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Sharon Isbin, guitar: <em>Celebrating America at 250</em>
In Person
December 18 | 7:30 PM
Sharon Isbin, guitar: Celebrating America at 250
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Glow-In-The-Dark Chanukah Family Dinner
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December 19 | 5:30 PM
Glow-In-The-Dark Chanukah Family Dinner
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United in Laughter
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December 16 | 12:00 PM
United in Laughter
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Try it! Watercolor Painting
In Person
March 21 | 3:30 PM
Try it! Watercolor Painting
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As The Torah Turns
Online
February 04 | 7:00 PM
As The Torah Turns
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FoCo Technique
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February 25 | 10:30 AM
FoCo Technique
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The 92nd Street Y, New York is a world-class cultural and community center where people all over the world connect through culture, arts, entertainment and conversation. For over 150 years, we have harnessed the power of arts and ideas to enrich, enlighten and change lives, and the power of community to repair the world.
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The 92NY Center for Culture & Arts, a historic cornerstone of New York’s cultural landscape, continues to define the city’s creative pulse. With its unmatched talks, world-class concerts, innovative dance, literary events, and dynamic arts education, it remains a vital force in global culture.
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In a world where community is more essential than ever, The 92nd Street Y has made it the cornerstone of its mission for 150 years. Today, our community stretches beyond borders, connecting individuals from every corner of the globe. We embrace people of all faiths, backgrounds, and beliefs, creating a vibrant, inclusive space where generations come together and bonds are formed.
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The 92NY Bronfman Center for Jewish Life is dedicated to deepening Jewish identity through the pursuit of knowledge, the celebration of culture, and engagement with Israel. 
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92NY’s Center for Children and Family provides an exceptional array of programs designed to support children at every stage of their development. 

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The Belfer Center for Innovation & Social Impact invests in community builders who turn individual generosity into collective energy. By sharing ideas, nurturing leaders, and scaling what works, we help everyday changemakers forge stronger connections, illuminate new paths, and turn local sparks into bright, enduring beacons of positive social progress.
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    Home Classes Adult Fine Art Watercolor for Absolute Beginners
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners
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    Begin your immersion into the world of watercolors. Learn the basics of watercolor painting including – paint, brush, paper, value, color mixing, wash, wet-in-wet, wet-over-dry. Move on to form, light, color, and composition. Demonstrations will be included in the online class. Classes will include short overviews of historical and contemporary watercolors.

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    Jan 26 - Feb 23
    Monday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Mon - 6:30PM - Jan (Online)
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    Jan 26 - Feb 23
    Monday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Mon - 6:30PM - Jan
    • Instructor: Smriti Sangal
    • Required: Supply List
    • Price: $245.00
    • Location: 92NY
      1395 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10128
    • Room: Third Floor South, TBD Room Numbers
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    Jan 27 - Feb 17
    Tuesday 4 PM - 6 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Tue - 4PM - Jan
    • Instructor: Zach Seeger
    • Required: Supply List
    • Price: $245.00
    • Location: 92NY
      1395 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10128
    • Room: Third Floor South, TBD Room Numbers
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    Jan 31 - Feb 21
    Saturday 10 AM - 12:30 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Sat - 10AM - Jan
    • Instructor: TBA
    • Required: Supply List
    • Price: $245.00
    • Location: 92NY
      1395 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10128
    • Room: Third Floor South, TBD Room Numbers
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    Feb 24 - Mar 31
    Tuesday 4 PM - 6 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Tue - 4PM - Feb
    • Instructor: Zach Seeger
    • Required: Supply List
    • Price: $345.00
    • Location: 92NY
      1395 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10128
    • Room: Third Floor South, TBD Room Numbers
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    Mar 2 - Mar 30
    Monday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Mon - 6:30PM - Mar (Online)
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    Mar 2 - Mar 30
    Monday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Mon - 6:30PM - Mar
    • Instructor: Smriti Sangal
    • Required: Supply List
    • Price: $290.00
    • Location: 92NY
      1395 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10128
    • Room: Third Floor South, TBD Room Numbers
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    Apr 13 - May 18
    Monday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Mon - 6:30PM - Apr (Online)
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    Apr 13 - May 18
    Monday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Mon - 6:30PM - Apr
    • Instructor: Smriti Sangal
    • Required: Supply List
    • Price: $345.00
    • Location: 92NY
      1395 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10128
    • Room: Third Floor South, TBD Room Numbers
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    Apr 14 - May 19
    Tuesday 4 PM - 6 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Tue - 4PM - Apr
    • Instructor: Zach Seeger
    • Required: Supply List
    • Price: $345.00
    • Location: 92NY
      1395 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10128
    • Room: Third Floor South, TBD Room Numbers
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    Apr 18 - May 16
    Saturday 10 AM - 12:30 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Sat - 10AM - Apr
    • Instructor: TBA
    • Required: Supply List
    • Price: $290.00
    • Location: 92NY
      1395 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10128
    • Room: Third Floor South, TBD Room Numbers
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    May 26 - Jun 30
    Tuesday 4 PM - 6 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Tue - 4PM - May
    • Instructor: Zach Seeger
    • Required: Supply List
    • Price: $345.00
    • Location: 92NY
      1395 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10128
    • Room: Third Floor South, TBD Room Numbers
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    Jun 1 - Jun 29
    Monday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Mon - 6:30PM - June (Online)
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    Jun 1 - Jun 29
    Monday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ET
    Watercolor for Absolute Beginners - Mon - 6:30PM - June
    • Instructor: Smriti Sangal
    • Required: Supply List
    • Price: $290.00
    • Location: 92NY
      1395 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10128
    • Room: Third Floor South, TBD Room Numbers
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    Instructors
    Carla Aurich
    Zach Seeger
    Zach Seeger
    Smriti Sangal

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    Enter through main entrance at the corner of 92nd and Lexington Avenue.

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