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IDGEWOOD
Community School
Fall 2015
TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
50 PLUS CARD................................................2
DAY TOURS ....................................................3
EDUCATION CENTER
49 COTTAGE PLACE, SECOND FLOOR
RIDGEWOOD
HANDCRAFTING .............................................19
HEALTH, FITNESS & WELLNESS........................21
MUSIC .........................................................32
PERSONAL GROWTH & FAMILY ISSUES ...............33
SPORTS ........................................................33
FACULTY .......................................................38
GENERAL INFORMATION
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DAY TOURS
For all trips and tours, your reservations will be confirmed in writing by RCS approximately 2 weeks before the trip
date. Withdrawals made in writing three (3) days prior to the tour will be accepted and your money refunded to you
(minus $25 registration fee per ticket) provided we have a waiting list for that tour and your space can be resold.
Tours run rain or shine.
NEW!
NEW!
Register early!
47th Annual Apple Harvest Festival in Southington, Connecticut &
Danbury Railway Museum at Fall Foliage Tim
NEW!
DAY TOURS
For all trips and tours, your reservations will be confirmed in writing by RCS approximately 2 weeks before the trip
date. Withdrawals made in writing three (3) days prior to the tour will be accepted and your money refunded to you
(minus $25 registration fee per ticket) provided we have a waiting list for that tour and your space can be resold.
Tours run rain or shine.
NEW!
NEW!
NEW!
Group Tours & Travel LLC
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania was founded on Christmas Eve in 1741 and is affectionately nicknamed Christmas City. It possesses
charming architecture, a wonderful collection of unique stores, an outdoor market and numerous other attractions. A highlight
of our afternoon is an Old-Fashioned Moravian Christmas concert. Held in the intimate setting of the historic Central
Moravian Church, this enchanting holiday performance features appearances by a Brass Quartet and the Central Moravian
Church Choir, along with the glorious sounds of the churchs pipe organ. For enhanced enjoyment, our reserved seats are in
the first few rows of the church. Prior to the concert, lunch is on your own in one of the many restaurants in town along with
time to browse in the many quaint stores and outdoor vendors. After our concert, we visit Christkindlmarkt, which is
recognized by Travel and Leisure as one of the top holiday markets in the world. Featured are over 100 vendors, live holiday
music, food and much more. Its an excellent opportunity to find that perfect gift for a loved one or yourself.
$100
006-Saturday, December 5, 2015
The tour departs from Ridgewood at 8:00 am and returns at approximately 6:45 pm. Cars may be parked in the lot
during the tour at your own risk.
DAY TOURS
For all trips and tours, your reservations will be confirmed in writing by RCS approximately 2 weeks before the trip
date. Withdrawals made in writing three (3) days prior to the tour will be accepted and your money refunded to you
(minus $25 registration fee per ticket) provided we have a waiting list for that tour and your space can be resold.
Tours run rain or shine.
NEW!
NEW!
Group Tours & Travel LLC
Thanksgiving will be over, the turkey will all be eaten.and all of a sudden it will be crunch time to find that special and unique gift
for friends, family, and, of course, yourself. Leave the driving to us, as we enjoy a unique shopping event in Poughkeepsie, New York.
We begin with a delightful Sunday Brunch in a restaurant that boasts beautiful views of the Hudson River. The main focus of our day
is free time to browse (a little over two hours) on your own at the more than 100 juried artists booths exhibiting hand-crafted
goods. Some of their pieces are considered fine art and will include, including jewelry, glass, pottery, fabric, porcelain, wood, clay and
more. Additionally, there are many specialty food vendors.
$125
008-Sunday, November 29, 2015
Departs from Ridgewoods Graydon Pool Parking lot (on the corner of Linwood Avenue & Northern Parkway) at
9:45 am and returns at approximately 5:30 pm. Cars may be parked in the lot during the tour at your own risk.
MULTI-DAY TOURS
The tours below are escorted by Group Tours, Inc. For a complete itinerary including the deposit schedules, refund
information and final payment dates, please call the RCS office. Any refunds given will be less a $25 per person
registration fee. Tours run rain or shine.
NEW!
Elk Preserve in Pennsylvania & Pennsylvanias Grand Canyon at Fall Foliage Time
MULTI-DAY TOURS
The tours below are escorted by Group Tours, Inc. For a complete itinerary including the deposit schedules, refund
information and final payment dates, please call the RCS office. Any refunds given will be less a $25 per person
registration fee. Tours run rain or shine.
MULTI-DAY TOURS
The tours below are escorted by Group Tours, Inc. For a complete itinerary including the deposit schedules, refund
information and final payment dates, please call the RCS office. Any refunds given will be less a $25 per person
registration fee. Tours run rain or shine.
COMPUTER LITERACY
On the following pages, you will find the RCS computer course offerings. Please adhere to the suggested levels
and check the pre-requisites before registering for a course. Each student will be working on his or her own
laptop computer, which is provided by the school. Operating systems are Macintosh OS 10 and Windows.
Information about Level I Computer Classes: Level I includes basic courses for students who are novice computer
users. Both PC courses (for IBM compatible computers) and Macintosh classes are offered. After completion of a Level I
course, you may study word-processing, spreadsheets, the Internet, etc. which are offered in Level II.
Tomohiro Kubo
This is a beginning course for the first
time computer user/owner. If you have
just purchased a PC or laptop or just
started using one, chances are you have
the new Windows 8 platform on your
machine. This course will show you
everything you will need to know about
using your new computer to its fullest
capacity. The course will focus on
learning to use the mouse, logging on
and off of your computer, how to size
windows, how to create files and folders,
how to explore directories and programs,
how to utilize Windows system
accessories and generally navigate
through Windows. This course will provide
you with the essential skills to move on
to other courses.
$190
153-Mon
7-9:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 102
4 Sessions
Starts Oct 19
Facebook 101
Neil Valere
Are you wondering what everybody is
talking about? Want to know if
Facebook is right for you before you
jump in? Maybe you just want to see
your grandkids pictures. And if you are
already a Facebook user, are you using
Americas #1 social network correctly?
Well explain the basics and answer all
your questions. See how Facebook
users easily connect with friends,
brands, photos, news, information,
relatives, opportunities and more. $30
163-Thurs, Oct 22
7-8:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 102
One Session
Introduction to Word
Jodi Cooper
If you are a first time Word user or someone
who is struggling with Word, this course is
for you! This class will provide you with an
overview and firm foundation of Word
concepts. You will learn Word features and
the steps required to use these features
correctly. Through hands-on instruction and
practice time, you will learn how to: create,
save and edit documents, manipulate and
format text and paragraphs, set tabs, find
and replace text, and use proofing tools.
Pre-requisite: knowledge of the keyboard,
Windows and proficient use of the mouse.
Typing ability is definitely a plus. Class size
limited.
$195
166-Tues
7-9:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 102
4 Sessions
Starts Nov 10
Introduction to Excel
Jodi Cooper
Pre-requisite: strong working knowledge
of Windows. Learn the capabilities of
this popular spreadsheet program in the
Windows environment. This introductory
class will help you set up cells and
formulas.
$195
161-Tues
7-9:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 102
4 Sessions
Starts Oct 6
Intro. To PowerPoint
Jodi Cooper
PowerPoint has become a valuable tool in
presenting information in an interactive
format. This course presents the basic
concepts of PowerPoint. Topics will
include: exploring PowerPoint toolbars,
the concepts of a slide show, creating
slides, inserting text into slides, using
graphics and constructing a basic
PowerPoint presentation.
$155
169-Mon
7-9:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 102
3 Sessions
Starts Nov 16
ChromeBooks, GoogleChrome,
GoogleDrive and GoogleApps!
It is HIGHLY recommended that all students in computer classes have access to a computer in their
home or office to practice what they have learned and reinforce the skills and concepts.
COMPUTER LITERACY
Information About Level II Computer Classes: Each of these courses requires a good understanding of the
Windows operating system. None of them are intended for beginners. Please be guided by the requirements under each
course heading to insure that your learning experience and that of your fellow students will be a rewarding one. If you are
unsure of your level, our office staff will try and help you with your selection. Unfortunately, we cannot grant refunds or
credits to students who sign themselves up for the wrong level.
Selling on eBay
Rick Feingold
Millions of people earn a part-time or
full-time income on EBAY and you
could, too. Learn from an EBAY
PowerSeller how to sell successfully-from start to finish. Topics include: How
EBAY works, safe trading, registering on
EBAY, selecting items to sell, learning
the value of your items, pricing your
merchandise, writing a description,
photos, using a PayPal account to
process payments, shipping your goods,
EBAY and PayPal fees, collecting
payment, delivery confirmation, handling
feedback, and more.
$50
159-Thurs, Oct 22
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 212
One Session
Steve Fowls
If you have a digital camera filled with
pictures but are not comfortable
downloading to your computer, this
class is designed for you. Students will
learn to: download images from their
digital camera to a computer; sort
images into folders, create photo
albums in their computer and online,
edit individual images, create collages
of photos; and send photos and photo
albums to others over the internet as
well as how to print hard copies of the
photos and albums. This is a hands-on
class using the schools computers.
The image software used in class will
be Googles Picasa which is free as is
the online Picasa album website.
Students must be familiar with
computers, have their own email
account, know how to use a mouse,
and how to search the web using a
program such as Google.
$100
155-Wed
7-9 pm
BFMS
Rm 102
3 Sessions
Starts Nov 11
NEW!
Mary Lou Handy
This hands-on workshop will introduce
parents to Chromebooks and Google
Apps for Education so that they are know
what it is like for their children in grades
K-12 when they log-on at school. $30
171-Wed, Oct 28
7-8:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 102
One Session
Fran Kelley
If you have a LinkedIn profile, but dont know what to do with it, register for this class!
We will go online live to the site so that you can ask questions and better understand
the sites features. LinkedIn can assist you in networking for a job search, making new
professional contacts, and staying in touch with colleagues. The class will introduce
you to LinkedIn, explain the basic features, discuss what to include in your profile to
get you noticed by recruiters and hiring managers and how to use it to your advantage
in looking for a new position or making new contacts. Fee includes a step-by-step
guide to help you create an optimized LinkedIn profile. Enrollment is limited.
$50
102-Tues, Nov 3
7:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 205
One Session
10
Fran Kelley
Be ready when opportunity knocks!
Maintaining an updated resume is
one of the surest ways to increase
your marketability! This workshop
offers you the chance to develop or
update your resume, incorporating the
latest formatting and search trends.
Work with a professional resume writer
who will critique your completed draft.
We will walk you through a simple,
highly effective approach to cover
letters that will get your resume to the
top of the pile and position you for
appropriate jobs.
$100
115-Tues
7:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 205
2 Sessions
Oct 6 & 13
Speaking Up
Sam Nutile
How many times have you been in a
situation (whether business or personal)
where you felt the need to speak up but
you missed the opportunity? You are
not alone. It has been said that 90% of
the population face that same obstacle
every day. Why not expand your ability
to speak up? In this class you will learn
the techniques that will put you in the
10% of the population who can easily
speak up at the proper time. This is a
fun course which will explore the
reluctance people have in speaking up
and will offer you a secure and solid
foundation for expressing your opinions
and ideas with confidence. It will
enhance both your social and business
opportunities.
$75
113-Mon
7:30-9 pm
BFMS
Rm 122
6 Sessions
Starts Oct 5
11
Fran Kelley
If you really want to brush up on your
interviewing skills, you may want to think
about taking both this class and the
Mock Interview class. This class will
bring you up to speed on what to expect on
todays interviews. Then, Mock Interview
will give you a chance to practice what you
have learned. If you havent interviewed in
awhile, you will be surprised to learn
how much interviews have changed.
Topics covered include: behavioral
interview questions, the importance of
body language and eye contact, and
mastering your elevator speech. As a
special bonus, we will cover telephone
interviewing, the most common way the
interview starts today.
$30
107-Tues, Oct 20
7:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 205
One Session
Mary Fitzgerald
Did you know that Entrepreneur
Magazine said that home staging is one
of the best businesses to get into?
This introductory course serves as an
in-depth overview of the opportunities
facing the Home Staging Industry and
how the APSD home stager can play a
vital role in its growth. You will also
learn some Hands-on strategies to try
staging on your own, to see if this is a
career or business that you would like to
explore in more detail.
$40
119-Mon
7-9 pm
BFMS
Rm 107
2 Sessions
Oct 19 & 26
Fran Kelley
Interviews are on the rise but competition
for jobs is fierce. Many candidates
spend hundreds of dollars to work with
a career coach and practice their
interviewing skills. In this class, you will
practice answering behavioral interview
questions. These are the questions you
will get on interviews today. You will get
constructive feedback from the
instructor and other participants when
you are done with your practice
interview. Better to learn in a safe
environment than when you are on a
live interview. Class size is limited to
6 participants.
$40
105-Tues, Oct 27
7:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 205
One Session
Such a Voice
In what could be one of the most
enlightening 2 hours youve ever spent,
this class will show you how YOU could
actually begin using your speaking
voice for commercials, films, and
videos! Most people go about it the
wrong way. In this class, you will learn
about a unique, outside-of-the-box way to
cash in on one of the most lucrative full or
part-time careers out there! This is a
business that you can handle on your
own terms, on your own turf, in your
own time, and with practically no
overhead! And NOW is the best time to
make this happen as new companies
are looking for new voices like never
before. This exciting and fun class
could be the game changer youve
been looking for!
$42
104-Thurs, Oct 22
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 232
One Session
Robert Kaufman
This course will give an introduction to
the issues involved in making the
decision to start your own business, and
what you need to do to turn your idea
for a business into a reality. Topics
covered will include how to evaluate the
business opportunity, items to be
included in a business plan. We will also
discuss budgeting and cash flow, skills
needed and time requirements, types of
business entities (partnerships, LLCs,
sole proprietorships and franchises) and
whether starting a business is a good
idea for you. During the course, we will
discuss everyones particular business
idea as well.
$40
116-Wed
8-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 230
2 Sessions
Oct 14 & 21
Career Management
NEW!
Workshop Strategies
to Move Your Career Forward
Corey Kallet
To be truly successful in your career takes
a lot of work. Regardless of the industry
you are in or the position you hold, it
wont happen by itself. You have to take
control of your own destiny. In this
workshop you will learn the tools and
techniques needed to effectively manage
your career so that you can achieve your
professional goals. We will talk about
identifying your strengths and how to
leverage them, how to overcome your
weaknesses, the importance of developing
a career plan and how to do it, how to
handle situations at work that are holding
you back, how to take advantage of
opportunities in the workplace and so
much more. If you are interested in
moving forward more quickly, this
workshop is a must.
$40
118-Wed
7:30-9 pm
RHS
Rm 208
2 Sessions
Oct 7 & 14
MT Schwartzman
There is nothing more thrilling for a
writer than pitching an idea, placing the
story and getting a check. In this course,
you will learn techniques that are proven
to work, whether your goal is writing for
print media or selling stories on the
internet. Classes will cover how to come
up with original ideas based on personal
experience or professional expertise,
how to find the right outlet for your
story and how to write an effective
story proposal.
$75
117-Thurs
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 234
5 Sessions
Starts Oct 1
Jennifer Gray
NEW!
In this class you will learn
how to get paid to shop.
Companies seek out the services of
Mystery Shoppers (aka Secret Shoppers)
to gain valuable insights into their
businesses, to learn how their employees
treat customers and if they follow
policies when management is not
present. There are hundreds of dollars
in available assignments in Bergen
County each day. Jennifer will teach you
how to get access to and take advantage
of these opportunities to generate
creative supplemental income.
$35
108-Wed, Oct 14
7-8:30 pm
RHS
Rm 212
One Session
CREATIVE ARTS
Sheila Richter
This class will introduce students to the Italic style using the broad-edged pen to write the elegant, graceful handwriting of the
Italian Renaissance. This style is ever-popular both as an introduction to calligraphy and to use for invitations, envelopes and
fine art calligraphy. Using professional tools (dip pens and ink rather than fountain pens or markers) students will learn this
beautiful alphabet through a step-by-step approach including basic strokes -- minuscules (lower case), capitals, numbers and
punctuation. By developing skill with the broad edged pen, students will be ready to try other styles or leave with a good
foundation to continue their study of Italic. All supplies (cost approx. $40) will be available to purchase from the instructor at the
first class. When registering for class, please indicate if you are left-handed as the nibs are slightly different. Broad-edged
practice between classes is essential.
$120
210-Tues
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 216
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
12
CREATIVE ARTS
Painting in Oils or Acrylics
Anne Winner
Techniques of traditional painting are explored, in
either oil or acrylic medium. Beginning and
experienced painters are welcome. Students will be
encouraged to develop their own style and voice
through their choice of subject matter. The formal
elements of painting such as color theory and
structure are introduced. Supply list available. $125
208-Tues
12:30-2:30 pm
206-Tues
3-5 pm
Unitarian Society
Fellowship Rm
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
Joel Popadics
Paint in a traditional, realistic way in
this watercolor class for artists of all
levels. Students will learn how to paint
landscapes, seascapes, marine and still
life using a transparent approach to
watercolor. A brief demonstration will
be given during each session. Topics
will vary from tricky techniques to
universal painting concepts. The
balance of time will be spent on
individual instruction. Supply list
available.
$180
219-Thurs
2-5 pm
Ridgewood Art Inst.
East Studio
9 Sessions
Starts Oct 1
Thomas P. Valenti
Beginner watercolor simplified a
course for people of all ages. If you have
never even held a brush, this is the
course for you. All the mysteries and
misconceptions of watercolor painting
will be revealed and explained. Students
will be guided through the course and will
learn everything they need to know in
order to produce beautiful paintings. The
first evening is devoted to a discussion of
materials and how to fit them into the
individual students budget. Supplies will
be discussed at first class.
$125
220-Wed
7:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 138
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
13
Painting in Oils
Bill Brown
Beginners, as well as more experienced painters, are welcome to study
traditional oil painting. Each class will have several still life and floral
set-ups. Landscape painting will be taught and encouraged to those
interested. Achieving an overall light and atmospheric effect as
revealed by nature is emphasized. You will learn the principles of
painting and developing form. Instead of just learning how to paint,
you will learn why to use a particular color or tone. During each
session an equal balance of time is spent on individual instruction.
Award winning artist, Diana K. Gibson, will assist the class if enrollment
is sufficient. Supply list available. Supply list available.
$125
203-Tues
7:30-9:30 pm
Ridgewood Art Inst.
West Studio
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
Thomas P. Valenti
This course is designed for anyone with
a reasonably good understanding of
how to handle watercolor techniques.
While Watercolor for Beginners
focused primarily on learning technique,
level II will concentrate on using the
medium to create effects from morning
mist to evening dusk; the way color
changes take place from one season to
another; and painting three-dimensional
objects. Discussions and demonstrations
provide the student with unlimited
information. Four colors will be added
to the seven-color palette used in
Watercolor for Beginners. Supply list
available.
$125
221-Tues
7:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 198
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
414-Thurs
Ed Center
9 Sessions
12:30-2:30 pm
2nd Fl, Conference Rm
Starts Oct 1
Supply lists will be sent upon request, via email or fax or they can be picked up at the RCS office.
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Joe Rosario
Actors need to
know how to
break down a
script with ease.
They also must develop a
character that is believable. To do that,
you must first start with the script. We
will workshop important scripts and
bring them to life. You will learn all the
mportant techniques while breaking
down great scripts. We will learn things
like how to uncover the screenwriters
intentions, character arcs and story
beats, genre rules, character components
and more. This is a great course for all
who want to dive right into the process
and learn important tools to excel your
craft. Be prepared for a course that will
change your acting and your life! $125
202-Thurs
7:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 116
8 Sessions
Starts Oct 1
Beginner/Intermediate Drawing
Rina Goldhagen
If you have always wanted to learn how
to draw, but have been frustrated with it
in the past, we urge you to try this class.
If your drawing skills are good but you
dont know how to take it to the next
level, take this class. It is a real how to
class that will give you the right
foundation for successful drawing and
will challenge you to achieve more than
you thought was possible. Students will
learn basic drawing techniques chosen to
train their perceptions and enhance their
hand-eye coordination. They will learn
how to compose a drawing, identify the
range of values in the objects they draw,
use shading to give their subjects
volume, observe and draw negative
space and much more. Planned projects
include two still life arrangements and a
hand portrait. Students will pay a
materials fee of $30 to the instructor at
the first class for art supplies.
$115
209-Mon
7-9 pm
BFMS
Rm 106
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 28
Vincent Marchese
This course is designed for the beginner as well as
someone with a little experience who would like a
refresher. The course will cover all the basics of good
picture taking, including but not limited to F Stops
and depth of field, shutter speeds and motion,
composition and exposure. Smart Phone
photography will be briefly touched on as well.
Attention will be given to each individual student with
weekly critiques of assignments from topics as
diverse as landscapes, portraits, children, architecture,
abstracts, etc. in both color and black and white. Students will
be encouraged to compile their best work into a portfolio.
Students will have the opportunity to display their
photographs in a group show featured at the Paterson
Museum, complete with a reception for invited guests. One
class will be a photo shoot at Ringwood State Park, which will
be scheduled on a mutually convenient Saturday or Sunday
afternoon. It is highly recommended that students purchase the
textbook (John Hedgecoes New Introductory Photography Course;
ISBN 1-85732-836-1) which can be purchased online through
Amazon or E-Bay. You can contact the Instructor with any
questions at 201-414-1337 or e-mail him at
vtmarchese@earthlink.net.
$95
211-Tues
6:30-8 pm
RHS
Rm 214
8 Sessions
Starts Oct 6
CREATIVE ARTS
Linear Perspective
Drawing for Artists
and Designers
NEW!
Donald Rubin
The ability to draw linear perspectives is
a valuable skill for artists in representing
realistic three-dimensional reality on a
two-dimensional surface. In this course,
students will learn the principles of oneand two-point perspective by
demonstration and by hands-on drawing
projects. Intuitive, graphic, and
uncomplicated mathematical methods
will be used. A list of required materials
will be provided upon registration. $120
205-Mon
7-9 pm
BFMS
Art Rm
6 Sessions
Starts Oct 19
Vincent Marchese
Largely self-directed, this course introduces students to methods
of seeing as they explore multiple modes of photography.
Students will learn different capture methods as they develop
their technical and analytical skills. Students are encouraged to
embrace creative risks as they respond to conceptual and
aesthetic challenges, exploring the possibilities of the medium in
both color and black and white and refining their craft. Weekly
photographic assignments, discussions, lectures, field trips, and
critiques further the students understanding of picture-making
possibilities in all areas of photography. The understanding and
creative use of light will be the underlying foundation that will
cover the wide variety of topics including but not limited to:
landscapes, environmental portraits, still lifes, architectural,
figure studies and more. This course will also familiarize each
student with the major conceptual, ideological, and cultural
issues that have impacted and defined the history of photography
from 1839 to the present. Each student will research a
photographer of their choice as well as develop a portfolio of
work with the end result being a show at the Paterson Museum,
complete with a reception for family and friends. Dates and
locations for the field trips and the show will be discussed in class.
It is highly recommended that students purchase the photo
textbook, (John Hedgecoes New Introductory Photography Course;
ISBN 1-85732-836-1) this textbook can be purchased on line
through Amazon or E-Bay. You contact the Instructor with any
questions at 201-414-1337 or e-mail him at
vtmarchese@earthlink.net.
$115
212-Thurs
6:30-8 pm
RHS
Rm 214
8 Sessions
Starts Oct 8
14
CULINARY ARTS
Baklava Simplified
NEW!
Kim Hendrickson
Baklava is a dessert that everyone enjoys and one
that everyone thinks is so difficult to make! Kim will show you
how very simple this sweet, layered confection is in just one
night. First she will demonstrate the basic techniques, then
coach you while you make your own. You won't need to go to
your local Greek restaurant just for dessert, ever again. Bring a
9"X13" baking pan to class, as well as an apron, towel, paring
knife, chopping knife, and a container to take home your
baklava. Tuition includes a food fee of $12.
$52
255-Wed, Sept 30
7-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 148
One Session
NEW!
Kim Hendrickson
Kim will prepare 10 different healthy drinks featuring fresh fruit,
veggies, nutritional grains and sweeteners while she explains
the importance of each ingredient. Learn how to create your
next breakfast or meal substitute while you taste them all.
Immunity Shake, Strawberry Flaxtini and Coconut Melon Detox
Smoothie are just a few drinks she plans to prepare. If you
enjoy taste-testing, listening to healthy information and just a
little bit of food prep: then this is the class for you. Bring a
paring knife and kitchen towel to class. Tuition includes a
food fee of $10.
$50
256-Thurs, Oct 1
7-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 148
One Session
NEW!
Kim Hendrickson
In two nights Kim will demo and then give you a chance to perfect
classic sauces that can enhance any seafood or meat dish.
Everyone thinks making sauces is so difficult, but Kim will show
you how very simple they are once you know the standard
structure for each category of sauces: cream, butter, wine, stock &
frond. Come hungry because you need to taste what you prepare
and one cannot taste sauces without a piece of chicken or fish,
right? Bring a paring knife, chopping knife, apron, kitchen towel
and lots of liquid containers to take the uneaten sauces home.
Tuition includes a food fee of $25.
75
257-Wed & Thurs
7-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 148
2 Sessions
October 7 & 8
NEW!
Kim Hendrickson
Think you know all about coffee? Kim doesn't promise that you
will change your favorite brand BUT she does guarantee that
you will never taste a cup of coffee the same way again! In
between explaining how coffee is grown and processed, she
will serve a variety of coffees from areas around the world
including a choice Kona and a rare Lewak coffee. Health
benefits and historical trivia will also be discussed. Spend a
night relaxing and sipping coffee with new friends! Tuition
includes a food fee of $10.
$50
259-Wed, Oct 21
7-9:30
RHS
Rm 148
One Session
Scandinavian Cookies
NEW!
Kim Hendrickson
Your only notion of these cookies may be the blue tins of
supermarket Danish cookies. In reality, Scandinavian cookies
are rich with flavor and short of the cloying sugar taste of
most American cookies. With a focus on quality ingredients,
these easy to make cookies will put most of your other
cookies to shame. Each night 4 different cookies will be
prepared by the class and enjoyed at the end. See if these
recipes tempt you: Sugared Danish Pretzels, Norwegian Tosca
Squares, and Finnish Wedding Cookies. Come prepared to
class with a chopping knife, apron, kitchen towel and
containers to take cookies home. Tuition includes a food fee
of $30.
$90
260-Wed & Thurs
7-10 pm
RHS
Rm 148
3 Sessions
Oct 28, 29 & Nov 4
Cheese Tasting
NEW!
Kim Hendrickson
Do you know how cheese is made or the differences between
cheddar and raclette? In this delightful and informative evening,
Kim will focus on the differences of hard cheeses. You will learn
the history trivia, health benefits and manufacturing processes
while you taste 12-15 different cheeses. Tuition includes a food
fee of $8.
$48
261-Thurs, Oct 22
7-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 148
One Session
Kim Hendrickson
Do you need new ideas for easy holiday entertaining? This
class features eight different hors d'oeuvres in 2 nights. Night
one will focus on the large, grand appetizers that can serve a
crowd, and get cut into small bites by your guests. These
appetizers, like crab cheesecake, are usually made in advance.
The second night will be devoted to small 1-2 bite hors
d'oeuvres that will "wow" your guests during the holidays.
Come hungry and bring a paring and chopping knife, apron
and kitchen towel, plus a container to take any leftovers home.
Tuition includes a food fee of $24.
$74
262-Wed & Thurs
7-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 148
2 Sessions
Nov 11 & 12
Students attending Kim Hendrickson's classes should be at least 18 years of age.
NEW!
Kim Hendrickson
Whether you have a pasta machine or not, making pasta is really
very simple once you are shown how to do it. On the first night
Kim will demonstrate making pasta and then the class will then
explore basic pasta recipes to get used to the process. On the
second night your newly acquired skills will be put to the test
when we make filled ravioli and gnocchi. You will bring home
what you make. Bring your pasta machine if you have one, plus
a paring knife, apron, kitchen towel and lots of containers to
take pasta home. Tuition includes a food fee of $25.
$75
258-Wed & Thurs
7-10 pm
RHS
Rm 148
2 Sessions
October 14 & 15
15
Coffee Tasting
CULINARY ARTS
NEW!
Kim Hendrickson
On the first night we will focus on making the pie crust. Kim will demonstrate the process and explain the reasons why each
technique is needed to make perfect crust so that very same night you can make your own crust. Before you go home you will
decide which pie you want to make the next night. The next evening will start with eating the pie Kim made the night before then
you start making your own pie. Kim will be around to help throughout the evening and you may even have enough time to make
another batch of crust to freeze for the holidays. Please bring a paring knife, apron, kitchen towel, and container to take your
pie home. Tuition includes a food fee of $15.
$65
263-Wed & Thurs
7-10 pm
RHS
Rm 148
2 Sessions
Nov 18 & 19
9-10 am
Starts Oct 2
10-11:30 am
Starts Sept 29
Fusion-Int/Adv
301-Fri
10 Sessions
Fusion-Ball
313-Tues
10 Sessions
9-10 am
Starts Sept 29
Modern (Adult)
324-Tues
10 Sessions
NEW!
10-11:30 am
Starts Oct 1
Steve Tichenor
Join us to learn and practice some of the dances that were popular from the Playford era to the Victorian era in Europe and
America. Have fun dancing some of the Regency era dances seen in movies made from the famous Jane Austen books. All skill
levels welcome. The instruction is informal because the more experienced dancers will work along with the less experienced ones.
No costume or wardrobe required for these practice sessions. Upon registration, you will be given a comprehensive calendar for
the year and you will be placed on an email list that will keep you informed on any changes or updates. Cancellations could occur
due to out-of-town re-enactments involving some of the members and other school closings. There are usually no makeup
sessions. The fee is for the school year.
$45
300-Fridays - Starting Oct 2
8-9:30 pm
Somerville Sch
Basement Cafeteria
Ongoing
16
Lestat
Also known as the East Coast Swing, Jitterbug and Jive, this is
the most famous American folk dance. Both triple and single
rhythms will be taught. Couples only.
$150/couple
310-Tues
7-8 pm
Travell Sch
Multi-Purpose Rm
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
Lestat
A prior understanding of East Coast Swing is helpful. In
addition to triple and single rhythms, double and lindy
rhythms will also be taught. Couples only.
$150/couple
312-Tues
8-9 pm
Travell Sch
Multi-Purpose Rm
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
Lestat
This eight-week course will cover some of the following
dances: Hustle (Disco), Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango and Swing. By
the end of the course, you will have the confidence to join
your friends on the dance floor. Dances covered are at the
discretion of the instructor and depend on the interest and
ability of the class. Couples only.
$150/couple
307-Wed
8-9 pm
Travell Sch
Multi-Purpose Rm
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
Lestat
This eight-week course will cover some of the following
dances: Samba, Mambo/Salsa, Rumba, Cha Cha and
Merengue. Dances covered are at the discretion of the
instructor and depend on the interest and ability of the class.
Couples only.
$150/couple
306-Wed
7-8 pm
Travell Sch
Multi-Purpose Rm
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
FINANCE, INVESTMENTS
Adult Ballet
AOM Faculty
This ten week course will include an introduction to classical
ballet technique. The hour-long class will begin at the barre
and move to center floor exercises and across the floor work.
Emphasis will be placed on proper alignment, fundamentals of
technique and musicality. Ballet slippers are required and
dance attire is preferred.
$160
For the True Beginner/Fundamentals of Ballet
317-Fri
12:30-1:30 pm
10 Sessions
Starts Oct 2
For Intermediate/Advanced
320-Wed
10-11:30 am
10 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
For Intermediate/Advanced
321-Fri
10-11:30 am
10 Sessions
Starts Oct 2
Art of Motion Studio, 17 Chestnut Street, Ridgewood
AND
THE LAW
50+
17
Divorce
50+
FINANCE, INVESTMENTS
50+
AND
THE LAW
Rick Feingold
Smart travelers use money saving
strategies to travel the world for free and
sleep cheap. This seminar will teach you
how to use simple techniques to get free
airline tickets and low cost lodging
accommodations. Learn about little
known airline special offers and how to
get bumped for future free airline tickets.
Take advantage of lodging options such
as apartment rentals, campus lodging,
staying in monasteries or home
exchanges. Sleep cheap in top-grade
hotels by using Priceline or Hotwire. Get
paid to travel by taking photos and
writing about your vacation.
$30
362-Thurs, Oct 29
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 212
One Session
Rick Feingold
Stop being hassled when you shop for a
car. Learn about hidden incentives such
as factory-to-dealer rebates and
holdbacks that enable dealers to sell
their vehicles at dealer invoice or less.
Savvy consumers use the internet to
force dealers to bid for their business
when buying a car--you can, too. We will
discuss how to find sources of FREE info
on dealer invoice costs, how to make an
offer, negotiating by telephone and the
internet, selling/trading in your present
car, and controlling the negotiations.
Included is how to locate professional
buying services to represent you at the
bargaining table.
$30
370-Thurs, Oct 15
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 212
One Session
18
FINANCE, INVESTMENTS
Estate & Tax Planning
AND
Law
50+ Elder
Michael A. Manna
Michael A. Manna
This course is designed to acquaint individuals with the value
of a professionally drawn will, the necessity of a financial
power of attorney and the key provisions of a living
will/medical power of attorney. Seniors are also often totally
unaware of taxes that may be due to the state of NJ or the
federal government on their death. They are unaware that NJ
has the highest death taxes in any state in the country. Most
elders believe that estate taxes are being phased out and are
of no concern. Few know about the new estate tax New
Jersey Adopted in July of 2002. This tax is imposed on estates
larger than $675,000. New Jersey also has an inheritance tax
that can be as high as 16%. This tax is imposed on the
estates of people who have no spouse or children and leave
the money to other family members or friends. Methods to
reduce these taxes as well as the pros and cons of gifts and
gift taxes will also be discussed.
$30 per family
357-Wed, Oct 28
7:30-9 pm
RHS
Rm 206
One Session
HANDCRAFTING
Terry Kovalcik
This beginner's workshop will explore the seemingly endless
possibilities of creating silver jewelry with Precious Metal Clay.
It will introduce you to the different types of PMC (lump, sheet
and paste) in an easy step-by-step format. Topics covered will
include: working with the clay, creating forms, carving, molding,
texturing, firing, oxidizing, and polishing. Participants will
explore these techniques with an eye toward finding their own
voice and style through a choice of projects - pendants, hollow
forms, decorative beads, constructed forms and earrings. PMC
is a unique jewelry making material. This user-friendly product
is a malleable substance that is composed of fine silver
particles in an organic binder. It can be sculpted and
manipulated like potter's clay. After firing in a kiln, all that is left
is your unique design in pure (.999) silver. Materials fee* is
payable directly to instructor at class.
*Depends on price of silver Please note: Precious Metal Clay (PMC) is
based on the market price of silver which fluctuates daily. Due to the
continuing rise in the price of the silver, the price listed here may not
accurately reflect the current price of the material. Prices may end up
being higher or lower. At the time of this printing, the cost of PMC
materials for this class is approximately $92-$100.
$130
411-Tues
6:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 138
7 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
19
THE LAW
50+
La Shonda Tyree
Learn to enjoy the art of making hand crafted soap. Start your
journey with the history of soap making, the skin benefits of
vegetable oils and understand the safety practices necessary
to make soap. During session one, experience hands-on
making melt and pour soap and during session two observe
and assist making soap from scratch using the cold process
method of soap making. Unleash your creativity by customizing
your soaps with color, fragrance and other additives such as
herbs. Watch out...you can become addicted to soap making but at least it's a clean addiction. Please bring an apron,
goggles, latex gloves, painters mask and one 8 ounce heat
resistant glass measuring cup. A $25 materials fee is payable
to instructor at first class.
$60
423-Tues
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 148
2 Sessions
Oct 20 & 27
Beginning Knitting
Pat Hensley
In this class, you will learn the basic skills
to knit just about anything. Topics will
include casting on, knit stitch, purl stitch,
ribbing, increasing, decreasing and binding
off. You will learn how to read a pattern
and calculate your gauge. These basic
skills will prepare you to start a simple
project and youll be on your way to a
relaxing and enjoyable hobby. A knitting kit
is recommended and is available from the
instructor at the first class for $25.
Enrollment is limited.
$115
426-Wed
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 139
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
Beginner/Intermediate Knitting
Michelle Kupfer
In this class, you will learn the basic skills
to knit just about anything. Topics will
include casting on, knit stitch, purl stitch,
ribbing, increasing, decreasing and binding
off. You will learn how to read a pattern
and calculate your gauge. These basic
skills will prepare you to start a simple
project and youll be on your way to a
relaxing and enjoyable hobby. A knitting kit
is recommended and is available from the
instructor at the first class for $25.
Enrollment is limited. Intermediates will
work at their own pace.
$125
429-Tues
9-10:30 am
Ed Center 2nd Floor Conference Rm
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
Intermediate Knitting
Workshop
Michelle Kupfer
This workshop is for those knitters who
already know the basics like how to cast
on, knit and purl. Students will have the
opportunity to work independently on
their knitting projects, guided by the
instructor, and with moral support from
the fellow knitters. Bring a project of your
choice. Enrollment is limited.
$125
430-Tues
10:45 am-12:15 pm
Ed Center 2nd Floor Conference Rm
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
438-Tues
12:30-2 pm
Ed Center 2nd Floor Conference Rm
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
(Due to space constraints,
participants in classes held at
the Education Center are asked to
park in the metered lot.)
HANDCRAFTING
Crochet for Beginners
Adele Ellis
Never picked up a hook? Come and learn how to crochet - its easy and fun. In
this class you will learn the basic stitches, how to read a pattern and how to
make simple afghans, scarves and granny squares. The Tunisian stitch will also be
taught and this requires a special hook, called an afghan hook. This hook will be
available to purchase from the instructor and the cost will be between $3-$10.
Please bring a hook in size G or H and a ball of light colored worsted weight yarn
to the first class.
$95
407-Thurs
6-7:30 pm
RHS
Rm 138
9 Sessions
Starts Oct 1
Crochet is Fun
Adele Ellis
Crochet is everywhere! Come and learn everything you need to know to make a
great gift for someone or something special just for you. Learn how to make a
chain, new stitches, change yarn colors and much more. The class will include the
Tunisian stitch which requires a special hook, called an Afghan hook. This hook
will be available to purchase from the instructor ($3-$10). Please bring a hook in
size G or H & a ball of light colored yarn. Don't forget to bring in your project (if
you have one) to work on with the guidance of the instructor and encouragement
of fellow crocheters. This class is for both beginning and continuing students. $95
400-Mon
7-9 pm
BFMS
Rm 108
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 28
410-Thurs
RHS
9 Sessions
7:30-9:30 pm
Rm 138
Starts Oct 1
Stained Glass II
Patty Vangieri,
www.glassgallerynj.com
This is an open workshop
for those that have already
taken Stained Glass 1
and would like to work
independently, but in a group
environment. Branch out to new
projects such as lamps, a large flat
panel, cement stepping stones or
3-D pieces like jewelry boxes and
candleholders the choice is yours!
Material fee can range widely,
depending on your choice of project
and glass selection. Class size is
limited.
$150
425-Wed
6:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 194
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
20
HANDCRAFTING
Deirdre Mastrangelo
Come join the fun! Youll learn to make
beautiful, hand-stamped cards using a
variety of techniques. No prior craft
experience is necessary to enjoy this
class. Supply fees are paid to the
instructor at the beginning of each class.
Series cost is $65, individual
classes are $20 each.
Cards I
413-Wed, Oct 7
$20
Supply fee $13
Cards III
408-Wed, Oct 21
$20
Supply fee $13
Cards II
416-Wed, Oct 14
Cards IV
422-Wed, Oct 28
$20
Supply fee $13
$20
Supply fee $13
Mayra Petretti
Bobbin lace is an old type of handwork.
A few simple stitches lay the foundation
for the most intricate lace. Even the
simplest patterns can be used for
clothing, place mats and wall hangings.
Supply cost is $20.
$90
405-Tues
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 191/291
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
404-Wed
Ed Center
9 Sessions
9:15-11:15 am
2nd Floor
Starts Sept 30
Glass Painting
Betty Buffin
It's a paint party and you're invited!
Glass painting is a fun and affordable
craft that is perfect for creating beautiful
items to be displayed for special
occasions or to be given as a unique gift!
You will learn the step-by-step process of
painting finished designs (or your own
creations) on the drinking glass of your
choice using appropriate paint and
brushes. Betty has over 135 uniquely
painted wineglasses for inspiration.
Please note that the class is held at the
instructors home studio and she has
two cats. A materials fee of $12 is
payable to the instructor at class. $45
415-Fri, Oct 16
6-8:30 pm
417-Sat, Oct 17
10 am-12:30 pm
Instructor's Home Studio, Bergenfield
One Session
Face Painting
Betty Buffin
Learn how to paint step-by-step designs
and techniques from beautiful masquerade
faces to full animal faces from a
professional face painter who has had
great success at parties, bar/bat mitzvahs
and gatherings of all kinds. You will be
surprised at the number of ways this
playful and creative art form can be put
to use for fun and profit! Paint
artistically and be a star at your next
party. Please note that the class is held
at the instructors home studio and she
has two cats. A materials fee of $15 is
payable to the instructor at class. $45
419-Sat, Oct 10
10-12:30 pm
420-Fri, Oct 9
6-8:30 pm
Instructor's Home Studio, Bergenfield
One Session
NEW!
Robin DeCicco
Think that all foods labeled healthy are actually healthy? Confused about which snacks to buy in the store? If so, this
interactive two-part nutrition series is perfect for you. Come and learn about why popular food brands labeled good for you are
actually causing you to gain weight, feel sluggish and crave more junk. Holistic Nutritionist Robin DeCicco will then discuss which
ingredients are the best to eat for long-lasting energy and overall health. Healthy snacking is key to maintaining a healthy weight
and can act as preventative medicine in your body. Robin will sample featured recipes, including spicy chickpea snacks, no-bake
superfood energy balls and more. Food fee of $25 is payable to the instructor at the first class.
$50
454-Tues
7-8:30 pm
RHS
Room 206
2 Session
Oct 20 & 27
21
Gentle Yoga
Joan Tarrant
This course will be a gentle yoga class
with a special emphasis on the problems
of people with arthritis or other joint/
mobility issues. The goal will be for
participants to become more flexible and
prevent them from experiencing a loss of
function in body parts. They will also
experience an alleviation of pain. The class
will consist of a series of yoga asanas
(poses), which have been modified and
adapted to the participants needs. Chairs
will be used for people who have difficulty
using the floor. Pranayama (breathing
exercises) will be incorporated into the
class, to reduce stress and ease pain.
This class is not appropriate for pregnant
women. Please bring a mat or towel to
class. There will also be a guided
meditation in every class.
$125
456-Thurs
10-11am
Unitarian Society Fellowship Room
8 Sessions
Starts Oct 8
Aliza Rosen
A stretch class is like a good massage
that lasts for days. This class starts with
a thorough and easy to learn stretch
routine that anyone can do and finishes
with a modern meditation that relaxes
the mind and clears mental anguish. The
specific stretches are for the meridians or
energy pathways of the body. The benefits
are improved respiratory function, better
digestion, blood circulation, improved
immune system, loosening the joints and
it improves the mind-body connection.
Get in touch with your body, release stress
and unwind your mind with an easy
stretch class. No fitness or flexibility is
required. Wear comfortable clothes. $115
467-Wed
7-8 pm
RHS
Rm 116
6 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
Maryann Gebhardt
The practice of yoga quiets the mind and
releases tension while developing strength
and flexibility in the body. Sessions will
include breath work, posture practice,
meditation and relaxation. This class is
designed specifically for the novice.
Students should dress in comfortable,
layered clothing and bring a yoga mat
and large towel or blanket. This class
blends yoga and ayurveda.
$100
482-Wed
7:30-8:30 pm
Orchard Sch
Cafetorium
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
Learn to Meditate
Dharmachakra
Buddhist Center
Meditation leads to inner peace,
overcomes loneliness, improves
relationships and has many other
benefits for mind and body. Please join
an experienced meditation instructor
from Dharmachakra Buddhist Center in
Vauxhall, NJ to find out how you can
incorporate a fulfilling meditation
practice and learn methods for
improving mindfulness, concentration
and happiness. Beginners and those
wanting to continue to learn
meditation are welcome in these
classes.
$65
476-Tues
7:30-9 pm
RHS
Rm 116
4 Sessions
Starts Oct 20
Maryann Gebhardt
NEW!
Ayurvedic daily routines
teach us to connect with the
five elements of nature so we can live in
balance. This workshop is based on the
best seller Perfect Health, by Deepak
Chopra, M.D., and the Chopra Centers
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Program that teaches
you to easily bring balance and healing
into your life. Health is a state of
vibrant balance in which all the layers of
ones life are integrated. The Perfect
Health program provides the tools to
enhance your physical and emotional
well-being through your conscious
choices, enlivening the nourishing
connection between mind, body and
spirit. Learn a powerful regimen of
Ayurvedic practices designed to balance
the body and mind, enhance nutrition,
reduce emotional turbulence and reawaken the senses.
$40
464-Mon
7-8:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 111
2 Sessions
Oct 19 & 26
Ted Sheola
This class condenses more than 30 years
of research and practical application
into an all-new, information-packed
holistic health seminar. Topics covered
include: the best foods, herbs, and
nutrients for optimizing your ideal
weight, aging healthfully, improving joint
and bone health, as well as types of
fiber to cleanse and detoxify your body.
The instructor will also present tonics,
herbs and formulas from Chinese
medicine and Indian Ayurveda to
balance and tone your digestive system,
ward off colds and stress, and to
increase energy/ endurance. This
interactive seminar features recent
scientific research that validates ancient
wisdom and traditions in a clear and
practical way.
$36
463-Tues, Nov 3
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 212
One Session
23
STOP
Intro to Therapeutic
Essential Oils
Eda Alessio
Do you want to take charge of your
familys health? You can with therapeutic
grade essential oils, a natural solution
with no side effect, only side benefits.
Learn how these safe and powerful
essential oils can be used as alternatives
to over-the-counter and even prescription
medicines. You will have the opportunity
to experience a variety of oils in a variety
of ways during class and will leave smelling
and feeling great! A materials fee of $5 is
payable to the instructor at class.
$30
472-Thurs, Oct 15
7:30-9 pm
RHS
Rm 232
One Session
Be courteous...
Please do not use
your cell phone in
in
class.
class.
C25K
Beginners Running Program
NEW!
Richard Portugal, www.fitnessseniorstyle.com
Would you like to exercise while still having fun? Come and join this group
exercise class that is light on stress but heavy on results. Exercise your
body for strength, balance and even cognitive fitness. This class
concentrates on upper body, core and legs. Walking, sitting and
rising from a chair, getting into and out of a car, and ascending
and descending stairs will all become less arduous. There will
be both standing and chair exercises utilizing free arm
movement, speed work and ball exercises. The class is
one hour with plenty of time to ask questions about
individual concerns. Impress your friends with a renewed
vigor and impress yourself with a renewed strength. You have nothing to lose and
everything to gain Participants should wear comfortable clothing and shoes or
sneakers with a non-slip sole; eat a light snack and hydrate with a glass of water one
hour prior to class and feel free to bring a bottle of water to class.
$110
459-Thurs
10-11 am
Ed Center
3rd Floor Board Room
8 Sessions
Starts Oct 1
Jazzercise
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
9 am
Fusion
9 am
Dance Mixx
9 am
Dance Mixx
9 am
Dance Mixx
9 am
Dance Mixx
9 am
Dance Mixx
6 pm
Dance Mixx
4:30 pm
Dance Mixx
7 pm
Dance Mixx
6 pm
Dance Mixx
7 pm
Dance Mixx
4:30 pm
Dance Mixx
SAT
8:20 am
Dance Mixx
9:30 am
Dance Mixx
24
Joyce Manning
Experience the positive effects of the
gentle, graceful movements of Tai Chi
Chih practice. The 19 movements and
one pose are easy to learn and can be
done by people of all ages and physical
conditions. The movements involve no
physical contact, but rather emphasize
self-awareness, well-being and energy flow.
Tai Chi Chih is a moving meditation.
Benefits include reduced stress, increased
energy, spinal strength, improved focus
and creativity, maintaining good blood
pressure and cholesterol levels and
healthy bone density.
$95
478-Wed
11 am-12:15 pm
Unitarian Society
Fellowship Rm
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
481-Mon
BFMS
8 Sessions
Zumba
6:30-7:45 pm
Rm 135
Starts Sept 28
Antenette Lam
A high-energy hour of calorie burning
and heart pumping moves provide
followers of this workout with long-term
health benefits that will keep you hooked
and coming back for more. Zumba is
effective exercise in keeping your body in
shape and healthy. Zumba turns the
usual exercise routine into an exciting
and dynamic fitness program with the
fusion of dancing in the tunes of
international and Latin rhythms. The
steps are so easy to learn that even
non-dancers will effortlessly sway into
the music and routine. It is one of the
easiest ways to tone your body and
sustain that perfect shape.
$115
473-Wed
7:30-8:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 135
8 Sessions
Starts Oct 7
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Interior Design
Lisa Isaac
This class is a hands-on approach to
interior design. Each student of the class
will be asked to choose a room in their
home that they would like to re-design.
The class will treat each student as a
client and will help them re-do their
room. Topics will include each rooms
function, floor plans, furniture selection,
fabrics, window treatments, floors, walls
and more.
$90
512-Thurs
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 139
6 Sessions
Starts Oct 1
NEW!
Donate, Discard
and Design
NEW!
Donald Rubin
Working with an architect to plan and
prepare for an alteration/ addition or a
new house project is a straightforward
and logical process and can be a very
comfortable and enjoyable experience.
This course will take you through the
steps involved to realize a successful
project. Some of the topics discussed
will be finding an architect, planning the
project, preparing the construction
drawings and specifications, zoning and
zoning variances and the construction
phase. Examples of drawing and other
illustrative materials will help to clarify
the process.
$30
508-Wed, Oct 7
7:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 232
One Session
Be courteous...
Please do not use
your cell phone
in class.
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LANGUAGES
Students are asked to purchase the text listed under each description and bring it to the first class. Texts range from $16-$30. Please
contact the RCS office for more complete text information. If there is nothing listed under the description, no text is required.
Spanish I
Maria Borst
An easy approach to learning the basics with
proper pronunciation and structure.
$100
577-Thurs
7-8:30 pm
RHS
Rm 205
9 Sessions
Starts Oct 1
Text will be discussed at first class.
Spanish II
Maria Borst
This class is for those who have already taken a
beginner course or have some knowledge. $110
578-Thurs
8:30-10 pm
RHS
Rm 205
9 Sessions
Starts Oct 1
Text will be discussed at first class.
Beginning Irish
Bob Burke
Designed to develop the basic skills of listening,
speaking and writing Irish. Will include brief
discussion of history, customs and culture. $95
575-Mon
7-8:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 108
7 Sessions
Starts Oct 26
Irish II
Bob Burke
This is for those who have already taken a
beginner course or have some knowledge. $100
576-Mon
8:30-10 pm
BFMS
Rm 108
7 Sessions
Starts Oct 26
Akemi Thompson
Class will teach you basics including daily
expressions, pronunciation, questions,
counting and culture.
$125
573-Mon
7-8:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 124
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 28
Text will be discussed at first class.
Japanese II
Akemi Thompson
This class is for those who have already taken a
beginner course or have some knowledge. $125
574-Tues
7-8:30 pm
RHS
Rm 202
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
Text will be discussed at first class.
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Russian I
Irene Fortunato
Learn to read, write and carry on basic
conversations in Russian.
$125
564-Tues
6:30-8 pm
RHS
Rm 240
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
Text will be discussed at first class.
German I
Irene Fortunato
Learn to read, write and carry on basic
conversations in German.
$125
563-Tues
8-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 240
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
Text will be discussed at first class.
Italian I
Angela Maniaci
For beginners who want to be introduced to
Italian in order to develop listening and speaking
skills in basic situations such as meeting and
greeting people with greater ease when in Italy or
with Italians in your lives. Some history on
culture and traditions will be introduced. $110
568-Tues
6-7:30 pm
RHS
Rm 213
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
Text: Italian Made Simple
Angela Maniaci
For returning students and new students who
have been introduced to Italian whether in an
academic or lifestyle capacity (e.g. Italian family
background or the workplace). It is recommended
that new students participate in telephone
evaluation with teacher before registering. $115
569-Tues
7:30-9 pm
RHS
Rm 213
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
Text: Italian Made Simple
You
can also send it via email to
rcs@ridgewood.k12.nj.us
Angela Maniaci
We will continue to focus on building
vocabulary and strengthening conversational
skills. We will continue to cover Italian history,
culture and traditions. One segment will be
based on Conoscere lItalia with excerpts from
the textbook Oggi In Italia. It is recommended
that new students participate in telephone
evaluation with teacher before registering. $115
572-Wed
7-8:30 pm
RHS
Rm 213
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
Text: Read & Think in Italian by the Editors
of Italy Magazine
French I
Carole Guerriero
For the beginning student. Students will learn
everyday expressions which may be helpful
when traveling to a French speaking country.
We will cover greetings, salutations and basic
conversations.
$100
556-Wed
7-8:30 pm
RHS
Rm 216
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
Text will be discussed at class.
French II
Carole Guerriero
For students who already have a basic
knowledge of French. Students will learn about
conjugating verbs in the present tense along
with nouns in order to create short sentences
to use in conversation. Real life situations like
ordering food will be discussed.
$115
557-Wed
8:30-10 pm
RHS
Rm 216
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
Text will be discussed at class.
French III
Isabelle LeLuc
This is a conversational class that will cover
various topics such as current affairs, culture,
sociology, history, etc. This is a class for
advanced students and it requires a high level
of oral French and French conversation. $135
558-Mon
7-9 pm
BFMS
Rm 126
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 28
Text will be discussed at class.
LANGUAGES
ESL - English as a Second Language
Catherine Chriss
Students will develop basic communication skills in English. The group will be tested at the first class. These classes are not
meant for beginners and students must be able to read English. (Texts range from $10-$30.)
9:30-11:30 am
Youth Room
Starts Oct 6
$175
PLEASE NOTE: The first session of the daytime class (Oct 6) meets at the Education Center, 49 Cottage Place, Ridgewood. All
daytime students must go to the first session on Tuesday, Oct 6 to be tested. The following classes will meet at Christ Church.
Beginners
Intermediate I
Play of Hand
Intermediate II
Collectible Automobiles
as a Passion
NEW!
Rick Feingold
Recent changes made by the Obama
administration now make it legal to
travel to Cuba under People to People
tours. We will explore pre-revolutionary
Cuban history, the Ernest Hemingway
tourist sites, Cuban baseball, classic
Cuban music, world renowned Cuban
cigars, places to stay and eat and the
unique Cuban economic system. $30
664-Thurs, Oct 8
7-8:30 pm
RHS
Rm 212
One Session
7:30-9:30 pm
Rm 292
Starts Nov 3
Hiking
Harold Petzold
Enjoy interesting hikes with an
experienced hike leader. Actual hikes will
be chosen by the instructor (based on
group ability) and will be in the Highlands/
Harriman area with locations in Sterling
Forest and Norvin Green. Please wear
weather appropriate clothing and dress in
layers. You must wear hiking boots and
bring 1-2 quarts of water and a snack.
Hikes will take place on three Sundays
(Oct 11, Oct 25 & Nov 8) from 9 am-2
pm. Group will meet at the Copper Tree
Mall in Oakland at the back end of the
Staples parking lot.
$60
663-Sun
9 am-2 pm
3 sessions
Outdoor Navigation
Harold Petzold
If you have always wanted to understand
how to read an outdoor map and use a
compass for finding your way in the
woods, this is the course for you. Learn
to interpret terrain, estimate distances,
negotiate obstacles and follow bearings.
Students are advised to dress
appropriately in long pants and shirts and
sturdy boots. Compass and instructional
materials will be provided by instructor
for in-class use. Bring rain gear, lunch,
snacks and 2 - 3 quarts of water. Group
will meet at the Copper Tree Mail in
Oakland at the back end of the Staples
parking lot.
$50
668-Sat, Oct 10
9 am-4 pm
665-Sat, Nov 7
9 am-4 pm
One Session
Harold Petzold
Shinrin-yoku can be defined as taking in
the forest atmosphere or forest bathing.
Closely linked with the human
evolutionary process, it is a walk in
nature, for its therapeutic effects. Those
who spend time in the woods experience
lower levels of cortisol (which induces
stress), a lower pulse rate, lower blood
pressure and healthier blood sugar levels.
It has now become a recognized
relaxation and/or stress management
activity in Japan. Join us for four session
as we unwind and enjoy the natural
beauty of our areas forests. Please wear
weather appropriate clothing and dress in
layers. You must wear hiking boots and
bring 1-2 quarts of water and a snack.
Group will meet at the Copper Tree Mall
in Oakland at the back end of the Staples
parking lot.
$30
652-Sat, Oct 17
9 am-12 noon
One Session
Joe Rosario
This new workshop will help you begin to develop your
relationship to the world of screenplay writing. Each week
we will workshop your script to help achieve the goal of a
finished product. We will explore all the topics that will help
you polish your work. You will learn to master organic story
telling through this class. You will also learn, seeing beyond
the initial idea, structure, plot vs. theme, transformation of
your ideas into story, beats/scenes/sequences, turning point,
character development, translation into a final product and
much more. The biggest mistake most screenwriters make:
they dont spend enough time making their narrative
(description) truly exceptional. Dont make the same
mistake! If you are struggling to take your work to the next
level or want to expand your ideas into a workshop this is
the class for you.
$125
667-Wed
7:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 202
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
Just Write
Gwendolen Gross
If you have been meaning to write
more, but just cant get started,
come to weekly writing proactice
sessions designed for all levels
of writers. Well review the
fundamentals of writing practice (including keeping your pen
moving and youre free to write the worlds worst junk) and
then get right to it. There will be several stimulating writing
topics each session, discussions of craft and writing process
and a chance (but not a requirement) to read the fresh work
aloud. Youll go home each week with ideas for where to
continue. Perfect for jump-starting a work-in-progress or
generating new material. Please bring a notebook and pens
$95
or pencils. For both new and continuing students.
659-Mon
1-2 pm
Ed Center
2nd Floor Conference Rm
5 Sessions
Starts Oct 19
30
MT Schwartzman
There is nothing more thrilling for a writer than pitching an idea, selling the story, seeing
it in print or posted on the internet, and getting a check. Find out from a pro how to
tell stories based on your personal experience or professional experience. Classes will
cover how to come up with original ideas, how to find the right outlet for your story, and
how to write a story proposal.
$75
117-Thurs
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 234
5 Sessions
Starts Oct 1
Roger Davidoff
Join this class for a presentation and discussion on and about
8 different important artists who made a lasting contribution
to Western Art History. We will start with the Italian
Renaissance master Botticelli. Subsequent presentations will
be on Watteau, Modigliani, Klimt, Kandinsky, Magritte, Warhol
and we will end with the great American artist O'Keeffe. A
short analysis of each artist's 3-4 masterpieces, along with a
biographical presentation, will inform the class about each
artist's style, achievements and breakthroughs, and place each
artist in their era.
$115
701-Thurs
7:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 240
8 Sessions
Starts Oct 1
NEW!
Rick Feingold
Louis Zamperinis B-24 bomber crashed in the Pacific Ocean in
1943. He survived 47 days in a lifeboat before being captured
by the Japanese navy. Zamperini spent 2 years in a POW camp
where he was severely beaten and mistreated. After the war
Zamperini was tormented by nightmares which continued until
he learned to forgive his captors. This program will include
his career as a runner at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin where
after finishing the 5000 meter race with a flourish he was
recognized by Hitler. Video of the 2014 film Unbroken and
the CBS documentary The Great Zamperini with Bob Simon
will be featured.
$30
661-Mon, Nov 2
7-9 pm
BFMS
Rm 114
One Session
NEW!
Jean Marie Herron
We all need our important papers to be organized. Without
our vital documents we can prove nothing. Getting our
estates in order can cause many people anxiety but it doesnt
have to be this way if you are prepared. Join Jean Marie
Herron of POSSE and Kimberly A. Paton, of The Paton Law
Firm, LLC, as they review all kinds of documentation that you
must have and know where it lives when life events occur
and you need those legal documents immediately. Whether
you are selling a house, re-financing or updating wills, this
presentation will help you strategize your filing and safe
contents. They will also discuss the digital estate plan now
that the world is also entering much of their financial
information on the Internet.
$30
501-Thurs, Oct 8
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 213
One Session
MUSIC
Music in Ridgewood
David Nussenbaum
Understand and discuss classical masterpieces prior to their
live performances in the greater Ridgewood area. Local
residents will be treated to a rich array of live concerts by local
musical organizations, including the Ridgewood Symphony,
Ridgewood Band, New Jersey Choral Society, Opera Montclair,
Ars Musica, Pro Arte Chorale, Parlance Concerts and other
talented ensembles. If you are thinking of attending any
upcoming local concerts, heres a great way to get a sneak
preview and appreciation of some of the works to be
performed. We will view recorded excerpts of selected
masterpieces, and learn about their historical and artistic
contexts. The moderator will stimulate discussion on why
these compositions are perennial favorites. All levels of music
literacy are invited open to both community performers and
listeners. Some of these concerts are free of charge. Others
will be available at a discount to course registrants.
$60
720-Wed
7:30-9:30 pm
RHS
Rm 214
3 Sessions
Starts Oct 7
Joy of Singing
Eugene Papay
Do you find yourself always
singing a tune in the shower?
Well, come out of that shower
and share your talent with
other like-minded singers. Join
this fun class to explore
singing with and for other
people like you. Solo singing
is part of the course. This is
not just a sing-a-long. Along the
way you will pick up some hints on
better vocal production through correct breathing, good
phrasing and an even sound. The teacher will provide live
accompaniment to enhance the songs.
$105
714-Mon
7:30-9 pm
BFMS
Music Rm
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 28
Beginning Guitar
Cyndi Avedon
Enjoy playing this versatile instrument. Folk, classic rock,
country and contemporary songs will be taught along with
basic chords, strums, blues & rock bass patterns and
scales. Guitars may be rented by calling the instructor at
(201) 391-2073. A materials fee of $2 is payable to the
instructor at the first class. Ukuleles welcome! Students
must be at least 13 years old to join.
$105
715-Mon
7:30-8:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 110
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 28
Intermediate Guitar
Cyndi Avedon
For those who know basic chords and would like to
improve their skills and meet other players. Guitars may
be rented by calling the instructor at (201) 391-2073.
A materials fee of $2 is payable to the instructor at the
first class. Ukuleles welcome!
$125
717-Mon
8:30-9:30 pm
BFMS
Rm 110
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 28
These workshops are inspired by the current trend in coloring for adults. The fascination with coloring is due to the influx of
beautiful adult coloring books in the market, as well as our overstressed society needing to detox. The coloring trend kicked off
in Europe and is now becoming widely popular in the United States. For adults, coloring relives stress, reconnects us to our inner
child and affords us an outlet for creativity. Recoloring how we view our lives and our opportunities shapes our destiny.
NEW!
Randi Levin, CPC, ELI-MP
We live our lives in multiple acts, yet we
are often not ready to embrace our next
steps. Together, we will discuss and
explore why we are often uncomfortable
with change and what is holding us back
from new experiences and relationships.
We will identify pathways toward
reconnecting you to you! There will be
an interactive activity as well as a
coloring circle designed to ease
participants out of being stuck and
open the door to the possibilities of
change in their lives. All participants
must purchase and bring the following:
an adult coloring book of your choice
(there are 3-4 titles of adult coloring
books on the Amazon.com best seller
list and many more are available);
markers, gel pens, colored
pencilswhatever you want to color
with (please note that most adult
coloring books have illustrations with
fine details and traditional crayons may
make it more difficult to color); and
scissors, glue sticks, stickers and 3
magazines for vision boards.
$40
914-Thurs, Oct 15
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 213
One Session
SPORTS
NEW!
Randi Levin, CPC, ELI-MP
If our relationship to time is stressed,
our relationship to life is stressed. The
busy syndrome that so many of us
own in our day-to-day keeps us away
from experiencing and living the moment
we are actually in. The discussion will be
hallmarked by a look at what makes us
so busy and how we can better manage
our time, unclutter our lives and feel less
overwhelmed. The interactive activity
and the coloring circle will emphasize
the power of living with a today
mentality, focusing on the process of
creating small, actionable steps toward
positive action. All participants must
purchase and bring the following: an
adult coloring book of your choice (there
are 3-4 titles of adult coloring books on
the Amazon.com best seller list and
many more are available); markers, gel
pens, colored pencilswhatever you
want to color with (please note that
most adult coloring books have
illustrations with fine details and
traditional crayons may make it more
difficult to color); and scissors, glue
sticks, stickers and 3 magazines for
vision boards.
$40
915-Thurs, Nov 12
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 213
One Session
Neal Wiener
This class covers the entire
full-swing. Bring a 7-iron to
the first class. Students will
be responsible for driving
range golf ball fees. Golf
ball fees depend on the size
of the bucket the student chooses.
860-5 Sessions
Starts Wed, Sept 30
Willowbrook Golf Center
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NEW!
Randi Levin, CPC, ELI-MP
We all perceive the world through various
filters and everything we do, every
thought we have, has either positive or
negative energy attached to it. Our level
of consciousness in regard to our energy
is directly related to our actions. We will
examine the 7 Levels of Energy and how
shifting our consciousness to increase
our energy and overall effectiveness
helps us to optimally manage our lives.
The interactive activity and the coloring
circle will explore the Levels of Energy
and the effects of color and coloring in
our lives. All participants must purchase
and bring the following: an adult
coloring book of your choice (there are
3-4 titles of adult coloring books on the
Amazon.com best seller list and many
more are available); markers, gel pens,
colored pencilswhatever you want to
color with (please note that most adult
coloring books have illustrations with
fine details and traditional crayons may
make it more difficult to color); and
scissors, glue sticks, stickers and
3 magazines for vision boards.
$40
916-Thurs, Dec 3
7-9 pm
RHS
Rm 213
One Session
Basketball
$110
7-8:30 pm
John DiCostanzo
Full court basketball played for the fun of it. Participants
should bring a white shirt and a dark shirt to all classes.
December classes meet 9-10:30 pm.
$70/one night; $135/two nights
850-Tues
7:45-9:45 pm
BFMS
Gym
9 Sessions
Starts Sept 29
851-Thurs
BFMS
9 Sessions
7:45-9:45 pm
Gym
Starts Oct 1
SPORTS
Volleyball (Co-Ed)
Bob Livingstone
Men and women have an opportunity to have fun, exercise, socialize and keep in
shape. All classes are co-educational. Both skill levels have a warm up skill drill
in the beginning of each class. After the start of the classes, instructors may
recommend class changes to keep groups ability-compatible. Any classes in
December will start at 9pm.
$85
BEG/INTERM
898-Mon
899-Wed
9 Sessions
ADVANCED
900-Mon
901-Wed
9 Sessions
7:30-9 pm
Starts Sept 28
Starts Sept 30
RHS-Gym #1
9-10:30 pm
Starts Sept 28
Starts Sept 30
RHS-Gym #1
Foil Fencing
Patrick Curran
Students learn the fundamentals as well
as terminology, safety rules, footwork,
parries, and offensive and deceptive use
of the foil. Rules and ethics included. All
equipment provided for beginners. Wear
sneakers. Ages 13 and above accepted
in this class. Intermediate/ Advanced
students should bring their own
equipment. Enrollment is limited. $100
853-Beginner
7-8:30 pm
Wed
Ridge Sch-Gym
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
852-Int./Advanced
Mon
8 Sessions
8:30-10 pm
Ridge Sch-Gym
Starts Sept 28
Patrick Curran
This class will follow the same lesson
plan as the course above but will be
specifically for children ages 8-12.
Intermediate/Advanced students should
bring their own equipment. Enrollment
is limited.
$100
855-Beginner
5:30-7 pm
Wed
Ridge Sch-Gym
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
856-Int./Advanced
Mon
8 Sessions
5:30-7 pm
Ridge Sch-Gym
Starts Sept 28
Bob Livingstone,
www.ridgewoodvolleyball.com
Here is an exciting opportunity for
competitive, co-ed teams to play one
another. There are two nights available,
Tuesday & Thursday. Each night has a
round robin schedule followed by
playoffs. Each team must field a co-ed
roster at all times. Interested teams or
single players looking to possibly join an
existing team can e-mail Bob at
rcsvball@aol.com or stop by either
night for further information. League
starts Sept 8.
Patrick Curran
Pre-requisite: prior fencing experience or
completion of Foil Fencing for Beginners.
Fencers will learn beginner to
advanced tactics, as well as attacks
and defensive strategy. Proper form
and footwork will be emphasized. This
is an excellent opportunity for high
school fencers to prepare for the
fencing season, and for returning
fencers looking for a more challenging
experience. Please contact the
instructor regarding equipment needs
or with any questions (973) 728-3258.
$100
EPEE
854-Mon
7-8:30 pm
Ridge School
Gym
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 28
SABRE
857-Wed
8:30-10 pm
Ridge School
Gym
8 Sessions
Starts Sept 30
JUNIOR EDITION
NEW!
955-Tues
RHS
4 Sessions
7-9 pm
Rm 208
Starts Nov 3
Mauricio Garcia
Volleyball is one of the fastest growing
sports in the U.S. One of the main reasons
for its popularity is that you can have fun
doing it almost anywhere your backyard,
on the beach or in a gym. Having the right
techniques and skills will make the game
more fun to play. Join us in this co-ed
clinic/ workshop where we will work on
some of the basic skills, play lots of games
and have fun. This is for both boys and
girls at any level of play.
$80
Grades 5-8
948-Mon
7:30-9 pm
RHS
Gym #1
9 Sessions
Starts Dec 7
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Time
9-10 am
10-10:45 am
10-11 am
Schedule
Class
Hip-Hop
Pre-Ballet/Jazz
Acting/Vocal
Age
Ages 8 teen
Ages 8 teen
Ann Monton
Explore the fundamentals of art with step-by-step drawings
that include landscapes, cartoons, animals and many more
favorites. Enjoy working with the mediums of soft chalk
pastels, watercolors and paint. This class is a wonderful
introduction that will continue to enrich a childs love for the
arts. A materials fee of $15 is payable to the instructor at the
first class. Assistant instructor John Monton will join the class
if enrollment is sufficient.
$105
Grades K-3
951-Mon
4-5 pm
Somerville Sch
Art Room
8 Sessions
Starts Oct 5
Ann Monton
Explore a more advanced level of the arts. Subjects such as
landscapes, seascapes, sunsets, still life and animals may be
drawn. We will paint with acrylic paint on canvas board and
may enjoy other mediums as well. A materials fee of $15 is
payable to the instructor at the first class. Assistant
instructor John Monton will join the class if enrollment is
sufficient. Students may take both classes as they offer
completely different lessons.
$105
Grades 3-9
952-Mon
5-6 pm
Somerville Sch
Art Room
8 Sessions
Starts Oct 5
JUNIOR EDITION
Louise Butler
Children learn to play using the Suzuki method. They can
learn at a very early age and find that playing an instrument
can be fun. Classes are small (maximum 6 children) and each
student receives individual attention. Classes are 40-minutes
and will be scheduled to begin between 3:30 and 5:30 pm.
Parent attendance is required at all lessons. Students must
call Mrs. Butler directly for placement and scheduling prior
to registering - (201) 652-1192.
$105
949-Mon
3:30-6:15 pm
Somerville School
Music Rm
10 Sessions
Starts Sept 28
950-Thurs
Travell School
10 Sessions
3:30-6:15 pm
Music Rm
Starts Oct 1
RCS also sponsors the Ridgewood High School Behind-the-Wheel Driver Education Program. For more information,
contact the Program Coordinator Jack VanYperen at (201) 670-2700 x 20658.
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JUNIOR EDITION
SAT Prep
Ann Monton
An advanced class for students who enjoy art. We will
explore and develop painting skills. Individual and group
instruction will be provided. Subjects such as flowers,
landscapes, seascapes, sunsets, still life and animals will be
provided. Students will be provided with canvas, acrylic
paint and brushes. A materials fee of $25 is payable to the
instructor at the first class.
$135
Grades 3-11
954-Thurs
5-6:30 pm
Somerville Sch
Art Room
8 Sessions
Starts Oct 8
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FACULTY
Eda Alessio, is a teacher and an experienced instructor. She
has been using essential oils for herself and her family for over
three years.
Bob Burke, has been a student of the Irish Language for almost 30
years & has been teaching adults for the past 6 years.
Pat Curran, 2006 Coach of the Year, led the undefeated Holy
Angels Team to their first District 4 and Bergen-Passaic league
titles, and to the state semi-finals. He has been fencing since 1978
and is also experienced teaching adults. He was a First Team All
State Epee Fencer.
Adele Ellis, was born in England. She learned to knit and crochet
at school in domestic science. She returned to crocheting when her
daugther was a brownie and a girl scout. She enjoys the challenge
of reading and learning new stitches.
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FACULTY
Rena Esposito, is a lifelong proponent of wellness who has always
sought natural methods that encourage the body to heal from
within. She is a certified IGM Therapeutic Acupressure practitioner
(CPC, CPI) with advanced training from Isabell Gatto. She has
studied with international speakers of metaphysics and
parapsychology, herbology, homeopathy, and neuromuscular
reprogramming. Prior to becoming a practitioner, she earned a
Bachelor Degree in Communications and a Masters Degree in
Public Administration.Additional information can be found
at www.AcuressureByRena.com.
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Burton Hall, Burton Hall & Associates, LLC , has served the
automobile industry since 1977 as a creative resource benefitting
from considerable experience in the premium end of the business.
His list of clients includes Audi, BMW, General Motors, Ferrari,
Ford, Jaguar, Maserati, Mercedez-Benz, Porsche, Peugeot, Toyota
and Volvo.
Fred Hammond, has over 25 years as a Public Relations executive
and automotive consultant and over 40 years in the automotive
industry with some of the most respected marquees on the
premium and performance end of the automotive spectrum.
Mary Lou Handy, has been a Mac enthusiast and consultant since
1984 and has been a Technology Teacher in the Ridgewood Public
Schools since 2000. She specializes in making today's Apple
technology understandable, user friendly and fun for every level of
user! Learn how to use your iPad, iPhone and MacBook and
discover how APPS and software will make these tools your valued
tech companions!
FACULTY
Kim Hendrickson is author of the Tastefully Small cookbook
series, winner of two Florida Publisher's Association gold medals.
She has catered for the New York Metropolitan Opera, the Penguin
Repertory Theatre, The Bizarre Food Show, and Slangman's World.
She is a regular presenter at the World Tea Expo, John Campbell
Folk School, and at culinary events throughout the New York area.
Kim teaches that good food is more than good taste; it's the fun
and joy of creating something beautiful and sharing it with others.
Ron Knott, physical education teacher and volleyball coach for the
Ridgewood Public Schools.
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FACULTY
Vincent T. Marchese, is a native of Paterson, NJ. He graduated
from Ramapo College of NJ with a BA in Cultural Anthropology. He
has also taught history and photography for many years. His studio
is located across from the Great Falls of the Passaic River and he
was involved with the redevelopment of the Historic District.
Joel Mitchel, has been a wine professional for over thirty years.
After obtaining a MS degree from the University of Wisconsin, he
received certification from the Sommelier Society of New Jersey. He
has traveled extensively in the wine regions of California, Oregon,
France, Italy and Spain and he has taught wine appreciation in adult
schools throughout Bergen County. Joel owns Beelman Wines &
Liquors in Glen Rock.
Ann Monton, NJ certified Art Teacher.
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FACULTY
Joe Rosario is an experienced actor, writer and producer from
New York City. As a producer, he has complete his first feature film
and numerous award-winning short films. Joes films have been in
official selections in over 20 film festivals, including Cannes Film
Festival and have garnered five awards that include Best Actor, Best
Comedy and Best Director on the film festival circuit, among them
awards from New York International and Barcelona Film Festivals.
Joe is currently signed on to produce, direct two feature films for
2014. Joe has written numerous feature and television scripts and
is a sought after script doctor. He also teaches and lectures on
filmmaking, scene study and writing at various film schools around
the New York area.
Aliza Rosen, is licensed as an ARDMS, certified as an Ohashiatsu
Therapist, certified in IGM Therapeutic Acupressure and Reiki. She
has over 10 years of experience.
Caryn Swanson, has studied Hatha, Iyengar and Bihar yoga seriously
for 18 years. She has a BA from Smith College and an MA from
New York University. She has personal experience with arthritis.
Anne Winner, certified teacher and artist who has exhibited her
work in a variety of media.
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ADMINISTRATION
SCHEDULE
OF
CLASSES
Monday
Tuesday
Sept 28
Oct 5, 12, 19, 26
Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Dec (7)
Sept 29
Oct 6, 13, 20, 27
Nov 3, 10, 17, 24
(Dec 1)
Sept 30
Oct 7, 14, 21, 28
Nov 4, 11, 18, 25
Dec 2, (9)
Wednesday
Friday
Thursday
Saturday
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WHERE WE ARE
The RIDGEWOOD COMMUNITY SCHOOL business office is located at the Education Center, 49 Cottage
Place, Ridgewood. Most of our classes, however, are held in various schools & other facilities in Ridgewood.
A few are held in other communities. Please check the course description of your particular course for the
location of your class. All course descriptions give the location of the class. Below is a map of Ridgewood
showing the Ridgewood locations only. If you need directions to your class in Ridgewood or any other
location, please do not hesitate to call us (670-2777) and we will be happy to direct you.
CLASS LOCATIONS
Ridgewood Schools
1. RHS - (Ridgewood High School)
627 E. Ridgewood Avenue
2. BFMS - (Benjamin Franklin Middle School)
335 N. Van Dien Avenue
3. GWMS - (George Washington Middle School)
155 Washington Place
4. Glen - 865 E. Glen Avenue
5. Hawes - 531 Stevens Avenue
6. Orchard - 230 Demarest Street
7. Ridge - 325 W. Ridgewood Avenue
8. Somerville - 45 S. Pleasant Avenue
9. Travell - 350 Bogert Avenue
10. Willard - 601 Morningside Road
Directions to all schools and other locations are now available on the RCS website www.ridgewood.k12.nj.us
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REGISTRATION/CANCELLATION INFORMATION
1. No acknowledgements are sent. You should
report to your class unless notified to the contrary.
2. Registration fee ($25 per person per course) is
included in the tuition fee. It is not refundable for
any reason (unless the course is canceled by RCS or
RCS institutes a schedule change).
3. Tuition must accompany registration. Registrations
are processed in the order they are received.
4. Refunds & Withdrawals:
If RCS cancels your course, you will receive a full
refund.
If you want to withdraw from a class before it
begins, you must submit your request in writing to
RCS THREE FULL BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR TO
THE FIRST CLASS MEETING (not counting
the day of class). You will receive a refund (less
the $25 registration fee). This policy differs for
trips and tours. Please see those pages for details.
If you withdraw from the class (for any reason)
after the first session, no refund or credit will be
given. If you miss a class due to personal reasons,
illness, injury, negligence or an oversight of your
own, no refund or credit will be given.
If you find a course does not meet your legitimate
expectations, we ask that you send a written
request to us as soon as the course is finished
and complete a course evaluation. We will issue
you a tuition credit for another RCS course.
Refunds are processed in 3-4 weeks.
5. Any class is subject to cancellation (up to start date
of class) if registration is not sufficient. Students will be
notified by telephone. Please register early!!
6. Special Needs: Most Ridgewood schools are
barrier-free. RCS will make your class accessible to you.
If you have special needs, please alert RCS upon
registration. Advance notice of 2 weeks must be given.
7. Book & Supply Fees: These are additional costs
and are due at the first class.
8. School Closings: RCS is closed whenever the
Ridgewood schools are closed (see calendar on page
47). Closings due to inclement weather are
announced on the central office answering machine
at 201-670-2700 or on the RCS office answering
machine at (201) 670-2777 between 6:30 and 8 am
and will remain there throughout the day. Emergency
closing information is also available on the
Ridgewood website www.ridgewood.k12.nj.us and on
television news FOX 5, NBC 4, ABC 7 and Channel 12.
If storms develop during the day, please call the RCS
office at (201) 670-2777 after 3 pm for cancellation
information.
9. Please check your calendar prior to registering.
Refunds will not be given for personal scheduling
conflicts or double-booked classes.
10. Transfers made at the discretion of the
RCS office.
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