Recorded Classes

Every personal encounter is an opportunity to persuade someone positively. Learn ways to get what you want using proven techniques.

Instructor: Rob Kubiak, creative problem-solving strategist

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 9, 2020.

We'll cover the benefits of strength training, myths, specific exercises, and how to add strength training into your routine.

Instructor: Miranda McCoy, health coach, BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 8, 2020.

Click here to be taken to our Department's Wellness page for Richard Derwald's resistance band workout videos.

You've learned the basics in Football 101, now it's time to learn more about offensive formations and plays.

Instructor: Ryan Gadzo, research analyst, Erie County Department of Senior Services

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 8, 2020.

Learn about common myths, warning signs, available support, and ways to proactively manage your mental health.

Instructor: Jocelyn Bos-Fisher, LCSW

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 7, 2020.

Please click here for a list of some of the available supports.

Learn more about breast cancer diagnosis, the importance of screening, and today's treatment advances.

Instructor: Nikia Clark, health education specialist, Office of Community Outreach and Engagement at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 6, 2020.

Who is a caregiver? Who can help the caregiver? How does a caregiver find services? Learn about the available resources in Erie County.

Instructors: Julie Bugg, Case Manager; Mary Jo Wasch, Assistant Long Term Care Coordinator, Erie County Department of Senior Services

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 6, 2020.

Discuss the various types and review the figures of speech necessary to write a poem.

Instructor: Jim Banko, retired English Teacher, Buffalo Public Schools

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 2, 2020.

What can be recycled, how should it be prepared, and, most important, what shouldn't go in your recycling tote? We'll talk about what to do with that old TV too.

Instructors: Gary Carrel, solid waste recycling specialist; Amy Alduino, recycling coordinator, Erie County Department of Environment and Planning, Division of Environmental Compliance Services; Phil Bove, Director of Sales, Sunnking

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 2, 2020.

Early Buffalo Planning and Development How did Buffalo go from being a small pioneer town to the nation's ninth largest city? Examine its first 100 years of growth and development.

Instructor: Angela M. Keppel, AICP, project planner, Buffalo Place

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 1, 2020.

What is the difference between condos, townhouses and patio homes? What are you buying? What are "common elements" ? How is a residential community like this managed? Who actually governs the homeowner's association? Are property taxes really lower or not? What types of financing are allowed for these types of properties? What is the best way to prepare for a move from a larger to a smaller residence? A local realtor with over 30 years of experience will help you answer these questions. Instructor: Michael Olear, MSW, Lead Broker, The Olear Team at MJ Peterson

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on Thursday, June 18, 2020.