SCCC plans Italian, Spanish classes

NEWTON — Sussex County Community College’s Community Education division is going global for anyone who wants to learn a new language or brush up on their Italian or Spanish.

Classes will prepare travelers for that long-awaited trip to Europe or South America and assist anyone longing to speak to a relative or neighbor. All classes are taught by experienced teachers who incorporate culture and the spirit of “the old country.”

Conversational Spanish I will teach basic vocabulary to interact with Spanish speakers. Practice greetings, introductions, action verbs, description of persons, places, and things. Take a field trip to an authentic restaurant and order food with new Spanish language skills. This seven- week class begins Tuesday, Feb. 17, from 7-9 p.m. and costs $169.

Italiano! For Beginners — Students will learn to speak with idiomatic expressions used by Italians in their everyday language. Participate in discussions of Italian tradition and culture, and prepare to enjoy a field trip to a local Italian restaurant. In an atmosphere of typical Italian hospitality, learn to Parlare Italiano. This eight-week class will begin Monday, Feb. 2, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and will cost $199.

Intermediate & Advanced Italiano! – This-eight week class is a continuation of Italiano for Beginners and begins Wednesday, Feb. 4, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and will cost $199.

For more information on these and other classes offered or to register visit sussex.edu/ce/ or call 973-300-2140.