Continuing Education Catalog

BARTENDING

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Bartending & Mixology 2: The Art of Bartending

Nov. 25 to Dec. 9 

Mondays | 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Adirondack Pub & Brewery, Lake George

This three-week course expands upon the knowledge introduced in Bartending & Mixology 1. These sessions offer more hands-on activities and time to rehearse and advance skills behind the bar to develop teamwork, recall of orders and elements of “style.” Students will have the opportunity to taste and sample spirits and briefly discuss origins of spirits and fun facts, and practice making classic cocktails. The course will study vodka, gin, whiskey, bourbon, scotch, rum and tequila. At the completion of the course, students will be familiar with:

• Customer service and attitude
• Selling techniques and showmanship
• Menu development

Prerequisite: All students must be at least 21 years old to participate in this class, and valid ID is required on the first evening of the class.

Instructor: Frank Burns

Price: $254 (Course price includes a $30 materials fee.)

CRN: 10151

StartUp ADK

Oct. 23 to Dec. 11

Wednesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Live synchronous

For seamless enrollment, please provide your @gmail.com address when registering.

Are you starting or expanding a small business? Join us live, online, for this comprehensive course focused on the business planning process and providing the skills needed to start or scale up your business. Bob Bullock, a SUNY Adirondack Business faculty member and 40-year veteran of the executive suite of numerous regional and statewide organizations, delivers an interactive and robust program. Bob incorporates local content experts in marketing, market research, bookkeeping, tax issues and cash flow, financial projections, legal considerations, human resources, business insurance and more. Participants use an online business plan builder and gain knowledge, feedback and support from an experienced entrepreneur. Residents of Warren or Washington counties who successfully complete this program may be eligible to apply for a small-business loan through Warren or Washington counties’ LDCs.

This course is sponsored by Warren County Local Development Corporation, Washington County Local Development Corporation and SUNY Adirondack Continuing Education.

Instructor: Bob Bullock

Price: $249

CRN: 10154

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

AI: Machine Learning Foundations 

Sept. 26 to Dec. 19 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:45 to 8:45 p.m. | Live synchronous

In this comprehensive course, designed specifically for adults seeking career-ready skills, you’ll delve into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence (AI). This course covers a wide spectrum of topics, including understanding the basics and building practical tools, equipping you with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to thrive in today's AI-driven landscape. We will use various tools, including prebuilt ones such as ChatGPT, AI API Interfaces, and pretrained HuggingFace models. Trainees will also build an understanding of the fundamental concepts that power AI technology, such as tokenization and neural networks.

Please note: For this class, it is recommended that trainees have previous experience with Python, including an understanding of handling dictionaries and JSON, understanding matrix multiplication and other mathematical operations that deal with matrices. Individuals who have experience in object-oriented programming languages other than Python and are interested in this class are also encouraged to apply; CanCode Communities will contact you to conduct an individual assessment.

Grant-funded tuition is available for qualified participants 18 years of age or older who are New York state residents. Please complete the form at bit.ly/GrantFundedTraining to apply for tuition assistance.

Instructor: CanCode Communities

Price: $2,500 

CRN: 10135

MANAGEMENT SKILLS

Management, Leadership & Team-Building Series: Building Collaborative Relationships NEW!

Dec. 5 to 19

Thursdays | 9 to 10 a.m. | Live synchronous

Whether you just started your career or have been working in your field for some time, these classes aim to enhance your abilities and take your performance to the next level. 

In today's rapidly changing and interconnected world, building strong relationships with colleagues, teams and other stakeholders is crucial for achieving success in any organization. Leaders play pivotal roles in driving collaboration, innovation and productivity within their teams. Gain necessary tools, strategies and insights to enhance your ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships. 

The instructor is a seasoned executive leader with more than two decades of experience in developing innovative strategies to drive success in complex organizations. He is a retired senior executive in the U.S. Marine Corps, owner of a recruiting and workforce development company, certified Resilience-Building Leadership Professional® trainer and Everything DiSC® practitioner.

Instructor: Christopher Thomas

Price: $195

CRN: 10162

MICROSOFT EXCEL COURSES

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Microsoft Excel Level 3: Advanced Skills

Nov. 19 and 21 

Tuesday & Thursday | 6 to 9 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Use Excel to manage, share and present data at work or home. Learn to work with multiple worksheets and workbooks, use lookup functions and formula auditing, share and protect workbooks, automate functionality, create sparklines and forecast data. This course is intended for individuals who have significant experience with Microsoft Excel and are interested in advancing their skills and efficiency in this software application. To successfully complete this course, you must attend both sessions.

Registration for this class closes Thursday, Nov. 7, to ensure timely receipt of course materials.

Instructor: Dan Dragon

Price: $145 (Course price includes a $35 materials fee.)

CRN: 10142

NOTARY COURSES

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Notary Public License Exam Preparation — Self-Paced, Online Course

Available Sept. 15 to Dec. 1 

This online, self-paced course is offered through the Brightspace learning management system and is designed to teach essential information needed for the New York State Notary exam. In addition, this course will thoroughly prepare participants for the duties and functions of a Notary Public officer. They will gain insight into what a Notary Public’s key responsibilities and limitations are, as well as some best practices of a Notary Public officer. Topics will include notary concepts, definition review, sample forms and notary law subsection review. 

Please note: The Notary Public exam will not be given during this workshop. To successfully complete this course and prepare for the exam, students are required to complete the reading, discussion and quiz activities identified in the course syllabus.

Registration for this course closes Friday, Nov. 1, to ensure participants have time to complete the course. Please see our registration information page for our refund and tuition liability policy for online asynchronous courses.

Instructor: Kelli Hatin, Ed.D., professor of business, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $85

CRN: 10139

Basic Operations for Wastewater Treatment Plants

Sept. 10 to Nov. 21 (No class Oct. 8 or 10)

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6 to 9 p.m. 

Queensbury campus & Glens Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant 

Participants in this 20-session course will experience a broad introduction and overview of wastewater treatment operations, excluding activated sludge (a separate course typically offered in the spring semester). Successful completion of a training course and course exam is required as part of the qualification process to take the New York state certification examinations. This is not intended to be an exam review course, and completing it cannot ensure successful completion of the certification exams. The course outline will follow the New York state DEC’s “Curricula Guide for WWTP Operator Certification Training — Basic Operations Course” and is also approved for credit toward recertification of a wastewater operator license.

Please note:

• The first and last sessions will be held at SUNY Adirondack’s Queensbury campus. The remaining sessions will be held at Glens Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant (GFWWTP).
• Attendance at all sessions and completion of all required course activities and the exam are required to receive a certificate of completion. 

Required textbooks: The following textbooks are required for the course. Students who do not already have these textbooks must purchase copies before the first class.

• “Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants,” Vol. 1, 8th Edition, published in 2019 (available through the Office of Water Programs, Sacramento State)
• “Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants,” Vol. 2, 8th Edition, published in 2022 (available through the Office of Water Programs, Sacramento State)

Instructor: William Norton, GFWWTP 

Price: $950

CRN: 10128

OTHER UPCOMING COURSES

HVAC/R Fundamentals Bootcamp

Dates and times to be announced

This course will begin with the basics of HVAC/R and move into an in-depth breakdown of each category within HVAC/R knowledge needed to build a solid technical foundation. Content will focus on various topics, including but not limited to:

• Electrical skills and troubleshooting
• Refrigeration and principles of thermodynamics
• Pipe sizing and types of fittings used in HVAC/R
• Reading and interpretation of wiring schematics
• Use and handling of HVAC multimeter, manometer, psychrometer, refrigeration gauges and temperature probes
• Compressor types and how they mechanically move refrigerant through a system
• Types of heat exchangers
• Electrical motors, controls and switches
• Volt/multimeter
• Interpreting electrical diagrams and symbols
• Brazing and soldering techniques
• Identifying types of pumps/water flow controls/water zone valves
• Common piping configurations in residential and commercial boilers

ARTS & CRAFTS

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Perspective Drawing from Reference & Proportions 

Nov. 5 to Dec. 10

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

This is a basic course for drawing subjects in perspective. We will learn to find proportions of subjects, compare their sizes and portray them. Learn to use lines to show different planes on picture without shading. This course is for anyone who wants to upgrade their skills in drawing subjects.

Please note: Students must bring drawing paper (11x14 inches or a similar size), pencils (HB, B and 2B pencils) and erasers to class.

Instructor: Ilona Zabolotna

Price: $59 

CRN: 10003

Becoming Fluent in Pastel Landscapes (currently full; waitlisted)

Oct. 5 to Nov. 9

Saturdays | 1 to 3 p.m. | Queensbury campus

This six-week course will help you gain confidence working with pastels. We will discuss types of pastels, papers and a short history of the use of pastels. Each week we will concentrate on a different aspect of a landscape painting, including composition, light themes, and painting skies, water reflections and trees. 

This course is for those with an interest in using pastels, including beginning adults who wish to tap into their creative selves.

Please note: Pastels will be supplied by the instructor. Students will need to purchase two 9x12-inch pads of Canson Mi-Teintes pastel paper. Each pad contains 24 pieces in assorted colors. Students can purchase pastel paper online at sites such as Dick Blick Art Materials (dickblick.com), Dakota Art Pastels (dakotapastels.com) or Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff (cheapjoes.com). The estimated cost is approximately $20; please note prices are subject to change based on the vendor.

Instructor: Joann Quinlivan

Price: $75 (Course price includes a $25 materials fee.)

CRN: 10004 

Beginning Crochet NEW! (currently full; waitlisted)

Nov. 4 to 25 

Mondays | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga

Those with little to no knowledge of crocheting and those with some experience with the craft will benefit from this course. Students will learn about tools and supplies needed and how they’re used, as well as a number of basic stitches and how to read crochet patterns. Students will complete a simple project, such as a scarf or small throw blanket. No previous experience is required.

Please note: Students should bring a size H metal crochet hook and one skein of worsted-weight yarn. 

Instructor: Lisa Akker

Price: $55 

CRN: 10090

Adult Sewing Basics (currently full; waitlisted)

Sept. 24 to Nov. 26 (No class Oct. 1, Oct. 15, Oct. 22 or Nov. 5)

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School

This class is intended for those who want to learn to sew or brush up on their sewing skills. No previous experience is required. In the first class, explore the basics of using your machine, how to properly clean your machine, thread it and wind a bobbin. Practice scraps will be provided. Some of the projects we will do in class include a small fabric tray, a simple tote bag and a pin cushion. Materials for each project (except the final project) are included. Each student will decide on a final project of their choice, and must purchase a pattern, fabric and any notions for the project and bring them to the course. We will cut and sew these projects in class. 

Please note: Each participant must bring a working sewing machine, pair of scissors, thread and pins to each class. 

Instructor: Louise McAndrew, Sew Something Creative

Price: $99 (Course price includes a $10 materials fee.)

CRN: 10007

Weaving a Designer 8-Inch Jumbo Potholder NEW! 

Dec. 4

Wednesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Join retired interior designer Bonnie Quackenbush to create a fun and enjoyable weaving project — an 8-inch jumbo potholder, made with designer colors and unique patterns! Students will work with a large 10-inch metal loom and several hooks, along with a full array of 100 percent cotton loop colors. Make it for yourself, or as a gift for someone special.

Instructor: Bonnie Quackenbush, Art & Soul Designs

Price: $49

CRN: 10093

Make a Balsam Wreath (currently full; waitlisted)

Nov. 30

Saturday | 1 to 4 p.m. | Fort Edward Art Center & Archive Building

Create a balsam wreath for your holiday home décor or as a thoughtful gift. Using balsam greens from the Adirondacks, you’ll trim with a bow and decorate with pine cones. 

Please note: Students are encouraged to bring gardening gloves and a pair of garden clippers for cutting greens. 

Instructor: R. Paul McCarty

Price: $25 plus an additional $30 materials fee (The $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor in class.) 

CRN: 10008 

Make a Balsam Centerpiece (currently full; waitlisted)

Dec. 7

Saturday | 1 to 4 p.m. | Fort Edward Art Center & Archive Building

Create a balsam centerpiece for your holiday table or fireplace mantel using fresh balsam greens. You will also learn how to make bows for decorations and other decorating techniques. 

Please note: Students are encouraged to bring gardening gloves and a pair of garden clippers for cutting greens.

Instructor: R. Paul McCarty

Price: $25 plus an additional $30 materials fee (The $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor in class.) 

CRN: 10009

FINANCIAL PLANNING

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Estate Planning Basics 

Dec. 5

Thursday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Estate planning is preparing for management and transfer of your assets during incapacity or upon your death. While a will is the cornerstone of any estate plan, it is important you have a power of attorney and health care proxy in place in the event you lose the capacity to make important decisions due to an emergency or medical condition. Join estate planning attorney Jessica Botelho for a detailed discussion on the basics of estate planning, and learn how to prepare yourself and your family for life’s inevitable events.

Instructor: Jessica Botelho, Botelho Law, PLLC

Price: $16

CRN: 10018

FITNESS

Please note: Before starting any exercise program, consult your physician.

Cardio & Strength Circuit

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. | Queensbury campus

(No class Nov. 28)

• Oct. 31 to Dec. 12 (CRN: 10046) — Price: $82
• Jan. 7 to Feb. 4 (CRN: 20001) — Price: $62

Protect bone health and muscle, be stronger and fitter, develop better body mechanics, relieve stress and help prevent disease in this class. Every week, we will work different muscle groups. You will be instructed every step of the way. The class offers low-, medium- and high-intensity options for men and women of all age groups. All fitness levels are welcome, and no experience is required. Join in the fun!

Please note: Students should wear comfortable clothes and good sneakers, and bring water and a mat.

Instructor: Leesa Stiller

Strength Training for Women 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Lake Avenue Elementary School, Saratoga Springs

(No class Oct. 3, Nov. 5, Nov. 7, Nov. 26, Nov. 28, Feb. 18, Feb. 20, March 25, March 27, April 15 or April 17)

• (currently full; waitlisted) Sept. 26 to Dec. 12 (CRN: 10031) — Price: $85
• Jan. 7 to March 6 (CRN: 20007) — Price: $75
• March 11 to May 13 (CRN: 20012) — Price: $75

This course builds strength using hand weights, body weight and stretching. Non-aerobic exercises are done standing and on the floor. 

Please note: Participants must be able to get up from the floor to stand without assistance. Bring hand weights (5-10 pounds recommended), a mat and a water bottle.

Instructor: Sue Johnson

Co-Ed Volleyball 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. 

Maple Avenue Middle School, Saratoga Springs 

Nov. 12 to Dec. 19 (No class Nov. 26 or 28)

• Preregister for all sessions: $90 (CRN: 10129)
• Preregister for one session per week: $45 (CRN: 10131)
• Drop-ins: $11 per session (CRN: 10130)

Jan. 14 to March 18 (No class Feb. 18 or 20)

• Preregister for all sessions: $153 (CRN: 20002)
• Preregister for one session only: $77 (CRN: 20003)
• Drop-ins: $11 per session (CRN: 20004) 

March 20 to May 22 (No class April 15 or 17)

• Preregister for all sessions: $153 (CRN: 20008)
• Preregister for one session per week: $77 (CRN: 20009)
• Drop-ins: $11 per session (CRN: 20010) 

Join in this semi-weekly pickup volleyball course for intermediate BB/B level players. Attendance is limited. Participants are strongly encouraged to register in advance using the CRN above. Drop-ins will be permitted on a space-available basis and invoiced $11 per session they attend. 

Please note: A towel, water and good sneakers/shoes are recommended. No payment will be accepted on site.

Instructor: Patrick Baldwin 

Advanced Power Volleyball 

Wednesdays | 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. 

Maple Avenue Middle School, Saratoga Springs

Oct. 2 to Dec. 18 (No class Nov. 27)

• Preregister for all sessions: $59 (CRN: 10029)
• Drop-ins: $11 per session (CRN: 10030)

Jan. 8 to April 23 (No class Jan. 29, Feb. 19 or April 16)

• Preregister for all sessions: $65 (CRN: 20005)
• Drop-ins: $11 per session (CRN: 20006)

Advanced Power Volleyball holds competitive pickup games for experienced players. Participants are expected to have solid foundational skills and a knowledge of offensive and defensive strategies using designated hitters, setters, blockers, etc., as well as familiarity with USA Volleyball rules and regulations. 

Please note: This class is not for beginners. Attendance is limited. Participants are strongly encouraged to register in advance using the CRN above. Drop-ins will be permitted on a space-available basis and invoiced $11 per session they attend.

Instructor: Adam Giannini

Zumba / Zumba Toning 

Oct. 1 to Dec. 12 (No class Oct. 3, Nov. 5, Nov. 26 or Nov. 28)

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 

Division Street Elementary School, Saratoga Springs

Zumba is an interval-style dance fitness party that combines low- and high-intensity moves. Burn lots of calories as you move to the rhythm with Latin and world-inspired dance and fitness moves. Zumba is so fun, it doesn’t feel like exercise, and it’s for every body; all shapes, sizes and abilities can enjoy Zumba. Zumba is an enthusiastic, energizing, positive and “feel good” class. No experience is required. Make it Zumba toning by using 1- to 3-pound weights. 

Please note: A towel, water and good sneakers/shoes are recommended. 

Instructor: Janine Hawthorne

Price: $69

CRN: 10034

East Coast & West Coast Swing NEW! 

Oct. 2 to Nov. 20 (No class Oct. 30)

Wednesdays | 6 to 7 p.m. | Queensbury campus

East Coast Swing is a fun, energetic, fast dance with triple and rock steps danced to Big Band or contemporary music. West Coast Swing is made up of two walks and two triples and is danced to a wide variety of modern music. This class is introductory, so no experience is needed. These dances are danced in partnership, but you may sign up with or without a partner. Anyone can learn to lead or follow. 

Please note: Please wear comfortable shoes. No experience is necessary, but it is recommended you attend all (or most) classes because each week will build on the moves and progress learned previously.

Instructor: Jennifer Cornell, Dance Moves with Jen

Price: $45

CRN: 10095

Ballroom Dancing (Queensbury)

Oct. 2 to Nov. 20 (No class Oct. 9 or 30)

Wednesdays | 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. | Queensbury campus

In this class you will learn the basic steps of waltz, cha-cha, rumba, hustle and more. We will dance to classic ballroom and modern music. No partner is needed. 

Please note: Bring comfortable shoes, and a willingness to learn something new and have fun. No experience is necessary, but it is recommended students attend all (or most) classes because each week will build on moves from previous sessions. 

Instructor: Jennifer Cornell, Dance Moves with Jen

Price: $45

CRN: 10033

Ballroom Dancing I

Oct. 7 to Dec. 16 (No class Oct. 14, Nov. 4 or Nov. 11)

Mondays | 8 to 9:30 p.m. 

Geyser Road Elementary School, Saratoga Springs 

This course for couples is offered by popular demand with the return of Big Band sound! This is great for beginners or those who want to brush up their dancing skills. Participants will need a partner for these dances, which incorporate ballroom and Latin dancing such as foxtrot, waltz, tango, cha-cha and rumba. 

Instructor: Hershell Allen

Price: $59

CRN: 10038

Ballroom Dancing II 

Oct. 7 to Dec. 16 (No class Oct. 14, Nov. 4 or Nov. 11)

Mondays | 6:30 to 8 p.m. 

Geyser Road Elementary School, Saratoga Springs 

This course for couples will take you beyond Ballroom Dancing I. Learn additional steps in the foxtrot, waltz, samba, quickstep dance and others. A new dance or two will be added. 

Please note: Participants need a partner for this class, and should have a basic knowledge or a solid foundation of beginner-level ballroom dance concepts for this intermediate-level course.

Instructor: Hershell Allen

Price: $59 

CRN: 10039

Restorative Yoga (currently full; waitlisted)  

Sept. 17 to Dec. 10 (No class Nov. 26)

Tuesdays | 6 to 7:15 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Restorative yoga is a rejuvenating and fully supported practice using props and blankets to modify and enhance traditional yoga postures. The postures gently stretch and open the body, relieving chronic tension and stress, leading to deep relaxation and healing. Restorative breathing and meditation practices are included. All levels are welcome.

Please note: Students should bring a yoga mat, blanket and strap.

Instructor: Tobey Gifford, Lemon Tree Yoga

Price: $105

CRN: 10035

FOOD, COOKING & BAKING

Please note: If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions, please notify Continuing Education when registering for any food-related courses. Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Beginner Cookie Decorating: Christmas Creations (currently full; waitlisted)

Nov. 21

Thursday | 6 to 8 p.m. |  Queensbury campus

Learn how to use royal icing to decorate cookies. We will work step by step on each cookie to learn various decorating techniques used with royal icing, specifically piping/outlining, flooding and wet-on-wet techniques. There are five cookie designs planned and we will keep things rolling to get them all completed by the end of class. You will take them home with you in a bakery box, along with a royal icing recipe, a sugar cookie recipe (not Buttercup Cookie’s signature recipe, but a foundation of it), a decorating tool, a cookie cutter and a packet of seasonal sprinkles and/or cookie decorations. All supplies will be provided. 

Please note: These courses are open to students ages 10 and older; students younger than 17 are welcome with a parent or guardian. 

Instructor: Cindy Burek, Buttercup Cookie

Price: $69 (Course price includes a $54 materials fee.)

CRN: 10043

Beginner Plus Cookie Decorating: Christmas Creations NEW!  (currently full; waitlisted)

Dec. 3 

Tuesday | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

If you already took our Beginner Cookie Decorating class and want to learn more detailed cookie designs, this course brings those skills up a notch. Work step by step on each cookie to learn various decorating techniques used with royal icing. Cindy Burek of Buttercup Cookie will teach the same piping/outlining, flooding and wet-on-wet techniques covered in the beginner class, as well as other techniques, tools and supplies to enhance your cookies even more. You will complete four to five cookie designs, and take them home in a bakery box along with a decorating tool, a cookie cutter and a packet of seasonal sprinkles and/or cookie decorations. All supplies will be provided. Before class, you’ll be emailed a link to Cindy’s informational blog loaded with details about the basics of baking cookies, tips and tricks of the trade, and links to other online tutorials.

Please note: This course is open to students ages 10 and older; students younger than 17 are welcome with a parent or guardian. 

Instructor: Cindy Burek, Buttercup Cookie

Price: $79 (Course price includes a $64 materials fee.)

CRN: 10114

Hands-On Hot Cocoa Bombs NEW!

Dec. 7

Saturday | 1 to 4 p.m. 

SUNY Adirondack Culinary Arts Center, Seasoned Restaurant, 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls

Learn to mold, fill and decorate hot cocoa bombs and make homemade marshmallows to include inside them. We will end with packaging fit for the holiday season. Students will take home molds so they can continue creating these delicious treats during holiday festivities. Hot cocoa bombs make great holiday gifts.

Please note: Students should bring a writing utensil and a container to bring food home.

Instructor: Chef Dynia Mariano, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $85 (Course price includes a $40 materials fee.)

CRN: 10125

HOBBIES & SPECIAL INTERESTS

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, participants who withdraw less than two weeks before a course begins will still be liable for any materials fees, and no refunds for materials fees will be issued after that time.

Mah Jongg 101 (currently full; waitlisted)

Oct. 17 to Nov. 21 (No class Nov. 14)

Thursdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School

Mah Jongg is played with a group of four people using 152 beautifully colored tiles. This is not the same game played on the computer. Come by yourself or bring some friends. Beginners and brush-ups are especially 

welcome! 

Please note: A current National Mah Jongg League card (about $15) and an instructional book (about $17) are required for each participant. Both items may be purchased from the instructor on the first evening of class.

Instructor: Barbara Bade

Price: $59

CRN: 10051

Intro to Photography 

Oct. 14 to Nov. 18

Mondays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus

Learn the basics of digital photography. This class covers topics including understanding exposure, depth of field, shutter speed and ISO/ASA, composition, manipulation and displaying images. All levels are welcome. 

Please note: Participants must bring their own digital SLR or mirrorless camera to use in class.

Instructor: Phillip Bacon

Price: $125

CRN: 10052

Improv Comedy Class NEW! 

Oct. 10 to Nov. 21 (No class Oct. 31)

Thursdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Queensbury campus 

Discover the art of improvisational comedy in this beginner-friendly course. Learn essential techniques such as “yes, and …,” active listening and character creation through fun exercises and games. Led by an experienced instructor, this class offers a supportive environment to boost your confidence and unleash your comedic talent. No experience is required; just bring your sense of humor and a willingness to explore! 

Please note: Participants must be 18 or older.

Instructor: Dale Mattison

Price: $59 

CRN: 10102

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION

Community members may participate in international education offerings on a space-available basis through the Office of Continuing Education. In Spring 2025, SUNY Adirondack is offering an INT 204 course that includes a trip to Barcelona, Spain. The travel experience portion of the course allows students to safely engage in the cultures of other nations. The price for community members to participate in the travel portion includes a tuition fee, plus travel fees. 

Exploring Barcelona: Culture & Art in an International Context

March 7 to 15, 2024

Students will develop their intercultural competence by exploring the richness of Spanish culture through visits to city landmarks, museums and historical sites. Itinerary includes sites such as Montserrat, a Benedictine monk retreat; La Sagrada Familia cathedral; Gaudi’s mosaics at Parc Guell; Picasso Museum; Camp Nou soccer stadium; food culture at the Boqueria Market and participation in food preparatory and flamenco dance classes.

Please note: A $1,500 deposit is due by Nov. 26, 2024, and full payment is due by Jan. 13, 2025. In addition, ADA accessibility legislation only applies to the U.S. On this trip, participants must be able to comfortably walk on cobblestone streets and manage stairs, as well as carry their own bags.

For more information about this trip, please contact Adriana Umaña, assistant professor of Spanish, at umanaa@sunyacc.edu or Rebecca Pelchar, assistant professor of art history, at pelcharr@sunyacc.edu.

Price: $300 for tuition, plus $3,727 for travel fees 

(Travel fees include travel insurance, state-sponsored health insurance during travel, tips, airfare, hotels, daily breakfast, some additional meals, entrance fee to museums, and transportation to and from the airport.)

CRN: 20011

LANGUAGE

German: Beginning to Intermediate 

Oct. 8 to Dec. 3 (No class Nov. 12)

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School

This course emphasizes everyday spoken German and German culture. Learn to pronounce and read German words and texts. Participants will also study some grammatical rules. New skills will be applied in conversations as they would occur in normal activities. Accommodations will be made for beginning- and intermediate-level students.

Please note: Students should bring a notebook and writing implement.

Instructor: Regina Hartmann-Hurwitz

Price: $79 

CRN: 10062

Beginning ESL NEW! 

Oct. 16 to Dec. 11 (No class Nov. 27)

Wednesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | Saratoga Springs High School

This eight-session course is intended for those with little to no knowledge of the English language who would like to communicate more effectively in everyday situations in the United States. 

Students will learn and practice common expressions and conversation skills in practical situations. Aspects of American culture and history will be included as applicable. Topics will include greetings, basic vocabulary (e.g., numbers, weather expressions and colors) and vocabulary used in situations new Americans often need to navigate (shopping, going to a doctor’s office, etc.). Some instruction will also be geared toward the particular needs and interests of students.

The instructor, Lisa Akker, is a New York state certified ESL instructor with more than 30 years of experience teaching at high school and college levels.

Please note: Limited tuition assistance may be available. Contact SUNY Adirondack Continuing Education for more information.

Instructor: Lisa Akker

Price: $99

CRN: 10109

Beginning Russian 

Oct. 8 to Nov. 19

Tuesdays | 6 to 8 p.m. | SUNY Adirondack Saratoga 

This course is for those with little or no knowledge of the Russian language, as well as for those who have taken this class before and wish to expand upon what they have already learned.

Beginning Russian will focus on everyday expressions and conversation in Russian, as well as interesting aspects of Russian culture and history. Keep your mind sharp and expand your knowledge of a foreign country with an extremely interesting yet complex past and present.

Instructor: Lisa Akker

Price: $79

CRN: 10064

Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 2

Nov. 4 to Dec. 2 

Mondays | 6 to 7 p.m. | Live synchronous 

Learn essential ASL vocabulary and dig deeper into proper ASL grammar and the vibrancy of the Deaf community. This class dives further into shape, placement and movement of the hands, as well as facial expressions and body movements, all of which play important parts in conveying information. Lessons in this course will build on each other in a way that allows students to see immediate progress. 

This course is designed for students with basic ASL knowledge or those seeking to improve on their technique and ASL grammar and broaden their vocabulary. It is especially helpful for those in health-related or educational fields, and will assist in communicating with the deaf, as well as those with autism, speech delays or other mental disabilities. You’ll learn from handouts, PowerPoints, group work, deaf individuals in the community and interactive activities.

Instructor: Aaron Coulson, ACEntertainment

Price: $59

CRN: 10069 

Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 5 

Nov. 4 to Dec. 2 

Mondays | 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. | Live synchronous

This course will continue to build on the lessons learned in Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) Level 4. With a special focus on interpreting in the medical field, this class expands the knowledge of mapping as well as shape, placement and movement of the hands, facial expressions and body movements, all of which play important parts in conveying information. Students will continue to broaden their vocabulary and improve their grammar all while engaging in a deeper study into the vibrancy of the Deaf community. Lessons in this course will build on each other in a way that allows students to see immediate progress.

Instructor: Aaron Coulson, ACEntertainment

Price: $59

Price: 10070

MUSIC

SUNY Adirondack Chorale 

Sept. 9 to Dec. 9

Mondays | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Queensbury campus

The chorale is intended for individuals who enjoy group singing and involves weekly group rehearsals. No previous experience is necessary, and no audition is required. Public concert(s) will be included in the program.

Instructor: Miriam Enman, SUNY Adirondack

Price: $19

CRN: 10071