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The Science of Living Well
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
What does it mean to live a life well-lived? How can science inform how you can live your own best life? What does it take to realize your full potential and be your best self in the face of many competing conflicts, including the many inner and external pressures of our modern world? The mission of this class is to provide an up-to-date understanding of the science of well-being and self-actualization to equip you with knowledge and tools to live...
Memoir with Anya Yurchyshyn
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Our personal stories are a vital part of who we are. When we explore our stories by writing memoir, we have the opportunity to understand our experiences more deeply and give others a chance to reflect on theirs. In this course, students will produce and share original autobiographical work, examine aspects of craft such as voice, structure and narration, and engage in critical conversations around topics such as memory, truth (and “truth”),...
Reading Ulysses with Michael Groden
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Work through selected chapters of Ulysses and discovery what makes the novel resonate today, with Michael Groden, editor of the James Joyce Archive
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Bronx Zoo Mornings: Big Cats (All Ages)
WCS Zoos @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY
Your morning just got wild with this special before-hours program! After meeting an animal up close, you will get to watch our zoo animals enjoy their morning enrichment and chat with a zookeeper who cares for them! Your family will test their big cat knowledge, investigate big cat skulls, and learn about the Bronx Zoo's big cat residents.
$45
Reading the Divine Comedy with Joseph Luzzi
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
What makes Dante’s Divine Comedy such essential reading today, even though it was written seven centuries ago? This course will explore the fascinating world of Dante’s epic poem in all its cultural and historical richness, as we consider Dante’s relation to his beloved hometown of Florence, his lacerating experience of exile, and his lifelong devotion to his muse Beatrice, among many other issues. We will pay special attention...
Bronx Zoo Mornings: World of Birds (All Ages)
WCS Zoos @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY
Your morning just got wild with this special before-hours program! After meeting an animal up close, you will get to watch our zoo animals enjoy their morning enrichment and chat with a zookeeper who cares for them! You and your "flock" will learn all about birds by exploring bird bones and feathers! Discover how our zookeepers care for our birds and how you can care for the local birds of New York.
$45
Reading Elizabeth Bishop with Lisa Goldfarb
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Elizabeth Bishop is a modern North American poet who is hard to identify in terms of a single school of poetry, place, or home. She writes poems linked to her native ground of Nova Scotia and Massachusetts, yet she is also a poet who famously writes of travel. Brazil, where she lived for twenty years, was home away from home for her, as was Key West, for a shorter period. New York City, and Paris, too, figure into her poetic geography. The...
Yoga for Parent and Baby (Ages 6 weeks-9 months)
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Connect with your baby through gentle yoga postures in a nurturing and supportive environment. Strengthen and stretch your core muscles while bonding with your little one. A perfect class for new mothers looking for a mindful and rejuvenating experience.
EFT Tapping: Professional Skills Training
New York Open Center @ 22 E 30th St, New York, NY
EFT is used by more than 20 million people worldwide. Called by the media “one of the most successful psychology self-help techniques ever developed,” its efficacy has been demonstrated in over 100 studies. It has revolutionized the practices of thousands of professionals such as life coaches, therapists, and healthcare professionals, giving them advanced tools to help clients—even those with difficult conditions. Develop your skills by joining...
Many Voices of American Art
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Art historian Rena Tobey gives a four-week interactive lecture series on American artists whose works show the diversity of our history and identity. A Changing World for Men After the Civil War Finding Her Way – Urban Women's Experience from 1850 to 1950 African-American Artist Voices Rise Immigrant Issues Then and Now
Public Speaking: A Crash Course
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
New to public speaking or looking to perfect your style? Unlock your potential by discovering the secrets of successful speakers. Harness nervousness, color your voice, master the “power stance” and explore relaxation and focus techniques.
Job Offer & Salary Negotiation
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Getting a job offer is a great feeling, but the elation loses its luster when the compensation isn't quite what you were looking for. Whether negotiating base salary, bonus, benefits, vacation, start time, moving costs etc., being as informed and prepared as possible will yield the best results. This class will cover all aspects of the negotiation process: advocating for yourself what to research information resources leveraging your...
How to Write Your Autobiography
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Each of us has a story to tell. But finding the words and voice to tell it with is an art and craft specific to each storyteller. This course will concentrate on each student’s unique approach to telling his or her tale. Not for the shy or faint of heart.
Foreign Accent Reduction (Vowels)
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Minimize your accent and maximize your effectiveness as a communicator. Focus on clarity, your unique pronunciation, speech rhythms and voice. Placement interviews are not required. Required Text: Speaking Clearly: Improving Voice & Diction – 6th Edition by Jeffrey Hahner, Martin Sokoloff & Sandra Salisch Publisher: McGraw Hill ISBN: 007-239726-8 OR Waveland Press, Inc. ISBN: 1-4786-0094-2 Please note that topics...
Foreign Accent Reduction (Consonants)
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Minimize your accent and maximize your effectiveness as a communicator. Focus on clarity, your unique pronunciation, speech rhythms and voice. Placement interviews are not required. Required Text: Speaking Clearly: Improving Voice & Diction – 6th Edition by Jeffrey Hahner, Martin Sokoloff & Sandra Salisch Publisher: McGraw Hill ISBN: 007-239726-8 OR Waveland Press, Inc. ISBN: 1-4786-0094-2 Please note that topics...
Lamaze Complete Childbirth Preparation
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Lamaze complete childbirth education — it’s not just breathing! Labor lasts an average of 12-16 hours. Will you know what to do? Childbirth can run the gamut from ecstatic to traumatic. Increase your chances of having a wonderful experience by learning strategies to deal with the challenges of labor — easing the pain of contractions, reducing interventions and making informed decisions. Prepare for your labor by learning: The process and...
$275
Finding Your Voice, Forging Your Path
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Renowned gallerist and collector Charon Kransen leads a workshop addressing an essential issue faced by artists working in the field of contemporary jewelry: the development of one’s own unique voice in an increasingly demanding marketplace. Kransen will take participants on an inner journey to reveal preconceived beliefs and fears that block the evolution of each artist. Participants will have the opportunity to present their work and share their...
Parent/Infant Observation (Ages 3-7 months)
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Deepen your understanding and awareness of your child’s temperament and behavioral cues. Observe infants as they explore, then discuss what you see in order to gain confidence in and enjoy your baby’s natural development. For children who are crawling, sitting independently or cruising.
Great Decisions 2020
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Join the longest-running informal foreign affairs discussion program in the country. Increase your awareness and understanding of timely, thought-provoking foreign policy issues involving the US. Each week another thematic/geographic issue is placed in its historical context. Topics are: Climate Change and the Global Order India and Pakistan Red Sea Security Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking U.S. Relations with the Northern Triangle China's...
China in the Modern World
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
China’s 2025 technology program and One Belt, One Road initiative underscores her ambitions for hegemony. Yet, as China takes its place in the modern world, it faces immense difficulties: a growing inequality gap, widespread corruption and rampant pollution, all of which provoke mounting calls for political reform. The presentation will examine the future of U.S.-China relations in light of ongoing conflicts on trade, military and...
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