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SPORTS & FITNESS
BASIC BALLROOM DANCING
Discover why dancing is so popular by learning
the steps to many of the modern dances.
Whether you are a beginner or just want
to brush up on your steps, this easy method
will help you master the dance floor. Learn
the fox-trot, waltz, swing dance, rumba and
polka. Ballroom Dance is for couples only. Cost
is per couple. INSTRUCTOR: TED AND BONNIE KNAUSS
X SP31F - Wednesday, 9/30/2015-11/18/2015
(8 Sessions)
X Walton Farm Gym
u 7:30 PM-9:30 PM
X Fee: $98 per couple
X Gold Card Fee: $49 per couple
BASKETBALL FOR ADULTS
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Calling all basketball players for recreational
play. New pickup teams compete each week in
“call your own rules” play. INSTRUCTOR: MATTHEW BRICK
X SP13F - Wednesday, 9/30/2015-11/18/2015
(8 Sessions)
X NPHS/Boys Gym
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $72 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X SP14W - Wednesday, 1/13/2016-2/10/2016
(5 Sessions)
X Inglewood/Gym
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $56 (Gold Card Not Honored)
WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE
– NEW
This program is based on a combination
of Asian martial arts and police defensive
tactics. It has been refined over 20 years to
the fine tuned package you will experience.
These techniques are easy to use and will be
reviewed every week with new ones added to
build a foundation. INSTRUCTOR: SEAN KEYSER
X ED22F - Wednesday, 10/7/2015-11/11/2015
(6 Sessions)
X York Avenue/Gym
u 7:00 PM-8:00 PM
X Fee: $45 (Gold Card Not Honored)
INDOOR SOCCER FOR ADULTS
www.northpenncep.org
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Why let the kids have all the fun? Join us
for some indoor fun with five vs. five pickup
games. For men and women who still want to
knock the ball around. INSTRUCTOR: GLENN YETTER
X SP12F - Monday, 9/28/2015-11/23/2015
(8 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/2/2015
X Pennfield Middle/New Gym u 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $61 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X SP10W - Monday, 1/11/2016-2/8/2016
(4 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/18/2016
X Pennfield Middle/New Gym u 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $45 (Gold Card Not Honored)
GOLF – ADULTS
This is an introduction to the game of golf. You
will learn the basics: proper grip, stance, set-up,
alignment, the different parts of a golf swing.
Chipping and putting techniques will be covered, as well as basic golf rules and etiquette.
Clubs will be available. A $8 fee for a bucket
of balls will be paid to Freddy Hill nightly. This
course will be held at Freddy Hill Fun Center,
1440 Sumneytown Pike, Lansdale, PA 19446.
Limited Enrollment. INSTRUCTOR: GREG VIDA
X SP18F.1 - Tuesday,
9/15/2015-10/6/2015
(4 Sessions)
X Freddy Hill Fun Center
u 5:30 PM-6:30 PM
X Fee: $60 (Gold Card
Not Honored)
X SP18F.2 - Thursday,
9/17/2015-10/8/2015
(4 Sessions)
X Freddy Hill Fun Center
u 5:30 PM-6:30 PM
X Fee: $60 (Gold Card
Not Honored)
INTRODUCTION TO YOGA/HATHA
This class will teach students the benefit of
GENTLE yet complete postures (stretches).
Breathing techniques and relaxation/visualization suggestions will be offered to enhance
the mind, body and spirit connection. Bring
a well cushioned mat and wear comfortable
clothing. INSTRUCTOR: ROSA GILETTI
X SP15F - Tuesday, 9/29/2015-11/17/2015
(6 Sessions)
X No Class: 10/20/2015, 11/3/2015
X York Avenue/Gym
u 6:45 PM-7:45 PM
X Fee: $42
u Gold Card Fee: $21
WHAT’S INSIDE
Sports & Fitness............................1-3
Baking & Cooking.......................3-4
Continued Learning...................4-5
Canine Training.......................... 6
Photography.................................... 6
Gold Card Information................. 6
Computer.......................................6-7
Planetarium................................ 7
Arts, Crafts & More......................8-9
Aquatics................................... 10-11
Just for Kids............................. 12-14
Financial Seminars...................... 14
Registration Information............ 15
Trips................................................. 16
SPORTS & FITNESS
YOGA FOR MEN
PILATES
Build your strength by retraining muscles,
increasing stamina and regaining flexibility.
Feel greater ease and flexibility as your
golf swing, tennis, racquet ball, running
or just walking improves. Helps ease back
pain and tension in the upper body,
provide the additional tools to learn
techniques of relaxation and enable you
to regain your flexibility. Bring a well
cushioned mat to class. INSTRUCTOR: ROSA GILETTI
X SP14F - Tuesday, 9/29/2015-11/17/2015
(6 Sessions)
X No Class: 10/20/2015, 11/3/2015
X York Avenue/Gym u 8:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $42
Gold Card Fee: $21
NP COMMUNITY EDUCATION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH YMCA
The following classes are offered in
partnership with the YMCA.
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– NEW
Strengthen and lengthen your entire body
with the main focus being on the “core”
abs and back. All levels are welcome.
INSTRUCTOR: NORTH PENN Y
X SP20F.1 - Tuesday, 9/29/2015-11/24/2015
(8 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X North Wales/Cafeteria u 6:15 PM-7:00 PM
X Fee: $45
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP20F.2 - Thursday, 10/1/2015-11/19/2015
(8 Sessions)
A popular exercise class that strengthens
the upper body, thigh, gluteal and abdominal
muscle groups. Set to music, this class is for
men and women who want to look and feel
great. Bring a mat and weights to class.
X SP19F.1 - Tuesday, 9/29/2015-11/24/2015
(8 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X North Wales/Cafeteria u 7:15 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $50
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP19F.2 - Thursday, 10/1/2015-11/19/2015
X SP20F.3 - Tuesday/Thursday, 9/29/2015-
X North Wales/Cafeteria u 7:15 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $50
u Gold Card Fee: Free
11/24/2015 (16 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X North Wales/Cafeteria u 6:15 PM-7:00 PM
X Fee: $82
u Gold Card Fee: $41
X SP12W.1 - Tuesday, 1/12/2016-2/9/2016
(5 Sessions)
(8 Sessions)
X SP19F.3 - Tuesday/Thursday, 9/29/2015-
11/24/2015 (16 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X North Wales/Cafeteria u 7:15 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $90
u Gold Card Fee: $45
X North Wales/Cafeteria u 6:15 PM-7:00 PM
X Fee: $39
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP11W.1 - Tuesday, 1/12/2016-2/9/2016
X SP12W.2 - Thursday, 1/14/2016-2/11/2016
X North Wales/Cafeteria u 7:15 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $42
u Gold Card Fee: Free
(5 Sessions)
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X North Wales/Cafeteria u 6:15 PM-7:00 PM
X Fee: $45
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X No Class: 1/21/2016
X North Wales/Cafeteria u 6:15 PM-7:00 PM
X Fee: $37
u Gold Card Fee: Free
TOTAL BODY SHAPING
FITNESS YOGA
This class, based on a blend of yoga styles, is
designed to enhance strength, flexibility and
relaxation. Poses are linked by flowing movement and coordinated with the breath to
produce a total mind/body workout. Bring a
mat and towel to class. INSTRUCTOR: NORTH PENN Y
X SP12W.3 - Tuesday/Thursday, 1/12/2016-
2/11/2016 (10 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/21/2016
X North Wales/Cafeteria u 6:15 PM-7:00 PM
X Fee: $68
u Gold Card Fee: $34
(5 Sessions)
X SP11W.2 - Thursday, 1/14/2016-2/11/2016
(5 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/21/2016
X North Wales/Cafeteria u 7:15 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $40
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP11W.3 - Tuesday/Thursday, 1/12/2016-
2/11/2016 (10 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/21/2016
X North Wales/Cafeteria u 7:15 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $74
u Gold Card Fee: $37
INSTRUCTOR: NORTH PENN Y
X SP23F.1 - Monday, 9/28/2015-11/16/2015
(7 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/2/2015
X Oak Park/Gym
u 6:15 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $48
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP23F.2 - Wednesday, 9/30/2015-11/11/2015
(7 Sessions)
X Oak Park/Gym
u 6:15 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $48
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP23F.3 - Monday/Wednesday, 9/28/2015-
11/16/2015 (14 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/2/2015
X Oak Park/Gym
u 6:15 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $86
u Gold Card Fee: $43
X SP15W.1 - Monday, 1/11/2016 – 2/8/2016
(4 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/18/2016
X Oak Park/Gym
u 6:15 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $40
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP15W.2 - Wednesday, 1/13/2016-2/10/2016
(5 Sessions)
X Oak Park/Gym
u 6:15 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $42
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP15W.3 - Monday/Wednesday, 1/11/2016-
2/10/2016 (9 Sessions)
X Oak Park/Gym
u 6:15 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $74
u Gold Card Fee: $37
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NP COMMUNITY EDUCATION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH YMCA
FA L L 2 0 1 5 N O R T H P E N N C O M M U N I T Y E D U C AT I O N P R O G R A M
NP COMMUNITY EDU
SPORTS
& FITNESS
INDOOR CYCLING
BAKING &
COOKING
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ZUMBA-LEVEL I
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Workout on stationary bikes, climb hills, sprint
and race in a group setting. This is a fun class
whether you are a new rider or cycling enthusiast.
Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International
music combining fast and slow rhythms that
tone and sculpt the body. INSTRUCTOR: NORTH PENN Y
INSTRUCTOR: NORTH PENN Y
X SP24F.1 - Tuesday, 9/29/2015-11/24/2015
(8 Sessions)
X SP29F - Monday, 9/28/2015-11/16/2015
(8 Sessions)
X Lansdale Y
X Fee: $50
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X Hatfield/Gym u 6:30 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $45
u Gold Card Fee: Free
u 7:00 PM-7:55 PM
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP29W - Monday, 1/11/2016-2/8/2016 (5 Sessions)
X Lansdale Y
u 7:00 PM-7:55 PM
X Fee: $42
u Gold Card Fee: Free
TAI-CHI HEALTH
INSTRUCTOR: NORTH PENN Y
u 11:30 AM-12:25 PM
u Gold Card Fee: Free
(5 Sessions)
X Hatfield/Gym u 6:30 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $39
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP16W.2 - Thursday, 1/14/2016-2/11/2016
X SP16W.3 - Tuesday/Thursday, 1/12/2016-
2/11/2016 (10 Sessions)
X Hatfield/Gym u 6:30 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $70
u Gold Card Fee: $35
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Improve muscle tone and increase joint
flexibility by doing slow, controlled exercises
that help strengthen and stretch your total
body with an emphasis on back and abdominal
muscles. All ages welcome, targeted for
55 and over.
INSTRUCTOR: NORTH PENN Y
ZUMBA-LEVEL II
Take your Zumba to a higher level by joining
this intermediate class. Zumba is a fusion of
Latin and International music combining
fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt
the body. INSTRUCTOR: NORTH PENN Y
(8 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X Hatfield/Gym u 7:30 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $45
u Gold Card Fee: Free
u 11:30 AM-12:25 PM
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP30W - Thursday, 1/14/2016-2/11/2016
In this three-week program, Kathy will take
the fear out of using a candy thermometer.
We’ll make sophisticated candies like toffee,
turtles and truffles. LOTS of samples-mmmmmm
good! A materials fee of $20 is payable
to the instructor the first night of class.
INSTRUCTOR: KITCHEN WIZARDS, KATHY’S JUST DESSERTS
X EA20F - Wednesday, 11/4/2015-11/18/2015
(3 Sessions)
X NPHS/F131
X Fee: $46
u 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
u Gold Card Fee: $23
Grab your friends and bake up your own
cookie exchange. Participants will prepare
a selection of cookie doughs - everyone takes
home a platter with a variety of cookies.
A materials fee of $15 is payable to the instructor.
INSTRUCTOR: KITCHEN WIZARDS, KATHY’S JUST DESSERTS
X EA22F - Tuesday, 12/8/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/F131
u 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: $13
X SP25F.3 - Tuesday/Thursday, 9/29/2015-
11/24/2015 (16 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X Hatfield/Gym u 7:30 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $82
u Gold Card Fee: $41
X SP17W.1 - Tuesday, 1/12/2016-2/9/2016
(5 Sessions)
INSTRUCTOR: NORTH PENN Y
X Hatfield/Gym u 7:30 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $39
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP35F - Thursday, 10/1/2015-11/19/2015
X SP17W.2 - Thursday, 1/14/2016-2/11/2016
UCATION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH YMCA
CANDY MAKING
X Hatfield/Gym u 7:30 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $45
u Gold Card Fee: Free
This popular Latin-dance inspired workout
makes it accessible for seniors, beginners or
anyone needing modification in their exercise
routine. Build cardiovascular health while
working the muscles of the hips, legs and
arms with dance moves.
u 10:30 AM-11:25 AM
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X EA18F - Thursday, 10/15/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/F131
u 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: $13
(8 Sessions)
u 11:30 AM-12:25 PM
u Gold Card Fee: Free
(8 Sessions)
INSTRUCTOR: KITCHEN WIZARDS, KATHY’S JUST DESSERTS
X SP25F.2 - Thursday, 10/1/2015-11/19/2015
ZUMBA - GOLD – NEW
X Lansdale Y
X Fee: $50
MANGIA MADNESS ITALIAN STYLE
In this one night class, we’ll make an Italian
meal - homemade sauce, meatballs and yes,
we’ll roll our own pasta! Kathy will choose
something special for dessert, too. A $15
materials fee is payable to the instructor.
COOKIE EXCHANGE
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X SP25F.1 - Tuesday, 9/29/2015-11/24/2015
X SP30F - Thursday, 10/1/2015-11/19/2015
(5 Sessions)
X Lansdale Y
X Fee: $42
X SP16W.1 - Tuesday, 1/12/2016-2/9/2016
X Hatfield/Gym u 6:30 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $39
u Gold Card Fee: Free
ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS (AOA) HEALTHY
(8 Sessions)
X Lansdale Y
X Fee: $50
11/24/2015 (16 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X Hatfield/Gym u 6:30 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $82
u Gold Card Fee: $41
(5 Sessions)
X SP22F - Wednesday, 9/30/2015-11/18/2015
BODY TONING
(8 Sessions)
X Hatfield/Gym u 6:30 PM-7:15 PM
X Fee: $45
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP24F.3 - Tuesday/Thursday, 9/29/2015-
This calming workout focuses on healing
and rejuvenation. Enjoy this “easy to learn”
exercise program starting with gentle
stretches and flowing into “follow along”
Tai-Chi movements. The instructor teaches
the Sun Style form of Tai-Chi adapted from
master trainers. This class may be practiced
entirely with the assistance of a chair.
(8 Sessions)
X Lansdale Y
X Fee: $50
X SP24F.2 - Thursday, 10/1/2015-11/19/2015
Please be aware that some of the ingredients
used in these classes may contain traces
of peanuts, peanut oils, tree nuts, egg or
other food allergens.
(5 Sessions)
X Hatfield/Gym u 7:30 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $39
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X SP17W.3 - Tuesday/Thursday, 1/12/2016-
2/11/2016 (10 Sessions)
X Hatfield/Gym u 7:30 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $70
u Gold Card Fee: $35
NP COMMUNITY EDUCATION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH YMCA
HORS D’OEUVRES & DIPS – PART I
Learn some new recipes for your holiday
entertaining. Samples and recipes provided.
Bring our own non-alcoholic beverage to
class. A materials fee of $25 is payable
the first night of class.
INSTRUCTOR: KITCHEN WIZARDS, KATHY’S JUST DESSERTS
X EA25F - Monday, 11/23/2015-12/7/2015
(3 Sessions)
X NPHS/F131
X Fee: $46
u 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
u Gold Card Fee: $23
N O R T H P E N N C O M M U N I T Y E D U C AT I O N P R O G R A M FA L L 2 0 1 5
3
BAKING &
COOKING
(CONTINUED)
CONTINUED LEARNING
HORS D’OEUVRES AND DIPS – PART II – W
You will be the hit of every party when you
make some new, tantalizing hors d’Oeuvres
and dips. Plenty of samples, so come hungry
(recipes included). Join Kitchen Wizards for
this three-week program. A materials fee
of $25 is payable to the instructor.
INSTRUCTOR: KITCHEN WIZARDS, KATHY’S JUST DESSERTS
X EA13W - Thursday, 1/21/2016-2/4/2016
(3 Sessions)
X NPHS/F131
X Fee: $46
u 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
u Gold Card Fee: $23
MINI-DESSERTS – ECLAIRS, CREAM PUFFS
& MINI TARTS – W – NEW
Great portable desserts to go along with
your hors d’oeuvres and dips at any party
get-together. Come hungry. A materials fee
of $15 is payable to the instructor.
INSTRUCTOR: KITCHEN WIZARDS, KATHY’S JUST DESSERTS
X EA15W - Wednesday, 2/10/2016 (1 Session)
X NPHS/F131
u 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: $13
PRESSURE CANNING VEGETABLES
Learn the basics of using a pressure canner
in this hands-on class focused on safely
preserving low acid foods at home. Class will
cover the equipment, techniques and sources
of research-tested recipes for safe canning.
Participants will prepare and take home a
canned vegetable. Bring an apron and a small
box to carry your canned items home safely.
A $10 materials fee will be payable to the
instructor the night of class.
INSTRUCTOR: BETH MILLER, PENN STATE EXTENSION
X EA16F.1 - Thursday, 10/29/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/F131
u 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: $13
MAKING JAMS AND JELLIES AT HOME
Learn boiling water canning skills in this
hands-on class focused on jams and jellies.
Class is also a great review/update for
experienced canners. Participants will
complete a team canning project during
the evening and will take home canned
items. Bring an apron and a small box to
carry your canned items home safely. A $10
materials fee is payable to the instructor.
INSTRUCTOR: BETH MILLER, PENN STATE EXTENSION
X EA17F - Thursday, 11/12/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/F131
u 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: $13
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)
FOR ADULTS
AARP SMART DRIVER –
REFRESHER COURSE
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This single day course is open to participants
who have successfully completed their eighthour driver safety program within 36 months
prior to registering for participation in the
refresher course. This course provides four
hours of comprehensive classroom instruction
focusing on the effects of aging on driving.
Upon successful completion of the AARP
SMART DRIVER REFRESHER Program, each
participant will receive a certificate. Participants 55 years of age or older, may qualify for
a state mandated discount on their automobile insurance premium. Participants should
contact their insurance company to determine
their eligibility. Please bring a driver’s license
and a check written to AARP for the appropriate class fee, $15 for AARP members and $20
for non-members. The class fee is payable the
night of class. INSTRUCTOR: MARC SATALOF
X ED11F - Tuesday, 10/13/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K30
u 5:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: Payable to AARP
X ED14W - Tuesday, 1/19/2016 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K30
u 5:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: Payable to AARP
AARP SMART DRIVER –
BASIC COURSE
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This program provides eight hours of
comprehensive instruction focusing on
the effects of aging on driving in two, fourhour sessions. First time participants, or
participants who attended more than three
years ago, will focus on a variety of topics.
Upon successful completion of the AARP
SMART DRIVER BASIC Program, each participant will receive a certificate. Participants
55 years of age or older may qualify for
a state mandated discount on their automobile insurance premium. Participants should
contact their insurance company to determine
their eligibility. Please bring your drivers
license and a check written to AARP for
the appropriate class fee, $15 for AARP
members and $20 for non-members. The
course fee is payable the first night of class.
INSTRUCTOR: MARC SATALOF
X ED10F - Monday/Tuesday, 10/5/2015-10/6/2015
SAVE 5% AT IN-PERSON
REGISTRATION
See page 16 for details!
On-Line Registration at
www.northpenncep.org
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(2 Sessions)
X NPHS/K31
u 5:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: Payable to AARP
X ED15W - Monday/Tuesday, 1/11/2016-1/12/2016
(2 Sessions)
X NPHS/K32
u 5:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: Payable to AARP
FA L L 2 0 1 5 N O R T H P E N N C O M M U N I T Y E D U C AT I O N P R O G R A M
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This beginning ESL class will be modified
to fit the needs of the students. Limited to
20 registrants. INSTRUCTOR: SHARON HAYES
X ED14F - Wednesday, 9/30/2015-11/18/2015
(8 Sessions)
X Bridle Path/Room 101 u 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $72 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X ED14W - Wednesday, 1/13/2016-2/10/2016
(5 Sessions)
X Bridle Path/Room 101 u 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
X Fee: $56 (Gold Card Not Honored)
5-STEP JSD NECK-SHOULDER RELEASE
Learn to find key neck and shoulder points,
plus additional points to help release stubborn tensions. Practice the relaxing Jin Shin
Do®BodyMind Acupressure technique on
yourself and others to help melt away tense
shoulders, stiff neck and headaches caused
by constriction of these areas.
INSTRUCTOR: KATHLEEN CAMPBELL
X ED18F.1 - Monday, 10/26/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K32
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: $13
X ED18F.2 - Monday, 11/9/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K32
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: $13
CHAIR YOGA – W
Chair Yoga is suited for anyone who spends
the majority of their day sitting in a chair.
Whether it is limitations due to injury, illness
or natural causes as well as people required to
spend the majority of their day in a standard
office workspace, this practice of yoga is for
you. It can give you more flexibility, physical
and mental strength, increased energy and
sense of wellbeing, improved memory and
clarity and better concentration, improved
overall health and peace.
INSTRUCTOR: KATHLEEN CAMPBELL
X LR12W - Monday, 1/11/2016-2/8/2016 (5 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/18/2016
X NPHS/K24
u 7:00 PM-8:00 PM
X Fee: $42
u Gold Card Fee: $21
FRENCH I
Learn French the fast and fun way by using
authentic materials and situations from the
French culture. You will learn fundamental
vocabulary and simple grammar that will
allow you to begin speaking and reading in
the language immediately. Develop comprehension, practice pronunciation and learn
about the culture in a relaxed, supportive (and
fun!) atmosphere. This class is for beginners,
or for those who want to brush up on their
French. INSTRUCTOR: CYNTHIA KING
X ED12F - Monday, 9/28/2015-11/23/2015
(8 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/2/2015
X NPHS/E15
u 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $62
u Gold Card Fee: $31
CONTINUED LEARNING (CONTINUED)
PARLIAMO ITALIANO!
(BEGINNING ITALIAN)
This class is a dynamic introduction to the Italian
language and culture. Learn with a native
Italian in a no-pressure course designed for
beginners. Parliamo Italiano will provide you
with a basic foundation in grammar, simple
vocabulary and common every day phrases.
Get a taste of Italy! A $20 materials fee will be
payable to the instructor the first day of class.
INSTRUCTOR: FRANCESCA CALABRETTA
X ED13F - Saturday, 10/3/2015-11/21/2015
(7 Sessions)
X No Class: 10/10/2015
X NPHS/K32
u 9:15 AM-10:45 AM
X Fee: $58
u Gold Card Fee: $29
PARLIAMO ITALIANO – PART 2 – NEW
If you have made it through an introductory
Italian class and want to take your Italian to
a new level, this class will expand your knowledge and comprehension through interactive
dialogue. “Parliamo Italiano 2” will be taught
in a light non-threatening atmosphere and
will increase your vocabulary through real
life dialogue while reinforcing basic grammar
principles. A $20 materials fee is payable to
the instructor on the first day of class.
INSTRUCTOR: FRANCESCA CALABRETTA
HANDWRITING ANALYSIS
Learn what people are really like by reviewing
their handwriting strokes. You can use it to
amuse yourself, entertain people or serve the
public. Since it reveals someone’s personality,
some of its many uses are for screening employees, choosing a life partner and helping your
children with life decisions. Allan Grim is the
author of the groundbreaking book “Strokes:
Inside the Fascinating, Mysterious World of
Handwriting Analysis.” INSTRUCTOR: ALLAN GRIM
X ED17F - Thursday, 10/8/2015-10/29/2015
(4 Sessions)
X NPHS/K129
X Fee: $52
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
u Gold Card Fee: $26
GUITAR BASICS FOR ADULTS
Enrich your life with music! This class will
cover the fundamental skills needed to
begin playing the guitar. Have fun learning
songs, riffs, chords and the online resources
available to help your playing. So bring your
guitar and let’s jam! INSTRUCTOR: THOMAS HUNT
X ED30F - Wednesday, 9/30/2015-11/18/2015
(8 Sessions)
X NPHS/K26
X Fee: $50
u 7:15 PM-8:15 PM
u Gold Card Fee: $25
GUITAR REFRESHER FOR ADULTS – W
MUSIC THEORY FOR GUITAR – W – NEW
If you have taken our guitar basics class and
you’re still curious about chords and scales,
then this is the class for you! This class will
cover how scales generate chords, which
generate progressions, which constitute songs.
Be prepared to take notes!
INSTRUCTOR: THOMAS HUNT
X ED25WF - Saturday, 1/9/2016-2/6/2016
(4 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/16/2016
X NPHS/K26
u 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
X Fee: $40
u Gold Card Fee: $20
BASIC BEGINNING CROCHET – NEW
Come learn how easy it is to create a scarf
using a foundation chain and single crochet.
In this class you will learn how to read
a crochet pattern and more. Bring to the first
night of class two 8-ounce skeins of worsted
weight yarn and a “G” crochet hook.
INSTRUCTOR: HELEN TORRES
X AR33F - Tuesday, 10/13/2015-10/20/2015
(2 Sessions)
X Bridle Path/Room 101 u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $40 (Gold Card Not Honored)
AMERICAN MAH JONGG
“BUON VIAGGIO!” ITALIAN FOR
This class is designed for students who have
taken a previous guitar class with us. If you
have gotten rusty or if you got too busy to
practice, here’s another chance! This class will
be a review of the material covered in our
Guitar Basics class. Don’t give up; get a new
start on your goal! INSTRUCTOR: THOMAS HUNT
Come learn this fun, challenging, exciting
game requiring skill and luck. Instruction
will be at a relaxed pace with opportunities
to practice, learn rules and try out strategies.
Participants will have coached play as well
as time for independent play. A $9 materials
fee is payable to the instructor the first
night of class. INSTRUCTOR: SHEILA MAZZOLI
TRAVELERS – W
X ED11W.1 - Saturday, 1/9/2016-2/6/2016
X ED34F - Monday, 10/19/2015-11/30/2015
(4 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/16/2016
X NPHS/K26
u 10:15 AM-11:15 AM
X Fee: $40
u Gold Card Fee: $20
X No Class: 11/2/2015
X NPHS/Faculty Dining Room
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $62
u Gold Card Fee: $31
X ED24F - Saturday, 10/3/2015-11/21/2015
(7 Sessions)
X No Class: 10/10/2015
X NPHS/K32
u 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
X Fee: $58
u Gold Card Fee: $29
In this course, taught by a native speaker, you
will learn essential Italian words and phrases
to guide you in various situations you will
encounter as a tourist. From simple introductions and greetings to expressions for dining
out, tipping basics, asking directions, socializing and more. You will learn easy-to-use
phonetics that will help you speak like
a native. Get a taste of Italy,with exposure
to history, culture and, of course, personal
anecdotes! A $20 materials fee will be payable
to the instructor the first day of class.
INSTRUCTOR: FRANCESCA CALABRETTA
X ED19W - Saturday, 1/9/2016-2/6/2016 (4 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/16/2016
X NPHS/K32
u 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
X Fee: $52
u Gold Card Fee: $26
(6 Sessions)
UKULELE BASICS FOR KIDS AND
YOU’RE ON THE AIR…HOW TO REALLY
ADULTS – W
MAKE IT IN VOICE-OVERS
Hey Soul Sister, did you ever want to play
the ukulele? Bring your uke and Tiptoe
through the Tulips with us! Previous musical
experience helpful but not necessary.
INSTRUCTOR: THOMAS HUNT
X ED12W - Saturday, 1/9/2016-2/6/2016 (4 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/16/2016
X NPHS/K26
u 11:30 AM-12:15 PM
X Fee: $40
u Gold Card Fee: $20
MANDOLIN BASICS – W – NEW
This class will cover the fundamental skills
needed to begin playing the mandolin.
Have fun learning songs, riffs, chords and
the online resources available to help your
playing. So bring your mandolin and let’s jam!
INSTRUCTOR: THOMAS HUNT
X ED16W - Saturday, 1/9/2016-2/6/2016 (4 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/16/2016
X NPHS/K26
u 12:45 PM-1:45 PM
X Fee: $40
u Gold Card Fee: $20
You could actually begin using your speaking
voice for commercials, films and videos! Most
people go about it the wrong way. We will
show you a unique, outside the box way to
cash in on one of the most lucrative full or
part-time careers out there! This is a business
you can handle on your own terms, on your
own turf, in your own time and with practically
no overhead! And NOW is the best time to
make this happen as new companies are
looking for new voices like never before.
This exciting and fun class could be the game
changer you’ve been looking for!
INSTRUCTOR: GUY ARLEDGE, SUCH A VOICE
X ED21F - Tuesday, 11/17/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K129 u 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
On-Line Registration at
www.northpenncep.org
N O R T H P E N N C O M M U N I T Y E D U C AT I O N P R O G R A M FA L L 2 0 1 5
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CANINE TRAINING
COMPUTERS
COURSES ARE HELD AT:
Molly’s Country Kennels
2205 Wentz Church Road, Lansdale, PA 19446
DOG AGILITY TRAINING
Agility is a sport for dogs, which involves
a series of obstacles through which you and
your dog must navigate. Activities include
jumps, racing through tunnels, walking
the “teeter” and climbing and descending
the A-frame. Class size is limited to six pairs
of dogs and owners. INSTRUCTOR: ROSALIE COULTER,
MOLLYS RUN COUNTRY KENNELS
X LR16F - Sunday, 10/4/2015-11/8/2015 (6 Sessions)
u 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
X Fee: $199 (Gold Card Not Honored)
CANINE GOOD CITIZEN AND THERAPY DOG
TRAINING
–
This class is for those who want to obtain
the AKC Canine Good Citizen title for their
dogs and also to certify their dogs with TDI:
Therapy Dogs International. A maximum
of 6 dogs and handlers will learn the skills
needed to pass both tests, which will be given
at the final class. Prerequisite: Level I Obedience Training (puppy kindergarten is not
sufficient). INSTRUCTOR: ROSALIE COULTER, MOLLYS RUN
COUNTRY KENNELS
X LR18F - Wednesday, 9/30/2015-11/4/2015
(6 Sessions)
X 8:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $199 (Gold Card Not Honored)
DOG OBEDIENCE TRAINING
BASIC MICROSOFT ® WORD 2010
–
Learn to make your dog a better companion
through the teaching of behavior-oriented
exercises. Dogs will learn to sit, lie down, stay,
stand, heel (walk by your side without pulling), come when they are called and remain
in control when approached and touched by
a stranger. Motivation is stressed, correction
or punishment is de-emphasized. Minimum
age of dog is eight weeks. Class size limited
to 6 dogs. INSTRUCTOR: ROSALIE COULTER, MOLLYS RUN
COUNTRY KENNELS
X LR17F.1 - Wednesday, 9/30/2015-11/4/2015
(6 Sessions)
X 6:45 PM-7:45 PM
X Fee: $199 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X LR17F.3 - Saturday, 10/3/2015-11/7/2015
(6 Sessions)
Gain basic understanding of Microsoft Word.
Learn how to navigate the Ribbon. Learn how
the many commands operate. Learn how
to format documents for different purposes
through in-class exercises. Topics covered will
be text and paragraph formatting, page formatting, bullets and numbered lists, headers
and footers and tables. INSTRUCTOR: KAREN KELLY
X CP11F - Tuesday, 9/29/2015-10/27/2015
(5 Sessions)
X NPHS/K26
u 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $69 (Gold Card Not Honored)
ADVANCED MICROSOFT ® WORD 2010
Quick review of the Ribbon commands and
tools. Learn to work with built-in styles,
create multi-level lists and insert and format
text boxes, shapes and objects. Learn to work
with columns, create mail merges and forms.
This course is a hands-on class working with
different commands during the class exercises.
INSTRUCTOR: KAREN KELLY
X 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
X Fee: $199 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X CP14F - Tuesday, 11/10/2015-12/15/2015
X LR10W - Wednesday, 1/13/2016-2/17/2016
X NPHS/K26
u 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $77 (Gold Card Not Honored)
(6 Sessions)
X 6:45 PM-7:45 PM
X Fee: $199 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X LR15W - Saturday, 1/16/2016-2/20/2016
(6 Sessions)
X 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
X Fee: $199
(Gold Card
Not Honored)
X LR11W - Wednesday, 1/13/2016-2/17/2016
(6 Sessions)
(6 Sessions)
GOOGLE APPS – W
Learn the secrets of Google Drive’s powerful
suite of tools. In this course, we will cover
how to use Gmail and manage schedules in
the Calendar App. This class will also
show real-time collaboration using
the documents, spreadsheets,
Presentation and Form Apps.
INSTRUCTOR: KAREN KELLY
X 8:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $199 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X CP16W - Tuesday, 1/12/2016-2/9/2016
(5 Sessions)
X NPHS/K26 u 6:00 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $62 (Gold Card Not Honored)
PHOTOGRAPHY
USING AN EXTERNAL FLASH FOR BETTER
FLASH PHOTOS
This three-week course is designed to help
the photographer improve his/her flash
photos by using an external flash. The student
must have a DSLR camera and an external
flash. Other cameras are acceptable as long
as they accept an external flash (e.g. Canon G
series cameras or Nikon’s equivalent models).
The student will receive assignments after
each class to be reviewed during the next
class. INSTRUCTOR: LOU LIGUORI
X PH13F - Monday, 9/21/2015-10/5/2015 (3 Sessions)
X NPHS/K125 u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $46
u Gold Card Fee: $23
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NPSD
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY-INTRODUCTION
This introductory course to photography,
designed especially for digital camera users,
teaches you to use the camera as a creative
tool by using different camera modes for
people, landscapes, sports, flowers, etc.
Course includes a night photography field
trip on December 2, 2015 and a Saturday
field trip to Valley Forge National Park on
November 21, 2015. INSTRUCTOR: LOU LIGUORI
X PH10F - Wednesday, 11/4/2015-12/9/2015
(4 Sessions + 2 Field Trips)
X No Class: 11/25/2015
X NPHS/K125 u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $62
u Gold Card Fee: $31
FA L L 2 0 1 5 N O R T H P E N N C O M M U N I T Y E D U C AT I O N P R O G R A M
Gold Card
Club
Gold Card Club Residents of the North Penn School
District who are at least 60 years of age may become
members of the Gold Card Club. Members may participate in one course in Spring, Fall and Winter terms
at the Gold Card rate. Some programs do not qualify
for Gold Card discounts, so please check the program
description. Your Gold Card may also be used for free
admission to athletic events (except play-off games)
sponsored by the school district. Admission for one
free showing per play.
Interested persons should come to the Office
of School & Community Engagement at 401 East
Hancock St., Lansdale, PA to apply for their Gold
Card during the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday
through Friday. A current driver’s license/ID card is
required to verify your mailing address. Gold Card
Registrations are not accepted online. Mail-in only.
COMPUTERS
(CONTINUED)
PLANETARIUM
IPAD BEGINNER BASICS
Although this is a class for beginners, you will
cover lots of material at a brisk pace. Some
of the topics covered include setting up your
iPad with mail, the App Store, Wifi connections, as well as all preloaded apps including
the camera, Face Time, Safari and more. The
second session will include shortcuts, tricks
and tips, suggested apps and time to address
your questions! Participants will need to supply
their own fully-charged iPads, and remember,
not all tablets are the same. This class is specific
to the iPad. INSTRUCTOR: BRETT BAKER
X CP13F - Monday, 10/12/2015-10/19/2015
(2 Sessions)
X Bridle Path/Room 101 u 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $43 (Gold Card Not Honored)
All programs available for adults
and children ages 5 and up. Children
ages 5-12 must be accompanied
by an adult. These guidelines do
not indicate age appropriateness
of the program. All programs are
held in the North Penn High School
Planetarium, Room C25. Telescope
viewing and stargazing follows each
program, weather permitting.
IPAD II – KICKING IT UP A NOTCH! – NEW
This is not a beginner class. We will explore
the App. Store, create bookmarks and reading
lists. Using the app, Evernote, we will learn
how to collect and store documents. We will
work in iBooks and access the iBooks Store.
We will also spend time with the most recent
tips and tricks. Bring a fully charged iPad to
class. INSTRUCTOR: BRETT BAKER
X CP16F - Monday, 11/9/2015-11/16/2015
(2 Sessions)
X Bridle Path/Room 101 u 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $43 (Gold Card Not Honored)
SAVE 5% AT IN-PERSON
REGISTRATION
u
Tuesday,
September 15
p.m.
u
Educational Services Center
u
5-8
401 East Hancock St. Lansdale, PA 19446
A 5% discount will be given for registrations on this
night only. Register On-Line at www.northpenncep.org
and enter the code ONLINE5 during 5 pm to 8 pm
to receive the same discount! Please note: Forms
should be completed and brought with payment to
in-person registration. Registrations can be mailed
in at any time but the 5% discount is not accepted
on mail-in registrations.
TELESCOPE 101
Please Note: You can enter through the
NPHS Main Doors or Door C3 to walk to
the Planetarium.
THE WONDERS OF THE FALL SKY
Come join us at the North Penn Planetarium
for an evening of discovering wonders of
the night sky. Through a short program and
discussion we will tour our current fall sky
learning of all the secrets that it holds.
X SK10F.1–SK10F.2 - Monday, 10/19/2015
Have a telescope sitting in the corner getting
dusty? Thinking of getting into stargazing,
but are baffled by all of the choices of telescopes out there. Join us in the Planetarium
for a night of learning about how telescopes
work and the things you need to know if you
are looking to buy one. Bring your telescope
with you and you will learn how to calibrate
it and use it effectively to look at the stars.
Weather permitting we will use our telescopes
to view some celestial objects.
X SK20F.1–SK20F.2 - Monday, 9/21/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/C25
u 7:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fees: Adults $8; Students $6
X Gold Card Fee: Free But Must Register
SOLAR SYSTEM
ALL CLASSES INSTRUCTED BY NPHS
INSTRUCTOR JAMES BAUMAN.
–
Our very own spaceship is getting an upgrade.
Come take a ride with us as we explore our
solar system and unravel its secrets!
X SK15F.1–SK15F.2 - Monday, 11/16/2015
(1 Session)
X NPHS/C25
u 7:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fees: Adults $8; Students $6
X Gold Card Fee: Free But Must Register
X SK12W.1–SK12W.2 - Monday, 2/22/2016
(1 Session)
X NPHS/C25
u 7:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fees: Adults $8; Students $6
X Gold Card Fee: Free But Must Register
(1 Session)
X NPHS/C25
u 7:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fees: Adults $8; Students $6
X Gold Card Fee: Free But Must Register
THE WONDERS OF THE WINTER SKY
Come join us at the North Penn Planetarium
for an evening of discovering wonders of
the night sky. Through a short program and
discussion we will tour our current night sky
learning of all the secrets that it holds.
X SK13F.1–SK13F.2 - Monday, 12/14/2015
(1 Session)
X NPHS/C25
u 7:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fees: Adults $8; Students $6
X Gold Card Fee: Free But Must Register
NAVIGATING WITH THE STARS – W
How did ancient sailors sail across the oceans
without the use of a GPS unit and radar? By using the stars of course! Come learn how the stars
can help us find our way as we travel on Earth.
X SK10W.1–SK10W.2 - Monday, 1/25/2016
(1 Session)
X NPHS/C25
u 7:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fees: Adults $8; Students $6
X Gold Card Fee: Free But Must Register
On-Line Registration at
www.northpenncep.org
N O R T H P E N N C O M M U N I T Y E D U C AT I O N P R O G R A M FA L L 2 0 1 5
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ARTS, CRAFTS & MORE
Art Alliance Classes are offered in partnership with
the North Penn Community Education Program.
The Gold Card Fee is not honored for any of the NPAA classes.
MOSAICS (AGES 15 AND UP)
Mosaics are about using smaller pieces of
materials such as tiles or stones, to create
a larger image. You will create their own
mosaic, whether it is a functional or decorative
piece and will be involved with entire process
which covers design, vocabulary and materials/tools. You will have the opportunity to
be assisted individually with developing your
project throughout the four week session.
For all skill levels. A $35 supply fee payable
to instructor the first night of class.
INSTRUCTOR: MAIRIN EGGE, NP ART ALLIANCE
X AR29F - Monday, 9/28/2015-10/19/2015
(4 Sessions)
X NPHS/J12
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $59 (Gold Card Not Honored)
OIL AND ACRYLIC FOR TEENS AND ADULTS
COLLAGE WORKSHOP (AGES 12 - ADULT)
Beginning and skilled artists will learn basic oil
painting techniques, color theory, composition
and rules of perspective. Parents are required
to attend the first class with teens to get
information regarding materials needed.
Fee includes one canvas board.
You will learn to plan and execute
collages. Using a variety of cut and torn
papers, fabrics, small found objects, paint,
markers, etc. Create a unique work of art
suitable for framing. Vocabulary, supports,
adhesives and variety of supplies will be
discussed in the first class. Bring scissors,
pencil and paper to class. A $25 materials
fee is payable the first day of class.
INSTRUCTOR: WILLIAM LETVENKO, NP ART ALLIANCE
X AR35F - Tuesday, 9/29/2015-12/8/2015
(10 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X NPHS/J7
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $112 (Gold Card Not Honored)
PORTRAIT DRAWING – ADULT
Would you like to dabble in multiple mediums?
This class is for you. Similar to our children’s
multi media class, you will work in different
mediums, which may include pen and ink,
printmaking, paints, collage, fabric arts and
sculpture to create original art. A $40 materials
fee will be payable to the instructor the first
night of class. Please bring pencil and notepaper
to class.
INSTRUCTOR: BARBARA MOSS-BUSCHER, NP ART ALLIANCE
INSTRUCTOR: CAROLINE NIESLEY, NP ART ALLIANCE
X AR39F - Monday, 9/28/2015-12/7/2015
X AR37F - Tuesday, 9/29/2015-12/8/2015
(10 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/2/2015
X NPHS/J18
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $112 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X NPHS/J6
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $112 (Gold Card Not Honored)
(10 Sessions)
INSTRUCTOR: JULIANNA LANGE, NP ART ALLIANCE
X AR21F - Tuesday, 10/13/2015-12/8/2015
(8 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X NPHS/J6-J12 u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $112 (Gold Card Not Honored)
On-Line Registration at
www.northpenncep.org
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(4 Sessions)
OIL/ACRYLIC PAINTING FOR
CHILDREN AGE 10–ADULT
Beginning and skilled artists will learn basic oil
painting techniques, color theory, composition
and rules of perspective. Parents are required
to attend the first class with school-aged children
to get information regarding materials
needed. Fee includes one canvas board.
INSTRUCTOR: WILLIAM LETVENKO, NP ART ALLIANCE
X AR20F - Saturday, 10/3/2015-12/12/2015
(10 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/28/2015
X NPHS/J7
u 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
X Fee: $112 (Gold Card Not Honored)
SAVE 5% AT IN-PERSON
REGISTRATION
See page 16 for details!
CERAMICS – ADULT
Intro into handbuilding: pinch, coil and slab
methods. Explore new techniques with both
red clay which is native to our area and white
clay. Open studio for advanced students.
Basic potter’s wheel available for experienced
students. All levels welcome. A $45 materials
fee which includes firing time is payable to
instructor the first night of class. Registration
must be in by 9/15/2015 to allow for ordering
of supplies.
X AR25F - Saturday, 10/10/2015-10/31/2015
X NPHS/J12
u 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
X Fee: $59 (Gold Card Not Honored)
For those who always wanted to capture
a likeness, regardless of previous drawing
experience, this class is for you. You will
draw a self-portrait, make a master copy
and draw from a live model. A wide variety
of drawing methods and mediums will be
demonstrated, including pencil, prisma color
pencils, conte crayon and charcoal. Sketching,
line, value and comparative measuring along
with drawing fundamentals will be discussed.
Supply list will be given in the first class.
A $20 model fee is payable to the instructor
the first night of class.
ADULT MULTI MEDIA – NEW
INSTRUCTOR: BARBARA MOSS-BUSCHER, NP ART ALLIANCE
N O R T H P E N N H O L I D AY C R A F T FA I R
Saturday, November 21, 2015 • 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
This outstanding
show of traditional
and contemporary
work with 95 craft
artists features
pottery, jewelry,
woodcarving,
tin ware, baskets,
folk art, furniture,
ceramics, calligraphy,
dolls and more.
FA L L 2 0 1 5 N O R T H P E N N C O M M U N I T Y E D U C AT I O N P R O G R A M
North Penn High School
1340 Valley Forge Road Lansdale, PA
Present this coupon at the admission gate for
a $1 admission discount off the $5 individual admission price.
• One coupon per adult
• Children 12 and under are free (no strollers)
• Lunch is available for purchase and parking is free.
• Sponsored by the North Penn International Friendship Committee.
• Proceeds benefit the North Penn High School
International Youth Exchange Program.
ARTS, CRAFTS & MORE
(CONTINUED)
CRAFT CLASSES FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Use square 2 hole Checkmate beads combined
with super duo beads to create a beautiful
bracelet. An intermediate skill level is required.
A materials fee of $35 is payable to the instructor.
CLASSES WILL BE HELD AT: HAGUE’S CHRISTMAS TREES
755 FORTY FOOT ROAD, HATFIELD, PA 19440
Go to www.hagueschristmastrees.com to see samples of
the projects. Instructions will be given on materials and hardware
used for each project along with a demonstration of the technique.
Bring hand pruners and garden gloves to class.
INSTRUCTOR: JUDI CLYMAN
EVERGREEN WREATH OR
TABLE-TOP CHRISTMAS TREE
A PINE CONE WREATH
ARRANGEMENT OR HOLIDAY
Create a 24" diameter evergreen OR an
18" pine cone wreath, both with bow and
decorations. Bow making will be taught
and practiced. Bring needle nose pliers,
wire cutters and glue gun with sticks.
A materials fee of $17 will be payable
to the instructor the night of class.
INSTRUCTOR: GARY HAGUE
X AR28F - Tuesday, 12/1/2015 (1 Session)
X 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
EVERGREEN WREATH DECORATING FOR
CHILD AND PARENT
Children age 9 and older with a parent
or another adult may enjoy decorating
a fresh evergreen fir wreath to adorn your
door during the holidays. You may choose
from a variety of ribbons for your bow
and many decorations including cones,
picks and ornaments. Bring needle-nose
pliers and wire cutters. Material fee will be
based on the size wreath you choose and
the decorations will be on an a` la caret
basis, payable to the instructor. Average
materials fee for a 24" wreath can range
from $29 to $34. INSTRUCTOR: GARY HAGUE
X AR26F - Monday, 12/7/2015 (1 Session)
X 6:15 PM-7:45 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
CZECHMATE SUPER DUO CUFF BRACELET
– NEW
X AR38F - Monday, 10/12/2015 (1 Session)
X Childworks Inc., 1574 Sumneytown Pike,
Kulpsville, PA u 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
PATTERN SUPER DUO CUFF BRACELET
– NEW
CENTERPIECE
Choose to create a table-top
Christmas tree arrangement (18"x10")
using an Oasis bowl, greens, bow and
decorations OR a centerpiece in an Oasis
bowl using a candle, greens, cones,
winterberry and other decorations.
Instructions will be given on materials
to be used, with demonstration of
the technique. Bring hand pruners (garden
gloves optional). A material fee of $17 for
the table top tree or $13 for the holiday
centerpiece will be payable to the instructor the night of class. INSTRUCTOR: GARY HAGUE
X AR11F - Tuesday, 12/8/2015 (1 Session)
X 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
MAKE A LOG ARRANGEMENT BOX
Create an arrangement in a log box
using greens, cones, winterberry, bow and
other extras to decorate the arrangement.
Bow making will be taught and practiced.
A materials fee of $17 will be payable to
the instructor the night of class.
INSTRUCTOR: GARY HAGUE
Follow a pattern combing two holed Czechmate
and super duo beads to complete a bracelet.
An intermediate skill level is required. A materials
fee of $35 is payable to the instructor.
INSTRUCTOR: JUDI CLYMAN
X AR40F - Tuesday, 10/20/2015 (1 Session)
X Childworks Inc., 1574 Sumneytown Pike,
Kulpsville, PA u 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
HAND BLOWN GLASS ORNAMENTS
Make ten beautiful hand blown glass ornaments
for the holidays. Using a hot head torch, you
will learn to heat the glass and the blow to
create shape. No prior experience is needed.
Please bring a box and package wrapping
material. A $45 materials fee will be payable
to the instructor the night of class. Limited
enrollment. INSTRUCTOR: LEANNE PURKIS
X AR15F.1 - Thursday, 10/8/2015-10/15/2015
(2 Sessions)
X NPHS/K224 u 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $42 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X AR15F.2 - Monday, 10/19/2015-10/26/2015
(2 Sessions)
X AR12F - Tuesday, 12/15/2015 (1 Session)
X 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X NPHS/K224 u 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $42 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X AR15F.3 - Tuesday, 12/15/2015-12/22/2015
(2 Sessions)
X NPHS/K224 u 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $42 (Gold Card Not Honored)
PEYOTE SUPER DUO BRACELET – NEW
ROSE MONTEE BRACELET – W – NEW
INSTRUCTOR: JUDI CLYMAN
Learn an easy two needle technique to create
this blingy bracelet using glass pearls with rose
montee embellishment. A materials fee of $25
is payable to the instructor. INSTRUCTOR: JUDI CLYMAN
X AR31F - Tuesday, 10/6/2015 (1 Session)
X Childworks Inc., 1574 Sumneytown Pike,
Kulpsville, PA u 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X AR15W - Tuesday, 1/19/2016 (1 Session)
X Childworks Inc., 1574 Sumneytown Pike,
Kulpsville, PA u 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
Use a simple peyote stitch to make a bracelet
with two holed super duo beads. A materials
fee of $30 is payable to the instructor.
BEADED SNOWFLAKE EARRINGS – NEW
BEADED ORNAMENT – NEW
Complete a Snowflake Earring set using super
duo two holed beads. A materials fee of $20 is
payable to the instructor. INSTRUCTOR: JUDI CLYMAN
Create a beautiful beaded drape to fit over
a Christmas ball. A materials fee of $20 is
payable to the instructor. INSTRUCTOR: JUDI CLYMAN
X AR44F - Tuesday, 11/17/2015 (1 Session)
X Childworks Inc, 1574 Sumneytown Pike,
Kulpsville, PA u 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
X AR44F - Tuesday, 12/1/2015 (1 Session)
X Childworks Inc, 1574 Sumneytown Pike,
Kulpsville, PA u 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
INTRODUCTION TO FUSED GLASS
Learn several techniques used in glass fusing
and slumping (kiln formed glass). You will
have the opportunity to make several projects
such as cabochons, a small plate and a candle
dish. Learn techniques including forced bubbles,
dichroic glass, creating a basketweave pattern.
Have fun while we explore all that warm glass
has to offer in this class. A materials fee of
$80 will be payable to the instructor the night
of class. INSTRUCTOR: LEANNE PURKIS
X AR14F - Monday, 11/9/2015-12/7/2015 (5 Sessions)
X NPHS/K224 u 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $56 (Gold Card Not Honored)
On-Line Registration at
www.northpenncep.org
N O R T H P E N N C O M M U N I T Y E D U C AT I O N P R O G R A M FA L L 2 0 1 5
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AQUATICS
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION
Tuesday, September 8, 2015 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM in the Pool Lobby.
How to Join the Pool
Membership is required of all participants
(residents and non-residents) age five and above.
Memberships are good for one year (from September through July) and are not transferable. The
membership entitles each person to three free
admissions to either the Tuesday, Thursday or
Friday night recreational or fitness swims. There
will be no refunds, only one-year credits for
withdrawal from class. Withdrawal from class
must be before the first day of the class. There
will be no credits given after the class starts.
MEMBERSHIP FEES:
u $23 resident, $28 non-resident
u $48 resident family, $57 non-resident family
u Gold Card Fee: Free to residents
Memberships are good from September to July.
SEASON PASS: Season pass fee (for adults only)
is $130 and entitles swimmers to use the facility
for all recreational and fitness swims September
through July. Season pass holders must be members of the aquatics program.
MEDICAL CARDS: Cards must be completed and
returned to the pool office before participating
in any of the programs. A parent or guardian
may complete children’s medical cards. Medical
cards may be obtained at the North Penn High
School Pool (1340 Valley Forge Rd., Lansdale, PA)
or online at www.northpenncep.org or
www.npenn.org/aquatics.
MAIL AQUATICS REGISTRATIONS TO:
North Penn Community Aquatic Program
c/o North Penn High School
Attention: Rhonda Diliberto, Aquatics Director
1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA 19446.
Learn-to-Swim
Please note - The program of instruction will be taught by experienced instructors with
a teacher-student ratio of approximately 1 to 5. Classes will not run with fewer than
three students. Participants must be members of the Community Aquatic Program.
Former participants should bring a copy of their last progress sheet to the first class.
Gold card will be honored for membership only.
No googles for children in Pre-beginner, Beginner and Beginner I levels.
LEARN-TO-SWIM: SATURDAY
Children must be attending kindergarten
or older, and be at least 45 inches tall to
attend these swim lessons.
X Saturday, 9/12/2015-11/7/2015 (8 Sessions)
X No Class: 10/24/2015 u NPHS/Pool
X Fee: $61 plus annual membership fee
X Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 9/21/2015-
X AQ10F
X 9:00 AM-9:45 AM
X AQ11F
X 9:50 AM-10:35 AM
Pre-Beginner
Beginner
Beginner I
Beginner II
Adv. Beginner
Intermediate
Pre-Beginner
Beginner
Beginner I
Beginner II
Adv. Beginner
Intermediate II
X AQ12F
X 10:40 AM-11:25 AM
Pre-beginner
Beginner
Beginner I
Beginner II
LEARN-TO-SWIM: TUESDAY/THURSDAY
X AQ23F - Tuesday/Thursday, 10/15/2015-
11/12/2015 (8 Sessions)
X No Class: 10/22/2015
X NPHS/Pool
u 5:00 PM-5:45 PM
X Fee: $61 plus annual membership
Level Requirements
Pre-beginner:
u
rhythmical bobbing & exhaling
u
back & prone float plus
turn (unassisted)
u
flutter kick – back & prone
(20’ with kick board)
Beginner:
u
prone glide & kick
u
back glide & kick
u
over armstroke breathing
to side
u
change of direction
Beginner I:
u
prone glide & kick (25’)
u
sit dive; over armstroke (50’)
u
bilateral breathing pattern
Beginner II:
u
standing dive; overarm stroke
(50 yds.)
u
bilateral breathing pattern
u
backstroke (30’)
Adv. Beginner:
u
continued skill development
u
elementary backstroke
Intermediate I:
u
continued skill development
u
sidestroke
Intermediate II:
u
continued skill development
u
breaststroke
Swimmer and
Advanced Swimmer:
u
continued skill development
u
endurance
Stroke Improvement:
u
must complete Advanced
Swimmer
u
designed for non-competitive
swimmers
u
further improve strokes
with endurance
u
work toward lifeguarding
course
10
10/9/2015 (8 Sessions)
X No Class: 9/23/2015
u NPHS/Pool
X Fee: $61 plus annual membership fee
X AQ13F
X 4:10 PM-4:55 PM
X AQ14F
X 5:00 PM-5:45 PM
Pre-beginner
Beginner
Beginner I
Beginner II
Pre-beginner
Beginner
Beginner I
Beginner II
Adv. Beginner
Intermediate I & II
Swimmer, Adv. Swimmer
Adv. Beginner
Swim/Adv. Swim
Stroke Improvement
Pre-Beginner, Beginner, Beginner I, Beginner II
Skills listed must be mastered
before advancement to next level.
LEARN-TO-SWIM: MWF
Children must be 5 years old or older
and be at least 45 inches tall to attend
these swim lessons.
PARENT AND CHILD SWIMMING
INSTRUCTION
This program is for children age two to five
who have not yet entered first grade and
will help prepare your child for our Learn-toSwim group lessons. The program is designed
to help children learn to relax in the water,
to have fun and to introduce basic swimming skills of floating and kicking. Games,
stunts and safety skills are taught to help
develop water adjustment and confidence.
A teacher from the deck will direct parents
in the water to lead their children through
various skills and aquatic games. Parents
must be members of the Community Aquatic
Program. Swim diapers must be worn in the
pool instead of regular, disposable diapers.
FIVE-YEAR-OLD LEARN TO SWIM
This course is designed specifically for
water-adjusted children but do not meet
the basic height requirements of the
regular Learn-to-Swim program. The basic
objective of this class is to prepare the
youngsters for group lessons and to teach
pre-beginner skills of floating, kicking and
breathing. Teacher-student ratio will be
1 to 2. LIMITED ENROLLMENT.
INSTRUCTOR: NP INSTRUCTORS
X AQ16F - Tuesday/Thursday, 10/15/2015-
11/12/2015 (8 Sessions)
X No Class: 10/22/2015
X NPHS/Pool
u 4:30 PM-5:00 PM
X Fee: $61 plus annual memebership
INSTRUCTOR: NP INSTRUCTORS
X AQ15F - Tuesday/Thursday, 10/15/2015-
11/12/2015 (8 Sessions)
X No Class: 10/22/2015
X NPHS/Pool
u 4:30 PM-5:00 PM
X Fee: $61 plus annual memebership
FA L L 2 0 1 5 N O R T H P E N N C O M M U N I T Y E D U C AT I O N P R O G R A M
www.npenn.org/aquatics
AQUATICS REGISTRATION REMINDERS
• Please visit www.npenn.org/aquatics for information on our Adult Lap & Fitness Swims and our Friday Night Family Swims.
• Mail aquatics registrations to: North Penn Community Aquatic Program; c/o North Penn High School, attn: Rhonda Diliberto, Aquatic Director,
1340 Valley Forge Road; Lansdale, PA 19446 • Gold Card Honored for Membership Only.
WATER AEROBICS
ADULT LAP AND FITNESS
Fun and fitness through water exercise.
Ability to swim is not necessary. (Exercises
performed in 3.5-4 feet of water). Class
includes warm-up, progressive aerobic
exercises, resistive exercises to music and
cool-down. INSTRUCTOR: NP INSTRUCTORS
Lifeguard Training
Participants must be members of the Community
Aquatic Program. This swim is open to the
public and will be held each week, except on
days when the school is closed for vacation, or
emergency school closing. No pre-registration
is necessary. Participants must be older than
15 years of age. Fitness swimming lanes will
be provided for members and all members will
be asked to circle swim when more than two
swimmers are in a lane. Multiple programs
will be running concurrently. A membership
entitles each person to three free admissions.
X AQ19F - Wednesday, 9/16/2015-11/18/2015
(9 Sessions)
X No Class: 9/23/2015
X NPHS/Pool
u 7:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $67 plus annual membership
S P R I N G A N D S U MME R 2 0 1 6
Call 215-368-3340 for more information.
Registration begins in January 2016.
X Beginning Tuesday, 9/15/2015
X Tues., 8 PM-9:30 PM; Thurs., 8 PM-9:30 PM;
Participants must be 15 years old before
the last scheduled class session. Sessions
fill quickly and enrollment is limited.
Please visit www.npenn.org/aquatics for
more information on this course.
Fri., 7:30 PM-9:30 PM
X Pool closed: 10/23, 11/13, 11/26, 11/27,
12/24/2015-1/1/2016
X Daily Fee: Adult members $5, Guest $6
North Penn Community
Water Polo
North Penn
Aquatic Club
GRADES 6-8
ADULT SWIM IMPROVEMENT
U S A S W I MMI N G /C OMP E T IT IVE
A G E G R O U P S WIMMIN G
A N D D I V I N G TE A MS
Designed for adults interested in learning
how to swim or improve their swimming skills.
Class will be held dependent upon number
or registrations. Fee plus membership fee.
X In-District Registration: 9/2/2015, from
6 PM-8 PM in NPHS Pool Lobby
INSTRUCTOR: NP INSTRUCTORS
X AQ17F - Tuesday, 9/22/2015-11/10/2015
X Out-of-District Registration: 9/3/2015,
X Registration: 9/15/2015 from 8-9 PM in
(8 Sessions)
from 6 PM-8 PM in NPHS Pool Lobby
the NPHS Pool.
X NPHS/Pool
u 8:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $67 plus annual membership
For further information, please
contact Jeff Faikish at 215-368-3340 or
faikisjd@npenn.org or visit
www.northpennaquaticclub.org.
For further information please contact
Katie Grunmeier at grunmeka@npenn.org
or Jason Grubb at grubbjt@npenn.org.
www.npenn.org/aquatics
FALL 2015/WINTER 2016 COMMUNITY AQUATIC PROGRAM ENROLLMENT FORM
For more information, please email Rhonda Diliberto at diliber@npenn.org, or call 215-368-3340 and leave a message.
Registration is accepted only when fee and medical cards are received. Registrants may assume acceptance unless otherwise notified.
$30 Returned Check Applies.
child’s first name (and last name if different)
family last name
age
date
course number and class level (refer to Level Requirements)
street
city
state
cell or home phone
zip code
e-mail
Payment may be made by cash, check or money order. Credit cards are
only accepted through on-line registration at www.northpenncep.org.
Make checks payable to North Penn Community Aquatic Program.
Send enrollment form to: North Penn Community Aquatic Program,
North Penn High School, Attention: Rhonda Diliberto, Aquatic Director,
1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA 19446.
Online registration available at www.northpenncep.org
start date of session
$
course fee
day & time
$ membership fee
$
total fee
child’s first name (and last name if different)
age
course number and class level (refer to Level Requirements)
start date of session
$
course fee
day & time
$ membership fee
$
total fee
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Just for Kids!
Art Alliance classes are offered in partnership with the North Penn Community Education Program.
BEGINNING CARTOONING (GRADES K-5)
COLLAGE WORKSHOP (AGES 12-ADULT)
Learn basic cartooning drawing and more!
Draw your own characters learning from
the cartoons you love. Learn basic shapes
to make people and animals look real,
draw funny faces and storytelling with
pictures. Using pencils and ink, you will
create a short comic of your own. Fee
includes materials.
INSTRUCTOR: CAROLINE NIESLEY, NP ART ALLIANCE
Students will learn to plan and execute
collages. Using a variety of cut and torn
papers, fabrics, small found objects, paint,
markers, etc. create a unique work of art
suitable for framing. Vocabulary, supports,
adhesives and variety of supplies will be
discussed in the first class. Bring scissors,
pencil and paper to class. A $25 materials
fee is payable the first day of class.
X KD22F - Saturday, 10/3/2015-11/21/2015
INSTRUCTOR: BARBARA MOSS-BUSCHER, NP ART ALLIANCE
(8 Sessions)
X NPHS/J6
X Fee: $107
X AR25F - Saturday, 10/10/2015-10/31/2015
u 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
ANIME/MANIA (GRADES 5-8)
Learn to draw your own
characters in the style
of popular Anime
and Manga books.
Children will explore Japanese cartoon styles making
their own concept
art. Learn to make
eyes shine, chibi and
realistic proportions and
sequential storytelling.
Using pencils, markers
and Manga pens you will
create a short Manga of
your own. Recommended
but not required at least
one prior beginners
cartoon class. Fee
includes materials.
INSTRUCTOR: CAROLINE NIESLEY,
NP ART ALLIANCE
X KD38F - Saturday, 10/3/2015-11/21/2015
(8 Sessions)
X NPHS/J6
X Fee: $107
(4 Sessions)
X NPHS/J12
u 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
X Fee: $59 (Gold Card Not Honored)
u 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
ART EXPLORATIONS: MULTIMEDIA ART I
(GRADES K-3)
Students will create artwork using a variety
of techniques and mediums which may include paints, printmaking, pastels, markers,
clay and more. Two and three dimensional
projects which may include seasonal
themes will be included. Classes are geared
to all levels. Fee includes materials costs.
INSTRUCTOR: DEBBIE CELENZA, NP ART ALLIANCE
X KD24F.1 - Saturday, 10/3/2015-11/21/2015
(8 Sessions)
X NPHS/J18
X Fee: $107
u 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
INSTRUCTOR: MAIRIN EGGE, NP ART ALLIANCE
X AR29F - Monday, 9/28/2015-10/19/2015
(4 Sessions)
X NPHS/J12
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $59 (Gold Card Not Honored)
OIL AND ACRYLIC FOR TEENS
AND ADULTS
Beginning and skilled artists will learn
basic oil painting techniques, color theory,
composition and rules of perspective.
Parent are required to attend the first
class with teens to get information
regarding materials needed. Fee includes
one canvas board.
INSTRUCTOR: WILLIAM LETVENKO, NP ART ALLIANCE
X AR35F - Tuesday, 9/29/2015-12/8/2015
X KD24F.2 - Saturday, 10/3/2015-11/21/2015
(8 Sessions)
X NPHS/J18
X Fee: $107
MOSAICS (AGES 15 AND UP)
Mosaics are about using smaller pieces of
materials such as tiles or stones, to create
a larger image. Students will create their
own mosaic, whether it is a functional or
decorative piece and will be involved with
entire process which covers design,
vocabulary and materials/tools. You
will have the opportunity to be assisted
individually with developing your project
throughout the four week session. For all
skill levels. A $35 supply fee payable to
instructor the first night of class.
u 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
(10 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/3/2015
X NPHS/J7
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $112 (Gold Card Not Honored)
ART EXPLORATIONS:
OIL/ACRYLIC PAINTING FOR CHILDREN
MULTIMEDIA ART: II (GRADES 4-7)
AGE 10-ADULT
Students will create artwork using a variety
of techniques and mediums which may
include paints, pastels, markets, clay and
more. Two and three dimensional projects
which may include seasonal themes will
be included. Classes are geared to all
levels. Fee includes materials cost.
Beginning and skilled artists will learn basic
oil painting techniques, color theory, composition and rules of perspective. Parents
are required to attend the first class with
school-aged children to get information
regarding materials needed. Fee includes
one canvas board.
INSTRUCTOR: MAIRIN EGGE, NP ART ALLIANCE
INSTRUCTOR: WILLIAM LETVENKO, NP ART ALLIANCE
X KD25F - Saturday, 10/3/2015-11/21/2015
X AR20F - Saturday, 10/3/2015-12/12/2015
(8 Sessions)
X NPHS/J12
X Fee: $107
u 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
(10 Sessions)
X No Class: 11/28/2015
X NPHS/J7
u 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
X Fee: $112 (Gold Card Not Honored)
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THEATRE & MORE!
JUST FOR KIDS: For younger children, we require that they are dropped off and
picked up from the actual classroom each week.For older children, we require
that they are walked to and from their classroom on November 21, 2015.
• All classes are taught by the staff of Theatre & Kids under the supervision of Will and Suzy Liegel.
• Students should report to the F-Pod balcony at NPHS each week.
• All classes end with a performance demo for parents.
THEATRE FOR THE VERY YOUNG
(AGES 4-GRADE 1)
Popular class for young performers to
experience a great “taste of theatre.”
Singing, dancing, pantomime, storytelling,
improvisation, projection, make-believe and
more. Three teachers move students from
music to drama to dance in 25 minute
periods divided into groups by age.
INSTRUCTOR: THEATRE AND KIDS
X KD10F - Saturday, 10/10/2015-11/21/2015
(7 Sessions)
X NPHS/F-Pod
X Fee: $57
BASIC ACTING (GRADES 5-8)
Learn the basics of improvisation, scene
develoPMent, projection, dialect, diction,
character creation and more. This class is
fast moving and more involved in scripts and
scene reading. A great way to prepare for
school audition season! No previous experience necessary! INSTRUCTOR: THEATRE AND KIDS
X KD29F - Saturday, 10/10/2015-11/21/2015
(7 Sessions)
X NPHS/F-Pod
X Fee: $57
u 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
u 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
Please be aware that some of the ingredients used
in the classes below may contain traces of peanuts,
peanut oils, tree nuts, egg or other food allergens.
COOKIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Children will explore holiday cookies from
other countries and learn about different
cultures while baking lots of sweet treats
from all over the world. A materials fee of
$25 is payable to the instructor.
INSTRUCTOR: KITCHEN WIZARDS, KATHY’S JUST DESSERTS
X KD18F - (Ages 4-7) - Saturday, 11/7/2015-
11/21/2015 (3 Sessions)
X NPHS/F131
u 9:30 AM-11:00 AM
X Fee: $41
X KD19F - (Ages 8-13) - Saturday, 11/7/2015-
11/21/2015 (3 Sessions)
u 11:30 AM-1:00 PM
X NPHS/F131
X Fee: $41
LUNCH BUNCH FOR KIDS (AGES 8 TO 13)
If your kids are crazy for cooking, they’ll love
learning to cook with Kathy Wolper of Kathy’s
Just Desserts. Kathy will choose some easy recipes for the kids to try. What fun! An $8 materials
fee is payable to the instructor for each class.
INSTRUCTOR: KITCHEN WIZARDS, KATHY’S JUST DESSERTS
BREAKFAST FOODS
EVERGREEN WREATH DECORATING FOR
CHILD AND PARENT
Children age 9 and older with a parent or
another adult may enjoy decorating a fresh
evergreen fir wreath to adorn your door
during the holidays. You may choose from
a variety of ribbons for your bow and many
decorations including cones, picks and
ornaments. Bring needle-nose pliers and
wire cutters. Material fee will be based on
the size wreath you choose and the decorations will be on an a` la caret basis, payable
to the instructor. Average materials fee for
a 24” wreath can range from $29 to $34.
INSTRUCTOR: GARY HAGUE
X AR26F - Monday, 12/7/2015 (1 Session)
X Hague’s Christmas Trees, 755 Forty Foot Road,
Hatfield, PA 19440
u 6:15 PM-7:45 PM
X Fee: $26 (Gold Card Not Honored)
PONY CLUB FOR CHILDREN (AGES 4-11)
For your pony loving child, this course will
help them learn as much as possible before
starting riding lessons. They will do horse
crafts, feed and groom the ponies, play
interactive horse games and more! Each
week, children will ride or drive for a short
period to introduce them to the basics.
For more information visit
www.penelopeponyparty.com.
X KD33F - Saturday, 10/10/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/F131
u 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
X Fee: $26
INSTRUCTOR: DONNA BEERS
PASTA MANIA
X KD27F - Monday, 9/14/2015-10/19/2015
X KD37F - Saturday, 10/17/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/F131
u 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
X Fee: $26
CHICKEN FINGERS WITH HOMEMADE
APPLESAUCE
X KD27F - Saturday, 10/24/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/F131
u 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
X Fee: $26
Just for Kids!
MINI MUSICAL PRODUCTION
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MINI MUSICAL (GRADES 2-6)
The classic Russian tale, including goofy
hunters, singing animals and a dancing wolf.
Lots of roles for all! No-stress auditions on
the first day and a performance on the final
day for parents and friends with full costumes and props. INSTRUCTOR: THEATRE AND KIDS
X KD11F.1 - Saturday, 10/10/2015-11/21/2015
(7 Sessions)
X NPHS/F-Pod
X Fee: $57
u 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
X KD11F - Saturday, 10/10/2015-11/21/2015
(7 Sessions)
X NPHS/F-Pod
X Fee: $57
u 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY CLINIC (GRADES 1-6)
The fall field hockey developmental/
instructional program will provide a great
opportunity for beginners and intermediate
field hockey players to learn or improve
the basic skills and rules of the game. No
experience necessary. There will be two
divisions (grades 1-3 and grades 4-6).
The program will run for six weeks and
each session will be two hours. The first
hour will be skills and drills and the second
hour will be play and strategy. The players
will be coached by North Penn High School
coaches and players. A T-Shirt will be
provided to each participant. EQUIPMENT:
All players will need a field hockey stick,
shin guards, navy socks and white socks
(to be worn over shin guards) and a mouth
guard. Goggles are optional but encouraged.
Please bring a marked water bottle.
INSTRUCTOR: SHANNON MCCRACKEN
(6 Sessions)
X Everything Little Farm, 223 Scott Road,
Bedminster, PA 18944 u 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
X Fee: $150
On-Line Registration at
www.northpenncep.org
X KD45F - Saturday, 9/12/2015-10/17/2015
(6 Sessions)
X NPHS/Turf Field
X Fee: $90
u 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
More Kids Classes
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Just for Kids!
GUITAR BASICS FOR KIDS (AGES 4-18)
Enrich your life with music! This class will
cover the fundamental skills needed to begin
playing the guitar. Have fun learning songs,
riffs, chords and the online resources available
to help your playing. So bring your guitar and
let’s jam! INSTRUCTOR: THOMAS HUNT
X KD28F - Wednesday, 9/30/2015-11/18/2015
(8 Sessions)
X NPHS/K26
X Fee: $50
u 6:00 PM-7:00 PM
MUSIC!
GUITAR REFRESHER FOR KIDS
(AGES 4-18) – W
This class is designed for students who have
taken a previous guitar class with us. If you
have gotten rusty or if you got too busy to
practice, here’s another chance! This class will
be a review of the material covered in our
Guitar Basics class. Don’t give up; get a new
start on your goal! INSTRUCTOR: THOMAS HUNT
X KD29W - Saturday, 1/9/2016-2/6/2016 (4 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/16/2016
X NPHS/K26
u 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
X Fee: $40
UKULELE BASICS FOR KIDS
AND ADULTS – W
Hey Soul Sister, did you ever want to play
the ukulele? Bring your uke and Tiptoe
through the Tulips with us! Previous musical
experience helpful but not necessary. INSTRUCTOR: THOMAS HUNT
X ED12W - Saturday, 1/9/2016-2/6/2016 (4 Sessions)
X No Class: 1/16/2016
X NPHS/K26
u 11:30 AM-12:15 PM
X Fee: $40
u Gold Card Fee: $20
FINANCIAL SEMINARS
HOME INSPECTION
Perfect for home buyers and sellers looking to
learn how to choose a home inspector, what
a home inspection is, what items are covered,
the differences between major concerns and
maintenance items and what to do with the
information contained in the report.
HOW TO PATENT AND PROFIT
Learn almost everything you need to know
about the U.S. Patent system and protecting
your invention. Topics include determining
if an idea is patentable, developing an idea,
filing for a patent, how the system works and
leasing patent rights for royalties. INSTRUCTOR:
INSTRUCTOR: STEVE SALEMNO
ERIC LAMORTE
X FN11F - Wednesday, 10/7/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K32
u 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X FN17F - Tuesday, 11/10/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K125 u 7:00 PM-9:30 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
SELLING A HOME? TIPS, QUESTIONS
AND SUGGESTIONS
Thinking of selling but not sure how to make
your home show at its best? This class will
provide tips and suggestions on how to stage
each room of your home to make it standout
from the competition. Staged homes generally sell faster at or a higher percentage of the
asking price than those that are not staged.
Find out what you should be doing now to
get the most for your home. There will be
a question and answer period at the end of
class. INSTRUCTOR: STEVE SALEMNO
X FN12F - Wednesday, 10/21/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K32
u 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
SAVVY SOCIAL SECURITY PLANNING
What do Baby Boomers need to know to
maximize retirement income? Will Social
Security be there for you? How much can you
expect to receive? When should you apply?
How can you maximize your benefits? Learn
rules and strategies for collecting your retirement benefits. INSTRUCTOR: DONALD ALBACKER
MEDICARE 101
Come to an informational meeting hosted by
Thrivent Financial to learn more about Medicare. What is Medicare Part A and Medicare
Part B? Find out about Medicare Supplement
Insurance, Medicare Advantage and other
plans and finally learn about prescription
drug cost. INSTRUCTOR: ANTHONY SPANGLER
X FN14F.2 - Wednesday, 9/30/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K32
u 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X FN14F.1 - Tuesday, 10/27/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K32
u 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
WHAT EVERY VETERAN NEEDS TO KNOW
Our Veterans face unique challenges. Learn
the tools and knowledge, new and old, to
rebuild your civilian life. Hear about mortgage programs with 100% financing that
allows you to add in your debt; repairing
your credit, local employers who support Vets;
banking solutions; searching for a job; counseling opportunities, discounts and MORE!
INSTRUCTOR: SUZI SHEARON JANSSENS
X FN16F.1 - Thursday, 9/24/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K30
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X FN20F - Tuesday, 10/6/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K32
u 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X FN16F.2 - Tuesday, 10/13/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K30
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X FN20F.1 - Saturday, 11/7/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K32
u 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
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HOMEBUYER’S SEMINAR
–
Achieve the american dream of homeownership
by learning that you too can buy a home!
Understand how to shop for a home, the
mortgage process (all financing options
including VA loans) closing costs, credit
reporting and credit repair, tax benefits,
home inspections and realtor importance all
in one informative session!
INSTRUCTOR: SUZI SHEARON JANSSENS
X FN10F.1 - Monday, 10/5/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K32
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X FN10F.2 - Saturday, 10/17/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K30
u 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
X FN10W - Monday, 1/11/2016 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K30
u 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
PREPARING FOR LONG-TERM CARE:
A GIFT YOUR FAMILY DESERVES
When you develop a long-term care strategy
now, it can help you preserve your independenceand something more. It can give your family
the opportunity to care about you instead of for
you, if and when the times comes. Join us for this
presentation and you will learn about long-term
care and how to prepare for it - emotionally,
physically and financially. INSTRUCTOR: DAVID KRATZ,
CFG, CHFC, CLU; THOMAS MCGUIRE, CPA CEP, CLU
X FN13F - Tuesday, 10/20/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/K129 u 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
X Fee: $26
u Gold Card Fee: Free
SAVE 5% AT IN-PERSON
REGISTRATION
See page 16 for details!
On-Line Registration at
www.northpenncep.org
North Penn Community Education Program
401 E. Hancock Street
Lansdale, PA, 19446
email malleypa@npenn.org
or beigelg@npenn.org
phone 215-853-1028 or 215-853-1029
fax 215-853-1782 or 215-853-1783
www.northpenncep.org
NEW! Online registration available at www.northpenncep.org.
All classes are held at North Penn High
School (NPHS) unless otherwise noted.
Addresses can be found below:
• Classes are held at North Penn High School (unless otherwise noted).
• Registration Deadline — September 25. Late registrations accepted where space is available.
• Saturday classes begin October 3 (unless otherwise noted).
• Weekday classes begin the week of September 28 (unless otherwise noted).
• On-line registration available at www.northpenncep.org.
• Mail registration to the Community Education Program with check, charge number or money order
or FAX to 215-853-1782 with charge number.
Registration Information
• REGISTRANTS SHOULD ASSUME
ACCEPTANCE UNLESS OTHERWISE
NOTIFIED IN ALL CASES.
• For Trips and Planetarium visits with
multiple registrants, please include
a list of names with contact
information along with payment.
www.northpenncep.org.
• NO PHONE REGISTRATIONS will be
accepted.
• ENROLLMENT VERIFICATION will be
sent via email when an email address
is provided. Please print clearly.
• Gold Card Registrations are not
accepted online. Please send to
401 East Hancock Street,
Lansdale, PA 19446.
• Refunds will not be made after
the first class is held.
• There will be a $10 non-refundable
registration fee on all cancellations.
• Payment can be made by check,
money order or VISA/MASTERCARD.
Inglewood Elementary:
1313 Allentown Road, Lansdale, PA 19446
• Unless otherwise noted,
classes are intended for adults
18 years or older.
• Not designed for high school or
college credit.
• Cancellation of Classes due to
bad weather is announced on:
u www.npenn.org
u on Twitter @NPSD
u NPTV: Comcast Channel 28/
Verizon Fios Channel 29
u Radio Station: WNPV 1440 AM
u KYW Snow Number: 303
• Courses may be cancelled when enrollment is insufficient. Registrants affected
will be contacted for a full refund.
• Return checks are subject
to a $30 Return Check Fee.
Hatfield Elementary:
1701 Fairgrounds Road, Hatfield, PA 19440
In-Person Registration
Tuesday, September 15
from 5 PM–8 PM
• Online registration is available at
www.northpenncep.org.
• REGISTER EARLY to avoid
disappointment at
Bridle Path Elementary:
200 Bridle Path Road, Lansdale, PA 19446
North Penn High School:
1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA 19446
North Wales Elementary:
201 Summit Street, North Wales, PA 19454
Oak Park Elementary:
500 Squirrel Lane, Lansdale, PA 19446
Pennfield Middle School:
726 Forty Foot Road, Hatfield, PA 19440
Walton Farm Elementary:
1610 Allentown Road, Lansdale, PA 19446
York Avenue Elementary:
700 York Avenue, Lansdale, PA 19446
PHOTOCOPY FORM FOR DUPLICATES WHEN NECESSARY.
COURSE AND TRIP ENROLLMENT FORM
Mail to: North Penn Community Education Program • 401 E. Hancock St., Lansdale, PA 19446
215-853-1028 / 215-853-1029
Activity
Activity #
Gold Card
Time
Day
Fee
Grade
(if children’s class)
Date of Birth
Name
Address
City
Zip Code
Phone
Cell phone
Email (PRINT)
WAIVER: I/we hereby release the North Penn School District, and its employees, agents, or servants from any and all causes of action and claims for injury or
damage arising out of participation of any Community Education Program courses/camps that I or my child(ren) have registered for. I acknowledge that I have
been informed that serious injury, including catastrophic injuries, paralysis, or even death, even under careful supervision, can results from accidents during any
of the NPSD Community Education courses/camps. Photography/video may be used from NPSD Community Education classes/courses. To opt out of photography/
video please email andreykm@npenn.org for a Publicity Refusal form.
I have
read and
NOTE: Attach check or money order. Make checks payable to NORTH PENN COMMUNITY SCHOOL.
understood
ENROLLMENT VERIFICATION IS SENT VIA EMAIL.
the waiver:
There will be a $10 non-refundable registration fee on all cancellations.
Initials
VISA
Mastercard
Exp. date:
Security Code:
Signature
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Non-Profit Organization
U.S. Postage
PAID
Lansdale, PA 19446
Permit No. 286
401 East Hancock St.
Lansdale, PA 19446
SAVE 5% AT IN-PERSON REGISTRATION
FOR FALL 2015 & WINTER 2016 COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES
u
Tuesday, 9/15/2015 u 5-8 p.m.
u
Educational Services Center
401 East Hancock St.Lansdale, PA 19446
A 5% discount will be given for registrations on this night only. Register On-Line at
www.northpenncep.org and enter the code ONLINE5 during 5 pm to 8 pm to receive
the same discount! Please note: Forms should be completed and brought with payment
to in-person registration. Registrations can be mailed in at any time but the 5% discount
is not accepted on mail-in registrations.
NORTH PENN
CINEMA SERIES
Trips
NOTE: CANCELLATION POLICY
A full refund will be given for notice received 30 or more days prior to trip. If notice is received
within 5 days before the trip occurs, a credit voucher will be issued in the amount of the trip minus
any prepaid amounts. The credit voucher may be used toward a future trip for up to one year from
the date of issue. No refund or credit will be issued for cancellations within 5 days of trip. Registration must be received one month before the trip date, although late registration is accepted when
space is available. Please list all travelers attending on registration form.
Experience the rich cultural cinema
offerings in stunning High Definition
and Immersive sound through
the North Penn Cinema Series.
To find show times and programs visit
http://npce.ticketleap.com.
Gold Card is not Honored.
A DAY IN NYC
We will drop you off
on the east side of
46th Street and the rest
of the day is yours to do
as you please. Travelers
will receive information
packets with suggestions for restaurants,
museums and where to
get half-price matinee
theatre tickets. You will
be picked up at 6:45 p.m.
in the same place you
were dropped off in
the morning.
X TR10F - Saturday, 10/24/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/Parking Lot
u 8:00 AM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $48 Fee includes charter bus
transportation only.
(Gold Card Not Honored)
The North Penn School District sponsored Community
Education Program provides unlimited educational
and recreational opportunities for residents of all
ages. Support for the community school and aquatic
program demonstrates that members of the board
of school directors and district administrators are
committed to community use of facilities.
Superintendent: Curtis R. Dietrich, Ed.D.
X TR10F.1 - Saturday, 12/5/2015 (1 Session)
X NPHS/Parking Lot
u 8:00 AM-9:00 PM
X Fee: $48 Fee includes charter bus
transportation only.
(Gold Card Not Honored)
On-Line Registration at
www.northpenncep.org
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Board of School Directors:
Vincent Sherpinsky (President);
Tim Kerr (Vice President);
Cory Brown, Josephine Charnock, Suzan Leonard,
Carolyn Murphy, Frank O’Donnell, John Schilling,
Joseph Sullivan
Manager of School & Community Engagement:
Christine Liberaski
Advertising and Marketing Specialist:
Erika Shaedle