This program offers continued lifetime learning through socialization with peers and stimulating professional presentations.
We meet Mondays and Thursdays between 10 AM and 12 Noon. Programs start at 10:30 AM. To enrich and expand the offerings, an additional monthly listing of guest lectures and special events will be provided.
Registration for all our programs, calling 914-779-3660, is suggested so we can prepare seating. By introducing new topics and retaining old favorites we will meet our standards for stimulating and worthwhile activity.
Midchester Active Retirement Program is a cooperative effort with the JCC on
the Hudson. This progam is partially funded through a grant from The New York State Office of the
Aging through the support of the Yonkers State Delegation. The Journey into
Musical Theatre is offered in conjunction with Westchester Community College
Mainstream
ARCHEOLOGY Date and Time: Thursdays Sept. 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17 10:30 AM - Noon
Instructor: Dr. Eugene Boesch has a Ph. D. in Archeology,
specializing in Native American Archeology. He worked in this area for 22 years
and taught at NYU, Vassar, Rutgers and Adlephi Universities.
DECOUPAGE Date and Time: Monday Oct. 7
SERVICES OF THE OFFICE OF THE AGING Find out about the various services available, the latest legislation, RSVP, recreation and the benefits of volunteerism. Questions welcomed
Date and Time: Monday October 21
Instructor: Kathy Moran, is director of Constituent Services and the Office of the Aging.
HOT TOPICS IN THE NEWS (PART I)
Date and Time: Thursday October 24 and 31
Instructor: Vincent Bonelli, Professor of History and Political Science at Bronx Community College of CUNY and Adjunct Professor of History and Political Science at Westchester Community College.
IL TROVATORE - THE DISCUSSION
Date and Time: Monday October 28
Instructor: Anthony Marchesani, Teacher, Lecturer.
IL TROVATORE - THE TRIP
Date and Time: Monday November 4
Instructor: Anthony Marchesani, Teacher, Lecturer.
THE CAMERA AND THE MELTING POT:ETHNICITY AND AMERICAN CINEMA
Date and Time: Thursdays, November 7, 14, 21
Instructor: Bill Costanzo, teaches courses in writing, literature and film at Westchester Community College where he holds the Nancy and William Olsen Distinguished Chair in English. He hosts the popular Friday Night Film Series at WCC and has written books on writing , cinema, and computers. Professor Costanzo received his Ph. D. in English and Comparative Literature from Columbia University.
EMPIRE FALLS BY FRANK RUSSO
Date and Time: Monday November 18
Instructor: Pearl Rothman.
SHARE YOUR TALENT
LESS AGGRAVATION IN RELATIONSHIPS
Date and Time: Monday December 2
Instructor: Barbara Nanus, M.S., is a Family Support Specialist at the American Red Cross September 11 Recovery Project. She has a Masters in Marriage and Family Counseling.
SKIN CARE FOR ACTIVE RETIREES
Date and Time: Monday December 9
Instructor: Linda Choo currently teaches science and social studies while pursuing her Masters of Arts in teaching. During her spare time, she is a Mary Kay independent beauty consultant. She enjoys refereeing and playing ice hockey.
SCULPTURE
Date and Time: Thursdays December 5, 12, 19
Instructor: Jo'Ann Brody is a well known Westchester sculptor who works with cement and clay. she teaches in schools and senior centers. Ms. Brody exhibits extensively and has an exhibit opening at Westchester Community College October 19th.
YEAR END PARTY
ETHNIC CHANGE IN THE 20th CENTURY BRONX
Date and Time: Mnday January 6, 2003
Instructor: Prof. Lloyd Ultan, is the Bronx Borough Historian and a Professor of history at Fairleigh Dickinson University in N.J. He is the author of 8 books about the Bronx.
THEATER WORKSHOP
Date and Time: Thursdays January 9, 16, 23, 30
Instructor: Kathleen McCarthy-Udoff, M.A., Consultant, Theatre Arts and Creative Writing
THE JOURNEY INTO THE MUSICAL THEATRE
Date and Time: Mondays January 13, 20, 27 February 3, 10, 24 (no meeting Feb 17th)
Instructor: Lu Gmoser is the 2001 recipient of the Cab Calloway Fondation Lifetime Achievement Award. She wrote a book, Great Composers. Ms. Gmoser is the producer of the Asbury Summer Theatre in Yonkers since 1979.
PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMOR
Date and Time: Thursdays February 6, 13, 27 (no meeting Feb 20th) March 6
Instructor: Prof. Michael Berkowitz, Professor of Psychology at Westchester Community College.
FOLK DANCING
Date and Time: Mondays March 3, 10, 17, 24
Instructor: Linda Paver.
TAI CHI Date and Time: Thursdays March 13,20, 27, April 3, 10 11 AM - Noon
(note time change)
Instructor: Master Colon began his study of Tai Chi in 1965 and
is the director of The Tai Chi
School of Westchester established in 1978. Master Colon combines an
extensive background in Tai Chi with training in Physical Therapy to create a
highly effective synthesis of eastern and western health methods.
PIPES OF PAN
Date and Time: Monday April 7
Instructor: Seymour Lusterman.
HELPING STRESSED FAMILIES
Date and Time:Monday April 28
Instructor: Sandra Bowen Jenkins is a Parent Aide Supervisor at the Child Abuse Prevention Center which serves all of Westchester.
TBA
Date and Time:Thursday May 1 and Mondays May 5, 12, 19 June 2, 9, 16
Instructor: TBA
VIDEO AS ART: AN INTRODUCTION
Date and Time: Thursday May 8
Instructor: Marcy Freedman.
OPERA: TURANDOT BY PUCCINI
Date and Time: Thursdays May 29 June 5, 12, 19
Instructor: Anthony Marchesani, Teacher, Lecturer.
Explore these
topics based on Dr. Boesch's research. Time for identification of your
archeological artifacts. 1. Israel - Plain of Sharon and Jerusalem; 2. 18th
Century African-American Burial ground n N.Y.C.; 3. Human Evolution and the
Fossil Record; 4. Non-traditional Archeology - 1969 Woodstock Festival. Also,
early Europoean Discoveries in North America.
Learn this
simple, yet beautiful, decorative art with our own Linda Paver. All supplies
will be provided.
Get background information; join the discussion and ask questions about local, national, and international breaking news.
Review Puccini's opera with Anthony Marchesani. Everyone can particpate whether or not they are going on the trip.
Metropolitan Opera full dress rehearsal. Advance registration is required. seating is limited. Particiaption is on a first come, first served basis. People on the waiting list will have priority for the next trip. See registration form for information
1. Hollywood and the Jews; 2. African-Americans in American cinema; 3. Changing images of immigrants
Our own Pearl Rothman will lead us in a book review and discussion about this book which won a Pulitzer Prize
Date and Time: Monday November 25
Discussion and ideas for giving and getting less. Ms. Nanus will also discuss her work
Learn about measures to prevent skin damage, proper treatment for common skin ailments, warning signs of skin cancer, and tips on good nutrition. Free Mary Kay skin care samples
Study 3-dimensional composition through example and exploration. Participate through discussion and by making 3-D bas relief and simple clay tiles in relief. Beginners welcome
Date and Time: Monday December 16 10:30 AM - Noon
The story of the migration and impact of Jewish, Italian and Irish people into and out of NYC's borough of the Bronx in the 20th century and in the migration of Black and Hispanic people there today.
The workshop will include theatre techniques and participation in scene acting, theater games and improvisation. All levels welcome. Join in or watch for lots of fun.
These interactive and provocative seesions will examine what makes something humorous? Is it the material or the teller? Do men tell more jokes than women do? Does having many people in the audience help to make jokes funnier? Please bring a joke or short humorous story.
Learn and enjoy favorites from around the world with our own Linda Paver. Beginners are welcome.
Join Master Domingo Colon in the
relaxing, graceful and gentle practice of this ancient Chinese health system.
These exercises are suitable for all levels of conditioning
Find out more about the most ancient of wind instruments. Our own Seymour Lustrman leads this discussion.
Find out how the use of verbal and non-verbal communication, active listening, and support help overwhelmed families at risk of child abuse and neglect
A study of the opera and Puccini's use of Chinese folk music will be explored for the first three weeks; the fourth week will cover Farewells and Goodbyes in Opera