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notes cover artist what’s new Barney Levitt WHAT I DID THIS SUMMER… I’ve been creating pictures since I was old Two of our instructors had grand adventures and are back to share enough to grip a crayon and scribble on my their stories with you. Join them and feel like you were there too. parents’ walls. I was given my first oil set when I was 10, which set me on my destined HIKER Jim Klumpp has now achieved path to become a professional artist. After what many of us dream of: he’s hiked both graduating with a fine arts degree in draw- the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest ing and painting, I never looked back. Trail. Many NCE student hiking enthusi- asts and vicarious adventurers have seen I create my paintings layer by layer, his presentations of both hikes, but this fall capturing in detail every nuance of my subject. Much of my work he’ll compare and contrast them, with his is still life, as this affords total control. I like working with timeless usual humorous stories, breathtaking pho- objects that give a sense of nostalgia to the viewer. Old radios, tos, and personal charm. typewriters, and rusted antique tools are often my subject matter. I also play with humor in my work, and strive for a narrative that BIKER, (soap maker, gardener, and captures the viewer’s attention. chef) Jeff Klein was due for an adventure. I’ve been a member of the Newton Art Association for years and This time it was a bike ride from west to have participated in many of their group shows. I’ve had three solo east, starting in Anacortes, Washington on exhibitions at the Newton Free Library, and have had overwhelm- the Pacific coast, and finishing in our fair ingly positive responses from Newton residents. city here on the Atlantic, via the Northern route. Hear his stories, see his photos, and This painting, “Back To School”, was inspired by drawings by my also get tips on how to pack, plan, and avoid great nephews. It harkens back to the days when students might pitfalls on your great adventure. bring their teacher a shiny red apple at the start of school. This genre of trompe l’oeil has always fascinated me. Literally it means “fool the eye,” in that the painted 2-D surface appears to be 3-D. I’ve often VICARIOUS ADVENTURES used taped objects in my paintings and have seen viewers secretly Hiking the Appalachian and the Pacific Coast Trails with Jim (page 17) trying to peel the tape off the surface. Fool the eye indeed! Cycling Across the USA with Jeff (page 17) To see more of Barney’s work, visit barneylevitt.com. Fool the eye in Special Effects Workshop (page 8). Try something new in contact us Introduction to Abstract Painting with Cold Wax & Oil (page 6) or Comics for our mission Newton North High School Grownups (page 5). Room 101 Newton Community Education is 457 Walnut Street dedicated to your lifelong learning. Newtonville, MA 02460 We offer programs for everyone email: staff@newtoncommunityed.org fall special eager to explore—from toddlers to seniors—from Newton and beyond. Phone: 617-559-6999 Fax: 617-559-6998 GET YOUR ACT We are a self-sustaining arm of the Monday–Friday 8:30am–5pm Monday–Thursday 5–8pm when evening TOGETHER Newton Public Schools. When the school day ends, our classes begin, classes are in session at Newton North. Take the stage in Actors Studio, offering access to school facilities Newton South High School Satellite Office, Room 9208 now offered at more schools for community learning. We aim 140 Brandeis Road around Newton (page 49), or try to inspire or nurture your passion Newton Centre MA 02459 our new Improv class (page 52) with quality programs provided at Phone: 617-559-6508 and see if you can get a laugh. a reasonable cost. Monday–Thursday 5:30–8pm when evening classes are in session at Newton South. During the day by appointment only (617-559-6999). 2 617 559-6999
fall 2019 adult classes featured teacher Art & Photography.....................................5 JUANITA ALLEN KINGSLEY Business & Career.....................................43 I became a wilderness-certified Computers & Technology..........................44 EMT about 20 years ago. But Crafts.......................................................35 rather than working in the field, I used the training I received Dance & Fitness........................................19 English Language Learners (ELL)..............47 19 to create a menu of health and safety programs that I now Food & Drink............................................12 teach through NCE and for other GED / HiSET..............................................47 towns, businesses, and faith communities. Home & Garden........................................38 I’m intrigued by the idea that we can take just a few Languages.................................................9 hours and focus on one topic in a class of kids who Lifetime Learning.....................................32 don’t know each other at first. There’s a magic that Mind, Body, & Soul...................................22 happens as the group comes together, children Money & Real Estate................................40 28 share their own stories, and we learn from each other as much as from the material I am teaching. A Music & Theatre Arts................................28 childhood of living in several different countries has Online Learning.......................................46 made me sensitive to being the “new kid,” and I am Photography..............................................7 determined to make every child feel comfortable Recreation................................................15 in our classes. Whether it’s First Aid, Babysitting, or Writing, Speaking, & Literature................31 Home Alone Safety, our time together is separate from the competitiveness of academics, the rigors kids classes of athletics, and the scrutiny of social media; it’s All Kids Classes.........................................48 35 about life. Sports......................................................57 My philosophy has always been that we have a Driver’s Ed/College Prep...........................59 responsibility to take care of our own health and wellness and help others do the same. My programs Fall At a Glance ................................60 & 61 are my way of extending that practice to our community. We’re teaching health and wellness nuts & bolts when we learn how to avoid dehydration in a First General Info & Policies .............................62 Aid class or properly use a plunger in Home Alone Safety! These are skills we’ll have forever. Registration Form....................................63 Staff Picks..................................................4 48 NCE is an entrepreneur’s dream—top quality administrative back-up, incomparable marketing of the programs we offer, and great facilities in which TAKE ACTION to teach. My life is far richer for being a part of this If you’re super-excited about a class, sign up now. We decide if a class is running a week before it’s community treasure. start date, and no heroic act will save it once it’s gone. So bring a friend or group of friends, Meet Juanita and grab your spots now. Some classes Kids: Sign up for Babystting, CPR, or Home Alone Safety: See pages 52 & 55. fill faster than a speeding bullet; Adults: Sign up for First Aid for Grandparents. See page 28. don’t miss out. www.newtoncommunityed.org 3
staff picks Here are some of our favorite classes this fall and a little insight into why we picked them. FOR KIDS Robin’s picks Susan’s picks Lisa’s Picks Community Barn Dance Kickboxing & Pilates Animation Lab Jacob Bloom (page 15) Katina McClain (page 21) PokeGravy Studio/Alex Salsberg (page 49) I love a good square I’ve been a big fan of Pilates for the past Really I should dance. I also love few years and my back has never been say no more, meeting new people. better. But I know I need to up my car- and just send This class combines dio game. When I found out that Katina you to the two of my favorite could teach both Pilates AND Kickboxing PokeGravy things! At Forest Park for us, I thought: what a great combo! website. Alex Elementary School, Katina is a dancer with her own compa- Salsberg is a the biggest event when I was growing up ny; she is so fun and inspirational—she man of im- was the family square dance. I have the makes me think I could actually take both mense talent best memories of dancing with family, classes. Selfishly, I’ve organized them back (trust me on friends, and neighbors. What I like most to back. Want to join me to see if I make that, if you don’t about square dancing is that you con- it to the end of both? see it for yourself). I’m no artist, so I’m stantly move and learn new moves: do-si- just totally floored by his creativity. But do, see saw, and promenade too. Say hi to I know you kids have the talent, and I new friends as you star thru, circle right, know Alex will bring it out of you in this and swing your partner round and round! class. He’s got a very busy schedule and is not always available to teach for us, so I’m pretty psyched to offer his class to you Dog Care Basics this fall. Join us and animate anything! Charlotte McGowan (page 15) As my friends know, I’ve been looking for a dog for the longest time. But, how do I Intro to Programming: know which dog is right for our family? Salsa - Beginners and Scratch And, how do I take care of it properly, Beyond Beginners Circuit Lab staff (page 53) with grooming, training, and vaccinations Justin Weinstein (page 19) A great tech ven- to worry about? I’m excited to offer this When I was in my teens, I was compelled dor is hard to find. new class because I know Charlotte can to learn the waltz, foxtrot, cha cha, and So we’re pretty help me. She’s been a Senior Dog Show swing dances, and I was always the tall- lucky to have Judge of over 100 breeds, is a master with est girl in the room. This torture was to this partnership dogs, and wants to help new dog owners prepare me for the Washington Cotillion with Circuit Lab. care for their pets. Hear what Charlotte (long story for another time). Suffice to Their founder, has to say about what to do and not do say that I *hated* learning to dance and Jake Weisberg, when you care for your dog. dreaded the lessons. If ONLY I’d had a has been a science teacher like Justin. He’s fun. He has a lot educator for years and has offered a va- of energy. And he really knows how to riety of top notch classes at NCE. I’m so teach. This is not your dance class of old. pleased that he is now offering a Scratch You don’t even need a partner—come class, because Scratch, a game design pro- solo! You’ll love Salsa; you’ll have a terrif- gram created at MIT, is still where it’s at ic time, and do a lot of dancing! for beginner programmers. We’re offering it at lots of schools this fall. 4 617 559-6999
Art & Photography Botanical Drawing New Art & Photography Paola Page, Instructor Comics for Grownups See the world in a new light and then draw Basic Drawing Zoe (Mosesian Center for the Arts) Schein, Instructor it. Botanical drawing is the art of careful Comics can be serious business! Or sil- Gary Tucker, Instructor observation inspired by the natural world ly—your choice. In this class you’ll learn to Learn to draw, and you’ll have a great foun- around us. We’ll use flowers, leaves, seed create dynamic, engaging comics through dation to pursue painting, illustration, web pods, and other organic objects as our sub- the study of figure, environmental drawing, design, animation, and more. Drawing is ject matter. You’ll work on strengthening layout design, and other essential elements the most accessible form of visual art; it can your powers of observation, and develop of visual storytelling. We’ll explore strate- be gratifying and challenging. In this class, drawing skills to render shape, texture, size, gies for creating characters, drawings, and you’ll learn to see the world around us and and proportion with greater confidence. By expressions to communicate a narrative and interpret it your own way. Our instructor the end of class, you’ll have a small portfolio emotion. You’ll frame scenes and design will provide demonstrations and exercises of drawings as fine art or use as a basis for a pages to create compelling graphics; we’ll in basic design, using line, contour, shape, continued edition of prints. All levels, new analyze professional comics to learn from texture, composition, shadow, and light. and returning students welcome. the greats, and use that knowledge to build Each week you’ll work from a different still A materials list will be emailed. comics from thumbnails to complete inked life. In addition, there will be homework A144-F19 $225 and colored pages. True or invented, silly or assignments and weekly critiques. New and 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm sad, join us and get the tools you need to tell returning students welcome. September 18–November 13 your stories through comics. No prior draw- Bring a $5 materials fee payable to the instructor, ing experience required. No class October 9 and a 9 x12 sketchbook, kneaded eraser, 2B, 4B, A materials list will be emailed. and 6B pencils, and a pencil sharpener. A100-F19 $169 Portrait Drawing A763-F19 $199 4 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm Jack Neylan, Instructor 8 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm October 22–November 12 What makes a great portrait? Learn tech- September 16–November 25 niques to create portraits of your own de- No class Sept 30, Oct 14, & Nov 11 sign as we focus on capturing expressions Sargent’s Method of Drawing through drawing. We’ll examine famous for Beginners and contemporary examples of portraiture, Jack Neylan, Instructor always pursuing the question of what makes John Singer Sargent’s paintings are world-re- a portrait great. You will learn how to strive nowned for their technique and beauty. for photographic realism and impressionis- However, during his lifetime as an artist tic likeness that captures a person’s unique and teacher, Sargent spent much of his time character in your drawings. Mediums drawing. Sargent saw drawing not only as explored in class include graphite and char- a valid medium in its own right, but as the coal. fundamental medium for any artist. Learn Bring a drawing pad and graphite pencil. Sargent’s techniques for drawing in both Additional materials will be discussed in class. graphite and charcoal. You’ll begin with A725-F19 $115 recreating his drawings and then gradually 4 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7:30–9pm work towards creating your own work uti- lizing his methods. September 17–October 15 No class October 8 Bring graphite pencils, charcoal pencils, and an 18x24 drawing pad to class. A141-F19 $175 7 Mondays @ Newton South 7–9pm ime September 16–November 18 yt Da No class Sept 30, Oct 14 & Nov 11 DAYTIME! Look for this icon for classes that run during the day at various locations around town. www.newtoncommunityed.org 5
Art & Photography Painting for Beginners Abstract Painting: Materials List Jack Neylan, Instructor Beginner to Beyond For most art classes you will need to Oil paint is a fluid medium; the paint is slow Paola Page, Instructor purchase materials before the start of to dry and easy to blend, so you can make Take inspiration from artists such class. Check your course listing on our changes as your work evolves. In this class as Matisse, Kandinsky, de Kooning, website for specifics. you’ll learn the basic color wheel and how to Frankenthaler, and Rothko. Explore abstract properly mix paints. Starting with still-life concepts and experiment with color, shape, painting, moving to abstract, and working texture, and line, as you paint with acrylics Watercolor Painting: Beginner towards live-model painting, you’ll develop and learn about the various processes of new skills and gain a solid understanding contemporary painting. Class time will cov- Jack Neylan, Instructor of this medium. We’ll use linseed oils and er individual interpretation, group critiques, Experience the joy of watercolor on paper. stand oils as you explore on canvas, linen, and contemporary art discourse. New and We’ll explore the fundamentals and surpris- and wood, and you’ll learn the proper pre- returning students of all levels welcome. es of painting with watercolors as well as the cautions when using turpentine mixes. All Materials list is available online. For questions variety of techniques. Through instructor levels welcome. Acrylic painters are wel- email paolapage6@gmail.com. demonstrations and a series of painting come too. exercises, you’ll develop your own style as A131-F19 $245 Bring a small cotton canvas, paint brush and a you become more comfortable painting selection of paints. Other materials will be dis- 7 Mondays @ Newton North 6:30–9:30pm with this media. Classes will emphasize per- cussed in class. September 16–November 18 sonal expression in a creative and relaxed No class Sept 30, Oct 14, & Nov 11 environment. We’ll review artwork in class A290-F19 $179 and engage in critiques. New and returning 7 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm We’ve started to become a students welcome. September 18–November 6 community of repeat students Bring a $7 fee for still-life setups payable to the No class October 9 which is fun and supportive. instructor in class. Required materials list is I’ve also moved further with painting available online. New and feel like I’m getting a good A450-F19 $199 experience. Introduction to Abstract 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm Painting with Cold Wax & Oil September 19–November 7 Impressionist Painting Deborah Perugi, Instructor Zhanna Cantor, Instructor Learn to paint with cold wax—the “cool” If you’re inspired by impressionist artists Advancing with Watercolors new alternative to traditional oil painting. It’s like Monet, Renoir, and Pissarro, join us for Gary Tucker, Instructor fast-drying, easier to use, and less costly than this studio class. As these artists did, we’ll If you have some prior experience with oil alone. The painting mixture is applied to a focus on how light affects color and form. watercolor and drawing and wish to further wood board with rubber spatulas and palette After a short demonstration to get you start- develop as a watercolorist, join us. You’ll knives, and it can easily be incised with tools ed, you’ll work independently, painting in learn design, composition, and watercol- later. In this class you’ll make three or more oil or acrylic from a picture of your choice. or technique through a series of weekly paintings. We’ll discuss design, value, and Our instructor will provide individual guid- projects. The projects will be supported by color while working in a relaxed and creative ance to help you with composition, value tutorials, short videos, and other teaching environment. Join us and enjoy the sense of adjustment, and color mixing techniques. materials. Class time will include demon- play and creative growth that this medium You’ll work at your own pace, developing strations, a review of homework, and time offers. Beginners welcome. your own style. At the last class we’ll share for practice. Classes will foster personal ex- Bring a $5 fee payable to the instructor for wax. our accomplishments with an informal dis- pression in a creative and relaxed environ- Also bring three cradle boards with a dry layer of play of our work. All levels welcome. ment. New and returning students welcome. gesso, oil paint, and favorite mark-making sup- plies. A full materials list will be emailed. See online class listing for a full materials list. Required materials list is available online. A154-F19 $159 A149-F19 $199 A563-F19 $199 8 Mondays @ Newton North 7–9pm 5 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm September 16–November 25 October 21–November 25 October 23–November 13 No class Sept 30, Oct 14, & Nov 11 No class November 11 6 617 559-6999
Art & Photography Landscape Painting Digital Photography: Photography Beyond Beginner Zhanna Cantor, Instructor Let nature inspire you as you learn to paint Julie Williams-Krishnan, Instructor landscapes. Working from pictures of open Digital Photography: Using Learn to operate your camera in semi-auto- fields, sea, rocks, and/or woods, you’ll create Any Smartphone or Tablet matic and manual modes and create sharp, original paintings in acrylic or oil. Our in- Jason Rich, Instructor high-quality images with the appropriate structor will provide a short demonstration Learn to take professional-quality, depth of field. You’ll discover how to choose to get you started, and individual guidance eye-catching photos using the camera built the right combination of shutter speed, aper- to help you with composition, value adjust- into your smartphone or tablet. Get tips for ture, and ISO as we examine how to use light ment, and color mixing techniques through- taking better photos in any situation. Then, in challenging situations and create interest- out your painting process. You’ll work at learn to edit, enhance, print, share, and ing photos. Other technical aspects will be your own pace and develop your own style. organize your photos using your device, as addressed including exposure compensation, At the last class we’ll share our accomplish- well as third-party photography apps and light metering, and autofocus. We’ll also ments with an informal display of our work. services. This class is designed for amateur discuss how to best compose images for max- This is a studio class; all levels welcome. level, non-tech savvy people who want to imum artistic effect. The emphasis will be on Bring a pencil; acrylic or oil paints (acrylic is take better photos using a mobile device. outdoor photography; there will be plenty of recommended for beginners); three or more flat Bring your smartphone or tablet to class if you’d opportunity to present your photography for brushes (1/4”, 1/2”, and 1-1/2”); either acrylic like, but it is not required. group critique and analysis. Prerequisite: our paper, canvas board, or stretched canvas; a pallet; beginner digital photography class or compa- and a jar for water (for acrylic) or turpentine (for A138-F19 $45 rable experience. oil paints). See online class listing for full mate- Thursday October 24 @ Newton South 7–9pm Bring your fully-charged digital SLR camera with rials list. its manual. A152-F19 $199 Photography for Beginners A216-F19 $149 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm Julie Williams-Krishnan, Instructor 5 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm September 18–November 13 If you’re just getting to know your digital October 21–November 25 No class October 9 camera and its features, take this opportunity No class November 11 to learn from an expert. Learn how and when to use your camera’s special settings such as program and manual modes, aperture, Intermediate-Advanced and shutter priority. We’ll also discuss basic Digital Photography composition and how to best use light for Danielle Larosee, Instructor different situations, such as shooting plants, Start taking pictures like a true visual story- people, extreme close-ups, and landscapes. teller. Through exercises in light, color, and Bring your fully-charged camera and one or two composition, you’ll learn various methods of your prints to share with the class. to improve your shooting techniques. We’ll A381-F19 $99 review individual images, as well as bodies of work by contemporary photographers. 3 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm We’ll also break into teams for group photo September 16–October 7 shoots, and critique and fine-tune our proj- No class September 30 ects as we evaluate what makes a successful image. Expect homework so you can prac- tice what you learn in class. Plan to finish this course with a compilation of photo- graphs and a greater understanding of this art form. Basic knowledge of your camera including use of shutter speeds, aperture, and ISO is recommended. Bring your fully-charged camera, and a $5 still life fee payable to the instructor in class. A167-F19 $125 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm October 15–November 12 www.newtoncommunityed.org 7
Art & Photography New Landscape Photography Workshop Digital Photography: Inspiration & The Creative Danielle Larosee, Instructor Process The best way to capture the beauty of the outdoors is with your camera. Explore the Julie Williams-Krishnan, Instructor basics of landscape photography in this Explore the world around you through hands-on workshop. We’ll discuss shooting your camera. Use it to focus on what you techniques—the use of angles, light, shad- notice—light, nature, whatever moves you. ow, and subject—and apply these skills in Each class will include examples of different the field to produce photos that tell a story. photographic genres, hands-on shooting There will be instructor presentations and time, and constructive advice and feedback. homework assignments to guide your work You’ll learn basic principles of photography, outside of class, along with in-class critiques Special Effects Workshop but we’ll focus more on inspiration and the to review your photos. In our last class, Danielle Larosee, Instructor creative process. Assignments will include we’ll have a slideshow of student work. All Inspire double takes with your photographic a visual conversation with an artist you ad- levels welcome. images, just by applying cool special effects. mire,making portraits of yourself and oth- Learn how to star the sun, create panoram- Any type of camera is suitable for this class. Bring ers, shooting still-life or constructed images, your fully-charged camera. ics, and add depth to your landscapes by using words to inspire imagery, and doing adjusting the aperture. Discover different some night photography. We’ll end the A146-F19 $99 techniques for zooming and how to use var- course with a digital display of our work. 3 Mondays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm ious filters, and learn to control motion with Bring the best digital camera you have, one with October 7–28 shutter speeds. With nothing more than a viewfinder is preferable, but an iPhone or a No class October 14 the equipment you already have and a little digital SLR camera with just a manual setting is imagination, you can create great effects to okay too. Bring a journal, and a way to download Macro Photography enhance your photos. your images. If you have a computer with soft- ware such as Lightroom for editing images, bring Danielle Larosee, Instructor Bring your camera and lenses to class. that, too. Winter, spring, summer, or fall, macro A153-F19 $79 A164-F19 $199 photography opens the door to an exciting 2 Mondays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm world of photo opportunities. The close-up September 16 & 23 September 18–November 13 world is a magical place full of pattern, col- or, and imagery—flowers become abstract No class October 9 works of art, rusty doors become textured canvasses, stones become polished gems, and butterflies and other insects can become sci-fi monsters. Join us and learn different ways to use your camera gear to take spec- tacular macro photographs. Bring a $5 still life fee payable to the instructor in class. Bring your digital camera, its manual, and any macro equipment you may own. Bring photos you’d like to share for Q&A. A113-F19 $79 2 Mondays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm November 4 & 18 No class November 11 8 617 559-6999
Languages Spanish: Intermediate Spanish: Advanced I Languages Soledad Phelan, Instructor Cecilia McIsaac, Instructor Sharpen your writing and speaking skills Increase your conversational skills by Not sure what level language class to take? Call us at while you improve your vocabulary. You’ll practicing the language through readings 617-559-6999 or email staff@newtoncommunityed.org. learn about conditional, progressive, and and discussions of news articles and cur- compound tenses; adjectives; and adverbs rent events. This class will be conducted plus more. Prerequisite: our Spanish: Beyond mostly in Spanish; we’ll review tenses, the Spanish: Beginner Beginner classes, or comparable experience. comparison of adjectives and adverbs; the Soledad Phelan, Instructor Required textbook is the most recent edition of imperative (command) form, the formal ¿Habla usted Español? If you don’t Practical Spanish by Prado. and informal of regular and irregular verbs, speak Spanish, here’s your chance to learn the passive voice, prepositions por and para the United States’ second most spoken L114-F19 $165 and much more. No textbook required. language. We’ll emphasize basic speech pat- 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7:30–9pm Prerequisite: our Spanish: Intermediate class terns and vocabulary, and you’ll learn sim- September 17–November 12 or comparable experience. ple grammar and idioms through question No class October 8 and answer drills and conversation. L589-F19 $199 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm Required textbook is Practical Spanish Grammar by Prado, 2nd edition. September 19–November 7 ime yt L210-F19-1 $155 Da 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math French: Beginner 10–11:15am Susan Tessier, Instructor September 19–November 7 Through conversation and written exercises, L210-F19-2 $159 you’ll learn about French culture as well as pronunciation, vocabulary, basic grammar, 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6–7:30pm and verb tenses. Emphasis will be on use- September 17–November 12 ful, everyday words and phrases, including No class October 8 greetings, time, weather, travel, and food. ime yt This class is for beginners or those who wish Da Spanish: to review the fundamentals. Beyond Beginner The textbook is Ultimate French: Beginner- Soledad Phelan, Instructor Intermediate, by Heminway. You’ve passed through Beginner Spanish L102-F19 $159 and are ready to learn about conditional, 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm progressive, and compound tenses, adjec- September 18–November 20 tives, adverbs and more. You’ll sharpen No class Oct 9 & 23 your conversational, writing, and speaking skills while you improve your vocabulary. Prerequisite: our Spanish: Beginner classes, or comparable experience. Required textbook is Practical Spanish Grammar by Prado, 2nd edition. L212-F19 $155 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 11:15am–12:30pm September 19–November 7 A Big Thank You... to the Russian School of Math for opening up its doors to us. We couldn’t run our Thursday daytime classes without them. www.newtoncommunityed.org 9
Languages ime ime yt yt Da French: Beginner II Bon Voyage: French Conversation & Da Phil Kaplan, Instructor Intermediate French Cooking If you are new to the language, or & Beyond Phil Kaplan, Instructor want to continue your beginner studies, this Lionel Claris, Instructor Sharpen your French speaking skills and is the French class for you. Through con- Bonjour! Brush up on your French for your explore the art of French cuisine in this versation and written exercises, you’ll learn trip abroad or just for fun. Gain confidence conversational class for lovers of French about French culture as well as pronuncia- in your speaking skills as you learn to use cooking. You’ll get step-by-step instructions tion, vocabulary, basic grammar, and verb simple, elegant, conversational French ef- on preparing the classics of the French ta- tenses. Emphasis will be on useful, everyday fectively. Instead of learning rules with a ble—coq au vin, vol au vent, steak tartare, words and phrases, including greetings, textbook, we’ll focus on becoming confident bouillabaisse, ratatouille, and more. You’ll time, weather, travel, and food. This class is speakers through a combination of oral- learn the nomenclatures for all of the in- for beginners or those who wish to review ly-applied grammar and spaced repetitions gredients, the kitchenware, and the cooking the fundamentals. to boost your recall. You’ll also learn proper methods and processes. We’ll also share The textbook is Ultimate French: Beginner- pronunciation through reading and speak- recommendations for how to find the best Intermediate, by Heminway. ing. Course materials will be available on- ingredients locally. This is a demonstration L223-F19 $155 line as a resource. Prerequisite: our Beyond class only. This course will be taught entirely Beginner class, or comparable experience. in French; join us if you’re a beyond begin- 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math ner to intermediate-level French language 11:15am–12:30pm L244-F19 $189 and culture enthusiast. September 19–November 7 8 Mondays @ United Methodist Church 10:30am–12:30pm L136-F19 $149 September 16–November 25 7 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm French: Beyond Beginner September 17–November 5 No class Sept 30, Oct 14, & Nov 11 Phil Kaplan, Instructor No class October 8 Improve your French as you gain exposure The instructor was very to the language through conversation and charismatic and the class in-class written exercises. We’ll expand your French: Advanced discussions were very vocabulary and introduce new verb tenses. Conversation entertaining. You’ll also learn about the culture as well as Lionel Claris, Instructor pronunciation and grammar. Emphasis will This course is for those interested in becom- French: Intermediate be on useful, everyday words and phrases, ing more fluent. If you already have a decent including greetings, time, weather, travel, Phil Kaplan, Instructor knowledge of French and want to commu- food and more. English will be used only If you have some basic knowledge of nicate your love of France and the language when necessary. Prerequisite: our French: French—salutations, present tense verbs, with others, come share your thoughts and Beginner class, or comparable experience. and descriptive adjectives—continue to observations with us as we discuss French Bring a Pocket Book of French Verbs and a copy a develop your skills. Through conversations culture, politics, and the media in general. copy of Ultimate French: Beginner-Intermediate, and written exercises, you’ll learn more Conducted entirely in French, this class will by Heminway. about French culture and pronunciation, include articles, impassioned discussions, vocabulary, basic grammar, and verb tens- and exercises to help build your vocabu- L230-F19 $149 es. Emphasis will be placed on review and 7 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm lary and strengthen your understanding of expansion of useful, everyday phrases. grammar. Conversations will center around September 18–November 6 Prerequisite: our French: Beyond Beginner class interests and we’ll tackle themes such No class October 9 class, or comparable experience. as current events, politics, food, work, trav- Bring a Pocket Book of French Verbs and a copy el, family, and more. New and returning of Ultimate French: Beginner-Intermediate, students welcome. by Heminway. L129-F19 $159 L109-F19 $149 8 Mondays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm 7 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm September 16–November 25 September 18–November 6 No class Sept 30, Oct 14, & Nov 11 No class October 9 10 617 559-6999
Languages New Italian: Italian: Advanced Beyond Beginner Romina Crociani, Instructor Traveler’s Italian Romina Crociani & Paola Rossi, Instructors Join us for this stimulating discussion-based Massimo Laurora, Instructor Continuamo a divertirci in Italiano! Let’s round table, conducted entirely in Italiano. This course is for those who have no previous continue to have fun with Italian! Using a Our native Italian instructor will discuss cur- knowledge of Italian and want to learn some communicative and inductive approach, rent events, literature, culture, travel, art, mu- useful phrases and cultural know-how for an you’ll further develop your language skills sic, cooking, and much more. For this class, upcoming trip—or just for fun. Participation through readings and conversations. you should have a strong working knowledge is a must, so be ready to engage with the Prerequisite: our Italian: Beginner class or of Italian basic conversation and grammar class. Each week, you’ll learn some basic comparable experience. (verb tenses, pronouns, and a strong vocabu- travel terms and vocabulary, and also gain an The required books are Italian Made Simple, by lary) and the ability to read the language well, understanding of Italian culture. Cristina Mazzoni, and an Italian dictionary. so we can strictly focus on your speaking Required textbook is Conversational Italian in skills. Prerequisite: our Italian: Intermediate Seven Days, by Baldwin & Boas. L110-F19-1 $155 (Rossi) yt ime class or comparable experience. New and Da L989-F19 $149 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math returning students welcome. 11:15am–12:30pm 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm Bring an Italian dictionary. September 26–November 14 October 15–November 12 L101-F19 $159 L110-F19-2 $159 (Crociani) 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:15–8:45pm 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm Italian: Beginner September 17–November 12 September 19–November 7 Romina Crociani & Paola Rossi, Instructors No class October 8 Whether you’re going to Italy or just want to Mandarin Chinese: understand some delightful phrases, come Beginner & Beyond study this lively and expressive language. Italian: Intermediate Lei Reilley, Instructor You’ll learn basic grammar concepts and Romina Crociani, Instructor Spoken by one out of every five people in idiomatic expressions while developing your If you understand the basics of Italian the world, Mandarin Chinese is a major vocabulary and writing skills. Participation grammar and have developed your reading world language. We’ll emphasize conver- is a must, so be ready to have some fun. comprehension skills, this class will help sation, focusing on social situations and The required books are Italian Made Simple by increase your knowledge of the language. activities such as dining out, shopping, and Cristina Mazzoni, and an Italian dictionary. Through lectures and in-class exercises, we’ll planning a trip. We’ll practice listening, practice vocabulary, tenses, and expressions, L103-F19-1 $155 (Rossi) yt ime speaking, reading, and pronunciation. Our and discuss topics of your choice. We’ll also Da 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math instructor will also introduce the culture, study short texts that will expose you to 10–11:15am traditions, philosophy, and history that Italian society and culture. Ciao. A presto! September 26–November 14 serve as keys to understanding the language. Prerequisite: our Italian: Beyond Beginner L103-F19-2 $159 (Crociani) class or comparable experience. The required textbook is Beginner’s Chinese (with 2 audio CDs), by Yong Ho. 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm Bring an Italian dictionary. Additional text will September 17–November 12 be discussed in class. L120-F19 $149 No class October 8 L310-F19 $159 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm 8 Mondays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm September 19–November 7 September 16–November 25 No class Sept 30, Oct 14, & Nov 11 See a class you like? Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Register early so you don’t miss out! www.newtoncommunityed.org 11
Food & Drink American Sign Language Help make NCE classes for Beginners Food & Drink affordable for everyone! Colleen McGilpin, Instructor Give to our scholarship fund. Speak with your hands! If you like learn- Sharpen Your Knife Skills See our website or the registration ing languages, you’ll love American Sign Robin Kalis, Instructor form on the back of this catalog, Language. ASL is a common language From dicing to chopping, this hands-on or call us for details. among deaf people. It’s different from any class is designed to help you become other language you may have been exposed a faster, more efficient cook. We won’t to: you use your hands, combined with fa- debone a chicken or make fancy garnishes, cial expressions and body postures, to com- but we will review techniques, practice dif- Conversational Japanese municate. Join us for an introduction to its ferent cutting methods, such as julienne, Ririko Hayashi, Instructor concepts, and learn the basics of conversa- chiffonade, and others, and you’ll learn Learn Japanese for travel or just for fun. tional ASL. We’ll also discuss current issues how to properly use a chef ’s knife with Contrary to what you might think, it’s easy in Deaf culture. If you’re fascinated by this maximum efficiency. Then, we’ll make a to master the essentials of the language. In language, or just want to learn to sign, this is salsa with your newly learned skills. this online class taught by a native Japanese the class for you. A $15 food fee is payable to the instructor at the instructor, you’ll learn useful phrases and L599-F19 $125 beginning of class. Bring a large mixing bowl, specific vocabulary words geared towards cutting board, large knife (6-8”), and a contain- 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–7pm er for your salsa. travel; you’ll also get tips on Japanese cul- ture. We’ll practice with drills, interactive September 18–November 13 F103-F19 $75 exercises, and dialogue. We’ll use audio aids No class October 9 Tuesday September 24 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm and Japanese words written in the English alphabet to assist you—through this method Speed Spanish you can learn the letter system, one of the New Dan Mikels, Instructor biggest challenges for beginning Japanese Canning Your Harvest Our online classes are unlike any other language learners. Spanish classes you have ever taken. You’ll Anna (Babbette) Wils, Instructor This is an online class. See online listing for the see words, hear them pronounced properly, Store your garden’s bounty. Canning is course syllabus and more information. and have plenty of opportunities to practice easy—once you get the knack of it, you L250-F19-O $125 your pronunciation. Then, you’ll learn sev- can can with confidence. Join us to learn 6 week online class eral clever recipes that you can use to glue the basics of canning; get guidelines to September 11–November 1 the words together into sentences. Continue make sure your food does not spoil, using with the advanced levels to reinforce your basic equipment you may already have learning, whether you’re taking it online or in your kitchen or can easily purchase. in-person. In no time at all, you’ll be able to We’ll can tomatoes for sauces and soups go into any Spanish-speaking situation and and make a fruit preserve to put on toast converse. ¡Qué Bueno! or desserts. From there you can expand This is an online class. See online listing for the your canning at home to other fruits and course syllabus and more information. vegetables and make salsas, sauces, pickles L132-F19-O $125 (I) or more preserves. In this hands-on class, you’ll be cutting, stirring, pouring, and L133-F19-O $125 (II) cooling. You’ll take home a can of toma- L135-F19-O $125 (III) toes and a can of preserves. 6 week online class A $20 materials fee is payable to the instructor September 11–November 1 in class. F422-F19 $49 Wednesday September 25 @ Newton South 6:30–9:30pm 12 617 559-6999
Food & Drink New New New Fresh Eats Year-Round A Taste of Thai Straight From India Anna (Babbette) Wils, Instructor Roberta Hing, Instructor Street Food Enjoy food from the farm all year. If you Explore fresh interpretations of traditional Shruti Mehta, Instructor grow your own produce or purchase it at a Thai recipes. We’ll make a full Thai meal, Close your eyes and imagine you are on a farmer’s market, there’s no need to experi- starting with a warming and colorful Thai crowded street in Mumbai, enveloped by ence that end-of-summer let-down; you can Coconut soup, followed by an authentic sweet, spicy, pungent, and flavorful aromas extend your fresh-eating season. Discover Pad Thai, and finishing with a simple and wafting through the air. This is the Indian a variety of approaches to eating local be- refreshing mango ice cream. You’ll learn fast food scene: every street is filled with yond the traditional summer months. We’ll about the aromatic herbs and spices that small vendors selling savory dishes prepared discuss specific options in the Boston area, contribute to Thai cuisine’s unique and on site. There are no table and chairs, you including extending your garden’s harvest delicious flavors, and you’ll be able to are expected to stand on the street and eat. into late fall and early spring (without a replicate all our recipes at home. At the Together we’ll enjoy a sampling of the foods greenhouse); where to buy local foods all end of the class, we’ll enjoy the meal we’ve sold by the beaches in Bombay or movie year; and putting up some of the summer prepared together. theatres of Delhi—you have not experi- bounty by freezing, canning, and drying. Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor enced the true taste of India until you have How much more can you eat locally? Join in class. eaten these delicious roadside snacks and us to find out. fast food. Possible recipes include Indian F921-F19 $49 F577-F19 $39 burritos like Kati rolls, Indian-style paninis Thursday September 26 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm or sandwiches, Chana-Bhatura, spinach pa- Wednesday October 16 @ Newton South 7–9pm pre-chaat (crispy spinach fritters with sweet Exotic Foods of India and minty chutneys), and of course some- Salmon Five Ways Shruti Mehta, Instructor thing fried such as samosas. Jeff Klein, Instructor Please your palate with Indian food, the cui- Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor. Salmon, paired with greens and some white sine that spans from simple, to rich and ex- F275-F19 $59 wine, is a perfect meal. But, how do you otic; is eaten by the poor and elite alike; and Tuesday September 17 @ Newton South 6–9pm prepare it—broil, grill, bake, or fry? Learn is beloved by the British, who have claimed five different recipes for salmon, all of which some Indian dishes for their national cui- I’ve taken several courses with are straightforward, and all of which are sine. We’ll enjoy flavors popular and known Shruti. She is an excellent delicious! We’ll roast, pan sear, and broil our to some of the most remote regions in India. cook and teacher who takes fish. Recipes will include basic lemon-pep- You’ll learn to make Navaratna curry (nine the time to explain exotic ingredients per salmon, a sesame ginger tahini rub, and jeweled curry with nuts, vegetables, and and how they are used in India. I look other breaded and spiced recipes. You’ll fruit, with a rich and creamy spiced sauce), forward to her classes and spending learn safe handling techniques, ways to tell Gajar Halwa (a dessert made out of shred- time with her! when your fish is done, and a few tasty rubs ded carrots cooked with milk, almonds that can double as salad dressings. You’ll and cardamom), Saffron rice with coconut also get tips on simple vegetable pairings to milk, and Panchkuti dal (five different dals serve with your meal. or pulses, cooked with ginger, garlic chilies Bring $20 food fee and a few containers to bring and garam masala). Bring your appetite and home your leftovers. explore this rich cuisine with us. F654-F19 $55 Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor. Thursday November 7 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm F136-F19 $59 Thursday October 24 @ Newton South 6–9pm www.newtoncommunityed.org 13
Food & Drink ime ime yt yt Fabuleux French Macarons Da New New Da Chinatown Food Tour Fenway Fun Facts Jeff Klein, Instructor & Food Tour From Paris to Boston, macarons are de- Roberta Hing, Instructor lighting the dessert world. These colorful, Explore Chinatown with an expert guide. Off The Beaten Path Food Tours Tour Guide, Instructor delicate confectioneries make the perfect Boston’s Chinatown is filled with so many Fine food in Fenway? You bet! Not just for accompaniment to afternoon tea or a sweet little shops and restaurants—it’s easy to get baseball anymore, the Fenway neighbor- ending to any meal. Learn to make the lost amid its colorful window displays and hood food scene has exploded in the past meringue-based shells and fill them with a enticing aromas. Our journey begins in the few years. We’ll visit a variety of iconic variety of sweet fillings including chocolate heart of Chinatown, where we’ll learn about restaurants near Fenway Park, sampling ganache, and vanilla buttercream. You will its history while stopping at a few shops good ol’ American ballpark eats, New be sure to impress your friends with these and bakeries for samples. Next we’ll visit a England specialties, and treats like sliders fancy sandwich cookies. Chinese herbal shop to examine traditional and brown butter ice cream. Along the Bring a $25 fee payable to the instructor in class. Chinese medicinal remedies. We’ll enjoy a way, you’ll learn fun facts about the famous This class is mostly demonstration with some traditional dim sum lunch at a restaurant Citgo sign and the Green Monster too, and hands-on experience. that’s popular among locals—an experience if you’re over 21 can try some craft and local not to be missed. (Dim sum dishes often con- beer. Fenway will never seem the same once F855-F19 $59 tain pork or shrimp, and they are not gluten you’ve joined us for this tour. Monday November 18 @ Newton South 6–9pm free.) Finally, we’ll conclude our tour at a Meeting spot will be emailed to registered students. Chinese market, where we’ll explore exotic New produce and other unique offerings. Join us F653-F19 $79 on this culinary and cultural adventure. Saturday September 21 @ Boston 10am–1pm Two Pies One Night We will walk rain or shine. Location will be Jeff Klein, Instructor ime emailed to registered students. yt Everybody loves pie, but not everyone Harvard Square Da Chocolate Tour can bake a perfect one. But with this class, F280-F19 $75 you’ll become a star pie maker in just three Sunday October 6 @ Boston 11am–1:30pm Off The Beaten Path Food Tours hours! Even total pie novices will come Tour Guide, Instructor away with all the knowledge they need to Kendall Square Food Tour Join us for a delectable adventure through nail Thanksgiving dessert. Learn the funda- historical Harvard Square. Hear interesting mentals of pie baking: from perfect buttery Off The Beaten Path Food Tours Tour Guide, Instructor stories about the Square, learn fun facts crust to fillings to delicious sugar-crumbled Kendall Square is the hub of innovation. about chocolate, and sample the best choco- It’s home to MIT, Cambridge Innovation toppings. We’ll bake two kinds of pie from laty treats around. Harvard Square, famous scratch in class: apple and pecan; we’ll Center, groundbreaking biotech and phar- for its namesake university, has a flourishing ma companies, and fabulous food. It’s also incorporate lattice work and vents in the food scene with some of most unique food crust, and brush our pies with egg and sugar scenically situated right near the Charles in the city. We’ll make four to six stops with River. On this exciting tour we’ll sample to make them shine like the mouth-water- plenty of treats and less than a mile of walk- ing ones displayed in bakery windows. diverse modern cuisine at some of the ing. This tour is lactose-intolerant friendly. city’s most impressive and beautiful restau- Bring a $25 food fee payable to the instructor. Location will be emailed. Walking and eating in Also bring a large mixing bowl, containers to rants. We’ll learn about local history, food rain or shine. carry pies home, and a pie pan if you have one. science, and innovation as we walk the Entrepreneurial Walk of Fame, explore a F273-F19 $55 F600-F19 $59 rooftop garden, and more. We’ll top off the Saturday October 12 @ Cambridge 2–3:30pm Thursday November 14 @ Newton South 6–9pm day with a specialty cocktail and a yummy, creative dessert. Location will be emailed to registered students. Walking rain or shine. Dress accordingly. Please Give the Gift of Learning show up to the meeting spot 10-15 minutes early Stumped for the perfect gift? Treat to check in with the guide. a friend or family member to an F451-F19 $79 NCE class so they can do what Saturday October 26 @ Cambridge 2–5pm they love or learn something new. We have gift certificates in any amount you choose. 14 617 559-6999
Recreation New New Recreation Good, Better, Best Buttercream Gobble It Up: Cake Decorating Sandra Frezza, Instructor Sandra Frezza, Instructor New Hey bakers: American buttercream is not Master the art of cake decorating in time the be-all end-all! Make a variety of butter- for Thanksgiving. You’ll get step-by step Community Barn Dance— creams in this all-about-frosting class. We’ll instructions to make perfect buttercream Yee-haw! master the familiar American buttercream, frosting as you level, fill, and frost; learn Jacob Bloom, Caller combining butter, confectioners sugar, and techniques to create a whimsical turkey Yee-haw! Grab your partner or, why not, flavored extracts; get an introduction to on your cake, embellished with stars and bring your whole block, and dance for the Swiss meringue buttercream, which has a ruffles; and get tips on how to hold the fun of it! Learn traditional line and square much fluffier consistency and is prepared decorating bag to apply the right amount of dances that keep everyone moving. You by cooking granulated sugar and egg whites pressure while piping. Bring a single-layer don’t need to be a dance pro—our dances with extracts; and try Italian meringue cake (six- or seven-inch round, two-three involve just simple, repetitive moves in buttercream, which is even fluffier than its inches in height), a cake carrier or box to interesting combinations, to delightful, Swiss counterpart, and is made with egg transport your finished product, and an toe-tapping music. All ages and levels are whites beaten and added to cooked sugar, apron. Frosting, supplies, and handouts welcome; we’ll all dance together and our water, and extracts. We’ll make all three in provided. You’ll take home decorating tools, caller will teach you everything you need to class; you’ll sample each one, and take home plus your beautiful cake creation. know. Wear comfortable clothing and come all the recipes, instructions, and samples. Bring a $20 materials fee payable to the instructor. prepared to have a fun night. Bring a $10 materials fee, payable to the instruc- Z721-F19 $49 F467-F19 $55 tor at the beginning of class. Monday November 25 @ Newton South 6–9pm Thursday November 7 @ Newton South 7–9pm F466-F19 $45 Thursday October 17 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm New Dog Care Basics Halloween Cupcake Decorating Charlotte McGowan, Instructor Sandra Frezza, Instructor Don’t be daunted by doggie care! If you’re a It’s a spooktacular cupcake class just in new dog owner, or a dog lover considering time for Halloween. You will learn how adding a new pet to your family, join us for to decorate spine-chilling cupcakes using lots of tips. We’ll discuss grooming, feeding, Buttercream frosting and master techniques training, vaccinations, and basic medical needed to create pumpkins, mummies and care, as well as additional essentials such as monsters, spider webs, and frightening teeth cleaning, nail trimming, and main- eyeballs. Bring 10-12 unfrosted cupcakes taining a healthy coat. We’ll cover where to to class, as well as a box or cupcake carrier find a veterinarian, how to travel with your to transport finished cupcakes. Icing will dog, and laws for dog owners. If you’re un- be supplied by the instructor. You will take certain about getting a dog, we’ll help you home decorating tools, including tips and decide which dog is right for you. Owning bags, plus your cupcake masterpieces! a dog does not have to be as difficult or ex- Bring a $20 materials fee payable to the instructor. pensive as you may think. We’ll share useful F220-F19 $49 handouts and answer all your burning ques- tions, so you can share your home with the Wednesday October 30 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm dog of your dreams. Z255-F19 $55 2 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm September 25 & October 2 www.newtoncommunityed.org 15
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