ONL INOnlineE A DifferentC TakeL on ImApressionismSSES Online ACT Prep for H. S. Students Online Advanced Writers Workshop Online Approaching Watercolor Online Aromatherapy Winter Essentials Online Body Conditioning for Well-Being Online College Scholarships & Grants Online Current Events: The Month in Review Online Drawing the Face Online Evolution of Some of the Early Twentieth Century Art Movements Online Famous/Notorious Trials Online French Beginner Online French Intermediate Online French Upper Intermediate/Advanced Online Guitar for Beginners Online Healthy Grief Online Hebrew Advanced Online Hebrew Advanced Beginner Online Hebrew Advanced Intermediate Online Hebrew Continuing Beginner Online Illustration and Animation's Golden Age Online Italian Advanced Conversation Online Italian Beginner Online Italian Intermediate Online Jazz Dance Online Jewelry Design Online Jewelry Making with Gemstones. Online Landmark Supreme Court Cases Online Mindful Meditation Online Pandemics in History, from Alexander the Great to COVID-19 Online Piano All Levels Online Psychology of Well-Being Online SAT and PSAT Prep for H. S. Students Online Some History You Ought to Know Online Spanish Intermediate Online Standing Vinyasa Flow Online The Art of Kumihimo Braiding Online Write from the Stillness Within Online Writing Poetry Online Yiddish Advanced Part 1 Online Yiddish Advanced Part 2 Online Yiddish Beginners Part 1 Online Yiddish Beginners Part 2

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Creative Arts and Crafts Painting, Drawing, and Print ...... 9 Pottery and Stone ...... 11 Jewelry and Metal ...... 12 . . . Enrichment and Learning Book Groups and Literature ...... 14. Creative Writing ...... 14. History and Our World ...... 15. Personal Development ...... 18. World Languages ...... 19. Arts and Entertainment Games and Hobbies ...... 23 Music, TV, and Film ...... 23 Performing Arts ...... 25 . Fitness and Movement Dance ...... 27 Exercise ...... 28 . . Mind and Body ...... 31. Middle and High School Students ...... 33 Online Classes ...... 34. Great Neck Social Center ...... 37 Faculty Biographies ...... 43. Great Neck Adult Learning Center ...... 46. Great Neck Parks District ...... 48. Great Neck Library ...... 49

Community Education Registration begins on August 10, 2020. Community Education classes will not be held on the following days: Saturday, September 19, Rosh Hashanah Monday, September 28, Yom Kippur Monday, October 12, Columbus Day Tuesday, November 3, Election Day Wednesday, November 11, Veterans Day Wednesday - Saturday, November 25 - 28, Thanksgiving Recess Saturday - Saturday December 19 - January 2, Holiday Recess Monday, January 18, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Friday, February 12, Lunar New Year Saturday - Saturday, February 13 - 20, Winter Recess

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How to Register someone from the waiting list (Refer to specific trips and special Phone: (516) 441-4949 events for deadline date) . Email: gncontinuinged@greatneck k1. 2 ny. us. Cancellation Policy Cancellation of courses that do not reach minimum enrollment Online: Go to www greatneck. k12. ny. us/c. e and choose the online takes place 8 days prior to start date . Registrants will be notified registration link, or visit by phone when a course is canceled . A complete refund will be https://apm .activecommunities com. /gnpscommunityed . issued . For complete details, please see the inside back cover . Materials Fees Mail: Mail completed form from last page to: Fine Arts and Crafts courses are for all levels, unless noted in the 30 Cumberland Avenue, Great Neck, NY 11020 title . A materials list will be included on the emailed confirmation . Office Hours Bring materials to first session . Monday - Friday: 8:30 a m. . - 4:30 p m. . (September - June) Monday - Friday: 8:30 a m. . - 3:30 p m. . (July and August) Makeup Sessions A makeup class is offered, where possible, in the event of teacher Class Location illness, inclement weather, or other unavoidable circumstance . All classes (unless otherwise noted) are held at 30 Cumberland Avenue, Great Neck, NY 11020 . Trips Our trips leave promptly at the published time . You should be Payment Options seated on the bus 15 minutes prior to departure time . Cash, check, or major credit card accepted . Emergency Closings Enrollment Policy Community Education classes are not held when the Great Registering early helps secure your place in the course and Neck Public Schools are closed for holidays (unless noted), ensures classes will not be canceled due to lack of enrollment . inclement weather, or other emergencies . For weather- Your enrollment confirmation will be emailed to you . Registration related school closings, please check our voice messaging begins Monday, August 10 . service at (516) 441-4949, or log on to our district website at Visitor Passes www greatneck. k12. ny. us. . A visitor pass is available for a first-time class observation for Delayed Openings classes meeting three or more sessions . (Fee varies for Fine Arts If the Great Neck School District is operating on a delayed and Crafts classes) . opening, please check our voice messaging service at Class Withdrawal Policy (516) 441-4949, or login to the Community Education website at: Refund Policy www greatneck. k12. ny. us. /ce • 100% refund will be issued to the same method of payment if a Free Parking class is canceled . Free parking at Cumberland includes two large lots and on- • No refunds or credits for Online Classes . street parking on the north side of Cumberland Avenue and Credit Policy adjacent side streets . The building is wheelchair accessible and • If you withdraw from a class less than 8 business days prior to handicapped parking is available . We are not be responsible for the start of the class date, you will receive a 100% credit on your any valuables left in your car . Community Education account less a $5 processing fee . Gift Certificates • If you withdraw prior to the second class, you will receive a credit Give the gift of knowledge! Next time you’re in search of the to your Community Education account less the cost of a single perfect gift, give a Community Education Gift Certificate . session and a $5 processing fee . Available in any denomination, it can be used toward all offerings at any time . Pick up yours at Cumberland, or call (516) 441-4949 • If you withdraw prior to the third class, a 50% credit will be issued for more information . to your Community Education account, less a $5 processing fee . • No credits or refunds will be issued after the third class . Proficiency Proficiency is required for some courses . A teacher may • Credits are good for one year from issue date . recommend transfer to a lower or higher level . Placement in a Trips and Special Events Withdrawals: course is at the discretion of the instructor, and/or the Director . There is no refund or credit for trips or special events past the cancellation deadline, unless your spot can be replaced with

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Additional Information Liability • Scholarships will be considered for school district residents with Participation in Community Ed activities is at your own risk . If you financial need . Send request, proof of need, and completed are enrolling in physically active courses, check with your physician registration form to Community Education . Requests will be beforehand to make certain these courses are appropriate . For confidential . Community Ed trips, the Great Neck Public School District acts solely as the agent in arranging transportation, meals, hotel • Children may not attend Community Ed classes unless indicated in accommodations, and services, and does not assume liability for the course description . injury, damages, loss, accident, or delay due to any act or default • Disruption of any class, activity, or trip may result in removal . of any company or person engaged in transporting passengers, Please shut off your cell phone during class . If you must take a call, rendering service, or carrying out arrangements for any tour, or by do so outside the classroom . the act or default of any hotel, restaurant, or other venue . • Smoking is prohibited in all school buildings and on all school grounds .

Great Neck Board of Education Barbara Berkowitz, President Donald L . Ashkenase, Trustee Donna Peirez, Trustee Rebecca Sassouni, Trustee Jeffrey Shi, Trustee

Central Office Administration Dr . Teresa Prendergast, Superintendent Dr . Joseph G . Hickey, Assistant Superintendent for Special Education, PPS, & Capital Projects Dr . Stephen C . Lando, Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education Kelly Newman, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education John T . Powell, Assistant Superintendent for Business

Community Education Staff Samantha Tarantola, Director of Community Education

Office Staff Irene Choy • Leslie Roth

Community Education Advisory Board Stacee Bernstein, Chairperson Joan Esterces, Executive Committee Member Karen Jia, Executive Committee Member Angela Pian, Executive Committee Member Harriet Becker Mindy Ohringer Rofrecine Berkower Phyllis Riskin Susan Danziger Dr . Karen Lynn Siegel Laurie Levine Haliemah Simone Yan Ma Jean Wang Barbara Mironov

Catalog Production Graphic Image Inc . Steven Umansky Graphic Art

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PAINTING, DRAWING, AND PRINT Painting Beginner and Intermediate I Have you always wanted to learn how to paint? This course is Online Drawing the Face designed to help you explore and develop your artistic talent, Drawing the Face: Beginner through Intermediate . In this class working in acrylic paint . You will learn how to draw on the we will concentrate on the structure of the face, the features, canvas, mix and blend colors, and use light and dark colors to neck, and shoulders in different views, how to shade the face create a painting with depth and structure . Students will receive depending on the light source, and how to achieve a likeness . We individual instruction and guidance . will use pencils in different forms, graphite, charcoal, colored Mina Rabbani and pastel pencils . Photos will be provided . Fall Barbara Silbert Eleven Mondays, Sept 14 - Dec 7 (no class Sept 28, Oct 12), Fall 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $315 Resident/$330 Nonresident . Six Fridays, Sept 11 - Oct 23 (no class Sept 18), Winter 10:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m .,100 $ Resident/$115 Nonresident . Eight Mondays . Jan 11 - Mar 15 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15), 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $231 Resident/$246 Nonresident . Easy Watercolor Dynamics Have fun while discovering innovative watercolor techniques . Painting Beginner & Intermediate II Inspire your creativity by handling washes, mixing color, and Learn the fundamentals of painting, which includes everything designing effective compositions and dramatic value changes to from how to lay out a palette to using color, form, shading and produce exciting results . Contemporary materials and techniques composition to create successful artwork . Students will start with will be suggested . Subject matter will include landscape, simple still lifes and progress to complex compositions . We will floral, and still life . Pen and ink techniques will be explored . study essential elements of art including value and how it creates Expand your ability while developing your individual style . depth for objects and how to appropriately use the space around Demonstration and critique included . it (foreground and background) . Work of the famous artists will Diane Lieberman be reviewed . Individual attention and demonstration included . Mina Rabbani Winter Fall Eight Mondays . Jan 11 - Mar 15 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15), Twelve Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), 1:00 p .m . - 3:30 p .m ., $170 Resident/$185 Nonresident . 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $343 Resident/$358 Nonresident . Winter Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class 2/17), 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $259 Resident/$274 Nonresident . Creative Collage Create a fun collage, build something meaningful, or make a Painting Intermediate work of art! The possibilities are endless . The class is a perfect This class provides students with the opportunity to develop place to start for those wanting to express their artistic talent and improve their painting skills . Students will strengthen their without the hassle of learning painting media . Perfect for creative energy and establish their own individual and unique the artistic inclined or those just wanting to have fun making style . Each student will have the option to work on personalized something beautiful . The instructor is a trained fine artist and composition and ideas, including still lifes, landscapes and will guide you taking your collage ideas to a higher level . We’ll portraits . Classes are taught through demonstrations and with have fun working in a warm, supportive environment . individual attention . Join our class to build your own artistic Students can either bring their own collage materials to the first painting style and experience the benefits and satisfaction from class or use materials supplied by the instructor . $10 materials fee the creative process of painting . payable directly to the instructor in the first class . Mina Rabbani Timothy Savage Fall Fall Thirteen Thursdays, Sept 10 - Dec 10 (no class Nov 26), Six Thursdays, Sept 10 - Oct 15, 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $371 Resident/$386 Nonresident . $237 Resident/$252 Nonresident . Winter Winter Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), Six Thursdays, Jan 28 - Mar 11 (no class Feb 18), 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $259 Resident/$274 Nonresident . 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $237 Resident/$252 Nonresident .

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Painting Intermediate and Advanced Drawing from the Model If you already have some painting experience, this class will give Figure drawing is the heartbeat of artwork . In this class, you will you the opportunity to work in the medium of your choice and work from live models, nude and clothed, and develop an eye for to develop a personal style of expression . Subjects include still how to capture what a figure looks like . Study body proportions, life, landscape, the figure, or one of your choosing . Select pastels, lighting and shadows, volume, gestures, and line drawing . Focus acrylic or oil paint, paper or canvas, and explore a variety of sizes . on tones and their relationships to see large tonal masses . Demonstrations, critiques included . Bring your selection of paints, Short and long poses will be provided . Drawings from old to brushes, and canvas or paper to the first session . modern Masters will be discussed . Mina Rabbani Charcoal will be used as our study medium, along with other Fall Thirteen Tuesdays, Sept. 8 to Dec 8 (no class Nov 3), mediums that interest you . 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. $383 Resident/$398 Nonresident. Thirteen Thursdays, Sept 10 - Dec 10 (no class Nov 26), 12:45 p .m . - 3:45 Materials: 18x24 newsprint sketch pad, charcoal sticks, kneaded p .m ., $TBD Resident/$TBD Nonresident . Win t er eraser, compressed charcoal, and other materials of your choice . Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), 12:45 p .m . - 3:45 Mina Rabbani Winter p .m ., $271 Resident/$286 Nonresident Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., $269 Resident/$284 Abstract Painting Nonresident. Abstract painting can help you explore your inner creativity and intuition . Learn how to use your feelings, fantasies and spontaneity to expand your artistic abilities . Connect with the canvas freely and discover what abstract art means to you . You will learn how to transform shapes, landscapes, figures, Printmaking Sampler and beyond . Master how to manipulate details and depth, Printmaking can get new creative juices flowing . Monotype, monoprint, collagraph, carborundum, and drypoint are several creating unusual composition . Focus on tone, texture, contrast or techniques that can be an addition to any artist’s skills . Explore harmony, and surface or depth . We will also focus on dry painting different ways of working with each technique, using oil- and scraping or mixing paint directly on the canvas . based and/or water-based inks and paint . Whether a novice or Explore your creativity and see it manifest on canvas . No drawing experienced artist, bring your enthusiasm and make wonderful or painting experience is necessary . Bring your creativity, acrylic prints in a creative and supportive environment . or water based oil paints, brushes, pallet knives and any non- Stephanie Navon Jacobson traditional tools . Fall Materials: acrylic or water-based oil paints, large brushes, Eleven Fridays, Sept 11 - Dec 11 (no class Sept 18, Oct 9, Nov 27), modeling paste medium, and canvases 9:30 a m. . to 12:30 p m. ,. $363 Resident/$378 Nonresident . Mina Rabbani Winter Fall Seven Fridays, Jan 22 - Mar 19 (no class Feb 12, Feb 19), Thirteen Tuesdays, Sept 8 - Dec 8 (no class Nov 3), 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $237 Resident/$252 Nonresident . 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $371 Resident/$386 Nonresident . Printmaking is Not Just for Printmakers Winter Artists working in other mediums will enjoy exploring the Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), creative potential that printmaking offers . Open new creative 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $259 Resident/$274 Nonresident doors while broadening your skills . Using stencils, chine collé, additive and subtractive painting, and/or multiple plates create dynamic results . All levels welcome . Claire Louise Siegel Fund Stephanie Navon Jacobson Claire Louise Siegel (9/22/48–3/7/11) was a lifelong resident of Great Neck who always loved her art, sculpture, and folk-dance classes . Fall Wishing to give back to the program that enriched her life in so many Eleven Fridays, Sept 11 - Dec 11 (no class Sept 18, Oct 9, Nov 27), ways, a fund was created in her honor, by her family and friends, that will 1:00 p m. . - 4:00 p m. ,. $363 Resident/$378 Nonresident . help endow these classes for years to come .This fund, approved by the Winter Great Neck Board of Education in June 2011, will be disbursed based on Seven Fridays, Jan 22 - Mar 19 (no class Feb 12, Feb 19), need and merit . Additional donations are welcomed and appreciated . 1:00 p m. . - 4:00 p m. ,. $237 Resident/$252 Nonresident .

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POTTERY AND STONE Stone Sculpture All Levels Carve a sculpture in soft, colorful, highly polishable alabaster (stone) . It’s easier than you imagine! Beginners are welcome, and specialized instruction will be provided . Demonstrations will be provided for all levels . Class discussion is encouraged . Safety goggles, closed shoes, and mask required . Also, bring a rubber bath mat and an old towel . Instructor will contact new students with materials information . Suzanne Posner Fall Thirteen Tuesdays, Sept 8 - Dec 8 (no class Nov 3), 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $362 Resident/$377 Nonresident . Winter Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $252 Resident/$267 Nonresident .

Pottery On the Wheel All Levels For those who want to learn to throw on the potter’s wheel . No experience necessary . All levels welcome . Clay (25 lb . bag), glaze, Solarplate, an Eco- Friendly Alternative to and firing, included . Etching Rosalie Dornstein Add this easy, versatile technique to your printmaking Fall vocabulary . Use the sun (or UV lights) and water to create an Thirteen Thursdays, Sept 10 - Dec 10 (no class Nov 26), acid-free etching on a photosensitive, magnetic plate . The image 12:30 p m. . - 3:30 p m. ,. $377 Resident/$392 Nonresident . can be prepared using drawing, photography or collage . Once the plate has been “etched”, the real fun starts because it can be Thirteen Thursdays, Sept 10 - Dec 10 (no class Nov 26), printed in many ways; you can create a series of prints from one 3:30 p m. . - 6:30 p m. ,. $377 Resident/$392 Nonresident . plate! Solarplate can stand on its own as a finished print, or it can be incorporated into other types of prints or other media . It is a simple process that can produce very sophisticated images . Winter This class is appropriate for all levels, no experience, a little Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), experience, or a lot of experience . The plates are available for 12:30 p m. . - 3:30 p m. ,. $274 Resident/$289 Nonresident . purchase from the instructor . Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), Stephanie Navon Jacobson 3:30 p m. . - 6:30 p m. ,. $274 Resident/$289 Nonresident . Winter One Saturday: Mar 13, 9:30 a m. . - 1:00 p m. ,. $45 Resident/$60 Nonresident .

Roz Udow Fellowship: Printmaking and the Fine Arts For 19 amazingly creative years, Roz Udow—friend, neighbor, and artist—produced inspired works of art as a student in our program . Thanks to generous contributions to a fund created in Roz’s honor and memory, we are pleased to continue the Roz Udow Fellowship . It will enable one student to receive a Fellowship each semester, in fine arts or fine crafts, for the duration of the fund . This Fellowship, approved by the Great Neck Board of Education in September 2006, is based on need and merit . Additional donations are welcomed and appreciated .

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Pottery All Levels Jewelry Making Intermediate and Advanced Learn to use clay to explore your creative side . Create pottery Students must have completed at least one semester of you can serve with or display . Join this class for a fun, hands-on Metalsmithing/Jewelry Making, or equivalent experience . experience . Clay (25 lb . bag), glaze, and firing, included . Produce your own designs with individual attention from the Rosalie Dornstein teacher . Learn new techniques and master the old ones including Fall sawing, soldering, polishing, fusing, and stone setting . Learn Twelve Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), how to texture metal, use epoxy resins to add color in your 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $351 Resident/$366 Nonresident . jewelry, create rivets and apply unique patinas . Bring protective eyewear/reading glasses . Twelve Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), 12:30 p m. . - 3:30 p m. ,. $351 Resident/$366 Nonresident . Leslie Hirschhorn Winter Twelve Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), 6:30 p m. . - 9:30 p m. ,. $351 Resident/$366 Nonresident . 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., $266 Resident/$281 Nonresident. Winter Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), 9:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $274 Resident/$289 Nonresident . Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), 12:30 p m. . - 3:30 p m. ,. $274 Resident/$289 Nonresident . Jewelry in Fused Glass Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), Explore the possibilities of glass fusing using dichroic glass, a 6:30 p m. . - 9:30 p m. ,. $274 Resident/$289 Nonresident . marriage of space age technology and ancient art form . Dichroic glass was originally developed by NASA for scientific applications JEWELRY AND METAL and over the years has become a desirable art form . Techniques include cutting, safety, compatibility, and design . Emphasis Jewelry Making All Levels will be on creative expression while using sound methods and Have you admired the handmade jewelry you see in galleries and techniques . Each student will complete the class with a selection at craft shows? Learn how to create your own unique pieces using of jewelry pieces including pendants, earrings, and brooches in a the skills those jewelers used to make the pieces you’ve coveted! variety of styles . Material fee of $35 is payable to the instructor at All levels, from beginner to advanced are welcome . Beginners first class . Depending on output there may be additional costs for will learn to saw, solder, file, polish, and simple stone setting . glass and firing . Bring glass cutter and running pliers to first class Advanced students can learn to master the tricks of the trade or purchase from instructor for $15 . Protective goggles required . and take their work to the next level . Bring protective eyewear or Jane Irvine reading glasses . Fall Leslie Hirschhorn Thirteen Thursdays, Sept 10 - Dec 10 (no class Nov 26), Winter 6:00 p m. . - 8:30 p m. ,. $229 Resident/$244 Nonresident . Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., $266 Resident/$281 Nonresident.

Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), Winter 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., $266 Resident/$281 Nonresident. Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), 6:00 p m. . - 8:30 p m. ,. $159 Resident/$174 Nonresident . 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., $266 Resident/$281 Nonresident. Seven Saturdays, Jan 16 - Mar 13 (no class Feb 13, Feb 20), 10:00 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $123 Resident/$138 Nonresident .

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BOOK GROUPS AND LITERATURE CREATIVE WRITING Online Writing Poetry What makes a poem a poem? This intriguing question is explored in class by reading poems of well-known poets, writing in response to weekly prompts designed to challenge you and introduce new ways to express yourself . Poems, written at home, are critiqued by the class in a supportive atmosphere . All levels of experience are welcome . The mood is light-hearted, the aim to improve, serious . Be prepared to laugh and learn, write with your heart and your head . Bring a poem to first class . Evelyn Kandel Fall Thirteen Thursdays, Sept 10 - Dec 10 (no class Nov 26), 1:00 p .m . - 3:00 p .m ., $211 Resident/$226 Nonresident . Happiness is a Good Book! Winter Come together to discuss contemporary literature – fiction and Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), 1:00 p .m . - non-fiction . We will explore writers’ styles, use of language and 3:30 p .m ., $182 Resident/$197 Nonresident . elements of storytelling . Book selections will span cultures, genres, and time periods. We will read six (6) books Please read The Lost Man by Jane Harper prior to the first class.. Book lists will be distributed in class or on Zoom invite.

Mary Dono Fall Online:Seven Tuesdays: Sept 15, Sept 29, Oct 3, Oct 27, Nov 10, Nov 24, Dec 1, 11:30 a .m . - 1:00 p .m ., $116 Resident/$131 Nonresident . In person:Six Thursdays: Sept 17, Oct 1, Oct 15, Oct Online Advanced Writers Workshop 29, Nov 12, Dec 3, 11:30 a .m . - 1:00 p .m ., $99 Resident/ Join this workshop if you love to write and have the desire to $114 Nonresident . create a more powerful impression and a greater impact on your audience . It is designed for students who are interested in studying writing techniques and finding a consistent practice Winter of editing and revising their creative non-fiction, fictional work Four Tuesdays: Jan 26, Feb 9, Feb 23, Mar 9, 11:30 a m. -. 1:00 p m. ,. or poetry . The hard work of editing has its own reward, as you $66 Resident/$81 Nonresident . discover how each word, phrase or line fits, in concert within your Two Tuesdays: Feb 2, Mar 2, 6:15 p m. . - 7:30 p m. ,. composition . The format will be a standard Professional Writers $28 Resident/$43 Nonresident . Workshop where students will share their work weekly, providing copies to distribute to the class, in order to receive critical Four Thursdays: Jan 28, Feb 11, Feb 25, Mar 11, feedback . Openness and receptivity in an environment based on 11:30 a m. . - 1:00 p m. ,. $66 Resident/$81 Nonresident . acceptance and mutual respect will be the keys to a successful class experience . Exploration of markets and best practices for submitting work to publications will be part of the course . Jeanette Walowitz Fall Eleven Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Oct 14, Nov 11, Nov 25), 12:00 p .m . 2- :00 p .m ., $174 Resident/$189 Nonresident . Winter Eight Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17, Mar 3), 11:00 a m. . - 1:00 p m. ,. $126 Resident/$141 Nonresident .

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Online Write from the Stillness Within Talking Baseball - Old Time History Discover and reconnect with your authentic self . Immerse Since the 19th century, baseball has held a celebrated and yourself in the richness of each passing moment . Write freely important place at the heart of the American spirit . Join us as in whatever medium you choose, or experiment by alternating we discuss the origin of this great American pastime . This course among different forms to express your strongest voice . Read will focus on the game and the iconic events that have changed from student and professional models and put into practice an it over the years . Franchise shifts, old and new ballparks, age-old truth made famous by Oscar Wilde, who said, “Imitation equipment and uniform changes will all be discussed . is the sincerest form of flattery” . Learn relaxation techniques, Ira Dornstein meditative exercises, and respond to multimedia prompts to Fall stimulate the writer within you . Bring pen, paper/journal or Ten Thursdays, Sept 10 - Nov 12, laptop . 11:30 a m. . - 1:30 p m. ,. $143 Resident/$158 Nonresident . Jeanette Walowitz Winter Fall Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), Ten Mondays, Sept 14 - Dec 7 (no class Sept 28, Oct 12, Nov 30), 11:30 a m. . - 1:30 p m. ,. $129 Resident/$144 Nonresident . 12:00 p .m . - 2:00 p .m ., $158 Resident/$173 Nonresident . Winter Online Some History You Ought to Know Eight Mondays . Jan 11 - Mar 15 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15), Do we study history so that we won’t repeat the mistakes of the 12:00 p m. . - 2:30 p m. ,. $158 Resident/$173 Nonresident . past? If we have learned from the past then over the centuries we ought to have accumulated so much knowledge that things like HISTORY AND OUR WORLD war, poverty, injustice and immorality ought not to exist . Some historians claim that history repeats itself, so if we study the past, Talking Baseball we can be sure to know something of the future . Let's get real, As America's pastime, the game of baseball and American society history can not tell the future . History can, on the other hand, have been perpetually intertwined . Like a hanging curve ball, reveal all that is the present . served up to a homerun hitter, talking about baseball ignites the Marc Greenberg imagination of fans and inspires them to bring up memories of Fall the game . Join us as we discuss this great game, and delve into Four Fridays: Sept 11, Oct 9, Nov 6, Dec 4, 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. ,. related topics that spark great conversation and debate . $94 Resident/$109 Nonresident . Ira Dornstein Winter Fall Three Fridays: Jan 15, Feb 5, Mar 12, Twelve Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. ,. $70 Resident/$85 Nonresident . 11:00 a m. . - 1:00 p m. ,. $171 Resident/$186 Nonresident . Winter Online Current Events: The Month in Review Nine Wednesdays: January 13 - March 17 (no class 2/17), Join us for a lively discussion of the headlines that have most 11:00 a m. . - 1:00 p m. ,. $129 Resident/$144 Nonresident . prominently appeared during the previous month . Several topics will be prescribed by the facilitator at the start of each session, including but not limited to human rights, the Constitution, global society, climate, the American nation, governance, etc . Marc Greenberg Fall Four Fridays: Sept 11, Oct 9, Nov 6, Dec 4, 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. ,. $94 Resident/$109 Nonresident . Winter Three Fridays: Jan 15, Feb 5, Mar 12, 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. ,. $70 Resident/$85 Nonresident .

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Online Pandemics in History, from Online Landmark Supreme Court Cases Alexander the Great to COVID-19 The Supreme Court is the highest judiciary court in the United This course will cover the history of pandemics from Alexander States . Cases decided by the Supreme Court on constitutional the Great to Covid 19 . Since this is a history course, no scientific issues—judicial review—often rise to the level of momentous . knowledge about epidemiology is required nor expected . Beyond In this class we will review and discuss some of these cases . The covering the Black Plague, which caused unimaginable death in Supreme Court issues opinions; what is your opinion? medieval Europe, and other pandemics like the 1918-1919 Flu, Marc Greenberg we will discuss the rise of public health services . Finally, we will Fall discuss the literature of pandemics including works by Defoe Four Thursdays, Sept 17, Oct 15, Nov 12, Dec 10, and Camus . The course will utilize the lectures of Professor Frank 1:00 p .m . - 3:00 p .m ., $94 Resident/$109 Nonresident . Snowden of Yale University as source material . Winter Karl Eschelbach Three Thursdays: Jan 14, Feb 4, Mar 4, 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. ,. Fall $70 Resident/$85 Nonresident . Eight Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Oct 28, 1:00 p .m . - 3:00 p .m ., Fall Syllabus: $131 Resident/$146 Nonresident . Sept 17: Vietnam: U S. . v . Berrigan (1968) & My Lai Courts Online Famous/Notorious Trials Martial—Lt . William Calley (1970) & Clay v . U S. . (1971) The public likes to obsess on scandalous people and the legal trials Oct 15: First Amendment—Speech: Tinker v . Des Moines (1969) those people seem to be involved in . However, more often than & Citizens United (1988) & Hustler v . Falwell (1988) not, “real” individuals become the ancillary damage in these cases . Nov 12: Racial: U S. . v . Cruikshank (1876) & Loving v . Virginia (1967) Here we take a vicarious view where folks are at their worst . Dec 10: Civil Liberties: City of Los Angeles v . Patel (2015) & R G. . & Marc Greenberg G R. . Harris Funeral Homes v EEOC & Aimee Stephens (2019) Fall Four Thursdays, Sept 17, Oct 15, Nov 12, Dec 10, Winter Syllabus: 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. ,. $94 Resident/$109 Nonresident . Jan 14: Due process of law: Gideon v . Wainwright (1963) & Miranda v . Arizona (1966) Winter Three Thursdays: Jan 14, Feb 4, Mar 4, 10:00 a m. . to 12:00 p m. ,. Feb 4: Prior restraint: Near v . Minnesota (1931) & Landmark $70 Resident/$85 Nonresident . Communications v . Virginia (1978) Fall Syllabus: Mar 4: Nullification: Cooper v . Aaron (1958) & Ableman v . Booth (1859) Sept 17: The Miscarriages of Justice? Central Park Jogger & Trial of Bernhard Goetz Founding Fathers: The Post-Lincoln Era: Oct 15: Insanity Ezra Pound Trial (1946) & John Hinckley Trial (1982) Reconstruction and President Ulysses Grant Lincoln’s assassination has his Vice President, Andrew Johnson, Nov 12: The Atomic Bomb Case–Ethel & Julius Rosenberg (1951) trying to turn back the clock on emancipation and embracing the Dec 10: So you think you have a dysfunctional family…? The Trial South’s doctrine of ‘The Lost Cause’ . It’s only four years later that of Lizzie Borden (1893) & The Menendez Brothers (1989) Ulysses Grant, the North’s Civil War hero, is elected president and Winter Syllabus: attempts to redeem Lincoln’s legacy . Jan 14: “God Bless the Child–Billie Holiday: The Friedman Child Ken Grossman Molestation Case (1988) & Joel Steinberg Trial (1988-89) Winter Feb 4: Is Justice Served? The Trial of Bernhard Goetz (1986-1987) Four Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Feb 3, 10:00 a m. . - 11:30 a m. ,. & Central Park Jogger Case (1989) $48 Resident/$63 Nonresident . Mar 4: “I used to think it was possible for an artist to alter the inner life of the culture . Now bomb-makers and gunmen have taken that territory ”. Don DeLillo: The Sixteenth Street Baptist Church Bombing (1963) & Oklahoma City Bombing Trial (1997)

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We Like Ike! - The Eisenhower Era Part l Online Evolution of Some of the Early Learn of Eisenhower’s humble beginnings, his slow rise through Twentieth Century Art Movements the military ranks, and the mentors who singled him out for Surrealism is known for its visual artworks and writings and the greatness . We will also learn about the battles of World War juxtaposition of uncommon imagery . But how did this movement ll, including the famous D-Day Landing at Normandy, the final come about? What led up to it? And who were its stars? defeat of Hitler’s war machine, and the reception he receives when he returns home! Art Deco, emphasizing machine-age streamlining and sleek geometry, presented itself in buildings, textiles, decorative Ken Grossman items, and even in diners! Fall Six Mondays, Sept 21 - Nov 9 (no class Sept 28, Oct 12), Piet Mondrian (1872-1944) was an influential non- 10:00 a m. . - 11:30 a m. ,. $71 Resident/$86 Nonresident . . representational painter . His art evolved over his lifetime into his own unique style, which he coined “neo-plasticism ”. Online A Different Take on Impressionism Mary Dono First, we will examine paintings of Claude Monet that are not Fall frequently shown – from his prodigious body of work . Next, we Three Mondays, Nov 2, Nov 16, Nov 30, 7:00 p m. . - 8:30 p m. ,. will explore the paintings of Alfred Sisley, the most consistent $50 Resident/$65 Nonresident of the Impressionists in his commitment to plein air landscape art . Finally, we will tell the story of Suzanne Valadon (model ‘We Like Ike!’ - Part II for Renoir, Toulouse-Lautrec, and others), and her son, Maurice Eisenhower wins the presidency in a landslide in 1952 and Utrillo, born in Montmartre and painter of cityscapes . presides over eight years of peace and prosperity in what Mary Dono becomes known as ‘the hidden hand presidency’ . Fall Let’s explore the reasons why Ike continues to rank among our Three Mondays: Sept . 21, Oct . 5, Oct 19, 7:00 p m. . - 8:30 p m. ,. greatest presidents . . starting with his deft diplomacy abroad in $50 Resident/$65 Nonresident . building alliances and avoiding foolish wars, while keeping the Soviets at bay with his policy of ‘mutually assured destruction’ . Andy Warhol - His Life, His Let’s also take note of his bipartisan agenda at home to put Colleagues, His Proteges an end to McCarthyism, to finally face down segregation in We will explore the very interesting life lived by Andy Warhol . our schools and build an interstate highway system to knit the As we examine his art, we will discover his connection with country together . religion, his interactions with famous people, and the honors he Ken Grossman has received . His studio, The Factory, gathered a wide range of Winter artists, writers, and musicians . A unique man of his time! Six Mondays . Jan 11 - Mar 1 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15), Mary Dono 10:00 a m. . - 11:30 a m. ,. $71 Resident/$86 Nonresident . Winter Two Mondays . Mar 1 and Mar 8, 7:00 p m. . - 8:30 p m. ,. Founding Fathers: Age of Lincoln (1860-1864) $33 Resident/$48 Nonresident . The greatest of American presidents takes us through the agonies of the Civil War . Female Artists who Made History with Learn the entire story . . from Lincoln’s humble beginnings to his their Modern Art rise to power as the first Republican President . Focus will be on these five ladies: Lee Krasner, Elaine de Kooning, Ken Grossman Grace Hartigan, Joan Mitchell, and Helen Frankenthaler . Their Fall courage in entering and conquering the male-dominated world Five Wednesdays, Sept 23 - Oct 21, of twentieth-century abstract painting is remarkable . Each lady 10:00 a m. . - 11:30 a m. ,. $59 Resident/$74 Nonresident . has a story that has given her a place in Art History . Mary Dono Winter Two Mondays . Feb 1 and Feb 8, 7:00 p m. . - 8:30 p m. ,. $33 Resident/$48 Nonresident .

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Presidential Greatness Online Psychology of Well-Being What makes a great president - yesterday, today or tomorrow? This course teaches the fundamentals of positive psychology to We will continue to explore the hallmarks of presidential support you in continued learning and growth so you can unlock greatness in an interactive discussion based on an in depth the potential for more joy and fulfillment in your life . You will analysis of the personal qualities and achievements of many of walk away with tools and strategies to help you live your best our finest . life . You will learn about the Blue Zones and their keys to longer, These findings will then be applied to solving the major issues healthier living, as well as Japanese concepts for enhanced living . of today, issues that will need to be addressed by any president Harriet Cabelly entering the Oval Office if he or she is to achieve greatness in the Fall eyes of history . Three Mondays, Sept 14 - Oct 5 (no class Sept 28), Ken Grossman 11:00 a m. . - 12:15 p m,. $45 Resident/$60 Nonresident . Fall Five Wednesdays, Oct 28 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), Defensive Driving: Insurance/Point Reduction Empire Safety Council’s Accident Prevention Workshop is 10:00 a m. . - 11:30 a m. ,. $59 Resident/$74 Nonresident . approved by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles . This six- Winter hour classroom course addresses accident prevention skills and Five Wednesdays, Feb 10 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), provides updates of new driving laws . 10:00 a m. . - 11:30 a m. ,. $59 Resident/$74 Nonresident . Upon completion, you will be eligible for a three-year 10% discount on your liability, collision and personal injury protection PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT portions of your automobile insurance for the vehicles where you are rated as the primary driver . Four points can also be reduced from your driving record if you have received the violation(s) REAP: Retired Energetic Active People within the prior 18-month period of completing this course . Bring drivers license . The day the course is completed, you will be Institute for Studies given a Receipt of Acknowledgment of Course Attendance . You will receive the official Course Completion Certificate in the mail within 4 to 8 weeks . Please stay tuned for resumed Winter meetings. No Nonresident surcharge . Roger Chizever Fall Two Sessions: Tuesday & Wednesday, Sept 8 & Sept 9, 6:00 p m. . - 9:00 p m. ,. $40 . Two Sessions: Wednesday & Thursday, Oct 14 & Oct 15, 6:00 p m. . - 9:00 p m. ,. $40 . Two Sessions: Monday & Tuesday, Dec 7 & Dec 8, 6:00 p m. . - 9:00 p m. ,. $40 .

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One Saturday: Jan 9, 9:30 a m. . to 4:00 p m. ,. $40 . Two Sessions: Monday & Tuesday, Feb 8 & Feb 9, 6:00 p m. . - 9:00 p m. ,. $40 . Two Sessions: Tuesday & Wednesday, Mar 9, Mar 10, 6:00 p m. . - 9:00 p m. ,. $40 .

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Online Healthy Grief Online French Intermediate This class offers a supportive environment for learning and Building further upon your advanced beginner level, you will exploring the grieving process and life beyond loss . You will learn continue acquiring and practicing your language skills . By the the newest concepts on grief such as the normalization of grief, end of this course, you should be able to understand sentences and how to manage, incorporate and live alongside the life-long on familiar matters, communicate in different situations, and loss and pain of a loved one . describe many topics . Book and workbook, $52; information Harriet Cabelly available in class . Fall Prerequisite: Advanced Beginner level One Monday, Oct . 19 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. ,. Patricia Luque $24 Resident/$39 Nonresident . Fall Twelve Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov WORLD LANGUAGES 25), 9:30 a .m . - 11:30 a .m ., $240 Resident/$255 Nonresident. Conversational Chinese Winter This class equips you with basic Chinese vocabulary and grammar Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), to carry out conversations . Thematic lessons include topics 9:45 a m. . - 11:45 a m. ,. $180 Resident/$195 Nonresident . related to everyday life . such as travel, introductions, directions, and food . Friendly atmosphere, fun curriculum . All levels are Online French Upper Intermediate/Advanced welcome . The first part of the class gives the learner a chance to practice oral skills in French on a variety of informal topics such as French Karen Jia culture, life experiences, politics, or any other topics of interest . Winter Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), The second part will focus on strengthening language skills 5:30 p .m . - 6:30 p .m ., $112 Resident/$127 Nonresident . through more formal instruction using a textbook . Prerequisite: Lower Intermediate level . Patricia Luque Fall Thirteen Tuesdays, Sept 8 - Dec 8 (no class Nov 3), Online French Beginner 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. ,. $260 Resident/$275 Nonresident . Whether for travel, work, or just love of the language, you will Winter learn the basics of conversing and build a strong foundation for future learning . Learn through fun and engaging activities Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16, (no class Feb 16), geared to developing and building confidence in speaking, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., $90 Resident/$105 Nonresident. listening, and reading comprehension . Book and workbook, $52; information available in class . Online Club de Lecture Patricia Luque Fall Join this French language Book club and explore French literature while honing your language skills. You'll read and discuss, en francais, books Thirteen Thursdays, Sept 10 - Dec 10 (no class Nov 26), chosen from a variety of genres: biography, fiction, non-fiction, and 1:15 p .m . 3- :15 p .m ., $260 Resident/$275 Nonresident. more. Intermediate/Advanced level of proficiency required. Winter Nine Thursdays Jan 14 - - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), 1:15 p .m . 3- :15 p .m ., $180 Resident/$195 Nonresident . Patricia Luque

Fall Milton Novak Fellowship in Literature & English Language Arts Milton Novak, a beloved teacher, taught literature courses (Shakespeare Thirteen Tuesdays, Sept 8 - Dec 8 (no class Nov 3), and World Literature) at our program from 1977–2006 . Thanks to generous contributions to a fund created in Milton’s honor and memory, 2:00 p .m . - 4:00 p .m ., we are pleased to continue the Milton Novak Fellowship . It enables one $260 Resident/$275 Nonresident . student to receive a Fellowship each semester, in Literature or English Language Arts, for the duration of the fund . This Fellowship, approved Winter by the Great Neck Board of Education in June 2008, is based on need and Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class No class Feb 16, merit . Additional donations are welcomed and appreciated . 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., $ TBD Resident/$ Nonresident.

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Online Hebrew Continuing Beginner Italian Beginner For beginner-level, continuing students, who have already had This course introduces you to the basic elements of the Italian at least a semester of introductory Hebrew . Continue to acquire language in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere . You will learn skills for comprehension, and build a strong foundation in a how to ask for directions, order in a restaurant, go shopping, and relaxed, friendly, and interesting atmosphere . much more . Ideal for the traveler . No prior knowledge required . Dorit Gryn Workbook, $15, information available in class . Fall Alessandra Levine Thirteen Fridays, Sept 11 - Dec 11 (no class Nov 27), Fall 9:30 a m. . - 10:45 a m. ,. $229 Resident/$244 Nonresident . Twelve Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), Winter 12:00 p m. . - 2:00 p m. ,. $220 Resident/$235 Nonresident . Eight Fridays, Jan 15 - Mar 19 (no class Feb 12, Feb 19), Winter 9:30 a m. . - 10:45 a m. ,. $141 Resident/$156 Nonresident . Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), 12:00 p m. . - 2:00 p m. ,. $165 Resident/$180 Nonresident . Online Hebrew Advanced Beginner Learn to converse in Hebrew, quickly and easily . An experienced Italian Advanced Beginner teacher will guide you joyously . If you have completed one or two semesters of Beginner Italian Dorit Gryn or have some knowledge of the language, this course is for Fall you! Continue expanding your vocabulary and improving your Thirteen Tuesdays, Sept 8 - Dec 8 (no class Nov 3), grammar while interacting with students through role playing 11:15 a .m . -2 1 :30 p .m ., $229 Resident/$244 Nonresident . and fun exercises . The course also covers Italian geography and culture . Workbook, $15, information available in class . Winter Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), Alessandra Levine 11:50 a m. . - 1:05 p m. ,. $159 Resident/$174 Nonresident . Fall Thirteen Thursdays, Sept 10 - Dec 10 (no class Nov 26), Online Hebrew Advanced Intermediate 12:30 p .m . - 2:30 p .m ., $239 Resident/$254 Nonresident . Advanced Intermediate is a continuation of both improving Winter understanding and conversing in the Hebrew language, and Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), revealing its uniqueness . 12:00 p m. . - 2:00 p m. ,. $165 Resident/$180 Nonresident . Dorit Gryn Fall Italian Intermediate Eleven Mondays, Sept 14 - Dec 7 (no class Sept 28, Oct 12), If you have completed the Advanced Beginner course, or if you 9:45 a .m . - 11:00 a .m ., $194 Resident/$209 Nonresident . have a good understanding of the Italian language, come join us! You will improve your vocabulary and grammar skills while Winter having fun and interacting with other students . Learn also about Eight Mondays . Jan 11 - Mar 15 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15), the Italian people, culture and history . 10:00 a m. . - 11:15 a m. ,. $141 Resident/$156 Nonresident . Alessandra Levine Online Hebrew Advanced Fall The Advanced class is for students who are able to converse and Twelve Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), now want to improve their skills to become more fluent in the 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. ,. $220 Resident/$235 Nonresident . language . Winter Dorit Gryn Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), Fall 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. ,. $165 Resident/$180 Nonresident . Thirteen Tuesdays, Sept 8 - Dec 8 (no class Nov 3), 9:45 a .m . - 11:00 a .m ., $229 Resident/$244 Nonresident . Winter Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), 10:30 a m. . - 11:45 a m. ,. $159 Resident/$174 Nonresident .

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Online Italian Advanced Conversation Getting Started in Spanish Continuing This course focuses mainly on conversation as the class is This course is designed for students who have completed beginning conducted entirely in Italian . We will read newspaper articles, Spanish . Textbook, $30, additional information available in class . short stories, and book excerpts from Italian authors in order to Renee Wasserman have a lively discussion . A portion of the class will be dedicated to Winter translation and advanced grammar . Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), Alessandra Levine 1:30 p .m . - 3:30 p .m ., $103 Resident/$118 Nonresident . Fall Thirteen Thursdays, Sept 10 - Dec 10 (no class Nov 26), 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. ,. $239 Resident/$254 Nonresident . Winter Spanish Advanced Conversation Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), This lively course helps students develop vocabulary, reinforce 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. ,. $165 Resident/$180 Nonresident . grammatical structures, and learn and utilize new expressions and colloquialisms . Students will improve their speaking skills Online Spanish Intermediate and become more confident and proficient in Spanish through This class will consist of questions and answers, written discussions and oral presentations . This course will also include exercises from the textbook, and brief grammar lessons. current events, movie and news clips, and role playing exercises . Additional materials will be included. Textbook, $30, additional information available in class . The textbook: Easy Spanish, Step-by-Step, by Barbara Bregstein. Available online at Amazon or Barnes & Noble. Renee Wasserman Winter Ruth Eichacker Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), Fall 1:30 p .m . - 3:30 p .m ., $103 Resident/$118 Nonresident . Eight Thursdays, Sept 10 - Oct 29, 3:30 p m. . - 5:00 p m. ,. $78 Resident/$93 Nonresident .

Spanish Intermediate 3 Specific topics will form the basis for conversation, reading, and Spanish for Dialogue This course is for students who completed beginner courses writing . Additional stories and grammar sheets will enhance or possess basic Spanish language skills . Speaking ability is the chapters in our text, Easy Spanish, Step-By-Step by Barbara developed through an emphasis on vocabulary, higher level Bregstein . The book is available for purchase on-line . grammar, discussions and readings . Students will be able to Ruth Eichacker comfortably express themselves, interact, develop arguments, Winter and convey thoughts on abstract or cultural topics such as Eight Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 11 (no class Feb 18), literature or film . Textbook, $30, information available in class . 3:30 p m. . - 5:00 p m. ,. $78 Resident/$93 Nonresident . Renee Wasserman Winter Getting Started in Spanish Beginner Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), Become acquainted with the sounds of common American 11:00 a .m . - 1:00 p .m ., $103 Resident/$118 Nonresident . Spanish and with the most basic sentence patterns . A communicative approach will be used and conversational Spanish on everyday topics will be included . Learn Spanish while gaining confidence in your linguistic ability . Bring notebook and pencil or pen . Textbook, $30, information available in class . Renee Wasserman Winter Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), 11:00 a .m . - 1:00 p .m ., $103 Resident/$118 Nonresident.

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GAMES AND HOBBIES MUSIC, TV, AND FILM Canasta Beginner Four More for Hitch and Noir Play the card game that has been going strong since the 1940s . This is a follow up to our hugely popular Alfred Hitchcock Learn rules, strategies, and scoring in a relaxed, hands-on and Film Noir introductory seminar . For this class, we will atmosphere . Bring a friend or significant other for twice as much be screening and discussing two films by Alfred Hitchcock and fun . A commitment to complete the course will benefit you and two films in the Film Noir genre . First we start with Hitchcock, your tablemates . and we'll be screening and dissecting his Freudian masterpiece Spellbound (1945) starring Gregory Peck and Ingrid Bergman . Judy Umansky We will follow that up with Hitchcock's last film of importance, Winter Frenzy (1972), arguably Hitchcock’s most disturbing photo-play . Eight Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 9 (no class Feb 16), For our last two sessions, we switch gears and we enter the 4:00 p .m . to 6:00 p .m ., $168 Resident/$183 Nonresident . shadow laden word of Film Noir . We open with Edgar Ulmer's Detour (1945) starring Tom Neal and Ann Savage . If that isn't hair-raising enough, we conclude with Sunset Boulevard (1955) starring William Holden and Gloria Swanson . Mastering Mah Jongg Keith Crocker Now that you've learned the basics, polish your skills in this Fall next level class, with emphasis on defensive strategies and Four Wednesdays, Nov 4 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), the nuances of the game . By the end of this class, you'll be 11:00 a m. . - 1:30 p m. ,. $89 Resident/$104 Nonresident . able to play comfortably when asked to join a game with other Mah Jongg fans .

Judy Umansky Winter

Seven Fridays, Jan 15 - Mar 12 (no class Feb 12, Feb 19), 10:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m ., $131 Resident/$146 Nonresident .

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Classic Comedy Teams of the Movies Music in Media: Visualizing Sound in Film If you have an excellent sense of humor, then this is the course and TV for you! Join us as we investigate comedy from the silent era of Here is a brand new media introspective designed to brighten Charles Chaplin and Buster Keaton to the sound films of The Marx up your Winter days . We will explore the roots of music in film Brothers, Laurel and Hardy, W C. . Fields, Abbott & Costello, and so and TV . We begin with the birth and history of the musical in many more! Each of these comical geniuses reacted to the events motion pictures, from Busby Berkeley to Fred Astaire and Ginger of the times, from the Great Depression through WWII, and Rogers and beyond! Next, we'll look at the rise of Folk Music in brought tremendous relief to the masses . We will screen short the popular music scene, and watch how TV programs tried to comedies made by each selected artist, and critique and compare spotlight songs despite opposition to political protest . From Bob styles and humor used . Come find out the behind-the-scenes Dylan and Pete Seeger to Joan Baez and Joanie Mitchell, you'll stories and bask in the history of some of the greatest comedians see them all . We move on to the growth of Rock and Roll, thanks to grace the silver screen . to the Ed Sullivan show . From Elvis Presley to the Beatles, we'll Keith Crocker watch this genre unfold before your eyes . Finally, we'll watch the Fall popularity of Country music come into its own thanks to shows Four Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Sept 30, 11:00 a m. . - 1:00 p m. ,. such as the Johnny Cash program . $71 Resident/$86 Nonresident . Keith Crocker Winter From Gothic Short Story to Cinematic Reality Four Wednesdays, Jan 20- Feb 10, 11:00 a m. . - 1:00 p m. ,. Here is a killer program for both the enthusiastic reader and the $71 Resident/$86 Nonresident . avid cinema goer! Using two examples of classic, Gothic horror literature, Ambrose Bierces ;An Occurrence At Owl Creek Bridge, The Darker Side of Genius-Hitchcock & Film Noir and Edgar Allan Poe's, The Tell Tale Heart, we explore the power For fans of mystery and the macabre, this course is for you . Find of both mediums, the written word and the cinematic image, out all about Alfred Hitchcock and what made him tick . From and the difficulties encountered in transferring the written word the Man Who Knew Too Much (1935) to Psycho (1960), Alfred to the big screen! I will be utilizing two Academy Award winning Hitchcock kept audiences all over the world on the edge of their short subjects, Robert Enrico's 1961 adaptation of Owl Creek seats . Investigate the psychological motives of the filmmaker Bridge, and Jules Dassin's 1941 adoption of Tell Tale Heart, in many consider to be one of the greatest directors in the world . showing the translation from pen to projection . And, if that isn't enough, we explore the world of the hard-boiled Keith Crocker detective story, best exemplified by the Film Noir movement Winter and captured so beautifully in films such as The Big Heat, Sunset One Wednesday, Jan 13 11:00 a m. . - 1:00 p m. ,. Boulevard, Laura, and so many more! $18 Resident/$33 Nonresident . Keith Crocker Fall Television Comedy of the 1950's Four Wednesdays, Oct 7 - Oct 28 11:00 a m. . - 1:00 p m. ,. If you enjoy classic comedy, come and join us for this single $71 Resident/$86 Nonresident . session class! Here we investigate the dawn of television comedy, starting with the history of Lucile Ball and I Love Lucy , and culminating with Jackie Gleason and The Honeymooners . Both Ball and Gleason hit it big in television after years of toiling in motion pictures . Hear the full history of how both trend setting shows got off the ground, and enjoy as we screen one rare episode of each . You will leave this class with a huge smile on your face, and we all know, laughter is the best medicine . Keith Crocker Winter One Thursday: Jan 14 11:00 a m. . - 1:00 p m. ,. $18 Resident/$33 Nonresident .

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PERFORMING ARTS Online Guitar for Beginners Learn how to hold and tune the guitar properly . Read simple Cumberland Singers guitar lead sheets in addition to playing rudimentary chords and Join the Cumberland Singers and experience the joy of singing . popular songs . Please bring your own guitar . You will sing the gorgeous songs of Rodgers & Hammerstein, Cole Gary Novick Porter, Berlin, Kern, Sondheim, as well as the familiar standards Fall from The American Songbook . Thirteen Thursdays, Sept 10 - Dec 10 (no class Nov 26), Learn breath control and do vocal exercises to develop your voice 9:30 a m. . - 10:30 a m. ,. $258 Resident/$273 Nonresident . and expand your range . To deeply express the emotions of the Winter song, lyrics are discussed . Solo and duet singing are encouraged as Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), you gain confidence and vocal ability . You will be coached by our 9:30 a m. . - 10:30 a m. ,. $179 Resident/$194 Nonresident . excellent voice teacher on how to express and interpret a song . Ethel Siegel Singing for Fun Winter Enjoy singing the music of the Great American Songbook Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), and more, as a group and then as a solo performance . With. 1:15 p .m . to 3:30 p .m ., $216 Resident/$231 Nonresident . professional piano accompaniment, learn how to interpret a song in a unique way that suits your voice . . as well as the vocal techniques that brand you as a real ‘singer’ . Ken Grossman and Steven Belfer Online Piano All Levels Winter Eight Fridays, Jan 15 - Mar 19 (no class Feb 12, Feb 19), Learn how to read and notate music, keep proper time and 9:30 a .m . - 12:30 p .m ., $275 Resident/$290 Nonresident . enjoy playing easy classical and popular songs . More advanced players will be instructed at their level of ability and can pick songs of their choosing to arrange and play . Scales in all keys will be covered, as well as sight-reading for beginners, and chord voicings taught to the more advanced student . You must have Attention Broadway Babies! your own instrument for this Online class. Gary Novick Travel along the Great White Way as we pay tribute Fall to the genius of Kander and Ebb, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Cole Porter; Lerner and Lowe, Harnick Thirteen Fridays, Sept 11 - Dec 11 (no class Nov 27), and Bock; and the incomparable Steven Sondheim. 9:30 a m. . - 11:00 a m. ,. $362 Resident/$377 Nonresident . In this class you will learn about the artists' lives, and Thirteen Fridays, Sept 11 - Dec 11 (no class Nov 27), selections from their most popular shows, as well as 11:00 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $362 Resident/$377 Nonresident . listen to performances from featured guests. Beth Goodrich Winter Fall Eight Fridays, Jan 15 - Mar 19 (no class Feb 12, Feb 19), Twelve Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), 9:30 a m. . - 11:00 a m. ,. $223 Resident/$238 Nonresident . 5:00 p m. . - 7:00 p m. ,. $228 Resident/$243 Nonresident . Eight Fridays, Jan 15 - Mar 19 (no class Feb 12, Feb 19), 11:00 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $223 Resident/$238 Nonresident .

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DANCE Classical/Creative Dance This class is designed for anyone who wants to add movement, Ballet For Adults creativity, health and personal expression into their lives . Class Adult Ballet class will teach or help students relearn classical begins with a supportive and natural warm up that strengthens, ballet concepts and technique . Each student will work according lengthens and enlivens the body - appropriate for all ages and all to their needs, level and capacity . Ballet movement vocabulary levels of ability . We move into series of stationary and traveling and steps, concepts of placement, body positions in space, movements, based on the technique and ideas of Isadora direction, stretch and balance are addressed . Class consists of a Duncan . Structured improvisations are a strong component thorough ballet barre . Center practice, Adagio, combinations, and of each class and authentic Duncan dances are shared as well . across the floor is given according to the level and readiness of Connect with great classical music, classical art and mythological students . Musicality is stressed as well . archetypes through your body . Students leave class feeling energized, de-stressed, and fulfilled . Beth Jucovy Beth Jucovy Winter Winter Eight Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 11 (no class Feb 18, Mar 18), 1:00 p m. . - 2:30 p m. ,. $165 Resident/$180 Nonresident . Eight Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 10 (no class Feb 17, Mar 17), 1:30 p .m . - 2:45 p .m ., $139 Resident/$154 Nonresident .

Online Jazz Dance A fun and exciting class that starts with a solid basic dance Line Dance Improver warm-up, carefully tailored for participants, which include This class is for students who have completed two sessions of movement derived from Jazz, Ballet and Modern dance Line Dance Beginner or equivalent experience . techniques . We build upon these warm-up movements through Lynne Martino dance combinations . Class choreography styles range from Winter Broadway Theater Dance to abstract styles . A variety of music, Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), including Rock, Musical Theater, Jazz and Popular is used . 4:00 p .m . - 5:00 p .m ., $101 Resident/$116 Nonresident . Beth Jucovy Fall Twelve Fridays, Sept 11 - Dec 4 (no class Nov 27), 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p .m ., $168 Resident/$183 Nonresident Winet r Creative Belly Dance Seven Fridays, Jan 15 - Mar 12 (no class Feb 12, Feb 19, Mar 19), Similar to yoga, belly dance is known for its work on muscle 1:15 p m. . - 2:30 p m. ,. $122 Resident/$137 Nonresident . toning, balance improvement, pain relief and stress reduction, with minimal strain on the body . This class focuses on bringing out these therapeutic fitness benefits through creative moves to a wide range of soulful music . When your body moves gracefully, your brain moves gracefully . Come move with us to restore and rejuvenate! Karen Jia Winter Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), 6:45 p .m . - 7:45 p .m ., $115 Resident/$130 Nonresident .

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Mostly Seated Exercises Say goodbye to aches, pains, fatigue, and tension . This class is for participants needing mostly seated activities, but also consists of standing exercises . Class is designed to keep joints flexible, muscles strong, and reduce pain and stiffness . Bring 2-3 lbs . weights . Helena Dluha Winter Eight Mondays . Jan 11 - Mar 15 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15), 10:40 a .m . - 11:40 a .m ., $91 Resident/$106 Nonresident . Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), 9:15 a .m . - 10:15 a .m ., $103 Resident/$118 Nonresident .

Latin-Style Gentle Aerobics Did you know that you can achieve your maximum aerobic potential in just 25 minutes? If you work out (or dance) three times per week, it’s possible to achieve all the varied benefits of aerobic activity—and this class has it all! You can strengthen your heart muscle, increase bone density, and improve lean muscles . There will also be 15 minutes of weight training (bring EXERCISE weights to class) . End with stretching, balance, and relaxation postures in a chair . No mat work in this class . Martha Klein Online Body Conditioning for Well-Being Winter This class is based on a system of conditioning exercises, the Nickolaus Technique, which is similar to a mixture of Pilates Eight Fridays, Jan 15 - Mar 19 (no class Feb 12, Feb 19), and Yoga . It is extremely helpful for back problems, core body 8:00 a .m . - 9:00 a .m ., $75 Resident/$90 Nonresident . strength, flexibility and general conditioning . The exercises are done with deep abdominal breathing throughout and are performed lying or sitting . Inspiring music is incorporated into the class which flows smoothly from one series to the next . Feel fully stretched, energized and relaxed! Please bring a mat . Beth Jucovy Fall Twelve Fridays, Sept 11 - Dec 4 (no class Nov 27), 10:30 a .m . - 1 :30 a .m ., $168 Resident/$183 Nonresident Winter Seven Fridays, Jan 15 - Mar 12 (no class Feb 12, Feb 19, Mar 19), 11:30 a m. . - 12:45 p m. ,. $122 Resident/$137 Nonresident .

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Weight Training for Longevity Pilates, Weights, and Yoga As you get older, do you find you can’t do as much as you used to? You will be guided through exercises that will challenge and work Muscles begin to atrophy after age thirty, resulting in weakened out the entire body specifically focusing on “the core” . Focus on bones and, sometimes, recurring backache Prev. ent these posture, alignment, and getting strong from the inside out . Bring problems with a weight training program The. major muscle light weights (2-3 lbs ). to class . groups will be exercised: biceps, triceps, back, shoulders, chest, Helena Dluha and legs . Balance, core work and flexibility will be incorporated Winter into this total body workout . Bring hand weights, 2 lbs or. more, Eight Mondays . Jan 11 - Mar 15 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15), to class depending on experience and fitness level; body bar can 11:50 a .m . - 12:50 p .m ., $91 Resident/$106 Nonresident . be substituted . Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), Barbara Kiprik 5:30 p .m . - 6:30 p .m ., $103 Resident/$118 Nonresident . Winter Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), Eight Mondays . Jan 11 - Mar 15 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15), 10:30 a .m . - 11:45 a .m ., $127 Resident/$142 Nonresident . 9:30 a .m . to 10:30 a .m ., $82 Resident/$97 Nonresident .

Low-Impact Aerobics: Plus Pilates-Like Exercises with Weights The steps may be gentle, but your heart will be worked steadily for 20–25 minutes, providing the aerobic activity needed to lose weight and keep your heart healthy . Combine dancer-like Yoga 101 steps with popular music . Bring hand weights, exercise mat, This is a class for the true beginner . Under the guidance of a and a towel . After the cool-down, go to the mats for additional 200-hour certified instructor, you will be carefully led, step by Pilates-like exercises . Finally, stretch your muscles and end with step, through the elements of yoga, which include balance, relaxation postures . flexibility, breath control, and the basic poses . Your body will feel Martha Klein rejuvenated, balanced, and aligned . Bring a yoga mat . Winter Barbara Kiprik Eight Mondays . Jan 11 - Mar 15 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15), Winter 8:00 a .m . - 9:00 a .m ., $75 Resident/$90 Nonresident . Eight Mondays . Jan 11 - Mar 15 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15), Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), 10:45 a .m . - 11:45 a .m ., $82 Resident/$97 Nonresident . 8:00 a .m . - 9:00 a .m ., $85 Resident/$100 Nonresident .

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Yoga Movement For Those with Parkinson’s Yes, you need it . Yes, you can “fit it in” and yes, it’s worth it . This class is designed to meet the needs and challenges of those Take an hour to simply stop, relax, move, and breathe . Not too living with Parkinson’s disease . It helps organize and stimulate gentle, not too athletic, just the right combination for everyone the mind/body connection, improving plasticity in the brain, of stretching, strengthening and relaxation . Bring a yoga mat to cognitive functioning, memory loss, and decreasing rigidity, class . tremors, and social isolation . Registration with a family member, friend or aide, at no charge, is recommended . Helena Dluha Winter Helena Dluha Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), Winter 6:30 p .m . - 7:30 p .m ., $103 Resident/$118 Nonresident . Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), 12:00 p .m . - 1:00 p .m ., $103 Resident/$118 Nonresident . 4:30 p .m . to 5:30 p .m ., $103 Resident/$118 Nonresident .

Water Exercise The intensity of water exercise is determined by how hard you decide to work out . The fitter you get, the harder you push, the harder the class becomes . You will improve your cardiovascular Zumba fitness, power, endurance, and range of motion using the natural If you love to dance to fun Latin rhythms, then this is the class resistance of water . We also use water weights to increase for you! Easy to follow moves create a fitness program that resistance . It’s not necessary to know how to swim . Information incorporates interval and resistance training to tone and sculpt on where to buy the water bells (weights) will be provided at the your body while burning fat . One hour of calorie-burning, body- first session . Bring swimsuit, towel . Lifeguard on duty . energizing fun! No experience necessary . Let’s dance! All sessions are held in the Great Neck South Middle School pool, Iris Roberts located at 349 Lakeville Road . Winter Helena Dluha Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), Winter 12:00 p .m . - 1:00 p .m ., $94 Resident/$109 Nonresident . Seven Mondays, Jan 11 - Mar 15 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15, Feb 22), Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), 6:30 p .m . - 7:30 p .m ., $87 Resident/$102 Nonresident . 4:30 p .m . - 5:30 p .m ., $94 Resident/$109 Nonresident . Seven Mondays, Jan 11 - Mar 15 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15, Feb 22), Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), 7:30 p .m . - 8:30 p .m ., $87 Resident/$102 Nonresident . 10:30 a .m . - 11:30 a .m ., $94 Resident/$109 Nonresident . Eight Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17, Mar 10), 7:30 p .m . - 8:30 p .m ., $100 Resident/$115 Nonresident .

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MIND AND BODY Online Mindful Meditation A class to physically and mentally calm the body and the mind . Tai Chi Beginner Learn how to soothe the spirit, be present in your body, and This class for beginners will teach the classic Wu Style practiced feel rejuvenated . Teaching points include breath work, posture, in the US and China . The gentle flowing movements contain an mindfulness, gentle flow yoga with alignment, and guided inner power that strengthens the body, improves physical and meditation . Leave feeling physically and mentally at peace . mental balance, and brings health and harmony to people’s lives . Bonnie Rubens Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers . Fall Rosalie Dornstein Thirteen Tuesdays, Sept 8 - Dec 8 (no class Nov 3), Winter 11:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $117 Resident/$132 Nonresident . Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), Winter 10:30 a .m . - 11:30 a .m ., $89 Resident/$104 Nonresident . Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), 11:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. ,. $81 Resident/$96 Nonresident .

Online Standing Vinyasa Flow Gentle and gently challenging standing postures allow the Tai Chi Intermediate body to age with integrity . Emphasis is placed on breathwork, Now that you’ve learned the first chapter of Wu Style Tai Chi, stretching, strengthening, flexibility and balance through continue to join us for chapter two . This class will help you graceful, flowing, standing movements . The class is designed increase both your facility with and understanding of Tai Chi as to aid joint mobility and hip opening and foster long-term you continue your journey of health, healing, and self-discovery . agility . The goal is to develop a mental/physical connection to create inspiration and heighten the ability to function in Rosalie Dornstein daily life . Individuals at all levels of physical performance are Winter accommodated and encouraged to attend . Installed ballet Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), barres and chairs are utilized to offer modifications and support 11:30 a .m . - 12:30 p .m ., $89 Resident/$104 Nonresident . allowing poses to be explored safely and securely . Bonnie Rubens Fall Thirteen Thursdays, Sept 10 - Dec 10 (no class Nov 26), 11:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. ,. $117 Resident/$132 Nonresident . Tai Chi Advanced Continuing Wu Style Tai Chi with Chapter 3, to complete the form . Winter Nine Thursdays, Jan 14 - Mar 18 (no class Feb 18), Rosalie Dornstein 11:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. ,. $81 Resident/$96 Nonresident . Winter Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), 12:30 p .m . - 1:30 p .m ., $89 Resident/$104 Nonresident .

Stay strong, live long! • Exercise mats are not provided at Cumberland . Please bring your mat with you should one be needed in class . • Specified classes are held offsite . Please note location, and contact us should you need assistance . • If you are enrolling in physically active courses, check with your physician beforehand to ensure that these courses are appropriate for you .

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FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS College Scholarships and Grants This workshop is designed to give you a working knowledge of Online ACT Prep for H. S. Students college scholarships and grants and how to use them to offset This intensive course covers the English, Math, Science, Reading the high cost of college . Learn the latest trends and how colleges Comprehension, and Writing sections of the ACT . English: learn how use scholarships and grants to attract students . Find out about to measure standard written English and rhetorical skills dealing the most prestigious, the most unusual, and the most generous with punctuation, grammar, usage, and sentence structure . Math: scholarships and even those for students who don’t have an “A” . review math skills typically acquired in courses taken through Also covered will be the NYS Excelsior Scholarship and Enhanced grade 11 . Reading Comprehension: learn how to interpret passages TAP Award . Leave with practical knowledge of how scholarships on topics in social studies, natural sciences, and prose fiction . and grants work, and an action plan to give yourself the best Science: learn how to interpret, analyze, evaluate, reason, and develop problem-solving skills required in the natural sciences . advantage . Also learn how to respond to the writing prompt that defines an Jan & Tony Esposito issue and develop one’s own perspective . Original, customized Winter material will be provided, as needed . Purchase and bring to class The Real ACT Prep Guide published by One Tuesday: Jan 12, 7:30 p .m . - 9:00 p ,.m . the ACT . $20 Resident Family /$35 Nonresident Family . Anita Friedman Fall Six Tuesdays, Sept 15 - Oct 20, 7:15 p m. . - 9:15 p m. ,. $120 Resident/$135 Nonresident . Winter Five Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Feb 2, plus one additional session week of Feb 1 -TBD . 7:15 p m. . - 9:15 p m. ,. $100 Resident/$115 Nonresident .

Online SAT and PSAT Prep for H. S. Students This intensive course covers the Math and Verbal content of the SAT and the strategies for getting a great score on both . Students will be shown how to efficiently handle even the most difficult questions, speedily solve the simpler ones, and to eliminate wrong choices . Purchase and bring to class: The Official SAT Study Guide published by the College Board . Anita Friedman Fall Five Wednesdays, Oct 7 - Nov 4, 7:15 p m. . - 9:15 p m. ,. $100 Resident/$115 Nonresident . Winter Six Wednesdays, Jan 27 - Mar 10 (no class Feb 17), 7:15 p m. . - 9:15 p m. ,. $120 Resident/$135 Nonresident .

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Online Yiddish Beginners Part 1

Let’s converse in Yiddish . In this class we will practice conversations on greetings, age, going to sleep, time, breakfast, Virtual lunch, supper and more . Ruth Solomon Classroom Fall Seven Tuesdays, Oct 20 - Dec 8 (no class Nov 3), 11:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m ., $104 Resident/$119 Nonresident .

Online Yiddish Beginners Part 2

Let’s converse in Yiddish . In this class we will practice WORLD LANGUAGES conversations on eating in a restaurant, going into town, the book store, apartment living and more .

Ruth Solomon Winter Six Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Feb 23 (no class Feb 16), 11:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m ., $90 Resident/$105 Nonresident .

Online Yiddish Advanced Part 1 Prerequisite: knowledge of Hebrew alphabet, basic Yiddish vocabulary. Please purchase book before first class: An Introduction to Language, Literature and Culture Volume 1, by Sheva Zucker. Available at: yiddishbookcenter.org for $34.95 + Shipping and Handling Ruth Solomon Fall

Eight Mondays, Oct 19 - Dec 7, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., $113 Resident/$128 Nonresident.

Online Yiddish Advanced Part 2

An Introduction to Language, Literature and Culture Volume 1, by Sheva Zucker . Prerequisite: Knowledge of Hebrew alphabet, basic Yiddish vocabulary . Please purchase book before first class: yiddishbookstore .org Ruth Solomon Winter Six Mondays . Jan 11 - Mar 1 (no class Jan 18, Feb 15), 11:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m ., $90 Resident/$105 Nonresident .

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Online Italian Beginner Online Illustration and Animation's Golden Age This course introduces you to the basic elements of the Italian Illustration and cinema animation have been powerful tools in language in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere . You will learn shaping our understanding of literature, politics, and our view of how to ask for directions, order in a restaurant, go shopping, and the world . Computers and the internet forever changed the way much more . Ideal for the traveler . No prior knowledge required . we create and receive information . Before this seismic shift in Workbook, $15, information available in class . information technology, artists like NC Wyeth and the animators Alessandra Levine at Disney painted and drew illustrations and cartoons by hand . Fall Their work had profound and lasting effects on our culture . In Thirteen Tuesdays, Sept 8 - Dec 8 (no class Nov 3), this class we’ll take a deep dive into the lives, motivations and 6:30 p m. . - 7:30 p m. ,. $119 Resident/$134 Nonresident . achievements of the giants of the illustration and cinema cartoon industry . The class will be a fun slide show and film clip review of Winter their seminal works of entertainment, coupled with round table Nine Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Mar 16 (no class Feb 16), discussion . This is a fun romp through beautiful and entertaining 6:30 p m. . - 7:30 p m. ,. $83 Resident/$98 Nonresident . works of art . Online Italian Intermediate Timothy Savage This online course is for students who have studied Italian for at Fall least one year . Improve your reading, listening, grammar and Six Tuesdays, Sept 8 - Oct 13, 3:00 p m. . - 4:00 p m. ,. speaking skills through exercises, short stories and role playing . $79 Resident/$94 Nonresident . Have fun while interacting with other students in a relaxed and Winter friendly atmosphere . Six Tuesdays, Jan 26 - Mar 9 (no class Feb 16), Alessandra Levine 3:00 p m. . - 4:00 p m. ,. $79 Resident/$94 Nonresident . Fall Updated price: TBD - due to revised class time Twelve Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 6:00 p .m . - 7:30 p .m ., $110 Resident/$125 Nonresident . Online College Scholarships & Grants Winter This workshop is designed to give you a working knowledge of Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class Feb 17), college scholarships and grants and how to use them to offset 6:30 p .m . - 7:30 p .m ., $83 Resident/$98 Nonresident . the high cost of college . Learn the latest trends and how colleges use scholarships and grants to attract students . Find out about PAINTING, DRAWING, AND PRINT the most prestigious, the most unusual, and the most generous scholarships and even those for students who don’t have an “A” . Online Approaching Watercolor Also covered will be the NYS Excelsior Scholarship and Enhanced Dip your brush into watercolor and have fun exploring this TAP Award . Leave with practical knowledge of how scholarships rewarding medium online through Zoom . The class offers step- and grants work, and an action plan to give yourself the best by-step demonstration and guidance through the fundamentals advantage . of the media: handling color mixing, using washes, dry brush, use of color and composition . We’ll move into new approaches Jan Esposito to materials, composition and color . We’ll experiment with pen Fall & ink, charcoal and gesso applications to our paper . The class One Thursday, Sept 24 7:00 p m. . - 8:00 p m. ,. will feature demonstrations, critique, round table discussion $14 Resident Family/$29 Nonresident Family . and projects for student work, all offered in a warm, supportive Winter environment . For beginners and intermediate levels . One Thursday: Jan 21 7:00 p m. . - 8:00 p m. ,. Timothy Savage $14 Resident Family/$29 Nonresident Family . Fall Six Tuesdays, Sept 8 - Oct 13, 9:30 a m. . - 11:30 a m. ,. $158 Resident/$173 Nonresident . Winter Six Tuesdays, Jan 26 - Mar 9 (no class Feb 16), 9:30 a m. . - 11:30 a m. ,. $158 Resident/$173 Nonresident .

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JEWELRY AND METAL CRAFTS Online Jewelry Making with Gemstones. Online Aromatherapy Winter Essentials Create Jewelry with intention, based on the healing properties of Support and enhance your wellbeing and delight your senses by gemstones and crystals . making essential oils an everyday part of your life! Learn about the healing properties and the positive energy of Learn how to blend essential oils to create your own safe and crystals and gemstones and their connection with color . Apply effective collection of aromatherapy-based products . this knowledge in creating bracelets with intentions . Learn about the antimicrobial and antiviral properties of essential Supplies for the starter kit “Amazonite Beads Bracelet” can be oils and how to create your own blends . purchased @ Michaels (Amazonite beads – 2 strands, 0 7. stretch Prepare a basic Winter Essential Aromatherapy Kit which includes cord) . a hand sanitizer, personal inhaler, room sprays, diffuser blends, Bring to class a note pad and pen, beading mat, scissors and tape hand moisturizer and more . measure . Supplies may be purchased at Whole Foods or online Hana Monica Czeisler Written instructions for essential oil blends will be emailed to Fall students . Four Wednesdays, Oct 7 - Oct 28, 2:00 p m. . - 3:30 p m. ,. $41 Resident/$56 Nonresident . Hana Monica Czeisler Fall Winter Four Mondays, Nov 2 - Nov 23, 11:00 a m. -. 12:00 p m. ,. Three Wednesdays, Jan 27 - Feb 10, 2:00 p .m .- 3:30 p .m . $28 Resident/$43 Nonresident . $31 Resident/$46 Nonresident . Online The Art of Kumihimo Braiding Online Jewelry Design Learn the basics of the Japanese braiding technique using a Channel your creativity and unleash your imagination to create Kumihimo disk . Learn how to transform these beautiful braids into unique pieces of jewelry based on a variety of techniques . Learn unique pieces of jewelry by using a variety of fibers and beads . how to incorporate kumihimo braiding, macramé, flat and tubular peyote stitching, bead embroidery, bead wrapping and Kumihimo is very relaxing, the movements are repetitive and other beading techniques to design your projects for a unique rhythmic, allowing you to focus solely on your braid while quieting end result . the mind and creating a meditative state . Practicing Kumihimo Learn how to mix different types of beads, colors and sizes with helps regain focus . After you have mastered a few basic moves, chain, and wire and silk cording, to create a free form design . you can let your imagination run wild . Take your time to enjoy the journey! Bring to class a beading mat; scissors, measuring tape, and a kumihimo disk . You can purchase your own basic kit: round kumihimo disk and 8 bobbins online . Supplies may be purchased from the instructor . Hana Monica Czeisler Hana Monica Czeisler Fall Fall Five Mondays: Sept 14, Sept 21, Oct 5, Oct 19, Oct 26, Twelve Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Dec 9 (no class Nov 11, Nov 25), 10:00 a m. . - 11:30 p m. ,. $51 Resident/$66 Nonresident . 11:00 a m. . - 1:00 p m. ,. $163 Resident/$178 Nonresident . Winter Winter Four Mondays: Jan 11, Jan 25, Feb 1, Feb 8, 10:00 a .m . -11:30 p .m ., Nine Wednesdays, Jan 13 - Mar 17 (no class 2/17), 11:00 a .m . - 1:00 p .m ., $122 Resident/$137 $41 Resident/$56 Nonresident . Nonresident .

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The Center provides: hot, nutritious meals served daily, monthly GREAT NECK SOCIAL CENTER book-discussion groups, ping pong, pool, creative-writing (516) 487–0025 PLEASE CALL FOR UPDATES workshops, flu shots, blood-pressure screenings, card games, ANN TARCHER, Executive Director lecture/discussion groups, veterans groups, knitting groups, cultural Great Neck Social Center • 80 Grace Avenue groups, care-givers support groups, dementia support groups . There is short-term counseling information and referrals through Project The Great Neck Board of Education continues its long-standing Independence . Limited transportation is available . practice of providing Community Education courses at the Great The following courses (pp. 37-41) are offered through the Neck Social Center . The Senior Center is responsible for processing all Community Education program and held at the Social Center: registrations . Enrollment is limited to those 60 and over. Resident Fees: There is a processing fee of $40 for each “Session” of Art Studio Time each course (e .g ., Session I, II, etc .) . Priority is given to Great Neck School District residents within the first 10 days of registration . If Michelangelo had not made time the Sistine Chapel would not Nonresidents can register after that time period . In an effort to serve have been completed . Avoid distractions at home; join friends, everyone equitably, classes at the Center are monitored throughout paint, draw and explore art on your own . The studio will be set, the semester to ensure that all participants are properly registered . books will be available (for reference), and a moderator will drop in . Please bring your own supplies . School district residents should register by mail and are urged to do so upon receipt of this catalog, using the registration form on page ANN TARCHER 42 . Please send the required fee of $40 for each “Session” of each Fall course by check (payable to Great Neck Senior Center) . The $40 will Session I: Seven Wednesdays, September 2 - October 14, be retained by the Social Center as an administration fee . Please 1:15 p m. . - 3:15 p m. . return completed form and fees to: Great Neck Social Center, 80 Session II: Seven Wednesdays, October 21 - December 16 (no Grace Avenue, Great Neck, N .Y . 11021 . Registrations will be processed class 11/11 & 11/25), 1:15 p m. . - 3:15 p m. . according to postmark . Winter Nonresidents should register by mail, using the registration form Session III: Seven Wednesdays, January 6 - February 24 (no class on page 42 . Nonresidents will be admitted only if space is available . 2/17), 1:15 p m. . - 3:15 p m. . Please send the required fee of $65 for each “Session” of each course by check (payable to Great Neck Social Center) . $40 will be Bridge: Basics retained by the Social Center as an administration fee and $25 will Wondering if bridge is for you? If you’ve always wanted to learn but be forwarded to the Great Neck Public Schools as a return to its have been afraid it’s too difficult, this is the class for you . Beginner taxpayers . Please return completed form and fees to: Great Neck bridge is for those with limited bridge experience . This is a hands- Social Center, 80 Grace Avenue, Great Neck, N .Y . 11021 . Nonresident on learning experience to develop familiarity with the game . Bridge registrations will be processed by postmark after first 10 days of is one of the best ways to practice the “use it or lose it” advice for registration . maintaining mental sharpness for life . Materials fee, $5 . Participation in Adult Ed activities is at your own risk . If you are HOWARD FREIDMAN enrolling in physically active courses, check with your physician Fall beforehand to make certain these courses are appropriate . Social Session I: Seven Thursdays, September 3 - October 15, Center does not assume liability for injury, damages, loss, or accidents 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. . in Adult Ed courses . Proficiency is required in some classes . Placement Session II: Seven Thursdays, October 29 - December 17 (no class in a course is at the discretion of the instructor . 11/26), 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. . Registrants will be notified only if the course has been cancelled . Winter If there is insufficient enrollment the class will be cancelled .Early Session III: Seven Thursdays, January 7 - February 25 (no class registration is essential to ensure that classes will run. There is a 2/18), 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. . $5 fee for anyone who does not register 3 business days before class starts. There will be no refunds unless we cancel the course. A makeup class is offered (where possible) if a class is canceled . It is not always possible to have a makeup (it cannot be used for the next session) . Everyone who takes courses at the Social Center must abide by its rules .

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Bridge: Intermediate Bridge: Duplicate This is designed for those who have a working knowledge of Learn or improve your duplicate bridge skills . Mechanics, playing, bridge . There will be an introduction to competitive bidding, scoring, and strategy explained . Short lectures with handout conventions, and proper play of the hand . Bridge is a social notes presented on various topics, followed by a duplicate game that communication and cooperation with your partner playing session . Gain experience, meet other bridgeniks, and and interaction with your opponents . It is one of the best ways have fun . Come with or without a partner . Materials fee, $5 . to practice the "use it or lose it" advice for maintaining mental HOWARD FRIEDMAN sharpness for life . Materials fee, $5 for all participants . Fall SUSAN SCHOLER Session I: Seven Thursdays, September 3 - October 15, Fall 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. . Session I: Seven Tuesdays, September 1 - October 13, Session II: Seven Thursdays, October 29 - December 17 (no class 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. . 11/26), 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. . Session I: Seven, Tuesdays, September 1 - October 13, Winter 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. . Session III: Seven Thursdays, January 7 - February 25 (no class Session II: Seven Tuesdays, November 3 - December 15, 2/18), 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. . 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. . Session II: Seven Tuesdays, November 3 - December 15, English Conversation for Foreign Born 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. . Practice and improve English skills . Increase vocabulary and understanding of the language . Speak more comfortably . Reduce Winter your accent and improve pronunciation . Session III: Seven Tuesdays, January 5 - February 23 (no class 2/16), 10:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. . MARION GREEN Fall Session III: Seven Tuesdays, January 5 - February 23 (no class Session I: : Seven Monday, August 31 - November 2 (no class 9/7, 2/16), 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. . 9/28 & 10/12), 1:00 p m. . - 2:00 p m. . Bridge: Advanced Session II: Seven Mondays, November 9 - December 21, For players who have had intermediate classes . More advanced 1:00 p m. . - 2:00 p m. . concepts of bidding and defense with additional play . Majority Winter of the time will be spent playing . Materials fee, $5 for all Session III: Seven Mondays, January 4 - March 1 (no class 1/18 & participants . 2/15), 1:00 p m. . - 2:00 p m. . TBD Fall Session I: Seven Thursdays, September 3 - October 15, 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. . Session II: Seven Thursdays, October 29 - December 17 (no class 11/26), 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. . Winter Session III: Seven Thursdays, January 7 - February 25 (no class 2/18), 1:00 p m. . - 3:00 p m. .

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Exercise: Body Shaping Folk Dancing Enjoy the benefits of a body that reflects who you are and how Learn dances from around the world (Israel, Greece, Romania, you feel—which adds up to a lot more than a number! Sharon etc ). . Have fun, meet new people, and enjoy good physical Epstein leads an exercise course designed to enhance your exercise . No partner necessary . physical well-being and positive self-image . There will be specific LOIS BLATT exercises for balance, flexibility, strength, and endurance . Bring Fall weights and bands, as they are needed for the Thursday class . Session I: Seven Wednesdays, September 2 - October 14, (Mat, towel/blankets are not necessary) . 9:45 a m. . - 11:45 a m. . SHARON EPSTEIN Session II: Seven Wednesdays, October 21 - December 16 (no Fall class 11/11 & 11/25), 9:45 a m. . - 11:45 a m. . Session I: Seven Wednesdays, September 2 - October 14, 10:30 a m. . - 11:30 a m. . Winter Session III: Seven Wednesdays, January 6 - February 24 (no class Session I: Seven Thursdays, September 3 - October 15, 2/17), 9:45 a m. . - 11:45 a m. . 10:30 a m. . - 11:30 a m. . Session II: Seven Wednesdays, October 21 - December 16 (no Grace Avenue Film Society class 11/11 & 11/25), 10:30 a m. . - 11:30 a m. . Schedule per session: introduction, short subject, main film, intermission break, and discussion . The films to be shown will Session II: Seven Thursdays, October 29 - December 17 (no class include new and old, domestic and foreign, comedies and dramas 11/26), 10:30 a m. . - 11:30 a m. . chosen to stimulate discussion afterwards . While care will be Winter taken to select films that are worthy of attention, a range of tastes Session III: Seven Wednesdays, January 6 - February 24 (no class and types, as well as representative materials from all over the 2/17), 10:30 a m. . - 11:30 a m. . world will be selected . Films that generate discussion and have Session III: Seven Thursdays, January 7 - February 25 (no class innate and worthwhile qualities are the priority when choosing titles . Suggestions from members will be appreciated and 2/18) . 10:30 a m. . - 11:30 a m. . considered with care . In addition, short subjects will begin each session when feasible . Lunch is available at noon before class . Exercise for Health Feel healthier by participating in regular exercise . Improve MARTIN SALTZMAN flexibility, muscle tone, and circulation while getting into shape . Fall Stephanie will guide you through each exercise with hand on Session I: Seven Thursdays, September 3 - October 15, approach . Dress comfortably with good sneakers . Bring one-lb . 12:30 p m. . - 3:30 p m. . to two-lb . weights optional . Session II: Seven Thursdays, October 29 - December 17 (no class STEPHANIE GOLDSON 11/26), 12:30 p m. . - 3:30 p m. . Fall Winter Session I: Seven Mondays, August 31 - November 2 (no class 9/7, Session III: Seven Thursdays, January 7 - February 25 (no class 9/28 & 10/12), 9:00 a m. . - 10:00 a m. . 2/18), 12:30 p m. . - 3:30 p m. . Session II: Seven Mondays, November 9 - December 21, 9:00 a m. . - 10:00 a m. . Winter Session III: Seven Mondays, January 4 - March 1 (no class 1/18 & 2/15), 9:00 a m. . - 10:00 a m. .

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Spanish: Conversation Yoga ¡Hola! This class is intended for those with some knowledge of There is emphasis on basic yoga poses and balancing exercises . Spanish; emphasis on improving, under-standing, and using Started seated as we do breathing techniques to relax and the spoken and written language . Learn to communicate more ground . Stretch, warmup and prepare to stand up from a effectively at home and when traveling . Bring loose-leaf notebook seated position without using your hands and stay standing and Spanish-English dictionary to class . Hasta la vista amigos . for the remainder of class . We will be doing a few theraband strengthening exercises . Our standing yoga poses build strength, NAOMI PENNER range of motion, alignment and stamina . Our balancing poses Fall improve balance of course, but also promote flexibility and focus . Session I: Seven Thursdays, September 3 - October 15, Forward bends stretch back and hamstring muscles; back bends 10:30 a m. . - 12:00 p m. . improve breathing . Twists aid in digestion and tone abs . Session II: Seven Thursdays, October 29 - December 17 (no class Prerequisite: Students should be ambulatory without assistive 11/26), 10:30 a m. . - 12:00 p m. . devices and be able to stand for an extended period of time . Winter Please wear comfortable clothing and bring water & a theraband Session III: Seven Thursdays, January 7 - February 25 (no class (Resistance band) . Do not eat an hour before class . 2/18), 10:30 a m. . - 12:00 p m. . BETH MOHR Fall Tai Chi Session I: Seven Tuesdays, September 1 - October 13, Tai Chi is a Chinese exercise system practiced for health and 11:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. . self-defense . Incorporating breathing with slow and fluid movements, Tai Chi will help reduce stress, improve balance and Session II: Seven Tuesdays, November 3 - December 15, increase vitality . No prior experience necessary . For those with 11:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. . physical limitations, the movements can be modified or be done Winter seated . Just come and enjoy . Session III: Seven Tuesdays, January 5 - February 23 (no class JOSEPH PANICO 2/16), 11:30 a m. . - 12:30 p m. . Fall Session I: Seven Monday, August 31 - November 2 (no class 9/7, Yoga: Mat 9/28 & 10/12), 10:00 a m. . - 11:00 a m. . On mats, relieve tension, aches, and pains through slow stretching and flexibility movements . Breathing and relaxation Session I: Seven Monday, August 31 - November 2 (no class 9/7, techniques introduced . 9/28 & 10/12), 11:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. . BETH MOHR Session II: Seven Mondays, November 9 - December 21, Fall 10:00 a m. . - 11:00 a m. . Session I: Seven Tuesdays, September 1 - October 13, Session II: Seven Mondays, November 9 - December 21, 10:15 a m. . -11:15 a m. . 11:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. . Session II: Seven Tuesdays, November 3 - December 15, Winter 10:15 a m. . - 11:15 a m. . Session III: Seven Mondays, January 4 - March 1 (no class 1/18 & Winter 2/15), 10:00 a m. . - 11:00 a m. . Session III: Seven Tuesdays, January 5 - February 23 (no class Session III: Seven Mondays, January 4 - March 1 (no class 1/18 & 2/16), 10:15 a m. . - 11:15 a m. . 2/15), 11:00 a m. . - 12:00 p m. .

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Yoga: Meditation Bring together your mind and body in this exciting new class . Learn to focus your mind, relieve stress, and gain relaxation . Build flexibility and strength through balance to improve your physical condition . These techniques will lift your spirits and help you relax . BONNIE RUBENS Fall Session I: Seven Fridays, September 4 - October 16, 12:15 p m. . - 1:15 p m. . Session II: Seven Fridays, October 30 - December 18 (no class 11/27), 12:15 p m. . - 1:15 p m. . Winter Session III: Seven Fridays, January 8 - March 5 (no class 2/12 & 2/19), 12:15 p m. . - 1:15 p m. .

Yoga: Mindful Body & Spirit A course focused on both seated and standing yoga poses, emphasizing mindful movement and psyche . Emphasis is placed on improving stability, balance, and over-all wellbeing . The goal is to extend the conditioning developed from breath-work, stretching, and strengthening in class, to everyday life . Poses are offered with modifications and supports to accommodate all levels of students . The last segment of class consists of a guided meditation which seals in the benefits of the physical and mental components of the practice . CAROLYN CARPENTIERE Fall Session I: Seven Wednesdays, September 2 - October 14, 12:15 p m. . - 1:15 p m. . Session II: Seven Wednesdays, October 21 - December 16 (no class 11/11 & 11/25), 12:15 p m. . - 1:15 p m. . Winter Session III: Seven Wednesdays, January 6 - February 24 (no class 2/17), 12:15 p m. . - 1:15 p m. .

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Social Center REGISTRATION FORM (516) 487-0025 Last Name______First Name______Address______City______State______Zip______Phone No _. ______Email______Course Title Day / Time Session ______

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Resident Nonresident Today’s Date______Signature______School District Residents: Mail completed form and $40 for each “Session” of each course by check (payable to Great Neck Social Center) to: Social Center Courses, 80 Grace Avenue, Great Neck, NY 11021 . Nonresidents: Mail completed form and $65 for “Session” of each course by check (payable to Great Neck Social Center) to: Social Center Courses, 80 Grace Avenue, Great Neck, NY 11021 . Questions: Should be directed to the Social Center, (516) 487-0025 .

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Resident Nonresident Today’s Date______Signature______School District Residents: Mail completed form and $40 for each “Session” of each course by check (payable to Great Neck Social Center) to: Social Center Courses, 80 Grace Avenue, Great Neck, NY 11021 . Nonresidents: Mail completed form and $65 for “Session” of each course by check (payable to Great Neck Social Center) to: Social Center Courses, 80 Grace Avenue, Great Neck, NY 11021 . Questions: Should be directed to the Social Center, (516) 487-0025 .

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BART BADALUCCO has taught driver education HANA MONICA CZEISLER is a holistic health RUTH EICHACKER is a retired Spanish teacher for thirty-seven years . He prides himself on practitioner who has worked In the field of who taught for thirty-five years in the NYC staying current in his field . He maintains a Aromatherapy since 1999 . She holds a Masters Public Schools and in Roslyn Middle School . She driver education Web site for student use and Degree in Chemistry Polymer Science from taught ESL in NYC/Queens business schools . encourages students to visit local traffic courts . Polytechnic Institute of New York, as well She tutored advanced English to adults in the NYS Driver Traffic Safety Education Assn ,. various other degrees . As owner of Recipes for Middle East . Independent Writers Group, Chair . Member . H . Frank Carey HS, Teacher of the Year, Wellness, Monica has helped clients discover AAS, Textile Design, FIT; BA, Spanish, Queens 2006, technology . simple ways to become nutritionally fit for a College; MA, ESL, Hunter College . STEVE BELFER is an experienced accompanist healthier body and mind . SHARON EPSTEIN has worked extensively who plays in a wide variety of styles . He has HELENA DLUHA has worked in the US as an for 30 years with people of all ages and accompanied many fine vocalists, including instructor of aquatics, stretching, and yoga abilities . She is passionate about movement Engelbert Humperdinck and has performed since 1992 . She was an aquatics coordinator and exercise; she believes exercise is and can in Japan and in the Netherlands . He plays and pool director with experience in spas, be enjoyable and life affirming for everyone . keyboards with the LI Paramount Band, fitness clubs, Ys, JCCs, and country clubs . In her Sharon is a movement therapist, and a yoga Renegade, and at events in the NY area . Pierce native Czechoslovakia, she was a swimming teacher; her primary focus is teaching to Country Day School, Musical Director; Roslyn coach/ instructor and alpine and cross-country enhance strength, flexibility,balance,energy Theater Co ,. Musical Director . ski instructor . MS, Physical Education, Charles and vitality . Over the years, she has worked ESTELLE BERG was born and raised in South University, Prague . in hospitals, schools, camps, nursing homes Africa and performed with a ballet company MARY DONO is a retired teacher and and community centers . B .S ,. Theater Arts, there . She has lived in the US since 1978, administrator for the N Y. C. . Department of Bard College; M .S ,. Dance Movement Therapy, twenty years of which were in GN . She has Education . She holds a Masters Degree in Hunter College . E-RYT-500,(Experienced extensive knowledge of museums, galleries, Special Education from Queens College and a Registered Yoga Teacher) YACEP, (Yoga Alliance and cultural events in the NY area and has Doctoral Degree in Instructional Leadership Continuing Education Provider) coordinated trips for various organizations . from St . John’s University . Ms . Dono began KARL ESCHELBACH is a tax lawyer and a LOIS BLATT is a retired Physical Education giving Art Presentations at Queensborough Certified Public Accountant . Additionally, he teacher from East Meadow School District who Community College through their Continuing holds a Master Degree in History from Ohio has been teaching folk dancing at the Herrick’s Education Program and has also presented State University . He has taught history at the Community Center for the last eight years . these Art Lectures at LIU Post through their high school level, at Buck County Community Hutton House program, and at the Queens College, and at Ohio State University . CAROLYN CARPENTIERE: Carolyn got into Public Libraries . She also currently facilitate ANITA FRIEDMAN is a GN Village School yoga after becoming overly stressed at a high three sections of book discussions as part pressure sales job in NYC . She was amazed how veteran teacher, was their first Resource Room of the Continuing Education Program at teacher, and became their SAT math expert and she could feel better after just one class . That Queensborough . journey inspired her dedication to passing on advanced math teacher . She tutors in many the healing benefits of yoga to others in pain IRA DORNSTEIN is a baseball fanatic, who has subjects, especially the SAT . BA, Elementary (physically and or mentally) . She's spent many watched and studied the game since 1945 . He Education/History, Hofstra University; MA, years researching and practicing the ancient art had appeared on the Jeff De-Forrest talk radio Special Education, Hofstra Fellowship . of yoga . She was certified at The Long Island show in Fort Lauderdale and he has traveled HOWARD FRIEDMAN is an American Contract Yoga School in 2008 and IMX Pilates 2009 the country visiting both major and minor Bridge League (ACBL) certified teacher . He and ongoing study with many healing and league ball parks . He is a baseball historian has been teaching individuals and groups educational classes at Kripalu Center . with great stories and memories to share . since the Winter of 2012 . He has been playing ROGER CHIZEVER graduated from GN South ROSALIE DORNSTEIN has worked in clay competitive bridge for over 25 years and HS and lives in GN with his family . He has been for over thirty years . Her work is in the WAH currently holds the ACBL rank of Diamond Life a NYS Accident Prevention Workshop Certified gallery collection and she has been featured Master . Instructor for fifteen years . He is an insurance in Newsday for her award-winning pieces . STEPHANIE GOLDSON: Stephanie Goldson broker who specializes in auto and property She has taught Qi Gong and Tai Chi for twenty is a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with Yoga insurance . Rotary Club of GN, Member; GN years . She is a member of the Nat’l Qi Gong Alliance, which acknowledges the completion Chamber of Commerce, Board; GN Social Center, Assn ,. Int’l Martial Arts Assn ,. and the American of a yoga teacher training with a Registered Board . Org . of Bodywork Therapies of Asia . BA, MA, Yoga School (RYS) . She has been teaching Hofstra University . KEITH CROCKER is a filmmaker as well as a film light exercise classses at the Great Neck Senior historian . He teaches Adult Education at Nassau Center for several years . Stephanie displays Community College, C W. . Post and Great Neck care and attention for each individual she Community Ed . He was educated at the New teaches and easily modifies exercises to make it York Institute of Technology, and has been suitable for every senior . giving presentations on film history to libraries and community centers for the past 24 years .

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BETH GOODRICH is a seasoned performer of STEPHANIE NAVON JACOBSON is an ALESSANDRA LEVINE has been a translator, musical theater and cabaret . She made her award-winning printmaker with over thirty interpreter, and instructor since 1993, and Off Broadway debut in the Golden Apple . She years of experience . She is a Professor at St . has taught Italian at Cumberland for the past appeared in productions of various shows, John’s University and has participated in the fifteen years . She is native in Italian and fluent including Gypsy, West Side Story, South Pacific, Washington Sq . Outdoor Art Exhibit, designed a in English, German, and French . She grew up in The Wiz, Oklahoma, and Annie Get Your Gun . textbook, and has been a scenery designer . Italy, but has lived in GN for twenty plus years . She is a performer at Don’t Tell Mama . BA, Member of Contemporary Printmakers, LI Craft Graduated from the University of Rome, honors Music Education, NYU; MA, Educational Theater, Guild, and LI Art League . BFA, UMASS Amherst; in Foreign Languages and Literature . Adelphi University . MA, Long Island University . DIANE LIEBERMAN is an award-winning artist MARION GREEN taught in the GN Schools for and crafts-person featured in galleries in the three decades as an elementary and middle BETH JUCOVY is Artistic Director and NY area . She has been awarded best in show school teacher . Now retired, she teaches Choreographer for Dance Visions NY, Inc ., an at the National Art League and has received English to seniors . Isadora Duncan dance specialist, and was also a several grants from the Queens Council on the MARC GREENBERG is a retired, full-time high dancer/soloist with Ballet and Modern dance Arts . She is trained in art at the HS of Music and school Social Studies Teacher in the New York companies internationally . She is director of Art and City College . City School System . He is currently teaching and teacher at her school, Children Dancing, PATRICIA LUQUE a native-speaker from Paris at three institutions, continuing education since 1988, a Dance Teaching Artist in various has worked for international organizations classes: including, “Arguably, Some of the Best public schools as well as the Tilles Center, and a as an instructor and evaluator in language Books of the 20th Century,” “‘Slow’ or ‘Close’ dance educator at the Dalton School, learning and teaching for adults . She has Reading,” “Classic ‘Long’ Reads,” and “Some 2003-2012 . credentials from European educational History You Ought to Know ”. Reading is his EVELYN KANDEL is an award-winning poet governmental organizations, and Université passion and he loves to share insights with whose poems have appeared in many journals de Paris . others about the books he reads . and anthologies . She is the Nassau County Poet LYNNE MARTINO is an award-winning KEN GROSSMAN a graduate of Princeton’s Laureate for 2019-2021 . Author of four books of choreographer and line dance instructor who Woodrow Wilson School, approaches the poetry; two won top prizes in national contests . teaches all levels of dancers . She is a staff teaching of American History, and its cast She has taught at Cumberland since 2008 . member of Tim Gillis Line Dance Weekends, of characters, as “one of the greatest stories Education: BS,Columbia; MA,LIU; Marine Corps Northeast Ladies of Line, and more . Her original ever told” . He is equally passionate about veteran . dance, “Witchcraft,” has been published exploring the music of the Great American SHARON KESSLER has been teaching exercise in Linedancer magazine and presented on songbook, both in teaching aspiring singers at Cumberland since 1984 . She teaches fitness Linelessons c. om . Her dances are published and performing in various venues . at the Herricks Senior Center and Glen Cove on many Web sites and have been taught at DORIT GRYN has taught Hebrew since Adult Program . She taught dance at studios events worldwide . 1983 . She is an adjunct professor at Nassau across LI and performed with the Consolidated BETH MOHR is a registered and certified Community College and Hofstra U . She is a Energy Dance Co . She taught exercise at Yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance . Her vinyasa Hebrew teacher at the Sid Jacobson JCC and the Community Education in Little Neck and flow yoga and chair yoga classes emphasize Teacher Center in Seaford . Graduate, Wingate creative dance at the Samuel Field Y preschool . alignment, core strength, and individualized Institute, Israel . BA, Adelphi University . attention . She helps her students find physical LESLIE HIRSCHHORN has been making BARBARA KIPRIK is a certified personal trainer and emotional balance . jewelry since 1976 . Her metal work was and licensed yoga instructor who has been GARY NOVICK has been playing the piano exhibited at the Forbes St . Gallery in Pittsburgh serving the community and our program for for most of his life . He has taught students of and at a juried show at LSU . She was a over twenty-five years . She is experienced in all all ages how to play the piano since 1975 . He corporate art director for twenty years before phases of fitness and specializes in working enjoys playing in sessions with many talented “retiring” to raise her twins . BFA, Fine Arts/ with older adults with physical disabilities who musicians and continues to write and arrange Metalsmithing, Carnegie-Mellon . need rehabilitation . songs so that he can share his passion for music JANE IRVINE is a self-taught artist who MARTHA KLEIN is a secondary school English with others . Advanced degree, Composition, teaches fused glass at the Islip Art Museum, the teacher with an additional certificate in plant Berklee College of Music . Art League of LI, various continuing education science . She has taught tap dancing and JOSEPH PANICO is trained in Tai Chi Chuan and programs, and clubs . She enjoys the challenges exercise to adults and children . She studied Tai Chi for Arthritis . He teaches at many health of working with glass and has exhibited at the dance and aerobic activities, Yoga, and Pilates . clubs and continuing education programs with Buyers Market of American Craft . She studied BA, English, University of Buffalo; MEd, the goal of sharing his art in a meaningful way . fused glass at UrbanGlass . University of Cincinnati . He holds medals from the US Open Martial Arts Championships .

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BRIAN PAYNE is a retired teacher of Advanced TIM SAVAGE is a professional illustrator, fine JUDY UMANSKY teaches mah jongg and Placement English literature and composition artist and graphic designer . His illustration canasta at Roslyn Continuing Education, Sid at Cathedral Prep Seminary, former English clients include local and blue chip companies . Jacobson JCC, and the GNPS Community Ed . She Dept . coordinator, teacher of a senior elective As art director, he worked with the top has been an active member of GN Hadassah in Shakespeare, and school drama director . illustrators in the commercial field on accounts and was president of the Shalom group from Theatre Box, Director/Current President . BS, such as IBM, Standard & Poors, and Madison 1978-1980 . Her enthusiasm and sense of humor MS, Fordham . Square Garden . He is accomplished in creating will have you loving mah jongg and canasta as NAOMI PENNER has taught French and Spanish works of art in all traditional media, as well much as she does . in GN since 1968 . She taught ballroom dance as current digital applications . He is a former JEANETTE WALOWITZ is an adjunct professor since 1988 and was a staff member of Ballroom faculty member of the National Art League in at Berkeley College in NYC, teaching Advanced Review magazine . International Tongues Douglaston . BS, Cornell University; Fine Art, Writing, Literature and Research courses . She magazine, Founder; NYC Ballroom-Latin Dance Parsons . has taught nearly every English subject, from Hotline, Sponsor; Phi Beta Kappa, Member . SUSAN SCHOLER is a past president of the ESL to Literary Criticism, every ability level and BA, French and German, Ohio University; MA, Nassau-Suffolk Bridge Assn . and has held many every age, from pre-K to university, and her Romance Linguistics, Ohio State . other administrative bridge positions in the NY career spans 30 years in Nassau County and SUZANNE POSNER is an award-winning area . She is an accredited bridge teacher, Silver NYC . She has a Master of Fine Arts Degree in sculptor and painter . Her work can be found Life Master, and is Director/Co-Owner of the Creative Writing from Brooklyn College, and at her home gallery and in private collections Smithtown Bridge Studio . has published her thesis, a novella and poems, across the US . Her teachers include Lissy ETHEL SIEGEL teaches singing, is the producer “Weathering the Equinox and Other Small Dennett, Nathaniel Katz, Rhoda Sherbell, and of Songs of the Heart, and sings with the GN Storms” . She currently lives in Great Neck with G .L . Sussman . She is a member of the National Choral Society . She was music specialist at her husband, her daughter and their two cats, Art League . Riverdale Home for the Aged and taught at Chocolate and Chippy . MINA RABBANI has taught painting and Queensborough Community College and Roslyn RENEE WASSERMAN is multilingual and drawing since 1988 . Her work has been HS . Certified Music Therapist; BA, Queens teaches Spanish, French, ESL, Italian, and exhibited locally, in Iran, and at the Ziba Gallery College . Turkish . She has been an assistant in the TESOL in Vancouver . It has been reviewed by Art Speak BARBARA SILBERT is a retired advertising Program at Queens College and taught ESL for and Newsday . Winner, of Visual Art Alliance designer/art director with many years of the Nassau library system . She lived in Holland, exhibition, for “Persian Urns ”. Graduate, experience at ad agencies and corporate art Belgium, Mexico, and Turkey . Graduate, Queens Pedgars Art Academy, Supreme College of depts . She has been teaching painting and College . Translation, Iran; MA, Long Island University . drawing to all ages for the past ten years . She IRIS ROBERTS is a retired Physical Education studied at the Art Students League, School of and Health Instructor for the NYC schools . Visual Arts and Hudson River School of Art . She loves to dance and really enjoys teaching AAS, SUNY Farmingdale . classes . She has been a certified Zumba RUTH F. SOLOMON, LCSW is a passionate instructor since 2006 . Yiddish and Hebrew teacher . She has taught BONNIE RUBENS is a certified yoga instructor Yiddish since 1995: in Ukraine, Sid Jacobson JCC, who teaches yoga flow and chair at continuing Roslyn Adult Ed, Young Israel of Woodmere, education, senior centers, studios, and health Kinneret Day School . Bachelor of Yiddish, clubs . Emphasis is placed on the physical/ Jewish Teachers Seminary; BA, Sociology, mental connection derived from combining Hunter College, MSW, Yeshiva University . breathing, stretching, and balance with fluid ANN TARCHER has been the Executive Director movement . MBA, Baruch College . of the GN Social Center since 2005 . She worked MARTIN SALTZMAN teaches American in Manhattan at various advertising agencies history and western civilization at Long Island as an art director and photographer . She University . He taught at Adelphi University and spent many years working for the Newspaper Borough of Manhattan Community College . Advertising Bureau creating multimedia slide He lectures at libraries and senior centers . BA, shows . BFA, Pratt Institute; Studied with Milton European history; MA, American history; MPhil, Glazer, School of Visual Arts . American and African history, Columbia .

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English as a New Language (ENL) Program GREAT NECK ADULT LEARNING CENTER A range of classes are available for adult students whose native (516) 441-4950 language is not English . Beginning, intermediate, and advanced Dr. Errin Hatwood, Director level classes are offered in the areas of reading, writing, speaking Adult Learning Center • 105 Clover Drive and listening . Beginner level classes are for those with little or Email: [email protected] no knowledge or experience in speaking, writing, or reading www.greatneck.k12.ny.us/alc English . Intermediate level classes are for those with some basic skills in English . Advanced level classes offer intensive practice in Programs reading, writing, speaking and listening . Students are evaluated at Fall/Winter Program The Adult Learning Center offers two programs registration and placement is determined based on the assessment for adults who want to earn a high school equivalency diploma, results . or learn English . The Center also has available a variety of elective High School Equivalency Preparation (HSEP) Program courses for those who qualify . Our counselors are available to provide The HSEP program meets the needs of adult learners, age 21 and a full array of college, vocational and career services . over, who have not earned a New York State high school diploma . For adults who want to prepare for the Test Assessing Secondary Student Eligibility Completion (TASC) exam, instruction is available in the five subjects • Students 16-20 years of age who do not have a high school covered on the exam: language arts (reading and writing), math, diploma or the equivalent, however, they must be a resident of social studies, and science . Diagnostic assessments are administered Great Neck or employed in Great Neck . to determine each student’s educational needs . Individualized • Students 21 years of age or older who do not have a high school schedules are created, and students are placed in their academically diploma or the equivalent by any state or territory of the United appropriate classes . States . At registration, students must commit to a schedule that includes a • All students must have the goal to either enter college or pursue minimum of two days or evenings of instruction per week . However, a career . students are encouraged to attend additional hours to hasten their Registration academic progress . A readiness assessment is used to determine when a student is ready to successfully pass the TASC exam . Must be done in person on: Trimester I: September 2, 3, and 4 Alternative High School Equivalency Preparation (AHSEP) Trimester II: December 2 and 3 Program Trimester III: March 3 and 4 The AHSEP program is designed to provide instruction for high school students, ages 16 - 20 ,who are at risk of not graduating from high Please allow at least two hours to complete the registration process . school and earning a Regents diploma . Enrollment is limited and Great Neck residents will be given priority . Processing Fees TASC Examination Trimester I: $100 Residents/$150 Nonresidents The TASC (Test Assessing Secondary Completion) is a state-of-the Trimester II: $75 Residents/$125 Nonresidents art, affordable national high school equivalency assessment . Trimester III: $50 Residents/$100 Nonresidents It assesses five subject areas: Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies . All together, the TASC test measures Residents: There is a nonrefundable annual processing fee for Great examinees levels of achievement relative to that of graduating Neck School District residents . This includes non-residents who work high school seniors . Adult Learning Center students, as well as in the district . Students must provide proof of residency or Great other eligible candidates, may apply to take the TASC exam at Neck employment at registration. the Adult Learning Center located at 105 Clover Drive . Specific Nonresidents: There is a nonrefundable annual processing fee for eligibility regulations are available on the New York State nonresidents . The processing fee may be paid by credit card, cash, Education Department web site . There is no fee to sit for the TASC check, or money order (payable to Great Neck Public Schools) . exam . The exam takes approximately seven hours to complete . Students enrolled in a prep program are seated first . Classes Upon passing the TASC exam, students receive a New York State Monday - Saturday: 9:00 a m. . - 1:00 p m. . High School Equivalency Diploma issued by the New York State Monday - Thursday: 6:30 p m. . - 9:30 p m. . Education Department . TASC Test Dates: November 12 and 13 February 4 and 5 May 6 and 7

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Elective Courses The Annual Awards Ceremony The Adult Learning Center has a variety of elective courses that The Annual Awards Ceremony and Reception is an event that may be offered during the school year: honors the achievements of Adult Learning Center graduates including those who have earned a New York State high school Citizenship equivalency diploma English as a New Language (ENL) and Individuals interested in preparing for the new American students who have demonstrated excellence in the classroom . Citizenship Examination will benefit from this course . While Thursday, June 10, 2021, 7:30 p.m. studying US history and government (local, state, and national), South High School, 341 Lakeville Road participants will explore the rights and responsibilities of living in the United States . Literacy Nassau will also provide free legal Continuing Education Courses at Clover Drive immigration services and free N-400 and I-912 application Processing Fees preparation . Students need a basic understanding of written and Residents: There is a nonrefundable annual processing fee of $50 for spoken English . Great Neck School District residents . This includes non-residents who Fee: $25 Enrolled students/$50 New students work in the district . Students must provide proof of residency or Great Neck employment at registration. Crossroads Café A Conversation Workshop Nonresidents: There is a nonrefundable annual processing fee of $100 . Crossroads Café is an innovative program for English Language The processing fee may be paid by credit card, cash, check, or money Learners designed to enable students to improve their English order (payable to Great Neck Public Schools) . skills quickly . Participants meet as a group to view and discuss a video from the Crossroads Café series: the story of six people Self-Advocacy and Practical Living Skills Class for Special whose lives intersect at a neighborhood restaurant, Crossroads Needs Adults Café . An additional materials fee will be required to cover the cost Adults with special learning needs will learn skills for independent of workbook and DVD . living and successful employment . An experienced professional Fee: $25 Current Students/$50 New Students will lead the group in discussions and interactive activities to foster effective communication, social skills, and assertiveness to improve Fast Track Math GRASP their ability to be independent . In a relaxed atmosphere, the group FAST TRACK preparation is designed to help testers maximize will be led in interactive, fun activities in class and around the local their scores on the TASC examination . The objectives of FAST community . Topics may include, but are not limited to, health, TRACK are: nutrition, financial management, and the workplace environment . Various teaching strategies will be employed to engage students in • Connect more walk-in examinees who did not pass the TASC test . meaningful dialogue and hands-on participation . Registration will • Build short-term intensive instructional support for students take place during the first scheduled class . who have struggled to pass the TASC Readiness Assessment . Tuesdays, through June 1, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. • Significantly raise TASC Mathematics subtest scores . Special Trips for Special Needs Adults Our FAST TRACK preparation program will work directly with Monthly trips to nearby recreation spots and restaurants are HSE test centers to ensure T-TAF forms are received for referred for adults, 21 and over, with special learning and social needs . students who are applying to take the TASC exam . (No Fee) Participants gain confidence in social situations and have fun! Participants are driven home at approximately 10:00 p m. . Only 14 participants are accepted because of limited bus seating . The bus will depart from 105 Clover Drive at 6:00 p m. . and return at 10:00 p m. . on the following dates: Wednesdays, (October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2)

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*All information for programs and Steppingstone Park Indoor Playscape and facilities will be subject to change due to Birthday Parties Indoor playground for children ages 2 - 7 . Must show park pass the COVID-19 situation. for admittance (two guests welcome per park pass) . Open As the seasons begin to change, we encourage you to continue Monday-Sunday from 8:45 a m. . - 7:30 p m. . Reservations are to enjoy our various parks and facilities . Hike through Kings required (or first-come, first-served) . An adult must be present- Point Park, stop to watch the sunset at Steppingstone Park, NO drop-offs permitted . Call 487-9228 or to reserve an open play slot . Also, celebrate your child’s birthday in a private party room skate at our Andrew Stergiopoulos Ice Rink or reserve tennis at Steppingstone Park with one of our unique birthday packages . time at the Parkwood Tennis Center . There is a world of nature Includes invitations, pizza, cake, 2 party hosts and more . To book and recreation to explore in our district a party call (516) 482-0355 . Great Neck House 14 Arrandale Avenue | 482-0355 General Information If you haven’t already done so, you will need to create your new Admission to Great Neck House requires a park pass . Our Sundays account on our website to receive a current park pass, which is @ 3 Series features music by professional artists or entertainment necessary to register for courses, attend programs & films and be for the whole family on Sunday afternoons at 3 p m. . Weekend films admitted to parks and sports facilities . Parking window decals, are shown Fridays at 8 p m. ;. Saturdays at 5 & 8 p m. . and Sundays monthly/daily parking tickets, tennis stickers and tennis hourly- at 7:30 p m. . Local artists present their work in exhibits displayed at play coupons are also available . Registration for programs can be Great Neck House (if interested in presenting, call the number listed done at www g. nparks o. rg . Our information can also be found in above) . Monthly “Defensive Driving” courses are offered, as well as a our seasonal brochures, the park column in local newspapers, on selection of classes for adults and children . Facebook or twitter . Andrew Stergiopoulos Ice Rink 65 Arrandale Avenue | 487-2976 Public sessions and skate school lessons are available for beginners through advanced level skaters beginning in September . Private lessons are available . For an appointment, inquire at the rink . The Bruins FUN-damental Ice Hockey is open to children 5 - 12 years old . The program includes clinics, practices and intramural competition . Great Neck Bruins competitive Travel Ice Hockey Program is a program for children ages 7-17 . For more information call 487-2975, Ext . 118 .

Parkwood Indoor Tennis Center 65 Arrandale Ave. | 829-9050 Featuring four Har-Tru courts, the tennis center offers lessons (for all levels) and teams . Seasonal court time for the 32-week season is available . Open court time may be reserved up to seven days in advance for Park District residents and up to three days in advance for non-residents . Register for all tennis programs at the Tennis Center .

Nature Program 482-0355 A series of nature programs, held in various places in and out of the District, is led by an experienced naturalist/teacher . Sessions are free of charge, except when indicated . Pre-registration is required . Children under 16 years of age may not attend . Call 482-0355 .

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GREAT NECK LIBRARY: A PLACE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING The Great Neck Library continues in its tradition of being a center of community information, education and culture through offering a variety of programs and services . From babies to seniors, we serve the entire Great Neck Community every day! Please check our website (www.greatnecklibrary.org) for updates, services and online programs during the pandemic. Main Library: 466-8055 Station Branch: 466-8055, ext. 234/235 159 Bayview Avenue, Great Neck 11023 The Gardens at Great Neck Plaza Monday, 9:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . 26 Great Neck Road (2nd level) Tuesday, 9:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Great Neck 11021 Wednesday, 10:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Monday, 9:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Thursday, 9:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Tuesday, 10:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Friday, 9:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Wednesday, 10:00 a m. . to 6:00 p m. . Saturday, 10:00 a m. . to 6:00 p m. . Thursday, 9:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Sunday, 1:00 to 5:00 p m. *. Friday, 10:00 a m. . to 6:00 p m. . (*please check Library website) Saturday, 10:00 a m. . to 6:00 p m. . Parkville Branch: 466-8055, ext. 273 Sunday, Closed 10 Campbell Street (off Lakeville Road) Lakeville Branch: 466-8055, ext. 232 New Hyde Park 11040 475 Great Neck Road, Great Neck 11021 Monday, 10:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Monday, 10:00 a m. . to 6:00 p m. . Tuesday, 9:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Tuesday, 10:00 a m. . to 6:00 p m. . Wednesday, 10:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Wednesday, 10:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Thursday, 9:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Thursday, 10:00 a m. . to 9:00 p m. . Friday, 10:00 a m. . to 6:00 p m. . Friday, 10:00 a m. . to 6:00 p m. . Saturday, 10:00 a m. . to 6:00 p m. . Saturday, 10:00 a m. . to 6:00 p m. . Sunday, 1:00 to 5:00 p m. *. Sunday, Closed (*please check Library website)

Levels Teen Center Great Neck Library Main Building, 159 Bayview Avenue, Great Neck 11023 Call Levels at (516) 466-8055, ext . 216 • levels@greatnecklibrary org. Mondays through Thursdays, 3:00 p m. . to 10:00 p m. . Fridays, 3:00 p m. . to 12:00 a m. . midnight Saturdays, 6:00 p m. . to 12:00 a m. . midnight (Levels operating schedule will vary according to school holidays ). Library Information Please visit the Library website at www greatnecklibrary. org. or call (516) 466-8055 . An Auto Attendant provides recorded information about Library hours and emergency closings .

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50 HOW TO REGISTER: You may register online, via telephone, or mail, or in person. To register by mail, you may use the registration form on the opposite page. ONLINE: For Returning Students: Sign in with your email address and then click on "Forgot Password" . This will allow you to create a password for Online Registration . Your login name MUST BE your email address . A temporary password will be sent to that email address . You will then use that temporary password to create your own personal password . Students can register for courses online at: https://apm .activecommunities .com/gnpscommunityed . (Please note, online registration is unavailable for trips, special events and, Driver’s Education .) Payment must be made by major credit card (MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or Discover) . If you have any problems registering online or creating an account, please call our office at (516) 441-4949 . BY PHONE: T elephone registrations are accepted at (516) 441-4949 . Payment must be made by major credit card (MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or Discover) . BY MAIL: The registration form can be mailed to GNPS Community Education at 30 Cumberland Avenue, Great Neck NY 11020 . Payment must accompany registration form, and can be made by personal check made out to “Great Neck Public Schools”, or major credit card (MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or Discover) . IN PERSON: Visit our office located at 30 Cumberland Avenue . Payment can be made by personal check made out to “Great Neck Public Schools”, major credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover), or cash (please bring exact change) . FOR ACTIVE AND RETIRED GREAT NECK PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT EMPLOYEES: Employee discounts available for phone registrations only . Great Neck Public Schools Community Education Non-Profit Organization 30 Cumberland Avenue U.S. Postage Great Neck, NY 11020-1402 PAID www.greatneck.k12.ny.us Permit No. 1594 (516) 441-4949 Flushing, NY

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