Worforce Development & Community Education - Spring 2020

Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce | 55 LIFELONG LEARNING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT NEW! Happiness is Catering Back Country Market and Cafe 1067 North Street, Greenwich, CT, 203-861-4020, Happinessiscatering.com The Study Fine Wines & Spirits (class begins here) 1071 North Street, Greenwich, CT, 203-340-9410, thestudyfinewines.com Easy as apple pie! Owner Christine Salazar began her journey with Blue Ribbon apple pies and the joy that fresh baked brownies could bring to friends. This catering company has been putting together events for over 20 years. Tonight, we begin next door to the café at a library-like intimate shop aptly named “The Study” specializing in local and global small production wine, craft breweries, and artisanal spirits. Owner Katie will talk about apple wines and show us a signature drink. We will move to HCBCM Café to learn a few tricks from Christine about her award winning pies. Enjoy Cava while munching on a delicious appetizer and farm fresh cheddar cheese from the market. Make your own apple pie to bring home to enjoy. 1 Thurs., May 21, 6:30-8:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #15633 HEALTH & WELLNESS NEW! Laughter Yoga-An Introduction Laughter Yoga incorporates elements of yogic breathing with laughter to offer a workout for health and wellness that is appropriate for all ages. This technique offers multiple health benefits, increasing the supply of oxygen to the lungs, boosting the immune system, energizing and recharging the metabolism, and relieving stress…and it is fun! CE-FITNS 2096, $20. D Bernstein. Sec. A: 1 Mon., Feb. 10, 11:00 am-12:30 pm, PEB-Mat Room. #15617 Sec. B: 1 Thurs., Feb. 13, 6:30-8:00 pm, Room TBD. #15618 NEW! Laughter Yoga Laughter exercises combined with acting and visualization techniques leading to prolonged and hearty laughter. The class ends with a laughter meditation where natural laughter flows from within like a fountain. This form of yoga often leads to a healthy emotional catharsis and a feeling of release and joyfulness. CE-FITNS 2095, 10 Tues., Mar. 10-May 12, 7:00- 8:00 pm, Room TBD, $130. P Schneider. #15352 NEW! Effortless Meditation for a New Perspective on Life Learn the mechanics of meditation. If you are a beginner, come see what meditation can do for you. If you are experienced, it will expand your perspectives and refresh your practices. Discover a set of meditation techniques and how to make them a comfortable part of your daily routine. You will find your days increasingly infused with bright new joy and an unshakeable peace. CE-PRSDV 2178VA, 6 Sun., Apr. 5-May 17 (skip 4/12), 11:30 am-1:00 pm, KNC-3, $110. A Rosenberg. #15606 Breathe Easy: Science-Based Help to Improve Mood In a relaxed atmosphere, learn why breathing is a powerful yet gentle tool that benefits mood and anxiety. Several approaches will be introduced to balance the autonomic nervous system and favorably affect our neurotransmitters. CE-HLTH 2097VA, KNC-3, $25. S Charbonier. Sec. A: 1 Sun., Mar. 22, 11:00 am-12:30 pm. #15497 Sec. B: 1 Tues., May 5, 7:00-8:30 pm. #15498 NEW! Environmental Nutrition Come explore how the foods we eat and our environment are related. Understand not only how our diets impact our environment but how the way we grow food is affecting our overall health. Learn about the small, practical dietary and lifestyle changes you can make to improve health, reduce inflammation and help your body naturally detoxify. CE-NUTR 2018, 1 Thurs., Mar. 19, 10:00 am- 12:00 noon, KNC-3, $25. C Gravenese. #15509 NEW! Mood Food Among other factors, anxiety is believed to be connected to low total antioxidant levels in the body. Learn about the possibilities of better mental health through diet! Learn about those nutritional and lifestyle strategies that may ease anxiety, reduce stress and improve sleep. . CE-NUTR 2017, 1 Thurs., Mar. 5, 10:00 am- 12:00 noon, KNC-3, $25. C Gravenese. #15508 NEW! Nutrition Myths Will eating after 8:00 pm cause you to gain weight? Will exercising on an empty stomach help you burn more fat? Is agave better for you than sugar? Are all additives used in food bad for you? Will probiotics make you healthier? Find out the answers to these nutrition questions and many more when we review the science behind commonly believed nutrition habits and information. CE-NUTR 2016, 1 Thurs., Mar. 12, 10:00 am- 12:00 noon, KNC-3, $25. C Gravenese. #15507 Mindful Eating Do you eat for emotional reasons? Have you lost pleasure in eating? Come learn how to maintain a healthy attitude toward eating, while still enjoying your food. Through mindful eating, you will learn many easy and practical exercises to encourage a healthy and enjoyable lifestyle. CE-HLTH 2069VA, 1 Mon., May 11, 10:00 am- 12:00 noon, KNC-3, $25. E Wind. #15207