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Encore Older Adult Education Program

Donation FormYou can also donate online at http://community.piercecollege.edu/encore/donate.asp.

Whether you are a long time Encore supporter or giving for the first time, thank you for supporting Encore! Donations to the Encore Program provide for special projects, events, supplies and equipment. Please use this form to mail in your donation.

Mail or drop off to the Encore Office your completed form along with your donation to:Pierce College Foundation - Encore 6201 Winnetka Avenue #341 Woodland Hills, CA 91371

Donor Information

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Table of ContentsDonation Form 1General Information 2Email 3Additional Information 3Important Reminders 3Application Procedures 4Registration Procedures 4Calendar of Classes 5-6Class Descriptions 7-20Maps 21-22

Board of Trustees

Andra Hoffman, President Steven F. Veres, Vice President Gabriel Buelna, Ph.D. 2nd Vice President Mike Fong Ernest H. Moreno Scott J. Svonkin David Vela Alfredo Gama Salmeron, Student Trustee

District Administration

Dr. Francisco C. Rodriguez, Chancellor Dr. Melinda Nish, Interim Deputy Chancellor Dr. Ryan M. Cornner

Vice Chancellor of Educational Programs and Institutional Effectiveness

Jeffrey M. Prieto, General Counsel Vacant

Vice Chancellor of Finance and Resource Development Dr. Ruben C. Smith, Chief Facilities Executive Dr. Albert J. Roman, Vice Chancellor for Human Resources Carmen V. Lidz, Vice Chancellor & Chief Information

Technology Officer Larry Frank, Interim Vice Chancellor Workforce &

Resource Development

The Encore Program has made every effort to make this Class Schedule accurate and may, without notice, change general information, courses, or programs offered.

For complete college information, see Pierce College General Catalog. Federal Privacy Rules Regarding Student Information Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) prohibits the disclosure of personally identifiable information from education records. For more information visit the U.S. Department of Education.

Contact InformationOffice: VLGE 8310A (behind South Gym)Hours: Office closed until further notice.Telephone: (818) 710-2561, (818) 710-4163Leave your name, phone number, and short message. We will return your call.Encore Email: [email protected]: piercecollege.edu/encore

General Mailing Address:ENCORE, Pierce College 6201 Winnetka Avenue, #341Woodland Hills, CA 91371

Encore is a Pierce College education program designed specifically for older adults (50+), but all students over 18 are welcome. Courses address the needs of older adults focusing on topics that promote independence, advocacy, community engagement, personal growth, physical and cognitive health, economic self-sufficiency and subject matter that relates to older adults’ life circumstances and positive aging skills. Encore offers free noncredit classes and fee-based classes through Community Extension.

Encore Mailing List: Current students are on the list. Others can call (818) 710-2561 to have a catalog mailed.

Donations to the ENCORE Program provide for special projects, events, supplies and equipment. Checks payable to: Pierce College Foundation – Encore; use form on page 1. Donations of any size are appreciated. Thank you for your support!

Special Services: Students with disabilities can contact Special Services. Authorization, based on verification of disability, is required before accommodation can be made. Special Services is located in the Student Services Building. For questions, call (818) 719-6430.

Emergency procedures: From any pay phone on campus: dial *80. From any campus extension: dial 4311. From cell phones: dial (818)710-4311. Campus “Blue Lights” are tall blue cylinders topped by bright lights. Press large red button to immediately connect to the Sheriff’s station.

Academic Courtesy is common sense respectful behavior given by the students to each other, to professors and college staff. Disobedient, disruptive or disorderly behavior exhibited by any student will result in disciplinary action in accordance with District policies and procedures

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All classes are online and meet the days/times scheduled.

Instructors will email students directions on how to sign in for their online classes. Please check your campus email regularly.

1. Registration Procedures: see page 4.2. New students Application Procedures:

see page 4.3. Encore Office: (818) 710-2561

Leave your name, phone number, a short message and we will return your call.

4. Encore email: [email protected]

5. To reset your password contact the LACCD Help Center (844) MYLACCD or (844) 695-2223.

6. If you forgot your Student ID number, contact the LACCD Help Center (844) MYLACCD or (844) 695-2223.

EmailStudents are encouraged to check their email regularly for class cancellations, changes and announcements.

Log-in to LACCD Email:1.Go to piercecollege.edu.2.Click Class Registration (upper right corner).3.Enter Student ID# and Password.4.Click Mail tile.

To FORWARD LACCD email to your personal email:1.Log in to your LACCD email (see above).2.Click on the cog wheel icon located on the top right.3.Under Settings type Forwarding.4.Click on Enable Forwarding.5.Enter email address you want forwarded in Box directly under Forward my email to.5.Click Save.

IMPORTANT: Entering Password

Enter your password slowly and carefully. If you try too many times you will be locked out and have to re-set your password.

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APPLICATION PROCEDURESApply to Pierce College if you have not enrolled in any of the LACCD colleges in the last two semesters.

How to apply: Email needed for online application.1. For Assistance: CCC Apply helpline 877-247-48362. For questions: Encore Office (818) 710-2561.

NOTE: After completing CCC Application call the Encore Office with your CCC ID#, and the date, and time completed.

Application has two parts:1. Creating an Account (3 pages).2. Start Application (9 pages).Create Account:1. Go to www.piercecollege.edu2. Click Apply Online at the top right.3. Click, CLICK HERE TO BEGIN APPLICATION.4. Click Create an Account.5. Click Begin Creating My Account.If you do not wish to use your SSN, go to the bottom of the page. Click box to DECLINE. 6. Click Continue.Start Application:1. Create a user name and password. Record them.2. Click Begin Application.9. Click Save. Click Continue.

Educational Goal: select Educational DevelopmentIntended Major: select IGETC--General Education

10. Answer ALL questions. Click Submit.

Once complete you will receive 2 emails. 1. The 1st has your CCC ID#. 2. The 2nd has your Student ID# (It begins with an 8 or 9).

Notes: If you do not receive your Student ID# within 5 days please call the Encore Office. Disregard messages requesting transcripts. Please check your e-mail Spam folder.

REGISTRATION PROCEDURESWhen can I register? Check Reg Date Appointment.1. Go to www.piercecollege.edu2. Click Class Registration or SIS Portal at top right.3. Type your student ID # and password.4. Click the tile Manage Classes. 5. Click Enrollment Dates – on the left side.6. Under preferred semester – look for “Your Appointment Start Date Class Time.”Note: You can register anytime on or after your appointment. Online registration appointments are issued by the Los Angeles Community College District. Encore Office cannot change registration appointments.

How to Register for classes:1. Go to www.piercecollege.edu2. Click Class Registration or SIS Portal at top right. 3. Type your Student ID# and Password. 4. Click Manage Classes. 5. Click Class Search and Enroll. 6. Select preferred semester.7. Enter class number in “Enter Keyword Box.” 8. Click >> right side (at the end of line).9. Click > right side (at the end of line).10. Click > right side (at the end of line).11. Click Next upper right.12. Add to Wait List – click No – change to Yes.13. Click Accept.14. Click Next.

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15. Click Submit.16. Are you sure you want to submit? Yes/No17. To add another class click “Return to Keyword Search.”

Add classes after semester starts:

Email instructor for a Permission Number, follow steps 1-11. Enter Permission Number. Click Accept. Follow steps 14 -16. For instructor email address see Encore website: www.piercecollege.edu/encore

Wait List: See above how to “Add classes after the semester starts” with the permission number.

CALENDAR OF CLASSES Fall 2020 Aug. 31 - Dec 12Class # Course Title Instructor Time Room

Monday12211 Body Movement Shvetsov 8:30-10:30 am ONLINE21604 Body Movement Lacelle 9-11 am ONLINE18744 Body Movement: Chair Exercise Shvetsov 10:40-12:40 pm ONLINE12355 Body-Mind Fusion Tinto-Singer 10:40-12:40 pm ONLINE12286 Art and Light – The Meaning of Illumination Thornton 11:15- 1:15 pm ONLINE18743 The Piano Concerto Repertoire Domine 1-3 pm ONLINE20101 Hot Topics: Justice System Oborn 1:30-3:30 pm ONLINE22459 Body Movement: Chair Exercise Jensen 1-3 pm ONLINE27062 Watercolor Pitt 1-4 pm ONLINE19268 Healthy Living: Technology Support for Seniors Feldman 1:30-3:30 pm ONLINE17670 Science Discussions Meyer 1:30-3:30 pm ONLINE17886 Investing and Current Business Issues Braun 2-4 pm ONLINE20107 Intermediate Computer Skills Murphy 2-4 pm ONLINE12313 Art in Israel: 1600-1960 Thornton 2:20-4:20 pm ONLINE

Tuesday12253 Yoga Feldman 8:00-10:00 am ONLINE12087 Body Movement Tapper 8:00-10:00 am ONLINE11791 Painting Portraits Thornton 9-11 am ONLINE17660 Body Movement Hefter 9-11 am ONLINE24607 Body Movement: Chair Yoga Cummins 9-11:00 am ONLINE27059 Beginning & Intermediate Painting Pitt 9:30-12:30 pm ONLINE

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19165 Body Movement Tapper 10:10-12:10 pm ONLINE20103 Watercolor: In Plain Sight Tirr 10-1 pm ONLINE17672 Current Events Levick 10-12 pm ONLINE12276 Art in Israel: 1600-1960 Thornton 11:15-1:15 pm ONLINE25417 Music of the American Jewish Experience Brostoff 11:15-1:15 pm ONLINE12504 Sports Current Events Levick 1-3 pm ONLINE27061 Abstract Painting & Color w/ Mixed Media Pitt 1-4 pm ONLINE11726 Short Stories Follett 1:30-3:30 pm ONLINE20100 Election 2020: Candidates, Debates, Oh My! Holland 1:30-3:30 pm ONLINE17664 Abstract Painting Watercolor/Acrylic Tirr 1:30-4:30 pm ONLINE18122 Intermediate Internet Skills Perret 1:45-3:45 pm ONLINE12333 Art and Light – The Meaning of Illumination Thornton 2:15-4:15 pm ONLINE

Wednesday12218 Intermediate Yoga/Mat Pilates MacDonald 8-10 ONLINE12113 Body Movement Shvetsov 9-11 am ONLINE20099 Body Movement Lacelle 9-11 am ONLINE12385 Body-Mind Fusion Tinto-Singer 11:10-1:10 pm ONLINE19199 Body Movement: Chair Yoga Cummins 11:15-1:15 pm ONLINE17659 Enjoying Humor in Music Brostoff 11:30-1:30 pm ONLINE11741 Quilting Streimer 12:45-2:45 pm ONLINE12457 Current Events Levick 1-3 pm ONLINE22460 Body Movement: Chair Exercise Shvetsov 1:30-3:30 pm ONLINE27107 Beginner Drawing 2 Kraus 1-4 pm ONLINE12542 Renaissance Painting – Egg Tempera Thornton 1-4 pm ONLINE12405 East Meets West Tinto-Singer 2-4 pm ONLINE17887 History of Rock N Roll - Part 2 Domine 2-4 pm ONLINE11878 Sheltered in Place Contemp. Watercolor Wee 2-4 pm ONLINE

Class # Course Title Instructor Time RoomThursday

24606 Body Movement: Chair Yoga Cummins 8:30-10:30 am ONLINE12185 Body Movement Tapper 8:30-10:30 am ONLINE24605 Body Movement Tapper 10:40-12:40 pm ONLINE12073 Body Movement Shvetsov 9-11 am ONLINE26564 Watercolor Painting (3) Kraus 9:30-12:30 pm ONLINE27063 Beginning & Intermediate Drawing Pitt 9:30-12:30 pm ONLINE18745 Art and Light – The Meaning of Illumination Thornton 9:45-11:45 am ONLINE20104 Acrylic Painting/Composition Tirr 10-1 pm ONLINE12241 Basic Yoga/Mat Pilates MacDonald 10:45-12:45 pm ONLINE12471 Current Events Levick 12-2 pm ONLINE23549 Email and Internet Basics Perret 12:45-2:45 pm ONLINE20106 Figure Drawing Pitt 1-4 pm ONLINE26566 Beginning Oil Painting (C ) (water mixable) Kraus 1-4 pm ONLINE17671 Religions of the World – Eastern Traditions Sloan Goben 1:30-3:30 pm ONLINE19240 History of California Kaapuni 1:30-3:30 pm ONLINE21949 Understanding Exercise and Body Movement Tinto-Singer 1:30-3:30 pm ONLINE17666 Watercolor: Natural World Tirr 1:30-4:30 pm ONLINE18742 Digital Photography Nisan 2-4 pm ONLINE15262 Intermediate/Advanced Computer Survey Simmonds 2:15-4:15 pm ONLINE12044 Encore Singers Avakian 2:15-4:15 pm ONLINE

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18746 Art in Israel: 1600-1960 Thornton 2:20-4:20 pm ONLINEFriday

12224 Intermediate Yoga/Mat Pilates MacDonald 8-10 am ONLINE12132 Body Movement Tapper 9-11 am ONLINE27060 Intermediate & Advanced Painting Pitt 9:30-12:30 pm ONLINE27056 Oil Painting Studies Scarbro 9:30-12:30 pm ONLINE26559 Watercolor/Pastel Painting Kraus 9:30-12:30 pm ONLINE12001 Top Ten: 20th Century Events Changed Music Piazza 10:30-12:30 pm ONLINE12266 Yoga: Chair Exercise MacDonald 10:45-12:45 pm ONLINE12429 Body-Mind Fusion Tinto-Singer 11:10-1:10 pm ONLINE12014 Unlock Your Inner Mozart Piazza 1:30-3:30 pm ONLINE12483 20th Century Film 12 weeks Windrum 1-3:30 pm ONLINE12611 Color Theory Scarbro 1-4 pm ONLINE12623 Watercolor Thornton 1-4 pm ONLINE26958 Beyond Drawing Kraus 1-4 pm ONLINE

Saturday17663 Dynamic Sketching 2 Scarbro 9:30-12:30 pm ONLINE26959 Artistic Anatomy Scarbro 1-4 pm ONLINEImportant DatesFall registration begins in JuneSemester begins Monday, Aug. 31, 2020 Semester ends Friday, Dec. 12, 2020

HolidaysSept. 7 – Labor Day Nov. 11 – Veteran’s DayNov. 26,27 - Thanksgiving

Reminder: Need Student ID, Password, & print-out of your Class Schedule

Topics of InterestOlder Adult 60CE – Senior Topics

Class #20100 – Election 2020: Candidates, Debates, Oh My!Tuesday 1:30-3:30 pm Holland ONLINEThis class explores all the aspects of the upcoming 2020 elections. Topics will include, but not restricted to, the presidential, congressional, and state and local elections. Specific topics will include the presidential debates, polls, political ads, fundraising, the Electoral College, and public policy issues as discussed by the candidates.

Class #19268 - Healthy Living: Technology Support for Seniors – Stay Connected 2020!Monday 1:30-3:30 pm Feldman ONLINESocial distancing and new safety concerns have highlighted the need for older adults to become more technologically aware and proficient. As new technologies have changed how nearly everything works from banking, ordering groceries online, making medical appointments, utilizing tele-health platforms and accessing free entertainment, to communicating with friends and family, near and far. Understanding these changes in how we communicate is crucial. Trying to learn new technologies on your own can seem overwhelming but don't give up! Stay Connected 2020 will bring you up-to-date on what you need to know to learn comfortably and benefit from these new technologies. In this course you will learn about texting, video chatting, the best apps for seniors, online safety,

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photo sharing, social media and much, much more. Research the latest apps to find services, become comfortable using your smart phone but most importantly learn how to stay connected to family and friends now and for years to come.

Class #17671 - Religions of the World – Eastern TraditionsThursday 1:30-3:30 pm Sloan Goben ONLINEThis course will be an introduction to the study of World Religions and will focus on religions from East, South, and Southeast Asia, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shinto and East Asian Buddhism. Like most religious traditions, each of these has a Pilgrimage that is integral to their faith. We will explore these practices, and when possible we will have a zoom visit with practitioners of these traditions to join us for a time of Q&A. We strive for conversation and understanding in a world that invites cross-cultural opportunities for engagement.

Class #17670 - Science DiscussionsMonday 1:30-3:30 pm Meyer ONLINEHow science helps your life! A discussion of basic scientific principles and their application. We will examine current topics of scientific interest and will not avoid uncomfortable topics for which there is solid scientific evidence.

Class #12471 - Current EventsThursday 12-2 pm Levick ONLINELively discussion of current local, national and world events. Explore the news from different viewpoints with a goal of increased understanding, empathy and tolerance.

Class #12504 - Sports Current EventsTuesday 1-3 pm Levick ONLINELively discussion including (but not limited to) current financial, legal, ethical and political issues in the local, national or world arena related to organized sports; not simply a recap of prior weeks' games.

Class #17672 - Current EventsTuesday 10-12 pm Levick ONLINELively discussion of current local, national and world events. Explore the news from different viewpoints with a goal of increased understanding, empathy and tolerance.

Class #12457 - Current EventsWednesday 1-3 pm Levick ONLINELively discussion of current local, national and world events. Explore the news from different viewpoints with a goal of increased understanding, empathy and tolerance.

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Class #12483 - 20th Century FilmFriday 1-3:30 pm Windrum ONLINEClass will discuss the relationship between Hollywood motion pictures and the American society surrounding, reflecting and influencing the practices of the film industry in the year 1980. Note: 12 weeks

Class #20101 – Hot Topics: Justice System, Impact of Public PolicyMonday 1-3:30 pm Oborn ONLINEThis course focuses on the impact of public policy in the justice system. Examine current events to interpret how issues in the justice system impact our lives. Laws and policy changes that apply to seniors such as legalization of marijuana, homelessness, mental health issues, and COVID-19. Consequences of public policies will be discussed.

Class #19240 – History of California Thursday 1:30-3:30 pm Kaapuni ONLINEThis course is a survey of the history of California, including Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and American periods. The goal of the course is to provide a conceptual and factual framework to understand the political, cultural, social, intellectual, and economic developments during these periods of California history and how each helped shape the state.

LiteratureOlder Adult 29CE – Literature and the Human Experience

Class #11726 – Short StoriesTuesday 1:30-3:30 pm Follett ONLINEThe Short Story, according to Edgar Allan Poe, is to produce a single effect in the reader. As such, it should be read in one sitting: hence, brevity is a key feature. Come and join us as together we explore some significant works in this delightful literary genre.

Art HistoryOlder Adult 56CE – Seeing and Understanding Art

Class #12286 – Art and Light – The Meaning of IlluminationMonday 11:15-1:15 pm Thornton ONLINE“Light” carries a deep symbolism. From Egyptian masks, Gothic stained glass, Vermeer, and Rembrandt to the “Light and Space” Movements of contemporary times, we examine the sacred and secular meaning of light in creative culture.

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Class #12333 – Art and Light – The Meaning of IlluminationTuesday 2:15-4:15 pm Thornton ONLINE“Light” carries a deep symbolism. From Egyptian masks, Gothic stained glass, Vermeer, and Rembrandt to the “Light and Space” Movements of contemporary times, we examine the sacred and secular meaning of light in creative culture.

Class #18745 – Art and Light – The Meaning of IlluminationThursday 9:45-11:45 am Thornton ONLINE“Light” carries a deep symbolism. From Egyptian masks, Gothic stained glass, Vermeer, and Rembrandt to the “Light and Space” Movements of contemporary times, we examine the sacred and secular meaning of light in creative culture. Class #12313 – Art in Israel: 1600-1960Monday 2:20-4:20 pm Thornton ONLINEThe cultural drive to create a free state for the Jewish people will be reflected in our examination of art history. The Zionist movement, the rise of Modernism and the realized dreams of visionary artists will be themes of this inspiring series.

Class #12276 – Art in Israel: 1600-1960Tuesday 11:15-1:15 pm Thornton ONLINEThe cultural drive to create a free state for the Jewish people will be reflected in our examination of art history. The Zionist movement, the rise of Modernism and the realized dreams of visionary artists will be themes of this inspiring series.

Class #18746 – Art in Israel: 1600-1960Thursday 2:20-4:20 pm Thornton ONLINEThe cultural drive to create a free state for the Jewish people will be reflected in our examination of art history. The Zionist movement, the rise of Modernism and the realized dreams of visionary artists will be themes of this inspiring series.

ArtOlder Adult 42CE—Creative Art for Seniors

Class #11791 - Painting PortraitsTuesday 9-11 am Thornton ONLINEStudents will learn to paint the human head, focusing on structure, value, edges and color while examining works of great masters. All mediums and levels of experience welcome.

Class #18742 - Digital Photography

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Thursday 2-4 pm Nisan ONLINEMake your digital camera work for you. Learn use of available light (natural or artificial), importance of composition, exposure and camera techniques that turn snapshots into professional-quality photographs. Learn how to download, organize and store digital images. Bring camera and camera manual to first class meeting. This course utilizes Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR, Mirrorless camera or other digital cameras - no point & shoot or phones). Cameras need to have manual control capabilities in addition to automatic controls.

Class #11741 - QuiltingWednesday 12:45-2:45 pm Streimer ONLINEProjects are designed to include a wide range of quilt construction techniques and patterns, traditional and modern. Basic sewing skills suggested, but quilters at all levels welcome.

Class #11878 – Sheltered In Place Contemporary WatercolorWednesday 2-4 pm Wee ONLINEThis watercolor course will play with traditional and contemporary approaches to watercolor. You'll learn various traditional washes and brush techniques; how to apply them to different projects such as still life, landscape; all with a fresh, contemporary perspective. Aware that we are working from home, this course will emphasize a "think outside the box" approach to projects, subject matter; as well as flexibility with materials. We will look at how to use what supplies you have on hand, cover tips for online sites and ordering, as well as ways to incorporate "found around the home" materials into your watercolor projects.

ArtOlder Adult 62CE—Life Drawing for Seniors

Class #27063 - Beginning and Intermediate Drawing Thursday 9:30-12:30 pm Pitt ONLINEAll levels welcome. Using directed exercises; the course explores drawing materials such as pencils and charcoal to explore line, shadow, value, form, and color. Have pencil and paper available the first meeting.

Class #20106 - Figure Drawing Thursday 1-4 pm Pitt ONLINEWorking from photos and master drawings with directed exercises, students will study, learn, review, and practice figure drawing. Have pencil and paper available the first meeting.

Class #12611 – Color TheoryFriday 1-4 pm Scarbro ONLINEColor is one of the most powerful components in art. Learn the fundamentals and logic of how to organize colors. Applying and refining color theory, students will be able to mix any color desired and how to choose color palettes.

Class #17663 – Dynamic Sketching 2Saturday 9:30-12:30 pm Scarbro ONLINE

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In this intermediate to advanced drawing class, students are expected to have knowledge of three-point perspective. This class is designed for students who want to learn the ability to draw and render realistically.

Class #26959 – Artistic Anatomy Saturday 1-4 pm Scarbro ONLINEStudents will explore and be exposed to diverse strategies to drawing the body by understanding the anatomic structures. Understanding how the bones and muscles connect to the body will help students draw the human form correctly.

Class #26958 – Beyond Drawing Friday 1-4 pm Kraus ONLINEVia instructor assistance/critique, demonstrations and hands-on experience, advance your composition, style and technique, working on projects and media you select.

Class #27107 – Beginner Drawing 2 Wednesday 1-4 pm Kraus ONLINEThis course continues where Summer Session Beginner Drawing (1-D) ended and revisits the basics. Via lecture, demo and hands-on experience, students advance their skills and understanding of fundamental drawing principles using a variety of techniques. Have unlined paper, pencil, kneaded eraser and blender ready first day. Other materials you will need will be discussed at that time.

ArtOlder Adult 63CE—Watercolor Painting

Class #27056 – Oil Painting Studies Friday 9:30-12:30 pm Scarbro ONLINEStudents will learn various techniques by completing multiple small oil paintings. The instructor will give thorough step-by-step demos, pacing with the student, from beginning to finish. Each study will progress the students’ ability to be more confident in their work.

Class #26559 – Watercolor/Pastel Painting Friday 9:30-12:30 pm Kraus ONLINEBasic drawing, watercolor, and pastel experience recommended. Via lecture, demonstration, critique and hands-on experience, explore a variety of traditional and modern methods to advance your style, technique, and color mixing skills.

Class #26566 – Beginning Oil (water mixable) Painting (C) Thursday 1-4 pm Kraus ONLINEThis course continues from Beginning Oil (water mixable) Painting (B) and revisits the basics. Via lecture, demonstration, critique, and hands-on experience, students explore the fundamentals of water mixable Oil Paint techniques such as wet-on-wet, under painting, glazing, scumbling and color mixing. Basic drawing skill recommended.

Class # 26564 - Watercolor Painting (3)

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Thursday 9:30-12:30 pm Kraus ONLINEThis course begins where Beginner Watercolor (2) ended and revisits the basics. Advance fundamental skills and techniques: washes, surface preparation, transparency, wet-on-wet, glazing, color mixing, expression and composition are emphasized. Basic drawing experience recommended.

Class #27062 - WatercolorMonday 1-4 pm Pitt ONLINEAll levels welcome. Emphasis on learning and reviewing various watercolor techniques and principles. Have paints, brushes and paper available the first meeting.

Class #27059 - Beginning and Intermediate PaintingTuesday 9:30-12:30 pm Pitt ONLINEAll levels welcome. Study paint (either Acrylic or Oil Paint) handling and art fundamentals with instruction in figure painting. Have painting materials available the first meeting.

Class #27061 - Abstract Painting and Color with Mixed MediaTuesday 1-4 pm Pitt ONLINEPrevious painting experience recommended. Using directed exercises; students will experiment with styles of abstraction using color and a variety of mixed media with acrylic paint. Have painting materials available the first meeting. Previous painting experience recommended.

Class #27060 - Intermediate & Advanced PaintingFriday 9:30-12:30 pm Pitt ONLINEPrevious painting experience recommended. This course is an investigation of various styles and ideas (using Acrylic or Oil Paint), with an emphasis on finding the students own artistic direction. The course includes directed exercises and students pursuing their own projects. Have a project for the first class and a goal for the semester.

Class #12542 - Renaissance Painting - Egg TemperaWednesday 1-4 pm Thornton ONLINEPainting with egg tempera is a traditional method used by artists such as Botticelli, and Michelangelo. Students will receive ground pigments to make tempera paint, learn to prepare wood panels and paint using this brilliant, historical technique. Painting experience required.

Class #12623 - WatercolorFriday 1-4 pm Thornton ONLINEAll levels are welcome. Learn about washes, dry brush techniques, color theory and color mixing and composition. Enjoy the spontaneity of watercolor and learn how to express your ideas.

Class #20104 - Acrylic Painting/CompositionThursday 10-1 pm Tirr ONLINELearn how to recognize strength in a composition. Course covers a variety of acrylic techniques such as glazing with matt and gloss mediums, liquid applications, dry brushing and blending and knife techniques. Working from still life and occasionally portraiture, the student will develop an expressive personal style and design.

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Class #20103 - Watercolor: In Plain SightTuesday 10-1 pm Tirr ONLINEThis course introduces the student to all types of applications of watercolor. It is designed for those students who are new to watercolor. It covers positive and negative painting, wet in wet, dry brush, glazing, and use of resists. It will enable the student to strengthen design and compositional skills, while covering the techniques needed to capture both still life and landscape in expressive and imaginative ways. The class will combine observation with expression, to develop a unique personal vocabulary.

Class #17664 - Abstract Painting with Watercolor or AcrylicTuesday 1:30-4:30 pm Tirr ONLINEThis course takes a cue from what is present in the visual world of patterns and forms. The structure of the image is abstracted or drawn away from the representational and pared down to its essence. There is freedom in expression for the abstract painter, offering the opportunity to create unique interpretations conveying emotion and character. This course is open to all levels.

Class #17666- Watercolor: The Natural WorldThursday 1:30-4:30 pm Tirr ONLINEThis course introduces the student to all types of applications of watercolor. It is designed for those students who are intermediate watercolorists. It covers positive and negative painting, wet in wet, dry brush, glazing, and use of resists. Strengthen design and compositional skills, while covering the techniques needed to capture both still life and landscape in expressive and imaginative ways. The class will combine observation with expression, to develop a unique personal vocabulary.

ComputerVocational Education 187CE-Computer Usage Skills

Class # 15262 – Intermediate/Advanced Computer SurveyThursday 2:15-4:15 pm Simmonds ONLINEFocus is on intermediate to advanced word-processing skills using Microsoft Word and some Access software. Learn formatting, page layout features, tables, copying and pasting, creating Excel tables, and integrating programs. Also learn merging, tracking, and templates. Internet focus on skills: using various browsers, locating specific Web sites, sending e-mail & using tools to search for information such as how to formulate an effective Web search strategy to answer questions. Learn additional e-mail functions, including adding attachments such as photos or messages.

Class #20107 - Intermediate Computer SkillsMonday 2-4 pm Murphy ONLINEIntroduction to Microsoft Office - Intermediate Word, Intro to Excel, Intro to PowerPoint; download photos from phone and camera; introduction to Facebook and social media; email attachments, address book, groups; internet security.

Class #18122 – Intermediate Internet Skills Tuesday 1:45-3:45 pm Perret ONLINE

This course is for those who want to learn more about using the internet, social media, sharing photos, cyber security and word processing. Basic Computer skill required (this is not a beginning class). This class will be

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taught entirely ONLINE. You must be able to get into the classes Canvas web page and then join our Zoom online conference software. It is suggested that you have someone at home during the first two meetings to help you connect if necessary. About a week prior to the first class Detailed Starting Instructions will be sent to you via email. A practice session will be set up for you to practice signing into the course.

Class #23549 – Email and Internet Basics Thursday 12:45-2:45 pm Perret ONLINE

This course will cover the basics of email and the Internet. Dive into computing in a friendly supportive atmosphere with this hands-on experience and you'll be a computer user before you know it. This beginners’ class is taught entirely ONLINE. You must be able to get into the class’s Canvas web page and then join our Zoom online conference software. It is suggested that you have someone at home during the first two meetings to help you connect if necessary. About a week prior to the first class Detailed Starting Instructions will be sent to you via email. A practice session will be set up for you to practice signing into the course.

FinanceOlder Adult 44CE—Personal Finance for Seniors

Class #17886 – Investing and Current Business IssuesMonday 2-4 pm Braun ONLINEThis course explores the many different types of investments from the stock market to real estate along with current local, national and international business issues and how they might affect investments.

Health and FitnessOlder Adult 52CE—Body Movement for Seniors

Class #21604 – Body MovementMonday 9-11 am Lacelle ONLINEImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat suggested.

Class #17660 – Body MovementTuesday 9-11 am Hefter ONLINEImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat suggested.

Class #20099 – Body Movement

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Wednesday 9-11 am Lacelle ONLINEImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat suggested.

Class #12087 - Body Movement Tuesday 8-10 am Tapper ONLINEImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. A 6-foot resistance band, mat, and light dumbbells (1-5 lbs.) are suggested.

Class #19165 - Body MovementTuesday 10:10-12:10 pm Tapper ONLINEImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. A 6-foot resistance band, mat, and light dumbbells (1-5 lbs.) are suggested.

Class # 12185 - Body MovementThursday 8:30-10:30 am Tapper ONLINEImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. A 6-foot resistance band, mat, and light dumbbells (1-5 lbs.) are suggested.

Class #24605 - Body Movement Thursday 10:40-12:40 pm Tapper ONLINEImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. A 6-foot resistance band, mat, and light dumbbells (1-5 lbs.) are suggested.

Class #12132 - Body MovementFriday 9-11 am Tapper ONLINEImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. A 6-foot resistance band, mat, and light dumbbells (1-5 lbs.) are suggested.

Class #12073 – Body MovementThursday 9-11 am Shvetsov ONLINEImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat suggested.

Class #12211 - Body MovementMonday 8:30-10:30 am Shvetsov ONLINEImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat suggested.

Class #12113 - Body MovementWednesday 9-11 am Shvetsov ONLINEImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat suggested.

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Class #18744 - Body Movement: Chair ExerciseMonday 10:40-12:40 pm Shvetsov ONLINEThis chair-based class is focused on developing bone health and muscle strength, while minimizing stress and impact to joints. The class blends gentle seated cardiovascular movements with dynamic stretching to improve mobility, decrease pain, and improve overall health and quality of life.

Class #22460 - Body Movement: Chair ExerciseWednesday 1:30-3:30 pm Shvetsov ONLINEThis chair-based class is focused on developing bone health and muscle strength, while minimizing stress and impact to joints. The class blends gentle seated cardiovascular movements with dynamic stretching to improve mobility, decrease pain, and improve overall health and quality of life.

Class #22459 - Body Movement: Chair ExerciseMonday 1-3 pm Jensen ONLINEThis chair-based class is focused on developing bone health and muscle strength, while minimizing stress and impact to joints. The class blends gentle seated cardiovascular movements with dynamic stretching to improve mobility, decrease pain, and improve overall health and quality of life.

Class #19199 – Body Movement: Chair YogaWednesday 11:15-1:15 pm Cummins ONLINEChair Yoga is a class focusing on the Body-Mind system of Hatha Yoga that embraces healthful physical exercise and relaxation techniques. Designed to safely build stability and mobility, strength and flexibility in muscles and joints, classes will learn and practice seated and standing yoga poses with the chair. Additional support materials will be discussed at class. Incorporated into classes will be strategies for reducing postural tension patterns and improving body alignment and yoga relaxation and breathing techniques. Students are encouraged to have a yoga mat for each class for additional support.

Class #24607 - Body Movement: Chair YogaTuesday 9-11 am Cummins ONLINEChair Yoga is a class focusing on the Body-Mind system of Hatha Yoga that embraces healthful physical exercise and relaxation techniques. Designed to safely build stability and mobility, strength and flexibility in muscles and joints, classes will learn and practice seated and standing yoga poses with the chair. Additional support materials will be discussed at class. Incorporated into classes will be strategies for reducing postural tension patterns and improving body alignment and yoga relaxation and breathing techniques. Students are encouraged to have a yoga mat for each class for additional support.

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Class #24606 – Body Movement: Chair YogaThursday 8:30-10:30 pm Cummins ONLINEChair Yoga is a class focusing on the Body-Mind system of Hatha Yoga that embraces healthful physical exercise and relaxation techniques. Designed to safely build stability and mobility, strength and flexibility in muscles and joints, classes will learn and practice seated and standing yoga poses with the chair. Additional support materials will be discussed at class. Incorporated into classes will be strategies for reducing postural tension patterns and improving body alignment and yoga relaxation and breathing techniques. Students are encouraged to have a yoga mat for each class for additional support.

Class #12266 - Yoga: Chair Exercise Friday 10:45-12:45 pm MacDonald, Amy ONLINEThis class consists of gentle exercises using a chair for seated and/or standing support. Includes yoga chair techniques. Additional materials will be discussed at class to improve muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness.

YogaOlder Adult 53CE – Yoga for Seniors

Class #12218 - Intermediate Yoga/Mat Pilates Wednesday 8-10 am MacDonald ONLINEBuilding on previous Yoga/Mat Pilates experience, continue to build core strength, flexibility, coordination, and improve balance. Mat suggested.

Class #12224 - Intermediate Yoga/Mat PilatesFriday 8-10 MacDonald ONLINEBuilding on previous Yoga/Mat Pilates experience, continue to build core strength, flexibility, coordination, and improve balance. Mat suggested.

Class #12241- Basic Yoga/Mat PilatesThursday 10:45-12:45 pm MacDonald ONLINEIntroduction to basic yoga postures and mat Pilates techniques, exploring proper alignment, core strength, flexibility, breath work, and balance improvement. Mat suggested.

Class #12253 - Yoga

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Tuesday 8:00-10:00 am Feldman ONLINEGentle stretching, core strength, deep breathing and stress reduction techniques. Mat suggested.

Health and FitnessOlder Adult 58CE – Healthy Living

Class #12429 - Body-Mind FusionFriday 11:10-1:10 pm Tinto-Singer ONLINEBuild strong mental & physical health with body and cardio sculpturing. 1-2 lbs weights, mat and water; and small ball the size of a grapefruit (for Tai Qi Ball range of motion exercises) are suggested.

Class #12355 - Body-Mind FusionMonday 10:40-12:40 pm Tinto-Singer ONLINEBuild strong mental & physical health with body and cardio sculpturing. 1-2 lbs weights, mat and water; and small ball the size of a grapefruit (for Tai Qi Ball range of motion exercises) are suggested.

Class #21949 - Understand Exercise Techniques and Body MovementThursday 1:30-3:30 pm Tinto-Singer ONLINELearn about muscles and joints, body mechanics, and body alignment and how they impact daily activities. Improve posture and gait. Learn how and what conditions affect the aging body. Class incorporates lectures, videos, and exercise techniques to improve general health and enhance cognitive health.

Class #12385 - Body-Mind FusionWednesday 11:10-1:10 pm Tinto-Singer ONLINEBuild strong mental & physical health with body and cardio sculpturing. 1-2 lbs weights, mat, and water; and small ball the size of a grapefruit (for Tai Qi Ball range of motion exercises).

Class #12405 - East meets WestWednesday 2-4 pm Tinto-Singer ONLINEThis introductory class explores the fundamental concepts, and compares Western and Eastern methodology with an integrated approach to healthy living.

MusicOlder Adult 49CE—Music Appreciation for Seniors

Class #17887 – History of Rock N Roll - Part 2Wednesday 2-4 pm Domine ONLINE

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The course will explore the contributions of significant bands and artists in the history of Rock N Roll. Students will acquire listening and analytical skills associated with the period repertoire. Class discussions will include important issues, cultural and musical, in the development of the music during this period.

Class #18743 – The Piano Concerto Repertoire Monday 1-3 pm Domine ONLINEThis course explores the piano concerto repertoire from its origins in the 18th century to the present day. The course follows the development and performance of the piano concerto as it evolved over time. Listening examples, discussion of the repertoire, composers, source material associated with each, and the role of significant historical developments will be discussed.

Class #12044 - Encore SingersThursday 2:15-4:15 pm Avakian ONLINEExperience the joy of singing! Learn new songs and revisit familiar songs. Whether your experience is singing in the shower or singing in a group, this class is for you. You will learn basic singing techniques, proper breathing and voice exercises. Emphasis is on developing and understanding the singing voice, the body as a musical instrument, and the vocal potential of each student. Due to COVID-19 the end of the semester performance will be virtual. All levels are welcome to join.

Class #17659 – Enjoying Humor in MusicWednesday 11:30-1:30 pm Brostoff ONLINEComposers, songwriters, and performers have found ways to keep themselves and their fan bases from taking music too seriously. Mozart and Haydn did it in the 18th Century. The 20th Century welcomed talents from Spike Jones, Danny Kaye and Gerard Hoffnung to Victor Borge, Anna Russell, Dr. Demento, Tom Lehrer and Peter Schickele (aka PDQ Bach).

Class #25417 – Music of the American Jewish ExperienceTuesday 11:15-1:15 pm Brostoff ONLINEFrom every corner of the globe, immigrants have enriched America with languages, dialects, traditions, customs, and religions. The encounters between Jewish immigrants and their descendants Americanized them. The 20th and 21st centuries allowed for a European and American dialogue with Jewish comfort music, such as Ladino romaneros and ballads, Yiddish folk and popular songs, Klezmer and cantorial music, and high culture art music with a distinctive American stamp. The course explores these encounters and the creativity borne of those dialogues. Jewish singers, instrumentalists, conductors and composers will be heard.

Class #12001 – Top Ten List: 20th Century Events That Forever Changed Our Musical LandscapeFriday 10:30-12:30 pm Piazza ONLINEThis class, via lecture, discussion, video and audio resources, will explore 10 of the most significant cultural, scientific, and political events of the 20th century and how they shaped (and were shaped by) our musical world. The class will explore a wide-ranging journey covering such diverse topics as the Victor Talking Machine Company, Artists in Exile, and Dr. Timothy Leary as well as other fascinating and game changing topics.

Class #12014 – Unlock Your Inner Mozart – Enhancing the Adult Listening Experience

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Friday 1:30-3:30 pm Piazza ONLINEA unique approach to the understanding, appreciation and joy associated with our musical environment from the perspective of the experienced adult listener. Each of us has spent hundreds—even thousands of hours-- listening to a wide variety of sounds, songs and even symphonies. Using this vast experience as a starting point, this course will guide students on a quest to enhance latent music listening skills and more fully experience the truly inspirational joys of music.

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