Winter 2024 Catalog by Cambridge Center for Adult Education

WINTER 2024 JANUARY-MARCH  ONLINE AND IN-PERSON CLASSES  CCAE.ORG

Our Mission

To offer a wide range of engaging, affordable, high-quality classes to curious adults, in a welcoming community that sparks creativity, exploration, and growth.

Who We Are

Established in 1870, Cambridge Center for Adult Education is a non-profit organization located in the heart of Harvard Square. We provide exceptional handson multidisciplinary educational classes, from art and cooking, to theater and life & wellness, to languages and literature. We welcome students from all walks of life to join us to expand your worldview, develop your professional skill set, take up a new hobby, or simply to have fun and make new friends in a community of life-long learners. Diverse Classes Fun and Supportive Atmosphere Welcoming Community Knowledgeable Instructors Central Location

Catalog Directory R E GISTR ATIO N AND GE NE R A L INFORMATION www.ccae.org

Phone: 617-547-6789

Location: 42 & 56 Brattle Street, Harvard Square Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9113, Cambridge, MA 02238-9113

R E G IST E R ON LINE AT C CA E .ORG W I NT E R R EGISTR ATION OPE NS Wednesday, November 8, 2023

CL AS S CAT EG O R I E S FOOD & WINE

Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Wine & Spirits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

BUSINESS, FINANCE & TECHNOLOGY . . . . . 13 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE . . . . . . . 16 ESL Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Level Descriptions for ESL & World Languages . . . . . . . . . . 21

WORLD LANGUAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 HUMANITIES

W I NT E R T E R M START S

Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Art History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 History & Contemporary Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Monday, January 8, 2024

O F FICE HOURS

Monday–Thursday: 9am–8pm

VISUAL ARTS & CRAFTS

Friday: 9am–7pm

Saturday–Sunday: 9am–4pm December 26-29: 9am-3pm

Office hours are subject to change. See ccae.org for more details.

H O L IDAYS

CCAE will be closed and no classes will be held on

Christmas – December 23-25

New Year’s Eve and Day – December 30-January 1 Martin Luther King Jr. Day – January 15, 2024 Presidents’ Day – February 19, 2024

CO N NECT W ITH U S facebook thecambridgecenter instagram @cambridgecenter

Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Painting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Studio School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Watercolor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Printmaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Woodworking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Fiber Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Multimedia & Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

PERFORMING ARTS

Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

LIFE & WELLNESS

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Mind & Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

CL AS S FOR M AT

Blacksmith House Poetry Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Classes meet in-person at CCAE, online via Zoom, and offsite. The class formats are denoted with the following icons: Online

Offsite

In-Person at CCAE

Offsite & Online

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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Image Credits, unless otherwise noted: © Romana Vysatova

LET THIS BE

A CAMPAIGN TO SUSTAIN OUR COMMUNITY The Year of Inspiration campaign asks CCAE community members to

come together to raise $125,000 all by December 31st, 2023. As you explore your newest hobby, latest interest, or current passion in one of our classes, consider giving back to CCAE. Twenty percent of our

sustaining revenue comes from donations! Every contribution counts!

Every Contribution Counts!

Donate digitally via ccae.org/donate.

Make use of the QR code or email Development Manager Jessie Strauss at jessie.strauss@ccae.org.

Food & Wine “I have experienced many apertivos in Italy and Hannah [Morrow] recreated it beautifully for this CCAE class. The food choices were interesting and truly delicious. I was transported!” —ELIZABETH V., VENETIAN APERTIVO HOUR

Vegetarian

COOKING TEA AND FOOD PAIRING

TERPENE HONEY AND CHEESE PAIRING

Ploy Khunisorn | Ploy’s Kitchen, ployskitchen.com

Hannah Morrow | Cheesemonger, MA Gastronomy

Join Ploy, a certified tea master, to explore the history, processing techniques, and culture of different artisan teas with food. In the first half of the class, we’ll prepare delicious appetizers including grilled pear honey crostini, ham and cheese roll-ups, BBQ meatballs, sausage potato turnovers, and chocolate mousse shooters. In the second half of the class, while learning about steeping techniques, we will taste various artisan teas with delicious food to experience and appreciate the culture and craftsmanship. COURSE CODE: TEFO Sec. 01: Sunday, 11am-2pm. Mar. 17 | $110

T H E CO S T O F T U I T I O N COV E R S A L L F O O D A N D B E V E R AG E S F E E S F O R I N - P E R S O N C L A S S E S .

Have you ever wondered what “Tangerine Dream” tastes like? Terpenes are flavor compounds predominantly found in plants. They’re often structurally recreated in labs and re-introduced to products such as perfume to help create scents or flavors as desired. Strain-specific terpenes can be directly isolated from plants in a natural CO2 extraction, in this case utilizing the cannabis plant, without the inclusion of cannabinoids such as THC or CBD so you’re left with the pure essence of the plant flavor-wise without any of the psychoactive effects or plant matter. In this class we’ll experience strain-specific terpenes safely extracted in a lab from plants grown and harvested in Maine, combined with complex and diverse domestic and international honeys. Additionally, we’ll pair the honey with cheese, layering flavors of terpenes and honey on top. If you’re into extreme flavors and experimental pairings, this is an introduction into an untapped market, combining natural animal and plant products. COURSE CODE: TERP Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-7:30pm. Jan. 17 | $95

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Food & Wine

CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY WITH YOUR FAVORITE PERSON AT CCAE BE MY VALENTINE: FRENCH DINNER FOR TWO

VALENTINE’S DAY IN SPAIN: CLASSIC TAPAS

Evelyn Schichner | Culinary Instructor

Luis de Haro | Spanish Cuisine Expert, Chef

What a better way to spend Valentine’s Day than sharing a fun-filled evening of cooking classic French dishes together. To complete the evening you’ll be sitting down to eat your creations with a lovely glass (or two) of French wine. Join chef Evelyn and learn French cooking techniques adapted to the American kitchen and create an exciting menu. It consists of a surprise amuse bouche, soupe aux pois à la Française (a classic French pea soup), poulet wellington (chicken breast stuffed with a duxelle filling, wrapped in puff pastry), pommes de terre duchesse (duchess potatoes), tomates confites (sautéed cherry tomatoes), salade verte (green salad), fromage à la poire (cheese & pear plate), tarte au chocolat (chocolate tart) and French wine from the Loire Valley. Tuition is per pair.

COURSE CODE: VSPN Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Feb. 9 | $200

C O U R S E C O D E : F RV D Sec. 01: Wednesday, 5-9pm. Feb. 14 | $225

COUPLE’S COOKING: VALENCIA PAELLA

VALENTINE’S DAY SPARKLING WINE AND CHEESE PAIRING

Join Chef Luis and learn how to make the world’s most renowned rice dish, paella mixta. Luis’ authentic version contains shrimp, mussels, chicken, saffron, pimentos, peas, tomatoes, scallops or squid (depending on the season), and more. Because it takes time to make an authentic paella, we will start our night off with some simple tapas and a classic green salad from Spain and real sangria while the paella is cooking. You’ll learn about what distinguishes mediocre paella from exceptional paella, why to use the best type of rice from Spain and premium quality saffron from La Mancha, as well as other tools and ingredients to choose from. We will end our night with Chef Luis’ famous flan. Tuition is per pair.

Dagmar Smith | Chef, Graduate: Cambridge School of Culinary Arts Join us for a Valentine’s date night with this fizzy wine tasting. We’ll talk about methods for making sparkling wines, regions where they are produced, and when and how to best enjoy them. There will be reasonably priced sparkling wines from different countries and they will be accompanied by some delicious cheeses and other tasty bites. Tuition is per pair. C O U R S E C O D E : V DAY Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-8pm. Feb. 14 | $200

BASIC CULINARY SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES Dagmar Smith | Chef, Graduate: Cambridge School of Culinary Arts

This class is for students who want to develop classic cooking skills that will help them understand recipes as well as how to confidently improvise in the kitchen. The class covers essential knife skills, cuts of meat, where to shop, and kitchen equipment. The first two nights will emphasize learning how to use knives effectively. Each night of this hands-on cooking class, students will make a complete meal from appetizer to dessert. Recipes will include: baked salmon, rice pilaf, oven roasted vegetables, BBQ braised chicken, chocolate chip cookies, chili, shredded salad, many muffins, pan-seared sirloin steak and much more. This class is best suited for beginner cooks. COURSE CODE: BCST Sec. 01: 6 Tuesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $450

This Valentine’s Day we’re bringing a taste of Spain to you! In Spain, there is no better way to show someone you appreciate them than with delicious food and a glass of something lovely. We will start with a few tapas and a glass of sparkling cava from Spain followed by Manchego cheese with quince and red sweet stuffed piquillo peppers, Antonia’s Salmorejo (creamy gazpacho from Cordoba), gambas al ajillo (Spanish garlic shrimp), and seafood fideua (a Valencian dish which uses a paella pan with special pasta instead of rice). A decadent olive oil almond chocolate mousse will be our dessert. Tuition is per pair.

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Luis de Haro | Spanish Cuisine Expert, Chef

C O U R S E C O D E : C PA L Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Feb. 23 | $200

BASIC COOKING SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES, PART 2 Dagmar Smith | Chef, Graduate: Cambridge School of Culinary Arts

Using internationally inspired recipes, each evening of this hands-on cooking class will highlight a central ingredient or theme. There will be one night each of chicken, beef, seafood, and vegetarian dishes. Each class will include a soup, an appetizer or first course, and an entree made with the featured ingredient(s). Recipes will include: chicken hot and sour soup, Moroccan chicken, parchment wrapped salmon, beef goulash, and vegetarian maki rolls. This class is for students who have previously taken Basic Culinary Skills at CCAE or who already have some kitchen experience and beginner knife skills. Contact the instructor via info@ ccae.org if you have questions. COURSE CODE: BCS2 Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Feb. 20 | $300

Food & Wine

COUPLE’S COOKING: KOREAN KITCHEN Ploy Khunisorn | Ploy’s Kitchen, ployskitchen.com

One of the most healthful Asian cuisines, delicious Korean cuisine features mainly vegetables and harmonized sauces. In this hands-on class, we will make delicious chicken bibimbap, a rice bowl with chicken, seasoned spinach, cucumber salad, kimchi, egg, and delicious sauce. We’ll also make Korean Japchae, sweet potato noodles stir-fried with vegetables. We’ll finish the class with delicious poached apples with ginger. Tuition is per pair. C O U R S E C O D E : C O KO Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Mar. 1 | $200

HOW TO BE A CHOCOLATE SOMMELIER Victoria Kichuk | Professional Chocophile, cocoabeantown.com

There are over 400 different aromatic flavor profiles recognized in cacao, the bean we use to make chocolate, which is more than double what is available in wine. Most industrial, mass-produced chocolate, however, is made in a way that mutes these nuances in favor of being a sugar-forward experience. In this course, we will take you through the exercise of tasting chocolate like an expert, and help you to get started on your journey of exploring the subtleties of craft chocolate, with all of the layers of flavor that good chocolate makers are able to coax from those beautiful beans. COURSE CODE: CSOM Sec. 01: Monday, 6-8pm. Jan. 29 | $85

VALENTINE’S THEMED BUTTERCREAM CAKE DECORATING FOR BEGINNERS Micaela Yang | Owner, Sheeps & Flour Sweet Creations

This class will cover the basic concepts and techniques of buttercream cake decorating. No matter your background or cake decorating skill level, this class will get you in the kitchen baking and decorating your heart out! And these won’t be those traditional, cheesy old-looking cakes. Learn new and fun hacks broken down by themes and skills. This class will be Valentine’s themed but the techniques learned can be applied to any occasion. Frosting and decorating tools will be provided. Please bring a 6 or 8 inch unfrosted cake or a styrofoam dummy cake to decorate and a box or cake carrier to transport your finished cake. Come be surprised by what you didn’t know you could create! C O U R S E C O D E : VA F R Sec. 01: Monday, 6-9pm. Feb. 12 | $85

BASIC KNIFE SKILLS

PROTEIN THREE WAYS

Malcolm Jackson | Recipe Developer, Culinary Instructor

Honing your knife skills is the most important way to finesse your artistry in the kitchen. Through a combination of demonstration and class practice, you will learn how to chop, dice, and slice like a pro. Students will learn cutting techniques for a variety of different vegetables and will practice with guidance from the instructor. You’ll also learn about sharpening your knife, the many different types of knives and their applications, as well as general knife care. At the end of the night we’ll make a meal which showcases all the cuts including an herbed vegetable and red lentil soup, ratatouille, and apple crisp. COURSE CODE: KNIF Sec. 01: Monday, 5:30-9pm. Feb. 26 | $100

COOKING WITH CAST IRON Malcolm Jackson | Recipe Developer, Culinary Instructor

Cast iron skillets are one of the chef’s favorite cookware because of its unparalleled heat retention and non-stick properties. Students will learn how to optimize temperature when cooking a variety of proteins and vegetables, including salmon, steak, eggs, and potatoes. We’ll talk about different types of cast iron pans and how to buy, use, maintain, and—most importantly— season them. COURSE CODE: IRON Sec. 01: Monday, 6-9pm. Mar. 4 | $95

Mystified by meat? In this class we will debunk various cuts of meat and their methods of preparation including dry and wet methods of cooking. Learn how to achieve perfectly crispy seared chicken, reverse seared steak, and a delicious poached fish. Cooking with an immersion circulator (sous vide) will also be discussed and demonstrated. The techniques utilized are foundational culinary skills and are applicable across multiple types of dishes. C O U R S E C O D E : P R OT Sec. 01: Monday, 6-9pm. Mar. 11 | $110

FUNDAMENTAL TECHNIQUES: SOUPS & STOCKS Malcolm Jackson | Recipe Developer, Culinary Instructor

Understanding how to make a good stock is a critical skill in the kitchen, not only for good soups, but for any number of dishes. This class covers both meat based and vegetarian based stocks. We’ll learn how to make an incredible tomato soup, a leek and potato soup, and a seasonal meat and vegetable based soup utilizing the meat stock made in class. C O U R S E C O D E : S TO K Sec. 01: Monday, 6-9pm. Mar. 18 | $95

Food & Wine

PARENT AND CHILD: ROYAL ICING COOKIE DECORATING

AFTERNOON TEA

Micaela Yang | Owner, Sheeps & Flour Sweet Creations

Tea and pastries are a match made in heaven. Join Ploy, a certified tea master, who will teach you how to prepare sweet and savory selections as well as several choices of teas. In the first half of the class, we’ll make English tea sandwiches, scones, and sweet pastries. In the second half of the class, we’ll pair teas with the food that we’ve just made and learn about the history and culture of tea, and how to steep it to bring the best flavors.

Decorate cookies side-by-side with your child in this fun, family-friendly cookie decorating class! You’ll learn how to decorate your own set of adorable Easter cookies, but the techniques used can apply to decorating cookies for any occasion. In addition to learning the step-by-step process of decorating cookies with royal icing, you’ll also be provided with many other tips and tricks along the way. You don’t need any prior experience for this class. Tuition is for both parent and child. COURSE CODE: ICIN Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Mar. 22 | $120

PARENT AND CHILD: CHOCOLATE ART Linda Khachadurian | Chipper Confections Sugar Art, @chipperconfections

Join Linda, a professional chocolate and sugar artist, who will guide you and your child as you make chocolate art of your choice such as chocolate bunnies, eggs, and more. You and your child will leave the class with your own unique chocolate decorative pieces. We only use chocolate made from responsibly sourced cacao. Tuition is for a parent and a child. COURSE CODE: KDCH Sec. 01: Saturday 11am-1pm. Mar. 9 | $130

SCIENCE AND ART OF SUGAR SCULPTURES Linda Khachadurian | Chipper Confections Sugar Art, @chipperconfections

Watch a sugar piece come to life as you learn the basic science of isomalt, a sugar derived from sugar beets, and why this compound disaccharide is a more durable and glossier option for sculptures than sucrose. Students will also learn casting, pulling, and blowtorching techniques and various coloring options, including the use of edible markers. You’ll leave with your very own sugar sculpture. COURSE CODE: ISOM Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-8:30pm. Feb. 28 | $85

EXPLORING ART MOVEMENTS THROUGH PLATED DESSERTS: POP ART & THE RISE OF ARTISTS AS ACTIVISTS Linda Khachadurian | Chipper Confections Sugar Art, @chipperconfections

During this part lecture, part hands-on confectionary art class, we’ll learn about the artists of the pop art movement that burst onto the scene in the UK and US during the 1950s, marking the beginning of the trend of artists as activists. We’ll craft an original recipe representing the artists’ works in aesthetics and flavors, incorporating the saturated hues and commercialized renderings of Andy Warhol’s screenprints with the graffiti style cartoonish silhouettes of Keith Haring’s paintings: a mini ruby chocolate cheesecake abloom with a banana taffy rose enshrined in a sugar dome punctuated with chocolate bourbon bites and white chocolate popping candy pearls. Whether one has synesthesia, possesses only a somewhat heightened sensory awareness, or is merely curious to explore how flavors correspond to shapes and colors, this class will inspire art history and confectionary enthusiasts to explore beyond the common sensory constraints. C O U R S E C O D E : PA R T Sec. 01: Monday, 5:30-9pm. Mar. 13 | $90 6

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Ploy Khunisorn | Ploy’s Kitchen, ployskitchen.com

COURSE CODE: TEAS Sec. 01: Saturday, 11am-2pm. Feb. 10 | $105

SPANISH SWEETS Sabrina Pashtan | Graduate of La Escuela de Cocina Luis Irizar

Join us as we explore the world of traditional Spanish desserts, steeped in regional traditions from the Iberian peninsula. We will prepare a Tarta de Queso de la Vina (burnt Basque cheesecake), Tarta De Santiago, Gateau Basque, and the traditional Pantxineta (Basque puff pastry with cream). COURSE CODE: SPSW Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-9pm. Feb. 15 | $85

CHEESES OF NEW ENGLAND Hannah Morrow | Cheesemonger, MA Gastronomy

Though the US isn’t historically known for cheese, many incredible American cheeses are now being produced nationally and even locally. Here in MA, we’re lucky enough to be close to Vermont—an eastern cheese Mecca, with notable cheeses coming from other Eastern states as well. In this class we’ll try unique New England cheeses to understand the influence of American terroir and technique on old-world-influenced cheese styles. COURSE CODE: CHZN Sec. 01: Monday, 6-8pm. Jan. 8 | $80

Food & Wine

GALETTE DES ROIS Evelyn Schichner | Culinary Instructor

The galette des rois, celebrating Epiphany, the day the Three Kings (les rois) visited the infant Jesus, is baked throughout January in France. Composed of two circles of puff pastry sandwiching a frangipani filling, each comes with a crown and always has a trinket, called a fève, or bean, baked into it. It’s an invitation to gather, as much as a party game as pastry—if your slice has the fève, you get the crown and the right to be king or queen for the day. In this class you will be making the puff pastry, the frangipani, and constructing and baking the galette complete with a fève! COURSE CODE: GARO Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-9pm. Jan. 10 | $85

LAMINATED DOUGHS: CROISSANTS & MORE Evelyn Schichner | Culinary Instructor

Laminated dough isn’t just for croissants! In this class we will not only be making the classic croissant but also pain au chocolat, pain au raisins, and Danish filled with crème pâtissière and fruit. Evelyn will demonstrate proper techniques for rolling, shaping, and baking laminated doughs. Understanding the fundamentals of laminated dough will provide you with the skills and techniques to pursue other advanced pastry endeavors such as puff pastry. COURSE CODE: ICRC Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-9pm. Jan. 24 | $85

PARISIAN MACARONS Evelyn Schichner | Culinary Instructor

French macarons are sweeping the nation! These delicate and colorful almond confectioneries can be a sweet ending to a meal or just a snack. You’ll learn step-by-step techniques on how to make two different macaron flavored shells, chocolate and raspberry, and two fillings, dark chocolate and white chocolate with raspberries. C O U R S E C O D E : M AC A Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-9pm. Mar. 14 | $85

YOU MAY ALSO BE INTERESTED IN SE DÉBROUILLER EN FRANÇAIS: HOW TO GET BY IN FRENCH AND TRAVEL SUCCESSFULLY TO FRANCE ON PAGE 24 A BOULANGERIE: BAGUETTES & FOUGASSE Evelyn Schichner | Culinary Instructor

When walking down the streets of Paris nothing is more pleasing than catching the aroma of fresh baked breads coming from a Boulangerie. In this class you will learn how to make the official french baguette traditionnelle. You will also learn how to create a fougasse, flavored with herbs and shaped into a leaf and as a special add-on, a Mediterranean favorite, focaccia, which you’ll create a piece of art using fresh vegetables. You’ll learn about concepts, terms, and techniques to bake these delicious breads at home. Whether a beginner or a seasoned baker, you will enjoy!

DIM SUM FOR BEGINNERS Jade Li | Cooking Instructor and Chef, @yucancook

Dim sum is the perfect way to experience how diverse and flavorful Chinese cuisine can be. Dim sum includes snacks and small dishes of different flavors and textures along with tea over conversation. In this fun hands-on class, we’ll talk about the history, etiquette and classic dishes of dim sum. We’ll make popular dim sum dishes from Jade’s hometown including steamed spareribs with rice flour, pearl meatballs, a vegetable side dish, and a tomato egg drop soup. COURSE CODE: DIMS Sec. 01: Sunday, 12-3pm. Jan. 14 | $95

CHINESE DUMPLINGS Jade Li | Cooking Instructor and Chef, @yucancook

Join Jade for a traditional Chinese dumpling feast where we’ll pinch, squeeze, and pleat our way to a succulent and satisfying meal. We will make traditional boiled dumplings served with soy dipping sauces and pan-fry others for crispy potstickers. Using pork, Napa cabbage, Chinese chives, & seafood, we’ll make various traditional fillings from scratch. Enjoy a dumpling feast in this introductory class and take home the rest. COURSE CODE: DMPL Sec. 01: Sunday, 12-3pm. Feb. 18 | $95

HAND-PULLED NOODLES FROM SCRATCH Jade Li | Cooking Instructor and Chef, @yucancook

Across China, there are many ways to make noodles, but the distinct, toothsome chew from fresh noodles cannot be beaten. Hand-pulled noodles, as the name suggests, are made with wheat dough that is rolled and stretched by hand into long strips and then cooked immediately after pulling. Chef Jade will guide you through all of the essential tips and techniques to create these comforting and craveable noodles at home. We’ll load the noodles with flavor by turning them into a savory Chinese beef stew and spicy vegetarian Dan Dan noodles. COURSE CODE: NODL Sec. 01: Saturday, 12-3pm. Feb. 24 | $95

C O U R S E C O D E : B AG G Sec. 01: Saturday, 11am-3pm. Mar. 23 | $110

Food & Wine

CHINESE STEAMED BAO

TIKKA, KORMA, AND NAAN

Jade Li | Cooking Instructor and Chef, @yucancook

Ashwini Ramanisankar | Cooking Instructor and Entrepreneur

C O U R S E C O D E : B B AO Sec. 01: Saturday, 12-3:30pm. Mar. 30 | $100

COURSE CODE: TIKA Sec. 01: Saturday, 12-3pm. Jan. 27 | $95

Come see for yourself why steamed buns (bao) are such a popular staple in Chinese cuisine. We will use traditional steamers to make plain, savory, and sweet Bao in a variety of shapes and sizes. We’ll make the yeasted dough from scratch and turn them into delicious sweet and savory steamed buns including tofu and glass noodles bao, Hanamaki spring onion and Sichuan pepper bao, and Red Bean Paste Bao. You’ll learn different folding techniques and how to steam them.

THAI STREET FOOD Ploy Khunisorn | Ploy’s Kitchen, ployskitchen.com

The sights, sounds, and flavors of Thailand burst through its street food. Often called the street food capital of the world, Bangkok’s signature cuisine offers unique ingredients, cooking styles, and dish garnishes. Join Ploy, a native Thai, who will teach you how to make authentic recipes that Thai people cook in Thailand. We’ll make Thai rainbow salad, egg noodle curry (Khao Soi) with chicken, mango sticky rice, and butterfly pea flower limeade tea. COURSE CODE: AROI Sec. 01: Sunday, 11am-2pm. Mar. 3 | $105

JAPANESE CHICKEN MISO RAMEN Ploy Khunisorn | Ploy’s Kitchen, ployskitchen.com

This class is not about instant ramen noodles, but it is about traditional homemade Japanese ramen. We’ll start making ramen soup broth and fresh ramen noodles from scratch. We’ll make and enjoy miso ramen with chashu chicken and Japanese marinated soft-boiled eggs (Aijitsuke Tamago). We’ll also make fresh salad with ginger soy dressing. COURSE CODE: JCMR Sec. 01: Sunday, 11am-2pm. Mar. 10 | $105

SOUTHERN INDIAN VEGETARIAN HARVEST (THALI) Ashwini Ramanisankar | Cooking Instructor and Entrepreneur

Experience a traditional south Indian lunch thali which includes six varieties of taste in one meal. This long-standing combination of dishes provides complete nutrition, minimizes cravings and aids digestion. Join us to cook and learn this menu: Rice, a lentil based soup-like gravy made from different vegetables, a lentil based accompaniment made from bottle gourd, stir fry made with carrot and beans, a deep fry dish made with potatoes and peas and a yummy, digestive soup with tamarind juice. C O U R S E C O D E : TA L I Sec. 01: Saturday, 12-3pm. Jan. 13 | $95

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Learn how to layer flavors using whole and ground spices to make the North Indian mother sauce. Using this base, we’ll make a silky tomato Tikka Masala with tofu or paneer. Then we’ll transform the mother sauce into a recipe for a cashew cardamom korma with seasonal veggies. You will also learn to make a fermented yogurt dough that forms the base for a classic Naan, and transform it into laminated parathas with crispy flakes.

GLUTEN FREE MASALA DOSA, IDLY, AND UTTAPAM Ashwini Ramanisankar | Cooking Instructor and Entrepreneur

Let’s spend a Saturday afternoon learning how to make dosa from scratch. Delicious and gluten-free, masala dosas 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 crêpes make for a healthy, light meal. We’ll use the same batter to make idly and uttapam, South Indian favorite breakfast dishes. COURSE CODE: DOSA Sec. 01: Saturday, 12-3pm. Feb. 3 | $95

VEGETARIAN SPANISH TAPAS Luis de Haro | Spanish Cuisine Expert, Chef

Madrid Spain is home to many vegetarian restaurants. Most tapas bars offer vegetarian tapas and some dishes are naturally vegetarian. In this class, we’ll learn various types of vegetarian tapas including, 6-month-aged Manchego cheese with Cordoba quince, classic Tortilla Espanola-paisana with exotic vegetables, our goat cheese tapa with caramelized onion, and sauteed mushrooms al ajillo (garlic) in XVOO and Spain sherry. We’ll also make the old-fashioned way classic Pisto Manchego from the land of Don Quixote. Tapas will be served with authentic sangria. A classic and easy-to-make Spanish Flan will top our vegetarian parade. COURSE CODE: VTPS Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Jan. 12 | $105

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A TASTE OF SOUTHERN SPAIN Luis de Haro | Spanish Cuisine Expert, Chef

Come join chef Luis de Haro, a native Spanish chef, and cook a delicious meal from Southern Spain. You’ll learn all about the authentic dishes and flavors of one of the most fascinating culinary regions. We’ll start with a taste of Spanish sherry, followed by Antonia’s Salmorejo (creamy gazpacho from Cordoba), Pipirana de Jaen ( julienne of vegetables with olive oil & sherry vinegar from Jaen), Chorizo al Vino Tinto (chorizo in red wine from Seville), and Ajo Colorao (red garlic fish stew from Almeria). We’ll finish the night with cinnamon ice cream and XVOO tortes from Seville. COURSE CODE: SSPN Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Mar. 8 | $105

BREAKFAST OF THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN Sabrina Pashtan | Graduate of La Escuela de Cocina Luis Irizar

Learn how to create the elements of a bountiful breakfast spread, perfect for an indulgent weekend meal. We will make Borekas filled with greens and cheese and a chopped salad, as well as cilbir (Turkish poached eggs with yogurt). You will also learn the basics of a foolproof sourdough bread that will complete any meal, and take home your own starter. We will put together a cheese board, fruit platter and plate the spread just as you would find in Israel or Turkey. COURSE CODE: MEDB Sec. 01: Sunday, 11am-2pm. Jan. 21 | $95

SEPHARDIC PESACH Sabrina Pashtan | Graduate of La Escuela de Cocina Luis Irizar

Join us as we discuss the elements of a traditional Sephardic Passover meal and prepare some classic dishes for the holiday, including gondi (Persian chickpea dumpling soup with chicken), Syrian meatballs with cherries, Amaretti cookies and a Moroccan orange salad. This class is open to anyone regardless of religious orientation. COURSE CODE: SEPH Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-9pm. Feb. 8 | $95

PLANT-BASED MEDITERRANEAN COOKING Sabrina Pashtan | Graduate of La Escuela de Cocina Luis Irizar

Plant-based dishes are the cornerstone of the Mediterranean. We will prepare a variety of delicious and nutritious recipes from around the Mediterranean, including fasolada, a Greek bean soup, Pilavuna loaf, a Turkish-inspired quick bread with feta and olives, and several salads. COURSE CODE: VMED Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-9pm. Mar. 6 | $95

MAKING PASTA FROM SCRATCH Diane Manteca | Private Chef, Culinary Instructor

Once you learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch you’ll never go back. Chef Diane will guide you through various flours and different hydrations for making pasta. We’ll cut different styles of long and short pasta with a pasta machine or by hand and also cover filled pasta, including different styles of ravioli. We’ll also make roasted pepper cream sauce and Italian marinara to serve with our fresh pasta and discuss how to buy a machine and take care of it. C O U R S E C O D E : PA S C Sec. 01: Saturday, 11am-2pm. Mar. 2 | $95

RAVIOLI WORKSHOP Diane Manteca | Private Chef, Culinary Instructor

Italy boasts delicious ravioli from all regions. In this class, we’ll make our pasta dough from scratch and then turn the dough into a sheet so that we can shape different styles of ravioli dumplings including large, square, half-moon ravioli filled with ricotta spinach, pumpkin, and wild mushrooms. We’ll finish with different sauces including vodka sauce, parmesan cream sauce, and roasted pepper pesto. C O U R S E C O D E : R AV I Sec. 01: Saturday, 11am-2pm. Mar. 16 | $95

SOUTH AFRICAN FAVORITES Michael McComas | Clarion graduate and founder of The Mechanics Writ

A continuing exploration of the cuisine where Asia, Africa, and Europe combine into a unique culinary culture. In this class, we will make potjie, a savory beef or lamb stew cooked slowly in a cast iron pot, copper penny salad, butternut squash in a Cape Malay style curry, and Telephone Pudding, a moist white cake flavored with fruit and drowned in a rich sauce. To start, we will have dukkah, a sesame seed and spice blend that is eaten with bread dipped in olive oil. COURSE CODE: SAFV Sec. 01: Saturday, 1-4pm. Feb. 17 | $95

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WARMING WINTER SOUPS Dagmar Smith | Chef, Graduate: Cambridge School of Culinary Arts Knowing the fundamentals of excellent soup is essential for your winter meal rotations. In this class you’ll learn how to make a flavorful vegetable broth which will be used in the soups we make, along with some recommendations for store bought alternatives. We’ll make a creamy roasted veggie soup, barley mushroom soup, a split pea and ham soup, plus more. We’ll also make cornbread muffins to accompany our soups. COURSE CODE: WSOU Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-9pm. Jan. 31 | $95

HISTORICAL CHINATOWN TOUR: CHINESE NEW YEAR SPECIAL EDITION AN AZERBAIJANI CELEBRATORY DINNER Michael McComas | Clarion graduate and founder of The Mechanics Writ

Set in the fertile Caspian basin at the crossroads of Persia and the levant, Azerbaijani food has its own unique character, combining the rice dishes and spices of the East, Mediterranean flavors, and luscious use of fruits and nuts that makes their cuisine unique. In this class, we will look at some of the dishes one would expect in a holiday or wedding meal: dovga soup, a creamy starter for the meal; Shah Plov, the “king pilaf”, chicken and saffron rice in a bread shell; lamb kebab with a tangy pomegranate molasses sauce for dipping; and cardamom-walnut cookies. COURSE CODE: AZDI Sec. 01: Sunday, 1-4pm. Feb. 25 | $95

CELEBRATING BURNS NIGHT Michael McComas | Clarion graduate and founder of The Mechanics Writ

Burns Night celebrates the birthday of the Scottish national poet, Robert Burns, on January 25. Fans and friends gather for Scottish food and libations, and to read poetry and sing songs by the poet. In this class, we will learn to make a Scottish supper and talk about traditions associated with the holiday. We will start with a soup, Cullen Skink, followed by a dinner of haggis, tatties and neeps, and a dessert of cranachan, a whipped cream dish with honey, toasted oats, and Scotch whisky. Kilts and tartan optional but encouraged for the dinner! COURSE CODE: BURN Sec. 01: Saturday, 1-5pm. Jan. 20 | $125

Elliot Savitzky | Culinary Instructor, Chinatown Expert

Let’s spend the afternoon strolling through Boston’s Chinatown on the day of the Chinese New Year parade. We will be visiting many different locations and retail establishments during the tour such as dim sum, BBQ, Pho, hot pot, noodle shops, as well as restaurants of various cuisines. We will also stop by bakeries, bubble tea shops, herbal medicine shops, live poultry markets, grocery stores, and a ginseng coop, all while discussing the history and architecture of Boston’s Chinatown. This will not be a “tasting tour,” rather, during the last stop, we’ll enjoy a delicious meal together. Please see the section description for the meeting point. Tuition includes the cost of dinner, soft drinks, taxes, and tip. The instructor will send a welcome information package via email one day prior to the class. Parade date is subject to change. Students will be notified in the event of a schedule update. COURSE CODE: CHTN Sec. 01: Sunday, 11am-3pm. Feb. 18 | $95

HOME BREWING COFFEE WORKSHOP Broadsheet Coffee Roasters

Making the perfect cup of coffee is no accident. Join the Broadsheet Coffee Roasters team in an immersive home brewing class hosted in their roastery and training lab. You’ll learn about what factors most affect the brewing process, why they matter, and will then apply this knowledge with hands-on practice across multiple brewing methods. Attendees will leave with helpful tips on how to thoughtfully taste and store coffee, tried-and-true brewing recipes, and solid advice for troubleshooting while brewing at home. COURSE CODE: COFF Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-12pm. Feb. 10 | $60

SHEET PAN COOKING Denise Blumenthal | Founder, Kitchen Coach; A Guide By Your Side Start the new year right by ditching the take-out and cooking up your favorite comfort food at home. With sheet pan cooking, meals are simple to put together and cleanup is a breeze! As we munch on sheet pan nachos, we’ll review the basics of sheet pan cooking—elements of a sheet pan meal and sheet pan do’s and don’ts. We’ll cook chicken shawarma, a popular Middle Eastern street food, adapted for home cooking and spicy sheet pan sausage and squash, an incredibly simple, delicious meal. While they cook, we’ll check-out the best rated sheet-pans and peruse some terrific sheet pan recipes. We’ll end our evening eating chicken shwarma and spicy sheet pan sausage and squash. COURSE CODE: SHPN Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-9pm. Jan. 11 | $95 10

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WINE & SPIRITS VOLCANIC WINES WITH SAUSAGE Hannah Morrow | Cheesemonger, MA Gastronomy

Volcanos are a hot topic. Terroir differs globally and winemakers don’t back down in the face of danger. Actually, the land surrounding volcanos provides a unique environment for grapes and imparts earthy flavors in a completely unique way. Depending on the grape, flavors can range from saline to wet earth and pleasantly change the natural fruitiness of grapes we know and love, depending on where they’re from and what the unique land properties impart. Because these wines are essentially a true representation of volcanic terroir, they pair well with flavorful meat. In this class, we’ll taste volcanic wines from all over the world alongside regionally-specific styles and preparations of sausage.

THE DRINK PROBLEM AND THE MAPS MADE TO SOLVE IT: A GRIPPING TALE AND DELICIOUS BEER TASTING Kris Butler | Exam-Certified Beer Judge

In the late 1800s, guzzling to excess exploded on the heels of the Industrial Revolution. In England, organized anti-drinking groups created startling maps intending to shock people into abstaining from alcohol. Did these lovely temperance tools inspire zealous anger—or did they just make people thirsty? The story of their brief existence will be told amidst a tangle of licensing laws, corrupt temperance organizers, exasperated women, and - of course - several delicious pints of beer which we will sample in class while admiring the maps. COURSE CODE: DRMA Sec. 01: Sunday, 2-4pm. Mar. 24 | $85

C O U R S E C O D E : VO LC Sec. 01: Monday, 6-8pm. Jan. 22 | $95

WINETASTING: A BEGINNER’S SAMPLER

VENDING MACHINE SNACKS & NATURAL WINE

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.

Hannah Morrow | Cheesemonger, MA Gastronomy

Vending machines often induce nostalgia; We all have our favorite bag of something salty or bar of something sweet. Why not elevate your juice box game to something fermented paired alongside your favorite vending machine treats? Globally, vending machines offer way more than chips. In this class we’ll explore combinations and “composed” vending machine dishes paired with natural wines. Feel free to bring your favorite snack to pair with what we’ve come up with. No change required. COURSE CODE: VEND Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Jan. 26 | $95

BEER AND ART HISTORY: A TALK AND TASTING Kris Butler | Exam-Certified Beer Judge

Beer and art have a long history together, from Hogarth, Picasso and Renoir to Leyster, Manet and Dr. Seuss. We invite you to taste and discuss several beer styles from local breweries as we examine the artistic imagery of beer in paintings, sculptures, photographs, drawings, and comics. You’ll see art from the 1600s to the present time, from museums and private collections all over the world, and even on the beer bottles themselves. Raise a glass to your favorite artist! Instructor: Kris Butler

John Fiola | Diploma WSET, Certified Wine Educator

COURSE CODE: WSAM Sec. 01: 2 Fridays, 6-8pm. Begins Jan. 26 | $155

SPARKLING WINES OF THE WORLD John Fiola | Diploma WSET, Certified Wine Educator

The world of Champagne and sparkling wine is undoubtedly daunting and intimidating. We think of this category of wine as one to reserve for special occasions, yet this elegant and delicious wine deserves a regular spot on your table, celebration or not. Join wine educator, John Fiola, and learn about this timeless and classy style of wine. John will demystify the world of sparkling wines and explore how they are made, the different regions and styles where they are produced, and how to taste them. C O U R S E C O D E : S PA R Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Feb. 16 | $95

COURSE CODE: BART Sec. 01: Sunday, 2-4pm. Jan. 28 | $85

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ITALIAN WINE TASTING John Fiola | Diploma WSET, Certified Wine Educator

Since the end of World War II, the demand for Italian wine has skyrocketed—so much so that the U.S. imports more wine from Italy than from any other country in the world. Italy produces many styles and varietals of wine, some of which are grown there exclusively. Many of the wines are well-known such as Chianti, and Soave, but there are also the lesser known but delicious wines that deserve our attention. In this course we will explore the range and depth of styles of Italian wines that are both of excellent quality and of great value. COURSE CODE: ITWN Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Mar. 1 | $95

AMERICAN WHISKEY TASTING Oliver McClung | Whiskey & Spirits Expert

With roots in Ireland and Scotland, the early settlers arrived to the new world with the thirst for the spirits of their native countries. With barely in short supply, they began to utilize local corn and grains accessible to them, which was to be the first chapter in the fascinating story of American Whiskey. From bourbon to rye, moonshine and prohibition, the industry of American whisky has grown into a billion dollar industry worldwide. In this course, we’ll study and taste the regional and distillery expressionsion of some of the world’s most famous whiskies, the innovators that made this possible, along with some stand out small production bottles that are paving the way for the future. COURSE CODE: AMER Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-8pm. Feb. 7 | $90

JAPANESE WHISKY TASTING Oliver McClung | Whiskey & Spirits Expert

Discover the rich traditions of distilling from Japan! A deep dive into the history of one of the fastest growing whisky traditions in the world, from pre-war origins to the modern day. A tasting from the most influential producers, accompanied by snacks, will give any discerning drinker the info they need to make informed orders at their favorite bar or restaurant! COURSE CODE: JBRN Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Mar. 15 | $90

COLD WEATHER COCKTAILS Oliver McClung | Whiskey & Spirits Expert

With the changing of the seasons, comes our changes in appetite. Starting in Autumn, continuing into the long New England winters, our tastes for food and drink evolve with the weather. Sunday roasts, pots of soup and other hearty fare demand cocktails made in the same way. Think hot drinks, mulling spices, coffee-based cocktails, and dark spirits. From Irish Coffees to Penicillins, come explore the world of cold weather cocktails C O U R S E C O D E : C WC K Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-8pm. Jan. 25 | $90

CRAFT COCKTAILS 101 Augusto Lino | General Manager, Noir Bar

In this hands-on craft cocktails crash course we will learn how to build, stir, and shake up craft cocktails using straightforward techniques. We’ll be making cocktails with tequila, vodka, and American whiskey that you can tailor to suit your preferred palate. You’ll come away from the class confident in mixing up some cocktails at home and how to appropriately stock your bar. C O U R S E C O D E : M I XO Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-8pm. Jan. 18 | $90

CRAFT COCKTAILS 201 Augusto Lino | General Manager, Noir Bar

Maybe you use your home bar often enough, and you have a basic understanding of when to shake and when you stir. But you still end up with bottles that don’t add up to a cocktail, or just need to dig deeper into the history and craft of mixing drinks. This class will explore the roots of cocktail family trees, and how to use them in an everyday home setting. You will be presented with a challenge to create a cocktail based on a classic at the end of this class with guidance from instructor Augusto Lino. Cocktails 101 attendance not required but recommended. C O U R S E C O D E : M I XO 2 Sec. 01: Monday, 6-8pm. Mar. 25 | $90

TROPICAL COCKTAILS Augusto Lino | General Manager, Noir Bar

Let’s take a trip to the tropics this winter. This class will teach you about the multi-faceted universe of tropical cocktails, from Cuba to Brazil, and visit the complicated history of Tiki. You will learn to mix tropical classics with less sugar and more punch, combining serious mixology with vacation favorites. COURSE CODE: TROP Sec. 01: Monday, 6-8pm. Feb. 5 | $95

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Business, Finance & Technology

“Very informative, covered a lot of ground, added a sense of humor and lightheartedness. Thank you!”

—TIMOTHY K., HOW TO MAKE AN ESTATE PLAN

THE PROCESS OF BUYING A HOME Alissa Spencer and Kim Dargon | Realtors, Coldwell Banker Realty

Whether it’s a condo or a single-family house, we will cover all of the basics on how to be an informed home buyer. We’ll discuss how to critically examine and compare properties, review essential questions to ask the seller/agent, and outline the purchasing timeline and action items. A lender will be making a guest appearance to answer further questions about the lending process. COURSE CODE: BUYH Sec. 01: Tuesday, 6-7:30pm. Feb. 6 | $50

NAVIGATING DIVORCE: LEGAL, FINANCIAL, AND REAL ESTATE GUIDANCE Alissa Spencer and Kim Dargon | Realtors, Coldwell Banker Realty

Change can be overwhelming and challenging. At the same time, there are resources available for you. We are your team, here to help! Join us as we talk about navigating the next steps in life’s, at times, unexpected transitions. Whether that be divorce or downsizing, we have tried and true tips and suggestions that will help guide you throughout the process. Special guests include Karen Argetsinger, Divorce Mediator and Attorney, Katie Greeley, Senior Mortgage Lender / US Bank. Come with your questions! COURSE CODE: NADI Sec. 01: Tuesday, 6-7:30pm. Jan. 9 | $50 Sec. 02: Tuesday, 6-7:30pm. Mar. 5 | $50

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MEDICARE 101 Elaine Miller | Regional SHINE Program Director, Minuteman Senior

Are you eligible for Medicare? Do you know the costs of Medicare and the types of services it 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: Wednesday, 6-9pm. Feb. 21 | $70

HOW TO MAKE AN ESTATE PLAN Stephanie Mandell | Attorney

We all know that everyone should have a will, and yet many of us put this off. This class will motivate you to organize your assets and create an estate plan, including documents that can assist in case of incapacity. You will receive an introduction to the common terms and options, including how to specify personal representatives (formerly called “executors”) and guardians in a will and the differences between wills and trusts. You will also get tips for estate planning that go beyond the legalese found in estate documents. COURSE CODE: ESTP Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-8pm. Jan. 24 | $55

ROTH IRAS: A GREAT WAY TO SAVE AND WHY YOU SHOULD HAVE ONE Jimmy Becker | MBA, Yale School of Management

This class is for anyone who wants to learn why a Roth IRA is a great way to save throughout your working lifetime. You will learn what it is, who qualifies, how to invest your funds, conversions, and other more sophisticated strategies such as “back-door” and “mega-back-door” versions of a Roth IRA. C O U R S E C O D E : R OT H Sec. 01: Saturday, 11am-12pm. Jan. 20 | $40

FINANCIAL PLANNING DURING RETIREMENT Jimmy Becker | MBA, Yale School of Management

This class is for anyone already retired or planning to do so in the next few years. You will learn about investment strategy and determining how much risk to take, which assets to draw down first, the importance of minimizing fees, Social Security claiming strategies, the role of annuities, a safe level of spending, reverse mortgages, Medicare surcharges, and whether long-term care insurance makes sense. COURSE CODE: FPRE Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-12pm. Mar. 16 | $55

EVALUATING AND COMPENSATING YOUR FINANCIAL ADVISOR Jimmy Becker | MBA, Yale School of Management

This class is for anyone who has a financial advisor or is considering hiring one.You will learn a specific approach to select, evaluate, and compensate a financial advisor; this includes how to determine their suitability, competency, performance, and fiduciary commitment. You will also learn the various models by which financial advisors are compensated and which is the most suitable, least conflicted, and least costly. C O U R S E C O D E : E C FA Sec. 01: Saturday, 12:30-1:30pm. Mar. 16 | $40

SPENDING, SAVING, AND BUDGETING: DEVELOPING HEALTHY MONEY HABITS Jimmy Becker | MBA, Yale School of Management

This class is for anyone who wants to learn to save more, spend less, and improve your financial decision-making skills. You will learn how to develop healthy and sustainable spending and saving strategies, create and sustain a budget, save for retirement, mix love and money, determine how much insurance you need, and how financial institutions operate. COURSE CODE: SSAB Sec. 01: Saturday, 2-4pm. Mar. 16 | $55

TRADING EQUITY OPTIONS Craig Forman | MBA, Professional Trader, Personal Portfolio MTKTK

Trading in equity options has exploded in recent years due to low commissions, excellent free trading tools, and the emergence of weekly options. We’ll explain how options work, how to trade them, and how to use them to control risk and enhance returns. You will learn strategies for naked options, option spreads, and stock/option combinations. We will also explore risk management, volatility, and adjustments. For beginning and seasoned investors who want to add options to their trading toolset. C O U R S E C O D E : T R WO Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 7-9pm. Begins Feb. 20 | $150 No class Mar. 5

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Business, Finance & Technology

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: 2 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $95

INVESTING IN UNCERTAIN TIMES Rod Laurenz | Financial Advisor, laurenzfinancial.com

This class will discuss strategies and products to help you achieve your investment goals at a time when traditional advice may leave you short. Whether you’re saving for the future or already living on your assets, you’ll find ideas that are helpful to novices and experienced investors alike. Topics include asset allocation, alternative investments, tax reduction, and how to implement your plans and avoid common mistakes. COURSE CODE: UNCR Sec. 01: Tuesday, 6-7:30pm. Feb. 27 | $50

INTRODUCTION TO SKETCHUP Steven Santosuosso | Interior Designer

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SketchUp is a free 3D digital modeling program used by architects, interior designers, product designers, and sculptural artists. 3D rendering can be used for interior design, product visualization, and even 3D printing. We will learn fundamental concepts and techniques, including modeling, inferencing, and styling, to create 3D models of both real life objects and the construction of a 3D birdhouse. COURSE CODE: SKUP Sec. 01: 2 Saturdays, 1-5pm. Begins Feb. 17 | $140

HOW TO USE YOUR APPLE DEVICE Marjorie Wein | Wize Guides

Learn how to use and take full advantage of all the amazing features your iPhone or iPad offers: great camera and video capabilities, text messaging, installing and organizing Apps, email, Siri, FaceTime, Calendars, Contacts, Maps, and more. Whether you are new to the iPhone or iPad or want to learn more tips and tricks—this three-part class is for you. Skills required: Experience with these devices is helpful but not necessary. COURSE CODE: SMRT Sec. 01: 3 Thursdays, 2-4pm. Begins Feb. 1 | $120

BASIC MAC SKILLS Marjorie Wein | Wize Guides

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 email. 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 required. C O U R S E C O D E : M AC B Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 2-4pm. Begins Mar. 14 | $100

English as a Second Language

“That was a wonderful class! Thanks to Rosemary [Previte] and my classmates, I really enjoyed it and learned a lot of important concepts.”

—MIHO S., ESL INTERMEDIATE: EARLY BIRD ENGLISH PRACTICE: VOCABULARY, IDIOMS, CONVERSATION

CCAE offers in-person and online classes at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels taught by highly-trained and experienced instructors. Communicative, learner-oriented teaching methods and the multicultural atmosphere facilitate not only language learning, but also friendships with people from all over the world. We use the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) to assess students and establish learning goals. To find the right level, attend our free online personal assessment days (p. 16) or contact Francesca Ferraris at languages@ccae.org. Please see p. 21 for level descriptions and visit ccae.org/classes/esl for our most up-to-date language classes.

ENGLISH INTEGRATED SKILLS CLASSES Our integrated skills classes help students improve reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. At every level, students learn to interact in increasingly complex ways, from everyday to professional English. These classes require the purchase of a textbook.

ESL BEGINNER LEVELS 1 & 2 Sylwia Gierczak, John O’Donnell, Rosa Lopez | ESL Instructors

COURSE CODE: EBEG Sec. 01: 8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325 | John O’Donnell No class Feb. 19 Sec. 02: 8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325 | Sylwia Gierczak No class Feb. 19 Sec. 03: 8 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 20 | $325 | Rosa Lopez

ESL BEGINNER LEVELS 3 & 4 John O’Donnell | ESL Instructor

COURSE CODE: ENBE Sec. 01: 8 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $325 Sec. 02: 8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 17 | $325 No class Feb. 19

ESL INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 1 & 2 John O’Donnell | ESL Instructor

COURSE CODE: ENI1 Sec. 01: 8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325 No class Feb. 19

ESL INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 3 & 4 John O’Donnell | ESL Instructor

COURSE CODE: ENI3 Sec. 01: 8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325 No class Feb. 19

Free Personal Online Assessment Days

Need help with finding the right class for you? Register for one of our free online assessments on Zoom.

Thursday, December 14, 6-7:30pm Thursday, January 4, 9:30-11am Monday, January 8, 6-7:30pm

Contact Francesca Ferraris at languages@ccae.org or 617-547-6789 ext. 112 for any questions.

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English as aSecond Language

ESL: PREPARATION FOR THE TOEFL (THE TEST OF ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE) John O’Donnell | ESL Instructor

The TOEFL is the most widely used test to measure English fluency in the world. Thousands of academic institutions, government agencies and professional associations require a good TOEFL score for admission or membership. In this class, students practice the four skill areas evaluated on the TOEFL (reading, listening, speaking and writing) using authentic test materials. Tips and strategies are shared to help students get the score they need for admission to their top universities. This course is also perfect for advanced-level students who may not be planning to take the TOEFL but wish to further develop their general English skills. We highly recommend attending one of our free online personal assessment days before enrolling in this class. C O U R S E C O D E : TO F L Sec. 01: 8 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 20 | $325

ENGLISH SPECIFIC SKILLS CLASSES BEGINNER – CEFR A2

CONVERSATION FOR HIGH BEGINNER/LOW INTERMEDIATE Claire Sehringer | ESL Instructor

Gain confidence and develop your English speaking skills in this conversation class for high beginner and low intermediate level students. Reinforce your basic knowledge of English, develop fluency with the past tenses, acquire new vocabulary, and practice correct pronunciation. This class will provide a friendly, safe classroom environment where you can practice with lively activities how to speak comfortably and confidently in everyday English. COURSE CODE: ENCB Sec. 01: 8 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $325

INTERMEDIATE – CEFR B1

EARLY BIRD ENGLISH PRACTICE: VOCABULARY, IDIOMS, CONVERSATION Rosemary Previte | ESL Instructor

Start the day off right with some fun English conversation activities and exercises. In this class, you’ll have the opportunity to practice conversations around a variety of topics, learn new vocabulary and idioms, and improve pronunciation and comprehension skills. All intermediate learners are welcome! COURSE CODE: EBEP Sec. 01: 8 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 16 | $325

CONVERSATION John O’Donnell, Claire Sehringer | ESL Instructors

This class 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: ENCI Sec. 01: 8 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $325 | Claire Sehringer Sec. 02: 8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325 | John O’Donnell No class Feb. 19

LISTENING AND PRONUNCIATION PRACTICE Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

This class is for intermediate level English students (CEFR Levels B1 and up) who want to improve their pronunciation, gain confidence in understanding native speakers and be more easily understood. We’ll cover intonation, primary stress in words, and the correct sounds of letters. Steve will provide you with practice materials. We’ll use online resources and original materials such as television and movie scripts to practice our listening skills and to observe how native speakers produce sounds in General American English. COURSE CODE: PRON Sec. 01: 8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30am-12pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325 No class Feb. 19

ENGLISH THROUGH SONGS John Verrilli | ESL Instructor

Songs are a great way to learn a language and culture. This class, for intermediate students, uses well-known American songs as a way to learn vocabulary, practice listening and pronunciation, and learn about U.S. history and culture. We’ll learn

traditional and folk songs and more! You don’t need to sing, but you’ll have fun joining in. COURSE CODE: ENSO Sec. 01: 4 Mondays, 11am-1pm. Begins Feb. 26 | $110

English as aSecond Language

EXPRESS YOURSELF Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

Develop fluency and practice by participating in conversations in which you can express your opinions, ideas, and thoughts. You can provide reasons or examples to support your opinions, and you can question the opinions of others. In this class, you can practice turning your thoughts and ideas into words. We’ll use any topic of interest, current events, or past events for our discussions. We’ll talk about words and expressions in context so that you can get better at saying what you want to say. COURSE CODE: EXPR Sec. 01: 5 Saturdays, 1-3:30pm. Begins Jan. 20 | $175

SPEAKING AND VOCABULARY TRAINING Steven Bloomberg | Communication Skills Developer

ACCENT IMPROVEMENT WORKSHOP Elaine Crowder | Ph.D., Applied Linguistics

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. Please bring a recording device to class, $35 for class materials, and a willingness to practice! COURSE CODE: ABET Sec. 01: Saturday & Sunday, 9:30am-12:30pm. Mar. 2 & 3 | $110

ADVANCED – CEFR B2-C1

READ, DISCUSS, DEBATE! Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

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. Students will read 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. All presentations and debates will be discussed and evaluated.

COURSE CODE: ERDD Sec. 01: 8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 12:30-2pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325 No class Feb. 19

In this class, students will have many fun, challenging opportunities to practice conversational, academic, or professional presentations and conversations. Each speaking activity will receive in-depth constructive feedback. The group will also work on vocabulary and pronunciation skills, as well as speech organization skills. C O U R S E C O D E : E N SV Sec. 01: Thursdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $220

CONVERSATIONAL FLUENCY AND GRAMMAR REVIEW Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

Develop fluency and increase confidence. We’ll cover less common grammar that is often overlooked and increase confidence by reviewing grammar topics you’ve come across before. We’ll practice and discuss grammar topics to help you better understand how to say what you want to say. We’ll read in order to learn new vocabulary and review grammar in context. Ask questions and take notes! Grammar topics for review include hypothetical language, modal verb review, present time, past time, prepositions, and more.

COURSE CODE: ENGR Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $275

MAKE IT CLEAR: INTONATION AND SOUNDS (PHONEMES) Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

This course is all about intonation, the most important part of English pronunciation. Intonation is the contrast between higher sounding parts of speech and lower sounding parts of speech. Often, when people don’t understand what you say, it has to do with intonation. We’ll also practice primary stress for words. Primary stress is the most prominent, loudest syllable in a word. Get English intonation under control, and greatly diminish the frequency with which you experience this problem. With practice, you can eliminate this problem. You’ll also learn how to pronounce sounds (phonemes) that are difficult for you.

COURSE CODE: ENIP Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7-9pm. Begins Feb. 20 | $290

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WRITING & GRAMMAR John O’Donnell | ESL Instructor

If you have a good command of English, but find that your writing needs help, this is the class for you. We focus on vocabulary and word forms, grammar, punctuation and practice. Verb tenses, sentence structure, paragraph building and essay development are all part of the curriculum. Students will have a lot of opportunities to practice expressing themselves in written English. In this class, all major forms of writing will be covered, including letters (business and personal), journals, essays and other forms that students find helpful. This class is great for any high intermediate or advanced student who wants to improve their written English and is especially recommended for students preparing for the TOEFL. C O U R S E C O D E : E N WA Sec. 01: 8 Saturdays, 1-4pm. Begins Jan. 20 | $325

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CULTURAL AWARENESS FOR WORK AND BUSINESS COMMUNICATION IN THE US Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

Optimize your communication for work and business in the States by becoming aware of American communication culture. We’ll practice presentations, meetings, project updates, and more. Everyone will practice individually and in pairs or groups. You’ll receive coaching, suggestions, ideas, and tips so that you can communicate more effectively, confidently, and competently. We’ll discuss your experiences and observations and how you can better adapt in order to maximize your success at work. Intercultural communication awareness can improve your communication skills at work. Topics include getting to the point, directness, tactful language, agreeing and disagreeing, information presentation, assertiveness, and more.

THE POWER OF YOUR BUSINESS VOICE: PROMOTE YOURSELF AT WORK Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

Develop your vocal expression and vocal strength so that you are able to be a more convincing communicator at work and in business. Unlock your power and project your real self at work when you speak with leadership, team members, cross-functional teams, and clients. Learn to use the power of your voice to promote yourself at work. Participate in speaking practice activities and exercises to move beyond the limitations of your current voice. Receive coaching and guidance to increase your vocal expression and vocal strength. We’ll also introduce and explore rhetoric as a way to create stronger and more convincing messages. For advanced ESL students. COURSE CODE: ENPV Sec. 01: 5 Saturdays, 1-3:30pm. Begins Feb. 24 | $220

COURSE CODE: ECAB Sec. 01: 8 Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 27 | $260

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5 Saturdays, 1-3:30pm. Begins Feb. 24 | $220

ENPV: The Power of Your Business Voice: Promote Yourself at Work

8 Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 27 | $260

ECAB: Cultural Awareness for Work and Business Communication in the US

5 Saturdays, 1-3:30pm. Begins Jan. 20 | $175

EXPR: Express Yourself

8 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 20 | $325

TOFL: Preparation for the TOEFL

8 Saturdays, 1-4pm. Begins Jan. 20 | $325

ENWA: Writing & Grammar

INTERMEDIATE

ADVANCED

Saturday & Sunday, 9:30-12:30pm. Mar. 2 & 3 | $110

ABET: Accent Improvement Workshop

8 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 20 | $325

EBEG: Beginner Levels 1 & 2: Integrated Skills

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WINTER: JANUARY – MARCH

WEEKEND

8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 12:30-2pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325

ERDD: Advanced Conversation: Read, Discuss, Debate!

4 Mondays, 11am-1pm. Begins Feb. 26 | $110

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5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7-9pm. Begins Feb. 20 | $290

ENSO: English through Songs

ENIP: Make It Clear: Intonation and Sound (Phonemes)

8 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $325

8 Thurdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $220

ENCI: Intermediate Conversation

8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325

ENSV: Advanced Speaking and Vocabulary Training

5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $275

ENI3: Intermediate Levels 3 & 4: Integrated Skills

ENGR: Conversational Fluency and Grammar Review

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)

BEGINNER

For an online self-assessment, visit ccae.org/language-levels, or contact Francesca Ferraris at languages@ccae.org or 617-547-6789 ext. 112.

Monday, January 8, 6-7:30pm 8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30am-12pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325

8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325

8 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 16 | $325

PRON: Listening and Pronunciation Practice

ENI1: Intermediate Levels 1 & 2: Integrated Skills

EBEP: Early Bird English Practice: Vocabulary, Idioms, Conversation

Thursday, December 14, 6-7:30pm

Thursday, January 4, 9:30-11am

8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325

8 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $325

8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 17 | $325

ENCI: Intermediate Conversation

ENBE: Beginner Levels 3 & 4: Integrated Skills

8 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 16 | $325

8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325

8 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $325

ENCB: Conversation for High Beginners/Low Intermediate

EBEG: Beginner Levels 1 & 2 : Integrated Skills

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COMMON EUROPEAN FRAMEWORK OF REFERENCE (CEFR) LANGUAGE LEVELS CCAE LEVEL

Beginner Level 1 Beginner Level 2

Beginner Level 3 Beginner Level 4 Beginner Conversation

Low Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Conversation

High Intermediate Advanced

Advanced

CEFR LEVEL

I have no or little previous knowledge of the language. I would like to...

I have achieved most of the goals of A1. I would like to...

I have achieved most of the goals of A2. I would like to...

I have achieved most of the goals of B1. I would like to...

I have achieved most of the goals of B2. I would like to...

LISTENING

READING

SPEAKING

WRITING

Identify familiar words & very basic phrases concerning myself, friends, family, & surroundings when people speak slowly & clearly.

Point out familiar names, words & simple sentences, such as on posters, notes or in catalogues.

Ask & answer simple questions. Interact in a simple way with repetition & slow speech. Use simple phrases & sentences to describe familiar people.

Write a short, simple postcard & fill in forms with personal details.

Understand phrases & the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance. Catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages & announcements.

Read very short, simple texts & find specific information in everyday material such as menus, advertisements, & short personal letters.

Communicate in routine tasks & social interactions. Use a series of phrases & sentences to describe family, educational background & present work.

Write short notes, messages & personal letters relating to immediate needs.

Understand the main points of clear speech, & the main point in radio or TV programs on current events, or topics of personal or professional interest.

Understand texts with high frequency, everyday, or jobrelated language. Understand the description of events, feelings & wishes in personal letters.

Handle travel situations, enter unprepared into conversation on familiar topics, & connect phrases, give reasons & opinions, & describe plots of books or films.

Write simple texts on familiar or personal topics, such as letters describing personal experiences and impressions.

Understand extended speech & lectures & follow even complex lines of argument. Understand most TV news & current affairs programs.

Read articles & reports about contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints. Understand contemporary literary prose.

Interact with fluency & spontaneity & explain a viewpoint & advantages & disadvantages of various options. Take an active part in discussions.

Write on a wide range of subjects, essay of support or against a topic, as well as personal letters highlighting the personal significance of events.

Understand extended speech even when it is not clearly structured & when relationships are only implied & not signaled explicitly. Follow television programs & films without too much effort.

Understand long & complex factual & literary texts, appreciating distinctions of style. Understand specialized articles & longer technical instructions.

Use language flexibly & effectively for social & professional purposes. Present clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects, integrating subthemes.

Write about complex subjects in a letter, an essay or a report, underlining what I consider to be the salient issues. Select style appropriate to the reader in mind.

World Languages “Jude [Grauso] is an engaging, inspired, and inspiring teacher. We built a community in class with students helping students, as Jude led and guided us. Everyone was very pleased that we will continue with Jude to ASL Beginners 3.” —STEVE K., AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE BEGINNERS 2

CCAE offers in-person and online classes at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels taught by highly-trained and experienced instructors. Communicative, learner-oriented teaching methods and the multicultural atmosphere facilitate not only language learning but also friendships with people from all over the world. We use the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) to assess students and establish learning goals (p. 21). To find the right level, attend our free online personal assessment days (p. 27) or contact Francesca Ferraris at languages@ccae.org. Please see p. 21 for level descriptions and visit ccae.org/classes/esl for our most up-to-date language classes.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE Jude Grauso | Native Speaker

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 class requires the additional purchase of a textbook. B E G I N NE R L E VE L 1

COURSE CODE: ASB1 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $290

B EGINN E R L E V E L 2

COURSE CODE: ASB2 Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290

B EGINN E R L E V E L 3

COURSE CODE: ASB3 Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290

B EGINN E R L E V E L 4

COURSE CODE: ASB4 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 7:15-8:45pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $290

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LEVANTINE ARABIC Richard Cozzens | Arabic Instructor

Arabic today exists in multiple overlapping yet distinct varieties. In published writing and formal contexts (e.g., articles, novels, religious texts, presentations of news or information), people use Modern Standard Arabic. At the same time, there are several different regional varieties (also called dialects) that people use primarily in conversational and informal contexts (e.g., greetings, family and social life, daily communication, social media posts).

Levantine Arabic is the regional variety of Arabic used by speakers from Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, and Syria and is the native language to more than 44 million people. Furthermore, it is considered one of the most widely understood varieties across the Arabic-speaking world because of the large amount of media (songs, TV series, etc.) produced in it. Levantine Arabic shares with other varieties of Arabic many fundamental grammar structures and a large amount of vocabulary. B E G I N NE R L E VE L 1

COURSE CODE: LAR1 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 30 | $290

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 2

COURSE CODE: LAR2 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 30 | $290

BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE Maria Fernanda Salles | Native Speaker

Portuguese, the native language of Brazil, is spoken by approximately 180 million people around the world, including one million in Massachusetts! This series of engaging classes emphasize spoken production and interaction. B E G I N NE R L E VE L 1

COURSE CODE: BPB1 Sec. 01: 5 Thursdays, 6-8pm. Begins Feb. 29 | $215

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 2

COURSE CODE: BPB2 Sec. 01: 9 Mondays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 8 | $290 No class Jan. 15 & Feb. 19

“Ô, ABRE ALAS, QUE EU QUERO PASSAR”: BRAZILIAN CARNIVAL IN LITERATURE AND OTHER ARTS Marcela Filizola | Native Speaker, Ph.D., Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, UFRJ, Brazil

This class will explore the Brazilian Carnival and its manifestations in literature, cinema, and other arts. We will discuss the cultural importance of this event for the country as a way of rewriting history by listening to famous sambas while analyzing the aesthetics of the festivity. We will also see how Carnival is depicted in literature by authors such as Machado de Assis, João do Rio, Manuel Bandeira, and Clarice Lispector. The class is recommended for students with intermediate or advanced levels of Portuguese. COURSE CODE: BPCA Sec. 01: 6 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 30 | $190

PORTUGUESE FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS Maria Fernanda Salles | Native Speaker

Portuguese and Spanish are both Romance languages, closely related in vocabulary and grammar. For speakers of Spanish, it can be a challenge to study Portuguese because of this close linguistic relationship. This class is for advanced and native speakers of Spanish who would like a quick, solid introduction to Brazilian Portuguese. COURSE CODE: BPSP Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $260

CHINESE Jin Cooper | Native Speaker and Author, Notes on Economics from Harvard Mandarin Chinese has more native speakers than any other language. As Mandarin’s popularity increases among language learners, give yourself an advantage with an experienced and enthusiastic instructor. B EGINN E R L E V E L 1

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 3

COURSE CODE: CMB1 Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 4

COURSE CODE: CMB2 Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290

COURSE CODE: BPB3 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $290

COURSE CODE: BPB4 Sec. 01: 9 Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 8 | $290 No class Jan. 15 & Feb. 19

H I G H B EG INNE R CONVE RSATI ON: VA M OS CONV E RSA R D E S D E O RIO D E JANE I RO! Discover the fascinating city of Ro de Janeiro through conversations with our instructor, Maria Fernanda, who will be connecting with you from this city known for the carnival, beautiful beaches and of course samba. Maria Fernanda will introduce you to her favorite neighbourhoods, festivals, foods and the rhythm of this vibrant city. Each class will be dedicated to new vocabulary, grammar review in the context of different material about Rio de Janeiro.

B EGINN E R L E V E L 2

INT E R ME DIAT E

COURSE CODE: CMIN Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $290

This class is for students who have completed at least our three beginner levels or equivalent and are comfortable using the presente do indicativo and have some knowledge of passado simples. COURSE CODE: BPCO Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $160

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FRENCH Cécile Galatoire | Native Speaker

Jordan Brooks Garres, Neha Coureil | French Instructors

French is the official language of 29 countries. It has a long history as an international language of literature and scientific standards and is a primary or second language of many international organizations. French has been called one of the three most useful languages for business by Bloomberg Businessweek. Join their ranks in this series of engaging courses, emphasizing spoken production and interaction. B E G I N NE R L E VE L 1

COURSE CODE: FRB1

Sec. 01: 9 Mondays, 5-6:30pm. Begins Jan. 8 | $290 | Cécile Galatoire No class Jan. 15 & Feb. 19 Sec. 02: 8 Wednesdays, 10:30am-12pm. Begins Jan. 31 | $260 | Neha Coureil

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 2

COURSE CODE: FRB2 Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 9:30-11am. Begins Jan. 17 | $290 | Cécile Galatoire No class Feb. 21 Sec. 02: 9 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $290 | Cécile Galatoire No class Feb. 21

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 3

COURSE CODE: FRB3 Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290 | Cécile Galatoire No class Feb. 22

RE FRE S HE R HIG H B EG I NNE R Review essential grammar, spruce up your pronunciation, and practice your basic conversation skills in this fun and efficient refresher class. Conversation, listening and reading activities will enhance your skills and get you in the French mood. For students who have at least attended our Beginner Level 1-4 or equivalent (CEFR A2) and would like to review before taking the next step. COURSE CODE: FRR4 Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 11:15am-12:45pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $290 | Cécile Galatoire No class Feb. 21

LOW I NTE RME D IATE

COURSE CODE: FRLI Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $290 | Jordan Brooks Garres No class Feb. 21

I N T E R ME D IATE CONVE RSATI ON You are pretty comfortable in everyday situations and in applying your solid knowledge of the basics of French. Now it’s time to practice expressing yourself in more complex situations, to voice opinions and share points of views with your classmates, to increase your vocabulary and engage fully in the cultural context of French. COURSE CODE: FRIC Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290 | Cécile Galatoire No class Feb. 22

FRENCH THROUGH GAMES Cécile Galatoire | Native Speaker

Come play, socialize, and practice your French at the same time! In this class you will be playing board games or Word games style activities such as Le Scrabble, Boggle, Times Up, Pictionary, Jeopardy etc. and will engage in conversation in French with your teammates. Along the way, vocabulary and grammatical topics will be reviewed in a fun and interactive atmosphere. Class recommended for High Beginners and above. COURSE CODE: FRGM Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 2-3:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $160

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SE DÉBROUILLER EN FRANÇAIS: HOW TO GET BY IN FRENCH AND TRAVEL SUCCESSFULLY TO FRANCE Neha Coureil | French Instructor

This class is for students that have completed our French Beginner Level 1 and 2 or already have some knowledge of French and would like to master everyday situations like asking for directions, placing an order at a restaurant, etc. Along the way, you will learn some grammar, pick up new vocabulary and learn about French culture. Don’t wait to be in France to speak French ... COURSE CODE: FRDF Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 10am-12:30pm. Begins Feb. 20 | $130

PRONUNCIATION AND LISTENING PRACTICE Cécile Galatoire | Native Speaker

This class will improve the students’ pronunciation and help facilitate the comprehension of spoken language. It will cover the vowels and letters that are mispronounced by English speakers such as “R” and “U,” as well as the nasal vowels and sounds that are combinations of letters and vowels. We will also go over the consonants that are not pronounced at the end of words. Another important topic will be the “liaisons”, those letters at the end of a word that are orally combined with the beginning of the following word. Knowing how to recognize them and when to pronounce them will improve the students’ comprehension of French and their fluency. The class aims to develop perfect French pronunciation by having fun practicing. This class is for students who took at least 30 hours of French (CEFR A2 and above). COURSE CODE: FPRO Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $290 No class Feb. 21

World Languages

Á LIVRE OUVERT: FRENCH BOOK CLUB Michel L’Huillier | Stained Glass and Fusing Artist

FRENCH CONVERSATIONS WITH THE HISTORICAL NOVEL: VICTOR HUGO VIENT DE MOURIR Valerie Sutter | French Instructor

This compelling book by Judith Perrignon is rich in details and historical facts surrounding the death of eminent French novelist, poet, and statesman Victor Hugo. His influential life spanned the entire 19th century, one of the most agitated yet exciting centuries in French history, but his death proved even more troubling for the authorities. As Victor Hugo was a fierce defender of the poor and the downtrodden, his death signals the beginning of a real battle between the authorities who fear trouble in the streets from those who grieve his passing and those who need to defend the fledgling 3rd Republic. Author Judith Perrignon cleverly weaves her tale between secret meetings of forbidden dissent and open confrontation in the streets, between the individual and the collective, between ideologies and justice. The book also describes the beginning of the modern French state and one finds reflections of today’s dilemmas in this 19th-century world. There’s much to be discussed! Students must be prepared to read between 20-30 pages per week. Recommended for students with a high intermediate or advanced level (CEFR B1+ and above).

Au début de la pièce, notre héros dit en confidence à l’un de ses amis: “J’errais dans un méandre, j’avais trop de partis, trop compliqués à prendre... j’ai décidé d’être admirable, en tout, pour tout”. La modestie, non, ce n’est pas le fort de Cyrano ! De plus, il est orgueilleux, susceptible et misogyne. Alors pourquoi, depuis plus d’un siècle, la pièce d’ Edmond Rostand, Cyrano de Bergerac, est elle une des pièces les plus jouées en France et dans le monde? Est ce parce que le héros est à la fois un redoutable duelliste et un homme d’une culture incomparable dans les sciences et les lettres, mais aussi un homme avec une générosité et une abnégation sans pareille? Est-ce parce qu’on souffre avec lui de sa laideur physique? Pour répondre à ces questions nous lirons ensemble les plus belles scènes de cette pièce: le duel de l’Hôtel de Bourgogne, la bataille de la Porte de Nesle, la scène sous le balcon avec en particulier cette magnifique définition du baiser, le siège d’Arras, et bien sur la dernière scène qui s’achève avec l’ultime mot de la pièce que Cyrano prononce lui même et qui, selon lui, définit sa vie entière. Quel est ce mot ? Le texte de cette pièce est en vers, en alexandrins, souvent entrecoupés dans les dialogues, avec des mots anciens et inusités qui sont nombreux. Il est nécessaire d’avoir un bon niveau en français pour goûter vraiment au plaisir de ce texte. Required book: Cyrano de Bergerac by Edmond Rostand. For students with a high intermediate or advanced level (CEFR B2 and above). COURSE CODE: FRBC Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 31 (meets bi-weekly) | $165

FRENCH WRITING PRACTICE Cécile Galatoire | Native Speaker

In this class for high beginner/low intermediate learners (CEFR A2 and above), students will practice French by writing various correspondences such as postcards and emails/ letters for different occasions. Writing is an effective and fun opportunity to revise grammar, pronunciation, learn new French idioms and vocabulary. Confidence in writing will also boost all other skills involved with French language acquisition. COURSE CODE: FREC Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 2-3:30pm. Begins Feb. 28 | $130

C O U R S E C O D E : F RV I Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 10-11:30am. Begins Jan. 9 | $260

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World Languages

GERMAN Petra Bittner, Francesca Ferraris, Miriam Homer | Native Speakers

Claire Sehringer | German Instructor

The German language boasts about 120 million native speakers. It is the most widely spoken native language in the European Union. The German-speaking countries are ranked fifth in terms of annual publication of new books, with one tenth of all books (including e-books) in the world being published in German language. Count yourself among its learners in this series of engaging classes, emphasizing spoken production and interaction. B E G I N NE R L E VE L 1

COURSE CODE: GRB1 Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 7:15-8:45pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290 | Claire Sehringer

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 2

COURSE CODE: GRB2 Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 11 | $290 | Miriam Homer

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 3

COURSE CODE: GRB3 Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290 | Claire Sehringer

LOW I NTE RME D IATE THROUGH SHORT STORI E S This class is for students who have a low intermediate level and a solid knowledge of basic and some complex structures of German and would like to apply and practice this knowledge inspired by short stories about everyday situations. Along the way, you will learn some grammar, pick up new vocabulary, improve your speaking, writing and reading skills and deepen your understanding of German culture. Required book: Zurück in Zürich (ISBN-978-1540692924. COURSE CODE: GESI Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $290 | Petra Bittner

A DVA N CE D RE AD ING AND CONV E RSATI ON This is an advanced class for students who would like to practice their German by staying up to date with German countries’ related topics, enjoy reading German newspaper articles and literature and want to refresh and broaden their German vocabulary. A great opportunity to totally immerse yourself into German.

COURSE CODE: GRRC Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290 | Francesca Ferraris

LOW INTERMEDIATE REFRESHER AND CONVERSATION: 8 MITTWOCHE MIT DIALOGEN UND SITUATIONEN Miriam Homer | Native Speaker

In this class we will revise and reinforce familiar topics and add new ones. A perfect opportunity to become more fluent in conversations about our own individual profile and history, likes and dislikes, everyday life in German speaking countries, and travel situations. In this, we will accommodate student’s preferred topics. For students with a low intermediate level (CEFR A2+/B1). COURSE CODE: GRM8 Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays 10:30am-12pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $260

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FRAUEN SIND DIE NEUEN MÄNNER: GERMAN THROUGH LIEDER Petra Bittner | Native Speaker

Franz Schuberts Lindenbaum, Reinhard Meys Annabell und das Lied der Prinzen mit dem Titel Frauen sind die neuen Männer wurden in drei verschiedenen Jahrhunderten geschrieben, aber sie erzählen alle von der Zeit und Gesellschaft, in der sie entstanden. Sie beschreiben oder kritisieren kulturelle Normen und Entwicklungen. In diesem Kurs hören, lesen und diskutieren wir ein neues Lied pro Woche. Ein besonderer Fokus liegt auf der Aussprache. Vorsicht, Ohrwurmgefahr! This class is recommended for students with an intermediate level (CEFR B1 and above). COURSE CODE: GLIE Sec. 01: 5 Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $160 No class Feb. 19

INTERMEDIATE REFRESHER AND CONVERSATION: 6 MITTWOCHE MIT DIALOGEN UND SITUATIONEN Petra Bittner | Native Speaker

In this class we will revise and reinforce familiar topics and add new ones. A perfect opportunity to become more fluent in conversations about our own individual profile and history, likes and dislikes, everyday life in German speaking countries, and travel situations. We will clarify grammar as we go and focus on pronunciation. For students with an intermediate level (CEFR B1). Required book: German Short Stories For Beginners: 20 Captivating Short Stories To Learn German & Grow Your Vocabulary The Fun Way! (ISBN: 978-1797643267). COURSE CODE: GER6 Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 24 | $190

World Languages

CONVERSATION ABOUT LITERATURE: DAS FELD (TEIL 4)

JAPANESE

Petra Bittner | Native Speaker

Japanese is spoken by more than 125 million people around the world—primarily by the inhabitants of Japan, but also by populations of Japanese origin in Hawaii, as well as in North and South America. Nearly 4 million people around the world study Japanese. Japanese is an agglutinative language whose origins are not clearly established. The writing system consists of two syllabaries—Hiragana and Katakana—and the Chinese Kanji characters.

Das Feld ist Teil des Friedhofs einer Kleinstadt. Wenn die Toten hier sprechen könnten, wovon würden sie erzählen? Robert Seethalers Kurzgeschichten handeln vom Leben unterschiedlicher Personen. Es ist ein Buch der Menschenleben: jedes ganz individuell und doch mit anderen verbunden. In diesem Kurs lesen und diskutieren wir eine Kurzgeschichte pro Woche. Für Teil 4 lesen Sie bitte das Kapitel “Susan Tessler” vor unserem ersten Treffen. Wir empfehlen das Buch (The Field) vor Kursbeginn auf Englisch zu lesen. The class is recommended for students with a high intermediate level (CEFR B1+) and above. Students can take this class without having participated in Teil 1, 2 & 3. Required book: Das Feld by Robert Seethaler. Please purchase the paperback edition. COURSE CODE: GRFE Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays, 4-5:30pm. Begins Jan. 30 | $160

DEUTSCHE KULTUR IN DER WERBUNG Petra Bittner | Native Speaker

Die Supermarktkette EDEKA produziert regelmäßig ungewöhnliche Werbespots. Sie sprechen nicht nur über die Produkte sondern auch über Themen wie Nachhaltigkeit, den Riss in der Gesellschaft und das Altern. In diesem Kurs werden wir Werbespots anschauen und diskutieren. Wir lernen neue Vokabeln und hören von neuesten gesellschaftlichen Entwicklungen in Deutschland. This class is recommended for students with an intermediate level (CEFR B1 and above). COURSE CODE: GRWE Sec. 01: 4 Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Mar. 4 | $130

MODERN GREEK INTRODUCTION FOR TRAVELERS Alice Tamaccio | Native Speaker

This Modern Greek course is designed for beginner-level students and assumes no prior knowledge of the language. It would be especially useful for people interested in traveling to Greece. The most common phrases for activities of daily life will be a focus of this course, as well as useful grammar, verb declensions, and idioms that match topics inclusive of shopping, eating in a restaurant, asking directions, and familiar items students may be interested in learning. Adequate repetition is afforded with written, verbal, and group exercises. Students will be asked to make flashcards. Handouts will be provided and students will be directed to useful online resources. COURSE CODE: MGIN Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $260 No class Feb. 19

Tomoko Takagi | Native Speaker

B EGINN E R L E V E L 1

COURSE CODE: JPB1 Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6:10-7:40pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290

B EGINN E R L E V E L 2

COURSE CODE: JPB2 Sec. 01: 9 Mondays 5:15-6:45pm. Begins Jan. 8 | $290 No class Jan. 15 & Feb. 19

B EGINN E R L E V E L 3

COURSE CODE: JPB3 Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 6:30-8pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290

B EGINN E R L E V E L 4

COURSE CODE: JPB4 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 7:10-8:40pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $290

KOREAN Jung Ah Lee | Native Speaker

Korean belongs to the Ural-Altaic family of languages and is spoken by approximately 100 million people in South Korea, North Korea, China, Japan, and the US. Due to Korea’s increasing economic and political importance in North-East Asia, Korean is growing increasingly popular around the world as a foreign language. The “Korean Wave” has become an influential global phenomenon since the start of the 21st century, heavily impacting the contemporary cultures, music, film, and television industries, and behavioral aspects of various people throughout the world. B EGINN E R L E V E L 1

C O U R S E C O D E : KO B 1 Sec. 01: 9 Mondays, 4:15-5:45pm. Begins Jan. 8 | $290 No class Jan. 15 & Feb. 19 Sec. 02: 9 Saturdays, 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $290

B EGINN E R L E V E L 2

C O U R S E C O D E : KO B 2 Sec. 01: 9 Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 8 | $290 No class Jan. 15 & Feb. 19

B EGINN E R L E V E L 3

C O U R S E C O D E : KO B 3 Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290

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World Languages

ITALIAN Alessandra Greco | Native Speaker

Italian is spoken as native language by approximately 85 million people in Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Australia. Throughout the world it is the fifth most studied foreign language. Taught by experienced and educated instructors, these classes emphasize building vocabulary, solidifying grammar, and improving spoken interaction. B E G I N NE R L E VE L 1

COURSE CODE: ITB1 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 1-2:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290’

BEGINNER CONVERSATION Alessandra Greco | Native Speaker

This class is for students who have completed our four beginner levels or the equivalent and are comfortable with using the present tense and have some knowledge of passato prossimo and imperfetto. Reinforce your basic knowledge of the structure of Italian, develop fluency with the past tenses, acquire new vocabulary, learn about culture, and practice with lively activities and conversations. Please note this class might require the purchase of a textbook. COURSE CODE: ITBC Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $290

DUE CHIACCHIERE E UN CAFFÈ: ADVANCED ITALIAN CONVERSATION Alessandra Greco | Native Speaker

Immagina di essere seduto al bar di una piazza italiana, immagina di bere il tuo caffè e di gustare un cornetto mentre chiacchieri in italiano con le persone sedute ai tavoli vicini. Immagina di immergerti nella cultura e nello stile di vita italiani anche solo per un giorno alla settimana. This class is recommended for advanced students. C O U R S E C O D E : I TC C Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 9:15am-10:45am. Begins Jan. 9 | $290

INVITO ALLA LETTURA Maria Grazia Lolla | Native Speaker, Ph.D., University of Cambridge

This three-lesson course provides an opportunity to practice the four language skills and improve intercultural communication by focusing on short selections from Italian contemporary authors. Activities will include pre-reading questions on the themes students will encounter in the text, exercises on new vocabulary and idiomatic expressions, reading comprehension questions, analysis and interpretation, internet research, writing exercises and staging. This term we will dedicate ourselves to excerpts from Ascolta la mia voce (2006) by Susanna Tamaro. Recommended for students with an intermediate level (CEFR B1 and more). COURSE CODE: ITLE Sec. 01: 3 Wednesdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $100

I LUOGHI DELLA LETTERATURA Alessandra Greco | Native Speaker

Un corso che vi porterà alla scoperta dei luoghi che hanno ispirato alcune tra le pagine più belle della letteratura italiana (Grazia Deledda, Alessandro Manzoni e Giacomo Leopardi).

“I Parchi Letterari® assumono il ruolo di tutela letteraria di luoghi resi immortali da versi e descrizioni celebri che rischiano di essere cancellati e che si traducono nella scelta di itinerari, tracciati attraverso territori segnati dalla presenza fisica o interpretativa di scrittori. Un singolare percorso che fa rivivere al visitatore le suggestioni e le emozioni che lo scrittore ha vissuto e che vi ha impresso nelle sue opere.” (Stanislao Nievo) Recommended for advanced students. COURSE CODE: ITLL Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $130

CANTIAMO: ITALIAN THROUGH SONGS Alessandra Greco | Native Speaker

Un corso che vi permetterà di migliorare la grammatica, il vocabolario e la vostra abilità di ascolto divertendovi! Recommended for Low Intermediate students and above (CEFR A2+ and above). COURSE CODE: IAMO 5 Thursdays, 11am-12:30pm. Begins Feb. 8 | $160

APERITIVO LETTERARIO: ITALIAN BOOK CLUB Elena Lori | Native Speaker

Do you love Italy and all Italian things? Do you like the idea of knowing more about the country’s literature, history and culture? Come to share some classic literature, novels, and contemporary fiction with a glass of Italian wine! This term we will discuss Michela Murgia’s Accabadora. An homage to this renowned author who died this past summer. Intermediate Level (CEFR B1 and above) required. COURSE CODE: APLI Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Mar. 8 | $50

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World Languages

POLISH

LATIN

Edward Mitukiewicz | Native Speaker

Polish is a West-Slavic language, the official language of Poland and one of the official languages of the European Union. After numerous waves of emigration since the beginning of the 19th century around 10 million people speak Polish around the world in addition to the approximately 38 million of speakers who reside in Poland. One of the largest Diaspora communities is located in the US where Polish is spoken by 3.5 million people. Join them with a patient and experienced instructor who can guide you through this unique and interesting language. B E G I N NE R L E VE L 1

COURSE CODE: PLB1 Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 24 | $260

I N T E R ME D IATE CONVE RSATI ON A ND GR A M MA R

COURSE CODE: PLIN Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5-6:30pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $260 No class Feb. 19

RUSSIAN Katya Maher | Native Speaker

Russian is the largest native language in Europe, with 144 million native speakers in Russia, Ukraine, Belarus and is also widely spoken in Central Asia. Russian is the eighth most spoken language in the world by number of native speakers and the seventh by total number of speakers. Our experienced instructor, Katya Maher, will make you familiar with how to read and write the Cyrillic alphabet and everything else you need to communicate in this language. B E G I N NE R L E VE L 1

COURSE CODE: RUB1 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 23 | $290

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 1+

COURSE CODE: RB1+ Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $290

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 3

COURSE CODE: RUB3 Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290

I N T E R ME D IATE CONVE RSATI ON A ND GR A M MA R This conversation class is intended for people who already have a fairly large vocabulary and enough grammar to have a conversation in Russian. Such people usually are interested in keeping their Russian from getting rusty. Each lesson, we review some grammar features, but most of the time is spent in conversation. Also, for homework, in addition to some grammar exercises, the students get a text to read which we may discuss in class the following week.

SALVETE ROMANI Joan Brunetta | MA in Medieval Studies, University of York

Have you always been interested in Latin but never had a chance to study it? Although Latin is rarely taught nowadays, it remained the language of international communication in Europe well into the 18th century. Latin gives access not only to classical texts but also to more than 1000 years of texts written in Europe and North Africa since the fall of the Roman Empire. In this class, students will work on developing a core Latin vocabulary and understanding the basics of Latin grammar, with a focus on Latin’s linguistic connections to English. B EGINN E R L E V E L 1

COURSE CODE: SRLA Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290

INT E R ME DIAT E L E V E L 2 Students who have completed our Intermediate Level 1 class are now familiar with the entire present active system and the first three declensions-it’s now time for the perfect active system! The perfect active system will further open the world of Latin literature to you. This class is for students who have completed at least our Latin Intermediate Level 1 class. COURSE CODE: SRIN Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $290

THE ART OF TRANSLATION Joan Brunetta | MA in Medieval Studies, University of York

What does a “faithful translation” mean? And is a “faithful translation” of literary works even possible? In this class, we will discuss many aspects of translation theory and practice as well as work on some of our own translations in a variety of styles. Students in this class need not be fluent in another language, but must be familiar enough with another language to engage with a primary text in that language (reliance on a dictionary/grammar assistance is fine!). This class is especially suited to writers, poets, and others interested in playing with language. Required text: Is That a Fish in Your Ear? by David Bellos. C O U R S E C O D E : AT R A Sec. 01: 7 Mondays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $225 No class: Feb. 19

COURSE CODE: RUIC Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290

World Languages

SPANISH

LA CULTURA COLOMBIANA

Laia Roset Roig, Martha de la Vega, Luz Elena Zuluaga | Native Speakers

Luz Elena Zuluaga | Native Speaker

Lauren Braukmann, Maria Fernanda Salles | Spanish Instructors

Spoken in Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia, Spanish has the second largest number of native speakers in the world. It is also the second most studied language in the world, and the third most used language on the internet. Make Spanish your second language with our first-rate instructors. B E G I N NE R L E VE L 1

COURSE CODE: SPB1 Sec. 01: Wednesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290 | Lauren Braukmann No class Feb. 7 Sec. 02: 9 Thursdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290 | Laia Roset Roig

Sec. 03: 7 Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 20 | $300 | Luz Elena Zuluaga

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 2

COURSE CODE: SPB2 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 9:15-10:45am. Begins Jan. 9 | $290 | Luz Elena Zuluaga

Sec. 02: 9 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290 | Lauren Brauckmann No class Feb. 7

Sec. 03: 9 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290 | Laia Roset Roig

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 3

COURSE CODE: SPB3

Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $260 | Maria Fernanda Salles Sec. 02: 9 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290 | Laia Roset Roig

B E G I N NE R L E VE L 4

COURSE CODE: SPB4 Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290 | Martha de la Vega

H I G H B EG INNE R RE F RE SHE R This class is designed to thoroughly review the content of Beginner Level 1 - 4. It is designed for students who have completed Spanish Beginner Level 4 or equivalent in the past and would like to revisit and practice the basics of Spanish with the goal to get ready for everyday conversations.

COURSE CODE: SREH Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $290 | Luz Elena Zuluaga

B E G I N NE R CONVE RS ATI ON This class is for students who have completed our four beginner levels or the equivalent of it and are comfortable with using the present tense and have some knowledge of preterite and future. Reinforce your basic knowledge of the structure of Spanish, develop fluency with the past tenses, acquire new vocabulary, learn about culture, and practice with lively activities and conversations.

COURSE CODE: SPBC Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290 | Laia Roset Roig

H I G H B EG INNE R / LOW I NTE RME DI ATE

COURSE CODE: SPHB Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $290 | Luz Elena Zuluaga

I N T E R ME D IATE

COURSE CODE: SPIE Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290 | Luz Elena Zuluaga

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Colombia is a country full of contrasts both geographically and culturally. In this class we will explore its art by reading a short story of Gabriel Garcia Marquez and visiting some of its museums like the sculpture park of Fernando Botero. You will practice some grammar by visiting a restaurant and preparing its typical dishes. You will dance to Colombian music and review some essential vocabulary. By traveling in the metro of Medellin you will enjoy learning unique colloquial expressions and get to know the Metro culture. And of course you should enjoy a good coffee while watching how Colombia’s famous coffee is grown and processed. This fun class will give you a lot of opportunities to practice your Spanish and prepare you well for a future visit to this amazing country. Recommended for high beginners and above (CEFR A2 and above). Each term offers new material. COURSE CODE: SCOL Sec. 01: 6 Saturdays, 12:30-2pm. Begins Jan. 20 | $190

VIAJE LITERARIO: UNA MIRADA A LA ESPAÑA DE LA POSGUERRA José González Martínez | Native Speaker

Este curso invita a recorrer la literatura que surgió después de la Guerra Civil española con el objetivo de comprender mejor el contexto histórico y cultural de aquella época. A través de las autoras y obras más destacadas de este periodo, exploraremos la compleja conexión entre la creatividad artística y la dura realidad política y socioeconómica de esos años. Analizaremos y reflexionaremos sobre la literatura de resistencia y la de exilio, la de propaganda y la censurada, teniendo en cuenta también la rica realidad lingüística del país. Al final del curso, los estudiantes entenderán mejor este periodo de la historia de España, serán capaces de interpretar con una mirada más amplia la actualidad del país, al mismo tiempo que habrán descubierto nuevas obras literarias en las que sumergirse. Esta clase está destinada a niveles avanzados (CEFR B2en adelante). COURSE CODE: SPPG Sec. 01: 6 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 23 | $190

SPANISH THROUGH SONGS: BOLEROS EDITION Martha de la Vega | Native Speaker

Songs are a great medium to express a wide variety of emotions and a great window to other cultures. They are also very helpful and fun when learning Spanish. In this class, we will listen to different boleros. A musical genre that originated in Cuba and then spread throughout Latin America, boleros deal mainly with love and heartbreak. Improve your listening skills and review some grammar, learn new vocabulary and idioms, and enjoy the immersion in the culture. For intermediate students (CEFR B1 and above). COURSE CODE: SBOL Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 7 | $160

Humanities “Susan Glassman’s knowledge of literary criticism and reviews of the book we are reading significantly enriched my experience as a student. I plan to sign up for any future classes she will be teaching.” —JANE C., A KATE CHOPIN SAMPLER

LITERATURE A DICKENS SEMINAR: A TALE OF TWO CITIES

CATCHING THE WHALE: AN EXPERIMENT IN CRITICAL READING

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

Michael Frank | Ph.D. Cornell University

If you last read Charles Dickens’ most famous historical novel, A Tale of Two Cities, in high school or have never read it, this is your opportunity to discover what you have missed. The plot centers on the years leading up to the French Revolution and culminates in the Jacobin Reign of Terror. Replete with memorable characters, historical background, challenging themes, and unforgettable images, the novel still reads as a thriller and shows how people both suffer and rise above their tragedies. Be prepared to read about profound human love and repugnant savagery, horror and redemption, a heroine and a grotesque revenger, two families with dark secrets, and two cities, all in the backdrop of the bloodbath that was the French Revolution. COURSE CODE: CITI Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 10:30am-11:45am. Begins Jan. 9 | $250 Sec. 02: 8 Tuesdays, 2-3:15pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $250

Melville’s Moby Dick is an amazing mash-up of a coming-of-age narrative, a vivid picture of whaling, an inquiry into the nature of evil, and a great adventure story, all in wonderful, lucid, and often witty prose. It’s huge, it’s rich, it scares people, but it shouldn’t. This course, an experiment in collaborative reading, aims to go chapter by chapter, even paragraph by paragraph, stopping to unpack any issues—of story, of American history, of philosophy, of prose style—that deserve or demand attention. In our ten-week course, we may, with luck, get through a quarter of the book, but if our experiment works, we can plan additional courses. C O U R S E C O D E : M O BY Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 5-6:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $315

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Humanities

EDITH WHARTON Dr. Jodi Johnson | Poet

Arguably still one of the most under-appreciated writers in American literary history, from 1905 to her Pulitzer Prize success of 1920, Edith Wharton produced three novels of particular note: The House of Mirth, Ethan Frome, and The Age of Innocence. This class will look at this exciting period in Wharton’s development, reading and analyzing Wharton’s work as she takes us from New York to Boston, and the fictional town of Starkfield, Massachusetts, reading for character, theme, and also—if you have proclivities to write yourself—some of Wharton’s stylistic achievements. COURSE CODE: EDDI Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $250

WOMEN IN MODERNISM

AN IDEAL FAMILY: KATHERINE MANSFIELD’S SHORT STORIES

Marcela Filizola | Native Speaker, Ph.D., Universidade Federal do Rio

Petra Bittner | Literature Instructor

This course will focus on modernist female writers such as Virginia Woolf, Katherine Mansfield, Clarice Lispector, and Silvina Ocampo, among others. We will read and discuss their works to consider how aesthetics, politics, and gender might be interconnected. COURSE CODE: NISM Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 6-7pm. Begins Jan. 31 | $125

BRITISH CRIME CLASSICS: THE EDINBURGH MYSTERY AND OTHER TALES OF SCOTTISH CRIME Olga Turcotte | Jungian Consultant and Instructor

From the breathtaking Highlands to bustling cities and remote islands in wild seas, the landscapes and locales of Scotland have enthralled and inspired mystery writers of all ages. Join us to read a collection of spellbinding stories by a host of Scottish and south-of-the-border writers which are guaranteed to keep you beguiled and captivated! Please obtain The Edinburgh Mystery and Other Tales of Scottish Crime, edited by Martin Edwards, ISBN 9-781728-267692, and read the first two stories. COURSE CODE: EDIN Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 1-2:30pm. Begins Feb. 15 | $180

CONVERSING WITH CLASSICS: SARAH WINMAN’S STILL LIFE Tristan Prather | Literature Instructor

All literature today finds its foundation in works that have come before. Some contemporary novels try to resist this influence while others lean in to embrace it. Best-selling Author, Sarah Winman steps proudly into the latter with her historical fiction novel, Still Life, which achieved best-seller status in 2021. The novel converses with E. M. Forster’s A Room With a View and draws many inspirations from its characters and themes, and even Forster himself, to create a sublime celebration of life, beauty, and love all while attempting to answer the big question: “Does art imitate life, or does life imitate art?” COURSE CODE: STIL Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 11am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $250

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Katherine Mansfield’s innovative and perceptive stories are aglow with color. The Garden Party collection was written towards the end of her short life, at the beginning of the 20th century. Many tales in this anthology are set in the author’s native New Zealand, others in England. All are revelations of the unspoken, half-understood emotions that make up everyday experience. Please obtain The Garden Party and Other Stories (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition) ISBN-13: 978-1959891-29-1, and read “An Ideal Family” and “Life of Ma Parker” for our first meeting. COURSE CODE: HOME Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 2-3:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $170

THE WORM IN THE APPLE: THE STORIES OF JOHN CHEEVER Petra Bittner | Literature Instructor

The Pulitzer Prize-winning writer, John Cheever, has been described as the Chekhov of suburbia. His fiction is mostly set in the Upper East Side of Manhattan, as well as old New England villages. His stories are based on various South Shore towns around Quincy, Massachusetts, where he was born. They deal with his trademark themes such as the duality of human nature, and the nostalgia for a vanishing way of life, characterized by local cultural traditions and a profound sense of community. In this class, we will read and discuss one short story per week. Please obtain: The Short Stories of John Cheever (ISBN: 978-0-375-724428) and read “The Swimmer” for our first meeting. C O U R S E C O D E : WO R M Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 2-3:30pm. Begins Feb. 21 | $175

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WRITING NONFICTION

WRITING FROM YOUR OWN EXPERIENCE Mopsy Strange Kennedy | Book Reviewer, The Improper Bostonian We concentrate on two related genres using the first person. Nonfiction articles such as the “Lives” and “Modern Love” columns in The New York Times and “Connections” in the Boston Globe Sunday Magazine make use of the writer’s 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 the use of pungent and telling detail. COURSE CODE: WREP Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 10am-11:30am. Begins Jan. 10 | $315

WRITING IN CURVES Olga Katsovskiy | Creative Writer

In this six-week writing-intensive course, we will take what Burghild Nina Holzer calls a journey into the unknown; using our journals as a guide. We will write compelling stories, drawing inspiration from life’s ups, and downs, and the vast landscape of in-betweens. As our lives rarely follow straight lines, we’ll surprise ourselves by following the intricately curved pathways of our thoughts. We will explore topics fundamental to strong writing such as narrative voice, emotional arcs, shapes of stories, and tone. We will examine short fiction, essays, and nonfiction works to learn how to read as writers and apply writing theory. The aim is for each participant to create a short (under 2,000 words) semi-autobiographical piece that will be workshopped. All reading material will be provided. Writers of all levels are welcome. C O U R S E C O D E : C U RV Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 6-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $200 No class Feb. 19 Sec. 02: 6 Wednesdays, 6-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $200 No class Feb. 7

JOURNALING IN THE MOMENT Olga Katsovskiy | Creative Writer

Journaling is a creative outlet that can help us appreciate the little things in daily life and help us stay present and in the moment. This class will help you get started or improve your daily journaling practice and offer a safe space to share your experiences. Starting with journaling prompts, you will sharpen your observation skills by practicing descriptive writing, become more attuned to your inner motivations, and learn to distill your intentions. The skills learned in this class will provide a foundation for personal essays and memoir writing. We have many stories within us, and this class will help you find those that need to be told. Writers of all levels are welcome. COURSE CODE: JITM Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $200 No class Feb. 8

INVITATION TO MEMOIR Beverly Simon | Writer

Looking for a way to make a fresh start or take your memoir writing to a new level? This class will focus on writing practice as we delve into memory and recurring themes. Writing from stillness, we’ll seek the depth of our expression. We’ll read our work aloud and respond with kind attention. Energize your writing, talk about style aspects, and engage in supportive feedback. Come for the sake of writing and the inspiration to be found in the company of other writers. C O U R S E C O D E : H O LY Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 9am-11am. Begins Jan. 17 | $300

LIVING STORIES Don Gervich | Ed.D., Editor/Writing Coach, editorboston.com

What makes a story vibrant and unique? We discover this as we share our newest writing. Come to this class to experiment with styles and subjects—either fiction or memoir. We’ll learn how to create vivid characters who connect with zinging dialogue; infuse our scenes with detail, drama, and depth; and discover tales in our family and work, humor and turbulence, mistakes and joy. As we practice, we’ll travel together through the mystique of storytelling. Beginning and advanced writers are welcome. C O U R S E C O D E : LV S T Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $200

WRITING FOR HEALING Amy Mevorach | Literature Instructor

Sometimes the hardest stories to tell are the ones that most need to be told. In this class, we will focus on creating a safe space and a practice of self-care as we write, in prose or poetry, with the intent to heal and release. Drawing from the psychological insights of Judith Hermann, Natalie Goldberg, and Gabor Mate, we will discuss the ways the body holds onto trauma and how expressing ourselves through writing can help us heal. Sharing your writing with the group is encouraged but not required. COURSE CODE: RELE Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $250

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FICTION WRITING WORKSHOP Thomas Meek | Writer

For the student actively writing, this workshop format is designed to provide a supportive environment and critical feedback to help deepen and develop one’s work. The goal is for each student to conclude the class with at least one finished piece of short fiction (or chapter). We’ll examine character, plot, structure, language, and more while learning to incorporate constructive criticism from peers. Please note: Students should have a project in progress to take this class. COURSE CODE: FICT Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $305 No class Feb. 19

POETRY

LEARNING FROM MONICA YOUN: A POETRY WRITING WORKSHOP GETTING YOUR THORNY #@!* WRITING DONE! Kendall Dudley | kendalldudley.com

Need desperately to finish your essay, book proposal, story, or novel? Sign on for a grueling experience that will keep you up late, wreck your digestion, and kick you out of your comfort zone, but will get the work done! You’ll name your project, why it has to be done, and the steps to take, along with your known demons and distractions. You’ll sign away your rights to procrastination, dawdling, and indecision. Together we will create an acceptable manic approach that supports one another in this treacherous task. We’ll have a whole lot of fun doing it but accountability and fearlessness are key! COURSE CODE: THOR Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 2-4pm. Begins Jan. 23 | $185

FICTION

WRITING SHARED WORLD SHORT STORIES: A COLLABORATIVE WORKSHOP Michael McComas | Clarion Graduate and Founder of The Mechanics Writ

We are all familiar with the concept of shared worlds, many writers working on stories set in a shared fictional milieu. The Marvel Universe and Star Trek are two of the best-known commercial properties in this genre, and Thieves’ World and Future Boston both resulted in successful anthologies of short stories. In this course, we will look at the process of defining a world, its culture, and the characters who inhabit it. We will then write short stories within this collaboratively defined setting, staged against the backdrop of impending change or cataclysm. The events, the world, and even the genre are yours to choose and explore. At the conclusion of the class, we will arrange the stories in a logical and internally consistent order to include in a class anthology. COURSE CODE: WHIP Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $290

Tom Daley | Educator

Monica Youn is a Korean-American poet whose work Claudia Rankine describes as “disconcerting in its spectatorship and breathtaking in its beauty.” Though participants can bring poems on any subject, optional exercises, based on Youn’s poems, include writing about being alone in an unfamiliar city, questioning the dead, writing about the impact of oppressive weather, imagining a different outcome in a story written for children, and writing about an unsettling movie. C O U R S E C O D E : YO U N Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $300

COMING OF AGE AS A POET Jodi Johnson | Poet

Through using Helen Vendler’s Coming of Age as a Poet as a source text, this creative writing class will look at the various developmental techniques writers have used to come to produce their “mature” works. In response, this class will use their journeys to inform our creative writing workshops, where you’ll get to produce your poetry, and have it critiqued (and will critique in turn), all in the direction of increased mastery (and “maturity”) of your creative work. COURSE CODE: TEXT Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $250

BRINGING IT HOME: A CHAPBOOK WORKSHOP Ralph Pennel | M.F.A. Creative Writing

You’ve written the poems; now it’s time to take the next step. If you have ever dreamt of creating your poetry chapbook or you already have one in the works, but you need help seeing the project through to the end, this is the workshop for you. This workshop will help you revise, edit, and produce a chapbook of your poetry over eight weeks. We will discuss emergent themes, organization, form, formatting, and everything in between to help you reach your goal and set you on the path toward publication. COURSE CODE: CHAP Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $200

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BLACKSMITH HOUSE POETRY SERIES: WINTER-SPRING 2024 All readings take place in-person on Mondays at 8pm. Admission is $5 at the door. Visit ccae.org/blacksmithpoetry for more information. The award-winning Blacksmith House Poetry Series is named after the Blacksmith House at 56 Brattle Street. This was the site of the village smithy and backdrop for the spreading chestnut tree — subjects of Longfellow’s 1839 poem “The Village Blacksmith.” Andrea Cohen Director

Ron Spaletta & Daniel Grover Assistants to the Director Gail Mazur Founding Director

Sylvie Rosokoff Erin Patrice O’Brien

Pictured above, Gail Mazur, founding director of Blacksmith House Poetry Series, receives flowers from Andrea Cohen, current director, in celebration of the series’ 50th anniversary. Founded in 1973, the award-winning Blacksmith House Poetry Series brings established and emerging writers of poetry and fiction to Harvard Square. Acclaimed poets, Dorothea Lasky and Major Jackson, pictured right, are among those who will read in the upcoming cycle.

The Blacksmith House Poetry Series is funded in part by Cambridge Arts Council and Massachusetts Cultural Council. We appreciate our donors’ support of Cambridge Center for Adult Education and local cultural programming.

This February, the series held on 56 Brattle Street (pictured top) will feature poets Steven Cramer, David Daniel, Michael Dumanis, Major Jackson, Dorothea Lasky, Katie Peterson — and more! Readings take place on Monday nights at 8 pm. Visit ccae.org for a full list of readers as the next cycle nears.

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REVISION AS A CREATIVE ACT POETRY WORKSHOP

INTRODUCTION TO SCREENWRITING FOR MOVIES, TV, THEATER, AND MULTIMEDIA

Ralph Pennel | M.F.A. Creative Writing

Andrew Osborne | Screenwriter, baitshop.org

Where we enter poetry is rarely where we end up staying, so it’s time to take it to the next level! In this course, we will spend the term creating and revising new work as we develop our most authentic voices. We will hone our craft by reading and studying a variety of poets, exposing ourselves to a wide range of styles and aesthetics to cultivate our emerging poetic identities best. This class focuses heavily on revision and how to revisit the initial creative impulse where our poems began. COURSE CODE: STIK Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 7:30-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $200

SNOW POND: HAIKU FOR A WINTER AFTERNOON Jeanne Martin | Ed. D., Teacher Poet and Retreat Leader

Cozy up for an afternoon of haiku, the poem of heightened awareness of the natural world. We will learn about haiku: its history, form, and structure, read many haiku, and try our hands at writing using easy writing prompts that take us more deeply into the sight, sound, and touch of winter. Everyone is invited to this fun and supportive workshop. C O U R S E C O D E : S N OW Sec. 01: 2 Sundays, 1-4pm. Begins Mar. 3 | $100

STAGE & SCREEN

PLAYWRIGHTS’ WORKSHOP Peter Littlefield | Stage Director, Writer, and Dramaturg

You get an idea for a play. Now, how do you build it into a narrative? Moments grow into scenes. The movement of scenes becomes a language in itself. The story is secondary to something more elusive: a dramatic world recognizable from our lives. We are here to support you, whether you’re just beginning or writing a full-length play. We will read work, discuss problems, and use exercises to trigger observation and imagination. C O U R S E C O D E : P LW R Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $305

Whether you want to create movies, TV shows, plays, video games, comic books, or web videos, come learn the basics of scriptwriting in a supportive environment. At the same time, you work towards the first, second, or even final draft of a solid “spec” script. We’ll explore the three-act structure, industry-standard format, character, dialogue, and tips for surviving in the entertainment business and building your audience. COURSE CODE: REEN Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $305

ART HISTORY HOW TO BE SMART ABOUT ART: AN ART COLLECTING PRIMER Gina Fraone | Gallery Director

This class is all about demystifying the process of buying contemporary art. You will get a mini crash course on the key art dealers of the Modern, Post War, and Pop Art eras and how they helped shape today’s contemporary art market. We will spend time helping you define your collecting goals while learning about the various types of art galleries and other places to buy art such as online markets and auction houses. You will gain tips on how to safely shop in both primary and secondary markets, what questions to ask, and how to develop an eye for quality. We will also discuss the pricing of art and when (and when not) to think of an art purchase as an investment. COURSE CODE: SMAR Sec. 01: 4 Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Feb. 26 | $105

MASTERS OF MODERN AMERICAN ART Susan Glassman | Ph.D., English, University of Rhode Island

Join us for an in-depth exploration of masters of modern American art from Winslow Homer through Andy Warhol. Additional artists included in this course are Edward Hopper, James Whistler, John Singer Sargent, Georgia O’Keeffe, Jackson Pollock, Alexander Calder, and many other important painters of the period. We will discuss major movements of art during this time, such as Realism, Impressionism, Abstract Expressionism, Minimalism, and Pop Art. At each session, we will view works by four artists and learn interesting facts about their lives, the characteristics of their art, and their contributions to art history. This course will enhance your enjoyment and appreciation of modern art. COURSE CODE: MMAA Sec. 01: 6 Fridays, 2-3:30pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $150

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HISTORY & CONTEMPORARY ISSUES FOUR HUNDRED SOULS: THE RISE OF AMERICAN SLAVE SOCIETY IN REAL TIME Joshua Frank | President, Equity Intersection

In this four-session course, we will explore the meteoric rise of American chattel slavery from 1619-1861 through economic, historical, legal, political, religious and scientific lenses provided in the book 400 Souls, edited by Ibram Kendi and Keisha Blain. We will then apply these lenses to increase our understanding of the current racially polarized historical moment. Required book: Four Hundred Souls: A Community History of African America, 1619-2019 (edited by Ibram X. Kendi and Keisha N. Blain) COURSE CODE: 400S Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $145

A NOVEL TIME: THE PLOT AGAINST AMERICA AND THE TERROR OF OUR TIME Joshua Frank | President, Equity Intersection

“Fear presides over these memories.” So begins The Plot Against America by Philip Roth. Roth imagines the United States in alliance with Nazi Germany in World War II, describing the fearful consequences for the Jewish community in Newark, New Jersey. Over six sessions we revisit The Plot Against America through the lens of Roth’s vision and through the lens of the terrifying realities of 2024. Required book: The Plot Against America by Philip Roth. C O U R S E C O D E : N OV T Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 3:30-5pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $165

THE 20TH CENTURY LEGACIES OF QUEEN VICTORIA Sonia Pacheco | Archivist/Librarian/Historian

This class will cover several of the socio-political “legacies” of Queen Victoria. Each class will discuss a different “legacy” and start with an overview of what occurred during Queen Victoria’s reign and the subsequent impact that event/decision/action had during the 20th and 21st centuries. Topics discussed will include marriage, weddings, and family relationships, war, residential schools, colonialism, and apartheid. Material and a bibliography will be provided. COURSE CODE: VICT Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $220 No class Feb. 19

THE WORST CENTURY: THE CRISIS OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE, 192 AD-284 AD Allan Converse | Ph.D. in Comparative History, Brandeis University

As the Second Century of the Common Era neared its end, the Roman Empire had been in existence for two hundred years and had reached a peak of power and prosperity. Yet within a few decades the empire was falling apart, staggered by constant civil wars, plague, barbarian invasions, and economic failure. How did such a mighty state come so close to collapse so quickly, and how in the end did it survive what was arguably the worst 100 years in the recorded history of Western civilization? This course looks at the history and historiography of this dramatic period, which offers parallels to our own times. C O U R S E C O D E : WO C E Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $220 No class Feb. 19

A CULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HISTORY OF DESERTS Maggie Freeman | Ph.D. candidate in History of Architecture, MIT

Deserts and drylands encompass 40% of the globe and shelter two billion people. Arid regions are the birthplace of world religions, empires, and civilizations and are home to valued natural resources and major cities. Throughout human history, however, deserts have been seen as empty, hostile lands—spaces to be either feared and avoided or conquered and exploited. Consequently, we often fail to understand drylands as complex ecosystems and as places of rich cultural, ecological, societal, and economic diversity. This course delves deeply into deserts around the world and throughout history, examining deserts both as places lived in and shaped by humans and as imagined constructs. We will study deserts from an environmental perspective, defining what a desert actually is; where they are located; the materials and various forms of life found in deserts; and the effects of climate change on drylands. We will also explore aspects of the cultural history of deserts, studying the art, architecture, and literature produced in about deserts. How deserts have been imagined, exploited, and colonized also constitutes an important theme of this course, and we will study deserts as sites of imperialism, nation-building, geo-engineering, and resource extraction. COURSE CODE: DESE Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 3-5pm. Begins Jan. 31 | $220

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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: HOW GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH CAN BENEFIT FROM HISTORICAL MAPS

WHAT’S IN A NAME? BOSTON PLACE NAMES AS SIGNPOSTS TO HISTORY

Edward Mitukiewicz | Mathematician, Computer Scientist

So often we don’t really think about what’s behind the names of our streets, neighborhoods and landmarks. But let’s do so together! These names reflect people and events that have shaped Boston. In this illustrated talk, we’ll virtually travel around the city and delve into some of the names that mark our street signs, buildings, and other places of note. History will come alive in ways that enrich our sense of place and illuminate connections between the past and present.

Answering the question “where do our ancestors come from?” is often key to a better understanding of the history and traditions of our families. Identifying the places where our ancestors used to live could be a critical step in finding sources of genealogical information, but locating those places can be quite a challenging task, particularly in Eastern Europe. Web-based resources—including digital repositories of historical maps and geographic information databases—can help overcome those challenges. This workshop demonstrates the use of such resources in order to enable correlating information from multiple sources and facilitate locating our ancestral towns in Europe. COURSE CODE: LOCA Sec. 01: 2 Tuesdays, 5:30-7pm. Feb. 6 & 13 | $60

AGAINST THE WALL: THE ST. VALENTINE’S DAY MASSACRE, 1929 Allan Converse | Ph.D. in Comparative History, Brandeis University

The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre was one the most famous crimes in American history, often depicted on film and heavily mythologized in popular history and pop culture. This course examines the what, how, who, and why of the real event and its implications within the wider context of Prohibition America and 1929 Chicago. C O U R S E C O D E : AGVA Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Feb. 7 | $180

19TH CENTURY MIND CONTROL: FAKE SCIENCE AND REFORM IN ANTEBELLUM UNITED STATES Brian Bixby | Ph.D. in History, UMass Amherst

In changing times, how does one help construct a healthy society and find a satisfying place within it? This was the problem Americans faced in the 1830s, with political equality, social mobility, and industrialization revolutionizing their world. The academic disciplines of psychology and sociology were of little help, for they were both in their infancy. So Americans turned to two pseudosciences, phrenology and animal magnetism, to provide the answers. People sharing magnetic fluids and reading the bumps on their heads would provide the key to a better world. We’ll explore the careers of such varied reformers as O.S. Fowler, the dean of phrenology and inventor of the octagon house; La Roy Sunderland, crusading Methodist minister alleged to have seduced his second wife through animal magnetism, and the charlatan Robert Hanham Collyer, who ended up an honorable member of the Royal Anthropological Society! COURSE CODE: MICO Sec. 01: 3 Thursdays, 3-5pm. Begins Feb. 8 | $110

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Elizabeth Merrick | Author

COURSE CODE: BOSI Sec. 01: Tuesday, 5:30-7pm. Feb. 13 | $50

WHITE RAGE AND WHITE FRAGILITY Joshua Frank | President, Equity Intersection

In this class, we will take a deep dive into two books: Carol Anderson’s White Rage, which describes the history of backlash against civil rights gains of African-Americans, and Robin DiAngelo’s White Fragility, which describes the emotional responses and defensive moves that white Americans frequently engage in to simultaneously deny their own racism and to hold racism in place. We will explore the linkages between white rage and white fragility by looking at the cycles of progress and backlash in the United States, and also by exploring relevant theories of psychological functioning. Participants in the class will develop an understanding of the interlocking historical and psychological factors that impede movement towards an equitable society. This class is offered in collaboration with Equity Intersection (equityintersection.org). Required books: White Rage by Carol Anderson and White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo. COURSE CODE: WRWF Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Feb. 13 | $145

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WHITE PEOPLE CHALLENGING RACISM: MOVING FROM TALK TO ACTION - PART 1 Kim Beamon, Michelle Chalmers | Co-Facilitators

While this five-session workshop welcomes participants of all identities, its focus is on racism as a system that White people created, maintain and condone - and White people have a responsibility to dismantle. The workshop will take participants beyond the headlines to impart an antiracist world view that will infuse every aspect of participants’ lives, when hearts are open to it. In this group setting you will: Examine the role of White people in dismantling racism, in becoming antiracist, and in building an equitable society. Explore the impact of White privilege and how being unaware of that advantage helps perpetuate racism. Write about your own racial awareness journey. Enhance your understanding and capacity for action through discussion of short readings, videos, and other materials. Share everyday racism-related situations where you may not have effectively responded and, using role plays, work out effective ways to challenge racism. Develop a specific plan for challenging racism in the workplace, an organization, or in the community, while being encouraged to find other people in your life who can provide support and serve as an accountability partner in implementing your plan. Please note: Attendance at all sessions and completion of all assignments are required. Each participant will receive a phone call from one of the facilitators prior to the start of this program to review the commitment and class requirements. COURSE CODE: WPCR Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays, 7-9pm. Begins Feb. 20 | $175

THE PULSE OF DEMOCRACY 2024: ASSESSING THE HEALTH OF OUR BODY POLITIC Joshua Frank | President, Equity Intersection

Recent history and politics have felt like an ambush to engaged citizens. Where does it seem our democracy is headed? In this four-session course, we hope to use a deeper understanding of American history to gain a better grasp of the bewildering and terrifying events happening in our country as we approach another national election. This course will use historical themes explored in The Plot Against America by Philip Roth as a lens for understanding where we are now. COURSE CODE: PUDE Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Feb. 22 | $145

BRATTLE STREET: TORY ROW—A VIRTUAL WALKING TOUR Charles Bahne | Boston Historian

Let’s stay warm inside and explore Cambridge’s most celebrated street with a guided virtual tour. From Harvard Square to Elmwood, we’ll see the elegant mansions and the people who have lived in them over the past 250 years; the seven estates erected by British loyalists, then abandoned by them to serve as headquarters and hospitals for George Washington’s Army during the American Revolution; and Victorian-era houses that have been home to writers and inventors, including the creators of baking powder, Fig Newtons, and Polaroids.

FIND YOUR MISSION: VOLUNTEER FAIR Laurie Rothstein | Executive Director, Cambridge Volunteers

Cambridge Volunteers’ Winter Volunteer Fair features a remote round-robin of presentations from 30 local agencies that rely on volunteers, plus Q&A with agency staff about current and upcoming volunteer opportunities. Laurie Rothstein of Cambridge Volunteers will also be available for individuals or corporate group representatives seeking more personalized guidance. Early registrants will receive advance notifications of event details and presenters, to help maximize your time at the Fair. C O U R S E C O D E : V FA I

Sec. 01: Thursday, 12-1:15pm. Feb. 8 | Free

BOARD MEMBER BASICS Laurie Rothstein | Executive Director, Cambridge Volunteers

This workshop explores board roles, responsibilities, and the advantages of diverse leadership, for individuals who are considering board membership for the first time. The workshop is a conversation rather than a didactic exercise, intended to provoke reflection on individual experience, skills and goals, and finding a good match. COURSE CODE: VLBO Sec. 01: Friday, 12-1pm. Mar. 1 | Free

2024 WINTER CAMBRIDGE REMOTE VOLUNTEER FAIR Meet local nonprofits. Get 1-on-1 guidance. Find opportunities that matter most to you. Thursday, 12-1:15pm. Feb. 8 | FREE

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C O U R S E C O D E : V TO R Sec. 01: Wednesday, 5:30-7:30pm. Mar. 6 | $50

Visual Arts & Crafts “I loved how much freedom we were given to explore and try what we wanted with the help of our peers and teacher. I learned what I needed to try out all the patterns I have been dreaming about for years!” —BECKY, INTRO TO CROCHET

Many of our art classes require students to purchase materials. A link to the supply list can be found in the class description on our website at ccae.org.

DRAWING DRAWING WITH COLOR

DRAWING IN BARS

Ellen Stutman | Artist, ellenstutman.com

Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com

COURSE CODE: COLO Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $360

COURSE CODE: DBAR Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $150 Sec. 02: 5 Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30pm. Begins Feb. 21 | $150

We usually think of drawing with lines. In this class, we’ll focus on color shapes to help us understand and draw what we see. We will learn about color mixing, using warm and cool colors to create volume, separating objects, and creating space by showing differences in value and issues of composition. We’ll concentrate on the strength that color gives to our drawing, using your choice of pastels, oil pastels, or colored pencils. Some drawing experience is useful but not necessary.

Come sketch with us at a different Cambridge pub every week. Students will draw elements of the scene with portable mediums of their choice. Your charge is to draw from real life outside of the studio, and to capture the tone, gesture, and movement around you. The end goal is to improve your drawing ability and to become more comfortable drawing in public. All skill levels and drawing styles are welcome. Drinking is optional. Drawing is not. BYO materials.

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Visual Arts & Crafts

OPEN STUDIO FOR LIFE DRAWING The open studio provides time and space for artists to draw from a live model. Each week, the model will hold a series of short poses ranging from 1 to 20 minutes. This is a great opportunity to draw from live models in the medium of your choice. There is no instructor present, but there will be a studio monitor. COURSE CODE: STUD Sec. 01: Tuesday, 7:45-9:45pm. Jan. 24 | $25 Sec. 02: Friday, 5:30-7:30pm. Feb. 9 | $25 Sec. 03: Tuesday, 7:45-9:45pm. Feb. 28 | $25 Sec. 04: Friday, 5:30-7:30pm. Mar. 15 | $25 Sec. 05: Tuesday, 7:45-9:45pm. Mar. 26 | $25

PAINTING BEGINNER DRAWING Jeremy Durling, Geoffrey Halverson | Artists

A carefully planned series of exercises will introduce the beginner to the following elements of observational drawing: perspective, composition, light values, and contour. Students will begin by learning how to accurately measure and observe objects and the world around them. Classes will include instructor demonstrations and exercises in contour drawing, tonal drawing, and gesture drawing with plenty of time to practice in class and receive feedback from the instructor. COURSE CODE: DRBA Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $295 | Geoffrey Halverson Sec. 02: 9 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $335 | Jeremy Durling

FIGURE DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN Eric Bornstein | M.L.A., Harvard

A figure drawing is more than a collection of body parts. Capture the essence of your subject accurately with systematic practice of objective perceptual drawing skills. We will work with pencil and charcoal to organize the visual information that illuminates your subject’s unique configuration. Classes focus on gaining a familiarity with the materials, issues of composition, and the attainment of the right ambiance to render effective works. There will be a live model in the class. COURSE CODE: FDRB Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $335

PORTRAIT DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN Eric Bornstein | M.L.A., Harvard

A portrait is more than a face. Based in part from the book, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards, the curriculum systematically introduces vital perceptual drawing skills to help organize visual information and capture the essence of your subjects. Classes will focus on gaining a familiarity with useful drawing strategies, materials, issues of composition, and the attainment of the right ambiance to render effective works. Please bring medium/soft pure graphite pencil and vine charcoal and 18” x 24” white drawing pad to first class. There will be a live model in the class.

ABSTRACT ART: CONTEMPORARY APPROACHES Emma MacLeod | Painter

Fun, innovative, and challenging: abstract painting is an exciting way to express yourself. This course will begin by teaching the fundamentals of design, composition, and color. Throughout the course, we will examine recent developments in the world of abstract art, including the paintings of artists like Amy Sillman, Paul Kremer, Nicole Eisenman, and more. We’ll work on a variety of fun projects and you will go home with the skills to tackle your own abstract paintings! Open to all levels. COURSE CODE: ABSA Sec. 01: 10 Mondays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 8 | $455 No class Jan. 15 & Feb. 19

BEGINNER OIL PAINTING Jeremy Durling, Bahareh Safarani | Artists

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: 9 Mondays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 8 | $505 | Jeremy Durling No class Jan. 15 & Feb. 19 Sec. 02: 9 Fridays, 10am-1pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $505 | Bahareh Safarani

PAINTING THE LANDSCAPE Anthony Riccardi | Artist

Every landscape includes many complex shapes and textures. In this class, 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. We’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: PLSC Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 10am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $420

COURSE CODE: PDRB Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $300

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CCAE Studio School offers a group of coordinated classes that focuses on perceptual drawing and oil painting. We are interested in helping students develop skills that enable them to record and interpret, analyze and express. We are geared towards painting and drawing from life, stressing the importance of spatial relationships and careful observation. For more information, visit ccae.org/studio-school.

STUDIO SCHOOL DRAWING Jeremy Durling, Brett Gamache | Artists

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 welcomed and continuing students will also be challenged. Some classes might also include interior drawing, still life, and landscape. COURSE CODE: IDRW Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $620 | Jeremy Durling Sec. 02: 9 Wednesdays, 2-5pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $620 | Jeremy Durling Sec. 03: 5 Fridays, 10am-1pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $345 | Brett Gamache

PAINTING FROM LIFE: THE FIGURE & THE PORTRAIT Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com

This class will focus on accurate observation and structural understanding of both the portrait and the human figure. We will seek to translate these complex subjects to their simplest terms and methodically build our painting from a foundation of simple but essential color relationships. We will work with a nude live model from direct observation. COURSE CODE: PLFP Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 1-5pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $825 Sec. 02: 9 Wednesdays, 9am-1pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $825

DRAWING WITH THE FIGURE Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com

This course will explore figurative drawing as an artistic practice. We will begin with a study of construction and proportion and move into capturing a sense of gesture and light. All classes will be held with a live nude model. Appropriate for both the advanced artist or the beginner. COURSE CODE: DRFH Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $415

OBJECTS IN SPACE: STILL LIFE TO INTERIOR Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com

This course will explore the subject of still life and interior spaces while striving to find a creative working process. We will explore setups of both traditional and non-traditional objects, painting the still life and interior from direct observation. We will move on to explore deeper spaces, learn about perspective, and simplify the subject to its essential elements. Topics include composition, color mixing, paint application, setting the key of a painting, atmospheric perspective, and how to begin a painting. COURSE CODE: OSSI Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 1-5pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $755

INTENSIVE DRAWING BOOT CAMP Brett Gamache | Artist & Art Instructor, brettgamache.com

In this bootcamp, participants will experience six hours of intensive drawing. The instructor will guide you through drawing fundamentals and thorough observation. Beginning with rudimentary exercises of “seeing” and “recording,” you will move through carefully prescribed steps to the point where you can produce quality drawings with your newly acquired skills. We will work with live models most of the time. C O U R S E C O D E : B O OT Sec. 01: Sunday, 10am-4pm. Jan. 28 | $190 Sec. 02: Sunday, 10am-4pm. Feb. 25 | $190 Sec. 03: Sunday, 10am-4pm. Mar. 24 | $190

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ADVANCED MINIATURE AND GILDING (PERSIAN ART 2) Nayera Majedi | Artist

Miniature painting became a significant genre in Persian art in the 13th century, receiving Chinese influence after the Mongol conquest, with the highest point in the tradition reached in the 15th and 16th centuries! In this class the focus will be on the 15th period (Tabriz and Herat School of Persian Art). Through our examination of work by Persian masters of the 15th century we discuss what it took to create such works of art with regard to illustrations, stylized figures and animals, plants, and florals. Participants with the guidance of the instructor and through in-class demonstrations will choose features to fashion their own piece of 15th century style of painting in Tabriz or Herat school. This class is appropriate for students and artists who have completed Miniature and Gilding (Persian Art). COURSE CODE: AMIG Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $305

ADVANCED GEOMETRIC PATTERNS & ARABESQUE (ILLUMINATION 2) Nayera Majedi | Artist

As we have learned in the previous course, Arabesque ( Islimi & Khatai) is a style of decoration with precise geometric shapes and stylized foliated patterns abstracted from Nature with recurring harmonies tendrils and mazes. In this class we will concentrate on more complexities motifs creating more sophisticated designs, were used in various architectural decorations including gildings, book illustrations and delicate miniature paintings. Also, we will learn how to apply Gold ( in the form of plated imitation gold leaf or form of a high quality, highly pigmented gold paint), as Gold was used for decorative purposes in ancient manuscripts as a way of rendering light for elevating the holly books or precious books and paintings. C O U R S E C O D E : AG PA Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $305

BEGINNER ACRYLIC PAINTING Geoffrey Halverson | Artist

This introductory class is designed to provide a supportive and encouraging environment for beginners to learn the fundamentals of acrylic painting. You will learn about composition, light and shadow, and other key visual concepts while also learning how to mix colors, apply paint to different surfaces, and create texture and depth that will help in creating dynamic and engaging works of art. No experience is necessary. C O U R S E C O D E : B ACY Sec. 024: 8 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $295

PAINTING THE FIGURE WITH COLOR David Andrus | Artist, davidandrus.weebly.com

This class will focus on the use of vibrant color to create dynamic oil paintings from the live model that go beyond just copying. We will work with an increasing awareness of form and structure as well as looking at examples of past and present artists for inspiration. Please bring a canvas to the first class. Some figure drawing experience would be helpful. C O U R S E C O D E : PA I O Sec. 01: 8 Fridays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 26 | $450

WATERCOLOR WATERCOLOR, PEN & INK ILLUSTRATION Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com

Learn to marry the fluid, luminous quality of watercolor with the expression of hand-drawn pen and ink lines to create detailed illustrations with personality. Students will learn and experiment with a variety of techniques for using watercolor and pen and ink together and will choose one style for one or more developed pieces. COURSE CODE: WPIN Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $305

WATERCOLOR Anthony Riccardi | Artist

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. In this class, we will address 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: 10 Wednesdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $335

BOTANICAL WATERCOLORS: PAINTING THE FLOWER Adam Adkison | Artist, adamadkison.com

The fragile beauty of flowers and the vibrancy of watercolors go hand in hand. In this class, the instructor will guide you through painting several types of flowers from start to finish. He will provide color mixing, brushwork, and step-by-step instructions. He will also share tips and tricks for watercolor that you can use for a lifetime. Explore the finer details of nature in color, light, and form. All levels from beginners to advanced are welcome. Tuition includes a $15 materials fee to cover the cost of flowers. C O U R S E C O D E : WA F L Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $225

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PAINTING THE CITYSCAPE IN WATERCOLORS Adam Adkison | Artist, adamadkison.com

AQUA FIGURA: WATERCOLOR FIGURE PAINTING IMMERSION

C O U R S E C O D E : CYS C Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $225

Do you like watercolor painting but struggle with painting people? In this all-day Saturday intensive you will dive head first into how to mix skin tones, quick gesture painting, and how to build up the layers to create a human likeness. We will work from a model, looking at the figure as a whole as well as touching on portraiture and focused study on more intricate parts of the body (such as hands and feet). This class is open to all levels but some painting or drawing experience is recommended.

Join Adam as he teaches how to paint city scenes using watercolor techniques. Adam will break down elements like buildings, people, lighting, cars, and other elements into easy to learn sections. You will learn in the studio and, weather permitting, in the Harvard square area. At the beginning of each class Adam will demonstrate different painting techniques that you can use throughout your watercolors.

PAINTING THE SEASCAPE WITH WATERCOLORS Adam Adkison | Artist, adamadkison.com

Come explore seascapes in watercolor with a focus on color and various blending and mark-making techniques to create waves, light reflections, skies, sand, clouds, rocks, and more. This is designed for a wide range of watercolor skill levels from beginners to advanced artists. COURSE CODE: SEAS Sec. 01: 6 Fridays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $225

STILL LIFE IN WATERCOLOR Adam Adkison | Artist, adamadkison.com

Join Adam as he guides you through the world of still life in watercolor. You’ll learn the composition concepts of what makes a successful still life and how to use value and color theory, lines and movement throughout the painting all while learning to paint a variety of different objects such as fruits and vegetables, pottery, glass, reflections, flowers, and more. Students will gain understanding in how to set up their own still lifes. Join us in discovery of new skills and how to create the watercolor paintings you’ve always wanted to and have fun doing it! C O U R S E C O D E : S LWC Sec. 01: 6 Fridays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $240

CLOUDSCAPES IN WATERCOLOR Adam Adkison | Artist, adamadkison.com

In this one-day workshop students will learn to create spectacular, emotive, moody skies that will set the tone of your landscapes in watercolor. Six methods for incorporating clouds, including composition, techniques, how to make “soft” clouds, and more. Several demonstrations will be performed and will be chock-full of information to help you create the landscapes you desire. This is designed for a wide range of watercolor skill levels from beginners to advanced artists. COURSE CODE: CLSC Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-4pm. Feb. 10 | $125

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Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com

COURSE CODE: WFPI Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-4pm. Feb. 10 | $170

AQUA EFFIGIES: THE PORTRAIT IN WATERCOLOR Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com

In this workshop, we will explore the portrait in the inspirational medium of watercolor. We will discuss how to approach the portrait, including proportions and structure of the head. The instructor will explain how he approaches watercolor by breaking down color choices, compositions, and values of light/shadow in order to construct a solid foundation for the painting. The instructor will demonstrate how to put a portrait together from start to finish using both realistic and abstract techniques. We will finish the day with everyone working through a portrait from planning to completion. Basic watercolor experience is recommended but not required. C O U R S E C O D E : WA P P Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-2pm. Mar. 9 | $125

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PRINTMAKING INTRO TO INTAGLIO/DRYPOINT PRINTMAKING Louis Meola | Artist

Intaglio printing means printing ink from the incised marks in a plate or matrix. This is a course for beginning students seeking thorough exposure to intaglio printmaking without any of the nasty chemicals. We will give special attention to a broad array of intaglio applications: drypoint, found objects, collage, and monoprint techniques. The intaglio line is like no other in the sense that it becomes embedded in the fibers of the soaked paper. The end result is a deep, rich, and unique mark. C O U R S E C O D E : I TG L Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 7-9pm. Begins Jan. 8 | $270 No class Jan. 15 & Feb. 19

WHITELINE WOODBLOCK PRINTMAKING Dan Paret | Woodworker, planesimplebox.com

White line woodblock printmaking combines watercolor painting with woodblock printmaking, allowing for work that can be more painterly than relief printing, and more easily repeated than watercolor- in some ways the best of both worlds. Often referred to as Provincetown Prints, these prints require less carving than traditional woodblock prints, yet allow for making multiples that vary at the whim of the maker. We will approach this introduction with equal parts levity and seriousness, and before long you will be on your way. COURSE CODE: PRWL Sec. 01: 2 Tuesdays, 6-9pm. Mar. 5 & 12 | $105 Sec. 02: 2 Wednesdays, 2-5pm. Mar. 6 & 13 | $105

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTMAKING Dan Paret | Woodworker, planesimplebox.com

Making a Japanese woodblock print is a quiet, potentially meditative process, using a water-based medium more accessible than many people believe. It can be done at your kitchen table—all printing is done by hand, without a press. The many subtle layers of the discipline will provide a lifetime of challenges and opportunities. We will approach this introduction with equal parts levity and seriousness, and before long you will be on your way. If you have any questions, email the instructor at danparet@gmail.com COURSE CODE: JPRI Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 2-5pm. Begins Jan. 31 | $265 Sec. 02: 5 Saturdays, 12-3pm. Begins Feb. 3 | $265

INTRODUCTION TO BOOKBINDING Liticia Avery | Artist

The four-week course will provide students an introduction to various types of bookbinding techniques and terminology. We will begin with simple folded structures and simple stitch books, building skills to assemble more complicated stitched structures. This course is a great way to familiarize yourself with bookbinding and is perfect for those who are curious about the craft.

RELIEF PRINTMAKING Natalia Slattery | Artist, nataliaslattery.com

Relief printing is well-known for its beauty and versatility as a medium, from elaborate woodblock prints to deceptively simple styrofoam prints. In this class, students will explore relief printing techniques using linoleum or rubber blocks, as well as more unconventional materials. Over the course of eight weeks, we will build our skills, finishing off with a two-color reduction print. Class time consists of presentations, technique demonstrations, and ample time to work and share feedback. This class is excellent for printmaking beginners, or for more experienced artists looking to broaden their scope! COURSE CODE: RLFP Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $335

MONOTYPE PRINTMAKING THREE WAYS: INSPIRATION AND BASIC TECHNIQUES Laura Sheffield | Artist

Practice one of the most instantly-rewarding forms of printmaking: monotypes! The first session will feature reduction monotypes, the use of monotype base, watercolor and water-soluble crayons, and the qualities of various printmaking papers. In the second session, we will experiment with stencils, masks, and trace transfer monotypes. You can combine these methods and others to create unique prints, employing multiple pressings to build up layers on the same print. During the third and fourth session, we will try chine collé, a form of collage, using lightweight papers and the press to add richness and texture to your images, along with water-soluble oil-based printmaking inks, which offer rich color and options for printing in layers. The final class session will include time to finish projects and discuss how monotype printmaking can be continued at home without a press. Our studio uses non-toxic materials and some tools and supplies are provided or can be purchased on-site from CCAE. A list of supplies and resources will be provided to enrolled students. COURSE CODE: PRIM Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 10am-1pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $300

COURSE CODE: BKMK Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 5:30-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $225

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INTRODUCTION TO SCREEN PRINTING Hope Howard | Artist, hhowardart.com

Screen printing, or silkscreen as it’s sometimes called, is a versatile print process perfect for both bold designs and soft painterly prints. In this class, students will learn the basics of screen printing at home, including using various forms of resist, printing on fabric, and creating a DIY exposure unit for making detailed stencils from printed transparencies. Over the course of 8 weeks, students will find inspiration in contemporary printmakers and learn through demonstration, hands-on work time, and opportunities for feedback from the class. COURSE CODE: SLKS Sec: 01: 8 Fridays 5:30-8pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $335

PRONTO PLATE LITHOGRAPHY Louis Meola | Artist

Lithography made easy without the use of strong acids or heavy stones. Pronto litho is fast and requires little processing before you are inking up the plate, sponging, and running your first couple proofs. This course will introduce students to the chemistry and fast passed printing style that is lithography. Students will work on developing images using multiple plates and layering colors. We will work on color layering, image/plate development, and easy ways to register your prints perfectly right on the pronto itself. COURSE CODE: PRPL Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-2pm. Mar. 16 | $120

WOODWORKING INTRODUCTION TO WOODWORKING: BUILD A BOX Dana Farmer and Carl Spagnoli | Woodworking Instructors

Become familiar with typical woodworking tools and the basics of joinery and construction techniques by building the foundational shape from which most furniture and structures are constructed: a box! We will discuss different types of wood and what factors go into your choice of material. We will also discuss different types of joints, and both the structural and aesthetic reasons you may want to use one joint method over another. Students should plan on spending around $50 on materials. C O U R S E C O D E : W K BX Sec. 01: 9 Mondays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 8 | $455 | Dana Farmer No class Jan. 15 & Feb. 19 Sec. 02: 8 Wednesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $405 | Carl Spagnoli

WOOD CARVING WITH SMALL TOOLS Dan Paret | Woodworker, planesimplebox.com

Through a series of demonstrations and discussion, you will be introduced to a variety of wood carving techniques and styles, all of which can be carved with a modest set of small wood carving tools. Each class will include a demonstration and an opportunity to begin carving and ask questions. Between classes you will carve using the new technique/style. We will share our work and the instructor will answer questions before moving on to the next demonstration/project. Please contact the instructor with any questions: danparet@gmail.com. COURSE CODE: HTDC Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 30 | $265

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INTRODUCTION TO WOODWORKING: THE SHAKER TABLE Carl Spagnoli | Woodworker

Develop knowledge, respect, and skill with hand and power tools through completing individual woodworking projects with a mentor. In order to introduce various tools, woods, joinery, and sound construction techniques, typically you will make a Shaker-style table—or you can choose a modest project of your own if you have relevant experience—and begin to understand the finer details of woodworking, including tending to and sharpening your tools. You will provide your own materials, which will be discussed in first class. CCAE provides tools but students will be encouraged to buy some hand tools of their own—e.g., chisels, handsaw, combination square—and practice the art of maintaining them. The table project can be tailored to each student’s existing woodworking knowledge and experience so everyone is welcome. COURSE CODE: WKST Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 2-5pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $405 Sec. 02: 8 Thursdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $405

WOODWORKING OPEN SHOP Carl Spagnoli | Woodworker

In this open shop, students have time and space to complete modest projects of their choosing under the guidance of an instructor. Refine your knowledge about tools, woods, joinery, and tool sharpening with both hand tools and a range of power tools. Students should plan on spending $50-$150 on materials depending on the scope of their projects. It is recommended that students have taken an Introduction to Woodworking class at CCAE, or have previous woodworking experience. C O U R S E C O D E : W KC A Sec. 01: 8 Fridays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $405

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JEWELRY BEGINNING JEWELRY Laura Jaklitsch | Metalsmith, laurajaklitsch.com

In this multi-week class, beginning jewelry students will learn to design and fabricate their own handcrafted jewelry. Students will learn how to texture, file, form, solder, sand, and polish as they make different projects, which may include a ring, bangles, and bezel-setting a stone. All materials will be provided. There is a $50 materials fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class. COURSE CODE: JEBE Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $360

ADVANCED STUDIO JEWELRY Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

If you have taken ten or more intermediate/advanced-level jewelry classes or have a similar experience, join us to polish your skills to the highest level. You’ll enjoy open studio time in which to create the 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; email us your request at info@ccae.org and include your experience. The instructor will reply to you directly. C O U R S E C O D E : J E WA Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $430

INTERMEDIATE JEWELRY Laura Jaklitsch | Metalsmith, laurajaklitsch.com

For students who have completed our multi-week Beginning Jewelry class, or have taken three or more single-session beginner jewelry classes, join us to further your design and fabrication skills. You will undertake more challenging projects while learning how to customize them, these may include a hollow ring project, prong setting, and tube setting a stone. All materials will be provided and there is a $50 materials fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class. COURSE CODE: JWIN Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $365

BEGINNING JEWELRY: STERLING SILVER BAND RING Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

Beginning jewelry making students will learn the fundamental techniques for designing and fabricating a sterling silver textured band ring. Students will learn how to texture, file, form, solder, sand, and polish the ring. All materials will be provided, including sterling silver, copper (for practicing techniques), saw blades, solder, and sandpaper. A materials fee of $40 is payable to the instructor on the day of the class. COURSE CODE: JEWR Sec. 01: Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Jan. 12 | $100

STERLING SILVER HANDMADE CHAIN WORKSHOP Laura Jaklitsch | Metalsmith, laurajaklitsch.com

In this intermediate workshop over two days, students will learn how to form and solder links to make their own handmade chain in sterling silver. We’ll practice several different types of chain in copper, and then students will be able to make a chain bracelet with a handmade clasp or chain earrings in sterling silver. This class requires some experience with soldering such as the Beginning Jewelry class or workshops. All materials will be provided. A materials fee of $50 is due to the instructor the first day of class. COURSE CODE: JWSN Sec. 01: 2 Sundays, 10am-2pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $150

BEGINNING JEWELRY: BANGLE BRACELETS Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

Beginning jewelry making students can continue learning in this workshop which focuses on creating a set of 3 textured bangle bracelets, one each in sterling silver, bronze, and copper. Students will learn to further develop their fabrication skills, including measurement, texturing, filing, forming, soldering, and tumbler finishing. All materials will be provided, including sterling silver, bronze, and copper (in different shaped wires), saw blades, solder, and sandpaper. A materials fee of $40 is payable to the instructor on the day of the class. COURSE CODE: JEBB Sec. 01: Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Jan. 26 | $100

BEGINNING JEWELRY: STERLING SILVER BAND RING Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

Beginning jewelry-making students will learn the fundamental techniques for designing and fabricating a sterling silver textured band ring. Students will learn how to texture, file, form, solder, sand, and polish the ring. All materials will be provided, including sterling silver, copper (for practicing techniques), saw blades, solder, and sandpaper. A materials fee of $40 is payable to the instructor on the day of the class. COURSE CODE: JEWR Sec. 02: Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Feb. 16 | $100

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STERLING SILVER HANDMADE CHAIN WORKSHOP Laura Jaklitsch | Metalsmith, laurajaklitsch.com

BEGINNING JEWELRY: STERLING SILVER BAND RING Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

BEGINNING JEWELRY: STERLING SILVER PENDANT WITH BEZEL-SET STONE Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

Beginning jewelry-making students can continue learning in this workshop which focuses on creating a sterling silver pendant with a bezel-set cabochon stone. Students will develop their fabrication skills, including drilling, sawing, piercing, filing, multiple soldering techniques, making jump rings, satin finishing, and setting the stone. All materials will be provided: sterling silver sheet and wire, copper (for practice), cabochon stone, saw blades, solder, and sandpaper. A materials fee of $40 is payable to the instructor on the day of the class. COURSE CODE: JEPD Sec. 01: Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Mar. 22 | $100

OPEN STUDIO METALSMITHING AND JEWELRY Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

If you are or have been a metalsmithing or a jewelry student, join us to work independently on projects of your own design with direction from the instructor. Intermediate-level experience is required. Please bring the materials you intend to use. If you have any questions, please email info@ccae.org before the first class and we will have the instructor reply to you directly. COURSE CODE: OPMT Sec. 01: Sunday, 10am-4pm. Jan. 14 | $105 Sec. 02: Sunday, 10am-4pm. Jan. 28 | $105 Sec. 03: Saturday, 10am-4pm. Feb. 17 | $105 Sec. 04: Sunday, 10am-4pm. Mar. 17 | $105 Sec. 05: Sunday, 10am-4pm. Mar. 24 | $105

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FIBER ARTS HAND WEAVING A TAPESTRY Molly Broekman | Fiber Artist

In this class, students will learn to weave a tapestry by hand. From building a frame loom to removing the tapestry, you will learn the entire weaving process in detail. By the end of the course, you will have a finished tapestry and a reusable loom that you can use for future projects. You will be responsible for purchasing your own materials based on the provided supply list. C O U R S E C O D E : H W TA Sec. 01: 4 Fridays, 6-8 pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $160

KNITTING FOR ADVANCED BEGINNERS Laura Broach | Knitting Instructor

The next step for students who have passed the Knitting for Beginners course. In Knitting for Advanced Beginners we will complete three fall accessories projects together: a winter headband, mittens, and a shawl. For those who haven’t taken Knitting for Beginners, you should have a basic understanding of how to cast on, bind off, knit, purl, increase, decrease, and knit in the round, though we will review techniques. In this course, we will cover how to read and follow patterns, choose yarns, and gauge accordingly. Students will be introduced to the Magic Loop method of knitting. Expect to be working on projects outside of class as your confidence and love of knitting grows. COURSE CODE: AKNI Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $290

Visual Arts & Crafts

KNITTING FOR BEGINNERS Laura Broach | Knitting Instructor

As an introduction to knitting, we will cover casting on and off as well as the only two stitches in knitting: knit and purl. Once comfortable with these new skills we will move onto knitting in the round and shaping techniques with increasing and decreasing stitches. We will also discuss the difference between various fibers and how to choose wisely for each project. With your newly acquired skills you will be able to whip up birthday and holiday gifts for everyone you know as well as special projects for yourself. COURSE CODE: BKNT Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:45 pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $290

INTRO TO CROCHET Erica Colwell | Crochet Instructor

Come learn the basics of crochet, including how to chain, single-crochet, double-crochet, how to read a simple pattern, and more. By the end of the course, you will be well on your way to finishing your first project. Tips and tricks on picking yarn and reading patterns will be shared. COURSE CODE: CRCT Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 6-8 pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $240 No class: Feb. 19

EMBROIDERY 101: STITCH & CREATE Sophie Adams | Artist

Come learn the basics of embroidery! We will start by exploring the different embroidery stitches and, through guided practice and assistance from both your instructor and peers, you’ll be able to craft a well-structured design that you can display in your home. Remember, embroidering takes time and patience, and it is an excellent choice for those who enjoy working with their hands and want to explore their creative side, as it’s a forgiving medium. COURSE CODE: EMBC Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 6-8 pm. Begins Jan. 18 | $160

CREATIVE EMBROIDERY Sophie Adams | Artist

Are you looking to expand your embroidery skills and explore your creativity? Try embroidering without a design on your fabric, or create your own design that focuses on an area you’d like to grow in such as lighting, perspective, and organic shapes. You could even try mixing mediums by stitching fabric cuts onto your main canvas, using metallic threads, or painting on your fabric before or after stitching. There are no wrong choices or mistakes here. This workshop encourages freedom and exploration with the guidance of your instructor and fellow participants. Come play! (Basic embroidery knowledge is required). COURSE CODE: EMBR Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 6-8 pm. Begins Feb. 22 | $80

INTRO TO HAT BLOCKING: BERETS AND SIMPLE CAPS Alison Hynd | Hatmaker/Milliner

Create a stylish wool felt beret or cap using vintage wooden hat blocks. Day one focuses on traditional hat-blocking techniques, shaping felt over molds with steam, water, tugging, and pinning. On day two, personalize your design with added shaping, hatbands, and decorations. All hat blocks are vintage women’s styles, sized for women’s heads, or perching on the top/side. Essential materials will be provided. A $40 materials fee is included in the tuition. C O U R S E C O D E : H AT T Sec. 01: Saturday & Sunday, 10am-2pm. Feb. 24 & 25 | $200

BASIC SEWING: LEVEL 1 Deborah Haverty | Fashion and Sewing Instructor

Rachael Linker | Costume Designer, rlinkercostuming.com

Learn the basics of sewing by completing three small projects. You will learn basic sewing skills, including machine maintenance and how to build your sewing kit, as well as how to cut, take simple measurements, create a simple pattern, and choose fabric. This class is intended for beginners. Access to a sewing machine is necessary, please bring your own to class. COURSE CODE: SEWN Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6-8 pm. Begins Jan. 23 | $290 | Rachael Linker Sec. 02: 8 Sundays, 2-4 pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $290 | Deborah Haverty

BASIC SEWING: LEVEL 2 Rachael Linker | Costume Designer, rlinkercostuming.com

If you have taken a sewing class or have experience with sewing and sewing machines, join us to tackle slightly more advanced techniques such as facings, linings, trim, zippers, snaps, buttons, and other fasteners, using non-cotton fabrics, as well as altering commercial patterns and addressing fit issues with individually devised projects. Classes will be geared toward developing your sewing skill-set. This class is not recommended for absolute beginners. C O U R S E C O D E : S E WC Sec: 01: 8 Fridays, 6-8 pm, Begins Feb. 9 | $290

Visual Arts & Crafts

SHIBORI TIE-DYE WORKSHOP

EXPLORING CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY

Lena Borovci | Costume Designer, lenaborovci.com

Anastasia Sierra | Photographer

Join us for an introductory workshop exploring the basics of shibori! Shibori is a traditional Japanese resist dye technique that uses a variety of textile manipulation methods to produce different patterns when the fabric is immersed in indigo dye. Experiment with tying, folding, stitching, compressing, and twisting fabric to create your own unique shibori masterpiece. COURSE CODE: SHIB Sec. 01: Sunday, 10am-2pm. Jan. 21 | $120

WARDROBE ALTERATIONS Rachael Linker | Costume Designer, rlinkercostuming.com

Do you have a pile of clothing that needs to be altered and because they don’t perfectly fit you end up never wearing clothes that you paid for? Knowing how to tailor your clothes is a great skill to have when affording a tailor can be a luxury. Join us in this in person workshop to learn how to alter clothes on your own. You will be learning how to hem your pants and skirts, shorten your sleeves, and alter your shirt or dress. We will be using a sewing machine, but if you don’t own one we will touch base on the basic stitches used to sew by hand and will explain helpful tools and techniques to use when altering clothes. Basic sewing skills are needed for this class and it is suitable for beginners. C O U R S E C O D E : A LT H Sec. 01: Sunday, 10am-2pm. Feb. 25 | $80

MULTIMEDIA & PHOTOGRAPHY BEGINNERS GUIDE TO DRAWING WITH PROCREATE Maura McGonagle | Illustrator, mcmcgonagle.myportfolio.com

Join us for a beginner’s guide to the digital art program, Procreate. In this class we will go over the program tools and processes with the goal of understanding Procreate and its uses for beginners and professional artists alike. COURSE CODE: PROC Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 7:30-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 8 | $210 No class Jan. 15 & Feb. 19

INTRO TO CYANOTYPE Gabija Vaisvilaite | Artist

In this one session intensive workshop, we will learn about the process of making cyanotypes. Sometimes referred to as sun prints or blueprints, cyanotype is a 19th century photographic printing process that uses UV light to create a cyan blue print. Students will learn about the history of the process, as well as learn to coat paper and expose prints. We will use both the sun and indoor sources of UV light. Students are encouraged to bring photo negatives, flat objects, or different shaped 3D objects. No previous experience required. A $30 materials fee per student is included in the tuition. C O U R S E C O D E : CYA N Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-2pm. Feb. 3 | $125

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The focus of this class is on starting and maintaining a creative photography practice, using daily life as inspiration. Weekly assignments and group critiques will help students develop their photographic seeing and understanding of light while becoming more engaged with their surroundings, and the ideas and feelings that motivate their photography. We will talk about how to find your photography subject and how to use the language of photography intentionally. You’ll have more control over your images if you use a DSLR, but both DSLRs and phone cameras are welcome. The class is open to all levels. Students are expected to be familiar with their chosen camera’s basic functions. C O U R S E C O D E : E XC P Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 23 | $335

MASTERING THE DIGITAL CAMERA Randall Warniers | Photographer, warniers.net

The variety of menus, buttons, and settings on a digital camera can be intimidating. This hands-on, interactive four hour class will cover the fundamentals of camera operation and help you turn your digital camera from a confusing obstacle into a creative image-making machine. Camera required! This class is designed for beginning to intermediate photographers, but anyone can attend and get value out of the class exercises. COURSE CODE: MDPC Sec. 01: Sunday, 9am-1pm. Feb. 25 | $125

BEGINNING STUDIO PRODUCTION Cambridge Community Television | cctvcambridge.org

Gain Studio Camera and Floor Director experience, as well as exposure to technical directing, through planning and recording a studio show that will be shown on CCTV’s channels and website. A great first production experience, and a terrific way to meet other producers. This class will meet at Cambridge Community Television, 438 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA. COURSE CODE: SPRO Sec. 01: 3 Wednesdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $180

Performing Arts “Cie [Peterson] made everyone feel included. I learned a lot and felt I grew as a human a bit, too.” —DAVE C., HOW ‘BOUT SOME IMPROV?

All music students must provide their own instruments. Students will need to rent an instrument if they do not own one.

DANCE BEGINNER BALLET WITH SHANNON

ADVANCED BEGINNER BALLET WITH ASHE

Shannon Fitzgerald | Dancer

Ashe Turner | Dancer

COURSE CODE: TWRL Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $185

COURSE CODE: BALE Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $185 No class Feb. 19

A perfect class for those getting started or revisiting ballet as an adult! This class will cover basic ballet positions, steps, and terminology, focusing on the student’s awareness of proper posture and body alignment. Students will learn standing barre work and center floor exercises to enhance strength, balance, and flexibility. Participants will also develop a sense of musical awareness and movement quality. Please wear comfortable dance clothing and ballet slippers. Street shoes are not acceptable. Prior dance experience is optional.

This class teaches students to transform themselves as a layered response of frequency to music and fine-tune proper form through movement while practicing awareness of clean lines produced from first and fifth positions, front, back, and side to side. This class will consist of barre work, center work, and stretching while communicating the technical biomechanics of classical ballet, artistry, and musicality in detail. Please wear comfortable dance clothing and ballet slippers. Street shoes are not acceptable.

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Performing Arts

DANCES FOR A ROMANTIC OCCASION Jim Spellman | Dancer

We will learn the basic footwork of American-style waltz, foxtrot, tango, rumba, and merengue. Then we will learn the joy of leading and following, dancing in partnership. The class will be easygoing and fun, with a complete review each week. Music will include tunes such as “Moon River,” “Night and Day,” “Fernando’s Hideaway,” and “Perfidia.” C O U R S E C O D E : DA B A Sec. 01: 8 Fridays, 6-7pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $185 per pair

EAST COAST SWING DANCE Jim Spellman | Dancer

We will learn basic East Coast Swing in single, double, and triple timing. We will have fun mastering arch and loop turns. After accomplishing these basics, more complicated patterns will be taught. Some additional fancy footwork will also be included in the course. Music will include tunes such as “Good Golly Miss Molly,” “In the Mood,” “Baby Love,” and “Redlight”. Each class will include a complete review. The class will be easygoing and a good workout. COURSE CODE: SWNG Sec. 01: 8 Fridays, 7:15-8:15pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $185

ADVANCED BEGINNER CONTEMPORARY WITH ASHE Ashe Turner | Dancer

Contemporary dance teaches students how to connect musicality and technique. Artistry and individuality will be highlighted as a through-line in each class; students will learn how to express emotions through contemporary dance and music. Each class will start with floor work, warm-up, and across-the-floor combinations and end with choreography that may carry over multiple weeks. Combining improvisation, ballet, modern, and lyrical techniques will give the students a well-rounded understanding of contemporary dance. COURSE CODE: ABCA Sec. 01: 9 Sundays, 2:30-4pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $200

DRAG ME: AN INTRODUCTION TO DRAG PERFORMANCE Patty Burr | Drag Performer

This weekly course is a guided walk into the process of developing a drag persona from your first go-to make-up to a public performance at the end of the term. Classes will cover makeup and performance techniques, costume design, and drag history and feature expert guests from the Boston drag scene. C O U R S E C O D E : D R AG Sec. 01: 8 Saturdays, 1:15-2:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $185

HEEL HIP-HOP WITH TYH THE DANCER Tyhgita Cespedes | Dancer/Choreographer

Hip-Heels is a Heels class focusing on hip-hop choreography and executing it with proper heels technique. Heels are optional! Knee pads are encouraged! Wear anything you feel sexy and comfortable moving into class for a sensual healing experience! We do total body warm-up, conditioning, and stretching with frequent water breaks for hydration and socialization. You will leave Hip-Heels feeling your whole heart, body, mind, and spirit. COURSE CODE: HEEL Sec. 01: 8 Saturdays, 12-1pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $185

HIP-HOP WITH TYH Tyhgita Cespedes | Dancer/Choreographer

“Tyh” the Dancer leads a dynamic hip-hop class. Starting with a warm-up, we check in with our bodies and establish a solid mind-body connection. Next, isolations, stretch, and conditioning set the tone for style. Then we warm up to the space with some across-the-floor travel steps, including but not limited to animal walks that transition to choreography. The combination is then drilled, and we perform it for each other in groups. This allows everyone to enjoy the dance from both perspectives: audience and dancer. After this, we cool down and check out with a cipher circle that will enable us to safely play with what we learned in class to build confidence in our style with hip-hop as the foundation. As a result, we know more about hip-hop dance history and technique each week, from locking to popping to breaking. COURSE CODE: HHOP Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 7:45-8:45pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $185 No class Feb. 19

ZUMBA WITH TYH, THE DANCER Tyhgita Cespedes | Dancer/Choreographer

In this class, we warm our bodies from head to toe for an interval dance fitness workout. We move between high and low-intensity movements designed to get your heart rate up and boost your cardio endurance to world music! In the end, we cool down. COURSE CODE: ZUMB Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 5-6pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $185

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Performing Arts

INTRODUCTION TO UKULELE Amy Kucharik | amykucharik.com

More popular than ever, the approachable ukulele is the instrument of choice for great-sounding, portable music. You’ll learn the basics quickly to start playing songs you will immediately love. Simple chords will have you sounding great after just one class, and you’ll soon have a repertoire ranging from “Tin Pan Alley” ukulele classics to current pop hits. You will learn tricks for hunting down ukulele song chord charts online and adapting them for your own strumming and singing pleasure! No prior experience is necessary; bring your uke. COURSE CODE: UKE1 Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6-7pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $185 No class Feb. 8

CONTINUING UKULELE Amy Kucharik | amykucharik.com

Continue building your chord vocabulary while we strum versatile rhythms across a variety of genres. We’ll practice switching chords more quickly and also have an introduction to barre chords as well as reading tablature and finger picking. For those with some experience who are comfortable with chords including G and Em, and strumming up and down.

MUSIC

COURSE CODE: UKE2 Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 7:15-8:15pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $185 No class Feb. 8

STRINGS

INSTANT GUITAR FOR BEGINNERS Chris Brenne | Musician & Composer, B.A. Berklee College of Music

This is a guitar class for beginners on steroids! We’ll use innovative practice methods to get faster and better results without taxing your valuable time. Anyone can buy a chord book, look up songs on YouTube, or download a tab, but this class will show you how to use these resources. We’ll focus on how to put a chord progression together with rhythm and expression to play songs using strumming and some fingerpicking. You’ll leave the first lesson after having started playing your first song! Students must bring their guitar or rent one. COURSE CODE: GTB1 Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $200

INSTANT GUITAR FOR ADVANCED BEGINNERS Chris Brenne | Musician & Composer, B.A. Berklee College of Music

This is a continuing guitar class on steroids! We’ll use practice methods to get faster and better results without taxing your valuable time. At the same time, exploring the transitions between chords and tricks will help you navigate a song. We’ll cover all the basic chords, strums, and even some fingerpicking and melody/ leads! We will also discuss and practice some techniques musicians use to make a song come alive! The digital PDF file of the book is included in the fee. COURSE CODE: GTB2 Sec. 02: 8 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $200

Individual Lessons

PIANO

PIANO BEGINNER LEVEL 1 Marie Kurfirtova | Co-Instructor Pianist

Have you always wanted to play the piano? Have you taken a few lessons in the past but can’t remember as much as you’d like? It’s never too late to learn! This group class will cover all the basics, including how to read music. You will learn simple songs in various styles. The Faber Adult Piano Adventures All-in-One Course Book 1 is required. COURSE CODE: PNO1 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 6-7pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $285

PIANO BEGINNER LEVEL 2 Marie Kurfirtova | Co-Instructor Pianist

This group class is for those with experience with piano, who can read the grand staff and play with both hands together. Building on these basics, you will learn new songs in various styles and develop your technique. We may even play some duets! Lesson book: Faber Adult Piano Adventures All-In-One Book 2. The instructor will provide supplemental materials. Practicing a piano or keyboard at home is helpful but not required. COURSE CODE: PNO2 Sec. 02: 9 Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $285

Want to arrange one-on-one individual music lessons? Email us at info@ccae.org. REGISTER ONLINE AT CCAE.ORG OR CALL 617.547.6789

Performing Arts

ADVANCED VOCAL TECHNIQUE FOR MUSICAL THEATRE Lea Peterson | Vocal Technique for Musical Theatre

Building on the knowledge and concepts learned in level 1, this next course will focus on putting the pieces of the puzzle together: learning how each layer affects the next and executing multiple techniques at the same time. We will do all of this with the goal of producing a fully balanced and healthy tone that is appropriate to the style of the show. The four-week course will include group instruction as well as frequent masterclass-style learning. It will offer more opportunities for solo and small group work as well as the chance to dig deeper into a repertoire of your choice. C O U R S E C O D E : VOT 2 Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Mar. 5 | $145

PIANO BEGINNER LEVEL 3 Marie Kurfirtova | Co-Instructor Pianist

Have you played some piano before? If you can read the grand staff, play with both hands together, and are ready to learn short beginner pieces, this is a course for you! Building on your previous experience, you will continue developing your technique and knowledge of music theory, train your ear, and learn new pieces and/or songs in various styles. The instructor will provide supplemented materials. Having a piano or keyboard to practice on is helpful but not required. COURSE CODE: PNO3 Sec. 03: 9 Thursdays, 5-6pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $285

INSTANT PIANO FOR HOPELESSLY BUSY PEOPLE Deborah Gruber | B.M., M.M., easypianostyles.com

Learn all the chords needed to play any pop song in one afternoon! You’ll learn how to construct major, minor, and seventh chords; practice and memorize chords; transpose a song into your key; play music by ear; and accompany yourself singing. It is essential to know the notes on the piano and have a basic knowledge of the treble clef. Tuition includes a book and CD valued at $25. Debbie’s website; EasyPianoStyles.com. COURSE CODE: INPI Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-1pm. Mar. 9 | $90

VOICE

VOCAL TECHNIQUE FOR MUSICAL THEATRE Lea Peterson | Vocal Technique for Musical Theatre

This course will demystify the process of singing, from breath to sound, by using vocalization exercises and gaining practical knowledge of the voice’s mechanisms. We will utilize that knowledge while we perform musical theatre’s best repertoire (solo, duet, and/or ensemble numbers, depending on each person’s comfort level). You’ll come to understand oft-heard terms like “belt,” “falsetto,” and “straight tone” and be able to create them in your voice as well as hear and identify them in others. You will also learn about your unique instrument and its operation, empowering you to become a more confident and informed singer. C O U R S E C O D E : VOT E Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $215 54

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THEATER SCENE STUDY AND ACTING PRESENTATION FUNDAMENTALS Dewayne Nelson | Actor on Stage, Film & TV

Scene study and acting presentation fundamentals. This course is for the serious acting student who wants to gain experience in the creative process of acting in theater. In this course, students develop disciplinary mechanisms that will increase their acting skills as they work with text and memorization techniques. Students will also study and analyze scripts for character development and learn how to take direction as they work as an ensemble COURSE CODE: VIEW Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 7:40-9:40pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $305 No class Feb. 7

Discounted Parking for CCAE Students

We offer discounted parking with validation at the Charles Hotel Garage and the University Place Garage.

Charles Square Garage

3:30 pm – 1 am, Monday through Friday: Purchase a $6 ticket at the CCAE Registration Desk.

University Place Garage

View Regular Rates at University Place Garage Enter garage before 4 pm, Mon thru Fri: <1hr = $5 1-5 hrs = $14

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Free parking in Harvard Square on Sundays!

Performing Arts

CONTINUING ACTING WORKSHOP

STORYTELLING WORKSHOP

Dewayne Nelson | Actor on Stage, Film & TV

Andrea Aptecker | Actor, Public Speaking Expert

C O U R S E C O D E : AC T 2 Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 7:40-9:40pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $275

COURSE CODE: TELL Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jan. 17 | $275

Explore the next level 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 to have 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.

HOW ’BOUT SOME IMPROV? Cie Peterson | Director/VO Artist/Acting Coach

Working instinctually and without inhibition are the hallmarks of good improv, and good improv is an invaluable training tool for actors, but the adaptability and confidence required of improv performers make this an art form extremely useful to non-actors, as well. This fun, but challenging class is for anyone who wants to learn to be truly spontaneous, flexible, responsive, and able to live in the moment. If you sometimes get stuck in your head and want to get out, this is the perfect workshop for you. If you loved this class before, take it again. COURSE CODE: BOUT Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 7:15-9pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $180

IMPROVISATION AND ACTING FOR LIFE Mark Hessler | Teacher, Actor, and Director

Improvisation and acting are normally associated with comedy and performance but they’re also great training for talking and listening, being in touch with feelings and situations, and picking up on social cues to name a few obvious applications in everyday life. In this class, a selection of classic exercises will be done from the two traditions (acting and improvisation) and developed in a playful spirit based on brief class conversations and reflections. The course is meant to be fun and thought-provoking and help contribute to an active sense of humor, empathy, and confidence. It’s intended both for non-actors and for actors interested in practicing spontaneity, ensemble, or other aspects of craft without a script. No experience is necessary, all are welcome. COURSE CODE: CUES Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6:00-7:15pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $210

What’s your story?! Get introduced to the art of storytelling structure, and receive tips on using humor, building drama, and connecting to your audience. Each participant will have several opportunities to write and present five and ten-minute true stories, much like the stories from The Moth. All performances will be followed with in-depth comments and discussion. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to practiced storytellers.

STAND-UP COMEDY WRITING AND PERFORMANCE Joshua Filipowski | Comedy Instructor

Have you ever thought about trying stand-up comedy? Or do you want to take your stand-up and comedy writing to the next level? This workshop will help you find your inner comedic voice, whittle down to find the funny or punch up what already is. Students will also be given several opportunities outside of class to perform. COURSE CODE: IMPR Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $180 No class Feb. 19

CONTINUING STAND-UP COMEDY WRITING & PERFORMANCE Joshua Filipowski | Comedy Instructor

Have you taken Josh’s stand-up class two or three times and want even more? For stand-up that stands out, this next-level class will take your set to the next level. Prepare for emcee, hosting, and feature gigs, continue writing and developing your material and on-stage presence, hone your comedic voice and overall presentation, plus learn the basics of production and promotion. Students will also be given several opportunities outside of class to perform. COURSE CODE: IMP2 Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 7:15-8:45pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $180 No class Feb. 19

ACTING FUNDAMENTALS Cie Peterson | Director/VO Artist/Acting Coach

Whether you have an abiding interest in acting or a casual curiosity about the craft, this is the workshop for you! Engaging, illuminating, and multifaceted, this process-based class focuses on several key skills as fundamental to life and the workplace as the stage. Using acting exercises and character work—no formal scripts, no performances—this course will hone skills like listening, imagination, and concentration; help the beginning and intermediate actors develop competency; and reveal what acting is truly all about. (Hint: it is NOT about the words.) C O U R S E C O D E : K E YS Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $180

Individual Coaching

Want to arrange individual theater coaching? Email michelle.baxter@ccae.org.

Life & Wellness

“I love the space at CCAE that we have used for this class. It’s lovely!”

—KELLY H., MORE TO LOVE YOGA: LEARN TO LOVE YOUR BODY

AN INTRODUCTION TO SECULAR MEDITATION AND ITS PSYCHOLOGY

MIND & BODY

Doug Greve | Meditation Instructor

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS Jill WU | Tai Chi Instructor

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 makes it ideal for people of all ages. You will learn the first section of the traditional Yang style of long-form Tai Chi. Wear loose, comfortable clothes and soft, flat shoes. C O U R S E C O D E : TAV H Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15pm. Begins Jan. 9 | $185

MINDFUL FLOW YOGA FOR ALL LEVELS Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard

This posture sequencing guides you through poses (asanas) in a mindful flow designed to source all our movement from our deep strength and discover the beauty in our movement. We will practice strategies to lengthen stubborn hamstrings and hips, eliminate pain and compression in your lower back and neck, and create opening and flexibility in your upper back and shoulders. Careful attention is shown to our awareness of proper posture and breathing (pranayama) while in transitions and in stillness. Please bring your yoga mat.

COURSE CODE: SELF Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 7-8:45pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $115

YOGA FOR GRACEFUL AGING: TAPPING INTO YOUR BODY’S INHERENT WISDOM Lucie Kasova | Yoga Instructor

It’s important to feel at home in your body and build strength, mobility, and balance as you age. This accessible, beginner-friendly yoga program guides new and experienced students in movement, breath awareness, mindfulness, and relaxation while cultivating strength, flexibility, and mental focus. Participants grow overall functioning, freedom of movement, well-being, and body confidence. Mostly experiential, the curriculum also includes ample time for questions and discussion.

C O U R S E C O D E : BYO G Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 5:15-6:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $130

COURSE CODE: GRAE Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 3:30-5pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $95

KRIPALU YOGA FOR ALL AGES

CLASSICAL YOGA

Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard

Kripalu yoga is a form of gentle hatha yoga that places equal importance on the mind, body, and spirit. This style of yoga has a compassionate approach and is ideal for beginners and is accepting and adaptable to everyone, no matter your age, ability, or other circumstances. Please bring your yoga mat. C O U R S E C O D E : YO G A Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 4-5pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $140

People often meditate to feel more peace and clarity. However, meditation is not easy. This class approaches meditation with these challenges in mind. Participants will be taught the basic mechanics of mindfulness-style meditation to understand how meditation leads to beneficial results and to troubleshoot difficulties that arise. The instruction will be a mixture of formal meditation and lectures on psychological theory. The theory is based on Buddhist psychology, but the class will be purely secular (no references to supernatural processes). Appropriate for any level.

Suda Kolachalam | Yoga Instructor

We will perform Pranayama (Breathing expansion is a collection of breathing exercises developed by the ancient yogis for purification, mental focus rejuvenation, and healing), Warm-up (to flex your complete body and enable us to perform Yogasanas), Yogasanas (an asana is a posture which will lead you to a higher dimension of life). Please bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing in which you can bend, twist, and lift your legs. C O U R S E C O D E : C L OY Sec. 01: 8 Saturdays, 10am-11am. Begins Jan. 13 | $125

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TAROT FOR BEGINNERS Sally Cragin | Fitchburg City Councillor-at-large.

This hands-on workshop includes the history of this unique art form and its practices. Students will learn the rudiments of the four suits, the significance of the numbers, and the interpretation of “Major Arcana” cards. Discussion is encouraged, and we will practice some simple readings and then move on to more complex readings. We use the Rider-Waite deck, designed by Pamela Colman-Smith, for in-class readings. Appropriate for beginners and those wishing to practice and improve their abilities. C O U R S E C O D E : TA R O Sec. 01: Monday, 7:45-9:45pm. Jan. 22 | $50

MORE TO LOVE YOGA: LEARN TO LOVE YOUR BODY Rachel Estapa | Creator, More to Love Yoga

More to Love Yoga is for people who want to feel more connected and loving in their bodies, regardless of size. Our sessions integrate foundational yoga postures, calming breath work, mindfulness, and lessons of body acceptance. Beginners and experienced yogis are all welcome. COURSE CODE: PLUS Sec. 01: 6 Sundays, 10am-11am. Begins Jan. 28 | $130

FULL BODY MASSAGE TECHNIQUES WITH A PARTNER Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard

Bring a friend or significant other to learn basic Esalen/ Swedish massage strokes through lectures, discussion, demonstration, and supervised practice. The Saturday class takes more time to cover the worksheet on massage strokes for the back and uses an extended syllabus that includes legs and feet. Each participant can look forward to a 90-minute massage. Each pair should bring two pillows, two sheets or large towels, and a squeeze oil bottle. Wear loose, comfortable clothing to be able to massage the entire back. Women should wear a low-back bathing suit halter/ bathing suit top that opens in the back.

INTRODUCTION TO ANALYTICAL & DEPTH PSYCHOLOGY: PRESENTED IN COLLABORATION WITH C. G. JUNG INSTITUTE OF NEW ENGLAND Olga Turcotte | Jungian Consultant and Instructor

Join us to study the basics of Jungian analytical and depth psychology in a fun and friendly atmosphere. In this course, collaborated between CCAE and C. G. Jung Institute of New England, we will review the main concepts, study key symbols, and learn about dreams and fairy tales and their importance in the analytical process. The course is for all, regardless of one’s field of work; just bring along your curious minds and receptive hearts. Suggested reading: Man and His Symbols ISBN 9-780440-351832. COURSE CODE: IADP Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm. Begins Feb. 7 | $180

FLOWER ARRANGING Cass School of Floral Design

Discover the basic elements of floral design while creating three types of beautiful flower arrangements. You will learn how to achieve long-lasting freshness and select the best containers and flowers for the look you want to achieve. Seasonal flowers, foliage, and themes will be emphasized. A materials fee of $65 (cash or check only, no credit cards, no Venmo) is payable at the first class. Class held at the Cass School of Floral Design, 531 Mt. Auburn St., Watertown, 02472. COURSE CODE: FCAB Sec. 01: 3 Monday s , 6:30pm-8pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $100

PUBLIC SPEAKING WORKSHOP Kristin Baker | Director of Performing Arts, Suffolk University

LIFESTYLE & RECREATION

Whether you’re delivering a presentation at work, school, or your best friend’s wedding, or simply want to gain confidence presenting ideas clearly and concisely, the best way to get comfortable with public speaking is to practice. In this workshop class, you’ll have the opportunity to present both impromptu and prepared speeches, followed by in-depth comments and discussion. We’ll look at body language, speech organization, and methods to build excitement and curiosity among your listeners. Most importantly, we’ll have fun in a supportive and encouraging environment. All are welcome.

BEING THE DUNGEON MASTER: AN INTRODUCTION TO RUNNING DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

INTRODUCTION TO CARD MAGIC

COURSE CODE: MARB Sec. 01: Friday, 6:45-9:45pm. Feb. 9 | $140 per pair Sec. 02: Saturday, 10am-3:30pm. Feb. 10 | $200 per pair

Joshua DO | Game Master, fighttheexposition.com

Seize the throne of Dungeon Master (DM) with Joshua Do, a seasoned storyteller and DM with over a decade of experience. In this course, you’ll learn the art of crafting immersive Dungeons and Dragons adventures, designing unique storylines, and creating memorable gaming experiences. Whether you’re a newcomer or a veteran player, this course caters to all levels of experience. Embrace your inner storyteller and step into the world of D&D! Enroll now and embark on your journey to becoming an excellent Dungeon Master! COURSE CODE: DDDP Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7pm Begins Jan. 10 | $150

COURSE CODE: PSWS Sec. 01: 5 Mondays, 6-8pm. Begins Jan. 22 | $205 No class Feb. 19

John Bach | Magician

Ever wanted to amaze family and friends by performing incredible magic tricks anytime, anywhere, with just an ordinary deck of playing cards? Now you can, even if you’ve never touched a deck of cards in your life. In this class, you’ll learn a repertoire of dazzling tricks, many requiring no special skill, as well as basic sleight-of-hand techniques and professional tips for making the magic more powerful and entertaining. C O U R S E C O D E : M AG I Sec. 01: 3 Thursdays, 1 Friday, 7:30-9pm. Begins Jan. 25 | $125

Life & Wellness

HOW TO BE A TRAVEL CONNOISSEUR Paige Anderson | Travel Aficionado

Do you feel inundated by all the planning that goes into booking a singular trip? Are you staring at your suitcase, perplexed by knowing you can only take so much with you? Are you scared that a local will give you a weird look for doing something you think is normal? If you think you fulfill any of the above, this class is for you. You’ll learn which websites give you deals on flights, what items are essential to bring with you, what documents you’ll need for popular destinations, and what websites you should check out to learn more about particular destinations. The instructor Paige Anderson will also share personal insights on how to keep yourself safe, particularly if you plan on traveling alone, and what landmarks she enjoyed visiting. COURSE CODE: TRCO Sec. 01: Saturday, 12-2pm. Jan. 27 | $50

COLD-PROCESS SOAP MAKING 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 honey-oatmeal soap, and then experiment with colors and fragrances. We’ll discuss proper usage and storage of lye, mixing lye and water, oils for soap making, fragrance oils, essential oils, superfatting, additives and exfoliants, coloring, molding, and curing. A $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. C O U R S E C O D E : S OA P Sec. 01: 2 Sundays, 11am-2pm. Feb. 11 & 18 | $180

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT AUTO REPAIR Bruce Gerry | Dr. Tuneup, Auto Mechanic

Join an experienced mechanic and instructor who can make all things automotive both fun and clear. We’ll cover basic maintenance and troubleshooting ignition, charging, cooling, fluids, electrical, brakes, and exhaust systems. We’ll discuss common problems encountered with any vehicle. You’ll be better able to diagnose problems, perform basic maintenance, and deal competently and knowledgeably with local mechanics. Please note: This is a lecture and demonstration class. COURSE CODE: CARR Sec. 01: 3 Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. Begins Feb. 15 | $110

MUSHROOM WALK: FUNGI IN THE WILD Lawrence Millman | Author and Mycologist

Join us for a mushroom walk in Concord or Lincoln. However dry or unpromising the weather, our tour leader guarantees that we’ll find a minimum of 30 different species. You’ll learn to identify mushrooms both with and without a guidebook, and you’ll also unlearn everything you were ever told about how to distinguish a poisonous from a non-poisonous species. The focus of this walk is scientific, not culinary. The tuition includes the presentation and the walk. The presentation is mandatory. The instructor will tell you the location during the Friday presentation. COURSE CODE: FUNW Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Mar. 15 in-person at CCAE Mushroom Walk on Saturday, 2-4pm. Mar. 16 | $125

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COMMUNICATION FOR FRUITFUL INTERACTIONS Michael Koran | Poet

In this class we’ll role-play to find better ways to interact with ourselves, friends and strangers using theatre games to find creative ways of expressing ourselves. We’ll explore how to observe without judging, discover what we love, make doable requests, and create win-win interactions. We’ll read and discuss Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg. COURSE CODE: CFFI Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays from 7 to 9. Begins January 9 | $170

PSYCHIC SKILLS FOR A SOULFUL LIFE Michael Koran | Poet

Let’s learn how to be more present in all we do so our psyche will continually reveal itself anew. We’ll learn: better ways our psyche can heal, make decisions, and connections; discover tools for psychic self-defense and dream interpretation as well as examine how we can successfully, safely, and humorously understand and live with extraordinary experiences. Then we’ll devote ourselves to questioning how to better interpret them. We’ll read from Soul Food by Jack Kornfield and Christina Feldman to discover delicious and nutritious ways to make our souls grow more whole. COURSE CODE: PSSL Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays from 7 to 9. Begins Feb. 13 | $170

GATEWAY GAMES: INTRODUCTION TO MODERN BOARD GAMES Alex Lasky | Gamer

In a digitized age where we spend so much time on our phones or computers, the table top industry is growing rapidly. In this class, we will learn about some of today’s most popular games broadly considered entry-level to the hobby. These include Settlers of Catan, Carcassonne, Pandemic, as well as several others. We will learn the basics, rules, and strategies and also have the opportunity to sit down at the table and play with fellow students. Watch out—you might get hooked! C O U R S E C O D E : G AT E Sec. 01: 5 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm Begins Feb. 22 | $125

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND STAFF Board of Directors

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Program Staff

JaneAnn Fisher Chair

David Lehman Vice President Nan Soule Vice President

Michael Goldman Treasurer Phil Crutchfield Secretary

Kris Butler Brian Carey Diane Carson Lauren Holleran Brian Kelley Ploy Khunisorn Lauren Marshall Christian Nolen Alberto Ovalle Dan Paret Natalie Wigotsky Reed Mark Stanek Board of Visitors

Joel Altstein and Nan Laird Sharmy Altshuler Tina Bentley Denise Blumenthal Hilary Burling Elizabeth Coxe and David Forney Sandra and Toby Fairbank Mary Ella Feinleib Dotty Gonson Hormoz Goodarzy and Elaheh Kheirandish Jock Herron, Jr. Jane Katims Jenny Littlefield Susan Eldredge Mead Suzanne Ogden Bill and LuAnn Polk David Rooks Mary Power Katie Salter Jeannie and Matey Smith Fredericka Stevenson David and Patricia Straus E.V. Sweeney Mimi Truslow Pammy Willis Brattle House

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HUMANITIES

FIERCE AND FEMININE

WHAT MAKES HARVARD SQUARE A SQUARE?

Boston By Foot

Charles Bahne | Boston Historian

From the 1600s to the mid-1900s, women’s contributions to Boston were often under-recognized. Who were these Bostonians and what achievements have been overlooked? Including women of mixed classes, lines of work, and domestic lives, their passions and professions ranged widely from creative survival to medicine, nutrition, education, art, literature, philanthropy, gender rights, and more. Overall, this tour acknowledges the steps these women took in making Boston and America what they are today. Meeting point: At the corner of Tremont and Court Streets, in front of the entrance to the Government Center MBTA station.

Harvard Square has been an intellectual and cultural center for nearly four centuries now. Join us as we explore the haunts of Joan Baez and Bruce Springsteen, Teddy and Franklin Roosevelt, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and T. S. Eliot. We’ll see the Gold Coast, a castle and a horsecar barn, and the First Church and the First Parish (and learn why they split). Walk the square and learn why this part of Cambridge is one of the most fascinating places in the world. Meeting point: Courtyard of 42 Brattle Street. C O U R S E C O D E : H VS Q

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 5:30-7:30pm. Aug. 15 | $50

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Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-12pm. Aug. 4 | $25

THE BOSTON FOODIE REVOLUTION James O’Connell | Ph.D. in Urban History, University of Chicago Boston’s “gourmet revolution” of the 1970’s started our area on a journey to innovative, multi-cultural, and farm-to-table cuisine. In pursuit of high-quality, adventuresome food, Boston and Cambridges’ culinary entrepreneurs have popularized casual and craft food, elevating it to an art and appealing to locals’ love for homegrown bites and brews. Using menus to guide us, we will trace the development of Greater Boston’s contemporary food culture. COURSE CODE: TBFR

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 5:30-7:30pm. Aug. 8 | $50

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HISTORY & CONTEMPORARY ISSUES WERE THEY REALLY THE DARK AGES? THE EARLY MIDDLE AGES (500-1000 AD/CE) Anatole Sykley | Historian and Member of the WWI Historical Society Were the Early Middle Ages from 500 AD a “dark” era lacking social and intellectual progress? This era has many surprises. As pieces of the old Roman Empire in the west struggled for stability, monarchs such as Charlemagne the Great arose. In the east Byzantine rulers held on and even expanded. Bookish monks in the west and curious Islamic scholars in the east, preserved classical learning, making some progress, despite the ravages of Viking and Bulgar raiders, plagues and superstitions. C O U R S E C O D E : E M AG

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 3-5pm. Begins Jun. 18 | $240

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CCAE reserves the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment or other considerations. We begin cancelling classes with low enrollment up to 10 days before a class is scheduled to start, so register as early as possible in order to reserve your seat and help it meet the minimum enrollment. Please note: Students must be at least 18 years old to register for a class at CCAE, unless the class is specifically listed as one for an adult with a child.

Registration fees

An $8 registration term fee is charged for any class whose tuition exceeds $25. Only one registration fee is charged per person per term. The registration fee is not refundable if you withdraw from a class. The fee is refunded if CCAE cancels your class or if changes to the class schedule prevent you from attending. This does not apply to individual classes rescheduled due to inclement weather or other significant factors beyond CCAE’s control.

Withdrawing from a class

If you withdraw seven days or more before the start date of a class, we will issue you a class credit (valid for 18 months from the date of issuance). If you prefer, we will refund the class tuition minus a $10 processing fee. All refund requests must be submitted within 90 days of purchase. Withdrawals from classes and events under $25 are only eligible for a class credit; no refunds are given. If you withdraw six days or less from the start date of a class, we do not issue class credits or refunds.

ONLINE CLASSES

Online classes take place on Zoom. If you are unsure if you are able to use Zoom or if your camera and microphone work, we recommend testing it out by joining a test meeting before your class starts at zoom.us/test. The Zoom link and information on how to join will be emailed to you. Please also check your spam folder. If you register within 12 hours before the class begins or after the first date, please contact zoom@ccae.org for the link.

Technical support

Students may contact our registration office at 617-547-6789 ext. 1, or zoom@ccae.org for technical assistance. Support will be available during all underway classes. Check ccae.org for up-to-date office hours.

Student expectations for online classes Classes will take place on Zoom. Do not share the Zoom meeting invitation and link with anyone who is not registered for the class.

Transferring to another class

Classes will take place at the time they are scheduled. We cannot provide recorded classes if you are not able to attend the class at the time scheduled.

Cancellation or schedule change

One registration is for one person. If you are planning to invite your spouse, partner, or friend to attend this online class with you, please sign up for an additional seat.

You may transfer into a different class if you contact us at least three business days before the start of the class. If there is a difference in price, we will issue a class credit or there will be a remaining balance to be paid. Refunds are not given.

CCAE reserves the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment or other considerations. We begin cancelling classes with low enrollment up to 10 days before a class is scheduled to start. If we cancel your class, you will receive a course credit good for 18 months from date of issue or, upon your request, a refund. Please call our registration office to request a refund. All refund requests must be submitted within 30 days of class cancellation. If CCAE changes the class schedule before the class begins such that you are unable to attend, you may receive a refund or a class credit upon request if you contact us before the withdrawal deadline. This does not apply to individual classes rescheduled due to inclement weather, or other significant factors beyond CCAE’s control.

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We may occasionally take pictures of students in our classes for use in promotional materials. Your enrollment in a class indicates your approval.

View a full list of our online and in-person class policies and terms and conditions at ccae.org/about/policies.

For the security of our instructors and students, please do not record the class. Please do not take photos of the class without the permission of the instructor and the other students. Please be aware that students are required to turn their camera on in most of our online classes.

IN-PERSON CLASSES

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PROGRAM DIRECTOR FOR FOOD & WINE, BUSINESS, FINANCE & TECHNOLOGY fresh fruit at the peak of summer that reminds me of growing up in southern California. Briny oysters and clam chowder that bring me back to my first fall in New England.

WHO TAUGHT YOU HOW TO COOK? I first got into food and cooking where I think a lot of people start, in my mom’s kitchen. She has always been an incredible home cook, and I learned from an early age that food is more than just something that feeds your body. Cooking is also both a creative expression and a language of affection. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FOOD IN THE ENTIRE WORLD AND WHY? It’s impossible to pick just one! In general, my favorite foods are ones that inspire strong emotions: My mom’s all day pasta sauce recipe that’s been handed down from mother to daughter for generations. Ripe

WHERE DO YOU DRAW INSPIRATION FOR YOUR COOKING? As a home cook, I think some of my best meals are often the ones made on the fly, drawing inspiration from what’s on hand. I find it very satisfying to find ways to reduce kitchen waste and make delicious meals at the same time. Is it summer and I have a surplus of zucchini? Then it’s time to start making fritters and bread. Maybe I have milk that needs to get used up so I’ll make pudding or white sauce. HOW DID YOU BECOME INTERESTED IN LEADING THE COOKING DEPARTMENT? CCAE has been my home for a little over 6 years now, starting out as Registration Staff and then becoming the Student Services Manager.

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From the very beginning, I’ve loved interacting with our students and furthering our mission of offering engaging classes to curious adults. When the opportunity to move behind the scenes creating and curating those same classes opened up I had to jump on it!

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE IDEAS THAT YOU WISH TO MAKE HAPPEN FOR THE COOKING AND BUSINESS DEPARTMENTS AT CCAE? So many things! Right now, I’m focused on bringing in new classes that emphasize the creative diversity of our community. Cambridge is a vibrant melting pot, with people from all over the world, from all walks of life. CCAE has always been a meeting place for people who celebrate that and my goal is to further inspire it. In the future, keep an eye out for more classes that focus on local produce and goods, neighborhood restaurants and chefs, and gathering together with your friends and neighbors.

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