Continuing Education Catalog

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Bartending & Mixology 1: TIPS Certification Program 

Oct. 6 to Nov. 3   

Mondays | 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Queensbury campus and Adirondack Pub & Brewery, Lake George

This course introduces and advances knowledge and application of bartending skills to prepare individuals to work in the hospitality industry and support enthusiasts interested in mixology. Course sessions are appropriate for participants with limited experience and will focus on introductory information, best practices, legal issues and increasing participants’ familiarity with wines, beers and mixed drinks. Upon completion of the course, students will be familiar with:

• Industry standards
• Common terminology
• A variety of alcoholic beverages — beers, mixed drinks, wines and trending cocktails
• Health and hygiene regulations/sanitation
• Introduction to customer service, selling techniques, showmanship and menu development

Participants who successfully complete this course will be TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures) certified and receive a certificate from the New York State Liquor Authority that can be used as part of their Reasonable Effort Defense in the event they are convicted of serving someone younger than 21. Attendance at the first two sessions of the course is required; participation in four of five sessions is necessary to receive a certificate of completion.

Registration for this class closes Friday, Sept. 5, to ensure timely receipt of course materials. Any withdrawals after that date will not be refunded the materials fee. 

Prerequisite: All students must be at least 21 years old to participate in this class, and valid ID is required on the first evening of the class.

Instructor: Frank Burns

Price: $468 (Course price includes a $78 materials fee.) 

CRN: 10052

Bartending & Mixology 2: The Art of Bartending

Nov. 10 to 24   

Mondays | 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. 

Adirondack Pub & Brewery, Lake George

This three-week course expands upon the knowledge gained in Bartending & Mixology 1. These sessions offer more hands-on activities and time to rehearse and advance skills behind the bar to develop teamwork, recall of orders and elements of “style.” Students will have an opportunity to taste and sample spirits and briefly discuss origins of spirits and fun facts, and practice making classic cocktails. The course will study vodka, gin, whiskey, bourbon, scotch, rum and tequila. Upon completion of the course, students will be familiar with:

• Customer service and attitude
• Selling techniques and showmanship
• Menu development

Prerequisite: All students must be at least 21 years old to participate in this class, and valid ID is required on the first evening of the class.

Instructor: Frank Burns

Price: $254 (Course price includes a $30 materials fee.)

CRN: 10053

StartUp ADK

Sept. 24 to Nov. 19 

Wednesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. 

Live synchronous from Sept. 24 to Nov. 12

Graduation event Nov. 19 at Queensbury campus 

For seamless enrollment, please provide your @gmail.com address when registering. 

Are you starting or expanding a small business? Join us live, online, for this comprehensive course focused on the business planning process and skills needed to start or scale up your business. Bob Bullock, a SUNY Adirondack Business faculty member and 40-year veteran of the executive suites of numerous regional and statewide organizations, delivers an interactive and robust program. Bob incorporates local content experts in marketing, market research, bookkeeping, tax issues and cash flow, financial projections, legal considerations, human resources, business insurance and more. Participants use an online business plan builder and gain knowledge, feedback and support from an experienced entrepreneur. Residents of Warren or Washington counties who successfully complete this program might be eligible to apply for a small-business loan through Warren or Washington counties’ LDCs.

This course is sponsored by Warren County Local Development Corporation, Washington County Local Development Corporation and SUNY Adirondack Continuing Education.

Instructor: Bob Bullock

Price: $249

CRN: 10041 

ServSafe Food Safety Certification Workshop

Nov. 4   

Tuesday | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Food-service professionals working or pursuing jobs in establishments that handle, cook, store, serve, deliver, remove and dispose of food benefit from ServSafe training and certification. This national transferable certification may be required by employers and proves competencies and readiness to be a successful employee. Local hospitality and food-service businesses seeking effective training and certification for employees are invited to register them for this workshop; please see details on our registration information page about employer invoicing and payment of course tuition. Individuals who successfully complete this full-day program and examination will receive certification, which is valid for five years. Participants are encouraged to review the required book in advance to support participation in discussion and successful completion of the certification exam. The Office of Continuing Education will contact registered students about availability of books and how to pick them up.

Registration for this course closes Monday, Oct. 13, to ensure timely receipt of course materials. Any students who withdraw after that date will still be liable for the materials fee.

Please note: Bring a bag lunch.

Instructor: Frank Burns

Price: $225 (Course price includes a $78 materials fee.)

CRN: 10051

Certified Recovery Peer Advocate

This 50-hour foundational training fulfills the core requirement for individuals seeking provisional certification as a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA-P). This course introduces participants to the essential competencies of peer advocacy, including advocacy, mentoring and education, recovery and wellness support, ethical responsibility and Medication Supported Recovery (MSR). Completing this training qualifies students to apply for provisional certification through the New York Certification Board (NYCB). 

The primary function of a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate is facilitating outreach with individuals in a program or considering treatment for addiction. Using their recovery expertise, professional training and lived experience, peers boost individuals’ engagement in treatment and commitment to recovery. CRPAs also connect patients to community-based recovery supports consistent with treatment, recovery and discharge plans. 

The following courses, held at SUNY Adirondack's Queensbury campus, are included in this program:

Nov. 3 to 7: CCAR Recovery Coach Academy©

Monday through Friday | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Nov. 10: Medication Supported Recovery

Monday | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Nov. 12 to 14: CCAR Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches©

Wednesday through Friday | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Upon completion of this program, students will:

• Understand the scope of practice of a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate
• Display ability to communicate with patients in a culturally sensitive context
• Understand and perform skills related to peer services
• Apply essential skills as they relate to the recovery field

Once a student successfully completes the instructional portion of CRPA-P training, they begin professional development in this role, with support from Healthy Capital District. This includes:

• Weekly check-ins to address challenges and celebrate successes
• Data-tracking sheets to highlight strengths and opportunities, and track metrics that support CRPA and employer outcomes
• Healthy Capital District resources, including hard copies of guides
• Monthly professional development, including virtual and in-person workshops

Prerequisite: All participants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. 

Instructor: Katrina Fox-Marshall, CRPA/CARC NYCB Trainer

Price: $3,000 (Tuition assistance may be available; contact Continuing Education for details.)

CRN: 10039

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

NEW & EMERGING SUPERVISORS & MANAGERS SERIES

Mondays | 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. | Live synchronous 

These courses focus on practical tools in strategic areas to assist new and emerging supervisors and managers by advancing their skills, confidence and effectiveness in their roles. Each one-hour session offers opportunities to learn and rehearse skills to apply immediately in the workplace. 

Oct. 27: Strategic Planning — Leading with Intention (CRN: 10048)  

Price: $75 

Whether managing an entire company or one shift at a time, leadership is most effective when your team is centered on a plan. Does everyone have the same vision of success? In this class we review eight questions that define your vision. You'll walk away with practical tools for making sure the vision is shared by all!

Nov. 17: The Kolbe A™ Index (CRN: 10049)

Price: $160 (Course price includes an $85 materials fee.)

Kolbe A™ Index measures how you get things done when you’re free to be yourself. This is not about personality or intelligence. Only the Kolbe A™ Index uncovers the root of your success at work and home — your instinctive strengths. Imagine the power of harnessing your teams' strengths toward the greater good! 

Dec. 1: The Five Leadership Abilities (CRN: 10050)

Price: $75

Learn five crucial abilities of a leader that support personal and professional growth and capacity to successfully lead a team. Are you, your department or company hitting a ceiling again? Let's step back and see the systems at play and what you can do about them!

Instructor: Wendy Waldron, WaldronWorks, Certified EOS Implementer® 

MANAGEMENT, LEADERSHIP & TEAM-BUILDING SERIES 

Thursdays | 9 to 10 a.m. | Live synchronous

Whether you just started your career or have been working in your field for some time, these classes aim to enhance your abilities and take your performance to the next level. The instructor is a seasoned executive leader with more than two decades of experience in developing innovative strategies to drive success in complex organizations. He is a retired senior executive in the U.S. Marine Corps, owner of a recruiting and workforce development company, certified Resilience-Building Leadership Professional® trainer and Everything DiSC® practitioner.

Sept. 4 to 18: Administrative & Organizational Abilities (CRN: 10042) 

Explore essential skills and concepts required to excel in administrative and organizational roles within various industries. These skills are crucial for smooth functioning and success of any organization. They involve juggling multiple tasks, managing resources, coordinating teams and ensuring efficient processes. 

Sept. 25 to Oct. 9: Influencing, Leadership & Power (CRN: 10043) 

Examine how influential leadership and effective use of power are crucial elements for professional and personal success. This class provides valuable insights and practical knowledge for leaders, as well as those simply interested in enhancing their interpersonal skills. Explore dimensions of influence, leadership styles and power dynamics, and delve into the art of influencing others, understanding sources of power and ethical considerations associated with their use. Discuss the roles of vision, charisma and emotional intelligence in effective leadership. 

Oct. 23 to Nov. 6: Building Collaborative Relationships (CRN: 10044) 

In today's rapidly changing and interconnected world, building strong relationships with colleagues, teams and other stakeholders is crucial for achieving success. Leaders play pivotal roles in driving collaboration, innovation and productivity within their teams. Gain necessary tools, strategies and insights to enhance your ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships. 

Instructor: Christopher Thomas

Price: $195 per three-session course ($585 for all courses)

Microsoft Excel Level 1: For the Beginner 

Oct. 14 and 16 

Tuesday & Thursday | 6 to 9 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Use Excel to help organize, analyze and share data at work or home. Learn to navigate Excel, create a basic worksheet, perform calculations, modify and format a worksheet, manage and print workbooks, and customize the Excel environment. This course is intended for individuals who have little to no experience with Microsoft Excel. To successfully complete this course, you must attend both sessions.

Registration for this class closes Friday, Sept. 26, to ensure timely receipt of course materials. Any students who withdraw after that date will still be liable for the materials fee.

Instructor: Dan Dragon

Price: $145 (Course price includes a $35 materials fee.)

CRN: 10045 

Microsoft Excel Level 2: Intermediate Skills

Nov. 4 and 6   

Tuesday & Thursday | 6 to 9 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Use Excel to manage, share and present data at work or home. Learn to create advanced formulas, analyze and organize data, work with functions and lists, visualize data with charts and graphs, work with multiple workbooks and export data. This course is intended for individuals who have some experience with Microsoft Excel and are interested in becoming more efficient and skillful in the software application. To successfully complete this course, you must attend both sessions.

Registration for this class closes Friday, Oct. 17, to ensure timely receipt of course materials. Any students who withdraw after that date will still be liable for the materials fee.

Instructor: Dan Dragon

Price: $145 (Course price includes a $35 materials fee.)

CRN: 10046 

Microsoft Excel Level 3: Advanced Skills

Nov. 18 and 20   

Tuesday & Thursday | 6 to 9 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Use Excel to manage, share and present data at work or home. Learn to work with multiple worksheets and workbooks, use lookup functions and formula auditing, share and protect workbooks, automate functionality, create sparklines and forecast data. This course is intended for individuals who have significant experience with Microsoft Excel and are interested in advancing their skills and efficiency in this software application. To successfully complete this course, you must attend both sessions.

Registration for this class closes Friday, Oct. 31, to ensure timely receipt of course materials. Any students who withdraw after that date will still be liable for the materials fee.

Instructor: Dan Dragon

Price: $145 (Course price includes a $35 materials fee.)

CRN: 10047

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Notary Public License Exam Preparation — Self-Paced, Online Course

Available Sept. 15 to Dec. 1   

This online, self-paced course is offered through the Brightspace learning management system and is designed to teach essential information needed for the New York State Notary exam. In addition, this course thoroughly prepares participants for the duties and functions of a Notary Public officer. They gain insight into what a Notary Public’s key responsibilities and limitations are, as well as some best practices. Topics include notary concepts, definition review, sample forms and notary law subsection review. 

Please note: The Notary Public exam will not be given during this workshop. To successfully complete this course and prepare for the exam, students are required to complete the reading, discussion and quiz activities identified in the course syllabus.

Registration for this course closes Monday, Nov. 3, to ensure participants have time to complete the course. 

Instructor: Kelli Hatin, Ed.D., professor of business, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $95

CRN: 10040 

Notary Public License Exam Preparation — In-Person Course

Oct. 8 

Wednesday | noon to 4 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

This interactive, in-person workshop prepares participants for the New York State Notary Public exam and provides a comprehensive overview of the Notary Public Office. Examples are provided to illuminate situations a Notary is likely to encounter. Topics include avoiding conflicts of interest, maintaining professional ethics, charging proper fees, handling special situations and deferring to an attorney. All materials are provided, and information about how to access the NYS Department of State licensing information, booklets and forms are distributed.

Please note: The Notary Public exam will not be administered during this workshop; however, an 80-question practice exam and answer key will be provided to complete at home.

Instructor: Victor Bujanow, Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)

Price: $79 (Course price includes a $7 materials fee.)

CRN: 10056 

Become A New York State Notary Signing Agent

Nov. 6 

Thursday | noon to 4 p.m. | Live synchronous

If you are a notary public in New York state, you might be able to earn additional income. The thriving real estate and refinancing markets have companies scrambling to hire qualified Notary Signing Agents to help meet increased business demands. After completing this basic introductory course, participants can work on a freelance basis with mortgage, title and signing companies that hire Notary Signing Agents on per-job assignments, sometimes for $75 to $150 or more. All materials are included, including a step-by-step guidebook, sample loan documents and a 20-page mortgage glossary. This is also a good course for those who are not notaries but want to learn more about what a New York Notary Signing Agent does. The instructor, Victor Bujanow, is a New York state Notary Public, a Certified Notary Signing Agent (CNSA), statewide Notary Public college adjunct instructor and a member of The American Society of Notaries.

Instructor: Victor Bujanow, Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)

Price: $79

CRN: 10057

NYS Notary Public Law Refresher Course

Oct. 22 

Wednesday | noon to 4 p.m. | Live synchronous

This course reviews New York notary laws. The 22-page NY Notary Law Booklet will be reviewed and highlighted with new electronic notarization information and notary journal recordkeeping protocols. This presentation is a must for every commissioned New York Notary to properly execute their authority, duties and responsibilities. Examples using real-life scenarios will be used to explain situations a Notary Public officer is likely to encounter. 

Topics include an overview on how to avoid conflicts of interest, legal ethics, allowable fees and addressing special situations. All materials are provided, including a website link to the NYS Department of State licensing information and a 46-page notary review guidebook with glossary terms. Updated sample forms will also be reviewed.

Instructor: Victor Bujanow, Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)

Price: $79

CRN: 10055

Master the Skills for Non-Technical Remote Jobs NEW!

Self-guided course beginning Sept. 22

Asynchronous with weekly group coaching sessions

Is remote work something you desire? Discover everything you need to thrive in today’s remote work landscape. Whether you want to transition into remote work or advance in your current role, this course will give you the tools and support you need to succeed. Throughout the program, we focus on you — your aspirations, challenges and work-life balance. The course includes:

• Personalized career path discovery: Dive deep into discovering which role is perfect for you based on your strengths and goals.
• Productivity, mindfulness and artificial intelligence: Master AI tools and time management practices that create harmony between your personal and professional lives.
• Weekly coaching: Participate in live, interactive coaching, ensuring ongoing support, feedback and guidance through every stage of your journey.
• Job acquisition strategies: Learn direct outreach techniques to connect with recruiters and hiring managers, helping you stand out from the crowd.

If you want a job that doesn’t compromise your life, this is the course for you. 

Instructors: Michael Ammaturo and Noosh'Anna

Price: $375

CRN: 10198

Instructor and Happy Brands Collective owner Stephanie Poulin is a reformed corporate and agency professional who turned a layoff into a full-fledged six-figure business. Before starting her company, she worked more than 12 years in a corporate setting at marketing agencies and a few startups running marketing departments and social media management, as well as working in a variety of roles in sales and operations. Happy Brands Collective is a fully remote social media agency in Saratoga Springs that employs six to eight contracted employees nationwide. 

Poulin has worked with more than 50 companies, brands and influencers locally and nationally on social media management, content creation, short-form videography, startup launches for new businesses or products, marketing strategy, rebranding and more.

Social Media Marketing 101 Masterclass

Oct. 14

Tuesday | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | Live synchronous 

Learn why every business and brand should invest in a social media marketing (SMM) strategy, as well as do’s and don’ts. Poulin will share her successes, failures and lessons learned along the way of building a six-figure marketing agency and how these valuable lessons can be implemented for brands, businesses and influencers. 

Topics will include:

• SMM: The new way to advertise
• Social media marketing 101: Best practices
• Strategy and consistency
• Understanding your audience
• How to build a content calendar
• Master your brand to master your audience
• Is implementing an influencer or user-generated content (UGC) strategy right for you?
• Continued education in marketing, tools, tips and tricks

Instructor: Stephanie Poulin, CEO and owner of Happy Brands Collective LLC

Price: $75

CRN: 10054

How to Give Constructive Feedback & Keep a Good Working Relationship NEW!

Sept. 30 to Oct. 14 

Tuesdays | 9 to 11 a.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Telling someone something they may not want to hear is challenging, and it’s even more challenging when you worry such feedback might harm the relationship. Participants in this highly interactive, intentionally fun-filled workshop will explore what makes conversations challenging, learn strategies to make difficult conversations easier and practice those skills in real time.

By the end of this three-session workshop, participants will be able to:

• Understand common reasons why giving constructive feedback is so challenging
• Demonstrate at least two strategies that can be used to make any difficult conversation easier

Instructor: Jim FitzGerald, Mediation Matters

Price: $315

CRN: 10157

Values-Based Conversations in the Workplace: Fostering Authenticity & Connection NEW! 

Oct. 1 to 22 

Wednesdays | 8:30 to 10 a.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Creating safe, authentic spaces for open communication can be challenging in today’s workplace. This workshop offers practical processes to help you engage colleagues in meaningful dialogue, rooted in trust and shared values. These processes are collaborative, invite creativity and can create connections through conversations. Learn how to foster deeper connections, improve team collaboration and contribute to a more satisfying and inclusive work environment, which are key ingredients for stronger teams and long-term success. By the end of this four-session workshop, participants will be able to:

• Use three approaches for facilitating dialogue that creates safety, comfort and authenticity
• Identify how personal and professional values guide individual and group work
• Implement between sessions and reflect on what worked, what didn't and what's next

Instructor: Amy Alfonso, Mediation Matters

Price: $315

CRN: 10160

Who Am I In Conflict? NEW! 

Oct. 7 to 21

Tuesdays | 8:30 to 10 a.m. | Queensbury campus 

We all experience conflict. Often, the way we show up in conflict can decide how productive or damaging the outcome will be. In this activity-filled experiential workshop, we explore conflict resolution theory, scenarios and our own experiences to understand ourselves and others a bit better in the world of conflict. By the end of this three-session workshop, participants will be able to:

• Identify their conflict style and techniques for interacting with styles different from their own
• Identify how emotions, interests, and needs shape their behaviors and the behaviors of others
• Practice nonviolent communication techniques

Instructor: Cait Righi, Mediation Matters

Price: $237

CRN: 10199

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Beginning Knitting 

Oct. 7 to 28

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Learn the basics of knitting and have fun doing it! Students will learn how to begin a knitting project, the two basic stitches used in knitting and how to end the project. We will discuss the types of things one can knit, as well as various yarns and materials available. This course is primarily geared toward beginners, but those with some basic knowledge of knitting are welcome.

Please note: Students should bring two skeins of worsted weight (#4) light-colored acrylic or wool/acrylic blend yarn, a pair of straight wood or bamboo knitting needles (size 8 or 9), a pair of scissors, a size H crochet hook and a plastic yarn (tapestry) needle. 

Instructor: Lisa Akker

Price: $55 

CRN: 10005

Beginning Crochet 

Nov. 4 to 25

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Those with little to no knowledge of crocheting and those with some experience with the craft will benefit from this course. Students learn about tools and supplies needed and how they’re used, as well as a number of basic stitches and how to read crochet patterns. Students will complete a simple project, such as a scarf or small throw blanket. No previous experience is required.

Please note: Students should bring a size H metal crochet hook and two skeins of worsted-weight yarn. 

Instructor: Lisa Akker

Price: $55 

CRN: 10006

Make A Balsam Wreath 

Nov. 29

Saturday | 1 to 4 p.m. | Fort Edward Art Center & Archive Building

Create a balsam wreath for your holiday home décor or as a thoughtful gift. Using balsam greens from the Adirondacks, you’ll trim with a bow and decorate with pine cones. 

Please note: Students are encouraged to bring gardening gloves and a pair of garden clippers for cutting greens. 

Instructor: R. Paul McCarty

Price: $25 plus an additional $30 materials fee (The $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor in class.) 

CRN: 10008

Make A Balsam Centerpiece 

Dec. 6

Saturday | 1 to 4 p.m. | Fort Edward Art Center & Archive Building

Create a balsam centerpiece for your holiday table or fireplace mantel using fresh balsam greens. You will also learn how to make bows for decorations and other decorating techniques. 

Please note: Students are encouraged to bring gardening gloves and a pair of garden clippers for cutting greens.

Instructor: R. Paul McCarty

Price: $25 plus an additional $30 materials fee (The $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor in class.) 

CRN: 10009

Ceramic Bird Feeder Workshop NEW! 

Oct. 20

Monday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

Invite feathered friends to your garden with a handmade ceramic bird feeder! In this fun and creative workshop, you’ll learn hand-building techniques to shape and decorate your own functional and decorative feeder. No experience needed — just bring your creativity and love for nature. Finished pieces will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup in two weeks.   

Emily Crawford is a ceramic artist whose work infuses beauty into the ordinary. With a focus on functional pottery, Emily employs hand-building techniques and wheel-thrown pottery to create unique pieces that enrich the daily rituals of life.

Instructor: Emily Crawford, Crawford Island Art

Price: $45 (Course price includes a $20 materials fee.)

CRN: 10148

Ceramic Tea Light Luminary Workshop NEW! 

Nov. 12

Wednesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

This class takes place at Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School, 10 Gray Ave., Greenwich, NY 12834.

Create a pair of glowing ceramic tea light holders in this fun, hands-on workshop! You'll learn basic slab-building and carving techniques to shape and decorate a one-of-a-kind luminary. This class is perfect for all skill levels — no experience needed. Finished pieces will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup in two weeks. 

Instructor: Emily Crawford, Crawford Island Art

Price: $35 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)

CRN: 10149

Ceramic Butter Dish Workshop NEW! 

Dec. 3

Wednesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

Spread the joy! In this playful workshop, you'll hand-build your own ceramic butter dish — perfect for adding charm to your kitchen or table. No experience is needed; just bring your creativity. Finished pieces will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup in two weeks.   

Instructor: Emily Crawford, Crawford Island Art

Price: $35 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)

CRN: 10150

Ceramic Valentine Workshop NEW! 

Jan. 14

Wednesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

Get your hands dirty and your heart full! Make sweet, handmade ceramic valentines — think heart dishes, love tokens, or quirky keepsakes. They are perfect for date night, bestie time, or some self-love creativity. No experience is needed; just bring the love! Finished pieces will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup in two weeks. 

Instructor: Emily Crawford, Crawford Island Art

Price: $35 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)

CRN: 20011

Ceramic Coiled Vessel Workshop NEW! 

Feb. 25

Wednesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

Join us for a hands-on exploration of one of the oldest pottery techniques: coil building. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to hand-roll and stack coils of clay to create unique, sculptural vessels. Perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike, this session focuses on creativity, texture and form. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have your own custom-built ceramic piece, ready for firing. Finished pieces will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup in two weeks.

Instructor: Emily Crawford, Crawford Island Art

Price: $35 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)

CRN: 20012

Wet Felting a Vessel NEW! 

Oct. 27

Monday | 6 to 8:30 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

Have fun and get creative with wool in this beginner-friendly course that teaches the basics of wet felting. Be ready to play with color, texture and shape as you complete your own unique bowl, vessel or vase. Participants are provided with two colors of Merino top wool, a pack of hand-picked complementary luster fibers, and extra embellishment goodies to create a one-of-a-kind finished product … and knowledge and enough fiber to make more at home!

This course is perfect for anyone interested in learning about and experimenting with the art of wet felting. Suitable for absolute beginners or experienced felters, participants should be ready to keep an open mind and let design take shape organically.

Please note: Participants should bring two bath towels. All other materials will be provided.

Instructor: Kate Morse, co-owner of Idlenot Fibersmiths

Price: $69 (Course price includes a $50 materials fee.)

CRN: 10151

Beginner Tunisian Crochet NEW! 

Nov. 4

Tuesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

Discover the art of Tunisian crochet — a beautiful technique that blends the look of knitting with the simplicity of crochet! Perfect for beginners, this hands-on workshop introduces you to the basics, including how to start a project, work foundational stitches and complete your first small swatch. All supplies are provided. You'll leave with a practice swatch, a ball of yarn, Tunisian hook, cowl pattern and confidence to start your first project.

Please note: Participants should have a basic knowledge of standard crochet or knitting.

Instructor: Mackenzie Rouelau, co-owner of Idlenot Fibersmiths

Price: $45 (Course price includes a $18 materials fee.)

CRN: 10152

Beginner Creating Stained Glass Weekend (currently full; waitlisted)

Oct. 18 and 19 

Saturday & Sunday | 8 a.m. to noon | Queensbury campus

Please note: This course is open only to first-time participants with no experience in creating stained glass. Learn the art of creating stained-glass objects. Students experience cutting glass to fit a pattern, grinding, foiling and soldering the pieces. Students have the opportunity to create two unique stained-glass pieces. 

Students should wear closed-toe shoes to class. 

Instructor: Claire Griffith

Price: $125 (Course price includes a $20 materials fee.)

CRN: 10007

Voila — A New Room in No Time NEW!

Nov. 12 and 19

Wednesdays | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Ready to refresh or reinvent your space? This course guides you through the essentials of room design, covering subjects including furniture placement, color and pattern choices, and more. Learn to overcome common design challenges and create a space that’s functional for your lifestyle and reflects your unique style and personality. Best of all, it doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive to transform a room that excites you!

With the second day of class dedicated to personal Q&A, you'll have a chance to get direct advice and guidance tailored to your space. Every participant will also be entered into a drawing for a free 1.5-hour personal in-home consultation for a room of their choice.

The instructor is a retired interior decorator with 35 years of experience running her own business.

Please note: Students should bring a notebook and writing utensil to take notes.

Instructor: Bonnie Quackenbush, Art & Soul Designs

Price: $45

CRN: 10093

Watercolor Painting for Beginners 

Oct. 20 to Nov. 10

Mondays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School

This course teaches beginner and intermediate artists watercolor painting techniques, explaining materials and techniques needed for success. Participants learn techniques and train their hands in using brushes and color theory. Students learn how to paint fruits and berries. 

Instructor: Ilona Zabolotna

Price: $55 plus an additional $15 materials fee (The $15 materials fee is payable to the instructor in class.)

CRN: 10001 

Basic Cartooning

Oct. 9 to Nov. 13 

Thursdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

Learn the basics of cartooning by drawing amusing and exaggerated characters in this course. Create simple shapes and doodles and make them into funny faces and silly characters. Take a break to sit, draw and think creatively. Animate your own stories! This course is open to new and returning students.

Please note: Students must bring a drawing pad and pencils to class.

Instructor: Joseph Craig

Price: $59 

CRN: 10002

Perspective Drawing from Reference & Proportions 

Oct. 14 to Dec. 2 (No class Nov. 4 or Nov. 11)

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School

This is a basic course for drawing subjects in perspective. We will learn to find proportions of subjects, compare their sizes and portray them. Learn to use lines to show different planes on picture without shading. This course is for anyone who wants to upgrade their skills in drawing subjects.

Please note: Students must bring drawing paper (11x14 inches or a similar size), pencils (HB, B and 2B pencils) and erasers to class.

Instructor: Ilona Zabolotna

Price: $59 

CRN: 10003

Become Fluent in Pastel Landscapes 

Oct. 4 to Nov. 8 

Saturdays | 1 to 3 p.m. | Queensbury campus

This six-week course will help you gain confidence working with pastels. We will discuss types of pastels, papers and a short history of the use of pastels. Each week we will concentrate on a different aspect of a landscape painting, including composition, light themes, and painting skies, water reflections and trees. 

This course is for those with an interest in using pastels, including beginning adults who wish to tap into their creative selves.

Please note: Pastels will be supplied by the instructor. Students will need to purchase two 9x12-inch pads of Canson Mi-Teintes pastel paper. Each pad contains 24 pieces in assorted colors. Students can purchase pastel paper online at sites such as Dick Blick Art Materials (dickblick.com), Dakota Art Pastels (dakotapastels.com) or Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff (cheapjoes.com). The estimated cost is approximately $20; please note prices are subject to change based on the vendor.

Instructor: Joann Quinlivan

Price: $75 (Course price includes a $25 materials fee.)

CRN: 10004

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Boating America

Oct. 4

Saturday | 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Under Brianna’s Law, all operators of motorized vessels need a boating safety certificate, regardless of age. This basic power boat and personal watercraft (PWC) class teaches the knowledge needed to obtain a U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary boating safety certificate for motorboat and personal watercraft operation. This course meets the boating safety education requirements for the state of New York. Many insurance companies recognize the certificate for discounts on boat insurance. Operators may not operate a personal watercraft (Jet Ski®, Sea-Doo®, etc.) unless they are at least 14 years of age and hold a boater safety certificate issued by the USCG Auxiliary for having completed an eight-hour, classroom-based course.

Please note: Bring a bag lunch and/or snacks. Participants must attend all eight hours and pass the final exam to qualify for the certificate, which is issued at the end of class. This course is open to individuals who are at least 10 years of age. Participants younger than 14 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the class.

Instructor: U.S. Coast Guard, Lake George Flotilla 15-10

Price: $35 (Course price includes a $20 materials fee.)

CRN: 10012

Five-Hour Prelicensing Course 

Oct. 13 (CRN: 10010)

Monday | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Live synchronous

or

Nov. 11 (CRN: 10011)

Tuesday | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Live synchronous

This Five-Hour Prelicensing Course is required by New York State Department of Motor Vehicles for all applicants who want to take a road test for a driver’s license. A MV-278 completion certificate needed for road test appointments will be issued at the conclusion of this class.

Please note:

• Preregistration is required through Continuing Education using the Five-Hour Pre-Licensing Course Registration Request Form.
• A New York state Learner’s Permit (photo ID) is required.
• Students should join the class 15 minutes early. Class starts promptly at the scheduled time.
• Students must have their cameras on at all times during the course; the instructor must be able to see each student to confirm attendance for the duration of the class.
• No refunds will be issued after noon the Friday before class.

Instructor: Bell’s Auto Driving School

Price: $55

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Financial Literacy 

Oct. 15 to 29

Wednesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Cheyanne Jenkins is a passionate advocate for financial empowerment and education. With seven years of experience in the finance industry, she has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals. Cheyanne believes financial literacy is the key to breaking the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and building a secure future. Through engaging seminars and interactive workshops, she provides participants with tools and knowledge to navigate the complexities of personal finance. The course covers essential topics such as credit awareness, tailored banking strategies, identity protection and understanding common fraud schemes. Cheyanne emphasizes the importance of open family conversations about money, equipping participants with the confidence to discuss financial matters with loved ones. 

Join Cheyanne in this transformative journey to financial wellness, and take the first step toward a brighter, more secure future. 

Instructor: Cheyanne Jenkins, branch manager, TD Bank

Price: $16

CRN: 10153

Your Active Retirement NEW! 

Oct. 29

Wednesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

This workshop arms attendees with an action plan for predictable retirement income. For most, an ideal retirement is funded by steady income without having to work. Social Security benefits, money in annuities, IRAs, 401(k)s, 403(b)s, CDs and cash can all be used to create an income plan to fund the retirement of your dreams. This class helps attendees understand how annuities and other investments create a “personal pension” — a retirement income stream to give peace of mind.

Instructor: Frank Finch, principal of Life Stages Financial Group

Price: $16

CRN: 10094

Estate Planning Basics 

Dec. 3 

Wednesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Estate planning is preparing for management and transfer of your assets during incapacity or upon your death. While a will is the cornerstone of any estate plan, it is important you have a power of attorney and health care proxy in place in the event you lose capacity to make important decisions due to an emergency or medical condition. Join estate planning attorney Jessica Botelho for a detailed discussion on the basics of estate planning, and learn how to prepare yourself and your family for life’s inevitable events.

Instructor: Jessica Botelho, Botelho Law PLLC

Price: $16

CRN: 10019

Documenting Care at Home 

Oct. 22 and 29 

Wednesdays | 1 to 3 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Life is unpredictable. Be prepared. This course teaches those with limited or no health care background how to document care being given at home to help monitor and manage medical conditions more effectively. Learn how to keep track of appointments and other important information using an organized, structured approach with ready-to-use documents, instructional videos for online learning (via documentingcareathome.com) and live lectures. Documenting care at home is useful when caring for someone with a serious illness, terminal illness or chronic medical conditions (e.g., diabetes). It can also be used in temporary treatment situations, such as during chemo or radiation therapy. Let Valerie help you navigate through this process and help make this life-changing time an experience instead of a nightmare.

Instructor: Valerie Falzo, Documenting Care at Home by Valerie Falzo, RN, PLLC

Price: $49 (Course price includes a $25 materials fee.)

CRN: 10030

Maximize Your Social Security Benefit 

Oct. 6 (CRN: 10014)

Monday | 6:15 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School 

or

Oct. 15 (CRN: 10015)

Wednesday | 6:15 to 8 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

or

Oct. 20 (CRN: 10013)

Monday | 6:15 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

A few key decisions can make a big difference in your Social Security benefit. Learn strategies to get the most money from Social Security. Learn how to plan for taxes, health care and other costs during retirement, as well as how to wisely grow and protect your retirement income. This session covers key Social Security benefit choices, such as individual and spousal options, and help you understand simple steps to maximize your benefit. Join us before you make a financial decision that might not be reversible.

Instructor: Frank Finch, principal of Life Stages Financial Group

Price: $16

Stocks, Bonds & Mutual Funds

Oct. 23

Thursday | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School 

This course explains the basic concepts of investing and has been heard by thousands of people since its launch in 2005. Course content is adjusted each year to present the most up-to-date information. Learn the basics of stocks, bonds and mutual funds, which form the backbone of most portfolios. This informational class will help you understand differences and similarities of various types of investments and explain “financial lingo.” It will also show how proper asset allocation can lower your overall risk and help you understand the benefits of using mutual funds to build a balanced portfolio to plan for a successful retirement. There will be no attempt to promote any specific investments. 

Instructor: Nicholas Stark, financial planner with Halliday Financial LLC

Price: $16

CRN: 10018

Connecting the Pieces of Medicare

Sept. 29 (CRN: 10027)

Monday | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

or

Oct. 2 (CRN: 10028)

Thursday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

or

Oct. 7 (CRN: 10029)

Tuesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

Do you know the ins and outs of Medicare? What happens if you do not sign up for the right coverage at the right time? Do you know what IRMMA is? Some mistakes could carry lifelong penalties, meaning you will have to pay more for Medicare benefits.

This course is for those who have Medicare, are about to reach 65 and/or are ready to retire or questioning whether to keep their employer insurance. Learn about the process required to apply for Medicare through Social Security, review significant differences between a Medicare Advantage Plan, a Medicare Supplement Plan (Medigap Policy) and the Part D Prescription Coverage. The instructor will also discuss how to determine if you might be eligible for NYS Prescription Assistance or NYS Medicare Savings Program. Having this knowledge is imperative in making an appropriate choice.

Instructor: Mary Yuhasz, licensed Medicare agent at Mosaic Wealth Strategies Group Ltd.

Price: $16

Tax Diversify Your Retirement Income — Seminar 

Oct. 27

Monday | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

This powerful presentation explains a strategy that can help you manage retirement tax burden and protect your family. With a little preparation and guidance, retirement can be anything — and everything — you want.

Instructor: Michael Testa, CRPS®, principal, senior financial advisor, Tailored Wealth Solutions

Price: $16

CRN: 10026

Retirement Planning Today 

Sept. 30 and Oct. 7 

Tuesdays | 6:30 to 9 p.m. | Queensbury campus

CRN for individuals: 10020

CRNs for couples: 10189 (student 1) & 10190 (student 2) 

or

Oct. 1 and 8 

Wednesdays | 6:30 to 9 p.m. 

Saratoga Springs High School 

CRN for individuals: 10022

CRNs for couples: 10191 (student 1) & 10192 (student 2)

or

Oct. 14 and 21 

Tuesdays | 6:30 to 9 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

CRN for individuals: 10024

CRNs for couples: 10193 (student 1) & 10194 (student 2) 

Learn about important considerations before deciding to retire. Avoid common pitfalls to get the most out of retirement. This course covers life planning for retirement, retirement needs and expenses, roadblocks and mistakes, income sources, retirement plan distributions, investments, risk management and asset protection.

Instructor: Steve Hipsley, CFP, Champlain Wealth Management Ltd.

Price for individuals: $31

Price for couples: $47

An additional $15 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class for the required workbook. Couples may share a workbook.

How to Buy a Home 101

Oct. 7 

Tuesday | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Learn the process of buying a house and how to prepare financially and logistically. This course helps you know what to research and how to get a better loan rate.

Instructors: Bert Rawert, licensed real estate salesperson with Howard Hanna, and Isaiah Philo, mortgage consultant, 1st Priority Mortgage Inc.

Price for individuals: $15

Price for couples: $25 

CRN for individuals: 10016

CRNs for couples: 10195 (student 1) & 10196 (student 2) 

Please note: Consult your physician before starting any exercise program. Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Pickleball: Beginner/Intermediate 

Sept. 13 to Oct. 18

Saturdays | 10 a.m. to noon | Hudson River Park, Queensbury

Join us for one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States: pickleball. This game combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis and is played with solid paddles and a perforated ball like a Wiffle® ball on a short solid court with a low net. Pickleball can be enjoyed by all ages. This course is for beginners and those who know the rules but want to improve their game. Learn about proper scoring, how to serve, how to drop the ball and perform drills.

Please note: Students must provide their own paddles designed for outdoor courts, wear comfortable clothes and good sneakers, and bring water. Student email addresses provided upon registration will be given to the instructor so she can notify participants of any cancelations due to weather. 

Instructor: Kayla Benner

Price: $99 (Course price includes a $42 materials fee.)

CRN: 10105

Everyday Flexibility NEW! 

Oct. 7 to Nov. 18 (No class Nov. 11)

Tuesdays | 6 to 7 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

Join us for a one-hour, full-body stretch and flexibility class. Learn effective ways to incorporate stretches that target trouble spots and improve flexibility in to your daily routine. This class is geared toward anyone who wants to stretch more. The instructor is a certified personal trainer, with a certificate in functional movement specialty. 

Please note: Students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat.

Instructor: Leah Meredith, Live Oak Wellness

Price: $35

CRN: 10125

Restorative Yoga   

Sept. 16 to Dec. 9 (No class Nov. 25)

Tuesdays | 6 to 7:15 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Restorative yoga is a rejuvenating and fully supported practice using props and blankets to modify and enhance traditional yoga postures. The postures gently stretch and open the body, relieving chronic tension and stress, leading to deep relaxation and healing. Restorative breathing and meditation practices are included. All levels are welcome.

Please note: Students should bring a yoga mat, blanket and strap.

Instructor: Tobey Gifford, Lemon Tree Yoga

Price: $105

CRN: 10060 

Chair Yoga

Oct. 16 to Nov. 20

Thursdays | 10 to 11 a.m. | Queensbury campus

Chair yoga is a gentle, accessible and effective practice. Students perform postures and breathing exercises using the support of a chair. This class is great for students recovering from injury or illness, as well as for anyone who wants to experience the many benefits of yoga without having to get up and down from the floor. Benefits include increased strength, mobility, balance and flexibility, along with improved circulation, cognition, relaxation and stress reduction. No previous experience is necessary.

Instructor: Tobey Gifford, Lemon Tree Yoga

Price: $49

CRN: 10061 

Cardio & Strength Circuit

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. | Queensbury campus

(No class Nov. 25 or 27)

• Sept. 9 to Oct. 16 (CRN: 10032) — Price: $82
• Oct. 21 to Dec. 4 (CRN: 10033) — Price: $82
• Jan. 6 to Feb. 3 (CRN: 20001) — Price: $62

Protect bone health and muscle, be stronger and fitter, develop better body mechanics and relieve stress. Every week, we will work different muscle groups. You will be instructed every step of the way. The class offers low-, medium- and high-intensity options for men and women of all age groups. All fitness levels are welcome, and no experience is required. Join in the fun!

Please note: Students should wear comfortable clothes and good sneakers, and bring water and a mat.

Instructor: Leesa Stiller

Strength Training for Women 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Lake Avenue Elementary School, Saratoga Springs

(No class Oct. 2, Nov. 4, Nov. 6, Nov. 11, Nov. 27, Feb. 17, Feb. 19, April 7 or April 9)

• Sept. 30 to Dec. 16 (CRN: 10035) — Price: $85
• Jan. 6 to March 5 (CRN 20003) — Price: $75
• March 10 to May 7 (CRN: 20004) — Price: $75

This course builds strength using hand weights, body weight and stretching. Non-aerobic exercises are done standing and on the floor. 

Please note: Participants must be able to get up from the floor to stand without assistance. Bring hand weights (5-10 pounds recommended), a mat and a water bottle.

Instructor: Sue Johnson

Co-Ed Volleyball 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. 

Maple Avenue Middle School, Saratoga Springs 

(No class Nov. 4, Nov. 27, Feb. 17, Feb. 19, April 7 or April 9)

• Oct. 7 to Nov. 6 (CRN: 10126) — Price: $82
• Nov. 13 to Dec. 16 (CRN: 10127) — Price: $82
• Jan. 6 to 29 (CRN: 20005) — Price: $72
• Feb. 5 to March 10 (CRN: 20006) — Price: $72
• March 17 to April 16 (CRN: 20007) — Price: $72
• April 23 to May 19 (CRN: 20008)— Price: $72 

Join in this twice-weekly pickup volleyball course for intermediate BB/B level players. Preregistration is required. 

Please note: A towel, water and good sneakers/shoes are recommended. 

Instructor: Patrick Baldwin 

Advanced Power Volleyball 

Wednesdays | 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. 

Maple Avenue Middle School, Saratoga Springs

(No class Nov. 26, Feb. 18, March 18 or April 8)

• Oct. 1 to Nov. 5 (CRN: 10128) — Price: $29
• Nov. 12 to Dec. 17 (CRN: 10129) — Price: $25
• Jan. 7 to Feb. 25 (CRN: 20009) — Price: $42
• March 11 to May 6 (CRN: 20010) — Price: $42

Advanced Power Volleyball holds competitive pickup games for experienced players. Participants are expected to have solid foundational skills and a knowledge of offensive and defensive strategies using designated hitters, setters, blockers, etc., as well as familiarity with USA Volleyball rules and regulations. 

Please note: This class is not for beginners. Preregistration is required.

Instructor: Adam Giannini

Zumba / Zumba Toning 

Sept. 30 to Dec. 11 (No class Nov. 4, 11 or 27)

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 

Division Street Elementary School, Saratoga Springs

Zumba is an interval-style dance fitness party that combines low- and high-intensity moves. Burn lots of calories as you move to the rhythm with Latin and world-inspired dance and fitness moves. Zumba is so fun, it doesn’t feel like exercise, and it’s for every body; all shapes, sizes and abilities can enjoy Zumba. Zumba is an enthusiastic, energizing, positive and “feel good” class. No experience is required. Make it Zumba toning by using 1- to 3-pound weights. 

Please note: A towel, water and good sneakers/shoes are recommended. 

Instructor: Janine Hawthorne

Price: $69

CRN: 10122

Zumba Gold: Low Impact NEW!

Oct. 13 to Nov. 17 

Mondays | 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. | Queensbury campus

Zumba Gold is a modified Zumba class designed for active older adults or those seeking a lower-intensity workout. The class will focus on balance, range of motion, cardiovascular health and coordination while re-creating the original Zumba moves at a slower pace. We will dance to rhythms that include merengue, belly dance, cha-cha, rock 'n' roll, calypso, salsa and bachata.

Jennifer Islas has been a group fitness instructor for more than 20 years. She enjoys creating fun and easy-to-follow choreography for participants. 

Instructor: Jennifer Islas, Ray of Light Fitness LLC

Price: $35

CRN: 10095

East Coast & West Coast Swing 

Oct. 8 to Nov. 12

Wednesdays | 6 to 7 p.m. | Queensbury campus

East Coast Swing is a fun, energetic, fast dance with triple and rock steps danced to Big Band or contemporary music. West Coast Swing is made up of two walks and two triples, and is danced to a wide variety of modern music. This class is introductory, so no experience is needed. These dances are danced in partnership, but you may sign up with or without a partner. Anyone can learn to lead or follow. 

Please note: Please wear comfortable shoes. No experience is necessary, but it is recommended you attend all (or most) classes because each week will build on the moves learned previously.

Instructor: Jennifer Cornell, Dance Moves with Jen

Price: $45

CRN: 10058

Ballroom Dancing

Oct. 8 to Nov. 12 

Wednesdays | 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Learn the basic steps of waltz, cha-cha, rumba, hustle and more. We will dance to classic ballroom and modern music. No partner is needed. 

Please note: Bring comfortable shoes, and a willingness to learn something new and have fun. No experience is necessary, but it is recommended students attend all (or most) classes because each week will build on moves from previous sessions. 

Instructor: Jennifer Cornell, Dance Moves with Jen

Price: $45

CRN: 10059

Ballroom Dancing I

Oct. 20 to Dec. 8 

Mondays | 8 to 9:30 p.m. 

Geyser Road Elementary School, Saratoga Springs 

This course for couples is offered by popular demand with the return of Big Band sound! This is great for beginners or those who want to brush up their dancing skills. Participants will need a partner for these dances, which incorporate ballroom and Latin dancing such as foxtrot, waltz, tango, cha-cha and rumba. 

Instructor: Hershell Allen

Price: $59

CRN: 10123

Ballroom Dancing II

Oct. 20 to Dec. 8 

Mondays | 6:30 to 8 p.m. 

Geyser Road Elementary School, Saratoga Springs 

This course for couples will take you beyond Ballroom Dancing I. Learn additional steps in the foxtrot, waltz, samba, quickstep dance and others. A new dance or two will be added. 

Please note: Participants need a partner for this class, and should have a basic knowledge or a solid foundation of beginner-level ballroom dance concepts for this intermediate-level course.

Instructor: Hershell Allen

Price: $59 

CRN: 10124

Qigong — All Levels, Variety of Forms

Oct. 6 to Nov. 10 (CRN: 10063)

Mondays | 6 to 7 p.m. | Queensbury campus

or

Oct. 8 to Nov. 12 (CRN: 10062)

Wednesdays | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Take control of your health and well-being at any age or fitness level. These easy-to-learn “moving meditations” boost immunity and help people live healthier. Qigong’s gentle, flowing poses, deep breathing rhythms and visualization techniques enhance the flow of Qi (energy) that fuels your movements, thoughts and emotions. We will learn a variety of Qigong (pronounced “chee-gung”) techniques and touch on the traditional martial arts origins of Qigong. No experience is necessary, as we will go over the basics of Qigong and energy movements, but the course is still suitable for intermediate-level students.

Please note: Students should wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing.

Instructor: Rob Bowe

Price: $35

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Spanish Seafood Paella

Oct. 19 

Sunday | 1 to 4 p.m. | 182 Ballston Ave., Saratoga Springs

Seafood paella, which originated in Valencia, is considered by many to be Spain’s national dish. Chef Tara Beeche improved her family’s traditional paella with her experiences traveling through Spain and cooking in restaurants in Santiago, Chile. This Mediterranean-style dish combines rice, saffron, garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, poblano peppers, tomatoes and seafood. This class will be mostly demonstration, and will take place at the site of Geyser Lodge, a bed and breakfast in Saratoga Springs that was built in 1895.

Instructor: Chef Tara Beeche

Price: $35 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)

CRN: 10130

Spanish/Basque Savory Empanadas (currently full; waitlisted)

Nov. 2 

Sunday | 1 to 4 p.m. | 182 Ballston Ave., Saratoga Springs

Chef Tara Beeche shares what she learned cooking with her Spanish grandmother and in Santiago, Chile, as well as through her education at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA). Learn to make empanadas with a traditional ground-beef filling in a flaky butter pastry. This class is a combination of teaching and student participation, and will take place at the site of Geyser Lodge, a bed and breakfast in Saratoga Springs that was built in 1895.

Instructor: Chef Tara Beeche

Price: $35 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)

CRN: 10131

Hearty Soups for Fall 

Oct. 14

Tuesday | 5 to 9 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

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 bring home. 

Please note: The recipes in this class may include dairy products. We will use the stove, a sharp knife and measuring tools. Students must wear closed-toe shoes and a hat. Please bring a sharp kitchen knife, an apron, hair tie or other item to pull up long hair, a hand towel, container to bring food home, and a writing utensil. 

Instructor: Chef Emily Petersen, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $59 (Course price includes a $15 materials fee.)

CRN: 10133

Coffee with Common Roots: An Overview 

Nov. 21 

Friday | 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 

Bierhall & Barrel House, South Glens Falls

Join Common Roots Coffee Company’s expert roaster, Luke Rock, for an introductory overview to the world of coffee. With more than 15 years of coffee experience, he brings expert knowledge, allowing this class to cover the basics of cultivation, roasting and brewing. Gain a better understanding of this crucial commodity and everyday essential, starting at the origin with information on green coffee and moving on to explore roasting and preparation of liquid coffee. This course is a fun and informative experience for participants with all levels of interest in coffee — passionate home baristas or those looking to increase their knowledge of the coffee industry. 

Instructor: Luke Rock, Common Roots Brewing Company

Price: $19

CRN: 10106

All Things Chicken NEW! 

Oct. 26

Sunday | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Join SUNY Adirondack's own butchery instructor for a hands-on instructional class on all things chicken. Save money at the grocery store and pick up a few new kitchen skills. In this class, students will learn how to butcher a whole chicken, properly grill breast, braise thighs and drumsticks, then fry wings. 

Please note: The recipes in this class may include dairy products. We will use the stove, a sharp knife and measuring tools. Students must wear closed-toe shoes and a hat. Please bring a sharp kitchen knife, an apron, hair tie or other item to pull up long hair, a hand towel, container to bring food home, and a writing utensil. 

Instructor: Chef Emily Petersen, SUNY Adirondack 

Price: $69 (Course price includes a $25 materials fee.)

CRN: 10134

Grilling 101 

Sept. 28

Sunday | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Grilling meat and vegetables can be tricky, but understanding a few key concepts, tools and techniques can set you up for success on just about any grill. In this class, learn about heat control and timing, and grilling veggies and lesser-known cuts of meat that are great for grilling and save you money. 

Please note: The recipes in this class may include dairy products. We will use the stove, a sharp knife and measuring tools. Students must wear closed-toe shoes and a hat. Please bring a sharp kitchen knife, an apron, hair tie or other item to pull up long hair, a hand towel, container to bring food home, and a writing utensil. 

Instructor: Chef Emily Petersen, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $85 (Course price includes a $35 materials fee.)

CRN: 10132

Deer Butchery: A Nose-To-Tail Breakdown of a Whole Deer NEW!

Nov. 16

Sunday | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

SUNY Adirondack Culinary Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls

Chef Emily Petersen, SUNY Adirondack's own whole animal butchery instructor, will demonstrate the butchering of a whole deer and engage students in hands-on breakdown of subprimal loins to bring home. Additionally, students will learn cooking techniques and be invited to share a meal afterward in this one-of-a-kind class. All information in this class is fully applicable to goat and lamb as well. This course is ideal for hunters, food enthusiasts and culinary professionals. 

Please note: Students will need to know beginner-level knife skills. We will use the stove, a sharp knife and measuring tools. Students must wear closed-toe shoes and a hat. Please bring a sharp kitchen knife, an apron, hair tie or other item to pull up long hair, a hand towel, container to bring food home, and a writing utensil. 

Instructor: Chef Emily Petersen, SUNY Adirondack 

Price: $115 (Course price includes a $50 materials fee.)

CRN: 10136

Charcuterie Boards: Create, Build, Pair & Share 

Dec. 7

Sunday | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

SUNY Adirondack Culinary Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls

Charcuterie boards have gone viral in restaurants and homes alike. In this class we will cover what charcuterie really is, how to pair items, build boards and create additions to a board, and then taste our products together at the end of class.

Please note: The recipes in this class may include dairy products. We will use the stove, a sharp knife and measuring tools. Students must wear closed-toe shoes and a hat. Please bring a sharp kitchen knife, an apron, hair tie or other item to pull up long hair, a hand towel and container to bring food home, and a writing utensil. 

Instructor: Chef Emily Petersen, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $65 (Course price includes a $20 materials fee.)

CRN: 10135

Spooky Cupcake Decorating NEW!

Oct. 4

Saturday | 1 to 4 p.m.

SUNY Adirondack Culinary Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls

Get into the Halloween spirit with this fun and festive cupcake decorating class! You'll learn how to create three simple, spooky frosting designs — perfect for ghosts, goblins and ghouls of all ages. We'll also make the frostings from scratch, so you get hands-on experience from start to finish. Best of all, you'll take home your creepy (and delicious) creations to enjoy or share!

Please note: Students should bring a writing utensil and a container to bring food home. Students under the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Instructor: Chef Emily Audette 

Price: $72 (Course price includes a $45 materials fee.)

CRN: 10139

Beginner Cookie Decorating 

Oct. 2: Halloween Beginner (CRN: 10066)

Thursday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

Nov. 20: Christmas Beginner (CRN: 10067)

Thursday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Learn how to use royal icing to decorate cookies. 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. All supplies are provided. The instructor’s blog with class notes, recipes and references will be emailed to students before class. 

Please note: These courses are open to students ages 10 and older; students younger than 17 are welcome with a parent or guardian. Students should bring a container to bring their cookies home. 

Instructor: Cindy Burek, Buttercup Cookie

Price: $69 per class session (Price is $138 for both sessions; course price includes a $54 materials fee per class.)

Beginner-Plus Cookie Decorating

Oct. 28: Halloween Beginner-Plus (CRN: 10064)

Tuesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga   

Dec. 2: Christmas Beginner-Plus (CRN: 10065)

Tuesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

If you already took our Beginner Cookie Decorating class and want to learn more detailed cookie designs, this course brings those skills up a notch. Work step by step on each cookie to learn various decorating techniques used with royal icing. Cindy Burek of Buttercup Cookie will teach the same piping/outlining, flooding and wet-on-wet techniques covered in the beginner class, as well as other techniques, tools and supplies to enhance your cookies even more. You will complete four to five cookie designs. All supplies are provided. The instructor’s blog with class notes, recipes and references will be emailed to students before class. 

Please note: These courses are open to students ages 10 and older; students younger than 17 are welcome with a parent or guardian. Students should bring a container to bring their cookies home. 

Instructor: Cindy Burek, Buttercup Cookie

Price: $79 per class session (Price is $158 for both sessions; course price includes a $64 materials fee per class.)

Caribbean Spice & Sizzle: A Flavorful Cooking Adventure NEW! 

Oct. 10

Friday | 5 to 9 p.m.

SUNY Adirondack Culinary Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls

Join Chef Kyra Edmonson (of YouTube Channel "New York Eatzzz" at youtube.com/@newyorkeatzzz) to learn how to prepare oxtail. In this hands-on class, Chef Kyra demonstrates each step to achieve the ultimate oxtail dish with Caribbean spice and sizzle. Students prepare and share, bringing home ready-to-cook oxtail, then are invited to dine together after class. Don't miss out on this flavorful culinary adventure!

Instructor: Chef Kyra Edmondson

Price: $85 (Course price includes a $65 materials fee.)

CRN: 10144

Beginning Cake Decorating 101: Frosting & Piping Techniques 

Oct. 21 

Tuesday | 6 to 9 p.m. 

SUNY Adirondack Culinary Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls

This is an introductory-level cake-decorating course. Decorating cakes the way pros do takes years of dedication and practice, but knowing a few cool tricks can make the difference between a boring cake and a cake that looks elegant and special. With just a basic set of piping tips, you can create impressive designs to jazz up a cake. Learn the name and use of tools specific to cake decorating, including fun metal decorating tips.

Instructor: Leah Stein, Leah's Cakery

Price: $89 (Course price includes a $65 materials fee.)

CRN: 10068

Books & Batter 

Sept. 27, Oct. 18, Nov. 15 and Dec. 13 

Saturdays | 1 to 4 p.m. 

SUNY Adirondack Culinary Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls

Join this book club series in which we bake items from books read before class. Upon arrival, participants discuss the selected book, then head to the kitchen. 

Please note: Students must purchase and read the applicable book(s) on their own before class, as books will be discussed while baking.

Sept. 27: “The Seven Year Slip” by Ashley Poston (lemon meringue pie)

Registration for this course closes Sept. 19.

CRN: 10140

Oct. 18: “Red, White & Royal Blue” by Casey McQuiston (frosting and cupcake decorating)

Registration for this course closes Oct. 10.

CRN: 10141

Nov. 15: “Salt & Sugar” by Rebecca Carvalho (pão de queijo)

Registration for this course closes Nov. 7.

CRN: 10142

Dec. 13: “Harry Potter & The Sorcerer's Stone” by J.K. Rowling (pumpkin pasties)

Registration for this course closes Dec. 5.

CRN: 10143

Instructor: Emily Audette

Price: $72 for each one-day class (Course price includes a $45 materials fee per class.)

Intro to French Macarons

Nov. 1

Saturday | 1 to 5 p.m. 

SUNY Adirondack Culinary Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls

Learn the art and science behind macarons, including some tips and tricks to make a successful product. You will learn how to make different flavors of cookie shells and fillings. Take home the macarons you make!

Please note: Students should bring a writing utensil and a container to bring food home. Students younger than the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Instructor: Chef Emily Audette 

Price: $79 (Course price includes a $45 materials fee.)

CRN: 10137

Hands-On Hot Cocoa Bombs 

Dec. 6 

Saturday | 1 to 4 p.m. 

SUNY Adirondack Culinary Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls

Learn to mold, fill and decorate hot cocoa bombs and make homemade marshmallows to include inside them. Class ends with packaging fit for the holiday season. Students take home molds so they can continue creating these delicious treats during holiday festivities. Hot cocoa bombs make great holiday gifts.

Please note: Students should bring a writing utensil and a container to bring food home. Students younger than the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Instructor: Chef Emily Audette 

Price: $72 (Course price includes a $45 materials fee.)

CRN: 10138

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. Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Reiki & Meditation: The Art of Self-Healing 

Oct. 2 to 23 (CRN: 10070)

Thursdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

or

Oct. 8 to 29 (CRN: 10098)

Wednesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School

Join Reiki Master Teacher Karie Provanchie of MonkeyBee Reiki in exploring the art of self-healing through various energetic practices such as sound, nature and meditation. Learn how to engage reiki — or universal energy — and guide your mind and body into a state of relaxation. This practice allows you to reduce stress and anxiety, process emotions and improve your natural ability to heal yourself. Topics include energy clearing, grounding, chakra system, breath work, use of sound, meditation and Usui reiki. Students receive a Reiki Level I certification and take home tools to support their practice. This course is beginner friendly and open to adults seeking to expand their healing practices. No experience is necessary.

Please note: Students should bring a yoga mat.

Instructor: Karie Provanchie, MonkeyBee Reiki

Price: $69 (Course price includes a $25 materials fee.)

Reiki & Meditation Level II (Okuden): The Advanced Art of Self-Healing NEW!

Oct. 30 to Nov. 20

Thursdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Enhance skills you learned in Level I. In this certification course, energy channels are deepened and opened to the use of the first three reiki symbols. Gain experience with advanced techniques. Mediation plays a key role in our self-care routine, and we will explore various meditation practices to replicate at home. This course is designed for those with experience in Reiki Level I who wish to expand their practices.

Please note: Students should bring a yoga mat.

Instructor: Karie Provanchie, MonkeyBee Reiki

Price: $69 (Course price includes a $25 materials fee.)

CRN: 10099

Fall Rejuvenation

Oct. 15

Wednesday | 1 to 3 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

Vata, the dosha of energy and movement made of space and air, has a direct effect on the body and mind during the windy autumn season. As we transition from summer to fall we tend to feel symptoms of dryness, sleeplessness, nervousness, anxiety and more. Ayurveda, the 5,000-year-old science based on nature, offers lifestyle and nutrition practices to help avoid these symptoms and feelings of imbalance. Hear how simple changes will support you through the blustery and wintery months ahead.

Instructor: Linda Tipke, Adirondack Ayurveda

Price: $19

CRN: 10069

An Ayurvedic Perspective on the Gut & Its Importance in Overall Health NEW!

Oct. 30

Thursday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Science reports a close relationship between the central nervous system (brain) and gastrointestinal tract (GI or gut). Thus, the "second brain" concept highlights the importance of the gut in digestion and overall health. Mood regulation and immune and cognitive functions are some of the influences it has on our bodies. This topic has been an emphasis of Ayurveda, the "Science of Life," for more than 5,000 years. Ayurveda offers simple, natural strategies for microbiome health to help you create a healthy digestive system (agni). Balance your constitution and eliminate toxins (ama) through diet, lifestyle and herbal remedies. This workshop offers tools and insights that can easily be incorporated into your daily routine. 

Instructor: Linda Tipke, Adirondack Ayurveda

Price: $19

CRN: 10096

An Ayurvedic Approach to Improving Your Immune Health NEW! 

Nov. 13

Thursday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Queensbury campus

The rising prevalence of autoimmune disease is such a serious health concern that March is dedicated to Autoimmune Awareness Month. The aim is to enhance awareness and understanding of autoimmune diseases that cause the immune system to mistakenly attack the body's own tissues. During this workshop we will discuss a five-step T.I.G.E.R. (toxins, infections, gut health, eating right, rest and rebalancing) protocol designed by Harvard-trained physician Dr. Akil Palanisamy. This holistic approach combined with Ayurvedic teachings will guide you to build up your health, so you can get better and feel better.

Instructor: Linda Tipke, Adirondack Ayurveda

Price: $19

CRN: 10097

The Power of Meditation (With Sound/Energy Healing) NEW!

Oct. 8 to 29

Wednesdays | 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

Meditation should be fun and powerful, not boring and frustrating! We will provide a variety of tips and tricks you can add to your home practice. Each class in this four-week session focuses on a different theme — mind; breath and body awareness; energy work; and heart consciousness — then ends with sound/energy healing, combining singing bowl and frequency healing music.

The instructor is a Reiki master and will provide Reiki healing energy for each student while they rest in this extended Savasana. Bring comfortable clothing, yoga mats, blankets and/or pillows.

Instructor: Rob Bowe

Price: $25

CRN: 10101

The Sacred Union of Plant & Water NEW! 

Nov. 19

Wednesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

Focusing on beneficial herbs used in a traditional chai tea blend, experience the difference between a "polite cup of tea" and an herbal infusion created to nourish and support the body. When we intentionally combine plants and water for the focus of restoration, a sacred union is created. Engage all your senses in this hands-on "make, taste and take" offering in which each student has an opportunity to make their own unique chai blend!

Instructor: Margo Mullein

Price: $19

CRN: 10100

Parenting: Surviving the World’s Most Challenging Job NEW! 

Oct. 20 and 27

Mondays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Parenting has always been a challenging endeavor, but parents are facing greater challenges than ever before. While parents are raising their child(ren), they are also more likely to be working longer hours, caring for elderly parents, engaging in a never-ending list of activities and creating a healthy technological environment in an ever-changing digital world. In this special two-session parents-only experience:

Session 1 focuses on sharing one another’s joys and struggles as parents, exploring strategies to enhance parent-child communication and relationships. 

Session 2 includes parents reporting back on their experiences of trying out strategies introduced in Session 1, and learning some self-care strategies parents can use going forward to maintain their sanity.

Instructor: Jim FitzGerald, Mediation Matters

Price: $87.50 

CRN: 10156

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Mah Jongg 101 

Oct. 9 to Nov. 20 (No class Oct. 30)

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 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 the first evening of class.

Instructor: Barbara Bade

Price: $59

CRN: 10110

Is That a Star or a Planet? 

Oct. 14 

Tuesday | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Have you ever wondered what you’re looking at when you gaze up at the night sky? Do you know the difference between a star and a planet? Join amateur astrophotographer Jeff Curren for an engaging introduction to the wonders of the universe. In this course, Jeff will guide you through the basics of stargazing, explaining how to identify celestial objects, including stars, planets and deeper wonders of the cosmos. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned stargazer, this course will deepen your understanding and appreciation of the night sky.

The class will begin with a brief overview of different types of telescopes and essential accessories, providing knowledge you need to get started. Following the lecture, we will discuss the date and time of a future hands-on observation session at which students will have an opportunity to view night-sky objects.

Please note: For the observation session (date to be discussed in class), a clear night sky is required, and students are encouraged to bring their own telescopes, binoculars and chairs, and to dress appropriately for the weather. 

Instructor: Jeff Curren

Price: $12

CRN: 10072

Create Your Website for Fun, Profit & Business

Oct. 20 

Monday | 6 to 9 p.m. | Live synchronous

Discover the best copy-and-paste, drag-and-drop website builders to create an appealing, modern and dynamic small-business website. A complete comparison review of top website and e-commerce store builders is included. Determine proper planning and layout with an attention-grabbing initial focal point. Learn about Search Engine Optimization (SEO), social media marketing, tips and traps, and do's and don’ts of website design. Discover the No. 1 secret to a successful website. 

Instructor: Kevin Boyd, award-winning instructor and published author from Seattle

Price: $49

CRN: 10107

Don’t Throw It Away; Sell It Online!   

Oct. 30

Thursday | 6 to 9 p.m. | Live synchronous

Get rid of your stuff and get paid! There are several phone apps and platforms that provide excellent ways to generate revenue by selling unwanted used items or 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 much more. Learn which used items sell best and what can’t be sold. Explore photography tips, pros and cons, do's and don’ts, tips and strategies, costs and how you get paid, so you can determine which apps are best for items you want to sell. 

Instructor: Kevin Boyd, award-winning instructor and published author from Seattle

Price: $49

CRN: 10108 

So, You’re Ready to Downsize   

Oct. 28 

Tuesday | 3 to 4:30 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

According to AARP, an American turns 65 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 gives an overview of how to break this task into manageable pieces. Topics 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: 10071

How to Sell Your Stuff

Oct. 29 

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, Craigslist, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, estate sales, giving things away, donating goods and tax benefits.

Instructor: Neil Bindelglass, Saratoga Senior Move Managers

Price: $19 

CRN: 10109

Creative Writing Workshop

Sept. 18 to Nov. 6 

Thursdays | 10 a.m. to noon | Queensbury campus 

This workshop is for writers at all stages of development who want to take advantage of a structured forum that offers instruction, encouragement and accountability conducive to achieving progress in the writing project and genre of their choice. Each session features in-class writing exercises, peer and instructor feedback, and references to masters of their chosen genre.

Instructor: Nanci Vineyard

Price: $85

CRN: 10078

Writing from Your Heart: The Art of Personal Essays NEW!

Sept. 27

Saturday | 1 to 4 p.m. | Live synchronous

The happy, memorable and heartbreaking happenings of your life can be transformed into extraordinary personal essays. Learn the step-by-step process for jump-starting your creativity to unlock and capture details of your experiences, structure your essay and pound out a first draft. After the course, the instructor will provide feedback on your draft, so you can revise your manuscript to a polished essay.

Pauline Bartel is an award-winning writer and author of several popular-culture books. She is a member of the prestigious American Society of Journalist and Authors, and president and chief creative officer of Bartel Communications, Inc.

Instructor: Pauline Bartel, Bartel Communications Inc.

Price: $49 (Course price includes a $15 materials fee.)

CRN: 10113

Write That Screenplay with Final Draft®! NEW!

Oct. 7

Tuesday | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | Live synchronous 

Some people want to write a screenplay, but they are intimidated by the amount of jargon they think they'll need to know, not to mention formatting. Steve Grogan has been using Final Draft® software for years and wants to walk you through how it can work for you. Students don’t need to purchase Final Draft® in advance. 

Steve Grogan has been writing since he was 8 years old. A lifelong movie fanatic, he started writing screenplays and plays in high school. In March 2025, he assembled a cast and staged a production of his play "There is Hope." He is an avid fan and supporter of the Final Draft® screenwriting software.

Please note: This live, online course will take place over Google Meet. 

Instructor: Steve Grogan 

Price: $25

CRN: 10114

Bike Service & Repair

Queensbury campus

Oct. 24

Friday | 5 to 8 p.m.

and

Saturday, Oct. 25 | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Learn the basics of bike repair and service. This class focuses on bike setup and suspension setup, touch point adjustment, tubed tire systems and basic trailside/roadside repairs. 

Instructor: Kyle Esposito 

Price: $85 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee).

CRN: 10197

UFOs Here & Now   

Oct. 21 and 28 

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

This class examines UFOs and the U.S. government's response to them. We will discuss aircraft disappearances, power blackouts, animal mutilations, teleportation cases and abduction reports. We will also examine the idea of undersea UFO bases, the role of NICAP (National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomenon), UFO disclosure and research by Budd Hopkins and Dave Jacobs about abductions.

Instructor: Jay Shartsis

Price: $25 

CRN: 10083 

Understanding the Primary Functions of the Digital SLR or Mirrorless Camera 

Sept. 29 

Monday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Gain better understanding and control of the buttons and dials on your digital SLR or mirrorless camera. Learn to set white balance, ISO, aperture and shutter speed, as well as how to read your camera’s built-in light meter. This course will help students who plan on enrolling for the Intro to Photography course.

Please note: Participants must bring their own digital SLR or mirrorless camera with a memory card, notepad and pen. 

Instructor: Phillip Bacon

Price: $39 

CRN: 10075

Intro to Photography 

Oct. 6 to Nov. 3 

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. 

Please note: Participants must bring their own digital SLR or mirrorless camera with a memory card to use in class. 

Instructor: Phillip Bacon

Price: $125

CRN: 10076

Advanced Photographic Skills & Techniques 

Nov. 10 to Dec. 8

Mondays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

This class provides a deeper look in to the tools, skills and techniques required to shoot portraits, landscapes, commercial products and sports. We will shoot in the classroom and outdoors, with a critique of student submissions in the last class. 

Please note: This advanced class is for students who attended the instructor’s previous classes or have some advanced photography education. Participants must bring their own digital SLR or mirrorless camera with a memory card to use in class, a notepad and a pen. A telephoto or long zoom lens would also be appropriate.

Instructor: Phillip Bacon

Price: $125

CRN: 10077

Pop-Up Rally: Radio-Controlled Racing Program NEW! 

Sept. 27 and 28

Saturday & Sunday | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

This hands-on program is designed to teach participants technical skills through engaging activities centered around radio-controlled (R/C) vehicles and model building. The program combines workshop-based learning with outdoor racing challenges, fostering creativity, collaboration and confidence.

In the workshop portion, participants will assemble, modify and construct model vehicles and racecourse obstacles. Basic construction and assembly skills are taught through an apprenticeship approach, accommodating all skill levels and learning styles. Participants use a variety of materials and tools to complete their projects. All materials are included. 

This class also uses a rally-inspired interactive racecourse featuring digital timing equipment, obstacles and markers. Participants will drive R/C vehicles through the course, enhancing their skills while striving to improve performance.

Please note: Participants should dress appropriately for the weather, and bring lunch and snacks. Part of the class will be held outside, so if the weather is too rainy, the course will be rescheduled to Oct. 4 and 5. This course is open to students 12 and older; those younger than 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Instructor: Craig Vollkommer, Pop-Up Rally

Price: $85

CRN: 10118

Intermediate Bridge 

Oct. 2 to Dec. 11 (No class Nov. 27) 

Thursdays | 1 to 3 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

This course is designed for intermediate-level bridge players. Students are expected to have a working knowledge of the basics of bidding and play of the hands. Instruction will be focused on bidding and play of the hands with guidance and suggestions by the instructor.

Instructor: Hal Bigelow

Price: $29

CRN: 10084

Looking Fabulous at Any Age NEW!

Oct. 7

Tuesday | 1 to 3 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

In this class, learn your most flattering colors, explore how to choose styles for your body type to enhance your best assets and minimize figure challenges, and learn how to build a wardrobe with a plan so almost everything coordinates with your lifestyle and needs. 

Jill Valerie Boyd, owner and chief stylist at Ageless Iconic Style, is renowned for the creativity, originality, sophistication and elegance with which she dresses her clients. As an aesthetician, she has taught classes on skin care and makeup. Jill’s core skill is helping men and women look and feel absolutely radiant in all stages of life.

Instructor: Jill Valerie Boyd, owner and chief stylist, Ageless Iconic Style

Price: $39 

CRN: 10103

Intro to Billiards NEW!   

Sept. 25 to Oct. 30   

Thursdays | Queensbury Billiards & Café, Queensbury 

Class will take place at Queensbury Billiards & Café, 324 Quaker Rd. Suite 8, Queensbury NY 12804. 

noon to 1:30 p.m. (CRN: 10085)

or

2 to 3:30 p.m. (CRN: 10086)

This is a beginner-level course for those interested in learning more about pocket billiards and fundamentals of the game. Students will improve skills such as cue selection, stance, bridge, stroke, and basic sighting and spins. Rules and etiquette will also be discussed.

Please note: Students must be 18 or older.

Instructor: Ryan Gilligan

Price: $175 (Course price includes a $50 materials fee.)

Spirituality for the 21st Century — Reincarnation & Past Lives 

Sept. 24 to Oct. 8 

Wednesdays | 1 to 3 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

This class explores the research of psychiatrists, psychologists, doctors and scientists in the realm of spirituality. We look at near-death experiences, past lives, regression hypnosis, reincarnation, quantum physics and consciousness, children’s past lives, soul mates, etc. 

Explore questions including: Have you ever experienced “déjà vu” — that feeling you know someone you just met for the first time? Do you have unexplained pains, anxieties or phobias that do not respond to conventional treatments? Could you have lived before … and could your past life (or lives) be influencing your present life? Does “consciousness” pervade the universe? Are we all truly interconnected? Is there any reason to believe in “divinity”? Discover how children ages 2 through 6 provide some of the most compelling evidence for reincarnation, as well as how psychiatrists and psychologists can often cure unexplained fears and phobias via past-life regression therapy. Learn how past-life regression hypnosis reveals that soul mates enjoyed a relationship in one or more of their past lives. Experience stories that might change your life! This multimedia presentation includes videos, course materials and a lively discussion.

Instructor: Louis Mondor

Price: $45

CRN: 10080

Spirituality for the 21st Century — Life Between Life 

Oct. 15 to 29 

Wednesdays | 1 to 3 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

This course builds upon the Spirituality for the 21st Century — Reincarnation & Past Lives class. Continue to explore the research of psychiatrists, psychologists and doctors in the realm of spirituality with a special focus on the afterlife. We look at questions such as: What does it feel like to die? What do we see and feel right after death? What is the spirit world really like? Will we see our loved ones there? Will we see our animal friends, our pets? Are we judged and, if so, by whom? Is there a hell? What do we do as souls in the “interlife”? Will we learn the purpose of life? Will we “see” our creator? Do we plan our next lives? All these questions and others are explored in this intensive presentation based on case histories of past-life regression subjects who recalled their “life between life.” This multimedia presentation includes videos, course materials and a lively discussion.

Instructor: Louis Mondor

Price: $45 

CRN: 10081

Witches, Witchcraft & Wicca

Oct. 20 and 27 

Mondays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

This course offers an examination of witches and witchcraft through the centuries. The class will discuss: What is your image of a witch — benevolent or malevolent? What factors led to thousands of witches being put to death during the “Burning Times” (1300-1700 CE)? Did they deserve the death penalty, and was the church or state responsible? What really triggered the Salem witch trials in 1692? Is Wicca a resurgent form of traditional mysticism? Are all Wiccans witches, and vice-versa? Learn about the difference between religion and spirituality, as well as how and where Wicca originated. Find out whether Wiccans celebrate holidays and what they really believe. Handouts will be included, as well as a lively discussion. The course will conclude with a question-and-answer session with a modern, practicing Wiccan/witch.

Instructor: Louis Mondor

Price: $29 

CRN: 10082

The Science of Everything 

Sept. 18 to Oct. 23 

Thursdays | 12:30 to 2 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

This creative, unique discussion group gathers weekly to focus on the sweet spot where physics and metaphysics meet. Share insights and developments on such disparate topics as epigenetics, singularity, law of attraction, Drake’s equation, Occam’s razor and much more. Each week's meeting will focus on a new topic, selected from recommendations from the facilitator and participants, and will include handouts with excerpts from the works of Albert Einstein and Richard Feynman, Masuru Emoto’s water experiments and astronaut Edgar Mitchell’s Institute of Noetic Sciences. No previous readings are required, but curiosity is a must!

Instructor: Nanci Vineyard

Price: $49

CRN: 10079

Get Paid to Talk: An Introduction to Voice-Over — Live Webinar 

Oct. 23

Thursday | 6:30 to 8 p.m. | Live synchronous

We encounter recorded voices in much of our media — audio books, advertisements and beyond. In this live online class, go behind the scenes for a fun and realistic look at how the voice-over field really works. Gain an inside perspective on developing skills, how to leverage your voice's strengths and interests, and more. You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions and perform a one-on-one script read with the instructor at the end of class.

With more than 30 years as a voice-over artist and voice-over producer, your instructor is part of a team at Voice Coaches with clients that include major television networks, gaming designers, audio book publishers and more. Learn more at Voicecoaches.com.

Please note: This course takes place online through Zoom. Students will receive the Zoom link by email within 24 hours of the class.

Instructor: Voice Coaches

Price: $19 

CRN: 10112 

The Road to Becoming A NYS Licensed Guide

Oct. 8 

Wednesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Today's understanding of "vacation" originated in the 1800s in the Adirondacks. That’s when Adirondack guides became important. This course walks through the historic origins of the outdoor guiding business and lays the building blocks for you to become a New York state licensed guide, touching on what you can do with the certification and where it can take you. This is a great course for any outdoor enthusiast.

The instructor, Laura Baker, is a licensed NYS Outdoor Guide and serves as a board member of the NYS Outdoor Guides Association. 

Instructor: Laura Baker

Price: $15

CRN: 10073

Let’s Talk All Things Adirondack Fire Towers NEW! 

Oct. 22

Wednesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Fire towers became guardians of the wilderness after the Adirondack wildfires of 1903 and 1908. Learn about the demise of the towers due to the advent of the airplane, as well as the recent resurrection of many of those original towers and how they became a great area attraction for outdoor enthusiasts.

The instructor will share her connection to the towers, which inspired her hiking journey. You’ll also learn information and pointers on how to participate in the ADK Fire Tower Challenge sponsored by Adirondack Mountain Club. Those who complete the climbs earn an official patch!

Instructor: Laura Baker

Price: $15

CRN: 10102

Tweens, Teens & Women’s Self-Defense NEW! 

Oct. 2 (CRN: 10115)

Thursday | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

or

Oct. 30 (CRN: 10116)

Thursday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School  

This class equips participants with skills to fend off an attacker, break free from a hold and use simple objects as tools of defense. This course is appropriate for students 10 years and older. 

Instructor: Lauren Mascolo

Price: $45

Intro to Role-Playing Games (RPGs): Zero to Game Master NEW!   

Oct. 9 to 23

Thursdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

Embark on an adventure from novice to master storyteller in this introductory course on role-playing games (RPGs). Whether you’re new to the world of RPGs or looking to level up your skills, this course guides you through the fundamentals of playing and running tabletop RPGs. Learn how to create characters, understand game mechanics, design narratives and lead your own campaigns. By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to guide a group through epic adventures as a Game Master and how you can earn money as a Game Master. 

Jason Blackstone is a paid Game Master on the website startplaying.games, and runs an RPG at local game store Northern Wardens. 

Please note: Students should bring a notebook and pencils, and are welcome to bring any materials related to RPGs. This class is for participants 17 and older. 

Instructor: Jason T. Blackstone

Price: $35

CRN: 10104

How Much Are Your Coins Worth? 

Oct. 16 and 23 (CRN: 10074)

Thursdays | 1 to 3 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

or

Nov. 5 and 12 (CRN: 10111)

Wednesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School 

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 

Own Your Voice: Five Steps to a More Confident-Sounding Voice NEW! 

Oct. 14 

Tuesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your voice just didn’t come out the way you wanted it to, especially when you needed it most? You knew what you wanted to say, but when the time came to speak, your voice wasn’t as strong, clear or confident as you would have liked — or worse, it didn’t sound like you.

If this sounds familiar, don't worry: you're not alone! It happens to everyone, and is completely normal. The good news is that you can take command of your voice and regain confidence in how you sound.

Join us in this interactive class, in which you'll discover how your voice works and learn five actionable steps to develop a more reliable, powerful sound.

Whether speaking in meetings, delivering presentations or engaging in everyday conversations, this course gives you tools to communicate with greater confidence, clarity and impact. You'll leave with enhanced vocal skills useful in professional settings and that benefit you in personal interactions, giving you the confidence to be heard in any situation.

Instructor: Samantha Whitehouse

Price: $19

CRN: 10117

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Introduction to Growing Apples 

Nov. 1

Saturday | 10 a.m. to noon | Queensbury campus

Learn about the amazing apple tree and how you can start your home orchard or improve existing trees. We will discuss apple varieties, basic tree biology, orchard maintenance, pest management, tree selection and grafting. We will also demonstrate basic pruning and management for maintaining healthy trees in our college orchard.

Please note: Participants should dress appropriately for the weather.

Instructor: Timothy Scherbatskoy, Ph.D.

Price: $19

CRN: 10119

Tree Identification & Basic Tree Care NEW! 

Oct. 4

Saturday | 10 a.m. to noon | Queensbury campus 

Join us for a hands-on, interactive experience at the SUNY Adirondack arboretum to develop essential tree identification skills. In this course, explore the diverse species of trees and shrubs, and learn to identify key characteristics such as leaf structure, bark texture and overall tree shape. We will also discuss differences between native and exotic species, as well as the basics of tree and shrub care, focusing on the importance of maintaining healthy trees. Participants will have the opportunity to practice tree-pruning techniques to ensure proper care.

Led by Jeff Speich, a former Supervising Forester at NYSDEC and owner of Baumwerks Consulting, this course offers expert guidance and practical experience for anyone interested in trees and their care.

Please note: Participants should dress appropriately for the weather. The majority of this course takes place outside in the college arboretum.

Instructor: Jeff Speich, owner of Baumwerks Consulting

Price: $19

CRN: 10120

Beekeeping Basics: Is Beekeeping Right for You? NEW!

Oct. 14

Tuesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Curious about beekeeping? This two-hour introductory class covers fundamentals of getting started with bees. Learn about essential equipment, startup costs and fascinating world of the honeybee. We explore benefits of becoming a beekeeper and help you decide if this rewarding hobby is right for you.

The instructor is a member of and teacher with Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association, working on Master Beekeeping Certification.

Instructor: Cindy Elsenbeck

Price: $19

CRN: 10121

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Volunteer Literacy Tutor Training 

Oct. 8 to 29 (CRN: 10158)

Wednesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

or

Nov. 4 to 25 (CRN: 10159)

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Live synchronous 

In this course, individuals 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? Need for literacy tutors in this region is significant.

Instructor: Tri-County Literacy Center Inc.

Price: $15 

Beginning Russian 

Oct. 6 to Nov. 24   

Mondays | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

This course is for those with little or no knowledge of the Russian language, as well as for those who have taken this class before and wish to expand upon what they learned.

Beginning Russian focuses on everyday expressions and conversation, as well as interesting aspects of Russian culture and history. Keep your mind sharp and expand your knowledge of a country with an interesting yet complex past and present.

Instructor: Lisa Akker

Price: $85

CRN: 10147

German: Beginning to Intermediate 

Oct. 14 to Dec. 9 (No class Nov. 4 or 11)

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School

This course emphasizes everyday German and German culture. Learn to pronounce and read German words and texts. Participants 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: 10146

Conversational French 

Oct. 8 to Nov. 12 

Wednesdays | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School

Parlez-vous français? Would you like to learn to speak French? Are you planning a trip to a French-speaking country? Maybe you’d like to refresh your French knowledge from years ago. This class is an introduction to basic French conversation for beginners with little or no knowledge of French. Participants learn and practice everyday expressions and conversation skills in practical situations. Some aspects of French culture and history are included. Topics may include greetings, directions, food, travel and shopping, as well as interests of the participants. Allons-y!

The instructor, Susan Frost, is a retired French teacher who spent 40 years teaching in New York state public schools. She has traveled extensively to francophone countries including France, Canada, Belgium, Switzerland and Senegal.

Instructor: Susan Frost

Price: $69

CRN: 10145

Spanish For Beginners I

Sept. 30 to Nov. 11 (No class Oct. 28)

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

This class is an introduction to Spanish language intended for people with little or no knowledge of the language, or who took Spanish many years ago. In this course, students learn basic grammar, pronunciation, greetings and useful expressions for practical situations.

Please note: Before class, students must purchase “Easy Spanish Step-by-Step: Master High-Frequency Grammar for Spanish Proficiency — Fast!” by Barbara Bregstein (1st Edition; ISBN 978-0-07-146338-6). This book is available online at Northshire Bookstore, bookshop.org, amazon.com or at Barnes & Noble in Saratoga Springs. 

Instructor: Lorena Díaz Puratić

Price: $75

CRN: 10154 

Spanish For Beginners III

Oct. 9 to Nov. 13 

Thursdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

This communication-centered course takes the beginner further. Students learn vocabulary, communication skills and Hispanic culture through a wide variety of activities and resources.

Prerequisite: Students must have already completed Spanish for Beginners I and Spanish for Beginners II or similar-level coursework.

Please note: Before class, students must purchase “Easy Spanish Step-by-Step: Master High-Frequency Grammar for Spanish Proficiency — Fast!” by Barbara Bregstein (1st Edition; ISBN 978-0-07-146338-6). This book is available at online at Northshire Bookstore, bookshop.org, amazon.com or at Barnes & Noble in Saratoga Springs.

Instructor: Lorena Díaz Puratić

Price: $75

CRN: 10155

Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 1 

Sept. 29 to Oct. 27   

Mondays | 6 to 7 p.m. | Live synchronous   

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 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: 10161

Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 2

Nov. 3 to Dec. 1   

Mondays | 6 to 7 p.m. | Live synchronous 

Learn essential ASL vocabulary and dig deeper into proper ASL grammar and the vibrancy of the Deaf community. Dive 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 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. This 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: 10163 

Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 4 

Sept. 29 to Oct. 27 

Mondays | 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. | Live synchronous

With a special focus on interpreting in educational settings, this class expands the knowledge of mapping as well as shape, placement and movement of the hands, facial expressions and body movements, all of which play important parts in conveying information. Students continue to broaden their vocabulary and improve their grammar all while engaging in a deeper study into the vibrancy of the Deaf community. Lessons in this course build on each other in a way that allows students to see immediate progress. 

American Sign Language 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 communication impairments. You’ll learn from handouts, PowerPoints, group work, deaf individuals in the community and interactive activities.

Instructor: Aaron Coulson, ACEntertainment

Price: $59

CRN: 10162

Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 5 

Nov. 3 to Dec. 1   

Mondays | 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. | Live synchronous

This course continues to build on lessons learned in Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 4. With a special focus on interpreting in the medical field, this class expands the knowledge of mapping as well as shape, placement and movement of the hands, facial expressions and body movements, all of which play important parts in conveying information. Students continue to broaden their vocabulary and improve their grammar all while engaging in a deeper study into the vibrancy of the Deaf community. Lessons in this course build on each other in a way that allows students to see immediate progress.

Instructor: Aaron Coulson, ACEntertainment

Price: $59

Price: 10164

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

SUNY Adirondack Chorale 

Sept. 8 to Dec. 8

Mondays | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Chorale is for individuals who enjoy group singing. No previous experience is necessary for this group, which meets weekly, and no audition is required. Public concert(s) are included.

Instructor: Miriam Enman, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $19

CRN: 10087

Choral Music Workshop 

Sept. 8 and 15 

Mondays | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Choral singing is one of the most beautiful expressions of music. Choral music has rapidly become an art form of its own, showcasing the composition and arranging skills of some of the most brilliant and creative minds throughout history. This course covers the basics of choral singing including voicing, vocal ranges, basic vocal technique, score reading and the history and variety of choral genres. Whether new to or experienced in choral music, all singers will enjoy the resources offered in this workshop. This is a perfect companion course to SUNY Adirondack Chorale.

Instructor: Miriam Enman, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $39

CRN: 10091

Exploring the Piano 

Oct. 17 to Nov. 14   

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 class.

Instructor: Miriam Enman, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $95

CRN: 10090

Topics in Music Theory: Harmonization & Melodies NEW!

Oct. 17 to Nov. 14 

Fridays | 10 a.m. to noon | Queensbury campus 

This course will cover harmonizing melodies and review key signatures, triads and seventh chords. There will be an ear-training component that will help musicians connect their 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.

Instructor: Miriam Enman, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $79

CRN: 10088

Intro to Drums & Drumming 

Oct. 14 to Nov. 25 (No class Nov. 4 or 11)

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School

Join international drummer, four-time Grammy/recording academy commendation recipient and LIDC drummer of the year Larry Levine on a rhythmic journey of learning to play drums. Participants have the opportunity to learn about equipment, musical styles and technique behind this art form. Drums and literature are provided. All levels, including repeat students, are welcome.

Instructor: Larry Levine, Larry Levine Drum Studio

Price: $89

CRN: 10165

Songs & Stories of Broadway's Best Composers Series: Lerner & Loewe NEW!

Oct. 28

Tuesday | 1 to 2:30 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

Join us for the first session of an exciting new series that explores the fascinating lives and success stories of some of Broadway's most renowned composers. Be part of the journey as we explore their lives and works, and set the stage for upcoming sessions. This course highlights composers/lyricists Lerner and Loewe. Explore shows including "My Fair Lady" and "Camelot" in this engaging lecture and performance program. Enjoy live vocal performances of some of their most iconic songs, and participate in the fun with a sing-along segment during which you can belt out these Broadway hits. Whether you're a seasoned theater lover or a newcomer, this session offers a perfect blend of education, entertainment and interactive enjoyment!

Instructor: Jill Smith

Price: $25

CRN: 10166 

Beginner Bagpipe Lessons NEW! 

Oct. 20 to Nov. 24 

Mondays | 6 to 6:45 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

This six-session program offers a hands-on introduction to the art of Scottish Highland bagpiping. Whether you're new to music or a seasoned musician, you'll learn the fundamentals of reading music, maintaining your instrument and more. No musical experience is required; just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm for Celtic culture! 

Please note: A materials fee of $110 will be collected by the instructor on the first day of class, covering a practice chanter and exercise book to support your learning.

Instructors Michael Murdock and David Jones have many years of experience teaching and playing the bagpipes. They also play with Galloway Gaelic Pipes and Drums Band in South Glens Falls, New York.

Instructors: Michael Murdock and David Jones

Price: $89 plus an additional $110 materials fee (The materials fee is payable to the instructor in class.)

CRN: 10167

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Dr. Norman A. Enhorning Lecture & Lunch Series

Oct. 7 and 14

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. The lectures are 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, giving attendees an opportunity to get to know each other and discuss the lectures and subject matter presented.

Tuesday, Oct. 7 

• 11 a.m. — "Trade Wars: The Global Economic Impact of Retaliatory Tariffs" by Kimberly Feeney London, business division chair, and Linda Riggi, adjunct professor, business division, SUNY Adirondack
• 1 p.m. — "The Constitution Says What? The Disconnect Between Presidential Powers in Action & the U.S. Constitution" by Wendy Johnston, associate professor of political science and social sciences division chair, SUNY Adirondack

Tuesday, Oct. 14

• 11 a.m. — "1971: A Turning Point in the Adirondack Workforce" by Tim Rowland, columnist and author
• 1 p.m. — "Cli-Fi (Climate Fiction)" by Nanci Vineyard, journalist, author and teacher

Price: $92 (Course price includes a $52 materials fee.)

CRN: 10168

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather when attending any tour, as some may be outside. Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

The Sembrich Tour NEW!

Oct. 3

Friday | 1 to 3 p.m. | The Sembrich, Bolton Landing

Experience the golden age of opera at The Sembrich museum, the former lakeside teaching studio of internationally renowned soprano Marcella Sembrich (1858-1935). The museum's unique collection highlights Sembrich’s distinguished operatic career and musical legacy. Stroll along the shoreline paths of the Sembrich’s historic lakeside grounds and enjoy the pristine, natural beauty of Lake George amid the towering pines. The Sembrich property is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Instructor: The Sembrich staff

Price: $19   

CRN: 10188

Tour of a 19th-Century Industrial Bookbindery NEW!

Oct. 4

Saturday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Renascent Bookbindery, Troy

Learn about the history of the book and development of printing. You'll have an opportunity to put gold on a book cover; trim a book on a cutter, the design of which dates to the 14th century; operate a 19th-century printing press; and learn how this equipment transformed a craft into an industry and created what we know as the modern book. This tour is for anyone who likes books or history and is interested in how things work.

Instructor: Timothy James, founder of Renascent Bookbindery 

Price: $25 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)

CRN: 10185

Creatacor Tour NEW! 

Oct. 13

Monday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Creatacor, Clifton Park

Creatacor designs and builds award-winning trade show booths, events and retail displays to create experiences that live beyond the first face-to-face encounter and inspire long-lasting relationships between companies' brands and their customers. Creatacor uses storytelling to help businesses engage and entertain the latest technology and innovations, immersing their audiences in an experience. Creatacor also provides a full suite of design, build and logistics services to bring brands to life, and uses an experiential approach to trade shows and events, including mobile, retail and permanent installations. Tour the Creatacor facility and learn more about this fascinating industry!

Instructor: Kari Berman, Creatacor 

Price: $19 

CRN: 10186

Fort Miller Group Company Tour NEW! 

Nov. 6

Thursday | 10 a.m. to noon | Fort Miller Group, Greenwich

Visit The Fort Miller Group, Inc., an employee-owned company serving local, national and international markets. Its four subsidiaries — TYMETAL, Fort Miller Precast, Access Anvil Corp. and Fort Miller Service Corp. — offer advanced manufacturing solutions for innovative infrastructure projects, commercial/industrial security gate systems, custom and security fencing, and custom concrete formliners.

Please note: Please arrive at the facility at 9:45 a.m. Carpooling is recommended. Participants should be able to walk a distance, and must wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. The facility is not handicap accessible. Hard hats and eyewear will be provided. 

Instructor: Mary Ann Spiezio, Fort Miller Group

Price: $19 

CRN: 10187

Grant Cottage Tour 

Oct. 9 

Thursday | 12:45 to 3 p.m. | Ulysses S. Grant Cottage, Wilton 

Grant Cottage National Historic Landmark, state historic site and literary landmark, is the final home of Ulysses S. Grant, Civil War commanding general of the U.S. Army, 18th U.S. president and beloved American public figure. Grant moved to the cottage in 1885 at the request of his doctors to benefit from the natural beauty and so-believed healing properties of Mt. McGregor. With the love and support of his family, his publisher, Mark Twain, and the nation at large, he completed “The Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant” days before his death July 23, 1885. This two-volume work remains the longest continuously in-print publication. The work ensured his family’s financial security and gave the world one of the most critically acclaimed memoirs by a U.S. president or historic military figure. Today, the cottage remains almost the same as during the Grant family’s stay. Visitors tour the downstairs of the cottage, viewing original furnishings, decorations and personal items belonging to Grant, including floral arrangements that remain from his funeral.

Please arrive by 12:45 p.m. for check-in. The tour begins promptly at 1 p.m.

Instructor: Grant Cottage staff 

Price: $25 (Course price includes an $8 materials fee.)

CRN: 10174

Haunted Tour & Chocolate Making 

Oct. 18   

Saturday | Barkeater Chocolates Factory, North Creek

10 a.m. to noon (CRN: 10170)

or

1 to 3 p.m. (CRN: 10171)

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 cover real-life unexplained events and sometimes-mysterious historical facts, this session is rated PG. Mature children 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. For the chocolate-making portion of this program, please bring a hair band or other item to secure long hair. 

Instructor: Deb Morris, Barkeater Chocolates

Price: $45 (Course price includes a $30 materials fee.)

An Architectural & Musical Treasure Tour in Glens Falls 

Oct. 24 

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: 10179

New Skete Monasteries Tour 

Oct. 16 

Thursday | 2 to 4 p.m. | New Skete Monasteries, Cambridge

Experience breathtaking churches, nine hiking trails on 500 acres of land and the peace and solitude of New Skete! Learn about its history, art and culture. This guided tour includes the churches, with one of the brothers giving a lecture on their history, and icons depicted on the walls, a question-and-answer session and a visit to the puppy kennel (when puppies are available). The tour will end with a visit to the monks’ gift shop if requested, and a stop at the nuns’ monastery for an opportunity to purchase cheesecake to take home.

Instructor: Brother Gregory

Price: $29 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)

CRN: 10175

Where They Rest & How They Lived: Greenridge Cemetery Tour

Sept. 19

Friday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Greenridge Cemetery, Saratoga Springs

One thing many Saratoga families — rich or notorious, murdered or pious — have in common is a final resting place. Join local author and Victorian historian Hollis Palmer for a tour of Greenridge Cemetery. Learn about the families buried at the top of the hills at this historic site. The tour includes pictures of the houses these families built along with their stories. Please note this is not a ghost tour. 

Please note: Participants should dress for the weather and wear proper footwear for this outdoor tour.

Instructor: Hollis Palmer, Derby Tours

Price: $25 (Course price includes a $15 materials fee.)

CRN: 10169

Double H Ranch Tour 

Oct. 30 

Thursday | 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. | Double H Ranch, Lake Luzerne

Double H Ranch in Lake Luzerne is a demonstration of the commitment and generosity of philanthropists 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 from around the world dealing with life-threatening illnesses. Learn more about who Double H serves and what volunteer opportunities are available.

Please note: Please wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. 

Instructor: Double H Ranch staff

Price: $19

CRN: 10178

A Day at Fluent 

Oct. 17 

Friday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Fluent Cannabis facility, Chestertown

Fluent Cannabis (formerly Etain) is a women-founded medical cannabis cultivation, manufacturing and dispensing company in Chestertown. Go behind the scenes to see the craft of creating products, from seed to final goods. Learn about different departments and careers within the cannabis industry.

Please note: Students must be 21 years or older and need a valid ID to enter the facility, as required by the state of New York.

Instructor: Fluent Cannabis staff

Price: $19

CRN: 10181 

Tour & Lunch at Skene Manor 

Oct. 10 

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, 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 includes a lunch of homemade soup, sandwiches, beverages and dessert served in the tea room. You will also have an 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. Skene Manor has stairs only; there is no elevator. 

Instructor: Skene Manor staff

Price: $42 (Course price includes a $30 materials fee.)

CRN: 10177

Ideal Dairy Farms & Argyle Cheese Farmer Dairy Processing & Store Tour

Oct. 15

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 other delicious products. Participants also have the option to shop a collection of farm-fresh, delicious homemade products.

Please note: This two-hour program includes indoor and outdoor walking tours of an operating dairy farm, so please dress appropriately. Tour begins at Ideal Dairy Farms at 239 Vaughn Road, 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: 10176

The Park Theater Tour & Lunch 

Nov. 7 

Friday | 10:30 a.m. to noon | The Park Theater, Glens Falls

Get an inside look at the historic Park Theater! Built in 1911, The Park Theater served as the first movie theater in Glens Falls, becoming a gathering place for residents to watch silent films and vaudeville shows. After closing in 1935, Glens Falls Post Co. (former publishers of The Post-Star), purchased the theater in 1937 and converted it into a printing plant. In 2014, local developer Elizabeth Miller, president of Miller Industrial Manufacturing, purchased the property for restoration. The Park Theater reopened in 2018 as a state-of-the-art performing and event space, with Doc’s Restaurant located downstairs. In 2022, Doc’s Restaurant closed its doors and the culinary team relocated across the street to Park & Elm.

The Park Theater now operates as a fully functioning event space perfect for weddings, conferences, concerts and more. In 2021, The Park Theater Foundation was established and presents seasonal arts programming at the theater, in addition to community and educational outreach initiatives.

Take a tour of the building with The Park Theater Foundation staff, learn about its history and enjoy lunch provided by Park Street Hospitality (sandwich/wrap with beverage, chips and dessert).

Please note: You will be contacted before the tour for your lunch order.

Instructor: Chris Ristau, executive director, The Park Theater

Price: $35 (Course price includes a $22 materials fee.)

CRN: 10183

Under the Hoof: An Inside Look at the National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame 

Nov. 5 

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 honored 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 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. Prior horseback experience is recommended, but not required. Participants 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: 10182 

The Union Cemetery Walking Tour

Oct. 8

Wednesday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Union Cemetery, Fort Edward

Take a tour of Union Cemetery on a fall afternoon. Historian Paul McCarty will point out some interesting graves of local celebrities who left their marks in life and in death. Union Cemetery of Sandy Hill and Fort Edward, New York, was established in 1847 as part of the rural cemetery movement that took place across the country. The tour starts near the Jane McCrea enclosure and winds through the central portion of the cemetery, which contains the remains of many significant families. 

Please note: Participants should dress for the weather and wear proper footwear and clothing for this outdoor tour.

Instructor: R. Paul McCarty, The Old Fort House Museum

Price: $19

CRN: 10173

The Champlain Canal Walking Tour 

Oct. 29

Wednesday | 1 to 3 p.m. 

Fort Edward Art Center & Archive Building

The Champlain Canal has been a driving force for our local economy since its opening in the 1820s. This tour features the Champlain Barge Canal, which was rebuilt just before the start of World War I, and remnants of the first canal that transversed the village of Fort Edward. The group will meet at Fort Edward Art Center at 83 Broadway, Fort Edward. 

Please note: Participants should wear comfortable shoes or boots and be prepared to walk along the canal.

Instructor: R. Paul McCarty, The Old Fort House Museum

Price: $19

CRN: 10172

Skenesborough Museum Tour 

Oct. 23 

Thursday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Skenesborough Museum, Whitehall

Tour the history of Skenesborough, now known as Whitehall, from the earliest explorers in 1609 through the French and Indian War, colonization and American Revolutionary War, including events that made Skenesborough the birthplace of the U.S. Navy.

Explore models of ships built by Benedict Arnold in 1776 and used at the battle of Valcour, as well as models of vessels from the War of 1812 and Champlain Canal. Indoor displays include two dioramas and historic collections of articles and artifacts from the War of 1812, Civil War and local community. See a 1901 wooden D&H Railroad caboose, a replica of an 1800s trapper’s cabin and the hulk of the first USS Ticonderoga that led the battle of Plattsburgh Bay in 1814.

Instructor: Skenesborough Museum staff

Price: $19 (Course price includes a $5 materials fee.)

CRN: 10180

Weather Routing Tour 

Nov. 14 

Friday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Weather Routing Inc., Glens Falls

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. includes the operations center for yachting and commercial divisions, followed by a discussion of services provided by Weather Routing to maritime clients worldwide.

Instructor: Jeremy Davis, director of operations, Weather Routing Inc.

Price: $19

CRN: 10184