FALL 2021 & TRIPS - PLUS TRIPS ARE BACK! - Cheltenham Adult School
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
FALL 2021
CLASSES
& TRIPS
Get Creative!
Cooking, Mixology,
Calligraphy and More...
See pages 8-11
NEW CLASSES IN-PERSON & VIA ZOOM
PLUS TRIPS ARE BACK!
215-887-1720 • cheltenhamadultschool.org •Welcome to the Cheltenham Township Adult School COURSES
Our our mission is to foster a community of lifelong learners. Since 1939 CTAS has Dance Languages
provided educational, cultural and recreational opportunities for adults in Cheltenham and Tap Dance I: Beginner & Advanced Beginner...12 French I...............................................21
neighboring communities. We hope you find the offerings in this Fall 2021 catalog as varied Spanish I.............................................21
Tap Dance II: Intermediate & Advanced I.......12
and stimulating as those that have preceded it.
NEW! Latin and Ballroom Dance.................12 Spanish II............................................21
Since many courses fill quickly, we urge students to register early by mail, by phone or at
our website. Don’t be disappointed! Italian I...............................................22
Effective Living
Your early registration may make the difference in whether a course runs since course Basic Italian Conversation II......................22
Downsizing; What To Keep,
cancellation is determined by the number of people signed up before the first class. Sell and Do With the Rest.........................13
Music, Film & Theater
See back cover for registration information. NEW! I Want A Fun Funeral.......................13
20th Century Entertainment:
A Look at Television and Film....................23
PHONE: Exercise, Fitness & Health
215-887-1720 NEW! A Little Enlightenment Music:
Core Fusion..........................................14 Music (around) 1750-1800........................23
EMAIL:
Full Body Workout..................................14
cheltenhamadultschool@gmail.com NEW! 33 Revolutions Per Minute:
Full Body Workout / Core Fusion Combo........14 Music & Social Issues (Profile Series)..........24
WEBSITE:
www.cheltenhamadultschool.org NEW! Mindfulness Meditation Orchestra: Playing for Enjoyment!...............24
MAILING ADDRESS: for Beginners........................................14 Beginning Guitar....................................25
500 Rices Mill Road, Wyncote, PA 19095 Bone Health Workshop............................15 5-String Clawhammer Banjo......................25
NEW! Posture: Why It’s More Harmonica for Beginners .........................25
Than An Aesthetic Ideal...........................15 Piano/Keyboard Level I............................26
COURSES Qigong................................................15 Piano/Keyboard Level II...........................26
T’ai Chi Ch’uan......................................15
Arts, History & WRITING Cooking & TASTING Personal Finance & Investments
Chair Yoga...........................................16
Medicare 101........................................27
NEW! Historic Preservation........................ 4 Pickling................................................ 8 Yoga..................................................16
ABC’s of Estate Planning..........................27
NEW! The Art of Storytelling....................... 4 NEW! Intro To Mixology............................ 8 Intersession Yoga Courses........................16
Advanced Directives
NEW! The French Influence NEW! Mixology Trends 2021....................... 8 Dance-It-Out®.......................................17 And Living Wills....................................27
in Philadelphia:
NEW! Italian Cooking............................... 8 Personal Defense...................................17 The Stock Market Game...........................27
A Talk, A Walk, A Taste............................. 4
EZ Zumba®...........................................17
NEW! Growing Up Victorian........................ 5 Creative Arts Sports
Discovering Your Roots and Family Tree........ 5 Swimming...........................................18
Fundamentals of Drawing.......................... 9 Beginners Pickleball...............................28
Writing That Book: Swim For Fun.......................................18
Foundations of Painting ............................ 9 Intermediate Pickleball............................28
An Introduction And Overview..................... 5 Aquacise.............................................18
Intro To Machine Sewing........................... 9 Beginning Fencing..................................29
Computers & Technology Basic Jewelry Making............................... 9 GAMES Men’s Basketball...................................29
Making Sense of Windows 10..................... 6 Learn To Knit........................................10 NEW! Chess For Beginners.......................19
Microsoft Excel: Level I............................. 6 Intro To Crochet: Bridge I...............................................19 TRIPS
Are You Blog Ready?................................ 6 Beginners Level.....................................10 Bridge: Play ’N Learn..............................19
Crochet Camp: NEW! New York Botanical Gardens..............31
Cyber Security........................................ 7
Experienced.........................................10 House, Garden & Nature NEW! The Battle of Gettysburg...................31
NEW! Solving the WiFi Mystery................... 7
NEW! Knit a Small Sweater.......................10 NEW! Is Beekeeping For You?....................20 NEW! Around Lancaster:
Getting To Know Tales of the Past, Taste of the Present..........32
Your iPhone........................................... 7 Woodworking and A Walk in the Wissahickon........................20
Cabinetmaking......................................11 NEW! Brooklyn II....................................33
Getting To Know Fall and Winter Birding
Your iPhone…Better................................ 7 NEW! Calligraphy—Italics .......................11 In the Delaware Valley.............................20 NEW! Philadelphia Jewish Experience.........33
FALL 2021 1IMPORTANT INFORMATION COURSE CALENDAR
AGE REQUIREMENTS SUNDAY CLASSES....................................................... Sep. 26 through Dec. 5
Any CTAS student younger than 18 years of age must be in high school to be
registered for classes or trips and, with rare exceptions, must be accompanied by WEDNESDAY CLASSES................................................ Sep. 29 through Dec. 8
a parent or guardian who is enrolled in the same course or trip. No children are
permitted on trips or in the buildings during Adult School classes. THURSDAY CLASSES................................................... Sep. 30 through Dec. 9
REFUND AND CREDIT VOUCHER POLICY FRIDAY CLASSES.......................................................... Oct. 1 through Dec. 10
Full refunds will be issued ONLY for a course that has been cancelled by CTAS.
SATURDAY CLASSES.................................................... Oct. 2 through Dec. 11
Students may request a credit voucher, good for one year, if they do the following:
• C
ontact the CTAS Office (215-887-1720) at least two (2) working days before the MONDAY CLASSES........................................................ Oct. 4 through Dec. 6
first class meeting for any course that meets fewer than 3 times.
TUESDAY CLASSES........................................................ Oct. 5 through Dec. 7
• C
ontact the CTAS Office (215-887-1720) within 48 hours after the first class
meeting for any course that meets 3 or more times. NO CLASSES:
PLEASE NOTE: A $10 processing fee will be applied to all credit voucher requests. Election Day: Tuesday, Nov. 2 and
Unfortunately, CTAS cannot issue vouchers or refunds because of changes in a Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, Nov. 24 through Sunday, Nov. 29
student’s personal affairs or health beyond the time limits stated above.
MAKE-UP CLASSES, if needed, will be held one week after the final dates.
TRANSFERS
• A $10 processing fee will be applied to all transfers.
• Please be aware that many courses have a policy of no entry after the first or SCHOLARSHIPS
second class meeting. A limited number of scholarships for CTAS courses are granted to adults who need
• Contact the CTAS Office (215-887-1720) for further information about transfers. financial aid. The Dr. Herman M. Wessel Scholarship is dedicated to the memory of
one of the founders of the School and a longtime Board member. Please telephone
CREDIT VOUCHERS the CTAS office (215-887-1720) for further details and to request a scholarship
Our office has a record of your credit voucher. If you would like to use your credit application. All scholarship requests must be received by Friday, September 17, 2021.
voucher, you will have to register by mail or phone. You will not be able to register
on the website. If the credit voucher does not cover your tuition fee, please remit the NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
difference via check or credit card. If the tuition is less than your credit voucher, you The Cheltenham Township Adult School welcomes students of any race, color, gender
can either donate the difference to CTAS or keep the difference for future use. If you identity, national and ethnic origin to partake of all rights, privileges, programs and
have questions, please email us at cheltenhamadultschool@gmail.com. activities, and does not discriminate in the administration of its educational policies,
scholarships or other school programs.
ZOOM CLASSES OFFER FLEXIBILITY
While many of our classes have returned to in-person, some of our instructors are WE NEED YOUR CONTACT Please bring
continuing to teach via Zoom, so you can take your class from the comfort of your INFORMATION: a mask to class.
home! For many Zoom classes, all you need is a Smartphone. When you sign up for
Your current address, e-mail and phone masks may be required
a Zoom class your teacher will contact you before class with login information.
numbers are extremely important. in order to comply with
If you’ve never Zoomed before, we can walk you through using Zoom. your course’s venue policy.
Should your class be postponed or
changed to another location,
we want you to know.
OR OR OR If you provide your e-mail address,
please check your e-mail and
spam folder frequently.
2 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 3ARTS, HISTORY & WRITING ARTS, HISTORY & WRITING
NEW! HISTORIC PRESERVATION NEW! THE FRENCH INFLUENCE NEW! GROWING UP VICTORIAN WRITING THAT BOOK: AN
In our community, we’re surrounded IN PHILADELPHIA: A TALK, Don’t believe what your TV tells you INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW
by history that makes us who we are. A WALK, A TASTE about Victorian England. Children of If you’ve always wanted to write a
Learn what is involved in preserving Philadelphia all classes grew up exposed to the book but haven’t known where to
historic resources that provide has been Bad, the Ugly, and the Dangerous. start, or if you’ve started but don’t
important lessons of our cultural and the home Join us to learn how filth and disease know what to do next, this course is
political evolution. In conserving, of settlers threatened the entire society. for you. We’ll discuss all aspects of
repairing, restoring and reusing these from France RICHARD HARTMAN: Retired Educator; writing your book: how to get started,
resources, we follow preservation from the Producer, Director and Media Specialist continue and finish a manuscript;
guidelines. We’ll examine these and time of William Penn in 1682. The revising and troubleshooting; what
other key drivers behind the approach French influence in Philadelphia 10 - $38 agents and editors do; and getting it
to preservation work in this class, and the colonies, critical in the Saturday, 10/23 published. There will be time for Q&A.
American Revolutionary War, has 10 a.m. to 12 noon
taught by a restoration architect. JENNIFER HUBBARD: Author of Short
Cheltenham
CLIVE COPPING: Director, Strategic
continued through the years and can Stories, Articles, Essays, Three Novels,
High School
Collaborations/Historic Preservation, CVM; be witnessed in this city’s historic, the Nonfiction Book, Loner in the Garret:
Chair, The Cheltenham Historic Preservation cultural and culinary development. A Writer’s Companion and Other Works
Committee We will meet for a talk at a table 32 - $53
5 - $36 outside the Sister Cities Cafe on 2 Saturdays, 10/9 and 10/16
Thursday, 11/11
Logan Square (18th Street on the 10 to 11:30 a.m.
7 to 8:30 p.m. Ben Franklin Parkway; walk around DISCOVERING YOUR ROOTS Cheltenham High School
Cheltenham High School the Circle stopping at points of clear AND FAMILY TREE
French influence; and then walk to Knowing your roots and coming to
NEW! THE ART OF STORYTELLING Café Cret for an informal “cafe et know better who you are provides
This class provides a history of croissant” (not included in tour fee), personal rewards as ancestors
storytelling and guidelines and about a six minute walk from our become real. In this course,
examples that teach you how to starting point. Throughout the tour, we participants will develop a solid
craft and present entertaining stories. will wear masks and keep safe social skill set in genealogy, finding even
Come to class with your favorite distancing. At Sister Cities we may their most elusive ancestors. Basic
stories in hand. need to look around for a safe table computer skills and access to a
to gather. Please register early, as this computer and the internet are
RICHARD HARTMAN: Retired Educator; tour is limited to 5 participants.
Producer, Director and Media Specialist required. The first class will be an
optional pre-course overview of
Gift
ELISE BROMBERG: Docent/Tour Guide: The
7 - $38 Penn Museum, The Mural Arts Program, FamilySearch for those who need an Certificates
Saturday, 10/9 Philly Touch Tours introduction to how it works. Certificates for CTAS
10 a.m. to 12 noon
Cheltenham High School
13 - $36 GIDEON HILL: Certified in Professional courses and trips
Thursday, 10/14 Genealogical Research, Boston University make excellent gifts!
(Rain Date, Thursday, 10/21) 15 - $84 Call the office at
1 to 2:30 p.m. 215-887-1720 for
7 Mondays, 10/4 to 11/15
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. further information.
Cheltenham High School
(Please note the first class is
approximately 60 to 90 minutes.)
4 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 5COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
MAKING SENSE OF WINDOWS 10 ARE YOU BLOG READY? CYBER SECURITY GETTING TO
Master the features of Windows 10. Since its introduction in 2003, Learn how to protect your computer KNOW YOUR
Learn how to organize files and photos WordPress has brought blogging systems from theft or damage to your IPHONE
in folders, organize the desktop, and and website development to the hardware, software or electronic data. Have your kids—or
print. Please bring to class a PC laptop masses. With it you can get your blog Familiarize yourself with the tricks grandkids—talked
using the Windows 10 operating or website up and running quickly. scammers may use to gain access to to you into buying
system. This course offers an introduction to your electronic devices. Suggestions an iPhone, or have
DAVID GRAUEL: Computer Consultant this amazing open-source website will be offered about virus protection you been advised
platform, which is powerful, easy to plans. that it would help
114 - $87 use and requires a minimal investment SEDERIA BROWN: CEO and Founder of you organize your
3 Saturdays, 10/9 to 10/23 of time and money. Please bring a MadamTechKnow, Providing Computer professional life?
10 a.m. to 12 noon laptop, PC or Mac, to class. Training to Adults and Children Want to find out if it’s for you before
Cheltenham High School making the investment? Discover
DAVID GRAUEL: Computer Consultant 126 - $38 some of the great features of the
MICROSOFT EXCEL: LEVEL I 116 - $87 Saturday, 10/2
iPhone and learn how to become more
10 a.m. to 12 noon
Microsoft Excel is an essential 3 Thursdays, 10/7 to 10/21
Cheltenham High School
productive in this hands-on, two-part
business tool that you want on your 6 to 8 p.m. course. Students who already have
resume. We will learn how to create Cheltenham High School an iPhone should bring it to class.
NEW! SOLVING THE WiFi MYSTERY
basic formulas, work with columns Class size is limited to 10.
What is WiFi? How does it work?
and rows and utilize AutoSum and NINA EPSTEIN: IT Instructor and Consultant
How can the speed be improved?
AutoFill. By the end of class, you’ll
What is a Hotspot? This class, 120 - $48
know how to create spreadsheets,
designed for non-techies, will answer 2 Saturdays, 10/9 and 10/16
budgets and charts. Please bring
these and other questions to help you 10 a.m. to 12 noon
to class a laptop, PC or Mac, with
understand WiFi and improve Internet Cheltenham High School
Microsoft Excel installed.
access in your home. Bring your
DAVID GRAUEL: Computer Consultant mobile devices and we will connect GETTING TO KNOW
125 - $87 them to WiFi as we demystify this YOUR IPHONE…BETTER
3 Thursdays, 10/28 to 11/11 system. This course is designed for anyone
6 to 8 p.m. NINA EPSTEIN: IT Instructor and Consultant who has a basic understanding of the
Cheltenham High School iPhone and wants to learn more. This
127 - $38 interactive, fun class will cover tips,
Saturday, 11/13 tricks, music, photography, apps and
10 a.m. to 12 noon more! Designed for all iPhone models in
Cheltenham High School
current use. Class size is limited to 10.
NINA EPSTEIN: IT Instructor and Consultant
128 - $48
2 Saturdays, 10/30 and 11/6
10 a.m. to 12 noon
Cheltenham High School
PREFER A DAYTIME COURSE?
Look for course numbers printed in coloR.
6 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 7COOKING & TASTING Creative Arts
PICKLING NEW! MIXOLOGY TRENDS 2021 FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAWING
Nothing brings a burst What’s trending in the mixology world? Covering all the basics—shape, Please register early FOR
CREATIVE ARTS CLASSES so
of summer sunshine What are people ordering today? form, light and shadow, as well as
the instructor has time to
to a winter meal like What are bartenders using today? an introduction to perspective—this contact you regarding the
a jar of homemade This lesson includes trending products, course provides a good foundation for supplies needed for class.
pickles. In this hands- cocktails, garnishes, and more. the beginner. More experienced artists
on workshop, you will JUNG PARK: Founder, Cocktail Culture Co.; are also welcome to come to hone
learn about the various B.A., Business Administration, their skills. Please bring a pencil and INTRO TO MACHINE SEWING
types of pickles, the Temple University drawing pad to the first class. And sew it begins!
basics of pickling and the steps to the 337 - $40 WAYNE HIBSCHMAN: B.F.A., Tyler School You will complete three
water bath canning procedure. We’ll of Art of Temple University; Portrait and projects, including a
Tuesday, 11/9
cover equipment, the basic ingredients 7 to 9 p.m.
Illustration Artist great tote bag, while
and utensils needed to pickle at home. ZOOM 50 - $104 learning the basics of
Please bring $5 for supplies. machine sewing, cutting
10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6
MANDEL SMITH: Food Safety and Nutrition NEW! ITALIAN 7 to 9 p.m. and construction. Bring a machine if
Educator, Penn State Extension, Montgomery COOKING Room 254, Cheltenham High School you have one, or you may use ours.
County Expect to spend $40 on supplies.
Join instructor
326 - $36 Vivianna Calabria FOUNDATIONS Class size is limited so please
Tuesday, 10/5 for this one-night-only demonstration OF PAINTING register early.
6 to 8:30 p.m. class. We’ll make marinara sauce, a Beginners, learn step by step about CHELSEA SPERGER: Experienced Sewing
Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote simple and versatile staple of Italian painting materials, color theory Teacher; Owner of The Sewing Room
217 Fernbrook Avenue, Wyncote cooking, as well as two uniquely and mixing, using oil pants, basic 56 - $104
delicious specialties that bring a little techniques, and selecting images and
NEW! INTRO TO MIXOLOGY zing to the table: caponata, a sweet- developing them as paintings. More
4 Tuesdays, 10/19 to 11/9
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
At-home mixology enthusiasts—take and-sour Sicilian appetizer that features advanced artists are also welcome The Sewing Room
your cocktail game to the next level! the flavors of eggplant and capers, to advance their understanding of 703 West Avenue
This crash course to the mixology and pesto, a basil-heavy paste we’ll materials and techniques. Request a Jenkintown
world includes the following topics: make with and without pine nuts, that materials list from the instructor prior
types of liquor, popular liqueurs, accompanies more than just pasta. to the start of class, or receive the list BASIC JEWELRY MAKING
mixers, bar tools, recipes, and more. Our class will cover ingredients, at the first class. Some prior drawing Learn hands-on the basics of jewelry
JUNG PARK: Founder, Cocktail Culture Co.; preparation, and cooking; cultural experience needed. construction, focusing on design,
B.A., Business Administration, background of the dishes; and of WAYNE HIBSCHMAN: B.F.A., closures, findings and materials, and
Temple University course the best part: serving it up and Tyler School of Art of Temple University; make impressive jewelry pieces! Supply
336 - $40 enjoying some together. Please bring Portrait and Illustration Artist
fee of $25 to be paid to instructor for
Tuesday, 10/12 $10 for ingredients. 54 - $104 basic kit. Extra materials/tool list will
7 to 9 p.m. VIVIANNA CALABRIA: First Generation 10 Thursdays, be provided after sign-up. Class size is
ZOOM Italian American; Authentic Italian Cook 9/30 to 12/9 limited so please register early.
327 - $40 7 to 9 p.m. REENA BROOKS: Mixed Media Artist
Room 254,
Tuesday, 12/7
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Cheltenham 57 - $71
High School 4 Tuesdays, 10/19 to 11/9
Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote
217 Fernbrook Avenue, Wyncote 7 to 8:30 p.m.
ZOOM
8 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 9Creative Arts Creative Arts
LEARN TO KNIT CROCHET CAMP: EXPERIENCED WOODWORKING AND NEW! CALLIGRAPHY - ITALICS
In this beginner’s class, we will learn Expand your crochet skills as you create CABINETMAKING The Italic style of Calligraphy is basic
to cast on, knit and purl, and bind off two fun projects working in the round. Learn the essentials of woodworking and easy to learn. All other styles of
and basic increasing and decreasing. You’ll learn how to read stitch diagrams from a master craftsman and teacher, calligraphy come from understanding
When you are done, you will be able to and work patterns in the round using using machinery and hand tools the principles of the Italic hand.
tackle a basic knitting project—even new and familiar crochet stitches. while constructing your own personal The class will start with lower-case
a sweater! You will need a smooth, We will cover setup and method and project. Come with a project in mind. alphabet, move on to capitals and
solid color, worsted weight or heavier put our skills to use by making a beanie Plans for beginners and more advanced continue with numbers, flourishes
yarn and appropriate needles. The and a cowl. Please register early as the woodworkers are available online. In and fancy stuff as time allows. There
instructor can advise you on yarn instructor will contact students prior the first class we will go over your will be homework—as practice is
brand and needle size or can supply to the first class with a supplies list— project, determine the materials and necessary to perfect your skills!
you with a ball of bulky yarn and a set expect to spend $10. tools that you will need and if it is Please bring $20.00 to first class for
of size 10 needles for $12. Class size YOLANDA BOOKER: Experienced Crocheter achievable within ten classes. We ink, pen, nibs and layout pad.
is limited so please register early. and Teacher provide the machines; you provide the KAREN SCHLOSS: Professional Calligrapher,
LISA STOCKEBRAND: Taught Hand Knitting, lumber and the project. If you do not Graphic Artist and Teacher
Moore College of Design; Technician in Textile
63 - $102 own tools, expect to spend about $100.
Conservation, Philadelphia Museum of Art 10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6, 7 to 8 p.m. Students must be 18 years or older. 70 - $93
Faculty Lounge, Cheltenham High School 8 Mondays, 10/4 to 11/22
60 - $64 Register early since class size is limited
7:30 to 9 p.m.
to 12. There is a $5 shop fee to be paid
4 Mondays, 10/4 to 10/25 NEW! KNIT A SMALL SWEATER Room 255, Cheltenham High School
7 to 8:30 p.m.
to the instructor the first night of class
In this advanced for maintenance of equipment.
Cheltenham High School beginner class we will
MEL SHAWL: Professional Cabinetmaker
knit a small sweater
INTRO TO CROCHET:
BEGINNERS LEVEL
(baby or toddler sized) 65 - $162
from the top down. This 10 Mondays,
Learn the stitches, tools, and techniques project will teach you 10/4 to 12/6
you need to get started with crochet. all the skills needed to tackle a grown- 7:15 to 9:45 p.m.
We will cover all aspects of crochet up sized sweater but with much less Room 280,
projects from choosing tools and yarn knitting, so it can be completed faster… Cheltenham
to stitch technique and troubleshooting The instructor will send you a PDF of High School
while making a cowl, dishcloth, or the knitting pattern. Bring one ball of
washcloth. Please register early as the 66 - $162
worsted weight yarn (200 yards) and a 10 Thursdays,
instructor will contact students prior set of US size 8- 24" circular needles, or
to the first class with a supplies list— 9/30 to 12/9
the instructor can supply a complete kit 7:15 to 9:45 p.m.
expect to spend $15. for $20, if you wish. MUST BE ABLE TO Room 280,
YOLANDA BOOKER: Experienced Crocheter CAST-ON, KNIT AND PURL! Class size is Cheltenham
and Teacher limited so please register early. High School
61 - $102 LISA STOCKEBRAND: Taught Hand Knitting,
10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6, 6 to 7 p.m. Moore College of Design; Technician in Textile
Faculty Lounge, Cheltenham High School Conservation, Philadelphia Museum of Art
67 – $90
6 Mondays, 11/1 to 12/6, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Cheltenham High School
10 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 11DANCE EFFECTIVE LIVING
TAP DANCE I - BEGINNER & NEW! LATIN AND DOWNSIZING; NEW! I WANT A FUN FUNERAL
ADVANCED BEGINNER BALLROOM DANCE WHAT TO KEEP, SELL AND Just as you only live once, you only
Learn basic tap steps from Shim Sham Want to have fun while getting some DO WITH THE REST die once! Contemplating your own
to soft shoe, and have fun with your exercise? Social Dance gives you Do you find the whole concept of funeral is not for the faint of heart, but
feet while putting a smile on your face! physical activity, social interaction moving overwhelming? Try including getting some thoughts down on paper
Tap shoes with flat heels will add to and mental stimulation. This class a “neutral third party” in the process. and into the hands of a trusted love
your enjoyment. Due to distancing, is perfect for beginners or for more Learn to plow through a lifetime’s worth one can be the best move you never
class size is limited. experienced dancers who want to of possessions with a clear head and a considered making before. In this
ANN MULKERN: Lifelong Student, Teacher, sharpen their moves. Dances will real plan. Together, we’ll set concrete fun and lively workshop, you’ll get an
Choreographer and Performer of Tap include merengue, cha cha, salsa, goals and discuss the options: sell, easy-to-complete packet that includes
foxtrot, waltz and swing. Partners consign, eBay®, yard sale and donate. everything that needs to be decided.
260 - $121 are recommended but not required. You’ll learn to make the most of what With humor, support, and discussion,
10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6 you decide to keep and how to store a dreaded task becomes not only easy,
7 to 8:30 p.m. DONNA BOYLE: Founder Disco American
Dance Championships, Regional Winner those things safely. You’ll make peace but creative and meaningful. It’s a
Little Theater
on TV’s Dance Fever, Experienced Social with the fact that the entire process is huge gift for your family, and there are
Cheltenham High School Dance Instructor NOT erasing history—it’s preparing for so many more and interesting options
TAP DANCE II - INTERMEDIATE & 277 - $85 a great future! for funerals than ever before. Come
ADVANCED I 8 Tuesdays, 9/28 to 11/16 CAROL SEELAUS: Owner, Private Cleaning learn about them and plan yourself an
7 to 8 p.m. Service; Lecturer; Consultant awesome farewell, and have fun in the
Students progress to jazz routines
Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote process. Please bring $5 to the first
while exploring music of Ellington, 352 - $43 class for materials.
217 Fernbrook Avenue
Brubeck and Hancock. Fun with Saturday, 12/4
Wyncote KYLE TEVLIN: Owner, I Want a Fun Funeral
improvisation and rhythmic games will 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
be included. Tap shoes are required. Cheltenham High School 356 - $38
Due to distancing, class size is limited. Saturday, 10/30
ANN MULKERN: Lifelong Student, Teacher, 10 a.m. to 12 noon
Choreographer and Performer of Tap Cheltenham High School
261 - $121
10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Little Theater
Cheltenham High School HOW DID YOU LIKE YOUR COURSE?
Feedback is vital to us as
we continue to develop programs
to meet your needs and interests.
Love to DANCE? Please call or write; your comments
Check out our will receive our full attention.
DANCE-IT-OUT® Class
on page 17. Contact us at 215-887-1720 or
at cheltenhamadultschool@gmail.com.
12 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 13Exercise, Fitness & Health Exercise, Fitness & Health
CORE FUSION FULL BODY WORKOUT BONE HEALTH WORKSHOP QIGONG
This course for Have fun while toning and shaping If you have been diagnosed with The Chinese believe Qigong brings
all fitness levels your body. This weekly hour-long osteopenia or osteoporosis, you people in touch with Earth’s energy
will strengthen workout will include a warm-up, full have probably heard that exercise and, in turn, the energy inside each
the entire body body conditioning, core strength is important, but do you know what of us. Enjoy a gentle yet vigorous
and improve exercises, plus a cool-down stretch. exercises to do? In this course you program working with our life source
flexibility and core conditioning. You'll Students of all ages and fitness levels will learn the exercises and lifestyle through breathing and relaxation
learn proper form and technique to are welcome. This is a judgment-free changes that can help build bone and movements. Perfect for anyone of any
get maximum results and prevent zone! Please bring a mat and water. prevent injury. We will also examine age who wants improved health and
injuries, personalized to your physical Bring light weights if you have them. the crucial role that posture, balance vitality. Release the stress, boost the
needs and limitations, and provide If you do not have weights, you can and specific exercises have on your energy and lift the spirit.
options for both the beginning and use your own body resistance. bone health. All exercises will be PAUL TADDEI: T’ai Chi Instructor
experienced weight trainer. Bring KAREN TAYLOR-YOUNG: Retired done sitting or standing. Please wear
water, a mat, and handheld weights Professional Dancer with Philadanco, comfortable clothes. 424 - $72
(beginner: 1-2 lbs., intermediate: Opera Ebony, Opera Company of JOANNE FAGERSTROM: Practicing Physical
5 Saturdays, 9/25 to 10/23
3-5 lbs., advanced: 6-8 lbs.) to each Philadelphia; Choreographer; Teacher Therapist; Proprietor, Mindful Physical Please note the early start date
class. We'll introduce resistance bands Therapy, LLC, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
401 - $108 Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote
as an option as the semester goes on. 10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6, 6 to 7 p.m. 409 - $36 217 Fernbrook Avenue, Wyncote
KAREN TAYLOR-YOUNG: Retired ZOOM Tuesday, 10/5
Professional Dancer with Philadanco, Opera 7 to 8:30 p.m. T’AI CHI CH’UAN
Ebony, Opera Company of Philadelphia; FULL BODY WORKOUT / Zoom
Choreographer; Teacher You’ve seen it practiced in a park or
CORE FUSION COMBO
on TV. Now experience it for yourself.
400 - $108 402 - $183 NEW! POSTURE: WHY IT'S MORE T’ai Chi is a powerful slow-moving
10 Wednesdays, 9/29 to 12/8 10 Mondays and 10 Wednesdays, THAN AN AESTHETIC IDEAL martial art with health benefits when
6 to 7 p.m. 9/29 to 12/8, 6 to 7 p.m. When our posture is aligned as it practiced over time. This course will
ZOOM ZOOM is intended to be, everything works teach the Yang family style short-form
better—from our musculoskeletal T’ai Chi warm-up Qigong exercises
system to our breathing to our digestion to warm the lower body. Discover
NEW! MINDFULNESS MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS to our mood. Come to this informative your internal life energy (chi). Wear
Learn the fundamentals of mindfulness practice and how to and engaging workshop and learn comfortable clothes and sneakers or
use them in your daily life. Each class will feature a guided immediate ways you can improve your flat shoes.
meditation on topics such as mindful eating, breathing, and posture and keep it that way.
PAUL TADDEI: T’ai Chi Instructor
movement; body scan; expanding awareness; and loving- JOANNE FAGERSTROM: Practicing Physical
kindness. We recommend daily meditation at home, with Therapist; Proprietor, Mindful Physical 427 - $72
provided audio, to reinforce class instruction. This course is Therapy, LLC, 5 Saturdays, 11/6 to 12/11
designed for those with little to no meditation experience, but all are welcome. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
410 - $36
A few raisins are needed for the first class for a mindful eating exercise. Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote
Monday, 10/4 217 Fernbrook Avenue
JANET MEYERS: Advanced Training in Meditation, Center for Mindfulness, Thomas 7 to 8 p.m.
Jefferson University and The Awareness Training Institute, University of California, Wyncote
Zoom
Berkeley; Occupational Therapist
407 - $90
8 Tuesdays, 10/5 to 11/23, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Zoom
14 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 15Exercise, Fitness & Health Exercise, Fitness & Health
CHAIR YOGA YOGA DANCE-IT-OUT® PERSONAL DEFENSE
This adaptation of classical yoga is Yoga promotes physical and emotional Stressed? Dance-It-Out®! Feel more confident and learn
for those who want the benefits of well-being through postures, breathing Overwhelmed? Dance-It-Out®! Need a techniques to protect yourself and
yoga but prefer not to practice on the and relaxation techniques. Gentle fun workout? Dance-It-Out®! We’ll do others. Basic martial arts techniques
floor. The practice includes stretching, stretching postures and relaxation Zumba®, Retro, a little Hip-Hop and can keep you safe in the event of an
breathing, balance, relaxation, and practices help strengthen, tone Line—four dance styles in one fun- attack. We will explore the basics of
meditation techniques, done while and relax tired muscles. Breathing filled hour for six weeks. Burn calories, punching, kicking and blocking along
sitting or standing next to a chair. practices calm the nerves and increase tone muscles, reduce stress and feel with other martial arts skills. We will
Wear comfortable clothing and bring vitality. Come to class with a light energized. You’ll have a blast while discuss how to find a way out of a
a yoga mat. stomach, wear loose, comfortable blasting away those stubborn pounds dangerous situation. If you are willing
MARYANN GREEN: Yoga Teacher for 25 clothing and bring a yoga mat. and stress. No dance experience to learn and think, you’ll feel safer,
Years; Extensive Study in Dance, MARYANN GREEN: Yoga Teacher; Extensive is necessary in this supportive have some fun and work up a sweat.
Martial Arts and Yoga Study in Dance, Martial Arts and Yoga environment. Wear sneakers and Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
418 - DAYTIME - $120 comfortable clothing so you can “Get A yoga mat for stretching is optional.
420 - DAYTIME - $144 Down Tonight.” Bring a bottle of water
11 Wednesdays, 9/22 to 12/8 11 Wednesdays, 9/22 to 12/8 KEVIN DERR: Personal Self-Defense and
11 a.m. to 12 noon and a towel. WARNING: This class will Martial Arts Teacher; Third Degree Black Belt
9:30 to 10:45 a.m.
Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote create lots of smiles and laughter! in Kempo Tradition of Karate
Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote
217 Fernbrook Avenue, Wyncote 217 Fernbrook Avenue, Wyncote GAYLE HERBERT ROBINSON: ACE Certified 437 - $126
Group Fitness Instructor; Licensed Zumba®
MERIMA SULLLIVAN: MERIMA SULLLIVAN: Sky Foundation 10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Instructor; Cardio Dance
Sky Foundation Instructor Instructor Room 282, Cheltenham High School
417 - EVENINGS - $110 423 - $87
422 - EVENINGS - $120 EZ ZUMBA®
10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6 6 Saturdays, 10/2 to 11/6
10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6 10 to 11 a.m.
6 to 7 p.m. 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Join the fitness party! EZ Zumba® is a
Senior Center, Cheltenham High School Cheltenham slower paced Zumba® fitness course
Room 274, Cheltenham High School High School designed for beginning students and
active older adults. It emphasizes lower
intensity Zumba® moves, focusing
Intersession YOGA courses on balance and range of motion.
Chair Yoga Intersession Combining Latin and international
music and dance moves, this course
419 - $82 offers a dynamic, fun workout for the
6 Wednesdays, 1/5 to 2/9 entire body. Wear comfortable active
11 a.m. to 12 noon wear and sneakers or aerobics shoes.
Bring a water bottle and a small towel.
Yoga Intersession
ELLEN ROMANO: Certified Group Fitness
421 - $85 Instructor
6 Wednesdays, 1/5 to 2/9
9:30 to 10:45 a.m. 443 - $108
10 Tuesdays, 10/5 to 12/7,
Both Intersession Yoga Classes will be 11 a.m. to 12 noon,
taught by Maryann Green and be held at the Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote
Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote, 217 Fernbrook Avenue, Wyncote
217 Fernbrook Avenue, Wyncote
16 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 17Exercise, Fitness & Health GAMES
SWIMMING
All students must supply their own towels, bathing suits and combination locks NEW! CHESS FOR BEGINNERS
for lockers. Students are advised to check with their physicians before starting any This beginner’s chess class on Zoom will include
exercise course. The Cheltenham High School pool water temperature is set at a basic chess instruction, covering opening principles,
level to facilitate interscholastic competition. It is not set at a therapeutic level. middlegame strategy, tactics, endgame strategy and
checkmates. Students will practice the principles they
BEGINNER courses are specifically EVE MARCOLINA: Coordinator, learn though friendly competition and will emerge with
designed for the adult who cannot Red Cross WSI Certified Teacher
a mastery of basic concepts.
swim. Progress is made through JANET LECH-PICADO:
MATHEW MARTELLO: Experienced Chess Teacher; 3-Time First
the Standard American Red Cross Red Cross WSI Certified Teacher
Place Finisher in Chess Competitions; 2019 9th Place Finisher,
Beginner Program of instruction. World Open U2000 Tournament
470 - BEGINNER - $104
ADVANCED BEGINNER courses 235 - $88
are for adults who have had limited
472 - ADV. BEG. - $104
8 Tuesdays, 10/5 to 11/23
experience in swimming and its 474 - INTERMEDIATE - $104 7 to 8 p.m.
associated skills and who desire 10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6, 8 to 9 p.m. ZOOM
further expert instruction before
venturing into deep water. 471 - BEGINNER - $104
INTERMEDIATE courses are for adults 473 - ADV. BEG. - $104 BRIDGE I BRIDGE: PLAY 'N LEARN
who are able to maintain themselves 475 - INTERMEDIATE - $104 Don’t miss hours of pleasure because This course is for bridge players who
in deep water. 10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9, 9 to 10 p.m. you think bridge is too difficult to want to improve their game. Each
learn. This course is an introduction class will begin with a brief lesson,
for novices to this challenging game, at a beginner or intermediate level,
SWIM FOR FUN although it’s best if you’ve played on some aspect of bidding or play.
Swim for fun is zoned only in the deep end of the pool under the watchful care other card games. We’ll start at the Then we’ll spend the rest of the
of our staff and lifeguards. Go home feeling toned but relaxed. very beginning and work up through class playing bridge, both to practice
the basics. Class instruction combined the week’s topic and for general
476 - $81 with lots of actual playing of hands enjoyment. During this play the
10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6, 9 to 9:45 p.m. makes the game easy and pleasant to teacher will be available to help and
477 - $81 learn. No partner is necessary. to answer questions. Each class will
10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9, 8 to 8:45 p.m. WES POWERS: American Contract Bridge have lots of play with the right amount
League Accredited Teacher; Life Master of instruction to help students on the
AQUACISE Player road to mastery.
Enjoy feeling weightless as you exercise in
the shallow end. These aquatic routines are
230 - $118 WES POWERS: American Contract Bridge
League Accredited Teacher; Life Master Player
low-impact aerobic exercises. Everyone is 10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9
expected to get wet. Please bring two empty 7 to 9 p.m. 231 - $118
Cheltenham High School 8 Wednesdays, 9/29 to 11/17
16-ounce or larger water bottles with caps.
1 to 3:30 p.m.
478 - $87 Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote
10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6, 9 to 9:45 p.m. 217 Fernbrook Avenue, Wyncote
479 - $87
10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9, 8 to 8:45 p.m.
18 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 19House, Garden and Nature Languages
NEW! IS BEEKEEPING FOR YOU?
Have you ever wanted to help bee FRENCH I
populations but worried about the If you’ve never studied French before or
complexity of keeping bees—not to have forgotten the French you learned in
mention the stings! Don’t let these school, you can quickly pick up the language
concerns keep you from trying this in this active, supportive and entertaining
important and rewarding activity. course. Start building vocabulary and
Find out if you have what it takes to grasping grammar through illustrations
be a beekeeper, and get the chance to and dialogue about favorite activities, food,
dive into an actual hive. We’ll discuss culture and travel plans. Please purchase the following textbook:
the costs of keeping bees, strategies, Barron’s French Now, Level 1 by Christopher Kendris, 5th edition.
time commitment, best practices, and DAVID BALOSA: Ph.D., Language, Literacy, and Culture, University of Maryland
safety precautions. Our last class is a Baltimore County (UMBC); French Teacher and English as a Second Language Specialist,
visit to local bee hives. School District of Philadelphia
NICHOLAS LODISE, III: Experienced Bee 129 - $126
Keeper; Owner/Operator: Bee Happy Honey, 10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Hives & Supplies FALL AND Cheltenham High School
207 - $66 WINTER BIRDING
3 Thursdays, 10/7 to 10/21 IN THE DELAWARE VALLEY
6 to 7:30 p.m. and Despite the weather, fall and winter SPANISH I SPANISH II
Saturday, 10/23, 8 a.m. can be some of the best seasons Are you taking a trip to a Spanish- This continuation of Spanish I will
Cheltenham High School for bird watching in the Delaware speaking country? Have you always cover the vocabulary of various topics;
Valley, as many species of raptors wanted to learn Spanish but haven’t idiomatic expressions; more advanced
A Walk in the Wissahickon and passerines fly south through had time? This is the perfect course weather expressions; prepositions;
If you love the Wissahickon and have the area on their way to winter for you, a student with no previous some negative expressions;
always wanted to learn the identity of quarters. Eagles, falcons, sparrows knowledge of Spanish or wishing to comparative expressions; irregular
various plants that grow there, here and waterfowl stay in the area for review basic skills. Study the basics of and reflexive verbs; and imperfect
is your opportunity. Spend a beautiful the winter or continue on to South the Spanish language and culture with and preterite tenses. We will have
day with plant enthusiast, Ken LeRoy, and Central America. This class will special emphasis on conversation. readings on cultural customs, recipes
studying the different species of plants teach where and when to observe Short cultural and literary readings and Spanish art and proverbs. Please
and trees found there. Bring water, a this natural phenomenon and how may be included. Please bring to the register early as the instructor will
snack and wear hiking shoes. Meet at to identify these species using field first class Spanish Now, Level I by contact students prior to the first
Valley Green Inn in Fairmount Park. marks, song and behavior. We will Ruth Silverstein, available at Barnes class with a materials list—expect to
KENNETH LEROY: Certified Arborist, Temple take field trips to local hotspots. & Noble and www.amazon.com. spend $15.
University and Morris Arboretum; Member, CLIFF HENCE: Graduate, Pennsylvania Master CYNTHIA ROGAN DE RAMIREZ: Translator; STACEY LUDRICK: B.A., Temple University;
International Society of Arboriculture; Naturalist Program; Volunteer, Fish and Tutor and Interpreter in Spanish and M.A., Gwynedd Mercy College; Recipient of
Co-Owner, Green Earth Enterprises, LLC Wildlife Service; Leader of Bird and Butterfly Italian; Institute for Foreign Languages of the 2008 Lindback Distinguished Teaching
Walks at Tinicum Wildlife Refuge Doylestown Award
223 – $42
Saturday, 10/16 (Rain date 10/23) 224 - $66 134 - $126 136 - $126
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 4 Thursdays, 9/30 to 10/21 10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9 10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6
Valley Green Inn 7 to 8:30 p.m. 6 to 7:30 p.m. 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Valley Green Road and Cheltenham High School Zoom Cheltenham High School
Wissahickon Creek
20 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 21Languages Music, Film & Theater
ITALIAN I NEW! BASIC ITALIAN 20TH CENTURY ENTERTAINMENT: NEW! A LITTLE ENLIGHTENMENT
If you’re planning a trip to Italy and CONVERSATION II A LOOK AT TELEVISION AND FILM MUSIC: MUSIC (around) 1750-1800
want a basic grasp of the language, Learn to speak Italian proficiently and A spirited look at the roots of the An exploration
this course is for you! You’ll learn with ease when interacting with native American entertainment industry of the period
vocabulary, basic grammar and speakers. In this course that uses the focused on film and television. known as the
useful phrases for shopping, dining communicative approach to language In our first session, Century of Movie “Classical” era
and getting around. We will use a learning, students will continue Memories, we’ll pay tribute to classic of Western
communicative approach for language practicing with il futuro semplice movies from the streets of Philly to European
instruction. Please bring Barron’s (future tense), learn the l'imperfetto Hollywood Boulevard, to those behind concert music,
Learn Italian the Fast and Fun Way, (imperfect), il condizionale and il the camera and up front, and discuss including a
ISBN: 978-1-4380-7496-2 to the first condizionale passato (present and what they mean to you, the film buff. sampling of
class. past conditional tenses), il congiuntivo In our second session, Through the works by C.P.E.
CYNTHIA ROGAN DE RAMIREZ: Translator; (the subjunctive), and learn to make TV Lens: The Fabulous 50’s, we’ll ride Bach, J.C. Bach,
Tutor and Interpreter in Spanish and comparisons using il comparativo a magic time machine back to January Gluck, Haydn,
Italian; Institute for Foreign Languages of (comparative degree). Students will 28, 1956 to watch News and Reviews, Mozart, early Beethoven and others.
Doylestown also be introduced to numerous an “on air” magazine, built around We will look at the important forms
146 - $126 idiomatic, everyday expressions, a hilarious Honeymooners episode and musical elements of the era, as
10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9 and falsi amici (false cognates), and of the same date. Join us to relive well as the historical and cultural
7:45 to 9:15 p.m. will use those as well as the other highlights from the worlds of news, context, and composer biographies.
Zoom material acquired in this course in music, movies, television, sports, DAVID HEITLER-KLEVANS: B.M.,
role plays, storytelling, dialogues, commercials and more Composition, Oberlin Conservatory; Full-time
and debates. We will also continue RICHARD SPECTOR: Educator; Entertainer; Musician/Teaching Artist, TWO OF A KIND
exploring the art, music, cuisine, Owner, MOVIEHOUSE PRODUCTIONS 21 - $112
and other cultural aspects of Italian
civilization and society. Students who
20 - $53 8 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9
2 Wednesdays, 11/3 and 11/10 (No class 10/7 and 10/14.)
have taken two to three semesters of 7 to 8:30 p.m.
7 to 8:30 p.m.
college level Italian or the equivalent Cheltenham High School
ZOOM
are welcome to join us for this course.
Please have Practice Makes Perfect:
Italian Conversation, Premium Second
Edition, ISBN: 978-1-2600-2620-7 for
the first class in either book, e-book or
Kindle format.
JONATHAN NEEDHAM: Ph.D., Middlebury
College; Associate Teaching Professor
of French and Italian Studies, Penn State
Abington
147 - $126
10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Cheltenham High School
22 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 23Music, Film & Theater Music, Film & Theater
NEW! 33 REVOLUTIONS PER ORCHESTRA: PLAYING
MINUTE: MUSIC & SOCIAL ISSUES FOR ENJOYMENT! BEGINNING GUITAR
(Profile Series) Experience the joy of reviving past It’s been on your bucket list, or you have a guitar hanging around waiting to
We will explore connections between skills on a musical instrument. What be played...come join us! You will learn enough basic chords, various strums
music and political issues and better inspiration than performing and easy finger picking to get you started in accompanying all kinds of songs.
movements for social change, and we in an orchestra!? Join your fellow Everyone welcome!
will think critically about the varying musicians who may have played JAY KLALES: Guitar Instructor, Musician
effectiveness of political music. This earlier in life, and now would like to
is a new class with the focus on experience again the joy of playing. 24 - $98
individual artists (and groups) who Participants will be helped with 10 Saturdays, 10/2 to 12/11, 10 to 11 a.m.
have created a significant body of the fundamentals of orchestral Zoom
work related to social justice and playing through weekly rehearsals.
political protest, such as Phil Ochs, All standard orchestral or band
Buffy Sainte-Marie, Gil Scott-Heron, instruments are welcome. And all 5-STRING CLAWHAMMER BANJO HARMONICA FOR BEGINNERS
Victor Jara, Holly Near, Sweet Honey levels are welcome, from middle The origins of the clawhammer-style Learn to play simple traditional folk
in the Rock, Emma's Revolution, The school to professional. You must banjo extend as far back as at least songs and elementary blues on one
Prince Myshkins, Roy Zimmerman, provide your own instrument and have the 1800’s. It came to the New World of America's most popular, portable
and Randy Rainbow. The class will a reasonable technical level, as well as with enslaved Africans and their gourd instruments - the harmonica. We’ll
include a PowerPoint, and in addition the ability to read music. Invite your instruments. The banjo style evolved cover basic techniques such as
to recorded examples, the instructor family and friends to a concert at the and merged with other instruments, bending, trilling, tongue-blocking,
will also play his guitar and sing some last class to enjoy the fruits of your including the fiddle. The Civil War vibrato, and wah-wah, giving
of the songs in class. labor. It is strongly recommended that provided an opportunity to merge the individual attention to each student.
DAVID HEITLER-KLEVANS: B.M., students register early. easily portable fiddle and banjo in a No musical background is required.
Composition, Oberlin Conservatory; Full-time musical marriage that remains alive Bring a 10-hole diatonic key of C
JACK MOORE: Conductor, Old York Road
Musician/Teaching Artist, TWO OF A KIND and Ambler Symphonies; Former Program to this day. After learning the basic major harmonica (such as the Hohner
Director at WRTI clawhammer bum-ditty strum, we Special 20, the Hohner Marine Band
22 - $112 will build as you are able by adding model 1896, or equivalent) to the first
8 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6 23 - $121 hammer-ons, pull-offs, slides, double class. Required text may be purchased
(No class 10/11 and 10/18) 10 Mondays, 10/4 to 12/6
7 to 8:30 p.m.
thumbing, and more. We will get the for $10.00. (Optional: You may record
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Cheltenham High School beginners going with the basic bum- classes). Class size is limited so
Room 178
Cheltenham High School
ditty strum that gives the clawhammer please register early.
style its drive. Those who have some SETH HOLZMAN: B.A., Music, Syracuse
clawhammer experience can expand University; Performed with Muddy Waters,
their repertoires and share their skills Koko Taylor and Ronnie Earl; Currently
with the others in the class. This Performs with Stevie & The Bluescasters
course is appropriate for beginner and 27 - $103
intermediate players. 5-string banjo 8 Thursdays, 9/30 to 11/18
required. 6 to 7:15 p.m.
LARRY TOTO: Banjo Player; Teacher Zoom
26 - $98
10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9
7 to 8 p.m.
Cheltenham High School
24 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 25Music, Film & Theater Personal Finance & Investments
PIANO/KEYBOARD LEVEL I PIANO/KEYBOARD LEVEL II MEDICARE 101 ADVANCED DIRECTIVES
This course for students who have This course is for pianists who have Choosing the right Medicare plan AND LIVING WILLS
never played the piano will incorporate basic piano skills and knowledge and doesn’t have to be daunting. For those What if you could no longer speak for
theory, repertoire, technique (scales/ are ready to learn more diverse piano turning 65 in the next six months, we yourself? How do you want to spend
chords), and general performance repertoire. Please bring to the first discuss how Medicare works, consider the last weeks, days or hours of your
skills, while encouraging a love of class, Group Piano for Adults: all options, and review a real life life? We will review a standard Living
playing piano. Please bring to the Book 1, Second Edition, by E.L. example of the Rx “donut hole.” Will/Advanced Directive form and go
first class Group Piano for Adults: Lancaster and Kenon Renfrow. It is For those currently on a Medicare over terminology and explanations.
Book 1, Second Edition, by E.L. available on Amazon and at Alfred. plan, we discuss how to save on your By the end of class you should be able
Lancaster and Kenon Renfrow. It is com. (A used copy, missing the CD, Medicare insurance using real life to have a conversation with your loved
available on Amazon and at Alfred. would be fine.) Be ready to share with examples. ones about end of life and quality
com. (A used copy, missing the CD, the class a piece you would like to ALLEN HEFFLER: ChFC; CLU; President, of life concerns, and complete your
would be fine.) Students should have a learn. Students should have a piano or MyMedicareAdvisor, Helping People with own living will. Please bring $5 for
piano or keyboard (88 weighted keys) keyboard (88 weighted keys) available Their Medicare Decisions materials.
available to practice at home. Class to practice at home. Class size is 150 - $38 MARTHA FROM: Palliative Care
size is limited so please register early. limited so please register early. Nurse Practitioner, Abington Hospital-
Monday, 11/1 Jefferson Health
IAN SADOCK: Master of Music Degree, IAN SADOCK: Master of Music Degree, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
University of the Arts; Award-winning Pianist University of the Arts; Award-winning Pianist Cheltenham High School 155 - $38
and Composer and Composer
Saturday, 10/2
28 - $131 29 - $136 ABC'S OF ESTATE PLANNING 10 a.m. to 12 noon
10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9 10 Thursdays, 9/30 to 12/9 Learn how you can protect your Cheltenham High School
9:30 to 11 a.m. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. family and assets by using wills,
Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote Calvary Presbyterian Church of Wyncote trusts, powers of attorney and living THE STOCK MARKET GAME
217 Fernbrook Avenue, Wyncote 217 Fernbrook Avenue, Wyncote wills. Examine how federal estate and Learn to “play” the stock market by
Pennsylvania inheritance taxes affect investing imaginary money in real
your estate, and review how recent tax stocks. We’ll learn about the various
changes may affect your estate plan. indices, how to buy and sell different
Explore estate planning techniques to types of orders, how to read the Wall
reduce your tax liability and minimize Street Journal and annual reports,
probate costs. Find out how to title and the pros and cons of various
real estate and other assets. Bring investment vehicles. No one loses a
your estate planning questions. cent in this fun game, and everyone
BONNIE OSTROFSKY: Columbia Law School; gains understanding!
Attorney; Seminar Leader GLORIA LEIBIG: First Vice-President,
Wells Fargo Advisors
154 - $40
Thursday, 10/28 162 - $90
6:45 to 9 p.m. 8 Mondays, 10/4 to 11/22
Cheltenham High School 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Cheltenham High School
26 www.cheltenhamadultschool.org FALL 2021 27You can also read
