2016 Spring Catalog

Spring 2016 Course Catalog

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Serving Larchmont, Mamaroneck & Greater Westchester • www.LMCCE.org

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Notable Neighbors ...................................................... 1

Games .......................................................................... 12

Trips ............................................................................... 1

Health & Wellness .................................................... 13

Arts & Crafts ................................................................ 3

Home & Garden ........................................................ 15

Business, Career & Finance .................................... 4

Languages & ESL ...................................................... 16

College Prep and STEM ............................................. 6

Literature & Writing ................................................. 17

Computers & iDevices ............................................... 8

Music ........................................................................... 19

Discussion & Lectures ............................................... 8

Photography ............................................................... 20

Film .............................................................................. 11

General Information & Registration ........................................................... 21

Fitness ........................................................................ 11

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COMMUNITY ADVISORY NETWORK Kim Arenas Gerilyn Brewer Kristine Budill Diane Cashman Suzanne Despins Nancy Gardiner Gwen Giraud Gregg Goldsholl Carol Goldstein Azeema Hartley Cate Jarrett Pam Joyce Gloria Kushel Sally Maca John Manning Enrique Perez Karen Regan Sylvia Rogers

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Janet DeMasi, Co-President Patricia Doyle, Co-President

ADDRESS Mamaroneck High School Palmer Building Room 126 1000 W. Boston Post Rd. Mamaroneck NY 10543

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he Center for Continuing Education, a non-profit organization incorporated in 1973, offers educational enrichment programs spanning a wide range of subject matter.

Roseanne Amoils Kim Christiansen Sabrina Fiddelman Amy Giddon Kyle Greenberg Donna Leftwich Simon Marlow Leslie Newman Michael Plansky

STAFF • Susan Kettig

Assistant Director

Our mission is to strengthen our community by providing local opportunities for intellectual engagement and social connection. We enlighten the residents of communities throughout lower Westchester, including Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Rye, Harrison, and New Rochelle. Everyone is welcome regardless of residence. Sincerely,

• Natalie Wilbur Registrar • Craig Romanek

Evening Supervisor

Tom Smith Linnet Tse

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Sue Romagnoli Emily Saltzman Jeff Seymour Lesley Jane Seymour

Blythe Hamer, Executive Director

Barry Sideroff Cary Sleeper Gregg Trueman

NOTABLE NEIGHBORS

Matthew Futterman and Russell Wolf: The Business of Sports

MatthewFutterman,aseniorspecialwriterforsportswith TheWallStreet Journal , and Russell Wolff, Executive Vice President at ESPN, discuss the transformation of professional sports from a cottage industry to a massive global business. As recently as the 1970s, elite athletes earned so little money that many were forced to work second jobs in the off-season to make ends meet. Roger Staubach, for example, made only $25,000 in his first season as the starting quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys. In conjunction with the publication of Futterman’s new book, Play—The Story of Sports and Money , and the Visionaries Who

Fought to Create a Revolution , Futterman and Wolff review the revolution that moved modern athletes from the bottom of the financial pyramid to the top, the trade-offs those changes have wrought, and debate what the future of sports holds in store. Matthew Futterman is a senior special writer for sports with The Wall Street Journal. He has previously worked for The Philadelphia Inquirer and the Star-Ledger of New Jersey, where he was a part of the team that won the Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News in 2005. Russell Wolff is Executive Vice President and Managing Director, ESPN International. Both graduated from Mamaroneck High School. Wednesday, May 4: 7:30 – 8:30 pm MHS Tiered Classroom / $25 / Code 100 Students admitted free (no registration necessary)

TRIPS

O ur trip program is designed to offer educational opportunities to enjoy regional cultural, historic, and arts sites. We’ve sourced the best places, smartest docents, great restaurants, and taken care of details like entrance fees and even transportation for more distant sites. Staten Island: Isle of Mystery NEW! Before Newport, Staten Island was the secret hideaway for the élite of New York and a chic summer resort for residents of the American South. During this all-day tour, we’ll discover sweeping waterfront vistas, elegant churches, handsome Victorian mansions, a majestic Civil War fort overlooking the New York Harbor, a memorable “storybook cottage,” and more. Learn of famous residents of Staten Island who have included Cornelius Vanderbilt, once America’s wealthiest man; noted author, Henry James; Central Park designer, Frederick Law

Olmsted; the creator of modern Italy, Giuseppe Garibaldi; and one of America’s first women photographers, Alice Austen. We will visit sites including the former Sailors’ Snug Harbor — a remarkable 19th century Greek Revival complex, built by Robert Richard Randall as a retirement home for “aged and decrepit sailors,” the fascinating New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden, the new home of the Staten Island Yankees, the site of the National Lighthouse Museum, and the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum. Lunch will be at Basilio Inn, a historic restaurant established in 1921. This tour includes walking and some stair climbing. New York historian Justin Ferate was honored by the New York State Tourism Council as “New York’s Most Engaging Tour Guide.” Tuesday: May 10: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm Bus leaves from Harbor Island Parking lot / $145/ Code 101

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Manhattan Architecture by Boat NEW! Aboard a handsome, 1920s style yacht on the Hudson River and taught by an architect from the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the Manhattan Architecture by Boat tour will take you along the shores of Manhattan. You will take in the “starchitecture” of the West Side, skyscrapers of Lower Manhattan, the resurrection of the area surrounding the 9/11 site, and icons visible from the waters off Battery Park, including up-close looks at The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. All can be seen from the climate-controlled, enclosed back-deck observatory or from the open bow. Along the way you’ll gain insights from your architect-guide: the purpose of the towers above the Holland Tunnel, the location of a private sky garage atop a West Chelsea Building, and more. Tuesday: May 17: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Registration closes April 19th! Be sure to register before April 19. Manhattan Location TBA to registered students / $105 / Code 105 Tour the European Paintings Collection at The Met with Jill Kiefer to view its astounding assortment of Italian Renaissance masterpieces. We’ll see art by Giotto, Masaccio, Donatello, and Brunelleschi—and we’ll see how they made it possible for the likes of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Titian to reach such extraordinary heights. Attendance at the related class “Vision and Talent Unleashed: The Italian Renaissance” (see the Discussions & Lectures section of this catalogue) is not required - although your enjoyment of this trip will be enhanced. Jill Kiefer, PhD, is an art historian and teaching artist. She’s been designing, coordinating and leading programs and tours in Art History and Fine Arts for over thirty years—in university, institutional and community environments around the globe. Thursday: May 26: 1:00 – 3:00 pm Museum admission fee is NOT included in course fee. Manhattan Location TBA to registered students / $55 / Code 106 Jill Kiefer at The Metropolitan Museum: The Italian Renaissance NEW!

United Nations Headquarters Tour and Briefing NEW! Embark on a Guided Tour and Briefing at the newly renovated Headquarters of the United Nations. This is an exciting opportunity to discover and get a behind-the-scenes view of the UN as it addresses issues including disarmament, peace and security, and human rights. Learn about the history and structure of the UN, visit the newly renovated General Assembly Hall, the Security Council Chamber, the Trusteeship Council Chamber, and the Economic and Social Council Chamber. Then, a UN expert will brief you with an in-depth look into the latest issues on the UN’s agenda. The briefing will provide an understanding of and appreciation for the complex nature of the UN and the work that it does. An optional lunch begins at 1 pm with a buffet in the Delegates Dining Room. Host to kings, queens, presidents, prime ministers, ambassadors, and delegates, the dining room offers upscale dining along with breathtaking views of the East River and city skyline. Transportation to the UN is on your own. Note: US Gov’t Issued ID is mandatory! United Nations Tour and Briefing Only Wednesday: April 6: 9:30 am – 12:45 pm UN Headquarters, General Assembly Bldg; 46th Street and First Avenue, Manhattan / $65 / Code 102 United Nations Tour and Briefing With Lunch Wednesday, April 6: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm UN Headquarters, General Assembly Bldg; 46th Street and First Avenue, Manhattan / $110 / Code 103 The High Line and Chelsea: A Walking Tour NEW! Tour the vibrant Chelsea neighborhood of art galleries, street art, and public art along the High Line. Never before has New York had so much to observe and experience in such a concentrated area. Your trip will start near Chelsea Market. As you walk toward the gallery district, your guide will share information on the international street art scene and local history. You’ll go to a curated selection of the best gallery exhibits, and then walk along the High Line where you’ll learn about the new seasonal commissioned art on view (which will have been installed earlier in April). Part of this tour is outside (rain or shine) and requires walking up and down stairs. Ginny Poleman is an educational guide for school tours at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and a graduate of Cornell University. She writes articles for the blog ArtfulObserver.com, and posts daily ‘stories behind the art’ on her popular Instagram account @Art_Encounters. Tuesday: Apr 26: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Manhattan Location TBA to registered students / $55 / Code 104

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ARTS & CRAFTS

Watercolor Painting Unleash your creative expression while sharpening traditional watercolor techniques. We’ll explore color mixing, glazing, com- position, and drawing in a supportive environment. A maximum of 13 students will be admitted. Hope Friedland received a Masters from Columbia University and did additional graduate work in Florence, Italy. 11 Tuesdays: March 8 – May 24 (no class March 22): 12:10 – 2:40 pm Larchmont Temple Axelrod / $395 / Code 110 Ceramics: Beyond Beginner Discover the possibilities of clay through exploration while perfecting your technique and craftsmanship. Participation in fall semester class or prior experience required. Students will be introduced to a variety of hand building techniques, the potter’s wheel, glazing and surface decorations. Class size limited to 11. Includes clay and supplies. Michael Dollar has a BA in Anthropology from SUNY Plattsburgh, an AAS in Fine Art from the Sage College and an MS in Art Education from the College of Saint Rose. He teaches ceramics at Mamaroneck High School. 11 Thursdays: March 10 – May 26 (no class March 24): 4:00 – 6:00 pm MHS Palmer Rm 241 / $395 / Code 111 Ceramics: Intermediate & Advanced For students who have taken Beginner Ceramics or with previous experience. Develop your abilities with clay through exploration while perfecting your technique and craftsmanship. Expand your range of forms through individual projects, and learn more advanced techniques in surface decoration and glazing. Class size limited to 11. Includes clay and supplies. Michael Dollar: See Beginner Ceramics. 11 Wednesdays: March 9 – May 25 (no class March 23): 6:30 – 8:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 241 / $395 / Code 112 Abstract Art Studio NEW! In this course we will focus on developing spontaneity, on discovering various approaches to painting, and experimenting with a non-representational way of viewing the world. Each class will begin with a special exercise and discussion to provide inspirational focus for creativity and expression. Students will then execute their ideas in the medium of their choice with individual support from the instructor. No prior experience required. Suitable for all levels of artists, from beginners to advanced. See website for supply list. Natasha Karpinskaia received her MA in philological studies from the Moscow University of Linguistics, MA in art history from the Academy of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, Russia, and is completing her PhD in art history at Columbia University.

9 Mondays: Mar 7 – May 23 (no class March 21, March 28, April 25): 9:30 am – 12:00 pm Larchmont Temple Rm 3 / $335 / Code 113

Printmaking without a Press NEW! If you love spontaneity and have an attitude of “let’s try it and see what happens” then this course is for you. It can be as simple as a found relief stamp or as complicated as a multi-colored monotype print. Why make prints without the press? Most people do not have access to a printing press, and the techniques we are going to learn in this course will allow you to make prints anywhere. From Christmas cards to fine art prints — we will explore various projects. Instant gratification guaranteed. All levels are welcome. Natasha Karpinskaia: See Abstract Art Studio 6 Mondays: Mar 7 – May 2 (no class Mar 21, Mar 28, April 25): 12:15 – 2:45 pm Larchmont Temple Rm 3 / $225 / Code 114 Drawing with Color Explore drawing techniques in color using a variety of art media (colored pencil, oil pastel, chalk pastel and watercolor). Study of the color wheel and demonstrations of techniques will guide students to experience the unique qualities of each media. The challenges of rendering value with color will be explored through the various media. This course will add to your drawing skill and creative expression with color. Basic materials will be provided but students are asked to bring a sketchbook 9”x12” or larger. Dr. Quincy Egginton has a BFA from the School of Visual and Dramatic Arts at Syracuse University and a Doctorate in Art Education from Teachers College at Columbia University. 7 Thursdays: March 10 – April 28 (no class March 24): 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Larchmont Temple Rm 1 / $235 / Code 115 Drawing on Location Larchmont Manor Park is an inspiration for many local artists. This beautiful landscape offers multiple views of rocks, trees, water and harbors. Color studies, as well as concepts of space, form, and composition will be presented and demonstrated. A variety of drawing techniques will be suggested to render your personal interpretation of a selected scene. First class will meet at Larchmont Temple. Dr. Quincy Egginton: see Drawing with Color 5 Thursdays: May 5 – June 2: 10:00 – 12:30 pm Larchmont Temple Rm 1 / $195 / Code 116

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Oil & Acrylic Painting Oils and acrylics are vibrant and beautiful mediums. We’ll cover the principles of perspective, light and shade, composition and color. Classes are relaxed and informal. Teaching is done on an individual basis within the group setting, allowing students to work at their own level and nurture their own style of expression. Students should have some knowledge in color painting and sketching techniques. Limor Morgenstern received a BFA from the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem, Israel. She is a winner of the Levi’s Award for Design. 10 Thursdays: March 10 – May 19 (no class Mar 24) 7:00 – 9:00 pm MHS Palmer Rm 236 / $350 / Code 117 Altered Art Using Mixed Media NEW! Make a mosaic mirror or wall art, using a variety of materials such as china, ceramics, colored mirror, glass tiles, stained glass and more. You will learn how to design a mosaic, cut with mosaic tools, glue and grout your one of a kind creation. No experience necessary; if you’re experienced, we’ll build on your skills. Fee Includes materials. The Paradox of Leadership NEW! Join us for an interactive workshop on re-discovering you: your strengths, your values, your passions, and your goals. Together, we will define the key attributes of your personal brand and —more importantly — how to use this brand for the impact and change that you are looking to make in your personal and/ or professional worlds. Whether you are looking to re-enter the workforce, make a career transition, find clarity in your life, or simply discover more confidence, a personal brand will serve as a compass and anchor to help you navigate from where you are to where you want to be. Participants will experience not only vulnerability, connection, and inspiration during the workshop, but also some “tough love” coaching and the creation of a cus- tomized toolkit on how to bring your brand to life. Please come prepared to discuss a current goal and where you believe you might be getting in your own way of achieving that goal. Valia Glytsis is CEO and Founder of The Paradox of Leadership, a boutique leadership education firm that believes in driving transformational, bottom-line results through a fierce commitment to the human side of business. The firm specializes in developing and delivering high-potential and leadership programming for progressive organizations.

Libby Denenberg is a self-taught mosaic artist. She has been creating mosaics through her business, Wishflower Studio, for ten years. 3 Tuesdays: April 5 – 19: 7:00 – 9:30 pm Wishflower Studio, 430 Center Avenue, Mamaroneck / $140 includes materials / Code 118 Crocheting Granny Squares NEW! Granny squares can be used for many cute accessories as well as a traditional blanket. Each week a new granny square pattern will be introduced as well as ideas for finishing. For advanced beginners with a basic knowledge of stitches. Class supplies are yarn and appropriate sized hook. Melissa Shinsato has been knitting, crocheting and needle pointing since age twelve. She attended FIT, worked in the garment industry for ten years and now teaches all ages and levels of needlework. 6 Mondays: April 4 – May 16 (no class April 25): 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Larchmont Temple Rm 2 / $160 / Code 119 Art Appreciation Classes: See Discussion & Lectures NEW! As a speaker, how can you consistently project poise and conviction when the stakes are high? If you seem nervous or uncomfortable, your credibility drops. That’s why presentation skills are essential for successful professionals, whether they present from the front of the room, the head of the table, on a videoconference, or as part of team for a “town hall” meeting. Calm, confident and credible presenters adapt to the environment and form an immediate and lasting impression with their audience. This program will help you successfully manage your presence, information and audience so your credibility stays strong. Heather Segal is a Managing Director at Exec–Comm, an organization that trains professionals in communication skills. She coaches executives and trains professionals on how to present, write, sell, negotiate and lead. She’s trained thousands of professionals at companies such as JPMorgan Chase, IBM, Bank of America, and Pearson Education. 3 Thursdays, March 31– April 14: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Larchmont Temple Rm 2 / $120 / Code 121 Presenting with Impact

BUSINESS, CAREER & FINANCE

Thursday: March 17: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm MHS Library / $75 / Code 120

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BUSINESS, CAREER & FINANCE

LinkedIn: A Job Seeker’s Best Friend Whether you’re completely new to LinkedIn or have some experience, this class will help you to re-evaluate how you portray yourself, show your personality and “brand” in the best light, and utilize LinkedIn as a great business and job seeker’s networking tool. You’ll craft a profile, learn to build your network by seeking out and getting involved with groups of like-minded people, add connections, mine connections, ask for third-level connections, ask for and give recommendations, learn the power of LinkedIn groups, and wrap up with “5 Tips for the Proper Care and Feeding of LinkedIn.” Marc W. Halpert has served as a LinkedIn Trainer and Evangelist for five years. Since leaving the corporate world, Marc has started three businesses, one called connect2collaborate, in which he uses his skills in networking and energy to train and coach others to brand themselves best to the business world on LinkedIn. 2 Tuesdays: May 3 and 24: 1:00 – 2:30 pm Mamaroneck Library, Mamaroneck / $105 / Code 122 WordPress The most popular web site platform in the world today, WordPress is used by everyone from local bloggers to ArtsWestchester to The New Yorker. This class, geared for people who are completely new to WordPress or with no experience or knowledge of web programming, will teach you how to own and run your own WordPress web site, fill your site with words, photos and videos, and do some basic customizations. Julio Andrade’s company Barrus Digital works on web development projects with clients ranging from small businesses to global brands like Pinkberry and UBM Media. He has focused almost exclusively on WordPress projects for the last five years. 5 Mondays: April 4 – May 9 (no class April 25): 7:00 – 8:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 107 / $125 / Code 123 Join this fun, empowering introductory workshop covering the different types of voiceovers and what tools are needed to find success. You’ll receive coaching and a professional voiceover evaluation, and gain the knowledge necessary for the decision if voiceover is something you’d like to pursue. Leah Frederick is a Voice Coach/Instructor/Producer at Voices For All. An alumnae of VFA’s Introduction to Voice Acting and Master Class, Leah has provided voiceovers for radio and TV commercials, educational narrations, apps, auto-attendants, and even a Nintendo video game! Friday: April 8: 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm Larchmont Temple Rm 2 / $35 / Code 124 Intro to Voiceovers: Getting Started in Voice Acting NEW!

Financial Planning for Women Protect yourself from financial pitfalls and get your financial house in order. Avoid common misunderstandings, learn tools that will help you prepare for unanticipated financial issues, and review low cost investing, estate planning and insurance. Cindy Golub has a BS from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in accounting and an MBA from Columbia University in finance. Laurie Girsky has a BA from Cornell University in economics, where she attained membership in Phi Beta Kappa, and an MBA from Columbia University in finance. They are both founding principals of G-Squared Advisory LLC, a fee-only financial planning firm and Registered Investment Advisory Firm. Wednesday: April 13: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm MHS Palmer Rm 123 / $25 / Code 125 Medicare 101 NEW! Will you turn 65 over the next year? Or will you soon be eligible for Medicare? This class will give you a better overall un- derstanding of Medicare and how it works. Learn about how and when to enroll and the insurance options available to you. Review and compare Medicare Parts A, B, C and D. Explore and evaluate Original Medicare, Prescription Drug Plans, Medicare Supplement Insurance and Medicare Advantage Plans. Receive the most up-to-date information and simplify the choices you need to make. This program will help you become more well- informed and confident about what Medicare means for you! James Farnham received an MS in Social Work from Columbia University and an MBA from Pace University. Formerly with Shearson Lehman Brothers, Kidder Peabody, and Morgan Stanley, he has over twenty years experience in insurance, financial services, retirement planning, and strategies for income distribution during retirement. Thursday: March 17: 7:00 – 9:00 pm MHS Palmer Rm 121 / $25 / Code 126 Planning for Long Term Care NEW! Long-term care planning is an integral part of retirement and estate planning. We will discuss the pros and cons of various ways of funding health care. Do you really need long-term care insurance? When is the best time to buy it? Will Medicare or Medicaid take care of me? Bring your questions. Michael Rosenman, CLU ChFC CASL AEP, Is a Financial Advisor specializing in Long Term Care at Northwestern Mutual. Thursday: March 31: 7:00 – 8:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 121 / $25 / Code 127

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Keep Calm & Carry On: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for Teens NEW! Teenagers today deal with many stresses and competing demands on their time and attention. This course is designed to help your teen learn tools to cope with the demands of a very busy life. We will learn and practice mindfulness exercises that help increase their ability to focus and pay attention, to calm down when feeling stressed or anxious, and to create more opportunities to enjoy simply being who they are so they can thrive. A growing body of scientific evidence shows that mindfulness training can be instrumental in reducing stress and its negative effects on the body. This workshop is a well-developed, research- based curriculum pulling from the latest in the fields of mindful- ness, neuroscience and positive psychology. Each week we will explore practical tools that will help teens relax, navigate the stresses of school and social pressures, as well as cultivating a greater sense of joy and happiness, inner resilience and optimism. Cheryl Vigder Brause is the co-founder and director of 2bpresent, an organization dedicated to helping people live with greater awareness, less stress and more joy. She has completed her Level I and Level II Meditation Teacher Training from Om Yoga. She is trained in many mindfulness-based curricula, including Learning to BREATHE – a mindfulness curriculum for adolescents, Mindful Schools, MBSR for Teens, and is certified to teach the Stressed Teens (MBSR-T) Program. 5 Wednesdays: March 9 – April 13 (no class March 23): 5:30 – 7:00 pm Location TBA to registered students / $495 / Code 135 Planning for Family Members with Special Needs NEW! When you are no longer around, how can you ensure that a family member with special needs is protected? When there is no plan in place, those with special needs can easily lose their government benefits. This class will cover the topics of obtaining, maximizing, and preserving benefits, creating and implementing first and third-party Supplemental Needs Trusts (SNT), and differentiating between the types of Guardianships available to protect loved ones. Michael J. Greenberg, Esq. is an estate planning, elder law, and special needs attorney at Keane & Beane, PC in White Plains. Mr. Greenberg received his law degree from Emory University School of Law and his undergraduate degree from Williams College. He is admitted to the bar in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida. Thursday: April 7: 7:00 – 8:00 pm MHS Palmer Rm 121/ $25 / Code 128

AP Calculus AB Test Prep NEW! Get ready for the May 5th exam with Dr. Susan Allen, retired MHS mathematics teacher with decades of teaching experience. This course will provide a review of all topics in the AP Calculus AB syllabus, stressing strategies for both the free response and multiple choice sections of the exam. We will strive to answer all questions in an atmosphere of both focused small group work and one-on-one attention. Both teacher prepared materials and previous AP exam questions will be assigned and explained. Dr. Susan G. Allen taught high school mathematics for forty years in New York, California, and Vermont. She retired from Mamaroneck High School in June 2013 with extensive experience teaching both AP Calculus AB and BC and has continued to stay in touch with all of the current updates in both curriculum and ACT Test Prep: English and Writing NEW! What do you need to know to excel on the English and Reading sections of the ACT? Learn the skills and strategies to improve your scores in four, ninety minute sessions. You will master grammar, punctuation, and sentence placement as required for the English test and become so comfortable with the Reading passages that you will be able to anticipate the questions. Bring The Real ACT Prep Guide for practice tests and a notebook and pen and be prepared to do homework. If any student has already done the practice tests in that book, Barron’s ACT Guide can be used. Whether you have already started preparing for the ACT or are just getting started, this class will help improve your score. The class will conclude in plenty of time for the test in April or lay the groundwork for the tests in June and September. testing expectations from the College Board. 6 Tuesdays: Mar 29 – May 3: 7:00 – 8:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 121 / $150 / Code 136 Protecting Family Assets The relevant laws have changed, and so have planning techniques. Learn how to legally avoid estate taxes and nursing home costs, and how to keep family assets from ending up in the hands of your children’s spouses, all while maintaining control. You will be taught what needs to be done in order to pass assets to children free of estate tax, how you can protect your home and investment accounts from future nursing home costs, how you can avoid in-laws from having access to your family’s estate, and how to avoid the problems that may arise out of the probate process. How trusts can be used to accomplish these goals will be part of the presentation. Neil Lubarsky, a Harvard Law graduate who also possesses an LLM in tax law from NYU, has been a practicing estate planning and elder law attorney for over 30 years. Monday: May 2: 7:00 – 8:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 122 / $25 / Code 129

COLLEGE PREP & STEM

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COLLEGE PREP & STEM

New York State Board certified English teacher, experienced college prep tutor, and published writer, Laura Inman teaches with her own materials and uses proven strategies to prepare students for this important step in the college process. 4 Wednesdays: March 9 – April 6 (no class March 23): 7:00 – 8:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 125 / $160 / Code 137 College Essay Writing This Intensive course is for high school seniors facing the challenge of composing a successful college essay. Through individualized feedback, you’ll overcome writer’s block, learn to discover your greatest attributes through journal writing, and find a “voice” that captures your personality and character. You’ll read and analyze essays that worked — and didn’t. In a comfortable, non-threatening setting with close guidance, you’ll compose multiple drafts, making the journey from blank page to a polished essay. Laura Inman: see ACT Test Prep: English and Writing 5 Tuesdays: June 28 – July 26: 7:00 – 8:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 125 / $200 / Code 138 US History SAT II and US History AP Test Prep Forgot about Frick? Nervous about Nixon? Review for the US History exams with Dr. Dominique Padurano, former ETS consultant on the SATII and longtime AP exam grader. Come learn everything you need to know to ace these exams — from Dollar Diplomacy to DBQs — in a fun, non-competitive environment. The final two classes of the AP test prep review focuses on the essay and Document Based Question training. Dominique Padurano, PhD, has four NYS teaching certifications, 12 years classroom and 30 years tutoring experience. She has taught AP and Regents-level Social Studies and History courses at Horace Mann and Scarsdale high schools. She is a graduate of Harvard, and holds a doctorate in US History from Rutgers and holds a Master’s degree in Secondary Education. US History SAT II Test Prep 8 Tuesdays and Thursdays: March 29, 31, April 5, 7, 14, 19, 21, 26: 7:30 – 9:00 pm MHS Palmer Rm 115 / $320 / Code 139 US History AP Test Prep 10 Tuesdays and Thursdays: March 29, 31, April 5, 7, 14, 19, European History AP Test Prep Review Forgot about Franz Ferdinand? Nervous about Nikita? Come review for the AP European History exam with Dr. Dominique Padurano, former ETS consultant and longtime AP exam grader. Dr. P. has prepared hundreds of students to succeed as a teacher at Horace Mann and Scarsdale HS, and as head of Crimson Coaching, a tutoring and test prep company. Come learn everything you need to know to ace the exam— from the DBQ to the EU. 21, 26, 28 and May 3: 7:30 – 9:00 pm MHS Palmer Rm 115 / $400 / Code 140

Dominique Padurano, PhD: see US History Test Prep 10 Tuesdays and Thursdays: March 29, 31, April 5, 7, 14, 19,

21, 26, 28 and May 3: 5:30 – 7:00 pm MHS Palmer Rm 115 / $400 / Code 141

Bio SAT II Test Prep The College Board SATII Biology exam is a highly competitive, one hour exam that tests student’s understanding of biology with 80 challenging multiple choice questions. This prep course reviews familiar biology concepts, further explains topics and guides students through the additional material covered on the SATII exam. Students will learn test-taking strategies and do practice problems, which will also be assigned as homework. Students should purchase Barron’s SAT Subject Test Biology. Paperback, Barrons Educational Series Inc, 2013, ISBN13 9781438073262, ISBN10 1438073267 David Crino is a NYS certified biology and chemistry teacher with over 16 years of teaching and tutoring experience. Mr. Crino has taught various levels of High School Regents biology and chemistry including Regents level, inclusion classes and honors level. Section I 10 Tuesdays: March 15 – May 24 (no class Mar 22): 7:00 – 8:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 123 / $350 / Code 142 Section II 10 Wednesdays: March 16 – May 25 (no class March 23): 7:00 - 8:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 123/ $350 / Code 143 Young Makers Workshops Makers Workshops teach participants how to be creators through hands-on STEM projects (STEM = Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Participants work both independently and collaboratively and gain new skills through experimentation, trial and error. Using the design and build process, participants acquire skills in programming and computer science, circuitry and electronics, 3-D modeling & spatial design, and physical computing. Projects vary and are developed and modified according to the interests and skills of the combined participant group. The spring curriculum is different from previous cur- riculums; both returning and new students are encouraged to attend. A netbook or laptop (either MAC or PC) with battery life of at least 2 hours is required for each session. Taught by Rob Kissner, owner of The Digital Arts Experience, and staff. Young Makers Workshops for 4th & 5th Graders 8 Fridays: March 18 – May 20 (no class March 25, April 22): 3:30 – 5:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 256 / $450 / Code 144 Young Makers Workshops for Middle Schoolers 8 Fridays: March 18 – May 20 (no class March 25, April 22): 6:00 – 8:00 pm MHS Palmer Rm 256 / $450 / Code 145

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COMPUTERS & iDEVICES

Tech Troubleshooting FREE! How wonderful our cell phones and computers are when they work, and how terribly annoying they are when they don’t! More often than not, it’s a simple problem that can be fixed by someone with a little savvy. Members of Mamaroneck High School’s Tech Club are offering 1:1 help. Bring your pesky device and learn from the people who know best — our teens! Come to any or all sessions according to your needs, but please register so that the Tech Club can staff appropriately. Matt Loebel, Spencer Stendig and David O’Rourke are Co-Presidents of the Tech Club. 5 Tuesdays: March 8 & 29, April 12 & 26, May 10: 3:15 – 4:45 pm MHS Palmer Rm 122 / Free / Code 150 iPhone Photography iPhones take great pictures and, unlike cameras, they’re always handy. You’ll learn how to take professional-looking photos, edit them, and use special effects to enhance them. We’ll also discuss ways to store your photos on your phone, share them with your other devices as well as with other people, and review some free apps that will make your iphoto-taking even better. Bring your fully charged iPhone and Apple ID and password. Martin Merchant spent over two decades as a commercial photographer before deciding to teach high school in Hastings- on-Hudson, NY, where he just retired after 15 years — the last 6 as Art Department Chair. He has taught film photography, digital imaging, Photoshop and computer graphics to all ages for over 30 years.

Excel Beginner In the Beginner class, learn the basics of creating a spreadsheet by entering and editing data. Format text, numbers and labels and find out how to create simple formulas. Copying and pasting, as well as inserting and deleting will be covered. How to print efficiently will be addressed. Ronny Kaplan is a career computer training professional who founded her own firm, Computer Training Solutions, in 2001. 3 Wednesdays: March 16 – April 6 (no class March 23): 4:30 – 6:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 107 / $150 includes fee for textbook / Code 152 Excel Intermediate For students who have taken the Beginner class or with prior experience. The Intermediate class will focus on streamlining repetitive tasks in your spreadsheets, displaying data using more effective formats, using advanced formulas such as If, VLookup, Today, and Pmt. You’ll also create graphs to display your data in a more visual format and learn to filter and sort database information. 3 Wednesdays: April 13 – 27: 4:30 – 6:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 107 / $150 includes fee for textbook / Code 153 Powerpoint Learn to create presentations from scratch, from templates, or using themes. Create title slides and add slides with bullets of various levels, clip art, pictures, and shapes. Charts will be created, as will business graphics using Smart Art. Preparations will be made to deliver a presentation including transitions, speaker notes, printing and delivering on screen. Ronny Kaplan: See Excel. 2 Wednesdays: May 4 – 11: 4:30 – 6:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 107 / $85 / Code 154 (Anne Hutchinson), Joseph Ellis’s Founding Brothers (Washington, Adams, Jefferson, Franklin and Madison) and Ron Chernow’s Hamilton . Purchase the books on your own. Please come to the first class having read American Jezebel by Eve LaPlante. Leslie Blank received a BA from Emmanuel College, a Masters in Russian Language and Literature from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Masters of Liberal Studies with a concentration in American Studies from Manhattanville College. 6 Tuesdays: Mar 8, Mar 15, Apr 5, Apr 12, May 3, May 10: 12:30 – 2:00 pm Larchmont Temple Rm 3 / $150 / Code 155

Friday: April 15: 9:30 – 11:30 am Larchmont Temple Rm 2 / $35 / Code 151

DISCUSSION & LECTURES

American Lives NEW! “ ‘Any nation that expects to be ignorant and free,’ Jefferson said, ‘expects what never was and never will be.’ And if the gap between the educated and the uneducated in America continues to grow as it is in our time, as fast as or faster than the gap between the rich and the poor, the gap between the educated and the uneducated is going to be of greater consequence and the more serious threat to our way of life. We must not, by any means, misunderstand that.” – David McCullough In this election year, it is more important than ever to be educated. Be a part of lively discussions of three books about key founding American lives: Eve LaPlante’s American Jezebel

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DISCUSSION & LECTURES

Vision and Talent Unleashed: The Italian Renaissance NEW!

The Street Art Movement NEW! The world’s current engagement with Street Art had its begin- nings in New York City neighborhoods in the 1970’s. The growth of graffiti had humble origins in a sprawling diversity that thrived on personal style, the need to belong, and a youthful compulsion for competition and risk. Young bombers from all over the United States and Europe took their inspiration from the bold personal statements and larger-than-life exploits of subway graffiti gangs and personalities during the 1970’s and 80’s. Outside the US, all of the major metropolitan areas of the world now boast a thriving, expressive community of artists who take their thoughts, observations and opinions to the street. Nurtured and supported internationally, but often still vilified in the United States, this vital, contemporary art form is embraced by some of the most talented and original artists in the world today. We’ll explore the origins and history of urban art, examine a broad variety of media and technique, and survey major artists and sites both in the United States and internationally. Martin Merchant had his first career in professional photography and a second as a high school teacher. For the last 10 years, he has presented workshops in all aspects of photography, digital media and urban art making — from the cultural significance of tattoos to hip-hop art, music, and literature. Driven by the expressive power of graffiti and street art and the richness of its history and meaning, he has made the study and appreciation of local street artists and their work a personal mission. Kabbalah: Truth vs. Myth NEW! Kabbalah is an ancient Jewish interpretation of the Bible and not, as many claim, mysticism. We’ll examine its history, traditions, major texts and personalities, and its relevance to us today. What is practical Kabbalah? Is Madonna a Kabbalist? These questions and more will be answered using source documents. Ze’ev Aviezer earned a BA degree in economics from Hunter College, an MS degree in counseling from Lehman College CUNY and his MA in Religious Education from Hebrew Union College’s Institute of Religion. 4 Fridays: Apr 8 – May 13: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm (No class Apr 22, April 29) Larchmont Temple Rm 4 / $120 / Code 160 Thursday: Apr 28: 9:30 – 11:30 am Larchmont Temple Rm 2 / $35 / Code 159

A renaissance took place at different times in different places in Western Europe, both prior to and during the 14th through 16th centuries. In some regions, the emphasis was on literature. In others, it was on science, exploration, and philosophy. But the most well known renaissance — realizing its greatest achievements in art — happened in Italy. The Italian Renaissance was definitely one of the most exciting eras ever. In this course, we will explore its developments from c. 1300 to 1520, to examine the glittering excitement and deadly intrigues of a culture that produced many of the world’s greatest masterpieces in art. Such artists as Giotto, Masaccio, Donatello, and Brunelleschi will be discussed — and we’ll see how they made it possible for the likes of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Titian to reach such extraordinary heights. We’ll encounter such fascinating personalities as the Medici, Pico della Mirandola, Savonarola, Pope Julius II, and Machiavelli on our journey, along with the literature, mysteries, myths, and scandals that characterized the period. See Trips section for optional trip led by the Instructor to The Met to view the paintings being discussed. American Dilemmas In the Middle East NEW! The US has vital interests but inconsistent policies in the Middle East. We’ll debate whether and how the US should get entangled in Mideast conflicts. Open-ended lectures will explore historical legacies and current options. The first two classes focus on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the second two on the Iran-Iraq conflict zone. Naomi Weinberger, PhD, is Adjunct Professor at the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) of Columbia University. Her primary academic interests are in international security studies, with expertise in the Middle East. 4 Wednesdays: Mar 9 – Apr 6: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm (No class Mar 23) Larchmont Temple Rm 1 / $120 / Code 157 The Tragedy of Syria NEW! How has a prominent Arab country with a vibrant society been reduced to a tormented, failed state? We will consider three dimensions of Syria’s experience: historical legacies (from Ottoman times through the rule of the Assads); regional rivals and partners (Israel, Lebanon, Iraq, Iran); and ongoing turbulence (insurrection, ISIS, humanitarian calamity, future prospects). Naomi Weinberger, Ph.D., is Adjunct Professor at the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) of Columbia University. Her primary academic interests are in international security studies, with expertise in the Middle East. 3 Wednesdays: April 13 – 27: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm (No class Mar 23) Larchmont Temple Rm 1 / $90 / Code 158 Jill Keifer: see Museum Exhibit Previews 3 Thursdays: May 5 – 19: 9:30 – 11:30 am Larchmont Temple Rm 3 / $90 / Code 156

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DISCUSSION & LECTURES

Jill Kiefer, PhD, is an art historian and teaching artist. She’s been designing, coordinating and leading programs and tours in Art History and Fine Arts for over thirty years – in university, institutional and community environments around the globe. Thursday: March 10: 9:30 – 11:30 am Larchmont Temple Rm 3 / $35 / Code 163

Russian History & Culture Through Its Art NEW! Art is a revealing lens through which to view a country’s history and culture. Our survey will include ancient icon paintings, 18th-century portraiture, 19th-century landscape painting and avant-garde and contemporary Russian art. We’ll compare the similarities and differences between Russian and American art of the same historical periods and the ways in which they reflect our different national characters. Natasha Karpinskaia received her MA in philological studies from the Moscow University of Linguistics, MA in art history from the Academy of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, Russia, and is completing her PhD in art history at Columbia University. 3 Mondays: April 4 – 18: 7:00 – 8:30 pm MHS Palmer Rm 123/ $90 / Code 161 Coffee and Current Events Join a multinational group for a moderated discussion of the news of the week. To help focus the discussion, prior to the weekly meeting participants will be emailed discussion topics and optional reading. Bring coffee, your insights, and an open mind. Katherine Korth Dehais graduated Phi Beta Kappa, Magna cum laude from Columbia University’s School of International Affairs. She is a published poet who has written and directed several theatrical adaptations. 9 Fridays: Mar 11 – June 3: 9:30 – 11:00 am Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun (French, 1755–1842) is one of the finest eighteenth-century French painters and among the most important of all women artists. A self-taught painter with exceptional skills as a portraitist, she achieved success in France and Europe during one of the most eventful, turbulent periods in European history. This program will prepare you for this wonderful exhibit happening at the Metropolitan Museum of Art February 15 – May 5. We’ll examine the artist’s life and work – and will also provide you with a broader cultural and artistic context. We’ll examine the work of some of her contem- poraries — as well as the Rococo, Neoclassical, and Romantic movements of the age. (No class Mar 25, Apr 15, Apr 22, April 29) Larchmont Temple Rm 3 / $200 / Code 162 Museum Exhibit Preview: Vigée Le Brun: Woman Artist in Revolutionary France NEW!

Museum Exhibit Preview: Moholy-Nagy: Future Present NEW!

A retrospective of László Moholy-Nagy’s work will be on exhibit at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum from May through September 2016. The first comprehensive retrospective of the work of László Moholy-Nagy (1895–1946) to appear in the United States in nearly fifty years, this long overdue presentation will reveal a utopian artist who believed that art could work hand-in-hand with technology for the betterment of humanity. This program will prepare you for this exhibit by providing background information and insights on the artist, his contem- poraries, and corresponding trends that are essential to a full appreciation of his oeuvre. Jill Kiefer: See Exhibit Preview: Vigée Le Brun Thursday: April 7: 9:30 –11:30 am Larchmont Temple Rm 3 / $35 / Code 164 Museum Exhibit Preview: Warhol by the Book NEW! Andy Warhol’s books are an overlooked and important facet of his career. An upcoming exhibit at the Morgan Library and Museum (February 5 – May 15) will present nearly all of his projects for books – from his early student days through his years as an influential artist and cultural icon. This program will provide you with an excellent background to the exhibit, by examining some lesser-known facts about Warhol’s life, art, and beliefs — including his own skepticism about American society and its values. We’ll look at a variety of his works to see how he managed to seamlessly weave various threads of the art — and culture— into a single tapestry. Jill Kiefer: See Exhibit Preview: Vigée Le Brun Thursday: April 14: 9:30 – 11:30 am Larchmont Temple Rm 3 / $35 / Code 165

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FILM

Independent Films: Now and Forever! Rather than focusing on the latest movie releases, Dr. Michael DiGennaro carefully chooses independent films that are worthy of study. He introduces the director and film prior to the screening, and then follows with a lecture and discussion that goes beyond plot to focus on cultural context, narrative themes and cinematic technique. The same film is shown on alternate Monday evenings and Wednesday afternoons, so if you can’t make it one week you’ll have a second opportunity. Films shown during the most recent semester included Pride (a British film dealing with the true story of the LGBT community’s support for the striking miners in 1984), Force Majeure (a psychological examination of Introduction to Pickleball NEW! Pickleball is the nation’s fastest growing sport because it’s excellent exercise, easy to learn and a great social game. In this single-night session, you’ll learn why everyone loves the game. A combination of tennis, ping-pong and badminton, it is played with a whiffle-like ball on a court approximately half the size of a tennis court. Fun for all ages and level of play, it is a low-impact sport with minimal chance of injury. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. Equipment is provided. Betsy Underhill is the Greenwich High School’s girl’s tennis coach and an avid player of and advocate for Pickleball. Pickleball NEW! Pickleball is the nation’s fastest growing sport because it’s excellent exercise, easy to learn and a great social game. A combination of tennis, ping-pong and badminton, it is played with a whiffle-like ball on a court approximately half the size of a tennis court. Fun for all ages and level of play, it is a low-impact sport with minimal chance of injury. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. Equipment is provided. Betsy Underhill: See Introduction to Pickleball Session I 4 Tuesdays: March 15 – April 12 (no class March 22): 7:00 – 9:00 pm MHS Post Rd Gym / $100 / Code 171 Session II 5 Tuesdays: April 19 – May 17: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm MHS Post Rd Gym / $125 / Code 172 Ballroom and Latin Social Dancing NEW! Social dancing is fun and gives you the opportunity to develop friendships and gain physical confidence. Everyone can learn to dance. You’ll learn ballroom dances like the foxtrot and waltz, and Latin dances includeing salsa, swing and cha cha cha. Partners are encouraged, but not required. Richard Barnett is a country, ballroom and Latin dance instructor, 1 Tuesday: March 8: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm MHS Post Rd Gym / $15 / Code 170

a marriage set in a French ski resort) and Beyond the Lights (an American film set in the contemporary pop music world). Michael DiGennaro, PhD, is a former Mamaroneck High School English teacher and a film scholar and instructor. Monday Evenings 5 Mondays: March 7, March 14, April 4, May 2, May 16: 7:00 – 10:00 pm MHS Post Tiered Classroom / $125 / Code 166 Wednesday Matinees 5 Wednesdays: March 9, March 16, March 30, May 4, May 11: 3:00 – 6:00 pm Mamaroneck Library Community Room / $125 / Code 167 DJ and choreographer. He was a successful competition dancer competing in Pro-Ams with professionals. 6 Mondays: March 7 – May 2 (no class March 21, 28, April 25): 7:00 – 8:30 pm MHS Caféteria / $150 / Code 173 Bike Ride: City Island NEW! A ride to City Island is a wonderful experience for cyclists of all levels. Travel the beautiful, relatively flat bike trail and enjoy the seaside view, while riding along the sound — from Pelham to City Island. As we cross over the bridge into this very charming New England fishing village, you will feel like you have traveled miles away. On the main street of the island, you will experience the local patrons and the quaint atmosphere the town has to offer. Bring lunch money for our stop at one of the iconic seafood/ burger spots on the water. Laurie Parkinson, owner and spin instructor at L Train Cycling studio, has been an avid cyclist for over 20 years. A former triathlete, her passion for cycling led her to organize outdoor rides for clients so she could share her love for the sport and also explore beautiful areas around New York with others. 1 Friday: May 6 (rain date May 13): 11: 00 am – 1:30 pm Pelhammeeting location TBA to registered students / $50 / Code 174 Bike Ride: Manhattan’s West Side NEW! The Hudson River Park Path running along Manhattan’s West Side is for more advanced cyclists due to the busy nature of the path, which accommodates walkers and joggers as well as cyclists. We will ride a total of @ 20 miles along mostly flat terrain. The ride starts at 96th Street and moves south along the Hudson River. As we travel down to Battery Park, you will take in sites along the way, including the USS Intrepid, the Irish Memorial, and the Statue of Liberty. In Battery Park, we’ll stop for a sit- down lunch outside at one of the lovely waterfront restaurants

FITNESS

before heading back. Fee Includes lunch. Laurie Parkinson: see Bike Ride: City Island

1 Friday: May 20 (rain date June 3): 9:30 am – 3:00 pm Pelham meeting location TBA to registered students / $145 / Code 175

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