Adult Activities ADIRONDACK HERBALS – new! WELLNESS SEMINARS Lise M.  Fuller, Herbalist Lise has been growing and harvesting plants and herbs for over 30 years. She apprenticed with Rosemary Gladstar of Sage Mountain School in S. Barre, Vt. and Gail Ulrich from Blazing Star School in Shelburne Falls, Mass. Lise studied with Christopher Hobbs, David Hoffmann, Dr. Tieronna Lowdog, Matthew Wood, 7Song, and many other Herbalists over the years. She studied Botany and Nursing courses and served on the Board of the North East Herbal Association for several years. Lise has conducted many workshops in the Northeast, including ones for Glens Falls Hospital and Mary McClellan Hospital. She taught about herbs at the SUNY Adirondack College’s Nursing program. She has worked as an Herbalist in a physician’s office and has a large Herbal Medicinal Garden at the SUNY Adirondack campus. Lise has recently published her book, Get Well, Be Well, Stay Well with Herbal Plants, and she has been honored as the 2019 Winner of the Thomas DeBaggio Book Award by the International Herb Association. AEROBIC DANCE An exciting choreographed dance program designed for all levels of fitness. This energized program offers easy-to-follow dance routines designed to increase heart and lung function and improve muscular endurance and conditioning. Learn to increase your fitness level by joining in the fun! Hand weights (optional) and floor mats are suggested for the stretching/body toning segment of class. The Aerobic Dance craze of the ‘80’s is back!! Have fun and get in shape dancing to the tunes of the ‘70’s, ‘80’s, and beyond! Instructor: Sharron Simmonds FOR .................................................................Ages 18 & Up WHEN ...............................Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays SESSION 1: ................................................January 6-April 2 (No Program 1/20, 2/17, 2/18, 2/20, 2/24, 2/25 & 2/27/20) FEE ....................1x Week: Resident $44; Non-Resident $54 2x Week: Resident $88; Non-Resident $98 3x Week: Resident $128; Non-Resident $138 SESSION 2: ...................................................April 6-June 11 (No Program 4/13, 4/14, 4/16 & 5/25/20) HERBAL APPROACH TO COLDS AND FLU        This class will provide information about what herbal plants to use to help with wintertime illnesses and specific conditions: preventative, colds, flu, respiratory, etc. The discussion includes the proper preparation for specific herbal plants and proper dosaging. Samples of several herbal teas and syrups will be featured. FOR ............................................................. Ages 18 & Up WHEN ............................................ January 16 (Thursday) TIME ............................................................. 6:30-8:30 pm WHERE ......... Queensbury Activity Center, 742 Bay Road FEE ................................ Resident $25; Non-Resident $35 CLASS SIZE ...................................................Maximum 20 This workshop is not a substitute for any diagnosis or treatment of health conditions by a certified healthcare provider. FEE ....................1x Week: Resident $36; Non-Resident $46 2x Week: Resident $72; Non-Resident $82 3x Week: Resident $104; Non-Resident $114 TIME.................................................................6:00-7:00 pm WHERE........................*Queensbury Elementary School Gym *PLEASE NOTE LOCATION CHANGE: April 27-June 11 – The program will meet in the WHBI School Gym. CLASS SIZE..........................................................Maximum 30 AQUAEROBICS A unique aquatic exercise program for adults (18+). The Department offers a safe, effective water workout including warm-up, stretching and toning, aerobic movements, and cool-down, all set to music. The buoyancy and support of the water makes exercise less stressful on the joints. Instructor: Jackie Bachem WHEN .............................................. Tuesdays & Thursdays Session 2: October 29-December 19 (No Program 10/31 & 11/28/19) Session 3: January 7-February 13 (No Program 1/23, 1/28 & 1/30/20) Session 4: February 25-April 9 Session 5: April 21-May 28 MEDICINAL PLANT IDENTIFICATION IN THE WILD  Join us to learn about the local wild medicinal plants that grow in our area. We will gather plant cuttings to create a simple Herbarium on site, which helps to remember the plants. During this workshop, we will discuss how the plants are used and their impact on wellness. This popular program is not only informative, but provides an enjoyable outdoor experience! All materials and supplies are included. FOR ............................................................. Ages 18 & Up WHEN ................................................. June 18 (Thursday) TIME ............................................................. 6:00-8:30 pm WHERE ................. Hovey Pond Park, 25 Lafayette Street FEE ................................ Resident $25; Non-Resident $35 CLASS SIZE ...................................................Maximum 15 Winter 2019-20 Program Guide TIME .................................................................6:15-7:15 pm WHERE .......................Queensbury Elementary School Pool FEE .......... Sessions 2 & 4: Resident $49; Non-Resident $59 Session 3: Resident $32; Non-Resident $42 Session 5: Resident $42; Non-Resident $52 CLASS SIZE ................................ Minimum 10; Maximum 30 Please Note: The Department may cancel classes due to low enrollment and inclement weather. Register for 3 or more different Adult Exercise programs: • YOGA • STRETCH & TONE • ZUMBA • AQUAEROBICS • AEROBIC DANCE in one transaction and receive $10 off your total registration fee! Save! 8