Workforce Development and Community Education: Spring 2023

35 | COVID-19 vaccination requirements for in-person classes at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce-vax Textbook Required IN-PERSON Living 30 Years Without a Paycheck! Discover what you need at every stage of retirement planning starting at age 50. Come learn how you can create the retirement plan you want based on the following: defining your goals for a successful retirement; learning the basics of financial planning and what strategies will combat inflation and taxes; and how to allocate your investments. CE-FIN 2085, 2 Tues., Feb. 21-28, 6:00-8:00 pm, KNC-3, $55. L. Wagner. #20048 IN-PERSON Six Concepts to Improve Your Financial Literacy Learn six concepts to help you better manage your personal finances including budgeting, cash flow, yield, FICO scores, net worth, and equity. CE-FIN 2083, 2 Tues., Apr. 11-18, 6:00-8:15 pm, KNC-3, $55. L Wagner. #20049 REMOTE Maximizing Your Social Security With historic changes in Social Security signed into law, prepare for your retirement and learn how to get the most out of your social security benefits. Learn to manage longevity risk and strategies to maximize the amount of money you receive throughout retirement. Among the topics included are spousal benefits, the impact of divorce, death, delaying benefits, early retirement, and taxation. Receive Myths and Facts about Social Security and Social Security: What Should You Do at Age 62. CE-FIN 2036, 1 Wed., Jan. 18, 6:30-8:30 pm, $42. J Brenkovich. #20043 WINE & FOOD EXPLORATION Wine Tastings at ARIES Wine and Spirits Husband and wife team Anthony Russo and Andrea Kish, fine wine buyers and owners of ARIES Wine and Spirits, make wine appreciation and education fun and memorable! You must be 21 and over to register. No refunds for these classes. Courses are held at Aries Wine and Spirits, 128 West Post Road, White Plains. Phone: 914-946-3382. Classes begin promptly at 7 pm; please allow enough time to park and sign in. Each class meets for 1 Tues., 7-9 pm, and costs $26 (+ $25 sampling fee, payable in CASH, to instructor). IN-PERSON ABC’s of White Wine This “Anything But Chardonnay” course will cover chardonnay, the world’s most well-known white wine, discussed and tasted in comparison with five other white wine grapes. Grape origin, winemaking style, wine service, storage, and pairing with foods will be covered. Appropriate cheeses will be served as palate cleansers and to demonstrate food and wine compatibilities. CE-WINE 2001, 1 Tues., Mar., 7. $26 (+ $25 sampling fee, payable in CASH, to instructor). #20034 IN-PERSON ABC’s of Red Wine This “Anything But Cabernet” course will cover Cabernet Sauvignon, the world’s most widely grown red wine, discussed and tasted in comparison with five other red wine grapes. Grape origin, winemaking style, wine service, storage, and pairing with foods will be covered. Appropriate cheeses will be served as palate cleansers and to demonstrate food and wine compatibilities. CE-WINE 2000, 1 Tues., Mar., 28. $26 (+ $25 sampling fee, payable in CASH, to instructor). #20035 NEW! IN-PERSON Viva Vinos de Espana! Spanish Red Wines represent some of the best red wines of the world in terms of quality for price. We may be most familiar with Rioja reds made from Tempranillo but red wines are product throughout Spain using native, indigenous grapes as well as more recent imports. Tonight we will explore 6 regions featuring a red wine from each and paired with Spanish cheese and tapas to complete our virtual visit to Spain. CE-WINE 2016, 1 Tues., Apr. 25, 7:00-9:00 pm, $26 (+ $25 sampling fee, payable in CASH, to instructor). A Kish. #20547 BAKING & COOKING Creative and Natural Cooking NEW! REMOTE Warming Winter Soups Winter ingredients transform into cozy and warming soups. Learn to make two soups, an Italian pasta e fagioli (pasta and beans) and roasted vegetable soup while exploring customizations, flavor combinations, and all the tips necessary for creating delicious winter meals based around these satisfying recipes that can be made vegan or vegetarian. (Ingredient list and recipe provided in advance for those who wish to cook along.) CE-COOK 2076, 1 Tues., Jan. 31, 6:30-8:00 pm, $20. V Young. #20374 NEW! REMOTE Hearty Winter Salads The cold weather calls for heartier salads. Learn all about making satisfying salads geared toward the season. We will make a version using roasted winter vegetables and other seasonal offerings while discussing how to incorporate pear, apple, maple, and other delicious flavors. Pick up tips for creating dressings, cooking grains, preparing vegetables, and creating other essential salad elements. CE-COOK 2075, 1 Sat., Feb. 11, 12:00-1:30 pm, $20. V Young. #20373 Register Early! Classes are canceled for under-enrollment several days in advance. We recommend that you register ONE week in advance of the course start date.

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