Lifelong Learning

Led by Kristin Lindsay (BS, Shenandoah Conservatory)
Mondays, October 4, 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15
Time: 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $105 ($90 if registered by August 27; $120 after September 24)
Location: Asplundh Field House, Dance Studio

Have you ever watched Gene Kelly or Fred Astaire tap across your television screen with the utmost grace and vigor? Now you can too! Come join the fun in exploring rhythms, developing coordination, and enjoying movement to music through an introduction to basic tap fundamentals and terminology.

Please purchase or borrow tap shoes prior to the beginning of this course. Tap shoes can be purchased at any dance supply store such as Prima Soft in Jenkintown, Kicks N’ Splits in Hatboro, or online at www.dancedistributors.com or www.discountdance.com.

Kristin Lindsay began dancing with Mrs. Jessica Bostock at the age of nine, and under her instruction, became part of the dance competition team at In Motion Performing Arts Center. Throughout high school and college, Kristin continued to dance and also perform in theatrical productions (including two summers at Sesame Place playing Zoe and Rosita). Kristin earned a degree in Arts Management with an emphasis in Acting from Shenandoah Conservatory in 2009 and currently serves as the Assistant Director and ANC Production Manager at Mitchell Performing Arts Center.

Led by Linda Simonetti Odhner (BA, Bryn Athyn College)
Mondays, October 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15
Time: 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $75 ($65 if registered by August 27; $85 if registering after October 8)
Location: Bryn Athyn College, Doering Center, room TBD

The Abolition of Man is a short, concise, and highly readable book of philosophy about moral law as a fundamental aspect of humanity. Using a list of questions and a detailed summary of the book's main argument, we will discuss the work chapter by chapter. Background information on the state of British thought in the mid-20th century will be provided to give context to Lewis' concerns. The ideas introduced here serve as a strong foundation for considering problems of scientific philosophy.

Linda Simonetti Odhner is a graduate of Bryn Athyn College. She has served as the editor of Theta Alpha Journal and has published articles in The New Philosophy.

Led by Janna King (MA in Literature from Bread Loaf)
Tuesdays, October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16
Time: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Cost: $75 ($65 if registered by August 27; $85 if registering after October 8)
Location: Bryn Athyn College, Doering Center, room TBD

To read Great Expectations is to take a life changing journey into the human heart, particularly the heart of a child. You will know yourself, and therefore other people, better when you have finished. Dickens' own life wandered through every social strata of Victorian England, and his personal fortunes took him from the gates of abject poverty and debtor's prison, all the way into the courts of royalty. The voice of Pip, the sensitive and lonely orphan boy who narrates the story, will draw you into his adventures from the first page of the tale to the final paragraphs. This is a very fun read!

Janna King loves to study literature with other adult minds. She brings a wide range of teaching experience with her into the Lifelong Learning classes, and draws on insights gained from pursuing her own writing and publication career. Once registered, students can choose any edition of this book to bring to the first class. No pre-reading is required, but the book is lengthy and you may wish a head start in order to cut down on later assignments.

Led by Lisa McQueen Knight (PA Academy of the Fine Arts)
Tuesdays, October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16
Time: 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Cost: $75 ($65 if registered by August 27; $85 if registering after October 8)
Location: ANC Secondary Schools, Fine Arts Building, Second Floor Mezzanine

An introduction to some of the painting methods used by the old masters, including underpainting and glazes. Students purchase their own supplies from a list provided by the teacher.

Lisa is inspired by what she sees of the divine in nature and tries to give an idea of His infinite reach through the still life, landscape, and the portrait. She is grateful for the traditional philosophies and practices of the old masters she was taught in high school and at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. To learn more about her and see some of her impressive work, go to her website: www.lisamcqueenknight.com.

Led by Danielle Orthwein (Certified Chef from Natural Gourmet Institute)
Tuesdays, October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16
Time: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Cost: $85 ($75 if registered by August 27; $95 after October 8)
Location: Academy Secondary Schools, DeCharms Hall, Downstairs Kitchen

Do you find yourself thinking 'I don't know how to cook healthfully'? Do you just lack inspiration and simply don't have enough recipes? In this five-part cooking series we will explore healthy options. You will come away from this class with five well-balanced and nourishing meals. We will also explore different cooking techniques and develop your cooking skills in order to make cooking healthfully not such a daunting task. I will show a brief demo of each dish. You will work hands on with others in the class to prepare a whole meal each week. While enjoying our meal we will discuss the process and other health related questions about food. Best of all, you will come away with an arsenal of healthy meals that you know how to prepare.

Danielle Orthwein is a graduate from the Natural Gourmet Institute. After receiving a certificate from the Chef's Training program she began a Personal Chef business as well as a catering business. She is currently working as a Personal Chef focusing on healthy cuisine. She has also taught in the Academy of the New Church Secondary School and in conjunction with Health Corps., a national organization focused on teaching kids how to make healthy decisions in regard to their health.

Led by Rev. Eric Carswell (Bishop's Representative for New Church Education)
Wednesdays, October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17
7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Cost: $75 ($65 if registered by August 27; $85 after October 8)
Location: Bryn Athyn College, Doering Center, Room TBD

Powerful concepts from the Writings of the New Church and from skilled educators and researchers can be a significant help to adults who are caring for children and adolescents. The foundations for healthier relationships with teens are better formed in the first years of life. In this class there will be presentation and discussion of key concepts to supporting the Lord's work of guiding children and young people toward healthy maturity and independence.

Eric served as the pastor and school head in both the Glenview and Pittsburgh societies of the New Church before becoming the Dean of the Theological School in Bryn Athyn, PA. He now serves as the Bishop's Representative for Education and has a special interest in child and adolescent development.

Led by Steve Hendricks
Wednesdays, October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Cost: $75 ($65 if registered by August 27; $85 if registering after October 8)
Location: Bryn Athyn College, Doering Center, Room 119

We are used to thinking about numbers as quantities. Three chairs, four apples, ten dollars, how many people will take this class? The Most Ancients, however, were more interested in qualitative number, as in the underlying nature of Oneness, Twoness, Threeness, etc. Their most profound ideas were expressed in numbers rather than words. This class will explore the relationship between number, geometry and the spiritual world. It will be based on the creation story and will be comprised of both lecture and drawing time.

For class please bring a compass, pencil, straight edge and 11" x 14" spiral bound sketch book.

Steve Hendricks is the owner of Historic Doors (www.historicdoors.com), designers and fabricators of custom entryways. Steve has enjoyed taking classes on the subject of sacred geometry and proportion and is excited to share what he has learned.

Led by Jared Alden (Rocky Mountain School of Photoraphy)
Thursdays, October 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Cost: $75 ($65 if registered by August 27; $85 if registering after October 8)
Location: ANC Secondary Schools, deCharms Hall, Computer Lab

Do you want to be a photographer? This class is designed for anyone who wants to take their photography to next level. Many people today own a nice Digital SLR camera but they continue photographing using the automatic modes. To take full advantage of a Digital SLR camera and to gain artistic control of a photograph a person must expose the photograph in the manual mode - this requires an understanding of Shutter Speed, Aperture and ISO. It’s not hard to learn to operate the camera in the manual mode. Come and join us for a five class series that will teach you to expose your photography in the manual mode. If you own a Digital SLR camera this is a great opportunity to take advantage of your camera’s creative potential. Are you ready to become a photographer and an artist!

Jared Alden is a graduate of the Rocky Mountain School of Photography. Jared sells his photography as fine art and online stock. He also publishes images in magazines and on various websites. Jared’s photography has won competitions and has been featured on the National Geographic Glimpse website. You can see some of his work at www.jaredphotography.com.

Led by Jenn Asplundh
Thursdays, October 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $75 ($65 if registered by August 27; $85 after October 8)
Location: Bryn Athyn College, Asplundh Field House, The Large Classroom

Practicing yoga is an experience for the body and mind, as well as a spiritual practice. Come and learn some basic poses and how to improve your alignment, flexibility, core strength, body awareness and more.

Jenn has recently finished her Anusara Yoga teacher certification and has been teaching for more than 6 years. She began practicing yoga 10 years ago and loves to share her experience and knowledge with her students.