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ADULT CONTINUING EDUCATION | YOUTH & CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS 201.327.2025 | RamseyCommunitySchool.com PLAY RAMSEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL TRIPS & OUTINGS...... 3 (OFFICE LOCATED IN DATER SCHOOL) THEATER & SHOWS...... 5 35 SCHOOL STREET, RAMSEY, NJ 07446 TOURS...... 7 EXERCISE...... 9 OFFICE HOURS: MON-FRI 9:30AM-4:00PM SPORTS...... 11 TELEPHONE: 201.327.2025 WWW.RAMSEYCOMMUNITYSCHOOL.COM ARTS LOCATIONS: Ramsey Community School classes take CRAFTS...... 12 place in 5 district schools in Ramsey. Make sure you know CULINARY...... 13 the location of your class. A map with each school location DANCE...... 15 can be found on pg 27. Enjoy your course! LANGUAGE...... 15 NOTE: Some courses are offered in cooperation with PERFORMING...... 16 Midland Park Continuing Education (MPCE). STUDIO...... 17 THINGS TO KNOW EDUCATION > You do not need to be a Ramsey or NJ resident to register. COMPUTER...... 17 > Pre-registration is required for all classes and trips. You must register through the RCS office; instructors cannot SELF take registrations in class. FAMILY ...... 18 HEALTH & WELLNESS...... 18 > Confirmations sent via email only; unless notified- other MIND & BODY...... 19 wise, your registration has been accepted. SPECIAL INTERESTS...... 20 > Include the RCS email address to your address book or account list to avoid spam filter problems with RCS CHILDREN emails. ENRICHMENT ...... 21 > Mark your calendar as to time, date and location of class. Students are responsible for knowing their course schedule and directions to the designated school. GENERAL INFO...... 24 HOW TO REGISTER...... 24 > All courses and trips are subject to cancellation. Students are phoned and emailed; full refunds are issued by FORMS...... 25 whichever method of payment they originally made for INDEX...... 26 the course. Check refunds take 4-6 weeks.
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2 | SPRING 2020 DAY TRIPS | TRIPS + OUTINGS
DAY TRIPS ALL NEW TRIPS!
BARNES FOUNDATION, Philadelphia, PA AMERICAN MUSEUM of NATURAL The Barnes Foundation was established by Albert HISTORY: Lunch at Volare’s Restaurant C. Barnes in 1922 to “promote the advancement The museum, celebrating its 150th year, offers ex- of education and the appreciation of the fine arts cellent hourly tours. Our tickets include the IMAX and horticulture.” The Barnes holds one of the finest show and two blockbusters: Dark Matter, the first collections of post-impressionist and early modern new planetarium show since 2009, celebrates the paintings, with extensive works by Pierre-Auguste unknown. “We’re pulling out all the stops, creating Renoir, Paul Cézanne, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, a visual and intellectual spectacle”, states Neil de- Henri Rousseau, Amedeo Modigliani, Chaim Sou- Grasse Tyson, director of the Hayden Planetarium. tine, and Giorgio de Chirico, as well as American T. rex: The Ultimate Predator special exhibit reveals masters Charles Demuth, William Glackens, Horace the amazing story of the iconic dinosaur through Pippin, and Maurice Prendergast. It also holds a va- stunning life-sized models, fossils, and casts. Lunch riety of African sculpture, American paintings and at Volare’s Restaurant in Rutherford 11AM. Choice decorative arts, antiquities from the Mediterranean of entree: Chicken Marsala, Eggplant Rollatini, Sole region and Asia, and Native American ceramics, Francaise. Please indicate your meal selection upon jewelry, and textiles. Time to explore on your own registration. at nearby Rodin Museum which contains the largest collection of sculptor Auguste Rodin’s works outside Apr 23 Paris, or visit local historic buildings, outdoor art, and Thu 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM MacFarran Field Lot restaurants. Lunch on own. Paul Boddy $106 Mar 7 Sat 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM RHS Main St Lot MUSEUM OF MODERN ART - Lunch at Paul Boddy $85 Volare’s MoMA has reopened after a $450 million redesign, PHILADELPHIA FLOWER SHOW: Riviera featuring 40,000 feet of new galleries and an inno- vative way of showcasing art. The galleries boldly Holiday present artworks from different eras side by side, Find inspiration in the world’s exotic Mediterranean combining contemporary works with masterpieces gardens, with groves of citrus trees that lead to a by Dali, Cezzane, Monet, and Van Gogh. Lunch at sunshine drenched landscape. Breathe in fragrant Volare’s Restaurant in Rutherford 11 AM. Choice of waves of lavender inspired by the terraced gardens entree: Chicken Marsala, Eggplant Rollatini, Sole of Monaco. Drifts of purple spiked salvia, succulents Francaise. Please indicate your meal selection upon and an intoxicating variety of geraniums, roses, registration. rosemary and sage create a stunning mosaic. Ex- plore the extraordinary plant palette of the world’s Apr 23 most captivating coasts. Reading Terminal Market Thu 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM MacFarran Field Lot for lunch on own. Paul Boddy $98 Mar 7 Sat 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM RHS Main St Lot Paul Boddy $89
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STUNNING STATEN ISLAND - Lunch at for sale. After a delicious lunch (on your own) we walk off those calories by taking a self-guided walk Pier 76 on the High Line where we will see breath-taking We’ll take a narrated ride on the Staten Island Ferry views of NYC, sculptures and gardens. A special featuring views of Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty NYC adventure. Please where comfortable walking and even Bayonne. At the Snug Harbor Cultural Cen- shoes as there is a considerable amount of walking. ter, we’ll see the John Noble Maritime Art Collection Trip led by Melinda Scarso. and learn about the nautical history of New York. At Snug Harbor, we’ll also find tranquility on a guided May 19 tour of the New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden. The Tue 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Faith Reformed Church largest such garden in the US was created in 1989 MPCE $95 by a team of 40 Chinese artisans. We’ll have pizza lunch at Pier 76, which stands out in the borough GROUNDS FOR SCULPTURE- HAMILTON where 35% of the population is of Italian origin. TWP, NJ - Lunch at Rats Restaurant May 7 Grounds For Sculpture is a 42-acre sculpture park, Thu 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM MacFarran Field Lot museum, and arboretum which opened to the Paul Boddy $92 public in 1992, has become a premier New Jersey cultural destination. Founded by artist and philan- GREAT FALLS OF THE PASSAIC thropist Seward Johnson II, the venue presents and conserves an exceptional collection of contempo- NATIONAL PARK, PATERSON MUSEUM rary sculpture, and provides rotating exhibitions in Lunch at Brownstone Restaurant six indoor galleries with works by Seward Johnson We’ll see the falls from a new overlook and hear and other artists. Rat’s Restaurant is located on the a ranger tell how Alexander Hamilton founded the grounds, and was conceptually designed by John- first planned industrial city. The falls powered doz- son with an Impressionist Claude Monet styled ens of mills that made Paterson a leader in the In- atmosphere. The scenery surrounding the restau- dustrial Revolution and still provide 25% of the city’s rant features Johnson’s own impressionist-inspired energy. The surprisingly cool Paterson Museum ex- sculptures, including a bridge over a lily pond which hibits revolutionary technologies of the 1800’s when is an homage to Monet’s painting Water Lilies and Paterson was the manufacturing capital of the US. Japanese Bridge (1897-1899). The restaurant is On this guided tour, we’ll learn about the men who named after the character “Ratty” from Kenneth made the first modern submarine, perfected the re- Grahame’s The Wind in the Willows which is one volver, and transformed the silk industry. We’ll eat of Seward Johnson’s favorite books. Please indicate a delicious family style lunch with entrees of Sirloin your meal selection upon registration: Seared Salm- and Chicken at the landmark Brownstone Restau- on or Lancaster Chicken. rant, 11:00 AM. May 21 May 14 Thu 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM MacFarran Field Lot Thu 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM MacFarran Field Lot Paul Boddy $129 Paul Boddy $92 NY YANKEES VS MINNESOTA TWINS - PEDDLER’S VILLAGE STRAWBERRY YANKEE STADIUM SECTION 233A FESTIVAL, Lahaska, PA Watch the World Champion Yankees crush the Come and have fun at the annual Strawberry Festi- Minnesota Twins! 7:05PM game. Seating: Section val located in picturesque Peddlers Village. Browse 233A. among the booths of over 70 exceptional craftspeo- May 27 ple from all over the region. Enjoy a variety of straw- Wed 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM Midland Park HS Lot berry treats including chocolate dipped strawberries, MPCE $85 assorted pastries, strawberry shortcake, strawberry jam, strawberry fritters and much more! Lunch on own. STATUE OF LIBERTY- ELLIS ISLAND May 16 Starting from Liberty State Park, Jersey City, we’ll Sat 8:15 AM - 5:30 PM Midland Park HS Lot take ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Is- MPCE $56 land. Ellis Island - From 1892 to 1954, 12 million immigrants passed through the Main Building, now the museum of immigration. We’ll take a 45 min- THE NEW EMPIRE STATE BUILDING, ute ranger-guided highlights tour. Statue of Liberty EATALY AND A WALK ON THE HIGH LINE - We’ll tour the spectacular new Statue of Liberty Experience the New Empire State Building. After a Museum, featuring an immersive theater, interac- 50 million dollar renovation, we enjoy the restored tive displays, and the original torch. Includes boxed magnificent lobby, the renovated museum with sandwich, chips and drink. amazing exhibits where we will learn about the con- Jun 8 struction and history of this architectural master- Mon 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM MacFarran Field Lot piece. We continue on our tour to the two observa- Paul Boddy $85 tion decks where we experience a 360 view of NYC and beyond with floor to ceiling windows. Then it’s time for lunch in Eataly a vibrant Italian Marketplace which has an outstanding array of cafes, restau- rants, bars and shopping unique kitchen products
4 | SPRING 2020 BROADWAY SHOWS AND TOURS | TRIPS + OUTINGS
THE VESSEL & GULLIVER’S GATE - Lunch THEATRE AND SHOWS at Carmine’s Time Square The Vessel, the centerpiece of Hudson Yards, North America’s largest private development, presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD -Shubert a unique interactive experience. The more athletic Theatre may climb 154 connected flights of stairs. Less am- Published in 1960, Harper Lee’s debut novel To Kill bitious can ride the elevator. A guide will talk about a Mockingbird was an immediate and astonishing Hudson Yards and lead a three block stroll on the success. Now, for the first time ever, Harper Lee’s adjacent High Line. The size of a city block, Gulliver’s open-hearted dissection of justice and tolerance in Gate, on 44th St., is the most technology advanced the American South will be brought vividly to life on & interactive museum that playfully interprets the the Broadway stage. Inspired by Harper Lee’s own world in miniature, inspired by the places we live, childhood in Alabama, the play deals with racial ten- work, play, and dream about. A set of 1,000 trains sions in a small southern town. The character of Atti- connects every detailed wonder of the globe. We’ll cus Finch, based on Lee’s father, is one of literature’s enjoy a Southern Italian family style lunch at Car- symbols of honesty and righteousness. The charac- mine’s Times Square, located next door to Gulliver’s ter of Scout, based on Lee herself, has come to de- Gate. fine youthful innocence—and its unavoidable loss. Jun 15 See Lee’s candid dissection of justice and tolerance Mon 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM MacFarran Field Lot in the American South come to life on the Broadway Paul Boddy $116 stage. Curtain: 7:00 PM. Orchestra seating. Apr 30 CLINTON - A PICTURE PERFECT Thu 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM Midland Park HS Lot NORMAN ROCKWELL TREASURE MPCE $169 Today we visit the Western New Jersey Town of Clin- ton (voted one of the best small towns in America DIANA - Longacre Theatre by Architectural Digest) where we will experience, In the electrifying new musical, thrust into a spot- historic architectural treasures, fine art, great food light brighter than any the world had ever known, and quaint main streets with unique shopping op- Princess Diana, soon finds herself at odds with her portunities. Our first stop will be The Red Mill Mu- husband, an unrelenting news media, and the mon- seum Village, the most photographed building in archy itself. Leading fiercely with her heart, Princess New Jersey and discover Hunterdon County’s 18th Diana stands up for her family, her country and her- and 19th industrial and agricultural past. Then it’s self, while managing to capture the hearts of the off to lunch at the beautiful Clinton Inn established world. She defied expectations, she rocked the roy- in 1743. Here we partake in an elegant dining ex- als and she created a legacy that will endure forever. perience. Menu which includes, salad and 3 main 3:00PM curtain. Rear mezzanine seating. entree choices: 2- 3oz fillet medallions, grilled salm- on or chicken breast all served with vegetables and May 3 either rice or potatoes. Vegetarian option is served Sun 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM RHS Main St Lot on request. We complete our delicious meal with Paul Boddy $148 cheesecake topped with berries and coffee. After lunch we will have our choice of activities: a visit to WEST SIDE STORY - Broadway Theatre an award--winning art gallery and/or a stroll down The legendary musical returns to Broadway in a main street for some unique shopping. Bring your new production from visionary Tony Award-winning camera. There are so many picture-taking moments director Ivo van Hove. West Side Story transposes to be captured! Please wear comfortable walking Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet to the gang-rid- shoes. Indicate your luncheon preference when reg- den streets of 1950s Manhattan, dominated by the istering. Trip led by Melinda Scarso Sharks and the Jets. Two teens from the bitter-en- Jun 18 emy gangs meet and fall in love at a fateful gym Thu 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Faith Reformed Church dance. 3:00PM curtain. Rear orchestra seating. MPCE $99 May 3 Sun 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM RHS Main St Lot THUNDER OVER the BOARDWALK & Paul Boddy $149 TROPICANA CASINO, ATLANTIC CITY, NJ One of the largest air shows in North America (11:30 am - 3:30 pm) features flybys as high as 15,000 feet and as low as 50 feet, that star The Thunderbirds, Blue Angels, and Golden Knights (subject to change). Divide your time between the beach, boardwalk, and casino as you wish. Tropicana Casino package is at least $10 in slot play. Food on your own. Aug 26 Wed 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM MacFarran Field Lot Tickets sell out fast - call today! Paul Boddy $71 RCS at 201-327-2025
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Washington, Eliza Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson and VILLA ROMA: TRIBUTE TO DOLLY Hamilton’s lifelong friend/foil Aaron Burr all make PARTON & KENNY ROGERS their mark in this astonishing new musical explora- Enjoy this tribute to the Queen and King of modern tion of a political mastermind. 7:00 PM curtain. Rear Country Music-Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers, as orchestra seating. Becca Bongiomo and Tim Sells delight you in their realistic looks and sounds that have them delighting May 19 audiences all over the U.S. Take a ride to the beau- Tue 3:45 PM - 11:00 PM Tisdale School Lot tiful Villa Roma Resort, located in the heart of the Paul Boddy $298 Catskills and have a day of fun. It’s a show you are going to remember! Enjoy a delicious lunch before SIX - Brook Atkinson Theatre the show. Please indicate your meal selection upon The wives of Henry VIII take the mic to reclaim their registration: Roast Loin of Pork , Chicken Parmigiana identities—remixing 500 years of historical heart- over Linguini or Flounder Francese. break into an exuberant celebration of 21st century May 4 girl power. The female cast, are backed by an all-fe- Mon 8:45 AM - 5:00 PM Faith Refromed Church male band, the “Ladies in Waiting.” The show’s stu- MPCE $99 dio album is the second highest streaming cast re- cording in the world. 7:30PM curtain. Rear orchestra seating. AIN’T TOO PROUD - Imperial Theatre Ain’t Too Proud is the electrifying new musical that May 19 follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from Tue 3:45 PM - 11:00 PM Tisdale School Lot the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Paul Boddy $159 With their signature dance moves and unmistakable harmonies, they rose to the top of the charts cre- HADESTOWN - Walter Kerr Theatre ating an amazing 42 Top Ten Hits with 14 reaching Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change number one. The rest is history - how they met, the your fate. This acclaimed new musical by celebrat- groundbreaking heights they hit and how personal ed singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative and political conflicts threatened to tear the group director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The apart. This thrilling story of brotherhood, family, loy- Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today… and alty and betrayal is set to the beat of the group’s always. Hadestown intertwines two mythic tales— treasured hits, including My Girl, Just My Imagi- that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and nation, Get Ready, Papa Was a Rolling Stone, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone—as it so many more. Get ready - ‘cause here they come! invites you on a hell-raising journey to the under- 7:00PM curtain. Rear orchestra seating. world and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and May 12 Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against Tue 3:45 PM - 11:00 PM Tisdale School Lot nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Paul Boddy $169 Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers and singers, Hadestown is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets TINA - Lunt Fontanne Theatre go. 7:00 PM curtain. Rear orchestra seating. From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her transformation into the global Queen of Rock ‘n’ June 9 Roll, Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she re- Tue 3:45 PM - 11:00 PM RHS Main St Lot wrote them. This new stage musical reveals the un- Paul Boddy $198 told story of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of her age, gender and race. One of the world’s MRS. DOUBTFIRE - Stephen Sondheim best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner has won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows have been Theatre Helloooooooo! Mrs. Doubtfire is a musical now, seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than poppets, and she’s here to make everything bet- any other solo performer in music history. Featur- ter! Daniel Hillard, a struggling, out-of-work actor, ing her much loved songs, TINA – The Tina Turner will do anything for his kids. After losing custody Musical is written by Olivier Award-winning play- in a messy divorce, he disguises himself as Scot- wright Katori Hall and directed by the internationally tish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire in a desperate acclaimed Phyllida Lloyd. Presented in association attempt to stay in their lives. As his new persona with Tina Turner. Broadway. 7:00PM curtain. Rear begins to take on a life of her own, Mrs. Doubtfire Orchestra seating. teaches Daniel more than he bargained for about May 12 how to be a father. A hysterical and heartfelt sto- Tue 3:45 PM - 11:00 PM Tisdale School Lot ry about holding onto your loved ones against all Paul Boddy $157 odds, Mrs. Doubtfire is the next big musical comedy for families ---- of all kinds. 7:00 PM curtain. Rear HAMILTON - Richard Rodgers Theatre orchestra seating. Hamilton is the story of the unlikely Founding Father June 9 determined to make his mark on the new nation as Tue 3:45 PM - 11:00 PM RHS Main St Lot hungry and ambitious as he is. From bastard orphan Paul Boddy $149 to Washington’s right-hand man, rebel to war hero, a loving husband caught in the country’s first sex scandal, to the Treasury head who made an untrust- ing world believe in the American economy. George
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OVERNIGHT TRIPS
NASHVILLE SHOW TRIP Legendary entertainment at the Grand Ole Opry, icons of country music’s past and present, and more high- light this Nashville bus tour. Your trip includes: 6 nights lodging (4 nights in the Nashville area); 6 breakfasts, 4 dinners; 2 great shows: 1) The Grand Old Opry, 2) Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater; guided tours of Nash- ville and Belle Meade Plantation; admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame; admission to the Mansion at Fontanel (former home of Barbara Mandrell); a ride on the Delta Flatboats inside the Opryland Hotel and a visit to the Johnny Cash Museum. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration. Tour led by Melinda Scarso. Call the RCS office for a complete itinerary. Apr 26 Faith Reformed Church MPCE Single $1,149 Double $899 Triple $879
CHICAGO Board your ultra-comfortable motorcoach for sizzling Chicago—one of the most vibrant cities in the country! Your trip includes: 6 nights lodging (4 nights in the Chicago area); 6 breakfasts and 4 dinners (2 dinner parties have entertainment); a visit to the Museum of Science and Industry; a visit to the world famous 360 CHI- CAGO (1,000 feet above the city allows for a breathtaking view!), formerly the John Hancock Observatory; a guided tour of Chicago, showing you all the famous city sights; a skyline cruise on Lake Michigan; shop- ping at the famous waterfront Navy Pier and Chicago’s fascinating Money Museum housed at the historic Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago; gaming at a Chicago area casino; and a visit to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland, OH. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration. Tour led by Melinda Scarso. Call the RCS office for a complete itinerary. June 7 Faith Reformed Church MPCE Single $999 Double $779 Triple $759
LANCASTER AMISH COUNTRY & SHOWS Board your comfortable motorcoach and set off for Lancaster, the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Your trip includes: 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners; admission to the QUEEN ESTHER show at the Sight and Sound Millennium Theatre; admission to the Britain’s Best show at the American Music Theatre; admission to the Amish Experience & Jacob’s Choice at the F/X Theatre; and a visit to charming Kitchen Kettle Village. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration. Tour led by Terry Seiders. Call the RCS office for a complete itinerary. Jul 22 Faith Reformed Church MPCE Single $469 Double $399 Triple $379
REGISTER ONLINE: WWW.RAMSEYCOMMUNITYSCHOOL.COM OR CALL: 201.327.2025 | 7 CANADIAN ISLAND OF COUDRES & QUEBEC CITY This Canadian motorcoach tour first takes you to the Charlevoix region of Quebec, where the pristine Island of Coudres is nestled between the St. Lawrence River and the Laurentian Mountains. Your trip includes 5 nights lodging (3 nights on the Island of Coudres); 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 5 dinners; gaming at the Casino De Charlevoix; a guided tour of the beautiful Island of Coudres; a guided tour of Quebec City; a cruise and whale watching on the calm waters of Bay St. Catherine; and a visit to the St. Anne De Beaupre Shrine. Passport I.D. required for this trip. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration. Tour led by Melinda Scarso. Call the RCS office for a complete itinerary. Aug 1 Faith Reformed Church MPCE Single $1,099 Double $859 Triple $839
VERMONT - ALL AMERICAN BEAUTY AND CHARM Board your motorcoach and set out for beautiful Vermont. Your trip includes: 4 nights lodging in Vermont, 8 meals including; 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners, tour of Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks, tour of Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory including free samples, dinner cruise on beautiful Lake Champlain with entertainment, admission to Shelburne Museum, visit to Cold Hollow Cider Mill, tour of Rock of Ages Granite Quarry and visit to Stowe Village. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration. Call the RCS office for a complete itinerary. Tour led by Melinda Scarso. Sep 21 Faith Reformed Church MPCE Single $1,169 Double $829 Triple $809
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS Capture the essence of the beautiful city of San Antonio - the ‘Home of the Alamo’. Your trip includes: round trip airfare to San Antonio and airport transfers; 4 nights lodging; 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners; a guided tour of San Antonio and its many historical sites; a cruise along San Antonio’s famous River Walk District; a visit to the famous ALAMO and IMAX Theatre presentation: ‘ALAMO: The Price of Freedom’; a visit to the Institute of Texan Cultures and San Antonio Missions; a tour of the LBJ Ranch at the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historic Park; and much more. A $200 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration. Prices subject to change based upon airfare, taxes and fees. Tour led by Melinda Scarso. Call the RCS office at (201) 327-2025 for a complete itinerary. Oct 19 Faith Reformed Church MPCE Single $1,299 Double $1,199 Triple $1,179
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WINTER WONDERLAND-5 FITNESS VINYASA YOGA Beginner HIKES Enjoy a slow, flowing yoga class, exploring funda- It’s your choice...snowshoe, hike, or both all while mentals of alignment as we open and stretch the enjoying the beautiful winter landscape. We’ll spend hips and shoulders. Stretch and strengthen the spine most of the time on the go for about 3 to 4 miles in a fun and safe way using breath awareness tech- with possible scenic stops to do planks, pushups niques, known as pranayama. Build strength and and yoga poses to build core, strength and balance flexibility in a fun and safe way, where we gather or to rest and enjoy the view! Appropriate for every- our energy to cultivate healing, strength, and inner one but stamina is a must! Bring to class: water, peace. Start where you are; all levels welcome. poles, and wear sweat- wicking clothing. Bring to class: mat, water. 5 Sessions- Starts Feb 1 No class 2/15 11 Sessions- Starts Feb 10 No class 2/17, 4/6 Sat 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Local Park Trails Mon 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Dater Gym Nina Chazen $99 / $94 SR CIT Lisa Goldstein $110 / $104 SR CIT
GENTLE & RESTORATIVE YOGA GENTLE YIN/YANG YOGA (Sculpt, Tone Restorative yoga is defined as “a form of yoga that and Restore) seeks to achieve physical, mental and emotional In this practice students will use a yin approach (a relaxation with the aid of props. The use of props slow pace with longer holds) to yang yoga postures, makes it easier for you to maintain balance while which build strength, endurance and flexibility. -Ex you are stimulating and relaxing your body.” In this pect to strengthen and tone the whole body, in- class, you will learn and practice poses to stretch cluding core in a thoughtful and accessible manner. and wring out any tensions from the day using Students will leave the class feeling stronger, rested therapeutic techniques and breathing practices de- and more at ease in their bodies. This class is appro- signed to release anxiety and tension and bring in priate for beginners through advanced practitioners, relaxation and comfort. Bring to class: water, mat, who wish to delve deeper into the nuances of the pillow, blanket, or blocks. postures. 11 Sessions- Starts Feb 10 No class 2/17, 4/6 11 Sessions- Starts Feb 11 No Class 4/7 Mon 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Dater Gym Tue 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tisdale Gym Lisa Goldstein $110 / $104 SR CIT Carrie Dye $110 / $104 SR CIT
KICKBOXING A co-ed course taught Tae Bo® style, of cardiovascu- lar martial arts moves. A fun way to improve strength and balance while toning your muscles and burning fat. Great therapy for the mind and body! A no con- tact course. Bring to class: mat, wear athletic shoes. 11 Sessions- Starts Feb 10 No class 2/17, 4/6 Register today! Mon 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tisdale Gym Becky Shields $110 / $104 SR CIT Call 201-327-2025
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PILATES HATHA YOGA Intermediate Join Pilates to find your core which will help support Physically, Yoga can help develop increased flexi- your back. As we age we are slouching and shrink- bility, strength, and better posture. Mentally, Yoga ing. Pilates to the rescue… This work will help you can help bring one to a place of serenity. During this to elongate your muscle, giving you a more leaner, slower paced class, you will be guided through clas- longer look and who knows you just may find you sic poses (asana) and focused breath (pranayama). like it. Keep in mind Pilates works the whole body. You will learn how proper body alignment and the With time and consistency you will get stronger! If use of props can assist as you envolve in your own you don’t try it, you won’t know. See you on the practice of yoga. Bring to class: yoga mat, yoga mat! Bring to class: mat, water. strap, 2 yoga blocks (6w), yoga blanket and a water bottle. 11 Sessions- Starts Feb 11 No Class 4/7 Tue 7:45 PM - 8:45 PM Tisdale Gym 10 Sessions- Starts Feb 26 No class 3/11, 4/8 Margaret Caruvana $110 / $104 SR CIT Wed 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM Hubbard Gym Christina Curry $125 / $118 SR CIT ZUMBA® Zumba is a high energy fitness class that combines resistance training with interval training to tone and sculpt the body, burn fat and maximize the calor- ic burn, along with hip shaking, high energy Latin dance movements. By combining the aerobics from the easy-to-follow dance steps with the low impact exercise you get an all over body workout. Getting in shape and losing weight has never been so much fun! Don’t be shy - it’s a fun way to get in shape. 11 Sessions- Starts Feb 11 No Class 4/7 Tue 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM Hubbard Gym Jenny Kelly $110 / $104 SR CIT LEARN TO HIKE AFTER WORK STRENGTH TRAINING/ If you’ve never hiked before or can’t remember the last time you did, this friendly group is for you! Learn CARDIO skills that will get you up the mountain safely and Whether you’ve spent your day in the office or at efficiently. Enjoy the warmth of early spring while home taking care of your family – this class is for hiking about 3-4 miles to train your heart. Build core you! Build core strength and improve your balance and muscle strength at scenic stops by using elastic by using elastic bands, weights, yoga poses and bands, pushups, and yoga poses, or rest and enjoy push ups. Train your heart with intervals of high/ the view! Appropriate for all levels but must have low step aerobics and jumping jacks. Appropriate stamina to complete the hike! Hiking schedule will for everyone- modifications always offered. Bring to be determined by the instructor. Bring water, bug class: water, 3-8lb weights, mat. repellent, poles, wear sweat-wicking clothing. 11 Sessions- Starts Feb 13 No class 4/9, 4/23 5 Sessions- Starts Mar 14 No class 4/11 Thu 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM Tisdale Gym Sat 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Local Park Trails Nina Chazen $110 / $104 SR CIT Nina Chazen $99 / $94 SR CIT
POUND® SPRING BLOSSOM TRAILS-5 FITNESS The “Rock Out Work Out”! You become the music in this exhilarating full-body workout that combines HIKES cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga Watch the woods come alive with beautiful flow- and pilates-inspired movements. Using Ripstix®, ering bushes and trees while hiking about 6 miles lightly weighted drumsticks, POUND® transforms with short scenic stops to strengthen muscles, drumming into an incredibly effective way to tone build core and improve balance by using push ups, up. Designed for all fitness levels, POUND® is easily planks, and yoga poses or rest and enjoy the view. modifiable and is suitable for men & women of all We will spend the majority of the time hiking to take ages and abilities. Ripstix® provided by instructor. advange of the spectacular beauty. Appropriate for Bring to class: mat, water. all, but must have the stamina to complete the hike! Bring to class: water, bug repellent, poles, wear 8 Sessions- Starts Feb 24 No class 4/6 sweat-wicking clothing. Mon 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM MPCE Denise Swan $98 / $88 SR CIT 5 Sessions- Starts Apr 25 No Class 5/23 Sat 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Local Park Trails Nina Chazen $148 / $141 SR CIT
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MOUNTAIN LAUREL EXPLOSION - 4 VOLLEYBALL Co-ed Intermediate This course is for the intermediate player that has SCENIC FITNESS HIKES some volleyball experience and understanding of Get fit for summer while hiking and strength train- game play. Players must be 18 and older. No be- ing amongst the beautiful blooming mountain laurel ginner or advanced level players should sign-up for landscapes of Harriman State Park! We’ll hike 5-6 this course. RCS reserves the right to change your miles with scenic stops to use elastic bands and yoga placement, based on instructor input, to ensure the poses. Cameras welcome! Bring to class: water, correct playing level for your safety and the safety of bug repellent, sunscreen, poles, wear sweat-wicking others. Please be courteous and arrive on time. clothing. 12 sessions- Starts Feb 11 No class 4/7 4 Sessions- Starts Jun 6 Tue 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Dater Gym Sat 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Local Park Trails Thomas Harper $105 / $99 SR CIT Nina Chazen $119 / $113 SR CIT
VOLLEYBALL Co-ed Advanced This course is for the advanced player that has ex- The Ramsey Community School is not liable tensive volleyball experience and a firm understand- for any injury or property damage or lost ing of game play. You must be able to bump, pass, set and hit, and spike effectively. Players must be 18 items as a result of courses taken. Remember and older. No beginner or intermediate level play- to take your personal belongings at the end ers should sign-up for this course. RCS reserves the of each class. It is recommended that you re- right to change your placement, based on instruc- frain from eating at least two hours prior to tor input, to ensure the correct playing level for your any exercise class. Students are required to safety and the safety of others. Please be courteous be in good health with no acute injuries. Al- and arrive on time. ways consult a physician prior to starting any 12 sessions- Starts Feb 11 No class 4/7 exercise program. Tue 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM Dater Gym Thomas Harper $105 / $99 SR CIT
BOATING SAFETY & CERTIFICATION This boating safety course is designed to appeal to all recreational boaters including those who cannot find time for a full, comprehensive boating safety course. This course is approved by the National As- sociation of Boating Law Administrators and meets all of the requirements for NJ certification for all ves- sel operators. Completion of this course will provide the students with NJ Boating navigation rules, PWC and small boat handling, emergency measure and courtesy. This course satisfies the new mandatory NY Boating Safety Education requirements. Stu- Want to teach a class? dents are required to attend all 8 hours of instruction Visit our website at to obtain certification. Students 13 to 18 years of age must register with an adult for this class. Bring www.RamseyCommunitySchool.com to class: A bagged lunch. and click on the Teaching tab 1 Session- Apr 25 for information. Sat 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Smith Rm 116 Pat Ermilio $85
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SILVER & GOLD JEWELRY MAKING Advanced Beginner For those who have taken the beginner class or equivalent. Improve your skills and learn new ones. The course covers jewelry design, cutting metal, soldering, chasing and repousse, surface textures, finishing, polishing and cabochon stone setting. Pre- requisite: completed Silver and Gold Beginner. 10 Sessions - Starts Feb 24 No class 4/6, 5/4 Mon 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM RHS Rm 207 Ani Barber $130 / $123 SR CIT + $20 CRAFTS BASIC HOME PLUMBING Students in this class learn basic knowledge in home KNITTING
SILVER & GOLD JEWELRY MAKING Advanced For those who have taken the beginner and ad- vanced beginner classes and for the advanced student, design and make your own jewelry with guidance in design, techniques and soldering from the teacher. Prerequisite: completed Silver and Gold Beginner and Advanced Beginner. 10 Sessions - Starts Feb 25 No class 4/7, 5/5 Tue 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM RHS Rm 207 Ani Barber $130 / $123 SR CIT + $20 To ensure your placement in the trips you want, register today! Call 201-327-2025
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THE NEW STUFFED VEGGIES CULINARY The old way of making a stuffed vegetable dish weighed heavy on the starches as a filling, but to- day with our healthier sensibilities we strive for bet- PIZZERIA A CASA! ter balanced meals. With an emphasis on healthy This course will feature favorite Italian specialty grains and flavorful fillings, this class will give you items that all are sure to enjoy! In this 2 night class 4 different ideas of meals using vegetables as ed- you will prepare homemade pizza dough to make ible containers. Tender Stuffed Onions with Italian cheese pizza or get creative using other toppings Sausage, Tomatoes & Cheese, or Shiitake Stuffed such as pepperoni and onion. We will venture on- Butternut with Quinoa Streusel are just two of the wards in preparing calzones with ham and cheese dishes we will prepare. Bring to class: apron, dish as well as stromboli stuffed with salami, pepperoni towel, paring knife, chopping knife and take home and mozzarella. Come join us for a little bit of Ita- containers. ly created in our very own kitchen. Bring to class: apron, dish towels, chopping knife and take home 1 Session - Starts Mar 16 containers. Mon 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 Kim Hendrickson $30 + $20 2 Sessions - Starts Feb 13 Thu 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 Joseph Scillieri $60 + $30 SHEET PAN MEALS - All New Recipes If you want an easy clean up by cooking all ele- ments of a meal in one “pot”, then this is the class AUTHENTIC INDIAN COOKING --- Keto for you! Don’t think these meals lack complex flavor Friendly either. Herbs d’Provence Crusted Trout and Finger- Subba will teach you authentic Indian cooking that lings, Honey Glazed Chicken, or Orange Shallot Pork is made easy and is diet friendly. Her passion is to Chops are just a few of the 8 recipes we will prepare bring simplified Indian recipes to her students that and share in this two night course. This class is just help them reap the benefits of cooking at home a fast & easy way to get a complete and tasty meal without spending a small fortune eating out. Come on the table. Join us to learn a few tips! Bring to and explore the flavors and taste of many spices, class: apron, dish towel, paring knife, chopping knife veggies, rice and grains with her to get the best out and take home containers. of simple cooking. In the first night of this hands-on class you’ll discover how to prepare delicious recipes 2 Sessions - Starts Mar 23 such as Coconut Rice, keto friendly Eggplant and Mon, Tue 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 Tomato Curry, keto friendly Chicken Masala and Al- Kim Hendrickson $60 + $35 mond Milk for dessert. On night two you learn how to make keto friendly Egg Masala, Potato and Chick- PARTY AT MY HOUSE en Fry, Chicken Fried Rice with various veggies com- You will be the hit of the evening as you present your bined and Milk Pudding with Sago for dessert. Bring guests with a lovely elegant dinner. In this one night to class: apron, dish towels, chopping knife and take class you will prepare a pork loin stuffed with fresh home containers. sautéed spinach, red roasted peppers and fresh 2 Sessions - Starts Mar 5 mozzarella. We will then crust the outside with pis- Thu 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM RHS Rm 102 tachio and flavored bread crumbs. Side dishes will Subba Marellapudi $40 + $30 include duchess potatoes, fresh vegetable medley and Caesar salad with homemade Caesar dressing. Our grande finale dessert will be homemade choc- VEGETARIAN POWER BOWLS olate mousse topped with fresh whip cream and Want an easy delicious solution to eating healthy chocolate shavings. Bring to class: apron, dish tow- during the busy work week? Sick and tired of bor- els, oven mitt, chopping knife and take home con- ing salads? Learn to make Veggie Power Bowls - the tainers. hottest trend in healthy eating. Your whole meal is in one bowl: the protein, grains, veggies, superfoods 1 Session - Starts Apr 2 and dressing. All the different flavors and textures Thu 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 all combine to create one delicious and nutritious Joseph Scillieri $30 + $25 meal. Best of all they can be prepped ahead saving you valuable time in the kitchen during the week. CHOCOLATE TASTING With endless combinations, they’re fast, versatile Who doesn’t love chocolate?!? In this one night and customizable to meet your lifestyle. Menu in- of tasting, Kim will explain how chocolate is made, gredients are vegetarian, gluten and dairy free. Join it’s history and health benefits all while offering 15 Natural Foods Chef and Holistic Nutrition & Lifestyle different chocolates, in 3 flights, of a variety of per- Coach, Christine M. Okezie for this fun, inspirational centages and origins. Kim does not promise you will hands on class. You’ll leave with actionable know- change your mind on your favorite chocolate, but how and strategies to create your new healthy kitch- she does guarantee that once she has trained your en. Bring to class: apron, dish towels, cutting knife taste buds you will never taste chocolate the same and take home containers. way again! 1 Session - Starts Mar 10 1 Session - Starts Apr 13 Tue 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 Mon 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 Christine Okezie $45 + $15 Kim Hendrickson $30 + $10
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ARTICHOKES SIMPLIFIED Do artichokes scare you? Don’t know what to do with fresh artichokes or want to maximize the del- icate flavor of frozen ones? Kim walks you through the elements of artichoke prep. This class will pre- pare 4 different delicious dishes using this unique vegetable. If Stuffed Artichokes or Artichoke Tart Ta- tin make you drool, sign up! Bring to class: \apron, dish towel, paring knife, chopping knife and take home containers. 1 Session - Starts Apr 27 Mon 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 Kim Hendrickson $30 + $20 EASY AND DELICIOUS VEGGIE BURGERS A lot of people look down on veggie burgers think- TUILES ing they could never live up to the real thing. That French in origin, this wafer thin and delicate cookie doesn’t have to be true. Veggie burgers have so is often served with tea or acts as a light accompa- much potential. There’s no need to settle for a taste- niment to another dessert. Martha Stewart features less frozen premade patty with a long list of artificial these all the time! Delicious and shapable, come ingredients either when you can sit down to a dec- join Kim to learn the tricks you need to master tui- adent healthy home made version. With so many les. Bring to class: apron, dish towel and take home flavor profiles and a few simple ingredients to play containers. with, you’ll see how easy it is to create a simple, great tasting burger that even the biggest of carni- 1 Session - Starts Apr 28 vores can love. Join Natural Foods Chef and Holistic Tue 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach, Christine M. Okezie for Kim Hendrickson $30 + $15 this upbeat and informative hands on class. Menu ingredients are vegetarian, gluten and dairy free. SPRINGTIME GRILLING Bring to class: apron, dish towels, cutting knife and Keep your home cool while cooking outside. Grill- take home containers. ing is easy, fun and let’s not forget flavorful. On our 1 Session - Starts Apr 14 first night we will prepare beef kabobs with fresh Tue 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 vegetables and our second night will feature grilled Christine Okezie $45 + $15 swordfish. Before we grill our vegetables, we will create a homemade marinade to toss with our col- orful zucchini & peppers, tomatoes and onions . We SHEET PAN SPRING DESSERTS will then grill fresh fruits that are abundant during Your big sheet pan normally used for savory dishes Springtime. Grilled fruits are not only delicious but is an easy way to make a variety of spring desserts also add a beautiful touch to your dish. Bring to that are easy to serve and yield a lot. Four recipes class: apron, dish towels, cutting knife and take will be prepared including Strawberry & Peach Sheet home containers. Pan Pie as well as a Cheese Cake sheet with Pome- granate Compote. Kim will walk you through the tips 2 Sessions - Starts May 14 of adapting your favorite dessert recipe to a sheet Thu 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 pan format. Come hungry! Bring to class: apron, dish Joseph Scillieri $60 + $45 towel, chopping knife and take home containers. 2 Sessions - Starts Apr 20 Mon, Tue 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 Kim Hendrickson $60 + $25
THE SEASON TO SALAD Spring and Summer is the perfect time to keep things cool, light and garden fresh. In this two night class, we will prepare grilled Chicken Caesar Salad, Salmon Nicoise, Steak Salad, and BLT Salad. Using all fresh ingredients, you will create your salad indi- vidually or family style according to your preference. These salads include everything for a one dish meal and require nothing else. It is satisfying and totally refreshing. Come join us, your taste buds will be hap- py you did. Bring to class: apron, dish towels, cutting knife and take home containers. 2 Sessions - Starts Apr 23 Thu 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 102 Joseph Scillieri $60 + $30
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SPANISH I Basic In this beginner class you will be quickly introduced to communicating in Spanish, moving along from greetings and basics to Spanish for use in practical situations, such as dining out, shopping and travel. Technology will be incorporated to enhance learn- ing language and culture, including websites for classroom use as well as at-home references for use in continuing independently at the conclusion of the session. Required text: Kershul’s Spanish in 10 Minutes a Day, (ISBN- 978-1931873307), Bilingual Books, available at Amazon.com 8 Sessions - Starts Feb 18 No class 4/7 DANCE Tue 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM Smith Rm 116 Dianne Bono, PhD $115 / $109 SR CIT
TAP DANCE Beginner to Advanced SPANISH II Intermediate Beginner This course will ease the beginner student of the Hear your feet tapping to the sounds of Broadway, language into a slightly more advanced, conver- Jazz, and the Classics while you learn and review sational style by building off the basics learned in the Shim Sham, Waltz Clog, Shuffle Off to Buffalo, Spanish I. Prerequisite: Spanish I Basic. Required and other classic tap steps. Learn routines to show text: Bregstein’s Easy Spanish Step-by-Step, (ISBN- off to your friends and family. Tap dancing is great 978-0071463386), available at Amazon.com exercise for both the mind and body in addition to 8 Sessions - Starts Feb 18 No class 4/7 being a lot of fun for everyone. Dress comfortably. Tue 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM Smith Rm 116 Wear soft sole shoes or tap shoes. Dianne Bono, PhD $115 / $109 SR CIT 10 Sessions - Starts Feb 24 No class 4/6 Mon 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Hubbard Café Jackie Gersht $95 / $90 SR CIT AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE This course is an introduction to American Sign Language. Throughout this class you will be taught SOCIAL BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE - how to have a conversation in ASL, everyday idi- Intermediate oms, numbers and much more. Come learn how to Let’s soothe our souls and improve our dancing with communicate with our hands through standardized the Intermediate class. We will add some more vari- signs and gestures. Students are introduced to spell- ations in the Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha-Cha and Swing ing, grammar, exchanging personal information, and introduce TANGO and WALTZ. Completion of and talking about friends, family and activities. This the Beginner class is a must. Please sign up with class is designed with little or no knowledge of ASL. a partner as we cannot guarantee a dance partner 7 Sessions - Starts Feb 22 No class 3/7, 4/4, 4/11 (price is per person). Wear to class: soft or suede Sat 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Smith Rm 110 leather soles, or regulation ballroom shoes. No Carl Andreasen $105 /$99 SR CIT sneakers please. 8 Sessions - Starts Mar 2 No class 4/6 ITALIAN I Basic Mon 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Hubbard Gym This course will introduce you to the beginner gram- Matt Hauer $99 /$94 SR CIT matical features of this rich, romantic, and beauti- ful language. Basic vocabulary building, listening SOCIAL BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE - comprehension, pronunciation, and speaking abili- ty will be the focus of this class. At the end of this Beginner course, you will learn the skills necessary for basic Come and experience how dancing can add excite- daily communication and simple interactions while ment, fun, and healthy exercise to your life. Enrich traveling in Italy. Required text: Barron’s Learn Italian your world with the sounds of wonderful music the Fast and Fun Way by Marcel Danesi, (ISBN 978- and make new friends. We will teach two Ballroom 0764102103), available at Amazon.com dances (Foxtrot and Swing) and two Latin dances (Cha Cha and Rumba). Please sign up with a part- 10 Sessions - Starts Feb 24 No class 4/6 ner as we cannot guarantee a dance partner (price Mon 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM Smith Rm 112 is per person). Wear to class: soft or suede leather Giovanni Pilosio $130 / $123 SR CIT soles, or regulation ballroom shoes. No sneakers please. 8 Sessions - Starts Mar 2 No class 4/6 Mon 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM Hubbard Gym Matt Hauer $99 /$94 SR CIT
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ITALIAN II Intermediate GENKI, (ISBN 978-4789014403), available at Ama- zon.com TI PIACE PARLARE ITALIANO? An intermediate class for the student who already has a good grasp 10 Sessions - Starts Feb 27 No class 3/26, 4/9 of the Italian language. Extensive work on gram- Thu 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM RHS Rm 113 mar, vocabulary, pronunciation, verbal fluency and Naoko Battaglia $90 /$85 SR CIT idioms will be the focus of this class. Some history on culture and traditions will be introduced as well. Required text: Italian Made Simple by Cristina Maz- JAPANESE II Intermediate zoni, (ISBN 978-1931873116), Revised and Updated This is an intermediate class for those who have Edition available at Amazon.com taken the Basic Japanese class. Extensive work on vocabulary, grammar, listening comprehension, pro- 10 Sessions - Starts Feb 24 No class 4/6 nunciation and writing hiragana, katakana. You will Mon 7:45 PM - 9:15 PM Smith Rm 112 learn not only conversational skills but also business Giovanni Pilosio $130 / $123 SR CIT conversational skills. Required text: GENKI, (ISBN 978-4789014403), available at Amazon.com FRENCH I Basic 10 Sessions - Starts Feb 27 No class 3/26, 4/9 Parlez-vous Francais? Soon you will be one of those Thu 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM RHS Rm 113 who can answer ‘Oui!’ If you want to converse on a Naoko Battaglia $90 /$85 SR CIT basic level, if you wish to know more about French culture, customs and traditions or if you plan to travel to France for the first time, then this course is for you! Course content includes everyday vocab- PERFORMING ulary, grammar, cultural information and the little tips that make a trip successful. Required text: Easy French Step-by-Step by Myrna Bell Rochester, (ISBN GUITAR I Beginner Adult 978-0071453875) available at Amazon.com Learn to play melodies and scales by ear and by reading music. Develop chordal accompaniment 10 Sessions - Starts Feb 26 No class 3/25, 4/8 in pick and finger style. This course will delve into Wed 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM Smith Rm 116 rhythm and strumming patterns, popular song rep- Henri-Pierre Corbacho $90 / $85 SR CIT ertoire, open position and starting barre chords, and improvisation. Bring to class: electric or acoustic gui- FRENCH II Intermediate tar, a pencil, and notebook. For returning and new students who have a basic 10 Sessions - Starts Mar 2 No class 4/6 knowledge of French. We will learn second and third Mon 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Dater Rm 143 group verbs, irregular verbs, and continue to focus Ethan Fiks $170 / $162 SR CIT + $15 on building vocabulary and strengthening conver- sational skills. French history, culture and traditions will be discussed. Textbook required: Easy French GUITAR II Advanced Beginner Adult Step-by-Step by Myrna Bell Rochester – Class will This course is excellent as a follow up to Guitar for start on Lesson 5. Beginners and is a suitable next step for a guitarist with 4 months experience. This course will delve into 10 Sessions - Starts Feb 26 No class 3/25, 4/8 scales, note reading, strum patterns, popular songs, Wed 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Smith Rm 116 more advanced chords including barre chords, and Henri-Pierre Corbacho $90 / $85 SR CIT improvisation. The material covered is different ev- ery term and adjusts to the levels of the students GERMAN - Basic present, making it an ideal choice for repeat stu- dents. Bring to class: electric or acoustic guitar, a This very important language is used by many en- pencil, and notebook. gineers, researchers, chemists and manufacturers of automobiles. German Language instructions are 10 Sessions - Starts Mar 2 No class 4/6 vital to the global economy and the world. How Mon 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Dater Rm 143 to conduct business and travel in Germany and Ethan Fiks $170 / $162 SR CIT Switzerland are more in demand than ever before. This class addresses everyday phrases, food, trav- el, shopping, pronunciation, basic grammar and ACTING & COMEDY WORKSHOP listening comprehension. Students will be able to This fun-filled course will feature improv games like compose a simple letter/postcard. Required text: those on ‘Who’s Line is it Anyway’ and theater ex- DK Eyewitness Travel Phrase Book German, (ISBN ercises to help even the most reserved person get 978-1-4654-6268-8) available at Amazon.com comfortable in front of the group. This class is a sup- portive, creative environment. Students learn how to 9 Sessions - Starts Feb 26 No class 4/8 ‘think on your feet’ and develop the skills that are Wed 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM MPCE useful not only in business or as a performer, but in Bettina Mason $120 / $108 SR CIT all aspects of life! No experience is necessary, but be warned: you will be laughing! JAPANESE I - Basic 8 Sessions - Starts Mar 3 No class 4/7 This course will introduce you to basic Japanese Tue 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Dater Media Center vocabulary, grammar, listening comprehension, Bernice Wood-Harris $120 / $114 SR CIT pronunciation and survival Japanese. You will learn not only conversational skills but also Japanese cul- ture and great tips for travel to Japan. Required text:
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COMPUTER
ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS This class will focus on the basic concepts and skills involved with Photoshop Elements. Topics include graphic file types, tools, layers, selection, photo editing, photo enhancement and more. The course is perfect for persons who are interested in digital photography or web page design. The software used will be Adobe Photoshop Elements, a home version of the professional version of Photoshop. The bulk of the instruction is transferable to any version of STUDIO Photoshop including the professional versions. The course will focus on tools, layering and selection. Students should possess a good working knowl- OIL PAINTING Beginners to Adv. Beginner edge of Windows and have good mouse skills. This This course is for those with no experience, as well course is not for computer novices. At the end of the as students wishing to improve their skills. Drawing course, students will be able to enhance the quality skills are not required. Students will learn the basics of their photographs and perform photo touch-ups of mixing colors, perspective and brush use. Stu- using a variety of techniques. A $5 material fee is dents will complete 3 to 4 paintings which may in- due to instructor at first class. clude landscape, still life and floral. Those wishing to paint with water-mixable oils to avoid the use of sol- 4 Sessions - Starts Feb 27 vents are also welcomed. Supply list will be emailed Thu 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM MPCE prior to start of class. Bring to class: materials on Don Elliott $125 / $113 SR CIT supply list. All supplies available at Blick on Rte. 4 in Paramus or DickBlick.com, 10% discount with proof INTRO TO IPAD of registration. Come learn about the ipad or iphone, and why it’s 9 Sessions - Starts Feb 12 No class 4/8 such an intuitive device to use. In this class you will Wed 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM RHS Rm 209 learn how to navigate, and update the ipad along Jeannie Antonacchio $113 / $107 SR CIT with how to download an APP and some other great features that will make the ipad or iphone much eas- ier to use. Bring your own device to class. DRAWING Beginner to Intermediate Learn the right approach to drawing. Whether or 1 Session - Starts Mar 2 not you are a beginner, this course will enhance Mon 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM MPCE your drawing skills through personalized instruction. Gregory Fiorentino $35 Form, shading, values, perspective and composition will be covered. Different mediums will be explored. THE WORLD OF WORD Subjects may include still life, flowers, landscape, This course is designed for both beginner and inter- portrait and figures. Supply list will be emailed prior mediate students. We will touch on all the important to start of class. aspects of Word so that you get the most out of this 9 Sessions - Starts Feb 25 No class 4/7 program. You will learn the most efficient ways to Tue 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Smith Rm 152 accomplish tasks and bring yourself up to a more Peggy Dressel $113 / $107 SR CIT + $10 advanced level. You will also learn how to be fast and efficient with time saving features such as short cut keys, autocorrect, auto-text, the quick access WATERCOLOR All Levels toolbar, and so much more. We will also become fa- Beginners along with non beginners are welcome. miliar with a variety of available icons and help you Lessons on color, value and techniques will be determine which ones will best suit your needs. We taught. A demonstration will be given at each class welcome both avid users and non-users who are for both levels. Subject matter changes each ses- ready to learn what Word 2010/2016 is all about. sion, and may include flowers, landscape, portraits, This course will update and enhance your knowl- figures or still life. Supply list will be emailed prior to edge of this multifaceted program to further both start of class. your professional and personal endeavors. Please 9 Sessions - Starts Feb 26 No class 3/25, 4/8 bring to class your list of features & functions that Wed 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Smith Rm 152 you want addressed. For PC users only. Peggy Dressel $113 / $107 SR CIT + $10 3 Sessions - Starts Mar 2 Mon, Wed 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM RHS Rm 218 Sandra Span $99 / $94 SR CIT + $10
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
SECRETS TO ALLEVIATING DIGESTIVE DISORDERS Do you suffer from gas, bloating, indigestion, irri- table bowel, acid reflux, diarrhea, constipation or crohn’s? Find out what’s wrong and how to correct it in this in-depth seminar. Topics covered are natural nutritional approaches, what foods to eat and what to avoid, what supplements you should be taking (or iPAD ADVANCED not), proper food combinations, the role that stress We can navigate the ipad and download apps and plays, how to detect food allergies & sensitivities now we want to take it a step or two further. In this and much more. Every attendee will receive a 25+ class you will learn how to use gestures, security, page handout full of reference materials to take and some great hidden features to get even more home. out of your iphone or ipad. Bring your own device to 1 Session - Starts Feb 25 class. Tue 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Smith Rm 105 1 Session - Starts Mar 9 Robert Galarowicz, ND $30 + $10 Mon 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM MPCE Gregory Fiorentino $35 HEARTSAVER ADULT & CHILD CPR/AED & INFANT CPR with FIRST AIDE COURSE THE WORLD OF EXCEL® With this combination class, you will be registering This course is designed for both beginner and inter- for both the Heartsaver Adult & Child CPR/AED with mediate students to be able to get the most out of Infant CPR class and the Heartsaver First Aid class an Excel class. In addition to answering students’ at the same time and saving money! See the individ- specific questions, we will touch on all the import- ual class schedules for details. ant aspects of Excel. You will learn the most efficient 2 Sessions - Starts Mar 9 ways to accomplish tasks and bring yourself up to a Mon 6:15 PM - 9:15 PM Dater Café more advanced level. You will also learn how to be Richard Van Der Wall, CTO $140 fast and efficient with various time saving features - there’s more than one way to accomplish things in Excel! This class will update and enhance your HEARTSAVER ADULT and CHILD CPR/ knowledge of this multifaceted program to further AED with INFANT CPR both your professional and personal endeavors. We Heartsaver CPR AED is a video-based, instructor-led welcome both avid users and non-users alike who course that teaches adult and child CPR and AED are ready to learn what Excel is all about or to take use, infant CPR, and how to relieve choking in adults, a deeper dive into the world of Excel! Please bring to children, and infants. This course teaches skills with class your list of features & functions that you want the AHA’s research proven practice while watching addressed. For PC users only. techniques, which allow instructors to observe the 4 Sessions - Starts Mar 16 students, provide feedback, and guide the students’ Mon, Wed 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM RHS Rm 218 learning of skills. This course is for anyone with Sandra Span $135 / $128 SR CIT + $10 limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card in CPR and AED use to meet job, regulatory, or other requirements. FAMILY 1 Session - Starts Mar 9 Mon 6:15 PM - 9:15 PM Dater Café Richard Van Der Wall, CTO $85 LIFE AFTER RETIREMENT Whether retirement is months or years away, you HEARTSAVER FIRST AID COURSE can start to design a life filled with happiness, pur- Heartsaver First Aid teaches critical skills to respond pose and passion. This workshop will help you ex- to and manage an emergency in the first few min- plore who you want to be, gain direction and focus utes until emergency medical services arrives. Learn on the next phase of your life. You will discover what first aid actions for choking, heart attack, and stroke truly brings happiness in our 3rd act, take a self-as- victims as well as skills for handling injury and envi- sessment test to find what brings you purpose and ronmental emergencies including external bleeding, passion, and discuss the transition and what to ex- broken bones, sprains, bites and stings. This class is pect on your journey from work to retirement. for people with limited or no medical training. Upon 1 Session - Starts Mar 31 completion, you’ll receive an American Heart Asso- Tue 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Smith Rm 105 ciation Heartsaver First Aid certification card valid Diane Lang $40 for 2 years. 1 Session - Starts Mar 16 Mon 6:15 PM - 9:15 PM Dater Café Richard Van Der Wall, CTO $85
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NUTRITION 101 MIND BODY Are you confused by all the nutrition information that seems to contradict itself every day? Nutrition 101 is a course that will teach you the fundamentals HYPNOSIS FOR WEIGHT LOSS of health and wellness so you can navigate through Lose weight easily, safely, and permanently. In the fad diets, fancy exercise plans and snake oil these two evenings you will learn how to eliminate salespeople. Dan Mezzina is a NESTA certified your desire to overeat and feel full sooner, naturally, Fitness Nutrition Coach and Sports Nutrition Spe- through hypnosis. You will learn self-hypnosis tech- cialist with years of experience coaching everyone niques for lifelong results. This is a safe and proven from athletes to the office worker. He will guide you method. It does not involve the use of diets, pills, will through meal planning methods, sleep optimiza- power or calorie counting. We use clinical imagery, tion, how to shop and more!! relaxation therapy and post-hypnotic suggestion to 3 Sessions - Starts Mar 17 support you in a safe and permanent weight loss. Tue 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM MPCE 2 Sessions - Starts Feb 20 Dan Mezzina $75 Thu 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM RHS Rm 101 Lindsey Sass $55
NEW YEAR, NEW YOU!! It’s now 2020! Are you set up to move powerful- ly in your personal and professional goals? Or do you find yourself feeling stuck or drained by ev- eryday life? Lacking the right support and motiva- tion? Wishing on luck and hoping that things can get better in 2020? Feeling like there is better but don’t know how to get there? The New Year brings us the feeling of starting fresh and having motiva- tion to make changes. This class offers practical tips & tools to thrive through transitions and feelings of 10 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW stagnation and make those changes. Discover what ABOUT LYME DISEASE AND IT’S CO- personality traits cause us to feel stuck and stressed out, what we can do to change and how we can be INFECTIONS happy and healthy this year. Have you or someone you know been battling Lyme Disease or a co-infection named Bartonella or Babe- 1 Session - Starts Feb 27 sia? Join us for an educational evening on a compli- Thu 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Smith Rm 105 cated health issue. Topic’s discussed are the hidden Diane Lang $40 symptoms, co-infections as well as important blood work needed. We will also discuss antibiotics, detox- INTRODUCTION TO BUDDHISM ing, and holistic protocols that are available to you Come learn about the life of the Buddha and his from herbs, body workers and essential oils. This main teachings - the four noble truths and the class is from the perspective of two people living eightfold path. See how you can apply these an- with Lyme and multiple co-infections and what we cient practices of Buddhism to help you reduce the have learned along our journey to getting better. The suffering, dissatisfaction, and anxieties of daily life. class will end with a question and answer period. This course will show you how you can cultivate a 1 Session - Starts May 13 kind heart and spacious, receptive mind no matter Wed 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Smith Rm 105 what circumstances you find yourself in. Awaken to Chris Abbot $30 + $5 the unshakable peace and joy at the core of your being with this enlightening course. Please note you DO NOT have to be Buddhist, nor want to become a Buddhist to gain insight from this course - all are welcome! Required text: Dancing With Life by Phillip Moffitt (available at Amazon.com) 4 Sessions - Starts Mar 2 Mon 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Smith Rm 140 Mark Van Buren $79 / $74 SR CIT
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REGISTER ONLINE: WWW.RAMSEYCOMMUNITYSCHOOL.COM OR CALL: 201.327.2025 | 19 SELF | FAMILY + HEALTH & WELLNESS
DEVELOP YOUR INTUITION & CLAIRVOYANT ABILITIES Experience a powerful journey on advanced chakras while opening your intuitive abilities to discern life choices. Lindsey will assist you with her clairvoyant intuition as she guides you toward opening your abilities. Decipher between fear based thought form and higher knowing. The term clairvoyance (from French clair meaning clear and voyance meaning vision) is used to refer to the ability to gain infor- mation about an object, person, location or physical event through means other than the known human senses. Become clearer about your life path, love life, health issues & learning to trust yourself. ANGEL MEDITATION 3 Sessions- Starts May 7 Connect and feel the divine love and compassion of Thu 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM RHS Rm 101 your guardian angels through contemplation, writ- Lindsey Sass $85 / $80 SR CIT ing, and meditation. Experience guided exercises with use of breath, imagery, and mantra (word). Ask questions of your guardian angels. Learn and expe- rience the benefits of regular meditation: it lowers SPECIAL INTEREST anxiety, stress, blood pressure and cortisol levels al- leviating depression. Experience peace by connect- ing with your own inner stillness plus learn to release MAH JONGG relaxant hormones and boost your energy levels. Re- Learn the modern American version of the ancient ceive clairvoyant readings from Lindsey. Chinese game of Mah Jongg. A tile-based game where you play for yourself in groups up to four. The 2 Sessions- Starts Mar 19 No class 3/26 game is similar in concept to gin rummy, but it em- Thu 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM RHS Rm 101 ploys more strategy and skill rather than luck. Mah Lindsey Sass $55 Jongg is not as difficult to learn as bridge. Betting will not be discussed. PAST LIFE REGRESSION 9 Sessions- Starts Feb 24 No class 4/6 Experience a journey back to a previous lifetime! Mon 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM RHS Tchrs Café In this workshop you will be guided on a journey, Arlene Castleman $80 / $75 SR CIT + $3 back to find and free yourself from old patterns and remnants of the past that may be hindering you to- day. We will explore the use of regression, intuition, DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY with PHOTO dreams, meditation and free-association for past TRIPS life recall. Core issue blocks, fears in relationships, Designed for digital photographers, this course will health, prosperity and spirituality can be trans- help you take better photographs. You’ll learn about formed through past life regression. You will experi- exposure and lighting and the basic technology that ence an actual group past life regression. all cameras use. You’ll also explore strategies for 2 Sessions- Starts Apr 16 taking excellent photos in all types of situations, in- Thu 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM RHS Rm 101 cluding portrait and landscape, garden and urban Lindsey Sass $55 architecture to enhance your abilities and horizons. The course consists of five Wednesday classroom sessions at RHS and four off-site Sunday location JESUS & BUDDHA: A Side by Side photo shoots. A schedule of location shoots will be Comparison discussed in class. Entrance fee at photo trip loca- In this course, Mark Van Buren will compare two of tions may apply. NOTE: In the event of question- the greatest religious teachers humankind has ever able weather, the instructor will contact students seen: Jesus and Buddha. He will show the similari- the night before the photo trip. Bring to each class: ties of their lives and spiritual journeys, along with camera, charged battery, manual, pictures on flash the nearly identical sayings & teachings. Although drive 8gb. Five Wednesday classes at RHS room they were born from different cultures in different 107, 7PM-9PM & four Sundays, 8AM-10AM, loca- times, the revelations they experienced and the wis- tions to be announced. Schedule given out in class. dom shared are timeless and shockingly in line with each other. You don’t want to miss this thought-pro- 9 Sessions- Starts Apr 1 No class 4/8, 4/12 voking course! Wed 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM RHS Rm 107 1 Session- Starts Apr 20 Sun 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (field) Mon 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Smith Library Greg Georgi $135 / $128 SR CIT Mark Van Buren $30
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YOUTH & CHILDREN
COLOR MY WORLD This class will offer instruction on basic composi- CHECKMATE! Learn to play the most popular game ever invented, tion, transferring sketch designs, and color mixing. the game of strategy and problem solving! Now is Improve your skills while sketching people, plants, your chance to bring your game to the next level. animals, landscapes or even your own unique de- Whether you are a beginner or advanced-beginner, signs. Teacher demonstrations, samples of art and you can learn the strategies that will make you a individual assistance will be provided to encour- better chess player. Best of all, CHESS IS FUN! age and guide every student. A supply list will be Grades 1-3. To register, please call the RCS office at emailed prior to start of first class, approximate cost 201-785-2300 x21701. of materials is $40. Grades 6-8. To register, please call RCS office at 201-785-2300 x21701. 6 Sessions- Starts Mar 31 No class 4/7 Tue 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Tisdale Rm 11 8 Sessions- Starts Mar 5 No class 4/9 International Chess Academy $120 Thu 4:0 PM - 5:30 PM Smith Art Rm Madeline Giotta $86 EXTREME STEAM SOCIAL SKILLS SCHOLARS Students will be presented with real world chal- lenges that they need to design solutions for. In Students will cover topics like how to be a good the Hurricane STEAM Challenge students will be friend, identifying and expressing feelings, man- tasked with creating a tower that can withstand the aging anger, resisting impulses, initiating and sus- extreme forces from the wind/rain of a hurricane. taining conversations, respecting personal space, Other activities include designing a flood barrier to finding opportunities for kindness, cooperation and protect homes in flood zones, building an Eco Bridge teamwork and building self-esteem. Every week a to solve the real world problem of animals cross- new topic is introduced, discussed and practiced us- ing roads and much more. Grades 6-8. To register, ing a dynamic variety of activities, projects, games, please call RCS at 201-785-2300 x21701. and stories to promote and enhance healthy social and emotional learning. Grades 1-2. To register, 6 Sessions- Starts Mar 31 No class 4/7 please call RCS at 201-785-2300 x21701. Tue 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Smith Rm 140 Jennifer Paradiso $100 6 Sessions- Starts Mar 30 No class 4/6, 5/11 Mon 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Hubbard Art Rm Debra Gordon $100 Register today! Call 201-327-2025
REGISTER ONLINE: WWW.RAMSEYCOMMUNITYSCHOOL.COM OR CALL: 201.327.2025 | 21 YOGA for KIDS READY PLAYER ONE...DRAW! Children will be introduced to yoga postures, Who likes video games? Each week, students will breathing tips and relaxation techniques. All move- sketch a new character from Super Mario, Pokemon, ments and postures explored will promote strength Angry Birds, Minecraft and more. Students will use and flexibility. Our mini yogis will gain the tools geometric shapes and guidelines to keep their work needed to calm the mind and promote concentra- in proportion. Before applying ink, they will create tion. Grades 6-8. To register, please call RCS at 201- an environment for their character by adding a fore- 785-2300 x21701. ground, middle ground and background. Grades 4-5. 6 Sessions- Starts Mar 31 No class 4/7 6 Sessions- Starts Apr 14 Tue 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Smith Media Center Tue 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Dater Rm 143 Carrie Dye $75 John Turano $89
KIDS LEARN MAGIC SAFE SITTER ESSENTIALS Students will impress their family and friends as Safe Sitter® is designed to prepare students to be they learn how to become mini magicians. Each safe when they’re home alone, watching young- week they will work on their presentation skills, cre- er siblings or babysitting. The instructor-led class ate magical names for themselves and learn about is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. misdirection, forces, and palming. Everyone goes Students will learn about child care safety, first aid home with a new magic trick each week. Grades and rescue, and will also delve into the business of 1-3. To register, please call RCS at 201-785-2300 babysitting. Please bring a bag lunch and drinks. x21701. Grades 6-8. To register, please call RCS at 201-785- 6 Sessions- Starts Apr 1 No class 4/8 2300 x21701. Wed 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Hubbard Art Rm 1 Session- Starts Apr 18 Maryann Greco $90 1 Session- Starts May 2 Sat 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM Smith Media Center Jacqueline Mann $65 AIRPLANE FLYERS Do you love flying machines – airplanes, gliders, he- licopters and slingshots? Learn important principles SAFE AT HOME of aviation and the science of flight in this unique Safe@Home is a 90-minute program that teaches STEM program all while having lots of fun! All stu- students how to practice safe habits and prevent dents will have the chance to build and fly their very unsafe situations, as well as what to do when faced own high soaring models while learning STEM facts with dangers such as power failures or weather that explain what makes them soar. Airplane Flyers, emergencies. Students are also introduced to the get ready for a steady flight! Grades 1-3. Safe Sitter® First Aid Chart and learn a system to 6 Sessions- Starts Apr 2 No class 4/9 help them assess and respond to injuries and ill- Thu 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Tisdale Rm 11 nesses. Perfect for students who are starting to stay Hobby Quest $125 home on their own. Grades 4-5. To register, please call RCS at 201-785-2300 x21701. 1 Session- Starts Apr 22 WEARABLE FASHIONS 1 Session- Starts May 6 Have you ever wanted to create your own fashion Wed 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Dater Rm 143 designs? Now is your chance! Learn how to use Jacqueline Mann $45 your trend-setting fashion ideas to create one-of- a-kind wearable garments of your very own, and make your design dreams become a reality. Learn GUITAR FOR KIDS all about garment design and creation while cover- Learn to play the guitar! This course is for kids ages ing everything from choosing your design to sketch- 10 - 16 with little or no guitar background, but repeat ing to final fitting. This class is suitable for beginner or advanced beginner students will be accommo- to advanced-level designers. Grades 4-5. To regis- dated as well. Play for enjoyment and all education- ter, please call RCS at 201-785-2300 x21701. al benefits that learning a musical instrument brings. 6 Sessions- Starts Apr 2 No class 4/9 Work on techniques, scales, chords, melodies, chord Thu 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Dater Rm 146 progressions, and rhythmic strums. Start building a Hobby Quest $125 repertoire of familiar songs. Bring to class: electric or acoustic guitar, a pencil and notebook. Children under 16 years of age must be signed in and out TGA Premier Junior Golf of each session by an adult/guardian. Call 201-327- TGA Premier Junior Golf is the only national after 2025 to register and for more information. school junior golf enrichment program. The TGA 10 Sessions- Starts Mar 2 No class 4/6 curriculum utilizes drills and language that make Mon 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Dater Rm 143 it fun for children to learn golf. Students will learn Ethan Fiks $170 + $15 basics and fundamentals that will prepare them to play on the golf course. TGA provides all equip- ment. Grades 4-5. To reigster, please call RCS office at 201-785-2300 x21701. 6 Sessions- Starts Apr 13 Mon 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Dater Field Kevin Rooney $135
22 | SPRING 2020 YOUTH & CHILDREN SUMMER CAMPS
Summer Sensations is a Summer Enrichment Program offered to incoming grades K-5.
Students can attend for 1,2 or all 3 weeks as they learn about science, math, art, acting and so much more...
Taught in a friendly and warm atmosphere by certified teachers!
July 6 -24, 2020 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Registration begins March 12th
*NOTE: Camp is designed for students entering the indicated grade-level in the UPCOMING school year.
201.785.2300 x21701 | www.RamseyCommunitySchool.com REGISTRATION / GENERAL INFORMATION
HOW TO REGISTER You can register one of four convenient ways: internet, mail, phone or in person using the contact information below.
Ramsey Community School 35 School Street (use Shuart Lane side entrance) Ramsey, NJ 07446
201.327.2025 www.ramseycommunityschool.com
RCS Office Hours Mon - Fri 9:30am - 4:00pm
Payments can be made by cash, check (made payable to Ramsey Community School), or credit card (Visa/Mastercard accepted.) Confirmations are given via email only.
GENERAL INFORMATION The Ramsey Community School reserves the right Refund Policy to change class locations, schedules, fees or in- > NO tuition can be refunded for any reason after structors when necessary. RCS is not liable for any the first lesson of a course has started. injury or property damage as a result of courses taken. Students are responsible for knowing their > If Ramsey Community School cancels your class, class/trip schedule, location and directions to loca- you will receive a full refund. tion. Canceled classes will be made up, if possible, > If a student withdraws from a class, three (3) full by adding a session to the end of the term or by business days or more prior to the first lesson, other means agreeable to students and instructor. that tuition fee will be refunded less a $15 with- drawal fee (excludes trips and shows.) School Closings > For excursions, refunds less $15 cancellation fee ONLY IF TICKETS CAN BE RESOLD. No Community School class will meet if the public schools are closed due to holidays, vacations or > Students will be refunded by whatever method bad weather. In most cases, if there is a delayed of payment they originally made (check refunds opening the Community School will be open. Class- take 4 - 6 weeks). es closed due to bad weather will be made up, > Deposits for overnight trips are non-refundable if possible, by adding a session at the end of the and are not covered by trip insurance. term or by other means agreeable to students and teacher. Check the RCS website www.ramseycom- munityschool.com or call the Community School office at 201.327.2025 after 3:00pm for updated Senior Citizen Policy - 60 & UP Some courses list a reduced tuition for students information. age 60 and over. Seniors must submit proof of age Please note schedule is subject to change. prior to registration one time only, in order to be Instructors will notify students at the first class of coded in our database as a Senior Citizen and re- all scheduled meeting dates of the course. ceive the discount on any current or future courses that offer a discount. RCS Spring 2020 Closings (RCS follows the RSD calendar) Instructors wanted Wed Jan 1 New Year’s Day Do you enjoy taking classes? Why not teach one? Mon Jan 20 Martin Luther King At Ramsey Community School we strive to offer Mon Feb 17 President’s Day a diverse, high quality program, accommodating Sat - Sun Apr 4 - Apr 12 Spring Recess the young and mature student. That means we are Mon May 25 Memorial Day always looking for enthusiastic and knowledgeable people to teach at our school. If you have a special Tuition must be paid at the time of registration, talent or an expertise and would like to submit a whether in person, by mail or over the phone using proposal, you may download a proposal form at Visa, MasterCard or check. Make checks payable www.ramseycommunityschool.com. to Ramsey Community School. A returned check results in a handling fee of $25.
24 | SPRING 2020 REGISTRATION / GENERAL INFORMATION 35 School Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446
No refunds on trips. See RCS cancellation policies on page 24
35 School Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446
No refunds on trips. See RCS cancellation policies on page 24
REGISTER ONLINE: WWW.RAMSEYCOMMUNITYSCHOOL.COM OR CALL: 201.327.2025 | 25 INDEX
DAY TRIPS...... 3 Sheet Pan Spring Desserts ...... 14 Barnes Foundation...... 3 The Season To Salad...... 14 Philadelphia Flower Show...... 3 Artichokes Simplified ...... 14 American Museum Of Natural History...... 3 Tuiles...... 14 Museum Of Modern Art ...... 3 Springtime Grilling ...... 14 Stunning Staten Island...... 4 Great Falls Of Passaic National Park, Paterson Museum.....4 DANCE...... 15 Peddler's Village Strawberry Festival, Lahaska, Pa ...... 4 Tap Dance ...... 15 The New Empire State Building, Eately ...... 4 Social Ballroom & Latin Dance...... 15 Grounds For Sculpture- Hamilton Twp, NJ...... 4 NY Yankees Vs Minnesota Twins -...... 4 LANGUAGE...... 15 Statue Of Liberty- Ellis Island ...... 4 Spanish ...... 15 The Vessel & Gulliver's Gate...... 5 American Sign Language...... 15 Clinton - A Picture Perfect Norman Rockwell Treasure ..5 Italian ...... 15 Thunder Over The Boardwalk & Tropicana Casino...... 5 French ...... 16 German...... 16 THEATRE AND SHOWS...... 5 Japanese ...... 16 To Kill A Mockingbird -...... 5 Diana - Longacre Theatre ...... 5 PERFORMING...... 16 West Side Story - Broadway Theatre ...... 5 Guitar ...... 16 Villa Roma: Tribute To Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers...... 6 Acting & Comedy Workshop...... 16 Ain't Too Proud - Imperial Theatre ...... 6 Tina - Lunt Fontanne Theatre ...... 6 STUDIO...... 17 Hamilton - Richard Rodgers Theatre ...... 6 Oil Painting...... 17 Six - Brook Atkinson Theatre ...... 6 Drawing ...... 17 Hadestown - Walter Kerr Theatre ...... 6 Watercolor...... 17 Mrs. Doubtfire - Stephen Sondheim Theatre...... 6 COMPUTER...... 17 OVERNIGHT TRIPS...... 7 Adobe® Photoshop Elements® ...... 17 Nashville Show Trip ...... 7 Intro To Ipad® ...... 17 Chicago ...... 7 The World Of Word®...... 17 Lancaster Amish Country & Shows ...... 7 Ipad® Advanced...... 18 Canadian Island Of Coudres & Quebec City...... 8 The World Of Excel®...... 18 Vermont ...... 8 San Antonio, Texas ...... 8 FAMILY...... 18 Life After Retirement...... 18 EXERCISE ...... 9 Winter Wonderland-5 Fitness Hikes ...... 9 HEALTH & WELLNESS...... 18 Gentle & Restorative Yoga...... 9 Secrets To Alleviating Digestive Disorders ...... 18 Kickboxing ...... 9 Heartsaver Adult & Child ...... 18 Vinyasa Yoga Beginner ...... 9 Nutrition 101...... 19 Gentle Yin/Yang Yoga ...... 9 10 Things You Need To Know About Lyme Disease..... 19 Pilates ...... 10 Zumba®...... 10 MIND BODY...... 19 After Work Strength Training/Cardio ...... 10 Hypnosis For Weight Loss ...... 19 Pound® ...... 10 New Year, New You!! ...... 19 Hatha Yoga Intermediate ...... 10 Introduction To Buddhism ...... 19 Learn To Hike ...... 10 Angel Meditation ...... 20 Spring Blossom Trails ...... 10 Past Life Regression ...... 20 Mountain Laurel Explosion ...... 11 Jesus & Buddha: A Side By Side Comparison ...... 20 Develop Your Intuition & Clairvoyant Abilities ...... 20 SPORTS...... 11 Volleyball...... 11 SPECIAL INTEREST...... 20 Boating Safety & Certification...... 11 Mah Jongg...... 20 Digital Photography With Photo Trips ...... 20 CRAFTS...... 12 Knitting ...... 12 YOUTH & CHILDREN...... 21 Upholstery ...... 12 Color My World...... 21 Silver & Gold Jewelry Making...... 12 Social Skills Scholars ...... 21 Basic Home Plumbing...... 12 Checkmate! ...... 21 Basic Home Electricity...... 12 Extreme Steam ...... 21 Yoga For Kids ...... 22 CULINARY...... 13 Kids Learn Magic ...... 22 Pizzeria A Casa!...... 13 Airplane Flyers ...... 22 Authentic Indian Cooking...... 13 Wearable Fashions ...... 22 Vegetarian Power Bowls ...... 13 TGA Premier Junior Golf ...... 22 The New Stuffed Veggies ...... 13 Ready Player One...Draw! ...... 22 Sheet Pan Meals ...... 13 Safe Sitter Essentials ...... 22 Party At My House...... 13 Safe at Home...... 22 Chocolate Tasting...... 13 Guitar for Kids...... 22 Easy And Delicious Veggie Burgers ...... 14
26 | SPRING 2020 MAP AND SCHOOL LOCATIONS
Dater School Faith Reformed Church 35 School Street, Ramsey 95 Prospect Street, Midland Park, NJ (off North Central Ave.) McFarran Field Hubbard School 101 Williams Dr., Ramsey NJ (Rt.17N, take Williams 10 Hubbard Lane, Ramsey Dr. exit, follow road uphill, field on left.) (off Wyckoff Ave., Rear entrance is off W. Oak on Midland Park Continuing Education Hubbard School Lane) Midland Park High School, 250 Prospect Street, Ramsey High School Midland Park, NJ 256 East Main Street, Ramsey (Room assignments will be posted the first night of the class. Please register through Ramsey Smith School Community School.) 73 Monroe Street, Ramsey (North Central Ave. to Morse St., left on Elbert into Smith Lot) GPS use 2 Monroe St., Ramsey Tisdale School 200 Island Ave., Ramsey (Franklin Turnpike to Madison Ave., right on Island Ave.)
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REGISTER ONLINE: WWW.RAMSEYCOMMUNITYSCHOOL.COM OR CALL: 201.327.2025 | 27 Registration begins MONDAY, JANUARY 6TH Check out our new offerings for SPRING 2020! NEW CLASSES: + Basic Home Plumbing RAMSEY BOARD OF EDUCATION + Pilates, Zumba and Pound are here! + 10 Things you Need to Know About Lyme’s Disease 35 School Street Ramsey, NJ 07446 NEW CULINARY CLASSES: Pizzeria A Casa!, Tuiles, Artichokes Simplified Non-Profit Org. 201.327.2025 + & more U.S. Postage www.ramseycommunityschool.com FOR THE THEATRE GOERS: PAID Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm + Hamilton, Mrs. Doubtfire, Tina ...to name a few Mahwah, N.J. Permit #231 ALL NEW DAY TRIPS: + Grounds for Sculpture, The Vessel & Gulliver’s Gate and more! ECRWSS Offering a wide variety of innovative, quality educational and enriching Fun & Educational Classes for Youth and Children programs to a diverse community of life-long learners. POSTAL CUSTOMER LOCAL