Continuing Education
SPECIAL INTERESTS
ARE YOU READY TO BE A PUBLIC SPEAKER?
3 weeks Donna Kreis
Do you want to be a better public speaker? Do you find it hard to get up in front of a large crowd and be the center of attention? Are you in a position where you are required to make oral presentations? Would you like to polish your Public Speaking skills and gain confidence at the same time? Join this class and become comfortable being in the public limelight. You will learn tips that only the professionals know about! This is a wonderful opportunity to practice 3 speeches in front of a live audience and receive positive feedback! The instructor has been a member of Toastmasters International for 7 years and competes in statewide speech contests.
Starts 2/23
Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. $20**
D102
EVENING MAH JONGG
6 weeks Barbara Bade
Looking for a game? Experienced players can get together once a week for an evening of Mah Jongg. Minimum of 4 players will be needed to start the group. We will use the current National Mah Jongg League card. Please bring your own Mah Jongg set and current card. $3 "Pie" each week. Any questions? Please call Barbara at 584-3495.
Starts 3/11
Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. $15**
G112
GENEALOGY: GETTING STARTED
3 weeks Ruth Ann Messick
The ins and outs of getting started - taking what you know and going on - the location of resources and lots more! Bring everything you know about your family from Bibles, diaries, pictures, letters, etc.
Starts 3/1
Monday 7:00-9:00 p.m. $15 B103
MAH JONGG
6 weeks Barbara Bade
Mah Jongg is an ancient Chinese tile game introduced to this country in the 1920's. The Game of Sparrows was first played by the ruling class of China, the Mandarins during the time of Confucius. Mah Jongg is played with a group of 4 people using a set of 152 decorated tiles and a card of standardized hands and rules. Much like Gin Rummy, but a lot more fun! Come with a friend or alone - and learn the game of Mah Jongg. Materials fee of $22.00 payable to instructor the first night of class includes the current Mah Jongg card ($7) and The Beginners Guide to American Mah Jongg Book ($14.95). New players and those who just want to brush-up welcome! (Please indicate if you are a new player on your registration form). For any questions, please call Barbara at 584-3495.
Starts 3/11
Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. $35
G112
RE-LEARN YOUR ENGLISH GRAMMAR
7 weeks Allan Weatherwax
***When You Are Asked the Health Question, “How do you feel?” Do you Know Which of the Following Reponses is Grammatically Correct? And Why? I feel good. I feel well. ***IF YOU’RE NOT SURE, TAKE THIS COURSE. In this informal and relaxed atmosphere, you’ll gain confidence whenever you communicate (speak or write) using English. Refresh your knowledge of the rules of English Grammar and understand it. Each session will consist of a period of interactive grammar instruction followed by topically related exercises using current-day text (appearing in newspapers, magazines and any generally published documents) to reinforce understanding. This course is NOT designed for students who wish to learn English as a second language, however for those who have learned English as a second language, this course will be helpful in reinforcing your understanding of English grammar. ***You’ll now be able to easily identify the correct answer to the health question presented above***
Starts 3/4
Thursday 6:30-8:00 p.m. $40
B109
THE ART OF BECOMING AN EXCELLENT CONVERSATIONALIST
3 weeks Blossom Woodrow
Learn conversational skills, from A-Z, which will become a winsome social asset and a magnetic business tool. Discover how to initiate and maintain conversations with friends or strangers; how to be interesting so that others will enjoy your company; how to improve your listening skills; how to contribute to conversations outside your area of expertise; and much, much more. Blossom Woodrow, with her culturally diverse and international background, teaches conversational skills to individuals from all walks of life: doctors; attorneys; engineers; educators; students and entire families. Whether you’re out to breakfast with a client, lunch with the boss, dinner with a date, at a job interview or a party, one on one or in a group, you’ll learn how to be conversationally engaging with anyone, on any level, and at ease in any setting. This class is taught in a fun and relaxed atmosphere -- you may come as a stranger, but will leave as a friend!
Starts 3/16
Tuesday 7:00-9:00 p.m. $20**
D102
WILLIAM'S WINE CLASS
3 weeks William Roach, AIWS
William's Wine Class will teach you what wine is, how to serve it, what to serve with it, how to choose from a restaurant wine list and how to choose wine in a store. Along the way, you'll learn which wines are made where, and why, and how to pronounce them. The first two classes will be classroom based with the third class being a practical wine tasting to familiarize students with different styles of wine and held at Putnam Wine on Broadway. William is the Fella in the Cella at Putnam Wine. He holds a Diploma in wine and spirits from the Wine & Spirits Educational Trust (WSET). This is the world's leading provider of professional training for the wine industry. Materials fee of $5 payable to instructor the first night of class. Class size limited to 20.
Starts 3/17
Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. $20**
B108
SPECIAL INTEREST SPECIALS
A GARDEN IN CONSTANT BLOOM
One
Night Beverly
VanNess
You too can have a three-season garden by planning, using bulbs, annuals and with long blooming perennials. Join us and learn how!
Tuesday, March 30 7:00-9:00 p.m. $7**
B103
ADVENTURES IN GHOSTBUSTING!
One Night Brenda Jenks
Join us for first hand stories of real ghosts in the Saratoga area ~ learn all about “clearing” houses, lands and businesses of ghosts, negative thought forms, entities, etc. An enlightening look at the unseen world, how it affects us and what to do about it.
Thursday, February 25 7:00-9:00 p.m. $7**
B104
BABY SIGN LANGUAGE 101
One Night Erin Carter
If I told you that there was toy on the market that could raise your baby’s IQ, you would buy it, wouldn’t you? Baby sign language has proven to raise IQ’s 10-12 points! The benefits of teaching your pre-verbal infant to communicate through sign language include earlier speech development, less frustration, larger vocabularies, higher self-esteem, and a stronger parent-child bond. Babies are happiest when they can communicate with the people who love them the most, their families. Begin signing with your baby now through this two hour workshop. As seen on Oprah and 20/20. Materials fee of $5 payable to instructor the night of class includes a baby sign language dictionary, baby sign tips and techniques and baby sign language games, songs and activities.
Thursday, March 11 6:30-8:30 p.m. $7**
B112
BEFORE YOU GET YOUR DOG
One Night Kristina Gage
Presented by Kristina N. Gage, Certified Pet Dog Trainer and owner of SmartDog Dog Training, this class will provide you with important information to help you choose, prepare for and bring home a new dog. We will discuss adopting puppies, adolescent and adult dogs and choosing between mixed and pure breed dogs. You will also learn where to find your new dog and how to pick an individual dog that best fits your family. Finally, we will cover steps to take before you bring your new dog home, how to introduce your dog to the family and how to meet the needs of your new dog.
Wednesday, March 3 6:30-8:30 p.m. $7**
B102
CAREGIVING AT HOME - THE BALANCING ACT
One Night Kym Hance, CMC
There is no such ting as home, sweet nursing home. Most people want to stay in their own homes for as long as possible. But at some point you or your parents will need some assistance to accomplish this. Every day, 25 million Americans provide care for loved ones. Most of these caregivers are working age adults and have full time jobs. This program is designed to help future caregivers and those currently providing care to gain a better understanding of the community programs and services available and how to best utilize these services. You’ll also learn the eligibility criteria for community and institutional Medicaid, how home care needs are determined and trends in the home health care industry affecting service delivery. You’ll also receive tips on setting up home care and hiring care providers. Kym Hance is a certified geriatric care manager and partner in Trinity ElderCare Consulting & Management, LLC. kym@trinityeldercare.com
Wednesday, March 10 6:30-8:00 p.m. $7**
B114
DO IT YOURSELF CRUISE PLANNING - AND SAVING
One Night Tracey Kubis
Have you dreamed of taking a cruise? You can! And, you can save money too! Let your next vacation involve waking up each morning in a different port, afternoons filled with exciting excursions and evenings enjoying a wonderful dinner, shows and more. Yes, the average person can book their own cruise trip, have the knowledge to save as well as book their own shore excursions - saving money along the way! Learn the game of cruising, and come out saving! The instructor has taken 13 cruises and has learned these tips from her own experience.
Tuesday, March 9 7:00-8:30 p.m. $7**
B112
EFFECTIVELY REACH YOUR AUDIENCE
One Night Nancy Auspelmyer
Learn how you affect your audience energetically and how they affect you. Acquire the simple tools you need to deliver your message with clarity and impact your audience as you have intended, whether you are a teacher, performer or group facilitator.
Tuesday, April 20 6:30-8:30 p.m. $7**
B110
EXPERIENCE THE YADDO GARDENS
One Night The Yaddo Garden Association
Peace, love and inspiration were the core of the creation of The Gardens at Yaddo. Come spend an evening and learn the history and mission of the Yaddo Gardens. We’ll discuss the design and ideas behind the creation of the Rose Garden and adjoining Rock Garden. Discover the beautiful Italian marble statues and the lower pond area with its “riot of Color”. Each participant will receive a complimentary pass for a Docent led Drop-In tour of the Yaddo Gardens in the 2009 summer season. Class size limited to 25
Tuesday, April 20 6:30-8:30 p.m. $10**
B112
EXPLORE THE CHAMPLAIN CANAL
Two Nights Elizabeth O’Leary
Trace the beginnings of the Champlain Canal in 1823 through to today’s use as leisure transportation. See how inland waterways changed many towns in our area into thriving industrial communities. Learn about Solomon Northup (Author of 12 Years a Slave) and how he was connected to the Champlain Canal. The second session of the class will consist of a Walking/Driving Tour. We will meet at the Old Fort House Museum and then go to Champlain Canal Lock Seven to see this working museum in action. We’ll walk along the towpath of the old canal ruins and over the stone arch bridge of the aqueduct with a stop by the historic State Street Burying Ground.
Tuesday, March 23 6:30-8:30 p.m. $12**
B114
FIND YOUR PERFECT PURSE AND MORE!
One Night Jordana Turcotte
You could save the world if only you could find your keys right? Well, come and get ideas and guidance on how to find your perfect purse, including how to make an info sheet in case it is stolen. Plus, all those troubling topics such as finding the perfect planner, when to shop for what, travel and packing tips and checklists, craft storage and inventory and more. Come and learn out to manage the things that drive you crazy.
Monday, March 29 7:00-9:00 p.m. $7**
B109
GET INVOLVED IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
One Night Kristine Bellino
Changes are happening all over Saratoga. Would you like to take more of an active role than reading the newspaper and voting? If you want to get involved, but are not quite certain where to start or what interests you the most, this class will provide an introduction to the resources and community around you. There will be a guest speaker and class participants will have the opportunity to develop a community-wide project. Materials fee of $5 will be payable to instructor the night of class.
Thursday, March 25 6:30-8:30 p.m. $7**
B106
GETTING PAID TO TALK, MAKING MONEY WITH YOUR VOICE: An Introduction to Professional Voice-acting
One Night Voice Coaches
Have you ever been told you have a great voice? This exciting class will explore numerous aspects of voice-over work for television, film, radio, audio books, documentaries and the internet in your area! We will cover all the basics, including how to prepare the all-important demo, how to be successful and earn great income in this exciting field. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and to hear examples of demos recorded by professional voice actors. Class participants will even have a chance to record a commercial script under the direction of our Voicecoaches.com producer! This class is informative, lots of fun, and a great first step for anyone interested in voice-acting professionally. Space is limited, so register early.
Wednesday, April 28 6:30-9:00 p.m. $10**
B112
GREEN INTERIORS
One Night Karen Totino/Sophie Castro
What does it mean, and how to design and renovate your home in a healthier way! From energy efficiency to indoor air quality, keeping comfort and esthetic in the mix, where does one begin? What products really make a difference and what difference does it make? How much does it cost? Karen Totino (founder of Green Conscience Home & Garden) and Sophie Castro (interior designer)( will talk about the importance of living in more eco-friendly environments and offer suggestions on where to start, what to use and what is available locally. This presentation is geared towards home owners and anyone interested in the environment, creating a healthy home and managing chronic allergies and asthma.
Session I: Tuesday, March 2 or
Session II: Thursday, March 25
6:30-8:30 p.m. $7**
B102
HOME STAGING AND THE BIG MOVE
One
Night Jordana
Turcotte
Selling and moving effectively can be done when you know how to stage your home and the steps to moving with ease. This course will give you the tips you need to know for getting your home ready for sale; how to look through the buyer’s eyes and address your entire home with a detailed checklist. Sold! Now, how you can execute a successful move, up to and including moving day.
Tuesday, March 2 7:00-9:00 p.m. $7**
B109
HOW TO GET YOUR FIRST BOOK PUBLISHED
One Night Katharine Sands
Stay out of the Rejection Pile and Get Into Print! Join us for an exciting event and learn how to get published! Noted literary agent Katharine Sands will guide you through a seven-step action plan to make your dream a reality. You will learn: * How to catch an agent's eye and stand out from the stacks on an editor's desk * Sure-fire techniques for creating a professional book proposal * In-class and at-home exercises aimed at developing fiction and nonfiction for publication: * How to practice your PitchCraft - strategy secrets for selling your book and story ideas * What publishers want from new writers * Expert advice on what would really make them want to publish you. For anyone who ever thought about writing, this class will give you a step-by-step action plan and sound a clarion call to write. Bonus: Bring writing samples for class for critique. Katharine Sands is a literary agent with the Sarah Jane Freymann Literary Agency. She represents a wide range of authors in a broad range of categories.
Thursday, April 15 6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
B102
JOURNEY TO EGYPT
One
Night Nancy
Auspelmyer
Have you ever been curious about ancient Egypt, its secrets and mysteries? Come visit Egypt during this evening of facts, myth, photographs and possibilities. Perhaps you will consider joining us later in 2010 as we journey there once again.
Tuesday, April 27 6:30-8:30 p.m. $7**
B110
PERENNIALS BY THE DOZEN
One Night Beverly VanNess
Perennials providing colorful blooms and beautiful foliage form the basis of a well planned landscape that recreates itself and evolves every year. This class will introduce you to a dozen of the easiest and most reliable perennial-flowering plants. Size of the garden, sun or shade, colors of plants and time you want to give, are some of the things you need to think about before starting a perennial garden. Preparation of beds, design, planting and maintenance will be included. Enjoy beautiful flowers from spring until the first frost of fall year after year. Join us!
Tuesday, March 16 7:00-9:00 p.m. $7**
B103
PLANTING FOR WILDLIFE
One Night Maureen McNamara Rice
Love birds and butterflies? Wondering why they never seem to drop by your yard in their fly-byes? Perhaps your yard isn’t attractive to them. Perhaps your yard isn’t attractive to them. Enjoy a lively discussion while learning what to plant where to make you yard a happy and loving environment for ‘nature’s jewels.”
Monday, April 12 7:00-8:30 p.m. $7**
B106
SIMPLE WEB SITE DESIGN
One Night Nancy Auspelmyer
Learn the basics of web site design and layout, and create your
own website. Bring some ideas you want to convey to your
cyber-audience. Basic computer skills recommended. Bring a
laptop.
Tuesday, April 13 6:00-9:00
p.m. $10**
B110
TACKLE THE PAPER
One
Night Jordana
Turcotte
Paper – Paper – Paper! From work, from school, from mail – dealing with it effectively is a monumental task! What does come in does have to be dealt with! If every horizontal surface is covered, if the bills are lost or not paid, if you can’t find things when you need them – this class is for you! Come and learn what to keep, what to throw out and then how to set up an effective system to manage everything that comes in the door!
Thursday, March 11 7:00-9:00 p.m. $7**
B108
THE HISTORY OF SARATOGA AND ITS SPRINGS: PART II
Two Nights Charlie Kuenzel/Dave Patterson
Join us for this short classroom overview and discover more about the history and geology of Saratoga Springs. The unique mineral springs found in Saratoga had a profound effect on the early development of the city of Saratoga. We will discuss the many aspects of the early springs from bottling to medicinal usage as well as provide new and additional information. The second night of class will consist of a walking tour of the many springs in the city and will be scheduled at a time, with input from the participants, still to be determined. Class size limited to 25.
Thursday, March 25 7:00-9:00 p.m. $12** B101
THE SPRING SPRUCE-UP
One Night Jordana Turcotte
Spring is here and it’s time to clear out and clean up! Come and learn the simple system of purging and organizing those large storage areas like the basement and garage. Get a detailed checklist for the whole year to keep your home in order. And then, take all those purged items and execute a successful and stress-free garage sale.
Tuesday, March 23 7:00-9:00 p.m. $7**
B109
THIS OLD BOOK
One Night Jeff Butler
The No. 1 best seller of all time – Translated into most every know language – A compilation of sixty-six separate works written over a span of three thousand years – Acclaimed as the most influential book in world history – The Bible. Participants in this two evening, facilitated discussion will consider the literary styles and the diversity of the authors. How the text has been preserved and translated, and the great number of versions in print today.
Tuesday, March 30 7:00-8:30 p.m. $7**
B110
TIPS AND TOOLS TO ORGANIZE YOUR KIDS AND THEIR “STUFF”
One Night Jordana Turcotte
Kids and their stuff -- you ask where do you start? This class will give you the tips and the tools to organize your kids and all their belongings. From general organizing tips to kid “hot spots” in the home such as the playroom, bedroom and entry area to all that school stuff including papers, schedules and artwork – learn how to organize it and manage it on a daily basis. Other topics such as chores’ Shoestring” ideas and photos will be covered.
Tuesday, February 23 7:00-9:00 p.m. $7**
B109
TOOLS AND HANG UPS!
One Night Maura Millar
Tired of having those draperies, shelving and pictures lining your floors instead of your walls? Have the tools to hang them, but just don’t know how? Empower yourself with a hands-on “tool school”. This is an intro class to learn how to use those basic tools in that toolbox. Also learn simple and savvy design tips as well as the art of wall hangings! You will now be able to call yourself a “Do-It-Yourselfer!”
Tuesday, February 23 6:30-8:30 p.m. $7**
B108
WALKING TOURS OF THE SARATOGA SPRINGS NEIGHBORHOODS
One
Night Paul McCarty
Join us for an architectural walking tour of the North Broadway and/or Union Avenue neighborhoods. Each tour will be $7. You will be notified of meeting location prior to the tour date.
Thursday, May 4 (North Broadway) and/or
Thursday, May 11 (Union Avenue) and/or
Thursday, May 18 (Franklin Square and Downtown)
4:30-6:00 p.m. $7** each
WHAT ARE YOUR COINS AND CURRENCY WORTH?
Two Nights Anthony Swiatek
Do you have any coins and currency in your dresser drawer, storage container of safe deposit box? Are you aware that your 2000 Sacagawea golden colored dollar could be worth $7500 to $67,000!!? Or that your Red Seal $100 bill is worth more than triple face value? Find out what your collection is truly worth. Become aware of how their state of preservation or condition, combined with supply and demand factors give the aforesaid their real value. Learn how to evaluate those television, radio and newspaper offerings which appear to promise you tremendous rarity, value and future potential – but may offer you a major disappointment after acquisition. So much more will be covered including numismatic history, stamps, etc. Free coin and currency giveaways for students. This course is being offered by Anthony J. Swiatek, MA, past 50th president of the American Numismatic Association and full-time professional numismatist since 1979. For further information he can be reached at www.anthonyjswiatek.com or uscoinguru@aol.com
Tuesday, February 23
and March 2 7:00-9:00 p.m. $12** B111