Please note: If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions, please notify Continuing Education when registering for any food-related courses.
Sugar-Free Baking
Oct. 14
Saturday | 10 a.m. to noon
SUNY Adirondack Culinary Arts Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls
This popular class is back with all new recipes! Learn the differences in sweeteners in your everyday baking. Students will also learn to make traditional recipes their own. Everyone will leave with one dessert. This course is for diabetics, keto diets, low-carb diets, anti-inflammatory diets and/or anyone interested in eating less sugar.
Please note: Nuts will be used. No refunds will be issued for materials fees after Oct. 7.
Instructor: Britt Young, The Sweetish Chef
Price: $55 (Course price includes a $40 materials fee.)
CRN: 10033
Come Bake With Me — Let’s Make Italian Biscotti (currently full; waitlisted)
Oct. 7
Saturday | 1 to 3 p.m.
SUNY Adirondack Culinary Arts Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls
In this hands-on class, learn techniques to make the perfect biscotti, the most popular twice-baked cookie! These biscotti are crispy and oh-so-delicious. They make great gifts, are easy to ship, and are excellent served with coffee, tea, cappuccino or sweet wine. You’ll bake two varieties of biscotti, decorating the cookies by dipping them in chocolate and sprinkles, and you will be able to take some biscotti and recipes home. No experience is necessary.
Please note: The recipe used in this class includes eggs. We will use the oven, a sharp knife and measuring tools. Students must bring an apron, wear closed-toe shoes and a hat, and bring a hair tie or other item to pull up long hair. No refunds for materials fees will be issued after Sept. 30.
Instructor: Eileen Caliva, owner and founder Caliva Cookie Co.
Price: $49 (Course price includes a $35 materials fee.)
CRN: 10034
Beginner Cookie Decorating
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Halloween Creations: Wednesday, Oct. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. at SUNY Adirondack Saratoga (CRN: 10003)
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(currently full; waitlisted) Christmas Creations: Wednesday, Nov. 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at SUNY Adirondack’s Queensbury campus (CRN: 10035)
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(currently full; waitlisted) Christmas Creations: Thursday, Dec. 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at SUNY Adirondack Saratoga (CRN: 10009)
Learn how to use royal icing to decorate cookies in this class. We will work step by step on each cookie to learn various decorating techniques used with royal icing, specifically piping/outlining, flooding and wet-on-wet techniques. There are five cookie designs planned and we will keep things rolling to get them all completed by the end of class. You will take them home with you in a bakery box, along with a royal icing recipe, a sugar cookie recipe (not Buttercup Cookie’s signature recipe, but a foundation of it), a decorating tool, a cookie cutter and a packet of seasonal sprinkles and/or cookie decorations. All supplies are provided.
Please note: These courses are open to students ages 10 and older; students younger than 17 are welcome with a parent or guardian. No refunds will be issued after Oct. 13 for the Halloween Creations class, after Nov. 23 for the Christmas Creations class at SUNY Adirondack’s Queensbury campus, or after Dec. 1 for the Christmas Creations class at SUNY Adirondack Saratoga.
Instructor: Cindy Burek, Buttercup Cookie
Price: $69 per class session (Price is $138 for two sessions and $207 for all three; course price includes a $54 materials fee per class.)
American Whiskey Class NEW!
Oct. 18
Wednesday | 6 to 9 p.m. | The Bourbon Room, Glens Falls
Come learn about American whiskey! This class is designed to educate anyone on the history, origins, process and style of the great American whiskey industry. Participants will learn and taste through all the classifications of whiskey from North America. The class also includes a complimentary charcuterie and crudité, as well as a study packet to take with you.
Please note: All students must be at least 21 years old to participate, and valid ID must be shown in class.
Instructor: James Humphreys, bar manager at The Bourbon Room
Price: $99 (Course price includes a $75 materials fee.)
CRN: 10108
Create Gnocchi NEW!
SUNY Adirondack Culinary Arts Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls
Sunday, Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to noon (CRN: 10135)
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Sunday, Oct. 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. (CRN: 10106) (currently full; waitlisted)
This simple yet satiating dumpling-pasta hybrid remains a fantastic addition to menus at home and in restaurants. In this class you will learn to create gnocchi from scratch using two different methods. We will also prepare a seasonal dish with our fresh gnocchi to share with the class.
Please note: No refunds for materials fees will be issued after Oct. 9. We will use the stove, a sharp knife and measuring tools. Students must bring an apron, wear closed-toe shoes and a hat, and bring a hair tie or other item to pull up long hair.
Instructor: Chef Emily Petersen, SUNY Adirondack adjunct
Price: $35 (Course price includes a $7 materials fee.)
Create Pierogi NEW! (currently full; waitlisted)
SUNY Adirondack Culinary Arts Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls
Sunday, Oct. 29 from 9 a.m. to noon (CRN: 10136)
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Sunday, Oct. 29 from 1 to 4 p.m. (CRN: 10105)
Pierogi is a rustic eastern European dumpling that can be filled with potatoes, meats, sauerkraut, cheeses and even fruits. They can be smothered in onions, sauces, sour cream and jams. Learn to make a versatile pierogi dough from scratch and fill it with both sweet and savory recipes.
Please note: No refunds for materials fees will be issued after Oct. 23. We will use the stove, a sharp knife and measuring tools. Students must bring an apron, wear closed-toe shoes and a hat, and bring a hair tie or other item to pull up long hair.
Instructor: Chef Emily Petersen, SUNY Adirondack adjunct
Price: $39 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)
Hearty Soups for Fall NEW! (currently full; waitlisted)
SUNY Adirondack Culinary Arts Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls
Sunday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. to noon (CRN: 10137)
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Sunday, Nov. 12 from 1 to 4 p.m. (CRN: 10104)
Practice your knife skills and learn how to use thickening techniques while creating tomato bisque and corn chowder from scratch. We will make soup in class to share and to bring home.
Please note: No refunds for materials fees will be issued after Nov. 6. We will use the stove, a sharp knife and measuring tools. Students must bring an apron, wear closed-toe shoes and a hat, and bring a hair tie or other item to pull up long hair.
Instructor: Chef Emily Petersen, SUNY Adirondack adjunct
Price: $39 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)
Vegan Thanksgiving Mains NEW!
Oct. 21
Saturday | 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
SUNY Adirondack Culinary Arts Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls
In this vegan cooking course, we will create and eat a delectable stuffing and a rich butternut-sweet potato bisque. The recipes are simple but effective, and perfect for the home cook. The instructor will provide printed recipes and explain why and how these recipes work, to enhance the students’ understanding of vegan food on a fundamental level.
Please note: No refunds for materials fees will be issued after Oct. 13. We will use the stove, a sharp knife and measuring tools. Students must bring an apron, wear closed-toe shoes and a hat, and bring a hair tie or other item to pull up long hair.
Instructor: Chef Olivia Townsend
Price: $59 (Course price includes a $45 materials fee.)
CRN: 10103
Creating a Vegan Holiday Roast NEW!
Nov. 18
Saturday | 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
SUNY Adirondack Culinary Arts Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls
A delicious moist and tender roast is essential to many families’ holiday meals. In this vegan cooking course, create and eat a wonderful holiday roast and rich gravy for a perfect Thanksgiving or Christmas feast. The recipes are simple but effective, and ideal for the home cook. The instructor will provide printed recipes and explain why and how these recipes work, to enhance the students’ understanding of vegan food on a fundamental level.
Please note: No refunds for materials fees will be issued after Nov. 10. We will use the stove, a sharp knife and measuring tools. Students must bring an apron, wear closed-toe shoes and a hat, and bring a hair tie or other item to pull up long hair.
Instructor: Chef Olivia Townsend
Price: $59 (Course price includes a $45 materials fee.)
CRN: 10102
Please note: The information provided in health and wellness courses is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment by a doctor or health care provider.
Brain Longevity Training
Oct. 12
Thursday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Queensbury campus
According to Ayurveda, there are three equally important aspects to brain longevity: learning and comprehension, processing and retaining knowledge, and memory (or recall). All must be at their peak for best mental performance. In this session, discuss research done throughout the past 20 years by The Alzheimer’s Research & Prevention Foundation. This course delves into the pillars of Alzheimer’s prevention, along with topics of memory decline, medications, sleep, lifestyle and dietary needs, and offers science-based suggestions for brain health.
Instructor: Linda Tipke, Adirondack Ayurveda
Price: $19
CRN: 10036
Understanding Constipation NEW!
Oct. 18
Wednesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus
Constipation can lead to many health issues, including hormonal imbalance, urinary and fecal incontinence, acid reflux, diarrhea and a weaker immune system. This course is for anyone who is interested in understanding gut health and constipation.
This course will explain:
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Functional constipation and classification
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Pelvic floor and functional constipation
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Symptomatic presentation of functional constipation
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Treatment options
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Consequences of constipation
Instructor: Neha Golwala
Price: $19
CRN: 10101
HOBBIES & SPECIAL INTERESTS
Beginning & Intermediate Bridge NEW! (currently full; waitlisted)
Sept. 21 to Dec. 14 (No class Nov. 23)
Thursdays | 2 to 4 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga
This course offers beginning and intermediate bridge instruction, focusing on bidding and playing of hands. The course is guided by — but not limited to — duplicate-style bridge. Beginners and intermediate players will primarily play hands with players at a similar level. Most learning will be play of the hands with guidance from the instructor.
No previous experience is required. Beginning and intermediate players are welcome and both will improve their play.
Please note: Please identify your level of experience when registering. An optional bridge book will be suggested with information given at first class; the cost of the book is approximately $10.
Instructor: Hal Bigelow
Price: $15
CRN: 10004
Don’t Throw It Away — Sell It Online!
Sept. 28
Thursday | 6 to 9 p.m. | Live synchronous
Get rid of your “stuff” and get paid! There are several apps and platforms that provide excellent ways to generate revenue by selling unwanted used items or by creating a new e-commerce business. This class presents the most popular yet easy-to-use apps for each of the top categories including furniture, electronics, clothing, books, art and more. Learn which used items sell best and what can’t be sold. Explore photography tips, pros and cons, dos and don’ts, tips and strategies, costs and how you get paid, so you can determine which apps are the best match for the items you want to sell.
Instructor: Kevin Boyd, award-winning instructor and published author from Seattle
Price: $49
CRN: 10037
Mah Jongg 101
Oct. 5 to Nov. 9
Thursdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School
Mah Jongg is played with a group of four people using 152 beautifully colored tiles. This is not the same game played on the computer. Come by yourself or bring some friends. Beginners and brush-ups are especially
welcome!
Please note: A current National Mah Jongg League card (about $15) and an instructional book (about $17) are required for each participant. Both items may be purchased from the instructor on the first evening of class.
Instructor: Barbara Bade
Price: $59
CRN: 10043
Intro to Photography
Oct. 16 to Nov. 20
Mondays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus
Learn the basics of digital photography. This class covers topics including understanding exposure, depth of field, shutter speed and ISO/ASA, composition, manipulation and displaying images. All levels are welcome. Participants must bring their own camera to use in class.
Instructor: Phillip Bacon
Price: $125
CRN: 10040
How Much Are Your Coins Worth?
Tuesdays, Oct. 17 and 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. at SUNY Adirondack’s Queensbury campus (CRN: 10042)
or
Wednesdays, Nov. 1 and 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Saratoga Springs High School (CRN: 10041)
Know the value of your coins and learn how to determine a coin’s grade or rating, how to evaluate good and questionable advertising when considering a purchase, and how to know when a coin or currency is fake.
Instructor: Anthony J. Swiatek, president of Minerva C&J Ltd.
Price: $15
Climate Change in Modern Literature NEW!
Oct. 17 to Nov. 28 (No class Nov. 21)
Tuesdays | 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. | Queensbury campus
This course is for anyone interested in the world around them who is curious and eager to share an honest but respectful discussion. The purpose of this class is to examine a few of the offerings in the climate change literature category, discussing themes and ideas presented, and enjoying some good fiction.
We will also discuss and debate issues such as what short-term or lasting effects can be achieved by narrative persuasion, the line between well-written narrative persuasion and polemic, and a summary of the body of work included in “cli-fi,” a term attributed to first being used in 2007 to describe a burgeoning sub-genre of science fiction. The instructor will present excerpts from various books, and class participants will be encouraged to read the entire books on their own, time permitting.
Instructor: Nanci Vineyard
Price: $65
CRN: 10121
So, You’re Ready to Downsize
Oct. 18
Wednesday | 6:30 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School
According to the AARP, an American turns 50 years old every eight seconds — more than 10,000 people every day. During this time, many people begin to think about downsizing, either by choice or because of health-related issues. This class will give an overview of how to break this task into manageable pieces. Topics will include sorting your possessions, how to downsize, how to get rid of no-longer-needed items, space planning for a new residence, questions to ask before you hire a mover, home staging and when a Senior Move Manager staff member is right for you.
Instructor: Neil Bindelglass, Saratoga Senior Move Managers
Price: $19
CRN: 10038
How to Build & Grow Your Podcast: Six Lessons Learned on the Way to Six Figures NEW!
Oct. 23 (CRN: 10083)
Monday | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | Live synchronous
or
Nov. 14 (CRN: 10084)
Tuesday | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | Live synchronous
Tim Wirzburger is the producer and co-host for the successful hockey podcast “Dropping the Gloves.” In this course, Tim will share his successes, failures and lessons learned along the way to becoming a show that generated millions of downloads and a six-figure revenue stream.
Topics will include:
Instructor: Tim Wirzburger
Price: $80
How to Sell Your Stuff
Nov. 1
Wednesday | 6:30 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School
Millions of Americans are downsizing and moving to smaller homes. Many older Americans have been in their homes for decades. This course discusses how to dispose of items you don’t need or want, and won’t take with you when you move. Topics include how to assess the value of items you own, Craigslist, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, estate sales, giving things away, donating goods and tax benefits involved.
Instructor: Neil Bindelglass, Saratoga Senior Move Managers
Price: $19
CRN: 10039
Is That a Star or a Planet?
Oct. 27
Friday | 7 to 9 p.m. | Queensbury campus
Do you know the difference between a star and a planet? Join amateur astrophotographer Jeff Curren and learn about what you see when you look at the night sky. Jeff will give a short introduction to types of telescopes and accessories, and then you’ll experience hands-on
viewing of night-sky objects. Students are welcome to bring their own telescopes, binoculars and chairs, and should dress appropriately for the weather.
Please note: A clear night sky is required for this course. Depending on weather conditions, the class may be rescheduled to Friday, Nov. 3.
Instructor: Jeff Curren
Price: $12
CRN: 10044
Tying the Knot: Committing to Your Writing Life NEW!
Nov. 1
Wednesday | 2 to 4 p.m. | Queensbury campus
This workshop guides you in writing a few paragraphs about your ideal writing life. After hearing inspiring words from seasoned writers, you’ll then respond to prompts to help you break through the resistance that keeps you from your desk and the writing you yearn to create. You’ll leave class with a strategic plan for the long haul. Students should bring something to write on and with.
Instructor: Ellen Santasiero
Price: $29
CRN: 10097
Create An Edible Garden With Berry Plants NEW!
Oct. 28
Saturday | 10 a.m. to noon | Queensbury campus
Laura McDermott, small fruit specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension, will help home gardeners understand how best to plan, prepare and plant berry crops in their home gardens. Incorporate berries into a vegetable garden or even as part of your home landscape for great taste and beautiful vegetation! Berries are delicious and nutritious and add a different dimension to a garden.
Instructor: Laura McDermott, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Washington County
Price: $19
CRN: 10099
Introduction to Growing Apples
Nov. 4
Saturday | 10 a.m. to noon | Queensbury campus
Learn about the amazing apple tree and how you can raise your own or improve existing trees. Explore heirloom and new apple varieties, basic tree biology, orchard maintenance, pest management, tree selection and grafting. In the college orchard, we will also demonstrate basic pruning methods for maintaining healthy trees.
Please note: Participants should dress appropriately for the weather.
Instructor: Timothy Scherbatskoy, Ph.D.
Price: $19
CRN: 10045
Spanish for Beginners
Sept. 19 to Oct. 31
Tuesdays | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga
This class is an introduction to Spanish language for people with no or little knowledge of Spanish. In this course, students will learn basic grammar, pronunciation, greetings and useful expressions for practical situations. Intended for people with zero level of Spanish or those who took Spanish many years ago.
Please note: Before class, students must purchase “Basic Spanish,” 3rd Edition, by Dorothy Richmond, published in 2020 (ISBN: 978-1260453492). This book is available at Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga Springs, Barnes & Noble, and online through bookshop.org and amazon.com.
Instructor: Lali Roura
Price: $79
CRN: 10005
Spanish for Beginners II NEW!
Nov. 7 to Dec. 19
Tuesdays | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga
Did you take Spanish in high school and have an interest in refreshing your skills? Do you have some basic Spanish knowledge and a desire to take the next step? This class is aimed at those who want to strengthen their Spanish foundation as well as to improve their communication skills. Students are expected to know the pronunciation, greetings, numbers and basic vocabulary (articles, colors).
Prerequisite: Students who sign up for this class need to have previously taken Spanish for Beginners or other basic Spanish classes.
Please note: Before class, students must purchase “Spanish Conversation,” 3rd Edition, by Jean Yates, published in 2020 (ISBN: 978-1260462197). This book is available at Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga Springs, Barnes & Noble, and online through bookshop.org and amazon.com.
Instructor: Lali Roura
Price: $69
CRN: 10006
German: Beginning to Intermediate (currently full; waitlisted)
Oct. 10 to Dec. 5 (No class Nov. 7 or 21)
Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School
This course emphasizes everyday spoken German and German culture. Learn to pronounce and read German words and texts. Participants will also study some grammatical rules. New skills will be applied in conversations as they would occur in normal activities. Accommodations will be made for beginning- and intermediate-level students.
Please note: Students should bring a notebook and writing implement.
Instructor: Regina Hartmann-Hurwitz
Price: $79
CRN: 10048
Beginning Russian NEW!
Oct. 3 to Nov. 7
Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga
This course is for those with little or no knowledge of the Russian language. This six-week course will focus on everyday expressions and conversation in Russian, as well as interesting aspects of Russian culture and history. Keep your mind sharp and expand your knowledge of a foreign country with an extremely interesting yet complex past and present.
This course is for those with little or no knowledge of the Russian language.
Instructor: Lisa Akker
Price: $69
CRN: 10008
Volunteer Literacy Tutor Training
Wednesdays, Oct. 11 to Nov. 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at SUNY Adirondack Saratoga (CRN: 10007)
or
Tuesdays, Nov. 7 to Dec. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. – Live synchronous (CRN: 10049)
In this course, individuals will receive complete training by Tri-County Literacy Center staff to begin tutoring an adult student in basic literacy, the English language or both. Why not give back by teaching reading and English to adults in the community who need help? The need for literacy tutors in the region is significant.
Instructor: Tri-County Literacy Center, Inc.
Price: $15
Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 1
Sept. 28 to Oct. 26
Thursdays | 6 to 7 p.m. | Queensbury campus
Learn essential ASL vocabulary and dig deeply into proper ASL grammar and the vibrancy of the Deaf community. Use ASL to ask and answer questions about your likes, dislikes and feelings, introduce yourself and your background, describe your family by name and age, and engage in basic introductory conversations. Lessons in this course will build on each other in a way that allows students to see immediate progress.
This course is designed for beginners or those seeking to improve their technique or ASL grammar and broaden their vocabulary. Knowledge of ASL may be helpful for those in health-related or educational fields, and may assist with communicating with individuals with autism, speech delays or other intellectual disabilities. You’ll learn from handouts, PowerPoints, group work, deaf individuals in the community and interactive activities.
The instructor is a licensed sign language interpreter, past resident choreographer at Sign Design Theatre Company and vocal interpreter for New York Deaf Theatre. He has taught many language and Deaf culture classes across the states.
Instructor: Aaron Coulson, ACEntertainment
Price: $59
CRN: 10046
Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 2
Nov. 2 to Dec. 14 (No class Nov. 23)
Thursdays | 6 to 7 p.m. | Queensbury campus
Learn essential ASL vocabulary and dig deeper into proper ASL grammar and the vibrancy of the Deaf community. This class dives further into shape, placement and movement of the hands, as well as facial expressions and body movements, all of which play important parts in conveying information. Lessons in this course will build on each other in a way that allows students to see immediate progress.
This course is designed for students with basic ASL knowledge or those seeking to improve on their technique and ASL grammar and broaden their vocabulary. It is especially helpful for those in health-related or educational fields, and will assist in communicating with the deaf, as well as those with autism, speech delays or other mental disabilities. You’ll learn from handouts, PowerPoints, group work, deaf individuals in the community and interactive activities.
Instructor: Aaron Coulson, ACEntertainment
Price: $59
CRN: 10047
Keep Talking: An Introduction to Professional Voice-Over
Oct. 23
Monday | 6:30 to 8 p.m. | Live synchronous
Have you ever been told you have a great voice? This class introduces you to the growing field of voice-over in audio books, cartoons, documentaries, commercials and other formats. Today, the range of voices hired has grown dramatically from the days of announcers. Learn what the pros look for, how to prepare and where to find work in your area. We’ll discuss industry pros and cons, and play samples from working voice professionals. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to record a short professional script under the direction of our teacher. This class is fun, realistic and a great first step for anyone interested in the voice-over field.
Instructor: Voice Coaches
Price: $19
CRN: 10050
SUNY Adirondack Chorale
Sept. 11 to Dec. 11
Mondays | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Queensbury campus
The chorale is intended for individuals who enjoy group singing and involves weekly group rehearsals. No previous experience is necessary, and no audition is required. Public concert(s) will be included in the program.
Instructor: Miriam Enman, SUNY Adirondack
Price: $12
CRN: 10051
Topics in Music Theory: Intervals & Chords NEW!
Oct. 6 to Nov. 3
Fridays | 10 a.m. to noon | Queensbury campus
This course will cover identifying and building intervals, triads and seventh chords, and will include a review of key signatures. There will be an ear-training component to the course, which will help the musician connect his or her listening skills with each music theory concept.
The study of music theory provides a foundation for understanding concepts upon which music is built. Join us for this interactive and practical course that opens the world of music theory for beginners and offers a refresher for more experienced musicians or anyone with a desire to learn more about music. This is a great complementary course to the Exploring the Piano class.
Instructor: Miriam Enman, SUNY Adirondack
Price: $79
CRN: 10120
Exploring the Piano NEW! (currently full; waitlisted)
Oct. 6 to Nov. 3
Fridays | 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. | Queensbury campus
Have you always wanted to learn piano, or would you like a refresher course to brush up skills? This is a fun and relaxing group piano class designed for all skill levels. This is a great complementary course to the Topics in Music Theory: Intervals & Chords class.
Instructor: Miriam Enman, SUNY Adirondack
Price: $79
CRN: 10098
Beginning Guitar (Queensbury)
Sept. 27 to Oct. 25
Wednesdays | 6 to 7 p.m. | Queensbury campus
Learn the fundamentals of the guitar to allow you to play your favorite songs. These basic lessons include notes, chords, rhythms, tempos, strumming patterns, riffs and more. Technique will be discussed. The instructor, Micah Scoville, is a special adjunct faculty member in the Music Department at SUNY Adirondack and has played professionally in rock bands for 30 years.
Please note: This course is intended for students with little or no background in guitar performance. Students must provide their own instruments.
Instructor: Micah Scoville, SUNY Adirondack
Price: $49
CRN: 10052
Beginner Guitar (Saratoga)
Oct. 4 to Nov. 8
Wednesdays | 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School
Beginner Guitar is for anyone looking to learn the basics of playing guitar and develop a good foundation for essential chords, scales, and left-hand and right-hand
techniques applicable to every style of music.
Please note: Participants need to bring a guitar in good working condition.
Instructor: Jim Mattrazzo
Price: $55 (An additional $25 materials fee for the “Beginning Rock Guitar” instructional DVD is payable to the instructor in class.)
CRN: 10053
Strand Theatre Lecture & Tour
Oct. 20
Friday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Strand Theatre, Hudson Falls
The Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls has offered the greater Glens Falls community numerous opportunities to enjoy the arts since its opening in 1923. Join us as we tour this beautiful local theater and explore its rich history and heritage.
Instructor: Miriam Enman, SUNY Adirondack
Price: $19
CRN: 10067
Intro to Drums & Drumming
Oct. 24 to Nov. 28 (No class Nov. 7)
Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School
Join international drummer and three-time Grammy Commendation recipient Larry Levine on a rhythmic journey of learning how to play drums. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about equipment, musical styles and technique behind this art form. Drums and literature will be provided. All levels are welcome.
Instructor: Larry Levine, Larry Levine Drum Studio
Price: $89
CRN: 10066
Dr. Norman A. Enhorning Lecture & Lunch Series
Oct. 3 and 10
Tuesdays | 11 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. | Queensbury campus
Check-in at 10:30 a.m.; lunch from 12:15 to 1 p.m.
SUNY Adirondack Continuing Education is pleased to present the Dr. Norman A. Enhorning Lecture & Lunch Series. Lectures will be presented in Northwest Bay Conference Center in Adirondack Hall by SUNY Adirondack distinguished faculty members and local experts. Each hourlong lecture is followed by a 15-minute question-and-answer period. Lunch is included each day, giving attendees an opportunity to get to know each other and discuss the lectures and subject matter presented.
Please note: Any withdrawals after Sept. 25 will not be refunded the materials fee.
Tuesday, Oct. 3
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11 a.m. — Logging History in the Adirondacks by Richard Nason, retired forester, Finch Paper LLC
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1 p.m. — Solving Crimes with Genetic Genealogy by Tobi Kirschmann, DNA consultant with DNA Investigations and Forensic & Criminal Investigation, adjunct professor at SUNY Adirondack
Tuesday, Oct. 10
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11 a.m. — 100 years of Prohibition: The Unique Story of Argyle, New York by Jason Lloyd, adjunct instructor of history at SUNY Adirondack
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1 p.m. — “Gone With the Wind”’s Rocky Road to Atlanta by Pauline Bartel, author and owner of Bartel Communications, Inc.
Price: $75 (Course price includes a $40 materials fee.)
CRN: 10068
SUNY PLATTSBURGH LECTURE SERIES
SUNY Plattsburgh Lecture Series NEW!
Oct. 12 to 26
Thursdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus
Price: $12 per session ($36 for all three)
Oct. 12: Serial Killers (CRN: 10117)
Join SUNY Plattsburgh associate professor of criminal justice Mark Beaulieu in a discussion of the theories that try to explain why people become serial killers. Beaulieu holds a bachelor’s degree in physics and sociology and a doctorate in sociology from the University at Albany.
Instructor: Mark Beaulieu, associate professor of criminal justice, SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury
Beaulieu’s research focuses on the effects of racial residential segregation on homicide and robbery. His studies also explore how changes in society have impacted street crime, and his teaching interests include corrections, terrorism, media and crime, ethics, and minorities and crime.
Oct. 19: Literacy/Social Justice & Neuroscience (CRN: 10118)
According to the National Center for Education Statistics (2019), in the U.S., two out of three children cannot read proficiently. This presentation examines the social and economic costs of sub-literacy at the local and national levels. During this program, we will define the science of reading, common practices schools use to teach children to read, what we know and don’t know about the students who struggle and why early identification of reading disorders and access to evidence-based interventions are critical to improving the odds of becoming a proficient reader.
Instructor: Jennifer Bremser, associate professor of behavioral neuroscience, SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury
Bremser holds a doctorate in psychology/behavioral neuroscience and a certificate of advanced study in autism. She is working on a certification in Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction, a structured linguistic literacy approach. She started a Translational Literacy Laboratory at SUNY Plattsburgh to create community literacy resources with her students. In her spare time, she is a Yoga for the Special Practitioner instructor and a volunteer at Cindy’s Comfort Camps with the C.R. Wood Cancer Center.
Oct. 26: The Psychology of Trauma in the “Star Wars” Universe (CRN: 10119)
Explore how different aspects of trauma, anxiety and PTSD are portrayed by characters in “Star Wars,” and compare this with the manifestation of PTSD in other pop culture media, such as the films “Iron Man 3” and “Rambo.” Through this analysis, learn how individuals in real life respond in various ways to PTSD triggers and the healing process.
Instructor: Jeremy Grabbe, associate professor of psychology, SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury
Grabbe earned his doctorate in applied cognitive aging psychology at the University of Akron. His research focuses on vision and attention as well as improving cognition among the aging population. Grabbe has authored multiple scientific papers, and he is the father of 9-year-old triplets and a 2-year-old baby boy.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather when attending any tour, as some tours may be held outside.
Double H Ranch Tour NEW!
Sept. 28
Thursday | 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. | Double H Ranch, Lake Luzerne
The Double H Ranch, located in Lake Luzerne, is a demonstration of the commitment and generosity of philanthropist Charles R. Wood and actor Paul Newman. Since Double H officially opened its doors July 4, 1993, it has served more than 80,000 children dealing with life-threatening illnesses from around the world. Learn more about who Double H serves and what opportunities are available.
Please note: Please wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather.
Instructor: Double H Ranch staff
Price: $19
CRN: 10094
Step Back in Time at the Historic Feeder Canal NEW!
Oct. 4
Wednesday | 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. | Tour meets by the silos at 72 Maple St., Hudson Falls
Learn about the historic Glens Falls Feeder Canal, which has contributed to the evolution and growth of Glens Falls and the region since the 1820s. Visit various sites and experience what canal life was like 100 years ago.
Please note: Participants should wear proper clothing for this activity and dress for the weather.
Instructor: Pattie Simone, executive director, Feeder Canal Alliance
Price: $19
CRN: 10095
Salem Tour – Gardenworks Farm
Oct. 6
Friday | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tour leaves from SUNY Adirondack’s Queensbury campus
Spend the day with us in Salem, NY! Seats are limited for this tour, and preregistration is required. The trip will begin at SUNY Adirondack, where group transportation will be provided. We’ll leave the college and journey to Gardenworks Farm, a 300-acre, century-old, fourth-generation farm located in the Black Creek Valley of Salem. At Gardenworks, see the barn loft museum and learn about the farm and its history. You’ll also have a chance to see old farming tools and equipment, as well as shop at the Marketplace in the renovated dairy barn. The Marketplace sells specialty food including local cheeses, meats, organic vegetables and fresh baked goods along with handcrafts, artwork, gifts and floral designs. If time and weather allow, participants may have the opportunity to pick their own berries and explore the grounds.
Lunch will consist of vegetarian quiche, garden-fresh salad made with local produce, side salad and vanilla ice cream from Battenkill Valley Creamery topped with Gardenworks’ own raspberries. Beverages will include coffee, tea and water. After lunch, we’ll continue to the Salem Art Works (SAW) property and sculpture park where participants can take a self-guided tour of the park sculptures. Note that terrain varies in the sculpture park.
Please note: Transportation will be provided for this tour; participants must park and meet at SUNY Adirondack’s Queensbury campus (north parking lot outside Adirondack Hall) at 9 a.m. The tour departs at 9:15 a.m. at the latest; we are unable to wait for late arrivals. Participants should have good mobility, wear comfortable shoes, dress for the weather and be prepared to walk. No refunds for materials will be issued after Sept. 28.
Tentative itinerary: Leave SUNY Adirondack’s Queensbury campus (in the north parking lot by Adirondack Hall) by 9:15 a.m. Arrive at Gardenworks at 10 a.m. Eat lunch at noon. Leave Gardenworks for Salem Art Works at 1 p.m. Leave Salem Art Works at 2:15 p.m. Arrive back at SUNY Adirondack at 3 p.m.
CRN: 10138
Price: $65 (Price includes a $35 materials fee.)
New Skete Monasteries Tour (currently full; waitlisted)
Oct. 6
Friday | 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. | New Skete Monasteries, Cambridge
Experience breathtaking churches, extensive gardens, waterfall feature and the peace and solitude of New Skete! Learn about its history, art and culture. This guided tour includes a tour of the churches, with one of the brothers giving a lecture on their history and the icons depicted on the walls, a question-and-answer session and a visit to the Meditation Garden. You may even catch a glimpse of the famed New Skete German Shepherd dog. The tour will end with a visit to the monks’ gift shop and a stop at the nuns’ monastery for an opportunity to purchase cheesecake to take home.
Instructor: Brother Gregory
Price: $25 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)
CRN: 10071
Fort Miller Walking Tour
Oct. 11
Wednesday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Meet and park near Fort Miller Reformed Church, Fort Edward
Tour the hamlet of Fort Miller, looking in on many historic sites and discussing how a rift in the church destroyed a community. Visit the cemetery and many other sites just south of the village of Fort Edward and across the canal bridge at Lock 6.
Please note: This is a walking tour; participants should wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.
Instructor: R. Paul McCarty, The Old Fort House
Museum
Price: $19
CRN: 10072
Tour & Lunch at the Skene Manor (currently full; waitlisted)
Oct. 13
Friday | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Skene Manor, Whitehall
Enjoy a visit to Skene Manor, Whitehall’s Castle on the Mountain, which is one of the few remaining castles in northeast New York. The castle was constructed of stone blocks cut right out of the mountain that frames the manor. This magnificent structure shows turn-of-the-century craftsmanship rarely duplicated today. The day will include a lunch of homemade soup, sandwiches, beverages and dessert served in the tea room. You will also have the opportunity to tour Skene Manor, where you will experience the grandeur that exemplified turn-of-the-century wealth.
Please note: You will be contacted before the tour for your sandwich order. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. The manor has stairs only; there is no elevator. Any withdrawals after Oct. 6 will not be refunded the materials fee.
Instructor: Skene Manor staff
Price: $35 (Course price includes a $25 materials fee.)
CRN: 10073
Strand Theatre Lecture & Tour
Oct. 20
Friday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Strand Theatre, Hudson Falls
The Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls has offered the greater Glens Falls community numerous opportunities to enjoy the arts since its opening in 1923. Join us as we tour this beautiful local theater and explore its rich history and heritage.
Instructor: Miriam Enman, SUNY Adirondack
Price: $19
CRN: 10067
Ideal Dairy Farms & Argyle Cheese Farmer Dairy Processing & Store Tour
Oct. 25
Wednesday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Tour begins at Ideal Dairy Farms, Hudson Falls
Visit a commercial dairy farm milking 3,000 cows and learn what goes into producing delicious and nutritious dairy products. Ideal Dairy Farms staff will share how they care for their cows and discuss innovative technology and tools that allow the farm to remain competitive and sustainable in the dairy industry. Following the Ideal Dairy Farms tour, participants will travel a short distance to the Argyle Cheese Farmer dairy processing plant and retail store to discover how Ideal Dairy’s milk is made into cheese, yogurt and lots of other delicious products. Participants will also have the option to shop a collection of farm-fresh, delicious, homemade products.
Please note: This two-hour program includes an indoor and outdoor walking tour of an operating dairy farm, so please dress appropriately. Tour begins at Ideal Dairy Farms at 239 Vaughn Rd., Hudson Falls (follow the signs to the tour and parking area). After the Ideal Dairy Farms tour, drive to Argyle Cheese Farmer processing plant and retail store at 2358 Burgoyne Ave. in Hudson Falls.
Instructors: Ideal Dairy Farms and Argyle Cheese Farmer staff
Price: $19
CRN: 10074
An Architectural & Musical Treasure Tour in Glens Falls
Oct. 27
Friday | 1 to 3 p.m. | First Presbyterian Church of Glens Falls
The First Presbyterian Church of Glens Falls is one of the most significant architectural buildings in the North Country and is listed in National Register of Historic Places. Designed by famed American architect Ralph Adams Cram, the 1929 neo-Gothic building displays beautiful stonework, magnificent wood carvings and colorful stained-glass windows. The church is home to
two large pipe organs, one of which has more than 7,000 pipes ranging in size from that of a pencil to 32 feet long and is among the 100 largest pipe organs in the world.
Bryan Kirk, music director and organist, will take you on an informative tour of the building. You’ll also have a chance to hear this magnificent instrument, from the softest ethereals to roof-raising and floor-shaking fortissimos. See rarely observed, behind-the-scenes views of the organ chambers, pipes and air reservoirs, and learn about the extensive music program and concerts the church offers for the benefit of our community.
Instructor: Bryan Kirk, First Presbyterian Church of Glens Falls
Price: $19
CRN: 10075
Haunted Tour & Chocolate Making
Barkeater Chocolates Factory, North Creek
Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon (CRN: 10131)
or
Saturday, Oct. 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. (CRN: 10076) (currently full; waitlisted)
This two-hour session focuses on the haunted history of the Barkeater Chocolates factory and finishes off with a sweet hands-on experience. While we will cover real-life unexplained events and sometimes mysterious historical facts, the session is rated PG. Mature kids are welcome to join the group, per their guardians’ discretion. You will hear firsthand accounts of some creepy happenings combined with the sometimes mysterious, sometimes tragic history of the old building and grounds. After we cover the paranormal, we’ll do a chocolate demo in which you’ll be able to make your own chocolate ghost to enjoy on the spot or take home.
Please note: If you have any food allergies, please notify Continuing Education when registering for this course.
Instructor: Deb Morris, Barkeater Chocolates
Price: $45 (Course price includes a $30 materials fee.)
CRN: 10076
Health, History, Horses: An Inside Look at the National Museum of Racing
Nov. 1
Wednesday | 1 to 3 p.m. | National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame, Saratoga Springs
For more than 70 years, the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame has preserved and promoted thoroughbred history and honoring racing’s most accomplished participants. In this exclusive tour, you’ll get a firsthand look at its vast collection of artifacts, paintings and memorabilia from 400 years of horse racing in America. Take a ride on our racing simulator and feel what it takes to be a jockey. You’ll be also be able to look at archives and see how the museum preserves its collection. You’ll even get to have some firsthand experience doing registrar work in a real museum setting.
Please note: Students wishing to ride the racing simulator must sign and return a release form before the course. Riders must have long pants and closed-toed shoes to ride. Prior horseback experience is recommended, but not required. Students can enter the museum from the Ludlow Street entrance, where there is parking.
Instructor: Matt Reichel, museum educator
Price: $19 (Course price includes a $5 materials fee.)
CRN: 10078
Park Theater Tour & Lunch
Nov. 3
Friday | 10:30 a.m. to noon | The Park Theater, Glens Falls
Get an inside look into this historic theater, now a hotspot for community events and performances. Opened Dec. 23, 1911, Park Theater was the first movie theater in Glens Falls and became a gathering place for residents to watch silent films and vaudeville shows. After closing in 1935, the Glens Falls Post Co., former publishers of The Post-Star, purchased the theater in 1937 and converted it into a printing plant. Over the years, it has been gradually improved for use as a performing arts center, rented out for occasional concerts and used to operate a movie theater. In July 2014, local developer Elizabeth Miller, president of Miller Mechanical, purchased the property. With the help of AJA Architecture and Planning, and Cifone Construction Co., The Park Theater was transformed into a state-of-the-art performing space with Doc’s Restaurant downstairs. Your tour will conclude with lunch (a sandwich/wrap with beverage, chips and dessert) at Park & Elm.
Please note: You will be contacted before the tour for your sandwich order. Any withdrawals after Oct. 27 will not be refunded the materials fee.
Instructor: Chris Ristau, executive director, Park Theater
Price: $35 (Course price includes a $22 materials fee.)
CRN: 10077
Weather Routing Tour
Nov. 10
Friday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Weather Routing Inc., Glens Falls
Did you know Glens Falls is home to a private meteorological firm? Join us on a tour of this world leader in marine industry since 1961. Your tour at Weather Routing Inc. will include the operations center for yachting and commercial divisions, followed by a discussion of the services provided by Weather Routing to maritime clients worldwide.
Instructor: Jeremy Davis, assistant director of operations, Weather Routing Inc.
Price: $19
CRN: 10079