Fall 2023

HOW TO STOP NEGATIVE SELF-TALK 15+ YRS Jessie Barth Following “Healthy Thinking; Healthy You” and “The Art of Being: Language and Mindset” this Fall offering is the third in the 2023 series of Single-speak classes taught by Jessie Barth. Barth pioneered her practical system of thinking in classes called “How To Build A Million Dollar Vocabulary” at The Learning Annex in New York City. In each fun and enlightening class, participants learn how to gain dominion over dualistic thinking and eradicate negative self-talk through a deeper understanding of the English vocabulary. The only requirement is an inquisitive an open mind. 443382 A 7-9 pm M 10/9 Senior Center Bldg 1, Rm 104 $26 R | $31 NR THANKSGIVING FLORAL CENTERPIECE 15+ YRS Kelly Newman, The Flower Bee Blooms Create your very own centerpiece for the Thanksgiving table! Learn professional floral design as you are coached through the process by Kelly Newman of The Flower Bee Blooms. All materials included. 443360 A 6-7:30 pm M 11/20 Senior Center Bldg 1, Rm 105 $59 R | $70 NR UNDERSTANDING THE JEWISH HOLIDAY OF HANUKKAH | 16+ YRS David Binkovitz Hanukkah is probably one of the best known Jewish holidays. Yet Hanukkah is traditionally a minor religious Jewish holiday. Its significance, however has grown among American Jews. In this class, we learn why this has occurred and many other fascinating aspects about Hanukkah. David Binkovitz, a member of Congregation Beth Tikvah and the Columbus Jewish Historical Society, discusses Hanukkah’s historical and religious background, its traditions and how 12/6 Municipal Services Center, Lower Level Meeting Room $7 R | $9 NR Adult BEGINNING BRIDGE | 18+ YRS Marsha Reall Have fun and make new friends learning the world’s most exciting game! This class is ideal for the new player and for those returning to learn modern bidding techniques. We focus on No Trump, the Majors and the Minors. Each class consists of a mini-lecture, discussion of a worksheet and playing prepared hands. 443006 A 2:45-4:45 pm Th 9/7-10/26 (skip 9/21,10/19) Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 $82 R | $98 NR O 6 sessions the holiday is celebrated. 443003 A 7-8:30 pm W

REFRESHER BRIDGE | 18+ YRS Marsha Reall

This class is ideal for the experienced beginner as well as the player who needs a refresher or review of modern bridge. We examine basic bidding and card playing techniques, then set up guidelines for Overcalls, Take-Out Doubles, Slam Bidding, etc. Each class consists of a mini-lecture, discussion of a worksheet

and playing prepared hands. 443007 A 10 am-Noon F Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 $82 R | $98 NR O

9/8-10/13

6 sessions ADVANCED BRIDGE: POPULAR CONVENTIONS 18+ YRS Marsha Reall This is an advanced, comprehensive class that examines several Bridge conventions including: “Disturb Opponents No Trump (DONT) Weak 2 responses using OGUST, Puppet Stay man, Reverses, Negative and Support Doubles.” In addition to daily worksheets, extra practice hands are provided to differentiate between similar bidding situations. Bridge knowledge is required. 443008 A 12:30-2:30 pm Th 9/7-10/26 (skip 9/21,10/19) Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 $82 R | $98 NR O 6 sessions INTRO TO VOICEOVERS | 18+ YRS Will Kamp, Such A Voice In what could be the most enlightening two hours you’ve ever spent, this class shows you how you can actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos and more. Most people go about it the wrong way. In this introductory class, you learn about a unique, outside the box way to break into this creative, fulfilling and potentially lucrative industry. Voice-overs can be managed on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time and with minimal overhead! Whether you choose to pursue voice-overs part-time or full-time, this could be the game changer you’ve been looking for. 443121 A 6:30-8:30 pm Tu 9/12 Municipal Services Center, Lower Level Meeting Room $40 R | $48 NR AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE FOR BEGINNERS 18+ YRS Columbus Speech & Hearing Center Staff Learning ASL provides many great benefits such as increased mindfulness of emotional and body language communication, greater cognitive flexibility and improved cultural sensitivity and awareness. Establish the foundation necessary to communicate effectively with Deaf and hard-of-hearing people. Learn the manual alphabet, engage in basic conversations using American Sign Language, work on understanding facial expression and body language and learn about and recognize the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the American Deaf culture. 443388 A 3:30-4:30 pm M 9/18-10/23 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 $80 R | $96 NR O 6 sessions

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