Continuing Education Catalog

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

StartUp ADK

Wednesdays, March 12 to May 7 and Thursday, April 24 (No class April 2)

6 to 8 p.m. | Live synchronous

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 providing the skills needed to start or scale up your business. Bob Bullock, a SUNY Adirondack Business faculty member and 40-year veteran of the executive suite 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 may 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: 20165 

FOOD SAFETY

ServSafe Food Safety Certification Workshop

May 6 

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

Bring a bag lunch

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 under “Course Payment” 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.

Please note: Any withdrawals after April 14 will not be refunded the materials fee.

Instructor: Frank Burns

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

CRN: 20176 

MANAGEMENT SKILLS

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.

Management, Leadership & Team-Building Series: Building Collaborative Relationships

May 1 to 15

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

In today's rapidly changing and interconnected world, building strong relationships with colleagues, teams and other stakeholders is crucial for achieving success in any organization. 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.

Whether you just started your career or have been working in your field for some time, the classes in the Management, Leadership & Team-Building Series 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.

Instructor: Christopher Thomas

Price: $195

CRN: 20181

OTHER UPCOMING COURSES

HVAC/R Fundamentals Bootcamp

Dates and times to be announced

This course will begin with the basics of HVAC/R and move into an in-depth breakdown of each category within HVAC/R knowledge needed to build a solid technical foundation. Content will focus on various topics, including but not limited to:

• Electrical skills and troubleshooting
• Refrigeration and principles of thermodynamics
• Pipe sizing and types of fittings used in HVAC/R
• Reading and interpretation of wiring schematics
• Use and handling of HVAC multimeter, manometer, psychrometer, refrigeration gauges and temperature probes
• Compressor types and how they mechanically move refrigerant through a system
• Types of heat exchangers
• Electrical motors, controls and switches
• Volt/multimeter
• Interpreting electrical diagrams and symbols
• Brazing and soldering techniques
• Identifying types of pumps/water flow controls/water zone valves
• Common piping configurations in residential and commercial boilers

SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

Instructor and Happy Brands Co. 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 Co. 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

June 3 

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 Co.

Price: $75

CRN: 70003 

Influencer Marketing

June 17 

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

Learn the who, what, when and why of influencer marketing, and why every business and brand should leverage it to grow. In this course, Poulin will share her successes, strategies, how she was able to leverage her company to spin off into The HB Collective, her influencer marketing arm, and experience in managing influencers and working with countless brands to find the right talent to represent them. Poulin started by building out her six-figure social media marketing agency and is on her way to building her second six-figure business in influencer marketing in just two years.

Topics will include:

• Influencers: What are they?
• Influencers vs. user-generated content (UGC)
• Who should use this strategy and why?
• How to find influencers and UGC creators
• How to manage and set expectations
• How to measure results and to know what and how much to spend
• Tips and tricks from a seasoned influencer and UGC creator

Instructor: Stephanie Poulin, CEO and owner of Happy Brands Co.

Price: $75

CRN: 70004 

ARTS & CRAFTS

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.

Adult Sewing Basics (currently full; waitlisted)

April 1 to May 13 (No class April 15)

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

This class is intended for those who want to learn to sew or brush up on their sewing skills. No previous experience is required. In the first class, explore the basics of using your machine, how to properly clean your machine, thread it and wind a bobbin. Practice scraps will be provided. Some of the projects we will do in class include a small fabric tray, a simple tote bag and a pin cushion. Materials for each project (except the final project) are included. Each student will decide on a final project of their choice, and must purchase a pattern, fabric and any notions for the project and bring them to the course. We will cut and sew these projects in class. 

Please note: Each participant must bring a working sewing machine, pair of scissors, thread and pins to each class. 

Instructor: Louise McAndrew, Sew Something Creative

Price: $99 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)

CRN: 20125 

BOATING SAFETY

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

May 17

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

Under Brianna’s Law, all operators of motorized vessels will need a boating safety certificate beginning in 2025, 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: 20040

DRIVER TRAINING

Five-Hour Prelicensing Course 

July 7

Monday | 5 to 10 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 Prelicensing 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 Driving School

Price: $55

CRN: 70001

FITNESS

Please note: Consult your physician before starting any exercise program.

Cardio & Strength Circuit

April 3 to May 13

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

Protect bone health and muscle, be stronger and fitter, develop better body mechanics, relieve stress and help prevent disease. 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

CRN: 20054

Price: $82

Strength Training for Women 

March 11 to May 13 (No class March 25, March 27, April 15 or April 17)

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

Lake Avenue Elementary School, Saratoga Springs

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

Price: $75

CRN: 20012

Co-Ed Volleyball 

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

Maple Avenue Middle School, Saratoga Springs 

March 20 to May 22 (No class April 15 or 17)

• Preregister for all sessions: $153 (CRN: 20008)
• Preregister for one session per week: $77 (CRN: 20009)
• Drop-ins: $11 per session (CRN: 20010) 

Join in this semi-weekly pickup volleyball course for intermediate BB/B level players. Attendance is limited. Participants are strongly encouraged to register in advance using the CRN above. Drop-ins will be permitted on a space-available basis and invoiced $11 per session they attend.

Please note: A towel, water and good sneakers/shoes are recommended. No payment will be accepted on site.

Instructor: Patrick Baldwin 

Pickleball: Beginner/Intermediate (currently full; waitlisted)

May 3 to June 7 (No class May 24)

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 of pickleball but want to better their pickleball 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.

Instructor: Kayla Benner

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

CRN: 20056

Zumba / Zumba Toning 

March 4 to May 15 

(No class March 20, March 27, April 15 or April 17)

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: 20076

East Coast & West Coast Swing 

April 2 to May 14 (No class April 16)

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 and progress learned previously.

Instructor: Jennifer Cornell, Dance Moves with Jen

Price: $45

CRN: 20057

Ballroom Dancing

April 2 to May 14 (No class April 16)

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

In this class, you will 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: 20058

Restorative Yoga (currently full; waitlisted)

Feb. 11 to May 13 (No class March 11 or April 15)

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: 20062

Chair Yoga 

April 3 to May 8 (No class April 17)

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

Chair yoga is one of the most gentle, accessible and effective practices. 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: $45

CRN: 20063

FOOD, COOKING & BAKING

Please note: If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions, please notify Continuing Education when registering for any food-related courses. 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/Basque Savory Empanadas (currently full; waitlisted)

May 18

Sunday | 1 to 4 p.m. | Geyser Lodge Bed & Breakfast, 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 Geyser Lodge, a bed and breakfast in Saratoga Springs that was built in 1895.

Instructor: Chef Tara Beeche, owner of Geyser Lodge Bed & Breakfast 

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

CRN: 20065

Create Gnocchi (currently full; waitlisted)

May 25 

Sunday | 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

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

Gnocchi is as versatile as it is delicious. In this class, you will learn about two different types of gnocchi that are perfect with light sauces and summer vegetables. We will create several combinations to prepare and share with each other during class.

Please note: Registration for this course closes May 16. 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, hand towel, a container to bring food home, and a writing utensil. 

Instructor: Chef Emily Petersen, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $79 (Course price includes a $25 materials fee.)

CRN: 20069

Books & Batter: “Bloom” by Savanna Ganucheau NEW!

May 24 

Saturday | 1 to 4 p.m. 

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

This course is part of a book club series in which we will bake items from books read ahead of class. Upon arrival, participants will discuss the class' selected book, then head to the bakery kitchen. Recipes will include cinnamon buns, scones, bread and more.

Please note: Registration for this course closes May 16. Students must purchase and read the applicable book(s) on their own before class, as books will be discussed while baking. 

Instructor: Emily Audette

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

CRN: 20079

HOBBIES & SPECIAL INTERESTS

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 (currently full; waitlisted)

April 3 to May 15 (No class April 17)

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

Mah Jongg is played with a group of four people using 152 beautifully colored tiles. This is not the same game played on the computer. Come by yourself or bring some friends. Beginners and brush-ups are especially welcome! 

Please note: A current National Mah Jongg League card (about $15) and an instructional book (about $17) are required for each participant. Both items may be purchased from the instructor the first evening of class.

Instructor: Barbara Bade

Price: $59

CRN: 20127

Creative Writing Workshop

April 10 to May 29 

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 will feature in-class writing exercises, peer and instructor feedback, and references to masters of their chosen genre.

Instructor: Nanci Vineyard

Price: $85

CRN: 20096

Advanced Photographic Skills & Techniques NEW! 

April 28 to June 2 (No class May 26)

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

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

Please note: This advanced class is for students who have attended the instructor’s previous classes or have some advanced photography education. Participants must bring their own digital SLR or mirrorless camera 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: 20094

Intermediate Bridge 

March 20 to May 22

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: 20024

Spirituality for the 21st Century — Reincarnation & Past Lives (currently full; waitlisted)

April 23 to May 7 

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

This class explores the research of psychiatrists, psychologists, medical doctors and scientists into 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 may change your life! This multimedia presentation will include videos, course materials and a lively discussion.

Instructor: Louis Mondor

Price: $45 

CRN: 20100

Spirituality for the 21st Century — Life Between Life 

May 14 to 28

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 medical doctors into 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 — the time, place and reason for our return? All these questions and others will be explored in this intensive presentation based on actual case histories of past-life regression subjects who recalled their “life between life.” This multimedia presentation will include videos, course materials and a lively discussion.

Instructor: Louis Mondor

Price: $45 

CRN: 20101

The Science of Everything NEW! 

April 10 to May 15

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

This creative, unique discussion group will gather weekly to focus on the sweet spot where physics and metaphysics meet. Share insights and developments on such disparate topics as epigenetics, the singularity, the 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. A different topic will be discussed each week. No previous readings are required, but curiosity is a must!

Instructor: Nanci Vineyard

Price: $49

CRN: 20097

The Road to Becoming a NYS Licensed Guide NEW! 

May 14 

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

Today's understanding of "vacation" originated in the 1800s in the Adirondacks. That’s when the Adirondack guide became so important. This course walks through the historic origins of the outdoor guiding business and lays the building blocks for you to become your own 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: 20104

HOME & GARDEN 

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.

Home Grown — An Introduction to Growing Cannabis at Home NEW!

May 17

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

Explore essentials of legal home cannabis cultivation. Learn about selecting strains, growth cycles and creating ideal conditions for both indoor and outdoor growing. We’ll cover legal regulations, soil and nutrient basics, watering techniques and pest management. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, this class provides knowledge to successfully grow cannabis at home. Come ready to learn and engage! 

Please note: Students must be 21 or older. There will be no cannabis or THC products used in class.

Instructor: Michael Cahill, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $19

CRN: 20108

LANGUAGE

Conversational French (currently full; waitlisted)

April 30 to June 4 

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 will learn and practice everyday expressions and conversation skills in practical situations. Some aspects of French culture and history will be 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: 20109

German: Beginning to Intermediate 

March 18 to May 13 (No class April 15 or 22)

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

This course emphasizes everyday spoken German and German culture. Learn to pronounce and read German words and texts. Participants will also study some grammatical rules. New skills will be applied in conversations as they would occur in normal activities. Accommodations will be made for beginning- and intermediate-level students.

Please note: Students should bring a notebook and writing implement.

Instructor: Regina Hartmann-Hurwitz

Price: $79 

CRN: 20110

Spanish for Beginners II (currently full; waitlisted)

April 8 to May 13

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

This course is intended for students who have taken Spanish in school or college and have a basic repertoire of skills in the target language, such as being able to greet people, ask and give personal information, tell time and describe things/situations using simple sentences with the verbs “ser” and “estar” and the word “hay.” Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, second-most-spoken language in the United States and is growing rapidly.

Prerequisite: Students need to have taken Spanish for Beginners I or a similar class.

Please note: Before class, students who do not already have the textbook from the Spanish for Beginners I class must purchase the book “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: $65

CRN: 20029

Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 3 

April 21 to May 19

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

This course builds on the foundation of skills and knowledge learned in the level 1 and 2 classes. Learn more complex grammatical features and engage in a deeper study into the vibrancy of the Deaf community. 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. Lessons in this course will build on each other in a way that allows students to see immediate progress. This course is designed for students with basic ASL knowledge or those seeking to improve on their technique and ASL grammar and broaden their vocabulary.

Instructor: Aaron Coulson, ACEntertainment

Price: $59

CRN: 20115

Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 5 

April 21 to May 19   

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

This course will continue to build on the 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 will 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 will build on each other in a way that allows students to see immediate progress.

Instructor: Aaron Coulson, ACEntertainment

Price: $59

CRN: 20118

MUSIC

SUNY Adirondack Chorale 

Jan. 27 to May 5 (No class March 10)

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

The chorale is intended for individuals who enjoy group singing and involves weekly group rehearsals. No previous experience is necessary, and no audition is required. Public concert(s) will be included in the program.

Instructor: Miriam Enman, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $19

CRN: 20119

Intro to Drums & Drumming 

April 29 to May 27 

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 will have the opportunity to learn about equipment, musical styles and technique behind this art form. Drums and literature will be provided. All levels, including repeat students, are welcome.

Instructor: Larry Levine, Larry Levine Drum Studio

Price: $89

CRN: 20123

TOURS & TRIPS

Please note: 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.

Great Ladies Walking Tour (currently full; waitlisted)

May 15

Thursday | 1 to 3 p.m. 

Tour meets at 563 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

See and hear the fascinating historical tales of the Victorian houses (originally referred to as “Great Ladies”) on North Broadway. The tour includes a story about a man who was so angry at the city, he turned his back on it; a son who took his mother’s jewels from her safety deposit box and what he did with them; the man who won three Academy Awards; the competition between two shirt manufacturers; and “The Million Dollar House.”

Please note: Participants must wear comfortable shoes. The course price includes a copy of a book by Hollis Palmer.

Instructor: Hollis Palmer, Ph.D., Gilded Age/Victorian historian and author, Derby Tours

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

CRN: 20128

Feeder Canal’s Extraordinary Impact on Glens Falls & The Adirondacks NEW! 

May 28

Wednesday | 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 

Tour meets by the silos at 72 Maple St., Hudson Falls

Discover how the historic Feeder Canal impacted the economic growth of the region in the past and today. Get updates about the Feeder Canal Alliance’s amenity and improvement projects for the trail and canal, and this year’s exciting special events at the Howard Raymond Field School at the Historic Coal Silos in Hudson Falls.

Please note: Wear appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes. We will meet at the Historic Coal Silos at 72 Maple St., Hudson Falls for a presentation in the Howard Raymond Field School, then walk the Towpath Trail to the Five Combines in Hudson Falls. 

Instructor: Pattie Simone, executive director, Feeder Canal Alliance

Price: $19

CRN: 20129

New Skete Monasteries Tour (currently full; waitlisted)

May 8 

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

CRN: 20135

Walking Tour of Fort Edward’s Former Central Business District NEW!

May 14 

Wednesday | 1 to 3 p.m. 

Meet in front of Wing-Northup House at 167 Broadway, Fort Edward (across from St. Joseph’s Church)

This walking tour follows Broadway from Bridge Street to Mill and Liberty streets. The village's central business district was a perfect example of a 1950s "Happy Days"-style community, but it is gradually disappearing. There are a few homesteads still standing. Reflect on the evolution of Fort Edward from a typical New England town to a compact canyon of buildings housing all manner of businesses and services for a bustling community. 

Instructor: R. Paul McCarty, Old Fort House Museum

Price: $19

CRN: 20133

A Walk Through Warrensburg’s History: Early Residential & Civic District (currently full; waitlisted)

May 21

Wednesday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Warrensburg

This tour will take you through the main residential area of early Warrensburg, where many affluent business owners lived and entertained. They were doctors, lawyers, owners of major industries and businesses living on elm tree-lined streets. Learn about the history of people who lived there and the architecture of the buildings. The tour will be approximately one mile, round trip; accessible parking is available on some streets. 

Please note: Participants should wear proper clothing for this activity and dress for the weather. A water bottle and sunglasses are recommended.

Instructors: Sandi Parisi, Warrensburg town historian, and Delbert Chambers

Price: $19

CRN: 20149

From Indians to Native Americans to First Nation NEW! 

May 16

Friday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Parks-Bentley Place, South Glens Falls

Join us for a journey at Parks-Bentley Place and explore the history and culture of the peoples who inhabited the Western Hemisphere before the arrival of Europeans. Items used by these groups, maps and pictures will help participants understand the life of the tribes living in this area.

Instructor: Nancy Purinton, Outreach Program presenter at Parks-Bentley Place

Price: $19

CRN: 20145

Shushan Covered Bridge Museum Tour

May 30

Friday | 1 to 3 p.m. | Shushan Covered Bridge Museum, Shushan

Shushan Covered Bridge Museum is housed in a covered bridge built in 1858 by Stevens Bros. The bridge is of Town Lattice Truss construction, 161 feet long. The Town Lattice Truss design was one of about 20 wooden-bridge truss types developed during the 19th century. Patented Jan. 1, 1820, by Ithiel Town, an architect from Bridgeport, Connecticut, it was extensively promoted by him throughout the south. By 1840, it had become one of a few standard types chosen by local builders because of its ease of construction. The bridge was abandoned by the county in 1962 and sat in disrepair for more than 10 years until it was saved by Shushan Covered Bridge Association, which converted it into a museum. 

A collection of period machinery and farm implements, many in working order, are used by visitors for hands-on demonstrations. A few yards from the bridge entrance stands a one-room schoolhouse that was in continuous use from 1852 to 1943. The school is open to visitors and is furnished with desks and texts from the 19th century.

Instructor: Arek Gordon, museum guide

Price: $19

CRN: 20147 

Dancing Grain Farm Brewery Tour 

May 23

Friday | 2 to 4 p.m. | Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau 

Dancing Grain Farm Brewery is a field-to-glass brewery in Moreau specializing in the production of high-quality grains via regenerative agricultural growing methods to make environmentally friendly and wildly flavorful craft beers. Take a tour of the farm and brewery to learn how they go from ground to glass.

Please note: Participants who are 21 and older will have an opportunity to sample beer; valid ID is required to participate in the beer sampling.

Instructor: Rachel McDermott 

Price: $29 (Course price includes a $15 materials fee.)

CRN: 20153

LGA Floating Classroom NEW! 

May 9

Friday | 2 to 4 p.m. | Lower Amherst Street, Lake George 

Since 1991, future generations of lake protectors have begun their protection journeys on board the Lake George Association (LGA) Floating Classroom. In your fun- and fact-filled cruise, you’ll measure water clarity, catch zooplankton, investigate other water-quality parameters and return to shore with a whole new understanding of what it takes to keep Lake George clear and clean. 

Please note:

• All ages are welcome; anyone younger than the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
• There is no designated parking for this program. Electronic parking meters in the village of Lake George are $2 an hour. Those who prefer to pay for parking using their mobile device should download the ParkMobile app before coming to the village. The cellular signal/Wi-Fi drops when the village is busy, so connecting and downloading the ParkMobile app while inside the village can be difficult.

Instructor: LGA staff educator

Price: $49

CRN: 20150