Winter 2015 Table of Contents Introduction 2 - 3 Calendar 4 Academic Program 5 - 10 Art Program 11 - 13 Registration Form 14 - 18 On the Road Program 19 General Program 20 - 21 Technology Program 22 - 23 Dance Program 24 Hobby and Sports Program 25 - 28 Fitness and Yoga Program 29 - 31 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Sponsors Information Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30-4:30 Address: 193 Danbury Road, Ridgefield CT, 06877 Phone: 203-431-7000 Email: [email protected] Web: www.founders-hall.org Facebook: Founders Hall Ridgefield Registration The Founders Hall Fall Semester begins on Monday, January 5. Most classes are offered in a ten-week semester system. Fitness classes are offered on a monthly basis instead of as part of the semester system so that they may run continuously throughout the year. Registration for fitness classes for 2015 opened October 21, 2014. Please call regarding available spaces for 2015. Please complete the form on pages 15-18 of this book and return it to Founders Hall with separate payment for each class. If more people are interested in a class than there are available spaces, we will use a random lottery to assign places. All registrations received by 4:30pm on Monday, December 8, 2014 will be included in any necessary lotteries. If there is not space for you in a class, we will call you and return your check to you. If you are signing up with another person, please indicate this on your registration forms noting which class or trip you are attending together. Our special thanks to the generous sponsors who help us keep class and program fees at a minimum: Academic Program: Rudy & Sally Ruggles Nick & Anita Donofrio Art Program: The Wadsworth Russell Lewis Trust Fund Philanthropic Youth Council Fitness Program: Paul and Johanna Laszig Trust Barker Welfare Foundation Hobby & Sport Program: The Wadsworth Russell Lewis Trust Fund Ridgefield Parks and Recreation Social Events: Laurel Ridge Health Care Center Program Fees Do you know that even with the help of sponsors, the program fees you pay cover just a small portion of what our programs actually cost to provide? We hope you’ll consider making a donation to Founders Hall this year to help cover the difference. We look forward to seeing you in our classes and at our programs. Closing and Cancellation Founders Hall closings for inclement weather will be posted on: www.founders-hall.org WTSB (channel 3) WTNH (channel 8) Programs are subject to change and/or cancellation. 2 3 WINTER 2015 CALENDAR December 2. . . . . . . . . Trip: Holiday Inn at the Goodspeed Opera House December 5. . . . . . . . . Christmas Tea Sponsored by Laurel Ridge Health Care December 8. . . . . . . . . New Member Coffee F O U N DERS H ALL W INT ER 2015 Academic Program The Academic Program is generously sponsored by Rudy and Sally Ruggles and Nick and Anita Donofrio December 8. . . . . . . . . Winter 2015 registrations due by 4:30pm December 11. . . . . . . . Holiday Party Sponsored by Fairfield County Bank December 25. . . . . . . . Closed in observance of Christmas December 26. . . . . . . . Founders Hall Closed January 1. . . . . . . . . . . Closed in observance of New Year’s January 5. . . . . . . . . . . Winter Semester begins January 9. . . . . . . . . . . Great American Songbook Tea January 16. . . . . . . . . . Seminar: Social Security AARP Smart Driver Course Founders Hall sponsors this course, which will familiarize drivers with new traffic laws and regulations, new roadways, changes and updates on cars, safety procedures and tips, and adapting to driving as you get older. These four-hour classes, which take place at Ridgefield Crossings, are scheduled for December 2, 2014, January 20, March 17, May 19, July 14, September 15, and November 17, 2015. Be sure to check with your auto insurance company, as rates may be reduced after completion of the course. New York residents must check with their insurance company before enrolling for any of the Ridgefield classes to make sure the insurance company approves, because New York State mandates a six-hour course and Connecticut mandates a four-hour course. Please call Kay Van Den Ameele at (203) 431-3183 for registration and more information. January 22. . . . . . . . . . Movie Night January 30. . . . . . . . . . Seminar: Rides For Ridgefield February 5. . . . . . . . . . Distinguished Speaker: Gerald Steichen February 13. . . . . . . . . Rice Tasting February 20. . . . . . . . . Seminar: Antique American Clocks March 13 . . . . . . . . . . Cheese Tasting March 16 . . . . . . . . . . New Member Coffee March 16 . . . . . . . . . . Spring Semester registrations due by 4:30pm All Things Venetian: Part Two An in-depth study of the history, art, festivals, architecture and landmarks of this unique city of canals is presented via beautiful powerpoint photos. This semester’s highlights will include Venetian glass, the artistry of gondolas, the Fenice Opera House with a stop at the Venetian Film Festival and Harry’s Bar, a tour of the Grand Canal, a study of artists Tintoretto and Veronese, a visit to the Jewish Ghetto and a discussion of the high water problem facing the city. The course is designed for those who have visited Venice, are planning a trip, or wish to visit this fascinating city from the comfort of their upholstered chairs. Instructor: Toni McKeen First Class: January 7 Section 1 Wednesday 10:30AM-12:00PM Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) Section 2 Wednesday 1:15-2:45PM Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) March 25 . . . . . . . . . . Performance: A Trip Down Tin Pan Alley 4 5 F OUND E R S H A L L W I N TE R 2015 F O U N DERS H ALL W INT ER 2015 Academic Program (Continued) The Art of Writing Calling all writers! Come join a phenomenal group of your peers in this class. Whether you are a novice or advanced writer, interested in fiction, memoir, or poetry, there is something here for you. Members of the group will write, revise, share their work and have fun in a supportive environment. Each week, the instructor will offer in-class writing opportunities, prompts and ideas for take-home writing, and lead constructive critiques. Tuesday 10:30AM-12:00PM First Class: January 13 Instructor: Cheryl Panosian Haddad Fee: $25/$30NR (9 Sessions) Book Discussion Join your friends, new and old, for a monthly book discussion. Books may be available at the Front Desk. January 8 Death at La Fenice by Donna Leon February 12 The Wedding by Dorothy West March 12 The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson Thursday 3:00-4:30PM Facilitator: Mary Rindfleisch of Ridgefield Library Continuing his exploration of the development of the concerto, Michael Lankester examines the work of eight more composers who, each in their own way, have expanded and changed the very nature of concerto form. Berlioz - Harold in Italy Mendelssohn - Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 Chopin - Piano Concertos Nos 1 & 2 Tchaikowsky - Violin Concerto in D major, Op.35 Sibelius - Violin Concerto in D minor, Op.47 Ravel - Piano Concerto in G & Piano Concerto for the Left Hand Walton - Violin Concerto Bartok - Concerto for Orchestra Instructor: Michael Lankester Section 1 Thursday 10:30AM-12:00PM Section 2 Thursday 1:00-2:30PM First class: January 29 Fee: $25/$30NR (8 Sessions) Fee: $25/$30NR (8 Sessions) Great Books, Great Discussions No Charge Current Events Discussion Share your thoughts on a variety of current event topics in an informal discussion format. Personal participation is encouraged in this interactive group. Wednesday 10:00-11:30AM First class: January 7 Facilitator: Bill Monti Fee: $10/$12NR (10 Sessions) 6 The Concerto II Enthusiastic readers will use the Shared Inquiry method for discussion of the enduring ideas of the world’s great thinkers. Thematic selections of great literature provided in The Short Story Omnibus ($35) will be the focus for a thoughtful, respectful discussion. Books are available through the registration form or through the Great Books Foundation (www.store.greatbooks.org). The selection for the first meeting is “The Ledge” by Lawrence Sargent Hall. Wednesday 12:30 - 2:00PM First class: January 7 Facilitator: Brenda Chapman Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) 7 F OUND E R S H A L L W I N TE R 2015 F O U N DERS H ALL W INT ER 2015 Great Decisions Italian: Beginners Continuing Developed by the Foreign Policy Association in 1954, the Great Decisions program is the oldest and largest grassroots world affairs educational program of its kind in the country. It is designed to bring citizens of all ages together in a study group to learn more about and exchange views on foreign policy issues of vital interest to our country. The program provides a common set of materials in the form of a briefing book of readings about the selected topics and a related video featuring subject experts in order to help participants reach informed opinions on policy options. In addition, time will also be set aside during each meeting for discussion of immediate international events. The Founders Hall Great Decisions program received the Frank R. Cella Memorial Award in 2010 in recognition of its superb achievement, exemplary leadership and commendable advancement of the Foreign Policy Association program. The cost of the briefing book is included in the fee. Monday 10:30AM-12:30PM First Class: January 12 This continuing class is for those with little knowledge of Italian. The emphasis will be on speaking, but there will be some focus on grammar, reading and writing. The book to be used for the class may be purchased from Ms. Schaffer at the start of the semester. Class will not meet February 2 or 9. Monday 8:30-10:00AM First Class: January 5 Instructor: Rita Schaffer Fee: $25/$30NR (8 Sessions) Discussion Leader: Doug Coombs Fee: $30/$36NR (8 Sessions) History: American Revolution Come join us as we look at the American Revolution from the British perspective. Nick Bunker explains to us “the dissolution of the mighty - but woefully overextended - British Empire, and in particular its thirteen colonies in North America.” He focuses on economic realities and how British leadership did not recognize all the warning signs that led to this ending. It was not just about tea. An Empire on the Edge: How Britain Came to Fight America by Nick Bunker will be used for the class and may be ordered for $23 using the registration form. Wednesday 3:15-4:30PM First Class: January 7 Instructor: Mike Settanni Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) Investments Discussion Designed to be an interactive discussion of investment topics, this ongoing series of seminars will provide helpful information on investment resources and review general investment principles. In addition, discussion will be focused on current developments and their direct impact on stock, bond, mutual fund and other investment vehicles. Your thoughts and questions will be welcomed. Some elementary level of investment knowledge is helpful. Tuesday 10:00-11:30AM First Class: January 6 Facilitators: D. Campbell, M. Price, A. Levine Fee: $10/$12NR (10 Sessions) 8 Italian: Continuing This class is for those who have taken Beginners Italian or have a prior knowledge of the language. The emphasis will be on speaking, but there will be some focus on grammar, reading and writing. This is a good class for those planning a trip to Italy or for those who just want to experience the beauty of the Italian language. Classes will not meet February 2 through February 12. Level 4 Monday 10:00-11:30AM First Class: January 5 Level 3 Thursday 10:00-11:30AM First Class: January 8 Instructor: Rita Schaffer Fee: $25/$30NR (8 Sessions) The Joy of Looking at Art: Romanticism and Its Influences Curious about art history and contemporary art? This series will explore a variety of modern and contemporary art issues in an entertaining and accessible manner. It will focus on taking the mystique out of visual art by teaching techniques of seeing, describing, relating to, and interpreting the images of today’s vernacular. Meant for every palate - from novice to art aficionado - the program is user-friendly and will include clear explanations of issues that have surrounded historical art pieces - and that continue to surround new works of art - as well as insider tips relating to exhibitions currently on view at CT and NY museums and galleries. Be sure to register for the Yale Art Gallery trip on March 19 which will be a feature of this class. Please note: Class will not meet January 27. Section 1 Tuesday 1:00-2:30PM First Class: January 13 Section 2 Tuesday 3:00-4:30PM First Class: January 13 Instructor: Suzanne Enser-Ryan Fee: $25/$30NR (8 Sessions) 9 F OUND E R S H A L L W I N TE R 2015 Spanish Beginning Continued The emphasis will be on conversation, basic pronunciation, exploring the culture and fun. Section 1 Wednesday 11:30-12:45 Section 2 Friday 1:00-2:15PM Instructor: Maria Cinta Lowe grammar, building vocabulary, First Class: January 7 First Class: January 9 Fee: $25/$30NR (8 Sessions) Spanish: Continuing Intermediate Continue with development of conversational skills, grammar, expanding vocabulary, culture, pronunciation and fun. Friday 11:00AM-12:30PM First Class: January 9 Instructor: Maria Cinta Lowe Fee: $25/$30NR (8 Sessions) Spanish Conversation This conversational group will offer an opportunity for participants to practice and improve their Spanish. Intermediate skills and working vocabulary are required. Wednesday 1:00-2:15PM First Class: January 7 Instructor: Maria Cinta Lowe Fee: $25/$30NR (8 Sessions) Writing Workshop If you have always wanted to do some writing but have never gotten around to it, here’s your chance. Write your personal essays, memoirs, poems or short stories at home and once a week meet with your classmates to read your material in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere that aims to make everybody’s manuscripts the best they can be. This program will sharpen your writing skills while you enjoy the company of like-minded classmates. Class participants will be limited to 14. Monday 2:00-4:00PM First Class: January 5 Moderator: Anton Deiters Fee:$25/$30NR (10 Sessions) 10 F O U N DERS H ALL W INT ER 2015 Art Program The Art Program is sponsored by The Wadsworth Russell Lewis Trust Fund Drawing: I Can Draw This is a basic drawing class for beginning artists, artists who haven’t had pencil in hand for years, or artists who have always wanted to take a crack at drawing. Martha believes we’re all artists and has created the class as a series of exercises designed to experience drawing as a skill-set and to teach students how to really see. The emphasis is on process far more than product. (We’re not going to the Louvre to hang our art, folks, but you’ll likely be delighted with the process.) Monday 11:00AM -1:00PM First class: January 5 Instructor: Martha Talburt Fee: $35/$42NR (10 Sessions) Beginning Portraiture In this class, Martha builds a bridge from basic drawing skills to the more specific art of drawing portraits. Students study facial anatomy, from the skull outward including facial features and their placement and how to create the effect of light and shadow on the face. Completion of the I Can Draw class is a prerequisite for this course. Tuesday 12:30-2:30PM First Class: January 6 Instructor: Martha Talburt Fee: $35/$42NR (10 Sessions) Advanced Portraiture - Workshops The goal of this class is to help students draw from models by careful observation of details. Workshops will include: Values and modeling form, Sighting, Determining axis, tilt of head and perspective, Proportioning, Texture : hair, clothing etc, Expression- capturing likeness and the spirit of the subject. In this class we will work from both photographs and live models. Prerequisite : basic drawing, at least one portraiture class with Martha and a desire to stretch your knowledge base. Monday 2:00-4:00PM First Class: January 5 Instructor: Martha Talburt Fee: $35/$42NR (10 Sessions) 11 F OUND E R S H A L L W I N TE R 2015 Advanced Portraiture - Life Drawing Students work each week from a new, live model. Class is unstructured. During the last half-hour, we will critique our work. Prerequisite - basic drawing classes from Martha. Sixteen students is the maximum for this class. A model fee of $25 will be collected at the first class. Tuesday 3:00-5:00PM First Class: January 6 Instructor: Martha Talburt Fee: $35/$42NR (10 Sessions) Drawing: Studio Class This is a non-structured class which has evolved into each student doing his or her own work, putting into practice what’s been learned in Martha’s other courses. Class members - all intermediate or advanced artists - choose from a full file of model photographs or something they bring from home to work on. Martha assists individuals in these efforts, moving through the classroom critiquing, demonstrating and always validating. Varied choice of drawing medium is encouraged. A major focus is on completed compostion. Tuesday 9:30-11:30AM First Class: January 6 Instructor: Martha Talburt Fee: $35/$42NR (10 Sessions) Oil Painting Beginners will learn oil painting techniques including how to choose and use equipment, mix colors, create light and shadow and prep a canvas or masonite. More experienced artists will cover dimension, tone, the importance of palettes, color mixing, textures, and placement of subject matter. Canvas fee is $3, payable in class. Section 1 Wednesday 1:00-3:00PM First Class: January 7 Section 2 Wednesday 3:00-5:00PM First Class: January 7 Instructor: Bonnie Weber Fee: $35/$42NR (10 Sessions) Open Art Studio F O U N DERS H ALL W INT ER 2015 Watercolor Basics This class will help you understand this delicate, luminous medium and develop your own style in the process. You will learn about paper, pigment, techniques, brushes, washes, textures and principles of composition and design. Thursday 9:30AM-11:30AM First Class: January 8 Instructor: Tina Phillips Fee: $45/$54NR (7 Sessions) Watercolor Intermediate You will gain further mastery of watercolor technique during this seven-week class with Tina. There will be set-ups, inspiration, demonstration and critique. Completion of a previous watercolor class and mastery of basic skills are required of participants. Thursday 12:00-2:00PM First Class: January 8 Instructor: Tina Phillips Fee: $45/$54NR (7 Sessions) Advanced Watercolor This class is designed for those experienced in watercolor technique. Come with your own ideas and materials, or accept as much help, critiquing and inspiration from Tina as you want. This is a lively, independent, spirited group. Come paint! Thursday 2:30-4:30PM First Class: January 8 Instructor: Tina Phillips Fee: $35/$42NR (7 Sessions) Weaving Beyond the Basics This class is for weavers with some experience, such as participation in Woven Gifts. You will need to have your own loom for this class. We will explore numerous variations in weaving such as lace weaves, tapestry or color and texture. Bring your ideas, your favorite yarns and weave with friends. Check with the instructor if you have questions about whether this class is for you. Section 1 Wednesday 10:00AM - 12:00PM First Class: January 7 Section 2 Wednesday 1:00PM - 3:00PM First Class: January 7 Instructor: Christine Wilkinson Fee: $50/$60NR (10 Sessions) Take advantage of this open time in the Art Studio to work on projects in progress or try something new. Wednesday 9:00AM-1:00PM Fee: No Charge 12 13 Founders Hall Winter 2015 Registration Form W I NTE R 2015 R E G I S T R A T IO N Member ID Number _________ Here are the steps for registration: 1. Read the course book and select programs. 2. Complete the form on pages 15 - 18 of this book by noting your name and member number then marking the box for the course or program you would like to take. 3. Write a separate check for each class payable to Founders Hall (you may write one check for two spouses attending the same class). If you are not submitting the registration by mail, you may pay by cash. Credit cards are not accepted. The payment for Ridgefield residents is the first amount. The payment for non-Ridgefield residents is the second amount with the “NR” designation. 4. If you are taking the class or trip with another person (or have a partner in the case of Duplicate Bridge) please note that person’s name next to the appropriate class. 5. Please place your registration form and all checks in an envelope. 6. Mail the form with payment or drop it off at Founders Hall so that it arrives by 4:30 pm on Monday, December 8. Name _______________________________________________ Address _______________________________________________ Phone _____________ E-mail: ______________________ (If changed) Wait! Before you register, consider this... Although your class fee may be just $25, it actually costs Founders Hall $75 to provide that class to you. How can we offer such a discount? Because members like you donate to Founders Hall in addition to paying program fees. If you have not yet made a donation this year, why not send one in with your registration? That’s the ONLY way we can continue to offer low-cost, life-long learning. Sign me up Academic Courses Course Fee Book Fee Ridgefield Non-Ridgefield All Things Venetian Part 2 If a class you are interested in is oversubscribed, we will make every effort to add additional sections. A random lottery will be conducted to determine placement in classes that are oversubscribed. In the event we are not able to accommodate your request, we will call you and return your check by mail. Section 1 10:30AM $25 $30 Section 2 1:15PM $25 $30 $25 $30 Section 1 10:30AM $25 $30 Section 2 1:00PM $25 $30 Current Events $10 $12 Great Books $25 $30 Art of Writing The Concerto II If you have questions or need assistance in completing the registration form, please contact Grace or Tracy. Book: The Short Story Omnibus Great Decisions 14 15 $35 $30 $36 Sign me up Course Fee Academic Courses (cont’d) History: American Revolution Book: An Empire on Edge $25 $30 Investments Discussion $10 $12 Italian Beginners Continuing $25 $30 Continuing Italian 3 $25 $30 Continuing Italian 4 $25 $30 Ridgefield $25 $30 Section 2 3:00PM $25 $30 Spanish: Beginning Wed. $25 $30 Spanish: Beginning Fri. $25 $30 Spanish: Continuing Intermediate $25 $30 Spanish Conversation $25 $30 Writing Workshop $25 $30 Drawing: Studio Class Oil Painting Section 1 1:00 Oil Painting Section 2 3:00 Watercolor Basics Watercolor Intermediate Watercolor Advanced Weaving: Beyond the Basics 10:00 Weaving: Beyond the Basics 1:00 16 $35 $35 $35 $35 $42 $42 $42 $42 $35 $35 $35 $45 $45 $35 $50 $50 $42 $42 $42 $54 $54 $42 $60 $60 Course Fee Ridgefield $23 Sign me up Non-Ridgefield Joy of Looking at Art Section 1 1:00PM Art Courses I Can Draw Beginning Portraiture Advanced Portraiture Workshops Advanced Portraiture Life Drawing Book Fee Non-Ridgefield Technology Courses Introduction to Computer Photoshop Elements 8 Beginning Photoshop Elements 8 Level 3 Powerpoint $25 $25 $25 $25 $30 $30 $30 $30 Dance Courses Line Dancing Beginner Tap Dancing Intermediate Tap Dancing Zumba Gold $25 $25 $25 $25 $30 $30 $30 $30 Basketball $25 $30 Bridge - Assisted Play Bridge - Intermediate $25 $30 Bridge - Bidding and Planning $25 $30 Assisted Chess Hobby and Sports No fee No fee Cooking with the Staff Thursday $10 $12 Friday $10 $12 $10 $12 $10 $12 Duplicate Bridge Monday Partner (if any): ________________ Friday Partner (if any): ________________ 17 Book Fee Sign me up Course Fee Ridgefield Book Fee F O U N DERS H ALL W INT ER 2015 Non-Ridgefield Genealogy Beginning Genealogy $35 $42 Advanced Beg Genealogy $35 $42 Book Project Genealogy $35 $42 Intermediate Genealogy Tuesday $35 $42 Intermediate Genealogy Thursday $35 $42 Advanced Genealogy $35 $42 2015 Calendar Year Database Fee Parking location and details will be provided before the date of the trip. $20 $25 $30 Beginner $25 $30 Intermediate Beginner $50 $60 Advanced Beginner $50 $60 Pickleball $25 $30 Quilt or Sew $35 $42 Mohegan Sun Casino $27 $32 Camelot at WBT $84 $100 Knitting and Crocheting On the Road Program Mohegan Sun Casino This trip includes transportation and coupons for food and gambling. Monday, February 2 8:00AM-6:00PM Fee: $27/$32NR Piano Lessons Camelot at Westchester Broadway Theatre The time of knights, ladies and chivalry comes to life in this timeless masterpiece by Lerner and Loewe. King Arthur, Queen Guinevere and Sir Lancelot create a tragic love triangle. Fee includes transportation, luncheon and show. Thursday, February 26 10:00AM-5:00PM Fee: $84/$100NR On the Road Trips for Camelot, seat me with ___________________________ $27 $32 Dinner and a Movie $8 $10 Billiards Singles Tournament $8 $10 Yale Art Gallery Special Events Yale Art Gallery Yale Gallery of Art has two special events featured on this trip. The early etchings of James Abbott McNeill Whistler are included in a special exhibit, Whistler in Paris, London, and Venice, which you can enjoy on your own. In the afternoon, the group will have a guided tour of The Critique of Reason: Romantic Art, 17601860. Fee includes transportation. There is no admission fee for the gallery. There will be time to visit one of the neighborhood restaurants before the guided tour at 1:30. Thursday, March 19 10:00AM-5:00PM Fee: $27/$32NR A minimum of 30 registrants is required for each trip. 18 19 F OUND E R S H A L L W I N TE R 2015 F O U N DERS H ALL W INT ER 2015 Distinguished Speaker Series Tastings and Teas Gerald Steichen Thursday, February 5 Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra 3:00PM Great American Songbook Tea Friday, January 9 2:00-3:30PM Rice Tasting Friday, February 13 2:00-3:30PM Friday, March 13 2:00-3:30PM Thursday, January 22 5:00-7:00PM Sponsored by Laurel Ridge Health Care Seminar Series Social Security Barbara McMahon and Robin Ely, Merrill Lynch Friday, January 16 Cheese Tasting 1:00PM Rides For Ridgefield Margaret Thompson Friday, January 30 1:00PM American Antique Clocks Larry George Friday, February 20 1:00PM Special Events Dinner and a Movie $8/$10NR Billiards Singles Tournament $8/$10NR Thurs./Fri., February 5 & 6 10:00AM Performance A Trip Down Tin Pan Alley The Two of Us Plus One New Member Coffees Wednesday, March 25 20 1:00PM Monday, December 8 10:30-11:30AM Monday, March 16 10:30-11:30AM 21 F OUND E R S H A L L W I N TE R 2015 F O U N DERS H ALL W INT ER 2015 Technology Program Introduction to Computer Powerpoint Designed for the novice who wishes to learn the fundamentals of computers, this introduction to computer systems and programs will include Microsoft Windows and Word and various other computer applications. This class will be taught using Windows 7 operating system and Microsoft Word 2010. Monday 1:00-2:30PM First class: January 5 Instructor: Carl Scala Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) Do you have a special anniversary or big birthday coming up? Or perhaps a graduation or the wedding of a grandchild? Maybe you have just returned from a vacation and would like to share your treasured photos in an interesting manner without boring your audience. In this class, you will learn to use various templates and color schemes; add text with different fonts; insert, modify, crop and rearrange photos; learn how to include transitions and add music to your finished presentation. We will work together during the semester to create and build a finished slide presentation using your photos from your flash drive. Tuesday 9:30-11:00AM First Class: January 6 Instructor: Toni McKeen Fee: $25/$30NR(10 sessions) Photoshop Elements 8 Beginning Come and begin to master the amazing Photoshop Elements 8 program. With a step-by-step approach, you will learn to use the tools in the Tool Box and some fun tricks to enhance your older photos and to improve your less-than-perfect newer ones. Photos will be provided for practice in class. This course is a requirement for the advanced levels of Photoshop 8 classes. Tuesday 1:30-3:00PM First Class: January 6 Instructor: Toni McKeen Fee: $25/$30NR(10 sessions) Photoshop Elements 8 Level 3 This class continues from Photoshop Level 2, working on mastery of some of the more creative tools and great special effects possible with the program. Prerequisites for class: Completion of Beginning Level Photoshop Elements 8 and Photoshop Elements 8 Level 2. Tuesday 3:00-4:30PM First Class: January 6 Instructor: Toni McKeen Fee: $25/$30NR(10 sessions) 22 Open Computer Lab Need help? On Fridays from 10am-12 noon, coaches will be on hand to answer questions and give additional assistance to computer class students. This program is free of charge. Open Tech Lab Need help with your electronic devices? A volunteer will be in the Computer Lab on Fridays from 2:45-3:45pm to answer questions and assist you. This program is free of charge. 23 F OUND E R S H A L L W I N TE R 2015 Dance Program F O U N DERS H ALL W INT ER 2015 Hobby and Sports Program Line Dancing Line dancing is alive and well! Join us to exercise and have fun. New dances will be taught. No experience nor partners are required. Class will not meet January 23. Friday 2:30-3:30PM First Class: January 9 Instructor: Lynne Flanders Fee: $25/$30NR (8 Sessions) Beginner Tap Dancing Learn the basic skills of tap dancing through music. Not only is this class great for learning tap routines, it is also a fun way to keep in shape. Tuesday 3:00-4:00PM First Class: January 6 Instructor: Karen Casagrande Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) Intermediate Tap Dancing Continue to develop your tap dancing technique in this class with Karen. Tuesday 2:00-3:00PM First Class: January 6 Instructor: Karen Casagrande Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) The Hobby and Sports Program is sponsored by Ridgefield Parks and Recreation Basketball for Fun Clinic This program, specifically designed for seniors, will help with hand and eye coordination, breathing, balance and footwork as you develop basketball skills. NO RUNNING is required. The course, which meets at the Parks and Recreation gym, is open to men and women who want to improve their physical condition and have FUN while exercising with a basketball. Remember, this is a senior program. You can do it. Class will not meet February 17. Tuesday 1:15-2:15PM Instructor: Tom Broderick First class: January 6 Fee: $25/$30NR (8 Sessions) Bridge: Assisted Play Experienced players will be available to assist play and answer questions. Tuesday 10:00AM-12:00PM First Class: January 6 Coaches: Jinny Clark, Debbie Thornton and Carol Vazzana No Charge Intermediate Bridge Zumba Gold Zumba Gold brings exciting Latin and international dance rhythms to beginners. The easy-to-follow dances include Cha Cha, Merenque, Salsa, Cumbia, Tango, Rumba, Belly Dance and even Rock and Roll! SO COME AND FEEL THE MUSIC! Great for the mind, body and soul, Zumba is fun, easy, different, and effective. HAVE FUN AND STAY FIT! Thursday 3:00-4:00PM First Class: January 8 Instructor: Roxane Angotta Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) 24 This course is meant for people with limited bridge experience who want to get more enjoyment from the game with better play. Students will learn standard bridge techniques, including simple bidding and conventions and good play strategies. Wednesday 12:00-1:30PM First class: January 7 Instructor: Dan Sitomer Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) Bridge Bidding and Planning This course will focus on improving bidding techniques and planning the play of the hand. In each session, random hands will be dealt and displayed on the white board. Students first determine how they would bid the hand then follow with class discussion. Students then identify different planned approaches to playing the hand and again follow with class discussion. Wednesday 10:00-11:30AM First class: January 7 Instructor: Dan Sitomer Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) 25 F OUND E R S H A L L W I N TE R 2015 F O U N DERS H ALL W INT ER 2015 Assisted Chess Founders Hall Band Experienced chess players will be on hand to assist with materials and respond to questions about the game. Challenge yourself and other players. The Founders Hall Band is open to any person, with any type of instrument, who is willing to learn music. The group meets on Friday mornings in the Living Room. For music, contact Darla Shaw, Band Manager. Tuesday 1:00-3:00PM Assistants: Leon Finkel and Norman Lindsey First Class: January 6 Fee: No Fee (10 Sessions) Band Director: Bill Palmer Cooking with the Staff: Pies Friday 9:30-11:30AM No Charge Founders Hall Singers Staff will offer tips and recipes for a variety of dishes featuring pies. Section 1: Thursday, March 26 11:00AM-1:00PM Section 2: Friday, March 27 11:00AM-1:00PM Instructors: Founders Hall Staff Fee: $10/$12NR (1 Session) This singing group meets once a week to work on a variety of music. New members are welcome. Director: Daniela Sikora Monday 12:30-1:45PM No Charge Genealogy Drop-in Groups Needlework Group Quilting Group Rughooking Woodcarving Thursday Tuesday Wednesday Monday 12:00-3:00PM 2:00-4:00PM 1:30-4:00PM 1:30-4:00PM Ethel Eckhaus Jim Callahan Duplicate Bridge Enjoy bridge playing the same hands as other pairs (duplicate). This approach will challenge your skill regardless of ‘luck of the deal.’ If you are registering with a partner, please include your partner’s name on the registration form. This class is limited to 62 participants. Pre-requisite for Duplicate Bridge is proficiency with duplicate bridge rules and play. Assisted Bridge on Tuesdays affords an opportunity to learn the mechanics and etiquette of Duplicate Bridge. Section 1 Monday 9:45AM-12:15PM First Class: January 5 Section 2 Friday 10:00AM-12:30PM First Class: January 9 Director: Dan DeVlieg Fee: $10/$12NR (10 Sessions) 26 Gathering information about one’s family is one of America’s biggest hobbies. The various course levels range from the basics of census and immigration research through more advanced research techniques, and finally putting it all together in a wonderful book with documents, photos and stories. Beginning Genealogy Monday 9:30-11:30AM Advanced Beg Genealogy Thursday 2:30-4:30PM Please note: Completion of Beginners Genealogy is a prerequite for this class Intermediate Genealogy Tuesday 11:30AM-1:30PM Intermediate Genealogy Thursday 10:30AM-12:30PM Book Project Genealogy Thursday Advanced Genealogy Thursday Instructor: Toni McKeen 8:30-10:30AM 12:30-2:30PM First Class: Week of January 5 Fee: $35/$42NR (10 Sessions) Required 2015 Calendar Year Database Fee: $20 27 F OUND E R S H A L L W I N TE R 2015 2015 F IT NES S P ROG RAM Knitting and Crocheting The Fitness Program is sponsored by The Paul and Johanna Laszig Trust and Barker Welfare Foundation Work on the project of your choice, meet other knitters and crocheters, be inspired by your classmates’ projects, troubleshoot problems, get important hints and tips along with a discount at a local store. You can learn a new skill or technique, cure your “finishing phobia,” bring a “show and share” or start from the beginning. This is a large class, so bring ample patience. Tuesday 12:15-2:15PM First Class: January 6 Instructor: Jo Ann Brown Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) Fitness and Yoga classes are offered on a monthly basis. Registration for 2015 Fitness Classes opened October 21, 2014. Please call regarding availablity of classes for 2015. Aerobics Piano Lessons These classes are limited to seven students. Schedule is subject to change. Beginner* Thursday 12:15-1:15PM Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) Int. Beginner Thursday 11:00AM-12:15PM Fee: $50/$60NR (10 Sessions) Adv. Beginner Thursday 9:30-11:00AM Fee: $50/$60NR (10 Sessions) Instructor: Ed Kadziewicz First Class: January 8 *Fee to repeat Beginning Piano Class: $50/$60NR A low–impact exercise program offered throughout the year for muscle conditioning and increased body strength. Section 1* Mon./Wed./Fri. 8:30-9:20AM Section 2* Mon./Wed./Fri. 9:05-9:50AM Section 3 Mon./Wed./Fri. 9:55-10:45AM Instructor: Cheryl Freeman Fee: $30/$36NR per month * Sections 1 and 2 will combine for the conditioning and weights portion of class. Pickleball Aquacize Pickleball is a blend of tennis, badminton and ping pong. Pickleball is a great way to meet new people and play a game that is right for a variety of skill levels and ages. It is a fun, easy sport to learn! Come swing a paddle with us and enjoy one of the fastest growing sports in America. Class will meet at the Parks and Recreation Center gym. Friday 1:15-2:30PM First Class: January 9 Instructors: Janice Pauly and Ted Seibert Fee: $25/$30NR (10 Sessions) This low-impact water exercise program uses flotation devices to improve joint flexibility, relieve pain and stiffness, and tone muscles. Tues./Thurs. 9:30-10:30AM Location: Parks & Recreation Instructor: Parks & Rec Staff Fee: $30/$36NR per month Quilt or Sew This class will be a combination of quilting and/or sewing. Continue your quilting journey or learn to use a sewing machine from the very start, read a pattern, begin to make garments or simple home decorating items or refresh your sewing skills. General sewing supplies needed for both mediums. Class is limited to 10 participants. Tuesday 10:00AM-12:00PM First Class: January 6 Instructor: Jo Ann Brown Fee: $35/$42NR (10 Sessions) 28 Core Pilates approach will be used in this core strengthening program. Stretching and use of free weights will strengthen the overall body as well as improve flexibility and balance. The class will use both mats and chairs. Mon./Wed. 3:35-4:35PM Instructor: Patti McEvoy Maloney Fee: $30/$36NR per month 29 2015 F I TN E S S P RO G R A M 2015 F IT NES S P ROG RAM Strength and Balance A challenging exercise program that uses free weights and other tools in standing, sitting and floor workout routines to strengthen abdominal and lower back muscles, increase flexibility and improve body alignment. Participants must be able to use floor mats. Beginner 1 Mon./Wed./Fri. 11:50AM-12:35PM Beginner 2 Mon./Wed./Fri. 12:40-1:25PM S&B Section 1 Mon./Wed./Fri. 10:50-11:45AM S&B Section 2 Mon./Wed./Fri. 1:30-2:25PM Beg and Section 1 Instructor: Susan Consentino Section 2 Instructor: Patti McEvoy Maloney Fee: $30/$36NR per month Stretch and Flex This mostly-seated workout addresses the full body, focusing on flexibility and range of motion. This positive-attitude exercise approach incorporates lifting, reaching, stretching and breathing exercises which can make even everyday activities easier. Mon./Wed. 2:30-3:30PM Instructor: Colleen Cugine Fee: $30/$36NR per month Tai Chi This “soft” form of martial arts is considered a safe and effective isometric exercise. Tai Chi can help improve balance, flexibility, strength and coordination as well as aid in the ability to manage stress. Beginner Mon./Fri. 8:30-9:15AM Fee: $25/$30NR per month Advanced Beginner Mon./Fri. 9:15-10:00AM Fee: $25/$30NR per month Intermediate Tues./Thurs. 12:00-1:00PM Fee: $30/$36NR per month Instructor: Mari Lewis Yoga and Relaxation Yoga is the original mind-body workout. The postures help align your muscles and bones promoting a sense of unity and balance. When your body feels balanced, so does your mind. The exercises in this class are on floor mats. Section 1: Tues./Thurs. 8:30-9:45AM Section 2: Tues./Thurs 9:45-11:00AM Instructors: Supriya Swerdlick Hermenze and Liz Wendel Fee: $30/$36NR per month Seated Yoga Stretching, breathing techniques and relaxation are the focus of this seated yoga class. Tues./Thurs. 11:05-11:50AM Fee: $25/$30NR per month Instructors: Supriya Swerdlick Hermenze and Liz Wendel Seated Stretching & Relaxation An easy (to moderate) approach to increase and improve flexibility and range of motion and posture. The program will include a combination of basic and gentle stretching, breath awareness and relaxation. Tues./Thurs. 1:05-1:50PM Fee: $25/$30NR per month Instructor: Barbara Reidy Introduction to Tai Chi This introduction class meets once a week and will focus on the basics of Tai Chi in a workshop-like format. Wed. 8:30-9:30AM Fee: $10/$12NR per month Coach: Diane Kerner 30 31 Founders Hall Foundation, Inc. 193 Danbury Rd. Ridgefield, CT 06877 Permit No. 2082 Danbury, CT PAID U.S. Postage NONPROFIT ORG
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