Summer 2023 Catalog

About Us

Cambridge Center for Adult Education is a non-profit organization providing a wide range of high-quality, affordable educational experiences in Cambridge, Boston, and the surrounding area since 1870.

Who We Are

Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) provides exceptional, hands-on, multidisciplinary educational courses. Located on historic Brattle Street in Harvard Square, we welcome students from all walks of life to create, explore, and grow together in our wide-range of classes. From art and cooking to languages and literature, join us to expand your worldview, develop your professional skill set, take up a new hobby, or simply to make new friends in a community of life-long learners.

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REGISTRATION AND GENERAL INFORMATION

www.ccae.org

Phone: 617-547-6789

Location: 42 & 56 Brattle Street, Harvard Square

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9113, Cambridge, MA 02238-9113

REGISTER ONLINE AT CCAE.ORG

SUMMER REGISTRATION OPENS

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

SUMMER TERM STARTS

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

OFFICE HOURS

Monday–Thursday: 9am–8pm Friday: 9am–7pm Saturday–Sunday*: 9am–4pm

*Closed on Sundays if no classes are running. Office hours are subject to change. See ccae.org for more details.

HOLIDAYS

CCAE will be closed and no classes will be held on Juneteenth: June 19, 2023

Independence Day Weekend: July 1–4, 2023

Labor Day Weekend: September 2–4, 2023

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CLASS FORMAT

Classes meet in-person at CCAE, online via Zoom, and offsite. The class formats are denoted with the following icons:

Food & Wine

COOKING

CELEBRITY CHEF MASTER CLASS: COOKING WITH THE SEASONS: SUMMERTIME EDITION

Conor Dennehy | Chef & Owner, Tallula

Don’t miss your chance to get into the mind of a chef and discover how to turn local ingredients into sophisticated and delicious dishes. Join Chef Conor Dennehy from Tallula for a globally inspired feast made with an abundance of local, seasonal ingredients. Chef will go over ways to utilize local produce and proteins and you’ll learn techniques for creating show-stopping dishes like those at Tallula.

COURSE CODE: STAR

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-9pm. Jul. 19 | $125

CELEBRITY CHEF MASTER CLASS: WORLD CHAMPION BBQ

Andy Husbands | Pitmaster, Smoke Shop BBQ

Join Pitmaster, Andy Husbands, from Harvard Square’s Smoke Shop BBQ, and learn all of the secrets for creating award-winning BBQ main dishes and sides. We’ll be making all of the Smoke Shop’s favorites, including Salt and Pepper Baby Back Ribs, The Smoke Shop’s Famous BBQ Wings, Fancy Smoked Chicken and Dumplings, Bare Bones BBQ Sauce, Smoky Hot BBQ sauce, Cornbread, Honey Sea Salt Butter and Butter Cake.

COURSE CODE: STAR

Sec. 02: Wednesday, 6-9pm. Sep. 13 | $125

“This was super inspiring and I can’t wait to cook sesame balls and taro soup for my friends and loved ones!”

—MEIA, CHINESE DESSERTS

BASIC CULINARY SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES

Dagmar Smith | Chef, Graduate: Cambridge School of Culinary Arts

This class is for students who want to develop classic cooking skills that will help them understand recipes as well as how to confidently improvise in the kitchen. The class covers essential knife skills, cuts of meat, where to shop, and kitchen equipment. The first two nights will emphasize learning how to use knives effectively. Each night of this hands-on cooking class, students will make a complete meal from appetizer to dessert. Recipes will include: BBQ braised chicken, carrot ginger soup, chocolate chip cookies, salsa, chili, shredded salad, many muffins, pan seared sirloin steak and much more. This class is best suited for beginner cooks.

COURSE CODE: BCST

Sec. 01: 6 Tuesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jun. 27 | $425

BASIC KNIFE SKILLS

Honing your knife skills is the most important way to finesse your artistry in the kitchen. Through a combination of demonstration and class practice, you will learn how to chop, dice, and slice like a pro. Students will learn cutting techniques for a variety of different vegetables and will practice with guidance from the instructor. You’ll also learn about sharpening your knife, the many different types of knives and their applications, as well as general knife care. At the end of the night we’ll make a meal which showcases all the cuts including an herbed vegetable and red lentil soup, ratatouille, and apple crisp.

COURSE CODE: KNIF

Sec. 01: Monday, 5:30-9pm. Jul. 17 | $100

PÂTE À CHOUX

Evelyn Schichner | Culinary Instructor

Pâte à Choux, sometimes referred to as “choux,” is used to make a variety of French pastries, including eclairs and cream puffs. What is better than a light and airy choux pastry with savory and sweet fillings during the hot days of summer? You’ll learn step-by-step techniques to make a classic choux pastry and then both savory and sweet fillings including a chicken salad and crème pâtissière with a chocolate glaze.

COURSE CODE: CHOU

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Jul. 14 | $85

PARISIAN MACARONS

Evelyn Schichner | Culinary Instructor

French macarons are sweeping the nation! These delicate and colorful almond confectioneries can be a sweet ending to a meal or just a snack. You’ll learn step-by-step techniques to make macaron shells and two fillings including buttercream and chocolate ganache.

COURSE CODE: MACA

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-9pm. Jun. 29 | $85

FRENCH TARTS

Evelyn Schichner | Culinary Instructor

Want to spend an evening creating delicious tarts worthy of display in a French Pâtisserie window? We’ll learn how to make the buttery tart dough and three different fillings. You’ll be making a rich and decadent Tarte au Chocolat (chocolate tart), a bright and citrusy Tarte au Citron (lemon tart), and small flavourful Tartelettes Framboise Frangipane (small tarts with frangipane and raspberries).

COURSE CODE: TRTE

Sec. 01: Tuesday, 6-9pm. Sep. 5 | $85

FONDANT HANDBAG CAKE

Sandra Frezza | Certified Instructor, Sandra’s Sweet Sensations

In this class you will be creating a fondant covered handbag cake. You will be using fondant, gum paste, and imprint mats to create your masterpieces. The techniques covered will enable you to create other creative fondant masterpieces on your own. Previous fondant experience is not necessary. Bring two 8-inch cake layers unfrosted. Icing, fondant, gum paste and cake board will be supplied by the instructor.

COURSE CODE: FBAG

Sec. 01: Tuesday, 6-9pm. Jun. 20 | $95

TEDDY BEAR CAKE TOPPER

Sandra Frezza | Certified Instructor, Sandra’s Sweet Sensations

In this class you will learn figure modeling tips & techniques used to create an adorable Fondant Teddy Bear Cake Topper. These bears can be designed to fit any occasion. Perfect for any level of decorator. Bring a Box 10”x 10” or larger to carry home finished project. All other supplies included.

COURSE CODE: TEDB

Sec. 01: Monday, 6-9pm. Jun. 26 | $95

THE COST OF TUITION COVERS ALL FOOD AND BEVERAGES FEES FOR IN-PERSON CLASSES.

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EDIBLE ART IN TWO MEDIUMS: POTATO AND RICE PAPER ART

Linda Khachadurian | Chipper Confections Sugar Art, @chipperconfections

Learn all about the differences in composition between potato starch paper and its more translucent, yet stiffer sibling, rice paper, while making edible art that ranges from realistic flowers and leaves to abstract, sculptural designs. Students will also learn about various coloring options that include luster dust, edible spray paint, and food coloring.

COURSE CODE: RPAR

Sec. 01: Tuesday, 6-8pm. Sep. 12 | $90

GÂTEAU DE VOYAGE AND CHAMPAGNE SABAYON SEMI-FREDDO WITH SUMMER FRUITS

Marina Brancely & Susan Lagelle | Senior Instructors, Johnson & Wales

EXPLORING ART MOVEMENTS THROUGH PLATED DESSERTS: POP ART &

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RISE OF ARTISTS AS ACTIVISTS

Linda Khachadurian | Chipper Confections Sugar Art, @chipperconfections

During this part lecture, part hands-on confectionary art class, we’ll learn about the artists of the pop art movement that burst onto the scene in the UK and US during the 1950s, marking the beginning of the trend of artists as activists. We’ll craft an original recipe representing the artists’ works in aesthetics and flavors, incorporating the saturated hues and commercialized renderings of Andy Warhol’s screenprints with the graffiti style cartoonish silhouettes of Keith Haring’s paintings: a mini ruby chocolate cheesecake abloom with a banana taffy rose enshrined in a sugar dome punctuated with chocolate bourbon bites and bittersweet chocolate popping candy pearls. Whether one has synesthesia, possesses only a somewhat heightened sensory awareness, or is merely curious to explore how flavors correspond to shapes and colors, this class will inspire art history and confectionary enthusiasts to explore beyond the common sensory constraints.

COURSE CODE: PART

Sec. 01: Tuesday, 5:30-9pm. Aug. 22 | $90

AFTERNOON TEA

Ploy Khunisorn | Ploy’s Kitchen, ployskitchen.com

Tea and pastries are a match made in heaven. Join Ploy, a certified tea master who will teach you how to prepare sweet and savory selections as well as several choices of teas. In the first half of the class, we’ll make English tea sandwiches, scones, and sweet pasties. In the second half of the class, we’ll pair teas with the food that we’ve made and learn about the history and culture of tea, and how to steep it to bring out the best flavors.

COURSE CODE: TEAS

Sec. 01: Sunday, 11am-2pm. Aug. 27 | $90

Travel cakes, popularized by Gaston Lenotre, are the perfect shelf-stable dessert that is sure to impress your guests! These loaf-style cakes can be made in a multitude of flavor pairings and are often decorated with chocolate, nuts, candied fruits, and rich delectable glazes. Come learn how these traditional cakes have been gaining momentum in pastry shops around the world for their traditional flavors yet modern presentations. In addition, we will also prepare a refreshing summer dessert to go along with the travel cakes. Sabayon Semi-Freddo is the French version of a classic Italian custard preparation, zabaglione. This light, foamy frozen dessert is served brûléed over a selection of summer fruits—and makes a quick, elegant addition to your summer dinner party!

COURSE CODE: GATO

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-9pm. Jul. 26 | $95

ARCHITECTURE OF A SALAD

Sabrina Pashtan | Graduate of La Escuela de Cocina Luis Irizar

The most enjoyable salads have a few things in common: contrasting texture, layered flavors and harmonious ingredients. This class presents the fundamentals to building a delicious salad using diverse, healthy, and surprising ingredients. Recipes will include a kale salad, grilled cabbage salad, avocado egg salad, and goi ga, a Vietnamese salad.

COURSE CODE: ARCS

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-9pm. Jun. 21 | $90

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BARCELONA: DISCOVERING CATALONIAN FOOD

Luis de Haro | Spanish Cuisine Expert, Chef Barcelona, the bustling metropolis nestled in the Spanish region of Catalonia, is known in culinary circles as the capital of the Mediterranean diet. Barcelona is famed for its award-winning restaurants, yet Chef Luis will give us an intimate look at the cuisine of a Barcelona household in this class. We’ll begin the night with a Marcona almonds tapa and a glass of Catalonian cava. next, we’ll prepare Pa Amb Tomaquet (tomato and garlic bread), Botifarra Amb Mongetes (Catalan sausage with white beans), Espinacas Catalana (spinach with pine nuts and golden raisin) and a Barcelona Seafood Fideuà. We’ll end the class with the quintessential Catalonian dessert, Crema Catalana.

COURSE CODE: BCEL

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Jun. 30 | $95

COUPLE’S COOKING: VALENCIA PAELLA

Luis de Haro | Spanish Cuisine Expert, Chef

Join Chef Luis and learn how to make the world’s most renowned rice dish, Paella Mixta. Luis’ authentic version contains shrimp, mussels, chicken, saffron, pimentos, peas, tomatoes, scallops or squid (depending on the season), and more. Because it takes time to make an authentic paella, we will start our night off with some simple tapas and a classic green salad from Spain and real sangria while the paella is cooking. You’ll learn about what distinguishes mediocre paella from exceptional paella, why to use the best type of rice from Spain and premium quality saffron from La Mancha, as well as other tools and ingredients to choose from. We will end our night with Chef Luis’ famous flan.

COURSE CODE: CPAL

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Aug. 4 | $190 per pair

COUPLE’S COOKING: CLASS TAPAS

Luis de Haro | Spanish Cuisine Expert, Chef Friends, family, and food are a way of life in Spain and nothing signifies that better than classic tapas—little bites with big flavor! Learn how to make regional tapas including Gambas al Ajillo (garlic shrimp with sherry, parsley & olive oil), Stuffed Piquillos (fire-roasted peppers with bonito tuna & capers), Tortilla Espanola Classica, Croquetas (jamón serrano or drunken goat cheese), and Chorizo a la Sidra (chorizo cooked in cider). We’ll pair the tapas with authentic homemade sangria and end the night with Spanish Flan.

COURSE CODE: CTAP

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Jul. 7 | $190 per pair

BRUNCH CON SABOR ESPAÑOL EN ESPAÑOL/INGLÉS

Luis de Haro | Spanish Cuisine Expert, Chef

Yes, brunch is an American meal but you can have the best at The Ritz Hotel in Madrid. our Spanish brunch is full of flavors with fire and sparkles. The recipes and class discussion will be conducted primarily in English, but students are encouraged to use, practice, or ask anything in Spanish. We’ll begin with magdalenas, and Spanish lemon cupcakes. We’ll make Spanish potato salad and this recipe is like no other. We’ll also make the famous tortilla Espanola, a Spanish omelet. We’ll bake huevos flamenca, Andalusian flamenco eggs in a sofrito bed with layers of chorizo and serrano ham. A special Spanish flan will crown our brunch. natural orange juice and cava from Catalonia will make mimosas. This class is open to beginner and advanced speakers of Spanish alike.

COURSE CODE: SBRU

Sec. 01: Saturday, 11am-2pm. Aug. 19 | $95

SUMMER DINNER IN SPAIN

Luis de Haro | Spanish Cuisine Expert, Chef

Summer in Spain means eating and drinking outdoors and is synonymous with breezy terrace bars, ice-cold summer beverages, and splendid summer dishes. In this class, we will make a classic Spanish summer menu including Catalan Tomato/ Garlic Bread, Ajo Blanco de Malaga (white almond gazpacho), Ensaladilla (Spanish potato salad like no other), Serrano HamWrapped Shrimp, Sweet Piquillo Peppers Toasts (parsley/garlic), and Pipirrana de Jaen (unique marinated fresh vegetable salad). our classic summer Spanish drinks will be Tintos de Verano (sparkling red wine spritzers) and Spanish Limonada (white wine sangria). The end of our summer dinner will be a homemade prepared ice cream with Extra Virgin olive oil Tortes from Seville.

COURSE CODE: SUMS

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-9pm. Jul. 27 | $95

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SCOTTISH COUNTRY FOOD

Michael McComas | Gastronomic Adventurer

Scottish food tends to be hearty and simple: meat, root vegetables that will keep through the long winter months, and things that can be boiled or baked easily. Arguably Scotland’s most beloved contribution to Western cuisine, shortbread has only three ingredients, but done properly, it’s a melt-in-your-mouth wonder. In this class, we will prepare a Scottish meal that follows these principles of making simple country food scrumptious. The menu will consist of chicken and leek soup, a farmer’s “on the go” meat pie, a traditional vegetable side dish (tatties and neeps), and oatcakes for dessert. We will pair the meal with a tasting of Scotland’s favorite beverage.

COURSE CODE: SCOT

Sec. 01: Saturday, 1-4pm. Sep. 16 | $95

COOKING WITH CAST IRON

Malcolm Jackson | Recipe Developer, Culinary Instructor

Cast iron skillets are one of the chef’s favorite cookware because of their unparalleled heat retention and non-stick properties. Students will learn how to optimize temperature when cooking a variety of proteins and vegetables, including salmon, steak, eggs, and potatoes. We’ll talk about different types of cast iron pans and how to buy, use, maintain, and—most importantly— season them.

COURSE CODE: IRON

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-9pm. Jun. 28 | $95

ITALIAN SUMMER DINNER

Diane Manteca | Private Chef, Culinary Instructor

Warm summer nights and Italian cooking with seasonal ingredients couldn’t be more enticing and relaxing. Cook up some great Roman dishes while sipping on a crisp cold glass of Prosecco. In this class, we’ll make sautéed mushrooms with baby arugula and pecorino crema on bruschetta, pan seared summer tomatoes with fresh ricotta and basil with bucatini, and fresh baked cod al forno with artichoke and olive tapenade. We’ll finish the dinner off with fresh seasonal fruit crostata for dessert.

COURSE CODE: ITSU

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-9pm. Aug. 24 | $95

MAKING PASTA FROM SCRATCH

once you learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch you’ll never go back. Chef Rebecca will guide you through different styles of long and short pasta with a pasta machine or by hand and also cover filled pasta, including different styles of ravioli. We’ll make a Ravioloni with ricotta and egg yolk with pancetta, peas and herb pistou as well as learn techniques for a classic marinara to enjoy with fettuccine or spaghetti. Pasta machine selection and maintenance and care will also be discussed.

COURSE CODE: PASC

Sec. 01: Monday, 6-9pm. Sep. 11 | $95

MEDITERRANEAN MEETS NEW ENGLAND: COOKING THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET WITH LOCAL INGREDIENTS

Sabrina Pashtan | Graduate of La Escuela de Cocina Luis Irizar

This class covers how to cook and eat using seasonal, locally-grown ingredients, while adhering to the tenets of the Mediterranean diet. Recipes include dishes from cultures across the Mediterranean. The emphasis is on fresh vegetables and whole foods that are available locally and in season.

COURSE CODE: AEGN

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-9pm. Aug. 2 | $95

BREAKFAST OF THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN

Sabrina Pashtan | Graduate of La Escuela de Cocina Luis Irizar

Learn how to create the elements of a bountiful breakfast spread, perfect for a summer weekend. We will make Borekas filled with greens and cheese and a chopped salad with seasonal vegetables from the farmers’ market, as well as Cilbir (Turkish poached eggs with yogurt). You will also learn the basics of a foolproof sourdough bread that will complete any meal, and take home your own starter. We will put together a cheese board, fruit platter and plate the spread just as you would find in Israel or Turkey.

COURSE CODE: MEDB

Sec. 01: Saturday, 11am-2pm. Jul. 15 | $95

FRENCH DINNER FOR TWO

Evelyn Schichner | Culinary Instructor

French cuisine needs no introduction. Simple, rich, and with an exquisite attention to detail, French cuisine has no doubt left its mark on almost every cuisine around the world. Come join Chef Evelyn Schichner who will teach you and a partner or friend how to prepare a delicious Vegetable Tart, Rice with Herbs, Asparagus with Almonds, Fish Filet with Creamy Shallots & White Wine Sauce, and a Lemon Tart to finish. We’ll toast with a glass of crisp white French wine as we savor our dinner together.

COURSE CODE: FNCH

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9:30pm. Aug. 11 | $190 per pair

CULINARY EXPLORATIONS OF THE SEPHARDIC DIASPORA

Sabrina Pashtan | Graduate of La Escuela de Cocina Luis Irizar

Join us as we cook up some classic dishes from the Sephardic diaspora reaching from the Maghreb (Northern Africa) to the Levant (Western Asia). We will learn how to make a classic hummus from scratch, chraime from North Africa, a Yemenite hot sauce (schoug), and a yogurt flatbread to scoop it all up with.

COURSE CODE: EXSD

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Jul. 21 | $95

MEXICAN STREET FOOD

Hannah Morrow | Cheesemonger, MA Gastronomy

Are you a taco fan? Ever hear of Elote (Mexican street corn)? There’s so much more beyond the surface of what we know about Mexican Street Food. We’ll explore culinary regionality and learn how tradition intermingles with other aspects of Mexican culture as we taste our way through some delicious street food.

COURSE CODE: MEXN

Sec. 01: Monday, 6-9pm. Aug. 21 | $95

MAKING MOZZARELLA

Hannah Morrow | Cheesemonger, MA Gastronomy

Mozzarella is a beloved fresh cheese, both for snacking and cooking. Surprisingly it’s not too hard to make, but takes practice! Learn about the few, but mighty necessary cheesemaking ingredients and experience mozzarella-making from curd to cheese. We’ll also enjoy a few light appetizers with our finished product.

COURSE CODE: MOZZ

Sec. 01: Monday, 6-7:30pm. Aug. 7 | $90

ULTIMATE BURGERS

Dagmar Smith | Chef, Graduate: Cambridge School of Culinary Arts

In this class we’ll put together a great gourmet burger bar. There will be mushrooms, bacon, fresh and sautéed onions, avocados, salsa, as well as lettuce and tomatoes. We’ll have an assortment of cheeses, rolls and condiments. Students will make slider size burgers out of turkey, beef and lamb with a vegetarian option and everyone will be able to try several different burgers. For accompaniment we’ll roast some potatoes and veggies and share a fabulous meal at the end of the evening.

COURSE CODE: BGER

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Sep. 8 | $95

ICONIC FOODS OF BOSTON

Dagmar Smith | Chef, Graduate: Cambridge School of Culinary Arts

new England is famous for small farms, seafood, berries, and sweets. Join Dagmar to cook a meal celebrating famous local food. We’ll make clam chowder, baked scrod, maple sweetened carrots, blueberry muffins, apple and cranberry crisp, and Toll House cookies (yes, a Massachusetts specialty!).

COURSE CODE: BOST

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Aug. 25 | $95

SUMMER IN SOUTH AFRICA

Michael McComas | Gastronomic Adventurer

South Africa lies at the crossroads of the Atlantic and Indian oceans, and the cuisine of the Cape reflects the traditions of the African, Indian, Malaysian, Dutch, and English populations that live there. In this class we’ll make some South African summer favorites, including cold lemon soup, fish breyani, devils on horseback (dates wrapped in bacon), curried vegetables, and old Cape brandy pudding.

COURSE CODE: SOAF

Sec. 01: Saturday, 1-4pm. Jul. 8 | $95

SUSHI FOR BEGINNERS

Ploy Khunisorn | Ploy’s Kitchen, ployskitchen.com

We’ll have fun creating this art of rolling in this hands-on class. You will learn every step from making sushi rice and cutting sushi components. We’ll talk about the history of culture behind this long Japanese tradition while we roll out three styles of sushi maki including futomaki, maki roll, and temaki (hand-rolled sushi). Each student will roll and cut your own sushi. Students will get a sushi rolling mat to go home with. Take-home containers and step-by-step recipes will be provided.

COURSE CODE: SUSH

Sec. 01: Sunday, 11am-2pm. Aug. 13 | $100

VIETNAMESE STREET FOOD

Ploy Khunisorn | Ploy’s Kitchen, ployskitchen.com

nothing is better than making BBQ chicken and pickled vegetables from scratch to serve in a sandwich. In this hands-on class, we’ll make one of the most popular Vietnamese dishes, including Vietnamese Banh Mi, and Vietnamese BBQ chicken served with delicious sauces, condiments, and pickled vegetables. We’ll assemble everything on French baguettes for serving. We’ll also make Vietnamese salad as a snack. We’ll finish the class with a delicious Vietnamese dessert, avocado mousse with ice cream.

COURSE CODE: VIET

Sec. 01: Sunday, 11am-2pm. Aug. 20 | $95

BUILDING THE PERFECT CHEESE BOARD

Anthony Liberti | Cheesemonger & Wine Buyer, Formaggio Kitchen

Party time! one of the best parts of planning a dinner, party, or gathering is the food. Building an impressive cheese board is a great way to add variety to your menu, which starts with knowing how to navigate your local cheese shop. Learn some helpful tips from picking cheeses, meats, and accoutrements, to arranging and displaying your selections.

COURSE CODE: CHRC

Sec. 01: Monday, 6-8pm. Jul. 24 | $90

CHEESES OF NEW ENGLAND

Hannah Morrow | Cheesemonger, MA Gastronomy

Though the US isn’t historically known for cheese, many incredible American cheeses are now being produced nationally and even locally. Here in MA, we’re lucky enough to be close to Vermont—an eastern cheese Mecca, with notable cheeses coming from other Eastern states as well. In this class we’ll try unique new England cheeses to understand the influence of American terroir and technique on old-world-influenced cheese styles.

COURSE CODE: CHZN

Sec. 01: Monday, 6-7:30pm. Jul. 10 | $85

TERPENE HONEY AND CHEESE PAIRING

Hannah Morrow | Cheesemonger, MA Gastronomy

Have you ever wondered what “Tangerine Dream” tastes like? Terpenes are flavor compounds predominantly found in plants. They’re often structurally recreated in labs and re-introduced to products such as perfume to help create scents or flavors as desired. Strain-specific terpenes can be directly isolated from plants in a natural Co2 extraction, in this case utilizing the cannabis plant, without the inclusion of cannabinoids such as THC or CBD so you’re left with the pure essence of the plant flavor-wise without any of the psychoactive effects or plant matter. In this class we’ll experience strain-specific terpenes safely extracted in a lab from plants grown and harvested in Maine, combined with complex and diverse domestic and international honeys. Additionally, we’ll pair the honey with cheese, layering flavors of terpenes and honey on top. If you’re into extreme flavors and experimental pairings, this is an introduction into an untapped market, combining natural animal and plant products.

COURSE CODE: TERP

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-7:30pm. Jul. 5 | $85

HOW TO BE A CHOCOLATE SOMMELIER

Victoria Kichuk | Professional Chocophile, cocoabeantown.com

There are over 400 different aromatic flavor profiles recognized in cacao, the bean we use to make chocolate, which is more than double what is available in wine. Most industrial, mass-produced chocolate, however, is made in a way that mutes these nuances in favor of being a sugar-forward experience. In this course, we will take you through the exercise of tasting chocolate like an expert, and help you to get started on your journey of exploring the subtleties of craft chocolate, with all of the layers of flavor that good chocolate makers are able to coax from those beautiful beans.

COURSE CODE: CSOM

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-8pm. Aug. 3 | $85

HISTORICAL TOUR & DINNER IN CHINATOWN

Elliot Savitzky | Culinary Instructor, Chinatown Expert

Let’s spend the afternoon strolling through Boston’s Chinatown. We will be visiting many different locations and retail establishments during the tour such as dim sum, BBQ, Pho, hot pot, noodle shops, as well as restaurants of various cuisines. We will also stop by bakeries, bubble tea shops, herbal medicine shops, live poultry markets, grocery stores, and a ginseng coop, all while discussing the history and architecture of Boston’s Chinatown. This will not be a “tasting tour,” rather, during the last stop, we’ll enjoy a delicious meal together. Please see the section description for the meeting point. Tuition includes the cost of dinner, soft drinks, taxes, and tip. The instructor will send a welcome information package via email one day prior to the class. Students are asked to follow Massachusetts State CoVID Guidelines.

COURSE CODE: CHTN

Sec. 01: Sunday, 11am-3pm. Jul. 23 | $95

HISTORICAL TOUR AND PIZZA IN NORTH END

Elliot Savitzky | Culinary Instructor, Chinatown Expert

This historical tour is as much about history as it is about pizza. We’ll learn about the history of the north End and wind up sampling pizza from three of the best pizza restaurants. We’ll talk about history from the 17th century by visiting many sites within the one square mile of the neighborhood. The tour will convene on Cross Street between Hanover and Salem Streets. The tuition includes the cost of pizza, taxes, tip, and admission fee to the old north Church (depending on Covid restrictions at that time.) The instructor will send a welcome information package via email one day prior to the class.

COURSE CODE: NRTH

Sec. 01: Saturday, 11am-3pm. Jun. 24 | $95

HOME BREWING COFFEE WORKSHOP

Broadsheet Coffee Roasters

Making the perfect cup of coffee is no accident. Join the Broadsheet Coffee Roasters team in an immersive home brewing class hosted in their roastery and training lab. You’ll learn about what factors most affect the brewing process, why they matter, and will then apply this knowledge with hands-on practice across multiple brewing methods. Attendees will leave with helpful tips on how to thoughtfully taste and store coffee, tried-and-true brewing recipes, and solid advice for troubleshooting while brewing at home.

COURSE CODE: COFF

Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-12pm. Jul. 15 | $60

WINE, BEER & SPIRITS

VENETIAN APERITIVO HOUR

Hannah Morrow | Cheesemonger, MA Gastronomy

When thinking of Venice, you may have idealized dreamy visuals of striped-shirt-wearing gondoliers navigating artfully-crafted boats through winding narrow waterways, but what about the food? Venetians, in addition to offering Italian cuisine similar to other parts of Italy, have their own culinary traditions—notably tapas-style snacks called cicchetti. not dissimilar to tapas, or more specifically pintxos, cicchetti are small bites of locally-crafted, seasonal products, usually served atop slices of bread, and are priced cheaply at around €1-€3. These varied snacks can be found at “cicchetterias” around the city, some highlighting a specific cicchetti specialty. Cicchetti are usually paired with local drink options such as Prosecco, a Venetian “Spritz” or “ombra”—local dialect for a small glass of wine. While the Italian concept of “aperitivo” usually applies to the hours leading up to dinner in other parts of Italy, Venetians serve cicchetti all day long. It’s definitely 17:00 somewhere!

COURSE CODE: AMRO

Sec. 01: Tuesday, 6-8pm. Aug. 29 | $85

ACID FERMENTS: AN EXPLORATION INTO ALL-NATURAL VINEGARS AND SHRUBS

Colin Jordan | Quality Manager at Downeast Cider

For beginners all the way to experts of home fermentation, this class will go through an overview of the science, health benefits, and art of fermenting with acid-producing bacteria. We will cover techniques and troubleshooting that will allow you to make delicious and versatile elixirs in your own home kitchen. A variety of different cooking and drinking vinegars will be explored and attendees will be able to create their own delightful shrub to take home.

COURSE CODE: ACID

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-8pm. Jul. 20 | $90

INTRODUCTION TO FRENCH WINE

John Fiola | Diploma WSET, Certified Wine Educator

Even to the most accomplished wine consumer, French wine can be mysterious and daunting in its complexity. We also tend to think of French wine as being highly sophisticated and therefore very expensive. Join sommelier, John Fiola, as he breaks down the critical role French grapes and wine making techniques have played around the world and how to choose an outstanding, affordable French wine. We will explore several regions of wine from Burgundy and Bordeaux to the Loire, Rhone Valleys and beyond while discussing the grape varietals, climates of these regions, and French wine making techniques that have shaped the entire wine industry.

COURSE CODE: FWNT

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Jun. 23 | $85

ITALIAN WINE TASTING

John Fiola | Diploma WSET, Certified Wine Educator

Since the end of World War II, the demand for Italian wine has skyrocketed—so much so that the U.S. imports more wine from Italy than from any other country in the world. Italy produces many styles and varietals of wine, some of which are grown there exclusively. Many of the wines are well-known such as Chianti, and Soave, but there are also the lesser known but delicious wines that deserve our attention. In this course, we will explore the range and depth of styles of Italian wines that are both of excellent quality and of great value.

COURSE CODE: ITWN

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Jun. 30 | $85

SPARKLING WINES OF THE WORLD

John Fiola | Diploma WSET, Certified Wine Educator

Come and explore the world of sparkling wines. Sparkling wine is made in all wine producing regions of the world and there is something available for everyone’s taste and budget. We’ll taste Cava from Spain, Sekt from Germany, Processo from Italy, Californian sparklings, and a choice from Argentina or Chile too. We’ll talk about how sparkling wine is made and leave plenty of time for discussion.

COURSE CODE: SPAR

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Sep. 15 | $90

WINES OF THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE

John Fiola | Diploma WSET, Certified Wine Educator

In recent years, wines from southern hemisphere countries such as Argentina, Australia, and new Zealand have evolved into high quality wines that are relatively inexpensive. Join us as we explore the wines from the southern hemisphere. We’ll taste and explore what makes them unique.

COURSE CODE: WSHE

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-8pm. Sep. 8 | $85

JAPANESE WHISKY TASTING

Anthony Liberti | Cheesemonger & Wine Buyer, Formaggio Kitchen

Discover the rich traditions of distilling from Japan! A deep dive into the history of one of the fastest growing whisky traditions in the world, from pre-war origins to the modern day. A tasting from the most influential producers, accompanied by snacks, will give any discerning drinker the info they need to make informed orders at their favorite bar or restaurant!

COURSE CODE: JBRN

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-8pm. Aug. 3 | $85

CRAFT COCKTAILS 101

Augusto Lino | General Manager, Noir Bar

In this hands-on craft cocktails crash course we will learn how to build, stir, and shake up craft cocktails using straightforward techniques. We’ll be making cocktails with tequila, vodka, and American whiskey that you can tailor to suit your preferred palate. You’ll come away from the class confident in mixing up some cocktails at home and how to appropriately stock your bar.

COURSE CODE: MIXO

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-8pm. Jul. 6 | $90

TIKI COCKTAILS

Drexel Axeloons | Bartender & Cocktail Educator

Let’s talk Tiki—the Polynesian themed cocktail movement with over-the-top garnishes, flamboyant glassware, and a complicated history. This class will teach you about the must-have ingredients for your tiki bar at home and how to mix up these tropical treats while hashing out the messy history of colonialism & rum and how it all got mixed up into tiki drink culture.

COURSE CODE: TIKI

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-8pm. Aug. 16 | $95

TEQUILA AND MEZCAL TASTING

Drexel Axeloons | Bartender & Cocktail Educator

Welcome to one of the most popular and polarizing spirits categories of 2023! Although agave distillates (tequila & mezcal primarily) have been produced for centuries, it is only in the last couple of decades, and really the last couple of years, that we have seen the category take off in the US— could it soon eclipse vodka as the #1? In this two-hour session, we will dive into tequila and mezcal production, history, and import laws. We will taste some delicious tequila and mezcal, talk brands, how to shop and what to look out for, AnD whip up a few cocktails. You will hopefully find that good tequila is much more than it appears and that mezcal has a depth far beyond simply “smoky.”

COURSE CODE: TEQI

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-8pm. Sep. 7 | $90

Business, Finance & Technology

MEDICARE 101

Elaine Miller | Regional SHINE Program Director, Minuteman Senior

Are you eligible for Medicare? Do you know the costs of Medicare and the types of services it covers? Do you know when to enroll to prevent permanent premium increase penalties? We will cover these topics as they apply to Medicare Part A (hospital coverage), Part B (medical coverage), Part C (Medicare Advantage), and Part D (drug coverage). We’ll discuss how having employer-sponsored insurance coverage after retirement impacts your Medicare choices and whether you should consider enrolling in a Medigap supplemental insurance plan.

COURSE CODE: ABCD

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-8pm. Jul. 19 | $50

THE PROCESS OF BUYING A HOME

Kim Dargon & Alissa Spencer, Coldwell Banker Realty

Whether it’s a condo or a single-family house, we will cover all of the basics on how to be an informed home buyer. We’ll discuss how to critically examine and compare properties, review essential questions to ask the seller/agent, and outline the purchasing timeline and action items. A lender will be making a guest appearance to answer further questions about the lending process.

COURSE CODE: BUYH

Sec. 01: Tuesday, 6-7:30pm. Jun. 27 | $40

“It was very comforting to have Mr. Becker validate my impression of what makes most financial sense in retirement. I’m glad I spent the money for the peace of mind.”

—CYNTHIA K., FINANCIAL PLANNING DURING RETIREMENT

HOW TO MAKE AN ESTATE PLAN

Stephanie Mandell | Attorney

We all know that everyone should have a will, and yet many of us put this off. This class will motivate you to organize your assets and create an estate plan, including documents that can assist in case of incapacity. You will receive an introduction to the common terms and options, including how to specify personal representatives (formerly called “executors”) and guardians in a will and the differences between wills and trusts. You will also get tips for estate planning that go beyond the legalese found in estate documents.

COURSE CODE: ESTP

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-8pm. Jul. 26 | $50

BASIC MAC SKILLS

Marjorie Wein | Wize Guides

So you’ve got a Mac, and naturally you love it. But you want to do more with it. We’ll explore the strengths of a Mac computer, including making files and folders, security basics, accessing the Internet, and fundamentals of email. If you want to get the most out of your Mac (and your children won’t help you anymore) this is the class for you! no previous computer experience required.

COURSE CODE: MACB

Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 2-4pm. Sep. 7 & 14 | $80

HOW TO USE YOUR APPLE DEVICE

Marjorie Wein | Wize Guides

You have an iPhone or iPad, now use it to its full potential. Learn how to set up WiFi networks, install and organize apps, set up email, and take, edit, and send photos. You’ll learn some of the hidden features that will make using your Apple device more pleasant and productive. Please have your iPhone 6 or newer and/or iPad Air or newer ready to use.

COURSE CODE: SMRT

Sec. 01: 3 Thursdays, 2-4pm. Begins Aug. 3 | $120

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE IN PYTHON

Jeremy Dohmann | Computer Scientist

In this class you will learn computer programming in Python as well as fundamental computer science concepts such as data types, functions, and object-oriented design. Computer science is a challenging, fastpaced, and exciting field and getting a strong command of its fundamentals will require weekly at home programming practice and self-directed reading. By the end of the course, students will be prepared to work on at-home hobby projects, or round out their understanding of computer science fundamentals by taking courses on data structures and algorithms, systems programming, or software engineering design. This course covers material comparable to one half of a one-semester college level course.

COURSE CODE: PYTH

Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $375

EVALUATING AND COMPENSATING YOUR FINANCIAL ADVISOR

Jimmy Becker | MBA, Yale School of Management

This class is for anyone who has a financial advisor or is considering hiring one. You will learn a specific approach to select, evaluate, and compensate a financial advisor; this includes how to determine their suitability, competency, performance, and fiduciary commitment. You will also learn the various models by which financial advisors are compensated and which is the most suitable, least conflicted, and least costly.

COURSE CODE: ECFA

Sec. 01: Saturday, 2-3pm. Jul. 15 | $35

FINANCE SEMINAR 101

Sophie Kulas | Financial Professional

This is a seminar designed to assess your money mindset and equip you with essential financial literacy tools. The seminar covers the five core competencies of financial literacy: Income, Budgeting, Saving, Borrowing and Protecting. Finally, it covers creating a personal financial strategy.

COURSE CODE: FINC

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-7:30pm. Jun. 28 | $40

CREATING FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE

Sophie Kulas | Financial Professional

This seminar is designed to equip students with tools to gain financial freedom and independence. The class focuses on financial basics including Life Insurance, LTC, retirement planning and other financial needs.

COURSE CODE: INDP

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-7:30pm. Jul. 12 | $40

OVERVIEW OF INVESTMENT CONCEPTS

Rod Laurenz | Financial Advisor, laurenzfinancial.com

Don’t know the difference between a stock and a bond? Confused about mutual funds and your 401k? We’ll clarify the basic information you need to know about investing, how to ensure you’re properly diversified, and why all your money shouldn’t be in your bank account. You’ll learn the most important concepts you need to make investment decisions and how to avoid common pitfalls.

COURSE CODE: OOIC

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-8pm. Jul. 20 | $50

BLUEPRINT FOR FINANCIAL SUCCESS

Sophie Kulas | Financial Professional

This class explores the basics of building financial security, including managing debt, growing savings, and safeguarding against risk and unexpected events. Students will gain an understanding of how to manage finances for today and for the future.

COURSE CODE: PRNT

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-7:30pm. Jul. 5 | $40

RETIRING WELL IN A LOW RATE ENVIRONMENT

Rod Laurenz | Financial Advisor, laurenzfinancial.com

This class will discuss strategies, investments, and products to help you achieve your retirement goals at a time when traditional advice may leave you short. Whether you’re preparing for retirement or already living off of your savings, you’ll find ideas that are helpful to novices and experienced investors alike. Topics include asset allocation, alternative investments, tax reduction, and how to implement your plans and avoid common mistakes.

COURSE CODE: REWE

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-7:30pm. Aug. 10 | $40

ROTH IRAS: A GREAT WAY TO SAVE AND WHY YOU SHOULD HAVE ONE

Jimmy Becker | MBA, Yale School of Management

This class is for anyone who wants to learn why a Roth IRA is a great way to save throughout your working lifetime. You will learn what it is, who qualifies, how to invest your funds, conversions, and other more sophisticated strategies such as “back-door” and “mega-back-door” versions of a Roth IRA.

COURSE CODE: ROTH

Sec. 01: Saturday, 4-5pm. Jul. 15 | $35

SPENDING, SAVING, AND BUDGETING: DEVELOPING HEALTHY MONEY HABITS

Jimmy Becker | MBA, Yale School of Management

This class is for anyone who wants to learn to save more, spend less, and improve your financial decision-making skills. You will learn how to develop healthy and sustainable spending and saving strategies, create and sustain a budget, save for retirement, mix love and money, determine how much insurance you need, and how financial institutions operate.

COURSE CODE: SSAB

Sec. 01: Saturday, 11am-1pm. Jul. 15 | $50

SAVING FOR RETIREMENT

Jimmy Becker | MBA, Yale School of Management

This class is for adults of all ages who want to learn how to achieve a financially secure retirement. You will learn about different retirement plan structures (401ks and IRAs, Roth versus Traditional), Social Security, annuities, how much you need to save, different saving strategies, how and where to invest your savings, understanding investment risks, and the importance of minimizing fees.

COURSE CODE: SAVR

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-8pm. Sep. 7 | $50

SMALL BUSINESS ESSENTIALS: 20 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Joe Carreiro | Small Business Consultant

You know you have a great product, how do you turn it into a successful business? Success in small business is about the small and large decisions you make. Choosing the type of entity you should be, opening bank accounts, keeping track of income and expenses, employees, payroll, and taxes: we’ll make sense of it all. Join us to learn the ins and outs of starting a business and, if you have already started, how to get yourself on the right track.

COURSE CODE: SBQA

Sec. 01: 2 Saturdays, 12-2pm. Begins Jul. 22 | $85

SMALL BUSINESS FINANCE

Joe Carreiro | Small Business Consultant

In this class you’ll learn the basics of small business bookkeeping, how to build the proper infrastructure to track your income & expenses for analytics, as well as financial statements and taxes. This will include a general introduction in business structures and the different kinds of taxation and bookkeeping necessary for your type of business.

COURSE CODE: SMBF

Sec. 01: 2 Saturdays, 12-2pm. Begins Sep. 9 | $85

English as a Second Language

CCAE offers in-person classes throughout the summer at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels taught by highly-trained and experienced instructors. Communicative, learner-oriented teaching methods and the multicultural atmosphere facilitate not only language learning, but also friendships with people from all over the world. This summer, we offer two cycles of classes that meet multiple times a week to immerse students in English, and allow students to advance through different levels and topics.

CYCLE 1: 5 WEEKS, BEGINS JUNE 26 | CYCLE 2: 5 WEEKS, BEGINS AUGUST 7

We use the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) to assess students and establish learning goals. To find the right level, attend our free online personal assessment days (p. 17) or contact Francesca Ferraris at languages@ccae.org. Please see p. 20 for level descriptions and visit ccae.org/ classes/esl for our most up-to-date language classes.

ENGLISH INTEGRATED SKILLS CLASSES

our integrated skills classes help students improve reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. At every level, students learn to interact in increasingly complex ways, from everyday to professional English. These classes require the purchase of a textbook.

ESL INTENSIVE BEGINNER LEVEL 1 & 2

John O’Donnell , Sylwia Gierczak | ESL Instructors

COURSE CODE: SUB1

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 12-2pm.

Begins Jun. 26 | $355 | John O'Donnell

No class Jul. 3

Sec. 02: 7 Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm. Begins Jul. 15 | $275 |

John O'Donnell

Sec. 03: 5 Weeks, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 7-9pm.

Begins Aug. 7 | $355 | Sylwia Gierczak

No class Sep. 4

ESL INTENSIVE BEGINNER LEVEL 3 & 4

John O’Donnell, Joanne Nicklas | ESL Instructors

COURSE CODE: SUB3

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:15-11:15am.

Begins Jun. 26 | $355 | Joanne Nicklas

No class Jul. 3

Sec. 02: 5 Weeks, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 12-2pm.

Begins Aug. 7 | $355 | John O’Donnell

No class Sep. 4

ESL INTENSIVE INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 1 & 2

John O’Donnell, Katy Doughty | ESL Instructors

COURSE CODE: SUI2

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:15am-11:15am.

Begins Jun. 26 | $355 | John O’Donnell

No class Jul. 3

Sec. 02: 5 Weeks, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 6:30-8:30pm.

Begins Jun. 26 | $355 | Katy Doughty

No class Jul. 3

ESL INTENSIVE INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 3

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John O’Donnell | ESL Instructor

COURSE CODE: SUI4

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:15-11:15am.

Begins Aug. 7 | $355

No class Sep. 4

“I have learned a lot from this course. It is a wonderful class to learn and grow.”

—ANUPRIYA M., ESL ADVANCED: CONVERSATIONAL FLUENCY AND GRAMMAR REVIEW

INTENSIVE PREPARATION FOR THE TOEFL (TEST FOR ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE)

John O’Donnell | ESL Instructor

These classes are designed to help high intermediate and advanced (CEFR B2-C1) students improve the four skills tested on the ToEFL iBT (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) with practice tests, tips and strategies. Perfect also for advanced students who may not be planning to take the ToEFL, but wish to further develop their general English skills. We highly recommend to join one of our free online personal assessment days before enrolling in these classes.

COURSE CODE: SUTO

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Aug. 8 | $260

ENGLISH SPECIFIC SKILLS CLASSES

BEGINNER – CEFR A2 CONVERSATION

John O’Donnell | ESL Instructor

Gain confidence and develop your English speaking skills in this conversation class for high beginner and low intermediate level students. Reinforce your basic knowledge of English, develop fluency with the past tenses, acquire new vocabulary, and practice correct pronunciation. This class will provide a friendly, safe classroom environment where you can practice with lively activities how to speak comfortably and confidently in everyday English.

COURSE CODE: ENCB

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jun. 27 | $260 No class Jul. 4

INTERMEDIATE – CEFR B1 CONVERSATION

John O’Donnell | ESL Instructor

This class is for intermediate-level students who want to improve their pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar while developing their conversational skills. Activities will include open discussions, debates, and presentations.

COURSE CODE: ENCI

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6-8pm. Begins Aug. 8 | $260

EARLY BIRD ENGLISH PRACTICE: VOCABULARY, IDIOMS, CONVERSATION

Rosemary Previte | ESL Instructor

Start the day off right with some fun English conversation activities and exercises. In this class, you’ll have the opportunity to practice conversations around a variety of topics, learn new vocabulary and idioms, and improve pronunciation and comprehension skills. All intermediate learners are welcome!

COURSE CODE: EBEP

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:15-11:15am.

Begins Jun. 27 | $260

No class Jul. 4

ESL BOOK CLUB

Joanne Nicklas | ESL Instructor

The tradition of book clubs in the US dates back to the early 19th century in new England, and there are more than 5 million book club members in the US today.

CCAE is happy to introduce ESL students to this tradition by meeting regularly to read and discuss a book, its themes, characters, and related subjects. This summer we’ll be reading Lucy by the Sea by the Pulitzer Prize-winner Elizabeth Strout. Lucy Barton grew up poor and neglected in the Midwest, but moving to new York became a famous writer; still, she has never transcended her early poverty and desperation, and the demands of family—including her ex-husband, with whom she finds herself in pandemic lockdown on the coast of Maine. Required book: Lucy by the Sea by Elizabeth Strout.

COURSE CODE: BOCL

Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 11:30am-1pm. Begins Jun. 28 | $100

ENGLISH THROUGH SONGS

John Verrilli | ESL Instructor

Songs are a great way to learn a language and culture. This class, for intermediate students, uses well-known American songs as a way to learn vocabulary, practice listening and pronunciation, and learn about U.S. history and culture. We’ll learn traditional songs (“I’ve Been Working on the Railroad”), folk songs (“This Land Is Your Land”), country songs (“You Are My Sunshine”), blues (“Good Morning Blues”), and more! You don’t need to sing, but you will see how fun singing can be.

COURSE CODE: ENSO

Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 12-2pm. Begins Aug. 9 | $105

LISTENING AND PRONUNCIATION PRACTICE

Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

This class is for intermediate level English students (CEFR Levels B1 and up) who want to improve their pronunciation, gain confidence in understanding native speakers and be more easily understood. We’ll cover intonation, primary stress in words, and the correct sounds of letters. Andrea will provide you with practice materials. We’ll use online resources and original materials such as television and movie scripts to practice our listening skills and to observe how native speakers produce sounds in General American English.

COURSE CODE: PRON

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12-2pm. Begins Jun. 27 | $260 No class Jul. 3

ACCENT IMPROVEMENT WORKSHOP

Elaine Crowder | Ph.D., Applied Linguistics

Improve your accent and acquire a communication edge in business that enhances professional relationships. Learn to hear and correct accented speech sounds that contribute to misunderstood speech. After reviewing why certain sounds are so troublesome, we will practice universally difficult sounds, using a technique that builds new habits of speech. Please bring a recording device to class, $35 for class materials, and a willingness to practice!

COURSE CODE: ABET

Sec. 01: Saturday & Sunday, 9:30am-12:30pm. Jun. 24 & 25 | $105

ADVANCED – CEFR B2-C1

CONVERSATIONAL FLUENCY AND GRAMMAR REVIEW

Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

Develop fluency and increase confidence. We’ll cover less common grammar that is often overlooked and increase confidence by reviewing grammar topics you’ve come across before. We’ll practice and discuss grammar topics to help you better understand how to say what you want to say. We’ll read in order to learn new vocabulary and review grammar in context. Ask questions and take notes! Grammar topics for review include hypothetical language, modal verb review, present time, past time, prepositions, and more.

COURSE CODE: ENGR

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jun. 26 | $260 No class Jul. 3

INTENSIVE ADVANCED WRITING AND GRAMMAR

John O’Donnell | ESL Instructor

If you have a good command of English, but find that your writing needs help, this is the class for you. We focus on vocabulary and word forms, grammar, punctuation and practice. Verb tenses, sentence structure, paragraph building and essay development are all part of the curriculum. Students will have a lot of opportunities to practice expressing themselves in written English. In this class, all major forms of writing will be covered, including letters (business and personal), journals, essays and other forms that students find helpful. This class is great for any high intermediate or advanced student who wants to improve their written English and is especially recommended for students preparing for the ToEFL.

COURSE CODE: SUWA

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Jun. 27 | $260

No class Jul. 4

Free Personal Online Assessment Days

need help with finding the right class for you?

Register for one of our free online assessments on Zoom.

Thursday, June 15, 9:30-11am

Tuesday, June 20, 6-8pm

Monday, July 31, 9:30-11am

Wednesday, August 2, 6-8pm Contact Francesca Ferraris at languages@ccae.org or 617-547-6789 ext. 112 for any questions.

SPEAKING AND VOCABULARY

Heidi Brown | ESL Instructor

In this class, students will have many fun and engaging opportunities to practice formal and informal conversational skills. Using original source material (speeches, radio and TV shows, magazine and newspaper articles,) we will have authentic, in-depth discussions and debates about current topics of interest. Students will learn vocabulary and idioms relevant to the discussion topics.

COURSE CODE: ENSV

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 6-8pm. Begins Jul. 10 | $160

No class Aug. 14

READ, DISCUSS, DEBATE!

Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

This class is for advanced ESL students who want to improve their vocabulary, comprehension, cultural understanding, and speaking confidence in a fun class based on reading and discussion. Students will read newspaper and magazine articles, cartoons, blog entries, excerpts from stories, and more. The readings will be followed by questions, discussions, and individual or group presentations and debates. All presentations and debates will be discussed and evaluated.

COURSE CODE: ERDD

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:15-11:15am. Begins Jun. 27 | $260

No class Jul. 4

Sec. 02: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30-11:30am. Begins Aug. 8 | $260

EXPRESS YOURSELF

Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

Develop fluency and practice by participating in conversations in which you can express your opinions, ideas, and thoughts. You can provide reasons or examples to support your opinions, and you can question the opinions of others. In this class, you can practice turning your thoughts and ideas into words. We’ll use any topic of interest, current events, or past events for our discussions. We’ll talk about words and expressions in context so that you can get better at saying what you want to say.

COURSE CODE: EXPR

Sec. 01: 5 Thursdays, 6:30-9pm. Begins Aug. 10 | $220

PICK UP THE PACE: SMOOTH ENGLISH TALKING

Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

This course is for very advanced and fluent speakers. Learn how to practice English pronunciation to sound more natural, fluent, and faster. With step-by-step practice, you’ll find out how to increase your natural speech quality and pick up the pace of your speaking. This course is for conversational contractions, standard contractions, connected speech, and the all-important schwa neutral vowel.

COURSE CODE: ENPP

Sec. 01: 5 Thursdays, 6:30-9pm. Begins Jun. 29 | $220

MAKE IT CLEAR: INTONATION AND SOUNDS (PHONEMES)

Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

This course is all about intonation, the most important part of English pronunciation. Intonation is the contrast between higher sounding parts of speech and lower sounding parts of speech. often, when people don’t understand what you say, it has to do with intonation. We’ll also practice primary stress for words. Primary stress is the most prominent, loudest syllable in a word. Get English intonation under control, and greatly diminish the frequency with which you experience this problem. With practice, you can eliminate this problem. You’ll also learn how to pronounce sounds (phonemes) that are difficult for you.

COURSE CODE: ENIP

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 7-9pm. Begins Aug. 7 | $260 No class Sep. 4

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

KEYS TO AMERICAN COMMUNICATION CULTURE

Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer optimize your professional communication by developing a greater understanding of American culture. Participate in short presentations and dialogs in order to communicate more effectively with American work colleagues in the States or wherever you are located. Share experiences, observations, problems, and how you believe you would like to adapt so that you can maximize your professional success in the States or internationally as an English language speaker. Topics include getting to the point, directness, tactful language, agreeing and disagreeing, information presentation, assertiveness, expressiveness, and more.

COURSE CODE: ENCC

Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays, 6:30-9pm. Begins Jun. 27 | $220 No class Jul. 4

Need a Scholarship?

ESL MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY FOR THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS

Rosemary Previte | ESL Instructor, MA in Science Teaching

Are you certified to practice (nursing, medicine, etc.) in a foreign country, but not here? or are you thinking of applying to nursing school or another type of health profession but need to work on your English? This class is for high intermediate/advanced ESL students who are planning on pursuing a career in the health professions, or who need a review of the basics of medical terminology and the body systems. We will review basic medical terminology and learn the essential word parts: prefixes, suffixes, and roots, enabling you to pronounce and understand the meaning of hundreds of medical terms. We will also review the body systems, diagnostic tests and procedures and common abbreviations, and practice using a medical dictionary.

COURSE CODE: ENME

Sec. 01: 6 Saturdays, 9:30-11:30am. Begins Jul. 15 | $215

DEVELOPING STORIES FOR INTERVIEWS, WORK AND BUSINESS

Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer

Practice telling stories for work interviews and for business professional purposes. Improve your ability to market your experience, skills, and knowledge at employment interviews and in business situations. Find the right words to talk about your contributions and learn how to promote your work. Develop confidence to speak effectively about what you can do for a prospective employer, your current employer, or clients and customers. Learn to adapt your communication so that it works better for US employers. We’ll listen to each other and learn to improve together.

COURSE CODE: ENIN

Sec. 01: 5 Saturdays, 10am-12:30pm. Begins Jul. 15 | $220

THE POWER OF YOUR BUSINESS VOICE: PROMOTE YOURSELF AT WORK

Steven Bloomberg | Communications Skills Developer Develop your vocal expression and vocal strength so that you are able to be a more convincing communicator at work and in business. Unlock your power and project your real self at work when you speak with leadership, team members, cross-functional teams, and clients. Learn to use the power of your voice to promote yourself at work. Participate in speaking practice activities and exercises to move beyond the limitations of your current voice. Receive coaching and guidance to increase your vocal expression and vocal strength. We’ll also introduce and explore rhetoric as a way to create stronger and more convincing messages. For advanced ESL students.

COURSE CODE: ENPV

Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays, 6:30-9pm. Begins Aug. 8 | $220

CCAE offers a financial assistance—50% off tuition—to qualifying adults of all ages. Some restrictions apply. Scholarships must be approved prior to registration. All scholarship applications must be submitted at least one week in advance of the requested class.

You can download guidelines and an application form at ccae.org/about/scholarships. If you have any questions, please contact our Student Services Coordinator at info@ccae.org.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)

SUMMER: JUNE – SEPTEMBER

BEGINNER

NEED A SCHOLARSHIP?

CCAE offers a financial assistance, 50% off tuition, to qualifying adults of all ages. Some restrictions apply. See ccae.org/about/scholarships for details.

If you have any questions, please contact our Student Services Coordinator at info@ccae.org

INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED

15 | $275

ABET: Accent Improvement Workshop Saturday & Sunday, 9:30am-12:30pm. Jun. 24 & 25 | $105

ENME: ESL Medical Terminology for the Health Professions

6 Saturdays, 9:30-11:30am. Begins Jul. 15 | $215

ENIN: Developing Stories for Interviews, Work and Business

5 Saturdays, 10am-12:30pm. Begins Jul. 15 | $220

All classes are In-Person at CCAE except where noted.

COMMON EUROPEAN FRAMEWORK OF REFERENCE (CEFR)

LAnGUAGE LEVELS

CCAE LEVEL CEFR LEVEL LISTENING READING SPEAKING WRITING

Beginner Level 1

Beginner Level 2

A1

I have no or little previous knowledge of the language. I would like to...

Beginner Level 3

Beginner Level 4

Beginner Conversation

A2

I have achieved most of the goals of A1. I would like to...

Identify familiar words & very basic phrases concerning myself, friends, family, & surroundings when people speak slowly & clearly.

Understand phrases & the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance. Catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages & announcements.

Low Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Conversation

B1

I have achieved most of the goals of A2. I would like to...

Understand the main points of clear speech, & the main point in radio or TV programs on current events, or topics of personal or professional interest.

High Intermediate Advanced

B2

I have achieved most of the goals of B1. I would like to...

Advanced C1

I have achieved most of the goals of B2. I would like to...

Point out familiar names, words & simple sentences, such as on posters, notes or in catalogues.

Ask & answer simple questions. Interact in a simple way with repetition & slow speech. Use simple phrases & sentences to describe familiar people.

Write a short, simple postcard & fill in forms with personal details.

Understand extended speech & lectures & follow even complex lines of argument. Understand most TV news & current affairs programs.

Read very short, simple texts & find specific information in everyday material such as menus, advertisements, & short personal letters.

Communicate in routine tasks & social interactions. Use a series of phrases & sentences to describe family, educational background & present work.

Write short notes, messages & personal letters relating to immediate needs.

Understand extended speech even when it is not clearly structured & when relationships are only implied & not signaled explicitly. Follow television programs & films without too much effort.

Understand texts with high frequency, everyday, or jobrelated language. Understand the description of events, feelings & wishes in personal letters.

Read articles & reports about contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints. Understand contemporary literary prose.

Understand long & complex factual & literary texts, appreciating distinctions of style. Understand specialized articles & longer technical instructions.

Handle travel situations, enter unprepared into conversation on familiar topics, & connect phrases, give reasons & opinions, & describe plots of books or films.

Interact with fluency & spontaneity & explain a viewpoint & advantages & disadvantages of various options. Take an active part in discussions.

Write simple texts on familiar or personal topics, such as letters describing personal experiences and impressions.

Write on a wide range of subjects, essay of support or against a topic, as well as personal letters highlighting the personal significance of events.

Use language flexibly & effectively for social & professional purposes. Present clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects, integrating subthemes.

Write about complex subjects in a letter, an essay or a report, underlining what I consider to be the salient issues. Select style appropriate to the reader in mind.

World Languages

CCAE offers in-person and online classes in many languages taught by highly trained and experienced instructors. We use the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) to assess students and establish learning goals (p. 20). Please visit ccae.org/language-levels for a self-assessment, level descriptions, and our most up-to-date language offerings. Please take advantage of our Personal Assessment Day (p. 24). For any questions about a specific language or level, you can also email languages@ccae.org or call Francesca Ferraris at 617.547.6789 ext. 112. Many language classes require the purchase of a textbook. For online classes, we recommend purchasing the book before attending the first class.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE

Suzann Bedrossian, Colleen McGilpin | American Sign Language Instructors

Learn the basics of sign language as a first step to developing receptive and expressive skills. You will learn commonly used signs, the basic grammatical rules of American Sign Language, and information about the deaf. This class requires the additional purchase of a textbook.

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

COURSE CODE: ASB1

Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 6-7:30. Begins Jun. 21 | $190 | Suzann Bedrossian

Sec. 02: 6 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jul. 11 | $190 | Colleen McGilpin

ASL PRACTICE

This class is for students who have attended at least a Beginner Level 1 and would like to expand their signing abilities. We will cover common phrases, sentences, ASL grammar, and a few fun new categories where we will continue our knowledge of American Sign Language. This class is great for anybody who wants to practice basic signs and learn new signs.

COURSE CODE: ASPA

Sec. 01: 7 Tuesdays, 8-9 pm. Begins Jul. 11 | $140 | Colleen McGilpin

“I greatly appreciated how Luis Carlos made everyone feel comfortable and engaged. [..] He is an outstanding instructor and I thoroughly enjoyed the class—so much so I found myself sharing the discussions with family and friends.”

—MARY M., DISCUSIONES SOCIALES Y COMPRENSION CON RADIO AMBULANTE

BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE

Maria Fernanda Salles | Native Speaker

Portuguese, the native language of Brazil, is spoken by approximately 180 million people around the world, including one million in Massachusetts! This series of engaging classes emphasize spoken production and interaction.

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

COURSE CODE: BPB1

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jul. 10 | $255

BEGINNER LEVEL 2

COURSE CODE: BPB2

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jul. 10 | $255

SAMBA & PORTUGUESE

Maria Fernanda Salles | Native Speaker

Samba is a broad term for many of the rhythms that compose the better known Brazilian music genres that originated in the Afro-Brazilian communities of Bahia in the late 19th century and early 20th century, having continued its development in the communities of Rio de Janeiro in the early 20th century. Having its roots in the Afro-Brazilian Candomble, as well as other Afro-Brazilian and Indigenous folk traditions, such as the traditional Samba de Caboclo, it is considered one of the most important cultural phenomena in Brazil and one of the country’s symbols. Present in the Portuguese Language at least since the 19th century, the word “samba” was originally used to designate a “popular dance”. This class is for students who would like to immerse in the language and have fun by experiencing rhythms, dancing steps and conversation. no experience in dancing required. The class will be taught in Portuguese and students are required to have at least a high beginner level (CEFR A2 and above).

COURSE CODE: BPSA

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 7:30-9pm. Begins Jul. 18 | $125

PORTUGUESE FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS

Maria Fernanda Salles | Native Speaker

Portuguese and Spanish are both Romance languages, closely related in vocabulary and grammar. For speakers of Spanish, it can be a challenge to study Portuguese because of this close linguistic relationship. This class is for advanced and native speakers of Spanish who would like a quick, solid introduction to Brazilian Portuguese.

COURSE CODE: BPSP

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jul. 12

FRENCH

Neha Coureil | French Instructor

Cécile Galatoire | Native Speaker

French is the official language of 29 countries. It has a long history as an international language of literature and scientific standards and is a primary or second language of many international organizations. French has been called one of the three most useful languages for business by Bloomberg Businessweek Join their ranks in this series of engaging classes, emphasizing spoken production and interaction.

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

COURSE CODE: FRB1

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:45-9:15pm.

Begins June 20 | $280 | Cécile Galatoire No class Jul. 4

BEGINNER LEVEL 2

COURSE CODE: FRB2

Sec. 01: 5 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins June 20 | $280 | Cécile Galatoire No class Jul. 4

LOW INTERMEDIATE

COURSE CODE: FRLI

Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 5-6:30pm. Begins Jul. 5 | $125 | Neha Coureil

GERMAN

Claire Sehringer | German Instructor

The German language boasts about 120 million native speakers. It is the most widely spoken native language in the European Union. The German-speaking countries are ranked fifth in terms of annual publication of new books, with one-tenth of all books (including e-books) in the world being published in German language.

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

COURSE CODE: GRB1

Sec. 01: 4 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jul. 11 | $255

MODERN GREEK

INTRODUCTION FOR TRAVELERS

Alice Tamaccio | Native Speaker

This Modern Greek course is designed for beginner-level students and assumes no prior knowledge of the language. It would be especially useful for people interested in traveling to Greece. The most common phrases for activities of daily life will be a focus of this course, as well as useful grammar, verb declensions, and idioms that match topics inclusive of shopping, eating in a restaurant, asking directions, and familiar items students may be interested in learning. Adequate repetition is afforded with written, verbal, and group exercises. Students will be asked to make flashcards. Handouts will be provided and students will be directed to useful online resources.

COURSE CODE: MGIN

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 6-8pm. Begins Jul. 17 | $255

MODERN HEBREW

Dalia Mendel | Native Speaker

The official language of the state of Israel, Hebrew is a Semitic language which belongs to the Afro-Asian language family. Hebrew is the only Canaanite language still spoken, and the only truly successful example of a revived dead language.

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ITALIAN APERITIVO LETTERARIO ESTIVO:

ITALIAN SUMMER READING

Maria Grazia Lolla | Native Speaker, Ph.D., University of Cambridge

Join us for a discussion of Veronica Raimo’s, Niente di vero (2021) winner of the prestigious Strega giovani Prize for 2022. Compared to Phoebe Bridges’ Fleabag and to natalia Ginzburg’s Lessico famigliare, Raimo’s short autofiction effectively deploys humor to frame the coming of age of the narrator in the shadow of a dysfunctional family. Recommended for intermediate and advanced level (B1 and above). Required reading: Niente di vero by Veronica Raimo (2021).

COURSE CODE: APES

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-8pm. Aug. 2 | $50

CHINESE

Jin Cooper | Native Speaker and Author, Notes from Harvard Mandarin Chinese has more native speakers than any other language. As Mandarin’s popularity increases among language learners, give yourself an advantage with an experienced and enthusiastic instructor.

A REVIEW OF YONG HO'S BEGINNER'S CHINESE TEXTBOOK

This short course is designed for students to review and integrate the content of all the 10 lessons in this beginner's textbook, to introduce themselves and their family, and to talk about shopping, dining and travel, all in Chinese. Students are encouraged to review all the vocabulary and sentence structures in the book, and compose passages about themselves on these topics during the summer before the course starts. The writing exercise at the end of each lesson in this book should all be completed by September. This is also a time to transit into writing Chinese characters and to become less reliant on Pinyin. Prerequisite for this review class is: Students must have completed at least our Beginner Levels 1-3 or equivalent.

COURSE CODE: CMRE

Sec. 01: 2 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7-8:30pm. Begins Sep. 5 | $130

JAPANESE

Tomoko Takagi | Native Speaker

Japanese is spoken by more than 125 million people around the world—primarily by the inhabitants of Japan, but also by populations of Japanese origin in Hawaii, as well as in north and South America. nearly 4 million people around the world study Japanese. Japanese is an agglutinative language whose origins are not clearly established. The writing system consists of two syllabaries—Hiragana and Katakana—and the Chinese Kanji characters.

INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE: CONVERSATIONAL JAPANESE FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS IN THE TRAVEL SETTING

There is a general idea that learning the Japanese language is quite challenging for non-native speakers. Actually, if you focus on your needs, especially if you work on speaking and listening first, you should be able to learn how to communicate in Japanese relatively painlessly. This short introductory course is for absolute beginners. We are focusing on very basic spoken and conversational Japanese especially for traveling to Japan, and you will be ready for Japanese Beginner Level 1 class. Let's get started!

COURSE CODE: JPIN

Sec. 01: 4 Mondays, 5:20-6:50pm. Begins Jul. 10 | $125

REFRESHER BEGINNER LEVEL 1

This class is designed to thoroughly review beginner level Japanese 1 or equivalent content including grammar, vocabulary, hiragana et al. It is for students who have completed Beginner Level 1 class or equivalent, who have learned hiragana and have some knowledge of basic structure of Japanese sentences, numbers, expressions et al. Students will have many opportunities to practice conversations so that they can communicate in Japanese in practical settings using those grammars and vocabulary they have learned.

COURSE CODE: JPRB

Sec. 01: 4 Mondays, 7-8:30pm. Begins Jul. 10 | $125

KOREAN

Jungah Lee | Native Speaker

Korean belongs to the Ural-Altaic family of languages and is spoken by approximately 100 million people in South Korea, North Korea, China, Japan, and the US. Due to Korea’s increasing economic and political importance in north-East Asia, Korean is growing increasingly popular around the world as a foreign language. The “Korean Wave” has become an influential global phenomenon since the start of the 21st century, heavily impacting the contemporary cultures, music, film, and television industries, and behavioral aspects of various people throughout the world.

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

COURSE CODE: KOB1

Sec. 01: 4 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7-9pm. Begins Aug. 8 | $330

RUSSIAN

Katya Maher | Native Speaker

Russian is the largest native language in Europe, with 144 million native speakers in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, and is also widely spoken in Central Asia. Russian is the eighth most spoken language in the world by number of native speakers and the seventh by total numbers of speakers. our experienced instructor, Katya Maher, will make you familiar with how to read and write the Cyrillic alphabet and everything else you need to communicate in this language.

BEGINNER LEVEL 1+

Beginner Level 1+ is for students who have attended our Beginner Level 1 class or equivalent (13 hours of classroom instruction). Students at this level are familiar with the Cyrillic alphabet and should have a basic knowledge of the verb conjugation in present tense and the prepositional case of the nouns. Students will continue to practice identifying common words concerning themselves and their families, read basic vocabulary, ask and answer simple questions in areas of immediate need, and use simple phrases and sentences to describe familiar people and places.

COURSE CODE: RB1+

Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $160

No class Jul. 4

BEGINNER LEVEL 2

COURSE CODE: RUB2

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $190

INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION AND GRAMMAR

COURSE CODE: RUIC

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $190

Free Personal Online Assessment Day

need help with finding the right class for you? Register for our free online assessment day on Zoom for Spanish, French, Italian and German.

Tuesday, June 6, 6-7:30pm

For an online self-assessment, visit ccae.org/language-levels. Contact Francesca Ferraris at languages@ccae.org or 617-547-6789 ext. 112 for more details.

SPANISH

Luis Carlos Lopez, Karolina Rico, Laia Roset Roig, Martha de la Vega, Luz Elena Zuluaga | Native Speakers

Spoken in Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia, Spanish has the second largest number of native speakers in the world. It is also the second most studied language in the world, and the third most used language on the internet. Make Spanish your second language with our first-rate instructors.

BEGINNER LEVEL 1

COURSE CODE: SPB1

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $255 |

Laia Roset Roig

Sec. 02: 6 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 26 | $255 |

Luz Elena Zuluaga

No class Jul. 3

Sec. 03: 4 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jul. 18 | $330 | Karolina Rico

BEGINNER LEVEL 3

COURSE CODE: SPB3

Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $255 | Laia Roset Roig

BEGINNER CONVERSATION

Luz Elena Zuluaga | Native Speaker

This class is for students that have completed our four beginner levels or the equivalent of it and are comfortable with using the present tense and have some knowledge of preterite and future. Reinforce your basic knowledge of the structure of Spanish, develop fluency with the past tenses, acquire new vocabulary, learn about culture, and practice with lively activities and conversations.

COURSE CODE: SPBC

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $170

No class Jul. 4

SPANISH INTERMEDIATE GRAMMAR: TODOS SOBRE EL SUBJUNTIVO

Luz Elena Zuluaga | Native Speaker

Esta clase está diseñada para estudiantes de nivel intermedio y superior que estén listos para mejorar sus conocimientos sobre el subjuntivo, usos y otros temas relacionados, proporcionándoles las herramientas necesarias para expresar ideas y opiniones adecuadamente en cualquier conversación. This class is recommended for students with an intermediate level (CEFR B1 and above).

COURSE CODE: SPSJ

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 3-5pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $170 No class Jul. 4

EVENING WALKS AROUND THE RIVER

Laia Roset Roig | Native Speaker

Would you like to go for a walk and practice Spanish in a comfortable and friendly environment? If the answer is… ¡CLARo QUE SÍ!, then this course is for you! We will walk one hour each week around the river speaking about topics that the participants are interested in. For intermediate students (CEFR B1 and above).

COURSE CODE: SPWE

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 6:30-8pm. Begins Jul. 11 | $125

Meeting point: Courtyard of 42 Brattle Street. Please note that class will be conducted inside the building in case of inclement weather.

ADVANCED SPANISH CONVERSATIONS IN THE COURTYARD

Martha de la Vega | Native Speaker

Keep your Spanish fresh with engaging conversations conducted in our courtyard at 56 Brattle Street. Topics will include news from the Spanish speaking world and issues that will prompt fun and entertaining conversations. This class is recommended for advanced students (CEFR B2 and above).

COURSE CODE: SPCP

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jul. 6 | $125

Class will meet in the Courtyard of 56 Brattle Street. Please note that class will be conducted inside the building in case of inclement weather.

DISCUSIONES SOCIALES Y COMPRENSIÓN CON RADIO AMBULANTE: SPANISH LISTENING AND CONVERSATION

Luis Lopez | Native Speaker

This class enables participants to engage in discussion with sociological themes like human rights, gender identity, immigration, just to name a few. The course is structured around nPR’s Radio Ambulante, a Spanish-language podcast that combines narrative and investigative journalism. Students will rely and build on their listening skills to sustain discussion on concrete and abstract topics. Don’t fear taking this class, though! The instructor will provide scaffolding designed to learn new vocabulary and acquire an intermediate to advanced degree of fluency and spontaneity for fluid interactions by scrutinizing language structures in excerpts of the episodes’ scripts. This class is recommended for students with an intermediate level (CEFR B1 and above). note that this class may include podcast episodes presented in previous sessions—episode titles for the summer session: 240 aves; Hermanas; Yo nena; Su vida y la mía; Yas y Lalay.

COURSE CODE: SPRA

Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Aug. 1 | $160

Discounted Parking for CCAE Students

Charles Square Garage

We offer discounted parking with validation at the Charles Hotel Garage and the University Place Garage.

3:30 pm - 1 am, Monday through Friday: Purchase a $6 ticket at the CCAE Registration Desk. University Place Garage

View Regular Rates at University Place Garage

Enter garage before 4 pm, Mon thru Fri:

<1hr = $5

1-5 hrs = $14

Enter garage after 4 pm Mon thru Fri and all weekend: <1hr = $5

>1hr = $10

Ask for a yellow validation ticket at the CCAE Registration Desk. Free parking in Harvard Square on Sundays!

Humanities

LITERATURE

A KATE CHOPIN SAMPLER

Susan Glassman | Ph.D., English, University of Rhode Island

Kate Chopin, an author of short stories and novels based in Louisiana, has been considered a forerunner of American 20th century feminist writers. not many mid to late 19th century authors were bold enough to address subjects that Chopin dealt with. She is best known for her stories about the inner lives of sensitive, daring women. Chopin was a writer whose keen observation skills led to an impressive ability to translate life into perceptive stories. Join us in analyzing themes, characters, settings, symbolism, and style, as well as looking at contemporary interpretations of Kate Chopin’s stories and her novel, The Awakening, which was considered immoral at the time of publication.

COURSE CODE: AKCS

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 10:30am-11:45am. Begins Jun. 20 | $260 Sec. 02: 8 Tuesdays, 2-3:15pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $260 No class Jul. 4

THE ART AND LITERATURE OF MODERNISM IN EUROPE AND RUSSIA

Anna Friedrich | Dr. Anna Friedrich, Ph.D., Literature, Harvard University

Art used to come from models and plasters in a studio; now, it is inspired by an old ashtray and the excretions of a mollusk. Death was a sacred mystery; now, every twitch is observed and recorded unflinchingly. The enigma of romantic love is examined under a microscope and, if not solved, described in minute scientific detail. Literature and art of modernism pulled the veil off the most venerated concepts and institutions and peered into their bowels, looking for mechanisms that make them tick, offering new answers to the old questions, what is love? What does dying feel like? What is human life? In this interdisciplinary seminar, we will read stories by Bunin and Chekhov; watch Anna Pavlova be a dying swan; listen to Rakhmaninov’s Isle of the Dead while examining the eponymous painting; discuss Swan Lake and recite Annensky’s poem.

COURSE CODE: MODE

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $210

“It was a wonderful experience to work with such a group of accomplished writers. The instructor kept us all motivated to write and present our own material; and the students made valuable comments after the presentations.”

—SONIA V., LINKED SHORT STORIES

GROWING UP PUNK: JAMIE HERNANDEZ´ LOCAS

Allan Converse | Ph.D. in Comparative History, Brandeis University

For the past 40 years, Gilbert and Jaime Hernandez’ Love and Rockets has been one of the most successful and widely praised independent comic books. In this course, we will examine Jaime’s Locas series, which focuses on a group of young women—Hispanic, Anglo, Asian, lesbian, and straight—growing up on the punk scene in California. Themes will include racial, sexual, and ethnic identity, punk music and artistic creativity, love and connection, and growing older in a confusing world. We will also look at Jaime as a writer and storyteller, particularly his roots in midcentury culture, traditional comics, and movies.

COURSE CODE: PUNK

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Jun. 26 | $210

No class Jul. 3

THE ART OF FICTION: SHORT STORIES

Von Beckford | English Literature Professor, UMass Boston

Why do we call some writing “fiction”? It can be based on “real” life or have nothing to do at all with reality— either the reader’s or the writer’s reality. Reading works by a variety of authors, including Charlotte Perkins-Gilman, John Updike, Gabriel Garcia-Marquez, Manuel Muñoz, and Haruki Murakami, you will learn to discuss various sub-genres of fiction, articulate your opinions based upon your understandings of the texts, and on a personal level, convey why a text does or does not work for you. Fiction—like ogres and onions—has layers. In this fun, discussion-oriented summer course, we will familiarize ourselves with literary devices/ terminology, such as theme, symbolism, and imagery, to understand how our awareness of those layers contributes to our appreciation of short stories.

COURSE CODE: VONB

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 10am-11am. Begins Jun. 21 | $115

WRITING NONFICTION WRITING FROM YOUR OWN EXPERIENCE

Mopsy Strange Kennedy | Book Reviewer, The Improper Bostonian

We concentrate on two related genres using the first person. nonfiction articles such as the “Lives” and “Modern Love” columns in The New York Times and “Connections” in the Boston Globe Sunday Magazine make use of the writer’s own self, though the topic may be an external one. Books such as Intoxicated By My Illness by Anatole Broyard use fiction techniques to tell a story that is nevertheless the writer’s own. We’ll emphasize scenes, dialogue, and the use of pungent and telling detail.

COURSE CODE: WREP

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 10am-11:30am. Begins Jun. 21 | $285

INVITATION TO MEMOIR

Beverly Simon | Writer

Looking for a way to make a fresh start or take your memoir writing to a new level? This class will focus on writing practice as we delve into memory and recurring themes. Writing from stillness, we’ll seek the depth of our expression. We’ll read our work aloud and respond with kind attention. Energize your writing, talk about style aspects, and engage in supportive feedback. Come for the sake of writing and the inspiration to be found in the company of other writers.

COURSE CODE: HOLY

Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 9am-11am. Begins Jun. 21 | $210

JOURNALING IN THE MOMENT

Olga Katsovskiy | Creative Writer

Journaling is a creative outlet that can help us appreciate the little things in daily life and help us stay present and in the moment. This class will help you get started or improve your daily journaling practice and offer a safe space to share your experiences. Starting with journaling prompts, you will sharpen your observation skills by practicing descriptive writing, become more attuned to your inner motivations, and learn to distill your intentions. The skills learned in this class will provide a foundation for personal essays and memoir writing. People have many stories, and this class will help you find those that need to be told. If you are a returning student, there will be new activities. All are welcome!

COURSE CODE: JITM

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $170

WRITING IN CURVES

Olga Katsovskiy | Creative Writer

In this six-week writing-intensive course, we will take what Burghild nina Holzer calls a “journey into the unknown,” using our journals as a guide. We will write compelling stories, drawing inspiration from life’s ups and downs and the vast landscape of in-betweens. As our lives rarely follow straight lines, we’ll surprise ourselves by following the intricately curved pathways of our thoughts. We will explore topics fundamental to strong writing, such as narrative voice, emotional arcs, shapes of stories, and tone. We will examine short fiction, essays, and nonfiction works to learn how to read as writers and apply writing theory. The aim is for each participant to create a short (under 2,000 words) semi-autobiographical piece that will be workshopped. All reading material will be provided. Writers of all levels are welcome.

COURSE CODE: CURV

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 26 | $170 No class Jul. 3

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WRITING, PRESENTING, AND PUBLISHING CREATIVE NON-FICTION

Michael Koran | Author of Verse to Better, M.A. University of Chicago

We will explore ways an honest exploration of vivid scenes and themes may transform the writer and reader. We will experiment with ways to present our work including how our movements and voice can move our audience. We will discover ways to share our creative writing with live audiences or on social media. Excerpts from Truman Capote, Anne Lamont, and other non-fiction writers and short works from the online Hippocampus Magazine will inspire us.

COURSE CODE: VIVI

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 7-9pm. Begins Jun. 26 | $210

No class Jul. 3

INTRODUCTION TO WRITING CHILDREN’S BOOKS

Lee Gjertsen Malone | Journalist, Editor, and Author

Have you always wanted to write a children’s book? Join Lee Gjertsen Malone, author of middle-grade novels, The Last Boy At St. Edith’s and Camp Shady Crook (both published by Simon & Schuster), to learn the ins and outs of writing books for kids of all ages, including a look at the different types of children’s books; how to develop the right voice for a kid’s story; and various strategies for tackling plot. The class will include both reading and writing exercises and an opportunity to get valuable feedback on your work.

COURSE CODE: TYKE

Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Sep. 7 & 14 | $100

FICTION

SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY WRITING WORKSHOP

Michael McComas | Clarion graduate and founder of The Mechanics Writ

Explore the process of developing character-driven stories set in the fantastic other worlds of your imagination. We will look at the interplay of character, setting, plot, and science in creating fiction that conveys ideas through storytelling. At the beginning of the class, we will read and discuss published genre fiction, while the second half will be devoted to workshopping student fiction.

COURSE CODE: SFFW

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $230

No class Jul. 4

WEEKEND WRITING INTENSIVE: THE WRITER’S ESSENTIAL TOOLKIT

Pete Prokesch | Fiction Writer

Are you ready to turn that great idea into a story? or do you have a first draft ready to revise? You may love to write but struggle to find the time. Then the Short Story Weekend Workshop is the class for you. In two three-hour sessions, we will analyze short stories for character, point-of-view, setting, voice, scene, and plot, help build your writing practice, learn revision techniques, and workshop student stories. You will leave the class with a workshopped piece ready for revision, craft resources, practical tips to build a practice tailored to your life, and exercises ripe for your next story.

COURSE CODE: WWWW

Sec. 01: Friday, 6-9pm. Jun. 30 & Saturday, 12-3pm, Jul. 1 | $150

FICTION WRITING WORKSHOP

Thomas Meek | Writer

For the student actively writing, this workshop format is designed to provide a supportive environment and critical feedback to help deepen and develop one’s work. The goal is for each student to conclude the class with at least one finished piece of short fiction (or chapter). We’ll examine character, plot, structure, language, and more while learning to incorporate constructive criticism from peers. Please note: Students should have a project in progress to take this class.

COURSE CODE: FICT

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5:45-7:45pm. Begins Jun. 26 | $230

No class Jul. 3

WRITING THE STRANGE

Valerie Lute | Writer

Take a break from reality. This class will explore strange, bizarre, and outlandish fiction, from the classics of Poe and Kafka to contemporary magical realists like Haruki Murakami. Each week we’ll share our writing out loud, receive feedback from the class, and complete writing exercises to unleash the nightmares of our unconscious mind.

COURSE CODE: OFFB

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $230

ESSAY

WRITING THE PERSONAL ESSAY

Sarah Duffett | Writer

In this class, you’ll learn how to take true stories from your life and turn them into creative personal essays. In-class writing exercises and group feedback will help you strengthen your writing skills, while class conversations will expose you to new ways of writing and reading. Readings (all provided!) will include writers like James Baldwin, Alexander Chee, and Esmé Weijun Wang. no matter your experience level, by the end of this course, you’ll be well on your way to telling your story!

COURSE CODE: ESAY

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 3-4:30pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $230

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BRINGING IT HOME: A CHAPBOOK WORKSHOP

Ralph Pennel | M.F.A. Creative Writing

You’ve written the poems; now it’s time to take the next step. If you have ever dreamt of creating your own poetry chapbook or you already have one in the works, but you need help seeing the project through to the end, this is the workshop for you. This workshop will help you revise, edit and produce a chapbook of your poetry over eight weeks. We will discuss emergent themes, organization, form, formatting, and everything in between to help you reach your goal and set you on the path toward publication.

COURSE CODE: CHAP

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $230

No class Jul. 4

STICKING THE LANDING: INTERMEDIATE POETRY WORKSHOP

Ralph Pennel | M.F.A. Creative Writing

Where we enter poetry is rarely where we end up staying, so it’s time to take it to the next level! In this course, we will spend the term creating and revising new work as we develop our most authentic voices. We will hone our craft by reading and studying a variety of poets, exposing ourselves to a wide range of styles and aesthetics to cultivate our emerging poetic identities best. This class focuses heavily on revision and how to revisit the initial creative impulse where our poems began.

COURSE CODE: STIK

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 7:30-8:30pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $230

LEARNING FROM RAMÓN LÓPEZ VELARDE (IN TRANSLATION): A POETRY WRITING WORKSHOP

Tom Daley | Educator

Early 20th century Mexican poet Ramón López Velarde infused surreal imagery with nostalgia in his poetry. Though participants can bring poems on any subject, the optional exercises, based on López Velarde’s poetry, including writing about a person in the neighborhood who knows (or knew) the local news, writing a love poem with arresting metaphors and a reference to a scientific experiment that led to a discovery; and writing a poem about the unsettling experience of an attractive cousin.

COURSE CODE: LOPZ

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 27 | $290

No class Jul. 4

SUNLIGHT ON THE POND: SUMMER HAIKU

Jeanne Martin | Ed. D., Teacher Poet and Retreat Leader

Haiku is a short nature poem of the present moment, of direct, immediate experience. We will learn about haiku: its history, form, and structure, and read many haiku, both famous and not so famous. We will write haiku using easy prompts in this fun and supportive workshop atmosphere. The focus here is summer nature images of sunlight, moonlight, beaches, birds, seashells, ponds, forest walks, and other themes offered by participants. Students will receive the instructor’s most recent book, Speed of Light, published in April 2021, and a small writing notebook.

COURSE CODE: SUNL

Sec. 01: Sunday, 1-4pm. Jul. 16 | $75

STAGE & SCREEN

INTRODUCTION

TO

SCREENWRITING FOR MOVIES, TV, THEATER, AND MULTIMEDIA

Andrew Osborne | Screenwriter, baitshop.org

Whether you want to create movies, TV shows, plays, video games, comic books, or web videos, come learn the basics of scriptwriting in a supportive environment. At the same time, you work towards the first, second, or even final draft of a solid “spec” script. We’ll explore the three-act structure, industry-standard format, character, dialogue, and tips for surviving in the entertainment business and building your own audience.

COURSE CODE: REEN

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $265 No class Jul. 4

PLAYWRIGHTS’ WORKSHOP

Peter Littlefield | Stage Director, Writer, and Dramaturg

You get an idea for a play. now, how do you build it into a narrative? Moments grow into scenes. The movement of scenes becomes a language in itself. The story is secondary to something more elusive: a dramatic world recognizable from our lives. We are here to support you, whether you’re just beginning or writing a full-length play. We will read work, discuss problems, and use exercises to trigger observation and imagination.

COURSE CODE: PLWR Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $265

ART HISTORY

PAUL CÉZANNE: HIS LIFE AND WORK

Susan Glassman | Ph.D., English, University of Rhode Island

one of the most influential artists in the history of modern painting, Paul Cézanne, created more than 900 oil paintings and 400 watercolors. As a Post-Impressionist painter, he introduced new approaches of representation and influenced modern artistic movements of the early 20th century. Cézanne is said to have formed the bridge between late 19th century Impressionism and the early 20th century’s new way of painting. His painting provoked ridicule in contemporary art criticism, but Picasso offered the most succinct assessment of Cézanne’s role for subsequent generations of artists, declaring that he was “the father of us all.” Join us to study the interaction of his life and work as we examine his complicated relationships and representative examples of his portraits, still lifes, and landscapes.

COURSE CODE: CEZA

Sec. 01: 7 Fridays, 2-3pm. Begins Jun. 23 | $240

HOW TO BE SMART ABOUT ART: AN ART COLLECTING PRIMER

Gina Fraone | Gallery Director

This class is all about demystifying the process of buying Contemporary Art. You will get a mini crash course on the key art dealers of the Modern, Post War and Pop Art eras and how they helped shape today’s Contemporary Art Market. We will spend time helping you define your collecting goals while learning about the various types of art galleries and other places to buy art such as online markets and auction houses. You will gain tips on how to safely shop in both primary and secondary markets, what questions to ask, and how to develop an eye for quality. We will also discuss the pricing of art and when (and when not) to think of an art purchase as an investment.

COURSE CODE: SMAR

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 20. | $105 No class Jul. 4

HISTORY & CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

WHO’S AFRAID OF THE 1619 PROJECT? DARK MONEY, POLITICS, AND MASS MEDIA

Joshua Frank | President, Equity Intersection

The 1619 Project is an initiative by the New York Times Magazine to center slavery as an integral phenomenon in the shaping of US history. The project seeks to make the Black American experience a critical component to the construction of national narratives, especially in the education sector. Yet why are legislatures in 40 states considering banning the use of The 1619 Project? What are they afraid of? Who is behind this effort? How do these efforts intersect with mass media coverage of education and politics? What is the historical context for these efforts? What are the implications for the future health of our democracy? Required books: The 1619 Project edited by nikole Hannah-Jones, Caitlin Roper, Ilena Silverman, and Jake Silverstein (ISBn: 978-0-593-23057-2) and Dark Money by Jane Mayer, 2016.

COURSE CODE: MPMM

Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Jul. 11 | $175

WHITE PEOPLE CHALLENGING RACISM: MOVING FROM TALK TO ACTION — PART 1

Karen Blumenfeld, Michelle Chalmers | Co-Facilitators

While this five-session workshop welcomes participants of all identities, its focus is on racism as a system that White people created, maintain and condone—and White people have a responsibility to dismantle. The workshop will take participants beyond the headlines to impart an antiracist worldview that will infuse every aspect of participants’ lives when hearts are open to it. In this group setting you will: Examine the role of White people in dismantling racism, in becoming antiracist, and in building an equitable society. Explore the impact of White privilege and how being unaware of that advantage helps perpetuate racism. Write about your own racial awareness journey. Enhance your understanding and capacity for action through discussion of short readings, videos, and other materials. Share everyday racism-related situations where you may not have effectively responded and, using role plays, work out effective ways to challenge racism. Develop a specific plan for challenging racism in the workplace, an organization, or in the community, while being encouraged to find other people in your life who can provide support and serve as an accountability partners in implementing your plan. Please note: Attendance at all sessions and completion of all assignments are required. Each participant will receive a phone call from one of the facilitators prior to the start of this program to review the commitment and class requirements.

COURSE CODE: WPCR

Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jul. 12 | $165

ENGLAND, THE WORLD CUP, AND NATIONAL DECLINE, 1962-1977

Allan Converse | Ph.D. in Comparative History, Brandeis University

In 1966, England was in the midst of a cultural explosion of rock and roll, Mod fashion, and innovative film and theater. When England’s national team won the football World Cup in that same year it seemed to cap the nation’s self-confidence. over the course of the following decade, however, the national team failed to retain the cup and lost its preeminence to more daring and innovative teams from other nations. This course traces the decline of English football against the cultural and political background of Britain’s parallel economic and political decline from the Mod years of the 60s to the eve of Thatcherism in the 70s.

COURSE CODE: EWCU

Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Jul. 12 | $210

ULYSSES S. GRANT THE SOLDIER

Allan Converse | Ph.D. in Comparative History, Brandeis University

Grant is now generally acclaimed as the finest general of the American Civil War and the one man most responsible for the Union victory, yet Grant’s military ability was belittled by historians for years after the war. This course examines Grant’s military career and the rise and fall of his reputation and shows how his experiences in the Mexican War and his struggles against poverty and alcoholism gave him the courage, character, and determination to succeed as a commander.

COURSE CODE: GSOL

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Jul. 27 | $210

WHERE DID YOUR RIGHTS GO? THE SUPREME COURT, POLITICS AND THE CONSTITUTION

Joshua Frank | President, Equity Intersection

You probably remember where you were on June 24, 2022, the day Roe v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court. The Court has remained in the news since and will likely be announcing decisions this June that will impact our rights as citizens. How did we get to a place where we are in danger of losing basic rights to an unelected branch of government? We will analyze the evolution of the Court through historical, political, and equity lenses, using White Rage by Carol Anderson, Dark Money by Jane Mayer and The Scheme by Sheldon Whitehouse to guide us. Required books: White Rage by Carol Anderson, Dark Money by Jane Mayer and The Scheme by Sheldon Whitehouse.

COURSE CODE: SCPC

Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Begins Aug. 9 | $140

SCIENCE & NATURE

ARNOLD ARBORETUM TOUR

Arnold Arboretum Docent

Join us for a leisurely and informative walk at the beautiful Arnold Arboretum. You’ll learn about the history of the Arboretum and how to identify the rare and precious plants the Arboretum has worked hard to cultivate along the way. This tour is for horticulture enthusiasts or those merely seeking a peaceful and informative stroll through one of Boston’s greatest natural landscapes.

COURSE CODE: ARBR

Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-11:30am. Aug. 12 | $35

THE WARMING PAPERS: THE SCIENCE BEHIND OUR MODERN UNDERSTANDING OF CLIMATE CHANGE

Jonathan Held | MA, Yale School of Environment

This seminar will explore major scientific breakthroughs from the 19th century onward that form the basis for scientists’ modern understanding of climate change. Each week, we will learn about key concepts in climate science while reading and discussing classic papers in the field, by the likes of Fourier, Arrhenius, and James Hansen. The course is intended for anyone interested in climate change or the history of science.

COURSE CODE: WARM

Sec. 01: 4 Sundays, 1-2:15pm. Begins Aug. 6 | $100

Visual Arts & Crafts

DRAWING

BEGINNER DRAWING

Geoffrey Halverson, Jeremy Durling & Michelle Stevens | Artists

A carefully planned series of exercises will introduce the beginner to the following elements of observational drawing: perspective, composition, light values, and contour. Students will begin by learning how to accurately measure and observe objects and the world around them. Classes will include instructor demonstrations and exercises in contour drawing, tonal drawing, and gesture drawing with plenty of time to practice in class and receive feedback from the instructor.

COURSE CODE: DRBA

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $285

Geoffrey Halverson

No class July 4

Sec. 02: 8 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $285

Michelle Stevens

Sec. 03: 8 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $285

Jeremy Durling

ANIMAL ILLUSTRATION

Michelle Stevens | Artist, www.michellestevensart.com

In this class we will learn to render all different types of fauna by exploring the various details, textures, and patterns of the animal kingdom. Reference material will be used in the classroom including anatomical drawings, nature photography, field guides and the instructor's own artwork. We will explore different colors and textures of scales, feathers, antlers, horns and fur and will focus on both realistic and expressive rendering of animals using examples from fine art to tribal renderings. All levels are welcome.

COURSE CODE: ILLA

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $285

“I reconnected with painting and nature and I totally enjoyed my experience at CCAE.”

—ANUPRIYA M., BOTANICAL WATERCOLORS: PAINTING THE FLOWER

DRAWING WITH COLOR

Ellen Stutman | Artist, ellenstutman.com

We usually think of drawing with lines. In this class, we’ll focus on color shapes to help us understand and draw what we see. We will learn about color mixing, using warm and cool colors to create volume, separating objects, and creating space by showing differences in value and issues of composition. We’ll concentrate on the strength that color gives to our drawing, using your choice of pastels, oil pastels, or colored pencils. Some drawing experience is useful but not necessary.

COURSE CODE: COLO

Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $215

ANATOMY FOR ARTISTS: ADVANCED

Mark Lefkowitz | Certified Medical Illustrator

Drawing, sculpting or painting the human form can be an exercise in frustration when what exists under the skin remains a mystery. In this condensed version of my full body Anatomy for Artists course, we will study the muscles, bones and soft tissue of the human form, using a skeleton, anatomy references and my own reference drawings. We will apply that knowledge to drawing from live figure models—one long pose for each class. My approach to drawing the figure incorporates demos and exercises to create a more dynamic and dimensional figure, including the study of proportion and key anatomic landmarks. This course is geared toward those who have taken one or more of my courses, or have experience drawing the figure.

COURSE CODE: ANAA

Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jun. 28 | $210

FIGURE DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN

Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard

A figure drawing is more than a collection of body parts. Capture the essence of your subject accurately with systematic practice of objective perceptual drawing skills. We will work with pencil and charcoal to organize the visual information that illuminates your subject’s unique configuration. Classes focuses on gaining a familiarity with the materials, issues of composition, and the attainment of the right ambiance to render effective works. There will be a live model in the class.

COURSE CODE: FDRB

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $335

PORTRAIT DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN

Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard

A portrait is more than a face. Based in part from the book, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, by Betty Edwards, the curriculum systematically introduces vital perceptual drawing skills to help organize visual information and capture the essence of your subjects. Classes will focus on gaining a familiarity with useful drawing strategies, materials, issues of composition, and the attainment of the right ambiance to render effective works. Please bring medium/soft pure graphite pencil and vine charcoal and 18” x 24” white drawing pad to first class. There will be a live model in the class.

COURSE CODE: PDRB

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $335

DRAWING AND PAINTING CAT AND DOG PORTRAITS

Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard Portrait drawing and painting enhances and supports deep seeing into another living being. This process bridges our differences and can create enhanced intimacy with non-human species. In this class, we will focus on painting and drawing portraits of special cats and dogs in our lives, so we can celebrate their faces and names to help tell their stories whether they are still with us or passed on. We will also create a Facebook group and have an online exhibit of our works.

COURSE CODE: PETP

Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $240 No class Jul. 4

DRAWING & PAINTING SELF-PORTRAITS

Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard Draw and paint your most available model—yourself— in a different medium each week. Classes focus on gaining a familiarity with the materials, issues of composition, and the attainment of the right ambiance to render effective works, while understanding the structure of the face and its nuance.

COURSE CODE: SPDP

Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $240 No class Jul. 4

DRAWING THE LANDSCAPE IN COLOR: INTENSIVE

Gillian Frazier | Artist, gillianfrazier.com

This intensive one-week class will review the concepts of shape, line, atmospheric perspective, and color through weekly assignments from photographs and plein air drawing. There will be class critiques and instructor demonstrations in the classroom and out of doors. Students will explore drawing mediums such as graphite and colored pencils, oil pastels, Pastels and Caran’dache crayons. Students will meet outside at The Mount Auburn Cemetery as well as at the Cambridge Center.

COURSE CODE: DLCI

Sec. 01: Monday through Friday, 1-4pm. Begins Jun. 26 | $240

CAMBRIDGE CENTER FOR ADULT EDUCATION

STUDIO SC H OOL

EST. 1994

CCAE Studio School offers a group of coordinated classes that focuses on perceptual drawing and oil painting. We are interested in helping students develop skills that enable them to record and interpret, analyze and express. We are geared towards painting and drawing from life, stressing the importance of spatial relationships and careful observation. For more information, visit ccae.org/studio-school.

STUDIO SCHOOL DRAWING

Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com

This drawing class will use the figure as a basis for understanding basic drawing elements such as line, form in space, spatial relationships, light and dark, gesture, and composition. Beginners will be welcomed and continuing students will also be challenged. Some classes might also include interior drawing, still life, and landscape.

COURSE CODE: IDRW

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 1-5pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $525

DRAWING WITH THE FIGURE

Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com

This course will explore figurative drawing as an artistic practice. We will begin with a study of construction and proportion and move into capturing a sense of gesture and light. All classes will be held with a live nude model. Appropriate for both the advanced artist or the beginner.

COURSE CODE: DRFH

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $350

OBJECTS IN SPACE: STILL LIFE TO INTERIOR

Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com

This course will explore the subject of still life and interior spaces while striving to find a creative working process. We will explore setups of both traditional and non-traditional objects, painting the still life and interior from direct observation. We will move on to explore deeper spaces, learn about perspective, and simplify the subject to its essential elements. Topics include composition, color mixing, paint application, setting the key of a painting, atmospheric perspective, and how to begin a painting.

COURSE CODE: OSSI

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 9am-1pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $360

PAINTING FOUNDATIONS: STILL LIFE AND LANDSCAPE

Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com

You will be guided through a series of foundational color experiments involving personal still life setups. These ideas will then be applied to simplifying landscapes while working from a photograph. Learn the fundamentals of oil painting in this intensive, structured developmental painting program. We’ll stress visual language elements such as composition, observational measurement, values, space, and mark-making. In addition, we’ll utilize a series of limited palettes to build strength and understanding of color theory and color mixing. oil paint is the preferred medium, but students who are comfortable using acrylic or gouache are welcome to do so.

COURSE CODE: PFPH

Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays, 9am-12:30pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $250 No class Jul. 4

PAINTING FROM LIFE: THE PORTRAIT

Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com

This class will focus on accurate observation and structural study on the portrait. We will seek to translate these complex subjects to their simplest terms and methodically build our painting from a foundation of simple but essential color relationships. We will work with a nude live model from direct observation.

COURSE CODE: PFLP

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 1-5pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $350 No class Jul. 4

PAINTING FROM LIFE: THE FIGURE

Jeremy Durling | Artists, jeremydurling.com

This class will continue the focus on accurate observation and structural study on the figure. We will seek to translate these complex subjects to their simplest terms and methodically build our painting from a foundation of simple but essential color relationships. We will work with a nude live model from direct observation.

COURSE CODE: PFLF

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 1-5pm. Begins Aug. 1 | $350

PAINTING ON THE CHARLES

Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com

Join us for a plein air landscape painting class along the Charles River in Cambridge, MA. This class is for the beginner as well as the more advanced painter. Topics covered include: setting up, beginning a painting, composition, mixing color, creating space, and capturing light. Students are asked to bring their own materials and portable easels.

COURSE CODE: LPCH

Sec. 1: 5 Wednesdays, 9am-1pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $400

Sec. 2: 5 Fridays, 9am-1pm. Begins Jul. 21 | $400

INTENSIVE DRAWING BOOT CAMP

Brett Gamache | Artist & Art Instructor, brettgamache.com

In this bootcamp, participants will experience six hours of intensive drawing. The instructor will guide you through drawing fundamentals and thorough observation. Beginning with rudimentary exercises of “seeing” and “recording,” you will move through carefully prescribed steps to the point where you can produce quality drawings with your newly acquired skills. We will work with live models most of the time.

COURSE CODE: BOOT

Sec. 01: Sunday, 10am-4pm. Aug. 13 | $180

DRAWING IN BARS

Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com

Come sketch with us at a different Cambridge pub every week. Students will draw elements of the scene with portable mediums of their choice. Your charge is to draw from real life outside of the studio, and to capture the tone, gesture, and movement around you. The end goal is to improve your drawing ability and to become more comfortable drawing in public. All skill levels and drawing styles are welcome. Drinking is optional. Drawing is not. BYo materials.

COURSE CODE: DBAR

Sec. 01: 5 Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $150 Sec. 02: 5 Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30pm. Begins Aug. 9 | $150

OPEN STUDIO FOR LIFE DRAWING

The open studio provides time and space for artists to draw from a live model. The model will hold a series of short poses ranging from 1 to 20 minutes with the possibility for long pose with breaks. This is a great opportunity to draw from live models in the medium of your choice. There is no instructor present, but there will be a studio monitor.

COURSE CODE: STUD

Sec. 01: Tuesday, 7:45-9:45pm. Jun. 20 | $25

Sec. 02: Tuesday, 7:45-9:45pm. Jul. 25 | $25

Sec. 03: Tuesday, 7:45-9:45pm. Aug. 15 | $25

PAINTING

BEGINNER ACRYLIC PAINTING

Geoffrey Halverson | Artist

This introductory class is designed to provide a supportive and encouraging environment for beginners to learn the fundamentals of acrylic painting. You will learn about composition, light and shadow, and other key visual concepts while also learning how to mix colors, apply paint to different surfaces, and create texture and depth that will help in creating dynamic and engaging works of art. no experience is necessary.

COURSE CODE: BACY

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $285 No class Jul. 4

BEGINNER OIL PAINTING

Jeremy Durling & Bahareh Safarani | Artists

Join us for an introduction to the materials and mechanics of oil painting as well as the fundamentals of visual language. You will learn about composition, drawing, values, and color while working from still-life and other projects. no experience is necessary.

COURSE CODE: PAPP

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 6-9pm. Begins Jun. 26 | $480 | Jeremy Durling No class Jul. 3

Sec. 02: 9 Fridays, 10am-1pm. Begins Jun. 23 | $540 | Bahareh Safarani

PAINTING THE LANDSCAPE

Anthony Riccardi | Artist

Every landscape includes many complex shapes and textures. In this class, learn to develop your perceptions of five different zones inside the landscape space: through, between, within, below, and above. Traveling through these zones, you will learn the fundamentals of landscape painting techniques. We’ll also discuss various artists and their works to explore the many ways the landscape may be interpreted. Acrylic and watercolor paint media will be used; no oils, please. Class meets indoors.

COURSE CODE: PLSC

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 10am-12:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $400

MINDFULNESS AND INTUITIVE ART

Jhilam Sanyal | Artist

Art as a mindfulness practice and the act of intuitively painting or drawing is a practice accessible to all regardless of art experience or skill. This class will introduce mindfulness practices utilizing art for stress relief, establishing a connection with your heart and innate creativity, and incorporating creative practice into your daily life. The class will focus on mindfulness and art as process rather than a finished product or the technical aspects of art. Activities will include guided meditations and instructor led exercises to aid the student in discovering their own, unique natural creativity. Students will also have the opportunity to use their own art supplies and experiment with mediums of their choice. no art experience required.

COURSE CODE: MDIA

Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-8pm. Jun. 28 | $60

Sec. 02: Saturday, 10am-12pm. Jul. 8 | $60

PLEIN AIR EXPLORATION IN ACRYLICS

Geoffrey Halverson | Artist, www.geoffreyhalverson.com

This class will focus on painting the landscape in the Harvard Square area. We will cover the basics of composition, outdoor perspective as well as painting techniques in an outdoor setting. This class is appropriate for both beginners and more advanced painters

COURSE CODE: PAHS

Sec. 01: 8 Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jun. 24 | $255 No class July 1

MINIATURE AND GILDING (PERSIAN ART)

Nayera Majedi | Artist

To study Persian Painting is to enter into a rich culture that produced major epics, sophisticated art and architecture, exquisite miniatures, and Sufi poets such as Rumi, Hafez, Ferdusi. This 10 week program is designed to give you a thorough grounding in fundamentals of Persian Art (Miniature & Gilding). In this level for beginners, the focus will be on the Safavid Period and the Isfahan school of art (17th century). Through our examination of works by Persian Masters of the 17th century we discuss what it took to create such works of art with regard to composition, subject, perspective, lines, lights, and colors. Participants, with the guidance of the instructor through in-class demonstrations, will choose features to fashion their own piece of Miniature Painting in Isfahan Style. This class is appropriate for both advanced artists and beginners.

COURSE CODE: MIGI

Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $285

PAINTING THE FIGURE WITH COLOR

David Andrus | Artist, davidandrus.weebly.com

This class will focus on the use of vibrant color to create dynamic oil paintings from the live model that go beyond just copying. We will work with an increasing awareness of form and structure as well as looking at examples of past and present artists for inspiration. Please bring a canvas to the first class. Some figure drawing experience would be helpful.

COURSE CODE: PAIO

Sec. 01: 10 Fridays, 6-9pm. Begins Jun. 23 | $540

WATERCOLOR

WATERCOLOR, PEN & INK ILLUSTRATION

Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com

Learn to marry the fluid, luminous quality of watercolor with the expression of hand-drawn pen and ink lines to create detailed illustrations with personality. Students will learn and experiment with a variety of techniques for using watercolor and pen and ink together and will choose one style for one or more developed pieces. Prior experience with watercolor is preferred, but not necessary.

COURSE CODE: WPIN

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $285 No class Jul. 4

WATERCOLOR

Anthony Riccardi | Artist

Watercolor is a translucent medium that sinks into the fiber of a sheet of paper, releasing the light from the surface. Watercolor dries fast, enabling one to work quickly with freshness and spontaneity. In this class, we will address the fundamentals of watercolor painting, with an emphasis on exploration and personal expression.

COURSE CODE: WATE

Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $360

BOTANICAL WATERCOLORS: PAINTING THE FLOWER

Adam Adkison | Artist, adamadkison.com

The fragile beauty of flowers and the vibrancy of watercolors go hand in hand. In this class, the instructor will guide you through painting several types of flowers from start to finish. He will provide color mixing, brushwork, and step-by-step instructions. He will also share tips and tricks for watercolor that you can use for a lifetime. Explore the finer details of nature in color, light, and form. All levels from beginners to advanced are welcome. Tuition includes a $15 materials fee to cover the cost of flowers.

COURSE CODE: WAFL

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $215

PAINTING THE CITYSCAPE IN WATERCOLORS

Adam Adkison | Artist, adamadkison.com

Join Adam as he teaches how to paint city scenes using watercolor techniques. Adam will break down elements like buildings, people, lighting, cars, and other elements into easy to learn sections. You will learn in the studio and weather permitting, in the Harvard square area. At the beginning of each class Adam will demonstrate different painting techniques that you can use throughout your watercolors.

COURSE CODE: CYSC

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $215

PAINTING THE SEASCAPE WITH WATERCOLORS

Adam Adkison | Artist, adamadkison.com

Come explore seascapes in watercolor with a focus on color and various blending and mark making techniques to create waves, light reflections, skies, sand, clouds, rocks and more. This is designed for a wide range of watercolor skill levels from beginners to advanced artists.

COURSE CODE: SEAS

Sec. 01: 6 Fridays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jun. 23 | $215

CLOUDSCAPES IN WATERCOLOR

Adam Adkison | Artist, adamadkison.com

In this one day workshop students will learn to create spectacular, emotive, moody skies that will set the tone of your landscapes in watercolor. Six methods for incorporating clouds, including composition, techniques, how to make “soft” clouds, and more. Several demonstrations will be performed and will be chock full of information to help you create the landscapes you desire. This is designed for a wide range of watercolor skill levels from beginners to advanced artists.

COURSE CODE: CLSC

Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-4pm. Jul. 22 | $120

BOSTON EN PLEIN AIR: WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE PAINTING

Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com

Hopper, Cézanne, Turner, Milford; all artists renowned for their watercolor landscapes. The inherent ability to capture vivid colors and moods all within a small window of time on location is known as plein air painting. In this class we will paint on site at a location in Boston or Cambridge and look at different methods and practices of painting foliage, flora, architecture, and possibly even people. The main focus of this intensive will be color and the use of brush techniques to build vivid landscapes as the old masters would have—as well as to find renewed life after a year of being shut away. So come paint, be social, and see the world around you with new eyes. Each section will visit a different location. The instructor will email you the meeting location before the class starts.

COURSE CODE: WAPA

Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-2pm. Jun. 24 | $100

AQUA EFFIGIES: THE PORTRAIT IN WATERCOLOR

Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com

In this workshop, we will explore the portrait in the inspirational medium of watercolor. We will discuss how to approach the portrait, including proportions and structure of the head. The instructor will explain how he approaches watercolor by breaking down color choices, compositions, and values of light/shadow in order to construct a solid foundation for the painting. The instructor will demonstrate how to put a portrait together from start to finish using both realistic and abstract techniques. We will finish the day with everyone working through a portrait from planning to completion. Basic watercolor experience is recommended but not required.

COURSE CODE: WAPP

Sec. 023: Saturday, 10am-2pm. Jul. 29 | $120

AQUA FIGURA: WATERCOLOR FIGURE PAINTING IMMERSION

Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com

Do you like watercolor painting but struggle with painting people? In this all day Saturday intensive you will dive head first into how to mix skin tones, quick gesture painting and how to build up the layers to create a human likeness. We will work from a model, looking at the figure as a whole as well as touching on portraiture and focused study on more intricate parts of the body (hands/feet). This class is open to all levels but some painting or drawing experience is recommended.

COURSE CODE: WFPI

Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-4pm. Aug. 19 | $160

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PRINTMAKING

INTRODUCTION TO BOOKBINDING

Liticia Avery | Artist

The 6 week course will provide students an introduction to various types of bookbinding techniques and terminology. We will begin with simple folded structures and simple stitch books, building skills to assemble more complicated stitched structures. This course is a great way to familiarize yourself with bookbinding and is perfect for those who are curious about the craft.

COURSE CODE: BKMK

Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $215

WOODWORKING

WOOD CARVING

Dan Paret | Woodworker, planesimplebox.com

In this class we will carve wood. And be happy. Sometimes we will carve things, like spoons, low-relief carvings, or even a funky bird or two. Most of the time, though, we will simply carve to be carving. There is nothing quite like carving for focusing attention, and forgetting about whatever it is that has your mind racing—sounds a bit like meditation, because it is. A good description is too long for a catalog entry, so read through the online Material, Tool, and Supply list for a longer description. After reading through it feel free to email the instructor with questions.

COURSE CODE: HAND

Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 6-8:30pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $375 No class Jul. 4

EXPLORING SOLID WOOD BOX MAKING

Dan Paret | Woodworker, planesimplebox.com

This workshop is intended as an ongoing exploration of solid wood boxes. We will begin with a small dovetail box and move on to any of a wide variety of boxes. You will learn to make thoughtful material and design choices, to prepare and join wood, and develop sound woodworking habits. We will employ equal amounts of seriousness and levity as we pursue woodworking as a craft discipline and a hybrid style of woodworking, using hand and machine tools as appropriate. Tools will be provided. Please contact the instructor with any questions: danparet@gmail.com.

COURSE CODE: ESWB

Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 2-4:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $270

INTRODUCTION TO WOODWORKING: BUILD A BOX

Carl Spagnoli | Woodworker

Become familiar with typical woodworking tools and the basics of joinery and construction techniques by building the foundational shape from which most furniture and structures are constructed: a box! We will discuss different types of wood and what factors go into your choice of material. We will also discuss different types of joints, and both the structural and aesthetic reasons you may want to use one joint method over another. Students should plan on spending around $50 on materials.

COURSE CODE: WKBX

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $400

INTRODUCTION TO WOODWORKING: THE SHAKER TABLE

Carl Spagnoli | Woodworker

Develop knowledge, respect, and skill with hand and power tools through completing individual woodworking projects with a mentor. In order to introduce various tools, woods, joinery, and sound construction techniques, typically you will make a Shaker-style table—or you can choose a modest project of your own if you have relevant experience—and begin to understand the finer details of woodworking, including tending to and sharpening your tools. You will provide your own materials, which will be discussed in first class. CCAE provides tools but students will be encouraged to buy some hand tools of their own—e.g., chisels, handsaw, combination square—and practice the art of maintaining them. The table project can be tailored to each student’s existing woodworking knowledge and experience so everyone is welcome.

COURSE CODE: WKST

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 2-5pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $400

Sec. 02: 8 Thursdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $400

WOODWORKING OPEN SHOP

Carl Spagnoli | Woodworker

In this open shop, students have time and space to complete modest projects of their choosing under the guidance of an instructor. Refine your knowledge about tools, woods, joinery, and tool sharpening with both hand tools and a range of power tools. Students should plan on spending $50-$150 on materials depending on the scope of their projects. It is recommended that students have taken an Introduction to Woodworking class at CCAE, or have previous woodworking experience.

COURSE CODE: WKCA

Sec. 01: 8 Fridays, 6-9pm. Begins Jun. 23 | $385

JEWELRY

BEGINNING JEWELRY

Laura Jaklitsch | Metalsmith, laurajaklitsch.com

In this multi-week class, beginning jewelry students will learn to design and fabricate their own handcrafted jewelry. Students will learn how to texture, file, form, solder, sand, and polish as they make different projects, which may include a ring, bangles, and bezel-setting a stone. All materials will be provided. There is a $50 materials fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class.

COURSE CODE: JEBE

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $360 No class Jul. 4

INTERMEDIATE JEWELRY

Laura Jaklitsch | Metalsmith, laurajaklitsch.com

For students who have completed our multi-week Beginning Jewelry class, or have taken 3 or more single-session beginner jewelry classes, join us to further your design and fabrication skills. You will undertake more challenging projects while learning how to customize them, these may include a hollow ring project, prong setting, and tube setting a stone. All materials will be provided and there is a $50 materials fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class.

COURSE CODE: JWIN

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $365

INTERMEDIATE OPEN STUDIO JEWELRY

Laura Jaklitsch | Metalsmith, laurajaklitsch.com

Bring your sketches and ideas for an intermediate jewelry project to this 3 session class and we will make them a reality! This guided open studio style class is for students who have taken both Beginning and Intermediate Jewelry or equivalent. A $25 material fee will be collected the first day of class for basic materials that will be provided (such as sawblades, sandpaper, and solder in addition to brass and copper sheet and wire.) Please bring any sterling silver that you intend to use.

COURSE CODE: IOSJ

Sec. 01: 3 Tuesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Aug. 22 | $160

ADVANCED STUDIO JEWELRY

Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

If you have taken ten or more intermediate/advanced-level jewelry classes or have a similar experience, join us to polish your skills to the highest level. You’ll enjoy open studio time in which to create the jewelry of your own design with direction from the instructor. There is no materials fee; please bring the materials you intend to use. Enrollment in this class is allowed only with permission from the instructor; email us your request at info@ccae.org and include your experience. The instructor will reply to you directly.

COURSE CODE: JEWA

Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $430

BEGINNING JEWELRY: STERLING SILVER BAND RING

Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

Beginning jewelry making students will learn the fundamental techniques for designing and fabricating a sterling silver textured band ring. Students will learn how to texture, file, form, solder, sand, and polish the ring. All materials will be provided, including sterling silver, copper (for practicing techniques), saw blades, solder, and sandpaper. A materials fee of $40 is payable to the instructor on the day of the class.

COURSE CODE: JEWR

Sec. 01: Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Jul. 14 | $100

BEGINNING JEWELRY: BANGLE BRACELETS

Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

Beginning jewelry making students can continue learning in this workshop which focuses on creating a set of 3 textured bangle bracelets, one each in sterling silver, bronze, and copper. Students will learn to further develop their fabrication skills, including measurement, texturing, filing, forming, soldering, and tumbler finishing. All materials will be provided, including sterling silver, bronze, and copper (in different shaped wires), saw blades, solder, and sandpaper. A materials fee of $40 is payable to the instructor on the day of the class.

COURSE CODE: JEBB

Sec. 01: Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Aug. 4 | $100

BEGINNING JEWELRY: STERLING SILVER BAND RING

Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

Beginning jewelry making students will learn the fundamental techniques for designing and fabricating a sterling silver textured band ring. Students will learn how to texture, file, form, solder, sand, and polish the ring. All materials will be provided, including sterling silver, copper (for practicing techniques), saw blades, solder, and sandpaper. A materials fee of $40 is payable to the instructor on the day of the class.

COURSE CODE: JEWR

Sec. 02: Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Aug. 18 | $100

BEGINNING JEWELRY: STERLING SILVER PENDANT WITH BEZEL-SET STONE

Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

Beginning jewelry-making students can continue learning in this workshop which focuses on creating a sterling silver pendant with a bezel-set cabochon stone. Students will develop their fabrication skills, including drilling, sawing, piercing, filing, multiple soldering techniques, making jump rings, satin finishing, and setting the stone. All materials will be provided: sterling silver sheet and wire, copper (for practice), cabochon stone, saw blades, solder, and sandpaper. A materials fee of $40 is payable to the instructor on the day of the class.

COURSE CODE: JEPD

Sec. 01: Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Aug. 25 | $100

OPEN STUDIO METALSMITHING AND JEWELRY

Laurie Savage | Metalsmith

If you are or have been a metalsmithing or a jewelry student, join us to work independently on projects of your own design with direction from the instructor. Intermediate-level experience is required. Please bring the materials you intend to use. If you have any questions, please email info@ccae.org before the first class and we will have the instructor reply to you directly.

COURSE CODE: OPMT

Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-4pm. Jul. 8 | $105

Sec. 02: Saturday, 10am-4pm. Jul. 22 | $105

Sec. 03: Sunday, 10am-4pm. Aug. 6 | $105

Sec. 04: Sunday, 10am-4pm. Aug. 20 | $105

Sec. 05: Saturday, 10am-4pm. Sep. 9 | $105

MULTIMEDIA & PHOTOGRAPHY

EXPLORING CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY

Anastasia Sierra | Photographer

The focus of this class is on starting and maintaining a creative photography practice, using daily life as inspiration. Weekly assignments and group critiques will help students develop their photographic seeing and understanding of light while becoming more engaged with their surroundings, and the ideas and feelings that motivate their photography. We will talk about how to find your photography subject and how to use the language of photography intentionally. You’ll have more control over your images if you use a DSLR, but both DSLRs and phone cameras are welcome. The class is open to all levels.

COURSE CODE: EXCP

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $255 No class Jul. 4

INTRO TO CYANOTYPE

Gabija Vaisvilaite | Artist

In this one session intensive workshop, we will learn about the process of making cyanotypes. Sometimes referred to as sun prints or blueprints, cyanotype is a 19th century photographic printing process that uses UV light to create a cyan blue print. Students will learn about the history of the process, as well as learn to coat paper and expose prints. We will use both the sun and indoor sources of UV light. Students are encouraged to bring photo negatives, flat objects, or different shaped 3D objects. no previous experience required. A $30 materials fee per student is included in the tuition.

COURSE CODE: CYAN

Sec. 01: Saturday, 10am-2:30pm. Jun. 24 | $120

Sec. 02: Saturday, 10am-2pm. Aug. 26 | $120

MASTERING THE DIGITAL CAMERA

Randall Warniers | Photographer

The variety of menus, buttons, and settings on a digital camera can be intimidating. This hands-on, interactive four hour class will cover the fundamentals of camera operation and help you turn your digital camera from a confusing obstacle into a creative image-making machine. Camera required! This class is designed for beginning to intermediate photographers, but anyone can attend and get value out of the class exercises.

COURSE CODE: MDPC

Sec. 01: Sunday, 9am-1pm. Jun. 25 | $120

FIBER ARTS

BASIC SEWING: LEVEL 1

Deborah Haverty | Sewing Instructor

Learn the basics of sewing by completing three small projects. You will learn basic sewing skills, including machine maintenance and how to build your sewing kit, as well as how to cut, take simple measurements, create a simple pattern, and choose fabric. This class is intended for beginners. Access to a machine is necessary; bring your own to class if you have one. We have a limited number of sewing machines, please email info@ccae.org to reserve one if you don’t have your sewing machine.

COURSE CODE: SEWN

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $255

No class Jul. 4

INTRO TO CROCHET

Erica Colwell | Crochet Instructor

Come learn the basics of crochet, including how to chain, single-crochet, double-crochet, how to read a simple pattern, and more. By the end of the course, you will be well on your way to finishing your first project. Tips and tricks on picking yarn and reading patterns will be shared.

COURSE CODE: CRCT

Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 6-8pm, Begins Jun. 22 | $190

SHIBORI TIE-DYE WORKSHOP

Lena Borovci | Costume Designer, lenaborovci.com

Join us for an introductory workshop exploring the basics of shibori! Shibori is a traditional Japanese resist dye technique that uses a variety of textile manipulation methods to produce different patterns when the fabric is immersed in indigo dye. Experiment with tying, folding, stitching, compressing, and twisting fabric to create your own unique shibori masterpiece.

COURSE CODE: SHIB

Sec. 01: Sunday, 10am-2pm. Jun. 25 | $120

Sec. 02: Sunday, 10am-2pm. Sep.10 | $120

BATIK WORKSHOP: FLOWER MAGIC

Lidia Mikhaylova | Artist, simpleartforms.com

This introductory-level workshop will walk you through the basics of painting on silk. We will learn how to use the batik tools and how to prepare the fabric to be dyed. Using these skills, we will observe how the paint lives and reacts on the fabric, after which you will create your own masterpiece. During this workshop class, you will tap into your creativity and “grow” your unique Flower, a symbol of beauty and divine blessing. All materials will be provided.

COURSE CODE: BATF

Sec. 01: Sunday, 10am-1pm. Aug. 27 | $100

Performing Arts

DANCE

DANCES FOR A ROMANTIC OCCASION

Jim Spellman | Dancer

This beginning class provides the foundation for moving to music in partnership. We will learn basic dance components, timings, rhythms, key foot patterns, and essential leading and following techniques. Dances taught include Foxtrot, Waltz, Merengue, Cha-Cha, Swing, and American Tango.

COURSE CODE: DABA

Sec. 01: 2 Fridays, 6-8pm. Begins Jun. 23 & 30 | $100

ADVANCED BEGINNER CONTEMPORARY WITH ASHE

Ashe Turner | Dancer

Contemporary dance teaches students how to connect musicality and technique. Artistry and individuality will be highlighted as a through-line in each class; students will learn how to express emotions through contemporary dance and music. Each class will start with floor work, warm-up, and across-the-floor combinations and end with choreography that may carry over multiple weeks. Combining improvisation, ballet, modern, and lyrical techniques will give the students a well-rounded understanding of contemporary dance.

COURSE CODE: ABCA

Sec. 01: 9 Sundays, 2:30-4pm. Begins Jun. 25 | $190 No class Jul. 2

“Mark made a great effort to create a fun and interactive learning environment for everyone. It was my first time trying improv, and I had a great time learning and acting with everyone.”

—LI C., IMPROVISATION AND ACTING FOR LIFE

ADVANCED BEGINNER BALLET WITH ASHE

Ashe Turner | Dancer

This class teaches students to transform themselves as a layered response of frequency to music and fine-tune proper form through movement while practicing awareness of clean lines produced from first and fifth positions, front, back, and side to side. This class will consist of barre work, center work, and stretching while communicating the technical biomechanics of classical ballet, artistry, and musicality in detail. Please wear comfortable dance clothing and ballet slippers. Street shoes are not acceptable.

COURSE CODE: BALE

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Jun. 26 | $170

No class Jul. 3

HIP-HOP CLASS

Tyhgita Cespedes | Dancer/Choreographer

“Tyh” the Dancer leads a dynamic hip-hop class. Starting with a warm-up, we check in with our bodies and establish a solid mind-body connection. Next, isolations, stretch, and conditioning set the tone for style. Then we warm up to the space with some across-the-floor travel steps, including but not limited to animal walks that transition to choreography. The combination is then drilled, and we perform it for each other in groups. This allows everyone to enjoy the dance from both perspectives: audience and dancer. After this, we cool down and check out with a cipher circle that will enable us to safely play with what we learned in class to build confidence in our style with hip-hop as the foundation. As a result, we know more about hip-hop dance history and technique each week, from locking to popping to breaking!

COURSE CODE: HHOP

Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm. Begins Jun. 26 | $170

No class Jul. 3

BEGINNER BALLET WITH SHANNON

Shannon Fitzgerald | Dancer

A perfect class for those getting started or revisiting ballet again as an adult! This class will cover basic ballet positions, steps, and terminology, focusing on the student’s awareness of proper posture and body alignment. Students will learn standing barre work and center floor exercises to enhance strength, balance, and flexibility. Participants will also develop a sense of musical awareness and movement quality. Please wear comfortable dance clothing and ballet slippers. Street shoes are not acceptable. No prior dance experience is necessary.

COURSE CODE: TWRL

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6:15-7:45pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $170

ZUMBA WITH TYH, THE DANCER

Tyhgita Cespedes | Dancer/Choreographer

In this class, we warm our bodies from head to toe for an interval dance fitness workout. We move between high and low-intensity movements designed to get your heart rate up and boost your cardio endurance to world music! In the end, we cool down.

COURSE CODE: ZUMB Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 5-6pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $170

BURLESQUE: THE BEAUTEASE WAY

Professional Burlesque Society (PBS) Burlesque Dancers. Burlesque is exciting, empowering, and great exercise too! Suitable for performers of all shapes, sizes, and experience levels, this workshop for women only introduces the basic building blocks of vintage-style burlesque. You will learn dance moves and techniques for handling classic clothing elements such as gloves, boas, and stockings. Leave with everything you need to put on your very own burlesque performance, whether on stage or in private.

COURSE CODE: BURL

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm. Begins Aug. 17 | $100

MUSIC STRINGS

INSTANT GUITAR FOR BEGINNERS

Chris Brenne | Musician & Composer, B.A. Berklee College of Music

This is a guitar class for beginners on steroids! We’ll use innovative practice methods to get faster and better results without taxing your valuable time. Anyone can buy a chord book, look up songs on YouTube, or download a tab, but this class will show you how to use these resources. We’ll focus on how to put a chord progression together with rhythm and expression to play songs using strumming and some fingerpicking. You’ll walk out of the first lesson having started playing your first song! Students must bring their own guitar or rent one.

COURSE CODE: GTB1

Sec. 01: 4 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $125 No class Jul. 4

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INSTANT GUITAR FOR ADVANCED BEGINNERS

Chris

This is a continuing guitar class on steroids! We’ll use practice methods to get faster and better results without taxing your valuable time. At the same time, exploring the transitions between chords and tricks will help you navigate a song. We’ll cover all the basic chords, strums, and even some fingerpicking and melody/ leads! We will also discuss and practice some techniques musicians use to make a song come alive! The digital PDF file of the book is included in the fee.

COURSE CODE: GTB2

Sec. 02: 4 Tuesdays, 7:45-9:15pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $125 No class Jul. 4

INTRODUCTION TO UKULELE

Amy Kucharik | amykucharik.com

More popular than ever, the approachable ukulele is the instrument of choice for great-sounding, portable music. You’ll learn the basics quickly to start playing songs you will immediately love. Simple chords will have you sounding great after just one class, and you’ll soon have a repertoire ranging from “Tin Pan Alley” ukulele classics to current pop hits. You will learn tricks for hunting down ukulele song chord charts online and adapting them for your own strumming and singing pleasure! no prior experience is necessary; bring your own uke.

COURSE CODE: UKE1

Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6-7pm. Begins Jul. 13 | $175

CONTINUING UKULELE

Amy Kucharik | amykucharik.com

You know basic chords and strumming up and down; what’s next? In this class, you’ll learn how to strum interesting rhythms in various genres and enhance your strumming with fun rhythmic and percussive techniques. You’ll increase your knowledge of chords, including how to play barre chords. We’ll also investigate how to make intros and outros sound cool and pave the way for exploring fingerstyle uke.

COURSE CODE: UKE2

Sec. 02: 8 Thursdays, 7:15-8:15pm. Begins Jul. 13 | $175

PIANO

BEGINNER PIANO LEVEL 1

Marie Kurfirtova | Pianist

Have you always wanted to play the piano? Have you taken a few lessons in the past but can’t remember as much as you’d like? It’s never too late to learn! In this group class, we will cover all the basics, including how to read music. You will learn simple songs in various styles—lesson book: Faber Adult Piano Adventures All-in-One Course Book 1

COURSE CODE: PNO1

Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 6-7pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $285 No class Jul. 4

BEGINNER PIANO LEVEL 2

Marie Kurfirtova | Pianist

This group class is for those with experience with piano, who can read the grand staff and can play with both hands together. Building on these basics, you will learn new songs in various styles and develop your technique. We may even play some duets! Lesson book: Faber Adult Piano Adventures All-in-One Course Book 2. The instructor will provide supplemental materials. Practicing a piano or keyboard at home is helpful but not required.

COURSE CODE: PNO2

Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $285 No class Jul. 4

BEGINNER PIANO LEVEL 3

Marie Kurfirtova | Pianist

Have you played some piano before? If you can read the grand staff, play with both hands together, and are ready to learn short beginner pieces, this is a course for you! Building on your previous experience, you will continue developing your technique and knowledge of music theory, train your ear, and learn new pieces and/or songs in various styles—lesson book: Alfred’s Adult All-in-One Piano Course Level 2. The instructor will provide supplemented materials. Having a piano or keyboard to practice on is helpful but not required.

COURSE CODE: PNO3

Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $285

Individual Lessons

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MUSIC APPRECIATION

THE MUSIC OF MILES DAVIS

Bob Blumenthal | Jazz Journalist

Immersion in the many stylistic developments made trumpeter Miles Davis the most influential trumpeter and band leader in the last 80 years of jazz history. Davis’ knack for introducing new musical trends and partnering with collaborators who would become major figures in their own right was unprecedented. His journey, from an apprenticeship with Charlie Parker in the early years of bebop through his pivotal role in launching the cool jazz, hard bop, modal jazz, and fusion movements, spans nearly five decades of innovation and timeless recordings. Special attention will be given to his two “classic” quintets, which featured John Coltrane and Wayne Shorter, and his orchestral collaborations with arranger Gil Evans. Each session will feature seminal performances by Davis and the artists in his ever-expanding circle.

COURSE CODE: MILE

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 4-6pm. Begin Jun. 21 | $250

EXPLORING THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK

Michael Frank | Ph.D. Cornell University

Between World War I and about 1960, the US saw a remarkable flowering of popular songs, most written for Broadway or Hollywood. These songs, which Tony Bennett has called “America’s classical music,” have come to be identified collectively as “The Great American Songbook.” Though written to order for specific shows or movies, many of them are timeless; the finest among them deserve to be considered alongside the great songs of Schubert or Tchaikovsky. This course will offer an overview of this material and then focus on the works of the greatest composers of pop songs, including Jerome Kern, Harold Arlen, Cole Porter, Richard Rodgers, and—of course—the greatest of them all, George Gershwin.

COURSE CODE: SCOE

Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 4:30-6:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $285

THE HISTORY OF THE CHITLIN’ CIRCUIT

Brendan Hogan | Musicologist & Public Radio

This course will look at the historical factors that led to the flourishing of black music in the United States during the mid-twentieth century. We will learn about important figures who shaped the sound of the Chitlin’ Circuit on stage and on record, as well as behind the scenes. Each week will focus on a single decade in the development of black culture from the 1920s through the 1950s and into the 60s. Prepare to listen to lots of music from each era!

COURSE CODE: TURN

Sec. 01: 5 Fridays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 23 | $175

VOICE

VOICE WORKSHOP

Jane Eichkern | Co-Instructor, Singer

Marie Kurfirtova | Co-Instructor, Pianist

Learn to sing in a supportive environment and discover that you can make music. This class is open to beginners as well as students of all levels. Discover proper posture, breathing, and relaxation techniques to boost your confidence and performance. Practice singing in a small group, and receive individual feedback on your voice.

COURSE CODE: TUNE

Sec. 01: 8 Fridays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 23 | $260

THEATER

VOCAL TECHNIQUE FOR MUSICAL THEATRE

Lea Peterson | Vocal Technique for Musical Theatre

This course will demystify the process of singing, from breath to sound, by using vocalization exercises as well as by gaining practical knowledge of the voice’s mechanisms. We will utilize that knowledge while we perform musical theatre’s best repertoire (solo, duet, and/or ensemble numbers, depending on each person’s comfort level). You’ll come to understand oft-heard terms like “belt,” “falsetto,” and “straight tone,” and be able to create them in your voice as well as hear and identify them in others. You will gain a working knowledge of your unique instrument and its operation, empowering you to become a more confident and informed singer.

COURSE CODE: VOTE

Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $255

SPEAK EASY

Speak Easy is a workshop for any adult interested in voiceover in both its broadcast and non-broadcast applications. Participants will learn how to work with the various kinds of copy they might encounter as a voice talent, develop confidence in front of a microphone, explore how voiceover artists can earn a living, and gain insight into the voiceover business at large. Working with professional text and copy, students will garner experience that will enhance their overall acting and voiceover-specific skills.

COURSE CODE: SPEK

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 7:45-9:45pm. Begins Jul. 10 | $255

ACTING WORKSHOP: THE BASICS

Dewayne Nelson | Actor on Stage, Film & TV

Explore the basics of acting for stage and film. We will work with scripts from contemporary plays and films, connecting our efforts to the work of living playwrights and film directors. We will use theater games and improvisation, having fun while taking chances. We will cover the audition process, what casting companies seek in an actor, and practical tips about the industry and how to get work as an actor.

COURSE CODE: ACT1

Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $285

CONTINUING ACTING WORKSHOP

Dewayne Nelson | Actor on Stage, Film & TV

Explore the next level of acting for stage and film. We will work with scripts from contemporary plays and films, connecting our efforts to the work of living playwrights and film directors. We will use theater games and improvisation to have fun while taking chances. We will cover the audition process, what casting companies seek in an actor, and practical tips about the industry and how to get work as an actor.

COURSE CODE: ACT2

Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $285

DEVELOPING NARRATIVES: MONOLOGUES AND PERSONAL STORYTELLING

Joshua Noble | Producer, Artist & Teacher

This class is an approach to monologue and audition techniques through self-assessment and individualized exploration. This class builds the actor’s toolkit while encouraging the use of the text to develop a unique creative voice and artistic perspective.

COURSE CODE: DIAL

Sec. 01: 5 Tuesdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jun. 27 | $215

No class Jul. 4

HOW ’ BOUT SOME IMPROV?

Cie Peterson | Director/VO Artist/Acting Coach

Working instinctually and without inhibition are the hallmarks of good improv, and good improv is an invaluable training tool for actors, but the adaptability and confidence required of improv performers make this an art form extremely useful to non-actors as well. In fact, this fun but challenging class is for anyone who wants to learn to be truly spontaneous, flexible, responsive, and able to live in the moment. If you sometimes get stuck in your head and want to get out, this is the perfect workshop for you.

COURSE CODE: BOUT

Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jul. 10 | $255

STORYTELLING WORKSHOP

Andrea Aptecker | Actor, Public Speaking Expert

What’s your story?! Get introduced to the art of storytelling structure, and receive tips on using humor, building drama, and connecting to your audience. Each participant will have several opportunities to write and present five and ten-minute true stories, much like the stories from The Moth. All performances will be followed with in-depth comments and discussion. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to practiced storytellers.

COURSE CODE: TELL

Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6-8pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $285

Life & Wellness

—BETHANY C., MORE TO LOVE YOGA: LEARN TO LOVE YOUR BODY

MIND & BODY

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS

Tin Ying | Instructor

originally one of the ancient Chinese martial arts, Tai Chi is practiced today primarily as a method of exercise that cultivates physical and mental harmony in movement. Its slow, fluid forms—based on the Chinese principle of yin and yang—and its emphasis on relaxed, effortless movement makes it ideal for people of all ages. You will learn the first section of the traditional Yang style of long-form Tai Chi. Wear loose, comfortable clothes and soft, flat shoes.

COURSE CODE: TACH

Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $170

No class Jul. 4

MINDFUL FLOW YOGA FOR ALL LEVELS

Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard This posture sequencing guides you through poses (asanas) in a mindful flow designed to source all our movement from our deep strength and discover the beauty in our movement. We will practice strategies to lengthen stubborn hamstrings and hips, eliminate pain and compression in your lower back and neck, and create opening and flexibility in your upper back and shoulders. Careful attention is shown to our awareness of proper posture and breathing (pranayama) while in transitions and in stillness. Please bring your yoga mat.

COURSE CODE: BYOG

Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 5:15-6:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $145

“I leave this class feeling so much more clearheaded, grounded, happier, and calmer in addition to the physical benefits.”

KRIPALU YOGA FOR ALL AGES

Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard Kripalu yoga is a form of gentle hatha yoga that places equal importance on the mind, body, and spirit. This style of yoga has a compassionate approach and is ideal for beginners and is accepting and adaptable to everyone, no matter your age, ability, or other circumstance. Please bring your yoga mat.

COURSE CODE: YOGA

Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 4-5pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $130

CURVY YOGA FOR PLUS-SIZE WOMEN

Shari Solomon | Yoga Instructor

Yoga is for everybody. Yoga can nurture, calm and support a person. Breathe, stretch, and strengthen! In this class, you will find your own unique expression of the poses. Shari creates a non-judgmental environment to practice yoga. You will learn adjustments and how to use props to make you comfortable in the class. All levels are welcome. Please bring your yoga mat.

COURSE CODE: CRVE

Sec. 01: 4 Saturdays, 10am-11am. Begins Jul. 8 | $60

MORE TO LOVE YOGA: LEARN TO LOVE YOUR BODY

Rachel Estapa | Creator, More to Love Yoga

More to Love Yoga is for people who want to feel more connected and loving in their bodies, regardless of size. our sessions integrate foundational yoga postures, calming breath work, mindfulness, and lessons of body acceptance. Beginners and experienced yogis are all welcome.

COURSE CODE: PLUS

Sec. 01: 4 Sundays, 10am-11am. Begins Jul. 9 | $60

FULL BODY MASSAGE TECHNIQUES WITH A PARTNER

Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard

Bring a friend or significant other to learn basic Esalen/Swedish massage strokes through lectures, discussion, demonstration, and supervised practice. The Saturday class takes more time to cover the worksheet on massage strokes for the back and uses an extended syllabus that includes legs and feet. Each participant can look forward to a 90-minute massage. Each pair should bring two pillows, two sheets or large towels, and a squeez oil bottle. Wear loose, comfortable clothing to be able to massage the entire back. Women should wear a low-back bathing suit or halter/bathing suit top that opens in the back.

COURSE CODE: MARB

Sec. 01: Friday, 6:45-9:45pm. Aug. 4 | $135 per pair

Sec. 02: Saturday, 10am-3:30pm. Aug. 5 | $150 per pair

TAROT FOR BEGINNERS

Sally Cragin | Fitchburg City Councillor-at-large. This hands-on workshop includes the history of this unique art form and its practices. Students will learn the rudiments of the four suits, the significance of the numbers, and the interpretation of “Major Arcana” cards. Discussion is encouraged, and we will practice some simple readings and then move on to more complex readings. We use the Rider-Waite deck, designed by Pamela Colman-Smith, for in-class readings. Appropriate for beginners and those wishing to practice and improve their abilities.

COURSE CODE: TARO

Sec. 01: Monday, 7:45-9:45pm. Jun. 26 | $50

LIFESTYLE & RECREATION

FINDING PEACE THROUGH STRESS

Joan Abrams | PhD

Jerry MacFarlane | Certified Facilitator

The Work of Byron Katie is a simple yet powerful method of inquiry. Through meditation, The Work helps you to identify and question stressful thoughts. Using four questions and turnarounds, learn to access inner wisdom and find clarity. Bring your judgments about relationships, money, the world, etc., and experience the power and simplicity of The Work. It is accessible to all ages and backgrounds, only requiring an open mind.

COURSE CODE: WORK

Sec. 01: 6 Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 20 | $210 No class Jul. 4

GATEWAY GAMES: INTRODUCTION TO MODERN BOARD GAMES

Alex Lasky | Gamer

In a digitized age where we spend so much time on our phones or computers, the table top industry is growing rapidly. In this class, we will learn about some of today’s most popular games broadly considered entry-level to the hobby. These include Settlers of Catan, Carcassonne, Pandemic, as well as several others. We will learn the basics, rules, and strategies and also have the opportunity to sit down at the table and play with fellow students. Watch out—you might get hooked!

COURSE CODE: GATE

Sec. 01: 5 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $125

INTRODUCTION TO CARD MAGIC

John Bach | Magician

Ever wanted to amaze family and friends by performing incredible magic tricks anytime, anywhere, with just an ordinary deck of playing cards? now you can, even if you’ve never touched a deck of cards in your life. In this class, you’ll learn a repertoire of dazzling tricks, many requiring no special skill, as well as basic sleight-of-hand techniques and professional tips for making the magic more powerful and entertaining.

COURSE CODE: MAGI

Sec. 01: 4 Thursdays, 7:30-9pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $120

OUTDOOR TENNIS WORKSHOP

Victor Gonzalez | USPTR Certified Instructor

Up your game! Each session of these tennis workshops for new and continuing students will focus on the basic tennis strokes: forehand, backhand, volley, and overhead/serve. Through drills, exercises, and actual games, we will sharpen your skills, knowledge of rules, and strategies for a comprehensive tennis experience. Bring a racquet, a can of balls, tennis shoes, and comfortable sportswear. Class meets outdoors in the western suburbs. Directions to the T-accessible courts will be emailed to registered students. Please reserve following weeks for rain date.

COURSE CODE: OUTT

Sec. 01: 4 Saturdays, 2-3:30pm. Begins Jul. 8 | $110

PUBLIC SPEAKING WORKSHOP

Andrea Aptecker | Actor, Public Speaking Expert

Whether you’re delivering a presentation at work, school, or your best friend’s wedding, or simply want to gain confidence presenting ideas clearly and concisely, the best way to get comfortable with public speaking is to practice. In this workshop class, you’ll have the opportunity to present both impromptu and prepared speeches, followed by in-depth comments and discussion. We’ll look at body language, speech organization, and methods to build excitement and curiosity among your listeners. Most importantly, we’ll have fun in a supportive and encouraging environment. All are welcome.

COURSE CODE: PSWS

Sec. 01: 5 Mondays, 6-8pm. Begins Jul. 10 | $160

FLOWER ARRANGING

Cass School of Floral Design

Discover the essential elements and principles of floral design while creating three different styles of arrangements. You will learn how to achieve long-lasting freshness and select the perfect containers and flowers for the look you want to achieve. Seasonal flowers, foliage, and themes will be emphasized. A materials fee of $65 (cash or check only) is payable in the first class. Class will be held at the Cass School of Floral Design, 531 Mt. Auburn St., Watertown.

COURSE CODE: FCAB

3 Tuesdays, 6:30-8pm. Begins Jul. 11 | $100

BEGINNER BICYCLE REPAIR CLINIC

Rustem Gode | Owner, Quad Cycles

In just two hours, you can learn the essentials of bicycle repair and maintenance from the head mechanic at Arlington’s hometown bike shop. This hands-on class will teach you how to fix a flat, adjust gears and brakes, and other topics dictated by the interest of the group. This class meets at Quad Cycles, 1043 Mass. Ave. Ride or bring your bicycle to class.

COURSE CODE: BICY

Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-8pm. Jul. 13 | $50

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT AUTO REPAIR

Bruce Gerry | Dr. Tuneup, Auto Mechanic

Join an experienced mechanic and instructor who can make all things automotive both fun and clear. We’ll cover basic maintenance and troubleshooting ignition, charging, cooling, fluids, electrical, brakes, and exhaust systems. We’ll discuss common problems encountered with any vehicle. You’ll be better able to diagnose problems, perform basic maintenance, and deal competently and knowledgeably with local mechanics. Please note: This is a lecture and demonstration class.

COURSE CODE: CARR Sec. 01: 3 Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. Begins Aug. 16 | $110

CROQUET

Reid Flemming & Mary-Catherine Deibel | Professional Croquet Players

Enjoy a Sunday afternoon of backyard croquet and keen competition with the 7-time national USCA Champion Reid Fleming and his wife, USCA ranked player Mary-Catherine Deibel. We will play a six-wicket version of backyard golf croquet— easy and lots of fun to learn and play! We will set up our sticky wickets on a court at a private Cambridge residence, easily accessible by T and with available street parking. At the conclusion of play, we will enjoy a casual cook out; we will provide buns, condiments, and sides; please provide your own protein should you wish to participate. Class meets offsite. Exact location will be emailed upon your registration.

COURSE CODE: CROQ Sunday, 2-5pm. Aug. 20 | $80

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P.o.

MEET CHRIS BRENNE CCAE INSTRUCTOR

WHAT INSPIRES YOU TO PLAY GUITAR?

In a word; it makes me feel better. It’s partly a meditative state which calms the mind, a tactile sense of moving air and muscle that stems from impulses of one’s own mind. There is also another dimension when you combine with others; it’s a shot of joy playing with people and hearing the connection between the musicians and communication in real-time that results in a satisfying soundscape.

WHO ARE YOUR FAVORITE GUITAR PLAYERS AND WHY?

There is an ever-changing lineup. I like most kinds of music styles so I gravitate towards players that command different styles. Currently I listen mostly to Guthrie Govan. He, to me, feels so far ahead of everyone else. His ability, both technically and mentally, is gobsmacking. He seems to pick all the right notes at the right times, create excitement with tension and release, and he blows you away with sheer technical ability. I also really like Lari Basilio, for much the same reasons. There’s Beck, who takes old songs and makes them new. Another is Pat Metheny. There’s Pierre Bensusan with his unmatched acoustic solo compositions. I could go on and on!

WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT LESSON YOU TELL YOUR STUDENTS ABOUT PLAYING GUITAR?

Enjoy! If you’re not having fun, it’s pointless. Learning the first few chords and songs takes effort but there is so much

music that can be played and enjoyed by knowing only a few basic chords and strums.

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED FROM YOUR STUDENTS ABOUT THE ART OF TEACHING GUITAR IN THE DECADES THAT YOU TAUGHT AT CCAE?

Lots. I feel like I learn something every time. I’ve learned to walk them through all the things I ask them to do. In that respect my classes are as much an exercise routine as information. Come back to things and repeat. Go slower. Ask what they need. Inclusion. In the end, I’m probably a totally different teacher than what I was when I started at CCAE. Hopefully better!

Read Chris Brenne’s full interview on our website.