Workforce Development and Community Education: Spring 2022

27 | COVID-19 vaccination requirements for in-person classes at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce-covid Textbook Required Go Native U Electives Continued REMOTE Gardener’s Toolkit for Invasive Species Learn to identify common invasive species. Find out the recommended management practices for monitoring and controlling these invasives as well as pertinent regulations. CE-GRDN 2037, 2 Fri., Feb. 4 & 11, 10:00 am–12:00 noon, $93. J Schuler. #18830 REMOTE Creating a Bird-Friendly Garden Attracting birds to your landscape requires an ecological approach—different species have different requirements. Learn the best landscaping techniques and native plants that provide the food, shelter, and nesting sites birds depend on. CE-GRDN 2116, 1 Wed., Mar. 16, 10:00 am–1:00 pm, $82. K Eierman. #18831 IN-PERSON Fungi in Your Garden Learn the role fungi play in both a healthy garden and as pathogens in a less healthy landscape. Practical tips will be offered in using fungi as amendments, for growing edible mushrooms, and for recognizing common fungal diseases and parasites. CE-GRDN 2123, 1 Sat., Mar. 19, 10:00 am–12:00 noon, KNC-4, $57. T Ietaka. #18832 IN-PERSON Success with Seed Starting Explore the fundamentals of seed germination and transplanting— from proper temperatures and the best soils to how to avoid pitfalls. Learn the techniques native seeds require, the difference between stratification and scarification, and what a code such as C-60 means. CE-GRDN 2115, 1 Sat., Mar. 26, 10:00 am–12:00, KNC-3, $57. A Megaro. #18833 NEW! IN-PERSON Native Plants for the Water’s Edge Enhance pond and stream edges with native plants adapted to moist soil conditions. Learn a variety of seasonally attractive trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials that create bird habitat and simultaneously improve water quality by preventing unnecessary pollution and sedimentation. CE-GRDN 2131, 1 Wed., Mar. 30, 10:00 am–12:00 pm, CLA-100, $57. D Himmelman. #18836 REMOTE Great Native Plants for Containers Invite nature to your yard, patio, or balcony with container plantings. Learn which native plants grow successfully in containers and attract butterflies, beneficial insects, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. CE-GRDN 2057, 1 Wed., Apr. 6, 10:00 am–1:00 pm, $82. K Eierman. #18834 NEW! IN-PERSON Shade Gardening Basics Wondering what to grow in the shaded parts of your yard? This class addresses the challenge, from identifying the degrees of shade you have to selecting the best native plants for those conditions. From colorful perennials to texturally unique shrubs, bring those shaded spots out of the shadows and into the limelight. CE-GRDN 2133, 1 Tues., Apr. 12, 10:00 am–12:00 noon, CLA-100, $57. D Himmelman. #18837 REMOTE The Pollinator Victory Garden Many pollinator species have suffered serious declines, and many landscapes offer little in the way of appropriate habitat. With simple strategies, you can attract and support an array of pollinators and help reverse their decline. CE-GRDN 2088, 1 Fri., Apr. 15, 10:00 am–1:00 pm, $82. K Eierman. #18616 NEW! IN-PERSON Gardening for Hummingbirds Ruby-throated hummingbirds are amazing creatures and always a wonder to see. Make your yard a haven for these tiny flying jewels with a great selection of native plants that provide food sources and nesting sites all season long. CE-GRDN 2132, 1 Wed., May 4, 10:00 am–12:00 noon, CLA-100, $57. D Himmelman #18904 REMOTE Advanced Plant Identification in the Field Practice the use of field guides and taxonomic plant identification keys. Prerequisite: Plant Identification in the Field or equivalent coursework in botany. CE-GRDN 2050, 1 Fri., May 6, 10:00 am–12:00 noon, $57. J Schuler. #18835 The Go Native U Certificate Program is a collaborative effort between Westchester Community College and The Native Plant Center. A percentage of tuition supports the work of The Native Plant Center. THE WRITING CENTER NEW! REMOTE Creative Writing Creative writing can be quite therapeutic as it gives us an opportunity to express ourselves freely. Designed to give students the opportunity to explore their unique voice and style with writing. Tune into your voice through creativity and emotional expression. Read short stories and poetry as well as write your own. Participate in fun classroom discussions, analyzing short stories and poetry. CE-WRITG 2021, 4 Thurs., March 3-24, 10:30 am-12:30 pm, $95. R Robinson. #18907 REMOTE Journaling: A Way to Discover Ourselves Journaling allows us to nourish our well-being, cultivate resilience, and transform our thoughts and actions through self-discovery. When our thoughts become visible, we begin to see ourselves, others, and the world around us in a kinder and more mindful light, by being inwardly self-aware and outwardly observant. Through guided writing exercises and facilitated discussion, learn to create a daily practice of personal expression. Gain a deeper understanding of this method of self-care as part of the mind- body connection. No prior writing experience needed. CE-PRSDV 2194VA, 2 Sat., Apr. 2 & 9, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, $50. S Lantero. #18550