• Instructor: Ann Burns
• Wednesday, Oct. 2, 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
• $23
• Room 134 – Colonie Central High School

There is no better way to get into the new season than to stamp some fall cards. We will make some amazing cards using autumn colors, images, and incorperate fun techniques and folds. Envelopes included. No prior stamping experience needed. Please bring a pair of scisors and adhesive of your choice. A $10.00 materials fee is due to the instructor prior to the start of class. Check out samples of the instructor’s work at: annburns.stampinup.net.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee- $18.

• Instructor: Neil Bindelglass
• Tuesday, Oct. 8, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
• $23
• Room 114 – Colonie Central High School

According to AARP, an American will turn 50 every eight seconds. That is more than 10,000 people every day. During this time, many people begin to think about downsizing, either by choice or because of health-related issues and it can all be very overwhelming. This class will give an overview about how to break this mammoth task down into manageable pieces. Topics will include: Sorting your possessions, how to downsize, space planning for a new residence, questions to ask before you hire a mover, home staging, when a Senior Move Manager is right for you, and questions to ask a Senior Move Manager before you hire them. 

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $18.

• Instructor: Jill Boyd
• Tuesday, Oct. 8, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
• $23
• Room 112 - Colonie Central High School

Learn to dress for your body type- how to enhance your assets and camoflauge your figure challenges. Find out your prefrences and discover fashion ideas that will make you look more attractive and feel excited once again. Jill Valerie Boyd, owner and chief stylist at Ageless Iconic Style, is renowned for the creativity, originality, sophistication, and elegance with which she dresses her clients. Jill’s core skill is helping both men and women to look and feel absolutely radient in all stagaes of life.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee- $18.

• Instructor: Neil Bindelglass
• Wednesday, Oct. 9, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
• $23 
• Room 114 – Colonie Central High School

This course is the perfect accompaniment to “So, You’re Ready to Downsize.” Millions of Americans are downsizing and moving to smaller homes. And many older Americans have been in their homes for decades. This course will discuss how you can dispose of all of the items that you don’t want or won’t be taking with you when you move. Topics will include Craig’s List, Ebay, estate sales, giving things away and donating goods (and the tax benefits). 

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $18.

• Instructor: Matthew Yager & Trish Wielt
• Thursday, Oct. 17, 6 to 7 p.m. 
• $18
• Room 112 – Colonie Central High School

This class offers an introduction to preplanning for your family’s cemetery needs. It is a step by step educational program including history, rules, regulations, current laws, and burial options for you and your family. Presented by Memory Gardens. 

Free with Colonie Senior Courtesy Card.

• Instructor: Scott Stoner
• Tuesday, Oct. 29, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• $23
• Room 107 – Sand Creek Middle School

Birds add color and beauty to our yards and watching birds is a hobby that can be easily enjoyed from home! In this two-hour class, we will cover how to best attract birds to our backyards, types of feed and feeders- and how water, shelter, and plantings are all important factors. We will show photos and discuss how to address squirrels, hawks, and birds hitting windows. Bring your questions!

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee- $18.

• Instructor: Ann Burns
• Wednesday, Oct. 30, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• $23
• Room 134 – Colonie Central High School

Get into the holiday spirit with beautiful handmae cards. Your friends will be amazed when they recieve their cards made by you! You will go home with six simple yet elegant cards (three designs, two each). Envelopes included. No stamping experience necessary. Please bring double sided adhesive and a small pair of scisors. A $10.00 materials fee is due to the instructor prior to the sart of class. Check out samples of the instructors work at: annaburns.stampinup.net.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee -$18.

• Instructor: Ann Burns
• Wednesday, Nov. 13, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• $23
• Room 134 – Colonie Central High School

The holidays are approaching and it’s time to think about gift giving. In this class, you will be given four travertine tiles that you will stamp, color, and transform into beautiful coasters. You just ight not want to give them away! No stamping experience necessary. A $15.00 materials fee is due to the instructor prior to the start of class. Check out samples of the instructor’s work at: annburns.stampinup.net.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee -$18.

• Instructor: Voice Coaches
• Monday, Nov. 18, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• $23
• White Lake Music & Post Recording Studios, 26 Vly Road, Albany 12205

Have you ever been told you have a great voice? This exciting class will explore numerous aspects of voice over work for television, film, radio, audio books, documentaries and the Internet in your area. We will cover all the basics including how to prepare the all important demo, and how to be successful and earn great income in this exciting field. Students will have an opportunity to ask questions and hear examples of demos recorded by professional voice actors. Students will have a chance to record a commercial script under the direction of our Voicecoach.com producers. 

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $18.

• Instructor: Michael Stanton 
• Monday, Dec. 9, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
• $18 
• Room 112 – Colonie Central High School

Do you know what to expect when it comes to Medicare? Did you know Medicare is mandatory for those collecting Social Security and it will likely be your greatest expense in retirement? If you or someone you know is turning 65, ready to retire, or losing your employer plan, this course will help you discover an understanding of Medicare. From Part A to IRMAA, learn the fundamentals of how each section of Medicare works in this hands-on class aimed at making complex information easy-to-understand. 

Free with Colonie Senior Courtesy Card.

• Instructor: Michael Stanton
• Monday, Dec 16, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
• $18
• Room 112 – Colonie Central High School

An educational course designed to help you understand the differences between Advantage, Supplemental and Prescription drug plans. This is the second course in the Healthcare series offered by Michael Stanton. 

Free with Colonie Senior Courtesy Card.

All classes begin Monday, Sep. 30 unless otherwise noted*

• Instructor: Lisette Roldan-Hart
• 8 Weeks, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• $60
• Cafeteria – Forest Park Elementary School
   

Yoga for all is a multi-level class designed for the beginner as well as the experienced student. The instructor guides the class through a series of Vinyasa flow poses. Movement is coordinated with breath to flow from one pose to the next. Benefits include improved strength, flexibility, reduced stress, better posture, community and much more. Participants should wear flexible pants or shorts, close fit t-shirt or tank. Water bottle and mat required.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $55.

• Instructor: Kevin Kuhne
• *Oct. 28 – Dec. 9
• 6 Weeks, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• $50 
• Room 245 – Sand Creek Middle School

This 6-week course i for the student who has familiarity and experience with basic watercolor supplies and techniques. We will study the watercolor work, style, and technique of an accomplished watercolorist (yet to be decided on) of the past or present. Even if you have previously taken this class, it will be a different featured artist and a new experience. We will copy one of their works and then do a watercolor of your own design in their style. Or, if you preer, you may continue to work on copies of the chosen artist or similarly styled artist. There will be lots of individual guidence and instruction. Class will not meet on November 11.

Materials: for the first class, along with your usual watercolor supplies, please bring Arches or Fabriano 140 lb. cold press watercolor paper- professional grade, at least 9” X 12” in size. The paper can be cut-up, full-size sheet, a pad or book.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee -$45

• Instructor: Paul DeFrancisco
• 10 Weeks, 8:30 to 10:30 p.m.
• $65
• New Gym – Sand Creek Middle School

Competitive pickup games for veteran players. Participants are expected to have a mastery of basic volleyball skills and hands-on knowledge of offensive and defensive strategies using designated hitters, setters, blockers, etc. Play will be conducted in accordance with USA Volleyball rules and regulations. This class is NOT for beginners.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee-not applicable to this course.

• Instructor: Donna Hyer
• 10 Weeks, 6 to 8:30 p.m. 
• $55
• Library Lounge – Colonie Central High School

If you have a basic knowledge of quilting or would like to brush up on your skills and learn some new techniques, this class is for you. We’ll be making a quilt or a table runner (or two) and having fun along the way.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $50.

All classes begin Tuesday, Oct. 1 unless otherwise noted

• Instructor: Kimberly Favro
• 7 Weeks, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.  (CANCELLED)
• $55
• Cafeteria – Shaker Road Elementary School

This is a 7-week yoga workshop series. Each session will begin with a forty-minute, beginner friendly, hatha yoga practice. The class will include pranayama (breathing exercises), meditation, and restorative postures to help us settle into our evening routine. A special focus in our physical practice will be devoted to the chakras (energy centers in the body). The second part of the workshop (thirty minutes) will encompass reflective journaling and community circle sharing (if desired). Participants will work with suggested prompts to enhance self-exploration and to allow for creative and mindful time to write thoughts and responses. The goal is to improve motivation and healing when feeling stuck, overwhelmed or in need of a little inspiration. Please bring a yoga mat and journal. Kim is a 500-hour Certified Yoga teacher, a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher by the Yoga Alliance and a Restorative Justice Trainer and Facilitator. She has been teaching yoga since 2018 and facilitating restorative/ community circles since 2012. 

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $50.

• Instructor: Carolyn Schirnglone
• 7 Weeks, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• $55
• Cafeteria – Veeder Elementary School

A Latin-inspired dance fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music. The class combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. You will get a great workout while having a blast. Choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, salsa, merengue and mambo. Squats and lunges can also be included. Moving in sync to music will make you work hard and help you build endurance, tone muscles, and build definition. Bring water and a towel.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $50.

• Instructor: Donna Hyer
• 10 Weeks $55
• 6:00-8:30 PM
• Library Lounge – Colonie Central High School

Learn the basics and/or learn the proper way to put a quilt together. Have fun and make a lap quilt in the 10- week session.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $50.

All classes begin Wednesday, Oct. 2 unless otherwise noted

• Instructor: Janet Murphy
• 10 Weeks, 7:15 to 8 p.m.
• $70/Couple
• Cafeteria - Roessleville Elementary School

Learn the basic steps of the Fox Trot, Cha Cha, Rumba and Waltz. A course for couples getting married or just for fun!

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $65 per couple.

• Instructor: Janet Murphy
• 10 Weeks, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
• $70/Couple
• Cafeteria - Roessleville Elementary School

Now that you know the basic steps of the Fox Trot, Cha Cha, Rhumba and Waltz, it’s time to kick it up a notch!

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $65 per couple.

• Instructor: Tammy Thayer
• 10 Weeks, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• $65
• Gym - Forest Park Elementary School

Learn basic skills and knowledge of the game in a relaxed noncompetitive, non-aggressive, fun filled atmosphere. Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $60.

• Instructor: George Ruth
• 10 Weeks, 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. 
• $25
• Gym – Lisha Kill Middle School (new gym)

This is for the intermediate to advanced level player who would like to imrove their skills in a competitive, friendly atmosphere. Class is NOT for beginners. 

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – not applicable for this course.

• Instructor: Theresa Somaio
• 10 Weeks, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• $60
• Room 132 – Colonie Central High School

Explore still life, landscape and portrait painting in oils. Bring your own painting projects to work on or work with the instructor’s set ups and photos. All levels of experience are welcome to attend this painting workshop. Materials list will be handed out on the first night of class, but bring a small canvas and whatever materials you have. The instructor has been teaching art to adults and children for over twenty years.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $55.

• Instructor: Donna Hyer
• 10 Weeks, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
• $55
• Library Lounge– Colonie Central High School

Work on your own projects with the help and expertise of other knowledgeable quilters. Special group projects and demonstrations during the session. 

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $50.

All classes begin beginning Oct. 10 unless otherwise noted (October 3- District closed for Rosh Hashanah).

• Instructor: Christa Grant
• 8 Weeks, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• $60
• Cafeteria – Shaker Road Elementary School

Feel the beats and join the fun! Zumba Fitness is a high energy, high calorie burning dance workout that combines a variety of international and latin-inspired rhythms. You will have a great aerobic and exhilarating workout while dancing to merengue, hip hop, salsa, bollywood and other.

Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $55

• Instructor: Shirley Trzaskos
• 10 Weeks, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• $50
• Library Lounge – Colonie Central High School

This class is for a novice in need of the basics, or someone beyond the basics who needs assistance now and then. Beginners should bring worsted weight bright color yarn and a crochet hook no smaller than H and no larger than K. Intermediates should bring your own project or choose from a variety of my patterns. Colonie Senior Courtesy Card Fee – $45.

Do you have knowledge of a subject or a specific skill you could share with others? If so, the South Colonie Continuing Education program could be for you. The district is always in need of new instructors to teach classes during the fall and spring semesters.

Most classes meet once a week in the evening for 8-10 weeks. We also offer one-night and two-night workshops. We need instructors for gardening, computer skills, foreign languages, crafts, yoga, home improvement and more. If you have an idea, tell us about it. New ideas are always welcome. Teachers are paid per course.

If you are interested, please send a letter of interest and resume to Anjelieeque Martinez, Continuing Education Coordinator, South Colonie Central School District, 102 Loralee Drive, Albany, NY 12205. For more information, please contact Anjelieeque Martinez at (518) 869-3576. Specific requests have been made for the classes listed below – if you have knowledge in any of these areas, think about sharing!

These areas include Sewing, Nutrition, Writing Courses, Foreign Languages, iPhone (beginners), iPhone (advanced), Macbook Clinic (beginners), Facebook (beginners), Facebook for Business (Intermediate), Basic Home Maintenance, How to Become a Vegetarian, Beginning Digital Camera Use, Recognizing Plants in our area, Bridge, Speed Reading, Stained Glass, Graphic Design.