Workforce Development and Community Education: Spring 2025

For more class information, visit www.sunywcc.edu/lifelonglearning • To register, call 914-606-6830, unless otherwise specified. For registration hours, check the back of this brochure. 8 OF SPECIAL INTEREST NEW! IN-PERSON Today’s Hot Topics The class will select the topics to be studied. Next, facts supporting each topic will be identified, accompanied by the fact’s respective source(s). The topic’s review will end by taking a second vote and by determining if any changes occurred from the first vote. Finally, class members will present how they reached their initial and final positions At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-CULTR 2061, 6 Tues., Jan. 28-Mar. 4, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, KNC-2, $170. K McGee. #47388 NEW! IN-PERSON Christianity and Islam This course will be a study of the relationship between the two largest religions of the world. Included will be a comparison of the beliefs, practices, sacred texts and philosophy of both Christianity and Islam and how each impacts the world we live in today. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-PHIL 2036, 8 Fri., Feb. 14-Apr. 11 (skip 3/28), 10:00 am-12:00 noon, Location TBD, $225. J Coppola. #47392 IN-PERSON Cupcakes, Dollar$ and Sense: Sweetening Your Cash Flow Attend this unique hands-on class that creatively incorporates the fun of cupcake decorating and money. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-COOK 2079, 1 Sat., Apr. 5, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, Location TBD, $40. L Nicholas. #47171 IN-PERSON Financial Freedom Empowerment Take control of your finances, become a smarter investor, educate yourself and increase your knowledge and skills in promoting financial fitness for you and your family. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-FIN 2025, 1 Sat., Jan. 18, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, KNC-2, $40. L Nicholas. #47172 IN-PERSON Safety 1st Defensive Driving The NYS Point and Insurance Reduction Program (6-hr. Defensive Driving Course) has many benefits, including learning safe driving techniques, discounts on your automobile insurance if you are the principle operator, and point reduction from your driver ’s license. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-DRIVE 2003, 1 W/Th, Apr. 16-17, 6:009:00 pm, KNC-2, $37 (+ $12 for certification and workbook, payable to instructor). M DeToma. #47130 REMOTE DNA Detectives Today genealogy, genetics and DNA are putting criminals, terrorists and kidnappers behind bars and hundreds of cold cases are being solved. Innocent people are being released and families are given justice as killers are being held responsible for their crimes. The Golden State Killer was caught after eluding law enforcement for 40 years through the use of genealogy to track him down. Law enforcement has a new tool in their toolbox. CE-SCI 2058, 3 Thurs., Jan. 16-30, 6:30-8:30 pm, $75. T Riley. #47070 GO NATIVE U Elective Classes (continued from previous page) IN-PERSON 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. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-GRDN 2037, 2 Fri., Feb. 28 & Mar. 7, 10:00 am–12:00 noon, KNC-5, $93. J Schuler. #47257 REMOTE Creating a Succession of Bloom in the Native Garden Pollinators need a continuous source of food to survive. From early spring through late fall, different species of pollinators look for different types of plants. Learn how to make your garden beautiful while also supporting these critical creatures throughout the growing season with a succession of native plants. CE-GRDN 2145, Wed., Mar. 5, 10:00 am–1:00 pm, $82. K Eierman. #47258 IN-PERSON Best Practices for Garden Maintenance Discover how to maintain a chemical-free, thriving native plant garden with best practices for weeding and invasive plant control, basic plant identification, and suggestions for equipment that will make the job easier. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-GRDN 2074, Sat., Mar. 8, 11:00 am–1:00 pm, Location TBD, $57. C Summers. #47259 IN-PERSON Get the ‘Dirt’ on Soil Soil is alive with microorganisms that help provide garden plants with the all-important nutrients they need. Learn the basics of soil science (texture, structure), how to foster and maintain soil health, and why a soil test is a great starting point. Create a living soil, and reap its benefits for years to come. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-GRDN 2134, Wed., Mar. 26, 10:00 am–1:00 pm, KNC-3, $82. G Himmelman. #47260 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, Thur., Mar. 27, 10:00 am–1:00 pm, $82. K Eierman. #47261 IN-PERSON Weeds 101 Weeds! Lurking as seeds or underground stems, they perpetually aggravate gardeners of all skill levels. Learn some of the most common spring weeds and how to manage them before they get out of hand. Bring a weed to class to identify and discuss. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-GRDN 2141, Thur., Apr. 10, 10:00 am– 12:00 noon, KNC-5, $57. G Himmelman. #47262

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