STUDENTS 50+ PROGRAM - Brookhaven College
SPRING 2016
To register contact DeBorah@dcccd.edu or call 972-860-4807
COURSES for OPERATING SYSTEMS:
Mac OS for the Absolute Beginner
POFI 1104-23264
Mac Beginner
1002726
1
2/20-3/12
Saturday
12:30-3:50 p.m.
M135
Deason
Mac OS for the Absolute beginner will cover how to tweak the settings on a Mac, how to create a new folder,
download apps for the Mac, install programs, find lost documents, change the dock and more.
Windows 10, Essentials
POFI 1104-23225
Windows 10, Essentials
1002710
1
3/22-4/7
Tues. & Thurs.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M135
Brooks
Windows 10 Essentials will cover browsing websites, finding and installing apps and desktop programs,
sending and receiving email and creating cloud and local backups of valuable data. This course is
recommended for students who have some experience with Windows 7 or Windows 8.
Windows 7, Part I
POFI 1104-23251
Windows 7, Part I
1002720
1
1/23-2/13
Saturday
9 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
M134
Walker
Windows 7, Part I, will introduce all the basics of Windows including the desktop, mouse pointers, start button,
taskbar, menus, toolbars and dialog boxes. Students will learn to open and save a file, edit a document in
WordPad and use the copy, cut and paste commands. File management will be introduced.
Windows 7, Part II
POFI 1104-23252
Windows 7, Part II
1002721
1
2/20-3/12
Saturday
9 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
M134
Walker
Windows 7, Part II, will cover the use of Windows Explorer in managing your files by viewing, moving,
deleting and organizing both files and folders. Students will learn to personalize Windows by changing the
desktop appearance, screensaver and background, customizing the taskbar and the start menu, learning the
right-click menu, and using desktop gadgets. Methods to secure your computer will also be covered.
Recommended prerequisite: Windows 7, Part I.
Windows 7, Part III
POFI 1104-23212
Windows 7, Part III
1027214
1
4/11- 4/27
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M124
Staff
Windows 7, Part III, will build on your knowledge of Windows 7 and cover areas such as the control panel,
device manager, file association, user account control, and accessories such as defragging and sound recorder.
Recommended prerequisites: Windows 7, Part I & II.
Windows 10, Part I
POFI 1104-23233
Windows 10, Part I
1002716
1
2/15-3/9
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M137
Staff
Windows 10, Part I, will introduce all the basics of Windows including the desktop, mouse pointers, start
button, taskbar, menus, toolbars and dialog boxes. Students will learn to open and save a file, edit a document in
WordPad and use the copy, cut and paste commands. File management will be introduced.
Windows 10, Part II
POFI 1104-23205
Windows 10, Part II
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
1002700
M137
1
3/21-4/6
Staff
Windows 10, Part II
Windows 10, Part II will build on your knowledge of Windows 10, Part I and cover areas such as control panel,
device manager, file association, user account control and accessories such as defragging and sound recorder.
Recommended prerequisites: Windows10, Part I.
Windows 10 for Beginners
POFI 1104-23260
Windows 10, Beginners
1002724
1
1/23-2/13
Saturday
12:30-3:50 p.m.
M135
Deason
Windows 10 for Beginners will help students new to the Windows 10 world and will address the PC and its
operating system. We will look at many of the new Windows 10 features and other popular software that is
designed for it.
Windows 10, Tips & Tricks
POFI 1104-23204
Windows 10
1002699
1
4/12-4/28
Tues. & Thurs.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M135
Brooks
Windows 10, Tips and Tricks explores how a Windows 10 computer works and how to keep it in top operating
condition. Topics include file management techniques, playing and organizing digital media files, security and
networking, tuning, tweaking and troubleshooting. Recommended prerequisite: Windows 10 Essentials
COMPUTERS & GENEALOGY
Adventures in Genealogy, Part I
POFI 1104-23226
Tracing Family Tree, Pt. I
1002711
1
2/17-3/9
Wednesday
1:30-4:50 p.m.
M123
Barnette
Adventures of Genealogy, Part I, is a course for those who have had some genealogical research experience and
would like to delve deeper into the use of records and research methodology used by more advanced and
experienced family historians and genealogists. Recommended prerequisite: Prior genealogical research
experience or genealogical research courses.
Adventures in Genealogy, Part II
POFI 1104-23235
Tracing Family Tree, Pt. II 1002717
1
3/23-4/13
Wednesday
1:30-4:50 p.m.
M123
Barnette
Adventures of Genealogy, Part II, will build on concepts and research tools used in Part I. Students will further
delve into the use of records and research methodology used by more experienced genealogists. Recommended
prerequisite: Adventures of Genealogy, Part I.
Genealogy - Something Old and Something New
POFI 1104-23238
Genealogy Old/New
1002719
1
1/22-2/12
Friday
12-3:20 p.m.
M123
Kinkade
The purpose of this class is to make genealogists – from beginner to advanced - more productive when they are
doing genealogy research. The class will review new on-line databases containing genealogy information;
explore new data collections in FamilySearch and new features in FamilySearch – Family Tree; learn
techniques to improve genealogical research using new functions in Version 8 of Legacy Family Tree; and
review various websites that will be helpful in doing research..
COMPUTERS & PHOTOGRAPHY
Creating Memorable Family Movies
POFI 1104-23259
Creating Videos
1002723
1
1/23-2/13
Saturday
9 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
M135
Deason
Do you have old family videos or pictures? This class will show you how to digitalize your old pictures and
videos. We will use various paid and free video editing software. You will be able to create videos from your
own pictures or from old family videos. Plus, you can share your video creations on various social media
outlets, Facebook, YouTube and more.
Digital Camera
POFI 1104-23215
Digital Camera
1002705
1
2/22-3/2
Mon. & Wed.
9:30-12:50 p.m.
M137
Staff
Digital Cameras will cover the process of transferring photos to the computer. Students will learn how to take
pictures with an eye for computer enhancement and for use in emails and Web pages. Storage and retrieval of
digital photos will be reviewed. If you have a camera please bring it to class. Classes will meet Feb.22, 24, 29
and March 2.
Photo Enhancement
POFT 1104-23216 Photo Enhancement
1002706
1
3/21-3/30
Mon. & Wed.
9:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
M137
Staff
Photo Enhancement will help you import, organize and enhance your photos. Students also will develop skills
in cropping, rotating, resizing, straightening and red-eye removal. The instructor will utilize free software for
this course. Classes will meet March 21, 23, 28, and 30. Recommended prerequisite: Intro to Windows.
OTHER COMPUTER COURSES (Software Applications)
Apps, Simply Apps
POFI 1104-23257
Apps, Simply Apps
1002722
1
2/20-3/12
Saturday
9 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
M135
Deason
Apps are everywhere! In a few short years, the app craze has taken over. These small applications, or apps, that
fit on our mobile phone do everything from helping us accomplish mundane tasks to keeping us entertained
while we wait for the bus. This class will demo many of the apps that are on the market today.
Backing Up Your Data
POFI 1104-23237
Backing Up Data
1002718
1
3/28-4/13
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M124
Stark
Backing Up Data will explain how the hard disk, the Windows file system and backups work. It will also cover
the ways you can protect your data using Windows built-in backup, retail packages such as Acronis and online
back-up services. This course is for intermediate and experienced users of Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8.
Students need a minimum one year experience and proficiency in navigating the Windows interface and
common functions. Recommended prerequisites: Windows, Parts I, and II.
Email & Internet, Part I
POFI 1104-23261
Email/Internet, Pt. I
1002725
1
4/2-4/23
Saturday
9 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
M134
Walker
Internet/Email, Part I will cover how to browse the Internet, access information on your personal computer,
store Web addresses and view multiple Web pages concurrently. Also covered will be printing, saving and
emailing Web pages as well as understanding the security and privacy issues involved. Students will use
reference sites and navigate websites for travel, maps, shopping, banking and finance, health, and entertainment.
All the basic email functions including contacts, distribution lists, and handling spam mail will be covered.
Recommended prerequisites: Windows, Part I and II.
Excel 2013, Part I
POFI 1104-23214
Excel 2013, Part I
1002704
1
4/18-5/4
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M134
Milligan
Excel 2013, Part I, will introduce students to spreadsheets and arithmetic functions. This course will include
creating, editing, naming, saving and printing spreadsheets as well as using worksheets. Menus, shortcuts,
toolbars for formatting spreadsheets and writing basic formulas will also be covered. Recommended
prerequisite: Windows, Part I and II
Google World
POFI 1104-23208
Google World
1002703
1
2/23-3/10
Tues. & Thurs.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M134
Walker
Google World will cover how to use free Google Apps. This class will include Picasa: organizing and sharing
photos; YouTube: search and posting videos; Google Sites: creating a Web page; Google Drive and Google
Docs: creating documents, sheets, drawings and sharing in Google Cloud; Google Search: advance features;
Gmail: Google email program. Also included will be Google Maps and Google Chrome.
Home Networking
POFI 1104-23209
Home Networking
1012030
1
2/29-3/23
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M136
Stark
Home Networking will show students how to share files, printers and Internet access. Learn about cable and
DSL modems, routers and switches. You'll learn how to plan your network and install network adapters, cables
and set up wireless connections. This course is for intermediate and experienced users of Windows 8, 7 or
Vista. Recommended prerequisites: Parts I and II of Windows 8, 7 or Vista and minimum one year experience
and proficiency in navigating the Windows interface and common functions. .
iCloud: More than just Water Particles
POFI 1104-23210
iCloud
1012038
1
4/18-5/4
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M122
Staff
Cloud computing integrates the power and convenience of managing documents, music, photos, email,
contracts, calendars and more. Learn how to keep your files and information synced and accessible from
anywhere at any time. We will use Apple iCloud for iPads and work with that as well as Google Cloud, noting
the differences in these two cloud products.
Creating Memorable Family Movies
POFI 1104-23259
Creating Videos
1002723
1
1/23-2/13
Saturday
9 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
M135
Deason
Do you have old family videos or pictures? This class will show you how to digitalize your old pictures and
videos. We will use various paid and free video editing software. You will be able to create videos from your
own pictures or from old family videos. Plus, you can share your video creations on various social media
outlets, Facebook, YouTube and more.
Income Tax
POFI 1104-23219
Income Tax Preparation
1002708
1
2/9-2/18
Tues. & Thurs.
12-3:20 p.m.
M124
Kinkade
POFI 1104-23218
Income Tax Preparation
1002707
1
2/15-2/24
Mon. & Wed.
12-3:20 p.m.
M124
Kinkade
Income Tax Preparation uses the H&R Block 2015 software to prepare a typical Form 1040 Federal Income
Tax return. This course will include Social Security benefits, mutual fund distributions, interest and dividend
income, IRA distributions, capital gains, and pension income. Students will be required to purchase the H&R
Block 2015 software. Recommended prerequisites: Windows, Part I and II.
Keyboarding, Introduction
POFT 1127-23202 Intro. To Keyboarding
1002777
1
3/22-5/12
Tuesday
9-10:20 a.m.
M135
Byars
Introduction to Keyboarding will develop skills in keyboarding techniques, emphasizing the development of
acceptable speed and accuracy. A mandatory orientation is March 22 at 9 a.m.
MS Office Professional Brush Up
POFI 1104-23203
MS Office Brush-up
Tues. & Thurs.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
1032001
M134
1
2/23-3/10
Brooks
MS Office Professional Brush Up
POFI 1104-23203
MS Office Brush-up
1032001
1
2/23-3/10
Tues. & Thurs.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M134
Brooks
Office Professional Brush Up will take the student through a review of Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Students
should have prior knowledge of these programs. Recommended prerequisite: Windows, Part I and II.
PC Troubleshooting
POFI 1104-23221
Windows Troubleshooting 1002709
1
4/18-5/4
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M136
Stark
Windows/PC Tips, Tricks & Troubleshooting will address problems such as a slow-running PC; researching
Windows and application errors; virus, spyware and malware removal; hard drive housekeeping; hardware and
software-based performance improvements. "Live, No Net" troubleshooting may be done in class on students'
PCs (requires instructor preapproval). This course is for intermediate and experienced users of Windows 8, 7 or
Vista. Prerequisites: Parts I & II of Windows 8, 7 or Vista and proficiency in navigating the Windows interface
and common functions.
Planning for Weather & Storms
POFI 1104-23239
Weather/Storms
1015895
1
4/18-5/4
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M124
Ritter
Planning for the Weather and Storms will focus on using technology, such as the Internet, weather patterns and
cloud cover to manage our lives around weather - especially inclement weather. Course topics will include
understanding weather maps, weather radar, outdoor conditions and cloud patterns. Storm development and
large-scale weather patterns will be discussed. The course will utilize both the classroom and outdoor study of
weather and sky conditions, and students should have a working knowledge of Windows and the Internet.
Presentation Skills using PowerPoint 2013
POFI 1104-23207
PowerPoint 2013
1002702
1
4/12-4/28
Tues. & Thurs.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M135
Staff
Presentation skills using PowerPoint 2013 will teach you how to wow your audience using the latest techniques
of professional speakers. Students will use Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 to build a presentation and discover how
using visual communication can create a moment to remember. Students also will have an opportunity to make
their own presentation to the class.
Users Group & Problem Solving
POFI 1104-23227
Users Group/Prob. Solving 1002712
1
2/5-5/6
Friday
1-4:20 p.m.
Q201
Brooks/ Stark
CE section: SRCZ 1000 22500, cost $59
Computer Users Group & Problem Solving meets on Fridays, Feb. 5, March 4, April 1 and May 6. Each session
has a theme/topic and provides demonstrations to increase student knowledge of computers, software and the
Internet. In addition, students will have the opportunity to ask questions about their own computers and the
software problems they are encountering.
Word 2013, Part I
POFI 1104-23231
Word 2013, Part I
1002714
1
3/7-3/30
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M134
Herd
POFT 1104-23253 Word 2013, Part I
1012293
1
4/2-4/23
Saturday
1-4:20 p.m.
M134
Walker
Word 2013, Part I, will emphasize the basics of Microsoft's word processing program. Topics
include creating and editing Word documents; naming, saving and printing documents; menus, toolbars and
shortcuts; formatting, cutting, copying and pasting text; setting margins and indents; and inserting graphics and
text from other documents and applications. Recommended prerequisite: Windows, Part I and II.
Word 2013, Part II
POFI 1104-23232
Word 2013, Part II
1002715
1
4/4-4/20
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M134
Herd
Word 2013, Part II, will build on the concepts learned in Word 2013, Part I, to work with columns, paragraph
numbering, graphics, section breaks and creating envelopes and labels. Students will also learn how to merge a
database of names and addresses, change the default settings and refine their knowledge of advanced table
techniques. Recommended prerequisite: Word Pt. I.
DANCE
Body Conditioning, Part I and II
DANC 1141-23251 Conditioning, Part I
1001961
1
2/8-4/20
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-2:50 p.m.
T116
Jones
DANC 1142-23251 Conditioning, Part II
1001963
1
2/8-4/20
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-2:50 p.m.
T116
Jones
This course uses a variety of light weights, Zumba and Jazz Dance along with nutritional
information and personal goals to help you work towards a more healthful you!
Tap Dance, Level I
DANC 1110-23203 Tap I
Mon. & Wed.
12:15-1:15 p.m.
1001959
T116
1
1/27-5/12
Jones
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Physical Education courses are multi-generational unless otherwise indicated.
Tai Chi, Beginning & Intermediate
PHED 2104-23001 Beginning Tai Chi
1002182
1
1/21-5/12
Tues. & Thurs.
3-4:20 p.m.
T100
Kasparian
PHED 2129-23001 Intermediate Tai Chi
1002186
1
1/21-5/12
Tues. & Thurs.
3-4:20 p.m.
T100
Kasparian
This is a multi-generational course. Tai Chi is an internal or soft Chinese martial art form characterized by low,
non-impact movements designed to build strength and balance and to reduce stress.
Tennis, Beginning & Intermediate
PHED 1110-23202
Beginning Tennis
Saturday
9-11:40 a.m.
PHED 1137-23202
Intermediate Tennis
Saturday
9-11:40 a.m.
1002144
T131
1002158
T131
1
1
1/23-5/12
Baker
1/23-5/12
Baker
Yoga, Beginning & Intermediate
PHED 2101-23050 Beginning Yoga
1002180
1
1/20-5/12
Tues. & Thurs.
9-10:20 a.m.
T109
McDonald
PHED 2126-23050 Intermediate Yoga
1002185
1
1/20-5/12
Tues. & Thurs.
9-10:20 a.m.
T109
McDonald
Yoga will utilize low-impact aerobic warm-ups, poses and calisthenics to improve flexibility, balance and
posture as well as equalize muscle strength throughout the body. This course is designed for adults ages 50 and
older.
LANGUAGES
FRENCH
FRNL 1391-23201 French
1030058
3
2/16-4/26
Tues. & Thurs.
2 - 3:30 p.m.
M105
Chaney
This course will help you develop and practice the French language. You will also learn about French culture.
Skills will be developed through reading, writing, listening and speaking activities. There will be an
introduction of basic grammatical concepts and useful travel and business vocabulary. Textbook: French the
Fast & Fun Way, 3rd ed. by E. Leate, Hong Kong;Baron's Educational Series ISBN 0-7641-2559 or with CD
package ISBN 0-7641-7689
SPANISH
Still at Brookhaven College. Instructor: Elsa Moushegian
Spanish, Beginning/Intermediate
SPNL 1391-23201 Beg. Spanish
1016103
3
2/1-4/13
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:45 p.m.
M116
Elsa Moushegian
Beginning/Intermediate Spanish will enable you to build beginning vocabulary, basic grammar and
pronunciation skills. Comprehension will increase as you participate in listening and speaking exercises with
classmates and the instructor. Instructional materials will be used as a way to increase skills. Additional work
may be done on a self-paced basis outside of class.
Spanish, Special Topics
SPNL 1391-23202 Special Topics
1016114
3
2/2-4/14
Tues. & Thurs.
1:30-3:45 p.m.
M116
Elsa Moushegian
Special Topics will include a grammar and vocabulary review, a survey of literature, current topics, cultural
videos and discussion. New topics will be introduced each semester. Additional work may be done on a selfpaced basis outside of class. Recommended Prerequisite: Intermediate Spanish or permission of instructor.
New at Farmers Branch Senior Center: 14055 Dennis Lane, Farmers Branch, Texas 75234, 972-919-8740
Instructor: Serrano
Spanish, Part I
SPNL 1391-23203 Spanish, Part I
1016135
3
2/16-5/5
Tues. & Thurs
2 -4 p.m.
FB Sr. Center
Heida Serrano
Spanish, Part I, will enable you to build beginning vocabulary, basic grammar and pronunciation skills.
Comprehension will increase as you participate in listening and speaking exercises with classmates and the
instructor. Instructional materials will be used as a way to increase skills. Additional work may be done on a
self-paced basis outside of class. This course will be held at the Farmers Branch Senior Center: 14055 Dennis
Lane, Farmers Branch, Texas 75234, (972) 919-8740
Spanish, Part II
SPNL 1391-23204 Spanish, Part II
1016120
3
2/16-5/5
Tues. & Thurs.
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
FB Sr. Center
Heida Serrano
Spanish, Part II, will include a grammar and vocabulary review, a survey of literature, current topics, cultural
videos and discussion. New topics will be introduced each semester. Additional work may be done on a selfpaced basis outside of class. Recommended Prerequisite: Spanish, Part I, or permission of instructor.
This course will be held at the Farmers Branch Senior Center: 14055 Dennis Lane, Farmers Branch, Texas
75234, (972) 919-8740
CONTINUING EDUCATION
To register for these non-credit courses call 972-860-4807. Some courses may have additional times. Check
online at www.brookhavencollege.edu. and select Continuing Education. Please note these courses have fees,
as they are not covered by the Senior Adult Waiver.
Painting:
Oil or Acrylic
ARTZ 1000-22055
Painting
$165
1/26-5/3
Tuesday
10 a.m.-1p.m.
F114
Chu
Oil or acrylic, learn a wide variety of technical and conceptual areas, including still-life, landscape, portraiture
and abstraction. This is a great one-on-one course with lots of individual attention. Beginners to advanced
painters are welcome. Supplies: The course supply lists available at first class meeting, but bring whatever art
supplies you already have to the first class.
JEWELRY
Basic Jewelry Techniques
SRCZ 1000-22032
$60
2/15-4/11
Monday
9:00 a.m.-noon
2/15-4/11
W110
Cofer
Join us and explore many techniques used in basic jewelry making such as: designing, cold connecting,
bead/leather wrapping, bead crochet and knotting, textures and patinas, etc. The materials fee is $20.
More Basic Jewelry Techniques Workshops will be offered. These are one or two day workshops that offer
specialized training in a particular technique. When you leave you have a finished piece to take with you and
have the bases of a new skill to develop. Contact DeBorah for more information on these:
DeBorah@dcccd.edu.
FINANCIAL -RETIREMENT
Financial Mistakes to Avoid during Retirement
SRCZ 1000-23149
Retirement
$15
3/24-3/31
Thursday
1:30 -3:30 p.m.
M115-D
Riddle
SRCZ 1000-23151
Retirement
$15
3/30-4/6
Wednesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
M115-D
Riddle
Financial Mistakes will cover topics to help reduce financial mistakes by considering retirement income
planning, including reducing stock market risk and fees in your portfolio; types of annuities to avoid; ways to
guarantee an income for life; tax/inflation risk; estate planning strategies, best options for long term care
insurance; Medicare and healthcare for retirees and strategies to maximize Social Security income. The
instructor is Lance Riddle, CFP, with Capital Guard Company. The $39 fee includes the cost of a workbook.
Retirement Planning: Initiating or Tweaking your Plans
SRCZ 1000-23153
Retirement
$15
Tuesday
6-8 p.m.
2/16-3/1
M103
Acosta
SRCA 1000-23154
Thursday
M103
Retirement
6-8 p.m.
$15
2/18-3/3
Acosta
Retirement Planning: Initiating or Tweaking your Plans
SRCA 1000-23155
Retirement
$15
2/13-2/27
Saturday
9-11 a.m.
M103
Acosta
Retirement Planning will present key areas to consider in initiating or tweaking your retirement plans. Asset
protection will include roadblocks to financial security, budgeting, saving strategies and insurance. Retirement
income sources such as social security, pensions or lump sum distributions will be discussed. Investment
options in stock, bonds and tax-advantaged investments will be explored. Long term care and costs of
healthcare and nursing facilities will also be covered. The instructor, Antonio Acosta, is an Investment Advisor
Representative of Securian Financial Services, Inc.
HORTICULTURE
Gardening with the Masters
SRCZ 1000-23152 Gardening with Masters
$15
3/23-4/13
Wednesday
1:30-3 p.m.
M115
Various
This course is taught by Dallas County Master Gardeners and is designed to help with landscape needs. It will
focus on the spring and summer seasons and provide information about protection for your plants and how to
improve your landscape.
LECTURE SERIES
Are American Newspapers Facing Extinction? - Part II
SRCZ 1000Newspaper Extinction, Pt. II $15
2/3-3/3
Tuesday
1:30-3:06 p.m.
M115-D
Hoffman
This course will explore the opportunities and dangers to traditional American journalism by
The Internet, changes in television broadcasting and the decline of newspaper influence.
February 3: The Rapid Rise of Gossip and Entertainment News
February 10: Major Newspaper Companies and Local/Community Newspapers
February 17: Scamps and Scalawags
February 24: Where's the News on the Web?
March 3:
Will there be Newspapers?
Beyond the Headlines: How much do you know about the issues that affect us
SRCZ 1000-22035
Beyond Headlines
$20
2/12-4/16
Thursday
1:30-3 p.m.
M115
Hoffman
How we get our news and what it says to us is dramatically changing. This course will challenge students to
make choices in determining the source of their news information. It will also assist them in selecting what
events and tops deserve research and discussion in order to understand their impact on our lives.
MUSIC:
My Soul Music
SRCZ 1000-23157
Soul Music
$35
3/26-4/23
Thursday
1:30-3 p.m.
Q206
Armstrong
Learn about composers and the music they wrote that reflect the cultural influence, history and development of
a variety of musical genres through the ages.
March 26: Classy Classical
April 2:
Awesome Arias
April 16: Joyful Jazz
April 9:
Soulful Spirituals
April 23: Let the Good Times Roll
Piano, Part I
SRCZ 1000-22024
Piano, Part I
$99
1/22-3/11
Friday
3 - 5 p.m.
D207
DiTucci
Adult piano class is a comprehensive course in reading music and playing the piano. With its logical and
effective approach to note-reading, the student will learn basic skills to play hundreds of melodies by the
completion of the course. You will learn to play chords and gain an under-standing of basic harmony, while
developing reading skills. The required book is: Adult Piano Adventures by Faber and Faber. No class on
February 20 and March 13.
Piano, Part II
SRCZ 1000-23148
Intermed. Piano
$85
4/1-5/13
Friday
3-5 p.m.
D207
DiTucci
Adult piano class is a comprehensive course in reading music and playing the piano. With its logical and
effective approach to note-reading, the student will learn basic skills to play hundreds of melodies by the
completion of the course. The required book is: Adult Piano Adventures by Faber and Faber. April 3.
WRITING
The Art of Haiku: How to Americanize this ancient poetry form
SRCZ 1000-21066
Haiku
$20
2/20-2/27
Saturday
9 a.m. -12 p.m.
M115-D
Sneath
This course offers students an insight into traditional haiku writing, while developing their own Western style of
creating these 17-syllable word-jewels. Students will write and share their poems in a workshop setting.
Nonfiction Writing
SRCZ 1000Nonfiction Writing
$35
2/26-4/15
Friday
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
M115-D
Sneath
The words “creative” and “nonfiction” describe the form. The word “creative” refers to the use of literary craft,
the techniques our students will employ to present nonfiction—factually accurate prose about real people and
events—in a compelling, vivid, dramatic manner. The goal is to make nonfiction stories read like fiction so that
your readers are as enthralled by fact as they are by fantasy.
Poetry for the Free Spirited
SRCZ 1000-23131
Poetry
$35
4/22-5/27
Friday
10 a.m.-12:10 p.m.
M115-D
Sneath
Want to learn to write poetry or just to improve your writing skills? This is a step-by-step, hands-on workshop
to answers these questions: What should I write about? What is the right form for my poems? What common
problems affect the work of new poets, and how can I avoid them?
Memoir Writing
CRWZ 1000Memoir Writing
$40
2/18-3/31
Thursday
1 - 4:20 p.m.
M115-C
Parker
Or
CRWZ 1000-23015
Memoir Writing, part II $40
2/23-4/5
Tuesday
1 - 4:20 p.m.
M115-C
Parker
Or
CRWZ 1000-23014
Memoir Writing
$40
4/7-5/10
Thursday
1 - 4:20 p.m.
M115-C
Parker
This course focuses on writing your memoirs which are honest and autobiographical but aren't restricted to
chronology. They are about an event, period of time or situation in your life that you write about at home and
read to the group for question or comment, but no criticism. Students will be given 'thought notes' and guides to
areas of consideration. Grammar and spelling are of no concern, as your writing is not turned in. Students need
to bring a notepad and pen to all classes, as in-class writing may take place. You will learn more about yourself
As your memories come to you from listening to what others have written.
FIRST TIME OFFERED:
Writing-Publishing Workshop, Part I:
SRCZ 1000-22031
Publishing
$35
February 24, 2016
Wednesday
Noon - 3 p.m.
M115-D
Parker
This 3 hour Interactive Workshop will work with you to organize, edit and create a Table of Contents for your
written work. It is open to all genres of writers and will help you prepare you work(s) to be published. Please
bring written material to discuss & share.
Writing-Publishing Workshop, Part II:
SRCZ 1000-23156
Publishing
$35
April 13, 2016
Wednesday
Noon - 3 p.m.
M115-D
Parker
This 3 hour Interactive Workshop will focus on character & plot development, and working on creating “good
endings". It is open to all genres of writers and will help you prepare you work(s) to be published. Please bring
written material to discuss & share.