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All Items for: Adult Programs: Fall '20-Spring '21

Welcome to the NCE Adult Programs class details and registration page. Please note that all current offerings are either online or outdoors with social distancing guidelines being adhered to. I hope you find a class that interests you.

-Amy Goldman, NCE Program Director, [email protected]

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please read!

Use the search function in the top right corner to aid you in finding a specific class.
If a class you want appears to be full or you have any questions, please email Amy Goldman, [email protected]
Withdrawls and Refunds: If you withdraw a minimum of one week prior to the start of a class, NCE will refund you, less a $10 processing fee. There are no refunds or credits for withdrawls less than one week prior to the class start date or for missed classes. Refunds will come in the form of a check from the Town of Needham and may take 3-4 weeks to be issued.
Participation of Minors: Parents, please be aware that if you register a minor son or daughter for an adult education class you are agreeing to the following: I hereby consent to my son’s/daughter’s participation in the Needham Community Education adult education program, the taking of photos of my child and/or promotion of the program and to his/her use of the Needham Public Schools facilities and equipment. I further agree to release and hold harmless the Town of Needham, Needham Public Schools and their employees, agents and assigns from any and all liability or expenses arising out of any incident involving, or any account of any injury to my minor child in connection with such a program accept full responsibility for all costs for any such emergency treatment. I agree to abide by all NCE policies.
Some classes may be recorded. The instructor will announce so beforehand and the link will be shared with registrants only.
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F20-Short SAT Prep for 12/5 test date

ONLINE CLASS! SHORT SAT PREP COURSES Needham Community Education is pleased to offer shortened SAT Prep courses, in preparation for the October 3, November 7 and December 5 test dates. Limited to 12. The following section is in preparation for the December 5 SAT test date: Dates: 8 Mondays, October 5-November 30 (no class 10/12) Time: 6:00-9:00PM (until 10:00PM on practice test nights, 10/5 and 11/16) Fee: $510

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F20-PSAT Crash Course

ONLINE CLASS! PSAT CRASH COURSE This program introduces first-time, standardized test takers to the PSAT and provides helpful strategies. Limited to 12. In preparation for the October 2020 test dates Dates: 2 Saturdays, October 3 and October 10 Times: October 3: 9:00AM-12:30PM October 10 (practice test): 10:00AM-1:00PM Fee: $155

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F20-Full SAT Prep for March 13 test date (Tuesdays)

TBD if this class will be online or in person at NHS FULL SAT PREP COURSES Register for the program that fits best with your child’s schedule and leads up to the date when they will be taking the SAT test. Limited to 12 if classes are held online, and 24 if classes are held in person. Section I Dates: 11 Tuesdays, December 15-March 9 (no class 12/29 and 2/16) Time: 4:00-7:00PM (until 8:00PM on practice test nights, 12/15, 2/2 and 3/2) Fee: $685

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F20-Full SAT Prep for March 13 test date (Wednesdays)

TBD if this class will be online or in person at NHS FULL SAT PREP COURSES Register for the program that fits best with your child’s schedule and leads up to the date when they will be taking the SAT test. Limited to 12 if classes are held online, and 24 if classes are held in person. Section 2 Dates: 11 Wednesdays, December 16-March 10 (no class 12/30 and 2/17) Time: 6:00-9:00PM (until 10:00PM on practice test nights, 12/16, 2/3 and 3/3) Fee: $685

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WS21-Full SAT Prep for May 8 test date (Mondays)

TBD if this class will be online or in person at NHS FULL SAT PREP COURSES Register for the program that fits best with your child’s schedule and leads up to the date when they will be taking the SAT test. Limited to 12 if classes are held online, and 24 if classes are held in person. Section I Dates: 11 Mondays, February 8-May 3 (no class 2/15 and 4/19) Time: 6:00-9:00PM (until 10:00PM on practice test nights, 2/8, 3/29 and 4/26) Fee: $685

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WS21-Full SAT Prep for May 8 test date (Thursdays)

TBD if this class will be online or in person at NHS FULL SAT PREP COURSES Register for the program that fits best with your child’s schedule and leads up to the date when they will be taking the SAT test. Limited to 12 if classes are held online, and 24 if classes are held in person. Section 2 Dates: 11 Thursdays, February 11-May 6 (no class 2/18 and 4/22) Time: 4:00-7:00PM (until 8:00PM on practice test nights, 2/11, 4/1 and 4/29) Fee: $685

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WS21-Full SAT Prep for June 5 test date (Tuesdays)

TBD if this class will be online or in person at NHS FULL SAT PREP COURSES Register for the program that fits best with your child’s schedule and leads up to the date when they will be taking the SAT test. Limited to 12 if classes are held online, and 24 if classes are held in person. Section I Dates: 11 Tuesdays, March 16-June 1 (no class 4/20) Time: 6:00-9:00PM (until 10:00PM on practice test nights, 3/16, 5/4 and 5/25) Fee: $685

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WS21-Full SAT Prep for June 5 test date (Wednesdays)

TBD if this class will be online or in person at NHS FULL SAT PREP COURSES Register for the program that fits best with your child’s schedule and leads up to the date when they will be taking the SAT test. Limited to 12 if classes are held online, and 24 if classes are held in person. Section 2 Dates: 11 Wednesdays, March 17-June 2 (no class 4/21) Time: 4:00-7:00PM (until 8:00PM on practice test nights, 3/17, 5/5 and 5/26) Fee: $685

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F20-Watercolor I

ONLINE CLASS! Watercolor Painting I Sally Meding This class will be geared for the complete beginner who has had little or no experience in watercolor. We will work on a number of skill-building exercises and small paintings, including washes, dry brush, sgraffito, spattering, masking and texturing techniques. We will explore how much water to pigment to use to create tints, glazes and deep dark shades, together with an introduction to color mixing. There will be step-by-step demonstrations each class to help you learn the basic techniques of painting with this vibrant transparent medium. A materials list will be posted by class title on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_ed, under Adult . Limited to 12 . Dates: 8 Fridays, October 2-November 20 Time: 1:00-4:00PM Fee: $189

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F20-Virtual Tour of Ireland and Northern Ireland: History, Language, People and Sites

ONLINE CLASS A Virtual Tour of Ireland and Northern Ireland: Featuring the countries' history, language and people NEW Instructor: Heather Harris Heather Harris is offering a virtual travel experience that weaves together stories of Ireland’s history, language and people while talking about her own travels, research and work there; hoping to inspire your own visit and interest areas. The first evening will focus on the Republic of Ireland and the second will focus on Northern Ireland, UK. Ireland has a complicated history and both evenings complement one another. The activities will include lecture (and PowerPoint/imagery), discussion and a fair amount of craic (which is Irish for laughs and enjoyable conversation) . No experience or knowledge of Ireland is required, although you are welcome to share your own stories! Limited to 10. Dates: 2 Wednesday, January 6-13 Time: 7:00-9:00PM Fee: $55

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F20-Explore Your DNA: Understanding the Tests and Results

ONLINE CLASS Explore Your DNA NEW Elizabeth Handler Everyone seems to have had their DNA tested. But what does it mean? Learn how to better understand what the ethnicity results mean and why they differ among family members and from different testing companies. We will also cover why your results show so many fourth to sixth cousins. There will be an overview of the various DNA tests and testing companies, ethnicity results, and cousin connections. Join us whether or not you have taken a DNA test. Limited to 20. Date: Thursday, October 15 Time: 7:00-8:30PM Fee: $25

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F20-Beginning Drawing I (daytime)

ONLINE CLASS! Beginning Drawing I (daytime) Eddie Bruckner, Instructor This relaxed introductory class is geared for those who have never taken a drawing class before. We will cover the various drawing materials, basic drawing techniques, how to arrange a composition, and the variety of lines and tones used to bring a drawing to life. Through a variety of skill-building exercises and guided projects, you will discover the elements of line, contour, form, value, texture, composition, proportion, shading, and perspective. Using various materials, you will also explore the principles of light and shade and how line helps to reveal form. Class work will include a number of drawing exercises and projects including imaginative and observational drawing, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, and more. A combination of group and individual instruction in a supportive atmosphere will help students develop at their own pace. Join us to discover your own innate artistic ability! Returning students are encouraged to participate to further advance their drawing skills with an emphasis on strengthening technique and promoting self-expression. A materials list will be posted by class title on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_Ed , under Adult. Limited to 12. Daytime Class Dates: 7 Wednesdays, November 4-December 23 (no class 11/25) Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM Fee: $217

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F20-Beginning Drawing II (daytime)

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CANCELED Beginning Drawing II (daytime) Eddie Bruckner This class is appropriate for those who previously took Beginning Drawing I, or who have had at least some basic study of drawing or painting. We will cover additional drawing techniques using familiar as well as new drawing materials, learning about proportion, visual measurement, the interplay of observation, imagination, and memory, gesture drawing, contour versus outline, negative shapes, understanding overlaps and plane changes, perspective, light on form, composition, and the variety of lines and tones used to bring a drawing to life. Through a variety of class and independent projects, you will gain a deeper understanding of line, contour, form, value, texture, composition, proportion, shading, and perspective. Class work will include a number of drawing exercises and projects including imaginative and observational drawing, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, and more. A combination of group and individual instruction in a supportive atmosphere will help students develop at their own pace. A materials list will be posted by class title on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_Ed , under Adult. Limited to 12. Dates: 8 Wednesdays, December 2-January 27 (no class 12/30) Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM Fee: $205

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F20-Beginning Drawing I (evening)

ONLINE CLASS! Beginning Drawing I (evening) Eddie Bruckner, Instructor This relaxed introductory class is geared for those who have never taken a drawing class before. We will cover the various drawing materials, basic drawing techniques, how to arrange a composition, and the variety of lines and tones used to bring a drawing to life. Through a variety of skill-building exercises and guided projects, you will discover the elements of line, contour, form, value, texture, composition, proportion, shading, and perspective. Using various materials, you will also explore the principles of light and shade and how line helps to reveal form. Class work will include a number of drawing exercises and projects including imaginative and observational drawing, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, and more. A combination of group and individual instruction in a supportive atmosphere will help students develop at their own pace. Join us to discover your own innate artistic ability! Returning students are encouraged to participate to further advance their drawing skills with an emphasis on strengthening technique and promoting self-expression. A materials list will be posted by class title on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_Ed , under Adult. Limited to 12. Evening Class Dates: 7 Tuesdays, September 29-November 17 (no class 11/3) Time: 6:30-8:30PM Fee: $217

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F20-Beginning Drawing II (evening)

ONLINE CLASS Beginning Drawing II (evening) Eddie Bruckner This class is appropriate for those who previously took Beginning Drawing I, or who have had at least some basic study of drawing or painting. We will cover additional drawing techniques using familiar as well as new drawing materials, learning about proportion, visual measurement, the interplay of observation, imagination, and memory, gesture drawing, contour versus outline, negative shapes, understanding overlaps and plane changes, perspective, light on form, composition, and the variety of lines and tones used to bring a drawing to life. Through a variety of class and independent projects, you will gain a deeper understanding of line, contour, form, value, texture, composition, proportion, shading, and perspective. Class work will include a number of drawing exercises and projects including imaginative and observational drawing, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, and more. A combination of group and individual instruction in a supportive atmosphere will help students develop at their own pace. A materials list will be posted by class title on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_Ed , under Adult. Limited to 12. Dates: 7 Tuesdays, December 1-January 19 (no class 12/29) Time: 6:30-8:30PM Fee: $217

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F20-Acrylic Painting I (daytime)

ONLINE CLASS Acrylic Painting I (daytime) Eddie Bruckner Acrylic paint, the chosen medium for many amateur and professional artists, is versatile, non-toxic, easy to clean, and offers brilliant color. Acrylic paints provide great opportunities to learn about values, color, mixing paints, brushwork, and more. If this is appealing to you, join us for this fun and informative class to learn the basics of painting with acrylics and/or to expand your artistic abilities. Class will be appropriate for beginners as well as those with some prior experience painting with acrylics. We will cover acrylic painting techniques, basics of composition, color theory, and learn the various ways to mix and apply paint. Class work will include a variety of painting projects including imaginative and observational painting, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, and more. Students will receive both group and individualized instruction to develop at their own pace. Returning students are encouraged to participate to further advance their painting skills with an emphasis on strengthening technique and promoting self-expression. A materials list will be posted by class title on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_Ed , under Adult. Limited to 12. Dates: 7 Wednesdays, November 4-December 23 (no class 11/25) Time: 1:00-3:30PM Fee: $217

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F20-Acrylic Painting I (evening)

ONLINE CLASS Acrylic Painting I (evening) Eddie Bruckner Acrylic paint, the chosen medium for many amateur and professional artists, is versatile, non-toxic, easy to clean, and offers brilliant color. Acrylic paints provide great opportunities to learn about values, color, mixing paints, brushwork, and more. If this is appealing to you, join us for this fun and informative class to learn the basics of painting with acrylics and/or to expand your artistic abilities. Class will be appropriate for beginners as well as those with some prior experience painting with acrylics. We will cover acrylic painting techniques, basics of composition, color theory, and learn the various ways to mix and apply paint. Class work will include a variety of painting projects including imaginative and observational painting, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, and more. Students will receive both group and individualized instruction to develop at their own pace. Returning students are encouraged to participate to further advance their painting skills with an emphasis on strengthening technique and promoting self-expression. A materials list will be posted by class title on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_Ed , under Adult. Limited to 12. Dates: 7 Wednesdays, September 30-November 11 Time: 6:30-9:00PM Fee: $217

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F20-Acrylic Painting II (evening)

ONLINE CLASS Acrylic Painting II (evening) Eddie Bruckner This course, a continuation of Acrylic Painting I, is open to anyone with basic painting skills. Painting instruction will tackle more complex subject matter and cover new techniques and concepts. The focus will be on strengthening and building upon knowledge of the basic elements of painting, techniques and concepts in acrylic painting. Join us for this fun and informative class to learn new skills and techniques. Class work will include a variety of painting projects with guided instruction as well as the opportunity to create your own masterpiece of your choice. A materials list will be posted by class title on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_Ed , under Adult. Limited to 12. Dates: 7 Wednesdays, December 2-January 20 (no class 12/30) Time: 6:30-9:00PM Fee: $217

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F20-Intro to the Colored Pencil

ONLINE CLASS Introduction to the Colored Pencil Eddie Bruckner This relaxed class will introduce the colored pencil and the vibrant art you can create with them. Learn about blending styles, color layering effects, color mixing, value relationships, and pencil strokes for rendering realistic images. Your comprehension of light, color and shading will blossom as you explore this exciting medium. Emphasis will be on colored pencil techniques and classwork will include a variety of step-by-step instruction of colored pencil drawing exercises and projects. Students will receive both group and individualized instruction to develop at their own pace. Explore the richness and vibrancy of this often overlooked medium. Basic drawing skills are recommended, but not required. All levels welcome. A materials list will be posted by class title on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_Ed , under Adult. Limited to 12. Dates: 7 Wednesdays, January 27-March 17 (no class 2/17) Time: 6:30-8:30PM Fee: $217

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F20-Learn to Needle Felt: Decorative Pumpkins

ONLINE CLASS Learn to Needle Felt: Decorative Pumpkins Chelsea Brown Needle felting is a versatile craft that is fun to do. In this class, you will learn the basics of needle felting while creating a decorative pumpkin sculpture. The skills you learn will be a springboard for future felting projects. Register by September 28 so that the instructor can provide you with all materials needed. The materials fee is paid directly to the instructor ($20 for Needham pick-up or $26 if shipped). Limited to 10. Date: Saturday, October 3 Time: 9:00AM-12:00PM Fee: $49

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F20-Beaded Wrapped Bracelet or Mask Chain

ONLINE CLASS Beaded Wrapped Bracelet or Mask Chain Jennifer Tuttelman Using superduo beads, create a wrap bracelet that is great worn alone or layered. You will also have the option to make a mask chain instead. Give your completed bracelet/mask chain as a gift or enjoy wearing it yourself. Once you learn how to make these items, you will easily be able to make others on your own. Most people will finish the project during this one-session class. If not, the instructor will privately assist in completing the project. A materials list will be posted by class title on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_Ed , under Adult. Limited to 8. Date: Thursday, November 5 Time: 6:30-8:30PM Fee: $29

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F20-Bicycle Safety, Riding Skills and Basic Mechanics

PLEASE NOTE: This class will be held outside with social distancing guidelines observed. BICYCLE SAFETY, RIDING SKILLS AND BASIC MECHANICS NEW High School-Adult Instructor: Bruce Eisenhut If you are considering taking up cycling for recreation or for commuting, this program is a must! The class will introduce you to important measures that will enable you to enjoy recreational cycling while staying safe on the roads. Content will include bicycle selection, sizing, ride preparation (including clothing), safety gear, safety checks and traffic rules. Bike handling and accident avoidance techniques will be emphasized. On the last evening, we will go through some drills outside. If time allows, discussions on protocols, the advantages of group riding and cycling resources for the novice will be covered. Please bring a chair to each class. You are encouraged to bring your bike, helmet, tools and riding gear to the final class. Limited to 15. Dates: 3 Saturdays: October 3-17 Time: 3:00-5:00PM Location: Needham High School, Webster Street parking area. Fee: $89

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F20-Zumba

ONLINE! Zumba® Lulu Tsai Zumba® is a great way to work out and is suitable for all levels of fitness. Dance the calories away, shimmy into shape, and have fun doing it! Limited to 15. Dates: 8 Thursdays, October 1-November 19 Time: 6:30-7:30PM Fee: $63

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F20-RAQ the Barre

ONLINE CLASS RAQ the Barre™ Joelle Young RAQ the Barre™ is a comprehensive full-body workout inspired by ancient belly dance technique and dedicated to enhancing overall health, dance, and barre fitness for women! Each workout brings strength and grace to the barre as the entire body is conditioned and toned with a cardio, core, barre training method designed to increase core strength, improve hip and joint mobility, and target postural alignment and balance. This class provides a unique workout through layered barre progressions, utilizing hip and torso movements from belly dancing technique, and uses mat work, light weights, exercise ball, and bands to aid in additional sculpting and core stability training (equipment is optional). By bringing hips and heart to the barre, participants will feel and see improvement in their overall health and leave the session feeling confident in this unique barre format! To learn more visit raqthebarre.com . Limited to 15. Dates: 8 Saturdays, October 10-December 5 (no class 11/28) Time: 10:00-10:50AM Fee: $125

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F20-Yoga for Every Body

ONLINE! Yoga for Every Body Carol Oberle Calm your mind, relax and tone your body, and nourish your spirit with Hatha Yoga. This class provides a safe, nurturing environment for beginners and anyone who seeks a gentle, compassionate style of yoga. Postures are adapted according to ability. Limited to 18. Dates: 8 Thursdays, October 1-November 19 Time: 7:30-8:45PM Fee: $135

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F20-Flow and Restore Yoga

ONLINE Flow & Restore Yoga Samantha Hoff “Flow & Restore” is a vinyasa-inspired class, which offers a slightly slower pace than traditional vinyasa/flow yoga, and provides students the opportunity to stretch, strengthen, connect to their breath, and release tension. With a slower pace, students have time to explore the details of individual poses. This is the perfect class for the new student to gain confidence and learn, or for the more experienced yogi looking to refine their alignment, gain strength while holding poses, and explore new pose variations. Poses range from gentle to challenging, with options offered throughout to customize your practice based on your ability and goals. Class ends with a restful, restorative savasana . Limited to 18. Dates: 6 Thursdays, October 15-November 19 Time: 4:15-5:15PM Fee: $95

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F20-EasYoga

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CANCELED EASYOGA FOR OLDER ADULTS Instructor: Steffi Shapiro EasYogaTM is a gentle form of yoga that is especially suited to older adults. Most of the exercises can be done while sitting in a chair or in a comfortable standing position. The gentle stretches and simple movements provide flexibility and strengthening for the neck, shoulders, abdomen and other parts of the body. They also help to release tension throughout the body. We will use simple breathing, concentration, and meditative exercises to relax the mind as well as the body. The various relaxation techniques can be practiced throughout the day and are a helpful way to combat insomnia. Come join us to experience how the practice More information can be found about EasYogaTM on the website www.elder-yoga.com.  Limited to 20. Dates: 14 Tuesdays, September 22-December 22 Time: 9:00-10:00AM Fee: $149

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F20-Blue Lotus: Sunrise Vinyassa Flow

ONLINE CLASS Sunrise Vinyasa Flow Sara O'Brien Greet the sun and the opportunities of a new day with yoga asanas (poses) that energize your body and mind. Your body will be invigorated and your mind calm to meet your day's challenges! All levels are welcome in this online class. Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Thursdays, October 22-December 17 (no class 11/26) Time: 7:30-8:30AM Fee: $120

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F20-Blue Lotus: Mantra Meditation

ONLINE CLASS Mantra Meditation Kristine Freeman Learn to use mantra to quiet your mind and access the peace and joy that lies within. Discover what the ancient sages had to say about your mind and how these teachings prepare you to meditate today. Each week we’ll use a mantra based technique to meditate as a group, and we’ll also look at how to establish a meditation practice at home. Limited to 10. Dates: 3 Thursdays, October 1-15 Time: 4:00-5:00PM Fee: $119

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F20-Blue Lotus: Trouble Shooting Your Meditation

ONLINE CLASS Trouble Shooting Your Meditation Kristine Freeman Find out what to do when your meditation isn’t what you think it should be. Learn the significance of your experiences, even of your difficulties. Find out what other people are experiencing and learn from their questions as well. After answering your questions and helping you with your meditation problems, we’ll meditate together. This is your chance to use the information you’ve gathered, applying it to your meditation with the group. Enrollment is limited so the teacher can provide individualized attention. Limited to 10. Date: Tuesday, October 6 Time: 4:00-5:30PM Fee: $39

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F20-Walking Tour: Beacon Hill

Walking Tour: Beacon Hill From the golden dome of the State House to the elegant homes of Louisburg Square, the Beacon Hill tour travels picturesque streets, highlighting examples of early American architecture with particular emphasis on the work of Charles Bulfinch. Experience Beacon Hill’s ornate past, from its rural beginnings to the vision of the Mount Vernon Proprietors, while walking among this historic collection of Federal and Greek Revival row houses. You will also hear the stories of Boston's prominent citizens who have called Beacon Hill their home. Limited to 10. Date: Sunday, October 4 Time: 1:30-3:00PM Meeting Location Meet your guide in front of the Massachusetts State House steps on Beacon Street, Boston (across from Boston Common). Fee: $15 (plus a tip for the guide)

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F20-Walking Tour: Jamaica Plain

Walking Tour: Jamaica Plain Jamaica Plain is one of the smaller neighborhoods of Boston, with an unusually big history. JP (as it usually called by locals) encompasses only 3.07 square miles but offers a tremendously rich and varied narrative. Settled by Puritans in the 1630s and attracting wealthy Bostonians to build summer estates on the Jamaica Pond in the 18th century, JP was transformed in the 19th century by transportation. It became a “streetcar suburb” and earned the nickname “The Eden of America.” Come along to see one of the oldest houses in Jamaica Plain used as a military hospital at the start of the American Revolution, a selection of very impressive Victorian houses, and part of the Emerald Necklace park system. On this walking tour you will discover why Jamaica Plain is so well-loved by its residents. Limited to 10. Date: Sunday, October 18 Time: 1:30-3:00PM Meeting Location Meet your guide outside the Loring-Greenough House at 12 South Street, Jamaica Plain. Fee: $15 (plus a tip for the guide)

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F20-Anxiety in Elementary School Children

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CANCELED! Anxiety in Elementary School Children Michael Dodd, Ph.D Anxiety or "worry" is normal in Elementary School children, and often adaptive too -- but not always -- so how do you know? Michael Dodd, Child and Family Psychologist, will summarize normal development milestones for children from preschool through the elementary school years. During these years, children gradually leave behind the world of "make pretend" abilities and adopt real world skills like math facts, reading/writing journals, homework, and quizzes. The social landscape is changing too for children during these years. Imaginary friends are gradually being replaced by the quest for real life "buddies/bff's" who will reciprocate playdates, and friends made through competitive activites. You will learn how worry is adaptive during these years, i.e. how it performs a signal function, enabling kids to anticipate, prepare for, and prevent potential harm; and how anxiety can get out of whack, i.e. how worry can become detached from the harm it is intended to signal, and become free floating enabling drift into anxiety disorders. Common anxiety disorders in children will be discussed including separation anxiety, generalized anxiety, common phobias, panic attacks, social anxiety disorder, and obsessive compulsive disorder. You will also learn what treatment for anxiety usually looks like in elementary school children, including the need to approach vs. avoid worries, and how to do so incrementally with success. The presenter will offer clinical anecdotes and invite questions from the audience to enable group discussion. Limited to 20. Date: Monday, November 2 Time: 7:30-9:30PM Fee: $29

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F20-Strategies for Reducing Academic Stress and Creating Successful Students

ONLINE CLASS Strategies for Reducing Academic Stress and Creating Successful Students Dan Levine Executive function skills (organization, prioritization, initiation of tasks, study skills, time management, goal-setting, planning) allow students to become independent and self-confident learners. With these fundamental skills in place, students are better poised to achieve their full potential. Executive function issues may make learning and other everyday tasks difficult for kids, leading to trouble with planning, self-control, impulse control and organization. In this workshop, parents will learn practical, actionable strategies that they can implement at home immediately, such as: • Strategies to help their child better manage his/her nightly homework • Planning and time management strategies for both short-term and long-term assignments (and for life!) • Strategies to help their child get “unstuck” when he/she has trouble initiating tasks • Organizational strategies to help their child keep track of his/her papers, assignments, and belongings The workshop includes Q&A. Limited to 20. Date: Monday, October 19 Time: 7:00-9:00PM Fee: $19

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F20-ASHI Pediatric First Aid & CPR/AED

ONLINE CLASS ASHI Pediatric First Aid & CPR/AED Juanita Allen Kingsley For ages 16-adult This Pediatric First Aid & CPR/AED course is designed for lay-persons who because of their occupation may need to respond to a first-aid emergency. This course teaches participants on how to handle injuries and manage illness in the first few minutes until help arrives. The course includes: • First Aid Basics • Medical Emergencies • Injury Emergencies • Environmental Emergencies • Adult CPR • Pediatric CPR This course meets the requirements of child care providers, teachers, foster care workers, camp counselors, Scout leaders, youth organizations, coaches, children’s sports organizations, babysitters and parents. Certification is good for 2 years. A skills check follow-up will be scheduled. Limited to 12. Date: Wednesday, October 14 Time: 6:00-9:00PM Fee: $89

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F20-Food Allergies vs. Sensitivities

ONLINE CLASS Food Allergies vs. Sensitivities Holli Bassin Have you wondered about the differences between food allergies and food sensitivites? In this class, you will learn how leaky gut and food sensitivities can cause an inflammatory cascade within your body. Find out the downstream effects of these inflammatory cascades and how they can cause other issues. Discover symptoms that you might not suspect are a result of these sensitivities and why it might be beneficial to test for food sensitivities. We will also discuss why adding or subtracting foods from your diet might be helpful in both resolving your symptoms and preventing other symptoms from occurring. Limited to 15. Date: Tuesday, November 10 Time: 7:30-9:00PM Fee: $27

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F20-Immune System Boost

ONLINE CLASS Immune System Boost Holli Bassin During this crazy covid-19 time it’s so important to keep your immune system in top shape! Learn some healthy strategies and how to create positive sustainable choices. We will also talk about how the connection between your diet, lifestyle and environment can be a basis for long term good health. And how certain nutrients need to be replete to boost your immune system. Limited to 15. Date: Tuesday, December 8 Time: 7:30-9:00PM Fee: $27

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F20-Alexander Technique: For improving posture and relieving pain

ONLINE The Alexander Technique: For improving posture and relieving pain Jill Geiger Interested in improving your posture, moving with ease, and reducing stiffness, pain and tension? The Alexander Technique teaches you to recognize and unlearn habitual patterns of tension, in order to restore your innate good posture, balance and poise. Since 1900 this practical, educational method has been used worldwide by individuals of all ages to reduce tension and stress, improve performance, and experience lasting relief from chronic pain. Its effectiveness is supported by research. Join us for an introduction to the principles of this technique and experience how they can be applied to your everyday activities to help you feel, move and look better. Class registration includes one private online lesson with the instructor . Limited to 20. Date: 2 Wednesdays, October 21-28 Time: 7:30-8:30PM Fee: $39

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F20-Fermenting at Home

ONLINE Fermenting at Home Ted Villa Fermented foods have been a part of the human diet for thousands of years, and they transcend cultures and continents. Initially utilized as a preservation method, fermentation increases the bioavailability of nutrients in food, and introduces helpful bacteria into our bodies that aid in digestion, and offer health benefits that we are only beginning to understand as scientists explore the microbiome. If you have fresh fruits and vegetables, salt, water (sometimes), and a container, you have what you need to ferment food. This series of classes will introduce students to the basics of fermentation: what it is, what you need to do to ferment, how to do it, and what to look out for. Each class will have a primary theme, and then a short, “diversion,” with something related to fermentation, but slightly different from the main theme of the class. By the end of the session the student will have learned the basics of vegetable and fruit fermentation – which will hopefully lead to further exploration of this fascinating, fun, and delicious practice. A supply list can be found on the NCE website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/Community_Ed , under "Adult." Limited to 12. Date: 3 Wednesdays, October 14-28 Time: 6:00-7:30PM Fee: $69

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F20-Sourdough at Home

ONLINE Sourdough at Home Ted Villa If you’ve been on social media at all during the pandemic lockdown you’ve seen people’s attempts at sourdough bread. Undoubtedly, you saw some triumphs and you probably also saw some amazing disasters. If you were at all curious about what the hub-bub was all about, then this is the class for you. This class will introduce you to how to create a starter, and once it’s started, how to feed it, care for it, and what to do with it. We’ll discuss what to do with “discard” – think of some of the best waffles you’ve ever had -- and then how to turn your starter into a levain and use that to make a loaf of bread. This class won’t guarantee that you make a perfect boule, or fabulous baguette every time you bake, but by the end you will have the basic skills you need to continue exploring the fascinating, and challenging world of sourdough bread, and you will never need to buy yeast again. A supply list can be found on the NCE website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/Community_Ed , under "Adult." Limited to 12. Date: 3 Wednesdays, January 6-20 Time: 6:00-7:30PM Fee: $69

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F20-Middle Eastern Outdoor Cooking (October 3)

Middle Eastern Outdoor Cooking Hila Krikov Cooking the middle eastern way is cooking with senses and intuition, improvising with what is available, using inexpensive ingredients, and adapting to circumstances. Join a small group for an outdoor middle eastern cooking experience. You will learn to cook ancient grains and legumes- incredibly hearty dishes, with the region’s typical vegetables, herbs, and spices. Our afternoon will include practice of one of the simple and primitive cooking techniques – fire. We will demonstrate how to bake pita bread on the fire pit and cook root vegetables in charcoal. Cooking will be demonstrated; participants will be seated in a safe distance in an outdoor setting and will be served tastings of all prepared dishes. Throughout the class, we will discuss ingredients characterized, dishes variations, and share feedback and ideas. All dishes are vegetarian. Limited to 12. Date: Saturday, October 3 (raindate Sunday, October 4) Time: 12:00-2:00PM Location: In Hila Krikov's backyard (address to be provided prior to class) Fee: $69

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F20-Middle Eastern Outdoor Cooking (October 17)

Middle Eastern Outdoor Cooking Hila Krikov Cooking the middle eastern way is cooking with senses and intuition, improvising with what is available, using inexpensive ingredients, and adapting to circumstances. Join a small group for an outdoor middle eastern cooking experience. You will learn to cook ancient grains and legumes- incredibly hearty dishes, with the region’s typical vegetables, herbs, and spices. Our afternoon will include practice of one of the simple and primitive cooking techniques – fire. We will demonstrate how to bake pita bread on the fire pit and cook root vegetables in charcoal. Cooking will be demonstrated; participants will be seated in a safe distance in an outdoor setting and will be served tastings of all prepared dishes. Throughout the class, we will discuss ingredients characterized, dishes variations, and share feedback and ideas. All dishes are vegetarian. Limited to 12. Date: Saturday, October 17 (raindate Sunday, October 18) Time: 12:00-2:00PM Location: In Hila Krikov's backyard (address to be provided prior to class) Fee: $69

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F20-Creative Holiday Cocktails

ONLINE Creative Holiday Cocktails Bernie Keaveney Embrace the aromas and scents of the holidays in this fun class. Learn how to mix fragrant Hot Butter Rums, comforting Hot Toddies, decadent Irish Coffee and more!! Participants must be 21 years or older. A supply list can be found on the NCE website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/Community_Ed , under "Adult." Limited to 20. Date: Thursday, November 5 Time: 5:30-7:00PM Fee: $29

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F20-Wine Tasting at Sweet Basil*: Malbac Wines

Wine Tasting at Sweet Basil*: Malbac Wines * If a minimum of 6 people are waitlisted for this program, the class limit will be expanded to 18 and the class will be moved to Balani, Dave Becker's restaurant on Moody Street in Waltham, where it will be easier to social distance a larger group. To be added to the waitlist, please email Amy Goldman, NCE Program Director, at [email protected] Paul Malagrifa Malbec is a classic red wine grape that makes darkly pigmented, full-bodied wines. Native to France and transplanted to Argentina, Malbec has been growing in popularity because of its diverse style and crowd-pleasing flavors. Join us to sample several lovely Malbec wines and enjoy the delicious and ample tapas-style appetizers, prepared by the talented chefs at Sweet Basil. Come hungry and ready to sip and learn! Registrants must be 21 years or older. Note: A wine fee of $15 per person is payable in class. Limited to 12. Date: Sunday, October 4 Time: 1:00-3:00PM @ Sweet Basil, 943 Great Plain Ave., Needham Fee: $71

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F20-Wine Tasting at Sweet Basil*: Wines of Chianti and Chianti Classico

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Wine Tasting at Sweet Basil*: Wines of Chianti and Chianti Classico * If a minimum of 6 people are waitlisted for this program, the class limit will be expanded to 18 and the class will be moved to Balani, Dave Becker's restaurant on Moody Street in Waltham, where it will be easier to social distance a larger group. To be added to the waitlist, please email Amy Goldman, NCE Program Director, at [email protected] Paul Malagrifa Chianti is one of the most well-known wines in the world and its notoriety is not all due to a history of quality. Most people know Chianti because of the memorable straw-covered bottles that most restaurants turned into candlestick holders. The wine was not always the best, but with a focus on quality over the last few decades, Chianti and Chianti Classico are producing some truly magnificent wines. At this event, we will taste a number of terrific wines from Chianti and Chianti Classico, white, red, and maybe even rose. Registrants must be 21 years or older. Note: A wine fee of $30 per person is payable in class. Limited to 12. Date: Sunday, November 8 Time: 1:00-3:00PM @ Sweet Basil, 943 Great Plain Ave., Needham Fee: $71

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F20-Wine Tasting at Sweet Basil*: Holiday Wines

Wine Tasting at Sweet Basil*: Holiday Wines * If a minimum of 6 people are waitlisted for this program, the class limit will be expanded to 18 and the class will be moved to Balani, Dave Becker's restaurant on Moody Street in Waltham, where it will be easier to social distance a larger group. To be added to the waitlist, please email Amy Goldman, NCE Program Director, at [email protected] Paul Malagrifa Wine and celebration go hand-in-hand. Whether it is the pleasing pop of a vivacious sparkler, or the heady lushness of a vintage port, there is a wine for every occasion. Come experience a range of wines that are just perfect for the holidays – whether for visiting, or gifting. Join us to sample several holiday wines and enjoy the delicious and ample tapas-style appetizers, prepared by the talented chefs at Sweet Basil. Come hungry and ready to sip and learn! Registrants must be 21 years or older. Note: A wine fee of $15 per person is payable in class. Limited to 12. Date: Sunday, December 6 Time: 1:00-3:00PM @ Sweet Basil, 943 Great Plain Ave., Needham Fee: $71

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F20-Canasta for Beginners (Tuesdays)

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ONLINE Canasta for Beginners (Tuesdays) Beverly Shire and Emily Shire Do you like to play games? Would you like to learn a new one? More popular than ever with adults of all ages, the game of Canasta is a fun, complex and addictive game. We will cover all aspects of the game, using Modern American Canasta rules. We will be using Zoom as the platform. Participants will need to purchase an online app prior to the first class. Instructors will notify participants of the app upon enrollment. Instruction on using the app will be provided. Each session will include instruction and supervised play. Enrollment is limited to eight people per class. Meet new friends or gather your friends; either way this game offers you great brain exercise, fun, and a social experience. Limited to 8. Dates: 6 Tuesdays, October 6-November 17 (no class 11/3) Time: 6:30-8:00PM Fee: $149

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F20-Canasta for Beginners (Thursdays)

ONLINE Canasta for Beginners (Thursdays) Beverly Shire and Emily Shire Do you like to play games? Would you like to learn a new one? More popular than ever with adults of all ages, the game of Canasta is a fun, complex and addictive game. We will cover all aspects of the game, using Modern American Canasta rules. We will be using Zoom as the platform. Participants will need to purchase an online app prior to the first class. Instructors will notify participants of the app upon enrollment. Instruction on using the app will be provided. Each session will include instruction and supervised play. Enrollment is limited to eight people per class. Meet new friends or gather your friends; either way this game offers you great brain exercise, fun, and a social experience. Limited to 8. Dates: 6 Thursdays, October 8-November 12 Time: 6:30-8:00PM Fee: $149

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F20-Excel Basics

ONLINE Excel Basics Howard Loewinger In this beginning class you will become familiar with the Excel interface, how to modify cells, rows and columns and formatting. You will learn how to manage workbooks, and page layout and printing options. As time allows we may cover formulas and basic functions. This class applies to all versions of Microsoft Excel since 2010 for both Windows and Macintosh. Experience using personal computers is strongly recommended. Limited to 14. Date: 2 Thursdays, October 1-8 Time: 7:00-9:00PM Fee: $69

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F20-Cybersecurity: Staying Safe Online

ONLINE Cybersecurity: Staying Safe Online Howard Loewinger Everyone is concerned about staying safe while online. In this class, you will learn about various aspects of cybersecurity and how to keep yourself and your computer and mobile devices safe online. First, we will cover: 1) How and why you are tracked online: should you be concerned? 2) Cookies: what they are and what you can do about them 3) How to browse the web anonymously We will then take a look at the most common online scams and you will learn how to protect yourself against them. We will also review antivirus software for both PCs and Macs as well as mobile devices. Tips will be provided for determining if your computer or mobile device may have a virus. Safe online shopping tips will also be provided. Limited to 14. Date: Thursdays, October 15 Time: 7:00-9:00PM Fee: $35

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F20-Cutting the Cable: Your TV Options in the Digital Age

ONLINE CLASS! Cutting the Cable: Your TV Options in the Digital Age Howard Loewinger Are you ready to “cut the cable?” Watching TV has changed over the last 20 years. Now you can choose from hundreds of channels, watch TV on just about any electronic device anytime, anywhere! This short course will walk you through all the ways you can to watch your favorite shows: traditional cable, over the air, streaming and live TV over the Internet. We will discuss some of the pros and cons of each and whether your TV is “smart enough,” or if you will need additional hardware to use the Internet services. There will be demonstrations and time for your questions. Limited 14. Date: Thursday, October 29 Time: 7:00-9:00PM Fee: $35

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F20-Less is More: Declutter and Organize Your Spaces

ONLINE Less is More: Declutter and Organize Your Spaces Marilyn Cruickshank Are you ready to create change and open to new ways of looking at your spaces? Decluttering and getting organized can decrease your stress and save you time and money. Getting started can be the hardest part; but armed with a little motivation and some practical tips, you can jump start the process. Join us for this 2-night class to learn basic, bite-sized decluttering and organizing techniques from a professional organizer. After the first night, you will be encouraged to apply the techniques to a project you wish to tackle in the week between the two classes. On the second night of this virtual class, participants will share before and after photos, as well as challenges and lessons learned. We will focus on creating new habits and embracing the mindset of less is more! Limited to 10. Date: 2 Wednesdays, October 14-21 Time: 6:30-8:30PM Fee: $75

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F20-Adding onto Your Home

ONLINE CLASS! Adding onto Your Home Nancy Dickinson If you have been thinking of adding onto your house, but don’t know where to start, this one-night class is for you! Nancy Dickinson, Principal at Dickinson Architects in Concord, will give an overview of the design and construction process for residential additions and renovations. The class will review zoning and septic issues, programming, budgeting, whether to “move or stay”, the architectural process, contractor selection, permitting and what to expect during construction. Time will be allowed for questions about your specific project. Nancy is a registered architect with over 25 years of experience; for 20 years, she has specialized in Residential Design. See her website at DickinsonArc.com. Limited to 20. Date: Tuesday, January 12 Time: 7:00-9:00PM Fee: $29

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F20-Stop the Mulch-scaping and Start Landscaping

ONLINE! Stop Mulch-Scaping and Start Landscaping! Joanne Neale At some unknown point in time, mulch-- black, orange, brown, etc.-- became a part of the landscape, but wouldn't you rather have plants? Anywhere you can put mulch, you can dig a hole and put in a groundcover plant. Groundcover plants = living mulches. Think of the money, time and work you'll save on mulching every spring. And groundcovers are the go-to plant for low-maintenance gardens. Besides eliminating the need for mulch, they keep weeds from crowding in; they provide an extra layer of color and flowers; and they help maintain soil moisture, which means less watering. What's not to like about that? Come learn what to do before you start replacing your boring old mulch with fabulous new groundcovers and find out which groundcovers are right for your garden. Note: If you are not an experienced gardener, it would be helpful to first attend the Low Maintenance Gardening Workshop before signing up for this class. Limited to 20. Date: Thursday, January 14 Time: 7:00-8:00PM Fee: $19

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F20-Foraging for Edible Plants and Mushrooms

Foraging for Edible Plants and Mushrooms David Craft Enjoy a leisurely walk through the Newman School conservation land, while stopping often to identify edible plants and mushrooms. You will also learn about the proper way to harvest these finds, along with some culinary preparations. At the end of the walk, we will enjoy some foraged food that David will have already prepared. David’s book, Urban Foraging, will be for sale as well. The program will take place rain or shine. Limited to 25. Date: Saturday, October 3 Time: 11:00AM-12:30PM Meet the instructor outside of the Newman School front entrance Fee: $35

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F20-Style Secrets

ONLINE Style Secrets Yelena Perchenok You can improve your image and look stylish without breaking the bank. Learn how to have more wardrobe options using fewer articles, and how to build new and practical outfits from your existing wardrobe or during a shopping trip. We will cover the use of accessories and correction techniques. Each class will include a presentation about a few aspects of looking “put together” (i.e. body shapes, complimenting colors, styles, accessories). We will view before and after photos to illustrate how style decisions can transform a look. There will be plenty of time for Q&A and personal approach discussion. Limited to 10. Dates: 2 Wednesdays, October 7-14 Time: 7:00-9:00PM Fee: $65

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F20-Self-Publishing on Amazon

ONLINE Self-Publishing on Amazon Jacky Lamenzo Have you contemplated self-publishing a book? To do so, you will need to learn some basic tips. Veteran self-publisher, Jacky Lamenzo, will teach you how best to format, upload and submit your book using Amazon. Limited to 10. Date: Monday, October 19 Time: 7:00-8:30PM Fee: $29

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ONLINE Needham’s 9th Annual Diversity Summit: Hate Has No Home Here-Beyond the Yard Signs Co-Sponsors: Needham Diversity Initiative, Needham Human Rights Committee, and Needham Public Schools Join us for an afternoon of rich conversation, inspiring speakers, and thought-provoking break-out sessions, as we explore diversity and the critical challenge of becoming anti-racists in our community and beyond. Date: Sunday, November 15 Time: 12:00-5:00PM No fee, but registration required

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F20-Zoom into Mah Jongg-Beginners (fall, daytime)

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ONLINE Zoom into Mah Jongg-Beginners (fall, daytime) Sharon Katz Calling all beginners who want to learn how to play mah jongg, and finally have the time. Join the ranks of mah jongg enthusiasts nationwide who are reaping the social and intellectual benefits of playing this challenging tile game. By the end of the eight week session, players will have mastered the basics: identifying tiles and rules, choosing a hand by interpreting the mah jongg card, passing tiles, and playing a round. Instructor will introduce how to play online using the REAL MAH JONGG app. Each session will be limited to eight students to allow for interactive conversation via Zoom. Students must use an internet connected laptop or desktop computer to access the class, and they will need to have the following: mah jongg set, 2020 mah jongg card, and REAL MAH JONGG app on their device. Mah Jongg cards are available for purchase from the instructor. Limited to 8. Dates: 8 Mondays, October 19-December 7 Time: 1:30-2:45PM Fee: $135

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F20-Zoom into Mah Jongg-Beginners (fall, evening)

ONLINE Zoom into Mah Jongg-Beginners (fall, evening) Sharon Katz Calling all beginners who want to learn how to play mah jongg, and finally have the time. Join the ranks of mah jongg enthusiasts nationwide who are reaping the social and intellectual benefits of playing this challenging tile game. By the end of the eight week session, players will have mastered the basics: identifying tiles and rules, choosing a hand by interpreting the mah jongg card, passing tiles, and playing a round. Instructor will introduce how to play online using the REAL MAH JONGG app. Each session will be limited to eight students to allow for interactive conversation via Zoom. Students must use an internet connected laptop or desktop computer to access the class, and they will need to have the following: mah jongg set, 2020 mah jongg card, and REAL MAH JONGG app on their device. Mah Jongg cards are available for purchase from the instructor. Limited to 8. Dates: 8 Thursdays, October 1-November 19 Time: 5:30-6:45PM Fee: $135

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F20-Zoom into Mah Jongg-Beginners (early winter)

ONLINE Zoom into Mah Jongg-Beginners (early winter) Sharon Katz Calling all beginners who want to learn how to play mah jongg, and finally have the time. Join the ranks of mah jongg enthusiasts nationwide who are reaping the social and intellectual benefits of playing this challenging tile game. By the end of the eight week session, players will have mastered the basics: identifying tiles and rules, choosing a hand by interpreting the mah jongg card, passing tiles, and playing a round. Instructor will introduce how to play online using the REAL MAH JONGG app. Each session will be limited to eight students to allow for interactive conversation via Zoom. Students must use an internet connected laptop or desktop computer to access the class, and they will need to have the following: mah jongg set, 2020 mah jongg card, and REAL MAH JONGG app on their device. Mah Jongg cards are available for purchase from the instructor. Limited to 8. Dates: 4 Tuesdays and 4 Thursdays, January 5-28 Time: 1:30-2:45PM Fee: $135

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F20-Zoom into Mah Jongg-Advanced Beginners (fall)

ONLINE Zoom into Mah Jongg-Advanced Beginners (fall) Sharon Katz Now that you’ve mastered the tile names and can identify the difference between a ONE BAM and a FLOWER, this class will help you perfect your strategy, become more familiar with the hands on the 2020 card, and increase your playing speed. Tile passing and defensive playing techniques will be explored further. Most importantly, there will be supervised play on the REAL MAH JONGG app. Each session will be limited to eight students to allow for interactive conversation via Zoom. Students must use an internet connected laptop or desktop computer to access the class, and they will need to have the following: mah jongg set, 2020 mah jongg card, and REAL MAH JONGG app on their device. Mah Jongg cards are available for purchase from the instructor. Limited to 8. Dates: 4 Wednesdays, October 14-November 4 Time: 5:30-7:00PM Fee: $79

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F20-Zoom into Mah Jongg-Advanced Beginners (early winter)

ONLINE Zoom into Mah Jongg-Advanced Beginners (early winter) Sharon Katz Now that you’ve mastered the tile names and can identify the difference between a ONE BAM and a FLOWER, this class will help you perfect your strategy, become more familiar with the hands on the 2020 card, and increase your playing speed. Tile passing and defensive playing techniques will be explored further. Most importantly, there will be supervised play on the REAL MAH JONGG app. Each session will be limited to eight students to allow for interactive conversation via Zoom. Students must use an internet connected laptop or desktop computer to access the class, and they will need to have the following: mah jongg set, 2020 mah jongg card, and REAL MAH JONGG app on their device. Mah Jongg cards are available for purchase from the instructor. Limited to 8. Dates: 4 Wednesdays, December 9-January 6 (no class 12/30) Time: 5:30-7:00PM Fee: $79

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F20-Beginning Italian

ONLINE Beginning Italian Barry Bridgelal This program is designed to give beginning students a practical command of the Italian language. Upon completion of the course, you will be able to discuss everyday activities and describe situations using the present tense. You can also expect to be able to read and write elementary texts such as a simple letter. Topics include pronunciation, adjectives, expressions of date and quantity, indefinite and definite articles, and first conjugation are verbs. Students will need to purchase the Prego textbook . Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Mondays, September 21-November 23 (no class 9/28 and 10/12) Time: 6:00-7:30PM Fee: $179

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F20-Advanced Beginning Italian

ONLINE Advanced Beginning Italian Barry Bridgelal Building upon the basic foundation provided in Beginning Italian (-are verbs, few irregular verbs, articles, calendar) you will improve your listening skills and conversational ability through structured dialogues and other practical activities. Begin to communicate more precisely as you learn -ere and -ire verbs in the present and all conjugations in the past tenses. Topics will include: review of expressions of date and quantity, indefinite and definite articles, past tense, interrogatives, and direct object pronouns . Students will need to purchase the Prego textbook . Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Mondays, November 30-February 1(no class 12/28 and 1/18) Time: 6:00-7:30PM Fee: $179

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F20-Beginning French

NEW DATES! December 1-February 2 Beginning French Barry Bridgelal Immerse yourself in the beautiful French language and gain a practical command of the vocabulary and grammar through topics that will include greetings, pronunciation, counting, indefinite articles, definite articles, interrogatives, infinitive expressions and a few irregular verbs. The goal of this program is to provide you with the tools to conduct basic conversations and write brief paragraphs about a range of everyday topics, using the present and near future tenses. You will also be introduction to simple past tense. Students will need to purchase the Grammaire Progressive Niveau Débutant . Limited to 10. Dates: 9 Tuesdays, December 1-February 2 (no class 12/29 Time: 6:00-7:30PM Fee: $199

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F20-Advanced Beginning French

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CANCELED! Advanced Beginning French Barry Bridgelal Building upon the skills studied in Level 1, students will improve their conversational precision by considerably developing their vocabulary as well as by learning to use the present and immediate future. Grammatical topics include possessive and demonstrative adjectives, idiomatic verb expressions, comparatives, imperatives expressions of time and season. Students will need to purchase the Grammaire Progressive Niveau Debutant . Limited to 10. Dates: 9 Tuesdays, December 1-February 2 (no class 12/29) Time: 6:00-7:30PM Fee: $199

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F20-Conversational French (fall)

ONLINE Conversational French (fall) Barry Bridgelal Spend Tuesday evenings with fellow French language lovers, conversing in a warm and inviting setting. This program is designed for students who are proficient in present, imparfait, and passé composé, and who are able to use object pronouns. The instructor will offer exercises designed to increase fluency. Limited to 12. Dates: 8 Tuesdays, September 22-November 17 (no class 11/3) Time: 7:30-8:30PM Fee: $119

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F20-Conversational French (early winter)

ONLINE Conversational French (early winter) Barry Bridgelal Spend Tuesday evenings with fellow French language lovers, conversing in a warm and inviting setting. This program is designed for students who are proficient in present, imparfait, and passé composé, and who are able to use object pronouns. The instructor will offer exercises designed to increase fluency. Limited to 12. Dates: 9 Tuesdays, December 1-February 2 (no class 12/29) Time: 7:30-8:30PM Fee: $135

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F20-Intermediate Italian I

ONLINE Intermediate Italian I Barry Bridgelal Advance your Italian language skills in this Intermediate level program. Upon completion, you should be able to dicusss topics such as moods, travel, holidays and business, using the present, past and future tenses. This class will emphasize improvement of oral comprehension and creative expression through the use of teaching resources, including reading selections. Reflexive verbs, indirect and direct object pronouns, expressions of time and duration, simple and articulated prepositions will be covered. Students will need to purchase the Prego textbook . Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Mondays, September 21-November 23 (no class 9/28 and 10/12) Time: 7:30-9:00PM Fee: $179

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F20-Intermediate Italian II

ONLINE Intermediate Italian II Barry Bridgelal This course is for students who have completed Barry’s Intermediate Italian I class or others who have a solid foundation in the language, including reflexive verbs, indirect and direct object pronouns, expressions of time and duration, and simple and articulated prepositions. Upon completion of this level, students should be able to discuss topics including health, travel, holidays and business using the present, past and future tenses. This level continues to emphasize the improvement of oral comprehension and creative expression. Topics introduced will include review of imperfect tense versus passato prossimo, tonal pronouns, comparatives and superlatives, simple future tense, and double object pronouns. Students will need to purchase the Prego textbook . Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Mondays, November 30-February 1 (no class 12/28 and 1/18) Time: 7:30-9:00PM Fee: $179

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F20-Advanced Italian I

ONLINE Advanced Italian I Barry Bridgelal Upon completion of this level, students should be able to discuss topics including health, travel, holidays and business using the present, past and immediate and probability future tenses. This level continues to emphasize the improvement of oral comprehension and creative expression. Topics reviewed include imperfect tense versus passato prosssimo, disjunctive pronouns, comparatives and new topics include simple future tense, impersonal form and double object pronouns (Prego!, Chapters 10-12). Students will need to purchase the Prego textbook . Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Thursdays, September 24-November 12 Time: 6:00-7:30PM Fee: $179

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F20-Advanced Italian II

ONLINE Advanced Italian II Barry Bridgelal After completing this course, students can expect to converse with greater confidence and precision. More complex reading selections provide authentic opportunities for vocabulary development and creative use of the language. Building upon the skills already acquired, students learn indefinite adjectives and pronouns, negatives, imperative form, the conditional tense, possessive and relative pronouns (Prego!, Chapters 13-15). Students will need to purchase the Prego textbook . Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Thursdays, November 19-January 28 (no class 11/26, 12/24 and 12/31) Time: 6:00-7:30PM Fee: $179

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F20-Intermediate French II

ONLINE Intermediate French II Barry Bridgelal Upon completion of this course, students can expect to converse on a broad range of topics with greater confidence and precision. Building upon the skills already acquired, students learn direct and indirect object pronouns, relative pronouns, the pluperfect and imperfect verb tenses, adverbs of time, and expressions of habitual and progressive action. Students will need to purchase the Grammaire Progressive du Francais Cle. Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Thursdays, September 24-November 12 Time: 7:30-9:00PM Fee: $179

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F20-Advanced French I

ONLINE Advanced French I Barry Bridgelal Having completed intermediate II, students can expect to be able to discuss numerous topics with relative sophistication as well as to read and write multi-paragraph texts. Students at this level review imparfait versus passé composé and learn the future tense versus conditional tense. Students will need to purchase the Grammaire Progressive du Francais Cle. Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Thursdays, November 19-January 28 (no class 11/26, 12/24 and 12/31) Time: 7:30-9:00PM Fee: $179

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F20-Private Language Lessons-10 hours (French, Italian and Spanish

ONLINE 10 Hours of Private Language Lessons in Spanish, French or Italian Barry Bridgelal NCE's talented foreign language instructor, Barry Bridgelal, is now offering private/semi-private lessons online! Each registration allows for 1 person (or 2 people together) to schedule 10-hours of lessons directly with Barry. Open to students of all levels who wish to improve their French, Spanish or Italian language skills. Barry is available for private lessons during the day on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays (usually until 6PM). He is also available on weekends. The 10-pack may be used between September 8 and February 12. There are no refunds or credits for unused time. Fee: $599 for 1 person or 2 people taking lessons together

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F20-Beginning Spanish

ONLINE Beginning Spanish Diana Garcia-Martinez Have you been thinking about learning Spanish? Would you like to be able to communicate with native Spanish speakers in the U.S or as you travel the world? Or, do you believe that learning a new language enables us to understand the culture, traditions and history of a country? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is the class for you! You will learn the building blocks of the Spanish language, everyday vocabulary, and practice simple conversations from the first day of class. The emphasis will be on speaking, listening and immersing ourselves in the language. Come and enjoy learning a new language in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. This course is for those with little or no knowledge of Spanish. Students will need to purchase a text book (approximately $35) for this course . Details will be posted on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_ed, under Adult . Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Wednesdays, October 7-December 9 (no class 11/11 and 11/25) Time: 6:00-8:00PM Fee: $195

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F20-Advanced Beginning Spanish

ONLINE Advanced Beginning Spanish Diana Garcia-Martinez This class will be geared for those who have some basic introductory knowledge of the Spanish language. We will quickly review the conjugation of –ar, –er, and –ir verbs. We will learn the present progressive, the preterite and reflexive verbs. We will practice simple conversations and learn more of the Spanish language and culture in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Prerequisite: a beginning Spanish class or a basic knowledge of Spanish, e.g., knowledge of the consonant and vowel sounds, numbers, noun-adjective agreement, use of the irregular verbs ser, estar, tener, ir, gustar, and the conjugation of regular verbs in the present tense. Students will need to purchase a text book (approximately $35) for this course . Details will be posted on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_ed, under Adult . Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Wedsdays, January 6-February 24 Time: 6:00-8:00PM Fee: $195

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F20-Piano and Keyboard Level I

ONLINE CLASS! Piano and Keyboard Level I Taylor Roland Learn or re-learn to play songs on a piano or keyboard. Instruction will include note reading, theory, ensemble playing and maybe even some singing. This class, in collaboration with Needham Music, will be fun and you will be delighted with the progress you make! Students will need to purchase a copy of Piano Fun for Adult Beginners ($15) . Limited to 10. Dates: 8 Tuesdays, October 6-December 1 (no class 11/3) Time: 6:45-7:45PM Fee: $165

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F20-Your Pelvic Health: Why Kegels Don't Cut It

ONLINE Your Pelvic Health: Why Kegels Don't Cut It Brooke Reilly OTR/L, CLC, PMH-C Most women report that the extent of the education they’ve received in their lifetime pertaining to pelvic health was minimal, at best. Please join us if you are interested in learning about: ● “Normal” pelvic function ● Common (but not “normal”) pelvic health challenges ● How your breath, belly, posture, and habits influence your pelvic health ● What your choices, lifestyle, and stress levels do to impact your pelvic health ● What is meant by “peri-menopause”, why periods are not so bad, and how we can use our cycles to maximize our everyday function ● How your mental health affects your physical health, specific to you, as a woman. You will walk away from this interactive workshop with dozens of “aha!” moments, signaling better body literacy, and you will learn concrete self-assessment tools to monitor your own pelvic health. You might also gain new confidence in your ability to resume “triggering” activities (like running, hiking, playing). Limited to 20. Dates: 2 Mondays, October 19-26 Time: 7:00-8:30PM Fee: $45

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F20-Use the Power of Life Coaching to Empower Your Life

ONLINE Use the Power of Life Coaching to Empower Your Life Karen Carter Spend four evenings learning what life coaching is and how it can work for you. You will take away some simple strategies to begin making your desired changes that create big results. Topics to be covered are: BALANCE & SELF CARE We all have experienced a paradigm shift over the past few months. Together we will look at ways to help evaluate /re-evaluate our thoughts and priorities and finding way to take better care of ourselves as well. GOAL SETTING: We will be exploring ways to stop Overwhelm, Negativity & Procrastination and start creating the goals you want to achieve and actually obtaining them! HABITS: We often overlook the importance of daily habits in managing ourselves and our lives. It, however, it is often these small changes we make to our daily routines that enable the BIG changes in our lives! EMPOWERMENT / MINDSET We will be combing the tools of life coaching to prepare you to move forward and create the life you want and desire! You will develop steps to help you on your way of being better able to reach your goals and setting new ones. Limited to 10. Dates: 4 Mondays, November 16-December 7 Time: 7:00-8:00PM Fee: $65

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F20-How to Find a Good Fit When Looking to Do Good

ONLINE How to Find a Good Fit when Looking to Do Good Kris DeGraw Dana Are you searching for a meaningful and rewarding volunteer opportunity, but don’t know where to start? This unique class is geared toward retirees looking to give back, people needing to fulfill required community service hours, and those wanting to volunteer as a way to explore a new career path. The instructor, a seasoned volunteer coordinator for non-profits, will provide insight into how organizations typically determine their volunteer needs, recruit and value their volunteers. You will learn how to interpret volunteer listings to gain a better sense of whether it is a good match for your personal catalysts, commitment ability and your skill-set/personal strengths. Each participant will gain a better understanding of the value they might bring to a non-profit through the creation of a Volunteer AvatarTM. There will be some time dedicated to individual placement guidance. Limited to 12. Dates: 2 Thursdays, November 5-12 Time: 6:30-8:30PM Fee: $59

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F20-Reduce Your Carbon Footprint at Home

ONLINE CLASS! Reduce Your Carbon Footprint at Home Peter Kane Refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle and rot (compost)...this course is for anyone who is concerned about climate change and wants to take steps to reduce their carbon footprint at home. Practical tips, with an emphasis on actions that will have the greatest impact will be presented. Limited to 20. Date: Thursday, November 5 Time: 7:00-8:30 PM Fee: $25

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F20-College Application Process: Tips for Reducing Your Child's Stress

ONLINE College Application Process: Tips for Reducing Your Child’s Stress Eric Stutman Perhaps you've heard stories about the stress of the college admissions process. Or you may have already experienced it first hand with one of your children. What you might not know is that you can eliminate a lot of the stress by planning ahead--the earlier the better! This interactive session will give parents of any high school student an understanding of the college admissions timeline, and what they can be doing now to reduce the stress often associated with the process. The class will include tips for busy families regarding SAT and ACT tests, college visits, creating a great college list, and types of financial aid. Limited to 15. Date: Thursday, December 10 Time: 7:00-8:30PM Fee: $29

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F20-Dispelling Myths about College Admissions and Financial Aid

ONLINE Dispelling Myths about College Admissions and Financial Aid Eric Stutman Are colleges looking for well-rounded students? Is my state school the least expensive to attend? Will applying for financial aid hurt my chances for admission? Will I pay twice as much if two of my children are in college? Attend this informative class to find out which of these and other admissions and financial aid questions are myths, and which are the truth. Attendees will come away with a deeper understanding of admissions and financial aid that they can put to use for their student. Limited to 15. Date: Tuesday, October 6 Time: 7:00-8:30PM $29

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F20-Cooking at Home with Chef Josh Ziskin

ONLINE CLASS! Cooking at Home with Chef Josh Ziskin Josh Zisking Join Chef Josh Ziskin, Chef Owner of La Morra and Heritage of Sherborn, as he demonstrates some of his famous Northern Italian dishes, such as Bolognese, Risotto & other surprise dishes from his home kitchen. Learn knife techniques, tricks of the trade and how to create your own restaurant worthy cuisine from home. An ingredients list will be provided so that students can cook along with Josh if they wish. Limited to 12. Date: Tuesday, October 20 Time: 6:00-7:15PM Fee: $32

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F20-Wine Tasting: Tackling the Restaurant Wine Menu

ONLINE CLASS! Wine Tasting: Tackling the Restaurant Wine Menu Jen Ziskin Do you get cold feet everytime you look at a wine list and want to learn tricks to deciphering it. How do you decide whether to choose wine you want to drink or what will go best with your meal? Join Jen Ziskin, Co-Owner/Wine Director of Heritage of Sherborn and La Morra, as she teaches you some tips and tricks to wine lists, wine pairing and how to taste wine. If you would like to taste some of the featured wines while participating in the class you may order the wines from Heritage Wine & Provisions store in Sherborn and pick them up there. Delivery within the Needham/Wellesley/Dover/Sherborn/Westwood area can be arranged for an additional fee . Limited to 12. Date: Thursday, October 15 Time: 6:00-7:15PM Fee: $32

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F20-Guitar I

ONLINE CLASS! Guitar I Sam Marvin In this fun class, designed for guitar beginners and taught by Rob's Guitar School, you will learn all of the basics that you need to know to play the guitar. Topics covered will include how to hold the guitar, tuning, strumming, learning easy common chords, singing and playing for those who want to sing and play, learning how to read chord charts and tablature and learning a basic scale or two for those who want to try their hands at solos. Other topics will be covered as the class progresses. This class is designed to teach you all you need to know to be able to play any basic song that you want. Each student must have their own guitar (both acoustic and electric guitars are welcome) . If a guitar is needed, online links to an affordable guitar will be provided. Limited to 8. Dates: 8 Thursdays, October 1-November 19 Time: 6:00-7:00PM Fee: $199

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F20-Guitar II

ONLINE CLASS! Guitar II Sam Marvin Designed for students who have completed Guitar I or those students who bridge the beginner/intermediate levels, this class will take your playing to the next level. Taught by Rob's Guitar School, students will be introduced to: fingerpicking; more strumming patterns; pentatonic scales; blues; soloing techniques such as slides, hammer-ons and pull-offs; more advanced chords including barre chords; and basic music theory, Other topics may be covered as well depending upon class progress/makeup. All of this will be taught while learning classic, fun-to-learn songs. Students will leave this class having a much stronger foundation on guitar and ready to branch out into to new areas. Each student must have their own guitar (both acoustic and electric guitars are welcome) . If a guitar is needed, online links to an affordable guitar will be provided. Limited to 8. Dates: 8 Thursdays, December 3-February 4 (no class 12/24 and 12/31) Time: 6:00-7:00PM Fee: $199

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F20-Hand Drumming: Beginning and Beyond

ONLINE Hand Drumming: Beginning and Beyond Alan Tauber For thousands of years, the drum has provided people with a powerful basic tool to communicate, express themselves, form community and profoundly integrate the senses. This course will give you all the tools you will need to really enjoy yourself playing your drum. You will experience drumming’s healing power and its power of self-expression. All basic techniques will be taught, and the program is appropriate for all levels of drummers, from beginners-advanced. You may use a full height (not a toy) hand drum, djembe or ashiko. A desk or table top will also work. Some drums may be available from the instructor for a rental fee. Please call 617-686-6080 if you will need a drum to rent. Limited to 12. Dates: 8 Mondays, October 5-November 30 (no class 10/12) Time: 7:00-8:00PM Fee: $125

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F20-Voice-overs: Now is Your Time

ONLINE Voice-Overs…Now is Your Time! Will Kamp Spend two-hours learning how to begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos and more. In this class, the instructor will teach you a unique, outside-of-the-box way to pursue a full or part-time career in the lucrative voice-over field. Voice-over artists are in high demand, with companies looking for new voices like never before. Put your voice to work for you! Limited to 40. Date: Monday, October 19 Time: 6:30-8:30PM Fee: $35

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F20-History of the Blues

ONLINE CLASS! History or the Blues Sam Marviin Trace major trends and artists in the Blues from various geographic regions in the United States from the early 20th-century through the present day. By taking both a historical and theoretical perspective, the overall goal is to give a basic understanding of the key functioning elements of the Blues, and how geography (as well as many other factors) shaped the sound to something that we generally call “The Blues.” This will be demonstrated through reading, listening, and even some playing of the Blues. Prior musical knowledge is NOT a prerequisite. The program is intended for non-musicians seeking a better understanding of why Blues music sounds the way it does, as well as its historical origins. The genre and various subgenres will be covered. Limited to 10. Dates: 4 Mondays, October 5-November 2 (no class 10/12) Time: 6:45-7:45PM Fee: $85

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F20-Beginning Songwriting

ONLINE CLASS! Beginning Songwriting Terry Kitchen If you have a poem that needs music, a melody that needs words, a notebook full of ideas, or just the desire to write your own songs, this program is for you! Even if you don’t play an instrument or read music (many fine songwriters don't), you can still learn how to be a songwriter. Through an examination of classic songs, from pop, rock, country and Broadway, you will learn the elements of song (melody, lyric, harmony, rhythm) and song structure (verse, chorus, lift). Then, you will use this knowledge to develop ideas for your own songs. You will learn exercises and habits to free your imagination, and develop a toolbox to fix songs that aren't working. The instructor will also teach you about the technology now available to songwriters, and the role of songwriters in the music business. Limited to 15. Dates: 6 Tuesdays, October 6-November 17 (no class 11/3) Time: 7:00-8:30PM Fee: $129

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F20-Microsoft Word: Tips and Tricks

ONLINE Microsoft Word: Tips and Tricks Julie Frost Microsoft Word has come a long way since it first came onto the scene in 1989. This versatile program can be used for creating graphics, tables and charts using templates, collaborating with others and so much more. Spend an evening learning how you can get the most out of Word. Limited to 15. Date: Thursday, December 3 Time: 6:30-8:00PM Fee: $29

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F20-Google Calendar

ONLINE CLASS Google Calendar Julie Frost Have you ever missed an appointment because you couldn’t remember where you wrote it down? Are you constantly having to remind your spouse about upcoming events? Have you forgotten a dear friend’s birthday because you were so busy with life? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this class is for you! Join us as we explore Google Calendar and the ways in which you can synchronize your family’s activities and events in an organized and easy way! Participants must have a Gmail account. Limited to 12. Date: Wednesday, December 9 Time: 6:30-8:00PM Fee: $29

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F20-Gmail Tips and Tricks

ONLINE CLASS Gmail Tips and Tricks Julie Frost Gmail has so many cool features. In this class, you will learn how to use these features to create contact groups, organize your mail into folders, save a signature, and format the look of your emails. Participants must have a Gmail account. Limited to 12. Date: Wednesday, January 6 Time: 6:30-8:00PM Fee: $29

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F20-Navigating the Pandemic Mindfully

ONLINE Navigating the Pandemic Mindfully Cindy Loughran Does the Coronavirus Pandemic have you feeling anxious, fearful, impatient, uncertain, lonely, or exhausted? Perhaps you have a sense of being off balance in your job, your relationships, and your day-to-day life. Find peace of mind and unlock the power to be your best, even in a pandemic. In this four-week course you will learn the basics of mindfulness and experience a variety of mindful practices that will help you navigate this and any challenge with ease and equanimity. Limited to 12. Date: 4 Tuesdays, October 6-27 Time: 6:30-8:00PM Fee: $105

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F20-SAT and ACT: A Guide for Parents

ONLINE SAT and ACT: A Guide for Parents Mindy Popp and Ben Sexton SAT vs. ACT, what are the differences between these two tests? Which would be better for your child? What else should parents know about the two tests? Spend an evening learning from two professionals in the college application field: Mindy Popp, Managing Director of Popp & Associates college counseling, and Ben Sexton, founder of Sexton Test Prep. The content, format and scoring method for each test will be covered, along with testing timelines and preparation. Mindy and Ben will also provide insight into how Covid-19 is effecting the tests and how colleges are responding. Other topics will include test-optional and test-blind admissions, subject tests, testing in athletic recruiting, online testing and scholarships. Limited to 20. Date: Tuesday, November 17 Time: 7:00-9:00PM Fee: $19

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F20-Tips and Strategies for Supplemental College Essays

PLEASE NOTE: Date and time have been changed to Sunday, October 4, 4:00-5:30PM. ONLINE CLASS! Tips and Strategies for Supplemental College Essays Jane Hirschhorn This class is designed for high school seniors applying to college in the 2020-2021 admission cycle. It will offer them specific information regarding what admission offices are seeking in supplemental college essays. The class will feature examples of common supplemental essays and how to answer them. Additionally, the instructor will guide students in being as efficient as possible in the writing of supplemental essays, encouraging them how to use the same verbiage across multiple essays. The class will be delivered in a lively lecture style, with opportunities for idea generation and questions. Attendees will be provided with additional resources. Limited to 20. Date: Sunday, October 4 Time: 4:00-5:30PM Fee: $35

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F20-Why Do I Do That? An Intro to Mind Body Healing

ONLINE CLASS Why Do I Do That? An Intro to Mind Body Healing Why Do I Do That? Introduction to Mind Body Healing Judith A. Swack, Ph.D. Do you feel stuck in some area of your life? Do you know what to do, but don’t do it? Do you know better, but still do it? Do you suffer from fears, phobias, and traumas you can’t talk yourself out of? Do you keep repeating the same mistakes over and over again? When you’ve done your best to solve these problems but they are still there, you are experiencing unconscious self-sabotage. In this much-needed seminar, join best-selling author and award-winning mind/body therapist Dr. Judith A. Swack to learn some powerful, yet easy to use techniques, including Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), for communicating directly with your unconscious mind and body and releasing unwanted emotions and self-sabotaging behaviors. Limited to 12. Dates: 2 Wednesdays, October 14-21 Time: 7:00-9:00PM Fee: $59

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F20-Advanced Beginning Watercolor

ONLINE CLASS! Advanced Beginning Watercolor Sally Meding Advanced Beginning Watercolor is for students who have had some experience in watercolor. Basic watercolor techniques will be covered with small step-by-step projects, including value studies and relevant color mixing exercises. Line drawings are provided for tracing or drawing. Each week a new project is presented focusing on a particular technique. A link to the video of the class is also included (to review at your own pace). A brief live critique is offered at the end of class. A materials list will be posted by class title on the district website: www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_ed, under Adult . Limited to 12 . Dates: 8 Tuesdays, January 5-February 23 Time: 6:00-9:00PM Fee: $189

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