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2021 Fall Semester SEPTEMBER THROUGH DECEMBER
Hello and thank you for your interest in Watermark University! The foundation of Watermark University (WU) is to provide meaningful opportunities to learn, teach and grow, resulting in a life of overall well-being. Research shows that learning and keeping our mind active and sharp supports healthy aging. At Watermark Retirement Communities® we are committed to encouraging our residents and associates to lead balanced lives, full of meaning and purpose, grounded in self-awareness and infused with curiosity. Our Watermark University courses help achieve this goal. By focusing on the Seven Dimensions of Well-being: Physical, Social, Intellectual, Spiritual, Emotional, Environmental, and Vocational we offer the opportunity to achieve a balanced life and we see the benefits across the country in every class, every day. Sincerely, Aaron Feinstein Aaron Feinstein Director of People, Arts & Culture
COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION
The US Presidents and Monday, August 9 • 4:00
Douglas Brin Performing Arts Center
Election History Pt. 1 PM
Departing from the monarchical tradition of Britain, the founding fathers of the United States created a
system in which the American people had the power and responsibility to select their leader. Article II,
Section 1 of the U.S. Constitution establishes the Executive Branch of the U.S. government. Taking place
every four years, presidential campaigns and elections have evolved into a series of fiercely fought, and
sometimes controversial, contests, now played out in the 24-hour news cycle. The stories behind each
election—some ending in landslide victories, others decided by the narrowest of margins—provide a
roadmap to the events of U.S. history.
Emerging from the
Pandemic: Hopes, Wednesday, August 18 •
Father Michael Callaghan Biblio Library
Dreams & Finding our 4:00 PM
way forward
This will be an open discussion facilitated by Fr. Michael Callaghan, c.o. on our experiences weathering the
pandemic and moving forward as we emerge from the worst of the pandemic. What have you missed and
what do you hope for going forward?
A Personal History of the Thursday. August 19 •
Peter Filichia Performing Arts Center
American Theater 4:00 PM
Peter has performed his one-man show, called A PERSONAL HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN THEATER, at
venues around the country. In it, he describes -- entertainingly and humorously -- his life as a theater critic,
about attending theater in 46 U.S. states and 17 foreign countries and seeing as many as 412 stage shows
in a single year, resulting in having now witnessed more than – gulp! -- 12,000 shows all told. Peter’s talks
describe his good, bad and ugly experiences – not only with the shows he’s seen and reviewed but also
with the Tony and Oscar winners he’s interviewed.
From The Jazz Singer to A
Star Is Born: Wednesday, August 25th
Brian Rose Performing Arts Center
A History of the Movie • 4:00 PM
Musical
As soon as movies could talk, they began to sing and dance—and musicals quickly became among the
most popular film genres in America. Over the next nine decades, the movie musical would evolve to
embrace every type of performance, from operatta to rock and soul, from tap to ballet, and every type of
format, from Broadway hits to original creations from composers like Cole Porter, George Gershwin, and
Irving Berlin. This presentation will look at the fascinating history of this unique format, and include more
than thirty excerpts, featuring artists like Fred Astaire, Judy Garland, the Nicholas Brothers, Busby
Berkeley, Gene Kelly, and the Beatles.COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION
Inside The World of
Thursday September
American Sign Language Sahar Edalati Performing Arts Center
2nd • 4:00 PM
and Music
Come and learn a new way to experience MUSIC through signs! In this beginner ASL course,
participants will learn how to convey rhythm and emotions for a variety of musical genres. We will
practice showing when the bass drops, soaring pop rock ballads, and a little bit of hip hop to name just a
few. Students will use their knowledge of ASL classifiers to show what sound looks like when it goes from
paper to “picture” using their hands, bodies, facial expressions and personal style.
Satan in the Smoke - 20 Thursday, September
Mark D. Phillips Performing Arts Center
Years After 9th • 4:00 PM
Satan in the Smoke was one of the first electronic viral images - photographed by Watermark University
faculty, Mark D. Phillips. Sent over email before social media, the image appeared in millions of inboxes
across the country. The image was vilified as fake by major news organization. To commemorate the 20th
anniversary of 9/11, Mark D. Phillips will be discussing this iconic image - and the story of a photograph
that is as controversial as it is powerful.
Demystify the iPhone-
Friday, September 10th •
Digital Literacy with Tech Wendy H. Weiss Performing Arts Cents
10:30 AM
Time
Digital Literacy is learning how to do all that stuff on your iphone, laptop, and PC that your grandkids and
those darn millennials make look so easy. This specific lesson is going to be a kickoff to digital literacy, and
will help demystify the techniques with tips and tricks to upgrade your iPhone use experience.
OT at Home: Strength
Tuesday, September
and Flexibility Training Jennifer Cohen Performing Arts Center
14th • 3:00 PM
on your own!
Learn techniques of occupational therapy that you can practice yourself from the comfort of your own
home. This health and wellness related talk from Jennifer Cohen will teach you skills to become stronger
and more flexible - and be utilized in addition to physical therapy, occupational therapy or rehabilitation
sessions.COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION
History of Yoga: Thursday, September 16
Aaron Feinstein Performing Arts Center
Techniques and Practice • 4:00 PM
Yoga's origins can be traced to Northern India over 5,000 years ago. The word yoga was first mentioned in
ancient sacred texts called the Rig Veda. Yoga was refined and developed by Rishis (sages) who
documented their practices and beliefs in the Upanishads, a huge work containing over 200 scriptures. The
asana practice as we know it today in the West has been refined over the years. Learn the history and
ideas behind what makes a yoga practice - and why many of us enjoy it.
The Importance of
Speech Breathing for
Thursday September
Supported/Good Voice Natalie Schaeffer Performing Arts Center
23rd • 3:00 PM
Production and
Precise/Clear Articulation
Tapes of clients’ voices, before and after therapy, will be shown. These tapes demonstrate how supported
speech breathing and good articulation have a positive effect on voice production. To support these
statements with hard evidence, the difference in the respiratory waveforms, before and after therapy, will
also be presented from the computer.
Experimental Animated Thursday, September
Amanda Tabak-Otero Movie Theater
Shorts: Mini Film Festival 30th • 4:00 PM
Explore different styles of animation and the use of various mediums in experimental films. Class style:
short films ranging from 5-15 minutes each and an analysis of the animator and animation style followed
by discussion.
Films showing:
Don Hertzfeldt " Everything will be OK" (17 mins) - 2006 (pen and paper)
Georges Melies "A Trip to the Moon" (18 mins) - 1902 (mixed media, stop-motion animation and live
action)
Walter Ruttman "Lichtspiel: Opus III" (4 mins) - 1924 (oil on glass plates)
Teamlab Exhibit "Life" (4 mins) - 2020 (interactive 3d/4d exhibit walkthrough)
The American Civil War Thursday, October 7th •
Joyce Gold Performing Arts Center
in New York City 4:00 PM
Two NYC groups gave the North a decisive advantage in the American Civil War. The city’s financiers
provided the bonds and bondholders to pay for it. Manufacturers produced uniforms, pharmaceuticals,
munitions, and the world’s first iron-clad ship. But as the war dragged on, tensions between Irish and
blacks, and between the poor and the wealthy exploded into the violent Draft Riots.COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION
Thursday, October 14th
Tropical Drinks at the W Lloyd Lewis W Room
• 4:00 PM
Global warming beware! We have cold tropical cocktails that will cool you down as everything heats up.
Dining Services Manager Lloyd Lewis will be teaching the art of the tropical drink making two favorites,
The Pina Colada and the Strawberry Daquiri for us to taste - and simple enough to make at home.
Thursday, October 21st
Fall Prevention Strategies Marcia Sucki Performing Arts Center
• 4:00 PM
The fear of falling becomes more common as people age, even among those who haven't fallen. It may
lead older people to avoid activities such as walking, shopping, or taking part in social activities.
But don't let a fear of falling keep you from being active. Overcoming this fear can help you stay active,
maintain your physical health, and prevent future falls. Marcia Sucki will help develop strategies that will
keep us healthy and on our feet.
Thursday, October 28th •
Mindfulness 101 Jennifer DiBella Performing Arts Center
4:00 PM
Learn mindfulness and how to approach a mindfulness practice. Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by
focusing one's awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's
feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations, used as a therapeutic technique.
Mediterranean Home Thursday, November 4th
Kfir Kertes Performing Arts Center
Cooking: Part Deux • 4:00 PM
Executive Chef at Watermark Brooklyn Heights Kfir Kertes, will be cooking up some delicious Italian style
flatbreads and crisp salads that are recipes featured and cooked live in our Mediterranean restaurant
Gustoso’s and Family. Learn some amazing tips and tricks (you don’t need a wood fired oven!) and watch a
master chef create magic from simple recipes before your eyes. If you saw our first virtual series with Kfir,
you know Hummus can be extra-ordinary, and we expect this presentation to leave your mouth wateringCOURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION
What make the building
tick? Intro to
Maintenance and Plant Thursday, November
Anthony Each Performing Arts Center
Operations at The 18th • 4:00 PM
Watermark at Brooklyn
Heights
Maintenance is a tough task, but it should not intimidate any of our Members! In this course, you will learn
about basic concepts surrounding building components and mechanical equipment. In addition, you will
learn how our maintenance program works through corrective and preventative maintenance as well as
regular inspections. The course is designed for those with some plant operations experience as well as
those who are interested but have little or no experience.
The History of Whiskey Thursday, December 2nd
Vince Stewart Performing Arts Center
and Whiskey Tasting • 4:00 PM
Whiskey history is a long, adventurous story, and many brave people fought to keep the drink flowing
along the way. Fittingly, some exact dates were forgotten (whiskey was involved, after all), but this
course will help you grasp the basics and understand its origin; who played key roles in the history of
distilling, how whiskey came to be, how it evolved to be the whiskey / bourbon / rye / scotch we know
today, and some fun little annals of history. Plus, we will TASTE!
Thursday, December 9 •
Holiday Baking Delights Michelle Riordan Performing Arts Center
4:00 PM
What's your favorite holiday baked treat? Michelle will show us some simple holiday recipes that we can
make with some basic ingredients - but will stun the whole family with their deliciousness. No previous
cooking experience required.
Haitian Holiday Thursday, December 16 •
Jean "Ednick" Lefevre Performing Arts Center
Traditions 4:00 PM
Holidays in Haiti are a big deal - and Haiti has some unique traditions! For example, in Haiti Happy/Merry
Christmas in Creole/Hatian is 'Jwaye Nowe'. French is also commonly spoken in Haiti where it is 'Joyeux
Noël'. Happy/Merry Christmas in lots more languages. On Christmas Eve, children place their newly
cleaned shoes, filled with straw under the tree on the porch. They hope that Santa (called 'Tonton Nwèl')
will remove the straw and put presents in and around the shoes!COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION
MariaNY: From NY to Tuesday, December 21 •
Mariany Colombo Performing Arts Center
Beyond 4:00 PM
Borders are closed, resorts are deserted and planes are grounded during the global COVID-19 pandemic.
But even though you are stuck at home you can still get your travel fix without leaving your house. Satisfy
your wanderlust for new places with our Business Office Director, Mariany, by discussing travels around
the world. Mariany will transport you through experiential narratives, photos and uplifting travelogues.
Fabulous Jewelry and 2nd Tuesday of the
Paulette Thomas-Martin Art Studio
Crafting month 1:30 PM
Make fantastic jewlery and crafts with a background influenced by African American cultural arts and craft
styles. Learn the basics of jewelry making using materials such as beads, wire, glass, metal, and clay. You'll
find tips, projects, techniques, and DIY articles to get you started crafting your own hand-made jewelry.
Every other Friday` Performing Arts
Improvisation Station Dahlia Ramsay
Starting August 20th Auditorium
At its core, improv is the art of making things up on the spot—characters, song lyrics, situations, whole
scenes. That sort of blank slate may sound intimidating, especially if you’re just getting started. But improv
can serve as an important foundation for anything from talking to your family to closing the deal.Faculty Biographies
NAME OF INSTRUCTOR CLASS NAME
Douglas Brin The US Presidents and Election History
Douglas Brin is an artist, writer and diarist. He's also persevered thru five careers: advertising and public
relations, fine arts, journalism (as a feature writer for The Daily News on politics and show business), and
teaching. Donald Rubin, founder and chairman of The Rubin Museum of Art has called Doug "a great,
undiscovered American artist."
Emerging from the Pandemic: Hopes, Dreams, and
Father Michael Callaghan
Finding Our Way Forward
Born in Passaic, N.J., Fr. Callaghan completed his undergraduate studies at Loyola College, Baltimore, and
studied theology at Catholic University of America and St. Mary's Seminary and University in Baltimore.
Ordained to the priesthood in 1990, he joined the Oratory in 2005.
Peter Filichia A Personal History of the American Theater
Peter Filichia (born 1946) is the former New York-based theater critic for The Star-Ledger newspaper
in Newark, New Jersey and New Jersey's television station News 12. In addition, Filichia has two weekly
columns at Masterworks Broadway and Kritzerland]and also writes regular entries for the Music Theatre
International Marquee blog. He wrote a regular column, "Peter Filichia's Diary," for the website
TheaterMania.com from November 2001 until October 2011, and previously for the website
BroadwayOnLine. He is the author of the books Let's Put on a Musical!: How to Choose the Right Show for
Your School, Community or Professional Theater, Broadway Musicals: the Biggest Hit and the Biggest Flop
of the Season, 1959 to 2009, Broadway MVPs 1960-2010: The Most Valuable Players of the Past 50
Seasons, Strippers, Showgirls and Sharks: A Very Opinionated History of the Broadway Musicals that Did
Not Win the Tony Award and The Great Parade: Broadway's Astonishing, Never-to-Be-Forgotten 1963-
1964 Season.
From The Jazz Singer to A Star Is Born:
Brian Rose
A History of the Movie Musical
BRIAN ROSE is a professor emeritus at Fordham University, where he taught for 38 years in the
Department of Communication and Media Studies. He’s written several books on television history and
cultural programming and conducted more than a hundred Q&A’s with leading directors, actors, and
writers for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, the Screen Actors Guild, the British Academy
of Film and Television Arts, and the Directors Guild of America.NAME OF INSTRUCTOR CLASS NAME
Inside the World of American Sign Language and
Sahar Edalati
Music
Sahar Edalati graduated from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor’s in Human
Development and Aging and a Master’s in Long-Term Care Administration. Sahar volunteered at the Helen
Keller National Institute for the Deaf and Blind in New York assisting as a ASL discussion group leader and
translator.
Mark D Phillips Satan in the Smoke - 20 Years After
Mark D Phillips has had a front row seat to the digital revolution. Phillips began his career in the media.
After graduating from Randolph Technical College with a degree in photojournalism, he spent 20 years
traveling the world using technology to meet daily deadlines. While working as a staff photographer for
The Tampa Tribune, Phillips met and married Andrea Peyser. It’s also where he added the “D” to his photo
credit. When he was assigned to photograph Princess Anne on a visit to Georgia, the British Embassy made
light of his name, Mark Phillips. “We can’t give credentials to a photographer with the same name as her
ex-husband, Captain Mark Phillips” was the reason. So Mark Phillips became Mark D Phillips on his
professional credit line.
Wendy H. Weiss Demystify the iPhone - Digital Literacy with TechTime
After two decades of working in the financial services sector selling market data to institutional investors,
Wendy realized it was time for a change. She said goodbye to Wall Street and since then, she
has redirected my passion for educating and training toward helping others gain a better understanding
for the technological world in which we live....making it easy and approachable for everyone!
OT at Home: Strength and Flexibility Training on your
Jennifer Cohen
own!
My name is Jen, and I am a practicing occupational therapist for almost 5 years! I motivate individuals to
develop, recover and maintain ability to perform meaningful activities. The use of a home exercise
program will support one’s current level of function, increase the ability to age in place, and reduce the
risk for falls. I look forward to working with you!NAME OF INSTRUCTOR CLASS NAME
Aaron Feinstein History of Yoga: Techniques and Practice
Aaron is a yogi, producer, director, and arts educator based in NY. Aaron is the creator of the AIMS
inclusive improvisational musical comedy workshop program, and the Actionplay Chorus that was
featured on the HBO and Comedy Central Broadcast of Night of Too Many Stars. He co-directed the widely
celebrated pilot program The Miracle Project with Elaine Hall which has been featured at the 92nd Street
Y, Rebecca School, Celebrate the Children and the Educational Alliance. The Miracle Project was the
subject of the 2006 HBO 2-Time Emmy Award Winning Documentary Autism: The Musical. Aaron has
presented nationally at the United Nations, NYC Department of Education, NYU Forum on Educational –
and is the published author of several books, articles and journals focused on
changing the stigmas surrounding disability.
The Importance of Speech Breathing for
Natalie Schaeffer Supported/Good Voice Production and Precise/Clear
Articulation
Natalie Schaeffer was a senior speech-language pathologist in a hospital from 1976 to 1996 and began
teaching at Brooklyn College in 1996 where she is a full professor.
Amanda Tabak- Otero Experimental Animated Shorts: Mini Film Festival
Amanda has a degree in film, concentration in production, from UNCW. She worked in animation and web
development for a period of time.
Joyce Gold The American Civil War in New York City
Joyce Gold is a recognized expert and educator in New York history and for over 30 years has been guiding
New Yorkers and visitors alike to rave reviews. Joyce's Custom Tours give clients the best of New York just
the way they want it. Her clients include scores of individuals and families, corporations, hotels, real
estate developers, museums, universities, professional schools, alumni organizations, schools, religious
groups, Junior Leagues, libraries, and more. In addition, Joyce offers Scheduled Tours for the public most
weekends of the year. Illustrated Talks by Joyce are another way clients can share New York with their
special groups. For those looking for a comprehensive overview of Manhattan history, Joyce teaches
courses at New York University.NAME OF INSTRUCTOR CLASS NAME
Lloyd Lewis Tropical Drinks at the W
Lloyd Lewis worked in dining services and management at Marriott hotels for over 8 years and also for
New Presbyterian hospital for over 10 years, He has honed his skills as a food and beverage expert for 30
plus years, and is passionate about wine and spirits, and the opportunity to create elevated dining
experiences at The Watermark Brooklyn Heights.
Kfir Kertes Mediterranean Home Cooking: Part Deux
Born and raised in Israel, Chef Kfir Kertes has over 20 years of professional cooking and kitchen
management experience, specializing in creating exciting dishes with attractive presentation and incredible
taste. In 2013, Chef Kertes brought his culinary talents to New York City and has been cooking in the
hospitality industry and leading teams ever since. His passion for food, culture, art and travel are
reflectedin all of his dishes. Kfir is grateful to have the opportunity to work with the Watermark
community.
Vince Stewart The History of Whiskey and Whiskey Tasting
Vince Stewart is a graduate of Florida State University with a BS in Business Management specializing in
Hospitality Management. Vince has worked in the food and beverage industry for over 30 years and has
partnered with a Master Sommelier to create amazing beverage menus in his previous restaurants
Mariany Colombo MariaNY: From NY to Beyond....
Mariany Colombo holds a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and
Marketingand a minor in Political Science, she has since acquired experience in Accounting, Management,
Human Resources and Customer Service. Originally from Brazil, Mariany is fluent in Portuguese. In her free
time, she enjoys traveling, visiting museums, reading, and skiing. Mariany has traveled all over Europe
and South America. As a self-proclaimed "travelholic," Mariany enjoys helping travelers with their plans
and itineraries. Mariany has never been one to live in her own little bubble. Mariany puts it best, "traveling
is extremely eye-opening. I love to watch how people live in other countries, what their traditions are and
learn about their traditions and even celebrate with them. Traveling gives you a new perspective on life
and make you (more) humble of the life you have. When you’re travelling: you can do anything, you can go
anywhere.I am always willing to try new stuff and push my own boundaries because I am in a new place. It
gives me more strength and courage to step out of my comfort zone."NAME OF INSTRUCTOR CLASS NAME
Paulette Thomas-Martin Fabulous Jewelry and Crafting
Since 1972 Paulette has been instrumental in promoting and producing community-based events such as
health and wellness fairs, family days, and energy awareness. She has also served as a volunteer for the
Special Olympics and became a board member of The People with Disabilities Act for Equal Rights where
she assisted in ensuring that people with disabilities has equal representation in the community and
workforce. At Alternative To Violence, a domestic violence agency she worked as a "Women's Advocate
monitoring family court and developed and conducted workshops for battered women, using role-play to
assist her clients in building their self-esteem, self-empowerment, and goal setting. In 1997 Paulette
graduated as a Massage Therapist and established Nubian Ohana a holistic massage practice specializing in
acute and chronic care, addressing the concerns and wellness of seniors and youths.
Presently Paulette is a teaching artist at SAGE Center Harlem, Carter Burden Senior Center, Griot, and The
Children's Village in Harlem. She is also the Vice-President of HarlemYES, Inc. in charge of program
outreach and development. She is instrumental in the development, promotional, and implementation of
the company's workshops and networking events.
Dahlia Ramsay Improvisation Station
Dahlia Lopez Ramsay of the Public Theater is a Magnet Diversity Scholar who has studied improv through
the Magnet Theater since 2015. She has performed with Good At Sports and been guest monologist for
the Armando Diaz Experience. In 2019 she graduated with her Master’s in Applied Theater from CUNY and
has since taught and/or applied improv for groups ranging from sound designers, occupational therapists,
incarcerated New Yorkers, multi-lingual children In Sunset Park and senior citizens in Brownsville,
Brooklyn. Ever a lover of the slower patient scene and re-learning what it means to Listen with a capital L
in life and scene work, she is excited to teach and be taught by all the happy accidents improv offers!INDEPENDENT LIVING • ASSISTED LIVING • MEMORY CARE
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