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Arts and Crafts

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Adult Ceramics Class

Over the period of eight weeks, instructor Casey Thomas will lead the class in an exploration of a variety of techniques for the production of clay vessels and kiln firing. Students will be introduced to the wheel and have the opportunity to explore its possibilities. An emphasis on form, function, and personal aesthetic will be a focus of the course as students partake in the physical process of wheel-thrown pottery. Advanced students are given guidance as they pursue their own direction of interest. As clay work is completed, we will explore ways of firing it. Firing techniques include low-fire and high-fire electric with functional and nonfunctional glazes and underglazes. The class will also include one Raku workshop.(Additional Raku workshops are available continuously, for additional charges.) Instructor: Casey Thomas.

Dates: Session I: January 13 – March 5
Session II: March 9 – April 30
Session III: May 5 – June 25
Times: Morning class times are 9:30 a.m. – noon. Tuesday OR Thursday
Evening class times are 7 – 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, OR Thursday

Location: Niagara Arts and Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls, NY
Fee: $195 (includes one new pack of clay tools and water bucket ,clay, glazes, electricity and fuel for firing.

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Paper Punch — Magnificent Magnolias

This is a “don’t miss class” for crafters or those of you who want to make a statement with paper! These lovely magnolias look simply awesome on greeting cards, gifts and packaging! Learn how to make them now to adorn upcoming birthday, wedding and shower gifts you will give. In this hands-on class for the beginner on up, you will learn to build magnolias petal by petal. The look is stunning! See how a few simple punches of different shapes transform into these beautiful flowers! Sign up now. Class size will be limited! Instructor: Anita Muzzi owner of Quilling by Anita and member of the North American Quilling Guild.

Date: Wednesday, March 11
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $11
Supply fee: $10 payable to instructor night of class

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There’s a little Martha Stewart in all of us:
Basic Flower Arranging

Flowers add so much to your house, don’t they? Attend this great class to learn the secrets
and even go home with a finished arrangement to display. You will learn the basics of flower arranging using oasis and your own vases. Discover all the aspects of greening and working with storebought lowers. All materials and flowers are provided and your finished product will go home with you. A great class to start off learning how easy it is to impress friends and family. Bring your own cutting tool. Instructor: Rita Majka, florist.

Date: Session I: Wednesday, February 4, (CLOSED)
Session II: March 11
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Harris & Lever Florist, 1225 Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Fee: $40 includes flowers

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Spring TableScape

You have heard of landscapes, and now there are TableScapes. You’ll learn how to create the perfect table, with just the right arrangement and accessories, in traditional and art deco style. You will also make a centerpiece to match your home décor and impress your guests. Each person’s home is different, so therefore each TableScape will be different too. Students should bring a favorite container to fill. Completion of the Basic Flower Arraigning class is strongly recommended. Bring your own cutting tool. Instructor Rita Majka, florist.

Date: Wednesday, April 8
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Harris & Lever Florist, 1225 Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Fee: $40 includes flowers

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Intermediate Stained Glass

Enhance your glass-cutting skills, cementing, and soldering techniques of the lead came method while creating your own masterpiece! Learn methods of constructing glass boxes, lamps, and more. Instructor: Robert Muelbauer.

Dates: Saturdays, March 7 – April 14 (five sessions)
Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $195 includes supplies and safety glasses

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Business

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Success Without Stress

Are you looking to succeed but face obstacles day after day? Join us for this enjoyable, interactive class to help you achieve personal and career fulfillment. Learn proven ways to reduce stress, maintain balance, and focus on the positive every day. Turbocharge your life and career. Sign up now to explore your goals, take on personal responsibility, and master the art of productivity. Challenge yourself to enhance work flow, grow self-esteem, and increase your personal and professional bottom line with this one, simple, systematic process for getting things done at work and home. Course materials are included in
fee. Instructors: Lester J. Robinson III and Carol Sauka, professional consultants.

Date: Thursday, March 19
Time: 6 – 9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $39

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“Knock Out” Your Competition with Quality Referrals

Turn that cold prospect into a hot prospect. Market your new clients with little or no increase in your marketing budget. Learn a new strategic system to get more referrals that equal more sales in your business easily and quickly. Make referrals your key to a successful sales program. Includes free workbook to knock out that competition. Instructor: Lester J. Robinson, professional consultant.

Date: Thursday, March 26
Time: 6 – 9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $34

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Paralegal Certificate Course

This intensive, nationally acclaimed program is designed for beginning as well as advanced legal workers. Students will be trained to interview witnesses, investigate complex fact patterns, research the law, prepare legal documents, and assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation. The practice-oriented instruction relates to the areas of law in which paralegals are most in demand. There are no prerequisites to take the course, but students will be expected to complete a significant amount of homework for each session. This program will help students increase their office’s efficiency, productivity, and billable hours, as well as learn new marketable job skills. Internship assistance is also available to the
top students in each course.

Dates: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays,
March 31 – May 9
(No classes, Nov. 11, 13, 15, 25, 27, & 29)
Times: Tuesday & Thursday: 6 – 9:30 p.m.;
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Books: Must be ordered through the Center for Legal Studies at 1-800-522-7737
Fee: $1,089 (does not include books)

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Investing Safely—Sleeping Soundly

This course is for those who want to invest money while minimizing the risk. You’ll
learn how to invest your money to reach long-term financial goals, such as paying for your children’s college or your retirement, while reducing the effect of stock market fluctuations. You’ll learn investing basics, such as how a mutual fund or Exchange Traded Fund works, and how to use tax deferred plans such as 401(k) or IRAs. We’ll also show you how to decide between stocks, bonds and money market investments, how to evaluate performance, and how to use low-cost index funds to carry out your investment plan. Instructor Ed Hutton, director of the Niagara University Financial Services Laboratory
and a chartered financial analyst (CFA).

Dates: Thursdays, April 9 – 30 (four sessions)
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Bisgrove Hall financial services laboratory
Fee: $49

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Computers

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Microsoft Office Certificate

Get all the knowledge you need to be comfortable with computers and Microsoft Office. Take all five classes marked with an asterisk to receive our Niagara University Continuing Education certificate. Register for all five classes at the same time for only $220 (a $25 savings). All classes from 9 a.m. to noon in Dunleavy 131. Instructor: Gordon Slipko Jr., computer instructor.

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*Windows: An Introduction

Learn how to use Windows and find out how to navigate through the program using the mouse, menus and dialog boxes. Use the help facility of Windows, run several programs simultaneously and share information between programs. Work with the desktop to quickly find and organize your work.

Date: Saturday, Feb. 7
Fee: $49

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*Word: An Introduction

Microsoft Word is a powerful word-processing program capable of handling everything from a one-page letter to a multiple-page manuscript. Through classroom training and practical hands-on exercises, learn to create, delete, move, change, copy and proof text files. Feel free to bring sample documents to class.

Date: Saturday, Feb. 14
Fee: $49

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*Excel: An Introduction

This class gives you an excellent introduction to spreadsheets, and includes hands-on exercises to reinforce learning. Learn the skills for creating, managing, saving, retrieving and printing spreadsheets. Other applications and topics will be addressed according to student interest and ability.

Date: Saturday, Feb. 21
Fee: $49

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*PowerPoint: An Introduction

Create powerful presentations and slide shows with this program to enhance your marketing and sales efforts. You will be introduced to PowerPoint features and the steps required to use them correctly. Learn how to develop an outline; pick a look for your slide show; add or rearrange your slides; format text; preview, run, and print your slides and handouts.

Date: Saturday, Feb. 28
Fee: $49

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*Access: An Introduction

Which came first, the data or the base? Whether you are new to databases in general, or Access in particular, this course will help you organize your information easily and efficiently. You will learn to create and use tables, queries, forms and reports quickly and easily.

Date: Saturday, March 7
Fee: $49

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Leisure

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Learn to Play Guitar

Don’t say to yourself “I wish I could play guitar like that,” because now you can. Take this easy-to-learn program from one of the best guitarists in the area and start playing. Students should bring a basic classical guitar to this group lesson class. Start today and soon you’ll be playing the way you’ve always wanted to. Instructor: Jamie Holka, third place, Rock Guitar Competition. www.jamieholka.com

Dates: Thursdays, March 5 – April 23 (eight sessions)
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: TBD
Fee: $99

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Hand Drumming for Beginners

Yes, there is a whole group of people who want to learn hand drumming, and you are one of them! Learn the basics from one of the area’s experts who has more than 20 years of experience and studied under a Grammy Award winner. You will learn the three basic strokes to all drumming patterns and one polyrhythmic. Class is for anyone 16 years and older and students should bring a basic hand drum. Sign up today for the great new class. Instructor: Carole Pink, drum circle facilitator.

Date: Saturday, March 21
Time: 9 a.m. – noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $15

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Close-Up Magic for the Nonmagician

Magic can be a valuable asset in social situations and in business, teaching and public speaking. The goal of this class is to enable
students to use magic to entertain friends, relatives and colleagues, and to provide an introduction to close-up magic as a performance art. Some basic sleight-of-hand will be taught along with the fundamentals of misdirection and other important principles of magic. Materials will be furnished by the instructor. Instructor: Todd Nelson, magician.

Date: Wednesday, March 11
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $49

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What Is Voluptousity?

This four-week series offers an opportunity for women to build their self-esteem by helping them develop inner confidence and find an opening for positive self-growth by learning empowerment tools. You will walk away feeling more confident. Empower yourself to live with purpose. Facilitator: Tomasina Cook, counselor.

Dates: Wednesdays, April 22 – May 13 (four sessions)
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $59

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You’re on the Air: How to Really Make It in Voice-Overs!

(A one-time, one-hour online class)

Voice-overs are hot today! You do not have to be an actor to get voiceover work, but it certainly doesn’t hurt! With such noticeable talent as James Earl Jones, Linda Hunt, and Donald Sutherland lending their voices to commercials, films, and videos, one would think that it would be next to impossible to break into this field. Not so! You’ll learn about an exciting new way to get around the competition and actually turn voice-overs into a thrilling full- or part-time business! You’ll watch this informative and state-ofthe-art class from the comfort of your own home! All you need is a computer with an Internet connection! You’ll learn from Dan Levine & Heather Costa via a video webcast from Dan Levine’s studio in Vermont. You’ll interact and have your questions answered with Heather via a toll-free teleconference
all. You’ll even get a personal evaluation of your voice from Heather after the end of the class!

Dan Levine , a well-known commercial producer and Tony Award nominated composer and Heather Costa, a successful voice-over artist, will discuss voice-over technique and introduce students to the voice-over business as a whole. You’ll step up to the microphone and do some practice recording and, best of all, you’ll hear the results!

Date: Wednesday, April 15
Time: 8 – 9 p.m.
Location: Online class
Fee: $19

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Scuba Diving

Niagara Scuba Center teaches a full range of scuba courses which include entry-level open water certification, advanced, rescue diving, divemaster, assistant instructor and beyond. Students supply their own mask, fins and snorkel. All instructors are fully
trained and certified to PADI professional standards and carry professional liability insurance. Niagara Scuba Center is fully registered and insured as a PADI five-star instructional facility. All classes will be held at Niagara Scuba Center, 2105 Military Road, Niagara Falls, N.Y. To register, contact the Niagara
Scuba Center at 716-283-3483. Call the center for additional dates and times.

Dates & times: Thursdays, Feb. 12 & 26, 5 p.m.
Saturdays, Feb. 7 & 21, 9 a.m.
Thursdays, March 12 & 26, 5 p.m.
Saturdays, March 14 & 28, 9 a.m.
Location: Niagara Scuba Center

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Discover Scuba Diving
Fee: $35

Open Water Scuba Diver
Fee: $220 (includes crewpack and use of DVD)

Advanced Open Water Diver
Fee: $249 (includes text)

Rescue Diver
Fee: $299 (includes text)

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How to Write Stories that Kids Will Love

This is a course for adults who want to write for children in pre-K through grade 3. Topics will include: “What’s a Story Anyway?”, “Who’s the Hero Here?”, “Easing into Easy-to-Reads,”"When It’s Time to Turn  to Rhyme,” “Picturing a Picture Book,” and “To Market, to Market – Finding the Right Publisher for Your Work.” Participants will have opportunities to share their own work and to solicit suggestions from others in the class. Note: While the course is designed for those who want to write for young children, it may also
be useful to teachers, parents, illustrators, and those who want to write for older readers. Instructor: Mary Furlong, published author.

Dates: Mondays, March 9 – April 6 (five sessions)
Times: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $79

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American Sign Language

Today, signing is a growing language, and is seen more and more in the media. This course will cover an introduction to basic sign language communication emphasizing basic level signs, words and phrases, finger spelling, grammatical sign principles, and culturaln information. Instructor: Kathy DuBois, experienced sign language instructor.

Dates: Saturdays, March 28 – May 23, excluding April 11 (eight sessions)
Time: 9 – 11 a.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $49

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Great Digital Photos — Digital Photography

Discover how to stop taking digital snapshots and start creating photographs with the WOW factor. Discover your inner creativity through the basic principles of photography in simple, down-to-earth language. Practice what you discover through the weekly photographic assignments. If you love to take pictures, bring your digital camera and find out how creative you can be. Instructor: Chester Barosky, Web developer, digital photographer.

Dates: Mondays, April 20 – May 11 (four sessions)
Times: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $39

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Angels in our Midst

What is it about angels that attracts so many, especially young people? Exactly who or what are these mysterious beings who turn up at the strangest times? What do angels look like? Examine these questions concerning God’s bridge to humankind. Discover from a Judaeo-Christian perspective the various roles of these heavenly messengers in scripture and in our lives. Inspirational stories will be shared concerning the presence of angels in society. This will be an evening that promises to lift your spirits and leave you feeling hopeful about life. Instructor: Monica Saltarelli, Niagara University campus minister.

Date: Thursday, March 12
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19

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Angels in our Midst, Part II

Did the initial “Angels in our Midst” leave you wanting more? How savvy are you about the angels in the Bible? Did you know that even Jesus was affected by the angels? Come and find out how God’s message was brought forth through angels. Be ready to encounter more angels in daily living. Instructor: Monica Saltarelli, Niagara University campus minister.

Date: Thursday, March 19
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19

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Have a Problem? Bananas, Balloons, Rocks, and MIT Can Help You Solve It

Is your goal to lose weight? Quit smoking? Exercise more? Get organized? Spend more time with family? Year after year, we make resolutions that get broken; try fads that don’t work;
berate ourselves for being undisciplined, weak, or not motivated enough; and still our problems don’t go away. This class will provide participants with a theory-based model for individual problem solving based on Kurt Lewin’s theories of change and force-field analysis. You’ll look deeply at a persistent problem in your own life . . . and find new ways to solve it. Based on workshops developed by MIT and Harvard faculty. Instructor : Jennifer Herman, director of instructional support, Niagara University.

Date: Thursday, March 19
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19

Vinyasa Yoga Level I

This eight-week beginning class is perfect for you if you have little to no experience with yoga or prefer a slower pace. You will learn about the Vinyasa style of Hatha Yoga. “Vinyasa” means one breath per movement. Emphasis is on alignment, breathing, building strength, and balance. You will finish each class with deep stretching and relaxation/meditation. Introduction to yogic philosophy included. It is recommended that students attend the Yoga for Absolute Beginners class to learn the very basics of poses and breathing before attending this class; however, it is not a requirement. Instructor: Karen Abbo, RYT 200.

Dates: Session I: Wednesdays, Feb. 11 – April 1 (eight sessions) (CLOSED)
Session II: Wednesdays, April 8 – May 27 (eight sessions)
Time: 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Location: TBA
Fee: $99
Note: Students must bring a sticky mat.
Recommended: block, strap, water, and blanket.

Vinyasa Yoga Level II

Continue your yoga journey from the fall session of the Vinyasa flow class. We will build on the asanas already learned and move to integrate more complex poses. This is an energetic eight-week class during which you’ll move with one breath per movement, flowing from posture to posture. We will build endurance and strength as well as flexibility and concentration. Students should have a basic knowledge of yoga asanas including Sun Salutations, etc. This is not a beginner’s class. Students must bring a sticky mat. Recommended: block, strap, water, and blanket. Instructor: Karen Abbo, RYT 200 Dates: Session I: Thursdays, Feb. 12 – April 9, excluding Feb. 19 (eight sessions)
Session II: Thursdays, April 16 – June 4 (eight sessions)
Time: 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Location: TBD
Fee: $99

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So You Want to Be a Better CLOWN! Clowning Made Simple ~ Part II This class is designed as a continuation of Clowning Made Simple, Part I, or for clowns who would like to expand their knowledge and skills. In this class we will continue with balloon animals, magic tricks and juggling. In addition, puppetry, storytelling, skits and performing at birthday parties will be presented. Students continue to learn skills enabling them to become great clowns. At the end of this five-week session, all clowns will participate in a graduation ceremony, enabling them to show off their skills. Instructor: Rainbow the Clown. Dates: Wednesdays, March 11 – April 8 (five sessions)
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $49 (minimal fees for make-up will be discussed in class)

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Colonial Hearth Cooking at NU and Old Fort Niagara Back by popular demand — all new recipes! In this time period, we try to cook meals in 15 minutes, but what was it like in past times without microwaves? A culinary encounter with early America, this adult course will allow participants to learn about 18th century foods, cooking and table manners. Class members will produce a meal for themselves at Old Fort Niagara using the original hearth, cooking techniques, recipes and equipment. A tour of the fort is included. This class is perfect for people who are curious about food history, and who want to try old recipes and experience a different taste! Instructor: Kate Emerson, who has more than 15 years experience teaching colonial cooking. Dates: Lecture: Tuesday, May 12
Cooking: Saturday, May 16 (two sessions)
Times: Lecture: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Cooking: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: Lecture: Niagara University
Cooking: Old Fort Niagara
Fee: $39 includes supplies and admission to Old
Fort Niagara (admission good only on the day of the program)

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Winter Wine Day Wine Day is an educational and fun program that provides all the information you need about wine, wine appreciation and the great winemaking area of Niagara County. During four morning sessions, you’ll learn about a variety of wine-related topics. In the afternoon (or any time at your leisure), you are encouraged to put this knowledge to use at the wineries on the Niagara Wine Trail. (Visits to the wineries are on your own and at your convenience.) Anyone who has an interest in wine should plan to attend! Date: Saturday, Feb. 28
Time: 9 a.m.– noon
Location: Wine Day will be held at Niagara University, St. Vincent’s Hall, room 407.After the
program, maps and directions will be provided to all to visit the wine trails and participate in wine tasting at the wineries. Preregistration is required because this event will sell out.
Fee: $35, includes free wine glass and tastings at all wineries

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Defensive Driving Course Offers 10% discount on auto insurance Niagara University offers defensive driving courses in association with the New York Safety Program. Completing the course entitles you to a 10 percent discount on your automobile insurance premiums in New York state. The Department of Motor Vehicles will also deduct up to four points from your driving record if points were assigned in the last 18 months. Certain restrictions apply to the point reduction privilege.Instructors: NYSP certified teachers.

Dates:
March 14
April 4
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 103
Fee: $35

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Introduction to Coin and Relic Hunting This course will acquaint you with the finer points of coin and relic hunting using metal detectors. We’ll discuss how a metal detector works, the laws and protocols governing the pursuit and retrieval of coins and relics, how to find locations, what basic necessities should be considered, and the plants and insects that can make for an uncomfortable experience. If you are searching for an activity that is fun, healthy, and occasionally profitable, this course may be for you. Instructor: David Evans. Dates: Tuesdays, May 5 – 19 (three sessions)
Time: 7– 9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $59

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The Grass Is Always Greener Spring is just around the corner and your lawn is ready for some TLC. Aren’t you tired of having a lawn that you’re not satisfied with? Understanding the basics of seed selection, installation and proper maintenance will lead to a healthier lawn and even less work! Also,knowing what problems to look for and the best control methods will help you achieve that lush green lawn this summer. Instructor: Vicki Jancef, horticulture instructor. Date: Thursday, March 19
Time: 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19

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Tree and Shrub Pruning Is your landscaping getting out of control? Did you know that improper pruning can shorten the life of your plants? Learn the important reasons and techniques for pruning to create a beautiful and healthier landscape. We’ll look into how to prune, when to prune, tools and techniques for a variety of trees and shrubs. Come with your questions and don’t miss this session. Instructor: Vicki Jancef, horticulture instructor. Date: Thursday, March 26
Time: 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19

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Livable Landscaping and Design Do you have an outdoor home landscaping project in mind, but don’t know where to start? Learn all about how to work with a plan and the steps involved in creating a dream landscape design that will be attractive and functional. Learn how to do a site assessment, the principles of design, and what goes into proper plant selection. Then sit back and enjoy all summer long. Instructor: Vicki Jancef, horticulture instructor. Date: Thursday, March 12
Time: 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19

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Perennial Flower Garden Turn any place on your property into a flower bed with diversity of color, texture, size, and much more. Learn how different plants can give you a design that can last from year to year. Learn how to get color at times when your perennials aren’t blooming. Learn how to create and maintain your flowers to enjoy both inside and outside. Instructor: Janet Zehr, gardening enthusiast.. Date: Saturday, April 18
Time: 10 a.m. – noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19

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Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Discover the steps it takes to prepare and harvest your vegetable bounty. Uncover ways to feed and take care of unwanted visitors without harming your garden. Find out all the options you have in creating your garden and putting it to bed for the winter. Instructor: Janet Zehr, garden enthusiast. Date: Saturday, May 2
Time: 10 a.m. – noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19

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Kitchen Garden Herb Patch Plant an herb patch in any size space and your return will provide you with fresh flavors and scents that are beyond comparison to store bought. Discover the easy way to use your herbs in all your favorite dishes. You will even learn how to continue this garden throughout the winter months.Instructor: Janet Zehr, gardening enthusiast. Date: Saturday, April 4
Time: 10 a.m.-noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $15

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Tall Ship Dinner Cruise on Lake Ontario Take part in this fun-filled, dinner-dance cruise on Lake Ontario from dusk to midnight, with
entertainment by the blues group The Midnight Shift. (Dress casually and bring a sweater or jacket.) Cash bar available. Passengers must be 19 years of age or over. The ship leaves Port Dalhousie (East Pier) at 8 p.m. (boarding begins at 7:30 p.m.). Date: Saturday, June 13
Time: 8 p.m. – midnight
Fee: $79 includes a roast beef and pasta dinner with salads and side-dishes, fabulous desserts and coffee/tea.
Note: The ship sails rain or shine.

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Tall Ship Cruise Through History Join us for a leisurely six-hour historical cruise on the waters of western Lake Ontario and the lower Niagara River. Relive the historic episodes leading up to, during and following The War of 1812, marvel at the natural history of the Niagara River, and quietly glide over the final resting sites of some of Lake Ontario’s sunken ships from the past two centuries. The cruise will embark from Port Dalhousie (East Pier) at 10:30 a.m. (boarding time 10 a.m.) and will include a daylong educational commentary by noted Niagara historian, professor Wesley Turner. The distance covered throughout the trip is directly dependent upon current, wind, and weather conditions and is at the sole discretion of the captain of the ship.Cash bar is available to individuals 19 years of age and over. Maps and boarding passes will be mailed out the week prior to the cruise. Date: Saturday, June 13
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Fee: $89 includes a continental breakfast, a full-course dinner of roast beef, pasta, salads and side-dishes, fabulous desserts and coffee/tea, applicable marine fees and taxes.
Note: The ship sails rain or shine.

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Tall Ship — Welland Canal Sunday Lunch Cruise Here’s a totally unique opportunity — a daylong cruise aboard the tall ship Empire Sandy to explore some of the locks, bridges, and history of the St. Lawrence Seaway’s Welland Canal. You’ll experience, first-hand, the actual raising and lowering process for ships within the canal system by traveling back and forth through the first two locks of the canal. With an educational commentary throughout the trip by noted Niagara historian professor Wesley Turner, you’ll travel a component of the very same route which international lakers and liners travel between the Great Lakes Erie and Ontario. The ship will then hoist the sails for a fun sail on Lake Ontario before returning to the dock at Port Dalhousie (East Pier). The distance
covered throughout the trip is directly dependent upon current, wind, and weather conditions and is at the sole discretion of the captain of the ship.Cash bar is available to individuals 19 years of age and over. Maps and boarding passes will be mailed out the week prior to the cruise. Date: Sunday, June 14
Time: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Fee: $95 includes a Sunday luncheon, applicable marine fees, lock passage fees, and taxes. Note: The ship sails rain or shine.

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Tall Ship Pirate Cruise — Just for Kids: Ahoy lads and lasses! Climb aboard the three-masted schooner and Pirate Ship ‘Empire Sandy’ where ye’ll be setting sail for an incredible three-hour cruise. Become a scallywag for the day as ye take part in scavenger treasure hunts and pirate games, help hoist the Jolly Roger, listen to sea shanties, have your face painted pirate-style, see and hear the ship’s thundering canon as it is fired at surrounding phantom pirate ships, take part in a delicious ‘Shiver Me Timbers’ lunch buffet on the quarterdeck and, who knows, maybe even silently sail over Davey Jones’ Locker! Avast ye matey, and sign up today for a Pirate Cruise ye’ll not soon forget! (Arr... Know this me’ buccaneers, the ship sails rain or shine and the destination is at Captain Eric’s discretion... so come prepared!)

Date: Friday, June 12
Time: 8:30 a.m.-noon or 12:30-4 p.m.
Fee: $45 Note: The ship sails rain or shine.

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Discover Cake Decorating: Wilton Course I CLOSEDSuccessful decorating begins with the basics of making and coloring icing, preparing cakes, filling, and using decorating bags. Students learn the best ways to create cakes and icings that are ideal for decorating. This class includes: how to make decorating icing; how to level and fill cakes; how to color icing; star tip decorating; round tip writing and decorating; the Wilton Rose; piping gel pattern transfers; shell border; figure piping; drop flowers; floral accents; leaves and vines. Instructor Kelly Rutkowski, Wilton Method instructor. Dates: Saturdays, Jan. 24 – Feb. 14 (four sessions)
Time: 9:30 – 11:45 a.m.
Location: TBD
Fee: $40 includes student book (plus materials*)
Prerequisite: None
*Class materials can be purchased at regional craft chains, or notify instructor.

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Fondant and Tiered Cakes: Wilton Course III In this session, you will learn step by step how to create impressive designs like cornelli lace (distinctive string work that covers the cake sides), and beautiful ruffle borders. Also, learn how to make the fondant rose. This class includes: cornelli lace; sotas; bead border; brush embroidery; string work; ruffle garland; fondant rose; covering a cake with rolled fondant; fondant leaves; Easter lily; pointsettia; petunia; morning glory; tiered cake construction and assembly. Instructor Kelly Rutkowski, Wilton Method instructor.

Dates: Saturdays March 21 – April 18, excluding April 11 (four sessions)
Time: 9:30 – 11:45 a.m.
Location: TBD
Fee: $40 includes student book(plus materials*)
Prerequisite: Wilton I and II or prior cake decorating experience
*Class materials can be purchased at regional craft chains, or notify instructor.

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Fondant and Gum Paste Learn the best way to use fondant and gum paste in four fun lessons! You will cover a cake and base board with fondant to help create the perfect surface to show off your decorations. Learn how to color, cut and tint fondant gum paste. Learn beautiful effects such as punched strips and appliques. You will also craft an array of incredible blossoms, including a multi-layer fantasy flower. This class includes: tinting fondant; marbleizing fondant; covering a cake board with fondant; covering a cake with fondant; draping; handkerchief overlay; ribbon garland and border; daisy; carnation; fantasy flower; favor box; fondant cut-outs; and fondant borders. Instructor: Kelly Rutkowski, Wilton Method instructor.

Dates: Saturday, April 25 – May 23, excluding May 9 (four sessions)
Time: 9:30 – 11:45 a.m.
Location: TBD
Fee: $40*
Prerequisite: Prior cake decorating experience

*Class materials can be purchased at regional craft chains, or notify instructor.

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Emergency Management

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Call 286-8181 for registation information

Basic EMT Original This course introduces the student to basic life-support knowledge, skills and concepts as
recognized by the New York State Department of Health. Upon successful completion of the course and a state practical skills examination, the student will be allowed to sit for the NYSDOH written certification examination. Course content includes the legal aspects of emergency care, medical and trauma assessment, blood-borne pathogens and universal precautions, airway management and adjunct usage pharmacology and emergency medication administration, CPR and Automatic External Defibrillation, hemorrhage control, spinal immobilization, fracture management, hazardous materials awareness, childbirth, weapons of mass destruction awareness, and environmental and medical emergencies. Students successfully completing the course will be issued certificates by Niagara University and the American Heart Association for their CPR and AED certification cards.
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, beginning Jan. 8
Time: 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 103
Fee: $700. Free for students eligible for funding*

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Basic EMT-D Refresher/Challenge This training program is designed to be adaptable to the needs of the recertifying basic EMT- D whose certification has not expired and the basic EMT whose certification has lapsed. Each student is required to complete a challenge exam, after which the student’s performance is reviewed and an individual needs program is developed. Upon successful completion of the course and a state practical skills examination, the student will be allowed to sit for the NYSDOH written certification examination. This course challenges as well as prepares the basic EMT to recertify. It presents a general overview of the Basic EMT Original curriculum while bringing the student up-to-date with recent NYS standards and protocols. Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays beginning Jan. 8
Time: 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 103
Fee: $350 Challenge Examination Date: Jan. 8, 2009
Fee: $350 . Free for students eligible for funding* *Eligibility is based upon NYSDOH guidelines For the following course, please call Continuing and Community Education at 716-286-8181 or John Malinchock at 716-297-2446 for the monthly schedule and fees, for more information about scheduling a class on an individual basis at Niagara University, or for information about having our pilot program come to your location. These programs meet the requirements of the NYSDOH. Students who complete them will be issued a course completion certificate acceptable as verification of the core component portion of the pilot program.

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International Trauma Life Support ITLS, formally BTLS, is accepted internationally as the standard training course for prehospital trauma care. It’s used as a state-of-the-art continuing education course and as an essential curriculum in many paramedic, EMT, and first-responder training programs. ITLS courses combine classroom learning and hands-on skill stations and scenario assessment stations. Each ITLS course includes a comprehensive manual sent to you in advance.ITLS empowers EMS personnel with the knowledge and skills to provide optimal care for the injured in the prehospital setting. Register by phoning 585-345-6110.

Dates: Saturday, Jan. 31 and Sunday, Feb. 1
Time: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, Room TBD
Fee: In region $170, out of region $190

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