COURSE OFFERINGS SPRING 2021
ARTS and CRAFTS
JEWELRY WORKSHOPS
Galina Lampert
Leafy Vine Beaded Bracelet
Create a leafy bracelet for Spring using glass and seed beads, a beading needle and a thread. Keep it for yourself or gift it to a friend. Variety of colors will be offered. This class is for all levels. Class is limited to 8 students.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY 3/18 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior Fee: $17 / Non-resident Senior $20
MATERIALS FEE: $17 via PayPal to Galina Lampert
Beaded Leafy Earrings (matches bracelet above)
Create leafy earrings for Spring using glass and seed beads. Variety of colors and gold-plated ear wire will be offered. This class is for intermediate level. Class is limited to 8 students.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY 3/25 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior: $17 / Non-resident Senior $20
MATERIALS FEE: * $17 via PayPal to Galina Lampert*
Pearl Vine Bracelet
Create a delicate pearl vine bracelet using pearl and seed beads, a beading needle and a thread. Keep it for yourself or gift it to a friend. Variety of colors will be offered. This class is for all levels. Class is limited to 8 students.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY 4/8 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident $20 / Non-Resident $25 / Resident Senior $17 /Non-resident Senior $20
MATERIALS FEE: * $17 via PayPal to Galina Lampert *
Beaded Flower Pendant
Create unique beaded flower pendant using pearls and seed beads. Each pendant comes with a bail and a chain. Variety of seed beads, pearls and gold/silver plated chain will be offered. This class is for an intermediate level. Beginners are welcome. Class is limited to 8 students.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY 4/15 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior Fee: $17 / Non-resident Senior $20
MATERIALS FEE: * $17 via PayPal to Galina Lampert *
Beaded Flower Earrings (matches pendant above)
Create unique beaded flower earrings using pearls and seed beads, thermal bonded thread and a needle. Variety of seed beads, pearls and gold/silver plated ear wires will be offered. This class is for an intermediate level. Beginners are welcome. Class is limited to 8 students.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY 4/22 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $30 / Non-Resident: $35 / Senior: $27 / Non-resident Senior $30
MATERIALS FEE: * $17 via PayPal to Galina Lampert*
*Material kits can be picked up at BCE Office after registration verification.
You may PayPal the materials fee directly to the instructor or pay by check when picking up the materials.
Galina Lampert
Leafy Vine Beaded Bracelet
Create a leafy bracelet for Spring using glass and seed beads, a beading needle and a thread. Keep it for yourself or gift it to a friend. Variety of colors will be offered. This class is for all levels. Class is limited to 8 students.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY 3/18 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior Fee: $17 / Non-resident Senior $20
MATERIALS FEE: $17 via PayPal to Galina Lampert
Beaded Leafy Earrings (matches bracelet above)
Create leafy earrings for Spring using glass and seed beads. Variety of colors and gold-plated ear wire will be offered. This class is for intermediate level. Class is limited to 8 students.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY 3/25 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior: $17 / Non-resident Senior $20
MATERIALS FEE: * $17 via PayPal to Galina Lampert*
Pearl Vine Bracelet
Create a delicate pearl vine bracelet using pearl and seed beads, a beading needle and a thread. Keep it for yourself or gift it to a friend. Variety of colors will be offered. This class is for all levels. Class is limited to 8 students.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY 4/8 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident $20 / Non-Resident $25 / Resident Senior $17 /Non-resident Senior $20
MATERIALS FEE: * $17 via PayPal to Galina Lampert *
Beaded Flower Pendant
Create unique beaded flower pendant using pearls and seed beads. Each pendant comes with a bail and a chain. Variety of seed beads, pearls and gold/silver plated chain will be offered. This class is for an intermediate level. Beginners are welcome. Class is limited to 8 students.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY 4/15 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior Fee: $17 / Non-resident Senior $20
MATERIALS FEE: * $17 via PayPal to Galina Lampert *
Beaded Flower Earrings (matches pendant above)
Create unique beaded flower earrings using pearls and seed beads, thermal bonded thread and a needle. Variety of seed beads, pearls and gold/silver plated ear wires will be offered. This class is for an intermediate level. Beginners are welcome. Class is limited to 8 students.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY 4/22 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $30 / Non-Resident: $35 / Senior: $27 / Non-resident Senior $30
MATERIALS FEE: * $17 via PayPal to Galina Lampert*
*Material kits can be picked up at BCE Office after registration verification.
You may PayPal the materials fee directly to the instructor or pay by check when picking up the materials.
FURNITURE PAINTING TECHNIQUES:
Stacey Fucci
FURNITURE REFRESHING with CHALK SYTLE PAINTING – INTRODUCTORY CLASS
Have you inherited some old worn out furniture? Have you ever wanted to make over an old thrift store find? This class is for the do it yourselfer who wants to turn tired outdated furniture into a fresh new masterpiece. This hands-n class will introduce you to Chalk Style all-in-one paint in 35 colors, an eco-friendly product that can be used on furniture and other accessories for your home. You will experiment on a sample board and learn about today’s popular painting techniques.
DATE/TIME: TUESDAY 3/16 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior: $17/ Non-resident Senior: $20
MATERIALS FEE: *$18 via PayPal/Venmo to Stacey Fucci*
SPECIAL FURNITURE PAINTING TECHNIQUES: LAYERING AND TEXTURING
Learn how to apply two popular furniture painting techniques, layering and texturing. You will learn how to distress using a three color layering technique. You will also create a faux weathered finish using a textured paint additive with Chalk Style all-in-one paint. PREREQUISITE – INTRODUCTORY CLASS
DATE/TIME: 3/23 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior: $17 / Non-resident Senior: $20
MATERIALS FEE: *$18 via PayPal/Venmo to Stacey Fucci*
SPECIAL FURNITURE PAINTING TECHNIQUES: GLAZING AND COLOR WAXES
Do you love the look of antique furniture? Learn how easy it is to use a glaze to create an authentic looking aged effect and accentuate the details of your furniture piece. If you prefer to wax your pieces, you can experiment with a variety of different colored waxes to highlight the details of your furniture. PREREQUISITE- INTRODUCTORY CLASS
DATE/TIME: 4/6 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior: $17 / Non-resident Senior: $20
MATERIALS FEE: *$18 via PayPal/Venmo to Stacey Fucci*
ONE STROKE PAINTING – BEGINNER
Stacey Fucci
This popular painting method is one of the easiest and most enjoyable arts to master. In this beginner course you will learn the basics of how to blend, shade and highlight in one stroke. You will quickly and easily create beautiful projects on a variety of surfaces. This class is designed to give you the necessary skills to paint daisies, sunflowers, wildflowers, leaves and vines. You will feel like an artist in no time!
DATE/TIME: 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $60 / Non-Resident: $70/ Senior: $51 / Non-resident Senior: $60
MATERIALS FEE: *$25 via PayPal/Venmo to Stacey Fucci*
Stacey Fucci
FURNITURE REFRESHING with CHALK SYTLE PAINTING – INTRODUCTORY CLASS
Have you inherited some old worn out furniture? Have you ever wanted to make over an old thrift store find? This class is for the do it yourselfer who wants to turn tired outdated furniture into a fresh new masterpiece. This hands-n class will introduce you to Chalk Style all-in-one paint in 35 colors, an eco-friendly product that can be used on furniture and other accessories for your home. You will experiment on a sample board and learn about today’s popular painting techniques.
DATE/TIME: TUESDAY 3/16 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior: $17/ Non-resident Senior: $20
MATERIALS FEE: *$18 via PayPal/Venmo to Stacey Fucci*
SPECIAL FURNITURE PAINTING TECHNIQUES: LAYERING AND TEXTURING
Learn how to apply two popular furniture painting techniques, layering and texturing. You will learn how to distress using a three color layering technique. You will also create a faux weathered finish using a textured paint additive with Chalk Style all-in-one paint. PREREQUISITE – INTRODUCTORY CLASS
DATE/TIME: 3/23 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior: $17 / Non-resident Senior: $20
MATERIALS FEE: *$18 via PayPal/Venmo to Stacey Fucci*
SPECIAL FURNITURE PAINTING TECHNIQUES: GLAZING AND COLOR WAXES
Do you love the look of antique furniture? Learn how easy it is to use a glaze to create an authentic looking aged effect and accentuate the details of your furniture piece. If you prefer to wax your pieces, you can experiment with a variety of different colored waxes to highlight the details of your furniture. PREREQUISITE- INTRODUCTORY CLASS
DATE/TIME: 4/6 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 / Senior: $17 / Non-resident Senior: $20
MATERIALS FEE: *$18 via PayPal/Venmo to Stacey Fucci*
ONE STROKE PAINTING – BEGINNER
Stacey Fucci
This popular painting method is one of the easiest and most enjoyable arts to master. In this beginner course you will learn the basics of how to blend, shade and highlight in one stroke. You will quickly and easily create beautiful projects on a variety of surfaces. This class is designed to give you the necessary skills to paint daisies, sunflowers, wildflowers, leaves and vines. You will feel like an artist in no time!
DATE/TIME: 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 6:30-8:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $60 / Non-Resident: $70/ Senior: $51 / Non-resident Senior: $60
MATERIALS FEE: *$25 via PayPal/Venmo to Stacey Fucci*
RECYCLED TREASURES
Leslie Sattler
Learn to look at “trash” in a whole new way while discovering a variety of new mediums. In this class we will use recycled materials, as well as craft items and tools, to create unique items for your home and yourself. No two weeks will be the same. Examples may include candle holder, vision boards, unique jewelry, decoupage.
DATE/TIME: 4 sessions/projects – MONDAYS March 15, 22, April 5, 12 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $50 / Non-Resident: $55 / Senior: $42 / Non-resident Senior: $50
MATERIALS FEE: INCLUDED*
Leslie Sattler
Learn to look at “trash” in a whole new way while discovering a variety of new mediums. In this class we will use recycled materials, as well as craft items and tools, to create unique items for your home and yourself. No two weeks will be the same. Examples may include candle holder, vision boards, unique jewelry, decoupage.
DATE/TIME: 4 sessions/projects – MONDAYS March 15, 22, April 5, 12 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $50 / Non-Resident: $55 / Senior: $42 / Non-resident Senior: $50
MATERIALS FEE: INCLUDED*
CERTIFICATIONS
NOTARY PUBLIC TRAINING
Dina DiRoma
Stand out among the competition! Add a new credential to your resume and be an asset to your company by enhancing your credentials. The objective of the Notary Public training course is to educate individuals with the legal terminology, concepts and clauses contained in the framework of the NYS Notary booklet. Price includes study guide, practice exam, Notary Public Application and NYS exam schedule.
Notary Course can be accessed anytime (Day or Evening) and is available 7 days a week.
Additionally, customer support is just a click away. On-Line Training Course Includes:
· Instant Access
· Notary Concepts
· Definition Review
· Sample Forms
· Notary Law Subsection Review
· Notary Facts
· Notary Prep Test
· 1 Full year & 24 hour access
DATE/TIME: Anytime after March 15th at your convenience
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $25 / Non-Resident: $30 / Senior: $21 / Non-resident Senior: $25
A course fee of $50.00 is payable to the instructor via PayPal before the course begins.
Instructor will email you a link to course after registration.
Dina DiRoma
Stand out among the competition! Add a new credential to your resume and be an asset to your company by enhancing your credentials. The objective of the Notary Public training course is to educate individuals with the legal terminology, concepts and clauses contained in the framework of the NYS Notary booklet. Price includes study guide, practice exam, Notary Public Application and NYS exam schedule.
Notary Course can be accessed anytime (Day or Evening) and is available 7 days a week.
Additionally, customer support is just a click away. On-Line Training Course Includes:
· Instant Access
· Notary Concepts
· Definition Review
· Sample Forms
· Notary Law Subsection Review
· Notary Facts
· Notary Prep Test
· 1 Full year & 24 hour access
DATE/TIME: Anytime after March 15th at your convenience
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $25 / Non-Resident: $30 / Senior: $21 / Non-resident Senior: $25
A course fee of $50.00 is payable to the instructor via PayPal before the course begins.
Instructor will email you a link to course after registration.
COLLEGE PREPARATION
COLLEGE BOARD SAT REVIEW PROGRAM
Dawn Attard (English) – Jaclyn Leary (Math)
This course is designed for high school students who wish to raise their S.A.T. scores and get comfortable with the exam. Emphasis will be placed on the techniques, review and practice of actual S.A.T. tests. The course offered in the Spring Semester will prepare students for the 5/08/21 and 6/5/21 exams.
Register early!
MINIMUM ENROLLMENT: 8 STUDENTS- If the minimum enrollment is not met, you will be notified by phone 2 weeks before the start date of cancellation.
OFFERED: 6 sessions: April 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
TIME: 6:00-8:30 PM
LOCATION: VIRTUAL – instructors will email a link to virtual classroom after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $150 / Non-Resident: $165
*After registering for this course, an informational letter will be sent home with the required text to be purchased by the students. The students are required to have this text on first night of class.
Disruption of any class or activity by a participant will result in the termination of his/her enrollment. Any fee will be forfeited.
Dawn Attard (English) – Jaclyn Leary (Math)
This course is designed for high school students who wish to raise their S.A.T. scores and get comfortable with the exam. Emphasis will be placed on the techniques, review and practice of actual S.A.T. tests. The course offered in the Spring Semester will prepare students for the 5/08/21 and 6/5/21 exams.
Register early!
MINIMUM ENROLLMENT: 8 STUDENTS- If the minimum enrollment is not met, you will be notified by phone 2 weeks before the start date of cancellation.
OFFERED: 6 sessions: April 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
TIME: 6:00-8:30 PM
LOCATION: VIRTUAL – instructors will email a link to virtual classroom after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $150 / Non-Resident: $165
*After registering for this course, an informational letter will be sent home with the required text to be purchased by the students. The students are required to have this text on first night of class.
Disruption of any class or activity by a participant will result in the termination of his/her enrollment. Any fee will be forfeited.
CULINARY ARTS
CULINARY ARTS
BAKING TECHNIQUES
Roseann Filosa Atkins
Become your own CAKE BOSS! Enhance your baking and cake decorating skills in just 2 hours a week. During this 8 week program, we will cover a variety of recipes and techniques from cookie doughs to fancy tarts and flower piping. Students will be responsible for purchasing their own ingredients. A list of equipment and recipes will be emailed to each student after registration. Links for purchasing supplies for the class will also be provided. Weekly projects include:
1. Cookie doughs
2. Royal Icing Cookie Decorating
3. Chocolate Cupcakes & Chocolate Glaze
4. Chiffon Cake, Flower Piping
5. Swiss meringue buttercream & cake filling and finishing lesson
6. Chocolate Mousse & Stabilized Whipped Cream
7. Chocolate Truffles, including Chocolate Tempering lesson
8. Frangipane Tart with Apple or Pear
DATE/TIME: TUESDAYS 3/16, 3/23, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 from 7:00-9:00 pm
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructions for log in will be sent after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $60 / Non-Resident: $70 / Senior Fee: $51 / Non-resident Senior $60
Roseann Filosa Atkins
Become your own CAKE BOSS! Enhance your baking and cake decorating skills in just 2 hours a week. During this 8 week program, we will cover a variety of recipes and techniques from cookie doughs to fancy tarts and flower piping. Students will be responsible for purchasing their own ingredients. A list of equipment and recipes will be emailed to each student after registration. Links for purchasing supplies for the class will also be provided. Weekly projects include:
1. Cookie doughs
2. Royal Icing Cookie Decorating
3. Chocolate Cupcakes & Chocolate Glaze
4. Chiffon Cake, Flower Piping
5. Swiss meringue buttercream & cake filling and finishing lesson
6. Chocolate Mousse & Stabilized Whipped Cream
7. Chocolate Truffles, including Chocolate Tempering lesson
8. Frangipane Tart with Apple or Pear
DATE/TIME: TUESDAYS 3/16, 3/23, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 from 7:00-9:00 pm
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructions for log in will be sent after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $60 / Non-Resident: $70 / Senior Fee: $51 / Non-resident Senior $60
FINANCIAL PLANNING
UNDERSTANDING YOUR 403b
John Carbonara
A seminar created for all Long Island school district employees to teach attendees how their current 403 (b) retirement plan works alongside their social security and pension. Learning objectives include understanding how fees can be charged, product terminology, asset allocation, rebalancing, and developing a risk profile. Attendees leave with a better understanding of the retirement assert that complements their pension and social security. This informative one hour seminar is relevant for educators/administrators years away from retirement as well as those close to retirement. It is designed to help educators feel more in control by making this investment tangible so they understand why they own what they own.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY March 25 7:00-8:00 pm
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructions for log in will be sent after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: FREE for BETHPAGE UFSD Employees / OUTSIDE Districts $20
John Carbonara
A seminar created for all Long Island school district employees to teach attendees how their current 403 (b) retirement plan works alongside their social security and pension. Learning objectives include understanding how fees can be charged, product terminology, asset allocation, rebalancing, and developing a risk profile. Attendees leave with a better understanding of the retirement assert that complements their pension and social security. This informative one hour seminar is relevant for educators/administrators years away from retirement as well as those close to retirement. It is designed to help educators feel more in control by making this investment tangible so they understand why they own what they own.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY March 25 7:00-8:00 pm
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructions for log in will be sent after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: FREE for BETHPAGE UFSD Employees / OUTSIDE Districts $20
MUSIC
“SHOWTIME” GROUP SINGING and VOCAL TRAINING
Stuart Watarz
Enjoy group and solo singing with vocal coaching by a Julliard trained, professional musician. Share camaraderie and broaden musical knowledge. Each participant will have the opportunity to perform at their own comfort level. Songs of all styles will be included…pop, jazz, and American standards. Bring your favorite songs to share too. No musical experience is required. Enjoy a unique and fun opportunity to be coached by a pro and connect with fellow musical enthusiasts.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAYS 6:30-7:30 pm 3/18, 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructions for log in will be sent after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $50 / Non-Resident: $55 / Senior Fee: $43 / Non-resident Senior $50
Stuart Watarz
Enjoy group and solo singing with vocal coaching by a Julliard trained, professional musician. Share camaraderie and broaden musical knowledge. Each participant will have the opportunity to perform at their own comfort level. Songs of all styles will be included…pop, jazz, and American standards. Bring your favorite songs to share too. No musical experience is required. Enjoy a unique and fun opportunity to be coached by a pro and connect with fellow musical enthusiasts.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAYS 6:30-7:30 pm 3/18, 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructions for log in will be sent after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $50 / Non-Resident: $55 / Senior Fee: $43 / Non-resident Senior $50
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
PILATES
Bobbi Kensil
Come and enjoy the benefits of Pilates, which focuses on proper alignment, breathing, joint release and complete range of motion. Pilates brings harmony and balance to the body. It incorporates all the muscles in the body, but especially targets the core (the abdominals). The Pilates method creates flexibility and a toned, trim body. Anyone at any fitness level will benefit. A Pilates or soft mat is required.
DATE/TIME: MONDAYS 3/15, 3/22, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10 from 7:00-8:00 pm
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $60 / Non-Resident: $70/ Senior: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60
Bobbi Kensil
Come and enjoy the benefits of Pilates, which focuses on proper alignment, breathing, joint release and complete range of motion. Pilates brings harmony and balance to the body. It incorporates all the muscles in the body, but especially targets the core (the abdominals). The Pilates method creates flexibility and a toned, trim body. Anyone at any fitness level will benefit. A Pilates or soft mat is required.
DATE/TIME: MONDAYS 3/15, 3/22, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10 from 7:00-8:00 pm
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident: $60 / Non-Resident: $70/ Senior: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60
YOGA-**MORNING EDITION**
Cathy Darcy
Join us for a fun, lighthearted, and safe way to explore your yoga practice. All levels and abilities welcome and encouraged. Expect a good workout! Please bring your yoga mat and any props (strap, blanket, blocks) you may need.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAYS 3/18, 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13 from 10:00-11:00 am
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident Fee: $60 / Non-Resident Fee: $70/ Senior Fee: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60
Cathy Darcy
Join us for a fun, lighthearted, and safe way to explore your yoga practice. All levels and abilities welcome and encouraged. Expect a good workout! Please bring your yoga mat and any props (strap, blanket, blocks) you may need.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAYS 3/18, 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13 from 10:00-11:00 am
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident Fee: $60 / Non-Resident Fee: $70/ Senior Fee: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60
CHAIR YOGA
Cathy Darcy
This is a very gentle class in which stretches and Yoga postures are done in the chair and/or standing, and using the chair for support and/or balance. The class may be done completely in the chair to accommodate limited mobility. This class also focuses on deep breathing, linking breath to movement, and relaxation. Positive quotes are also read at the start and/or end of class. Nothing is needed for this class except a chair, and a strap or tie which will be used occasionally.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAYS 3/18, 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13 from 6:30-7:30 pm
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident Fee: $60 / Non-Resident Fee: $70/ Senior Fee: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60
Cathy Darcy
This is a very gentle class in which stretches and Yoga postures are done in the chair and/or standing, and using the chair for support and/or balance. The class may be done completely in the chair to accommodate limited mobility. This class also focuses on deep breathing, linking breath to movement, and relaxation. Positive quotes are also read at the start and/or end of class. Nothing is needed for this class except a chair, and a strap or tie which will be used occasionally.
DATE/TIME: THURSDAYS 3/18, 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13 from 6:30-7:30 pm
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident Fee: $60 / Non-Resident Fee: $70/ Senior Fee: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60
MEDITATION FOR DEEP RELAXATION
Paulette Silber
Learn the basics of calming and slowing down the mind, relaxing the body and opening to greater well-being. Learn a variety of techniques including deep breathing awareness, visualization, mindfulness, guided body relaxation, mantra and more. We will also practice “on the spot” techniques that can be used daily to stay focused and relaxed during activity. Learn how meditation can lower blood pressure, enhance work performance, improve sleep and create contentment in one’s life. Each student will be provided the tools to create a daily mediation practice to calm and bring relation into one’s lifestyle.
DATE/TIME: TUESDAYS 3/16, 3/23, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 from 7:30-8:30 pm
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident Fee: $60 / Non-Resident Fee: $70/ Senior Fee: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60
Paulette Silber
Learn the basics of calming and slowing down the mind, relaxing the body and opening to greater well-being. Learn a variety of techniques including deep breathing awareness, visualization, mindfulness, guided body relaxation, mantra and more. We will also practice “on the spot” techniques that can be used daily to stay focused and relaxed during activity. Learn how meditation can lower blood pressure, enhance work performance, improve sleep and create contentment in one’s life. Each student will be provided the tools to create a daily mediation practice to calm and bring relation into one’s lifestyle.
DATE/TIME: TUESDAYS 3/16, 3/23, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 from 7:30-8:30 pm
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident Fee: $60 / Non-Resident Fee: $70/ Senior Fee: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60
GENTLE YOGA FOR JOINTS – **MORNING EDITION**
Paulette Silber
For all levels of fitness, this course focuses on gentle yoga stretches without holding postures or sitting on the mat. You may also sit in a supportive chair. We will practice the accredited program “Joints and Glands Exercises” of the Himalayan Institute, gently stretching from head to toe, designed to relieve stiffness of joints and rebalance circulation throughout the glans. If you have thought about trying yoga and hesitated due to compromised mobility or lack of flexibility, then this course will benefit you. We will add self-massage and acupressure exercises to complement the benefit of gentle yoga stretches.
DATE/TIME: TUESDAYS 3/16, 3/23, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 from 10:00 – 11:00 am
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident Fee: $60 / Non-Resident Fee: $70/ Senior Fee: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60
Paulette Silber
For all levels of fitness, this course focuses on gentle yoga stretches without holding postures or sitting on the mat. You may also sit in a supportive chair. We will practice the accredited program “Joints and Glands Exercises” of the Himalayan Institute, gently stretching from head to toe, designed to relieve stiffness of joints and rebalance circulation throughout the glans. If you have thought about trying yoga and hesitated due to compromised mobility or lack of flexibility, then this course will benefit you. We will add self-massage and acupressure exercises to complement the benefit of gentle yoga stretches.
DATE/TIME: TUESDAYS 3/16, 3/23, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 from 10:00 – 11:00 am
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident Fee: $60 / Non-Resident Fee: $70/ Senior Fee: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60
TAI CHI ** MORNING EDITION**
Paulette Silber
Learn the Chinese secrets to superior movement, greater health and energy, stability and balance with the sun style of Tai Chi. Increase your range of motion and cushion joints through flowing, meditative movements that strengthen and tone. Learn to “be strong like a tree, yet flow like water”. Tai Chi provides a unique rejuvenation experience that also nurtures a peaceful mind. It is easy to learn and can benefit those with stiffness.
DATE/TIME: MONDAYS 3/15, 3/22, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10 from 10:00 – 11:00 am
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident Fee: $60 / Non-Resident Fee: $70/ Senior Fee: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60
Paulette Silber
Learn the Chinese secrets to superior movement, greater health and energy, stability and balance with the sun style of Tai Chi. Increase your range of motion and cushion joints through flowing, meditative movements that strengthen and tone. Learn to “be strong like a tree, yet flow like water”. Tai Chi provides a unique rejuvenation experience that also nurtures a peaceful mind. It is easy to learn and can benefit those with stiffness.
DATE/TIME: MONDAYS 3/15, 3/22, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10 from 10:00 – 11:00 am
LOCATION: ONLINE – Instructor will email link after registration
REGISTRATION FEE: Resident Fee: $60 / Non-Resident Fee: $70/ Senior Fee: $51/ Non-resident senior: $60