Virtual Classes
Welcome to our virtual registration page!
You may register for classes individually below. You will receive an email confirming your registration status after you register. This email will contain the information you need to join the class.
This semester we will be livestreaming classes from several senior centers and we are very excited. This option is still new for us, so we ask that you please be patient and understanding if issues arise!
Check back regularly to see if we have added any classes to the schedule!
Date - Time | Topic | Course Description | Location | Category | Instructor |
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1 PM |
Italian Immigration: Coming to America | Italians migrated to Buffalo in the latter part of the 19th century escaping famine brought on by drought and high taxes. We’ll examine the movement of Italian immigrants in Buffalo, the businesses they were involved in, (including the influence of the Mafia), prominent Italian-American citizens and their eventual absorption into the melting pot of cultures that gives Buffalo its character. |
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Humanities | Explore Buffalo Docent |
2 PM |
Painting with Acrylics for Beginners | Follow this step by step guide to create a stunning wreath on canvas using acrylic paints and leaves. |
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Humanities | Lisa Saunders |
1 PM |
Club 99: Work Out With Us! | Learn about Erie County Senior Services’ free fitness program offered both virtually and in-person at various sites throughout Erie County. Workouts are geared toward older adults and include modifications so that individuals with various levels of physical fitness and ability can participate. |
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Wellness and Personal Enrichment | Julie Ruszala (Ms. Fit) |
10:30 AM |
The Cloud | In this class, you’ll learn how to harness the power of the cloud to store, access, and share your files securely from anywhere. We’ll cover the basics of cloud services, including how to choose the right platform, sync your devices, and manage your data. Ideal for beginners, this course will give you the confidence to seamlessly integrate cloud technology into your daily life. (Please allow two hours for this class. ** This is a Virtual Class) |
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Technology | Brendan Chella |
2 PM |
The Golden Age of Disney (1937-1942) | Learn the beginnings of one of the most iconic American movie companies, Walt Disney Studios, as it rose to challenge the idea of what animation could be with classics like Snow White, Pinocchio and Fantasia. |
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Humanities | Alan Nowicki |
10 AM |
Identity Theft & Credit | Let’s talk about ways to ensure your identity is protected, how to avoid identity theft and why it is important to review your credit report on a regular basis. Have you reviewed your credit report recently? |
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Current Events | |
2 PM |
Merry Christmas from Buffalo | Christmas here in Buffalo and throughout this nation was first a religious celebration whose roots date back to the Romans and to ancient pagan rites. Buffalo, with its diverse ethnic population, had an abundance of Christmas traditions that influenced the various ways this holiday was celebrated. Join us to learn how these early Buffalonians brought their unique ethnic and religious traditions to help define a Buffalo Christmas! |
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Humanities | Explore Buffalo Docent |