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- Conversational French -Confirme'!
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Fee: $175.00
Dates: 10/7/2026 - 11/18/2026
Times: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Days: W
Sessions: 7
Building: USA by the Bay
Room:
Instructor: Chantal Miatto
Available Seats: 15
Join Chantal Juery, French instructor, who will be teaching Advanced Conversational French. This course will help students strengthen fluidity, and grow in their ability to speak, read and write French. In addition to becoming more fluent, students will enjoy learning more about France and its rich culture. This advanced course offers 12 interactive classroom hours.
This course, formerly Advanced Conversational French II, is offered to experienced French speakers seeking to refine their skills and regularly converse with other French speakers.
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- Conversational French Level I
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Fee: $285.00
Dates: 10/6/2026 - 11/19/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Days: Tu Th
Sessions: 14
Building: USA by the Bay
Room:
Instructor: Chantal Miatto
Available Seats: 15
This beginning Conversational French course will introduce students to the alphabet and simple phonetic sounds. You will begin to understand basic vocabulary and short phrases and will explore France's rich culture. You will also begin developing foundational listening, reading and writing skills, as well as broaden your appreciation for the traditions and customs of the French people.
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- Conversational French Levels II-III
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Fee: $285.00
Dates: 10/6/2026 - 11/19/2026
Times: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Days: Tu Th
Sessions: 14
Building: USA by the Bay
Room:
Instructor: Chantal Miatto
Available Seats: 15
Join us for this continuation into the next level of French! Instructor Chantal Juery has tailored this class for students progressing into Levels II and III. Students will continue to dive deeper into text and comprehension, grammar, diction, and comparatives, and will also work on building vocabulary. This is for students who have mastered Level I. Some may have also completed Level II. Whether you've mastered French Level I, or have gone on to Level II, this course will continue to teach and challenge!
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- Conversational French Levels III-IV
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Fee: $285.00
Dates: 10/6/2026 - 11/19/2026
Times: 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM
Days: Tu Th
Sessions: 14
Building: USA by the Bay
Room: 11
Instructor: Chantal Miatto
Available Seats: 15
Join us for this continuation into the next level of French! Instructor Chantal Juery has tailored this class for students progressing into Levels III and IV.
Students will continue to dive deeper into text and comprehension, grammar, diction, and comparatives, and will also work on building vocabulary. This is for students who have mastered Level II. Some may have also completed Level III. At whichever level students are, this course will continue to teach and challenge them.
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- SAILL - USA by the Bay Biscuits, Boudin, and Bayous
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Fee: $55.00
Dates: 8/28/2026 - 9/18/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Days: F
Sessions: 4
Building: USA by the Bay
Room: 11
Instructor:
Available Seats: 21
Biscuits, Boudin, and Bayous A 4-part journey through the history, culture, and recipes of regional Southern cooking.
Ever wondered about the history behind many of the foods that we love today? This course explores culinary history of the American south and how the mix of varying cultural practices and pragmatic choices have influenced many of the dishes that we enjoy today. Also, you’ll learn how to make them! In addition to discussing history, you will learn step by step how to make these foods and the chemical processes that are utilized to create that down home flavor. By learning about the choices made in the past, you’ll be able to gain a greater understanding of those that we make in the present.
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- SAILL - USA by the Bay Worthy of the Page: A Memoir Workshop
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Fee: $55.00
Dates: 9/4/2026 - 9/25/2026
Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Days: F
Sessions: 4
Building: USA by the Bay
Room: 7
Instructor: Jocelyn Cullity
Available Seats: 20
Everyone has a story worth telling. In this memoir course, you’ll learn the essential mechanics of creative writing while exploring how to shape your personal experiences into compelling narratives. Through guided exercises, prompts, and supportive discussion, you’ll begin putting your story on the page with clarity, honesty, and voice.
We’ll also workshop some of our first pages together, offering constructive feedback in a welcoming environment designed for writers at every stage. No prior writing experience is necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to begin.
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- SAILL - USA by the Bay The Fundamentals of Contemporary Poetry
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Fee: $55.00
Dates: 10/16/2026 - 11/6/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Days: F
Sessions: 4
Building: USA by the Bay
Room: 11
Instructor:
Available Seats: 25
Poetry is not only Shakespeare and 'Roses are red // Violets are blue.' In this class, learn about what makes poetry compelling in the contemporary lens. The aim of this course is to highlight to you in a short span of time the skills necessary to appreciate poetry as well as the specific qualities you need to know about which contemporary poets now rely on to capture the human experience in words.
This class will be over zoom only.
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- SAILL - USA by the Bay Digital Empowerment: Building Confidence, Safety, and Independence in the Digital Age
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Fee: $55.00
Dates: 10/16/2026 - 11/6/2026
Times: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Days: F
Sessions: 4
Building: USA by the Bay
Room: 11
Instructor: Kevin Stringer
Available Seats: 24
Ever feel like your smartphone is secretly judging you, or that technology changes just to spite you? If you are tired of confusing jargon, overwhelming updates, and the fear of clicking the wrong button, Digital Empowerment was built specifically for you. This judgment-free class skips the boring tech-speak entirely and breaks down how your devices actually work using everyday ideas you already understand. You’ll walk away with the practical confidence to handle frozen screens, understand exactly how your phone protects your fingerprints and credit cards, and finally know what happens when you clear your "cookies and cache." There are absolutely no stupid questions here—just a friendly environment designed to take the anxiety out of your gadgets so you can stop fighting with them and start mastering them. Bring your phone or laptop, grab a seat, and let’s demystify the digital world together!
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- Tai Chi Introduction to Tai Chi
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Fee: $55.00
Dates: 8/17/2026 - 9/7/2026
Times: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Days: M
Sessions: 4
Building: University Commons Suite 5000
Room: 116
Instructor: Shoshana Brand
Available Seats: 11
Tai chi Qigong is a 5,000-year-old Chinese healthcare modality that integrates body postures, movement, breathing, and visualization. The benefits range from mind relaxation and stress relief to increased energy, focus, and vitality. The movements are slow and graceful, and their rhythm echoes the flow of water. One does not need to be in perfect physical shape to benefit from the routine, as movements can be adjusted to any particular physical condition.
The class is instructed by Shoshana Brand, a Tai Chi Qigong trainer and acredentialed teacher. She uses relaxing music and adds self-massage of the meridians (acupressure points) to the routine. She also brings along somepractices from Tai Chi Wudang to strengthen the body, and some light exercises that enhance balance and posture. Within a short time, students reach a state in which they acquire more self-control over their body and mind and a great sense of inner strength and tranquility.
Any questions please see
https://shoshanabrand.com/taichi/
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- Tai Chi Introduction to Tai Chi
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Fee: $55.00
Dates: 8/17/2026 - 9/7/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Days: M
Sessions: 4
Building: University Commons Suite 5000
Room: 116
Instructor: Shoshana Brand
Available Seats: 4
Tai chi Qigong is a 5,000-year-old Chinese healthcare modality that integrates body postures, movement, breathing, and visualization. The benefits range from mind relaxation and stress relief to increased energy, focus, and vitality. The movements are slow and graceful, and their rhythm echoes the flow of water. One does not need to be in perfect physical shape to benefit from the routine, as movements can be adjusted to any particular physical condition.
The class is instructed by Shoshana Brand, a Tai Chi Qigong trainer and acredentialed teacher. She uses relaxing music and adds self-massage of the meridians (acupressure points) to the routine. She also brings along somepractices from Tai Chi Wudang to strengthen the body, and some light exercises that enhance balance and posture. Within a short time, students reach a state in which they acquire more self-control over their body and mind and a great sense of inner strength and tranquility.
Any questions please see
https://shoshanabrand.com/taichi/
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- Tai Chi Introduction to Tai Chi
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Fee: $55.00
Dates: 8/19/2026 - 9/9/2026
Times: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Days: W
Sessions: 4
Building: USA by the Bay
Room: 11
Instructor: Shoshana Brand
Available Seats: 13
Tai chi Qigong is a 5,000-year-old Chinese healthcare modality that integrates body postures, movement, breathing, and visualization. The benefits range from mind relaxation and stress relief to increased energy, focus, and vitality. The movements are slow and graceful, and their rhythm echoes the flow of water. One does not need to be in perfect physical shape to benefit from the routine, as movements can be adjusted to any particular physical condition.
The class is instructed by Shoshana Brand, a Tai Chi Qigong trainer and acredentialed teacher. She uses relaxing music and adds self-massage of the meridians (acupressure points) to the routine. She also brings along somepractices from Tai Chi Wudang to strengthen the body, and some light exercises that enhance balance and posture. Within a short time, students reach a state in which they acquire more self-control over their body and mind and a great sense of inner strength and tranquility.
Any questions please see
https://shoshanabrand.com/taichi/
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- Tai Chi Introduction to Tai Chi
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Fee: $55.00
Dates: 8/20/2026 - 9/10/2026
Times: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Days: Th
Sessions: 4
Building: University Commons Suite 5000
Room: 116
Instructor: Shoshana Brand
Available Seats: 11
Tai chi Qigong is a 5,000-year-old Chinese healthcare modality that integrates body postures, movement, breathing, and visualization. The benefits range from mind relaxation and stress relief to increased energy, focus, and vitality. The movements are slow and graceful, and their rhythm echoes the flow of water. One does not need to be in perfect physical shape to benefit from the routine, as movements can be adjusted to any particular physical condition.
The class is instructed by Shoshana Brand, a Tai Chi Qigong trainer and acredentialed teacher. She uses relaxing music and adds self-massage of the meridians (acupressure points) to the routine. She also brings along somepractices from Tai Chi Wudang to strengthen the body, and some light exercises that enhance balance and posture. Within a short time, students reach a state in which they acquire more self-control over their body and mind and a great sense of inner strength and tranquility.
Any questions please see
https://shoshanabrand.com/taichi/
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- Tai Chi Introduction to Tai Chi
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Fee: $55.00
Dates: 8/20/2026 - 9/10/2026
Times: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 4
Building: University Commons Suite 5000
Room: 116
Instructor: Shoshana Brand
Available Seats: 15
Tai chi Qigong is a 5,000-year-old Chinese healthcare modality that integrates body postures, movement, breathing, and visualization. The benefits range from mind relaxation and stress relief to increased energy, focus, and vitality. The movements are slow and graceful, and their rhythm echoes the flow of water. One does not need to be in perfect physical shape to benefit from the routine, as movements can be adjusted to any particular physical condition.
The class is instructed by Shoshana Brand, a Tai Chi Qigong trainer and acredentialed teacher. She uses relaxing music and adds self-massage of the meridians (acupressure points) to the routine. She also brings along somepractices from Tai Chi Wudang to strengthen the body, and some light exercises that enhance balance and posture. Within a short time, students reach a state in which they acquire more self-control over their body and mind and a great sense of inner strength and tranquility.
Any questions please see
https://shoshanabrand.com/taichi/
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- Tai Chi Introduction to Tai Chi
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Fee: $55.00
Dates: 9/16/2026 - 10/7/2026
Times: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Days: W
Sessions: 4
Building: USA by the Bay
Room: 11
Instructor: Shoshana Brand
Available Seats: 19
Tai chi Qigong is a 5,000-year-old Chinese healthcare modality that integrates body postures, movement, breathing, and visualization. The benefits range from mind relaxation and stress relief to increased energy, focus, and vitality. The movements are slow and graceful, and their rhythm echoes the flow of water. One does not need to be in perfect physical shape to benefit from the routine, as movements can be adjusted to any particular physical condition.
The class is instructed by Shoshana Brand, a Tai Chi Qigong trainer and acredentialed teacher. She uses relaxing music and adds self-massage of the meridians (acupressure points) to the routine. She also brings along somepractices from Tai Chi Wudang to strengthen the body, and some light exercises that enhance balance and posture. Within a short time, students reach a state in which they acquire more self-control over their body and mind and a great sense of inner strength and tranquility.
Any questions please see
https://shoshanabrand.com/taichi/
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