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SPRING 2020 classes for kids and adults notes cover artist Paola Page what’s new? Paola Page grew up in New England and went We’re fooling you to college here in Rhode Island, then found love in Europe and spent much of her adult life in Stained Glass England and Italy. She has been an artist for as long as she can remember. Cakes You can really eat it... From an early age, Paola was drawn to research. but you may not want to. She ignored personality profiles that indicated s Learn to decorate a cake he should enter the legal profession, and instead focused her investi- so beautiful it could be a gative instincts towards the subjects for her art. Paola is particularly window in a church. See fascinated by fairy tales. She has uncovered early versions of many of page 16 for details. our beloved stories and myths, several of which were written by wom- en. She aims to tell the deeper stories of the female characters in these fairy tales through her paintings, using fluid color to define imagery, and mapping out narratives and avenues for abstract intervention. Our cover art features Aurore (aka Sleeping Beauty, Briar Rose, or Imposter Baking La Belle au bois dormant), whose story was first told by Giambattista (for Kids) Basile, later retold by Charles Perrault, the Brothers Grimm, and It’s a salad... no it’s a finally, by Disney. cake... it’s imposter baking! Make delicious Paola joined the NCE staff four years ago. She especially appreciates sweets that look like the reciprocal process in her classes, where she learns from her stu- burgers, bacon and eggs, dents as they learn from her. She admires their support of each other, or grilled cheese. Learn both inside and outside the classroom. Paola is also a faculty mem- more on page 50. ber at Tufts University. She holds degrees from Tufts University and Rhode Island School of Design, and has served in numerous arts advi- sory roles and managerial positions, in both the UK and the US.

Paola’s classes this spring: contact us Beyond Basic Drawing (p 5) our mission Newton North High School Advancing with Abstract Painting (p 8). Room 101 Newton Community Education 457 Walnut Street is a self-sustaining arm of the Newtonville, MA 02460 summer plans? Newton Public Schools. We are email: [email protected] dedicated to your lifelong learning. Phone: 617-559-6999 Think outside the box We offer programs for everyone Fax: 617-559-6998 eager to explore—from toddlers Monday–Friday 8:30am–5pm Build something at NCE this Monday–Thursday 5–8pm when evening to seniors—from Newton and summer—a city, a salad out classes are in session at Newton North. beyond. When the school day ends, of ganache, or a show. See our classes begin, offering access Newton South High School pages 50-69 for all sorts to school facilities for community Satellite Office, Room 9208 of options. 140 Brandeis Road learning. We aim to inspire or nurture Newton Centre MA 02459 your passion with quality programs Phone: 617-559-6508 provided at a reasonable cost.. Monday–Thursday 5:30–8pm when evening classes are in session at Newton South. During the day by appointment only (617-559-6999).

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adult classes featured teacher Art & Photography...... 5 Shruti Mehta Business & Career...... 42 I am a native of India. I learned Computers & Technology...... 43 to cook after migrating to the Crafts...... 32 USA as a young bride. Missing Dance & Fitness...... 20 the simple daily meals of my English Language Learners (ELL)...... 44 10 mother’s kitchen, I started rec- Food & Drink...... 14 reating dishes just by relying GED/HiSet...... 45 on the memory of the look and taste of the food I left behind. Home & Garden...... 35 Languages...... 10 It is said that the taste of foods you love or hate nev- Lifetime Learning ...... 34 er leaves your palate; the memory of that taste lives on forever. I kept trying to achieve that same texture, Mind, Body, & Soul...... 22 20 same flavor, same appearance familiar to me from an Money & Real Estate...... 39 earlier life. It was an era in the 1970s when curry was Music & Theatre Arts...... 28 snubbed as being too spicy and Indian food in gen- Online Learning...... 45 eral was not as popular as it is today. But an Italian Recreation...... 17 neighbor’s enthusiasm and encouragement about Writing, Speaking, & Literature...... 30 my food led me to venture out to teach Indian cook- ing to the general public. kids classes It has been almost 40 years and both the cooking Spring Classes & Sports...... 46 35 and teaching continue. I now teach various foods Spring Classes for High Schoolers...... 49 from all the different regions of India. Besides the Summer Programs...... 50 classic and exotic recipes that made Indian food so Summer at a Glance ...... 68 & 69 popular, my students learn to make American dishes using Indian spices and herbs. Thus one can learn to nuts & bolts make Aloo quesadillas (spiced potatoes with cilantro General Info & Policies ...... 70 chutney quesadillas) or masala spaghetti (spaghetti Registration Form...... 71 with vegetables, ginger, chilies, and garam masala). Staff Picks...... 4 46 I share many stories and anecdotes related to the dishes being cooked. My classes and my food will Spring take you back to another country and culture. into action We decide whether a class Shruti is currently compiling her recipes to put together is running a week or more before its start date (or by in a book. But you can learn to cook directly from her in June 1st if it’s a Kids Summer these spring NCE classes: class). Your registration might make all the difference. South Indian Cooking on page 15 But some classes fill really Dine-in Indian on page 15 fast, so jump to it and register now.

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FOR KIDS Robin’s picks Susan’s picks Lisa’s Picks

Activism & Art Springtime Gaming: Unplugged Sami Martisian (page 6) Bird Walks Joe Eckstrom & Lucas Mihalich (page 63) So often I find myself without the right Michele Grzenda I LOVE when teachers come to me with words to say how I feel. What I I love (page 17) total enthusiasm for an original class idea, about this new class is that you don’t need It’s January and it is and that's what happened here. We have the right words, or any words for that c-c-c-c-old as I sit here lots of tech classes at NCE, but this class is matter, to express how you feel or what and look out at the grey of winter. I find really different, and that's why it appealed you mean to say. Your art speaks for itself. myself longing for the greener times ahead to me. These teachers are long-time bud- You can say it or scream it in whatever and to be outside. I’m the kind of gal who dies looking to share their shared passion color, shape, or size you desire. And may- needs fun things to look forward to. So for good old board games. While no one be you can create something that moves what I am truly excited about are Michelle’s here is anti- people—that affects how they think and walks in local parks. She is so much fun; tech, we all feel, or that inspires them to take an ac- she can identify birds not just by sight, but love the idea of tion to improve the world and hopefully also by their chirps and whistles! I’m hop- getting familiar make it a better place for all of us. ing I’ll learn how to imitate some. with the basics of gaming Felted Faux Cactus Traveling strategy and design, enjoy- Bonnie Lerner (page 32) Solo & Loving It ing some hearty competition, and putting I have the fondest memories of sewing your creative energy towards the task of with my grandmother as a child. I don’t Debbie Toppan making a game you can actually touch and sew at all anymore, but I’ll never forget (page 19) feel—as well as play with friends. the tomato pincushion my grandmother Speaking of get- used with me long ago. I’m excited to ting out and about, Creative Lettering offer this class because when I saw sam- our college-age ples of the pincushions you’ll make here, daughter is thinking farther afield and Joanne Baker (page 55) it brought back that memory from my planning a solo trip across Europe. I’m This class had its debut at NCE last sum- childhood. You could make any decora- all for this, and while I’m no helicopter mer. It ran in a room right across from tive object out of felt, but the pincushion (or bulldozer) parent, I have a healthy our office. Every time I popped in, I was speaks to me. My grandmother’s looked amount of concern that she’ll be okay. blown away by the collective focus and like a tomato and yours will look like a (Her solo trip to the Netherlands in the easygoing atmosphere in there. Honestly cactus; I hope you are able to fondly look dead of winter went well, hooray!) But (you can ask him), I went home many back and I do think she could use a few pointers nights and gushed enjoy the about travelling alone. That’s why Debbie’s to my husband: All memories program appeals to me. Debbie is intrep- they're doing is letter- you create id; she’s seen it all over the years and has ing! In my many years with it. tips for having great adventures and truly here at NCE, I have becoming a world traveler. Now, can I get rarely seen kids exhibit our daughter to attend this program, or such pride in their will she already be gadding about? work, which was original fonts and cre- ative signage. This class made me happy. I heartily recommend it to you.

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ime yt a Sargent’s Method of D Art & Photography Drawing for Beginners Jack Neylan, Instructor Basic Drawing John Singer Sargent’s paintings are Gary Tucker, Instructor world-renowned for their technique and Learn to draw, and you’ll have a great foun- beauty. However, during his lifetime as an dation to pursue painting, illustration, web artist and teacher, Sargent spent much of design, animation, and more. Drawing is his time drawing. Sargent saw drawing not the most accessible form of visual art; it can only as a valid medium in its own right, but be gratifying and challenging. In this class, as the fundamental medium for any artist. you’ll learn to see the world around us and Learn Sargent’s techniques for drawing in

interpret it your own way. Our instructor both graphite and charcoal. You’ll begin with Jack Neylan will provide demonstrations and exercises recreating his drawings and then gradually Portrait Drawing in basic design, using line, contour, shape, work towards creating your own work utiliz- texture, composition, shadow, and light. ing his methods. Jack Neylan, Instructor Each week you’ll work from a different still Bring graphite pencils, charcoal pencils, and an What makes a great portrait? Join us and life. In addition, there will be homework 18x24 drawing pad to class. learn techniques to create portraits of your assignments and weekly critiques. New and own design as we focus on capturing ex- A141-P20 $199 returning students welcome. pressions through drawing. We’ll examine 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10am–12pm famous and contemporary examples of Bring a $5 materials fee payable to the instructor, April 2–May 28 and a 9x12 sketchbook, kneaded eraser, 2B, 4B, portraiture, always pursuing the question and 6B pencils, and a pencil sharpener. No class April 23 of what makes a portrait great. You will learn how to strive for photographic realism A100-P20 $179 Beyond Basic Drawing and impressionistic likeness that captures a 4 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm person’s unique character in your drawings. Paola Page, Instructor April 7–May 5 Mediums explored in class include graphite No class April 21 Draw more! If you’ve taken our beginner and charcoal. drawing classes or have some experience Bring a drawing pad and graphite pencil. drawing and would like to continue your Additional materials will be discussed in class. practice, join us! Our instructor will provide demonstrations and exercises with line, A725-P20 $199 shape, form, composition and tonal value. 8 Mondays @ Newton South 7–9pm Each week you’ll focus on a different element April 6–June 8 and progress from observing single forms No class Apr 20 & May 25 to completing a still life. In addition, there will be weekly critiques and optional homework assignments. New and returning students welcome. A materials list will be emailed. A756-P20 $239 Gary Tucker 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm April 1–June 10 No class April 8 & 22, June 3

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New Materials List Activism Through Art For most art classes you will need to Sami Martasian, Mosesian Center for the Arts, Instructor purchase materials before the start of class. Check your course listing on our Apply your passion for positive change to website for specifics. your art. Find new ways to express yourself as we experiment with various art media. We’ll share information and experiences through zines, comics, posters, illustrations, New and paintings; discuss which media are the Just Draw most effective ways of communicating your Lauren Comando, Instructor message; and engage in discussions about what’s meaningful to you. You’ll determine Pick up your pen and draw beautiful, your message and how you want to channel non-representational art with the Zentangle® it—through paintings, collage posters, or method. Using this relaxed yet structured pen and ink drawings, to 3-D sculptures.

method, you’ll draw simple lines that lead to Zoe Schein Bring your passion for positive change and complex designs. We’ll start with the basics, join us to create artwork that opens minds using black ink patterns on white paper tiles Comics for Grownups and hearts. guided by a step-by-step presentation; then Zoe Schein, Mosesian Center for the Arts, Instructor you’ll learn to shade your drawings to make Materials needed vary by student and will be addressed in class. Comics can be serious business! Or fun- them pop. Everything you draw is okay—no ny—your choice. In this class you’ll learn to A662-P20 $199 erasers and no mistakes will be our mantra! create dynamic, engaging comics through Each week you’ll gather your creations into 8 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm the study of figure, environmental drawing, an individual sampler. Once you have a col- April 6–June 8 layout design, and other essential elements lection of your favorite patterns, you’ll create No class Apr 20 & May 25 of visual storytelling. We’ll explore strate- an accordian-style book featuring your own gies for creating characters, drawings, and magical art. All levels welcome—surprise New expressions to communicate a narrative and yourself and see what you can create! Fashion Illustration & Design emotion. You’ll frame scenes and design A $9 materials fee is payable to the instructor pages to create compelling graphics; we’ll in class. Sami Martasian, Mosesian Center for the Arts, Instructor analyze professional comics to learn from A872-P20 $129 Express yourself through fashion. Join us the greats, and use that knowledge to build 6 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm to explore fashion illustration and design comics from thumbnails to complete inked April 2–May 14 potential products. You’ll practice figure and and colored pages. True or invented, silly or No class April 23 sight drawings; create patterns; and design sad, join us and get the tools you need to tell multimedia illustrations using scraps of your stories through comics. No prior draw- fabric, marker, and colored pencil. We’ll con- ing experience required. duct painting-cloth studies, and create entire Material list will be emailed. outfits along with accessories. We’ll also dis- cuss how fashion can be a medium for social A763-P20 $199 justice as well as self-expression. Bring your 7 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm ideas along with any fashion inspirations April 6–June 1 you may have, such as magazine clippings or No class Apr 20 & May 25 other illustrations or photos. Basic drawing skills are a bonus; no sewing required. We will review materials in the first class. A663-P20 $149 4 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm April 30–May 21

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Watercolor Painting: Beginner New Painting for Beginners Jack Neylan, Instructor Advanced Watercolor & Design Jack Neylan, Instructor Experience the joy of watercolor on paper. Gary Tucker, Instructor Oil paint is a fluid medium; the paint is slow We’ll explore the fundamentals and surprises to dry and easy to blend, so you can make Refine your skills in watercolor and design. of painting with watercolors as well as the changes as your work evolves. In this class Focus on developing a single motif, which variety of techniques. Through instructor you’ll learn the basic color wheel and how to can lead to new discoveries in composition, demonstrations and a series of painting properly mix paints. Starting with still-life color, and technique. You’ll select a motif exercises, you’ll develop your own style as painting, moving to abstract, and working you’re drawn to, and create a body of work you become more comfortable painting with towards live-model painting, you’ll develop through varied approaches to tonal values, this media. Classes will emphasize personal new skills and gain a solid understanding of color, shape, and edges. Through this im- expression in a creative and relaxed envi- this medium. We’ll use linseed oils and stand mersion approach, you’ll learn to internalize ronment. We’ll review artwork in class and oils as you explore on canvas, linen, and your subject and improve your ability to im- engage in critiques. New and returning stu- wood, and you’ll learn the proper precau- provise with watercolor. Bring ideas for your dents welcome. tions when using turpentine mixes. All levels motif to class—it can be anything you’ve Bring a $7 fee for still-life setups payable to the welcome. Acrylic painters are welcome too. been longing to paint, and should ideally instructor in class. Required materials list is Bring a small cotton canvas, paint brush and be close by so you can return to it for more available online. a selection of paints. Other materials will be study and observation over time. A450-P20 $199 discussed in class. Required materials list is available online. 8 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–9pm A290-P20 $199 April 2–May 28 A561-P20 $179 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm No class April 23 4 Mondays @ Newton South 6–9pm April 7–June 2 April 6–May 4 No class April 21 No class April 20 Introduction to Abstract Painting with Cold Wax & Oil Gary has a talent for conveying Deborah Perugi, Instructor challenging ideas and Learn to paint with cold wax—the “cool” techniques in clear language new alternative to traditional oil painting. It’s and demonstrations. He both fast-drying, easier to use, and less costly than shows and tells. He is a master painter oil alone. The painting mixture is applied to and a master teacher. a wood board with rubber spatulas and pal- ette knives, and it can easily be incised with tools later. In this class you’ll make three or more paintings. We’ll discuss design, value, and color while working in a relaxed and creative environment. Join us and enjoy the sense of play and creative growth that this medium offers. Beginners welcome. Bring a $30 fee payable to the instructor for arches oil paper, one cradle board, cold wax tools, and wax and several mark makers. Bring your own oil paint to mix with the wax, acrylics and other mark making materials you may have, such as oil pastels and paint sticks. A full materials list will be emailed to registered students. A154-P20 $169 4 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:30–9pm April 2–30 No class April 23

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Impressionist Painting Photography Zhanna Cantor, Instructor If you’re inspired by impressionist artists like Monet, Renoir, and Pissarro, join us for this Photography for Beginners studio class. As these artists did, we’ll focus Julie Williams-Krishnan, Instructor on how light affects color and form. After If you’re just getting to know your a short demonstration to get you started, digital camera and its features, take this you’ll work independently, painting in oil opportunity to learn from an expert. Learn or acrylic from a picture of your choice. how and when to use your camera’s special Our instructor will provide individual guid- settings such as program and manual modes, ance to help you with composition, value aperture, and shutter priority. We’ll also adjustment, and color mixing techniques. discuss basic composition and how to best You’ll work at your own pace, developing use light for different situations, such as your own style. At the last class we’ll share shooting plants, people, extreme close-ups, our accomplishments with an informal dis- and landscapes. play of our work. This is a studio class; all Bring your fully-charged camera (any camera levels welcome. with some settings is fine except for a telephone See online class listing for a materials list. camera), and one or two of your prints to share Zhanna Cantor with the class. A104-P20 $199 Landscape Painting 8 Mondays @ Newton North 7–9pm A381-P20 $115 Zhanna Cantor, Instructor April 6–June 8 3 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm Let nature inspire you as you learn to paint No class Apr 20 & May 25 April 13–May 4 landscapes. Working from pictures of open No class April 20 fields, sea, rocks, and/or woods, you’ll create Advancing with original paintings in acrylic or oil. Our in- Abstract Painting structor will provide a short demonstration to get you started, and individual guidance Paola Page, Instructor to help you with composition, value adjust- Take inspiration from artists such as Matisse, ment, and color mixing techniques through- Kandinsky, de Kooning, Frankenthaler, out your painting process. You’ll work at and Rothko. Explore abstract concepts and your own pace and develop your own style. experiment with color, shape, texture, and At the last class we’ll share our accomplish- line, as you paint with acrylics and learn ments with an informal display of our work. about the various processes of contemporary This is a studio class; all levels welcome. painting. Class time will cover individual See online class listing for a materials list. Please no interpretation, group critiques, and contem- Phoenix brand paints from the Job Lot (they have porary art discourse. New and returning a toxic smell that some people are allergic to). experienced students welcome. A107-P20 $199 A materials list is available online. For questions email [email protected]. 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm April 1–June 10 A162-P20 $239 No class Apr 8 & 22, June 3 8 Mondays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm April 6–June 8 Zhanna is fantastic. This is the No class Apr 20 & May 25 second class I took with her, and I would take more in the future. I highly recommend her.

A Big Thank You... to the Russian School of Math for opening up its doors to us. We couldn’t run our Thursday daytime classes without them.

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Digital Photography: Portrait Photography Digital Photography: Beyond Beginner Claudia Ruiz-Gustafson, Instructor Inspiration & The Creative Julie Williams-Krishnan, Instructor Improve your people skills—in portraiture Process Progress with your digital photography that is. Learn to take more in-depth por- Julie Williams-Krishnan, Instructor skills. Learn to operate your camera in traits that truly capture the essence of your Explore the world around you through your semi-automatic and manual modes to create subjects. We will view the work of the most camera. Focus on what you notice around sharp, high-quality images with the appro- iconic portrait photographers and their per- you—light, nature, or whatever moves you. priate depth of field. Learn how to choose sonal approaches to image making. You’ll We’ll explore various photographic genres the right combination of shutter speed, ap- discover the basics of composition, including and enjoy hands-on shooting time with con- erture, and ISO as we investigate using light equipment, natural lighting, line, texture, structive advice and feedback. You’ll learn in challenging situations to create interesting perspective, posing and more. We will talk basic principles of photography, but we’ll photos. We’ll discuss how to best compose about different styles of portraiture: photo focus more on inspiration and the creative images for maximum artistic effect, and journalistic, lifestyle and environmental. process. Assignments will include portraits cover technical aspects such as exposure You’ll learn all you need to take beautiful of yourself and others, still-lifes or con- compensation, light metering, and autofo- portraits, including how to work with var- structed images, using words to inspire im- cus. Our focus will be on outdoor photogra- ious subjects—from individuals to groups, agery, and more. You’ll end the course with a phy, and there will be plenty of opportunity including children, babies and pets. We will digital display of your work. to present your photos for group critique. have weekly assignments with in-class photo Bring the best digital camera you have, a Prerequisite: our beginner digital photogra- reviews. All levels and cameras welcome. journal and a way to download your images, phy class or comparable experience. If you’ve already shot portraits you’d like to share, and a computer if it has photo-editing software Bring your fully-charged digital SLR camera with bring up to six printed samples to the first class. such as Lightroom. its manual. A673-P20 $99 A164-P20 $185 A216-P20 $135 3 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6–8pm 6 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm 4 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm May 19–June 2 April 15–May 27 May 11–June 8 No class April 22 No class May 25 Special Effects Workshop Danielle Larosee, Instructor Inspire double takes with your photographic images, just by applying cool special effects. Learn how to star the sun, create panoram- ics, and add depth to your landscapes by adjusting the aperture. Discover different techniques for zooming and how to use various filters, and learn to control motion with shutter speeds. With nothing more than the equipment you already have and a little imagination, you can create great effects to enhance your photos. Bring your camera and lenses to class. A153-P20 $79 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm May 26 & June 2 Julie Williams-Krishnan

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time ime y yt a a Spanish: Beginner D Spanish: Languages D Soledad Phelan, Instructor Intermediate ¿Habla usted Español? If you Soledad Phelan, Instructor American Sign Language: don’t speak Spanish, here’s your You’ve taken Beginner and Beyond Beginner Beginner chance to learn the United States’ second Spanish classes and are now ready to move to Colleen McGilpin, Instructor most spoken language. We’ll emphasize basic the next level. Join us to improve your writ- Speak with your hands! If you like learn- speech patterns and vocabulary, and you’ll ing and speaking skills while you enhance ing languages, you’ll love American Sign learn simple grammar and idioms through your vocabulary. We’ll review conditional, Language. ASL is a common language question and answer drills and conversation. progressive, and compound tenses; adjec- among deaf people. It’s different from any Required textbook is Practical Spanish Grammar tives; and adverbs plus more. Prerequisite: other language you may have been exposed by Prado, 2nd edition. our Spanish: Beyond Beginner classes, or to: you use your hands, combined with facial L210-P20-1 $155 comparable experience. expressions and body postures, to commu- 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10–11:15am Required textbook is the most recent edition of nicate. Join us for an introduction to its con- April 2–May 28 Practical Spanish by Prado. cepts, and learn the basics of conversational No class April 23 L114-P20 $155 ASL. We’ll also discuss current issues in Deaf 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math culture. If you’re fascinated by this language, L210-P20-2 $159 11:15am–12:30pm or just want to learn to sign, this is the class 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 5:30–7pm April 2–May 28 for you. April 7–June 2 No class April 21 No class April 23 L599-P20 $105 6 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:30pm ime This course was excellent. The yt a teacher was dedicated and April 16–May 28 Spanish: D No class April 23 Advanced Beginner compassionate! Phelan has Cecilia McIsaac & Soledad Phelan, fantastic teaching skills and the Instructors book is thorough and easy to understand. American Sign Language: I’m continuing on with the next class. Come study prepositions, a and de, con- Beyond Beginner Loved the course during the day. Colleen McGilpin, Instructor trasting uses of verbs, ser and estar (to be), cardinal numbers, adjectives and more. Build on your basic knowledge of American We’ll practice the language through readings Sign Language (ASL). Learn additional and in-class exercises. By the end of the vocabulary, grammar, classifiers, and infor- course, you’ll be more comfortable speak- mation about Deaf culture in a relaxed envi- ing, listening, writing, and reading Spanish. ronment. We’ll work in small groups and as Prerequisite: our Beginner classes or compa- a whole class to improve language learning. rable experience. Prerequisite: our American Sign Language: The required textbook for section one is Spanish Beginner class, or comparable experience. Now, Level I by Barron’s, Eighth Edition (ISBN: The required text is Barron’s American Sign 978-1-4380-7523- 5 with MP3 CD). The required Language second edition by David Stewart, textbook for section two is Practical Spanish Elizabeth Stewart and Jessalyn Little. Bring text Grammar by Prado, 2nd edition. to class. L579-P20-1 $199 (McIsaac) L349-P20 $105 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10am–12pm 6 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–8:30pm April 9–June 4 April 16–May 28 No class April 23 No class April 23 L579-P20-2 $159 (Phelan) 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm April 7–June 2 No class April 21

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ime yt a Italian: D Italian: Intermediate See a class you like? Beyond Beginner Romina Crociani, Instructor Classes are filled on a first-come, Romina Crociani, Instructor If you understand the basics of Italian first-served basis. Register early Continuamo a divertirci in Italiano! Let’s grammar and have developed your reading so you don’t miss out! continue to have fun with Italian! Using a comprehension skills, this class will help communicative and inductive approach, increase your knowledge of the language. you’ll further develop your language skills Through lectures and in-class exercises, we’ll through readings and conversations. practice vocabulary, tenses, and expressions, Traveler’s Italian Prerequisite: our Italian: Beginner class or and discuss topics of your choice. We’ll also Massimo Laurora, Instructor comparable experience. study short texts that will expose you to Learn some useful Italian phrases and The required books are Italian Made Simple, by Italian society and culture. Ciao. A presto! cultural tips for your upcoming trip to Cristina Mazzoni, and an Italian dictionary. Prerequisite: our Italian: Beyond Beginner class or comparable experience. Italy, or just for fun. In this engaging class, L110-P20 $155 Bring an Italian dictionary. Additional text will be you’ll learn some basic travel terms and 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 11:15am– discussed in class. vocabulary, and gain insights into what life 12:30pm is like in Italy today. April 2–May 28 L310-P20 $159 Required textbook is Conversational Italian in No class April 23 8 Mondays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm Seven Days, by Baldwin & Boas. April 6–June 8 ime yt L989-P20 $155 a No class Apr 20 & May 25 Italian: D 7 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm Beyond Beginner/ April 7–May 26 Lower Intermediate Italian: Advanced Conversation No class April 21 Romina Crociani, Instructor Romina Crociani, Instructor In this class you will continue to practice Join us for this stimulating discussion-based Italian: Beginner your Italian while further developing the round table, conducted entirely in Italiano. Romina Crociani, Instructor basics of grammar. In particular, the course Our native Italian instructor will discuss Whether you’re going to Italy or just want to will focus on irregular verbs, adverbs, pro- current events, literature, culture, travel, understand some delightful phrases, come nouns, and the present perfect. You’ll be art, music, cooking, and much more. For study this lively and expressive language. encouraged to speak the language through this class, you should have a strong working You’ll learn basic grammar concepts and reading and listening activities. We’ll also knowledge of Italian basic conversation idiomatic expressions while developing your explore aspects of Italian culture. and grammar (verb tenses, pronouns, and a strong vocabulary) and the ability to read vocabulary and writing skills. Participation The textbook will be discussed in class is a must, so be ready to have some fun. the language well, so we can strictly focus on L567-P20-1 $155 your speaking skills. The required books are Italian Made Simple by 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10–11:15am Cristina Mazzoni, and an Italian dictionary. Bring an Italian dictionary. April 2–May 28 L126-P20 $159 L103-P20 $159 No class April 23 8 Mondays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm L567-P20-2 $159 April 6–June 8 April 7–June 2 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm No class Apr 20 & May 25 No class April 21 April 7–June 2 No class April 21

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ime ime yt yt a Bon Voyage: a French: Beyond D D Help make NCE classes Beginner-Intermediate Intermediate affordable for everyone! Phil Kaplan, Instructor French & Beyond Give to our scholarship fund. Continue to improve your French. Lionel Claris, Instructor To donate visit Through conversation and in-class written Bonjour! Brush up on your French for your newtoncommunityed.org/donate, exercises, your vocabulary will grow as you trip abroad or just for fun. Gain confidence call us, or see the registration form become more comfortable speaking French. in your speaking skills as you learn to use on the back of this catalog. With continued practice, you’ll learn about simple, elegant, conversational French ef- the French culture as we work on your pro- fectively. Instead of learning rules with a nunciation and grammar. Emphasis will be textbook, we’ll focus on becoming confident French: Beginner on common daily phrases, including those speakers through a combination of oral- Susan Tessier, Instructor for travel, food, and more. English will be ly-applied grammar and spaced repetitions used only when necessary. Prerequisite: our Through conversation and written exercises, to boost your recall. You’ll also learn proper French: Beyond Beginner class, or compara- you’ll learn about French culture as well as pronunciation through reading and speak- ble experience. pronunciation, vocabulary, basic grammar, ing. Course materials will be available on- and verb tenses. Emphasis will be on use- Bring a Pocket Book of French Verbs and a copy line as a resource. Prerequisite: our Beyond ful, everyday words and phrases, including of Ultimate French: Beginner-Intermediate, Beginner class, or comparable experience. by Heminway. greetings, time, weather, travel, and food. L244-P20 $189 This class is for beginners or those who wish L141-P20 $149 8 Mondays @ United Methodist Church to review the fundamentals. 8 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10:30am–12:30pm The textbook is Ultimate French: Beginner- 11:15am–12:30pm April 6–June 8 Intermediate, by Heminway. April 2–May 28 No class Apr 20 & May 25 L102-P20 $159 No class April 23 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm French: Advanced April 1–June 10 French: Intermediate Conversation No class April 8, 22, & May 6 Phil Kaplan, Instructor Lionel Claris, Instructor If you have some basic knowledge of This course is for those interested in becom- French: Beyond Beginner French—salutations, present tense verbs, ing more fluent. If you already have a decent Phil Kaplan, Instructor and descriptive adjectives—continue to knowledge of French and want to commu- develop your skills. Through conversations Improve your French as you gain exposure nicate your love of France and the language and written exercises, you’ll learn more to the language through conversation and with others, come share your thoughts and about French culture and pronunciation, in-class written exercises. We’ll expand your observations with us as we discuss French vocabulary, basic grammar, and verb tens- vocabulary and introduce new verb tenses. culture, politics, and the media in general. es. Emphasis will be placed on review and You’ll also learn about the culture as well as Conducted entirely in French, this class will expansion of useful, everyday phrases. pronunciation and grammar. Emphasis will include articles, impassioned discussions, Prerequisite: our French: Beyond Beginner be on useful, everyday words and phrases, and exercises to help build your vocabu- class, or comparable experience. including greetings, time, weather, travel, lary and strengthen your understanding of food and more. English will be used only Bring a Pocket Book of French Verbs and a copy grammar. Conversations will center around of Ultimate French: Beginner-Intermediate, when necessary. Prerequisite: our French: class interests and we’ll tackle themes such by Heminway. Beginner class, or comparable experience. as current events, politics, food, work, travel, family, and more. New and returning stu- Bring a Pocket Book of French Verbs and a copy L109-P20 $155 of Ultimate French: Beginner-Intermediate, 7 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm dents welcome. by Heminway. April 1–May 27 L129-P20 $159 L230-P20 $149 No class April 8 & 22 8 Mondays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm 7 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm April 6–June 8 April 1–May 27 No class Apr 20 & May 25 No class April 8 & 22 Very engaging instructor. High marks all the way around!

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Russian: Beginners & Beyond Mandarin Chinese: Speed Spanish I, II, & III Elena Ceban, Instructor Beginner & Beyond Dan Mikels, Instructor You don’t need to travel to Moscow to learn Lei Reilley, Instructor Our online classes are unlike any other Russian. Master the fundamentals to start Learn the language spoken by one out of Spanish classes you have ever taken. You’ll reading, writing, and speaking the language every five people in the world. In this class, see words, hear them pronounced properly, used primarily in Russia, Belarus, and we’ll emphasize conversation, focusing on and have plenty of opportunities to practice Ukraine, plus widely spoken in Latvia and social situations and activities such as dining your pronunciation. Then, you’ll learn sev- Estonia. You’ll learn the Russian alphabet out, shopping, and planning a trip. We’ll eral clever recipes that you can use to glue (it’s not as hard as it may seem), pronunci- practice listening, speaking, reading, and the words together into sentences. Continue ation, and the basics of conversation. We’ll pronunciation. Our instructor will also in- with the advanced levels to reinforce your also review grammar and verb tenses, and troduce the culture, traditions, philosophy, learning, whether you’re taking it online or discuss aspects of Russian history, culture, and history that serve as keys to understand- in-person. In no time at all, you’ll be able to politics, and religion. ing the language. go into any Spanish-speaking situation and Bring Russian at a Glance: Barron’s Phrase The required textbook is Beginner’s Chinese (with converse. ¡Qué Bueno! Book and Dictionary for Travelers, by Thomas 2 audio CDs), by Yong Ho. This is an online class. See online listing for the R. Beyer, Jr. course syllabus and more information. L120-P20 $145 L198-P20 $149 7 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm L132-P20-O $125 (I) 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm April 2–May 21 L133-P20-O $125 (II) April 7–June 2 No class April 23 L135-P20-O $125 (III) No class April 21 6 week online class Conversational Japanese April 15–May 22 Ririko Hayashi, Instructor Learn Japanese for travel or just for fun. Contrary to what you might think, it’s easy to master the essentials of the language. In this online class taught by a native Japanese instructor, you’ll learn useful phrases and specific vocabulary words geared towards travel; you’ll also get tips on Japanese cul- ture. We’ll practice with drills, interactive exercises, and dialogue. We’ll use audio aids and Japanese words written in the English alphabet to assist you—through this method you can learn the letter system, one of the biggest challenges for beginning Japanese language learners. This is an online class. See online listing for the course syllabus and more information. L250-P20-O $125 6 week online class April 15–May 22

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Food & Drink New New Mediterranean Comfort Cuisine Eat Fresh & Local All Year New Sabrina Pashtan, Instructor Anna (Babbette) Wils, Instructor Bake Your Own Bread Make healthy and delicious comfort foods Dry those end-of-farmer’s-market-season from the Mediterranean. We’ll focus on tears; you don’t have to wait for summer for Jeff Klein, Instructor a few popular dishes from that region: fresh and local food. In this class you’ll learn Fill your home with the wonderful aroma of chraime, a spicy fish stew with North African about signing up for a CSA, planting a gar- fresh-baked bread. In this hands-on class, roots that’s popular in Israel; fasolada, a den you can harvest in winter, where to buy you’ll learn to mix, knead, and form two Greek bean soup referred to as the nation- local fish and meat, canning and freezing, types of breads from just four ingredients. al dish of Greece; saffron rice; and Israeli and even winter farmer’s markets. We’ll dis- We’ll focus on different techniques; by the chicken soup. As you learn to make these cuss where you currently purchase or grow end of class, you’ll have the confidence to warm and flavorful classics, you’ll get some your food and new places to do so, and en- make your own fresh bread for any occasion. tips on basic knife skills too. We’ll enjoy a gage in group brainstorming regarding new The specific breads we make will include meal together at the end of class. possibilities. Our instructor has been work- boule, and baguette. Our instructor will Bring a $20 food fee is payable to the instructor ing on this for about 20 years, so she has a provide dough for baking in class, and you’ll in class. Bring a Chef’s knife and cutting board lot of ideas—join us to hear them! prepare your own dough to take home as to class. well; you’ll leave with rising dough, baking F555-P20 $35 F586-P20 $55 directions, and recipes. Thursday May 14 @ Newton South 7–9pm Wednesday April 15 @ Newton South 6–9pm Bring a $10 food fee payable to the instructor. Bring a large bowl, mixing spoon, and kitchen New scale if you have one. New Ayurvedic Cooking F360-P20 $55 Spring Salads from Anjana Bhargava, Instructor Thursday May 28 @ Newton South 6–9pm the Mediterranean Stay well with Ayurvedic cooking. Join us Sabrina Pashtan, Instructor and learn to make a few easily digestible Make an array of yummy salads using dishes with specific healing spices. Passed readily available vegetables and accent in- down from generation to generation in gredients. Learn basic knife skills too, and India, Ayurvedic recipes are known to have practical cooking tips for making salad medicinal and therapeutic benefits. We’ll anytime. We’ll prepare three authentic less- cook an easy breakfast dish, Poha—flattened er-known Greek salads: marouli (lettuce and rice with onion and peas, Moong Dal (len- herb), politiki (cabbage, lemon, and carrot), til) crepes with an amazing cilantro sauce, and a pantzaria salata (beet, garlic, mint). and a mixed seasonal vegetable soup with Additionally, you’ll discover how to massage aromatic spices. Come keep your body free your greens as we prepare a kale salad with from toxins and enjoy the wonderful flavors almonds, and an avocado egg salad, along of Ayurveda. with some basic vinaigrettes for the perfect Bring a $20 materials fee, payable to the instruc- finishing touch. tor in class. Also bring an apron, chef’s knife, and Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor in containers for leftovers. class. Bring a chef’s knife and cutting board to F986-P20 $55 class along with some containers for leftovers. Tuesday April 28 @ Newton South 6–9pm F631-P20 $55 Wednesday April 29 @ Newton South 6–9pm The instructor was very pleasant and knowledgeable about spices and their effects. Food was incredible.

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New es; Masoor Dal, a lemony red lentil stew with South Indian Cooking Ayurveda Diet & Nutrition ginger, garlic and chilies; Jira rice laced with Shruti Mehta, Instructor ghee and cumin seeds; and Cucumber Raita, a Anjana Bhargava, Instructor Discover the secrets of South Indian food. mixture of yogurt and grated cucumber with Unlike the cuisine of the north, South Indian Adapt Ayurveda and improve your health. mustard, which provides a cool contrast to cuisine is distinguished by a greater empha- Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest tradi- our spicy dishes. We’ll serve these up with a sis on rice as the staple grain, and the liberal tional healing systems. Ayur means life and quick garlic Naan and sweet Phirni, a North use of coconut oil and curry leaves. It is even Veda means wisdom; Ayurveda is based on Indian dessert with cream of wheat, saffron, more vegetarian-friendly than North Indian the belief that health and wellness depend cardamom, and nuts. cooking and incorporates simpler ingredi- on a delicate balance between the mind, Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor ents. Join us to explore this cuisine; you’ll body, and spirit. Join us and learn about the in class. learn to make Medu Vada (deep fried black Ayurvedic diet, a meal plan based on the lentil balls), served with a spicy lentil and principles of Ayurvedic medicine. This diet F831-P20 $59 vegetable soup called Sambar. We may create suggests how to eat, and also what to eat Thursday April 30 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm additional dishes such as Semiya Pulao (ver- and when. Consuming the correct foods for micelli rice noodles cooked with vegetables, your individual body type boosts your di- New chilies, and curry leaves), and end with a gestion, enhances your mental activity, and Chinese Street Food popular dessert called payasam. helps you maintain overall wellness. We’ll Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor. begin by discussing diet, nutrition, and your Roberta Hing, Instructor unique body constitution, and move on to Imagine yourself on the streets of Shanghai F168-P20 $59 cover spices and herbs and their benefits. where aromas from scattered food stalls Tuesday June 2 @ Newton South 6–9pm Samples will be provided. beckon from corners of major streets and Bring a $6 fee payable to the instructor in class. hidden alleyways. Then join us to prepare some authentic Chinese street food favor- Not Your Common Ramen F735-P20 $75 ites. In this hands-on cooking class you’ll Fan Stanbrough, Instructor 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm make Crispy Scallion Pancakes with multi- Join us to make authentic Ramen, the be- April 7 & 14 ple flaky layers; Curry Chicken Puffs with loved Japanese street food that’s more than melt-in-your-mouth, buttery crust; and Xian just instant noodles. It’s a meat and/or fish- Bing, the savory stuffed pancake that can be based broth, with a variety of toppings, in- found in the city of the famed Terra Cotta cluding Chinese-style wheat noodles. Nearly Warriors. At the end of class we’ll eat all of every region in Japan has its own variation of our creations and debate which are our fa- ramen, from the tonkotsu (pork bone broth) vorites. ramen of Kyushu, to the miso ramen of Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor Hokkaido. We’ll make a vitamin-rich broth in class. including chicken, pork, and kombu. We’ll F433-P20 $59 prepare it with all the wonderful toppings, Thursday May 21 @ Newton South 6–9pm such as menma (simmered bamboo shoots), nitamago (flavored boiled egg), roasted pork, New Roberta was extremely well and of course, ramen noodles. Dried noo- dles will be provided. Dine-in Indian prepared - we cooked three different recipes with specific Bring a $20 food fee payable to the instructor Shruti Mehta, Instructor timing requirements, and it was in class. Join us for an evening of cooking and culture well-planned. Also, she is knowledgeable F398-P20 $45 as we prepare and enjoy a scrumptious au- and created a friendly atmosphere. Tuesday May 12 @ Newton South 7–9pm thentic Indian dinner. Our menu of delicious recipes may include creamed corn and veg- etable deep-fried pakoras served with date chutney, a sweet and sour dipping sauce made with dates and tamarind; Aloo-Gobhi, a sim- ple curry made with cauliflower and potatoes cooked with ginger, chilies, tomato and spic-

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ime yt time a y Harvard Square Central Square a D D Food Tour Food & Art Tour Off The Beaten Path Food Tours, Off The Beaten Path Food Tours, Tour Guide Tour Guide Join us for a culinary tour of Julia Child’s Stroll the outside museum that is Central favorite neighborhood. Harvard Square is Square. Check out Graffiti Alley, a known for celebrating people from all walks sanctioned graffiti walkway with art of life, and that diversity is reflected in its that changes daily, and view the colorful food offerings. We’ll walk its cobblestone and impressive large-scale murals by streets stopping to sample Chinese cuisine award-winning local talent, which were with a modern twist, Venezuelan specialties, commissioned by the city. We’ll discuss the and Mark Zuckerberg’s favorite college pizza. individual artists and the meaning behind We’ll see where folk icon Joan Baez got her these dynamic murals as we enjoy delicious start, and catch some live tunes too. You’ll treats from local, independent restaurants. hear interesting stories about the Square, We’ll sample unique, home-brewed bubble New learn fun facts about the restaurants we visit, tea; Lebanese specialties; and local farm to Stained Glass Cakes and enjoy the best and most interesting food table dishes. Our fun and informative walk around—and lots of it. will change the way you see Cambridge, Sandra Frezza, Instructor Location will be emailed to registered students. from Central down to MIT. Make your cake glisten like a stained glass Our tour includes six to seven stops with plenty Location will be emailed to registered students. All window. Decorating a cake to resemble of food and less than a mile of walking. Two stops fees included. We’ll walk and eat rain or shine. stained glass is a cool new trend; join us to will not include gluten-free options. We’ll walk learn the tricks. You’ll learn how to cover F452-P20 $79 and eat rain or shine. your cake in fondant; make an imprint on Saturday May 30 @ Cambridge 12:30–3:30pm F714-P20 $85 it; and use Royal icing to outline a design, Sunday May 3 @ Cambridge 11:30am–2:30pm and paint it on with piping gel and a paint New brush to create the stained glass look. You’ll Floral-Covered Cupcakes leave class with an elegant, colorful, unique, New and edible creation. Painting supplies will be Nourish with Chocolate Sandra Frezza, Instructor provided by instructor; bring a six- to eight- Embellish your cupcakes with beautiful Holli Bassin, Instructor inch round, two-layer frosted cake to class, buttercream flowers. Using unique Russian along with a cake carrier/box to transport It’s true: chocolate is good for you! Join us piping tips, you’ll learn to create intricate your finished project. to learn about the health benefits of organic floral arrangements on cupcakes you bring Bring a $20 materials fee payable to instructor dark chocolate. We’ll discuss its origin, the to class. Insider secret: using these tips, you in class. basics of processing the bean, and how you just need to squeeze once and amazing flow- can determine which brands to choose for ers appear— like magic! Discover the ease of F733-P20 $55 their health benefits. Then you’ll experience using these tips, and learn how to combine Wednesday April 15 @ Newton South 6–9pm the proper way to taste chocolate—it’s like a icing to create multiple colored flowers. wine tasting, only with chocolate! You’ll also Bring 10-12 cupcakes and a box/carrier to get tips about other foods that are delicious transport your decorated cupcake master- and nutritious too. Learn how to live a hap- pieces home. Icing, tips and decorating bags pier healthier life, while enjoying the food will be provided by instructor. you love. Bring a $20 materials fee payable to the instructor Bring a $10 fee payable to the instructor in class. in class. F462-P20 $39 F574-P20 $49 Tuesday April 28 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm Thursday May 7 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

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Recreation Backyard Bird Songs New Michele Grzenda, Instructor Poets, Sculptors & Paradise Hear what the birds are saying to you. Count Your Chickens: Endless Byways Travel Guides Birdsong identification is a lot like learning Raising a Small Flock in a foreign language; join us for a beginner’s Spend the day on a relaxing and fact- your Own Backyard course in this one. We’ll start with a few filled bus tour of western Massachusetts. basic bird songs as reference, then add to Jessica Avery, Instructor On our ride out, you’ll get an overview your repertoire with repetition and practice. Can you really get farm fresh eggs from your of our trip. We’ll head first to the home You’ll earn the types of sound birds make own back yard? Sure you can! Raising chick- of poet Emily Dickinson in Amherst. and why they make them. We’ll explore ens as pets and for eggs is legal in Newton Her fame and eccentricity are on display common bird songs heard in Massachusetts and several surrounding communities. at the Homestead and Evergreens, mu- and techniques you can use to remember Learn all you need to know about starting a seums where we’ll enjoy a guided tour. them, such as mnemonics memorization small flock of birds: feeding, health, different Next we’ll go to Northampton, a city techniques. In each class we’ll focus on ap- breeds, housing, protection from predators, dubbed by the 1851 Swedish opera sing- proximately 10-15 different birds; we’ll listen year-round care, eggs, raising chicks and er Jenny Lind “Paradise in America.” to each bird song, finding ways to remember where to go to get more advice. Discover Today the Paradise City is a bustling it and putting several different bird songs how to keep you, your chickens, and your hive of independent shops, galleries, and together for comparison. Next time you’re in neighbors happy. local characters. You’ll have the oppor- your backyard, you can better appreciate the You’ll get to meet Jessica’s chickens and check out tunity to stroll through town, and have language of the birds there with you. the coop setup the day after the classroom session. lunch on your own in any of its multiple She’ll host an open house (aka an “open coop”) for independent eateries. For our last stop, Bring a notebook, pen, and a bird book if you have one. the class in her backyard in nearby West Newton we’ll head northwest to the small town on Friday May 1 from 6-7pm. of Stockbridge in the Berkshires; there R283-P20 $65; $110/pair R242-P20 $65 we’ll tour Chesterwood, the summer 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm Thursday April 30 @ Newton North 6–9pm home, studio, and gardens of sculptor May 20 & 27 Daniel Chester French, who forever memorialized important moments in America’s Boating Course American history. Springtime Bird Walks Tom Gonsiorowski, Instructor We will depart from and return to Michele Grzenda, Instructor Covers all basics that recreational boaters Newtonville. Directions emailed to Get outdoors and identify the birds singing must know: types of boats, required boating registered students. in your backyard. Meet 25 species common- equipment, trip planning and preparation, R122-P20 $135 ly found in our neighborhoods, wetlands, marine environment, safe boat operation, Saturday June 20 @ Western Massachusetts and forests, and learn various field identifi- emergency preparedness, and personal wa- cation techniques by sight and sound. The 8am–7pm tercraft safety. Taught by certified instructors walks are in two different areas of Newton from the US Power Squadron, a national and we expect the birds to vary; join us for non-profit organization dedicated to pro- one or both. moting safe boating. This course is approved Bring a pair of binoculars, bug spray, and a field by the National Association of State Boating guide if you have one. We’ll go in light rain, so Law Administrators and recognized by the wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. If the US Coast Guard. morning walk is cancelled, you’ll hear by email by After successful completion of the course, you’ll 5am. Directions emailed to registered students. receive a safe boater certificate accepted by MA, R297-P20-Morning $45 NH, RI, ME, CT, VT, and many other states. Friday May 29 @ Newton 7–9am R239-P20 $89/Adult or Adult/child (12+) pair R297-P20-Evening $45 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–9:30pm Thursday June 4 @ Newton 6–8pm

April 2–May 28 Daderot No class April 23 Michele is an organized excellent teacher—one of your best. She is a professional and very generous to be teaching others.

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ime yt Car Maintenance 101 Canasta for Beginners a New D Arthur Kadehjian, Instructor Linda Lourie, Instructor Bridge: Bidding to Win Learn to change your car’s oil, check tire Discover the rules, scoring, and Kimberly Gilman, Instructor pressure, replace your windshield wipers, strategies for playing Canasta, once If you’ve taken a beginner class, or know the and install a new battery. It isn’t as hard as the most popular card game in America. fundamentals of bridge, you’re ready to hone you may think. Join us in our auto shop and You’ll play in groups of four, and quickly your bidding skills. Today’s bridge players learn how to buy a used car, inspect brakes, learn to start and build on melds of three or like to bid a lot, so learning how to compete check the cooling system, align wheels, more cards and to earn bonuses, by forming for the contract is essential and challenging! and more. Get a feel for your car and learn canastas (melds of seven cards or more). This course will cover preempts, overcalls, simple maintenance tips that can save you Each week you’ll learn more about the cue bids, weak jumps; and takeout, negative, hundreds of dollars. Don’t wait to get stuck game—and you’ll play—so come prepared and penalty doubles. You’ll practice playing on the side of the road—open the hood and for a lively time. Canasta (Spanish for “bas- hands in class, and receive handouts review- learn how to care for your car. ket”) originated in South America, quickly ing what you’ve learned each week. Z105-P20 $65 spread to the US and Europe, becoming 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:30pm quite the craze several decades ago. Let’s Z891-P20 $199 May 5–26 bring it back! 7 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7:15–9:15pm You do not need to bring cards. April 15–June 3 ime No class April 22 yt a R111-P20 $109 Bike Repair D & Maintenance 5 Wednesdays @ Durant-Kenrick House 10:30am–12pm Play Poker: Texas Hold ‘Em Farina’s Bicycle Center staff, Instructors June 3–July 1 Nicholas Sterling, Instructor Don’t get stranded with a flat tire, broken chain, or loose nut. Learn basic maintenance Prepare your poker face! Poker is not just and roadside repairs in a fun, non-intimidat- Beginning Bridge about gambling; it’s a game of skill and strat- ing environment. You’ll use in-store bikes to Kimberly Gilman, Instructor egy that takes practice. Learn to play the most popular style of poker found at casinos get hands-on practice in changing a flat, re- Engage your brain. Bridge is an exciting and played at home: Texas Hold ‘Em. First moving a wheel, adjusting brakes, tightening game of logic and deductive reasoning, and you’ll learn the rules; then, the etiquette, the chain, and more. We’ll provide handouts it also offers a great chance to be social. You lingo, strategies, and how to analyze your showing diagrams and listing the most com- play with a partner against another pair, so hand. You’ll get plenty of practice playing in monly used tools. You’ll receive a coupon bring a friend (or a foursome) if you can; class (but you’ll have to work on the poker worth 10% off accessories purchased on the otherwise we will pair you up in class. You’ll face strategy at home). day of class. learn by playing, not lecture, getting all the Cards and chips for in-class games will be provid- basics—how to bid, play, and defend a hand; R100-P20-1 $39 ed. This class is intended for beginners. If you’re Saturday April 4 @ Watertown 9:15–11:15am we’ll also go over the principles of modern a more experienced player you are welcome, but bidding. Learn this game and you’ll enjoy please understand that we’ll be covering the basics. R100-P20-2 $39 years of entertainment, mental challenge, Saturday May 16 @ Watertown 9:15–11:15am and meeting new friends. R294-P20 $95 This is a beginner class, but it’s also open to play- 4 Thursdays @ Newton South 6:30–8pm ers who’d like a refresher. Bring a $10 materials fee April 30–May 21 Not at all intimidating - for Bridge Basics 1, payable to the instructor. comfortable environment. Z612-P20 $199 It was awesome and Mike 7 Wednesdays @ Newton South 5–7pm was great! April 15–June 3 No class April 22 Sign up Early ... friendly people to play with, Nothing cancels a good class quicker great instructors than everyone waiting until the last minute to register! Register at least one week prior to the class start date so you and others don’t miss out.

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Get Hooked on Mah Jongg Chess Strategy Mara Nislick, Instructor Ross Eldridge, Instructor There’s a reason your grandmother loved You already know the basics of chess, how this game, and you will too. Mah Jongg is to set up the chess pieces and how the pieces a strategic tile-based game that uses “suits” move—are you ready to go to the next level? like rummy. It’s complicated and addictive, We will examine opening principles and so learn the rules, play once, and you’ll want simple endgames, and learn about nota- to play again, and again. Join us to learn its tion for reading (and writing) games. We’ll basic moves and the strategies you need to review illustrative games, and delve into win; each session will include instruction tactics and strategy. Novice players: you are and supervised play. welcome as long as you have a basic under- If you’re bringing your own Mah Jongg set, let us standing of chess. know when you register; if needed, our instructor Bring a chess set if you have one. can make sure it’s complete. Bring a $9 materials fee payable to the instructor in class for a Mah R307-P20 $155; $240/pair New Jongg card. 6 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm Get (Baseball) Carded April 15–May 27 Z115-P20 $125 No class April 22 Andrew Philips, Instructor 3 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–9pm Dust off your old baseball cards or get newly April 2–30 Ross is knowledgeable into this addictive hobby. We’ll start with No class April 9 & 23 and able to convey concepts an overview of today’s unique trading card in an interesting and environment, then discuss what’s changed The instructor thoughtful manner. over the past 150 years in manufacturing, was outstanding. distribution, and now, online auctions. We’ll Traveling Solo & Loving It open new and old packs of cards in a “box break” format, and you’ll learn about stor- Debbie Toppan, Instructor Mah Jongg: Beyond Beginner age options and current MLB and trading Just pack a bag and go! If you love to travel, card headlines. Bring your own cards if you Beth Rosenblatt, Instructor you’ll love to travel solo. Join us to learn have them—we’ll want to hear the backstory You’ve got the basics down, now join us to some of the tricks to having great fun out in about how you got them, and then we’ll dis- grow your knowledge of the game and work the world on your own. Our instructor is a cuss their current market value. You’ll leave on strategy—both defensive and offensive seasoned traveler who loves to share what class with an understanding of the current play. Each session will include instruction she’s learned from her many solo trips. We’ll baseball card landscape as well as a few new and supervised play. If you’re bringing your cover planning your trip, where to go, and cards to add to your old or new collection. own Mah Jongg set, let us know when you how to find the best accommodations once R123-P20 $45 register; if needed, our instructor can make you get there. You’ll get tips on what to do Thursday May 14 @ Newton South 7:15–9:15pm sure it’s complete. when you arrive and how to meet people Let us know if you need a Mah Jongg card; you along the way, and you’ll discover the sur- may purchase one from the instructor for $9. prises and rewards solo travel may have in store for you. Z116-P20 $129 5 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–8pm R273-P20 $35 April 6–May 11 Wednesday April 1 @ Newton North 6:30–8pm New No class April 20

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Dance & Fitness Boxing Fitness Nonantum Boxing Club staff, Instructors Pound for pound, boxers are the fittest Tennis: Beginner of all athletes. Their exercise regimen— John K. Reale, Instructor a combination of strength-training, agility Learning to play tennis is a lot easier than drills, and ring-work—is suitable not just you think. This class is designed especially for boxers, but for anyone wanting to get for beginners who’ve never taken lessons be- into tip-top shape. Whether you’re hoping fore. You’ll learn tennis grips; proper form; to learn the basics of boxing, or just get into and stroke techniques for forehand, back- the best shape of your life, this is the way hand, volley, and serve. We’ll work on court to start. This class is not intended for positioning, rules, scoring, and “netiquette”. first-time exercisers. Bring a racket and nine tennis balls (three cans). Bring hand wraps, a water bottle, and towel. The facility will provide gloves if you need them, but D116-P20 $150 our instructor recommends that you buy your 7 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8pm Beginning Barbells own. No protective gear is needed. Directions April 1–May 27 emailed to registered students. TBA, Instructor No class April 8 & 22. If needed, makeup is June 10. Get strong by doing barbell lifts. We’ll D102-P20 $169 start by focusing on specific lifts, including 8 Mondays @ Nonantum 7:30–9pm Tennis: Beyond Beginner squats, dead lifts, and push-and-pulls. You’ll April 6–June 8 John K. Reale, Instructor learn correct form and build strength as No class April 20 & May 25 Hone your skills and work on your tech- you practice. In our noncompetitive and nique so you are ready to get on the courts. supportive environment there’s no Olympic Total Body Fitness lifting, but you’ll progress at your own speed Improve your forehand, backhand, volley, Rosella Carrelli, Instructor and serve by practicing these strokes in to find the Olympian in you. Women of all Raise your metabolism, burn away fat, game situations with your fellow tennis levels are welcome. and build a lean body. This well-balanced, players. Get an introduction to singles and Wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. progressive exercise program incorporates doubles strategies. Although advanced D107-P20-1 $65 the perfect combination of low- and medi- players are welcome, this class is geared 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:15–7:15pm um-impact aerobic toning and resistance towards advanced beginner/intermediate April 1–May 6 training. You’ll start with a 15-minute tennis players. No class April 8 & 22 low-impact warm up, then work your upper Bring a racket and nine tennis balls (three cans). D107-P20-2 $65 and lower body, and finish with a final relax- D117-P20 $150 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:15–7:15pm ing stretch. The coed class welcomes begin- 7 Wednesdays @ Newton North 8–9pm May 13–June 3 ners and intermediate students alike. April 1–May 27 Bring an exercise or yoga mat, a water bottle, a No class April 8 & 22. If needed; makeup is June 10. hand towel, and athletic shoes to change into. We also recommend bringing a pair of 1- or 2-pound The instructor is excellent, hand weights; we have a limited supply in case you forget yours. tennis courts are well- maintained, and I want to take D101-P20-M $159 it again. 8 Mondays @ Newton North 6:30–7:45pm April 6–June 8 No class Apr 20 & May 25 D101-P20-W $159 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:45pm April 1–June 10 No class April 8 & 22, June 3 D101-P20-MW $225/Attend Mon & Weds D101-P20-Extra $18/Additional workout (available only in addition to Mon or Weds class)

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Power 8: Strength & BollyX: The Bollywood Flexibility Exercises Workout We think our instructors John Deming, Instructor Purnima Thakre Braiker, Instructor are really cool. Learn these eight sequential exercises and Get sweaty in this dance-inspired cardio Their bios appear with their improve your posture, core strength, flex- workout. BollyX is a dance-fitness pro- class listings on our website. ibility, and jogging/walking stamina. This gram for both men and women, inspired See for yourself! regimen covers every major muscle group, by Bollywood, the film industry of India. It and is designed to be done in only eight to combines dynamic choreography and inten- 16 minutes. In this class we’ll practice the sive workouts with the hottest music from Come Back to Dance moves, make any necessary accommoda- around the world. Its high- and low-intensity tions so they’re just right for you, and answer dance sequences get you moving and moti- Kate Bresee, Instructor all your individual questions. vated! This unique workout not only tones Where have you been all these years? We Bring a mat as the first set of exercises are per- your entire body but also burns serious calo- know you love to dance. Get back in the formed on your back. Wear comfortable clothes; ries. No prior dance experience is required— groove in this refresher class. You’ll get an you’ll be working out in socks. just bring a positive attitude and the desire authentic dancer’s workout, starting with to unleash your inner swagger. warm-up stretches and strengthening moves, D282-P20 $65 and progressing to combinations that have 3 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–7:30pm Wear comfortable clothes; bring a water bottle and clean shoes to change into. you crossing the floor, traveling throughout May 6–20 the space, and claiming your creativity and D243-P20 $129 freedom to express yourself. Enjoy some Zumba! 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:40–8:40pm great music as you practice your floor work, April 2–May 28 Janelle Conway, Instructor and work out as you regain your moves. No class April 23 Beginners welcome too! Enjoy the pulsating rhythms of Latin- Wear comfortable clothes; we will be dancing with inspired music as you pump your legs, bare feet. swing your hips, clap your hands—and Argentine Tango for Beginners achieve a uniquely blended balance of Roger Wood, Instructor D290-P20 $139 cardio- and muscle-toning benefits in the Feeling romantic? Dance the Tango! 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:30pm process. Alternating between fast and slow Argentine Tango began in the early 1900s, April 2–June 4 rhythms, Zumba combines the basic princi- and has gained in popularity ever since. It’s No class April 9 & 23 ples of aerobics with interval and resistance best known for its outward display of ro- training to maximize caloric output, cardio- mance and sensuality, but you don’t have to vascular benefits, and total body toning. Best be exotic to enjoy it. Join us to experience of all, you can enjoy the experience even if the intimate connection in its movement you don’t know how to dance. Get fit. Have and stillness that Tango dancers most appre- fun. Zumba! ciate—the feeling of “two dancing as one.” Bring a water bottle and your athletic shoes to You’ll learn the essentials of Salon Tango change into. (social dance), involving posture, connected D242-P20 $129 movement with a partner, dance patterns, 8 Mondays @ Newton South 7–8pm and a little about tango music as well. All levels welcome. April 6–June 8 No class Apr 20 & May 25 Leather soled shoes are recommended. D211-P20 $109; $174/pair 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7:35–9:05pm May 13–June 3

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Mind, Body, & Soul New Give the Gift of Learning Introduction to Astrology Stumped for the perfect gift? Treat New Laura Campagna, Instructor a friend or family member to an Study your stars. If you love astrology and NCE class so they can do what they Beginners Tarot want to learn to read your own chart, or love or learn something new. We Laura Campagna, Instructor have never studied astrology and want clues have gift certificates in any amount Unlock the map of your spiritual journey to interpret your chart, join us and get the you choose; see our website or call through life. The images on Tarot cards are tools you need to become your own astrol- our office to order yours. keys; together we will demystify these sym- oger. We’ll explore the traditional seven bols and learn to divine your most beautiful planets; ancient whole-sign house system; future. Our instructor will provide energetic and classical aspects such as the sextile, Belly Dancing: Beginner support to strengthen your intuitive sense of square, trine, and opposition. You’ll discover Christine “Shadia” Mirson-Tohme, Instructor knowing and deepen your connection with the magic of the stars, gain insight into their the cards. This workshop is for beginners Immerse yourself in the captivating music own life path, and learn how to make the who are brand new to the tarot; more sea- and dance of the Middle East. This beautiful most of their divine cosmic blueprint. soned students who want to gain confidence dance form cultivates grace, flexibility, and Bring a journal and a copy of Astrology For reading for themselves or others are wel- appreciation of your body, as well as the joy- Yourself by Demetra George to class. come to join us. ful embodiment that is essential to raqs shar- P466-P20 $125 Bring a Tarot deck if you have one. qi. Classes include guidance on developing 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm healthy posture and alignment, introduction P465-P20 $125 May 13–June 10 to Middle Eastern rhythms and cultural con- 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm No class May 20 text of the dance, movements including hip April 1–May 6 circles, figure 8’s, shimmies, and undulations. No class April 8 & 22 All levels welcome; and all ages and body Whispers from the Other Side types are encouraged to join the fun. David Cohen, Instructor Wear a fitted top and leggings or loose pants in It’s not every day that you can meet someone which you can move comfortably. Bare feet or who has survived a near-death experience ballet slippers are best for this class. and recovered with an awareness of the af- D104-P20 $139 terlife. Join us for an evening with someone 8 Thursdays @ Newton South 7:30–8:30pm who had an extraordinary event happen April 2–May 28 to him: after almost dying from an illness, No class April 23 David Cohen discovered that he had the ability to connect with his loved ones and others who had passed away. Unusual as it sounds, the phenomenon has become a legitimate topic since the best-selling On Death and Dying (1969) by Elisabeth Kubler- Ross. Join David for a frank discussion about questions such as: “Where do you go after you pass away?” “Are our loved ones still with us?” and “Are our lives predetermined?” Bring your questions and an open mind. The first hour David will lecture, the second hour will be open for readings. P459-P20 $45 Tuesday May 12 @ Newton South 7:30–9:30pm

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ime yt Chakras—Energy to Heal New New a D Denise Campo, Instructor Feel Your Best Holistic Yoga, Find healing and balance through Chakras. Holli Bassin, Instructor Breath Work, & Chakras are the seven main energy centers Your doctor says you’re okay, but you know Meditation in our body that interact with our endo- you could feel better. If you have issues like Janhavi Wadhwani, Instructor crine glands and lymphatic system to feed anxiety or sleep troubles, join us and learn us positive energy and dispose of unwanted Gain an understanding of the foundations about the connection between nutrition, life- energy. When they become unbalanced, of yoga and experience this holistic practice style choices, and your health. We’ll discuss they can wreak havoc on our bodies. We’ll rooted in science and ancient knowledge of how the various foods you select in restau- review the physical and emotional problems the breath and body. The practices are gen- rants and supermarkets make you feel. You’ll related to each chakra, and learn how you tle and yet very deep, enhancing the whole learn about eating hygiene, digestive health, can balance them using sound, herbs, flower Mind Body Connection. Whether you are anxiety, insomnia, low energy, and fatigue, essences, stones, crystals, food, mantras, here to stretch out your body or to build and how changing your chewing, breathing, and more. Through lectures and demonstra- strength in your muscles, you’ll find that this and hydration habits can improve your life. tions, we’ll practice using these techniques class is extremely energizing and relaxing You can feel great just by adapting a few new to get you balanced and feeling great. at the same time. Each session we’ll unravel holistic tips and applying some simple life- some of the mysteries of yoga followed by P197-P20 $45 style changes to your daily routine. gentle warm-ups, deep stretches, pranaya- Wednesday May 13 @ Newton South 6–9pm P203-P20 $39 mas, and guided meditation. You’ll leave Tuesday May 19 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm this class getting a better understanding of New yoga—and feeling totally awesome! Explore Your DNA This class is open to practitioners of all levels with New a focus on beginner and intermediate levels. Elizabeth Handler, Instructor Life’s Balancing Act Y125-P20 $99 Find out what you’re made of. Everyone Denise Campo, Instructor 5 Fridays @ Durant-Kenrick House 10–11:30am seems to have had their DNA tested! But Feeling stressed out? Join us to learn a doz- May 1–29 what does it mean? Learn how to better en techniques you can do in five minutes understand your DNA test results and why or less to get calm and stay focused. The they’re different for different family mem- techniques you’ll learn include positive bers and from different testing companies. breathing techniques, language training, And who knew you had so many fourth meditation, mantras, and calming-points to sixth cousins? We can explain that too. massage. You’ll also learn how to protect You’ll get an overview of the different kinds yourself from surrounding negative energy. of DNA tests and testing companies, ethnic- Long-term effects of stress are linked to ity results, cousin connections, and privacy serious health problems, so if you’re strug- concerns. Whether you’re taken a DNA test gling to juggle work, family, and other obli- or are just curious, join us to learn more gations, learn to manage life’s demands with about this rapidly expanding field. more calm and less stress. Bring your ques- Y124-P20 $35 tions to class, and prepare to leave inspired Tuesday April 7 @ Newton South 7–8:30pm and reinvigorated. P512-P20 $39 Wednesday May 20 @ Newton North 7–9pm

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ime yt Yoga & Tuning Moving Stress Less—Learn to Meditate Tai Chi: Beginner a D Meditation Richard Geller, Instructor Detlef Kraus, Instructor Helena Froehlich, Instructor Reduce stress and improve your health Reap the many valuable benefits Get your energy flowing with this intro- through meditation. Learn different of Tai Chi, an exercise method that’s duction to tuning moving meditation. We’ll techniques and strategies for integrating been part of Chinese culture for centuries. start by practicing breathing techniques and meditation into your daily work and life. Because of its movement and mind/body learning to enjoy every breath. Then, we’ll We’ll practice over 10 powerful meditation focus, the positive effects of Tai Chi on work on flexibility and strength, and we’ll techniques including breath focus, body- balance, relaxation, and sustained mental practice our balance doing yoga poses. We’ll scan relaxation, standing and walking med- attention have been recognized by those who honor our unique abilities as we focus on itation, Tai-Chi and Chi-Kung beginning engage in athletic activities such as dance, tuning alignment for deeper meditations, practice, sound and mantra meditation, skating, skiing, tennis, golf, and other sports. encouraging energy to flow through the visualization practice, and mindfulness In this program, we’ll explore movement body while we develop perceptions of the meditation. At the end of this class, you’ll essentials and the mind-body connection, Lattice energy field with chakra energy be able to practice meditation any time and in accordance with the principles and tech- centers, acupressure points, and meridians— anywhere stress occurs, and immediately niques of Tai Chi. lines of energy within and around the body. feel the benefits. Wear comfortable clothes. We’ll end with a relaxing meditation to re- P469-P20 $79 Y107-P20 $95 plenish your energy and increase your sense 4 Thursdays @ Newton South 7–8pm 5 Fridays @ Durant-Kenrick House 1–2pm your wellbeing. All levels welcome. April 30–May 21 May 1–29 Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes, including socks; we’ll leave our shoes at the door. Flexibility (no pun intended) of Qigong Y126-P20 $65 the instructor - very responsive 3 Mondays @ Newton North 7:50–8:50pm Roger Wood, Instructor to the specific input of class May 4–18 Discover a new way to relax and revital- members. ize—well, it’s not really new, since it’s been time practiced in China for centuries. Qigong y Morning Yoga a Pranayama: (pronounced Chee Gung), is a gentle se- D Barbara Perlo, Instructor The Power of Breathing quence of mind, body, and breath exercises Anjana Bhargava, Instructor that benefit your overall health. These Relax and refresh to start your day. We’ll start this gentle yoga class with Experience pranayama, the art and sci- simple, mindful movements allow your stretching, breathing, and guided relaxation. ence of yogic breathing. We’ll focus on our internal energy (Qi) to circulate through- You’ll learn traditional yoga poses, with breathing techniques as we practice Yoga out your body, promoting relaxation and modifications to make them accessible to ev- poses, developing the body as pranayama revitalization of your body and your mind. eryone. You’ll practice yogic breathing, gain develops the mind. It is believed that this Qigong’s many benefits include improved flexibility and strength, and find new ways to practice cleanses 72,000 nadis, or channels, posture and blood circulation, centeredness, be at ease in your body and mind. Our in- in the body, and that it helps purify the mental clarity, enhanced energy, and overall structor will provide individualized instruc- blood and respiratory systems. Pranayama’s well-being. Join us to learn and practice tion for each student. All levels welcome. health benefits include reduced anxiety, these exercises and make them part of your Bring a yoga mat to class. Directions emailed to lower/stabilized blood pressure, increased everyday life. registered students. energy, muscle relaxation, improved concen- Y114-P20 $65 tration, and more. It’s great for adults, and 4 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–7:30pm Y101-P20 $155 beneficial for your kids too. May 13–June 3 10 Wednesdays @ Durant-Kenrick House 8:45–9:45am Bring your own yoga mat. April 1–June 17 No class April 15 & 22 P751-P20 $39 2 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–7pm Great teacher, knowledgeable, May 7 & 14 encouraging, created wonderful and friendly atmosphere

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ime yt Kripalu Yoga Chair Yoga a D New Ben Cohen, Instructor Barbara Perlo, Instructor Hemp & CBD — Is it for ME? Yoga is a wonderful way to nourish your Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga Mike Fitzgerald, Instructor body and calm your mind. In this class that is practiced sitting in a chair, or you’ll increase flexibility, strengthen mus- standing using a chair for support. Our in- Get the lowdown on the most dynamic crop cles, improve balance, and experience deep structor will guide you with compassion, ex- in history: hemp. From its earliest uses in relaxation. The Kripalu method encourages pertise, and humor to introduce you to yoga clothing, rope and feed, to its application in you to honor your limitations and adapt which can help you increase your strength Renaissance times as the crop that helped postures accordingly. In addition to a variety and flexibility, focus and concentration, and ships cross the Atlantic, to its current day of yoga postures each week, you’ll learn yoga discover inner calm—all while having fun. uses in everything from cars to concrete to breathing techniques, meditation, and stress This class will use chairs to avoid the diffi- plastics and gasoline, hemp has certainly reduction tools you can use in daily life. This culty of getting down or up off the floor. If had an impact on us. But you’ll want to class is suitable for beginning and experi- you have never tried a yoga class, give this learn about the cannabinoid CBD, which enced students. one a try! is derived from the hemp plant. Join us to uncover the fascinating history of this versa- Wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat, and Bring a yoga mat to class. Directions emailed to tile plant, and get your questions answered avoid wearing perfumes or strong scents. registered students. about its potential medicinal effects. Y104-P20 $155 Y181-P20 $155 Location will be emailed to registered students. 8 Tuesdays @ Newton South 5–6:15pm 10 Thursdays @ Durant-Kenrick House 9:15–10:15am April 7–June 2 April 2–June 11 P420-P20 $39 No class April 21 No class April 23 Tuesday May 5 @ Brookline 6:30–8:30pm

ime yt Yoga and Your Anatomy First Aid a D New Ben Cohen, Instructor for Grandparents Savor Mindful Eating Why can some people’s legs open to nearly AllenKingsley staff, Instructors a 180 degree split in seated angle pose, and If you’re a grandparent caring for Karen Koebbeman, Instructor yours won’t even spread to 90 degrees? It’s kids, you need to know how to respond Take control of your intake and avoid over- not all skill and practice—a lot of it has to do in case of a first-aid emergency. Much has eating/mindless eating. Learn to resist food with anatomy. Individual variation in bone changed since you may have used first aid temptations—from vacations and family structure can cause dramatic differences in with your own children. You’ll learn to han- celebrations to leftovers and backyard bar- joint range of motion. Learn to identify ten- dle injuries and manage illness for the first beques—and eat healthier by forming your sion versus compression and discover how few minutes until help arrives. We’ll cover own mindful eating practice. In this class, these sensations relate to how your body ex- first aid basics; medical, injury, and envi- you’ll learn to appreciate food more by being periences yoga positions. We’ll discuss how ronmental emergencies; and pediatric CPR. focused on the present, increasing awareness to know when it is appropriate to go deeper We’ll learn about allergies and epipens too. of your wants and needs, and engaging the into a pose and when it’s time to back off, so You’ll receive American Safety and Health senses. You’ll leave with your own person- you can better understand and honor your Institute certifications upon successful com- alized mindful eating plan, packed with natural limits. You’ll be guided through joint pletion of this course. strategies for truly enjoying holidays and range of movement exercises and a sequence gatherings without feeling deprived or Y127-P20 $105 of yoga postures to help you feel the anatom- guilty afterwards. 2 Wednesdays @ Durant-Kenrick House 10–11:30am ical concepts discussed. May 20 & May 27 P344-P20 $39 Wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat, and Monday April 6 @ Newton North 7–9pm avoid wearing perfumes or strong scents. Sign up for Ben’s Kripalu Yoga class and this Anatomy class and get $5 off! Discount appears at checkout. Y206-P20 $45 Thursday May 21 @ Newton South 6:45–8:45pm

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New Finding Love Through New Certificate in Food, Online Dating The Art of Emotional Nutrition, and Health Susan Trotter, Instructor Intelligence Cyndie Koopsen, Instructor You can find love through online dating, if Lauren Mackler, Instructor you know the best ways to approach it. This Get a holistic overview of current food and Improve your relationships with others dynamic class is about how to have more fun nutrition issues and their impact on physi- by more effectively communicating your and experience greater success with online cal, social, emotional, and spiritual health. thoughts, feelings, wishes, and boundaries. dating. In the process, you’ll learn to create Throughout this course, you’ll become more In this class, you’ll learn to strengthen your a fabulous online profile, better assess other conscious of what you eat, why you eat it, interpersonal skills and gain mastery of your people’s profiles, write enticing emails to get how it is prepared, and what consequences emotions. You’ll get tips on speaking clearly the responses you want from the people you your food choices have on your health as and purposefully, and you’ll discover how want, and prepare for a fantastic first date well as the health of the planet. You’ll learn to manage differences in ways that solicit and beyond. You’ll walk away more optimis- how to change your eating habits for more respect, defuse conflict, and produce the tic, confident, and open to possibilities, in healthful outcomes—swapping processed outcomes you want in your personal life and your search for love. sugar for other sweeteners, adding probiot- at work. ics to the diet, and harnessing the healing P890-P20 $45 P200-P20 $35 effect of herbs. Ultimately, you’ll gain insight Thursday May 14 @ Newton North 7–9pm Thursday April 16 @ Newton South 6:30–8pm into how food interacts with your body and the impact it has globally. Verbal Self-Defense This is an online class. See online listing for the course syllabus and more information. Rona Fischman, Instructor Stop sparring. Learn techniques for setting P894-P20-O $125 respectful limits with those you get verbally 6 week online class entangled with, including co-workers, April 15–May 22 family members, and/or neighbors. See how your personal style matters, and how to adapt it to the situation. We’ll practice ways to maintain your integrity and avoid arguments with those you disagree with, and by the end of this program you’ll have the Your Signature Scent methods you need to increase your chances of successful dialogue. Cher Kore, Instructor This is an intro to Active Bystander Training de- Find the perfect perfume or cologne that’s scribed on the next page. Sign up for both classes right for you! You’ll design your own scent, and get a $10 discount. crafting it yourself with all-natural essential Y240-P20 $45 oils. We’ll test and sample dozens of com- mon and uncommon scents, and learn about Wednesday May 6 @ Newton North 7–9pm the emotional and mood-altering effects of each oil. Then, we’ll discuss how to mix the Rona was an expert in her field oils to make your own signature fragrance. and she was very effective at Our instructor will also show you how to teaching and discussing the adjust top, middle, and bottom scent notes subject matter. Continue to bring Rona to create alluring aromas that balance body back to teach! and mind. You’ll leave class with your own customized perfume or cologne. Bring a $15 materials fee payable to the instructor. P147-P20 $45 Tuesday May 19 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

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ime yt a Active Bystander Training Posture, Balance, D Mind-Body Healing & Rona Fischman, Instructor & Fall Prevention Releasing Fears Given your physical type and presentation, Adam Poock, Instructor Judith Swack, Instructor gender, race, social status, and geographic Improve your balance and posture Learn techniques to quiet the mind, release location, there are better and worse ways to avoid falling. Posture and balance are negative emotions, and ease healing. Mind- to intervene in a conflict situation. You’ll related and are key to your future quality of Body Healing (also known as Mind-Body learn to identify circumstances that require life. Join us to learn about the anatomy of Therapy) is the idea that the mind and intervention and your particular go-to your core, and how it connects to your fin- body form one unit in the healing process. interventions. But this isn’t just theory, gers, hips, shoulders, head, and diaphragm Join us and discover powerful, easy-to-use, you’ll practice a variety of effective tactics to power your balance. We’ll also review methods for communicating directly with to discover what works best for you. Come how small muscle and connective tissue your unconscious mind, body, and soul as prepared to work through a variety of situa- traumas rob your function and strength, you eliminate unwanted behaviors. Learn a tions within our group. and how those tissues can be restored. way to release your fears with the Natural We highly recommend taking Verbal Self-Defense You’ll leave class with a detailed postural Bio-Destressing technique, (EFT) the effec- before this class; we’ll give you a $10 discount if evaluation with a special emphasis on hip tive natural way to quickly and reliably re- you sign up for both. function, as well as specific treatment plans lease irrational fears, phobias and traumas, Y241-P20 $45 and exercise interventions. and other self-sabotaging behaviors. Bring Wednesday May 13 @ Newton North 7–9pm Tuition includes comprehensive handouts and a your questions. specialized massage tool. P597-P20 $65 New P891-P20 $135 2 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm 3 Thursdays @ Russian School of Math 10:30am–12pm May 20 & 27 Achieving Success April 2–16 With Difficult People Judy Snyder, Instructor Alexander Technique: Improve Learn to see things from others’ viewpoints Posture & Relieve Pain based on their values, experiences, knowl- edge, and self-interests. Approach difficult Jill Geiger, Instructor situations by understanding who your diffi- Interested in improving your posture, mov- cult people are, how you react to them, and ing with ease, and relieving stiffness, pain, their responses to your actions. You’ll prac- and tension? Poor posture, stress, and neck/ tice analyzing your interactions with those back/shoulder pains are often caused by un- you share space with, and by observing them recognized habits of tension. The Alexander closely, you’ll learn to read their identifying Technique provides the means to restore characteristics. Once you can identify the your innate good posture, balance and poise type of person you’re dealing with, you can by teaching you how to recognize and un- choose appropriate reactions to their behav- learn these common habits. Since the 1890’s, iors and maintain easier relationships. performers, athletes, and individuals of all This is an online class. See online listing for the ages have used this method to reduce ten- course syllabus and more information. sion and stress and experience lasting relief from chronic pain. You’ll be introduced to Y263-P20-O $125 the technique—its history, principles, and 6 week online class application to everyday activities. Tuition April 15–May 22 includes one private lesson outside of class. Y103-P20 $55 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm May 6 & 13

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Music & Theatre Arts New Intro to Guitar Broadway Sing-a-long Arnold Rosen, Instructor Marguerite Monahan, Instructor Gain a strong foundation in the basics of Improvisational Acting this versatile instrument by learning to Belt it out with friendly fellow singers. If you Judith Kalaora, Instructor play songs. Building from week to week, sing in the car, love Broadway musicals, and Think on your feet and build your confi- we’ll cover the fundamentals of holding, are up at the mic on Karaoke nights, this class dence in public speaking. Improvisational tuning, and strumming. You’ll develop is for you. We’ll sing loud and proud (if not performance takes shape with little or no finger strength, dexterity, and muscle mem- perfectly in tune) to whatever songs we’re in advance planning. Learn the fundamentals ory while learning chords, melodies, and the mood for; we’ll sing together, in duos or as you ease into a variety of theater games rhythms. If you’re just learning for the first trios, or solo if you’re up for it. Lyrics for ev- and exercises to develop your skills. You’ll time, this course will help you build the ery song will be on a Smartboard, and visual use your instincts to create unique charac- skills for playing on your own or with others. cues will help you jump in whenever you’re ters with strong objectives. We’ll also explore The music we play will be determined by ready. We’ll sing tunes from all of our favor- Playback, a form of improv, where group students’ interests. ite movies and musicals—from The Pajama members tell stories from their lives and Bring a guitar along with a folder, and a pen. Game to Little Shop of Horrors to Dear Evan we enact them on the spot. Join us and be Hansen—accompanied by their soundtracks. M106-P20 $115 surprised by the scenes you develop as your So whatever your musical inclination is, so 6 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:45–7:45pm fears on stage vanish. Come ready to laugh. long as you love to sing, join us! April 7–May 19 You’ll look forward to this evening all week! No class April 21 New and returning students welcome. M357-P20 $99 4 Mondays @ Newton South 5–6:30pm M570-P20 $129 April 27–May 18 New 4 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm May 6–June 10 Guitar Jam 2 No class May 13 & June 3 Play the Ukulele Phil Kaplan, Instructor Arnold Rosen, Instructor Guitar Jam veterans, join us to learn and play Whether you’re a fan of Amanda Palmer, more iconic and signature soul, R&B, funk, Don Ho, or Tiny Tim, you can entertain and country rhythm guitar parts. Learn to friends with a favorite tune as you learn to connect these parts to the chords they’re de- play this fun instrument. A cross between rived from and derive your own variations, the guitar and banjo, the ukulele has been and explore how this can be helpful for your around since the late 1800’s. We’ll cover the solo playing and improvising. basics, including chord progressions, single- Advanced beginners and intermediate players or note playing, and right hand strumming students from Guitar Jam Workshop are welcome techniques. We’ll also demonstrate and to attend. teach you numerous playing styles. No M323-P20 $139 experience necessary. 6 Mondays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm Bring your ukulele. April 6–May 18 M470-P20 $115 No class April 20 6 Tuesdays @ Newton North 5:30–6:30pm April 7–May 19 No class April 21

Outstanding instructor who is very patient and knowledgeable. He was very helpful to me as I was encouraged to learn at my own pace and incorporate my own style. Most importantly he made the class fun! I would not hesitate to recommend this course (taught by this instructor) to anyone.

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Klezmer Music Ensemble New Hand Drumming Barry Shapiro, Instructor What is Music Made of? DrumConnection staff, Instructors Fun fact: Baseball’s favorite song, “Take Me Phil Kaplan, Instructor Explore the rhythms of West Africa, Cuba, Out to the Ball Game”, has roots in klezmer and Brazil on the drums. We’ll play indig- Deepen your appreciation of music by un- music. Join us for this class to learn other enous rhythms on the conga, ashiko, and derstanding its basic building blocks. In this fun melodies from this musical tradition and djembe drums; you’ll learn how hand drum- class you’ll learn the vocabulary of written discover its distinct sound. Literally klay ze- ming is used to express and communicate. music, including clefs and note names, key mer, klezmer means instruments of song and New and returning students welcome. signatures, scales, and common chords. is the traditional music of Eastern European Bring a $5 materials fee for DrumConnection You’ll be introduced to elements of music Ashkenazi Jews. It’s mostly played for danc- Hand Drumming for Beginners Book, payable to theory, and try some ear-training exercises ing at happy occasions such as weddings or the instructor. Also bring a hand drum of your to aid your growing musical understanding. bar mitzvahs. From the first moment of class choice to the first class, or you can rent one (call We’ll also discuss song forms, and common we’ll be playing and singing, so bring your first: 781-316-8068). rhythmic, melodic, and lyrical devices. If instrument and prepare to let loose and have you’re a music lover with no musical train- M109-P20 $119 fun. All levels and all instruments welcome. ing, this class is for you. 5 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm April 29–May 27 M346-P20 $159 Bring a notebook and pen to class (piano provided). 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm M458-P20 $105 April 2–May 28 American Music: The Sixties No class April 23 6 Mondays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm April 6–May 18 John Clark, Instructor I love the music Barry picks No class April 20 Take a nostalgic journey through the most out and he is so welcoming of creative and influential years in American pop music—an era that gave birth to vir- all different levels. Voice for Beginners tually every modern-day genre of popular Mena Levit, Instructor music. We’ll consider how the musical ex- Sing With Us In Yiddish If you love to sing and want to improve your perimentation of the Beatles, the profound Mena Levit, Instructor methods, now is the time to learn. We’ll re- poetic lyrics of Bob Dylan, and the electric view basic breathing, alignment, resonance, Discover the joy of singing in Yiddish. blues revivalism of the Rolling Stones and relaxation, and centering techniques essen- Improve your sound and build your vocal Yardbirds set the standard for scores of oth- tial for developing your voice and gaining strength and flexibility through Yiddish er artists. We’ll explore the beginnings of confidence in singing. You don’t have to Theater and folk songs. We’ll work on ex- country, rock, soul and funk and rap music, know how to read music but humor, pa- panding your vocal range and developing and discuss how this musical bonanza was tience, and a sense of adventure are helpful. confidence in your voice, as we explore the both a catalyst for and an expression of the Join us, master the fundamentals, and find context and pronunciation of Mameloshn tumultuous events and massive culture shifts your singing voice. (Yiddish for mother tongue). You’ll feel the of the period. Readings and music listening connection to the text as you create your M174-P20 $199 will be assigned for the week preceding each class meeting. vocal character and interpretations, and 6 Tuesdays @ Newton North 5:30–6:45pm improve your acting ability. You’ll leave class April 28–June 2 M140-P20 $125 with a whole new repertoire, and apprecia- 4 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm tion of this music to share with others. All April 7–May 5 levels welcome. No class April 21 M779-P20 $199 6 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–7:45pm April 28–June 2

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Write Now! Writing, Speaking, & Judith Poole, Instructor Literature Jump start your stalled pen by joining our facilitated workshop. Here’s your chance to let your pen take the lead; discover what the New writer within you wants to say; and write Writing about Nature for the sheer joy of it, bypassing that inner Tracy Marks, Instructor critic. Whether you write all the time; plan to do so, but just haven’t got around to it; or Whether you write nonfiction, fiction or po- your writing practice has lost its spark, come etry, if you are a nature lover, you can benefit enjoy the magic that happens when a group from reading accomplished nature writers engages in the creative process together Understand Modern Dance and learning many approaches to inspiring We’ll use a variety of exercises to call out the Kelley Donovan, Instructor nature writing. We’ll develop our descriptive muse, and all participants have a chance to ability; consider scientific, environmental, Leave your dancing shoes at home. Join us read and receive positive feedback. to learn about dance as a contemporary art philosophical, spiritual, romantic, feminist and travel-oriented perspectives; and do Suggested reading before class: Writing Down form. We’ll discuss current issues in dance, the Bones, by Natalie Goldberg. and compare points of view as expressed by personalized writing assignments. We’ll also major choreographers as we consider their enjoy a writing-oriented field trip amidst the W110-P20 $155 unique contributions to the dance world. profusion of spring blossoms. 6 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm Through readings, videos, and discussion, Recommended reading: John Murray’s classic, April 2–May 14 you’ll gain a critical perspective and enhance Writing About Nature, and Clare Walker Leslie’s No class April 23 your appreciation of dance as an exciting Nature Journal: A Guided Journal. and ever-changing performance art. We’ll W111-P20 $149 Publish Your Book... explore significant choreographers and 5 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:45–9pm Guaranteed! dancers including Isadora Duncan, Ballet May 6–27 David Ewen, Instructor Russe, Balanchine, Martha Graham, Merce Optional field trip: Saturday May 16 afternoon What’s the point of being a writer if nobody Cunningham, Mark Morris, Alvin Ailey, Jose (rain date May 17). Limon, Twyla Tharp, and many more. ever gets to read what you’ve written? Get a publishing professional’s inside perspective M841-P20 $125 The teacher, Tracy Marks, on how to self-publish your manuscript and 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm is brilliant, generous, and invested in our success. get it onto bookstore shelves, ebook form, April 7–May 5 and in audiobook. You’ll learn everything No class April 21 you need to know, from designing your book and getting it reviewed, to online marketing, and to arranging your own promotional signing tours. W132-P20 $55 Wednesday April 29 @ Newton North 6–9pm

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Poetry Writing: Public Speaking New Inspiration and Craft with Confidence Exploring Greek & Roman Tracy Marks, Instructor lau lapides company staff, Instructors Mythology: Meaning in Myth “Poetry is not a luxury. It is a vital necessity,” Eliminate your fears and anxieties and mas- Tracy Marks, Instructor wrote poet Audre Lorde. Whether you’re a ter public speaking skills. From the moment Learn about Greek and Roman myths, and beginning or experienced poet, this course you enter a room, you make your impres- discover those which personally speak to will feed your appreciation of poetry and sion: your voice, your first few words, your you. We’ll begin with a discussion of the inspire your writing in free verse and/or style, your energy, your initial eye contact— most significant gods, goddesses, heroes formal rhymed verse. We’ll provide many all can contribute to make or break your and heroines. We’ll then focus upon a dozen suggestions, but the kind of poetry you bond with your audience. In this dynamic Greek myths as interpreted by the Roman write and subject matter will be entirely workshop you’ll learn techniques to help you poet, Ovid in his poetic, readable classic, your choice. Class sessions will consist of engage your audience and polish your pre- Metamorphoses. Class includes mini- mini-lectures on the elements of poetry, dis- sentation. Whether you have a wedding to lecture, discussion, reading together, and cussion of the craft in exceptional contem- toast, eulogy to deliver, or scripted speech to viewing excerpts from mythical movies porary poems, and creative exercises to help make in front of a crowd, you’ll learn to or- and documentaries. you generate your own poems. ganize and deliver the content that’s relevant Your instructor recommends you obtain a copy For the first class bring six copies of a poem that’s and interesting. We’ll work on proper articu- of Ovid’s Metamorphoses translated by Allan meaningful to you personally. lation, breathing, and storytelling techniques Mandelbaum or Stanley Lombardo, and bring it to help you create the chemistry for you to W182-P20 $165 to the first class. have a commanding presence. 5 Mondays @ Newton North 6:45–9pm W108-P20 $105 April 6–May 11 Come dressed in comfortable clothes, bring a note- book and water. 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:45–9pm No class April 20 April 2–May 7 W101-P20 $49 No class April 23 Monday June 1 @ Newton South 7–9pm Grammar 101 for Adults Tracy Marks, Instructor I really liked the That or which? Who or whom? Affect or combination of effect? Even the best-educated people can theory and practice struggle with basic grammar and punctua- tion. If you’re yearning to know the differ- ence between commas and semicolons, how to avoid dangling participles, and whether it’s ever okay to split an infinitive, join us for this fun and funny foray into grammar. We’ll focus on several dozen common mistakes, do practice exercises in class, and learn easy-to-remember rules to help you focus on what you’re trying to say, rather than on how you’re saying it. W211-P20 $45 2 Mondays @ Newton North 6:45–9pm May 18 & June 1 No class May 25

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Crafts New New Embroider This & That Felted Faux Cactus Jewelry Making for Beginners Daniela Cermenati, Instructor Bonnie Lerner, Instructor Danielle Larosee, Instructor Explore embroidery, a centuries-old art No green thumb required! Expand your form that is still going strong. First we’ll indoor garden with beautiful cactus plants. Make jewelry in just three classes. First, we’ll cover the basics: how to make different Using washed wool sweaters and stuffing, craft beaded bracelets and discuss supplies stitches such as the French knot, picot, you’ll make felted cacti that can be used as and tools for more projects. In the second and seed stitch, and how to transfer your decorative objects or pincushions (though class we’ll focus on necklaces, and in the last embroidered projects onto the fabric pieces you may enjoy looking at them too much to class we will design earrings. You’ll learn key of your choice. Then you’ll use your new put pins in them). You’ll make at least two jewelry-component terms, where to buy tools skills to embroider on clothes you bring to cacti varieties in class and bring home di- and how to use them. We’ll also review which class, and to make wall hangings for your rections to make several others. Once you’ve kinds of clasps and stringing materials to use home. You’ll learn to adorn hats, T-shirts, mastered the technique of working with and the mechanics of putting all the pieces jackets, sweaters, and more, using colorful felted wool, you can create many other crafts together with supplies you bring to class. threads and yarns. We’ll discuss thread and and accessories on your own. You need to bring your own supplies to this class. wool options; assemble color palettes; and Basic hand sewing skills are strongly recommend- Bring a memory wire or elastic,at least seven inch- experiment with mixing stitches, colors, and ed. All materials and tools will be supplied by our es of beads (large or small, new or old), along with textures. All levels welcome. instructor; bring a $10 material fee payable to the Round Nose and Chain Nose pliers. Don’t forget instructor in class. your reading glasses! Additional supplies for the Bring a $20 materials fee payable to the instruc- other classes will be discussed. tor in class. Threads, fabric, yarns, hoops, needles, N891-P20 $49 and other items will be provided. N834-P20 $105 Wednesday April 15 @ Newton North 6–9pm 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm N982-P20 $125 ime 4 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm yt April 7–28 Knitting Workshop a April 13–May 11 D No class April 21 Don Scope, Instructor No class April 20 Is it knit one/purl two, or purl one/knit one? If you’ve been trying to figure it out but just don’t get how to knit, grab your needles and yarn and learn! Whether you’ve never knit before or have dozens of completed sweaters to your credit, it’s nice to have a regular time and place to work on your individual project with others. With instructor guidance, you’ll discover new techniques to improve your current skills or solve common problems. You’ll get directions on everything from the basics to advanced knitting and finishing. New and returning students welcome. Bring a pattern, knitting needles, and yarn to class. Call 617-969-8070 with questions. Location: Putting On The Knitz, 1282 Washington Street. N781-P20 $149 8 Wednesdays @ West Newton 10–11:30am April 1–May 27 Share your thoughts about your No class April 22 NCE class. Fill out our evaluation form under Quick Links at Don and his wife Janet create a newtoncommunityed.org. relaxed and social atmosphere in which to learn. Assistance is readily offered as needed.

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Quilting by Machine New Emily Williams, Instructor Cross Stitch Workshop Display beautiful patterns and intricate Danielle Larosee, Instructor compositions much faster by creating quilts Make art with thread. Working from a pat- by machine. With instructor guidance and tern, you’ll learn basic and special stitching, in-class exercises, you’ll learn to sew tra- lettering, and motifs. You’ll also learn about ditional block patterns as well as modern fabric types. We’ll create a six-inch cross- simplistic designs. You’ll also get tips on stitch pattern on a piece of aida fabric, based different techniques and styles for blending on a variety of examples. Once you get the and matching colors and fabrics of various hang of it, you can move on to graph paper patterns. Choose a project supplied by the and create your own pattern to stitch onto instructor, or bring your own ideas: baby Crochet Today: Intermediate fabric. Cross stitch is a great on-the-go art quilts, table runners, or place mats for (Cozy Blanket) form you can enjoy almost anywhere, and less-experienced quilters, and larger projects Danielle Larosee, Instructor your work will make a beautiful homemade if you’re more experienced. Rulers, cutting Crochet your way to warmth. Join us to learn gift for family and friends. mats, and rolling blades provided. This class blanket patterns, hook sizes, tension, and cus- is for experienced sewers, but beginning Bring a $20 materials fee payable to the instructor. tom pattern-making. You can make anything quilters welcome. New and returning stu- from a baby blanket to a cover for your king N360-P20 $95 dents welcome too. size bed. Choose a one-color design, or mix it 3 Mondays @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm Bring your machine with its manual to class, and up with some fun stripes or squares. Get cre- May 18–June 8 accessories including a seam ripper, small scissors, ative and crochet a cozy covering for yourself No class May 25 good cotton thread, bobbins that fit your ma- chine, and machine needles (sizes 11 and 14). or a loved one. This class is for students who have taken our beginner class or have past Bouquet & Flower Arranging N593-P20 $145 crochet experience. Bonnie Lerner, Instructor 6 Mondays @ Newton South 6:45–8:45pm Bring large crochet hooks and bulky or super You bought a bunch of flowers, or got them April 6–May 18 bulky yarn to class. as a gift, and stuck them in a vase... but they No class April 20 N193-P20 $139 looked awful and quickly wilted. Sound 5 Mondays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm familiar? Join us and learn to turn an assort- Crochet Today April 6–May 18 ment of supermarket flowers into a beautiful arrangement. Learn to handle the flowers Danielle Larosee, Instructor No class April 20 properly and display them beautifully; plus, You can crochet! In this class we’ll start discover tricks to help your flowers last lon- by learning the basic stitches—the single, ger. Bring a medium size glass or ceramic half-double, and double-crochet—that are vase to class. Take it home filled with a stun- used in most patterns. We’ll also cover the ning bouquet of flowers. essential skills you need to read patterns, Bring a $20 materials fee payable to the instructor. practice different crocheting techniques, and plan a project from start to finish. So N132-P20 $49 don’t be intimidated by yarn, metal hooks, Wednesday April 29 @ Newton North 6–8:30pm and complicated patterns—by the end of this course, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to turn colorful yarn into some- thing you can use and love. Bring crochet hooks F-K, one skein of worsted weight yarn, and two skeins of bulky yarn in colors that make you happy. If you have a half-finished project collecting dust in the closet, bring that too! N723-P20 $125 4 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm May 13–June 10 No class June 3

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Textured Glass Class Stained Glass Studio Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Make a beautiful glass art panel, 8x11 inches, Create a one-of-a-kind stained panel (about to display in a window, mount on a wall, or 1.5 square feet) using the copper foil meth- insert on a stand. In this class, you’ll bring od of assembling the glass pieces. Starting light and color to your artwork with low with an idea, you’ll develop it into a sketch relief. We will create patterns with ceramic and then a full-scale drawing. Your design fiber, a soft material that’s easily cut or torn, will come to life through shapes, colors, and then layer three pieces of glass on top. You textures as you learn to cut, foil, and solder will enhance your project by cutting and the glass. Our instructor has 20 years of Handcrafted Soaps adding thin pieces of colored fusible glass. experience in stained glass and fusing, and Jeff Klein, Instructor Our instructor will kiln-fire your glass loves to share his passion for glass. Materials “sandwich” to create the final product—a will be provided (foil, solder, zinc channels), The first soaps were likely made by acci- solid piece that bears the imprint of the tex- along with a wide selection of cathedral and dent—some lard spilled on a cooking fire, tured fiber you handcrafted. Pick up your European mouth-blown glass for your proj- reacted with wood ash, and voila! Although finished projects at the NCE office a week ect. No experience necessary. the process of saponification (making soap) after class, and bring them home to display has since been perfected, the basic principles Bring a $90 materials fee payable to the instructor with pride. All levels welcome. in class. remain the same. Join us to learn two differ- ent techniques for making soap. You’ll work Bring an $85 materials fee payable to the in- N158-P20 $255 structor. Wear closed- toe shoes. Safety glasses with coconut, olive, and palm oils and have 8 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30–9:30pm provided. some options of fancy oils and fragrances April 1–June 3 to add in as well such as shea butter and N777-P20 $49 No class April 8 & 22 lavender. You’ll take home 10 or more bars, Thursday May 21 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm perfect for pampering yourself or giving as Glass Fusing Workshop gifts. You’ll also receive materials and recipes to make soap on your own. Michel L’Huillier, Instructor A $50 materials fee is payable to the instructor. Turn glass into art as you master the basics Bring a big mixing bowl. of this beautiful craft. You’ll learn glass-fus- ing techniques and design with colored N151-P20 $79 glass pieces, powders and frits, stringers, 2 Mondays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm and beads. After a series of exercises, you’ll May 4 & 11 design and make a 4”x 4” dish and one 8”x 8” plate, or 8” diameter bowl or long chan- nel plate, using the learned methods. The finished projects will be available for pickup at the NCE office within a week of class. Materials and tools will be provided. No ex- perience necessary. Bring an $85 materials fee payable to the instruc- tor. Bring safety glasses and wear closed-toe shoes. N479-P20 $49 Thursday May 7 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm

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ime yt Cabinetmaking & Woodworking Greener Gardening a Home & Garden D Garrett Tingle & Gabriel Bibuld, Instructors Rebecca Warner, Instructor Once you’ve learned the fundamentals of Grow your garden organically, cabinetmaking and woodworking, you can The Garden Coach and eliminate unnecessary work build almost anything. Learn the proper Brian Karlsson-Barnes, Instructor and expense. Make compost the easy way, use of both hand and power tools, safety Create the perfect garden for your home. skipping the turning and watering; convert precautions, and how to navigate in a Our instructor—a professional landscape free material like fall leaves and wood chips woodworking environment. Beginning designer and master gardener—will discuss into soil-building mulch; and plant seeds students will learn the basics by fabricating soil, moisture, sun exposure, shade, and and seedlings using no-till methods that a modest project, such as a bookshelf, coffee drainage. He’ll use tailored approaches for suppress weeds and let soil-living organisms table, cutting board, or Adirondack chair— each student to help you design a garden do the work. You’ll also get a recipe for mak- the project will be decided on by the group that meets your needs and style. Plus, he’ll ing quick peat-free potting mix, helping to with instructor guidance. Returning students sketch individual outdoor plans for your save peat bogs, which sequester a third of will build on their acquired skills and work site. You’ll leave class with a greater under- the world’s soil carbon. Convert parts of towards independence as they progress standing of your outdoor space and learn your lawn into attractive growing areas that through the program. how to better make your garden grow. spare water and fossil-fuel energy. Spare You supply the wood for your project. A materials Bring dimensions and pictures of your your back and your wallet too as you apply list will be discussed in class. outside space. these environmental principles for a beauti- ful backyard garden. This is a hands-on class; N134-P20-1 $265 G173-P20 $95 dress appropriately. 7 Mondays @ Newton North 6–9pm 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm April 13–June 8 Class takes place at our instructor’s garden; April 7–28 exact location will be emailed. Tuition includes No class Apr 20 & May 25 No class April 21 a copy of The Sustainable-Enough Garden by N134-P20-2 $265 Rebecca Warner. It was a beautiful day, a small 7 Wednesdays @ Newton North 6–9pm group, and a very informed G149-P20 $55 April 15–June 10 and informal guide. 2 Saturdays @ Newton 11am–12:30pm No class Apr 22 & June 3 May 2 & 16 Garret really makes the No class May 9 experience fun but also safe. Rain dates: Sundays May 3 & May 17 His unflappable nature lets his Loved this course. The knowledge students do what they can, make I gained really opened my eyes mistakes and learn from them all to the world of Native plants and in a very safe environment. their role in ecology.

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Six Monday mornings at Temple Shalom in West Newton April 27–June 8 • 10am-12:30pm • Live music performances • Engaging course offerings • Distinguished speaker series

Highlights this Spring • Music & History (from World War I to the ‘60s) with historian John Clark • Words That Changed the World (six historical speeches) with popular teacher Larry Lowenthal

If you’re on our mailing list, you’ll receive a brochure with detailed program information. To join the list, call 617-559-6714.

Registration opens in March. Check our website or call us for details.

Congratulations to the Speech Team Success! NCE Middle School Speech Team members for an impressive performance at the Milton, MA tournament last November. And Kudos to Head Coach Kim Vanaman and her team of coaches for getting them there. 1st place recognition awards were won by many! Kids entering grades 5-9: Meet Coach V and find out what it’s all about. Sign up for Public Speaking Boot Camp this summer. See page 63 for details.

36 617 559-6999 Celebrate Mother’s Day with your mom Nourish with Chocolate or someone else who’s Tell this to your mom: special to you chocolate is good for you! Then take this class together so our instructor can back up your claim with hard facts. Take it (page 16) with your mom

Just Draw! If she loves to draw, constantly Arboretum doodles, needs a new way to relax, Walking Tour or is looking for an artistic outlet, Give it Spend some quality time we think your mom would love to your with your mom. Enjoy an this class. It’s about making great mom informative stroll through art from simple line drawings. this beautiful garden in Actually, it’s all the rage, so your nearby Jamaica Plain. mom will be cutting edge if she (page 38) takes this class. Bike Repair & (page 6) Maintenance Make sure your mom stays safe and in control on her long bike rides. Really she should at least know how to change a Take it tire or reattach the chain. so you can get (page 18) along better with your mom

Achieving Success With Difficult People It’s an online class (so it won’t show up on your shared calendar). Nothing against your mom, but we could all use tips so we don’t act badly when our buttons are pushed. This class might be just the thing. (page 27)

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ime yt New New Arboretum a Walking Tour D Composting — Spring Gardening Brian Karlsson-Barnes, Instructor A Beginner’s Guide! Jeff Klein, Instructor Join us for a woodsy, docent-led, Anna (Babbette) Wils, Instructor Set your garden up for a season of success. garden tour of the Arnold Arboretum. We’ll What is composting and how do I get Early spring— before the leaves and blos- walk off-road and up and down the verdant started? Why would adding compost help soms return to the trees— is a wonderful hills as we consider the Arboretum before my plants? These are common questions time to wake your garden beds up from it was an arboretum, including some in- asked by gardeners starting their own gar- winter slumber. This class teaches novices teresting glacial history. You’ll learn about dens. Composting is a great way to reuse, and experienced gardeners alike what and the man who donated the land, and about recycle food scraps and other waste from how to prune during this crucial time. America’s first landscape architect, Frederick your home, and it’s also a wonderful way Together we’ll tackle seeding wildflowers, Law Olmsted. We’ll discuss his design intent, to feed your plants. Compost enhances, amending soil, and adding mulch. We’ll also and learn some mid-19th century fun facts increases, and keeps plants healthy. Join us review a bit of layout, discuss topdressing to get you in the spirit of the time. and learn easy, do-it-yourself ways to get with compost or fertilizer, and establishing We’ll meet at the Arboretum’s main entrance gate: started. You’ll also learn ways to feed your (or reestablishing) new plantings. This class Hunnewell Building Visitor Center, 125 Arborway, will meet offsite in the yard of a participant. compost and get tips and tricks to generate Jamaica Plain. Park on the street. We’ll walk over high-quality compost. Please reach out if you’d like to volunteer a mile, so dress for the weather and wear comfort- your space, especially if you have a variety of G299-P20 $39 able shoes. If the weather looks questionable, call different perennials and shrubs. Tuesday May 19 @ Newton North 7–9pm 617-957-6611 for updates. G229-P20 $35 G215-P20 $39 Monday April 13 @ Newton 5–7pm Saturday May 16 @ Jamaica Plain 12–1:30pm

ime yt New a Home Maintenance & D Garden Centers Tour Improvement Brian Karlsson-Barnes, Instructor Brad Gove, Instructor Tour two of the best garden centers in the Save time and money by learning to main- Boston area. Learn how to choose the best tain your own home. We’ll review basics plants for dry or wet, sunny or shady sites. such as the systems in your house and the Spring and early summer are when plants tools needed to keep them in good work- are most abundantly available, so let’s go ing order. We’ll discuss the essentials for find them! There will be plenty of plants to small maintenance and repair projects like choose from, but we’ll select ours carefully. hanging objects, patching walls, fixing leaky So join us and plan to plant this spring! faucets, and painting. We’ll also help you determine which jobs you can do yourself Meeting location will be emailed. and when to seek professional help. Home G802-P20 $49 owners and renters alike are encouraged Saturday May 9 @ Weston 11am–2:30pm to attend. G101-P20 $79 3 Tuesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm May 12–26

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Money & Real Estate Making Your Nest Egg Last Deborah Goodman, CFP, CPA, Instructor Neither NCE nor Newton Public Schools can give specific Today’s notion of retirement is very dif- ferent from that of previous generations. advice concerning personal investments. Please do not Individuals are working and living longer, make any financial decisions based on recommenda- and are faced with the challenges of both tions from our independent instructors without first caring for elderly parents and providing for checking with your own advisors about the suitability the needs of adult children. In this course, of such actions. you’ll learn to assess your retirement needs, For all our Money & Real Estate classes, you can bring a position your assets to meet those needs, and take advantage of tax savings while friend and save. Just change the quantity at checkout. maximizing government retirement bene- fits. You’ll leave with detailed strategies for Social Security: Optimizing ending up with sufficient income to enjoy a Your Benefits comfortable, secure retirement. S275-P20 $35; $50/pair Count Your Chickens: Renée Senes, Instructor Thursday May 7 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm Raising a Small Flock in Learn how the sweeping changes to Social your Own Backyard Security could impact you. If you’re over 50, join us to discuss the basics of social Trading Equity Options Jessica Avery, Instructor security and all new numbers for 2020. Craig Forman, Instructor Can you really get farm fresh eggs from your We’ll examine the factors to take into con- Trading in equity options has exploded in own back yard? Sure you can! Raising chick- sideration when you decide to take benefits, recent years due to low commissions, excel- ens as pets and for eggs is legal in Newton including the implications of part time work lent free trading tools, and the emergence and several surrounding communities. and being divorced or widowed. You’ll learn of weekly options. Learn how options work, Learn all you need to know about starting a to create a retirement income strategy using how to trade them, and how to use them to small flock of birds: feeding, health, different social security as one source of income. control risk while enhancing your returns. breeds, housing, protection from predators, The information provided is general in nature You’ll also discover strategies for naked op- year-round care, eggs, raising chicks and and should not be construed as personal tax or tions, option spreads, and stock/option com- where to go to get more advice. Discover legal advice. binations. We’ll explore risk management, how to keep you, your chickens, and your S266-P20 $45; $70/pair volatility, and adjustments. For beginning neighbors happy. Thursday April 2 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm and seasoned investors who want to add You’ll get to meet Jessica’s chickens and check out options to their trading toolset. the coop setup the day after the classroom session. Jessica will host an open house (aka an “open S314-P20 $115; $190/pair coop”) for the class in her backyard in nearby West 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm Newton on Friday May 1 from 6-7pm. April 7–May 5 R242-P20 $65 No class April 21 Thursday April 30 @ Newton North 6–9pm

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Kevin Hutchinson - Flickr You Can Afford College If... College Funding Advisors Inc, staff, Instructors ... you plan in advance; understand the fi- nancial aid process; and act early enough to be successful. Aid goes to the families who plan in advance—ideally before December 31st of your child’s Sophomore year of high school. We’ll teach you how to maximize your financial aid by understanding the process, and how implementing strategies can increase your eligibility even if you have a “high income” or own a business. Remember: Procrastination equals less fi- nancial aid. All schools are not alike, so it is important to know your options and oppor- tunities. A free financial aid analysis will be Play the Stock Market Game Investing for Everyone available to all attendees. Peter Yaffe, Instructor John Dell’Erario, Instructor S104-P20 $35; $50/pair Imagine you’re handed $100K to invest in Learn about investments in a non-threat- Thursday April 30 @ Newton South 6:30–8:30pm the stock market—but have no idea how ening environment. We’ll take time to go Wall Street works. Join us and learn to grow over the basics to help us understand the College Funding and Admission a virtual $100K into a top-performing fi- investment world. We’ll start with two sim- Todd Weaver, Instructor nancial portfolio. Discover how investing ple concepts—risk and return—explained Unravel the mystery of obtaining financial actually works, starting by examining the in very basic terms. From there we’ll explore aid for college. In this workshop you’ll learn US markets, types of investments, and the investing, including what some of the terms what to expect throughout the financial aid impact of global events. We’ll examine risk, mean, who the players are, and what options process: when to start planning (hint—if speculating, and borrowing on margin. you have for actually making investments. you’re reading this, it’s probably now), how Working individually and in teams, you’ll Join us for this primer on investments, all in college payments will impact your retirement, compete against your classmates and oth- a fun, no-such-thing-as-a-dumb-question what your expected family contribution (or er groups across the state in this SIFMA environment. Bring all your questions. EFC) is, and, most importantly, how to help Foundation-sponsored game. Warning: the S107-P20 $69; $105/pair your student find the right school. You’ll leave Stockmarket Game™ is played each fall by 3 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm with strategies to create your own game plan, budding investors as young as 4th grade. April 29–May 13 a complimentary review of your EFC, and Can you do better than an elementary greater wisdom about the financial aid appli- schooler in making savvy financial deci- cation and awarding process. sions? Come find out! S324-P20 $35; $50/pair S319-P20 $125; $205/pair Monday April 27 @ Newton North 7:30–9pm 8 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm April 1–June 3 No class April 8 & 22 On June 3 class meets at Newton South.

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Estate Planning, Downsizing Made Easy Buying & Managing Probate, & Estate Litigation Marie Presti, Instructor Rental Properties Lisa Cukier & Clifford R. Cohen, Instructors When you’re at the point when you’re all Marie Presti, Instructor You can’t take it with you... but you can plan alone in a house or the costs or effort to If you’re interested in investing but wary ahead to make things easier for your family, maintain your home are more than you of the stock market, learn how to invest in friends, and loved ones. Get an overview of can handle, you may want to think about rental real estate properties instead. We’ll estate planning, estate taxes, and probate downsizing. But how to do it and where teach you what to look for, how to analyze administration in Massachusetts (including should you go? We’ll discuss what to con- and compare properties, and whether you how to avoid probate) and learn strategies sider: a condo, smaller home, or retirement need to consider hiring a property manager. to ensure your assets go to your loved ones community; whether you should sell first We’ll give you an overview of a landlord’s as you wish and without complications. and then buy a smaller home; and whether rights and responsibilities, and discuss the Learn about various estate-planning ve- to stay in town or move farther away. Listen differences between renting out part of your hicles, such as wills, trusts, health care to our expert talk about the options, the owner-occupied property and renting out proxies, durable powers of attorney, and process, and the financial considerations to property you don’t live in. more. We’ll discuss estate litigation, family downsizing, so when you’re ready, you can S252-P20 $55; $90/pair disputes, and financial exploitation by care- make a more informed decision. Tuesday April 7 @ Newton North 6–9pm givers relating to the assets of individuals S262-P20 $55; $90/pair with diminished mental capacity. Tuesday May 12 @ Newton North 6–9pm S219-P20 $55; $90/pair Vacation in Your 2nd Home Marie Presti, Instructor 2 Wednesdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm A First-Timer’s Guide Visit the Cape or Maine and actually own April 29 & May 6 to Home or Condo Buying that house you’ve dreamed of buying. In David Miller, Instructor this class you’ll learn all about the pros and Get an overview of the entire home-buying cons of owning a second home—from the process, from finding the perfect neighbor- work involved, to the tax considerations and hood and selecting a real estate broker, to the benefits. We’ll discuss what to consider obtaining favorable financing and hiring an when making your purchase, and how to attorney to protect your investment. Learn choose your long-term vacation location. how the rights and responsibilities of condo Our instructor will share recent market owners differ from those of home owners, data on several New England areas where and how to understand legal documents second homes are popular: New Hampshire, related to each. Use the knowledge you gain Vermont, Maine, Cape Cod, and the Islands. in this class to avoid disastrous situations. When you finish this class, you’ll be several Our unbiased, comprehensive approach can steps closer to making that dream of yours help you avoid disastrous situations—from a reality. the loss of your hard-earned deposit, to S106-P20 $45; $70/pair buying a property with latent defects such as Monday April 27 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm termites, lead paint, or water damage. S100-P20 $69; $105/pair 2 Tuesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm April 28 & May 5

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Business & Career Introducing Yourself or Your Voice-Overs... Business in 30 Seconds Now is Your Time! (or less) Such A Voice staff, Instructors Grantwriting 101 Deb Elbaum, Instructor In what could be the one of most enlighten- Hillel Bromberg, Instructor Imagine that you have 30 seconds (or less!) ing two hours you’ve ever spent, we’ll show You need funds for your nonprofit organi- to explain what you do, what projects you you how you could actually begin using your zation and foundations have money to give are passionate about, or what your business speaking voice for commercials, films, vid- away. The link between them is called a is all about. Can you do it? If not, we’ll help eos and more. You’ll learn about a unique, “grant proposal,” and this lecture, led by an you learn to give an “elevator speech” with outside-of-the-box way to cash in on one of experienced grant writer, provides a basic ease and poise. It’s not just about the re- the most lucrative full or part-time careers but complete tour of its parts and how hearsing, though we’ll cover that—we’ll go out there. This is a business you can handle to approach them. We’ll start with some over body language, word choice, getting on your own terms, on your own turf, in broad concepts: what is a proposal, what feedback, and above all else, how to grab your own time, and with practically no over- are its elements, and what is the writing someone’s attention with a compelling and head. And now is the best time to make this process. Then we’ll get down to specifics, interesting story. Be prepared to practice. happen as new companies are looking for exploring each major section of a typical new voices like never before! B304-P20 $35 proposal. We’ll also discuss other elements B291-P20 $49 of the submission package: the letter of in- Tuesday May 12 @ Newton South 7:30–9pm Wednesday April 29 @ Newton North 6:30–8:30pm tent, budget, and supplementary materials. You’ll come away with ideas about how to Acting Skills for Business New approach funders via grant proposals, what Professionals makes a proposal readable and effective, lau lapides company staff, Instructors Using Social Media in Business what pitfalls to avoid, and what it takes to Brad Semp, Instructor be noticed by foundations. Break a leg! OR, win that new client or pro- motion you’re after. Basic acting skills can Grow your customer base with online B310-P20 $35 help you achieve your work goals. If you’re networks. Whether you’re a novice or a Thursday May 21 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm a corporate presenter, sales professional, seasoned veteran, this course will give you customer service rep, or anyone who wants a solid foundation in social communication to improve your public presence at work, and using it to grow your business. Whether join us and discover tools and techniques to you’re looking for a new way to market your build your confidence and boost your image. business or simply want to better understand Whether you’re presenting live, online, or by online media platforms, this marketing phone, you can learn to engage your audi- course will empower you. ence with storytelling techniques, and build This is an online class. See online listing for the rapport to put potential clients and co-work- course syllabus and more information. ers in your pocket. We’ll help you practice B335-P20-O $125 thinking fast on your feet through improvi- 6 week online class sation and role-playing, and strengthening April 15–May 22 your physical and vocal communication skills with breathing and speaking tech- niques. Have fun in our acting class, and enjoy success in your future work endeavors. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a notebook and water bottle. B104-P20 $49 Tuesday May 19 @ Newton South 7–9pm

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Build a Website Intro to Photos on an iPhone Computers & with WordPress Howard Loewinger, Instructor Technology Ben Vivante, Instructor Learn the basics of using the iPhone camera If you want to build a website or blog but and what to do with photos once you take don’t want to worry about security and oth- them. We’ll see where photos are stored New er technical problems, wordpress.com is the and the different options for storage. We’ll Media in the Digital Age place for you. It’s easy and free! You’ll start discuss the advantages of online photo stor- Howard Loewinger, Instructor by setting up a site using a template, then age and look at some popular alternatives: learn to change the look and feel, add text Apple’s iCloud Photo Library, Instagram, Join us for an examination of how technolo- and photos, and use specialized features. and Flickr. We’ll also look at options for gy has changed how we watch television, lis- We’ll also teach you how to grow your web- sharing photos on these sites. You’ll discover ten to music and the radio, and read books. site traffic with simple SEO tips. We’ll cover how to save photos from texts and emails The changes have been most dramatic with everything you should know to manage into your photo library, and how to send TV with streaming services such as Netflix your own site on wordpress.com. pictures already in your library in an email and Amazon Prime. We’ll look at and com- or text message. You’ll see a demo uploading pare the options including traditional cable, This class is for beginners. Basic computer experi- photos to both Macintosh and Windows premium channels, over-the-air broadcasts, ence and Internet skills required. Class takes place in a computer lab so there’s no need to bring your computers and briefly look at the tools on and on-demand and live-streaming services own computer. those platforms for managing photos. which allow you to “cut the cable”. We’ll ex- amine how the digital revolution has affected C263-P20 $169 Bring your iPhone and cable. how we listen to music with Spotify, Apple 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–8pm C328-P20 $89 Music, and Pandora—and how podcasts April 29–May 27 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm have replaced radio shows. You’ll see how to May 12 & 19 read eBooks on Kindles and tablets, either Selling on eBay & Amazon by purchasing or borrowing from the public library. Most of these new technologies will Tracy Marks, Instructor Microsoft Excel: Beginner be demonstrated in class. Learn to buy and sell effectively on eBay, the Michael Toon, Instructor world’s largest online auction. Our instruc- C115-P20 $89 If you have little or no knowledge of tor, a former eBay Powerseller, will teach 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–9pm Microsoft Excel, join us and learn to create you about searching for and buying items, and edit professional-looking spreadsheets May 26 & June 2 researching sold items and item prices, and for a variety of purposes and situations. Howard was patient, bidding. The focus will be selling—how to You’ll enter and edit data; format cells, knowledgeable, and answered create and submit listings and photos, de- rows, columns, and worksheets; and insert, termine auction timing, handle payments, all my questions position, and resize graphics. This class cov- deal with non-responsive buyers, maintain ers collaborating on and managing work- secure transactions, give feedback, and books, creating and modifying hyperlinks, build your reputation as a reliable seller. and printing. Class will consist of lecture, demonstration, You’ll work with Microsoft Excel 2010 on PCs and discussion. Selling through Amazon running Windows 7; there’s no need to bring Marketplace will also be covered. your own computer. This is not a Macintosh Basic computer experience and Internet skills computer class. are required. C303-P20 $169 C122-P20 $125 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30–9pm April 7–May 12 May 14–28 No class April 21 On April 14 and May 5 class runs from 6:30–8:30pm.

Mike was very informative, clear and patient. Also, great handouts.

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Microsoft Excel: Beyond Beginner English Language Michael Toon, Instructor Learners (ELL) After a quick review of the basics, you’ll learn to create charts and graphs, write equations that include logical expressions, and use ELL: Beginner those equations to create “what if” scenarios. Elena Ceban, Instructor You’ll get plenty of hands-on experience, Join us to improve your speaking skills. We’ll with in-class projects and examples galore. review beginning grammar to enhance your Prerequisite: A beginner Excel class or equiv- communication skills, and you will learn alent experience with spreadsheets. common expressions used for everyday situ- You’ll work with Microsoft Excel 2010 on PCs run- ations, such as greetings and introductions, ning Windows 7; there’s no need to bring your own and phrases for use in stores. We’ll practice computer. This is not a Macintosh computer class. Tech Tutoring basic English for traveling and dining, and C105-P20 $125 Howard Loewinger, Instructor some idioms that are important in conversa- 3 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm Get one-on-one help on your smart phone, tional English. We’ll also focus on listening, May 19–June 2 tablet or computer. Our instructors will meet reading, speaking, and writing, and learn to communicate basic ideas through conversa- On June 2 class runs from 6:30–8:30pm. with you in one of our computer labs to answer your questions about an individual tion, working in pairs, and group activities. program or more general help how to simply Required textbook is the most recent edition of Introduction to Quickbooks organize your desktop, and more. Bring your Side by Side, Student Book 1, by Molinsky and Online device or use the PC or Mac computers in Bliss. Bring text to class. Scott Paxton, Instructor our lab. Sessions must be scheduled in ad- E111-P20 $169 Explore the pros and cons of online ac- vance with the instructor. 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm counting and you’ll soon see how easy it is The price below is for a single two-hour session April 2–May 28 to use the navigation features of QuickBooks held at Newton North. Sessions are very flexible; No class April 23 Online. Gain hands-on experience as you additional sessions and days are available. House ime visits are usually possible, but require an extra fee yt learn all the ways this well-designed ac- a of $25. ELL: D counting program makes it a snap to manage your business’ finances—from recording C316-P20 $150; $175 House Visit Speak Better English income and expenses, to setting up a chart Sharon Wanunu, Instructor of accounts. You’ll learn to reconcile your If you know vocabulary and grammar but checking account and manage credit card are still having trouble being understood, and loan payments; create and print in- or are too nervous to talk in front of others, voices, receipts, and statements; track your join us. We’ll work on building your con- payables, inventory, and receivables; create fidence when speaking; we’ll address espe- estimates; generate reports; and much more. cially challenging situations like talking over This is an online class. See online listing for the the phone and casual small talk with native course syllabus and more information. English speakers. In this warm and support- C343-P20-O $125 ive environment, we’ll practice conversation- al English so you’ll feel more comfortable 6 week online class opening up and speaking English. Expect April 15–May 22 fun practice for homework. Location will be emailed to registered students. E141-P20-1 $155 6 Tuesdays @ Needham 10am–12pm April 28–June 2 E141-P20-2 $155 6 Thursdays @ Needham 10am–12pm April 30–June 4

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ELL: Advanced Beginner— Intermediate GED Online Learning Elena Ceban, Instructor There’s learning beyond the NCE catalog! Sign up for an If you have a basic command of English HiSET® Test Preparation and grammar but would like to feel more Joe Green, Instructor online class and take classes from the comfort of your comfortable speaking and writing English, The ETS High School Equivalency Test home—or anywhere else you choose. We’ve part- join us. Through selected exercises, practice, (HiSET®), the first alternative to the GED® nered with online education organizations ed2go and interactive classroom activities, and group test since 1942, includes elements that are UGotClass to offer online courses as well as career-train- conversations you’ll learn grammar, pro- critical to providing educational opportu- ing and certificate programs. All you need to participate nunciation as well as the rules to help you nities for those who need a second chance is an email account and Internet access. Check the Online speak and write with ease. Emphasis will be to succeed. For more information about the Learning category on our website for details. on everyday English, including idioms and testing and available test centers, see common expressions. Topics will be drawn hiset.ets.org or phone 1-855-694-4738. ed2go Online Courses from current issues and our different cul- NCE offers this class to prepare you for We offer courses in categories such as tures. Come and improve your fluency and taking the five sections of the HiSET® test: Business Administration, Healthcare & confidence speaking! Writing, Reading, Social Studies, Science, Medical, Law & Legal, Technology, Writing No textbook required. and Math. Instruction will be individualized & Publishing, and more. Register for your when possible. Handouts will be provided E621-P20 $169 course on the ed2go website; lessons are for the class. 8 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7:30–9pm posted twice a week over six weeks, for a April 7–June 2 Purchase The Official Guide to the HiSET Exam, total of 12 lessons. No class April 21 2nd Edition (published by Educational Testing Service) and bring it to the first class. Q106-P20 $229 ELL: Advanced Grammar, 5 Tuesdays & 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–9pm Conversation, & Writing April 28–May 28 Don’t miss these Elena Ceban, Instructor This course is for students who have a online courses strong command of English and want more Achieving Success With Difficult People (page 27) experience speaking and writing to improve Certificate in Food, Nutrition, & Health (page 26) their skills. Our conversational practice Conversational Japanese (page 13) will be focused on increasing your ease and fluency, emphasizing everyday American Introduction to QuickBooks Online (page 44) English, idioms, and pronunciation. Our Speed Spanish (page 13) writing practice will help improve your Using Social Media in Business (page 42) written communication skills. No textbook required. E989-P20 $169 8 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm April 2–May 28 No class April 23

ELL Book Information Get your textbooks early by ordering online, or by phoning New England Mobile Book Fair at 617-527-5817 or Newtonville Books at 617-244-6619.

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Babysitting & Safety Training Kids New AllenKingsley staff, Instructors Early-Release Become an expert babysitter with this Science Days American Academy of Pediatrics course. Get all the information you need to care Spring Classes Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors for infants and older children: how to react Do what you love or learn something responsibly to medical emergencies and Home Alone Safety new on early-release days this winter. injuries, perform first aid for common We’re partnering with Wicked Cool for AllenKingsley staff, Instructors childhood injuries and illnesses, and set up Kids to offer great science classes to fill and run your own successful babysitting Take the first steps towards independence. those afternoons. Learn about Internet safety, phone and business. You will receive a certificate of In Light and Color you’ll learn about door-answering techniques, accident and completion at the end of the course, as well white light and solar energy by ex- fire protection, and first aid. We’ll watch an as well as a first aid kit and manual for your perimenting with solar beads and instructional video, discuss how to manage future reference. Grades 5-10. UV-detecting paint, see the spectrum your time when you’re home alone for short Sign up for this class with Pediatric First Aid of color with prism glasses, and filter periods, and explore scenarios through & CPR (below), and receive a $10 discount. light into colors by making a sun- role-playing. Grades 3-5. Discount will appear at checkout. catcher. Next, you’ll build a simple 1 session $55 1 session $85 circuit to experiment with materials Thursday March 19 3:30–6pm Tuesday March 3 12:45–2:45pm that are conductors or insulators, and KM19-W20-3 Newton South KE230-W20-LE Lincoln Eliot turn your circuit into a mini night- Tuesday March 10 12:45–2:45pm light to take home. Wednesday April 22 9am–12pm KM19-P20-1 Newton North KE230-W20-HM Horace Mann In Air and Space you’ll learn how Thursday March 19 12:45–2:45pm rockets make it into outer space and Thursday May 7 3:30–6pm KE230-W20-PE Peirce build a jumbo-sized multi-stage rocket KM19-P20-2 Newton South model to display. Then we’ll come back Thursday April 30 3:15–5:15pm to Earth, build a balloon hovercraft, KE230-W20-MR Mason Rice and experiment with giant windbags to Pediatric First Aid & CPR Thursday May 7 12:45–2:45pm learn about the Bernoulli principle and AllenKingsley staff, Instructors KE230-P20-WA Ward how planes can stay in the sky thanks If you’re caring for kids, you need to know to air pressure. how to respond in case of a first-aid emer- Get into science and spend your gency. In this class, you’ll learn to handle early-release days with us. Grades 1-4. injuries and manage illness for the first few 1 session $65 minutes until help arrives. We’ll cover first Thursday March 19 12:30–3pm aid basics; medical, injury, and environmen- KE344-W20-LIGHT-BO Bowen tal emergencies; and pediatric CPR. This American Safety and Health Institute course KE344-W20-LIGHT-HM Horace Mann meets the requirements for camp counsel- Thursday May 7 12:30–3pm ors, child care providers, babysitters, and For NCE Kids summer KE344-W20-AIR-BO Bowen more. You will receive a CPR certification programs, see page 50. KE344-W20-AIR-HM Horace Mann after completion of the class. Grades 5-10. Sign up for this class with Babysitting & Safety Training (above), and receive a $10 discount. Discount will appear at checkout. 1 session $85 Wednesday April 22 12:30–3:30pm KM20-P20 Newton North

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Soccer Tykes Archery Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Shawn Bowlby, Instructor Why should big kids have all the fun? Bullseye! Learn to hit the target with mas- Toddlers, accompanied by an adult, can tery under the direction of our certified in- learn the basics of soccer in this fun, structor. Archery is a great option for those noncompetitive setting. Players will in- who prefer a noncompetitive individual crease their sense of balance, improve their sport to team sports. Our instructor will coordination and physical movement, determine your dominant eye, explain the and have a leg up when they join the big rules, and provide individualized instruc- leagues! Ages 2-3 with an adult (one child tion throughout the class. You’ll learn tech- Flag Football per adult please). nique, form, and accuracy. All equipment is Shin guards and soccer balls are optional; wear provided. All levels welcome. Grades 3-8. Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors comfortable clothes and sneakers and bring a 8 sessions $265 Learn fundamental football skills from water bottle. Tuesdays April 7–June 2 3–4:30pm our enthusiastic coaches. Each day we’ll 6 sessions $165 KM67-P20-BI Bigelow focus on a “skill of the day” such as passing, Saturdays April 25–June 6 Mason Rice Field catching, running, and offensive/defensive KW01-P20-1 (9–10am) strategies. We’ll enjoy a scrimmage at the KW01-P20-2 (11am–12pm) Basketball Clinic end of each class so you can apply your new No class May 23 Be Ahead of the Game staff, Instructors skills, using flags only, no tackling. New and Learn the fundamentals of basketball or returning athletes are welcome; we’ll build improve your game through skills sessions, on skills you’ve learned and introduce new station work, and competition. In these clin- ones too. ics, we’ll emphasize shooting, ball handling, 6 sessions $175 and individual offensive and defensive skills. Tuesdays April 28–June 2 2:30–3:30pm We’ll stress the importance of technique, KM31-P20 Brown (Grades 6-8) smart decision-making, and hard work, This class primarily runs outside, but will be held while having fun along the way. Players may indoors if it rains. be divided by age and skill level to ensure Fridays May 1–June 5 3:30–4:30pm that each individual has a meaningful ex- KE214-P20 Mason Rice Field (Grades 3-5) perience. Wear sneakers and comfortable clothing; balls will be provided. 6 sessions $185 Tuesdays May 5–June 9 Cabot KE297-P20-Gr1-2-CA (6–7pm; Grades 1-2) KE297-P20-Gr3-5-CA (7-8pm; Grades 3-5) 8 sessions $235 Mondays April 6–June 8 Zervas KE297-P20-Gr1-2-ZE (6–7pm; Grades 1-2) KE297-P20-Gr3-5-ZE (7–8pm; Grades 3-5)

Sports weather updates For all outdoor sports except Flag Football at Brown, call 617-499- 4820 to find out if your class is running in questionable weather.

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Multi Sports Soccer SPORTS LOVERS: Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors We’ve got lots of sports camps Perfect for the sports lover, our Multi Sports In these action-packed sessions, you’ll learn this summer. Choose one you class focuses on Soccer, Basketball, and Field the basics of soccer through a series of fun love or try something new. See Hockey. In addition to these sports, you’ll games in a noncompetitive setting. We’ll enjoy familiar and unique games such as work on shooting, passing, dribbling, and page 64 for your options. Dodgeball, Capture the Flag, and Car Lot. At trapping, and enjoy exciting scrimmages. each session we’ll introduce new skills and Players will be grouped by age and ability. play games that reinforce those skills. The Ages 4-6. Futsal Skills program culminates with a tournament day. Wear shin guards and bring a soccer ball and Be Ahead of the Game staff, Instructors Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers and bring water bottle. a water bottle. Join us for an intro to Futsal, or to improve 6 sessions $175 your skills if you’re already a fan of the game. 6 sessions $185 Saturdays April 25–June 6 Mason Rice Field Futsal is a unique kind of indoor soccer that Tuesdays April 28–June 2 12:30–2pm KW05-P20-1 (10–11am) involves fancy footwork and quick thinking. KE196-P20 Mason Rice Field (Grades K-2) KW05-P20-2 (12–1pm) In this class, you’ll improve your foot skills, This class will be held on Gordon Field, which No class May 23 gain confidence, and develop a better under- is behind the Newton Center Playground, right standing of the game. Our coaches will en- across the stream from the Mason Rice Field. We’ll T-Ball sure that all players feel welcome, always have meet at the Mason Rice playground as school is a ball at their feet, and leave each class having dismissed, walk together to the field, and enjoy a Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors learned new moves to practice at home or in picnic lunch before class starts (please bring your Baseball is “America’s favorite pastime.” own lunch). Games will start at 1pm; students other soccer or Futsal games. These sessions You’re never too young to learn to play from other schools can join us on the field as they are pressure-free and fun-filled! arrive. Please go directly to the field, not through and T-Ball’s the way to get started. You’ll 6 sessions $185 the Mason Rice School building. learn individual skills such as batting and Tuesdays March 17–April 28 Zervas catching, and get an introduction to aspects KE296-P20-Gr1-2-ZE (6–7pm; Grades 1-2) of regular baseball. We’ll also play nontra- KE296-P20-Gr3-5-ZE (7–8pm; Grades 3-5) ditional games and activities to encourage skills development and create a fun, support- ive atmosphere. Ages 3-5. Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. Bring a baseball glove and water bottle. 6 sessions $185 Fridays May 1–June 5 1:30–2:30pm KE205-P20 Mason Rice Field

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SAT 2 Chemistry Review Driver’s Ed Spring Classes Tatyana Osipenko, Instructor CS Driving School staff, Instructors for High Schoolers Review the major topics covered on the For questions about Driver’s Ed, email SAT Chemistry subject test, including ther- [email protected] or call 781-891-0460. modynamics, electrochemistry, kinetics, Complete a course in Driver’s Education and ACT Prep equilibrium, and nuclear and organic chem- you can get your license before the age of 18. Summit Educational Group staff, Instructors istry, which may be new to you. Calculators The course is outlined in full on our website. are not permitted for this test, so we will The ACT is the college-readiness standard- Per state requirements, you must be 15 years incorporate estimation into our test-taking ized test of choice in most of our country, and 9 months by the time the class starts. strategies. The recommended textbook is and it is steadily gaining in popularity here in Below are our class offerings for this winter Cracking the SAT Chemistry Subject Test, Massachusetts. It is accepted by all colleges and spring. All classes take place at Newton Princeton Review. and may be a better choice for some stu- North. For more information or to register, dents. The ACT tests math, science, reading, 4 sessions $195 visit CSDriving.com. and writing (the writing portion of the test Tuesdays April 28–May 19 7–9pm 10 sessions $645 is optional). We’re pleased to partner with KH03-P20 Newton North Mondays–Fridays March 9–20 3:30–6:30pm Summit Educational Group to offer a com- 5 sessions $645 prehensive program that covers all sections SAT Math Review of the ACT exam. We’ll cover fundamental Monday–Friday April 20–24 9am–3:30pm academic skills like algebra, critical reading, Neil Hatem, Instructor and grammar, as well as essential test-taking Tackle the math section of the SAT Driver’s Ed Parent Training Reasoning test with confidence. We’ll prac- strategies. The class includes an initial diag- In this required course, parents/guardians tice problems from the College Board’s nostic practice exam followed by 12 hours of will learn about the Driver’s Ed curriculum, sections: Heart of Algebra, Problem Solving classroom instruction and a second practice the junior operator’s law, and the driving and Data Analysis, Passport to Advanced exam. All materials are provided. skills and behaviors that your children will be Math, and Additional Topics in Math. We’ll If you’re not able to make the practice exam taught. The fee is included in the Driver’s Ed examine the structure of the exam, discuss dates, please call us so we can make arrange- class tuition. All classes are 6:30–8:30pm. ments for you to take the test on your own. test-taking strategies, and practice under Wednesday March 11 Newton South 6 sessions $675 simulated test-taking conditions to build your skills and self-assurance. Wednesday April 29 Newton South 4 Thursdays & 2 Saturdays February 29–March 26 Tuesday May 19 Newton North KH25-W20 Newton South 5 sessions $215 Saturdays February 29 & March 21 Mondays March 16–April 13 6:30–8:30pm Practice Tests 1 & 2, 9am–1pm KH16-P20 Newton North Thursdays March 5, 12, 19, & 26 Classroom Instruction, 6–9pm SAT Verbal Review Alan Reinstein, Instructor Master the verbal section of the SAT Reasoning test. We’ll review the structure High Schoolers: WORK of the exam, sentence completion, critical FOR NCE THIS SUMMER reading, and the writing component of Back this summer the test. You’ll practice under simulated If you love working with kids, join NCE TECH! test-taking conditions to build your skills the NCE staff this summer. Email and confidence, so you’ll be ready for any our Kids Program Director, Lisa Four new programming question test-makers throw your way. The Rucinski, at [email protected]. classes for high schoolers. instructor recommends that students pur- ma.us to introduce yourself. See page 67 for details. chase The Official SAT Study Guide, pub- Be sure to mention any special lished by the College Board, and bring it to talents you may have and your the first class. availability this summer. (No 5 sessions $215 parent inquiries please.) Wednesdays March 18–April 15 6:30–8:30pm KH17-P20 Newton North

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Arts New Middle Eastern Cooking Sarah Ketcham, Instructor Culinary Arts Learn to make meals sure to please every- one—because who doesn’t love Middle Allergy Alert: Please let us know of any food Eastern food? In addition to well-known allergies before you register for a cooking class, dishes like Hummus, Tabouli, and so we can confirm we are able to accommodate Moussaka, all of which we’ll make from you. Call us at 617-559-6999, or email us at scratch, we’ll cook up some lesser known [email protected]. Summer but no less delicious treats originating from multiple countries in the Middle East and Imposter Baking 2 Mediterranean. Explore new foods like Kim Ryan, Instructor Batlawa (layered walnut and phyllo dessert), Kibbee (spiced meat patties), and Kiffles It’s a salad... no it’s a cake... it’s imposter HOW TO navigate the (pastries filled with fruit). We’ll bake our baking! Fool your family and friends with Kids Summer Section: own Syrian pita too. Join us to enjoy flavors delicious sweets that look like burgers, from far away, right here in Newton. Bring • Notice we’ve divided our classes into bacon and eggs, grilled cheese, and more. containers for leftovers—no snack needed. loose categories: Arts, Science & You’ll measure and mix; bake your cakes Grades 5-9. Technology, Best of Both Worlds, and and cookies; and then use state-of-the-art Sports. But don’t take those groupings decorating supplies like wafer paper, mod- July 20–24 @ Newton South 1–4pm too seriously—check it all out. eling chocolate, and gum paste, to complete KS347-S20-1 $315 • Use our Summer at a Glance chart your creations. You’ll learn to use basic July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm on pages 68-69. It shows you the dif- baking tools as the pros do, unexpected KS347-S20-2 $315 ferent classes offered each week, listed items like ice cream scoops and meat mal- by location and age group. lets, and common candies or fruit to create • Make a full day. Take back-to-back your savory-looking yet sweet deceptions. morning and afternoon programs This summer’s creations will include some any week, sign up for Lunch, and get repeats from last year as well as new recipes; a $25 discount. There’s morning and new and returning students welcome. Bring afternoon Extended Day too for those a snack, and containers to take your treats who need it (see our website for de- home. Grades 4-9. tails). July 6–10 @ Newton South 9am–12pm • Don’t miss our Important Info & KS348-S20-1 $315 Policies on page 70-71. July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm • Call us! We can help you plan a KS348-S20-2 $315 summer that’s just right for you.

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Digital Arts Photoshop There are Caroline Calhoun, Instructor no classes Digital Art & Animation Enhance your photos or fool your friends; Friday, July 3. learn Photoshop, the world’s most popular Jack Neylan, Instructor image manipulation program. You can use Think it’s easy making one of those dancing Photoshop for practical and creative proj- bears or blinking eyes you see online? ects: you’ll work on a personal logo, a surre- The Brunch Club You’re right! Join us to get all the tools you alist collage, an expressive self-portrait, and Elizabeth Messina, Instructor need. Start by making a simple drawing in more. Learn how Photoshop can be used to Photoshop, then add coloring, layering, and modify people’s appearances and alter real Make yummy brunch meals that are good other effects to create dazzling art. Invent a photographs, and see if you can tell reality for you too. We’ll prepare the perfect morn- cast of characters, draw/paint a background from altered reality out in the world. All ing spread from scratch using only fresh for them to inhabit, and then transition levels welcome. Bring a snack. Grades 5-9. ingredients, and our recipes will include less them into a simple four-panel digital comic. fat and sugar too. We’ll make pancakes with Bring a USB flash drive to save your work. You’ll create a concept for your own short real blueberry syrup, strawberry crepes, July 13–17 @ Newton North 1–4pm animation, and learn frame animation in blueberry cobbler, homemade biscuits, veg- KS354-S20 $225 Photoshop to complete your film, adding etable frittatas, fruit smoothies, and assorted sound too, if you’d like. For artists and muffins, as well as savory chicken sausages, techies alike; no experience necessary. roasted potatoes, fresh eggs, and more. No Grades 3-5. snack needed; we’ll set the table and sit down for a feast at the end of each class. Bring a USB flash drive to class. Grades 4-9. June 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm June 29–July 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS146-S20-1 $285 KS283-S20 $255 July 13–17 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS146-S20-3 $285 New What’s Cookin’? Photo Projects Kim Vanaman, Instructor Danielle Larosee, Instructor Make cool and cooked foods in this Take photos and make them great. Each smorgasbord cooking class. Join our day you’ll choose a theme for your photo- creative and multi-talented instructor graphs—it can be anything from portraits Registration Reminder and whip up some of her favorites. Cool to nature to other NCE classes; you’ll shoot your own pictures or use the Internet to foods may include ice cream, dirt for Registration closes the Thursday dessert, homemade buttercream frosting, find ones you like. Then you’ll transform before the following week’s tzatziki, and chocolate-covered fruit. your photos into expressive pieces of art, On the hot stuff menu, we’ve got veggie with the magic of Apple’s Photos program. classes. For classes the week of chili, homemade pizza, snowball cookies, You’ll use Photos’ editing tools to enhance July 6, registration will close on fettuccine alfredo, and potato pancakes. For your pictures and turn them into thematic Wednesday, July 1. Sign up early extra fun, we’ll make dough and turn it into slideshows to share with family and friends. so you don’t miss out! holiday ornaments or stained-glass window You’ll finish the week with digital files of decorations, and we’ll bake a cake and make your work and a new eye for what’s real, and it into a scary creature! Bring your appetite what just might not be. Grades 2-5. and a container for leftovers—no snack Bring a digital camera, iPhone, or iPad, and required. Grades 4-9. its charger. June 29–July 2 @ Newton South 1–4pm July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS344-S20-1 $255 KS358-S20 $285 July 6–10 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS344-S20-2 $315

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Picture Perfect: Digital Photography & Editing Danielle Larosee, Instructor Merge your artistic and technical talents to take and perfect original photos. We’ll start by going out into the field, discussing good composition for different genres such as nature, portraiture, and still life. Then you’ll learn how to use Photoshop to edit your photos and create stunning graphics. We’ll review each other’s photos as a group, exploring how they can be edited to achieve desired effects. You’ll finish the week with digital files of your work. All levels welcome. Grades 5-9. Dramatic Arts New July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–12pm Intro to Improv KS203-S20 $285 Actors Studio Deanna Mustachio, Instructor Cathryn Phillipe, Watertown Children’s Theatre Staff Think quick on your feet! Whether you’re Stop-Motion Animation Break a leg! Aspiring actors: whether your someone who always has a funny line ready, Caroline Calhoun, Instructor goal is to be a star someday or you just like or you’re more on the quiet side, join us. Make things move. Create stop-motion to perform, join us and get ready to shine. Learn the fundamentals of improv through films with Legos, cardboard, and anything We’ll learn basic acting concepts, play im- various games and exercises. We’ll focus on else you choose. First you’ll create a monster provisational theatre games, perform scenes active listening, building a character, and movie featuring Lego characters, or remake from plays and books, and prepare you to making your scene partner look good; then a popular fairy tale with a pencil, a pad of make a lasting impression on your audience. we’ll apply these concepts in fully impro- paper, and only 10 seconds of film time. So if you’re trying out for a show or just vised scenes. Use the techniques you learn Then you’ll script your own stop-motion want to express yourself, this class is for you. here to perform on stage, entertain family animation film: you’ll make a storyboard, The last class will include a performance for and friends, and make great presentations. design your characters and set, and use the family and friends. Grades 1-4. We can’t tell you what to expect in this class, Stop Motion and iMovie apps to create, edit, July 27–31 @ Newton South 1–4pm other than an all-around awesome time. and present your film. You can rearrange Grades 5-9. KS360-S20 $285 scenes, add a soundtrack with sound effects, July 13–17 @ Newton North 1–4pm and even make a trailer. You’ll finish the KS346-S20-1 $285 week with all the tools you need to continue Fractured Fairy Tales July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm animating on your own. Grades 4-9. Deanna Mustachio, Instructor KS346-S20-2 $285 Bring your smartphone, iPad, or iPod. Rumpelstiltskin and the seven dwarves are July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–12pm locked in a tall tower and eat poison apples. KS364-S20-1 $285 Not! If you have a better idea, join us to tell July 20–24 @ Newton South 1–4pm your version of the story. We’ll take charac- KS364-S20-2 $285 ters you know from fairy tales or other sto- ries, and place them in new scenarios where they interact to make an original plot. We’ll write our own short play; design and create costumes, props, and scenery; and perform our unique show for family and friends on Bring a snack for all half-day our last day. Look out Brothers Grimm— programs, and lunch too, if here come NCE kids! Grades 3-6. you’re staying for morning and July 6–17 @ Newton North 9am–12pm afternoon programs. KS261-S20 $485

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Young Broadway Knitting Dan Fabrizio, Instructor Deanna Mustachio, Instructor Stumble upon an enchanted castle this Once just for grannies, knitting is now summer, and see how you get along with its universally cool. You can say “I made it cursed inhabitants. Join us to explore and myself!” when friends admire your stylish perform the magical story of Beauty and the scarf, and you’ll never be bored again—you Beast. In our two weeks together we’ll enjoy can take your yarn and needles anywhere. acting, games, music, movement, and play. We’ll work on basics such as knit and purl Everyone will perform different parts of this stitches, and how to cast on, bind off, in- unlikely story of love between Belle and her crease, decrease, make stripes, and read a beastly captor. We’ll use a variety of fabrics, simple knitting pattern. Once you’ve mas- paints, and other craft materials to create tered the basics, you can really have fun. the scenery, costumes, and props necessary We’ll have a variety of patterns to choose to stage our own, innovative version of the Fabric Arts from, including some more challenging show. We’ll perform our show for family Nicole Donson, Instructor ones like monsters and flowers, which use and friends on our last day. Grades K-3. Apply your artistic talent and make great art double-pointed needles for a really cool re- July 6–17 @ Newton North 9am–12pm on fine fabrics. Using felt, wool, and other sult. All levels welcome. Grades 3-9. KS353-S20-1 $495 fibers, you’ll create a wide variety of projects. Bring a set of size 8 single-pointed knitting July 20–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm You’ll learn silk painting and decorating tech- needles no longer than 10 inches. KS353-S20-2 $495 niques using non-toxic dyes and paints; tie July 6–10 @ Newton North 1–4pm dye a T-shirt or other piece of clothing; and KS212-S20 $285 design and paint a scarf, pillowcase, or tote Textile Arts bag. You’ll make weavings with yarn, ribbons, Stitch Studio and strips of fabric; use simple hand-sewing Crazy Cross Stitch techniques to make pillows and bags; and Danielle Larosee, Instructor make felt from wool roving. For a finishing Make beautiful art with fabric and thread. Deanna Mustachio, Instructor touch, you’ll embellish your work with color- Starting with basic stitching, you’ll learn Embellish your life. Join us to learn the ful sequins, buttons, and other assorted deco- lettering, motifs, and how to work from a basics of cross-stitch, the three-dimensional rative items. You’ll finish class with new skills pattern, and we’ll experiment with various pixel art! Use your nimble fingers to stitch and several finished projects. Grades 3-8. fabric types. After you’ve mastered the ba- pre-made Materials will be provided, but you can bring sics you’ll learn some special stitches, and patterns or fabric or clothing from home too. Wear old clothes then use graph paper to create your own design your or a smock. pattern. Once thread and needle are your own decorative July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–12pm best friends, we’ll create appliqué motifs that or wearable KS362-S20 $295 can be sewn onto backpacks, a T-shirt, or art. You’ll start your favorite pair of jeans. With a technique by stitching a called needle felting, you can turn loose simple pattern wool roving into great elbow patches or from a selection cute characters. You’ll leave class with your of choices, and progress to choosing your new works of art, and a wide range of pat- own more difficult pattern or designing terns—from unicorns to comic book heroes one of your own to stitch either onto fabric, and everything in between—to use for your or directly onto a clothing item of your future fabric art projects. Grades 3-9. choice. You’ll leave the class with at least one June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–12pm beautiful wall-hanging or piece of wearable KS294-S20 $230 art, and a new skill to help you while away the hours. Grades 3-9. Bring the following materials: White 14-count Aida fabric, Size 24 tapestry needles (blunt end- ed), and a 6-inch hoop. July 20–24 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS345-S20 $285

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Upcycled Outfits Animal Art Art Studio: Acrylic Painting Danielle Larosee, Instructor Susan Paquette, Instructor Eddie Bruckner, Instructor Do your part for Spend a week at the NCE Zoo, where all Make brilliant paintings with acrylics, the the environment the animals are of your own creation. medium of choice for many amateur and and look fabulous You’ll make 2-D and 3-D animal-themed professional artists. You’ll create your own too: discover your art projects. You’ll create hand-painted masterpiece each class, as you learn about inner fashionista as papier-mâché animal puppets; learn to draw values, color, brushwork, and more. We’ll we learn to design animals of the Arctic, rainforest, and New cover acrylic painting techniques, color great new clothes England; use cut paper and yarn to make theory, the basics of composition, and how from old discarded a forest of animal species; and sculpt your to mix and apply paint. Our class time will ones. We’ll rescue favorite animals with homemade clay, then include a variety of painting projects, includ- your unwanted gar- paint them too. We’ll also design animal ing imaginative and observational painting, ments, cut them up, belts, necklaces, and rings from paper, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, and perhaps and machine sew fabric, and clay. For animal lovers only! some silly subjects too. Students at all levels them together into Grades K-3. are welcome; you’ll receive both group and fabulous tops and June 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm individual instruction to develop at your own bottoms, adding KS193-S20-1 $285 pace. Returning students: some of this year’s embellishments at your whim. You’ll end July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm projects will be new. Bring a smock, or wear up with at least one unique outfit to wear appropriate clothing to paint in. Grades 3-9. KS193-S20-2 $285 around town. Our last class will include a All art supplies (paints, brushes, palettes, canvas, fashion show where you can model your and more) will be provided. Please bring a check new creations. No former fashion experi- Art Around the World for $65 made out to the instructor. ence required, but you should have basic Susan Paquette, Instructor July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm machine sewing skills. Grades 3-9. Explore a country a day as we make art from KS289-S20 $285 Bring your discarded clothes, and fabric from old each country and immerse in its culture. On bedding and curtains too. our trip to Mexico, we’ll create piñatas and New July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm paint them, listen to Mexican music, and Art Studio: Colored Pencils KS119-S20 $285 learn some Spanish phrases. In China, we’ll learn Chinese brush painting, and draw Eddie Bruckner, Instructor Visual Arts pandas and dragons. In England we’ll make Make fine art with colored pencils, really. a castle with paper and cardboard, and in This isn’t child’s play: you can create sophis- Italy we’ll sculpt our own leaning tower of ticated artwork with vibrant, wax-based col- 3-D Sculpture Pisa and sing ‘O Sole Mio! Join us on our art ored pencils. Join us to learn colored pencil Susan Paquette, Instructor journey. Grades K-3. drawing techniques, blending styles, layering Think beyond paper and pencil—it’s time July 6–10 @ Newton North 1–4pm effects, color mixing, and strokes for render- to go 3-D! Use a wide variety of materials KS327-S20-1 $285 ing realistic images. Deepen your compre- hension of light, color, and shading as you to make three-dimensional fine art projects. July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm explore this exciting medium. You’ll work on Create giant ice cream cones out of papier- KS327-S20-2 $285 mâché, construct modern sculptures of wire projects ranging from drawings of animals, and wood, and design wearable cowboy flowers, and landscapes, to amazing realistic or cowgirl hats and decoupage cereal box still lifes that look like actual paintings. Class beach totes. You’ll work with the following time will include step-by-step instruction media: boxes, cardboard, papier-mâché, and guidance for you to develop at your own nylon, wire, wood, paint, Styrofoam, pace. Grades 3-9. contact paper, and other miscellaneous craft See our website for the complete list of materials supplies. Join us in the third dimension! you’ll need for this class. You can either purchase Grades K-3. All programs the week of June 22 them yourself, or have our instructor purchase them for you for $95. July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–12pm will start the day after Newton July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS089-S20-1 $285 Public Schools ends. KS342-S20-1 $285 July 20–24 @ Newton South 1–4pm There are no classes Friday, July 3. July 20–24 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS089-S20-2 $285 KS342-S20-2 $285

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New Clay Workshop Need Help Planning Art Studio: Comics Caroline Calhoun, Instructor your Summer? Jack Neylan, Instructor From the functional to the whimsical, make Use the Summer at a Glance just about anything you want from clay. Join Comics are not just for kids! They are one us and learn handbuilding fundamentals of the world’s oldest storytelling media and chart on page 68 & 69 for week- and techniques for creating pinch pots, they can be beautifully simple or incredibly by-week scheduling. Or call us. slabs, coils, and sculptures. You’ll get lots of complex. Join us and learn every step to one-on-one expert guidance as you perfect making comics: you’ll design your char- your pieces, and you’ll select your favorites acters, create a simple three-panel strip, New to glaze with the colors and patterns of your ink and color a page, and finally, make a choice. Our in- dynamic multi-page comic in the genre of Art Studio: structor will fire your choice. We’ll look at a wide range of Watercolor Painting your pieces after comics—from early 19th century newspaper Eddie Bruckner, Instructor class, and we will strips to Japanese Manga to modern-day Paint like a pro with watercolors. Use art- notify you when digital web comics. You’ll learn a variety of ist-quality watercolor paints to create either they are available drawing styles, gain an understanding of soft, transparent colors and textures, or for pick-up at story structure, and leave class with several strong, vivid colors to paint a vast variety the NCE office at copies of your original comics and a new of subjects. We’ll explore the basics of com- Newton North. Tuition includes materials appreciation for this art form. Grades 4-9. position and color theory, and you’ll learn and firing fees. Grades 2-5 & 5-9. June 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm techniques such as water to pigment ratios, June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS356-S20-1 $285 brushwork, washes, drybrush, spattering, KS182-S20-1-Gr5-9 $240 (Grades 5-9) spraying, and how to mix and apply paint. June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 1–4pm June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS356-S20-2 $230 You’ll create your own masterpiece each class, with projects ranging from imagina- KS182-S20-2-Gr2-5 $240 (Grades 2-5) July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS356-S20-3 $285 tive and observational painting, to land- scapes, seascapes, still lifes, animals, and KS182-S20-3-Gr2-5 $295 (Grades 2-5) perhaps some silly subjects too. Students at July 6–10 @ Newton North 1–4pm Art Studio: Drawing Workshop all levels are welcome; you’ll receive both KS182-S20-4-Gr5-9 $295 (Grades 5-9) Eddie Bruckner, Instructor group and individual instruction to develop at your own pace. Bring a smock, or wear Take drawing seriously. Learn about various Creative Lettering drawing materials, basic techniques, and appropriate clothing to paint in. Grades 5-9. how to arrange a composition. We’ll work All art supplies (paints, masking fluid, brushes, Joanne Baker, Instructor on the elements of contour, texture, and palettes, watercolor paper, boards, tape, cups, and Create spectacular lettering, original illumi- proportion, explore the principles of light more) will be provided. Please bring a check for nated alphabets, and gorgeous calligraphy, $85 made out to the instructor. and shade, and discover how line helps to using plain old pens, pencils, and markers. suggest form. Projects will include imagina- July 13–17 @ Newton North 1–4pm In just a week, you’ll become a masterful tive and observational drawing, landscapes, KS343-S20-1 $285 hand-writer, able to produce letters, en- seascapes, still lifes, and more. We’ll explore July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm velopes, signs, banners, posters, and even themes such as color, shape, and perspec- KS343-S20-2 $285 personalized monograms that will wow tive, and encourage individual experimenta- people. Take this class, and your doodling, tion and self-expression. All levels welcome; drawing, lettering, and way of looking at a you’ll receive both group and individual blank piece of paper will be changed forever. instruction to develop at your own pace. Grades 6-9. Returning students: some of this year’s proj- This class is open to new and returning students; ects will be new. Grades 3-9. veterans can work on new alphabets or embellish- See our website for the complete list of materials ments to their existing ones. you’ll need for this class. You can either purchase July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–12pm them yourself, or have our instructor purchase KS299-S20-1 $285 them for you for $95. July 13–17 @ Newton North 1–4pm July 27–31 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS299-S20-2 $285 KS341-S20 $285

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Darkroom Photography Fashion Art Projects Danielle Larosee, Instructor Susan Paquette, Instructor Even in our thoroughly digital world, Walk the runway in your own original many photographers are rediscovering the clothing and accessories. Design duct-tape time-honored process of working with black wallets with patterned tape, assemble bead- and white film and paper in the chemical ed jewelry, and form metal pendants and/ darkroom. Join us on our photo journey: or necklaces. Recycle matchboxes to make you’ll use your film camera to document lockets with a picture inside, and construct people, nature, and architecture, and you’ll a craft foam purse, rhinestone hair clips, and learn to expose, develop, and print your colorful fabric headbands. Make stretchy photographs using traditional equipment in suspenders, fleece beanies, trash bag dress- the darkroom. You’ll “develop” a new out- es, and a show-stopper hand-painted poodle look as you choose which images to capture skirt. All projects are wearable. No sewing and share with others, and you’ll leave this skills needed: we’ll use double-sided fabric class with new sensibility to apply to all your tape, glue, and other clever ways to con- artistic endeavors. Returning students wel- struct our projects. Grades K-3. come. Grades 5-10. June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–12pm Bring the following materials to class: Your own KS328-S20-1 $230 35mm film camera, and at least two rolls of July 13–17 @ Newton North 1–4pm 35mm black and white film (recommended film type: Kodak Tri-X 400TX Professional ISO 400, KS328-S20-2 $285 35mm, Black and White Film (Pack of 3). Attention returning students: bring your own Glass Class paper if you wish to make a larger body of work. Modern Art Adventure July 20–24 @ Newton South 1–4pm Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Nicole Donson, Instructor Dazzle family and friends with your KS273-S20 $285 Paint like Picasso, spatter like Pollack, and masterful glass artwork. Make a trivet, imagine like Monet. Get inspired by fa- name plate, or big decorated mirror with mous artists of the last two centuries. We’ll Decor by Me glass mosaic, and create a fused glass night make whimsical and abstract paintings light and a tack-fused decorative tile. With Nicole Donson, Instructor like Kandinsky and Miró, create kinetic jewelry-mosaic, you’ll place glass beads and Create cool keepsake crafts. Explore the art wire sculptures and mobiles like Calder, dichroic pieces in a deep pendant to create of mosaics and decorate a wooden mirror and construct paper collages like Matisse. two necklaces. Master these techniques or picture frame with ceramic tiles and Using colored tissue paper and watercolor and learn to work safely with glass as you grout. Decoupage a keepsake box using paints, we’ll create impressionist art paint- explore the creativity this medium allows. decorative papers, colored tissue, fabric, ings in the style of Monet, still lifes as done Grades 2-5 & 5-9. glue-on jewels, and colorful beads. Make a by Cézanne, and dot paintings like Seurat. hardbound journal using classic bookbind- All materials will be provided. Please bring a Learn a bit of art history too as we focus on ing techniques, and decorate its cover with check for $85 made out to the instructor. individual artists, see images of their work, fabric or fancy papers, stickers, ribbons, or June 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm and create art inspired by that artist’s style. glue-on jewels. Decorate and build desk ac- KS361-S20-Gr5-9 $285 (Grades 5-9) Grades 2-5. cessories from wood and recycled materials, June 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 1–4pm or create decorations to hang on your wall. KS361-S20-Gr2-5 $285 (Grades 2-5) KS245-S20-1 $240 Use our items to decorate with, or bring July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm your own. Grades 3-9. KS245-S20-2 $295 Bring a smock. June 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS140-S20 $295

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Modern Mosaics New Science & Technology Cecilia Kremer, Instructor Really Big Art Do something special: make great mosaic art. Susan Paquette, Instructor From our vast array of colorful glass, por- 3-D Printing, Think big. Collaborate with fellow artists to celain, and ceramic tiles, you’ll choose your Coding, & Design make large group projects, and work solo favorites and make a decorative clock, tray, or BlocksCAD Inc staff, Instructors on big individual ones. Using paint, pastels, nameplate. You’ll learn all aspects of mosaic fabric, and 3-D objects, we’ll create colorful See how the seemingly impossible is construction: glass cutting, setting, gluing, animal posters, cool magazine collages, achieved. Learn the foundations of coding, grouting, and finishing, and then you’ll de- and larger-than-life murals. You’ll refine along with basic computer-aided design velop your own designs. We may also make your animal drawing skills as you create (CAD) principles, to take digital files and jewelry or treasury boxes, and/or some your poster; construct your collage from transform them into real, everyday objects. smaller pieces of fine art mosaics. Expect to cut magazines and other paper sources, as You’ll learn introductory concepts including bring home both a stunning piece of art, and well as adding textured elements like fabric, loops, variables, and modules, and make the skills you’ll need to make more mosaic sand, and buttons; and make a group water- unique, personalized, three-dimensional projects in the future. Grades 5-9. color mural. We’ll work inside and outside designs, such as a tablet or iPhone accessory, Materials will be provided, but you may also on our projects, and at the end of the week a science fiction character, or a vehicle. Your bring your own keepsakes to include in your art, instructor will print two of your designs such as beads from broken jewelry, old china, you’ll have artwork so big you’ll need help carrying it home! Grades K-3. over the course of the class; you’ll take one watches, etc. Please bring a check for $70 made home, and the other will be delivered to the out to the instructor to the first class. June 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm NCE office for you to pick up later. Grades July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS336-S20-1 $285 3-5 & 6-9. KS296-S20-1 $275 July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–12pm We’ll have a showcase on the last day of class for July 20–24 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS336-S20-2 $285 kids to present their projects to family and friends KS296-S20-2 $275 July 27–31 @ Newton South 1–4pm June 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm July 27–31 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS336-S20-3 $285 KS292-S20-1-Gr6-9 $295 (Grades 6-9) KS296-S20-3 $275 July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm Trash Art KS292-S20-2-Gr3-5 $295 (Grades 3-5) Printmaking Ginelle McKenzie, Instructor July 20–24 @ Newton South 1–4pm Caroline Calhoun & Danielle Larosee, Instructors Don’t throw it away! You can recycle your KS292-S20-3-Gr6-9 $295 (Grades 6-9) Put aside your pencils and brushes! Draw trash and use it to make really cool crafts. July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm and paint with new tools and unusual We’ll create great projects such as paper- KS292-S20-4-Gr6-9 $295 (Grades 6-9) materials to make one-of-a-kind prints. towel-roll rainsticks, egg carton caterpillars, July 27–31 @ Newton South 1–4pm We’ll create block prints, monotypes, and and recycled treasure boxes. We’ll also melt KS292-S20-5-Gr3-5 $295 (Grades 3-5) mixed media artworks. First you’ll make old crayons and put them in molds to create carved, patterned relief prints from a simple new fun-colored ones. For inspiration we’ll object like an eraser and from a block of read books like Harold and The Purple E-Z Cut synthetic rubber. Next, you’ll use Crayon, Michael Recycle Meets Litterbug plexiglass and ink to make beautiful painted Doug, and Willow. It’s not just about art—it’s monotypes. Then, you’ll combine your about saving the planet too. Ages 4-7. new printing skills to create mixed-media July 6–10 @ Newton North 1–4pm collages. You’ll finish the class with multiple KS106-S20 $285 original works and a new way to see art opportunities in everyday items around you. Grades 5-9. Bring a Speedball linoleum cutter. July 6–10 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS295-S20-1 $285 (Larosee) July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS295-S20-2 $285 (Calhoun)

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App Inventors Camp Invention—Extended Day Circuit Lab staff, Instructors Camp Invention The extended day program allows for an Explore the inner workings of mobile Kimberly McDonagh & Chris Barbieri, Directors 8:30am drop-off Monday-Friday, as well as electronic devices, and make fun, creative Enjoy high-energy activities that en- additional care until 5:30pm on Monday- apps for Android phones and tablets. Using courage inventive thinking and creative Thursday afternoons. Activities include MIT App Inventor software, along with problem solving, while applying sci- indoor and outdoor games. The fee cannot Arduino microcontrollers and Bluetooth, ence, technology, engineering, math, be prorated for individual days used. Family we’ll program Android apps to read sen- and the arts. Grades 1-6. and friends are invited to attend our show- sors, control lights by remote, and design In Week 1, Launch, you’ll apply en- case on Friday afternoon each week, so no interactive games. You’ll learn fundamentals gineering principles to create a card- extended day is offered. Grades 1-6. of circuitry, programming, and app design board castle, design a pulley system to No Extended Day on Friday afternoons. while building your projects, and you’ll have raise its flag, and build an air cannon July 6–10 @ Newton South guidance from our expert instructors along for its protection; you’ll use entre- 8:30–9am & 3:30–5:30pm the way. There’s plenty of room for your own preneurial skills to bring a duct tape KS008-S20-1 (Launch) $135 ingenuity here, and the concepts you’ll learn products business to a mock market; July 13–17 @ Newton South apply to Apple products as well. Grades 6-9. and go on a space mission to locate and 8:30–9am & 3:30–5:30pm June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–12pm prepare a new planet for habitation, KS008-S20-2 (Elevate) $135 KS254-S20-1 $230 designing inventions to transform its July 27–31 @ Newton South 1–4pm atmosphere, terrain, and ecosystem. KS254-S20-2 $285 You’ll also take apart machines from Circuitry 101 home and reconfigure their parts to Circuit Lab staff, Instructors build new inventions. Light up the world! Learn all about circuit- In Week 2, Elevate, you’ll explore prin- ry and create your own electronics. You’ll ciples of flight using flying things from explore the inner workings of electrical hand-copters to rockets; refine your components like lights, buzzers, switches, design skills by creating product proto- motors, and sensors, and use those com- types, designing their logos, and learn- ponents to design custom light-up greeting ing how to protect your original work; cards, electric games, “brush bots”, mazes, and team up to save the Earth’s ecosys- and even musical instruments. We’ll use tems by competing in recycling games, Snap Circuits to make a variety of projects, learning how parachutes are used to and get into advanced engineering concepts safely transport animals, and design- too, like how using different voltages can ing experiments to clean up polluted change the speed of a motor. Each class will water and protect vulnerable habitats. include a circuitry lesson and a hands-on You’ll also learn about circuit boards, project to take home. Grades 1-3. motors, and gears to reverse engineer a July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–12pm remote-controlled DIY robot. KS251-S20 $285 In both weeks, you’ll enjoy inventive outdoor games. Each week culmi- nates in a presentation for family and friends. Kids will be grouped by age; we’ll try to place you with your friends if we get your requests by June 1. Attention veteran inventors: Elevate is a new program, and Launch was last offered in 2017. For information about both weeks’ programs, see our website. July 6–10 @ Newton South 9am–3:30pm KS334-S20-1 $365 July 13–17 @ Newton South 9am–3:30pm KS334-S20-2 $365

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New Interactive Electronics Girls-Only Engineering Circuit Lab staff, Instructors Workshop Get connected as we explore the realm where electronic circuitry meets computer Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors programming. You’ll use the latest tools: Think like an engineer: make something Arduino (for building interactive devices) new and useful, or just plain fun. If you love and Raspberry Pi (for learning about com- to create, design, and build, this class is for puters and coding) to take an idea and make you. You’ll build a hanging bird feeder for it reality. Starting with the basics and build- backyard friends and a ping pong catapult ing up to complex, interactive devices, we’ll to defend your room, become an inventor create everything from LED light shows and Lego Engineering and wire up your own custom-art robot, touchless musical instruments to wearable and design a spinning top and a hovercraft computers, using a comprehensive library of Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors that floats on air. To save the day, you’ll de- parts and equipment. Through our series of Attention Lego lovers: we’ve updated our sign a working parachute to protect a toy as fun, hands-on projects, you’ll learn not just Lego engineering program to include it falls to earth. You’ll take home some cool how to use computers, but also how to make STEM-based challenges and free building— projects and the wisdom to engineer future them work for you. Grades 6-9. two things we know you love. You’ll ones. Grades 1-4. (Girls only.) June 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm build mechanisms that incorporate gears, June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 1–4pm flywheels, levers, and cams to make barking KS339-S20-1 $285 KS335-S20-1 $230 dogs, crawling bugs, launch-powered drag July 13–17 @ Newton North 1–4pm racers, and other amazing contraptions. July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS339-S20-2 $285 Crank up the fun as you use your creativity KS335-S20-2 $285 to build with Legos in problem-solving Intro to Programming: Scratch challenges: try designing a spinning Hands-on Electronics eggbeater or creating a car to carry Lego Circuit Lab staff, Instructors Circuit Lab staff, Instructors bricks uphill. Rise to the Lego challenge! Get with the program and learn Scratch, Grades 1-4. Tinker with electronics while learning a popular free programming tool created June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–12pm the basics of computer programming. at MIT. Learn the fundamentals of writing Beginning with experiments that explore code through fun yet challenging tasks, KS316-S20-1 $230 the fundamentals of electronics and circuit and apply your creativity through inventive July 13–17 @ Newton North 1–4pm building, you’ll move on to design your game designs. In this class, you’ll create KS316-S20-2 $285 own interactive and programmable devices. thematic animations, interactive stories, and Working both independently and in teams, short video games, while mastering different Lego Robotics you’ll use the latest tools including Arduino skills and coding concepts daily. You’ll finish (for building interactive devices) and the class with the tools you need to continue Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Raspberry Pi (for learning about comput- making Scratch projects on your own, and Tell it what to do! Program free-roaming ro- ers and coding) to experiment with LEDs, knowledge that will apply to your future bots with Lego WeDo software and building resistors, motors, and programming. You’ll programming endeavors. Grades 3-5. kits, using iPads and Bluetooth technology create interactive flashlights, digital musical This is a beginner class; no experience necessary. to send programming instructions to a wire- instruments, homemade computer games, June 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm less module. Your untethered robots will and more. Each day you’ll design a hands- be capable of completing structured as well KS340-S20-1 $285 on project under the guidance of skilled as open-ended tasks. Build bots that use Circuit Lab instructors. Grades 3-5. July 6–10 @ Newton North 1–4pm sensors to know when to stop, create a shake June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS340-S20-2 $285 table to test houses designed to withstand KS153-S20 $230 July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm an earthquake, or make a robot to sort and KS340-S20-3 $285 recycle items. Start your career as a robotics engineer here. Grades 1-4. June 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS333-S20-1 $285 July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS333-S20-2 $285

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New Minecraft Mania 1 Nature Science Math Meets 3-D Printing Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Rachel Kaufman, Instructor BlocksCAD Inc staff, Instructors Explore and build in Minecraft worlds that Take a hike! Join us for a new perspective on have been customized for Wicked Cool the natural world around you. We’ll spend What’s all the fuss about math anyway? learning activities. Use an interactive avatar as much time as the weather allows on Here’s what: these days you need math to investigate a game-based educational outdoor adventures close to our classroom. to do just about everything! Explore new environment. Engage in both computer You’ll create your own explorer toolkit with math concepts through our 3-D printing and real-world activities covering geology, a nature notebook, magnifying glass, and platform. You’ll investigate and manipulate engineering, physics, and biology. Learn ranger beads; engage your five senses and shapes in a three-dimensional environment about the properties of rocks and minerals, perform close observations to catch and as you learn practical applications for rigor- and take home your own rock collections. actually appreciate insects; and learn to ous mathematical concepts such as volume, Build skyscrapers and simple machines, track animals, using a map and compass, fractions, coordinates, and transformations; plant your own crops, and learn about and looking for signs like nibbled leaves, you’ll create two printable designs that electricity in enjoyable experiential middens, or animal holes. We’ll also play demonstrate the concepts you’ve learned. challenges. Minecraft Maniacs, join us partner games to help us identify tree types. Your instructor will print these designs over for a week of fascination in our virtual On indoor days we’ll create a special map to the course of the class; you’ll take one home, classroom. Grades 2-5. locate a treasure hidden in the wild, learn and the other will be delivered to the NCE Parents, don’t worry—computer time is mixed about orienteering, and perhaps bring some office for you to pick up later. Grades 3-5. with creative craft activities and outdoor time. insect guests inside to play. Grades 1-4. We’ll have a showcase on the last day of June 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–4pm June 29–July 2 @ Newton South 9am–12pm class for kids to present their projects to family and friends. KS109-S20-1 $425 KS288-S20 $225 June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–12pm July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–4pm KS352-S20 $240 KS109-S20-2 $425 New July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–4pm Python Game Development KS109-S20-3 $425 MathemAddicts Coding with Kids staff, Instructors Steve Dubin, Instructor Learn to code with Python, an easy and Is your attitude towards math “I want Minecraft Mania 2 versatile starter language that’s used in ev- more”? Does the prospect of playing with Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors erything from medical research to applica- spheres, cones, cylinders, and their cousins The Mania continues! Construct complex tions at NASA. In this class you’ll learn the make your heart go pit-a-pat? Do you think villages and map out a hands-on model fundamentals of Python to create your own that math is cool? If you answered “yes” to community built with real-world materi- games. You’ll practice core coding concepts any of these questions, this class is for you! als. Learn the secrets of Minecraft to forge such as data structures and algorithms, and We’ll assemble classic three-dimensional unique tools, discover the awesome power learn Python-specific concepts and syntax. figures, learn about some cool relationships of redstone, and create automated factories Our projects will range from simple trivia among them, and work together to build a to supply your empire. Design light-up cir- quizzes to competitive two-player games. geodesic dome. We’ll do a bunch of number cuits and simple machines to take home. No Whether you’re new to programming or have puzzles, and you may hear some math jokes Minecraft experience necessary. Grades 2-5. experience with drag-and-drop tools such as along the way. Great for future program- Scratch, Python’s easy-to-read but powerful Attention Minecraft Mania 1 students: these are nature makes it a great starting point for mers or math geeks who want to have fun. different activities; join us again for twice the fun. Grades 5-9. writing your own code. Grades 5-9. June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–4pm July 6–10 @ Newton North 1–4pm July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS265-S20-1 $340 KS120-S20-1 $275 KS357-S20 $305 July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–4pm July 27–31 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS265-S20-2 $425 KS120-S20-2 $275 July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–4pm KS265-S20-3 $425

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Robotics 101 New Circuit Lab staff, Instructors Science Scramble Can a robot make a peanut butter and jelly Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors sandwich? Well, that may depend on the We’ve opened up the Wicked Cool vault programmer! Join us for an intro to robotics and uncovered an eclectic mix of science and find out what our tech creations can experiments guaranteed to have the wow and can’t do. Enjoy fun, hands-on activities factor. We’ll start with cartoon character focusing on what it means to write, debug, science, as we explore real physics through and execute computer programs. We’ll start Pokemon and learn about geology through low-tech, creating and running “human pro- the Steven Universe cartoon series. Next, grams,” and we’ll advance to programming we’ll use chromatography to sample some the popular Sphero robot, SPRK+. We’ll Wicked Cool Vet School candy chemistry, and we’ll make a jar that program Sphero to speak when it is shaken, Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors glows like fireflies. For something completely change colors on demand, spin like dice to different, we’ll grow seeds on a sponge tower Animal lovers: grab a lab coat and learn output random numbers, perform magic and build a working monocular to explore about our favorite furry, flying, and fishy like Harry Potter’s wand, and more (but not the tiny worlds around us. Join us for this friends. We’ll make amazing animal models, make a PB & J sandwich). Grades 2-5. surprising mix of super cool science discov- build big bones, and investigate animal in- July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–12pm eries. Grades K-2. testines from our favorite vertebrates: birds, KS293-S20 $285 July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–12pm mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. You’ll follow a furry “patient” and also enjoy KS331-S20-1 $285 dissecting an owl pellet to discover this pred- Rocket Science 2020 July 27–31 @ Newton South 1–4pm ator’s diet. A special treat awaits—the week Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors KS331-S20-2 $285 ends with a featured visit by a live animal, Yes, it is Rocket Science! In this class you’ll with tips for animal care and keeping pets construct our all-time favorite rocket, the Web Development healthy. Tuition includes an animal honorar- customizable E2X, perfect for the aspiring ium. Grades 1-4. Coding with Kids staff, Instructors aerospace engineer. You’ll investigate the July 6–10 @ Newton North 1–4pm solar system, design a satellite, and build a Go viral. Apply your creative and technical KS264-S20-1 $310 space base for an astronaut, keeping a com- talents to build your own website and on- July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm mander’s log to record your work as you go. line game. You’ll learn to create engaging Embark on an out-of-this-world adventure web pages that include pictures, sound, KS264-S20-2 $310 making galactic slime and glittering galaxies, and video. We’ll explore HTML, CSS, and and craft a space shuttle to travel to infinity JavaScript, the technologies that are “under and beyond as you learn the laws of aerody- the hood” of all websites, and we’ll work on namics and flight. To end the week, you’ll ways you can organize layouts, colors, and don your lab coat and NASA sticker at mis- content to make your pages pop. At the end sion control, make a solid-fuel high-flying of this class you can share your projects with rocket, and launch it into the stratosphere family and friends, and continue program- (weather permitting). Grades 1-4. ming at home with your new Coding with June 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm Kids account. Grades 5-9. KS332-S20-1 $310 You should have some prior coding experience such as with Scratch, and basic typing skills. July 20–24 @ Newton South 1–4pm June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS332-S20-2 $310 KS363-S20-1 $245 July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS363-S20-2 $305

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Best of Both Worlds New New Chess Intensive Plus Dungeons & Dragons Attention Muggles! Ross Eldridge, Instructor Chris Barbieri, Instructor Chris Barbieri, Instructor Serious chess players: build your chess-play- Calling all warriors, wizards, and healers! ing skills this summer. We’ll review chess Your kingdom requires your aid in defend- Apparate to NCE. Join other wannabe principles, looking at positions from real ing it against invaders; your best friend witches and wizards for a week of Harry games played by grandmasters; we’ll focus requires you to save them from a band of Potter immersion. We’ll explore the world of on strategy and tactics, and you’ll learn orcs! From large adventures that bring you Harry and the Magical Beasts through art, about notation for reading and writing fame, to more intimate adventures alongside science experiments, and games. We’ll test games as well. Each day will include a friends escaping a dragon, we’ll do it all in your Harry Potter knowledge through triv- combination of instruction and games. As this class. You’ll create your own character ia, and determine what house you belong a special new bonus this year, you’ll learn from the boots up, choosing your class, race, in. You’ll create a wand, a golden origami Shogi, the popular Japanese chess game also starting skills, and stats; your instructor will snitch, potions, and other Hogwarts arti- known as “The Game of Generals.” On the be your Dungeon Master. We will conquer facts. You’ll also construct a papier-mâché final day we’ll have an in-class tournament. foes or laugh as we fail trying—only to rise beast or mythical creature, and use Keep your mind sharp this summer and join up and try again! We’ll play our game with Hogwarts School materials to make bouncy us for a week of the ultimate game of strate- pencil and paper and a combination of balls and other fun concoctions. The world gy. No beginners please! Grades 3-6. different dice. Bring your imagination and of magic awaits you! Grades 2-5. June 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm sense of adventure! Novice and experienced June 22–26 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS330-S20-1 $285 players welcome. Grades 6-9. KS350-S20-1 $285 July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–12pm June 22–26 @ Newton South 1–4pm July 20–24 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS330-S20-2 $285 KS349-S20-1 $275 KS350-S20-2 $285 June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 1–4pm July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm DIY Scents & Suds KS349-S20-2 $225 KS350-S20-3 $285 July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm Beth Denman, Instructor KS349-S20-3 $275 Indulge yourself with homemade products Cardboard Cities for you and your home. You can use these Danielle Larosee, Instructor crafts to pamper yourself or a friend, and New Create an entire city or neighborhood out they can replace boring, chemical-filled, Expert Architects of recycled cardboard boxes, small jars, and store-bought products. You’ll learn to make plastic containers. Build gardens, fences, all-natural, custom-scented beauty products Chris Barbieri , Instructor animals, and pipe cleaner and pom-pom like bath salts, soap, and lip gloss, as well Congratulations! You’ve just been named people to inhabit your town; then paint sid- as homey things like fizz balls and beeswax head of Newton’s newest architectural firm! ing, windows, roofs, walkways, and streets. candles. You’ll enjoy a craft or two per day, Your team must build the tallest building Learn how trash and recycled materials can and finish the week with a recipe book so in town and you’re in charge of the design. create new toys and worlds. Your cities will you can repeat these activities at home. First, you’ll need to learn the history of be glued to large, flat pieces of cardboard You’ll leave this class with lots of goodies! skyscrapers; then you’ll create a plan for so they can be transported home at the end A materials fee is included in the tuition. your own tall building. You’ll use Google of the week. Wear old clothes or a smock. Grades 2-5. Earth to find the perfect location for your Grades K-3. July 13–17 @ Newton North 1–4pm project, but you’ll need to weigh its impact on the environment, traffic, and surround- Bring lots and lots of cardboard—flat sheets as KS205-S20-1 $325 ing buildings. Once your blueprint is done, well as boxes of all sizes except extra large. July 27–31 @ Newton South 1–4pm June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 1–4pm you’ll create a 3-D model with Legos. KS205-S20-2 $325 Family and friends are welcome to attend KS125-S20-1 $230 a gallery showing of your work at the last July 13–17 @ Newton North 1–4pm class. Grades 2-5. KS125-S20-2 $285 June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS351-S20-1 $230 July 27–31 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS351-S20-2 $285

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New New Intro to Chess Lights, Camera... Action! Ross Eldridge, Instructor Amanda Mazzola, Instructor Check this out. Join the hundreds of kids at Learn all the ins and outs of TV production NCE who participate in our chess classes in our state-of-the-art studio. You’ll work each year and the millions of people around on a team to produce an original variety the world who enjoy the ultimate game of show including breaking news, interviews strategy. We’ll start from the beginning: with “important” people, and commercial you’ll learn how each piece functions, and breaks. You’ll learn all the basics, including how to set up your board, strategize your camerawork, lighting, and scriptwriting; New next moves, and outthink your opponent. then you’ll roll the cameras, design your pro- Gaming: Unplugged Each day’s class will include a combination gram’s content, and star in the show. Time Joe Eckstrom & Lucas Mihalich, Instructors of instruction and games. You’ll finish the permitting, you’ll also edit the clips to create week with a solid foundation to join our the finished product. We’ll work together on Take a break from computer games and find chess classes all over Newton next year. all aspects of the production; the final show the joy in the old-fashioned kind. Apply Grades 1-5. will be broadcast on NewTV; we’ll provide a your tactical analysis skills as we make July 20–24 @ Newton South 1–4pm link for you to share with family and friends. and play some serious games of strategy. Grades 6-9. Starting with classics like Monopoly, Risk, KS359-S20 $285 June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–12pm and Stratego, and working up to modern KS338-S20-1 $230 day favorites like Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Need help choosing your July 6–10 @ Newton North 1–4pm Ride, and Wingspan, we’ll engage in exciting chess level? board game competition as we analyze what KS338-S20-2 $285 makes each game great. Then we’ll embark Call us at 617-559-6995 or email [email protected]. on the challenge of creating our own games Public Speaking Boot Camp or re-working existing ones. You’ll design and plan your game, including determining Kim Vanaman, Instructor Conquer your inner fears or unleash your the object of the game and its rules; create Landscape Architecture the characters and setting; and, time permit- inner ham. Get the skills and confidence ting, build the board and all the materials Chip Piatti, Instructor you need to successfully speak in public, you need to play. By the end of class you’ll Move mountains! Change the course of whether it’s in class, at a meeting, or as a have a new appreciation of the complexity mighty rivers. Build from sea to shining sea. future speech competitor. Through a variety of game-making and the pleasure of playing. Find out how landscape architects change the of exercises, games, and activities (as well Grades 1-3, 3-5, & 6-9. face of the earth. We’ll begin with land forms as a lot of practice speaking in front of this If you have a favorite game, feel free to bring it to and contours, then add rivers, and roads and group), we’ll explore the many aspects of class and teach us how to play! rails for homes; we’ll finish the project with public speaking, work on a variety of presen- July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–12pm other buildings and vehicles. We’ll provide tation styles, learn how to prepare ourselves KS337-S20-1-Gr3-5 $275 (Grades 3-5) the building materials and instructions; you physically and mentally for speaking, and bring the creativity. On the last day you’ll have fun in a relaxed and entertaining envi- July 13–17 @ Newton North 1pm–4pm share a presentation with family and friends, ronment. The skills you learn here will last a KS337-S20-2-Gr6-9 $275 (Grades 6-9) and you’ll leave with a piece of the “land” to lifetime. Our final class will include a short July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm take home. Grades 2-5. and informal performance for family and KS337-S20-3-Gr6-9 $275 (Grades 6-9) July 6–10 @ Newton North 1–4pm friends. New and returning students wel- July 27–31 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS167-S20 $285 come. Grades 5-9. KS337-S20-4-Gr3-5 $275 (Grades 3-5) Bring a spiral notebook, 3x5 cards, pens, pencils, and a favorite book. New Gaming: Unplugged June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–12pm classes for Grades 1–3! KS024-S20-1 $230 June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 1–4pm July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS337-S20-5-Gr1-3 $275 KS024-S20-2 $285 July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS337-S20-6-Gr1-3 $275

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New Half-day Camps Seriously Advanced Chess Ross Eldridge, Instructor New Join like-minded chess players for a week of Basketball & Multi-Sports intense competition. Learn new strategies Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors and get in-depth instruction as you play. If you’re a tournament-level player with at Archery Join our fun-loving coaches for a week of least two to three years of chess instruction Shawn Bowlby, Instructor assorted sports. Basketball will be our core sport: we’ll work on ball-handling, drib- at NCE or elsewhere, this class is for you. So Fun fact: Newton was home to the nation’s bling, passing, and shooting, but unique if you take your chess seriously, join us for first organized archery team, The Newton games and activities will also be part of the fun and games this summer. Grades 4-9. Archers, circa 1935. Honoring that legacy, mix, creating a fun, appropriately competi- You’ll need an approval code to sign up for this NCE is pleased to offer this still-popular tive atmosphere. Our coaches will teach you class; check with your current instructor or con- sport. Archery is a great option for those who proper skills, rules, and tips for each sport; tact us if you’re ready to play. prefer a noncompetitive individual sport to they’ll also referee, assure maximum play- July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–12pm team sports. Our instructor will determine ing time for each athlete, and kick off our KS355-S20 $285 your dominant eye, explain the rules, and get final-day tournament. Ages 4-8. you started, providing individualized instruc- July 6–10 @ Angier 9am–12pm tion throughout the class. Archers will learn technique, form, and accuracy. Equipment is KS933-S20-1 $225 provided. All levels welcome. Grades 3-9. July 27–31 @ Angier 9am–12pm July 6–10 @ Oak Hill 9–10:55am KS933-S20-2 $225 KS924-S20-1 $235 Dodgeball & Multi-Sports Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Important Information about the sports camps: Dodgeball is more than just a party game— it is actually a serious game of strategy, and 1. All registrations for sports camps must be there are multiple ways to play. Join us and completed online. see how you do against those out to get you. 2. Your medical form and immunization record from Try your skill at different dodgeball-related your physician’s office must be submitted to NCE at games such as Doctor, Bombardment, and least two weeks prior to the start of camp. Note on Jailball; our expert coaches will supervise and the forms which camp(s) your child is attending. give ball-avoidance tips. You’ll also enjoy a 3. Camps will be held indoors in rain or extreme heat. mix of other sports and games we’ll add to 4. Full-day sports camps include a swim period each day. Bring your suit and towel. round out your camp day. Grades 3-6. 5. Check your class listing on our website for what you July 13–17 @ Angier 9am–12pm need to bring to each camp. KS926-S20 $225 6. Campers will be grouped by age and skill level. 7. Half-day campers: combine a morning sports camp with an afternoon NCE class and save $25. See our Flag Football Summer at a Glance chart on pages 68–69 or call Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors us for assistance. Learn fundamental football skills. Each day 8. Full-day campers: See our website for we’ll focus on a “skill of the day” such as Extended Day. passing, catching, running, and offensive/ 9. Our sports camps comply with the regulations of the defensive strategies. We’ll enjoy a scrim- Massachusetts Department of Public Health and are mage at the end of each class so you can licensed by the Newton Health Department. apply your new skills. We’ll use flags only; no tackling. Grades 3-6. July 27–31 @ Angier 9am–12pm KS918-S20 $225

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Soccer & Multi-Sports Full-day Camps Field Hockey Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Kristy Moore, Director More fun than just one sport—enjoy a Learn the fundamentals of hockey and de- variety in this camp. Soccer will be our All Sports velop your individual and teamwork skills. core sport, but unique games and activities Kirsten McCarthy-Tuohy, Director We’ll work on footwork, stick skills, and po- will also be part of the mix, creating a fun, Join us for instruction and supervised play sitioning. Grades 2-9. appropriately competitive atmosphere. Our in badminton, tennis, touch football, soccer, July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–3pm enthusiastic coaches will teach you proper swimming, softball, indoor wall climbing, KS929-S20 $310 skills, rules, and tips for each sport; they’ll ultimate frisbee, and more. Grades 3-8. also referee, assure maximum playing time August 3–7 @ Newton North 9am–3pm Lacrosse for each athlete, and kick off our final-day KS910-S20 $310 tournament each week. Ages 4-8. Howard Landau & Nick Pfeifer, Directors June 22–26 @ Angier 9am–12pm Learn the fundamentals and experience the KS919-S20-1 $225 Baseball fun of this increasingly popular sport. We’ll June 29–July 2 @ Angier 9am–12pm Tom Donnellan, Director work on stickhandling, defensive and offen- KS919-S20-2 $180 Hone your baseball and sportsmanship skills. sive strategies, and teamwork. Grades 2-9. We’ll work on pitching, hitting, infield play, July 13–17 @ Angier 9am–12pm June 22–26 @ Newton North 9am–3pm bunting, and base running. We’ll use Gath KS919-S20-3 $225 KS901-S20-1 $310 (Landau; Girls) Pool for recreational swim. Grades 1-8. July 20–24 @ Angier 9am–12pm June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–3pm June 22–26 @ Albemarle Field 9am–3pm KS901-S20-2 $250 (Landau; Girls) KS919-S20-4 $225 KS900-S20-1 $310 July 27–31 @ Newton North 9am–3pm June 29–July 2 @ Albemarle Field 9am–3pm KS908-S20-1 $310 (Pfeifer; Boys) Tennis KS900-S20-2 $250 August 3–7 @ Newton North 9am–3pm John K. Reale, Instructor KS908-S20-2 $310 (Pfeifer; Boys) Grab your racket and get ready to play! Basketball Boys entering grade 1: you are welcome to join us Beginners, advanced beginners, and inter- Paul Connolly, Director if you have completed one season of youth lacrosse mediate players, join us to improve your Learn all about the game and improve your and have your own equipment: a helmet, shoulder game and get more enjoyment from tennis. skills. We’ll work on ball-handling, dribbling, and arm pads, and a stick and gloves. We’ll introduce fundamental skills through defending, passing, shooting, and teamwork. games and exercises to build overall coor- dination and technique. You’ll learn proper July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–3pm Soccer grips, footwork, forehand and backhand KS905-S20-1 $310 (Boys; Grades 4-9) Brian Rooney, Director strokes, volleys, and serves during a series July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–3pm Learn soccer fundamentals the right way of drills designed to teach skills in a fun and KS905-S20-2 $310 (Boys; Grades 4-9) from our experienced coaches. We’ll work dynamic way. We’ll work on refining those July 20–24 @ Newton North 9am–3pm on dribbling, passing, defensive and offen- skills through practice games each day; KS909-S20 $310 (Girls; Grades 2-9) sive play, and teamwork. Grades 2-8. you’ll receive personal attention throughout. July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–3pm Space is limited due to limited court space, KS906-S20-1 $310 so sign up fast! Grades 4-9. Dance Camp July 20–24 @ Newton North 9am–3pm July 6–10 @ Newton North 1–4pm Angela Rodriguez, Director KS906-S20-2 $310 KS927-S20-1 $245 Build your skills and improve the precision July 27–31 @ Newton North 1–4pm in your routines. In this safe and exciting KS927-S20-2 $245 environment, sportsmanship is promoted. We’ll work on kicks, turns, leaps, and/or hiphop technique. Grades 2-8. July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–3pm KS907-S20-1 $310 July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–3pm KS907-S20-2 $310

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Softball NCE Summer School Elective Classes Lauren Baugher, Director Improve your softball skills. We’ll work on hitting, bunting, pitching, catching, infield, At NCE Summer School we offer elective Bridge to Calculus outfield, and base-running. Grades K-8. classes for credit and just for fun, academic (formerly Pre-Calculus) classes that you can take in place of their June 22–26 @ Newton North 9am–3pm TBA, Instructor school-year equivalents, and review classes KS902-S20-1 $310 If you’ve successfully completed 513 or 613 that you can take to make up classes you did Math, you may take this class to qualify for June 29–July 2 @ Newton North 9am–3pm not successfully complete during the year. KS902-S20-2 $250 senior year calculus. We’ll cover the pre- Check our website for complete informa- requisite topics you’ll need to understand tion. The grades listed refer to your grade as before you move on to calculus. Your results High School Clinics of Fall 2020. from this course will be shared with the high school Math Department Chairs to Academic Classes determine appropriate placement for your Serious high school athletes, join us for senior year Math class. There is no credit skills development and prepare for your awarded for this class. For students entering We offer a full-credit class in U.S. History school team. Grades 9-12. Grade 12. and a Physical Education Make-up class for students who need one or two credits of PE June 29–July 17 @ Newton North 8–10am in order to graduate. Math Review is offered KS806–S20 $380 as a preview class for kids who would find that helpful. Classes meet Monday through Critical Writing Friday. There are no summer school classes TBA, Instructor on Friday July 4. Newton students: You may If you often feel that your ideas are better not repeat a class for which you received a than your papers, join us and improve your final grade of “N.” academic writing in all subjects. In this class, See the class listings online for details. we’ll help you define a clear thesis and orga- Biology nize evidence to support it. You’ll practice structuring logical paragraphs, drawing June 29–August 7 @ Newton North 8am–12pm convincing connections between them, and KS800–S20 $630 building up to a strong, emphatic conclusion. You’ll also learn to avoid common word use Chemistry and grammatical errors that can detract from June 29–August 7 @ Newton North 8am–12pm your arguments. You’ll finish this class with KS801–S20 $630 increased confidence to tackle your future Field Hockey Clinic (Girls) writing assignments. Grades 9-12. Lauren Baugher, Director Math Review and Preview Upon completion you will receive 1.5 credits. August 20 & 21 @ Newton North 1–4pm June 29–August 7 @ Newton North 8–10am These credits count towards your general gradua- tion requirements, but do not satisfy your English KS814–S20 $430 KS914-S20 $135 department credit requirements. June 29–July 17 @ Newton North 8am–12pm P.E. Make-up Soccer Clinic (Co-ed) KS802–S20 $480 James Roy Dow, Director June 29–July 17 @ Newton North August 20 & 21 @ Warren House Field 9am–1pm KS812-S20 $220/one credit; $320/two credits KS915-S20 $165 U.S. History June 29–August 7 @ Newton North 8am–12pm KS807-S20 $630

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College Prep/Driver’s Ed NCE Tech New 3-D Game Development See our website for complete information. Bring a snack and a lunch for all NCE with Unity ACT Boot Camp Tech classes. Coding with Kids staff, Instructors August 17–20 @ Newton North 9am–12pm Up your coding game and make games Robotics Engineering with Unity, the technology behind some KH27-S20 $475 with Arduino of the biggest games out there, including The Monday class ends at 1pm to allow for com- Hearthstone and Cuphead. We’ll explore pletion of a practice test. Coding with Kids staff, Instructors concepts such as 3-D geometry and physics, Combine electronics and programming and you’ll learn the core components of SAT Math Review principles to build a robot. You’ll build an game design. We’ll discuss how to use August 10–14 @ Newton South 10am–12pm Arduino-powered, wheeled robot and use different assets, and you’ll learn to code in KH16-S20 $215 the C programming language to make your C#. With Unity you can create games to own autonomous vehicle. Starting with SAT Verbal Review your own specifications—imagine it, then individual components, you’ll assemble August 10–14 @ Newton South 12:30–2:30pm design, and code! Grades 9-12. your vehicle’s wheels and chassis, wire KH17-S20 $215 together the motors and sensors, and use Prior experience with text-based programming the Arduino board as the controller. You’ll languages would be beneficial but is Write Successful Essays for not required. Your College Application learn to control your robot remotely, then use artificial intelligence concepts to create July 20–24 @ Newton South 9am–4pm Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–8:30pm an autonomous vehicle using C++. All levels KS822-S20 $495 July 8–29 KH15-S20-1 $185 welcome; our small class size allows for lots Thursdays @ Newton North 7–8:30pm of individual attention. Grades 9-12. New July 9–30 KH15-S20-2 $185 Tuition includes an $80 fee for the robot, which Web Application Development Driver’s Ed you can take home and continue programming after class. Coding with Kids staff, Instructors CS Driving School staff, Instructors July 6–10 @ Newton North 9am–4pm You’re on the Internet every day, but how Complete a course in Driver’s Education and KS819-S20 $575 does it all work? Learn how web applications you can get your license before the age of 18. function as you design and create your own Per state requirements, you must be 15 years web apps like those behind feature-rich web- and 9 months by the time the class starts. See New sites like Facebook, Instagram, and others. our website for details. Python Programming You’ll practice both front-end and back-end All classes take place Monday-Friday, 9am- Coding with Kids staff, Instructors programming. The front end is everything the 3:30pm. For more information or to register, user sees and interacts with; it’s typically built Go in depth with Python, the text-based visit CSDriving.com or call 781-891-0460. with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The back language that’s used for everything from end includes all the unseen processes; it’s built 5 sessions $645 game development to powering applications on the server side and includes things like June 22–26 @ Newton South at NASA. Learn to navigate its advanced database interactions, data processing, and July 6–10 @ Newton North features and see just how powerful Python connecting with other services to get infor- July 20–24 @ Newton South can be. You’ll create artificial intelligence, mation (like the weather). Bring a snack and August 10–14 @ Newton North discover database operations to analyze big lunch. Grades 9-12. August 7–21 @ Newton North data, explore Python’s terminal basics, and learn how to find and understand its pack- To join us, you should have some prior text-based Driver’s Ed Parent Training coding experience such as with Python or Java. ages. Master Python and you can create any In this required course, parents/guardians kind of project. Grades 9-12. July 27–31 @ Newton South 9am–4pm learn about the Driver’s Ed curriculum, the You’ll need some knowledge of Python, or KS823-S20 $495 junior operator’s law, and the driving skills experience with another text-based programming and behaviors that your children will be language such as Java or C#. taught. The fee is included in the Driver’s Ed July 13–17 @ Newton North 9am–4pm class tuition. All classes are 6:30-8:30pm. KS821-S20 $495 Thursday June 25 @ Newton North Tuesday July 14 @ Newton North Wednesday August 5 @ Newton South

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9am–12pm @ South 9am–12pm @ North 9am–12pm @ North 9am–12pm @ North Really Big Art K–3 Fashion Art Projects K–3a Science Scramble K–2 Really Big Art K–3 Rocket Science 2020 1–4 Lego Engineering 1–4 Young Broadway K–3 Young Broadway K–3 Attention Muggles! 2–5 Expert Architects 2–5 3-D Sculpture K–3 Circuitry 101 1–3 Digital Art & Animation 3–5 Math Meets 3-D Printing 3–5 Photo Projects 2–5 Girls-Only Engineering Chess Intensive Plus 3–6 Stitch Studio 3–9 Clay Workshop 2–5 Workshop 1–4 Decor by Me 3–9 Clay Workshop 5–9 Robotics 101 2–5 Gaming: Unplugged 3–5 Glass Class 5–9 Public Speaking Boot Camp 5–9 Fractured Fairy Tales 3–6 Fractured Fairy Tales 3–6 Interactive Electronics 6–9 Lights, Camera... Action! 6–9 Modern Mosaics 5–9 Chess Intensive Plus 3–6 App Inventors 6–9 Public Speaking Boot Camp 5–9 Fabric Arts 3–8 1–4pm @ South Python Game Development 5–9 Art Studio: Colored Pencils 3–9 Animal Art K–3 1–4pm @ North Creative Lettering 6–9 Stop-Motion Animation 4–9 Lego Robotics 1–4 Cardboard Cities K–3 Picture Perfect: Glass Class 2–5 Gaming: Unplugged 1–3 1–4pm @ North Digital Photography & Intro to Programming: Girls-Only Engineering Trash Art Ages 4–7 Editing 5–9 Scratch 3–5 Workshop 1–4 Art Around the World K–3 1–4pm @ North Art Studio: Comics 4–9 Clay Workshop 2–5 Wicked Cool Vet School 1–4 Fashion Art Projects K–3 Dungeons & Dragons 6–9 Modern Art Adventure 2–5 Landscape Architecture 2–5 Cardboard Cities K–3 3-D Printing, Coding, & Hands-on Electronics 3–5 Knitting 3–9 Lego Engineering 1–4 Design 6–9 Art Studio: Comics 4–9 Intro to Programming: Web Development 5–9 Scratch 3–5 DIY Scents & Suds 2–5 9am–4pm @ South Dungeons & Dragons 6–9 Clay Workshop 5–9 Digital Art & Animation 3–5 Minecraft Mania 1 2–5 Printmaking 5–9 Intro to Improv 5–9 9am–4pm @ North Sports this Week MathemAddicts 5–9 Art Studio: Minecraft Mania 2 2–5 Watercolor Painting 5–9 9am–12pm @ Angier Lights, Camera... Action! 6–8 Photoshop 5–9 Soccer & Multi–Sports Ages 4–8 9am–12pm @ South 9am–4pm @ North Creative Lettering 6–9 9am–3pm @ Albemarle Nature Science 1–4 Gaming: Unplugged 6–9 Baseball 1–8 Minecraft Mania 1 2–5 The Brunch Club 4–9 Interactive Electronics 6–9 9am–3pm @ North 9am–3:30pm @ South 1–4pm @ South Softball K–8 Camp Invention 1–6 9am–4pm @ North Lacrosse (Girls) 2–9 What’s Cookin’? 4–9 Minecraft Mania 2 2–5 9am–12pm @ South Sports this Week * If snow closings cause Imposter Baking 2 4–9 9am–3:30pm @ South school in Newton to extend 9am–12pm @ Angier Camp Invention 1–6 into this week, these classes Soccer & Multi–Sports Ages 4–8 1–4pm @ South will start the day after school ends, and tuition will 9am–3pm @ Albemarle What’s Cookin’? 4–9 Sports this Week be pro-rated accordingly. Baseball 1–8 9am–12pm @ Angier Sports this Week 9am–3pm @ North Soccer & Multi–Sports Ages 4–8 Softball K–8 9–10:55am @ Oak Hill Dodgeball & Multi–Sports 3–6 Archery 3–9 Lacrosse (Girls) 2–9 9am–3pm @ North I’m going 9am–12pm @ Angier Dance Camp 2–8 **There are no classes on for Gaming: Basketball & Soccer 2–8 Friday, July 3. Multi–Sports Ages 4–8 Unplugged. Basketball (Boys) 4–9 9am–3pm @ North Dance Camp 2–8 Field Hockey 2–9 Basketball (Boys) 4–9 1–4pm @ North Tennis 4–9

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7/2 0 –7/24 Grades 7/2 7–7/ 3 1 Grades 8/3–8/7 Grades It’s back: NCE TECH! 9am–12pm @ South 9am–12pm @ South Sports @ North Learn to code with NCE Young Broadway K–3 Young Broadway K–3 9am–3pm this summer. Join us for Animal Art K–3 Art Around the World K–3 Lacrosse (Boys) 2–9 one or more of these new Gaming: Unplugged 1–3 Lego Robotics 1–4 All Sports 3–8 classes. All classes meet Wicked Cool Vet School 1–4 Modern Art Adventure 2–5 from 9am-4pm. For more 3-D Printing, Coding, & Attention Muggles! 2–5 information or to register, Design 3–5 Intro to Programming: 8/10–8/14 Grades call us or see our website. Upcycled Outfits 3–9 Scratch 3–5 Robotics Engineering Art Studio: Acrylic Painting 3–9 Art Studio: Comics 4–9 8:45am–3pm @ South with Arduino Imposter Baking 2 4–9 Seriously Advanced Chess 4–9 Innovations 1–7 Intro to Improv 5–9 Middle Eastern Cooking 5–9 July 6–10 @ at North Printmaking 5–9 Art Studio: Watercolor Python Web Development 5–9 Painting 5–9 8/17–8/21 Grades Programming Gaming: Unplugged 6–9 Dungeons & Dragons 6–9 July 13–17 @ at North 3-D Printing, Coding, & 8:45am–3pm @ South 1–4pm @ South Design 6–9 Innovations 1–7 3-D Game 3-D Sculpture K–3 Development 1–4pm @ South Rocket Science 2020 1–4 with Unity Science Scramble K–2 Intro to Chess 1–5 Babysitting & CPR July 20–24 @ at South Attention Muggles! 2–5 Really Big Art K–3 Crazy Cross Stitch 3–9 DIY Scents & Suds 2–5 Thursday June 25 @ South Web Application Art Studio: Colored Pencils 3–9 Expert Architects 2–5 Development Stop-Motion Animation 4–9 Gaming: Unplugged 3–5 July 27–31 @ at South Middle Eastern Cooking 5–9 3-D Printing, Coding, & Extended Day Design 3–5 Modern Mosaics 5–9 Art Studio: Drawing Mornings: 8–9am Darkroom Photography 5–10 Workshop 3–9 Afternoons: 4–5:30pm 3-D Printing, Coding, & Modern Mosaics 5–9 Sports: 3–4pm Design 6–9 MathemAddicts 5–9 9am–4pm @ South App Inventors 6–9 Minecraft Mania 1 2–5 9am–4pm @ South Sports this Week Minecraft Mania 2 2–5 Registration 9am–12pm @ Angier Sports this Week Reminder Soccer & Multi–Sports Ages 4–8 9am–12pm @ Angier 9am–3pm @ North Basketball & Soccer 2–8 Registration closes the Multi–Sports Ages 4–8 Imposter Basketball (Girls) 2–9 Thursday before the Flag Football 3–6 Baking sounds following week’s classes. 9am–3pm @ North great! For classes the week of Lacrosse (Boys) 2–9 Tennis 4–9 July 6, registration will close on Wednesday, July 1. Sign up early so you don’t miss out! I’m curious about Expert Architects...

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Adults & Kids We are Inclusive Pick-Up After Class NCE does not discriminate against any individual At the end of class, our teachers will bring all kids Access on the basis of age, race, religion, gender, disability, to the main entrance of the school to be picked up Our classes are open to everyone from all sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, by parents, guardians, or after-school staff. Kids communities. Let us know if you have any veteran status, or any other category protected by in grades K-2 must be signed out by an adult; kids special concerns or need special assistance. federal or state law. in grades 3-5 can dismiss themselves with written Age Requirements permission from a parent or guardian. To give your Adult classes are open to students 18 years Kids (School-year and permission, send an email to staff@newtoncommu- of age and older. Age requirements for Kids classes Summer Programs) nityed.org stating your child’s name, grade, NCE class, and school. are listed per class. Behavior Policy Changes Here at NCE we believe no student has the right Additional Info & Policies for Kids Summer to interfere with a teacher’s ability to teach or an- NCE reserves the right to cancel classes that are Programs under-enrolled, and to change times, other student’s opportunity to learn. To that end, locations, and instructors when necessary. we require that our students follow their teacher’s Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures instructions and are respectful towards their peers. Drop-off: On Monday mornings, bring your child Discounts/Scholarships Additionally, students must use only materials des- to the main entrance of the school where their class We offer a 15% discount to seniors (age 65+), veter- ignated for their NCE class and use them appropri- is being held; we will guide you from there. For the ans, and City of Newton employees. This discount is ately. If your child does not meet these expectations, rest of the week, please bring your child to their class available on most of our adult classes; ELL, one- or we will contact you to address this; if we are unable each morning. Pick-up: If anyone other than a par- two-session, pairs-rate, and other select classes are to resolve the issue, your child may be withdrawn ent or guardian will be picking up your child, contact excluded. Discounts do not apply to materials, food from class. Children who exhibit threatening physi- the NCE office by email. If your child is in grade fees, or our Kids classes, and can not be combined. cal behavior towards others in the class or who leave 3-6 and can self-dismiss, email us at staff@newton- You can register online and receive this discount the classroom without permission will be with- communityed.org with your permission. State your after we’ve added you to our discount group; please drawn immediately. If your child is withdrawn due child’s name and NCE classes(es). Kids in grades 7 & call our office at 617-559-6999 if you qualify. Partial to behavior issues, no refund will be given. up can self-dismiss with no written permission. Kids scholarships are available on a limited basis for Late Fees who self-dismiss can not remain in the building and Newton residents. See our website to apply. must leave the school campus. Please respect our staff and pick up your child on Permissions time. Late pick-ups will be charged as follows: Extended Day We may occasionally post student work to our web- 1st time: $25 We have both morning and afternoon Extended site or take pictures of students in our classes for use 2nd time: $50 Day. Our morning program runs from 8-9am; our in promotional materials. Your enrollment in a class If you’re late three times, you’ll be asked to with- staff will bring students to their 9am classes. Our indicates your approval for this. draw your child from our program and no refund afternoon program runs from 4-5:30pm; our staff Refunds/Withdrawals will be given. will pick up students from their afternoon classes and You can withdraw up to four days before the start- Special Circumstances bring them to Extended Day. Sports Extended Day runs from 3–4pm. Morning drop-off and afternoon date of an adult class and seven days before the Contact us to discuss any medical conditions, pick-up will be at our designated Extended Day start-date of a Kids school-year class to receive allergies, learning styles, or other special circum- location. We don’t prorate our fee for Extended Day, a refund minus a $10 processing fee, or a cred- stances that could impact your child’s experience in but you are welcome to send your child for fewer it-on-account minus a $5 fee. The start date is the our program. date printed in our catalog. The $6 registration fee than five days (let us know in advance if you plan to do this). Please no early drop-offs or late pick-ups, as is non-refundable. No other refunds or credits will Additional Info & Policies for Kids School- be given, unless we cancel your class, in which case there is no supervision before 8am or after 5:30pm. year Programs you’ll receive a full refund. To withdraw from a Grades/Ages class, call us during office hours; we do not process Early-Release Days All grades and ages listed are for Fall 2020. withdrawals by email. There are no partial refunds Elementary school classes meet at their regular for student absences, scheduling conflicts, or weath- times on early-release days; check our website for Locations er-related closings. See the next page for our Kids middle school class schedules. To find your class, come to the main entrance of the Summer Refund Policy. school and you’ll have help from there. We’ll have Getting To Class color-coded signs and friendly staff to guide you, Registration Fee Kids at each school typically walk themselves to our and in some cases we may send you specific direc- We charge a $6 registration fee per person classes, but younger kids are sometimes escorted tions by email too. For sports programs at elementa- per session. by their classroom teachers; please check with your ry schools, drop-off and pick-up are at the field. Waitlist Status child’s school and/or teacher. NCE teachers arrive when school ends. At elementary schools, that’s Make A Full Day If the class you want is full, sign up for the waitlist! 12:30 on Tuesdays, and 3:00 on all other days. On Choose the morning and afternoon programs you It’s free, and we often get last-minute changes. You Tuesdays, kids eat lunch between 12:30 and 12:45, want. Sign up for our lunch period too—this both can always turn down a spot if it’s offered to you. and on other days they usually have a snack (you triggers your discount and tells us your child will Weather Cancellations must provide your own lunches and snacks). Kids be with us for Lunch. Our staff will take your child If Newton public schools are closed due to from all schools are welcome at all our classes. from the morning class to Lunch and from Lunch to inclement weather, our classes that run in school Elementary school secretaries are at their desks until the afternoon class. Kids must bring their own food buildings are cancelled. Decisions about off-site 3:30 each day and can buzz in kids arriving for NCE for lunch. There is no need to sign up for Lunch classes are made individually; check the class listing classes from other schools. if your child is enrolled in a class that runs from 9-3pm or later, as they will eat together as a class. online. Classes cancelled due to weather are typi- Locations cally made up at the end of the term; there are no Lunch is not offered for kids who are enrolled in a We post room locations to our website as soon as we refunds for weather-related closings. single half-day program. have that information.

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Medical Care Registration Deadline NCE Kids staff will make every effort to Registration closes the Thursday before Newton Public Schools Newton Community Education Staff contact you in the event of an emergen- the following week’s programs. For class- Superintendent Interim Director Global Travel cy requiring medical attention for your es the week of July 6, registration will Dr. David Fleishman Mark Aronson Samantha Mandel child. If you can not be reached, close on Wednesday, July 1. School Committee 617-559-6992 617-559-6400 Program Director, Evening Coordinators we will transport your child to the near- Snacks & Lunch Mayor Ruthanne Fuller, est hospital by emergency vehicle and Ex-officio Kids Elyssa Klein (South) Bring your own snacks for half-day Lisa Rucinski 617-559-6714 will secure the necessary medical treat- Ward 617-559-6995 Kathleen Solage/Anna programs, and lunch as well for 1 Bridget Ray-Canada ment. We have designated staff members Ford (North) full-day ones. 2 Margaret Albright Kids Program Asst. who are trained in the basics of First aid Michelle Najarian 617-559-6999 and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Special Needs 3 Anping Shen 4 Tamika Olszewski 617-559-6421 Student Interns (CPR) and will administer immediate If there’s additional information we 5 Emily Prenner Program Michael Gaffney, Michael Dunayevskiy, first aid to your child when appropriate. should have for your child to be success- 6 Ruth Goldman Coordinators, Adults Zach Mandel, Henry No NCE staff member (excluding at ful in our program, please let us know at 7 Kathy Shields Robin Shaevel Moller, Nick Ora- Camp Innovations) is permitted to ad- least three weeks before the start of your 8 Matthew Miller 617-559-6710 minister medication. class. Email us at staff@newtoncommu- Susan Cassidy tovsky, Anyaa Peters, NCE Commission 617-559-6991 Olivia Schpeiser, Yesha Refunds/Withdrawals nityed.org or call us at 617-559-6999 Thakkar, Ella Thurber, and we will follow up with you. If you Shadi Aryanpour (chair), If you withdraw from a class by May 31, Administrative Asst. Miriam White register less than three weeks before Joyce Leonardo, Marcela Susanne Chan-Wong you can have a refund minus a $25 pro- Catalog your class starts, contact us immediately. Merino Dominguez, Toby 617-559-6993 cessing fee. After May 31, no refunds or Romer, Carol Stapleton Patricia Mason Design credits will be given. A transfer may be Elles Gianocostas Here To Help 617-559-6990 possible, space permitting. There is a $50 Martha Sweet Printing fee for each transfer. Refund and transfer Call us at 617–559–6999 or email us. 617-559-6997 Eagle Printing requests must be made by phone during Marketing/PR Distribution our daytime office hours. Ursula Steele Max’s Trucking 617-559-6713

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Required for Kids’ registration only: School Grade (Fall ‘20) Parents’ or Guardians’ Names For Kids’ registrations, we must have two DIFFERENT phone numbers, in case of an emergency. Don’t have a landline? List the number of a family member or friend.

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Donation to Scholarship Fund 1. Pay by Charge: at newtoncommunityed.org, by phone (617) 559-6999, or by mail. Registration Fee (once per person, per term) $6.00 Charge: MasterCard Visa Discover American Express Total Card # Expiration Date Security Code

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2. Pay by Check: Please make your check payable to Newton Community Education and mail with this registration form to NCE, 457 Walnut Street, Newtonville, MA 02460 Newton Public Schools Non-Profit Org. Newton Community Education US Postage 457 Walnut Street PAID Newton, MA 02460 Permit No. 54826 Boston, MA

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