Adult Education Spring Offerings

Friday, 08 March 2013 00:00

From belly dancing to Mah Jongg

There are so many different things to learn through the Roslyn, Herricks, and East Williston Adult Ed program.  Middle Eastern Dance, better known as Belly Dancing. is offered Wednesday evenings beginning April 3.  

After taking Jewelry Basics you could impress your friends and family with birthday and holiday gifts of your own, hand-made jewelry. You will make a necklace and matching earrings and learn important fundamentals, which will equip you with essential skills in jewelry making and design.  Class takes place 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. on April 3 and April 10.  Jewelry Making: Intermediate & Beyond gives you a chance to make more projects, perfect basic skills and make use of varied materials.  It takes place 6:30-8:30 p.m. on April 17 and April 24.

Let’s Knit! is a knitting class for all levels.  Whether you’ve had experience knitting or are picking up the needles for the first time, this course will provide one-on-one instruction that will teach you what you need to get started or to move on to the next level. Beginners will learn how to cast on stitches. You will learn the knit, purl, stockinette and garter stitches and then progress to the basic ribbing stitches with variations. You will progress to the seed stitch, moss stitch and some cable patterns.  You will also learn how to gauge your stitches to make your garments fit perfectly.  By the end of the 8-week course, you will complete a project of your choice and will learn the techniques you will need to take on more advanced projects.  There are both day and evening classes beginning April 3.

Mah Jongg for beginners – Part I is a series of practical hands-on interactive workshops for new players.  You will learn the rules and strategies necessary to meet the challenges of Mah Jongg in a relaxed enjoyable environment.  Join other beginners to have fun and learn a game that has held the interest of American players for decades.  By the end of this series you will be playing Mah Jongg.  The class runs for five Mondays starting April 15, 9:30 a.m. – 12 noon.  Intermediate – Part II is Mah Jongg for those who have taken Part I, or already have a basic knowledge of the game, and want to learn to play at the next level.  The participants will be provided with guidance while playing the game and honing their skills. Mah Jongg Intermediate-Part II runs on four Mondays starting May 20, 9:30 a.m. -12 noon.

Although not included in the original printed brochure, America’s Boating Course was added to the on line version.  This newly revised course presented by United States Power Squadron District 3 in conjunction with Manhasset Bay Power Squadron includes lessons on seamanship, boat handling, rules of the road, regulations and many other topics.  It meets New York State and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators requirements for certification.  Classes begin Wednesday, April 3 for six sessions.  A registration form needs to be completed and a check payable to USPS District 3 for $75 must be included.  For information about the course, call 631-757-8651.

This past fall, the program was pleased to welcome residents of the East Williston School District into the Roslyn and Herricks Adult Education family. Residents of all three districts may now pay the resident rate for course offerings and trips, and are eligible for senior citizen discounts, as well. Classes are held at both the Roslyn Adult Education and the Herricks Community Center.  Details are in the catalog. The catalog is also online:  www.roslynschools.org, click on Community and then click on Adult Education.  On the website, you will also find a printable registration form. 

Register early as many courses have limited enrollment. Registration forms can be sent in via mail or fax. In-person registration is between 10 a.m. – 12 noon on weekdays.  Instructions are on the form. A $5 registration fee must be included.  Registrations will not be taken over the phone.  

The Adult Education office is in the Roslyn Public Schools Annex at 440 Round Hill Rd., next door to Roslyn High School and across the street from the East Hills School (in the St. Mary’s building).  For information, call 801-5091 or visit us on line at: www.roslynschools.org and click on Community and then on Adult Education.