ADULT PROGRAMS - Needham Public Schools

NCE 

Needham Community Education 

ADULT 

PROGRAMS 

NEEDHAM ADULT EDUCATION CATALOG | FALL 2013 

Great Classes 

Great Prices! 

Living Green in Needham p. 6 

Draw, Paint & Create p. 7 & 9 

Tap, Stretch – Relax! p. 13 & 14 

Sip, Taste & Brew p. 21 

NEW Olin Lectures p. 26 

A CLASS FOR YOU! REGISTER NOW!

NEEDHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS 

SUPERINTENDENT 

Daniel E. Gutekanst 

NEEDHAM SCHOOL COMMITTEE 

Joseph P. Barnes, Chair 

Michael Greis, Vice-Chair 

Connie Barr 

Heidi Black 

Susan B. Neckes 

Kim Marie Nicols 

CATALOG 

Cover Photo: Thomas Gaitley, www.thomasgaitley.com 

Catalog Design: Carrie Verville 

Catalog Layout: Jen Treacy 

NEEDHAM COMMUNITY 

EDUCATION 

Needham Community Education (NCE) is an office of 

the Needham Public Schools and combines a number 

of out-of-school time programs into one administrative 

office. Programs are self-sustaining and include Adult 

programs, High School programs, Elementary and Middle 

School programs, a Kindergarten After School program, 

and Summer Programs. 

Through our Adult Education program, we hope to 

provide quality lifelong learning experiences that are 

accessible to a wide range of community members – 

sometimes including TEENS and CHILDREN. 

View this catalog online on the adult education page of 

the Needham Public Schools website at www.needham. 

k12.ma.us and click on Community Ed and Adult 

Education. 

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY 

It is the policy of Needham Public Schools 

not to discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, 

national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, 

age or disability in its education programs, services, 

activities or employment practices. 

NEEDHAM COMMUNITY 

EDUCATION STAFF 

Director, Needham Community Education 

Diane Simmons 

Diane_Simmons@needham.k12.ma.us 

Director, Adult, High School and Middle School 

Programs, and Summer Remedial 

Mary Grace Summergrad 

Mary_Grace_Summergrad@needham.k12.ma.us 

Director, Elementary and Summer Programs and 

Community Volunteer Program 

Amy Goldman 

Amy_Goldman@needham.k12.ma.us 

Director, Kindgarten Program (KASE) 

Connie Leonard 

Connie_Leonard@needham.k12.ma.us 

Registrar and Marketing Manager 

Ron Rizzuto 

Ron_Rizzuto@needham.k12.ma.us 

Accounting 

Deb Tormey 

Deb_Tormey@needham.k12.ma.us 

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NEEDHAM COMMUNITY EDUCATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

NCE: ADULT PROGRAMS 


School Administration Building, 1st Floor 

1330 Highland Avenue 

Needham, MA 02492 

Telephone: 781-455-0400 x235 

Fax: 781-455-0417 

Website: www.needham.k12.ma.us and click on 

Community Ed and Adult Education 

Office Hours: 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday 

BECOME A NEEDHAM PUBLIC 

SCHOOLS COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER! 

The Needham Public Schools Community Volunteer 

program offers you the opportunity to give back to 

the community in a meaningful way, while engaging 

with the students, administrators, and teachers who 

make the Needham Public Schools so special. As 

a volunteer, you are matched with the volunteer 

opportunity that best suits your skill-set and personality. 

You will receive orientation and training prior to 

beginning your placement. 

For information and an application, contact Amy 

Goldman, Community Volunteer Director, at 781-455- 

0400 x214 or Amy_Goldman@needham.k12.ma.us 

I want to let you know how 

impressed I am with Needham 

Adult Ed. I found the whole 

process – from registration 

through use of the evaluation 

forms – to be professional and 

student friendly. 

– Student in several spring classes 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

General Information............................................. 1 

Note from the Director......................................... 2 

Classes by Day................................................... 3 

Class Locations................................................... 4 

Needham High School Map................................ 5 

Course Descriptions............................................ 6 

Instructor Biographies....................................... 33 

Registration Form.............................................. 40 

Policies & Registration............. Inside Back Cover 

FALL 2013 OFFERINGS 

Special Events..................................................... 6 

Art........................................................................ 7 

Business & Careers............................................. 8 

Computer & Online Learning .............................. 8 

Crafts & Skills...................................................... 9 

Dance ............................................................... 13 

Exercise, Health & Well-Being........................... 14 

Finance ............................................................. 20 

Food, Wine & Beer............................................ 21 

Hobbies............................................................. 23 

Home & Garden ............................................... 24 

Humanities, Math & Science ............................ 26 

Languages......................................................... 28 

Music................................................................. 29 

Recreation......................................................... 29 

Writing & Speaking ........................................... 30 

Classes for Teens: SAT Preparation ................. 31 

All programs can be made handicapped accessible. 

If you have any disability that would require special 

accommodations, please call the NCE office. 

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A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR 

NCE 




Dear Community Members, 

Welcome to the 2013 fall term of Needham Adult Education! 

We are pleased to offer almost TWO DOZEN NEW classes, along with over fifty long-standing favorites. We hope you 

find one or more classes you are eager to take! 

Our program continues to grow – thanks to our talented and enthusiastic staff of teachers who attract an increasing number 

of students of all ages. Check out the photos interspersed throughout the catalog to get a sense of the range of students taking 

classes – from senior citizens to seniors in high school. A few classes are designed for parents and children to take together, so 

younger children can attend too! 

Our students report so many positive experiences in our classes…we think you will too! 

JOIN US to… 

 

 

 

 

 

LEARN NEW SKILLS in classes like Photoshop or Excel for Beginners 

GET IN SHAPE with a dance or exercise class such as Zumba or Hula Hooping 

MEET NEW PEOPLE and enjoy the social connections that can happen in a small language or craft class 

HAVE FUN trying something new, on your own or with friends 

EXPAND YOUR UNDERSTANDING about an interesting topic through one of the Living 

Green In Needham presentations or an Olin Lecture. 

WE ARE SO SURE… that you will enjoy our classes that we will be happy to refund the course fee if you are not satisfied 

with a class you choose (for multi-session classes only). We only ask that you contact us before the second class session to let us 

know what about the class did not meet your expectations. This will help us continue to improve the quality of our offerings and 

the clarity of the course descriptions. 

REGISTER SOON…to avoid disappointment – many of our classes have enrollment limits, and the POPULAR classes 

fill quickly. Please see the back inside cover for the 4 Easy Ways to Register. 

See you in class! 

Mary Grace Summergrad 

Program Director 


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MONDAY 

• Early AM Boot Camp*, 16 

• Job Search Strategies, 8 

• Intro to Digital Photography, 9 

• Photoshop, 10 

• Upholstery, 11 

• Tap Dance, 14 

• Zumba Toning, 15 

• Nia, 16 

• 20/20/20 Workout, 15 

• Rev Up: How To Lose Weight & 

Increase Energy, 20 

• Low Maintenance Gardening: Fall, 25 

• SAT Prep, 31 

TUESDAY 

• EasYoga For Older Adults*, 17 

• Watercolor Workshop*, 7 

• Beginning Bridge*, 23 

• Watercolor Workshop, 7 

• Excel For Beginners, 9 

• Knitting, 10 

• Belly Dancing, 13 

• Pilates – Adv. Beginning, 14 

• Spinning, 16 

• Self-Defense: Combat Sambo (for 

adults & children), 18 

• Now What Navigating Life’s 

Transitions, 19 

• Cheese Class at Wasik’s, 21 

• Interior Decorating: Quick Tips & 

Easy Solutions, 24 NEW 

• Organizing for the Holidays, 24 

• Extreme Couponing, 25 

• Olin Lecture: Numbersight: Through 

Meaning to Mastery of the Numbers 

Around You, 27 

• Olin Lecture: What Is Energy A 

Brief Introduction to the Laws of 

Thermodynamics , 27 NEW 

• Conversational Spanish, 28 

• Jumpstart Your Writing, 30 

• SAT Refresher, 31 


CLASSES BY DAY 

WEDNESDAY 

• Early AM Boot Camp*, 16 

• Special Event: Climate Reality, 6 NEW 

• Solar 101, 6 

• Green Products: For You & Your 

Home, 7 NEW 

• Revitalizing Your LinkedIn Profile, 8 NEW 

• Word I, 8 

• 20/20/20 Workout, 15 

• Intro to Vinyasa Flow Yoga, 17 NEW 

• Sensitive Touch Massage, 19 

• Financial Planning for Women, 20 

• A Primer on Estate Planning, 20 

• Chocolate Making at Serenade, 22 NEW 

• Gluten-Free Cooking, 22 

• Gluten-Free Baking, 22 

• De-Clutter, Simplify – Get Organized!, 24 

• Sell Your House Yourself – 

Successfully!, 25 NEW 

• Olin Lecture: Airfoils, Brains, and 3D 

Printing, 26 NEW 

• French: Beyond Beginning, 28 

• Beginning Spanish, 28 

• Beginning Piano, 29 

• Ukulele for the Almost Musical, 29 NEW 


THURSDAY 

• Drawing & Perception*, 7 NEW 

• Improving Workplace 

Communication, 8 NEW 

• Sewing FUN-damentals, 11 NEW 

• Mosaic Workshop, 11 NEW 

• Zumba, 13 

• Hula Hooping, 14 

• Spinning, 16 

• Intro to Tai Chi, 17 

• Yoga for Everybody, 17 

• Self-Defense: Combat Sambo (for 

adults & children), 18 

• Meditation, 19 

• Meditation Practice Group, 19 NEW 

• Brew Your Own Beer, 22 

• Wine & Cheese Tasting, 22 NEW 

• Bridge Clinic, 24 

• Olin Lecture: Microbial Diversity: The 

Good, the Bad, and the Amazing, 26 

• Olin Lecture: Transduction in 

Engineering, 27 NEW 

• French Cinema, 28 

FRIDAY 

(No Classes on Fridays) 

SATURDAY 

• Special Event: Diversity Summit*, 6 

• Stone Carving Workshops*, 12 NEW 

• Parent/Child Glass Fusing* , 12 

• Parent/Child Mosaic Workshop*, 12 NEW 

• Zumba*, 13 

• Charles River Canoe & Kayak: Eco- 

Tour*, 29 NEW 

• Charles River Canoe & Kayak: 

Moonlight Tour, 30 NEW 

• SAT Refresher*, 31 

• PSAT Crash*, 31 

• Free Practice SAT Test*, 31 

• SAT Prep*, 31 

SUNDAY 

• Cooking with Dave at Sweet Basil*, 21 

• Wine Tasting at Sweet Basil*, 23 NEW 

ANY DAY 

• Advanced Driver Training* 

• Free Online Learning* 

• *Daytime Classes 

• Page numbers follow course 

names for easy reference 

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CLASS LOCATIONS 

NEEDHAM HIGH SCHOOL, 609 WEBSTER STREET 

See map of Needham High School on page 5 for more details or view a detailed Campus Map at www.needham.k12.ma.us 

(click on Community Ed and Adult Ed.) 

For many classrooms, including those in the 200s, 400s and 700s, the easiest entrance is through the new lobby, which can 

be accessed from the parking lot on Webster Street. There will either be signs or a staff member to direct you to your class. 

For classes in the 600s, 800s or 900s, it is easier to use an entrance off of the front parking lot at the top of Admiral Gracey 

Drive (off of Kingsbury Street). From the parking lot, you can enter the building on the far left of the school, using the bank of 

doors next to the gym. 

From Wellesley: Take Great Plain Avenue through Needham center. Take a left at the first traffic light after business district 

onto Webster Street. Go about 1/2 mile; the High School will be on your left, just beyond Kingsbury Street, with a parking lot in 

front, facing Webster Street. 

From Dedham: Take Dedham Avenue (Rte. 135) towards Needham Center. About 1/2 mile past Defazio Field on right, make 

a right onto Webster Street. Go straight through light at Great Plain Avenue. Go about 1/2 mile more; the High School will be 

on your left, just beyond Kingsbury Street, with a parking lot in front, facing Webster Street. 

From Newton: Take Needham Street (becomes Highland Avenue in Needham). Cross over 1-95/128. At second light, take 

a left onto Webster Street. Proceed 1/2 mile to the back of the High School, on your right. Use the parking lot off of Webster 

Street to access the new main lobby entrance. 

POLLARD MIDDLE SCHOOL, 200 HARRIS AVENUE 

Located on Harris Ave. between Great Plain Ave. and Dedham Ave. From Needham Center, take Dedham Ave. Take second 

left onto Harris Ave. School is 1/4 mile ahead on the right. 

HIGH ROCK SCHOOL, 77 FERNDALE ROAD 

From Needham Center, take Great Plain Ave. west towards Wellesley. Make a left onto Linden St., go about 1/4 mile and 

then make a right onto Sylvan Rd. Make the next right onto Ferndale Rd. into the front parking lot of High Rock. 

BROADMEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 120 BROAD MEADOW ROAD 

From Needham Center, take Great Plain Avenue towards Dedham. Follow Great Plain Avenue 3/4 mile to Hersey train station 

on right. Take next left onto Broad Meadow Road. Follow Broad Meadow Road 1/4 mile to school on right. 

ELIOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 135 WELLESLEY AVENUE 

Located off of Central Avenue about 1/2 mile from the Newton line. From Central Avenue, take Cedar Street, and make the 1st 

left onto Wellesley Avenue. School driveway is straight ahead at stop sign. 

NEWMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1155 CENTRAL AVENUE 

Located on Central Avenue near the intersection with Great Plain Avenue. From Needham Center, take Great Plain Avenue 

towards Wellesley. Take a left at the light of Central Avenue. The driveway to the school will be a short distance on your right. 

FIRST PARISH UNITARIAN-UNIVERSALIST CHURCH, 23 DEDHAM AVENUE 

Located at the corner of Dedham Avenue and Great Plain Avenue. Parking is available in the CVS parking lot behind the 

church. 

THE CENTER AT THE HEIGHTS (New Senior Center), 300 HILLSIDE AVENUE 

Located at the corner of Hillside Avenue and West Street, near the Needham Heights stop on the commuter rail. 

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CLASS LOCATIONS 

NEEDHAM HIGH SCHOOL 

Room Locations 

PARKING 

p 

Highland Avenue 

Enter here for rooms in: 

-600s (1 st floor) 

-800s (2 nd floor) 

-900s (3 rd floor) 

p 

PARKING 

Webster Street 

Enter here for rooms in: 

-200s & Cafeteria (1 st floor) 

-400s (2 nd floor) 

-700s (3 rd floor) 

Admiral Gracey Drive 

p 

one way 

p 

Oakland Ave. 

Kingsbury Street 

Scan for a more detailed map of room locations at Needham High School, or view the 

Campus Map at www.needham.k12.ma.us (click on Community Ed and Adult Ed.) 

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SPECIAL EVENTS 

SPECIAL SERIES: LIVING 

GREEN IN NEEDHAM 

SPECIAL EVENT: NCE PARTNERS ON 

DIVERSITY SUMMIT 

Needham Community Education is proud to be a 

partner in support of the second annual Needham 

Diversity Summit on Saturday, October 19, 2013, 

9am-3pm at Needham High School. Now in its 

second year, the Summit brings together community 

leaders, friends, neighbors, and students for this event 

designed to explore, foster, strengthen, and celebrate 

Needham’s diversity – of socioeconomic status, race, 

sexual orientation, gender, religion, ethnic identity, 

and age. The annual occasion aims to create a 

network of people committed to creating an equitable 

and welcoming town, and to challenging Needham 

residents to think in new ways about our evolving 

community. Any individual, group or organization 

(formal or informal) that is interested in learning more 

and taking action is encouraged to participate. Last 

year, over 125 community members attended the 

Summit; this year we look forward to even greater 

participation. We hope to see you there! For more 

information visit our website http://rwd1.needham. 

k12.ma.us/community_education/diversity_summit 

or our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ 

NeedhamDiversitySummit 

11910 No fee, but registration is required 

1 Saturday @ NHS 9am-3:30pm 

October 19 

Practical info on benefits of 

each system – excellent, very 

well done! 

– Student in the Solar 101 class 

Needham Community Education is pleased to partner 

with members of the Green Needham Collaborative 

and others to present this series of informative 

workshops on sustainable “green” living. 

NEW 

CLIMATE REALITY 

Quentin Prideaux, Presenter 

Join us for a thought-provoking presentation on the 

impacts and causes of climate changes, the actions we 

need to take, and what it all means for Massachusetts 

and the Northeast. The presenter, Quentin Prideaux, 

joined the Climate Reality Project in 2012, and was 

trained as a Climate Leader by former Vice President 

and Nobel Laureate Al Gore. He will discuss why 

some have been confused about the science, and 

although the subject is serious, the tone will be positive 

and lighthearted where possible. A question and 

answer period will be included. 

10939 $10 

1 Wednesday @ Broadmeadow Performance Center 

7-8:30pm 

October 9 

The Climate Reality Project, founded and chaired 

by former Vice President and Nobel Laureate 

Al Gore, is dedicated to unleashing a global 

cultural movement demanding action on the 

climate crisis. Despite overwhelming international 

scientific consensus on climate change, the global 

community still lacks the resolve to implement 

meaningful solutions. The Climate Reality 

Project exists to forge an unwavering bedrock of 

impassioned support necessary for urgent action. 

For more information, go to climaterealityproject.org 

SOLAR 101 

Michael Greis and Nick Hill, Instructors, Members of 

Green Needham Collaborative 

Have you wondered if solar is right for your house 

If so, join us for Green Needham’s Solar 101, an 

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SPECIAL EVENTS / ART 

introduction and guide to residential solar energy 

for homeowners. We will explain the technology 

and terminology of solar PV (photovoltaic) and solar 

thermal systems, the criteria homeowners should 

consider before proceeding, and acquisition and 

financing options (lease versus purchase). We will also 

cover the questions that homeowners should ask of 

installers, and tips from Needham residents who have 

been through the process. Following the presentation, 

several Needham homeowners and installers will be 

available for questions and consultation. 

10928 $10 

1 Wednesday @ NHS Room 404 7-9pm 

November 6 

The Green Needham Collaborative is a 

community-based organization that brings 

together Needham residents, businesses, 

community groups, municipal government, 

and schools to build a sustainable community 

through collaborative efforts on energy and the 

environment. 

NEW 

GREEN PRODUCTS: FOR 

YOU & YOUR HOME 

Jennifer Gibbs, Instructor 

Do you ever walk into a store and feel completely 

overwhelmed by the array of personal care and home 

cleaning products and their claims to be safe and 

natural If so, this class is for you! We will cover some 

of the most ubiquitous ingredients to avoid along with 

some great alternative products. You don’t have to be 

a scientist to understand how to read labels and make 

educated choices. This class will arm you with the 

tools you need to navigate the aisles of the drug and 

grocery stores with confidence that you are buying the 

best and safest products for yourself and your family. 

10941 $25 

1 Wednesday @ NHS Room 206 7-8:30pm 

October 23 

ART 

NEW 

DRAWING & PERCEPTION 

Cara Studds, Instructor 

Join us to discover your own innate artistic ability! 

This class is designed for those with little or no prior 

drawing training who may have the mistaken notion 

that learning to draw well is only possible for those 

fortunate enough to have “born talent”. Those with 

some prior drawing instruction are also encouraged to 

join us to further develop their skills, as this alternative 

approach to drawing often leads to artistic growth. 

We will engage in projects that involve perceptual 

studies, looking at different types of sensory input to 

inform our drawing as it relates to perception of edges, 

spaces, relationships, lights and shadows, and linear 

perspective. A materials list will be posted by class title 

on the district website www.needham.k12.ma.us under 

Community Ed and Adult Education. Limited to 12. 

10132 $109 

7 Thursdays @ NHS Room 903 4:30-6:30pm 

October 3 – November 21 (no class October 10) 

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP 

Lavonne Suwalski, Instructor 

The soft hues and translucent quality of watercolors 

make them a uniquely appealing medium. Join us as 

we learn various watercolor techniques and experiment 

with colors and textures. Drawing is an integral part 

of this class, but no experience is necessary – we will 

learn and practice in a fun, supportive environment! 

Please note that this class is open to both beginning 

students and those with some experience with 

watercolors. A materials list will be posted by class title 

on the district website www.needham.k12.ma.us under 

Community Ed and Adult Education. Limited to 16. 

10104.1 $109 

8 Tuesdays @ NHS Room 907 4-6pm 

October 1 – November 19 

10104.2 $109 

8 Tuesdays @ NHS Room 907 6:30-8:30pm 


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BUSINESS & CAREERS / COMPUTERS 

BUSINESS & CAREERS 

NEW 

IMPROVING YOUR 

WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION 

Emily Keller and Robert Deutsch, Instructors 

Do you wish you could be more successful at work 

Effective communication in email, writing and public 

speaking are keys to this goal. Unsure how to make 

improvements in these areas This class could 

be the inspiration you need to step up your quality 

and change how you are perceived by your boss, 

colleagues, clients, or employees. You will learn how 

to use the appropriate tone and content for successful 

PowerPoint presentations, reports and interoffice 

communication. The class will look at actual business 

writing samples – from the best to the bloopers – to 

help illustrate what makes for effective workplace 

writing. Join us for useful tips and advice, presented in 

a supportive and unthreatening environment (students 

will not be asked to share writing unless comfortable 

doing so). Limited to 16. 

11809 $55 

2 Thursdays @ NHS Room 206 6:30-8:30 

October 17, 24 

JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES THAT 

GET RESULTS 

Ingrid Goldbloom Bloch, Instructor 

Are your job search methods getting you results Do 

you post countless résumés on-line and never hear 

a word Did you know that less than 1% of jobs are 

gotten through answering ads In this workshop you will 

learn how to streamline your job search process. You will 

learn how to find unadvertised jobs and how to optimize 

résumé-tracking systems to get your résumé noticed. 

You will learn networking tips to make the process 

painless and we will discuss how to use LinkedIn for 

your job search. Please note: this workshop is geared 

for individuals who are clear about which career/field of 

work they are pursuing. Limited to 15. 

12102 $35 

1 Monday @ NHS Room 202 7-9pm 

October 21 

NEW 

REVITALIZING YOUR 

LINKEDIN PROFILE 

Cathy Merlo, Instructor 

Are you looking for ways to re-energize your LinkedIn 

profile Come learn about the nine essential elements 

your profile needs to grab a reader’s attention. 

Discover the ways recruiters read your profile and why 

recommendations are important. Learn about ways 

to maximize the site and other benefits of being a 

member. Bring your laptop or a copy of your profile so 

you can determine which areas of your account need 

additional attention. Limited to 15. 

12107 $30 

1 Wednesday @ NHS Room 404 7-8:30pm 

October 30 

COMPUTERS & ONLINE 

LEARNING 

WORD I 

Josephine Antonellis, Instructor 

In this beginner level course, students will gain a solid 

understanding of the basic concepts and features in 

Word. The course will primarily cover creating and 

revising documents. You will learn how to format 

text; add header and footer information; and enhance 

documents by adding WordArt, inserting pictures, 

shapes, borders, and tables. This class is designed 

for students who have little or no experience using 

Word. Bring a USB flash drive to class if you want 

to take home your work and examples. This course 

will be taught in a Mac lab, but the skills acquired 

will transfer readily for PC users. Experience using 

personal computers is strongly recommended, along 

with comfort using Macs. Limited to 12. 

10205 $115 

4 Wednesdays @ Broadmeadow Room 186 (Computer 

Lab) 6:30-8:30pm 

October 2 – 23 

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COMPUTERS & ONLINE LEARNING / CRAFTS 

EXCEL FOR BEGINNERS 

Josephine Antonellis, Instructor 

Discover how easy it is to create and use spreadsheets 

for home, school or office. In this course you will learn the 

essential basics of Excel: how to enter data; format a cell, 

table or worksheet; create simple calculations; and create 

charts. This class is designed for students who have little 

or no experience using Excel. Bring a USB flash drive to 

class if you want to take home your work and examples. 

This course will be taught in a Mac lab, but the skills 

acquired will transfer readily for PC users. Experience 

using personal computers is strongly recommended, 

along with comfort using Macs. Limited to 12. 

10204 $115 

4 Tuesdays @ Broadmeadow Room 186 (Computer 

Lab) 6:30-8:30pm 

November 12 – December 3 

I loved the teacher! Very 

helpful and knowledgeable! 

– Student in Josephine Antonellis’ Excel class 

FREE ONLINE LEARNING 

For Needham Residents Only 

The Needham Public Library offers hundreds of 

free courses online (for Needham residents only) 

through Universal Class. With a growing catalog 

of over 540 courses, Universal Class is committed 

to providing only the most affordable and highest 

quality online training. Go to the Needham Town 

website www.needhamma.gov and click on link 

for the Library. On the library website, use the link 

for online databases and then enter your library 

card number (no spaces) – this will take you to the 

Needham Library Database page. The databases 

are listed alphabetically; look for Adult Education 

– Universal Class. In order to see course 

descriptions and to get started, you will need to 

register using your name and email address. 

CRAFTS & SKILLS 

INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL 

PHOTOGRAPHY 

Sam Liggero, Instructor 

Designed for the amateur photographer, this course 

will help you develop a basic understanding of digital 

cameras and accessories, as well as provide many 

practical tips on how to get good results from your 

camera under most shooting conditions. Students 

should bring their camera (compact or single lens 

reflex) and camera manual to class. Topics to be 

covered include how digital cameras work, memory 

cards, features and benefits of many currently 

available digital cameras, use of manual and automatic 

modes, lighting and composition, and how to organize, 

access and back up images in a computer. We will 

also review some common mistakes made by amateur 

digital photographers and how to avoid them. Printing 

and scanning options will be briefly reviewed and 

demonstrated. Also, basic editing will be discussed 

and demonstrated. Reference materials, including 

all lecture slides from class, will be available online. 

Familiarity with Windows or Macintosh operating 

systems, while not required, but will be helpful to the 

student. Limited to 14. 

10355 $110 

5 Mondays @ NHS Room 204 6:30-9pm 

September 30 – November 4 (no class October 14) 

Getting hands-on help in Photoshop 

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Great class. Learning is 

absolute fun with a great 

teacher. 

–– Student in Sam Liggero’s Photoshop class 

PHOTOSHOP FOR DIGITAL 

PHOTOGRAPHERS 

Sam Liggero, Instructor 

This course is designed for amateur digital 

photographers who would like to learn more about 

image editing and creation using Adobe Photoshop 

or Photoshop Elements. The course consists of 

four hands-on image editing classes using i-Mac 

computers and Adobe Photoshop CS3. You will learn 

how to adjust image size, exposure, color, sharpness, 

and other parameters using several Photoshop 

tools and techniques, including adjustment layers, 

masks, and filters. You will also learn how to make 

composite images and montages, selectively change 

one portion or element of an image, and add text to 

images. Multiple Photoshop shortcuts to enhance 

productivity will be demonstrated and discussed, 

and the differences between RAW and JPG image 

formats will be explained. You will have access 

to the instructor’s website which includes several 

video tutorials addressing Photoshop techniques. 

Prerequisite: basic navigation skills on the computer. 

It is recommended that students have taken the Intro. 

to Digital Photography class or are comfortable using 

their cameras. Limited to 12. 

10391 $110 

5 Mondays @ NHS Room 809 6:30-9pm 

November 18 – December 16 

FIND YOUR INNER FOODIE! 

For classes on various culinary skills, such as 

cooking, baking, and beer brewing, see the FOOD, 

WINE & BEER offerings starting on page 21. 

Instructor posing with knitting project 

KNITTING: BEGINNING & BEYOND 

Maria Elena Lynch, Instructor 

Join this multi-level knitting class, perfect for beginners 

to learn the basics, including how to cast on, knit, purl, 

and bind off. Class is also appropriate for those with 

some experience knitting who wish to practice and 

perfect their skills. The instructor will bring knitting 

needles and sample yarns to the first class to teach 

the basic skills, and will provide instructions on how 

to choose a project for the course. The Black Sheep 

Knitting Company, at 1500 Highland Ave. in Needham, 

offers a 10% discount on supplies for students in this 

class. Please bring your email confirmation from our 

NCE office (confirming your registration in the class) 

to the shop before the second class so the staff can 

assist you in choosing your project. Students are also 

welcome to bring a basic unfinished project to class, if 

they choose. Limited to 10. 

10324 $109 



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UPHOLSTERY 

Mike Woloshyn, Instructor 

If you’ve put up with old, tired upholstery because 

of the expense of hiring a professional, then join 

this class and learn to do-it-yourself, and create a 

beautiful, “like-new” piece of furniture. The class will 

focus on reupholstering a chair (small chairs are 

recommended, since they will need to be brought to 

and from each class). Learn all the steps of upholstery, 

including stripping the chair, choosing and determining 

the amount of fabric, and making cushions. Bring 

tack hammer, tack puller, good scissors, pliers, and 

chair to the first class. Note: it is recommended that 

the upholstery tools be purchased at New England 

Upholstery Supplies in Quincy or at the Fabric Place 

Basement in Natick. Instructions on purchasing fabric 

will be provided in class. Some basic sewing skills 

are recommended since some upholstery projects 

will involve sewing. (Use the back entrance to Pollard 

Middle School, off of Bradford St. Park in back lot, and 

enter through doors near the gyms.) Limited to 12. 

10312 $115 

8 Mondays @ Pollard School Room 104 6:30-9:30pm 

October 7 – December 9 (no class October 14 & 

November 11) 

Getting ready to cut fabric in Upholstery 

NEW 

SEWING FUN-DAMENTALS 

Catherine Gentile, Instructor 

Have you always wanted to learn machine sewing 

If so, join us for this beginning class, designed for 

those with little or no experience. We will make a 

stylish shoulder bag that is large enough to carry an 

iPad or tablet and includes a zippered pocket. Please 

stop into the shop for the materials list and pick out 

your fabrics and notions a few days before the class 

begins; note that course fee does not include cost 

of materials. You will also be able to see a sample 

of the project in the shop. You can also download 

the materials list from the store website www. 

buttonboxsewing.com. Limited to 10. 

10310 $80 

5 Thursdays @ The Button Box at 5 Overbrook Drive, 

Wellesley 7-9pm 

October 17 – November 21 (no class on October 31) 

NEW 

MOSAIC WORKSHOP 

Michel L’Huillier, Instructor 

This workshop will teach you the basics of the 

mosaic process, which incorporates pieces of glass 

or ceramic with grout. During the first class, you will 

learn to cut glass and sketch a design to fit a 10” by 

10” base. You can then refine the design at home if 

needed before the second class. During the second 

class, you will choose your glass, and cut and glue 

the pieces on the base. At the third and final class, 

you will grout, clean and finish your mosaic piece. A 

materials fee of $45 is payable to the instructor at the 

first class for all of the materials needed and use of 

the tools. Students are encouraged to bring to class 

any pieces of glass, ceramic or broken china of their 

own they would like to incorporate into their piece. 

Students should bring a sketchpad and safety glasses 

to class, and be sure to wear closed-toed shoes. 

Limited to 15. 

10333 $105 

3 Thursdays @ NHS Room 807 6:30-9:30pm 

October 3 – 24 (no class October 10) 

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NEW 

STONE CARVING 

WORKSHOPS 

Scott Cahaly, Instructor 

Join us for a one-day workshop, appropriate for both 

beginners and more experienced carvers. Hand-carving 

techniques and stone carving lore will be demonstrated 

and discussed. Use of the studio’s tools and a modest 

(4-8 pound) piece of alabaster are included in the course 

fee. Discussion of safe studio practices and stone and 

tool sourcing help make this session an excellent initiation 

to the craft of stone sculpture. A strong emphasis will be 

put on tool usage as well as the process of looking into 

the rock for imagery! Students will emerge with a stone 

sculpture in progress. The group will have a short lunch 

break (please bring a bag lunch from home) and rest, 

accompanied by a digital slide show. Class is appropriate 

for adults and teens aged 16 and older. For more 

information, go to http://www.stonecarvingdust.blogspot. 

com/ Note that it is our policy to give a refund (minus a 

$10 processing fee) for withdrawals only if we are notified 

a week or more before the class date. 

10325.1 $115 

1 Saturday @ Scott’s Stone Carving, 

701 Concord Avenue (2nd floor), Cambridge, 02138 

9:30am-3pm 

October 19 

10325.2 $115 

1 Saturday @ Scott’s Stone Carving, 

701 Concord Avenue (2nd floor), Cambridge, 02138 

9:30am-3pm 

November 16 

PARENT/CHILD GLASS FUSING 

WORKSHOP 


In this 2-hour workshop, you will learn the basics of 

glass fusing techniques and have fun playing with colors 

and shapes. Through a series of engaging exercises, 

parents and children will work together with precut glass 

pieces, glass frits and stringers, and glass powders 

and stencils. Each participant will create multiple small 

pieces, necklaces, and one small bowl or plate. Student 

creations will then be fused in the kiln after the class; 

fused items can then be picked up at the classroom 

the following Saturday, November 2, between 10am 

and 1pm, or at the Community Education office in the 

school administration building after November 2. A 

materials fee of $70 (per parent/child pair) is payable to 

the instructor for all tools and the selection of glasses. 

Students should bring safety goggles to class, and be 

sure to wear close-toed shoes. This class is appropriate 

for children 7-12 years old, when accompanied by a 

parent or other adult. Limited to 7 parent/child pairs. 

11324 $65 (per parent/child pair) 

1 Saturday @ NHS Room 807 10am-noon 

October 26 

PARENT/CHILD MOSAIC 

Mosaic project sample 

NEW 

WORKSHOP 


In this 2-hour workshop, you will learn the basics of 

glass mosaic techniques and create a small trivet or 

a decorative panel. Parents and children will create or 

choose a simple design to transfer onto a wood support. 

They will then bring their design to life by choosing from 

a great selection of precut glass pieces and gluing these 

onto the support. Once the glass pieces are set, the 

instructor will grout, finish and clean your pieces for you. 

The finished projects can be picked up after November 

9 in the Needham Community Education office, at 1330 

Highland Ave., Needham. A materials fee of $70 (per 

parent/child pair) is payable to the instructor for all tools 

and the selection of glasses. Students should bring 

safety goggles to class, and be sure to wear close-toed 

shoes. This class is appropriate for children 7-12 years 

old, when accompanied by a parent or other adult. 

Limited to 7 parent/child pairs. 

11327 $65 (per parent/child pair) 

1 Saturday @ NHS Room 807 10am-noon 

November 2 

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DANCE 

DANCE 

BELLY DANCING 

Zehara Nachash, Instructor 

Learn the art of belly dance! Join us to learn and 

practice the basic moves of belly dancing, from hip 

circles to shimmies. This ancient form of dance 

will help improve your posture and flexibility. Belly 

dance also improves body image and provides a 

great workout. You will learn a short choreography 

over the semester that you can perform for family 

and friends. This class is open to women with 

little or no dance experience but will also include 

movements for intermediate to advanced students. 

Wear comfortable clothing; no shoes required – we’ll 

dance barefoot or you may bring socks. Please 

bring a scarf of shawl to tie around your waist (some 

will be available to borrow). 

10409 $99 

6 Tuesdays @ Eliot School Performance Center 6:30- 

7:30pm 


to follow moves for a terrific fitness program that’s 

effective, and fun too. The routines feature intervaltraining 

sessions where fast and slow rhythms and 

resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt 

your body while burning fat – all while listening to Latin 

and international music. Join us to experience Zumba ® , 

a revolutionary approach to exercising – one you’ll 

want to stick with because it’s so much fun! Please 

wear cross trainers or dance shoes, fitness attire, and 

bring a water bottle to class. Please note that we have 

a Saturday morning session in addition to the two 

added Thursday classes – to help accommodate the 

high demand! Limited to 24. 

10429.1 $95 

7 Thursdays @ NHS Dance Studio (Room 817) 6-7pm 


10429.2 $95 



10429.3 $109 

8 Saturdays @ NHS Dance Studio (Room 817) 8:30- 

9:30am 


Late Fall/Winter Classes: 

10429.4 $109 


December 5 – January 30 (no class December 26) 

10429.5 $109 


December 5 – January 30 (no class December 26) 

10429.6 $109 

8 Saturdays @ NHS Dance Studio (Room 817) 8:30- 

9:30am 

December 7 – February 1 

Leading a Zumba class 

ZUMBA® 

Sandra Thorbjornsen, Instructor 

Working out and getting in shape has never been so 

much fun! Zumba ® fuses Latin rhythms and easy 

MORE ZUMBA!!! 

For another GREAT fitness class, see the 

ZUMBA TONING class under the Exercise 

classes in the next section! 

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DANCE / EXERCISE 

TAP DANCE WORKSHOP 

Valery Marcantonio, Instructor 

Learn how to tap dance, including the basic steps 

and moves – or expand on your beginning tap dance 

skills – in this class geared for both beginners and 

advanced beginners. Each class will include a 

warm-up, tap basics, and short combinations danced 

to different styles of music, all in a fun, supportive 

atmosphere. Join us for this class – you’ll learn this 

terrific dance form, enjoy a different form of exercise 

and you’ll always leave feeling good! Flat tap shoes 

are recommended and can be purchased at Capezio 

Dance Store in Wellesley. Limited to 14. 

10403 $115 

6 Mondays @ NHS Room 612 (Chorus Room) 6-7pm 

October 7 – November 25 (no class October 14 & 

November 11) 

EXERCISE, HEALTH & 

WELL-BEING 

ADVANCED BEGINNING PILATES 

Sarah Roberts, Instructor 

This class is designed for those who have some prior 

experience with Pilates, either with Sarah Roberts or 

another instructor. We will move at a slightly quicker pace 

than an introductory Pilates class, and include some more 

challenging exercises. Please bring an exercise/yoga 

mat and water bottle to class. Limited to 18. 

10422.1 $109 

.8 Tuesdays @ NHS Dance Studio (Room 817) 5-6pm 


10422.2 $109 

8 Tuesdays @ NHS Dance Studio (Room 817) 6-7pm 


Late Fall/Winter Class: 

10422.3 $95 

7 Tuesdays @ NHS Dance Studio (Room 817) 5-6pm 

December 3 – January 28 (no class December 24 & 31) 

Hula hooping with style 

HULA HOOPING 

Kat Suwalski, Instructor 

Learn to unleash your inner child with cardio based hula 

hooping! It is an exciting way to broaden your workout 

while creating a healthy body and mind. Hooping 

conditions your core, works on proper body alignment, 

boosts flexibility and stability, and lowers stress with 

an exhilarating aerobic total body workout. No prior 

hooping experience is required! The hoops are used as 

resistance training for all levels. Wear exercise clothes, 

bring a water bottle and an open mind, and watch as 

you laugh your way to a “new” you. Hoops are provided 

and are available for purchase. Limited to 16. 

10446 $99 



This class is a blast – we 

want more sessions! 

– Student in Kat Suwalski’s Hula Hooping class 

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EXERCISE, HEALTH & WELL-BEING 

ZUMBA® TONING 

Sandra Thorbjornsen, Instructor 

Zumba® Toning combines basic Zumba fitness 

moves with a toning stick to strengthen and tone your 

muscles. The movements and rhythms are set to 

fast-paced, entertaining music. Zumba dance moves 

will be interspersed with sculpting and toning exercises 

that emphasize the use of a toning stick. Use of the 

toning stick improves your movement and helps you 

focus on toning different body parts, including arms, 

thighs, and butt. Join us for this exuberant dance and 

fitness class – and get toned for spring and summer! 

Please wear cross trainers or dance shoes, fitness 

attire, and bring a water bottle to class. There will be a 

fee of $20, payable to the instructor in class, for a pair 

of 1 pound Zumba toning sticks. Limited to 16. 

10445.1 $95 

7 Mondays @ Eliot School Performance Center 7-8pm 

September 30 – November 25 (no class October 14 & 

November 11) 


10445.2 $95 

7 Mondays @ Eliot School Performance Center 7-8pm 

December 2 – February 3 (no class December 23, 30 

& January 20) 

20/20/20 WORKOUT 

Pearl Pressman, Instructor 

Have you been looking for a class to help you become 

more active and healthy This 8-week class will help you 

build a leaner, more sculpted body, improve your posture 

and balance, and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. You 

will also learn proper weight training techniques, which 

is the key to success. We will start with 20 minutes of 

low-impact aerobics, followed by 20 minutes of strength 

training exercises for all the major muscle groups of 

the body, and then conclude with 20 minutes of gentle 

stretching exercises to increase flexibility and reduce 

muscle tension. The class will be geared for participants 

of all fitness levels and abilities. Please wear comfortable 

workout clothing, and appropriate footwear for the 

aerobics portion of class, and bring a set of light hand 

weights (3-5 pounds), a mat or towel, and water to class. 

Please note: you can take this class once a week, on 

either Mondays or Wednesdays, or register for both days 

at a discounted rate. Also note different class times. 

10428.4 $95 

7 Mondays @ NHS Dance Studio (Room 817) 7:30- 

8:30pm 


November 11) 

10428.5 $105 

8 Wednesdays @ NHS Dance Studio (Room 817) 7-8pm 


10428.6 $179 (for two days/week) 

7 Mondays & 8 Wednesdays @ NHS Dance Studio 

(Room 817) 

At 7:30-8:30pm (Mon.) and 7-8pm (Wed.) 

(See dates listed above) 

Late Fall/Winter Classes: 

10428.7 $79 


8:30pm 

December 2 – January 27 (no class December 23, 30 & 

January 20) 

10428.8 $95 

7 Wednesdays @ NHS Dance Studio (Room 817) 7-8pm 

December 4 – January 29 (no class December 25 & 

January 1) 

10428.9 $155 (for two days/week) 

6 Mondays & 7 Wednesdays @ NHS Dance Studio 

(Room 817) 

At 7:30-8:30pm (Mon.) and 7-8pm (Wed.) 


Lifting weights in 20/20/20 workout 

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Spinning students in full gear 

SPINNING 

Hildi Arnold (Tuesdays) & Diana Parkhurst (Thursdays), 

Instructors 

“Spinning” is a great group fitness experience. If you have 

experience spinning, either with Needham Community 

Ed classes, or in another setting – this class is perfect for 

you! The instructor uses upbeat music and enthusiastic 

coaching to motivate all participants throughout the 

session to challenge themselves at their own level of 

fitness. Join us for this exhilarating fitness experience – to 

stay healthy, feel better, and get in shape! Register early 

for this popular exercise class! Limited to 18. 

10430.1 $145 

12 Tuesdays @ Needham High School Spin Room 

(815) 6:30-7:30pm 

October 1 – December 17 

10430.2 $125 

10 Thursdays @ Needham High School Spin Room 

(815) 6:30-7:30pm 

October 3 – December 19 (no class October 10 & 

November 28) 

10430.3 $245 

12 Tuesdays & 10 Thursdays @ Needham High School 

Spin Room (815) 6:30-7:30pm 


NIA FOR HEALTH & FITNESS 

Hsiu-Hui Chen, Instructor 

Experience the joy of movement while improving your 

fitness level and your sense of well-being. Developed by 

fitness experts determined to make getting in shape more 

enjoyable, the Nia technique combines movements and 

concepts from Modern dance, Yoga, Tai Chi, Tae Kwon 

Do, Jazz dance, Aikido, and other movement forms. Nia 

helps improve cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, 

and toning – and is fun and relaxing too! No prior training 

is necessary – all are welcome. Wear loose, comfortable 

clothing; no shoes required – we’ll go barefoot. Please 

bring a water bottle and a yoga mat for stretching at end 

of session. Limited to 18. 

10718 $95 


7:20pm 


November 11) 

EARLY MORNING BOOT CAMP 

Diana Parkhurst, Instructor 

Are you serious about becoming more fit With the right 

fitness instruction, you can become fit and feel healthier 

at any age, and have fun doing it! If you are looking to 

lose weight and/or are eager to work on getting back in 

shape, this class will help you achieve your goals. This 

early morning class will include a dynamic warm-up/ 

stretch and a variety of strength and fitness activities, 

delivered at a moderate pace to help improve current 

fitness levels. Join us to get fit and energized, and 

jumpstart your way to a healthier lifestyle! Note: The 

exercises can be adapted for varying levels of fitness, 

but participants should be comfortable running or 

jogging for short distances. Please wear athletic shoes 

and clothes comfortable for exercising. Limited to 18. 

10442.1 $169 

7 Mondays & 9 Wednesdays @ NHS A Gym & Fitness 

Center 6:15-7:15am 


November 11) 


10442.2 $139 

6 Mondays & 7 Wednesdays @ NHS A Gym & Fitness 

Center 6:15-7:15am 

December 2 – January 29 (no class December 23, 25, 

30 & January 1, 20) 

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INTRODUCTION TO TAI CHI 

Scott Brumit, Instructor 

Tai Chi is one of the ancient martial arts from China that 

has become widely popular today as a gentle form of 

exercise that promotes health, strength and relaxation. 

The slow motion and controlled movements make it 

an ideal form of exercise for men and women of all 

ages. Regular practice of Tai Chi can increase flexibility 

and stamina, reduce stress, improve balance and reenergize 

you, both physically and emotionally. It is one 

of the only forms of exercise that becomes easier the 

longer it is studied, so skill and proficiency can continue 

to improve even as one gets older. Come join us to 

learn the Hwa-Yu form of Tai Chi to improve your sense 

of well-being and learn a lifelong skill for good health. No 

experience is necessary – beginners and intermediates 

are welcome! Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. 

10704 $95 

8 Thursdays @ Broadmeadow Performance Center 

6:30-7:30pm 


NEW 

INTRO TO VINYASA 

FLOW YOGA 

Michelle Keefe, Instructor 

Challenge your body, enhance your strength, and 

improve your flexibility with Vinyasa Flow. Vinyasa yoga 

links your breath to your movement, transitioning you 

through a sequence of sun salutations and dynamic 

poses safely and effectively. We will focus on proper 

alignment and modify poses to individualize the practice. 

You will feel both energized and calm at the end of each 

session. Please bring a yoga mat and water bottle and 

wear comfortable clothing. Limited to 16. 

10727 $69 

5 Wednesdays @ Eliot Performance Center 6:30- 

7:30pm 


YOGA FOR EVERY BODY 

Carol Oberle, Instructor 

Calm your mind, relax and tone your body, and nourish 

your spirit with Hatha Yoga. This gentle and effective 

style of yoga encourages being compassionate with 

your body and adapting postures according to ability. 

This multilevel class will challenge all students while 

providing a safe, nurturing environment for beginners. 

Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a 

yoga mat to class. Limited to 18. 

10706 $109 

8 Thursdays @ Eliot Performance Center 7:30-8:45pm 

October 3 – December 19 (no class October 24, 31 & 

November 28) 

Carol is wonderful! I’ll be 

back next term! 

– Student in Carol Oberle’s Yoga for Everybody class 

EASYOGA FOR OLDER ADULTS 

Steffi Shapiro, Instructor 

EasYoga is a gentle form of yoga that is especially 

suited to older adults. Most of the exercises can be 

done while sitting in a chair or in a comfortable standing 

position. The gentle stretches and simple movements 

provide flexibility and strengthening for the neck, 

shoulders, abdomen and other parts of the body. They 

also help to release tension throughout the body. We 

will use simple breathing, concentration, and meditative 

exercises to relax the mind as well as the body. 

The various relaxation techniques can be practiced 

throughout the day and are a helpful way to combat 

insomnia. Come join us to experience how the practice 

of yoga can boost self-confidence and memory, as well 

as improve overall strength, coordination and flexibility! 

More information can be found about EasYoga on 

the website www.elder-yoga.com NOTE: the change 

of location for the fall session due to the move of the 

Senior Center to the new location. 

10703.1 $85 

10 Tuesdays @ First Parish Church, 23 Dedham Ave. 

9:15-10:15 am 

September 24 – November 26 

Winter Class: 

10703.2 $45 

5 Tuesdays @ The Center at the Heights 9:15-10:15 am 

January 7 – February 4 

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Self-Defense Classes for the 

Whole Family: 

See Children’s and Family Classes Listed Below 

SELF-DEFENSE: COMBAT SAMBO – 

RUSSIAN SURVIVAL SYSTEM 

Grandmaster Michael Galperin, Instructor 

Combat Sambo, a Russian self-defense style, 

incorporates the most effective survival techniques 

from Judo, Jiujitsu, Karate, Aikido, Kung Fu, and 

others. Students learn practical applications of 

self-defense techniques in a variety of situations. 

Boost your confidence, health and fitness level 

by learning this unique martial art form. Visit the 

website for more information: www.combatsambo. 

com 


ADULT & FAMILY CLASSES 

Note: Participants may join classes at any time; 

your full term payment will cover classes extending 

into the next term. 

FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AND 

CHILDREN AGED 12 AND OLDER: 

Fall Classes: 

11504.1 $195 

13 Tuesdays @ High Rock School Gym 7:30-9pm 

September 24 – December 17 

11504.2 $165 

11 Thursdays @ High Rock School Gym 7:30-9pm 

September 26 – December 19 (no class October 3 

& November 28) 

11504.3 $288 

13 Tuesdays & 11 Thursdays @ High Rock School 

Gym 7:30-9pm 



Winter Classes: 

11504.4 $165 

11 Tuesdays @ High Rock School Gym 7:30-9pm 

January 7 – March 25 (no class February 18) 

11504.5 $180 

12 Thursdays @ High Rock School Gym 7:30-9pm 


11504.6 $276 


Gym 7:30-9pm 

January 2 – March 27 (no class February 18, 20) 


CHILDREN’S CLASSES 

Note: Participants may join classes at any time; 

your full term payment will cover classes extending 

into the next term. 

For boys and girls 4-12 years of age 

Fall Classes: 

11514.1 $195 

13 Tuesdays @ High Rock School Gym 6:30- 

7:30pm 

September 24 – December 17 

11514.2 $165 

11 Thursdays @ High Rock School Gym 6:30- 

7:30pm 



11514.3 $288 


Gym 6:30-7:30pm 



Winter Classes: 

11514.4 $165 

11 Tuesdays @ High Rock School Gym 6:30- 

7:30pm 


11514.5 $180 

12 Thursdays @ High Rock School Gym 6:30- 

7:30pm 


11514.6 $276 


Gym 6:30-7:30pm 

January 2 – March 27 (no class February 18, 20) 

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HEALTH & WELL-BEING 

MEDITATION FOR EVERY DAY LIFE 

Elizabeth Spark, MD, Instructor 

Come join us to learn how new findings in brain 

science can inspire and support us in cultivating 

meditation practices. You will come to appreciate 

how these techniques to promote “brain fitness” can 

bring about many positive benefits for both our wellbeing 

and effectiveness in our everyday life. Different 

meditation techniques will be explored, so each student 

can discover which method best fits their needs. Wear 

loose, comfortable clothing; we will meditate sitting in 

comfortable seats. Limited to 18. 

10719 $99 

8 Thursdays @ Pollard Media Center 6-7:15pm 


This class went beyond 

my expectations – superb 

experience. 

– Student in Dr. Spark’s Meditation class 

NEW 

MEDITATION PRACTICE 

GROUP 

Elizabeth Spark, MD, Instructor 

This course will provide an opportunity to continue 

the practice of regular meditation, with the guidance 

of an experienced instructor and the support of 

others. Both sitting and movement meditation will be 

included. Each class will start with a brief overview 

of the principles of meditation. Class is open to those 

who have some experience meditating, either through 

Dr. Spark’s classes, or in another setting. Wear loose, 

comfortable clothing; much of our meditating will be 

done in comfortable seats. Limited to 18. 

10726 $45 

3 Thursdays @ Pollard Media Center 6-7:15pm 

December 5 – 19 

NOW WHAT NAVIGATING 

THROUGH LIFE’S TRANSITIONS 

Cindy Loughran, Instructor, 

Are you experiencing a transition in your life Maybe 

you are or are about to be an empty nester, or you 

have been at the same job or career for a long time 

and you are ready for a change. Perhaps you’ve 

always identified yourself by the roles you’ve played 

and now you just want to be you. Or, maybe you are 

ready to finally do those things that for years you’ve 

been saying you’ll do ‘as soon as…” For those ready 

to take action, this workshop will provide clarity, 

support, and creative ideas so that you can go through 

your particular transition with ease and fun. We will 

focus on identifying what is next for you, creating a 

roadmap to get there, setting yourself up to succeed, 

overcoming obstacles and stay motivated. Limited to 

12 students. 

10724 $95 

4 Tuesdays @ NHS Room 206 7-8:30pm 


SENSITIVE TOUCH MASSAGE 

Nancy Wilde, Instructor 

Learn how to share healing touch with your friends 

and family to help create relaxation and relieve 

minor aches and pains. You will learn simple skills 

appropriate for the non-professional to use at home 

and with no special table or equipment required. In 

class you will both practice and experience handson 

massage skills to be applied over the clothing on 

the following areas of the body: the neck, head and 

back, arms, and hands and feet. Register with a 

friend or partner or come solo – safe boundaries for 

touch and privacy will always be honored in class and 

no disrobing is required. Please wear comfortable 

clothing and bring one or two bed pillows and a towel 

to class. NOTE: Anyone with an injury, medical 

condition, or physical limitation should contact the 

instructor directly prior to class at nan.wilde@yahoo.com. 


10725 $85 

4 Wednesdays @ NHS Room 809 7-9pm 


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HEALTH & WELL-BEING / FINANCE 

REV UP YOUR METABOLISM: 

HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT & 

INCREASE ENERGY 

Lyn Schwartz, Instructor 

Are you fed up with your increasing weight Do you 

grab food without thinking about how it will affect 

your blood sugar and energy level If so, join us 

for this 5-session, innovative nutrition and weight 

loss program. Each participant will be given an 

individually tailored eating plan, designed to rev up 

your metabolism and stabilize your blood sugar level 

for lasting energy throughout the day. Discover how 

small changes in your eating patterns can help you 

feel better and lose weight too! Taught by a registered 

dietitian and nutritionist who lost 20 pounds herself 

by becoming a disciplined eater. Start eating well 

and living well now! This class includes a FREE 

introductory session on September 30*; to register 

to attend this session please call the NCE office at 

781-455-0400 x235. For those registering for the full 

course, the introductory session on September 30 

will be the first class. There will be a materials fee of 

approximately $3, payable to the instructor in class. 


10713 $109 

5 Mondays @ Pollard School Media Center 

September 30* (7-8pm for first/trial class) 

& October 7 – November 4 7-8:30pm (no class 

October 14) 

FINANCE 

FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR WOMEN 

Andrea Winterer, CFP ®, Instructor 

Women confront some unique challenges when 

it comes to personal finances – they have lower 

retirement savings and pensions than men due to time 

out of the work force, but at the same time, a much 

longer life expectancy. And women consistently give 

themselves poor scores when asked to assess their 

knowledge of investments and financial planning. 

This course aims to change this! Join us for a gentle 

introduction to key topics in financial planning. Topics 

to be covered include: insurance, whether it’s needed, 

and how much; retirement savings, from Roth IRAs 

to 401Ks; taxes; and cash reserves. Gain confidence 

along with knowledge to empower you for your 

financial future! Limited to 16. 

10512 $79 

3 Wednesdays @ NHS Room 404 7-8:30pm 


A PRIMER ON ESTATE PLANNING: 

WILLS, TRUSTS, AND THE ESTATE TAX 

Deborah Drosnin and Alisa Jonas, Instructors 

How many times have you said to yourself, I really 

should have a will, only to do nothing about it Are you 

uncertain how to care for your finances if you become 

incapacitated Or, whether your children’s assets will 

be well managed if you die And, how important really 

is it to avoid probate This two-session course, taught 

by two estate planning attorneys, will provide a gentle 

introduction to the world of estate planning. You will 

learn about common estate planning tools, such as 

wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and living wills, as well 

as strategies for minimizing the estate tax and the pros 

and cons of different kinds of trusts. Armed with your 

newly acquired knowledge, many useful handouts, and 

a chance to ask specific questions, you will be able to 

make informed decisions about the right estate plan for 

you. Limited to 16. 

10507 $59 


October 9 & 16 

SAVE YOUR 

HARD EARNED MONEY 

See the EXTREME COUPONING class and 

SELL YOUR HOUSE YOURSELF class 

under the Home & Garden offerings, page 25. 

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CHEESE CLASS AT WASIK’S 

CHEESE SHOP 

Brian Wasik, Owner of The Cheese Shop, Instructor 

This very interactive and slightly over-indulgent two hour 

class in all things cheese is taught by second generation 

cheesemonger Brian Wasik. We will start with a “cheese 

101” tutorial, followed by extensive tasting of multiple 

cheeses from different cheese families. The evening will 

also include making fresh ricotta cheese, and finishing 

with a cheese fondue – with ample samplings for all. 

Join us for this fun, informative, and delectable evening! 

Note: This is a very popular class, so we advise faxing or 

calling in your registration for the best chance of getting 

in. Limited to 20. 

10616.1 $69 

1 Tuesday @ The Cheese Shop (Wasik’s), 61 Central St., 

Wellesley 

7:30-9:30pm 

October 8 

10616.2 $69 

1 Tuesday @ The Cheese Shop (Wasik’s), 61 Central St., 

Wellesley 

7:30-9:30pm 

October 22 

Really nice atmosphere – 

Brian really knows his stuff and 

is very personable too! 

– Student in Brian Wasik’s Cheese class 

own wine if they choose. Signed copies of Dave Becker’s 

new illustrated cookbook, Stewed, will be available for 

purchase at each class. Note: This is a popular class so 

we advise faxing or calling in your registration for the best 

chance of getting in. Limited to 30. 

MENU #1: 

Dave will prepare Wild Mushroom Stew with Sage and 

Celery Root Chips, Shaved Kale with Brandy-Plumped 

Peaches and Blue Cheese Crumbles, and Pan-Seared 

Scallops with a Caraway Bread Pudding and a Bacon 

Dressing. 

10603.1 $79 

1 Sunday @ Sweet Basil, 942 Great Plain Avenue, 

Needham 2-4pm 

October 6 

MENU #2: 

Dave will prepare Caramelized Parsnip Soup with 

Cauliflower and Roasted Plums, Crispy Black Bass 

with Ginger on a Bed of Steamed Bok Choy, and 

Braised Turkey Tetrazzini tossed with Paparadelle, 

Roasted Mushrooms and Brie Cheese. 

10603.2 $79 



October 20 

COOKING WITH DAVE AT 

SWEET BASIL 

Dave Becker, Instructor/Chef 

Savor the aroma, the ambiance and the delectable dishes 

of one of Needham’s hottest restaurants, as Chef Dave 

demonstrates his talents in the kitchen. The class includes 

ample portions to sample and recipes to take home. You’ll 

be entertained, sated, and relaxed, and pick up some 

great cooking tips too! Dave will offer this class on two 

dates, with two different menus, outlined below – register 

for one or both. Participants are encouraged to bring their 

Sweet Basil owner/chef Dave Becker & 

girlfriend, cookbook collaborator Nina Gallant 

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NEW 

CHOCOLATE MAKING 

AT SERENADE 

Nur Kilic, Owner of Serenade Chocolatier, Instructor 

Elegant, rich, delicious and decadent – chocolate! 

Join us for an evening demonstration of the art and 

science of making chocolates in the kitchen of a 

nearby Chocolatier. Needham resident and master 

chocolate maker Nur Kilic will teach you about how 

chocolate is tempered, and how various kinds of 

chocolates are made. You will enjoy observing various 

chocolate-making techniques and of course tasting 

the chocolates themselves! You will also bring home a 

generous sampling of chocolates to share with friends 

and family, or to savor all by yourself. Limited to 12. 

10602 $69 

1 Wednesday @ Serenade Chocolatier, 5 Harvard 

Square, Brookline Village 

6-7:30pm 

October 2 

CREATIVE GLUTEN-FREE COOKING 

Anna Simon, Instructor 

Are you new to gluten-free cooking and don’t know 

what to make for dinner Or how to make various 

dishes This one-evening course will introduce you to 

new healthy ways to prepare your meals. Using simple 

recipes, you will create dishes that are easy, elegant, 

and delicious. You’ll prepare homemade dinners such 

as coconut Shrimp with Easy Mango Sauce, Marinated 

Chicken with Savory Red Quinoa Salad, and Salmon 

Nicoise Salad with Classic Green Goddess Dressing. 

Take home samples and recipes for your whole family 

to enjoy. Bring containers for your samples. The fee 

includes all food costs. Limited to 10. 

10620 $69 

1 Wednesday @ Newman Elementary School 

Cafeteria 6-9pm 

October 9 

CREATIVE GLUTEN-FREE BAKING 


Discover how baking with gluten-free flours can be both 

healthy and delicious. We’ll explore various grains 

and flours, such as sorghum, millet, quinoa, coconut 

and sweet rice flour. Learn basic baking techniques 

and create treats and desserts that will amaze your 

friends and family. We will prepare Chocolate Roll with 

Lime Cream, Blueberry Crisp, French Apple Tart, and 

Raspberry Semifreddo. You will take home samples to 

share, along with the recipes so that you can make the 

desserts at home. Limited to 10. 

10621 $69 

1 Wednesday @ Newman Elementary School 

Cafeteria 6-9pm 

November 13 

BREW YOUR OWN BEER 

Dan Eng, Owner of Barleycorn’s Brewery, Instructor 

Join us for two fun evenings brewing and bottling 

your own beer! At Barleycorn’s Craft Brew, you will 

learn the basics of beer brewing. You measure out 

malt grains, extracts, hops and yeast, add them at 

specified times into the steam-fired copper kettles and 

stir the mixture during the boil. You will brew in the 

first session and return in three weeks to bottle and 

label your beer with your own custom designed labels. 

Bottles may be purchased from Barleycorn’s Craft 

Brew (at $12/case), or you may bring your own. You 

will finish with a newfound knowledge of brewing beer 

AND, more importantly, a case of personalized beer 

that you made! A materials fee of $25 is payable in 

class for all ingredients used. For more information 

about beers and craft brewing go to www.barleycorn. 

com Limited to 15. 

10618 $35 (plus materials fee of $25 paid in class) 

2 Thursdays @ Barleycorn’s Craft Brewery, 21 

Summer Street, Natick 01760 

6-8:30pm 


NEW 

WINE & CHEESE TASTING 

AT NEEDHAM HISTORICAL 

SOCIETY 

Brian Wasik, Owner of The Cheese Shop, and Paul 

Malagrifa, Certified Wine Educator, Instructors 

The pairing of wine and cheese is a wonderful 

marriage, so join us for a relaxing, informative, and 

mouth-watering evening focused on the synergies 

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FOOD, WINE & BEER / HOBBIES 

created when truly great wine gets together with simply 

amazing cheese! Over the course of the evening, you 

will sample a wide array of artisanal/specialty cheeses 

with a slate of worthy wines, while also learning about 

the production and varieties of both cheeses and wine. 

A wine fee of $15 per person is payable in class. Note: 

We anticipate this being a very popular class – based 

on the number of requests we have had for it! We 

therefore advise faxing or calling in your registration for 

the best chance of getting in. Limited to 18. 

10622 $69 (plus $15 wine fee) 

1 Thursday @ Needham Historical Society 

1147 Central Ave. (in front of Newman Elementary 

School) 7:30-9:30pm 

October 3 

NEW 

WINE TASTING AT 

SWEET BASIL 

Paul Malagrifa, Certified Wine Educator, Instructor 

Join us for a fun and relaxing afternoon of wine tasting 

as one of Needham’s most popular restaurants, Sweet 

Basil, opens its doors for this class only. You will learn 

more about the complex and fascinating world of wines, 

savor delicious tapas-style appetizers, and sample a 

variety of wines. You will learn about where and how 

wine is produced, how to classify it into broad types, 

how to buy, order, serve and store it, and, of course, 

how to enjoy it. Sweet Basil will provide appetizers 

carefully chosen to complement the wines you’ll sample. 

So sign up alone, with a significant other, or with a group 

for a special afternoon! A wine fee of $15 per person is 

payable in class. Limited to 18. 

10601 $69 (plus $15 wine fee) 



November 3 

DISCOVER A NEW HOBBY! 

Digital Photography, Sewing, Stone Carving and 

Mosaics, and more – see the Crafts & Skills 

section starting on page 9. 

HOBBIES 

Sharing a laugh in Bridge class 

BEGINNING BRIDGE 

Anand Lele, Instructor 

Bridge is the ultimate partnership problem-solving 

game – it’s enjoyable, it’s social, and it helps players 

stay mentally sharp. If this appeals to you, then join us 

to learn the basics of this popular and challenging card 

game. The emphasis in this class will be on learning the 

logic associated with “The Standard American 5 Card 

Majors” bidding system. Every class session will include 

instruction followed by supervised bidding and play. You 

will also receive comprehensive and easy-to-understand 

handouts to assist you in learning the game. This 

beginning class is appropriate for both students totally 

new to the game and those who have played before but 

need a review of the basics. Limited to 16. 

10808 $110 



Anand is a wonderful teacher 

– very knowledgeable and 

entertaining! 

– Student in Anand Lele’s Beginning Bridge class 

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HOBBIES / HOME & GARDEN 

BRIDGE CLINIC 

Anand Lele, Instructor 

Join us to hone your bridge playing skills in a relaxed 

setting! Designed for beginning and advanced 

beginning bridge players, this “clinic” class is a 

great opportunity to play bridge with others at your 

level, and receive tips and instruction along the way. 

Prerequisite: a beginning bridge class or some basic 

knowledge of how to play the game. Perfect for those 

players not ready to take a more advanced “play of the 

hand” class. Limited to 16. 

10812 $110 

6 Thursdays @ Broadmeadow Media Center 6-8pm 


HOME & GARDEN 

INTERIOR DECORATING: 

QUICK TIPS & EASY 

SOLUTIONS 

Jane Braley, Owner of J. Grant Braley Interiors, Instructor 

Do you wish your home looked more attractive, or 

more pulled together Or, maybe you simply have a 

decorating problem you just don’t know how to solve. 

Join us for this two-session class for an overview of 

decorating elements, and a chance to problem-solve 

decorating dilemmas. In the first class, we will discuss 

things to consider when you have decided to “refresh” 

a room, several rooms, or your entire house. We will 

then look at specific design problems brought in by class 

members during the second class, discussing creative 

ways to solve them. Learn from an experienced interior 

designer how you can spruce up your home – just 

in time for the holidays! Note: If you wish to share a 

decorating problem with the class, please have a jpg 

ready to email the instructor. Limited to 15. 

10938 $59 

2 Tuesdays @ NHS Room 402 7-8:30pm 


NEW 

DE-CLUTTER, SIMPLIFY – 

GET ORGANIZED! 

Marilyn Cruickshank, Instructor, Owner of Creative 

Simplicity Professional Organizing, LLC 

Are you surrounded by too much stuff, drowning under 

too much paper, and overwhelmed by too many things 

to do We need simple solutions for these complicated 

times and the overload that all of us deal with on a 

daily basis. You will learn to tackle the ‘hot’ spots of 

home organization – with a focus on clutter, managing 

your paper, and using time effectively. You will also get 

tips and techniques to get all of your family members 

involved in the organizing process, helping you all 

practice the “less is more” approach. Taught by a 

professional organizer, this class will provide strategies 

and motivation to make small changes that will have a 

big impact to help you organize and simplify your life! 

10922 $30 

1 Wednesday @ NHS Room 406 7-9pm 

October 9 

This class was an excellent 

value; very well taught – with 

a balance of info, humor and 

practical ideas. 

– Student in Marilyn Cruickshank’s De-clutter, 

Simplify and Get Organized class 

ORGANIZING FOR THE HOLIDAYS 

Marilyn Cruickshank, Instructor 

Are you dreading the holiday season, with too much to 

do, and not enough time to do everything Do you find 

yourself overwhelmed by all the hosting, shopping, gift 

giving, and parties that mark the holiday season If so, 

then join us to find out how you can get organized and 

enjoy the holidays again – with plenty of time to start 

planning. You will learn organizing tips, shortcuts, and 

tried and true strategies from a professional organizer 

to help you be prepared – for Thanksgiving through the 

New Year! 

10923 $30 

1 Tuesday @ NHS Room 406 7-9pm 

October 29 

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HOME & GARDEN 

NEW 

SELL YOUR HOUSE 

YOURSELF – SUCCESSFULLY! 

Tom Matzell, Instructor 

Do you think only realtors can sell houses 

successfully After you finish this 2 evening course, 

you will know all the tips, tricks, and secrets to 

doing it yourself and saving tens of thousands of 

dollars in commissions! You will learn from an 

actual homeowner who has done it multiple times 

successfully and wants to share his knowledge with 

others ready to take the plunge. This is a soupto-nuts 

review of everything you will need to know 

to sell your property yourself, quickly and at the 

right price. Topics to be covered include getting 

your home ready to sell, which repairs you should 

or should not do, pricing it correctly, marketing it in 

person and online, running open houses, financing, 

closing your deal, and much more. A copy of the 

PowerPoint presentation will be included, but also 

be prepared to take lots of notes! Please note that 

the instructor is not a licensed real estate broker; 

the class is intended to provide accurate and helpful 

information, but not legal or other professional 

advice. 

10940 $59 


October 30 & November 6 

EXTREME COUPONING 

Elizabeth Lahens, Instructor 

Do you watch the Extreme Couponing show and 

want to know how they do it Or, have you been 

eager to cut down on your monthly expenses but not 

sure how to begin If so, join us for this fun class 

to learn how you can drastically save on groceries, 

organic foods, prescriptions, airfare, clothing, 

household items, and much more. You will learn 

the tricks of the trade from an experienced extreme 

couponer – one who was able to get a $375 grocery 

bill down to zero! No matter what your income level, 

you will gain valuable tips on how to start saving 

more of your hard-earned money with extreme 

couponing. Note: participants are encouraged to 

bring a non-perishable food item to class to donate 

to the Needham Community Council food pantry 

(since Elizabeth strongly believes that as you learn 

to get more for less, you can donate to organizations 

and people in need). Limited to 24. 

10926 $35 

1 Tuesday @ NHS Room 402 6:30-9pm 

October 22 

LOW MAINTENANCE GARDENING: 

FALL WORKSHOP 

Joanne Neale, Owner of Garden Mentor, Instructor 

Do you think fall and winter are times to rest in the 

garden Wrong! There is plenty you can do now, 

from small tasks to big-picture planning – come join 

us for this two session class to learn what you can 

do now to cultivate a beautiful but low maintenance 

garden. We will focus on techniques for designing, 

planting and maintaining a low-maintenance, 

environmentally responsible garden. In addition, you 

will be introduced to some new plants to enhance 

your garden next spring, including lesser-known, 

easy-care trees, evergreens, flowering shrubs, bulbs, 

perennials and ground covers for sun or shade, 

wet or dry sites. The course will include a photo 

presentation of plants, and ample time for answering 

specific questions. You will come home with many 

color handouts and other materials to help you plan 

your garden. 

10915 $59 

2 Mondays @ NHS Room 202 7-9pm 

September 30 & October 7 

MORE WAYS TO DECORATE 

For ways to decorate and enhance your home (or someone else’s), see Craft offerings, including Digital Photography 

classes, Upholstery, Knitting, and Mosaics classes, starting on page 9. 

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HUMANITIES, MATH & SCIENCE 

HUMANITIES, MATH 

& SCIENCE 

OLIN COLLEGE LECTURE SERIES 

Back by popular demand! The Olin College 

Lecture Series has received terrific feedback 

for the last eight years, with many enthusiastic 

requests to continue the program. We are 

very pleased to offer this series of informative 

lectures again – thanks to the generosity of the 

participating Olin faculty members. Since its 

official opening in the fall of 2002, Olin College 

has been recognized as a leader in technology 

and innovation. We in Needham Community 

Education know the Olin faculty and students to be 

extremely generous with their time and talents and 

are grateful for their presence in our community. 

For more information on Olin College, or on the 

faculty members presenting these lectures, visit 

the Olin website at www.olin.edu 

NEW 

“AIRFOILS, BRAINS, AND 

3D PRINTING” 

Christopher Lee, Associate Professor Mechanical 

Engineering 

What in the world do airfoils, brains, and 3D 

printing have to do with each other They are 

some of the many research projects ongoing at 

Olin College. This talk will describe the motivation 

and work performed for three of those projects. 

The first deals with the idea of converting energy 

that is available in the environment (e.g., heat, 

vibration) into electricity to power simple electronic 

sensors that, for example, could be used to 

monitor and evaluate the ‘health’ of a bridge. In 

this case, energy is harvested from an airstream 

using an airfoil. The second project deals with 

traumatic brain injury. We are developing computer 

simulations to evaluate the damage done by 

impacts or explosive loading on the human head. 

A required input for the simulations is the material 

properties of brain tissue that we measure with a 

novel optical instrument. A 3D printer can create 

complex physical objects. We can print 3D models 

from human anatomy that have been generated 

from sets of MR images. The focus of the third 

project is on creating patient-specific prostate 

models to be used for individualized surgical and 

radiation therapy treatment planning. 

11041 $10 

1 Wednesday @ Olin College Academic Center, 

Room 328 7-8:30pm 

October 2 

“MICROBIAL DIVERSITY: 

THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND 

THE AMAZING” 

Jean J. Huang, Associate Professor of Biology 

Do creatures that can eat iron nails for lunch, are 

square-shaped, or thrive at over 200 degrees 

Fahrenheit sound like science fiction These are, in 

fact, just some examples of the amazing microbial 

characters that live right here on earth! There is a 

vast, diverse world of microbes in the environment. 

The majority of these microbes do not cause harm, 

but carry out a variety of biochemical reactions 

that enable the cycling of nutrients vital for the 

functioning of the ecosystem. Other bacteria 

are important as symbionts in our gut providing 

vitamins and aiding our digestion. Through their 

metabolisms, bacteria also produce foods that we 

enjoy such as yogurt, cheese and sauerkraut. Yet 

other bacteria may someday help to efficiently 

turn materials such as cornhusks into ethanol or 

hydrogen gas and play a vital role for our future. 

Studying the microbes can help us in solving 

environmental challenges from waste remediation 

to energy production. This presentation will 

discuss the genetic, biochemical and morphological 

diversity of environmental bacteria, the tiny majority. 

NOTE: Those who attended this lecture last fall 

are encouraged to join us again, since much of the 

content will be different from last year’s lecture, 

though touching on the same themes. 

11037 $10 

1 Thursday @ Olin College Academic Center, 

Room 113 7-8:30pm 

October 10 

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HUMANITIES, MATH & SCIENCE 

NEW 

“TRANSDUCTION IN 

ENGINEERING” 

Jose Oscar Mur-Miranda, Assistant Professor of 

Electrical and Computer Engineering 

Can we predict what happens if you short the 

electric terminals of a motor Engineering 

transduction is the conversion of energy and 

information across domains. In this talk, based 

on one of the first courses our students take 

in their first semester at Olin, we’ll focus on 

motors as transducers between the domains of 

electric and mechanical energy. Transduction 

leads to interesting effects: do you know what 

happens if you drop a magnet through a copper 

tube Engineers exploit transduction to create 

effects intentionally. You’ll see how knowledge of 

mechanical physics allows engineers to create a 

virtual spring using transduction. Furthermore, 

transduction can be used to make systems that 

seem to defy the laws of physics. In particular, 

the same principles used to create a virtual spring 

can be tweaked to balance an inverted pendulum. 

Come see how to make a Segway for a mouse! 

11042 $10 

1 Thursday @ Olin College Academic Center, 

Room 113 7-8:30pm 

October 17 

“NUMBERSIGHT: THROUGH 

MEANING TO MASTERY OF 

THE NUMBERS AROUND YOU” 

Sanjoy Mahajan, Associate Professor of Applied Science 

and Engineering 

The physical world we understand through 

numbers and mathematics. In our social world, 

trillion-dollar decisions depend also on numerical 

insight – what I call numbersight. However, people 

believe that numerical insight must be innate or, 

at best, can be learned only very young, the way 

Mozart is said to have learned music. However, 

mathematical expertise and insight can be 

taught. I will first discuss how and why traditional 

mathematics teaching is such a disaster, 

producing numerical paralysis rather than insight; 

and then teach, through examples, mental tools 

for mastering the numbers around you. 

11035 $10 

1 Tuesday @ Olin College Academic Center, 

Room 328 7-8:30pm 

October 22 

NEW 

“WHAT IS ENERGY – 

A BRIEF INTRODUCTION 

TO THE LAWS OF 

THERMODYNAMICS” 

Brian D. Storey, Professor of Mechanical Engineering 

Energy is critical to our society, economy, 

environment, and everyday lives. One only has 

to listen to a political debate or the news to hear 

terms such as “renewable energy” or “energy 

security” repeatedly. While most of us have some 

intuitive understanding of energy, have you every 

stopped to think about what energy really is In 

this lecture, I will attempt to explain what energy 

is and explain the basics laws of thermodynamics 

that govern its behavior. Through some simple 

examples I will show how these laws can help 

us think about how much energy is required for 

everyday tasks and how energy can be extracted 

from different sources. 

11040 $10 

1 Tuesday @ Olin College Academic Center, 

Room 328 7-8:30pm 

October 29 

Best $10 I’ve ever spent! 

– Attendee at one of the Olin College Lectures 

in the Fall of 2012 

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LANGUAGES 

LANGUAGES 

FRENCH: BEYOND BEGINNING 

Christine Mirabile, Instructor 

Join us to practice your French in a relaxed and 

supportive environment. This speaking-intensive 

course, conducted primarily in French, is designed 

for those with prior study of French who want to 

improve and build confidence in their use of the French 

language. Each class will be structured around a theme 

related to vocabulary, grammar, or culture, followed 

by a practice session. During the practice sessions, 

students will use what they have learned to perform reallife 

tasks such as getting a room in a hotel, along with 

other exercises to reinforce their French language skills. 

Prerequisite: Some high school or college level French. 

Returning students are welcome – new activities will be 

included this term. The required text is The Complete 

Idiot’s Guide to Learning French, Fifth Edition, by Gail 

Stein; ALPHA Publishers, ISBN-13: 978-1592579099 

(often available used on Amazon). Limited to 16. 

11117 $99 



I always look forward to this 

class – it’s my favorite activity 

of my week! 

– Student in Chris Mirabile’s French: Beyond 

Beginning class 

FRENCH CINEMA 

Eric Frere, Instructor 

French Cinema has been internationally renowned for 

many decades. Directors such as Truffault, Goddard, 

and lately, Boone have been recognized and acclaimed 

globally. The goal of this class will be two-fold: to 

enjoy and discuss French movies and to practice your 

French. We will attempt to conduct the class mostly 

in French, so a basic knowledge and understanding 

of the language is required. What a wonderful way to 

practice your French – through the eyes of the movie 

camera! Join us for this course as we explore some 

great contemporary movies from France and Québec. 

Popcorn is optional! Limited to 18. 

11118 $99 

6 Thursdays @ NHS Room 416 7-9pm 

October 3 – November 21 (no class October 10 & 31) 

BEGINNING SPANISH 

Joan Lanagan, Instructor 

Have you been thinking about learning Spanish Would 

you like to be able to speak our country’s second 

language Or, are you planning a trip to part of the 

Spanish-speaking world If you answered yes to any of 

these questions, then this could be the class for you! We 

will learn everyday vocabulary and useful expressions and 

practice simple conversations in class. The emphasis will 

be on speaking and listening. We may even sing! Join 

us as we learn to speak Spanish in a fun, relaxed and 

supportive atmosphere. This course is for those with little 

or no knowledge of Spanish. Limited to 16. 

11102 $109 

8 Wednesdays @ NHS Room 711 6:30-8:30pm 


CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH 

Jennifer Lopez, Instructor 

Do you want to speak Spanish more fluently Do you 

have a solid knowledge base and strong vocabulary, 

but no opportunity to practice or improve This class 

will provide ample opportunities for you to practice 

your Spanish as we discuss current events, social 

issues, arts and culture. We will also read and 

discuss short articles, have small and large group 

discussions, debates about two sides of an issue, and 

incorporate music, video and film into our discussions. 

Classes will also include brief lessons on grammar to 

help students increase their mastery of the language. 

Join us – you will improve your Spanish, have 

fun, and enjoy interesting discussions with others! 

Optional but recommended text: Conversación y 

Controversia: Topicós de hoy y de siempre, 5th 

Edition, by Nino R. Iorillo and Andrés Diaz, available 

on Amazon (approximate cost of $12-25 for a used 

copy). Limited to 18. 

11112 $109 



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MUSIC / RECREATION 

MUSIC 

BEGINNING PIANO 

Bob Ponte, Instructor 

This beginning class is geared for those new to playing 

piano as well as those who may have played previously, 

but consider themselves to be at a beginning level. Each 

class will begin with a mini-lesson on one or more related 

concepts: rhythmic, technical, and music theory. You will 

then learn and practice on your own electronic keyboard 

station in the Midi Music Lab, wearing headphones, 

and working at your own pace. Students should be 

comfortable with an independent learning environment; 

some comfort with computers and technology is 

also recommended. This course will provide a great 

opportunity to learn beginning piano skills in a group 

setting; some valuable one-on-one instruction from the 

instructor will also be provided during the 8 weeks of the 

course. Note: while having a piano or keyboard at home 

to practice is helpful, it is not required. Please bring a 

flash drive to class to access course materials prepared 

by the instructor. Limited to 10. 

11211 $139 

8 Wednesdays @ NHS Room 614 (Midi Lab) 7-9pm 


Playing and listening in Beginning Piano 

Bob is a patient, non-judgmental 

teacher who clearly enjoys his 

craft; his enthusiasm is infectious. 

– Student in Bob Ponte’s Beginning Piano class 

NEW 

UKULELE FOR THE ALMOST 

MUSICAL 

Danno Sullivan, Instructor 

What’s easier to get started on than other string 

instruments, but full of music and fun The ukulele! 

Big in the ‘20s and bigger in the ‘60s, the uke is 

again the instrument of choice for great-sounding, 

portable music. Join us to learn the basics quickly 

and start playing songs. Simple chords and a focus 

on interesting strumming techniques mean that you’ll 

sound great after just one class, and you’ll soon have 

a repertoire ranging from modern pop to Tin Pan 

Alley. No ukulele Some loaners are available; email 

the instructor at vlcofa@gmail.com prior to class. 

New ukuleles can be purchased for as little as $40- 

50 – check online for more information and sources. 

Instructor’s note: Amazon has a reasonably priced kit 

($65) including a Lanikai LU-11 Soprano Ukulele with 

bag and polishing cloth. Limited to 16. 

11212 $135 

6 Wednesdays @ Broadmeadow Room 133 7-8:30pm 


RECREATION 

NEW 

CHARLES RIVER CANOE & 

KAYAK: ECO-TOUR 

Charles River Canoe & Kayak Staff, Leaders 

The Eco-tour is a great way to view and learn about 

the wildlife that inhabits the Charles and its shoreline. 

Join our trained naturalist guide as we launch our 

double kayaks and get a quick introduction to paddling 

strokes. We will slowly explore this extraordinarily wild 

section of the river, poking into coves and shallows 

to find common and not-so-common wildlife. We 

frequently see great blue herons, turtles, several 

types of ducks, a variety of songbirds, and perhaps an 

egret, cormorant, muskrat, river otter, and beaver. Our 

guide will also net-dip for benthic (bottom-dwelling) 

organisms like dragonfly larvae and water-boatmen. 

Your guide will show us the best viewing spots, identify 

the flora and fauna that we see, and describe how they 

fit into the intricate web of life on the Charles. Bring 

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RECREATION / WRITING & SPEAKING 

binoculars, water, snacks, and extra layers of clothing. 

Go to paddleboston.com for directions and to download 

the release and waiver form that is required for each 

participant on the tour. Limited to 6. 

11516 $39 

1 Saturday @ Nahanton Park, On the Newton/ 

Needham Town Line 

455 Nahanton St. (Kendrick St.) Newton 3:30-6pm 

October 5 

NEW 

CHARLES RIVER CANOE & 

KAYAK: MOONLIGHT TOUR 

Charles River Canoe & Kayak Staff, Leaders 

Dusk is a magical time to be on the water, so what 

could be more blissful than paddling a canoe by 

moonlight We push off as the sun sets for an evening 

of relaxation, good food, and conversation. Our 

boathouse in Newton, located on the flatwater Lakes 

District of the Charles, is the perfect location for this 

opportunity to unwind. As the moon rises to light our 

way, we’ll watch herons browsing along the banks, 

river otters fishing for their last meal of the day, and 

other wildlife settling in for the night. Before and during 

your time on the water, your guide will share the rich 

history of the area, including Canoe Clubs, Norumbega 

Park, and the Totem Pole Ballroom, and our own 

historic boathouse. After cheese and crackers, light 

snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and dessert, we will 

return to the boathouse. Bring warm clothing, as it can 

get chilly after the sun sets. Our Moonlight Tours are 

designed as a slow, relaxing group paddle suitable for 

folks of all paddling abilities. Be prepared to paddle 

a canoe 2-3 miles over the duration of the tour. Go 

to paddleboston.com for directions and parking 

information, and to download the release and waiver 

form that is required for each participant on the tour. 

Limited to 6. 

11517 $39 

1 Saturday @ Newton Boathouse, 2401 

Commonwealth Ave. (Route 30) 

Newton (Auburndale) 6-9pm 

October 18 

WRITING & SPEAKING 

NEW 

IMPROVING YOUR 

WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION 

Emily Keller and Robert Deutsch, Instructors 

Do you wish you could be more successful at work 

Effective communication in email, writing and public 

speaking are keys to this goal. Unsure how to make 

improvements in these areas This class could 

be the inspiration you need to step up your quality 

and change how you are perceived by your boss, 

colleagues, clients, or employees. You will learn how 

to use the appropriate tone and content for successful 

PowerPoint presentations, reports and interoffice 

communication. The class will look at actual business 

writing samples – from the best to the bloopers – to 

help illustrate what makes for effective workplace 

writing. Join us for useful tips and advice, presented in 

a supportive and unthreatening environment (students 

will not be asked to share writing unless comfortable 

doing so). Limited to 16. 

11809 $55 

2 Thursdays @ NHS Room 206 6:30-8:30 

October 17, 24 

JUMPSTART YOUR WRITING 


This class has a very clear mission: spend more time 

writing! Find your voice and boost your creativity 

through a series of fun directed writing exercises. We 

will discuss published pieces and the process of writing 

as a means to exploring new possibilities in subject, 

style, and point of view, and how to shape characters 

and create great images. Participants will have several 

chances to read and receive feedback on the work they 

produce, all in a supportive environment. This class is 

appropriate for all level of writers working on nonfiction, 

memoir, or novels. Please bring a pen and notebook 

(or laptops) to class. Limited to 12. 

11810 $115 



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CLASSES FOR TEENS 

CLASSES FOR TEENS: 

SAT/PSAT PREPARATION 

COMMUNITY EDUCATION SAT/PSAT 

TEST PREPARATION 

Coordinator: Dan Hudder 

Instructors (with subjects taught): Shakur Abdal-Khallaq 

(Math), Bill Goldman (Math), Mike Higashi (Math), 

Max Hekler (Critical Reading and Writing), Dan Hudder 

(Math, Critical Reading, and Writing), Doug Kopcso 

(Critical Reading and Writing), Nicole Mason (Critical 

Reading and Writing), John Shea (Math), and Katie 

Swegan (Writing). 

SAT REFRESHER COURSE 

For the student who needs that little warm up before 

the test, this course allows students to choose what 

they need to focus on most, and to work with a small 

number of other students to hone their skills for the 

test. Highly recommended for those students who 

have taken an SAT prep class in the past and want 

that little extra help to improve their scores. Course 

includes two class sessions, one full practice exam, 

course materials, and a complete home study plan for 

the week of the test. 

The following Refresher classes are in preparation 

for the October 5, 2013 SAT: 

11602.1 $185/$215 non-residents 

3 Saturdays @ NHS Room 730 

September 7 & 21, from 10am-12:30pm & 

September 28*, from 8:30am-12:45pm (for practice 

exam*) 

11602.2 $185/$215 non-residents 

3 Tuesdays @ NHS Room 730 

September 17 & 24, from 6-8:30pm & 

October 1*, from 6-10:15pm (for practice exam*) 

PSAT CRASH COURSE 

Ideal for the first time test-taker looking for an edge, 

this course offers an introduction to the PSAT (the 

PSAT exam is scheduled for October 19). Students 

come away with an understanding of the different 

kinds of questions, strategies on how to answer them, 

test materials to practice for the week before the test, 

and the confidence that they will know exactly what to 

expect when walking into the exam. Great for those 

students who expect to compete for the National Merit 

Scholarships. Includes course materials and complete 

home study plan for the week of the test. 

11604 $130/$160 non-residents 


October 5, from 10am-3:30pm & 

October 12*, from 10am-1pm (for practice exam*) 

FREE PRACTICE SAT TEST 

For the fourth year, Needham Community Education and 

the NHS Guidance Department will once again team up to 

provide a service to juniors – a FREE full-length practice 

SAT exam. Students can gain a familiarity with the exam 

and get a sense of their strengths and weaknesses as 

they begin to prep for the real test. Students will leave 

the practice test with their scores for the critical reading, 

math, and multiple-choice writing portions of the exam, 

as well as a copy of the test for review purposes. There 

is no charge for this practice exam, but registration is 

required. Use the registration form at the back of the 

catalog to register for the free SAT practice test and note 

the class code below. Please note on the registration form 

any special considerations we should be aware of for this 

practice exam, including behavioral, learning, or physical. 

The Free Practice SAT Test is also listed in the SAT Prep 

Class schedule posted to the district website, under 

Community Ed and High School. 

11605 Free to residents (but registration required) 

1 Saturday @ NHS Media Center and nearby rooms 

December 7 from 8:30am – 1pm 

My son took an SAT Prep 

class with one of the large 

companies, then took the NCE 

SAT Prep course – and thought 

the Community Ed one was 

much better! 

– Mother of an SAT Prep student 

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CLASSES FOR TEENS 

FULL SAT PREP COURSE 

Needham Community Education is pleased to continue 

the SAT Prep classes developed by NHS teacher 

Mr. Hudder. Mr. Hudder and his colleagues are all 

experienced with SAT prep and are known for their 

engaging, dynamic, and effective classes. All students 

will engage in a variety of learning experiences, with 

differentiated instruction tailored to meet the needs 

of students with a wide range of learning styles and 

abilities. In the second half of the course, instruction 

and assignments are individualized, providing 

maximum success for every student. Classes are 

limited in size to allow for small group work and 

individual attention from the teachers. Fee includes 

materials. Note: students should bring a pencil and 

calculator to the first class session, which is the first of 

the three practice tests included in the course. 

The following sections are in preparation for the 

January 25, 2014 SAT: 

11601.4 $500/$600 non-residents 


10am-12:30pm (till 2:15pm on first two test days*; 

8:30am-12:45pm on final test day**) 

October 19*, 26 & November 2, 9, 16, 23* & December 

7, 14 & January 4, 11, 18** 

11601.5 $500/$600 non-residents 


6-8:30pm (till 10:15pm on test nights*) 

October 29* & November 5, 12, 19, 26 & December 3*, 

10, 17 & January 7, 14, 21* 

11601.6 $500/$600 non-residents 

11 Wednesdays @ NHS Room 730 


October 23*, 30 & November 6, 13, 20 & December 4*, 

11, 18 & January 8, 15, 22* 


March 8, 2014 SAT: 

11601.7 $500/$600 non-residents 

11 Mondays @ NHS Room 730 


November 25* & December 2, 9, 16 & January 6, 13*, 

27 & February 3, 10, 24 & March 3* 

11601.8 $500/$600 non-residents 



December 3*, 10, 17 & January 7, 14, 21*, 28 & 

February 4, 11, 25 & March 4* 

11601.9 $500/$600 non-residents 



December 4*, 11, 18 & January 8, 15, 22*, 29 & 

February 5, 12, 26 & March 5* 

Note: The following sections are included in the Fall 

catalog so that students and parents know the options 

that are available in preparation for the spring SAT 

exams. It is not necessary to register in the fall for the 

prep classes beginning in the winter. These classes 

will also be listed in the winter/spring adult education 

catalog, as well as posted on the SAT page of the 

district website, under Community Education. 


May 3, 2014 SAT: 

11601.10 $500/$600 non-residents 


10am-12:30pm (till 2:15pm on first two test days*; 

8:30am-12:45pm on final test day**) 

February 1*, 8, 15 & March 1, 8, 15*, 22, 29 & April 5, 

12, 26** 

11601.11 $500/$600 non-residents 

11 Mondays @ NHS Room 730 


January 27* & February 3, 10, 24 & March 3, 10*, 17, 

24, 31 & April 7, 28* 

11601.12 $500/$600 non-residents 



January 28* & February 4, 11, 25 & March 4, 11*, 18, 

25 & April 1, 8, 29* 

The following section is in preparation for the June 

7, 2014 SAT: 

11601.13 $500/$600 non-residents 



March 12*, 19, 26 & April 2, 9, 16*, 30 & May 7, 14, 

21, 28* 

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CLASSES FOR TEENS / INSTRUCTOR BIOS 

INSTRUCTOR BIOS 

Solving problems in SAT Prep 

ADVANCED DRIVER TRAINING 

Needham Community Education is pleased to promote 

an advanced driver’s training program for Needham 

students through In Control Advanced Driver Training 

at a discounted rate of $275 ($75 off the regular rate of 

$350). The In Control program provides students with 

valuable hands-on experiences in skid control, accident 

avoidance, and other crucial driving skills that cannot 

be practiced on public roads. Professional racecar 

drivers instruct students in both a classroom setting and 

behind the wheel at three locations: the primary training 

facility in North Andover, at Worcester airport, at Barnes 

Airport in Westfield and Pease Airport, in Portsmouth, 

NH. Parents are encouraged to accompany their 

students to the 4 1/2 hour training, observing the in-car 

instruction and joining in for the classroom portions. The 

ideal time for students to take this course is after they 

have completed the on-the-road training of the Driver’s 

Education course, but before or soon after they obtain 

their license (a learner’s permit is required). Additional 

family members can take the training for a reduced rate 

of $230 each. To learn more about the program, visit 

www.WeDriveInControl.com. In addition to the Needham 

HS discount, you may also get a dis count from your 

insurance company, since many insurance companies 

now offer discounts for having completed the Advanced 

Driver Training – consult your insurance agent about this 

possibility. To register, go to www.WeDriveInControl. 

com/NeedhamHS or call (978) 658-4144 (and mention 

Needham High School for the discounted rate). 

SHAKUR ABDUL-KHALLAQ has a BA in Psychology 

from Boston University. He taught in the Boston Public 

Schools for one year before joining the staff at Needham 

High School as METCO Coordinator, and has taught 

SAT Prep classes for Needham Community Education 

since the fall of 2008. 

JOSEPHINE ANTONELLIS has over 15 years of experience 

in data management. She is currently the Data 

Manager for the Needham Public Schools. She enjoys 

teaching users of all levels in a variety of computer applications. 

HILDI ARNOLD teaches physical education in Westwood 

and has taught a variety of adult fitness classes 

including spin, cardio kickboxing, muscle conditioning, 

boot camp, step circuit, stability ball and beginning yoga. 

She has many certifications including Aerobics & Fitness 

Association of America Group Exercise Instructor, Schwinn 

Cycling Instructor, Fitness Resource Associates 

Level One Yoga Instructor, Resist-A-Ball C.O.R.E. Level 

One Instructor, American Safety and Health Institute 

CPR Pro, and First Aid. She earned a B.A. in Sociology 

from Hamilton College and a Master’s Degree in Education 

from Wheelock College. 

DAVE BECKER is the chef and owner of Sweet Basil 

in Needham. Dave has worked in kitchens in Boston, 

Napa Valley, and Italy for over twenty years, and opened 

Sweet Basil in 2000. He has also written two cookbooks, 

Thrown Out of an Italian Kitchen: Recipes from 

Sweet Basil, and his newest release, Stewed. 

INGRID GOLDBLOOM BLOCH has a MS in Counseling 

Psychology and is a member of the ICC (Independent 

Career Counselors), and the ACP (Association 

of Career Management Professionals). Through her 

business, Mosaic Careers, she provides personal career 

counseling, coaching and assessment for individuals 

facing a variety of career challenges. She is also an 

artist who uses common objects in creative and unusual 

ways to create her art. Her pieces have been described 

as “innovative, ironic, and humorous.” Her works have 

been featured in museums and galleries throughout the 

United States, including two Bead International: Best in 

Contemporary Beadwork touring shows, the Fuller Craft 

Museum, and The Society for Arts and Crafts in Boston, 

and Ripley’s Believe It or Not! For more information go 

to www.ingridgoldbloombloch.com 

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JANE BRALEY, a Needham resident, is the owner 

of J. Grant Braley Interiors, a full service interior 

design firm serving both residential and commercial 

customers. The firm handles a wide variety of design 

projects, from kitchen and bath renovations, to paint 

color consultations, to re-design of existing spaces and 

whole house renovations. Their firm believes that each 

client, as well as each project, is unique and should be 

treated as such. Jane has an associate’s degree in 

Interior Design from Endicott College, and a bachelor’s 

degree in Interior Design from Michigan State University, 

and has been working as a designer for over 30 

years. For more information about her firm, go to www. 

jgbraleyinteriors.com 

J. SCOTT BRUMIT has been studying various forms 

of martial arts since 1983. He has studied and taught 

Kung-Fu, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and numerous weapon 

forms. He has performed as a martial artist in Sarah 

Caldwell’s production of Puccini’s Turandot for the Opera 

Company of Boston. Scott also has been performing, 

directing and producing opera throughout the U.S. 

for over 30 years, and currently serves as the General 

Director of Needham’s Longwood Opera. 

SCOTT CAHALY graduated from the University of 

Vermont with a degree in fine arts in the late 90s. Upon 

graduation, he moved into the carving community in 

Central Vermont and worked as the resident sculptor at 

the Vermont Marble Exhibit. In 2000, Scott relocated 

to the Boston area where he started exhibiting his 

work in many local galleries and universities. He is a 

member of The New England Sculptors Association 

and has been teaching stone sculpture for over ten 

years at several major sculptural institutions, including 

the deCordova Museum School. 

HSIU-HUI CHEN is a certified Nia instructor who 

teaches in several area programs. She was born in 

Taipei, Taiwan, and holds a BA in English from Fu- 

Jen University in Taiwan. She is trained in classical 

ballet, ballroom dance, and Chinese dance. Hsiu-Hui 

discovered NIA classes 10 years ago and has been 

dancing NIA ever since, and enjoys sharing NIA and 

other dance forms with students in several community 

education programs. 

MARILYN CRUICKSHANK, a Needham resident, is 

the owner of Creative Simplicity Professional Organizing, 

LLC, which provides an array of organizing 

services to individuals, families, and businesses in the 

Metrowest area. Marilyn is a member of the National 

Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO). 

DEBORAH DROSNIN AND ALISA JONAS are both 

estate-planning attorneys. Alisa received her JD from 

Harvard Law School and her BA in Economics and 

German Literature from Brandeis University. She 

practiced tax law at Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge 

and did estate-planning work for the law firm of Wade 

and Horowitz prior to establishing her own practice. 

Deborah received her JD from Northeastern University 

School of Law, and her BA in Psychology from 

Clark University. Prior to establishing her own estate 

planning practice, she worked as an attorney at Foley, 

Hoag & Eliot, a major Boston law firm. 

DAN ENG started Barleycorn’s in 1998. He has been 

instructing novices as well as experienced beer lovers 

in the art of craft beer brewing for more than 13 years. 

He also serves as a beer judge at the annual Great 

International Beer Festival in Providence, R.I. 

ERIC FRERE was born in Ottawa, Canada and French 

is his native tongue. He has traveled extensively 

throughout the world, including France and French 

Polynesia. He has taught French in the Needham 

schools for over 10 years, and taught Traveler’s French 

and Conversational French adult classes for Needham 

Community Ed. He is a member of the Massachusetts 

Foreign Language Association, and the American Association 

of Teachers of French. 

MICHAEL GALPERIN has achieved the title of SAM- 

BO Grandmaster from the World Martial Arts Alliance, 

and was inducted into the Hall of Fame by AAU-USA. 

He studied with one of the founders of SAMBO in 

Russia, and has taught self-defense Combat SAMBO 

both in Europe and the U.S. for various law enforcement, 

military, and community organizations for over 

60 years. He is the founder and President of the U.S. 

Combat SAMBO Association. 

CATHERINE GENTILE is a graduate of the School of 

the Museum of Fine Arts and the owner of the Button 

Box, a quilt shop and sewing center specializing in 

contemporary and oriental fabrics. Catherine has been 

teaching sewing classes for over 25 years. For more 

information on the Button Box, go to www.buttonboxsewing.com 

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JENNIFER GIBBS owned and operated a successful 

boutique in Dedham from 2004 until 2013. After a 

close family member suffered a health crisis in 2011, 

Jennifer began researching the foods we put into our 

bodies and the products we put on them. She was 

troubled to find out that many of the chemicals in 

commerce today have undergone very little testing for 

safety. Much of this information is not common knowledge 

so she has made it her mission to share it with 

others. Also as a response to this revelation, Jennifer 

has developed a skin care line to offer people a safe 

and effective alternative to their current products. 

BILL GOLDMAN holds a BA in Government from 

Colby College and a MS in Accounting from Northeastern 

University. He has taught high school math since 

2006, and began at Needham High School in the fall of 

2009. He has taught SAT Prep classes for Needham 

Community Education since the fall of 2010. 

MICHAEL GREIS is the chair of the Green Needham 

Collaborative. Michael brings thirty years of professional 

experience in business development, sales and 

management, and expertise in sustainability, finance 

and information technology to his consulting work in 

sustainability and sustainable investing. Michael is 

active in federal, state, and local policy on renewable 

energy. Michael has a BS in Molecular Biophysics 

and Biochemistry from Yale University, a Masters 

in Finance from Boston College’s Carroll School of 

Management, and has completed all three levels of 

the Chartered Financial Analyst examination. He is a 

member of the Boston Security Analysts Society. 

MAX HEKLER has a BA in English and a MA in Education 

from UMass Amherst, and has been teaching 

English at Needham High School for 12 years. He 

has taught all levels of 11th grade English and AP 

Literature and Composition for the 12th grade, and has 

tutored students privately in writing and language arts. 

While in graduate school, Max co-taught the TEAMS 

Tutoring Project, a course that trained and monitored 

over 100 undergraduate and graduate tutoring secondary 

students in local public schools. 

MIKE HIGASHI, recently retired NHS guidance counselor, 

received a BA in psychology from Yale University, 

a MEd from the University of Hawaii, and a CAES 

from Boston College. Prior to Needham, he counseled 

students at the Iolani School in Honolulu, and for nine 

years co-directed Hawaii’s largest SAT Prep program. 

He has led SAT Prep workshops at The College Board 

Western Regional Conference and at The Hawaii Association 

for College Admissions Counseling Conference, 

and has taught SAT Prep classes for Needham 


NICK HILL is a Needham resident, a member of the 

Green Needham Collaborative, and the principal of 

Hill Energy Services, a consulting practice focused on 

helping businesses reduce their energy use and costs. 

He has been active in energy management and renewable 

energy for over 25 years. During his career, Nick 

has helped clients reduce their energy use by over 

1.2 billion kilowatt-hours. He recently helped a client 

develop and install a large photovoltaic project atop 

a warehouse and has several more in the pipeline. 

Nick is a LEED Accredited Professional and a Certified 

Energy Manager. He is a graduate of Wesleyan 

University. 

DAN HUDDER, NHS English teacher, received his 

BS in English Education from NYU, his MA in American 

Studies from UMass Boston, and his M.Ed. in 

Organizational Management from Endicott College. 

In collaboration with a former Needham High School 

colleague, Dan founded, designed, and coordinated 

Needham Test Prep, an SAT preparation program in 

Needham. Dan has taught and coordinated SAT Prep 

classes for Needham Community Education since the 

fall of 2005. 

MICHELLE KEEFE has been practicing yoga for over 

10 years and teaching for 5 years. She is a Registered 

Yoga Teacher (RYT) through Yoga Alliance and is also 

certified in prenatal yoga. She received her training 

under Natasha Rizopolous and Barrett Reinhorn. 

Misha focuses her teaching practice on the style of Vinyasa 

Flow and believes strongly in the importance of 

physical alignment. Misha considers teaching yoga a 

great privilege and enjoys assisting people within their 

own practice. 

EMILY KELLER AND ROBERT DEUTSCH are Needham 

residents who have extensive work experience in 

professional writing (Rob) and the teaching of writing 

(Emily). Emily Keller has taught English for 20 years 

in several area districts, including Needham, Wellesley, 

Lexington, and Wayland, and is currently teaching 

English as a Second Language to adults at EF Interna- 

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tional. Robert Deutsch is an award-winning columnist 

as well as a former proofreader, editor and newspaper 

publisher. He formerly worked for Ask.com as their VP 

of Content development. 

NUR KILIC has owned Serenade Chocolatier for over 

20 years, and has continued the Viennese tradition of 

making fine chocolates started by William “Uncle Bill” 

Federer in Brookline over 45 years ago. 

DOUG KOPCSO holds a BS in Business Administration 

from Babson College and completed his teacher 

licensure in 2005, earning his PBTL from Framingham 

State College. He has taught SAT Prep classes for 

Needham Community Education since the fall of 2005. 

ELIZABETH LAHENS is a married mother of two 

and extreme couponer from Webster, Massachusetts. 

Elizabeth has a BA in Paralegal Studies from Johnson 

and Wales University and is the owner of www. 

extremecoupontoday.com Elizabeth has taught in 

many area community education programs, and enjoys 

sharing her knowledge and tips to help people realize 

huge savings. 

JOAN LANAGAN has a BA in Spanish from Regis College 

and a MEd. In Bilingual Education from UMass, 

Boston, and is recently retired from the Wayland Public 

Schools after over 35 years of teaching Spanish. Joan 

has studied and traveled in Costa Rica, Guatemala, 

Ecuador, Mexico and Spain. In past summers, she has 

worked in Peru with Hatun Runa, a non-profit organization 

committed to medical and educational development 

in the northeast Andes. 

ANAND LELE is an active member of the American 

Contract Bridge League (ACBL) since 1982, and has 

played in various tournaments, achieving the rank 

of Silver Life Master. He is also an ACBL accredited 

teacher, and has taught Beginning and Intermediate 

Bridge in local community education programs since 

1993. Anand holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the 

University of Poona, India, and worked for many years 

as a structural engineer. 

MICHEL L’HUILLIER studied Fine Arts and Art History 

in Strasbourg, France and has over 20 years of 

experience working in stained glass and glass fusing. 

Although his primary focus is on architectural commissions 

using these two techniques, he also creates 

unique decorative fused glass objects. With great 

enthusiasm and humor, Michel has enjoyed sharing 

his passion for glass art forms with students in adult 

education and glass schools in the Boston area since 

2004. For more information and to see photos of Michel’s 

and his students’ projects, go to www.michellhuillierglass.com 

SAM LIGGERO holds a Ph.D. in chemistry and has 32 

years experience at Polaroid Corporation in inventing, 

designing, developing, manufacturing and launching 

novel imaging systems. He has taught digital photography 

for Needham Community Education for many 

years, and is also a practicing digital photographer 

who has exhibited his work locally. Sam is currently 

a Professor of the Practice at Tufts’ Gordon Institute 

where he teaches New Product Development, Technology 

Strategy and Innovation, and Management of 

Innovation. 

JENNIFER LOPEZ received a BA in Spanish Translation 

and Interpretation and a MA in Spanish Pedagogy 

from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. She 

lived and worked in Columbia for 2 years and taught 

a study abroad program in the Dominican Republic. 

Jennifer taught Spanish for several years before joining 

the Needham High School faculty in 2004. 

CINDY LOUGHRAN, a Needham resident, is the 

Founder and CEO of Cindy Loughran Coaching, and 

a Certified Professional Coach, and Certified Group 

Coach. She worked for nine years in Human Resources 

in the corporate world before starting her own 

coaching and consulting business in 1986. Cindy was 

recognized as one of Boston’s Top Ten Coaches by 

Women’s Business Boston, and has been a contributor 

to national trade and business journals. For more 

information go to www.cindyloughrancoaching.com 

MARIA ELENA LYNCH is a veteran knitter who 

learned the craft while growing up in Peru. She has 

been teaching knitting privately and for Needham Community 

Education for several years. 

PAUL MALAGRIFA is a Certified Wine Educator who 

has been avidly pursuing his passion for wine for 

well over 20 years. A winemaking hobby begun in the 

1980s spurred him to begin collecting and studying the 

wine making of others. Paul writes, teaches and lectures 

frequently on the topic of wine appreciation, and 

conducts regular wine education classes and seminars 

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in the greater Boston area. His website www.musingsonthevine.com 

aims to share his passion about wine, 

strip away the mysteries surrounding wine, and provide 

a resource for those “who just want to be able to buy a 

decent wine to drink with dinner tonight”. 

VALERY MARCANTONIO, a graduate of the St. Louis 

Conservatory, is a tap/jazz dance teacher, choreographer, 

and performer. She has taught in various area 

neighborhood, college, and school settings, including 

Newton Recreation Department, Emerson College, 

Belmont Day School, and Studio Ten Tap. Her 

professional credits include Marcantonio’s Tap/Jazz 

Collective, Patrice Monahan ShufflinTime, and Mystic 

Chorale/Tremont Temple-Boston. 

NICOLE MASON has a BA in English from The College 

of Saint Rose in Albany, N.Y. She taught English 

in Acadia Middle School in Clifton Park, N.Y., and 

helped design an ELA exam preparation program 

there before moving to Boston. She teaches English 

at Needham High School, and has taught SAT Prep 

classes for Needham Community Education since the 

fall of 2008. 

TOM MATZELL is a semi-retired Boston television and 

advertising executive who has successfully sold four 

homes without a broker, saving almost $90,000. He 

has also completed training to be a real estate agent. 

With a BA in Theatre and Communications, and 40 

plus years experience as a performer and marketing 

guru, Tom is right at home in front of a class willing to 

learn something new and have fun doing it. 

CATHY MERLO is the Associate Director and Advisor 

for Evening & Fast Track students at the F.W. Olin 

Graduate School of Business at Babson College, 

providing career counseling for the evening and executive 

MBA students at the graduate school. In addition 

to being a career adviser, Cathy also develops courses 

and teaches classes, both online and in the classroom 

on a wide variety of subjects including social media. 

CHRISTINE MIRABILE loves French! From her first 

French class at eight years old, she fell in love with 

the language and continues to study it. While living 

in Brussels with her family, she had the opportunity 

to speak French everyday and to travel extensively in 

Europe. She is a graduate of Boston College and Tufts 

University and taught French in the Needham Schools 

for nine years. She is a member of the American Association 

of Teachers of French and the French Cultural 

Center of Boston. 

ZEHARA NACHASH is a New England area belly 

dancer and Boston’s premier snake dancer. She performs 

throughout the New England area, and teaches 

belly dance classes, fire-eating lessons, and snake 

dance workshops throughout the area. For more information 

visit: www.zehara.com 

JOANNE NEALE is the owner of Needham-based 

Garden Mentor, a consulting service for the homeowner, 

providing education (plant identification and 

care information), garden design (from plant lists to 

landscape plans), and personal plant shopping, all with 

an emphasis on low maintenance and environmental 

responsibility. 

CAROL OBERLE is a Certified Yoga Instructor who 

has been practicing yoga for more than a dozen years. 

She has been teaching yoga to adults in various local 

settings for many years. 

DIANA PARKHURST has a BS in Physical Education 

and a MS in Teaching and Administration, both from 

Springfield College. She has been a member of the 

Needham High School Physical Education & Wellness 

department since 2005, and before that taught physical 

education at Newman Elementary School. She 

received the 2009 Massachusetts Secondary Teacher 

of the Year for Physical Education. Diana is also the 

head coach for the NHS Boys Rugby Club, head coach 

for the Northeastern Women’s Rugby Club, and serves 

as coach, player, and captain of the Boston Women’s 

Rugby Club. 

BOB PONTE received a degree in Music Education/ 

Piano from the New England Conservatory of Music, 

and has taught music in public schools and tutored 

students privately for over 25 years. He is recently 

retired from the Cambridge Public Schools where he 

taught and/or developed a wide array of courses for 

4th through 12th grade. In addition to providing piano 

instruction for Cambridge students, Bob assumed 

many other roles, including Orchestra Director, Concert 

Band Director, and Jazz Ensemble Director. View 

more details at www.pianoplus-fatcow.net 

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PEARL PRESSMAN, a Needham resident, is a nationally 

certified exercise instructor by AFAA (Aerobics and 

Fitness Association of America). Since 1996, she has 

taught exercise and muscle conditioning classes in 

a variety of settings, including colleges, health clubs, 

and corporations. She is currently on staff at Newton 

Wellesley Hospital’s Wellness Center. 

QUENTIN PRIDEAUX has a degree in Physics from 

Bristol University, and is a Partner in the management 

consulting firm Alder Associates. He began learning 

about climate change in the 1990’s, is active in various 

local climate groups, and was honored to join The Climate 

Reality Project as a Climate Leader in 2012. 

SARAH ROBERTS has a Masters degree in Physical 

Therapy and has worked as a physical therapist, 

most recently as director of a rehab facility in Brockton. 

She has taught Pilates in various settings, including a 

Yoga studio, a clubhouse in Quincy, a staff development 

course for Needham teachers. Sarah has taught 

Pilates for beginners and advanced beginners for 

Needham Community Education since 2006, and has 

developed a very loyal following of students. 

LYN SCHWARTZ, MS, RD, is a Registered Dietitian 

who received a degree in nutritional sciences from 

Cornell University. She is a part-time lecturer at the 

University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth and has a 

private practice in nutrition counseling. She is a member 

of Eat Well, Be Fit, a group of Needham professionals 

dedicated to improving the health and well-being 

of Needham residents, and a regular nutrition guest 

on New England Cable News live morning show. 

STEFFI SHAPIRO has both a MSW and is a R.Y.T. 

(Registered Yoga Teacher), and is the founder and 

director of The Well Street Station in Watertown. She 

has combined her background in social work and yoga 

to work in various settings for over 30 years. She currently 

teaches at several senior centers and senior facilities 

in the area. She is a member of both the Mass 

Yoga Network and national Yoga Alliance, and often 

presents workshops at national conferences. 

JOHN SHEA has a BS in Mathematics from the University 

of Massachusetts at Dartmouth, an MBA with 

a concentration in Management from Bentley College 

and a MEd from the University of Massachusetts at 

Boston. John has been a math teacher for over 12 

years, and is currently teaching math and serving as 

the Math Department chair at Needham High School. 

John has taught SAT Prep classes for Needham Community 

Education since the fall of 2008. 

ANNA SIMON was born and raised in and around 

Stockholm, Sweden but has spent most of her adult 

life in the Boston area. She has a bachelor’s degree in 

religion from Wellesley College, and a MFA in Creative 

Writing from Lesley University, and has several years 

of experience researching and editing in writing groups. 

She has taught writing classes for Needham Adult Education 

for several years and is an instructor for Intuitive 

Writing Workshops. Recently, Anna has also taught 

adult education writing classes in her native Sweden. 

Anna is also a culinary instructor and loves sharing her 

passion for food, especially educating others in Glutenfree 

baking and cooking. 

ELIZABETH SPARK, MD, brings over 25 years of experience 

teaching communication and stress management 

skills in group settings as well as in her medical 

practice located in Newton, MA. NVC (Non Violent 

Communication) has touched her profoundly and has 

become a major influence in her work with patients as 

well as in her personal life. For more information on 

NVC, go to www.cnvc.org 

CARA STUDDS has been teaching art in Massachusetts 

public schools for 10 years. After living and 

teaching on Martha’s Vineyard for five years, she 

joined the faculty in the Fine and Performing Arts 

department at Needham High School in 2012. Cara 

earned her BFA at the University of the Arts and her 

Master of Arts in Teaching at the School of Visual 

Art. She works primarily as a freelance illustrator and 

portrait artist in watercolor. She is currently working 

on an imaginative body of work depicting fish, dragons, 

and frogs. As a teaching artist, Cara hopes to see her 

students change their perception about talent and its 

presumed dictation over success in visual art. 

DANNO SULLIVAN presents comedy and music at 

special events around the country, and runs the 500 

member Ukulele Union of Boston (www.meetup.com/ 

BostonUke) and the Out-of-Copyright Old-Time Ukulele 

Sheet Music of the Week Club (www.UkeSongofthe 

Month.com ). Danno lives by the axiom (copped from 

an old ukulele ad) “Music self-played is happiness selfmade”. 

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KAT SUWALSKI is a personal trainer, teaches Russian 

Kettle Bells, is co-owner at Love Pole Fitness in 

Bellingham and a teacher trainer through Hoopnotica 

Hooping. She teaches hula hooping at various area 

programs. Her infectious passion for health and fun 

gives this 1960’s pastime a thrilling face-lift! Visit Kat 

at www.wildkathoops.com 

LAVONNE SUWALSKI graduated with a BA in Fine 

Arts from Emmanuel College, and received a MA in 

the Liberal Arts with a Watercolor Focus from Clark 

University. Lavonne has taught all levels and ages of 

artists, from elementary age children to adults. For a 

gallery of Lavonne’s work, and more information about 

her philosophy and teaching style go to www.lavonnesuwalski.com 

KATIE SWEGAN has an undergraduate degree in 

Spanish from the University of Mary Washington, and a 

MEd with a concentration in Spanish from Framingham 

State College. She teaches Spanish at Needham High 

School, and has taught SAT Prep classes for Needham 


she specializes in massage therapy for relaxation, 

clinical massage for pain and injury and prenatal/pregnancy 

massage. 

ANDREA WINTERER is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL 

PLANNER, with more than 12 years of experience 

as a financial services professional. Andrea graduated 

Summa Cum Laude from the University of Vermont 

with a degree in finance. In addition, she completed 

the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Designation and 

had CLTC designation (Certified in Long Term Care 

Planning). She enjoys tennis, CrossFit, and skiing. 

MIKE WOLOSHYN is a professional upholsterer who 

has taught upholstery for Needham Community Education 

for many years, and has developed a following of 

very enthusiastic students. 

SANDRA THORBJORNSEN has been teaching 

Zumba and Hip Hop classes at area health and 

recreation programs for many years. Her classes 

have an enthusiastic and loyal following. Sandra has 

recently begun teaching Zumba Toning classes, having 

received certification as a Zumba Toning instructor. 

BRIAN WASIK is co-owner, with his family, of the 

Cheese Shop in Wellesley, a well-known and popular 

shop started in 1979 by their father and mother, Steve 

and Carol. Born into the business and raised in the 

back room of his family’s cheese shop, Brian now 

serves as head cheese buyer and cellar manager. 

Brian has devoted his life to the knowledge of procuring, 

ripening, and selling cheese. His Cheese classes, 

done for private parties and events, are known to be 

informative, delicious, and most of all fun. For more information 

on the Cheese Shop, go to www.wasiks.com 

NANCY WILDE, a Needham resident, is a massage 

therapist, Certified Neuromuscular Therapist, and a 

Massachusetts Licensed Vocational Technical Educator. 

She has taught massage therapy for over 20 

years, both at the certification level and for professional 

development and continuing education. She has a 

massage therapy practice in Needham Center where 

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FALL 2013 REGISTRATION 

NAME 

ADDRESS CITY ZIP CODE 

PHONE (day) 

PHONE (evening) 

EMAIL 

(Please include your email, legibly written, for email confirmation of registration and for any possible class changes.) 

COURSE CODE # COURSE TITLE FEE 

TOTAL 

1) PAY BY CHECK: 

Please make a separate check for each course 

payable to: Needham Community Education 

2) PAY BY CHARGE: 

BY PHONE: 781-455-0400 x235 8am-4pm 

BY FAX: 781-455-0417 OR 

THROUGH THE MAIL (see address below) 

MAIL TO: NEEDHAM COMMUNITY EDUCATION 

1330 HIGHLAND AVE, NEEDHAM, MA 02492 

CREDIT CARD INFORMATION: 

Tally 

Check 

OFFICE USE ONLY 

Batch# 

CHARGE TO: MC, VISA, OR DISC. CARD # / / / EXP. DATE / 

CARDHOLDER’S SIGNATURE

PROGRAM POLICIES 

Confirmations: We will confirm your registration 

via email. If no email is provided, or cannot be read 

clearly, you will not receive any confirmation. You will 

be contacted if a class is full, or cancelled. 

Discounts/Fees: Scholarships are available; please 

contact the NCE office for more information. 

Evaluations/Photos: Evaluations will be handed out 

at the end of each course. Please take a few minutes 

to give us your feedback - we listen to what you say! 

We may visit your class and take photos; please let us 

know if you’d prefer not to be photographed. 

Holidays/ School Closings/ Inclement Weather: 

Classes follow the Needham Public Schools’ schedule 

unless noted in the class description. If the Needham 

schools have been canceled due to bad weather, 

the adult education classes will be canceled as well. 

For up to date weather cancellations, please check 

the Needham schools’ website home page: www. 

needham.k12.ma.us 

Refunds: We will issue a full refund when a class is 

cancelled. You may withdraw from a class and get 

a refund (minus a $10 processing fee) if you notify 

us at least one week before the class start. We are 

unfortunately not able to give refunds once a class 

has begun. 

Satisfaction Guaranteed: We will refund the course 

fee for multi-session classes if you are not satisfied 

with the class. We only ask that you contact us before 

the second class session to let us know what about the 

class did not meet your expectations. 

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BY FAX 



FAX registration form to 

781-455-0417. 

Participation of Minors in Adult Education Classes: 

Parents, please be aware that if you register your 

under-18 year old son or daughter for an adult 

education class you are agreeing to the following: 

I hereby consent to my son’s/daughter’s 

participation in the Needham Community Education 

adult education program, the taking of photos of my 

child and/or promotion of the program and to his/ 

her use of the Needham Public Schools facilities 

and equipment. I further agree to release and hold 

harmless the Town of Needham, Needham Public 

Schools and their employees, agents and assigns 

from any and all liability or expenses arising out 

of any incident involving, or any account of any 

injury to my minor child in connection with such a 

program. I accept full responsibility for all costs for 

any such emergency treatment. I agree to abide by 

all NCE policies. 

BY PHONE Call us at 781-455- 

0400 x235. 

BY MAIL 

✎ COME IN 

Mail registration form to 

Needham Community 

Education, 1330 

Highland Avenue, 

Needham, MA 02492. 

Come to our office at 


(1st floor), 8am-4pm, 

Monday - Friday. 

Processing Fee for Changes: You may change 

your registration from one class to another (provided 

there is room in the class); a change fee of $10 will be 

charged.


Needham Public Schools 


Needham, MA 02492 

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