Cambridge Center for Adult Education: Winter 2014 by Cambridge Center for Adult Education

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Give the gift of Learning A gift certificate to the Cambridge Center for Adult Education can teach you how to write poetry, make pasta from scratch, and even tango! Give a gift that lasts forever…the gift of learning. To purchase a gift certificate, call 617.547.6789 or stop by the registration desk at 42 Brattle Street.

A B O U T T H E C OV E R

Over cover features a photograph taken by Skip Schiel, an instructor at CCAE, of an oil painting class with a live model.

Catalog Directory PLEASE NOTE: Schedules sometimes change. Check CCAE.org for up-to-date schedule information and last-minute course additions.

R EG I STRATI O N AND GE NE RAL I NFOR M ATION CCAE.org Phone: 617.547.6789 x1

CO U RS E CAT EG O R IES COOKING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 WINE & SPIRITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Fax: 617.497.7532

SPORTS & EXERCISE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Located at: 42 Brattle Street, Harvard Square

MEDITATION & MOVEMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Mailing address: P.O. Box 9113 Cambridge, MA 02238-9113

LANGUAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Foreign Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 English as a Second Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

R EG I STER ONL INE AT CCAE.ORG R EG I STRATI O N OPENS Friday, November 1

HOME & GARDEN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 LIFE SKILLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 HUMANITIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

W I N TER TERM BEGINS Monday, January 13

Contemporary Issues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 LITERATURE & WRITING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Writing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

H OLI DAYS

PERFORMING ARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

No classes will be held on:

Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY Monday, January 20

Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

PRESIDENTS’ DAY Monday, February 17

Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 COMPUTERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 PERSONAL FINANCE & INVESTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

OFFI C E H OURS Monday-Thursday 8:30am-9pm

BUSINESS & WORKPLACE SKILLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 GAMES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 TRAVEL & TOURS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Friday 8:30am-7pm

ARTS & CRAFTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Saturday 9am-2pm

Drawing, Painting, Sculpture & Printmaking. . . . . . . 54

Sunday 12-5pm

Art History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Jewelry, Woodworking & Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Sewing & Fiber Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 PHOTOGRAPHY, FILM & VIDEO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

FALL CLASSES STILL ENROLLING

STILL ENROLLING FOR FALL TERM Don’t wait! These classes are happening now at the Center. Fall term classes are still enrolling; check out some of the courses offered below. Visit our website at CCAE.org or call us at 617.547.6789 to register today.

COOKING, WINE & SPIRITS EASY THANKSGIVING DINNER

PHOTOGRAPHY

WRITING

THE ART OF FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

SELF-PROMOTION FOR WRITERS 1 Tuesday, 6-8:30pm. Nov. 5 | $56

1 Saturday, 12-4pm. Nov. 23 | $97

3 Fridays, 7-9pm. Begins Nov. 8 | $110

LATIN AMERICAN CHRISTMAS DINNER

DIGITAL SLR CAMERA: PART 2

A SLANT OF LIGHT: HAIKU FOR AN AUTUMN AFTERNOON

1 Sunday, 9am-4:45pm. Nov. 17 | $126

1 Saturday, 1-4pm. Nov. 16 | $65

1 Wednesday, 6:30-9:30pm. Dec. 11 | $78

WINE & WRITING 2 Thursdays, 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Nov. 14 | $112

PHOTOGRAPHY PORTFOLIO REVIEW 1 Tuesday, 7:45-9:45pm. Nov. 19 | $60

PERSONAL FINANCE & INVESTING

BEER & DESSERT 1 Friday, 7-9pm. Dec. 6 | $67

COMPUTERS ARTS & CRAFTS FUSED GLASS BOWLS & PLATES

BASIC MAC SKILLS 3 Tuesdays, 12:30-2:30pm. Begins Nov. 12 | $140

BASIC WINDOWS SKILLS

1 Sunday, 2-4:30pm. Nov. 10 | $56

3 Tuesdays, 3-5pm. Begins Nov. 12 | $140

GLASSBLOWING: HOLIDAY ORNAMENT WORKSHOP

HOW TO USE YOUR SMARTPHONE

1 Saturday, 10am-2pm. Dec. 7 | $158

2 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Nov. 18 | $80

BUILDING A BUZZ: USING SOCIAL MEDIA AS A MARKETING TOOL 2 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Nov. 19 | $80

ENTREPRENEURSHIP: STARTING & SUCCEEDING IN ANY TYPE OF BUSINESS 1 Saturday, 2-5pm. Nov. 23 | $80

SAVING FOR RETIREMENT 2 Mondays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Nov. 18 | $65

LEARN TO NEEDLEPOINT 1 Sunday, 12-4pm. Dec. 8 | $82

LIFE SKILLS TAMING EVERYDAY ANXIETY 2 Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Nov. 6 | $69

ATTRACTING A LIFE PARTNER 2 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Nov. 6 | $81

Note: Number of sessions for each class is indicated inside brackets: [1] means one session [2] means two sessions.

SEE CCAE .ORG FOR UPDATED SCHEDULES & INFORMATION

COOKING

COOKING GET TO KNOW YOUR FOOD: LEARN HOW TO SHOP LIKE A CHEF NEW Sebastian Nava Graduate, Culinary Institute of America Great cooking starts with great shopping. Learn how to pick out ingredients and shop like a professional. We will cover a world of food, including vegetables, fruits, lettuces, mushrooms, special oils, vinegars, salts, cheese, meats, spices, and much more. Learn what makes certain varieties special and how to taste and shop like a chef. While there will be some cooking involved, we’ll focus primarily on learning about ingredients and tasting. COURSE CODE: FOOD

Sec. 01: 3 Mondays, 11am-1pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $110

NEW APPROACH TO BASIC COOKING SKILLS & TECHNIQUES NEW Dagmar Smith Chef, Graduate of Cambridge School of Culinary Art Join us for a new approach to cooking basics. In this hands-on cooking class, we’ll cover knife skills and then work our way through the chapters in Mark Bittman’s How to Cook Everything: The Basics. The instructor also will teach her own recipes: pancakes with blueberry syrup, muffins, salsa, bruschetta, hot and sour soup, pantry pasta, spicy slaw, tabbouleh, curried mussels, roast salmon, braised turkey, Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, chili, bean burgers, lamb curry, pizza, brownies, fruit crisp, and chocolate chip cookies. COURSE CODE: NEWB

COOKING WITHOUT RECIPES: FOUR WEEKS TO BECOMING A BETTER COOK Edgar Ievins Private Chef, chefedgar.com Have you ever wondered why some recipes work better than others? How to make substitutions? How certain ingredient combinations express specific cultures or cuisines? Examine various approaches to preparation, cooking styles, and the science behind taste. From quick and healthy stir-fry dishes to slow-cooked braises and from appetizers to desserts, you will apply professional techniques to improve your basic cooking skills. Each session will be complete with dinner, take-home containers, and recipes. COURSE CODE: CKWR

Sec. 01: 3 Wednesdays: Feb. 12, 19, and 26 and 1 Monday, Mar. 3, 6:30-9:30pm. | $230

BAKING INTENSIVE: THREE WEEKS TO BECOMING A BETTER BAKER Edgar Ievins Private Chef, chefedgar.com Looking to dramatically improve your baking skills? Explore concepts and terms, hone your skills, and get suggestions for continued improvement. We’ll tackle yeast breads from France and Italy and non-yeast techniques, from biscuit, creaming, muffin, and egg-foam methods to laminated dough and beyond. Lunch, take-home containers, and recipes — including your favorite pastry, bread, or other product — will be provided. COURSE CODE: BAKE

Sec. 01: Saturday, Jan. 18, 10am-4pm & Saturday, Jan. 25 & Feb. 1, 11am-3pm | $240

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Begins Feb. 4 | $310

Cambridge Center for Adult Education

TEST KITCHEN Our new Test Kitchen provides an ideal setting for groups and corporate events. Select a private cooking class with one of our professional chefs and gather your friends in this amazing setting designed by Maryann Thompson Architects in the historic Dexter Pratt House located right in the heart of Harvard Square. It is the perfect idea for a birthday, holiday party, or just plain fun!

NOT JUST FOR COOKING CLASSES!

Please contact: Mimi de Quesada, Director of Marketing & Communications, at mimi.dequesada@ccae.org for details.

SEE CCAE .ORG FOR UPDATED SCHEDULES & INFORMATION

COOKING

KNIFE & PREPARATION SKILLS

BISTRO ON A BUDGET

Marianne Marrone Professional Chef

Edgar Ievins Private Chef, chefedgar.com

Through a combination of demonstration and class practice, learn how to chop, dice, and slice like a pro. You’ll learn about knives and how to use them wisely, and you’ll practice the basic techniques.

Enjoy the elegant tastes of Paris without breaking the bank. This study of French cuisine places as much emphasis on technique as on recipes. In this very hands-on class, we will prepare appetizers, salads, and main dishes, including bilini with sour cream, French onion soup, croquetmonsieur and steak au poivre. For dessert, we will enjoy the classic chocolate marquise.

COURSE CODE: KNIF

Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 23 | $150

BUTCHERING 101: A TWO-PART SERIES ON WORKING WITH CHICKEN & FISH NEW

COURSE CODE: BIST

Sec. 01: 1 Monday, 6:30pm-9:30pm. Mar. 24 | $80

Marianne Marrone Professional Chef

FRENCH REGIONAL COOKING

Learn the butchering skills every home chef needs. Wrapped chicken parts in the meat aisle are a lost opportunity to develop flavor, which is rooted in creating a flavorful liquid. In Section 01, we’ll cover chicken butchering techniques for removing the protein from the bone, how to make a tasty stock, and cooking techniques that will make your chicken delicious. We’ll also cover proper food handling and storage to enhance flavor and food safety. In Section 02, you’ll learn how to take full advantage of a fish CSA. We’ll filet and skin a flat and round fish, and the chef instructor will share recipes for whole fish, filleted fish, and filling for roulades.

Dagmar Smith Chef, Graduate of Cambridge School of Culinary Art Enjoy a hands-on introduction to traditional dishes from many different provinces in France. Learn to make mussels with hard cider and cream from Normandy, kirsch soufflé from Alsace, tapenade from Provence, coq au vin from Bourgogne, pork with prunes from Périgord, potato gratin from Dauphine, and clafoutis (cherry flan) from Limousin. In each class, we will prepare a complete meal from appetizer to dessert. At the end of the evening, we will share the meal and stories of France.

COURSE CODE: BUTC

COURSE CODE: FREG

CHICKEN

Sec. 01: 3 Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $160

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 6 | $85 FLAT FISH & ROUND FISH

PARISIAN MACARONS NEW

Sec. 02: 1 Thursday, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 13 | $85

Grace Cheng Chef, Finalist on Master Chef

BOTH SESSIONS (DISCOUNTED PRICE)

Sec. 03: 2 Thursdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 6 & 13 | $155

SUCCULENT BURGERS See CCAE.org for instructor Not all burgers are created equal. Learn how to make delicious, succulent burgers on the grill — every time! We will explore various ingredients — beef, turkey, fish, and veggies — along with techniques and equipment that will take your burger cooking skills up a notch or two. We also will talk condiments, rolls, and accompaniments.

The popularity of French macarons is sweeping the nation! Delicate and colorful, these little confectionaries will be sure highlights at an afternoon tea or a sweet ending to a sophisticated meal, and they also make perfect hostess gifts. We will make the shells and a couple of fillings so that you will go home with a variety of treats and the knowledge to impress. Allergen alert: macarons contain eggs and almonds. C O U R S E C O D E : M ACA

Sec 01: 1 Saturday, 11am-2pm. Mar. 22 | $80

COURSE CODE: BURG

TRADITIONAL ITALIAN PASTRIES

Sec. 01: 1 Monday, 6:30-9:30pm. Mar. 17 | $80

Beatrice Sannino Native of Italy

COOKING FOR BEGINNERS

Make several common Italian pastries, a few belonging to traditional festivities and others appropriate for any occasion. We’ll create chiacchiere (friable carnival pastries), struffoli (typical recipes for Neapolitan Christmas holidays), bigne di San Giuseppe (pastry puffs filled with cream cooked for Father’s Day), salame di cioccolato (a sausage made of chocolate and crunched cookies), and tiramisu (perhaps one of the best-known Italian sweet recipes). Each recipe will be presented in its historical and geographical context.

Richard Kazimer Cooking Technique Instructor Develop classic cooking skills that will help you understand recipes and instill the confidence to create and improvise. We’ll start with knife skills and move on to basic techniques. We will discuss cuts of meats and fish, types of produce, where to shop, and what kitchen equipment you actually “need” (versus “want)”. We’ll make (and eat!) breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a whole host of comfort foods in between. The future of home cooking is yours! COURSE CODE: COBE

COURSE CODE: ITPS

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $187

Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 11am-2pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $285 Sec. 02: 3 Thursdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Begins Mar. 6 | $160

ITALIAN PASTA SAUCE TECHNIQUES

HEALTHY COOKING FOR EVERYONE

Learn to make seasonal pasta sauces from scratch using seasonal products. You’ll learn traditional recipes that are typical of different Italian regions, healthy, and made with vegetables. Come discover how to make tasty farm-to-table dishes, including how to pick the sweetest eggplants, the tastiest artichokes, and the freshest broccoli di rape to make the best orecchiette con le cime di rapa ever.

See CCAE.org for instructor Join us in a supportive environment to gain and improve skills and techniques for healthy eating. We’ll talk about everything from shopping to chopping to serving — enjoying delicious meals along the way. Learn how to translate nutritional recommendations into your daily life and make lasting changes in the way you think about food. We’ll cook with as many local, seasonal ingredients as we can, with a focus on nourishing our whole selves, not on restricting our diets.

Beatrice Sannino Native of Italy

COURSE CODE: IPST

Sec. 01: 3 Mondays, 6:30-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 27 | $170

COURSE CODE: YUMY

Sec. 01: 6 Tuesdays, 11am-2pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $285 REGISTER ONLINE AT CCAE .ORG OR CALL 617. 547.6789

COOKING

FRIDAY NIGHT COOKING SERIES Grab a friend and join us on Friday nights to wrap up the week with fantastic food, drinks, and camaraderie in our new teaching kitchen. This is a great way to kick off the weekend: Meet new friends while you build your food and wine skills! SPECIAL WINTER TERM OFFER: Sign up for two Fridays and get the third class for half the price! You must register no later than January 23 and sign up for all three classes at the same time. Call us at 617.547.6789 x1 or stop by the office to get this discount.

MAKING PIZZA AT HOME Sebastian Nava Graduate, Culinary Institute of America Learn from a professional pizza maker how to make artisan pizza — perfect for parties and impressing your friends. We’ll cover how to make your own dough, shape a pizza like a professional, get professional results when baking in a home oven, and more. You’ll get the feel for dough in this hands-on course. COURSE CODE: PIZZ

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-9:30pm. Jan. 17 | $80

CLASSIC DISHES FROM LOUISIANA: GUMBO & BBQ SHRIMP Rafael Pereira Chef At least since the 1890s, Louisiana’s cuisine has been considered by many to be the best in the U.S. with its solid foundations in French technique, and with influences from Spain, Italy, Africa, and Native America. Indeed, Louisiana has developed two distinct cooking styles, Cajun and Creole. Learn some of the region’s renowned dishes, such as gumbo, barbecued shrimp, and bananas Foster. COURSE CODE: LOUI

SPANISH PAELLA Rafael Pereira Chef Join us for a night of conversation, anecdotes, and overall fun, plus a detailed demonstration of the cooking of paella, one of the world’s most renowned rice dishes. Our version contains scallops, shrimp, fish, mussels, chorizo, chicken, saffron, pimientos, peas, tomatoes, and more. The palate, the nostrils, and the eyes will be highly stimulated with this dish. And to further stimulate the spirit, we will have some sangria. This is a hands-on class: everyone will help prepare the meal. C O U R S E C O D E : PA E L

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-9:30pm. Jan. 24 | $80

WINE & CHEESE PAIRING Laura Schragen Wine & Cheese Expert

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-9:30 pm. Feb. 7 | $80

VALENTINE’S DAY COUPLES’ WINE & APPETIZER CLASS Mark Leighton Wine Consultant Dagmar Smith Chef, Graduate of Cambridge School of Culinary Art Join us for a fun evening of wine and food pairings. With the help of some students, we will prepare an assortment of appetizers, including brie tortes, crab canapés, marinated goat cheese, salmon pinwheels, stuffed cherry tomatoes, and puff-pastry parmesan herb straws. We will taste an assortment of crisp whites and hearty reds from both the New World and the Old World along with the appetizers. A fruit tart paired with a light, sweet, and clean Moscato D’Asti will provide a sweet finish.

Pairing the right cheese with an appropriate wine can elevate this decadent match to a new level, leaving you with a taste explosion that is sublime indeed. We will sample and discuss a variety of wines paired with artisanal cheeses and learn about the origins of the products and the direction the cheese and wine industries are headed. Strengthening our senses and encouraging opinions will be a focal point of the class. You must be 21 or older to enroll in this class.

COURSE CODE: HSVD

COURSE CODE: WICH

Join us for a truly Caribbean experience! We will cook a goat fricassee in a sauce of wine, olives, peas, and red pepper along with mofongo, a green plantain and bacon porridge served with rich fish broth. Learn about the cultural context of these dishes and the history of Puerto Rico as you enjoy delicious, authentic food.

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 7-9pm. Jan. 31 | $75

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 14 | $85

PUERTO RICAN SPECIALTIES: GOAT STEW & MOFONGO Rafael Pereira Chef

COURSE CODE: PUER

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 21 | $80

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COOKING

FRENCH FIVE-COURSE DINNER & WINE TASTING NEW Mark Leighton Wine Consultant Dagmar Smith Chef, Graduate of Cambridge School of Culinary Art We’ll enjoy a sparkling wine aperitif, followed by marinated goat cheese with puff pastry twists (paired with a vibrant tangy Sancerre), potato leek soup (paired with a richer Pinot Gris from Alsace), and boeuf a la Bourguignonne (paired with an earthy, meaty red Burgundy). To follow the entree in the French style, we’ll have a composed salad with walnut vinaigrette (paired with an off-the-beaten-path white from the Jura region). We’ll make fruit tarts and enjoy them with an unctuous, fruit-laden, creamy Sauternes. COURSE CODE: FRF V

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-9:30pm. Mar. 7 | $80

A MEXICAN MOLE DINNER Rafael Pereira Chef Spanish conqueror Bernal Diaz del Castillo recorded that the Native Americans in Mexico were eating dishes combining tomatoes, chiles, and pumpkin seeds. The tradition continues to this day, climaxing in the famous mole verde. Come and enjoy a dinner centered around this masterpiece of the Mexican kitchen, combining chicken, pumpkin seeds, chiles, tomatillos, cilantro, and spices. We’ll also cook side dishes, including rice. COURSE CODE: MOLE

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-9:30pm. Mar. 14 | $80

JAPANESE SMALL PLATES & SAKE TASTING Yoko Bryden Cooking Instructor The izakaya is a type of Japanese drinking establishment serving a variety of small tasty dishes with drinks. Learn to make a selection of these easy-to-prepare dishes — which make for an impressive dinner for guests — including Japanese beef roll, crispy root vegetables with soy balsamic sauce, and cold tofu with warm sesame dressing. You will taste small amounts of sake to learn how to serve and eat in real izakaya style. Feel free to bring your own sake, too. COURSE CODE: JSMP

MASALA DOSAI NEW Rukmini Srinivas Bodhi Tree Catering Delicious and gluten-free, masala dosais are crisp and fluffy rice and lentil wraps filled with a spicy potato curry and served with creamy coconut chutney. With their combination of easy-to-digest protein and curried vegetables, these popular crepes make for a healthy, light meal. Join us to learn how to make the dosai batter; spread the batter, cook the crepe, and fill it with a delicious curried vegetable filling; grind the coconut chutney; and enjoy the fruits of your labor. COURSE CODE: DOSA

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-9:30 pm. Mar. 21 | $80

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-9pm. Feb. 28 | $80

HAND-CUT, HAND-ROLLED PASTA WITHOUT A MACHINE NEW Marianne Marrone Professional Chef Learn to make hand-cut flat pasta like pappardelle, fettuccine, and tagliatelle. We will roll and cut flat pasta in class, as well as cover basic pasta dough recipes. We’ll also discuss various flours and review the proper salt-to-water ratios for cooking pasta. We will also explore accompaniments to a fresh pasta dinner (ones that can be prepared in the time it takes your water boil), the classic Italian pairings with the pasta cuts, flat versus textured pasta, and proper knife skills.

A REAL NEW ORLEANS MARDI GRAS! Rembs Layman Chef, Tupelo Restaurant Kris Butler Certified Beer Judge Learn how to make an amazing, authentic Mardi Gras feast and how to enhance it further with fabulous craft beer. In this hands-on cooking class with plenty of beer, a chef and beer maven join forces to show you how well New Orleans foods and local brews match. We’ll start with a welcome beer; prepare shrimp remoulade, Cajun gumbo, and jambalaya; and end with a king cake! Five beers, four courses, lots of fun.

COURSE CODE: HCUT

COURSE CODE: MRDI

Sec. 03: 1 Thursday, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 20 | $85

Sec. 01: 1 Monday, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 17 | $90

COOKING

GNOCCHI: POTATO & CHEESE NEW

THE SEASONAL VEGAN

Marianne Marrone Professional Chef

See CCAE.org for instructor

COURSE CODE: GNOC

Learn to take rich, savory comfort foods and make them without meat, eggs, dairy, honey, or other animal products. We’ll address how to help vegetables shine on their own, without the addition of butter, cream, or bacon. Rather than relying on processed soy cheese and mayos, we’ll focus on the versatile flavors of vegetables. Come discover how traditional meat and potatoes can be converted, and enhanced, to stick-to-your-ribs, delicious vegan dishes.

Sec. 03: 1 Thursday, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 27 | $85

COURSE CODE: VEGS

This class is designed to follow “Pasta Without a Machine,” but that class is not a prerequisite. We will cover recipes for both potato and ricotta gnocchi. We also will review knife skills and discuss stocks, classic Italian pairings, proper cooking techniques and water temperature, salting, and pasta-to-water ratio.

Sec. 01: 1 Wednesday, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 5 | $80

PASTA FROM SCRATCH Rosaria Francucci Native of Italy Take the leap into making pasta from scratch in this hands-on course. You’ll learn about the various flours and other ingredients of fresh pasta and create fettuccine- or tagliatelle-style pasta, plus a special northern Italian dish using (store-bought) buckwheat pasta and vegetables. We also will delve into stuffed pasta: ravioli with two fillings (pumpkin and classical Florentine with spinach and ricotta) and lasagna. C O U R S E C O D E : PA S C

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 12-4pm. Feb. 22 | $95

JUICING & BLENDING FOR YOUR HEALTH NEW Laurel McConville Living Foods Chef Try as we might, most of us aren’t getting nearly the amount of fresh, raw produce our bodies would like. Juicing and blending fruits, vegetables, and leafy greens is a good way to give our diets a much needed boost. Together we’ll blend and press an array of fruits and vegetables, and dig into the subject of juicing for good health. We’ll discuss what to juice, when to juice, which machine is the right fit for you, and how to create juices that you actually crave. C O U R S E C O D E : R AWJ

RAVIOLI STEP-BY-STEP

Sec. 01: 1 Monday, 6:30-8:30pm. Jan. 13 | $85

Rosaria Francucci Native of Italy

KOREAN KITCHEN

Italy boasts delicious ravioli from all regions. Come learn how to prepare ravioli from Abruzzi: large, square, half-moon ravioli filled with spinach, squash, and ricotta cheese and topped with meat and marinara sauce. We will prepare our own dough, filling, and sauce in this fun-filled class. C O U R S E C O D E : R AV I

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 12-4pm. Mar. 1 | $95

SPANISH SOUPS & STEWS Rafael Pereira Chef Spain’s immense repertoire of earthy, filling, meal-in-a-pot soups, stews, and braised dishes are just what the long cold spells of New England demand. We will cook some classic dishes such as Caldo Gallego (Galician style beef, beans, and kale stew); a casserole of chickpeas, saffron, and chorizo sausage; a fish soup in an almond sauce; chicken cooked with wine, herbs, and pine nuts; and Basque-style pork loin braised in milk. We’ll also make vegetable side dishes and rice, including saffron rice. COURSE CODE: SPCF

Sec. 01: 3 Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $148

Grace Cheng Chef, Finalist on Master Chef One of the most healthful of the Asian cuisines, tasty Korean cuisine features mainly vegetables and harmonized sauces. The instructor will offer a mix of lecture and demonstration of a variety of delicious home dishes: spicy cucumber salad, chapchae noodles, pa jeon (vegetarian pancakes), and vegetarian bibimbap. C O U R S E C O D E : KO R K

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 11am-2pm. Jan. 12 | $80

HEALTHY JAPANESE NABE (HOTPOT) NEW Yoko Bryden Cooking Instructor Nabe is a type of Japanese meal prepared in a clay pot (for which the cooking style is named). It is a very popular for winter meals, with everyone gathered around a hot pot to cook all kinds of vegetables, fish, or meats in broth. Nabe can be eaten with or without dipping sauce (depending on the preparation)and features healthy ingredients. We will prepare two kinds of nabe: tori-nabe (chicken meatball) and yu-dofu (tofu) with dipping sauce. COURSE CODE: NABE

SPANISH TAPAS WITH SAUCES

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 6:30-9pm. Jan. 16 | $80

Rafael Pereira Chef

DINNER IN CHINATOWN

Discover Spanish sauces and tapas that can be easily transformed into meals. Among the appetizers we’ll prepare are beef strips with Asturian cabrales (blue cheese) sauce, pork tenderloin medallions with a prune sauce, Catalan lima bean salad with mint and greens, sautéed mushrooms, chicken cutlets in an orange sauce, shrimp in a romesco (roasted almond and dried chili sauce), sausage in a fennel-tomato sauce, and mussels in green sauce. To further stimulate the appetite and spirit, we’ll prepare and drink sangria.

Cho Li

C O U R S E C O D E : S TA P

COURSE CODE: CHTD

Sec. 01: 3 Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Begins Mar. 5 | $148

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 4:30-8:30pm. Mar. 16, Meets in the courtyard at 42 Brattle St. | $75

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Enjoy a walking tour of Chinatown’s grocery stores, barbecue shops, bakeries, and restaurants followed by dinner with the instructor at a restaurant of his choice. He’ll give you advice about ordering, explain various cooking techniques, and talk about what makes a harmonious Chinese meal, so you can come back and enjoy Chinatown on your own. The class will convene at 42 Brattle Street and then take the T downtown. Tuition includes the cost of dinner, taxes, and tip.

COOKING

VIETNAMESE COOKING Yasmin Saulnier Asian Cooking Instructor Embrace the light and delicate flavors of Vietnamese cuisine, which is known for the use of crisp fresh herbs, vegetables, and spicy dipping sauce accompaniments. We will cover some of the classics of Vietnamese cuisine and get a little hands-on practice making salad and spring rolls. Dishes include pho (traditional beef noodle soup), shrimp salad rolls with peanut/bean dipping sauce, stir-fried lemon grass chicken, and steamed jasmine rice.

THE ART OF CRÈPES: SWEET & SAVORY VERSIONS FOR BREAKFAST, BRUNCH & DESSERT NEW Olivia Baré Owner, Carré Sucré

COURSE CODE: VFOO

Crèpes are a simple yet versatile staple often present in French cuisine. In this class, we will make various types of crèpes, both sweet and savory, using different base recipes. You will pick from a variety of Europeaninspired ingredients to craft your own and explore delicious combinations of fillings. At the end of the class, you will take home not only your creations but also a new skill for your next brunch party. Happy taste buds guaranteed!

Sec. 01: 2 Sundays, 11am-2pm. Begins Jan. 19 | $135

COURSE CODE: CREP

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 11am-2pm. Mar. 15 | $80

INTRODUCTION TO THAI COOKING Yasmin Saulnier Asian Cooking Instructor

FRENCH CRÊPES: SAVORY, SWEET & ALWAYS CLASSY NEW

Learn to use ingredients such as lemongrass, fish sauce, Thai chilies, and coconut milk to achieve the flavors that make Thai cuisine so popular worldwide. We’ll prepare Som Tum (a spicy vegetable salad with peanuts and coriander), green curry chicken, stir-fried broccoli with beef in oyster sauce, and pad Thai noodles with shrimp.

Lillie Webb Baker

COURSE CODE: TFOO

Sec. 01: 2 Sundays, 11am-2pm. Begins Feb. 2 | $135

VEGETARIAN MALAY COOKING Yasmin Saulnier Asian Cooking Instructor Malaysian food is a delectable fusion of diverse cultures: Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Baba. As you learn to prepare its fantastically varied dishes, which appeal to a wide range of palates, you also will gain insight into the country’s culture and social structure. Dishes will include popiah (steamed spring rolls), rojak (fruit and vegetable salad in a special sauce), sayur lodeh (coconut vegetable stew), and pulut hitam (sticky black glutinous rice pudding). COURSE CODE: MAL A

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 11am-2pm. Mar. 16 | $80

Why fight for dinner reservations when you can learn to whip up a romantic meal for your sweetie? We’ll explore both savory galettes and dessert crêpes with a variety of fillings. Once you have mastered the basics, the possibilities for customization are endless. While we savor the fruits of our pan-flipping labor, we’ll also learn a little about French food culture and how to pronounce some oh-so-sweet nothings in French that are sure to impress that special someone. C O U R S E C O D E : VC R P

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 11am-2pm. Feb. 15 | $80

STARTING A FOOD TRUCK See CCAE.org for instructor Ever wonder about starting your own food truck business? Join successful food truck entrepreneurs to learn the ins and outs: How to get started, finding equipment, marketing, and more. This class will not meet in the kitchen; the Center will announce the room location prior to the first session. COURSE CODE: FDTR

CAKE DECORATING BASICS

Sec. 01: 2 Saturdays, 12-1:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $75 Sec: 02: 2 Saturdays, 12-1:30pm. Begins Mar. 15 | $75

Yasmin Saulnier Cake Decorating Instructor, lusciouslayers.webs.com

OYSTER TASTING & TUTORIAL

In this fun class for beginners, you’ll learn the right way to decorate cakes, step by step. We will cover how to bake a great cake; make and color icing; and level, tort, fill, and frost a cake without crumbs. You’ll learn decorating techniques including starts, shaggy mums, rosettes, shells, drop flowers, dimensional decorating, the lovely ribbon rose, and more. Supplies cost approximately $80.

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COURSE CODE: CDEC

C O U R S E C O D E : OYS T

Sec. 01: 2 Sundays, 11am-2pm. Begins Feb. 16 | $109

Become a maven of the bivalve mollusk! This tasting and tutorial is for half-shell hedonists and novices alike. Under the expert guidance of a professional chef, you’ll learn how to shuck and slurp oysters and to discern the flavor profiles inherent in different varieties. Enjoy oysters on the half shell, as well as prepared in four different tasty ways. Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 11am-2pm. Feb. 8 | $75 Sec. 02: 1 Saturday, 11am-2pm. Mar. 8 | $75

GUM-PASTE FLOWERS Yasmin Saulnier Cake Decorating Instructor, lusciouslayers.webs.com Take your cakes to a whole new level with beautiful lifelike gum-paste flowers. You’ll learn to make stargazer lilies, gerbera daisies, briar rose, stephanotis, and more. You’ll also discover how to create wired bouquets and how to use color dusts to make your flowers come to life. You’ll be amazed at the artistic quality you can achieve! Supplies cost approximately $100. COURSE CODE: GUMP

Sec. 01: 2 Sundays, 11am-2pm. Begins Mar. 2 | $109

WINE & SPIRITS WINE & SPIRITS VALENTINE’S DAY COUPLES’ WINE & APPETIZER CLASS Mark Leighton Wine Consultant Dagmar Smith Chef, Graduate of Cambridge School of Culinary Art With the help of some students, our chef will prepare an assortment of appetizers, including brie tortes, crab canapés, marinated goat cheese, salmon pinwheels, stuffed cherry tomatoes, and puff-pastry parmesan herb straws. We’ll sample these alongside crisp white wines and hearty reds from both the New World and the Old World, as we discuss grape varieties and food pairing. To finish, we’ll enjoy a sweet fruit tart paired with a light, sweet, and clean Moscato D’Asti. COURSE CODE: HSVD

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 14 | $85

FINE WINE ON A TIGHT BUDGET Mark Leighton Wine Consultant Yes, you can get a great-tasting bottle of wine for under $10! Learn how to evaluate the mystery wines in the 2-for-$16 bin, pick through the closeout rack, and recognize a bargain when you see one. The instructor will share his favorite discount wine sections and the secret wine graveyards where the great wines go to die. Italy, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, Spain, and Portugal all offer prospects, but so do France, Germany, and the United States.

FRENCH FIVE-COURSE DINNER & WINE TASTING Mark Leighton Wine Consultant Dagmar Smith Chef, Graduate of Cambridge School of Culinary Art We’ll enjoy a sparkling wine aperitif, followed by marinated goat cheese with puff pastry twists (paired with a vibrant, tangy Sancerre), potato leek soup (paired with a richer Pinot Gris from Alsace), and boeuf a la Bourguignonne (paired with an earthy, meaty red Burgundy). To follow the entree in the French style, we’ll have a composed salad with walnut vinaigrette (paired with an off-the-beaten-path white from the Jura region). We’ll make fruit tarts in class and enjoy them with an unctuous, fruit-laden, creamy Sauternes. COURSE CODE: FRF V

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-9:30pm. Mar. 7 | $80

RED WINES OF ITALY See CCAE.org for instructor With a long and rich gastronomic tradition, Italy is an undisputed leader in the world of wine. Yet most people are unaware of the country’s diversity of grapes and wine styles. Many wine-lovers have tried a Chianti or a Sangiovese blend — but what about a complex Rosso di Montalcino from Tuscany or a spicy Nero D’Avola from Sicily? Join us to explore an impressive variety of Italian red wines and discover a new favorite in the process. COURSE CODE: RWIT

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 7-9pm. Jan. 17 | $75

COURSE CODE: F W TB

Sec. 01: 2 Fridays, 7-9pm. Feb. 21 & 28 | $105

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You must be 21 or older to enroll in Wine & Spirits classes.

WINE & SPIRITS

FRENCH WINE TOUR

WINE & CHEESE PAIRING

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Laura Schragen Wine & Cheese Expert

Join us for a whirlwind tour of some of the premier wine-producing regions of France. The itinerary could include Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Rhone, the Loire Valley, Alsace, or Languedoc, as well as lesser-known regions. COURSE CODE: F WNT

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 7-9pm. Jan. 24 | $75

GERMANY: IT’S MORE THAN JUST RIESLING Nick Martinelli Wine Buyer, The Spirited Gourmet The one grape variety that comes to mind when people think of Germany is Riesling. While Riesling still accounts for more than 80 percent of plantings in the country, other wines — such as whites produced from Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Sylvaner, and Muller-Thurgau and reds produced from Pinot Noir, Dornfelder, and Domina — deserve to be heard. Join the Cork Dork to discover the “other” grapes of Germany. COURSE CODE: GERW

Sec.01: 3 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Feb. 26 | $120

WINETASTING: A BEGINNER’S SAMPLER Mark Leighton Wine Consultant Uncertain as to the difference between Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc, Chianti and Cabernet, Burgundy and Barossa? Join us to learn how to distinguish between wine styles, grape varieties, and regions. We’ll discuss how to buy wine at all price points, how to taste wine to get the most out of every glass, what makes a new world wine different from the same type of wine produced in France or Italy, and the best food pairings for different wine styles. COURSE CODE: WSAM

Sec. 01: 2 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $120 Sec. 02: 2 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Mar. 4 | $120

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 7-9pm. Jan. 31 | $72

BASIC MIXOLOGY See CCAE.org for instructor Ever wonder why your homemade drinks never taste as good as those at a bar? Through a combination of lectures and hands-on mixing, learn proper cocktail-building techniques. Each class will focus on a different base spirit: vodka, gin, rum, tequila, or whiskey. We’ll also explore seasonal flavor variations; homemade syrups and infusions; bitters; the difference between shaken and stirred cocktails; and the importance of chilled glassware, ice, and proper dilution. You’ll also learn a bit about cocktail history. Supplies cost approximately $30. C O U R S E C O D E : M I XO

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 27 | $145

APHRODISIAC COCKTAILS Harmony Dawn & Meaghan Sinclair Boutique Bartenders, Booze Époque Looking to spice up your Valentine’s Day? Join us in raising a glass to Aphrodite, the goddess of sexuality and love. Using herbs, spices, fruits, roots, and some unusual ingredients, we’ll titillate the senses and explore the epicurean world of aphrodisiac cocktails. Booze Époque will guide you through the process of cocktail creation, and you will leave with a repertoire of sensual libations to savor and share. COURSE CODE: APHR

AN INTRODUCTION TO WINETASTING

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 7:45-9:45pm. Feb. 6 | $72

Steve Hoffman Wine Educator

GIN: FROM THE ’20s TO THE ’10s

Build a foundation of knowledge that will help in your future enjoyment of and learning about wine. We’ll structure our education around tasting wines from the major producing areas, including France, the U.S., Italy, and Germany. We’ll also discuss wine and food combinations, cellaring, and serving. COURSE CODE: WERB

Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $215

Eric Perryman Wine & Spirits Consultant Gin has a long history in America, from the Volstead Act establishing Prohibition, through the “three-martini lunch,” to the present day crafting of boutique gins. Learn how different types of gin are made, the history of gin in America since Prohibition, and how to make and perfect a variety of gin drinks. COURSE CODE: GINS

FRENCH WINES — IN FRENCH!

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 7:45-9:45pm. Feb. 7 | $66

Nicolas Haegeli Wine Manager, Colonial Spirits of Acton

AMERICAN WHISKEY: BOURBON, RYE & BEYOND

Tour France through your tongue! In this seminar conducted entirely in French, explore French winemaking through a geographical survey. We will sample several French wines to complement our study of the country’s various regions. COURSE CODE: FOL A

Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Feb. 13 | $104

NEW ENGLAND CHEESE & WINE PAIRING NEW Laura Schragen Wine & Cheese Expert

Eric Perryman Wine & Spirits Consultant Bourbon is often dismissed as what your folks drank with ginger ale or what Pops used to spice up his eggnog, but there is world of whiskey out there as diverse and exceptional as anything from across the Atlantic. We will try many things, from various years of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection to the latest 27-year-old Parker’s Heritage release. COURSE CODE: BRBN

Sec. 01: 2 Fridays, 7:45-9:45pm. Mar. 14 & 21 | $148

Pairing the right cheese with an appropriate wine can elevate this decadent match to a new level! We will sample and discuss a variety of wines paired with artisanal cheeses from New England. We’ll discuss the region’s terroir and how it affects these products. Strengthening our palates will be the focal point of this class. COURSE CODE: NEWC

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 7-9pm. Mar. 28 | $72

SPORTS & EXERCISE SPORTS & EXERCISE

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS Eugene Katz

INDOOR TENNIS Victor Gonzalez USPTR Certified Instructor Improve your strokes through drills and skill-building exercises. The Beginner level is for novice students with little or no tennis experience; the Advanced Beginner level is for students with some previous training or playing experience. Small groups ensure that you’ll get plenty of personal advice and assistance. Classes meet in Waltham; the address will be sent to registrants. COURSE CODE: TENI

BEGINNER

Sec. 01: 4 Saturdays, 3-4pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $168 ADVANCED BEGINNER

Sec. 02: 4 Saturdays, 4-5pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $171 BEGINNER

Sec. 03: 4 Saturdays, 3-4pm. Begins Feb. 1 | $168 ADVANCED BEGINNER

Sec. 04: 4 Saturdays, 4-5pm. Begins Feb. 1 | $171

Originally one of the ancient Chinese martial arts, tai chi is practiced today primarily as a method of exercise that cultivates physical and mental harmony in movement. Its slow, fluid forms — based on the Chinese principle of yin and yang — and its emphasis on relaxed, effortless movement make it ideal for people of all ages. You will learn the first section of the traditional yang-style of long-form tai chi. C O U R S E C O D E : TAC H

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 6:10-7:25pm. Begins Jan 13 | $169

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU See CCAE.org for instructor A martial art, combat sport, and a self-defense system that focuses on grappling (especially ground fighting), Brazilian jiu-jitsu teaches you to defend yourself, while increasing your self-discipline and putting it to the test. Come learn how it can help you become a better individual. You’ll practice techniques that not only enhance your physical fitness, but also challenge your mind through jiu-jitsu’s lessons on failure, dedication, prioritization, and mastery. Class meets in Arlington; the address will be sent to registrants. COURSE CODE: K ARA

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15pm. Begins Jan. 21 | $190

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SPORTS & EXERCISE

ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS

WATER AEROBICS

Jurek Glod Aquatics Director, Wellbridge Athletic Club (in Harvard Square)

Wellbridge Athletic Club in Harvard Square

In this relaxing and non-intimidating class, learn the (or improve your) crawl stroke. Discover how to relax in the water and the most effective kicking, arm stroke, and breathing exercises. Beginner Level 2 is for those who have taken Beginner Level 1 or who can swim at least 25 yards of front crawl with rotary breathing and also float on their back; you will learn additional swimming drills to help you improve the front crawl, build endurance, learn proper back stroke, use basic turns, and begin swimming laps. COURSE CODE: SWIM

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 12-12:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $180 Sec. 02: 6 Mondays, 7:15-8pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $180 Sec. 03: 6 Tuesdays, 7-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $180 Sec. 04: 6 Tuesdays, 7:45-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $180 Sec. 05: 6 Wednesdays, 12-12:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $180 Sec. 06: 6 Wednesdays, 7-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $180 Sec. 07: 6 Thursdays, 7:30-8:15pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $180 Sec. 08: 6 Fridays, 8-8:45am. Begins Jan. 17 | $180 Sec. 09: 6 Fridays, 12-12:45pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $180 Sec. 10: 6 Saturdays, 12-12:45pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $180 Sec. 11: 6 Sundays, 12-12:45 pm. Begins Jan. 19 | $180

Get a super cardiovascular workout in the water! We’ll undergo an active warm-up and stretch period, 30 to 40 minutes of cardiovascular work, resistance training, and a final stretch. No experience is necessary. Note: The overall pool depth is four feet. C O U R S E C O D E : WA R O

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 10-11am. Begins Jan. 13 | $110 Sec. 02: 6 Wednesdays, 10-11am. Begins Jan. 15 | $110

BICYCLE REPAIR Broadway Bicycle Repair Seize the wrench! Don’t get stuck on the road — become comfortable with basic bicycle repair and maintenance. Find out how to fix a flat; get practice adjusting brakes, gears, and bearings; and learn about chains, lubrication, and general diagnosis. You’ll be taught by professional bicycle mechanics using a hands-on approach. Bring your bike to class and don’t dress up. Meets in Cambridge; the address will be sent to registrants. COURSE CODE: BFRE

Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $157 Sec. 02: 5 Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. Begins Feb. 26 | $157

BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 12: 4 Mondays, 12-12:45pm. Begins Feb. 24 | $120 Sec. 13: 4 Mondays, 7:15-8pm. Begins Feb. 24 | $120 Sec. 14: 4 Tuesdays, 7-7:45pm. Begins Feb. 25 | $120 Sec. 15: 4 Tuesdays, 7:45-8:30pm. Begins Feb. 25 | $120 Sec. 16: 4 Wednesdays, 12-12:45pm. Begins Feb. 26 | $120 Sec. 17: 4 Wednesdays, 7-7:45pm. Begins Feb. 26 | $120 Sec. 18: 4 Thursdays, 7:30-8:15pm. Begins Feb. 27 | $120 Sec. 19: 4 Fridays, 8-8:45am. Begins Feb. 28 | $120 Sec. 20: 4 Fridays, 12-12:45pm. Begins Feb. 28 | $120 Sec. 21: 4 Saturdays, 12-12:45pm. Begins Mar. 1 | $120 Sec. 22: 4 Sundays, 12-12:45pm. Begins Mar. 2 | $120

BEST START! WATER FUN FOR PARENTS & KIDS See CCAE.org for instructor Your young child learns about the water, while you learn about your young child in the water! Sessions are led by an experienced instructor who guides each parent/child team. Basic swimming skills are introduced when the child is ready. Children should be at least six months old and under three years. Parents must get in the water with their child, but swimming skills are not necessary for child or adult. Classes are held at Wellbridge Athletic Club in Cambridge. COURSE CODE: POOL

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 4:30-5pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $176 Sec. 02: 8 Fridays, 4-4:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $176 Sec. 03: 8 Saturdays, 10:30-11am. Begins Jan. 18 | $174 Sec. 04: 8 Sundays, 10:30-11am. Begins Jan. 19 | $174

MEDITATION & MOVEMENT MEDITATION & MOVEMENT BEGINNER YOGA Jacki Farrell Yoga Instructor This is a beginner level class designed for people new to yoga. You will be introduced to the basics of yoga and build a foundation for your practice going forward. You will learn basic postures, correct positioning and alignment, and how to use props and begin linking breath and movement. Seniors and absolute beginners are welcome. C O U R S E C O D E : B E YG

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 9-10am. Begins Jan. 27 | $132

RESTORATIVE YOGA NEW Billie Jo Joy Certified Yoga Instructor Intended for anyone needing to chill out and rest their body, mind, and spirit, restorative yoga integrates and harmonizes aspects of ourselves often scattered by our busy lives. The practice can alleviate fatigue and insomnia, and people with injuries often find it to be helpful and healing. Poses usually involve lying down or sitting, with props used to assist relaxation. Relaxation has stages; it is a skill one can develop. COURSE CODE: CURE

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 6:30-8:30pm. Jan. 31 | $47 Sec. 02: 1 Friday, 6:30-8:30pm. Feb. 28 | $47 Sec. 03: 1 Friday, 6:30-8:30pm. Mar. 28 | $47

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FLOW YOGA Billie Jo Joy Certified Yoga Instructor Section 01 is intended for those with experience in yoga who can follow verbal instructions through a fairly vigorous flow. Section 02 is for absolute beginners to yoga or anyone wanting a gentle approach to asana (physical) practice. You can expect to learn basic yoga poses, pranayama (breathing), and meditation. We’ll focus our attention on alignment, breath, and stillness of mind. Come as you are. COURSE CODE : FLOW

Sec. 01: 8 Fridays, 11am-12pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $156 Sec. 02: 8 Fridays, 12:15-1pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $136

YOGA FOR BETTER SLEEP Lucie Kasova Yoga Instructor Chronic sleep issues can diminish your productivity, compromise your immune system, and impact your quality of life. Learn simple, non-competitive yoga practices and breathing exercises to improve body alignment and flexibility, while reducing chronic tension and physical pain. Each class offers a posture sequence coordinated with breath, followed by a deep, progressive relaxation practice (yoga nidra). You’ll take home the knowledge and self-care skills to unwind at day’s end and get better sleep at night. COURSE CODE: SLEP

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 6:15-7:15pm. Begins Jan. 27 | $180

MEDITATION & MOVEMENT

LEARN TO USE ESSENTIAL OILS AND HERBS WITH OLEG MAKSIMOV, PH.D. AROMATHERAPY FOUNDATIONS & FUNDAMENTALS Interested in aromatherapy and want to learn more about this field? Join us for an introduction to the history of the aromatherapy. You’ll learn about essential extraction techniques, become familiar with the therapeutic properties of most widely used essential oils, and explore application techniques. COURSE CODE: BALM

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 11am-2pm. Jan. 19 | $65

FIRST AID WITH ESSENTIAL OILS Therapeutic properties of essential oils were discovered at the beginning of the 20th century when René-Maurice Gattefossé successfully used lavender essential oil to treat a severe hand burn. Join us to learn how essential oils can be used to treat cuts, burns, insect bites, and more. Upon completion of this class, you will know which essential oils to use and how to prepare first-aid kits. COURSE CODE: BALM

Sec. 02: 1 Sunday, 11am-2pm. Jan. 26 | $65

AROMATHERAPY FOR STRESS RELIEF An inevitable part of the modern life, stress has a negative effect on the body, taking its toll on both mental and physical wellbeing. It can lead to headaches and nervous indigestion, as well as spark the development of more serious medical problems. Learn which essential oils to use for stress relief — and how to blend them. COURSE CODE: BALM

Sec. 03: 1 Sunday, 11am-2pm. Feb. 2 | $65

HOLISTIC NUTRITION & HERBALISM Explore how diet foods, herbs, and vitamins can support health and improve weight management. You will learn how to use 16 common herbs, including borage, dandelion, chamomile, sage, horehound, and lavender. You also will master techniques for growing herbs, gathering wild herbs, and drying and storing herbs. We will discuss cooking with herbs and prepare a range of herbal remedies — including teas, infusions, decoctions, and ointments — using standard kitchen equipment. COURSE CODE: HN&H

Sec. 01: 5 Sundays, 11am-1pm. Begins Jan. 19 | $169

TRADITIONAL HATHA YOGA Lila Heasley Registered Yoga Teacher Hatha yoga is an ancient system of exercise performed slowly in coordination with deep and controlled breathing. This noncompetitive discipline emphasizes the experiencing of each position rather than the perfecting of it. The entire being is involved: Mind and body work together to bring about mental and physical well-being. C O U R S E C O D E : YO G A

Sec. 01: 9 Saturdays, 9:15-10:30am. Begins Jan. 18 | $174

KUNDALINI YOGA Rosemarie Coleman Natural Vision Improvement Teacher Imagine learning ways to improve your vision — and then integrating them into a daily routine. We will use relaxation, exercises, and physiology to create the pathway to sharper, clearer, more balanced vision with a view to having less reliance on external correction. We know eyes can weaken; come learn to strengthen them. Experience what your vision could be like after six classes! COURSE CODE: KUND

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $155

YOGA FOR A BETTER BACK Eric Bornstein M.L.A., Harvard University; Artist Yoga can emphasize proper spinal alignment and strengthen the muscles of the abdomen and lower, middle, and upper back. Come perform postures that increase the functional efficiency of these muscles, develop greater flexibility and strength, and release tension. We’ll also practice breathing and restorative poses. If you have had back surgery or a recent back injury, please consult with a physician before attending. C O U R S E C O D E : BYO G

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 12:15-1:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $179

PRE- AND POST-NATAL MAT PILATES Melissa Poplaski Whether you are a beginner or experienced practitioner of Pilates, join us for a safe workout that incorporates modifications for pregnant women in their second and third trimesters. You’ll practice breathing techniques, awareness and activation of the pelvic floor, neutral spine, abdominal anatomy, spinal stabilization principles, and relaxation. COURSE CODE: PPNP

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 10-11am.Begins Jan. 14 | $160

EXPERIENCING THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE THROUGH DEVELOPMENTAL MOVEMENT Marie Stroud Certified Alexander Technique Instructor Explore resting positions and natural movements on the floor that help to alleviate stress, tension, and fatigue; change faulty patterns of movement; and enhance balance and coordination. Although these movements will be slow and gentle (as opposed to the vigor of aerobic exercise), the attention paid to the optimal coordination and balance of the movements will have an energizing and freeing effect. C O U R S E C O D E : P M OV

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 1:45-4:45pm. Begins Feb. 1 | $65 Sec. 02: 1 Saturday 1:45-4:45pm. Begins Mar. 1 | $65

FREEDOM FROM BACK PAIN USING THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE Kitty Breen Founder & Director, Alexander Back and Chronic Pain Center Daily stresses, postures, and habits lead many of us to unconsciously misalign the entire working mechanics of our body. Eighty percent of back pain (including herniated discs) is caused by this poor body use. Learn to use your back as intended and educate yourself out of pain. We’ll identify our unique postural sets, learn to engage gravity correctly to avoid compression, and observe how even the way we breathe can cause or eliminate pain. Tuition includes an additional one-hour private lesson with the instructor. C O U R S E C O D E : B AC K

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 7-9pm. Jan. 16 | $55

MEDITATION & MOVEMENT

NIA NEW Kira Hower Nia is the best of “fusion fitness”: a body-mind-spirit movement practice combining dance, martial arts, and healing arts (such as yoga). Set to fabulous and diverse music, this class begins with a warm-up, moves into a full-body cardio workout, and ends with a relaxing cool-down. The choreography is simple to follow, yet brilliantly designed to increase strength, agility, flexibility, stability, and mobility. Stiff beginners and highly fit athletes alike can adapt Nia to meet their individual needs. It’s playful and safe for people of all ages and levels with a focus on self-healing and pleasure in movement. COURSE CODE: NIA

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 9:45-10:45am. Begins Jan 23 | $160

BE JUNG AGAIN: ANALYTICAL PSYCHOLOGY FOR ALL Olga Turcotte Jungian Analyst Candidate C.G. Jung was a Swiss psychiatrist and a pioneer of analytical psychology. He stressed the uniqueness of each person’s psyche while drawing our attention to universal images and symbols that spoke to and through us all. We’ll study the core concepts of analytical psychology to increase our awareness and understanding of ourselves and everything around us. We’ll cover concepts such as archetypes, anima, animus, shadow, and self. COURSE CODE: JUNG

Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 26 | $115

MASSAGE FOR PARTNERS WORKSHOP

MYTHS, LEGENDS & FAIRY TALES: USING THE HISTORICAL & THE MAGICAL TO BALANCE CONSCIOUS ATTITUDE

Eric Bornstein M.L.A., Harvard University; Artist

Olga Turcotte Jungian Analyst Candidate

Bring a friend or significant other to learn basic Esalen/Swedish massage strokes through teacher lecture, discussion, demonstration, and supervised practice. We will focus primarily on the back, neck, and shoulders and explore awareness, centering, and relaxation exercises.

Myths, legends, and fairy tales have been used for hundreds of years to learn about the nature of the universe, the characteristics of the times, and the particularities of our own personal psyche. They are also essential sources used in Jungian analytical psychology. Join us for a quest around Europe to study a Greek myth, a British legend, and a German fairy tale to increase our understanding of our own psyche and life journey.

COURSE CODE: MARB

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 7-9:45pm. Jan. 24 | $118

COURSE CODE: MY TH

FULL-BODY MASSAGE TECHNIQUES WITH A PARTNER Eric Bornstein M.L.A., Harvard University; Artist Learn how to give a full-body massage. Through lecture, discussion, and demonstration, we will administer basic Swedish, Esalen, sports massage (including stretching), and reflexology techniques to promote relaxation and stress reduction. COURSE CODE: FULL

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-3:30pm. Begins Mar. 15 | $107

PRESENT MOMENT AWARENESS PRACTICE & INNER TRANSFORMATION John Barker Learn to stay in the moment and truly live a present life through the power of self-awareness. In this course influenced by Buddhist tradition, you’ll explore visual techniques and guided meditations as well as practice each of the meditation styles in class. COURSE CODE: PMAP

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 6:15-7:15pm. Begins Jan. 27 | $168

SHUT UP, MIND, I’M TRYING TO MEDITATE! Merle Bombardieri LICSW, Wellspring Counseling Center Have you ever sat comfortably, closed your eyes, followed one or two breaths, only to realize your clear mind is being invaded by a critical voice, a panicky to-do list, or words to a song you dislike? Even experienced meditators encounter these distractions, but they have learned to skillfully dance around them. Learn down-to-earth techniques from contemporary monks that will gently bring wandering minds back to the path of awareness, as we would guide a child or puppy. C O U R S E C O D E : T RY M

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 1-5pm. Begins Feb. 9 | $85

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-4pm. Begins Jan. 25 | $111

DREAMS: THE LANGUAGE OF OUR UNCONSCIOUS Olga Turcotte Jungian Analyst Candidate You can use dreams as a way to create fresh metaphors for writing. We will explore how to write to see as well as to say. We will begin with a discussion of a short story or poem and then discuss a participant’s dream — not with the intention of analyzing the dreamer, but with the purpose of opening it up as a text. The story and dream discussions will be jumpingoff points for writing. Our goal is to show the fascinating possibilities for writing that flow from dream stories. COURSE CODE: DRE A

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 27 | $115

WRITING IN FLOW Merle Bombardieri LICSW, Wellspring Counseling Center Does your inner critic press the delete button before you’ve even gotten down the first sentence? Does your writing come out slow, forced, and dull even though you have sometimes written in flow from a playful, wiser part of yourself? This workshop — led by a published author and expert on mindfulness, creativity, and peak performance — offers easy, practical techniques to turn the volume down on the inner critic and scared child and engage the playful self and constructive editor. COURSE CODE: WINF

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 1-5pm. Begins Mar. 9 | $101

HAVE YOUR CAKE & EAT IT TOO! A GENTLE APPROACH TO FOOD, YOUR BODY & YOURSELF Rivka Simmons Teacher & Therapist At any given time, more than 50 percent of all Americans are on a diet. Yet studies show that nearly all diets fail and ultimately cause us to gain rather than lose weight. In this class for women, learn how to eat intuitively, trust your body’s hunger signals, and have the foods you love the most. Work with your emotional hunger in a gentle and compassionate way. Develop a positive body image and return to a weight that is natural for you. C O U R S E C O D E : E AT S

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 7-9pm. Begins Jan. 27 | $202 16

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LANGUAGES

FOREIGN LANGUAGES AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE

CHINESE Katie Ko Native Speaker

COURSE CODE: SHXE

Learn the basics of Mandarin Chinese in this introductory course. In Beginner Level 1, we will focus on pronunciation, tones, and the grammar of the Mandarin dialect. You also will learn how to read and write some characters and conduct simple conversation. In Beginner Level 2, we will focus mainly on more complex versions of everyday conversation in Chinese. These are practical classes for those planning to visit China. This course requires the purchase of a textbook.

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

COURSE CODE: CHLL

Sara Vallesteros Learn the basics of sign language as a first step to developing receptive and expressive skills. You will learn commonly used signs, the basic grammatical rules of American Sign Language, and information about the deaf. This course requires the purchase of a textbook.

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190

ARABIC Gracia Skaf Native Speaker

BREAKFAST IN GERMAN: FRÜHSTÜCK AUF DEUTCH

Events in the Middle East have encouraged new interest in Arabic. Practical expressions and conversational materials will be used throughout these courses, providing students with a strong foundation for future study. Beginner Level 1 is for those with little or no background in the language and will cover the alphabet, greetings, and basic sentence and question formation. Beginner Level 2 continues to build grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills. These classes require the purchase of a textbook.

Enjoy your breakfast while improving your German communication skills. This course will build your grammar, vocabulary, and fluency in a casual atmosphere. It is recommended for intermediate-level students. Tuition includes the cost of breakfast.

Francesca Ferraris

COURSE CODE: GEBB

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 14 | $240

COURSE CODE: ARBC

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 02: 10 Mondays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190

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LANGUAGES: FOREIGN

LANGUAGE PLACEMENT INFORMATION

The Cambridge Center for Adult Education offers language classes ranging from beginner to advanced. It is very important that students register for classes appropriate for their levels. The following descriptions may help determine which level is the best match for you. We also have an online placement test for Spanish. Visit CCAE.org and click on any Spanish class to access the link. BEGINNER LEVEL 1

BEGINNER LEVEL 4

This level is for students with no, or almost no, background in the language. Subjects to be studied include the alphabet (or character system), pronunciation, greetings, basic vocabulary, and sentence formation.

This level is for students who have completed Beginner Level 3 of the language at the Center or who have completed a similar class elsewhere (of 12 to 16 hours) within the last year. The grammar to be studied includes conditionals (for example, “If I were you, I would sign up for this class!”).

BEGINNER LEVEL 2

This level is for students who have completed Beginner Level 1 of the language at the Center or who have completed a similar class elsewhere (of 12 to 16 hours) within the last year. The grammar and vocabulary to be studied builds upon that in Level 1, with more attention to verbs. BEGINNER LEVEL 3

This level is for students who have completed Beginner Level 2 of the language at the Center or who have completed a similar class elsewhere (of 12 to 16 hours) within the last year. The grammar and vocabulary to be studied builds upon that in Level 2, with additional work on verbs.

This level is appropriate for students who already feel comfortable with their vocabulary and grammatical abilities, but wish to develop them further. Some of our language programs offer “low intermediate” and “high intermediate” sections. “Low intermediate” classes are a good bridge between Beginner Level 4 and intermediate. Similarly, “high intermediate” has been designed to ease a student’s transition from intermediate to advanced. ADVANCED

This level is intended for students who have strong skills in the language and can easily participate in a large variety of class discussions and exercises.

FRENCH

IDIOMS IN FRENCH CONVERSATION

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Edith Uger Native Speaker

Learn to speak French in an engaging and supportive environment. You will have opportunities to develop skills in grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, spelling, and conversation. All classes are taught by highly educated and experienced native speakers, representing a variety of cultures and accents. Please see our description of levels to determine which class is best suited for you. All French classes (except for Advanced Reading & Conversation) require the additional purchase of a textbook. COURSE CODE: FRB1 BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 9:45-11:15am. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Mondays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 Sec. 03: 10 Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 COURSE CODE: FRB2 BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Mondays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 COURSE CODE: FRB3 BEGINNER LEVEL 3

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 COURSE CODE: FRB4 BEGINNER LEVEL 4

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190 COURSE CODE: FRLI LOW INTERMEDIATE

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190 COURSE CODE: FRIN INTERMEDIATE

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 COURSE CODE: FRIC INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 COURSE CODE: FRAD ADVANCED READING & CONVERSATION

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190

INTERMEDIATE

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Idioms add color to writing and conversation, although their meaning may not be obvious. This course will give intermediate and advanced French speakers the opportunity to develop their French skills and expand their colloquial vocabulary! COURSE CODE: FRHI IDIOMS IN FRENCH CONVERSATION

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190

GERMAN See CCAE.org for instructor Learn to speak German in an engaging and supportive environment. You will have opportunities to develop basic skills in grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, spelling, and conversation. Please see our description of levels to determine which class is best suited for you. All German classes (except for Intermediate) require the additional purchase of a textbook. COURSE CODE: GRB1 BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 COURSE CODE: GRB2 BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 COURSE CODE: GRB3 BEGINNER LEVEL 3

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190 COURSE CODE: GRLI LOW INTERMEDIATE

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 11:15am-12:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190 COURSE CODE: GRIN INTERMEDIATE

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 COURSE CODE: GRRC ADVANCED READING AND CONVERSATION

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190

LANGUAGES: FOREIGN

HINDI Meena Singh Khadka This course will introduce you to the most widely spoken tongue of South Asia. You’ll learn to read and write in the Devanagari script, but the emphasis will be on speaking skills and listening comprehension. We’ll also learn about cultural and spiritual aspects of the language. This course is perfect for travelers, research students, and those who wish to connect with Hindi-speaking family members and/or family roots.

TEXTBOOKS Many of the language courses require the use of a textbook. Information about textbooks will appear on your registration confirmation. Books will be available at the Harvard COOP, Textbook Division, 3rd Floor, Palmer St. Building.

COURSE CODE: HNDI

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $199 BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 02: 10 Tuesdays, 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $199

ITALIAN See CCAE.org for instructor Learn to speak Italian in an engaging and supportive environment. You will have opportunities to develop skills in grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, spelling, and conversation. All classes are taught by highly educated and experienced native speakers. Please see our description of levels to determine which class is best suited for you. These classes require the purchase of a textbook. COURSE CODE: ITB1 BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 COURSE CODE: ITB2 BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 COURSE CODE: ITB3 BEGINNER LEVEL 3

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Tuesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190

PENSIAMO E PARLIAMO Sonia Parravano Native Speaker Engage in fun and stimulating conversation while enhancing your cultural, literary, and linguistic proficiency. We’ll explore a wealth of interesting topics such as Renaissance Italy, contemporary literature, current news, cuisine, music, and more. You’ll be encouraged to prepare a topic and discuss your findings in an informal atmosphere. This class is great for intermediate to advanced students. COURSE CODE: PENS INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190

LETTURA E CONVERSAZIONE IN ITALIANO Pasquale G. Tato Native Speaker & Professional Linguist This is an advanced class for students who have had the equivalent of two years of college-level Italian and have acquired basic reading, speaking, and listening skills in the Italian language. A book, typically a work of 20thcentury Italian literature, will be read in class and discussed from the standpoint of both form and content. The instructor also will introduce other Italian-language materials such as newspaper articles, grammatical exercises, short poems, and topics of current relevance for classroom conversation. COURSE CODE: LET T

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $199

JAPANESE Yoko Hansen Beginner Level 1 stresses the practical, elementary conversational skills based on comprehension of basic grammar and correct pronunciation; it is useful for travelers and those seeking to learn some Japanese for business use. Beginner Level 2 may be offered according to student demand. These classes require the purchase of a textbook. COURSE CODE: JARG BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190

KOREAN Soojung Chae Native Speaker; M.A., Korean Language and Literature Korean is spoken by approximately 100 million people around the world and gains in importance each day. You will begin with learning how to read and write the Korean alphabet. In addition, we also will cover pronunciation, vocabulary building, greetings, introducing one’s self, and basic communication in real-world scenarios. C O U R S E C O D E : KO R E BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190

NEPALI

CHIACCHIERIAMO!

Meena Singh Khadka

Sonia Parravano Native Speaker

Derived from the ancient language Sanskrit and sharing the Devanagari Script with its Indian counterpart, Hindi, Nepali today is spoken by more than 30 million people worldwide. Learning Nepali not only aids travelers who seek to explore the sheer peaks of Nepal’s Himalayas and communicate with the local population in northern India, it also helps individuals anywhere to make new friends with people belonging to one of the world’s most fun-loving cultures.

Questo corso è destinato a studenti con una buona padronanza della lingua italiana, soprattutto parlata. In classe si affronteranno diversi argomenti, che riguardano la cultura e la società italiane, in maniera vivace e amichevole. Il corso mira ad incentivare la discussione in classe degli studenti, ad ampliarne il vocabolario e a stimolare la curiosità verso la lingua, la cultura e la società italiana. COURSE CODE: CHIA

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 16 | $190

COURSE CODE: NEPL

BEGINNER LEVEL 1 Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $199

LANGUAGES: FOREIGN

LANGUAGE IMMERSION DAYS

POLISH

For quick progress in learning a new language, there is nothing better than spending a day immersed in it. On our French, Spanish, and Italian immersion days, you’ll explore language and culture through topics such as food and wine, meditation, movement, literature, and film. These classes are not for the absolute beginner, but travelers who possess a basic foundation in the language. True beginners are encouraged to take an introductory level class at the Center.

The improvement in Russian-American relations has led to a renewed interest in Eastern European languages and cultures. Through situational dialogues and texts, we will cover grammar and pronunciation in this introduction to the Polish language, which is spoken by 3.5 million people in the U.S. alone. Non-beginners who are new to the Center should contact the instructor for a level assessment before registering.

Elizabeth Hincke Native Speaker, M.A., Linguistics

COURSE CODE: POL S

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $171 LOW INTERMEDIATE

Sec. 03: 10 Tuesdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 MID-INTERMEDIATE

Sec. 04: 10 Wednesdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190

GET READY FOR SPRINGTIME — IN PARIS! Immerse yourself in French language and culture for a day to gear up for a trip (be it upcoming or “someday”) to the City of Light or another French-speaking locale. The program for the day is in development (check CCAE.org for updates), but we’re planning to provide opportunities to learn phrases especially for travelers. Get a preview of French cuisine and wine and learn about France through the arts — all while using French as much as possible all day. C’est bon! COURSE CODE: FRIM

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-4pm. Jan. 25 | $120

TIME FOR YOUR TRIP TO BUENOS AIRES On our Spanish immersion day, you’ll explore language and culture through topics such as food and wine, meditation, movement, literature, and film. C O U R S E C O D E : B UA I

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-4pm. Mar. 15 | $120

SUMMER IN VENICE On our Italian immersion day, you’ll explore such topics as food and wine, meditation, movement, literature, and film — speaking only the language you’re learning. COURSE CODE: LIMD

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-4pm. Feb. 22 | $120

ADVANCED

Sec. 05: 10 Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190

BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE Amanda DuPertuis Ivany Schettino Portuguese, the national language of Brazil, is spoken by approximately 180 million people around the world, including 1 million in Massachusetts! Beginner Level 1 is for students with no knowledge of the language. Develop your grammar, vocabulary, and conversational skills as you continue through to Beginner Level 2. This course requires the purchase of a textbook. COURSE CODE: BPRT

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Saturdays, 10-11:30am. Begins Jan. 18 | $190 BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 03: 10 Mondays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 BEGINNER LEVEL 3

Sec. 04: 10 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190

EUROPEAN PORTUGUESE Giuseppe Formato Applied Linguist M.A.

PERSIAN

Immerse yourself in Portuguese as it is spoken in Portugal, the Azores, and Madeira. We will emphasize practical conversation skills and pronunciation, while building a strong command of grammar and vocabulary. We’ll also learn more about Portuguese culture, as well as the history of Portuguese-American communities in Massachusetts.

Shahin Bassiri Native Speaker

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

More than 110 million people worldwide speak Persian, the language of mystical poet Rumi. An Indo-European language related to English, Spanish, French, and German and written in Arabic script, Persian is spoken in Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan. Designed for students with little or no knowledge of Persian, this course uses dialogues, grammar, phonetic exercises, reading texts, and translations to build speaking, reading, comprehension, and writing capabilities. COURSE CODE: PRSN BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190

COURSE CODE: PRTG

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 02: 10 Tuesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190

RUSSIAN Katya Maher M.A., Applied Linguistics Russian is widely spoken throughout Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Beginner Level 1 focuses on the alphabet, pronunciation, greetings, and basic communication. Higher levels further explore grammar, especially verbs. COURSE CODE: RWSM

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 02: 10 Thursdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190 INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION AND GRAMMAR

Sec. 03: 10 Thursdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190

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LANGUAGES: ESL

SPANISH

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

See CCAE.org for instructor Learn to speak Spanish in an engaging and supportive environment. You will have opportunities to develop skills in grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, spelling, and conversation. All classes are taught by highly educated and experienced native speakers, representing a variety of cultures and accents. Please see our description of levels to determine which class is best suited for you. All Spanish classes (except for Beginner Conversation, High Intermediate, and Advanced Reading & Conversation) require the additional purchase of a textbook. COURSE CODE: SPB1 BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Mondays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 Sec. 03: 10 Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 COURSE CODE: SPB2 BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 Sec. 03: 10 Thursdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 23 | $190 COURSE CODE: SPB3 BEGINNER LEVEL 3

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Wednesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 COURSE CODE: SPB4 BEGINNER LEVEL 4

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 COURSE CODE: SPBC BEGINNER CONVERSATION 3 & 4

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190 COURSE CODE: SPLI LOW INTERMEDIATE

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 8-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $250 COURSE CODE: SPIE INTERMEDIATE

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 COURSE CODE: SPCO INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 16 | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Thursdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190 COURSE CODE: SARC ADVANCED READING & CONVERSATION

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 8-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $250

LATIN AMERICAN & LATINO (U.S.) CULTURE THROUGH SHORT FILMS Jose Barriga Founder, Latino Film Festival We’ll study 20th-century Latin America and U.S. Latino culture through short movies, taking into account the historical and cultural background of a very diverse community that represents 16 percent of the U.S. population and 19 countries. We’ll view one to two shorts per class and have critical conversations to carry out a comparative analysis of films from both Latin America and the U.S. The class is conducted in Spanish; midto advanced-level Spanish is required. COURSE CODE: LFIL

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $188

BEGINNER LEVEL I See CCAE.org for instructor This course is for students with little or no knowledge of English. We will begin with the alphabet and focus on vocabulary building, spelling, and pronunciation. Grammar will be limited to the simple present tense (“I work.”) and the present progressive tense (“I am working.”). COURSE CODE: ENGA

Sec. 01: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 13 | $230 Sec. 02: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230 Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 9:30 am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $230

BEGINNER LEVEL II See CCAE.org for instructor This class is a continuation of Beginner Level I. We will build our vocabulary as we review the simple and progressive tenses. New grammar will include the simple past tense (“I worked last night.”), subject and object pronouns (“I am a student; the teacher asked me a question.”), and countable and noncountable nouns (“We don’t have any milk in the refrigerator.”). COURSE CODE: ENGB

Sec. 01: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 13 | $230 Sec. 02: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14. | $230 Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $230

BEGINNER LEVEL III See CCAE.org for instructor This class is a continuation of Beginner Level II. We will begin by reviewing the simple past tense. From there, we will focus on expressing future time (“I am going to visit my country next year.”) and learning auxiliary verbs such as may (“I may go to the movies tonight.”), might (“It might rain tomorrow afternoon.”), and can (“You can learn English if you want to.”). COURSE CODE: ENGC

Sec. 01: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 13 | $180 Sec. 02: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $180

HIGH BEGINNER LEVEL III & IV See CCAE.org for instructor We will select the most important grammar concepts from Beginner Level III and IV. We will focus on using irregular past forms (“I forgot the book my teacher gave me.”), future forms (“I’m going to study English! Will you study, too?”), and modal verbs (“We can study modals, and we might study other things, too.”). COURSE CODE: HIBG

Sec. 01: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 13. | $230 Sec. 02: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14. | $230 Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $230

LANGUAGES: ESL

PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH ANDREA APTECKER

READ, DISCUSS, DEBATE! This class is for advanced ESL students who want to improve their vocabulary, comprehension, cultural understanding, and speaking confidence in a fun class based on reading and discussion. We will read poems, newspaper and magazine articles, cartoons, blog entries, excerpts from stories, and more. The readings will be followed by questions, discussions, and individual or group presentations and debates. Presentations and debates will be followed by constructive critiques. COURSE CODE: ERDD

Sec. 01: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 13 | $230

A certified teacher of English, speech, and theater, Andrea Aptecker has a degree in speech and theater education. She has been teaching public speaking for more than 10 years to both native and non-native speakers. Her philosophy of teaching is to encourage, challenge, entertain, have fun, ask questions, and give students a lot of hands-on experience — the only way to become a better speaker is to speak!

ADVANCED READING, DISCUSSION & PERFORMANCE Improve your vocabulary, comprehension, and understanding of the subtleties of language through class readings from newspapers, stories, magazine articles, and poems. Each reading will be followed by discussion, critique, and questions. You will also have the unique opportunity to present two dramatic readings, with the goal of creating an appropriate mood — wonderful voice, pronunciation, and rhythm practice! Evaluations will follow each dramatic reading. The teacher has selected stories and articles that are challenging, humorous, thoughtprovoking, and surprising. COURSE CODE: ERDP

Sec. 01: 10 Fridays, 9:15-11:15am. Begins Jan. 17 | $199

SPEAK, DISCUSS, DEBATE! This intermediate-level class is perfect for students who want to improve their conversational English speaking skills within small groups. You will present short speeches, practice conversations, and participate in small group and whole class discussions. Questions and critiques will follow each speaking assignment. You’ll work on becoming more comfortable talking about yourself and current events, starting conversations, and asking questions of others. By the end of class, you will feel confident speaking to your children’s teachers, work colleagues, and other native speakers of English.

PUBLIC SPEAKING & PRESENTATION

COURSE CODE: ESGR

COURSE CODE: PUSP

Sec. 01: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230

Sec. 01: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 14 | $230

CONVERSATION FOR BEGINNERS

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL I

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Gain confidence and develop your English speaking skills in this new conversation course created for beginning and low-intermediate level students. A common concern for new ESL students is that they do not have many opportunities to practice and use their English. This class will provide a friendly, safe classroom environment where you can learn how to comfortably and confidently speak everyday English.

This course is intended for students who can already speak, read, and write basic English. The main verb tenses will be reviewed in depth, including the simple present, present progressive, simple past, past progressive, and simple future. We will introduce the present perfect (“We have seen that movie several times.), past perfect (“I had never been on a subway train until I came to Boston.”), and present perfect progressive (“We have been learning a lot in class.”).

COURSE CODE: ECFB

Sec. 01: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $230 Sec. 02: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $230 Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $230

We will present short speeches each week, including impromptu, demonstration, informative, and descriptive speeches. There will be exciting discussion formats based on class readings, as well as dramatic interpretive readings of stories and poems. Constructive critiques and evaluations will follow each presentation. This class is perfect for non-native speakers who have basic speaking skills, but are nervous about speaking English in public and want hands-on practice in a supportive and encouraging group setting.

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COURSE CODE: ENGD

Sec. 01: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 14 | $230 Sec. 02: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $230 Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $230

LANGUAGES: ESL

NEED A SCHOLARSHIP? The Center offers scholarship assistance to people with annual incomes below $25,000. You can request guidelines and an application form via email to obi.carrion@ccae.org. Applications must be received no later than 10 days before the first day of term. For Winter Term, that deadline is 12pm on Friday, January 3. Full-time students at degree-granting institutions are not eligible. Other restrictions apply.

INTENSIVE INTERMEDIATE LEVELS I & II See CCAE.org for instructor A grammar and conversation class for students who know how to speak and read basic English. We will focus on more advanced grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, conversation, and listening comprehension. Grammar will include a complete review of all verb tenses, asking questions, noun and pronoun usage, and modal auxiliaries.

INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION See CCAE.org for instructor This course is for intermediate-level students who want to improve their pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar while developing their conversational skills. Activities will include open discussions, debates, and presentations. COURSE CODE: ENGS

Sec. 01: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230 Sec. 02: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230 Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $230

ENGLISH FOR EVERYDAY LIFE! See CCAE.org for instructor This course will prepare you to live in an English-speaking community. You will learn communication strategies and vocabulary to do everyday activities in English using dialogues, role play, and real materials. Each week, we will practice a different real-life situation. Topics will be based on student requests, but may include going to the grocery store, talking with your landlord, setting up a bank account, and more. Recommended for intermediate-level students. COURSE CODE: EFEL

Sec. 01: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays (meets 4 times per week for 10 weeks), 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $399

HIGH INTERMEDIATE LEVELS III & IV

AMERICAN IDIOMS & SLANG

C O U R S E C O D E : E S LT

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This course will select the most important grammar concepts from Intermediate Level III and IV. We will focus on using the passive form (“I was taught by a great teacher.”), adjective clauses (“The teacher who taught me was from Boston.”), gerunds and infinitives (“I like to read, but I hate writing.”), and noun clauses (“Could you tell me where my classroom is?”).

Do you speak English well but sometimes find yourself confused by language you hear from native speakers or on TV? This class is for highintermediate and advanced students who are interested in learning phrases and expressions that are uniquely American. Using conversational activities, games, and other exercises, you’ll learn the correct meaning and usage of idioms, slang, and common expressions.

COURSE CODE: HINT

Sec. 01: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 11am12:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230 Sec. 02: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $230 Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $230

INTENSIVE INTERMEDIATE LEVELS III & IV See CCAE.org for instructor This class is for students who finished Intermediate II. We will study the entire textbook for Intermediate III and IV. New grammar will include the passive voice (“The window is broken.”), adjective clauses (“The teacher who has long hair is from New York.”), phrasal verbs (“She turned down the offer.”), and preposition combinations (“I am excited about taking this class!”). COURSE CODE: ESLR

COURSE CODE: IDSL

Sec. 01: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230

MASTERING PHRASAL VERBS & PREPOSITIONS See CCAE.org for instructor Phrasal verbs pose more challenges for the non-native speaker and learner of English that any other part of speech. They are an essential part of spoken and written English, and no student who hopes to master the language can afford to overlook them. You will learn to know when and how to use phrasal verbs in the correct context. Expand your comprehension of English and increase your listening and speaking skills with confidence, in a comfortable and friendly environment. COURSE CODE: EMPV

Sec. 01: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $230

Sec. 01: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays (meets 4 times per week for 10 weeks), 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 13 | $399

LANGUAGES: ESL

PRONUNCIATION PRACTICE See CCAE.org for instructor Pronunciation is the way people from a particular cultural group speak their native language. This course is for intermediate- and advanced-level English students who wish to improve their pronunciation. We will use a textbook with a CD as well as original materials such as television and movie scripts to help us speak like native speakers do in everyday English. COURSE CODE: PRON

Sec. 01: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $230 Sec. 02: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230 Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $230

ADVANCED LEVEL I See CCAE.org for instructor This course is intended for students who want to polish their grammar and improve their speaking skills. You will work on furthering your understanding of all the verb tenses (especially the perfects) and adverb clauses of time. C O U R S E C O D E : E VG R

INTENSIVE ADVANCED LEVELS I & II See CCAE.org for instructor This class is for students who have completed Intermediate Level IV and are ready to study more advanced grammar concepts. Topics to be covered in this course include an overview of all 12 English verb tenses; adverb clauses of time; subject/verb agreement; regular, irregular, count, and noncount nouns; personal and reflexive pronouns; all the major modal verbs; and the passive voice. COURSE CODE: ENGH

Sec. 01: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays (meets 4 times per week for 10 weeks), 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 13 | $399

HIGH ADVANCED LEVELS III & IV

See CCAE.org for instructor This course is designed to help students improve the four skills tested on the new TOEFL iBT: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Ample opportunity to practice skills in a test-like format will be provided. This is also a good class for Intermediate Level III, IV, and Advanced students who may not be planning to take the TOEFL, but wish to further develop their general English skills. COURSE CODE: TOFL

Sec. 01: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230 Sec. 02: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $230 Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $230

ADVANCED WRITING See CCAE.org for instructor In this class, all major forms of writing will be covered, including letters (business and personal), journals, memoirs, and essays. This is a very helpful class for students preparing to take the TOEFL. COURSE CODE: ESL Z

Sec. 01: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $230

BUSINESS ENGLISH See CCAE.org for instructor This course is for Intermediate Level III, IV, and Advanced students who are interested in increasing their knowledge and vocabulary of the American business world. We will cover various business topics while integrating listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. COURSE CODE: BENG

Sec. 01: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230 Sec. 02: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230

ACCENT IMPROVEMENT WORKSHOP

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Elaine Crowder Ph.D.

This course will select the most important grammar concepts from Advanced Level III and IV. The class will focus on using reported speech (“You told me you hadn’t studied this before.”), adverb clauses (“I need to study even though it’s summer time.”), connective phrases (“Despite the rain, I’m going swimming.”), and conditionals (“If I had studied more, I would have gotten a perfect score.”).

Improve your accent and acquire a communication edge in business that enhances professional relationships. Learn to hear and correct accented speech sounds that contribute to misunderstood speech. After reviewing why certain sounds are so troublesome, we will practice universally difficult sounds, using a technique that builds new habits of speech. Course materials cost $25.

COURSE CODE: HIAD

COURSE CODE: ABET

Sec. 01: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230 Sec. 02: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $230 Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $230

Sec. 01: 2 Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $85

NEWSPAPERS FOR ADVANCED CONVERSATION

Have you considered naturalizing as a U.S. citizen? Maybe you don’t want to spend thousands of dollars only to find you are not eligible to be a U.S. citizen? Would you like to learn more about the naturalization process to help someone you care about? We will focus on the three most important elements of the naturalization process: English language, U.S. civic, and the paperwork and legal issues involved in becoming a U.S. citizen.

Michael Impastato In this course, we will use reading to motivate conversation. You will purchase the newspaper on the day of each class and bring one article of interest to read and discuss in class. We also will read newspaper articles of general interest together and then engage in conversation about the topics covered in the articles. We will work both in small groups and as a collective unit. COURSE CODE: ENGF

Sec. 01: Mondays & Wednesdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $230 Sec. 02: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230

PREPARATION FOR THE TOEFL (THE TEST OF ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE)

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NATURALIZATION & CITIZENSHIP Melissa Smith Graduate, New England School of Law

COURSE CODE: CITZ

Sec. 01: Tuesdays & Thursdays (meets twice a week for 10 weeks), 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230

HOME & GARDEN HOME & GARDEN RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN Karen Sebastian Landscape Architect Learn different aspects of the landscape design process with special emphasis on native plants in the residential landscape. We will focus on design methods using site-analysis techniques and schematic design tools. Consulting with the instructor, you’ll work on a project of your choosing. Class lectures, interspersed with design work, focus on plants and habitats, including information on plant choice and placement in the landscape. COURSE CODE: LNDS

Sec. 01: 3 Tuesdays 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Feb. 4 | $109 Sec. 02: 3 Tuesdays 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Mar. 4 | $109

NATIVE PLANTS FOR FOUR-SEASON GARDENING Laura Elsner Wild Flower, New England By carefully choosing trees, shrubs, and perennials, our gardens can have something of interest even in the coldest winter months! Don’t underestimate the charms of decorative bark, evergreen foliage, fruits, and dried leaves and flower stalks with a dusting of snow. Learn about some of the best native species, with an emphasis on fall and winter interest, and discuss design to ensure that your garden framework works as well in the “off-season” as it does at the peak of bloom. C O U R S E C O D E : N AT V

Sec. 01: 1 Tuesday, 6-8pm. Jan. 28 | $32

TIME FOR TERRARIUMS Marlene Silva Floral Designer Terrariums are perfect for the busy person living in a small apartment — and everyone else too. These delightful yet small-scale landscapes bring vibrant plant life (and sometimes a turtle) into your home or office. You’ll learn how to build your own terrarium, exploring low- and no-maintenance options using cacti, succulents, ferns, and mosses. You’ll provide your own container; more information will be sent to registrants. COURSE CODE: TRAR

Sec.01: 2 Saturdays, 12:30-2:30pm. Begins Feb. 1 | $81 Sec.02: 2 Mondays, 8-9:45pm. Begins Feb. 17 | $69

FLOWER ARRANGING Faith Cass Cass School of Floral Design Discover the essential elements and principles of floral design while creating three different styles of arrangements. You will learn how to achieve long-lasting freshness and select the perfect containers and flowers for the look you want to achieve. At the end of each hands-on class, you will take home an arrangement you created to enjoy or give as a gift. A materials fee of $45 (cash or check only) is payable at the first class. Class meets in Watertown. C O U R S E C O D E : F CA B

Sec. 01: 3 Mondays, 6:30-8pm. Begins Feb. 24 | $109 Sec. 02: 3 Mondays, 6:30-8pm. Begins Mar. 17 | $109

CLEAN FAST TO LIVE MORE Jane Lawson Housecleaning Consultant You can get through the task of cleaning your house faster and more efficiently if you know the tricks of the trade. Come learn a professional housecleaner’s secrets to speedy housecleaning, from the pre-cleaning plan of attack to the proper tools and techniques for the dirtiest jobs. You will learn how to buy and organize equipment and supplies, dress for success, and save time. If you still hate cleaning, you’ll learn everything you need to know about professional cleaning services. COURSE CODE: SPHO

Sec. 01: 1 Wednesday, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 5 | $65

CONQUER CLUTTER IN YOUR HOME & OFFICE Jane Lawson Housecleaning Consultant Free yourself from clutter forever! Learn why we have clutter and stop it from invading your space. Attack your papers, photos, closets, desk, drawers, shelves, cosmetics, jewelry, toys, tools, and much more. Learn the rules to follow and traps to avoid. You’ll be more productive and less stressed, and you’ll save time, energy, and money — guaranteed! Improve your lifestyle today and enjoy every minute of living clutter-free. COURSE CODE: CLUT

Sec. 01: 1 Wednesday, 6:30-9:30pm. Jan. 29 | $65

GARDENING INTENSIVELY IN SMALL URBAN SPACES NEW Allison Houghton Author, Organic Farmer & Community Activist Come learn how to plant, maintain, and harvest your garden to maximize yield. Learn how to site a good growing space in the city, use organic practices to combat pests and diseases, and boost soil fertility for a healthy and productive garden. We also will review creative urban crop options including micro-greens, fruit, mushrooms, bees, and more. The last class will include a canning demonstration along with cooking tips for the urban gardener. COURSE CODE: URBA

Sec. 01: 5 Sundays, 2-4pm. Begins Feb. 23 | $150 REGISTER ONLINE AT CCAE .ORG OR CALL 617. 547.6789

LIFE SKILLS LIFE SKILLS KNOW YOUR RIGHTS NEW Daniel Fitzgerald, Criminal Defense Attorney Join us for an introduction to the Bill of Rights and how those rights can affect your everyday life, from bearing arms and free speech, to freedom of religion and search and seizure. You will become familiar with terms like grand jury, double jeopardy, indictment, complaint, and writ of habeas corpus. You will learn what it means to “take the Fifth,” what is necessary to issue a search warrant or an arrest warrant, and what the police can and cannot do if they pull you over. C O U R S E C O D E : L AW S

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 1-4pm. Mar. 1 | $60

YOUR MEDICARE ABCDs Christine Payne, Ph.D. & Licensed Individual Health Insurance Adviser Are you eligible for Medicare? Do you know the costs of Medicare and the types of services Medicare covers? Do you know when to enroll to prevent permanent premium increase penalties? We will cover these topics as they apply to Medicare Part A (hospital coverage), Part B (medical coverage), Part C (Medicare Advantage), and Part D (drug coverage). We’ll discuss how having employer-sponsored insurance coverage after retirement impacts your Medicare choices and whether you should consider enrolling in a Medigap supplemental insurance plan. COURSE CODE: ABCD

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 5:30-7:30pm. Jan. 30 | $47

HELPING YOUR AGING PARENTS: HEALTH MATTERS Wendy Weiss, M.B.A, Ph.D, Financial Advisor Our parents are living longer. As their health declines, they are likely to turn to you for help. Learn how to open a dialogue with your parents and your siblings so everyone can collaborate effectively. Your “take-away” is a toolkit that organizes key information for you and all your siblings: the hospital your parents prefer, medical specialists, and contact info. So if a crisis occurs, you and your siblings will be ready to step in and help. C O U R S E C O D E : AG E P

Sec. 01: 1 Wednesday, 5:30-7:30pm. Feb. 12 | $47

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HELPING YOUR AGING PARENTS: MONEY MATTERS Wendy Weiss, M.B.A, Ph.D. & Financial Advisor As your parents age, they may start to have difficulty remembering where they store important documents and paying bills on time. Learn how to assess the situation and open a dialogue with your parents and siblings on money issues. Use our toolkit to clarify where key documents are stored (and, for instance, where the “key” for a safe deposit box might be found). Learn how to gain legal computer access to your parents’ bank accounts so you can monitor their ability to pay bills, get alerts if accounts are overdrawn, and be ready to spot elder financial abuse or fraud. C O U R S E C O D E : AG E M

Sec. 01: 1 Wednesday, 5:30-7:30pm. Feb. 19 | $47

THE BABY DECISION: HOW TO MAKE THE MOST IMPORTANT DECISION OF YOUR LIFE Merle Bombardieri, LICSW, Wellspring Counseling Center Do you long for a baby, but worry that you’ll be overwhelmed? Or are you leaning towards remaining child-free but worry that you’ll be sorry when your “biological clock” has run out of time? How do you balance intuitive and intellectual approaches to this momentous decision? Learn self-exploration exercises you can do alone or with a partner and how to interrupt unconstructive, distracting self-talk so you can discover the right decision. This workshop is open to single people and couples alike. C O U R S E C O D E : B A BY

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 10am-3pm. Feb. 2 | $101

DIVORCE IN MASSACHUSETTS: WITH OR WITHOUT A LAWYER Les Wallerstein, Family Mediator, Collaborative Counsel & Justice of the Peace Jerome Weinstein, Mediator When the issue of divorce is raised, most people don’t know where to turn. Do you need an attorney? Should you pay a retainer? What will happen to your children and home? Come learn what you can and cannot do without an attorney and what kinds of risks are involved. We’ll also discuss when you need an attorney (with the attendant costs) and when it makes sense to use a mediator or do it yourself. COURSE CODE: DIVM

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 9:30am-12:30pm. Mar. 22 | $64

LIFE SKILLS

LIVE BOLDLY & LIBERATE YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF NEW Lauren Mackler, laurenmackler.com What would you do if you were free from the limiting fears, beliefs, and behaviors that keep you stuck? The world-renowned coach, psychotherapist, CNN commentator, and international best-selling author of Solemate: Master the Art of Aloneness & Transform Your Life reveals the “potential blockers” that hold you captive and practical tools to create and live a life you love. COURSE CODE: BOLD

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10-11:30am. Jan. 18 | $37

MANAGING TIME, STUFF & EMAIL Pam Kristan, Author & Consultant, pamelakristan.com Learn to work easily and effectively, using the ABCs of sustainable time management — attention, boundaries, and choices — to deal with interruptions, procrastination, priorities, and other time troubles. You’ll experience Straighten Up, a four-point strategy to get your desk, files, and life in order. Lastly, you’ll apply principles of managing time and stuff to email and learn special tips for the cyber-world. These techniques and insights can help you change how you operate — starting right now! COURSE CODE: MTSE

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-3pm. Jan. 25 | $101

THE ART OF INTERPERSONAL INTELLIGENCE Lauren Mackler, laurenmackler.com Are you dissatisfied with the quality of your relationships? Do you have trouble expressing your feelings, managing conflict, controlling your emotions, or setting boundaries? The world-renowned coach, psychotherapist, CNN commentator, and international best-selling author of Solemate: Master the Art of Aloneness & Transform Your Life presents practical tools to interact more effectively, defuse conflict, and build better personal and professional relationships with others. COURSE CODE: INTG

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10-11:30am. Mar. 1 | $37

TAMING EVERYDAY ANXIETY Selena Tan, Life Coach Do you seem to function well yet struggle inwardly with cyclical self-doubt and worry that negatively color your experience? We’ll touch on the usual causes and effects of low-level anxiety and effective strategies for interrupting, managing, and (over time) taming anxiety. Using evidence from neuroscience and positive psychology, we’ll discuss creating an action plan that includes daily practice and tracking over time. Be prepared to share your stories, brainstorm options, and try out new ways of thinking and behaving. COURSE CODE: ANXI

Sec. 01: 2 Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Feb. 12 | $69

ASSERTIVENESS TRAINING FOR WOMEN & MEN Helene Goldberg, Psychotherapist Assertiveness helps you feel strong in dealing with everything from life’s smallest confrontations to its most complex relationships. But becoming more assertive is a process that takes practice and motivation. Come learn how to turn self-defeating beliefs and attitudes into positive, productive interactions. Learn to handle difficult situations in the workplace and with family and friends. Through group exercises, discussion, roleplay, and journal writing, we’ll experiment with being assertive in a safe, fun environment. COURSE CODE: ASTC

Sec. 01: 5 Thursdays, 8-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $141

CONSCIOUS TIME MANAGEMENT Pam Kristan, Author & Consultant, pamelakristan.com Join us in this time-management lab to gain fresh insights and learn new practices for living authentically in the midst of intense time pressure. Come learn how to take your life in hand, carefully and consciously, and to deal with constant interruptions, out-of-whack priorities, and crises. Instead of staying later, working more, or trying yet another conventional tip, you’ll work with root issues of attention, boundaries, and choices — the new ABCs of better time management. C O U R S E C O D E : AT I M

Sec. 01: 2 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 3 | $81

PUBLIC SPEAKING Lillian DeVane Learn relaxation tips, organization skills, and ways of crafting a speech that cut down on anxiety and guesswork. A supportive atmosphere will encourage feedback as we build confidence and practice the basics of public speaking. By writing several different types of speeches that align with your personal knowledge and skill set, and incorporating visual aids, you will find yourself more comfortable in front of any audience — not just the ones you imagine in their underwear. COURSE CODE: SPPU

Sec. 01: 4 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 10 | $127

ADVANCED PUBLIC SPEAKING Joseph Guarino, Senior Consultant & Owner, Evolutionary IT If you want to take your speaking skills to the next level, this class is for you! Join us to explore advanced public-speaking concepts and arm yourself with the skills necessary to meet nearly any speaking challenge. You will grow your abilities through interactive exercises, numerous teacher-reviewed speaking opportunities, and rigorous practice. Weekly video recordings will further sharpen your skills, as you see and hear opportunities for improvement. This class is recommended for individuals who have taken “Public Speaking” or who have had significant publicspeaking experience. C O U R S E C O D E : S P PA

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 5:30-8pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $140

WOMEN GROWING OLDER: OUR BODIES, OURSELVES Joan Ditzion, LICSW & Co-Author, Our Bodies, Ourselves (2011) With increased longevity, women over 60 have new needs, norms, expectations, challenges, and opportunities. This workshop, based on the 40th anniversary update of Our Bodies, Ourselves, will explore some of the key aspects that affect our health, social, emotional, and sexual wellbeing — focusing on our need to change the aging paradigm so women over 60 can age well with a sense of power and purpose. The format will be a presentation with time for participants to share their experiences and questions. COURSE CODE: WGRO

Sec. 01: 1 Wednesday, 5:30-7:30pm. Feb. 26 | $47

CELEBRATING WOMEN’S SEXUALITY LATER IN LIFE: A WORKSHOP FOR WOMEN NEW Anita Hoffer, PhD, Ed.D. A common misconception in our youth-obsessed culture is that when women reach 50 they lose interest in or cannot enjoy intimate physical relationships. In addition, the cultural taboo on talking openly about sex in our society leaves women ignorant of the sexual behaviors of their peers and self-conscious of their own sexual concerns. We will explore the themes of sexuality and new opportunities for celebrating it as we age, as well as the many lifelong benefits of remaining sexually active. COURSE CODE: WSEX

Sec. 01: 1 Wednesday, 1:30-4pm. Feb. 5 | $55 REGISTER ONLINE AT CCAE .ORG OR CALL 617. 547.6789

HUMANITIES

HISTORY THE FIRST AMENDMENT IN AMERICAN HISTORY Blake Maddux M.A. & Author of The Espionage Act in the Age of WikiLeaks For nearly 100 years, the First Amendment has guaranteed free speech, and a free press has been arguably one of the most important topics that the Supreme Court has consistently addressed. Interestingly, the court rarely addressed this matter between the passage of the Bill of Rights in 1791 and America’s entry into World War I. We’ll explore the historical and contemporary controversies surrounding these highly cherished rights. C O U R S E C O D E : F S TA

Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $188

BIRTH & EXPANSION OF THE AMERICAN EMPIRE: FROM THE LOUISIANA PURCHASE TO THE INVASION OF CUBA NEW Rafael Pereira M.A., SUNY Binghamton Americans rarely regard themselves as an imperial nation. But the tragedies of modern American foreign policy tell a different story. As early as 1809, Jefferson called for an “empire for liberty” and added that no constitution was ever “so well calculated as ours for extensive empire.” Here we will trace this ideology and practice of empire from the time of the Revolution, passing through Florida and Texas, the Mexican War, the Asian-Pacific incursions (including Commodore Matthew Perry’s squadron forcing open relations with Japan), and finally the SpanishAmerican War (1898). COURSE CODE: EMPI

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $180

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LIFE, TIMES & IDEAS OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN NEW Rafael Pereira M.A., SUNY Binghamton Abraham Lincoln is by far the most revered American president, and indeed more has been written about him in the U.S. than anyone else (with the exception of Jesus). Thanks to recent historical research, we can finally present a comprehensive portrait of his personal life, political ideas, and historical context. By tracing the arc of his life — from a gifted, poor child to a lawyer on the prairie to a national politician — we will try to understand the development of his inner world, public persona, and family life. COURSE CODE: LINC

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $180

HUMANITIES: SCIENCE | CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

SCIENCE INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT EGYPTIAN TEMPLES Dave Lightbody Scottish Archaeologist, Egyptology Tutor & Ph.D. Candidate, University of Glasgow in Scotland

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES UNDERSTANDING THE CONTEMPORARY MIDDLE EAST Herbert Patchell M.A., Boston University

Get to know the wonderful architectural masterpieces that are Egyptian temples. We will cover the cultural, architectural, artistic, and theological ideas behind these monuments, as well as the political and practical issues that influenced their forms over thousands of years. You will develop an understanding of why the temples evolved out of the special landscape of Egypt as they did and how the temples expanded and increased in complexity as the dynasties passed.

For more than 3,000 years the Middle East has remained the most complex, violent, creative, holy, and disputed region in the world. Every day issues such as the survival of Israel, the role of oil and gas, the interplay of great powers, the religion-driven struggles infecting the entire area, and the uncertain fate of hundreds of millions make global headlines. This course will provide you with a basic background to help you understand current events.

C O U R S E C O D E : E GY P

COURSE CODE: UNME

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $188

INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY

THE ARC OF UPHEAVAL: PAKISTAN, AFGHANISTAN, IRAN, CAUCASUS, IRAQ, SYRIA, LEBANON & EGYPT

Dan Winchell & John Sheff Amateur Astronomers & Astronomy Educators The brilliant stars of winter, often glimpsed just briefly as we hurry from one warm destination to another, have a story to tell. It’s a tale of the universe’s beginning, the evolution of stars and galaxies, and the beginning of life itself. Come build an understanding of brown dwarfs, red giants, black holes, and dark matter. You’ll also learn some of the constellations of winter and spring, see the moons of Jupiter through a telescope, and construct a pocket model of the Solar System. COURSE CODE: INAS

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 21 | $180

INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY John Taylor Instructor Every day the media reports extraordinary new discoveries in biological science and health. Join us to build a foundation in biological information and scientific thinking. We then will explore the health, social, ethical, and political implications of current issues such as embryonic stem cells, the Human Genome Project, gene therapy and personalized medicine, diet, drug and obesity issues, cancer treatment dilemmas, HIV/AIDS, evolution, drug addiction, drugs and mental health, and menopause and hormone replacement therapy. COURSE CODE: IBIO

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $192

Herbert Patchell M.A., Boston University A vast and deepening instability threatens contemporary civilization — stretching like a sword against the throat of the world. It pits Muslim against Christian, secular against religious, Sunni against Shia, Arab against Persian, globalization against Islam, Russia against the West, and multiculturalism against tradition. Join us to examine each of these nations, why they are in upheaval, the threat posed to the contemporary world, and what might be done to avert catastrophe. COURSE CODE: ARCO

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 6:35-7:35pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $188

WHITE PEOPLE CHALLENGING RACISM: MOVING FROM TALK TO ACTION P. Stewart Lanier & Denise Garcia Co-Facilitators People of all heritages/identities are welcome to join us as we focus on the role of white people in dismantling racism and building a just society. We’ll examine the impact of white privilege and how being unaware of that advantage helps perpetuate racism. We’ll discuss short readings and share everyday situations in which we did not speak up effectively against racial bias. Using role-playing, we’ll work out effective ways to respond in our workplaces, communities, and personal circles. COURSE CODE: WHIT

Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays, 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 28 | $50

REAL-LIFE APPLICATIONS FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE: ORGANIZING IN BOSTON & BEYOND Sarah Herman Activist & Facilitator Join us to examine community-organizing strategies. We’ll cover practical steps for organizing protests, actions, marches, boycotts, and other social-justice based initiatives. Learn how to create healthful group dynamics in organizing communities. In addition, we’ll discuss how interlocking oppressions in a race/gender/class framework are a part of organizing for social change, as well as the history of social movements in the 20th and 21st centuries. C O U R S E C O D E : S O CJ

Sec. 01: 8 Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $120

LITERATURE & WRITING LITERATURE DOWNTON ABBEY: FASHION, MANNERS & MORALS IN THE EDWARDIAN ERA Christina Carlson Ph.D., English Literature & Lecturer, Emerson College Join us to look back over seasons one through three of Downton Abbey and to discuss the historical and cultural basis of the show. We’ll explore the fashion, manners, food, and politics of the Edwardian era. We’ll also discuss the show, episode by episode, in terms of themes of inheritance, the English country estate, the old vs. the new, British law and the entail, sibling rivalry, feminism, radicalism, and the function of the servant class. C O U R S E C O D E : DW T N

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $180

READING DAVID FOSTER WALLACE’S INFINITE JEST Bill Lattanzi Writer, Documentary Producer, Playwright & David Foster Wallace Enthusiast Here’s your chance to finally read the 1,079-page doorstop/masterpiece, which is also a hilarious, sad, moving, entrancing, and addictive novel like no other. We’ll set the context, unravel the mysteries, explore what happened in the Year of Glad, and compare Wallace’s real-life experiences with what he turned it into in the book. Much of the book is set right here in Cambridge and Brighton. We will take a bonus walking tour for those students who are interested. COURSE CODE: DF WI

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $192

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JANE AUSTEN — BEYOND THE MOVIES Claudia Stumpf Ph.D. Candidate at Tufts University & Devotee of Jane Austen Jane Austen is endlessly popular — from 19th-century “Janites” to 20thcentury BBC adaptations and Hollywood blockbusters. This class will consider four of Jane Austen’s novels and what we can learn from them when we look beyond the romance. We will read the four novels that were published in Austen’s lifetime and discuss the role of such controversial topics as sex, money, colonialism, marriage, and social class — as well as asking how convincing the love stories are! C O U R S E C O D E : AU S M

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 8-9pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $168

LITERATURE IN PARIS, 1920s TO 1930s Jamie McPartland M.F.A. in Creative Writing, The New School; Freelance Literary Editor This course will engage students in discussions on texts by Djuna Barnes, André Breton, Colette, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ford Madox Ford, Ernest Hemingway, Henry Miller, George Orwell, and Gertrude Stein, as well as poems and short stories handed out in class. We’ll also look at what made the end of Paris’s “Luminous Years” so attractive to expat writers, the interrelation between visual and literary arts in the Modernist period, and reasons for contemporary readers’ nostalgia for this era. C O U R S E C O D E : PA R L

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $192

LITERATURE & WRITING: LITERATURE

READING THE BOOK OF JOB NEW

RUSSIAN SHORT STORIES

Judy Weiss Rabbi

Leon Steinmetz Author

The Book of Job is one of the most challenging books of the Bible. We’ll consider if Job’s poetic expression of distress is blasphemy. Assess his plea for justice from God. Read examples of arguments he has with his friends over the theological meaning of one’s misfortunes. Wrestle with the powerful poetic response God gives to Job. We also will consider what the book says about the character of God, connections between Job and other biblical characters, and connections to other ancient Near East texts.

Since Russian literature first burst on the world stage in the early 19th century, it has become a cultural phenomenon with a tremendous worldwide influence. We will examine short stories by the great Russian writers of the 19th and the 20th centuries, from Pushkin, Gogol, Dostoevsky, and Tolstoy to Chekhov, Bulgakov, Nabokov, and others. We will discuss Russian literature as an integral part of Russian history, culture, and politics as well.

COURSE CODE: RJOB

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $180

COURSE CODE: RSTR

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $125

TOLKIEN: EXPLORATION OF MIDDLE EARTH NEW

WAR AND PEACE: READING & THINKING WITH LEO TOLSTOY

Jared Hettrick Composer & Vocalist

Katia Kapovich Writer, Editor & Professor of Slavic Studies

Delve into the world of Middle Earth. Populated by elves, men, dwarves, hobbits, wizards, and orcs, J.R.R. Tolkien’s works encompass an entire mythological world with its own histories, peoples, languages, and mythology. We will engage in discussions of Tolkien’s keystone works involving his fantastic land of Middle Earth. We will discuss the literary devices of the books, themes, songs, languages, poetry, characters, histories, and even controversies.

We will read Tolstoy’s War and Peace with an eye on narratological innovations and the new social, philosophical, and religious ideas that this great Russian author introduced in his central novel. We also will reflect on his statement: “Freethinkers are those who are willing to use their minds without prejudice and without fearing to understand things that clash with their own customs, privileges, or beliefs. This state of mind is not common, but it is essential for right thinking.”

COURSE CODE: TOLK

COURSE CODE: WRNP

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5:35-7:35pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $192

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $192

A DICKENS SEMINAR: OLIVER TWIST NEW

THE SHORT FICTION OF JOHN UPDIKE

Susan Glassman Ph.D., English, University of Rhode Island

Judith Wynn Freelance Newspaper and Magazine Writer

Join us in reading Oliver Twist, whose publication established a place in the literary world for Charles Dickens. An early example of the social novel, the book calls the public’s attention to various contemporary evils. Dickens mocks the hypocrisies of his time by surrounding the novel’s serious themes with sarcasm and dark humor. Oliver Twist is notable for Dickens’ unromantic portrayal of criminals and their sordid lives, as well as for how he exposed the cruel treatment of poor children in London.

Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist John Updike (1932-2009) crafted nearly every moment of his life into a series of visually dazzling short stories sure to endure as a portrait of 20th-century middle-class American mores. An admirer of New Yorker cartoons and cover art since boyhood, Updike aimed to be professional illustrator but quickly turned to fiction and essay writing to support his rapidly growing family. Join us as we sample tales representing the many sides of Updike.

COURSE CODE: T WST

COURSE CODE: UPDI

Sec. 01: 7 Mondays, 10:30-11:45am. Begins Jan. 13 | $156 Sec. 02: 8 Tuesdays, 2-3:15pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $170

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $145

EXTRAORDINARY POETRY Michael Koran M.A., University of Chicago; windweaver.com/michaelkoran We’ll read from Frost, Dickinson, Stevens, and Whitman and listen to a winner of a National Poetry Slam. We’ll explore how words, sounds, pauses, rhymes, lines, humor, and meaning contribute to a poem’s beauty and truth. Join us on a poetic journey that will move us to sense, understand, and live poetic moments that help create poetic lives. COURSE CODE: GRPO

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 1:45-4:45pm. Feb. 1 | $109

LITERATURE & WRITING: WRITING

WRITING

FICTION WORKSHOP Ralph Pennel, Judith Wynn

INTRODUCTION TO WRITING Susan Glassman Ph.D., English, University of Rhode Island If you have little experience in writing nonfiction or are apprehensive about writing, join us to understand the steps in the writing process — from strategies for gathering ideas to tips for revising, editing, and proofreading your work. We’ll work on developing a thesis, composing paragraphs, using supporting evidence, crafting introductions and conclusions, and overcoming writer’s block. To apply what you learn to your own writing, you’ll write a one-page letter or essay for each class.

Whether you are a beginning or continuing writing student, your work will benefit from the fun, supportive environment of this course. Together, we’ll each begin and complete one piece of short fiction by the end of the term. We’ll look at characterization, plot, structure, language, and the other elements of good writing — and also learn from each other. COURSE CODE: FKWK

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $192 Instructor: Wynn Sec. 02: 8 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $192 Instructor: Pennel

GENRE FICTION WORKSHOP

COURSE CODE: IWRI

Michael McComas

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 3:30-5pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $180

Delve into the craft of writing the character-driven science fiction/fantasy short story, focusing on world-building, character, and the fantastical element. This course is intended for writers who have had some previous experience with fiction, but may perhaps be new to the workshop setting. The bulk of the course will be devoted to writing, reading, and revising our short stories.

SELF-PROMOTION FOR WRITERS Randy Ross Writer & Digital Content Consultant Learn the latest options available to writers and authors of fiction, memoir, and creative nonfiction looking to promote their work in today’s challenging publishing environment. In Sec. 01, we’ll delve into blogging — one of the best ways to promote your writing and develop an author platform. In Sec. 02, we’ll tackle how to use social media sites to connect directly with potential readers on Twitter, Facebook, Linked In, and Google+. COURSE CODE: SPRO

BUILDING YOUR BLOG

Sec. 01: 1 Tuesday, 6-8:30pm. Mar. 25 | $60 SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

Sec. 02: 1 Wednesday, 6-8:30pm. Mar. 26 | $60

HOW TO SELF-PUBLISH Shirley Spence Self-publisher & Co-author of Getting to Giving: Fundraising the Entrepreneurial Way Technological advances such as print-on-demand and online retailing are upending the publishing industry and enabling authors to become entrepreneurs, publishing their own books. We will consider the pros and cons of self vs. traditional publishing; look at the process of self-publishing, from glimmer in the eye to getting the product in the hands of your target audience; consider the economics of self-publishing; learn from others’ self-publishing experience through case studies and guest speakers; and share and get feedback on project ideas. COURSE CODE: SPUB

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $145

COURSE CODE: SIFI

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $192

JOURNEY INTO THE MIND: CREATIVE FICTION WORKSHOP Katia Kapovich Writer, Editor & Professor of Slavic Studies Vladimir Nabokov once said: “There are three points of view from which a writer can be considered: He may be considered as a storyteller, as a teacher, and as an enchanter.” Writers often overemphasize the narrative and teaching aspects of our craft. For as different as it may be to write a short story versus a novel or a life-based memoir, when successful, all three writing forms share one thing in common: a spellbinding tale. COURSE CODE: FICT

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $188

ADVANCED SHORT STORY WORKSHOP Ken Harvey M.F.A., Bennington; kenharvey.net Eudora Welty once said that writing may be simply a higher form of reading. With these words in mind, we will not only workshop our stories, but also discuss some of the best writers in the genre. And if Raymond Carver claimed that the short story is closer to the poem than to the novel, what can we learn from poetry in creating our stories? There also will be ample opportunities for writing activities that hone our craft. COURSE CODE: SHSW

COPYEDITING

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $192

Linda Spencer Spencer Editorial

LIVING STORIES

Sharpen your copyediting skills on a variety of nonfiction texts, ranging from books and journals to annual reports, news releases, newsletters, and web content. You will learn how to spot and clean up awkward sentences and apply commonsense grammar rules to write with clarity and precision. We also will discuss recommended stylebooks and how to establish a style sheet for various projects. Familiarity with English grammar is a prerequisite; this is not an ESL course. COURSE CODE: COPE

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $192

Don Gervich Ed.D.; Professor of Writing, Curry College What makes a story vital, engaging, and unique? Join this group to discover ways to enliven your memoir or fiction writing. We will practice the essentials: how to create complex characters, develop a compelling voice, enhance scenes with vivid detail, speak with zinging dialogue. We will coax each other to infuse our tales with humor and suspense. Our goal is to experiment — and to share stories that surprise and enlighten us. Both beginning and advanced writers are welcome. C O U R S E C O D E : LVS T

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190

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LITERATURE & WRITING: WRITING

INTRODUCTION TO PLAYWRITING: FINDING YOUR DRAMATIC VOICE Peter Littlefield Stage Director, Writer & Dramaturg Theater is about the encounter between people. That’s where the risk is. Come explore the way character develops through relationship. You’ll participate in writing exercises and games that draw on the imagination and encourage the writer to express his or her unique voice. We will build dialogues and dramatic moments into larger narratives, sharing work as we go. We also will read a play from a contemporary playwright to explore dramatic form.

BLACKSMITH HOUSE POETRY SERIES: FEBRUARY-MARCH 2014 Founded in 1973, the award-winning Blacksmith House Poetry Series celebrates 40 years of bringing established and emerging writers of poetry and fiction to Harvard Square. The series is sponsored by the Cambridge Center for Adult Education and holds readings at the Blacksmith House, site of the village smithy and spreading chestnut tree of Longfellow’s 1839 poem “The Village Blacksmith.” Andrea Cohen, Director Mariya Deykute, Assistant to the Director Ron Spalletta, Assistant to the Director Gail Mazur, Founding Director

8pm | $3 | Readings take place at 56 Brattle Street unless otherwise noted. Tickets may be purchased 45 minutes prior to the reading. FEBRUARY 24

Henri Cole, whose latest collection is Blackbird and Wolf, reads with Rowan Ricardo Phillips, whose debut collection is The Ground.

C O U R S E C O D E : P L AW

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $202

CONTINUING PLAYWRIGHTS: THE DYNAMICS OF THE STAGE Peter Littlefield Stage Director, Writer & Dramaturg The playwright’s first challenge is to put human beings on the stage. All matters of stagecraft begin there, whether speech, silence, movement, or stillness — or stage design and images. And then there’s the problem of structuring these human moments into a larger dramatic narrative. The shifting of scenes creates a language of its own. Join us to develop your own play. We will read work, discuss problems, and use exercises to trigger observation and imagination. We also will read a play by a contemporary playwright. COURSE CODE: CPL A

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $202

INTRODUCTION TO SCREENWRITING Andrew Osborne Screenwriter, baitshop.org

MARCH 10

Whether you want to create movies for Hollywood, Sundance, or the local grindhouse, learn the basics of screenwriting in a supportive workshop environment while you work towards the first, second, or even final draft of a solid “spec” script. We’ll explore three-act structure, industry-standard format, character, and dialogue, as well as tips for surviving in the entertainment business and making your own independent film.

Emerging Writers: New Voices

COURSE CODE: REEN

CODE: BHPS-01

CODE: BHPS-02

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $202

MARCH 17

ADVANCED SCREENWRITING

To be announced; check CCAE.org for updated information. CODE: BHPS- 03

MARCH 24

Bob Hicok reads from his new collection, Elegy Owed, with Jane Miller, whose new poetry collection is Thunderbird. CODE: BHPS-04

Andrew Osborne Screenwriter, baitshop.org This intensive workshop is for students familiar with the basics of screenwriting who want to focus on full drafts and rewrites. Because of the smaller class size, we’ll be able to devote more time to larger sections of students’ scripts. Discussion topics will include page-one rewrites, story arcs, focused character and dialogue polishes, television writing, basic filmmaking, and the business aspects of writing. COURSE CODE: SCPI

HUMOROUS WRITING

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $202

Michael Koran M.A., University of Chicago; windweaver.com/michaelkoran The ingredients of good writing are helpful for humorous writing, so we’ll enjoy learning them: being specific, present, personal, with dramatic tension and revealing meanings. We’ll try to write down one humorous moment a day, share it with our partner for the week, and bring our most hilarious moment to share with the class. In-class exercises will help us smile. We’ll also study humorous writing from The Onion and Dave Barry, plus some very short, very funny stories. COURSE CODE: HUMW

Sec. 01: 5 Thursdays, 5:45-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 20 | $141

LITERATURE & WRITING: WRITING

WINTER WEEKEND WRITING INTENSIVES

NEW

Give yourself the gift of time: a whole weekend to focus on your writing. Some of the Center’s leading writing teachers are offering a rich array of new weekend intensives — a perfect way to give your skills a major boost! WRITING FROM YOUR OWN EXPERIENCE: WEEKEND WORKSHOP Mopsy Strange Kennedy Book Reviewer for The Improper Bostonian & Therapist Join us to concentrate on two genres using the first person. Nonfiction articles such as the “Lives” column in The New York Times make use of the writer’s own self, though the topic may be an external one. Books such as Intoxicated by My Illness by Anatole Broyard use fiction techniques to tell a story that is nevertheless the writer’s own. We’ll emphasize scenes, dialogue, and detail so that the story is cinematically vivid and the writer is revealed. COURSE CODE: WRBO

Sec. 01: Saturday, Feb. 8, 10am-4pm & Sunday, Feb. 9, 12-4pm | $120

THE HEART OF YOUR STORY, THE PULSE OF YOUR CHARACTER NEW Jane Katims M.Ed.; Author, Dancing on a Slippery Floor; janekatims.com We aim for stories with “heart,” stories that express the true pulse of the main characters. How to find the best language? How to write scenes that express crucial conflicts? When might the narration get up close to character; when might it step back a bit? We’ll study work by Alice Munro, Tessa Hadley, William Trevor, John Updike, and others in order to analyze techniques and strategies for writing compelling characters with strong voices. COURSE CODE: W WRI

Sec. 01: Saturday, Feb. 8, 10am-4pm & Sunday, Feb. 9, 12-4pm | $120

WRITING JAZZ & PLAYING WORDS: RETUNING YOUR WRITERLY IMAGINATION NEW Kendall Dudley Lifeworks Career & Life Design, lifeworkscareers.com We’ll shake loose ideas, words, themes, images, and the energy to act on them. We’ll move between vivid prompts, experiments with techniques, and crafting story starts and endings. We’ll design writing structures that twist, bend, and shape our work and hook our imagination. Drawing on music, art, photos, memory, and the senses, we’ll see what’s most alive for us and write where the heat exists. COURSE CODE: W WRJ

Sec. 01: Saturday, Feb. 22, 10am-4pm & Sunday, Feb. 23, 12-4pm | $120

“SO MUCH DEPENDS / UPON” THE IMAGE: A TWO-DAY POETRY WRITING WORKSHOP NEW David Semanki M.F.A., Columbia University In 1923, William Carlos Williams published his poem “Red Wheel Barrow” in Spring and All. Even today, this now-famous poem retains an energy and mystery due to its unapologetic and revolutionary use of images. We will consider why images remain a fundamental tool in contemporary verse. Through in-class reading and exercises, we will investigate how to “translate” the visible world around us onto the page. COURSE CODE: UPON

Sec. 01: Saturday & Sunday, 11am-2pm. Feb. 22 & 23 | $120

BASIC SCREENWRITING BOOT CAMP Andrew Osborne Screenwriter, baitshop.org Learn screenwriting from A to Z in a fun, friendly seminar with an Emmy Award-winning veteran of Hollywood, the indie festival circuit, and beyond. We’ll explore genres, character arcs, dialogue, story structure, proper script format, and the nuts and bolts of surviving show business. You will practice and “pitch” your own movie ideas in a friendly, supportive environment and vote on the projects you’d “green light” if you ran the studios! COURSE CODE: BSBC

Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-4pm, Feb. 8 & Sunday, 12-4pm, Feb. 9 | $140

MEMORIES, STORIES & REFLECTIONS: AN ONGOING PROJECT IN LIFE STORY WRITING

GETTING PERSONAL: A MEMOIR & ESSAY WORKSHOP

Kendall Dudley Lifeworks Career & Life Design, lifeworkscareers.com

Daniel Gewertz Freelance Writer

Join us in writing stories you’ve forgotten and suddenly long to finish. Practice eluding your critics so you can roam freely. Find varied voices, tempos, and characters with which to reveal what you learn. Use objects, photos, food, and all the senses to remember, build, and write! You’ll challenge rules of writing and remembering, discipline and propriety! You’ll add dramatic tools to scenes and characters that then brighten your memory and feed your imagination.

The writing of memoir stories often begins with a humble question: What about my life is worthy of a reader’s time and attention? But given enough precision, passion, and story-telling savvy, nearly any memory that fascinates a writer can be made to intrigue the reader. We will concentrate on ways we can frame our memories, tighten focus, and clarify feelings and opinions. Assignments and prompts will kick-start your writing, and stories will be read aloud in class.

C O U R S E C O D E : AU T O

COURSE CODE: GETP

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $120 Sec. 02: 8 Tuesdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $120

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $192

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LITERATURE & WRITING: WRITING

WRITING FROM YOUR OWN EXPERIENCE

ANYONE FOR WRITING A SEQUENCE POEM? NEW

Mopsy Strange Kennedy Book Reviewer for The Improper Bostonian & Therapist

David Semanki M.F.A., Columbia University

Join us to concentrate on two genres using the first person. Nonfiction articles such as the “Lives” and “Modern Love” columns in The New York Times make use of the writer’s own self, though the topic may be an external one. Books such as Intoxicated by My Illness by Anatole Broyard use fiction techniques to tell a story that is nevertheless the writer’s own. We’ll emphasize scenes, dialogue, and detail so that the story is cinematically vivid and the writer is revealed.

In this innovative and energizing workshop, you will be asked to write only one poem — the catch is that one poem will be written in sections over four classes! Be sure to bring your imagination (along with pen and paper for an in-class exercise) as we explore the first principles of the sequence poem. A broad sampling of poets will act as our guides. Everyone will workshop each session. Both advanced and beginning writers are welcome.

COURSE CODE: WREP

Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 29 (not meeting Feb. 19) | $125

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 10-11:30am. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Thursdays, 3:45-5:15pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190

EMBODIED MEMOIR Amber Espar Improvisational Performer & Educator Audrey Beth Stein M.F.A.; Writer, Healer & Coach, audreybethstein.com Express yourself and connect with others through storytelling and play across mediums. We will explore free-writing, sound, movement, visual/ tactile art, and oral storytelling, with intentions of playing with forms, deepening a written story, and finding a story’s most natural and expressive outlet. Come with an open curious mind and the possibility of making new friends. Together we will let the witness and reflection of each other’s stories inspire our own creations and sharing. COURSE CODE: EMBO

COURSE CODE: SEQU

WRITING FREE VERSE: AN ADVANCED POETRY WORKSHOP Pelle Lowe M.F.A., Massachusetts College of Art One of the greatest resources to anyone who is serious about crafting a well-made poem is another reader who can respond directly and thoughtfully to the work on its own terms. This workshop provides a supportive, invigorating environment for writers with published poems or collections, students pursuing M.F.A. degrees, and people who write for themselves simply because they must. Please submit a five- to seven-page manuscript, including a poem to which you have made major revisions along with its early draft, to freeverse@ccae.org by January 6 to apply for this class. COURSE CODE: VERS

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $202

Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 5:25-7:25pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $155

POETRY WORKSHOP Katia Kapovich Writer, Editor & Professor of Slavic Studies Discuss your poems and those of your peers. We will hone our skills and learn and practice the most helpful ways to approach creative work. In addition to your own poetry, we will look closely at poems by a group of contemporary poets. We will examine the craft, form, voice, and style in these poems and consider the aesthetic choices they make. Don’t worry if this is your first poetry class or if you’ve never shown your poems to anyone. COURSE CODE: POEW

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $192 Sec. 02: 8 Fridays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $192

WINTER QUIET: HAIKU FOR A WINTER DAY NEW Jeanne Martin MSW, MTS, Ed.D., Teacher & Retreat Leader Haiku is a simple but complex form of poetry that heightens our awareness of the deep connection between nature and human nature. We will read, write, and share winter haiku, reflecting on the beauty and poignancy of the coming winter as we leave behind the warmth of summer and ready ourselves for the stark contrast of the cold weather. You will leave with several haiku and an easy way to make small books in which to record haiku and give as gifts. COURSE CODE: HAKU

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 1-4pm. Mar. 1 | $65

VIVID JOURNALING Kendall Dudley Lifeworks Career & Life Design, lifeworkscareers.com

The Center offers courses designed to help you improve your writing skills in the workplace. TELL THE STORY TO SELL THE STORY: GOOD WRITING IS THE KEY TO NON-PROFIT SUCCESS NEW

Toss out your old notions of journaling! No matter where your interests lie in matters of the head, heart, and spirit, these journaling doors will open you to new ways of defining, processing, and growing with your journal. Drawing on the influences of painting, photography, video, collage, music, architectural design, and the Internet, your words will take on new expression, form, and depth. Weekly journal projects will keep you focused between classes. C O U R S E C O D E : VJ O U

IMPROVE YOUR ON-THE-JOB WRITING SKILLS

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 8-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $127

CAFE JOURNALING & SKETCHING GRANT WRITING

Kendall Dudley Lifeworks Career & Life Design, lifeworkscareers.com

For more information on these classes, see page 51.

You duck into a cafe and suddenly want to write and sketch what’s happening. But, yikes, you’ve never kept a journal and you forgot to study art! Try this: Come for an hour to learn journaling tools and sketching basics. We’ll then go to cafes in the square to practice what we’ve learned. Amidst the clatter and murmurings, we’ll capture the moment in words and images. C O U R S E C O D E : CA FJ

Sec. 01: 1 Wednesday, 6:30-9pm. Mar. 19 | $56 REGISTER ONLINE AT CCAE .ORG OR CALL 617. 547.6789

PERFORMING ARTS THEATER ACTING WORKSHOP — THE BASICS Dewayne Nelson Actor on Stage, Film & TV Explore the basics of acting for stage and film. We will work with scripts from contemporary plays and films, connecting our efforts to the work of living playwrights and film directors. We will use theater games and improvisation — having fun while taking chances. We will cover the audition process, what casting companies seek in an actor, and practical tips about the industry and how to get work as an actor. And why not? Working as an extra on the set of a film is fun. C O U R S E C O D E : AC T 1

Sec. 01: 6 Saturdays, 9am-12pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $163 Sec. 02: 6 Mondays, 10-11:30am. Begins Jan. 27 | $138

EVERYBODY HAS A STORY: STORYTELLING 101 Norah Dooley Storyteller & Author Craft a compelling, oral, personal narrative and learn the skills to perform it. Story games and oral exercises will help you find your stories. Handouts, resources, and worksheets also will be provided. You will be able to tell your stories at monthly massmouth open mics or story slams in the Boston area. COURSE CODE: STOR

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 10am-3pm. Jan. 26 | $101

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STAND-UP COMEDY WORKSHOP Bob Gautreau Comedian, getbobg.com Many people tell you that you’re funny and you belong on stage, but you haven’t got the slightest idea of how to write or perform stand-up comedy. Come develop your personality or “persona,” strengthen your comedy writing skills, and emphasize your hysterical delivery through basic exercises. You’ll experience the joys of set-ups, punch lines, puns, parodies, and of course... timing. Our goal is to come up with five minutes of material to be performed at the end of the semester. COURSE CODE: FUNY

Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $200

IMPROVISATIONAL COMEDY WORKSHOP Bob Gautreau Comedian, getbobg.com Do you enjoy Whose Line Is It Anyway? Have you ever thought you could improvise and have fun doing it? Well, you can! We’ll enhance the creative mind and increase performance, communication, and cooperation skills through simple agreement exercises with an emphasis on comedy. You’ll learn contrasts and comparisons, as well as contact, conflicts, and conclusions, through various games. You’ll also learn how to create as you’re speaking and stay connected to a focus. COURSE CODE: IMPR

Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 8-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $183

PERFORMING ARTS: DANCE

BROADWAY MUSICALS NEW Jared Hettrick Composer & Vocalist Do you love Broadway musicals? Do wish you had more chances to sing those songs? Join us for a singing tour of The Great White Way’s most famous shows. From solos and duets to large group numbers, we will learn about the musicals these songs come from and perform them together. We’ll unlock how we can better perform these musical theater songs with knowledge of technique, drama, and musical context! COURSE CODE : SHOW

Sec. 01: 6 Fridays, 7-8pm. Begins Feb. 7 | $131

DANCE ZUMBA FITNESS DANCE Olga Goldstein Zumba is not only a blast of positive emotions, feelings, and creativity, it also develops your physical strength in a unique way. Have you ever worked out while partying? This is your chance! Come and have fun! COURSE CODE: ZUMB

Sec. 01: 8 Sundays 11:30am-12:30pm Begins Jan 19 | $159

ZUMBA GOLD ® : FOR OLDER ADULTS & THOSE NEW TO EXERCISE Sarah Dwyer

IMPROV POSSIBLE! Mary Valentine King Actor & Director This workshop is 100 percent fun and the perfect place for the absolute beginner to be introduced to the art of improvisation. No matter what you do for a living, or what your interests are, the skills emphasized in improv can benefit you in all areas. Through the exploration of group exercises, theater games, and scene work, you will experience the opportunity to grow and exercise your creativity in a safe and respectful environment. COURSE CODE: IMPV

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 1-4pm. Feb. 15 | $65

Zumba Gold® is a Latin-inspired dance-fitness party specifically catered towards active older adults, people with physical limitations or medical issues, and those new to cardio exercise. Each routine starts out with basic steps and adds on to each step as the song progresses. This creates the opportunity to add more intensity or lower the intensity level based on each individual’s fitness abilities. You also can free your mind, make new friends, and just let yourself have a good time. COURSE CODE: ZUMG

Sec: 02: 8 Fridays, 10-11am. Begins Jan. 17 | $159

LUNCHTIME BALLET Susan Alt Dancer & Teacher Come experience one of the most inspiring, exacting, and esoteric of the art forms. Ballet training is derived from several fundamental positions, movements, and body carriages. We’ll carefully explore these essentials and basic forms, develop dance phrases, and complete ballet movements. Class is open to men and women with little or no experience. COURSE CODE: BALU

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 11:15am-12:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $186

STUDY THEATER WITH STAN EDELSON, DIRECTOR, ACTOR, PLAYWRIGHT & PRODUCER BEGINNER’S ACTING WORKSHOP

INTERMEDIATE ACTING: ACTING 2

Ever wonder if the acting bug would be a healthy one for you? Let yourself be expressive and come experience the actor’s craft in a safe, supportive environment. We will explore the art of acting, whether in theater or film, through the use of simple theater games, physical and vocal warm-ups, role-play, and short scenes.

If you have taken a beginning acting class or done a bit of acting, now is the time to experience the solid craft, techniques, and methods utilized and taught by the masters. We will emphasize the process of “becoming” within a safe, supportive, and fun environment, rather than rushing into the frenzy of an actual public performance. We will do vigorous physical, vocal, emotional, and imaginative warm-ups and acting exercises, leading to in-depth scene study and monologues, with a strong focus on character development.

C O U R S E C O D E : AC BW

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 1-5pm. Feb. 8 | $82

ANYONE CAN ACT: ACTING 1 Experience the joy of expressing your creative impulses. Through vigorous physical and vocal warm-ups followed by group and individual acting exercises, you will learn the basics of being alive on stage and making what you imagine visible to an audience. This is helpful for business and professional presentations and a great way to get to know people. This course is designed for people with little or no experience. C O U R S E C O D E : A N AC

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 6:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 23 | $245

C O U R S E C O D E : AC T I

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 6:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230

ADVANCED ACTING: ACTING 3 This workshop is for those who have already taken “Anyone Can Act” or its equivalent and who are now ready for more in-depth, serious character work and scene study. Acting is a form of self and social liberation. Acting in a laboratory setting is an exploration of what has been, what is, and what can be. Inspirational and creative to the max is the way to go. We will draw from the classics and potentially create our own classic manifestations of theater/film art! C O U R S E C O D E : A DAC

Sec. 01: 10 Fridays, 6:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $230

PERFORMING ARTS: DANCE

BALLET

SWING DANCING

Susan Alt Dancer & Teacher

Jim Spellman Dancer

Why would a grown-up want to take a ballet class? Ballet feeds the body and soul. It stretches every muscle, works every joint, gives you strength, and improves your posture. The music is inspiring and this tried-and-true discipline of the dance helps you become centered. It’s also just fun to move this way. Join us to return to your childhood dream or become acquainted with ballet for the first time. You may become addicted (in the best way).

Get help to the jive! Learn the fundamentals of swing, an energetic six-count dance. You will develop the moves and partnering skills that will have you jumpin’ to big band and neo-swing sounds before you know it! With Benny Goodman or Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, find new ways to express yourself as an individual and as a partner, while building your dance vocabulary. We will be constantly changing partners, as this makes for better learning and more fun.

COURSE CODE: BABE

COURSE CODE: SWNG

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 7:30-9pm. Begins Jan. 20 | $176 Sec. 02: 10 Thursdays, 4:30-6pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $186 Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 12-1:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $186

Sec. 01: 4 Sundays, 2:30-4pm. Begins Feb. 9 | $115

LUNCHTIME TAP Susan Alt Dancer & Teacher Come spend your lunch hour tap dancing to the best of swing, blues, soul, zydeco, and Dixieland. Start with the basic elements and learn new combinations every week. Keep the beat with your feet and have a great time. This class is for beginners and those who have had previous elementary classes. C O U R S E C O D E : TA P L

INTRO TO LATIN DANCE: SALSA & MORE! Sharon Shakur Dancer & Choreographer Get ready to enjoy exciting Latin rhythms! This class will introduce you to the most popular styles of Latin dance, including salsa, merengue, and bachata. Proper partnering techniques, footwork, and turn patterns will be covered. You will quickly gain the confidence to get on the dance floor with this fun and easy-to-follow course. To promote better leading and following techniques, we’ll change partners during the class. C O U R S E C O D E : L AT N

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15pm. Begins Jan. 21 | $168

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 1:15-2:15pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $156 Sec. 02: 10 Thursdays, 11am-12pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $165

BALLROOM DANCE Jim Spellman Dancer Ballroom dancing, also known as Dance Sport, is thriving in Cambridge and Boston. Discover the world of moving to music in perfect partnership. We’ll practice the foundation dance components, base timings/rhythms, key foot patterns, and essential leading and following techniques. Learn to “hear the rhythm” so you can enjoy partnership dancing in the ballroom or Latin styles, including foxtrot, waltz, cha cha, merengue, and American tango. To promote better leading and following techniques, we will change partners during the class. C O U R S E C O D E : DA B A

Sec. 01: 10 Sundays, 1-2:15pm. Begins Jan. 19 | $179

DANCES FOR A ROMANTIC OCCASION Jim Spellman Dancer This course will prepare you and your partner to dance with ease and grace. You will experience the joy of leading and following. Simple patterns of movement will be taught, then comfortable layers of movement added. We will introduce basic elements of waltz, foxtrot, bolero, and romantic two-step that can help you pick your style and song. If you have a favorite song, feel free to bring it to complement the instructor’s playlist. Same-sex couples welcome. COURSE CODE: WEDD

Sec. 01: 2 Sundays, 2:30-3:45pm. Begins Jan. 26 | $102 per pair Sec. 02: 2 Sundays, 2:30-3:45pm. Begins Mar. 23 | $102 per pair

JAZZ/FUNK DANCE Honey Blonder Dancer & Choreographer Hip-hop your way through an hour of high-energy dance set to pop and hip-hop tunes. A short warm-up will be followed by a hip-hop combination that will grow and be repeated throughout class. Each week a new combination will be taught. Class will end with a short cool-down. COURSE CODE: STFK

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 6:15-7:15pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $165

BURLESQUE: THE BOSTON BABYDOLLS WAY The Boston Babydolls Burlesque is exciting, empowering, and great exercise, too! Suitable for performers of all shapes, sizes, and experience levels, this workshop for women only introduces the basic building blocks of vintage-style burlesque. You will learn dance moves and techniques for handling classic clothing elements such as gloves, boas, and stocking. Leave with everything you need to put on a burlesque performance of your very own, whether on stage or in private. COURSE CODE: BURL

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 1:45-3:45pm. Jan. 18 | $47 Sec. 02: 1 Saturday, 1:45-3:45pm. Mar. 22 | $47

BOLLYWOOD DANCING Sarina Sadana Bollywood dancing comes from the heart of the Indian film industry — the largest in the world. Bollywood movies are known the world over for their elaborate, energetic musical dance numbers. Now Bollywood dancing has grabbed hold of the American imagination. Come and learn the exuberant, glamorous, and romantic moves that light up Indian cinema, and get a great workout for your body and your soul! C O U R S E C O D E : B O LY

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190

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PERFORMING ARTS: MUSIC

BELLY DANCING

MUSIC

See CCAE.org for instructor Learn raks sharki or belly dance, the “dance of the Orient” that women have performed for centuries. Practice ancient movements, including balance, undulations, and vibrations, to ancient rhythms. This is a dance of isolation; different parts of the body are moved independently and layered to make a unity. Every part of your body will participate, from your toes to your fingertips, your head and your heart, as you develop body awareness and coordination. COURSE CODE: BELL

Sec. 01: 6 Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 21 | $138

FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE CRAZE Shakur, Disha Sharma, Jim Spellman Dance Instructors Try something new! The Friday Night Dance Craze has four different type dances for you to experience with master teachers. Join us for one evening or for all four. No partners or dance background necessary. C O U R S E C O D E : F DA N

SALSA

Sec. 01: 1 Friday, 7:30-9:30pm. Jan. 17 | $17 BOLLYWOOD

Sec. 02: 1 Friday, 7:30-9:30pm. Feb. 7 | $17 BELLY DANCING

Sec. 03: 1 Friday, 7:30-9:30pm. Feb. 21 | $17 DISCO

Sec. 04: 1 Friday, 7:30-9:30pm. Mar. 7 | $17 FULL SERIES

Sec. 05: all 4 Fridays, 7:30-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $60

EXPLORING AFFECT IN INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC NEW Asako Takeuchi Violinist Have you ever heard music that reminds you of a painting or poetry? Almost always, instrumental music tells a story through harmony, musical rhetoric, and symbolism. In addition to listening to western classical music — composers such as Biber, Bach, Handel, and Berlioz — we will explore poetry and iconography to illuminate the affects in music. COURSE CODE: AFFC

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays and 2 Tuesdays (Jan. 21 & Feb. 18), 3-5pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $188

INTIMATE MUSIC: DISCOVERING THE STRING QUARTET NEW Bryn Digney Violinist Is there anything more emblematic of classical music than the string quartet? Since its development in the 18th century, this intimate form has delighted audiences everywhere from the private salons of European royalty to the heavily censored concert halls of Stalinist Russia. We will explore iconic masterpieces and hidden gems of the string quartet literature. Lecture/class discussion will be supplemented with guided listening designed to get the most of these compact masterworks. COURSE CODE: DISQ

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 21 | $180

THE OPERAS OF THE 19TH CENTURY NEW Justin Mueller Musicologist

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A series of revolutions swept the European continent in the mid-19th century, bringing with them a distinctly modern geo-political landscape and the rise of nationalistic sentiment and pride. We will explore how the effects of this newfound patriotism found its way into the operatic medium and the vast changes that took place in the world of operatic composition. Our study will include major works by Rossini, Puccini, Wagner, Meyerbeer, Bizet, and Mussorgsky. COURSE CODE: OPRA TBC

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 3-5pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $202

INTRODUCTION TO SONIC TEXTURES Zachary Katz Electronics Engineer Jason Sanford Performer, Instrument Builder & Musician Learn the fundamentals of analog electronics for the production of sound in this fast-paced, accessible course on building your own devices. Hands-on projects will teach you the basics of reading circuit diagrams, assembling and soldering circuits, and general trouble shooting. Tuition includes the cost of a beginner’s electronic toolkit. COURSE CODE: SNIC

Sec. 01: 3 Saturdays, 9am-12pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $152

PERFORMING ARTS: MUSIC

ANALOG INSTRUMENT DESIGN WORKSHOP

WOMEN’S CHORUS FOR BEGINNERS

Zachary Katz Electronics Engineer Jason Sanford Performer, Instrument Builder & Musician

Sophie Michaux Musician & Teacher, sophiemichaux.com

Build your own unique, self-designed electronic device after learning the principles of performance and sound. You can bring in outside circuit designs or explore creative circuit design with the instructors. You will enjoy a lot of open-workshop time to get help with your projects, which will be increasingly self-directed. Basic soldering and bread boarding experience, along with familiarity with part names and functions, is required; “Introduction to Sonic Textures” is strongly recommended as a prerequisite. Tuition includes the cost of starter materials. COURSE CODE: SNIK

Sec. 01: 7 Saturdays, 9am-12pm. Begins Feb. 8 | $216

PRACTICAL MUSIC THEORY Jared Hettrick Composer & Vocalist Come learn the nuts and bolts of how music is structured. Our emphasis will be on understanding scales, chord structures, and musical vocabulary. We will also learn how to analyze a piece of music (regardless of genre) in ways that help us better appreciate or perform the work. In addition to better understanding the notes on a written page, we will also interact and engage in musical discussions utilizing the descriptive and intuitive powers we already possess. COURSE CODE: MUTH

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 4-5:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $180

MUSIC AT FIRST SIGHT: SOLFEGE FOR BEGINNERS Sophie Michaux Musician & Teacher, sophiemichaux.com Written music might seem intimidating, but when you have the keys that demystify a musical score, the fun of reading music opens to you. Be a more confident musician in your choir or instrumental group, write down a tune you heard and want to remember, write your own music down, or simply appreciate music in different way. We will learn the basics of musical notation (rhythms, names of the notes, clefs, keys, etc.) and apply them in a practical and musical manner. COURSE CODE: SOLF

BEGINNER

Sec. 01: 9 Mondays, 8:15-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $165 ADVANCED BEGINNER

Sec. 02: 10 Thursdays, 4:30-5:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $168

BEGINNING VOICE Anney Barrett M.M., Longy School of Music Sophie Michaux Musician & Teacher, sophiemichaux.com If you can carry a tune, but aren’t sure just where you are going with it, this is your class. Come learn better breath control, build vocal power, produce a pleasing tone, stretch your range, and sing without tension. We’ll be working with folk songs to illustrate basic principles of singing. Advanced Beginner is for those who have taken this class before or who have had some voice lessons in the past.

COURSE CODE: CHOR

Sec. 01: 9 Mondays, 3:15-4:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $184

SHOWER SINGING IN PUBLIC Deborah Gruber Voice & Piano Teacher, B.M., M.M., easypianostyles.com Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have the confidence to perform a solo in your church or community choir or sing with your friends at a party without that familiar fear of embarrassing yourself? Learn to overcome your inhibitions through fun exercises, games, props, and lively activity. We will explore your unique instrument within. You are going to be pleasantly surprised! COURSE CODE: SHOS

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-1pm. Feb. 1 | $65

UKULELE FOR THE ALMOST MUSICAL Danno Sullivan Ukulele Enthusiast What’s easier to get started on than other string instruments, but full of music and fun? The ukulele! Big in the ’20s and bigger in the ’60s, the uke is again the instrument of choice for great-sounding, portable music. Join us to learn the basics quickly and start playing songs. Simple chords and a focus on interesting strumming techniques mean that you’ll sound great after just one class, and you’ll soon have a repertoire ranging from modern pop to Tin Pan Alley. COURSE CODE: UKEL

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:45-7:15pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190

INSTANT PIANO FOR HOPELESSLY BUSY PEOPLE Deborah Gruber Voice & Piano Teacher, B.M., M.M., easypianostyles.com Experience the joy of playing piano without the years of weekly lessons. Typical piano lessons teach you note reading, but piano professionals use chords. Learn all the chords needed to play any pop song. We’ll cover how to construct major, minor, and seventh chords; practice and memorize chords; get away from reading music and start making music; and transpose a song into your key, play a song by ear, and accompany yourself singing. COURSE CODE: INPI

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 2-5pm. Feb. 1 | $65

BASIC BLUES & BOOGIE-WOOGIE PIANO Thomas Jesser Musician

COURSE CODE: VPBM

Join us for a fun introduction to blues and boogie-woogie for the piano! We’ll start with the basics: scales, chord qualities and voicings, and the essential chord progressions. Then we’ll learn the common left-hand bassline patterns and right-hand comping patterns in various rhythmic styles, including march, swing, shuffle, and New Orleans. We’ll work our way up to right-hand soloing by the end of the course. Prior experience on the piano is helpful.

BEGINNER

C O U R S E C O D E : B L BW

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 8-9pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $168 Sec. 02: 10 Thursdays, 2-3pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $168 ADVANCED BEGINNER

Sec. 03: 10 Thursdays, 3:15-4:15pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $168

Experience the satisfying joy of singing together: Your own unique voice part of something even bigger. Together, we will explore different repertoires: traditional folk songs, jazz arrangements, Renaissance polyphony, world music, and more. Singing experience is not required.

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Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $180

PERFORMING ARTS: MUSIC

UKULELE WINTER WORKSHOPS: A SATURDAY SERIES FOR STRING STRUMMERS Danno Sullivan, Ukulele Enthusiast

You’ve learned to play the ukulele — or have you? Have you reached the notorious plateau: you’re not bad, but you know you could be better? Here is a series of fast-n-fun ukulele workshops to help you take a big step forward and learn some very specific skills that will make you a better, more confident, and having-more-fun ukulele player.

MOVEABLE CHORDS: YOUR LOVEABLE FRIENDS Prepare to have both your fingers and your mind stretched. Once you understand the idea of moveable chords, you can play songs up and down neck, searching for the perfect voicing to make your song “just right.” You’ll gain an almost mechanical understanding of how chords fit together, and be able to switch instantly into any key. COURSE CODE: LELE

Sec. 03: 1 Saturday, 10am-12pm. Feb. 1 | $30

TAB: IS IT CHEATING? OR IS IT READING? Even if you read standard music, there is a time and place for tab. Tablature can give uke players very specific information about which string, which finger, which chord, and which note to play at any given time. It’s a quick way to learn a song that you don’t already know. We’ll cover everything you need while learning some great songs that use tabs. COURSE CODE: LELE

Sec. 04: 1 Saturday, 10am-12pm. Feb. 8 | $30

BASIC MELODY PLAYING Your uke is great for a strummy, rhythmic accompaniment, but does that mean you’re stuck in the corner playing back-up for some show-off lead instrument? No! You’ve just got to play the lead yourself! You’ll get a solid introduction to playing melody while still playing the chords — quite a trick. It sounds great and it’s fun, too! Both “Tab” and “Moveable Chords” (see above) are useful foundations, but not prerequisites. COURSE CODE: LELE

Sec. 05: 1 Saturday, 10am-12pm. Feb. 15 | $30

LET’S JAM! PICKING ON THE UKULELE Strumming is by the far the most common way to play, and there’s nothing wrong with that… until you get sick of it. You can add huge variety and detail to your playing with some simple (and some tricky) finger-picking techniques. COURSE CODE: LELE

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-12pm. Jan. 18 | $30

INTROS & OUTROS Discover fancy-pants tricks to make your songs sound like songs. Learn a bunch of these today, then mix and match them to create your own. Finger-picking skills (see above) are useful, but not required.

Uke players tend to be a social bunch, and there’s nothing more social than an impromptu jam. Of course, like any gathering there are techniques for communication, wise choice of songs, playing along with a song you don’t know, and the question of blending in or standing out. We’ll cover all this, while actually having a jam! “Moveable Chords” knowledge (see above) is useful, but not required. COURSE CODE: LELE

Sec. 07: 1 Saturday, 10am-12pm. Feb 22 | $30

FULL SERIES – DISCOUNTED PRICE! COURSE CODE: LELE

Sec. 08: 6 Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $160

COURSE CODE: LELE

Sec. 02: 1 Saturday, 10am-12pm. Jan. 25 | $30

PERFORMING ARTS: MUSIC

PIANO FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS (ADVANCED BEGINNER) NEW Seychelle Dunn Teaching Artist Designed for those who have completed “Piano for Adult Beginners (Level 3),” this class offers you the chance to learn songs for celebrations, weddings, and holidays. Impress your family and friends with your new piano skills! We will also learn some group songs to play with a buddy. COURSE CODE: PSPC

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190

INTRODUCTION TO BLUES HARMONICA Thomas Jesser Musician We’ll start by playing a single note cleanly, then move on to bending, warbling, vibrato, and octave playing. The common positions for playing in different keys will be covered, and diagrams illustrating the note layout of a basic ten-hole diatonic “blues harp” will be provided. We’ll also take a look at the styles of the most influential players, including Sonny Boys, Little Walter, Big Walter, Charlie Musselwhite, and Jimmy Reed. COURSE CODE: HARM

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 8-9pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $159

BEGINNING SAXOPHONE Seychelle Dunn Teaching Artist

PIANO FOR ADULT BEGINNERS Seychelle Dunn Teaching Artist Have you always wanted to learn the piano? Well this course will have you playing piano in no time! You will learn how to read music in two clefs painlessly as well as play music using both hands simultaneously by the end of the course. Level 1 is for the absolute beginner. Level 2 is for those who can play two hands together and read the grand staff. Level 3 is for those who are ready to play short beginner pieces. Level 4 is for those who want to start their piano library. COURSE CODE: PIAN

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 5-6:30pm. Begins Jan. 14, | $190 Sec. 02: 10 Tuesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 03: 10 Wednesdays, 5-6:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 Sec. 04: 10 Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 BEGINNER LEVEL 3

Sec. 05: 10 Tuesdays, 6:30-8pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 BEGINNER LEVEL 4

Sec. 06: 10 Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190

We’ll start with the basics of alto or tenor saxophone, and you’ll finish the class with a working knowledge of the instrument as well as repertoire to continue building your saxophone skills. We will work in a group on embouchure building; breathing techniques; finger dexterity; scales; warm ups; and some pieces that will be shared with family, friends, and loved ones in the final class concert. C O U R S E C O D E : S A XO

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 5-6:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $190

FLUTE FOR BEGINNERS (LEVEL 1) Sarah Paysnick Flutist Do you have an old flute lying around and wish you could play it? Maybe you studied in grade school but then life got in the way? Get back into shape with warm-ups, etudes, and fun solos by famous composers! We will end the final class with a recital for your friends and family. COURSE CODE: FLUT

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 5:45-6:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $159

FLUTE FOR ADVANCED BEGINNERS (LEVEL 2) NEW Sarah Paysnick Flutist A continuation of “Flute for Beginners (Level 1)”, this class will focus on etudes and tone exercises and learning new pieces from the popular classical repertoire. If you played in high school and just need help getting back in shape, this class is for you! The final class will end with a recital for your friends and family. C O U R S E C O D E : F L UA

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 7:45-8:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $159

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PERFORMING ARTS: MUSIC

BEGINNING RECORDER

NAKED CHORDS! (GUITAR 1) NEW

John Tyson Performer & Teacher, Renaissonics.com

Chris Brenne Musician & Composer; B.A., Berklee College of Music

The recorder is the most played instrument in the world. Its enchanting tone and huge repertoire of early, classical, popular, and world music styles make it popular with amateurs and professionals and its ergonomic design allows players with no previous experience to instantly discover a great variety of sounds and creative possibilities. Beginner Level 2 is for those with a basic knowledge of recorder who are familiar with most notes in the upper and lower registers.

So you want to play the guitar? Play the latest and greatest or some old classics? Strum and sing? Join us to establish a firm knowledge of the basic chords and strumming styles so you can apply them to the songs you want to play. We’ll play songs in class, gradually putting the chords together in progressions, while dissecting what makes it easier to move between them. We will cover rhythm, time signatures, tablature, and reading chord symbols alongside lyrics.

COURSE CODE: RECD

C O U R S E C O D E : N KC D

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:35-7pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $205

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190 BEGINNER LEVEL 2

Sec. 02: 10 Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $190

ABCS OF VIOLIN FOR THE ABSOLUTE BEGINNER

EASY SONGS FOR GUITAR (GUITAR 2) NEW Chris Brenne Musician& Composer; B.A., Berklee College of Music

Have you always wanted to play the violin but thought it too difficult? Or have you previously studied violin and wish to take it up again? Have fun playing popular folk, classical, fiddle tunes, and duets, while focusing on correct posture, basic music reading, and rhythm.

In this class for people who have taken “Guitar 1” or equivalent, we will dissect a few songs into chord progressions and smaller pieces that we practice, put together as a whole again, and learn to comfortably perform as a whole. Our goal is to feel confident with all the basic chords, including bar chords. There will be lots of strumming, but also some finger-picking and an introduction to playing melodic things. We’ll also go over tablature, chord diagrams (again), and rhythmic notation.

COURSE CODE: VIOL

COURSE CODE: E ASO

Sec. 01: 7 Wednesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 15. Final session will be a 10th Anniversary Celebration on Mar. 15, 10:30am-12:30pm | $180

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 7-8:25pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $205

Janice Tucker Rhoda Professor & Author, abcsofstrings.com/jtrbio.html

CELLO FOR BEGINNERS

LUSCIOUS LICKS & RIFFS REVEALED (GUITAR 3) NEW

Cynthia Forbes Cellist & Teacher

Chris Brenne Musician & Composer; B.A., Berklee College of Music

Said to be the instrument closest to the human voice, the cello is remarkably natural to play. Come learn basic music reading and counting skills, bowing and fingering techniques, a variety of classical and folk melodies, and cello history. We’ll end the course with a cello party. Advanced Beginner is for those who have previously taken this course or who have studied cello in the past; Intermediate is open to those who have completed Advanced Beginner or with permission of the instructor.

Have you been strumming stuff for a few months, years, or eons? Feel stuck? Come explore a bunch of common and not-so-common chord progressions, riffs, and licks. You’ll be introduced to descending and ascending chord progressions with bass lines and bass movement, blues, finger-picking styles, solo and riff/lick scales, melodic playing, and a rough outline of how the fretboard works and how it will help you find shortcuts to new things.

COURSE CODE: CELO

COURSE CODE: RIFF

BEGINNER

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 8:25-9:50pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $205

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $202 ADVANCED BEGINNER

Sec. 02: 10 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $202 INTERMEDIATE

Sec. 03: 10 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $202

GUITAR FOR BEGINNERS Matthew Wright Guitarist & Lutenist, matthewpatrickwright.com Learn the basics of playing guitar. We will cover all the bases: all open position chords, easy strum and finger-picking patterns, basic notation, and tablature. You’ll be introduced to music through playing simple melodies, gradually advancing. Beginner level is for those with little or no experience; Advanced Beginner is for those who have previously taken this course or who have studied guitar in the past. COURSE CODE: GTFB

BEGINNER

Sec. 01: 7 Wednesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $162 ADVANCED BEGINNER

Sec. 02: 7 Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $162

COMPUTERS

FACEBOOK FOR BEGINNERS Margaret Muckenhoupt

HOW TO USE YOUR SMARTPHONE Margaret Muckenhoupt You have a smartphone; now use it to its full potential. Learn how to set up your phone on WiFi networks, install and organize apps, set up email, and take and edit and send photos. You’ll learn some of the hidden features that will make using your smartphone more pleasant and productive. COURSE CODE: SMRT

Your children and grandchildren use Facebook, today’s most ubiquitous social networking website, to stay in touch and share life events with each other. Learn how to use Facebook to connect with family and friends, keep in touch, and share memories. This course is taught in a lab with both PCs and Macs, so you can learn on whichever system you are most comfortable using. You should be comfortable using a web browser. COURSE CODE: FCBK

Sec. 01: 2 Fridays, 3-5pm. Begins Mar. 14 | $110

IPHONE (3G, 4, 4S, 5)

Sec. 01: 2 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 24 | $80 ANDROID

Sec. 02: 2 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Mar. 10 | $80

HOW TO USE YOUR iPAD See CCAE.org for instructor Bring your iPad or iPad Mini to class and learn how to leverage the powerful technology inside. Set up your iPad to work with wireless networks and 3G, download and organize apps, and adjust the iPad’s settings to best suit your style. All versions of the iPad will be covered. C O U R S E C O D E : I PA D

BASIC MAC SKILLS Susan Franz Principal Designer, Miraweb Design So you’ve got a Mac, and naturally you love it. But you want to do more with it. We’ll explore the strengths of a Mac computer, including making files and folders, security basics, accessing the Internet, and fundamentals of e-mail. If you want to get the most out of your Mac (and your children won’t help you anymore) this is the class for you! No previous computer experience is required. C O U R S E C O D E : M AC B

Sec. 01: 3 Tuesdays, 12:30-2:30pm. Begins Mar. 4 | $140

Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $80

GETTING STARTED WITH GOOGLE DRIVE Google Drive is a cloud service that backs up your files and keeps them constantly accessible on any device. Learn how to set up Google Drive on your desktop, tablet, and phone, and learn how to access and edit your files even when you’re away from home and phone. C O U R S E C O D E : G D RV

Sec. 01: 2 Wednesdays, 3-5pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $120

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COMPUTERS

SKYPING & VIDEO CHATS FOR BEGINNERS Margaret Muckenhoupt Want to video chat with distant family, friends abroad, or children at college? Learn how to set up your desktop, laptop, or tablet to get started with video conferencing. Learn to troubleshoot problems and what to do to improve bad connections. Multiple video chat platforms will be covered, including Skype, Google Hangout, and FaceTime. COURSE CODE: SK YP

Sec. 01: 2 Fridays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 31 | $80

BASIC WINDOWS SKILLS Susan Franz Principal Designer, Miraweb Design You may feel comfortable writing a quick email or searching for a great restaurant but still be mystified by the many other things your computer can do. Join us to learn how to manage files and folders, master the basics to keep your computer secure and healthy, work with email attachments, and know what to do when your kids won’t help you any more. What happens in computer class stays in computer class. COURSE CODE: WNDO

Sec. 01: 3 Tuesdays, 12:30-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $140 Sec. 02: 3 Tuesdays, 3-5pm. Begins Mar. 4 | $140

POWER UP YOUR GOOGLE FU Susan Franz Principal Designer, Miraweb Design Of course you can search. You may have a calendar and you’ve seen your house from space — but do you know what else Google can do? We explore the hidden nooks and crannies of the Googlesphere from historical books and new scholarly articles to making a simple web site and 3-D modeling. After exploring Google Trends and Google Drive, we’ll tour Google’s fun and clever “Easter eggs” and even take a virtual walk through world heritage sites. COURSE CODE: GOFU

Sec. 01: 2 Tuesdays, 3-5pm. Begins Feb. 18 | $120

BUYING & SELLING ON EBAY Tracy Marks Windweaver Training and Counseling We will briefly survey the variety of online auctions, then learn how to successfully buy and sell on eBay, the world’s largest auction. Buying tips will include searching for items, researching, and bidding. Selling tips will cover creating and submitting listings, using photos, timing, auction management, financial transactions, shipping, and handling non-responsive buyers. An important focus will be participating in the self-policing community-building feedback system of eBay. You will also learn how to sell on Amazon Marketplace. C O U R S E C O D E : I N AU

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10:30am-4:30pm. Mar. 15 | $112

POWERPOINT 2007 Tracy Marks Windweaver Training and Counseling Learn to use PowerPoint, the premier presentation software program, which comes with Microsoft Office. This hands-on workshop will teach you how to design a slideshow; create layouts and master templates; and add text, images, charts, and graphs. You also will learn to work with transitions and animations, as well as set up your slideshow for a self-running or timed presentation. This course is taught on the PC.

BUILDING WEBSITES & BLOGGING WITH WORDPRESS Joseph Guarino Senior Consultant & Owner, Evolutionary IT Have you ever wanted to build a website or a blog? WordPress is one of the most powerful, popular, and easy-to-use blogging and contentmanagement systems available. You can build almost anything from a personal or business website to an online newspaper with hundreds of contributors, and everything in between. Join us for a quick overview of this powerful software and learn what it can do for you. Basic computer skills and Internet literacy are required. COURSE CODE: WRDP

BEGINNER

Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Feb. 27 | $100 ADVANCED BEGINNER

Sec. 02: 4 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $200

WEB DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT: FROM CONCEPT TO FINISH Susan Franz Principal Designer, Miraweb Design Walk through the process of conceptualizing, and implementing, interfaces built for the web. We will go over how to set up a website from scratch, using basic mockup tools from pencil sketches to graphics emulators. By the end of the course, you will have built a website containing interface elements created with HTML and Cascading Style Sheets. A basic understanding of how to operate computers and file management is required. COURSE CODE: UICF

Sec. 01: 6 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 28 | $255 Sec. 02: 6 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 27 | $255

DYNAMIC WEBSITES WITH PHP & MYSQL Ariadne Ross PMP & Network Administrator Do you want to build a website that is more than just a static page? A dynamic website with a database behind it to give your site some real oomph? This interactive, non-threatening, and fun project-based class is for you! We will learn how to configure and use the relational MySQL database and the PHP scripting language, how these things work, and how to use them. We will then move onto developing real sites. Some basic knowledge of HTML and spreadsheets is preferred. COURSE CODE: PHPM

Sec. 01: 9 Saturdays, 12:30-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 25 | $230

DYNAMIC WEBSITES WITH PHP & MYSQL, PART 2 Ariadne Ross PMP & Network Administrator This hands-on, interactive class builds on “Dynamic Websites with PHP & MySQL,” where we learned how to code PHP programs and interact with MySQL databases. In this class, we’ll delve into Object-Oriented Programming with PHP; master working with form data, cookies, and sessions; work with file uploads and image files; and set up secure ecommerce websites. Prerequisite: “Dynamic Websites with PHP & MySQL” or equivalent experience. COURSE CODE: PHPN

Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $260

COURSE CODE: PPNT

Sec. 01: 3 Mondays, 6:15-9:15pm. Begins Mar. 3 | $220

COMPUTERS

INTRO TO LINUX: FROM UNIX TO BEDROCK

PHOTOSHOP PART II

Ariadne Ross PMP & Network Administrator

Tracy Marks Windweaver Training and Counseling

Unshackled from corporate control and the product of the collaboration of brilliant minds, Linux is a free operating system that can be installed on almost any computer. Since Linux is generally regarded as more difficult to install and learn than Mac or Windows, we thought an intro course might be helpful. This course will cover the installation, configuration, and use of multiple flavors (a.k.a. “distributions”) of Linux. COURSE CODE: LINX

Starting with a review of basic skills taught in PHPC, we will focus on creating more effective images for desktop publishing, print, and the web. Learn to use layers, creative typography, filters, masks, and channels. Improve your color correction skills and discover the power of actions to automate Photoshop tasks. You should be experienced with basic Photoshop tools, especially the lasso, magic wand, clone stamp, healing brush, and color correction techniques. This course is taught on the PC.

Sec. 01: 9 Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 25 | $180

COURSE CODE: PHPT

Sec. 01: 2 Sundays, 12:30-4:30pm. Begins Mar. 9 | $212

INTRO TO BUILDING WORDPRESS THEMES See CCAE.org for instructor

ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR

You’re a designer, web developer, or code-savvy individual who’s comfortable with WordPress, and you’re ready to build your own custom theme. This class will cover the basics of theme-building, including setting up a local testing environment, the anatomy of a theme, an overview of helpful frameworks, guided instruction on basic theme build-out, and helpful tools to make your project a success.

Tracy Marks Windweaver Training and Counseling

COURSE CODE: WRCT

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $150

PROCESSING Anthony Montuori M.F.A.; Artist & Video Game Maker Processing is the programming language of artists. Easy to read and write and requiring next to nothing in terms of technical background, Processing is the foundation for the quick creation of experimental interactive art and animation. In this project-based class, we’ll learn to write clean code to produce stunning works of art using color and sound. More importantly, this class will give you the foundation to explore code/art throughout the rest of your life. Programming experience is not expected. COURSE CODE: RE AS

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $200

BEGINNING 3-D MODELING WITH BLENDER Susan Franz Principal Designer, Miraweb Design Use the free, powerful, cross-platform software Blender to construct and animate 3-D models. We’ll use primitives, NURBS, and meshes to construct complex geometry and topography. You will leave with a flash drive full of models, including a detailed model of a human or animal complete with a simple armature. COURSE CODE: 3DBL

Sec. 01: 3 Tuesdays, 12:30-2:30pm. Begins Feb. 11 | $110

BEGINNING ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Tracy Marks Windweaver Training and Counseling In this hands-on introduction to image manipulation and editing using Photoshop, you will learn to prepare, alter, and improve images using tools such as the lasso, magic wand, color picker, clone tool, and healing brush. Lessons and practice exercises will include selecting, converting, and resizing images; correcting color; retouching; creating type; working with layers; and using basic web graphics. Basic computer skills are required, but no imaging experience is necessary. This course is taught on the PC. COURSE CODE: PHPC

Sec. 01: 5 Mondays, 6:15-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $255 Sec. 02: 4 Mondays, 12:30-4:30pm. Begins Feb. 24 | $255

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Adobe Illustrator CS6 is the state-of-the-art program for creating and editing illustrations and type. In this hands-on workshop for beginners, we will use the pen tool to create lines and curves; make shapes; apply fills and strokes; and work with color, gradients, and transparency. You will learn to use layers, design creative type, trace photographs, and make 3-D images. No prior graphic or artistic experience is necessary. This course is taught on the PC. COURSE CODE: ILUS

Sec. 01: 3 Mondays, 12:30-4:30pm. Begins Jan. 27 | $200

QUICK INTRODUCTION: HTML5 ANIMATION WITH ADOBE EDGE Susan Franz Principal Designer, Miraweb Design With the HTML5 Canvas element, you can now produce beautiful animations directly on a webpage. Animations can be hand-coded, but Adobe’s new Edge Tools & Services enables the creation of elegant web experiences with just a light touch, in a timeline-based environment much like that of Flash. Explore the capabilities of Adobe’s newest tool for HTML5 animation for the web and mobile devices, Edge Animate. You should be familiar with timeline-based animation editors, such as Adobe Flash. COURSE CODE: AEDG

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 12:30-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 23 | $130

ALTERNATIVES TO PHOTOSHOP & ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE Ruby Fevrier Photoshop and the Adobe Creative Suite are expensive, and you probably don’t need the entirety of their vast feature sets. We will sample, review, and learn how to operate some of the best free and inexpensive image editing, vector drawing, and print design software. By the end of the course, you should have a clear picture of which programs you’ll employ in your own creative workflow. C O U R S E C O D E : A LT C

Sec. 01: 2 Saturdays, 2:45-4:45pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $80

INTRODUCTION TO INDESIGN Susan Franz Principal Designer, Miraweb Design Knowledge of InDesign CS6 is essential for anyone working with typography and layout. Learn to produce professional publications while exploring and working with this remarkable software. Basic computer skills are required, and some knowledge of Photoshop is recommended. COURSE CODE: INDN

Sec. 01: 3 Tuesdays, 3-5pm. Begins Jan. 28 | $160 Sec. 02: 3 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Mar. 11 | $160

INDESIGN INTERMEDIATE Susan Franz Principal Designer, Miraweb Design If you know how to place images into documents, save character and paragraphs styles, and package a document for printing, you may be ready to take the second course in our InDesign series! We will review basic techniques and learn more sophisticated ways of handling larger documents, including working with multiple masters, deftly numbering pages, designing a table of contents, auto-flowing text, and exporting content for online development. COURSE CODE: INDD

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 3-5pm. Begins Feb. 27 | $170

PERSONAL FINANCE & INVESTING PERSONAL FINANCE & INVESTING

INTERACTIVE INDESIGN DOCUMENTS

THE PRINCIPLES OF INVESTING

Susan Franz Principal Designer, Miraweb Design

Stephen Batzell CFA & Principal, Abacus Financial Advisors

Explore InDesign’s latest features for e-publishing and animated effects. InDesign’s enhanced interactive toolkit lets you quickly create interactive photo galleries, portfolios, and animations and export them to rich media environments such as tablets, interactive PDFs, and the web.

Understand the essentials of investing from the basic building blocks — stocks, bonds, mutual funds, hedge funds, exchange traded funds, and real estate investment trusts — and gain valuable skills for analyzing current investor opportunities. We will examine the relationship between risk and reward, combining taxable and tax-free investing, retirement planning, and successful wealth accumulation/preservation strategies. Finally, we’ll debate the elements of investment strategies from such leaders as Warren Buffett, Benjamin Graham, and Sir John Templeton.

COURSE CODE: IIDD

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 3-5pm. Feb. 20 | $80

QUICKBOOKS PRO Deanna Tavares QuickBooks Certified Pro-Advisor Ninety percent of small- to mid-sized businesses choose Quickbooks to keep their day-to-day operations in top shape. Whether you are looking for a job in accounting, finance, or administration — or you plan to launch your own small business — QuickBooks can help. Not just accounting software, QuickBooks can manage your inventory, payroll, and much more. Learn the basics in this introductory course and leave with a well-rounded, functioning knowledge of this powerful software. COURSE CODE: QKBK

Sec. 01: 3 Sundays, 12:30-4:30pm. Begins Jan. 26 | $230

COURSE CODE: PINV

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $180

SPENDING, SAVING & BORROWING: DEVELOPING HEALTHY MONEY HABITS Jimmy Becker M.B.A., Yale School of Management This course is designed for 20- and 30-somethings who want to improve their financial literacy and decision-making skills. We’ll address developing personal financial statements such as a budget, habituating healthy spending and saving habits, and taxes. We’ll also tackle understanding financial institutions — including credit scores, credit reports, and borrowing money — and challenges associated with student loan repayment. COURSE CODE: SSAB

Sec. 01: 2 Mondays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Mar. 10 | $70

OVERVIEW OF INVESTMENT CONCEPTS Rod Laurenz Financial Advisor, laurenzfinancial.com Don’t know the difference between a stock and a bond? Confused about mutual funds and your 401k? We’ll clarify the basic information you need to know about investing, how to ensure you’re properly diversified, and why all your money shouldn’t be in your bank account. You’ll learn the most important concepts you need to make investment decisions and how to avoid common pitfalls. COURSE CODE: OOIC

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 1-5pm. Mar. 1 | $82

PERSONAL FINANCE & INVESTING

SAVING FOR RETIREMENT

NAVIGATING THE STOCK MARKET

Jimmy Becker M.B.A., Yale School of Management

Debra Stotler CMT, CFP & SVP, Investments, Moors and Cabot, Inc.

Whether you’re starting out your career or you’re nearing or entering retirement, join us to focus on how to achieve a financially secure retirement. We’ll address different retirement plan structures (401ks and IRAs, Roth versus Traditional), Social Security, annuities, how much you need to save each paycheck and in total, how and where to invest your savings, taking risk, and how to minimize fees.

Understanding the basics of the stock market is necessary for any investor. Learn about stocks, bonds and mutual funds, ETFs, and when they are appropriate investments. Explore dividends, types of equity orders, earnings, P/E ratios, book value, and financial statements. Understand the difference between an investor and a trader, and the different types of markets. Learn about the Federal Reserve, how it affects the market, and basic economic indicators. Understand how different types of accounts fit in basic financial planning.

C O U R S E C O D E : S AV R

Sec. 01: 2 Mondays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Mar. 24 | $65

COURSE CODE: STCK

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS OF THE STOCK MARKET

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $115

Debra Stotler CMT, CFP & SVP, Investments, Moors and Cabot, Inc.

TRADING WITH OPTIONS

Whether you’re a beginner or intermediate investor, this class will introduce you the technical side of trading. Learn the basics of chart analysis and gain a better understanding of trading in the stock market. We’ll focus on different types of charts, Dow Theory, trend lines and channels, moving averages, momentum oscillators, and Elliot Wave Theory. We’ll also cover market sentiment, inter-market analysis, and most important, how to determine when and what to buy, hold, or sell.

Debra Stotler CMT, CFP & SVP, Investments, Moors and Cabot, Inc.

COURSE CODE: TECH

In times of extreme market volatility, options are a good option for both beginners and seasoned investors. We’ll explain what options are, how they trade in relation to their underlying stock, their worth, and when to use them. You will learn the basics as well as conservative strategies, covered calls, spreads, strangles, and other simple combinations. We also will cover risk management, volatility, timing, and optimizing reward.

Sec. 01: 7 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $162

COURSE CODE: TRWO

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 25 | $115

LANDLORD/TENANT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES Joe Carreiro J.D., nakataconsulting.org Explore the practices and pitfalls of beginning, maintaining, and ending a landlord-tenant relationship. Whether you are a tenant or a landlord, learn about the legal rights and responsibilities of both sides. Become acquainted with the applications, receipts, notices, codes, regulations, and resources available to all parties, so that you know where, when, and how to react to common and uncommon landlord/tenant scenarios.

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT 101 Eric Berke Real Estate Developer

C O U R S E C O D E : L AT E

Growing your own portfolio of multifamily properties is a great way to build wealth and achieve financial security. There are better opportunities in the market today than we have seen in many years due to historically low interest rates and high rents. Join us for an exciting introduction to real estate investment in a Q&A format. You’ll learn where to look for property; how to analyze it, finance it, manage it, and convert it to condos.

Sec. 01: 2 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 27 | $80

COURSE CODE: REIN

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 1-4pm. Mar. 2 | $65

HOW TO BUY A CONDO & WHY IT MAKES SENSE FOR YOU

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Lauren S. Holleran Vice-President, Hammond Real Estate

online at CCAE.org!

Are you interested in purchasing a condominium but uncertain about the process? Join a veteran realtor to learn about the lifecycle of a condominium purchase, from the beginning of the search to the handing over of the keys. Guest speakers will include an attorney and an inspector. You will emerge confident and ready to tackle the real estate market! COURSE CODE: CNDO

Sec. 01: 3 Wednesdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $95

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BUSINESS & WORKPLACE SKILLS BUSINESS & WORKPLACE SKILLS INTRODUCTION TO BOOKKEEPING Susan Fiedler Small Business Bookkeeper This class is designed for small-business owners — both current and future. We will cover key concepts including single- and double-entry bookkeeping, trial balance, income statement, balance sheets, and ledgers. We will investigate available software options and explore when it makes sense to hire someone else to do this work for you (and how to manage that) versus doing it yourself. We will also touch on the distinctions between bookkeeping and accounting. COURSE CODE: BKKP

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $152 Sec. 02: 6 Saturdays, 2-3:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $143

FINANCE FOR NON-FINANCIAL MANAGERS & ENTREPRENEURS Mel Epstein CEO, cambridgebusinessstrategies.com In this course designed for those who have never studied finance or who want a review of key financial concepts, you will learn how to financially diagnose the health of a company. We’ll explore how to use financial ratios, prepare a business plan, understand time value of money, prepare budgets, project income and cash flow statements, raise venture capital, assess the feasibility of a proposed business venture, and measure the rate of return on investments. COURSE CODE: FINN

TIME MANAGEMENT & OVERCOMING PROCRASTINATION Mel Epstein CEO, cambridgebusinessstrategies.com Discover the four key elements of a successful time management system: master list, calendar, tickler file, and projected daily lists. We will discuss the secrets to beating procrastination, as well as eliminating clutter, minimizing interruptions, accurately estimating the time it takes to do things, breaking down large tasks into smaller components, implementing a portable system, and more. You’ll be able to apply your new system using whatever medium works best for you: paper forms, a PDA, or computer software. COURSE CODE: TMOP

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 2-5pm. Feb. 15 | $65

BUILDING A BUZZ: USING SOCIAL MEDIA AS A MARKETING TOOL Joseph Guarino Senior Consultant & Owner, Evolutionary IT With such a vast audience, social media outlets such as Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Twitter have tremendous potential to help sell your product, service, or personal brand. They also can enable you to both expand your customer base and connect with customers in new ways. Discover the many possibilities that exist at the intersection of business and social media, and learn how to become more profitable and productive in the process. COURSE CODE: BUZZ

Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Feb. 13 | $80

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 2-5pm. Jan. 25 | $80

BUSINESS & WORKPLACE SKILLS

WHY DOESN’T ANYONE “LIKE” MY FACEBOOK FAN PAGE? Lisa Kalner Williams Social Media Consultant, Sierra Tierra Marketing Have you set up your fan page on Facebook, told your friends about it, started to post, and yet are hearing nothing but crickets? Join us to uncover whether your fan page attracts or repels new fans. We’ll then cover how to get a handle on your fan page content and how the frequency and type of posts can energize your fan base. We’ll also discuss targeted Facebook advertising, effective Facebook contests, and why “likes” aren’t the sole indicator of success. COURSE CODE: LIKE

STARTING YOUR OWN IMPORT BUSINESS John Curran President, Curran Associates International Join us for an introduction to the lucrative business of importing. Discover how to locate products overseas, pay foreign suppliers without financial risk, set up international transportation and documentation, and meet U.S. Customs regulations. You’ll also learn about thousands of products from around the world, many of which are not currently on the U.S. market. Tuition includes a materials fee. COURSE CODE: BMPT

Sec. 01: 1 Wednesday, 5:45-9:45pm. Jan. 15 | $98 Sec. 02: 1 Wednesday, 5:45-9:45pm. Mar. 5 | $98

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 12:30-2:30pm. Jan. 25 | $90

LEADERSHIP & INNOVATION PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

Mel Epstein CEO, cambridgebusinessstrategies.com

Jonathan Kadis CAGS Strategic Management; M.B.A. Candidate, Suffolk University

How do leaders foster innovation? In this workshop designed for people in all fields and at all levels of development, we’ll compare managers and leaders on four attributes: attitude toward goals, relations with others, conceptions of work, and sense of self. We also will cover closely related concepts such as entrepreneurship, creativity, imagination, change, and aggressiveness. The aim is to assist you to discover and implement the next successful step(s) in your career.

Explore the basics of marketing with an emphasis on small-business decision-making. We will discuss both marketing theory and application as useful tools that can be readily applied to current or future business ventures. We also will examine real-world cases and examples of effective (or ineffective) marketing decisions. By looking at past marketing successes and failures, we will learn how they’ve impacted companies for better or worse — with a focus on shaping our own approaches going forward. COURSE CODE: PMSB

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 10 | $160

ENTREPRENEURSHIP: STARTING & SUCCEEDING IN ANY TYPE OF BUSINESS Mel Epstein CEO, cambridgebusinessstrategies.com Learn the essence of entrepreneurship and the nuts and bolts of starting and succeeding in your own business. We’ll cover the four key elements of successful entrepreneurship: deciding what business to be in, marketing, managing, and financing. You’ll come away understanding how to prepare a business plan, raise money, motivate yourself and your staff, project cash flow and income statements, and assess the feasibility of your business idea. The emphasis is on designing a strategy that will work for you. COURSE CODE: EPTR

COURSE CODE: INNO

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 2-5pm. Feb. 8 | $80

WEEKDAY LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS NEW Jonathan Kadis CAGS Strategic Management; M.B.A. Candidate, Suffolk University Take a break from your work day to think on at a higher level. Learn the qualities, skills, and attributes that make effective leaders and ineffective leaders. Gain an understanding of the various leadership styles and how to take advantage of your strengths to better serve your employees and co-workers. Participants will learn that great managers aren’t always great leaders and how the two are distinguished. Explore your leadership potential and walk away with ideas you can use to move your organization forward. COURSE CODE: LLBI

LEADERSHIP

Sec. 01: 4 Mondays, 2-4pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $125 ORGANIZATIONAL DYNAMICS

Sec. 02: 4 Thursdays, 11am-2pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $125

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 2-5pm. Feb. 1 | $80

COPING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE STARTING UP: Q & A FOR SMALL BUSINESSES Joe Carreiro J.D., nakataconsulting.org

Mel Epstein CEO, cambridgebusinessstrategies.com

Being a small-business owner or sole proprietor is not so much about being good at your trade, as it is about making sense of the numbers and cents. There are so many decisions to be made: which type of entity you want or need to be, opening bank accounts, keeping track of income and expenses, employees, payroll, and the dread of taxes. Join us to learn the dos and don’ts of starting a business, and, if you have already started, how to get yourself onto the right program.

We’ll discuss the seven types of difficult people and what you can do to form successful relationships with them. Coping means tactical intervention, not passive acceptance or hoping to change the personality of the difficult person. We’ll go over before and after sample dialogues to show you the words and strategic interventions you can use to minimize the difficult person’s damaging effect, whether they are hostile-aggressive, indecisive, a complainer, a negativist, silent-unresponsive, a know-it-all, or super-agreeable/super-unreliable.

C O U R S E C O D E : S B QA

COURSE CODE: CDIF

Sec. 01: 1 Monday, 5:30-9pm. Jan. 13 | $80

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 2-5pm. Feb. 22 | $110

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BUSINESS & WORKPLACE SKILLS

The Center offers additional classes through its Writing Program that focus on practical skills that can assist you in the workplace: COPYEDITING HOW TO SELF-PUBLISH SELF PROMOTION FOR WRITERS

IS YOUR WORK HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT? Kendall Dudley Lifeworks Career & Life Design, lifeworkscareers.com You want zesty, productive work, but would you know it if you saw it? Perhaps you see it everyday but it’s invisible to you. Culture, family, and habits of mind can keep good ideas at bay. Come expand your view so that you can “see” a wider field of ideas that come from many sources: childhood events, favorite movies, the way you are with people, the things that rile you about the world, and more. Through structured writing, online research, resume design, and the use of pictures, you will come away with clarity about the work path you’re on and energy to move along it. COURSE CODE: HIDN

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $127

More info on these classes can be found in the “Writing” section on page 32.

TELL THE STORY TO SELL THE STORY: GOOD WRITING IS THE KEY TO NONPROFIT SUCCESS NEW Monica Collis Writer for The Boston Globe, Boston Herald, and USA Today & Nonprofit Media Consultant For nonprofits, spreading the word can bring in donors. Yet, the word must be well-written. Smart, persuasive writing — in fundraising letters, e-mail blasts, or newsletters — can raise money. We will sharpen grammar skills to improve efficiency. We will also be guided by “The Dance of the Four Veils,” author Tom Ahearn’s treatise about how nonprofits bury missions in “veils” of mushy and vague language. COURSE CODE: NONP

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $125

IMPROVE YOUR ON-THE-JOB WRITING SKILLS Bernadine Cassell M.S. Whether you work for an organization, have your own business, or are applying for a job, writing well is important for success. Find out how to format e-mail messages, letters, and other written materials and make them clear, concise, and readable. Review aspects of punctuation, grammar, and word usage. Learn how to write faster and say what you really mean! COURSE CODE: WBUS

Sec. 01: 2 Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Mar. 8 & 15 | $82

CREATING LINKEDIN RESULTS FOR JOB SEEKERS Jamie Bradley Perhaps you have attended a social media workshop and left feeling like you still didn’t know how to use LinkedIn. Learn how to get started on the world’s largest professional networking site. You’ll come away understanding how to create an excellent profile and build your network strategically. You’ll benefit from both a step-by-step illustration using a live LinkedIn account and a demonstration of some powerful job-search tools. COURSE CODE: LINK

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 9am-12pm. Jan. 18 | $65

Sec. 01: 3 Sundays, 12:30-4:30pm. Begins Jan. 26 | $230

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GRANT WRITING Sunny Stich Grant Writing Instructor Considering a career in development or seeking funding for a specific nonprofit? Learn how to identify funders, understand different types of support, create a budget, and cultivate prospective funders. We’ll review examples of winning proposals and trends in philanthropy. In Sec. 01, you will write an executive summary (the start of a complete proposal). In Sec. 02, you will write a full-length proposal for a specific project or organization; at least one year of PR-related writing or “Grant Writing 101” is required. COURSE CODE: GRNT

GRANTWRITING 101

Sec. 01: 1 Wednesday, 6-9pm. Mar. 5 | $65 WRITING YOUR OWN GRANT PROPOSAL

Sec. 02: 1 Saturday, 10am-4pm. Mar. 15 | $111

GAMES GAMES BRIDGE FOR BEGINNERS Daniel Fitzgerald Tournament Bridge Player Join us for an introduction to bridge for beginners. As part of the class, you also will learn to play the other three four-person favorites: Whist, Hearts, and Spades. Bring a partner and enjoy! COURSE CODE: BBRG

Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Mar. 6 | $75

LEARN AMERICAN MAH JONGG

POKER D. Chavis Poker Player Become comfortable playing casino-rules Texas hold ’em and learn the basics of Omaha, seven-card stud, and five-card draw. By the end of the course, you will be able to host your own home game with confidence. We will focus on low-limit hold ’em, high/low Omaha, poker vocabulary, table etiquette, strategy, and bluffing. COURSE CODE: POKR

BASICS

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 6:30-8pm. Begins Feb. 13 | $143 INTERMEDIATE

Sec. 02: 6 Thursdays, 8-9:30pm. Begins Feb. 13 | $143

Laura Zoll Learn to play this fun and fascinating game, which combines the old Chinese set of tiles with American rules and strategies. We will cover all aspects of the game, progressing through familiarity with the tiles, building the wall, dealing the tiles, mastering the card, understanding the Charleston, betting, and strategy. A game of skill and luck, rules and informal conventions, Mah Jongg often bonds a table of friends. Come join in! COURSE CODE: MAHJ

Sec. 01: 9 Fridays, 12:15-1:15pm. Begins Jan. 17 (Does not meet Mar. 7) | $150

MAH JONGG STRATEGIES Laura Zoll Which tiles should never be passed during the Charleston? When should you call for a tile and when should you wait? What should you do if you have no jokers? Which tiles should you throw toward the end of the game? These and other mysteries of Mah Jongg will be revealed in this class which will develop strategies and improve your confidence. The class is for students who have taken “Learn American Mah Jongg” or are advanced beginners/intermediate players. COURSE CODE: MAHS

Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 12:15-1:15pm. Begins Jan. 16 (Does not meet Mar. 6) | $150

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INTRODUCTION TO CHESS Theodore Pare Chess is the world’s oldest and most popular game. In this introductory class, you’ll learn the rules and some basic moves that will put you and your friends on the edge of your seats. No previous experience is necessary! COURSE CODE: CHES

Sec. 01: 4 Fridays, 4-6pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $125 Sec. 02: 4 Fridays, 4-6pm. Begins Feb. 21 | $125

DEMYSTIFYING CASINO GAMES Daniel Fitzgerald Professional Craps Dealer Through hands-on instruction with real casino tables and props, learn how to play popular games such as craps, roulette, Texas hold ’em, and blackjack, as well as how to bet on horse racing and other sports. You will leave with a clear understanding of the probabilities and odds associated with these games, how they are played, and why they are so popular, so you can enjoy yourself at your next visit to the casino or racetrack. COURSE CODE: GMBL

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 1-4pm. Mar. 8 | $55

TRAVEL & TOURS TRAVEL & TOURS BACK BAY DECONSTRUCTED Jacob Sconyers Looking around at the cultural institutions located in Copley Square or the public art along the Commonwealth Avenue Promenade, it is hard to imagine that the Back Bay was once a trash- and sewage-filled lagoon. The story of the Back Bay is a comprehensive look at Boston’s history, exploring geography, immigration, and technology. By examining this Victorian-era transformation, we will link at Winthrop’s Puritans and the effects of the American Revolution on Boston’s iconic 20th-century skyscrapers. C O U R S E C O D E : B B AY

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 11am-1pm. Jan. 25. | $45

MOUNTAINS & MONASTERIES: A VIEW OF TIBET Barbara Parent, International Traveler Take an armchair tour of Tibet. Via a slide presentation, the instructor will show images of breathtaking scenery and views of centuries-old Buddhist monasteries. Against this backdrop, she will address the alarming pace of modernization and development that is occurring and how the pristine landscapes and deeply religious culture of Tibet are in danger of disappearing. COURSE CODE: TBTM

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 7-8:30pm. Mar. 13 | $45

TANZANIA: AFRICA UNTAMED Andrew Doherty, Tanzania Safari Specialist Tanzania is home to Africa’s most impressive wildlife populations, including the great wildebeest migration, the world’s largest population of big cats, and some of Africa’s largest elephant herds. This diversity of wildlife is mirrored by Tanzania’s cultural tapestry, which is made up of more than 120 ethnic tribes. We’ll take a virtual walk through a classic Tanzanian safari while paying close attention to the relationships that connect all life, from the tiny termite to the huge bull elephant.

SAVVY TRAVEL TO PARIS Sally Peabody, President, Your Great Days in Paris, yourgreatdayinparis.com Paris can be magical, but it sometimes can be overwhelming. This class will equip first-time or repeat travelers with information to gain the most from a visit to this richly textured city. Learn about indispensable museum and metro passes, choosing hotels, short-term apartments, and vibrant neighborhoods. An overview of the best food markets, museums, recommended walks, restaurants, and wine bars will be provided. We’ll also cover great day trips from Paris. C O U R S E C O D E : PA R P

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 5:45-7:45pm. Jan. 16 | $45

SAVVY TRAVEL IN ISTANBUL Sally Peabody, President, Your Great Days in Paris, yourgreatdayinparis.com Turkey is fabulous, fascinating, ancient, and modern. Experience Istanbul, one of the world’s “hottest” cities, full of incredible architecture, vibrant markets, extraordinary restaurants, and an intriguing array of neighborhoods straddling two continents. Explore the fairytale landscapes of Cappadocia. Visit the ancient ruined city of Ephesus and other historic sites along the fabled Aegean coast. This class will give you what you need to have an experience of a lifetime. COURSE CODE: ISTB

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 5:45-7:45pm. Jan. 30 | $45

ADVENTURE TRAVEL FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Moo Bishop, Thomson Family Adventures You’ve backpacked around the world, but traveling is different now that you have kids. You want to show them the world but be safe and comfortable, too. The instructor has taken her children kayaking in Alaska, climbing the Great Wall in China, trekking in Morocco, sailing in Turkey, caring for elephants in Thailand, on safari in Tanzania... and to Club Med. Learn how to identify the right trip for your family and how to get started. COURSE CODE: FMTR

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 7-8:30pm. Jan. 23 | $45

COURSE CODE: TNZA

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 8-9:30pm. Mar. 20 | $45

TRAVEL TIPS FOR VEGANS & VEGETARIANS Maria Giurcan, Vegan World Travel Blogger Are you a vegetarian or vegan who has avoided traveling to certain destinations because you’re worried that there won’t be any meal options? If so, this is the class for you! You’ll receive lots of helpful tips on trip preparation, eco-friendly travel gear and skincare, veggie-friendly accommodations and holidays, meal options on airlines/cruises/trains, and insight into the vegetarian/vegan food scene in various regions. You’ll leave this class feeling better prepared to travel and dine anywhere. C O U R S E C O D E : T R VG

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 8-9:30pm. Feb. 13 | $45

TURKEY & THE AEGEAN ISLANDS ABOARD THE SEA CLOUD Harry Pratt , Inveterate Traveler Join us on a virtual voyage of extraordinary history, architecture, and beauty aboard the Sea Cloud (Marjorie Merriweather Post’s square-rigged yacht). We’ll travel along the western Turkish coast and through Aegean Islands to Istanbul. We’ll visit six Greco-Roman sites (including Ephesus) and the Aegean islands of Patmos, Rhodes, Mykonos, and Santorini. The journey will end in the ever-intriguing Istanbul with its mosques, bazaars, Hagia Sophia, and the Topkapi Palace — famous for its lavish Harem and the “Topkapi dagger.” COURSE CODE: TURA

Sec. 01: 1 Thursday, 12-1pm. Feb. 6 | $20

TRAVEL & TOURS

ARTS & CRAFTS ART HISTORY

DRAWING, PAINTING, SCULPTURE & PRINTMAKING

HISTORY OF MODERN ART Teresa Hunter M.A. & Art Historian Survey a range of exhibition venues and social spaces in which works of art have been supported, produced, and displayed from the late 19th century to the present. We will focus on the major artistic trends and intellectual developments, examining the issues that have shaped critical thought and aesthetic practice since 1880, including the changing role of the artist, art critic, curator, and museum/gallery. We’ll also explore the development of the idea of an avant-garde art. C O U R S E C O D E : M O DA

Sec. 01: 10 Fridays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $203

TOPICS IN CONTEMPORARY ART HISTORY NEW Teresa Hunter M.A. & Art Historian Explore the theoretical concepts that have emerged in art since 1945. We will focus on the ideas that have influenced artists and their practices with attention to deconstruction, the sublime, text, simulacra, spectacle, institutions, difference, fragmentation, memory, tragedy, loss, multiplicity, multiculturalism, and abjection. We’ll debate the reverence of these concepts both to their historical contexts and to current artistic practice. Particular attention will be paid to the 1980s and 1990s. Some background in art history is useful. C O U R S E C O D E : T O PX

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $203

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CAN’T DRAW? WHO SAYS? Ellen Stutman Artist, ellenstutman.com Designed for the “drawing challenged,” this course will help you move past your inhibitions and teach you some basic techniques. We’ll focus on learning to really see and then to get that down on paper. Our emphasis will be on the process, not the result. Weather permitting, some classes will meet outdoors. COURSE CODE: WHOS

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $203

BEGINNING STILL LIFE DRAWING NEW Charlotte Kaplan Artist Light defines objects in space. Learn to better see the light that falls across objects in order to create more realistic three-dimensional drawings. We will work from simple to more complex still-life set-ups, in pencil and ink. All experience levels are welcome. COURSE CODE: STLF

Sec. 01: 10 Saturdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $203

BASIC DRAWING Douglas Kornfeld Artist, www.awaka-inc.com Michele Lauriat Artist, michelelauriat.com A carefully planned series of exercises will introduce the beginner to the following elements of drawing: perspective, composition, light values, and contour. COURSE CODE: DRBA

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $225 Instructor: Lauriat Sec. 02: 10 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $245 Instructor: Kornfeld Sec. 03: 10 Saturdays, 9:30am-12pm. Begins Jan. 18| $270 Instructor: Kornfeld

DRAWING WITH THE FIGURE Douglas Kornfeld Artist, awaka-inc.com Using the human figure for inspiration, and drawing as a tool, find your personal means of expression. Lectures, exercises, and artwork will illuminate the many paths you may take in exploring this process. You are encouraged to work with the medium of your choice. Some prior drawing experience is required. COURSE CODE: DRFH

OPEN STUDIO FOR LIFE DRAWING – BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! The Center is pleased to bring back our very popular “Open Studio for Life Drawing” in our newest studio, located at 42 Brattle Street. Sign up for 10 weekly sessions for the opportunity to draw from live models in the medium of your choice (no oils). Models will hold short poses of one to fifteen minutes. COURSE CODE: STUD

Sec. 01: 10 Fridays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $120

ANATOMY FOR ARTISTS: HEAD, NECK, HANDS & FEET NEW Mark Lefkowitz Certified Medical Illustrator This course will concentrate on the three anatomic regions that are the most challenging for artists to draw, paint or sculpt: the head and neck, hands and feet. We will utilize a skeleton, live models, anatomy atlases, and references to learn about each region’s skeletal elements, deep and superficial muscle layers, connective tissue and vascular elements. Students will then draw directly from the live model, developing a greater understanding of how to correctly draw the regions studied. Prior drawing experience is strongly recommended, particularly from a live model. COURSE CODE: HNHF

Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $237

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $245

CONTINUING BASIC DRAWING Gillian Frazier Artist, gillianfrazier.com After a quick review of basic drawing skills such as line (gesture, shape, and contour), value, perspective, and composition, you will be introduced to more complex still-lifes and color mediums and drawings. During the last two weeks, we will focus on the human figure, using a live model. The pace of the class will generally reflect the experience level of the whole class, but each student will receive individual attention. Please bring a smooth newsprint drawing pad, an ebony pencil, and a kneaded eraser to the first class. This is a continuation of “Basic Drawing”; an introductory drawing class is a prerequisite. COURSE CODE: DRBC

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $245

BOTANICAL DRAWING Elizabeth Thach Artist Taking your inspiration from the age-old historical tradition of botanical illustration, learn to draw botanical specimens in a wide range of drawing media, including graphite, pen and ink, colored pencil, and watercolor pencil. We look at the work of great botanical illustrators, including both examples from art history and contemporary pieces. You will explore composition and personal style as you execute carefully observed perceptual drawings. The instructor will supply some plants, but you also will be asked to bring in specimens. The class includes excursions to the Harvard Museum of Natural History.

DRAWING PORTRAITS David Wenstrom Artist, Gammell Educational Studios Using both graphite (line) and natural charcoal (tone) we will draw from models to create representational head-and-shoulders portraits; the use of other important broad media-chalks, pastels and crayons-may be examined. Attention to traditional drawing fundamentals will be stressed. Please bring HB pencil, kneaded eraser, 11” x14” white Drawing paper, and a backing board to the first class. Other materials will be discussed. COURSE CODE: DPOR

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $245

FIGURE DRAWING WITH COLOR David Andrus Artist, davidandrus.weebly.com Have you ever wanted to draw in color but were mystified by what colors to use? In this class, we will explore the use of color and how light affects flesh tones using a life model as a point of departure. Starting with some simple exercises, we will progress to a deeper understanding of how colors are used both traditionally and more experimentally to bring excitement and energy to our drawings. We will use primarily oil pastels, wax pastels, and crayons. COURSE CODE: CFIG

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $245

COURSE CODE: BOTD

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 9-11:30am. Begins Jan. 14 | $249

ARTS & CRAFTS: DRAWING, PAINTING, SCULPTURE & PRINTMAKING

CREATING ABSTRACT ART WITH SHEILA RICE

PAINTING AS SELF-EXPRESSION: A COURSE FOR BEGINNERS Ellen Stutman Artist, ellenstutman.com Starting from the idea that painting is a means of self-expression, we’ll develop skills in learning to handle paint and mix color. We’ll work from very simple still lifes, learning to put on canvas what we see — with emphasis on the act of painting rather than the finished product. C O U R S E C O D E : PA N S

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $203

BEGINNING OIL PAINTING Denise Mickilowski Artist; M.F.A., Boston University; denisemickilowski.com Join us for an introduction to the materials and mechanics of oil painting as well as the fundamentals of visual language. You will learn about composition, drawing, values, and color while working from still life and other projects. No experience is necessary. C O U R S E C O D E : PA P P

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $192 Sec. 02: 10 Tuesdays, 2-5pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $231

PAINTING ABSTRACT ART USING CREATIVE ACRYLIC TECHNIQUES Sheila Rice Artist, Radcliffe College, Boston Museum School The rise of abstract art represents the desire of artists to express a spiritual reality coming from within themselves. We will discuss some of the abstract expressionists and how and why they made their paintings. However, we can expand their vocabulary and go beyond their methods. If you want your art to express what you think, feel, and imagine, come discover some of the ways to make abstract art with the new paints and mediums. Acrylic paints only. COURSE CODE: ABST

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 4:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $231 Sec. 02: 10 Thursdays, 9am-12pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $231

DRAWING & ACRYLIC PAINTING OPEN STUDIO Sheila Rice Artist, Radcliffe College, Boston Museum School Have some knowledge of drawing and painting and looking to move beyond the structured classroom experience to engage your inner voice in developing your work? Come hone your art by developing your own personal imagery and how it relates to your meaning — taking inspiration from observation, what sings in your mind, or perhaps the two combined. We will have a model available, and you are free to bring in still-life objects, reproductions of landscapes, and anything else that interests you. C O U R S E C O D E : AC R P

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 1-4pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $263

INTERMEDIATE OIL PAINTING David Andrus Artist, davidandrus.weebly.com This course is for continuing oil painting students who wish to move beyond the principles of basic oil painting. We will continue to work within a structure while also developing our own personal artistic expression. Our focus will be on values, composition, and the life model. C O U R S E C O D E : PA P B

Sec. 01: 10 Fridays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $295

ALLA PRIMA OIL PORTRAIT PAINTING Catherine Ezell Artist, ezellportraits.com Alla prima painting is a technique that embraces and celebrates the texture and elements of the medium of paint. Relishing this expressive, impressionistic style, we will paint monochromatic and limited-palette oil portraits from life in a direct technique that does not rely on glazing and building up layers. With minimal preparation of the canvas, we will enjoy a loose and free style that may allow a painting to be finished in one or two sessions. Previous drawing and painting experience is highly recommended. COURSE CODE: ALL A

Sec. 01: 10 Fridays, 1-4pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $295

OIL PORTRAIT PAINTING David Wenstrom Artist, Gammell Educational Studios Using models, students will paint head-and-shoulders portrait sketches in oil (no acrylics or watercolors, please). We’ll start with a simple palette, then graduate into a fuller-color palette. This course is best suited for those with considerable drawing and painting experience. COURSE CODE: OPOR

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 5:15-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $258

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CAMBRIDGE CENTER STUDIO SCHOOL

INTRODUCTION TO PAINTING BOOT CAMP Barbara Baum, Painter, barbarabaum.com Elizabeth Thach, Artist This two-day intensive boot camp will introduce you to the basics of solvent free oil painting. We will cover things such as laying out a palette, starting with an under painting, paint application, and locating a composition. This will be designed for people with little or no oil painting experience.

The Cambridge Center Studio School offers a group of coordinated courses that focus on drawing and painting. These

COURSE CODE: PBOO

Sec. 01: Thursday & Friday, 9am-5pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $250

classes are designed to take a novice with no experience

BASIC PAINTING: A PERCEPTUAL APPROACH

drawing through the processes required to learn, see, and

Elizabeth Thach, Artist

record that experience. The classes also welcome more

Learn the fundamentals of oil/acrylic painting in this intensive, structured developmental painting program. We’ll stress visual language elements such as composition, proportion, scale, values, space, and mark-making. In addition, we’ll utilize a limited palette to build strength and understanding of color theory and color mixing. You’ll paint from still life, a model, and individually designed projects. Attention to individual creative development is emphasized. You should have completed at least one semester of basic drawing.

advanced and experienced students to enter at the level they deem appropriate. We are geared to painting and drawing from life, stressing the importance of careful observation and spatial relationships. Students can learn about color and creating forms in space. At a more advanced level, one can approach abstraction and focus on one’s own visions in painting. We encourage student with no experience to begin at the beginning.

INTENSIVE DRAWING BOOT CAMP Brett Gamache, Artist & Art Instructor, brettgamache.com Enjoy two full days of intensive drawing instruction. The two instructors will deliberately guide you on drawing fundamentals and hardcore observation. Beginning with rudimentary exercises of “seeing” and “recording,” you will move through carefully prescribed steps to the point where you can produce sound and satisfying drawings with newly acquired skills. We will work with live models most of the time. Please note: this class is not designed as a drawing marathon that encourages freer, experimental explorations of the medium. COURSE CODE: BOOT

Sec. 01: Tuesday & Wednesday, 9am-5pm. Begins Jan. 7 | $225

STUDIO SCHOOL DRAWING BASICS Barbara Baum, Painter, barbarabaum.com Brett Gamache, Artist & Art Instructor, brettgamache.com Elizabeth Thach, Artist This drawing class will use the figure as a basis for understanding basic drawing elements such as line, form in space, spatial relationships, light and dark, gesture, and composition. Beginners will be welcome and continuing students will also be challenged. Some classes might also include interior drawing, still life, and landscape. COURSE CODE: IDRW

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 2-5pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $336, Instructor: Thach Sec. 02: 10 Tuesdays, 2-5pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $394, Instructor: Gamache Sec. 03: 10 Thursdays, 1-4:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $429, Instructor: Baum

The Center’s drawing classes are moving to our newest studio at 42 Brattle Street (unless otherwise noted). This space offers higher ceilings along with increased natural light — the first in a series of improvements designed to better support the work of our students and teachers.

COURSE CODE: IPNT

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 9am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $429 Sec. 02: 10 Saturdays, 1-4pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $394

PORTRAIT PAINTING Brett Gamache, Artist & Art Instructor, brettgamache.com We will study the structure of the head by doing studies of a skull and using the information from that structure to better understand the head’s complexities. With the use of models, we will do various exercises — both quick and longer-term — to analyze the face and its relationship to the entire head. We will discuss color as it relates to skin tones and begin to find out where “likeness” comes from. Drawing and painting experience is required. COURSE CODE: IPPT

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 9am-1pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $488

ADVANCED PAINTING Barbara Baum, Painter, barbarabaum.com This course is for students who have completed “Basic Painting” or who have a good understanding of painting’s basic issues. We will use setups with the model or still life. You will be encouraged to explore how to push your painting to new levels, develop your own personal language, and set goals. Composition, color relationships, and paint handling will be discussed. COURSE CODE: IAPT

Sec. 01: Wednesdays & Fridays (meets 2 times per week for 10 weeks), 9am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $785 WEDNESDAY PM ONLY

Sec. 02: 10 Wednesdays, 1:30-4:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $394 WEDNESDAY AM ONLY

Sec. 03: 10 Wednesdays, 9am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $438 FRIDAYS ONLY

Sec. 04: 10 Fridays, 9am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $438

PAINTING TUTORIAL Elizabeth Geissler, Artist This intensive painting workshop is designed to support the student who is ready to move beyond class exercises and prepared to work toward creating original paintings conveying personal vision and emotional resonance. Come prepared with your own ideas, sources, drawings, setups, etc.; you may use oils, acrylics, or mixed media. You must have completed introductory courses in both drawing and painting and have had at least one additional year of painting experience. COURSE CODE: ITDD

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 1-5pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $410 REGISTER ONLINE AT CCAE .ORG OR CALL 617. 547.6789

ARTS & CRAFTS: DRAWING, PAINTING, SCULPTURE & PRINTMAKING

Art Exhibitions

WATERCOLOR PAINTING FROM THE FIGURE

ABSTRACTIONS

Nothing can replace using the human figure as a catalyst for developing your artistic skills; it is the most complicated and familiar form we have. Watercolor is particularly well suited to painting the figure because of its fluidity to capture gestures and expressions, translated by your artist within. We will work on a different project each week, studying different techniques so that you can develop your own personal watercolor style. Come to class with enthusiasm and an open mind!

January 13 through February 27

Opening Reception Thursday, January 30, 5:30-7:30pm

Gonson Lecture by instructor Sheila Rice Thursday, January 30, 12-1pm

Abstract art arose as a reaction against the traditional European concept that art must be an imitation of nature. Abstract artists simplify forms we see as reality and look within themselves to produce imagery not found in reality. The subject is the mystery of the artwork itself, which elicits an emotional response from the viewer. Many of the Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s students and faculty are actively exploring the outer reaches of the creative process, both inside the classroom and out, and in a wide variety of media. Come see this evocative and inventive collection of work by Center artists.

LANDSCAPE & MEMORY March 3 through April 10

Opening Reception Thursday, March 20, 5:30-7:30pm

Gonson Lecture by instructor Anthony Riccardi Thursday, March 20, 12-1pm

Landscape painters create worlds that evoke memory, atmosphere, and space. In distilling a world that is larger than themselves into a two-dimensional work, they also allow us a peek into their inner selves. Each week, the students of longtime Center instructor Anthony Riccardi gather to paint landscapes from memory. Come see the exciting worlds created by this talented group of artists.

All exhibitions are located at 42 Brattle Street. They are free and open to the public during the office hours.

Sheila Rice Artist, Radcliffe College, Boston Museum School

C O U R S E C O D E : WA P R

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 1-4pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $263

WATERCOLOR Kate Finnegan Artist, kajiasostudio.com Michele Lauriat Artist, michelelauriat.com Anthony Riccardi Artist Sharon Lacey Artist, sharonlacey.com Watercolor is a translucent medium that sinks into the fiber of a sheet of paper, releasing the light from the surface. Watercolor dries fast, enabling one to work quickly with freshness and spontaneity. Explore the fundamentals of watercolor painting, with an emphasis on exploration and personal expression. C O U R S E C O D E : WAT E

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 13| $192 Instructor: Lacey Sec. 02: 8 Mondays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $192 Instructor: Lauriat Sec. 03: 10 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $203 Instructor: Riccardi Sec. 04: 10 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $203 Instructor: Finnegan Sec. 05: 10 Thursdays, 3-5pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $203 Instructor: Lacey

WATERCOLOR BOOT CAMP PAINTING THE LANDSCAPE Anthony Riccardi Artist Every landscape includes many complex shapes and textures. In this course, learn to develop your perceptions of five different zones inside the landscape space: through, between, within, below, and above. Traveling through these zones, you will learn the fundamentals of landscape painting techniques. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also discuss various artists and their works to explore the many ways the landscape may be interpreted. Acrylic and watercolor paint media will be used; no oils, please. Class meets indoors. COURSE CODE: PL SC

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 10am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $217 Sec. 02: 8 Mondays, 1:45-4pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $201

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Anthony Riccardi Artist Spend a full day immersed in this beloved art form. Watercolor is a translucent medium that sinks into the fiber of a sheet of paper, releasing the light from the surface. Watercolor dries fast, enabling one to work quickly with freshness and spontaneity. We will explore the medium in an intensive workshop that covers the fundamentals. C O U R S E C O D E : WAT B

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-4pm. Jan. 25 | $115 Sec. 02: 1 Sunday, 10am-4pm. Mar. 8 | $115

ARTS & CRAFTS: DRAWING, PAINTING, SCULPTURE & PRINTMAKING

PRINTMAKING TODAY: MONOPRINTS & MONOTYPES

PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP

Susan Paladino Artist

Selma Bromberg M.F.A. & Artist, sbrombergartist.com

Have fun exploring and learning printmaking techniques for monoprints and monotypes. We will be using Akua Inks for stencils, collagraphs, dry point, and Chine-collé. You will learn about color and how to use transparencies for multilayered plate surfaces. By working in an open and non-judgmental manner, we will find a variety of solutions for creating images through the print process. COURSE CODE: PREX

Come explore new, experimental printmaking techniques as well as traditional techniques. All the printing inks are nontoxic, and we clean up with water. We will cover monotype, solar-plate etching, and woodcut. For monotype, we will experiment with new water-based inks. We will work on Plexiglas plates and print them on a press. We also will explore the exciting new field of solar-plate etching. The instructor will demonstrate woodblock cutting and printing techniques.

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $243

COURSE CODE: MNPR

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 5:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $233

WOODBLOCK FOR BEGINNERS Alicia Thomas Artist Join us for an introduction to the basic techniques, processes, and history of woodblock (relief) printmaking. We will explore different carving techniques, types of wood, and several varieties of linoleum that are ideal for carving. We also will cover color mixing, the range of ink options, different ways to create images, and different substrates to print our work on. We will be working toward a group project: a class print exchange. COURSE CODE: BLOK

Sec. 01: 10 Fridays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $213

ADVANCED PRINTMAKING Selma Bromberg M.F.A. & Artist, sbrombergartist.com This course is designed for students who have studied the basic techniques of nontoxic printmaking. Join us for an introduction to solar plate printmaking, a nontoxic etching technique. We will experiment with the new water-soluble oil-based inks: Charbonnel Aqua wash and Akua Intaglio. These inks can be used for monotypes, collagraphs, dry point, solar plates, and woodcuts. The instructor will work closely to further develop your imagery, and there will be demonstrations from guest artists. COURSE CODE: ADMO

SILKSCREEN FOR BEGINNERS

Sec. 01: 8 Fridays, 9:30am-1:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $281

Alicia Thomas Artist

OPEN STUDIO PRINTING

Join us for an introduction to the basic techniques, processes, and history of silkscreen printmaking. We will explore different approaches and techniques of creating a stencil. You’ll learn how to build your own screens; properly coat, clean, and store screens; and achieve different effects. We will cover color mixing, the range of ink options, ways to create images, and substrates to print our work on. All the while, we will be working toward a group project: a print exchange.

Selma Bromberg M.F.A. & Artist, sbrombergartist.com

C O U R S E C O D E : S L KS

Work independently in our shop, which offers two small (12”x 24”) presses and one medium-sized (24”x 42”) press. Cleanup supplies are provided, but please bring your own nontoxic inks and materials (watercolor preferred). Open Studio is only available to students currently enrolled in a Cambridge Center printmaking course. Purchase tickets at the registration office immediately before the studio session.

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $213

COURSE CODE: OPPT

NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN PRINTMAKING

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 10am-1pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $15 Sec. 02: 8 Thursdays, 3-5pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $10 Sec. 03: 8 Fridays, 1:30-4:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $15

Selma Bromberg M.F.A. & Artist, sbrombergartist.com Whether you are a beginner or more experienced artist you will appreciate the new developments in printmaking, as well as the traditional techniques. We will work with beautiful new nontoxic inks., and no toxic solvents will be used. Traditional techniques will include monotype, dry point, collagraph, and woodcut. We also will explore new techniques, including using carborundum to build up an image on the plate and experimenting with printing from multiple plates. COURSE CODE: ETCH

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 2-5pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $241

The Center is pleased to announce that we have relocated our printmaking classes to the Vogt Studio at 56 Brattle Street — the first is a series of upgrades to better support the work of our students and teachers.

ARTS & CRAFTS: DRAWING, PAINTING, SCULPTURE & PRINTMAKING

CALLIGRAPHY: ITALIC AT PLAY

BASIC SCULPTURE

Kitty Pechet Lettering Artist

Sholeh Regna Artist & Sculptor

Italic is the script we love — elegant and playful. We will study its practice and history, then use it for invitations, quick books, and textural wall pieces. If you’ve never held a pen, start this winter; if you have experience, guide your hand to new adventures. Bring $25 for materials to first class.

Learn the fundamentals of sculpting the figure. We will explore issues of composition, volume, line, and texture in the three dimensions. Using clay as the medium, we will work from the model in various poses, both reclining and seated. Each session will be devoted to a different assignment, including creating a bas-relief, working subtractively, and working in the abstract.

C O U R S E C O D E : CA L L

Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $200

C O U R S E C O D E : S C PA

SUMI-E JAPANESE BRUSHPAINTING

Sec: 01: 8 Mondays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $251

Jan Zaremba Sensei, janzaremba.com

PHOTO-BASED MIXED MEDIA

Oriental brush, ink, and rice paper are perfect for spontaneous expression. By using understatement, suggestion, and concentration on the essentials, we learn how to express the spirit of nature rather than transcribe its precise appearance. Our subject is the natural world: flowers and birds, trees and mountains. This is an opportunity to acquire skills that have inspired amateurs and artists from the T’ang Dynasty to the avant-garde. COURSE CODE: SUMI

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $192

CARTOON CHARACTER DESIGN INTENSIVE E.J. Barnes Illustrator & Cartoonist, ejbarnes.com Lively and engaging characters help grab and hold readers’ interest in your cartoons and comics. We will explore how variations in facial features and body proportions form the foundation of distinctive characters, human and animal. Clothing and hairstyles can also contribute to the reader’s recognition of a character. We will step through exercises showing the cartoon body at rest and in motion, including body language. This course is for students who have taken “Introduction to Cartooning” or have equivalent cartooning experience. COURSE CODE: CHAR

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Feb. 11 | $128

COMICS & SEQUENTIAL ART Christopher Stetson Wilson Comic Artist, lifeofpoet.com, artandwit.com In this process-oriented approach to comics, cartoons, graphic novels, and sequential art, we will rehearse the crucial components of comic creation, from experimenting with materials to storytelling and complex layouts. You will not only create your own finished works, but also begin to develop a unique style. We also will cover influences, brainstorming, character design, scripts, editing, thumb-nailing, and collaborative work. This course can be taken as an introduction or as a workshop to refine or diversify your work. COURSE CODE: COMX

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $192

COMICS & SEQUENTIAL ART: LEVEL 2 Christopher Stetson Wilson Comic Artist, lifeofpoet.com, artandwit.com Pen and ink remains the godfather of comic art. You will be introduced to this expressive medium and how it is applied to comic production through dynamic line work, crosshatching, and lettering. We will use this new skill to create a four- or eight-page mini comic. We also will look closely at modern examples of page layouts and non-linear plot development. You must have completed “Comics & Sequential Art” or have an established comics practice of your own. COURSE CODE: COMZ

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Feb. 13 | $155

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Cristina Hajosy Photographer & Artist, unfairestofthemall.com For many contemporary artists, the journey into mixed media starts with the photographic image. We will use hand coloring, collage, assemblage, monotype printing, and artist’s bookbinding to explore elevation of the photographic image. Experimenting with varied techniques and concepts, you will apply your personal creativity to self-portraits, series, and repeated images or themes. This course is open to all experience levels and artists working in any media (except oil paints). A materials fee of $30 is payable to the instructor. COURSE CODE: PBMM

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $203

JEWELRY, WOODWORKING & CRAFTS INTRODUCTION TO DECOUPAGE Jennifer Sherr Artist, jensherrdesign.com Learn the basic techniques of decoupage and change a home decor piece into something new — customizing it to reflect your own personality. Our primary focus will be on home decor items and small furniture. You will also learn how to combine faux painting with decoupage techniques. Open to all levels. COURSE CODE: DECP

Sec. 01: 4 Fridays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $157

BEADED JEWELRY: EARRINGS IN A DAY Pam Farren Learn to make beautiful beaded dangle earrings using an assortment of glass beads, silver-plated brass head pins, jump-rings, ear wires, and posts. Through a series of demos and hands-on projects, you will learn to secure glass beads by using simple and wire wrapped loops. You will leave class with an assortment of finished pieces. A materials fee of $25 is payable to the instructor. COURSE CODE: EIAD

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 10am-4:30pm. Jan. 19 | $120

ARTS & CRAFTS: JEWELRY, WOODWORKING & CRAFTS

INTRODUCTION TO DECOUPAGE

ADVANCED STUDIO JEWELRY

Jennifer Sherr Artist, jensherrdesign.com

Laurie Savage Metalsmith

Learn the basic techniques of decoupage and change a home decor piece into something new — customizing it to reflect your own personality, using contemporary decoupage techniques. Our primary focus will be on home decor items and small furniture. You also will learn how to combine faux painting with decoupage techniques.

If you have taken ten or more intermediate/advanced-level jewelry classes or have equivalent experience, join us to polish your skills to the highest level. You’ll enjoy open studio time in which to create jewelry of your own design with direction from the instructor. There is no materials fee; please bring the materials you intend to use. Enrollment in this class is allowed only with permission from the instructor; please call the Center, at 617.547.6789, to get the instructor’s phone number.

COURSE CODE: DECP

Sec. 01: 4 Fridays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $157

C O U R S E C O D E : J E WA

BEGINNING JEWELRY: PART I Laurie Savage Metalsmith Learn the fundamental techniques for designing and creating handcrafted jewelry. Beginning with a simple band ring, you will learn how to pierce, texture, solder, sand, and form your ring. Your second project will be to make a pendant using a cabochon stone. We’ll work with sterling silver, copper, brass, solder, stones, bezel wire, round wire, saw blades, and more. A materials fee of $90 is payable to the instructor at the first class. COURSE CODE: JEW W

Sec. 01: 2 Saturdays, 10am-4:30pm. Begins Jan. 25 | $165 Sec. 02: Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4:30pm. Begins Mar. 1 | $165

BEGINNING JEWELRY: PART II Laurie Savage Metalsmith If you’ve taken “Beginning Jewelry: Part I,” join us to further develop your fabrication skills. Through multiple demonstrations using various gauges and shaped copper wire and sheet, you will learn how to design your own link pattern for creating a bracelet. Our focus will be on repetitive forming, texturing, soldering, connecting, and polishing. A materials fee of $50 is payable to the instructor at the first class.

Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 3:15-5:15pm. Begins Jan. 15 (Does not meet Feb. 19) | $200 Sec. 02: 9 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 (Does not meet Feb. 19) | $200 Sec. 03: 9 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 (Does not meet Feb. 19) | $200

COLD PROCESS SOAP MAKING NEW Barbara Thomas artifactsoapworks.com Learn to make cold-process soap from scratch using vegetable oils and lye. You’ll pick up the basics while making a batch of honeyoatmeal soap and then experiment with colors and fragrances. We’ll discuss how to properly use and store lye, mixing lye and water, oils for soap making, fragrance oils, essential oils, super-fatting, additives and exfoliants, coloring, molding, and curing. A $30 materials fee is payable to instructor at the first class. C O U R S E C O D E : S OA P

Sec. 01: 2 Sundays, 2-5pm. Begins Mar. 2 | $110

COURSE CODE: JEWX

Sec. 01: 2 Saturdays, 10am-4:30pm. Begins Mar. 8 | $165

INTERMEDIATE STUDIO JEWELRY Laurie Savage Metalsmith If you have taken three or more beginning level jewelry classes or have equivalent experience, join us to further your design and fabrication skills. You’ll enjoy open studio time in which to create jewelry of your own design with direction from the instructor. There is no materials fee; please bring the consumable materials you intend to use (metal, solder, saw blades, sand paper, etc.). COURSE CODE: JEWC

Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 (Does not meet Feb. 18) | $200 Sec. 02: 9 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 14 (Does not meet Feb. 18) | $200

ARTS & CRAFTS: JEWELRY, WOODWORKING & CRAFTS

OPEN STUDIO METALSMITHING & JEWELRY Laurie Savage Metalsmith If you are or have been a metalsmithing or jewelry student, join us to work independently on projects. Intermediate-level experience is required. Please bring the materials you intend to use. If you have any questions, please call the instructor before the first class; contact the Center, at 617.547.6789, to get the instructor’s phone number. COURSE CODE: OPMT

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-4:30pm. Jan. 18 | $70 Sec. 02: 1 Sunday, 10am-4:30pm. Feb. 9 | $70 Sec. 03: 1 Sunday, 10am-4:30pm. Mar. 9 | $70 Sec. 04: 1 Sunday, 10am-4:30pm. Mar. 16 | $70

USING A JEWELERS’ SAW Pam Farren Sawing is a necessary skill for every beginner to master. Through a series of demos and hands-on projects, you will learn how to cut and pierce a variety of metals in sheet and to make your own jump rings from wire. You will leave class with a variety of finished pieces that show off your emerging sawing and piercing skills. No soldering is required. A materials fee of $30 is payable to the instructor. C O U R S E C O D E : J S AW

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-4:30pm. Feb. 8 | $115

SIMPLY RIVETING Pam Farren Want to make really cool jewelry from found items that can’t stand the heat? Learn how to use cold connections to combine metal, paper, leather, and more using copper and brass wire and tube rivets. No soldering is required. Through a series of demos and hands-on projects, you will learn how to complete a variety of rivets. You will leave class with a variety of finished pieces. A materials fee of $30 is payable to the instructor. COURSE CODE: RIV T

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 10am-4:30pm. Jan. 26 | $115

MAKE A BEVY OF BANGLES Pam Farren Make a bevy of bangles from an assortment of copper, brass, and steel wires. Through a series of demos and hands-on projects, you’ll learn how to make a wrapped closure — and try your hand at riveting, too. No soldering is required, but “Simply Riveting” or intermediate skills is suggested as a prerequisite. You will leave class with a bevy of beautiful bangles. A materials fee of $25 is payable to the instructor.

WOODWORKING BOOT CAMP See CCAE.org for instructor In this one-day workshop you’ll be introduced to basic woodworking tools and concepts, then create a simple woodworking project. COURSE CODE: W WBC

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 10am-4pm. Jan. 12 | $112 Sec. 02: 1 Sunday, 10am-4pm. Mar. 23 | $112

BUILDING STRING INSTRUMENTS Roosevelt Pires Learn how to safely handle power and hand tools, as well as the basic elements of carving wood, shaving, gluing, and sanding. In addition, you will build a form that is the foundation for building a ukulele. No previous experience is required. COURSE CODE: UKEB

Sec. 01: 10 Saturdays, 2-5pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $229

WOODWORKING Carl Spagnoli Woodworker Develop knowledge, respect, and skill with hand and power tools through completing individual woodworking projects and tutoring. Learn about tools, woods, joinery, and sound construction techniques. You will make Shaker-style tables — or you can choose a modest project of your own — and learn the finer details of woodworking, including tending to and sharpening your tools. C O U R S E C O D E : W KCA

Sec. 01: 10 Fridays, 6-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $230 Sec. 02: 8 Mondays, 6-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 27 | $205

MOSAIC Michel L’Huillier Stained Glass & Fusing Artist Learn the basics of the mosaic process, which incorporates pieces of glass or ceramic with grout. You’ll learn how to cut glass, sketch a design to fit an 8”x 8” substrate, choose your glass, and cut and glue the pieces on the base. You’ll then grout, clean, and finish the piece. A $45 materials fee is payable to the instructor. COURSE CODE: MOSA

Sec. 01: Sunday, Mar. 2, 10am-4:30pm & Sunday, Mar. 9, 10am-1pm | $128

COURSE CODE: BANG

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-4:30pm. Feb. 22 | $115

ANNOUNCING THE LISA LYMAN STUDIO

FOLD FORMING: THE BASICS

The Center is deeply grateful to the Lyman family, whose generous gift will support upgrades to our newest art studio located on the second floor of the Brattle House at 42 Brattle Street — the new Lisa Lyman Studio. The studio is named in memory of their beloved family member, Lisa Lyman, who died in a tragic accident two years ago.

Pam Farren Fold forming, a technique created by Charles Lewton-Brain, enables the maker to bend, fold, and forge thin sheets of copper into naturalistic shapes like leaves, cones, and spirals. We will explore simple folds and forging techniques to create abstract designs and simple dimensional works with beautiful patinas. You will leave class with at least one wearable piece. No soldering is required, but we will work with a torch to anneal the metal. A materials fee of $30 is payable to the instructor. COURSE CODE: FOLD

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-4:30pm. Feb. 15 | $115

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Lisa took art classes at the Center, finding her own artistic muse in Jenn Sherr’s decoupage classes. Lisa also developed a community of very special friends while studying here. The Center’s friendly environment and affordable tuition let Lisa try something new — and it changed her forever.

ARTS & CRAFTS: JEWELRY, WOODWORKING & CRAFTS

HAND TOOL WOODWORKING WITH DAN PARET Woodworker, planesimplebox.com

WOOD CARVING: EXPLORING PATTERN, TEXTURE & COLOR Dan Paret Woodworker, planesimplebox.com Immerse yourself in the rich possibilities offered by the combined use of carving tools, paint, pattern, texture, and color. We will first carve sample boards to practice techniques such as texturing, gouge drawing, and block-print style tiles. We’ll then begin exploring — considering a variety of design alternatives and opportunities and generally getting lost in the process of carving wood, painting, combining patterns, and sharing ideas and discoveries. C O U R S E C O D E : W C RV

Sec. 01: 10 Saturdays, 10am-1pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $230

HAND TOOL WOODWORKING: SECOND-LIFE WOODWORKING NEW Making thoughtfully considered, carefully crafted objects offers an opportunity for meaningful and sustained engagement — with others and with materials, tools, and ideas. Work with classmates who also have the time, energy, and drive to explore making as a way to engage and create community. With wood as our primary material, we’ll stay open to the possibilities offered by other materials and find a comfortable blend of seriousness and levity. COURSE CODE: HTSL

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 2:30-5pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $215

HAND TOOL WOODWORKING: A CRAFT APPROACH NEW

SMALL BOX WORKSHOP (HAND TOOL WOODWORKING) Make any of a variety of small boxes: sliding-lid, sawn-lid, hingedlid, dovetail, mortise and tenon, or tote with a handle; painted boxes, unpainted boxes, carved and painted, or painted then carved. The options are nearly limitless. You’ll get started with a tidy little mortise and tenon shadow box with a lift lid, with plenty of options for making it your own. You then will be ready to look ahead to any number of interesting projects. C O U R S E C O D E : H T BX

Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 2:30-5:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230 Sec. 02: 10 Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $230

Join us as we explore the nature of craft and the making of a craft object. In the first class we will attempt to define a craft object, while exploring tools, materials, and our current thoughts about what a craft object might be. We then will begin the process of making one. The goal of this class is to define craft for ourselves, consider possibilities, manipulate tools and materials, share ideas, and experience the satisfaction of meaningful engagement — with the materials and with one another. COURSE CODE: HTCR

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 5:30-8pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $215

HAND TOOL WOODWORKING OPEN WORKSHOP Join us to complete a project started in another class, work on a project of your own design, or use the workshop to get started with hand tool woodworking. If you are a beginning hand tool woodworker, we will start you off with a tidy little mortise and tenon shadow box with a lift lid, with plenty of options for making it your own. COURSE CODE : HTOW

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 2:30-5:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $230 Sec. 02: 10 Thursdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $230

ARTS & CRAFTS: JEWELRY, WOODWORKING & CRAFTS

FUSED GLASS BOWLS & PLATES Michel L’Huillier Stained Glass & Fusing Artist Learn the basics of glass fusing techniques and play with colored glass pieces, glass powders, and frits, stringers, and glass beads. After a series of fun exercises, you’ll design and create a 4”x 4” dish and one 8”x 8” plate or 8” diameter bowl. These pieces will first be fused flat, and then “slumped” in a second firing to give them their final shapes. An $80 materials fee is payable to the instructor. COURSE CODE: FUSD

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 2-4:30pm. Jan. 26 | $56

STAINED GLASS DESIGN Michel L’Huillier Stained Glass & Fusing Artist Using the copper foil method, create a stained glass panel (up to 1.5 square feet). Learn to develop your ideas into quick sketches and then into a full-scale design. From there, play with shapes, colors, and textures to bring your design to life. Learn to cut glass accurately, foil, and solder. An $85 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. COURSE CODE: STGA

Sec. 01: Sunday, Jan. 26: 10am-1pm and Sunday, Feb. 2, 9 & 23, 10am-4:30pm | $190

A TASTE OF BLACKSMITHING Prospect Hill Forge The discovery of iron and how to work it changed human history. Here’s your chance to explore and shape this basic element. You’ll learn the fundamental smithing techniques: hammering, drawing out, cutting, bending, and twisting. Using these skills and a coal-fired forge, you’ll bring a piece of iron to an incandescent heat, and with anvil, hammer, and tongs, create an S-hook that’s both functional and decorative. Class meets in Waltham at Prospect Hill Forge. COURSE CODE: FORG

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 2-5pm. Jan. 26 | $65 Sec. 02: 1 Friday, 7-10pm. Jan. 31 | $65 Sec. 03: 1 Wednesday, 6:30-9:30pm. Mar. 12 | $65

BLACKSMITHING: A WROUGHT IRON BRACELET Prospect Hill Forge Make a wrought iron bracelet in just a few hours. Use traditional blacksmithing techniques to make a distinctly non-traditional item. Work an iron bar with fire and water, hammer and tongs, vise, and anvil. Learn about heat control, hammer control, and self-control while creating a readyto-wear bracelet with a tapered, sinuous motif. Techniques will include forging (flaring and drawing to a taper), bending, and twisting. Class meets in Waltham at Prospect Hill Forge. COURSE CODE: BRCL

Sec. 01: 1 Wednesday, 6:30-9:30pm. Feb. 5 | $78 Sec. 02: 1 Saturday, 7-10pm. Mar. 22 | $78

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GLASSBLOWING Our glassblowing courses safely introduce you to hotshop equipment, tools, and proper working procedures. Gathering, marvering, and tool usage will be taught and demonstrated, then color-application techniques will be introduced and applied. Skilled teachers will work with you along every step of the process, until your original designs are completed. No experience is required and all materials are provided. Classes meet in Cambridge; the address will be sent to registrants. GLASSBLOWING: GLASS HEARTS Jesse Rasid NOCA Glass School Decorate and make your own hearts. You’ll learn the basics of blowing glass, as you create beautiful glass paperweights and hanging ornaments. You will leave with at least two hearts — perfect gifts, but also great to keep! COURSE CODE: GHRT

Sec. 01: 1 Sunday, 10am-2pm. Jan. 26 | $152 Sec. 02: 1 Sunday, 10am-2pm. Feb. 9 | $152

GLASSBLOWING: GLASS PAPERWEIGHT WORKSHOP Jesse Rasid NOCA Glass School Learn the basic glassblowing skills needed to complete a solid glass object. You will leave with at least two paperweights. C O U R S E C O D E : G PA P

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 10am-2pm. Jan. 25 | $152 Sec. 02: 1 Saturday, 10am-2pm. Feb. 8 | $152 Sec. 03: 1 Saturday, 10am-2pm. Mar. 8 | $152

GLASSBLOWING: DRINKING GLASS WORKSHOP Jesse Rasid NOCA Glass School Create a one-of-a-kind drinking vessel. You will leave with a few paperweights and drinking vessels COURSE CODE: DGL A

Sec. 01: Saturday & Sunday, 10am-2pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $278 Sec. 02: Saturday & Sunday, 10am-2pm. Begins Feb. 8 | $278 Sec. 03: Saturday & Sunday, 10am-2pm. Begins Mar. 22 | $278

ARTS & CRAFTS: SEWING & FIBER ARTS

SEWING & FIBER ARTS INTRODUCTION TO KNITTING Emily Wensberg Textile Artist We will cover casting on and off, increasing and decreasing, and knitting in the round. You will learn the skills necessary to follow a pattern, to read a knitting chart, and to make garments that will fit you. We will cover a variety of basic stitches and, by the end of the course, you will have completed a small project to take home with you. COURSE CODE: BKNT

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $192

LEARN TO USE A DROP SPINDLE NEW Mara Taylor Textile Artist Learn how to spin your own yarn. We will be using homemade drop spindles and assorted wool to create your unique yarn. A materials fee of $10 is payable to instructor at the first class. COURSE CODE: SPND

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 1-3pm. Jan. 18 | $45

BASIC SEWING Jenn Martinez Costume Designer Learn the basics of sewing by completing a project. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll learn about basic sewing skills, machines and their maintenance, and your sewing kit, as well as how to take simple measurements, choose a pattern and fabric, cut, and complete a project. Access to a machine is necessary. COURSE CODE: SEWN

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $192

LEARN TO KNIT A WIRE BRACELET NEW BASIC SEWING: LEVEL 2 Jenn Martinez Costume Designer If you have taken a sewing class or have experience with sewing and sewing machines, join us to tackle slightly more advanced patterns, tailoring, hemming, proper fitting techniques, modifying patterns, and using sewing machine accessories. These skills will be geared toward learning how to use commercial patterns. This class is not recommended for absolute beginners. COURSE CODE: SEWC

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $192

LEARN TO NEEDLEPOINT Catherine Reurs Textile Artist, catherinereurs.com Needlepoint is a relaxing antidote to a busy, stressful life. This hands-on class is intended for beginning needlepointers and as a refresher for those who have done needlepoint but may not have stitched in a while (you are welcome to bring a project in process). Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll cover the basic stitches, canvas types, and fibers; picking a project; and creating your own needlepoint designs, which you can use for cell phone, iPad and laptop covers, pillows, footstools, and other items.

Mara Taylor Artist Learn to make a unique piece of jewelry using knitted wire and beads. You will learn the beading technique and will learn to attach a toggle clasp. This class is for people who already know how to knit. A materials fee of $10 is payable to instructor at the first class. COURSE CODE: WIBR

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 1-3:30pm. Jan. 25 | $55

BATIK Clare Asch Artist Enjoy a thorough introduction to the basics of batiking and silk painting. You will learn how to apply wax with tjantings and brushes, employing a variety of techniques, fabrics, and dyes. We then will investigate silk painting through the use of iron-fixed paints, gutta, salt effect, and steamfixed dyes. Materials cost about $30 to $45. C O U R S E C O D E : B AT K

Sec. 01: 6 Saturdays, 12:30-3:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $162

COURSE CODE: NEED

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 12-4pm. Mar. 8 | $82

PHOTOGRAPHY, FILM & VIDEO PHOTOGRAPHY, FILM & VIDEO BASIC DIGITAL CAMERA & COMPUTER PHOTOGRAPHY Raúl Meléndez Photographer Join us for an introduction to digital cameras, computer photo applications, and applicable terminologies. Learn how to transfer photos from the camera to your computer, explore options for saving photo files and showing images, and set up photos for printing. We’ll also discuss editing, printout options, and sizing pictures for e-mail and online use. We will work mainly with Image Capture and iPhoto for Mac and Camera wizard and Picasa on PC. C O U R S E C O D E : D CA M

Sec. 01: 5 Thursdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $135

ADOBE LIGHTROOM ESSENTIALS Skip Schiel Independent Photographer, teeksaphoto.org In this introduction to a powerful, relatively new, relatively easy-to-learn software, explore how Adobe Lightroom Essentials can help you organize, develop, and print your image files. You’ll also learn how to make image files into a slide show, webpage, or book and post them to social network sites like Flickr and Facebook. C O U R S E C O D E : LT R M

Sec. 01: Saturday & Sunday, 1-4pm. Begins Feb. 8 | $109

BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY Linda Haas Photographer Raúl Meléndez Photographer Learn the techniques you need to communicate with your camera and how to take strong, effective photographs in this beginner course on color and black-and-white photography. Different cameras (traditional and digital) will be addressed, and several practical demonstrations will be given in the classroom. Technical considerations will share equal time with explorations of photographic aesthetics. Section 01 is designed specifically for cameras with manual capabilities and concentrates on color photography. COURSE CODE: PBAS

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190 Instructor: Haas Sec. 02: 8 Tuesdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $190 Instructor: Meléndez

INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY Allison Evans Owner & Operator, Allison Evans Photography For students who have completed a basic photography workshop or have equivalent experience, this course explores creative photography. We will examine light, composition, selective focus, vantage point, and context. We will have weekly assignments and work toward an independent project. Be prepared to work indoors and out, with both natural and studio lighting. We will also learn how to work with a live subject. We will briefly explore post-production processes: simple image alteration, noise reduction, printing, and storing images for easy retrieval. COURSE CODE: PBSS

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $200

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PHOTOGRAPHY, FILM & VIDEO: FILM & VIDEO

INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL SLR CAMERA

THE ART OF FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

Melinda Bruno-Smith Photographer, melindabruno.com Randall Warniers Photographer, warniers.net

Raúl Meléndez Photographer

Join us for an introduction to the technical and creative possibilities of photographing with your digital SLR camera. You will learn the basics of using your camera, including menus, settings, and photographic controls such as shutter speed and aperture, metering, focus, and white balance. Bring your digital SLR camera, connection cords, and instruction manual to class. Individual SLR cameras may vary widely, so to get the most from this course, you should be willing to become familiar with your camera’s user manual. COURSE CODE: DSLR

Sec. 01: 1 Saturday, 9am-4:45pm. Jan. 18 | $126 Instructor: TBA Sec. 02: 1 Sunday, 9am-4:45pm. Jan. 26 | $126 Instructor: Bruno-Smith Sec. 02: 1 Saturday, 9am-4:45pm. Feb. 8 | $126 Instructor: Warniers Sec. 03: 1 Sunday, 9am-4:45pm. Feb. 23 | $126 Instructor: Bruno-Smith Sec. 04: 1 Saturday, 9am-4:45pm. Mar. 8 | $126 Instructor: Warniers Sec. 06: 1 Sunday, 9am-4:45pm. Mar. 16 | $126 Instructor: TBA

Want to understand and control flash (strobe) lighting? Learn what causes “red eye” and how to eliminate it, as well as how to obtain professional studio lighting anywhere with minimal equipment and a few simple techniques. We will cover what all the mysterious colors and numbers mean on your flash, changing the direction of the flash (bouncing), and using inexpensive homemade devices to improve the quality of the light for more flattering pictures. COURSE CODE: FL SH

Sec. 01: 3 Fridays, 7-9pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $110

PEOPLE PICTURES: HOW TO CREATE AUTHENTIC PORTRAITS Raúl Meléndez Photographer It is part of our human nature to be interested in and attracted to others. We will explore what makes a great portrait and how to shoot images of our family members, strangers, and even ourselves. We will discuss lighting and composition options as well as how to capture the emotions of our subjects. Finally, we’ll learn how to retouch minor blemishes and make our subjects look their best using Adobe Photoshop. COURSE CODE: POPH

Sec. 01: 7 Tuesdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $175

BLACK & WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY

PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPOSITION

Skip Schiel Independent Photographer, teeksaphoto.org

Raúl Meléndez Photographer

The craft of black and white photography continues to have appeal. A reduction of the world (or an expansion) to shades of gray both simplifies and can make more compelling our usual reality. We will concentrate on basics: materials, techniques, and traditions of the craft that render an impression into an image. The workshop will highlight ways of seeing and recording light, principles of composition, simple chemistry and optics, the rudiments of darkroom practice, and various modes of altering and combining the photos (including electronic imaging).

Whether you photograph with a film or a digital camera, composition is the visual language of photography. In this course, we will move beyond simply “taking pictures,” to study the many elements that go in creating a successful photograph. Aside from components in composition, we will also observe many photographers’ work to learn how to see and read images. There will be visual exercises, discussion, and critiques. COURSE CODE: PHCM

Sec. 01: 4 Fridays, 7-9pm. Begins Feb. 28 | $125

C O U R S E C O D E : BW P H

Sec. 01: Saturday & Sunday, 1-4pm. Begins Feb. 1 | $109

MOVIES: “THE CULMINATION OF OSCAR SEASON”

PANORAMIC PHOTOGRAPHY

Daniel Gewertz Freelance Writer

Skip Schiel Independent Photographer, teeksaphoto.org Digital equipment and techniques make panoramic photography — constructed from separate images, horizontally usually but also vertically — much simpler. Thru a combination of fieldwork and later computer processing, we’ll explore this burgeoning field. C O U R S E C O D E : PA N O

Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 10am-1pm. Begins Jan. 30 | $109

Every January and February, the last of the Oscar hopefuls are released to Boston movie theaters; this slew of studio and indie films deemed (possibly) worthy of Oscar nods arrive in one last annual gasp of good cinema. So we’ve scheduled this long-running yet periodic movie-discussion group for the culmination of Oscar season. Each week, we will choose the most intriguing and discussion-worthy new films in Boston-area movie houses. After viewing the chosen movie on your own, we’ll engage in lively analysis and consideration. C O U R S E C O D E : O S CA

WINTER LIGHT WORKSHOP: PHOTOGRAPHING THE EMERALD NECKLACE Skip Schiel Independent Photographer, teeksaphoto.org To better understand how to photographically work with winter light, we’ll photographically explore selections from Boston’s paramount environmental treasure, the Emerald Necklace. Designed by Frederick Law Olmstead in the late 1800s, the park includes Castle Island, Franklin Park, Arnold Arboretum, Jamaica Way, River Way, the Fenway, and the Commonwealth Mall. This workshop is for fairly proficient photographers; basic photo experience (preferably with manually operated equipment) is required. COURSE CODE: PEMN

Sec. 01: 2 Saturday photo sessions: Jan. 18, 2-5pm & Jan. 25, 6:309:30pm. 2 Friday review sessions: Jan. 24 & 31, 6-8:30pm | $150

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $88

SHOOT, EDIT, BURN, STREAM: DIGITAL VIDEO EDITING Edward Imbier Join us for outdoor shooting and video editing, whether you are a novice or experienced. Teams will create video segments using high-definition camcorders, smartphones, or DSLR cameras, and these will be combined, mixed, and edited in a Mac computer lab. We’ll explore how to develop a shooter’s eye, plan your production, deal with problem situations, capture intelligible sound, and understand camcorder key controls. You will learn the editing process as well as DVD authoring, burning, and sharing. COURSE CODE: EDTB

Sec. 01: Saturday & Sunday, 9:30am-3pm. Begins Mar. 22 | $135

H O L LY FA I R

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 4 10AM– 6PM

The oldest craft fair in Cambridge

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1 5 1 2PM–5PM

The smell of warm wassail wafts through the historic Brattle House, doors and stairways are festooned with fragrant balsam swags, and music drifts out into a crisp December Harvard Square weekend. Glittering ornaments, handmade cards and clothing, finely crafted jewelry, and much more is offered for sale by local artists. And tasty fare, both sweet and savory will be served by the kitchen. Come for the whole day!

All proceeds from Holly Fair benefit the Center’s scholarships and public programming.

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LEADERSHIP DONORS The Cambridge Center for Adult Education is dedicated to creating a safe, comfortable space for people to learn and grow. But we can’t do it without your help. Financial contributions from people like you ensure that the Center is able to:

• Offer scholarships to students in need • Provide a 25 percent discount to seniors • Repair and restore our beloved historic buildings

We thank the following Leadership Donors for keeping our classes open and accessible to all: Anonymous

Helen W. Donovan and Holly G. Nixholm

Jean and David Nathan

The Alchemy Foundation

Eastern Bank

Christian Nolen and Susan Denny

David and Sharman Altshuler

Robert Elmer

Carol A. Pechet

Jeannette Atkinson

Dr. Joyce B. Friedman

Hanna and James Bartlett

Gertrude and Arthur Golden

Harold Whitworth Pierce Charitable Trust

Tod Beaty

Michael and Susan Goldman

William and LuAnn Polk

Edward L. Bernays Foundation, Inc.

Donald and Dorothy Gonson

Jonathan and Amy Poorvu

Hilary and Phil Burling

Hammond Real Estate

William and Lia Poorvu

Jon Bush

Susan Hartnett and Wayne Raila

Frances G. and Harold I. Pratt

Dan Calano and Kate Thompson

Harvard University

Prince Lobel Tye LLP

Cambridge Arts Council

Doris Held

Olive Higgins Prouty Foundation

Cambridge Historical Commission

John Herron, Jr. and Julia L. Moore

Jan and Joseph Roller, II

Cambridge Savings Charitable Foundation

Romer and Deming Holleran

Rick Schwartz

Irving House

Jeannie and Mason Smith

Cambridge Trust

Patricia and John Jacoby

Fredericka and Howard Stevenson

Fay M. Chandler

Jane Katims and Daniel Perlman

Patricia and David Straus

Iris S. Chandler

Mopsy Strange Kennedy

Edith V. and Tadhg Sweeney

Patricia P. Chappell

Massachusetts Cultural Council

TechFoundation

Charitable Friends of Digamma Building, LLC

Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati

Trinity Property Management

Lindsay Leard-Coolidge and Charles Coolidge

Susan Eldredge Mead and Kirtland Mead

Barbara and Chuck Waite

Mary Coolidge

Mary Katherine Metcalfe and Langdon B. Wheeler

Emilie Welles Foundation

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Amy L. Domini Thornton Wendy Weiss and Stephen E. Shay

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Policies

POLICIES

Enrollment limits Register early! The Center reserves the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment or space considerations. Registration fees There is a $6 registration fee per person per term. If your tuition for the term is less than $25, the registration fee will be waived. This fee is refundable if your class is cancelled or changes to the class schedule by the Center make it so that you are unable to attend. Withdrawing from a course If you request to withdraw from a course at least one week prior to the start of your course or event, you may receive a credit towards any course within the next three years or a refund (minus a $10 refund processing fee). Withdrawls less than one week prior to the start of a class will result in a course credit only. Events under $25 are nonrefundable and are only given a course credit. Transferring to another course You may transfer out of a one- or two-session course or program provided you notify us at least one business day prior to the start time of the first session. You may transfer out of a course with three or more sessions provided you notify us prior to the second session. There are no refunds for transfers, but price differences may be applied to another course within the next three years. Cancellation or schedule change If the Center cancels your course or changes the class schedule so that you are unable to attend, you may receive a refund or a course credit. View a full list of our policies at CCAE.org/policies.

Production Notes Custom printing by Dig Publishing LLC, 242 East Berkeley St., Boston, MA 02118 Photographs on page 42, front and back cover by Skip Schiel, Teeksa Photography (teeksaphoto.org).

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William M. Polk President

Susan Hartnett Executive Director

Terry Byrne Director of Development

Tod Beaty Vice President

Mimi Do Chief Financial Officer

Charles Thaxton Development Associate

Jonathan H. Poorvu Vice President

Beccah Sparkes Chief Strategy Officer

Marketing & Communications

Michael Goldman Treasurer

Programs

Marcos Espinel Clerk

Michelle Baxter Program Director

Mimi de Quesada Director of Marketing & Communications

Sharman Altshuler

Obi Carrion Director of Student Services

Hilary H. Burling Kris Butler Iris S. Chandler Mary H. Coolidge Elizabeth Coxe Darlene Ellis-Donahue S. Donald Gonson John Herron, Jr. Patricia Jacoby Jane Katims Lindsay Leard-Coolidge Gail Mazur Susan Eldredge Mead Christian Nolen Mary H. Power Natalie Wigotsky Reed Fredericka Stevenson David G. Strachan, Jr.

Julia Cavallaro Program Director Liz Ging Interim Program Director Julie Lavoie Program Director Registration & Welcome Center Seychelle Dunn Welcome Assistant Patricia Estrela Welcome Associate & Model Coordinator

Francesca Felgar Marketing & Communications Associate Finance & Operations Leonel Argueta Caretaker Manual Argueta Caretaker Bob Bear Building Coordinator Patricia Brinkman Business Manager Hesse Phillips Interim Operations Manager

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Public Transportation

The Center holds most classes in three buildings located in Harvard Square:

Take the MBTA Red Line, or any of many bus routes, to Harvard Square. See map for walking directions to our buildings.

Brattle House

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Blacksmith House

Before 3:30pm: First two hours discounted $1 per hour.

56 Brattle Street 617.583.5651

3:30pm-1am, Monday through Friday: Purchase a $6 sticker at the Center; you won’t pay again at the garage.

12 Plympton Street

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617.497.0423

Before 5pm: First two hours discounted $1 per hour.

From Harvard Square, walk to the Harvard Book Store at 1256 Massachusetts Avenue, then take a right on Plympton Street. The building is set back on the left, and classrooms are on the second floor.

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“ The Center makes me feel good and comfortable about leaving my room and trying to speak English. It’s more than just an ESL institute. I want to try classes in cooking, music, and art, too. Plus, I met my best friend here!” — Hui, from Thailand at ChoCho’s Restaurant

YOU MAKE IT HAPPEN Each year, more than 1,000 students from 40 different countries take English classes at the Cambridge Center for Adult Education, building their self-confidence along with grammar and vocabulary. The Center’s dedicated teachers and affordable prices make it easy for English language learners at every level to improve. Thanks to you, we are also able to provide many ESL students with scholarship support. Be a part of it. Support the Cambridge Center for Adult Education, where you make it happen. To make a donation, please visit CCAE.org or call 617.547.6789. Orawan (Hui) Saejao emigrated from Thailand two years ago. She works at ChoCho’s Korean Restaurant in Porter Square and has been taking ESL classes at CCAE since she arrived.

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Nurture a lifetime of curiosity at The Center.

A REAL NEW ORLEANS MARDI GRAS! Rembs Layman & Kris Butler, page 7

APHRODISIAC COCKTAILS Harmony Dawn & Meaghan Sinclair, page 11

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE Sara Vallesteros, page 17

A DICKENS SEMINAR: OLIVER TWIST Susan Glassman, page 31

BEGINNING ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Tracy Marks, page 46

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT 101 Eric Berke, page 48

UKULELE WINTER WORKSHOPS: A SATURDAY SERIES FOR STRING STRUMMERS Danno Sullivan, page 41

BOLLYWOOD DANCING Sarina Sadana, page 38

YOGA FOR A BETTER BACK Eric Bornstein, page 15

COMICS & SEQUENTIAL ART Christopher Stetson Wilson, page 60

STAINED GLASS DESIGN Michel L’Huillier, page 64

WINTER LIGHT WORKSHOP: PHOTOGRAPHING THE EMERALD NECKLACE Skip Schiel, page 67

The Cambridge Center for Adult Education is located at 42 Brattle Street in Cambridge (Harvard Square). For registration and other information, call 617.547.6789 or visit us online at CCAE.org.

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