks & Lunch Bring your own snacks for half-day programs, and lunch as well for fullday ones. Special Needs If there’s additional information we should have for your child to be successful in our program, please let us know at least three weeks before the start of your class. Email us at studentinfo@newtoncommunityed. org or call us at 617-5596999 and we will follow up with you. If you register less than three weeks before your child’s class starts, contact us immediately.

Refunds/Withdrawals If you withdraw from a class by May 31, you can have a refund minus a $25 processing fee. After May 31, no refunds or credits will be given. A transfer may be possible, space permitting. There is a $50 fee for each transfer. Refund and transfer requests must be made by phone during our daytime office hours.

NEWTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION STAFF

NEWTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Superintendent Dr. David Fleishman

Director Karen O’Neill 617-559-6999 Program Director, Kids Lisa Rucinski 617-559-6995 Kids Program Asst. Brenda April 617-559-6714 Program Coordinators, Adults Robin Shaevel 617-559-6710 Susan Cassidy 617-559-6991

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), Joyce Leonardo, Marcela Merino Dominguez, Renuka Raghavan, Toby Romer, Sydra Schnipper, Laurie Smith Michaels, Carol Stapleton

Administrative Assistants Susanne Chan-Wong 617-559-6993 Patricia Mason 617-559-6990 Martha Sweet 617-559-6997 Marketing/PR Ursula Steele 617-559-6713

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Global Travel Samantha Mandel 617-559-6400 Evening Coordinators Elyssa Klein (South) 617-559-6713 Kathleen Solage/ Quinn Etchie (North) 617-559-6999 Student Interns Michael Dunayevskiy Michael Gaffney Elsa Geer, Austen Herlihy, Tatiana Jackson-Saitz, Nick Oratovsky, Ella Thurber, Alison Wong CATALOG Design Elles Gianocostas Printing Eagle Printing Distribution Max’s Trucking

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Birth Date*

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Parents’ or Guardians’ Names* (secondary #) Email

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

Course Name Fee

Donation to Scholarship Fund

Registration Fee (once per person, per term)

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

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Tai Chi

Focus your mind through these gentle body movements, designed by the Ancient Chinese.

Calling all French language lovers: cook French food like French people do, en Franรงais!

FRACTURED FAIRY TALES Brothers Grimm, look out! NCE kids, take your favorite (or least favorite!) fairy tale, put your spin on it, then perform it as a play.

36 optics: science or illusion Kids, enter the optics lab for a week of illuminating experiments and eye-opening hands-on activities.