Table of Contents notes Class Categories Art & Photography...... 4 Business & Career ...... 6 I’m Lisa, and I run the NCE Kids program. How I came to Computers & Technology ...... 7 work here is a story of serendipity: it was ten years ago, and my son Ethan was in 2nd grade. Having always sought just-right Crafts ...... 9 enrichment opportunities for my kids, I was delighted to find Dance & Fitness ...... 11 Mad Science, perfect for my young science buff, offered at our English Language Learners (ELL)­...... 13 very own Williams School—I enrolled Ethan right away. But Finance & Real Estate...... 13 Patty from the NCE office called a week before the start of this class to tell me it had been cancelled due to low enrollment. Food & Drink...... 14 “How could this be?” I protested, “Can’t I have a chance to HiSET™ (formerly GED®) ...... 16 recruit?” When Patty pleaded my case to Mad Science and granted me a two-day Home & Garden...... 16 extension, I got to work. In less than 24 hours, that class was full with 18 kids. The Languages...... 17 truth is that Williams School had a tight group of playground moms, but Barbara, our then NCE director, credited me for my brilliant recruiting efforts and invited Mind, Body, & Soul ...... 21 me to join the NCE staff. Newly unemployed after about 20 years in the advertising Music & Theatre Arts ...... 23 business, I thought, “Why not?” Online Learning ...... 24 A lot has changed here in ten years. Back then, NCE ran after-school classes at just Recreation ...... 25 a few schools; by contrast, last fall we offered 170 classes for kids across 20 of our 22 Staff Picks...... 3 schools. Our summer Kids program has seen by far the greatest growth. Ten years ago it consisted of soccer camps and Camp Innovations. This summer, we offer Writing ...... 25 everything from Fabric Painting to Web Design—kids can learn TV production in Kids Categories Create a TV Show, launch a rocket in Rocket Science, or explore their inner geek in Family Programs...... 18 & 19 MathemAddicts. They can still play soccer, but to get into Innovations… well you have to act really fast (it filled in just three days this year). Kids Classes...... 26 Driver’s Ed & SAT Prep...... 27 For me, enrichment is all about giving every child an opportunity to develop a passion that can carry them through adulthood. The catalog you’re holding has Nuts & Bolts our usual wonderful variety of classes for adults, but it also showcases our ever- General Info & Policies ...... 2 expanding Kids program, rich with opportunity for your kids to do what they love Registration Forms...... Inside Back Cover or try something new. Maybe through them, you will too.

Lisa Rucinski Kids Program Coordinator

highlights for Summer Adults Kids • Salsa Dancing • Summery Salads • Animated Superheroes • Small Sculptures • Adobe Illustrator • Club Invention No-Class Dates for Summer 2014 • Natural Cosmetics • Japanese: Intermediate • Kids Cooking Green We will not have classes on Thursday • Cake Decorating Basics • Designing with Decoupage Family evening July 3 and on Friday July 4. Some • Windows XP: The End • Training for • Kite & Flight classes may have additional no-class dates; of the Line? Hospice Volunteers • Gone Fishing please check your class listings carefully.

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ACCESSIBILITY to register. The discount does not apply to PARKING ELL, one-session, and other select courses, The City of Newton does not discriminate on Parking is available in lots at both high and cannot be combined with any other the basis of disability in admission to, access schools. There is additional parking on neigh- discounts, such as couples rates. Discounts to, or operations of its programs, services, or borhood streets; pay attention to all official do not apply to materials or food fees. activities. If you need assistance or special street signs, as parking laws are enforced. services, please call us. ENROLLMENT SCHOLARSHIPS Books Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served Partial scholar­ships are available on a basis. When you enroll, you will get an email Order your books early by calling New limited basis for Newton residents. Please confirmation from registration@newton- England Mobile Book Fair at 617-527-5817 call 617-559-6999 for more information. communityed.org. If you don’t receive this, or Newtonville Books at 617-244-6619. call us so we can confirm your registration. Books may not be in stock at these book- SMOKING stores, but can be ordered to arrive in three Smoking is not permitted on school grounds EVALUATION FORMS to seven days. You may also order them on- in Newton or at any of our off-site classes. line. Please have your book on hand for your We value and encourage your feedback. first class meeting. Evaluation forms are distributed at the end TRANSPORTATION of our classes for adults, and are also avail- We do not provide transportation to any of able on the Forms page of our website. CERTIFICATES our classes. For public transportation infor- These are available from your instructor FOOD, FEES, & SUPPLIES mation, go to www.mbta.com, or call upon successful completion of a course. 617-222-3200 (1-800-392-6100). Please request in advance. Unless stated, these are not included in the tuition. Fees and sales of supplies are final. WEATHER CANCELLATIONS No discounts apply. Class cancellations If Newton public schools are cancelled due NCE reserves the right to cancel classes that GIFT CERTIFICATES to inclement weather, our on-site classes are under-enrolled, to change times and are cancelled. Decisions about off-site You may purchase a gift certificate for any locations when necessary, and to substitute classes are made individually; please check amount; it can be used for any course we offer. instructors if needed. your class listing on our website. COURSE ADMISSION INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHIES Adult courses are open to students 16 years You can view these on our website under WITHDRAWALS/REFUNDS of age and older. Residents of other commu- class descriptions. Full refunds are given if a class is cancelled due nities are welcome. There is a nonrefundable Kids BEHAVIOR POLICY to low enrollment. You must withdraw at least $6 registration fee per student per semester. seven days before the class start date printed If you’re signing your child up for any of in our catalog to receive either a tuition refund CREDITS our Kids programs, please read the behav- minus a $10 processing fee, or a course voucher ior policy on our website. Students seeking high school credit must get minus a $5 processing fee. We’re sorry, but no written authorization from their school and other refunds or vouchers will be given. Refunds present it to our office prior to the start of NO REMINDERS their course(s). We don’t send class reminders, but we’ll for checks and cash take four to six weeks; for contact you if there are any changes. Please credit cards, allow one week. To withdraw from DIRECTIONS mark your calendars with your class dates! a class, call us during office hours. Please see our website for maps, directions, For Kids summer classes, you must and floorplans of the high schools. OFFICE HOURS withdraw by May 30 to receive a tuition refund Our main office is at Newton North HS, 457 minus a $25 processing fee. No refunds or DISCOUNTS Walnut St., Room 101, Newtonville. We are credits will be given after May 30. Transfers are If you’re a senior (age 65+), a veteran, or open from 8:30am to 6pm (or 8pm when possible, space permitting. There is a $50 fee for classes are in session). Our satellite office at an employee of the city of Newton, you’re all transfers. eligible for a 15% discount off the tuition of Newton South, 140 Brandeis Rd., Newton many of our classes, but only if you let us Center, is open from 5 to 8pm when classes The $6 registration fee know at the time of registration. Please call are in session. is non-refundable unless we cancel a class.

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Staff Picks Improvisational Acting: Tap: Nice & Easy Beginning Jai Underhill, Instructor Judith Kalaora, Instructor Never tapped before? Don’t let that stop New The beauty and magic of improvisational you! We’ll start with basic steps and simple Summery Salads performance flow from an actor’s ability to combinations set to music. You’ll develop Cindy Levin, Instructor be “in the moment” completely. This form your strength, grace and agility, while tap- Dreaming of outdoor fun in warm weather? of theatre takes shape with little or no ad- ping to fun music appropriate for novices! Join us to prepare a picnic to go! We’ll vance planning. Join us to learn the funda- See page 11 for information about Tap: make delicious summer salads along with mental principles of improv. You’ll take the Beyond Beginner. a French baguette dough for you to bake at stage with supportive ensemble members as D207-S14-1 $71 home. We’ll start with the baguette: rolling you try your hand at different improv styles, 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–7pm including Playback Theatre, a powerful and molding, and adding ingredients to July 2–July 30 let it rise. Once you bake it, you can stuff improvisational tool that fosters personal slices with layers of healthy salads made empowerment, team building, and conflict in class—including curried chicken salad, resolution. We’ll start with acting warmups Kripalu Yoga Farmers Market salad, Israeli eggplant salad, and ease into a variety of theater games Ben Cohen, Instructor and corn salad. We’ll also be fixing several and exercises to develop and enhance your Whether you are new to yoga or continuing homemade dressings to top our greens, such skills. You will use your instincts and imag- in your practice, this class is designed to in- as lime-salsa, herb, and curry-mango-chut- ination to create unique characters with crease flexibility, strength, and well-being. ney. Our instructor will provide homemade strong objectives and learn to incorporate In addition to physical poses, we will work bread for you to sample with the fresh salads movement and physicality with special at- with breathing and meditation to quiet the made in class. Bring a container for leftovers tention to voice and diction. Come explore mind and restore the spirit. Avoid eating a and the baguette dough. Handouts will be this special art form that can sharpen your large meal before class. Wear comfortable provided. A $20 food fee is payable to the ability to think on your feet and build your clothing; bring a yoga mat and a towel. confidence in public speaking. instructor at the beginning of class. Y104-S14-1 $72 F825-S14-1 $35 M569-S14-1 $105 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 5–6:15pm Wednesday July 2 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm July 2–July 30; no class July 16 July 1–July 29 New Acrylic Painting: Advanced Jack Neylan, Instructor Staff Picks for Kids Experienced acrylic painters, join us to further develop your skills. You’ll exper- Family Programs Just for Kids iment with a variety of media and tools as you work towards creating artistically Gone Fishing Animated Superheroes mature pieces. We’ll work from still life One fish, two fish... See what you can It’s a bird, it’s a plane... it’s your superhero, set-ups, live models, and photographs you lure from the wilds of the Atlantic. animated in your own storybook. (page choose, and you’ll use paints, pens, and (page 18) 34) glazes, to make abstract and figure paint- U Can Ukulele Kids Cooking Green ings on wood, metal, and gessoed paper. Just in time for your summer camp- We’ll also analyze works of contemporary If you think they’re icky, don’t join us. fire—adults and kids come learn to play artists painting with acrylics. Bring a brush, If you think they’re cool, this class is for this great small stringed instrument. a small selection of paints, and a small you. (page 30) (page 18) cotton canvas. All other materials will be Summer Stock Theatre discussed in class. Kite & Flight Showcase your talents or find ones you It’s art in motion. Make your own kite A989-S14-1 $144 didn’t know you had in this late August and fly it in the sky. (page 19) 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–9pm theatre class. (page 31) July 10–July 31

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Art & Photography Watercolor Painting: Drawing with Advanced Pastel & Charcoal Gary Tucker, Instructor Alma Bella Solis, Instructor New Improve your watercolor painting tech- Using a combination of charcoal and dry Intro to Chinese Brush niques. You’ll learn to create sparkling wa- pastel pencils and chalks, you’ll produce Painting tercolors consistently and with confidence. your own compositions interpreting Vartus Varadian, Instructor Weekly demonstrations will center on subjects ranging from still lifes to human Learn Chinese brush painting principles painting methods and various aspects of the figures. You’ll learn drawing methods and techniques to depict classical themes, art form. Projects will include working from including outline, contour, shading, flowers and birds. We’ll focus on subjects landscapes and still lifes. See online class blending, detailing and connectedness; such as tulips, poppies, geraniums and listing for required materials. Prerequisite: and you’ll explore perspective, proportion, various types of birds including sparrows, basic watercolor and drawing skills. and more. Bring a desktop easel, 18” x 24” chicks, and robins. You’ll use brush, ink, A142-S14-1 $169 drawing—not sketching—pad, assorted or boxed set of charcoal pencils, kneaded and color paints on rice paper, and apply 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm eraser, tri-tip white eraser, dry pastel the traditional Chinese calligraphy and July 2–July 30 painting techniques to create varieties chalks, and blending stumps. New and of effects unique to this art form. We’ll returning students welcome. emphasize expressiveness and individual Basic Drawing A556-S14-1 $128 interpretation as you work in freehand Gary Tucker, Instructor 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm brushwork style to produce an elegant Drawing is the most approachable form July 1–July 29 piece of fine art, either realistic or abstract. of visual art. It is an excellent precursor Come enjoy this relaxing art form. See on- to painting, illustration, web design, an- line class listing for required materials. imation, plus more. It is also satisfying The Colored Pencil Cyrus Whittier, Instructor A762-S14-1 $128 and challenging on it’s own. Through the practice of drawing we learn to see the Create vibrant and expressive art as you 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–8pm world around us—and then interpret it. discover the broad range of drawing with July 2 –July 30 Our instructor will provide demonstrations colored pencils. You’ll learn how to shade, and exercises in basic design using line, highlight, mix, layer, and blend colors Watercolor Painting contour, shape, value, texture, composition, for tonal effects. We’ll work with still lifes Jeanne Gugino, Instructor shadow and light. Each week you’ll work supplied by the instructor or composi- If you love the transparent glow of water- from a different still life. In addition, there tions that you provide. Bring a set of 36 colors, try your hand at painting with them will be homework assignments and weekly Prismacolor colored pencils and a 9”x12” this summer. We’ll review watercolor ba- critiques. Bring a 9” x 12” sketchbook, pad of Strathmore 400 series paper to class. sics: color mixing, blending and shadowing kneaded eraser, 2B, 4B, and 6B pencils, and Additional materials will be discussed. New and you’ll learn techniques such as wet-on- a pencil sharpener. A $7 materials fee is and returning students welcome. wet and dry brush painting. Come learn payable to the instructor at the first class. A241-S14-1 $145 New and returning students welcome. the art created by traditionalists such as 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm Winslow Homer and John Singer Sargent A100-S14-1 $169 July 2–July 30 as you further explore this medium. See 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–9pm online class listing for required materials. July 1–July 29 Open to all levels. A008-S14-1 $111 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm July 10–July 31 Calling all Artists! Apply to exhibit your work at Celebrate Newton, the NCE-sponsored crafts fair, coming Sunday, December 7. See celebratenewton.com for details.

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Figure Drawing New The Next Step in Alma Bella Solis, Instructor Acrylic Painting: Photography Drawing the human form is the most Advanced Chris Maliga, Instructor enduring theme in fine arts and likewise Jack Neylan, Instructor If you’ve outgrown your digital point and most challenging. With charcoal and shoot camera and want to develop your Experienced acrylic painters, join us to graphite pencils and sticks, you’ll learn to photography skills, this class is for you. further develop your skills. You’ll exper- draw using methods of outline, contour, Discover how to control shutter speed and iment with a variety of media and tools shading, blending, and detailing. With aperture, metering, focus, and white bal- as you work towards creating artistically imagination and instructor guidance, you’ll ance. We’ll also review natural and artificial mature pieces. We’ll work from still life produce drawings within proportion and color and lighting to capture the mood and set-ups, live models, and photographs you perspective as you compose a complete effect you want to convey in your images. choose, and you’ll use paints, pens, and work of art. Rendered works can include Get the most out of your camera and learn glazes, to make abstract and figure paint- formal portraits, half or whole human techniques to take strong, effective photo- ings on wood, metal, and gessoed paper. figures, or multiple human figures adapted graphs. Prior to the first class, email two We’ll also analyze works of contemporary in realism. Bring a selection of photographs photos to chris.maliga@gmail. com. Bring artists painting with acrylics. Bring a brush, and an 18” x 24” charcoal drawing pad. your film or digital SLR camera, its manual, a small selection of paints, and a small A materials list will be emailed. New and connection cords, a fully charged battery, cotton canvas. All other materials will be returning students welcome. and, if available, tripod. Prerequisite: our discussed in class. A598-S14-1 $111 Intro to Digial Photography class or compa- A989-S14-1 $144 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm rable experience. 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–9pm July 10–July 31 A227-S14-1 $104 July 10–July 31 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm New July 1–July 29 Intro to Digital Intro to Oil Painting Photography Photography: Jack Neylan, Instructor Laura Faye Martin, Instructor Oil paint is a fluid medium; the paint is Intermediate & Advanced Have an eye for what you want to shoot, slow to dry and easy to blend, so you can Chris Maliga, Instructor but get stuck reading the manual? This class make changes as your work evolves. In this Take professional looking photographs will get you comfortable using functions class you’ll learn the basic color wheel and and learn tricks of the trade without the that are “hidden” inside your camera. You’ll how to properly mix paints. Starting with expensive external gear. We’ll observe get tips for getting your photos off the still-life painting, moving to abstract, and photographic elements of light, space, and camera and into your computer, and learn working towards live-model painting, you’ll movement in picture taking and review how to manage that ever-growing collec- develop new skills and gain a solid under- point of view, shape and lines when captur- tion of images. Our weekly slide show will standing of this medium. We’ll use linseed ing images. We’ll also discuss various ways build your confidence as we focus on com- oils and stand oils as you explore on canvas, of shooting portraits, landscapes, and still position and camera settings to help you linen and wood, and we’ll practice precau- lifes. Expect exercises, in-class assignments, improve your shooting skills. In addition, tion as you learn to use turpentine mixes. discussion, and critiques. Prior to the first we’ll discuss online resources for printing Expect to complete four to five paintings. class, email two photos to chris.maliga@ and photo sharing and broach the topic of Bring a brush, a small selection of paints, and gmail.com. Bring them along with your imaging software that might help you along a small cotton canvas. All other materials will digital SLR camera or film camera, its man- the way. This course is for beginners using be discussed in class. All levels welcome. ual, connection cords, a fully charged bat- compact, point-and-shoot digital cameras tery and, if available, a tripod. Prerequisite: A290-S14-1 $169 only. Detailed digital SLR functionality our Digital Photography: Beyond Beginner 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–9pm will not be covered. Bring your camera, its class or comparable experience. July 1–July 29 manual, and a fully charged battery. A229-S14-1 $104 A124-S14-1 $111 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm July 1–July 29 July 2–July 23

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Business & Career There’s An App for That: Save Time & Save Money! Angela Pitter, Instructor New If you’re a professional service provider, Becoming a Real Estate consultant, or small business owner it’s cru- Agent: do you have what cial that you learn how to make the most of it takes? every minute of the day. Need to access a file from your desktop? Want to take paperless Marie Presti, Instructor notes? Can’t keep track of receipts or mile- Have you always wanted to know age? Need to invoice from the road? Want what really goes on behind the “For to collect payments at point of service? The Sale” signs? Discover what it takes to solution is in the palm of your hand! In this become a Real Estate Agent with this interactive session you’ll discover the apps introduction from a professional who has that can help you organize your daily activ- 14 years of experience. You’ll learn about ities so there is little or no office work at the Massachusetts’ licensing requirements, how end of your busy day. And the best part is to select a brokerage that’ll help you find that you can get started with most of these your first clients, and the skills that you’ll apps for FREE! So come, this will be the best need to thrive in this profession. 90 minutes spent in your day. Bring your S210-S14-1 $35 iPhone or iPad. (Have a Droid? All apps Tuesday July 29 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm discussed are Droid compatible.) B277-S14-1 $29 Transitioning into Wednesday July 9 @ Newton South 6:30–8pm Retirement Herb Fuchs, Instructor MS Office Specialist How to Take Amazing So retirement is here, or about to be here... Certification Exam Vacation Photos Maybe it’s your choice, maybe not. Did Ellen Novinsky, Proctor you always have visions about retirement Jason Rich, Instructor being like a vacation but lasting longer, Give your resume a boost and validate Uncover the secrets professionals use for only to find that it can create unexpected your proficiency in Microsoft Word, capturing the highest quality photographs, anxiety? So what do you do with the rest Excel, Powerpoint, or Access by passing a no matter where you’re traveling. Master of your life? We’ll explore areas beyond Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifica- the basics including composition and the financial ones such as the life stages of tion exam. Exams are computer-based, last how to fully utilize your digital camera’s work and retirement, the importance of 50 minutes, and ask you to complete mul- functions. You’ll learn what equipment short and long term goal setting, keys to ti-step tasks to demonstrate the depth of and accessories to use to take crystal-clear a successful retirement, part-time jobs for your knowledge. NCE strongly encourages photos as you tackle the most common retirees, re-building your social network, you to take at least one practice exam and challenges such as sunsets, pictures from and retirement success stories. You can’t get feedback before taking the certification a moving tour bus, or shooting through get there without a plan. You’ll leave this exam. Newton Public Schools is proud to glass. You’ll also learn how to best edit class with the framework to build that plan be a Certiport Authorized Testing Center. and showcase your vacation photos, both which will start you on your way to a happy For more details, see our website. online and using traditional photo albums. and productive retirement. C305-S14-1 $25 (practice); $54 (exam) No experience necessary. B286-S14-1 $46; $60 (Couple) Thursday July 31 @ Newton North 7–9pm A333-S14-1 $48 Tuesday July 22 @ Newton North 6–9pm C305-S14-2 $25 (practice); $54 (exam) Tuesday July 29 @ Newton North 6:30–9:30pm Thursday August 7 @ Newton North 7–9pm

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Computers & Technology Microsoft Excel: Microsoft Word: Beginner Beginner Michael Toon, Instructor Howard Loewinger, Instructor New Geared towards those with little or no Master the basics of the world’s most popu- Windows XP: knowledge of Microsoft Excel; you’ll work lar word processing software in this hands- The End of the Line? with Microsoft Excel 2010 on PCs run- on class designed especially for beginners. Howard Loewinger, Instructor ning Windows 7. Learn to create and edit You’ll start with the fundamentals: open- With the end of official Microsoft sup- professional-looking spreadsheets for a ing, saving, and creating new documents. port critical and security updates for the variety of purposes and situations. In Excel, Then learn how to cut, copy, and paste Windows XP operating system will no you’ll enter and edit data, navigate to spe- parts of your document; change margins longer be issued. But is it possible to still cific cell content, and insert, position, and and add tabs; format text to make it look run XP safely? You’ll learn about your op- resize graphics. You’ll format cells, rows, the way you want; add bullets points; and tions for continuing to use your current columns, and worksheets. This class covers create outlines or numbered text at the computer and your options for installing a collaborating and managing workbooks by touch of a button. We’ll even show you newer version of the Windows operating creating them from templates, creating and how to enhance your documents with pic- system. We’ll also look at what to consider if modifying hyperlinks, printing and orga- tures, clip-art, and “Word-Art.” Taught on you decide to purchase a new machine. This nizing workbooks. No need to bring your Windows 7-based computers running MS is a demo class only, not a hands-on class. computer; class is taught in a computer lab. Office 2010, but the skills you learn will This is not a Macintosh computer class. transfer easily to the Macintosh version C288-S14-1 $29 C303-S14-1 $177 of Word. Prerequisite: students should be Tuesday July 29 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm comfortable using Windows and a mouse. 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm July 1–July 29 C101-S14-1 $110 New 3 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm Adobe Illustrator Microsoft Excel: July 9–July 30 for Art and Design Beyond Beginner No class July 23 Jack Neylan, Instructor Michael Toon, Instructor Adobe Illustrator is powerful program that We’ll quickly review the basics, then ex- PowerPoint: Beginner can be utilized for both art and design. Yet, pand your knowledge by showing you Tracy Marks, Instructor it can be a complex to learn on your own. how to create charts and graphs, write Learn to use PowerPoint, the premier pre- With our experienced instructor, you’ll get equations that include logical expressions, sentation software program, which comes an intro to using Illustrator, plus basic prin- and use those equations to create “what with Microsoft Office. This hands-on work- ciples of design including the use of nega- if” scenarios. You’ll get plenty of hands-on shop will teach you how to design a slide- tive space, typography, traditional painting experience, with in-class projects and ex- show, create layouts and master templates, and drawing skills, and illustration. Taught amples galore. No need to bring your own and add text, images, charts, and graphs. on Macintosh computers running Adobe computer; class is taught in a PC lab on You’ll also learn to work with transitions Illustrator CS5.1, your skills will transfer Windows 7 computers running Microsoft and animations, as well as set up your easily to the Windows version of Illustrator. Office 2010. Prerequisite: a beginner Excel slideshow for a selfrunning or timed pre- Class takes place in a computer lab; no class or equivalent experience with spread- sentation. Taught on Windows 7 computers need to bring your own computer. This sheet software. This is not a Macintosh running MS Office 2010, but the skills you class is designed for beginning students computer class. learn will transfer easily to the Macintosh with no Illustrator experience. C105-S14-1 $110 version of Powerpoint. C290-S14-1 $221 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–8pm C106-S14-1 $177 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9:30pm July 10–July 24 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:45–9:15pm July 2–July 30 July 1–July 22

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

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Computer Skills for Selling on eBay & Amazon Build a Website with Beginners: Windows Tracy Marks, Instructor WordPress: An Intro Tracy Marks, Instructor Learn how to buy and sell effectively on Fan Stanbrough, Instructor With a few easy-to-understand lessons eBay, the world’s largest online auction. If you’re a non-technical person who wants from a patient instructor in a computer lab, Taught by a former eBay Powerseller, this to build a website with flexibility and func- you can learn how to navigate Windows, workshop will teach you about searching tionality, WordPress is a great tool. It has maintain your computer and cope with for and buying items, researching sold developed into a powerful and easy-to-use computer crashes. You’ll also gain experi- items and item prices, and bidding. Most tool for building virtually any kind of web- ence copying, moving, saving, finding and of the focus will be selling—how to create site. Each student will set up a site using organizing files. During the last session, and submit listings and photos, determine the free WordPress.com service, then learn you’ll learn useful tips for using an Internet auction timing, handle payments, deal how to evaluate, choose the look and feel of browser, saving links to your favorite web- with nonresponsive buyers, maintain se- the site, add text and photos, and use some sites, and searching the Internet. This is not cure transactions, give feedback and earn specialized features. Along the way, we’ll a Macintosh class. positive feedback. Class will consist of lec- cover the things you need to know to man- ture, demonstration, question and answer, C199-S14-1 $144 age your own site, starting with the basics discussion, and the opportunity to receive of HTML and what you’ll need to do to 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 4–6pm constructive critique of your own eBay list- keep a site up and running safely. No need July 10–July 31 ing. Selling through Amazon Marketplace to bring your own computer; this class is will also be briefly covered. Prerequisite: taught in a computer lab. This beginner How to Use Online Social Basic computer experience and Internet course is for those who have not previ- Networking to Meet New skills required. ously used Wordpress. Prerequisite: Basic Friends, Find Love, & C122-S14-1 $134 computer experience and Internet skills Promote Your Business 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:45–9:15pm required. No experience necessary. Jason Rich, Instructor July 10–July 24 C263-S14-1 $144 Discover Facebook, MySpace, LinkedIn, 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm Twitter, Plurk, Stickcam, and BlogTV in Basic Photo Editing... July 10–July 31 this overview class. Learn how to get the Without Photoshop! most out these popular online services, and All about Google how to use them to make new friends, net- Tracy Marks, Instructor work professionally, find love, share photos Do you want to prepare images for web- John Walsh, Instructor online, and even promote your business–all sites, Internet auctions, or e-mail? Would Did you think that Google was just way to for free!–using your computer, wireless you like to make attractive, quick-loading search the Internet? Think again! Google PDA, or cell phone. Millions of people Web graphics without having to invest in has become part of everyday life but have discovered how much fun interacting Adobe Photoshop—or even Photoshop many of its most amazing features remain online can be. Join the author of Blogging Elements? We’ll start by learning how underused. Get an intro to Google Docs, For Fame and Fortune as he shows you to transfer images from a scanner, dig- Google Scholar, Google Maps, Gmail, how to get started, and how to protect your ital camera, or CD into your computer. Google Calendar, and Google Translate. identity when communicating online with Then we’ll learn to use a free Microsoft No need to bring your computer, this class strangers. Due to the large number of sites Windows-based image-editing program to takes place in a computer lab. Prerequisite: covered by this class, this is a demo only; it resize, crop, optimize file size, color cor- Basic computer experience and Internet is not a hands-on class. rect, sharpen, and save images for the Web. skills required. Finally, we’ll explore online sources for free C268-S14-1 $39 C248-S14-1 $35 Web graphics, and for creating fancy fonts Thursday July 10 @ Newton North 7–9pm Wednesday July 30 @ Newton South 7–9pm for use on Web pages. Taught in a PC envi- ronment, but Mac users can also benefit. C224-S14-1 $59 Thursday July 31 @ Newton North 6:45–9:15pm

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Twitter Crafts John Walsh, Instructor So you’ve signed up for Twitter, but now what? We’ll provide hands-on small group Sewing: Beginner instruction in our computer lab. You’ll be Carole Melone, Instructor logged in directly to your own Twitter ac- If your sewing machine is collecting dust count, where you can learn to tweet, sched- or you still don’t know how to use it, it’s ule tweets, follow lists of people, search for time to learn. We’ll demonstrate machine content, and how to get followers. Before threading, bobbin winding, stitching, and class, please sign up for a Twitter account. adding embellishments. With hands-on Pottery No need to bring your own computer, practice, you’ll learn how to interpret pat- Laya Steinberg, Instructor this class takes place in a computer lab. terns, complete elastic casements, button Pottery is one of the world’s oldest and most Prequisite: Basic computer experience and holes, and hems. Choose a pattern for a widespread art forms, and clay is also one of Internet skills required. stuffed pillow or pajama bottoms and bring the most enduring materials known to hu- C272-S14-1 $39 it to class along with a machine in good mankind. In fact, fired clay is one of the only working order, its attachments and manual, materials on earth that doesn’t change with Tuesday July 8 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm two empty bobbins, scissors, thread, and time. Unearth your inner potter by learning pins, and you’ll be sewing in no time! For to form and fire your own future artifacts. Surf the Web Like a Pro the first class, you’ll be provided with fabric Our instructor will teach you the fundamen- Howard Loewinger, Instructor to sew your own stuffed pillow. New and tals of both hand building and wheel throw- Anyone can browse the Internet, but it returning students welcome. ing. You’ll practice forming cups, bowls, helps to have a few tricks to save time, get N115-S14-1 $129 cylinders, and vases on the wheel, and learn better search results, and find just what 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–8:30pm techniques for creating pinch pots, slabs, coils, and sculptural pieces by hand. You’ll you’re looking for. Learn good search July 2–July 30 methods, how to browse securely, and the also glaze your pieces and learn about the settings that impact your results. Discover firing process. A $40 materials fee is payable the differences between Internet Explorer, Summer Quilt to the instructor at the first class. Firefox, Safari, and Chrome, and whether Dora Bard, Instructor N180-S14-1 $169 one browser is better than the others. Leave Create a small quilt, from start to finish 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–9pm with a list of great tips that will have you this summer, and you’ll have the skills to July 1–July 29 surfing the Internet safely the next time make a larger quilt for the winter. We’ll put you pull up to your computer or get out together the pieces of a quilt block pattern your smartphone. No need to bring your by hand (or you can use a machine if you Glass Mosaic own computer; this class takes place in a want to bring one to class), sew side pieces, Emanuel Genovese, Instructor computer lab. batting and backing, quilt it, and add a Uncover the secrets of this beautiful art C285-S14-1 $39 binding. Learn about color and contrast, form, which uses transparent and opales- Thursday July 31 @ Newton North 7–9pm fabric and patterns, as well as how to cut cent pieces of stained glass to create endless and sew blocks accurately. Handouts will designs. Learn all the basics: glass cutting be provided for making a table runner or and grinding, base preparation, gluing, and wall hanging. Experienced students have grouting. You’ll complete at least one 8” the option to choose more challenging de- x 8” piece, on a wooden base, suitable for signs or larger projects. A list of common either a trivet or decorative wall art. Bring Registration supplies will be emailed to registrants. A $5 your own tools to class. (If you don’t have is now open... materials fee is payable to the instructor at tools, you can purchase them from the in- Classes are filled on a the first class. structor at class for $45-$60.) An $18 ma- first-come, first-served basis. N560-S14-1 $114 terials fee is payable to the instructor at the Please register early so you 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm first class. No experience necessary. won’t miss out! July 2–July 30 N192-S14-1 $145 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9:30pm July 2–July 30

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New an important memory. Bring tiny photos New or artwork (less than 1/2”) if you want to Small Sculptures: Designing with Decoupage use them in your project. Expect to make Clock & Chimes two unique pieces of jewlery ready for pick Denise Campo, Instructor Paul F. Angiolillo, Instructor up usually within 24 hours. Tools and resin Decoupage is an art form that entails past- Create a work of art to decorate your will be provided. Embellishments will be ing paper cutouts to an object, then cov- home, office, or garden that’s both useful available for purchase. A $30 materials fee is ering the object with a finish to create an and unique. You’ll learn basic techniques payable to the instructor at the beginning of appearance of depth. This technique makes for creating small sculptures by making class. Location: Indalo Gallery and Studio, the patterns or pictures look as though they a one-of-a-kind wooden desk clock or a 6 Lincoln St., Newton Highlands. were actually painted on. It is a wonderful set of wind chimes (or both if you want). way to decorate just about anything—from N278-S14-1 $39 Bring some favorite or found materials to small vases to large pieces of furniture— class—wood, wire, beads, or any other ob- Tuesday July 8 @ Newton 6:30–8:30pm the possibilities are endless. Best of all, jects you’d like to work with. We’ll discuss decoupage can be learned fairly quickly! ideas for designing and assembling your Glass Fusing Studio Using paints, glazes, and embellishments, art that’s both eye-catching and durable. Michel L’Huillier, Instructor you’ll learn the basics. At the first class, Our instructor will provide tools and Make art from glass as you master the we’ll transform an ordinary journal (pro- some embellishments. You can purchase basics of this beautiful craft. You’ll learn vided by the instructor), into an extraordi- materials, such as a clock insert, from the glass-fusing techniques and play with nary piece of artwork. For the second class, instructor in class, or learn where to order colored glass pieces, powders and frits, bring in your own item to work on; using them online. A suggested material list will stringers and beads. After a series of decoupage, you’ll create a unique piece to be emailed to students. exercises, you’ll design and make a 4”x 4” take home. A $15 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. N376-S14-1 $95 dish and one 8”x 8” plate, or 8” diameter 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm bowl, using the learned techniques. You N798-S14-1 $58 July 17–July 31 will also create fused jewelry such as 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm necklaces or pins. The finished projects will July 15–July 22 be available for pickup at the NCE office Jewelry Making within a week of class. Materials and tools New Jill Becker, Instructor will be provided. Bring safety glasses and Design your own bling! We’ll use colored wear closed toe shoes. An $85 materials fee Natural Cosmetics tiles, botanical slivers, photos, glitters, and is payable to the instructor at the beginning Denise Campo, Instructor resin to make charms, pendants, or earrings. of class. No experience necessary. Using natural products on your skin is The resin, when poured into a metal jewelry N479-S14-1 $45 as important as eating nutritious food. bezel, hardens to create a protective, clear Wednesday July 23 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm Cosmetics made with natural ingredients coat. It also provides a beautiful way to save can cost a fraction of department store products, and are simple to make at home. Essential oils can work to heal and rejuve- It’s not too late! nate the skin; you’ll learn about the prop- erties of these and other natural or organic Many of our Spring Classes haven’t started yet. See our website for details! ingredients, and how products made from Class Name Start Date Class Name Start Date them can tone, lift, moisturize, and add Buying and Managing Distressed Real Estate 5/27 Blogging for Fun & Money 5/29 elasticity to your skin, without adding No Knead Bread 5/27 Microsoft Excel: Beyond Beginner 6/2 toxins. In this hands-on class, we’ll discuss Selling on eBay & Amazon 5/28 Gourmet Granola 6/2 which oils are beneficial for your skin; Parisian Pâtisserie 5/28 Perfect Your Pies 6/4 you’ll also make and take home a natural The Shrub Within: Pruning Workshop 5/28 Beautify Your Garden 6/7 facial toner and serum. A $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning Boost Your Career with Successful 5/28 Glass Fusing Studio 6/10 of class. Composition Photography 5/29 The Spice Trail 6/10 Interior Design Workshop 5/29 Raw Food Cooking 6/11 N892-S14-1 $35 Whispers from the Other Side 5/29 Tuesday July 29 @ Newton North 6–8pm

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Dance & Fitness Tap dance is back! Dancing and exercise are lots of fun, but they We’re happy to be offering tap again this summer and hope you can join us! Whether can pose a risk of injury to participants who you want to tap like classic artists Bill Robinson and Shirley Temple, or sound like push beyond their abilities. Please talk with the modern percussion of Gregory Hines and Savion Glover, you’ll improve your your physician before starting any program of rhythmic movement and stamina under the guidance of our new instructor. physical activity. Participants should be pre- Tap: Nice & Easy Tap: Beyond Beginner pared to complete a liability waiver. Jai Underhill, Instructor Jai Underhill, Instructor Never tapped before? Don’t let that stop If you’ve taken tap before, take the next Argentine Tango you! We’ll start with basic steps and simple step by learning choreographed warm- for Beginners combinations set to music. You’ll develop ups, simple and upbeat dance rhythms, Roger Wood, Instructor your strength, grace and agility, while tap- and learn a routine that even Fred Astaire Argentine Tango began in the early 1900s ping to fun music appropriate for novices! and Gene Kelly would admire. in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and its popu- D207-S14-1 $72 D208-S14-1 $72 larity has since spread worldwide. Tango 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–7pm 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7:15–8:15pm is best known for its outward display of romance and sensuality. What’s less July 2–July 30 July 2–July 30 known—and more appreciated by Tango dancers themselves—are the experiences of Wear tap shoes—lace up oxfords preferred, but any style will do. intimate connection in movement and in To the best of our knowledge, tap shoes are available at: stillness, i.e., the feeling of “Two dancing as Dancer’s Image 849 Washington St., Newton 617-964-4070 One.” In this class you’ll learn the essentials of “Salon Tango” (social dance), involving Teddy Shoes 548 Mass. Ave, Cambridge 617-547-0443 posture, connected movement with a part- Patterson’s 185 Cambridge St, Burlington 781-273-3089 ner and dance patterns. You’ll learn a little Capezio 330 Washington St, Wellesley 781-237-5526 about tango music as well. Leather soled shoes are recommended. No partner or experience necessary. D211-S14-1 $85; $153 (Couple) New Belly Dancing 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm Salsa Hanan, Instructor July 8–July 29 Lilia Wood, Instructor Belly dance is a beautiful, feminine art Salsa is hot hot hot! Get in on the action which celebrates the captivating music of the Middle East. This intro is perfect for Social Ballroom Dance and learn the fancy footwork of this infectious social dance. Salsa originated those seeking a unique form of exercise Lilia Wood, Instructor in Cuba, its movements influenced by as well as cultural inspiration. Absolute Dancing is a wonderful social activity! Mambo, Guaguanco, and Afro-Cuban beginners are welcome, as well as those Learn to lead or follow while mastering music; it is now one of the world’s most with some experience who want to review the basic ballroom steps—waltz, fox trot, popular dance forms. Join us and you’ll techniques. Class exercises will include rumba, and cha cha—and take the floor learn to lead, follow, do basic turns, exhibit basic posture, Middle Eastern rhythms, with confidence and grace. You and your proper dance etiquette, and move to the and movements including hip circles and partner will also learn dance etiquette, beat with style. The Boston area hosts a figure 8’s, shimmies, undulations, and arm so you can feel comfortable in social lively salsa dance scene—our instructor movements. We’ll also introduce the art of dance settings. This class is suitable will clue you in to her favorite places so you dancing with a veil. Wear a fitted top and for students with little or no ballroom can try out your newfound skills beyond leggings or loose pants so you can move experience, or for more experienced Newton. Wear leather-soled shoes. comfortably. Women of all ages and body dancers who’d like a refresher. Leather types are welcome to come loosen up, soled shoes are recommended. D262-S14-1 $113 (Couple) stretch out, shake, strut, and shimmy. 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 8–8:55pm D204-S14-1 $113 (Couple) D203-S14-1 $61 July 2–July 30; no class July 16 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–7:55pm 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:45–8:45pm July 2–July 30; no class July 16 July 8–July 29

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Zumba! Tennis: Nicole Capodilupo, Instructor You may also be Advanced Strategies Wouldn’t it be great if exercise were fun? interested in... John Reale, Instructor Discover Zumba, an exciting dance-fitness For advanced players (those who have • Yoga for Well-Being program that’s more like a party than a taken our Beyond Beginner class or who workout! Enjoy the pulsating rhythms of • Tai Chi have equivalent experience). You’ll focus on Latin-inspired music as you pump your • Alexander Technique refining your stroke techniques, spin, court legs, swing your hips, clap your hands— See page 22 for details. movement, and put into practice strategies and achieve a uniquely blended balance for singles and doubles play. This class is of cardio- and muscle-toning benefits in one-quarter instruction and three-quarters the process. Alternating between fast and hitting and keeping score with other play- slow rhythms, Zumba combines the basic Tennis: Beginner ers. You’ll connect with other players and principles of aerobics with interval and re- improve your game! Raindate is August 6 John Reale, Instructor sistance training to maximize your caloric (but class can usually move indoors if it’s Believe it or not, learning to play tennis is output, cardiovascular benefits, and total raining!). Bring a racket and nine tennis a lot easier than you think. This class is an body toning. Best of all, you can enjoy the balls (three cans). Zumba experience even if you don’t know introduction to the game and is designed D118-S14-1 $94 how to dance. Bring a water bottle. Get fit. especially for beginners who’ve never taken Have fun. Zumba! lessons before. You’ll learn tennis grips, 5 Wednesdays @ Newton North 8:15–9:15pm proper form, stroke technique for forehand, July 2–July 30 D242-S14-1 $65 Morning class backhand, volley, and serve. We’ll work on 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:15am court positioning, rules, scoring, and “net- July 1–July 29 iquette”. Raindate is August 6 (but class can D242-S14-2 $70 usually move indoors if it’s raining!). Bring 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:30pm a racket and nine tennis balls (three cans). July 10–July 31 D116-S14-1 $94 5 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:15–7:15pm From Couch to 5K: July 2–July 30 Running for Beginners Barbara Oskwarek, Instructor Tennis: Beyond Beginner Running is a great way to get in shape, John Reale, Instructor and it’s one of the least expensive ways to Beyond Beginner is for students who have exercise. Get off on the right foot with a had prior instruction. We’ll help hone your training program designed to keep you skills and improve your technique and healthy and motivated. We’ll start with the strategy. You’ll improve your forehand, basics: stretches for your running muscles, backhand, volley, serve, overhead, and strength-training exercises, and a five- lob. You’ll practice these strokes in game week plan designed to get you running 30 situations with your fellow tennis players minutes at a time. The class is designed for and get an introduction to singles and beginners, but experienced runners who doubles strategies. Raindate is August 6 need to get “back on track” are welcome. (but class can usually move indoors if it’s Please wear clothes and footwear suitable raining!). Bring a racket and nine tennis for spring running, and bring a water bot- balls (three cans). tle. Directions will be emailed to students. D117-S14-1 $94 Class meets rain or shine. 5 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:15–8:15pm D221-S14-1 $86 July 2–July 30 5 Mondays @ Newton 7–8:15pm June 30–July 28

12 617 559-6999 english language learners (ell) / finance & real estate

English Language Finance & Real Estate Learners (ELL) Before you take a Class ELL: Individual Tutoring Our Finance & Real Estate courses are not intended to substitute for individual financial counseling Volunteer Tutors or legal advice. Neither NCE nor Newton Public Sign up for ten hours of private tutoring Schools may give specific advice concerning personal at a time and place in the Newton area investments. Please do not make any financial that’s convenient for you. A trained English decisions based on recommendations from our inde- Language Learner volunteer tutor will work pendent instructors without first checking with your own advisers about the suitability of such actions. with you on the skills of your choosing. After you register, you will be contacted ELL: Intermediate & within 2-4 weeks. This is not an accent re- Advanced Grammar & New duction course. Conversation Getting the big picture: E109-S14-1 $109 Elena Ceban, Instructor Should I stay or 10 hours @ Newton; dates and times vary This class is for students with a basic com- Should I go? mand of English and grammar who want Marie Presti, Instructor more experience speaking. We will do ELL: Advanced Beginner Thought you couldn’t make a move to a selected exercises in grammar and pronun- bigger home because on paper you already Elena Ceban, Instructor ciation, focusing on increasing your ease owe more on your house than you can af- This class is geared towards students with in small groups and with the whole class. ford? Want to downsize to a smaller home a basic command of English and gram- Emphasis will be on English, including but not sure if you should wait until the mar. We will work on selected exercises in idioms and common expressions. Topics market is better? Learn from a real estate grammar and pronunciation, and focus on will be drawn from current events and our broker about the current housing market in increasing ease in small groups. Emphasis different cultures. No text required. will be on English, including idioms and the greater Boston areas and discover the E101-S14-1 $146 common expressions. Topics will be drawn trends of the last several years. You’ll gain from current issues and our different cul- 10 Tuesdays & Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm insight as to what economists are project- tures. Handouts will be provided. July 1–August 5; No class July 3 ing for this year and next. If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home in 2014 or E102-S14-1 $146 2015, you’ll benefit from this class. 10 Tuesday,Thursdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm S309-S14-1 $35; $50 (Couple) July 1–August 5; No class July 3 Tuesday July 15 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm

Bye-bye Bobbie!

NCE honors the retirement of Bobbie Cole, long-time pillar of our ELL program. In her 30 years with NCE, Bobbie has taught reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar, customs, holidays, and even some slang to students from every corner of the globe. She has opened her home and heart to English language learners. Simply teaching was not enough for Bobbie though; over the years, she has hosted over 50 exchange students during their visits to Boston, and she keeps in touch with many of them to this day. Through her caring and commitment, Bobbie has not only helped her students learn English, but has also helped them adapt to life in the greater Boston community. Our wholehearted thanks goes out to Bobbie for her years of dedication to this NCE program and its students. We’re sure she’ll be every bit as successful at whatever she chooses to do next. Bobbie—we’ll miss you, and we wish you the best!

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New Food & Drink New Becoming a Real Estate Summery Salads Agent: do you have what Cindy Levin, Instructor New it takes? Dreaming of outdoor fun in warm Marie Presti, Instructor Cake Decorating Basics weather? Join us to prepare a picnic to Have you always wanted to know what Karen Siegel, Instructor go! We’ll make delicious summer salads really goes on behind the “For Sale” signs? Take your cake decorating skills to the next along with a French baguette dough for Discover what it takes to become a Real tier and master how to bake a great cake, you to bake at home. We’ll start with the Estate Agent with this introduction from prepare and color icing, and use a piping baguette: rolling and molding, and adding a professional who has 14 years of expe- bag. You’ll learn how to level, fill, and frost ingredients to let it rise. Once you bake it, rience. You’ll learn about Massachusetts’ as you practice your techniques in our you can stuff slices with layers of healthy licensing requirements, how to select a kitchen. You’ll learn to embellish with stars, salads made in class—including curried brokerage that’ll help you find your first shaggy mums, rosettes, shells, drop flowers, chicken salad, Farmers Market salad, Israeli clients, and the skills that you’ll need to ribbon roses, and more. Bring six unfrosted eggplant salad, and corn salad. We’ll also be thrive in this profession. cupcakes to the first class and an unfrosted fixing several homemade dressings to top cake to the second class; icing will be sup- our greens, such as lime-salsa, herb, and S210-S14-1 $35 plied by the instructor. You’ll take home curry-mango-chutney. Our instructor will Tuesday July 29 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm an instruction book, decorating tools provide homemade bread for you to sample including tips, bags, parchment triangles, with the fresh salads made in class. Bring Overview of Home spatula, decorator brush, practice board a container for leftovers and the baguette and Condo Buying and more—plus your beautifully decorated dough. Handouts will be provided. A $20 David Miller & Marie Presti, Instructors creations! A $58 materials fee is payable to food fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class. Whether you’re a first time purchaser or the instructor at the first class; see online need a refresher, in today’s real estate mar- class description for complete list of pro- F825-S14-1 $35 ket, it’s more important than ever to be vided materials. Wednesday July 2 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm knowledgeable before purchasing a home F821-S14-1 $89 or condo. Get an overview of the entire 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–9pm Fresh Italian Cooking process, from finding the perfect neighbor- July 1– July 8 hood and selecting a real estate broker, to Annabella Gualdoni, Instructor obtaining favorable financing and hiring an When the heat of summer comes, Italians attorney to protect your investment. We’ll White Wines look for ways to prepare delicious, healthy teach you how the rights and responsibil- From Around The World meals that require minimal or no cooking. ities of condo owners differ from those of Orlee Berlove, Instructor They shop at local produce markets and home owners, and review the primary legal There’s nothing like a glass of chilled white buy fresh, in-season foods. We’ll prepare documents related to each. wine on a warm evening. And you’ve likely ceci (garbanzo) beans with herbs and a ver- satile white bean spread. Fresh herbs will S101-S14-1 $46; $60 (Couple) savored a Pinot Grigio and a Riesling-but how about a crisp Verdejo from Spain or an bring out the flavor of seasonal vegetables Tuesday July 22 @ Newton North 6–9pm aromatic Torrontes from Argentina? Join (the exact vegetable will be determined us as we first explore the classic grapes of by what is available at a local market the France—Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, week of the class). Dessert will be a straw- and Chenin Blanc—then taste local favor- berry-ricotta treat. This class is suitable for ites from Greece, Portugal, Spain, Italy, vegetarians. Bring containers for leftovers. Argentina, and South Africa. A $20 fee is A $16 food fee is included in the tuition. included in the tuition. Class location will Handouts will be provided. be emailed to students. F981-S14-1 $59 F459-S14-1 $55 Wednesday July 30 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm Wednesday July 16 @ Newton 6:30–8pm

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A South Indian Affair Scallion Pancakes & All About Chocolate Shruti Mehta, Instructor Egg Drop Soup Judith Kalaora, Instructor South Indian food remains a secret to Lei Reilley, Instructor Nine out of ten people love chocolate... and much of the world. Unlike the cuisine of Learn the secret to making perfectly flaky the tenth person is lying! What is it about the north, South Indian cuisine is distin- scallion pancakes. This traditional street this delicious and ancient food that makes guished by a greater emphasis on rice as the food of Northern China makes a delicious mouths water? How did chocolate go from staple grain, and the liberal use of coconut snack or appetizer. Combined with a bowl decadent treat to possible super food? oil and curry leaves. It is even more vege- of egg drop soup, you have a perfect light Where does it come from? How is it made? tarian-friendly than North Indian cooking meal. Come for the evening and we’ll pre- And why does it taste so good? This class and incorporates fewer spices and simpler pare this simple, savory flat-cake (with dip- can answer all the questions you’ve ever ingredients. Join us to explore this cuisine; ping sauce) and traditional egg drop soup. had about chocolate. You’ll even learn what you’ll learn to make Dosai (rice and lentil Bring containers for leftovers. Handouts your chocolate preference says about you. crepes), onion and potato bhaji (stew), will be provided. A $10 food fee is payable This class is not for the faint of heart, as and a spicy lentil and vegetable soup called to the instructor at the beginning of class. we will sample some of the best chocolates Sambar. We may create additional dishes from the world over, from white chocolate F219-S14-1 $39 such as Tamarind rice, Pachadi (cucumber to chocolate that is 99% cacao. A $10 food Wednesday July 16 @ Newton South 7–9pm and yogurt), and a popular dessert drink fee is payable to the instructor at the begin- called Payasam or Kesari (cream of wheat ning of class. Halwa). Bring containers for leftovers. Tea-Tasting F989-S14-1 $29; $55 (Couple) Handouts will be provided. A $15 food fee For Summer Time Thursday July 31 @ Newton North 7:30–9pm is payable to the instructor at the beginning Paul Angiolillo, Instructor of class. Which black teas make the best iced and Blue Ribbon BBQ— F168-S14-1 $52 flavored teas? How can you blend herbal Sauces & Rubs Wednesday July 9 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm teas with spices and sweeteners and “real” tea? Learn how to create many refreshing David Schaefer, Instructor and stimulating drinks, both caffeinated Real barbecue is wood-smoked—we’re An Evening of and noncaffeinated, using different teas, not talking burgers and hotdogs. Blue Indian Delight spices, and other ingredients. We’ll taste Ribbon BBQ chef David Schaefer will teach Shruti Mehta, Instructor at least ten top-quality teas from around the essentials for making the real thing. Join us for a night of cooking and culture as the world, including a fine estate tea from We’ll learn about the right cuts of meat, we prepare an authentic Indian vegetarian Ceylon, honeybush vanilla, jasmine; sauces, and seasonings to prepare world dinner. We’ll sauté, stir, and fry a variety of oolong, and a toasted white tea. We’ll pro- class, fall-off-the-bone barbecue. We’ll locally grown vegetables, aromatic spices, vide snacks to complement the teas, and sample Memphis-style spareribs, Carolina- and grains to create a scrumptious dinner. you’ll take home samples. A $5 food fee is style pulled pork, and Texas beef brisket. Come prepared for hands-on participa- payable to the instructor at the beginning Discover how to prepare these meats and tion and be transported to another world. of class. some side dishes that complement them. Possible dishes may include Vegetable Tikka We’ll learn how to make marinades, rubs, F431-S14-1 $29 Masa, Aromatic Pulao (rice with nuts and brines, and sauces, and find out which Thursday July 10 @ Newton North 7–9pm whole spices), Quick Garlic Naan, Zucchini ingredients are used for long, slow barbe- Fritters, and Mango Lassi. Bring containers cue vs. high-temp grilling. Class is mostly for leftovers. Handouts will be provided. A lecture and demo with some hands-on $15 food fee is payable to the instructor at practice. (Real barbecue takes many hours the beginning of class. to prepare, so we won’t complete the entire F108-S14-1 $52 process.) A $10 food fee is included in the tuition. Bring containers for leftovers. Wednesday July 23 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm Handouts will be provided. F197-S14-1 $59 Thursday July 17 @ Newton North 6:30–9pm

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HiSET® (formerly GED®) Home & Garden The Garden Coach Brian Karlsson-Barnes, Instructor Create the perfect garden for your home. new high school New Bring dimensions and pictures of your equivalency test Tips for Pruning & outside space and learn about garden de- As of March 2014, the State of Watering sign. Using different landscaping ideas for Massachusetts Department of Education each student, our instructor (a professional is offering a more affordable and more ac- David Gordon, Instructor landscape designer and gardener) will dis- cessible high school equivalency test. The Showcase your shrubs, trees, and peren- cuss soil, moisture, sun exposure, shade, High School Equivalency Test (HiSET®), nials with proper pruning and seasonally and drainage. In class he will also sketch the first alternative to the GED® test since adjusted watering. Learn the right time to individual outdoor plans for your site. 1942, will include elements that are critical prune, what branches to cut, and when to Handouts will be provided. use hand pruners versus electric trimmers. to providing educational opportunities G173-S14-1 $58 for those who need a second chance to We’ll discuss tool safety and how to thin 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm succeed. At this time, NCE is assessing perennials (hostas and lilies), and explore July 22–July 29 whether it will be able to offer testing. various watering techniques (using rain Watch our website for any updates. For barrels, programming your sprinklers, and more information about the testing and choosing proper watering heads). You’ll available test centers, see hiset.ets.org or also learn about water-friendly mulch, phone 1-855-694-4738. rainwater catch basins, and how to avoid moisture-related plant diseases. Join us and get your yard in tip-top shape to look great New year-round. Handouts will be provided. ® HiSET Tests Preparation G910-S14-1 $35 Joe Green, Instructor Thursday July 10 @ Newton North 7–9pm NCE offers a class to prepare you for taking the five sections of the HiSET®: Writing, Reading, Social Studies, Science, and Math. New Instruction will be individualized when Thinking INSIDE the box: possible. Handouts will be provided. Organize those Photos Floral Arts & Design Cindy Levin, Instructor Q106-S14-1 $205 Penny Andler, Instructor Learn design techniques and flower ar- 5 Tuesdays & 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–9pm You’ll learn from a professional photo orga- ranging skills and create two beautiful nizer how to sort your photos into manage- July 8–August 7 arrangements. After a brief review of able themes; how to use the ABC system to supplies and tools, we’ll cut and condition deal with favorites, duplicates, and keepers; our flowers and design vibrant bouquets and how to keep your photos organized and and centerpieces that will add a touch of stored safely. Bring about 100 developed freshness and warmth to your home. You’ll Give the Gift photographs and/or paper memorabilia assemble a bouquet plus a colorful floral of Learning you want to keep, such as travel brochures, arrangement to welcome summer. Bring a greeting cards, and tickets (about one shoe- Stumped for the perfect gift? small and larger vase to class; all other sup- box-full). You’ll leave with the skills to stay Treat a friend or loved one to plies will be provided. A $20 materials fee organized and an archival-quality photo a class at NCE. We’re happy to is payable to the instructor at the beginning box for your collection. Imagine the peace provide gift certificates in any of class. of mind you’ll finally have, knowing your denomination. treasured memories will be safe! A $35 ma- G710-S14-1 $39 Call 617-559-6999 terials fee (may be slightly less, but it won’t Wednesday July 9 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm to learn more. be more) is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class for a photo box. R275-S14-1 $35 Thursday July 17 @ Newton North 7–9pm

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Languages and reflexive verbs in present and preterit Spanish V: Advanced tenses, direct and indirect object pronouns, Soledad Phelan, Instructor and much more. In-class readings This course is for those who have already Spanish I: Beginner and conversations will help you gain grasped the basics of Spanish grammar Soledad Phelan, Instructor confidence in your language skills. You’ll (present, past, and future tenses and basic ¿Habla usted Español? If you don’t speak be communicating in Spanish from the vocabulary) and who’d like to improve their Spanish, here’s your chance to learn the first day of class. At the end of this course Spanish-speaking skills. Grammar review United States’ second language. In this expect to be more comfortable speaking, will be offered when needed. Immerse class, you’ll be introduced to basic speech listening, writing and reading in Spanish. yourself in discussions of current events, patterns and vocabulary. You will also Required textbook/workbook: Spanish Now Spanish culture, travel, food, and topics of learn simple grammar and idioms through Level I (CDs included), Barron’s, Seventh your choice. Improve your fluency through question and answer drills, written exer- Edition. Handouts will be provided. exercises incorporating idiomatic expres- cises, and dialogues. Required textbook: Prerequisite: our Spanish I, Spanish II, or sions with common verbs, subjunctive the most recent edition of Practical Spanish comparable experience. tenses with adjectival clauses, formal and Grammar by Prado. L112-S14-1 $129 familiar commands, and more. Required L111-S14-1 $114 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–9pm textbook: the most recent edition of The Ultimate Spanish Review and Practice. 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 5:30–7:30pm July 10–July 31 Prerequisite: our Spanish IV class or com- July 1–July 29 parable experience. Spanish IV: Intermediate L116-S14-1 $99 Spanish II: Cecilia McIsaac, Instructor 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 5:30–7:30pm Advanced Beginner Sharpen your conversational, writing, and July 10–July 31 Soledad Phelan, Instructors speaking skills while you improve your Come study prepositions, a and de, con- vocabulary. We’ll review reflexive verbs, trasting uses of verbs, ser and estar (to be), direct and indirect object pronouns, and Spanish Contemporary cardinal numbers, adjectives and more. the preterit indicative tense. You’ll learn Literature We’ll practice the language through read- stem changing verbs: -ar, -er, -ir (in the Soledad Phelan, Instructor ings, role-playing, and conversations. At present and preterit tenses), the imperfect Improve your Spanish-speaking skills as the end of this course, you will be more tense of regular and irregular verbs versus we study contemporary Hispanic literature comfortable speaking, listening, reading the preterite tense, as well as the future entirely en Español. We’ll read, analyze, and writing the language. The required tense. There will be in-class readings, and discuss selections from works by fa- textbook/workbook is Practical Spanish discussions, and exercises to help you mous Latin American writers, including Grammar by Prado. Handouts will be pro- improve your language skills. Expect to Gabriel García Márquez, Mario Vargas vided. Prerequisite: our Absolute Beginner, leave the class more fluent and comfortable Llosa, Carlos Fuentes, and more. You’ll Spanish I class, or comparable experience. conversing in Spanish. Optional textbook: increase your vocabulary, improve your Spanish Now Level I (CDs included), by L579-S14-1 $114 pronunciation, and enhance your language Barron’s, Seventh Edition. Handouts will be skills. Discover wonderful Hispanic tra- 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9:30pm provided. Prerequisite: our Spanish III, or ditions and colloquialisms as we discuss July 1–July 29 comparable experience. picturesque landscapes and meet new and L114-S14-1 $146 interesting characters. Handouts will be Spanish III: 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–9pm provided. Beyond Beginners July 1–July 29 L892-S14-1 $99 Cecilia McIsaac, Instructor 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–9:30pm This class emphasizes vocabulary and July 10–July 31 grammar, stressing correct pronunciation Books and intonation. We will be reviewing the regular and irregular verbs in the present Order your books early by ordering online, tense, verbs ser and estar, adjectives, and by phoning New England Mobile Book Fair numbers. We’ll also learn about regular at 617-527-5817, or by phoning Newtonville and irregular verbs in the preterit tense Books at 617-244-6619. Languages continued on page 20

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New U can Ukulele Arnie Rosen, Instructor This old instrument is a hot new trend. It’s great to learn as an adult trying something new, or as a kid making a first foray into music-making. Its small size and simple fingering make it easy to learn so you can quickly master simple songs to share with New family and friends. In this adult/child Kite & FLIGHT class we’ll cover ukulele basics, including chord progressions, single-note playing, Jeremy Seeger, Instructor and strumming techniques. When you’ve Let’s go fly a kite... let’s make one too! got the basics down, we’ll learn some sing- Satisfy your art and aviation interests alongs for you to share at home. Bring your with this perfect summer family activity. ukulele to class (you can purchase one at You’ll construct your own no-adjustments- Music & Arts in Newton Centre if you needed, easy-flying, 18” kite out of Tyvek, choose, but call in advance to order); one dowels, and string; paint it with patterns uke per person please. Ages 7 and up with that will gleam from afar as the kite blows an adult. in the wind; and learn to “read” your kite Gone Fishing so you can fly it with maximum efficiency KS112-S14-1 $95 Adult/child pair Paul Bruce, Instructor and beauty. At our first class we’ll build $55 Additional student (adult or child) and paint our kites; our second class will 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 5:30–6:30pm Learn to fish the incoming tide for three include aviation tips as well as trial flying July 1–29 fish who congregate around the Duxbury outside. Please bring $5 per kite (adult- Bridge: tautog, black sea bass, and scup. child pairs can choose to make individual You’ll choose a rod-and-reel or a handline; kites or one per pair). Grades 1 and up either way, you’ll bait your hook with de- with an adult. lectable green crab to lure in the tautog, or with clams, which are irresistable to KS114-S14-1 $55 Adult/child pair the scup and black sea bass. Equipment $35 Additional student (adult or child) and bait are provided. Class takes place Tuesday & Wednesday July 8 & 9 @ Newton North rain or shine (because the fish don’t care 4:30–6pm about the weather). Plan ahead and dress Rain date for flying session: Thursday July 10 appropriately for the outdoors. Directions 4:15–5:45pm will be emailed to students. This is a catch- and-release event—sorry, no fish to fry for dinner. Ages 7 and up with an adult (one child per adult please). R243-S14-1 $65 Adult/child pair (kids age 7–15) $45 Additional adult (age 16+) Saturday June 14 @ Duxbury 10:55am–12:25 pm

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River Nature Tour Glass Fusing by Kayak Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Charles River Canoe & Kayak staff, Instructors Make art from glass by fusing. You’ll learn Enjoy a summer evening on the Charles basic glass fusing techniques and play with exploring nature while paddling with pre-cut colored glass pieces, glass powders, your partner. We’ll meet at Nahanton frits, and stringers to create your individual Park to launch our double kayaks and get works. After a series of short demonstra- a quick introduction to paddling strokes. tions and a few fun exercises, adult/child From there we’ll quietly slip into the river, pairs will work side by side to create small poking into coves and shallows to find plates or bowls (one per student), fused Celebrate Earth Day necklaces, and name plates. The finished common and not-so-common wildlife. with Beavers & Otters The river is in our backyard—but who pieces will be available at the NCE office else calls it home? You may see great blue a week after this class. All materials are Paul Bruce, Instructor herons, turtles, several types of ducks, a provided; a $75 materials fee (or $37.50 per Calling all families with inquisitive kids variety of songbirds, and perhaps a snowy student) is payable to the instructor. Ages and adults: join us on an outdoor adventure. egret, cormorant, muskrat, river otter, or 6 and up with an adult; solo adults or kids Take a walk in the woods and along a beaver. Join us to commune with nature over age 15 are welcome as well. meadow to see beaver dams, and collect their wood chips and chewed sticks; see and our Charles River animal friends. Due KS110-S14-1 $45 Adult/child pair where otters cross over dikes, and where to special planning requirements for this $30 Additional family member class, no refunds or discounts are available: and what they eat. Plant milkweed seeds to Wednesday July 16 @ Newton South 5–7pm all registrations are final. Directions will encourage monarch butterflies to lay their be emailed to students. Ages 8–15 with an eggs later in the year. See screech owl adult (one child per adult please). Glass Mosaic houses, eat wild edibles, and perhaps glimpse baby sun turtles enjoying their own R154-P14-1 Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Earth Day get-together. We go rain or shine. $85 Adult/child pair (kids age 8–15) Have fun playing with glass shapes, colors, Directions will be emailed to students. All and textures while you learn basic glass $55 Additional adult (age 16+) ages welcome. Friday June 6 @ Nahanton Park 5–7:30pm mosaic techniques and create a small trivet or decorative piece. First, you’ll create or R233-S14-1 $40 Family up to 3 members choose a simple design to transfer onto a $12 Additional family member wood support. Then you’ll bring this design Saturday May 31 @ Duxbury 9:55–11:25am to life by selecting pre-cut glass pieces from a great selection and gluing them (no glass Soccer Tots cutting is necessary). Once the glue is dry, your instructor will grout your pieces, paint Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors them, and apply finishing touches. Your Why should big kids have all the fun? mosaic pieces will be available at the NCE Toddlers, accompanied by an adult, can office a week after this class. All materials learn the basics of soccer in this fun, non- are provided; a $70 materials fee (or $35 competitive environment. Players will in- per student) is payable to the instructor. crease their sense of balance, improve their Ages 6 and up with an adult; solo adults or coordination and physical movement, and kids over age 15 are welcome as well. have a leg up when they join the big leagues! Wear sneakers and bring a soccer ball and KS111-S14-1 $45 Adult/child pair water bottle. Classes will run unless there’s $30 Additional family member pouring rain; call Thundercat Sports at Wednesday July 30 @ Newton South 5–7pm 781-507-6182 if you are uncertain. Ages 2–3 with an adult (one child per adult please). Sign up for Glass Fusing (KS110) KS05-S14-1 $85 (5–6pm) along with Glass Mosaic (KS111) KS05-S14-2 $85 (6–7pm) and receive a $10 discount. 5 Tuesdays @ Mason Rice Discount will appear at checkout. June 24–July 22

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French I: Beginner create simple dialogues and descriptions. activities, such as getting to know someone, Phil Kaplan, Instructor Required textbook: Prego, 6th edition. dining out, shopping, and planning a trip. Through conversation and written exer- L001-S14-1 $114 We’ll practice listening, speaking, reading, and pronunciation. Our native Chinese in- cises, you’ll learn about French culture as 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–8pm structor will also integrate Chinese culture well as pronunciation, vocabulary, basic July 2–July 30 grammar, and verb tenses. Emphasis will and tradition. Handouts will be provided. be on useful, everyday vocabulary and L120-S14-1 $81 Italian II: phrases, including greetings, time, weather, 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm Beyond Beginner travel, and food. This class is for beginners July 10–July 31 or those who wish to review the fundamen- Nancy Bein, Instructor tals. Required textbook: Ultimate French: Let’s continue to have fun with Italian! This Beginner-Intermediate, by Heminway. elementary class is for students with some Japanese: Beginner Handouts will be provided. basic knowledge of Italian who wish to Scott Wilson, Instructor L102-S14-1 $95 further develop their skills. Using a com- Learn how to read, write, speak and understand basic Japanese. You’ll master 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm municative and inductive approach, you’ll be exposed to Italian through reading small the common Japanese writing systems and July 1–July 29 paragraphs, listening to conversations, and learn fundamental language patterns to watching short videos. Required textbook: understand current Japanese manga (comic French II: Prego, 6th edition and an Italian dictionary. books), music, anime (television shows), and more. We’ll also review Japanese Beyond Beginner L110-S14-1 $95 customs, culture, and other trends that Phil Kaplan, Instructor 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 8–9:30pm have taken the world by storm. Handouts You’ll gain exposure to French through July 2–July 30 conversation, handouts, and written ex- will be provided. ercises. Learn about the culture as well as L333-S14-1 $95 pronunciation, vocabulary, basic grammar, German: 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–8pm and verb tenses. Emphasis will be on use- Beginner & Beyond July 2–July 30 ful, everyday vocabulary and phrases, in- Detlef Kraus, Instructor cluding greetings, time, weather, travel and This class is for beginners, or those who New food. We’ll expand your vocabulary and have had just a smattering of German. Join introduce new tenses. English will be used us and build your skills as you learn about Japanese: Intermediate only when necessary. Required textbook: the language and land. Our focus will be Scott Wilson, Instructor Ultimate French: Beginner-Intermediate by on noun cases, modal verbs and tenses, If you can read and write both hiragana Heminway. Prerequisite: our French I class word order in more complex sentences, and katakana scripts, and know most verb or comparable experience. and general word formation. You’ll im- forms, particles, and common expressions, L230-S14-1 $95 prove your pronunciation and spelling as join us to build your Japanese language 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm you translate and read everyday dialogues. skills. We’ll focus on native Japanese Required textbook: German Conversation July 1–July 29 through in-class discussions and exercises, Demystified by Swick (CDs included). working with books, manga (comic books), L107-S14-1 $95 news, anime (television shows), and more. Italian I: Beginner 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm You’ll improve your understanding of the Nancy Bein, Instructor language and boost your reading, writing, July 1–July 29 Come and have fun learning Italian! This and speaking skills. Handouts will be pro- course is for students who have little or no vided. Prerequisite: our Japanese: Beginner previous knowledge of the language. Using Mandarin Chinese: class or comparable experience. Beginner & Beyond a communicative and inductive approach, L334-S14-1 $95 you will be exposed to Italian through Lei Reilley, Instructor 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm reading small paragraphs, listening to Spoken by one out of every five people in July 1–July 29 conversations and watching short videos. the world, Mandarin Chinese is a major From the start, you’ll use the language to world language. We’ll emphasize conver- sation, focusing on social situations and

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Mind, Body, & Soul New Willing Your Way Experience ESP Jeanne Mayell, Instructor Jeanne Mayell, Instructor Are you feeling stuck or frustrated simply New because you can’t get what you want out of ESP (Extra Sensory Perception) is not just Mindful Intuition life—a new job, losing weight, launching for other people; research shows that psy- a successful project, or writing a book? In Jeanne Mayell, Instructor chic ability is a fundamental human capac- fact, there’s a way to achieve your goals Mindfulness helps you focus, live in the ity. It not only enables us to survive, but it and desires by willing them. Whether it’s moment, and achieve inner peace. But can also provide an inner guidance system in the realm of love, spirituality, or more you can also use Mindfulness to expand to direct us throughout our lives, protect- “worldly” achievements, you can learn how your intuition, provided you know where ing us and enabling us to flourish. Join us to achieve more success. Learn firsthand to look. In this class, we’ll combine this for this presentation and learn about the how to use a technique called “inner practice with the art of intuitive knowing. scientific evidence behind the paranormal. visioning” to break through blocks and Our instructor will guide you through a Come see how your own mind can detect “will” your way to goals. Where there’s a series of deeply relaxing exercises to help the inner workings of another person’s will, there’s a way! you discover how you can use mindful psyche. Bring an open mind and heart, awareness to “read” yourself and others and and come ready to enjoy a mind-expand- P199-S14-1 $44 find your intuition while in the mindful ing evening. Handouts will be provided. Thursday July 17 @ Newton North 6–9pm state. You’ll learn the methods psychics use Sign up for this class along with Mindful to achieve intuitive knowing available to us Intuition (P612) and receive a $10 discount. Certificate Program all. No longer will you have to depend on Discount will appear at checkout. the occasional hunch or dream for inner in Mindfulness & guidance. Join us for a meaningful and P823-S14-1 $44 Psychotherapy Wednesday July 2 @ Newton South 6–9pm supportive group experience. Sign up for The Institute for Meditation & this class along with Experience ESP (P823) Psychotherapy (IMP), in cooperation and receive a $10 discount. Discount will Whispers from with NCE, offers a 9-month program that appear at checkout. the Other Side explores the integration of mindfulness P612-S14-1 $44 David Cohen, Instructor and psychotherapy. Guided by 22 faculty Wednesday July 9 @ Newton South 6–9pm It’s not every day that you can meet some- members, we will investigate the appli- one who has survived a near-death expe- cation of mindfulness to a wide range of clinical populations and conditions, exam- New rience and recovered with an awareness of the afterlife. Join us for an evening with ine Western and Buddhist perspectives on Tarot Made Easy someone who had an extraordinary event health and healing, and meditate together. Jeanne Mayell, Instructor happen to him: after almost dying from an Program runs from Sept. 2014 – May 2015. One of the most powerful and ancient illness, David Cohen discovered that he www.meditationandpsychotherapy.org. psychic tools is the Tarot. A variation of had the ability to connect with his loved today’s playing cards, it stimulates your ones and others who had passed away. imagination and your psychic power. Unusual as it sounds, the phenomenon When you learn this skill, you unearth has become a legitimate topic since the an extraordinary knowing that you never best-selling On Death and Dying (1969) thought possible. But the Tarot is not only by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross. Join David for a for reading other people, it can give you frank discussion about questions such as: profound insights about yourself and your “Where do you go after you pass away?” own life’s direction. In this class you’ll learn “Are our loved ones still with us?” and the Tarot basics, give and receive readings “Are our lives predetermined?” Bring your from each other with instructor guidance, questions and an open mind. The first hour and leave with an experience never to for- David will lecture, the second hour will be get. Bring a Thoth Tarot Deck or purchase a open for readings. large deck from the instructor for $25. P459-S14-1 $39 P295-S14-1 $44 Thursday July 31 @ Newton North 7–9pm Tuesday July 15 @ Newton North 6–9pm

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Mind-Body Healing Living with ADHD Tai Chi: Beginner Judith Swack, Instructor Matthew Reid, Instructor Detlef Kraus, Instructor Mind-body healing is based on the idea The myth that Attention Deficit Tai Chi has been part of Chinese culture that the mind and body are a single entity Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is just a for centuries, and has only recently when it comes to the healing process. It childhood problem has been proven to be become popular in the West. Because of uses specific techniques to quiet the mind, just that, a myth. About 10% of adults have its movement and mind/body focus, the release negative emotions, and facilitate ADHD. This condition can cause you to be positive effects of Tai Chi on balance, healing. In this seminar, you will learn overwhelmed by routine tasks such as laun- relaxation, and sustained mental attention powerful, yet easy to learn methods for dry, bills, meal planning, and paperwork. have been recognized by those who engage communicating directly with your subcon- If you know you have ADHD, suspect you in athletic activities such as dance, skating, scious mind, body, and soul as you release might, or have no idea but need help get- skiing, tennis, golf, and other sports. In this negative emotions and unwanted behav- ting it together, join us to learn about what introduction movement essentials and the iors. Come to class with your questions and ADHD is and how it can affect behavior. mind-body connection will be explored get ready for good discussions. Handouts You’ll come away with some concrete tips in accordance with the principles and will be provided. to be more organized and better manage techniques of Tai Chi. P596-S14-1 $68 your life. Y107-S14-1 $89 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–9:30pm P745-S14-1 $29 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm July 15–July 22 Thursday July 24 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm July 10–July 31

Dating Crash Course Alexander Technique: Training for Hospice Annabella Gualdoni, Instructor Principles for Improving Volunteers Discover numerous dating options, such Posture & Relieving Pain Compassionate Care Hospice staff, Instructors as online services, matchmakers, dating Jill Geiger, Instructor Compassionate Care Hospice Volunteers agencies, and singles events. Learn about Interested in improving your posture, enhance an individual’s quality of life in their advantages and disadvantages. We’ll moving with ease, and reducing stiffness, just one-to-two hours per week, engaging design a personal dating strategy and create pain, and tension? Poor posture, stress, and in activities such as playing music, holding a personal profile; you’ll take home a list neck/back/shoulder pains are often caused hands, reading, writing letters or simply sit- of local resources. Then you’ll fine-tune a by unrecognized habits of tension. The ting quietly. During this three-week course, long-term plan and receive practical dating Alexander Technique provides the means you’ll be introduced to hospice team mem- advice. We’ll also discuss how to manage a to restore our innate good posture, balance, bers, including the nurse, social worker, and dating life-style and set long-term relation- and poise by teaching how to recognize chaplain. You’ll be trained in the philoso- ship goals. and unlearn these common habits. For over phy of hospice, end-of-life medical issues, P819-S14-1 $35 100 years, actors, musicians, athletes, and family dynamics, communication, grief Tuesday July 29 @ Newton North 7–9pm others have used this practical, educational and loss, and spiritual care. Please join us method to reduce tension and stress and to for this introspective exploration and adopt experience lasting relief from chronic pain. our unique and compassionate approach Yoga for Well-Being This class will introduce the technique: to care of the mind, body, and spirit at the Elizabeth Armstrong, Instructor its history, principles, and application to end of life. Volunteers are supervised by the Whether you are new to yoga or continuing everyday activities. Tuition includes one Volunteer Coordinator and supported by in your practice, this class is designed to in- private lesson outside of class. members of the patient care team. crease flexibility, strength, and well-being. Y103-S14-1 $48 Y214-S14-1 $6 In addition to physical poses, we will work 2 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7:30–9pm 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–9pm with breathing and meditation to quiet the July 2–July 9 July 8–July 22 mind and restore the spirit. Avoid eating a large meal before class. Wear comfortable clothing; bring a yoga mat and a towel. Kripalu Yoga Y180-S14-1 $124 Ben Cohen, Instructor 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:45pm Wednesdays at Newton South July 1–July 29 See page 3 for class details.

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Music & Theatre Arts Play the Dulcimer is about. Bring an acoustic or electric Jeremy Seeger, Instructor guitar with an optional small practice amp Join the ranks of Joni Mitchell, Cyndi or other instruments. New and returning Intro to Guitar Lauper, and other dulcimer-playing icons. students welcome. Arnold Rosen, Instructor Learn fundamentals of the instrument, M156-S14-1 $84 Gain a strong foundation in the basics of including strumming techniques, and how 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm this versatile instrument by learning to play to tune and replace strings. We’ll start with July 10–July 31 songs. Building from week to week, we’ll basic melodies and then build a repertoire cover the fundamentals of holding, tuning, of songs. You’ll experiment with compos- and playing the guitar. You’ll develop finger ing your own pieces and we’ll make music Hand Drumming strength, dexterity, and muscle memory together as a group. A $20 materials fee is The DrumConnection staff, Instructors while learning chords, melodies, and payable to the instructor at the beginning Explore the rhythms of West Africa, Cuba, rhythms. Whether you’re just learning or of the first class; this will cover a copy of and Brazil in this hands-on course. We’ll returning after a break, this course will help The Dulcimer Book by Jean Ritchie, as well play indigenous rhythms on the conga, you build the skills for playing on your own as picks and strings if you need them. Bring ashiko, and djembe drums, and you’ll see or with others. The music will be deter- your dulcimer (you can purchase one at and hear how hand drumming is used to mined by students’ interests. Bring a guitar Music & Arts in Newton Centre if you express and communicate. Bring a hand along with a folder, and a pen or a pencil. choose, but please call in advance to order). drum of your choice to the first session, or Handouts will be provided. No experience necessary. you can rent from The DrumConnection M106-S14-1 $73 M787-S14-1 $86 (call 781-316-8068 to arrange this). A $5 materials fee for the DrumConnection 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–7:30pm 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm Hand Drumming for Beginners book is July 2–July 30 July 10–July 31 payable to the instructor at the beginning of the first class. New and returning Play the Ukulele The Dulcimer: Continuing students welcome. Arnold Rosen, Instructor Jeremy Seeger, Instructor M109-S14-1 $105 Tiptoe through the tulips as you strum You are familiar with the dulcimer and can 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm your ukulele. A cross between the guitar play a few tunes. Now solidify your playing, July 1–July 29 and banjo, this little instrument has been build repertoire, and above all find what around since the late 1800’s. We’ll cover you need to enjoy playing your dulcimer. ukulele basics, including chord progres- The emphasis will be on playing music of Piano: Beginner & Beyond sions, single-note playing, and right hand your choice plus learning to play along with Detlef Kraus, Instructor strumming techniques. We’ll also demon- unfamiliar tunes. Sources for finding mu- The piano is a great first instrument to strate and teach you numerous playing sic will be explored. Bring your dulcimer. learn. The layout of the keyboard makes it styles. Whether you’re a fan of Amanda Prerequisite: our Play the Dulcimer class or easy to visualize scales, chords, and other Palmer, Don Ho, or Tiny Tim, you can en- comparable experience. elements of music theory, but above all, the tertain friends with a favorite tune as you M473-S14-1 $86 piano is fun to play. This class will teach learn to play this fun instrument. Bring the fundamentals while helping you build a 4 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm your ukulele to class (you can purchase one simple repertoire. Topics include note read- July 10–July 31 at Music & Arts in Newton Centre if you ing, time and key signatures, rhythm and choose, but call in advance to order). No meter, simple harmony, and chords. You’ll experience necessary. Blues Jam be able to play simple songs after just a few M470-S14-1 $73 Phil Kaplan, Instructor lessons. We’ll touch upon classical, pop, blues, and jazz music (depending on the 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 5:30–6:30pm Guitarists and non-guitarists: Come play interests of the class). A keyboard will be July 2–July 30 together, and have the opportunity to share songs you know and like. The setting provided. No experience necessary. will be an informal and laid-back jam. M113-S14-1 $105 We’ll play a few classic tunes in the blues 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:45–9:15pm repertoire. You’ll have the opportunity July 1–July 29 to play music of your choice, or just play along with others and learn what jamming

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Instant Piano Improvisational Acting: Online Courses for Busy People Beginning Valerie Lyons, Instructor Judith Kalaora, Instructor You don’t need years of weekly lessons to The beauty and magic of improvisational ED2GO Online Courses play piano. In fact, you can learn enough in performance flow from an actor’s ability If you’d love to learn something new but can’t one evening to unlock your musical talent. to be “in the moment” completely. This find a course that fits your busy schedule, How do we do it? While most piano instruc- form of theatre takes shape with little or sign up for an online class and learn from tors teach note reading, here you’ll discover no advance planning. Join us to learn the home. Courses available include: business the system the pros use. You’ll learn all the fundamental principles of improv. You’ll administration, design, writing, Internet use, chords needed to play almost any song. take the stage with supportive ensemble computer certification preparation, personal Work on several songs in class, then perfect members as you try different improv styles. enrichment, test preparation, health care your technique at home. If you can find mid- We’ll start with acting warmups and ease management, cursos en español, and more. dle C and know the meaning of Every Good into a variety of theater games and exercises All you need is an email account and Internet Boy Does Fine, you know enough to begin. A to develop and enhance your skills. You will access. Lessons are posted twice a week for $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor use your instincts and imagination to create six weeks (12 lessons total). You have access at the beginning of class for a study book unique characters with strong objectives, to discussions, exercises, and quizzes for the and CD. No experience necessary. and learn to incorporate movement and duration of the course. M123-S14-1 $48 physicality with special attention to voice Step 1: Go to www.ed2go.com/newtoncomed and diction. Come explore this special art to select a class and to register with Ed2Go. Wednesday July 16 @ Newton South 6–9pm form that can sharpen your ability to think Step 2: Return to NCE’s website, click on your feet and build your confidence in Online Classes, then select a class. Log into Play Piano by Ear public speaking. your NCE account (or create an account). Valerie Lyons, Instructor M569-S14-1 $105 Select a fee, and pay. For any one class that Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries: 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm costs more than $99, you must call NCE at how to play songs without relying on mu- 617-559-6999 to make your payment. July 1–July 29 sic. Join us for an evening that includes Step 3: Return to www.ed2go.com/ predicting chord progressions, learning newtoncomed and start your class. Please from recordings, and transposing. Expand Improvisational Acting: register at least 48 hours before class starts. your musical horizons, free yourself from Advanced Call 617-559-6999 if you have questions. sheet-music dependence, and be the life Judith Kalaora, Instructor $99 for one class, $198 for two, $297 for three of the party. A $30 materials fee is payable Spark your sense of humor and imagina- C900-S14-1 July 16 – September 15 to the instructor at the beginning of class tion, as you improve your improvisational C900-S14-2 August 20 – October 20 for a study book and CD. Prerequisite: our comedic skills, timing, and techniques. Instant Piano (M123) class or comparable We’ll further explore Playback Theatre, Career Training Programs experience with a basic understanding of a form of improvisation in which group chords on any instrument. members tell stories from their lives and Prepare for employment in some of today’s M124-S14-1 $48 perform them on the spot. We’ll practice hottest careers with a comprehensive, affordable, and self-paced online Career Wednesday July 23 @ Newton South 6–9pm exercises to view and evaluate these experi- ences from different perspectives. You’ll be Training Program. Upon successful com- surprised at the scenes we develop together pletion of all required coursework, you will receive a Certificate of Completion. Check out these as your courage grows and your fear van- Programs include: Business & Professional, other programs: ishes in a supportive and creative environ- ment. Come ready to laugh. Prerequisite: Healthcare & Fitness, Management & • Tennis, page 12 our Improvisational Acting class (M569) or Corporate, Media & Design, Hospitality • Celebrate Earth Day with Beavers comparable experience. & Gaming, Skilled Trades & Industrial, & Otters, page 19 and IT & Software Development. Courses M811-S14-1 $105 are self-paced; you may begin at any time. • Thinking Inside the Box: Organize 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 8–9:30pm Those Photos, page 16 All materials and software are included. July 1–July 29 Payment plans available. • Family programs can be found on pages 18 and 19. C800-S14-1 June 10–September 21 Price & sessions vary. Start anytime @ your home.

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Recreation River Nature Tour Writing by Kayak Charles River Canoe & Kayak staff, Instructors New New Enjoy a summer evening on the Charles Gone Fishing exploring nature while paddling with your Inspired by Art: Paul Bruce, Instructor partner. We’ll meet at Nahanton Park to Ekphrasis Poetry Learn to fish the incoming tide for three launch our double kayaks and get a quick Tracy Marks, Instructor kinds of fish who congregate around the introduction to paddling strokes. From Writers can fuel their own creativity by Duxbury Bridge: tautog, black sea bass, and there we’ll quietly slip into the river, poking vicariously entering the world of a painting scup. You’ll choose a rod-and-reel or hand- into coves and shallows to find common and or sculpture, then writing ekphrastic line; either way, you’ll bait your hook with not-so-common wildlife. The river is in our (art-inspired) poems. In this course, you’ll delectable green crab to lure in the tautog, backyard—but who else calls it home? You first study sample poems, you’ll do in-class or with clams, which are irresistable to the may see great blue herons, turtles, several writing exercises inspired by pictures. scup and black sea bass. All equipment and types of ducks, a variety of songbirds, and For our third class, we’ll take a field trip bait is provided. Class takes place rain or perhaps a snowy egret, cormorant, muskrat, to the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston shine (because the fish don’t care about the river otter, or beaver. Join us to commune where you’ll begin writing a poem on a weather). Plan ahead and dress appropri- with nature and our Charles River animal painting of your choice. For examples of ately for the outdoors. Directions will be friends. Due to special planning require- ekphrasis poetry, see www.windweaver. emailed to students. This is a catch-and-re- ments for this class, no refunds or discounts com/poetry/ekphrasis.htm. Tuition lease event—sorry, no fish to fry for dinner. are available: all registrations are final. does not include MFA admission fee; Ages 7 and up with an adult (one child per Directions will be emailed to students. Ages on Wednesday evenings admission is by adult please). 8-15 with an adult (one child per adult). donation paid by student. R243-S14-1 R154-S14-1 W179-S14-1 $114 $65 Adult/child pair (kids age 8-15) $85 Adult/child pair (kids age 8-15) 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:45–9:15pm $45 Add’l adult (age 16+) $55 Add’l adult (age 16+) July 9–July 30 Saturday June 14 @ Duxbury 10:55am–12:25pm Friday June 6 @ Nahanton Park 5–7:30pm Write Now! Bicycle Repair & Judith Poole, Instructor Maintenance Let your pen take the lead in this facilitated Farina’s Bicycle Center staff, Instructors workshop, and discover what your “writer Don’t get stranded with a flat tire, a broken within” wants to say. Write for the sheer chain, or a loose nut. Learn basic mainte- joy of it, bypassing your internal critic. nance and roadside repairs in a fun, non-in- Whether you write all the time, hope to timidating environment. You’ll get hands-on do so but haven’t gotten around to it, or practice in changing a flat, removing a your writing has lost its spark, enjoy the wheel, adjusting brakes, tightening the chain, magic that occurs when a group engages and more. Handouts show diagrams and list in the creative process together. We’ll use the most commonly used tools. Don’t bring various exercises to call out the muse, and your bicycle to class; in-store bikes will be you’ll have a chance to read and receive used for practice. (You’ll receive a coupon feedback if you wish. Suggested reading worth 10% off accessories purchased on before class: Writing Down the Bones, by the day of class.) Location: Farina’s Bicycle Natalie Goldberg. Center, 61 Galen St., Watertown. W143-S14-1 $114 R100-S14-1 $35 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm Saturday June 21 @ Farina’s Bicycle Center July 1–July 29 9:15–11:15am

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Kids New Glass Fusing U can Ukulele Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Arnie Rosen, Instructor Make art from glass by fusing. You’ll learn basic glass fusing techniques and play with Family Programs This old instrument is a hot new trend. It’s pre-cut colored glass pieces, glass powders, great to learn as an adult trying something frits, and stringers to create your individual new, or as a kid making a first foray into New works. After a series of short demonstra- music-making. Its small size and simple Kite & FLIGHT tions and a few fun exercises, adult/child fingering make it easy to learn, so you pairs will work side by side to create small Jeremy Seeger, Instructor can quickly master simple songs to share plates or bowls (one per student), fused Let’s go fly a kite... let’s make one too! with family and friends. In this adult/child necklaces, and name plates. The finished Satisfy your art and aviation interests class we’ll cover ukulele basics, including pieces will be available at the NCE office with this perfect summer family activity. chord progressions, single-note playing, a week after this class. All materials are You’ll construct your own no-adjustments- and strumming techniques. When you’ve provided; a $75 materials fee (or $37.50 per needed, easy-flying, 18” kite out of Tyvek, got the basics down, we’ll learn some sing- student) is payable to the instructor. Ages dowels, and string; paint it with patterns alongs for you to share at home. Bring your 6 and up with an adult; solo adults or kids that will gleam from afar as the kite blows ukulele to class (you can purchase one at over age 15 are welcome as well. in the wind; and learn to “read” your kite Music & Arts in Newton Centre if you so you can fly it with maximum efficiency choose, but call in advance to order); one KS110-S14-1 $45 Adult/child pair and beauty. At our first class we’ll build uke per person please. Ages 7 and up with $30 Additional family member and paint our kites; our second class will an adult. Wednesday July 16 @ Newton South 5–7pm include aviation tips as well as trial flying Adult/child pair outside. Please bring $5 per kite (adult/ KS112-S14-1 $95 child pairs can choose to make individual $55 Additional student (adult or child) Glass Mosaic kites or one per pair). Grades 1 and up 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 5:30–6:30pm Michel L’Huillier, Instructor with an adult. July 1–29 Have fun playing with glass shapes, colors, KS114-S14-1 $55 Adult/child pair and textures while you learn basic glass mosaic techniques and create a small trivet $35 Additional student (adult or child) Gone Fishing or decorative piece. First, you’ll create or Tuesday & Wednesday July 8 & 9 @ Newton North Paul Bruce, Instructor choose a simple design to transfer onto a Learn to fish the incoming tide for three 4:30–6pm wood support. Then you’ll bring this design kinds of fish who congregate around the Rain date for flying session: Thursday July 10 to life by selecting pre-cut glass pieces from Duxbury Bridge: tautog, black sea bass, 4:15–5:45pm a great selection and gluing them (no glass and scup. You’ll choose a rod-and-reel or cutting is necessary). Once the glue is dry, handline; either way, you’ll bait your hook your instructor will grout your pieces, paint with delectable green crab to lure in the them, and apply finishing touches. Your tautog, or with clams, which are irresistable mosaic pieces will be available at the NCE to the scup and black sea bass. Equipment More office a week after this class. All materials and bait are provided. Class takes place rain Family Programs are provided; a $70 materials fee (or $35 or shine (because the fish don’t care about per student) is payable to the instructor. Celebrate Earth Day the weather). Plan ahead and dress appro- Ages 6 and up with an adult; solo adults or priately for the outdoors. Directions will be with Beavers & Otters kids over age 15 are welcome as well. emailed to students. This is a catch-and-re- River Nature Tour lease event—sorry, no fish to fry for dinner. KS111-S14-1 $45 Adult/child pair by Kayak Ages 7 and up with an adult (one child per $30 Additional family member adult please). Soccer Tots Wednesday July 30 @ Newton South 5–7pm R243-S14-1 See Family Programs on $65 Adult/child pair Sign up for Glass Fusing (KS110) along with page 19 for details. $45 Additional adult (age 16+) Glass Mosaic (KS111) and receive a $10 Saturday June 14 @ Duxbury 10:55am–12:25pm discount. Discount will appear at checkout.

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For High Schoolers SAT Verbal Review drive alone with the instructor. A cancel- Jacqueline Clark, Instructor lation fee of $30 applies if students cancel driving lessons with less than 24-hours Do you cringe when you hear the letters Write Successful Essays notice, or arrive for driving lessons without S-A-T? Fear no more! Become familiar a buddy, or without a permit. When you for your with the structure of the verbal section of register, you’ll get a contract with Newton College Application the SAT Reasoning test: learn to approach Driving School. You must fill out and sign Jacqueline Clark, Instructor sentence completion, critical reading, the contract, and bring it to your first class. and the writing component of the test. Writing a standout essay doesn’t happen Bring a notebook and pen to each class. overnight. In this class, you’ll work with a By getting comfortable with the types of professional writer who will help you choose questions and the methods used to answer KH18-S14-1 $635 your topic and improve your writing style. them, you will become more confident in Monday-Friday @ Newton South 10am–4:45pm We’ll start by discussing what colleges are approaching the test. We’ll use class time to June 23–June 27 looking for (an essay that reflects who you build your skills and to practice test-taking KH18-S14-2 $635 under time constraints and simulated con- are), and then, you’ll write. You’ll receive Monday–Friday @ Newton North 10am–4:45pm ditions. The text is The Official SAT Study weekly written feedback on your essays and July 7–July 11 helpful critiques from your classmates. By Guide, published by the College Board. KH18-S14-3 $635 the end of class, you’ll be well on your way KH07-S14-1 $175 Monday-Friday @ Newton South 10am–4:45pm towards completion of your two Common Monday–Thursday @ Newton South 12:30–2:30pm August 18–August 22 Application essays, and you’ll have a handle August 18–August 21 on other essays your college applications KH18-S14-4 $635 KH07-S14-2 $175 may require. Bring pencils and paper, or Monday-Friday @ Newton North 10am–4:45pm Monday-Thursday @ Newton South 10am–12pm a laptop, if you have one, and a completed August 25–August 29 copy of our Background Info form, which is August 18–August 21 available under Forms on our website. Driver’s Ed Driver’s Ed KH14-S14-1 $175 Parent Training 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8pm Newton Driving School, Instructors Newton Driving School, Instructors July 1–July 22 When you successfully complete a course in In this required course, parents will learn KH14-S14-2 $175 Driver’s Education, you can get your license about the Driver’s Ed curriculum, the ju- before the age of 18. The course requires: 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–8pm nior operator’s law, and the driving skills July 2–July 23 • 30 hours of classroom instruction and behaviors that their children will be • a two-hour parent training session taught. The fee is included in the Driver’s SAT Math Review • 12 hours of driving instruction Ed class tuition. Divya Balakrishnan, Instructor • six hours of driver observation time KH09-S14-1 Secrets to the SAT revealed! Prepare You can enroll in Driver’s Ed classroom Wednesday July 2 @ Newton South 6–8pm lessons at the age of 15 years 9 months, yourself for the math portion of the SAT KH09-S14-2 and begin road lessons at age 16 with a Reasoning test. We’ll review concepts in Thursday July 10 @ Newton North 6–8pm arithmetic, algebra, and geometry, and we’ll valid learner’s permit. Tuition includes all explore test-taking strategies as well so you classroom and on-the-road time, as well KH09-S14-3 can approach the exam with confidence. The as the $15 fee to the Registry of Motor Tuesday August 26 @ Newton North 6–8pm text is The Official SAT Study Guide, pub- Vehicles for a Certificate of Completion of lished by the College Board. Driver Education. Tuition does not include Registry fees for your permit and license. KH06-S14-1 $175 Classes are held at the high schools; road Monday-Thursday @ Newton South 10am–12pm lessons are scheduled between the student August 18–August 21 and the driving school. The City of Newton KH06-S14-2 $175 requires that our student drivers set up Monday-Thursday @ Newton South 12:30–2:30pm lesson times with a buddy; no student can August 18–August 21

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Babysitting & Need Help Planning your Summer? Use the “Summer At a Glance” chart on our website for CPR week-by-week scheduling (and see page 29 for what we’ve added). Or call us for personal assistance. Babysitting & safety training Juanita Allen Kingsley , Instructor Art Lab Become an expert babysitter with Arts... this American Academy of Pediatrics Susan Paquette, Instructor course. Learn the basics of infant Actors studio Fuel your mad scientist tendencies in our and childcare, as well as how to react Michelle Mount, Instructor secret art lab. Recreate NASA’s Mars Rover responsibly to medical emergencies Actors and actresses, get ready to hit the robot and the rocky surface of the orange and injuries, perform first aid for stage. If you’re trying out for a show, crav- planet, use modeling clay to sculpt sea common childhood injuries and ill- ing that opportunity to showcase your creatures that swim in a recycled ecosys- nesses, and set up and run your own talent, or just looking to express yourself, tem, and make a real ocean-in-a-bottle. successful babysitting business. You this class is for you! Our days will include Conduct gooey experiments to develop will receive a certificate of completion diverse acting exercises, physical and vocal workable tempera paint with egg yolks and at the end of the course, as well as our warm-ups, and improvisational games. powdered pigments, and then use the paint BLAST (Babysitter Lessons and Safety You’ll perform scenes from plays and in your own artwork. Explore the artistic Training) manual for future reference. books, learn basic acting concepts, see beauty of green slime as you navigate the Ages 11 and up. how plays are produced, and build your polymer dimension—snazzy science for the KM19-S14-1 $70 confidence in front of an audience. On the adventurous artist! Grades K–3. Tuesday June 24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm last day, we’ll present a revue performance KS88-S14-1 $225 for family and friends. Students who have June 23–27 @ Newton South 9am–12pm taken our school-year class, join us this Pediatric First Aid & summer for more acting opportunities. KS88-S14-2 $225 CPR Grades 1–5. August 18–22 @ Newton North 9am–12pm Juanita Allen Kingsley , Instructor KS103-S14-1 $225 If you’re caring for kids, you need to August 4–8 @ Newton North 1–4:30pm Art Odyssey know how to respond in a first-aid Elisa Ng, Instructor emergency. In this class, you’ll learn to Join us on an art adventure. Dive under the handle injuries and manage illness until Art Blastoff! sea and make sand paintings or origami sea help arrives. We’ll cover first aid basics; Susan Paquette, Instructor creatures, take a trip to the zoo and make medical, injury, and environmental Art lovers unite! Enjoy an art project a day. paper-crafted cages with model magic emergencies; and pediatric CPR. This Sculpt 3-D wearable baseball caps, use col- animals, or zoom into outer space on a American Heart Association course ored pencils to draw endangered species, flying saucer. On our last day we’ll travel meets the requirements for camp coun- create Pop art paintings like Andy Warhol, around the world and make projects related selors, child care providers, babysitters, design modern art wire sculptures with to the different countries we visit. We’ll and more. You will receive a CPR cer- nylon and acrylic, and experiment with wa- enjoy drawing, painting, sculpture, and tification at the completion of the class. tercolor and illustration techniques. We’ll working with hand-molded air-drying clay, Ages 11 and up. have a drawing game and a contest on the and we’ll make 3-D pieces such as puppets KM20-S14-1 $70 last day. The sky is the limit and this class and masks. Bring your imagination and a Wednesday June 25 @ Newton South will be a blast! Grades K–3. smock, and prepare yourself for a creative 9am–12pm KS92-S14-1 $185 journey. Grades 1–3. June 30–July 3 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS107-S14-1 $245 Sign up for Babysitting & Safety Training KS92-S14-2 $225 July 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm (KM19) along with Pediatric First Aid & August 11–15 @ Newton North 1–4pm CPR (KM20) and receive a $10 discount. Discount will appear at checkout.

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Art Studio Intensive: Cartoon Creations KS13-S14-2 $255 (Grades 3–6)* Charcoal & Pastel Susan Funk, Instructor July 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm Painting Look out all superheroes, villains, and Glazing session: Thursday July 17; 6–8pm Alma Bella Solis, Instructor princesses! Here’s your opportunity to cre- KS13-S14-3 $255 (Grades 3–6)* If you’re serious about drawing and want to ate your own crazy characters, monsters, July 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm stretch yourself further, join us for this stu- fairies, or just-a-nice-guy-next-doors. Learn Glazing session: Thursday July 24; 6–8pm dio class. Using a combination of charcoal the how-to’s of cartooning and draw your *Sign up for these two back–to–back sessions pencils and dry/soft pastels, you’ll produce very own fabulous creations, complete with and receive a $10 discount. More projects for backgrounds, cool lettering, and funky your own compositions interpreting a the serious potter! still-life model constructed by our instruc- stories. First we’ll work on drawing things tor. You’ll learn the methods of outline, realistically to transform them into origi- contour, shading, blending, detailing and nal cartoons, then we’ll work on storyline Crazy Crafts connectedness in achieving proportion and sequencing, and finally you’ll make an Sophia Ng & Elisa Ng, Instructors perspective. Expect your final work to be eye-catching cover to wrap up your final Challenge your creativity and your fingers’ worthy of acceptance to the MFA. Please product. Bring a 12x18 sketchpad or draw- flexibility. Discover Ductivities and make bring the following materials: a desktop ing paper, regular and colored pencils and/ assorted cool and colorful wallets, pencil easel, 18” x 24” drawing pad (not sketching or colored markers, a black fine marker, and pouches, or flowers out of duct tape; mess pad), assorted charcoal pencils (a boxed erasers to class. Students who have taken around with modeling clay and mix colors set is fine), knead eraser (if not included our school-year class, join us this summer to to make animal figurines and charms; and in your pencil kit), tri-tip white eraser, dry delve deeper into cartooning. Grades 2–5. play with paper to make exciting 2-D and pastel chalks, and blending stumps. All KS108-S14-1 $225 3-D projects including origami toys and an- levels welcome. Grades 3-9. August 25–29 @ Newton South 1–4:30pm imals. We’ll try unit origami and make geo- KS60-S14-1 $225 gami pencil holders too, and we’ll explore paper quilling and paper mechanic models. July 28–August 1 @ Newton South 1–4pm Clay Workshop Great fun for the crafty one! Grades 2–5. Laya Steinberg, Instructor KS105-S14-1 $245 Cartooning From the functional to the whimsical, make July 28–August 1 @ Newton South 1–4:30pm Susan Paquette, Instructor just about anything you want from clay. Walt Disney, here we come! Learn to draw Learn handbuilding fundamentals, and characters from books, television, mov- techniques for creating pinch pots, slabs, ies, and video games. With step-by-step coils, and sculptures; try some wheelthrow- instructions, you’ll work on some crazy ing too (it’s not as easy as it looks!). You’ll characters, paying close attention to draw- select your best pieces to glaze with the New Classes! ing hands, feet, and facial expressions. We’ll colors and patterns of your choice. This class These classes are new explore anime-style drawing as well, and includes lots of one-on-one expert guid- and did not appear in our create animated flip books of your draw- ance; you will work as an individual and in previous catalog: ings. Your final project will include hand- a group to explore, design, and refine your • Art Studio Intensive, painted animation cels of your favorite work. Tuition includes materials, firing fees, page 29 character to mount for display. Grades K–3. and an additional session to be held from 6 to 8pm on a Thursday night following this • Babysitting & CPR, page 28 KS91-S14-1 $225 class for glazing selected pieces. Parents are • New sections of: Wicked June 23–27 @ Newton South 1–4pm welcome to attend the glazing session—see Cool Vet School, page 34, KS91-S14-2 $225 dates below. Basketball, page 36, & August 11–15 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS13-S14-1 $255 (Grades 1–3) Minecraft Mastercrafts, June 23–27 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm page 33 Glazing session: Thursday July 10; 6–8pm • Lots of Family Programs, KS13-S14-4 $255 (Grades 1–3) pages 18–19 July 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm Glazing session: Thursday July 31; 6–8pm

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Kids Cooking Green Project Runway Kids Cooking Green staff, Instructors Nicole Donson, Instructor Celebrate summer and learn to cook with Impress your friends and turn your fashion foods native to New England—blueberry designs into stylish clothes in this creative cobbler, local cod cakes, tomato mozzarella sewing class. Sketch your fashion design sliders, fresh fruit sorbets, and more. At ideas; choose your fabric; and then learn to each class we’ll highlight a different recipe, create your own pattern, or trace, pin, cut, focusing on proper cooking techniques or otherwise alter a store-bought one to and knife skills as we prepare our own your liking. Learn basic machine and hand gourmet lunch to share each day. You’ll go sewing techniques or advance the skills home with recipes and a full belly, and also you already have—you’ll get instructor knowledge of what’s local, nutritious, and guidance every step of the way, from initial tastes great! concept to finished clothing designed just by you. Fabrics and sewing supplies will be KS100-S14-1 $235 (Grades 3–5) provided. All levels welcome. Grades 4–9. June 30–July 3 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm KS71-S14-1 $255 KS100-S14-2 $295 (Grades 6–8) June 23–27 @ Newton South 1–4:30pm July 7–11 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm KS71-S14-2 $205 June 30–July 3 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm Fabric Painting Newton ROCKS! KS71-S14-3 $255 Nicole Donson, Instructor Caleb Cutler, Instructor August 11–15 @ Newton South 1–4:30pm Here’s a whole new outlet for your artistic It’s rock n’ roll, or it’s jazz, pop, or whatever creativity and imagination! Learn popular you come up with—it’s Newton’s hottest silk and fabric painting and decorating new band, yet to be formed. Bring your Public Speaking techniques using non-toxic colorfast dyes, instrument, or come ready to sing. We’ll Boot Camp fabric paints, markers, and more. You’ll play cover songs or your originals, and Kim Vanaman, Instructor mix colors, thicken dyes, print with rub- arrange them to showcase your talents. Conquer your inner fears or unleash your ber stamps, and use salt to make beautiful We’ll choose repertoire, work on instru- inner ham. Gain the skills and confidence starbursts and dynamic patterns. Create mentation and vocals, and record your you need to successfully speak in public, original artwork to make iron-on designs, work for posterity (or YouTube’s Top 40). whether it’s in class, at a meeting, or as a fu- and finish off your work with colorful Taught by one of Newton’s most versatile ture speech competitor. Through a variety sequins, buttons, or embroidery. Make a and best-known music teachers, this pro- of exercises, games, and activities (as well scarf, sun-catcher, pillowcase, tote bag, or gram is sure to be a great learning expe- as a lot of practice speaking in front of this T-shirt—your choice of projects and styles rience and a ton of fun. All instruments group), we’ll explore the many aspects of is endless. Materials will be provided but welcome—wind, brass, and string players public speaking, work on a variety of pre- you can bring fabric or clothing from home too! Instrumentalists should have at least sentation styles, learn how to prepare our- too. Wear old clothes or a smock to class. one year of experience on their instrument. selves physically and mentally for speaking, Grades 5–9. KS73-S14-1 $255 (Grades 3–6) and have fun in a relaxed and entertaining July 7–11 @ Newton North 1–4:30pm KS30-S14-1 $235 environment. The skills you learn here will last a lifetime. Our final class will include KS73-S14-2 $255 (Grades 3–6) July 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm an informal performance for family and July 14–18 @ Newton North 1–4:30pm KS30-S14-2 $235 friends. Bring a spiral notebook, 3x5 cards, July 14–18 @ Newton North 1–4:30pm KS73-S14-3 $255 (Grades 1–4) pens, pencils, and a favorite book. New and July 21–25 @ Newton North 1–4:30pm returning students welcome. Grades 5–9. KS73-S14-4 $255 (Grades 1–4) KS24-S14-1 $225 August 4–8 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm July 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm KS24-S14-2 $225 August 18–22 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm

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Sew What! 3-D Sculpture Young Broadway Nicole Donson, Instructor Susan Paquette, Instructor Amanda Dodson, Instructor Amaze yourself and your friends with the Think beyond paper and pencil—it’s time Ride your magic carpet to two weeks filled great projects you’ll make in this class. to go 3-D! Use a wide variety of materials with games, acting, music, and movement. Choose to sew stuffed animals, doll cloth- to make modern and fine art projects. We’ll explore the musical fantasy Aladdin, ing and life-size dolls, decorative pillows, Create giant ice cream cones out of paper and everyone will perform different parts mini hand bags, hats, mittens, and more. maché, construct modern sculptures of of this “diamond-in-the-rough” tale daily. First we’ll focus on hand sewing—learning wire and wood, and design wearable cow- Using a variety of fabrics, paints, and other to cut fabric, thread large eye needles, and boy/cowgirl hats and decoupage cereal box craft materials, we’ll work together to design tie knots—and then you’ll learn to thread a beach totes. You’ll work with the following costumes and scenery for the unbelievable sewing machine and operate it safely, sew media: boxes, cardboard, paper maché, sights of Aladdin and Jasmine’s whole new straight stitches, and make a simple tote nylon, wire, wood, paint, Styrofoam, con- world. The wonderful music from this show bag, pillow, or skirt by machine. You’ll sew tact paper, and other miscellaneous craft will provide inspiration for us to stretch our at your own pace with lots of instructor supplies. Join us in the third dimension! bodies as well as our creativity. We will pro- guidance. Fabrics and sewing supplies will Grades K–3. duce our own innovative version of the show be provided. All levels welcome. Grades 4–9. KS89-S14-1 $185 to share with family and friends on our last day. Ages 4–8. KS77-S14-1 $255 June 30–July 3 @ Newton South 9am–12pm June 23–27 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm KS89-S14-2 $225 KS98-S14-1 $390 KS77-S14-2 $205 August 18–22 @ Newton North 1–4pm June 30–July 11 @ Newton South 9am–12pm June 30–July 3 @ Newton South 1–4:30pm KS77-S14-3 $255 Trash Art ...and Sciences August 11–15 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm Ginelle McKenzie, Instructor Don’t throw it away! You can recycle your BUG-ologists Summer Stock Theatre trash and use it to make really cool crafts. Maire Anne Diamond, Instructor Michelle Mount, Instructor In this class we’ll create great projects Have you ever wondered, “Do bees sneeze?” Join our brand new theatre company and such as paper towel rainsticks, egg carton or “Do spiders sleep?” Have you always prepare to showcase your talents in our caterpillars, and recycled treasure boxes. wanted to peer at a praying mantis? Learn end-of-summer show. It may be an original We’ll also melt old crayons and put them in the answers to these and other questions as show or a familiar one—that’s up to you. molds to create new fun-colored ones. For we explore the wonderful world of inver- In our two weeks together, you’ll work on inspiration we’ll read books like Harold and tebrates through games, books, bug crafts, theatre skills such as auditioning for parts, The Purple Crayon, Michael Recycle Meets current events, and, best of all, investigations building characters, and memorizing lines. Litterbug Doug, and Willow. It’s not just using live bug visitors. Can a millipede You’ll rehearse scenes with your fellow cast about art—it’s about saving the planet too. climb over a basketball? Join us to find out! members, learn about blocking and stage Ages 4–7. Ages 4–7. directions, and finally, perform for an eager KS106-S14-1 $235 KS99-S14-1 $225 audience of family and friends at our last July 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm July 7–11 @ Newton North 1–4pm class. All the world’s a stage and this is KS106-S14-2 $235 your cue! Grades 1–5. July 28–August 1 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm KS104-S14-1 $425 KS106-S14-3 $235 August 11–22 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm August 4–8 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm New this summer.. KS106-S14-4 $235 NCE offers Extended Day! August 11–15 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm See our website for details.

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Club Invention Domino Physics Club Invention Extended Day Peter Bloom, Instructor Judi Fitts, Director The extended day program allows for an These are not your grandmother’s dominos! Enjoy high-energy activities that 8:30am drop-off Monday–Friday, as well as This class is for kids who love nothing more encourage inventive thinking and additional care until 5:30pm on Monday– than to build, create, and find practical creative problem solving, while ap- Thursday afternoons. Activities include applications for scientific discovery. You’ll plying science, technology, engineer- indoor and outdoor games. The fee cannot construct enormous chain reactions using ing, math, and the arts. In Week 1, be prorated for individual days used. thousands of building-type dominos (think Innovate, you’ll investigate alternative Parents are invited to attend our showcase Jenga blocks), vast numbers of marbles and energies such as wind, solar, and hy- on Friday afternoon each week, so no tracks, mechanical toys, electronic devices, dro power to design and build your extended day is offered. and numerous other props. Learn tricks of own creations; explore math topics KS08-S14-1 $95 (Innovate) the trade for stunning and effective domino like tessellations and topology to see KS08-S14-2 $95 (Morphed) chaining; work solo and as part of a team how math patterns and relationships to refine and expand your master creations. Each day is a mix of self-directed discovery translate to the real world; and be- Design & Build Workshop come entrepreneurs as you rebuild a and expert instruction. Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors virtual world and restore its economy. KS10-S14-1 $325 (Grades 2 and up) Love to create, design, and build? That’s en- You’ll also use objects you bring from August 11–15 @ Newton North 9am–3:30pm home to build new inventions. In gineering in action! In this challenge-based Week 2, Morphed, you’ll build STEM workshop, you’ll repurpose items, using the KS10-S14-2 $325 (Grades 4 and up) skills while developing bionic gadgets engineering and design process to dream August 18–22 @ Newton North 9am–3:30pm and exploring sensory illusions; make up something new, useful, fabulous, or just morphing vehicles that operate on plain fun. Be an inventor and make your Legopalooza: own door alarm, water balloon helmet, land, in the air, and underwater; and Engineering & Design tinker with circuits to develop design or mechanical grabber to pick things up. Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors solutions to nature-based challenges, Design a water filter that really works and inspired by video messages from the create a car that’s built to keep an egg safe We’ve updated our Lego engineering pro- National Inventors Hall of Fame. in a crash. Top off the week by constructing gram to include STEM-based challenges and You’ll also take apart electronics from a towering skyscraper and some crazy Rube free building—two things we know you love. home and re-engineer their gears Goldberg machines. Grades 1–4. You’ll build mechanisms that incorporate and gadgets to invent an epic, in- KS83-S14-1 gears, flywheels, levers, and cams to make barking dogs, crawling bugs, launch-pow- sect-themed pinball machine. In both June 30–July 3 @ Newton South weeks you’ll enjoy outdoor games and ered drag racers, and other amazing con- $285 Full-day; 9am–4pm traptions. Crank up the fun as you use your use available materials to create com- $195 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm pletely new games. Each week culmi- creativity to build with Legos in problem- nates in a presentation for family and KS83-S14-2 solving challenges: design a spinning egg- friends. Kids will be grouped by age; July 28–August 1 @ Newton South beater or create a car to carry Lego bricks we’ll try to place you with your friends $345 Full-day; 9am–4pm uphill. Receive a new take-home minifigure if we get your requests by May 30. $235 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm to test your designs. Rise to the Lego chal- lenge! Grades 1–4. Grades 1–6. Attention veteran inven- KS83-S14-3 tors: Morphed is a new program, and August 18–22 @ Newton North KS97-S14-1 Innovate was last offered in 2010. For $345 Full-day; 9am–4pm July 7–11 @ Newton North more details on each of these programs, $235 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm $345 Full-day; 9am–4pm see our website. $235 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm KS85-S14-1 $310 (Innovate) KS97-S14-2 July 7–11 @ Newton South 9am–3:30pm July 21–25 @ Newton North KS85-S14-2 $310 (Morphed) $345 Full-day; 9am–4pm July 14–18 @ Newton South 9am–3:30pm $235 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm

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MathemAddicts Power Programmers Way to make Steve Dubin, Instructor Rebecca Edelman, Instructor a full day! Is your attitude towards math “I want Bill Gates had to start somewhere, and more”? Does the prospect of playing with you can too. Learn basic computer pro- Morning: MathemAddicts spheres, cones, cylinders, cubes and their gramming through Scratch (a project of Afternoon: Power Programmers cousins make your heart go pit-a-pat? Are the MIT Media Lab) and Tynker, creating Sign up for lunch. you one of those who, when nobody else your own characters, stories, and interac- Sign up for extended day. is listening, actually says that math is cool? tive adventures with drop-and-drag pro- There are lots more full-day If you answered “yes” to any of the above gramming blocks. Next you’ll move on to options all summer. Call us questions, this class is for you! We’ll assem- more advanced programming languages to for help. ble classic three-dimensional figures, learn create your own apps and games. Through about some cool relationships among them, these simple, straightforward, and fun and have a geodesic dome-building contest. approaches to programming, you’ll begin We’ll play with numbers too, and you’ll to grasp programming concepts and be Legopalooza: probably hear some math jokes along the well on your way to tech savvy-ness. No Robotics Revolution way. Grades 6–8. programming experience necessary. Grades Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors KS95-S14-1 $255 6–8. We-Do Robotics has undergone a Wicked June 23–27 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm KS94-S14-1 $245 Cool revolution! In addition to our favor- KS95-S14-2 $205 June 23–27 @ Newton South 1–4:30pm ite Lego “Adventure” robotics projects, June 30–July 3 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm KS94-S14-2 $245 we’ve added advanced open-ended STEM July 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm activities and engaging new challenges. KS95-S14-3 $255 The We-Do Robotics system features Lego July 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm KS94-S14-3 $245 models that incorporate working motors July 28–August 1 @ Newton South 1–4:30pm and sensors with simple programming soft- Minecraft KS94-S14-4 $245 ware. You’ll build and program spinning Mastercrafters August 11–15 @ Newton North 1–4:30pm carousels, roller coasters, and ferris wheels; Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors design carnival games and safety gates for KS94-S14-5 $245 Hone your Minecraft skills in this con- a new take-home minifigure; and build August 18–22 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm trolled platform where you’ll learn and a drawbridge to another Lego adventure. interact virtually in a classroom setting. Grades 2–5. Explore, manipulate, problem-solve, and KS96-S14-1 build in worlds that have been custom- NCE NOTES June 23–27 @ Newton North ized for Wicked Cool learning activities. 1 Ages and grades are as of Fall 2014. $345 Full-day; 9am–4pm Become master crafters as you focus on en- Check your class carefully. $235 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm ergy, powering mechanisms, and using red- 2 Make your own full-day program by KS96-S14-2 stone to build and design your way through combining two half-day programs. the tricky labyrinth of the “Mastercrafter July 28–August 1 @ Newton South Sign up for lunch (and extended day Island”. Minecraft experience preferred. $345 Full-day; 9am–4pm too if you need it). Grades 4–7. $235 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm 3 Bring a snack for half-day programs, KS81-S14-4 $285 (just added!) and lunch for full-day programs. June 30–July 3 @ Newton South 9am–4pm 4 Please read our refund policy on Bring a snack for all KS81-S14-3 $345 page 2 and our behavior policy on half-day programs, August 25–29 @ Newton South 9am–4pm our website. and lunch for all full-day 5 Avoid disappointment! Many of our programs. summer programs are already full, so sign up today.

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Rocket Science Silly Science Crossing Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Kayla Klein, Instructor A perennial favorite returns! Trailblaze Check out serious science through a sam- the Line... your way to the stars and learn about space, pling of silly experiments and labs. Each Animated Superheroes rocketry, and terraforming on alien planets. day we’ll focus on a different science theme, Build and launch a solid-fuel scale model and enjoy stories, nature hikes, and labs Amanda Legere, Instructor of the UP Aerospace SpaceLoft Rocket, a based on that theme. We’ll make oobleck, Create an action-packed short story real rocket used by the world’s only private plant flowers, explore the properties of wa- featuring a spectacular superhero, sassy space launch company. In the morning, ter, concoct elephant toothpaste, create pet sidekicks, and of course, a vicious villain. you’ll investigate the science of flight and rocks, and more. Ages 4–5. Apply your technology skills and turn your story into a slide show full of flashy images examine how things move in the universe KS93-S14-1 $225 by tackling Newton’s laws of motion. In and exhilarating narration, captured to August 4–8 @ Newton North 9am–12pm the afternoon the flight plan includes an iPad or desktop computer. We’ll study launching water rockets and designing an KS93-S14-2 $225 the art of superhero stories and learn what outer space station. The rocket launch takes August 11–15 @ Newton North 9am–12pm pertinent plot details you need to include place Friday morning, weather permitting. in yours. From there you’ll design a story Grades 1–4. Wicked Cool Vet School map, craft characters (using images you find and/or create), and dazzle us with your KS82-S14-1 Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors own thrilling story. July 14–18 @ Newton North Animal lovers, grab a lab coat as we learn KS86-S14-1 $185 (Grades 5–8) $345 Full-day; 9am–4pm about our favorite furry, flying, and fishy $235 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm friends. Make amazing animal models, June 30–July 3 @ Newton South 1–4:30pm KS82-S14-2 build big bones, and investigate animal in- KS86-S14-2 $225 (Grades 3–5) August 4–8 @ Newton North testines from our favorite vertebrates: birds, July 14–July 18 @ Newton North 1–4:30pm mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. $345 Full-day; 9am–4pm KS86-S14-3 $225 (Grades 3–5) Dissect an owl pellet to discover its preda- $235 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm July 21–25 @ Newton North 1–4:30pm tor’s diet, and catch some invertebrates as we study insect exoskeletons and get into KS86-S14-4 $225 (Grades 3–5) Science Lab tiny worlds to look at animal cells and par- July 28–August 1 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm Maire Anne Diamond, Instructor asites. A special live animal visit (with tips KS86-S14-5 $225 (Grades 5–8) Can you make a rainbow from white light? for animal care and keeping pets healthy) August 11–15 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm What exactly happens when you put a plant ends the week. Grades 1–4. in darkness? Can you pick things up with KS84-S14-1 electricity? Come ready to observe, inves- June 23–June 27 @ Newton South tigate, and find answers to your science $345 Full-day; 9am-4pm questions. We’ll build box gardens and $235 Half-day; 9am-12pm or 1-4pm magnetic structures, make sunprints, and more. Through projects, crafts, games, and KS84-S14-2 experiments, we’ll explore magnetism, in- July 21–25 @ Newton North visible matter, living things, and the science $345 Full-day; 9am–4pm of color. Mix up some super solutions and $235 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm see what’s bubbling beneath when you join KS84-S14-3 us at our science lab. Ages 4–6. August 25–29 @ Newton South KS101-S14-1 $185 $345 Full-day; 9am–4pm June 30–July 3 @ Newton South 9am–12pm $235 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm KS84-S14-4 (just added!) August 11–15 @ Newton South $345 Full-day; 9am–4pm $235 Half-day; 9am–12pm or 1–4pm

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Bootstrap: Practical Create a TV Show Web Design Math for programming Amanda Mazzola & Sarah Grina, Instructors Rebecca Edelman and Jamie Lightfoot, Instructors Video Games Make your own TV production based on Expand your creative and technical knowl- Bootstrap staff, Instructors your ideas and imagination. Kids run the edge and learn to build your own website. Bootstrap is a computer programming show here: you’ll roll the cameras, run the Get step-by-step instructions on working course with a twist—come learn program- control room, be the actors, and most im- with HTML, the most common Web pro- ming basics in the Racket language, and use portantly, create the program content and gramming language. You’ll design a simple your skills to program your own video game write the script. You’ll learn the basics of website on a topic of your choice, sketching using algebraic and geometric concepts. TV production, including camerawork and a site map, choosing images, creating text, In this class, you will work through the lighting, and get expert instruction with organizing files, and including links to other Bootstrap 1 and 2 curricula, learning solid scriptwriting and acting as well. We’ll work sites you’d like to reference. You’ll use the program design skills such as: stating input together to create our masterpiece, and the Web as your primary source for images, but and types, writing test cases, explaining code finished show will be broadcast on NewTV. bring other materials that you’d like on your to others, and becoming familiar with func- New and returning students welcome. site too (and a camera or iPad if you wish). tions and variables. Throughout the course, Grades 5–9. Come with access to a Gmail account, which you will put your knowledge into action to KS12-S14-1 $285 you will need for building your website. create a computer game of your own design. June 30–July 3 @ Newton North 9am–2:30pm KS87-S14-1 $245 (Grades 6–8, Edelman) Once you learn Bootstrap, these skills can be June 23–27 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm put to use in other programming environ- KS12-S14-2 $355 ments, and even in your math class! No pro- July 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–2:30pm KS87-S14-2 $245 (Grades 3–5, Lightfoot) gramming experience necessary. Grades 6–8. KS12-S14-3 $355 July 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm KS79-S14-1 $345 August 4–8 @ Newton North 9am–2:30pm KS87-S14-3 $245 (Grades 6–8, Edelman) July 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–4pm July 14–18 @ Newton North 1–4:30pm Music Masterpieces KS87-S14-4 $245 (Grades 3–5, Lightfoot) Computer Art: with GarageBand July 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm Photoshop Caleb Cutler, Instructor KS87-S14-5 $245 (Grades 6–8, Edelman) Sophia Ng & Elisa Ng, Instructors If you’re a musician (instrumental or vocal) July 28–August 1 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm or just someone who’s interested in music Apply your creativity and technical knowl- KS87-S14-6 $245 (Grades 6–8, Edelman) and technology, this class is for you. Learn edge and get proficient with the world’s August 18–22 @ Newton North 1–4:30pm the inner workings of GarageBand to lay most popular image manipulation pro- down original tracks or use existing loops, gram. In our week together, you’ll learn to incorporate jam packs or other sound ef- use Photoshop for practical and creative fects, export your original music, and more. projects, working on a surrealist collage, See our website for We’ll discuss what makes a good song, both an expressive self-portrait, a reinvented important information instrumental and vocal, and we’ll work on masterpiece or movie poster, and more. about our Kids summer our own songs individually or in groups. See how Photoshop and image manip- program and answers You’ll finish the week with a CD of the ulation have been used to do things like to FAQs. projects everyone in the group has com- modify body appearances and alter “real” pleted. Bring your instrument if you have photographs, and become an expert in one, but don’t worry if you’re not a musi- creating and recognizing altered images. cian. New and returning students welcome. All levels welcome. Grades 5–9. Grades 5–9. KS25-S14-1 $195 KS38-S14-1 $235 June 30–July 3 @ Newton South 9am–12:30pm July 7–11 @ Newton North 1–4:30pm KS38-S14-2 $235 July 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12:30pm

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Sports Flag Football* All of the below: 9am–12:30pm at Countryside Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors KS90-S14-6 $205; July 28–August 1 Archery Learn fundamental football skills from KS90-S14-7 $205; August 4–8 Delicious Bow & Arrows staff, Instructors our enthusiastic coaches. Each day we’ll KS90-S14-8 $205; August 11–15 Fun fact: Newton was host to the nation’s focus on a “skill of the day” such as passing, KS90-S14-9 $205; August 18–22 first organized archery team, The Newton catching, running, and offensive/defen- KS90-S14-10 $205; August 25–29 Archers, circa 1935. Honoring that legacy, sive strategies. We’ll enjoy a scrimmage NCE is pleased to offer this still-popular at the end of each class so you can apply T-Ball* sport. Archery is a great option for those your new skills. We’ll use flags only; no who prefer a noncompetitive individual tackling. Wear sneakers and bring a water Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors sport to team sports. Certified instructors bottle. Camp will be held indoors if it rains. Baseball is “America’s favorite pastime.” from Delicious Bow & Arrows (formerly Grades 3–5. You’re never too young to learn to play and Archery USA) will determine your dom- KS04-S14-1 $205 T-Ball’s the way. You’ll learn individual inant eye, explain the rules, and get you June 23–27 @ Cabot 9am–12:30pm skills such as batting and catching, and get started, providing individualized instruction an introduction to aspects of regular base- throughout the class. Archers will learn KS04-S14-2 $205 ball. We’ll also play non-traditional games technique, form, and accuracy. Equipment August 18–22 @ Countryside 9am–12:30pm and activities to encourage skills develop- is provided. All levels welcome. Grades 3 KS04-S14-3 $205 ment and create a fun, supportive atmo- and up. August 25–29 @ Countryside 9am–12:30pm sphere. Wear sneakers, and bring a baseball KS18-S14-1 $165 glove and a water bottle. Camp will be held indoors if it rains. Ages 3–6. June 30–July 3 @ Oak Hill 9am–10:55am Soccer & Multi-Sports* KS57-S14-1 $205 KS18-S14-2 $195 Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors July 7–11 @ Cabot 9am–12:30pm August 18–22 @ Bigelow 9am–10:55am More fun than just one sport—enjoy a variety in this weeklong camp. Soccer will KS57-S14-2 $205 Basketball* be our core sport, but unique games and August 11–15 @ Countryside 9am–12:30pm activities will also be part of the mix, creat- Kids Hoops staff, Instructors ing a fun, appropriately competitive atmo- Soccer Tots Join the fun-loving Kids Hoops coaches sphere. Our enthusiastic coaches will teach Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors and learn the basics of basketball. We’ll you proper skills, rules, and tips for each work on ball-handling, dribbling, defend- sport; they’ll also referee, assure maximum Why should big kids have all the fun? ing, passing, and shooting. You’ll enjoy playing time for each athlete, and kick off Toddlers, accompanied by an adult, can playground play, contests, and a smattering our final-day tournmant each week. Wear learn the basics of soccer in this fun, non- of other sports and games too. Wear sneak- sneakers and bring a water bottle. You’ll be competitive environment. Players will in- ers and bring a water bottle. Camp will be grouped by age and skill level. Camp will crease their sense of balance, improve their held indoors if it rains. Ages 4–8. be held indoors if it rains. Ages 4-9. coordination and physical movement, and KS22-S14-1 $205 have a leg up when they join the big leagues! All of the below: 9am–12:30pm at Cabot Wear sneakers and bring a soccer ball and June 23–27 @ Mason Rice 9am–12:30pm KS90-S14-1 $205; June 23–27 water bottle. Classes will run unless there’s KS22-S14-2 $205 KS90-S14-2 $165; June 30–July 3 pouring rain; call Thundercat Sports at 781- August 18–22 @ Mason Rice 9am–12:30pm KS90-S14-3 $205; July 7–11 507-6182 if you are uncertain. Ages 2–3 with an adult (one child per adult please). KS22-S14-3 $205 KS90-S14-4 $205; July 14–18 August 25–29 @ Mason Rice 9am–12:30pm KS90-S14-5 $205; July 21–25 KS05-S14-1 $85 (5–6pm) KS22-S14-4 $205 KS05-S14-2 $85 (6–7pm) (just added for grades 3-5) 5 Tuesdays @ Mason Rice August 18–22 @ Mason Rice 1–4:30pm June 24–July 22

* Medical forms from your pediatrician’s office must be submitted to Newton Community Ed at least two weeks * These camps comply with the regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and are licensed by the Newton Health Department. prior to the start of camp. You can mail or email these, or fax them to us at 617-559-6998. In addition, a waiver form must be filled out for participation in our sports programs. See our website for details.

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