History, Special Interest, Literature & Film, & Designing & DIY
Live Online format for the Spring 2021 semester
We are now offering Live online classes for you to explore new hobbies & projects, ancient peoples, tales of the past, and insights of the future.
- History
- American Sign Language
- Literature
- Film
- Finance
- Do-It-Yourself Projects
EXPLORING LIFE AFTER DEATH RCEGN 0213 C01
9/9 - 9/23 7-9 pm
“Death is a doorway, a transition into the inner worlds. Births and Deaths mark the journey of Soul. The translation, or movement, from one stage of experience to another is but a further step on Soul’s journey home to God.” You will explore various traditions’ views on the topic of Life After Death. Concepts to be covered Near Death Experiences, Karma and Reincarnation, contact with deceased friends and relatives, and will present techniques to
experience the inner planes, or Heaven on Earth. Wouldn’t it be great to know through YOUR OWN experience that there is more to you and your life then your physical body and mind?
THE CIVIL WAR - 1861 -1862 RCEGN 8446 C01
9/30 - 11/4 7 - 9 pm
This course will explore the years leading up to the war and the first two years of the Civil War. Emphasis will be given to the major battles that shaped the first two years of the war including First Bull Run, Seven Days Battles, Second Bull Run, Antietam and Fredericksburg.
John Benson, Esquire is a partner at the Firm of Penglase & Benson in Doylestown Pennsylvania. He served as an Adjunct Professor at Widener University School of Law, The National Advocacy Program in Columbia South Carolina and as an Adjunct Professor at Delaware Valley University where he taught Business Law and Macroeconomics.
John is a past president of the Bucks County Civil War Roundtable and was responsible for directing the Roundtable’s efforts in purchasing a home for the Civil War Library and Museum. He has personally led more than 1,500 people on tours of the Gettysburg and Antietam National Battlefields and has authored more than 45 book reviews for two internationally recognized Civil War publications. John is an Eagle Scout and serves as an Executive Board member of the Washington’s Crossing Council of the Boy Scouts of America. John is an avid classic car collector and long distance runner. He has completed more than 12 half marathons, 7 marathons and 1 ultra marathon.
Despite his professional achievements, John’s personal accomplishments of raising his two sons with his wife of 23 years is dearest to his heart.
GRANT WRITING WSMCE 5378 C01
9/20 - 10/28 6:30 - 9 pm
Learning how to write a grant is a great way to build your resume and learn valuable skills.
You will obtain the knowledge and skills to develop grant proposals for academia and the private sector. You will learn how to generate funding for non-Profit Organizations or universities. The key is to learn the art of Grantsmanship! Learning the components of a grant proposal, research methodology, and the peer-review process are the keys to success. You will learn how to develop a research question, research hypotheses, the development of a literature review, and how to develop a research design and data analysis for their grant proposal.
WORLD WAR II IN HISTORY RCEGN 6330 C01
9/28 - 11/2/21 7-9 pm
fought on land, in the air, on and below the ocean surfaces, and touched every continent. While it took place in the relatively recent past and left mountainous records behind, an extraordinary number of myths about the war has developed, from Pearl Harbor to Coventry to an attempted assassination
of General Dwight D. Eisenhower. This course presents a comprehensive account of the war’s origins, operations and major decisions.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) RCEGN 8812 C01
10/20 - 12/15
No class 11/24 6 - 8 pm
You will be introduced to the language and culture of deaf individuals in the United States. You will be introduced to the grammar of ASL, culture behaviors and the history of ASL. This class will run with “voice off” policy for ASL immersion.
HOW TO TRAVEL FREE & SAFELY RCEGN 2032 C01 & C02
10/23 12 - 3 pm Live Online C02/Saturday
12/4 12 - 3pm
Are you ready to get back to our travels! When it is safe to go on a trip, where can we go, how do we stay safe, and how do we make our travel free? If you are near retirement, changing careers, a student, or someone who likes the idea of making additional income to support your travel dream, this class is for you. World traveler Gina Henry shows you how she is prepared for the new “travel normal” including important tips on safety, trip insurance, what to do if you become sick, and other strategies. Discover over 200 ways to travel free. Earn free airline tickets, hotel nights, tours & more in the USA & worldwide! Volunteering, fun work-vacations, paid travel, teaching English and remote employment opportunities. Tuition includes Gina’s 100-page eBook How to Travel Free & Safely (retail value$39.95).
GINA HENRY has lived this travel life for 30 years, taking 10 free vacations a year by using free airline tickets, hotels, cruises, tours, meals, & more. She has traveled to 98 countries and all 50 states. She teaches in 90 cities and is the author of many travel books & audios. She leads several group tours each year and organizes a volunteer teach English program in Thailand and Peru.
KEEP TALKING: AN INTRODUCTION TO PROFESSIONAL VOICE OVER RSBEN 0008 C01
If you’ve ever wondered how to begin in voice over part time, full time, or for supplemental or retirement income, this workshop is a great, upbeat, and most importantly, realistic first step. Our easy-to-access remote learning system will take you behind the scenes at Voice Coaches main studios, where we
regularly produce voice over content for clients including Netflix, Discovery, HGTV, Disney, Lifetime, Nickelodeon, and many more. From audio books, training material, animation, and commercials to socially relevant content, television, and much more: today’s voice over field has become a great way to leverage your Individual voice qualities and communication skill in a whole new way.
For a more detailed class description: www.voicecoaches.com/gptt
THE SECRETS OF TRAVEL-HACKING FREE AIR, HOTELS & CASH BACK RCEGN 2035 C01
11/13 12 - 3 pm
You can earn hundreds of thousands of airline frequent flyer miles and hotel reward points without ever stepping foot on a plane or paying for a hotel and then redeem them for highvalue trips. Flights and hotels are typically the most expensive part of your vacation budget. Gina will show you her easy
“Beginner Strategy” then graduate you to more advanced strategies that earn you 1 million+ reward points a year. All the major reward programs will be detailed. Also learn tips for flying business and first class. Gina Henry, founder of Go Global, Inc, has been a professional traveler for over 26 years and earns
15 free airline tickets and dozens of free hotel nights each year. Tuition in includes instructors 70-page digital book “The Secrets of Traveling Hacking - Free Air, Hotels & Cash Back” (a $39.95 value). Go to www.GinaHenry.com for more instructor information.
Meet the Beatles - Live Online & Newtown Campus RCEGN 8836 C01 & C02
10/12 - 11/16 6:30 - 8:30pm Live Online C02/6 Thursdays
10/14 - 11/18 6:30 - 8:30pm
The Beatles’ music communicates to people, it touches them, it is fun and light-hearted, it is serious and cynical, it is frightening and dark; it embraces many preceding genres of music and spins them afresh. Most know the Beatles’ hits but few know their story. We’ll delve into the rich personalities of a driven but conflicted John, an eager-to-please but private Paul, a money-concerned turned spiritual George and the abrupt late addition Richy (aka Ringo), the emulsifier of the band. We’ll discuss how they met as teenagers, how they matured both musically and personally, and how they defined and reflected their time. Finally, we’ll discuss the factors that led to their break-up. “The deeper you go, the higher you fly. So come on!”
Meet Scott McLaren
Scott is a passionate Beatles fan since nine years old, having received the Meet the Beatles album as a gift. His interest in their music and each Beatles’ individual charm and unique personality led him to deep exploration of the Beatles’ story via books, seminars and classes. He has traveled extensively to Beatle sites including (but not limited to) Liverpool, Hamburg and London (including interviewing Roag Best, the son of the Beatles’ road manager and half-brother to the Beatles first drummer) to gain a better knowledge of their collective and individual stories. Furthermore, Scott has collected over 50 hours of rare interviews, press conferences, outtakes, studio banter, concerts and alternate song takes. Scott is a recently retired sales executive of 35 years with experience at Amazon Web Services, IBM and other technology companies.
CELTIC FIDDLE "PLAY BY EAR" FOUNDATION COURSE INFO SESSION XSMCE-8824
Join us for a Live Online FREE information session.
Live from Scotland! Imagine if you could play Celtic Fiddlewith increased confidence. Whether you are new to playing an instrument or you would like to change from playing sheet music to “playing by ear”, this course is for you. This 6-week self-paced course is a comprehensive introduction to teaching you how to play the violin by listening to the music. You will learn techniques to help you develop the skills of playing Celtic fiddle tunes by ear. You will progress your technique and take your next steps on your musical journey. This course suits both students who are new to playing an instrument, as well as established players. Colin MacLeod, a Celtic fiddle player with over 40 years of experience.
COLIN MACLEOD Celtic Fiddle Guru – Principal Instructor
Colin MacLeod, principal instructor, and known as the Celtic Fiddle Guru, is originally from Scotland. Colin, a Celtic fiddle player with over 40 years experience, has achieved Grade 8 Violin Distinction, recorded 7 CDs, played in Celtic bands in Australia, and has run Celtic fiddle workshops in Scotland, Australia and the United States since 2007. Colin started playing the violin in Scotland at the age of seven and spent his teenage years travelling across Scotland playing and winning competitions until the age of 15. Colin was classically trained through the school system in Scotland, regularly playing in both the Regional Youth Orchestra and National Youth String Orchestra of Scotland. In his final year of school, Colin achieved Distinction in Grade 8 Violin. Outside of school, Colin followed his passion for Celtic and Scottish music, playing in concerts all over Scotland. He entered Scottish fiddle competitions which helped Colin to hone his Celtic fiddle playing technique and unique sound. He now regularly performs and teaches, both in person and online, across five continents including Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and North America.
CELTIC FIDDLE "PLAY BY EAR" BEGINNER COURSE RMUSC 8825 C01
9/15 - 10/20 6-8 pm
Live from Scotland! Imagine if you could play Celtic Fiddlewith increased confidence. Whether you are new to playing an instrument or you would like to change from playing sheet music to “playing by ear”, this course is for you. This 6-week self-paced course is a comprehensive introduction to teaching you how to play the violin by listening to the music. You will learn techniques to help you develop the skills of playing Celtic fiddle tunes by ear. You will progress your technique and take your next steps on your musical journey. This course suits both students who are new to playing an instrument, as well as established players. Colin MacLeod, a Celtic fiddle player with over 40 years of experience.
6 pre-recorded video instruction classes held weekly over 6 weeks (40-50 minutes in length & 3 fortnightly recorded instructor led Q&A Sessions between 30-90 minutes in length depending on questions)
COLIN MACLEOD Celtic Fiddle Guru – Principal Instructor
Colin MacLeod, principal instructor, and known as the Celtic Fiddle Guru, is originally from Scotland. Colin, a Celtic fiddle player with over 40 years experience, has achieved Grade 8 Violin Distinction, recorded 7 CDs, played in Celtic bands in Australia, and has run Celtic fiddle workshops in Scotland, Australia and the United States since 2007. Colin started playing the violin in Scotland at the age of seven and spent his teenage years travelling across Scotland playing and winning competitions until the age of 15. Colin was classically trained through the school system in Scotland, regularly playing in both the Regional Youth Orchestra and National Youth String Orchestra of Scotland. In his final year of school, Colin achieved Distinction in Grade 8 Violin. Outside of school, Colin followed his passion for Celtic and Scottish music, playing in concerts all over Scotland. He entered Scottish fiddle competitions which helped Colin to hone his Celtic fiddle playing technique and unique sound. He now regularly performs and teaches, both in person and online, across five continents including Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and North America.
CELTIC FIDDLE "PLAY BY EAR" INTERMEDIATE COURSE RMUSC 8826 C01
10/30 - 12/4 6-8 pm
Live from Scotland! Imagine if you could play Celtic Fiddlewith increased confidence. Whether you are new to playing an instrument or you would like to change from playing sheet music to “playing by ear”, this course is for you. This 6-week self-paced course is a comprehensive introduction to teaching you how to play the violin by listening to the music. You will learn techniques to help you develop the skills of playing Celtic fiddle tunes by ear. You will progress your technique and take your next steps on your musical journey. This course suits both students who are new to playing an instrument, as well as established players. Colin MacLeod, a Celtic fiddle player with over 40 years of experience.
6 pre-recorded video instruction classes held weekly over 6 weeks (40-50 minutes in length & 3 fortnightly recorded instructor led Q&A Sessions between 30-90 minutes in length depending on questions)
COLIN MACLEOD Celtic Fiddle Guru – Principal Instructor
Colin MacLeod, principal instructor, and known as the Celtic Fiddle Guru, is originally from Scotland. Colin, a Celtic fiddle player with over 40 years experience, has achieved Grade 8 Violin Distinction, recorded 7 CDs, played in Celtic bands in Australia, and has run Celtic fiddle workshops in Scotland, Australia and the United States since 2007. Colin started playing the violin in Scotland at the age of seven and spent his teenage years travelling across Scotland playing and winning competitions until the age of 15. Colin was classically trained through the school system in Scotland, regularly playing in both the Regional Youth Orchestra and National Youth String Orchestra of Scotland. In his final year of school, Colin achieved Distinction in Grade 8 Violin. Outside of school, Colin followed his passion for Celtic and Scottish music, playing in concerts all over Scotland. He entered Scottish fiddle competitions which helped Colin to hone his Celtic fiddle playing technique and unique sound. He now regularly performs and teaches, both in person and online, across five continents including Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and North America.
LITERATURE & FILM
TO HELL AND BACK: A JOURNEY INTO DANTE'S INFERNO RCEGN 8868 C01
10/5 - 11/9 6:30 -8:30
Upon reaching his 35th year of age, Dante embarks on a spiritual journey that will take him through the depths of Hell, up the cliffs of the mountain of Purgatory, and finally to rise into the heavenly spheres. The Inferno chronicles the pilgrim’s adventure in the underworld by inviting the reader to journey alongside him, exploring the subtle nature of sin and the destruction it causes. Throughout the descent, Dante will meet with individuals from
Christian and Greek/Roman antiquity as well as the prominent European political leaders of the day. Guided by the great Roman epic writer, Virgil, Dante comes to recognize sin in all its forms which prepares him for a later journey through the realm of Purgatory.
Brian Cirka is a graduate of the M.A. Theology program at Holy Apostles College & Seminary, having previously earned his B.S in Business Management from Penn State University. He has lived in Bucks County with his wife and children for the last 10 years and is now in his 14th year working for Johnson & Johnson. Although his career is focused in business, Brian’s academic interests include history, philosophy, theology, literature, and the convergence of all those disciplines into a cohesive understanding of the world. Courses he has taught in the past include Ancient Jewish History and The Experience of Poetry.
SHARE THAT STORY RCEGN 8870 C01
10/20 - 11/17 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Maybe you’ve always wanted to share your adventures from your Grand Canyon (or Paris or Tokyo!) trip, or your first time moving away from your family home, or an Aha! moment you once had. You might have notes scribbled on backs of envelopes or pages of note paper shoved into a drawer –to get around
to “someday.” Or maybe you’ve been writing for a while and would like to hone your work further. If either of these sounds like you, this class will serve you well by helping you develop your focus clearly, organize, and take your work to a new, stronger level. Everyone loves a good story, so why not try your hand
at giving folks one? Whether you’d like to write for your own private satisfaction, to share with family and friends for specific milestones, or consider sending your work out for publication, this class can be a perfect balance of fun and learning.
THE ART OF HITCHCOCK RCEGN 8714 C01
9/28 - 11/2 6:30 - 8 pm
Filmmakers refer to Alfred Hitchcock as “The Master.” Why? Beginning in 1927, Hitchcock explored the same themes and ideas in every film he made: love, sexuality, murder, and marriage. We’ll delve into the technical side of his filmmaking, which grew alongside Hitchcock’s skill as a storyteller.
RELEASE (OR STRENGTHEN) YOUR INNER POET RCEGN 8869 C01
10/19 - 11/16 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Whether you’ve just begun to take an interest in writing poetry or have been writing for a while, this class will serve you well by helping you develop your focus more clearly and taking your work to a new, stronger level. Poetry can get right to the heart of showing the ways both the small moments and the big events of life –and our reactions to them– affect all of us, even though we have our own specific experiences of them. Whether you’d like
to write for your own private satisfaction, to share with family and friends for specific milestones, or to consider sending your work out for publication, this class can be a perfect balance of fun and learning.
Instructor: Bernadette McBride, M.A. Editor, Schuylkill Valley Literary Journal
DESIGNING & DIY
DIY HOME IMPROVEMENT RCEGN 6966 C01
10/14 - 11/11 7-9 pm
Beth Allen, Do-It-Yourself expert, contractor and designer returns to teach her popular 5-week course on home improvement and design. This course is ideal for new homeowners, DIY beginners and those with DIY experience as well. Course offerings cover the following topics: Tool basics, painting and design, electric and plumbing basics, weatherization, caulking and walls (fixing and hanging items). Hands-on learning empowers you as you bring your own drill to
class and master its use with Beth’s guidance.
SEWING I RCEGN 8871 C01
9/22 - 10/13 6:30 - 8:30 pm
In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of sewing which includes operation of the sewing machine, practical exercises hand sewing, and how to select fabrics based on style and fabric. Practical exercises will build upon sewing skills to sew a pin cushion and a pillowcase, and other items if time allows.
Sewing machine required.