History, Special Interest, Literature & Film, & Designing & DIY
Explore new hobbies, ancient peoples, tales of the past and insights of the future!
BLIMEY, PIRATES! RCEGN 8712 C01
2/6-2/27 6:30 - 8:30pm
Batten down the hatches, for this lively exploration of infamous swashbucklers from the Golden Age of Piracy (AD 1650 through AD 1730). We’ll separate myth from reality while exploring history, archaeology and legend.
YOUR STONE AGE BRAIN RCEGN 8713 C01
3/12-4/2 6:30 - 8:30pm
What skills did we inherit for our prehistoric ancestors? Humanity has spent most of its evolutionary past as hunter-gatherers, how are we adapting to our seemingly isolated high-tech digital world.
THE IMPEACHMENT OF A PRESIDENT RCEGN 8825 CPV1
1/27 - 3/2 2:30-4pm
The impeachment of a president is rare in our nation’s history. We watch the news and had heard about the possible impeachment of President Trump for the past two years. The course will look at the process of impeachment and how it has operated in the past. The present effort is not the first in US history with only Andrew Johnson and Bill Clinton reaching a trial in the United States Senate.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) RCEGN 8812 C01
2/12 - 4/1 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.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) - at Perkasie Campus RCEGN 8812 C70
3/3-4/21 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.
Plus approx. $20 book fee
GETTING PAID TO TALK: MAKING MONEY WITH YOUR VOICE RSBEN 0004 C01
Ever been told you have a great voice? From audio books and cartoons to documentaries, commercials, and more, this class will introduce you to the growing field of voice over. Learn what the pros look for, how to prepare, and where to find work in your area! We’ll discuss industry pros and cons, play samples from working voice professionals and provide an opportunity for students to record a short professional script under the direction of the instructor.
For a more detailed class description: www.voicecoaches.com/gptt
AARP - DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM - NEWTOWN CAMPUS RCEGN 8050 C01
This eight-hour classroom course is designed especially for motorists age 50 or older. It covers normal changes in vision, hearing and reaction time, and provides practical techniques to compensate for these changes. The program fosters safer driving practices, continued mobility, and a discount in auto insurance in a majority of states. (NOTE: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class)
** Please note the fee for the Driver Safety Program will be $15 for AARP Members, AARP ID required and $20 for nonmembers. CHECK OR MONEY ORDER TO AARP – NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED
AARP - DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM - LOWER BUCKS CAMPUS RCEGN 8050 C50/C51
This eight-hour classroom course is designed especially for motorists age 50 or older. It covers normal changes in vision, hearing and reaction time, and provides practical techniques to compensate for these changes. The program fosters safer driving practices, continued mobility, and a discount in auto insurance in a majority of states. (NOTE: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class)
** Please note the fee for the Driver Safety Program will be $15 for AARP Members, AARP ID required and $20 for nonmembers. CHECK OR MONEY ORDER TO AARP – NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED
AARP - SMART DRIVER REFRESHER CLASS - NEWTOWN CAMPUS RCEGN 8052 C01 & C02
C02/Sat, 5/2 8am-12pm
8am-12pm
This is a four-hour refresher course designed especially for motorists age 50 and older. It covers normal changes in vision, hearing and reaction time, and provides practical techniques to compensate for these changes. The program fosters safer driving practices, continued mobility, and a discount in auto insurance in most states. Check with your agent to confirm this course qualifies you for the discount. *Participants are eligible to attend provided that they have already completed an 8 hours AARP Driver Safety Course within 3 years.
*Please note the fee for the Driver Safety Program will be $15 for AARP members, AARP ID required, and $20 for non-members, CHECK OR MONEY ORDER TO AARP – NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED.
AARP - SMART DRIVER REFRESHER CLASS - LOWER BUCKS CAMPUS RCEGN 8052 C50-51
C51/Wed, 5/20 1-5 pm
1-5pm
This is a four-hour refresher course designed especially for motorists age 50 and older. It covers normal changes in vision, hearing and reaction time, and provides practical techniques to compensate for these changes. The program fosters safer driving practices, continued mobility, and a discount in auto insurance in most states. Check with your agent to confirm this course qualifies you for the discount. *Participants are eligible to attend provided that they have already completed an 8 hours AARP Driver Safety Course within 3 years.
*Please note the fee for the Driver Safety Program will be $15 for AARP members, AARP ID required, and $20 for non-members, CHECK OR MONEY ORDER TO AARP – NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED.
LITERATURE & FILM
ANALYSIS AND APPRECIATION: JANE EYRE RCEGN 8715 C01 & CPV1
3/5 - 4/9 6:30-8pm Pennswood Village 6 Thursdays
1/16 - 2/20 4 - 5:30 pm
Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre is arguably one of the most beautiful important novels of the Victorian era, and this six-week course is designed as an exploration of the complex political yet personal nature of the book in a discussion-based classroom. While the novel was published in 1847, the issues presented by the young female author in this Gothic masterpiece continue to be relevant to this day.
Plus $8 book fee.
THE ART OF HITCHCOCK RCEGN 8714 C01& CPV1
2/4-3/24 10 am-12 pm
Newtown Campus 8 Wednesdays
2/5-3/25 10 am-12pm
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. Hitchcock’s fingerprints are all over every single one of his films. We’ll delve into the technical side of his filmmaking, which grew alongside Hitchcock’s skill as a storyteller.
MOVIE MANIA: THE CLASSIC FILMS WE LOVE RCEGN 8824 C01
2/27-4/2 6:30 - 8:30pm
You’ll journey through decades of classic films and explore their impact on generations of movie-lovers, including the backstories of how and why they were made. Comedies, dramas, westerns, musicals, sci-fi, romance, horror, action... take a front-row seat around the “movie campfire” to enjoy fun, lively conversation that celebrates sensational cinema and our lifetime of movie memories.
Joel Gibbs has been the on-air host of many local and nationally-syndicated radio talkshows where listeners across America gathered to quench their thirst for everything they love about movies and the entertainment industry. Joel is a member of the Broadcast Film Critics Association, appearing as a panelist and guest on many TV & radio programs. As the director of the Love The Arts In Philadelphia campaign, he worked with notables like Kevin Bacon, Billy Crystal, Julie Andrews, Tony Bennett, John Lithgow, Danny DeVito, William Shatner, Jimmy Kimmel and many others. Also known as “the man of a thousand voices”, his award-winning work has been heard in more than 40,000 projects worldwide with a repertoire of over 100 “celebrity” impressions and an endless variety of cartoon and character voices.
DESIGNING & DIY
SEWING I RCEGN 8820 C01
1/8-2/12 6:30 -9:30 pm
Students will learn the fundamentals of sewing which includes hand and machine sewing, how to select fabrics based on style and fabric. Students will sew a pin cushion, a pillowcase and back sack. Students MUST bring their own sewing machine and supplies. Students who have taken Sewing 1 previously are welcome to join in and make an item of their choice.
SEWING II RCEGN 8821 C01
2/19-3/25 6:30 -9:30 pm
Students will continue the fundamentals of sewing as acquired in Sewing 1. Students will learn how to select fabrics based on style and fabric, how to read a pattern and cut out fabric. They will sew pajama bottoms, and other items if time allows). Students MUST bring their own sewing machine and supplies.
PREREQUISITE – Students MUST have taken Sewing 1 or have permission of instructor. Students who have taken Sewing 2 previously are welcome to join in and sew a project of their choice.
SEWING - "SEW" FINISHED RCEGN 8822 C01
4/29 - 5/20 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Did you ever start, and then abandon a sewing project because you weren’t sure how to read the pattern instructions or you got frustrated? Bring your incomplete garment/project and receive expert instruction and guidance to complete it. You must bring your portable sewing machine, instruction manual and sewing supplies to every class.
DIY HOME IMPROVEMENT & EMPOWERMENT FOR WOMEN RCEGN 6966 C01
**BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Did you know that 90% of women will live alone at some point in their lives? Are you tired of paying handymen, contractors, plumbers, and electricians a lot of money, just to make service calls, and relying generally on men to fix, repair and improve your home? Would you like to learn to operate basic hand and power tools? Topics include basics of tools, electric, plumbing, carpentry, painting, tiling and hanging items on the wall. Beth Allen, founder of DIY HIPChicks, will teach you how to perform simple everyday home repairs and improvements in this interactive DIY class. Utilizing a step-by-step approach, Beth will show you how to become more independent, confident, secure and ultimately empowered not just in your home, but in all areas of your life.
DIY PLUMBING CLASS RCEGN 8135 C01
This class is focused on the next level of DIY. You will learn how to tackle more advanced plumbing projects including: change a basic sink/faucet set up including valves and supply lines, understanding how to plan and shop for a new vanity, faucet, sink bowl; how to select, remove and install a new toilet as well as repair the tank parts. We will have a sink bowl and toilet present for hands-on learning.